Living in Aurora, Town of Aurora, Ontario

living in aurora blog - a photo journal of nature and culture in the town of aurora and surroundings.

SOYRA Successful 25th Anniversary Celebration, Celebration of Art, My Footage

SOYRA Successful 25th Anniversary Celebration, Celebration of Art, My Footage

The Society of York Region Artists (SOYRA) on January 21st, 2012 held an opening reception for their 25th anniversary show and sale exhibition. I recommend that if you have a chance or you are in the area please do drop by. Read More »
Sunday Break, Aurora Cultural Centre Library Room, Deceiving Reflection

Sunday Break, Aurora Cultural Centre Library Room, Deceiving Reflection

Sunday photo showcase. All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Posted photos may not be necessary the most current one and as always it is all about the Town of Aurora. Enjoy! Read More »
Somethings That Always Change In Our Library, The Photography Exhibit

Somethings That Always Change In Our Library, The Photography Exhibit

Jan 21, 2012
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It was my third attempt this month to take photo of the photography exhibit at our library. First time Matthew needed more attention, second time I forgot my camera and third time there were too many people hovering around. Read More »
The Society of York Region Artists Is Celebrating 25th Anniversary, SOYRA Show

The Society of York Region Artists Is Celebrating 25th Anniversary, SOYRA Show

Jan 16, 2012
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No, not the rain? Its January, and it is raining now. Some snow still on the ground and just on the weekend it was -14C. It is kind of hard to wander in the cold around Aurora with my camera(s) and with 3.5 year old. Read More »
Sunday Break, York Region Transit & Viva Strike Continues

Sunday Break, York Region Transit & Viva Strike Continues

Jan 15, 2012
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Sunday photo showcase. All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Posted photos may not be necessary the most current one and as always it is all about Town of Aurora. Enjoy! Read More »
Christmas Tree Collection, Oh What A Shame, Short Life Of The Christmas Tree

Christmas Tree Collection, Oh What A Shame, Short Life Of The Christmas Tree

Christmas tree collection notices are out in town. On the town's site the message is to remove all decorations, nails, tree stands and plastic tree bags. Read More »
Southlake Regional Hospital, On The Way Out, Emergency Room Observations, Part II

Southlake Regional Hospital, On The Way Out, Emergency Room Observations, Part II

Jan 11, 2012
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The Broader Public Sector Accountability Act (BPSAA) amended the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) to increase transparency of the hospital system. Read More »
Sunday Break, Are You My Shadow? Aurora Skies

Sunday Break, Are You My Shadow? Aurora Skies

Sunday photo showcase. All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Posted photos may not be necessary the most current one and as always it is all about Town of Aurora. Enjoy! Read More »
Southlake Regional Hospital Visit, Emergency Room Observations, Part I

Southlake Regional Hospital Visit, Emergency Room Observations, Part I

Jan 7, 2012
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Unfortunately, we have managed to visit the Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket. Matthew wasn't getting any better so we packed ourselves on Tuesday evening and headed for the Emergency room. Read More »
Sunday Break, Changing Seasons, Happy New Year 2012 Aurorans

Sunday Break, Changing Seasons, Happy New Year 2012 Aurorans

Sunday photo showcase. All posts titled Sunday Break are photo(s) only and a quote. Posted photos may not be necessary the most current one and as always it is all about Town of Aurora. Enjoy! Read More »
White Breasted Nuthatch, Found At The Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area

White Breasted Nuthatch, Found At The Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area

Dec 31, 2011
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I saw this tiny White Breasted Nuthatch [Sitta carolinensis] for the first time many years ago, probably 5 years ago at the Roger's Reservoir. The photo wasn't the best as I was shooting across the river, but it made my birding list. Read More »
Free Tim Hortons Holiday Skating At The Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, First Time On Ice

Free Tim Hortons Holiday Skating At The Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, First Time On Ice

Dec 30, 2011
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We took an opportunity to enjoy the free holiday skating sponsored by Tim Hortons at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex today before lunch. Read More »