Ok, I LOVE the cupcake shot.. esp because the cupcake is reflected in the glass nob of the cake dome.
Please enjoy my perspective of one of of the fastest growing urban areas this side of China.
For more information please visit http://www.connect2edmonton.ca
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Food! Glorious food!
Ok, I LOVE the cupcake shot.. esp because the cupcake is reflected in the glass nob of the cake dome.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Icon II
Market Day
I like this photo bacase it's actualy the back of the sign. The City Market portion reads correctly but the other portion of the sign is bakwards and reveresed. It should read Market Day.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Is it Christmas?
Despite the economic slow down Building continues in Edmonton. Planning and rezoning has not stopped. Edmonton metro is estimated to almost double it's population in 30-40 years. This has created a huge push for developement.
This building is wrapped in a tarp because any cement work done during times of lower temps must be kept at a min temp in rder to set right. I eagerly await to see whats under there!
Friday, May 8, 2009
The Wheels on the bus...
OK this is the end of my little transit series. Due to the economic condition of the World, and because the gov't is trowing around money like mad trying to "keep things going" another extension of the LRT has now been funded. You would think that our city would be excited, but like most political issues their are many unhappy people.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
LRT Service Vehicle
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Monday, May 4, 2009
Edmonton Rapid LRT
Edmonton City has a population of 750,000 but another 250,000 plus live just outside the city limits. To add to that Edmonton is expected to grow by 400,000 people over the next 30 odd years. LRT is becoming a major issue. Edmonton was the first city in Canada with a LRT line. It was started for the Commonwealth Games. Due to recesion in the 80's and then lack of prov gov't intrest funding for expansion in Edmonton stopped. That all changed a few years ago, these pictures are from the opening of the new South Extension. An anouncement was also just made that has provided funding for a North East expansion. our North West Leg is past the planning stage and now just needs Finacial commitment.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
My Future Husband
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Jasper Ave Rejuvination
Text taken from a City of Edmonton report.
The purpose of this project is to develop a vision to re-establish Jasper Avenue as the main street of Edmonton, making it a place all Edmontonians can be proud of as well as a symbol of the vitality of the downtown and Edmonton as a whole.Jasper Avenue is Edmonton’s main street. However over the decades, Jasper Avenue lost much of its vibrancy and role as Edmonton’s premiere shopping street. Developments in the 70s, 80s, and 90s replaced much of the pre-war, historic fabric responsible for the distinctive character and sense of place of the street. The charm of Jasper Avenue as a premiere shopping street also diminished through the development of new shopping complexes within and outside of downtown.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Banff Upper Hot Springs
FROM WIKI-Upper Hot Springs are commercially-developed hot springs located in Banff National Park in Canada, near the Banff townsite. The hot pool is outdoors and while in the pool, visitors can look across the valley to Mount Rundle.
The Upper Hot Springs are one of nine different naturally occurring hot springs in the Banff area. The hot spring water flows naturally through the Sulphur Mountain Thrust Fault, with the source area located at higher elevations on either Sulphur Mountain or Mount Rundle. The flow rates fluctuate seasonally with snow melt, with highest flows in the spring and lowest during winter. Since the early 2000s, flow to the Upper Hot Springs has stopped for several months of the winter. During these times, municipal water is substituted for the recreational pools.[1] Water temperature is kept at approximately 38°C (100°F).
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Banff Springs Hotel
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is a former railway hotel constructed in Scottish Baronial style, located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. The hotel, designed by architect Bruce Price,[1] was built between spring of 1887 and 1888 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, at the instigation of its President, William Cornelius Van Horne. The hotel was publicly opened on June 1, 1888[2] and rebuilt in the 1920s after a fire.
Under the stewardship of its current owner, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, the hotel has recently had an extensive renovation which, however, has not changed its original grandeur. A significant feature of the change has been the addition of a world class spa. An original construction flaw, the siting of the entrance and lobby on the river side, has also been corrected in this renovation. (The architect is said to have declared "you built my hotel backwards!")
The hotel is within a spectacular setting in the Rocky Mountains, just above the Bow Falls, close to thermal springs. It is within walking distance of the resort community of Banff. The main view from the hotel is across the valley and towards Mount Rundle, frequently cited in geology books for its exposed and tilted ancient seabeds.
The original wooden hotel burnt down in 1926, and was rebuilt larger and in its current form in 1928. In 1968, the hotel was winterized and has been open year-round since.[3] Some have compared its past operating schedule to the fictional Overlook Hotel from Stephen King's book The Shining in that, like the Overlook Hotel, it was quite large and grand, located in a remote wilderness area prone to impressive snowfall every winter, and only open in spring through autumn months.
