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VILLAGE LIFE GET FIT WHILE YOU SIT // WESTMAN VILLAGE READS HOT–SMOKED SALMON SALAD // FITNESS A LA MODE SPRING 2018

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Table of Contents DEAR NEIGHBOUR,New image here Life takes us down many roads. Often, Inspired in part by resort-style communities the journey starts before we even take our in Palm Desert, ours is a residential village first step, with those who came before and unlike anything Calgary has seen before, paved the way for us. Believe it or not, the offering a second-to-none lifestyle of path to this inaugural issue of Village Life comfort, convenience and camaraderie. began nearly four decades ago with my father, Alvin Clayton (A.C.) Westman. This magazine is an important part of Westman Village, because it’s been Born in the rural community of Turin, especially produced for the people who Alberta, A.C. was a farmer, a fireman, call this place home and bring it to life. a railroad worker and a salesman. A.C. Village Life will deliver timely stories wasn’t a formally educated man, but he had of unique interest to Villagers, sharing a PhD in life and he understood people. His the experiences and perspectives of our small-town values and big-picture vision residents, staff and retail partners. are behind everything in this community we proudly call Westman Village in his honour. Whatever your path, Westman Village is a place filled with family and good In my 38 years with the company my father friends, both new and old. A place of new and I co-founded, I’ve learned that – along beginnings and ever-afters. A place where with family – the most valuable thing in life time stands still and everything you could is time and the ability to make the most of ever want is waiting right outside your front each moment. This is what we endeavoured door—including a magazine created just to make possible with the creation of for you. Welcome home. Westman Village, and with this magazine.WHAT'S INSIDE Live your best life #wvillageGet Fit While You Sit 3Westman Reads 4Nip Spring Allergies in the Bud 4Fitness à La Mode 6Taste of Westman Village 7Dig In: Balcony Gardening 101 8Rightsize Like a Pro 10Design Corner 11Talking Trash 12Vino and The Village 14

Body + Mind GET FIT WHILE YOU SIT Sitting down most of the day isn’t ideal—but for many of us, the realities of aging, mobility issues and office jobs that tether us to our desks make it the norm. Luckily, Morgan Linehan of MODE Fitness has shared these simple, seated yoga poses to help you stretch, move and invigorate your body and mind. 1. FINGER & WRIST STRETCH 3. SEATED PIGEON POSITION ►► As you exhale, take your gaze slightly behind you and start to bend from your Our hands work hard for us throughout This is a lovely way to open the hips and upper back and chest. Your heart should the day (especially if you type a lot) and glute muscles and is great for people with lift towards the sky creating a curve in we often forget how important it is to lower back pain. the spine. stretch them out. This stretch feels great ►► Repeat 3 times. and can reduce your chances of getting ►► Sit up nice and tall at the very edge of carpal tunnel syndrome. your chair with both feet planted and your 5. SEATED TWIST shoulders down away from your ears. ►► While seated, stretch one arm out ►► Cross your left ankle over your right leg, When we twist our body, we restrict blood in front of you with a slight bend in the with the right foot flat on the floor. Hold flow to areas of the body. The beauty of this elbow, palm facing up to the sky. your left ankle to stabilize. If this feels deep pose comes as we release, bringing a rush ►► Take your other hand and grab the enough, hold here. of freshly oxygenated blood to the area of fingers of the extended hand, gently ►► If you need more, start to hinge forward twist. Twisting through our mid-section also pulling down toward the back of your wrist at the hip, working to keep your back long energizes our spine. Note: twisting is NOT until you feel a light stretch. You can gently and straight. recommended for pregnant women. pull each finger down one at a time for a ►► Switch sides after 5-10 deep breaths. deeper and more targeted stretch. ►► In a comfortable seated position, turn ►► Switch sides after 3 deep breaths. 4. SEATED BACK BEND your body to the left side. You can use your left hand to hold onto the back of the chair 2. SEATED SIDE STRETCH We spend much of our day hunched forward to deepen the twisting sensation. with our shoulders slumped. This stretch ►► Hold for 5-10 breaths, then switch sides. If we are seated most of the day, it is gives a nice counter-position to open the common to feel “squashed” through the chest and slowly build up our back muscles, ALWAYS REMEMBER TO torso. This stretch elongates the body leading to less neck and back pain and BREATHE AND LISTEN through the ribs, diaphragm and lungs so better posture. TO YOUR BODY! we can breathe deeper, bringing more fresh oxygen to all our organs including the brain! ►► Sit comfortably in your chair with your chest lifted and spine long. ►► In a seated position, reach your right arm ►► Take a nice, long, deep breath in and up straight into the air. reach your hands up to the sky. Your arms ►► Extend the right arm toward the left side stay open and wide, fingers separated as of the body, trying to create as much length much as you can. from your right hip to arm pit as possible. Try to keep the crown of the head extending up too, allowing your neck to lengthen. ►► Switch arms after 5-10 nice, deep breaths.3\\

