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June 2015

Contents CONVERSATIONS 6 School’s out for Summer

Exploring St. Albert’s relationship with eens

CITY 10 TAKE IT OUTSIDE

Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park

16 MEET YOU THERE

Cranky’s Bike Shop Enjoying the ride

19 COMMUNITY CALENDAR LIVING 23 FOOD & GATHERINGS

A Lick & A Promise Chilling out just got tastier

May We Suggest…

Get Ready, Grilling & Able I’ll Drink to That Sangria Central

28 TRULY DEEPLY MADLY

ABOUT THE COVER Life is like riding a bicycle. In order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.

–Albert Einstein IMAGE BY BRENDA LAKEMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

ARTS & CULTURE 30 THEN & NOW

St. Albert Public Library Then & Now

32 THE 8S

Keepin’ It Fresh 8 herbs that make an impression

TRENDING 35 Back to the Ballot Box

St. Albert will vote for a new city councillor

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From the Editor SERIOUSLY? IT’S JUNE already? If, like us, you’re a

little panicky about how that happened, just look at the flipside: It’s June already! To make sure it’s one to remember, we’re dreaming up a summer wish list and taking it outside.

We have to admit, deciding on a Take-It-Outside theme wasn’t difficult. It’s hard not to love this time of year. The leaves have all burst, our shoulders are finally bare and our hopes for summer are everywhere. It’s that dreamy feeling that our June theme’s all about. Evening walks with best friends, gelato for CARMEN D. HRYNCHUK lunch, Saturdays at the park—that honeymoon stage of EDITOR-IN-CHIEF summer when life is all “Let’s sleep under the stars” and no “It’s your turn to mow the lawn.”

Perfect popsicle and gelato recipes? We’ve got them. Tips for grilling and chilling? You bet.

There’s even a plan for fighting ennui. So have a flip, and get inspired. It’s taken a long, long, very long time to get here.

Let’s make it a June to remember.

See you outside.

T8N MAGAZINE VOLUME 2 ISSUE 5 June 2015 PUBLISHER

Rob Lightfoot EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Carmen D. Hrynchuk ART DIRECTION

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Carol Dragich, Dragich Design Bruce Timothy Keith PHOTOGRAPHY

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JENNIFER LAVALLEE

Jennifer grew up in St. Albert and now lives in Morinville with her three kids, husband, and a wiener dog named Bruce. She runs her own business, Keys Communication, where freelance writing and communications is at the heart of operations. Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Alberta and loves to read, travel and spend time with family.

TRACEY L. ANDERSON

Tracey is a freelance writer from Edmonton who writes magazine articles, newspaper articles and poetry. When she’s not working with words as a writer or in her editing day job, she enjoys movies, fine dining and time with her husband and her dog. Tracey loves to travel the world in books and on airplanes.

DEBRA CLARK

Debra is a St. Albert-based freelance writer who believes in the power of words and that everyone has a meaningful story to tell. With formal education and extensive experience in media, communications and business, her desire to write inspiring, and thoughtprovoking copy has led to her work being published in a variety of local and regional magazines, newspapers and brochures.

SHAWNA DIRKSEN

Shawna is a freelance writer with a strong connection to St. Albert: she lived here for 8 years, and her first writing gig after earning her public relations diploma was with the Arden Theatre and International Children’s Festival. Now in Edmonton, Shawna keeps busy writing for local publications and businesses. When she isn’t hard at work, she enjoys reading, running, skiing, live music and theatre.

LUCY DRAPALA

Lucy has been a freelance writer for about 25 years and a St. Albert resident for over 10. She regularly writes news, general features, business, style, health and entertainment articles for magazines and newspapers in the region and is a steady contributor—reporter/ photographer for Metro News Edmonton.

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SCHOOL’S FOR OUT SUMMER Exploring the relationship between St. Albert teens and their community

BY JENNIFER LAVALLEE

AS THE SCHOOL year begins to wind

down, many students eagerly await that extraordinary time of year called summer vacation. Looking to take a break from homework, tests, teachers and waking up early, many teens hope to fill their precious vacation days with a robust summer bucket list. However, for many young people, how they spend their free time is often a double-edged sword—criticized by society for staying indoors glued to their screens, but also looked at with suspicion when out together gathering in public spaces. With summer around the corner and approximately 8,200 St. Albert tweens and teens looking for something to do, what expectations and stereotypes do they face in our community? As a young person, what is there to do in St. Albert?

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“BUT THERE’S NOTHING TO DO…” At one time or another, most parents have heard this. But hyperbole aside, is there any validity to that sentiment? Living in St. Albert, if you’re not involved in sports (or a similar organized activity) or don’t have the ability to drive yourself into Edmonton to access amenities there, it may start to feel like, yes, there’s nothing to do. This sentiment was echoed by a group of 25 St. Albert area teens who were interviewed for the purpose of this article.

Overwhelmingly, the teens interviewed expressed that there were not enough youth-friendly things to do in St. Albert, though about three-quarters of them did say they are involved in extra-curricular activities outside of school. The problem, they point out, is finding something that is actually fun or interesting to them versus something their parents want them to do. For other teens, logistics or expense is the reason they do not participate in organized activities. Whatever the reason, the common denominator seems to be this: many kids face a lot of unstructured free time in the summer. Add to the mix the reality that many parents and guardians work outside the home, and you have a group of teens with unsupervised free time on their hands. Danielle Hooper, a local mom of a 13-year-old, says, “It’s more of a concern for me as she gets older. It helps that she’s very open and has good friends. I wish we had a movie theatre though—that would be so handy to have one closer, rather than going into Edmonton every time. Plus, I’m not as comfortable leaving her there yet, only because it’s farther away if I need to get there quickly.”

LAYING OUT THE RULE BOOK It goes without saying that not all adults look at teenagers as potential troublemakers. But you have to admit that while browsing social media, overhearing conversations at the neighbourhood coffee shop or reading some editorial comments published in the local paper, it’s clear there are a lot of opinions out there about bylaws, teens and how the two should come together. As a result, many teens feel unfairly judged by adults, especially those they describe as “seniors” and by parents of young children. Says one local teen we spoke to, “Most of the people who are giving us a hard time grew up in the seventies,” he laughs. “It’s like, why? You were young once, too.”

