As we edge closer to Halloween 2017, this weekend will mark the start of many events and ghoulish-themed festivities. If you're looking for a way to take in this celebration, here's a list of some Halloween events happening in northwest Calgary. 

  • Halloween in Kensington: this Saturday, October 28th from 2pm to "late", head to Kensington as many businesses in the area will be participating in this celebration. Participating venues include Tenth Street Landing, Oak Tree Tavern, Vine Styles, Kensington Pub, Higher Ground, Hayden Block, Hexagon, Wine Bar, Brasserie and. Side Street Pub & Grill.
  • Halloween at Bass Pro in CrossIron Mills: this store has a ton going on for Halloween this weekend and early next week. From Friday until Tuesday, you can get…

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If you're thinking of selling your home this season, you want to ensure your space looks as appealing as possible to potential home buyers. But how do you do that without spending too much money? This is where home staging can be a cost-effective, and easy way to up the ante on a home sale. Plus, the colours this time of year really bode well for appearance of a home!

Here's some simple tips for successful home staging in Autumn:

  • Keep it Clean: Look at your home as though you’re seeing it for the first time. Is every room neat, spotlessly clean, dusted and uncluttered? Steam clean carpets and wax floors. Wash walls, heating and A/C vents and light fixtures. Pay special attention to your bathroom and kitchen - make sure that tile grout is mildew…

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The Thanksgiving long weekend is already here (can you believe it!?) At this point, you may be feeling the pinch of feeling unprepared for holiday guests, grocery shopping, and so on. To save you some time scouring the Internet for hours, here's some quick links to all the Thanksgiving tips and advice you'll need this year. 

  • How to avoid holiday dinner disasters 
  • 10 ideas for dressing up your Thanksgiving table
  • 15 kitchen organization ideas
  • 60 of the best ever Thanksgiving recipes 
  • How to use natural elements in your Thanksgiving decor
  • How to get your homer easy for guests in under 30 minutes  
  • 6 places to get Thanksgiving dinner to-go in Calgary
  • 8 Calgary restaurants serving Thanksgiving dinner this year

And to get you…

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