Walking Tour App: Just in time for summer, The Friends of Rutherford House Society just launched an interactive app which guides you through some of our city's most beautiful and historic locations. This is something fun to do with the kids, or out-of-town guests. The . . .
Women of Strength Giveaway: Winners Revealed!
I teamed up with Jacek Chocolate and Hillberg and Berk for my Women of Strength Giveaway to recognize inspiring women doing amazing work in our community and loving unconditionally. It turned out even better than we'd hoped. It's been such a journey for me through this . . .
Hip Kid Photos, A Long-Awaited Restaurant, and Heartfelt Hockey
Adorable Threads - Red Ribbon Boutique (12502 102 Ave) has a pop-up going on this weekend for the cute kids line Posh & Cozy. Swing by Red Ribbon today (Friday) from 4-6 and tomorrow from 10-3. Bring your babes because Red Ribbon promises to keep them busy in their kids . . .
Folk Fest News, A Modern Market and New Life at the Alberta Hotel
Folk Fest Tickets: Tickets go on sale Sunday, June 4 in person at 7:00 a.m at Remax Field (formerly Telus Field). City and Colour will headline this year. Here's the rest of the lineup so far. Folk Fest runs August 10-13, 2017 at Gallagher Park. Alberta Hotel: A new . . .
Spirit of Spring Fashion Show 2017
Wyatt and I were honoured to be part of the Spirit of Spring Fashion Show in support of McDougall House. I joined my friend Beryl Bacchus of Bacchus Events Group in styling and producing the fashion show. Wyatt and I also got to walk the runway together. In all, more than . . .
New Dinner Spot, Send Your Kids to the Circus and Market News!
New Digs: One of my favourite local boutiques has moved locations. The Skinny is now open in Kingsway Mall next to Aritzia, on the main floor near Entrance One. Ryan and I went to the VIP preview on Tuesday before the official grand opening. It looks great! Congrats to Erin . . .
Celebrating Women of Strength: Giveaway!
We all have people in our lives who inspire us, but do we tell them? Isn't is funny how we just assume people know how we feel about them? When someone close to me reaches out in that way, it really means the world. Kind words are touching, and positive reinforcement makes . . .
Biking to Beers, A Chocolate Adventure, and Shop While Your Kids Play!
Biking to Beers: This is such a cool idea. Urban Pedal Tours, a brand new 15-passenger U-shaped bike, will take you on a tour of the top craft beer taprooms and breweries in Edmonton. The two-hour ride will cost you around $40 (drinks not included). You can book a tour on . . .
Local Love List: Fashion for Charity, Cool Tee’s for Hockey Fans and a Green Tea Croissant
The Spirit of Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon is coming up on May 7. The annual event supports McDougall House, a second stage residential facility in Edmonton providing unique treatment programs to empower women recovering from addiction. McDougall House supports women in . . .
Local Love List #3: Meaningful Artwork, Mini Craft Kits and a 40th Birthday!
Wyatt and I went on a tour of Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts - a collective of professional artists who have developmental disabilities. I'm part of the Apricity crew and Nina is our partner of choice this year! This meaningful art work can be purchased at 'The Nina' at . . .