Okay, so it’s not the same as buying a sausage roll and relaxing on a bench, hearing the train whistle and watching modern life walk by in a historical setting. But Heritage Park is offering curbside pickup for items from the Alberta Bakery and Selkirk Grille! Enjoy a gooey cinnamon
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Set in a lovely location, with over 100 years of Alberta history, The Heritage Centre near Cremona, AB (north of Cochrane) holds a variety of family-friendly events. Take a short drive and see for yourself! The restored historical venue is a sight to see in itself, with a 1904 original
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Pamper the mother in your life with a brunch fit for a queen! New this year, the Calgary Zoo is serving up a chef-created menu of delicious sweet and savoury brunch favourites – perfect for leisurely bedside dining or a family feast at the dinner table. All you need to
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Want a great excuse to indulge in some gooey, cheesy poutine? We’ve got it! Calgary Poutine Week, in support of Mealshare, runs from April 23 – May 1, 2021. I’m not sure whether poutine is our official “national” food, but it’s close enough. Even better, you can support local charity
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GlobalFest has always been more than just fireworks. Annually, the OneWorld Festival celebrates the food, music, and performances of the cultural partners who join together in celebration at Elliston Park. 2020 changed everything for our communities and like many organizations, GlobalFest went digital and launched the GlobalFestYYC YouTube channel with
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There’s something iconic about a candy store. It’s a child’s wonderland, with sugary sweet delights that are often colourful and always delicious. Even adults can’t always resist the lure of the candy store, especially when you find nostalgic sweets that bring back those happy, carefree days of childhood. Sure, you
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“And does anyone have room for dessert?” It’s often the afterthought at the end of the meal, but sometimes, it should be the main event. Often less expensive than going out for a full meal, it’s a delightful way to still splurge and add some celebration to your life. Meet
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Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day, is just a little different this year, but don’t despair! Instead of IHOP serving up a FREE short stack of their original buttermilk pancakes on February 16, 2021, they are sending you an IOU! All you have to do is sign up for MyHop and on
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From cozy to trendy to eclectic, you don’t have to give up going to the pub now that you have kids! Here at Family Fun Calgary, we were inspired by our sister website in Edmonton to come up with a list of family-friendly breweries. Many breweries welcome children and often have
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Do your family mealtimes need a little inspiration? Then it’s time to cook with Calgary Co-op and Julie Van Rosendaal! For only $20, you can create a delicious family menu for 4 people, including dessert. On February 23, 2021, there will be a live Zoom cooking event with Julie Van
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