Local Entertainment
After Dark Aug. 17-23
By Medicine Hat News on August 17th, 2017
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 Renn Davies, Temptation Night Club, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. – Intimate with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Concert will raise funds, awareness for local shelter
By Medicine Hat News on August 12th, 2017
Medicine Hat News An Edmonton country singer is using her talents to raise money and awareness for crisis shelters across the province. In Medicine Hat, Andrea Nixon will perform at Cafe Verve from noon to 2 p.m. on Aug. 15. Admission is by donation and the event will also feature a guest speaker addressing domestic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Something for everyone on MHMT’s 2017-18 schedule
By Medicine Hat News on August 11th, 2017
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com @MHNBrown As summer winds down, things are ramping up at Medicine Hat Musical Theatre. The group recently announced its lineup for the 2017-18 season and tickets for the first show, “Sister Act,” go on sale Aug. 15. Opening night is Oct. 27 The fall show typically ends up being the biggest of the season ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Northern Pikes here in fall
By Medicine Hat News on August 11th, 2017
Medicine Hat News Saskatchewan band The Northern Pikes will make its way to Medicine Hat this fall. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the album “Big Blue Sky” and 33 years of playing together the band will perform at the Esplanade on Nov. 20. Tickets go on sale today. Tickets, $35 plus service charge and GST, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Wedding seasonat the Esplanade
By Medicine Hat News on August 11th, 2017
Each season has its own attributes and summer, at the Esplanade, is the time of year for weddings. The Terrace is the jewel of the venue — a warm-weather favourite, with a spectacular view. Many wedding ceremonies take advantage of this outdoor rooftop space. Every wedding is different. From exquisite-traditional to way-out unique, we have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rock Ramblings: Mexican band touring in Western Canada definitely worth seeing
By Medicine Hat News on August 10th, 2017
It’s been a hot summer — temps above 30 C have been the norm, not the exception. So this is maybe not the best idea I ever had: I’m taking some vacation days down near the equator … the even hotter (and far more humid) Costa Rica. Part of the reason is my friend just ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark Aug.10-16
By Medicine Hat News on August 10th, 2017
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 Renn Davies, Temptation Night Club, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. – Intimate with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Two performances of ‘Dream Catchers’ in region this week
By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2017
Medicine Hat News An inspirational musical is making its way around Alberta this week, making a pair of stops in the southeast corner of the province. “The Dream Chatchers” musical will “will take you on a quest to find hope for the future and dares you to believe that no dream is too small,” reads ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Library Chat: Judging from ‘hold’ list, adult fiction books most popular
By Medicine Hat News on August 4th, 2017
The Edmonton Journal recently ran an article which listed the top book holds placed across Edmonton Public Library’s (EPL) different branches. If you are interested you can find the article using Pressreader, our online worldwide, multilingual, newspaper resource. Pressreader provides thousands of daily newspapers in addition to a 30-day archive. You can log on from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rock Ramblings: Being a tortured artist shouldn’t validate one’s work
By Medicine Hat News on August 3rd, 2017
Being a tortured artist should not validate one’s work. There. I said it. Over the past couple of years, rock fans have lived through Prince overdosing on drugs, Chris Cornell of Soundgarden hanging himself and most recently, Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington meeting a similar fate. Depression is a serious issue and no part of this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!After Dark August 3-9
By Medicine Hat News on August 3rd, 2017
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 »
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