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• Ranch Hand Competition (July 25) • Fall Fair (August 15-16) • Art of the Harvest (September 26) • Old Tyme Seeding Demonstration (April 30, 2016)

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EVENTS May - December

ART IN THE LIBRARY

Airdrie Public Library Throughout the year, Airdrie Public Library (APL) plays host to local, regional and travelling art, with six exhibitions a year of approximately 70 pieces each. With more than 445 visitors coming through the library’s doors each day, the APL art gallery is an important cultural stop in the community. The 2015 APL exhibit schedule includes: May-June: Art in the Prairies by Brenda Campbell, Glen Collin, Gwen Lemay and Karen Williamson; July-August: ASA Travelling Exhibition Portraiture TREX + Clay by Rylee Petkau; September-October: Sabbatical paintings and prints by Michelle Wiebe; November-December 2015: Imagination by Tracy Laxton airdriepubliclibrary.ca

June - September

2015 AIRDIRONDACK ART PROJECT

Tour around Airdrie and you will discover 12 original works of art that just happen to be Adirondack chairs (or, as the Creative Airdrie Society calls them, AIRdirondacks). The chairs are auctioned off at a formal gala Sept. 12 in support of the arts, where guests enjoy gourmet foods, live music and more. creativeairdrie.ca

June 3 - Oct. 7

AIRDRIE FARMERS MARKET

Jensen Park Open every Wednesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Explore the market and enjoy local goods such as fresh fruit and vegetables, original quilts, handcrafted art, natural soaps and lotions, and more.

Special Food Truck Frenzy 6.0 event July 29. Details online. airdriefarmersmarket.com

June 4 - Sept. 17

CROSSFIELD FARMERS MARKET

Pete Knight Memorial Arena (Crossfield) Open Thursdays from 5:30 to 8 p.m., this indoor market features a variety of vendors who make, bake or grow their own product, multiple vendors with hot food and ready-to-cook items, and more (e.g. out-of-province produce). Enjoy weekly entertainment vendors and demos including local artists/musicians, interactive vendors and more. Details on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

June 27 - July 1

ANNUAL AIRDRIE PRO RODEO

Airdrie Rodeo Grounds With exciting highlights such as bareback and saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, steer riding, team roping, barrel racing and bull riding, the Airdrie Pro Rodeo always draws a great crowd. Only a short drive away, the Airdrie Rodeo Ranch is located west of Airdrie on Highway 567. On June 27-30 the junior rodeo will start at 6 p.m., the grand entry at 6:45 p.m. and pro rodeo at 7 p.m. On July 1, the junior rodeo starts at 2 p.m., the grand entry at 2:45 p.m. and pro rodeo at 3 p.m. Live entertainment will start each night after the last bull has been ridden. airdrieprorodeo.net

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CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS

Airdrie offers a great variety of ways to celebrate the country’s birthday in style! Begin your day with family-fun events in the City Hall parking lot starting at 9 a.m. (held until 1 p.m.), then enjoy the Canada Day Parade down Main Street starting at 10 a.m. Take in the action at the Airdrie Pro Rodeo, with events in full swing into the night. Enjoy lunch at many of the local restaurants or stop by the Airdrie Public Library Canada Day barbecue. Check out the Wild Rose Humane Society’s Dog Day Afternoon at Nose Creek Park for a BBQ, adopt-a-thon, vendor market, kids activities, agility demonstrations and more. Visit Iron Horse Park, open after the parade ends till 4 p.m., then swing by the Airdrie Farmers Market and enjoy the Calgary Stampede Showband performance. As the day draws to a close, gather with the rest of Airdrie at Ed Eggerer Athletic Park for family events (including bouncy castles, live music and a DJ) beginning at 7 p.m., followed by fireworks at dusk. airdrie.ca

July 14

MODEL T TOUR

Pioneer Acres (Irricana) On behalf of the Foothills Model T Ford Club of Calgary, Pioneer Acres will host this event for the National Tour of the Model T Ford Club of America. Approximately 100 antique vehicles will be on display. pioneeracres.ab.ca

July 16-17

SUMMER READING CLUB

Airdrie Public Library BMO Kingsview Author Series. July 16 - Gordon Perry, children’s author; July 17 - Joan Marie Galat, children’s author. airdriepubliclibrary.ca

July 25

AIRDRIE AG SOCIETY RANCH HAND COMPETITION

Airdrie Rodeo Grounds See firsthand the cattle-handling skills used by local area ranchers and farmers. Events include simulated branding; team sorting; team penning; simulated doctoring; trailer loading of cattle; and for the kids, a calf scramble. Food and beverages available for purchase. The rodeo grounds are 6.5 kilometres west of Airdrie on Hwy 567. Runs 1 to 4:30 p.m. airdrieagsociety.com

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ANNUAL SHOW AND REUNION

Pioneer Acres (Irricana) The museum’s main event of the year will feature virtually every piece of equipment running. Many outside exhibitors also bring displays, equipment, crafts, and much more. The 2015 feature is Massey Harris equipment. pioneeracres.ab.ca

Aug. 8

AIRDRIE SUMMER CLASSIC CHARITY CAR SHOW & SHINE

Nose Creek Park Gate opens at 8 a.m. Entry is $10 and registration runs from 8 a.m. to noon. For spectators the show runs from 10 a.m to 4 p.m.

There is no admission fee for spectators but a food bank donation is requested. Event details available online. timetravellers.ca

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Aug. 15

CALGARY POLICE RODEO

Airdrie Rodeo Grounds The only police rodeo in Canada, this amateur competition features contestants from all over the police community throughout Canada and the United States. Bring the family and enjoy watching a full slate of rodeo events. Free on-site camping and children’s carnival.

Adults will enjoy the evening barn dance with live country music entertainment. Rodeo action kicks off at 1 p.m. Tickets available at gate on rodeo day. calgarypolicerodeo.com

Aug. 15-16

AG SOCIETY FALL FAIR

Plainsmen Arena The Airdrie and District Agricultural Society (ADAS) is pleased to host this annual celebration of the best Airdrie has to offer.

Participants of all ages take part in a variety of classes, including vegetable growing, children’s crafts, baking, fine art and photography, and more. airdrieagsociety.com

Aug. 21-22

5TH ANNUAL BIKES & BULLS CHARITY EVENT Airdrie Rodeo Grounds This community fundraiser is hosted by the Airdrie Oilmen’s Association, featuring concerts, a poker run at 1 p.m. on Friday, and freestyle motocross on Saturday. Pro bull riding both nights.

Bring a non-perishable food item and get a daily pass for $30, or a full weekend pass for $50. Free self-contained camping on site. aoaalberta.com

Sept. 2-23

ARTEMBER EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY

Airdrie Public Library Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 - Writers Club; Sept. 14 - Writers Guild workshop with Ellen Kelly; Sept. 19 - Junior, Adult & Teen Artists: Samreen Junaid, henna; Sept. 18 - Sunday Cinema; Sept. 23 - BMO Kingsview Author Series: Barbara Reid airdriepubliclibrary.ca

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Sept. 12-27 ARTember

Airdrie’s arts and culture celebration features special events, festivals, workshops and the popular Taste of Airdrie restaurant promotion. The full calendar of activities is released online in early August. artember.ca

Sept. 12

AIRDRIE FEST 2015

City Hall An outdoor market-style festival that combines community group registrations with local artisans, delicious food and an afternoon of free family-friendly activities. Held in the parking lot from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. airdrie.ca

Sept. 12

6TH ANNUAL AIRDIRONDACK ART PROJECT AUCTION AND GALA

McArthurs Fine Furniture This black-tie event presented by Ravenswood is the highlight of ARTember and the annual fundraiser for the Creative Airdrie Society. Featuring the live auction of 12 original works of art on handcrafted Adirondack chairs. Entertainment, wine, craft beers, gourmet food and more. More information and tickets online. creativeairdrie.ca

Sept. 12-13

STEAM AND STATIONARY ENGINES

Pioneer Acres (Irricana) An event that highlights several stationary and portable steam engines as well as a 65 HP Case steam tractor. Visitors can also enjoy an impressive collection of internal combustion engines. Early settlers used these stationary engines to pump water, lift grain in elevators, operate blacksmith and woodworking shops, produce electricity and perform a host of other tasks. pioneeracres.ab.ca

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Nov. 1

Airdrie Food Bank Moving to a new date and location in 2015, this family-friendly celebration of local talent in visual and performing arts draws the community together, brings awareness to local hunger issues and raises funds for Airdrie Food Bank. emptybowlsairdrie.com

Crossfield Community Centre Hosted by the Crossfield Farmers Market, this show features seasonal vendors and product as well as regulars from the summer season. Watch for Santa (plus a photographer) on site! Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for details.

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Airdrie Ag Park The Airdrie and District Agricultural Society (ADAS) is proud to host this annual harvest event. Horse teams and vintage equipment will be used to harvest the grain planted in spring. This informational demo and event offers something for the very small to the very tall, from the city dweller to those with rural roots. Located 3 kilometres west of Airdrie on Big Hill Springs Road. Runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. airdrieagsociety.com

Airdrie Public Library BMO Kingsview Author Series: Tyler Trafford airdriepubliclibrary.ca

9TH ANNUAL EMPTY BOWLS ARTS FESTIVAL

ART OF THE HARVEST

Sept. 26-27

CULTURE AT THE CREEK

Nose Creek Park Airdrie’s celebration of Alberta Culture Days, providing free activities for all ages. Music, food, arts, cultural performances and much more. artember.ca

October

AIRSCARES HAUNTED ATTRACTION

A haunted attraction offering tricks and frights sure to scare! NOTE: not for young children. All proceeds directly support the Boys and Girls Club of Airdrie. Exact location, dates, times and ticket prices available online. airscares.com

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CHRISTMAS MARKET

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Nov. 6-7

AIRDRIE CHRISTMAS SHOW

Town and Country Centre Airdrie Farmers Market hosts this show featuring regular market vendors as well as baked goods and holiday-themed crafts and gifts. airdriefarmersmarket.com

Nov. 14-15

MRS. CLAUS’ SHOP HOLIDAY MARKET

Town and Country Centre See what more than 55 local crafters, bakers, artisans and small-business owners have to offer over the holiday season. Santa will be available for pictures. Presented by Hat’s On Productions.

Admission is free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Nov. 27

AUTHOR VISIT

Airdrie Public Library BMO Kingsview Author Series: Ali Bryan airdriepubliclibrary.ca

December

SANTA CLAUS PARADE

Main Street Watch Santa and numerous floats roll down Main Street and light up downtown. A fun, festive way to get ready for the holidays. Event date TBA. airdrieparades.com

Dec. 1-31

AIRDRIE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Nose Creek Park One of Canada’s largest outdoor light displays, the Airdrie Festival of Lights has been dazzling visitors for 20 years! Come out for a winter’s walk (or take the miniature trains!), grab a cup of hot chocolate, warm yourself by the fire and enjoy some good old-fashioned family fun and holiday cheer. Runs 6 to 9 p.m. every night in December, including Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Admission by cash donation; parking is free. See story page 16. airdriefestivaloflights.com

Dec. 31

NEW YEAR’S EVE FIREWORKS

East Lake Park Ring in the new year with some community spirit and enjoy the child-friendly firework display.

