Reddit pulse / page 3

18-year-old asking where to learn welding and grinding skills for a personal metal project—responses pouring in with local shop recommendations and safety tips.

Someone asking for soft serve ice cream recommendations beyond vanilla and chocolate — locals are weighing in on where to get the good stuff in Edmonton.

Cold temps came back last night and people are wondering if it's finally safe to start planting. The answer's still a maybe — watch the forecast before you dig up your beds.

That loud booming downtown this afternoon was a cannon firing behind the legislature. Still trying to figure out why, but if you heard it, that's what it was.

Dog missing in the Clair View area near 137th Street — if you've seen a loose pup around there, someone's looking for them. Check the r/Edmonton thread if you can help.

Someone at Cobs on Ellerslie accidentally put their car in drive instead of reverse over the weekend—crashed right through the storefront. Owners are still assessing damage and next steps.

Edmonton's Khalsa Day Parade on Sunday pulled huge numbers—the streets were packed with people celebrating Sikh culture and community. Photos all over social showing street-to-street crowds downtown.

A family visiting Hawrelak Park filmed other park-goers without permission while sheltering from rain—pointing phones and tripods at unsuspecting visitors. Raises questions about personal space and consent in shared public areas.

Someone spotted a unusual-looking duck at Hermitage Pond—possibly a mutation or rare breed. A few of them were there when they visited. Anyone know what species this could be?

People in Edmonton are asking where to watch Tuesday's Tottenham vs Chelsea match. The Spurs fans are planning to take the afternoon off and hit up bars that have the match on—stress beers guaranteed.

Wildlife sightings on Rover Valley Trail are getting real: coyotes, porcupines, bunnies everywhere if you're riding at night. Go slow, keep your dog close, and if a porcupine quill gets you, vinegar softens it for removal.

Local cigar hunters are on the search for Perdomo brands around the city. If you know which shops carry them, the Edmonton Reddit crew is listening.

Someone on Reddit was hunting for West Coast Seeds this morning—Classic Landscapes was closed for the long weekend, but the community came through with other spots to check. Worth noting if you're overseeding this weekend.

Edmonton just got a late frost over May long weekend—12 days past our average final frost date. Gardeners who planted early are probably swearing right now, but hey, at least we're not as unlucky as some years.

Someone new to Edmonton from Vancouver is hunting for a bulk grains and baking supplies shop that's way cheaper than Bulk Barn. They want amaranth, barley flakes, spelt flour, the works. Looking for something like Famous Foods from back home.

Parent looking for a community theatre summer camp where kids actually write and create their own plays instead of memorizing scripts. They've checked Rapid-fire, Citadel, and Grindstone but haven't found the right fit yet. Someone out there probably knows the answer.

Someone on the subreddit is hunting for handmade ceramic travel mugs and to-go cups around Edmonton. Asking if anyone knows local pottery makers or shops that do that kind of work. If you know the spot, hit them up in the thread.

First-time car buyers scrambling for auto insurance over the long weekend. People are asking if AMA can process same-day quotes—turns out there are faster options if dealerships close.

That Tim Hortons at 86 St and 63 Ave is getting roasted online—pink, white, black and red color scheme doesn't match any other location and the drive-thru screen is blindingly bright.

Looking for free or cheap meetup groups in Edmonton now that weather's cooperating? Community members are seeking low-commitment outdoor activities and hangouts—perfect for the long weekend.