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Art Central: Calgary’s Capital of the Art Scene

Art Central: Calgary’s Capital of the Art Scene

By on March 1, 2012 about Arts and Culture, Attractions, Cafes, Downtown, Family Fun, Hip & Trendy, Lifestyle and Recreation, Uncategorized, Visual Arts

If you haven’t discovered Calgary’s art scene yet, Art Central would be a good place to start. As the name implies, it’s a haven for studios and galleries –it’s got over 50 of them. The multi-storey visual arts complex at the corner of Centre Street and Seventh Avenue is literally in the heart of downtown [...]

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Beer is the New Wine

By on February 28, 2012 about Acadia, Arts and Culture, Arts Festivals, Fine Cuisine, Hip & Trendy, Maple Ridge, Southwood, Willow Park, Wine Bars

If you like beer, this is not something you’ll want to miss. In a unique coming together of fine brews, fine food, and fine music, the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra is teaming up with local and international Brew Masters and Executive Chefs for a celebration of Calgary’s finest culture. As part of a month-long Cork & [...]

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Broken City: It Doesn’t Need to be Fixed

By on February 21, 2012 about Arts and Culture, Cafes, Connaught, Downtown, Fast casual, Hip & Trendy, Hip & Trendy, Lunch counters, Music, Scarboro, Theme

There’s nothing wrong with it. Its many fans know it is far, far from needing fixing. Broken City is a watering hole on 11th Avenue and 5th Street SW that has several rock, punk, metal and hip-hop shows each month. Giving up-and-coming bands a stage and showcasing local talent to eager audiences is just the beginning [...]

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