Category: Events

  • Wordfest Announces Indigenous Voices Series at 20th Festival

    Wordfest Announces Indigenous Voices Series at 20th Festival

    Drew Hayden Taylor, Richard Van Camp and Aaron Paquette Among Artists to Appear in Expanded Indigenous Voices Series at 20th Wordfest Calgary, AB – In celebration of its anniversary year, Wordfest is presenting a dedicated Indigenous Voices Series featuring renowned artists from First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities at the 20th Festival, October 13-18, 2015. Drew…

  • High Country Rural Crime Watch Meeting Tonight

    Everyone is invited to attend tonight’s Meeting with the High Country Rural Crime Watch Association, the M.D. of Foothills Emergency Management and our partners who responded to the recent April 2015 Fire events in our area.

  • Diamond Valley: Project Green Day is Tomorrow, Saturday May 23rd

    Diamond Valley: Project Green Day is Tomorrow, Saturday May 23rd

    The Towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley are asking volunteers to come out and help with Project Green Day on Saturday, May 23 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Both communities will be spruced up for the summer, thanks to this annual event. We will be looking for volunteers to help plant trees on…

  • Library Hosting Second Newcomers Meeting…..it’s just not for those new to our community

    Library Hosting Second Newcomers Meeting…..it’s just not for those new to our community

      Second (in the series of 3) Newcomers Meeting is happening at the Library TONIGHT at 7 pm. New to Turner Valley/Black Diamond area? Looking for volunteer opportunities or new friends with whom to explore bird watching, hiking, travel, movies or summer outings? Guest speakers tonight will focus on summer special events such as the…

  • Canadian Angus National Convention coming to Calgary

      Canadian Angus National Convention Will Feature Industry Leaders and Producers From Across Canada ROCKY VIEW, AB – The 2015 Canadian Angus National Convention will be held in Calgary, Alberta, June 4 through June 6. National Convention includes the Annual General Meeting for the Canadian Angus Association (CAA) coupled with tours, events and hospitality amongst…

  • Oilfields High School: Shrek, the Musical

    Oilfields High School: Shrek, the Musical

      Senior Drama at Oilfields is bringing Shrek, the Musical to the community next week. Show dates are May 26th, 27th, 28th, and 29th; daily matinee curtain time is 10:30 am, and evening performances on the 28th and 29th begin at 7pm. Matinees, $2 and evenings $5, tickets available at the door. House opens 30 minutes…

  • Wordfest Youth Program Introduces the Authors and Illustrators for 2015

    Wordfest Youth Program Introduces the Authors and Illustrators for 2015

      Wordfest Youth brings writers from across Canada and around the world in contact with young readers at fun, educational events that promote a love of reading and a deeper appreciation of the written word. The 20th annual Wordfest runs October 13-18, 2015, in Calgary and the Bow Valley. Participants encounter funny stories, sad stories…

  • Jumpstart Day in Okotoks

    May 30, 2015 is Jumpstart Day at the Canadian Tire in Okotoks. Stop by and show your support! Jumpstart Charities gives kids a sporting chance. Participating in sport helps kids develop physical and social skills. It helps build self-esteem. By helping kids get into the game, we’re equipping them with determination. And we’re giving them…

  • An Afternoon Tea Between Friends

    An Afternoon Tea Between Friends

      Calgary, AB  – On Sunday, May 24, 2015, Between Friends will present an elegant new occasion for all to enjoy. This fundraising event will have the makings of a classic 19th Century Tea along with some wonderful modern day activities. This Alice in Wonderland Garden Party themed event will be hosted by Jill Belland of Breakfast Television…

  • Foothills Skating Club Raising Funds for Wheelchair Lift at Oilfields Arena

    Foothills Skating Club Raising Funds for Wheelchair Lift at Oilfields Arena

    The Foothills Skating Club is organizing an event to take place June 6th at the Turner Valley Legion with entertainment by Haggis! This event is raising funds to install a wheelchair lift into the stands at the Oilfields Arena. We are looking for local businesses to donate items for a silent and live auction. If…

  • Upcoming Priddis Community Organizations Fundraisers

    Upcoming Priddis Community Organizations Fundraisers

      Priddis Community Association Fundraising Gala Saturday, May 23, 2015, 7:00 pm, at the Priddis Community Hall You are invited to attend an evening with a “Fun Casino” as entertainment (18+ only).  Your $30 Ticket includes: first round of funny money, late lunch and entry door prizes.  Also featured: cash bar, silent auction and funny…

  • Mother Runs to Save Eyesight

    Mother Runs to Save Eyesight

      Like any mom, Norma Bastidas would move mountains if she could to help her child. Eight years ago, Norma’s oldest son Karl was diagnosed with an eye condition that doctors told her would cause him to go blind. Norma was helpless to do anything to save his vision. She took up running as a…

  • Project Green Day – May 23rd, 2015 Black Diamond & Turner Valley

    Project Green Day – May 23rd, 2015 Black Diamond & Turner Valley

    The Towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley are asking volunteers to come out and help with Project Green Day on Saturday, May 23 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Both communities will be spruced up for the summer, thanks to this annual event. We will be looking for volunteers to help plant trees on…

  • Okotoks Soap Box Derby June 6th – Sponsors Needed

    Okotoks Soap Box Derby June 6th – Sponsors Needed

    Soapbox Derby is fast approaching (June 6th), and we are getting a little desperate for some sponsorship of carts.  We have about 17 kids, hoping to enter, but need someone to sponsor them. Please go to Carstar and fill in a sponsorship form, and they will connect you with a child.  If you want to…

  • Bluerock Gallery Presents Fred Stenson’s “Who by Fire” Book Event

    Bluerock Gallery Presents Fred Stenson’s “Who by Fire” Book Event

    Join us Sunday, May 17, from 1 – 4pm and meet Fred Stenson, local author of prize-winning historical fiction. Fred will read from his newest book “Who by Fire” at 1:00, and following the reading will be available for signing books. Fred Stenson writes in several genres, including fiction, non-fiction and film.  His most recent novel, Who By…