Pecha Kucha draws its name from the Japanese term for “the sound of chitchat.” Pecha Kucha Night was devised by Tokyo’s Klein Dytham Architecture in February 2003 as a venue for young designers to meet, network, exchange ideas and discuss their work in public. It rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images, each shown for 20 seconds, for a total presentation length of six minutes and 40 seconds. Why this format you ask? It keeps presentations concise, fast-paced and entertaining
Six Local Food Spots to Help Satisfy Any Craving
"Also featured in Avenue, Hathaway’s diner has some major Twin Peak vibes—an excellent selection of irresistible homemade pies to go with your cup of coffee (or tea or water), and all of it at an affordable price. While this place doesn’t seem like much from the outside, the inside is cozy and always filled to the brim. Service is great and quick, you don’t have to wait long for your food and the portions are more than plentiful. There is an eggs benedict special every Saturday and if you’re throwing an event or planning a meeting, Hathaway’s also does catering."
Edmonton's Poetry Community
Breath in Poetry (BIP) was created in 2009 and is a group of poetry enthusiasts and performers who volunteer their time to promote spoken word in the city. There are three organizers: Ahmed “Knowmadic” Ali, Titilope Sonuga, and Reakash Walters. They facilitate the Rouge Poetry nights on a weekly basis at the Rouge Lounge, a locally owned and operated business. Every Tuesday at 9 P.M. is open mic night. They also hold slam competitions where poets compete against one another. Admission to get into the slam is five dollars but open mic nights are completely free.
Six Ways to Kickstart Your Weekend
The Silver Skate Festival at Hawrelak Park kicked off this past Friday and will continue until the 21st. Silver Skate is a combination of arts and culture, recreation and sport, all rooted in Dutch winter traditions. The festival features a variety of free events and activities throughout the day and night. Enjoy horse drawn sleigh rides, face painting, skating, live music, snow sculptures, food trucks and a Heritage Village featuring pioneer and Aboriginal pieces that celebrates our city’s rich culture. Check out the event schedule for more info.
Not Enough Fest's Musical Skillshare
“The Not Enough Fest Collective started in 2014 when a group of us saw a hole within the Edmonton music scene. We entered into this project with a desire to nurture a scene that would represent the experiences, identities, and creative practices of those who are often silenced in our current cultural climate.
We’ll work together to eliminate barriers to involvement, provide community supports and access to mentors, practice spaces and instruments throughout the months prior to the festival, with a final all-ages festival featuring brand new bands playing their first show in May 2016”. -Jasmin, Not Enough Fest Collective member.

