Living

W ar fiction varies greatly. Although almost all stories set during wartime are poignant, the fiction of the First World War is often more descriptive of the horrors of war while the literature of the Second World War can be more romantic.

"to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations" - The Captain's Oath from the Star Trek O ur beautiful country was unveiled by people who were no ordinary tourists.

I t's official: The Port Moody Winter Farmers' Market is now running every Sunday. Opening day is this weekend, on Nov. 2 and the market runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the PoMo recreation complex. What a wonderful expansion for the city.

T his Halloween, curl up with a scary story.

COQUITLAM Hallowe'en Hijinks: Join library staff for stories and crafts on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Poirier branch; for ages five years old and up (parents or caregivers must stay in the library during this program).

T he loss of all our lovely fall foliage often makes November seem far more bleak than other winter months. Winter flowering heathers are one of the best sources of winter colour and they bloom in sequence.

L ike many people, I was surprised to learn last week the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) had decided to audit a small non-profit, volunteer-run birding group in Ontario with charitable income status to determine if any of its activities were prohibite

A lot has changed in the past 100 years, including family entertainment. Today, entertainment and technology go hand in hand and it is difficult to imagine walking into today's households and not finding iPads, TVs or smartphones.

COQUITLAM Hallowe'en Hijinks: Join library staff for stories and crafts on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Poirier branch; for ages five years old and up (parents or caregivers must stay in the library during this program).

O ctober is one of my favourite food months. Often, the weather is sufficiently lovely to barbecue. Just as often, however, it's miserable and nothing but a comforting casserole will do. Fortunately, we can have both.