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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. 2 No. 01:13 January 13th, 2025
Everybody’s Talking
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Tiny art: A Mexican-born artist is starting to make quite an impression in the East End of London, England, although it is a small one. Pablo Delgado, who lives in London, creates tiny images and then pastes them onto walls. The images, which are only a few inches high, could be anything from a woman in a ship to a man with a giraffe or someone on a bike. He even creates pictures of doors to incite the imagination of people who may wonder where they lead. Some of the pieces have been stolen when people try to pry them off the walls, but Delgado does not mind when that happens as he considers his street art to be for the people.
Walking carefully: A study by SafeKids Worldwide shows that the mortality rate among older American teens – 1.11 deaths per 100,000 – is now double the rate of younger kids. Teens aged 14 to 19 made up half of all child pedestrian injuries. SafeKids president Kate Carr suggests that is because more teens are using cell phones and they tend to look down at their phones to text or tweet. They do this even when they are walking down a street and, therefore, are not watching where they’re going. Drivers who text as they drive are also putting themselves and others into a dangerous situation. Some high schools are now focusing on pedestrian safety for their students.
Pricey shoes: Marie Antoinette was married to Louis XVI and the couple lived an extravagant life until the French Revolution. That didn’t go so well for Marie; she was convicted of treason and guillotined in Paris, France in 1793. Now, a little over two centuries later, Marie Antoinette’s slippers have been sold at auction in Paris for 50,000 euros, or about $63,500 (US). Art expert Cyrille Boulay reports that it is rare to find objects that belonged to the queen, and her slippers and other personal items that were up for auction attracted intense interest. The buyer’s identity was not made public.
Xbox overload: Tyler Rigsby of Columbus, Ohio (US), learned a very hard lesson about the dangers of going four days straight playing a video game on his Xbox. The teenager was hospitalized for dehydration at the end of his marathon. His mother, Jessie, says Tyler collapsed three times when he emerged from his bedroom where he’d been glued to the game, only stopping for snacks and bathroom breaks. Emergency doctor Mike Patrick explains that dehydration leads to decreased blood pressure which can cause people to pass out or even die. Staying awake for long periods without rest is also dangerous. Not surprisingly, Tyler’s mom took away his Xbox.
Quotable Quotes
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“The quickest way to double your money is to fold it over and put it back in your pocket.”
— Will Rogers
“We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.”
— Walt Disney
Trivia
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- What is the largest type of piano called?
- Masala is an Indian spice blend, a Chilean wine, or an Italian antipasto?
- What is the term for a person who spends too much time at the computer?
- At the time of his death, singer Elvis Presley was 39, 42, or 45?
- Who was the most famous Brazilian soccer player in history?
▼ Trivia answers at the bottom of the page! ▼
What’s Happening
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January 2025
Red Deer
Malanka 2025 – Kvitka Red Deer
Date & Time: January 18, Doors at 5 p.m.
Location: Festival Hall, 4230-58 Street
Details: Celebrate Ukrainian culture with performances, a dinner buffet, live music, raffles, and more!
For More Information: Call 403-391-4258 or email [email protected]
Volunteer with Canadian Blood Services
Date & Time: Ongoing
Location: Red Deer Donor Centre
Details: Become a donor centre volunteer. Long-term commitment required.
For More Information: Apply online at blood.ca/volunteering or email [email protected].
Lacombe
Four Eyes Film Series – “Widow Clicquot” Screening
Date & Time: January 15, 7 p.m.
Location: Lacombe City Cinemas
Details: Watch Widow Clicquot as part of the Four Eyes Film Series showcasing independent and international films. Tickets: $9 in advance at Mary C. Moore Public Library or $10 at the door (cash only).
For More Information: Visit Mary C. Moore Public Library’s website.
NOWCO Studio Time
Date & Time: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Lacombe Performing Arts Centre, NOWCO Fireside Room
Details: Drop in and dedicate time to your creative projects. Bring your supplies and enjoy a collaborative studio environment.
For More Information: lacombeperformingartscentre.com
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
City of Lacombe – Facility Rental Assistance Grant
Details: Are you a community or volunteer organization, or a business with a limited budget? The City of Lacombe offers a Facility Rental Assistance Grant to help your group or business utilize City facilities.
For More Information: Call 403.782.1251 or visit www.lacombe.ca/grants.
Sylvan Lake
Polar Dip
Date & Time: January 18, 11:45 a.m.
Location: West of the Pier, Sylvan Lake
Details: Raise $100+ and plunge for a local charity. Safety briefing at 11 a.m.
For More Information: Visit the Town’s website.
Big Jig Fishing Derby
Date & Time: January 17-19
Location: Sylvan Lake
Details: Compete for over $6,600 in prizes in this catch-and-release tournament. Register via the Angler’s Atlas MyCatch App.
For More Information: License #627972
Town of Sylvan Lake Online Winter Community Guide
Date & Time: Ongoing
Location: Online
Details: Explore activities from indoor golf to indigenous plant walks. Registration open.
