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Hamilton Spectator
15-07-2025
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Walk in the Park shoe fundraiser a success
The inaugural 'Take a Walk in the Park' was an incredible success thanks to the spirit of generosity not just from the people of Medicine Hat, but throughout the country. A spiritual sibling to the Coats on Finlay event in the winter, the event asked for residents to stop by Riverside Veterans' Memorial Park, either to donate used pairs of shoes that were still in good condition, to pick up a pair that they might need, or both. 'The community has just once again shown that they turn up and they support. We have all varieties of shoes. They've been arriving since mid-morning and the afternoon, and we have lots of people shopping. We've had families come in,' said Helen Snortland, who organized the event alongside Kym Porter. Porter estimated they received at least one thousand pairs of shoes, both over the course of the day and in donated pairs given to the organizers prior to the event. At the time of the interview, most of the paths within the park were lined with shoes, varying from steel toed or winter boots to high heels and sandals. Porter and Snortland expressed gratitude to everyone who participated, both locally and those from Calgary and beyond who donated shoes or money to the cause. They said they were not surprised by the turnout, they were delighted. 'It feels marvelous that we live in a community that wants to help their neighbors and their fellow community members out,' said Porter, who attributed the success partially to drawing on the same community spirit as which makes Coats on Finlay a success every year. 'What else I think helps with this response is that it's only one day,' said Porter. 'So we have things that we collect and we keep and we say to ourselves that we're going to take it down to the thrift store or the Salvation Army, but we keep putting it off. But when it's specific to one day, it seems to motivate people to do this now, because there's no other day to do it.' Any of the shoes that remained after the end of the event will be distributed to various organizations throughout the community, explained Snortland, such as the Health Foundation, and potentially the Mustard Seed, with a majority being gathered for the Lion's Club International Foundation's Soles for Souls program. The Lion's Club organization's program will ship the shoes where they're needed throughout the world. 'We really just want to thank the community,' said Snortland. 'People come down and thank us, but really, it's everyone coming together that makes this possible.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
UGG DROPS FAN-FAVORITE MUSTARD SEED COLORWAY IN A BRAND-NEW SILHOUETTE -- GOLDENSTAR & GOLDENCOAST UGGBRAID CLOG
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California-based global lifestyle brand UGG® (a division of Deckers Brands [NYSE: DECK]), launches the Goldenstar and Goldencoast UGGbraid Clog collection in the highly coveted colorway, Mustard Seed. Available in men's, women's, kids', and toddler sizes, the craveable clogs are now available exclusively at and UGG® stores nationwide. "Partnering with Gray's Papaya, an iconic New York institution, brings the launch of our new silhouette in Mustard Seed to life in a way that's both nostalgic and fresh," said Tracy Paoletti, Vice President & General Manager, UGG® North America. "Available for the whole family, this limited-edition drop of our Goldenstar and Goldencoast UGGbraid Clogs celebrates everything UGG stands for—bold self-expression, unexpected style, and cultural connection." Crafted with velvety suede and an ultra-lightweight outsole for all-day wear, the Goldencoast UGGbraid Clog II ($130 for men) and Goldenstar UGGbraid Clog ($130 for women, $75 for kids, and $65 for toddlers) combine style and comfort in one easy slip-on. The adjustable heel strap features the brand's signature UGGbraid design—a nod to iconic UGG® DNA and recognized brand code—and swivels for a two-in-one wearing option: secure with the back strap or laid-back as an open-back slide. To celebrate the return of the beloved Mustard Seed colorway, now featured in the brand-new collection, UGG® teamed up with Gray's Papaya, the iconic New York City hot dog institution, to give away free hot dogs to brand fans at the Gray's Papaya Upper West Side flagship and selected pop-ups in Brooklyn and at the UGG® Soho store during the Fourth of July weekend. As part of the event, UGG® and Gray's Papaya tapped the legendary Cevallos Brothers to create custom hand-painted signs. Known for their bold, retro-inspired style, Carlos and Miguel Cevallos have spent decades crafting their distinctive, handcrafted signs to NYC's favorite spots. Their playful, unmistakable work—with lots of personality—perfectly reflects the quality, craftsmanship, and timeless spirit at the core of both brands. The Goldenstar and Goldencoast UGGbraid Clog in Mustard Seed are available now exclusively to UGG® at For high-res content on the collection and event, please see here. About UGG® Founded in 1978 by an Australian surfer on the coast of California, UGG® is a global lifestyle brand renowned for its iconic Classic boot. First worn by Hollywood royalty, fashion editors, and then the world, UGG® designs and retails footwear, apparel, accessories, and homewares with an uncompromising attitude toward quality and craftsmanship. Delivering more than $2 billion in annual sales, UGG® partners with the best retailers globally and owns concept and outlet stores worldwide in key markets, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Paris, London, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Beijing. For more information, please visit @ugg. About Gray's Papaya Gray's Papaya is an iconic family-owned and operated hot dog shop on the UWS of Manhattan, opened by Nicholas Gray in 1973, serving "the