Brampton invites Indigenous-identifying artists to submit
The City of Brampton, in partnership with STEPS Public Art, is calling for Ontario-based Indigenous-identifying artists or artist groups to let them know if they’re interested in contributing to a new public art installation as part of its Century Gardens Youth Hub project. The Century Gardens Youth Hub is “a transformative project designed to create a safe, inclusive and dynamic environment for youth to connect, engage and grow,’ the city of
Brampton said in a press release. “The facility will feature a variety of outdoor amenities and sports equipment along with creative spaces, meeting rooms and more. In addition, a Youth Wellness Hub has been integrated into the design of this project to create a comprehensive support system for youth. By combining recreational, educational and wellness services under one roof, this space will serve as a multi-use hub for youth and families in Brampton.”
The initiative aims to enhance the space with “vibrant, community-driven artwork that will reflect the spirit of Brampton’s
youth and their aspirations for the future.”
This project also gives the opportunity for professional development and career growth for Indigenous-identifying people in the arts.
“Through providing an essential platform for creatives to gain experience in public art creation, engage with their community and showcase their talents on a large scale, Indigenous-identifying artists can build their portfolios, enhance their skills and contribute to a meaningful, community-centred project that will inspire future generations.”
The city of Brampton is
looking for Indigenous artists aged 29 and younger to submit expressions of interest in the project.
The successful artist or artist group will design, fabricate and install the new public artwork with a total budget of $150,000 and will be required to engage with local youth with opportunities for input and skill development throughout the project.
Artists and artists groups will be compensated for their work.
The new installation will add to Brampton’s collection of public art that currently includes more than 65 public art installations, “carefully curated
with the input of the community.”
Last year, the city of Brampton endorsed its first public art strategy, “further underscoring its vision to implement public art into community development.”
For more information about the Public Art Strategy and upcoming public art initiatives, visit brampton.ca/publicart.
To submit an EOI (expression of interest) and for more information about the Century Garden Youth Hub public art installation, visit brampton. ca/publicart. The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 30 at 11:59 pm EST.
Parents of Little Treasures trying to save child care centre
44 children registered at its licensed day care.
Parents of children who attend a local private daycare are appealing to elected council to work with them and the daycare owner to find funding solutions for the much-needed child care service.
Little and Littler Treasures Daycare almost shut down in November 2024 after Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council said it could no longer fund the centre because it was a for-profit business.
According to council, an agreement with Indigenous Services Canada stipulates only band-operated daycare centres are eligible for early childcare funding.
But parents argued that a 2017 federal Indigenous child care agreement had a caveat that for-profit daycares could also receive federal funding.
Little Treasures, located on Fourth Line Road and owned by Sarah Jayne, has
The closure announcement left parents scrambling to find childcare spaces for their little ones in a system that is already stretched thin, with dozens of parents and children on waiting lists to get their children attending affordable, early learning centres.
Currently, elected council funds Stoneridge Children’s Centre and Bicentennial Daycare Centre.
Parent Bailey Anderson told SNGR at a general council meeting they have 305 signatures on a petition pleading with elected council to work with them to find funding for Little Treasures to remain open until permanent funding is accessed.
“That just shows community support,” said Anderson.
She cited the Indigenous Early Learning Childcare Framework document - a 2017 federal framework to give indigenous children access to affordable daycare.
Little Treasures is the only for-profit child care centre in Ontario.
“Excluding them from that agreement would have severe consequences for parents seeking affordable daycare,” said Anderson.
Parents wanted to know more about the ISC policy stating only band-operated daycares get federal funding and asked council to revise its contribution agreement with ISC so as not to exclude Little Treasures from funding.
Anderson said any new funding agreement would be transparent in its design and delivery in a way that’s accountable to families, council and the community.
Coun. Helen Miller said because it’s a for-profit daycare, that excludes it from ISC funding.
“Six Nations council daycares are non-profit and what that means is, any money that the daycare makes goes back into the daycare. It doesn’t go into anyone’s pocket, so
to speak.”With for-profit daycares, said Miller, the owner makes money and it goes into her pocket.
“That’s the big thing. A non-profit daycare is usually run by an organization. On First Nations, they’re run by councils. We get no money from the daycares. We don’t make money. The private daycares are there to make money.”
Anderson said in the 2017 childcare framework agreement, eligible recipients must be Indigenous and could operate as either for-profit or non-profit daycares.
Coun. Miller said the daycare can be a for-profit but it has to be run by a charity of something similar.
