Vue Weekly Hot Summer Guide 2010 by Vue Weekly

Summer can be a real bummer if you spend all your time locked away in your office or hiding in the basement. What you've gotta do is get out there and experience something. To that end, Vue Weekly is proud to present the annual Hot Summer Guide, filled with exactly the kind of thing we were just talking about—awesome summer experiences. So get outta the house and find something to do whether its in Edmonton or out of town. No matter what you like to get up to, there's something in here for everyone. Remember: don't have a bummer summer!

June // 9 July // 48 August // 92 September // 122 Map your Quest // 5 H2O Summer Fun // 14 and 15 Farmer’s Markets // 26 Skateparks // 29 Libraries and Parks // 56 and 57 Festivals // 106 Nearly all Summer // 109 All Summer // 113 Amusement Centres // 121 // 38

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Events where tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster will contain the abbreviation TM. You can reach Ticketmaster by calling 780.451.8000 or visiting ticketmaster.ca. Tix on the Square will be abbreviated Tix. You can reach Tix on the Square at 780.420.1757 or visiting tixonthesquare.com. Blackbyrd Myoozik will be B. You can reach Blackbyrd at 780.439.1273 or blackbyrd.ca. Megatunes will be M. You can reach Megatunes at 780.434.6342 or megatunes.com/tickets. Other ticket vendors will be abbreviated O and can be found through the contact info listed for each event.

THURSDAY JUNE 10 EDMONTON PROPER Andrea Soler • The Cutting Room Salon and Spa, 10536 - 124 St • 9 am – 9:30 pm • Painting and prints evoking a world we cannot see • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Alfie Zappacosta • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $35 • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Arts Café • Northgate Lions Senior Centre, 7524 - 139 Ave • 12:30 pm – 2 pm • Free • A variety show featuring drama, music, dance and spoken-word performances from seniors groups across the city. Part of the Creative Age Festival • For more info call 780.485.5955 or visit creativeagefestival.ca

Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $32 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com The Juvyline Cubangbang Show • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 8 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Taryn Kneteman • Thread Hill, 10725 - 124 St • 10 am – 6 pm • Paintings and prints from a thrilling visual artist • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Christine Kwok • Local 124, 10711 - 124 St • 12 pm – 7 pm • Industrial design work on the relationship between people and objects • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Chantal Lefebrvre • Propaganda Hair Salon, 10808 - 124 St • 9:30 am – 9 pm • Painting inspired by worldbeat music • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Liars • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $11.75 – $21.75 (Tix) • A uniquely hilarious exploration of lying • For more info call 780.433.3399 or visit shadowtheatre.org Cory Montemurro • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • Images scavenged from corporate media and personal photographs • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

Dance or Die • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 9 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

New Edmonton Artists Group Exhibit • Enterprise Square, 10230 - Jasper Ave • Free • A group exhibit with over 25 artists, including Jay Benoit, Daniel Evans, Mindy Heins, Phillip Chan and Jennie Vegt • For more info visit nextfest.ca

Don Amero • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests Raleigh, Brittney Grabill and Mitch Smith • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

NextFest Image Retrospective • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 12 pm – 10 pm • 11 paintings from the history of NextFest • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

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Paula & Strom • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 9 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Photographic Arts Society of Alberta • Royal Alberta Museum, 12845 - 102 Ave • 9 am – 5 pm • $5 – $10 • The 19th installment of this annual series features an astonishing array of images produced by a talented assocation of Albertans. Runs until June 20 • For more info call 780.453.9100 or visit royalalbertamuseum.ca Raphaël Freynet • Lobby of Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 10 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca ROMP • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 7 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Claude Stuart • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Orange County Flyers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Moose Jaw • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

FRIDAY JUNE 11 EDMONTON PROPER An Horse • Brixx Bar & Grill, 10030 - 102

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St • 7 pm • $13 (TM, B) • With guests Hot Panda • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Arts Café • Strathcona Place Senior Centre, 10831 University Ave • 12:30 pm – 2 pm • Free • A variety show featuring drama, music, dance and spoken-word performances from seniors groups across the city. Part of the Creative Age Festival • For more info call 780.485.5955 or visit creativeagefestival.ca Béatrice et Bénédict • Convocation Hall, 3-82 Fine Arts Building, University of Alberta • 7:30 pm • $20 – $27 (Tix) • Berlioz's inspired operatic take on the alliterative lovers of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com Born Ruffians • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $16 (TM, B, O) • With guests Young Rival • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Call Me A Liar • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 8:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Captain Tractor with Chris Wynters • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Chantal Lefebrvre • Propaganda Hair Salon, 10808 - 124 St • 9:30 am – 9 pm • Painting inspired by worldbeat music • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Characters & Violence • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 6:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Class Action • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • 9 pm • With Utopian Skank • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca Dance First, Think Later • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 7:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

Gordon Grdina's Box Cutter • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm • $16 – $20 (TM) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Taryn Kneteman • Thread Hill, 10725 - 124 St • 10 am – 6 pm • Paintings and prints from a thrilling visual artist • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Christine Kwok • Local 124, 10711 - 124 St • 12 pm – 7 pm • Industrial design work on the relationship between people and objects • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com Liars • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $11.75 – $21.75 (Tix) • A uniquely hilarious exploration of lying • For more info call 780.433.3399 or visit shadowtheatre.org Marc-André Hamelin plays Shostakovich • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7:30 pm • $20 – $69 • With the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com Mass Choir • The ARTery, 9535 Jasper Ave • 9 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 and the Technation interdisciplinary performanceparty • For more info visit nextfest.ca Cory Montemurro • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • Images scavenged from corporate media and personal photographs • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca MuchMusic SodaPOP • Edmonton Event Centre, 8882 - 170 St • 5 pm • $29.50 (TM) • With Emily Osment and Danny Fernandes • For more info visit unionevents.com

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National Portrait Gallery • Latitude 53, 2nd Floor, 10248 - 106 St • 7 pm • Free ($5 suggested donation) • Enjoy the cosmopolitan opening reception for the National Portrait Gallery's exhibition at Latitude 53. The exhibit runs until July 17 • For more info, call 780.423.5353 or visit latitude53.org New Edmonton Artists Group Exhibit • Enterprise Square, 10230 Jasper Ave • Free • A group exhibit with over 25 artists, including Jay Benoit, Daniel Evans, Mindy Heins, Phillip Chan and Jennie Vegt • For more info visit nextfest.ca Nextfest Image Retrospective • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 12 pm – 10 pm • 11 paintings from the history of NextFest • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 11:30 am – 4 pm •Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Paula & Strom • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 5:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

gestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Vultures • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 9:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Alfie Zappacosta • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $35 • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com ZZ Top • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 - 87 Ave • 8 pm • $74.10 – $116.10 (TM) • With Wide Mouth Mason • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Orange County Flyers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

Samandriel • The Mead Hall, 10940 166A St • 8 pm •$8 • With Odinfist and Statue of Demur • For more info visit themeadhall.net

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Seniors Tour and Tea • Alberta Legislature, 10800 - 97 Ave • Free • Enjoy a group tour and complimentary fancy tea. Requires pre-registration • For more info call 780.427.7362 or visit edmonton.ca

Aurora Arabian Summer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

Six Picks • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 7 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Andrea Soler • The Cutting Room Salon and Spa, 10536 - 124 St • 9 am – 9:30 pm • Painting and prints evoking a world we cannot see • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Jeffery Straker • The Kasbar Lounge, 10444 - 82 Ave • 8 pm – 11 pm • $20 • Part of Edmonton Pride Week, all funds from this concert benefit HIV Edmonton • For more info call 780.488.5742 or visit edmontonpride.ca Claude Stuart • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca THE SURVIVAL OF PIGEONS As Studied by Human Lovers • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 9 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca 30th Anniversay Gala Concert • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 7:30 pm •$105 (Tix) • Gala showcase and fundraiser for the Anne Burrows Music Foundation, featuring Angela Cheng, Jens Lindemann, Sarah Ho, Andrew Wan and Dongkun An • For more info visit tixonthesquare.com Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No sug-

SATURDAY JUNE 12 EDMONTON PROPER Al Fresco Wine Tasting • DeVine Wines & Spirits, 10111 - 104 St • 1 pm – 9 pm •$20 • Combination wine tasting and block party • For more info call 780.421.9463 or visit devinewines.ca Arts Café • Westend Seniors Activity Centre, 9629 - 176 St • 12:30 pm – 2 pm • Free • A variety show featuring drama, music, dance and spoken-word performances from seniors groups across the city. Part of the Creative Age Festival • For more info call 780.485.5955 or visit creativeagefestival.ca The Be Arthurs • Lobby of the Roxy Theatre • 10 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 and the SMUT Cabaret interdisciplinary performance-party • For more info visit nextfest.ca Béatrice et Bénédict • Convocation Hall, 3-82 Fine Arts Building, University of Alberta • 7:30 pm • $20 – $27 (Tix)• Berlioz's inspired operatic take on the alliterative lovers of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, presented by Opera

NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com Call Me A Liar • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 6 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Chantal Lefebrvre • Propaganda Hair Salon, 10808 - 124 St • 9 am – 4 pm • Painting inspired by worldbeat music • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Chimprov •Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • World-class improv, possibly done in monkey suits • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com City Streets CD Release • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • 9 pm • $10 – $12 • With Slates and Falklands • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca Colours of Spring Encore • Sacred Heart Catholic Church of the First Peoples, 10821 - 96 St • 7:30 pm • $11.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • The Kokopelli Choir Association brings the season to a close with an eclectic mix of music • For more info call kokopellichoirs.com Dance Excel 2010 • Shoctor Theatre, 9828 - 101A Ave • 1:30 pm & 7 pm • $15 – $22 • Presented by the Sandra Gray School of Dancing • For more info visit citadeltheatre.com The DIRTYdownward • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 8 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Dance First, Think Later • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 7:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Edmonton Waste Management Centre Open House • 1311 Meridian Street, shuttles from Commonwealth LRT Station • 8:30 am – 3:30 pm • Free •Tour Edmonton's world-reowned Waste Management Centre • For more info visit edmonton.ca Marc-André Hamelin plays Shostakovich • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 8 pm • $20 – $69 • With the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com IRL: In Real Life • Roxy Theatre, 10708 124 St • 6 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Taryn Kneteman • Thread Hill, 10725 - 124 St • 10 am – 5 pm • Paintings and prints from a thrilling visual artist • Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Christine Kwok • Local 124, 10711 - 124 St • 12 pm – 6 pm • Industrial design work on the relationship between people and objects • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical

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theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com Let There Be Height • La Cité Francophone Theatre, 8627 - 91 St • $28 – $30 (Tix) • A one-of-a-kind aerial cabaret with grace, beauty and feats of strength • For more info visit fireflytheatre.com Liars • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 2 pm & 7:30 pm • $11.75 – $21.75 (Tix) • A uniquely hilarious exploration of lying • For more info call 780.433.3399 or visit shadowtheatre.org The Misfits • Starlite Room, 10030 102 St • 8 pm • $29.50 (TM, B) • With guests the Old Wives and Preying Saints • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Cory Montemurro • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • Images scavenged from corporate media and personal photographs • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca New Edmonton Artists Group Exhibit • Enterprise Square, 10230 Jasper Ave • Free • A group exhibit with over 25 artists, including Jay Benoit, Daniel Evans, Mindy Heins, Phillip Chan and Jennie Vegt • For more info visit nextfest.ca NextFest Image Retrospective • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 12 pm – 10 pm • 11 paintings from the history of Nextfest • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca No Werewolves • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 8: 30 pm • 8:30 pm • Featuring For A Few Hundred Dollars, The Stank and other great films •Part of NextFest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Pride Parade • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 1 pm • Music from the Wet Secrets, the Boyfriends, the Be Arthurs and more to follow •Part of Pride Week • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Pure Pride • City Centre Parkade, 102 Ave - 100 St • 9 pm – 3 am • $20 • DJs, celebrity hosts and entertainers. Part of Pride Week • For more info visit pureedmonton.com Andrea Soler • The Cutting Room Salon and Spa, 10536 - 124 St • 8 am – 4 pm • Painting and prints evoking a world we cannot see • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Stack-o-Seven • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 9 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Claude Stuart • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Tea & Talk: Garneau Walking Tour • Rutherford House, 11153 Saskatchewan Dr • Learn about the Garneau community and Rutherford House, and top if off with tea and sweets in the Arbour Restaurant • For more info call 780.422.2697 or visit rutherfordhouse.ca

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com 24 Hour Bike Repair-a-Thon • 10047 - 80 Ave • 6 pm – 6 pm Sunday • Part of the Edmonton Community Challenge. For more info visit ecc.edmontonnextgen.ca Vide tes poches bonhomme, c'est 1932 / Spend It Like It's 1932• Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 7 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Womonspace Mixed Pride Dance • 10450 - 116 St • 9 pm – 1 am • $15 – $20 • With music from DJ Mystic Sound. Part of Pride Week • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Alfie Zappacosta • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $35 • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Africa Day Evening Gala • Northlands, 7515 - 118 Ave • $43 (Tix) • An exhibition of African culture, with live music, food, childrens' activities, dancers and more • For more info visit africacentre.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Orange County Flyers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton International Track Classic • Foote Field, 116 St & 68 Ave • 6:30 pm • $11.75 (Tix) • Canada's finest track and field athletes compete for world rankings and $25 000 in prize money • For more info visit edmontonclassic.com Sprouts Festival 2010 • Stanley A. Milner Library Theatre, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square • 1 pm • $5 (Tix) • Kids' activities and staged readings of four childrens' plays • For more info call 780.439.3905

EDMONTON METRO Don Wheaton Absolute Annihilation and Monster Energy Motocross Nationals • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Aurora Arabian Summer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com Beaumont Town & Country Daze Parade • 55 Ave & 50 St, Beaumont • 11 am • Enjoy a beach-party themed parade • For more info visit town.beaumont.ab.ca

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INCLUDES: Alix, Banff, Calgary, Camrose, Canmore, Drumheller, Innisfail, Lacombe, Ponoka, Red Deer, Rimbey, Rocky Mountain House, Sylvan Lake, Stettler, Wetaskiwin, Vulcan Rocky Pro Rodeo • Jun 9 – 13 • Rocky Mountain House • $10 – $12 • Professional rodeo come to Rocky Mountain House • For more info visit rockyprorodeo.com Eivor Cabaret • Jun 10 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 9:30 pm • $10 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Vulcan Spock Days • Jun 11 – 13 • Vulcan, south of Calgary • A family fun weekend with a Star Trek convention, beach volleyball, youth fair, beer gardens, Picard impersonation contest, and more • For more info visit vulcantourism.com 1913 Days • Jun 11 – 13 • Sylvan Lake • Parade, food, historic activities and more • For more info call 403.887.2199 or visit sylvanlake.ca An Evening With Gavin Bryars • Jun 12 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $15 – $25 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca History Road • Jun 12 – 13 • Reynolds Alberta Museum, 1 km west of Wetaskiwin on Hwy 13 • 10 am – 5 pm •$5 – $9 • The ultimate car show, celebrating more than a century of automotive history • For more info call 780.361.1351 or visit machinemuseum.net Banff Mountain Film Festival Summer Screenings • Jun 14 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $12 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Lawrence Hill • Jun 16 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $15 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Sean & Aimee Dayton •June 16 • Wolf Creek Community Church, Lacombe • 7 pm – 9 pm • For more info visit lacombeevents.ca Innisfail Professional Rodeo • Jun 16 – 20 • Daines Rodeo Grounds, 6 km north of Innisfail • Daily rodeo with nightly rodeo dance, free camping and beer gardens • Daily tickets $10 – $20, rodeo pass $100 • For more info call 403.227.3166 or visit innisfailauctionmarket.com/rodeo.htm artsPeak • Jun 17 – 20 • Various venues in Canmore • A weekend-long celebration of the arts in Canmore, with music, visual arts and more • For info visit artspeakcanmore.com Kisageetin • Jun 18 – 19 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 9 pm • $10 – $15 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Artwalk Festival Day • Jun 19 • Rotary Park, 4725 43 St, Red Deer • 9 am – 5 pm • Art demonstrations, interactive activities, live music and art market. Pioneer Days • Jun 18 – 20 • 4910 - 55A St, Wetaskiwin • Pancake breakfast, parade, duelling piano contest, petting zoo and more • For more info call 780.352.8003

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Raven Stole The Sun • Jun 20 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 4 pm • $10 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Western Wheels 100 ft Shootout • Jun 20 – 21 • Rocky Mountain House • 11 am • $40 •Find out which car is fastest over 100 ft • For more info call 403.845.5227 or visit centralalbertaevents.com Susan Ouriou • Jun 23 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • Admission by donation • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Calgary Stampede • Jul 9 – 18 • Stampede Park, 1410 Olympic Way southeast, Calgary •Today's music includes Derric Ruttan • $7 – $14 • For more info call 1.800.661.1260 or visit calgarystampede.com The Canadian Badlands Passion Play • Jul 9 – 11, 16 – 18 • Western outskirts of Drumheller • 6 pm • $17 – $44 • World-class performance of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. • For more into call 403.823.2001 or visit canadianpassionplay.com

Classic Movie Night •Jun 23 • Camrose & District Centennial Museum • Free • Enjoy a classic movie outdoors •For more info call 780.672.3298 or visit camrosemuseum.ca

Rocky Loggers Competition • Jul 10 • Rocky Arena Complex, Rocky Mountain House •1 pm – 5 pm • $5 • Develop your lumberjack skills for the Pro Loggers Sport Show in 2012 • For more info visit centralalbertaevents.com

Alpha Yaya Diallo • Jun 26 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 8 pm • $14 – $16 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Shoot-Out, Show and Shine • Jul 10 – 11 • PasKa-Poo Park, Rimbey • $5 – $10 • Car show and race tournament • For more info visit caraceways.ca

Highland Games • Jun 26 • Red Deer • 8 am • $5 – $7 • Highland dancing, piping, drumming, Sheep Dog races, optional haggis and more • For more info visit centralalbertaevents.com

Banff Mountain Film Festival Summer Screenings • Jul 12 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $12 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Ponoka Stampede • June 28 – Jul 4 • Ponoka • 7 pm • $18 ($9 child) • For more info call 403.783.3120 or visit ponokastampede.com

Literary Primetime with Ian Brown • Jul 14 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $15 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Spirit of the West • Jun 29 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $10 – $15 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Camrose & District Centennial Museum •10 am – 6 pm• A day of music, children's activities and games •For more info visit camrosemuseum.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 •Canmore • 7:30 am – 10:30 pm • Free breakfast, parade, marching band, fireworks and more • For more info visit discovercanmore.com Canada Day • Jul 1 • Wetaskiwin • Celebrations at the Wetaskiwin Celebration Grounds, a community garage sale and fireworks at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum • For more info visit wetaskiwin.ca An Evening with John Adams • Jul 2 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $20 – $35 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Matthew Barber • Jul 3• The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 4:30 pm • $10 – $12 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Canada's Gospel Music Celebration • Jul 15 – 17 • Westerner Park, 4847A-19 St, Red Deer •6 pm • $15 – $35 • Exhibits and music celebrating gospel music • For more info call 1.800.410.0188 or visit gospelmusic.ca Lacombe Days • Jul 15 – 18 • Lacombe • Parade, pancake breakfast, music festival, fireworks, car races and more • For more info visit lacombedays.ca Diverse As This Land • Jul 16 – 17 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $9 – $20 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Loulou the Acrobat • Jul 17 – 18 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $10 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Edmonton International Raceway Competition • Jul 3, 10, 18, 24, Aug 7, 14, 21, 28 • Four km west of intersection of Hwy 2A and Hwy 13 • 4 pm • $5 – $15 • Racing cars featuring a variety of makes and models • For more info call 780.467.9276 or visit edmontonraceway.com

Highriders Challenge • Jul 3 – 4 • Tail Creek Race Way, Alix, AB • For more info visit highriders.ca

Quintron and Miss Pussycat • Jul 10 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 9:30 pm • $10 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Tono (Red Sky Performance) • Jul 3 – 5 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $9 – $16 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

Dance Masters • Jul 20 – 24 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $9 – $20 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca

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Literary Primetime with Paul Tough • Jul 21 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $15 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Westerner Days Fair & Exposition •Jul 21 – 25 • Gaetz Ave and 19 St, Red Deer • $5 – $9 •Live music, rides and other family-friendly attractions • For more info call 403.343.7800 or visit westernerdays.ca Calgary Folk Music Festival • Jul 22 – 25 • Prince's Island Park, Calgary • $47 – $165 (TM, O) • With Library Voices, Stars, the Avett Brothers, Joe Henry, Michael Franti, the Swell Season, Ian Tyson, Hill Country Revue, Corb Lund, Roberta Flack, Peatbog Faeries, Konono No 1 and more •For more info call 403.233.0904 or visit calgaryfolkfest.com Vintage Motorcycle Rally • Jul 23 – 25 • Stampede Grounds, Ponoka •Free • Check out a variety of two-wheelers • For more info call 403.341.4022 or visit cavmg.net Giant Downtown Garage & Tailgate Sale • Jul 24 •Downtown Ponoka • 8 am – 3 pm • Garagesaling entertainment for the whole family •For more info call 403.783.3888 or visit ponoka.org 24 Hours of Adrenaline • Jul 24 • Canmore Nordic Centre • World championship bike racing, with 1400 athletes and 3000 spectators • For more info visit 24hoursofadrenalin.com Stettler Shootout • Jul 24 – 25 • Stettler Airport • 10 am – 5 pm • Knock-out racing tournament • For more info call 403.741.2233 or visit centralalbertaevents.com Banff Festival Orchestra with James Ehnes • Jul 25 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 4 pm • $13 –$40 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band • Jul 28 • Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Calgary • 8 pm • $97.15 – $170.65 (TM) • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com Literary Primetime Canmore • Jul 28 • Communitea Cafe, #117 - 1001 - 6th Ave, Canmore • 7:30 pm • $12 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Big Valley Jamboree • Jul 29 – Aug 1 • Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds • $80 – $195 •Nonstop country music action, including the Keats, Chris Cagle, Samantha King, the Oak Ridge Boys, Doc Walker, Ronnie Milsap, Kevin Costner & Modern West, Bucky Covington, Corb Lund, Jo Hikk, Mashville Brigade and more • For more info, call 780.672.0224 or visit bigvalleyjamboree.com Centrefest • Jul 31 – Aug 1 • Gaetz Ave and Ross St, Red Deer • Street performers, local art, food and Kids' World • For more info, call 403.340.8696

Canmore Folk Festival •Jul 31 – Aug 2 • Canmore • $25 – $90 • With Vieux Farka Touré, Four Men and a Dog, Marc Atkinson Trio, 100 Mile House and more • For more info call 1.888.655.9090 or visit canmorefolkfestival.com Little Women • Aug 4, 6, 8 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $15 – $25 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca The Levon Helm Band • Aug 5 • Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Calgary • 8 pm • $62.10 – $72.60 (TM) • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com The Turn of the Screw • Aug 5, 7 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $15 – $25 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Calgary International Blues Festival • Aug 5 – 8 • Shaw Millenium Park, Calgary • $139 – $50 (M, O) • With MonkeyJunk, Twilight Blues, Mason Rack Band, Mississippi Heat, Coco Montoya, CheckOne Two and more •For more info visit calgarybluesfest.com Summer Country Drive • Aug 7 – 8 • Various locations between Red Deer and Calgary on the QE2 • 10 am – 5 pm •Experience the finest road-trip central Alberta can offer, with tons of local businesses offering specials • For more info visit countrydrive.ca Wetaskiwin Air Show • Aug 7 – 8 • Reynolds Alberta Museum, one km west of Wetaskiwin on Hwy 13 • 10 am – 6 pm • $5 – $25 • A stupendous air show featuring Snowbirds, parachute demostrations, CF18 Hornets and many, many more planes • For more info call 780.352.8003 or visit wetaskiwinairshow.com Afrikadey! • Aug 9 – 14 • Prince's Island Park, Calgary • $20 – $25 • A celebration of African culture, including live music from K'naan and Nomfusi • For more info call 780.234.9110 or visit afrikadey.com Sarah Harmer • Aug 10 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 8 pm • $30 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Literary Primetime with Jay Ingram • Aug 11 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $15 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Coasters Vintage Car Show • Aug 12 • Ponoka Legion • 158 vintage cars come through Ponoka • For more info visit ponoka.org

Arigato, Tokyo • Aug 13 – 14 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $10 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Ponoka County Fair & Horse Show • Aug 13 – 15 • Ponoka Rodeo Grounds, Ponoka • Agricultral displays, vegetable contests, horse show and baked goods • For more info, call 403.783.5313 or visit ponoka.org

