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| Welcome Bushido Tattoo |
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BushidoTattoo has recently moved into Victoria Crossing, bringing with it a group of unique and talented artists who offer numerous styles of tattooing including black and grey, Japanese art and portraiture. Specializing in custom tattoos, Bushido Tattoo also features a retail section carrying an assortment of jewellery, novelty items, tattoo magazines, clothing and Bushido merchandise. For more information about Bushido Tattoo, stop by the shop at 218 - 17 Avenue SE, or call 403.261.1009. |
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| Coyotes Makes Way for Cowboys |
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In anticipation for Stampede 2008, Cowboys Dance Hall has decided to open a newly renovated and expanded home at the former site of Coyotes Bar and Dance Saloon at 1088 Olympic Way SE, steps from the Stampede grounds. As a result, Coyotes has closed its doors after six years of service. The new Cowboys celebrates its grand opening on Wednesday, April 30. For more information, contact Cowboys at 403.265.0699, or visit www.cowboysniteclub.com. |
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| Walk in the Stampede Parade |
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Kick off your Stampede experience by walking in this year’s Stampede Parade! Volunteers (over the age of 10) are needed to represent Victoria Crossing and the Kahanoff Centre’s not-for-profit community.
Stampede Parade bleacher tickets are also available to be purchased by BRZ member businesses for $35, which includes a full breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, beans, fresh fruit and drink. Or $30 with no breakfast. All proceeds go towards the Rotary Club West. There are only 100 tickets, so act before the June 15 deadline! If you are interested in walking in the Stampede Parade, or for more information about purchasing bleacher tickets, please email info@vcrossing.com, or call 403.265.2889. |
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| Fourth Annual Technology Recycling Day |
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On Monday, May 5, Focus IT Solutions and The Kahanoff Centre are offering the opportunity to dispose of surplus computers and peripherals in an environmentally sensitive manner. Bring unwanted equipment from home or the office to The Kahanoff Centre lobby from 8am to 2pm for safe disposal or refurbishing (to be donated to organizations in need). Please click here for more information and to see a list of acceptable items, or contact ian@focusitsolutions.com. |
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| Victoria Crossing Posters Available |
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Have window space? In the middle of construction? Help promote your community with a Victoria Crossing poster! The BRZ office has a supply of free posters for use by businesses in the area. If you are interested in receiving a set of free posters, please contact the BRZ office at 403.265.2889 or email info@vcrossing.com. |
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| Attention Business Owners and Managers |
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The Uptown 17 BRZ, Victoria Crossing BRZ and CLIC (Community Life Improvement Council) are pleased to announce 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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| Storage Space Needed! |
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Victoria Crossing BRZ is in need of storage space for paper archives and other small items. If you have secure, accesible space in our neighbourhood that you can donate, please contact the BRZ office at 403.265.2889 or email info@vcrossing.com. |
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| Myths and Facts About Female Incarceration: Free Speaker's Forum |
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What are the myths and facts about female incarceration? Celebrate National Elizabeth Fry Week (May 5 to 11) by attending this free speaker's forum hosted by the Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary and the Department of Justice Studies at Mount Royal College. View the documentary Life Inside Out: Behind the Walls of a Women's Prison and hear criminal justice experts discuss the issues and struggles that female prisoners face inside the Canadian prison system. Held at Mount Royal College's Lincoln Park Campus on May 6. Email or call 403.294.0874 ext. 222 for more info. |
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| Get Your Garden Growing! |
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Check out Memorial Park Library's collection of books and magazines for great ideas on landscape design and construction, composting, weekend building projects, and what grows best in Calgary's climate. For more information, contact Memorial Park Library at 403.260.2600. |
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| May at Memorial Park Library |
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1221 - 2 Street SW
Computer Literacy seminars are held on Saturdays from 10 am to 11:30 am. May 10 - Internet Part 1; May 24 - Introduction to Microsoft Excel; May 31 - Introduction to Microsoft Word.
Thursdays May 8 to 29, from 10 am to noon - Cyber Seniors is a four-week session of classes that teaches coumputer basics in a relaxed, self-paced style to those ages 50+.
