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If you are interested in sharing at one of 's PechaKucha Nights please email [email protected].

PechaKucha Nights are informal and fun gatherings where creative people get together and share interesting topics following the format of 20 slides x 20 seconds per slide.

01/18/2026

Thank you to our 8 incredible speakers and to all who came out to Pecha Kucha Volume 36.
See you Friday, June 5 for Volume 37!

01/17/2026

Meet Brittany and Ayman. 👋
At Saturday’s Pecha Kucha vol. 36 they will be sharing a talk titled, ‘Why belonging matters for newcomer students’ from their respective positions with the Medicine Hat Public School Division.

Brittany is a Family School Liaison Worker supporting newcomer youth and their families. With a background in political science and social work, she works at the intersection of education, culture, and belonging. Brittany is passionate about providing culturally responsive mental health supports that help bridge differences and strengthen connections.

Ayman is a Cultural Liason Worker supporting newcomer and EAL students and families by building strong connections between schools, communities, and diverse cultural backgrounds. He has an educational background in business management and is currently a social work student. Alongside his professional work, he is an entrepreneur and co-runs a food business. As an immigrant, he is deeply committed to inclusion, social justice, and helping individuals and families feel a strong sense of belonging in Canadian society.

Join us THIS Saturday, January 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required! | beverages available for purchase - bring your cups! 😉

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/15/2026

This is Karen-Anne Cherwonogrodzky. 👋

Karen-Anne was born and raised in Medicine Hat. She has been very active all her life with various work, hobbies, volunteering, and travel. With so many interests and a desire to do a Pecha Kucha talk, it was hard for her to decide on a topic. But having taken on the coordinator position to plan for a big event this May long weekend for the local Rock Club, she decided to promote the club and the event that will bring all the Rock Clubs across Alberta together this summer in Seven Persons for what is called “May Daze 2026.”

Join us at Pecha Kucha vol. 36 to hear from Karen-Anne this Saturday, January 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/14/2026

Have you ever noticed those large, old flour mill buildings off of Kipling and Allowance Ave and wondered, what‘s the history behind those buildings? When were they built, and why did they close down? What’s happening with them now? 🤔

Cannon is a 14-year-old Medicine Hat student and musician, and an incredibly curious person who asked these same questions. After a deep dive into the history of Medicine Hat using the internet and local public resources, they are so excited to share what they’ve learned at Pecha Kucha vol. 36!

This Saturday, January 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/12/2026

Meet Gillian Reimer. 👋
In the summer of 2024 she and her husband became parents overnight when they adopted a baby boy under unique circumstances. During her Pecha Kucha talk, Gillian will take us through their decade long infertility journey and will describe how grief, wild coincidences, and a tiny mended heart took them from “why us?” into “we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

Join us to hear from Gillian and a great line up of other community speakers during Pecha Kucha vol. 36 | Saturday, January 17 @ 7:30 pm | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/10/2026

🌼 This is Tomo. 🌺
Tomo Ingalls was born and raised in Japan and immigrated to Canada in 2001. After many years devoted to raising her children and family, she pursued ceramics as a professional practice. She trained as a production potter and ceramic technician in New Brunswick before moving west to complete a Master of Fine Arts at Alberta University of the Arts. She currently works at Medalta as the Residency Coordinator.

Join us to hear from Tomo and a full line up of great community speakers during Pecha Kucha vol. 36 | Saturday, Jan 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/09/2026

This is Scott Mastel. 👇
Scott will be speaking at Pecha Kucha vol. 36 with a presentation titled, 'From driving tanks in Afghanistan to becoming a Mental Health Therapist - how to survive radical change.'

Scott is a husband and father to a son and daughter. He grew up in Medicine Hat and is a Registered Social Worker currently working as a Mental Health Therapist. He works primarily with people who have been involved in domestic violence. In the past he has also worked with youth who struggled with addiction. Prior to his career in the helping field, he served as a soldier in the Canadian Armed Forces for 9 years and earned the rank of Master Corporal. Going from combat operations in Afghanistan, and then straight to college presented a number of significant challenges for Scott. He will talk about what was helpful for him to endure these challenges and discuss how anyone can cultivate a mentality of enjoying life rather than just simply existing in it.

Saturday, January 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/08/2026

Meet Krystal. 👋
She’s speaking at Pecha Kucha vol. 36 with a talk entitled, ‘Reconnecting to Play: The Benefits of Not Acting Your Age!’

Krystal is a Registered Social Worker at the Medicine Hat Public Library. She loves her role in community social work, and is passionate about providing the opportunity for folks to access supports with dignity and autonomy. She has a background in early learning education, play skill assessment, non-profit board roles, and is a fierce play advocate. She will talk about her programming journey at the Library, some of the science behind the power of play, and the benefits of having a play practice.

Saturday, January 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

01/07/2026

This is Chris Humphries and he loves adventure! 🤙
His latest and biggest adventure had him hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) for six continuous months in 2025. Chris says, “it was an unreal experience to step away from the hustle and bustle and just be outside, soaking in all that Mother Nature could provide. Life is an amazing thing, and it’s so much better off the couch!”

Join us to hear about Chris’ 162 days on the PCT during Pecha Kucha vol. 36 | Saturday, January 17 @ 7:30 pm | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | suggested donation of $5 | tickets not required!

: Medicine Hat Public Library

01/05/2026

Our first Pecha Kucha Night of the new year is on January 17 and we're kicking off the year with an INCREDIBLE line up of speakers!

Join us to hear from:
⭐️ a social worker who is reconnecting adults with play
🧩 a soldier who served in Afghanistan and is now a mental health therapist
🤱 a mother who became a parent overnight through adoption
🥾 a hiker who spent 162 days on the Pacific Crest Trail
📍 a curious teenager who will give us a history of the mills in Medicine Hat
👋 Hatters who have tips for creating a strong sense of belonging for our newcomers
🎨 two artists.

Saturday, January 17 | 7:30 PM | Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre | $5 suggested donation | NO tickets required! First come, first seated - doors open @ 7 PMave

09/21/2025

Thanks to everyone who came to Pecha Kucha volume 35. It was a lovely night of building community. A big thank you to the 9 brave speakers who shared their stories.

The next Pecha Kucha in Medicine Hat will be Saturday, January 17, 2026.

09/19/2025

❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️ TICKET ALERT ❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️

IF YOU CANNOT GET TICKETS TO TOMORROW'S PK

We will have extra seats available.
Tickets have run out online, but we will have extra seating options for the event, either in the balcony or in our studio theater so please still plan on attending even if you don't have tickets.

To those who have tickets and know you cannot make it. Please drop tickets off at the Esplanade Guest Services desk between 12-5 PM Friday or Saturday, it would be greatly appreciated.

SEE YOU TOMORROW 😁🤩☺️

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