Archive for Ernie Wiegand

New Red Deer Movie Theatre Nears Completion

Construction on the new multi-screen theatre in Gasoline Alley, south of Red Deer, is almost finished. It is expected to open in March, although no exact date has been announced yet. Many Red Deer and Central Alberta residents have been waiting anxiously for this new movie theatre to open.
Originally the theatre was being built […]

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25Feb2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 2 comments | Continued

McRaezy’s Pizza Grand Opening - Red Deer

McRaezy’s Pizza, Red Deer’s newest pizzeria (in the 7110 Plaza beside Ricky’s), will be having it’s grand opening on February 29. McRaezy’s features; fresh pizza dough, sauces, meats, poultry and veggies. They promise a great local product with ingredients purchased from local suppliers.
During they grand opening there will […]

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18Feb2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 1 comment | Continued

Corb Lund at Red Deer Centrium

Alberta’s own singer/songwriter, Corb Lund, is coming to Red Deer’s Centrium on Feb. 27. Although his success has been a long journey (15 years), he has broken through in his home province and he is gaining more and more recognition in The U. S.
Lund grew up on a farm near Taber, in Southern Alberta […]

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17Feb2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 0 comments | Continued

Great Gifts for the Home At Housewarmings | Where Style Meets Desire in Downtown Red Deer

In the summer of 2002, Diane, Catherine and Leslie identified the need for a viable store in Red Deer where local artists could display and sell their artwork. With Catherine having just come from a managerial position in a corporate business and Leslie and Diane seeking to upgrade an already existing store, they came together […]

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11Feb2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 6 comments | Continued

Sumptuous Southwestern Style at Mohave Grill | Red Deer Restaurant

Last night I met Tim and Aron for supper at Mohave Grill in Red Deer. Mohave Grill is located just off of 67th St. beside Service Plus Inns. It specializes in Southwestern cuisine.
When I arrived the hostess greeted me right away. Tim and Aron were already there so […]

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7Feb2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 0 comments | Continued

A Mouthwatering Mexican Meal at Las Palmeras | Red Deer Restaurant

On Friday afternoon I went out looking for a nice lunch. I developed a craving for Mexican food, so I headed over to Las Palmeras Mexican Restaurant.
It’s a nice place just off of Gaetz Avenue right at the top of Red Deer’s south hill. There was a handful […]

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3Feb2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 0 comments | Continued

G.H. Dawe Centre Renovations Scheduled : New Aquatics Area Coming to Red Deer

The G.H. Dawe Centre in Red Deer is scheduled to undergo extensive renovations. The 30-year old structure will be getting a face-lift on the exterior to make it more modern looking. On the inside, a key part of the proposed renovations is a family aquatics area, with two waterslides and a spray park […]

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31Jan2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 3 comments | Continued

Amazing Fantasy - THE Place For Comics and Sci-Fi in Downtown Red Deer

Amazing Fantasy is the premier place in Red Deer to go for comics, trade-paperbacks and graphic novels; as well as science fiction novels.
Originally opened in 1980, under the name, Bookworm’s Den; owner Lynn started with just second-hand books. In 1985, she decided to stock comics. It was later sold to a lady named […]

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26Jan2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 11 comments | Continued

A Fine Fishwich at The Ranch House Restaurant

The other day I had occasion to journey out of the house for a late lunch. I decided to go to Ranch House Restaurant and Bar in Red Deer. Being as it was after 3 p.m. on a Thursday afternoon, the dining room was very quiet. The server (Wanda) came over right away and seated […]

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19Jan2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 4 comments | Continued

Central Music Festival - Fund Raisers Red Deer Jan. 23, Jan 26

Upcoming in August, 2008 will be the second annual Central Music Festival. Last years line-up included; All Star Blues Revue, Blackie & The Rodeo Kings, Aaron Lines and Crystal Plamondon among many others. The Central Music Festival Society is presenting a two part fund raising event here in Red Deer. The first show is Jim […]

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19Jan2008 | Ernie Wiegand | 0 comments | Continued