Celebrating your birthday? Kids get so excited, but we grown-ups sometimes grumble; those mounting years can start to get a little concerning! But we’ve found a great way to keep the kids’ fun going and/or cheer you up on your special day – FREE STUFF! Read on to find out
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There’s lots of winter outdoor fun to be had in Okotoks, and getting your family out to play makes the winter a lot more pleasant! They have plenty of outdoor ice rinks, including ice trails, and you can find more information here. Okotoks Ice Rinks and Trails: Website: www.okotoks.ca

You are invited to remember the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation at Keith Lefthand’s Family Ranch on September 30, 2022. You can participate in a smudge ceremony and prayer in Keith’s tipi, learn about the regalia that Keith has collected over the years, and join a discussion with Keith
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On September 18, 2022, join GlobalFest for GlobalFest Groves, a free afternoon of performances on International Avenue for Alberta Culture Days! The afternoon will showcase dancers and musicians from Turkey, China, the Philippines, Azerbaijan and Bangladesh. GlobalFest Groves: When: September 18, 2022 Time: 1 – 3 pm Where: Unity Park Address:
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Do you remember how to play? Some days there were hours of running around outside, inventing worlds and games by yourself or with friends. Other days, you might have been focused on the little things, creating miniature realms in a corner of the house. Either way, you know how vital
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February 17, 2022 Big news for the Glenbow Museum and Calgary families who value the arts! Thanks to a $35-million donation commemorating the legacy of JR Shaw, Glenbow becomes the first major Canadian museum to offer free general admission permanently! The downtown Calgary building that houses Glenbow and its collection is currently
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Early literacy is so important in a child’s life – and so much fun! The Calgary Public Library is launching My First Bookshelf, in partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. They will fill your child’s home bookshelf and foster a love of reading for the whole family! With the My
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June 2021 I have never appreciated going outside as much as I have since the pandemic began. Calgarians have always embraced the outdoors and thrived on outdoor activities and with all the chaos and confusion in this weird new world, this is more true than ever. We’ve been able to
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Perhaps when you’ve been walking or biking around town you’ve seen little boxes full of books in neighbourhoods all around Calgary. These Little Free Libraries are a really fun initiative that’s been popping up in cities all over North America. The concept is simple: you leave a book or two
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You know how the grown-ups in Charlie Brown sound? Well, at the risk of sounding like a boring old grown-up, I feel like I need to remind myself how to live frugally. Pack your lunch! Shop used! Turn out the lights! Make do and mend! Sigh. Make a Budget Before
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