For the record, in St. Albert there are no teen-specific bylaws that affect where a teenager or group of teenagers can hang out.

In this regard, the youth of the city follow the same rules as the adults. From time to time, a resident will bring forward the highly controversial idea of imposing a curfew bylaw for teens. St. Albert does not currently have a curfew, and according to St. Albert City Councillor Cathy Heron, this is not likely to happen any time soon. What the city does have, and is sometimes confused as a curfew, is a parks bylaw, which states that residents (regardless of age) cannot be in any parks or on the trail system between the hours of 11 pm and 5 am. However, if you are crossing the park late at night on your way home from work, for example, you’re okay to do so.

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ions. Loitering is covered under the Criminal Code of Canada where it’s described, in short, as causing a disturbance in a public place.

Corporal Laurel Kading, with St. Albert’s RCMP Community Policing Victim Services Unit (a unit that she describes as youth-focused) says that regardless of whether or not a person is actually causing a disturbance, if it’s called in, it is the police’s responsibility to respond.

That’s something teens sometimes get upset over, particularly if they feel they were not causing a problem in the first place. “I think for us,” says 18-year-old Erica Tosto, “a lot of older people just automatically assume we’re up to no good, and it’s not fair. Instead of calling the cops, why don’t you just approach us and have a conversation in a non-condescending way.”

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THE COMMUNITY In the summer of 2013, the St. Albert Youth Community Centre, located in Grandin Mall, closed down—the building was deteriorating, and the mall itself would eventually be demolished. A non-profit group ran the youth centre and decided it made the most sense to shut down operations. This was a decision the city got a lot of bad press over, with many people believing it was council who decided to pull the plug.

According to St. Albert City Councillor Cathy Heron, council wanted to act quickly to fill the void left after the youth centre closed down.

To council’s surprise, says Heron, what they discovered was that kids didn’t actually want a replacement drop-in centre. The youth they talked to expressed that what they actually wanted was a green space they could visit, where they could hang out with friends and not be judged by adults for being there. Heron describes council as being genuinely invested in creating a welcoming place for youth, which is why the city passed a Youth Strategic Plan in January 2015

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Of the teens that were interviewed, all of them said, at one point or another, they were, in their opinion, unfairly approached by an adult (including RCMP) and treated like a “troublemaker” when out in the public spaces around St. Albert. At the same time, however, about half of them also admitted that their parents would be upset with some of the things they had been up to when out with friends in the past. Corporal Kading explains that officers can use their discretion in circumstances like loitering and that it’s an “enforcement tool” used to weed out those who are actually causing trouble versus those who are just looking for something to do.

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and is currently developing an official youth policy. “Though [young people] are about 20 percent of our population right now, they are 100 percent of our future,” says Heron.

In their attempt to support St. Albert teens, council recently decided to add extra revenues to the budget that deals with youth programming. The city funds initiatives such as the popular youth group BAM (Building Assets and Memories) and a youth festival called Amplify, which saw its first event successfully realized in the fall of 2014, with over 400 people in attendance. Outlined in the Youth Strategic Plan are details regarding a future service hub (referred to as the Garden). The hub will be located in the core of the city for easy access and young people will be able to seek assistance on a multitude of issues ranging from mental illness supports and counselling on bullying to building life skills, such as how to create a resume or file a tax return. The plan identifies a major goal of the Garden as providing an opportunity for youth to get the help they need before challenges become crisis situations. Though not a replacement for the old Youth Community Centre, the city feels that the Garden will fill a void left since its closure.

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OH, THOSE SUMMER DAYS As June comes to a close, young people are no doubt looking forward to what the next two months will hold for them. Though it’s unreasonable to expect a teen, or anyone, to schedule activities 24/7, putting some forethought into summer plans that are interesting and meaningful can relieve boredom and help ensure that positive experiences are available on those long summer days.

The following are some local opportunities available to teens: Volunteering—There are many volunteer opportunities within St. Albert. For example, Servus Credit Union Place has a Leaders In Training Program and an Awesome Aquatics Program, both of which can lead to employment opportunities down the road.

CIVIC, an established non-profit group in St. Albert, is another great resource that will link teens to volunteer opportunities that speak to youth-specific interests. The group’s Director of Volunteer Centre Services, Pat Phelan, says St. Albert teens are “an impressive bunch of kids. Many don’t even see their volunteering as just that, volunteering, but as something fun that they want to do.” CIVIC lists popular volunteer opportunities such as

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Employment—St. Albert Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lynda Moffat says the Chamber is committed to supporting the young people of St. Albert. Many chamber members are youth-friendly employers who love working with the city’s hardworking teens. Some are even award winning, such as the owners of the McDonalds restaurants in St. Albert, who recently won the Alberta Chamber of Commerce’s 2015 Employer of Youth Award of Distinction.

BAM—Ben Huising, the program coordinator for BAM, a city-run, youth-leading-youth initiative, describes the group as a safe space for youth to connect to the community, other youth and themselves. BAM does not have a set location; however, they usually meet at Servus Credit Union Place (visit the bamforyouth.ca for more information). The group focuses on a variety of youth-related topics and also prioritizes having fun (for example, they are behind the annual Slippin’ on 7 event where Seven Hills is covered with two giant slip-and-slides). “We’ve established a spot where [teens] get to provide for them-

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And with 80 to 100 teens ranging in age from 15 to 18 participating on a regular basis, Huising believes the program is invaluable for the community. Recently BAM expanded to include kids from the junior-high crowd with events being facilitated by high-school students. They meet every week, but there’s no major commitment required and youth are encouraged to come and go as they like.

Special Interest Classes—There are a wide variety of special-interest classes available for youth, and although some have registration fees, many are free. For an online resource to research available classes, visit the stalbertfurthered.com website. Also available during the summer is free membership to students at St. Albert’s Goodlife Fitness (contact Goodlife Fitness for more information).

Servus Credit Union Place—A very popular hangout for teens, Servus offers a variety of activities for the cost of a daily drop-in fee.

