Sarah Comber

May 24, 2024 | theyyscene.com | Sarah Comber

Orchard West Patio. Photo Courtesy of OrchardGet out of town without passing the city limits by visiting one of these stunning outdoor spaces that promise a sweet escape. Amato Gelato KensingtonSatiate your sweet tooth with your choice of the many gelato flavours and soak up the sun at Amato Gelato’s simply beautiful outdoor space — featuring decorative screens blocking out the Kensington Road traffic, strings of twinkly lights and colourful planters.

Apr 5, 2024 | theyyscene.com | Sarah Comber |krista sylvester |Caroline Russell-King |Mary-Lynn Wardle

PHOTO: Jared SychGarret SmithGarret Smith is a proud member of the Piikani and Kainai Nations of the Blackfoot Confederacy in Southern Alberta. The former interim artistic director for Making Treaty 7 is also the Founder of the Mohkinstsis Healing Camp, which was initially a protest camp raising awareness of social injustices. Its purpose was to fill a gap in the city’s current infrastructure by providing First Nation communities a place to engage and practice in their culture and spirituality.

Feb 6, 2024 | theyyscene.com | Sarah Comber

Esker Foundation. PHOTO: Elise Bouvier. Don’t let inflation kill your spark. Whether you’ve recently experienced your dream meet-cute or are trying to kindle an old flame, these 10 cheap date ideas nurture romance without breaking the bank. Monday Night Board Games at the Sentry BoxCalgary gamer institution the Sentry Box offers a free drop-in board game night, inviting participants to try-out new games and mingle with other players.

Feb 6, 2024 | theyyscene.com | Sarah Comber

Nicola Macnaughton (left) & Shannon Macnaughton. Photo: Nora HanakoWhen sisters Nicola and Shannon MacNaughton opened Slow Burn Books, a romance-only bookstore in Marda Loop’s trendy Henry Block shopping district, they didn’t anticipate the outpouring of community supportthey would receive. “We had our launch on May 6, 2023, and it was amazing,” says Shannon.

Sep 5, 2023 | theyyscene.com | Sarah Comber

PHOTO: LÊ MINH, PEXELSAlberta’s burgeoning film industry suffers as U.S. strikes continue; but local support for strike demands is strong. An explosion thunders to your left, while above you the roof begins to collapse. Shouts hammer against your ears as the FBI rush past. Chaos abounds: blood and debris flying through the air.