Elected Council said administration would do more research before reaching back out to the daycare.
Anderson reminded them that it’s still at risk of closing, which would leave dozens of families without affordable child care for their children.
All Six Nations of the Grand River departments will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025.
Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, February 18 @ 8:30 am.
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DATE: February 21, 2025
TIME: 12PM -4PM
Police are not an animal removal service
STAFF REPORT
editor@tworowtimes.com TWO ROW TIMES
HALDIMAND COUNTY
- The Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has received several calls recently after residents have spotted a raccoon out during the day.
The primary focus of the OPP is public safety. The OPP wants to remind the public that anyone having issues with raccoons, skunks, bats or
any other animal on their property needs to call a private animal removal service.
It's a common myth that a raccoon walking around during the day is sick or has rabies. It's true that raccoons are mostly nocturnal, but they can be active during the day for many different reasons. Raccoons will come out during the day if there is a food source available at a particular time, if they have been frightened out of their daytime sleeping spot, or if there is high
competition in the area at night from other nocturnal animals.
"The OPP does not have the equipment to trap and house live animals or transport wild animals. Calling the police to deal with nuisance animals ties up the phone lines at the communications center and ties up law enforcement officers. A private animal removal service should be contacted instead of calling the police." - Inspector Jodi Kays, Detachment Commander, Haldimand County OPP.
Valentine’s gift ideas
By Jace Koblun
Gifting is a key component of Valentine’s Day celebrations every February 14. Valentine’s Day is a mere month-and-a-half after the holiday season, so ideas for more thoughtful gifts may be in short supply. Let these Valentine’s day gift ideas serve as inspiration.
1. Custom painted portrait: Many local artists paint beautiful portraits from photographs. Find an image you like and have it made into an even more impressive work of art.
2. Doll likeness: The well known Funko POP! brand known for its pop culture figurines enables customers to create likenesses of themselves or loved ones. You can have custom dolls made in your sweetheart’s likeness.
Wishing Everyone a Safe and Fun Family Day!
3. Preserved roses: While fresh roses may only last a few days to a week, preserved or “eternity” roses are treated and specially packaged so they can endure and serve as lasting, welcome reminders of Valentine’s Day love.
4. Journal or scrapbook: A decorative scrapbook or journal enables your special someone to keep track of moments spent together and key milestones.
5. First date map: Gift a framed picture of a map marked with the specific location of your first date, whether it was a restaurant, park or museum.
6. Birthstone jewelry: Jewelry is a popular gift on Valentine’s Day. Make gifts even more special by finding pieces that include your special someone’s birthstone. The American Gem Society offers a handy chart at www.americangemsociety.org/birthstones/.
7. Experiential gifts: Experiential gifts may be just what is needed this Valentine’s Day. Some options include a couple’s cooking class, tickets to a sports game or concert, a vacation to a romantic locale, or a day or night out on the town.
8. Prepare a favoyrite recipe: Learn what your loved one enjoys eating the most and then recreate the recipe as a thoughtful gift and dinner at home.
This Valentine’s Day, people can consider these unique thoughtful gift ideas.
OPINION editor@tworowtimes.com
Indspire announces 2025 Indspire Awards recipients
JACE KOBLUN
jace@tworowtimes.com
Indspire’s 2025 awards show, an annual celebration honouring the outstanding achievements and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis leaders, will take place on April 10 in Vancouver.
Indspire is a national Indigenous registered charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada. With the support of its funding partners, Indspire provides financial awards, delivers programs and shares resources so that First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students will achieve their highest potential.
The Indspire Awards
JACE KOBLUN
jace@tworowtimes.com
ROW TIMES
Valentine’s Day is a day of love nestled in the middle of February. Sweethearts use Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to show the people they care about just how deep those feelings run.
A 2023 survey from the National Retail Federation found consumers expected to spend $25.9 billion on Valentine’s Day, up from $23.9 billion in 2022. Forecasters suspect spending is likely to increase this year as well.
is an acclamation of Indigenous leaders of all generations who demonstrate outstanding career achievement, promote self-esteem and pride for Indigenous communities, and serve as inspirational role models.
“This year marks the 32nd anniversary of the Awards, a testament to the enduring commitment of Indigenous peoples to pursuing excellence in multiple fields of endeavour,” said Indspire online.
