I thought “Historic Markerville” would be a spinoff of the Fansville commercials, full of quirky plaque lovers who may or may not be selling pop.
It’s promoting Markerville, Alberta, formerly the home of Canada’s premier Icelandic language poet. Even better! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan...
It’s promoting Markerville, Alberta, formerly the home of Canada’s premier Icelandic language poet. Even better! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan...
January 7, 2026 at 5:14 AM
I thought “Historic Markerville” would be a spinoff of the Fansville commercials, full of quirky plaque lovers who may or may not be selling pop.
It’s promoting Markerville, Alberta, formerly the home of Canada’s premier Icelandic language poet. Even better! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan...
It’s promoting Markerville, Alberta, formerly the home of Canada’s premier Icelandic language poet. Even better! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephan...
On this day in 1853, Stephan Stephansson was born in Skagafjörður, Iceland.
Called The Poet of the Rocky Mountains, he moved to Markerville in present-day Alberta in 1889 where he lived for the rest of his life. He is considered an Icelandic literary icon.
Called The Poet of the Rocky Mountains, he moved to Markerville in present-day Alberta in 1889 where he lived for the rest of his life. He is considered an Icelandic literary icon.
October 3, 2025 at 2:13 PM
On this day in 1853, Stephan Stephansson was born in Skagafjörður, Iceland.
Called The Poet of the Rocky Mountains, he moved to Markerville in present-day Alberta in 1889 where he lived for the rest of his life. He is considered an Icelandic literary icon.
Called The Poet of the Rocky Mountains, he moved to Markerville in present-day Alberta in 1889 where he lived for the rest of his life. He is considered an Icelandic literary icon.
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic #Markerville
Sat Apr 25 - Historic #Markerville
March 13, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic #Markerville
Sat Apr 25 - Historic #Markerville
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville @markerville.bsky.social
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville @markerville.bsky.social
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
April 15, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville @markerville.bsky.social
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville @markerville.bsky.social
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
#albertamusic #historicmarkerville #markervilleab
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
#albertamusic #historicmarkerville #markervilleab
April 3, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
#albertamusic #historicmarkerville #markervilleab
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
#albertamusic #historicmarkerville #markervilleab
artistsontheavenue.com/hilda-kristy...
We are Hilda and Kristy Gamble, a mother–daughter team who create and teach through quilting, yarn, and fabric arts.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days in Markerville, AB.
We are Hilda and Kristy Gamble, a mother–daughter team who create and teach through quilting, yarn, and fabric arts.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days in Markerville, AB.
May 28, 2026 at 5:20 PM
artistsontheavenue.com/hilda-kristy...
We are Hilda and Kristy Gamble, a mother–daughter team who create and teach through quilting, yarn, and fabric arts.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days in Markerville, AB.
We are Hilda and Kristy Gamble, a mother–daughter team who create and teach through quilting, yarn, and fabric arts.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days in Markerville, AB.
Heaviest Hailstone:
On Aug. 1, 2022, a hailstone that weighed 292.71 grams fell in Markerville, Alberta. The hailstone had a diameter of 12.3 centimetres. This broke a record that was set in 1973 in Saskatchewan.
🧵 10/12
On Aug. 1, 2022, a hailstone that weighed 292.71 grams fell in Markerville, Alberta. The hailstone had a diameter of 12.3 centimetres. This broke a record that was set in 1973 in Saskatchewan.
🧵 10/12
August 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Heaviest Hailstone:
On Aug. 1, 2022, a hailstone that weighed 292.71 grams fell in Markerville, Alberta. The hailstone had a diameter of 12.3 centimetres. This broke a record that was set in 1973 in Saskatchewan.
🧵 10/12
On Aug. 1, 2022, a hailstone that weighed 292.71 grams fell in Markerville, Alberta. The hailstone had a diameter of 12.3 centimetres. This broke a record that was set in 1973 in Saskatchewan.
🧵 10/12
🧵 Texture. Colour. Craft.
From silk and stitched textiles to quilts and yarn creations, this is fibre art you can see and feel.
Artists on the Avenue in Markerville, Alberta
June 27 & 28, 10–5 both days
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #FibreArt #TextileArt #Handcrafted
From silk and stitched textiles to quilts and yarn creations, this is fibre art you can see and feel.
Artists on the Avenue in Markerville, Alberta
June 27 & 28, 10–5 both days
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #FibreArt #TextileArt #Handcrafted
May 5, 2026 at 6:05 AM
🧵 Texture. Colour. Craft.
From silk and stitched textiles to quilts and yarn creations, this is fibre art you can see and feel.
