Monarch Theatre
609 2 ST SE
Medicine Hat, AB
7:00 p.m

Pink Ribbons, Inc. - Capitalizing on Hope - Pink Ribbons, Inc. looks at the pervasive impact of breast cancer fundraising. Where does all the money go, and what is actually achieved? The film offers a completely different take on the pink ribbon “success” story that has overtaken North America.

Pink Ribbons, Inc. is a feature length documentary produced by the National Film Board of Canada and directed by award-winning, Canadian filmmaker Léa Pool.  The film is inspired by a book of the same name by Professor Samantha King of Queens University.

For more info about the film or access to images contact Donna Cowan, NFB Marketing, Toronto: d.cowan@nfb.ca (416) 952-8959

Watch & Share the Pink Ribbons, Inc. trailer: www.nfb.ca/pink

Cultural Centre Gallery
299 College Drive SE
Gallery Hours
Medicine Hat, AB
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m

BABYSCAPES: NEW COLLAGE - a series of recent works by Jessica Plattner (Oregon, U.S.A.), visiting ‘artist in-residence’ at Medicine Hat College.

Reception:
February 3, 2012
7:00 p.m.

Information call: Allan Jensen 403.502.9006

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB
2:00 p.m

Thursday Afternoon at the Movies presents: WHAT’S UP, DOC? (1972) -
Barbra Streisand and Ryan O’Neal star in this classic film, as a romantic duo reminiscent of the 1930s screwball comedies.

Free
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Veiner Centre
(adults and young adults)

Information and to register call: 403.502.8526 www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat College Theatre
299 College Drive SE
8:00 p.m.

SPRING AWAKENING - is an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock & roll that exhilarated audiences across the nation like no other musical in years. Join this group of late 19th century German students on their passage as they navigate teenage self-discovery and coming of age anxiety in a powerful celebration of youth and rebellion in the daring, remarkable SPRING AWAKENING. Rated 14A

Tickets
Adults
$30.00 + s/c, &GST
Students
$20.00 + s/c, &GST
(with student ID)
Available at the Esplanade Box Office or online at www.tixx.ca

Information and tickets call: 403.502.8777

Medicine Hat Public Library
414 First Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB
Fridays 10:30 a.m.

DROP-IN PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - parents and caregivers are invited to bring their 3 - 6 year olds to drop-in sessions of stories, songs and rhymes on various themes.

Free
Please drop in!

Information call: 403.502.8526 www.mhpl.info

Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre
401 First Street SE
8:00 p.m.

TOM COCHRANE AND RED RIDER - over the last three decades, Tom Cochrane has brought us international hits like “Lunatic Fringe,” “Big League,” “Victory Day,” and “Mad Mad World.” With seven Juno Awards under his belt, and endless nominations, this Canadian icon should not be missed.

Tickets
$59.00 + s/c, &GST
$54.00 + s/c, &GST
(balcony)
Available at the Esplanade Box Office or online at www.tixx.ca

Information and tickets call: 403.502.8777

Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre
401 First Street SE
8:00 p.m.

BLACKIE AND THE RODEO KINGS (Colin Linden, Stephen Fearing and Tom Wilson) remain one of Canada’s greatest musical treasures, having released six CDs and rhythmic play that is distinctive, mystical, energizing and constantly evocative.  

Tickets
$27.00 + s/c, &GST
Available at the Esplanade Box Office or online at www.tixx.ca

Information and tickets call: 403.502.8777

Medicine Hat College
Room S159
299 College Drive SE
Doors open 7:00 p.m

LEARN THE POWER OF NUTRITION AND DISEASE PREVENTION! Look Good and Feel Good from the Inside out and Live Your Life to the Plus! with Dr. Matt Brown.

Information call Melissa at 403.527.8452

Medicine Hat Public Library
414 First Street S.E.
Tuesdays 7:00 p.m.

EVENING FAMILY STORY TIME - drop in story times are fun for toddlers through ten year olds as well as their parents and grandparents. Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and an activity. Pajamas and teddy bears welcome!

Free - Please drop in!

Information call: 403.502.8526 - www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat Public Library - Legion Room
414 First Street SE
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Law at the Library: LOSING A JOB AND WRONGFUL DISMISSAL -when is a dismissal wrong? What are the rights and responsibilities of someone who loses a job? What are the rights and responsibilities of employers in situations where an employee is dismissed? When should compensation be given to dismissed employees and how should the amount be determined? Learn about the topic of wrongful dismissal in this videoconference session.

