This past Saturday, I went to a Leeroy Stagger concert that was superb! He had the full band with them and they rocked The Slice.

Speaking of rock, we also saw Mammoth Cave Festival earlier this week, which had a full 12 hours of local and out-of-town talent shaking the rooftop of Henotic

And in other news, Jaime Vedres’ photo is still up for grabs on eBay. The bid is at $150, but it’s worth it if you got the dough.

Anyway, so some dude name Edmund Burke once said, “You can never plan the future by the past.” I hope that stays true as the city starts planning for the future of Lethbridge, leaving behind its dirty past in history books. Yeah.

• Food
• Bellies
• Diet
• Coffee
• Poo
• Exercise
• Celebrate

It all makes perfect sense.

With the ape flu running rampant, it’s only a matter of time that all sorts of bacteria come out of their winter hibernation and wreak havoc on Lethbridge. But Carli has got you covered. Might as well go out in style.

On a more boring, but important note, Lethbridge also held “visioning workshops” to gather public input on where Lethbridge should head in the next 40 years. In the session I attended, there were roughly 70 people, only 15% were below the age of 30. The majority of the people who were there won’t even be alive to see 2050! But earlier that day, I had the opportunity to have lunch with a couple of consultants who are involved in the “Plan Your City” initiative. They’re really keen on getting young people involved and even took their time to listen to little ‘ol me!

Try the bison steak sandwich at Henotic, by the way. So juicy and tender.

It was all about music and dance this week. The ultra-hot, all girl group (with two boys) band, The Myelin Sheaths, made their debut and I was there, throwing my undies and flowers at the stage. Yet another embarrassing moment caught on tape.

So it’s Easter, which means it’s socially acceptable to don my bunny costume in public, and get gooey. You know, with Creme Eggs. What were you thinking, I’d yiff that ape? Furry please.

“Wild Goose Jack,” as he was known, is the grandfather of Canada conservationism. He established sanctuaries and wildlife refuges across Canada, and lectured on habitat preservation among other things.

For this reason, National Wildlife Week (April 5 – 11, 2009) was established in his memory. This week is a tribute to the man who created public interest in wildlife and habitat conservation.

Established in 1947, National Wildlife Week is celebrated during the week that includes 10 April, the birth date of the late Jack Miner, one of the founders of Canada’s conservation movement.

Although Lethbridge is in a semi-arid climate, we have many plants and animals native to our area, none of which I can name right now because I have drank too much wine. But if you have an interest in knowing more, I highly recommend taking a few hours to explore the Birds of Prey Sanctuary or the Helen Schuler Nature Centre.

Being a furry, I’m more than willing to explore and embrace a special wild place. Too bad chimpanzees aren’t native to Southern Alberta. Regardless, meat is on the menu tonight. I’ve got a stomach for conservation.

National Wildlife Week

Speaking of leaks, I’m glad I wore ultra-absorbents because I made it through the entire 12-hour film marathon! I wasn’t so lucky at the film festival, though. Good thing I had some Poo-Pourri handy!

When it comes to poo smells, Robert Pattinson actually doesn’t have bad breath. This according to famous singer Adaline, who recently got to meet the sparkly-hunk-vampire-actor who played Edward Cullen in Twilight.

Well, I guess that sums it up, so I’m going to light up a smoke. You can lecture me about it later…

*BOOM*

Well there goes my last tooth. I guess it makes it easier to suckle, at least.

Lethbridge was abuzz with happenings this past week. Lucky reader Cherilyn won tickets to the Swollen Members concert last night, courtesy of DJ Booda and Lethbian Love. But I thought there’d be more than one entry…you disappointed me, Lethbridge. Just wait until your father gets home; you’ll be lectured like never before.

Though I suppose there is one excuse that I will accept – that is, if you danced your butt off at the Big Band Boogie, which fell upon the same night. It would have been fabulous to be there myself, but Monica (my new dance partner) has a clubbed foot and didn’t feel like moving, especially after filling up on those mini-donuts at the Home & Garden Trade Show.

Last night I took in the final leg of the Highway 3 Roots Review, which featured my friend Leeroy Stagger, as well as John Wort Hannam and Dave McCann. The place was packed in a good way, quite unlike the cuddle party that happened elsewhere.

Yesterday was also the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, which saw a couple of things happening at city hall, like a march at noon and open house later in the evening.

Earlier in the week, Jenn moderated the semi-final round of Changing the World: Student Speakers Challenge. She gave us the 101 on the Lethbridge music scene, then went for some poutine to Red Dog.

So as the last of winter is upon us, I thought I’d connect with my friend Dione, escape the ice and get outdoors. I have the pictures to prove it! You have to pay to see the rest.

Environmental – I needed a fashion makeover, so I went shopping at Edit, where sustainable shopping and eco-friendliness is at the forefront (don’t forget to come in for a free eco-jot notebook).

Cultural – We listened to some Brocket 99, the fake aboriginal radio station that’s been notorious in Southern Alberta for over 23 years. I also gave you the heads up on some world dance and music, happening tonight, and the U of L film club – so go out and broaden your horizons!

Political – Jenn wrote about Lethbians making a difference, with the upcoming event “Changing the World: Student Speaker’s Challenge,” where students will stand up and say what they believe will change the world.

Personal – I switched shampoos and no more dandruff!

And if you’re still looking for something to do tonight, come out to Henotic for the Endangered Ape, Fox Opera and Hunter/Gatherer show. Have a few beers while you’re there.

Here’s the run-down:

I went deep undercover to reveal the dirty truth behind “Buy a condo, get free tuition.” A few events, including Black History month, Freedom to Read week, The Homelessness Marathon, The World’s Best Commercials and free a movie night, courtesy of Lethbridge College. I rambled about live music, as well as The Slice making top 50 in CBC Radio 3′s Searchlight for “Best Live Music Club in Canada.” Then I got hungry and ate some Tacos. Also mentioned was local graffiti and artists losing their last graffiti-safe area. And I briefly introduced this blog to you and asked some people what they love about Lethbridge.