Spring has sprung and this year’s season has been blessed with the release of some fantastic records that I am personally looking forward to quite a bit. So take a peek at what’s coming out May 4th – a new Broken Social Scene album. Broken Social Scene: Forgiveness Rock Record I love Broken Social Scene…
Check out this poem: Sick, Shel Silverstein “I cannot go to school today,” Said little Peggy Ann McKay, “I have the measles and the mumps, A gash, a rash, and purple bumps. My mouth is wet, my throat is dry, I’m going blind in my right eye. My tonsils are as big as rocks, I’ve…
During the last weeks before exams and the end of school, the fine arts department has defintely been keeping busy with serveral performances occuring at Pearson. A senoir, but possessing no stage show talents, and a fine arts student myself, I was extremely excited when my school hosted a grad talent show, ( to reduce…
When I was looking for a new book to read, I came across one with relatively high review. Despite its strange title, I decided to give it a try. So this time, I’m reviewing “under the wolf, under the dog” This story starts off in Burnstone Grove, a facility for severely troubled youths. There, the…
Do you remember Ritchie Valens? Few weeks ago, I saw the movie “La Bamba” which is deal about Ritchie’s short but succesful biography. I didn’t even know his name. However after I saw that movie, I strongly fall in to his misic’s temptation. Ritchie Valens (Ritchard Steven Vanezuela) was an American singer, songwriter and guitarist.…
The final (official) days of Youth Week 2010 are here! [youtube vtSYeZk08iM] There are still a bunch of events happening this weekend, including LiveStyle: Urban Arts Festival (I heard there’s going to be a 2 on 2 bboy and bgirl battle), One Night Only at the Creative Kids Museum at the Telus World of Science…
Each year, Youth Week Calgary partners with Canadian Blood Services (CBS) for YOUNG BLOODS WEEK, which happens during Youth Week (April 24 – May 2, 2010). During Young Bloods Week, CBS encourages young people (17+) around Calgary to donate their blood to those who need it. Did you know that just by donated a pint…
A few months back we posted an article about Youth Vital Signs. This project is based on Vital Signs which is a report card on the city of Calgary. Youth Vital Signs was open to Youth in Calgary and YAA is proud to announce that the results have been reviewed and the grades have been…
It was on a Saturday night and we’ve decieded to ride the C-Train to Downtwon While it was rainning and windy outside but it was fun and it was a beautiful night
… in 4 minutes! This video claims to pull together the 100 greatest videos of all YouTube history, all in under 4 minutes, and I can assure you it’s worth your time. Yes, you do get Rick Roll’d halfway through, but it’s offset by the amazing display of diversity this world has to offer, as…
If you didn’t already know, Canada is well on its way to having its very own human rights museum. Construction of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) started in 2008 and will open for business in 2012. The museum has stressed the importance of educating young people especially, so it’s only suiting that they’re…
Lovely weather we’re having, eh? But the bright side to this horrid snow in late April is that it stops me (and everyone else really) from taking advantage of the nice weather we just had. Last week, I told you all about senioritis. This week, I’m going to tell you how I’ve been coping with…
Earlier today my friend sent me a message to check out this really cool video, and when she sends something your way, its generally REALLY cool. Today was a video directed by Dennis Liu for Diane Birch’s song “Valentino”. Diane and the crew practiced for weeks to get one perfect single shot. [youtube AMl0T8oNqfE] Pretty…
We’re halfway done Youth Week, and we let you in on what’s happening today, but there’s still tons of events to hit up during the rest of the week (don’t event get me started on the weekend…awesome!). Here’s what’s going on on April 29th: The youth at National Philanthropy Day are spending the day getting inspired on…
Do you like surprises, random objects or presents? If a flying alarm clock or a portable ping pong set is something you would like then the somethingstore might be just for you! Got a calvin klein tie, pretty cool gold color, to give to my muse at christmas..also a sort of funky purse.. not my…