best hot dog anywhere," according to Anthony Bourdain. Gray's is known for their mouth-watering hot dogs that are grilled to perfection with the perfect balance of smoke and spice and an unforgettable "snap" as you bite into the juiciest, most flavor-filled hot dog anywhere. Gray's unforgettable kitsch and authenticity have attracted hipsters and clubbers, celebrities, and many Manhattan chefs, making it the great equalizer where everyone feels at home. Gray's has gained international recognition as it appears in every guidebook as a "must stop" when visiting New York and for its many cameos in TV shows and movies like Sex and the City, Billions, Fools Rush In, and You've Got Mail. Press Contacts: UGG®Matty MagninSenior PR ManagerMobile: (917) R\WestMegan McWilliamsPR Account Supervisormeganm@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE UGG Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time Out
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Gray's Papaya and UGG will give out free hot dogs in NYC on July 4th
Uptown stalwart Gray's Papaya has been griddling up one of New York's best hot dogs (both a la carte or as that iconic Recession Special, with two crispy-skinned all-beef Sabrett tubers and a medium tropical drink for $7.50) for half a century. And to celebrate the 4th of July in NYC —the most hot dog-loving day around—the franks franchise is partnering with Ugg to give away free hot dogs during the holiday weekend. On Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5, G ray's Papaya and UGG —which is festively fêting the return of a beloved UGG colorway, Mustard Seed (get it?), now in a new Goldenstar UGGBraid Clog silhouette (no, we're not entirely sure what those words mean either)—will be giving out gratis frankfurters throughout New York City, starting at noon until they're gone. Hungry hot dog lovers can find the on-the-house links at Gray's Papaya's 72nd Street flagship (at 2090 Broadway) as well as at a collab hot-dog cart in Brooklyn's Domino Park on July 4th; or head to the UGG Soho store located at 79 Mercer Street, where another cart will be parked outside on July 5th. Now, for the important caveat: Though the promo events are free and open to the public, you will need to sign up for UGG Rewards to get the complimentary hot dogs, which does seem a small price to pay for a great wiener. 'Partnering with Gray's Papaya, an iconic New York institution, brings the launch of our new silhouette in Mustard Seed to life in a way that's both nostalgic and fresh,' Tracy Paoletti, vice president and general manager of Ugg North America, said in a statement. 'Available for the whole family, this limited-edition drop of our Goldenstar and Goldencoast Uggbraid Clogs celebrates everything Ugg stands for—bold self-expression, unexpected style, and cultural connection.'
Calgary Herald
08-05-2025
- Climate
- Calgary Herald
Unhoused Calgarians to benefit from expanded year-round extreme weather supports
Calgarians experiencing homelessness will soon have more access to safe, indoor spaces year-round, as two of the city's dedicated warming centres transition into year-round respites from extreme weather. Article content Article content Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF) announced the initiative Thursday, a collaboration with the City of Calgary, Calgary police and United Way of Calgary. While offering shelter from extreme weather, the spaces aim to reduce barriers to housing and support reintegration into the community, ultimately helping people break the cycle of homelessness, the homeless foundation said in a release. Article content Article content 'It's very exciting for us to be able to serve more people and get them the supports that they need,' said Bo Masterson, the foundation's VP of stakeholder engagement. 'It's a really great opportunity to serve folks year round in a way that is very accessible, welcoming (and) supportive. Article content Article content 'Connecting them to services is a huge opportunity for our city to support people where they're at.' Article content The City of Calgary has committed $1.1 million per year over the next two years for the Day Spaces, according to the Calgary Homeless Foundation. Article content Masterson said the transition to year-round service was driven by the success of the Extreme Weather Response at creating low barrier access points to connect people to more sustainable, longer term supports, such as referrals to housing, mental health and medical supports, financial coaching and tax help. During the winter, more than 37,000 visits were recorded at five Extreme Weather Response locations, the foundation said. Article content Article content 'That is the success that really led us to thinking about having this this support year round,' Masterson said. Article content What is a Day Space? Article content According to CHF, Day Spaces provide an alternative to public spaces such as libraries, parks and transit during the day. They offer a trauma-informed place where people can rest, get a warm meal or beverage, and connect with services. Article content The year-round spaces will provide refuge during periods of extreme weather, such as extreme heat, cold or smoky conditions, while also connecting people to resources to ultimately support their journey out of homelessness. Article content The first expansion will take place at the Mustard Seed's Community Impact Centre, where renovations will increase daily capacity from 300 to 450. Office sapce on the second floor will be converted into service areas. Article content The centre already provides extreme weather programs, such as hygiene items, clothing, hot lunches and connection to support services. Article content 'We're very excited about this opportunity,' said Mustard Seed CEO James Gardiner. 'It gives us the chance to connect with more people in the vulnerable population that we seek to reach … This allows us to be able to touch more lives.'
