Event Calendar

Martin Parnell, 6 time Guinness Book of World Record Holder and Marathoner will host a special showing of The Secret Marathon.  Martin will tell us about his trips to Afghanistan to train women to run marathons.  

All funds raised will go to the Classrooms Without Walls program to educate young women in Afghanistan who have been denied high school level education.  CWW volunteer teachers provide online education for Afghan women.  Funds will support the GED tests for these students.

David Falconer, founder of Classrooms Without Walls will be on hand to describe the CWW program.

Swingvolution – April 17 & 18

A weekend of swing, community, and live music!

Swingvolution returns April 17 & 18 for two full days of high‑energy workshops, live music, and social dancing with the prairies’ warm and welcoming swing community. This year features four instructors from across Canada, offering two full‑day learning tracks in Lindy Hop or Balboa, designed to help dancers of all levels build confidence, connection, and musicality.

Both nights bring the dance floor to life with live swing bands on Friday and Saturday, creating the perfect atmosphere to practice new skills, meet dancers from across the prairies, and celebrate the joy of swing.

What to Expect

• Two days of classes with experienced Canadian instructors

• Choose your track: Lindy Hop or Balboa

• Two live bands for evening dances (Friday & Saturday)

• A friendly, community‑rooted atmosphere that keeps things accessible and fun

• Dancers from across the prairies coming together to learn, connect, and celebrate

Whether you’re brand new or have been dancing for years, Swingvolution is built to help you grow while keeping the weekend affordable, supportive, and full of great music and great people.

Join us in creating a welcoming space that celebrates diversity, connection, and community. Vendors, organizations, members and service providers are encouraged to apply and help make this event a meaningful experience for newcomers.

For one day only, the doors to the University Centre for the Arts are open to the community to showcase the talent and artistry of Fine Arts students, alumni, staff and faculty — highlighting the Centre for the Arts as a hub of creative talent in Lethbridge and southern Alberta. It's a free, playful, immersive celebration of contemporary art, performance and creative technologies. In addition to celebrating student achievement, Vibe Fest attendees can also explore the outstanding learning and creative facilities that are often hidden from public view: studios, exhibition spaces, digital cinema suites, workshops, recording studios and more. 

Parallels

Hess Gallery
April 18 – June 20, 2026

Opening Celebration & Curator’s Talk: April 18, 6:30 pm in conjunction with University of Lethbridge Faculty of Fine Arts Vibe Fest presented by Stringam Law

Curator: Jessica Colley

Works from Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Buchanan Art Collection and the ULethbridge Art Collection.

🎉 Under the Stars – Meet the Artist Night! 🌟

🗓️ When: Saturday, April 18th, 7:00 p.m.

📍 Where: Scotiabank Art Gallery, Gem of the West Museum, 1316 20th Street, Coaldale

🎟️ Admission: FREE — Bring your friends and family!  

Get ready for an unforgettable evening under the night sky! Explore breathtaking photography and fascinating artifacts, get an exclusive sneak peek at our brand-new exhibit, and meet the incredible artist behind these masterpieces. It’s a vibrant, fun-filled night you won’t want to miss — perfect for art lovers of all ages! ✨🎨

As part of our FASD Assessment and Diagnostic Services, Lethbridge Family Services hosts a no-cost support group for caregivers of individuals with FASD. This group is an opportunity to hear a variety of speakers and presentations, connect with other caregivers, get educated, and have fun! Each session covers a different topic and is hosted by LFS FASD Coordinators at our north office location, 1107 2A Avenue North, in Lethbridge. Participants may join the morning session or the evening session.

Anyone who cares for someone with FASD is welcome, but please do not bring any children at this time.

To learn more about our FASD Caregiver Support Group, please contact FVedres@LFSfamily.ca or 403-320-9119 for more info.

Join us at Legacy Park, next to the Spray Park. 

Participate in:

• A community litter cleanup. Help us cleanup Legacy Park! All supplies will be provided. (Earn your Verdant Quest Badge!)
• Free compost, encouraging sustainable gardening practices. While supplies last. Please bring your own bins and shovels. Households are limited to 40 litres (10 gallons) of compost.
• Please consider active/sustainable transport to the event. Options include walking, cycling, transit or carpooling.

Mark your calendars for April 25 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate our planet and take meaningful action to protect it for generations to come.

Join us for ARTLab, a free, drop-in event where you can play with a buffet of art supplies. Explore drawing, painting, collage, watercolour, and more. A great way to relax and unwind. All are welcome. Free refreshments!