Living in Aurora

Wildlife Park In Aurora, Yes, Yes, We Must Have One

2012-02-05T20:48:00.001-05:00

I was behind with my newspaper reading this week. It was last night that I finally took the Thursday The Banner/The Era roll of papers from February 2nd and started to look through. Read More »

Children Versus Adult Library Card, The Difference, Oh I Guess I Am Reading Children’s Books

2012-02-03T21:54:00.001-05:00

We were out the Aurora library at the check-out. Matthew had his books and DVDs, and I had my nice selection too. I gave the librarian my library card and she scanned all the DVDs. Read More »

No Smoking Under The Hood Of The Library

2012-02-02T01:27:00.003-05:00

I man came out rushing from the Library. Not even outside the door he already had the cigarette lit. Is this allowed? Because he was leaving the non smoking area, is he allowed to smoke? Read More »

Coyotes Back In Aurora, February Start Of The Mating Season, Happy Valentines

2012-02-02T00:57:00.000-05:00

I have been deliberating - got no pictures of coyotes, have seen couple and no body is emphasizing that coyote mating season starts in February. Read More »

Magic On The Wall, More Of SOYRA Exhibition

2012-01-29T16:14:00.000-05:00

I took many many photographs of the art on the wall that is exhibited at the Aurora Cultural Centre. It is the SOYRA's 25th anniversary show and sale exhibit which started last week and I had this great opportunity to participate. Read More »

What’s With Bell, Someone Is Using My Internet and I Am Paying For It, That Is Called Stealing BTW

2012-01-28T00:39:00.003-05:00

Finally I have something for my Wacky Aurora Hub category to post - sorry no pictures this time. The Bell story is worth posting to make you aware what sometimes can happen with your Internet usage Read More »

If You Wait Long Enough It Will Come, The Snow, A Soothing Blanket Over The Aurora

2012-01-27T23:49:00.003-05:00

Reading, reading and reading. The concept of library was the best thing ever could happen to us - and we are lucky to have one of a good size here in Aurora. Read More »

SOYRA Successful 25th Anniversary Celebration, Celebration of Art, My Footage

2012-01-24T01:02:00.000-05:00

The Society of York Region Artists (SOYRA) on January 21st, 2012 held an opening reception for their 25th anniversary show and sale exhibition. I recommend that if you have a chance or you are in the area please do drop by. Read More »

Sunday Break, Aurora Cultural Centre Library Room, Deceiving Reflection

2012-01-22T00:01:00.000-05:00

Sunday photo showcase. All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Posted photos may not be necessary the most current one and as always it is all about Town of Aurora. Enjoy! Read More »

Somethings That Always Change In Our Library, The Photography Exhibit

2012-01-21T01:06:00.000-05:00

It was my third attempt this month to take photo of the photography exhibit at our library. First time Matthew needed more attention, second time I forgot my camera and third time there were too many people hovering around. Read More »

The Society of York Region Artists Is Celebrating 25th Anniversary, SOYRA Show

2012-01-17T00:02:00.002-05:00

No, not the rain? Its January, and it is raining now. Some snow still on the ground and just on the weekend it was -14C. It is kind of hard to wander in the cold around Aurora with my camera(s) and with 3.5 year old. Read More »

Sunday Break, York Region Transit & Viva Strike Continues

2012-01-15T00:00:00.000-05:00

Christmas Tree Collection, Oh What A Shame, Short Life Of The Christmas Tree

2012-01-13T21:45:00.002-05:00

Christmas tree collection notices are out in town. On the town's site the message is to remove all decorations, nails, tree stands and plastic tree bags. Read More »

Southlake Regional Hospital, On The Way Out, Emergency Room Observations, Part II

2012-01-11T01:59:00.002-05:00

The Broader Public Sector Accountability Act (BPSAA) amended the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) to increase transparency of the hospital system. Read More »

Sunday Break, Are You My Shadow? Aurora Skies

2012-01-08T01:03:00.000-05:00

Southlake Regional Hospital Visit, Emergency Room Observations, Part I

2012-01-07T01:57:00.001-05:00

Unfortunately, we have managed to visit the Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket. Matthew wasn't getting any better so we packed ourselves on Tuesday evening and headed to the Emergency room. Read More »

Sunday Break, Changing Seasons, Happy New Year 2012 Aurorans

2012-01-01T00:00:00.000-05:00

White Breasted Nuthatch, Found At The Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area

