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April 10, 2012
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Most of you can probably remember the story of George Washington and the cherry tree. There may be different versions but essentially little George either chopped down or mortally wounded a favourite tree of his father’s. When confronted by his father if he knew anything about the demise of his favourite tree, George apparently confessed that he indeed was responsible. Flash forward a few hundred years and Mikie says, “I must confess, I did it!!”. I don’t think I can get this whole story into a single ravings so it may be a two parter. Here goes!! As you know I have been working on pruning a small hunk of our woodlands over the winter. I have also just finished reading a book by Jamie Simpson called “Restoring the Acadian Forest” and boy what an eye opener. While much of the Acadian Forest still has most of the tree species that existed before European settlement, due to the heavy logging that has taken place the actual dominance of several species has severely declined. In general, red spruce, white pine, hemlock and beech, have been significantly replaced by trees such as white birch, poplar, balsam fir, and white and black spruce. I would highly recommend the book for anyone interested in our current forest conditions and what should be done to return to a healthier forest system. One of the key conditions needed before you can start restoring the Acadian forest is to be able to identify at least the key tree species that you want to manage. So for hemlock one site says “Leaf sides tapered, twigs flexible, leaf attached to small “peg” on the twig, leaf with small stem.”. What in heck are they saying???? Further on I find, “Needles have 2 white “racing stripes” on the underside.”. Okay, this I can understand!!! So off we go looking for white racing stripes. Very soon by turning over needles, we start seeing lots and lots of white racing stripes. Not very prominent mind you but visible if you look hard. So I say to the missus, “I could have sworn that all these hemlocks were fir. I can’t believe that we have tons of hemlock and no fir, this isn’t making sense!!”. So back to the drawing board. More research and guess what, fir also have little white racing stripes!! Check more stuff such as needle size and low and behold, all our hemlock immediately turned back into fir. Suddenly, restoring the Acadian forest is getting tougher than an allowance increase from the missus!!! To be continued ....800
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RCL CARLETON #02
290 Ludlow St. West 635-9919 Sundays: 1:00-4:00pm, “25¢ Bingo”, 50/50, canteen available. Everyone welcome. Mondays: Dabber Bingo, doors open at 5:30pm, Early Bird games start at 6:30 and Regular games at 7:00pm. 50/50 and Canteen. Everyone welcome. Saturday, April 14th – 9:00pm-12:30pm, dance with Allison Inch, Carol Ann Perry and The East Coast Express. Admission $5/person at the door. Everyone welcome. Tuesday, April 17th – 3:30-6:30pm. Jed & Moe, no cover charge. Everyone welcome. 712
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Enjoy an evening of Country Music with the Lorneville Show Band on Saturday, April 21st 7:00pm at the Lorneville Community Centre. The Show Band includes: Bob Burgess, Greg Stevens, Harry Britian, Donna Stevenson, Mark Durelle and Murray Sheils. Guests for the evening: Debbie McMillan on fiddle, Carol Ann Perry, Angela Curran, Tom Mason, Margaret Mawhinney, Rick Russell, Frank Hillier, Tracy Armstrong and Sandra Roy. Tickets ($10) are available at the Lorneville Convenience, Mike’s Jewellery and Grand Bay Guardian Drugs. 737
Benefit for Allen McLeod
An Auction & Dance Benefit for Allen McLeod will be held on Saturday, April 14th at the Jarvis Bay Legion from 6:30pm12:00midnight. Allen (a member of Carpenter’s Union Local 1386) is in the final stage of C.O.P.D and the cost of medical expenses and living has become a hardship. He will be going on the list for a double lung transplant that will take place in the Toronto hospital. There will be a half an hour to view items at the auction so please come early enough to get a good selection. The evening will also include raffles and games. A dance will follow with a live band. Please help support this family. We are accepting donations for this event and will make arrangements to pick up items. For more Information or to donate an item please contact: Tricia Leblanc 653-8678 or Julie Hebert 333-5558 Thank you everyone! Hope to see you there! 742
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Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095, www. rcl69.ca. Friday, April 13th, 20th & 27th - 9:00pm, Karaoke in the Lower Bar with Norm Boucher. Saturday, April 14th & 28th- 1:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in the Lower Bar. Saturday, April 21st- 1:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in the Lower Bar; 9:00pm12:00midnight Dance with Henry Wallace & 2nd Time Around in the Upper Hall, $7/person. Sunday, April 15th - 8:00pm, Dance with Johnny & Sonny in the Upper Hall. Sunday, April 22nd – 8:00pm, Dance in the Upper Hall. Sunday, April 29th – 8:00pm, Dance with Steve Lyons & Joyce Boone in the Upper Hall. Monday, April 30th – 7:00pm, Dance - Annual Spring Fling with Delbert & Friends in the Upper Hall. 710
Great Camping Opportunities at the Y
Summer is just around the corner and the Saint John Y is providing fun and educational summer camp options that will get kids outdoors and having fun! Rock Star Camp, Wilderness Adventure, Skateboarding, Dirt Camp, Lacrosse and Outdoor Sports Camps are just a few of the 54 Day Camps the Y is offering at seven locations this summer. If you are looking to enjoy more of the great outdoors, then why not spend a week at Camp Glenburn on the beautiful Belleisle Bay. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn new skills such as canoeing, high ropes and outdoor survival while you meet new friends and create lifelong memories. New High Ropes Adventures were added to Camp Glenburn in the fall for even more fun and challenging activities. Camp registration started on April 2nd. For more information or to register contact the Y at 693-YMCA or visit the website at saintjohny.com. 952
