Calgary Citizen Newsletter Tuesday Nov. 12

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The YYC Noodle Festival is underway and there are 14 noodle vendors showcasing more than 20 noodle dishes, so noodle lovers should definitely check it out! The organizers have also partnered with the Calgary Selfie Museum and instead of serving hot noodle soup, they have a creative noodle-themed installation at the museum for people to take selfies. Have fun!

👀 In today's edition:

• A look at Remembrance Day in YYC

• More local concerns about Trump

• Do not miss out on these donuts

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Calgarians honour those who have fallen on Remembrance Day

With eight public Remembrance Day events to choose from Monday, thousands of Calgarians paid their respects to the Canadian veterans who sacrificed their lives. Take a look at the various stories from the important day.

As CTV reported, the Hangar Flight Museum service was attended by an estimated 1,000 people and included speeches from several political dignitaries and past members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

As Global News reported, veteran mental health was highlighted on Remembrance Day: ‘It’s hard to say I’m not OK’.

As City News reported, dozens of veterans saved from homelessness – some at the last minute with help.

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Need to know

👮 Calgary restaurant manager recounts violent confrontation, blames surge in crime, drugs.

🪖 Ukrainians in Calgary feeling uneasy about what President-elect Donald Trump victory means for ongoing war.

🏍️ ‘We’ll continue to ride for him’: Calgary motorcycle community pays tribute to fallen member.

⚽️ Calgary's Cavalry FC dethrones Hamilton's Forge FC for 1st-ever Canadian Premier League title.

🚌 New FlixBus route opens between Calgary and Lake Louise.

🚓 Three rushed to hospital after multi-vehicle crash on Calgary’s Stoney Trail.

🧑‍⚕️ Nursing students focus on Indigenous health in new University of Calgary course.

🏈 Music will be centrepiece of celebrations as Calgary chosen to host 2026 Grey Cup.

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Are you ready for this jelly? Check out these 8 Calgary donut shops

As Homer Simpson would say, “Mmm donuts!” There’s just something about these little rings of fried dough dipped, topped, and/or glazed with extra deliciousness. Donuts are also just as yummy in miniature form, filled, or as a fritter. Here are eight spots serving up some of the best donuts that Calgary has to offer.

Doughnut Party: This newer spot opened in Inglewood and there's a reason it's already so popular. And you can even create your own custom doughnut letter box.

Beebop: These decadent donuts are handmade fresh every day at the downtown shop. Try the Dawn, which is Beebop’s signature donut with purple yam dough and glaze.

Fantasy Donuts and Pretzels: Stop into Crossroads Market or Avenida Food Hall to try one of these delicious offerings. The salted caramel comes highly recommended.

Glazed and Dazed: Follow this yummy home-based business on social media to find out what weekly flavours are on offer. Customers rave about the apple fritters.

Hoopla Donuts: This wildly popular spot has nine Calgary locations to get your donut fix. There are seasonal offerings and staple flavours including coconut mango and churro.

Jelly Modern: With three locations, this is always a donut fan favourite. There are hand-dipped and hand-filled options including cookies and cream and peanut butter cup.

Sweet Caroline’s: Located in Auburn Bay, this home-based business bakes up fresh donuts that are as sweet as the name suggests. Try the glazed or cinnamon sugar.

Sweet Rice: Specializing in mochi donuts, this gluten-free dessert and snack shop in Manchester Industrial makes everything out of rice.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 Marda Loop Brewing: There’s excitement almost every day at this Marda Loop spot with wing nights, taco nights, dog-friendly patios, and live music nights.

🍴 Milpa: This Beltline restaurant and cocktail bar is led by Top Chef competitor chef Elia Herrera and boasts striking turquoise arches and serves creative dishes as well as tasty cocktails.

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

Things to do

🎟️ Contemporary Calgary’s In a Strange Place: This immersive video installation by Calgary-based neurodivergent, interdisciplinary artist duo Mia Rushton and Eric Moschopedis runs until Feb. 9.

🎟️ StoryBook Theatre’s Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: Each performer has donated over 300 hours to bring this story to life from Nov. 22 to Nov. 29 at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre.

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