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Because Beer By Kristin Archer Before Sonic Unyon brings us their biggest event of the year, Supercrawl, let’s take a look back at another awesome event they throw, Because Beer! This was the festival’s third year, and it has quickly become a summer highlight for me. I’ve attended each year so far – apologies for no … Read more
Episode 139 (Aug. 26/16) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: First of three Supercrawl-themed shows as we lead up to the big weekend (Sept. 9-11). Chatting with Fast Romantics’ Matt Angus about the band’s upcoming album and their SOCAN Music Prize for “Julia” + Jennifer … Read more
Eramosa Karst Upper Mount Albion Road, Stoney Creek By Kristin Archer Photos by James Miike Summer is winding down but there are plenty of hot, sunny days still to come. Outdoor adventures are always on my to-do list during any season and it’s something I need to do a lot more of. A quick ride out … Read more
Episode 138 (Aug. 19/16) “I Heart Hamilton” airs Fridays 2-3PM on 93.3 CFMU Hosted by Kristin Archer In this episode: Interview with local magician Brandon Love, who performs some mind-bending tricks on the air! His next show is Aug. 25th at Mills Hardware More info: Brandon Love Wonder & Awe (Aug. 25)
AMO Gelato Caffe 171 Locke Street South By Kandel Kindred Photos by Kristin Archer Kristin and I fantasize about frozen treats more than the regular person, hence our creation of The Ice Cream Tour of 2016. I have been an active member of the I Heart Hamilton team for a year now, so we needed to celebrate, … Read more
DJ set — August 20, 2016 Hamilton Beer Festival @ Bayfront Park DJ Kristin Archer This was the biggest event and biggest stage I’ve DJ’d yet – the third annual Hamilton Beer Festival! It was my first time at the event and the first year that the fest moved down to Bayfront Park, one of … Read more
YogaFest Liuna Station 360 James Street North By Kristin Archer One of Hamilton’s best events, and one of my very favourites to see every year, is coming up this Saturday (August 20th) in Gage Park – A Midusmmer’s Dream. I’ve attended since the very beginning, and now in its fifth year, it has been amazing to … Read more
Mayce Galoni By Kristin Archer It’s been three years this month since I first dove into exploring Hamilton’s comedy scene and it was at that first show that I met Mayce Galoni. It has been awesome to watch Mayce’s career take off – at only 22 years old, he has played major comedy festivals, including … Read more
I Heart Hamilton is excited to premiere the brand new video by local singer-songwriter Shawn Kerr! Shawn’s debut EP Waves was released late last year – it’s a beautiful collection of songs that marks the next chapter for Shawn as a solo artist. Check out my recent interview with Shawn on 93.3 CFMU. Shawn just released an … Read more
By Kristin Archer I’m super stoked to work in a little DJing action this summer! I’m thrilled to be part of this year’s Hamilton Beer Festival, which made the move from Jackson Square’s rooftop to Bayfront Park. Get your tickets and come sample some tasty brews by the water. Check me out at 4pm on August … Read more