Indspire is honoured to share that the 2025 Indspire Awards recipients are:
Youth Recipient
Tréchelle Bunn
Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation, MB
Youth Recipient Arsaniq Deer Quaqtaq, QC
Youth Recipient
Madelaine McCracken
Otipemisiwak Métis Government, AB
Arts
Michelle Good
Red Pheasant Cree Nation, SK
Business & Commerce
Colby Delorme
Métis Nation of Alberta, AB
Culture, Heritage & Spirituality
Brian MacDonald
Onion Lake Cree Nation, SK
Education
Edith Loring-Kuhanga Gitwangak Band, BC
Health
Dr. Shannon McDonald
Manitoba Métis Federation, MB
Public Service
Diane Redsky
Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, ON
Sports
Ivy Richardson
Gusgimukw and Nuxalk Nations, BC
Law & Justice
Bertha Rabesca Zoe Tłı̨chǫ Nation, NT
Lifetime Achievement
Harvey McCue (Waubageshig)
Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation, ON
“With determination, ingenuity, and compassion, the 2025 Indspire Laureates have created a living legacy that will inspire future generations,” said Indspire President and CEO Mike DeGagné. “Their work epitomizes the pursuit of Indigenous excellence which is the hallmark of the Indspire
Awards. We honour their achievements and look forward to celebrating them in April together with friends, family, and Indspire’s many partners who make the Awards possible each year.”
Indspire acknowledged the support of the following sponsors and partners:
Lead Partner: Government of Canada
Guest Experience Sponsor: Woodfibre LNG
Major Sponsors: Shell Canada Limited, Suncor Energy Inc.
Youth Laureate Sponsor: Barry and Laurie Green
Family Trust
Dinner Sponsor: Teck
Resources Limited
Founding Partner & Official Airline: Air Canada
Entertainment Sponsor: BHP
Participating Sponsors: Cenovus Energy, LNG
6 Valentine’s Day traditions
Valentine’s Day is awash in many different customs. Here’s a deep look at some of those enduring traditions and others that some may feel should be brought back into favour or adopted entirely.
Handwritten cards. It’s a common scene each year in card retailers and pharmacies: people three-deep in the aisle trying to pick out Valentine’s Day cards in the eleventh hour. People can save themselves the hassle of fighting the crowds if they make their own handmade cards. In the eighteenth and nineteenth centu-
ries, sweethearts created unique cards from scratch, according to Country Living. And prior to products produced by Hallmark and other greeting card companies, people used to send one another cards customized with personalized messages.
Pampering gentlemen. It is common in North America for Valentine’s Day celebrations to lean significantly toward favouring women, who are often on the receiving end of flowers and chocolates. However, in South Korea and Japan, it is the men who are pampered with such gifts. Women
purchase chocolates for their male partners, family members and coworkers as tokens of appreciation and affection.
Bouquets. These days a dozen long-stemmed red roses might be the norm for Valentine’s Day gifting. However, roses weren’t always the preferred flower for the holiday. History.com reports that, in the nineteenth century, bouquets might contain all sorts of flowers, each chosen to convey certain messages. Individuals can research the meanings behind certain flowers and put together a Valentine’s Day gift this year that ex-
presses exactly what they are feeling.
Puzzle purses. Sweethearts in Victorian England created “puzzle purses,” which were a series of love letters that could be read separately, but also fit together to create a design and message. These intricately folded sheets of paper had parts of messages or verses written on different corners and were meant to be read in a specific order.
Heart-shaped chocolate boxes. British chocolatier Richard Cadbury is credited with creating the first heart-shaped box for
Canada, The Rossy Foundation
Culinary Sponsor: Imperial
Laureate Reception Sponsor: Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Supporting Sponsors: Mycroft Holdings, Rio Tinto, Scotiabank
In 2023 to 2024, Indspire provided more than $30.9 million through more than 8,300 bursaries and scholarships to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students across Canada.
“One of the most exciting things we do here at Indspire is to celebrate Indigenous excellence: those First Nations, Inuit, and Métis leaders whose wisdom, ingenuity, innovation, and strength has created life-changing outcomes for people across Turtle Island,” reads Indspire’s Instagram page.
Valentine’s Day. The boxes were intended to be so beautiful they would be kept to hold trinkets or love letters. Ornate chocolate boxes are not quite as common today, although the gifting of chocolate for the holiday is still strong. Celebrating in June?. Many Brazilians skip Valentine’s Day in February and choose to celebrate Saint Anthony, the patron saint of marriage and matchmaking, on June 12. Celebrating both is fine for those who prefer to shower affection on loved ones multiple times a year.