Mukwah Jamboree • Aug 13 • Mukwah Tours, two hours northwest of Calgary •12 pm – 12 am • An amazing array of musical talent along with camping •For more info call 1.800.465.0144 or visit mukwahjamboree.com Camrose Founders Days • Aug 13 - 15 • Various locations around Camrose •10 am – 5 pm • Historic displays, ball hockey tournament, square dancing and more • For more info visit camrosefoundersdays.com Central Music Festival • Aug 13 – 14 • Just north of Red Deer on the QE2 • $50 – $75 • With Half Chance Heroes, Steve Coffey, F&M, a kids' korner, Jim Byrnes and more • For more info call 403.343.3658 or visit centralmusicfest.com Banff Festival Orchestra with Jens Lindemann • Aug 14 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • 7:30 pm • $13 – $40 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca Michael Bublé • Aug 17 – 18 • Pengrowth Saddledome, 555 Saddledome Rise SE, Calgary • 7 pm • $49 – $119 (TM) • With Naturally 7 • For more info visit livenation.com Jazz at the Lake Festival • Aug 19 – 22 • Sylvan Lake • 8 pm • With the Johnny Summers Little Big Band, the Emile-Claire Barlow Quintet, the H.O.T. Dixieland Jazz Band, Kent Sangster, the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Explosion and Flat Iron Jazz • For more info call 403.887.5050 or visit jazzatthelake.com World Chuckwagon Races • Aug 19 – 22 • Rocky Mountain House • World-class chuckwagon racing coming right down to the wire • For more info call 403.846.5919 or visit wpca.com Globalfest • Aug 20 – 28 • Calgary • $7.50 – $15 • International fireworks festival •For more info visit globalfest.ca Indigenous Territories • Aug 21 – 22 • The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr, Banff • $9 – $20 • For more info call 1.800.413.8368 or visit banffcentre.ca 100 Foot Shoot-Out • Aug 21 • Ponoka • The popular car race returns to Ponoka • For more info call 403.783.3888 or visit ponoka.org Demolition Derby • Aug 29 • North Saskatchewan River Park, Rocky Mountain House • 12:30 pm • A thrilling contest of man and metal that has captivated crowds since 1981 • For more info call 403.844.4003 or visit centralalbertaevents.com Harvest Festival • Sep 4 – 5 • Reynolds Alberta Museum, 1 km west of Wetaskiwin on Hwy 13 • $5 – $9 • A heap of harvest history on offer, including more than 40 pieces of vintage machinery, fieldwork demonstrations and butter making • For more info call 1.800.661.4726 or visit reynoldsalbertamuseum.com

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SUNDAY JUNE 13 EDMONTON PROPER Characters & Violence • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 6:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Come Out and Play • Kinsmen Sports Centre, 9100 Walterdale Hill • 10 am – 4 pm • Free • Part of Pride Week. A full day of activities, including a river valley run/walk, yoga, volleyball, frisbee and slo pitch • For more info visit teamedmonton.ca Connor's Road • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Dance or Die • Roxy Theatre, 10708 124 St • 5 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca The DIRTYdownward • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 8 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Edmonton Pride Awards • Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7 pm – 9 pm • Free • Part of Pride Week, with Pride Keynote from Valerie-Mason John • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca 5th Annual Mayor's Pride Brunch • Chateau Lacombe Crowne Plaza, 10111 Bellamy Hill • 11 am – 1 pm • $40 • With Mayor Stephen Mandel. Part of Pride Week • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca The Juvyline Cubangbang Show • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 9:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Christine Kwok • Local 124, 10711 - 124 St • 12 pm – 5 pm • Industrial design work on the relationship between people and objects • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Liars • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 2 pm • $11.75 – $21.75 (Tix) • A uniquely hilarious exploration of lying • For more info call 780.433.3399 or visit shadowtheatre.org Lion Dance Workshop • Chinatown Multicultural Centre, 9504 - 102 Ave • 1 pm – 5 pm • Free (registration required) • Learn about the history and culture of Chinese lion dancing • For more info visit hungmun.com/workshop New Edmonton Artists Group Exhibit • Enterprise Square, 10230 Jasper Ave • Free • A group exhibit with over 25 artists, including Jay Benoit, Daniel Evans, Mindy Heins, Phillip Chan and Jennie Vegt • For more info visit nextfest.ca Nextfest Image Retrospective • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 12 pm – 10 pm • 11 paintings from the history of Nextfest • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

Paula & Strom • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 5 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Pride Centre of Edmonton Brunch • 9540 - 111 Ave • 11 am – 1 pm • Free (donations welcome) • Part of Pride Week • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Pride Church Service • McDougall United Church, 10025 - 101 St • 10:30 am – 11:15 am • Part of Pride Week • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Pride Church Service • RobertsonWesley United Church, 10209 - 123 St •7 pm – 8:30 pm • Free • Part of Pride Week • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Public Master Class with Christiane Riel and John Avey • 1-29, Fine Arts Building, University of Alberta • 7 pm • $10 – $14 (Tix) • A unique event offering a window into what it takes to be a great singer. Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.487.4844 or visit vocalartsfestival.com ROMP • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 8:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Shakespeare In Song • Timms Centre For The Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • $80 • Opera NUOVA channels the immortal inspiration of the Bard of Avon into opera. Presented as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info, call 780.487.4844 or visit opernuova.ca Six Picks • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 6:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Solid Gay Sundays • The Common, 10124 - 124 St •$5 • Part of Pride Week, hosted by Miss Teen Jesus Barbie and Mr Eddie Toonflash • For more info call edmontonpride.ca Claude Stuart • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca THE SURVIVAL OF PIGEONS As Studied by Human Lovers • Roxy Theatre, 10708 - 124 St • 7:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Vultures • Living Room Play House, 11315 - 106 Ave • 9:30 pm • $10 • Part of Nextfest 2010 • For more info visit nextfest.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Creatures in Crisis • Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • 12 pm – 4 pm • Learn about habitat preservation and animal conservation through a variety of fun activities • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca

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Edmonton Eskimos • Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road • 5 pm • vs Calgary Stampeders • For more info call 780.448.3757 or visit esks.com Kids' Pirate Cruise Adventure • Edmonton Queen Riverboat, 9734 - 98 Ave • Hunt for treasure and do crafts while on a scenic boat cruise • For more info call 780.424.2628 or visit edmontonqueen.com Sprouts Festival 2010 • Stanley A Milner Library Theatre, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square • 1 pm • $5 (Tix) • Kids' activities and staged readings of four childrens' plays • For more info call 780.439.3905

EDMONTON METRO Don Wheaton Absolute Annihilation and Monster Energy Motorcross Nationals • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Aurora Arabian Summer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com "Give the Gift of Life" Fun Run and Walk • St Albert Place, 5 St Anne St, St Albert • 9 am – 1 pm • $25 •A family-oriented fundraiser for the Kidney Foundation • For more info call 780.451.6900 x233 or visit kidney.ab.ca Mayor's Recreation for Life Walk/Run • Telford House, 4907 - 46 St, Leduc • 1 pm – 4 pm • Running, walking, barbecuing and all other forms of merry-making • For more info visit leduc.ca Welcome Wagon Baby Shower • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 1 pm – 4 pm • Free (registration required) • Door prizes, gift bags and information for new moms and momsto-be • For more info call 780.443.1950 or visit havingababy.ca

Each day this week, June 14 – 20 Improvaganza 2010 •Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • The world's best improv performers descend on Edmonton for a criminally funny festival • Beginning Wednesday, June 16 • For more info, including show times and ticket prices, visit rapidfiretheatre.com

Ross Neilson • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave •Every day except Sunday • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

MONDAY JUNE 14 EDMONTON PROPER Brendan Van Alstine's Big Gay Birthday Bash & Fundraiser • The ARTery, 9535 Jasper Ave • 7 pm – 10 pm • $20 • Part of Pride Week, a night of music and birthday cake to support the city council campaign of Brendan Van Alstine • For more info visit brendanvanalstine.com Global Country All-Star Concert • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7:30 pm • $20 – $30 • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com

prospectsbaseballclub.com Unbelievable Butterflies • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9:30 am – 11 am • $19 • Create your own butterflies, make a nectar sipper craft and look for baby butterflies • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit edmonton.ca

TUESDAY JUNE 15 EDMONTON PROPER Acting Shakespeare For Seniors • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave & 112 St • 3 pm • $6 (Tix) • A chance for seniors to try their hand at a bit of the Bard • For more info visit creativeagefestival.ca

Clown for Seniors Workshop • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave & 112 St • 12 pm • $6 (Tix) • Release your inner clown • For more info visit creativeagefestival.ca Edmonton Police Service Gay Pride Reception • Edmonton Police Service North Division Station, 14203 - 50 St • Part of Pride Week, Police Chief Mike Boyd hosts a reception and open house • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca From Lauren Harris to Emily Carr: An Artist's Gift • Telus Centre, 87 Ave - 111 St• 7 pm – 8:15 pm • Talk by Charles Hill, part of the Human Nature exhibit • For more info visit museums.ualberta.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Victoria Seals • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Saskatoon • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com

Indulgence • Delta Edmonton, 4404 Gateway Blvd • 7 pm • $50 • An epic epicurean night of food and wine, featuring Edmonton's top chefs • For tickets and info, call 780.433.9739 or visit slowfoodedmonton.ca Jezebel • Royal Alberta Museum, 12845 - 102 Ave • 8 pm •$2 – $5 •1938 classic film, part of the Edmonton Film Society's Grande Dames film series • For more info visit royalalbertamuseum.ca Multigenerational Storytelling • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave & 112 St • 3 pm • $6 (Tix) • We've all got some stories to tell; come and learn how to do it a little better • For more info visit creativeagefestival.ca Musical Theatre for Seniors • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave & 112 St • 12 pm • $6 (Tix) • An afternoon of musical adventure and exploration • For more info visit creativeagefestival.ca Queer History Bus Tour • 7 pm – 9 pm • Part of Pride Week, join Michael Phair and Darrin Hagen as they provide a hilarious tour of Edmonton's queer history • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 16 EDMONTON PROPER Hank III • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $25 (TM, B) • With Assjack and other guests • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com Lora Jol • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $10 • For more info call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Tom Petty & the Heart Breakers • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 6:30 pm • $67.76 – $151.76 (TM) • For more info, visit northlands.com Queer Images • Metro Cinema, 9828 101A Ave • 8 pm • $10 (Tix, O) • Part of Pride Week, a night of LGBQT cinema • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Song Soirée • Convocation Hall, 3-82 Fine Arts Building, University of Alberta • 7 pm • $10 – $14 (Tix) • Operatic vocals and piano bring some of the world's greatest poetry to life. Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.487.4844 or visit vocalartsfestival.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Victoria Seals • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Ice Cream Afternoon • John Walter Museum, 10661 - 91A Ave • 1 pm – 3 pm • $20 • Join Mrs Walter as she celebrates the beginning of summer with some homemade ice cream • For more info visit edmonton.ca

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youth and young adults • For more info visit mcdougallunited.com Headwater • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests Ariane Mahryke Lemire and Jay Wiltzen • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change • Catalyst Theatre, 8529 Gateway Blvd • 7:30 pm • $22 – $27 (Tix) • Eight actors play over 60 characters in a hilarious production • For more info visit catalysttheatre.ca Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com Bryan Mudryk Golf Classic Kick-Off Party • The Red Piano, 8882 - 170 St • $20 • Celebrity guests raise money for the Cross Cancer Institute • For more info call 780.718.7627 Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 5:30 pm – 12 am •Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Queer History Bus Tour • 7 pm – 9 pm • Part of Pride Week, join Michael Phair and Darrin Hagen as they provide a hilarious tour of Edmonton's queer history • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Queer Images • Metro Cinema, 9828 101A Ave • 8 pm • $10 (Tix, O) • Part of Pride Week, a night of LGBQT cinema • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Donnell Rawlings • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $28.95 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm - 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts • For more info visit latitude53.com Seniors' Strawberry Tea • The Pride Centre, 9540 - 111 Ave • 2 pm – 4 pm • Admission by donation • Part of Pride Week, hot drinks and finger food for all 55-plus LGBQT and guests • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Kent Shores • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $10 • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Undiscovered Singing Competition • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca

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Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Okotoks • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com Ward School of Dance: Showstoppers 2010 • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 - 87 Ave • 1 pm • $24.65 (TM) • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com

FRIDAY JUNE 18 EDMONTON PROPER Annual Mr, Ms & Mz Gay Edmonton Pageant • Boots Bar and Lounge, 10242 - 106 St • 9 pm – 2 am • $5 • Part of Pride Week, a pageant held to elect new representatives of the gay community and raise funds for the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose • For more info visit edmontonpride.com Call Before You Dig • Brixx Bar & Grill, 10030 - 102 St • 9 pm • $12 • With Bird Sang Song and other guests • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Date With A Sheesha • Audreys Books, 10720 Jasper Ave • 7:30 pm • Anthony Bidulka reads from and signs his latest book, Date With a Sheesha • For more info visit anthonybikula.com Dead Prez • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 9 pm • $38 (B, O) • With guests Touch and Nato, Wackutt, Deezuz and Dizzy D • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Tim Gilbertson • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests Speed Control and Nobody Likes Dwight• For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Homeless For A Night • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 5 pm – 9 am on Saturday • Participants register and raise pledges to stay at Telus Field for a night of food, entertainment and firepits in support of the Youth Emergency Shelter Society • For more info call 780.468.7186 or visit yess.org/#events Tim Hus CD Release • Uptown Folk Club, Royal Canadian Legion Norwood, 11150 - 82 St • $13.75 (Tix) • For more info visit uptownfolk.ca I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change • Catalyst Theatre, 8529 Gateway Blvd • 7:30 pm • $22 – $27 (Tix) • Eight actors play over 60 characters in a hilarious production • For more info visit catalysttheatre.ca Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com

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Our Corner of the Sky • Royal Alberta Museum Theatre, 12845 - 102 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $15 • Part of Pride Week, Edmonton Vocal Minority and Darrin Hagen present a film about a queer boy growing up in a small prairie town • For more info visit emvchoir.com Ray Price • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 - 87 Ave • 7 pm • $68.90 (TM) • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com Donnell Rawlings • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $28.95 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca RENT • La Cité Theatre, 8627 91st St • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • Jonathan Larson's classic '90s musical • For more info call 780.420.1757 or visit twoonewaytickets.com Stories and Legends • Convocation Hall, Old Arts Building, University of Alberta • 8 pm • $11.75 – $22 (Tix) • A night of classical music that focuses on narrative • For more info visit edmontonchambermusic.com The Spill Canvas • Avenue Theatre, 9030 - 118 Ave • 6 pm • $19 (TM, B) • With Paper Lions • For more info visit unionevents.com Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No suggestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Whitsundays CD Release Party • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • 9 pm • With Sans Aids and Outdoor Miners • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Bug Mania • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9:30 am – 11 am • $19 • Pollen-hunting games, honeycomb tasting and a bug-catcher kids can take home • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Energy • University of Alberta Main Gym • 7 pm • $5 – $25 • vs Yamhill Flyers • For more info call 780.427.9044 or visit edmontonnrg.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Swift Current • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

EDMONTON METRO Opera al Fresco • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 7 pm – 10 pm • $15 – $45 • Enjoy organic wine and mead, performances by the Edmonton Opera, and the beautiful greenery • For more info call 780.987.3054

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY SCA Barony of Borealis Gathering & Feast • Warburg Community Hall, Warburg • Renaissance fair with competitions in all endeavours martial and artistic to determine the next Baronial Champions • For more info visit villageofwarburg.ab.ca/Files/Facilities.htm

SATURDAY JUNE 19 EDMONTON PROPER Avenue & Alleys: Bowling For Bucks • Plaza Bowl, 10418 - 118 Ave • 7 pm – 10 pm •Fundraiser for Arts on the Ave • For more info visit artsontheave.org Chimprov •Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • World-class improv, possibly done in monkey suits • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Dierdre of the Sorrows • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7:30 pm • $33 • With the Knock School of Irish Dance • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com Edmonton Scrabble Club Tournament • Stanley A Milner Library, Sir Winston Churchill Square • 9:30 am – 4:30 pm • $30 • Six rounds of hot Scrabble action! • For more info call 780.476.8019 or visit edmontonscrabbleclub.ca I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change • Catalyst Theatre, 8529 Gateway Blvd • 7:30 pm • $22 – $27 (Tix) • Eight actors play over 60 characters in a hilarious production • For more info visit catalysttheatre.ca Jazz Inflections • Convocation Hall, Old Arts Building, University of Alberta • 8 pm • 11.75 – $22 (Tix) •The rhythms and moods of jazz vividly illustrated • For more info visit edmontonchambermusic.com Ladies in Lights • TransAlta Arts Barns, 10330 - 84 Ave • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • A tribute to the ladies of musical theatre: Barbara Streisand, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland and more • For more info call 780.452.8046 or visit edmontonmusicaltheatre.com Money Mart Easter Seals 24-Hour Relay • Rundle Park • 10 am – 10 am Sunday • Teams run or walk a 2.5 km circuit for 24 hours in support of Easter Seals Alberta • For more info call 780.429.0137x308 or visit edmonton24hourrelay.com Mustard Pimp & Dada Life • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • 9 pm • $12 – $17 • With special guests • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca

Pride Family Picnic • Sight #7, Borden Park, 7507 Borden Park Road • 1 pm – 4 pm • Part of Pride Week, featuring games, fun and gastronomic delights for everyone • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Donnell Rawlings • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $28.95 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca RENT • La Cité Theatre, 8627 - 91st St • 2 pm & 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • Jonathan Larson's classic '90s musical • For more info call 780.420.1757 or visit twoonewaytickets.com Rock the Square • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 12 am – 10 pm • Free • Free, non-profit music festival promoting the best of Edmonton rock bands • For more info call 780.456.6509 or visit rockthesquare.com The David Shepherd Band • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests Short of Able and the Wayfinders • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Smalltown DJs and Wax Romeo • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 9 pm • $15 (TM, B, O) • For more info visit starliteroom.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com 2010: A Pride Odyssey • Level 2 Lounge, 11607 Jasper Ave • $ 20 (Tix, O) • Part of Pride Week, a thrilling night of dance with Pierre Fitch, DJ Riot, and more • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca

EDMONTON METRO Tim Allen • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $66.75 – $76.75 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com Ride for the Breath of Life • Husky Travel Centre, Acheson Rd - Hwy 60 • 10 am • A motorcycle ride in support of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation • For more info call 780.466.2265 or visit cfedmonton.com Sidewalk and Community Garage Sale • Fort Saskatchewan • 11 am – 3 pm • Come check out all the exciting deals • For more info call 780.998.4841 or visit fortsask.ca Tritech Compression / Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

Underwear Affair • Northlands Expo Centre • 3:30 pm • Raise funds to drop your drawers and participate in this 5k/10k run/walk fundraiser for cancer below the belt • For more info visit uncoverthecure.org Wood-Fired Solstice • 4 pm • A celebration of the flavours of wood-fired food • For more info visit slowfoodedmonton.ca World Cup of Soccer Tasting •DeVine Wines & Spirits, 10111 - 104 St • 1 pm - 9 pm •$20 • Taste wines from soccer-mad countries to learn who's got the Golden Grapes • For more info call 780.421.9463 or visit devinewines.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Energy • University of Alberta Main Gym • 7 pm • $5 – $25 • vs Yamhill Flyers • For more info call 780.427.9044 or visit edmontonnrg.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Swift Current • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com Horsepower Weekend • TELUS World of Science, 11211 - 142 St • A weekend of Father's Day fun • For more info visit edmontonscience.com

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SUNDAY JUNE 20 EDMONTON PROPER Annual Gay Cup • Kinsmen Field House, 9100 Walterdale Hill • 2 pm – 4 pm • Free • Part of Pride Week, annual slow-pitch game between Pride community and the Edmonton Police Service • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Jon Bryant • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With Gabrielle Papillon and Jordan Norman • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

while enjoying some fine jazz tunes and Dadly activities • For more info visit muttartconservatory.ca Father's Day • Whitemud Equine Learning Centre, 12505 Keillor Road • 12 am – 2 pm • $20 • Food, drinks, music and historic activities • For more info call 780.435.3597 or visit whitemudequine.ca

MONDAY JUNE 21

Father's Day: Dad vs Wild • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Drive • 10 am – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • Test your dad's dudely skills with activities that were once essential to everyday life • For more info visit fortedmontonpark.ca

EDMONTON PROPER

This Lime Tree Bower • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca

WEDNESDAY JUNE 23

Pride at the Pool •Oliver Outdoor Pool, 10315 - 119 St • 12 pm – 5 pm • Part of Pride Week. An outdoor aquatic day of music and mayhem for the LGBTQ community • For more info visit teamedmonton.ca

Safeway Father's Day Fun Run • Laurier Park, 13400 Buena Vista Road • 6 pm – 7:30 pm • $35 • Charitable run in support of prostate cancer charities • For more info visit fathersdayrun.ca

Self Defense Workshop • MacEwan Centre for Sport & Wellness, 10800 - 104 Ave • 10 am – 2 pm •Free (registration required) • Part of Pride Week, learn from a Canadian kickboxing champion • To register, email selfdefense@ teamedmonton.ca or call 780.328.6414 Solid Gay Sundays • The Common, 10124 - 124 St •$5 • Part of Pride Week, hosted by Miss Teen Jesus Barbie and Mr Eddie Toonflash • For more info visit edmontonpride.ca Summer Passion • Robertson Wesley United Church • 3 pm • $ 11.75 – $22 (Tix) •Three pieces of classical music noted for their emotional beauty and depth • For more info visit edmontonchambermusic.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON METRO Doris Smith Playground Build • Doris Smith Park, Leduc • A community barbecue and park-building session • For more info visit leduc.ca Father's Day Bent Willow Birdhouse • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm • Create a rustic birdhouse for the family • For more info and to register call 780.987.3054x2226 Tritech Compression / Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Father's Day Public Swim • Harbour Pool, 10001 - 94 Ave, Fort Saskatchewan • 2 pm – 5 pm • Come enjoy a free swim on Father's Day • For more info visit fortsask.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

SCA Barony of Borealis Gathering & Feast • Warburg Community Hall, Warburg • Renaissance fair with competitions in all endeavours martial and artistic to determine the next Baronial Champions • For more info visit borealis.avacal.net

Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Okotoks • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

Each day this week, June 21 – 27

Father's Day • Muttart Conservatory, 9636 - 96 Ave • 1 pm – 4 pm • $5.25 – $10.50 • Stroll through the pyramids

Russel Jackson and Sam Cockrell • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave •Every day except Sunday • For

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Boz Scaggs • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 - 87 Ave • 8 pm • $ 53.15 – $74.15 (TM) • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com

Father's Day Cruise • Edmonton Queen Riverboat, 9734 - 98 Ave • 3 pm & 5:30 pm • $10.95 – $49.95 • A ride on the river with striploin steak, hotdogs and hamburgers • For more info call 780.424.2628 or visit edmontonqueen.com

Horsepower Weekend • TELUS World of Science, 11211 - 142 St • A weekend of Father's Day fun • For more info visit edmontonscience.com

RENT • La Cité Theatre, 8627 - 91st St • 2 pm • $25 (Tix) • Jonathan Larson's classic '90s musical • For more info call 780.420.1757 or visit twoonewaytickets.com

Serca Festival of Irish Theatre • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave •Every day except Sunday • For more info visit artsontheave.org

visit vocalartsfestival.com

Shooting the Urban Landscape • Room 2-24, Fine Arts Building, 112 St - 87 Ave • 7 pm – 9:30 pm • $20 • Maria Whiteman presents a workshop on photography in the city, part of the Human Nature exhibit • For more info visit museums.ualberta.ca

The Magnificent 7s • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

Donnell Rawlings • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $28.95 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

Possessed • Royal Alberta Museum, 12845 - 102 Ave • 8 pm •$2 – $5 •1947 classic film, part of the Edmonton Film Society's Grande Dames film series • For more info visit royalalbertamuseum.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Go Skateboarding Day • Leduc Skate Park • Skateboarding competition and pizza party. Helmet and pre-registration required to compete • For more info visit leduc.ca

TUESDAY JUNE 22 EDMONTON PROPER The Cat Empire • Edmonton Event Centre, 8882 - 170 St • 8 pm • $32.25 (TM) • For more info visit unionevents.com Improvaganza 2010 •Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • The world's best improv performers descend on Edmonton for a criminally funny festival • For more info, including show times and ticket prices, visit rapidfiretheatre.com Maggie Now Part 2: The Book of Everything • Old Cycle Building, 9351 118 Ave • 9:15 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca Making a Scene: Landscapes Then and Now • Room 2-20, Fine Arts Building, 112 St - 87 Ave • 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm • Talk by Maria Whiteman, part of the Human Nature exhibit • For more info visit museums.ualberta.ca Roméo et Juliette • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 7:30 pm • $27.50 – $37.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers, now with more opera! Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or

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EDMONTON PROPER Falstaff • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 7:30 pm • $27.50 – $37.50 (Tix) • Verdi's timeless take on Shakespeare's famous, fat, felonious knight. Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com The Good Thief • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca Improvaganza 2010 •Varscona Theatre, 10329-83 Ave • The world's best improv performers descend on Edmonton for a criminally funny festival • For more info including show times and ticket prices, visit rapidfiretheatre.com Menopause Out Loud • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 - 114 St • 6 pm & 9 pm • $62 (TM) • The hit off-Broadway musical about the Change • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit menopausethemusical.com Gary Puckett • Century Casino, 13103 Fort

Road • $39.95 – $49.95 (TM, O) • For more info call 780.643.4000 or visit cnty.com Spokesong • Old Cycle Building, 9351 118 Ave • 8:45 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Wine and Grill • BIN 104 Fine Wine and Spirits, 5454 Calgary Trail • 7 pm • $40 • A gastronomic adventure in matching fine wines with barbecued foods • To make a reservation or get more information call 780.436.8850 or visit bin104.com

THURSDAY JUNE 24 EDMONTON PROPER The Beginning of Print Culture in Athabasca County • Provincial Archives of Alberta, 8555 Roper Rd • 7 pm – 9 pm • Book launch with performances and refreshments • For more info call 780.492.8832 Chick Corea and the Terry Clarke Trio • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7:30 pm • $49.50 – $59.75 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com Don Friesen • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change • Catalyst Theatre, 8529 Gateway Blvd • 7:30 pm • $22 – $27 (Tix) • Eight actors play over 60 characters in a hilarious production • For more info visit catalysttheatre.ca

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Improvaganza 2010 •Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • The world's best improv performers descend on Edmonton for a criminally funny festival • For more info, including show times and ticket prices, visit rapidfiretheatre.com Maggie Now Part 2: The Book of Everything • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $13.75 – $73.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca Menopause Out Loud • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 - 114 St • 8 pm • $62 (TM) • The hit off-Broadway musical about the Change • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit menopausethemusical.com Open Studios & Solstice BBQ • Harcourt House Arts Centre, 10215 - 112 St • 6:30 pm • Celebrate the summer solstice with an evening of art and entertainment •For more info visit harcourthouse.ab.ca RENT • La Cité Theatre, 8627 9- 1st St • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • Jonathan Larson's classic '80s musical • For more info call 780.420.1757 or visit twoonewaytickets.com Roméo et Juliette • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 7:30 pm • $27.50 – $37.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers, now with more opera! Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts • For more info visit latitude53.com Spokesong • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 2 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca This Lime Tree Bower • 7 pm • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave $17.75 – $13.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca

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FRIDAY JUNE 25 EDMONTON PROPER Black Mountain • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 9 pm • $20 (TM, B, O) • With guests Lord Beginner • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Carol Welsman and the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra • Maclab Theatre, 9828 - 101A Ave • 7:30 pm • $40 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.425.1820 or visit citadeltheatre.com Charlie Austin • Central Park Lounge, Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 - 101 St • 5 pm – 7 pm • Free • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7111 or visit edmontonjazz.com James Clarke Trio • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Elite Road Nationals • National cycling roadrace championships • For more info visit albertabicycle.ab.ca Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133 Falstaff • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 7:30 pm • $27.50 – $37.50 (Tix) • Verdi's timeless take on Shakespeare's famous, fat, felonious knight. Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca

EDMONTON METRO

Don Friesen • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

Boonstock • Gibbons, 20 minutes northeast of Edmonton • 2 pm – 12 am • $149 – $269 (TM) • The Raptors, Keep 6, Call Before You Dig, Throttle and more • For more info call 780.975.0311 or visit boonstock.ca

I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change • Catalyst Theatre, 8529 Gateway Blvd • 7:30 pm • $22 – $27 (Tix) • Eight actors play over 60 characters in a hilarious production • For more info visit catalysttheatre.ca

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Hey Everyone!

