Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday June 22

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Thursday, June 22 | ⛅️️ High 20C, Low 6C | 7-day forecast

Good morning, there!

Yesterday Calgarians across the city celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day! However, the celebrations aren’t over as there are more events taking place as we continue to celebrate National Indigenous History Month. On Saturday, Aboriginal Awareness Week Calgary hosts a Family Day Festival. You can also join the Calgary Public Library on June 29 for a Dreamcatcher Making Workshop. Lastly, you can head over to Heritage Park for daily educational programs taking place throughout the rest of the month!

👀 In today's edition:

• Teen amputee hits the ice

• Woman tracks down missing phone

• Milkshakes to bring to the yard

Today’s read time: Approx. 4 minutes

WORTH KNOWING

🌧️ Today: High 8C, Low 5C. See the 7-day forecast.

🚗 Driving today? Check the current traffic situation, and find the City’s traffic report and road closures.

⚠️ Here’s the current smoke forecast / check Calgary wildfire and fire restrictions and the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard.

One-armed wonder: Calgary teen overcomes physical limitations to play hockey thanks to CHAMP program

Who says you need two arms to play hockey? Sixteen-year-old Gavin Wishlow has not let being born a left-arm amputee stop him from staying active. Wishlow has shown remarkable resilience and determination to overcome his physical limitations and has not allowed his condition to hinder his progress in life.

Get by with a little help from friends: Six months ago, with the help of the War Amps CHAMP program, Wishlow was fitted with a special device that allows him to hold onto a hockey stick.

Encouraging words: Wishlow hopes that other young amputees do not let these barriers define them.

We spoke with Wishlow about his experience with the War Amps Child Amputee program and how his new device allows him to play hockey.

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Need to know

📱 A Calgary woman used Find My iPhone to track down a man suspected of stealing the device from a restaurant server station. (City News)

💣 A Calgary man who allegedly posted a bomb-making TikTok video is accused of contributing to or facilitating terrorist activity for al-Qaeda and ISIS. (CTV)

🪳 Calgary’s Abyssinia Restaurant was ordered to close by AHS after an infestation of cockroaches was found in the kitchen. (Global News)

🚓 Three Calgary youths were taken into custody after allegedly firing an “unknown projectile” at bystanders. (Calgary Herald)

✈️ Passengers are concerned over the price of travel as WestJet’s takeover of Sunwing and Swoop will leave fewer discount airlines. (CBC)

🏠 Calgary house construction is unable to meet the demand as the number of single-family detached home starts dropped by 16%. (Globe and Mail)

🎵 For the next three months enjoy an incredible lineup of performers and live musicians plus 18 outdoor movies at during Summer on 17th.

🏈 Stampeders have been named the fourth most affordable CFL game at an estimated $46.75 game day experience.

🎤 Selling fast, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is coming to Calgary from Aug 25 to 27 so be sure to grab tickets to see acts including Nick Offerman, Jonathan Van Ness, and Andrew Schulz.

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THE CALGARY GUIDE

It’s the perfect weather to devour these delish milkshakes

Milkshakes are the OG treat that we've all been enjoying for generations. As the weather starts to heat up, milkshakes become even more tempting because they're a cool and indulgent way to beat the heat. Plus, they're so customizable that anyone can find their perfect match, whether you're a classic vanilla or chocolate lover or someone who likes to get a little wild with unique flavours. They're a balanced blend of creamy goodness and sugary sweetness that will have you sipping and smiling in no time. So go ahead and indulge, whether you're pairing your shake with a burger and fries or just sipping on it solo.

Here are five Calgary milkshake joints for you to indulge in this summer.

THROWBACK THURSDAY

One of two historic plaques embedded in the sidewalk on 10th St. NW in Hillhurst. The plaques were placed to identify the site of the former St. John’s Catholic Church, destroyed by fire in 2002.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Strip Joint Chicken: Tease your tastebuds with flavours like Hot Cheetah, Pickle Tickle, Hotty Honey, and more at this chicken strip spot!

🍴 Bubble Tea Brewers: Experience unique bubble tea flavours at this new shop that opened in Calgary’s Glamorgan neighbourhood!

Local specials

💸 Tokyo Street Market: For a limited time indulge in $5 ramen bowls at Tokyo Street Market Macleod in honour of its five-year anniversary!

💸 Kinjo Sushi & Grill: Try Kinjo’s new Japanese fried chicken at $1 per piece or try the Kinjo chicken burger for $1.75!

💸 Comedy Cave: Every Monday with the purchase of one regular-priced ticket get the second for free!

🗓 Things to do

Thursday

• Decor Upcycling Workshop: Join interior decorator Sarah Kirkpatrick for this decor upcycling workshop at Unshelf Design and Boutique on June 22.

• An Evening with Mary Graham: Chat with this local author about Alberta in movies from 1917 to 1960. After the discussion, there will be a screening of the 1925 film The Calgary Stampede at Taylor Family Digital Library on June 22.

Friday

• The Soul Rebels and Cimafunk: For the final presentation of this year's season at Arts Commons Presents, Afro-Cuban funk will meet New Orleans jazz at the Jack Singer Concert Hall on June 23.

• YYC Block Party: Calgary's largest road mural and only outdoor roller rink is back! To celebrate 15 years of PARK, the YYC Block Party will feature 15 Canadian creatives and will launch on June 23.

Saturday

• Painting at ParkPark: Elevate your artistry during these two-hour, outdoor, guided painting sessions for adults. There will also be an art market set up and all will take place at 880 11 St. SE on June 24.

• Feelin’ Good with Cool Choir: An evening of well-loved rock pop hits and original songs, the voices of Cool Choir are hitting the stage of the Jubilee Auditorium on June 24.

Sunday

• Rodney’s Oyster Fest: Join Rodney’s Oyster House for their fourth annual oyster fest which will feature a shucking competition. Proceeds will go toward The Mustard Seed and will take place on June 25.

• OneWorld Festival: Celebrate Calgary’s diverse cultures in a one-day pop-up festival by GlobalFest at the Trico LivingWell green space on June 25.

Monday

• Malaya Art Exhibit: Stop in before it closes! The Malaya Art Exhibit features five Filipino-Canadian artists at the Philippine Consulate General from now until June 30.

• Name that Tune: Join Trivia Daddy for some musical trivia by playing Name that Tune at Cabin Brewing Company on June 26.

That’s it! Thanks for reading. If you have a hot story tip you want to share, feel free to reply back anytime.

We’ll see you back here on Thursday, same time, same place 🫡

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