Healing through the arts at Horseshoe Tavern Toronto with ANDPVA
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
For Grand River Post Secondary Education Office
POSITION TITLE: Post Secondary Funding Advisor LOCATION: Ohsweken
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time employment – 37.5 hours weekly
JOB SUMMARY:
The Post Secondary Funding Advisor with the Grand River Post Secondary Education Office (GRPSEO) reports to and is directly responsible to the Director of Post Secondary Student Services for:
The organizational accomplishment of identified Board Ends policies; and operating within established Board and Operational policies and procedures to accomplish these Ends.
To do this the Post Secondary Funding Advisor will:
Be knowledgeable about all Board and Operational policies and procedures.
Coordinate all matters relating to the programs and services within the Post Secondary Funding Advisor's designated student caseload.
Provide orientation and support services to all students within the designated student caseload.
To be knowledgeable about post secondary programs, services, and procedures in post secondary institutions attended by Six Nations students.
Maintain accurate student files for the designated student caseload.
Provide liaison between the GRPSEO and Six Nations secondary school students, post secondary institutions, other educational agencies and institutions.
Make appropriate referrals of students to other agencies that will assist the s tudent in accomplishing their post secondary education objectives.
Contribute to the overall development and coordination of programs and services of the GRPSEO
Carry out their duties in a professional manner consistent with a team approach.
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
College diploma or Undergraduate University degree with concentration in a relevant field Also, evidence through work history of prior achievement of at least two – three years of work experience demonstrating capability in a client based setting.
Prior successful experience in a multi-task work environment requiring professional level of time, information and project management skills is preferred.
Working knowledge and experience of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office programs and Internet interaction
Proven ability to ensure accuracy of work dealing with data entry and editing.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
Satisfactory police check and must be bondable.
Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in written and spoken form.
Interact with others in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and completion of projects.
Work collegially with co-workers and clients while maintaining confidentiality, organizational integrity, and responsiveness to client needs.
Organize tasks and manage time effectively.
Understand, interpret and apply policy in a consistent manner
Able to travel using own vehicle and valid driver’s license (some over night travel required).
Be dependable, flexible, and take initiative when necessary (work flex hours as required).
SALARY: $51,235.00 - $69,006.12 (determined using our internal job grading system)
ADDITIONAL TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE PERKS:
Health benefits (including Employee and Family Assistance Program);
Pension plan;
Paid federal and provincial holidays;
Approximately 1.5 weeks of organization wide shut down over Christmas;
Generous leave allowances;
Professional development;
Bonuses (as available);
Staff appreciation events; and
Years' of service recognition awards
CLOSING DATE: February 21, 2025 by 4 pm.
Applicants must submit their resume with (3) professional recent references by:
e-mail to Elisa White, Senior Administration Assistant at: ElisaW@grpseo.org or drop box located at the front entrance of the office located at 2160 Fourth Line Road, Ohsweken to the:
Attention: Senior Administration Assistant on behalf of Director of Post Secondary Student Services
GRAND RIVER POST SECONDARY EDUCATION OFFICE
P.O. BOX 339, OHSWEKEN, ON N0A 1M0
Honour. Educate. Empower.
STORE CLOSING
Andre Morriseau Communications Director for ONWA and Milly Knapp (right) Executive Director of ANDPVA were seen at the Logan Staats show in Toronto last Thursday night. Logan debuted some new songs from his forth coming album that is almost finished production at Jukasa Studios. MARLEY
SPORTS
know the score.
Super Bowl averaged a record 127.7 million US viewers
By Joe Reedy
Despite the game being a blowout, Sunday night's Super Bowl averaged a record 127.7 million U.S. viewers across television and streaming platforms for Philadelphia's 40-22 victory over Kansas City. The game was televised by Fox, Fox Deportes and Telemundo and streamed on Tubi as well as the NFL’s digital platforms.
Not only is it a 3% increase from last year, it is the second straight year the Super Bowl has reached a record audience. The Chiefs' 25-22 overtime victory over San Francisco in 2024 averaged 123.7 million on CBS, Nickelodeon, Univision and streaming platforms. According to Nielsen, the audience peaked at 137.7 million in the second quarter (8-8:15 p.m. EST) Some of the increase can be attributed to a change in the way viewers are counted. This is the first year Nielsen is measuring out-of-home viewers for all states but
Hawaii and Alaska.
It was previously the top 44 media markets, which covered 65% of the country.
The ratings also include Nielsen data from smart TVs along with cable and satellite set-top boxes. After three straight years of Super Bowls that came down to the final minute, Sunday’s game was decided in the first half as Philadelphia built a 24-0 lead.
