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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!Hat cadets to show their talents
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
Medicine Hat News An Olympic-style event featuring local cadets is scheduled for Feb. 17 at the Pattison Armouries. The three cadet programs in the city — 15 Medicine Hat Ryal Canadian Air Cadets; 145 Medicine Hat Royal Canadian Sea Cadets; and 2313 South Alberta Light Horse Royal Canadian Army Cadets — will work as teams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grapes & Gourmet Gala coming up
By Medicine Hat News on February 9th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The 12th annual Grapes & Gourmet Gala, co-sponsored by Pritchard & Co. and the Medicine Hat Kiwanis Club, will take place March 9 at Medalta. The charity fundraising event showcases food from local restaurateurs and pairs it with fine wines.The money raised goes to the Kiwanis Club of Medicine Hat and other ... 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 »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 5-11
By Medicine Hat News on February 5th, 2018
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 Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Re-purposing historic sites
By Medicine Hat News on February 3rd, 2018
Is “re-purposing” even a word? It does have special meaning in the world of heritage. Saving and designating to protect a building is only part of the challenge. A designated heritage building without a purpose is probably doomed to neglect and insignificance. Finding a new, viable purpose for a heritage building is a true success. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Duplicate bridge club results for December
By Medicine Hat News on February 3rd, 2018
Dec. 5 North-South 1st Sumit Chatterjee & Ed Codding 2nd John Weatherhead & Ed Keck East-West 1st Anna Hofer & Marianne Siskin 2nd Mona Girling & Charlotte Jobb Dec. 7 North-South 1st Sumit Chatterjee & Chris Stewart 2nd Doreen Denis & Lorena Kelly East-West 1st Leslie Gill & Len Sharland 2nd Jean Dermody & Josie ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Get absorbed in this experiment and the Regional Science Fair
By Medicine Hat News on February 3rd, 2018
Oh my it is a busy time right now. I think schools and families are in full “science fair mode.” I see hundreds of children each and every week right now ensuring that everyone is on track for their school science fair and then on to the Regional Science Fair coming up on March 24 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: What are your core values?
By Medicine Hat News on February 3rd, 2018
Have you ever asked your self what your values are? I don’t mean monetary value, like a good sale on shoes or 50 per cent off at the shopping mall. I’m talking about your core values. Those things that are at the heart of your being, the reasons you believe you exist. Those things that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality:Assess your risk, prevent a fall
By Medicine Hat News on February 2nd, 2018
November is Falls Prevention month across Canada and even though it has come and gone, care should be taken year round, especially since falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults. Every year, one in three seniors will fall. Our bodies naturally change with age which can affect how we feel, move, and ... Read More »
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