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“SENIOR” Last year I passed a birthday milestone that by every measurement known to me, qualifies me as a “Senior”. But somehow, that term just doesn’t seem suited to who I am. Yes, I am a senior member of Ossekeag Publishing. Yes, I am the senior IT person at Ossekeag Publishing. But... I have no concept of what retirement is about. I have no interest in sitting down and playing bingo. I have no idea even of what I am going to be when I grow up. I have no reason to even want to grow up. Life is grand just the way it is. Life is too busy with finalizing the redesign of our publications and the launch of a whole new Ossekeag venture to even think about picking up my knitting needles and yarn. Throw in a hundred years of work to restore our Acadian Forest and what I really need are more chainsaws, tractors, logging equipment and have absolutely no interest or time to be a senior. Just last night, “The Kid Who Lives Here With No Bedroom” challenged me to an Xbox foot race. Now at eight years old, she is a very energetic kid, but by the time I crossed the finish line ahead of her... she was covered in my dust. So what senior gets a kick out of out racing an eight year old?? Only one who has never matured or grown up!! Now to be fair, she did beat me in the soccer kick, lost in the javelin throw, beat me in bowling, lost in table tennis and surprisingly beat me in the deciding event, boxing. But it must of

been a lucky punch, because I know that I can take this kid!! So I am now setting up “The Immature Seniors Club”. It is a special club for people who can’t or won’t grow up or grow old. Yes, having a few aches and pains is okay. Yes, missing some hair is okay. Wrinkles... sure, no problem. But, you must have a real zest for life. Whatever limitations you have, can and will be overcome. Your horizons are far, far off and you live like you will still be around for another hundred years. Sure, we can admit to our mortality. We realize that we are one clogged artery away from being dead. We realize that wills and other planning needs to take place for the time when we aren't around, but then, we forget all that stuff and get on with doing stuff that is fresh, challenging and worth living for. Membership is totally free as long as long as your maturity index approximates that of elementary school. Sign up today!! 0001

Mike Completed his MBA in 1997, and has been working on a practical PhD since his wife Debbie and he started Ossekeag Publishing in 2000. He is also doing a practical degree in Restoring the Acadian Forest with a tractor and chainsaw. When Mike does come out of the trees he heads up Ossekeag’s fledgling IT department.

KVHS WINS IMPROV TOURNAMENT For the second time in as many years, Kennebecasis Valley High School will represent the New Brunswick-PEI region at the National Tournament of the Canadian Improv Games, which takes place from April 15-19 in Ottawa at the National Arts Center. To qualify, the eight-student team first had to compete in a Zone tournament, which for KVHS took place in Fredericton at FHS as part of the NB West division. Other Zones took place at Bernice McNaughton High School (NB East) and Bluefield High School (PEI). The winner of each Zone was granted a spot in the Regional Finals. The top five teams besides the winners, ranked by score from across all Zone tournaments, were given a second chance the night before the Finals in a Wildcard competition. The top two teams from this night would join the three Zone winners for a fiveteam, winner-takes-all Final. KVHS submitted two teams into competition this season, “KV Blue” and “KV White”. Last season, the KV Blue

team won the Region tournament and moved on to compete at the Nationals. At the NB West Zone tournament on January 31, KV White came in sixth and KV Blue came in second. For the White Team, the competition was over, but the Blue Team had scored high enough to qualify for the Wildcard night three weeks later in Moncton at Théâtre l’Escaouette. Determined to make up for the second place finish at Zones, KV Blue put in as much practice as possible in preparation for the Regional tournament. They won the Wildcard competition on Friday, February 21, achieving their highest scores this season. They bettered themselves yet again with a decisive finish at the Finals on Saturday, February 22, outscoring Bluefield High School, Riverview High School, and two teams from Woodstock High School. The KV Blue team now sets its sights on the National Tournament, joining 19 other regional-winning teams from across Canada. KVHS is looking to not only improve on their standings from last year, but also to make history by being the first Atlantic Canadian team to finish in the top five. 2671

UCT JACK KIDD COUNCIL POSTER CONTEST Alison Sears was the winner for the local chapter of Jack Kidd, Atlantic Region and Internationals. Alison is a grade eight student at Quispamsis Middle School. Brenda O'leary, Art Teacher QMS. 2672

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gET fRESh WITh fooD Healing Psoriasis with Food: We all know someone who suffers from psoriasis, which is a disease that causes dry, scaly patches all over the body which usually itch. Much of what I write is also true about Eczema. I have read about sufferers who have every aspect of their lives influenced by the disease and have even become suicidal. Having dry, flakey, lizard-like skin on exposed parts of your body can take away our confidence to be in public and affect our personal relationships. Since Psoriasis can also cause inflammation in the joints, many sufferers also have Psoriatic Arthritis. According to the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, the incidence of Psoriasis varies in different regions of the world, affecting about 1% of the US adult population, contrasted with 8.5% of the adult Norwegian population. Many studies have found Psoriasis to have a genetic predisposition. Since both my father and his father developed the disease in their 50's, this subject is of great interest to me. Many medical professionals will tell you that there is no cure for Psoriasis and most prescribe cortisone cream to manage the

disease. The medical consensus seems to be that cortisone should not be relied on long term because of the potential side effects. Cortisone thins your skin and suppresses your immune system. After years of use, your skin can become so thin that the cortisone can be absorbed into your bloodstream. I have read conflicting sources that claim cortisone is perfectly safe if used in moderation, while others, such as the Mayo Clinic, warn of side effects with long term use. From personal experience, I can tell you that Psoriasis does not have to continue to cause pain for so many people. When my father developed Psoriasis, he certainly was not going to settle with cortisone cream for the rest of his life. His research for a cure turned up the work of Dr. John Pagano, who is convinced that "psoriasis is the external manifestation for the body's attempt to throw off internal toxins." Pagano has found that his elimination diet can identify which foods are causing the disease. There are some foods that are common causes such as junk food, vegetables of the nightshade family

