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Calgary Renovation Show

This weekend is the Annual Calgary Renovation Show. If you are a current homeowner, or hoping to become one soon, you do not want to miss out on this opportunity to see the best of the best Calgary has to offer in the home renovation space.

On their website, the Calgary Renovation Show describes themselves as follows: “The Calgary Renovation Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals. Whether you’re joining us at the BMO Centre with a specific project in mind or just looking for some inspiration, our local home…

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January 2023 Calgary Events Things To Do

The new year is here! The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has come to a close, and now it is time for a fresh start. We hope you have had a chance to rest during the holiday break, because there are so many fun things happening around the city this month that you do not want to miss out on. Here are just a handful:

January 10-15 Fiddler On The Roof
January 12-22 Best of Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
January 12 Jim Gaffigan: Dark Pale Tour
January 13 Bow Habitat Station: What's Up With Green Living?
January 13-15 The Calgary Renovation Show
January 14 Orthodox New Year
January 14-22 Chinese Lunar New Year Festival 2023
January 16 High Performance Rodeo: Ten-Minute Play Festival
January 22 Lunar New Year
January 24 The Calgary Real…

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Tips for Skating the Bowness Lagoon

Skating on the Bowness Lagoon is a Calgary tradition! The City of Calgary writes, "Bowness Park was built before the First World War by John Hextall, a local land developer. It was built in the town of Bowness as a weekend retreat for nearby Calgarians." For over a hundred years, Calgarians have enjoyed Bowness park through rain, shine, and snow. Now, it's your turn. 

The City of Calgary offers the following information for those of you wanting to visit the park for a skate:

Enjoy free outdoor skating on the lagoon in the eastern portion of the park from mid-November to mid-March (weather dependent). Helmets are strongly encouraged.

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Christmas in Calgary Bucket List

Christmas in Calgary is a magical time of the year. With so much to do and see, there is something for everyone hoping to make their spirits a little more merry and bright. Looking for some classic Calgary Christmas activities? We've got your Christmas in Calgary bucket list!

Here is your guide to Christmas in Calgary:

1. Experience an old fashioned Christmas at Once Upon a Christmas at Heritage Park. Not only can you learn the holiday traditions of days past, but you'll get the chance to see Santa, explore the exhibits, pet fuzzy animals, try authentic Candy Cane, and so much more. These events are very family friendly, with lots to enjoy for every age. 
2. Volunteer with Operation Christmas Child! Calgary is home to one of Samaritan Purse's…

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December 2022 Events in Calgary To Do

December is such a fun month, with so many activities around the city! While it would be nearly impossible to list them all, here are some upcoming highlights to check out:

December 1-17 Agatha Christie's Murder on The Orient Express
December 1-17 17th Days of Christmas
December 1-24 Santa's Enchanted Forest
December 1-24 Enchanted Winterland at CrossIron Mills
December 1-31 Glow: Calgary
December 2-4 Spruce Meadows Christmas Market
December 3 MCA Festive Artisan Market
December 3 Bowness Holiday Dinner
December 5 Central Commons Park Grand Opening
December 7 Barenaked Ladies: Hometown Holidays
December 9 Tea with Mrs. Claus
December 9-10 Home Alone in Concert
December 14 Holiday Paint Night
December 16-18 Speed Skating World Championships
December 17-18 Once…

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Remembrance Day Ceremonies 2022

On November 11th we recognize Remembrance Day here in Canada. This is such an important day to honor, celebrate, and remember those who have sacrificed their lives to serve our country and defend our freedom. On this coming Remembrance Day, all of us at Team Ken Richter would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all of those who have served, both past and present, and their families. 

Here are some of the Remembrance Day events happening around the city this year:

• Military Museums Service
• Field of Crosses on Memorial Drive
• Fort Calgary Service
• Ceremony at Queen's Park Cemetery
• Ceremony at Burnsland Park Cemetery
• Ceremony at Union Cemetery

Keep checking back for updates!

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November 2022 Calgary Events: Things to Do in YYC November 2022

There are lots of fun events happening around the city of Calgary this month! Here are just a handful:

November 3-30 Potion Putt: Wizarding Mini Golf
November 4 The Wine Experience
November 4 - 30 The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe at Rosebud Theatre
November 9 Bryan Adams Tour
November 11 Remembrance Day
November 12-13 Bowness Holiday Craft Fair
November 16 BCA General Meeting
November 17-20 Disney On Ice
November 18 Live Country Music at The Big Four Roadhouse
November 20 Deerfoot Inn & Casino Holiday Market
November 21-22 BCA Casino Fundraiser
November 23 Zoolights: Adults Only Night
November 26 Calgary Scouts Christmas Market
November 26 Little Modern Christmas Market
November 26 The Candy Cane Kids
November 28 Rupi Kaur Live Tour

Have a great November,…

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Halloween Party Tips & Tricks

Halloween may be Monday, but many people will be celebrating this weekend! If you are one of those people, here are some fun Halloween Party ideas to complete your gathering:

1). Make the theme “Rhymes For No Reason” where people partner up to dress as two words that rhyme together, such as Butcher and Ashton Kutcher, or Fairy and Little House On The Prairie. The more creative the better! Plus, this gives guests lots of options for costumes they can DIY from items they already have. There is no need to drop $200 at Spirit Halloween!

2). If you’re not planning on catering the evening yourself, get everyone to bring a different themed charcuterie board! You can have the standard Crackers, Meat and Cheese, but also options such as a Candy Board,…

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October 2022 Calgary Events

October is such a fun events season, kicking off all of the holidays that the end of the year brings. Whether you’re looking for autumnal delights or spooky treats, there is something for everyone this fall! Here are just a handful of the events you can look forward to:

• Heritage Park Ghost Tours & Ghouls Night Out: Did you know that Heritage Park is haunted? The ghost tours are a fun way to learn more about Calgary’s spooky history. If that sounds too scary for you, check out their Halloween event, Ghouls Night Out! There are ton of live performances, activities, photo opportunities and more. Plus, you’re encouraged to wear your costume.
• Stampeders vs. Roughriders: It’s a rivalry as old as time. The Roughriders are known to have some of the…

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Where To See The Autumn Leaves

F. Scott Fitzgerald once wrote, "life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall"; and oh, how crisp it has become! The autumn leaves are in full bloom, flaunting gorgeous shades of reds, yellows and oranges. Autumn is a beautiful--but short--transition time between our hot summers and cold winters, so embrace this small window of beauty while it lasts!

The most popular destination to see the fall colours is the mountains, where larch season is underway and autumn is on full display. However, mountain destinations can be packed with locals looking for an escape and tourists coming to stand in awe and wonder. Popular Kananaskis hiking destinations, the towns of Banff and Canmore, and Lake Louise are crowded these days, so skip them! Did you…

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