By Rob VogtWith school out for the summer, the Claresholm Public Library is offering a program to encourage students to keep on reading in July and August.The summer reading program runs from July 3 to Aug. 21 at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday mornings.The theme this year is “To the stars”, and children of any age are welcome to come out and … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Municipal District of Willow Creek has approved a request from the Lethbridge Street Wheelers Car Club to hold a drag race on the de-commissioned runway at the Claresholm airport in September.At its May 22 meeting, M.D. council heard from Raiden Higa and Lauren Vander Woude from the car club making the request.Higa said they would like to … Read more…
By Rob VogtLive theatre will take the stage at the Claresholm Community Centre next week as SUCH Drama presents “Whispers at the Manor”.Performances are May 22 through May 24 at 7 p.m., with performances at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on May 25.The musical was written by local writer Annalisa Harrison who is also the production’s stage manager.She describes “Whispers at … Read more…
By Rob VogtSome times ideas come from the strangest places.A good example is how Elizabeth Trofimenkoff (née Pedersen) came up with the idea for her debut novel “A Kiss of the Siren’s Song”.The Claresholm native wrote the fantasy-romance story after a conversation with a friend.Trofimenkoff was chatting with her friend after she sent her some videos, and suggested her friend … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm Community Centre will come alive with a day and evening of exciting activities and events as the 2024 Winterfest takes place this weekend.“It’s going to be so fun this year,” said Megan McClung, engagement coordinator for the Town of Claresholm.The action takes place at the community centre on Saturday, March 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 … Read more…
By Rob VogtDo you have a talent you want to show the community? Do you want to help raise money for two great causes?You will have your chance on Saturday, Feb. 24, when Casa Roma Cares hosts “Claresholm’s Talent” Competition.In addition to the competition, the night will feature Stavely singing sensation Mariya Stokes.People of all ages and talents are welcome … Read more…