My kid enjoyed the scavenger hunt with a prize. This museum is small and we went the first days of…read morethe season this year so some of the exhibits require some maintenance. Lots of good local history though and the staff were friendly.

From the owner: We are a museum focusing on the history of Drumheller, from coal mining and dinosaurs to…read moreagriculture and notable figures of the valley.

For quite some time we've been looking, high and low, for a nice antique parlor chair for a room…read morewe're renovating. While at your shop we came across a chair we thought might do but were unsure of the color, size and how it would be in the room. Travis, a sales person working there, went way beyond helpful making certain we were completely satisfied in every way. Without his help we probably wouldn't have made the purchase. The chair is perfect, and Travis is fantastic and we're delighted. Ron Calgary

Went there with my boyfriends family and came across my dream vintage find. A pair of vintage…read moreroller skates, which happen to fit perfectly, not too big and not too small. They are ice skates that have been customized and turned into roller skates. In great condition and were fairly priced. I've only ever seen leather white or black vintage skates but these are suede and red! I've been looking for a pair for months and this is the first pair I have ever found and I lucked out by them being my size! I've already took them out for a spin and they're perfect, just need to switch the indoor wheels for outdoor wheels and I'm all set! They had a wide variety of booths with everything you could ever imagine including a booth full of video games and my personal favourite Pyrex! Definitely worth the drive from Calgary and will be stopping here more in the future! The staff was super friendly and kind!

calgarygiftshop.ca I…read morereally wanted to love this purchase. The seller was initially very responsive, and the piece was made quickly. I chose to pick up the item, but unfortunately, the quality did not meet expectations. There was visible glue on the flowers, torn paper, scratches on the glass, and the backing paper appeared to have been previously used. I support reuse and sustainability, but this should be clearly communicated and reflected in the price. It felt unfair to pay full price for an item that showed signs of reused and damaged materials. I reached out in good faith to clarify a pricing question and then to address the quality concerns. I also spent time trying to clean and improve the item myself. Unfortunately, we were unable to reach a reasonable resolution, and the communication became increasingly aggressive. I value handmade products and supporting small businesses, but I also expect transparency and a reasonable standard of quality. Sharing this so others can make an informed decision.

I ordered a Valentine's Day gift last year and got delivered in Calgary, this year I ordered…read morepreserved roses and got it customized.

Was super surprised to find this gem when Googling place to eat Red Deer for my day trip here…read more Easy to find IF you use Google Maps. Can see the barn from the road. Lots of parking. Lots of things for the kids to play on. Patio looks sparse and a little uncomfortable on those tiny chairs. So many cool trinkets to see here. Unique for sure. Staff were very friendly but not great with water refills. Not too busy at a Sunday at 12pm (50% full). Friend loved his Reuben but felt the soup was mostly broth. Another friend got the kettle chips and they literally looked like plain Ripple wavy potato chips. My salad was amazing, vinaigrette wasn't too sour which was perfect. Needed chicken for sure. Salad greens were fresh, but the beets seemed lackluster. Overall a wonderful place for a coffee date, couples date, Sunday brunch with your mom, or just to see the trinkets and have a light lunch.

Things have changed at this former hidden gem. Prices have gone up and service has gone down. There…read moreis one older woman in particular who is rude and obnoxious and has no regard for her customers. Three times now I have been there with friends when this woman proceeds to bring out the vacuum- which you can hardly hear yourself talk above - then the mop and bucket with the obnoxious smelling cleaner all while you are trying to visit with friends and finish eating. There is nothing worse in a restaurant and no excuse for it. I don't care if we are the only customers left , you wait until you close before cleaning the floor, it is rude and shows no regard for people that have paid to be there. I hope this changes but I and my friends will not be back to find out.

I took a long walk around Calgary yesterday. It was a beautiful warm and sunny day and I wasn't…read moreabout to miss it. Interesting people were out, cute dogs were being walked by their owners, and everyone seemed to be in a good mood. Part of my stroll was down the "hip" Uptown area of 17th Avenue. What drew me into Steeling Home from my walk was an on sale desk fan that was displayed outside on a cute antique table. The price was right, but I knew darn well that it would be hard to get it in the suitcase for my eventual trip back to the San Francisco Bay Area. I might still change my mind on that.... Anyway, I decided to stroll around inside and really enjoyed exploring the many pockets of interesting stuff this relatively small store holds. It has books, antiques, jewelery, and much more in-between. The people watching was fun too, with a fresh touch of Portlandia thrown in. I'm glad I stopped in and reminded myself that marching around a new City is fun, and stopping to explore some of its quirks is even better.