However, teens are also encouraged to come to Servus for a safe place to hang out with their friends, chat and enjoy the free Wi-Fi— there is no cost required to enjoy Servus’ social spaces. “We treat our teens, adults

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the many amenities that are available to them. Feser believes some don’t even know that the outside spaces are open for all to use. For example, (unless it’s already been booked) fields and courts are available for any residents to use on a first-come, firstserved basis, including the firepit areas in Lions Park. Two amenities in particular Feser says she wishes people would use more is the track-and-field area by Richard Fowler School and the beach-volleyball courts by the Woodlands Water Play Park.

St. Albert currently has 55 playgrounds, 38 sports fields, 34 ball diamonds, 24 outside rinks, 22 tennis courts and 18 off-leash areas.

Unless otherwise booked, all amenities are available for any resident to use on a first-come, first-served basis.

and kids all the same here,” says Tara Feser, St. Albert’s recreational coordinator. When asked about teens who frequent the popular spot, Feser says with a chuckle, “We definitely do not see any more issues with teens than with adults at Servus. In fact, if there is an instance of someone making trouble, there are about the same number of adults causing an issue as there are teens!”

Enjoy the Community—St. Albert is an inclusive community, and everyone is entitled to frequent its public spaces. This is the message delivered by the St. Albert Rec. Department. However, they do admit they wished more teens felt comfortable accessing

Not to be left out, of course, is St. Albert’s popular skate park. In fact, the city will likely be expanding on its popularity by planning to introduce a portable skate park as early as next summer. This way, kids who live across town will also be able to easily enjoy access to the activity. In 2014, the city hired an attendant to be present at the park during peak hours, a move that has been very positive. The attendant, a teen skateboarder himself, is there mentoring other youth, showing off tricks and monitoring the area for safety purposes. He will be returning as an attendant again this year, starting in May. With all these options waiting, let the countdown to summer begin. t8n

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Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENDA LAKEMAN

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HEN YOUR BACKYARD is 1800 hectares of trails, wetlands and

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When you visit the interpretive site, be sure to bring your binoculars and walking shoes. There are more than 350 metres of boardwalk to explore and a viewing platform with a bird’s-eye view.

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gratitude. To stand on the shore at sunset is a reminder of that. And it’s with that feeling that conservation begins. It may seem like a small thing, but feeling that you’re part of something bigger—something you want to experience again and share with others—is an important part of the conservation equation. In recognizing the hard work of others, you not only help bring change, you help sustain it. To discover more ways to make a difference, visit AlbertaParks.ca or www.ducks.org. t8n

“If we hope to preserve our way of life, the first thing we must do is rediscover our respect for the land, the water and the entire natural world. And if we do manage to regain that respect, then we must make sure that human beings never lose it again.”

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Cranky’s Bike Shop

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OHN F. KENNEDY once said,

“Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of riding a bike.”

It’s a modest sentiment but one that resonates with bike enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. That passion is something A ndrew and A ngela Phelps of Cranky’s Bike Shop know a thing or two about.

“For a lot of people it goes back to being a kid and a bike is your first real feeling of freedom,” says Phelps. “That feeling, I think, gets people hooked.” And he should know. The 42-year-old St. Albert native has been reading biking magazines for as long as he can remember and bike racing since he was a

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OWNED BY: Andrew & Angela Phelps LOCATION: 24 Perron Street, St. Albert THEIR SPECIALTY: A full-service shop offering

THEIR MISSION: To help people get the most out of their cycling experience

INTERESTING FACTS: Cranky’s is an authorized Giant, Electra, Trek and Salsa bicycle dealer, making them unique in St. Albert

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In 1998 Phelps earned his bicycle mechanics certification from Oregon’s United Bicycle Institute and, shortly thereafter, started Cranky’s Bike Repair out of his garage. “We [Angela and I] started assembling bikes for Canadian Tire stores, which got our foot in the door with some suppliers. We grew that business and got to the point where we were ready to do our own thing—I’ve always wanted to have my own shop, so it just seemed like the next step,” Phelps explains.

Shifting gears and undergoing expansions in 2008 and 2013, Cranky’s made room for a larger service department, as well as added clothing and accessory sections. “We try to have a little bit of something for everyone.

We want to outfit the entire family, regardless of what style of riding they [family members] are into,” Phelps says.

For those who feel hopelessly lost when it comes to cycling lingo, where all things bike-related are “whatchamacallits” or “thingamabobs,” Cranky’s provides expert guidance. “We really aim to focus on creating a low-pressure atmosphere where the emphasis is on giving customers as much information as possible so they can get the most out of their bike and riding experience,” Phelps explains. “There’s a lot of tech with the bikes, so providing an atmosphere that is friendly ultimately makes it easier for people to get into the sport.”

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teenager. In 2001, Phelps and his wife Angela turned his lifelong dream into a reality when they opened Cranky’s Bike Shop. Today it is triple its original size and a cornerstone of downtown St. Albert. But that’s not quite where their story begins.

DID YOU KNOW? Cycling is just for the spring and summer months, right? Think again.

Fatbikes, or bikes with oversized tires, are designed specifically for riding on unstable terrain, such as snow. Bike trainers also make it possible to train indoors during the cold winter months.

Whether sponsoring various events around St. Albert or organizing one of Cranky’s Road Club rides, community involvement is a top priority for Phelps. “We do things like our free bike parking at the farmers’ market throughout the summer, as well as the big Canada Day event downtown. The whole idea is to encourage people to ride their bikes in the city instead of driving,” he says. “For community cycling-related events like the St. Albert Kids of Steel Triathlon, for example, we provide bike checks and bike servicing—I find the more we do for the community, the more that brings back to us as well.”

Passing on his expertise and love of the sport, Phelps’ daughters, Emma (20 years old) and Abbey (18 years old), also help out at the store. And that’s no surprise. “What we do is fun! It’s just cool to be around people who are excited to get into the sport…to be part of the community you grew up in and to be able to give back is really rewarding.” With an attitude like that, you can’t help but enjoy the ride. t8n T8N June 2015 17

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Things to do, watch, hear and see this June.

EXHIBIT

Francophones in Alberta: Courage and Determination This bilingual exhibition, which tells the story of the French in Alberta, is based on the Francophone Archives Project, a collective venture between the Provincial Archives of Alberta and the Francophone Secretariat of Alberta. The Musée Héritage Museum will include artifacts from its own collection to reflect the Francophone history of the St. Albert area, highlighting objects from local families to help illustrate the greater experience of Francophone immigrants across the province.

