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Five Minutes With: Calgary Indie Rock Band Summer Bruises

Summer Bruises is a Calgary-based band that combines indie rock flair and dream pop melodies. Made up of former members of iconic and beloved Calgary bands Hot Little Rocket, High Parade, Committee of Public Safety, [...]
Comedy

Tragedy Plus Time: Comedian Noah Brodeur

Noah Brodeur brings sharp wit and high energy to the stage, delivering clean, everyday observations that feel both relatable and refreshingly original. Inspired by stand-up icons like John Mulaney and Nate Bargatze, Brodeur’s comedic voice [...]
Lifestyle

Mojojojo the dog needs a new home in the Calgary area

Get ready to meet Mojojojo, the sweet yet nervous pup looking for the right family to help him gain some confidence! Mojojojo loves to meet new people and loves to get lots of pets, treats, [...]
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Dawit of Bono Coffee

Bono Coffee is a family-owned coffee roastery that shares their Ethiopian heritage with the Calgary community. With three cafes and more than a half-dozen signature house-roasted blends, Bono is keeping Calgary caffeinated while providing meaningful [...]
Food & Drink

Recipe for Twice-Baked Chili Cheese Potatoes from Armstrong Cheese

Armstrong Cheese shared this irresistible recipe for Twice-Baked Chili Cheese Potatoes, created by Chef Dennis Prescott. Hearty, cheesy, and bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavour, this dish takes comfort food to the next level. Fluffy baked potatoes [...]

“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Visual Artist Katherine Lakeman

October 29, 2025

Fifty years ago, I was drawn to Katherine Lakeman’s big smile, infectious laugh, and her ability to make everyone feel special. This ability made her a shoo-in for the teaching profession. She was brilliant as [...]
The Brothers Paranormal at Vertigo Theatre: A Genuinely Haunting Experience

October 16, 2025
“A Day in the Life” with: Calgary Artist Wendy Passmore-Godfrey

October 15, 2025

Homegrown Business: Dawit of Bono Coffee

November 3, 2025

Bono Coffee is a family-owned coffee roastery that shares their Ethiopian heritage with the Calgary community. With three cafes and more than a half-dozen signature house-roasted blends, Bono is keeping Calgary caffeinated while providing meaningful [...]
Old Photographs from Athabasca Landing (1900-1923)

October 30, 2025
Charitable Choices: Aleia Robin of the Branch Out Neurological Foundation

October 28, 2025

Historic Individuals that Calgary Landmarks are Named After

by Tyler Dixon in History

This is the fifth post in my series on exploring the names of some of Calgary’s most popular landmarks. Previous installments included Calgary’s major roads and trails, several of Calgary’s bridges, the popular parks and [...]