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John Hextall Park

On Saturday, July 20, 2013, Mayor Naheed Nenshi, John Hextall’s grandson Len Watt, MLA Alana DeLong and Alderman Dale Hodges joined directors of the Bowness Historical Society to celebrate the official naming of John Hextall Park and the unveiling of the park’s new sign. Many Bowness residents and supporters attended the event.

The Bowness Historical Society has worked diligently with the City of Calgary to accord official recognition of the previously un-named parkland at the corner of Bowness Road and Bow Crescent as “John Hextall Park,” named after the founder of Bowness, who died almost 100 years ago.

John Hextall was a local landowner and developer who founded the community of Bowness. Bowness Park is located on land donated to the City of…

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Why Realtors Are So Valuable

Buying and selling a home is a complex process requiring real estate expertise to ensure the transaction is completed competently and professionally. Realtors have access to pertinent information such as current market conditions, comparable prices and neighbourhood trends, to name a few.

Realtors will assist you in your home search, help you determine your buying power and understand your financing options, help you negotiate and guide you through the closing process and much, much more. In fact, Realtors will manage all the details of your real estate transaction providing you with priceless advice to save you money, and ultimately…peace of mind.

Team Ken Richter has prepared home sellers and home buyers for the adventure of entering the market…

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Heritage Day: Something to Celebrate

It’s summertime and despite the raging floods that hit Bowness back in June, Bownesians decided they were going to take an overdue break to enjoy their annual Heritage Day Street Festival.

Vendors set up stalls, the neighbourhood’s main street was filled with live music, food and festivities, Hexters was rockin’, and cyclists hit the streets for the annual Tour de Bowness criterium road race. Enthusiastic crowds were on a mission – they were out to celebrate!

Bowness may not be back 100%, but it’s coming. Everything takes time. It’s a process, but they’ve turned the page and are heading forward from here. Heritage Day Monday August 5, 2013 is a testament to that. A day that Bowness celebrated it’s enduring community spirit yet again, showing that no…

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Recovering From A Traumatic Event

The impact of the Calgary floods goes far beyond the physical damage.

You may find yourself on an emotional roller coaster ride as traumatic events tend to provoke a range of strong emotional reactions.You may feel anything from shock and disbelief, fear or anger, to feeling sad, powerless and vulnerable. There is no “right” or “wrong” way to think, feel, or respond.

For your emotional well-being, it’s important to stay connected to the people who care about you. Those who get and give strong emotional support from others are better able to cope.

To rebuild your life you not only have to clean up and repair all the physical damage, but you also have to restrengthen your mind, soul, spirit and heart. One way to do this is by reminding yourself…

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Household Hazardous Waste Tips

Cleaning up and disposal of waste after the recent flooding is an enormous job. While going through the process you may come across many hazardous items that you’re unsure about how/where to dispose of in an environmentally-friendly and garbage collector-friendly way.

Items with motors, such as old car batteries, lawn mowers, cars/trucks, golf carts and recreational vehicles all have lead-acid batteries and should be taken to a household hazardous waste drop-off location. The City’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop-off Program makes sure that these sorts of items are disposed of properly and residents can take their items, at no extra charge, to any of the HHW drop-off locations at landfills or designated fire stations with special storage depots.

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Volunteer Thank You: 2013 Flood

Team Ken Richter would like to thank all of the community and City of Calgary volunteers, first responders, rescue workers, non-profit organizations, businesses, government agencies and everyone aiding in the effort to help the flood victims of Bow Crescent, Bowness & Montgomery, the city of Calgary and all of southern Alberta.While there’s much to do, the next step in the recovery and reconstruction effort will focus on supporting and helping the community achieve their goals to clean up and rebuild as quickly as possible.

This has been a unique opportunity to reach out to help our neighbors and our communities and our ability to rebound quickly from recent events has much to do with the kind of spirit that makes this community great. Together, we…

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Roommate Wanted

Having a roommate is an adventure.

Many people end up becoming the best of friends with their roommates, creating a friendship that can last a lifetime. If you get along well with the person sharing a space with you, it makes living with them so much easier! There will always be things you don’t always agree on, but it is always nice to come home to a friend.

On the other hand, having a roommate could be a nightmare. If you don’t get along well with the person you are living in close proximity to, it can make for a world of miscommunication, purposeful negligence, and passive-aggressiveness that makes home less welcoming than it ought to be.

Since none of us are big fans of the later happening, we want to make sure that your situation falls…

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Monthly Household Tip 4

Here are three home maintenance tips to think about addressing now that the gorgeous spring, actually almost summer, weather has arrived!

Wash Your Windows: The one thing that it is easy to neglect (or purposely avoid!) is cleaning your windows. After all the recent rainy weather they really are going to need it. If ladders are not your thing spend the extra few dollars to call in a professional window washing company to do those tricky second story windows. There’s nothing like the sun shining through sparkling windows to lift your spirits!

Power Wash the Exterior: Power washing is one of most efficient and cost-effective ways to clean off the dirt that’s built up on your home’s exterior after being exposed to the elements over the messy winter and…

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Naturally Clean Solutions

Make your spring cleaning easy and economical! Natural do-it-yourself cleaning solutions are more environmentally friendly than commercial alternatives. Make simple, gentle eco-friendly recipes using everyday household products.

Window Cleaner: Shake together 1/2 teaspoon liquid detergent, 3 tablespoons vinegar, and 2 cups of water in a spray bottle. Spray and wipe for a streak-free finish!

All-purpose Cleaner: Dissolve 4 tablespoons of baking soda in a quart of water. Mix well. Use in a spray bottle or with a sponge on kitchen and bathroom surfaces. Rinse with clear water for a clear finish.

Toilet Bowl Cleaner: Sprinkle some baking soda into the bowl followed by a generous portion of vinegar. Scour with a toilet brush and flush.

Drain…

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Spring Upkeep

Spring means getting things done so that summer living can be fun and carefree.

One thing to consider addressing early in the season is your windows. Clean or replace your screens so that you can let fresh air in and enjoy the beautiful weather.

A second thing to consider is the valve to your outside water hose. Make sure it’s turned on to avoid having to run down to your basement when you are actually ready to use the water.

Third, clean out your downspouts and gutters where leaves and other matter can accumulate over the winter. Keeping gutters clean means a lot fewer headaches in the future.

Check back with Team Ken Richter in May for more home upkeep tips! 

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