2 July 2023
COLUMNS
Editor's Corner: Bobby Parker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Someday You'll Thank Me: Mar y Zahran . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Family Matters: Claire Mullen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Good Reads: Diane Parfitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
The To-Do List: Your go-to spot for local events . . . . . . . . . . 42
Seen @ the Scene: A look at who was out and about . . . . . . 44
JULY 2023
On the cover:
Skewers of fresh blueberries and star-shaped watermelon are
a refreshing treat in the hot days of summer. Whether from
a farmers market, your supermarket of choice, or your own
backyard garden, seasonal fruits lend themselves to festive
desserts that celebrate the season of fresh-picked goodness.
Photo by Cindy Burnham
34
Listen to your heart
At the first signs of
trouble, quick action
can save a life. Sommer
Royal-Smith is a living
testament.
30
Dressing the part
Rebecca Russell
celebrates the style of a
bygone era.
20
Mind over matter
Fencing offers an
alternative to more
traditional sports in a
competition that tests
problem-solving skills.
26
Veteran Owned
Professional Profiles
10 10
16
Nurtured by nature
A retired Army couple
pursue their passion
for gardening to build a
community orchard that
will provide food and
comfort for generations.
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Jackson Crew, 8, looks out from a treehouse built by his
father Nate at the Crew Family Orchards in Wagram.
