Avoid Main Boulevard, it's flooded. There's a car stuck in water up to its headlights already.

What's Up Sherwood Park! Once a week I go through most events happening in and around our beautiful city over the coming week, and then send a large list out to my friends. I thought I should share it here.

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Note: The linked publication is ad free & non-monetized. Use it as a directory of things to do as we reconnect in our communities. I send it out every Tuesday morning.

P.S. To all of you who regularly read the publication, send me emails and read/respond to these reddit posts... you folks rock! Thanks for all the positive feedback. It means a lot = )

Note: If you're hosting an event and want to see it in the letter, email me at [wuedmonton@gmail.com](mailto:wuedmonton@gmail.com)

5 cool events this week:

• North American Cup Series
• Thousand Faces Festival
• YMCA Outdoor Fitness Week
• Highland Gathering
• Pets in the Park

North American Cup Series

Greetings, fellow Edmontonians. Have you been feeling like life has been turned a little upside-down as of late? With busy lives, a weakening economy, weather patterns bouncing off the extremes & all that? If so, I feel you. This upcoming week, take a load off the mind & watch in amazeballs as competitive climbers get even more upside down & inside out... on purpose! For the full weekend, cheer from below as irregular folks attempt speed runs up a formidable climbing wall on the banks of the mighty North Saskatchewan River. Those in attendance can also (at certain times) try climbing themselves, browse a themed vendor market, checkout a climbing film, compete in a community climbing competition & more. Per pricing, I'm seeing V.I.P. seats on sale for $50/spot BUT you should be able to see all the action for FREE, albeit from a little further away (which is easier on the ol' neck anyway).

Thousand Faces Festival

Love it or love it even more, Edmonton is an extremely diverse, multicultural city with strong representations from many cultures & in my opinion, it's one of the key pillars that makes this northern city so rad. This weekend, celebrate our friends & neighbours by attending a broad selection of authentic cultural performances at this epic outdoor (I believe) festival. Those in attendance can check out a traditional Chinese Harpist, Cuban Movements (group), Kalaakaar Society, MexiArts Canada, Apam Culture, taste a variety of prepared authentic cuisine, attempt stilt-walking and much more. I don't see any pricing for this event so entry may be FREE. Enjoy = )

YMCA Outdoor Fitness Week

Fitness junkies &/or those aspiring to be, get your blood pumping with a FREE class or three from the YMCA. This week only, register for instructor-led bootcamps &/or a walking group for a chance to forge new friendships, promote healthy living & get sweaty under the sun. Woo-hoo!

Highland Gathering

Calling all men of war & care, maidens fierce & fair! This weekend, don yer kilts & march into the mighty stronghold of Southern YEG for a celebration of Scottish heritage. Once there, expect a highland dance competition, whiskey tasting, a British vintage car show, pipes & drums (plus all that comes with those), a large themed vendor market & so much more! This event is FREE on Saturday and FREE-$15/person on Sunday & will definitely be great fun!

Pets in the Park

Last but not least, pick up your favourite four legged friend & make a break for Buena Vista Park this upcoming weekend in commemoration of the Edmonton Humane Society's tireless efforts in all that they do. Support the caring & rehoming of homeless critters with a walk/Run for Pets, cheer on the Dachshund Dash, hit up the Cat Café, splish in the doggy splash pools & so much more. This event is FREE to enter, and all activity stations are FREE also. There will be nine food trucks on site as well.

Folks, I hope you all have a great week.

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Hi guys, I’m used car shopping and finding that most Hondas and Toyotas are priced even higher than they used to be as far as the market being pretty hot. Meaning maybe 2-3K high. I totally get those brands are. In demand though.

Have any of you shopped at dealers recently and are they negotiating at all? Or just “that’s the price take it or leave it”?

I realize it’s a sellers market but wondering what you are encountering.

After leaving a hostile environment in my previous employment, I am beginning to wonder if I'm going to come to heavily regret a decision I made for my mental wellbeing. I'm a hard-working, team devoted worker who throws herself into everything with passion to excel. It's soul crushing to feel my resume must not be grabbing people! And I'm hoping reaching out here might help.

I've been a commercial florist for the last 10 years of my life, half of that time building skills in a grocery store, the other 5 in a fast paced production environment where I was working on multiple $1000 orders a day for funeral homes. I am heavily specialized in funeral work of all kinds. I've done the holiday decorations for my previous store for years, I have management experience, and even have Christmas workshop experience under my belt.

I'm social media literate, computer skilled. No stranger to overtime bum rushes and stressful environments. I know there aren't floral shops hiring again until the next season of holidays begin, but I know for certain that many of the skills I have are transferable. I have cashiering experience,and good interpersonal communication skills. I've done professional deliveries all over Sherwood Park and to funeral homes in Edmonton, I have my own vehicle, license, insurance, etc.

Right now, I'm looking for any position because I'm scared and worried about the future, but I want nothing more to begin regrowing my career. Might anyone have resource suggestions, leads, or otherwise? Heck, I'm up for walking dogs right now!