2011-12-31T10:21:00.003-05:00

I saw this tiny White Breasted Nuthatch [Sitta carolinensis] for the first time many years ago, probably 5 years ago at the Roger's Reservoir. The photo wasn't the best as I was shooting across the river, but it made my birding list. Read More »

Free Tim Hortons Holiday Skating At The Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, First Time On Ice

2011-12-30T20:11:00.001-05:00

We took an opportunity to enjoy the free holiday skating sponsored by Tim Hortons at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex today before lunch. Read More »

White Winter-y Town Of Aurora, The Beautiful Sheppard’s Bush Stills

2011-12-30T15:20:00.000-05:00

The snow arrived just in time for the 'after Christmas' holiday. We have been blessed with unusual warmer weather this season that was extended all the way to Christmas Day. Read More »

I Always Wanted To Be St. Nick, I Am Santa Mommy Now, Future In Jeopardy

2011-12-29T00:04:00.000-05:00

Remembering Christmas ... I always wanted to be St. Nick. When I was 12 years old I said what the heck, no body will know that I am a girl under the red suit. Read More »

Christmas, A Poem By Elizabeth Milner

2011-12-26T23:14:00.001-05:00

The real Christmas is over, but the holiday spirit remains. I have been in touch with Elizabeth Milner and she shared with me a very lovely Christmas poem she wrote this year. Read More »

Sunday Break, View From Top Of The World

2011-12-25T00:14:00.001-05:00

Christmas Always Unforgettable Memories, Our Town The Night Before Christmas Eve

2011-12-24T01:40:00.000-05:00

Christmas Eve next day and I have not had a single chance to get some night images showing beautiful Christmas light shows around the Aurora. Finally, after dinner Friday night I asked for a ride. Read More »

Aurora Strategic Plan, Focus On How, Less On What, Hint Do Heritage Retrofits

2011-12-22T01:20:00.000-05:00

Sometimes it is easier to start from scratch rather to continue with the existing system. In my mind I think we as the community really need to focus Read More »

Barefoot Running, Nordic Walking, Something I Never Tried

2011-12-21T00:45:00.002-05:00

Few months ago while walking on the Nokiidaa Trail Link boardwalk a barefoot runner ran by. That was kind of odd to see someone running barefoot. Not new to me. Read More »

Sunday Break, Beautiful View, The Larter Mural

2011-12-18T11:06:00.004-05:00

Black Widow Spider Found In A Bag Full Of Grapes, And Free To Good Home, Dahhh

2011-12-15T21:46:00.001-05:00

Few nights ago I was watching the CP24 news about the Black Widow spider that was found in a bag of grapes. This is not a first time I heard that. So they talked about this and that about the spider. Read More »

Ron Wallace Retired, May Be From The Auroran Only, Or Not

2011-12-15T00:47:00.000-05:00

I am not sure who retired first, Bonnie Tiffin from Oak Ridges or Ron Wallace? We all know who Ron Wallace is and those who read The Auroran definitely will know Bonnie Tiffin. Read More »

Sunday Break, That Was In April, Time Flies

2011-12-11T01:01:00.001-05:00

Sheppard House Green Face Lift, Home To Windfall Ecology Centre

2011-12-08T22:26:00.001-05:00

Back in mid October I took some pictures of the Sheppard House. When we got there a lot changed since our last visit. The house was surrounded by the scaffold, information signs placed around and some trees cut down. Read More »

Tree Mummies Found, Winter Ready Nokiidaa Trail Ready For Weather Moodswings

2011-12-08T20:56:00.001-05:00

I always thought that the evergreen trees were designed to withstand harsh winter weather. Yet here we are protecting trees by wrapping them with burlap type of material. Read More »

Stepped On The Bug And It Burst, Stomach Virus Is Going Around In Town

2011-12-07T00:49:00.001-05:00

Everyone is silent this year. No body reports on the outbreaks, but I think there are a couple of bugs that you need to watch out for. I have been hearing a lot about strep throat going around. Read More »

Santa Under the Stars Parade In Pictures, Back In Time, An Aurora Opinion

2011-11-27T01:11:00.001-05:00

'Those old papers really carry hours and hours of good reading when they have been dug out of somebody's cellar after about 50 years.' Read More »

Aurora Strategic Plan, Sustainable Communities, How? High Density Housing

2011-11-25T22:54:00.001-05:00

Building sustainable community in the Town of Aurora, a community that promotes sustainable living by reducing use of Earth's natural resources, is my next topic for the Aurora's 2031 Strategic Plan. Read More »