Artists on the Avenue in Markerville, Alberta
June 27 & 28, 10–5 both days
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #FibreArt #TextileArt #Handcrafted
From silk and stitched textiles to quilts and yarn creations, this is fibre art you can see and feel.
Artists on the Avenue in Markerville, Alberta
June 27 & 28, 10–5 both days
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #FibreArt #TextileArt #Handcrafted
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
April 22, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
April 10, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Another upcoming Maria Dunn Concert in Alberta:
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
Sat Apr 25 - Historic Markerville
So looking forward to performing in the historic Fensala Hall!
#BanksyTheCat is reminding me to get our sign out on the lawn. The 7th annual outdoor art show is coming up next month, June 27 & 28, 2026 in Markerville!
May 24, 2026 at 6:56 PM
#BanksyTheCat is reminding me to get our sign out on the lawn. The 7th annual outdoor art show is coming up next month, June 27 & 28, 2026 in Markerville!
Excellent news from AB today on new flood hazard mapping. Our research consistently finds that up-to-date, accessible flood maps are one of the most effective tools for avoiding high-risk development, emergency planning and helping households understand their risk.
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
Flood mapping continues at breakneck pace
Nearly 300 kilometres of flood mapping covering Hinton, Red Deer County, Markerville, Stettler, Vegreville and Pine Creek has been completed.
www.alberta.ca
November 26, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Excellent news from AB today on new flood hazard mapping. Our research consistently finds that up-to-date, accessible flood maps are one of the most effective tools for avoiding high-risk development, emergency planning and helping households understand their risk.
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?...
Small town Alberta. Markerville was settled by Icelanders in 1888. On the Medicine River, it has a lot of character and is well worth visiting. buff.ly/cEGV9mH
May 21, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Small town Alberta. Markerville was settled by Icelanders in 1888. On the Medicine River, it has a lot of character and is well worth visiting. buff.ly/cEGV9mH
Markerville held a clinic yesterday on how to run a small town show and MyStar was there. Check out the details behind the highlights in this link: mystarcollectorcar.com/sunday-in-ma...
August 18, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Markerville held a clinic yesterday on how to run a small town show and MyStar was there. Check out the details behind the highlights in this link: mystarcollectorcar.com/sunday-in-ma...
Thank you to all the volunteers, vendors, and visitors for making Christmas in Markerville 2025 a success!
Audio: “Ed Sheeran and Elton John - Merry Christmas” from their official video. youtu.be/Q_yuO8UNGmY?...
Audio: “Ed Sheeran and Elton John - Merry Christmas” from their official video. youtu.be/Q_yuO8UNGmY?...
November 22, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Thank you to all the volunteers, vendors, and visitors for making Christmas in Markerville 2025 a success!
Audio: “Ed Sheeran and Elton John - Merry Christmas” from their official video. youtu.be/Q_yuO8UNGmY?...
Audio: “Ed Sheeran and Elton John - Merry Christmas” from their official video. youtu.be/Q_yuO8UNGmY?...
Stroll, shop, and soak up the creativity! Our 7th Annual Art Show & Sale features local artists, handmade treasures, and a welcoming outdoor setting.
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
May 13, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Stroll, shop, and soak up the creativity! Our 7th Annual Art Show & Sale features local artists, handmade treasures, and a welcoming outdoor setting.
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
Looking for something one-of-a-kind? Find it here! From fibre art to fine woodworking, our Outdoor Art Show brings together incredible talent in one place.
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
May 17, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Looking for something one-of-a-kind? Find it here! From fibre art to fine woodworking, our Outdoor Art Show brings together incredible talent in one place.
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
We had a sold-out afternoon at Fensala Hall on November 30th as we welcomed Christmas with The Travelling Mabels! Eva Levesque, Lana Floen, Therry Lawson, Keith Floen, and John Thiel filled the hall with holiday magic and music, creating a truly memorable concert in Markerville.
December 1, 2025 at 7:07 AM
We had a sold-out afternoon at Fensala Hall on November 30th as we welcomed Christmas with The Travelling Mabels! Eva Levesque, Lana Floen, Therry Lawson, Keith Floen, and John Thiel filled the hall with holiday magic and music, creating a truly memorable concert in Markerville.
Doors are opening a little earlier — 6:45 pm — to give you more time to grab some free popcorn, or purchase a beverage, or just to get settled in for an evening of great music! Visit historicmarkerville.com/tickets to join us. Fensala Hall is located at 24 Main Avenue, Markerville, Alberta
February 14, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Doors are opening a little earlier — 6:45 pm — to give you more time to grab some free popcorn, or purchase a beverage, or just to get settled in for an evening of great music! Visit historicmarkerville.com/tickets to join us. Fensala Hall is located at 24 Main Avenue, Markerville, Alberta
Art, community, and creativity come together at Artists on the Avenue. Bring a friend and enjoy a day surrounded by inspiration at our 7th Annual Outdoor Art Show!
