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When I typically think of medieval literature, I think of stale material revolving around staid characters in a bland pastoral setting.

If you could nail a characteristic that separates average musicians from true artists, it's that the latter never rest on their laurels. They're always building and experimenting even if it means a dud every once in a while.

The sexiest and most sensual festival of the capital region is nearly upon us. The 33rd annual Cariwest Caribbean Arts Festival starts Friday and it's time to join in, let loose and have a blast. "We don't want it to be just a party.

Through The Paint features abstract paintings by Cathy Bible, Miles Constable, and Janet Sutanto. Until Sat., Sept. 2. Also, Peg McPherson has work in the Corridor Gallery. Until Monday. 25 Sir Winston Churchill Ave., St. Albert; 780-460-5990; www.

A serious boating accident has become a wake up call for one young St. Albert man, who is now the focus of a crowdfunding campaign. Jeff Lovasz was wake surfing behind a boat three weeks ago at Jack Fish Lake, west of Stony Plain.

The Saint City Rotary Club wants you to come play golf and then go to China with them. Thankfully, it's not all on the same day. The club's ninth annual Charity Golf Classic is next Thursday at Sandpiper.

The Sturgeon County Bounty Culinary Cookout may be one of the smaller food festivals in the region, but it lays claim to having one of the biggest parking lots.

A new K-Days Talent Show winner has been crowned – St. Albert country-pop singer Hailey Benedict, 14. The win came as a surprise to Benedict who had participated in the talent competition three times previously, but struck out at finals.

The 42nd annual Edmonton Servus Heritage Festival promises something never before seen – a floating mini island pavilion.

There will be a lot of happy dippers come Tuesday when the Grosvenor Outdoor Pool celebrates its 50th anniversary. The city is dropping the price of admission to about what it cost in 1967. For $1.50 people can join in the party at St.