Approximate start time is 6:30 p.m.

Show is about 15 minutes long. airdrie.ca

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Bert Church Theatre Join Airdrie’s arts and culture community at this stunning evening chock-full of live entertainment on the Bert Church Theatre stage as awards are presented to the art community and its patrons. Exact date TBA. creativeairdrie.ca

Genesis Place Enjoy a variety of home and lifestyle solutions plus entertainment and the ARTS Show & Sale. airdriehomeshow.ca

AIRDRIE MAYOR’S NIGHT OF THE ARTS

January - June

ART IN THE LIBRARY

Airdrie Public Library Events include: January-February: Sparrow & Fig by Chelsea George + Alicia Laurin; March-April: Visual Perception by Bert Church, George McDougall, St. Martin de Porres and W.H. Croxford High School students; May-June: Rabbit in the Rockery by Heather Plimmer. airdriepubliclibrary.ca

Jan. 29

AIRDRIE HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW

April 30

OLD TYME SPRING SEEDING DEMO

Airdrie Ag Park The Airdrie and District Agricultural Society (ADAS) is pleased to host a special seeding demonstration where visitors will see horses and antique tractors and equipment used. The field will be prepared with the turning of soil in the morning in preparation for seeding in the afternoon. An informative and exciting event for all ages.

Located 3 kilometres west of Airdrie on Big Hill Springs Road. Runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. airdrieagsociety.com

FAMILY LITERACY DAY

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Enjoy traditional country music and a toe-tapping fun time with performances by yodelers, Swiss dancers, alphorn players and more at this popular annual event. Event date TBA. Call 403-9481961 for details.

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Genesis Place Cheer on participants as they put their swimming, biking and running skills to the test at this annual event. Details online. multisportcanada.com

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“In the late fall of 1996 a small group of citizens were brought together to look into the possibilities of starting a Festival of Lights in Airdrie. In just over three months the displays were ordered, delivered and erected. Unfortunately for us we opened in the worst winter in 40 years and the majority of days were in the minus 30 temperatures. Despite these weather conditions 50,000 people visited the Festival.”

“It is the only display where someone with a limited budget can get in for nothing and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas, without costing them an arm and a leg.”

These recollections from the original members of the Airdrie Festival of Lights still glow warmly in the hearts of the 2015 board of directors.

This year the Festival is celebrating 20 years of turning Nose Creek Park in the heart of Airdrie into a winter wonderland – the largest outdoor walk-through light display in Western Canada.

Last year more than 60,000 people strolled the park paths lit with thousands and thousands of Christmas bulbs while sipping hot chocolate and warming their hands by the fire pits generously set up throughout the park.

The 2015 board is happy that they can still honour the admission by cash donation (recognizing that many families have limited budgets) and proud that a great deal of the funds generated are redirected back into the community through several partner organizations and non-profits.

This year Nose Creek Park will continue to glow with two brightly coloured trains cheerfully chugging through the park much to the delight of children of all ages. There are plans for special entertainment throughout the 31 days the Festival is in operation including

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plenty of face time for the kids with Santa himself. Live musical performances, movie nights and a new mascot are all planned for the park under the glow of the Festival.

And the cost of a hot chocolate and a train ride has not increased since 1996! (Still a bargain at $2 each.)

The Festival is open nightly Dec. 1 to 31 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

(In severe weather there is limited activity but the park is always open and the lights on!)

And be on the lookout for a new mascot this year, created especially for the 20th year to help spread the glow.

It’s a massive undertaking to bring the Festival of Lights to life and as organizers say, “We can’t glow without you!” If you are looking for a way to get into the holiday spirit, why not consider volunteering for an evening? You will definitely feel the glow!

To learn more about the Festival of Lights go to airdriefestivaloflights.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates.

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Airdrie has seen some exciting growth in the arts and culture community, especially with the energy and guidance of the Creative Airdrie Society and the Airdrie Regional Arts Society. A visit to Airdrie would not be complete without stopping to explore some of these colourful pieces created by both local artists and renowned Canadian artists. And be sure to mark your calendar for the ARTember Festival Sept. 12-27 which includes special opportunities to discover even more visual arts including Empty Bowls and Culture at the Creek.

1. The Collaboration Project Drop by the Chinook Winds fire hall’s main foyer between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and enjoy the work of abstract artist Koos de Jongh. Organized into three distinct panels, the installation of paintings takes advantage of the hall’s unique open design.

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Located at the entrance to Nose Creek Park on Main Street, this is one of the few free spaces for aerosol art in the province and gives artists the opportunity to share their talents. Artists come from far and wide year round so the artwork is always changing. Watch for a free workshop Sept. 26-27 during ARTember, Airdrie’s citywide celebration of arts and culture. creativeairdrie.ca MAP LOCATOR AA03

3. Gwacheon Totems Six handcrafted totem poles stand in Gwacheon Park (part of Nose Creek Park), donated by Airdrie’s sister city, Gwacheon, South Korea. The totem poles were received as a gift to commemorate 10 years of sister-city relations and friendship between Gwacheon and Airdrie.

Gwacheon artisan Kim Ji-Moung crafted the totems.

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At the clubhouse inside the park, an impressive mural by artists from the Airdrie Regional Arts Society is underway. Currently visitors can see a dramatic full-wall-length painting of a steam engine powering its way across a wooden trestle over a deep mountain gorge. When complete the mural with span all four walls. You can see the work in progress during regular visitor hours. ironhorsepark.net MAP LOCATOR G13

5. McGillivray Park Sculpture The developers of the Creekside Crossing shopping area installed a twisted stainless-steel sculpture by metal artist Dan Hlus as part of the park space which is dedicated to fur trader Duncan McGillivray, who actually travelled just northwest of present-day Airdrie.

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6. Miller Mural What was once just an old metal storage facility has since become art. The owners of the property, Miller Trucking, hired area artists Zach Abbott and Graham Masters to make the transformation. The colourful piece is becoming a popular backdrop for wedding photos and is worth exploring up close. See how the artists worked with corrugated metal to create ‘waves of art’ for all to enjoy. creativeairdrie.ca MAP LOCATOR H10

7. Honouring the Ancestors The traffic utility box was turned into a work of art in September 2012 by local artist Veronica Funk as part of the Awesome Airdrie initiative. The design was selected by businesses near the intersection and the finished art piece has enhanced the streetscape tremendously. There are plans to turn more utility boxes into public art displays in the future. creativeairdrie.ca

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Two of Airdrie’s northwest neighbourhoods boast sculptures for all to enjoy. Both are by Cochrane bronze sculptors Don and Shirley Begg. The Reunion statue honours the Bowen family, which originally farmed the land. The image of the little girl and the picnic basket reflects the Bowens’ family values, and recalls the fact that they were often seen enjoying picnics together in the early 1900s.

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9. Sagewood Sculpture The Sagewood statue’s theme was chosen because of Airdrie residents’ love of soccer and the neighbourhood’s close proximity to the Monklands soccer fields. The statue of a young soccer player is based on a local boy named Gordie, and the Airdrie Soccer Association logo is immortalized on the statue.

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10. Main Street Art Project At Centre Avenue and Main Street, discover the work of hundreds of Airdrie residents along a 300-foot mural on an empty lot. The Main Street Art Project combines the talents of more than 30 artists and 1,100 eager volunteers. Each panel of the mural contains a curving grey line which represents the pathways that connect Airdrie residents to each other. The Main Street Art Project is a temporary exhibit. It will remain at its current location until construction begins at the site. creativeairdrie.ca MAP LOCATOR I10

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Throughout the year, Airdrie Public Library (APL) plays host to local, regional and travelling art, with six exhibitions a year of approximately 70 pieces each. With more than 445 visitors coming through the library’s doors each day, the APL art gallery is an important cultural stop in the community. airdriepubliclibrary.ca MAP LOCATOR I11

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The Centennial Sphere sculpture outside City Hall on Main Street was a community-driven art project created to celebrate Airdrie’s Centennial in 2009. The piece was created by Cochrane artist Honsun Chu. The main foyer and meeting rooms at City Hall also feature local art displays.

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Talk about thinking outside the box! Airdrie hosts the only artist-designed wraps in the province.

There are currently 10 wraps, with plans to turn 10 more cubicles into public art displays in 2015.

To find them all, visit creativeairdrie.ca

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15. The Centre Murals The Boys & Girls Club Mural in Airdrie is home to an awesome series of three art pieces created by local artists Michelle Pickering, Zach Abbot and Jessica Bennett. The display is open to the public Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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16. Out of the Blue - Genesis Place 14. Ravenswood AIRdirondack Art Project From June through September discover a dozen original works of art on AIRdirondack chairs displayed around the city. These one-of-a-kind masterpieces are auctioned off Sept. 12 at a gala fundraiser for Creative Airdrie. Learn more at creativeairdrie.ca

In the windows of Genesis Place, near the indoor soccer fields, discover the stained glass work Out of the Blue by Heinz and Patricia Demes. Whimsical in design, it features the contemporary treatment of images on vibrant, colourful modern glass, created with classic techniques and modern construction.

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17. Metal Tiles - Genesis Place While at Genesis Place, check out the metal tiles created in Phase One by Airdrie school children to create a lasting legacy. Be sure to stand back; the tiles represent a panoramic view of the landscape of Airdrie.

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18. Applause - Bert Church Theatre The newest public art in Airdrie appears on the inside AND outside of the Bert Church Theatre. Chosen by the community, the series of applauding hands by Ontario artist James C. Smith is a clear demonstration of the newfound enthusiasm for the arts in Airdrie. thebertchurchtheatre.com MAP LOCATOR M14

19. Artists’ Alley The corner of Eighth Street and First Avenue is where more than 30 colourful banners fly proudly during the spring/summer and fall. The banners are the works of Airdrie and area artists and students who submitted their art for adjudication. The joint project of the Creative Airdrie Society, Airdrie Regional Arts Society, the City of Airdrie and Camgill Developments brightens the streetscape brilliantly. To match artists to their banners go to creativeairdrie.ca MAP LOCATOR G10

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During Sept. 12-27, Airdrie’s art community is out in full force with more than 30 businesses and restaurants proudly displaying local art. Even a visit to the bank becomes more colourful during the 16-day celebration called ARTember. The last weekend (Sept. 26-27) is celebrated as Culture at the Creek in Nose Creek Park. Here, many Airdrie artisans display and demonstrate their work, from wood carvers to potters, to jewelry and canvas. This is a great opportunity to meet the artists and take home a creative souvenir from Airdrie. The Culture at the Creek weekend is a free, hands-on, activity-filled experience for all ages to explore all forms of art and enjoy live music and dance performances as well as local food trucks.