Press and Journal
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Press and Journal
Emily in Scotland's favourite spots around Inverness, from battlefields to coffee shops
Visiting the Black Isle to make a wish at the Clootie Well and spot some dolphins is the perfect way to spend a day, according to Emily Chalmers, aka, Emily In Scotland. She shares all her adventures and trips, often with her dog, a Weimaraner named Baxter, across the Highlands and beyond with thousands of online followers. Emily, who grew up in Dingwall, also uses her social media platforms to share interesting stories and legends from the area. The project manager found her inspiration after listening to her granddad's stories while 'touring about'. It was while the pair were driving all over the place that his many interesting stories would come out. Emily, who is based near Inverness, would then research these stories when she got home, and that's where her interest grew. Now she has 146k followers on Instagram, a further 177k on Facebook, and 112.4k on TikTok, who all tune in to be inspired. We chatted to Emily about her love of the Highlands, and some of her favourite things about Inverness… I live quite close to Loch Ness, so it's always what comes to my mind, but what probably interests me the most is the Culloden battlefield and its history. I'm getting a bit obsessive about the history of it all. I love the battlefield, and I walk Baxter there. The Clava Cairns are also right up there. I'm still waiting to see it during the winter solstice, that's when the sunrise lines up with all the stones. But, I missed it in December, so that's my goal for this year… if I remember. The Victorian Market is one of my favourite places now that it's been done up; it's so good. If I want something to eat, it's usually where I pop in. There's so much choice and it's so pretty with all the fairy lights, I really love it. The actual Bad Girl Bakery is just along the road at Muir of Ord, so I've gone there too many times. The cakes are not like normal-sized cakes! Because I'm from here, I've had way too many nights in Johnny Foxes and the Den, they're probably not memorable in that I cannot remember them. I always think a night out in Inverness should include live music at Hootananny's. I don't think you can get a more traditional, great Inverness experience than being in there. You never know what's going to be happening there. I think it's got to be the Mustard Seed, I think they are steadily good. And they use all locally sourced products, and it's just always really good. I haven't had a bad meal there. For something more casual I'm always at the Black Isle Brewery, I don't drink the beer but I am a sucker for those pizzas. They do one that's like truffle and mushrooms, it's so good. It's dog-friendly, so when Baxter and I are in the area, that's where we're going. I think I get a lot of my inspiration online, like I deep dive into old maps and Canmore. And going to visitor centres. I know a lot of people visit the battlefield, for example, but don't always necessarily go to the visitor centre, which is what I've done for years. I only recently went a couple of months ago, and it's filled with so much information. Talking to the locals is where you hear the best stories, from people who have witnessed it. One of my favourite stories is that my grandfather swore he saw the Loch Ness Monster, and not in the water. He saw it on the banks of Loch Ness sunbathing. I love little tidbits like that. My first memories are so old and nostalgic, but the clock in the Eastgate Centre that used to do a show — that was one of my favourite things that I would always go and look at. It always seemed like such a big thing going to Inverness, even from the back of Dingwall, it seemed like a big journey then. So in Inverness, my favourite is definitely the Milk Bar, there's one in the Victorian Market and they have one down by the river as well. You can sit outside, and it's really nice. My local cafe, Biagiotti, is so good, and one of my favourites as well. I'm a coffee fiend, so that's my area of expertise. I'm incredibly busy, and I have a lot of stays coming up that are quite exciting. I'm going to the Isle of Arran, and I've never been before. I'm going to be staying in what is essentially an upside-down boat, so the roof is a boat and there's a house underneath it. And I'm not long back from visiting my sister in New Zealand. My usual go-to is the Black Isle. I'll go make a wish at the Clootie Well (with a biodegradable rag) and then go around the coast to Chanonry Point to see if I can spot any dolphins. Baxter can have a good run on the beach, and then I'll get coffee and cake. That's usually my nice, calm afternoon if I need something easy-going. Follow @emilyinscotland on Instagram for more adventures and stories.