“Instruments for Peace”
Instruments for Peace is a group that meets every second Thursday of the month at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 668 Manawagonish Road, to explore and promote non-violent solutions to international conflicts. All welcome! 715
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Florence nightingale dinner
Reminder: RCL #68 Celebrating
Celebrating Registered Nurses – past, present & future – the 6th annual Florence Nightingale Dinner will be held on Saturday, May 12th at the Lily Lake Pavilion. Cocktails at 5:30 and dinner at 6:00pm. Tickets are $30 and there is no reserved seating. Tickets can be purchased at the SJRH Foundation office in the lobby of the SJ Regional Hospital Deadline for purchasing tickets is Friday, May 4th. For more information contact Lori Burke at 648-6064. 947
The Fundy Ladies’ Branch #68 the Royal Canadian Legion will celebrate 65 years of service to fellow Veterans and their community with an Open House, at the Lancaster Branch #69 RCL on Wednesday, April 18th from 7:00-9:00pm. 717
Milford Park Mulch Day
The Milford Park Committee, along with their partners, the City of Saint John and Emera NB are having a Mulch Party on Saturday, May 5th starting at 10:00am. The new trail system located at 247 Milford Road is called the Lou Murphy Park. The park was created in August 2011 and since that time the partners have cut trails and established five lookouts. These lookouts offer breathtaking views overlooking the St. John River and the Reversing Rapids-Falls. On May 5th the partners invite anyone interested in helping to spread mulch on the newly developed trail system beginning at 10:00am. We welcome people to come as individuals, groups, organizations or teams made up of about 5-6 people. If anyone can bring a wheelbarrow, pitchfork or rake it would be appreciated by the committee. A BBQ will be provided for all the volunteers at noon. Hope to see you there. For further information or to confirm your participation in this project, please call Ken Palmer at 672-4269, Darlene Richard at 672-1222 or Marilyn Upton at 672-4185. 725
St. Pius’ garden party
A Sunshine Garden Party will be held at the St. Pius X Parish Hall (316 Somerset Street) on Sunday, April 22nd with a Ham & Potato Scallop Dinner & Auction. Viewing of auction items will begin at 5:00pm with dinner being served at 5:30pm. Tickets ($20 each) are available by calling 653-6830 or 6571688. 945
SJ regional Auxiliary AGM
The 93rd Annual Meeting of the Saint John Regional Hospital Auxiliary will take place on Thursday, April 26th at Lancaster Baptist Church (87 Church Avenue). Dr. Michael Howlett, Clinical Department Head, Emerge. Medicine will be the guest PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUPS IN NB speaker. AGM meeting will be at 5:00pm and a dinner to follow Parkinson Society Maritime Region now has seven chapters/ support groups in New Brunswick. “You are not alone”. at 6:00pm ($15) To find the one nearest you call 1-800-663-2468. 930 RSVP now by phoning 648-6292. 944
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Thank You
Lillian Joyce Ganong The family of the late L. Joyce Ganong would like to express our sincere thanks to all family and friends for all the kindness, prayers, love and support you have given us during our recent loss. Thank you for memorials, flowers, cards, phone calls, food and words of comfort. Thank you to pallbearers, organist, Holly’s and Reid’s Funeral Home for their caring service. A special thank you to Rev. Dan Austin and wife Fiona, Rev. Dan Bastarache, Dr. J. Collings and Extra-mural.
Don, Brian, Sharon, Robert & Families Malcolm (Mac) Nelson (brother)
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Harbour View High Musical
Harbour View High School presents ‘Phantom of the Opera’ at the Imperial Theatre. This popular musical is a tale of love, lust and desire and the show will run Thursday, April 26th until Saturday, April 28th at 7:30, with a Saturday Matinee at 1:00pm. Tickets are $20 & $25 and can be purchased at the Imperial Theatre box office by calling 674-4100 or online at: imperialtheatre. nb.ca. 743
BOWLERS WANTED - MALE/FEMALE
The “Good Time Bowling League”, the oldest league in the city, is looking for bowlers for the up-coming season starting September 2012. Singles or couples welcome - we bowl every Thursday night from 6:30-9:00pm at the Saint John Bowlarama, Lancaster Ave. Dues, including your bowling per week and the annual banquet held in May are currently $14. We are a fun league only and do not compete outside our own league. If you are not able to commit to the 33 weeks of bowling, perhaps you could put your name on our “spare” list, to fill in for bowlers that are unable to attend a night(or two). For further information, please call me (Mike) at 738-8619. 738
Spring carnival
The Westfield Elementary School will be holding a Spring Carnival on Saturday, April 14th from 10:00am-2:00pm. There will be games and prizes, a small canteen and free admittance. Tickets for the Carnival ($.50 each) will be available at the door and can be used for everything including games and food. 740
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Jamboree – Lancaster Baptist
A Southern, Country & Bluegrass Jamboree will take place at the Lancaster Baptist Church (87 Church Avenue, West) on Sunday, April 29th at 6:30pm. Taking part will be: Donnie & Lorraine Bordage; Hector & Dora LeBreton; Merle & Shirley Fox; Ken & Annette McDonald; Harvey & Bea Arbo; Arnold & Betty McCullough. No admission but a free will offering will be received to benefit organ and building repairs. 739
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Wanted - Hunters & Shooters
The River Valley Sporting Association has an approved shooting range at Carters Point, Kingston Peninsula open seven days a week. Yearly membership is $40 starting January ($35 for seniors). To join or for more information the next meeting will be held at Grand Bay Centrum Room “A”, Council Chambers (upstairs) 7:30pm Thursday, May 3rd. 723