Body + MindWESTMAN READSREAD IT BEFORE YOU SEE IT NIP SPRINGFirst published by Madeleine L’Engle ALLERGIES IN THE BUDin 1962, A Wrinkle in Time is thestory of Meg Murry and her quest April showers bring May flowers…and allergies. If the blossoming flora hasto find her missing scientist father. you sniffling, sneezing and itching for relief, try these natural allergy remediesMeg is joined by her little brother recommended by Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant, Melanie Mathews.Charles Wallace and her new friendCalvin O’Keefe as the trio crosses Quercetin Antioxidantsbarriers of time and space intoa fifth dimension. Found in the skin of onions and apples, Vitamins A, C, E, selenium and zinc are theOriginally intended for adventure- this flavonoid is a natural anti-histamine. essential nutrients that help fight infection,hungry kids, this book has becomea favourite among children and Several studies have shown that when boost immune function and protect againstadults alike. It deals with themessurrounding good and evil, the taken in supplement form it can provide free radical oxidation. One of the best wayspower of love and the complexityof science and the universe. immediate relief for a variety of to get more antioxidants is to eat a wideIt asks the big questions and isa wonderful reminder that our allergy symptoms. variety of fruits and vegetables, going for Nurture your best life #wvillageworlds get smaller as we get older.More than five decades after its Bee Pollen as much colour variety as possible. Snackoriginal release, this beloved story By naturally reducing histamine, bee pollen on berries, citrus fruits, dark leafy greenschallenges and captivates readers, can be effective for a wide range of allergies and bell peppers. Sprinkle vitamin C-richtaking them on an unforgettable and respiratory diseases.cosmic journey. It comes in a liquid, pill, herbs such as cilantro, thyme, basil and parsley in your meals.This classic novel will be comingto the big screen and is directed by powder or granules, but BEE Healthy FatsAva DuVernay, starring Storm Reid, POLLENOprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoonand Mindy Kaling. it’s best to get the actual Omega-3s help fight the granules that the bees make. BUY LOCAL TO inflammation that causes allergy Sprinkle them in smoothies, ENSURE YOU ARE symptoms. Omega-3s cannot be oatmeal, yogurt or granola. BUILDING UP AN produced by the body so they IMMUNITY TO THE Apple Cider Vinegar PLANTS IN YOUR must be obtained in the diet. Consuming – or even just AREA. Sources include walnuts, chia, inhaling the vapours of – this potent, flax, hemp and fish. nutrient filled substance can give relief to As always, be sure to consult your health allergy sufferers. “The Mother”, the cloudy care provider before starting any dietary sediment at the bottom of the bottle, supplement. contains fermented bacterial cultures rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium.New image here //4

Fitness FITNESS À LA MODE M O D E F I T N E S S O P E R ATO R/I N ST R U C TO R MORGAN LINEHAN ON FITNESS FOR E V E RY B O DY A N D E V E RY BO DY. With an undergraduate degree in Communications and a stable oil and gas job, Morgan Linehan was cruising Calgary’s corporate sphere pretty comfortably in 2013 when the instructor of a spin class she’d been regularly attending said, “Hey, you should be a spin instructor!” These seven words – and the confidence boost they imparted – would be the springboard for a total about-face in Linehan’s career direction, launching her headlong into Calgary’s burgeoning boutique fitness industry.5\\

