My Style YQL featuring Meghan MacWhirter, revisited
In ~2010, our fashionista friend Joanne (Edit Shoppe) spotted a young girl with a flair for fashion. We thought it was time to catch up with Meghan MacWhirter.
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Q&A with Eric Dyck
Over the years, I’ve seen the artwork of illustrator Eric Dyck spread itself around Lethbridge more fierce than the 2017 coulee fire. His style of art and humour is well-known in Lethbridge, and I wanted to introduce Eric to those who haven’t yet heard of Slaughterhouse Slough. Let’s get to know Eric.
Nishikaze 2014
Dear fellow Otaku, It has come to my attention that Nishikaze, meaning "west wind," is once again upon us. Yes, Lethbridge's very own anime and Japanese culture con is happening on Saturday, June 28 at the University of Lethbridge. Expect nosebleeds this time, because there will be a maid café! Not to mention a cosplay competition…I'm betting on …
Slaughterhouse Slough
I stumbled upon this weekly webcomic by Illustrator Eric Dyck. Heh, this sums Lethbridge up: Slaughterhouse Slough JonnyI’m a webslinger located in Lethbridge, AB. I love all things nerdy, like cartoons and videogames, and am also a bit of a foodie. When I travel, I always keep my eyes out for hot springs and great …
When it snows, the ticks come indoors…
Here's a big, fat NOPE that I found on Reddit, which actually turned out to be an installation by Lethbridge artist Kindra Shaw. Still, no thanks! JonnyI’m a webslinger located in Lethbridge, AB. I love all things nerdy, like cartoons and videogames, and am also a bit of a foodie. When I travel, I always …
Lethbridge in spotlight: Craig Ferguson on growing for Lethbridge
He's the host of CBS' The Late Late Show and he's literally coming to Lethbridge. Our little city is getting a mention, along with a few chuckles on air: Just For Laughs is thrilled to announce that Scottish comedian and festival favorite Craig Ferguson will be hitting select Canadian cities this fall with his witty and hilarious stand up performance aptly …
Sugoi! Japan Film Festival comes to The Movie Mill
Now that Word on the Street and Arts Days are finally over, here comes some real culture. The Consulate General of Japan in Calgary and the Japan Foundation present the 2013 JAPAN FILM FESTIVAL in Lethbridge, featuring 2 contemporary Japanese films at the Movie Mill on October 19th. Both shows are in Japanese with English …
Free Comic Book Day is TODAY
Yo, it's Free Comic Book Day, so head over to your local comic book shoppe! There may or may not be a cute girl cosplaying at Showcase Comics. I have yet to see this, but will ensure to give my best hoverhand if my mom will let me go. JonnyI’m a webslinger located in Lethbridge, …
I finally discovered what “CASA” means!
"Creating Arts in Southern Alberta" – Who wants to bet they thought of this after the backlash? Anyway, the grand opening for the new arts centre is from May 14-18. JonnyI’m a webslinger located in Lethbridge, AB. I love all things nerdy, like cartoons and videogames, and am also a bit of a foodie. When …
“Date Night”
My "buddy" Shawnis Maximus made a film short of what could essentially be considered a documentary of my dating life: JonnyI’m a webslinger located in Lethbridge, AB. I love all things nerdy, like cartoons and videogames, and am also a bit of a foodie. When I travel, I always keep my eyes out for hot springs …
Getting to know Lethbridge, just a bit more
I've met quite a few people whose first impressions of Lethbridge were from Lethbian Love. Some even because good friends. If you're moving to Lethbridge, a student coming to college or university, or just a tourist passing through, chances are you want to soak up as much information about the city and surrounding areas as possible. …
“East blown west,” or “Lethbridge’s anime festival returns!”
Nishikaze, Lethbridge's anime convention, is back for 2013 after a brief hiatus. Coming June 15: Nishikaze is an annual convention held in Lethbridge, Alberta at the University of Lethbridge. Nishikaze is striving to become the premiere anime and Japanese pop culture in event in southwestern Alberta, bringing together anime fans to celebrate the best in Japanese culture …
Galt Museum brings us “Nerd Fest”
From March 21-23, The Galt Museum & Archives is holding "Nerd Fest," featuring all sorts of comic book, gaming, trivia, space geekery…and even socialization (with possible dancing/touching)! Nerd Fest kicks off with the history of comic books, followed by a 2-day workshop with leading comic book artist Scott McCloud, a pop culture movie trivia night, and …
Forest Wave
Here's another great photo by Lethbridge photographer Danny Ponomar, which is about to grace my wall at home. JonnyI’m a webslinger located in Lethbridge, AB. I love all things nerdy, like cartoons and videogames, and am also a bit of a foodie. When I travel, I always keep my eyes out for hot springs and …
Movember events around the city
Here's a round-up of the Movember events (that I've come across) happening in the city. Also, don't forget that there's still a few days left to enter my Movember Moustache Mitten contest, as well as a chance to win a pair of Gala Parté tickets. — LCSA's Cowboy Cabaret fundraiser this Friday The Lethbridge College …
3x8x10 Contemporary Art Raffle happening this Friday at the SAAG
I came across this ditty today: Please join us for our annual fundraiser this November 30, 2012. Tickets are $35, or 3 for $90. Every ticket is a winner! The way it works… Purchase a ticket through one of our board members via email to info@trapdoorarc.com. Every ticket will guarantee you a single work. Each …