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Regina...not the hole you think it is!

Regina Public Library: Best public space in Regina, and home to the wonderful Dunlop Art Gallery and the city's only repertory cinema, the RPL Film Theatre.

The Sasquatch: Saskatchewan's best independent source of provincial issues and current affairs. The Sasquatch is a non-profit, independent newspaper that covers issues and current events with a commitment to promoting the public interest and fostering democratic debate.

Briarpatch Magazine: a contemporary issues magazine with a chip on its shoulder and a fire in its belly. Fiercely independent and frequently irreverent, Briarpatch tackles today’s most pressing problems from a radical, grassroots perspective. Publishing since 1973(!!), Briarpatch conspires to provoke, inspire and empower its readers in their efforts to build a better world.

Regina Folk Festival: I promise you won't want to go home. Second weekend in August.

Saskatchewan Filmpool Cooperative: A kick-ass non-profit artist-run centre that supports and assists independent visionary film and video production in Saskatchewan. The Filmpool is committed to developing an awareness and appreciation of independent film that reflects the individual and collective cultural expression of Saskatchewan people.

MacKenzie Art Gallery: World class public art gallery that's virtually always free.

Heritage Community Association: Fighting the good fight for Regina's less fortunate, of which there are too many.

Chicken & Wine: An informal lecture series that places priority on enthusiasm over expertise. Lecturers are invited to present a short 10-15 minute lecture on ANY subject of their choosing. The only criteria is that the lecturer must have a keen interest in the subject - be it a recent fascination, or a life-long obsession - but is not considered an "expert" per se. Best event in Regina...with delicious Ethiopian buffet to boot.

Regina Farmers' Market: We all need to eat...may as well do it right.

Regina Urban Ecology Blog: Aforum to discuss the many aspects of the urban experience in Regina, Saskatchewan. The term “urban ecology” encompasses issues of urban planning and design, aspects of community, art and culture, as well as the natural ecology of the city. A place to discuss how a unique urban experience is built and developed.

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