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Mayor's gala lineup

The Mayor's Celebration of the Arts Gala, coming up on Friday, Sept. 30 is a unique celebration that allows us to honour outstanding local artists. Tickets are $50 each and include a reception. Call the Arden box office at 780-459-1542.

The Mayor's Celebration of the Arts Gala, coming up on Friday, Sept. 30 is a unique celebration that allows us to honour outstanding local artists.

Tickets are $50 each and include a reception. Call the Arden box office at 780-459-1542.

Below is a list of artists competing in seven categories:

Youth Artist Award

• Lara Hyrak – musician • Sarah Kelly – writer, visual artist, musician

Emerging Artist Award

• Paige Tirs – dancer • Samantha Williams-Chapelsky – visual artist • Aly Yusuf – vocal performer

Established Artist Award

• Trevor Tchir – singer, songwriter, musician

Excellence in Arts Teaching

• Colleen Hewitt – arts teacher • Darryl Kari – arts teacher • Judy Smallwood – arts teacher • Sherri Urkow – dance teacher

Community Arts Group Award

• St. Albert Singers Guild – community choir

Arts Leadership Award

• Heidi Alther – arts administrator • Pat Wagensveld – visual artist

Mayor's Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts Award

• Elke Blodgett – potter • Michael Lazar – luthier • Criselda Mierau – choir director • Dr. Lillian Upright – pianist and music teacher • Pat Wagensveld – visual artist • Laura Watmough – visual artist • Allan Nuttall – visual artist

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