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Our Tarot Card readings are done by Greta McKenzie, who, while having many years of readings under her belt, still considers herself a student of the "craft".
Greta is also the author of our Astrology Charts, Astro Readings and personal horoscopes... :)
Our love of astrology and the Tarot have been with us for many years, and Greta continues to learn and be excited with each new chart, horoscope or astro reading that she does.
SGC ='s Serenity's Gift Cove,...
Serenity was originally our physical store front, which was located in Blair Park Plaza, in Whitby, Ontario.
SGC is now on online business only, however we do have limited product for sale and are happy to arrange for pick up. Please Email Us For Details... astrostar61@hotmail.com
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The SGC Team
In astrology, the moon is connected to our emotions and reactions… how we are feeling on a given day may well be influenced by the sign that is visiting the moon… Each sign stays with the moon for up to 2.5 days…. :)
The Moon Void-off-Course:
There are times throughout the month when the moon isn’t fully immersed in any sign… this is when we say the moon is Void off Course… and when this occurs, we may feel “foggy” and “unfocused” … We may not be sure how we are truly feeling about a situation or a person…. Therefore it is not recommended that we make long-term commitments or important decision’s while the moon is Void off Course…. However there are 4 signs in the zodiac which may prove positive during the Void-off-Course moon…
Good for Void-Off-Course Moon:
These v/c signs may prove to be quite productive times.
Cancer
Taurus
Sagittarius
Pisces…
Opportunity Periods (thanks to astrologer Jim Shawvan):
There are other periods throughout the month that are known as opportunity periods, when it can prove to be a positive time for most people, however if you have challenging aspects happening within your own chart you may not be able to make use of opportunity periods.
Thanks to Jim Shawvan present day astrologer, William Lilly 17th century astrologer and Llewellyn’s Daily Planetary Guide for opportunity periods.
Void-off-Course: Yes: December 7 2014 @ 4:52 am (ET) 1:52 am am (PT). Until 12:34pm 10/11 (ET): 9:34 am (PT): Moon in Gemini v/c is not one of the 4 “good signs”
House: 11th: … The 11th house of Groups, teams, what we are willing to stand up for, getting together with kindred spirits, global causes. The moon moves into the 12 house of “escapism”, Illusion, compassion on the morning of December 6 2014
Opportunity Period: Yes: December 6 2014 @ 4:26 am 10/12 (ET) 2:16 am (PT) to Dec 7 2014 4:28 am (ET) 1:52 am (PT). Great for Christmas gift buying.. as you may get just want your people want and need. Good opportunity for a fun, productive Saturday.
What does it all mean?
Gemini is an air sign and needs lots of stimuli. She is ruled by Mercury (which is retrograde until October 25)
We may find we are trying to do multiple things at once, which may not go exactly as we may have planned.
Could be lots of chit chatting going on, and some of us may have to make a concerted effort to listen instead of chat.
Caution is advised when doing up letters, emails and relaying messages, as much as we may think we have it right, it’s better to check one more time
Short cuts and short trips may be on the agenda
When we are out shopping we may find that getting just one isn’t enough..
Trends may excite or catch our attention now
It’s a good time to get those lists and notes made up… we can feel good about putting pen to paper now.
Boredom may be at our door step and we may feel more restless than usual.
This moon sign will have more of an effect on those who have the following in their charts.
The full moon is traditionally thought of as the best time to finish up projects. It is not a great time to begin anything new, and it’s thought that anything new begun at the time of the full moon will not work out as planned. :)
With the Full Moon in Gemini we may feel restless and fickle..
It’s a time when we can find puzzles and conversation easier and fun to do.
We may want two of everything, or feel that we should be doing two things at once.. If you can handle the juggling go ahead, but if you the type who needs some structure and routine in your life, you could be feeling slightly overwhelmed now.
As tempted as we may be to start a new and exciting project, it might be best to write down our ideas and wait until the moon has begun her renewal before we put ideas into action..
This full moon could prove to be a fun time if we let it and may prove handy for getting our Christmas corresponce finished up.
In astrology, the moon is connected to our emotions and reactions… how we are feeling on a given day may well be influenced by the sign that is visiting the moon… Each sign stays with the moon for up to 2.5 days…. :)
The Moon Void-off-Course:
There are times throughout the month when the moon isn’t fully immersed in any sign… this is when we say the moon is Void off Course… and when this occurs, we may feel “foggy” and “unfocused” … We may not be sure how we are truly feeling about a situation or a person…. Therefore it is not recommended that we make long-term commitments or important decision’s while the moon is Void off Course…. However there are 4 signs in the zodiac which may prove positive during the Void-off-Course moon…
Good for Void-Off-Course Moon:
These v/c signs may prove to be quite productive times.
