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Watch this space for information on upcoming Congress events</p> </div> </div> <div class="box mb-xl"> <h2 class="small-heading box-heading mb-xl border-btm w-100">Living a Creative Life Congress 2024</h2> <div class="card card--event-lp-featured-post columns"> <div class="column is-5"> <div class="thumb-container xl-thumb"> <a href="https://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/living-a-creative-life/events/living-a-creative-life-congress/living-a-creative-life-congress-2024/" title="View Living a Creative Life Congress 2024"> <img width="640" height="430" src="https://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/lacl-LACL-Congress.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/lacl-LACL-Congress.jpg 662w, https://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/lacl-LACL-Congress-300x202.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /> </a> </div> </div> <div class="column is-6 is-flex is-align-items-center "> <div class="card-excerpt mb-xl"><p class="x_MsoNormal"><b>Registration is now open for our annual Living a Creative Life Congress on December 4 & 5, 2024.</b></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">The 2024 Living a Creative Life Congress focuses once again on Art for Social Change and continues to probe the question: </span><i><span data-contrast="none">How might artists lead the way to a more equitable, inclusive and accessible city where everyone belongs?</span></i><span data-contrast="none">  This year we are exploring that question through the lens of our city’s new branding, </span><strong><a href="https://blue%20sky%20city/"><i>Blue Sky City</i></a></strong>, <span data-contrast="none">as we look at ways Calgary can live up to the promise and potential of truly being a blue-sky city. </span><b><i><span data-contrast="none"> </span></i></b><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Get inspired, hear about some of the amazing work being done by Calgary artists, exchange ideas and possibly find new collaborators for future projects. If that’s not enough, we invite you to enjoy some good food as well! An online option is available for those who can’t attend in person.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">The congress runs from 12:30pm on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 through to 5pm on Thursday, December 5. In addition to panel discussions and break-out sessions, we are excited to welcome award-winning writer and speaker </span><a href="https://jesse%20wente/"><span data-contrast="none">Jesse Wente</span></a><span data-contrast="none"> to </span><span data-contrast="none">inspire us </span><span data-contrast="none">on the evening of December 4. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">You are invited to attend the entire congress, some of the daytime sessions or just the </span><span data-contrast="none">evening session with Jesse Wente</span><span data-contrast="none">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><b><span data-contrast="none">Accessibility</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">General accessibility information is listed below. If you have accessibility needs, please contact Cherie McMaster at </span><span data-contrast="none">cherie.mcmaster</span><a href="https://calgaryartsdevelopment.com/"><span data-contrast="none">@calgaryartsdevelopment.com</span></a><span data-contrast="none"> to discuss support options. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Information about accessibility at the Central Public Library can be found </span><a href="https://www.calgarylibrary.ca/read-learn-and-explore/central-library/building-accessibility/"><span data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-contrast="none">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Much of our event takes place in the Patricia A. Whelan Performance Hall, but some of the breakout sessions will occur in meeting rooms either in the basement or on the 3</span><span data-contrast="none">rd</span><span data-contrast="none"> floor of the library. Elevators are cramped but available. Online attendees will be able to watch the live-streamed event in the Hall and attend a facilitated virtual breakout to engage attendees on Art for Social Change themes. There will be sharebacks on the second day, after workshops, to help all get a sense of the different rooms’ conversations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We are reserving seating in the first three rows of the theatre which is </span><span data-contrast="auto">accessible, easy to navigate, and can be reached via elevator.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> There will also be breakout sessions in the theatre space </span><span data-contrast="auto">for those with mobility challenges</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Meals will be made available close to </span><span data-contrast="auto">this </span><span data-contrast="auto">accessible seating area. </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":257}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">ASL Interpretation will be provided for all sessions in the theatre. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">A quiet space is available for decompressing. Art therapists are on hand to hold space for calming activities or to support your emotional and mental well-being.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><b><span data-contrast="none">Food Options</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">There will be a place on the registration form to add any food sensitivities or allergies and to let us know if you require a vegetarian or vegan meal. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><b><span data-contrast="none">Wearing a Mask</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">As there has been a rise in COVID and flu cases, we request that if you are feeling unwell you do not attend in person. No one will question you if you are wearing a mask at our event. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><b><span data-contrast="none">Getting to our event and Parking</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">The Central Library is located at 800 3 Street SE, directly east of City Hall.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Public bike racks are located on all sides of the building, and bus routes stop on 3 Street SE and on 9 Avenue SE. The closest CTrain stop is City Hall, on both the Red and Blue lines.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">There is parking in the City Hall parkade, paid parking lots on the east side of the Library, and paid street parking in the East Village. </span><a href="https://the%20cpa%20lot%2055%20has%20all%20day%20parking%20for%20$10/"><span data-contrast="none">The CPA Lot 55 has all day parking for $10</span></a><span data-contrast="none">. There are accessible parking spots directly beside the Library</span><span data-contrast="auto"> which can then be accessed by elevator; this elevator is monitored during open hours if you require further assistance. </span><span data-contrast="none">We ask that all participants respect the accessible parking signs and do not use one of those spots unless needed. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559685":0,"335559737":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">You can also find the Central Library on the </span><a href="https://pedesting.com/">Pedesting app</a><span data-contrast="none">, to help you find the best indoor and outdoor routes through downtown and the East Village.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>When: </strong>December 4 & 5, 2024<br /> <strong>Location: </strong>Central Public Library (online 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