CONCERT

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Annual Spring Concert

Paul Kane Cheerleading Camp

Support the St. Albert Community Band as it hosts its annual spring concert at the Arden Theatre. Tickets are available from band members or from the Arden Theatre box office. Free tickets go to any junior-high or senior-high music program student accompanied by a parent or band teacher.

The Paul Kane Cheer Team is hosting a cheerleading camp for future PK cheerleaders. All athletes in grades 9 through 11 are invited! Athletes will practice basic stunting, learn a choreographed dance, perfect their gymnastics skills and practice a few football cheers.

Featuring: The St. Albert Community Band &

Dates: June 1, 3 & 5 (3:30 to 5:30 pm)

Saint City Big Band Date: June 3 Location: Arden Theatre, 5 St. Anne Street For more info: visit www.sacb.ca

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Location: Musée Héritage Museum, St. Albert

St. Albert Pride

Place, 5 St. Anne Street For more info: phone 780-459-1528 or visit

St. Albert’s first ever Pride Event will take place on Saturday, June 20th from 3 to 5 pm in Loin’s Park. Join in for a family friendly BBQ, and show your support for our LGBTQ community.

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Inspired Cooking St. Albert’s new 12 Acres

is pioneering a new form of the local food movement and the farm-to-table concept. Embracing a homestead revival with a modern touch, this restaurant is using new techniques to bring farm-fresh food to you. The focus is on using quality, local ingredients from the farm and food made from scratch by the talented team of cooks in the kitchen.

The name 12 Acres is literally a reference to the land being used to grow, raise and harvest the food served at the restaurant. In a few words, this restaurant is aspiring to be sustainable and to create a perfect balance between farm production and restaurant consumption. The goal is to provide a complete dining indulgence—from pasture to plate—where the customer is offered the freshest and highest quality food available.

The cooks at 12 Acres are learning to reconnect with the food they handle on a daily basis. All of the

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staff at the restaurant have the opportunity to go out into the pasture and get hands-on experience with the practices on the farm, including gardening and working with the animals. This develops a new level of respect for where our food comes from and allows for new-found creativity with the menu. Controlling what the animals are fed, and how the vegetables are grown allows this restaurant to stand behind the quality and integrity of the product being served.

Choosing meats and vegetables from the farm is about more than eliminating antibiotics and pesticides from our meals; it is about going back to our roots and experiencing foods the way they were meant to be enjoyed. You can taste the difference between a naturally ripened tomato and one picked too early and ripened along its route to the supermarket shelves.

Eggs from pasture-raised chickens have a noticeable richness and complexity of flavour compared to eggs from conventionally raised chickens. With homegrown food, 12 Acres restaurant is rediscovering the true art of food.

Rediscovering the true art of food

People behind the Plates The exquisite food at 12 Acres restaurant can be described as fresh and comforting. The people behind the plates are passionate about getting back to basics and producing approachable cuisine with modern flare. This restaurant was founded by a partnership created between the farmers who have a passion for raising the animals right and the restaurateurs who appreciate where their food is coming from and use the whole animal respectfully.

Restaurateurs, Nathan and Courtney Henry, have a long-standing passion for the industry. The concept behind 12 Acres reflects the responsibility they feel to make meaningful changes to the practices of a restaurant. Head Chef Nathan Henry brings roughly 20 years of experience to the kitchen that includes studying at Dubrulle Culinary School in Vancouver and working as a cook at Western Canada’s only 5-diamond restaurant. Most recently, he was the executive chef for the local restaurant chain Famoso while it grew from one store and expanded across Canada. With 12 Acres, Chef Nathan is rediscovering a new and exciting passion for the restaurant industry.This passion transcends through the staff who work at 12 Acres restaurant, and the Henrys are eager to share this passion with you.

having a profound affect on our health. They began the quest for finding good quality food that was affordable for their growing family. After realizing that finding humanely raised food, free of growth hormones and antibiotics is challenging and often unaffordable, Brian and Jennifer dared to dream, and simply decided to grow the food themselves.

They traded their city life for the farm.

Both families are making lifestyle choices with the future of their children in mind. This is not just a business venture; it’s an investment into better lives for their families, and yours, for years to come.

12 Acres is more than serving food, this restaurant is in touch with a simpler way of life, providing a friendly and vibrant atmosphere. Bring your appetite and enjoy.

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12 Acres is pioneering a new way to order food as well. Each guest is given an iPad to explore all that the kitchen and bar have to offer at their fingertips. Servers will have the ability to send your order directly to the kitchen without ever leaving your side. As inspiration strikes, they have the ability to keep up with changing produce with just a click of a button.

This ever- changing menu offers you something new to discover each time you visit.

The other half of the partnership is 12 Acres Farm, operated by Brian and Jennifer Mendieta. The Mendietas left the rush of city life in pursuit of healthier country living only one year ago. Brian was diagnosed with cancer, and after doing some research, he and his wife found that the food industry is

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CERTAIN THINGS JUST taste better in the

sunshine. Near the top of that list are ice cream and popsicles. Besides being simple to make, the flavour combinations are endless. We made some with yogourt, others with pureed fruit and, of course, a few with tequila. And our gelato recipes? Out of this world!

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Dragon Fruit Honeydew Pops These are worth making for the colour alone.

The recipe also doubles as a base for margaritas.

1/4 cup very hot water 1/4 cup white sugar 1 dragon fruit, scooped out and puréed 1 cup honeydew juice 2 limes, juiced 3 tbsp tequila or gin (optional)

Combine the hot water and sugar in a pitcher, and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add the lime juice, and set aside.

To make honeydew juice, purée 3 cups of honeydew in a food processor, and strain it through a sieve. Add the juice and tequila to the pitcher, and stir. Pour into popsicle moulds, insert sticks and freeze until solid.

Coconut Lime-Berry Pops

Banana Split Pops

If you can imagine breakfast as a popsicle, this is it. A great treat morning, noon or night.

If you love banana cream pudding, give these a try. The base is simple to make, and the finished pop is adorable. Cue the oohs and aahs.

