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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. 1 No. 10:07 October 7, 2024
Everybody’s Talking
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Don’t monkey around: A man from the United Arab Emirates was arrested by Indian customs officials at the airport in New Delhi when he was caught trying to carry illegal contraband onto a plane. The contraband was a tiny monkey called a loris, hidden in the man’s clothing. The loris is an endangered species and it is assumed that the man was attempting to transport it from Thailand through India, then on to Dubai where it could be sold. However, the man was arrested and the monkey was turned over to People for Animals, an animal welfare organization.
Catching the wave: The goat is one of the more sure-footed of the four-legged animals on the planet, which might help to explain the extraordinary ability of Goatee and Pismo, better known as the surfing goats. Dana McGregor, an American from the state of California (US), purchased the two goats to keep the grass from getting too high on his property. McGregor is a surfer and one day he decided to take his goats along for the ride. He went to San Onofre State Beach to surf, where he persuaded Goatee and Pismo to get on his surfboard. After that, his four-legged pals were hooked.
Sleepy moms: New mothers who feel tired most of the time are not alone. A British study revealed that new moms lose the equivalent of a whole month of sleep during baby’s first year. Ninety-eight percent of the 1,091 moms in the study, who live across the United Kingdom, claimed they were awake tending to their babies an average of 3.9 times per night. Each time they responded to their babies’ cries, they stayed up for an average of 31.6 minutes. That adds up to 31.8 days. The moms usually slept 7.8 hours a night prior to baby’s arrival. While it may not help new mothers get more sleep, this information helps them understand that losing sleep is something all new moms have to deal with.
Eat up!: An Italian man, who was a fugitive from police, gave himself away because of his appetite for lasagna. Giancarlo Sabatini eluded authorities when he found out he’d have to serve almost four years in prison for drug charges. However, the love of his wife’s homemade lasagna lured him out of hiding in Belgium. Police, who had been watching the houses of Sabatini’s wife and daughter, suspected he might have dropped in for a visit when they observed the daughter carrying a lasagna platter to her mother’s house. They caught Sabatini red-handed. Hopefully, his last meal before prison was worth every bite!
Quotable Quotes
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“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.”
– Stephen R. Covey
“The most beautiful words in the English language are ‘cheque enclosed’.”
– Dorothy Parker
“Money can buy the husk of many things, but not the kernel. It brings you food, but not appetite; medicine, but not health; acquaintances, but not friends; days of joy, but not peace and happiness.”
– Henrik Ibsen
Trivia
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- What is the jocular term for watermelon?
- Fire, water, wood, earth, and metal are the five elements of what?
- Who was Luke Skywalker’s father?
- What is the world’s most expensive spice?
- What is the regulation height of a tennis net at the centre?
▼ Trivia answers at the bottom of the page! ▼
What’s Happening
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September 2024
Red Deer
Hearts of Harmony Chorus
Date & Time: Mondays, 6:30–9 p.m.
Location: 68 Donlevy Avenue
Details: Join us for a cappella singing or book us for a performance!
For More Information: www.heartsofharmony.ca
Seniors’ Dance
Date & Time: Every Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Location: Red Deer Legion Branch #35
Details: Join the fun at the seniors’ dance.
For More Information: Visit the Red Deer Legion website.
Lacombe
Trash to Treasure Week – Lacombe
Date & Time: October 4–13
Location: Throughout Lacombe
Details: Place reusable items at the curb marked “FREE.”
For More Information: Call 403.782.1261 or visit www.lacombe.ca/trashtotreasure
Mentalist Jeff Newman
Date & Time: October 18, Doors open at 7 p.m., Show at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Lacombe Performing Arts Centre
Details: Tickets are $35 (students $40 with ID).
For More Information: Visit LacombePAC.com or the Mary C. Moore Public Library.
Senior Drop-in Bowling
Date & Time: Every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m.
Location: Ambassador Bowling Centre, 5020 – 50 Street, Lacombe
Details: Seniors (50+) are invited to stop by for fun. $10 fee includes two games of bowling, shoe rental, coffee/tea, and snacks.
For More Information: Call 403.309.6387
Blacksmith Workshop Series
Date & Time: Ongoing in 2024
Location: Lacombe Museum
Details: The Blacksmith Workshop Series is back for 2024!
For More Information: Email [email protected] or call 403.782.3933.
Sylvan Lake
Paint With Melissa Hall – Teen Edition
Date & Time: Saturday, October 26, 2–4 p.m.
Location: Sylvan Lake Library
Details: Teens are invited to paint a masterpiece with guidance from local artist Melissa Hall.
For More Information: Call 403.887.2130 or register online at link
Hogwarts Reading Club
Date & Time: Ongoing
Location: Sylvan Lake Municipal Library
Details: Track your reading to earn points for your House and compete for the House Cup! Open to adults and children.