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(peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, potatoes), saturated fats, shellfish and a handful more. After watching my father's experience, I cannot say the diet is easy. Cooking was tough, his Psoriasis became worse at times; however, after over eight months his hard work seemed to all-of-a-sudden pay off. His Psoriasis went from being bad to completely gone. As my dad added foods back into his diet, brief flare-ups indicated which foods he should avoid. I know there are sufferers out there that would do anything for clear skin and I encourage you to Google search Dr. Pagano. Feel free to talk to me in the store and I can share more of what I know. 0039 Dave Wolpin is the owner of Kredl’s Corner Market in Hampton and has a deep passion for healthy eating and food awareness. You can learn more about Dave and sign up for his newsletter at www.kredls.com.

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CLOGGERS OFF TO PEI This year cloggers will be gathering in Cornwall, PEI on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00am-5:00pm at the Howard Johnson Dutch Inn. Registration starts at 8:15am. Cuers will keep all those happy feet clogging at all times. It's wonderful to be able to see people from all parts of New Brunswick and PEI. We are a non profit group who love to dance and love spending the day with others who feel the same. Admission will be $27/person including Saturday all-day clogging, lunch, morning and pm breaks - money will be going towards rental of hall and charity! Please contact me if you have any questions at: savoiepg@nb.sympatico.ca or by phone at 506-696-1844. 2674

NB SPORTS HALL OF FAME LOCAL INDUCTEE: Nancy Morrison of Quispamsis Morrison has championed fair play from the most junior leagues to the most senior ones. A gifted softball player in her youth, she continued her involvement in the sport as an umpire achieving international certification in 1998. She has officiated at five national events as umpire-in-chief, and she was selected in 2008 as an umpire for the Beijing Olympics. Morrison is a nationally certified basketball referee and volunteer athletic director at Kennebecasis Valley High School in Quispamsis. Nancy is one of six New Brunswick residents who were recently named as 2014 inductees into the NB Sp0rts Hall of Fame. The Induction Ceremony will take place at the Garcelon Civic Centre in St. Stephen on June 7. Tickets for the 45th Annual Induction

Ceremony may be purchased at the St. Stephen Town Hall or at the NB Sports Hall Of Fame, 503 Queen Street, Fredericton (453-3747). 2663

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER TAX PROGRAM The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) assists thousands of low-income Canadians each year to prepare and submit current or prior year returns. Volunteers use CRA-approved software and can submit current year returns directly over the Internet (older returns have to be printed and mailed). The program is available free of charge to single taxpayers with income under $30,000, or couples under $40,000. Volunteers do not accept returns for those who are self-employed, in bankruptcy proceedings, or just deceased. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clinic will again be held at the same location on Tuesdays from 9:00am-12:00noon and 1:00-3:00pm March 25 and each Tuesday in April. No appointments are necessary; service is on a first-come first-served basis. Clients may, if they wish, fill in an information sheet and leave their returns for completion later (normally by the next week). For a full listing of other clinics in the area (Hampton - Grand Bay), or for further information on the Volunteer Program, visit: cra-arc.gc.ca, or call tollfree 1-855-516-4405 for the Saint John area coordinator of the program. 2654

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CADETS IN KV In the KV area there are two cadets programs available to youth: #170 Raymond M. Cromwell Navy League Cadet Corps - youth ages 9-12 years. Training nights are every Monday at 6:30pm-830pm at the Fairvale Outing Association (8 River Road, Rothesay). If you would like further information, please feel free to drop by on training nights or call the Corps at 849-4678; #268 Bras d'Or Sea Cadets - youth ages

12-18 years. Training nights are every Tuesday 6:30-9:00pm at Kennebecasis Valley High School. If you would like further information, please feel free to drop by on training nights or call the Corps at 849-6801. To be a Branch member you do not have to be a cadet parent - you can be another relative, a friend, a neighbor, or an interested community member. The Branch holds monthly meeting at KVHS on the second Friday of every month (7:00pm). G006

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ROTHESAY REGIONAL POLICE NEWS “Sexting”, More than Meets the Eye: Police throughout the country are currently investigating teens and tweens for sending nude or provocative images of themselves to others. With so many of the youth carrying cell phones today it is a real concern for both police and parents. This phenomenon is known as “Sexting”. “Sexting” is defined as creating and exchanging nude or provocative sexual images of oneself using a cell phones’ built in digital camera. This is often done by teenagers and tweens. Teens are confused or conflicted about sending/ posting sexually suggestive content but will often do it anyways due to peer pressure. Most teens who send these messages are assuming that the photos will remain only with the person to whom they send it to. Teens have a sense that this is wrong and know that it could cause problems, but do they know that it is legally wrong? According to the Criminal Code of Canada, s. 163.1 (3) makes it illegal to produce and distribute child pornography. “Sexting” may be considered a crime if the persons portrayed are minors. The Criminal Code of Canada defines child pornography as: “A photographic, film, video or other visual representation, whether or not it was made by electronic or mechanical means, that shows a person who is or is depicted as being under the age of 18 years.” This is becoming a widespread problem in middle and high schools. Many of these youth are not aware that this is a crime. “Sexting” is a crime. It is producing and distributing child pornography, even if it is their own body they are photographing. A great majority of the young people have no idea that their “sexting” is technically child pornography. Police, schools and parents need to educate youth about the dangers and potential legal consequences of “sexting”. “Sexting” Safety Tips: Talk to your kids about “sexting”; Explain the consequences of “sexting”; Make sure your kids understand that photos that are sent over the internet or on their cell phones are not truly private or anonymous; Know who your kids are communicating with on the internet and with their cell phones. Members of “D” Platoon. 0031

