Tag: Arts & Entertainment

  • Sheep Creek Arts Council Helps Four Young People Reach for their Dreams

    Sheep Creek Arts Council Helps Four Young People Reach for their Dreams

    Submitted by Muriel Dais The Sheep Creek Arts council directors are very pleased to announce the names of the two recipients of scholarships. In 2014, the amount in each scholarship was raised to one thousand dollars. Applications from outstanding students were received. Kathlene (Katie) Campbell, daughter of Shirley Campbell of Black Diamond, graduated from Oilfields…

  • Longview Library: It’s Beginning to Look Alot Like Christmas

    Longview Library: It’s Beginning to Look Alot Like Christmas

    The Longview Library has some very special events arranged for the Longview School children to celebrate the Christmas season. On November 18, AM, the children in Grades 3 & 4 will be making Candy Cane Mice and Snowmen Pencils. In the afternoon, it will be the Grades 5 & 6’s turn. On November 20, AM,…

  • The Scotiabank Giller Prize is Awarded Tonight

    The Scotiabank Giller Prize is Awarded Tonight

    Deepa Mehta, Yannick Bisson and David Usher to Join Kim Coates, Jessica Paré and Naomi Klein as Presenters at the 2014 Scotiabank Giller Prize Gala JUNO Award-nominated classical pianist Jan Lisiecki will perform at the gala broadcast The 2014 Scotiabank Giller Prize will be broadcast on CBC Television at 9 p.m. (10 p.m. AT /…

  • Okotoks is Making it Fun to Shop Locally this Holiday Season!

    Okotoks is Making it Fun to Shop Locally this Holiday Season!

    Olde Towne Passport Program Nov 21 to December 31, 2014 Head down to Olde Towne Okotoks and take part in the Christmas Passport Program! Shop in Olde Towne Okotoks for a chance to win a $1000 shopping spree! With each $10 purchase at a participating store, receive one stamp. When your passport has 10 stamps,…

  • Library Partnership Generates $1M for Children’s Literacy

    Library Partnership Generates $1M for Children’s Literacy

    A unique made-in-Calgary community partnership was announced on October 1 by the Calgary Public Library Foundation, a proud Alberta’s Promise partner. Made possible with more than $1 million in investment of money and in-kind contributions, Calgary Public Library’s “It’s Not a Crime to Read” program has been able to reach more than 10,000 kids through…

  • Christmas Elves to Descend on George Lane Park

    Christmas Elves to Descend on George Lane Park

    George Lane Park is going to be decorated with lights starting this Saturday. Thanks to the High River Rotary club for funds and Fortis Alberta for man power the lights will be strung. Along with the lights will be some Christmas scenes to get visitors in the spirit of the season. It should all be…

  • Christmas in the Greenhouse

    Christmas in the Greenhouse

    Remember that wonderful greenhouse on main street in Turner Valley? Well, it’s still in town and open with some wonderful handmade Christmas gifts and decor. The greenhouse is now called Daisies ‘n Dirt and has moved to 105 Edgar Avenue, that’s just off main street, where the old Town shop used to be. Owner, Katherine,…

  • Royal Canadian Mint receives six nominations in Krause Publications’ 2015 Coin of the Year award program

    Royal Canadian Mint receives six nominations in Krause Publications’ 2015 Coin of the Year award program

    OTTAWA /CNW/ – The Royal Canadian Mint has made another strong showing with 2013-dated coins nominated in six categories of Krause Publications’ annual Coin of the Year awards.  The awards are to be presented in January at the 2015 World Money Fair in Berlin, Germany. “The Royal Canadian Mint prides itself on producing coins which…

  • Turner Valley Golf Club presents A Taste of Diamond Valley ~ Tonight

    Turner Valley Golf Club presents A Taste of Diamond Valley ~ Tonight

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Tonight is the evening for local liquor tasting, food sampling and business showcasing with all proceeds going to the Oilfields Food Bank. Andrew Peller Wines, Big Rock Brewery, Black Diamond Bakery, Chin Up Cafe, Constellation Brands, Eau Claire Distillery, Gold Medal Marketing, Gotcha Products, Kloiber’s Meats, Kountry Kleen, My Wash Barn, PMA Canada, Spirit…

  • Black Gold Art Exhibit – Contemporary Art Features on the Alberta Oil Industry

    Black Gold Art Exhibit – Contemporary Art Features on the Alberta Oil Industry

    The exhibition Black Gold presents the art works of contemporary artists who shine a spotlight on the oil industry in Alberta. Presenting personal perceptions concerning this development, through their work these artists invite reflection on the diverse and complex environmental and social issues associated with this industry. (AGA) This exhibit is currently on display (until…

  • Plan to Get Home Safe this Halloween

    Plan to Get Home Safe this Halloween

    Molson Coors Canada, in partnership with the BC Liquor Stores and TAXIGUY, wants to help consumers plan a safe ride home after Halloween celebrations VANCOUVER /CNW Telbec/ – For the seventh year, Molson Coors Canada is reminding consumers to make responsible choices on Halloween through a one-day blitz at BC Liquor Stores in the Lower…

  • Turner Valley School News: Art Exhibit ~ BLACK GOLD

    Turner Valley School News: Art Exhibit ~ BLACK GOLD

    On display until November 5, 2014 The exhibition Black Gold features the art work of contemporary artists whose creative expressions have been stimulated by the development of the petroleum industry in Alberta. Inspired by the centenary of the Turner Valley discoveries, this exhibition encourages the viewer to consider the history and importance of, and challenges…

  • IBC Top 10: Tips to Keep Your Halloween Fun and Safe

    IBC Top 10: Tips to Keep Your Halloween Fun and Safe

    EDMONTON /CNW/ – With the excitement of trick-or-treating, Halloween can be a time when little ones forget what they know about safety. Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) offers its top 10 tips to help keep Halloween safe and fun for everyone involved. “Halloween can be a fun and exciting evening for many Western Canadians, but it…

  • Music, Story, Connection

    Music, Story, Connection

    CKUA celebrates its annual Fall Fundraiser Thursday Oct 23rd to Sunday Nov 2nd The community radio environment is thriving in Alberta. CKUA leads the way with music, story and connection. CKUA listeners and volunteers come from all over the province and some have amazing stories. Volunteer Brian talks about his encounter with Sam Baker &…

  • On the Edge: New Concert Season Begins October 24th

    On the Edge: New Concert Season Begins October 24th

    Our third season is kicking off on Friday, October 24th, hosting The Foothills Brass Quintet. You will get to enjoy the wonder sounds a trumpet, tuba, trombone, and French horn can produce together in ragtime, jazz, Bourbon Street, swing and classical renditions. You will not want to miss it. The concerts are being held at…