Having a great time on summer vacation requires a few things—a place to go, a way to get there and fun activities. Of course, you'll need something to wear on your vacation whether it's a road trip, a f ishing trip or just heading to the cabin for the weekend. Throughout this year's Hot Summer Guide you'll f ind plenty of suggestions for what to wear while relaxing. I hope your summer is a blast!

Your pal,

Bryan

P.S. For where to buy, check out page 126 Style Editor - Bryan Birtles | Styling by Bryan Birtles, Chelsea Boos Photography by Eden Munro | Makeup by Denée Noel for NinaDee Makeup Artistry Models: Phil Chan and Jenni Roberts

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DAVE DOUGLAS

John Adams Gavin Bryars Matthew Barber Ian Brown Colin Carr James Ehnes Eivør Sarah Harmer Lawrence Hill Tomson Highway Hawksley Workman Jay Ingram Jens Lindemann Daniel MacIvor Quintron + Miss Pussycat Red Sky Performance Spirit of the West Alpha Yaya Diallo Banff Mountain Film Festival screenings And much much more!

gestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com

Shelley Jones • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $15 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com

World Exploration Jazz Quartet • Blue Chair Cafe, 9624 - 76 Ave • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com

Little River Band • Century Casino, 13103 Fort Road • $39.95 – 49.95 (TM, O) • For more info call 780.643.4000 or visit cnty.com Maggie Now Part 2: The Book of Everything • Old Cycle Building, 9351 118 Ave • 2 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca Menopause Out Loud • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 - 114 St • 8 pm • $62 (TM) • The hit off-Broadway musical about the Change • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit menopausethemusical.com RENT • La Cité Theatre, 8627 - 91 St • 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • Jonathan Larson's classic '80s musical • For more info call 780.420.1757 or visit twoonewaytickets.com Spokesong • Old Cycle Building, 9351 118 Ave • 8 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca Terry Clarke Trio • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com The Good Thief • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 6:15 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No sug-

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Energy • 7 pm • $5 – $25 • vs Los Angeles Lightning • For more info call 780.427.9044 or visit edmontonnrg.com Movie at the Marketplace • The Marketplace at Callingwood, 6655 178 St •Family-oriented film screening • For more info call 780.435.1444 or visit callingwoodmarketplace.com The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

EDMONTON METRO Boonstock • Gibbons, 20 minutes northeast of Edmonton • 10 am – 12 am • $149 – $269 (TM) •Shout Out Out Out Out, Matthew Good, Christian Hansen & the Autistics and more • For more info call 780.975.0311 or visit boonstock.ca River Cree Rocky Mountain Nationals • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Wabamun Fun Daze • Various locations around Wabamun • 5 pm – 11 pm • Family barbecue, dance and fireworks • For more info visit wabamun.ca

SATURDAY JUNE 26 EDMONTON PROPER AB Provincial Bodybuilding and Figure Championships • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 9 am (finals start at 5 pm) • $30 • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com Dave Babcock Quartet • Blue Chair Café, 9624 - 76 Ave • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com Edmonton Community Challenge "Can It" • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 9:30 am – 4:30 pm • Cannedfood sculpture competition • For more info visit ecc.edmontonnextgen.ca Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133 Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca Don Friesen • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call

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The Good Thief • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 10 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca

Theatre, 8900 - 114 St • 2 pm & 8 pm • $62 (TM) • The hit off-Broadway musical about the Change • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit menopausethemusical.com

Ola Olabule and the Black Pioneer Heritage Singers • Maclab Theatre, 9828 - 101A Ave • 7:30 pm • $40 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.425.1820 or visit citadeltheatre.com

Owen Howard Quintet • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

Iron Maiden • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 6:30 pm • $50.01 - $102.01 (TM) • With Dream Theater • For more info visit northlands.com

RENT • La Cité Theatre, 8627 91st St • 2pm & 7:30 pm • $25 (Tix) • Jonathan Larson's classic '80s musical • For more info call 780.420.1757 or visit twoonewaytickets.com

Jazz In The Park • Louise McKinney Park • 12 pm – 7 pm • Free • An incredible selection of the best jazz musicians, including Sandro Dominelli, Nils Landgren's Funk Unit, Will Campa, Ola Onabule and the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra. Part of the Edmonton Inernational Jazz Festival • For more info visit edmontonjazz.com Nils Landgren Funk Unit & Wil Campa •Trans Alta Arts Barns • 9 pm • $37.50 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.448.9000 or visit edmontonjazz.com Rollanda Lee • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $15 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Maggie Now Part 2: The Book of Everything • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 3 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca Menopause Out Loud • Horowitz

Bill Richards • Central Park Lounge, Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 - 101 St • 5 pm – 7 pm • Free • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7111 or visit edmontonjazz.com Roméo et Juliette • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm • $27.50 – $37.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers, now with more opera! Presented by Opera NUOVA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com The Paperbacks • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests We Were Lovers and the Zolas • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Spokesong • Old Cycle Building, 9351 118 Ave • 1:30 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit avenuetheatre.ca This Lime Tree Bower • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 5 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca

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Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Rubim de Toledo Quintet • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Energy • 7 pm • $5 – $25 • vs Los Angeles Lightning • For more info call 780.427.9044 or visit edmontonnrg.com The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

Crowded City Skyline • The Mead Hall, 10940 - 166A St • 8 pm •$8 • With So' N' So and the Somethin' R' Others • For more info visit themeadhall.net Don Friesen • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Elite Road Nationals • National cycling roadrace championships • For more info visit albertabicycle.ab.ca Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133 Falstaff • Timms Centre for the Arts, 87 Ave - 112 St • 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm • $27.50 – $37.50 (Tix) • Verdi's timeless take on Shakespeare's famous, fat, felonious knight. Presented by Opera NUO-

VA as part of the Vocal Arts Festival • For more info call 780.988.9065 or visit vocalartsfestival.com Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca Bill Frisell Trio • Maclab Theatre, 9828 - 101A Ave • 7:30 pm • $45 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.425.1820 or visit citadeltheatre.com The Good Thief • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 9:15 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca Scottish Highland Gathering • 3105 - 101 St • Piping, drumming, Scottish food and more at Edmonton's largest celebration of Highland culture • For more info visit edmontonscottish.com

Star Wars In Concert • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 2:30 pm & 7 pm • $76.75 – 96.75 (TM) • For more info, visit northlands.com This Lime Tree Bower • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $13.75 – $17.75 (Tix) • For more info visit sercafestival.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Bob Tildesley Project • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

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Edmonton Energy • 3 pm • $5 – $25 • vs Los Angeles Lightning • For more info call 780.427.9044 or visit edmontonnrg.com Pets in the Park • Sir Wilfred Laurier Park • 9 am – 4 pm • Free • Show off your pet at the signature event of the Edmonton Humane Society • For more info call 780.491.3880 or visit edmontonhumanesociety.com The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

EDMONTON METRO River Cree Rocky Mountain Nationals • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO Boonstock • Gibbons, 20 minutes northeast of Edmonton • 10 am – 12 am • $149 – $269 (TM) • The Offspring, Papa Roach, Stand Down and more • For more info, call 780.975.0311 or visit boonstock.ca Elite Road Nationals • National cycling roadrace championships • For more info visit albertabicycle.ab.ca Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $66.75 – $76.75 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com River Cree Rocky Mountain Nationals • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Wabamun Fun Daze • Various locations around Wabamun • 8 am – 11:30 pm • Pancake breakfast, parade, car show and more • For more info visit wabamun.ca

SUNDAY JUNE 27 EDMONTON PROPER Can't Stop The Serenity • Stanley A Milner Library Theatre, Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7:30 pm • $15 • Screening of Serenity, silent auction, costume contests and more • For more info visit cstsedmonton.org

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EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY National Aboriginal Day • Lions park, St Albert • 11 am – 6 pm •Celebrate National Aboriginal Day with games, stories from Elders and refreshments • For more info visit visitstalbert.com

EVERYTHING SUMMER

Big Rude Jake • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave •Every day except Sunday • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

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Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133

MAINSTREET CRUISERS VINTAGE CAR SHOW

Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca

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The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

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MONDAY JUNE 28 EDMONTON PROPER Dupont T • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Wayne Feschuk • Central Park Lounge, Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 101 St • 5 pm – 7 pm • Free • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7111 or visit edmontonjazz.com Lilith Fair • Northlands Park • Gates at 2:30 pm • $97.25 – $277.25 (TM) • A celebration of women in music, with Sarah McLachlan, Erykah Badu, Hannah Georgas and more • For more info visit northlands.com Minus The Bear • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $20 (TM, B) • With special guests • For more info visit unionevents.com Modo Trio with Wayne Horvitz • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

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TUESDAY JUNE 29 EDMONTON PROPER Anti-Pop Consortium • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $20 (B, TM, O) • With guests • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Austin Lucas • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Elisapie Isaac • Brixx Bar & Grill, 10030 - 102 St • 9 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit edmontonjazz.com Jam Session with Chris Andrew • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

Lori Mohacsy • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $15 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Franca Masu • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Joshua Redman's James Farm Quartet • Maclab Theatre, 9828 - 101A Ave • 7:30 pm • $45 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.425.1820 or visit citadeltheatre.com Nikki Yanofsky and John Pizzarelli • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7:30 pm • $70.25 – $54.75 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com

WEDNESDAY JUNE 30

Devin Hart • Central Park Lounge, Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 - 101 St • 5 pm –7 pm • Free • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7111 or visit edmontonjazz.com

EDMONTON PROPER

Kid Koala presents The Slew and Knight Riderz • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 9 pm • $30 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca

Don Berner Sextet • The Copper Pot, 101-9707 - 110 St • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com Roman Danylo • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Krystle Dos Santos • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $15 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Armin Van Buuren • Edmonton Event Centre, 8882 - 170 St • 9 pm • $58.35 – $67.85 (TM) • With Glenn Morrison • For more info visit edmontoneventcentre.ca Celcius Quartet • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

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Andre Leroux • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Nathan Ouelette Quartet • Blue Chair Cafe, 9624 - 76 Ave • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com Salute to Benny Goodman • Maclab Theatre, 9828 - 101A Ave • 7:30 pm • $45 • Featuring Dave Bennet, Peter Appleyard, Tommy Banks and Rollanda Lee. Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.425.1820

or visit citadeltheatre.com Sleepy Sun • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • 9 pm • $10 (B,O) • With Mini Mansions • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Okotoks • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

EDMONTON METRO Nazareth & the Headpins • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $45.75 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Street Performers Festival • Spruce Grove • Community barbecue, vaudeville variety show, roving performers and more • For more info visit sprucegrove.org

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Berried treasure

It's work versus reward when it comes to berries LS Vors // vors@vueweekly.com

he northern climate does not favour fruit. Harsh winters, inconsistent precipitation and the omnipresent risk of frost—even in summer—preclude the establishment of citrus orchards or peach plantations. Berries are the exception, but a botanical technicality is that very few of the tiny fruits known as "berries" are technically such. To be considered a true berry, the fruit must develop from a specific part of the flower, namely, the ovary wall. Gooseberries and currants are true berries, but scarcely register in terms of popularity. Deviants from this pattern of fruit formation may include false berries such as blueberries and cranberries. Raspberries are even more complex, for the individual scarlet spheres that comprise a single raspberry are themselves individual fruits; this is an aggregate fruit. Strawberries share even less with the true berries, for a strawberry does not develop from the flower and is thus deemed an accessory fruit. Botanical trivia notwithstanding, the word berry implies a tiny, juicy, vividlycoloured fruit that reaches peak abundance in summer. Berries, which require fewer resources than large fruit trees, prosper in high latitudes and imbue the greens of summer with a confetti-like scatter of red and violet. Three berry species—raspberries, Saskatoon berries and wild blueberries—characterize Northern Alberta. Each is an ambassador to a different region. Raspberries are the eager occupants of urban backyards, frequently sending renegade shoots into alleys and side streets. Saskatoon berries hold quiet court along river banks and farmyards, and are a staple of u-pick operations. Wild blueberries are elusive denizens of the boreal forest, prospering in sandy soil and recently burned areas. The amount of effort required to enjoy these ephemeral petits-fruits varies immensely from wandering in alleys in an opportunistic search for raspberries to wilderness reconnaissance in quest of blueberries. One need not look past the city limits to find raspberries. These vibrant red clusters thrive in the city and locating a harvest-ready shrub generally involves word of mouth. Raspberry branches are rife with thorns, but the promise of sun-ripened produce far outweighs the risk of pricked fingers. Picking urban raspberries allows the satisfaction of gathering, rather than purchasing food, and minimizes travel time to unfamiliar landscapes.

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The Saskatoon berry is an inexorable part of the prairie landscape and its name is derived from the Cree word for this fruit, misâskwatômin. The Edmonton area boasts numerous u-pick farms, ideal for those who wish an afternoon of berry picking. Janelle and Aaron Herbert maintain a stand of Saskatoon berries on their commercial vegetable farm, Riverbend Gardens. Janelle represents the third generation of her family to cultivate that patch of land, which nestles in a crook of the river on the city's northeastern frontier. "We operate on the honour system," Herbert explains. "It's a good system because we're busy preparing vegetables for the market, but we can stop and visit with berry pickers in our orchard." Even though the rising tide of urban sprawl creeps toward their property, she notes that it is advantageous to be close to the city, since the majority of pickers are

from the Edmonton area. Numerous cultivars of Saskatoon berry exist, and distinguished from one another by nuances in taste and appearance. The Saskatoon bushes at Riverbend Gardens represent the "Smoky" cultivar. This is the most widely grown commercial cultivar, and is prized for its hardiness and reliable berry production. Herbert concurs, noting that the bushes require minimal upkeep. "We mow the grass around them, remove any 'weedy' trees that try to grow in the orchard and prune the bushes so they are easier to pick from, but basically they don't need a lot of maintenance." The berries are usually ripe and ready for picking in the third week of July. Herbert remarks that buying local produce continues to grow in popularity and is thus a boon for her family. "We enjoy working from home, working outdoors and with each other.

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It's a good setup." Wild blueberries are the most elusive of this berry trifecta, and one must trek far beyond the reaches of urban civilization to gather these miniature cerulean orbs. Finding wild blueberries requires both luck and local knowledge. Picking them is labour intensive; the berries grow on sprawling, elfin shrubs that frequently keep company with prickly reindeer lichen. Wild blueberries are approximately 1/6 the size of their domestic counterparts, and one must pick them for the better part of a day to have enough for significant consumption. And then, there are bears. Blueberries are a coveted treat for both grizzlies and black bears, so caution is recommended when seeking these fruits. I have never encountered a bear in my years of blueberry picking, but still harbour deep respect for these bruins. The flavour

of wild blueberries is incomparable, though, and domestic blueberries taste watery by comparison. Berries are indeed a highlight of summer. They occupy a gradient of landscapes from the urban to the truly wild, bolster local agriculture and pack an incredible amount of flavour into a very small package. Their versatility is remarkable; berries are amenable to jams, freezing whole and baking, all of which permit the appreciation of berries long after autumn winds and winter snows have chased away the warmth of summer. Ultimately, to pick and eat berries is to revel in the appreciation of fruit that flourishes in an oppresive northern climate. V Riverbend Gardens riverbendgardens.ca

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How to make berry pies Berries of all varieties shine in pies. A good pie cradles these intensely flavoured tiny fruits in a tender crust that enhances, but never overwhelms, its sweet filling. Berry pies may be baked in a traditional pastry crust, or chilled in a graham cracker crust to provide a delectable end to any meal. What follows are two pie recipes: a smooth, chilled raspberry pie for those who relish a sunny afternoon of urban berry picking, and a classic baked blueberry or Saskatoon pie for those seeking a day of traversing the wilderness in search of these violet-blue gems. A pie is not rocket science, but several tips should be noted. Always pick through berries prior to baking, and remove any leaves, stems, twigs or squishy, nasty berries. When making pastry, lard produces a far flakier end product than shortening. If you cut a pie when it is too hot, the filling will leak out. Likewise, cutting a refrigerated pie before it is set will produce a similarly sloppy outcome.

Raspberry Cream Pie Crust:

1 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/3 cup melted butter or margarine Stir crumbs and butter together and press evenly onto the bottom and sides of a pie plate. Bake at 375 F for eight minutes, and then cool completely before proceeding with filling.

Filling:

1 package raspberry Jell-O 3/4 cup boiling water 1/2 cup cold water 1 250 g package cream cheese 1 cup raspberry yogurt (Note: do not use fat-free yogurt) 2 – 3 cups fresh raspberries Additional raspberries and mint leaves for garnish Combine Jell-O and boiling water, stir until dissolved. Stir in cold water. Chill until mixture has the consistency of unbeaten egg whites. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese until smooth and gradually beat in yogurt. Gradually stir in 3/4 cup of the Jell-O mixture, then pour into crust. Chill for one hour or until filling is set. Leave remaining Jell-O mixture at room temperature. Arrange raspberries over filling; spoon remaining Jell-O mixture over berries. Chill until completely set. Serve garnished with additional raspberries and mint leaves. Serves eight.

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To prepare crust, stir together flour and salt. With a pastry blender or fork, cut in lard until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add water, 1 tbsp at a time, and toss with a fork until mixture forms a ball. Squeeze into a flat ball, wrap in plastic wrap and chill overnight. Bring dough to room temperature and roll out on a well-floured surface. Cut a large circle to fit a pie plate. Roll remaining pastry and cut out another larger circle for the top crust. Proceed with pie filling.

Filling:

3 1/4 cups Saskatoons or blueberries 3/4 cup rhubarb, chopped 2/3 cup sugar 3 tbsp tapioca Stir together sugar and tapioca, then mix with berries and rhubarb. Pour into prepared crust. Cover with the top crust. Pinch together the top and bottom crusts around the edges and cut numerous vents in the top crust with a knife. Bake in a preheated 400 F oven for 20 minutes, then lower temperature to 375 F and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until filling is bubbling. Cool to room temperature for serving. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Serves eight to 10. LS Vors

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History of Kool-Aid

Working out of his mother's Hastings, Nebraska kitchen throughout the 1920s, young inventor Edwin Perkins had already invented a number of household products and patent medicines—such as the stop-smoking aid Nix-O-Tine—when he began selling a product door-to-door and by mail called FruitSmack, a concentrated fruit drink available in six flavours— strawberry, cherry, lemon-lime, grape, orange and raspberry—that proved popular with families due to its affordability. Because the concentrate was in liquid form, it was expensive to ship and breakage was a problem, which limited Perkins' ability to expand his business. So, in 1927, he set out to discover a way to remove the liquid entirely. The result—a powdered drink mix that Perkins was able to package in paper envelopes for cheap and hassle-free shipping—he called "Kool-Ade." Originally, Perkins sold his new product in local grocery stores, but demand quickly grew to be so great that he was soon racking up international sales. He quickly stopped selling his household products and patent med-

icines, relocated to Chicago to be in a better position to ship his fruit drink and, by 1934, had changed its name to "Kool-Aid." Throughout the Depression, Kool-Aid was sold for only five cents per envelope which ensured that it was a luxury that most families could afford, and plenty of children busied themselves offering the beverage at Kool-Aid stands for a small profit, if they could keep from drinking the merchandise. By 1950, Perkins employed 300 workers making over a million packets of Kool-Aid per day. In 1953, Perkins sold the operation to General Foods which almost immediately introduced the anthropomorphic pitcher that serves as Kool-Aid's mascot to this day. The original formula has remained largely unchanged, though new flavours have been added, and Kool-Aid remains a popular summertime drink amongst children, and is still available on city sidewalks for between 25 and 50 cents per glass. Bryan Birtles

// bryan@vueweekly.com

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PROFILE // PLAIN OF SIX GLACIERS TEA HOUSE

A real taste of nature When getting there is an uphill climb, the food tastes that much better

// Nickelas Johnson

Mike Angus // mikeangus@vueweekly.com

ood always tastes better when it's prepared outside, whether it's barbecued in the backyard, pulled from a picnic basket or cooked over an open campfire. No one knows this better than Susanne Gillies-Smith who, along with her mother Joy Kimball, has owned and operated Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House at Lake Louise since 1960. An invigorating two hours' hike along the lake's postcard-worthy waters brings you to the rustic, bustling hub: a two-story hiker's paradise built by Canadian Pacific Railway in 1927 to refresh the adventurous halfway to the glaciers beyond. By the time you reach its eye-popping location, your appetite will lead you straight to the kitchen—if the aroma of freshbaked bread doesn't first. "I make the bread fresh every morning; we have hummus which we hand-mash, scones are made fresh," Gillies-Smith enthuses. "Everything's homemade, because we have to carry in fresh ingredients every day. We have no electricity, so everything we make is pretty special." Talk about rustic. The only renovation they've made in the 50-plus years it's been in the family has been to add a propane stove to help keep up with the annual pilgrimage of outdoor enthusiasts from around the world. Despite the challenge of having no electricity, Gillies-Smith is still able to sate the most-deserving

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appetites, as the menu is rounded out with soups and sandwiches, chips and salsa, hot drinks and refreshing lemonade. "But the locals hike up for our chocolate cake," she intones like she's letting me in on a secret. "It's homemade." Gillies-Smith has been coming to the tea house with her parents since she can remember, raising a pet marmot with her sister and exploring the valley as a child. "[My parents] had spent time in the area, and had heard that CPR was getting rid of some of its more far-off tea houses, so they bought it," she explains of her family's passion. "[The menu is] inspired by what we can do that's fresh up here, but also that we don't need electricity for. The idea that everything is made from scratch—especially without electricity—is pretty rare. Obviously the food is really good, but it's more the experience that is special." From the Chateau Lake Louise, follow the shoreline trail along the west side of the lake. Follow signs to Lake Agnes/Plain of Six Glaciers to the west end of Lake Louise where the steady climb up the valley begins. There are a couple of junctions on the trail, but don't worry about getting lost: this is one of the busier hikes in the area. "We try not to figure out how many people come out, but I'd guess 300 – 400 a day," Gillies-Smith admits. With a tea room that seats 30 and a wraparound deck to hold just as many, this popular outpost gets cozy fast.

