Living

HUNDREDS of women will come together in 14 communities across Canada, including North Vancouver, to host Women & Wellness events in 2012.

AMONG the most daunting parts of deciding to work out is figuring out how often to hit the gym and what types of exercises you should do. The options can seem endless and confusing, and which ones you should choose depend on what your goals are.

Vitality of Aging 50+ Lifestyle Series: A variety of experts will share information on subjects relating to aging with vitality Sunday, Jan. 29, 10: 45 a.m.-3 p.m. at West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Admission: $10.

THE cool, crisp air felt fresh as it reached my lungs. My friend Matt and I kept a steady pace as we climbed through the trees at one of our secret stashes near Pemberton.

THE Vancouver International Boat Show, taking place Feb. 8-12, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year as B.C.'s largest showcase for the recreational boating industry.

FORMER Olympic downhill super-star turned Senator, Nancy Greene reminded us the other day that, for most people of my generation, the most vital piece of equipment in learning to ski was a wine-skin. It's true.

I'M hardly the one to ask about how to settle an argument with a spouse. My motto is . . . "I win.

ARTIST Mong Yen (in front of his pieces Feeding At Low Tide and Crabbing) will display his work in a group show with three other artists (Susan Hall, Jean Redpath and Jongsook Lee) at West Vancouver's Ferry Building Gallery from Jan. 31 to Feb. 19.

EDWARD Chapman Woman has closed its doors and will soon reopen as House of Gerry Weber. The ladies' clothing boutique at 1849 Marine Dr. has been a fixture in West Vancouver for close to 40 years.