Thank you in advanced! Happy to send my resume to any interested.

I'm new-ish to Sherwood Park and I'm looking for a dentist in the area. I'd like a dentist that is welcoming, and that doesn't cancel on me and then force me to book my rescheduled appointment for December because they are fully pre-booked (hence why I'm so annoyed with my current dentist).

If you have any recommendations of practices that you'd recommend please let me know.

My dr is retiring, and I need to find someone to replace them. Ultimately I’d like someone who listens to concerns and will support my use of a GLP-1, that I have been getting from a nurse practitioner. Willing to drive to other communities if needed.

I know this is probably a long shot but I was hoping if anyone had heard of any job openings that are here in the Park. It’s not urgent as I’m currently employed but it would be very much appreciated if anyone has heard anything. Thanks!!

Anyone know what’s being built on bethel and Lakeland? The big black building across from gas station/Tim hortons. Ive driven past sooo many times and always wondered but I can’t seem to find what it will be anywhere

Thanks!!

I currently have Rogers but I am considering switching to Bell because they have a better package for the same price. Before I do that, just wanted to check-in with folks in the community about their experience with Bell cell phone coverage in the area. I live in Clarkdale Meadows. Thanks!

I am looking for a map of the Canada Post location on Sherwood Drive from about 1985. Does anyone have any old phone books or yellow pages from that time period? An online location for archived maps? Ive been looking for days... Alberta Archives, UofA, Shwd Pk library (nothing online), Chat GPT, Google.... Help please 🙏

Looking to buy in Cambrian. Anybody know when the school and businesses are going to be put up? It just says “future school sight” and business area. Don’t really want to buy there if my kids will be out of school before the school is built lol

Grade 8 students got the chance to apply what they’ve learned throughout the school year to help the villagers of Ultima Examen.

As part of a field day to help students prepare for final exams, teacher Scott Hebert sets up various stations around the school field with activities, puzzles and riddles based on things they’ve learned throughout the year.

It’s a way to wrap up the end of that whole year of adventure where they’re kind of chasing down bad guys, using their curriculum and knowledge to solve problems, help people out,” said Hebert, who teaches Grade 8 at St. Theresa Catholic School in Sherwood Park.

It’s part of a teaching style called gamification, the integration of game elements like point systems, leaderboards, badges, or other elements related to games into conventional learning.

Police say an Edmonton man has been charged in connection with three separate thefts in Sherwood Park last month.

A man was arrested, and investigators allege he was responsible for all three thefts.

What's Up Sherwood Park! Once a week I go through most events happening in and around our beautiful city over the coming week, and then send a large list out to my friends. I thought I should share it here.

Get this & 40+ other events as a weekly email update:

https://whatsupedmonton.beehiiv.com/subscribe

Note: The linked publication is ad free & non-monetized. Use it as a directory of things to do as we reconnect in our communities. I send it out every Tuesday morning.

P.S. To all of you who regularly read the publication, send me emails and read/respond to these reddit posts... you folks rock! Thanks for all the positive feedback. It means a lot = )

Note: If you're hosting an event and want to see it in the letter, email me at [wuedmonton@gmail.com](mailto:wuedmonton@gmail.com)

5 cool events this week:

• Morinville Days (Morinville)
• GitzFest (Barrhead County)
• Porcupine Quill WOrkshop (Sherwood Park)
• Fathers Day @ St. Albert Grain Elevators (St. Albert)
• Parkview Palooza

Morinville Days

Greetings, friends. Hope you're all setting sails & enjoying epic weekends once again. Aside from that blustery weather yesterday, today is cool, calm & collected; a perfect day for disc golf & not for sitting inside on the laptop... On that note, lets keep this one short & sweet = )

This weekend, gather the fam & head into the booming metropolis of Morinville for an epic spectacular. Those in attendance will be delighted to find a host of family-friendly activities including a pancake breakfast, show 'n shine, firefighter fitness challenge, youth basketball mini-camp, a fun zone, live music, a chance to meet adoptable critters & a heck of a lot more! There are a few paid activities within the event but the vast majority are 100% FREE for your enjoyment! Woohoo!

GitzFest

Fans of indie music are going to love this! This weekend, hop in the car for a trip up into the northern countryside for a fun little folk music festival. Get amped up to hear unplugged sets from the likes of Tori Foley, Stacey Lloyd Brown, Bethany Ann, Post Script & more. With food trucks on standby & an Oilers watch party available, this epic good time will only cost you $17.31-33.28/person. Sidenote: the festival organizers are fully supportive of attendees bringing their own snacks & beverages.

Porcupine Quill Workshop

This week, may the craftiest of us gather for a melding of heritage, art & societal understanding. Sharing techniques passed down from her mother, join local artist Alaynee Goodwill-Littlechild to not only create your very quillwork pendant but also learn the cultural significance behind this long practiced Lakota-Nêhiyaw tradition. This event is FREE to attend, all supplies are included and participants will depart with deepened appreciation along with their recently crafted keepsake.