Cantata at St. Columba Church
Saint Columba Presbyterian Church choir and friends present the Cantata “Jesus Christ is Lord” written by Marty Parks, on Sunday, April 15th at 6.30pm at the church 1454 Manawagonish Rd., Saint John. A reception will be held in the church hall following the presentation. 734
KOC #6770 BINGO & BREAKFAST
The next KOC Breakfast will be held on Sunday, April 15th from 9:00am1:00pm; adults - $6, children under 12 - $3. Proceeds from this breakfast will go to NB Right to Life and PRO Kids (Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids). Thursdays – 7:00pm, Card game. Fridays – Senior’s dance. No dances are held on long weekends. See schedule for co-ordinators. Saturdays – Bingo (none on long weekends). Help is always needed and appreciated, call Yvon Arsenault (2140755). Activities are all held at Assumption Centre, Chapel Street West. For more information call 672-7691. 701
Fundraiser gospel concert
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You are cordially invited to attend a fundraiser Gospel Concert to be held at the Church of Resurrection in Grand Bay on Sunday, April 29th at 7:00pm. A love offering will be taken for further needed repairs to our little heritage church, south Oromocto Lake Village. Blessing us with many talents: Allison Inch, Jack & Cheryl Carr; Living Water, Murray Sheils, Rev. Blake & Pam Doucet, Erroll & Maureen Patriquen, Wendy Murphy & Kim Banks, Dick McAleer & Jerry Wilson, Steve Stackhouse. For more information please call Jeannie at 738-1812. 731
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Yard sale at st. george’s
The Marthas and Marys of St. George’s Anglican Church (100 Watson Street, West) are holding a Yard Sale in the Church Hall on Saturday, April 14th from 9:00am-12:00noon. There will be lots of exciting items for sale and hope to see you there! 733
Funds for Gabriel
Six-year old Gabriel Arseneault, from Upperton, is the youngest child in the Maritimes to be diagnosed with “Huntington Disease”. This condition is very rare in a child and is usually found in adults or juveniles. Huntington Disease remains incurable. In support of his family (Mom is a single parent to Gabriel and his toddler twin brother and sister) there will be an Auction at the Central Kings Rec Centre in Titusville on Saturday, June 16th starting at 7:00pm. Donations of items (new) for this event would be greatly appreciated. If you are able to help with this event or would like to make a monetary donation, please contact Ann LaFrance (fundraising coordinator) at 849-4040 or ann@brentax.com. Thanking all of you in advance … and remember … prayers don’t cost a thing and there can never be enough. 832
Kc Historical society meeting
The Kings County Historical & Archival Society, Inc., will hold its next meeting on Saturday, April 28th at the Central Kings Recreation Centre (110 Titusville Road, Titusville), starting at 2:00pm. Ed Kilpatrick will speak on early families of the Upham and Titusville areas. All are welcome to attend. 811
Beef Supper in Apohaqui
Mark your calendar now - the Annual Roast Beef Supper will be held in Apohaqui on Sunday, April 29th from 3:30-6:30pm at the Apohaqui Recreation Centre (16 Jones Memorial Park Road). The beef dinner includes strawberry shortcake for dessert; cost for the meal is $12/adults and $6/children ages 6-12. Preschoolers eat for free. 830
East branch library
545 Westmorland Road, 643-7250 www.gnb.ca/publiclibraries Children’s Movie Matinee: Families are welcome to attend our fun filled afternoon at the movies on Saturday, April 21st at 2:30pm. Popcorn provided. Preschool Story Time: Preschool Story session every Thursday from 10:30-11:00am. Weekly themed books, stories, songs and crafts! Book Club for Adults: 2:30-3:30pm, the last Thursday of each month. April 26th – The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck. Call today to reserve your copy. Family Drop-In is available anytime the library is open with a different theme every week! During the month of March will bring books on gardens, earth and Rain. 937
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2012 SHORT STORY COMPETITION
New Brunswick English and French language Grade 12 students, attending school in the counties of Kings, Queens, Charlotte or Saint John, are encouraged to write and submit a short story between 1,000 and 1,500 words for the South Western chapter of the Professional Writers Association of Canada’s (SWNB PWAC) short story contest. SWNB PWAC is offering TWO prizes of $500 thanks to generous funding assistance from the James Venner Russell Foundation. The deadline for entries is Tuesday, May 1st and applications are available at high school guidance offices as well as on the PWAC-SWNB website at pwacswnb.ca/news.htm. 807
Benefit for Gloria Lambert
In support of Gloria Lambert, who has Cystic Fibrosis, a Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction will be held on Saturday, April 21st at the Aquarius Pub in Saint John from 5:30-10:00pm. Tickets will be available at the door. 814
Supper at St. Bridget’s
Roast Beef Dinner with all the trimmings will be held at St. Bridget’s Church Hall (Chapel Grove) at 5:00pm on Saturday, April 14th. Only 100 ‘advance’ tickets for ‘one sitting’ will be available. To purchase tickets ($12/adults, $6/children 12 & under) for the supper please contact Barb Stewart at 763-2349 or by email: donkey@nb.sympatico.ca. 818
SINGLES & FRIENDS events
Singles and Friends will be hosting a dance on Saturday, April 14th at the Branch #69 Legion, Wilson Street W in Saint John. Doors open at 8:30 and music by Natasha’s DJ Service from 9:00pm-12:30am. Dance is open to anyone over the age of 19; although our dances are no longer exclusively for singles, there is a higher ratio of non-couples there than traditional dances. Therefore, if you love to dance but don’t have a dancing partner there is always some willing partners to enjoy a dance with. Admission is $5/members and $7/non-members. Breakfast for Singles continues every Sunday 10:00am at Holly’s Restaurant in Hampton and weekly volleyball on Wednesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm at Rothesay Park Middle School (cost $4) open to all adults - married or single. The purpose of the Singles group is to organize activities for single people to participate in and we welcome your input and suggestions. Our phone line is 696-1914 for updates as to what is happening and our email is singles696-1914@live.ca. 819