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| Wednesday, May 7 - Author Reading: Betty Jane Hegerat - "A Crack in the Wall." A new collection of short stories by an Alberta writer with a deep love of the landscape, both urban and rural, and a gratitude for the small town origin that has given her the conviction that there are no "ordinary" lives. Book sales by Pages Books on Kensington. Begins at 7 pm. No registration required. |
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| Saturday, May 10 to Sunday, May 11 - Writers Guild of Alberta Workshop: Linking Character to Action - A Guide to Making the Narrative Move. Author Natalee Caple will teach participants how to find narrative material and how to develop realistic, interesting characters who reveal their motivations through action. Sat.: 10 am to 5 pm. Sun.: 10:30 am to 5 pm. Call 403.265.2226 to register. |
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| Wednesdays, May 14 to June 25 - Learn English at the Library (beginner/intermediate). Designed for new Canadians and presented in partnership with the YWCA. A non-refundable fee of $35 is payable at the time of registration. Register in person. |
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| New Spring and Summer Stock at IODE Bargain Shop! |
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New spring and summer items have arrived at IODE Bargain Shop. Support local charities by shopping here for quality household items, books, jewellery, and men's and women's clothing. Staffed by volunteers, proceeds from the IODE Bargain Shop help to improve the quality of life for children, youth and those in need through educational, social service and citizenship programs. Located at 1318 - 1 Street SW, store hours are 11am to 3:30 pm Tuesday through Saturday. |
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| Mother's Day is Sunday, May 11 |
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Mother's Day offers us the opportunity to recognize and honour this very special person in our lives. Thank mom on this day by presenting her with a token of appreciation. Order a flower arrangement, cook dinner, take her out to her favourite restaurant, or surprise her with one of these gift ideas: |
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| Quick Getaway - Send mom on a well deserved break with Uniglobe Geo Travel (6, 1204 - 3 Street SE). Book her a one-week vacation to an all-inclusive resort on the Mayan Riviera, in Varadero, Cuba, or in the Dominican Republic. Or let her try her luck for a few nights at the Bellagio or Monte Carlo Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Call 403.531.2400 for prices and more information on current travel specials. |
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| Spa Package - Give her the opportunity to take time for herself with a special package from Liv Spa (226, 1111 Olympic WaySE). Give her a Tropical Body Wrap and Simply Liv Manicure and Pedicure package for $229; or Tropical Body Wrap and 60 minute Swedish massage package for $199; or a signature Caviar Facial and Jade Stone massage package for $299. Liv Spa is also offering free delivery of any gift card purchase of $150 and over, within city limits. Please contact Guest Services at 403.244.3299 for more details. |
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| Custom Jewellery - Design a one-of-a-kind ring, pendant or bracelet. Leno Jewellery (1415 - 1 Street SE) specializes in custom creations, as well as large diamonds and coloured gems. Call 403.243.1251 for more information. |
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| Unique Buying Opportunity at UNION Square Condos! |
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Located in the heart of the new High Fashion District UNION Square Condos is offering a unique buying opportunity ideal for the urban professional. A brand new one-bedroom, one-bath, 633-sq-foot condo is up for sale at a special price of $351,808. The condo includes granite counters, maple cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, full size master with en-suite bath and a walk-in closet. Add floor to ceiling windows, a private balcony, and secured parking and storage and you have a pad to call home! For more details, visit the sales centre at 1325 - 1 Street SW or call 403.263.3800. |
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| May 1 - Volunteer Calgary's Annual Leadership Awards |
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Join Volunteer Calgary as they celebrate and recognize some of the city's most outstanding volunteers. Held during National Volunteer Week (April 27 to May 3), these awards are running on its 12th year. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit www.volunteercalgary.ab.ca/leadershipawards or call 403.231.1435. |
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| May 6 - Child and Youth Friendly Calgary's 11th Annual Empty Bowls |
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Modelled after a soup kitchen, this annual fundraising event is held in order to raise awareness of homeless youth in the city. Guests will be served a simple dinner of homemade soup and bread, and will receive a handmade ceramic bowl. Proceeds go towards the John Howard Society Radio House. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Child and Youth Friendly Calgary at 403.266.5448. |
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| April to May - The Future of Nostalgia: Ryan McClure Scott at the +15 Stride Gallery window space. Closing reception on May 16 at 7pm |
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May 11 - Mother's Day Brunch from 10am to 2pm at the Elbow River Casino (call 403.206.9201 to make your reservation) |
| May 1 - Hai Karate presents Steve Aoki with Small Town DJs at HiFi Club |
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May 15 - Promonium Jesters and Adaptive Reaction at Soda |
| May 2 to 3 - The Real Deal at the Elbow River Casino |
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May 15 to 17 - Big Cat Daddy at the Elbow River Casino |
May 3 -Keystone presents Yoav with Kris Demeanor at HiFi Club
May 3 - DJ Soup and Hula Hoop with the HiFi All Star DJs at HiFi Club |
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May 16 to June 21 - Interval: Lynda Gammon in the main space at Stride Gallery. Opening reception May 16 at 8pm to midnight |
May 3 - Stars on Ice at the Pengrowth Saddledome
May 4 - Eeamon Mcgrath and special guests at Soda |
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May 22 - Jazz Improv Night at Soda
May 22 to 23 - Donald Ray Johnson at the Elbow River Casino
May 23 - Dub and Eradik at Soda |
| May 4 to June 1 - Feature artist Nola Fell at Vicious Circle |
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May 23 - Gallery Show Opening featuring Annette Kwa and Mandy Tsung at Soda |
| May 5 to May 10 - Cinco de Mayo celebrations (complete with Pinata Bash on Saturday night) at Bottlescrew Bill's |
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May 24 - The Minimal Animal at Soda
May 25 - The Riff Randells with the Madcowboys and the Hollywood Goods at HiFi Club |
| May 9 to 10 - Metro Beat at the Elbow River Casino |
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May 29 to 31- Amos Garrett and The Eh Team at the Elbow River Casino |
| May 10 - Chimera Special Event (Goth, Industrial, IDM) at Soda |
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May 30 - Kanye West at the Pengrowth Saddledome |
| May 10 - Grand Analog with Dragon Flie Empire and guests at HiFi Club |
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May 31 - Knucklehead with Rebel Spell and guests at the HiFi Club |
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