Fitness“I started searching out spin studios, and “Westman Village gave me the opportunity “ It’s about being Shape your best life #wvillagewent to a four-minute long open audition to build a team and create a space that in it together within front of a panel of six people,” says combines a little bit of everything I love people who shareLinehan. She ended up teaching at that about fitness,” says Linehan. “MODE is your goals and yourstudio for years, falling in love with both about getting back to basics, gettingthe workout and the community. From spin, people moving and helping everybody passion.”she branched into barre, boxing, yoga and feel successful in their fitness program.”The Lagree Method™, embracing the unique WHAT IS INFRAREDbenefits of each practice along with the The 3,500-square foot studio is a tranquil HOT YOGA?sense of support and connection they – yet energizing – space, decorated in aall shared.. primarily neutral color palette with pops Where traditional hot yoga studios of bright red and lots of fun, retro touches can feel stuffy from warm furnace“I am always blown away by the connections like 50s pin-up icons blown up on the walls. air being blown in, infrared heatand circles of relationships forged in the All by design to fit Linehan’s vision for a feels more like the radiant heat ofboutique fitness community,” says Linehan. light, bright space that is warm and inviting sunlight—minus the dangerous“A studio isn’t just about working out, it’s without being overly feminine. MODE Fitness UV rays, of course. Infrared heatersabout being in it together with people who is meant to be inclusive and welcoming emit therapeutic heat that:share your goals and your passion.” to people of all fitness levels, body types ►► Increases circulation and backgrounds. Linehan explains, “We ►► DetoxifiesWhen Linehan first launched her own really wanted to strip away the intimidation ►► Relieves aches and painsbusiness, she was leading up to 28 classes factor and offer that small-town, ►► Improves flexibilitya week—a schedule that she is the first to everybody-knows-your-name vibe thatadmit was “insane”. Since then, she’s found a makes a boutique studio so comfortable.” Plus, it’s more eco-friendly andbalance in both her workload and her overall economical than conventionaloutlook on health and wellness. Currently, the studio offers spin, yoga and forced-air heating systems. infrared hot yoga classes and will be adding“I’m not an ‘all or nothing’ person,” says a strength program in mid-2018. While you’llLinehan. “I think we can be healthy when definitely work up a serious sweat at any ofwe’re drinking a green smoothie and MODE’s classes, the atmosphere is decidedlywhen we’re drinking red wine.” lighthearted. Morgan, who often jokes that she was born in the wrong decade, likes toLinehan’s fitness philosophy is more pump out the 80s jams in her spin classesabout mindset and less about blasting where riders tap it back and sprint it outout mindless sets. She believes that being under a gleaming disco ball.aware of your own body and listening towhat it needs is the key to finding your own To anybody on the fence about tryingpersonal health equilibrium. She’s also a a new fitness class, Linehan offers upbig proponent of building more “nothing” some sage advice.moments into life. What’s a nothingmoment? Simply taking the time to “Ultimately, you just have to be comfortablebreathe and be present. with being uncomfortable when you try something new for the first time—because“We all get caught up in our on-the-go everybody is,” she says. “Reach out to thelives with packed schedules and massive studio or the instructors with any questionsto-do lists,” Linehan says. “At the end of or concerns, bring a buddy along and justa class, I always encourage people to take take that leap of faith!”30 seconds to just tap into doing nothingand reflect on how you felt before and Find your MODE at MODE Fitnesshow you feel afterwards.” in the Village Centre, or visit modefitnessstudio.com for moreIn 2017, the stars aligned with Linehan eager information, pricing and class schedules.to develop her own take on a fitness studio Don’t forget that Westman Villageconcept and Westman Village on the hunt residents enjoy a 10% discount!for fresh, innovative wellness and lifestyleprogramming for their soon-to-be residents. //6