ASk ThE ChEf Colin Sifton from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with the answer to a great question about spices. I often get asked the question of what herbs you should have on hand at home? It is a hard thing to answer. Each person is very different and their palette is as well. We have certain rules that we use when first starting to cook, but then after playing with the different flavours we come up with what pleases us. The four most common herbs that you should find in most kitchens are; basil, thyme, rosemary and oregano. Some are best when fresh and others are easier to control when dried. Basil is always better fresh. I use it mainly in vegetable pasta sauces, some salads and is the main ingredient in pesto. Dried basil is alright, but you will find the flavour not as strong and a little more sweet than fresh. Thyme is good both dried or fresh. Fresh is not as strong as dried. I use thyme with poultry, in salad dressings and flavouring

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soups. There are many different varieties of thyme so if you do not like one, try a different one. Rosemary is always better fresh than dried. It has a better flavour and is not as hard. I use rosemary with beef, lamb, game meat, in brown sauces, in salad dressing and in marinades. A flavour that is hard to miss, rosemary in mushroom soup just seems to complete it. Oregano is an herb that is always better dried than fresh. The only reason I say that is because fresh oregano is hard to control, where dried is very easy to control. I use oregano in Mediterranean cooking, pasta sauces, salad dressing and many marinades. Spaghetti sauce in my opinion should only be made with oregano and bay leaf. Other things I wanted to mention is when using herbs, keep it simple. Don’t just throw different herbs in a sauce in hopes that it will taste good because it will not. All the herbs have different aromatic flavours and very distinctive in flavour.

By adding too much will confuse your palette. One taste may be good, but after a few more bites you will be turned off and your meal will go to waste. Another great thing about herbs is that some will keep bugs away. Lavender, lemon balm, rosemary and other herbs are often deterrents to different bugs, mosquitos, flies and spiders. Having these herbs fresh in your home or in your yard can keep these pests away. 0040

Colin Sifton is the owner and Chef at Holly’s restaurant in Hampton. He has been a chef for over 20 years. If you have a question about food or food preparation you’d like Colin to answer, send it in to editorial@ossekeag.ca

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March 18th - March 31st, 2014

WhAT’S hAPPENINg Wednesday, March 19 Sussex Farmers’ Market Co-Op Ltd will be holding their AGM at 7:30pm in the board room of the Department of Agriculture on Magnolia Avenue in Sussex. Please use entrance off the back parking lot. Thursday, March 20 Dementia Support Group - a community group for families of those afflicted with dementia or Alzheimer's, every third Thursday, 10:00am at the qplex in Quispamsis. All are welcome. Saturday, March 22 Kings County Historical & Archival Society Inc meeting, 2:00pm at St. John’s United Church Hall in Sussex Corner. Briand and Libby Cassidy will speak on the families of Cassidy Lake. All are welcome. Singles & Friends Dance with “N + C Country” at the RCL Branch #69 (Wilson Street West) from 9:00pm-12:00midnight. Doors open at 8:00, admission $6. This dance is open to both singles and married

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people. See our dance schedule at: singlesandfriends.ca. Tuesday, March 25 Sussex Art Club Meeting 7:00pm at St. Paul’s United Church Hall (4 Morrison Avenue). All who are interested in art are welcome. Wednesday, March 26 NB Genealogical Society (SJ Branch) meeting, 7:00pm in the Multipurpose Room of the SJ Free Public LIbrary. Program will be “Navigating the New NBGS Website” by Don Doherty, NBGS VP and website creator. All guests are welcome. Thursday, March 27 Seniors Lunch at St. Augustine’s Church (corner of Quispamsis & Pettingill Roads) at 12:00noon. Free-will offering accepted for the meal (meatloaf, dessert & beverage). Next meal on April 24. Saturday, March 29 Casserole Supper at the Salina Kirk

United Church (2124 Rte 860) in Salt Springs from 4:00-6:00pm. Casseroles (beans, scallop etc), rolls and desserts. $4/children 6-12; $8/adults; $20/family; children under 6 eat for free. April 1 & 2 Villa Madonna, Rothesay is hosting two one-day workshops - “Strengthen Your Non-Profit” with Susan Howlett. Cost is $200/day or $350 for both. Accommodations/dinner available. For more information/registration forms email: villamadonna@nb.aibn.com; villa. admin@nb.aibn.com or phone 849-5125, 1-866-783-3300. Saturday, April 5 Simonds Lions’ Caledonian Pipe Band’s 2nd Annual “Tartan Day Ceilidh” starting at 7:00pm at Lions’ Auditorium (Loch Lomond Road). Celebrate Scottish culture: Pipe band, highland dancing, singsong, silent auction, food. For tickets ($15) contact 696-4253 or visit website: slcpb.ca.

WhAT’S hAPPENINg Quispamsis Lions’ Pancake Breakfast from 9:00-11:00am at the Quispamsis Lions club. $6/person, family rate available. Tuesday April 8 East Well, Be Active Six-Week Program begins at 6:30pm in the Jubilee Hall, Parkland in the Valley (19 Shannex Drive). Learn how to adopt healthier eating habits and become more physically active. To register for this free program please visit: eatwellbeactive.ca or contact the Canadian Cancer Society at 634-6272. Seating is limited. Wednesday, April 9 The Rothesay Kings Rotary Club is hosting a fun evening with ‘Jimmy The Janitor’ at the qplex. Doors open at 7:30, showtime 8:00pm. Appetizer buffet included. Tickets ($50) available by calling 651-8676, Higgins Insurance (28 Pettingill Road), Scholten’s (511 Somerset St & 835 Loch Lomond Road). This event is in support of local Rotary Club projects.