Cancer
Taurus
Sagittarius
Pisces…
Opportunity Periods (thanks to astrologer Jim Shawvan):
There are other periods throughout the month that are known as opportunity periods, when it can prove to be a positive time for most people, however if you have challenging aspects happening within your own chart you may not be able to make use of opportunity periods.
Thanks to Jim Shawvan present day astrologer, William Lilly 17th century astrologer and Llewellyn’s Daily Planetary Guide for opportunity periods.
Date: December 2 (PT) December 3 (ET) 2014 to December 5 2014
Moon Sign: Taurus: Dec 3 12:15 am (ET) Dec 2 9:15 pm(PT)
Moon Phase: 2nd
Void-off-Course: Yes: December 5 2014 @ 1:45 am (ET): December 4 10:45 pm (PT). Until Dec 5 5:28 am (ET): 2:28 am (PT): Moon in Taurus v/c is one of the 4 “good signs”
House: 10th: … The 10th house of discipline, duty, reputation, business, vocation taking the time to learn and become accomplished.
Opportunity Period: Yes: December 4 2014 @ 10:48 pm (PT) Dec 5 1:48 am (ET) to Dec 5 2014 5:28 am (ET) 2:28 am (PT): This opportunity period is very short but good for night owls to get some extra stuff done or to do some catch up work.
What does it all mean?
Taurus needs emotional and material security, so we may find we are more interested in our financial affairs.
This may prove to be a good time to make investments for the future or to begin plans for the next financially responsible phase.
Taurus has lots of patience, indicating this could be a good time to deal with people/projects/situations that take up more time than is liked.
Things that give us pleasure, such as comfort foods, wine, relaxing, good music and giving/receiving “loving’s” are all things we may enjoy right now
Some of us may be feeling more frugal than usual, preferring to save our funds instead of spend it.
Take your time when the moon is in this sign, there is no need to hurry, and you probably won’t get very far if you do… so sit back and enjoy the ride… :)
We may be more conscious of our work and may even contemplate moving career’s/job’s if we feel we aren’t being paid our worth
People may be looking at how we are behaving in public
Be sure of what you do in public as we can make or break our reputation now.
Keep your temper under check if you can, Taurus is very, very patient and it takes a lot to make her angry, but watch out once she has had enough, she will certainly let you know..
This moon sign will have more of an effect on those who have the following in their charts.
Check out the gift set now available to order online from Kalina Naturals… Just in time for Christmas… :)
From Kalinda Naturals website: “This gift set includes a 5 oz sugar scrub paired with a 3.5 oz body butter packaged in a beautiful box. Available in three different scents: Pink Grapefruit, Lavender & Lemongrass”
PleaseClick Here to go to Kalina Natural’s Website to place your order… SGC isn’t sure about the shipping cut off date, so please make sure you connect with Kalinda Natural’s as soon as possible if you would like this product for the Christmas/Holiday Season. :)
Thankyou to ivillage.com for the following valuable information: please follow the links for more information… ☺
Planning on nixing the fresh and putting up a plastic tree this year? Not so fast! That mess-free wonder may look pretty, but it’s also pretty bad for the environment. iVillage eco-expert Elizabeth Rogers weighs in with tips and tricks for making this holiday a green holiday.
Plus: If you’re hosting guests this season, don’t miss our picks for beautiful and eco-friendly entertaining must-haves.
The winter holiday season has once again arrived, and here at the Whitby Public Library we’re all getting bundled up for festive fun.
On Friday, December 5 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm we will once again be hosting the Town of Whitby’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Celebration Square outside of the Central Library.
Bring the whole family for an evening of carolling, crafts and activities, and warm up your belly with hot chocolate and cookies.
Share the gift of giving by bringing an unwrapped toy and contribute to the Stuff-A-Bug Toy Drive.
If the weather gets too nippy to stand outside, visit our Try Before You Buy kiosk on the main floor and take a look at some cool tech. Try a tablet or an e-reader and get information about different devices before you splurge on a gift.
We’ll also fill you in on how to borrow library e-books and e-magazines on your device. So stop by and visit our kiosk to get out of the cold. We’ll be holding the kiosk at all of our branches on other days as well.
The Tree Lighting Ceremony is followed by the Santa Claus Parade,which will take place on Saturday, December 6starting at 10:00 am. The parade will travel down Brock street and end at Centennial Rotary Park. After the parade, pay us a visit and pick up a Saturday night flick or a book to curl up with.
Of course, the end of the year also means holiday hours and closures. For information on when we’re open and closed in December and January, see our Holiday Closing web page.
From all of us at the Whitby Public Library,
we wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season.
