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Coffee & Biscotti
It's officially autumn! This is a season I enjoy and makes me delight in all things cozy. Amongst them, the pleasure of drinking a hot cup of black dark roast...
A work of art
Creating art is something we have the freedom to do at any time of year. One of the advantages of drawing and painting in September is the weather allows us...
Turn, Turn, Turn
Lately, after I wake up, I feel a moment of anticipation as I walk out the door. Our days are in flux: there may be summer heat greeting me or...
Live and Learn
Ah, September. It's one of my favourite times of the year. It's still sunny and warm and there's a lot going on outside. The return to the classroom puts a...
International Letter Writing Day!
Monday, September 1st is International Letter Writing Day! In this time of digital communication, handwritten correspondence can feel extra-special. It's a deliberate, mindful act. Unlike texting and emailing, letter writing...
Soaking Up Summer
Well, we're well into August and the sun and heat of summer is strong! The long, sunlit days mean there's also a lot of activity in the region. Festivals, fairs...
New Arrivals at Figg Street Co!
August may be a time for holidays and rest before the return to the classroom, but here at Figg Street Co. it's been all about unboxing orders and preparing for...
It's Simplify Your Life Week!
August 1st through the 7th is Simplify Your Life Week! This was created to encourage people to remove things that cause stress and unnecessary chaos and simplify their living. It's...
One's good deed of the day
A few weeks ago, we wrote about some of the positive things going on right now in the world. We sometimes feel inundated with news and predictions that lean negative....
Meet Terri-Lynn of One Earth!
To end off our celebration of Independent Retailer Month this July, we've interviewed another wonderful person and business here in Niagara: Terri-Lynn Woodhouse of One Earth! I came across One...
International Self-Compassion Day
Saturday, July 19th is International Self-Compassion Day! This is a new celebratory day: it was created in 2024 by the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion. We're big believers in self-compassion here...
Meet Kirsten of Steadman Jewellers!
July is Independent Retailer Month, a great time to celebrate and support our favourite independent shops! We thought we'd highlight one of ours on Front Street here in Thorold: Steadman...