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West Branch Library news
Babies in the Library: designed for the very young – newborn to 18 months. Songs, fingerplays and tickles encourage language development and having fun with your baby. Please register for the next session May 2ndJune 6th. Time for Tots - for children aged 18-36 months every Thursday morning at 10:30am. Storytime - Friday mornings at 10:30am. Pre-registration is not required. Family Drop-in Program: available in the children’s area of the library. Cinema at the West Branch Library: Wednesdays at 2:30pm, contact the Library for more information on the featured film. You are welcome to bring your own treats. Computer Tutorials – Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings. Volunteer Appreciation: West Branch staff wish to thank all of our hardworking and dedicated volunteers for their hours of service and making the library what it is today. West Branch Volunteers will be honoured on Wednesday, April 18th at 10:00am. Thursday, April 19th – 7:00pm, Mystery Book Club “Mysteries” by Andrew Taylor. Red Cross Babysitting Course: for students ages 11-15 on Saturday, April 21st or May 19th from 9:00am-3:30pm. Cost is $40 (cash or cheque payable to Help Educational Services). Bring a peanut free lunch and a teddy bear or doll large enough to diaper. Participants will receive the Canadian Red Cross Babysitter’s Manual and a wallet card. To register please call 6437260. Thursday, April 26th – 7:00pm, Chick-Lit Book Club “The Sea Captain’s Wife” by Beth Powning. Saturday, April 28th – 2:30pm, Family Movie Matinee at your Library. Gates Computer Lab: Available to check your e-mail, do research and use the Internet. The service is free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Wifi available. Bulletin Board: Check out what is happening in your community. In the Gallery – works of art by David strickland; In the Window – Citizens of Fort LaTour. Hours: Sunday & Monday - Closed; Tuesday, Friday, Saturday - 9:00am-5:00pm; Wednesday & Thursday - 9:00am - 8:30pm. Drop into the West Branch Library (Lancaster Mall) or call 643-7260 for more information. 708
Town Hall Meeting with Jim Parrott M.D. MLA
Come discuss issues with Jim Parrott Coffee, tea and doughnuts provided
Saturday, April 14th
Martinon Community Recreation Centre Jim Parrott M.D. MLA Fundy-River Valley
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10:00am to 12:00 noon 3324 Westfield Road
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Sea Belles Spring Fashion Show
Sea Belles Chorus is sponsoring a Spring Fashion Show on Wednesday, April 11th at the Portland United Church, 50 Newport Crescent, Saint John. The show will begin at 7:00pm and the Sea Belles members will be modelling 2012 spring fashions as well as performing a number of musical selections. A light lunch will be provided, all for the cost of $12/ticket. Tickets are available from any Sea Belle member or by contacting Elaine 696-2261. Sea Belles is a women’s chorus that sings in a cappella style harmony, under the direction of Janet Kidd, a well known Canadian singer and song writer. The Sea Belles meet every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm at Forest Hills Elementary School. New members always welcome! For more information, contact Heather at 672-0681. 949
Income Tax Assistance
Volunteers with the Canada Revenue Agency will be available upstairs at the Carleton Community Centre on the West Side on Mondays until Monday, April 30th (excluding Easter Monday) from 11:00am-6:00pm to complete and file income tax returns for low income families and seniors. No appointment is necessary, just bring all your family’s information. 721
KOC BRUNCH & CRIBBAGE
The Knights of Columbus (#9176) are now holding their Sunday Brunches at St. Matthew’s Church – the fourth Sunday of each month. 702
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Successful ‘I Spy What’s AWESOME’ Event
Between February 22nd and March 2nd, students, staff and members of the community had the opportunity to log-on to our I SPY what’s AWESOME website and share with us what was awesome in their world. Building on the international best seller series The Book of Awesome and the website 1000awesomethings.com by Canadian blogger Neil Pasricha. Sometimes it’s tempting to feel that the world is falling apart. But awesome things are all around us. It seems like maybe these tiny little moments make an awesome difference in many of our crazy busy lives. As an event of the ‘Celebrate What’s Right with the World’ initiative in both districts, ‘I Spy what’s AWESOME’ demonstrated how we can improve areas of our lives when we are intentional about celebrating what is right with the world. It was a great week of recognizing what is awesome … a wonderful way to continue to reflect on the positives and remind us that the best things in life are free. Over 7,300 entries were received from the greater Saint John community! This figure combines the 3,658 entries from School District 6 and the 3,695 entries from the School District 8 region. The schools in each category – elementary, middle and high school – with the highest participation will receive $250 to donate to a charity of their choice. There were several close races and the winning schools with the highest percentage participation are, School District 8: High School - Harbour View High School; Middle School - Bayside Middle School; Elementary - Inglewood School. 732
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After 35 Years ALTERNATIVES is now a Hearth Store, a Bike Shop & a One-Stop BBQ Store.