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is one of the premier resort hotels of the world. The golf course in the river valley is also noted worldwide.
Halfway up the internal staircase closest to the Bow Falls may be found a noted painting of William Davidson felling trees on the Miramichi River in colonial times. Davidson was the first European settler in that area, and grew up in Moray, close to Banff, Scotland
Friday, April 24, 2009
Chateau Lake Louise
The hotel was first conceived by the railway at the end of the 19th century, as a vacation destination to lure moneyed travellers into taking trains and heading West. By the time airplanes and automobiles had displaced the trains, it had gained sufficient renown to have a life of its own. The Canadian Pacific Railway long ago sold it to other interests.
From the start, the goal was to exploit the stunning natural beauty of the emerald-green lake and of Victoria glacier which rose above it. There were many hiking and canoeing itineraries for nature lovers. Eventually, all the natural areas around the hotel were incorporated into the Banff National Park. This park has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Originally built to function only in summer, the hotel was winterized in 1982 and now offers all of the regular ski resort fare during the winter months. In addition to the usual skiing, ice skating and snowboarding, there are sleigh rides, ice sculpture contests and snowshoe excursions.

Thursday, April 23, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Lake Louise
Monday, April 20, 2009
Link
Link is the other addition to my life.
I love the light that comes in from my round south facing window. In a perfect world my umbrella and sandals woulds not be in the shot, but i find they add something.
Link is grey and white. The pictures looked HORRID in colour, but they look fantastic in black and white.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Spring Cleanup
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
104 Street
104 St is located in the heart of the warehouse district. In the late 90's it was 4 blocks of vacant buildings except for a gay night club at one end and the Cecil hotel at the other. The Cecil was later shut down to health code reasons so that tells you what kind of place it was.
Today the street is full of funky shops and is home to the DT farmers market in the warmer months. Condos have sprung up in the form of lofts and high rises.
This shot looks North up the street along side the Revlon building.
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Paul Kane Park - The Story
The story of the park's namesake - Paul Kane was born Sept 3, 1810, in County Cork Ireland and came to Canada with his family when they settled in the village of York. He attended the York District Grammar School and later was apprenticed to a furniture maker. As a young man he became interested in painting and in 1830, enrolled as a mature student in Upper Canada College, where he studied under the drawing master T. Drury. I in time he became a professional portrait painter. From 1836 to 1845 he roamed USA and Europe, earning enough to live on by painting portraits.
After this he returned to Canada to accomplish his dream of “devoting whatever talents an proficiency I possess to the painting of a series of pictures illustrative of the North America Indians and scenery.” The resulting paintings of Canada’s original inhabitants, over 400 of which are in The Royal Ontario Museum, have made him justly famous.
-Although Paul Kane lived in Toronto he spent a large amount of time out West and his name is attached to public spaces across Canada . My favorite just might be Paul Kane Skateboard Park in Sherwood Park ;-) -
Have a great Tuesday.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Little Frozen Apples
The news has reported multiple Coyote sightings. They often live in the river valley system and come up into the neighboring communities to scour for food.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Paul Kane Park
I very much enjoy how the crisp blue caused by the overcast conditions contrasts with that of the very warm but harsh lighting that is given off by a standard outside the picture boarders.
This picture looked very good in black and white, but the contrast was lost and so I have elected to leave it in colour.
Enjoy.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
First Snow Fall
Friday, October 24, 2008
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Earls
I am starting to shoot some of my favorite haunts.
Earls is only a few blocks from my house so it's a quick and easy place to get a meal. I have been going to earls since I was a teenager. The chain has gone from great food at very affordable prices to good food at slightly above average prices.
The restaurants are all being redone in that ultra modern fashion that is so vogue today, and the parrot that you see was at one time a major symbol of the earls chain.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Fall in Parkland
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
The End of Jasper
Monday, September 22, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Friday, September 19, 2008
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Punchbowl Falls
On the road leading up to the hot springs you pass by these falls. The path to view the falls does extend much beyond the bridge that you see. So In order to get the shots you see I had to go mountain climbing AND LET ME TELL YOU! Balancing not dropping your camera, scaling a hillside and trying not to get your new Diesel jeans dirty is hard for a city slicker.
