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Everybody’s Talking | Quotable Quotes | Trivia | What’s Happening | Your Weekly Horoscope | Did You Know? | On the Lighter Side
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Vol. 3 No. 10:12 October 12th, 2026
Everybody’s Talking
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Dog laws: Dogs who live in the city of Turin in Italy are likely to be in better shape than their counterparts in some other locations. There is a law in Turin that states that dog owners must walk their pets three times a day. If they don’t, they’ll get a hefty fine of €500 ($650 US). Also, when owners walk their dogs, they are expected to do so in a way that will not tire out their canines. So, if they like riding a bicycle alongside Fifi, they better go slow! Dog owners are not allowed to dye their pooch’s fur or dock their tails for aesthetic purposes, either.
Hard day’s night: Gordon Olley of Wendling, England, fell in love with his wife, Mary, in 1964 on the night he took her and his then-girlfriend, Edna, to a Beatles movie at the Dereham Cinema in Norfolk. To celebrate their many years together, Gordon decided to surprise Mary by renting out the theater and asked the manager to show A Hard Day’s Night. The staff at the theater were more than willing to comply and Mary had the surprise of her life when she got to relive their first night out, even though at the time they were not officially dating.
Don’t forget! Birthdays come and go; some get remembered, while others are forgotten. However, a man in Samoa better not forget his wife’s birthday it’s against the law! Samoan men may not be expected to buy their wives a gift or take them out for dinner on their birthday, but they absolutely can’t forget to at least say “Happy Birthday!” or perhaps give their wife a note acknowledging the special day. If her husband does forget, it’s up to the wife to decide what action to take. Because it is the law, she can (if she so desires) report him to the police if he forgets!
Crazy house: People who get dizzy easily would have to avoid a certain home located in the town of Szymbark, Poland. Called the Upside Down House, the building is just like the name says, the base of the structure is in the air, while the peak is on the ground. Visitors find it quite intriguing to enter the home through a roof window. Not only that, but the house is on a bit of a slant, making it somewhat confusing to walk through. Even the builders had a bit of trouble adjusting to the design and had to take occasional breaks. The house is the creation of businessman Daniel Czapiewski.
Quotable Quotes
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“The greatest compensation of old age is its freedom of spirit. Another compensation is that it liberates you from envy, hatred, and malice.” – W. Somerset Maugham
“Too many people expect wonders from democracy, when the most wonderful thing of all is just having it.” – Walter Winchell
Trivia
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- What word is used to describe a hot, dry wind in southern Australia?
- Which bird is known for its laughing call?
- How many legs does a seahorse have?
- In the military, what does the abbreviation WO stand for?
- Is an okapi an animal, a vegetable or a mineral?
▼ Trivia answers at the bottom of the page! ▼
What’s Happening
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October 2026
Red Deer
Cosmos Showcase Fundraiser
Date & Time: Saturday, October 17 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Location: 7428-49 Avenue
Details: Highlight the programs, activities, and supports offered by Cosmos Community Supports Services Ltd., while also helping raise funds to enhance and expand the group’s various programs. There will be arts and crafts, food and refreshments, and a silent auction. The event is open to the general public.
For More Information: Email [email protected]
Hearts of Harmony Rehearsals
Date & Time: Mondays, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Location: Gaetz Memorial United Church
Details: Regular Monday night rehearsals for ladies to come and see what the group is all about.
For More Information: Visit heartsofharmony.ca
Sylvan Lake / Area
Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Sylvan Lake
Date & Time: October 24 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Downtown Sylvan Lake
Details: Start the Halloween fun early! Find a map of participating businesses online.
For More Information: Visit the Sylvan Lake website
Life Transitions
Date & Time: October 17 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Sylvan Lake Municipal Library
Details: Explore art therapy in a cozy environment with friends old and new. For ages 16+, and those looking to explore or process big life changes as they move through the stages of life. This event is free, but registration is required.
For More Information: Call 403-887-2130 or register online using the RSVP feature on the library website
Neighborhood Welcome
Date & Time: Ongoing
Location: Sylvan Lake
Details: Connects new qualified shoppers to local businesses, saving money on groceries, auto needs, leisure activities, and more.
For More Information: Email [email protected].
Lacombe / Blackfalds / Bentley / Rimbey
Fireside Readings, After Dark
Date & Time: Friday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Lacombe Performing Arts Centre
Details: Literary open mic night for writers to share work with more mature themes in a supportive environment, or for the community to experience local literary talent. Readers, please keep readings under 5 minutes. Free to attend. 18+. Bar service available.