Alternatives, previously known as Alternate Heating, opened its doors as a wood stove store in November, 1977. At that time customers were looking for an alternative to rising oil prices and they turned to wood, especially the more efficiently burning stoves. Thirty-five years later Alternatives has grown into three specialty areas: hearth products, bicycles and BBQ’s. Simon Pothier, who has been with the business for over 30 years, says, “I am often asked how Alternatives ended up with such a unique combination of products.” He explains that, “In the early days customers only bought a wood stove for heat. That means that while business was brisk from September through December there were eight months when customer traffic was slow. Many attempts were made to find a spring and summer product line including camping gear, canoes, solariums and windows. The business line that customers really showed an interest in was Bicycles.” For a number of years Alternatives has sold bicycles, and since 2005 has been known as theBikeGuyz @ Alternatives. More recently Alternatives has seen an increased demand for BBQ’s, so much so that it has now become a second specialty area for those spring and summer months. Common theme between Hearth Products, bicycles and BBQ’s. When asked what he feels has contributed to the success of three separate product lines, Daryl Wilson, the owner said “Quality products, knowledgeable staff and making sure that in each area we offer all the alternatives.” “In the hearth side of the Business we are very pleased to offer our customers quality heating products by Vermont Castings, Pacific Energy,
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As for knowledgeable staff, Mr. Wilson wants customers to be informed on the features and benefits of the different products. “It is very important that we are able to assist the customer make the correct buying decision for their situation.” The process begins by understanding what problem the customer is trying to solve and it ends with the customer deciding on a satisfactory solution.
Being able to provide good advice to a customer is made much easier when you carry all the alternatives. Andrew Batchelar, a bike enthusiast from New Zealand who now manages the BikeGuyz side of the business says basically the same thing. “When a customer comes to our store for a bike it is important to know what type of riding they are interested in. That will lead us to show them either mountain, road, hybrid, BMX, or women specific bikes." As for BBQ’s while John Jones may be partial to his Big Green Egg, he likes being able to explain the different reasons for buying a Propane, Charcoal, Pellet or Electric BBQ. “Most people like propane because of ease and speed, others like Charcoal because of the flavor, while others may decide on Electric because they cannot have a gas or charcoal BBQ on the deck of their apartment or granny flat” When asked what is exciting at Alternatives after 35 years, Ms. Blair responds by saying “the growth in our bicycle and BBQ business. We are certainly known as a hearth store, but in recent years we are really excited about what is happening with the BikeGuyz and our BBQ business.”
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Reminder: Pregnancy Centre AGM
The Pregnancy Resource Centre of Saint John will hold its AGM on Friday, April 13th 7:00pm at Rothesay Baptist Church. Please join us for dessert and coffee and hear some exciting news about the Centre. Special music guests will be Mike Griffin, Chris Spencer and Joanne and Alex Daggett. You will also hear some moving testimonials from Centre clients. Come and invite a friend. 602
DANCE IN APOHAQUI
A fundraiser dance will be held in Apohaqui at the Recreation Centre on Saturday, April 14th from 9:00pm-12:30am featuring Gary Morris and the Crossroads. Cost of admission is $15/ person or $25/couple. Get your advance tickets by contacting Don - 434-3439; Dwayne - 434-3185; Marsha - 433-4571; Evelyn - 433-2486 or any member of the Recreation Council. All proceeds from this event will go toward the purchase of playground equipment in the park. We invite you to an evening of enjoyment at the dance with us. Sponsored by Apohaqui Lower Millstream Recreation Council Inc. 820
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #87
Dr. Erik F.C. Klein, B.Sc., D.C. No medical referral is required 199 Chelsey Drive, Saint John
Phone - 652-5222
Chronic Pain Program We are looking for people who have been diagnosed with severe inflammatory conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, fibromyalgia and/or other conditions and have been afflicted for more than six months. Our chronic pain program typically sees a 50% improvement in 90% of the most severe cases, and an 80% improvement in conditions of lesser severity. Even if you have been through previous pain management courses, rehabilitation, and have been told "there is nothing more that can be done", please contact us. Not everyone is a candidate for care, however Dr. Klein has been trained through programs in the US to address the underlying factors that lead to chronic systemic inflammation in the 20% who suffer ongoing pain. Each person is different, but with dedicated candidates, the results are very positive. We thrive off of even the most challenging of cases.
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Greenwich, NB Mondays - 7:00pm, Jam Session (none on holidays). Tuesdays – 7:30pm, Darts. Fridays - 7:00pm, Games Room open. Saturdays - 6:00pm, Games Room open. Anyone interest in helping out with any Legion event or who would like to become a member; the monthly meetings are held at the Legion on the second Thursday of each month. Contact Rose Linton at 757-2963. Legion Rental: Contact Lynn Vail 468-2927. Everyone welcome. 711
COMMUNITY ADULT LEARNING PROGRAM
Free classes in Math & English, lower levels up to GED. Small classes, mornings or afternoons, Monday-Friday. Start at your own skill level, work at your own pace. The program will take place at the Carleton Community Centre. Call Jim Burns for more info at 658- 2815. 729
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Music in Medicine Concert
Dalhousie Medical School/NB Students and friends, the Sounds of the C - directed by Janet Kidd, The C Band -directed by Dr Wendy Stewart will be in concert on Wednesday, April 11th 7:00pm at the Unitarian Church, 545 Sandy Point Road. Tickets ($15) are available from DMNB office 636-6000 or at the door. Proceeds from this event go to The Give, DMNB Humanities Program and Saint John Regional Foundation. 605
Dinner with Heart for Heart
In support of all the Heart of the Possible programs at the Saint John Boys & Girls Club, our children are going to cook, serve and perform for you on Monday, April 16th at 6:00pm. Tickets ($40) are available at the Club or by calling 634-2011 With artist Sue Hooper’s guidance, the decorations are being created and with Liane and Maureen in the kitchen, the evening will be magical. Join us on April 16th! 908
Spring’s Here...
