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 Orthodox Buddhist centre |
1009 4 Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P 0K8 Canada +1 403 234 0644 http://www.avatamsaka.ca avatamsaka@drba.org |
Located on the banks of the Bow River, this beautiful and serene monastery is the residence of several monks and the spiritual centre of Calgary's orthodox Buddhist community. The monastery is a represents a branch of the Dharma Realm Buddhist Association, and hosts daily sutra recitations, lectures and meditation sessions. Education is a key focus of this association, and free lectures are offered with translations into Cantonese, Vietnamese and English where necessary. There is also a Sunday school for children and a discussion group for youth. All activities are open to the public. Contact the monastery for schedules. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Barb B |
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Sandstone elegance |
1009 15th Avenue Southwest Calgary, AB T2R 0S5 Canada +1 403 244 5861 http://www.grace.calgary.ab.ca/ lindar@grace.calgary.ab.ca |
This church is constructed of locally-quarried sandstone, a material which ages to a gentle and almost soft beige color. Only four churches in Calgary were built of sandstone, and this is the oldest, dating from 1905. The church is reputed to have the finest pipe organ in Calgary, and can seat up to 1200 persons. The stained-glass windows are particularly magnificent as they reflect off of the stone walls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Susan Knight |
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Holiday season choral performances |
506 Fourth Street South West Knox United Church Calgary, AB T2P 1S7 Canada +1 403 269 8382 |
Celebrate the season with performances by some of Calgary's best choirs. Each December, groups of devotional singers assemble at historic Knox United Church for a weekend of Christmas music and song. Performers include children, youth and adult choirs and multicultural groups ranging from the Dutch Canadian choir of Calgary to the Calgary Korean Presbyterian Church choir. This is an ideal event for families and an opportunity to enjoy some fine holiday music. Admission is free with a donation to the food bank. Review © 2007, Wcities |