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Time for Paws
By Medicine Hat News on February 16th, 2018
Have you ever noticed that some people treat their animals better than they treat other people? They beam when Spot enters the room and spend time greeting and cuddling him. The cat eats gourmet food out of Royal Dolton and crystal. Every room has climbing posts, pet toys, plush beds and special grooming aids. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Seed to Table’ family night coming up at VM
By Medicine Hat News on February 14th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Vincent Massey School is holding a “Seed to Table” family night on Feb. 28 from 6:30-8 p.m. School staff, parent volunteers, and community volunteers will have stations set up for parents and students to take part in and rotate through (community business volunteering their time include Dee’s Baked Goods as well as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 12-18
By Medicine Hat News on February 12th, 2018
Note: Some listings may be cancelled due to the Family Day long weekend. Check with the club. MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: All about heart and a Mobius strip
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Of course, we all know what “holiday” is coming up this week: Valentine’s Day! For all of us nerds (self-professed of course) out there, how does one celebrate this special day with their loved ones? Well, this week, we are going to take the “m” out of STEM and focus on a math activity that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!January Veiner Centre Contract Bridge Club results
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Jan. 3 1. Jim Hillson 2. Bert Howes 3. Norma Campbell 4. Iris Boychuk Jan. 8 1. Iris Boychuk 2. Bruce Perrin 3. Gert Mondor 4. Jackie Hurlbut 5. Matilda Weiss Jan. 10 1. Laraine Payne 2. Matilda Weiss 3. Bruce Perrin Jan. 15 1. Matilda Weiss 2. Dorothy Perrin 3. Liz Codd 4. Laraine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noteworthy: Bad passwords, gas-flavoured beer and best PMs
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Popular T-shirt at the Winter Olympics in South Korea: “My parents went to the Winter Olympics and all they brought me back was the Norovirus.” … If you use the password “123456′ or ‘password’ for any of your online security functions, congratulations — you have chosen the worst passwords of 2017, according to a recent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Peace United Church in Irvine to celebrate 100 years on Sunday
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Light filtering in through stained glass windows — and a window or two that had been broken and replaced with clear glass — illuminated the sanctuary with warmth. There was a restful quiet in there, like the feeling that comes with stepping outside alone at night during the type of snowfall where the flakes drift ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Doughnut sprinkles
By Medicine Hat News on February 10th, 2018
Tim Hortons is a popular place to pick up doughnuts this time of year. My daughters’ eyes widen when they see doughnuts with sprinkles! Your eyes may widen as you read how sprinkles may save you tax. Really — stay with me for a bit. I’m talking about an RRSP or RRIF sprinkle strategy; which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Who is your valentine?
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
As we approach Feb. 14 it is time to think about relationships and their meaning. Ponder the following: 1. Most people spend more time shopping for a new vehicle than finding a partner. Slow down and consider what you need and can offer before you commit. 2. Dating is a way of determining whether you ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Play is the work of childhood
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
Fred Rodgers is often quoted saying what I believe is a fundamental perspective in creating healthy and resilient children. He says “play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” It is through play experiences that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Caregiving Corner: Are you a boiled frog?
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
I’ve heard it said if you put a frog in boiling water, it knows to jump out to avoid being boiled. If you put a frog in cold water, and slowly raise the temperature, it adapts to the rising temperature and stays there until it’s boiled. The caregiving path is similar and equally dangerous. It ... Read More »
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