Arts on the Ave is pleased to present Kaleido Family Arts Festival.

Kaleido Family Arts Festival is a joyous, exuberant, radically open arts festival that shares the love of the Alberta Avenue Arts District.

Please join us for our volunteer orientation dinner! Meet crew leads and learn all about the fun roles we have in store for the Kaleido Family Arts Festival! You don’t wanna miss out on this delicious dinner!

There are two seating to choose from 5pm or 7pm on Tuesday, September 10th at the Alberta Avenue Community League (9210 118 Avenue).

$5 deposit to hold your seat, returned to you upon arrival

https://www.kaleidofest.ca/volunteer

Thank you so much to our fabulous volunteers! See you there!

Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9321 118 Ave (Alley)
Tickets $10

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

Sean Croal | August 29

Sean Croal is a music educator, energetic performer, composer, and bandleader. Born in Alberta, Croal has studied bass in Doha, Qatar under renowned bassist Matteo Gaspari of the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, and in Finland, before continuing his musical practice in Canada. He has played alongside the likes of Bob Mintzer, Terell Stafford, Jonny Summers, and numerous others.

Stay tuned to our page for updates!

Kaleido Family Arts Festival returns to the Ave on September 13-15, 2024!

Curious about what it’s like to volunteer at the Kaleido Family Arts Festival? Come to one of our upcoming volunteer parties at St. Faith's Park (11714 92 Street ) for the full scoop and sign-up to be part of building community through the arts.

Register to hold your spot and have your $ 5 deposit returned upon arrival.

Due to the smaller venue, we kindly ask that you choose ONE of our two dates:

August 12th at 6:00 pm
August 26th at 6:00 pm

Bring your friends! Receive an extra entry for a Door Prize for each friend you bring who signs up to volunteer! You can also sign up to volunteer online at

All are welcome | Free | Drop In

Join us for a drop in hand drumming circle at the Carrot and learn about the tradition of indigenous drumming from Terry & Christine. One brewed coffee and one cookie are included. All are welcome! *Drums provided

Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Sean Pinchin

Sean Pinchin

Juno Nominated and Internationally Recognized Singer/ Songwriter/ Slide Guitarist Sean Pinchin has been a steady presence on the Festival circuit for nearly 2 decades.. Since his first festival performance in 2005 opening for Sawyer Brown as Guitarist / 2nd Vocalist in a Gretchen Wilson Tribute band, Sean began a regular pre - pandemic life on the road performing roughly 200 shows a year all through North America. Recording original music and creating beautifully constructed interpretations of classic Blues and Roots music since 2007, he received a (2014) Maple Blues Nomination for Best New Artist. In 2016 his release “Monkey Brain” received the Juno Nomination for Best Blues Album of the Year and he was recognized by the Toronto Blues Society as Semi Finalist for the Road to Memphis Challenge (2019). In (2020) Sean recorded guitar for the “Lily Pad Bop” by Splash’N Boots featuring Jill Barber which won the Juno Award for Best Children’s Album. During his almost 20 year career Sean has opened for Tinsley Ellis, Jeff Lang, Mel Brown, Steve Strongman, Monkey Junk, Phillip Sayce, Kim Churchill and Sonny Landreth. And as a member of the Dione Taylor Band since (2014) Sean has shared the stage with such Internationally recognized acts as War and Treaty, Colin James, Birds of Chicago, Serena Ryder, MCrary Sisters, Harry Manx, Blind Boy Paxton, Harrison Kennedy, Carl, Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar and Guy Davis. 2024 is proving to be a standout year for Sean as he makes his Ottawa Blues Festival debut and opens for Legendary Guitarist Sonny Landreth in Uxbridge Ontario in July. Sean will be at Kitchener Blues Festival, Festival International du Blues de Tremblant, WayneStock 2024, and will be touring with bassist Scott Fitzpatrick thru Southern Ontario this summer.

Socials

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BigRed.Pinchin/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanpinchin/
Website: https://seanpinchin.ca/ EPK: https://seanpinchin.ca/press

Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Meredith Zhang & Regina Espina (double bill)

Meredith, an up-and-coming songwriter inspired by Adrianne Lenker and Radiohead, is a current Victoria School student focused on performance art.

Regina, a 17-year-old rising star, began performing publicly this year and has quickly made her mark on Edmonton's music scene. Don't miss this incredible showcase of young talent!

Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9321 118 Ave (Alley)
Tickets $10

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

Leesila Dawkins | August 22

Leesila Dawkins' smooth and sultry vocal style exudes elegance and intimacy, embracing listeners in a warm, enveloping soundscape. Leesila is not only a passionate music teacher with Edmonton Public Schools, but also an active supporter and performer in Edmonton's live music scene. Her latest jazz album, Dreamer’s Lounge, showcases her exceptional talent and unique sound, promising a velvety, relaxed listening experience.

Stay tuned to our page for updates!