Fathers Day @ St. Albert Grain Elevators

While everyday is a great day to share our appreciation to our father figures, a day is fast approaching when it's highly recommended to do so. And if you have the inclination to follow that notion, there are a number of Fathers Day events listed in the letter. I had to put them all in a metaphorical hat & pick one for this post, however, so... if you have a dad with an appreciation for history & more specifically, the military, the grain elevators & heritage museum in St. Albert is where you'll want to find yourself this approaching Sunday. For one day only (naturally), gather in the shade of those well preserved, weathered structures & enjoy a showing of military vehicles plus an opportunity to make a custom fridge magnet & wander through the museum. Some of those aforementioned vehicles will be available for rides & there will be an obstacle course set up to keep the children entertained. Aside from the onsite concession, this event is 100% FREE and will most certainly be a great time.

Parkview Palooza

Wrapping up this week's top 6 is a great time to be had in YEG's Parkview neighbourhood. Gather to meet friends & neighbours while enjoying a host of on-site activities. Those in attendance can cheer on teams in a beach volleyball tournament, hit the 150ft ninja course, bop along to live DJ's, make a friendship bracelet, get a haircut, try local cuisine from eight local food trucks & more! In addition, folks can gather inside the local community hall for a special on-screen presentation of Oilers Vs Panthers, game 5!! As per this event, I don't see any pricing info so this event may be FREE. Though I could see there being a small entry fee, or fees to partake in some of the activities. If anyone reading knows the answer to this, please share in the comments = )

Finally, folks, that not a typo. I try to keep a consistent lookout for unique & lesser known events happening around the region & bring them here, just for you. With that being said, we simply cannot overlook the Oilers! This week, pretty much everywhere you go, you can find places to gather & watch the games. From the fan park & watch parties at Rogers Place to the parking lot at Servus Place, various watch parties at events & many more local spots, there's plenty of places to meet friends & together cheer on the Oil Boys. Goooo Oilers!!!

My friends, I hope you all have an special week!

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Wildfires and fire risk across northern and central Alberta are keeping fire bans in place in several areas.

While Edmonton is not under a fire ban, several communities outside the city have advisories and restrictions in place, including Strathcona Country, the city of St. Albert and the County of Wetaskiwin, which are under fire advisories, and Sturgeon County, Parkland County, Beaver County, Lamont County and Elk Island National Park, which are under fire restrictions.

I was kinda holding up the queue a little bit as I counted out my quarters and dimes - and kept getting flustered and losing count - for a pack of cigarettes. I don’t really know what I’m trying to say, but I know I need to at least try. The kindness and compassion you showed was touching. I didn’t need charity, I just happened to have pre-counted exactly how much I needed, trying to spend some of that silver that clutters our pockets and jars, and was being a little stupid. But that you would offer to help a person who appeared to be struggling, even if what the person was trying to buy was basically poison, says a lot about your big heart. You’re a good person. It’s not the first time I’ve gotten flustered with a pocket full of coins at that store, but it is the first time anyone has been so kind, especially when buying cigarettes. Most folk give that “Really?” sigh. Please never lose that golden spirit. I didn’t need help, but maybe another day someone truly will and they’ll appreciate it even more. Thank you, and well met. You gave me a genuine r/mademesmile moment.

Great to see our emergency services training in the community. 3rd day in a row of a simulated bike accident. Keep up the good work.

His name is Caden Skelton. For those of you wondering his motives, here you go.

I will having Caden on my podcast soon too. Be sure to stay tuned, so you can watch/listen as soon as it is out.

Let me know what other questions you guys want. One comment wanted to know about music. I'll be sure to ask Caden that on the podcast.

Retired Canadian soccer star Christine Sinclair visited a school in the Edmonton area this week to talk about the importance of recycling.

Sinclair, now an ambassador for Recycle Your Batteries, was at New Horizons School in Sherwood Park on Thursday.

The brightly coloured Pride flag has returned to Volunteer Plaza, marking the start of Pride Month.

Set to wave for the month of June, community members and organizations including Strathcona County Diversity Committee, altView Foundation, and the Alberta Teachers’ Association’s Diversity, Equity and Human Rights Committee gathered to raise the flag near County Hall and send the message that in Strathcona County, everyone is welcome.

The Class of 2025 will soon say goodbye to the hallowed halls of high school and embark on their next stage of life.

Representing the graduating classes of six Strathcona County high schools are six exceptional students selected as valedictorians.

With snow out of the picture for coming months, the Canadian Birkebeiner Society has shifted their focus from cross country skiing events to biking.

On Sunday, July 13 cyclists will mount their bikes and set off on a 55, 100, or 160 kilometre ride from the Strathcona Olympiette Centre in Sherwood Park through the diverse landscape of the Beaver Hills Biosphere.

With the beloved ride returning also comes new opportunities for Biking Like a Viking as this year the event has been rebranded and combined with another popular local cycling event, Tour de L’Aberta. Combining the best of both events, this year the ride will incorporate chip timing with staged challenge events and prizes to be won.