Brooks: Calgary International Film Festival kicks off on the red carpet
When one thinks of film festivals, names the likes of Raindance, San Francisco, Melbourne, Berlin, Sundance, Toronto and Venice spring to mind. But Calgary? Yes dear readers, Calgary does have a film...
View ArticleBrooks: Shane Homes celebrates its 40th anniversary
Cal Wenzel, and his then partner Barry Basillie, founded Shane Homes in 1979, named after Wenzel's son. Those early years were a hands-on experience for the partners, who rolled up their sleeves to...
View ArticleWings of Hope Luncheon inspiring indeed
Life is often unfair. Cruel in fact. Imagine being told you have breast cancer. And then imagine you are not gainfully employed and do not have health-care benefits. What if your nest egg barely covers...
View ArticleLady Lougheed's Literary Luncheon showcases women writers and raises funds...
Calgary's first-and longest running book club, The Calgary Women's Literary Club, was created in 1906 thanks to the vision of Annie Davidson. Davidson invited women readers to her 13th Avenue parlour a...
View ArticleBrooks: Never give up apt motto for Wood's Homes gala
The 22nd anniversary of Wood’s Homes’ Never Give Up Gala, held Sept. 28 at the Hyatt Regency, brought the crowd to its feet — not only for the evening speaker, but for the generous contributors to the...
View ArticleBrooks: The Beat Goes On Gala raises $700k for heart health
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer globally for both men and women. The good news is that the innovative research, education and health care being done at the Libin Cardiovascular Institute of...
View ArticleBrooks: Heritage Park Shindig perfect event to end summer
A glorious late summer's eve proved the perfect backdrop for the 31st annual Shindig fundraiser in support of Heritage Park. More than 400 guests donned their finest western wear for the fun fete Sept....
View ArticleBrooks: Brookline celebrates 15th anniversary in style
Celebration was the order of the evening Oct. 1 as scores of guests gathered at Bridgette Bar for the 15th anniversary of Brookline Public Relations. Read More
View ArticleBrooks: Top 7 Over 70 awards salute trailblazers
As Jim Grey eloquently put it, "turning 65 isn't a time to retire. It's a time to rewire and refire! And, it's led us to embrace a new motto: 80 is the new 65!" Read More
View ArticleBrooks: Seinfeld headlines 20th anniversary of Owen Hart Foundation
The Owen Hart Foundation (OHF) celebrated its 20th anniversary with a presentation of iconic comedian Jerry Seinfeld who performed two shows at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Oct 18. Seinfeld...
View ArticleBrooks: Glenbow wows with fall exhibits
Your faithful social scribe was kept busier than usual Oct. 19 popping back and forth between two events. Thankfully, they were within metres of each other. Read More
View ArticleBrooks: Cocktails for Critters benefits our "furever" friends
Scores of guests gathered at the Telus Convention Centre Oct. 19 to attend the 19th annual Calgary Humane Society's Cocktails for Critters. Mere metres away, a select group of guests attended the tony...
View ArticleBrooks: Canadian Museum for Human Rights spreads message of respectful dialogue
Invited guests enjoyed Ann McCaig’s renowned hospitality and warmth on Sept. 23 at an event to support the Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. McCaig is a member of the Friends board and...
View ArticleBrooks: Monsters and Martinis grants kids wishes
It was 27 years ago that Dave Stinton attended a conference in Vancouver featuring a presentation from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Stinton was understandably moved hearing about the foundation's wishes...
View ArticleBrooks: Splash of Red Gala helps vulnerable youth
For 80 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary has helped young people dream of possibilities beyond their own four walls. Over and above its traditional club programming, the clubs address youth...
View ArticleBrooks: Distinguished Policy Fellow Awards Dinner
The Distinguished Policy Fellowships are awarded annually to leaders in public policy research, education, development, implementation or advocacy. Read More
View ArticleBrooks: Rozsa Awards celebrate excellence in arts management
The Rozsa Foundation celebrated the 16th Annual Rozsa Awards Oct. 28 at the Jack Singer Concert Hall Lobby. The event celebrates excellence in arts management and board leadership across Alberta. The...
View ArticleBrooks: Business leaders inducted into Hall of Fame
The who's who in Calgary's business community gathered at the Hyatt Regency Oct. 24 to honour four individuals inducted into the Alberta Business Hall of Fame. The JA Southern Alberta hosted event...
View ArticleBrooks: A hot time had by all at Caliente
Willow Park Wines & Spirits 26th Charity Wine Auction on Nov. 2 was a feast for the senses. Entitled Caliente, the fab fundraiser featured premium wines, handcrafted cocktails from renowned...
View ArticleBrooks: Unbuttoned helps build a legacy
He is, beyond question, one of the nicest guys this social scribe has the pleasure of knowing. My history with Jim Button goes back decades. Whether the Big Rock Eddies or the Nut Ale fundraiser, to...
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