City of St. Albert
5 St. Anne Street T8N 3Z9 Saint Albert, AB, Canada

The 12 Days of Christmas project by St. Albert Children's Theatre started last night. Congratulations to all those who worked on this project including staff and of course SACTors past & present. We're excited to see more. A new episode every day from Dec 12-23 can be viewed on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOE-8PwsKM9V6FKvhmtpJJg

One of the City of St. Albert's first public art installations, My glad feet shod with a glittering steel, I was the god of the winged heel (1994 ) was created by Wanda Cracknell, Joanna Drummond, Lill Eitzen, Franziska Jacobsen, Alice Colett-Switzer and Phil Switzer, all members of the St. Albert Potters Guild who drew inspiration from the sports that would take place in an arena. Originally installed at the Campbell Place Arena and later reinstalled at Servus Credit Union P...lace in September of 2008. The three-dimensional ceramic mural depicting skating and hockey, and the objects that are associated with the two activities is striking in its detail and arrangement and a wonderful representation of the community and brings an unexpected delight when navigating the hallways of Servus Credit Union Place. To learn more about Art in Public Places, please visit stalbert.ca.

It's never too late to follow your dreams. Just ask William Shymkiw of Olds, who at 93 years has become a first time published author. Read the story here: https://www.albertaprimetimes.com//olds-author-publishes-f

Join the Art Gallery of St. Albert this Friday at 2PM for a virtual tour of all three of their current exhibitions; "Place in our Neighbourhood", "Along the Sturgeon River" & "Guilded 20-20 Vision" Learn more in this link:

St. Albert Children's Theatre have announced their MCs for The 12 Days of Christmas; Lisa Evans, Bridget Gutteridge-Hingston, Adam Klatchuk, Carmen Leibel, Rob Murray, and Tyler Woodburn. Two current members of the troupe and four alumni. We are so excited to host these free concerts on our YouTube channel from December 12-23.

If you are looking to support local this holiday season, consider shopping at W.A.R.E.S. in St. Albert Place. St. Albert Place Visual Arts Council operates this unique gift shop featuring Works of Art Representational of Every Studio, helping you find that one of a kind gift. Open Thursday, Friday and Saturdays.

Someone has taken it upon themselves to spread a little holiday cheer in a very unique way. These sculpted creatures have been popping up around the Woodlands area and we cannot help but smile when we spot one. Thank you mystery snow sculptor for making our day (actually our whole week).

Today's Public Art spotlight lands on Our Nature, Our Place by Verne Busby & Bella Totino-Busby. The mosaic consists of three panels and weighs approximately 2,000 pounds and is composed of approximately 49,000 brilliantly coloured 3/4 inch vitreous glass tiles. Inspired by the Sturgeon River and Big Lake area. The artwork is saturated by striking colours and incorporates abstracted silhouettes of the local flora and fauna. ... If you are in the area feel free to get a closer look at these stunning pieces located at Beaudry Place (50 Bellerose Drive). You will be in awe of their beauty.

For all you history buffs out there, take a few minutes and take a journey back in time around Edmonton and watch the images transition from the present to the past. Enjoy: https://youtu.be/G7golG553_k

Today's public Art spotlight lands on Respite by Shawn Cunningham (Front Step Forge). This gazebo is light and airy, and decorated with wrought iron vines and leaves and surrounded by roses in the summer months. Located in the heart of the Celebration Garden along the Sturgeon River, Respite is a landmark and a gathering space for groups and ceremonies. Enjoy these images that show the piece as it stands now and a few behind the scenes images from when the piece was installed nearly 20 years ago.

Today is officially the start of Métis Week. Our friends at the Musée Héritage Museum have a blog that talks about the importance of the week with a video and links for further information including what to expect this year. Check it out: https://museeheritage.ca/museum-moment-metis-week-2020/

A FUN-draiser indeed. Win a chance to have a visit with Santa. Learn more:

Remembrance Day is when we honor the fallen; the brave men and women who sacrificed themselves for a much greater cause. Never forget them and their families.

On Sunday, November 29 at 2:30 p.m. Prairie Debut Alumna & Friends will be live on The Arden Theatre stage. Witness classical music at its best as violinist Laura Reid, cellist Kathleen de Caen and pianist Akiko Tominaga unite to perform prolific composers music including Schubert, Beethoven and Wijeratne. Tickets are $25, and can be purchased at ardentheatre.com.

Happy Métis Week our friends at Michif Cultural Connections Company and to everyone!!