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What to do this weekend: Events, Mother’s Day and a recommendation from Josh Classen

What to do this weekend: Events, Mother's Day and a recommendation from Josh Classen


We’re finally out of winter and things are looking…well, not sunny and hot, exactly, but it’s still going to be a great weekend to get out there and enjoy our city. Not sure what to do? Here are a few ideas to get you started:


Featuring over 70 local vendors, expect to see an incredible selection of unique creations by some of the best artists from in and around Edmonton. You can pick up some art prints, books, jewelry, ceramics, and much more.


It runs from Friday to Sunday at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre at 8426 Gateway Blvd. and you can plan your day by taking a look at the full vendor list on their website.


If you’re in the market for markets, the Spring Festival at Manchester Square runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, and features flower vendors, door prizes, food trucks, outdoor music, a beer garden, and more!


Mother’s Day brunch


In case you forgot: yep, it’s Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 8. Mother’s Day brunch is an all-time classic and Edmonton has a variety of options ranging in price. If you’re looking to impress, the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has an impressive, albeit pricy, Mother’s Day version of its famous Sunday brunch.


More standout options include Chateau Louis Hotel, the River Cree Resort and Casino, and Fort Edmonton Park.


Oilers-Kings


Game 3 takes place Friday night at 8 p.m. and Game 4 on Sunday night — also at 8 p.m. Whether you’re watching it with other fans at Rogers Place or the River Cree, at one of the many local pubs, restaurants, and sports bars, or even at home with friends, cheer loudly and keep up with the coverage from our friends at TSN 1260.


What’s Josh Classen up to this weekend?


We also asked our own Josh Classen what he’s up to this weekend! Here’s what he had to say (and he even included a tip about what to wear):


If you’re looking for a great way to spend Mother’s Day this weekend, the U of A Botanic Garden just west of Edmonton opens its gates for another season this weekend (Grand Opening Saturday).


Wander through the 240-acre property including the spectacular Aga Khan garden. Plus, the indoor showhouses (like the tropical garden house) are back open for the first time in two years. Pack a picnic or grab a bite to eat and a specialty coffee from the Patio Cafe. Throw in a sweater or spring jacket (high near 10 C Sunday) and immerse yourself in nature this weekend. 


What else? Of course, you could always finally get around to that spring cleaning you’ve been putting off.

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Mother’s Day Rotary Run returns after two years of modified events

Mother’s Day Rotary Run returns after two years of modified events

Registration is $25 plus a $2 processing fee, while children under 10 are free.

The first 300 people registered will receive a race package with swag from local sponsors and a bagged breakfast after their run. The first 300 children will receive a child’s bagged breakfast. All those who registered will be entered into prize draws.

The scavenger hunt starts at noon and will run until 3 p.m.

The entry fee is a non-perishable item, a most needed item or a cash donation to the Women’s Resource Society.

The starting point and donation drop-off area will be located at the Surerus Ball Diamond parking lot.

Participants will be given a list with hints to local businesses and surrounding areas where they will find a Rotary logo, take a selfie with it, and post it to the Mother’s Day Run Facebook page to be entered for draw prizes from local sponsors.

To register, click here.

For more information and to post the selfies for the event, visit the Facebook page here.