Local Entertainment

There are people coming to the walls of the Visual Arts Studio Association and they are decorated with animals real and imagined as well as an assortment of symbolic butterflies and golden apples among other things.

There’s an argument that the best stories are always non-linear – and that applies to music as well as storytelling.

Sharon Shannon at Arden Theatre Accordionist and fiddle player Sharon Shannon has always pushed the boundaries of traditional Irish music.

There are war movies that show the front line action and there are others that show the behind the scenes negotiating and strategizing. And then there’s Hyena Road, a war movie unlike any other.

Overburden features oil paintings by Medicine Hat artist Jessica Plattner. The exhibit will remain on display until April 30. Opening reception and artist talk on Sat., April 2 from 2:30 to 5 p.m. 19 Perron Street; 780-460-4310. www.

The St. Albert Public Library is going to put Canada’s national broadcaster to shame with its own version of the big book debate.

Throughout its resplendent circus history, Firefly Theatre has always presented a blend of aerial, magic and comedy shows to sold-out crowds.

Leisure Cruise hot-footing across Canada Once again Dave Hodge (Broken Social Scene) and singer-songwriter Leah Siegel (Firehorse) are back on the road for a 10-stop Canadian tour in major centres from Montreal to Vancouver.

The grass is green, the skies are blue, and the animals are frolicking as animals are wont to do.

A show of business excellence Edmonton Events has recognized Prairie Gardens and Adventure Farms for its business savvy and its impact on the capital region and beyond.