For More Information: Download at www.sylvanlake.ca/communityguide.
Sylvan Lake Municipal Library – Knit-Wits
Date & Time: Thursdays, 5:45 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Sylvan Lake Municipal Library
Details: Connect with others while working on new or existing projects! Open to knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, and embroidery. Supplies are available or bring your own. Donations of non-perishable food items for the Little Free Pantry are welcome.
For More Information: Contact Sylvan Lake Municipal Library
Your Weekly Horoscope
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Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Taurus winners with the luckiest number being 2.
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Aries (March 21 - April 20)
You might discover that your relationship with females to be very harmonious and positive. You may feel that you want to shower loved ones with affection and to be pampered and cared for, as well. Lucky Numbers: 11, 30, 37, 39, 42, 44.
Gemini (May 22 - June 21)
Your influence is sure to be noticed when you express your love to others through your thoughtful and caring ways. Feel really good about yourself and enjoy life around you. Lucky Numbers: 3, 4, 23, 24, 43, 44.
Taurus (April 21 - May 21)
Powerful people with powerful ideas may fascinate you. There could be a real attraction to those who are absolutely confident in themselves and the world around them. Lucky Numbers: 2, 6, 17, 22, 45, 49.
Cancer (June 22 - July 23)
Disputes can cause sorrow. Uncertainties could distract you from straightening out your personal issues. Ask direct questions and expect pertinent answers. Lucky Numbers: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.
Leo (July 23 - Aug. 23)
You may find that you are able to establish more effective alliances with people who can help your career prosper. Discover new ways for your personal ambitions to be completed successfully.
Lucky Numbers: 7, 8, 18, 34, 40, 43.
Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23)
Perhaps you should focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You may find that you need to concentrate on complex concepts that can be very demanding, both mentally and physically. Lucky Numbers: 2, 15, 19, 29, 35, 48.
Virgo (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23)
If you find it hard to deal with your workload, you may need to pay more attention to the smaller details. Inspiration can often be found when you take some time to relax and look at the problem at hand. Lucky Numbers: 10, 16, 20, 37, 40, 43.
Scorpio (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
If you are more willing to take risks and speculate, this may be a good time to discover ways to improve your career goals. Think big, because the basics of your life could shift at any time. Lucky Numbers: 4, 19, 22, 32, 38, 41.
Sagittarius Nov. 23 - Dec. 21)
You may be feeling that this is a good time for buying, selling, negotiating, and communications of all kinds. Your long, hard work should provide you with the perfect tools to find a happy medium. Lucky Numbers: 8, 9, 18, 19, 48, 49.
Aquarius (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19)
Pleasurable interactions with your romantic partner should really help to strengthen the bonds of your affection. The purchase of a small gift to show your appreciation is sure to be well received. Lucky Numbers: 1, 4, 11, 24, 31, 44.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20)
Your mind may tend to be focused on poetry, music, and art. You might need to speak up and clear the air of any grievances you’ve been holding onto for some time. Lucky Numbers: 3, 16, 22, 39, 41, 47.
Pisces (Feb. 20 - March 20)
Your interest in a new communications application may provide you with a perfect solution for an existing dilemma. Proper research should give you the answers you need. Lucky Numbers: 3, 5, 9, 19, 33, 39.
Did you Know?
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Songstress: Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of famous singer Elvis Presley, is a songwriter and musician in her own right. She has released three albums: “To Whom It May Concern” (2003), “Now What” (2005), and “Storm & Grace” (2012).
Little pony: The extinct dawn horse lived on Earth in the Eocene Epoch (55.8 to 33.9 million years ago). It was quite a small horse, standing only 60 centimetres (2 feet) high, but it had long hind legs and could run fast.
Sunny-side up: The sunflower got its name because the shape of its bloom resembles the sun. One flower can produce hundreds of seeds which are edible. Sunflowers usually grow to a height of 1.5 to 3.5 metres (5 to 12 feet).
Cookie crazy: The Oreo, that famous sandwich-style cookie, has been around for over 60 years. The largest markets for the cookie are the United States, China, Venezuela, and Canada, in that order.
Ocean view: Kenya is a country in East Africa that is bordered by several other African countries, as well as the Indian Ocean. With a population of over 41 million, its capital is Nairobi, and the official languages there are Swahili and English.
On the Lighter Side
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Sign at a skunk ranch: We Love This Stinking Business!
Why do grown-ups still put candles on their birthday cakes? They like to make light of their age.
Mother: “Jimmy, I thought I told you to share your toys with your sister.”
Jimmy: “I am sharing! She plays with the sled going up the hill, and I play with it going down.”
If you’ve been sacked from every job you ever had, at least no one can call you a quitter.
Caddy: “Sir, you’ve just aced the eighteenth hole.”
Golfer: “Wow! That’s great!”
Caddy: “Not really. We’re on the fourteenth hole.”
Trivia answers:
- Less than two inches
- No
- February 2
- Drugstore cowboy
- Football
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