Museum exhibit marks orchestra’s 100th year
On Friday, Jan. 30, musicians and community members gathered for the opening of a special exhibit on the second floor of the Crowsnest Museum celebrating the 100 year history of the Crowsnest Community Orchestra. The evening featured selections by a five string ensemble and charcuterie provided by Country Encounters.
Chili Bowl Festival returns at public art gallery
A longtime fundraiser is set to return to the Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery on Feb. 7, with organizers encouraging people to arrive early before the chili and pottery bowls run out. Curator Ryanna Kizan said the Chili Bowl Festival has run for more than 20 years, offering volunteer made chili and take-home bowls donated by the Pass Pottery Club, with proceeds supporting the gallery’s children and adult programming.
Conservation Society pitches Ag board and park
The Crowsnest Conservation Society asked Crowsnest Pass council on Jan. 27 to consider reviving a former Agricultural Services Board, exploring participation in the Waterton Biosphere region and looking at options for a new municipal park along the Crowsnest River. The group highlighted membership growth and said it brought $50,000 in grants into the community between 2021 and 2025, alongside interpretive signage, school projects and planned stream monitoring this year.
Carter Otteson Throws Perfect Dart Game
Seven year old Carter Otteson achieved what many dart players chase for years when he threw a 180 at the Bellevue Legion on Jan. 18. The score, made by hitting three triple 20s in a row, drew cheers from league members and marked a milestone for the young player, who has been throwing darts since age three.