Motion Center Toronto: Sep 13, 2010

Monday, September 13, 2010

Baby Bargains Book

Congratulations, you're expecting a baby! What you may not be expecting is all of the requisite gear you "need" to look after your dear bundle. Fear not. Denise and Alan Fields, authors of Bridal Bargains, are here to tell you what's super and what's silly, and how to find it at the best price. You'll learn all about how (and where) to shop for a crib and dresser (including how to get European styling at reasonable prices), what you need in bedding and what can be skipped (a hint: no baby requires the $200 quilt!), which clothing brands are safest and least expensive, and how to shop for monitors, toys, car seats, strollers, books, videos, and more. The authors have field-tested every major brand (and several of the minor ones), and they provide star ratings and annotations at the end of every chapter. A helpful feature in each chapter called "Wastes of Money" will steer you away from $35 Baby Air Jordans and frilly diaper stackers that match your bedding. If that's not enough, they offer a money-back guarantee: If the book doesn't save you at least $250 in baby expenses, they'll refund the price of the book. Well researched and written in a witty and comfortable tone, Baby Bargains should be required reading for every safety- and money-conscious parent-to-be. --Rebecca A. Staffel --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review

Congratulations, you're expecting a baby! What you may not be expecting is all of the requisite gear you "need" to look after your dear bundle. Fear not. Denise and Alan Fields, authors of Bridal Bargains, are here to tell you what's super and what's silly, and how to find it at the best price. You'll learn all about how (and where) to shop for a crib and dresser (including how to get European styling at reasonable prices), what you need in bedding and what can be skipped (a hint: no baby requires the $200 quilt!), which clothing brands are safest and least expensive, and how to shop for monitors, toys, car seats, strollers, books, videos, and more. The authors have field-tested every major brand (and several of the minor ones), and they provide star ratings and annotations at the end of every chapter. A helpful feature in each chapter called "Wastes of Money" will steer you away from $65 Baby Air Jordans and frilly diaper stackers that match your bedding. If that's not enough, they offer a money-back guarantee: If the book doesn't save you at least $250 in baby expenses, they'll refund the price of the book. Well researched and written in a witty and comfortable tone, Baby Bargains should be required reading for every safety - and money-conscious parent-to-be. --Rebecca A. Staffel --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

A Vintage Harvest

A Vintage Harvest

September 17-26, 2010

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Enjoy more than 100 events including winery tours and tastings, concerts, Niagara cuisine, wine seminars, live entertainment and one of Canada's largest street parades during the 59th Niagara Wine Festival. The hub of the Niagara Wine Festival can be found in historic Montebello Park in downtown St. Catharines.

Food prices are $3 to $6 per portion, while wines can be purchased by the sample, glass or bottle. Festival Tokens can be purchased in Montebello Park or in advance at the Festival office. Admission is FREE.

The Discovery Pass is your gateway to tour the Niagara Wine Route for a fresh taste of wine and culinary pairings during the two weekends of the Niagara Wine Festival. Just $30 per pass. For more information click here.

North Bound South Grand Island Bridge OPEN NOW

North Bound South Grand Island Bridge is open as of this moment and traffic is flowing.

As always, unless you must travel over Grand Island and pay the toll. River Road and Niagara Falls Blvb. into the Niagara Falls Area are always alternatives. These routes may seem like they take longer, but your going to spend time either way.

APPLE HARVEST UNDERWAY THIS WEEK IN NEW YORK

Growers Expecting High Quality Fruit and Plenty of Cider This Fal
FISHERS, N.Y. – The harvest of New York State’s most popular apple varieties begins this week. The quality of the fruit this season is outstanding, with continuous sunshine and heat this summer putting high sugar levels into fruit, according to grower reports.

“Consumers should expect super sweet apples from our growers this fall,” said New York Apple Association president Jim Allen.

“Our crop is very early this year, so look for your favorite varieties at least a week sooner than typical,” Allen said.

McIntosh apples are being picked right now across the state. Other varieties picked this week include Gala and Honeycrisp.

The New York Apple Association is again partnering with retailers this fall to help alert consumers to the local aspect of the crop. “Buy local” signage and “New Crop Apple” displays will be in place in most supermarket produce departments.

“We hope New York consumers will pick our local apples versus apples from across the continent,” Allen said. “Our apples taste more fresh and flavorful because they just came off the tree and were shipped directly to your store.”

Apples grown locally taste better, are more crunchy and fresh and leave a smaller “carbon footprint” since they travel shorter distances to market, helping the environment.

Growers are predicting a 27 million bushel crop, with outstanding growing conditions throughout much of the summer, especially the past month.

A complete directory of the state’s orchards, as well as variety info, recipes and health facts can be found online at www.nyapplecountry.com

Availability Dates For 2010 New York Apple Crop:

Jersey Mac In the barn

Tydeman In the barn

Paula Red In the barn

Ginger Gold In the barn

Jonamac In the barn

Zestar In the barn

McIntosh This week

Gala This week

Honeycrisp This week

Cortland 9/10 – 9/20

Macoun 9/20 – 10/1

Empire 9/22 – 10/1

Spartan 9/25 – 9/30

Jonathan 9/25 – 9/28

Red Delicious 9/25 – 10/15

Jonagold 9/25 – 10/8

Lady Apple 9/25 – 10/1

20 Ounce 9/25 – 10/1

Crispin 9/30 – 10/10

Golden Delicious 10/5 – 10/15

Idared 10/10 – 10/18

Fuji 10/10 – 10/25

Rome 10/15 – 10/18

Fortune 10/15 – 10/20

Cameo 10/15 – 10/25

Stayman 10/15 – 10/25

Northern Spy 10/15 –

Braeburn 10/15 – 10/30

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About the New York Apple Association:

Based in Fishers, N.Y., the NYAA is the nonprofit agricultural trade association representing the commercial apple growers in New York. It supports profitable growing and marketing of New York apples through increasing demand for apples and apple products; representing the industry at state and federal levels and serving as the primary information source on New York apple related matters.