"The best time of day to hike is early in the morning. In July and August the trail gets quite busy, so if you happen to be the first people on the trail you usually run into five or six marmots, and often you'll see the goats that are down low, and start to come up higher as more people arrive." Gillies-Smith's favourite spot on the hike is the "goat's path" as she calls it—a lone ledge from where you look across a tiny pond to a moraine and glaciers. "The teahouse aside, it's one of the most incredible hikes," she expands. "It's only 6.6 km, but you see meadow, moraine, glacier, rock, ponds, rivers ... "For such a short hike, you see so much." Gillies-Smith tells me she's been coming to the tea house every summer since her parents bought it in 1960, when she was seven months old. I'll let you do the math, but the underlying story here is in her youthful, enthusiastic voice over the phone. If loving what you do, combined with an active lifestyle, are the keys to staying young, then GilliesSmith has it figured out—and she's extending her secret to everyone. "This isn't a calling; this is my choice," she declares. "It's what I think I'm really good at. If the teahouse wasn't here, I think a lot of people wouldn't hike, and I really feel like they get a real taste of nature coming up here." Literally. V Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House Susanne Gillies-Smith Lake Louise, AB

PROVENANCE

History of the Slurpee Though the Slurpee name has come to be synonymous with the flavoured slush beverage that provides sweet relief on a hot summer's day, 7-Eleven— the brand's parent—did not invent the concoction. Instead, Slurpees were first developed by Omar Knedlik who was raised a poor farm boy in Barnes, Kansas and moved to the nearby town of Coffeyville in the mid-1950s. Soon after, he became the owner of a Dairy Queen and, lacking a proper soda fountain, stored bottled soft drinks in his freezer. These bottles of pop would partially freeze and their slushy consistency proved a hit with Knedlik's customers. Because of the serendipitous popularity of his half-frozen sodas, Knedlik set out to find a way to replicate their slushy consistency on a regular basis, enlisting the help of a Dallas-based industrial machinery manufacturer who, luckily enough, was working on new technology to create air conditioning for automobiles. Adapting this technology for his purposes, Knedlik created what he called an "ICEE" machine after five years of hard work. By the mid1960s, the first ICEE machines were being sold in the United States. In 1965, the 7-Eleven company bought three of the machines as a trial, soon after placing them in all the company's

THE SLURPEE >> The bane of interns everywhere stores. A 1967 marketing brainstorm session produced the name "Slurpee" when in-house ad agency director Bob Stanford mentioned the drink made a slurping sound when being consumed. According to 7-Eleven's website, other names in the running included "Slurpish" and "Sippity." Originally, Slurpee machines were kept behind the counter and the attendant would have to pour the treat, but they were eventually made into self-serve units. The carbonated and partiallyfrozen beverages continue to be a hit;

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// Bryan Birtles

enough Slurpees are sold each year at 7-Elevens worldwide to fill 12 Olympicsized swimming pools, with more than 40 percent of all sales happening in June, July and August. Winnipeg, MB is considered the Slurpee capital of the world due to Winnipeggers' seemingly insatiable thirst for the slushy drinks, and each year on July 11, in that city and in others, Slurpee Day is celebrated. Traditional celebrations include Slurpee consumption and little else. Bryan Birtles

// bryan@vueweekly.com

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BEER

Two-wheeled pub crawl

A human-powered way to enjoy a brew all over the city When the sun comes out and summer hits in all its glory, one of my favourite pastimes is to hop onto my trusty bicycle and spend a couple hours riding Edmonton's amazing river valley trails. I love how you can ride for kilometres on end surrounded by trees and parks and the lazily flowing river and forget you are even in the city. I also love, from time to time, to end a solid ride by stopping for a quick beer to quench my thirst and celebrate a great .com weekly day outdoors. However, there t@vue thepin to is nothing worse than fightJason ing with busy traffic to reach a Foster decent pub to take the glow off a river valley ride. So, I have learned to spot a few good beer spots that are within reach of the river valley trails, requiring minimal interaction with cars. So, allow me WELL-DESERVED PINT >> All this riding's making me thristy // File to take you on a virtual bicycle pub crawl. A good place to start is at the northeast intense, climb from the Kinsmen. Pop out If you have some energy left, however, end of the city, at Hermitage Park. The at the west side of the High Level and you could head all the way back to the reason we start there is because the beer pop in for any of your favourite beer from south side of the High Level bridge and pickings are slim in that area of town, and around the world, there are about 75 on hook up with Saskatchewan Drive as is you won't want beer until you complete a the beer menu. Blanche de Chambly hits snakes across the north edge of the Unifew miles. The first seven or eight kilomethe spot after that last climb, or maybe a versity campus. It then meanders into a tres take you up to Rundle Golf Course bottle of Dieu Du Ciel Peche Mortel if the posh neighbourhood until Groat Road, and back down to the busy sister parks weather has turned wet on you. where you can hook up with a bike path of Rundle and Gold Bar. At the Gold Bar taking you back into the valley via the old bridge, I suggest you stay on the south After all the south bank climbs, you Keillor Road. Ride past Whitemud Park bank, but if you are really desperate for might want some easier riding, so head and its anglers and head to Fort Edmona beer, you could cross the river and pop north across the High Level and meet ton Park, where a pleasant destination out of the valley at Ada Boulevard and up with the bike path that runs parallel awaits you—Edmonton's only pub in the pedal a few blocks of residential streets to 109 Street (an amazing little secret of river valley. to Culina Highlands (6509 - 112 Ave). It is a path, right downtown but surprisingly I'm talking about the historic Maknown more for its food but the beer list quiet). After one long light at Jasper you hogany Bar at the Selkirk Hotel in Fort is not half bad. reach Ceili's Irish Pub (10338 - 109 St). It is Edmonton. This bar is a recreation of a Along the south bank awaits the best mostly a standard faux-Irish Pub, but has 1920s stand-up saloon. The place oozes options. The ride will take you out of the a couple of pleasant surprises, with both history, class and a leisurely pint. They valley to Capilano—a pleasant, gentle Mill Street Tankhouse Ale and Fuller's only have Alley Kat and Amber's on tap climb—and then quickly back down as London Pride on tap, both with enough and a small selection of imports in the you head to Riverside Golf Course, only hops to give you an energy burst for the bottle. Half the fun is imagining yourself to give you what I consider the worst hill last legs. in roaring 1920s Edmonton, enjoying a in the city up to Forest Heights. You don't You have ridden 22 kilometres or so now, glass of ale from Edmonton Brewing get to stop yet, even though you have put so if you are tiring you can take one last and Malting (original inhabitants of the on about 13 kilometres at this point (I am short trip by backtracking to the north end now-defunct Molson plant). Of course going to make you earn that beer). of the High Level, and then hang a right you will need to pay admission to the At the Muttart you have a fork in the and ride along the top of the river bank to park on top of your beer cost, but, think road. Go south up Mill Creek Ravine and 120 Street and swing north to 102 Avenue. of all the money you saved by riding you can end up at the funky Blue Chair A few short blocks on that road finds you your bike across town. Café (9624 - 76 Ave), which has Alley Kat at Original Joe's (12520 - 102 Ave). The apSix great beer destinations in about 35 on tap, and listen to some cool live mupeal of Original Joe's is its commitment to kilometres. Just watch your consumption, sic. Keep heading west, though, along the microbreweries: you will find Alley Kat, because you are going to have to ride winding paths of Skunk Hollow and behind Amber's, Yukon Brewing and Wild Rose all home once the beer glass is empty. V the Kinsmen to the High Level bridge and on tap, plus a decent selection of imports you hit what is undoubtedly the best beer in the bottle. The patio is not the best— Jason Foster is the creator of onbeer.org, list in town—and a great patio as well— looking onto their parking lot—but it has a a website devoted to news and views on the Sugar Bowl, which is just a short, but pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. beer from the prairies and beyond.

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REVUE // RIVER HOUSE GRILL

Happiness condensed

Zeroing in on an oft-overlooked element of dinner—dessert Jan Hostyn // jan@vueweekly.com

et's start with a bit of background. A while back I profiled Linda Kearney, aka Queen of Tarts, baker extraordinaire and Culina's dazzlingly gifted dessert wizardess. And of course, we talked desserts. And restaurant reviews. And when we put desserts and reviews together, Kearney felt that that was something you really didn't see much of: reviews that mention desserts more than fleetingly, if at all. OK, guilty as charged. I do mention desserts—just not often. But that's only because I'm too stuffed by the end of the meal to cram another bite of anything in, or I've run over my word count by the time I've gotten to mentioning dessert, so rather than risk my lovely editor's ire, I keep it short and sweet. So that's how Kearney and I ended up at River House Grill in St Albert. Our mission? To review dinner and dessert. Here goes. In the spirit of making it to dessert, we're going to have to try our hand at being pithy. So ... Appearance: Grand, especially the stately manor house exterior. Heavy drapes, damask seat coverings and washed walls, all bathed in rich jewel tones, lend an elegant but somewhat dated air to the dining room. Menu: Huge emphasis on local ingredients, with something for everyone. Descriptions are so enticing they make you want to order everything—or at least, they did for Kearney and I. Wine List: Extensive, including many offerings by the glass. Needing to maximize use of every inch of space in our stomachs, though, we both stuck to water. OK, now for the food. We both started with salad, and both salads were big hits. Kearney's Peppered Meteor Lake Ranch bison carpaccio, vine ripe tomato and asiago cheese salad ($14) was quite possibly the highlight of the night. Words like "soft" and "buttery" kept escaping from her mouth whenever a piece of bison found its way in, and she liked how the lemony dressing was used to accentuate the flavours rather than drown them out. My salad was an intriguing explosion of tastes and textures: fire-grilled red pear, roast pecans, feta cheese and organic salad leaves with a duo of balsamic dressings ($12). My mouth was smitten with the warm, creamy pear, but perplexed by the addition of hard, tasteless strawberries. We both agreed on the overall assessment of our entrées: for Kearney, the deep water Arctic char fillet ($29), and for me, the sugar sea salt and roast spice pan seared market salmon ($26). In both cases the highlight was the fish itself—moist, tender and superbly cooked. But the kitchen had also show-

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ROLLIN' ON A RIVER >> Go with dessert, end happy ered an inordinate amount of attention on the veggies, and it showed. Far from bland and ordinary fare, the array of asparagus, baby bok choy and yellow beets disappeared rather quickly from both of our plates. The accompanying sauces garnered a more lukewarm reaction. Kearney felt the salt had been given a few too many shakes with her chardonnay and lemongrass dill cream sauce, and the mango orange citrus garlic mojo that coated my salmon was simply too thick and, well, too mango-y—something I hadn't thought possible. But we both agreed that plate presentation was impeccable. The medley of colours and drizzles and layers really made us feel we were about to indulge in something truly extraordinary. And now—drum roll, please—dessert. Yes, we made it that far. Kearney scanned the dessert menu with her discerning eye and went to work. "Dessert should be the little jewel at the end of the menu; ideally, you want to see something there that you simply can't resist. Too often restaurants default to things that are safe, like brûlées, bread puddings and crumbles."

// Bryan Birtles

The verdict: River House's menu is safe, covering all the chocolaty, citrusy, crumbly bases. Kearney enjoyed seeing a gluten-free option—the crème brûlée—but found the menu kind of heavy. She doesn't see why dessert has to be all or nothing, and she likes it when there are some lighter—and perhaps fruit-based—options to choose from. But she also understands the logic; fruit can be finicky, and often requires last minute prep. Your best strategy might be to ask what your server recommends, and that's what Kearney usually does. Not on this night, though. I was peppering her with so many questions that she forgot and we simply ordered. I was tempted by the rhubarb, strawberry and Saskatoon crisp, but when Kearney pointed out that it was on the heavy side and none of the fruits were in season, I went for the citrusy option: the sharp lemon and key lime pie ($9). The plate that landed before me was stunning. The wedge of pale yellow pie was offset with vibrant red raspberry gelato. Lovely little blueberries were scattered playfully around the plate, and artistic drizzles of coconut, mango and raspberry sauces finished

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it off. Kearney thought all the flavours, colours and textures elevated it from simply pie to something special. In the spirit of the review, I offered Kearney the first bite. Just by sight, she knew it was the classic American version of the pie, made with sweetened condensed milk. She declared it rich, creamy and ultra-sweet and loved how they ramped up the graham wafer crust with oodles of coconut. I thought the tang from the raspberry gelato and the citrusy lemon and lime helped cut the sweetness, but it was still very sweet, very rich and probably even heavier than the crisp. But, in the spirit of research, I ate every last bite. My one quibble: as pretty as the trio of sauces were, there just wasn't enough to really taste them. Now, if they had been puddles instead of drizzle ... well, imagine the possibilities. Kearney ordered what she called "nursery food for adults," the raspberry and Chambord crème brûlée ($9). It's a dessert she doesn't often make herself, possibly because she finds it so addictive. This version lived up to her standards, with the crunch of the caramelized sugar, the creaminess of the custard and the tangy sourness of the fruit. She thoroughly enjoyed explor-

ing the different nuances each layer brought to the brûlée, but she thought a richer and eggier custard would have made it even better. Once again, thoughtful little extras made a welcome appearance. A jaunty little coconut macaroon was nestled next to the brûlée, and its richness helped offset the lighter custard. So, although the desserts were on the safe side, we both thought they were pretty darn delicious and well executed. Oh, one last word from Kearney for all you restaurants out there: appeal to all the senses and sell your desserts. Don't just ask if we want dessert—chances are we'll say no. But if you suggest a dessert and describe it in all its luscious, decadent, incredible detail, well, we just might not be able to resist. So there you have it: a review that actually mentions dessert. Now go forth and order dessert yourself. You can even stay for dinner while you're there. River House Grill is a good place to start. V Tue – Thu (5 pm – 9 pm); Fri & Sat (5 pm – 10 pm); Sun (4:30 pm – 8 pm) River House Grill 8 Mission Ave, St Albert, 780.458.2232

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THURSDAY JULY 1 EDMONTON PROPER Canada Day Fireworks Cruise • Edmonton Queen Riverboat, 9734 - 98 Ave • Enjoy a cold beverage from the middle of the North Saskatchewan while dazzling fireworks go off • For more info call 780.424.2628 or visit edmontonqueen.com Charlie Austin • Central Park Lounge, Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 - 101 St • 5 pm – 7 pm • Free • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call

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780.428.7111 or visit edmontonjazz.com Cousin Harley • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm •For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Roman Danylo • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts • For more info visit latitude53.com

Dominion Day Strawberry Tea • Rutherford House, 11153 Saskatchewan Dr • Celebrate Canada Day Rutherford House style with strawberry tea • For more info visit edmontonhighlands.ca

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Peter Van Huffel Quartet • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Jazzworks Collective Ensemble • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8

Canada Day • Alberta Legislature Grounds, 108 St - 97 Ave • 7 am – 5 pm •Pancake breakfast, 21 gun salute, cycle race, live music, agility dogs and more • For more info visit edmontoncelebratecanada.ca Canada Day •Borden Park •1 pm – 5 pm • Free hot dogs, drinks, cake, face painting, live music, free swimming and more • For more info visit edmontoncelebratecanada.ca Canada Day • City Hall, 100 St - 102A Ave • 11 am – 4 pm • Live music, displays, cake and more • For more info visit edmonton.ca Canada Day • Louise McKinney Park, Grierson Hill Rd • 2 pm – 9 pm • Music,

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dance, a waterfall show, kids' crafts, carnival games, fireworks and more • For more info visit eventsedmonton.ca Canada Day • Muttart Conservatory, 9629 - 96 St • 1 pm – 4 pm • Music, crafts, face painting and family fun • $5.25 – $10.50 • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit muttartconservatory.ca

23rd Annual Silly Summer Parade • 7730 - 106 St • 12 pm • Free • A familyfriendly float festival • For more info call 780.439.9166

EDMONTON METRO

Canada Day • Old Strathcona, Whyte Ave between 104 St and 108 St • 12 pm – 4 pm • Parade, picnic, cake and inflatable fun • For more info visit oldstrathconafoundation.ca

Art Walk • Perron District, St Albert • 6 pm – 9 pm • Enjoy an incredible selection of art • For more info visit artwalkstalbert.com

Canada Day • Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • 11 am – 4 pm • $5.25 – $10.50 • A huge variety of Canada Day entertainment, including crafts, puppets, science experiments and a birthday cake for Canada • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

Dominion Day • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 10 am – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • Costumed interpreters, music, dances and the inaugural run of Street Car #33 • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit fortedmontonpark.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Fireworks • Launched from Kinsmen Park and visible throughout the River Valley • 11 pm

Canada Day • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 10 am – 4 pm • Enjoy art displays, live music, crafts, games and more • For more info call 780.987.3054 Canada Day • Edmonton Garrison, just west of the Edmonton-Namao Airport • 11 am – 11:30 pm • $5 • Live music (Jefferson Starship, Owl River Band, Trainwreck, Flying Saucers and more), carousel, barbecued bison, fireworks, cake, face painting, vintage cars and possibly unicorns • For more info visit canadadayedmonton.ca Canada Day • Fort Saskatchewan • 8 am – 11 pm • Pancake breakfast, parade, free cupcakes and ice cream, a midway,

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live music, special childrens activities, fireworks and more • For more info call 780.992.6261 or visit fortsask.ca Canada Day • Four Seasons Park, southwestern edge of Beaumont • A party with music, food and entertainment, wrapped up with fireworks •For more info visit town.beaumont.ca Canada Day • Lions Park, Sir Winston Churchill Ave, St Albert • 9 am – 11 pm • Pancake breakfast, horse & wagon rides, live music, street hockey, face painting and more • For more info visit stalbert.ca Canada Day • Splash Park, Devon • Water games, patriotic festivities and more • For more info visit town.devon.ab.ca Canada Day • Warburg Community Hall, Warburg • Pancake breakfast, parade, party and demolition derby • For more info visit internationalregion.com Canada Day Festival • Sherwood Park Mall, 2020 Sherwood Drive • 10 am • For more info call 780.416.3058 or visit strathcona.ab.ca Canada Day and Street Performers Festival • Spruce Grove • Pancake breakfast, parade, face painting, balloon artists, vendors, live music, fireworks and more • For more info visit sprucegrove.org

Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com

EDMONTON PROPER Anna Beaumont • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 142 St • $15 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Roman Danylo • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info, including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca

Kim Mitchell & Sass Jordan • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $45.75 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com

Thea Neumann Quartet • The Copper Pot, 101-9707 - 110 St • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info, call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

Diana Stabel Quartet • Blue Chair Cafe, 9624 - 76 Ave • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info, call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com

Wild Rose Arabian Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

John Stowell Group • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

SATURDAY JULY 3

Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No suggestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Tomasz Stanko • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $38 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

FRIDAY JULY 2

EDMONTON METRO

Torben Holm-Pederson & Andrew Glover • Central Park Lounge, Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 - 101 St • 5 pm – 7 pm • Free • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.428.7111 or visit edmontonjazz.com United Steel Workers of Montreal • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With By Divine Right and guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

EDMONTON PROPER Roman Danylo • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info, including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com

Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm & 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Mario Pavone • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Show and Shine • MacGyver's Rod and Custom, 6541 Gateway Blvd • Free • Custom car show, now with extra shine • For more info call 780.432.4248 or visit macgyvers.com John Stowell Group • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 11 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com The Warped 45s • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

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SUNDAY JULY 4 EDMONTON PROPER Bluessmyth • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca The Cavaliers • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Roman Danylo • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info, including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com

Feats Festival of Dance • Trans Alta Arts Barns • 1 pm – 4 pm • Wide variety of dance styles on display • For more info visit abdancealliance.ab.ca

Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Lethbridge • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

Harp Jazz Quartet • Blue Chair Café, 9624 - 76 Ave • Tickets at door • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.989.2861 or visit edmontonjazz.com

Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm • $22.50 – $15 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

Mario Pavone • Yardbird Suite, 11 Tommy Banks Way • 8 pm & 9:30 pm • $16.75 (Tix) • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival •For more info call 780.432.0428 or visit yardbirdsuite.com

Helena Magerowski • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $15 • Part of the Edmonton International Jazz Festival • For more info call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com

Wild Rose Arabian Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

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EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Eskimos • Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road • 5 pm • vs B.C. Lions • For more info call 780.448.3757 or visit esks.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Lethbridge • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

TUESDAY JULY 6 EDMONTON PROPER

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

Alexandra Adomoski • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $10 • For more info call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com

Wild Rose Arabian Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

Bluessmyth • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

MONDAY JULY 5 EDMONTON PROPER Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen

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Earth Works • Harcourt House Arts Centre, 10215 - 112 St • 10 am – 5 pm • Get your hands dirty making a sculpture with the earth's favourite medium: clay! • For more info visit harcourthouse.ab.ca Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133 David Huntsberger • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Simon & Garfunkel • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 8 pm • $70.76 – $240.01 (TM) • For more info visit northlands.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones• $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

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The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

WEDNESDAY JULY 7

Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones• $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Weyburn • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com The Works • Sir Winston Churchill Square and various venues downtown • Edmonton's signature arts festival • For more info call 780.426.2122 or visit theworks.ab.ca

THURSDAY JULY 8

EDMONTON PROPER The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $18 – $12 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Bluessmyth • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Expressions of Hunger • Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts, 9225 - 118 Ave • Admission by Food Bank donation • Photography and poetry exhibit • For more info call 780.425.2133 Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Tool •Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7:30 pm • $50.76 – $80.76 (TM) • With guests • For more info visit northlands.com

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EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones• $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Weyburn • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

FRIDAY JULY 9 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more

Feast of Fools • City Room, City Hall, Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7 pm – 11 pm • $75 • A night of revelry, entertainment and gastronomics, raising funds for the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival • For more info visit edmontonstreetfest.com Lex Justice and Raspect • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations, and guest hosts • For more info visit latitude53.com

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info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com

$34.95 (TM, O) • For more info call 780.643.4000 or visit cnty.com

Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com

SOS Fest • Various locations alon Whyte Ave, including Blues on Whyte, Cook County Saloon, Megatunes, Pawn Shop, and the Empress • $15 – $30 • Old Strathcona's first-ever collaborative music festival, featuring Captain Tractor, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, Jessica Heine and more • For more info visit sosfest.ca

Deadmau5 • Shaw Conference Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave • 7 pm • $53 – $73 (TM) • For more info visit edmonton.com/shaw Doors Open Edmonton • Various locations around Edmonton, including the Jubilee Auditorium, Rutherford House and Royal Alberta Museum • Free guided tours of many historic buildings around Edmonton. Pre-registration required • To pre-register or get tour times, visit doorsopenedmonton.ca Fava Summer Party • Super-8 Film Festival screening and chance to schmooze with filmmakers • For more info, including time and location, visit fava.ca David Huntsberger • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Lex Justice and Raspect • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Ramblin' Jack Elliot • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $25 (B) • With NEeMA • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Streetheart with Kenny Shields • Century Casino, 13103 Fort Road •

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones• $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton International Street Performers Festival • Sir Winston Churchill Square • An amazing display of the best street performers from around the block and around the world • For more info visit edmontonstreetfest.com

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SURROUNDING AREAS

INCLUDES: Drayton Valley, Edson, Evansberg, Grande Cache, Hinton, Jasper Birding in Jasper Discovery Weekends • Jun 11 – 13 • Pine Bungelows, Jasper • 2 pm • Gord Ruddy guides birding tours around scenic Jasper, which is home to more than 180 species of birds in the summer • For more info visit pinebungelows.com

Thai Inspirations • Jun 18 – 20 • Bear Hill Lodge, 100 Bonhomme St, Jasper • $279 • A weekend of learning to cook and appreciate one of the world's most popular cuisines • For more info call 780.852.3209 or visit bearhilllodge.com

Brazeau County Fair •Jun 11 – 13 •Drayton Valley • Pancake breakfast, parade, livestock show, farmers' market, wheelbarrow races and more • For more info visit dvchamber.com

Beaver Bike Festival • June 19 • Hinton Bike Park, Hinton • 9 am – 5 pm • Competitions, food, prizes, sweet bike jumps and more • For more info visit bikehinton.com

Rangeton Farmer's Day Festival • Jun 11 – 13 • Rangeton Park, near Mayerthorpe • $10 – $50 • A great family music festival • For more info visit mayerthorpe.ca

Lobsterfest • Jun 19 • Jasper Activity Centre, 303 Pyramid Ave, Jasper • $50 • Jasper Rotary Club annual fundraiser and dinner, with lobster, live music from Kenny Wayne and an auction • For more info call 780.852.1969 or visit clubrunner. ca/jasper

Country Music Legends • Jun 12 • MacKenzie Centre, 45 Ave, Drayton Valley • 7:30 pm •$30 – $40 • Alfie Myhre, Joyce Smith, Bev Munro, Randy Hollar and Pete Hicks • For more info call 780.514.1098 or visit dvagsociety.com Jasper Community BBQ • Jun 13 • Centennial Park, Jasper • 1 pm – 5 pm • Barbecue to welcome newcomers to Jasper • For more info visit discoverjasper.com Farewell to the Raven Totem Pole • Jun 16 • Town Information Centre, Jasper • 11 am – 1 pm • Join Jasper's community in saying so long to its longstanding totem pole with live music and a picnic lunch • For more info visit jaspercanadianrockies.com Auresia • Jun 18 – 19 • Athabasca Hotel, 510 Patricia St, Jasper • 9 pm • $5 • For more info visit athabascahotel.com

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Föhn Festival •Jun 30 – Jul 1 • Green Square, Hinton • 5 pm • A celebration of Hinton's multiculturalism, with pavillions, activities and fireworks • For more info visit town.hinton.ab.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Drayton Valley • Parade and celebrations • For more info call 1.800.633.0899 or visit brazeautourism.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Edson •Variety of celebrations, including a duck race •For more info visit townofedson.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Grande Cache • Parade, food, music and more •For more info visit grandecache.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Hinton • Pancake breakfast, parade, activities in Green Square and more • For more info visit town.hinton.ab.ca

Canada Day • Jul 1 • Jasper • Pancake breakfast, parade, flag-raising ceremony, live entertainment, fireworks and more • For more info call 780.852.3858 or visit jaspercanadaday.com Edson Rodeo • Jul 2 – 4 • Edson Rodeo Grounds, just west of Edson • Pro rodeo with a variety of events and activities • For more info visit yellowheadagsociety.com Kin Mini Slo Pitch Tournament • Jul 2 – 4 • Vision Park, Edson • Dozens of teams, three game guarantee • For more info visit edsonkinsmen.ca Western Twist • Jul 3 • Edson • $5 – $10 • Variety of livestock competitions and parade • For more info visit yellowheadagsociety.com Pembina River Nights • Jul 9 – 10 • Rangeton Park, Evansburg • $50 – $100 • With Fred Eaglesmith, Bill Durst, Boogie Patrol, Joe Nolan, Space Basement, Snehasish Mozumder, the Swiftys and more • For more info call 780.514.4536 or visit asmallshieldmusic.ca Motion Notion Festival • Jul 15 – 19 • Bent River Ranch, Drayton Valley, one hour west of Edmonton •12 pm • $80 – $200 • A festival celebrating the centrality of motion to life, featuring live DJs from around the world • For more info, call 403.274.5978 or visit motionnotion.com Vancouver Folk Music Festival • Jul 16 – 18 • Jericho Beach Park, Vancouver, BC • 4 pm – 11 pm • $30 – $185 • With Calexico, Peatbog Faeries, Sarah Harmer, the Gertrudes and more • For more info call 604.602.9798 or visit thefestival.bc.ca