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21. Empty Bowls Art Festival

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This 9th annual celebration of local talent in visual and performing arts takes place Sept. 19 at Airdrie Food Bank. Fun for all ages, the event – held in conjunction with ARTember festivities for the first time in 2015 – brings the community together while raising awareness for local hunger issues. All fund raised support Airdrie Food Bank. emptybowlsairdrie.com MAP LOCATOR AA03

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A fully equipped, live performing arts facility, Bert Church Live Theatre presents an outstanding lineup of professional acts each season.

Located on the east side of Airdrie right next to Genesis Place and East Lake Park, the 377-seat facility provides audiences with a unique opportunity to experience world-renowned performers in a local setting.

With professional-grade sound and lighting systems, the theatre features an up-close-andpersonal experience.

Parking is free for all guests, and the facility is completely wheelchair accessible.

NOTE: Shows may be subject to change. Be sure to visit thebertchurchtheatre.com for full details, and a complete list of shows.

2015

MARIE-JOSÉE LORD TRIO Friday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m.

JOHN MCDERMOTT TRIO Saturday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.

MARTHA WAINWRIGHT Saturday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

CHRISTINE TASSAN ET LES IMPOSTEuRES Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

SIx GuITARS (Theatrical) Saturday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

LIzzY HOYT (Fiddle) Saturday, Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m.

THE ARROGANT WORMS Saturday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m.

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2016

INTERNATIONAL GuITAR NIGHT Saturday, Jan. 23 at 7:30 p.m.

LuNCH AT ALLEN’S Saturday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m.

WILL STROET: WILL’S JAMS Saturday, Jan. 24 at 2:30 p.m.

PRAIRIE MOuNTAIN FIDDLERS Saturday, April 2 at 2:30 p.m.

ROYAL WOOD Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m.

LISA BROKOP: THE PATSY CLINE PROJECT Friday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m.

GRIM AND FISCHER BY WONDERHEADS (Mask Theatre) Sunday, Feb. 14 at 2:30 p.m.

KIRBY SEWELL BAND Saturday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m.

CALGARY OPERA: THE MAGIC FLUTE Sunday, March 13 at 2:30 p.m.

DAvID MYLES Saturday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.

DuFFLEBAG THEATRE: SNOW WHITE Sunday, April 17 at 2:30 p.m.

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Paros on Main Daily Lunch Specials Traditional music, dancing

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SHOPPING

Great finds and one-of-a-kinds

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hether you have hours to browse or a few days to indulge in some serious retail therapy, prepare to fall in love with Airdrie’s shopping scene.

Blending small-town service with bigcity style and selection, many shops are original, owner-operated businesses that draw clientele from far and wide.

From handcrafted pieces to designer duds and everything in between, Airdrie’s shopping scene has something for everyone.

The Butcher Shoppe This award-winning full-service butcher shop is dedicated to homemade products and natural ingredients. Whether you’re staying with friends or gathering supplies for a road or camping trip, The Butcher Shoppe has the best to offer in local beef, pork, lamb, veal, buffalo and elk; free-range poultry; and a wide assortment of seafood. From the smokehouse, enjoy items like ham, bacon, beef jerky, maple sticks, salmon and more than 40 varieties of sausage. The shop also offers an extensive line of sandwich meats. Most of the items are made in store with no fillers or msg, and are completely gluten- and lactose-free. Deli items made fresh every day include homemade soups, fresh salads (with homemade dressings), subs, sandwiches, desserts and more. thebutchershoppe.ca MAP LOCATOR I12

Cheap Smokes Featuring a large variety of Cuban, non-Cuban and flavoured cigars, this one-stop shop will please the cigar aficionado as well as anyone looking for a unique gift. All major cigarette brands – including many specialty cigarettes – are sold by the pack or carton and restocked daily. Vape, e-cigarettes and e-juice are other popular items in store.

Pipe and smokeless tobacco as well as smoking accessories and gift items such as lighters, humidors and humidor accessories, cigaretterolling machines, tar-filtering products and a wide selection of ashtrays are also stocked. Including their flagship Airdrie store, Cheap Smokes offers nine locations around Alberta. cheapsmokescanada.com MAP LOCATOR I12

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CrossIron Mills South on the Queen Elizabeth 2 Highway, just a five-minute drive from Airdrie, this 1.4-million-square-foot mall offers more than 200 shops, including designer-outlet and brand-name stores, as well as a large food court, play area for children and movie theatre. crossironmills.com

The Store Upstairs and Airdrie Pharmasave There are many benefits to taking the stairs when you visit The Store Upstairs, located above Airdrie Pharmasave. Both floors will delight you with an incredible selection of top brands and trending styles in fashion, swim and beach wear, accessories, footwear, cosmetics, home decor, gifts and hard-to-find toys. This locally owned-and-operated gem is a great place to hunt for special finds no matter the time of year. Visiting Airdrie during the Halloween or Christmas season? Be sure to check out the incredible selection of seasonal decor items. thestoreupstairs.com MAP LOCATOR H11

Mrs. Claus’ Shop Christmas Market Get into the holiday spirit at this fourth annual Christmas-themed market, offering treasures from more than 55 local crafters, bakers, artisans and small business owners. Bring the kids as Santa will be available for pictures. Presented by Hat’s On Productions and held at the Town and Country Centre, the market takes place Nov. 14 and 15, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. mrsclausshop.ca MAP LOCATOR K9

Rustic Ranch Furniture This customer-focused family-owned-and-operated furniture and decor store blends city living with country charm, offering something to suit every space. Whether in the mood to shop or just take a leisurely browse, the 33,000-square-foot showroom is sure to delight, with a wide variety of beautifully crafted furniture – from classic pieces to reclaimed, rustic and western finds – and home decor accents and gifts for the home, office, or home away from home.

Looking to bring a little bit of country back to the city? Check out the western-themed hardware, such as longhorn drawer pulls, cowboyboot knobs and barbed-wire salt-and-pepper shakers. Puzzle-piece wall art and picture frames are among numerous great gift ideas.

Fall in love with an item too large to fit in your suitcase or the family vehicle? Never fear: Rustic Ranch Furniture offers shipping throughout Canada and the U.S. rusticranch.ca MAP LOCATOR I01

The place to shop for the finest foods for your camping or back yard bbq meal.

Voted Airdrie's Best Beef

:: Specializing in gluten free products :: All natural meats :: Marinated and packaged for camping :: 30 varieties of smoked sausages :: All salads made in-store

403-948-9572 | www.thebutchershoppe.ca | Towerlane II - 705 Main Street Airdrie, AB

BOGO FREE!

DINE IN | TAKE AWAY | DELIVERY | CATERING

FEEL GOOD AFTER YOU EAT.

4101-35 MACKENZIE WAY SW AIRDRIE , AB T4B 0V7 587-775-8899 Corner of 1st Ave. & 8 St. SW

Buy One Get One FREE!

Buy one menu item and get the second menu item of equal or less value for free. Not valid with any other promotions. No cash value. One coupon per person per visit. Valid at Airdrie Chopped Leaf location only. Expires May 31, 2016.

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Airdrie’s BEST Burgers

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Corey Wine tackles the Rita Challenge at Canadian Brewhouse

Local foodie tackles his toughest assignment – rating Airdrie’s burger bites STORY BY COREY WINE | PHOTO BY SERGEI BELSKI Original Joe’s

Brewsters

18+ establishment First up the OJ’s Kona Burger. Accompanying my burger were some awesome fries and gravy, as well as a nice caesar salad. I gotta tell ya, the first bite melted in my mouth. This burger had mayo, tomato, melted mozzarella, grilled pineapple, lettuce, red onion and teriyaki sauce! Biting into it, it had the perfect amount of ‘squish’!

This burger was anything but sloppy. It held together and still had every topping intact to the last bite! The key to making this burger extraordinary for me was the teriyaki sauce plus the red onions and grilled pineapple. The mozzarella was pretty darn good, too, now that I think of it! All of this goodness was delicately bedded in a warm, soft brioche bun.

Presentation: 8 Taste: 10

All-ages establishment I went for the Brewsters Burger: fresh pressed brisket patty, Bow Valley BBQ sauce, bacon, cheddar, sautéed mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, dill pickle. I accompanied the burger with fries and gravy, of course, and a Coke. The fries and gravy were nice and hot. Great flavour! The burger was nice and hot as well. Everything tasted good. All in all, I think I want to come back for the great ambiance that I found at Brewsters and try its Frogburger (fresh pressed brisket patty, Frogsauce, white cheddar, grilled red onion, lettuce, tomato, dill pickle).

Presentation: 6 Taste: 5

Toad ‘n’ Turtle Pubhouse & Grill 18+ establishment Next on the list was Toad ‘n’ Turtle Pubhouse & Grill. I ordered the Loaded Toad Burger. For some reason, my hopes weren’t up on it.

Dunno why, but when it was delivered right under my nose, it was picture perfect! This creation must have stood a whopping eight inches high! It was solid! No skimping with the Loaded Toad Burger.

I didn’t even know how to approach it. It was a bit of a topic at our table when, finally, someone recommended that I squash it down with my hand to be able to work with this massive burger. This was a six-ounce patty with juicy pulled pork (What? I know.), three huge (yuge) onion rings, smoked Gouda (it was sooo gooda!), lettuce, tomato, sweet onion (mmmmmm), dill pickle, Rufus Teague barbecue sauce, all on a grilled bun. (Yes, I took my Prevacid before going.) I ordered fries and gravy (as I planned to do with all my reviews) but there were many side options available, including quinoa salad. (Why anyone would order a nice, light quinoa salad to go with their mammoth burger is beyond me.) The first bite was tough but amazing. I got a little bit of everything … and there was a lot of everything. The burger got easier to consume with every bite. It still took time, though. I would hold this heavy guy in both hands and turn it around and tilt it from side to side to figure out where I should bite next. I am a fast eater, yet I chipped away at this stone for a good 20 minutes and, amazingly, only one napkin was required.

Presentation: 9 Taste: 8

Pour Beer Market & Grill 18+ establishment, but minors are welcome until 7 p.m. every Sunday I jetted over to Pour Beer Market in my next quest to find Airdrie’s best burger. I’m a sucker for blue cheese and got sucked right in to the Black & Blue Burger: Danish blue cheese, sautéed mushrooms and onion. Oh, so rich. The blue cheese seemed to get heartier and more robust as the munching continued. The accompanying peppery fries and gravy were a nice twist. The meal looked nice on its plate and it was exactly what I needed to fill that afternoon void. It hit the spot!

Presentation: 8 Taste: 7

Ricky’s All Day Grill All-ages establishment I ventured over to Ricky’s for a quick burger, fries with gravy and a Coke during my lunch break. It didn’t take me long to decide on the Radical Bacon Cheeseburger: maple bacon and a sharp Cheddar crisp, then even more sharp Cheddar melted on an eight-ounce beef burger seasoned with pepper medley; with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, crunchy onion tanglers and mayo. WOW – freakin’ awesome! If you are fanatical about cheese on your cheeseburger, I’m tellin’ you, this is the cheesiest burger I have ever had! The secret is that sharp cheddar crisp … it’s wicked! The fries and gravy held their ground perfectly and, oh yeah, the pickle was a great addition as well!

