Alberta Ballet owes its success to myriad individuals. Whether artistic director Jean Grand-Maitre, who was recently inducted as a Member of the Order of Canada, or the scores of fans and patrons, the ballet would not be one of Canada's premier dance companies were it not for the aforementioned. Read More
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Brooks: Alberta Ballet benefits from new fund
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Container planting should wait just a few more days
For gardening nuts, this time of the year is akin to the Holy Grail. The coldest February since the Great Depression and a very dry spring could create some challenges as the season unfolds. Time will tell. Don’t let the proliferation of dandelions springing up be your signal to plant annuals in containers. It is still too early and savvy Calgary gardeners choose June 1 as the date to plant. Sure, pansies and other chill-tolerant annuals are hardy enough and will tolerate cooler evenings/mornings. But tender annuals the likes of begonias and impatiens are very sensitive to the cold and will punish you accordingly — read die — if you plant too early. Read More
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Brooks: George Brookman honoured at Magnificent Men Leadership Lunch
Tragically, one in six men have been sexually abused before the age of 18. The Canadian Centre for Male Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse (cc4ms) provides invaluable services to help shift the stigma so that men who need treatment may have the courage to disclose sooner. Survivors need to know it’s not their fault and there is a safe place for them to find hope, healing and happiness. Read More
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Brooks: Calgary Italian Sportsmen's Dinner features baseball great Johnny Bench
Surely one of the best 'guys nights' going is the Italian Sportsmen's Dinner Association annual bash. The dinner celebrates the best of everything Italian — from food and wine to culture and camaraderie. The event is not only a ton of fun, but philanthropic as well. In the past 57 years, the association has donated more than $2 million to various athletic, educational and cultural causes, including Inn From the Cold and the Global Italian Festival, to name but two. Further, the dinner honours three high school students of Italian descent who excel in both athletics and academics by awarding scholarships in the amounts of $5,000, $1,000 and $500. Read More
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Brooks: Barb Pelham honoured with inaugural Dr. Priscilla Wilson Memorial Award
Scores of guests gathered in Rolston Recital Hall at the Banff Centre on May 9 for the YWCA Banff-hosted Change Makers' fifth annual Bow Valley Women of Distinction Awards. The evening also featured the presentation of the inaugural Dr. Priscilla Wilson Memorial Award to longtime Banff resident Barb Pelham. Read More
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Brooks: That '70s Gala raises funds for Cystic Fibrosis research
Hundreds of guests gathered at the Hyatt Regency May 10 to support the 15th Annual Summit Foundation for Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Gala. That '70s Gala, as the fab fete was billed, featured gourmet buffet-style food stations; complimentary wine courtesy Santa Rita 120; the hugely popular Sobeys Candy Buffet; a '70s themed photo booth; dancing to DJ Flo; terrific live and silent auction items; games; guest gifts; and powerful addresses from keynote speakers Marten DevLieger — a 37-year-old living with CF, and Dr. Paul Kubes, director of the Snyder Institute for Chronic Disease. Read More
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Brooks: Crown Gala raises $300,000 for newly formed Alberta Dental Association
Now that's the way to launch a foundation! Several hundred members of the dental profession gathered at the Fairmont Palliser May 25 to attend the inaugural Crown Gala. The evening celebrated the accomplishments of Albertans who have made a profound impact on dentistry in the province. Further, the evening saw the launch of the new Alberta Dental Foundation. Its laudable mission is to support low-income Albertans by improving their access to oral care. That an impressive $300,000 was raised this night ensures the foundation is off to a great start. Read More
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Brooks: Children's Wish Foundation raises more than $1 million
The Alberta and Northwest Territories Chapter of Children’s Wish Foundation raised more than $1 million to grant the wishes of at least 100 deserving children at its sold-out Night of Wonders galas in Calgary May 23 and in Edmonton April 17. Read More
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Brooks: Chairman's Steakhouse VIP opening reception attended by who's who
Your faithful social scribe does not usually cover the opening of a restaurant. But when the restaurant is owned by a veritable who's who in the business community, coverage is warranted. Read More
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Brooks: Field of Fame honours great Calgarians
