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by Scott Hayes I’ve always enjoyed Frank van Veen’s playful and explorative approach to his art. Now, I get to enjoy his wordplay too.

There are some movies about adult entertainers that try miserably to wrap a story around them and do a miserable job of it. Showgirls is probably the best example of this. It’s also the worst movie ever.

What’s red and white and mostly invisible to the naked eye? Trick question. I should have asked ‘Who’ is red and white.

Considering that Coriolanus, Shakespeare’s second last play is rarely staged, there’s a good deal about Jim Guedo’s production for Freewill Shakespeare Festival that is still relevant today.

Food, oh divine food. Could you wish for anything more deliciously abundant? Well, how about a festival that showcases every aspect of the food process from production to preparation to the shared pleasure in savouring a tasty feast.

Category E, a dystopian exploration about using humans as lab rats, took home five trophies from the 28th Sterling Awards held on June 22 at Mayfield Dinner Theatre.

Summer is a great opportunity for casual entertaining and every host enjoys throwing something new onto the banquet table. Taking classes to learn the tricks of the trade can make the difference between serving an ordinary meal and an inspired blowout.

Canada Day is just around the corner and it is the official hallmark of a great Alberta tradition – barbecuing.

The best way to start the day is with a full breakfast. Canada Day is no exception.

Book fans are going to see stars for this fall’s STARFest, especially with Thursday’s announcement that the headliner is none other than celebrated Canadian astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield.