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Giddy Up as Stampede 2016 parties take city by storm

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Your faithful social scribe was moving faster than a bubble dancer with a slow leak as a seemingly endless list of events celebrating Stampede 2016 filled up the days-and nights. Parties with a purpose was the theme at many a fete this year and the good cheer enveloping our fair city proved just the tonic needed.

Sure, many events were cancelled due to challenging economic times, but even the heartiest party animal was afforded a plethora of parties from which to choose.  From the Scott Land Stomp and NutAle Fundraiser to Field Law’s Annual Stampede Kick-Off Party and Rob Laidlaw’s Best Stampede Party Ever, the party with a purpose vibe was the common thread throughout as guests – and corporations – dug deep and raised thousands of dollars  for myriad charities.

So please enjoy this look at some of the wonderful folks who make Stampede the terrific time it is.

Pictured at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 are Stampede Foundation chair Steve Allan and Stampede Caravan Committee 35-year volunteer extraordinaire Ruth Ann Rayner.
 Pictured at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 are Stampede Foundation chair Steve Allan and Stampede Caravan Committee 35-year volunteer extraordinaire Ruth Ann Rayner. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
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Pictured at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 are hosts with the most US Consul Thomas Palaia, his wife Sarah Palaia and their daughter Margaret.
 Pictured at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 are hosts with the most US Consul Thomas Palaia, his wife Sarah Palaia and their daughter Margaret. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
MLA, Calgary North West Sandra Jansen was but one of the dignitaries in attendance at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 at Consul Mt. Royal residence.
 MLA, Calgary North West Sandra Jansen was but one of the dignitaries in attendance at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 at Consul Mt. Royal residence. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Among the scores of guests in attendance at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 were, from left, Brooks and Dodd Consulting’s Tom Dodd with Michele Boyd and her husband, RBC’s Jeff Boyd.
Among the scores of guests in attendance at the US Consul Independence Day celebration held July 6 were, from left, Brooks and Dodd Consulting’s Tom Dodd with Michele Boyd and her husband, RBC’s Jeff Boyd. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club, was a super party with a purpose event as funds from the Field Law Community Fund Program $75,000-were distributed to myriad charities this night. Pictured are Field Law Counsel Michael Casey, Q.C. and his wife Brenda Armitage.
 Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club, was a super party with a purpose event as funds from the Field Law Community Fund Program $75,000-were distributed to myriad charities this night. Pictured are Field Law Counsel Michael Casey, Q.C. and his wife Brenda Armitage. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Best of Bridge author Mary Halpen and Speargrass president Roger Rowley were among the hundreds of guests in attendance at Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club.
 Best of Bridge author Mary Halpen and Speargrass president Roger Rowley were among the hundreds of guests in attendance at Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
All smiles at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are associate Miles Atkinson, Q.C, and his wife Rosemary. The fabulous fete was not only a ton of fun but philanthropic as well with $75,000 from the Field Law Community Fund Program being awarded to myriad charities.
 All smiles at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are associate Miles Atkinson, Q.C, and his wife Rosemary. The fabulous fete was not only a ton of fun but philanthropic as well with $75,000 from the Field Law Community Fund Program being awarded to myriad charities. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Pictured at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are Alberta Order of Excellence recipients U of C’s Dr. Barry Bultz and philanthropist and community advocate Julie Hamilton.
 Pictured at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are Alberta Order of Excellence recipients U of C’s Dr. Barry Bultz and philanthropist and community advocate Julie Hamilton. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Hundreds of guests attended the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club. Pictured, from left, are Global’s Amber Schinkel with Country 105’s Robyn Adair, Global National’s Reid Fiest and Ember Resources’ Cody Parrish.