Free
Co-sponsored by  MH Public Library, MHC Public Legal Education Program & the Alberta Law Foundation

Information and to register call: 403.529.3844 - Advanced registration is required.

Medicine Hat Public Library - Legion Room
414 First Street SE
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m

Law at the Library: SMALL OR HOME BUSINESS AND LAW - are you starting a small business in your home or elsewhere? Learn about the pros and cons of incorporation, licensing and other government requirements, contracts, what they are and how to enforce them and steps in collecting unpaid accounts.

Free
Co-sponsored by  MH Public Library, MHC Public Legal Education Program & the Alberta Law Foundation

Information and to register call: 403.529.3844 Advanced registration is required.

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
7:00 p.m.

Thursday Night Flicks presents: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS - in the depths of the Depression, veterinary student Jacob (Robert Pattinson) joins a circus where he meets the beautiful Marlena (Reese Witherspoon) and her charismatic and cruel husband (Christoph Waltz). Based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen.

Free
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
(adults & young adults)
Rated: PG

Information call: 403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Harley Davidson Shop of Medicine Hat
#1 Hwy – 3 kms east of Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat, AB
7:00 p.m

Medicine Hat Ladies After 5 – special guest nite (men too!)
Bikes & Burgers @ Harley Davidson of Medicine Hat
7:00 p.m. – $10.00
Featuring – Dave Mitchell, local biker

Reservations:  Lois (403)529-0225 or ; hallois@telusplanet.net

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
10:30 p.m.

VALENTINE’S STORY CRAFT - enjoy stories and songs celebrating hearts and friendship, followed by a craft.  For 4-6 year olds. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. 

Free
Registration is required Registration starts January 31
(2 children/adult)

Information and to register call:
MH Library Children Services 403.502.8526 www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat Public Library
414 First Street S.E.
2:00 p.m.

Family Fun Flicks: WINNIE THE POOH: Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Woods join forces to save Christopher Robin from a mysterious creature called "Backson".  Approximately 63 minutes

Free
Sponsored by the
MH Public  Library, Children’s Services

Information contact:
Children’s Services  403.502.8526 www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

LOVE AT THE LIBRARY - Singles 30 and over are invited to the second annual Singles’ Night at the library. Activities include speed dating, games, movies and refreshments.

Free (for adults 30 and older)

Information call: MH Library  403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Harmony Hall, Redcliff
Cocktails: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner: 7:00 p.m.

VALENTINE’S DINNER AND DANCE presented by The German Canadian Harmony Club. A selection of songs by the Harmonie Choir and dance to the music of the Harvey Fleck Band.

Tickets
Available from the executive

Information and tickets call: 403.528.3139 or 403.548.3556

Medicine Hat Cultural Centre,  Black Box
299 College Drive SE
7:30 p.m.

Presented by Medicine Hat JazzFest: THE YVES LEVEILLE QUARTET – Montreal-based pianist and composer Yves Léveillé spends most of his time performing in Quebec, although he has entertained crowds in Europe as well as select Canadian and US cities.

Tickets
$18.00
$15.00 (Members)
$5.00 (Students)
Free (JazzFest 2011 pass holders)
vailable at the door

Information & tickets call: 403.529.4857 or visit www.medicinehatjazzfest.com

Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre
401 First Street SE
8:00 p.m.

ED KOWALCZYK - with over 20 million records sold worldwide, this frontman, with a unique and powerful voice will be here to grace the Esplanade stage. Come see Ed Kowalczyk in this once in a lifetime performance as he makes a stop in Medicine Hat.

Tickets
$38.50 + s/c, &GST
Available at the Esplanade Box Office or online at www.tixx.ca

Information and tickets call: 403.502.8777

Medicine Hat Public Library - Legion Room
414 First Street SE
Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Law at the Library: LAW AND LIVING TOGETHER (videoconference) - the legal rights and responsibilities of people living together as spouses can differ from those of married people. Learn about cohabitation agreements, the significance of being an adult interdependent partner, care and support of children, inheritance and property.