WONDER® Bread-y Power Of Public Opinion, Makeover

2011-11-21T21:12:00.001-05:00

Last night we were driving on Bayview Street in Aurora when a new radio commercial about the WONDER® bread makeover started to play. So, the WONDER® bread got complete makeover Read More »

Sunday Break, Fascinating Tree Trunk, Yes Here In Aurora

2011-11-20T01:09:00.001-05:00

Truck Load Of Books, Library Take Out Allowance And Self-Checkout

2011-11-19T00:50:00.000-05:00

We were standing in line at the library to checkout our pile of books and DVDs. I had only six books and three DVDs. I thought that I was taking little too many items and the librarian for sure may say something. Read More »

School Like Lofty Ideas, Wells Street School Future Transformation

2011-11-18T23:41:00.001-05:00

Partially we should be happy that the Wells Street Public School will not be demolished, but unfortunate that it is not going to be a school in the near future. Read More »

Empire State Building Tombstone In The Aurora Cemetery, John W. Bowser

2011-11-17T16:14:00.001-05:00

For the first fourteen years of my life I used to live in Europe in a small town, with population of three thousand people and with some an amazing historical background dated back to 14th century. Read More »

What Now? Tar Spots On Maple Trees, These Are Fun-guys Only

2011-11-15T16:04:00.001-05:00

I have seen those dark spots in the summer on the Red Maple, and they are nearly invisible on the dark leaves - only if you look closer. Read More »

Sunday Break, Overgrown Yet Beautiful

2011-11-13T22:37:00.001-05:00

2011-11-11 Remembrance Day Ceremony At The Cenopath, After

2011-11-11T23:21:00.001-05:00

We arrived late at the War Memorial, just fifteen minutes before twelve. The crowds were dispersing and the Yonge Street re-opened. The winds were not helping, it was really cold. Read More »

Chores at the Town Hall, Skylight Gallery On The List Always

2011-11-11T16:18:00.001-05:00

The unexpected comes and goes. I worry for days, then everything goes back to normal and I am greeted by a brand new day. Blogging is the last thing I want to think about when there are worries filling up my head. Read More »

Pileated Woodpecker, Wow Still Around

2011-11-08T23:13:00.001-05:00

It must have been five years since I saw the Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus) in the area where the bridge is connecting the Aurora Nokiidaa trail link with Newmarket. Read More »

Aurora Strategic Plan, Plant The Innovation Seed, Promote Business Growth

2011-11-04T23:59:00.000-04:00

Aurora Strategic Plan for 2031 is a very nice concept. I think it is really good to plan for the future or to have long term goals. However, I just hope that we do not go under the spell of writing this great list of things to do and never achieve them. Read More »

Reading, Talking And Driving, She Must Be BlackBerry CrackBerry

2011-11-01T22:30:00.001-04:00

I just wish I could do this - read messages, talk to the passenger and drive, all at the same time. I wish I could go trick-or-treat with my child and text at the same time, Read More »

Scary Scary Night, A Bit Of Ghost Today

2011-10-31T00:45:00.000-04:00

Halloween, and why not a bit of ghost story for you today. Trick or treat, scary houses, hunted forest and spirit walks - all here in our Aurora. So I thought I will join the wagon and tell my scary story. Read More »

Sunday Break, Case Wood Lot, Painted Yellow

2011-10-30T00:49:00.001-04:00

Sunday photo showcase. All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Posted photos may not be necessary the most current one and as always its all about Town of Aurora. Enjoy! Read More »

Aurora Pet Cemetery Happy Woodland, Just A Bit More And May Be Last

2011-10-29T23:50:00.000-04:00

I have gone that far and here I am giving up. For time being I have decided to physically stop searching for the Woodland (sometimes referred as Woodlawn) Pet cemetery in Aurora. Read More »

Confederation Park Notice For All Users, Bold And Cold

2011-10-26T22:53:00.001-04:00

During our visit to the Confederation Park last weekend behind the camel back climber equipment stood a new sign. It is not a warning sign or caution sign, just a notice sign. Read More »

Sunday Break, Been Everything, Aurora Cultural Centre

2011-10-23T23:31:00.001-04:00

Our Rear Ends Collided On The Parking Lot, Then What?

