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January 08, 2008
Episode 82 - 08/01/08
Tuesday, January 08, 2008 | 02:12 PM ET
Today Living Halifax helps keep your house safe from thieves, shows you a recipe that is so tasty it's hard to believe it's good for you, and we find out if do-it-yourself car wax is a cheaper alternative to the store bought variety - Our Mums With Thumbs have the answer..
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Episode 81 - 07/01/08
Tuesday, January 08, 2008 | 01:59 PM ET
Today Living Halifax test drives a stroller for those who don't like to stroll, shares the secret to a super healthy smoothy and put away the weights because your brain's doing all the heavy lifting.
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December 21, 2007
Episode 80 - 21/12/2007
Friday, December 21, 2007 | 01:00 PM ET
Today on the show we're hanging out with 22 Minutes star Geri Hall. She shows us how to make her festive rum sauce and dishes the dirt on what it's like being the newest cast member of the hit comedy series.
Also, find out how to take a bottle of homemade wine and dress it up to make the perfect gift.
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December 20, 2007
Episode 79 - 20/12/2007
Thursday, December 20, 2007 | 01:00 PM ET
It's the season to be good to your friends, family and yourself - so today on the show I'm going to splurge and get something I've always wanted. We'll show you everything you need to know before going under the needle.
Living Halifax tries to recreate the famous Rum Runners cake at home.
And we have everything you need to know about buying vodka and gin.
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December 19, 2007
Episode 78 - 19/12/2007
Wednesday, December 19, 2007 | 01:00 PM ET
Today on the show we're continuing our look at creative ways you can be good to your friends, family and yourself this season.
We're heading to JW Doull Bookstore to learn about the magic of second hand books and why they make such great gifts.
Jennifer Adcock and Michael Best get themselves prettied up for this season's party circuit, and we show you how to mix and match vintage jewelry with modern fashions for a great new look.
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December 18, 2007
Episode 77 - 18/12/2007
Tuesday, December 18, 2007 | 01:00 PM ET
Today on the show, we have tips on how to take a great pet photo from a local artist whose pet portrait business is a hit with animal lovers in metro.
Find out how vintage jewelry can spruce up your wardrobe.
And if you think all rums are created equal have we got some news for you!
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December 17, 2007
Episode 76 - 17/12/2007
Monday, December 17, 2007 | 01:53 PM ET
Today on the show we're starting our week-long look at creative ways you can be good to your friends, family and yourself.
It's the season for giving so what better way to help someone than by giving the gift of blood. We'll show you how you can do it and meet someone who is passionate about being a donor.
Also, Gillian Grant and the battle of the bulge and Living Halifax's Jenn Adcock kicks off her 5 part series on spirits.
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December 14, 2007
Episode 75 - 14/12/2007
Friday, December 14, 2007 | 09:59 AM ET
Today on the show, the board chairman for the Quinpool Road Business Association lets me in on what's coming up next for the strip. Joy Knight and Michael Best try to de-mystify the moussaka - at home - it's quite a production! Musician Jill Barber and I spend some girl time together and you may know how to dress for cruising - but does your man?
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December 13, 2007
Episode 74 - 13/12/2007
Thursday, December 13, 2007 | 12:16 PM ET
Today on the show, I learn about about the lost art of saying thank you - with a card - a real card that. I visit the Clay Café where you can sit, relax, have a chat with some friends - and keep your hands busy at the same time. Also we have part 3 in our packing for a cruise series, and more about how one person got active and involved with the arthritis society and how that inspired her to live life to the fullest.
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December 12, 2007
Episode 73 - 12/12/2007
Wednesday, December 12, 2007 | 12:10 PM ET
Today on Living Halifax, we continue our travels along Quinpool Road and partake in the age -old Chinese tradition of dim sum - chicken feet anyone? There's part 2 of our series on preparing for a cruise vacation and I get juiced at Planet Organic.
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December 11, 2007
Episode 72 - 11/12/2007
Tuesday, December 11, 2007 | 10:58 AM ET
Today on Living Halifax, we continue our weeklong visit to Quinpool Road with a visit to Aqua Creations. Living with arthritis didn't stop Michelle Richard from hiking in the Andes - and raising money for the arthritis society at the same time. And if you're about to set sail on a sunny cruise this winter, we've got a checklist of what to bring with you.
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Episode 71 - 10/12/2007
Tuesday, December 11, 2007 | 10:52 AM ET
Today on Living Halifax, are you looking for something to do during the long winter months? How about bottling your own wine? That'll keep you warm! We also have the first of a three part series with Michelle Richard, an inspirational person living with arthritis who keeps herself on the move. And doesn't the idea of a winter getaway to the tropics sound good right about now? It's easier and more affordable than you might think.
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December 07, 2007
Episode 70 - 07/12/2007
Friday, December 07, 2007 | 02:14 PM ET
Halifax is steeped in a rich history and there are many Haligonians who not only know a lot about it history but who also have many great stories of their own to share. Today we're visiting the volunteers at Pier 21 and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic to find out what being a tour guide is all about.
Neville MacKay chips away the frost and adds colour and life to your home with his stunning floral winter décor ideas and get ready to harness your creativity because we're making play dough!
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December 06, 2007
Episode 69 - 06/12/2007
Thursday, December 06, 2007 | 10:56 AM ET
Our journey continues through Halifax as we introduce you to some of the most exciting volunteering opportunities in the city. Our new Gardening column has all the answers for indoor gardening (you couldn't resist the temptation an you picked an orchid up at the store, uh oh, now what, I'll show you how to avoid killing it)... I get creative at the Halifax Bead Pod and Jennifer Adcock and Michael Best take a beating while reviving a lost art form.