Participate in a relaxed conversation with Edmonton Police Beat Officers City of Edmonton Bylaw, other special guests and neighbours! Free food & beverage provided.

Join us for a special Artist Trading Card & Art Making event! We are on a mission to revitalize our Little Street Art Gallery Boxes. Come out, create something special, and drop it off at one of our gallery boxes! Free and open to all ages. See you there!

Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Ben Sures

Ben Sures

Ben Sures is a guitar player who tells great stories in song. A natural performer with an instinct for humour and storytelling. Ben Sures writes songs about everything from imaginary rayguns to sandwiches prepared for him by his father when he was a child visiting on weekends. Sures is immersed in the history of roots music, the old traditions informing this contemporary songwriter’s music. His most recent album ‘The Story That Lived Here’ was number one for consecutive weeks on the CKUA radio chart and was in the top ten of the national college charts in Canada.

Sures is a winner of numerous international songwriting contests. He has performed across Canada, in Beirut, Lebanon and Puerto Vallarta Mexico. Ben Sures is also the author of the children’s book ‘The Boy Who Walked Backwards published by The Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre.

www.bensures.com

Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9321 118 Ave (Alley)
Tickets $10

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

Audrey Ochoa | August 15

Audrey Ochoa is a highly regarded and prolific jazz trombone player known for her dedication and innovation in the genre. Her latest album, Frankenhorn (2020), earned her a Western Canadian Music Award, affirming her status as a captivating and original artist. Audrey's earlier works also received significant acclaim; Trombone and Other Delights (2014) topped the !Earshot jazz charts for three weeks, while Afterthought (2017) reached No. 1 on the Canadian jazz charts and broke into the top 20 in the U.S. A prominent figure in the Canadian music scene, Audrey Ochoa combines expertise with a light-hearted approach, continually pushing the boundaries of jazz.

Stay tuned to our page for updates!

Do you find yourself constantly rhyming? Do you like to read and write poetry? Come share at our open mic style poetry night every second Wednesday of each month at 7 pm.

Kaleido Family Arts Festival returns to the Ave on September 13-15, 2024!

Curious about what it’s like to volunteer at the Kaleido Family Arts Festival? Come to one of our upcoming volunteer parties at St. Faith's Park (11714 92 Street ) for the full scoop and sign-up to be part of building community through the arts.

Register to hold your spot and have your $ 5 deposit returned upon arrival.

Due to the smaller venue, we kindly ask that you choose ONE of our two dates:

August 12th at 6:00 pm
August 26th at 6:00 pm

Bring your friends! Receive an extra entry for a Door Prize for each friend you bring who signs up to volunteer! You can also sign up to volunteer online at

All are welcome | Free | Drop In

Join us for a drop in hand drumming circle at the Carrot and learn about the tradition of indigenous drumming from Terry & Christine. One brewed coffee and one cookie are included. All are welcome! *Drums provided

No Open Mic tonight. The Carrot’s Gone to the Hill! We will be closing early at 6:00pm to head to the hill to enjoy Edmonton Folk Festival. See you next Saturday!

Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Marissa K

Marissa K

Marissa K is a vibrant, imaginative singer-songwriter based in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of escapism, Marissa strives to transport her listeners through her songs into a unique, colourful world. She focuses her songwriting on storytelling, as her inspiration comes from her background in performing in dance and theatre. Her music evokes the vitality and nostalgia of songwriters such as Vanessa Carlton and Sara Bareilles, but has a distinctive, theatrical writing style that is all her own. Her original music and covers are piano-driven, paired with her soothing voice and charming personality, and it's guaranteed you'll be taking home a small piece of every performance whether it's singing one of her catchy melodies or humming one of your favourite pop classics.

Instagram | Twitch | Youtube | Facebook

Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9321 118 Ave (Alley)
Tickets $10

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

August 8 | Tony Flanagan

Tony Flanagan’s drumming is a dynamic force creating rhythms that resonate from the heart of Edmonton's vibrant music scene. A graduate of MacEwan University, Tony has quickly become an emerging voice in the jazz world. He is known for his compelling performances at prestigious Alberta venues like the Yardbird Suite, Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, and the Edmonton Jazz Festival, along with his skillful collaborations with established artists like Joel Gray and Jeff Antoniuk. Continuously exploring the art of drumming, Tony infuses his performances with energy and creativity, leaving a lasting impression wherever he plays.

Stay tuned to our page for updates!

Rhonda Young

Gallery Exhibition Date: July 30 - September 1
Opening Reception: August 6, 7pm - 8pm

Artist Bio:

“I observe plants around me and record their vitality through line, colour & composition. I feel an energy from plants and try to convey that energy. I have maintained a regular meditative observational ink drawing and watercolor practice of plants for approximately 15 years. I received an extensive art education, particularly in blind contour drawing, when I was a child at the Edmonton Art Gallery (now Art Gallery of Alberta) and evening classes for adults offered by the University of Alberta Faculty of Extension and the Art Gallery of Alberta. In 1992 I attended Emily Carr College of Art and Design mono print program in Florence, Italy.”