The 15 year old boy inside me is also fully aware that these falls also resemble the female sex organs. Which does absolutely nothing for me personally, but there is still a certain giggle factor.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
The New Site
I took these photos a little late in the day as you can see the sun had already set in the valley. It made for two very contrasting levels.
The new site has 4 pools, 2 unheated fresh water pools and the other two are hot spring feed.
There is a poolside cafe and the same family has help run this site for 3 generations now.
The water comes out of the mountain at 54 degrees Celsius and is cooled to 40 C or 104 F.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Old Hot Springs
The Bathhouse had a spa and massage services. It's second story viewing area had would have had an amazing view.
The pool was not large enough to meet demand so It was filled in and the bathhouse was razed. The foundation of the structure remains as it houses a large part of the hot spring collection network that feeds the new site today.
Monday, September 15, 2008
I'm Back and With a Picture of Me to Boot
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Sorry Guys,
I have been tied up at work. I am also going on a much needed vacation.
Posts will continue Sept 15
Monday, August 25, 2008
Ptincess Theatre
Friday, August 22, 2008
Sorry Guys
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Street Performers
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Posters and Playbills
The Fringe is all about soliciting people. These boards are the only place casts and crews can post their posters. You will also run into performer after performer handing out fliers and playbills.
I met a very nice musician from the UK in the beer tents, went and saw Te Be Arthur's (Look in the blog archive) and ran into some old theater friends.
Monday, August 18, 2008
The Fringe
From the fringe website;
“Doing the Fringe” or “Fringing” means being adventurous and taking a chance. Over 260 producers are taking a chance on being selected for the festival’s 100 available lottery placements. Fringe Festivals are your opportunity to experience bizarre and outrageous uncensored live theatre. There is no good OR bad…just raw human creativity needing to be expressed AND experienced. Sure there are the reviews, but you are not going to let a theatre critic tell you what to see…are you?? Its summer…Be Adventurous!
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Orange County Bicycle
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Capoeira Dancers
The folowing is taken from wiki:
Capoeira (IPA: [ka.pu.ˈej.ɾɐ],Tupi-Guarani word for - clear area) is a blend of martial art, game, and dance that originated in Brazil, from the regions known as Bahia, Pernambuco, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo. The art form originated in Brazil during the 16th century, a result of the slave trading that took place in conjunction with the previously enslaved native Indians. Capoeira was created and developed by slaves brought from Africa. Participants form a roda (circle) and take turns playing instruments, singing, and sparring in pairs in the center of the circle. The game is marked by fluid acrobatic play, feints, and extensive use of groundwork, as well as sweeps, kicks, and headbutts. Less frequently-used techniques include elbow-strikes, slaps, punches, and body-throws.
Friday, August 15, 2008
The End of Cariwest
Have You Figured Out I'm Gay Yet?
Visible minorities accounted for 17.1% of Edmonton’s total population in 2006, up from 14.6% in 2001. This was the fifth highest proportion among Canada’s census metropolitan areas. Reaching 175,295 in 2006, Edmonton’s visible minority population grew by 29.1% between 2001 and 2006, almost three times faster than the 10.6% growth rate for the overall population of Edmonton.Chinese comprised the largest visible minority group in Edmonton, representing 4.6% of Edmonton’s total population, and 26.9% of the CMA’s visible minority population. South Asian was the second largest visible minority group in Edmonton, representing 3.9% of Edmonton’s total population, and 22.9% of its visible minority population.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Cariwest
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Monday, August 11, 2008
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Cariwest
Saturday, August 9, 2008
A Quiet Moment
Friday, August 8, 2008
Thai Beauty
OK it's o8.o8.o8 and the Olympics have started. My personal belief is the IOC made an inappropriate choice.
This young lady and her friend put on a fantastic traditional Thai dance performance.
This weekend is the Cariwest Fest. I will have pictures of all the great Caribbean costumes that are created for the parade. Snap ya later ;-)
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Kids Kids and Kids
Edmonton's population boom is also the result of a small "Baby Boom"
Almost all the festivals this summer are supersizing their kid and family areas. Heritage days was no exception.
Alberta has the highest birth rate in North America and we have one of the youngest Urban populations with the average age sitting somewhere in the 30's
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Mango on a Stick
The Following is taken from the events website
Come Join The Fun!