2 cups frozen mixed berries, thawed and pureed in a food processor The juice of 1 lime 2 to 3 tbsp white sugar 1 1/2 cups coconut-flavoured Greek yogourt

In medium bowl, combine the pureed berries with the lime juice and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Pour alternating layers of yogourt and berries into your popsicle moulds, creating 4 or 5 layers. With a wooden skewer, swirl the layers together in an up-and-down motion. Insert the popsicle sticks, and freeze until solid.

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135g pkg. instant banana-cream pudding 2 cups chocolate chips 1 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp cream 1 bowl of colourful sprinkles (for dipping) 1 can whipped cream Maraschino cherries

Cook the instant pudding according to the package directions. Pour the cooked pudding into your popsicle moulds, and insert the sticks. Freeze until solid.

In the microwave, melt the chocolate chips with the butter and cream in a tall glass. When the chocolate is smooth and glossy, unmould the frozen pops and, one at a time, dip them halfway into the melted chocolate. Hold the pops upright, allowing the chocolate to drip down their sides, and then roll the tips in sprinkles. Pipe each with a swirl of whipped cream, and top with a cherry.

Raspberry Mango Gelato This recipe will accommodate just about any fruit combination. Just keep it to the sour side to offset the overall sweetness.

2 cups raspberries 1 mango, peeled, pitted and cubed The zest of 1 lemon 2 cups cream 300g can of sweetened condensed milk

Purée the raspberries and mango in a food processor, stir in the lemon zest and set aside.

Add the cream and sweetened condensed milk to a large mixing bowl, and whip with an electric mixer until soft peaks form (don’t overbeat). Fold in the fruit purée, and pour into a freezer-safe dish. Cover with plastic wrap, and freeze until solid (about 6 hours).

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Tequila Watermelon Popsicles Okay, it’s entirely possible that we ate all of these on our photo shoot. Considering there where only two of us… you get the idea.

1/4 cup very hot water 1/4 cup white sugar 1 cup watermelon juice 1 lime, zested and juiced 3 tbsp tequila (or gin)

Combine the hot water and sugar in a pitcher, and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add the zest and lime juice, and set aside.

To make watermelon juice, purée 3 or 4 cups of watermelon in a food processor, and strain it through a sieve. Add the juice and tequila to the pitcher, and stir. Pour into popsicle moulds, insert sticks and freeze until solid.

Pink Grapefruit & Rosemary Popsicles Oh yeah, these are good. Bright, refreshing and just elegant enough to call dessert.

Give them a try.

1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice 5 tbsp white sugar 1/4 cup water 2 tsp chopped rosemary

Pour the grapefruit juice into a pitcher, and set aside. In small pot, combine the sugar, water and rosemary, and while stirring, bring it to a boil over medium heat. Let boil for 30 seconds, and then remove the pot from the heat and let the syrup cool for 30 minutes. When cooled, strain the syrup into the pitcher of grapefruit juice, and stir.

Pour into popsicle moulds, insert sticks and freeze until solid.

Pinot Noir Blackberry Pops Simple, delicious and customizable. The hardest decision is how many to eat.

4 cups blackberries, puréed in a food processor 5 tbsp white sugar 5 oz Pinot Noir

In medium bowl combine the puréed berries with the sugar and Pinot Noir. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Taste the mixture, and add more sugar or Pinot Noir if desired. Pour into moulds, add sticks and freeze until solid.

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Chocolate Gelato Creamy, chocolatey and did we mention creamy? Two cups of it! This one’s definitely an indulgence but so worth it.

2 cups cream 300g can of sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp vanilla extract 3 tbsp cocoa powder 6 Baci chocolates (optional)

Add the cream, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla to a large mixing bowl, and whip with an electric mixer until soft peaks form (don’t overbeat). Add the cocoa powder, and whip it in. If desired, fold in some chopped Baci chocolates.

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season. And what better way to break in the BBQ than with a few new tricks. Unexpected ones! Grilled lemons, romaine, figs, fennel and carrots. Besides making spectacular side dishes, they’re all equally delicious as leftovers—if you’re lucky enough to have any. Happy grilling.

Lemons—Grilling lemons helps release their juices and brings out their sweetness.

Squeeze them over grilled salmon, chicken and calamari, or use the juice in any vinaigrette. To grill, simply cut the lemons in half, brush them with grapeseed oil and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Next, place them cut-side down on the grill until slightly charred and softened (5 to 10 minutes).

Hearts of Romaine—Grilled lettuce may seem like an odd concept, but try it once, and you’ll be a believer. Split the hearts of romaine in half lengthwise, brush with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper and grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until slightly charred. Serve them whole with a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of grilled lemon and a grating of Parmesan, or chop them up and toss them with your favourite Caesar salad dressing. Add grilled steak or chicken for an unforgettable salad.

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Carrots—Grilling carrots brings out their sweetness and adds a depth of flavour that not even a roasted carrot has. Grill them whole over medium-high heat for 25 minutes (rotating every 5), or cut them diagonally into medallions, and thread them onto wooden skewers that have been soaked in water. When they are almost cooked, brush them with a salty and sweet soy glaze: equal parts honey and soy sauce with grated ginger and garlic to taste. Delicious.

Fennel—Grilled fennel is working its way onto menus everywhere. But don’t wait to go out to enjoy them. Grilling them at home couldn’t be easier. Simply slice off the ferns, cut the fennel in half lengthwise, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper and slow grill them over medium-high heat

until they’re tender and golden brown (about 12 minutes per side). For a quick dressing, drizzle the tops with a little balsamic vinegar and a sprinkling of salt, or dress them with a squeeze of grilled lemon and a grating of parmesan. Add the leftovers to pasta salad.

Figs—If you’re looking for a recipe to impress, grilled figs are a game changer.

There’s only one secret to preparing them, and that’s a super hot grill. Too low a temp and they will stick. Simply cut them in half, brush them with grapeseed oil and grill them cut-side down for just over 1 minute. For a fabulous warm salad, toss the figs in a bowl with some feta, arugula and a handful of chopped pistachios. Drizzle with a honeybalsamic vinaigrette. Unforgettable.