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Wild Mountain Music Festival • Jul 16 – 18 • Entrance Ranch, just north of Hinton • 5 pm • $25 – $90 • A weekend of music featuring Colin James, Kokoma, the Swiftys, the Fiddle River Band and more • For more info call 780.865.0849 or visit wildmountainmusicfest.ca Wildflowers of Jasper Discovery Weekend • Jul 16 – 18 • Pine Bungalows, Jasper • Learn how to identify wildflowers from reknowned flower fiend Barb Zimmer • For more info visit pinebungalows.com Wild Mountain Music Festival •Jul 16 – 18 • Entrance Ranch, eight km north of Hinton • $25 – $90 • With Wide Mouth Mason, Colin James, Ache Brasil, X-Band, Linkomatics, Bix Mix Boys, the Proper Charlies and more • For more info call 780.865.0849 or visit wildmountainmusicfest.ca National Parks Day • Jul 17 • Jasper • Free guided hikes, interpretive displays, children's activities and more • For more info visit friendsofjasper.com RCMP Musical Ride •Jul 29 • Edson Rodeo Grounds, just west of Edson • World-famous equestrian showcase • For more info visit townofedson.ca 401 Years Since Galileo • Jul 30 – Aug 1 • Pine Bungalows, Jasper • Reknowned astronomical enthusiast Frank Florian leads a star-viewing weekend that is truly out of this world. Learn to use a planisphere, read a sky chart and look at Jupiter and star clusters • For more info visit pinebungalows.com

Artswells Festival • Jul 30 – Aug 2 • Wells and Barkerville, BC, four hours west of Jasper • $30 – $95 • Over 80 musical acts on eight stages over four days •For more info visit artswells.com Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament •Jul 30 – Aug 2 • Kinsmen Club, Edson • 272 slo-pitch teams compete for over $60 000 in cash and prizes. Beer gardens and live enertainment at night • For more info, visit edsonkinsmen.ca Canadian Death Race • Jul 30 – Aug 1 • Grande Cache • A premier endurance race over 125 km of mountains, canyons, rivers and suffering. Solo and group categories available, and live music at night from Doc Walker, Great Big Sea, Dustin Bentall and more • For more info visit canadiandeathrace.com and deathfest.ca Mary Reimer Memorial Rodeo • Jul 31 – Aug 1 • Mary Reimer Park, Hinton • Rodeo, family dance and free camping • For more info call 780.865.5541 or visit discoverhinton.com Full Moon Hike • Aug 6 • Friends of Jasper, 500 Connaught Drive, Jasper • Nocturnal exploration with enthusiastic, educated volunteers •For more info call 780.852.4341 or visit friendsofjasper.com Pembina Valley Daze • Aug 6 – 8 • Evansburg, one hour west of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • Steak barbecues, a parade, petting zoo, pancake breakfast and more spice up Evansburg this weekend. • For more info visit partnersonthepembina.com Walking the Wilds Discovery Weekend • Aug 13 – 15 • Pine Bungalows, Jasper • Learn how to turn your kids into hiking enthusiasts and tramp along

guide Kristen Smitten's favourite tracks on this guided tour • For more info visit pinebungalows.com Jasper Heritage Rodeo • Aug 18 – 21 • Jasper •6 pm • $12 – $20 • Professional rodeo along with live music, a parade and show riding • For more info visit jasperheritagerodeo.com Sidewalk Jamboree •Aug 19 – 21 • Sidewalks of Edson • $28 – $30 • Sidewalk carnival with great variety of rides • For more info call 780.723.4918 or visit edsonchamber.com Robson Valley Music Festival •Aug 20 – 22 • North of Valemont, BC • $20 – $80 • A great weekend of live music • For more info visit robsonvalleymusicfestivalbc.com Wildlife Festival •Aug 29 – 30 • Visitor Information Centre, 409 Patricia Street, Jasper • Join Parks Canada and the community of Jasper for the fifth Annual Wildlife Festival to learn about all the work and research that goes into protecting Jasper's wildlife • For more info call 780.852.1886 or visit jaspercanadianrockies.com Thunder in the Valley Drag Racing • Sep 3 – 5 • Drayton Valley Municipal Airport, Drayton Valley • See a variety of drag races, including Canada's only jet cars and motorbikes • For more info call 780.542.7357 or visit thunderinthevalleydragrace.ca

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Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Regina • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

SATURDAY JULY 10 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 2 pm & 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info, including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com

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Doors Open Edmonton • Various locations around Edmonton, including the Jubilee Auditorium, Rutherford House, and Royal Alberta Museum • Free guided tours of many historic buildings around Edmonton. Pre-registration required • To pre-register or get tour times, visit doorsopenedmonton.ca High On Fire • Starlite Room, 10030 102 St • 8 pm • $18.50 (TM, B, O) • With guests Russian Circles and Skeletonwitch • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Highlands Walking Tour • 6240 Ada Blvd. • 3 pm – 5 pm • $5 • Led by Highlands resident Yessy Byl. Part of the Edmonton and North Alberta Historic Festival • For more info visit edmontonhighlands.ca Hip Hop For Hope 7 • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7 pm • $25 – $60 • Benefit concert in support of the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com David Huntsberger • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Lex Justice and Raspect • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit

bluesonwhyte.ca Light Travels CD Release Party • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Mitchell Residence Open House • 6128 Ada Blvd • 1 pm – 4 pm • $10 • Part of the Edmonton and North Alberta Historic Festival • For more info visit edmontonhighlands.ca Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com SOS Fest • Various locations along Whyte Ave, including Blues on Whyte, Cook County Saloon, Megatunes, Pawn Shop, and the Empress • $15 – $30 • Old Strathcona's first-ever collaborative music festival, featuring Captain Tractor, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, Jessica Heine and more • For more info visit sosfest.ca

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Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones• $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton International Street Performers Festival • Sir Winston Churchill Square • An amazing display of the best street performers from around the block and around the world • For more info visit edmontonstreetfest.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Regina • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Highland Gathering • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 10 am – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • Haggis, bagpipes, drumming, dance, family games, and more • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit fortedmontonpark.ca

SUNDAY JULY 11 EDMONTON PROPER David Huntsberger • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 10:30 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

This summer, visit St. Albert!

National Aboriginal Day June 27, 2010 Declared in 1966, National Aboriginal Day celebrates the heritage and contributions of Aboriginal people across the country. Celebrations will be held at Lions park from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm and will include crafts, Aboriginal games, stories from Elders and refreshments.

Canada Day Celebrations July 1, 2010

From 11:00am – 2:00pm, participants enjoy a variety of fun hands-on activities, horse & wagon rides, and entertainment in St. Albert’s Lions park. Other activities will be held throughout the city.

Taste! of Summer Sunday, July 11, 2010

4:00 – 7:00 p.m. St. Albert Botanic Park 265 Sturgeon Road, St. Albert Your palate will be delighted to sample plump red strawberries, succulent organic beef, and other regional delicacies. Sip a glass of wine while you chat with the farmers and chefs that grow and cook with the freshest ingredients IURP WKH FRXQWU\VLGH À HOGV

Business and Tourism Development

Rock’n August August 3 - 7, 2010

Rock’n August is an annual celebration of cars and music, held in August. &ODVVLF FDUV DQG PXVLF IURP WKH À IWLHV and sixties are the premise behind WKLV À YH GD\ HYHQW WKDW VKRZFDVHV over 500 automobiles valued at over $15-million. For more information go to www.rocknaugust.com

For tickets and information go to www.edmontonscountryside.com tickets: $15 + GST

www.visitstalbert.com St. Albert Business & Tourism Development | 71 St. Albert Trail, St. albert AB T8N 6L5 | 780.459.1631 info@st-albert.net

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Thea vs Loki • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Edmonton Canada Cup 2010 • Kinsmen Park, 9100 Walterdale Hill • 9 am – 4 pm • The top mountain bikers in Canada come to Edmonton to race race a course starting at the Kinsmen Centre • For more info visit albertamtbracing. wordpress.com

vs Montreal Alouettes • For more info call 780.448.3757 or visit esks.com Edmonton International Street Performers Festival • Sir Winston Churchill Square • An amazing display of the best street performers from around the block and around the world • For more info visit edmontonstreetfest.com

TUESDAY JULY 13

Whyte Avenue Street Fair • 82 Ave between 103 St and 105 St • 12 pm – 5 pm • Whyte Ave is closed to traffic for a street fair featuring live entertainment • For more info visit oldstrathcona.ca

EDMONTON PROPER

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 2 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com

Valley Zoo Zoofari • Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • $5.25 – $10.50 • A special celebration with different themes and animal encounters • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca

SOS Fest • Various locations along Whyte Ave, including Blues on Whyte, Cook County Saloon, Megatunes, Pawn Shop, and the Empress • $15 – $30 • Old Strathcona's first-ever collaborative music festival, featuring Captain Tractor, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, Jessica Heine and more • For more info visit sosfest.ca

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Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm & 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Dramaworks • Fine Arts Building and Timms Centre for the Arts, 112 St - 87 Ave • $210 – $435 • A summer theatre workshop for adults • For more info, including online registration, visit theatrealberta.com Doors Open Edmonton • Various locations around Edmonton, including the Jubilee Auditorium, Rutherford House and Royal Alberta Museum • Free guided tours of many historic buildings around Edmonton. Pre-registration required • To pre-register or get tour times, visit doorsopenedmonton.ca Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 11:30 am – 4 pm •Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Barbershop Music Appreciation Day • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 10 am – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • A mass of chorus singers provides a day of fun and close harmony singing • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit fortedmontonpark.ca Edmonton Eskimos • Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road • 5 pm •

Kurimoto Japanese Garden Guided Walking Tours • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 10 am – 6 pm • $3 – $13 • Learn about the history of the Japanese Gardens and the symbolism behind the landscape • For more info call 780.987.3054 Taste! of Summer • St. Albert Botanic Part, 265 Sturgeon Rd, St. Albert • 4 pm – 7 pm • $15 • Delight your palate with beef, strawberries, and other deliciacies • For more info visit edmontonscountryside.com

Each day this week, July 12 – 18 Edmonton International Street Performers Festival • Sir Winston Churchill Square • An amazing display of the best street performers from around the block and around the world • For more info visit edmontonstreetfest.com

MONDAY JULY 12 EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

WEDNESDAY JULY 14 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona

Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Fear Factory • Starlite Room, 10030 102 St • 8 pm • $29.50 (TM, B, O) • With guests • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Highlands Walking Tour • 6240 Ada Blvd. • 6:30 pm – 8 pm • $5 • Led by Highlands resident Gail Rydman. Part of the Edmonton and North Alberta Historic Festival •For more info visit edmontonhighlands.ca Jessi Campbell • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Mainly Malbec • BIN 104 Fine Wine and Spirits, 5454 Calgary Trail • 7 pm • $30 • Explore the many flavours of the multitalented Malbec grape • To make a reservation or get more information call 780.436.8850 or visit bin104.com

Kids on Safari • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 8 – 11 that focuses on exciting nature adventures around the city• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games, and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

THURSDAY JULY 15 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Bon Jovi• Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road • 7 pm • $35.25 – $148.50 (TM) • For more info call 780.944.7400 or visit ticketmaster.ca

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Jessi Campbell • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

Toby • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

Sean Hayden • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations, and guest hosts • For more info visit latitude53.com

Sometimes announcements come in right on the wire. Check out these last minute additions, and keep an eye on hotsummerguide.com for all the latest events.

Fri, Jul 16 • The Bank's Downtown Party Tent • Wolfgang Gartner

Fri, Jul 23 • The Bank's Downtown Party Tent • MSTRKRFT

Sat, Jul 17 • The Bank's Downtown Party Tent • LMFAO

Wed, Sep 1 • Los Lobos, John Hiatt & the Combo • Winspear Centre • $59.75

Fri, Jul 9 • OK Go • Starlite Room • $19.50

Thu, Jul 22 • The Bank's Downtown Party Tent • USS, Hail the Villain, Hollerado

Wed, Jul 14 •The Bank's Downtown Party Tent • Mike "The Situation" and DJ Vice

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Fri, Jul 23 • Neil Young, Bert Jansch • Jubilee Auditorium • $75 – $255

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Karl Schwonik • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $10 • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Toby • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Yuma Scorpions • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Kids on Safari • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 8 – 11 that focuses on exciting nature adventures around the city• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

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FRIDAY JULY 16 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com Jessi Campbell • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Forest City Lovers • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For

more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Maritime Night • Edmonton Queen Riverboat, 9734 - 98 Ave • 5:30 pm • $21.95 – $49.95 • Seafood buffet, live music and drink specials make this boat ride one to remember • For more info call 780.424.2628 or visit edmontonqueen.com Raul Malo • Century Casino, 13103 Fort Road • $29.95 – $39.95 (TM, O) • For more info call 780.643.4000 or visit cnty.com St Aggie's '84 • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • A new musical written by Chris Wynters of Captain Tractor fame • For more info visit artsontheave.org Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No suggestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Toby • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen

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Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Yuma Scorpions • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com ASSIST Walk & Run • Chinese Garden, Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9529 Grierson Hill • 10 am •$10 • A 5k run and 3k walk and fundraiser for ASSIST Community Services Centre • For more info call 780.429.3111 or visit assistsc.org

The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games, and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas • Walterdale Playhouse, 10322 - 83 Ave • 8 pm • $12 – $18 (Tix, O) • A charming musical detailing the highly musical travails of Miss Mona and her working girls at the Chicken Ranch • For more info call 780.439.2845 or visit walterdaleplayhouse.com

Blue Öyster Cult • Century Casino, 13103 Fort Road • $39.95 – $49.95 (TM, O) • For more info call 780.643.4000 or visit cnty.com

SATURDAY JULY 17 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 2 pm & 7:30 pm • $27.75 – $22.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's

Jessi Campbell • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Marco Claveria • Jeffrey's Café, 9640 - 142 St • $10 • For more info, call 780.451.8890 or visit jeffreyscafe.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm & 8 pm • $15 –$22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com

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Organic Orbit • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With Aperture and guests • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com St Aggie's '84 • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • A new musical written by Chris Wynters of Captain Tractor fame • For more info visit artsontheave.org Toby • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Undiscovered Singing Competition • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Yuma Scorpions • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

EDMONTON METRO

Drift Mania • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com Peter Frampton • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $56.25 – $66.25 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com Poundmaker's Lodge/Nechi Institute Powow • Poundmaker's Lodge, #1 Poundmaker Rd, St. Albert • 12 pm • Free • Celebrating the best in Aboriginal singing and dance • For more info call 780.454.1884 or visit poundmaker.org

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Flap Jacks at the Tracks • Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum, 100 Railway Ave, Spruce Grove • Enjoy a morning breakfast with the Agricultural Society, followed by a tour of the elevator • For more info visit sprucegroveagsociety.com

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Chris Wynters of Captain Tractor fame • For more info visit artsontheave.org

EDMONTON PROPER Jessi Campbell • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com National Treasure • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Poundmaker's Lodge/Nechi Institute Powow • Poundmaker's Lodge, #1 Poundmaker Rd, St Albert • 12 pm • Free • Celebrating the best in Aboriginal singing and dance • For more info call 780.454.1884 or visit poundmaker.org St Aggie's '84 • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • A new musical written by

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

St Albert Botanic Park Rose Show • St Albert Botanic Park, Sturgeon Rd, St. Albet • 8:30 am – 5 pm • Huge rose exhibit and contest with many categories, including best minature rose, best rose from first-time grower and best rose smell • For more info call 780.458.7163 or visit stalbertbotanicpark.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 2 pm • vs Yuma Scorpions • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Special Summer Event • Alberta Railway Museum, 24215 - 34 St • $2 – $5 • Specially designed kids reading hour • For more info visit railwaymuseum.ab.ca Valley Zoo Summer Celebration • Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • 12 pm – 4 pm • $5.25 – $10.50 • Welcome new animals to the zoo and enjoy a musical parade and nerf games •For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca

EDMONTON METRO Drift Mania • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY 3rd Annual Green Festival • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 10 am – 4 pm • $3 – $13 • Learn how easy it is to be green at this family-friendly event featuring crafts, games, guest speakers and more • For more info call 780.987.305

Each day this week, July 19 – 25 Andrew "Jr. Boy" Jones • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave •Every day except Sunday • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca St Aggie's '84 • Old Cycle Building, 9351 - 118 Ave • A new musical written by Chris Wynters of Captain Tractor fame • For more info visit artsontheave.org

Art that ignites your mind, festivals that leave you wanting more and never-ending green space. Wake up the world to Edmonton! Share your Edmonton story at Edmontonstories.ca Win a $500 West Edmonton Mall Shopping Spree when you invite family and friends to visit Edmonton. It's simple! Visit www.edmonton.com/invitefamilyandfriends, choose your e-postcard, personalize it, and email it to family and friends outside the region. Encourage them to experience Edmonton! Some restrictions apply.

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SURROUNDING AREAS

INCLUDES: Athabasca, Barrhead, Beaverlodge, Boyle, Driftpile, Fairview, Fort McMurray, Grand Prairie, Lesser Slave Lake, Manning, Morinville, Radway, Rochester, Slave Lake, Thorhild, Valleyview, Westlock, Whitecourt Alberta Triple Crown ATV Series • Jun 12 • Westlock Motocross Track • Thrilling ATV action • For more info visit WILDAlberta.com Motorcycle Races • Jun 13 • Thorhild Rodeo Grounds • Thrilling vintage flat-track contests • For more info visit WILDAlberta.com Highland Games • Jun 13 • Macklin Field, Grande Prairie • Dance competition, pipe bands, sheep dog trials and Scottish booths • For more info visit gphighlandgames.com Boyle Rodeo • Jul 17 – 18 • Boyle • $5 – $10 • Parade, pancake breakfast, rodeo events, horse show and more • For more info call 780.689.2018 or visit kalynacountry.com North County Fair • Driftpile, Alberta • Jun 18 – 20 • Dozens of roots, folk and country musicians perform • Advance weekend pass $100 ($60 youth), $120 at gate ($80 youth) • Tickets at Earth's General Store and Blackbyrd Myoozik • For more info visit lslncca.ca/current Summer Solstice Picnic in the Park • Jun 18 • Doug MacRae Park, Keyano College, Fort McMurray • 4 pm – 9 pm • Live music, free barbecue, talent search and more • For more info visit keyano.ca/solstice Lions Oldtime Country Music Jamboree • Jun 18 – 20 • Cummings Lake, north of Fairview • Three days of old-fashioned pickin' • For more info call 1.800.215.4535 or visit mightypeace.com

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Barenaked Ladies • Jun 29 • MacDonald Island Park, Fort McMurray • $59 –$69 • For more info call 780.791.1600 or visit eventswoodbuffalo.com Magnificent River Rats Festival • Jul 1 – 2 • Athabasca River Front, north of Edmonton on Hwy 2 • $25 • Codie Prevost, Deric Rutan and other musical acts • For more info visit riverratsfestival.com Canada Rocks Concert • Jun 30 • MacDonald Island Park, Fort McMurray • 6 pm • Free • Kim Mitchell plays the Syncrude Main Stage • For more info visit rock979.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Fort McMurray • Live music, food, parade and fireworks • For more info visit rock979.ca Thorhild Stampede • Jul 1 – 2 • Thorhild • Parade, rodeo events, lumberjacks, a demolition derby and motorcycles • For more info call 780.736.3843 or visit thorhild.com/stamp.html Rio Grande Rodeo • Jul 1 – 2 • Rio Grande Sports Grounds, west of Grande Prairie • $12 • Rodeo events, horse racing, dances and more • For more info call 780.876.4222 or visit cararodeo.com Astral Harvest • Jul 1 – 4 • Driftpile Valley • $65 – $140 • DJs, camping, workshops, performance art and art installations • For more info visit astralharvest.com

Sawfest • Jul 1 – 4 • Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre, Slave Lake • $35 – $55 • With Kim Mitchell, Doc Walker, the Roadhammers and more • For more info visit sawfest.com Expert Mobile Extreme Country Fever • Jul 3 – 5 • Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie • $59 – $239 • With Six West, High Valley, Neil McCoy, Desert Heat and more • For more info call 780.513.2839 or visit countryfever.ca Hawg Flatts Annual Rally • Jul 9 – 11 • Hawg Flatts, north of Athabasca on Hwy 2 • Motorcycle rally, camping and pig roast • For more info visit hawgflatts.com Jones Country Jamboree • Jul 9 –11 • Beaverlodge • An annual country-music festival with fun for the whole family • For more info call 780.354.8451 Pro Beach Volleyball Tournament • Jul 9 – 11 • Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre, Slave Lake • A fun-filled event with tons of action and thrills • For more info visit sawridgeslavelake.com Provincial Motocross Series • Jul 10 – 11 • Westlock Motocross Track • Highspeed motocross racing • For more info visit WILDAlberta.com Teepee Creek Stampede • Jul 15 – 18 • Teepee Creek, northeast of Grande Prairie • $10 – $20 (free camping) • Pancake breakfast, rodeo events, pig roast and more • For more info call 780.832.7481 or visit tpstampede.ca

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Grand North American Old Time Fiddle Championship • Jul 16 – 18 • Radway Agricentre, 40 min north of Edmonton on Hwy 28 • 5:30 pm – 7 pm • $10 – $20 • World-class fiddling, camping and a dance • For more info visit wildrosefiddlers.org Alberta Sandsculpture Championships • Jul 17 • Devonshire Beach, Slave Lake • Registration opens at 10 am • Themed sculpture contest, beach volleyball tournament, live entertainment and food • For more info visit myslavelake.com Pioneer Day • Jul 17 • Westlock • $2 – $4 • Step back in time and enjoy a great day of historic activities • For more info visit WILDAlberta.com Slave Lake Triathlon • Jul 17 – 18 • In and around Slave Lake • Inspiring athletic competition with three of the most popular activities in the world • For more info visit sawridgeslavelake.com Pioneer Days • Jul 17 – 18 • South Peace Centennial Museum, Beaverlodge • 8 am – 7 pm • $5 – $10 • Get into your hot tub and go back in time with a wide array of historic activities, including butter making and steam engine parades • For more info call 780.354.8869 or visit spcm.ca Battle River Rodeo • Jul 23 – 25 • Near Manning • Chuckwagons, demolition derby and chariot races. No word if Charlton Heston will appear • For more info call 780.836.3163 or visit mightypeace.com

Sasquatch Gathering • Jul 23 – 25 • North Country Fair, Lesser Slave Lake • $50 – $70 • Tippy Agogo, Boogie Patrol, Le Fuzz and more • For more info, visit brassmonkeyproductions.com Street Performers Festival • Jul 23 – 25 • Downtown Grande Prairie • Exceptional talent and an ideal festival atmosphere • For more info visit gpstreetfest.com Le Tour de l'Alberta • Jul 25 • Ray McDonald Sports Centre, 9908 104 St, Morinville • $20 – $70 • Choose between 20, 50, 100 and 185 km rides, with a 3 km for kids • For more info, call 780.716.3235 or visit tourdalberta.ca Fair & Rodeo • Aug 6 – 8 • Valleyview • $5 – $10 • Parade, pancake breakfast and rodeo events • For more info call 780.524.3473 or visit valleyviewagsociety.ca Blue Heron Fair • Aug 6 – 8 • Barrhead • Pancake breakfast, parade, rodeo, demolition derby, kids' activities and more • For more info call 780.674.5076 InterPLAY • Aug 6 – 8 • Franklin Ave, Fort McMurray • Music, vendors, food, street performers, a talent search and more will make the 20th anniversary of this festival a hit • For more info visit eventswoodbuffalo.com/interplay.html Rochester Fair Days • Aug 7 – 8 • Rochester Community Hall & Fair Grounds • Pancake breakfast, parade, beer gardens, dance, car show and more • For more info call 780.698.3971 Fly-in Breakfast •Aug 8 • Westlock Airport • 7 am – 11 am • Enjoy a great breakfast while you explore the Westlock Airport • For more info visit WILDAlberta.com RCMP Musical Ride • Aug 18 • Valleyview Fairgrounds, Valleyview • Meet and greet the riders, eat beef on a bun and enjoy the famous spectacle • For more info call 780.524.3473

Westlock and District Agricultural Society Annual Fair and Rodeo • Aug 20 – 22 • Westlock • Parade, pancake breakfasts, tractor pull, a rodeo, a demolition derby, trade shows and psychic readings make this a jam-packed weekend event • For more info visit westlock.ca Motorcycle Ride for STARS • Aug 21 • Westlock • 8 am – 6 pm • Live auction, door prizes and, of course, motorcycles in support of a charitable cause • For more info go to WILDAlberta.com Jet Boat Association Rally • Aug 21 • Whitecourt • 10:30 am – 7 pm • Family-friendly boat races at high speed • For more info visit whitecourt.ca Alberta Dirt Riders • Aug 21 – 22 • Whitecourt • White Ridge Motocross Track • Provincial series race • For more info visit WILDAlberta.com Walk a Mile in Her Shoes • Aug 22 • Borealis Park, Fort McMurray • 1 pm – 3 pm • Men's march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence • For more info call 780.791.6708 Sunflower Contest • Aug 28 • Thorhild, one hour north of Edmonton • Come and witness Thorhild's finest sunflowers duke it out for the coveted number one spot • For more info, call 780.398.3688 Summer's End • Sep 3 – 5 • MacDonald Island Park, Fort McMurray • Midway and major concert action • For more info call 780.791.1600 or visit eventswoodbuffalo.com

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Jenni: Dress - Meese (Meese), Sunglasses - Ray Ban (Queue), Scarf - Solola - (C'est Sera), Shoes - Model's own

MONDAY JULY 19 EDMONTON PROPER Free Winspear Centre Tour • Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 11 am • For more info visit edmontonsymphony.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children

age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Nature Explorers Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8 that focuses on a different theme each day of the week • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

TUESDAY JULY 20 EDMONTON PROPER

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 11:30 am • vs Tijuana Cimarrones • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

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Nature Explorers Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8 that focuses on a different theme each day of the week • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

WEDNESDAY JULY 21 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com

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“… profoundly moving…” (FFWD Magazine) One of Alberta’s Top Cultural Attractions (Attractions Canada)

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6 PM: July 9, 10, 16 3 PM: July 11, 17, 18 Ticket Prices Adults: $32-$44 Children (6-12): $17-$29 Children (5 & under): free Seniors: $27-$39 Students: $25-$37 Group Rates are available

On a stage in a hidden valley in Drumheller, Alberta, hundreds of actors and musicians re-tell the story of the life, death, and resur1-888-823-2001 rection of Jesus. www.canadianpassionplay.com

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Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Story Slam • Blue Chair Café, 9624 - 76 Ave • 7 pm • $5 suggested donation • Sign up to tell your five minute story • For more info call 780.915.8869 or visit bluechair.ca Kelly Taylor • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tijuana Cimarrones • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Nature Explorers Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8 that focuses on a different theme each day of the week • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Summer Solstice Picnic and Country Hoe-down • Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm, 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord • 2 pm – 11 pm • Food, friends, flowers and dancing • For more info call 1.888.921.2270 or visit prairiegardens.org

THURSDAY JULY 22

– $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com The Cat Empire • Edmonton Event Centre, 8882 - 170 St • 8 pm • $32.25 (TM) • For more info visit edmontoneventcentre.ca Kelly Taylor • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Michael Franti and Spearhead • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 8 pm • $47 • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts. This week, meet artist Scott Smallwood • For more info visit latitude53.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Clean Air Cinema: The Lion King• Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • 11 am – 4 pm • $5.25 – $10.50 • Enjoy a classic family film on a jumbo screen at the zoo! • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Nature Explorers Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8 that focuses on a different theme each day of the week • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

FRIDAY JULY 23 EDMONTON PROPER

EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75

The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more

info visit teatrolaquindicina.com Edmonton Honda Indy • Edmonton Municipal Airport • $135 – $240 • Cars, loudness, speed and other sensations •For more info call 780.471.7210 or visit edmontonindy.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 5:30 pm – 12 am •Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Kelly Taylor • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No suggestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Leif Vollebekk • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Wolf Parade • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $22 (TM, B, O) • With guests Moools • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks • For more info visit capitalex.ca Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Nature Explorers Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8 that focuses on a different theme each day of the week • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

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Sesame Street Live: 1-2-3 ... Imagine! • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $19 – $80 (TM) • For more info, visit northlands.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Taste of Edmonton • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 11 am – 11 pm • One of the biggest outdoor food events in North America, with live entertainment, street vendors and delicious food • For more info visit EventsEdmonton.ca

Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks. • For more info visit capitalex.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

Sesame Street Live: 1-2-3 ... Imagine! • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 10:30 am & 2 pm • $19 – $80 (TM) • For more info visit northlands.com

Movie Under the Stars • Legacy Park, Fort Saskatchewan • 10 pm • Bring the whole family out for a night of cinematic craziness • For more info call 780.992.6261 or visit fortsask.ca.

