Living

TWO North Shore educators were recognized for their extraordinary efforts in the classroom on a national stage last week.

ONLY weeks ago I wrote some of my thoughts on Steve Jobs stepping away from Apple, his health forcing him to the sidelines. I had hoped that it was to spend time with his family but in fact it was the final act in his life. Such a life it was.

SQUAMISH secondary school graduates attending Capilano University will benefit from a $100,000 donation announced Friday.

DANAE BILN, 9, UPPER LYNN ELEMENTARY Art teacher: Carol Roitberg Favourite art: Drawing Favourite artist: Emily Carr Her teacher writes: Danae displays a certain maturity in her approach to art.

NOW that autumn is fully underway and the weather has cooled, it is time to take advantage of one of the most important gardening seasons of the year and get some work done in the garden.

I love this time of year. There are sparkling sunny days mixed in with the gloomy; russet leaves that shatter underfoot; and a return to cosy sweaters and knits.

North Shore Celtic Ensemble: Children ages nine to 11 who have at least two years of violin, ongoing private lessons and an interest in Celtic music are invited to play in a lively ensemble. Rehearsals take place Wednesdays from 7: 30 to 8: 30 p.m.

WHAT'S not to love about pears? Fragrant, curvaceous and delicious, they're wonderful in both sweet and savoury recipes - the tricky part is getting them to be ripe when you're ready to use them.

Nourish Your Community: Too much fruit on your trees? If you have a hard time eating all of your fruit, don't let it go to waste. Donate it.

"THIS is the book I'm most proud of," says author Francis Mansbridge.