I’ll Drink to That

Sangria Central

SANGRIA IS PRETTY great any way

you pour it, but making it with a wine you’d drink on its own can make all the difference. Best of all, choosing a great bottle doesn’t have to mean spending a lot of money. All our picks were well under $20 per bottle.

Reds—For a great red wine sangria, look no further than Spain. Choose bottles from regions like Rioja and for grape varieties such as Garnacha and Tempranillo. Both showcase rich fruit flavours and good acidity, perfect for classic sangria. Just be sure that your Tempranillo has the word “Crianza” or “Joven” on the label to avoid those with heavily oaked flavour. A California Zinfandel will also make a great sangria.

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Try: El Nino de Campillo, Rioja (Spain), Borsao Tres Picos, Garnacha (Spain) Whites—When picking whites for sangria, the only rules are to stay away from oaked varieties and to favour dry, crisp ones instead.

The addition of peaches, oranges, lemons and limes will bring out those similar notes in the wine. Safe bets are Pinot Grigio (peach notes), Albarino (lemon, lime and orange) or a dry Riesling.

Try: Poco & Lola Albarino (Spain), Pinot Grigio (Italy) Rosés—In general, rosés offer great value for little money. The only trick is choosing one that’s dry with bright acidity rather than one that’s overly sweet. That’s as easy as reading the label. Just about any fruit will complement rosé sangria, but raspberries, pears and strawberries are particularly delicious.

Try: Charles and Charles Rose 2013 (USA), Crois de Susana Rose of Malbec 2012 (Argnetina), Bodegas Muga Rioja Rosado (Spain) t8n

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Then & Now

ST. ALBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY

THEN & NOW ST. ALBERT PUBLIC Library (SAPL)

and at area gatherings. Susie transported the books in wooden apple boxes with rope handles; every three months she exchanged them for a new set.

is an essential part of our city not only for its books but also for the community feeling it offers residents. The library has been in St. Albert Place since 1983—but that’s only the most recent home for this treasured service organization. As you are about to discover, the story of our library has many great chapters. Here’s a look at a few of them.

1940s

1930s The institution that eventually became St. Albert Public Library began in the 1930s as a travelling library.

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Molly Laderoute became the first librarian, and each WI member donated a book or magazine to support the collection.

1980s & 90s

In 1950, the library—run by dedicated volunteer librarians—found a long-term home in the basement of the St. Albert Community Hall. By then, it had around 100 subscribers and 1000 books. Throughout the decade, new books were added to the collection, some by donation from devoted local residents.

Archival Photo Credit: St. Albert Public Library

St. Albert Public Library has had many temporary locations (in a butcher shop, in a shoemaker’s shop and above Imperial Lumber) and has had major renovations (1999 and 2006). One thing that’s never changed is the spirit of sharing that started it all.

In Canada’s Centennial Year, 1967, the library finally got its own building at Glenview Crescent. Susie Atkinson, then 81, proudly attended the opening ceremony.

1950s

To share her love of reading with others, Susie borrowed all types of books from the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Extension and lent them out to people from her home

THE MORE THINGS CHANGE

In 1946, a group of local women formed the Women’s Institute (WI). They soon began discussions—started by none other than Susie Atkinson—about a permanent library. The Farm Produce Office on Perron Street was its first location.

In 1948, the library established its first board, and a gift of books from the Lady Tweedsmuir Fund in Ottawa enabled the library to loan books to children at local schools.

Mrs. E.A. (Susie) Atkinson, one of the library’s first champions, was originally from Lacombe until she married local farmer Ted Atkinson. She believed people could learn almost anything from books.

1960s & 70s In 1961, under the Provincial Libraries Act, the town council formally established St. Albert Public Library, which took a prominent place in the new Town Hall.

Throughout the 1970s, SAPL continued to flourish as a community resource.

Big changes began in the 1980s. Pamela Forsyth became director and helped shape the physical space and the vision of the institution.

On December 3, 1983, SAPL made its debut in its current home in St. Albert Place.

By 1987, it was Alberta’s first Dynix-automated library. The reference library got CD-ROM computers, and online catalogues and bar codes replaced card catalogues and date stamps.

In the 1990s, the audiovisual collections changed formats, the Internet arrived as a user resource and the library website came online.

2000s Change continued into the new millennium. As customers’ needs changed, the library installed Wi-Fi, and staff offered basic computer classes in a new computer training room. The renewals and holds processes and many of the collections also moved online.

To manage increasing circulation, the library installed an automated check-in and sorting machine, which meant staff had to radio tag the entire collection.

2014 STATS Nearly 100 people visited every hour.

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Over 27,000 new items were added to the collection.

Staff answered more than 50,000 reference questions.

Over 1 million items were borrowed.

NOW The library isn’t about a physical place; it’s about a sense of place.

People, about 300,000 visitors annually, connect in the shared space.

Customers can find over 188,000 items in the print and digital collections and can participate in over 1000 programs offered by the library’s helpful team. Families can enjoy book programs such as preschool storytime and book clubs. Keen learners can participate in technology and lifestyle classes. Everyone can ask a librarian for assistance and get questions answered.

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KEEPIN’ IT

FRESH 8 Herbs that make an impression

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them at the farmers’ market, herbs are your ticket to big flavour. To help you navigate the pickings, we’re profiling some favourites of our own.

From classic pairings to total game changers, these eight herbs are sure to lead you down the garden path.

1. SAGE Classic uses: Add sage to pastry dough, bread stuffing or to the cavity of a roast chicken before it goes in the oven. It’s also a favourite for brown butter tossed over pumpkin ravioli.

Game changer: Honey infused with sage. Add a sprig of sage to the bottom of a mason jar, and fill with honey. Cover, and let infuse for 5 days.

Quick tip: Add sage to flower arrangements for instant texture and irresistible scent.

2. ROSEMARY Classic uses: Rosemary and lemon zest are classic additions to buttermilk scones. Add chopped sprigs to long-simmering tomato sauces, roasted potatoes and any marinade for pork.

Game changer: Rosemary-lemon salt on french-fries. Simply bruise some lemon zest and finely chopped rosemary in a bowl with some sea salt. Sprinkle over hot fries.

Quick tip: Add a sprig to a cup of steeping tea. Remove the sprig before drinking.

