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The Beatles in Strathmore 2015: 55 Plus Games Proud to Present Britain’s Finest
The 55 Plus Summer Games organizers are proud to be presenting Britain’s Finest, a Beatles tribute band, on June 20, 2015. “We were looking for a top notch band for the games and their name came up and after seeing them on YouTube we’re sold they are awesome,” said Linda Storkson, a volunteer and fundraising…
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Come to Oilfields High Tomorrow for Shrek, the Musical!
Senior Drama at Oilfields is bringing Shrek, the Musical to Black Diamond tomorrow! 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 before…
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Results from High River Mural Survey
High River, AB: The Town’s Mural Ad Hoc Committee organized a short survey in April regarding the proposed design of two new murals for the community. Approximately 600 surveys were completed online and through paper submissions at public events throughout the month. “We were very pleased to see how many people took time from…
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From My Bookshelf ~ For the Love of Books: Featuring Gabrielle Zevin and Will Schwalbe
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Local Artists to Create Calgary’s Largest Yarn-Bombing
On June 9th, 2015 the Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF), in collaboration with This is My City Art Society (TMC), will unveil Calgary’s largest yarn bombing as a kickoff to celebrate the beginning of its newest affordable housing build! CHF has purchased a home that has been slated for demolition; in its place, a brand new,…
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University to Grant Canadian Music Icon Ian Tyson Honorary Degree
The University of Lethbridge Senate is pleased to announce its fourth 2015 Honorary Degree recipient – Canadian music icon Ian D. Tyson. “It’s very exciting to have one of our country’s foremost musicians and entertainers accept our offer of an honorary degree,” says University of Lethbridge Chancellor Janice Varzari. “His music has long reflected the…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Stevie Wonder To Perform at Calgary Stampede
Stevie Wonder to perform his only Alberta concert at the 2015 Virgin Mobile Stampede Concert Series Calgary (Alberta) – The Calgary Stampede and Stampede Concerts Inc. are very excited to announce that Stevie Wonder will headline the final night of the 2015 Virgin Mobile Stampede Concert Series. Wonder, a twenty-five time Grammy-Award-winner and one of…
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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…
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2015 WCMA Nomination for Lucas Chaisson
Singer/Songwriter Lucas Chaisson was excited to learn this week that he has received a 2015 WCMA nomination for “Roots Solo Recording of the Year”. Lucas’ recently released his new recording, Telling Time, which made its debut at #2 on the CKUA Charts and has remained on the Top 30. Produced by Grammy winner Colin Linden,…
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From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Sean Michaels and Lily King
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Rob Ford: will Toronto’s former Mayor become a pop star?
(Toronto) Former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford recently recorded vocals for “Not My Time”— a song in support of the fight against cancer. Joining Ford on this recording are 11 indie singers from Spectra Talent Contest – a multicultural and LGBTA inclusive showcase, and a division of the Rainbow Association of Canadian Artists (RACA). “Two…
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Okotoks Museum & Archives Presents Fields of Dreams and A Sustainable Society
Fields of Dreams: Our Farming History Saturday, May 2nd to Saturday, October 10th, 2015 The indelible spirit and unwavering determination of early farmers and homesteaders will be celebrated in this exhibit which will focus on the early farming history of the Okotoks area. The exhibit opens in the spring, just in time for planting…
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