SATURDAY JULY 24 EDMONTON PROPER The Ambassador's Wives • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 2 pm & 7:30 pm • $22.75 – $27.75 (Tix) • Teatro La Quindicina's take on 1920s French Riviera • For more info visit teatrolaquindicina.com Drake • Edmonton Event Centre, 8882 - 170 St • 8:30 pm • $72.50 (TM) • For more info visit unionevents.com Edmonton Honda Indy • Edmonton Municipal Airport • $135 – $240 • Cars, loudness, speed and other sensations •For more info call 780.471.7210 or visit edmontonindy.com Macbeth • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • The Scottish Play, part of the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Solus CD Release Show • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Kelly Taylor • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Medicine Hat • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

EDMONTON METRO Tritech Compression / Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

SUNDAY JULY 25 EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Honda Indy • Edmonton Municipal Airport • $240 – $135 • Cars, loudness, speed and other sensations •For more info call 780.471.7210 or visit edmontonindy.com Jason Buie • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.cah Much Ado About Nothing • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park • 2 pm & 8 pm • $15 – $22.50 (Tix) • Shakespeare's scintillating Sicilian comedy comes to the River City Shakespeare Festival • For more info call 780.425.8086 or visit freewillshakespeare.com Kelly Taylor • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and

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fireworks. Today's live music includes George Canyon with guest Gord Bamford • For more info visit capitalex.ca Edmonton In The Past • Rutherford House, 11153 Saskatchewan Drive • 12 pm – 4 pm • $3 – $4 • Celebrate local history with a tour of this magnificent Edwardian mansion •For more info call 780.427.3995 or visit culture.alberta.ca Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Medicine Hat • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com Sesame Street Live: 1-2-3 ... Imagine! • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 1 pm & 4:30 pm • $19 – $80 (TM) • For more info visit northlands.com

EDMONTON METRO Tritech Compression / Campbell

Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

Each day this week, July 26 – August 1 Taste of Edmonton • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 11 am – 11 pm • One of the biggest outdoor food events in North America, with live entertainment, street vendors and delicious food • For more info visit EventsEdmonton.ca

MONDAY JULY 26

EDMONTON PROPER Sean Carney • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

Free Winspear Centre Tour • Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 11 am • For more info visit edmontonsymphony.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Medicine Hat • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com

Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks. Today's music includes Stereos with Down With Webster • For more info visit capitalex.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen

I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

TUESDAY JULY 27 EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks • For more info visit capitalex.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of

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dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 11:30 am – 4 pm •Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

WEDNESDAY JULY 28 EDMONTON PROPER Julian McCullough • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Ohbijou • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton Prospects • John Fry Park, 9700 - 28 Ave • 7 pm • $8 (under 6 free) •vs Okotoks • For more info visit prospectsbaseballclub.com I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

THURSDAY JULY 29 EDMONTON PROPER Chanda Cooper • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavenso-

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cialclub.com Meat Loaf• Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $71.50 – $103 (TM) • With Lisa Bouchelle • For more info visit northlands.com Julian McCullough • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Opening Reception for Sylvia Ziemann • 7 pm – 10 pm • An exhibition on the theme of cocooning •For more info visit harcourthouse.ab.ca Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts. This week, meet artist Marc Siegner • For more info visit latitude53.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks • For more info visit capitalex.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

FRIDAY JULY 30 EDMONTON PROPER "Gore, Quebec" & "Not Another Fucking Landscape" • Latitude 53, 2nd Floor, 10248 - 106 St • 8 pm • Free ($5 suggested donation) • Opening of a new exhibit featuring photography from Jonas St Michael and the curatorial powers of Anthony Easton. The exhibits run until September 4 • For more info, call 780.423.5353 or visit latitude53.org Juliette Lewis • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $25 (TM, B, O) • With guests • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca

Julian McCullough • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Theatre Sports • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Amazing, interactive improv. No suggestion too outlandish! • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks • For more info visit capitalex.ca

1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Oh Susanna! • Varscona Theatre, 10329 - 83 Ave • 11 pm • $10 (Tix) • Edmonton's premiere Euro-style variety show, hosted by Susanna Patchouli and Eros, God of Love • For more info visit rapidfiretheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Undiscovered Singing Competition • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Eskimos • Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road • 7 pm • vs BC Lions • For more info call 780.448.3757 or visit esks.com I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

EDMONTON METRO Blueberry Bluegrass Country Music Festival • Homecoming Park, 4202 - 50 St, Stony Plain • 12 pm • $45 – $100 (TM) • Loose Rooster, Mashville Brigade, Fred Eaglesmith and more • For more info call 780.922.4973 or visit blueberrybluegrass.com LeAnn Rimes • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $46 – 56 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

SATURDAY JULY 31 EDMONTON PROPER Julian McCullough • The Comic Strip,

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Jenni: Shirt - RD (C'est Sera) Skirt - Valérie Dumain (Meese) Belt - Brave (Meese)

Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks. Today's music includes Metric with guests Hot Hot Heat • For more info visit capitalex.ca Heritage Festival • Hawrelak Park • 12 pm – 9 pm • 63 pavilions representing over 85 cultures from around the world, with delicious food, dancing, craft sales and more •For more info call 780.488.3378 or visit heritage-festival.com

EDMONTON METRO Blueberry Bluegrass Country Music Festival • Homecoming Park, 4202 - 50 St, Stony Plain • 9:30 am • $100 – $45 (TM) • Loose Rooster, Mashville Brigade, Woodbend and more • For more info call 780.922.4973 or visit blueberrybluegrass.com

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Fantasti-cycle journeys Top cycle tours across the continent

is a fully-supported bicycle tour now in its 15th year that appeals to those seeking a challenging ride. The group is limited to 120 participants. The route is changed slightly each year to encourage repeat riders, and the nighttime festivities add to the element of a vacation from the routine.

BRyen Dunn // BRyen@vueweekly.com

s an avid year-round cyclist, I use my wheels primarily as a form of transportation, helping to get me from one place to another typically quicker than transit or vehicle within urban centres. However, I still have to manoeuver my way through traffic, pedestrians and other cyclists as I ride along city streets. So when an occasion arises where I can escape the routine and let loose, I relish it. I recently had the opportunity to participate in a couple of big cycling events, both within major urban centres other than my own. There's something very awesome about cycling with thousands of other riders of various ages and abilities, riding everything from decorated two-wheelers to unicycles and tandems. It's also a growing niche tourism market, as more and more individuals are travelling to attend these annual, national events. With the added environmental and health benefits, along with a great party atmosphere, it's no wonder the number of participants continues to grow each year. If there's one place in North America you'd likely not consider cycling, I'd have to say the majority would agree on New York City. But on a recent trip to the Big Apple that's exactly what I did, and I discovered it was the same as with any other urban centre whereby cycling is the most efficient form of transport. There are clearly marked bike lanes running throughout Manhattan and over the numerous bridges connecting up with the outlying boroughs. The Five Boro Bike Tour dates back to 1977 and takes place in the spring of every year. For the past four years the tour has reached maximum advance registration numbers of 32 000 participants who enjoy a 68-kilometre stretch of traffic-free roads. According to Hannah Borgeson, Bike New York communications director, there are approximately 50 percent new riders each year. The numbers also show that approximately 35 percent of riders are from within the five boroughs, 60 percent are from out of state and five percent are international visitors. The entertainment aspect was increased this year, with performances taking place at each of the rest stops that were reflective of the cultural diversity of the neighbourhoods. One of the highlights of this tour is the oppor-

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CYCLING BLISS >> Connie Abrey and Ross Taylor honeymoon on the Golden Triangle Tour tunity to ride across several of the numerous bridges connecting each area, offering an unparalleled viewing vantage point of the various skylines. Back in Canada, the Montréal Bike Fest also attracts in the range of 30 000 cyclists for its annual 50-kilometre Tour de l'Île and 20-kilometre Tour la Nuit, which is a unique nighttime ride through the city streets. Now in its 26th year, there are at least two registrants who have participated in every tour to date. Many people also choose to ride the route with one of the thousands of Bixi bikes that make up Montréal's great bike-sharing program. According to Geneviève Beauvais, Vélo Québec public relations director, last year 150 cyclists from Vermont rode to Montréal to participate, and there were 100 Montréal riders who participated in the Five Boro Bike Tour. Approximately

3000 cycling enthusiasts ride in the Metropolitan Challenge that happens one week prior and traverses through the stunning scenery of the Laurentians and Lanaudière regions of Quebec. Further west, two cycling events worth noting are the Banff National Park Bike Fest and the Golden Triangle Tour. The Banff National Park Bike Fest features five challenging road races and two family friendly events taking place throughout Banff and Lake Louise. There may be no other location in the world with as many and different types of wildlife crossings as in Banff National Park. The Golden Triangle Tour, in existence for more than a quarter century, is organized through the Calgarybased Elbow Valley Cycle Group. It's a 300-km loop that crosses the Great Divide twice, and is generally completed in three days. This ride is definitely for

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// Don Hollingshead

the more ambitious as the route follows major roadways and has climbs of more than 500 metres. A welcome stop is in Radium where the hot springs assist with rejuvenation, before reaching the most strenuous section through Vermilion Pass back to Banff. Trip coordinator Don Hollingshead describes the tour as "a rural ride where cyclists begin individually as opposed to riding as a mass." He recalls highlights such as the 83-year-old rider who's on his 10th tour, a couple who met, married and spent their honeymoon on tour, and one rider from Winnipeg who's completed 25 tours. The fun continues throughout British Columbia with the Tour BC, a seven-day 636-km bike tour where participants cycle a looped route from Burnaby through Harrison Hot Springs, Pemberton, Whistler and Squamish, before ending up back in Vancouver. Tour BC

The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is considered the ultimate of all bike tours, based solely on the fact that it crosses the international border between Canada and the United States, and ends at the Mexican border. As well, at 4363 kilometres, it's recognized as the longest mapped and published off-pavement bike route in the world. The route was created by the Adventure Cycling Association and is generally ridden north to south, crossing the Continental Divide a total of 30 times. Riding out of Banff National Park, the route takes in Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado and New Mexico, reaching ascents of up to 12 000 feet above sea level at Indiana Pass in Colorado. The entire trip generally takes around three months for the leisurely rider who stops frequently along the way; however, many also choose to complete the route in shorter segments of one or two weeks at a time over several years. This is definitely one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences that most people only dream of doing. Any interested cyclists must do pre-planning research, prepare both mentally and physically, and be prepared for all types of riding conditions from rugged terrain to inclement weather. For cyclists who spend a lifetime biking city streets, these cycling tours represent an escape on a grand scale. As I continue to ride the urban thoroughfares every day, I daydream of completing each and every one. Just my bike and the open road. V

TOUR DATES AND INFO Bike New York: May 2, bikenewyork.org Golden Triangle: May 22 to 24, elbowvalleycc.org Montreal Bike Fest: June 4 to 6, velo. qc.ca/feria/en/MBF Banff National Park Bike Fest: June 17 to 20, banfflakelouise.com/events-andfestivals/festivals/bike-fest Tour BC: July 11 to 17, tourbc.net Great Divide: bikingthegreatdivide.com

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After landing a jump on his mountain bike at RabCrank-arms, which connect the pedals to the rest bit Hill last year, Revolution Cycle general manager of the machine, are another part mountain bikers Ben Fedoruk noticed his ride looked more than a stress heavily, says Fedoruk. Standing up on pedals, little worse for wear. as off-road bikers often do, places all of a rider's The bike's down tube, the part of the frame weight on the pedals and cranks. that connects the pedals with the head Though Fedoruk acquired his own extube near the handlebars, had broken pertise with the aide of a mechanically in half. inclined father and a healthy dose of The bike "stretched out like a limo," trial and error (he claims to have broken m o ekly.c vuewe says Fedoruk. "I just about turfed out, every bike part that can be broken), to lewis@ jumped off, ran it out." learn bike repair today, he recommends Lewisy "Rabbit Hill is pretty hard on bikes." turning to that great repository of knowlKell The mangled cycle ranks high on Fedoruk's edge, the Internet. list of most damaged bikes he's ever fixed in 20"Google 'how to adjust cantilever break,' and it plus years of bike repair. With Bike Month in full pops up, and it has videos," he says. "How to change swing and the Canada Cup mountain bike race just a tube, how to tape a road-bike handlebar. All these over two weeks away, I caught up with Fedoruk for things are shown." some tips on bike repair. Fedoruk says technology has also changed the Fedoruk, who estimates that Revolution receives bikes themselves. Modern materials and manufac15 to 50 broken bikes per day, says the most comturing techniques let bikes "fare fairly well through mon form of damage to any kind of bike is the flat the crashes," he says. tire. "A lot of people don't realize that they have to "The rider usually sees the brunt of the damage check tire pressure more frequently," he says. Tubethemselves." V less tires provide better resistance to flats, but leak air more quickly than standard ones. Mountain bikers, more than commuters or road AN ALLEN KEY A DAY racers, also have to keep a close eye on their chains since they ride on dusty trails and through mud Mountain bikers often carry a rudimentary reholes so often. Dirt on a chain can make bearings pair kit with them to keep their wheels spinning wear out faster. when they hit a patch of bad luck. Here's what Fedoruk cleans his bike's chain with alcohol or a Fedoruk recommends riders bring with them to citrus cleaning agent and re-lubes once or twice a stay on a roll: week when commuting, and more often when doing dedicated trail riding. A spare tube, to guard against that most com"You go for two, three hours in Terwillegar [Park] mon of bike breakdowns. doing laps," he says, "it can suck the oil out of a chain pretty quick. You're gonna find yourself lubA multi-tool, which Fedoruk describes as a ing that chain at the beginning of the ride and at Swiss-army knife for mountain bikes. Multi-tools the end." contain Allen Keys and screwdriver blades to Less expensive bikes "really suffer the worst in make various adjustments, and a chain breaker to mud and wet-weather riding," says Fedoruk, befix busted chains. cause their bearings are protected with lower-quality seals than those found in pricier rides. EntryAn energy bar to keep those pedals pumpin'. level bikes need to be cleaned often.

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outdoorsINSIDER JEREMY DERKSEN / JEREMY@VUEWEEKLY.COM Ah, Bike Month. Mocktails on the High Level, pancake breakfasts, polo in the park, bike-y movies at the theatre and cyclists everywhere. (Check out bikeology. ca for full details.) But one month a year to celebrate bikes? It's time we start celebrating our bikes year round, especially in a city where there's such a rich scene. Two wheels are better than four. Here are just a few reasons why. Road warriors On June 25 – 27, elite Canadian cyclists will be vying for the overall national roadcycling title at the Canadian Cycling Association's 2010 Canadian Road Nationals (canadian-cycling.com) in Edmonton. The race loop includes Groat Road, Victoria Park Hill and Saskatchewan Drive, charting a similar course to the 1978 Commonwealth Games route. With most races happening in rural areas, says organizer Talia Morrisey, having an elite-level competition in the middle of the city is unique, affording an excellent opportunity for spectators to witness national team athletes readying for the 2012 London Olympics. Spectators can ride, walk or take an ETS shuttle for $1 from the U of A to the event staging area at Hawrelak Park.

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Prime spots to watch the race include the climbs on Emily Murphy Hill and Victoria Park Hill, says Morrisey, where cyclists will be pushing hard. But if you want to really get in on the action, consider volunteering, suggests Morissey. Contact the Alberta Bicycling Association at albertabicycle.ca for more info. The inside track Sheldon Smart is one rider who doesn't just spin his wheels. Watching a small handful of dedicated organizers putting on races in the region, he saw a way to make a difference. For the second time in as many years, he's volunteering at the Canada Cup cross-country race on July 11. For Smart, volunteering gives him a new perspective on the sport. "I realized that as much as I liked the biking and the racing itself, it was actually the scene I liked, the people," he says. "There's a lot of work that goes into these events." Last year, Smart assisted with everything from setting up the course and signing to marshalling the races, but he still found time to watch the event—from the prime vantage point of an insider. "The event has a size and energy to it that's exciting to be a part of," he says. Local bike masterminds Mike Sarnecki

DEATH // RACE and Evan Sherman (of Alberta Mtb Racing) are the crew behind the event and they're still seeking volunteers, so check out albertamtbracing.com or contact taraleesherman@gmailcom for more info. High tail to Hinton If you haven't been to the Hinton bike park yet, now's the time to correct your bad self. The Beaver Bike Festival on June 19 is the "final piece of the puzzle" for the local bike community, says Stephen Hanus, president of the Hinton Mountain Bike Association. The community bike park has been a great local success story. A huge outpouring of support from the town went into building it and it's become a focal point for a growing bike scene (for more on park development, see vueweekly.com/greatoutdoors/story/hinton_working_on_the_chain_gang/). "Kids are now growing up with this in their backyard. It's been a shot of adrenalin to the bike scene not just in Hinton but in the region," says Hanus. The full day Beaver Bike Festival features guided trail rides, races, bike park skills contests, prizes and entertainment. Entry fee for competitors is $5 per event. For out-of-towners, the Lakeview Inn and Suites is offering a special rate of $59 for a double queen room. For more details, check out bikehinton. com/beaver-bike-fest. V Check out more Insider online, every week on vueweekly.com for the real shakedown on local sport off the beaten path.

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Entry 6: through purgatory Pushing through pain and physical obstacles Jeremy Derksen // Jeremy@vueweekly.com

ow do you cope with more pain than you've ever experienced? How do you push beyond the limits of your endurance? As race day looms—at this point, less than two months away—these are the questions that haunt me. As I've trained for and researched ultra racing, I've become keenly aware that this race will introduce me to a whole new level of pain and adversity. Over the gruelling 125 kilometres, my legs will be pounded on steep ascents and descents, my body will be drained of energy trying to sustain itself over prolonged hours of running. And then there is the mental fatigue. I begin to wonder: aside from marketing genius (obviously), why do they call it the Death Race? Perhaps, I think, that's the kind of question a smart person (sane person?) asks before signing up. "Once you experience it you will understand," replies Sakura Hozumi, one of the organizers, in answer to my question. "After racing, racers look like zombies and hobble around with an undead smile on their faces." OK, not exactly encouraging. But, hey, at least they're smiling? Still I have to wonder how athletes manage to push the body to that point. For answers I seek out Dwight Kroening. Kroening, who goes by the blog handle Heart Transplant Ironman, redefines human possibility. After having a heart transplant in his 20s, Kroening's doctors told him his ability to participate in certain sports would forever be altered. Some things would just be too taxing on his heart. Kroening listened, then set out to prove them wrong. For the next 22 years he ran, skied, coached, taught physical education and generally pushed the warranty on his new heart to the limit. In 2004, his 18th year post-transplant, he participated in a research study at the University of Alberta under Mary Haykowsky and Ken Riess. The results suggested he might be capable of completing a triathlon. So he ran a sprint tri, then an Olympic half. Four years later, he completed the 2008 Subaru Penticton Ironman—22 years post-transplant. "I never thought I would be able to do something like that," Kroening says. "There was always the question whether I had the capability to do something seriously physically taxing. "The mind was a significant obsta-

cle. I was always battling with, can the body, can the heart handle this ... this fear that you're going to be out there running and all of a sudden you're going to collapse and die because your heart gives out." That's a fear Lynne Chisholm can relate to. While training for her first Death Race in 2009, she discovered she had abnormally high blood pressure. Doctors found a blood clot in her aorta, dangerously close to the heart. "I was hospitalized for a week, which really pissed me off because I wasn't allowed to train," she recalls, laughing. The clot was inoperable, but Chisholm refused to give up running. A week after getting out of hospital, she ran a 5 Peaks race in Calgary, which she grudgingly calls her "worst ever" race. With medication and close monitoring, she's kept running. "I just carry on with life," she explains. Kroening shares a similarly positive outlook, unwilling to be deterred by a mere prognosis. "You've got to believe that things are going to get better. It's easy to get into the frame of mind that, 'This is it, I'll never run again' or, 'This is all there is to it.' You have to have the conviction that this is a temporary setback. "I've never been the type of person that will accept the fact I can't do something until it's absolutely physically impossible." Even physical impossibility has proven to be a moving threshold for Kroening. "A transplant heart has no CONTINUED ON PAGE 89 >>

POST OP Kroening is currently training for the 2011 Phoenix Ironman, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of his transplant. For more about his journey or to follow his progress, go to hearttransplantironman.blogspot.com. Through Runners With Attitude, Lynne Chisholm and Cornell Dover help runners of all levels train to meet their endurance racing goals. The group has entered three teams in this year's Death Race and Chisholm will once again be competing as a relay racer. The program runs out of Millenium Place in Sherwood Park. Contact Kelly Thomsen at 780.416.7205 for more information. V

ADVENTURE // ELK ISLAND

Don't rock the buffalo Getting close–but not too close–to nature

JAZZ FAN >> Bison are unethusiastic about rock 'n' roll Amanda TErmeer // Amanda@vueweekly.com

ver the summer months, many Edmontonians will get caught in traffic on the commute to Banff or Jasper, while overlooking nearby Elk Island National Park, which boasts an animal density similar to Africa's Serengeti while being located only 45 minutes from the city. Elk Island National Park was created in 1906 through the efforts of five Fort Saskatchewanites who raised $5000 and lobbied the federal government to protect the over-hunted elk population. The result was Canada's only enclosed National Park, boasting over 200 000 visitors per year. Elk Island is an eclectically Albertan park. Roads veer through the dense animal population, with signs declaring "Stay on the Paved Roads" being contradicted by the thick tire tracks of 4x4 trucks. This is a park that delivers wildlife directly to the visitor, as free-roaming bison, coyotes and elk crowd the landscape. At the park's bison paddock, roads lead through grazing areas allowing visitors to get a close-up of the animals that used to dominate the Canadian prairies. At only $7.80 for an adult entry, Elk Island is an affordable way to escape the city. Camping is also inexpensive at $5.80 per person to stay overnight at

// Eden Munro

Sandy Beach (with shower access). The park's affordability attracts an eclectic crowd, including Eastern Canadians searching for work in the West. "Elk Island is very peaceful and serene ... except for the howling of the coyotes. And the buffalo: they came 10 feet from my tent. But then I learned they hate rock music, especially the Eagles, like 'Life in the Fast Lane,'" commented Bill James, a road tripper from Ontario. Stargazers and overnight campers alike will also appreciate Elk Island's status as a "dark-sky preserve," meaning that the night sky is unadulterated by man-made light. Far from the light pollution of the city, the park provides stunning views of the cosmos and a great setting to lie on your back and meditate on the great unknown. During calving season in the early spring, visitors may even witness the "cycle of life" outside their own sleeping quarters. More than anything, as the cowboys from Ontario declared, Elk Island National Park is an escape from "life in the fast lane." It's just a short "rush down the freeway," and a great place to "get lost" for a weekend. V

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QUAD // IRON HORSE TRAIL

Taming Big Red

An old hand gets back on the iron horse

MAKING A SPLASH >> A quadder plows through a puddle on the Iron Horse Trail WILL COLFORD // COlFORD@vueweekly.com

he big red 550 CC Yamaha ATV has the look of an unbroken horse, its haunches curled forward and its grill sneering aggressively. Seeing it reminds me of quadding as a child, something I always loved. It also brings back memories of several unfortunate accidents that scared me away from the sport, usually involving some form of fencing—wooden, picket, barbed wire. But today is the day I plan to abolish that fear. The aptly-named Iron Horse Trail is a sideways "Y" section of the greater Trans Canada Trail, linking 10 municipalities as far east as Cold Lake and as close to Edmonton as Waskatenau. It's comprised of 257 kilometres from the old Bonnyville-Coronado rail line, which makes it a relatively easy, high-quality multipurpose trail, perfect for a quick recreational getaway from the city. The stewards of the trail, the Riverland Recreational Trail Society, have organized an 87 km run from Heinsburg—the southeastern most point—to St Paul. Along with 18 others, I get to enjoy the open trail, the history and the dust of yet another hidden gem in eastern Alberta.