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Abe’s Restaurant All-ages establishment Newcomer to Airdrie, Abe’s really sparked my curiosity so, I strolled right into this diner-feel restaurant and ordered the Big Lion Burger and yep, you guessed it, fries and gravy. It was a cool atmosphere, watching the chef grill my burger. Sitting at the front counter, I had the opportunity to partake in friendly banter with the waitresses, manager and chef. One thing they don’t need to fine tune is their Big Lion Burger. When the plate was ready I was impressed by its initial presentation. This burger was tall and proud! We’re talking a double-stacked beef burger, cheddar cheese, onions, pickles and Abe’s secret sauce … and I’ve never had an olive on top of my burger before! I had this thing woofed in no time. All in all, it was a good first impression with Abe’s.

Presentation: 7 Taste: 6

The Canadian Brewhouse All ages until 8 p.m. nightly, when it becomes an 18+ establishment “All right … breathe … here we go … you can do this, Corey!”

Those were the last thoughts in my head as the manager and two staff members brought out my meal. I was about to take the Rita Challenge at the newly opened Canadian Brewhouse. We’re talkin’ 5.5 pounds of lunch! Six patties on the McBurger, with all the fixings, served with a large poutine. Did I say large? It was YUGE! What is the Rita Challenge, you ask? Well, if you mow 4+ lbs. of beef and cheese, as well as the 1+ lb. cheesy poutine within an hour, your meal is free! I only had about a 48-hour notice for this challenge so I had to act fast. I Googled. I YouTubed. I had to prepare my stomach for the big day. The day before, I bought and ate a 5.5 lb. bag of gala apples and drank a load of water. That is how serious I was to WIN! Wanna know how I did? Well, I focused only on the burger, but you have to understand that each patty is humongous and covered in its own slice of beautiful cheese. After the first two patties, I was a bit awestruck from the incredible taste I was getting just from the burger and cheese alone! I continued my mantra: “I can do this.” By the fourth slab of beef, I started looking at the clock and wiping my forehead of perspiration. I wasn’t going to make it. Either time would run out or my belly would explode. I decided to make my own goal of scarfing only the burger within the hour but leave the poutine alone. And … I finished every burger patty, plus lettuce, tomato, pickle and buns, in 59 minutes! I was pretty impressed with myself as my wife, daughter Leah and the new fans I made along the way cheered my success. I rewarded myself with a frosty pint of Budweiser as I watched Lisa and Leah pick away at the mountain of poutine. What a great experience it was! But I hope I never have to do something like it again. Lol. Presentation: 10 Taste: 7

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The Woods All-ages establishment And the Best Fries Award goes to The Woods at Woodside Golf. I was given the option of sitting inside or taking advantage of the outdoor patio and view of the amenities. Rather than getting caught up watching golfers practise their drives, chips and putts, I decided I needed focus while completing my Burger Tour de Airdrie and opted to stay inside. Besides, it was way too early in the season for me to start thinking about how I’m going to correct my slice this year! I was there for FOOD and, more specifically, the Woodside Fairway Prime Rib Burger: signature homemade prime-rib burger with crisp lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced dill pickles, sautéed white mushroom, double-smoked bacon, blanketed with cheddar cheese and served on a toasted sesame bun. No bells, no whistles, just premium food went into this bacon cheeseburger. I could taste every ingredient with each bite-sized morsel. This burger was fantastic, the staff were professional and friendly and Holy %&@*, those fries!

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Corey’s Top Eight Burgers 1. OJ’s Kona Burger 2. Toad ‘n’ Turtle’s Loaded Toad Burger 3. Canadian Brewhouse’s Rita Challenge 4. Pour Beer Market’s Black & Blue Burger 5. The Woods’ Fairway Prime Rib Burger 6. Ricky’s Radical Bacon Cheeseburger 7. Abe’s Big Lion Burger 8. Brewsters’ Brewsters Burger

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Around the world in Airdrie boasts some fabulous local chef-owned restaurants. We always prefer to spend our money here because the experience is infinitely more rewarding – from both a service and taste perspective.

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Taj Indian Voted “Best Alberta Indian in 2013, 2014” by Urban Spoon, Taj ALWAYS makes our list of food experiences. Don’t be afraid of dishes with exotic-sounding names like Kalmi Bharwan Tangri (stuffed drumsticks); our theory is the harder it is to say, the better it tastes!

The new owners Ankur Goklaney and Sudheer Moola are both highly trained chefs who take turns running the kitchen so the other is out connecting with customers. Their motto is “Atithi Devo Bhav,” which is Sanskrit for “A guest is like God.” How’s that for setting the bar?

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Thai Charm Charming, indeed – owner Killinut Nya has brought the treasured tastes of Thailand to town! NO sauces out of jars here; everything is made in house using family recipes. Fresh is the No. 1 ingredient.

We highly recommend the Drunken Noodles with house-roasted hot chili paste and the Basil Fried Rice.

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Paros It’s all Greek to us and thank God! Effrosino and her staff embrace Greek culture with flaming saganaki cheese (TRUST US AND ORDER IT) and the most garlic-infused tzatziki we have ever eaten. Everything on the menu is delish. We can’t say enough; besides, our mouths are too full of calamari and souvlaki.

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The Woods How does a golf-course restaurant make the list? How about gourmet grilled-cheese sandwiches and perhaps the zenest-best patio location (facing the front nine and the best sunset view) in town.

P.S. The ribs are considered the best in the city by our friend and self-proclaimed rib connoisseur, Matt Carre. (You can read his 2014 Man’s Guide to Dining Out at eatplaystayairdrie.ca)

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Finally ... after a year away for a move into a brand-new location, Umesh Singh and the team are back! The bright, modern space also boasts Airdrie’s only waterfront patio. (We see ourselves parked here every Friday night this summer). We whiled away many cold winter nights dreaming about the Lobster Balinese and rack of lamb.

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Rico’s in the Village Tapas and wine. Can there be a better combination? How about placing it all in the funkiest little house, with the debonair Rico Pacheco stopping by to refresh your wine glass? Rico’s is known as the most romantic place to dine, but his better-kept secret is his patio out front, surrounded by lilac trees. Once inside you forget you are in Airdrie, and from the music drifting over the speakers and the fresh pebro at your side, if you squint ever so slightly, you are in Spain.

Japanese and Korean flavours can mingle at your table. Eliz Jung and her sushi chefs prepare fresh original takes on your favourite rolls, sashimi and sizzling plates of Korean barbecue.

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Just Desserts - Avenue Cakery & Bakery Airdrie is also home to the Avenue Cakery & Bakery – and you will discover just why Deb Macleod has more than 5,000 likes on Facebook … her cakes, cupcakes, squares, cookies and cinnamon buns are coveted, craved and clamoured over. While in line salivating, check out the walls covered in photos of the exceptional specialorder masterpieces she and her team have created. We think she could win Cake Boss hands down!

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Amato Gelato

Rose Rosse/Ilforno Pizzeria

We have to give a shout out to Amato Gelato – while technically a chain (they carry the Mario’s Gelati line from Vancouver), owners Shaireen and Al Jina have personalized their café experience and added to the gelato and sorbet experience with fresh handmade crepes! When we need our Italian ice cream fix we head straight to Amato Gelato. With gourmet flavours like hedgehog, green tea and amaretto we can find about 70 different excuses to stop in for a spoonful!

Stop the press: if you have never had pizza from a wood-burning oven, you are seriously missing out. Imported from Italy, the brightred ilforno oven releases the traditional Naples pizza as if you were really there. Owner Sal Monna has mastered the light and delicate nature of the ilforno pizza (think fresh arugula and prosciutto) while upstairs in the dining room wife Anna Marie is the goddess of pasta dishes. This is authentic Italian at its best. Prego!

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Time to unwind story and photos by Kurtis Kristianson

Airdrie has grown exponentially since we published our Pubs and Patios review in the 2012 edition of this guide. This time around, we share the goods on our visits to five of Airdrie’s newer hot spots for an afternoon or evening of relaxing out.

Pour Beer Market & Grill

The furniture is a little classier then the average outdoor patio set and the trees are a nice touch. One of the first things we noticed was that the music was from a fairly generic station and never at any point was it too loud to have to talk over.

The service was also just right, with enough attention to our drinks and orders and never at any time intrusive or annoying. The craft beer selection was quite extensive and even included a variety of ciders and non-alcoholic options for those wanting a choice. The menu was impressive to begin with, but once the plate hits the table your expectations will be exceeded. The presentation is clean and fresh (and the food tastes amazing) while still offering something for every appetite, including a series of gluten-free options.

There was very little we could find wrong with Pour Beer Market – great atmosphere, food and prices make this a potential ‘sure thing’ for fast lunches and great get-togethers. A great place to visit late afternoon to wind down and relax with family or friends before you move on to late-night activities.

Toad ‘n’ Turtle Pubhouse and Grill Reaching the top of the stairs leading to the patio of the Toad ‘n’ Turtle, we were immediately hit by a wall of noise and activity; this place was packed. We did manage to find a few seats at the bar directly in front of the two patio chefs cranking out the simple wings and nachos orders on the rooftop barbecues. Our

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waitress was quick to ask for our drink order and we found out with a puzzled look that the beer selection was limited to a few domestics. Ordering a domestic beer is not a deal-breaker, so I sat drinking my Keith’s while watching the chefs whirl about the semi-surf decor with reggae music blasting in the background.

The Toad ‘n’ Turtle was exactly what is was designed to be: a simple social hub where you can count on good food and a beer and get on with your night. This is where I would go later on a Friday or Saturday night and spend a few hours hanging out with friends. The place is loud, colourful and busy, and to tell you the truth, it’s where you want to end up at after you’ve been anywhere else.

Rico’s in the Village Rico’s in the Village is a must for anyone who wants to try the tapas experience, and for regulars it is a weekly ritual. The patio is a very simple but cheery space with nice floral decor, much like a small Italian café, and requires a reservation unless you want to chance a walk-in. Rico’s is a very busy place with only Rico and a prep cook creating fresh dishes and drinks for the limited number of guests the restaurant can accommodate per night. But that is what the tapas experience is about – a few friends sitting down for a purely social connection while tasting a series of SpanishChilean dishes and international wines. It’s not uncommon for Rico

himself to stop by a table and interact with his guests, making the whole dining and patio experience feel like a short jaunt out of the country.

The menu is simple, as Rico manages most of the kitchen and every creation is made fresh daily.

Rico’s is the place to start a little earlier. Plan to take your time and bring good company to enjoy a variety of amazing dishes.

During the warm days of summer you will love being on this patio and the feeling of getting away. ricosinthevillage.ca

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Good Earth Café Why is a coffee shop on the patio list? Well, because they have a nice south/west exposure and you can order a beer or glass of wine after 5 p.m., grab a tapas tray of cheese and goodies and if you show up on Saturday night – get some awesome live music to go with it!