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UPCOMING LECTURES & EVENTS April 7th to 21st: EARLYBIRD SEASON (Come on out - get your worm!) Get Advice from the experts to start the gardening season off right! First of the RED TAG SPECIALS. Plus: Earlybird Savings - show us this flier to get $20 off any purchase of $100 or more. April 14 th & 15th: Visit us at Valley Expo at the qplex in Quispamsis. See our products, ask us any question about pruning, perennials, peonies, dahlias, deer, daffs, or whatever you want! Get Show Special Coupons for great deals at the Garden Center just 5 minutes away. April 21st: GRAND OPENING Spring Egg Hunt For the Kids 5000 chocolate eggs to find in our 3 greenhouses. Special prizes. Starts 10am, rain or shine. It’s Earth Day April 22. Shade Trees 22% OFF this weekend - Green up your yard!
Breast Health Program
HRV Seniors Club- Poker Run
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Messy bed? Let us make it for you: Pruning, edging, weeding, mulching, perennial care & transplanting.
Spring clean-ups & brush hauling! Landscape Design & Installation: Beds, lawns, walkways, walls & patios. No job too big or too small!
Alzheimer’s Café
Know Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia? You are invited to join us for a free coffee and snack on the last Sunday of each month at St. Mark’s Church, 50 Dexter Drive West Saint John from 2:00-4:00pm. Education, support and a friendly atmosphere for those living with dementia, their loved ones and caregivers. All Welcome. Please contact Ed Sullivan at 672 5286 or sulli@ nb.sympatico.ca. 612
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Horizon Health Network in conjunction with the Breast Health Program is offering free Breast Health Awareness sessions to groups and individuals within the region. For more information please contact Christina Milne, Breast health Educator at 6325796. 911 The Hammond River Valley Seniors Club (Upham, Route 820) will be hosting its Second Annual ATV Poker Run on Saturday, May 12th. Registration will be from 9:00 to 10:00am in Dave Bevans’ meadow. The Run starts at 10:00am and the cost is $10/ hand. A delicious country breakfast will be available at the WI Hall (#2117 Route 820) starting at 8:00am. – $6/plate. Barbeque available, for purchase, on the trail. All safety equipment is mandatory. For further information, please contact Wendy McGee at 832-7601. 826
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Come visit the Corral! See the alpacas, goats, pigs, and all their friends.
SJ NWTF Hunting Heritage Banquet
The Saint John Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will be holding their 3rd Annual Hunting Heritage Banquet at the Hilton Trade and Convention Centre on Saturday, April 21st. The doors are set to open at 6:00pm. This is the largest conservation banquet of this type in Atlantic Canada and is not to be missed. Last year a sell-out crowd enjoyed a fabulous buffet style feast. The prize list this year includes a BRP Commander UTV, a Benelli R1 Rifle and an Excalibur Axiom Crossbow. With wild turkeys expanding their range from the state of Maine into Western NB our chapter is committed to partnering with our provincial government to see wild turkeys reintroduced into suitable habitat for the benefit of all New Brunswicker’s. This year will be critical towards the success of this endeavour and we appreciate your support. For Tickets contact: Rob Wilson, President (H) 757-8062, (C) 650-3121. 954
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Borderline Crazy Show Dates
April 14th - June 15th
Fundraising Dates Available. Call Now!
When the hottest hangout in town straddles the Canada/U.S. border, you get the best of both worlds: strong Canadian beer at weak American prices, and the hottest entertainment on either side of the line.
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Market Place Wellness Centre
Growing as a community together Market Place Wellness Center is a community Wellness Centre that is located in the Carelton Community Centre, designed to promote the health and wellness of the residents of the west side. We offer a wide variety of programs (most of which are free) and new programs are always in the works. Stop by and see us if you have any questions on programs call 674-4335. Specimen Collection - Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:30am-2:30pm by appointment only, please call 648-6681. Food Bank - Tuesdays & Fridays 1:00-3:00pm. Art for Seniors – Thursdays 1:00-3:00pm. Monthly Foot Care Clinic – every 3rd Wednesday, by appointment 657-2273. Are you over 50 and want to be more active? Join our free classes - Tuesdays from 10:00-11:00am at the Hope Centre and Fridays from 2:00-3:00pm at the Carleton Community Centre. No charge. Food Purchase Club - for more information call West-674-4335. One change (old North End) - 635-2035, Crescent Valley - 6938513, St. Joseph’s Community Health Centre - 632-5537 West Side Community Kitchen Program – free. Social Development worker on site to answer questions, Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-3:00pm. 720
Reminder: Auxiliary meeting
The Rocmaura Auxiliary will be holding their next meeting on Thursday, April 12th at 4:00pm in the Boardroom of Rocmaura Nursing Home. 601
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If your dog is scratching, and doesn't have fleas, it's probably the food he’s eating... Dry, flakey, itchy skin & a dull coat are usually a sign of feeding low end super market food with pretty packaging. Corn, wheat and soy are cheap fillers that can cause allergies in your pet. Poultry by-products are rendered parts of the slaughtered carcasses of poultry such as necks, feet, intestines etc. You'll feed less premium food than super market food resulting in much less stool. Most supermarkets brands use artificial colours, flavors and preservatives, by-products and cheap fillers.
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The Saint John Y will be offering a Wilderness First Aid Course on May 4th-6th at Camp Glenburn (311 Route 850, Kingston). This 20-hour course is invaluable for people who enjoy recreation opportunities in the great outdoors; including snowmobiling, hunting and touring on all-terrain vehicles. The course covers material in Standard First Aid & CPR, plus special content and techniques for wilderness and remote areas as well as strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours. To reserve your spot in the course ($275+ tax, room and board included) or for more information please call 646-2104 or email: glenburn@saintjohny.com. The Saint John Y is a charity, open to all, dedicated to providing programs and services to help individuals, families and communities grow and develop in spirit, mind and body. 817
Get ready to SHOP!
