Book Launch for Nowtown: Re-envisioning Calgary afterparty
curated by book contributor Arif Ansari featuring performances by notable Calgary bands Bridgeland, Vailhalen and The Ramblin’ Ambassadors celebrating the city’s rich musical legacy, one of the many stories explored in Nowtown. Where: Palomino Smokehouse and Social Club 109 7 Avenue S.W Calgary http://thepalomino.ca/ 18+ with government issued identification When: Saturday November 21, 2026 Doors: 8:00pm / Action 8:30pm Admission: $16.00 advance at www.showpass.com NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!! Nowtown Calgary, Mohkinstsis, is a place that resists simple summaries. It’s a young city in a constant cycle of renewal and reinvention, an ancient meeting place with history stretching back thousands of years, and a hive of creativity, entrepreneurial hustle, and experimentation that attracts new arrivals every day. Nowtown brings together voices and perspectives from across Calgary to explore the city’s restless spirit, unpack its contradictions, and celebrate its mavericks in an era when its urbanism is defined by much more than just oil. Featuring essays from community leaders, journalists, historians, artists, and architects, Nowtown explores Calgary’s diverse communities and lesser-known spaces, interrogating its myths and challenging its stereotypes along the way. From artist-run centres and underground theatre to conservative political dominance and boom-bust economic cycles, these essays explore the varied architectural, cultural, political, and economic perspectives that make Calgary unique. https://chbooks.com Bridgeland Post-Punk Krautrock https://bridgeland.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/brid_geland Vailhalen Alternative Indie Rock https://vailhalen.bandcamp.com ‘https://www.instagram.com/vailhalen The Ramblin’ Ambassadors Instrumental Surf Blues https://ramblinambassadors.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/ramblinambassadors Shelf Life Books https://www.instagram.com/shelflifebooks Coach House Books https://www.instagram.com/coachhousebooks In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, the Iyarhe Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations), the Battle River Territory of the Métis Nation of Alberta Districts 5 & 6, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta. NO JERK POLICY ALWAYS IN EFFECT!!