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"Lethbridge Event Raises $12K for Special Olympics, Embraces Global Traditions, and More! Plus, Local Weather Update 🌤️"
"Lethbridge Event Raises $12K for Special Olympics, Embraces Global Traditions, and More! Plus, Local Weather Update 🌤️"
"Lethbridge Event Raises $12K for Special Olympics, Embraces Global Traditions, and More! Plus, Local Weather Update 🌤️"
Check out the latest newsletter: 'Cops, Pops, and Pizza' Event Raises $12K for Special Olympics, Lethbridge celebrates global traditions at Multicultural Centre, and more! Plus, get ready for some exciting local events and experience the vibrant weather in Lethbridge today! ☀️🎉
Jim Brown
Dec 9, 2025
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The annual 'Cops, Pops, and Pizza' fundraiser in Lethbridge united the community to support Special Olympics Alberta on December 6, 2024.
The Lethbridge Police Service and other southern Alberta officers teamed up with Boston Pizza, where officers and athletes served patrons, sold merchandise, and gathered generous donations.
Boston Pizza’s early donation of $5,815.70 set the tone for a night of giving.
By the end, the event raised a remarkable $12,339.40 for local Special Olympics athletes.
Constable Braylon Hyggen expressed deep gratitude for both Boston Pizza and the community’s ongoing support.
Special Olympian Tamara Laursen shared how these funds will help athletes attend the 2025 provincial games in Grande Prairie, thanks to the outpouring of community involvement.
The event highlighted the powerful partnership between law enforcement and Lethbridge residents, inspiring hope for future community-driven success. Read More... |
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Lethbridge will soon embrace the warmth of global holiday traditions at ‘Holiday Traditions Around the World,’ hosted by the Southern Alberta Ethnic Association (SAEA).
This vibrant celebration takes place Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Multicultural Centre at 421 - 6 Ave South.
Residents can enjoy a lively mix of cultural displays, traditional dances, a magic show, and classic Christmas films, making it perfect for families and all ages.
Authentic food from Nigeria, Kenya, the Philippines, and China will be available, showcasing the delicious traditions that unite communities.
Admission is pay-as-you-can, allowing everyone to join the festivities, while supporting local vendors through food and drink purchases.
Experience the colourful spirit that makes Lethbridge inclusive and unique at this memorable community event. Read More... |
Local Event Spotlight |
Glow Lethbridge – Indoor Holiday Light Festival 📄 Details: The city’s winter highlight: massive indoor light show with fairytale‑themed displays, trackless “Glow‑comotive” train, seasonal treats, crafts, family‑friendly attractions, festive atmosphere for all ages.
Glow Without Limits – Sensory‑Friendly Evening
Christmas Cruise with Alberta Large Cars
Holiday Traditions Around the World – Multicultural Holiday Celebration SYMPHONY III – Home for the Holidays (by Lethbridge Symphony) Lethbridge Hurricanes vs. Edmonton Oil Kings Drop-In Improv Night with Theatre Outré 📍 Location: Good Times Lethbridge Comedy Club 📄 Details: Casual improv night — ideal for a relaxed, fun evening out with friends or date night.
Coast‑to‑Coast Cowboy Christmas (Concert / Show) 🕒 Time: 8:00 PM
Wiener Wednesday – Open Mic Night (Comedy / Music) 🕒 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Location: Good Times Lethbridge Comedy Club 📄 Details: Open mic night — opportunities for local talent showcases, music, comedy or performances. Fun for those who like a casual night out or want to support local performers.
Stars on Ice 2025 Holiday Tour – Holiday Skating Show 🕒 Time: 7:00 PM Glow After Dark: Dueling Pianos
Southern Alberta Skating Academy: BELIEVE
Glow: Rock the Sleigh Dance Party
27th Annual Community Christmas Dinner
Christmas Ornament Workshop with Terry Beaton
Glow in Your PJ's – Family‑Friendly Glow Session
Holiday Rock – Theatre Show / Musical Revue
Marito Lopez Comedy Show |
Tip of The Day |
Check your smoke alarms regularly to ensure they are functioning properly. |
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Looking for a way to shake up your style and holiday décor — without emptying your wallet?
Step into Retail Therapy, downtown Lethbridge’s hidden gem that’s redefining thrift in 2025. Nestled at 323 6th Street South, this curated fashion and décor store brings fresh life to gently used clothing, home items, accessories, and more — all hand‑picked for quality, style, and value.
From cozy sweaters and vintage jackets to chic home accents and holiday décor, Retail Therapy offers something for every taste, budget, and personality. It’s perfect if you love thrifting, enjoy unique finds, or want to shop sustainably. Because items are one‑of‑a‑kind or limited, the thrill of discovery is alive every time you visit.
With friendly, welcoming service and ever‑changing inventory, shoppers often find that no two trips are the same. Whether you’re revamping your wardrobe, hunting for holiday gifts, or giving your home a fresh look before winter, Retail Therapy makes it easy — stylish, budget‑conscious, and eco‑friendly.
This season, give yourself (or someone you love) a gift that’s both thoughtful and affordable — and support a local business making downtown Lethbridge more vibrant.
Retail Therapy isn’t just shopping. It’s a smart, feel‑good way to treat yourself. |
Homeowner's Hack |
"Use This Simple Dryer Sheet Trick to Eliminate Winter Static!"
December is peak static season — dry air and forced heating often turn your cozy home into a shocking maze of flyaway laundry, frizzy hair, and zapped fingers.
Here’s a clever, no-tools-needed homeowner hack: tape a dryer sheet to the inside of your HVAC vent covers. As warm air flows, it’ll gently release fabric-softening agents into the room — reducing static, freshening the air, and even catching small dust particles.
No technical skills needed! Just tape one sheet (use painter’s tape for easy removal) inside a few main vents. Replace every 1–2 weeks. Bonus: it smells amazing.
💡 Pro tip: If you don't want to use dryer sheets, rub down your couch and car seats with one to keep clothes and hair tame through the dry months.
This tiny trick makes a big difference. |
Local Weather |
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