The fun stuff. Calgary has a ton of amazing stuff that happens in our city. Reviews of new movies, or albums, art shows or news about sports.
Where acrobatics, bodies, skills, strength and lights diffuse into a overlapping and continuous whole, C!rca comes from Brisbane, Australia, a celebration of the limitless possibilities of the human imagination fused with the innovative expression of the human body pushed to the extreme. A vigorous and challenging art form, these performers captivate audiences through a stunning, delightful, and…
Picture from interviewmagazine.com We often hear of stories from rags to riches, from the garage to the world stage, from musicians who have made a big impact in the world of audible art. Yet rarely do I come across an artist as inspirational to me as Melody Gardot. Melody was born in New Jersey in…
Remember the DJ I talked about last time, Masa. Well, now he just got a brand new mix of k-pop in 2010. This time he mixed 60 songs together in one, itsn’t that amazing? [youtube Zz2Fgdbj9lc] Here is the list of songs that are featured. 2AM – Like Crazy 2PM – I’ll Be Back 2NE1…
A recent audition on American Idol Season 10 touched the hearts of many. Chris Medina, a 26-year old male came into the audition room to sing for his fiancée, Juliana Ramos. They have been together for eight years and engaged for almost three years. After their engagement, they planned to get married two years after.…
Primal Grounds Cappuccino Bar and Eatery (click here to see their website) is located 3003 – 37 Street SW (37 street near Richmond Road). I was fortunate enough to get a gift certificate to Primal Grounds to review it, and since my visit, I’ve been hooked on Primal Grounds. Why? The Mac and Cheese As…
After reading this book, I often wondered if I read the same “The Lovely Bones” that everyone else is talking about. Because to be honest, my opinion greatly differs from that of the majority. Basically, this is a story about a girl who was violated, murdered and now in heaven. but she is restricted to…
[youtube xbpcu3C1PQQ] This weeks AMV of the day is Requiem for the God Emperor by rini10010 from YouTube. Coldplay’s Viva La Vida goes together perfectly with the character of Lelouch Vi Britannia, the character labeled as the Emperor for the AMV. Through his story and its development and his ascent to the Britannian Throne as…
A magnificent jewel that can be found in the heart of the vibrant community of Calgary is Calgary Opera, a company that enriches the lives of many Calgarians through their amazing productions of timeless classics and modern performances. Calgary Opera is committed to showcasing and developing great Canadian talent and new opera works. The evening’s…
Many of you may be unaware of this but a new fashion trend coming up for the spring and summer are feathers that are used as a feature on accessories. Whether they are real or synthetic, they are definitely a fit for the bohemian-chic look towards the warmer weather. Here are a few examples: A…
McGill; colloquially nicknamed “Harvard of the North.” McGill University boasts one of the strongest academics of any university in Canada. It boasts an enrollment of over 35,000 students on a campus located in Montreal, Quebec. For many, it is the pinnacle of academic excellence and achievement in Canada. With numerous decorated faculty, a vivid student community…
Joshua Jay doesn’t do magic tricks; he does magic effects. The mystifying magic Joshua Jay does is simplistic, modern and amazing. Right in front of an interactive crowd, Joshua Jay literally has created his own brand of “magic” that transforms spectators to be participants, for it be fun and engaging, and most of all, he…
When reading countless novels I look for those that stand out and show not only strong growth in character but also a more realistic way for “normal” people to develop. “Normal” referring to all us Muggles who don’t live in a world of fantasy. I hold nothing against fantasy novels but a novel where reality…
Today’s Video of the Day brings you an unusual animated story about love. An astronaut risks his life to bring two aliens closer together. I think I have space dust in my eye. [youtube MnA4u9CaK7A] Let’s just hope the relationship doesn’t turn out to be rocky.
Jeff Buckley is one of my personal favourite artists. Before his untimely death in 1997 he wrote many hauntingly beautiful songs. Although he did not write the following song, “Hallelujah” was a perfect symbol of his undeniable talent and passion. [youtube y8AWFf7EAc4]
Check out our BRAND NEW video for Youth Week Calgary, happening April 23 – May 1, 2011. [youtube gFTwGv5yzUo] What is Youth Week? Youth Week is based on an international initiative which acknowledges, celebrates and advocates youth empowerment, achievement and involvement throughout the year. From April 23 – May 1, 2011, Calgary communities, agencies and businesses…