Social Intercourse: January 21
From a new zine launch to pro wrestling, the second half of January is packed with things to see and do around Edmonton.
Andrew JeffreyIn 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: Flying Canoë Volant
When: January 28 – January 31
Where: Mill Creek Ravine and La Cité francophone
Admission: Free or pay-what-you-can
Inspired by the legend of the Flying Canoë Volant, First Nations, Métis, and French-Canadian traditions, Flying Canoë Volant brings a range of activities and celebration to the Mill Creek Ravine and French quarter here in Edmonton. Stop by at the end of the month for some songs, dancing, food, drinks, and even some crafts.
What: Dead End Zine Launch Show
When: January 29
Where: The Aviary
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 at doors
A new Edmonton-based zine is having their launch party at The Aviary on January 29. Dead End Zine’s launch party is set to have a range of local bands like Paro and Sour-Cherry Switchblades, and the first issue of the zine. It’s also expected to have some U of A contributors. Support local music and local writers and attend the show!
What: Love Pro Wrestling (LPW) 44: Great Scott!
When: January 23
Where: The Rec Room South Edmonton
Admission: $33
Head over to The Rec Room in South Edmonton Common on January 23 to see some pro wrestling. LPW 44 is set to have three championships matches on the bill, with more to be announced. Will Steven Crowe beat The Canadian Goose Kyle Shaw? You’ll have to be there to find out.
What: Celebrate Robbie Burns Day: Haggis, Scotch & Scottish Tradition
When: January 23 – January 25
Where: The Sherlock Holmes Pub Downtown
Admission: Free
Swing by The Sherlock Holmes Pub Downtown to celebrate Scottish poet, Robert Burns. From January 23 to 25, there will be scotch flights and traditional haggis dinner for $21. The main event on January 24 will have Burns’ 1786 poem, “Address to a Haggis,” dramatically recited. And, there’s even set to be some bag pipes during the main event.
What: SLIGHT+VIBROTACTILE
When: January 17 – January 31
Where: Latitude 53
Admission: Free
Latitude 53 is hosting an exhibit of interactive art installations that attempt to express poetic expressions through sight and touch instead of sound. The exhibit is being put on by The Invisible Practice, an Indigenous-informed art collective based out of Edmonton.