2011-10-21T23:56:00.001-04:00

She came charging from her car, as I briefly looked at my left side mirror. I came out, walked towards her and of course I started to appologize. She was shocked, shaken and angry. Read More »

Our Library Is Not Lending Library, Your Library Card Is Free

2011-10-20T17:31:00.001-04:00

It is not a first time I have been asked if the Aurora library card or membership is free. Since we got our new library cards for free back in August we are regularly taking books and DVDs out also for free. Read More »

Yellow Rumped Warbler, Dived For Shelter, Oops

2011-10-19T23:16:00.000-04:00

We were having our breakfast when a bird flew into my garden. I wanted to see what kind it was. It was a small bird, and definitely it was not a chickadee. I got up and started to move towards the patio door to investigate further, but then suddenly Read More »

A Spoon Appearing In Parks, Timbers Park, Then Sheppard’s Bush

2011-10-18T23:03:00.000-04:00

If I find another spoon in our town in the park I will declare that there is some kind of spoon trend evolving. Last month I found a spoon on the bench at the Timbers Park. Read More »

Rotary Park, Some New Improvements, Looking Great So Far

2011-10-18T00:03:00.001-04:00

Look out for the Rotary Park new look on the Gurnett Street. Back in May 2011 I took some pictures of the park, but I never got to take the side on the Gurnett Street. Read More »

Only The Unleashed Wildlife Allowed In Sheppard’s Bush, Unless Dogs Are

2011-10-17T11:06:00.001-04:00

I just wish that Town of Aurora posted fines on their signs throughout the town and enforced them for walking with unleashed dogs and for dogs pooping and owners not scooping after their dogs. Read More »

Sunday Break, A Bench, Trinity Anglican Church

2011-10-16T00:14:00.001-04:00

We all need a break, therefore instead of writing photo post on or for Sunday I will only showcase photo(s). All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Read More »

It’s Fire Prevention Week, Tim Horton Express Train A Must Ride

2011-10-15T17:36:00.000-04:00

Today was the last day of the 'It's Fire Prevention Week' - October 9-15, 2011. Central York Fire Services Annual Open House in Aurora was also held today on October 15, 2011. This year theme - Protect Your Family From Fire. Read More »

Will Curious George Ever Stop Smoking? Impacts & Ignorance

2011-10-14T21:52:00.006-04:00

I hate cigarette smoke, but the most I hate when others do not obey the rules. The reason for this post is my observation made on the weekend while shopping at the Upper Canada Mall in Newmarket. Read More »

Our Museum, It's Like You Know The UFO Sighting, But Check Out The Library

2011-10-13T16:51:00.001-04:00

Museum in our town is the ongoing issue. Meaning we really don't have one right now and trying to get it back from the Cultural Center on the Church Street. Read More »

Excellent Customer Service Does Not Go Unappreciated

2011-10-12T17:04:00.000-04:00

Last week I finally got my letter out to Mayor acknowledging Ivy (Accessibility Adviser then) for the excellent customer service regarding concern I had how the pedestrians, Read More »

Happy Thanksgiving, Blogging Slow September But Successful Harvest

2011-10-10T15:38:00.002-04:00

My September blogging was slow and I will tell you why. I have two valid excuses, my corporate taxes were due (I hate penalties) and I spent many days preserving vegetables. Read More »

Where Did All The Turtles Go? Autumn, Nature’s Accents & Abstract

2011-10-05T23:47:00.001-04:00

Last week I read a story about the 30 lb turtle that was saved in Aurora by the Hadley Grange residents and the police. I never thought that our pond would have something that big. Read More »

Skylight Gallery, Emerge Into Light, Definitely Captivating & Worth Discovering

2011-10-04T16:45:00.003-04:00

Mission accomplished. The long promised letter has been delivered to the Town Hall on Monday. We were going to just drop it off in the reception area on the first floor and then out. Read More »

Town Hall is Aurora’s Gallery, A Dramatic Skylight Gallery

2011-10-03T23:41:00.000-04:00

Kids - they love buttons, they love elevators. So here I am again after one hour walk in the Arboretum located close to the Town Hall, we ended up in the Aurora Town Hall. Read More »

Under Attack, Hack-ed, Spam-ed, Telephon-ed, Tired

2011-10-03T00:24:00.001-04:00

New technology has its pros and cons. I like the pros, but the cons have been lately giving me lots of headache. Read More »

Canine Leash-Free-Park, Found Parking On Industrial Parkway To Access The Arboretum

2011-10-02T23:18:00.000-04:00

I always walk to and enter the Arboretum from the Industrial Parkway and St. John's Sideroad intersection. It cannot be missed. It has wooden pergola on the East side of St. John's sideroad built by the Home Depot in Aurora. Read More »

Who Lives On My Street, A Town Official, A Girlfriend? Job Well Done

2011-09-24T23:49:00.000-04:00

Broken or damaged sidewalks make great art, but they also tell a story. One more week and September will be gone. Just few weeks ago there was a great deal of work done on the sidewalks just in time for back to school. Read More »

Victoria Hall, What Came First Mosley Or Victoria Street?