The Ladies In Fellowship Together is hosting a Vendor’s Market on Saturday, April 28th from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 668 Manawagonish Road, Saint John West. This will be great opportunity to get your Mother’s Day shopping done, treat yourself, or treat that special someone. Admission at the door - $2/adults, children get in for free. Everyone Welcome! 735
ANTI-BULLYING SUPPORT
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ON OUR COVER MARCH “PIC OF THE MONTH”
Congratulations to Rebecca Mallet from Rothesay who submitted this photo of a Peacock at Cherry Brook Zoo, determined to show off his beautiful tail feathers. Jessica has won a voucher to a local Subway for a foot long meal deal. 823
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ATTENTION AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS This could be your chance to ‘click’ and ‘win’. Have you taken that ‘nearly perfect’ photo – well, send it to us – it could be chosen as Ossekeag Publishing’s “Pic of the Month”, sponsored by participating Subway locations. The first of each month we will be choosing one photo, from those submitted during the previous month, to be our “Pic of the Month” and the winner will receive a voucher for a Footlong meal deal from participating Subway locations. Please visit our website (ossekeag.ca) for complete contest info and rules. Submission of photos authorizes Ossekeag Publishing the right to print and display your photo (with photographer credit) in any of our four publications, our yearly calendar, website and Facebook group. If no photo of suitable quality is submitted, judges can elect to choose no winner for that month. 821
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Spring Fling at St. Pat’s
Saint Patrick School’s Shamrock Volunteers are please to host the first annual Spring Fling Community Carnival on Friday, April 27th from 4:00-7:00pm. Bring the family out for a freshly BBQ’d hamburger/hotdog and try your hand at some traditional and not so traditional carnival games - cross your fingers and you may even win a prize or two. Face painting for the kids and a mock jail staffed by real lawmen are just a couple of the things planned. This event will be held rain or shine at Saint Patrick’s School, 172 City Line. All funds raised are in support of an outdoor classroom and green space project planned for the children of St Pat’s. 736
Reminder: HVHS production
Harbour View High School presents Phantom of the Opera at the Imperial Theatre from Thursday, April 26th until Saturday, April 28th at 7:30pm and a Saturday matinee at 1:00pm. This popular musical is a tale of love, lust and desire. The tickets are $20 and $25 for and can be purchased at the Imperial Theatre box office by calling 674-4100 or online at imperialtheatre.nb.ca. 722
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Sophia Recovery centre
Saturday April 14th 10am-2pm Westfield Elementary School
Free Admittance Games and Prizes, Small Canteen,
Tickets sold at the door.
Tickets .50 cents each and can be used for everything, games and food!
Are you female and needing help to deal with your addiction? Sophia Recovery Centre is a non-residential facility for female youth and women recovering from addiction. Our centre is the only one of its kind in NB. It’s a safe place for all women and offers a 12-step spiritualitybased program of recovery, professional counseling and many other services. There are no waiting lists and all services are free of charge. Our mission at Sophia Recovery Centre is to help you overcome your difficulties and get your life back. We look forward to speaking with you (633-8783), and/or you can attend our regular women’s only open AA meetings on Wednesdays at 7:00pm and Alanon meetings Saturdays at 10:30am (83 Hazen Street, Saint John). Check out our website or email us at : info@ sophiarecoverycentre.com. Join us on Facebook. 834
crime Stoppers Bulletin
Between March 10th at 11:59pm and March 11th at 1:30pm a warming shack off of the Queens Ridge Road on Trail 32 was burnt by unknown culprit(s). It is believed to be an arson. If you have information on these, or any other crimes, contact Grand Bay-Westfield RCMP Detachment at 757-1020 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or the seizure of illicit drugs, you could be eligible for a cash award. 707
MARCO POLO QUILTERS’ GUILD
The Marco Polo Quilters Guild welcomes all those interested in quilting whether they are beginners or experienced quilters. Join us at St. Columba Church on the first Wednesday of every month from 7:00-9:00pm and every Thursday from 10:00am2:00pm. Come and enjoy the fellowship of quilting. Bring a friend, enjoy the programs, take a workshop, learn a most enjoyable and time-honoured skill. For further information contact: Sandra Betts 672-4636, sgbetts@nbnet.nb.ca or Norah Sullivan-O’Toole 674-1639, mnorahsullivan@hotmail.com. 728
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2012 KIRKPATRICK REUNION
The 2012 Kirkpatrick Reunion will be held August 10th, 11th & 12th at the Patterson Historical Grounds. Mark your calendars now. The planning committee has been meeting and plans are now underway for this event. We need volunteers to help with this event. Also, as this will be a large gathering, we are looking for potential interest in local bed and breakfasts and use of trailers/campers. If you can help in anyway and or need more information about volunteering and local bed and breakfasts, etc., please contact Doreen Cross at email below or Gail Willis gwillis@nbnet.nb.ca. To keep people updated, Doreen Cross, chairperson, will be sending information out from time to time by email. Thank you to those you have replied to our previous request on supplying your email address to Doreen. If you have not responded and if you are a descendant and have an email address or if you have changed your email, please send your email address to doreencross@rogers.com so she can continue to update the distribution list. 829
Concert for Hospital Chaplaincy
Gift of life “walk”
The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Saint John Chapter, invites you to participate in the Give the Gift of Life Walk which will beheld on Saturday, April 28th from Wentworth Place (215 Wentworth Street, SJ). Local and provincial prizes to be won. Register and collect pledges online at – kidney. ca/nbpei - or call the Kidney Foundation office at 634-0519.
