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All Psyched Up: May long weekend is finally here
By DR. LINDA HANCOCK on May 22nd, 2021
Well, we are in pandemic lockdown again but that doesn’t change the dates on the calendar. No matter what happens, one of the favourite holidays, May long weekend, is here. Many people look forward to this date for a number of reasons. Which one would apply to you? • CAMPING – When the weather is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Build your own compass before going out exploring this weekend
By PATTY ROOKS on May 22nd, 2021
The first long weekend of summer has finally arrived! I’m writing this before the weekend, so I’m not sure what the weather holds. If you’ve lived in southern Alberta for any length of time, you’ll know this weekend can be anything from beautiful warm sunny days to cold wintery weather; nothing is off limits! If ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: A Prayer for Pentecost
By REV. DR. NANCY COCKS on May 22nd, 2021
Sunday is the celebration of Pentecost for most Christians, marking the 50th day after Easter when the Holy Spirit blessed the followers of Jesus with gifts to serve him in the world. In the Book of Acts, the story uses images of wind and fire to describe God’s power at work. When friends in Prince ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Caring for your oral health during the COVID-19 pandemic
By JENNA LANNAN on May 21st, 2021
The past year has been difficult and stressful for all of us. Not surprisingly, there have been numerous disruptions in routines and changes in habits. Oral health is one area that often is neglected during such times. The COVID-19 pandemic has also created a delay in receiving dental care for many children and families. As ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: How to make takeout meals more healthy
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on May 21st, 2021
Eating takeout meals can be a way of life, often driven by the necessity for fast, convenient food. During the pandemic, enthusiasts for restaurant dining have created a surge in demand for takeout meals. Unfortunately, fast food outlets have never been beacons of nutritional value. But have times changed? With the plethora of new home ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: A steamy affair
By Sally Sehn on May 18th, 2021
In 1982, the historic Medicine Hat Steam Laundry building, located on Second Street in the Flats, was demolished. Although the structure had been there for 70 years, this was not the first location of the business. Before this site, the Medicine Hat Steam Laundry was operating from the rear of 385 Toronto Street, today 627-629 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Smarts: Skateboard rocket science
By Patty Rooks on May 15th, 2021
The month of May has been flying by. Of course, we have the unofficial kickoff to spring coming up next weekend. I know many people will be outside; hopefully enjoying some beautiful weather. Just in case you need something to keep your little scientist busy, here is an activity sure to please. Let’s get started! ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: With great power comes great responsibility
By Dr. Linda Hancock on May 15th, 2021
Most people like superheroes and one of the most popular is Spider-Man. This month I have been thinking about the tagline for this cartoon character Spider-Man that states “With great power comes great responsibility.” What an idea to ponder! Now that we are in even more restrictions due to the pandemic threat than in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Let’s talk about food security
By Alison Van Dyke on May 14th, 2021
This past year has laid bare many things about the food we eat and how we get it. Where and when can we obtain our groceries safely? What risks are being taken to bring us our food by the essential grocery store workers, migrant farm workers and meat processing plant employees? Are we even able ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eye on the Esplanade: Good policies make for good management
By Tim McShane on May 14th, 2021
Some regard ‘policy’ negatively. Others find policy confusing, or boring. Yet good policy is the result of a carefully considered plan of action and can be beneficial for managing museums. The Esplanade has several policies used in caring for the artefacts held in Public Trust. These have evolved through a process of asking, “What course ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Common Sense Health: COVID means double trouble, and worse
By Dr. Gifford-Jones and Diana Gifford-Jones on May 14th, 2021
If there’s ever a time to act on your health, this is it. Study after study in leading medical journals report compounding troubles from COVID-19. What was described as a lung disease early in the pandemic is now better recognized as an attack on health systems – your own body’s systems involving multiple organs as ... Read More »
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