2011-09-24T17:02:00.000-04:00

After our visit to the library to return books and pick up some more we got sidetracked. We crossed a parking lot behind the library and somehow landed on Mosley Street. Read More »

Not Lost Credit Cards, But Forgotten Credit Cards, Wrist Strap Necessary

2011-09-12T23:15:00.002-04:00

Just before lunch we dropped by the Superstore in Aurora. We found the Superman costume for my boy, and two bottles of bubble soap. The bubble soap was on sale half price. I was waiting for the price drop and eventually it came. Read More »

Printed Phone Book Use, I Found One Use, A Relief

2011-09-12T16:43:00.000-04:00

If anyone is interested Michael (Michael's Blog) may still have the printed phone book for sale - Phone Book for Sale!. Back in January Michael wrote how useless are the printed phone books. Read More »

Oh Summer Is Almost Over, Fall Accents, Town’s Chaotic Communication

2011-09-10T01:08:00.000-04:00

Climatologist say that we are for a nice warm fall, and I am glad. I picked up some little accents of fall the other day walking Nokiidaa Trail boardwalk, and here they are. Chaotic communication - what is that? Read More »

Turkey Oak Furry Acorn, Learned Something New Today

2011-09-08T16:49:00.001-04:00

During our short trip to the Nokiidaa Trail Link today I spotted furry looking acorn, something I never seen before. At first I thought may be the oak tree was sick. Read More »

Autumn Imagination, Nature’s Abstract Art

2011-09-08T16:27:00.001-04:00

My favorite artist is nature. My favorite art is nature's abstract. In this time of the year, ending summer, you can find all kinds of moss, fungi and mushrooms growing on the tree trunks. Read More »

Time For A New Library, Or A Second New Library

2011-09-07T01:11:00.002-04:00

'Hi I am Matthew. I am three years old and I want library card please' - Matthew asked the library lady at the information desk. Read More »

Brave Runner On The Boardwalk, Do I See Naked?

2011-09-06T00:34:00.001-04:00

No he was not running naked, but definitely he had bare feet while running. Read More »

Where There Is Yonge Street, There Is Aurora

2011-08-31T23:26:00.001-04:00

Out of town for few hours. Planned family trip to the Center Island. Packed food and drinks, and there we were driving downtown. Sky scrapers everywhere and more sky scrapers will soon scrape the sky. Read More »

A Walk Downtown Aurora, Second Mural Discovered

2011-08-30T16:02:00.003-04:00

We discovered second mural that can be seen when travelling North on Yonge Street, West side. We spotted the artwork on our way to pick up a book at The Auroran office located in the old post office on Yonge Street. Read More »

PLEASE Do Not Feed This Duck, That Duck, Any Duck In The Pond

2011-08-26T01:57:00.000-04:00

I saw father feeding ducks yesterday in the pond with white bread. He was with a small girl and was letting her feed ducks too. Ducks loved it. Girl enjoyed it. Matthew was doing happy dance. I was about to say something, but I did not. Read More »

Wildlife Camouflaged, The Best Of First Observation Deck & Deceived

2011-08-25T23:52:00.000-04:00

'Fast, fast the flying Great Blue Heron! Over there, look over there!' - she directed me. 'Here do you see Green Heron? Come here. Can you see him?' - she pointed out. Read More »

Earthquake in Aurora, Ontario, No Not Again

2011-08-23T14:19:00.004-04:00

No not again. Just about 25 minutes (1:52 pm, Aug 23, 2011) ago I felt the earthquake under my feet. I had windows open so at first I did not register. But then the wind cannot possibly shake my heavy dining table and heavy crystal vase and the chandelier. Read More »

Pet Cemetery, Access Denied

2011-08-19T23:42:00.000-04:00

It isn't going to happen after seeing this sign. The Kennel Inn is now closed and there is absolutely no trespassing. I thought that Kennel Inn was always private property, but according to the sign it is now. Read More »

