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| Welcome Olives Restaurant |
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On July 4, Olives opened its doors on the main floor of the arriVa condo building. This restaurant, deli and lounge serves up innovative Italian cuisine, as well as features a diverse selection of Italian wines.
The restaurant has several dining options including a 120-seat dining room (where diners may sit at the bar and watch as meals are prepared), an 80-seat lounge, and a 20-seat market deli where take-out options are available. At the deli, enjoy items such as flatbreads, paninis and desserts. Try the dining room for dishes such as Potato Herb Gnocchi, Pan Seared Halibut and Braised Lamb Shank. Olives is located at 1129 Olympic Way SE. Phone: 403.984.5000. |
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| Welcome Crazy Horse Saloon |
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Opened just in time for Calgary Stampede 2008, Crazy Horse Saloon has moved into a space within the historic MacCosham Place building. In addition to a lounge and dance floor, the new 5,500-sq-ft saloon also features a live music stage. Apart from being a fitting entertainment venue during Stampede time, Crazy Horse is a year-round nightclub focused on catering to the young professional crowd. Crazy Horse Saloon is located at 213 - 10 Avenue SW. Phone: 403.237.8580. |
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| Fameless New Location |
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Originally located along 1 Street SW, Fameless has relocated to the Bell Block, a historic Edwardian style building that dates back to 1909. Fameless exclusively carries hip hop clothing, shoes, accessories and other specialty items. The shop is now open for regular store hours. Stop by the new location at 1012 Macleod Trail SE. Phone: 403.262.8006. |
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| Introducing a Tapeless Offsite Backup Solution |
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Final Frontiers is now offering business continuity solutions for all your backup and disaster recovery needs. This IT company takes care of daily backups, offsite data storage, network recovery and remote monitoring, all for a low monthly fee! Final Frontiers is also pleased to offer their VC neighbours a free 30-minute onsite presentation to see which remote monitoring and business continuity solution is best for you. Don’t forget there is a 45-minute response time for Victoria Crossing members! Call Final Frontiers at 403.234.0160 to reserve a time. |
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| Help Build a Home and Support Mental Health for Calgarians in Need |
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The Canadian Mental Health Association is still in need of sponsors and participants to take part in the 4th Annual Fish & Chips Golf Tournament on September 4, 2008. This unique event supports the Horizon Housing Society and the Canadian Mental Health Association Calgary Region build affordable housing and provide mental health programs for people in need. Become an event sponsor by contributing auction items, prizes, or cash donations, or participate in a day of fly-fishing on the Bow River with experienced guides. The day wraps up with a wonderful meal and live auction at the Cottonwood's clubhouse. To become a Fish & Chips sponsor or to register for fly-fishing, call 403.297.1700 or visit www.cmha.calgary.ab.ca. |
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| Attention Victoria Crossing & Uptown 17 Business Owners/Managers |
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The Uptown 17 BRZ, Victoria Crossing BRZ and CLIC (Community Life Improvement Council) are pleased to offer an exciting pilot project for businesses in the area. Through this partnership, we are offering security/CPTED (crime prevention through environmental design) reviews of your business property at no charge! Once the review (conducted by The Calgary Police Service, Calgary Bylaw Services and CLIC audit personnel) is completed, a meeting will be held with you and a report supplied. Call 403.265.2889 to book your review. Funding is limited so don't delay - find out what you can do to improve your safety. |
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| New Developments in Victoria Crossing |
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Development Permits Under Review:
DP2008-1654: 1313 - 1 Street SE - change of use, mezzanine addition
DP2008-1830: 1410 - 1 Street SE - change of use, financial institution TD Bank
DP2008-1981: 111 - 14 Avenue SE - change of use, offices (from retail to office) |
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| August at Memorial Park Library |
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1221 - 2 Street SW
A Dragon Tale - 2008 Calgary Co-op Summer Reading Adventure for kids: This summer, enter the world of fantastical creatures and mythical beasts as you travel around the world to help Ember the Dragon return home. Collect a new game page every two weeks, read fabulous books, and enter to win great prizes! Contact Memorial Park Library at 403.260.2600 for more details. |
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| Thursday August 7 to 28 - Summer Stories:
Drop in for stories, book talks and films. Ages 6 to 8, from 12:30 to 1pm. No registration required. |
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| September to December 2008 Programs - Registration for upcoming programs begins August 28. Register in person, online, or by calling 403.260.2620. To view a complete list of programs, visit www.calgarypubliclibrary.com. |
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| France et Creation Clearance Sale |
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1006 MacLeod Trail SE
France et Creation is having a Clearance Sale up to 50% off the regular price. The shop features a wide selection of authentic and exclusive products, many of which are designed and hand crafted by French artists, such as: Blown Glass by Stéphane Branlé, Procelain Vases by Serge Nicole, Earthenware by L'Atelier d'Ode, Jigsaw Puzzles by Puzzle Michèle Wilson and many other unique gift items. These items are exclusive to Calgary. Because of the nature of these design items, availability of certain products may be limited, so hurry in to get the best selection. France et Creation is open Monday to Saturday. Phone: 403.265.0810.
