Events Roundup
Feb. 26, 2026
This week, we're highlighting an event pick by Taproot co-founder, Karen Unland. Karen recommends a Freedom to Read Week screening of the documentary The Librarians followed by a panel discussion on modern censorship.
The Librarians
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Friday, Feb. 27 6:30 PM
š Garneau Theatre
A Freedom to Read Week screening of Kim A. Snyder's 2025 documentary following a group of librarians in the US uniting to combat book banning amid unprecedented censorship, followed by a panel discussion moderated by CBC's Tara McCarthy.
Here's what Karen had to say:
"Intellectual freedom is important to me as a journalist, as a media entrepreneur, as a citizen, as a mom. So I'm looking forward to marking Freedom to Read Week by gathering with fellow library-lovers at this special screening, followed by a discussion with EPL's Vicky Varga, Murray Utas of Fringe Theatre, Arianne Smith-Piquette of CKUA, and writer Peter Midgley."
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Rhythm and Remembrance
A vibrant cross-section of live music:
- Feb. 27: Diary Of A Beating Heart: The Homecoming Tour starting at 7pm at Westbury Theatre
- Feb. 27: Lynne Hanson / The Hearts starting at 7:30pm at Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts
- Feb. 27: Lisi Sings Lhasa starting at 8pm at Yardbird Suite
- Feb. 28: Pro Coro Canada Info Session & Open Rehearsal with Paul Mealor starting at 1:15pm at King's University
- Feb. 28: Black History Month 40th Gospel Concert starting at 7pm at Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
- Feb. 28: Get Us Together Presents: Midnight Peg Album Release starting at 7:30pm at The Aviary
- Feb. 28: Brass Roots: The Heritage of the Brass Band starting at 7:30pm at All Saints Anglican Cathedral
- Feb. 28: The Kent Sangster Quintet: An Evening for Zale starting at 8pm at Yardbird Suite
- March 1: Thelma Johannes O'Neill Memorial starting at 2pm at Winspear Centre
- March 1: The Light of Paradise, with Quasar Saxophone Quartet starting at 3pm at McDougall United Church
Enjoy live music and great food with SkirtsAfire's The Key of Me at Chianti
Make the most of SkirtsAfire with dinner and a show! Enjoy deals on appetizers, pasta, and drinks at Chianti while listening to the sweet sounds of our featured performers, then head down the street to one of SkirtsAfire's shows. The Key of Me is on Wednesday, March 11, and Thursday, March 12, from 5pm to 7pm. Entry by donation at the door.
Happening this week
Here are some events happening in the next seven days:
- Feb. 27: Winter Fruit Tree Pruning starting at 7pm online
- Feb. 28: Create Great Compost with Worms starting at 10am at Strathcona County Library
- Feb. 28: Promises & Prosecco Wedding Fair starting at 10am at The Creative Hive Event Centre
- Feb. 28: Ritchie Community League Pub Night starting at 6:30pm at Ritchie Community Hall
- March 3: Curious Brews starting at 6pm at MKT Fresh Food | Beer Market
- March 3: Let's Find Out: About The Whale Society of Edmonton starting at 6:30pm at City of Edmonton Archives
- March 4: Edmonton & Area Land Trust Volunteer Info Session starting at 12pm online
- March 4: The Ripple Effect: Stories of Giving & Gaining starting at 6pm at Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts
- March 4: Learn to Advocate starting at 6:30pm online
- March 5: Beginner-Friendly Dungeons & Dragons starting at 7pm at Walkthrough Collaborative Center
- March 6: Cities from Her Perspective: Building through Connections starting at 11:30am at DIALOG
Let's Find Out: About The Whale Society of Edmonton
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Tuesday, March 3 6:30 PM
š City of Edmonton Archives
Yes, Edmonton really used to have a save-the-whales club. No, they weren't based at West Edmonton Mall. But they did make a big splash. āJoin Let's Find Out host Chris Chang-Yen Phillips for a live podcast recording, exploring the fascinating history of the Whale Society of Edmonton.
Upcoming
And here are some upcoming events to keep in mind:
- March 7: Open House at Jasper Place Leisure Centre
- March 12: Bannock Fest at TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
- March 13: All Abilities Paralympics Watch Party: Hockey Semi-Final Game at St. Albert Public Library (Downtown)
Visit the Taproot Edmonton Calendar for many more events in the Edmonton region.
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