The Western Wheel’s Datebook is a listing of upcoming events, activities and meetings taking place throughout the Foothills. If you would like to submit a non-commercial listing to be included in the Datebook, please email [email protected].
The Town of Okotoks’ Environmental Education Centre hosts Nature Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. where activities focus on a different theme weekly. Upcoming topics include: Polar Bear Day (Feb. 23). okotoks.ca
Yuk Yuk's on Tour comes to the Rotary Performing Arts Centre on Friday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. John Cullen will headline the show that will also feature Erin Wood and MC Johnny Pogo. Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door. okotoks.ca
CanAm Wrestling returns to Okotoks Elks Hall on Friday, Feb. 23 with Big Things come in Small Packages. The main event features world-renowned midget wrestling superstar Short Sleeve Sampson vs CanAm Wrestling's own Canadian Badass. Tickets at showpass.com.
Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School is hosting Innovation Day on Saturday, Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Highlights include presentations and panel discussions from industry leaders, interactive play with VR and robots, and workshops focused on educators and innovation. strathconatweedsmuir.com
The Okotoks Legion will be holding weekly Saturday meat draws starting Feb. 24. Doors open at noon; ticket sales (cash only) start at 1 p.m. Nine draws at the Elks Hall.
The Canadian Chamber Choir’s Alberta tour will include a concert at the Okotoks Alliance Church on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. The Foothills Philharmonic Chamber Chorus will also perform. The choir will host a vocal workshop at the church earlier in the day. canadianchamberchoir.ca
Beneath The Arch presents the Steve Pineo Prohibition Hall Show on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Flare n’ Derrick in Diamond Valley. Advance tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children; if not sold out, tickets at the door are $30. beneaththearch.ca
The Okotoks & District Seniors Club invites all seniors in the community to an information session on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at 1 p.m. to learn about some of the programs that the Town of Okotoks has to offer, including Snow Heroes, the Town Taxi, Community Volunteer Income Tax and more.
Pine Creek Cemetery Society members are encouraged to bring any pictures/documents of their loved ones buried at Pine Creek Cemetery (if they have not previously done so) to the De Winton Community Centre from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29. More information available from [email protected] or [email protected].
Time for Poets at the Okotoks Public Library has been rescheduled to Thursday, Feb. 29 from 7 to 8 p.m. It is an opportunity to try out that poem in front of an audience or listen to some local talent perform. Registration to perform can be done at okotokslibrary.ca. There’s no need to register to be part of the audience.
The Okotoks Public Library is holding a book sale on Friday, March 1 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.), Saturday, March 2 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Sunday, March 3 (2 to 4 p.m.). Books and audio-visual materials are 50 cents each; paperbacks are five for $1. okotokslibrary.ca
The DeWinton Hall hosts Double Shuffle dance lessons on Friday, March 1 and East Coast swing dance lessons with Steve and Laurie from Dancealot on Friday, April 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the lesson begins at 7 p.m. sharp. Advance tickets are $25 or $27 at the door. Email [email protected] or call 403-938-2525 for tickets or more information. Open dance floor to follow.
The Okotoks & District Chamber of Commerce is holding its second annual Business Celebration Gala on Saturday, March 2 at Sprung Structures. The event will celebrate local businesses that opened between 2019 and 2023. Evening will include a fun money casino, live music, hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, sweet treats and more. okotokschamber.ca
Rock-A-Billy Entertainment presents Creedence Clearwater Reprisal, a tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival, on Saturday, March 2 at the Black Diamond Hotel & Bar. Tickets are $40. facebook.com/rockabillyent
Chris Funk: The Wonderist will perform at the Rotary Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, March 3 at 1:30 p.m. Funk’s show is an engaging and visceral multimedia experience that has audiences scratching their heads. Tickets (in advance only) are $20 for adults and $10 for children. okotoks.ca
Easter Colouring Contest 2024 at the Okotoks Public Library launches on Monday, March 4. Kids up to 12 years of age can drop in to pick up a colouring page or print a copy from the library’s website. All finished creations must be submitted by March 20. okotokslibrary.ca
Rock-A-Billy Entertainment presents Voices of Legends, Steve Hillis’ one-man tribute show, at the Spitzee Bar & Grill in High River on Saturday, March 9 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35. facebook.com/rockabillyent
The Okotoks Arts Council and the Town of Okotoks are hosting Acoustic Nights twice a month at the Rotary Performing Arts Centre from 7 to 9 p.m. The next session is on Tuesday, March 12. It’s a safe place to learn, play, sing and enjoy. Free event is open to all ages and all levels of performers. okotoks.ca
On the Edge concert series presents The Wardens on Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Red Deer Lake United Church. The Rocky Mountain-based band’s stories and songs rise from the very land they’ve protected as Canadian national park wardens. reddeerlakeuc.com/concerts
Have you ever wanted to learn the art of “Pysanky” aka: Ukrainian egg decorating? Dee Larock will lead classes on March 23 and 24 at St. Andrews United Church in DeWinton. Tickets are $30. Email [email protected] for tickets or more information.