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| Summer Shopping at IODE Bargain Shop |
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1318 - 1 Street SW
IODE Bargain Shop is open for new summer hours: 11am to 3:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday, and will be closed Tuesdays throughout July and August. Staffed by volunteers, proceeds from the shop help to improve the quality of life for children, youth and those in need through educational, social service and citizenship programs. Support local charities by shopping at the IODE Bargain Shop for quality household items, books, jewellery, and men's and women's clothing. |
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| Summer Dining at La Vita e Bella |
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La Vita's patio is now open! Join La Vita e Bella on their outdoor, two-tiered patio for a relaxing lunch, an after-work beverage or a delicious dinner. The 70-seat patio is also the perfect location to host your next corporate event (contact Liz at 403.466.7754 for more details). Stop by Sundays and Mondays for half price on select wines. Visit www.lavitabella.com for menus and details on the wine list. La Vita e Bella is located at 401 - 12 Ave SE. |
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| It's Sandal Season at Liv Spa |
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For the month of August, Liv Spa will be featuring foot care products. These products include all the essentials of nail and foot care ranging from Cuticle Cream, Foot Files, Foot Logix and Liv Spa's exclusive Youth Renew Caviar Hand & Foot Cream. Also, receive a Simply Liv Manicure or Pedicure for $99 (special offer valid only Tuesday to Thursday between 11am to 6pm). Liv Spa is located within the arriVa condo, across from the Stampede Grounds, at 226, 1111 Olympic Way SE. Please contact Guest Services at 403.244.3299 for more details. |
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| Tastings at 100 Wines |
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Thursday, August 7 - Tour of Australia: Think Australia is all about Shiraz? Think again. Come and experience a fun variety of great Aussie wines from both famous and undiscovered vineyards in Australia. Cost: $45/person, begins at 7pm. |
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| Thursday, August 14 - The Bow & Elbow are too crowded ... tempt your tastebuds instead! Summer time in Calgary is about getting on the Elbow or Bow River for a float. Join 100 Wines as they gather a great selection of temptating wines that may just keep you off the river and gathering up some friends to celebrate instead. Cost: $25/person, begins at 7pm. |
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| Thursday, August 21 - Weddings & Wine: Yes, the dreaded decision, what to serve at your wedding. 100 Wines will help you narrow down your choices and provide some helpful hints on selecting wines on your special day. Find out more about their wedding wine registry too! Cost: $45/person, begins at 7pm. |
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| Thursday, August 28 - Vodka Unravelled: Come discover some of the different Vodka's available that taste amazing on their own or in your favourite cocktail. Cost: $45/person, begins at 7pm. |
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| Call 403.452.8820 for more info on any of the above tasting programs. |
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| August - View Original and Diverse Paintings from India |
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Presented by Art-in-Fusion, ten original works showcasing contrasting styles from different regions of India are currently on display on the second floor of the Kahanoff Centre (1202 Centre Street SE). The collection features a vibrant mix of figurative and abstract art in the vivid and dramatic textures of India. The Red Sari (pictured), Illusion (a series of abstracts), and Yours Truly and Waiting, are a set of oils that exude an ethereal and trance-like quality in the portrayal of their figures. For viewings, please call Cyrene Banerjee at 403.973.2787, or visit www.artinfusion.ca for more art from India. |
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| August to September - UNI-FARM at Stride Gallery's +15 Window Space |
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Motivated by a distain towards industrial un-sustainability and consumer irresponsibility, Alex Moon’s ongoing project Uni-Farm attempts to disarm self-serving incoherent corporate rhetoric. Over the course of time and crisis the Uni-Farm came to own all of the means of food production in North America, forcing farmers under their employment. Unsatisfied with its current market position, The Uni-Farm has expanded its sphere of influence far beyond the farming systems developed in Uni-Farm Labs. Based on its Opremium seed-printing system, The Uni-Farm presents Uni-Farm Gardener Pro, a domestic design software package making gardening easier for you and your family. Opening reception Thursday September 17. Visit www.stride.ab.ca for more info. |
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| Note: Stride Gallery will be closed from August 9 to September 5, 2008 for summer holidays. The current exhibition, Donna White's Prevailing Past, will be ending on August 9, and the +15 Window space (in the Epcor Centre for the Performing Arts) is always accesible to the public via the +15 walkways. |
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| Cheer on the Stamps with Elbow River Casino |
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Stamps fans, come watch as the Calgary Stampeders bring the pain to other CFL teams as they battle their way to the top. For only $29.99, purchase a Calgary Stampeders Game Ticket Package where you'll receive a game ticket, steak sandwich, mug of beer, and a ride to and from the game from the Elbow River Casino. Tickets are available for all home games. See Guest Services to purchase tickets or call 403.289.8880 for availablility or for more information. |
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| In celebration of lucky date 08/08/08, the Elbow River Casino will be giving away a brand new pool table worth more than $6,000! Call 403.289.8880 or visit www.elbowrivercasino.com for more information. |
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| July 4 to August 9 - Donna White's Prevailing Past at Stride Gallery's main space |
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August 14: Crue Fest at the Pengrowth Saddledome
August 15: Edwin at Stampede Casino
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August 1: Cubed at Soda
August 1: The Smothers Brothers at |
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August 16: Junkhouse at Stampede Casino |
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August 1: Allison's Drum n Bass
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August 22: Vanilla Ice at Stampede Casino
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| Burlesque B-Day Bash at Soda |
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August 23: G.O.D. at Soda |
| August 4: Snake Mountain Tour with Illusive Mind and MKU at Soda |
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August 23: 3 Doors Down at the Pengrowth Saddledome |
| August 5: Cantos Music Foundation presents Faust on Stage and Screen at the Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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August 23: Jeff Martin of the Tea Party at Stampede Casino
August 24: Joel Osteen Ministries at
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| August 8: The Calling at Stampede Casino |
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August 29: Wide Mouth Mason and |
| August 9: Cherry Poppin Daddies at Stampede Casino |
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Tupelo Honey at Stampede Casino
August 30: Oasis at the Pengrowth
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August 11: Ganglion, The Phrenologists, Megan Gerbrandt and TBA at Soda
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August 30: Spirit of the West at |
| August 11: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers at the Pengrowth Saddledome |
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August 30 to Sept 1: Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival at the Round-Up Centre
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| August 12: Cantos Music Foundation presents Opera Gems at the Jack Singer Concert Hall |
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