ONLINE EDITION

Welcome to the online edition of the Central Alberta Coffee News!

Feb 9th, 2026

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Everybody’s Talking

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Underwater artist: Most artists like to create their paintings in their home studios. Not Pascual Mimbela, an artist from Peru. He paints his works under the water in the Pacific Ocean near Talara province. Toting his brushes, canvases and oils, Mimbela dons scuba diving gear and takes the plunge. His scenery is populated by fish of all shapes, sizes and colours, as well as aquatic plants and reefs. This has always been the artist’s dream. He has painted many works depicting beaches, waves and boats, but until now had never attempted an underwater scene.

Not dead yet: It’s one thing to read the obituaries and discover that someone you know has died. It’s quite another to open up this section to find your own name as one of the deceased! That is what happened to Sven-Olof Svennson, an elderly Swedish man. Not feeling well, Svennson was admitted to the hospital and when his even more elderly sister called to check on him, she somehow misunderstood the medical staff and believed her brother had passed away. She had the obituary published, then went to get Svennson’s belongings from the hospital. Instead, she found her brother alive and well!

Egg art: Many different materials can be used as a medium for artwork, but an artist from Vietnam uses something unique – the shells from chicken eggs. Ben Tre carves the shells into an array of interesting subject matter, including portraits of famous people, such as Albert Einstein and Queen Elizabeth, and scenes of palm trees and cottages. These delicate works of art can then be mounted on wood and covered with a globe of glass, similar to a snow globe, but without the snow. At first, Tre had difficulty finding the right tool for his art, but he has discovered that a small dentist’s drill is ideal.

Window dressing: A Denmark company tried a novel approach to help unemployed executives, teachers and students obtain work. With high unemployment rates, even educated and experienced job seekers have trouble finding a job and their resumes are often among hundreds of other applicants looking for the same position. Enter Alexander Peitersen of the marketing firm, Reputation Copenhagen. He decided to use his company’s storefront window to feature talented job contenders who sit on display at a desk. The idea attracted attention and several job seekers found work after many months of searching.

Quotable Quotes

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“It is all right to hold a conversation, but you should let go of it now and then.”

– Richard Armour, poet

“Money is to be respected; one of the worst things you can do is handle another person’s money without respect for how hard it was to earn.”

– T. Boone Pickens, Jr.

Trivia

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Who was the first man to reach the South Pole?
What is singer Paul McCartney’s first name?
What was the name of the good witch in “The Wizard of Oz”?
The Edsel automobile was named after Henry Ford’s son – T/F?
Charles Lindbergh made his solo flight from NY to Paris in 1920, 1925, 1927?

▼ Trivia answers at the bottom of the page! ▼

What’s Happening

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February 2026

Red Deer North & Red Deer South

Creative Writer’s Support Group
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 11, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Location: Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch, 4818 49 Street, Red Deer
Details: A welcoming support group for writers of all experience levels to share work, receive feedback, and connect with others.
For More Information: Visit the Red Deer Public Library website

Gowns4Grads – Free Formal Wear Event
Date & Time:
• Sunday, February 15, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
• Monday, February 16, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, February 17, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Red Deer Elks Hall, 6315 Horn Street, Red Deer
Details: Trenville Royal Purple Elks #248 is hosting a free formal wear event for graduating students, along with a food drive in support of the Red Deer Food Bank.
For More Information: Visit Elks85.ca

Sylvan Lake, Gasoline Alley, Springbrook & Penhold

Community Hub Conversation
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 11, 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Location: Flipside Youth Centre, 4725 43 Street, Sylvan Lake
Details: Join social service agencies and Town Council to discuss community issues. Conversation will focus on five pillars: food, housing, transportation, youth/families, and safety.
For More Information: Email [email protected]

Frozen Party
Date & Time: Saturday, February 14, 10:15 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Location: Sylvan Lake Municipal Library
Details: A family-friendly Frozen-themed event featuring stories, songs, crafts, and movie fun. Stories and songs begin at 10:15 a.m. in the children’s library, with movie screening at 11:30 a.m. Crafts and activities available throughout the library.
For More Information: Visit the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library website