According to Tubi first party and Adobe Analytics, 14.5 million watched on streaming platforms,
including 13.6 million on Tubi, where the game was available for free.
Telemundo and Fox Deportes averaged 1.87 million viewers for the Spanish-language broadcast. The Super Bowl has been televised in Spanish in the United States since 2014.
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance averaged 133.5 million — the most-watched Super Bowl halftime on record and a 3% increase from Usher’s last year (129.3 million). This Super Bowl also had
Donald Trump and Taylor Swift in attendance.
Trump was the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl, while Swift’s romance with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce continues to keep the pop superstar's fans interested in the NFL.
It was the third straight year the Super Bowl averaged more than 100 million viewers on television after a period where four of the five games before 2023 had fallen short of that number because of cord-cutting. That included 95.2 million for the 2021 Super Bowl between Tampa Bay and Kansas City, which was the game’s lowest TV-only average since 2007.
The NFL playoffs averaged 35.2 million viewers the first three weekends, down 9% from last year’s record of 38.5 million. That followed a regular season that averaged 17.5 million. While that was the sixth-highest average dating to 1995, it was a 2% decline from 2023.
The Toronto Rock Lacrosse team of the NLL hosted the San Diego Seals Saturday Feburary 8, 2025 at the Paramount Fine Foods Centre for the years Indigenous Heritage night. ALEXANDER
Kendrick Lamar. NFL
SIX NATIONS COUNCIL
Timothy James Walters-Davis December 30, 2003 - February 7, 2025, Aged 21 years
Suddenly on February 7, 2025, our beloved son, grandson, brother, cousin passed on to begin his journey home. Timothy was a hardworking, loving, caring man, respected and loved by many. He will be greatly missed by Dad Timothy Davis, Six Nations and Mother Tamara Walters, Binbrook. Predeceased by grandparents Leslie & Thelma Davis, Six Nations. Survived by grandparents James & Patricia Walters, Binbrook, brothers Adam, Jordan, Andrew and sister Ashley and many Aunts, Uncles, cousins and dear friends, pets - Bear and Chubby. Resting at Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken Sunday February 16, 2025. Visitation - Immediate Family 2-3 pm, Family 3-4 pm, Friends 4-7pm. Monday February 17, 2025 3-7pm. Funeral Service Tuesday February 18, 2025 @ 11am at Styres Funeral Home. Burial to follow at the Chapel of The Delawares, 3rd Line Road. Light lunch served after.
Open Memorial Jam for Earl Sault and His Friends Who Have Passed On At Chiefswood Fellowship
506 4th Line--5km West of Ohsweken Six Nations, Saturday February 15, 2025 1pm Bring A Friend and Your Instrument And Enjoy The Best In Local Talent Pot Luck Lunch Info...Phil...905-768-5442
MARR: Sherril “Joy”
Peacefully started her journey on February 3, 2025, “Joy” Marr of 71 years. Daughter of the late Lois Marr. Loving mother of Brande, Galen Jr. (Elizabeth) & Ashley (Stephen), dear grandmother of Rainie, Austin, Savannah, Kyce & Kaliah. Great-grandmother of Isla. Sister of late Rodney “Guy” & Tracy, sister-in-law of Rosie. Resting at the Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken after 7 pm. Wednesday where Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 11 am. Burial will follow at Stump Hall. www.rhbanderson.com
Judy McNaughton
February 10, 1954 - February 4, 2025
Beloved wife of Ken. Loving Mother of Kenzie, Trisha Lynn (Walt) and son Aaron Matthew. Dear Grandmother of Ivy Ann, Harleen Quinn, Wyatt Lucas. Daughter of the late Wallace and Lazelle Hill. Sister of Nora and the late Bob, Melba (deceased) and Roland, Josette & George (deceased), Gordie (deceased) and Shirley, Felly (deceased) and Barb, Mona, Cecil (deceased) and Brenda, Rin and Paulie. The family will honour her life with visitation on Saturday at 5-8 pm, with Funeral services on Sunday at Hyde and Mott Funeral at 11 am with cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations to Six Nations Birthing Centre, Jay Silverheels Palliative Care Team, Iroquois Lodge or Six Nations Hospice.www. rhbanderson.com
Added Sept 14, 2020
1721 Chiefswood Road
has Sequoia Gift Sets for Valentines Day, Body Mists, Lotions and Candles
and for this cold winter weather, Alpaca Wool Socks, Insoles and Mitts 20% off for 2 pair
Store Hours: Wed - Sun 10am - 5pm
HOUSE AND LAND FOR SALE: Great location for business, in center of Village at 1654 Chiefswood Rd. Finished basement ready for studio or office space, Lot 18-2, Concession 5, 2338 sq. ft. lot, approx. 40 ft by 60 ft deep. Contact 289-
Added January 5, 2024
LAND FOR SALE: Lot 30-2, Concession 2, on First Line between Mohawk Road and Seneca Road. Selling the whole 33.2 acres. Contact 519-770-2873
Added May 6, 2024 - UPDATED JUNE 24, 2024
LAND FOR SALE: Lot 1-6, Concession 6, Tuscarora Twp., 17.1 acres on Plan 584 RSO, right of way access via 2251 Cayuga Rd., located on natural gas line, lot dimensions approx .. 1356 ft by 675 ft. $30,000 per acre, will consider reasonable offers. Contact Tyler James Taylor, 716-603-1535.
