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“Words matter more than ever in difficult times,” says Linda Leith, artistic director of the Blue Metropolis Montreal International Literary Festival literary festival, which runs from today through the weekend. Hence this year’s theme: Words That Matter. Over four days, about 100 readings, panels and workshops will riff on this … Read More
I have more than my fair share of holiday gift horror stories (that Titanic-sized second-hand microwave first comes to mind). Since we’re all on a tight budget this year, you can try to go for personalized – those gifts are priceless and girls love them. The only catch? They require … Read More
Starting today, the intoxicating scent of freshly printed paper will waft through Harbourfront’s halls for eleven days of readings, interviews, lectures and roundtables at the 29th International Festival of Authors. Tear yourself away from the festival’s excellent bookstore for these events, our picks for the festival’s highlights. Renowned cartoonist Lynda … Read More
Ever wonder if you’re wasting your time with stressful and time-consuming work, even if you do earn more each year? Ever feel like you’re missing the benefits of a contemplative life? Can you admit that the desire to be idle has taken control of your life? We have a book … Read More
Dubbed Calgary’s “Village in the City” by the area’s website, find Kensington nestled along the Bow River in the N.W. With three or four main streets lined with all manner of shops, you can easily stroll around the “village” in an afternoon – we suggest a sunny Saturday with a cup … Read More
