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Radio Ramblings: What parents do when kids go back to school
By Poncho Parker on August 22nd, 2019
@ponchoparker Forget about filling up the shopping cart with duotangs, whiteout and the 64-pack special of crayons with the built-in sharpener. Head down the party aisle of your favourite place to spend money and you’ll notice party hats, noisemakers, confetti guns and streamers are flying off the shelf faster than the mailing out of photo ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Offspring, Sum 41 to play the Hat in November
By Medicine Hat News on August 19th, 2019
Medicine Hat News Mega-platinum-selling band the Offsrping as well as Canadian rock band Sum 41 are teaming up for a Canadian tour this year – their only Alberta stop will be in the Hat. The tour kicks off in Halifax on Nov. 12 and the bands, alongside special guest Dinosaur Pile-Up, will play the Canalta ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Radio Ramblings: Ah, summer memories: Life at the lake is best
By Medicine Hat News on August 8th, 2019
It’s hard to believe that summer is already half over. Once August hits, everyone seems to switch into back-to-school mode. I’m not ready for summer to be over; I haven’t even taken my summer holidays yet. I’m looking forward to heading home to southeast Saskatchewan next week for some relaxation at my family’s cabin at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Eagle Eyes’ pays tribute to some great music
By Chris Brown on August 8th, 2019
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown From a fashion perspective, an Eagles tribute band is about as easy as it gets. After all, the Eagles were basically four guys who performed in T-shirts and jeans. But the music is where it gets difficult. The Eagles were renowned for their vocals, harmonizing and skills on the instruments. So that’s where Eagle ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Library Chat: Nothing holding us back
By Ken Feser on August 2nd, 2019
I am soon going to Vancouver Island to visit with family. I would like to stray off the topic of the library to explain why I choose to live in Medicine Hat rather than the beautiful place where I was born and raised. Growing up in Qualicum Beach I saw a lot of economic hardship. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bringing classical music to the masses
By Chris Brown on August 1st, 2019
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown The Crimson String Quartet will bring Music of the Isles to the Prairies for the next 10 days. That quick tour of Alberta and Saskatchewan includes a show at the Medicine Hat Public Library on Aug. 7. Violinist Alvin Tran said the group’s goal is a simple one: To bring classical music to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark Aug. 1-7, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on August 1st, 2019
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Heritage Day long weekend. Check with the establishment. THURSDAY – Live jam, Cecil Hotel, 9 p.m. – Ride the Mechanical Bull, Ralph’s Texas Bar and Steakhouse, 9 p.m. – Top 40 DJ music with Ryan Stewart, Temptation Night Club, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. – DJ jam nights, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Radio Ramblings: Leave your comfort zone and you might find a new favourite
By Warren Affleck on August 1st, 2019
I have to admit, I’ve been feeling a bit of wanderlust lately. I’m feeling that need to throw off the shackles and to go somewhere different, see a different place, do different things and even eat different foods. While I have not been to as many places as others, I’ve been to more places than ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Raise the woof! PAW Patrol Live! is coming to Medicine Hat
By Medicine Hat News on July 30th, 2019
Sure to get some tails wagging, PAW Patrol Live! is coming to Medicine Hat next year. The popular preschool series will bring its stage show “PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure” to the Canalta Centre on Jan. 14 and 15, 2020. A release from the promotion describes the show: Mayor Goodway is getting everything ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Creedence Clearwater Revisited is an experience of vintage rock ‘n’ roll and singalong hits
By Stan Ashbee on July 26th, 2019
ashentertainment@live.com When you experience a live Creedence Clearwater Revisited show you can sing along with all the hits because Creedence Clearwater Revival’s hits are simply unforgettable. For the past 25 years the band Revisited has been touring, but the original band performed at Woodstock – which marks its 50th anniversary in 2019. This year also ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: The Esplanade is a place to Come Together
By Tobie Laliberte on July 26th, 2019
When finding a theme or an identity for a new year of programming at the Esplanade, a lot of consideration goes into the development of an idea. After all, this will be the anchor for what the Esplanade offers from September to June: More than 30 shows, more than 12 exhibitions and numerous educational programs ... Read More »
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