Taste of Westman Village HOT-SMOKED SALMON SALAD Jon Kristjanson is the Regional Director of Operations for Marquise Hospitality and will be leading the team at Headquarters Restaurant in Westman Village. For Jon, food does more than just nourish us, it also has the power to bring us together. He’s looking forward to sharing his passion for food and creating a warm, caring environment with healthy, delicious meals for each Headquarters guest. PREPARATION TIME: 20 MINS // COOKING TIME: 10 MINS // SERVES: 4 250g new potatoes, halved. Jon suggests Fresh chili, lemon & lime dressing 3. Whisk together (or pulse in a food tri-colour mixed if available Juice from ½ lime 100g bundle of asparagus Juice from ½ lemon processor) the salad dressing ingredients 125g bag mixed spring salad leaves 4 ½ TBSP extra virgin olive oil and season to taste with the coarse sea salt ½ bunch of parsley, cleaned ½ TBSP Dijon or seedy mustard and fresh cracked pepper. and roughly chopped 1 red chili, seeded and finely diced ½ bunch mint, cleaned and roughly chopped Coarse sea salt & fresh cracked pepper 4. In a large bowl, toss together the ½ bunch fresh cilantro (optional) 4 red radishes, thinly sliced 1. Break off hard stalks of the asparagus potatoes, asparagus, salad leaves, herbs 4 hot-smoked salmon filets, skinless and radishes. Add ¾ of the dressing, 2 green onions, sliced diagonally and cut stems in half lengthwise. thoroughly mix through the salad, and then spread the salad over a large platter. 2. Boil potatoes in salted water until 5. Break up the hot-smoked salmon tender (approx. 8-10 mins), adding the asparagus for the final 2 mins of cooking. into large pieces and scatter over the Drain and allow to cool. top. Sprinkle on the sliced green onions as a garnish. Finish by pouring remaining dressing over the top. Note: If hot-smoked salmon is not available, you can grill fresh salmon steaks with barbeque seasoning rub.77\\\\

Home + GardenDIG IN: BALCONY GARDENING 101URBAN GARDENING Think about going vertical Cultivate your best life #wvillage You don’t have to have a huge balcony tois all the rage and a balcony garden or have a beautiful garden. There are plentycontainer garden is a wonderful way to of options for vertical gardens, from DIYturn your balcony into your own little oasis. palette projects to ready-made systemsHere are a few things to keep in mind from most garden centres. Also, don’twhen starting out: forget to make use of the hanging space.On the sunny side Westman Village residentsThere’s no shortage of sunshine in Calgary have access to an indoorduring the summer. In order to decide what potting station in thekinds of plants will thrive on your balcony, Village Centre. Aprons andcheck which direction you face. If it’s south, tools are supplied so youyou can expect loads of sun. If you face can avoid the after-mess ofnorth, you’ll need to find plants that require planting in your new home.very little sunlight—but don’t worry, thereare still lots of options.To water or not to water ?Balcony gardens do require quite a bitof attention when it comes to watering.Because the vessel is smaller, you’ll findmost plants dry out quite quickly and willneed water once (or even twice) per day.If you want a less needy collection of plants,look at succulents or consider water bulbsor a watering system to keep your plantshappy and hydrated.Eat your vegetablesMany edible plants thrive in pots.Depending on your sunlight exposure youshould think about planting tomatoes,beans, lettuce, peas, radishes, peppersand many herbs. Lettuce can be especiallydelightful as you can combine differentvarieties together in one pot for a salad mix. //8

Home + Decor RIGHTSIZE LIKE A PRO You know how it goes. Over the years you upgrade your home to accommodate the kids, the dog, and your spouse’s penchant for knick-knacks. Thousands of square feet (and one impressive ceramic cat collection) later, you find that the “home of your dreams” has enormous utility bills, property taxes that keep going up and a mortgage that keeps you awake at night. That’s when you decide to move into a home that is right for your life stage.99\\\\