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SJ Ladies Softball League
There will be a Gospel Concert in support of the Saint John Baptist Hospital Chaplaincy at Forest Hills Baptist Church (36 Mountain Road, Saint John) on Sunday, April 22nd at 6:30 pm featuring the Forest Hills Baptist Church Worship Team, Treble Clef Singers, Tracy Friars, Harry Brittain and Grant Alcorn. Light refreshments will be served. A free will offering will be received for the ministry of the Chaplaincy. 913
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Seniors’ wellness fair
The 12th Annual Senior Wellness Fair will be held on Friday, April 20th from 12:30-3:30pm at the Loch Lomond Villa, Simonds Lions Auditorium. Learn about safe & healthy living from over 30 exhibitors. Free admission, parking, refreshments, & door prizes. Call 648-6056 for more information. Everyone welcome. 925
Looking to have some fun and get some exercise this summer? The Saint John Ladies Softball League is looking for players 16 years of age and older. We start at the end of May and are a whip and orthodox pitch league which is looking to grow. If you are interested please contact Sam or Melissa at saintjohnladiessoftball@hotmail.com, or phone Melissa at 7382772 by May 31st. We would love to have you join us and look forward to hearing from you. 932
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Attention Nature Lovers!
If you have an interest in wild birds, mammals, fish, wildflowers, geology, astronomy or any other aspect of our natural world, why not consider attending a meeting of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club (SJNC) or taking part in our diverse selection of workshops and field trips. The meetings take place on the second Monday of each month at the NB Museum at Market Square beginning at 7:30pm and feature fascinating presentations. On April 14th, Jim Wilson will lead a half-day field trip in search of early spring migrants in the Saint John area. The April 16th meeting (a week later than usual) will include a presentation by Paula Noel of The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) who will provide an introduction to some of the incredible protected places around our province. On April 28th, Paul Mansz will lead an outing to the Jemseg area to experience the rich diversity of bird, amphibian, plant and insect life in that area. There is no need to be a member - all SJNC meetings, workshops and outings are open to one-and-all. For more information, contact Hank Scarth at 216-0624 or visit saintjohnnaturalistsclub. org. 927
ATV Riders
The Grand Bay-Westfield ATV Riders regular monthly meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Grand Bay Centrum at 7:00pm. For Club information please contact 7578787 or visit the website at grandbay-westfieldatvriders.ca. New members always welcome. 724
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John is pleased to announce that Susan Brillant has won the Early Bird Fundraising Draw for Bowl For Kids Sake. Through a partnership with WestJet, Susan has won one WestJet voucher for two to any scheduled WestJet destination! Susan is not just a bowler but has also been a Big Sister to Little Sister Josie for almost seven years! The contest was held from January 12th until February 17th, for Bowl For Kids Sake online fundraisers. For every $50 that participants raised between this time, their name was entered into a draw for the chance to win one return trip for two to any scheduled WestJet destination. The contest was held to create awareness around Bowl For Kids Sake and to promote early registration and fundraising. Bowl For Kids Sake is happening in Saint John on April 18th & 21st. Call 635-1145 to register your team today! 936
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BAYSWATER - SUMMERVILLE LONG REACH - WESTFIELD Minister: Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Stevenson Church Office: 757-2201 www.2riversunited.com
Westfield United Church Worship Service - 11:00 am Sunday School - 10:45 am Youth Group - check our website and Facebook Kingston Peninsula Worship Service - 9:30 am Long Reach United Church - April 15 & April 29 Summerville United Church - April 22 & May 6 WesTides - April 10, 2012
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Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Nominations Nominations will cease April 20th
On February 6, 2012 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II marked the 60th anniversary of the accession to the Throne. In celebration of Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee a commemorative medal has been created. Medals will be presented to worthy recipients of the Electoral District of Saint John in recognition of their service, contributions and achievements.
Categories: ◆ Veterans/Military
◆ Community Service
◆ Education /Health
◆ Sport
◆ Business
◆ Youth
Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this honour a person... ◆ Must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, but need
not necessarily reside in Canada.
◆ Must have made a significant contribution to a particular province, territory,
region or community within Canada, or an achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada; and
◆ Must be alive on February 6, 2012, the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the Throne. The medal can be awarded posthumously, as long as the recipient was alive on that date.
For Nomination applications visit www.rodneyweston.ca or you may pick up the applications at 90 King Street, Saint John, or you may call for an application to be mailed out to you by calling 657-2500
❦ MP Rodney Weston 90 King Street, Saint John, NB email: westor1@parl.gc.ca 657-2500 WesTides - April 10, 2012
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MUSINGS By Debbie Hickey
MOVE IT!
I recently read an article on guidelines for physical activity levels for preschoolers that recommends 180 minutes per day of physical activity and that by age 5 they should be attaining 60 minutes of “energetic play”. Firstly, I was horrified to think that guidelines were necessary for such a thing. When my own children were preschoolers I can’t imagine lack of physical activity being an issue. They were busy, busy, busy; it was getting them to sit still for any length of time that was the challenge! And while I don’t specifically recall my own preschool days, I certainly know that as older kids my brother and I were outdoors most of the time, which would likely mean we were physically active well beyond the guidelines. Secondly, as I read on I was even more horrified to learn that young kids today are not busy at all. Rather, measurements indicate they are sedentary, basically just sitting or reclining, up to 84 per cent of their waking hours. Since most of us tend to become less physically active as we age, what does the future hold for these kids! The Town of Hampton has recently started an eight week program for a healthier Hampton - The 8 Weeks of Wellness Event. There are family walks, fun events, wellness seminars, Sunday afternoon activities in the square. There may be similar initiatives happening in other communities (I hope so), but Hampton is where I am so that is the one with which I am familiar. Those early years are when so many of our lifelong habits and lifestyle choices are established. Family and community activities such as this event are a great way to greet the Spring and make some healthy choices not just for ourselves but also for our children and grandchildren. Hope to see you out and about! 801
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