Upcoming Programs
Talkin’ About Tech at the Central Library
Tuesday, December 9
7:00 to 8:30 pm
Meeting Room 1B
Interested in buying a tablet or e-reader, but bogged down in all of the details?
Join us for this information session on the various tablets and e-readers on the market. Library staff will talk about a number of topics, including:
The differences between a tablet and an e-reader.
A general introduction to the various tablets and e-readers on the market.
An overview of the functions of different devices.
Questions you have about tablets and e-readers.
A variety of devices will be on display for you to try and explore.
Your library catalogue goes beyond simply searching for a title or an author. It lets you keep track of your borrowing, place holds, view and create lists, and much more. Write comments and rate books that you adore and read reviews by others. Discover, explore and connect with the library community by learning all the tips and tricks of your library catalogue in this one-hour demonstration.
Registration is required. Register online by clicking on the link for your preferred date above, or by contacting any branch.
Old School Video Game Tournament at the Brooklin Branch
Wednesday, December 3
7:00 to 8:00 pm
Before the time of X-Box, PlayStation and Wii, there was only one gaming console: Nintendo 64!
Prepare yourself for a Mario Kart N64 Smackdown! 16 players may enter… the tracks will decide your fate…and in the end only one will be victorious!
Refreshments, snacks and all the necessary controllers and equipment will be provided.
Teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to join us for this program.
Can you hear the train coming? Do you hear the bells ringing? Grab your ticket and climb aboard the Polar Express for a magical journey to the North Pole to visit Santa Claus!
Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to listen to the celebrated holiday story The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Afterwards, join special guest Roy Parker who will display one of his miniature train sets to chug its way around the tracks! Choo! Choo!
Registration is not required. Just drop in!
Seniors’ Holiday Bingo at the Rossland Branch
Wednesday, December 10
2:30 to 3:30 pm
Join us for some rollicking holiday Bingo. Wearing a Santa hat may score you an extra prize. Will you play naughty or nice?
Graphic novels Graphic novels (which are book-bound comics) have exploded in popularity in recent years. TV shows and movies like The Walking Dead, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, 300, Jonah Hex and The Losers, all based on graphic novels, have certainly contributed to the boom, but so has the long-standing superhero fandom, which is still standing strong.
Just because you’re not into zombies, sci-fi or superheroes doesn’t mean that there isn’t a graphic novel for you. In fact, we have a big collection of graphic novels that, like many traditional novels, tell the stories of everyday people’s lives. Harvey Pekar’s classic American Splendor (which was also made into a movie) is one such example, as is American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang.
American Born Chinese is actually three separate fictional stories that, although seemingly unrelated, come together in the end. One string of the story belongs to Jin Wang, a boy who moves to a neighbourhood where he is one of the only Chinese-Americans at his new school. The Monkey King, of the old Chinese fable, leads another thread of narrative with his journey towards satisfying his desire to become a god rather than a mere monkey. Chin-Kee rounds out the novel’s trilogy of storylines. This character is the ultimate negative Chinese stereotype, cramping his cousin’s style every time he visits. Through simple drawings and a dialogue infused with humour, Yang pulls these three stories together and binds them into one, with a surprise twist at the end. This is a great book for anyone looking to get into graphic novels without the help of Batman and the Fantastic Four.
Have you tried Zinio yet? Zinio is our (still) new online magazine platform. It’s a quick and easy way to access digital copies of some of our most popular magazines. You’ll see every page in beautifully rendered colour on your tablet, phone or computer. You can download as many magazine issues as you want, they stay on your device as long as you want them to and there aren’t any late fees!
Travelling someplace where Internet connections are unavailable or expensive? No problem. Once you download your magazines to your device, you can read them at your leisure whether you’re online or not.
We offer 40 great magazines, including Mental Floss, Canadian Living, Esquire, Us Weekly, The Economist, National Geographic, Elle and Canadian Gardening, and we’re looking at some great new additions for 2015.
And with the holiday season approaching, e-magazines through Zinio are a great added bonus for everyone who finds a tablet in their stocking. Don’t forget that we also have e-books for your mobile devices.
It’s all easy to use. We have detailed instructions to help you get started for your computer, iPad, Android or Windows tablet. Visit our Zinio page to get started.
Whitby Archives Snapped from the Past
Outdoor Skating Rink on Brock Street North, c.1923-1925. Photographer Unknown. Whitby Archives 21-003-010.
Can you imagine an outdoor skating rink in downtown Whitby? This outdoor rink was located on the west side of Brock Street North between Heard’s Garage and Turansky’s Grocery Store. The frame building at the far end of the rink was used as a change room. In the summer this site was used as Joe Turansky’s garden for his grocery store.
Serenity's Gift Cove (sgc) 