Home + DecorThe process of downsizing, or as we like TOSS, DONATE, SELL Do a bit ofto think of it, rightsizing, can be a very There are a variety of options when it comes research aboutliberating experience. Not only will you to actually getting rid of the things you organizations thatenjoy greater financial freedom, but it will won’t need. For items you think have value, accept donationscompletely change your quality of life. there are plenty of places online to sell your and choose one thatYou’ll have more time to travel, and you’ll things; just don’t expect to get a return on aligns with yourspend less time trying to make it through your investment. After you’ve decided which personal values.your never-ending to-do list. Plus, by items might be worth selling, consider This will make themaking the choice to rightsize now rather which ones are gently used and could be process of donatingthan when you have to, you’ll be in control great to donate. items that muchof every decision. easier because you Next, it’s time to toss. As hard as it may know they are goingMaking the process of rightsizing as be, you will come across a lot of items in towards helping apainless as possible is within reach. your home that simply need to go to the good cause.Nate Edwards and Robin Sherwood from dump. If you have a lot of things that you’reVirtuo—Calgary’s only home buying and sending to the landfill, consider hiring amoving concierge share their best advice junk removal company to alleviate somefor anyone looking to scale back. of the labour.START DECLUTTERING Finally, if the process of rightsizing is just too much for you to handle, ask for help.Begin the process of decluttering sooner Whether it’s family, friends or professionals,rather than later, preferably about 6 months a second (or third) set of hands can bein advance of when you plan to move. immensely helpful with decluttering, makingThink of decluttering as a new weekly habit. a plan and disposing of the items you won’tTo avoid feeling overwhelmed, tackle small be moving into your new home.spaces and start with areas of your houseyou use less (e.g. the shed, spare bedroom, While the process of rightsizing can be an Style your best life #wvillagestorage closet). emotional and seemingly impossible task at times, it’s important to remember why Kick things off with a 30-day you’re making this lifestyle change. Focus decluttering challenge on the positive benefits of making some On day one of the challenge, pick one tough decisions. Take the process one day item to donate or throw away. On day at a time and remind yourself what you’re two, choose two items. On day three working towards. choose three items (and so on). After 30 days you’ll have removed 465 items Downsizing Like A Pro was a feature from your home! presentation in the Westman Village Speaker Series. To find out more aboutPLAN AHEAD upcoming presentations visitCreating a plan and setting goals for westmanvillage.com/whats-happening/yourself will help you define what you speaker-seriesneed to accomplish. Start by picturing whatyour new place will look like and how it will “80% of people are forced to downsizefunction. Then create a list of what you will due to a significant life event.”need (and what will fit) in your new home. Map everything out Use a piece of graph paper to map out your new home. Each square represents one square foot. Then begin organizing your existing furniture in your new space. //10

Design Corner SMALL SPACE. HUGE IMPACT. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SPACE.From miniature studio apartments to tiny Bright Ideas Also, try to select pieces that make thehouses, many people are choosing to live most of your vertical space and help makean intentionally edited life. And while you Lighting is key for any space, big or small. your ceilings feel higher. From bookshelvesmight not be moving into 100 square feet, With a smaller space, Taylor emphasizes to window coverings, higher is better. Anda space that is smaller than you’re used to flexibility. Use pot lights throughout your finally, select some pieces of furniture thatcan still feel grand and spacious. We spoke space so can organize your space freely. double as storage (you can never have tooto interior designer Jennifer Taylor of Nuvo For instance, if you have statement lighting much storage).Interior Design about how to create the such as a chandelier, you’ll be forced to workillusion of a larger and more open space around that when arranging your furniture. Mirror, Mirror On The WallIn Living Colour Get Comfy Mirrors can be a great addition to any space but are especially helpful in smaller space.Go with a neutral colour palette and keep The furniture you choose can set the tone Taylor suggests placing a framed mirrorit cohesive throughout your space. Too for your entire space. Consider these top closer to windows to help bring more lightmany colours will actually break up the three things when furnishing a smaller into your space and create the illusion ofspace making it look smaller than it is. space: scale, vertical footprint, and storage. more space.Taylor suggests a soft white or soft grey Start with being conscious of the scalethroughout, adding pops of colour with of your furniture. Many retailers haveaccessories, décor, and draperies. apartment furniture that will have a slightly smaller footprint than traditional furniture. Take your time and do some research when decorating a small space. And if you feel overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to hire an interior designer for a consultation. They will bring fresh eyes and expertise that could completely transform your new space.1111\\\\

