The Ottawa Public Library-Library and Archives Canada Joint Facility has officially been named “Ādisōke”. The word comes from the Anishinābemowin Algonquin language, and appropriately means “storytelling” in English. The name of the new facility was announced this morning at 555 Albert Street, where the library will eventually stand. Leaders from the Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg […]
Happy weekend! Finally, some proper May weather! What have you got planned for the weekend? I’ve got some ideas below! [Reading] It’s the perfect time to get outside with a good book. This week I’d recommend Super Sad True Love Story from Gary Shteyngart. Although a little existential and kind of a downer at times, it makes […]
Happy Friday! It looks to be a rainy weekend ahead. What are you up to? I have some ideas to keep you busy! [Watching] Another day, another crime doc! This week I checked out The Ripper, which follows the story of the Yorkshire Ripper, a serial killer that terrorized the UK between 1975 and 1980. […]
Spring is in the air! For real this time? Please? How’s your week going? I’m so happy for more sunshine. Daylight Savings Time usually puts a weird spell on me, but this time, I’m feeling pretty stoked about it. I’m even stoked for the mud that is born out of the melted snow and ice – […]
Happy Weekend! What’s been keeping you busy? For me, it’s been shovelling – I skipped the workout entirely to get the driveway looking spick and span. It didn’t totally work but I’m feeling accomplished. Besides that, it’s just the usual fare. I’ve put together a list of things I’ve been watching, reading, listening to and […]
Happy orange zone week! Is that a thing? Truthfully, I haven’t left the house much this week except to shovel copious amounts of snow. In that vein, maybe you are looking for something new to spruce up your time spent at home. I’ve got some ideas for you below! [Listening] Thanks to a recommendation from […]
Happy Valentine’s Day weekend! And a double happy for a long weekend. If you are looking for some ideas to make the most of it, I’ve got some things for you to listen to, watch, read and spend your time. [Listening] dIt wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without a little bit of romance, no? Whether you are […]
How’s it going? We’re about a quarter into February, and I cannot believe it! While we await announcements from the province about re-opening measures, I thought I’d drop you some ideas for what to get up to at home. Check out this week’s Stay Home Club! [Listening] I’ve been enjoying William Prince’s music lately! He turned […]
Cold weather plus a lockdown is the perfect combo to soak up your favourite things from the comfort and warmth of home. If you need some ideas for what to get lost in, I’ve got some for you, here! [Reading] This year I’ve opted to read way more books. My favourite title I read in […]
Happy weekend! Although temperatures have dropped, there’s no shortage of stuff to do from the comfort of home. You could check out some fashion runways at Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto. Need to get in some Christmas shopping? There are many Christmas markets our city has to offer (mostly virtual, by the way!). If you’re looking for a […]