Servus Heritage Festival 2008 marks the 33rd annual of this premier three-day showcase of Canada's vibrant multicultural heritage. We will feature over 60 pavilions representing over seventy-five cultures from all over the world. Sample culinary delicacies, see creative performances, shop for crafts, artwork, and clothing, or chat with people eager to tell you a little about their cultural roots and their present-day communities in Canada.Click here for Heritage Festival hours and details.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Sit and Stay
Monday, August 4, 2008
No School Today
My house backs onto a schoolyard. It was once a regular catholic school, but now it's used by a private instiution. The only interesting elements are a couple of art deco features on the front of the building AND the old Boy's and Girl's entrances.
This Girl has the day off as it is the Civic Holiday.
The history of the "Civic" Holiday.
In 1869 Toronto City Council came up with the idea for a summer "day of recreation." In 1875, it was settled: the first Monday in August would be the official Civic Holiday. That name stuck as other cities followed Toronto's leisure-loving example and proclaimed this a municipal (rather than provincial) holiday.
Civic Holiday is the most widely used name for a public holiday celebrated in parts of Canada on the first Monday in August.
The holiday is known by a variety of names in different provinces and municipalities, including British Columbia Day in British Columbia, New Brunswick Day in New Brunswick, and Saskatchewan Day in Saskatchewan. It is also an official statutory holiday in Nunavut and Northwest Territories, where it is simply known as "Civic Holiday".
In Alberta, Heritage Day is an "optional" civil holiday. The first Monday in August is celebrated as Natal Day in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, but is not an official provincial holiday.
It is celebrated as a municipal holiday as Simcoe Day in Toronto, and Colonel By Day in Ottawa, Joseph Brant Day in Burlington, Founders' Day in Brantford, McLaughlin Day in Oshawa, Alexander Mackenzie Day in Sarnia, James Cockburn Day in Cobourg, and John Galt Day in Guelph. Although this is a day off work for many, including employees of federal and many municipal governments, the provincial government has not defined this day as a provincial statutory holiday and is not mentioned in either Ontario's Employment Standards Act or Retail Business Holidays Act.
Discovery Day is celebrated in Yukon on the third Monday in August.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Busy as a Bee
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Friday, August 1, 2008
BMX, Inner City Style
Thursday, July 31, 2008
RIP Steph
Edmonton has released it's census. Since 2005 the city of Edmonton has grown by 40,000 people, or another way to look at it is, On average 30-40 people move to Edmonton on a daily basis.
Our metro population is now somewhere in the 1.1 million range.
Today that number is one less as a good friend has passed away after a long struggle with a rare virus. We thought he was out of the woods but a relapse occurred Friday of last week. He was started on morphine for pain management and slipped away in his sleep surrounded by loved ones.
Today will be a tough day.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Saint. Joe's - The Pulpit
Monday, July 28, 2008
Saint. Joe's Continued
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Sacred Place #6 St. Joseph's Basillica
I am not catholic and I know very little about this church. I CAN tell you that this is where Wayne Gretzky was married.
The following is taken from wiki;
St. Joseph's Cathedral Basilica is a minor basilica in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The basilica, located just west of the downtown core is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton and is one of the largest churches in Edmonton. It is the only basilica in Alberta.
Of architectural note are the 60 stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and the New Testaments and from the church's connection to St. Albert.
For almost three decades the basilica was known as the church without locks. It was open 24 hours providing a sacred space for worship and quiet prayers while its pews gave refuge to the tired bodies of homeless people. However, in the early 1980s, the church without locks had to close at night. The number of people attending perpetual adoration declined while on the morning of Feb. 28, 1980 an arsonist set the altar and crucifix on fire, causing smoke and water damage to the whole building. It was the darkest hour in its history. To remove soot and smell, all the stones inside the church had to be scrubbed. Its prized possession, the Casavant Brothers organ, was sent to Quebec for cleaning and repairs. Clean up and repair costs reached $250,000.
It also had its share of fame when parishioners shrugged off the controversy and international publicity surrounding the wedding of hockey superstar Wayne Gretzky to actress Janet Jones, both non-Catholics. About a hundred people objected to the ceremony being held at the basilica but many more applauded the Church's openness.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Canada Place
Friday, July 25, 2008
Batman, The Dark Night. Opening Scene Loction.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
West Edmonton Mall - Dragon
West Edmonton Mall is a testing ground for marketing ideas. In the late 90's movie theaters tried to make themselves destinations by adding things like lounges and entertainment features. And thus our dragon was born. Every half an hour or so this guy comes to life. The lights dim, dramatic music plays and people stare.
