Gardens
On the Road Again
Types of Food
1950s Pop Culture
Jazzy July
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These purple, white, yellow, and sometimes striped flowers are among the first to bloom in spring, often appearing even while snow is still on the ground.
What are crocuses?
Crocus flowers are among the earliest signs of spring in Canada, sometimes blooming as early as February or March depending on the region.
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This suspension bridge spans the Golden Gate Strait and connects San Francisco to Marin County.
What is the Golden Gate Bridge?
It was built in 1937 and is one of the “Seven Wonders of the Modern World.” It was one of the greatest engineering feats of its day.
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Ribeye and skirt are two popular cuts of this type of meat.
What is beef?
Ribeyes are tender, marbled cuts, best pan-fried or grilled over dry heat, while skirt steaks are a tougher cut, best marinated in an acidic sauce and then flash-seared.
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As television became more common, the airwaves were filled with entertainment, news, and these segments that paid for free programming.
What are commercials?
This was the decade that launched jingles and slogans into the world. Companies enticed buyers with must-have products through TV commercials.
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Many people wear these two colours to celebrate Canada Day on July 1st.
What are red and white?
Canada Day celebrates the formation of Canada in 1867, and the red-and-white colour scheme comes from the national flag featuring the iconic maple leaf.
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This sweet-smelling spring flower, often with tiny white bell-shaped blossoms, is traditionally associated with happiness and is also a popular bridal bouquet bloom.
What is the Lily of the Valley?
The Lily of the Valley has a strong fragrance despite its delicate appearance and is native to cool temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
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This highway stretches across all 10 provinces, making it the longest national highway system in Canada.
What is the Trans-Canada Highway?
The Trans-Canada Highway officially opened in 1962 and spans more than 7,800 kilometres. It connects communities from the Atlantic to the Pacific and is one of the longest national highway systems in the world.
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Granny Smith and Pink Lady are two popular varieties of this fruit.
What is an apple?
Granny Smith apples are eaten raw and often used for baking. Pink lady apples are crisp and tart with a hint of sweetness.
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This popular music style, associated with Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry, had teenagers dancing and parents worried in the 1950s.
What is rock and roll?
Rock and roll helped shape modern popular music by blending rhythm and blues creating a sound that defined a generation.
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Eat some funnel cake and take the grandkids to ride some rides at these summer events, often featuring midway games, food stalls, and livestock shows.
What are fairs?
The Red River Exhibition (often called the “Red River Ex”) is one of Manitoba’s largest summer fairs, featuring carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, and live entertainment. It has been a staple of Winnipeg’s summer culture for over a century.
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This famous carnivorous plant snaps shut on insects with its hinged leaves after they trigger tiny hair-like sensors inside.
What is a Venus flytrap?
It supplements its nutrition by digesting insects, using specialized enzymes to break them down over several days.
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Drivers use this mirror, mounted inside the vehicle, to see traffic behind them without turning around.
What is a rear-view mirror?
The rearview mirror wasn't originally intended as a safety device. It was invented in 1911 so a race car driver could spot rivals without needing a second person. It was first patented in 1921 as the "Cop-Spotter" to help everyday drivers evade the police.
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Penne, fusilli, and farfalle are all popular shapes of this Italian staple.
What is pasta?
Pasta comes in hundreds of different shapes, with many designed to pair with specific sauces. For example, ridged penne holds chunky sauces well, while long strands like spaghetti are ideal for smoother sauces.
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During the 1950s “Golden Age of Television,” this iconic sitcom followed two couples in New York City: a bandleader and his mischievous wife, along with their landlords.
What is I Love Lucy?
I Love Lucy became one of the most influential sitcoms in television history, pioneering the use of a live studio audience and multiple cameras. Lucille Ball’s performance helped make her one of the first major female television stars in North America.
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In 1885, Louis Pasteur treated a boy bitten by a rabid dog using an early form of this vaccine, marking a breakthrough in preventing a deadly disease.
What is the rabies vaccine?
Louis Pasteur’s treatment was one of the first successful uses of post-exposure vaccination. Rabies had previously been almost always fatal once symptoms appeared, making this a landmark moment in medical history.
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Though often grouped with plants, these fungi grow in damp, shaded places and are commonly found on forest floors after rain.
What are mushrooms?
Mushrooms are neither plants nor animals, they belong to a separate kingdom called fungi. Some species are edible and widely used in cooking, while others are toxic.
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This Canadian province is home to the Cabot Trail, one of North America's most scenic driving routes.
What is Nova Scotia?
The Cabot Trail is about 300 kilometres long and circles the northern tip of Cape Breton Island, offering spectacular coastal and mountain views.
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Spring and egg are two popular types of these, often served as appetizers in Asian cuisine.
What are rolls?
Spring rolls are thin pancake wraps from China, filled with vegetables and sometimes meat. Egg rolls are a similar, wider-Asian take on spring rolls, but they’re fried and crunchy.
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This toy made of a coiled spring could “walk” down stairs in a mesmerizing motion.
What is a Slinky?
The Slinky was invented in 1943 but became a massive pop culture hit in the 1950s after being featured on television advertisements.
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This miniature version of golf features obstacles like windmills and clown mouths and is popular with families.
What is mini golf?
Mini golf began in the early 20th century as a way to make golf more accessible in small urban spaces.
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This tall spring-blooming flower, named for a Greek goddess, comes in many colours and includes varieties such as bearded, dwarf, and Dutch.
What is an iris?
Iris gets its name from the Greek goddess Iris, who was believed to travel along rainbows as a messenger between heaven and earth.
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This distinctive road sign, shaped like an upside-down triangle, tells you to give the right-of-way to other traffic.
What is a yield sign?
The upside-down triangular shape is unique among common road signs, making it recognizable even when covered by snow or viewed from the back.
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Elephant and black are two popular types of this cooking ingredient often used to season savoury dishes.
What is garlic?
Elephant garlic has a milder flavour than the smaller varieties, and it is not a “true” garlic; it’s a member of the leek family. Black garlic is aged garlic with a higher nutrient concentration than common garlic.
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This style of short, full-skirted dress became a defining fashion trend for teenage girls in the 1950s.
What is a poodle skirt?
Poodle skirts were often decorated with poodles, musical notes, and other playful designs.
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If you want to travel to a Greek island and don’t mind crowds, this one is renowned worldwide for its dramatic sunsets.
What is Santorini?
Santorini was shaped by a massive volcanic eruption around 1600 BCE. Its whitewashed buildings and blue domes are especially popular for sunset views.
