Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday May 4

Thursday, May 4 | ⛅️️ High 27C, Low 9C | 7-day forecast

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I’m Julie, a third-year journalism and digital media student at Mount Royal University. I’m thrilled to join the Calgary Citizen for the summer as the latest intern! Growing up in small-town Saskatchewan, I’ve always had a passion for community. When I first moved to Calgary I was overwhelmed, but I’ve learned that the local people and businesses can make you feel right at home. As part of the Citizen team, I’ll be able to report on news and events, highlighting the individuals who make Calgary great. In my free time, you can find me playing guitar, crocheting, or enjoying a bike ride around the city.

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👀 In today's edition:

• Uniting the community with dance

• Charges in a three-decade-old case

• Get sweaty with these boxing gyms

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COMMUNITY

Uniting the community through Indigenous culture and tradition this weekend

It’s designed to be a celebration of Indigenous culture and traditions. The first annual All My Relations Healing Pow Wow takes over the Bowness Community Association on Saturday, May 6. A partnership between Closer to Home Community Services, Simon House Recovery Centre, and Calgary Police Service, the pow wow has the collaborative goal of bringing all First Nations and families together to heal and connect.

What’s happening: There will be a traditional dance competition as well as Sorrel Rider (Siksika) as the Host Drum alongside other drum groups from Nakoda Nation (Stoney Nakoda), Pipestem Kreek (Tsuu Tina), and Blackfoot Confederacy (Treaty 7 Area).

Everyone is welcome: The event is being held at the Bowness Community Association on Saturday, May 6 from 5 until 10pm. Entry to the event is free, but organizers are asking for non-perishable food item donations. Food trucks and hot dogs will be available.

Read more about how this collaborative event came together.

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Need to know

👮 Police have laid charges against an Edmonton man for a series of sexual assaults that took place in Calgary in the mid-1980s. (CBC)

🏕️ Removal of residents living in a homeless encampment alongside Deerfoot Trail has started. (CTV)

🚽 Two busy downtown parks will soon have bathroom attendants in a new pilot project that kicks off next week.

🔥Three houses have been destroyed by a fire that broke out in the city’s southwest Wednesday.

☀️ Calgary’s air quality is expected to worsen as the city is experiencing “unusual” heat. (CityNews)

🎤 Alberta country singer Corb Lund wants to see a strong stance against coal mines leading up to the provincial election. (Global)

💸 The city’s Clean Energy Improvement Program is reopening in July allowing homeowners to apply for financing for clean energy renovations.

🎼 The Calgary Philharmonic unveiled its 2023/2024 season and Calgarians can expect a wide variety of concerts to celebrate its 60th season.

✈️ Flair Airlines announced a new base at Calgary International Airport as it added four new destinations departing from Calgary.

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THE CALGARY GUIDE

Get sweaty with these kickboxing workouts 

Get ready to kick your fitness routine up a notch with kickboxing. This high-energy workout is like a one-two punch for your body and mind. Not only does it improve your cardio and make you sweat like crazy, but it also helps you build strength, flexibility, and balance. Plus, who doesn't love the feeling of throwing a kick? We found five kickboxing gyms for you to kickstart your fitness journey.

Get the full list.

THROWBACK THURSDAY

The Parisian was a clothing store located at 106 - 8th Avenue SE, which later had a fire on the fourth floor in 1973. The Parisian was a respected formal wear boutique for more than 100 years in the city.

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