17-year-old Anthony Khem found his passion for dance and he’s been pursuing it ever since. This led to the creation of his own YouTube channels where he does dance covers of some of his favorite artists and also some original work. Hailing from Calgary, he moved to Burnaby to train for dance in order to…
So there I was, walking through the evening rush at Stephen Avenue. People were filtering out of buildings, for it was finally time to go back home and relax with a cup of coffee on that chilly (summer/fall) day. Music resonating in my ears, I stumbled (literally stumbled- I had  tripped on my own feet…
Since winter decided to get a head start before fall came around, I’d figure it’d be slightly appropriate to try and bring out some good points of this premature snowfall. I hope that at least these few points can lighten up your Calgary weather experience. đ Event of the year What other city can say…
As we all know, summer is coming to and end, and winter is approaching (sigh). But, there’s still time to mountain bike! Fortunately, the “summer” hill will be shutting down on Oct. 6, so you still have time. I was introduced to DH mountain biking this year while volunteering at a camp for a few…
It’s rare to come across an artist that is as diverse in his artistry as is Dedos. Vancouver-based Nelson “Dedos” Garcia is an animator, concept artist, and a founding member of the hip-hop group Rascalz. He’s also the recipient of a 2002 Juno award for his album artwork and a seasoned muralist whose artwork can be…
I had the absolute pleasure of seeing many talented artists this year at Xfest. The lineup included rock legend Jack White,  indie band Arctic Monkeys, Death Cab for Cutie, the talented Fitz and the Tantrums, July Talk and many more. The weekend was jammed packed with wild dancing, amazing people, delicious local food and a lot of awesome…
Are you a student entering Grade 6 this year and are searching for ways to enjoy your time? If so, you are eligible for a free membership at the YMCA! Starting Sept 1, Grade 6 students in Calgary can receive a free YMCA membership thanks to a new partnership between The Flames Foundation for Life and…
The title says it all, these are my 3 favorite places to go whenever I’m out in our city. They are all unique, trendy and totally awesome, so go check them out! 1. Via Cibo This Italian “street food” restaurant is the best place to go get some lunch in Calgary! They make awesome Italian…
This year, I had the pleasure of volunteering at GlobalFest, Calgary’s annual fireworks festival. This was my first year at the festival and I can say that this is a must-do for Calgarians during the summer. GlobalFest is a fireworks festival first and foremost, but it is also a celebration of Calgary’s diverse collection of…
I recently went to Phoenix Grill and I will be judging this establishment by three things: The menu, service and food. First, the menu was great, with tons of options ranging from noodles to pizza and meat dishes. I learned from my visit that they also will accommodate towards allergies. Overall, the menu is perfect…
Every year in August, the Eau Claire plaza area gets flooded with people, booths, vendors, and FOOD. That’s because every year in August, the Taste of Calgary takes place! For those who don’t know, the Taste of Calgary is a festival where you buy multiple tickets for $1 each, and then you use these tickets to get…
This past week, I had the wonderful opportunity to sit down and chat with Amanda Calleberg, one of the ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards (YODA) finalists for the leadership category. ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Leadership Award To be given to a youth who has chosen to take a leadership role in bringing positive change…
(Original Image) The Color Run, also known as the Happiest 5k on the Planet, is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality. Now the single largest event series in the United States, The Color Run has exploded since their debut event. They have more than tripled their growth, hosting more than 170 events in 30+…
Sometimes, I just want really good food. Yes, I can go to a chain restaurant and have an enjoyable meal. And yes, my mom isn’t a terrible cook. But I think nearly all of us would not be fulfilled without the occasional culinary splurge. Even though my latest outing to LeVilla was only my second time…
Summers are always full of messy beds and over-worn pajamas. They are full of long naps and heat waves that never fail to disappoint. Well hereâs a relief: an awesome event is on its way, and itâs time to pull out our swimming trunks because Slide the City is coming to Calgary with 1000ft of…