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3. SWEET BASIL Classic uses: It’s hard to beat a tomato and basil salad, especially when both are in season. Basil’s also a classic in pizza sauce or as a fresh topping and basically a best friend to tomatoes.

Game changer: Add a torn leaf or two to your gin and tonic or to fresh lemonade.

Quick tip: Add basil at the last minute to keep its flavours and aroma bright.

4. MINT Classic uses: It’s hard to think of summer without mint—juleps, that is. But mint’s not only for cocktails. It’s a classic in yogourt dips with curry and lime and in sauces and marinades for lamb.

Game changer: Add chopped mint to your brownie batter (3/4 cup, finely chopped).

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Quick tip: Mint and feta are a great combination. Try them in a salad with cucumbers and vinaigrette.

5. PARSLEY Classic uses: Parsley is terrific in herbed butter melted over potatoes or grilled vegetables. It’s also the base for many salsa verdes and a key ingredient in beurre blanc.

Game changers: Pistachio parsley pesto. Great as a pizza sauce, and simple to make. Just substitute pistachios and parsley for pine nuts and basil in any pesto recipe.

Quick tip: Use flat-leafed parsley whole in salads rather than chopping it into the dressing.

6. DILL Classic uses: Dill is a favourite addition to potato salads, aioli and grilled salmon. It’s also an essential for pickle recipes and vegetable dips.

Game changer: Baby potatoes with dill cream sauce. Boiled baby potatoes are divine on their own, but add dill and sautéed onions with thick cream, and you’re looking at a new favourite.

Quick tip: Add it to tzatziki, and use as a tartar sauce.

7. THYME Classic uses: French onion soup is nothing without thyme. It’s also a favourite infused in oil with garlic cloves and oregano, or added to quiche or strawberry tarts.

Game changer: Zucchini bread with thyme. Two tbsp make all the difference. Add nuts and lemon zest for even more flavour.

Quick tip: Substitute fresh thyme for dried at a ratio of 3:1.

8. CILANTRO Classic uses: Cilantro is a staple in fresh salsas and as a topping for burritos, tacos and lettuce wraps. It’s also great in salsa verde or tossed into quinoa or black-bean salads.

Game changer: Cilantro lime rice. Simply toss cooked rice with 2 tbsp of lime juice, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro and a sprinkling of salt.

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It’s been only 20 months since the last municipal election when a mayor and seven councillors were chosen to represent our city. The do-over is needed, however, because first-time councillor Gilles Prefontaine resigned his seat in late April to take a newly created position as Chief Community Development Officer with the City of St. Albert.

The move is not without controversy. Politicians and citizens alike are questioning the ethics of Prefontaine’s quick departure from council for a high-level position with the City of St. Albert. And then there’s the cost of a by-election, which at over $100,000 is nearly as much as the entire general election in 2013. Still, the vacant seat must be filled within 90 days of a resignation, and Mayor Nolan Crouse and current council have chosen to have the vote in late June rather than July to accommodate residents who might be away on summer holidays.

WHERE TO VOTE Voting stations are open election day, June 24, from 10 am to 8 pm at the following locations around the city: St. Albert Centre, King of Kings Church, St. Albert Alliance Church, Kinsmen Korral, Servus Place and the Salvation Army.

Advance votes can be cast June 15, 17 and 20 from 10 am to 8 pm at St. Albert Centre.

Trail to high utility bills, new school sites and downtown development.

“There’s an urgent need to twin Ray Gibbon Drive. Why was a major road built with only one lane in each direction?” asked resident Mary Ann Denis.

Long time St. Albert and Sturgeon County businessman Jim Hole concurs with voters who put cooperative regional development as a priority. Hole said development around the Enjoy Centre has progressed more slowly than he had anticipated, so he’d like to see council work more efficiently with city neighbours in the decision-making process.

To date, three candidates have declared intentions to run for council: Bob Russell, Tash Taylor and Natalie Mikus, though more are expected to throw their hats in the ring before nomination day, May 27.

“I’d like to see a game plan and get-it-done attitude—regional thinking—there is so much opportunity in the Edmonton area.

I don’t want to see us work in parallel or let opportunities slip by,” he said.

Voters’ Voices

Council Hopefuls

A quick survey on the Community of St. Albert Facebook page offers many hot-button issues that weigh on voters minds, from congested roads and no-leftturn-without-an-arrow backups on St. Albert

Planning another run after a defeat in the 2013 election is four-term-former-councillor Bob Russell. The self-described ‘legislative person’ said utility bill add-ons and a much-needed twinning of Ray Gibbon Drive

are top issues. “I also want to create a police committee to deal with the local crime crisis, and I’d halt St. Anne Street redevelopment.

It’s a multi-million-dollar boondoggle,” said Russell.

Tash Taylor, a mom, military wife and management consultant with St. Albert Housing, said traffic congestion and a need to expand park-and-ride facilities are key issues.

“Seniors’ housing is important too—I want St. Albert to be a leader for seniors to age in place with affordable accommodation and the supports they need,” Taylor said.

Photographer Natalie Mikus said she’s not your standard candidate. Growing up in St. Albert, Mikus said she’s in love with the city and names accountability and transparency as her aim for council if she is elected.

“There’s a lot of exciting stuff going on— downtown development, the Grandin Mall site—I want everyone’s voices to be heard,” Mikus said. “We’re good at building community too, from block parties to the children’s festival.”

The Mayor’s Wish List Mayor Crouse said election issues will be what they are—from public art to potholes— but he has only one wish for whoever wins the by-election. “I hope the person has a high degree of integrity and professionalism, whether in chambers, on email or in tweets. This council doesn’t need any crap or fist-pounding,” he said.

Those interested in running for the parttime councillor position must be at least 18, a Canadian citizen, an Alberta resident for 6 months prior to the election and a St. Albert resident on election day. t8n

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or know parents who use apps to keep their kids content and occupied. But technology time can be more than just “filler” time. Kids can use apps to learn new skills that will keep them both entertained and eager to learn. While they’re busy with their business, you can take care of yours. Here is a glimpse at a few on the market.

MOOSE MATH

Although alphabet is in the name, the Endless Alphabet app does more than just teach the names of letters and their sounds; it explores the English language.