Pioneer Women At Aurora Farmers Market

2011-08-18T00:05:00.001-04:00

A senior lady came to the Pioneer booth and told Katherine Belrose - 'Oh, my mother used to have one of those'. She pointed out in the direction of the spinning wheel and a woman spinning the woolen yarn. Read More »

Senior’s Day In Pictures At Aurora Farmers Market

2011-08-16T01:29:00.002-04:00

A very eventful day at the Aurora Farmers Market on August 13th, 2011 it was. It was a Senior's Day. As you can see in pictures they enjoyed signing, listening, shopping, chatting, eating good food, and more ... Read More »

Smoking Needs Serious Whacking

2011-08-16T00:35:00.002-04:00

This is a photo proof for the comment Councillor Abel made that 'most people would not smoke around their children or their environment', in THE AURORAN, Week of August 2, 2011 Read More »

Aurora Farmers Market, In The Past It Was Old Post Office & General Store

2011-08-16T00:11:00.003-04:00

The Aurora Farmers Market is definitely not just a place to buy local but also it is a gathering place 'Your Meeting Place In Aurora'. Another place to buy, but there is more. A place where we meet others. A place where children have fun. A place where we escape. Read More »

Desperate Measures, Do We Really Need More Signs?

2011-08-12T12:49:00.002-04:00

This is absolutely a great idea, and I could not agree more. The article 'Councillor's Notice of Motion would create smoke-free areas near town's recreations facilities' published Read More »

Do We Have A Name? Nokiidaa Trail Link New Boardwalk

2011-08-10T19:57:00.002-04:00

Weather this past week was totally unpredictable. According to the forecast, today, tomorrow, rest of the week - no rain, just overcast. Yesterday was right on. Today, the weatherman did not get it right, and as of result we got soaked. Read More »

Petch House, It Was A Lifetime Opportunity

2011-08-10T00:40:00.002-04:00

Theoretically Petch House will never be the same. As of a last week August 4th, 2011 in the late afternoon, the house was totally taken apart and all logs and other parts of the house were moved to the storage on the local farm where it will be restored. Read More »

Humming Hummingbirds, None This Year

2011-08-09T16:13:00.001-04:00

I guess I wasn't the only one looking for them. Couple of weeks ago THE AURORAN, Week of July 26, 2011 published in the section Letters to the Editor, a letter from David Tomlinson 'Had hummingbirds drop in on you lately?'. Read More »

Aurora Library Visit, A Library Card & Introduction

2011-08-03T23:32:00.001-04:00

I made plans to visit the Aurora Public Library, and we did on Tuesday, day after the long weekend (Civic Holiday). Honestly, I was surprised how busy it was. Parents with children, teenagers, adults, and seniors were everywhere we turned. Read More »

Aurora High School Teachers Photo Journey

2011-08-03T01:12:00.001-04:00

A while ago, (June 2011) I have published post (Aurora, A History In Pictures Collectible Book Arrived With A Surprise, An Old Photo) about a photograph that arrived in the mail Read More »

Petch House, That Is Strange? Alive Again

2011-07-30T15:30:00.002-04:00

Three months elapsed since April 21st, 2011 - my first visit inside the Petch house. Destiny of the 160 year old log house was then unknown, but was promising. Read More »

By Law No Dumping Dump Ditty Dump Dump Dump

2011-07-26T17:25:00.001-04:00

Short and sweet. Why do people dump in front of the No Dumping sign? Read More »

A Sidewalk Will Be Installed In The Future, Safety Concern Almost Resolved

2011-07-26T12:58:00.001-04:00

The results are in for the requested sidewalk I blogged about before in the following published posts: A Practical Mother’s Day Gift To Come, Hopefully and National Access Awareness Week In Aurora, A Sidewalk. Read More »

Last Week The Hottest Days In Years, Noise Pollution

2011-07-25T16:43:00.001-04:00

It was hot - sizzling hot and humid. Last week, especially Thursday was the hottest day in years. Here in Aurora we were lucky as the skies were overcast most of the time during the peak hour, Read More »

Risks At Playgrounds, Monkey Bars?

2011-07-19T01:46:00.000-04:00

The 'Playground equipment sparks debate' an article published in The Banner on July 14, 2011 definitely sparked debate everywhere. Read More »

Merlin’s Hollow, The Best Of The Last Visit

2011-07-18T23:55:00.000-04:00

It was another great visit accompanied by great weather conditions, sadly it was last one for the season, to the Merlin's Hollow, an English garden created by the Tomlinson's here in Aurora. Read More »