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Genres of Literature – Fables
Originally posted on Mandy Eve-Barnett's Blog for Readers & Writers:
A Fable is a story about supernatural or extraordinary people usually in the form of narration that demonstrates a useful truth. In Fables, animals often speak as humans that are legendary…
Posted in Writing
Tagged Aesop, culture, fables, genres, George Orwell, Hans Christian Anderson, kids, literary genres, magic, morals, Ockleberries to the Rescue, story, talking animals, traditions
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Heritage Festival in the Rain
Our annual tradition of attending the Heritage Festival at Hawrelak Park on the August long weekend was no wash-out in spite of the rain. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but going to the festival in the rain turned out … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Life
Tagged #Canada150, #YegHeritageFest, culture, dance, family time, food, Hawrelak Park, Heritage Festival, music
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Experiencing Edmonton
Several months ago, I wrote Harbinger of Winter Does Not Stop Festival, showcasing Edmonton, Alberta–Canada’s Festival City, known for its culture and history. Edmonton is North America’s most northern major city. It offers all the conveniences and events of urban … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Music/Art, Outdoors/Travel
Tagged arts, Beyond the Precipice, culture, eclectic, festivals, food, nature, night life, outdoors, parks, tourism, urban, YouTube video
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Words in the Park 2016
Words in the Park, part of a three-day Alberta Culture Days event, took place on a rainy Saturday, October 1st at the Sherwood Park Community Centre AGORA in Sherwood Park, Alberta (near Edmonton). It was hosted by The Writers Foundation … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Writing
Tagged Aboriginal, African drums, artisans, author event, books, creativity, culture, Dream Write Publishing, entertainment, Fancy Dance, inspiration, music, workshops
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Another Road Trip in Alberta
Originally posted on Mandy Eve-Barnett's Blog for Readers & Writers:
We are taking advantage of another long weekend and traveling west to Wildwood, then stopping over in Drayton Valley. Then an early start to take in the sights via…
Posted in Outdoors/Travel, Photo Post
Tagged Alberta, arts, British Columbia, creativity, culture, friendship, lakes, mountains, road trip, scenic views, Travel, wildlife, writing inspiration
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Harbinger of Winter Does Not Stop Festival City
Yellow leaves appearing as early as August 14 are the harbinger of winter, when close to six months of moonscape erase the concept of colour from one’s memory. The view from Groat Bridge was of black trees on white ground … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Outdoors/Travel
Tagged art, Beyond the Precipice, culture, Edmonton, family, festivals, museums, music, recreation, symphony, theater, theatre, winter weather
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