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‘Working’ wines to whet the whistle

‘Working’ wines to whet the whistle

While Labour Day poses as the last hurrah of a spectacular summer, I beg to differ. Chances are warm days and nights will continue for a while, which is all the more reason to keep that barbecue primed.

Correction

An Aug. 22 Look story erroneously referred to Dr. Giselle Villar as the acting department head of obstetric anesthesia at BC Women's Hospital. In fact, Villar is the former acting department head.
Susanna Blunt's jewelry brings smiles

Susanna Blunt's jewelry brings smiles

Collection inspired by an unexpected compliment

Fashion File

First in B.C. Free People is opening its first B.C. boutique at Park Royal and will mark the occasion with a grand opening event on Aug. 29 from 6-8 p.m.
MAJOR: Turning rubbish into rhubarb

MAJOR: Turning rubbish into rhubarb

North Vancouver duo grows lush garden on rubble-strewn patch of district land
LUNTER: That's using your noodle

LUNTER: That's using your noodle

Four clever new ways to use your old swimming pool toys

Kids Stuff

Book Buddies Children ages six-12 will play literacy games and practice their reading skills with teen volunteers Saturdays until Aug. 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr. Snacks will be provided.

Green Guide

Watershed Tours See where your water comes from with guided until Sept. 7 at the Capilano Watershed or Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Schedule: metrovancouver. org/region/calendar/pages/watershedtours.aspx.

Snooping on children is a violation of their trust

There was a time when parents wanted to know whether they should read their children's diaries or go through their backpacks. The answer was a resounding no.
Herbs make butter better

Herbs make butter better

As the saying goes: “Everything’s better with butter.” You’ll get no argument from me, but to go that one better: everything’s way better with a compound butter. Making compound butters couldn’t be easier.