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
May 18, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Art, community, and creativity come together at Artists on the Avenue. Bring a friend and enjoy a day surrounded by inspiration at our 7th Annual Outdoor Art Show!
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days
artistsontheavenue.com
#ArtistsOnTheAvenue #SupportLocalArt #AlbertaArt #Markerville
Special thx to all at Fensala Hall! Appreciate all the work they do to bring live music to Markerville & keep a lovely historic place vibrant in the present.
Thx Marlene, Bobby & JP (sound), Chris (delicious meal), Dirk, Byron, all volunteers!
Gratitude to Shannon Johnson for fab accompaniment!
Thx Marlene, Bobby & JP (sound), Chris (delicious meal), Dirk, Byron, all volunteers!
Gratitude to Shannon Johnson for fab accompaniment!
April 29, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Special thx to all at Fensala Hall! Appreciate all the work they do to bring live music to Markerville & keep a lovely historic place vibrant in the present.
Thx Marlene, Bobby & JP (sound), Chris (delicious meal), Dirk, Byron, all volunteers!
Gratitude to Shannon Johnson for fab accompaniment!
Thx Marlene, Bobby & JP (sound), Chris (delicious meal), Dirk, Byron, all volunteers!
Gratitude to Shannon Johnson for fab accompaniment!
artistsontheavenue.com/ann-jasmin/
Ann Jasmin has dabbled in many different mediums with her favourite being fabrics. She enjoys making faeries, ogres, dragons and many different Christmas ornaments.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10-5, Markerville, Alberta
Ann Jasmin has dabbled in many different mediums with her favourite being fabrics. She enjoys making faeries, ogres, dragons and many different Christmas ornaments.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10-5, Markerville, Alberta
May 29, 2026 at 5:27 PM
artistsontheavenue.com/ann-jasmin/
Ann Jasmin has dabbled in many different mediums with her favourite being fabrics. She enjoys making faeries, ogres, dragons and many different Christmas ornaments.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10-5, Markerville, Alberta
Ann Jasmin has dabbled in many different mediums with her favourite being fabrics. She enjoys making faeries, ogres, dragons and many different Christmas ornaments.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10-5, Markerville, Alberta
artistsontheavenue.com/mike-vine/
Working from his basement workshop, Mike Vine creates two unique models of tenor ukuleles, a baritone ukulele, and more recently, tenor parlor guitars.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
Working from his basement workshop, Mike Vine creates two unique models of tenor ukuleles, a baritone ukulele, and more recently, tenor parlor guitars.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
May 31, 2026 at 6:15 PM
artistsontheavenue.com/mike-vine/
Working from his basement workshop, Mike Vine creates two unique models of tenor ukuleles, a baritone ukulele, and more recently, tenor parlor guitars.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
Working from his basement workshop, Mike Vine creates two unique models of tenor ukuleles, a baritone ukulele, and more recently, tenor parlor guitars.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28, 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
🎨 Save the Date! 🎨
Join us for the 7th Annual Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale in beautiful Markerville!
🗓️ June 27 & 28, 2026
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM both days
Stroll along Johnson Avenue, meet the artists, and discover handmade treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
Join us for the 7th Annual Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale in beautiful Markerville!
🗓️ June 27 & 28, 2026
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM both days
Stroll along Johnson Avenue, meet the artists, and discover handmade treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
May 3, 2026 at 9:47 PM
🎨 Save the Date! 🎨
Join us for the 7th Annual Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale in beautiful Markerville!
🗓️ June 27 & 28, 2026
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM both days
Stroll along Johnson Avenue, meet the artists, and discover handmade treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
Join us for the 7th Annual Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale in beautiful Markerville!
🗓️ June 27 & 28, 2026
🕙 10 AM – 5 PM both days
Stroll along Johnson Avenue, meet the artists, and discover handmade treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
On this holiday, I've had flights of #craftbeer, #mead, #wine, #cider, #cocktails, and #whiskey. Today we enjoyed a flight of #icecream at Markerville Creamery. #Alberta #travel
August 21, 2026 at 10:49 PM
On this holiday, I've had flights of #craftbeer, #mead, #wine, #cider, #cocktails, and #whiskey. Today we enjoyed a flight of #icecream at Markerville Creamery. #Alberta #travel