Village InnovationTALKING TRASHW H I L E G A R B AG E CO L L EC T I O N M AY N OT B E T H E F I R ST A M E N I T Y T HAT COME S TO MIND W H E N YO U T H I N K A BO U T YO U R CO M M U N I T Y, I T ’ S A N U N Q U E ST I O N A B LY V I TA L O N E .THE AVERAGE CANADIAN providing up to five times the capacity lifting liner. The container, its user lid andTHROWS AWAY ABOUT within the same surface area as surroundings stay clean because waste is777 KG OF GARBAGE conventional garbage bins. Underground lifted out instead of tipped out.EVERY YEAR, and all that smelly, temperatures keep the waste cool, minimizing the unpleasant odours usually “Listening to the needs of the end-users,unsightly rubbish has to go somewhere so inextricably linked to waste. All of this and understanding the challenges theybefore it gets hauled off to the landfill, allows for fewer bins and less frequent face is an important part of our operatingcompost or recycling facility. collections, reducing truck traffic and philosophy,” says Hillis. “While this is lowering emissions. often contrary to the top-down approachEnter the Molok® Deep Collection™ system. practiced by many waste haulers in theCreated and developed in Finland in the “At Molok, we are always thinking of how world, it is necessary to create real change.”1980s, Molok containers are now used in to work with, and for, the environment, asover 40 countries worldwide. Marja Hillis, opposed to against it,” says Salli. “With this Explore your best life #wvillageMolok founder Veikko Salli’s daughter, objective at the core of everything we do,came to Canada in 1997 and started Molok all the design rules we have originate fromNorth America Ltd. in the spring of 1999. the laws of nature.”Molok North America Ltd. has been namedin the Canadian PROFIT 500 group for Reduced heavy truck traffic means increasedfastest growing companies for the past four safety on site, and the containers are at ayears, while Marja Hillis herself has been height which is easily accessible by peoplerecognized twice on the PROFIT/Chatelaine of all ages and abilities while self-closingW100 ranking and awards program, which lids help keep litter in—and critters out.celebrates entrepreneurial achievement byCanadian women who own and manage Molok bins are also less obtrusive thantheir businesses. traditional dumpsters, blending into their surroundings. Further, the crane-liftedIn residential settings like Westman Village, design of Molok allows for the containers tothe advantages of the Molok system are be placed where they are easily accessiblenumerous. The vertical, semi-underground by users and emptied through a reusabledesign uses gravity to compact waste,“We are always thinking of how to work with, and for, the environment, as opposed to against it.” //12

