• The thrills of quills: quillwork and indigenous history shared at SCL

    The thrills of quills: quillwork and indigenous history shared at SCL
    Before there were seed beads, there were quills.While beading may be one of the most popular indigenous art forms in contemporary times, prior to European contact, the first peoples of Canada used the resources of the porcupine to create. Using dyed porcupine quills and a great deal of patience, quillwork was used to embellish textiles and create detailed works of art.Celebrating Indigenous History Month, Strathcona County Library welcomed Trina Grosse and Kaleigh Barteski of Michif Cultural Co
  • Finding connection in the face of dementia

    Finding connection in the face of dementia
    Connecting with a loved one living with dementia is not always easy, but one Edmonton author is hoping to change that.Helen Metella, an experienced author and former Edmonton Journal staff writer, is touring her latest book across Alberta and beyond, sharing a simple idea born from her own family experience.Her stops have included Toronto and Calgary, with appearances continuing around the Edmonton region this summer. She will be in Sherwood Park for a book signing July 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m

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