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.
Sometime around April 1996, the Academy of American Poets declared April as the National Poetry Month. This month is made in order to remind the public that poets contain a powerful role that’s meant to be played in society’s cultural aspects. High levels of participation are meant to be present thus, I’ll be sharing a…
We all know big K-pop names such as BTS, Blackpink, and Stray Kids, but there are countless other talented yet not widely known Korean musical artists. With the rapid spread of K-pop in western countries, people have become more open towards listening to music in another language. This is a great way to experience new…
Since I was little I have been talking about getting a tattoo, so naturally I got my first one as soon as I could. I was 16 years old, which some tattoo parlors allow if the parent is present. I chose something that was very meaningful to me, so I still like what I got,…
As you may know, people around the world fast from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan. This means that no food or water can be consumed during the daytime. Despite this physical challenge, many athletes who follow Islam fast while training and competing. Some athletes also practice intermittent fasting, which is a method…
Spanish Bullfighting is one of the most traditional activities and events in Spain, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, France, and Portugal. The event consists of a performance by the “torero,” a highly trained bullfighter, and the “toro,” a large bull. What is Spanish Bullfighting? “La Corrida de Toros,” Spanish Bullfighting, has been one of the oldest…
It all comes down to what you will actually like and feel comfortable playing when choosing the ideal instrument for you. You should also choose an instrument that will drive you to improve. Consider some of these questions before committing to an instrument to help you make your decision. What musical styles do you enjoy?…
Brief Summary: A wild animal seeks to find its true self; Mr. Fox finds himself stuck in between identities in which he cannot choose which one to favor more than the other. He steals chicken as living, hiding this secret behind his wife and son. Conflict of the farmers and relationship between resident animals, Mr.…
Ever since I was young, I have adapted my stride to keep up with my older brother and dad, both of whom are taller than 6 ft. So naturally, whether I’m at school or the mall, my biggest pet peeve is when people, who can walk fast, strolling lazily to their destination at the pace…
Now our community is starting to change like it was before COVID 19. Here are some concerts coming up in April in the YYC area! For more information please visit this website: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/discover/concerts/calgary Conan Gray: CONAN GRAY North American Tour 2022 with special guest Bulow April 4, 2022 / Monday / 7pm Line up:…
Our voices. Words. Sentences. Melodies. A scrawl of characters on a page. Our voices. They are a tool by which we can shape the world around us. They give us power and meaning and the opportunity to share our stories. They are the way by which we protest the greatest injustices, the way…
My older brother is graduating this year. Watching him make important college decisions has got me reminiscing about our past childhood together. Here is a piece of creative writing I wrote in light of my memories. To Rob: Remember when we used to ride our bikes in the summer time? Mom and Dad would stroll…
When it comes to some of the world’s most famous cities, some big names that come to mind may include Paris, New York, London, L.A., and many others from across the world. Diving deeper into Canada specifically, people may think of Toronto, Montreal, or Vancouver. However, in recent decades, Calgary seems to be on the…
I recently watched the movie Adrift, starring Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin. It’s a beautiful movie with a shocking twist ending, although the most shocking part is that it is actually based on a real story. Tami Oldham was an adventurous soul and spent her life traveling. She met her fiancé, Richard Sharp, while they…
“I use emotion for a few, and reason for many.” – Adolf Hitler Hitler is one of the cruellest men known to mankind. He and his Nazis killed approximately 16.3 million people. Although events today have thankfully not reached the extent of the deeds of dictators like Hitler or Stalin, it’s important to consider that…
Night on Earth realizes the unnoticed secrets and systems that occur as the world turns dark. It’s a six – piece nature documentary series, each with its own central theme and location. With stunning, unique visuals and magically poetic commentary, Night on Earth blew me away. Why Night on Earth? From Night until Sunset, in…