 Hundreds of guests attended the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club. Pictured, from left, are Global’s Amber Schinkel with Country 105’s Robyn Adair, Global National’s Reid Fiest and Ember Resources’ Cody Parrish. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Pictured at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are hostess with the mostess, Field Law managing partner Doreen Saunderson with colleague Steve Eichler.
 Pictured at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are hostess with the mostess, Field Law managing partner Doreen Saunderson with colleague Steve Eichler. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Striking a pose for the lens at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are the mother and daughter team of Gillian and Emily Howatt.
 Striking a pose for the lens at the Field Law annual Stampede party, held July 6 at the Ranchmen’s Club are the mother and daughter team of Gillian and Emily Howatt. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Heritage Royalty’s Michelle Ward and Painted Pony Petroleum’s Bruce Hall were among the hundreds of guests in attendance at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7.
Heritage Royalty’s Michelle Ward and Painted Pony Petroleum’s Bruce Hall were among the hundreds of guests in attendance at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Pictured, from left, at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7 are Greengate Power’s Dan Tocher, Scott Land’s Greg Meidinger and Greengate’s Jordan Balaban. The Stomp is the perfect way to kick off the Stampede.
 Pictured, from left, at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7 are Greengate Power’s Dan Tocher, Scott Land’s Greg Meidinger and Greengate’s Jordan Balaban. The Stomp is the perfect way to kick off the Stampede. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Pictured, from left, at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7 are Matco Capital’s Lesley Tims, Canadian Strategy Group’s Rick Orman and Anport’s Anastasia Columbos.
 Pictured, from left, at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7 are Matco Capital’s Lesley Tims, Canadian Strategy Group’s Rick Orman and Anport’s Anastasia Columbos. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Having a wonderful time at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7 in the Wildhorse Saloon Tent are Calgary Health Trust’s Samantha Morahan and Krita Investments’ Ike Kolias.
 Having a wonderful time at the Scott Land Stomp held July 7 in the Wildhorse Saloon Tent are Calgary Health Trust’s Samantha Morahan and Krita Investments’ Ike Kolias. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Dance Through Life ladies were but one of the acts July 7 in the Wildhorse Saloon Tent. Pictured, from left, are Karen Iwanski, Vanessa Defreitas-Clark and Paula Callihoo.
 Dance Through Life ladies were but one of the acts July 7 in the Wildhorse Saloon Tent. Pictured, from left, are Karen Iwanski, Vanessa Defreitas-Clark and Paula Callihoo. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Bottlescrew Bill’s was full to burstin’ July 7 as scores of guests gathered to support the NutAle fundraiser. Specially prepared celebrity-made brews -with the surprise addition of bull testicles were sold for $100 a pint with proceeds going to the Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre. Pictured, from left, are Bottlescrew owner Colleen Allan with pals Andy and Norma Cowan.
 Bottlescrew Bill’s was full to burstin’ July 7 as scores of guests gathered to support the NutAle fundraiser. Specially prepared celebrity-made brews -with the surprise addition of bull testicles were sold for $100 a pint with proceeds going to the Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre. Pictured, from left, are Bottlescrew owner Colleen Allan with pals Andy and Norma Cowan. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
Rob Laidlaw of Acumen Financial fame hosts an annual not-to-be-missed bash in support of CHAS-Children’s Hospital Aid Society. This year’s event, held July 7 in the Cowboy’s tent at Stampede Park, was attended by hundreds upon hundreds of guests. Pictured are Black Hills’ Glenn Fawcett and his wife Kym Fawcett.
Rob Laidlaw of Acumen Financial fame hosts an annual not-to-be-missed bash in support of CHAS-Children’s Hospital Aid Society. This year’s event, held July 7 in the Cowboy’s tent at Stampede Park, was attended by hundreds upon hundreds of guests. Pictured are Black Hills’ Glenn Fawcett and his wife Kym Fawcett. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
The sights and sounds of Stampede are always memorable and perhaps no sight is more so than the ladies working at Cowboy’s. Pictured, from left, are Catie Attwood, Annette Milbers, Sheena Kochan, Sarah Hollowell and Kourtney Krysta.
 The sights and sounds of Stampede are always memorable and perhaps no sight is more so than the ladies working at Cowboy’s. Pictured, from left, are Catie Attwood, Annette Milbers, Sheena Kochan, Sarah Hollowell and Kourtney Krysta. Photo by Bill Brooks /for the Calgay Herald
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