It has been a while since my last posted. I was away for the last while, in Prince George and Vancouver, so for this post I thought I would write about my trip. Shortly after getting on the road we saw a black bear on the side of the road. It was amazing experience. I have seen two black bears before,…
Looking for something to do this weekend? You’ve come to the right place. Need a break from school or just want somewhere to hangout? Well, there’s lots of exciting events happening around the city and I’m here to share them with you. 1. Calgary International Children’s Festival What: An all-ages event for people to participate in a…
The Calgary Food Bank is a non-profit organization that collects food donations and distributes them to those in need. Supported by sponsors and help from the community, the food bank offers relief for people across Canada. I started volunteering at the food bank in January 2014 on Wednesday nights. Although all new volunteers must go…
“I don’t do fashion. I am fashion.” ~Coco Chanel PARK- the non-profit arts and fashion organization- is hosting PARKSHOW on May 23rd in the newest parkade at Chinook Centre, bringing a coastline experience to their guests by transporting them into a serene ocean inspired setting. It will be an evening in paradise. PARKSHOW, Calgary’s most intriguing…
SOTERIA [so-tay-ree’-ah] deliverance, preservation; in an ethical sense, that which concludes to the soul’s safety or salvation. Produced by Mount Royal University’s Artio Choir, Soteria: The Spirit of Persistence, is a whirlwind of a journey that “explores the resilience and unconquerable spirit that drives all of humanity” through different genres of music. With a strong vocal…
Get involved with the community of Calgary this weekend with these extraordinary events! West Coast Swing at the Haysboro Community Centre West Coast Swing is a smooth, cool, sexy style of dancing that allows for improvisation and can be danced to rock, blues, pop, hip-hop, Motown, disco, funk and swing music. Come for a Free…
How many of you know individuals who have quietly battled through a mental illness? How many of those individuals are yourselves? Having a mental illness can be as detrimental to your health just as much as a physical illness can. Your mental health is important and it’s about time the stigma around your unhealthy organ (aka your…
A combination of great food and tasteful music can brighten anyone’s day or simply fulfill a craving for some yummy handmade foods. Calgary’s Cornerstone Music Café offers this great experience to all who step foot inside. The cozy, laid back atmosphere an attraction for young hipsters and elderly couples alike, and aside from the affordable food items, the café also serves customers…
Hopefully by now you’ve all heard of Youth Week. Seriously, it’s a week of discounts, celebrations, and activities for YOUTH in CALGARY. Yep, that’s right. Those little cards we get from school with our picture that most of us loathe, a.k.a. your student ID, can essentially get you VIP access to the city. When I discovered…
Cozy and inviting inside, Big Cheese is a sure hit. There is no denying poutine, a typically French-Canadian dish of fries slathered in beef gravy topped with Quebec cheese curds, is becoming increasingly popular. Several fast food chains have recently added it to their menus, and it’s hard not to notice a number of “poutineries”…
What is it that lure people into coffee shops and keep them in for hours? Is it just the coffee? The people you’re with? The atmosphere? I am guilty of spending too much time and money in coffee shops, and for me, it is all of these things. Whether you are catching up with work, reading a book, or meeting…
“You never know the full story behind the smile that you bring to someone’s face.” – Cristina, 16 & Julie, 17 Come out on Sunday, May 3rd and join us for the last day of Youth Week Calgary at Globe Cinema for a screening of “It’s Kind of a Funny Story” ! Tickets cost only $2, and…
Another weekend, another opportunity to get out the door and explore our incredible city. The weather this weekend is not bad, with possible rain. Food Truck Frenzy When: April 24-25 [11am-7pm] Where: East Village RiverWalk Plaza YYC food trucks are here while the sun shines. This weekend, find live music, giveaways, entertainment, and more. Bring your friends or family to…
Kurios really brought out what it was designed to; it was a cabinet of many curiosities at the hand of a scientist who is trying to bridge the gap between the impossible and the possible, with a few minor, unexpected bumps along the way. Going into the show, I was expecting nothing less than an…
This March, the provincial budget was released. We saw changes to the flat rate income tax, our health care system, gasoline tax, and as always education. Education faced heavy cuts this year, as it did last year and the year before that, and the year before that. You might not be thinking too much about…