Thursday, April 10 The Sussex Farmers’ Market vendor’s meeting, 7:30pm at the Dept of Agriculture building (Magnolia Avenue, Sussex), use entrance of back parking lot. For more info: 433-1211 or email sussexmarketmanager@gmail.com. April 14-16 “Holy Week Retreat” with facilitator Diarmuid O’Murchu (theme Contemporary Spirituality and the Paschal Journey) at the Villa Madonna. $230/ single, $410/double (accommodation and meals). For more information or to register contact Villa Madonna at 8495125 or visit: villamadonna.ca (click on programs). Thursday, April 24 SJ Regional Hospital Auxiliary’s 95th Annual Meeting 12:00noon at St. Mark’s United Church (50 Dexter Drive, SJ West). Lunch $10/person. RSVP by April 14 - email: auxil@HorizonNB.ca or 6486292.

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FAIRVALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS 8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066 The Fairvale Outing Association is a non-profit organization available for rentals for weddings, showers, parties and other community events. Home cooked catering is also available. The hall is also available for benefits at no cost. To inquire about our new lower rates, please contact Jeanie at 847-8332. Sundays: General Meetings are held the

first Sunday of the month at 6:00pm. Tuesdays: Starlight Promenaders Square Dance Club meets 7:30-10:00pm. For more info contact Pat & Jim McLean at 763-2634. Wednesdays: T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a weight loss support group which meets from 6:00-7:30pm. New members are welcome. For more information contact Brenda - bennyl@ nb.sympatico.ca or 653-7585. Wednesdays - 7:30pm, Crib, everyone welcome. For more info contact Sam

Gauvin at 847-8261. Thursdays: Bingo, doors open at 6:00 and games begin at 6:55pm. Regular games, specials, early games, building jackpots for Bonanza; Lucky 7; Pyramid; and Treasure Chest games. For more information please contact Margaret Chambers at 849-6980. For Memberships contact Paula Patterson at 849-9757. Memberships are also available on Thursdays at Bingo canteen or at the bar when it is open for an event. New members and volunteers are always welcome. Saturday, May 10 - 8:00am-1:00pm, Flea Market. To rent a table ($10), contact Jeanie at 847-8322. 0035

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We are excited to be taking on the Mud Hero 2014 challenge this year in honour and support of a very good friend and amazing young woman, wife and mother of two young children from Hampton who is valiantly fighting her own battle with cancer. We are pledging to raise at least $3,500 for this amazing cause and we are hoping that, with your help, we can meet and exceed this amount. All monies raised will go towards the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute. BHCRI was created in 2009 to foster a more powerful and productive cancer research effort in Atlantic Canada, and they need our help. We have a number of ways in which you can support us and BHCRI: We will be holding a silent auction from March 27-30 via our Gale Force Girls Facebook page: facebook.com/GaleForceGirls. Be sure to “Like “ our page so you won’t miss out on a minute of this awesome auction; We are doing a penny drive; We are selling Gale Force Girls t-shirts (made by local company) for $16 with $4 from each t-shirt going directly towards our fundraising account; We have an official fundraising page where you can go to make a monetary donation: gifttool.com/ athon/OurTeamPage?ID=2100&AID=25 52&TID=17375 and click the name of the person you would like to support to see their personal fundraising page and make a donation; Beginning in April we will be holding an Epicure fundraiser. Thank you in advance for your generosity and helping us support BHCRI and honour our very dear friend! The Gale Force Girls (Shelly, Melissa & Suzanne). 2665

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Up, Up & Away by Ellen Tucker River Cruise Line Differences – Be Careful: River cruises in Europe are so popular that the prime dates in September and October sell out almost a year in advance. So why are they so popular? I can sum it up in one word, “comfort”. Without question, the ease of leisurely sailing to many of the iconic cities of Europe, through inspiring scenery whilst enjoying delicious cuisine of the region in luxurious accommodations is the major factor. All that along with the fact the long ship carry only 120 to about 180 passengers. There are no crowds, no long buffet lines, it’s all easy. Each stop brings you into a city or town and there are informative excursions offered to allow you to become familiar with the history and culture of each place. And guess what, these excursions are free! It’s good to do an excursion in the morning, become familiar with the lay of the land and then go exploring on your own in the afternoon. All the river cruise lines are good but there are differences of which you should be aware before you choose the one for you. It’s not as easy as just comparing the pricing, because what’s included varies.

When you use the counsel of a professional travel consultant who is familiar with all the lines, that consultant can sum up the pros and cons of each. You can then make an informed decision as to what one is right for you. Some lines include everything, all beverages, all gratuities both to local tour guides and the shipboard gratuities. Some even include unique dining experiences on land like one with a Prince at his castle on Tauck. Some lines are focused on great cuisine and even include lunch at the restaurant of renowned chef, Paul Bocuse in Lyon like A-Rosa. Lunch at this Michelin 3 star restaurant would set you back at least $300 per person and it’s included. The other factor to consider is the size of the rooms onboard. Some are much smaller than others, but I will say they are all very comfortable and well-designed. As to what to choose for cabin position on the ship, it depends on you. The least expensive cabins are on the lowest deck and sometime when ballast is added to lower the ship for going under bridges,

part of the window may actually be underwater. If that is not a bother to you, then those rooms are fine. Remember you spend very little time in the room, you’ll be outside as much as possible watching the scenery and enjoying the company of fellow guests. Another consideration is the layout of the ship. If you like al fresco dining, make sure you chose a line that offers it. Otherwise all your meals must be taken inside. If you like to have the use of bicycles so you can go on guided cycling excursions or even explore on your own, make sure the line you choose offers complimentary bicycles. I’ve only touched on some of the differences, so before you make that big decision make sure you have all the facts. Happy travelling, Ellen Tucker 0043 Ellen Tucker is the owner and president of Freedom Tours. She has over twenty years experience in the travel industry. You can also listen to Ellen talk about travel on CBC 91.3 fm

