Some curious customs for Leap Day include the legal right of women in

pre-democatic England to propose marriage to men on this unusuaul

day. Should the man refuse, he was expected to soften the rejection

by providing a kiss, one pound currency, and a pair of gloves. There

were similar notions in France and Switzerland.

In France, there is a humorous periodical called La Bougie du Sapeur

(The Sapper's Candle) published every February 29 since 1980. The

name is a reference to the sapper Camembert. The eighth issue is due

out today.

In the galleries today, smiling faces from around town, an office you

can see from just about anywhere in the city, designs in clay and

several 'new' music videos from February concerts.

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In the calendar, an advanced screening of the ECMA special at 7:30 at

Rockin' Rodeo (it airs on CBC TV on Sunday)..

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Finally...March and the promise of spring. When the sun starts to

actually work again. Except for the late winter storms, of course.

Give us strength...

And if you see us out and about, please Say Cheese!!!

Cheers,

George

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