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Library Chat: Local funding for library helps to create services that people use
By Medicine Hat News on August 3rd, 2018
Last week my social media was abuzz with reaction to an article that appeared on Forbes.com. Now that I’m a columnist myself I shouldn’t take pleasure in another writer’s downfall but the case is instructive. The Forbes article argued that Amazon bookstores should “replace local libraries and save taxpayers lots of money.”I could rebut the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian folk duo with new album have concert date at Cafe Verve
By Mo Cranker on August 2nd, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Canadian folk duo Piper Hayes and Carson Ritcey-Thorpe will be in Medicine Hat Aug. 10 at Cafe Verve as they tour western Canada in support of their latest release, ‘Piper and Carson.’ “We recorded an album last summer after our last western tour,” said Hayes. “We actually recorded this album on the farm ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rock Ramblings: Family connections abound in the world of rock and roll
By Medicine Hat News on August 2nd, 2018
“We are who we are because they were who they were.” I’m headed out to southeastern Saskatchewan for the long weekend for a family reunion. It’s been 10 years since we last all got together in the Shushwaps and a lot has changed since then. I’m no longer a “kid” in the family, I’ve gotten ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark Aug. 2-8
By Medicine Hat News on August 2nd, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the August long weekend. Check with the establishment. THURSDAY – Karaoke, Oly’s Alehouse and Eatery, Johnny with Dynamite Sound, win a $100 gift certificate, 9 p.m., 403-548-6597 – Live jam, Cecil Hotel, 9 p.m. – Ride the Mechanical Bull, Ralph’s Texas Bar and Steakhouse, 9 p.m. – ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carmen to be performed in the open air at Badlands Amphitheatre
By Medicine Hat News on August 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The first open air opera in Alberta arrives at the Badlands Amphitheatre Aug. 4 with its soaring arias, live orchestration, enduring melodies and performances by three Canadian opera stars.The three include: Métis/Canadian mezzo-soprano Rebecca Cuddy of Toronto, tenor Boris Derow of Edmonton and soprano Michaela Chiste of Okotoks. Carmen in the Badlands ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blues concert to raise funds for HALO
By Medicine Hat News on July 27th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Veteran bluesman Terry Gillespie is coming to Medicine Hat to help raise money for HALO. On Aug. 11, Gillespie will play a charity benefit dinner for the local medical rescue helicopter service at Liquid Concert & Event Venue. Cocktails will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner — provided by TLC Farms — ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Discovering arts and culture through the eyes of our everyday heroes
By Medicine Hat News on July 27th, 2018
It’s impossible to adequately explain the feeling of sheer delight that never failed to overcome my 10-year-old self at the approach of a dark and brooding storm. The louder the thunder the better and if the power went out then Oh boy!, we were in for a treat. Candles were lit as board games emerged ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tucker on stage tonight
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2018
Medicine Hat News With a career spanning more than 45 years behind her, Tanya Tucker has the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede in her immediate future. Tucker will take the stage at the Stampede grandstand tonight at 9. Tucker burst onto the music scene in 1972 as a teenager singing the hit “Delta Dawn.” She ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Guess Who says it’s all about the songs
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2018
Stan Ashbee Special to the News Two of rock ‘n’ roll’s finest perform live Saturday night at the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede. Legendary Joan Jett and the Blackhearts with special guests The Guess Who hit the Night Show stage at 8 p.m. One of Canada’s premiere bands is and will always be The Guess ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rock Ramblings: Step up for Stampede shenanigans
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2018
You’ve been waiting all year long, and the wait, my friend, is now over. It’s time for the annual Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. This has been a Badlands tradition for more than 130 years. So, yes, our local summer extravaganza is quite a bit older than the Province of Alberta itself! They must be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark July 26-Aug-1
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2018
THURSDAY – Karaoke, Oly’s Alehouse and Eatery, Johnny with Dynamite Sound, win a $100 gift certificate, 9 p.m., 403-548-6597 – 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 ... Read More »
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