Mirror Mirror Movie Review

When a mirror cracks, an interesting thing happens. The fragments, each slightly askew, reflect at different angles, distorting the image. This is an accurate analogy to describe Mirror Mirror, a new retelling of the story of Snow White. It holds together as entertaining, but tries to do too many things at once, detracting from the overall experience.

Though this story has been told on film many times, Walt Disney's 1937 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has so penetrated the collective conscious that any other version is inevitably compared to it. Mirror Mirror mixes most of the same elements up, giving its heroine more to do in the process. This is a very good thing - not to get down on poor Snow, but in most versions, she's a bit of a doormat.

Easter Dinner Wine Pairings

Easter is a holiday that (outside of spiritual belief) is filled with fresh ideas, new beginnings, and little smiles. Families gather for the first time since the winter break and once again, we prepare a meal of epic proportions – oh how I love the feast!

Hot-cross buns are traditional on Easter morning, but for obvious reasons I will avoid pairing wine with sticky-buns at 8am. Can I suggest a big glass of freshly squeezed OJ and a cup of piping hot coffee instead? My advice in this article is catered more to a point in the day when aromas of ham, turkey, or even lamb permeate through the household. Many families also enjoy beef or Asian cuisine over the holiday, and our focus today is how to pair the vast array of wine available at the LCBO with the varying flavour intensities of these entrées.

Tips to Reduce your Credit Card Debt

Thankfully there are options available you might not have considered. Many people think that because they are self employed, there is no way they would ever qualify for a loan or line of credit. With today’s credit cards charging rates in the 18-19.5% range, anyone with a balance of over $10,000 and not making minimum monthly payment on time will find themselves on that fast downhill spiral. One other concern is that late payments will eventually negatively impact your credit score. This is an important part as your “good” credit score plays the key role to getting you out of the situation.

The Hunger Games Movie Review

The timing may or may not be coincidental, but it's fitting that The Hunger Games arrives during an Olympic year. Suzanne Collins' novel portrays a similar high-profile sporting event full of tradition and pageantry, though with a lot more violence and higher stakes. And the film version nearly qualifies for a gold medal.

The future: civil war has transformed North America into the region of Panem, made up of the Capitol and outlying 12 Districts. As an annual punishment for their past uprising against the government, each district is forced to select one teenage boy and girl to compete in The Hunger Games, where the 24 "Tributes" must fight to the death until one remains. Naturally, the proceedings are broadcast for the whole world to watch.

Great Christmas Events this Weekend

The businesses of Streetsville invite you to join them on Friday, November 25th at the village main street square at 7 p.m. for the traditional lighting of their Christmas tree. Horse & wagon rides, hot chocolate, sweet treats, and of course Santa will be returning to visit us again. So don’t miss your opportunity to talk to the big man in the red suit yourself!

The City of Mississauga Remembers

The Canadian sacrifice has been huge. The veterans walk proud with a sad heart for the ones who didn’t return home. Canada is recognized around the world for the sacrifice our military has provided. In November it is important to pause and remember. To teach those who don’t remember, who aren’t old enough to comprehend, for those who don’t believe, it is for us to remember. On November 11th, 2011 remember the fallen, those who sacrificed their youth, the ones who left their families. Wear a red poppy.

Tips for a Scare-ific Halloween

Get out your witches hat, put on your fangs, decorate with spiders and cobwebs, and don’t forget to stock up on the treats! Here’s our Halloween guide on how to be prepared and have a spook-tacular and scare-ific time!

Hallowe’en Fun Fest this Weekend

Kids and Adults come dressed up to the Clarkson BIA (Business Improvement Association) annual Hallowe’en Fun Fest on Saturday October 29th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Come dressed as a Superhero, a Fairy, a Ghoul or a Princess, come dressed for the haunt. Many of the member businesses of the Clarkson BIA participate in this fun family event.

Identify Your Child’s Allergy Symptoms

Although the prevalence of food allergy and intolerance is increasing, so to is our knowledge involving the reasons behind why many of these reactions occur, how to avoid them, and how nutrition and supplement protocols can help with symptoms.