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LISTEN IN by Jeﬀ liberty The Sweet Sound of Freedom So I was sitting at my desk sort of organizing my week’s work, while I wasted a bit of time on Facebook. Being trapped on Facebook at times can be a paralyzing exercise where time disappears, it’s a black hole where you remain soulless until you’re liberated by its death grip. All of a sudden I see a post about a new song entitled “Freedom” by a local singer/ songwriter Gordi Munro. I’m obviously drawn to the Title “Freedom” for obvious reasons. (See my Surname) Curiosity had me click on the link to have a listen. I am finally (for who knows how long?) relieved of Facebook’s spell! The song starts off soft and sparse, with a lone piano followed by the smooth, rich voice of Gordi, as it seamlessly glides over top the instrumentation igniting a burst of warm sunshine pushing the dark clouds away. It’s a powerful, beautiful and uplifting piece of music! It reminds me in voice and feel of the late/great Ray Charles' interpretation of his hit “Georgia on My Mind” (From the 1960 album; The Genius Hits the Road) that was written

in 1930 by Hoagy Carmichael and Stuart Gorrell. With a smattering and spirit reminiscent of the 1982 Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes duet “Up Where We Belong” from the soundtrack for the movie “An Officer and a Gentleman”. I contact Gordi and set up a time to meet up and have a chat about the song. I make my way to the City Market where I stop for lunch at Slocum & Ferris (love that place!) and wait for Gordi. We hit it off, instantly mentioning mutual people we know in the biz. I express my enthusiasm for the song and its universal message. “Freedom is whatever you want it to be”, Gordi says. He tells me that song was written and recorded in just one fluid take, without any predetermined thought to either music or lyrics.” My writing partner, Armand AJ Dionne Jr., wanted to test out his new microphone.” Gordi laughs in explaining how they initiated the track. After just under three minutes of inspiration and spontaneity, the song “Freedom” was born! Gordi grew up in Halifax and his heritage harks back to that of the early Africans

and Mi'kmaq First Nations. Gordi refers to himself as “Africadian.” This terminology was created by Canadian poet and playwright George Elliott Clarke (check out Wikipedia). “I came to the Saint John area to do some promotional stuff with a friend”, Gordi responded when asked how he came to move to our fair community. Gordi is currently working on his third album, “Time is the Healer”, while promoting the new single “Freedom”. The song is also in the CBC Searchlight contest so you can help out Gordi by voting for the song. All while supporting great independent music from New Brunswick. Find Gordi online at gordimonro. com. 0041 Jeff Liberty has been in the music business for over 20 years. Listen to his show “Take Liberty” on CBC 91.3 FM and follow him on twitter @jlibertyartists.

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from the Archives Sussex Agricultural Museum One Lung Engines - A Revolution in Power Near the turn of the last century one lung engines became a viable form of power used on farms. When horsepower wasn’t enough or wasn’t available one lung engines were used to provide mechanical energy to farm tools. Everything from butter churns, draw saws, and water pumps could be connected to a one lung engine through belts, gears, and shafts. One lung engines, are also commonly known as ‘hit-and-miss’ engines because of how they ran. Unlike modern engines that run smooth and consistently, one lung engines only fired when the speed dropped below a certain point. The engine’s heavy flywheels keep the engine spinning between firing cycles. This resulted in a distinctive sound of “POP, whoosh, whoosh, whoosh, POP” while the engine was running. Backfires were common but for their time these engines were incredibly powerful. They could run gasoline, kerosene, or diesel. Some people would start the engine with gasoline and

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switch to the cheaper kerosene or diesel once the engine was running. Amanco produced a 2½ HP engine that they called a “Hired Man”. Using one lung engines allowed farmers to accomplish more work in shorter periods of time. They ushered in a new era of how work was performed on a farm. In the 1930’s their popularity began to die off as

by Caleb burns newer, lighter, more reliable engines began to hit the market. By the 1940’s production of one lung engines virtually ceased altogether. But, if you want to see one you can always visit the Sussex Agricultural Museum, they have a few tucked away with other treasures from the past. If you go during harvest days you might even get to hear one run. 00046

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Life Is Better With Friends. Are you a newcomer to Saint John? Are you looking to meet new people and find interesting things to do? The Saint John Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers is a club for women who have moved to the Greater Saint John and Kennebecasis Valley area in the past two years. We meet for coffee, lunch, dinner, Bridge, book club, moms and tots, walking, skiing, and various other events. Get in touch…meet other “newcomers” to the Greater Saint John area If you would like to join, e-mail us at sjkvnewcomersclub@gmail.com. For more information go to our blog at sjkvnewcomers.blogspot.com. G37

QUISPAMSIS SENIORS The Quispamsis Seniors group (60 plus) meets every Thursday 1:30pm at the Civic Centre for a short meeting and then crib/ auction 45’s; followed by a light lunch and social time. For more information please contact Ruth at 847-8752. G005

1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, 849-5314 All are welcome to attend the library’s upcoming Adventures of Elephant and Piggie puppet show on Friday, March 21 at 10:30am and 3:30pm. We hope that you enjoy the show! Back by popular demand: Free Professional Development Series. Let us help you gain the skills you need to write a convincing cover letter and resume, and to deliver an impressive interview sure to get you the job! Tuesday, April 1 from 12:00-1:00pm, Resumes and Cover Letters 101 for Adults; Tuesday, April 8 from 12:00-1:00pm, Interview Skills 101 for Adults; Tuesday, April 22 from 4:00-5:00pm, Resumes and Cover Letters for Teens; Tuesday, April 29 from 4:005:00pm, Interview Skills 101 for Teens. New in April, Wednesdays, April 9-30 from 10:30am-12:00pm: eReading Made Easy - Bring your personal eReader to one of our group workshops and we’ll help you get set-up to borrow from the Library’s electronic collection. We promise to do our best to find answers to all of your eReader questions!

