Lifestyle

Fireworks won't be the only thing lighting up the sky this New Year's Eve. It'll be shared with a special sort of full moon. A blue moon. The term refers to two full moons occurring in a single month, not the actual colour, according to Wikipedia.

Wigs are most commonly associated with sickness; people who wear wigs have lost their hair due to diseases and conditions like alopecia or due to cancer treatments. This isn't always the case.

Professional photographer Erik Lovin took this picture of the fireworks after the Living Nativity play at Science North on Dec 24. All Nations Church presents the outdoor performance every year, from December 20 to 24.

Like most of the rest of the world’s population, you might not be an Olympic-quality skier or snowboarder. That’s just a darned shame, but it’s certainly no reason to miss out on the wonders of Whistler, B.C. this winter.

While many people view the beginning of a new year as the time to make resolutions such as losing weight or quitting smoking, many are already working towards goals that will better their lives by learning new skills or completing education.

If you’ve decided to lose weight in 2010 or carve yourself some abs reminiscent of David Beckham, chances are you’re not alone.

For local artist Sue Lampinen, nature has been her creative inspiration. Lampinen was born in Sudbury, and remains here to pursue her art career.

Canada in the Rough, a Canadian-produced hunting television show, is going to have a new, local flavour.

Families who want to get a head start on celebrating the New Year can visit Science North on Thursday, Dec. 31 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for the general public.

Greater Sudbury's Meagan McGrath is continuing her solo adventure, on foot, to the South Pole in Antarctica. Those who want to sign a map and send her messages of encouragement can do so at Science North until Jan. 31, 2010.