October 8, 2008 / Lifestyle

Going pink for breast cancer awareness

Kelly green was turned pink, in support of breast cancer awareness. Staff at Homelife- Kempenfelt Kelly Realty hosted a fundraising barbecue in support of breast cancer initiatives at their Alcona branch Friday afternoon. More...

Gilda's Club receives $300,000 donation from builders

The capital campaign of Gilda's Club Barrie received it's largest donation at a dinner meeting celebrat- ing the Build for Gilda's! project recently. More...

The Gardener's Corner

The development of the Plant Swatch

Here's a novel idea, a portable folding plant booklet that's slim enough to fit in a pocket, purse or glove box to have at your fingertips in a moment's notice. More...

PAWS dogs helping with literacy

Children are invited to read to and cuddle specially trained therapy dogs from Therapeutic Paws of Canada, during the PAWS to Read event at the Innisfil Public Library. More...

Nantyr Thanksgiving food drive underway

The annual Thanksgiving food drive is underway at Nantyr Shores Secondary School, and will by running until later today. Every year, staff and students collect food for people in need around the community. More...

Breast exams being offered

Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of the disease in women. But women can do something about it. Mammograms are the gold standard in breast screening and can save lives. More...

Alzheimer Society hosting monthly meeting Oct. 16

The Alzheimer Society of Greater Simcoe County will host a monthly caregiver support group meeting at The Spoke in Sandycove Acres on Oct. 16. More...

Finding conservation champions in Innisfil

The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority is inviting the public to nominate Conservation Champions who have made a significant contribution to the health of the watershed. More...

Encouraging the breastfeeding culture

World Breastfeeding Week is an annual event that celebrates the importance of the act for the health of both mothers and children. More...

Museum hosting Last Blast Oct. 18

The Simcoe County Museum and the Historical Construction Equipment Association present their ninth annual Last Blast at the Simcoe County Museum on Saturday October 18. More...