Iris Bettle 90 year Birthday Fred (Norm) Saunders 85 year Birthday Fred & Mary’s 60th Anniversary

At the Q-Plex 2-4pm on March 22 Best wishes only!

No cards, No gifts. “Sign the Guestbook” A donation for the foodbank if you wish Registration for these programs is free and required due to limited seating. Please call 849-5314 to register. Our friendly library staff is available to answer any questions you may have regarding this program or other services available to you at your Library. Please call or visit us today. 0018

CRoSSWoRD 18. Used of one who is overly conceited 20. Official document seal 22. Flight to avoid arrest 23. Records the brain’s electric currents 24. NW Swiss city ___-Stadt 26. Slovenly persons 29. Hit lightly 30. Favoring social equality 35. A metal-bearing mineral 36. Tennis barrier 37. Women’s undergarment 38. Psychic object movement 44. An easy return in a high arc 45. More dried-up 46. Tears down (alt. sp.) 48. Military mailbox 49. Suffix for similar 50. Washbowls 53. Melanie Wilkes’ husband 56. Late Show’s Letterman 57. Reproduction of a form 59. Mild yellow Dutch cheese 61. Affirmative votes 62. Gives over 63. Pins 64. 1776 female decendant’s org. 65. A lump of gum 66. Pen point

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6. “Serpico” author Peter 7. A speed competition 8. A minute amount (Scott.) 9. Not new 11. Jailhouses 12. Eggnog spice 13. Most slick 14. 3rd largest city in Maine 19. An account of incidents or events 21. NYC’s Insatiable Critic Greene 24. Uncovers 25. White aspen 27. Sacred Christian book 28. Gallipoli gulf 29. A tiny round mark 31. NY Times writer Crittenden 32. Side sheltered from the wind 33. Belonging to a thing 34. Catch in wrongdoing 39. Removes pencil marks 40. Cap with a flat circular top & visor 41. Humorously sarcastic 42. Iridaceous plants 43. A ribbon belt 47. Traipse 50. Common Indian weaverbird 51. Affirm positively 52. Smallest merganser 53. Advanced in years 54. Adam and Eve’s garden 55. A sharply directional antenna 56. Father 58. Dentist’s group 60. Mutual savings bank

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FES POSTER CONTEST WINNERS Students aged eight to eleven at Fairvale Elementary School participated in the Fr. M.A. Harris Knights of Columbus Council 6766 “Alcohol Abuse” and “Substance Abuse” poster contest. 2666 Substance Abuse (l-r): 1st place, Anna Marie Salamone; 2nd place, Kate Mc Coy & 3rd place, Jill McGuire. Back row Knights of Columbus Alcohol & Substance Abuse Chairman Normand LeBlanc.

Alcohol Abuse (l-r): 1st place winner, Summer Carroll; 2nd place Sarah Mew & 3rd place Cade Nadeau. Back row, Knights of Columbus Alcohol & Substance Abuse Chairman, Normand LeBlanc.

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LES POSTER CONTEST WINNERS Students aged eight to eleven at Lakefield Elementary School participated in the Fr. M.A. Harris Knights of Columbus Council 6766 “Alcohol Abuse” and “Substance Abuse”poster contest. 2667

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Substance Abuse (l-r): 1st place winner Bradley Gallant; KOC Alcohol & Substance Abuse Poster Contest Chairman, Normand LeBlanc; 2nd place Kate Lee & 3rd place Jamie Barret.

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The Only Fun The only fun is a boy’s fun With or without a care Who cares if the days go flying by He always has one to spare. The world is a young man’s apple, This is so very true; And when he’s offered one thing, He always yearns for two. I mean these things I say For he thinks he owns the world; And it’s so true - the world is his I know - ‘cause I was a boy one day.

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The Kings County Museum is developing a new exhibit in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the beginning of World War I and as part of the activities, the museum is running a writing contest. We are asking entrants to share stories of the impact of WWI and/or WWII within their own family: Did your family send a soldier to the front lines?; Was there a nursing sister who went overseas to provide aid?; How was life on the family farm changed during or after the war years? Write your family’s story (maximum two pages in length) for a chance to win! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 entries: $100 for first place $ 50 for second place $ 25 for third place. All contest entries will be included in a memory book which will be displayed in this summer’s museum exhibit. Entries must include name and contact phone number. The deadline for submissions is Monday, May 5. Winners will be announced at the exhibit opening on Saturday, June 14. Please mail entries to: Kings County Museum, P.O. BOX 1813, 27 Centennial Road, Hampton E5N 6N3 or by email to: kingscm@nbnet. nb.ca. 2677

The Breast Health Program in conjunction with Horizon Health network are providing free breast health awareness sessions for groups, individuals and workplaces. For more information call Christina Milne Breast Health Educator 632-5796 or email - christina.milne@ horizonnb.ca. G053

RHS “NIGHT AT THE RACES” FUNDRAISER Rothesay High School Interact Club presents “A Night at the Races”, on Saturday, April 5 in support of a student lead initiative to build a school in the Dominican Republic. Horse racing, complimentary apps, fun, live and silent auctions. Fun begins at 7:00pm at RHS. Tickets only $20. Call 847-6204 for details. 2681

ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS! If you have an interest in wild birds, mammals, fish, amphibians, wildflowers, geology, 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 Monday, April 14 Club meeting beginning at 7:00pm at the NB Museum in Market Square features Jim Goltz, who will introduce us to the province’s Spring Wildflowers. Jim Wilson will lead a field trip to seek out Early Spring Migrants on Saturday, April 12 and on Saturday, May 3 Paul Mansz will lead a trip to the Jemseg area for Waterfowl and Spring Migrants. On Saturday, May 10 Jim Wilson will lead a Warbler Identification Workshop at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre. As seats are limited for this workshop, please pre-register with Joanne Savage by calling 847-4245 or emailing her at davesavage@ rogers.com. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club, members or not. For more information on the upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visi: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org and follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567

