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September 9, 2019Snowbird of Paradise

Saying Farewell to the Happy Wall

In front of Edmonton City Hall, by Churchill Square, there was once a happy wading pool. It was very popular, especially on hot days and Canada Days. Unfortunately, it was discovered that it did not meet the demands of safety regulations and so it had to go. In September 2018 workers began to dig it […]

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August 28, 2019August 27, 2019Snowbird of Paradise

Art Behind Edmonton City Hall

On 103a Avenue at the intersection with 100 Street, there is some interesting public art. I went there to take pictures of the murals on the front and sides of the Vignettes Building, and I was pleased to find behind City Hall a sculpture by Isla Burns that I had not seen before. As I […]

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