For years lottery homes have been a common way for certain charitable organizations to raise a large amount of funds. My wife and I enjoy checking out these lottery homes, seeing the different designs, construction techniques, materials and debating what we like/dislike about a particular home. We often buy tickets on them. In the past couple of years, as our children are … [Read more...] about An alternative for Edmonton lottery homes
Edmonton
Pints & Politics: Debating name changes in Alberta
The other night I went out to Pints and Politics at Brewster’s Pub in Edmonton, a gathering of people interested in talking about politics. It was pretty good. I had the opportunity to meet a few MLAs (Dave Taylor – Alberta Party, Kent Hehr – Liberal Party, and Jonathan Denis – Conservative Party) and chat with people from those parties as well. I was surprised I didn’t meet … [Read more...] about Pints & Politics: Debating name changes in Alberta
Pondering photography
Lately I’ve been getting back to writing more often and getting out and taking photos, both things I love to do. Admittedly, it’s partially due to my participation in Empire Avenue, a kind of social media stock investing community/game. The more active you are, the higher your stock value will get. There’s nothing wrong with having a little motivation. Sometimes we forget … [Read more...] about Pondering photography
Art Gallery of Alberta grand opening – sneak peek
I was one of a group of lucky Edmonton bloggers to get a sneak peek at the new Art Gallery of Alberta building in downtown Edmonton. The new AGA building is set to officially open on January 31, 2010. I've heard that some people aren't so fond of the design of the place, from the outside, but I actually don't mind it. It's certainly not the style of building I'm used to … [Read more...] about Art Gallery of Alberta grand opening – sneak peek
Edmonton snow clearing & budget rant
Edmonton had its first major dump of snow. Winter is upon us! And, of course, many are complaining about the state of the roads. You know what? They have good reason to complain. Yes, I know, Edmonton is a big city and it’s a big job. Tell me something I didn’t know. What I do know is that I grew up in a place that got a hell of a lot more snow than Edmonton and it was dealt … [Read more...] about Edmonton snow clearing & budget rant