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QUISPAMSIS COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Did you know that the Search Institute has identified Adult Role Models as one of the 40 building blocks of healthy development that help young people grow up healthy, caring and responsible? Visit: search-institute.org/assets for more information on the 40 Developmental Assets. Nominate an Outstanding Volunteer: Do you know someone in Quispamsis who should be recognized for their outstanding volunteer efforts? If so, nominate them for the 2014 Volunteer Recognition Award. These unique individuals will be honoured at a special presentation by Mayor and Council on April 15. Recipients will be presented a certificate and small token of appreciation from the Town. Nomination forms are available at the Town Hall and on-line at: quispamsis.ca . Submissions accepted until Thursday, March 20. Up-coming: Some additional items

for your calendar: April 16 – Blood Donor Clinic at the qplex; April 17 – Community Spring Expo at the qplex; April 19 – Gigantic Easter Egg Hunt at the Arts & Culture Park; April 22 – A Cleaner, Greener Quispamsis for Earth Day. Walking/Running Routes: Challenge yourself to trying one, or all three, of our walking/running routes located in the heart of the community; beginning and ending at the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park, the 1km, 2.5km, and 5km routes were created to support residents in living a more active lifestyle. A map of the routes is located at the entrance to the park, and colour-coded arrows are placed throughout the streets to assist you in navigating the routes. Individual copies of the map are also available at the main counter at the Town Hall and on our website. Arts & Culture Park Outdoor Rink: The outdoor skating rink is open daily (weather permitting). We encourage you to wear a helmet while skating and for everyone’s safety, the use of sticks and pucks is prohibited on the ice. For current

conditions check out our on-line webcam at: quispamsis.ca/arts_culture.htm to view the skating rink, or call 849-5778. Twitter: For the latest on what’s happening at the qplex, such a public skating schedules and walking track hours, follow us on Twitter @Quispamsisqplex. Q-mail: If you would like to be added to our email list please email mlucas@ quispamsis.ca. Once added to the list you will receive emails about upcoming special events and programs. Calendar of Events: On our website is a user-friendly webcalendar, an interaction opportunity for local community groups, etc. Please feel welcome in posting your upcoming event on this Calendar of Events page. For additional information on future programs, registration forms, special events and facility bookings please visit our websites: quispamsis.ca and plex. quispamsis.ca or drop us a line at 8495778 (Town Hall) or 848-5900 (qplex). Submitted By: Megan Lucas, Program Director. 0008

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Sunday Worship 11:00 am Sunday School starts at 9:30 am Classes for all ages. Nursery Facilities Available.

St. Mark’s Catholic Church Pastor: Father Don Breen 171 Pettingill Rd., Quispamsis Phone 849-5111 Fax 849-5120 Website: www.stmarksparish.ca Email: stmarkschurch@nb.aibn.com

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Masses: Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am & 11:15am

Churches in Quispamsis Archdeacon David Barrett, Rector We welcome you to join us at:

St. Augustine’s Anglican Church 849-8464 239 Quispamsis Rd. (intersect with Pettingill Rd.) Service and Sunday School at 11:00 am Holy Trinity Anglican Church 847-0850 2 Hammond River Rd. - Sunday Service at 9:00 am Thursday Afternoon Sunday School at 4:00pm Youth Group, Bible Study/Discussion, ACW Fellowship and Community Meals

March 18th - March 31st, 2014

LEgIoNS KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay, NB E2E 5Y8, 847-5146 Branch Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:308:00pm; Friday 2:30-9:00pm; Saturday 2:00-9:00pm (2:00pm, Shuffleboard); Sundays 1:30-7:00pm (3:00pm, Shuffleboard). Lunch at the Branch - 11:30am-1:30pm, the 3rd Wednesday/month. $7/person. Next Brunch March 19, all are welcome. Thursdays - 7:00pm, Texas Hold'em Tournament, registration at 6:45pm. 30 tickets (max) available for each tournament and pre-registration tickets are available ahead of time at the Branch. Tournament cost is $20. Sundays - 10:30am-12:30pm, Brunch ($7/person). The Legion “Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday, in particular a cook on a 3-week rotational basis. Please contact the branch if you would like to volunteer.

ROTHESAY RECREATION NEWS

Friday, March 21 - 5:00-7:00pm, Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner (includes soup, homemade rolls, vegetables, condiments, dessert, tea/coffee. Cost $14/person. All welcome. Serving the Public: Catering available; facility rentals – two rooms available for functions, business and private meetings. Contact Branch for details. Veterans Need Help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment. Please note - all surviving WWII & Korean Veterans should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience. Information available could be of benefit to you. Comrade Eric Adams is the contact. Please call the Branch for further information. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/week. Anyone interested in participating can come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for additional information. Sponsored by RCL#58, proceeds go towards supporting the community and those in need. 0014

ALL SEASON TIRE SPECIAL ON SETS OF 4, TAX INCLUDED

Hunter Lake Tire

 Basement Finishing  Bathroom Renos  Flooring Installation homestar@homestarinc.ca  Kitchen Renos www.homestarinc.ca  Painting/Crackfilling  Odd Jobs & Debris Removal

847-3202

847-5423 81 Hunter Lake Road hunterlaketire.com Mon - Fri: 9-6

ALL 4 TIRES TAX IN while supply lasts entry level all seasons at super low prices when sold in sets of 4 P185/65R14 $244.08 P195/60R15 $266.68 P195/65R15 $266.68 P205/55R16 $293.80 P215/60R16 $320.92 P225/60R16 $325.44

