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Summer Camps
Concerts

Best Summer Camps in Canada for Aspiring Young Classical Musicians

June 30, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

Rafael Kuerti grew up in Toronto and studied cello at U of T, Glenn Gould School, Indiana University, and in Germany. In this article, he will share his personal insight on the top “summer experiences” […]

Cherry Tree Lane Toys
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Cherry Tree Lane Toys

June 27, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

Bekki is the Owner & Operator of Cherry Tree Lane Toys, a local Calgary Toy store focused on unique toys, books, and games that require imagination. Cherry Tree Lane’s goal is to bring us back […]

Local Laundry
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Kathleen Smiley of Local Laundry, and their quest to donate One Million Dollars to Charity!

June 13, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

Kathleen Smiley of Local Laundry began as a student working for the local clothing shop. A few years later, she has helped a small local shop, making YYC t-shirts, into a Calgarian staple of fashion, […]

Besties Floral Cafe
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Ana Ecal and Jaline Qureshi, co-owners of Besties Floral Cafe

May 30, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

Ana Ecal and Jaline Qureshi operate a ‘Homegrown-Business’… literally! They arrange incredible flower bouquets, service weddings, functions and events, provide special floral arrangements, as well as run a kid-friendly small Cafe – that serves vegan […]

Axe Throwing Calgary
Local Business

Homegrown Business: Shannon Stone of Axe Throwing Calgary

May 16, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

To find out more about Axe Throwing Calgary, we recently spoke with Shannon Stone about the sport’s scene in Calgary. The popularity of this activity, across Canada and the US, has really been gaining momentum, […]

WinSport
Charity

Charitable Choices: WinSport at Calgary’s Former Olympic Grounds

May 10, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

The Calgary Olympic Development Association (CODA), also known as WinSport, is a non-profit organization based in Calgary that operates and maintains Calgary’s 1988 Olympic Grounds, as well as Canmore’s Bill Warren Training Centre. Most Calgarians […]

Conner Christmas
Comedy

Calgary Comedian Conner Christmas talks Stampede vs Folk Fest

March 31, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

Calgary Comedian Conner Christmas took a moment out of his busy schedule, of touring out of town, to speak with us about Calgary’s comic scene, and his upcoming projects. How would you describe your comedy […]

Project Warmth
Local Business

Charitable Choices: Bringing Heat to the Streets of Calgary, with Project Warmth

March 22, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

Mike Schacter has been an integral part of many charities, drives, and non-profits over his 25 years of dedication to his city and community. Today in Calgary, and the rest of Canada, we are facing […]

Alberta Wrestling Academy
Lifestyle

We sat down with the CEO of Alberta Wrestling Academy & CanAm Wrestling, Otto Gentile

March 20, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

I got a chance to catch up with, and interview, legendary Indie Calgary Wrestling Promoter, Otto Gentile. We talked about the history of Stampede Wrestling, his CanAm promotions, and his work with numerous charities and […]

Amante Duo
Indie

“Five Minutes With” Calgary’s Amante Duo

March 18, 2022 Rafael Kuerti

The acoustic-romantic pair, Amante Duo, is Hilary and Noel Amante; a husband & wife flute, guitar and vocal duo, based out of Calgary, AB. Performing for weddings, venues and special events, they carry a unique […]

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