A Repair Café will be held at Centennial Arenas in Okotoks on Saturday, March 23 from noon to 4 p.m. Items accepted include electronics, small appliances, small pieces of furniture, toys, clothing, housewares and more. Food bank donations will be accepted. okotoks.ca
Beneath The Arch presents John Reishman and The Jaybirds on Saturday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the Flare n’ Derrick in Diamond Valley. Advance tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children. beneaththearch.ca
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 291 (Okotoks) is seeking vendors for a craft fair being held on Saturday, April 20 at the Centennial Centre. Table cost is $75, and all fees go to the Legion building fund. Those interested in being a vendor are asked to contact Mandie Barker at [email protected].
Rich in Resources at the Okotoks Museum and Archives looks at the natural resources that have played a pivotal role in shaping the community's history and development. The exhibit will be on view until April 27. okotoks.ca
Okotoks Upper and Lower Schools, an exhibit at the Okotoks Museum and Archives, features memories from staff and students of the two schools. Among the artifacts on display until Aug. 31 are school rings, report cards and autograph albums. okotoks.ca
Bryan Faubert — MaSh-UP X: Where the Big Rock Is and Debbie.Lee Miszaniec: What You Do To My Body (and Mind) are on display at the Okotoks Art Gallery until March 23. okotoks.ca
The Sheep River parkrun, a free weekly five-kilometre run/walk, is held every Saturday at 9 a.m. The loop begins and ends at the picnic shelter in Sheep River Park, and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. sheepriverparkrun.ca
OM Chanting is held every Saturday at the Okotoks Public Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. It is an ancient, dynamic meditation technique which helps us realign with nature and existence. It is free, open to all. No experience required. Bring water to drink and energize. okotokslibrary.ca
Foothills Writers Group (formerly the Indie Author Group Okotoks) meets every third Thursday at the Okotoks Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. The group is a community of local authors whose goal is to encourage and support writers during their creative journey. The group includes members new to the writing world and published authors. [email protected]
A Memory Cafe will be held on the fourth Friday of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Griffiths Centre in Diamond Valley. It’s an opportunity for people with memory loss and their caregivers to meet for mutual support. Call 403-969-6040 for details.
A Memory Cafe will be held on the first Wednesday of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Okotoks Seniors Club. It’s an opportunity for people with memory loss and their caregivers to meet for mutual support. Call 403-969-6040 for details.
The Rotary Club of Okotoks meets on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 6 p.m. at the Crystal Ridge Golf Club. okotoksrotary.ca
An ELL (English Language Learning) class is held every Thursday from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at the Okotoks Public Library. Learn vocabulary that will help you in everyday situations in classes facilitated by YMCA LINC instructor Deb Payne. Classes are free and drop-in. okotokslibrary.ca
The Okotoks Chess Club meets every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Okotoks Public Library. The free club aims to improve chess play and maintains a friendly environment where learning takes priority over winning. Chess sets and clocks are available. All ages welcome, drop in. [email protected]
The LEGO Club meets every Wednesday from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the Okotoks Public Library. Kids aged six to 12 can enjoy playing with LEGO and meeting new friends in the free, drop-in activity. okotokslibrary.ca
