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Cystic Fibrosis CanadaHamilton Chapter905-818-6168http://www.cysticfibrosis.ca Throughout May, Cystic Fibrosis Canada shines the spotlight on 4,000 Canadians living with this fatal genetic disease, by raising awareness and funds for life-saving...

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It’s hard to believe it’s been nine years since singer Robin Thicke released his debut. His latest features 17 new songs on his 5th studio album Love After War.  Coming from musical parents (songwriter/singers Alan Thicke & Gloria Loring) his...

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It goes without saying that in a career that has spanned six decades, George Benson has inarguably put his own personal stamp on the smooth/soul jazz, R'n'B, and pop music genres. Now, after 10 Grammy Awards, millions of albums sold worldwide,...

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Canadian Cancer SocietyServices Available in Hamilton WentworthHamilton office – 905.575.9220328 Mountain Park Ave., 3rd FloorHamilton  ON  L8V 4X2www.cancer.caIf you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, you probably have...

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Daryl Hall-Laughing Down CryingIt’s been said that every song tells a story. In the case of Daryl Hall’s latest release, the 10 songs included are each part of a life episode that began almost 15 years ago.  In 1997 he released “Can’t Stop...

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With a Latin background to boot, this aspiring saxophonist has hit all levels on her latest album.  She’s hooked up with producer Paul Brown for another blend of funky, groovy, get down tracks.  Things get hot with the opening number Remember The...

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton and Burlington Hamilton Office - 905.525.3860Burlington Office - 905.637.9911http://www.callbigbrothers.com Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hamilton and Burlington serves approximately 1,000 local children and...

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Forgive the baseball analogy, but on many occasions a virtual unknown does come to plate and hit a fastball out of the park. In the case of U.K. singer Rumer, it's not a Louisville Slugger in her hands that has brought her to the forefront, but...

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Monkey House - Headquarters If you’ve ever felt that music today lacks substance, especially when it comes to lyrics then take heart. Monkey House is back with a 14 song collection that will restore your faith and get you thinking about love,...

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Saxophonist Kim Waters (Sax Pack member w/ Steve Cole & Jeff Kashiwa) returns to the scene with one of the first releases of the new year!  He brings his signature sound to his 17th album in which he produced and composed many of the songs..  His...

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Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontariohttp://www.heartandstroke.on.caHamilton Branch(905) 574-4105The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based health charity, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through...

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As a follower of the beautiful Maysa Leak on Twitter I was able to learn two crucial things about her life last summer. First, she was single yet again, and secondly, she stated how it was time to record a new album. I'm not certain if Cupid's...

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Alzheimer Society Torontowww.alzheimertoronto.org 416-322-6560 The Alzheimer Society of Toronto offers support, information and education to people with dementia, their families and their caregivers, as well as increases public awareness of...

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Slim Man-Christmas Eve On choosing a CD for this review I considered several of this year’s releases, all worthy of your ears to be sure, but in the end I came back to this 2008 offering from Baltimore based Slim Man who also answers to Tim...

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Wave Cares about our community. Help those in need this holiday season by supporting one of these great organizations. Good Shepherd  - 120 Cannon Street East, HamiltonEvery Christmas, the Good Shepherd Food Bank in Hamilton is transformed...

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SO FREE- NEAMEN LYLES When I first e-chatted with Neamen Lyles earlier this year, the first question I had for the Tuscon, Arizona based saxophonist was how to properly pronounce his first name. It wasn't just out of common courtesy, but also...

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Richard Elliot - In The ZoneI can't believe it's been 25 years since saxophonist Richard Elliot released his first solo release.  In honour of this achievement the former Tower of Power instrumentalist has released In The Zone  paying tribute to...

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Rob Tardik - Balance, Energy, Laughter, Love Balance, Energy, Laughter, Love. According to Rob, these are the four key ingredients that lead to a rewarding and fulfilling life. He has taken that philosophy and applied it to this latest...

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