Nanton Garage Sale

Posted on June 18, 2011 by CLT

Saturday, June 18, 9am – 3pm on Main Street
Nanton’s Chamber of Commerce members are hosting our annual sidewalk sale and invite visitors to join us downtown to find that special treasure, shop and much more!

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Family Fun All Day Long at Planes, Trains &amp, Elevators

Posted on May 27, 2011 by CLT

See them all—Big and Small In Nanton, Alberta (35 minutes south of Calgary on Hwy 2)

Sat. June 4, 9M-5PM
BE SURE TO VISIT:

  • The Bomber Command, Museum of Canada
  • Big Sky Garden Railway
  • Canadian Grain Elevator
  • The Museum of Miniatures

2011 Planes Trains Elevators Poster

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Diamond Valley Parade & Discovery Days

Posted on May 25, 2011 by CLT

Come Celebrate Diamond Valley Parade & Discovery Days with us on June 3rd and June 4th.  In attendance will be 2006 Long Track Speed Skating Olympic Silver Medalist, Jason Parker (Parade Marshall).

Scheduled Activities Include:

  • Turner Valley 9th Annual Diamond Valley Fun Run (June 3)
  • 42nd Annual Diamond Valley Annual Parade (June 4)
  • Black Diamond Annual Merchants Festival (June 4)
  • Annual Antique Classic Show N’ Shine (June 4)
  • Annual Foothills Lions Club BBQ and Band (June 4)
  • Turner Valley Annual Discovery Days (June 4)
    Farmers Market, Wrappin’ About Reptiles, Exhibits, Hay Wagon Rides,
    Petting Zoo, Children’s Play Area, Malcom Russell Comic Mastery,
    “Abracadabra” Master of Mystery, Millarville Musical Equestrian Demo
  • Sheep Creek Arts Council Bake Sale
  • Valley Neighbors Garden Club Plant Sale
  • Sheep River Library VHS Movie Book Sale
  • Sheep Creek Arts Council Rhubarb Festival Quilt Show
  • 2006 Olympic Medalist, Jason Parker Autograph Signing
  • Turner Valley Fireworks

For more information on Diamond Valley Parade & Discovery Days go to:
http://town.blackdiamond.ab.ca/page.cfm?pgID=114

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Calgary Girls Choir

Posted on April 28, 2011 by CLT

Our next concert will be the Calgary Girls Choir, under the direction of Elaine Quilichini, is one of Canada’s most dynamic and award-winning ensembles. Over the years, the choir has earned a stellar reputation in the choral community, gaining recognition and acclaim for its brilliant performances and many accomplishments. Experience the musical magic of these young and delightful voices.
Saturday, May 14th, 7:30 pm at the High River United Church.

You may contact Michele Wheatley-Brown at 403-652-2895 for an interview.

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Opening Art Show at Omnium Gatherum

Posted on April 13, 2011 by CLT

Arlene Westen Evans and Stephen Evans invite you to Evanescence Gallery and Art Studio

Opening Art Show at Omnium Gatherum

Friday, May 6, 2011 from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
61 Veterans Way 8th Avenue SE, High River, Alberta

High River’s newest art gallery opens its doors to the public on Friday, May 6, 2011. We hope you will visit!

Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00 am – 5:00pm, Friday and Saturday 10:00 – 4:30pm, or by appointment. Email: evanescencegallery@gmail.com or phone 403.796.4873 for further information

Exhibition continues to May 28, 2011

Our initial exhibition brings together a collection of works by emerging and mid-career Alberta artists that will be featured in Evanescence Gallery and Art Studio throughout the coming year. We are very pleased to present this preview of exceptional artist’s works which celebrate originality and creativity through a variety of media including photography, painting, pottery, book arts, textiles and jewllery.

 

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Diamond Valley Christmas Country Style

Posted on November 23, 2010 by CLT

Here is an update to the Diamond Valley Christmas Light-up in Black Diamond, AB on November 27, 2010. It has expanded! It has become a two day event involving both the Towns of Turner Valley and Black Diamond. This should surely get you into the Christmas spirit. The event begins on Friday, November 26th, 4:30pm-8:30pm, at the Flare & Derrick, on Main Street in Turner Valley, AB, with a Christmas Market, featuring local crafts, artisans, kitchen creations and lots of food. It opens again on Saturday from 10:00am-4:00pm and offers childminding. Family activities include visiting with Santa, wagon rides, ice skating and much more. Children can mail their letters off to Santa as well. Donations to the Food Bank would be greatly appreciated. At 5:00pm, make your way over to Black Diamond, where the whole town will turn on the Christmas lights at the same time. Santa will arrive, as well as his pettable reindeer.  Live Christmas music and carolers will be all about town. Horse drawn wagons will transport one and all around to see the lights and visit the different shopping districts.  Merchants will stay open late with offerings of goodies, specials and Light-up Passports providing a chance to win some great gifts. For more details, go to: http://town.blackdiamond.ab.ca/page.cfm?pgID=103

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Diamond Valley Christmas

Posted on October 22, 2010 by CLT
Mark down November 27th on your calendar! It is the official day this year of the Diamond Valley Christmas Light-up in Black Diamond, AB. Festivities will begin at 5:00 pm sharp! If you need a parking spot, come early. 
Jolly Santa Claus
Dancer & Prancer

Picture with Santa

 

As a bit of a sneak preview, I will confirm that Santa and his real live reindeer will again be gracing our town light-up with their presence.

Giddy-up Jingle Horse

 

We will also continue tradition with horse drawn wagon rides around the town. Businesses will be open late and there will be plenty of hot treats to keep the chills away.

Toastie moments

 

The planning wheel is in motion and I will be back to update you as the activities and attractions are confirmed. I can’t wait to tell you what other surprises are in the works. If you have powerpoint, check out a little slideshow from last year’s event. Diamond Valley Christmas Light-up

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WOW and Then

Posted on October 14, 2010 by CLT

Check out the Blog for WOW and Then; a truly unique blog from Pam.  Who runs a very cool little shop in Longview, one of our Cool Little Towns.

http://wowandthen.blogspot.com/

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East Longview Hall gets a facelift

Posted on October 5, 2010 by CLT

As fall has come full force to Southern Alberta, there are new colours all over the place! Not just in the trees, but in Longview the colours are also on the Hall! East Longview Hall gets a mural emphasizing Country & Western art and culture in the heart of where it all began. Hats off to Matt Zoumer for his exceptional work at the East Longview Hall. Come by and see this historic hall with its new muraled exterior. Truly adding to the western atmosphere of this Cool Little Town. Click on the below link to see the article from the High River Times and check out the picture!

http://www.highrivertimes.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2776647

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Longview Arts and Music Festival

Posted on August 19, 2010 by CLT

The Longview Arts and Music festival is this weekend. This year will mark the 3rd anniversary of this increasingly popular event, come on by between 2 and 9 PM on August 21st and 22nd to help us celebrate. With over a dozen bands including; The June Bugs, Forty Watts, Black Sheep, Rooster in a Hen House, Tim Buckley and the Timbuktu’s and Rebel Ritas, it is sure to be a great time. Also on hand will local artists Bernie Brown, Gail Gallup, Karissa Richards as well as other artists and craftsmen from all over Alberta! Admission is by donation, and there will be fun for the whole family. Come by the Longview Centennial Park, turn West onto Longview Dr. from Hwy 22 and you will see us. Fingers crossed for sunshine!! See you there!!

For more information including bands and set times follow the link:

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