Free
Co-sponsored by
 MH Public Library, MHC Public Legal Education Program & the Alberta Law Foundation

Information and to register call: 403.529.3844
Advanced registration is required.

Medicine Hat Chamber
Of Commerce
413 6th Ave. SE
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER SENSITIVES & EMOTIONS: HANDLE US WITH CARE

Cost - $10.00/person

Information call: Diane MacNaughton 403.928.6638 www.autisminthefamily.com

Hillcrest Church
3785 13 Ave SE
Medicine Hat AB
1 - 4 p.m.

Non Profit Event

Budgeting For Beginners Workshop
Learn the Art of balancing your money with expenses, money saving tips, and the pitfalls along the way. 
Small Classes.   FREE.

Sponsored by the Medicine Hat Realtor Charitable Foundation.

Dates of up-coming Workshops:  Feb 16, March 1 and 16, April 5 and 19, May 3 and 17, June 7 and 21.

To register call:  Karen-Ann Hall at Canadian Mental Health Association at (403) 504-1811.

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
2:00 p.m.

Thursday Afternoon at the Movies presents: THE PHILADELPHIA STORY (1940) - Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and James Stewart star in this timeless comedy about a fault finding bride-to-be socialite, an ex-husband and a gossip columnist on assignment. James Stewart won his only Oscar and the film was named to the American Film Institute’s 100 Best American films list.

Free
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Veiner Centre (adults and young adults)

Information call: 403.502.8525

Medicine Hat Arena
155 Ash Avenue SE
7:00 p.m.
Doors open 6:00 p.m.

HEDLEY with special guests Classified, Karl Wolf, and Kay Mines. Hedley, one of the biggest and brightest bands in Canada, returns with Storms, the group’s fourth album. Presented by My96.

Tickets
$29.50 - $45.00 + s/c, &GST
Available at the Esplanade Box Office or online at www.tixx.ca

Information and tickets call: 403.502.8777

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
7:00 p.m.

Thursday Night Flicks presents ONE DAY - after their college graduation, Emma (Anne Hathaway) and Dexter (Jim Sturgess) begin a friendship that lasts a lifetime. This is observed on the same day annually for the next twenty years. Based on the novel by David Nicholls.

Free
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
(adults & young adults)
Rated: PG

Information call: 403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre
401 First Street SE
7:30 p.m.

STUART MCLEAN - one of Canada's most beloved storytellers and a best-selling author. Since the premier of his hit CBC radio show "THE VINYL CAFÉ" in 1994, listeners have tuned in every week for an eclectic musical journey.

Tickets
$51.75 + s/c, &GST
$31.75 + s/c, &GST
(students)
Available at the Esplanade Box Office or online at www.tixx.ca

Information and tickets call: 403.502.8777

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
2:00 p.m.

Saturday Matinee presents: SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD - Marissa (Jessica Alba) has it all: married to a famous spy-hunting television reporter (Joel McHale), a new baby and twin step children. Then, as a spy in her former life, she is called out of retirement to help save the world from maniacal Timekeeper (Jeremy Piven).

Free
For adults/young adults
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Rated: PG (for genre violence and crude content)

Information call: 403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
2:00 p.m.

NFB FILM CLUB: MIGHTY JEROME - Track and field star, Harry Jerome, was one of Canada’s greatest athletes. This film follows his rise, fall and redemption in recognition of African Heritage Month.

Free
Cosponsored by MH Public Library and National Film Board of Canada

Information call: 403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Medalta Historic Site
713 Medalta Ave. SE
8:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. (rush seating)

NATHAN ROGERS sings Stan Nathan returns to Medicine Hat with his unmistakable vocals, throat-chanting, guitar and percussion virtuosity, and talents as a songwriter. This event promises to be unforgettable. Sponsored by Tongue Off the Post Folk Concert Series.

Tickets:
$25.00 + GST
Available on line tixx.ca or various vendors throughout the city (check website)

Information visit www.mhfolkmusic.com 

Medicine Hat Public Library Theatre
414 First Street S.E.
7:00 p.m.

Cinema Politica: ADDICTED TO PLASTIC - follow a global journey to investigate what we really know about the material of a thousand uses and why there’s so darn much of it. One the way, discover a toxic legacy and the men and women dedicated to cleaning it up.