Peppercorns At press time the restaurant was just back in business and awaiting the warm weather to set up their first-ever patio. We are really looking forward to enjoying an elegant meal and a good bottle of red on yes – it’s true – Airdrie’s only waterfront patio! peppercornsairdrie.ca MAP LOCATOR Y06

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Child-Friendly

Get your smile on Airdrie offers fun for your inner child ... as well as the child at your side

Slide, skate and spray all in one day Bring the entire family and unwind (or get wound up!) at Chinook Winds Park, featuring an imaginative playground with recycledtire groundcover, a skate park with more than 20,000 square feet of pavement, a spray park, volleyball courts, a concession and much more.

Take in a show Airdrie’s live performing arts scene is thriving with a variety of shows the whole family is sure to enjoy. The Bert Church Theatre regularly plays host to well-known children’s entertainers, interactive storytellers and musical acts across the genres. Visit bertchurchtheatre.com for scheduling and ticket information for performances such as Calgary Opera’s The Magic Flute (March 2016) – an introduction to opera for young audiences – and DuffleBag Theatre’s Three Musketeers (April 2016), a hilarious and unpredictable performance for all ages where the dream of living a fairy tales comes true.

Be a part of the largest birthday party in Airdrie There’s nothing like celebrating the country’s birthday (July 1!) in Airdrie! Start the day with the Kinsmen Club of Airdrie’s Canada Day breakfast at Towerlane Centre between 8 and 10 a.m. Enjoy family

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fun in the City Hall parking lot from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m.. Take in the exciting Canada Day Parade starting at 10 a.m. down Main Street, then head to Airdrie Public Library for a birthday barbecue. Visit Iron Horse Park – open 12 to 4 p.m. July 1 – and enjoy a miniature train ride. Pal around with man’s best friends at Nose Creek Park for the Wild Rose Humane Society’s Dog Day Afternoon, featuring an adopt-a-thon, vendor market, kids activities, agility demonstrations and more. Later in the afternoon, watch the Calgary Stampede Showband perform at Airdrie Farmers Market. As the day draws to a close, head to Ed Eggerer Athletic Park for family-friendly activities sure to keep the party going. OK to let the kids stay up late? Catch the fireworks behind Genesis Place around 10:45 p.m.

Get dribbling, or jump in the lazy river Genesis Place is a first-class recreation facility for families seeking an active day. Soccer pitches (with turf or without) and basketball courts make it easy to drop in and kick (or drop kick!) – or throw a ball around. (Balls are available at the front desk.) A top destination for water fun, Genesis Place’s aquatic facility offers a lazy river, leisure pool with spray-toy features, tot pool, water slide, dive tank and an aquatic climbing wall. (Note: the aquatic facility will be closed Aug. 1 - Oct. 31, 2015 for renovations.) Visit airdrie.ca for detailed schedules and facility availability. Families with children six and under will enjoy the onsite play structure, too.

Little Bites MAC-N-CHEESE

Head to Nose Creek Park

Oven-baked cheesy goodness with yummy breadcrumbs on top ... Good Earth Coffeehouse & Bakery’s take on this classic comfort-food dish is a kid favourite.

Give it a try (order your own; the kids are unlikely to want to share) and it’s sure to bring out the kid in you, too.

Grab some fresh produce from an Airdrie and area market or pick up takeout from one of Airdrie’s great restaurants and plan a family picnic at Airdrie’s Nose Creek Park, which boasts beautiful scenery, playgrounds, winding paved pathways, a fenced off-leash dog park, an amphitheatre, a fire pit and a concession area. September visitors to the park will enjoy Culture at the Creek (Sept.

26-27 in 2015), a bustling festival with free activities for all ages, including live music and cultural shows, art displays, food vendors and more. A full schedule of activities and performances closer to the date can be found at artember.ca.

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Airdrie Public Library (APL) is about so much more than books. A visit to this Airdrie gem promises something for everyone in the family, avid reader or not. With visiting authors; preliteracy programs for birth to age six; a variety of creative drop-in programs aimed at children of all ages; family programs, such as Stories & Crafts in three languages, Sunday Cinema and Family Fun Nights; adult information sessions on a wide variety of topics; Internet-accessible computers free for public use; and more, what’s not to love about the library?

Search for Santa The man in red’s no stranger to Airdrie during the Christmas season. Enjoy December’s Santa Claus Parade (details at airdrieparades.com) as numerous floats roll down Main Street and light up downtown. Santa can also be found at the Airdrie Festival of Lights as well as various Christmas markets in Airdrie and area leading up to the holidays.

Gelato, that is. With more than 70 flavours of Italian ice cream from which to choose at Amato Gelato, it’s not exactly kid’s stuff to pick just one favourite, but bubble gum is a sure winner! Non-dairy and no-sugar menu options help ensure there’s a treat in store for all.

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CHICKEN FINGERS & WORMS ‘N’ DIRT Crispy baked, not fried, the chicken fingers at Boston Pizza come kid-approved.

Substitute the fries with cucumber and red pepper strips, steamed veggies or a salad and you’ll feel better about letting the kids eat their worms – chocolate pudding squirming in gummy worms, to be more precise. Kids will enjoy the colouring activities provided.

A whole-wheat tortilla, chicken, cheddar, cheese and ranch dip on the side make this kids’ menu selection (just one of a number) great tasting and healthy, too.

Offering fresh and healthy chef-designed salads, appetizers, wraps, soups and sandwiches, Chopped Leaf makes eating your greens fun.

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CHEEZ WEDGIES Ricky’s All Day Grill knows how to serve up a grilled-cheese sandwich – overflowing with melted cheese! Served with fries (or substitute for a salad or mashed potatoes), it’s just one of the many kids menu options, and sure to be the only time your child celebrates a “wedgie”! Ask about the free toy from Ricky’s treasure chest, and for guests under age two only, the two free pancakes (served till 4 p.m.), mashed potatoes and gravy, or fruit cup.

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HAWAIIAN DELIGHT It’s a close race between Hawaiian Delight (cheese, smoked ham and Dole pineapple) and Lotsa Mozza for kids having a slice and eating it too at Sophie’s Pizza. Either way, both parents and kids will appreciate the use of only the freshest of ingredients, like real mozzarella, fresh roma tomatoes, made-fromscratch sauce and premium toppings, not to mention a delicious crust. The classic kid pizza favourites are elevated to new heights at Sophie’s Pizza.

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THE CUPCAKES Kids of all ages will adore pretty much EVERYTHING from The Avenue Cakery and Bakeshoppe, but with 12 to 15 flavours offered daily, we’ll cheat a little and pick cupcakes as the “one” favourite choice among the kids. Cookies ‘n’ Cream, Skor Bar, Creamsicle, Chocolate Pretzel ... so many choices. Luckily, the bakery offers a daily selection of mini cupcakes.

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H I S T O R Y A N D H E R I TA G E

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tarting out as a stop destination for the Calgary and Edmonton Railway Company train delivering mail, Airdrie has a rich history of settlers and railways.

Buildings were soon built along the railway, with workers living nearby to care for the train. Before long, general stores, blacksmith shops and a school were built to service the establishing families and growing number of people travelling to this tiny hamlet to begin a new life.

Receiving supplies by train, Airdrie grew to be a substantial size and, after much paperwork, was granted village status Sept. 9, 1909.

Airdrie has seen one of the highest growth rates in Canada – and is the fastest-growing city in Alberta today, with approximately 55,000 inhabitants. In 2014, the city’s population grew by 15 new residents per day.

Gwacheon Park Located within Nose Creek Park off Main Street and open year round, Gwacheon Park is an important landmark and home to six handcrafted totem poles donated to the City of Airdrie in 2007 by sister city Gwacheon, Korea to commemorate the 10th year of sharing a sister-city relationship. The park celebrates a sisterhood agreement that has greatly enriched the communities of Gwacheon and Airdrie with continued friendship and understanding between two diverse cultures.

Iron Horse Park Iron Horse Park is a train lover’s dream come true. Its miniature trains, track and landscape represent the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) from the prairies to the coast. Take the 1.6-kilometre interpretive journey aboard one of the 1/8th scale diesel or steam locomo-

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Where the Past Comes to Life tives at the park and get a feeling for what the railway was like in Western Canada during the pioneer days. The journey takes visitors over hills, across trestles and through tunnels across the varied landscape. The park is a work in progress, with plans to eventually add a small-scale farmstead, town and industries typical to the journey.

Situated at 820 Railway Gate, Iron Horse Park is open Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting, from Victoria Day weekend through Thanksgiving (May 17 to Oct. 11, 2015). The park will also be open Canada Day (from parade end till 4 p.m.) and as a participant in ARTember Sept. 26 and 27. Admission to the park is free but each journey costs $3 cash per person. Children under age three ride free but must be accompanied by an adult. ironhorsepark.net

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Nose Creek Valley Museum Preserving the past since 1988, the museum honours more than 100 years of local history and provides an interesting glimpse into Airdrie and surrounding area. With more than 10,000 artifacts, the museum has much to offer visitors including wildlife displays, a First Nation’s display, settler’s cabin, blacksmith shop, general store and barber shop. The museum’s collection also includes 4-H displays, antique cars and farm machinery, one of the largest arrowhead collections in Canada, and memorabilia from the First and Second World Wars.

Admission is $2 for adults; children under 12 are free. Museum activities include ongoing research, collection of artifacts and archival materials, creation of local history books, periodic art shows and displays, and guided tours. A selection of local history books, postcards, pins and souvenirs are available for purchase through the gift shop.

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Chinook Winds Park Located on Chinook Winds Drive, south of Yankee Valley Boulevard, Chinook Winds Park offers a variety of activities for kids of all ages. In addition to pathways, features include an imaginative playground, a skate park, a spray park, ball diamonds, a multi-use court, volleyball courts, a concession and, in winter, a boarded ice rink.

East Lake Athletic Park The focal point of sports and recreation in Airdrie is a massive park space located directly behind Genesis Place. East Lake Park is home to an eight-lane, state-of-the-art rubberized running track, a multi-use playing field, track and field, long jump and triple jump pits, a grandstand, as well as pathways that wind around a large water feature.

Fletcher Park Those with a need for speed and a love of BMX need look no further than Fletcher Park, located just a few blocks off Main Street. Host to the BMX Nationals in 2010, Fletcher Park is a top location for BMX riding on the hard dirt track, whether beginner or expert.

Genesis Place A complete destination for all ages, Airdrie’s recreation centre for swimming, athletics and drop-in classes is located at 800 East Lake Blvd. NE. Genesis Place offers an aquatic area that includes features such as a dive tank, leisure pool, lazy river, tot pool and six-lane competitive pool. In addition to dance and fitness studios, athletic facilities include two NHL-size arenas, twin indoor field houses (for soccer, lacrosse, basketball and more), a 200-metre indoor running track and double, full-sized gymnasiums. The gymnastics club offers summer evening drop-in for all ages as well as week-long summer camps. Child care, food services and a children’s play structure are also on site.

