BOOKS
The Comfort Book
By Matt Haig
A collection of little islands of hope, The Comfort Book gathers consolations and stories that give us new ways of seeing ourselves and the world. Matt’s mix of philosophy, memoir and self-reflection builds on the wisdom of philosophers and survivors through the ages, from Marcus Aurelius to Nellie Bly, from Emily Dickinson to James Baldwin. This is the book to pick up when you need the wisdom of a friend or the comfort of a hug, or just want to celebrate the messy miracle of being alive.
Penguin Random House
Across the Street Around the Corner…a Road Home Hardcover
By Mary Lea Carroll
A wisdom-packed, funny collection of neighbourhood life set during the pandemic, when everyone-everywhere was forced to stay home. As a world traveler and now not able to go anywhere, the author thinks, Well, I can’t travel the world? Why not travel the block-see who and what’s right under my own nose? Having been in her neighbourhood 35 years, and alarmed by how isolating the lockdown was, Carroll began a pandemic practice of reaching out to neighbours.
Clyde Custom Publishing
WEB SERIES
Stories for Caregivers: Care Beyond the City Lights
By Lanark Community Alliance
The story centres around Susan Kemp – a 75-year-old carer in rural Ontario. Susan provides essential care for Bill, a man with developmental disabilities. This episode shed light on the daily struggles of carers in rural environments where host families like Susan’s don’t just offer a place to live—they provide a nurturing environment where people supported, valued, accepted, and can have a real sense of belonging.
MOVIE
The Supremes at Earl’s All You Can Eat
Writers Gina Prince-Bythewood, Tina, Mabry, Edward Kelsey Moore
A warm hearted, complex, believable, and always intriguing story that celebrates female friendship. Three best friends
who call themselves “The Supremes” have experienced life together through the good and bad, and are now finding their friendship tested. This is not the music group “The Supremes” is mistaken for. The diner in Plainview, Indiana is home away from home for Odette, Clarice, and Barbara Jean. School pals in the tumultuous 1960s, they’ve weathered life’s storms for over four decades.
Hulu
AUDIO BOOK
The Quiet Cannabis Audio Handbook
By Clearhead
Dependency on Cannabis is a serious issue for many. Wanting to quit or take a break is an ongoing challenge. With this audio handbook, habitual users can make real choices, get motivated and find help. Full of practical, non-judgemental advice, the author speaks from experience and also offers help to family and friends of those struggling too quit.
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