We all sit around and comment how cheesy the stupid thing is, yet we can't help but watch ;-P
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
West Edmonton Mall - Rollercoaster
I have waited as long as I could to post a pic of the famed West Edmonton Mall. This mall is HUGE, one of the biggest in the world and for years THE BIGGEST.
Most Edmontonions hate it. In my opinion the place is a dump. the censor police have to stop me here or else I may get charged with slander.
There are a few cool things about this mall. One being The apple store, The Sanrio store and the roller coaster.
Again this coaster is/was the largest indoor roller coaster in the world. It was made famous when early in it's life one of the trains flew off the track and killed several people. As a child I remember this monster sitting there unused as YEARS of tests were done.
It is a very fun ride, but is often overlooked by roller coaster fans. The initial drop is extremely steep and is almost straight down. I can ride this coaster over and over again!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Sacred Place #5 My Desk
If you think about this it makes sense. The majority of my day is spent at the office. I have a small shrine on my meeting table with a Buddha and a small fountain. My office is also dotted with art pieces like this fun guy.
I also sit for a large part of the day saying "Holy" words to my computer!
Have a great Tuesday guys!
Monday, July 21, 2008
More Parade
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Capital Ex Parade
Capital Ex is here. The 10 day event kicks off with a parade. Over that span there are concerts and various other live shows. There is also a Midway. I will be heading down to the grounds next weekend, so I will share more pictures then.
Here is a selection from the Capital Ex website.
Edmonton’s biggest summer celebration runs from July 17 -26
More value, more smiles, more entertainment and more shopping! There’s more of everything at Edmonton’s biggest summer celebration, Capital EX, running from July 17-26.
“Well Edmonton, get ready for our city’s biggest summer celebration to date,” said Laura Gadowsky, Northlands Director Responsible for Capital EX. “The 2008 edition of Capital EX is set to kick off with the biggest names in entertainment, incredible thrills, unforgettable family fun, and amazing shopping experiences creating an exceptional 10-day experience.”
Announcing its Canadian debut during Capital EX is Cirque Mechanics Birdhouse Factory presented by Mosaik MasterCard BMO Bank of Montreal. Imagined by veterans of the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil, the show occurs in a factory where the workers are acrobats and the machines are circus props. This world-class event takes flight for two shows each day in Hall D and is included in the $10 gate admission.
Take flight for an amazing family adventure with The Spirit of the Butterfly. The overwhelmingly popular butterfly exhibit is five times larger featuring 25,000 exotic butterflies including the World's Largest Butterfly; just imagine a butterfly the size of your hand!
Top off your summer experience with some of the hottest, big-name talent around at Ed Fest presented by Coca-Cola and Molson Canadian. It's 10-days of high energy outdoor fun for people of all ages. And it’s absolutely free with your Capital EX gate admission. The 2008 line-up includes Hedley with Rides Again (July 17), Collective Soul (July 18), Raine Maida with Joel Plaskett (July 20), Jully Black with Kreesha Turner (July 21), Joan Jett and the Blackhearts (July 22), The Sam Roberts Band (July 23), Doc Walker (July 24), The Trews (July 25), and Metric with Bedouin Soundclash (July 26). Or get full of ‘Corner Gas’ with an evening of priceless laughter with Brent Butt (July 19).
Sip! is just what the doctor ordered. Wind-down after work in Hall A at Sip! the wine and food experience at Capital EX. Celebrating delicious food, wine, beer and spirits, you can take a break from the mini-donuts and experience a gourmet alternative to traditional fair food.
Discover a feast for your eyes with Northwest Originals, a visual arts experience featuring remarkable treasures from across western Canada. Showcasing local young artists, Northwest Originals is pleased to display short-listed student art from the Heart 2 Art contest. Led by the City of Edmonton Youth Council, Heart 2 Art seeks to raise awareness and understanding of homelessness issues through visual art.
Midway fanatics can get their ticket-to-ride and check out the new Double Shock ride from Italy with a $35 ride-all-day (RAD) pass from any MAC’s Convenience store or Ticketmaster locations. Families can also head to the grounds with the advance Family Pass for $60, offering four gate admissions plus 80 multi-use midway coupons.
Racing along side Capital EX is three days of wild with the Rexall Edmonton Indy from July 24 to 26, 2008. Get ready to see the biggest names in car racing including Danica Patrick, Marco Andretti, and Helio Castroneves put on the show at the only Canadian stop on the IndyCar Series calendar. Gate admission into Capital EX is included with every Indy 3-day pass purchase.