Ice Rinks Airdrie offers three indoor ice surfaces: Genesis Place Twin Arena; Plainsmen Arena; and the Ron Ebbesen Arena, home to the Airdrie Thunder, the city’s Junior B hockey team. Free public skating is offered at all three arenas. The City also maintains a total of five boarded outdoor rinks, three snowbank rinks and three natural ice surfaces. Open ice times and outdoor seasonal rink information is available at airdrie.ca

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Whether you’re looking to unwind or get energized, Airdrie’s the place to be. Boasting first-class athletic facilities, 61 playgrounds, a 98-kilometre maintained pathway and 636 groomed parkland acres, play time is just a hop, skip and a jump away.

Nose Creek Park Named for the creek that lazily runs through it, Nose Creek Park offers 40 acres of stunning natural area in the heart of the downtown core. Located off Main Street, with ample parking available, this family oriented park boasts playgrounds, a fire pit, winding paved pathways, beautiful scenery, a fenced off-leash dog park, an amphitheatre and a concession area.

Nose Creek Pond, found in the middle of the park, stocks trout twice over the summer months, offering recreational fishing (license required for ages 16 and up).

Tennis The City of Airdrie offers eight tennis courts for public use: East Lake Park (four courts); Summerhill (two courts); and the Tri-school site (two courts). Those at East Lake Park are the best non-club courts in Alberta, offering the plexipave surface used at both the Australian Open and U.S. Open Grand Slam tournaments. (Park at Genesis Place or in the parking lot just off East Lake Road near the Scouts Hall.)

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rural roots

Western Ways With a heritage rich in ranching and farming, Airdrie offers an active western and agricultural lifestyle. The city plays host to a variety of popular events annually.

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Airdrie and District Agricultural Society The Airdrie and District Agricultural Society (ADAS) is a family-friendly organization dedicated to promoting agriculture as well as a healthy relationship between rural and urban communities. Founded in 1909, the ADAS is a dynamic non-profit organization with a history of successful community contributions and a diverse membership base.

In addition to spearheading and supporting a variety of community projects, ADAS organizes and hosts a number of popular family-friendly events that connect Airdrie’s strong rural roots with the thriving urban centre it has now become. Highlights include a ranch-hand competition in July that showcases life on a working ranch; a fall fair in August; as well as an old-time harvest event in September and spring seeding demo in April. airdrieagsociety.com

Action from Airdrie’s Pro Rodeo

Airdrie Pro Rodeo

Bikes & Bulls Charity Event

Bringing world and Canadian rodeo champions and more than 10,000 spectators to the city over five days, the Airdrie Pro Rodeo never fails to cause excitement. Action-packed pro rodeo events include bareback and saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, steer riding, team roping, barrel racing and bull riding. Junior rodeo events include mutton busting, sheep and calf scrambles, barrel racing and wild pony races. A rodeo kick-off party takes place the evening of June 26, followed by rodeo events June 27 through July 1. Live music follows bull riding June 27 to 30. A short drive away from Airdrie, the rodeo grounds are located west on Highway 567.

The Airdrie Oilmen’s Association hosts this fun annual fundraiser in support of the Airdrie community. The unique event, featuring a bike rally, concerts and pro bull riding, takes place Aug. 21-22 and is sure to entertain. Held at the Airdrie rodeo grounds west on Highway 567.

Calgary Police Rodeo The only police rodeo in Canada, this amateur competition features contestants from all over the police community throughout Canada and the United States. To be held Aug. 15 at the Airdrie rodeo grounds, this family-friendly event offers a full slate of rodeo events, a children’s carnival, exhibitions, concessions and free on-site camping. In the evening, cowboys and adult spectators enjoy a popular barn dance featuring live country music entertainment.

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CARSTAIRS EVENTS We love to brag about Carstairs.

Carstairs is home to an 18-hole golf course, a Memorial Complex and abundant parks and playgrounds, Just west of town is the Silver Willow shooting club. Historically an agricultural community, we celebrate our heritage each year with the Ranch Rodeo in June, Beef & Barley Days in July and Pumpkin Festival in September.

Living in Carstairs means enjoying a true small town vibe with exceptional housing choices. Gold Seal Homes is proud to build homes for today’s families in two distinct neighbourhoods.

THE HAVENFIELDS - Gold Seal Homes offers several plans ideally selected for this family oriented community. We are offering new plans with side drive garages, rear lane access and covered front porches in Phase III. The Havenfields is adjacent to the new multi-use Arena and walking distance to Hugh Sutherland School (middle and High School). The area features a large pond, park spaces and walking paths.

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STONEBRIDGE GLEN - Enjoy Estate living nestled against the Carstairs Golf Course, where the majority of the available lots back onto attractive amenities. Your morning coffee or evening dinner can be spent quietly looking over the Golf Course fairways, or take a stroll along the interconnecting walking paths that converge on a wonderful pond, and breathe in the sweet country air.

Carstairs is quickly becoming a popular new option for young Calgarians and Airdronians looking for a quieter community to raise their families. Gold Seal has been building in Carstairs since 1989, and has a long-standing reputation in the community and a terrific working arrangement with local trades and suppliers. “We pride ourselves in the fact that we live in the community we work and build in. Many of our staff and trades are residents within our community. Building homes for our neighbours in our hometown has become the hallmark of our company.” says Murray Pound of Gold Seal Homes.

Farmers Market Saturdays June – September Canada Day Fireworks July 1 Beef & Barley Days July 17-19 Horticulture Show August TBD Drive-in Movie Night August 25 Pumpkin Festival September 26 Christmas Craft Fair November 13 Crazy Carstairs Christmas December 11 Farmer’s Market Christmas Market December 11& 12

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Golf Courses Woodside Golf Course

Greens to Envy Airdrie and area courses offer golfers of all skill levels a variety of interesting, scenic courses.

Acme Golf Course Approximately 35 minutes northeast of Airdrie, Acme Golf Course offers a country-style nine-hole course in a relaxed, friendly setting.

Golfers of all ages and abilities will enjoy the gently rolling layout.

The natural waterway comes into play on 5 of the 9 holes. The contoured fairways favour the big hitter with wide landing areas and forgiving rough; however, a careful approach shot to the greens is required to keep your par alive.

(Acme) 403-546-4020 9 holes, range, practice green, pro shop, dining acmegolfclub.com

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Beaver Dam Golf Course & RV Resort About a 25-minute drive from Airdrie is Beaver Dam Golf Course, located to the northwest in the hamlet of Madden. Beaver Dam Golf Course is one of the Calgary area’s premier links-style destinations.

This exciting 18-hole layout nestled smartly in the coulee landscape boasts a fun, relaxed atmosphere and a golfing experience second to none. With a creek carving its way in and around 13 of 18 holes, Beaver Dam offers a true test for golfers of all abilities. Playing over 6,000 yards from the back tees, this hidden jewel is sure to pique the interest of the golf enthusiast. Located around the course are 83 fully-serviced RV sites (with a total of 140 planned) available for lease by the season or currently also by the weekday/weekend.

Golf packages are available.

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Golf Courses

Carstairs Golf Club

Carstairs Golf Club Located in Carstairs, just 15 minutes north of Airdrie, this championship 18-hole golf club boasts mature trees, defined fairways and undulating greens sure to challenge everyone. The course will bring out the best in you whether you’re a beginner or a scratch golfer.

The fun and challenging layout offers four sets of tees ranging from 4,800 to 6,510 yards. The course has five par 5s, five par 3s and eight par 4s, more than 50 bunkers and water coming into play on 10 of the 18 holes.

(Carstairs) 403-337-3382 18 holes, range, short game area, putting green, pro shop, dining carstairsgolf.com

Collicutt Siding Golf Club Offering golfers of all ages and abilities an enjoyable experience in a relaxed atmosphere, Collicutt is located about 15 minutes north of Airdrie in the town of Crossfield. With two very different nine-hole layouts, the course offers a straightforward front nine followed by a challenging links-style back nine. Players can feel comfortable no matter their skill level, thanks to four different tee-box choices on every hole. Collicutt Siding Golf Club is a non-profit organization run

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for the benefit of the community. The club has the largest junior golf academy in Canada, and is home to Riley Fleming and Patrick Murphy.

1025 Western Drive (Crossfield) 403-946-2343 18 holes, range, dining collicuttgolf.com

Woodside Golf Course Woodside Golf Course is an 18-hole championship golf facility that provides one of the longest regulation golf seasons in the Calgary area. The par-70 layout features four sets of tees and water hazards that are in play on 14 of 18 holes. Welcoming, yet challenging for players of all levels, Woodside has a great mix of holes that offer players the opportunity for a rewarding score if they are willing to risk a potential snowman on the scorecard. Tee times may be booked 24 hours a day, seven days a week, through the facility’s online booking platform, where guests enjoy an eight-day advanced booking privilege.

525 Woodside Dr. NW (Airdrie) 403-686-GOLF(4653) 18 holes, range, pro shop, pub and dining (The Woods) woodsidegc.com

Apple Creek Golf Course Township Road 275 (Airdrie) 403-912-2191 18 holes, range, dining applecreekgolfcourse.com

Cochrane Golf Club 240 Riverview Drive (Cochrane) 403-932-5103 9 holes, practice green/hitting net, pub and dining cochranegolfclub.com

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A. Century Downs Racetrack and Casino B. Cochrane C. Country Garden Crystals, Crossfield Farmers Market, Irvine Tack and Trailer D. Gopher Hole Museum E. PaSu Farm F. Pioneer Acres G. Rosebud Theatre H. Shakers Fun Centre

Century Downs Racetrack and Casino Watch the exciting sport of horse racing just minutes south of Airdrie at this new facility in Balzac featuring Standardbred racing Saturdays and Sundays from end of April through November (2 p.m. post time) and Friday night races starting June 5 (5:30 p.m. post time).

Also enjoy food specials, 550 slot machines including video poker and video blackjack and on non-live race days, the off-track betting room for more horse race action. Watch for live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing to be added in the fall of 2016. centurydowns.com

Country Garden Crystals •Crystals, Gems & Geodes •Himalayan Salt Lamps •Gemstone Lamps & Fountains •Singing Bowls Tibetan & Crystal •SongPods •Books & Oracle Decks •Gemstone Jewelry •Handcrafted Mohair Teddy Bears •We also offer a variety of classes and workshops - see our website for details.

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One of Canada’s premiere theatre destinations. Join over 30,000 annual patrons in the Rosebud Experience: Food, theatre & so much more!

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Wild Horse | Jack’s Mouth-watering food with a western flair!

