Every city has a scene – some are bigger, some are badder but all a reflection of what that city/town/rural meet up is. Lethbridge, typically thought of as a conservative town, has an incredible “scene.” From Endangered Ape to The Turncoats; The Darby and Joan Club to the Chief Mountain and the White Guy; we have got it all. There is an interesting dynamic here in Lethbridge. We have a ton of musical artists, many who play in several bands, some who play in almost all. A changing face almost every month, projects and sub-projects appear and disappear. There are a few people who really drive it, you can usually tell who these people are in any city. Certain distinguishing marks set these go getter’s out.
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The Lethbridge Connection
There’s something unique about this city, and it’s not just the aroma of 2nd Avenue North. You may not immediately notice it, but it seems that everyone here knows one another. At least, in some manner.
Ch-ch-ch-changes…semi-final today at the U of L
Tonight at 4PM I will be moderating the semi-final round of the Changing the World: Student Speakers Challenge. There have been six student speakers so far and of those six three speakers will be presenting again today to be narrowed down to two who will compete against each other in the final.
These student speakers have presented on what they believe can be done to change the world, these presentations have been created by the student themselves and have been done so out of class time. In this time of great change, the world as a whole is looking to bend the status quo and find solutions for the myriad of issues we have presented before us. Education, economic hardships, over consumption and technological evolution all play into our day to day lives now and with a constant barrage of negative messaging being thrown at us we look to those who present something positive.
An incredible opportunity to hear what plans are in store for the future, as these are the minds that will go on to shape our world and hopefully change it for the better. Come out tonight to Ballroom A in the Students’ Union Building at 4PM to hear Jeff Henry, Trish Silk and Joanna Waszkiewicz present on changing the world, what it means to them.
Sunday shots
I’m aware it’s Tuesday, but after a Sunday like that I needed to recover a little. After my original plans fell through, I met up with my friends Rod and Peter for a couple of beers.
Keeping up with the Cuthberts
Jonny’s note: Jenn Prosser, both a student and active community member, is the newest contributor to Lethbian Love.
Lethbridge is a mash up of students and townies. It’s a little like “The Outsiders,” only less hair grease and more church (and I have yet to meet Pony Boy). Students, who make up 12% of the population, are gently tolerated by the rest of city and exist in their own little worlds. Shy and retiring, they live in small clumps, preferring to breed amongst each other. Although they don’t avoid interaction with the “townies,” they do have an annoying habit of assuming everyone under the age of 25 is one of their own.
Berkeley Place, residence buildings and most low-income housing heave with this segment of the Lethbridge population. Rarely venturing outside their invisible boundaries, they prefer to find sustenance in the form of $5 pizzas and Duke wings, and take for granted the endless opportunity for activity at their fingertips.
Sunday shots
So what if it’s Tuesday! A man’s gotta sleep through a day or two once in a while.
On Sunday, Jenn and I went for a walk downtown. The weather was beautiful and she insisted I bring my camera.
Old Style Pilsner: The Pride of Lethbridge
In Lethbridge, when we’re not mining for coal or wrestling bears, we’re usually drinking an ice-cold Pil. First brewed in Lethbridge in 1926, Old Style Pilsner is a beer that has remained strong in Western Canada since its inception.
Being half Czech, beer has played an important part of my life. In fact, it’s the national drink of the Czech Republic, much like wine is to France. And like wine, there are many varieties from different regions, each with their own recipe. “Pilsener” is a pale lager, developed in the 19th century in the Bohemian city of Plzeň.
My earliest memories of Old Style Pilsner are when I was a youngster, drinking a stubby in my crib. Those were the days when soiling your pants was the norm, not the exception. So here’s the story of my favourite beer as I know it.
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What do you love about Lethbridge?
Yesterday, I implored my friends on Twitter and Facebook to answer this question. Here are some of the responses I received:
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Kim: I loved the the people, the scenery!!!, the college, the nightlife, the shopping, the warmth. |
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Karla: the city being surrounded by nature! Coulies! It being small enough to initiate some sort of change…am I dreaming? |
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Damian: THE WIND! (haha thought I would be the first person to make that terrible joke) I like how it has a smaller town feel but not being extremely boring like a smaller town. smaller town. |
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Conrad: The landscape. I love the coulees in the fall and summer. |
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Wendy: it is very easy and time-efficient to get from one side of town to the other. In fact, it doesn’t take much effort to get anywhere in town…easy peasy! |
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Kristine: dollar giant… and the thing I hate is the stench. smaller town. |
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Martin: friends and family that reside there. your work is cut out for you ruzek. |
My work certainly is cut out for me! I was hoping for more responses than just that, but it seems that apathy runs rampant. That or I don’t have any friends. Probably the latter, but your mom says I’m cool. And Kristine, I don’t smell THAT bad.
So what do you love about Lethbridge? Let it be heard!
TacoTime: A Lethbridge first
Yes, it may come as a surprise to many of you that Lethbridge was the location for Canada’s first TacoTime! Unfortunately, it came as a surprise to me today to find out that TacoTime is an also American brand.
Regardless, in 1978 the first TacoTime was opened on Mayor Magrath Drive, in the location currently occupied by The Front Row Pub. Heralding back to my youth, I can recall a time when my father, sister and I ate there. He and I both had a “Super Soft Taco” that was the size of a premature infant. I tore into mine and dad, who’s blind as a bat, accidentally picked up a real baby from the patrons sitting next to us! Good thing for hot sauce.
I know many of you don’t consider TacoTime to be “authentic” Mexican cuisine, but I challenge you to find any other restaurant that serves escamoles in their burritos!
Hello Lethbridge!
Welcome to Lethbian Love, a blog that covers the events, lifestyle and culture of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. And whatever else I find interesting.
I started this blog because, for all intents and purposes, I have lived in Lethbridge my entire life. While this place isn’t anything special, and sometimes it’s downright boring (gaining it the reputation of Deathbridge), I want to discover and share things from my hometown, to see if it’s truly lovable.
Why Lethbian?
Well, it’s a term that applies to people native to or residing in Lethbridge.
And where the hell is this “Lethbridge?”
Good thing you asked:
So, fellow Lethbians, I invite you to join this community! If you have any ideas or things to share (good or bad), comment or email us.