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    Fashion show tonight at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church on the corner of 12th Street and 1st Avenue downtown!
A little bird told me that Lux is doing the clothing, so you won’t want to miss it!
Starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15 at the door.

    Fashion show tonight at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church on the corner of 12th Street and 1st Avenue downtown!

    A little bird told me that Lux is doing the clothing, so you won’t want to miss it!

    Starts at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15 at the door.

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    Only The Beginning

    Sounds like the Main Street program is off to a great start!! With so much genius behind this, it’s just going to keep getting better.

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    Casting Call!

    Prince Albert Downtown Improvement District Association (PADIDA) wants YOU to perform at the Downtown Street Fair on June 16th!!

    Put away the spoons and set down that hairbrush! Here’s your chance to let the city know what you’re made of. Call 763-1802 if you’re interested!

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    Good times at the Tourism Awareness Week BBQ!

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    I love Farmers Markets. Here are eight reasons why you should too: http://www.greenstudentu.com/our_world_today/8_reasons_to_support_farmers_markets.aspx. After you start shopping there, it really is tough to go back to the supermarket grind! The Prince Albert Farmers Market is currently underway in the parking lot at City Hall. What better way to kick off summer foodie season??

    Also, if you’re looking for something delicious and different to add to your dinner table, you can’t go wrong with fiddleheads. Think asparagus, but more earthy perhaps…and they’re adorable to look at! Check out the picture above that I snagged from Souleio Foods’ Facebook page, and then try out this delicious fiddlehead gratin recipe from Amy Jo Ehman’s blog: http://homefordinner.blogspot.ca/2012/05/fiddleheads-anyone.html. I know I can’t wait to try it!

    I hope everyone enjoys their May Long weekend!! I will be at the National Park on Monday and am so looking forward to it.

    Later days!

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    What a whirlwind weekend!!

    But a great time was had by all. In honour of Seussical, I’ll try to sum it up in a series of rhyming couplets.

    Home to Prince Albert, never fails to excite

    Celebrated Mom’s Day round one at Yellow Fender with a bite

    Of breakfast, or two, then it was coffee dates galore

    Catching up with friends is hardly a bore!

    Then browsed knick-knacks and treasures for a noble cause,

    A cause that will benefit many thousands of paws!

    Then took in a Seussical, which I liked most of all,

    because talent is talent, no matter how small! (of the size of the performers)

    More visits with friends from far and from near,

    as if no time had passed, as if they’d always been here,

    then Sunday I rose to celebrate Aunt and Mom

    the times that we share are so far from glum!

    Off to Melfort to celebrate dance,

    missing the days when I could gracefully prance!

    And there you have it, my weekend in brief,

    and now I unfortunately must turn over a new leaf,

    and focus on school, specifically, an essay,

    why, nothing has ever, ever been so depressing. (close enough)

    Remember to stop by the Tourism Centre on Wednesday for a BBQ, and if you’re looking for entertainment on Wednesday evening, the annual Search for the Stars performance is taking place at the E.A. Rawlinson Centre at 7:30 p.m. Visit http://www.earawlinsoncentre.ca/events.htm#May for more information and/or to by tickets.

    Happy Monday!

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    Mother Knows Best

    How are you going to cater to that special person in your life, who has basically given you everything without asking for anything in return? Whether you call them Mom or otherwise, they deserve to be reminded that what they do is not in vain! Here are some ideas to let that person know that you think the world of them, with the help of some of Prince Albert’s finest local businesses:

    1)Create a “coffee shop at home” package using supplies from some of our best local coffee shops. Get some in-house roasted coffee beans from Great Western Coffee Company, ginger snaps and/or florentines from Bison Cafe, and a artisan handmade coffee cup from Shenanigans! I’m sure a cheesecake bite or two from Dr. Java’s wouldn’t be remiss, either.

    2)If you aren’t a wizard in the kitchen, don’t fret! Treat Mom to an early lunch at Persia Bistro tomorrow, or a supper at Two by Dahlsjo. Or, prolong the celebration by getting a gift certificate for either restaurant that she can use in the future!

    3)If you’re up for the culinary challenge, prepare a meal to be taken to a picnic at Little Red! Bison burgers and saskatoon berry shortcakes give Mom a taste of the local and a night off from cooking.

    4)When it comes to flowers, you can’t really go wrong, and nor can you go wrong with your choice of flower shop! Prince Albert happens to have several excellent helpers for all your floral needs: Scentiments, Val’s, Burkitt’s Flowers, and Enchanted Florist all come to mind!

    5)And finally, for the sartorialist mother, a gift certificate from Calypso Bay Clothing on Central Avenue would no doubt be very appreciated!

    The days of the macaroni card may be long behind us kids, but we can still have fun treating Mom (and ourselves) to a taste of what home has to offer!

    Happy hunting, and remember that a hug and a heartfelt “I love you” goes a long way too.

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    Photos: Local designers show creations at Sask. Fashion Week

    Check out some of the gorgeous pieces showcased at Saskatchewan’s first Fashion Week! The show took place yesterday in downtown Regina, and I’m already excited for next year!

    Gotta love local :)

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    Puppy Love

    Who could say no to helping a face like this??

    I got this picture from the Prince Albert SPCA Facebook page, and Anna is just one of many adorable animals that has spent time in their facility. Though she has found a good home, there are always more animals that need your help.

    Beginning yesterday and going until tomorrow is the SPCA Paws of Hope Spring Garage Sale, and I hope everyone will find some time to stop by! It is taking place at the Exhibition Grounds’ Archie Anderson Pavilion and runs from 9 am-7 pm today and 9 am-5 pm tomorrow.

    Persia Bistro owner Jaklin MacGregor was on-site yesterday providing gyros to the hungry shoppers, and I sure hope she’s still there tomorrow!!

    All proceeds from this event go towards veterinary care for the animals that come to the SPCA, so put down those coupons and come see what you can find at Paws of Hope!

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    We’ll Eat You Up—We Love You So!

    One of my saddest days of late was when I received the news that Chef Jenni was closing her doors at the New Ground Cafe in Birch Hills. Every meal I had there was more magical than the one before, and each was an inspiration to aspiring chef me! Fortunately, it is still possible to partake in Jenni’s culinary genius through her very own food tour that is currently underway, and making its next stop on May 26th at the Hazeldell Community Hall across the river in Prince Albert. The three-course meal is a celebration of spring and spring flavours, and you can also enjoy outdoor yoga, a concert from folk artist Zachary Lucky, and beautiful art by Michelle McFarlen! Cost is $50 per person and you can reserve your spot by email or phone, at newground@sasktel.net or (306)749-2529.

    As well, next Wednesday is a BBQ at the Tourism Centre to celebrate Tourism Awareness Week and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee! Click here for all the info. Forgo packing a lunch that day and come hang out at the Tourism Centre! It’s bound to be more interesting than your cubicle.

    One more reminder—follow me on Twitter! @FaceofPA

    Later Days

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