Free
for adults and young adults
cosponsored by the Friends of the Library and Cinema Politica

Information call: 403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat Public Library
414 First Street SE
Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.

BABIES & ONES - for 4 - 18 month olds with a parent or an adult caregiver.  Enjoy songs, rhymes, tickles, and knee bounces.

Free
Registration begins Tuesday, February 21 in person or by calling the Library

Information call: 403.502.8525 www.mhpl.info

Medicine Hat Public Library - Currie Room
414 First Street SE
2:10 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.

Law at the Library: SMALL CLAIMS COURT - if you have lost up to $25,000 through a contractual agreement as a tenant or in a business or consumer transaction, taking your claim to Small Claims Court is an option. Learn about starting the small claims court action, trial procedures, judgments, the appeals process and how to collect.

Free
Co-sponsored by
MH Public Library, MHC Public Legal Education Program & the Alberta Law Foundation

Information and to register call: 403.529.3844
Advanced registration is required.

Medicine Hat Public Library - Currie Room
414 First Street SE
Thursdays 10:30 a.m.

TODDLER TIME - for 18 - 36 month olds. Join us for stories and action verses as well as songs, rhymes, and tickles.

Free
Registration begins Tuesday, February 21 in person or by calling the Library

Information & register call: 403.502.8526 www.mhpl.info

Hillcrest Church
3785 13 Ave SE
Medicine Hat AB
1 - 4 p.m.

Non Profit Event

Budgeting For Beginners Workshop
Learn the Art of balancing your money with expenses, money saving tips, and the pitfalls along the way. 
Small Classes.   FREE.

Sponsored by the Medicine Hat Realtor Charitable Foundation.

Dates of up-coming Workshops:  April 5 and 19, May 3 and 17, June 7 and 21.

To register call:  Karen-Ann Hall at Canadian Mental Health Association at (403) 504-1811.

Kinplex Kin Social Room
Medicine Hat AB
11am to 4pm

Shop til You Drop
Small Business Showcase

Further inquiries can be directed through email or by calling 403-866-9299

Downtown
Medicine Hat AB

Annual Downtown Easter Egg Hunt

Ongoing Event at Miywasin Centre - every Wednesdays night from 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Miywasin Centre Adult Jigging Class
Come on down and enjoy free jigging classes. Get fit have, have fun, meet new friends. Everyone welcome!  Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm at the Miywasin Centre 517-3st SE. For more information call (403) 526-0756

POLICE POINT PARK NATURE CENTRE
Managed by the Grassland Naturalists
Open All Year Round - 9am to 5pm daily (Except Mondays & Holidays)

MEDICINE HAT INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS
Managed by the Grassland Naturalists
      Police Point Park Nature Centre
Open All Year Round - 9am to 5pm daily (Except Mondays & Holidays)
How many of you knew that 2012 was the “Year of the Bat”!
Do you realize how important bats are?
Coming this summer a display of Bats will be in the Nature Centre!

 Main Gallery- ART SHOW
Another 75 Million - Ashes: Bison
Drawings by Adrian Stimson Redux
Come and study the saga of the bison
Teachers are welcome to bring your Students

*Remember we have new displays, exhibits and programs All Year Round, For Your Enjoyment!

February 20
 11:00 am - 4:30 pm
 KIWANIS FAMILY DAY
Free Ski and Snowshoe Rental; Free Family Crafts
For a small fee you can build a Bat House or Bird House and Roast Hot Dogs!
(Last Rental @ 3:30 pm)

In the Nature Shop - February Artist of the Month
HELEN EPP
Call or email for more information on how Local artists can showcase their Art here in the Nature Shop.

Count our Feeder Birds
Ask us how to do your own counts!

**Ski the Trails**
Police Point Park Cross Country Ski Trail
Rentals Available in the Nature Centre
Cross Country Ski & Snowshoes

PROJECT FEEDER WATCH

November thru until April 2012
Fridays & Saturdays are the official bird watching days at  Police Point Nature Centre
Enjoy a comfy seat by the nature viewing window in the main exhibit area and help us watch and count the birds!