Added August 21, 2024
LAND FOR SALE: Lot 19-6-1, Concession 3, on Chiefswood Rd between 2nd Line and 3rd Line. 1.96 acres, 130 ft frontage. Contact Craig General, 519-717-8940
Last Updated August 21, 2024
List is updated whenever any information is deleted, added or changed
for seniors 55+
February 12th 2-6. Spaghetti and meatball dinner, garlic bread Caesar salad, beverages and desserts. 2-6 at the family youth centre 1527 Fourth Line Rd. Donations appreciated. We are trying to assist the community during these hard times.
CLUES ACROSS
1. Racquet sport group (abbr.)
4. Norse god of thunder
8. Russian industrial city
10. What’s good for the 11. Round-ish shape
12. Baltimore MLBer
13. French modernist painter
15. Burned with water
16. Intestinal issue
17. Take the lead
18. Prove oneself worthy
21. None
22. Tax collector
23. Swiss river
24. Gymnast Raisman
25. Baby’s dining accessory
26. Canadian beer distributor
27. Iconic American tourist destination
34. More expansive
35. Alert
36. Popular boots Doc __ 37. Showings
38. Conclusion
39. Share a common boundary
40. Shooting sport
41. Popular side dish
42. Global energy firm
43. Chronicles (abbr.)
CLUES DOWN
1. Type of bomb
2. Polynesian island country
3. Heavenly body
4. Hard workers
5. Covered
6. Johns Hopkins Hospital founder
7. Plant of the grass family
9. Island person of the Bering Sea
10. Storehouse
12. Scarlet-flowered desert shrub
14. A pituitary hormone
15. Female sibling 17. Monetary unit of Afghanistan
19. Empowering
20. Space station
23. Disorder
24. State of fuss
25. Footwear for babies
26. Nuclear reactor (abbr.)
27. Droves
28. Affirmative
29. Male parent
30. Utter obscenities
31. Type of verse
32. Unpleasant person
33. One who settles down
34. Founder of source-based history
36. A way to snarl
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
A good first impression is really important right now, Aries. Be sure to wear your best clothes and check out your appearance before you meet up with anyone this week.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, you are bound to have a lot of fun this week, and you will spread cheerfulness to others. You might host a party or plan some sort of night out with friends.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
None of the usual strategies to confront family issues are working right now, Gemini. You may need to take a step away and give others distance for the time being until things cool off.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, some tech upgrades can help ensure an exciting new project starts off on the right foot. Enlist others to help and welcome any insight.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
This week is your chance to take a break and let someone else take center stage for a bit while you enjoy time out of the spotlight, Leo. Right now you may need a little alone time.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you know what you have to get done, so it is well past time to put one foot in front of the other and get moving. Others have helped, but you have to see it to completion.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Focus all of your energy on the important people in your life right now, Libra. Other things can wait for the time being. Don’t be too hard on yourself for not getting everything done.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, as things in your life continue to evolve, you may be tempted to jump into something new. You might want to slow the pace and exercise due diligence first.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, have you bitten off more than you can chew this week? If so, you probably have to ask for some helpers to step up and pitch in. Teamwork is a good thing.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Some tough decisions are ahead of you, Capricorn. It might be best to think things through logically and leave emotion out of the equation for the time being.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, it can be dangerous to think you know everything. This week, listen to what others have to say before deciding if their ideas have merit. This approach can benefit all involved.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Step up this week with confidence, Pisces. Now is not the time to be inflexible or shy. Go with the flow as much as possible, and learn and listen along the way.