Some of the fiercest athletes head to Rexall Place during Capital EX. Elite mixed martial art fighters from around the world face-off July 19 in King of the Cage. With hand-to-hand battles of skill and art, it’s like no sport you’ve ever seen. Professional Bull Riding takes over July 24-26 where fans will see two and a half hours of full-throttle bull riding action - PBR style! Tickets purchased for Rexall events include gate admission into Capital EX.
Capital EX is Edmonton's biggest summer celebration providing something for everyone July 17 - 26, 2008.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Sacred Place #4 My Garden
I live for these lilies every year. The deep rich colour of them amazes me.
I dare you all to post a pic of your sacred spot.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Mud Puddle Magic
Mud Puddles must be magical because if they weren't kids would not spend so much time in them!
Sacred place number 3
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Christ Church
Christ Church is built in a very English Tudor style. Just blocks away from my house it offers a wonder spot to loose yourself in. I have cut and pasted a portion for the churches website below.
In 2002 the congregation decided that it was a "Time to Build". The church would be celebrating its 100th birthday in 2009 and the foundation and the roof were showing signs of age and we needed more space as a result of our continued growth.
Once the construction was completed, we were left with a Memorial Garden and a lawn that had more ruts and weeds in it than lawn. The congregation decided that since we were blessed with so much space around the church that we should develop an oasis in the middle of Oliver that could be enjoyed by the church members as well as the community as a whole. It was a "Time to Plant".
Three years have passed and the last piece of this phase of our development was completed in October 2005 - the Garden Pavilion. We now have a place that blends in with the other buildings on our property to store all of our garden tools.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Robertson-Wesley United Church
Robertson-Wesley United Church is a church located a short distance west of the downtown core of the city of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada in the neighbourhood of Oliver. In addition to being a place of worship, the church is also a popular venue for music events.
The current congregation was formed in 1971 when the congregations of Robertson United Church and Wesley United Church merged. The new congregation moved into the Robertson United Church building.
The church building is an example of High Victorian Gothic Revival architecture featuring a barrel vaulted ceiling, curved pews, and excellent acoustics.[1]
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
The People's Pedal
Monday, July 14, 2008
Communities In Bloom
On Sunday I was sitting in my house surfing City Daily Photo when a strange lady started taking pictures of my yard and then walked away leaving only a note in my mailbox and this little yellow sign.
Turns out I have been nominated for having one of the best yards in Edmonton.
I know it's a very 1950's housewife, state fair type of award but I am super excited! No one would know or suspect that this tattooed and pierced guy likes to get down and dirty ;-P
Sunday, July 13, 2008
I Spy with My Little Eye
Saturday, July 12, 2008
The Be Arthurs
I went to School with these three. It was a wonderful and unexpected meeting when I found out they were playing the festival. The Be Arthurs is the World's only ukulele cover band. http://youtube.com/thebearthurs . In the last photo from left to right is Bob Rasko, Ryan Parker and Sheldon Elter. You can also check them out on face book and myspace.
Thanks guys for a very fun show!
Friday, July 11, 2008
Magic Brian
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Super Belly
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
The Not so High Wire.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Human Statue
Monday, July 7, 2008
Men With Hats and Little Else
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Outside the trolley
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Friday, July 4, 2008
High Level Trolly
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Whitemud Equine Centre
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
What's in there?
This was the only part of the exhibit that had enough light to do anything! The entire exhibit was black except for some well placed spot lights. You could hear an old man recount some piece of dragon lore first in English and then again in french. It was very eerie and quiet well done. landing this show was a big to do. I am not sure if it's the size of the exhibit or the rarity of some of the artifacts, but in some way this is a stepping stone fro the RAM and Edmonton. This exhibit is running the same time as Body Worlds I , which is another step up for Edmonton. Body Worlds has been shown in many of the worlds great cities and now Edmonton is added to that.
Monday, June 30, 2008
Dragons
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Empress of Ireland
The Provincial Museum or RAM (Royal Alberta Museum), renamed in honour of a visit made by the Queen, has an exhibit on the Empress of Ireland. The ship was one of the CP cruiselines's finest vessels. In the water's of the Saint Laurence the ship went down in 14 minutes. She ran into another vessel and took 1012 people down with her. The sinking of this lady remains Canada's worst maritime disaster, and is considered one of the greatest shipwrecks of all time alongside the Titanic, Lusitania, etc.
This entry is dedicated to Paul, a very good friend and an even bigger steamship lover, who has made me write this post a number of times now for accuracy sake ;-P




