Social Intercourse: August 28
As we approach the last week of summer before school starts, here are some must-see activities to check out.
Lily PolenchukIn our biweekly column Social Intercourse, we share our picks for notable things happening on campus and in Edmonton. Check out all these amazing local events!
What: Jonathan Whitelaw Book Signing
When: August 31, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Audreys Books
Admission: Free
Jonathan Whitelaw is an award-winning journalist and author from Alberta. His latest crime novel, The Concert Hall Killer, tells the story of a TV crime film crew that ends up involved in real-life murder. Whitelaw will be at Audrey’s Books, where you can get a signed copy of The Concert Hall Killer, and pick up some of his other novels.
What: Prairie Harvest Moon
When: August 28 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Churchill Square
Admission: Free
Prairie Harvest Moon is an outdoor performance that features music from a variety of Chinese composers. Additionally, there will be an hour-long chamber music performance from local Canadian composers. The performance will be a mix of traditional and contemporary music, from composers such as JUNO award-winning Vivian Fung and Kevin Lau. With instruments like the oboe, and classical guitar, the music at Prairie Harvest Moon will be enchanting.
What: Purple City Music Festival
When: September 6 – 8
Where: Venues vary
Admission: $15 – $35 per show
For music-lovers of punk and rock, the Purple City Music Festival is the perfect weekend of all-encompassing fun. Entering its third year, the festival prides itself in highlighting Edmonton’s diverse music scene with a variety of performers. Artists such as Tamaryn, Leathers, Real Sickies, and many more will be in attendance. The festival spans over three days, with performances occurring at a number of venues.
What: Segundo Sol by Ludmila Lima de Morais
When: September 3 – 21
Where: FAB gallery
Admission: Free
Segundo Sol is an exhibition that delves into the implications of technology on our emotional experiences. The art draws on Ludmila Lima de Morais’s experiences in the COVID-19 pandemic and the concept of confined spaces and memory. Morais is an Edmonton-based artist who navigates the convergence between traditional and digital media. Her work has been showcased in Brazil and Canada, and she is currently a master’s in fine arts (MFA) candidate at the University of Alberta.
What: University of Alberta Botanic Garden Concert
When: August 30, 5:30 p.m to 8:30 p.m.
Where: U of A Botanic Garden
Admission: $25
The U of A Botanic Garden’s ongoing outdoor music series invites listeners to enjoy music in the vibrant garden space. Each week there will be a different performer to watch — on August 30, there will be a soloist cello performance from Birch Nero. Head down to the Botanic Gardens for a serene evening full of instrumentals and lush greenery.