For More Information: Lacombe Performing Arts Centre
Water Colour Paint Night
Date & Time: October 21 at 7 p.m.
Location: Kinsmen Program Room, Mary C. Moore Public Library
Details: Learn to paint some easy fall leaves and pumpkins in a relaxed environment. Beginners welcome! Hosted by Miranda. Free to attend, but registration is required.
For More Information: Contact Miranda at [email protected] or register online, by phone, or in person at the Circulation Desk
Your Weekly Horoscope
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Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Pisces winners with the luckiest number being 8.
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Aries (March 21 - April 20)
You may be feeling openly affectionate, warm and quite responsive to loving gestures from others. As a result, friendships and amorous relationships could flourish. Lucky Numbers: 13, 24, 28, 37, 40, 47
Gemini (May 22 - June 21)
If you find that your vitality is strong, you’ll need a physical outlet for all that energy. Perhaps, you should try something that you have never had the courage to attempt before. Lucky Numbers: 8, 9, 18, 19, 28, 29
Taurus (April 21 - May 21)
You could meet or get re-acquainted with someone who is very good for you. You may want to give time to loved ones and spend generously to make them happy. Lucky Numbers: 2, 9, 11, 22, 44, 48
Cancer (June 22 - July 23)
Your ability to accommodate the unexpected could be called upon. The pace may be very quick and you’ll need to think on your feet while jumping to the next task. Lucky Numbers: 4, 14, 29, 31, 36, 45
Leo (July 23 - Aug. 23)
Try to avoid unpleasantness as much as possible. Your desire for harmony, beauty and gracious surroundings could be stronger than usual. Lucky Numbers: 3, 13, 24, 25, 39, 42
Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23)
You may tend to spend time on social activities, which is not a bad thing. Taking time to chat with neighbours could result in more positive relationships. Lucky Numbers: 10, 18, 21, 38, 43, 40
Virgo (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23)
Don’t allow relationships with those in authority to become uncomfortable. Break away from self-doubt and move towards using your talents to overcome criticism. Lucky Numbers: 1, 15, 19, 31, 42, 47
Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
You may be able to communicate more effectively with family members and friends. Try to re-establish your connection and resolve a long-standing situation. Lucky Numbers: 4, 16, 19, 34, 46, 49
Sagittarius Nov. 23 - Dec. 21)
Opening up about personal and private matters may come easier to you. It might be worthwhile to record some of your old memories in a journal. Lucky Numbers: 3, 9, 13, 19, 33, 39
Aquarius (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)
You may find that even when you are with others you’ll still feel separate. You might need to withdraw from any social contact and work at your own pace. Lucky Numbers: 11, 25, 26, 28, 42, 46
Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20)
You may need to act instinctively on your inner feelings. There could be changes you can make that will significantly improve your career. Lucky Numbers: 5, 10, 20, 35, 40, 45
Pisces (Feb. 20 - March 20)
Take a break from old, familiar surroundings in order to delve into bigger things. Don’t battle every obstacle. Get some rest and relaxation. Lucky Numbers: 8, 9, 22, 26, 35, 37
Did you Know?
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Google’s library: Ever wonder how Google can almost always find what you’re looking for on the Internet? It’s because the website’s index has about 60 trillion individual web pages to choose from. This database is roughly 100,000,000 gigabytes and constantly growing.
Long way down: At one time, you could tell the status of a person by what floor they lived on in an apartment building. Without elevators, poor people would have to climb many stories to get to their rooms, leaving the lower levels for wealthy residents.
Super strength: It turns out that people are stronger than they may think. If all the muscles in a human body worked together at one time, a person could lift 25 tonnes!
Perfect paradise: Belize is known for its dense forests and pristine beaches. This tropical nation, located south of Mexico, is about the size of the American state of New Hampshire.
Hot shot: Professional table tennis players can get into some very heated matches. Balls that are hit just right can reach speeds of 160 kilometers per hour.
On the Lighter Side
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Teacher: “Sam, if you had one dollar in one pocket and 75 cents in the other pocket, what would you have?” Sam: “My hands in my dad’s pockets!”
Daughter looking through family photos: “Doesn’t Daddy look funny in those suspenders?” Son: “Well, he’d look a darn sight funnier without them!”
Middle age is when the hardest things to raise in your garden are your knees.
Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb. That’s where the fruit is.
Sam: “You said Mr. Smith died and left no money?” Fran: “Yep, he lost his health getting wealthy and lost his wealth to get healthy!”
Trivia answers:
- Brickfielder
- Kookaburra
- None
- Warrant Officer
- Animal
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