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There’s one word that you need to become familiar with before you arrive at the annual spring pottery sale tomorrow or over the weekend. Ikebana. It’s a beautiful word that refers to even more beautiful potted vessels for floral displays.

Once again, the Alberta media industry recognizes the talents of a young St. Albert actress for her outstanding achievement in the film industry.

Hot off their Juno win for Roots and Traditional Album of the year, The Bros. Landreth is kicking up a storm as a force to be reckoned with. Reviewers across the board are praising their Southern-style blues for its gorgeous harmonies and swagger.

It’s called the Blue Sunday Mass, but those who attend can certainly expect to see a sea of red serge as well. The annual event, now celebrating its tenth year in St. Albert, was started in Washington, D.C.

Trying to coax director John Hudson into revealing important plot points of Shadow Theatre’s latest mystery thriller is like trying to drink milk from a coconut without first drilling holes. It’s impossible.

Tony Soloway takes a deep breath and focuses on the two things he's most passionate about – flying and making music. His slow, easy smile lights up his face as the Air Canada pilot describes the freedom flying triggers.

There’s a standard groaner that old musicians never die. They just get played out. Well, the Edmonton Schoolboys’ Alumni Band, a mixed band of mature musicians, ignores the contemporary myth that only youth equals artistry.

Morinville's long-table feast If anything, Taste of Edmonton reinforced the belief that we love to eat. More and more foodies are searching for new experiences in outlying areas and they are popping up with regularity.

The final notes were played. The last voices have been quieted and the light switch was flipped off. St. Albert Rotary Music Festival came to a close Wednesday, April 22 and organizers are putting finishing touches on the crowning ceremony.

The Northern Alberta International Children’s Festival is one of the most successful in Canada – in large part due to the fun-loving, enthusiastic volunteers.