Calgary Citizen Newsletter Tuesday April 16

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Good morning !

EDITOR‘S NOTE: Due to some tech issues, today’s newsletter didn’t send this morning but here it is now! Sorry for the delay.

OK - I know we live in a winter city but seriously - AGAIN? I think I can speak for most of us when I say we’ve had enough of the snow and winter weather! A nice weekend has led us to this winter blast that even prompted Environment Canada issue a special weather statement for heavy snowfall warnings. Drive safe out there!

Krista Sylvester, Managing Editor

👀 In today's edition:

• Cradle of Hope offers hope

• Stroll city's oldest park

• Check out these fun activities

Today’s read time: Approx 4 minutes

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WORTH KNOWING

🌧️ Today: High 2C, Low -4C. See the 7-day forecast.

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

Hope’s Cradle set to offer anonymity as a safe infant surrender sight

Calgary’s first-ever safe-surrender box is now open outside of the Children’s Cottage in the city’s northwest in Montgomery not far from where a newborn was left in a dumpster seven years ago. The newly opened Child and Family Centre will be home to the surrender site that gives parents a safe spot to surrender their children

As CTV reports, facility officials say they were impacted by the death of the infant and “wanted to do something that would provide an alternative for parents if they were in desperate situations."

According to the Calgary Herald, Hope’s Cradle is a legal, safe-surrender option, meaning women who give up their baby do not face any criminal charges, provided there’s no abuse of the child, she said. The cradle is an anonymous drop-off site where an infant can be left in a heated, secured bed, signalling a silent alarm which informs staff.

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Need to know

💰️ Major rent increases in the city are causing serious challenges for renters.

🏦 A city councillor refutes conflict of interest allegations over blanket rezoning event.

🏞️ Take a stroll through the city’s oldest surviving park.

🪟 Bullet holes could be seen in the window of a home after someone with a gun fired multiple shots at the residence.

⚖️ Man facing terrorism charges attempts to have the case thrown out.

🚓 Pro-Palestine protesters escorted out of downtown after allegedly vandalizing a bookstore.

🪧 Former New Zealand, Finland prime ministers visiting Calgary in October for energy summit.

👮‍♂️ Man charged with assault after police say woman attacked at a dog park.

💸 Major rent increases in the city are causing serious challenges for renters.

🔥 One person was taken to hospital following a house explosion in northeast Calgary.

Have you heard about the history of Engine #23? Bring the family and have some fun

Are you bored or want to try something new? We just wanted to remind you about a few cool places you need to visit this spring to get a taste of what the city has to offer when it comes to fun and activities. Without further ado, here are some great spots to check out.

With over 1,000 games to choose from, there's something for everyone at Kensington‘s Hexagon Board Game Cafe. They also have food and coffee so there’s no time of day you can;t visit to have it all.

Maybe you want to test your physical prowess at one of the city’s five Calgary Climbing Centre locations. You can do this activity alone, with friends or the whole family. Check out the day pass to enjoy the gym once or sign up for a variety of programs.

The northeast’s monster-themed mini-golf chain features a glow-in-the-dark indoor course plus arcade games and a DJ - need we say more? Monster Mini Golf is fun for everyone.

Bring the kids to visit Engine 23’s new home at the Fish Creek Library as it hosts its opening celebration on Saturday. The decommissioned fire truck with a rich history will serve as an interactive and educational experience for children meant to encourage reading and provide fun.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Brewery & the Beast: Tickets are now on sale for this popular food festival featuring food from Barbarella Bar, Lonely Mouth, Major Tom, Orchard, and more. The event isn’t until Aug. 25 but it is sure to sell out so don’t wait too long!

🍴 Made with Love Banff Food and Cocktail Festival: This popular food festival is just a few days away It’s almost time to head to Banff to celebrate all things food and drink from April 19 to May 4. Better book your hotels!

Have a food or drink suggestion? Message us and we might share it!

Local specials

💸  United Floors is celebrating its 49th anniversary with incredible deals on top flooring brands and styles from April 20.

💸 The Station Pub & Grill A staple in Riverbend that offers customers free billiards and happy hour specials from 2-5pm Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday.

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Things to do

🎟️ Mid Century Show and Sale Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association is hosting a VintageChicDream’s sale that features 40 booths offering art, furniture, and more from the 60’s-80’s. On Saturday from 10am-4pm for $3 Admission.

🎟️ Tasty, Low Salt Cooking May 1 - Learn how to cook delicious dips and sauces with less salt in this FREE virtual cooking demo with registered dietitians from the South Health Campus Wellness Kitchen. Recipes included!*

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