INSTALLATION

P215/65R17 $361.60 P215/60R17 $370.64 P225/60R17 $384.20 P215/55R17 $361.60 P225/55R17 $384.20 P235/55R17 $375.17

EXTRA

P215/50R17 $406.80 P225/45R17 $384.20 P235/45R17 $406.80 P225/60R18 $452.00

CALL

847-5411

- UP TO 5 YEAR WARRANTY - FREE LIFE TIME FLAT REPAIRS - FREE LIFETIME ROTATIONS - NATIONWIDE WARRANTY - OVER 40 BRANDS OF TIRES - OVER 5000 TIRES IN STOCK AT ALL TIMES - 5 WAREHOUSES TO PICK FROM ACROSS CANADA - OVER 500,000 TIRES FROM THE WAREHOUSES - 10 YEARS SERVING SAINT JOHN AND LOWER NEW BRUNSWICK - OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK FOR INSTALLS CALL FOR STOCK - WINTER RIMS AVAILABLE IN STOCK - NITROGEN GAS AVAILABLE SNAP ON LASER BALANCER AND TIRE CHANGERS

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Rothesay Arena: Here is the public skating schedule for the 2013-2014 season (no charge). We now have public skating on Mondays & Wednesdays from 2:453:34pm: Family Skating - Sundays 3:004:00pm, Mondays & Wednesdays 2:453:45; Parent & Tot Skating - Mondays & Wednesdays 2:45-3:45pm; Parent & Tot Hockey - Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:153:15pm; Seniors’ Skating - Mondays 12:00noon-1:00pm; Seniors’ Hockey Mondays 1:15-2:15pm. Please email: KeriFlood@rothesay.ca to be added to the “Open Ice” distribution list. visit: rothesay.ca/recreation/ rothesay-arena for ice availability for private rentals. Want updates? If you would like to receive periodical emails from Rothesay Recreation with information on upcoming events please email us to get on the list! “Like” us on Facebook – facebook.com/ rothesayNB; “Follow” us on Twitter – twitter.com/rothesay_NB; Contact: Keri Flood 847-6363, KeriFlood@rothesay.ca; rothesay.ca. 0032

Let’s Make It Happen Lancaster Mall Saint John 693-4056

Mon - Fri: 9am-4pm

582 Main Street Hampton 832-2367

Wed & Fri: 9am-4pm

Linda Dempster HIS/Owner Evan Phinney B.A., M.Sc. Aud. No Delays! - Free testing with licensed audiologist today! Free in-house service for the lifetime of the hearing aid! WE WILL HONOUR ALL COMPETITORS OFFERS!!

AUTISM SUPPORT

THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION

1-866-320-8387

An Autism Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month at the H.O.P.E. Centre (new Centre attached to the St. Joseph’s Church) at 4347 Loch Lomond Road in Saint John. For more information please call 632-5695. G57

KV CAMERA CLUB All are welcome to the KVCC Kennebecasis Valley Camera Club - we meet the first Tuesday of the month from 7:30-9:00pm, September to June, at the Kennebecasis Select Funeral home, 152 Pettingill Road, Quispamsis. Meeting agenda includes guest speakers, workshops, audio visual presentations and competitions. Bring your enthusiasm and watch your photography skills grow. For more information call Karl Maskos 847-4411 or visit our website at: kvcameraclub.com. G14

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION IN KV Are you in a wheelchair and need a drive to church, to the grocery store, to the city, etc. There are now two licensed accessible taxis services in our area which are partially subsidized by the towns of Rothesay & Quispamsis. Call for a reservation: 648-8888 or 638-9223. For more information on the KV Committee for Disabled Persons visit kvcommittee.webs.com or call 849-2974. G016

OPERATION: LEAVE THE STREETS BEHIND Homeless Veterans Assistance Mission Statement:

To extend a helping hand to Veterans who are homeless or near homeless by promoting recovery oriented care and connecting them with vital human resources and social services. “A HAND UP not a HAND OUT”

ASSISTANCE PROVIDED KOC #6766 CRIBBAGE The Knights of Columbus Council #6766 will again be sponsoring a cribbage night every Thursday evening 7:30pm, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, downstairs. There will be eight games with a light lunch after the fourth game. The cost is $5 for the eight games and 50/50 tickets will be sold at $1 for one ticket or three for $2. There will be a high hand pot at $1 at players choice. Come, have fun and meet new friends. For further information, call Norm at 849-2825. G111

• Medical Needs Eligibility • Assistive Devices - Canadian • Emergency Transportation Veterans of all ages • Emergency Assistance and their families • Addiciton Programs - Commonwealth ex-service • Shelter - Allied countries ex-service • Food Ad sponsored by

Ossekeag Publishing

In Partnership with

Veterans Affairs Canada

Aciencs Combattants Canada

March 18th - March 31st, 2014

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WIN A WEEKEND GETAWAY FOR YOUR MOM

Tell us about your Mother for a chance to win a weekend getaway for your mom at Hampton Inn & Suites and dinner for two at East Side Marios!

Send in your most heartwarming story about your Mom in 250 words or less and a photo by April 14th at 5:00

The winning story & some runner-ups will be featured in our publications on April 29th and May 6th. Send your stories to: contest@ossekeag.ca Make sure your submission includes, your name & phone number, and your mom’s name. Contest rules: All submissions must be received by April 14th, 5:00pm. Ossekeag employees, contest sponsors, and their direct relations are not eligible for entry. Submission of stories authorizes Ossekeag Publishing the right to print your story and included photo in any of our four publications – The Tides, Valley Viewer, Hampton Herald and Sussex Herald, website and Facebook group and any other media channel that Ossekeag Publishing chooses to employ.