The founder of Indigenous Box dishes on everything from her attitude of gratitude to what she’s currently reading and her daily must-haves.
Continue readingMallory Yawnghwe
Artists Among Us
A plethora of famous artists, writers, musicians and actors hail from Durham Region (and the surrounding area) and, in honour of this special issue, we felt it was essential to tell you about some of the bigger names who’ve made a mark on Canadian arts and culture.
Continue readingGet into the Spirit
If you’re like us, you love a good festival. These eight events — some near, some a bit farther — celebrate all that’s grand in the local arts and culture scene. Many of these fests take place in September, so make sure to watch for next year’s dates.
Continue readingLindsay Tapscott, Babe Nation Films
From Nashville, the TV show, to Nashville, Tennessee, this Oshawa native is a gifted musician who is making her mark on the indie music scene.
Continue readingA Day in Port Hope
If you love wandering in and out of shops, enjoying good meals, taking in a show and lounging on a beach, Port Hope is the ultimate place to spend a sunny summer day. We’re not going to lie – it was pretty difficult for us to narrow down our favourite spots, so here’s a short list of must-visits to check out this season.
Continue readingA Trip Down Portobello Road
Oshawa-based vegan restaurant Portobello Road proves that eating plant-based doesn’t have to mean
sacrificing flavour or joy. In fact, don’t be surprised to find a new favourite dish at this forward-thinking eatery.
Artificial Intelligence in the Arts
While artificial intelligence isn’t new by any stretch — the earliest successful AI program dates back to the 1950s — it has been a hot topic this year. But it’s not just about the scientific disciplines. Visual artists, writers, choreographers and more are learning how to live in harmony with the simulation of human intelligence.
Continue readingSpark’s Picks
The Spark magazine team were giddy remembering Canada Day fireworks displays from our youth.
So, we threw it out there and asked our partners for their favourite local spots to see illuminations in the sky.
A Marvellous Manor
Parkwood Estate is one of the most iconic, recognizable homes in Durham Region, and for good reason —
the historic property commemorates the life and legacy of Oshawa’s first family.
5 Ways To Beat Bugs this Summer
We’ve rounded up five things that Mother Nature can’t undo as you prep for planting season.
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