Entertainment
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6 Winter Books for the Seasonal Reader’s Soul
Winter is always the perfect time of year to cozy up next to the fireplace with a hot mug of cocoa and a good book. This past year has required more warmth and comfort than ever before, and not just because of the cold. Due to the continuous spike in COVID-19 cases, many of us have stayed indoors for our health and safety and have picked up new hobbies (or rekindled our love for old ones). Many of us have also found more time to spend with our families. While this may have strengthened bonds, it’s made us lose any time we may have previously had to ourselves. But there…
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4 Self-Improvement Books to Help You Through the Pandemic
Life can be stressful, especially during a global pandemic. While many things are out of our control, like what our future will look like, improving our mental state is always within reach. If you find that your worries are holding you back, reading can actually help you take control of your mental health. Since the pandemic started, you’ve probably spent a lot of time at home with your thoughts. It can feel uncomfortable, but it’s a great opportunity to look within. Take your mental temperature and assess your stress levels head-on! If you spend some time with yourself now, you might be surprised with how you handle future situations. If…
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On the Danforth Presents: March Madness Movie Winner
It’s been an interesting two weeks and we’ve tried to keep spirits high during this time. I don’t know about you, but I’ve definitely used this time to catch up on some of these amazing movies that our OTD team picked as their favourites. After three gruelling rounds, we can finally announce our winner. Congrats to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone! The boy who lived has done it again and beat a rival way more powerful than Voldemort ever was! Parasite, although you placed second, you fought bravely, and lost only by a few votes. Thank you all for taking part in our Movie Madness. We hope that it…
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Alisha Sevigny: Author, Leader, and Mom
Alisha Sevigny is a rising star in the middle-grade fiction world with her new series, The Secrets of the Sands. She is also a yoga instructor and Tarot enthusiast, a wife, a mom, and an instructor/editor for both rookie writers and experienced ones. Anyone that sees this list of attributes applied to one person must immediately think of the Sarah Jessica Parker film, I Don’t Know How She Does It (2011). But, Alisha carries it with grace, enthusiasm, and passion for her work. She sat down with OTD this past week to discuss her experiences as a writer, leader, and mother, and passes on some words of wisdom she has…
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On the Danforth Spring 2020 is here!
To our lovely readers: At this time, the print issue of On the Danforth Spring is distributed across the Danforth to local businesses for free public circulation, but going outside can be a bit difficult at this time. We encourage everyone to follow health advisories and respect the Province’s call for a State of Emergency and self-isolate unless your specific circumstances necessitate otherwise. So how do you find the Spring 2020 issue of On the Danforth if you can’t go out to support your local businesses? Well, we have a treat for you! In addition to releasing or issues in print, On the Danforth will be available online! On the…
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Cooperative Board Games to Play in the Pandemic
I miss last month, when my first thought on hearing the word “pandemic” was the board game. As we all start to reduce our social activities, board games are a great way to spend time with anyone you happen to be cooped up with. But some games can get very competitive and lead to strained relationships, which is not ideal when you’re spending so much time around them. So here’s a list of my favourite co-op board games to help keep us entertained and working together in these trying times. PandemicPlayers: 2-4Play time: 45 minAges: 8+ In this game, you work together to contain the spread of deadly viruses. Travel…
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5 Feel Good Songs to Brighten Your Mood
We’ve all had those off days where we’re feeling down and out and need a little pick me up and listening to music is often one of the best and quickest ways to inject a little happy back into your day. So, if you’re feeling like you need a little mood boost, why not give these 5 feel good songs a listen? 1. You Make My Dreams Come True – Hall & Oates 2. Dancing Queen – ABBA 3. Man! I Feel Like A Woman! – Shania Twain 4. Happy – Pharrell Williams 5. Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars
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Finals of On the Danforth Presents: March Movie Madness
Round 2 has come to an end and we’re one step closer to crowning our ultimate winner. The Dark Knight fought gallantly but was no match for Parasite. Scott Pilgrim might have beaten Ramona Flowers’ exes, but the boy who lived survived once more. Our final two contenders are going head to head for the ultimate title: the Danforth’s favourite movie. We love these movies. We laugh with them, we quote from them, we judge them, and on numerous occasions, we have cried over them. We keep so close to our hearts and we’re willing to fight for them. We again need your help to decide once and for all…
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What Espresso Drink Best Fits Your Personality?
If you’re anything like me, you love your coffee and it’s practically a necessity for you to function properly. Our coffee orders tell us a lot about ourselves, but what espresso drink really is the perfect match for your personality? Take this quiz to find out!
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QUIZ: Can You Complete the Lyrics of these Top 90s Hits?
The 90s were an era of great music and most of us are familiar with many of its top hits. However, remembering the EXACT lyrics to a song can sometimes be challenging and with misheard lyrics often running rampant, it can be hard to be 100% certain. So, why not test your knowledge of some classic 90s hits with our quiz and prove yourself to be a true 90s kid? There are three increasing levels of difficulty in the quiz and each level contains three songs. Can you make it all the way to the end with a perfect score? Find out below!