Lindork’s Lists #238 – Chinatown Mural, iHuman Art Walk, Ukrainian Treats & MORE!
Newsletter for September 25 – October 1, 2024
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Things to Do This Week
Mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (various locations)
September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day), honouring residential school survivors and the children who were never returned home, as well as their families and communities. There are a number of events and activities in and around Edmonton leading up to (this week) and on Sept. 30, including an Every Child Matters Traditional Feast and Round Dance with I A M – Indigenous Artist Market Collective, Healing Through Stories in Ceremony with Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, drop-in programming at Churchill Square, Survivor Portraits at Kingsway Mall, a beading circle and movie screening at the Art Gallery of Alberta, a Truth & Reconciliation Indigenous Authors event, and more!
See the City of Edmonton’s full listing of Orange Shirt Day events.
See Explore Edmonton’s full listing of Orange Shirt Day events.
Check out Chinatown’s new mural unveiling + Chinatown After Dark
I’m excited to see artist Busyrawk’s impressive new Chinatown mural at its free unveiling event this Saturday, Sept. 28, and then check out Chinatown After Dark food + games + activities. Hope to see you there!
Experience iHuman’s second annual Art Walk (9635 102A Ave.)
iHuman Youth Society is hosting their second annual Art Walk this weekend Friday & Saturday Sept. 27 + 28 at their parking lot in downtown Edmonton. iHuman is an amazing organization dedicated to changing the trajectory of high-risk youth through arts programs, art therapy, and artistic mentorship. “For many of these young people, stepping up in front of their peers the public is a brave act of self expression and growth. Every brush stroke, every note, and every story is a testament to their resilience, creativity and courage. By performing and presenting, they are not just sharing their art art – they are reclaiming their voices and healing through community.”
Attend one of these local festivals (various locations)
The Edmonton Comedy Festival is celebrating 14 years of funny this week with shows Sept. 25-28.
Don’t miss the Edmonton International Film Festival on this week Sept. 26 through Oct. 5.
The 9th Serbian Food Festival is on this Saturday, Sept. 28.
It’s the final weekend of Alberta Culture Days (various locations)
Experience a 2-day showcase of local Indigenous Arts and Culture at the nâtawihowin ᓈᑕᐃᐧᐦᐅᐃᐧᐣ Healing Medicine Alberta Culture Days event on Sept. 27 & 28.
Claim free admission at the Royal Alberta Museum this weekend Sept. 28 & 29. (Limited Sunday spots remaining, limited walk-ups also welcome).
Festa Dell’uva Little Italy is on this Saturday, Sept. 28 with Italian music, gelato tastings, crafts, grape stomping, wine tasting and more!
Check out the Prairie Moon Harvest celebrating Chinese traditional and contemporary classical music on Saturday, Sept 28 starting at 2 p.m.
Check out one of these live performances (various locations)
Broadway Across Canada’s Come From Away is in Edmonton Sept. 27-29.
Rapunzel presented by the Alberta Musical Theatre Company is on this weekend Sept. 27-29 at the Roxy.
REZZURGENCE is An All Indigenous Variety Show on Sept. 29.
Here’s this week’s selections for Halloween activities:
Deadmonton House kicks off this weekend.
Pumpkins After Dark also starts this weekend.
Check out Prairie Gardens ‘Fall-oWeen’ and ‘Haunted Pumpkin Festival.’
Attend an Edmonton Ghost Tour.
Got an Edmonton area event, virtual event, or something coming up you think my readers would be interested in knowing about? Let me know!
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Food to Try This Week!
Treat yourself to Paris Baguette (Whyte Ave. and West Edmonton Mall)
My sister-in-law treated us to some Paris Baguette desserts this week so I think you should do the same! (lol not treat me, treat you!) The French-inspired, South Korean-owned cafe franchise specializes in delicious pastries, warm breads, stunning cakes and expertly brewed drinks. They recently opened a second location inside West Edmonton Mall as well.
Check out a local restaurant featured in ‘Eating Edmonton’ docuseries
Episodes for Eating Edmonton, a locally-produced TELUS STORYHIVE docuseries featuring local restauranteurs, are now being released. How fun would it be to plan your next few meals out on the restaurants featured in the show? Taproot Edmonton has a nice write-up on it + locations to be featured including Aloha Hawaiian Poke and Grill, Irie Foods, Hanjan, Bernadette’s and more.
Visit Malina Ukrainian Bakery (Edmonton and Sherwood Park)
Malina Ukrainian Bakery is having a bit of a tough time with people pre-ordering and then not showing up to get their order (they’re changing the process now so prepayment is required). Considering popping into either their south Edmonton or Sherwood Park locations for some sweet and savoury treats this week!
Eat some anchovies (various locations)
While in Barcelona I ate a lot of anchovies lol. It was really good! If you’re looking to satisfy an anchovy craving in Edmonton, I looked up a few anchovy dishes you might consider trying including the anchovy toast from Darling (I have had this and it is really good!) or anchovy crostini from Bar Bricco, an anchovy pizza from Tony’s or Allegro Italian Kitchen, pasta with anchovies from May, an anchovy fish fry from Masalaz, anchovy edamame from Japonais or just pick some up at the Italian Centre Shop! Salty goodness, if you haven’t had it I think you’d really enjoy!
Enjoy my favourite lunch hot pot combo in town (10602 97 St.)
I am back in Edmonton after three weeks in Europe and my first meal out was with my mom getting our favourite lunch hot pot deal from 97 Hot Pot in Edmonton Chinatown. The quality + quantity is unbeatable at $17.95 for a soup base of your choice + 6 items. (Technically my first meal back was my parents Vietnamese beef noodle soup King Noodle House Pho Hoang but I count it more as a family meal than a meal “out” lol).
And here’s a few food events you may be interested in…
Avila Arepa Venezuelan Kitchen is hosting Karaoke Night on Sept. 27.
There’s a Snack Tour happening at Lucky 97 Supermarket on Sept. 28.
Check out the Rum-aissance Faire on Sept 28.
The 29th Annual Mushroom Harvest at Sorrentino’s wraps up at the end of September. Many events are sold out but you can still order up some mushroom-focused dishes!
Attend The Great Canadian Finals Rodeo Chili Cookoff on Oct. 2.
Plan to try Stony Plain Road’s first Dining Week Oct 3-12.
There’s a YEG Foodies Festival from Oct. 4-6.
Take part in the League of Extraordinary Lagers on until Oct. 9.
Try the ‘haunting cocktails’ at the Black Lagoon Pop-up taking place at Dolly’s Cocktails from Oct. 9 – Nov. 3.
Don’t miss the final few nights for The Common’s Street Car Cask series of summer drink + ride events. Each Thursday until Oct 10.
The Edmonton Public Library’s Gala: Books + Cooks is Oct. 19.
Ate something amazing recently? Want to show some love to a struggling restaurant? Have a take-out suggestion? Let me know to include in this newsletter.
Old Dutch 70th Anniversary Giveaway!
Old Dutch is celebrating 70 years! Did you know this iconic chip brand is Canadian? It started in Winnipeg, Manitoba back in 1954. Today, it continues to be a leader in the snack food industry. #Celebrate70 with Old Dutch!
Old Dutch gifted me a special anniversary package and they also gifed one of my email newsletter subscribers a 70th Anniversary Prize Pack (special tin!) featuring a bunch of different Old Dutch chip and snack flavours too.
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From the Blog Vault
This month last year I was sharing ideas for Things to Do and What to Eat in St. Albert! Lots to check out just a few minutes north of the city, use my blog to plan your next visit!
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