Bundle up, E-town: it's a cold one, but the Gatsby's on

Morning, Edmonton. It's -2 out there with a feels-like of -3, so this is the first properly cold weather of the week, and it's worth a proper layer before you head out. UV's barely a factor at 1.0, but the real story is the light: the sun goes down at 5:45 this evening, so anything you're doing after work is happening in the dark. Plan your walk to the bus or the LRT accordingly, and keep your hands warm.

For the drive or the ride in, there aren't any closures in the material I have this morning, so the usual rule applies: give yourself a little extra time on the Henday and the Yellowhead, and remember that the Lert is running on its Saturday schedule tomorrow for Remembrance Day, so don't assume your weekday timing carries over later in the week. Libraries are closed tomorrow too, so if you were planning a quiet afternoon with a book, that's your Wednesday cue to plan ahead.

In the news, CBC Edmonton picked up a national RTDNA award for its breaking coverage of the Alberta book ban, which is a good reminder that local reporting still matters. Over at the IIHF, Norway says it was bumped from hosting the World Juniors in Alberta to make room for Russia, a decision that has people talking about who gets what and why. And on the hockey front, Mike Babcock took a jab at a TSN reporter over a morning-skate question, saying the reporter was chasing clicks, which is about as Babcock as it gets.

For food, there's some new life in the city. Hazeldean Bakery has reopened in south Edmonton with hundreds turning out to welcome the new owners, and Elio's has opened on the south side serving Filipino comfort food with a real gathering feel. Westblock Glenora Ayco Cafe is also one to put on the list if you want a cozy stop. On the other side of the coin, Paperbirch by Chartrand is closing at the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market after two years, so if you've been meaning to grab something there, don't wait too long.

Tonight the Great Gatsby - The Musical kicks off at 6:00 PM at the Shoctor Theatre in the Citadel, which is a great pick for a cold November night. If you'd rather something louder, Boy Golden is playing The Starlite Room at 7:00 PM on Whyte Ave, and Dean Brody is at the EXPO Centre at 7:30 PM. All of these are indoor, so the weather won't be an issue once you're inside, just a quick dash across the parking lot.

This weekend is a real one: Wolf Parade plays Friday, the PBR rodeo is Saturday, and the Gatsby run carries on through the week, so there's plenty to choose from. Enjoy the evening, stay warm, and I'll see you out there.