Living

Ideal nourishment for a walk in the cool, fresh air

There is room in everyone's diet for a little probiotics, and they can help with a myriad of health concerns. "They're crucial," said Halina Kwiatkowska, who owns Parsley, Sage and Thyme Health Store in Ladner.

William Thornton, CEO of B.C. and Alberta Guide Dogs, is shown with Nicole Kaler and Pepe at the organization’s Puppy Appreciation Party last Sunday at the Coast Tsawwassen Inn.

Common names can be varied and chaotic

Tom Bearss uses a scope to identify a bird during last Wednesday’s Birds on the Bay walk through Boundary Bay Regional Park. The quarterly event hosted by the Delta Naturalists attracted almost 40 birders from throughout the region.

Ladner seniors’ centre showcases its offerings

Emily, Kirsten and Alyson do a little Xbox dancing during the Connect Fall Family BBQ at Ladner Baptist Church last Saturday.

The Ladner Pioneer Library hosted Baby Play Date Wednesday morning to teach parents how to play with their children and encourage early literacy at the same time.

Two old timers slouch in chairs outside the saloon, hats clamped low on their foreheads, stubbled chins and dusty boots. "Guess I should head home," one drawls.