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EDMONTON – The Legislative Assembly of Alberta is holding its annual Family Day celebration in the Legislature Building, the Legislature pedway and the Queen Elizabeth II Building Visitor Centre on Monday, February 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Family Day has always been a great reminder to celebrate family, community and connection. What better way to spend it than joining us at the Legislature for a day full of amazing local entertainment,” said the Honourable Ric McIver, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.

The Queen Elizabeth II Building will feature local family-friendly interactive entertainment throughout the day, including magic shows, circus acts and musical and dance performances. The site also offers a LEGO® Zone and the interactive and engaging spaces of the Visitor Centre, including the Borealis Gallery, the Pehonan Theatre, Capital Gifts and the engaging Democracy Discovery Centre. This year will also feature a third activation space, located in the Legislature pedway with roving entertainment and activity centres.

List of performers:

• Magician, Ron Pearson
• Interactive children’s performer, Seeka Sings
• Canadian Grand Master Fiddle Champion, Daniel Gervais
• Youth entertainer, Jojo’s Magic Circus
• High-level jig and contemporary dancers, Tempo Franco Danse

Families can also take part in a directed open house at the Legislature Building, create with Zuma Crafts or join in Storytime with Naomi McIlwraith and Sarah Louise Hudson. As always, all events are free and open to everyone.

On-site parking is limited, and public transit is recommended. For parking and site information, full schedule and additional event details please visit assembly.ab.ca/visit/events/family-day.

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Paige Van Brabant
Communications Consultant
Legislative Assembly of Alberta
Mobile : 587.338.3531
E-mail: paige.vanbrabant@assembly.ab.ca