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o n t h e b m o s t u d i o s ta g e July 2 – Aug 29 The story of June Carter Cash May 6 – June 20

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Cochrane

Crossfield

Located in the heart of Alberta cattle country and the Cowboy Trail, Cochrane is a recreation playground for families, adventure enthusiasts and those seeking rest and relaxation in a beautiful natural setting. Just 25 minutes southwest of Airdrie and less than an hour from Banff, with spectacular vistas of the rolling foothills and majestic Rocky Mountains, Cochrane combines a proud western heritage with all the modern conveniences required for a great vacation. From running events to rodeos, skateboarding or hiking through original ranch country, Cochrane has action for everyone.

Spend the day enjoying quaint shops, boutiques, dining establishments and the most famous ice cream in Alberta. Or enjoy the talents of a number of recognized artisans, musicians and writers who call Cochrane home. Special events include the Children’s Festival, Canada Day Family Concert, Cochrane SummerFest, Zombie Survivor five-kilometre race, Cochrane Fall Fair, Lions Labour Day Rodeo, Cochrane Culture Days, Cochrane Outhouse Races and much more. The Cochrane Farmers’ Market is a popular Saturday morning destination for visitors and locals alike, June through end of September. Walking tours of historic downtown Cochrane are available weekends by request through the visitor information centre. With a variety of outdoor activities in the area – archery, fishing, golf, hiking, horseback riding, paintball, skateboarding, white water rafting – Cochrane has action for everyone. For more information, visit cochrane-tourism.ca

Just a 15-minute drive north of Airdrie and filled with small-town charm, Crossfield is worth a visit. Honouring the legendary 20th century bronc rider who first rode in the Crossfield Rodeo in 1918, the town hosts the annual Pete Knight Days in June. As part of the celebration, enjoy a parade, rodeo, kids’ amusement centre, demolition derby and dance.

While in Crossfield, be sure to stop in at the Crossfield Farmers Market. In 2015, the market runs from the first Thursday in June through the third Thursday in September from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Pete Knight Memorial Arena. Find the best in local produce, baked goods, arts, crafts and more, plus assorted weekly entertainment and demos. This year’s Christmas Market, held at the Crossfield Community Centre, takes place Nov. 1. crossfieldagsociety.com Country Garden Crystals is an inviting little cabin located about a 20-minute drive from Airdrie, just west of Crossfield. With a love and appreciation for the Earth’s natural beauty in mind, the shop offers a wide variety of treasures, including gems and crystals, Himalayan salt, fountains, singing bowls, gemstone jewelry and handcrafted teddy bears. Classes and workshops are also offered.

Shop visitors are welcome Thursday through Monday, 10 a.m to 5 p.m., year round. countrygardencrystals.ca A family owned-and-operated 63,000-square-foot western store, Irvine Tack & Trailers is a destination in and of itself. This western clothing, tack, rodeo gear, decor and ranch supply warehouse is situated near Crossfield, east of Highway 2. With tons of inventory – such as more than 1,000 saddles in stock at any given time – Irvine’s promises something for the serious buyer as well as window shopper. Ask about shipping arrangements if you can’t take your purchase with you. irvines.ca

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PaSu Farm (Carstairs)

Gopher Hole Museum (Torrington) About a 45-minute drive northeast of Airdrie, discover a museum that’s truly one of a kind. Open daily June 1 through end of September (or by appointment), this attraction features close to 50 displays of everyday life in Torrington, past and present. What makes it different? The stars of each scene are stuffed gophers; 77 to date, dressed up as townspeople visiting local businesses, getting married, going fishing, having a picnic, or taking part in a community activity. Visitors from around the globe have enjoyed this must-see if you’re in the Torrington area. “Gopher Hole Museum” on Facebook

Located 30 minutes north of Airdrie and open Tuesday through Sunday, PaSu Farm is a unique combination of restaurant dining, boutique shopping and working farm. Browse the boutique for an eclectic shopping experience featuring wool and sheepskin gifts, clothing and accessories. Enjoy the wide-open vistas and the breathtaking view of the Rocky Mountains from the dining room windows. The grill is on Tuesday to Saturday from 12 to 2 p.m.; from 2 to 4 p.m., enjoy afternoon tea, light lunches and homemade desserts featuring Saskatoon berry pie (in season) and baked-to-order scones with fruit preserves and fresh cream.

Sunday lunch is served from 12 to 1 p.m. featuring roast lamb, beef and chicken. Reservations are essential. Whether it’s just for a few hours or a full day, PaSu Farm makes for a peaceful getaway. pasu.com

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Pioneer Acres (Irricana) Experience southern Alberta’s rich pioneer history firsthand at this family-friendly museum located just 20 minutes east of Airdrie.

Learn about the tractors, tools and machinery used during the early days of farming in the area, and enjoy the displays of antique trucks, furniture and gas pumps, the 1905 schoolhouse, blacksmith and wheelwrights shop and much more. Learn what life was like in the early 1900s, including how the ingenious early pioneers found a way to have fresh meat weekly in warm weather before the days of refrigeration. Feature 2015 events, such as the Spring Tractor Pull (May 23) and Steam and Stationary Engines (Sept. 12-13), highlight one or more areas of the museum and bring them to life.

Pioneer Acres’ main event of the year is the Annual Show and Reunion (Aug. 7-9 in 2015), where virtually every piece of museum equipment is running, and many outside exhibitors bring displays, equipment, crafts and more. pioneeracres.ab.ca

Rosebud Theatre (Rosebud) Alberta’s only rural professional theatre is situated in the picturesque river valley of Rosebud, located less than an hour’s drive northeast of Airdrie. Rosebud Theatre employs a resident company of artists who work together to produce a variety of shows throughout the year as well as mentor apprentice performers and technicians for a

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life in the theatre. The theatre offers studio stage shows (generally performances to an audience of about 65) as well as opera house shows, which take place in the larger-capacity historic Rosebud Opera House and include a buffet meal. Eager theatre-goers will appreciate the opportunity to catch both a studio stage show and an opera house show on the same day. Visitors to the hamlet of Rosebud can also enjoy art galleries, shopping, restaurants and more. rosebudtheatre.com

Shakers Fun Centre (Calgary) Whether it’s to whirl around the go-cart track, let loose in the laser-tag arena, climb mountains in the indoor playground, unlock some serious excitement in the arcade, master the mini-golf course – or all of the above – Shakers spells non-stop family fun. Located in SE Calgary, about a 35-minute drive from Airdrie using Stoney Trail, this multi-attraction centre is open year round and offers something for everyone. Some activities are height-based (40-58” tall to drive the rookie go-cart track; over 58” to ride the pro track). The indoor playground is reserved for younger guests. There’s a concession on site. Check online for updates and availability of seasonal attractions (go-carting and mini golf). Admission is charged by the attraction but day passes are also available – a great bet for guests planning to stay awhile. shakerscalgary.com

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Equipment demonstrations, tractor pulls, exhibits and crafts

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Accommodation & Dining

Directory

Accommodation Best Western Airdrie Inn 121 Edmonton Tr. SE 403-948-3838 1-800-558-4844 bestwesternairdrie.com

Comfort Inn & Suites MAP LOCATOR BB07 133 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-948-3411 comfortinnairdrie.com Rooms: 103 Handicap accessible: yes RV parking: yes Well-appointed guest rooms, complimentary hot breakfast buffet, airport shuttle and Park & Fly; complimentary in-room dedicated fibre optic internet; indoor pool, infrared sauna and fitness room; microwaves, coffee maker and fridges with freezer in all guest rooms; pet friendly; 24-hour business centre; on-site guest laundry. Twenty restaurants within walking distance

Hampton Inn & Suites 52 East Lake Ave. NE 403-980-4477 hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express 64 East Lake Ave. NE 403-912-1952 1-866-912-1952 hiexpress.com Horseman Motel & Dining Lounge 521, Third Ave. NE 403-948-2233 Ramada Inn and Suites 191 East Lake Cres.

403-945-1288 1-866-945-1288 ramada.com

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Super 8 815 East Lake Blvd.

403-948-4188 super8.com

Dining Out ASIAN

Airdrie Wok 121 Main St. S 403-948-3003 Creekside Chinese Restaurant 91 East Lake Crescent NE 587-775-2828 New Silver Star Restaurant 1861 Meadowbrook Dr. SE 403-948-5830 Noodlebox 101, 2821 Main St. 587-775-9660 Starlight Chinese Restaurant 205, 960 Yankee Valley Blvd. SE 403-912-7887 Win Garden 3013, 130 Sierra Springs Dr. 587-360-0688

BAKERIES

The Avenue Cakery and Bakeshoppe 6, 620 First Ave. NW 403-948-6331 COBS Bread 102, 505 Main St. S 403-980-2627

BREAKFAST

Cora Breakfast & Lunch 505 Main St. South 403-980-2672 EggsOasis 2797 Main St. SW 403-980-0344

COFFEE/CAFÉS

Anna’s Cafe Europa 224 Main St. NE 403-912-1576

Drizzzles (The Candy Shop) 5, 125 Main St. N. 587-360-3749

Good Earth Coffeehouse & Bakery 1109, 35 Mackenzie Way SW 403-948 3100

Marble Slab Creamery 104, 505 Main St. W 403-948-0099

Starbucks Coffee 101, 505 Main St. SW 403-948-0532 114 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-945-8107 405, 3 Stonegate Dr. NW 403-945-0846

Menchies Frozen Yogurt 1107, 35 Mackenzie Way SW 403-980-7220

Tim Horton’s 185 East Lake Cres. NE 403-912-1230 2649 Main St. S 403-948-0119 Main St. SW (Wal-Mart) 403-948-1373 900 Market St. (Esso) 587-775-1733 Waves Coffee House 105 Main St. NW 403-980-9283

DESSERTS Amato Gelato Cafe MAP LOCATOR BB07 130 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-945-7077 Hours: Mon 2-9 p.m.; Tues-Thurs 12-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat 12-10 p.m., Sun 12-9 p.m. (Extended hours in summer.)

Prices: $4 single scoop; $7 double scoop (average) Handicap accessible: yes Proud retailers of Mario’s Gelati Products. Based locally in Vancouver, BC, the factory has been producing premium-quality gelato for more than 30 years from the freshest and finest, non-artificial ingredients possible from all over the world.

FINE DINING

Ristorante Rose Rosse 209, 2914 Kingsview Blvd. SE (Upstairs level) 403-945-4444 Peppercorns MAP LOCATOR Y06 501, 800 Yankee Valley Blvd 403-980-1144 Hours: Lunch – Tues-Sun 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Dinner – daily 5 p.m. to close.

Reservations: yes, recommended Prices: $18-38 per entree Handicap accessible: yes Airdrie’s premier fine dining restaurant with seafood specialties like Lobster Balinese. Excellent steaks and gourmet flavours. Great new location in Bayside Crossing.

Rico’s in the Village MAP LOCATOR J10 136 First Ave. NE 403-980-8055 Hours: Tues-Thurs 5-9 p.m.; FriSat 4-11 p.m.; closed Sun-Mon Reservations: yes, highly recommended Prices: $10-15 per entrée Handicap accessible: yes Airdrie’s only wine bar and tapas restaurant – an original dining experience in a fully restored historic home. Great wines paired with dishes designed for sharing. Happy Hour till 7 p.m. – enjoy $2 off. Lots of free street parking out front.

