Not long ago I encountered the exceptionally talented comedian and actor Robin Williams in a New York City restaurant. In his typical high-energy, seemingly casual way, he said to me: “Oh, Dr. Judy, I need a psychologist.” “Call me anytime,” I quipped back. Half of me thought he was just jokingly relating to me by …
On Sept. 20, Shyamora Luxury Homes celebrated with friends, family and guests as it launched the grand opening of Manors of Kleinburg, a new community of custom homes. This new development strays from the uniformity of most subdivisions by creating a map of unique estates. Shyamora Luxury Homes offers clients one-on-one consultations with award-winning architect …
On Sept. 6, 2014, the Binder Twine Festival returned to the quaint village of Kleinburg for its 48th year. A rural tradition dating back to the 1800s, when farmers visited the community to purchase twine, the annual celebration was once again packed with family fare, juried craft exhibitors and Olde Tyme activities, namely and most …
Great food, live music and a Yogurty’s food truck made for a picture-perfect Sunday as friends and patients of Dr. Paul Sclodnick and his associates at Maple Dental Health gathered at the clinic’s Patient Appreciation BBQ on Aug. 10, 2014. Over $800 was raised during the event in support of Hemophilia Ontario, a national voluntary …
On Aug.16, 2014, the Kleinburg Leo Club held its premier large-scale event — a four-hour dodgeball tournament at Trio Sportsplex — in support of the Canadian Diabetes Association. Five teams of 10 participated to bring awareness to diabetes and the importance of a healthy lifestyle for both diabetics and non-diabetics. In between games, players donned …
Winnipeg-based family business Freed & Freed’s new heritage line might just replace the ubiquitous Canada Goose parka as the de facto uniform for Canadians this winter. Inspired by old English tweed, Freed’s coat collection was unveiled at an exclusive VIP preview at the Ritz-Carlton in downtown Toronto on Aug. 20, 2014, where guests were guided …
Ste. Anne’s Spa in Grafton, Ont., is celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering a three-night, four-day yoga retreat for breast cancer fighters, survivors and their loved ones. Throughout the retreat, which takes place from Oct. 7 to 9, 2014, participants will be led through a gentle yoga program — suited for yogis of all …
Local beauty icon and television personality Rita Stirpe has been nominated for a Contessa Award in the category of Makeup Artist of the Year. Hosted by Salon Magazine, the annual Contessa Awards is one of the most buzzed-about events in Canada’s beauty industry. Currently placed in the top 10 semi-finalists in her riding, which were …
The Canadian Alliance of Film & Television Costume Arts & Design returned to TIFF this September to celebrate show-stopping costumes with a star-studded guest list. Spotted was actress Natalie Brown, womenswear designer David Dixon, Toronto Fashion Incubator’s Susan Langdon, Juno-winning R&B artist Jully Black, Fashion Week fixture Robin Kay and other prominent personalities. The crowd …
After Vaughan’s leading lifestyle publication City Life Magazine unveiled its new cover design for its August/September 2014 issue, Masthead, the premier website destination for the periodical industry, picked up the story and reported on the magazine’s new look and direction. The piece outlined how City Life’s redesign displays a modern and cutting-edge art style that …