Poetry in Motion
Poetry in Motion
Take a ride on an ICE bus during October to read the literary works of the Airdrie Public Library’s Poetry in Motion contest winners, Sholley Powell and Radwan Matar.
The two winning poems and four shortlisted poems were announced at the Voice and Vision event hosted by the Airdrie Public Library on September 28, 2019. The Poetry in Motion contest took place in the summer of 2019; poets could submit three separate poems, with a maximum of 11-lines and were blind-judged by Weyman Chan.
Public Art Policy
Public Art Policy
The City of Airdrie recognizes that public art contributes to a healthy quality of life for its residents. There are a number of examples of public art in the city from the Canada 150 Legacy Project, the Totem Poles in Gwacheon Park, the Centennial Sphere in front of City Hall to the Out of the Blue stained glass installation at Genesis Place.
To assist with the selection and acquisition of public art in the community, the City of Airdrie is guided by the City of Airdrie Public Art policy.
Arts facilities
Bert Church Live Theatre
Airdrie’s premier performing arts facility offers affordable entertainment in an intimate venue. The 377 seat facility provides audiences with a unique opportunity to experience world renowned performers in a local setting.