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Marney Delver Featured in Art Gallery in Macleod MP’s Ottawa Office
May 8, 2015 – Ottawa, Ontario Macleod MP John Barlow has invited artists and photographers from across his riding to submit their work to be included in the Foothills Gallery, an exhibit area in his Ottawa office which features the work of local artisans. As of May 2015, Ms. Marney Delver is the new artist featured…
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The Yummy Adventures of Celia and Cedric

These memories stay with the children throughout their lives. VANCOUVER, Canada (PRWEB) – When it comes to building parent-child and grandparent-child connections, two activities are integral: reading books and sharing meals. Lucky for everyone, “The Yummy Adventures of Celia and Cedric,” a first-of-its-kind children’s “read and bake” book series launching May 1, 2015 combines both…
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New Filming Location for Fargo TV Series on May 6th

High River, AB: Fargo S2 Productions Inc. will be in High River until May 8 to film the season’s final episodes of the television series Fargo airing on the FX network. A last-minute filming location is required in addition to what the Town has previously announced. The new scene will be filmed in front of…
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Oilfields High School: Musical Theatre and Travel Club Fundraisers

Senior Drama presents “Shrek, the Musical” 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 7 pm. Matinees, $2 and evenings $5, tickets available at the door. Appropriate for all ages. Travel Club: Spolumbo Fundraiser We have…
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Oilfields High School Book Sale Held Over

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High River’s Heaven Can Wait Online Auction

Heaven Can Wait is holding our first online auction to help support the ongoing care of our animals. With the scope and crisis of the Milk River dogs, local artist Kari Martin has spearheaded this fundraising effort by producing 8 original pieces of art depicting each of the dogs who came into our care. Additional…
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From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Richard North Patterson and Sarah McCoy

By Lynn Willoughby In the Name of Honor ~ Richard North Patterson This is a legal thriller where most of the action takes place in a courtroom. Lt Brian McCarran is on trial for murder and adultery. Both criminal acts in the military. I’m not usually a fan of courtroom drama, but the military component…
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Plan to Visit High River this May

Emerson Lake to be restocked with fish The Government of Alberta, in conjunction with the Alberta Conservation Association, will soon be restocking Emerson Lake with fish. The lake will be restocked with: 600 Brown Trout the first week of May 2,500 Rainbow Trout by May Long Weekend Please note that a valid Alberta sportfishing…
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Fargo TV Series Returning to High River to Film Season Finale

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The Library is Your Source for Free e-Resources

A recent patron survey conducted at the Sheep River Library in Turner Valley revealed that 25% of respondents either did not use or did not know about the e-resources available through the library. The library held an e-resource open house on March 21st to introduce patrons to this wonderful service. Sheep River Library offers…
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Horses Jump to Give a Leg Up 2015

Spruce Meadows is proud to announce that last year’s hugely popular Horses Jump to Give a Leg up initiative is back for another colourful season! In partnership with the Calgary Sun and Conoco Phillips, Spruce Meadows celebrates its 40th Anniversary by giving back to the community and its vitally important charities, foundations and Not-For-Profit…
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Member of Parliament John Barlow announces support for the Willow Creek Gathering
Federal Funding Supports Celebration of Western Canadian Cowboy Heritage Stavely, Alberta – The Government of Canada has provided the Willow Creek Cowboy Poetry and Music Society with $2,000 in funding through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program in support of the 15th edition of the Willow Creek Gathering. John Barlow, Member of Parliament…
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Town seeks feedback on designs for new murals

High River, AB: The Town’s Mural Ad Hoc Committee is looking for High River residents of all interests and age groups to complete a short survey regarding the proposed design of two new murals for the community. The Town of High River has received grant funding from the Calgary Foundation to create the new…
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From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Alice Hoffman and Ann-Marie MacDonald

By Lynn Willoughby The Museum of Ordinary Things ~ Alice Hoffman Coralie is the daughter of The Professor, a dark, sinister, tyrannical master of a freak show on Coney Island in the early 1900s. Coralie is the “Mermaid” who performs daily alongside the Wolfman, the Butterfly Girl, a one hundred year old turtle, plus other…
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Turner Valley School News: PYSANKY

Grade 3 and 3/4 participated in a hands-on study of the Ukraine Easter traditions making Pysanky before Spring Break. Pysanky is a Ukrainian Easter egg, decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs using a wax-resist (batik) method. The designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax using a tool called a kiska.