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AS RETIREES, DIANA AND KEN JOSEPH FOUND THEMSELVES TRAVELLING Spring Wine GuideMORE AND STAYING HOME LESS, sometimes returning to their Calgary condofor only a month – or even just a week – at a time between their travels. For the past five years, she has spent four to fiveWhile they loved their apartment-style condo, they realized that it wasn’t months each summer working with 8th Generationquite giving them everything they wanted out of a home. Vineyards in Summerland, British Columbia. The winery is so named because owners Bernd“We had been there for four years and we really hadn’t connected with any of and Stefanie Schales are the eighth consecutiveour neighbours,” says Diana. “The complex we were in wasn’t really conducive generation of Schales to produce wines, with theirto getting to know people.” family’s winemaking history dating back to 1783.Both the amenity-rich, community-minded lifestyle offered while “home” and “8th Generation produces wonderful estate wines,”the lock-and-leave convenience provided while “away”, spurred the couple to says Diana. “Working with them and attending theirmake their move to Westman Village. company sponsored training programs is where I’ve picked up much of my wine knowledge.”“We’re looking forward to making new friends and getting to know newneighbours,” says Diana. “Plus, there’s the steam room and golf simulator We’re pleased to welcome Diana and Ken to thefor my husband and the library, wine cellar and tasting room for me!” Village. Despite being in the middle of a 129-day cruise at the time of writing, we still tapped DianaOh yes, the wine cellar. Diana is a long-time wine connoisseur turned for some spring wine suggestions—best enjoyedseasonal winery employee, who is looking forward to getting to know some right here in Westman Village.new wines (and fellow aficionados) down in the 5,250-bottle capacity cellarin the Village Centre.Spring �ne Guide TOAST THE TURNING SEASON WITH DIANA JOSEPH’S PERFECT PAIRINGS FOR EVERY OCCASION Savour your best life #wvillage ST. PADDY’S DAY EASTER DINNER THE FIRST PATIO VICTORIA DAY THAT LAST FREAK WEATHER DAY LONG WEEKEND SNOWSTORMThe wine: IN MAYIf you don’t fancy Guinness The wine: The wine: AT THE LAKEor green lager, it’s perfectly Something yellow of course! Grab a rosé and seize the The wine:acceptable to raise your glass A nicely aged Pinot Gris or day! Everybody’s favourite The wine: We’re sorry, but this iswith a red or white. Go for a juicy, off-dry white like easy-to-drink pink is the If you ask us, any time Calgary and you knowsomething with green or Gewürztraminer pairs nicely perfect way to celebrate the you get to sip wine lakeside that one more icy blast isgrassy flavours like a with lamb, ham or turkey first taste of sunshine and is cause for celebration, coming. Embrace the lastSauvignon Blanc or an and all your spring good times al fresco. so you know it’s gotta be chance to curl up withold school Pinot Noir. vegetable sides. bubbles! Choose a crisp, a bowl of hot-buttered Try: sparkly prosecco, close your popcorn and your favouriteTry: Try: 8th Generation Vineyards, eyes and pretend you’re warming red before springMission Hill, 2015, Sumac Ridge, 2015, Private 2016, Pinot Meunier Rosé lounging on Lake Como. is here to stay.Terroir Collection, No. 43 Reserve Gewürztraminer 8thgeneration.comReflection Point Pinot Noir sumacridge.com Try: Try:missionhillwinery.com LaMarca Prosecco Quails' Gate, 2015, lamarcaprosecco.com The Boswell Syrah quailsgate.com //14

VILLAGE LIFEWE DON’T LIVE DIVIDED – WE LIVE TOGETHER. AND LIFE DOESN’THAPPEN BEHIND CLOSED DOORS. // WE WANT TO FORGETABOUT DIVISIONS AND START TALKING ABOUT UNITY. AND ABOUTCOMMUNITY. ABOUT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE OPEN OUR DOORSAND LOOK AROUND. // WHEN PROXIMITY MAKES ALL THINGSPOSSIBLE AND A REVOLUTIONARY MIX OF PRODUCTS ALLOWSYOUTH TO MINGLE WITH EXPERIENCE, INDIVIDUALITY TO HARMONIZEWITH FAMILY AND DISCOVERY TO FUSE WITH TRADITION. IN A PLACEWHERE HAND-SELECTED RETAIL SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY ANDEXTRAORDINARY AMENITIES KEEP IT MOVING FORWARD, ALWAYSOFFERING MORE. // WESTMAN VILLAGE IS ABOUT GETTING MOREOUT YOUR DOOR. BECAUSE WHEN YOU HAVE MORE, YOU CAN BEMORE. MORE INSPIRED, MORE PASSIONATE, MORE PRODUCTIVE,MORE ALIVE AND MORE CONNECTED TO WHAT MATTERS. THEY SAYIT TAKES A VILLAGE. AND WE COULDN’T AGREE MORE. IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A COMMUNITY.