[youtube fyMhvkC3A84] For those of you who <3 Coldplay, watching this video will remind you of Strawberry Swing with a 2011 edge! What a brilliant song and video. Check out the new Coldplay single: Every Teardrop is a Waterfall on the YouTube clip above. It’s perfect for summer driving, picnics, daydreaming and holding hands in…
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This is my outfit for those summer days that aren’t so sunny. I did this by layering with a knit cardigan, while keeping my outfit light with a lace top. I also wore skinny jeans, and my black canvas TOMS to achieve this outfit.
Created by two Calgarians, Angel Guerra and Angela Diones, the Market Collective has been a thriving community space that showcases local artists, artisans and musicians. This year was MC’s third year anniversary, yet it was my first time at this two-day event. I was super excited to go on Sunday and was able to see…
These are just some videos from five of my favorite YouTube channels. *NOTE* These are not actually my favorite videos from these channels, just the videos with the least profanity. [youtube HJEfthy1c9k] 1. KassemG (http://www.youtube.com/user/KassemG) — I find it hilarious how the people in California are oblivious to the basic events transpiring in the current world.…
Although it may be extremely nerdy of me to say so, there is nothing better than finishing a life-changing novel and thinking, “Why aren’t we forced to read books like this in English class?” While I agree that “curriculum literature” can sometimes be dry at best, it can be quite effective at opening your mind and expanding your perspective,…
Ah free. I love that word. As most avid gamers probably already know, Valve decided to make Team Fortress 2 free, permanently! Now opting for a microfinance based income source, Valve has indeed released TF2 to the masses on Steam. Link here: www.teamfortress.com TF2 is probably one of the most fun games I’ve ever played,…
Well. For many of us, it’s officially the last week of school. Report cards are being handed out, exams are (finally!!!) ending, and we’re starting to really think about how we’ll fill our time during summer, the best season of all. So I thought I’d put my two cents in! If you’re thinking of getting…
Paris, France. A destination brimming with history, character, excitement, beauty, and namely new experience. The desire to explore such an astonishing locale is generally found within most individuals. Whether it be for the staple of France, The Eiffel Tower, the majesty of the Arc de Triomphe, the refine tastes of the Louvre, or perhaps the exotic yet…
Introducing, potentially, the most versatile camera ever. Lytro is the name given to the newest advancement in cameras; the light field camera. The concept behind this camera is simple. “Shoot first, focus after.” This camera uses light field technology, which is a core concept in imaging science. Light fields describe the amount of light traveling…
One of the most vibrant music and arts festivals in Calgary, Sled Island is something that one cannot afford to miss while living in this city. In its four-day duration, Sled Island offered all kinds of treats for all ages. With over 200 bands (mostly Canadian) playing at 25+ venues in the downtown core, Sled…
The crowd stirred as four young men dressed in fancy-shmancy bath robes stepped onto the stage inside the Cantos building. On June 25, they played some sweet tunes at the Sled Island independent music and arts festival, some of which you can listen to on their website. The venue, which is home to the Cantos…
With the final movie of the Harry Potter series two weeks away, many of us (especially me) have been wondering what will be left for us to look forward to in the incredible world of HP? Well, fellow citizens, worry no longer! This past week, J.K. Rowling gave a very exciting announcement. The term…
This weekend, I volunteered with Youth Volunteer Corps for two amazing projects. First, I helped with building a playground at Prominence Park at Patterson (no alliteration intended) and second, I helped with the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer at Spruce Meadows. I must say, these two projects were probably the most laborious and tiresome projects…
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