For more information on all these and upcoming events call the Nature Line 403.529.6225, or visit on line at www.natureline.info or check us out on Facebook

Or follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/PolicePointPark

THE ESPLANADE ARTS & HERITAGE CENTRE

Until February 12, 2012
THE ESPLANADE ART GALLERY

 
Soft Geometry: The Quilts of Judith Tinkl

This Ontario artist brings four decades of skill, experience and exploration to her textile art works, which are extraordinary in their complex geometry, subtle patterns and intricate detail. Judith Tinkl’s work is inspired by natural structures and patterns, by geometry (most recently of Roger Penrose), by Islamic patterning, the quilts of African-Americans, and modern artists who explore colour mixing and composition.

Retired from the faculty of the Ontario College of Art + Design, Tinkl’s work was selected for the “Unity and Diversity” exhibition at the Cheongju International Craft Biennale in Korea in 2009, and has been presented in solo and group exhibitions in Canada, Japan, Australia, France, Britain and the United States. A past Chair of the Ontario Craft Council, she has received the Ontario Premier’s Award and the Joan Chalmers Award for Quiltmaking.

Closing Reception Sunday February 5th at 1pm in the Art Gallery with Judith Tinkl
 “First Discoveries” family program at 2:00pm in the Discovery Centre

Out of the Vaults: Medicine Hat’s Heritage Quilts

These remarkable quilts are safeguarded for posterity in the Esplanade Museum Collection. All were used and loved here in Medicine Hat, from as early as 1910 onwards. The provenance of the quilts is sparse but intriguing - we know for instance that one is the tulip design quilt of Miss Jean MacGregor, Medicine Hat’s first woman RCMP dispatcher, and another patchwork quilt was started in Huron County, Ontario and finished in Medicine Hat with WW 1 and other commemorative badges. This is a rare opportunity to see unique pieces of Medicine Hat history brought to life by the skill, creativity and countless hours of dedication of their makers.
Spotlight on Art Quilts by Fran Lauzon
Fran Lauzon is a Medicine Hat painter and award-winning fibre artist who has been involved in the visual arts for over 30 years. Fran’s quilts are extraordinary in the complexity of their composition, brilliant use of colour and attention to detail: they are powerful when viewed from a distance and reveal subtle intricacies when examined closely.

Fran uses original paintings and photographs as the basis for her quilts; inspiration comes from “the prairie, animals, the river, coulees, and objects around me… Above all I am interested in the drama of the local area and feel satisfied when a piece is full of light and colour and depicts my response to my home.” Fran Lauzon, artist statement.

Esplanauts Winter Art Classes 2012

Saturdays, January 28 to March 31 
(No Classes on February 18 and 25)

ART IN TEXTILES 
A collection of historical, contemporary and art quilts in the art gallery will inspire students. In class they will explore quilt motifs and geometry in art. Design concepts such as balance and symmetry will be considered.  Students will have fun with textile art including screen printing, batik, and tie dying.
The classes will tie into Soft Geometry, Judith Tinkl’s exhibition of her quilts in the Art Gallery, Medicine Hat’s Heritage Quilts exhibition Out of the Vaults, and Spotlight on Art Quilts by Fran Lauzon.
REGISTER NOW!
Esplanade information/attendant Desk at 401 First Street SE or by phone 403.502.8793
Mondays - Fridays 10 am - 5 pm
Weekends & Holidays 12 pm - 5 pm
Non-members’ fee per child $90.00 
Esplanade Members’ fee per child $80.00  
Fee includes all materials. Some materials used in the classroom could stain clothing, so students should wear OLD CLOTHES or bring an apron or paint shirt
              
TREX EXHIBITION FOR JANUARY 2012
Medicine Hat Public Library hosts:
Another 75 Million-Ashes

Adrian Stimson has created drawings of both realistic representations and imagined petroglyph styled stories of the great bison saga of North America. The historical slaughter of the bison was a part of the decimation of First Nations in the Americas, a deliberate and brutal attempt to destroy not only their bison but also their people who relied on the bison for sustenance. It is Adrian’s desire to honor the memory of the bison and its resilience. 

Medicine Hat College hosts:
Derek Besant: A Loss for Words

Besant is inspired by his passion for comic book artists, metal-plate engravers and illustrators of elementary grammar books who render line expertly. This series also reflects his ongoing interest in botany, ornithology, human anatomy, architecture and illustrated technical manuals.

For more information on these programs or any other exhibitions around Southeastern Alberta please visit www.trexprogramsoutheast.ca.