Lacombe, Blackfalds, Bentley & Rimbey

Divas Live! Concert
Date & Time: Saturday, February 14, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7:00 p.m.)
Location: Lacombe Performing Arts Centre, Lacombe
Details: Featuring powerhouse vocalist Ariana Whitlow performing chart-topping hits from some of the greatest female vocalists in history. Tickets are $40.
For More Information: Visit the Mary C. Moore Library or Lacombe Performing Arts Centre

Winterfest in Blackfalds
Date & Time: Monday, February 16, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Location: Eagle Builders Centre, Blackfalds
Details: Celebrate Winterfest with free family skating presented by Blackfalds Smiles, Fire Department BBQ, bingo, a movie, and more. Games ticket purchase required to skate with the Blackfalds Bulldogs.
For More Information: Visit the Town of Blackfalds website

Your Weekly Horoscope

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Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Gemini winners with the luckiest number being 6.

This weeks edition is sponsored by:

Ivory & Ink

Aries (March 21 - April 20)

Investment decisions and joint business ventures may tend to be an issue. You might want to clarify each other’s expectations and tackle any legal business that’s needed.
Lucky Numbers: 3, 10, 18, 34, 39, 41.

Gemini (May 22 - June 21)

By giving generously of yourself, you’ll be more sympathetic and your spiritual values will be clear. The concern you have for the feelings and needs of others will be noted.
Lucky Numbers: 6, 13, 28, 36, 40, 46.

Taurus (April 21 - May 21)

You may find that you have a lot of mental energy and are eager to resolve conceptual problems. With a little help, you’re apt to come up with clever solutions and a very workable plan.
Lucky Numbers: 22, 26, 28, 32, 36, 38.

Cancer (June 22 - July 23)

You may find it easy to express yourself boldly and confidently. By acting freely on your own behalf, you’ll be less dependent on the approval of others.
Lucky Numbers: 1, 8, 16, 24, 36, 44.

Leo (July 23 - Aug. 23)

Share some true happiness especially with friends. The warmth and goodwill you generate will likely be a benefit to you, both now and later.
Lucky Numbers: 9, 13, 17, 21, 39, 42.

Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23)

Any new endeavour may likely succeed. You might feel a need to reach out and take on more challenges. Begin implementing those promises you made to yourself.
Lucky Numbers: 4, 15, 18, 22, 26, 39.

Virgo (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23)

Enjoy the beautiful things in life and exchange your creative ideas with others. Matters of the heart could be on your mind so much so that you may want to play the role of matchmaker.
Lucky Numbers: 5, 18, 23, 25, 28, 40.

Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)

In order to get a better perspective, take a little break from your fears and concerns. Seek broader horizons through travel or by studying foreign cultures.
Lucky Numbers: 16, 23, 26, 33, 36, 43.

Sagittarius Nov. 23 - Dec. 21)

People may see you as a loving person who is well aware of the feelings and needs of others. Your personal charm will likely have a positive effect on your career.
Lucky Numbers: 11, 22, 28, 34, 42, 49.

Aquarius (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)

You may tend to attract people whose helplessness awakens your sense of compassion. Your spiritual side may lead you toward your ultimate goals.
Lucky Numbers: 2, 3, 13, 22, 33, 42.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20)

A new romance or a revitalization of a current one could occur this week. Your adventurous attitude in the relationship may be a stimulating change.
Lucky Numbers: 4, 17, 24, 35, 41, 46.

Pisces (Feb. 20 - March 20)

Communicate your needs and desires clearly. Be ready for challenging, intellectual activities to tackle difficult problems you encounter this week.
Lucky Numbers: 32, 35, 37, 42, 45, 47.

Did you Know?

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Don’t scratch! Poison ivy causes an itchy rash because the leaves of this plant contain a substance called urushiol, which is odourless and colourless. Poison oak also contains this substance.

White fur: There is a type of bear found only in the western Canadian province of British Columbia called the Kermode bear (or “spirit bear”). It is a black bear with a genetic trait that causes its coat to be white.

Kiss me: Each year on Valentine’s Day, a kissing competition takes place at the beach community of Pattaya in Thailand. Couples kiss for as long as they can, which can extend for over two days.

Long trip: The shorebird called the red knot makes a very long trip during its migration. These birds spend summers in the central Canadian Arctic and winters at South America’s southern tip, a 30,000-kilometre (18,600-mile) flight.

Seaweed soup: People who eat in Japanese restaurants often love to start their meal with a bowl of miso soup. A certain type of seaweed, called wakame, is used to flavour this soup.