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// Will Colford

Leaving the staging area at St Paul, I can't help but feel like a big kid about to spend the day playing with a big-kid toy. Big Red is an automatic—which means the only thing I need to worry about is how far to bury my thumb nail into the accelerator pad. At Heinsburg, Nathan Taylor, a local journalist from Smoky Lake, offers to show me the ropes and be my personal trail guide. "Let's get going before everyone gets in front of us," he beams. Excited, I hunker down, turn the key and press go. Nothing happens. Taylor shows me how to put it in gear and then we're off. We begin by taking it slow, and that's fine by me. The North Saskatchewan meanders through a sea of rolling hills. Late morning light turns the freshly budding landscape into a radiant green; clouds pass through the old blue sky like grazing bison; humming crickets provide melody for the birds' delicate arias. It's the Alberta you always see in brochures, but never seem to find on the QE II or Yellowhead. A bit further on the pack begins to thin and Taylor and I are given a bit more room to play. We begin to jostle just a tiny bit. Slowly, my odometer begins to creep up, along with my sense of

EASTERN GEM >> North Saskatchewan, somewhere between Heinsburg and St Paul // Will Colford friendly competition. It quickly becomes apparent where the expression "eat my dust" comes from. A thick film begins to cloud my sunglasses. I wear more trail than I ride. My teeth cake with grit, yet I can't hold back my ever-widening grin. Being an old section of rail line, there is a converted picnicking and camping spot approximately every 11 km. These

little havens used to be water-refilling stations for the steam engines hauling supplies into Edmonton. I can't imagine having to stop every 11 km, especially while riding something as freeing as Big Red. It makes me truly appreciate the transportation conveniences we have today, yet at the same time it also makes me feel slightly wasteful. Like when I take my

car across the High Level to work. Quadding along the old rail line for recreational purposes, however, instills a sense of thrill, as though I'm lucky to be alive in an age where I can enjoy that life to the fullest. In one sense, it could be viewed as a form of gratitude. I'm thankful I didn't have to pioneer the West, but since I didn't I might as well enjoy the hell out of the

work of our forefathers. With that in mind I decide it's time to see what Big Red is capable of. Purposefully, I begin to slow up and open a wide gap between myself and anyone in front. The section I've picked is straight and flat so nothing should go too wrong. My thumb jams into the accelerator as my exhaust spits like a machine gun. Rocks spray from my tires and I'm off. Third gear comes quick and the flora lining the trail begins to blur. As I hit 60 Big Red starts to handle like a stick of butter on the hard gravel surface. Seventy ticks over as I get to fifth gear. An insect that didn't see me coming meets its end as it smacks my face. I reel a little bit at the impact but keep pushing with new determination. Seventy-nine and feeling fine, but I'm running out of trail, just as I've run out of gears. "I hope this thing has good brakes," I say to the passing wind. Like a dam that finally bursts under the pressure, I hit 80 and scream with mixed delight and terror. I can see Taylor in front of me, so I release the accelerator and begin to slow my pace. As I get older it gets rarer to discover a new feeling and sensation. But out here on the Iron Horse Trail with a ride like Big Red, it's just like being a kid again. V

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nerves. When they put the new heart in they sever all the nerve connections." This directly affects how the heart responds to advanced physical demands, he explains. Doctors told him he would never do anaerobic activity again. Kroening was depressed but unbeaten. "I believe the body is miraculously created and it will adapt and I can maybe teach it, I can train it to adjust. And so that's what I did." Ten years after Kroening got his heart, he went in for a biopsy and doctors found evidence of re-inervation. Nerves had begun to grow back around his heart. In no way is this comparable, but in late April I injured my lower back. Each morning I woke with a pitchfork in my back. The flames of hell radiated through my core. Coping with injury is living in purgatory. You're not dead or laid up, but you're not well enough to train or perform at your regular level. Like Chisholm, I was pissed. But talking to Kroening and Chisholm helped put it in perspective. It reminded me that seemingly insurmountable odds aren't necessarily so. That conviction alone goes a long way to transforming from a walking zombie into a confident, determined racer. Yea, though I run through the Valley of Death, I shall fear no obstacle. V

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EDMONTON PROPER Julian McCullough• The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Capital Ex • Edmonton's premier midway festival, with rides, food, music and fireworks • For more info visit capitalex.ca Heritage Festival • Hawrelak Park • 10 am – 9 pm • 63 pavilions representing over 85 cultures from around the world, with delicious food, dancing, craft sales and more •For more info call 780.488.3378 or visit heritage-festival.com Special Summer Event • Alberta Rail-

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EDMONTON METRO Blueberry Bluegrass Country Music Festival • Homecoming Park, 4202 - 50 St, Stony Plain • 9:30 am • $45 – $100 (TM) • Loose Rooster, Mashville Brigade, the Bix Mix Boys and more • For more info call 780.922.4973 or visit blueberrybluegrass.com

Alberta's Heritage Day • Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am –3 pm • Cook bannock over an open fire, learn about the cultural significance of bison and enjoy an educational lecture • For more info visit parkscanada.gc.ca Big Valley Jamboree • Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds • $80 – $195 •Non-stop country music action, including Corb Lund & the Hurtin' Albertans, Jo Hikk, Mashville Brigade and more • For more info call 780.672.0224 or visit bigvalleyjamboree.com Canadian Death Race • Grande Cache • A premier endurance race over 125 km of mountains, canyons, rivers and suffering. Solo and group categories available, and live music at night from Doc Walker, Great Big Sea, Dustin Bentall and more. For more info visit canadiandeathrace.com and deathfest.ca Centrefest • Gaetz Ave and Ross St, Red Deer • Street performers, local art, food and Kids' World • For more info, call 403.340.8696 Haying In The 30's • Mallaig, three hours northeast of Edmonton • Admission by donation to assist cancer victims • Historical haying demonstation, as well as petting zoo, horse and pony rides, and rope making • For more

info call 780.635.2505 or visit hayinginthe30s.org Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament • Kinsmen Club, Edson • 272 slo-pitch teams compete for over $60 000 in cash and prizes. Beer gardens and live enertainment at night • For more info visit edsonkinsmen.ca Pow Wow Days • Lac La Biche • $1 – $6 • Lac La Biche's premier community event, featuring a midway, jet-ski races, a triathlon and more • For more info call 780.623.2662 or visit laclabicheregion.com 401 Years Since Galileo • Pine Bungalows, Jasper • Reknowned astronomical enthusiast Frank Florian leads a starviewing weekend that is truly out of this world. Learn to use a planisphere, read a sky chart and look at Jupiter and star clusters • For more info visit pinebungalows.com

Each day this week, august 2 – 8 Maurice John Vaughn • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • Every day except Sunday • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

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EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Heritage Festival • Hawrelak Park • 10 am – 7 pm • 63 pavilions representing over 85 cultures from around the world, with delicious food, dancing, craft sales and more • For more info call 780.488.3378 or visit heritage-festival.com

SURROUNDING AREAS Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament • Kinsmen Club, Edson • 272 slo-pitch teams compete for over $60 000 in cash and prizes. Beer gardens and live enertainment at night • For more info visit edsonkinsmen.ca

TUESDAY AUGUST 3 EDMONTON PROPER Reverend Horton Heat • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $25 (TM, B) • With guests Split Lip Rayfield • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca Romi Mayes Folk Festival Kick-Off Show • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.comh

Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $89 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $134 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games, and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Young Foresters • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $120 •A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 9 – 5 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Rock'n August • Various locations around St Albert • International vintage car show and music festival with street dance, car show, kick-off breakfast and more • For more info, including event times and locations, call 780.996.4230 or visit rocknaugust.com

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 4 EDMONTON PROPER

David Dondero • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Breezin' Through the Seasons • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $143 • A

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daycamp for children age 6 – 8, with a focus on how animals survive each season • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

Battle of the Bands• The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 8 pm • $70 – $85 • The Glenn Miller Orchestra vs the Harry James Orchestra • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com

Edmonton Folk Music Festival • Gallagher Park, 9411 - 97 Ave • 7:30 pm – 11 pm • $89 – $40 (TM, O) • Endowment fund concert with Van Morrison • For more info visit edmontonfolkfest.org Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Wine and Coffee • BIN 104 Fine Wine and Spirits, 5454 Calgary Trail • 7 pm • $35 • Learn how these two beverages are contributing to research on smell and taste while enjoying both • To make a reservation or get more information call 780.436.8850 or visit bin104.com

Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts. This week, meet artist Gerry Dotto • For more info visit latitude53.com Vans Warped Tour • Northlands Park • Gates at 10 am • $34.50 – $49.50 (TM) • With Pennywise, Reel Big Fish, Andrew WK, Closure In Moscow, Disco Curtis and more • For more info visit northlands.com

The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $134 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

Young Foresters • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $120 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 5 – 9 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

Young Foresters • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $120 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 5 – 9 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

EDMONTON METRO

Jump With Hope for Kids With Cancer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

Art Walk • Perron District, St. Albert • 6 pm – 9 pm • Enjoy an incredible selection of art • For more info visit artwalkstalbert.com

Rock'n August • Various locations around St Albert • International vintage car show and music festival with street dance, car show, kick-off breakfast and more • For more info, including event times and locations, call 780.996.4230 or visit rocknaugust.com

Fragapalooza • Leduc • 10 am • $85 before June 30, $95 after • Four days of non-stop video and computer gaming • For more info visit fragapalooza.com

THURSDAY AUGUST 5 EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Folk Music Festival • Gallagher Park, 9411 - 97 Ave • 6 pm – 11 pm • $50 – $180 (TM, O) • Today's performers include Ben Harper, Patrick Watson and Gord Downie • For more info visit edmontonfolkfest.org

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY The Forest Express • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $134 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7 that educates campers about forest animals through songs, craft, games, and more• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Jump With Hope for Kids With Cancer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

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FRIDAY AUGUST 6 EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Folk Music Festival • Gallagher Park, 9411 - 97 Ave • 9 pm – 12: 30 am • $50 – $180 (TM, O) • Today's performers include the Levon Helm Band and Calexico • For more info visit edmontonfolkfest.org Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 5:30 pm – 12 am • Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Breezin' Through the Seasons • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $143 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8, with a focus on how animals survive each season • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $89 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Rock'n August • Various locations around St. Albert • International vintage car show and music festival with street dance, car show, kick-off breakfast, and more • For more info, including event times and locations, call 780.996.4230 or visit rocknaugust.com Young Foresters • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $120 • A

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performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 9 – 5 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON METRO Fragapalooza • Leduc • $85 before June 30, $95 after • Four days of nonstop video and computer gaming • For more info visit fragapalooza.com Wild Rose Figure Skating Competition • 4330 Black Gold Dr, Leduc • The power, grace and speed of competitive figure skating • For more info call 780.980.8412

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Cariwest • Sir Winston Churchill Square • Colourful costumes, the sounds of steelpans, food, drink, Calypso music and celebration of all things Carribean • For more info visit cariwestfestival.com Jump With Hope for Kids With Cancer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com

SATURDAY AUGUST 7 EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Folk Music Festival • Gallagher Park, 9411 - 97 Ave • 11 am – 12:30 am (Sunday) • $50 – $180 (TM, O) • Today's performers include Vieux Farka Toure, Sarah Harmer, and Colin Hay • For more info visit edmontonfolkfest.org Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Cariwest • Sir Winston Churchill Square • Colourful costumes, the

sounds of steelpans, food, drink, Calypso music and celebration of all things Carribean • For more info visit cariwestfestival.com Fred Penner • Edmonton Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • 11 am & 3 pm • $18.50 – $26.25 (TM) • With the Doodlebops • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Jump With Hope for Kids With Cancer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit amberleameadows.com Monster Truck Weekend • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Trucks of an unusually large nature • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com Rock'n August • Various locations around St Albert • International vintage car show and music festival with street dance, car show, kick-off breakfast and more • For more info, including event times and locations, call 780.996.4230 or visit rocknaugust.com

SUNDAY AUGUST 8 EDMONTON PROPER Babbu Mann • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 - 87 Ave • 6 pm • $74.10 – $116.10 (TM) • For more info call 780.800.2829 or visit jubileeauditorium.com

& the Three Legs and John Prine • For more info visit edmontonfolkfest.org

things Carribean • For more info visit cariwestfestival.com

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Special Summer Event • Alberta Railway Museum, 24215 - 34 St • $2 – $5 • Specially designed kids reading hour • For more info visit railwaymuseum.ab.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

EDMONTON METRO

Cariwest • Sir Winston Churchill Square • Colourful costumes, the sounds of steelpans, food, drink, Calypso music and celebration of all

Fragapalooza • Leduc • Ends at 4 pm • $85 before June 30, $95 after • Four days of non-stop video and computer gaming • For more info visit fragapalooza.com

Beer and Boar BBQ • 1 pm • A tasteful and tasty offering of that most medieval of meals • For more info visit slowfoodedmonton.ca Edmonton Folk Music Festival • Gallagher Park, 9411 - 97 Ave • 11 am – 11 pm • $50 – $180 (TM, O) • Today's performers include Te Vaka, Jakob Dylan

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Kurimoto Japanese Garden Guided Walking Tours • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 10 am – 6 pm • $3 – $13 • Learn about the history of the Japanese Gardens and the symbolism behind the landscape • For more info call 780.987.3054 Wild Rose Figure Skating Competition • 4330 Black Gold Dr, Leduc • The power, grace and speed of competitive figure skating • For more info call 780.980.8412

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Jump With Hope for Kids With Cancer Horse Show • Amberlea Meadows, RR #3, Six miles south of Edmonton • For more info call 780.955.7608 or visit

amberleameadows.com Monster Truck Weekend • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Trucks of an unusually large nature • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

MONDAY AUGUST 9 EDMONTON PROPER

Each day this week, august 9 – 15 Donald Ray Johnson • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • Every day except Sunday • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

The Backstreet Boys • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 6:30 pm • $39.50 – $75 (TM) • With Shawn Desman • For more info visit northlands.com ESO Musician Showcase • Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 12 pm • Free • Members of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra share their favourite pieces • For more info visit edmontonsymphony.com Free Winspear Centre Tour • Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 11 am • For more info visit edmontonsymphony.com

Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

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Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts, and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 11 EDMONTON PROPER Angelo Tsarouchas • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Jimmy Cliff • The Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7 pm • $54 • With Trevor Hall • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit winspearcentre.com Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON PROPER Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 16 – 10 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Scorpions • Shaw Conference Centre 9797 Jasper Ave • 6:30 pm • $55 •Farwell tour with guests • For more info visit livenation.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925

10512 Whyte Ave

Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Chico Outlaws • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

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or visit edmonton.ca

Cirque du Soleil: Alegría • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7:30 pm • $49.25 – $110.50 (TM) • A baroque ode to the energy, grace and power of youth and clown makeup • For more info visit cirquedusoleil.com Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Chico Outlaws • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adven-

tures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

EDMONTON METRO Hot August Night • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • A sweaty evening of automotive racing insanity with eight jet cars—that is to say, cars powered by jets • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

THURSDAY AUGUST 12

Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

FRIDAY AUGUST 13 EDMONTON PROPER Jacquie B • Haven Social Club, 15120

Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests Aurora Jane and Faye Blais • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Jacquie B & Jesse Dee • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With Aurora Jane and Faye Blais • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Kikino Celebration Days & Silver Birch Rodeo • Kikino Métis Settlement, 45 km south of Lac La Biche • $7 – $12 • Professional rodeo, music, kids' activities and nightly steak dinner • For more info visit laclabicheregion.com Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Angelo Tsarouchas • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Cirque du Soleil: Alegría •Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm • $49.25 – $110.50 (TM) • A baroque ode to the energy, grace and power of youth, and clown makeup • For more info visit cirquedusoleil.com Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Chico Outlaws • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Forest Friends Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5 with nature games, bird-watching, bug hunts and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

EDMONTON PROPER Angelo Tsarouchas • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Kyle Knight • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Roof Top Patio • Latitude 53 Contemporary Visual Culture, 10248 - 106 St • 5 pm – 9 pm • Indulge with snacks, fine beverages, artist installations and guest hosts. This week, meet artist Elaine Wannechko • For more info visit latitude53.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Cirque du Soleil: Alegría • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7:30 pm • $ 49.25 – $110.50 (TM) • A baroque ode to the energy, grace and power of youth, and clown makeup • For more info visit cirquedusoleil.com Dizzy About Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $176 • A daycamp for children age 5 – 7, with all sorts of dinosaur delights • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Eco-Warriors • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 9 – 12, with a focus on eco-adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Chico Outlaws • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

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EDMONTON METRO Vicki Lawrence • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $45.75 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com Cowboy Poetry Gathering • Stony Plain Pioneer Museum, 43 Ave, Stony Plain • 4:30 pm • Poetry, live music, food, trade fair and more • For more info visit stonyplaincowboypoetry.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Grove Cruise • Spruce Grove • A celebration of automobile culture with a parade, food vendors, tons of vintage cars, a professional Elvis tribute, scavenger hunt and more • For more info visit grovecruise.ca Harvest Day Fair • Bon Accord Arena, Bon Accord • Slow-pitch softball tournament and market along with activities • For more info visit town.bonaccord.ab.ca Perseids Pajama Party • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 8 pm – 11 pm • $3 – $13 • Bring your blankets and jackets to enjoy one of the most beautiful evenings the summer sky offers, along with a guest speaker • For more info call 780.987.3054

SATURDAY AUGUST 14

Undiscovered Singing Competition • Pawn Shop, 10551 - 82 Ave • For more info visit pawnshoplive.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Cirque du Soleil: Alegría •Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm • $49.25 – $110.50 (TM) • A baroque ode to the energy, grace and power of youth, and clown makeup • For more info visit cirquedusoleil.com Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tucson Toros • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

EDMONTON METRO Blondie • River Cree Resort & Casino, 300 East Lapotac Blvd • 8 pm • $46 – $56 (TM) • For more info visit rivercreeresort.com Cowboy Poetry Gathering • Stony Plain Pioneer Museum, 43 Ave, Stony Plain • 9:30 am • Poetry, live music, food, trade fair and more • For more info visit stonyplaincowboypoetry.com

10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Angelo Tsarouchas • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Cirque du Soleil: Alegría •Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 1 pm & 5 pm • $49.25 – $110.50 (TM) • A baroque ode to the energy, grace and power of youth, and clown makeup • For more info visit cirquedusoleil.com Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 2 pm • vs Tucson Toros • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Special Summer Event • Alberta Railway Museum, 24215 - 34 St • $2 – $5 • Specially designed kids reading hour • For more info visit railwaymuseum.ab.ca

Sunny Summer Fair • Rutherford House, 11153 Saskatchewan Drive • 12 pm – 4 pm • $3 – $4 • An old-fashioned country fair with historic crafts, time-honoured carnival games and the fruit of the harvest • For more info call 780.427.3995 or visit culture.alberta.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

Bon Accord • 11 am – 4 pm Slow-pitch softball tournament and market along with activities • For more info visit town.bonaccord.ab.ca Wild Mushroom Exposition • Devonian Botanical Garden, Devon • 11 am – 4 pm • $3 – $13 • The Alberta Mycological Society's annual City of Champignons exhibition, with scientific displays, field guides, cookbooks, tastings and more • For more info call 780.987.3054

EDMONTON METRO

4th Annual World Basset Hound Races • Inspired Market Gardens, RR 25, Spruce Grove • Admission by donation, proceeds go to Basset Rescue • For more info visit inspiredmarketgardens.com

Cowboy Poetry Gathering • Stony Plain Pioneer Museum, 43 Ave, Stony Plain • 12:30 pm • Poetry, live music, food, trade fair and more • For more info visit stonyplaincowboypoetry.com

Each day this week, august 16 – 22

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

Grove Cruise • Spruce Grove • A celebration of automobile culture with a parade, food vendors, tons of vintage cars, a professional Elvis tribute, scavenger hunt and more • For more info visit grovecruise.ca Harvest Day Fair • Bon Accord Arena,

Cirque du Soleil: Alegría •Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • Every day except Monday, at various times with two shows on Friday, Saturday and Sunday • $49.25 – $110.50 (TM) • A baroque ode to the energy, grace and power of youth, and clown makeup • For more info visit cirquedusoleil.com

NHRDA Diesel Nationals • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON PROPER JR Shore • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com National Youth Orchestra of Canada • Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 7:30 pm • Free • Some of the most talented young musicians in Canada play Strauss, Shostakovich, and more • For more info visit edmontonsymphony.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com Angelo Tsarouchas • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

SUNDAY AUGUST 15 EDMONTON PROPER The Mason Rock Band • Blues On Whyte,

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MONDAY AUGUST 16 EDMONTON PROPER The Mason Rock Band • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Northcote • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With guests Zachary Lucky and the Bravest Ghosts • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tucson Toros • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY TOTAL Under the Big Top • Festi-

val Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park • 9 am – 4 pm • $290 • A chance for children age 6 – 8 to develop circus skills like magic and puppetry • For more info visit festivalplace.ab.ca

TUESDAY AUGUST 17 EDMONTON PROPER The Mason Rock Band • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860 - 57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Summer Slaughter 2010 • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 4 pm • $28.50 (TM, B, O) • Featuring Decapitated, Faceless, All Shall Perish, The Red Chord and more • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Tucson Toros • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches, and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

• For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY TOTAL Under the Big Top • Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park • 9 am – 4 pm • $290 • A chance for children age 6 – 8 to develop circus skills like magic and puppetry • For more info visit festivalplace.ab.ca

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Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

EDMONTON PROPER Eddie Ifft • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY

The Mason Rock Band • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

TOTAL Under the Big Top • Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park • 9 am – 4 pm • $290 • A chance for children age 6 – 8 to develop circus skills like magic and puppetry • For more info visit festivalplace.ab.ca

Merlot Mania • BIN 104 Fine Wine and Spirits, 5454 Calgary Trail • 7 pm •$40 •Explore the cosmopolitan and underrated flavours of the too-often maligned Merlot grape • To make a reservation or get more information call 780.436.8850 or visit bin104.com Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Story Slam • Blue Chair Café, 9624 - 76 Ave • 7 pm • $5 suggested donation • Sign up to tell your five-minute story • For more info call 780.915.8869 or visit bluechair.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

THURSDAY AUGUST 19 EDMONTON PROPER DEDfest 2010 • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 114 St • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit dedfest.com Eddie Ifft • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 16 – 10 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com Mocking Shadows • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

EDMONTON PROPER

KID FRIENDLY Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm & 1 pm – 4 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Clean Air Cinema: The Lion King• Valley Zoo, 13315 Buena Vista Rd • 11 am – 4 pm • $10.50 – $5.25 • Enjoy a classic family film on a jumbo screen at the zoo! • For more info call 780.496.8787 or visit valleyzoo.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs. Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches, and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

FRIDAY AUGUST 20 EDMONTON PROPER Boris • Starlite Room, 10030 - 102 St • 8 pm • $17 (TM, B) • With Red Sparowes • For more info call 780.428.7827 or visit starliteroom.ca

We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

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DEDfest 2010 • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 114 St • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit dedfest.com Eddie Ifft • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Labatt Blues Festival • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 113 Ave • 4:30 pm – 10 pm • $75 – $45 (TM, M, O) • With MonkeyJunk, Candye Kane and Jimmie Vaughan • For more info call 780.708.7230 or visit bluesinternationalltd.com Maritime Night • Edmonton Queen Riverboat, 9734 - 98 Ave • 5:30 pm • $49.95 – $21.95 • Seafood buffet, live music, and drink specials make this boat ride one to remember • For more info call 780.424.2628 or visit edmontonqueen.com

Merry Maids and Men • Pleasantview Community Hall, 10860-57 Ave • $410 • A performance camp run by Northern Light Theatre for children age 10 – 16 • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

pers • $20 – $10 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Edmonton Dragonboat Festival • Louise McKinney Park, 9529 Grierson Hill • Free • Dragonboat races and multicultural celebration • For more info visit edmontondragonboatfestival.com