Artist Statement:

Ink and watercolor observations made by me during the summer of 2023 in Edmonton. My favourite flowers: are roses, clematis, foxglove, and nasturtiums. All work is from life. Ink and watercolor on cold press watercolor mounted on cradled wood panels.

Rhonda’s artwork will be on display from July 30 - September 1. Please join us for the opening reception on August 6 at 7 pm.

Join us for a special Artist Trading Card & Art Making event! We are on a mission to revitalize our Little Street Art Gallery Boxes. Come out, create something special, and drop it off at one of our gallery boxes! Free and open to all ages. See you there!

Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Darian King | Jan Baker [Double Bill]

Darian King

Darian King is a singer/songwriter originally from the south east corner of Saskatchewan where Treaty 4 meets Treaty 2, Darian is a proud Métis two-spirit person who began teaching themselves guitar at a young age and started writing their own songs at 15, now many years later they feel songwriting has became their greatest outlet of expression. Indigenous and queer, seeking refuge in a sea of sad little acoustic songs. Since Darian grew up in such a small town as a queer person they never felt like they fit in, Darian is always just trying to create a space where we can all belong together.

Jan Baker

You might think that the clarity and ease with which Jan portrays her message in song comes naturally; it is a gift but Jan has perfected her style through years of training, starting at the age of 13 with private vocal lessons. At the age of 16, Jan was fronting folk groups and singing backup on television specials and at recording studios. Midlife saw Jan performing with Edmonton Musical Theatre and Caviar Drama Players. Jan released her first CD “IN GOOD TIME” in 2007. Family life has always taken precedent in Jan’s life and after some major life incidents in 2007, it has been family first, music second. You may be lucky to catch Jan performing in various group configurations at a folk club or festival, Christmas party or even a coffee shop. Don’t miss out!

Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
94 St & 118 Ave
Tickets $10

Join us for a special edition of Edmonton Jazz Alley, as we take to the street! Join us at our block party and enjoy Jazz while kicking back on 94th Street. Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks. Bring the whole family, kids get in free!

August 1 | The Jeremiah McDade Quartet with special guest Solon McDade

Jeremiah McDade is a Juno Award winning saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger. Jeremiah graduated with high distinction from McGill University’s Jazz Performance program and received a distinguished alumni award from MacEwan University. He frequently tours throughout North America and Europe with his group, The McDades, as well as collaborating and recording with many different artists. As a side man, Jeremiah has performed on five Juno- nominated recordings, amongst dozens of others, as well as performing on multiple film scores. Jeremiah was a featured soloist with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra in 2012, 2014 and 2016 and he performs regularly with big bands in Alberta including the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra and the Calgary Creative Arts Ensemble. Jeremiah teaches saxophone, violin, and wind instruments from around the world privately and as a sessional instructor at MacEwan University.

Instagram | Facebook

Stay tuned to our page for updates!

All are welcome | Free | Drop In

Join us for a drop in hand drumming circle at the Carrot and learn about the tradition of indigenous drumming from Terry & Christine. One brewed coffee and one cookie are included. All are welcome! *Drums provided

Live music starts at 7:00 pm | $10 Cover

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Abraham Lake Singers

From the Bighorn Indian Reserve Treaty 7, Abraham Lake Singers include members of the Chiniki First Nation in Morley Alberta . They are regularly heard at Pow Wows, where their rhythms echo the heartbeat of the land.

Edmonton Jazz Alley

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
9321 118 Ave (Alley)
Tickets $10

Come listen and enjoy the show with beer, wine, bratwurst and tasty snacks.

July 25 | The Jim Findlay Trio

Inspired by folk, blues, jazz, Roma, middle Eastern and flamenco, Edmonton's Jim Findlay Trio have been performing across Alberta for 20 years. Having recorded several albums, the Jim Findlay Trio believe that music reveals never ending opportunities to learn and to discover.

Reverb Nation: jimfindlay
Facebook: Jim Findlay 
Facebook: Spiral Flamenco 

Stay tuned to our page for updates!

July 24: Wool Felting Workshop with Elvira Falconer

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Price: $20 per person
Age: 12+ (15 spots available)

Join us for a fun and relaxing evening where we'll dive into the basics of needle felting! We'll be creating adorable 3-dimensional wool snails using felting needles. No previous experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm!

Our workshop supplies include felting needles, a rainbow of wool roving, and foam stabilizers. Come for a creative and cozy evening filled with laughter and new skills!

Age 12+// Limited spots available // Register today

Scholarships available. Please contact us at (780) 471-1580.

About Elvira Falconer
Elvira’s relationship and gratitude to the land are enchantingly encapsulated in her whimsical wool-felted textile art pieces. She spends many hours in nature among trees and water, capturing their intimate moments by memory or in photographs. She is also a dedicated mistress permaculture artist to her urban food forest in the city of Edmonton, where she was born, and currently lives with her husband and two children.