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Pecha Kucha Saturday at I-XL

By Medicine Hat News on September 29th, 2017

Medicine Hat News The Brick and Tile plant (formerly I-XL brick plant, just east of Medalta) will be the site Saturday of Volume 15 of Pecha Kucha, held in conjunction with the Filthy Hands Festival. The audio-visual presentations from eight people — a little less than seven minutes per presenter — starts at 6 p.m. ... Read More »

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Antiques, collectibles show alongside gun and hobby show at Cypress Centre Saturday and Sunday

By Medicine Hat News on September 29th, 2017

Medicine Hat News The 15th annual Medicine Hat antiques and collectibles show and sale will run this weekend at the Cypress Centre alongside the 10th annual gun and hobby show and sale. More than 300 tables and booths will be set up, with vendors from all western provinces showing their wares. Doors are open Saturday ... Read More »

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All Psyched Up: Take the stress out of learning

By Medicine Hat News on September 29th, 2017

When I travelled to California for my doctoral convocation I was surprised to be asked this question by the Registrar of the University. “How did you complete this program in only two years?” My reply was “I thought it was a two-year program.” He answered “It is but nobody has finished in two years even ... Read More »

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Viva Vitality: You can be a wellness hero

By Medicine Hat News on September 29th, 2017

Fall can be a really busy time, as we get back in the groove of things. It’s time to get back into routine and refocus on the things that are important to us. It can be really hard to fit it all in. I know for me, work gets very busy in the fall. The ... Read More »

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Seniors News and Views for October

By Medicine Hat News on September 25th, 2017

Strathcona Centre will be closed Oct. 9 for Thanksgiving. Enjoy your holiday! The Victoria Show Victoria is a play combining dance, theatre and video. It succeeds in being both touching and hilarious — a rare feat! Dulcinea Langfelder plays Victoria, a sensual and funny woman who gets by on the small triumphs of everyday life. ... Read More »

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Genealogical society hosting open house

By Medicine Hat News on September 25th, 2017

Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat & District Genealogical Society is opening its doors to the public this weekend. The group is hosting an open house from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday at its office at 974 13th St. S.W. A notice from the society says searching out one’s unique heritage is one of the fastest-growing ... Read More »

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Clubs Calendar Sept. 25-Oct. 1

By Medicine Hat News on September 25th, 2017

MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »

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Praxis: Shrunken heads for Halloween

By Medicine Hat News on September 23rd, 2017

I do not know about you, but I have a TON of apples in my backyard. It is hard to believe the trees produced so much fruit with so little water. We experienced a major drought at our house and water was scarce as we have to rely on spring runoff. All of that aside, ... Read More »

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Buds and Blooms: Plant lots of bulbs for a spring thrill

By Medicine Hat News on September 23rd, 2017

Are you getting out to the garden to keep the colours alive? Keep pruning and your plants will continue to perform for you. My favourite fall colour comes from the boldness of my zinnias. The show of roses is continuing because they like these cool nights we are having. Continue deadheading. I have noticed the ... Read More »

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Rhino’s Ramblings: Heading back west

By Medicine Hat News on September 23rd, 2017

With school nicely underway there was a time just a few years back when my daughter would run home and tell me about new friends she had just met. Invariably many of them were new immigrants and refugees but there were also plenty of returnees from Alberta — those born in Saskatchewan but in order ... Read More »

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Trail ride raises funds for Children’s Wish of Alberta

By Medicine Hat News on September 23rd, 2017

Justin Seward Alberta News Group A horseback ride in the Cypress Hills Inter-provincial Park is a breathtaking experience that one should not pass up if the opportunity presents itself, but knowing you are taking a ride to help sick children’s dreams come true is every bit its weight of gold. The sixth annual Alberta Wish ... Read More »

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