Living

CAROLYN Hornell is taking the commitment out of kids' classes.

I have been hearing a term floated about, Crowdfunding, which similar to Crowdsourcing is a way of using social media to finance projects. I was intrigued, but really didn't know much about it. So I decided to do a bit of research.

Holiday season is upon us, and what better time to eat, drink and be merry! December is the one time of the year where everyone relaxes their healthy intentions and enjoys high-calorie treats.

BEFORE karate instructor Hamid Tarighatbin learned the martial art he now teaches, he used to think of Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan.

JIM Haswell joined the BREATH Program at Lions Gate Hospital in 1999. He will enter his 13th year with the program in the new year when it resumes in January.

THE 2011 holiday season marks an important milestone for one 28-year-old North Vancouver resident. Kevin (his last name withheld to protect his family's privacy) has just celebrated two years of sobriety.

LOOKING back over 2011, we're reminded yet again, that wine is first and foremost about people: those who make it (and to a much lesser extent - those of us who drink it). It's also very much about place, of course. At least it should be.

CHRISTMAS is my favourite time of the year. I'm so blessed to share it with loved ones, including my fur-covered ones.

New Years Eve Dinner and Dance New York Time: The Men in Black trio will perform jazz/dance music to ring in the New Year Saturday, Dec. 31, 5-10 p.m. at West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. A cash bar will be in effect.

LOOKING for the perfect topping for the Brie at your Boxing Day bash? You'll find it - provided your guests are meat-eaters - in an unassuming little tub at gourmet food stores: Skillet Bacon Spread.