Aggie 100th Celebration Event
In November 2021, the Federal Government of Canadian Heritage granted funds for the purpose of hosting this event on September 22nd, 2022.
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Newsletter
April 2022
In acknowledgement of Earth Day on April 22 a “green” thread runs through the latest TAKE 5. There is a lot of good work being done for the planet locally and abroad. Individuals, groups, businesses and governments are making changes in positive ways.
March 2022
Just a friendly reminder as we are now working on our April issue, deadline to book space is Tuesday March 15. This is our popular annual “GREEN” theme edition – you do not want to miss this one.
Call our office today to reserve your spot. 250-245-7015 or email .
February 2022
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December 2021
We’d like to thank each of our readers, advertisers and contributors for supporting the TAKE 5 family. And I’d like to thank our hardworking office – you are the best of the best.
So strap on your seatbelts, everyone. We are blasting into 2022. Wishing you an out-of-this-world holiday. – Marina Sacht and the TAKE 5 Space Cadets
November 2021
HERE IT COMES! The Ladysmith Festival of Lights is back but without the events. I know I speak for others as well when I say that a walk through downtown with a stop for a treat (or two!) is a highlight (pun intended) of my holidays. So let’s keep that sparkle of enthusiasm growing as the holidays near, and be grateful for the bounty we have.
LDHS Receives Federal Grant to Celebrate Aggie Hall Centennial
The Ladysmith & District Historical Society and the Town of Ladysmith are thrilled to announce the receipt of a $15,300 Federal grant from the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program for the community to commemorate the 100th anniversary of construction of the Ladysmith Agricultural Hall (Aggie Hall). In November 2021, the Federal Government of Canadian Heritage granted funds for the purpose of hosting this event on September 22nd, 2022.
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October 2021
COZY UP with TAKE 5! Goodbye flip-flops, hello pumpkin-spice, corn maze, thick sweaters and turkey dinner. As I step outside, a flock of geese big enough to darken the sky passes overhead. “Honk! Honk!” I yell back, wishing them well on their southern migration. Just a friendly reminder as we are now working on the November
September 2021
FALL-ING FOR IT!
This is the time for harvest! Canning, preserving and dehydrating so we have all the locally grown goodness available all year long.
But what happens when you have too much of a good thing? In the October issue we will connect you with the resources to make sure nothing grown is wasted and we visit some local food producers that are doing extraordinary things.