Parents who want to track their child’s math learning will like Moose Math because it provides detailed progress reports, and the task difficulty increases as the child masters each level.

What it is: This vocabulary app by Originator helps children learn their ABCs and new words. It’s called “endless” because new words are occasionally added. The games are not competitive (no time limits, high scores or failures), so children learn stress-free at their own pace.

Special features: The app features talking letters, music and short monster animations to show the meanings of over 70 new words.

The words aren’t what you’d typically expect from a children’s learning tool, either. For example, D isn’t for dog, it’s for demolish.

APP MATH A 2012 analysis of Apple App Store sales in the education category showed over 80% of the top selling apps are for children. Almost 50% of available apps aim to teach general early learning skills, 13% target math skills and only 5% focus on literacy.

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ENDLESS ALPHABET

What it is: This app by Duck Duck Moose Inc. teaches many math concepts, including counting, addition, subtraction, sorting and geometry. Five multi-level activities take kids to places such as the Moose Juice Store and Puck’s Pet Shop where they earn rewards to build their own city.

Special features: The activities are not isolated tasks; they are woven together as a story, which increases engagement. If a child gets stuck on a task, visual cues are available to help.

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Worth noting: Endless Alphabet won an Apple App Store Best of 2013 award.

Target audience: Preschool children, but older kids will enjoy it too

Cost & availability: Free from Windows Store; up to $6.99 from Amazon App Store for Android, Apple App Store and Google Play

Worth noting: Duck Duck Moose has an online learning portal where parents can download supplemental worksheets and flashcards.

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SAGO MINI DOODLECAST Movies are an exciting form of entertainment for people of all ages, and Sago Mini Doodlecast allows kids to make and record their own mini-movies.

What it is: This drawing app by Sago Sago Toys Inc. allows children to record their voices while they draw pictures. Families can play back and share the drawings and recordings. The app supports over a dozen languages, including English, French, Spanish and Mandarin.

Special features: Children can choose to draw anything they want, but the app also provides over 30 simple prompts for kids when they don’t have an idea. The prompts allow opportunities to reflect or to talk safely about feelings with topics such as “What makes you sad?” and “Who is in your family?”

Parents can configure the app settings to upload the mini-movies directly to YouTube without allowing the child to access YouTube from the app.

Worth noting: Sago Mini Doodlecast also won an Apple App Store Best of 2013 award.

including endangered species. Children experience the lives of over 60 different animals such as rhinos, elephants and polar bears from new perspectives. For example, “tiger vision” shows what tigers see compared to what humans see.

Special features: New species are regularly added. A 3D interactive globe lets kids see how far away they are from the animals’ habitats. Each story has instructions for kids to make origami animals.

Worth noting: WWF Together won a 2013 Apple Design Award.

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OSMO Time magazine named Osmo one of the best inventions of 2014. It’s not like traditional apps in two key ways: it requires special external equipment, and it incorporates hands-on activities.

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Screen time is time spent in front of all screens: TV, computer, smartphone. The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends no screen time for children under 2 and a maximum of 2 hours daily for older children.

tangram pieces and word tiles into the digital play. Its creators want multiple players to connect around one iPad for a more social digital experience.

lines that help kids draw the object. With Newton, players guide digital falling objects into hand-drawn or real targets. In Tangram, children arrange physical puzzle pieces to match onscreen shapes. In Words, kids race to guess and spell hidden words with real-life letter tiles.

Special features: Four apps are available.

With Masterpiece, kids choose an image from the camera, a gallery or a web search, and the app changes the image into easy-to-follow

Worth noting: The Osmo system requires

external equipment (reflector and stand) and game pieces.

Target audience: Children 6 and up Cost & availability: The apps are free at the Apple App Store, but the equipment and game pieces cost $99.95 plus $18.00 shipping; available only for the iPad, but other devices may come later. t8n

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QUICK TIPS Wear sunscreen every day— even if it’s cloudy or overcast.

Put on sunscreen at least 15 minutes before you go outside.

Choose moisturizers or cosmetics with an SPF rating.

Apply sunscreen before you get dressed; you’ll protect the skin under your clothing, and you’ll be less likely to miss a spot.

Reapply often!

What Is SPF? Sun protection factor is the measure of UVB protection in sunscreen; UVB is ultraviolet radiation that causes sunburn, photo-aging (brown spots) and, sometimes, skin cancer.

SPF ratings range from 2 to 100 in Canada; the number measures the amount of time a person can spend in the sun before burning without sunscreen compared to how long he or she can stay in the sun with sunscreen.

For example, if you normally begin to burn after about 10 minutes in the sun, applying an SPF 15 sunscreen means you can stay in the sun for about 150 minutes.

SPF ratings can be tricky, however. A higher SPF doesn’t equal more sun protection. You see, an SPF of 15 filters about 93 percent of incoming UVB rays. If you double your SPF to 30, you’re filtering out about 97 percent of the UVB rays coming at you. Increase that to SPF 50, and you’re only up 1 percent to 98.

Because the increases in protection are minimal, most people won’t benefit from using sunscreens with SPFs higher than 30.

How Sunscreen Works Sunscreen contains ingredients that reflect UV rays (like zinc oxide or titanium oxide) and ingredients that absorb UV rays (like oxybenzone or octyl methoxycinnamate) before they reach the skin.

No sunscreen can block all UV rays. Think of sunscreen as a filter between the sun and your skin—some light will always get through. Sunscreen typically protects us from UVB rays, but not always from UVA rays (ultraviolet radiation that penetrates deep into the skin causing premature aging and potentially leading to skin cancer). To protect yourself from both UVA and UVB rays, choose a sunscreen labelled “broad spectrum” or “multi-spectrum.”

Don’t Get Burned!

For sunscreen to be effective, you’ve got to use it properly. Most of us apply only about half the amount that’s actually required, which means a sunburn could develop in about half the time you’d expect. Be sure to apply at least two milligrams of sunscreen per square centimetre of skin.

Sunscreen is less effective when exposed to water. Reapply sunscreen (at least) every 80 minutes if you’ve been in water or are sweating excessively, even if it’s labelled “waterproof” or “water resistant.”

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According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, UVA rays are less intense than UVB rays but are much more prevalent—30 to 50 times more, in fact.

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