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December 05, 2007
Episode 68 - 05/12/2007
Wednesday, December 05, 2007 | 04:35 PM ET
Today on the show, being a fire fighter is a difficult and dangerous job - and across Canada there are people that do it for free! That's right, the volunteer fire departments are essential to rural communities. Today I'm going to find out how you can get involved in your community and why being part of such a team can be so rewarding.
Also, Joy Knight and Michael Best are seeing smoke in the kitchen with their latest cooking adventure as they deep fry some strange concoctions!
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December 04, 2007
Episode 66 - 03/12/2007
Tuesday, December 04, 2007 | 10:15 AM ET
Today on Living Halifax...Halifax is an amazing city to live in and there's nothing we love more than exploring it and discovering new people, places and activities. It's also a great city to get involved in. All this week, we're showing you five unique and exciting ways to spend your time and share your talents with this great city.
Today we meet up with local volunteer hero Mel Boutilier and spend time at Hope Cottage.
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Episode 67 - 04/12/2007
Tuesday, December 04, 2007 | 10:05 AM ET
Today on Living Halifax...If you've always wanted to bring your musical talents to the masses or you just love classical music then we've got a show for you! We spend the day with the Chebucto Symphony Orchestra, a community orchestra made up of talented volunteer musicians.
Living Halifax Producer Ken MacIntosh is taking the vineyard out of wine, and we have the top nutrition facts you need to know.
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November 27, 2007
Episode 62 - 27/11/2007
Tuesday, November 27, 2007 | 12:14 PM ET
Today Living Halifax unlocks the secret to selling homes in Halifax with one of the hippest real estate agents in town, plus we make mortgages easier and our digital Family man gets your little one wired.
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November 26, 2007
Episode 61 - 26/11/2007
Monday, November 26, 2007 | 10:48 AM ET
Today Living Halifax gets down to business with women who had great ideas and made them pay off.
And making Wine: it's easier and faster than you think.
Plus Home work: getting your kids to do it.
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November 23, 2007
Episode 60 - 23/11/2007
Friday, November 23, 2007 | 10:18 AM ET
Today on the show we're wrapping up our week long spotlight on Agricola Street with a trip to Sweet Spice Restaurant. If you want to feel like you're in Jamaica without leaving Halifax this is the place to be. Join us as we learn how to make one of their popular dishes.
Find out what's going on behind the doors at a local performing space and if your house is lacking in the curb appeal department a simple decorative urn could make all the difference.
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November 22, 2007
Episode 59 - 22/11/2007
Thursday, November 22, 2007 | 11:56 AM ET
Today on the show,
Nauss Bike Shop has three generations of biking know how behind it. We're going to drop in, visit the guys and get some winter biking advice..
We find out how to make baba-ganouche at MidEast Foods and Geeta Nadkarni is here with her weekly look at pet problems. Today she tackles what to do when your puppy won't stop chewing!
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October 12, 2007
Episode 30 - 12/10/2007
Friday, October 12, 2007 | 12:00 AM ET
Today on Living Halifax Chef Dennis Johnston and Monica Bauche at Fid show how to dine in style, Heidi relaxes with Candy Palmeter, a Halifax comedian who shows her favourite places to be pampered and wedding planner Lorrie Walker with second wedding myths.
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October 11, 2007
Episode 29 - 11/10/2007
Thursday, October 11, 2007 | 12:00 AM ET
Today Living Halifax is living green!
Renovating your home is an exciting undertaking, opening up endless possibilties and creative freedom
for your living space. But have you ever wondered about the impact all these changes may have on our planet?
We spend the whole day with the Ecology Action Centre in Halifax finding out how to build and renovate
in an easy, and cost effective and earth friendly way, and why it's so important that we stick up for
mother nature.
Also in today's show, Geeta Nardkarni wades through the daunting details of pet insurance to find out
if it's is right for you.
October 10, 2007
Episode 28 - 10/10/2007
Wednesday, October 10, 2007 | 12:00 AM ET
Today on Living Halifax I'm spending the day at a local restaurant that you won't want to miss out on.
The historic Five Fisherman Restaurant is located in downtown Halifax and their Executive Chef
Renee Lavalee shows you a few unique ways to use up those thanksgiving leftovers in your fridge.
Jenn Adcock and Michael Best strut the streets for the first time as Halifax tourists in their latest adventure
and I show you that it's never too late to wow your friends and family with your musical talents!
October 09, 2007
Episode 27 - 09/10/2007
Tuesday, October 09, 2007 | 12:00 AM ET
Do you swoon every time you see a puppy in a purse? Or is your ideal vision of time with Fido
rollicking through the woods...Today on Living Halifax we show you which breed is really the
perfect one for your lifestyle.
Our local decorating connoisseur Neville MacKay joins us to reveal how you can have the latest
fall decorating looks in your home and our Digital Family Column takes the terror out of
family road-trips with the latest in technology to keep the kids calm!
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Living Halifax Photo Contest!
It's contest time again!!! Last season we received so many great photos that we're doing it again. We want your best photos of you and your pet. Maybe you look alike, or were caught in a funny moment. Or maybe you and your pet just like to pose for the camera - well we want to see it! Email your submission to livinghalifax@cbc.ca and in clude your first and last name, mailing adress and phone number.
Carsand Mosher will once again be providing us with a digital camera for our winner and make sure you check back regularily to see the submitted photos.
Click here to see submitted entries!
Please note that our upload and submissions page is still out of order so contest entries must be sent through our Living Halifax email adress.
You can also send your submissions by snail mail to
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PO Box 3000
Halifax, N.S.
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About Living Halifax
Host Heidi Petracek
CBC Television lightens up daytime programming with Living Halifax - an entertaining and informative daily half-hour show that offers a fresh, hands-on approach to life in Halifax.
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