You turn on the tv and all that’s on are reruns and more Christmas movies. What’s a person to do? May we suggest checking out some guides to help you choose a movie that you’ve never seen? Or, perhaps you'd like to watch a previously seen film a second time, after you've read a review? […]
This blog was initially going to be about something entirely different. But it has been my experience that life happens and then one 's attention moves in another direction. For various reasons, I have recently been thinking about our connections with those closest to us – our families, friends and pets. Friends who wiggle their way into our […]
The holidays are quickly approaching and while I'm looking forward to celebrating with family and friends, I'm also dreading all of the food and dessert I will be eating. I always try my best to eat healthy when I can but during the holidays, it's almost impossible not to splurge. To avoid any "holiday weight gain", over the next month I plan on balancing my diet […]
Hosting dinner parties is not a new cultural activity – people have been doing this for as long as we can remember. With popular and incredibly addictive reality shows like Come Dine with Me Canada, there seems to be a craze for perfecting the art of the dining experience or at the very least giving a […]
I frequently get asked to recommend children’s books that involve movement. Toddlers and preschoolers enjoy stories that have an element of participation in them. These types of books are great when they don’t want to sit still for a story. They allow the children to move around and engage in the story in a different […]
Who said networking is for business people and business people only? If you ever thought that networking is not a senior’s thing – think again. Networking is an effective activity for everybody – from all walks of life and from all ages. Sometimes it’s hard to separate the word from professional advancement but simply put, it […]
Is it just the flu? As the weather starts to get colder, people start talking about “cold and flu season” and going to the doctor for a flu shot. When someone does get sick, they will often be heard to say, “It’s just the flu – I’ll go to my doctor for some antibiotics.” […]
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup Qualifying is in full kick. With forthcoming matches this weekend, soccer supporters and fanatics are gearing up to see their favourite teams advance. As much as we love to think that it is all about “the love for the game” there have been numerous controversies involving FIFA. […]
Everyone always says that summer is a great time to get into shape but I say there is no time like the present. A year ago today, I made the best decision of my life: I joined the gym and I have become a new person. Not only am I physically and mentally stronger, but I […]
Beginning October 2012, the weekly distribution of Barbara Frum's Museum and Arts Passes (MAP) will be moved from Monday evenings to Thursdays mornings. Starting Thursday, October 4, the MAP will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Line up for the passes will begin outside the front doors of the branch at 9:00 a.m. A […]