Bonkers About Bugs Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 9, with all sorts of fun bug-related activities • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

I Dig Dinosaurs • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $178 • A daycamp for children age 7 – 10 with amateur paleontology, petrified wood searches, and more • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

SATURDAY AUGUST 21

Northcote • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With Zachary Lucky, the Bravest Ghosts and guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

Movies on the Square • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7:30 pm • Free • Show up early to see a balloon artist, dancing, prizes and more before watching a great movie on a three-storey tall screen! • For more info call 780.944.7740 or visit edmonton.ca/moviesonthesquare

EDMONTON PROPER

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info

Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs. Calgary Vi-

We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

Mocking Shadows • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Night at the Museum • Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 8882 170 St, West Edmonton Mall • Runs Wed-Sun until Oct 24 • $69.95 – $39.95 • For more info visit Jubilations.ca

EDMONTON METRO Everybody Gets To Play Golf • Broadmoor Golf Course, 2100 Oak Street, Sherwood Park • 7 am • $175 • Participatory golf tournament, barbecue, live auction and prizes • For more info call 780.464.8470 or visit strathcona.ab.ca

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Outdoor Disney Movie • Rotary Park, 48 St, Stony Plain • 7 pm – 10: 45 pm • Outdoor screening of a children's classic. Bring your blankets, chairs, and jackets • For more info visit stonyplain.com

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DEDfest 2010 • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 114 St • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit dedfest.com Eddie Ifft • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Labatt Blues Festival • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 1 pm – 10 pm • $75 – $45 (TM, M, O) • With the Twisters, Super Chikan and the Fighting Cocks, Tom Rigney and Flambeau and more • For more info call 780.708.7230 or visit bluesinternationalltd.com Mocking Shadows • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Movies on the Square • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7:30 pm • Free • Show up early to see a balloon artist, dancing, prizes and more before watching a great movie on a threestorey tall screen! • For more info call 780.944.7740 or visit edmonton.ca/ moviesonthesquare Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

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Phil: Shirt - Meese (Meese) Shorts - Gala (Meese) Hat - Stylist's own Jenni: Shirt - Maison Scotch (Sophia's) Jeans - Rock & Republic (Sophia's) Belt - Kudos (C'est Sera) Shoes L to R: Mammut (MEC), Jump (Queue), Scarpa (MEC), Converse (Gravity Pope) Cribbage Board - Nickelas Johnson (Eden Lilly)

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs. Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Edmonton Dragonboat Festival • Louise McKinney Park, 9529 Grierson Hill • Free • Dragonboat races and multicultural celebration •For more info visit edmontondragonboatfestival.com Intact Derby Canadian Edmonton Marathon Weekend • Northlands Park •10:30 am – 8 pm • Variety of kids activities, plus 5 km and 10 km run/ walks • For more info visit events.runningroom.com

Tritech Compression/Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY Corn Roast• Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum, 100 Railway Ave, Spruce Grove •12 pm • Corn roast, games, pony rides, and petting zoo • For more info visit sprucegroveagsociety.com

SURROUNDING AREAS

We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

Edmonton International Raceway Competition • 4 km west of intersection of Hwy 2A and Hwy 13 • 4 pm • $5 – $15 • Racing cars featuring a variety of makes and models • For more info call 780.467.9276 or visit edmontonraceway.com

EDMONTON METRO

Jazz at the Lake Festival • Sylvan Lake •Today's artists include Kent Sangster and the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra• For more info call 403.887.5050 or visit jazzatthelake.com

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Plamondon Mud Bog • Plamondon • 9 am • Myriad manners of muddy, motorized mayhem make this mud bog one you'll want to drive right into. Now with monster trucks • For more into call 780.798.3478 or visit laclabicheregion.com Westlock and District Agricultural Society Annual Fair and Rodeo • Westlock • Parade, pancake breakfasts, tractor pull, a rodeo, a demolition derby, trade shows and psychic readings make this a jam-packed weekend event • For more info visit westlock.ca

SUNDAY AUGUST 22

Green Eggs and Ham Picnic • 1 pm • Would you, could you enjoy this delecious outdoor excursion? • For more info visit slowfoodedmonton.ca Intact Derby Canadian Edmonton Marathon Weekend • Northlands Park •6 am – 3 pm • Marathon, half marathon, Kids Fun Zone and more • For more info visit events.runningroom.com Labatt Blues Festival • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 1 pm – 10 pm • $45 – $75 (TM, M, O) • With Bob Brozman, the Curtis Salgado Big Band, James Harman and Steve Kozak and more • For more info call 780.708.7230 or visit bluesinternationalltd.com

Edmonton Dragonboat Festival • Louise McKinney Park, 9529 Grierson Hill • Free • Dragonboat races and multicultural celebration • For more info visit edmontondragonboatfestival.com We'll Show You Ours, the 29th Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival runs Aug 12 – Aug 22 in Old Strathcona. Visit edmontonfringe.ca for the best Fringe coverage.

EDMONTON METRO

Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Tritech Compression / Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Each day this week, august 23 – 29

Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 2 pm • vs. Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

Lonnie Shields • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave •Every day except Sunday • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

EDMONTON PROPER DEDfest 2010 • Horowitz Theatre, 8900 114 St • For more info call 780.492.4764 or visit dedfest.com Eddie Ifft • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

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EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Black Eyed Peas • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7:30 pm • Tickets at Ticketmaster • For more info, visit northlands.com

Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

Music of the Davis Concert Organ • Winspear Centre, Sir Winston Churchill Square Northwest • 12 pm • Marnie Giesbrecht performs a solo recital on the Winspear's magnificent organ • For more info visit edmontonsymphony.com Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 11:30 am – 4 pm • Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Chickadee Kids Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 12 pm • $105 • A daycamp for children age 4 – 5, with all sorts of nature adventures • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Calgary Vipers • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com Nature Explorers Camp • John Janzen Nature Centre, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 9 am – 4 pm • $165 • A daycamp for children age 6 – 8 that focuses on a different theme each day of the week • For more info call 780.496.2925 or visit edmonton.ca

EDMONTON METRO 10th Annual "Give the Gift of Life" Golf Classic • Sandpiper Golf and Country Club, 26029 Meadowview Drive, Sturgeon County • 7 am – 2 pm • $100 entry fee plus $100 in pledges • Golf tournament to raise funds to help the Kidney Foundation • For more info call 780.451.6900

EDMONTON METRO KID FRIENDLY TOTAL Under the Big Top • Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park • 9 am – 4 pm • $290 • A chance for children age 9 – 17 to develop circus skills like magic and puppetry • For more info visit festivalplace.ab.ca

TOTAL Under the Big Top • Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park • 9 am – 4 pm • $290 • A chance for children age 9 – 17 to develop circus skills like magic and puppetry • For more info visit festivalplace.ab.ca

THURSDAY AUGUST 26 EDMONTON PROPER Connors Road• Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Joe DeRosa • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call

780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Lady Gaga • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $188.01 – $60.51 (TM) • For more info, visit northlands.com

FRIDAY AUGUST 27 EDMONTON PROPER Don Brownrigg • Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info, call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 25 EDMONTON PROPER Joe DeRosa • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 6 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

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SURROUNDING AREAS

INCLUDES: Ashmont, Boscombe, Cold Lake, Dewberry, Elk Island National Park, Glendon, Holden, Josephburg, Lac La Biche, Lamont, Lloydminster, Mallaig, Marwayne, Métis Crossing, Mundare, Plamondon, St Paul, Stoney Lake, Vegreville, Vermillion, Wainwright Art Without Borders • Jun 10 – 13 • Various venues around Lloydminster • Artistic festival with wide variety of acts, including Lloyd Folk Fest on Jun 12 • For more info visit artswithoutborders.ca

National Aboriginal Day • Jun 19 • Métis Crossing • 11 am – 6 pm • $3 – $5 • Celebrate National Aboriginal Day at the Métis Crossing • For more info visit metiscrossing.com

Elizabeth Settlement Jamboree •Jun 11 • Elizabeth Settlement, south of Cold Lake • Live music on a Métis settlement • For more info call 780.594.5026

Father's Day • Jun 20 • Vegreville Agricultural Society, 4753 - 45 Ave, Vegreville • Demolition derby, motorcycle races, model trains and more • For more info call 780.632.3950 or visit vegrevilleagsociety.ca

Lea Park Pro Rodeo • Jun 11 – 13 • 16 km north of Marwayne • $15 • Pancake breakfasts, dances and, of course, rodeo competition • For more info visit leaparkprorodeo.com

Heartland Fiddle Jamboree • Jun 20 • Josephburg, east of Fort Saskatchewan • Oldtime fiddle jam and dinner • For more info call 780.998.9450 or visit josephburg-ag.ca

Plamondon Has Talent Showcase • Jun 11 – 13 • New Plamondon Community Centre, Plamondon • 4 pm • $10 (adults), $3 (12 and under), free (under 5) • Local performers and silent auction • For more info call 780.798.9478 or visit plamondonalberta.ca

Wainwright Stampede •Jun 24 – 27 • Wainwright • $5 – $25 • The fifth largest stampede in Canada • For more info visit wainwrightstampede.ca

Holden Farmers' Days • Jun 11 – 13 • Holden •Barbecue, family games, pancake breakfast, parade, fireworks and more • For more info visit village.holden.ab.ca Ice Breaker Regatta • Jun 12 • Cold Lake • Come enjoy the first boat race of the year • For more info call 780.594.4747 or visit sailcoldlake.com Relay For Life • Jun 12 • Vegreville Fairgrounds • An inspirational 12-hour event to raise funds for cancer research • For more info call 780.632.4620 Summer Street Fest • Jun 12 • Lloydminster • 10 am – 6 pm • Farmers' market, fashion show, Guitar Hero contest, live music, food, sidewalk sale and more • For more info visit streetscapes.ca Cold Lake Stampede! • Jun 17 – 20 • Cold Lake • $13 – $15 • Chuckwagons, pancakes, beer gardens and more • For more info visit coldlakeagriculturalsociety.com

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Canada Day • Jul 1 • Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am – 3 pm • Cake, entertainment, a flag raising ceremony and more • For more info visit parkscanada.gc.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Lac La Biche, northeast of Edmonton • 8:30 am (Multicultural Breakfast) • 1 pm (Talent Show) • 5 pm (Fish Fry Supper) • 11 pm (Fireworks) • For more info call 780.623.3274 or visit laclabicemission.com Canada Day • Jul 1 • St Paul Recreation Centre • 1 pm – 11:30 pm • Balloon rides, concession and fireworks • For more info call 780.645.5313 or visit town.stpaul.ab.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am – 5 pm • Vintage car show, live music, wagon rides and historic activities • For more info call 780.662.3855 x1112 or visit ukrainianvillage.ca Canada Day • Jul 1 • Vermillion • 11 am • Entertainment and beef on a bun • For more info visit vermillion.ca

Beaver Lake Cree Nation Competition Pow Wow • Jul 2 – 4 • Lac La Biche, northeast of Edmonton • Competitive dance, music, dance and food. • For more info call 780.623.4549 or visit laclabicheregion.com

Canada's Parks Day • Jul 17 • Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am – 9 pm • Special presentations, guided hikes and more • For more info visit parkscanada.gc.ca

37th Annual Vegreville Pysanka Festival • Jul 2 – 4 • Vegreville Agricultural Society Grounds • 9 am – 8 pm • Ukrainian dance, food and culture • For more info call 780.632.2777 or visit pysankafestival.com

Barrell Racing Jackpot • Jul 20 • Stoney Lake Rodeo Grounds • $10 • Racing of a barrelly nature • For more info call 780.724.2789 or visit town.stpaul.ab.ca

Stoney Lake Stampede • Jul 5 – 6 • Stoney Lake Rodeo Grounds • $10 • Thrilling rodeo action and pancake breakfast • For more info call 780.724.2830 or visit town.stpaul.ab.ca Winnipeg Folk Festival • Jul 7 – 11 • Birds Hill Provincial Park, MB • 5 pm • $46.25 – $198 • With Arrested Development, Ghostkeeper, Rock Plaza Central and more • For more info call 204.231.0096 or visit winnipegfolkfestival.ca 15th Annual Boscombe Hillbilly Jam • Jul 9 – 11 • Boscombe Community Centre, Boscombe • 5 pm • Admission by donation • Some of the best amateur bluegrass and gospel talent in the province plays an outdoor stage. • For more info visit town. stpaul.ab.ca Colonial Days Parade and Fair • Jul 14 – 17 • Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds •$10 – $12 • Midway rides, live entertainment, livestock and more • For more info visit lloydexh.com Beach Party • Jul 14 • Vermillion Aquatic Centre • 1 pm – 4 pm • Life's a beach at this great party • For more info call 780.853.8402 or visit vermillion.ca Buffalo Lake Rodeo • Jul 16 – 18 • Buffalo Lake Métis Settlement, Lac La Biche • Rodeo and talent show •For more info call 780. 689.4446

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Lamont Centennial and Summer Sizzler Rodeo • Jul 23 – 25 • Lamont, north of Elk Island National Park • Pancake breakfast, variety show, demolition derby, petting zoo, chili cook-off and more • For more info visit lamont.ca Music Jamboree • Jul 24 – 25 • Métis Crossing • 11 am – 6 pm • $3 – $5 • An oldfashioned musical jam • For more info visit metiscrossing.com Vermillion Annual Fair • Jul 29 – 31 • Vermillion • Parade, trade show, animal judging, chuck wagons, agricultural displays and more • For more info visit vermillionag.ca Haying In The '30s • Jul 31 – Aug 1 • Mallaig, three hours northeast of Edmonton • Admission by donation to assist cancer victims • Historical haying demonstation, as well as petting zoo, horse and pony rides and rope making • For more info call 780.635.2505 or visit hayinginthe30s.org Pow Wow Days • Jul 30 – Aug 1 • Lac La Biche • $1 – $6 • Lac La Biche's premier community event, featuring a parade, midway, triathlon and more • For more info call 780.623.2662 or visit laclabicheregion.com Alberta's Heritage Day • Aug 1 • Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am – 3 pm • Cook bannock over an open fire, learn about the cultural significance of bison and enjoy an educational lecture • For more info visit parkscanada.gc.ca

Heritage Day • Aug 1 • Elk Island National Park • 12 pm – 9 pm • $3.90 – $7.80 • Celebrate Alberta's heritage • For more info call 780.992.2950 or visit pc.gc.ca/elkisland Dine Kalyna • Aug 5 • Vegreville Country Fair, Vegreville • 5 pm – 8 pm • $40 • Pick from an incredible array of entrees, desserts and drinks produced by noted Alberta chefs and mixologists • For more info visit kalynacountry.com/dine-kalyna Vegreville Exhibition & Country Fair • Aug 5 – 7 • Vegreville's annual fair offers a parade, chuck wagon races, beer gardens and carnival rides • For more info call 780.632.3950 or visit vegreville.com Regina Folk Festival • Aug 6 – 8 • Victoria Park, Regina, Saskatchewan • 6 pm • $50 – $100 • With Ohbijou, Justin Rutledge, Aterciopelados, Hot Club Edmonton and more • For more info call 306.757.0308 or visit reginafolkfestival.com Ashmont Heritage Days • Aug 7 – 8 • Ashmont Agriplex • Celebrate Ashmont's cultural heritage with pancake breakfast, beer gardens, Family Ball tournament and more • For more info call 780.726.3949 Ukrainian Day • Aug 8 • Ukrainian Cultural Village, 50 km east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 9 am – 5 pm • Celebrate Ukrainian culture with

a stage show, culunary delights, musical entertainment and historic activities •For more info call 780.662.3640 or visit ukrainianvillage.ca Kikino Silver Birch Rodeo & Celebration Days • Aug 12 – 15 • Kikino Resort, near Lac La Biche • Jamboree, rodeo, kids activities, steak supper and more • For more info call 1.888.330.8833 or visit laclabicheregion.com

Chicken Coop Quilt Show• Aug 21 •5103 50 St, Mundare • $2 • Featured artists, quilting demos and more • For more info visit thechickencoop.ab.ca Extreme 2010 • Aug 27 – 29 • East of Ardmore, near Cold Lake • Monster trucks! Things being crushed! Mud racing! Exclamation marks! • For more info call 780.812.5647

Agricultural Mini Fair • Aug 14 • Dewberry • Celebrate Dewberry's agricultural heritage •For more info call 780.847.3053 or visit villageofdewberry.ca

Métis Crossing Voyage • Aug 28 – 29 • Métis Crossing • 11 am – 6 pm • $3 – $5 • Enjoy historic activities and entertainment • For more info visit metiscrossing.com

Glendon Derby Daze • Aug 14 • Glendon • Thrilling demolition derby • For more info call 780.635.3807

Friends' Ukrainian Music Fest • Aug 29 • Ukrainian Cultural Village, 50 km east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am – 5 pm • Musical magic on display from the region's finest Ukrainian folk songsters, along with a village market, Ukrainian food and childrens' activities • For more info call 780.662.3640 or visit ukrainianvillage.ca

Westridge CPCA Finals • Aug 19 – 22 • Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds • $6 – $15 • World-class chuckwagon racing • For more info visit lloydexh.com Mundare Agri-Daze Fair • Aug 20 – 22 • Mundare • A variety of agricultural activities • For more info call 780.764.3929 Plamondon Mud Bog • Aug 20 – 22 • Plamondon • 12 pm • Myriad manners of muddy, motorized mayhem make this mud bog one you'll want to drive right into. Now with monster trucks. • For more into call 780.798.3478 or visit laclabicheregion.com

Lakeland Rodeo Finals • Aug 28 – Sep 5 • Clancy Richard Arena, St Paul • $3 – $12 • Thrilling rodeo action Dark Sky Preserve 4th Anniversary • Sep 5 • Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton on Hwy 16 • 10 am – 3 pm • Guided telescope viewings and hikes to celebrate the dark sky • For more info visit parkscanada.gc.ca

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Joe DeRosa • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Lady Gaga • Rexall Place, 7424 - 118 Ave • 7 pm • $60.51 – $188.01 TM) • For more info, visit northlands.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 7 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

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SUNDAY AUGUST 29 EDMONTON PROPER Joe DeRosa • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm • $15 •For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Harvest Fair • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 10 am – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • Horticultural competitions, music, games, crafts and more • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit fortedmontonpark.ca Kids' Pirate Cruise Adventure • Edmonton Queen Riverboat, 9734 - 98 Ave • Hunt for treasure and do crafts while on a scenic boat cruise • For more info call 780.424.2628 or visit edmontonqueen.com

MONDAY AUGUST 30 Phil: Shirt - Selgado Fenwick (Meese) Shorts - Zonerobe (Queue) Jacket - Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC)

EDMONTON PROPER

SATURDAY AUGUST 28

Northern Light Theatre Summer Bingo • Caesar's Bingo West Edmonton Mall, 170 St • 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm • Support Northern Light Theatre with some hot summer bingo action • For more info visit northernlighttheatre.com

Jenni: Blue shirt - Allison Wonderland (Meese) Pink shirt - Bandolera (C'est Sera) Jeans - William Rast (Sophia's) Shoes - Model's own

EDMONTON PROPER Joe DeRosa • The Comic Strip, 1646 Bourbon Street, West Edmonton Mall • 8 pm & 10:30 pm • $22 • For more info call 780.483.5999 or visit thecomicstrip.ca Oh My Darling• Haven Social Club, 15120 Stony Plain Road • 7:30 pm • $10 • With special guests • For more info call 780.756.6010 or visit thehavensocialclub.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Eskimos • Commonwealth Stadium, 11000 Stadium Road • 5 pm • vs. Saskatchewan Roughriders • For more info call 780.448.3757 or visit

TUESDAY AUGUST 31 EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Poker Classic • Casino Edmonton, 7055 Argyll Road •Wrap up the summer with a game of poker • For more info call 780.463.9467 or visit casinoabs.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs. Victoria Seals • $20 – $10 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 1 EDMONTON PROPER Crowded House • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 - 87 Ave • 8 pm • $69.50 –$39.50 (TM) • With Lawrence Arabia • For more info call 780.427.2760 or visit jubileeauditorium.com

EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Poker Classic • Casino Edmonton, 7055 Argyll Road •Wrap up the summer with a game of poker • For more info call 780.463.9467 or visit casinoabs.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs Victoria Seals • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

EDMONTON METRO

Edmonton Poker Classic • Casino Edmonton, 7055 Argyll Road •Wrap up the summer with a game of poker • For more info call 780.463.9467 or visit casinoabs.com

Art Walk • Perron District, St Albert • 6 pm – 9 pm • Enjoy an incredible selection of art • For more info visit artwalkstalbert.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 3

Edmonton Capitals • Telus Field, 10233 - 96 Ave • 7 pm • vs. Victoria Seals • $10 – $20 (TM, O) • For more info visit capsbaseball.com

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EDMONTON PROPER

Bach, Beethoven and Brahms • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 7 pm • $29 – $13 • Karen Gomyo and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra inaugurate this year's Symphony Under the Sky Festival • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com Edmonton Poker Classic • Casino Edmonton, 7055 Argyll Road •Wrap up the summer with a game of poker • For more info call 780.463.9467 or visit casinoabs.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Movies on the Square • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7 pm • Free • Show up early to see a balloon artist, dancing, prizes, and more before watching a great movie on a three-

storey tall screen! • For more info call 780.944.7740 or visit edmonton.ca/ moviesonthesquare

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 4 EDMONTON PROPER The Celtic Spirit • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 2 pm • $29 – 13 • The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and the Knock School of Irish Dance combine for a Celtic celebration. Part of the Symphony Under the Sky Festival • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com Edmonton Poker Classic • Casino Edmonton, 7055 Argyll Road •Wrap

up the summer with a game of poker • For more info call 780.463.9467 or visit casinoabs.com Sonic Boom • Northlands Park • Gates at 11:30 am • $83 (TM) • Alternative music festival, with Wintersleep, Weezer, Bad Religion, Rise Against and more • For more info visit northlands.com John Williams' Greatest Hits • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 7 pm • $29 – $13 • The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and Karen Gomyo play hits from Superman, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and other classic Williams film scores. Part of the Symphony Under the Sky Festival • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY

Movies on the Square • Sir Winston Churchill Square • 7pm • Free • Show up early to see a balloon artist, dancing, prizes and more before watching a great movie on a three-storey tall screen! • For more info call 780.944.7740 or visit edmonton.ca/moviesonthesquare

EDMONTON METRO Beaumont Blues Festival • Beaumont and District Agricultural Society Fairgrounds, Beaumont • 1 pm – 11 pm • $25 – $65 • Featuring Johnny Quazar and the Swingbots, Boogie Patrol and Gordie Johnson • For more info visit beaumontblues.net Tritech Compression / Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

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Phil: Gingham shirt - Matinique (C'est Sera), White shirt - Cottonfield (C'est Sera), Pants - Horst (C'est Sera), Shoes - Hugo Boss (Gravity Pope) Jenni: Dress - Dagg & Stacy (Meese), Shoes - True Religion (Sophia's)

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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 5 EDMONTON PROPER Edmonton Poker Classic • Casino Edmonton, 7055 Argyll Road •Wrap up the summer with a game of poker • For more info call 780.463.9467 or visit casinoabs.com The Piano Men • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 7 pm • $35 – $15 • Billy Joel and Elton John's performed by Jim Witter and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Part of the Symphony Under the Sky Festival • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.comh Scott Cook • Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca

EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Family Matinée• Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 2 pm • $12 (kids free) • An afternoon of music, storytelling, and audience participation. Part of the Symphony Under the Sky Festival • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com Special Summer Event • Alberta Railway Museum, 24215 - 34 St • $2 – $5 • Specially designed kids reading hour • For more info visit railwaymuseum.ab.ca Storytelling Festival: Connecting Cultures • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 1 pm – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • Talented storytellers regale park visitors with tales of truth and fiction, along with music and games • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit fortedmontonpark.ca

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EDMONTON METRO Beaumont Blues Festival • Beaumont and District Agricultural Society Fairgrounds, Beaumont • 1 pm – 11 pm • $25 – $65 • Featuring Amos Garrett, Harpdog Brown, the Smokin' 45s and more • For more info visit beaumontblues.net Tritech Compression / Campbell Automotive Bracket Series • Castrol Raceway, north of Leduc on Hwy 19 • Thrilling automotive action • For more info call 780.461.5801 or visit castrolraceway.com

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 6 EDMONTON PROPER Big Dave McLean• Blues On Whyte, 10329 Whyte Ave • For more info call 780.439.5058 or visit bluesonwhyte.ca Great Canadian Song Book • Heritage Amphitheatre, Hawrelak Park, 2909 - 113 Ave • 2 pm • $13 – $29 • The Symphony Under the Sky Festival wraps up with a collection of classic Canadian tunes • For more info call 780.428.1414 or visit edmontonsymphony.com Thoroughbred Horse Races • Northlands Racetrack • 1 pm • For more info call 780.415.5432 or visit thehorses.com

Where to buy C'est Sera 8239-104 St 780.434.7435

The Fishin' Hole 12719 - 97 St 780.475.0555

Meese 31D Perron Street St Albert 780.418.1388

Queue & Sophia's 8216 - 104 St 780.433.0046

Eden Lilly 10416 - 82 Ave 780.758.6991

Gravity Pope #2, 10442 - 82 Ave 780.439.1637

Mountain Equipment Co-op 12328 - 102 Ave 780.488.6614

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EDMONTON PROPER KID FRIENDLY Storytelling Festival: Connecting Cultures • Fort Edmonton Park, Whitemud Dr and Fox Dr • 1 pm – 6 pm • $7 – $13.75 • Talented storytellers reagle park visitors with tales of truth and fiction, along with music and games • For more info call 780.442.5311 or visit fortedmontonpark.ca

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