Laura Quinn
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Laura Quinn
@lqlauraquinn.bsky.social
Cyclist, localist, optimist. I’m probably reading a book or reading the news. Communicator. Ideas galore.
An epic profile of an epic storyteller & a heart warming lede. Love to see that Munsch is still in touch with the inspiration from “Where is Gah-Ning?” — my family’s favourite. || The Beloved Children’s Author Whose Stories Are Slipping Away www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/m...
The Beloved Children’s Author Whose Stories Are Slipping Away
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September 14, 2025 at 11:24 AM
A case for “decency” of mind, heart & action — and why swearing may not be the answer. || Why Does Everybody Swear All The Time Now? www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/o...
Opinion | Why Does Everybody Swear All The Time Now?
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September 14, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Some science for your next cloud watching moment:: We Take Clouds for Granted www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Opinion | Changing Clouds May Tell Us Something About Climate Change
Clouds are changing, and we need to find out if it’s just temporary or from global warming.
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September 10, 2025 at 11:52 AM
A Toronto intersection made iconic by great public art is getting a new addition
JUST ANNOUNCED: Dundas and McCaul is welcoming a new work of public art. Join us on July 30 at 6:30 pm, as we unveil a bronze sculpture by acclaimed artist Thomas J Price.

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Artwork: Moments Contained, Photo: Stefan Altenburger
Headshot: Photo by Ollie Adegboye
July 3, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Big game, big flag and big win today @torontobluejays.bsky.social
July 2, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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June 16, 2025 at 10:05 PM
I don’t often (ever) reference @theglobeandmail.com editorials but that changed today. A lesson from my mom — always consider what others are going through — is what our world needs more of today
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Globe editorial: Empathy is the foundation of civilization, not its weakness
Skeptics of the impulse should know that history shows trying to squelch empathy can lead to dark places
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March 17, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Reposted by Laura Quinn
Help bring beauty to our bike lanes! Call for Artists now open for Toronto’s Concrete Barriers Mural Program to create works of art on cycle track barriers across the city. Since 2018 over 1,000 barriers have been hand painted or wrapped in designs by local artists. Details at tinyurl.com/dyhxknru
February 25, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Local journalism and healthcare issues matter — and @thelocal.to is driving positive change on both fronts. As a non-profit Registered Journalism Organization, we’re looking for board members. Details below — it’s an incredibly rewarding experience. thelocal.to/the-local-bo...
Have You Thought About Becoming a Board Member for a Local Organization? | The Local
We are looking for motivated and thoughtful individuals to join our volunteer board of directors.
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February 25, 2025 at 2:19 AM
I may love great writing about great performances as much as the performance itself www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/o...
Opinion | Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show Was Political Art, if You Knew Where to Look
With an audience of over 120 million people, Kendrick’s show broke viewership records. But at times it seemed designed to speak directly to me.
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February 14, 2025 at 8:42 PM