I love the quirky things this store sells and I shop for gifts here often, but if you're going to…read morepost your hours online, abide by them. On more than one occasion they've opened later or closed earlier than advertised, and it's frustrating when I've planned my day accordingly so that I can pop in before or after work, but can't count on them to be open when they say they will.

Calgary's East Village is an up-and-coming neighborhood. It's development has been slowed down by…read morelower oil prices (the big industry in these parts), so who knows what this area will look like next year. In the meantime, there's enough construction here to imagine the possibilities. That includes the retail outposts like Liz & Lottie who have staked their success on their stylish taste and the promise of a lot more foot traffic past their shop. I wandered on a recent Friday afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed this version of retail therapy. Liz & Lottie is more geared perhaps to those who are "sugar and spice and everything nice", but for folks like me (e.g. snips and snails and puppy dog tails), there some interesting things, plus loads of gift opportunities. I also enjoyed their nice selection of local and Canadian items and their good taste in selecting and displaying their wares. Liz & Lottie was definitely worth the extra bit of East Village discovery exploration. Best wishes for your continued success.

You've gotta love a gift shop where you can go in and find beautiful things for everyone on your…read morelist (and a gift or two for yourself!) My super stylish and in the know sister in law has been finding awesome gifts at Liz & Lottie for everyone in the family since they've opened and I have been following them on Instagram to keep tabs on the new items coming into the shop. The two owners are super kind and helpful, I've messaged them on Instagram with shopping requests/items I am looking for and they have sent me back pictures of products they have in store that match the request -- how nice is that! I often visit on my lunch break as they are tucked into the East Village at the bottom of one of the high rises but it's easy to get there either from walking through the river walk, taking the train to the end of the free line then going for a short stroll or driving right up there. On this visit I walked away with gift for four upcoming events! A sassy and slightly inappropriate valentines card for my husband, a baby shower gift, a gender reveal party gift and a birthday party gift. Trust me I could have kept shopping! Great place to find all sorts of treasures including local and Canadian makers which is so great to see.

I love this place it has unique gifts , snacks, foods and just overall fun items and products. I…read morerecently bought some jewelry for a friend. Now I'm getting some jewelry made. I am able to contact vendors and live that things are forever now and exciting. The owner who runs this business is super friendly and helpful. Every corner is a different discovery. Be prepared to spend more than half an hour in this shop. It May look small but it's not. It's fantastic!

From the owner: Main Street Market: Your Go-To Gift Shop for Unique Finds in Strathmore…read more Step into Main Street Market, Strathmore's favourite gift shop, where creativity meets community! With over 150 local Alberta makers and small businesses, we offer a delightful boutique shopping experience. Whether you’re looking for the perfect birthday gift, a thoughtful wedding present, or a special holiday treat, we have you covered! We specialize in creating memorable gifting experiences with custom gift baskets for any occasion. Enjoy our gift wrapping for stunning presentations, and don’t forget our gift cards for a personal touch. Explore stylish clothing, distinctive home decor, all-natural soaps, and delicious handcrafted foods. Join us at Main Street Market

We were oh so happy to discover a Freson Brothers location on our recent hockey adventure to…read moreDrumheller. Nestled inside this location is a Starbucks AND they had a hard to find studded lilac cold tumbler my friend has been looking for!!! The main reason for ur visit was to grab lunch in between hockey games. My kiddo was beyond satisfied with the in house fried chicken and momma was happy with the sides - I always love the root veggies and baked beans. We got the family meal and it was more than we could eat - even with a starving hockey player, lol. I'm happy eat in dining was allowed - Freson Brothers dining is always comfortable and easy. I appreciate the self serve water and coffee station. Two thumbs way up! We will definitely be back on our next adventure to Drumheller! (So why 4 stars insured of 5? Grocery prices here are higher than average. So if cost if your biggest concern, I wouldn't pick this as my one stop shop. That being said, they do carry a HUGE variety of options including local, organic, and their house brands).

What a beautiful store! That might seem like an odd way to describe a grocery store but it is one…read moreof the most visually appealing grocery stores I've ever seen. All the baking supplies are in a kind of faux pantry simulating one's own kitchen. The produce seems to be displayed by color so one is surrounded by reds, greens, yellows and more. There are many many local products from produce to jam to locally roasted coffee. A giant candy section includes old-fashioned to most recent candy with everything in between. To top it all off there are unique gift items on display throughout.