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It's been a while since we've had a neighbour and I have missed popping next door for a little friday afternoon treat.  So it's with great pleasure that I can announce that The Makk on 124 is open for business!

So far I've only tried the lobster bisque and if that was any indication of the rest of the menu then we are in for a treat.  I'm pretty sure I'll be satisfying my late nite cravings with the Bacon Date Brochette pretty soon!  

I met Stephen and Matt and Chef Kasiran when they were renovating and I think we're going to get along great.  We're already sharing some of our art with them and hopefully we'll see some space sharing ideas as they get busier and more well-known.  Already they've made quite a splash on the street and it's great to see another restaurant opening up and serving quality local food.

The Makk on 124 has it's Grand Opening this Thursday, November 15th which happens to coincide with the opening of Anne  McCartney's solo exhibit Layers of Alberta.  Not to add to their stress we've opted to have our evening catered by the equally fabulous folks from The Dish and the Runaway Spoon who begin their  movie nights again really soon and my table is booked for Love Actually!

124th street is a great place to be for small independent businesses.  From restaurants to boutiques to hair salons to furniture stores and art galleries there is a whole bunch of passionate folks wanting to share that passion with you.  If you haven't been down lately you should!  Who needs the mall when you can shop 124th street and support your friends and neighbours?

Have a great week - and see you at the openings!

Karen







 
 
One of the things Rick and I wanted to accomplish when we began the Gallery was to build a sense of community by supporting our neighbours and causes dear to our hearts.  

124th Street is a great place to locate, it's full of independent businesses who share a similar vision to ours.  We couldn't have asked for better neighbours than d'Lish, The Dish and the Spoon, MUDD, Bosom Babies, Duchess Bake Shop and all the fabulous Galleries to name just a few.  When an opportunity arises to do something together it seems we're all happy to help.  One such opportunity arose last week and we're thrilled that we can help support the MoSistas and they raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer.  The main part of the evening will be next door d'Lish while we combine the opening of Samantha Williams-Chaplesky's "Explore" show with the MoSistas' Silent Auction at the Gallery on the evening of Thursday, November 10th.

We've also bought 10 tickets for the Night of Artists Kids with Cancer Fundraiser evening on Friday November 18th.  Many of our artists, including Rick and I, are members of Night of Artists and so it seems a natural thing for us to support their efforts.  Watch for us on Breakfast TV, November 17th as we kick off the 15th anniversary celebrations.

Over 11 years ago my father passed away from lung cancer.  There are few of us whose lives have not been impacted by this disease and I hope and pray that one day scientists will find a cure.  In the meantime we are committed to being good neighbours and good citizens and thank all the neighbouring businesses for their support,  friendship and encouragement.

Happy Saturday 
Karen