Our city and province are the envy of the world thanks to myriad individuals. And the perfect way to pay tribute to those who have contributed greatly is by honouring them in the Fields of Fame — groupings of architecturally designed steel columns placed at prominent locations throughout the city. Read More
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Brooks: AARC Miracle Gala indeed miraculous
The Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre creates miracles. Just ask the 618 graduate families who will tell you that their lives have been inexorably changed for the better thanks to AARC. Youth addiction is devastating, certainly for the addicted youth, but also for their families as well. Read More
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Brooks: Alberta Ballet benefits from new fund
Alberta Ballet owes its success to myriad individuals. Whether artistic director Jean Grand-Maitre, who was recently inducted as a Member of the Order of Canada, or the scores of fans and patrons, the ballet would not be one of Canada's premier dance companies were it not for the aforementioned. Read More
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Brooks: AARC Miracle Gala indeed miraculous
The Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre creates miracles. Just ask the 618 graduate families who will tell you that their lives have been inexorably changed for the better thanks to AARC. Youth addiction is devastating, certainly for the addicted youth, but also for their families as well. Read More
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Brooks: Alberta Ballet benefits from new fund
Alberta Ballet owes its success to myriad individuals. Whether artistic director Jean Grand-Maitre, who was recently inducted as a Member of the Order of Canada, or the scores of fans and patrons, the ballet would not be one of Canada's premier dance companies were it not for the aforementioned. Read More
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Brooks: Montreal style comes to Calgary at PARKSHOW 2019
For those who love fashion, PARKSHOW 2019, presented by Brightside, was just the ticket. The two evening event, held May 24 and 25 at 707 Fifth, was an immersive, cultural event attended by more than 1,000 guests. In celebration of its 11th year, PARK partnered with Export Quebec to bring Montreal style to Calgary, helping bridge the gap between the western and eastern fashion industries. Together, Export Quebec and PARK featured six of Quebec's top designers on the PARKSHOW runway as well as a series of pop-up shops featuring: Eliza Faulkner; Léonie Daignault-Leclerc of Gaia and Dubos; Iris Setlakwe; Judith Desjardins of BODYBAG by Jude; Andy Long Hoang and Tinashe Musara of WRKDEPT; and Marie-Eve Proulx of Odeyalo. Read More
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Brooks: Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre celebrates 20th anniversary
In April 1999, prostate cancer treatment, education, care and awareness in southern Alberta took a quantum leap forward. The opening of Calgary's Prostate Cancer Centre (PCC) created a one-stop shop whereby patients could access myriad resources in one place. Brainchild of urologist Dr. Bryan Donnelly, the centre was funded entirely with donor dollars. A dedicated board, headed up by Terry O'Callaghan and the centre's first executive director — Phyllis Kane — worked tirelessly stewarding the growth of the first-of-its-kind facility in the country. Read More
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Brooks: Sir Winston Churchill Society hosts annual banquet
The Sir Winston Churchill Society of Calgary celebrates the life of the great wartime British prime minister and nurtures public-speaking skills in students. Read More
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Brooks: McCaig's 80th birthday celebration one for the record books
There are not many people who would celebrate their 80th birthday in such style — all while giving back to the community. Actually, I can only think of one person. And that would be philanthropist, business person, community leader and dear friend Ann McCaig. That she had a health scare mere days before the fabulous fete is testament to her commitment and perseverance. The show must go on — and it most certainly did! How befitting that earlier in the day, McCaig was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Mount Royal University. There could not have been a better birthday present. Read More
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Brooks: Hull Services opens Mike's House
It was years in the making, but a new building for Mike’s House, Hull Services' Preadolescent Treatment Program, is a reality. The 10,900-sq.-ft. space officially opened its doors on June 5. Read More
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Plant material taking top honours in 2019
Not unlike the plethora of award shows and ceremonies honouring those who are tops in their field, the plant world has its winners. Read More
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