Feathers, fringe, rhinestones and more…the glamour of a well constructed burlesque costume will wow the audience right out of the gate! As a burlesque performer, I spend countless hours conceptualizing a look and seeing it to fruition. This means hundreds of hours bedazzling while taking in a good Netflix marathon, hot-glueing until I have burned every tip of my fingers, and hand sewing until my hands have completely seized up. And yes, I love every minute of it. I’m most proud of my creations when it accomplishes these things: lends well to my choreography; has visual impact; looks expensive......
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Fall is just around the corner and nothing says fall better then apple and cinnamon. Not only do these cookies taste like fall, they also are healthy. What makes them so healthy? For starters they are vegan and gluten free, and have minimal sugars. These are perfect as a back to school treat that is if they even make it to the lunch bags. Makes approx. 10-12 cookies Ingredients: 1 cup Almond Meal 1 cup Brown Rice Flour ½ cup Coconut Sugar ¼ cup Arrowroot Starch 2 tsp Cinnamon ½ tsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Baking Soda ½......
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LAURENTIAN MENS SOCER SEPTEMBER 2016 Saturday, September 3: RMC vs. LU @ Navy Bay 2:15 PM Sunday, September 4: Queen’s vs. LU @ Miklas-McCarney Field 2:15 PM Sunday, Septemner 11: LU vs. Nipissing @ LU Soccer Fields 2:15 PM Saturday, September 17: LU vs. Trent @ LU Soccer Fields 2:15 PM Sunday, September 18: LU vs. UOIT @ LU Soccer Fields 2:15 PM Friday, September 23: Carleton vs. LU @ Keith Harris Stadium 7:15 PM OCTOBER 2016 Saturday, October 1: Nipissing vs. LU @ Nipissing Field 12:00 PM Sunday, October 2: Ryerson vs. LU @ Downsview Park 1:00 PM......
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For all of those beginner smoothie makers not knowing what exactly to put in your blender, here is a step by step guide to building a successful smoothie! It’s all about the base: To make a smoothie blend properly, so it isn’t too thick that you pop a blood vessel trying to sip it through your straw, you will need to pick a base. I am going to make this super simple for you, you have two options, water or a non dairy milk. Water – Water will always be your choice unless you need more fat or calories......
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Sudbury is lucky to be home to some 330 lakes. SUP Yoga INC, a new stand up paddle boarding and yoga company wants to help Sudburians get the most out of the beautiful surroundings. “We want people to be happy on the water and reconnect with themselves through yoga,” said SUP YOGA INC CEO, Meghan Juuti. “ It’s an opportunity to re-wire those relationships with each other and with ourselves and let go of technology for a moment”. Juuti, along with her business partner Paul Thusuka founded the company in January of 2016 and five short months later they......
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To me, a nutrition expert, coconut oil is old news, but apparently to some it is still new. You have probably already seen articles on coconut oil and all its uses, but for those of you who still wonder why its the latest trend, then this is for you. I was recently asked by a family friend, what the deal was on coconut oil. I explained to her how it is healthy to ingest but also good to use on many other things, which makes this purchase multi purposeful. Good Fat: There are good fats and bad fats in......
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This is the perfect muffin recipe for blueberry season, and if you are gluten free. Sometimes going gluten free can be tough, especially when it comes to baked goods. They can sometimes be dry and crumble easily, but these muffins are moist and flavourful. Makes approx. 12 muffins You will need: 1-2 mashed bananas 2 eggs 3/4 cup of almond milk 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup almond meal 1 cup brown rice flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp sea salt 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup of frozen blueberries Directions: In a large mixing bowl add the wet ingredients (mashed......
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Now that summer is at it’s peak, we all can enjoy some time in the sun soaking up the rays. By rays I mean, Vitamin D. Vitamin D is a vitamin that we can get without having to eat anything, we soak it up through our skin and it gets converted to Vitamin D. Why do we need Vitamin D? Vitamin D is important because it does several things to promote health in our bodies. It is used to keep your bones and teeth strong by helping with calcium absorption and regulation. It also helps to prevent inflammation,......
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He shoots, he scores! Grab your family and friends and come see NHL superstars like Nick Foligno, Marcus Foligno, Andrew Desjardins, Derek MacKenzie, Zack Stortini and more live in action! The hockey pros will be taking on health pros from Health Sciences North in a battle on the ice to save lives at the Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex. After the game, fans can even grab an autograph from their favourite player! Tickets are $22 and can be purchased through the Sudbury Arena website or at the box office at 240 Elgin Street. The game is being hosted......
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The north has so much to offer if you love adrenaline pumping thrill and excitement. Even if your more timid this plenty of moderately thrilling things to do. Hop on two wheels and head out to Walden and check out the bike trails. Naughton biking and ski trails are top notch and offer beginner to expert level trails that run up and down hills. A beautiful visual sensory experience, with many Inspiring views. A day on your bike on those trails is sure to thrill and challenge anyone of any age. http://www.waldenmbc.ca Mount the canoe on the roof of......
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