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The Miracle Detective uncovers a mystery
13 November 2007 - 1:39pmWhen is a visit from the Blessed Virgin Mary considered genuine?
Give a Child the Gift of Literacy: Be a R.E.A.D. Volunteer
13 November 2007 - 11:29amThe R.E.A.D. (Reading for Enjoyment And Development) program provides one-on-one free tutoring for children between the ages of 7 and 12 years needing assistance with basic literacy skills. Tutoring is provided by volunteers.
Are You Health Literate?
12 November 2007 - 7:59pm60% of adult Canadians lack the capacity to obtain, understand and act upon health information and services and to make appropriate health decisions on their own(Health Literacy in Canada: Initial Results form the International Adult Literacy and Skills Survey (IALLS)).
Autumn Cooking and Food Shopping
12 November 2007 - 3:53pmAutumn is when I get into some serious cooking again. It's the season for the comfort food most people enjoy: soups, stews, braised dishes, roasts and hearty, earthy vegetables. I can spend hours in the kitchen on a chilly day preparing the harvest bounty available at this time of year while I listen to CDs or CBC radio. It's the season for carrots, rutabagas, cabbages of all kinds, leeks, kale, beets and potatoes -- to name a few good things.
driving parents crazy syndrome
10 November 2007 - 3:50pmUh-oh, here it comes... the weather that keeps us indoors. Being cooped up all weekend coupled with being a kid can lead to boredom, which in turn, can lead to the driving parents crazy syndrome! Don't worry, help is on the way. Did you know that our website has some great suggestions for how to keep your kids busy, and happy?
How to find your next great read!
8 November 2007 - 4:22pmSue Grafton's new novel T is for Trespass, due out the beginning of December has over 200 holds on it already -- and you're sitting at number 170. What are you going to read in the meantime? Fear not book lovers -- NoveList is there to save the day!
Not Angels, but Anglicans ...
7 November 2007 - 11:57amWant to know why 9000 Anglicans gathered at the John Labatt Centre, recently? It is the 150th anniversary of the Diocese of Huron. Explore the rich history of the diocese, from Bishop Benjamin Cronyn to today, with Dr. Douglas Leighton of Huron University College. Questions and answers to follow.
Date: December 12 (Wednesday), 2-4.00 p.m.
Location: Stevenson & Hunt Room B, Central branch (Citi Plaza).
Admission: Free
2 hours validated parking during Citi Plaza hours.
Elizabeth Hay wins the Scotiabank Giller prize!
7 November 2007 - 11:06amThere was exciting news in the world of Canadian publishing last night as the winner of the 2007 Scotiabank Giller prize was announced at a gala dinner in Toronto. I thought this year's shortlist was particularly strong and that all the nominees were worthy of the prize. I was rooting for Elizabeth Hay and her novel Late Nights on Air, and was delighted when her name was announced. I have been an admirer of her beautiful writing since I read A Student of Weather
London Reads at LPL
7 November 2007 - 9:48amModeled after CBC Radio’s hugely popular “Canada Reads” London Public Library , The University of Western Ontario, the City of London and the Bookstore at Western invite you to join our own version of this great tribute to Canadian literature “London Reads.” For the fifth edition in a row London readers will be celebrating five great Canadian books.
Armchair Travel: A Great Way to Go
5 November 2007 - 7:52pmAs the weather starts to cool and we look toward frosty dark evenings to entertain ourselves, there are some great books you might like to cuddle up with. They will take you to warm and sunny places and let you travel the world without leaving your living room. I recommend you cuddle into a cosy chair, bring along a drink, and start your adventure. Enjoy!