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B.C. stout selection improving

B.C. stout selection improving

Last week, cruising the aisles of the local liquor store, the Hired Belly noticed the selection of local brews had improved immensely. The near monsoon outside had me craving something dark and warming, maybe a decent porter or stout.
Alzheimer's walk being held Jan. 26

Alzheimer's walk being held Jan. 26

On Sunday, Jan. 26, British Columbians in 23 communities across the province will walk to raise funds for research and support for more than 70,000 people who face dementia in B.C.

Tips for successful investing

From my experience in retirement planning I have witnessed certain investor habits that can lead people down a destructive path. Although the stock market has moved higher in recent months, one can always learn to improve their investment practices.

Seniors Calendar

Notices Computer Flight Simulation Drop in and fly a Boeing 747 or some other aircraft on the computer the second and fourth Friday of each month, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. $2.25.

Taking stock of 2013's gains and losses

Last year's top stories no doubt the talk of 2014
Park Royal to launch QR code trivia game

Park Royal to launch QR code trivia game

Park Royal is turning shopping into a game. Shoppers will soon be able to use the new Snappz app on their smartphones to scan QR codes posted at different locations around Park Royal North, South and the Village.

Fashion File

MUSIC IN FASHION The Lions Gate Sinfonia presents Music in Fashion on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 3 p.m. at Centennial Theatre.
North Van design label blooms

North Van design label blooms

When a costume designer turns her creative attention to undergarments, don't expect tighty-whities. North Vancouver resident Gerry-Gail Endean is the brains behind the fashion label Creampuff by GG.

Thermal imaging offered

There's a new way to save on heating costs. Residents can find out where their home is losing heat by signing up for free thermal imaging from Cool North Shore, a nonprofit society that focuses on sustainability.
From scribble to reality

From scribble to reality

Columnist offers insight into exhilarating design and building process