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Fun Facts About The 2023 Calgary Stampede

The Calgary Stampede is right around the corner, and we cannot wait to celebrate the best ten days of the year with you, YYC! We are so excited for this years' shows, food, events, shopping and western spirit. In celebration of Stampede being less than one month away, here are some fun facts about this years' Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth:

• The parade marshal this year is Jeremy Hansen! "Hansen will become the first Canadian to venture to the moon as part of the historic Artemis II mission. It’s the first crewed mission to leave Earth’s orbit since 1972 and will pave the way for deeper space exploration, including to Mars" (The Calgary Stampede).
• The Powwow competition will be back and bigger than ever! "The Calgary Stampede Powwow returns to…

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May 2023 Calgary Events and Things To Do in YYC

Check out some of these fun events in Calgary! What are you most looking forward to doing this month?

May 3-14 Calgary Book Drive
May 6-June 4 Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe
May 6-14 Day Out with Thomas The Train
May 9-10 Shania Twain: Queen of Me Tour
May 12-22 Calgary Reads Big Book Sale
May 13 Bearspaw Mother's Day Market
May 13 Touch A Truck
May 13 Bowness Community Garden Build Day
May 14 Found Spring Market: Snack Time
May 14 Stars on Ice
May 14 Mother's Day
May 18-19 The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra: Black Panther
May 18 Montgomery Community Association Senior Social
May 20 Mobile Adventure Playground at Bowness
May 22 Victoria Day
May 25 Maritime Lobster Boil at Rodney's Oyster House
May 27-28 Heritage Park's…

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Valley Boutique and Home Reopens in Bowness!

Valley Boutique & Home has officially reopened at their new location across from Winsport! 

"We are proud to bring a special shopping experience to Calgary. Since 2014, Valley Boutique & Home continues to be different from other retail stores with our beautiful store displays, carefully curated boutique clothing for all ages, locally sourced featured products, special events, workshops, and ladies' nights. Visit us in-store or shop online and find our collection of Clothing, Home Decor, and Gifts. 
Locally Owned and Operated in Calgary, AB"

One of our favourite things about Calgary is the commitment to local entrepreneurship and supporting small businesses. As such, we always want to cheer on and elevate Calgarians bringing something beautiful…

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Calgary April 2023 Events YYC Things To Do

Happy April, Calgary! Here are some of the fun events happening around the city this month, check them out!

April 1-30 Stories From Early Chinatown
April 7 Good Friday
April 8-9 Broadway Canada Presents: Pretty Woman
April 9 Easter Sunday
April 10 Easter Monday
April 13 Last Day of Passover
April 14-15 Jack Broadbent at The Engineered Air Theatre
April 14 - 22 Cinderella at Pumphouse Theatre
April 15 Annual FCA Spring Art Show
April 16 Orthodox Easter
April 16 The Spring Market at Deerfoot Casino
April 20 MCA Seniors Social
April 21 BCA Trunk Sale
April 21-23 Bowness Parade of Garage Sales
April 22 Bowness Spring Clean Up
April 22 Classic Albums Live Presents: Pink Floyd, The Dark Side of The Moon
April 22-23 The Calgary National Women's Show
April 22 - 30 Karen's…

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New Places to Eat in YYC 2023

Looking for a new place to eat? So much has come to Calgary, here is a list of just some of the new restaurants around the city to check out:

• Milpa
• Congress Coffee Company 
• Avitas Wine Bar
• Clay Pot Asian Food Kitchen
• Hitmans Bar
• Jam's Diner
• Monga
• The Plate
• Primary Colours
• Ranchi Cafe & Bistro
• Taqueria El Chefe
• 424 Bar Kitchen Social
• Egg and Spoon
• Iyycburg
• Joy Tea
• Mumbai Bites
• Pizza Face
• Zak's Eatery & Market

What's your new favourite place to get some food in Calgary? Let us know in the comments!

(Image via Canva)

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March Events 2023 Calgary Things To Do

Happy March, Calgary! 

Here are some fun events happening around the city for you to check out:

March 1 - April 2 Snow Tubing at Winsport
March 1 - 5 Broadway Canada Presents: Anastasia
March 1 - 5 ISU World Figure Skating Championships
March 3 Montgomery Community Association March Jellybean Dance
March 3 International Woman's Day Gala
March 4 Starry Night Whisky and Wine Festival
March 9 Soap Making Workshop
March 10 Run Bowness Registration Opens
March 11 Bow Valley Film Tour
March 12 Daylight Savings
March 12 Sunalta Live
March 17 St. Patrick's Day
March 18 Highfield Food and Beverage Market Fest
March 18 - April 16 Vertigo Theatre Presents: Gaslight
March 24 Calgary Women's Choir Concert
March 24 Dean Brody
March 25 Muay Thai World Cup 7
March 30 - April 2…

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Family Day Weekend Activities

Looking for something fun to do this family day long weekend? We've got you covered. Here are some ideas of things to check out around the city:

• Try Ice Fishing: "Go ice fishing this weekend. During Alberta’s twice-yearly Family Fishing Weekends, no fishing licence is required. Albertans and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on waterbodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply." (To Do Canada)
• Central Commons Park Winter Pop-Up: "Head to Central Commons Park for a Winter Pop-Up! With music, entertainment, a special fire performance and hot drinks from Monogram Coffee, it’s the perfect way to spend some time taking in the sights, sounds, and lights of Central Commons Park. The…

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14 Reasons We Love YYC

1. Parks! Calgary is home to some of the largest and most well-protected green spaces in Canada. Here at Team Ken Richter we love being right by Bowness Park, one of the oldest in the city.
2. Local Businesses! Calgarians are filled with an entrepreneurial spirit that has brought so many unique, home-grown businesses to the city. We love shopping local!
3. Theatre! Whether small improv theatre’s like Loose Moose or big-stage productions at Arts Commons, Calgary is home to so much high-quality theatre. Plus, our film industry is growing exponentially!
4. Western Roots! We love our western roots. Calgary was settled by cowboys, and that cowboy spirit remains the heart of our city.
5. Downtown Skyline! Calgary truly has one of the most beautiful downtown…

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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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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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