Events in Alberta
November
See a list of Alberta Festivals in November.
National 4-H Month
A Month Worth Celebrating - The 4-H program originated for the purposes of improving agriculture and enriching rural life. It now reaches young people in rural areas, small towns and suburbs alike, offering members the chance to make life-long friends, participate in a wide variety of exciting projects, travel national and internationally, and develop leadership skills that will serve them for a lifetime. Throughout the month of November, various days have been marked, activities have been planned and milestones will be celebrated. More informaton.
National Bullying Awareness Week -- November 15 -- 21
Bullying is not a normal part of growing up. It has very serious consequences, often preventing children and youth from reaching their full potential. This year National Bullying Awareness Week runs from November 15 to 21 and Albertans are encouraged to share the responsibility of helping to prevent bullying, and to change behaviour that may cause hurt to others. Events are being held in communities across the province to promote bullying prevention, including presentations for child care providers and educators, and bullying awareness discussions at community events. To find an event in your area, visit www.bullyfreealberta.ca.
Health Care Careers Fair -- November 26
Aspiring health professionals can explore a variety of exciting health careers and meet face-to-face with local training providers and employers at the Edmonton Health Care Careers Fair. The health care industry offers a wide variety of high quality jobs that are in demand and require varying amounts of training from just a few weeks to a few years. Health care careers include first aid technicians, medical receptionists, group home aides, pharmacy technicians, mental health aides and licensed practical nurses. Demand for all health occupations remains strong and the need for health professionals is expected to continue for at least the next decade. The Edmonton Health Care Career Fair is being held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on November 26, at the Alberta Works, Labour Market Information Centre, on the main floor at 10242 - 105 Street.
Heritage Through My Hands at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump -- November 28 What's on at the Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton?
Visit Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump on Saturday, November 28, 2009 for Heritage through My Hands, a full day of activities where local artisans, crafters and entertainers gather to kick-start the festive season. Admission is free all day. Enjoy a day in the country and pick up that special gift at the craft fair. Building tours are available throughout the day. Heritage through My Hands is being held in conjunction with Fort Macleod’s 28th annual Santa Claus Parade. Located 18 kilometres northwest of Fort Macleod on Secondary Highway #785, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved buffalo jump sites in the world. It was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1981. For more information, call 403-553-2731 (dial 310-0000 for toll-free access within Alberta), or visit www.experiencealbertahistory.com.
Diamonds: Mined, Refined and Designed -- October 31 - January 17, 2010
The Royal Alberta Museum is proud to host Diamonds: Mined, Refined and Designed, a dazzling travelling exhibition that unearths the science behind the world’s hardest natural substance. Originally produced by Science North of Sudbury, Ontario, Diamonds is open at the museum from October 31, 2009 to January 17, 2010. Diamonds is an interactive, bilingual (English/French) exhibit that explores fascinating aspects of these rare, highly sought after jewels. Visitors will learn about the forces that forged these gems billions of years ago, and discover the complex processes involved in finding, extracting and cutting diamonds.
Much More Munsch -- September 26 - April 6, 2010
The Royal Alberta Museum is hosting Much More Munsch, an interactive exhibition promoting creativity and a love of reading based on the inspirational works of celebrated Canadian author, Robert Munsch. The whimsical travelling exhibition from the Manitoba Children's Museum and the London Regional Children's Museum takes visitors on a journey through some of Munsch's most beloved children's stories from September 26, 2009, to April 6, 2010. Designed for children aged six to 12, this bilingual exhibition reveals the importance of verbal and visual language.
Arbour Suite -- Until November 22, 2009
Arbour Suite is a photographic exploration of subtle changes that occur in nature. Theodore Shehinski made a series of monumental close-ups of trees, bringing out the rich textures of their sculpture-like forms.
Visit www.royalalbertamuseum.ca for more information.
