Category Archives: COMMUNITY

RED DEER LOCAL SPOTLIGHT | DOSE COFFEE AND LOVE

Coffee aficionados rejoice! At long last, Red Deer has a specialty coffee / tea shop. Located on Ross Street on the upper floor of Sunworks, this quaint little cafe is creating a bit of a buzz (sorry, I had to go there!). From when you first walk into the cafe, you get a sense of what the...

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RED DEER LOCAL SPOTLIGHT | ALTA BOUTIQUE

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Every once in a while you come across a little hidden business gem. In Red Deer, I am finding that this happens more and more frequently as I explore the town.  Unique businesses are becoming more prevalent in Red Deer, and seem to be thriving because of a growing population who is willing to get...

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TRICK, TREAT, OR OTHER? (HALLOWEEN)| RED DEER REAL ESTATE

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It’s Halloween weekend in Red Deer, so I am sure you all are getting your last minute costumes slapped together and getting ready to go out on the town and enjoy the festivities over the weekend. There are a few options in our community, whether it is trick or treating with the kids, the Zed’s...

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RED DEER LOCAL SPOTLIGHT | IDEA MARKET

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As far as I can tell, the buzz about Idea Market has been building for a few years now. When I originally relocated back to Red Deer in 2008, I remember seeing the Idea Market vehicle around town. Immediately I was intrigued by the unique logo and very simple yet eye-catching design. After doing a...

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Louise - August 17, 2010 - 7:49 pm

It is really neat to read and see Idea Market from an outside eye, thank you for this. Oh and…you made Carson look skinny! Way to go Andrea!

Carson - August 17, 2010 - 7:08 pm

Oh mom…

Thank you so much for the profile, Mike and Andrea! We were pumped to see the results and you totally delivered. Great work!

MW - August 17, 2010 - 2:05 pm

Carson IS a real business person! He helps people / community on a daily basis, whether he knows it or not :)

MW - August 17, 2010 - 2:03 pm

Thanks Andrew, I feel the brand goes hand-in-hand with the values. both are top notch!

Andrew - August 17, 2010 - 2:00 pm

Great article. Nice to see Idea’s brand and values hit the market.

Winona Pierce - August 17, 2010 - 11:57 am

I love this article. You make my son sound like a real business person. Thank you for your support.

DOWNTOWN MARKET (WED 4-7) | RED DEER REAL ESTATE

Do you enjoy a nice summer morning stroll down to Red Deer’s own Farmer’s Market evey Saturday? Perhaps you enjoy going to pick up some locally produced goods to load your fridge for the week. Do you ever find yourself unable to make it to the market one week, or running a bit short on...

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MW - August 10, 2010 - 9:52 am

Thanks Tylor! We are always working Saturdays, and only ever go to the market for the food items, so it is a great alternative that fits into our schedule! Maybe we will see you down there? I’ll be the guy with my mits full of veggies.

Tylor - August 10, 2010 - 8:37 am

Nice article, a true farmers market, and great for a mid-week stock-up. Stoked to head there tomorrow.