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Fives Places to See Amazing Art in St Albert

Whether you're a visitor or a resident of St Albert, Alberta, you'll immediately realize the many opportunities and benefits this city has to offer. With a history that dates back to the mid-nineteenth century, St Albert is full of historic and beautiful architecture, and offers many opportunities to enjoy great art and culture. Here are the five best places to see some of the amazing art St Albert has to offer.

The Art Gallery of St Albert

Situated at the historic Banque d'Hochelaga building, the Art Gallery of St Albert offers many exhibitions and art-related events to the community, as well as educational opportunities for the children of St Albert. The heritage building itself is a work of art in its own right, and was first built in 1920; it is…

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The Best Ways to Spend a Rainy Day in Sherwood Park

When it rains, it pours. You may have heard this saying before, but perhaps it's only becoming more obvious on those rainy days when it seems there's nothing to take your mind off the poor weather outside. But don't worry; if you happen to be a local of Sherwood Park, there are plenty of fun indoor activities in your very own neighbourhood that will take your mind off the outdoor fun you're missing. Here are some of the best ways to spend your rainy day in Sherwood Park.

Go Shopping: Sherwood Park Mall

You've been putting off your obligations to go shopping, and, whether it's for your kids or for yourself, there's surely something you're in need of. A rainy day is the perfect opportunity to finally take yourself on that shopping spree you've been…

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These Edmonton Open Mic Nights Are a Great Night Out

There comes a time for everyone, especially those who are musically gifted, when it seems the only thing to do is to take the opportunity to raise your voice. Whether you're musically inclined or not, you'll surely agree that attending open mic nights is fun and exciting, and these events can give you a taste for the local talent in your area. Raise your voice once and for all, or simply opt to be a part of the crowd, and make it a great night out with these Edmonton open mic nights near you.

The Carrot: Musical Arts on the Ave

The Carrot is a popular community arts coffee house located at 9351 118 Avenue NW in Edmonton. It now offers two weekly opportunities for Edmonton residents and visitors to take the stage by storm or to simply sit and…

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Lace Up: The Summer 2014 Edmonton-Area 10K and Marathon Races You Won't Want to Miss

Summer is a season for all sorts of outdoor events. This year, plenty of such events are taking place across the Edmonton area in the form of 10K and marathon races. If you're a runner in the city looking to put yourself to the test, you may want to look into some of the different races that are coming up. Here are just a few that you won't want to miss.

Challenge and Fun Competing in the Leading Edge RunWild Marathon

Taking place this May 4 in St. Albert, just outside of Edmonton, is the fourth Leading Edge RunWild Marathon; it promises to be as competitive and enjoyable as ever for all participants. About 2000 runners are expected to hit the pavement in St. Albert this time around to participate in the event's full marathon, half marathon, 10K,…

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The Ultimate Guide to the Edmonton Poetry Festival 2014

Residents of Edmonton should take note of the 2014 Edmonton Poetry Festival, taking place between April 20 and 27. The festival has grown into an event that provides poetry to thousands of people every year and attracts poets and artists from around the world. Here's a brief guide to what's offered at this year's festival.

Celebrating Poetry and Connecting Verse to Art and Life

The goal of the Edmonton Poetry Festival is to bring verse to the masses by connecting poets with audiences, other art forms, and different facets of life. Both creators and audiences become engaged through readings and events. The festival collaborates with different aspects of Edmonton's poetry scene, including publishers, schools, community organizations, literary…

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Edmonton for Book Worms: Interesting Book Clubs for Every Reader

For the most voracious and active readers, a book club is an excellent way to meet with other people who have the same passion for the written word that you do. These clubs provide an opportunity to discuss the deeper meaning of a particular work in a friendly setting where you can gain insights from others that you otherwise might not have realized on your own. The difficulty, though, comes in finding a book club that suits the types of genres you most enjoy reading. In the city of Edmonton, the public library system actually offers many different book clubs that focus on all sorts of different areas, whether it be literary fiction, genre fiction, or non-fiction. Here are just some of Edmonton’s most interesting book clubs.

AGA Book Club for Lovers of…

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Five Reasons St Albert Is Already Excited for the Rainmaker Rodeo 2014

The Kinsmen Club of St Albert have been running the Rainmaker Rodeo ever since 1965. Over the decades, it has grown into an event that attracts thousands of people from Edmonton and the surrounding area. The 2014 Rainmaker Rodeo and Exhibition takes place from May 23 to May 25 and promises to draw over 25,000 people during the weekend festivities. Here are five reasons everyone should be excited for this year’s event.

1. The Largest Semi-Professional Rodeo in the Province

As the biggest semi-professional rodeo in Alberta, Rainmaker Rodeo draws top competitive talent from the province and elsewhere. During the weekend, they compete in a variety of events, including bull riding, calf roping, team roping, steer wrestling, ladies barrel racing, bareback…

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Have You Heard of Art Fuse? The Best Way to Stay in the Know About Edmonton's Local Creative Scene

Edmonton is a creative city full of great local talent. Society's artists are said to be the dreamers, the rebels, and the people who point the way. Art Fuse, advertised as "an explosion of local word, image, and sound," is a weekly arts event in Edmonton that welcomes artists of all stripes to come and share their gifts. Here's what you need to know about Art Fuse if you're looking to break into Edmonton's arts scene.

The Vital Details: When and Where to Find Art Fuse

Art Fuse isn't just about art in performance. It's also about being in an environment that promotes creativity. Art Fuse is held in the café and lounge area of the Art Stream Centre at 11434-120 Street Northwest. PageMaster Publishing Services sponsors the event. PageMaster has been…

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Go Green for Paddy: Excellent Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Edmonton

St Patrick's Day is just around the corner, and there will be a variety of fun community events to celebrate this Irish holiday. Edmonton has developed a tight-knit community of Irish expatriates and immigrants, dating all the way back to the 1950s and the creation of the Edmonton Irish Sports & Social Society. Whether you're an Irish expat looking for a slice of home or a native Edmontonian eager to celebrate, you're sure to find some fun activities in Edmonton this March 17. Here's a quick sampling of the great community events that will be happening.

Promote Local Fitness With the Running Room’s St. Patrick's Day Run

On Sunday, March 16, The Running Room on 109 Street will be hosting its St. Patrick's Day Run. There will be a 10K walk starting at…

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Farewell to Winter Patio Party

You can feel it in the air, that wonderful hint of spring floating around Edmonton this week. While I'm sure winter will come screaming back at least once before we can really start to celebrate spring, the weather is set to stay on the plus side of zero for the foreseeable future. So it's excellent timing for the "Farewell to Winter Patio Party" happening around Edmonton this weekend. 

Snuggle up with a blanket, a glass of mulled wine or a café mocha with a friend on one of Edmonton's beautiful patios, March 14-16. Or celebrate at home - sweep off the deck, uncover the barbeque, and soak up some much needed Vitamin D (now available thanks to Daylight Savings Time). If you're one of the lucky ones, off to do some spring skiing this weekend, at least we…

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