Before it was annexed by Calgary in 1956, the community of Bowness was its own separate town. What was its original, unofficial name used by early settlers in the 1880s?

The Day I Found a Star from Long Ago

Can you imagine what Alyssa might say when she tells her kids this story??

I wasn't looking for anything special that day. Just playing at my Calgary playground, climbing on the rocks like I always do. But then I saw it—a dark shape in one of the big boulders, maybe five centimeters across.

Most people would walk right past, but I knew what it was. Fossil!

When I told Grandma and Grandpa, they called the Royal Tyrrell Museum.

Can you believe it?

They said a sea star could be 250 to 400 million years old! The experts said these fossils are super rare—only found in a few places on the whole planet.

They even cut the rock out with a diamond saw to take it to their museum. My find might go on display someday!

If you were Alyssa, what would you wonder... “when I'm grown up, will I remember this day?

Will I look back and think, "That little kid just made something amazing happen"?

I hope so.

Maybe being curious about dinosaurs helped her see what others missed.

Maybe someday other kids will come by and look too, because sometimes the biggest discoveries don't need expensive tools—they just need someone to pay a little attention. And ask some questions?

Did you see this story  by Global News Ken MacGillvray? How awesome is this   Photo from Global News

NW Calgary Paint with Rescue Kittens and Cats 

an exclusively cuddly and cute Paint with Kittens/Cats Session at Colour Cafe featuring Adoptable puuuuurfect cuties courtesy of Furball Force Animal Rescue 

Join us for an exclusively cuddly and cute Paint with Kittens/Cats Session at Colour Cafe featuring Adoptable puuuuurfect cuties courtesy of Furball Force Animal Rescue
An event to delight you, your family and friends
All ages welcome
Hurry, we are expecting this to sell out fast
Choose from a large variety of different pottery pieces to paint and take pics, pet and cozy up with the kittens/Cats.
Please note, all in attendance are required to purchase a ticket and to each paint a chosen pottery piece.
All sales are finalTickets : $15Only $15 + price of chosen pottery (paid the day of ranging from $40+) (NO SHARING)Ticket includes time with animals, studio time, paint colours, use of stencils, glazing, firing and of course warm, lovable, adorable fun.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : $15 + pottery

Only $15 + price of chosen pottery (paid the day of ranging from $40+) (NO SHARING)Ticket includes time with animals, studio time, paint colours, use of stencils, glazing, firing and of course warm, lovable, adorable fun

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Phone: 4032494386

Email: colorcafekensington@gmail.com

At the door: while tickets remain available

Date: Saturday June 27, 2026 | 1:15-3:15pm

Venue & Address

Colour Cafe Calgary, 1414 Kensington Rd NW, Calgary

Wheelchair accessible

Montgomery’s Chalk the Block is BACK! 🖍️
Join us for a vibrant day of art, community, and summer fun at the Chalk the Block Competition & Street Market!

Watch talented artists transform the streets into colorful masterpieces during our chalk art competition, and explore a lively street market filled with:
✨ Local vendors & unique finds
🍔 Delicious food trucks
🎶 Live music & entertainment
🎯 Games & activities for all ages
🍻 Beer garden & more!
Bring your friends, family, and creativity—there’s something for everyone!
Don’t miss one of Montgomery’s most exciting summer events. See you there!
Vendors – apply now! Email Kelliecarterevents@gmail.com for more info.

THANK YOU to our amazing sponsor, Leaf Filter

Who is it for?

All ages

HOW MUCH

Tickets : FREE

Free to attend

How to get tickets?

At the door: FREE

WHEN & WHERE

Date: Saturday June 27, 2026 | 1 PM – 7 PM

Art competition throughout the day alongside a market with local vendors. Beer garden, live stage.

Venue & Address

Montgomery BIA, 4628 Bowness Rd NW

Wheelchair accessible

Free Parking

NW Calgary - Dalhousie Farmers Market – Summer Weekly

A weekly local Alberta Approved Farmers Market featuring over 25 vendors, food trucks, live music, and more.

Vendors will have products ranging from Alberta grown vegetables and fruits, Okanagan fruits, breads, meats, baked goods, beers, microgreens, sauces, baking mixes, spirits, jewelry, perogies, pet treats, snack foods, soups, wines, pies, art, teas, canned goods, jams, coffee, honey, crochet, 3D toys, Hawaiian shirts and so much more.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : FREE

How to get tickets?

At the door: No ticket needed – FREE for everyone!

Date: June 11 to October 1, 2026

Every Thursday from 3:30pm – 7:30pm on the field behind the Dalhousie Community Association.

Venue & Address

Dalhousie Community Association, 5432 Dalhart Rd NW, Calgary, AB

Wheelchair accessible

"Bow Valley." It was later renamed Bowness in 1911 after developer John Hextall's estate in England.