The Woods MAP LOCATOR E09 525 Woodside Dr. NW 403-948-7416 Summer hours: Mon-Tues 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Wed-Thurs 9 a.m.11 p.m., Fri-Sat 7 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun 7 a.m.-10 p.m. with brunch from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Winter hours: Fri-Sat 5-9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-2 p.m. brunch Note: closing times could vary by an hour either way depending on weather and business.

Reservations: yes Prices: $9-23 Handicap accessible: yes The Woods Restaurant and Patio offers guests a comfortable dining experience complete with panoramic views, great food and drink, and friendly service. Eat in or dine out under Alberta’s big skies. You don’t have to a golfer to come enjoy the views and hospitality at Woodside.

Open year round, and celebrating the launch of a new menu, the Woods Restaurant remains a local favourite. Don’t miss the award-winning Sunday brunch (reservations recommended).

INDIAN

GREEK

MEXICAN/TEX-MEX

Athena’s Grill 532 First Ave. NE 403-980-4766 Opa! Souvlaki of Greece 201, 122 Sierra Springs Dr. 403-945-0107 Paros on Main MAP LOCATOR I11 113 Main St. N 403-912-4922 Hours: Mon-Fri 11-11, Sat-Sun 4-11 Reservations: yes Prices: Lunch specials $10-15/ plate Mon-Fri 11-2:30; dinner $15 and over Handicap accessible: yes A long-standing lunch and dinner destination in Airdrie, known for great staff and delicious calamari and saganaki. Favourite dishes include a mixed grill platter and stuffed peppers. Delivery and takeout available for both lunch and dinner. Traditional Greek music, belly dancing and live entertainment Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30.

A Fine Balance Cafe & Catering 213 Main St. N 403-980-1688 Taj Indian Restaurant MAP LOCATOR J07 3 Stonegate Dr. NW 403-948-2725 Hours: Tues-Thurs 11:30 a.m. 2 p.m. (lunch), 4-9 p.m. (dinner); Fri-Sat 11:30 a.m. 2 p.m. (lunch), 4-10 p.m. (dinner); Sun 4-9 p.m. (dinner only). Closed Monday.

Reservations: yes Prices: $15-28 Handicap accessible: yes Under new management. Run by professional chefs with more than 30 years experience, Taj offers first-class, authentic Indian cuisine served in copper dishes. The menu includes a large selection of Indian food and desserts, including the especially popular Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Tandoori Chicken and great side dishes. Wednesday night buffet 5-8 p.m. Lunch Thalis Special Tues-Sat from $12.99.

Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill 1900, 705 Main St. S 403-948-0345

NORTH AMERICAN Abe’s Restaurant 101, 30 Market Blvd SE 587-254-0539

Baby Tooth Bambino’s 6, 2145 Summerfield Blvd. SE 403-945-9755 Brewsters Brewing Company & Restaurant 200, 3 Stonegate Dr. NW 403-945-BREW(2739) The Canadian Brewhouse 2000, 130 Sierra Springs Drive S.E. 587-254-0344 Krave Steakhouse & Bar 100, 705 Main St. 403-948-1943 Mr. Mikes Steakhouse & Bar 130 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-948-3701 Original Joe’s 35 Mackenzie Way SW 403-948-5634 Pour Beer Market & Grill 210, 960 Yankee Valley Blvd. SE 403-948-9588

The Pita Basket Cafe 109, 30 Market Blvd SE 587-254-0880

Ricky’s All Day Grill MAP LOCATOR EE06 988 Yankee Valley Blvd. SE 403-912-8082 Hours: Sun-Thurs 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri-Sat 7 a.m.-11 p.m.

Reservations: yes, except for weekend mornings Prices: $12-20 Handicap accessible: yes Great food at a great price. All day, every day, Ricky’s serves great food in a welcoming and comfortable environment perfect for catching up with friends or spending time with family. Check out items on the new menu as well as the return of some customer favourites.

Shawarma Brothers 111, 2002 Luxstone Blvd. SW 403-948-1012

Smitty’s Restaurant 191 East Lake Cres. NE 403-945-1225

Tuba Fine Middle Eastern Cuisine & Bakery 960 Yankee Valley Blvd. SE 403-912-8822

Standard Tap Public House 505 Main Street S 403-948-4926

Mucho Burrito 110 Main St. SW 403-948-4613 Quesada 2100 Market St. SE 403-542-4140 quesada.ca Tacos Puerto Vallarta 521, Third Ave. NE 587-360-4930

MIDDLE EASTERN/ MEDITERRANEAN

Toad ‘n’ Turtle Pubhouse & Grill 1900 Market St. SE 403-768-0694

PIZZA

A Perfect Pizza 207, 2903 Kingsview Blvd. SE 403- 948-9080 Alexander’s Steakhouse and Pizzeria 800 Veterans Blvd. NW 587-775-8990 Bogey’s Pub & Pizza 905, First Ave. SW 403-948-5744 Boston Pizza 106 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-948-7670 Calgary Pizza Unlimited 401, 121 Main Street 403-945-1131 Chicago Deep Dish 108, 2002 Luxstone Blvd. SW 403-948-1048 Domino’s Pizza 114, 400 Main St. NE 403-948-9000 Ilforno Pizzeria 209, 2914 Kingsview Blvd. SE 403-945-4444 Johnny’s Pizza & Wings 104, 2002 Luxstone Blvd. SW 403-948-2020 Little Caesars 3 Stonegate Dr. NW 403-912-4988 Market St. SE 403-948-0311 Panago Pizza 201, 304 Main St. SE 1-866-310-0001 Papa John’s Pizza 114 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-945-8855 Paul’s Pizza & Steak House 528, Second Ave. SE 403-948-9888

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Directory Pizza 73 960 Yankee Valley Blvd. SE 403-273-7373 Pizza Hut 108 Edmonton Tr. SE 403-310-1010 Sophie’s Pizza MAP LOCATOR G10 1101, 35 Mackenzie Way SW Order line: 403-242-1141 Hours: Mon-Thurs 4-10, Fri-Sat 3-11, Sun and holidays 3-10 Prices: $15-20.25 per pizza, depending on size and toppings Handicap accessible: yes Delivery or takeout only.

Exceptional hand-formed pizzas with the freshest ingredients.

Woodside Pizza 4, 905 First Ave. NW 403-945-3030

SEAFOOD

Joey’s Only Seafood Restaurant 311, 800 Veterans Blvd. NW 403-945-3008

SUSHI/JAPANESE Edo Japan 202, 122 Sierra Springs Dr. 403-948-4025

Kirala Sushi and Grill 505 Main St. S 587-360-0628 Mio Stone Grill 111, 2100 Market St. SE 587-775-9987 Sushi Haru 400 Main St. N 403-948-6373 Zenbu MAP LOCATOR G11 5104, 35 Mackenzie Way SW 403-948-3997 Hours: Tues-Thurs 11:30 -9, Fri-Sat 11:30-9:30, Sun 11:30-8:30. Closed Monday.

Reservations: yes, but not Fri-Sat after 5:30 p.m.

Prices: $4.95-$16.95; lunch special with tea $8.95, Tue-Sun 11:30-3 Handicap accessible: yes Party platters available. A great choice for small, special gatherings such as birthday parties.

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THAI

Thai Charm Eatery MAP LOCATOR Y06 505, 800 Yankee Valley Blvd.

SW 403-980-8884 Hours: Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Dinner: Tues-Thurs 5-9:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat 5-10 p.m.; Sun - 5-9 p.m. Closed Monday.

Reservations: yes Prices: $12-20 Handicap accessible: yes Bringing a taste of Thailand to Airdrie with authentic and natural ingredients. Vegetarian and gluten-free options Lunch Specials: Tues - Fri 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Dine in or take out.

Gift certificates available.

VIETNAMESE

Jen’s Vietnamese Noodle House 1500, 705 Main St. SW 403-980-5367 Petite Saigon 5, 521 2nd Ave. SE 403-912-1198 Pho East Lake Vietnamese Restaurant 9, 805 East Lake Blvd. NE 403-948-6360 Thang Long Vietnamese Cuisine 207, 304 Main St. SE 403-948-6827 Tony`s Vietnamese Restaurant 105, 2914 Kingsview Blvd. SE 403-948-3848 Vietnamese Western Cuisine 2002 Luxstone Blvd. SW 403-912-6048

Fast Food/Other A&W 600, 2700 Main St. SE 403-948-6566 121 Edmonton Tr. NE 403-948-2565

Booster Juice 166, 800 East Lake Blvd. NE 403-948-0275 103, 505 Main St. SW 403-948-0277

Burger King 2805 Main St. SW 587-360-0400

Mr. Sub 705 Main St S 403-948-5367

The Butcher Shoppe 705 Main St. S 403-948-9572

Nathan’s Famous 130 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-948-6632

The Chopped Leaf MAP LOCATOR G10 4101, 35 Mackenzie Way S.W. 587-775-8899 Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Extended hours in summer.)

Reservations: no Prices: $5.50-13 Handicap accessible: yes Chef-designed salads, wraps, soups sandwiches and appetizers.

All the dressings and soups are house recipes focused on being natural and flavourful.

The Chopped Leaf believes that everyone can live their own Chopped Life; a healthy lifestyle in whatever way they choose, combined with high-quality nutritious ingredients to keep your body feeling good after you eat.

DQ Chill & Grill 105 Edmonton Tr. SE 403-948-2066 Five Guys Burgers & Fries 100 Sierra Springs Dr. 403-948-1816 Jugo Juice 130 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-948-1399 KFC 224 Edmonton Tr. 403-948-7477 Mary Brown’s Famous Chicken 119, 800 Market St. 403-980-0685 McDonald’s 924 Yankee Valley Blvd. SE 403-948-0112 104 Edmonton Tr. SE 403-948-6000 2881 Main St. SW (Wal-Mart) 403-948-1525

Pita Pit 108 Edmonton Tr. N 403-912-7888 Quizno’s Sub 960 Yankee Valley Rd. 403-945-0489 3 Stonegate Dr. NW 403-948-3705 Subway 108 Edmonton Tr. 403-948-2912 35 Mackenzie Way SW 403-945-0088 114 Sierra Springs Dr. SE 403-948-0014 Swiss Chalet 4000, 130 Sierra Springs Dr. 1-866-439-0439 Taco Time 500, 2700 Main St. (Airdrie Co-op Shopping Centre) 403-912-9041 The Extreme Pita 805 East Lake Blvd. NE 403-945-0178 114 Sierra Spring Drive 403-948-5757 Wendy’s Restaurant 180 East Lake Cres. NE 403-948-2108 Xtreme Donair 800 Veterans Blvd. NW 403-945-0738 Yum Yum Chicken & BBQ Korean Cuisine 3 Stonegate Dr. NW 403-980-8303

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Reservations: 403.948.7416 525 Woodside Drive NW Airdrie