Developing a Culture of Peace in Calgary and Alberta-an article presented at the Third Annual Alberta Peace Education Conference October 2005. It can be used for consideration in initiating other Provincial and Community Culture of Peace Programs.
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Make a strawberry citrus vodka cocktail. Gather 2 strawberries, 1 sprig of mint, 3/4 oz. of light agave nectar, 1.75 oz. citrus vodka, and 3/4 oz. lemon juice. Muddle together the strawberries and mint in a shaker. Then add remaining ingredients and shake vigorously for 20 seconds with ice.