For More Information: Submit reading here: https://parklandab.wufoo.com/forms/hogwarts-reading-club/
Olds
The Old Oak – Presented by Mountain View Film Group
Date & Time: Sunday, October 20, 11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Location: Mayfair Cinema, 4910-50 Avenue, Olds
Details: A British drama about the friendship between a northern England pub owner and a Syrian woman, helping their divided village find hope.
For More Information: www.mountainviewfilmgroup.com
Your Weekly Horoscope
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Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Taurus winners with the luckiest number being 8.
Aries (March 21 - April 20)
Attending cultural events could satisfy your mind. Making friendly social visits to improve old grievances should lift your spirits.
Lucky Numbers: 7, 13, 14, 24, 30, 49.
Gemini (May 22 - June 21)
Feeling a little feisty could give you the force to be a powerful and effective communicator. Just remember to keep your cool.
Lucky Numbers: 24, 27, 29, 35, 37, 47.
Taurus (April 21 - May 21)
Begin implementing the promises that you have made to yourself. If you have the energy, perhaps you should take on more challenges.
Lucky Numbers: 8, 15, 17, 20, 30, 44.
Cancer (June 22 - July 23)
Try hard not to lose sight of reality while you are in your current mood. You may need inspiration, romance, and a temporary escape from everyday life.
Lucky Numbers: 8, 13, 29, 32, 38, 46.
Leo (July 23 - Aug. 23)
More research could be needed in attaining a long-term goal. It may also compel you to review your future career plans.
Lucky Numbers: 2, 8, 20, 25, 38, 39.
Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23)
You may need more time for personal pleasure and adventure. Your professional life can often consume far too much of your time and energy.
Lucky Numbers: 16, 17, 18, 29, 39, 46.
Virgo (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23)
Simply gather information and delay direct negotiations. Take some time before deciding on any clear-cut conclusions and think twice about signing any contracts.
Lucky Numbers: 21, 23, 28, 35, 39, 45.
Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
You can sound so pleasant and reasonable when you want to. Skip the sarcasm and use your positive energy to gain close friends and allies.
Lucky Numbers: 20, 23, 33, 34, 39, 45.
Sagittarius Nov. 23 - Dec. 21)
Recreational activities shared with loved ones can be a good stress-reliever. Try something different – you are apt to enjoy it.
Lucky Numbers: 4, 9, 15, 24, 30, 37.
Aquarius (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)
Spending more time with family and friends may appeal to you right now. You may be feeling more tolerant, forgiving, and generous than usual.
Lucky Numbers: 13, 17, 44, 45, 46, 49.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20)
Your artistic talent, combined with your perceptual and visual sense, is a gift. You can blend imaginative colours to produce amazing beauty.
Lucky Numbers: 1, 2, 20, 25, 30, 38.
Pisces (Feb. 20 - March 20)
Your nurturing side is often highlighted by how you enjoy helping others. Cooking and baking can make you feel good about yourself.
Lucky Numbers: 5, 18, 20, 21, 37, 41.
Did you Know?
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Small but successful: Liechtenstein is a small alpine country in Central Europe with a population of only 35,000. However, it boasts the highest gross domestic product per person, the lowest external debt, and the second lowest unemployment rate.
Painting style: Fauvism is an artistic movement that originated in the early twentieth century. Artists used bright, vivid colours in their work, along with bold brush strokes. Henri Matisse is one well-known artist involved in this movement.
Swimming feat: Swimming the English Channel is no easy task. The first woman to accomplish the swim (between Cape Gris-Nez in France to Kingsdown, Kent in England), was Gertrude Caroline Ederle in 1926. It took her 14 hours and 39 minutes.
Old theatre: Vaudeville acts traveled through North American towns and cities throughout the early part of the twentieth century. The acts ranged from acrobatic feats to singing troupes and comedy performances. Vaudeville died out with the advancement of moving picture shows (movies).
On the Lighter Side
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Teacher: “Jimmy, your composition on ‘My Dog,’ is exactly like your brother’s.”
Jimmy: “No, ma’am, it’s the same dog.”
Sign at the beach: Do Not Walk Past the End of the Pier.
Why did the turkey cross the road? It was the chicken’s day off.
Always remember that you’re unique, just like everyone else.
Why is a moon rock tastier than an earth rock? Because it’s a little meteor.
Sign in Bakery Shop Window: Cakes $6.66 Upside-down Cakes $9.99.
Jack: “My apartment is really tiny.”
Jill: “How tiny is it?”
Jack: “It’s so tiny there isn’t even room for improvement.”
What did Paul Revere say when he finished his famous ride? “Whoa!”
Trivia answers:
- August ham
- Feng shui
- Darth Vader
- Saffron
- Three feet
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