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Wow, what a beautiful Spring we are experiencing here in the KW region!  We've had up to 21 degree weather here.  It's been sunny and lovely, no complaints here.  As usual, this warmer weather has brought some of our favourite birds back from their Winter homes!  I have spotted Kingfisher, Blue Heron, Trumpeter Swans, and so many more already.  Image by Shannon CameronAre you the type to yell out to everyone in your car when you spot a bird along the highway?  …

INFORMATION FOR KITCHENER:Kitchener Ontario will observe 99% totality of the upcoming Eclipse on April 8th 2024.  Some schools will be closed, and just about everyone will be curious to see it!  You may want to know some things!The following info (just about) explains all the things you need to know to plan appropriately:1.  Eclipse "glasses" UPDATE: We are getting a shipment next week with only 315 (as of March 6th) pairs of Eclipse glasses that are available, so get your o …

We are excited to announce a new local vendor that we carry:  Print Avenue!  We now offer a custom printing service and a selection of curated prints on a lovely variety of mediums.  We are currently adding these items to the site, so stay tuned.  The basics:You can now send your images to us and order from a variety of formats (mugs, tees, bags, etc.)We anticipate that this new service will be welcomed with open arms, and we look forward to seeing all the awesome work.& …

Another year has passed that has been filled with the lingering challenges we faced during the COVID 19 epidemic.  We have seen supply start flowing again, and we have been able to fill old orders that customers waited patiently for.  But we still have some orders waiting to be filled, and we still have some longer wait times than what was ever considered normal.  As they say, nothing good comes easy.  We thank you, our loyal customers and new inquisitive minds alike for …

'Tis the Season!Well, it is hard to believe that we are now soon approaching the Holiday season!  We have already started seeing many shoppers starting to look and purchase gifts.  We always have a mad scramble, (every year) to acquire all orders in time.  With supply still being unsteady, and some delays still being inevitable-we are hoping that our customers will continue considering these time frames as much as we wish to put this all behind us!Last year, Brian booked a UH …