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KOC #6770 BINGO & BREAKFAST The next KOC Breakfast will be held Sunday, April 14th from 9:00am-1:00pm; adults - $7, children under 12 - $3. Proceeds from this breakfast will go to the West Side Food Bank and South End Day Care. Fridays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 7:30-10:30pm, Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dances. No dances are held on long weekends. See schedule for co-ordinators. Saturdays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bingo (none on long weekends). Help is always needed and appreciated, call Yvon Arsenault (214-0755). Activities are all held at Assumption Centre, Chapel Street West. For more information call 672-7691. 030

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SINGLES & FRIENDS DANCE Singles & Friends will be hosting a dance on Saturday, March 23rd at the Branch #69 Legion on Wilson Street West with band â&#x20AC;&#x153;Second Time Aroundâ&#x20AC;?. Doors open at 8:30pm with music playing from 9:00-12:30am. We are also pleased to announce that admission has been reduced to $6 with the co-operation of the Legion and our numbers staying strong. Dances are open to anyone over the age of 19 so gather up your friends both single and married and come socialize and dance the night away. 189

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Thursday Night Homework Help – are you in elementary or middle school and need homework help? Pre-register at the library. Blankets for Canada Society Inc: Folks who crochet or knit are welcome to join other West Branch Library patrons in making 8 x 8 squares to be sewn together to create blankets for people without shelter in the Saint John area. Stop in to find out more details or to donate yarn for this worthy cause. Uku4U: with Ann Brown, Kay MacLean & David Goss, beginner class Thursdays at 1:00pm, intermediate class Thursdays at 2:00pm. Time for Tots: for children aged 18–36 months, every Thursday at 10:30am, this ½ hour program is filled with action songs, fingerplays, music and storytelling. Story Time drop-in: for all ages consisting of stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft on Fridays at 10:30am. Pre-registration is not required. Tuesday Tea: join us the last Tuesday of the month (March 26th) at 2:00pm for tea and conversation. Family Drop-In Table: all day every day! Books, a craft, puzzles and colouring sheets organized around a different theme each week. Wednesday, March 20th – 7:00pm, Chick-Lit Book Club. Pick for the month is The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz. New members are welcome to join this outrageously fun reading group. Thursday, March 21st: 7:00pm, Mystery Book Club with selection – Mysteries by Graham Hurley. This program occurs monthly every third Thursday and new members are welcome. Saturday, March 23rd: 9:30am-4:30pm, Lego™ Saturday – imagine, build, create. Gates Computer Lab: Available to check your email, do research and use the Internet – for free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. WiFi available. Bulletin Board: Check out what is happening in your community. Works of Art: In the Gallery – paintings by Louise Stewart; In the Window – collectibles by Eric Garnett. Community Room Rental: West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities. For further information please contact us at 643-7260. Winter Hours: Monday – closed; Tuesday, Friday & Saturday - 9:00am-5:00pm; Wednesday & Thursday - 9:00am-8:30pm; Sunday – closed. 044

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CLOGGERS TO MEET IN SAINT JOHN This year cloggers will be gathering in Saint John on Saturday, May 18th from 10:00am5:00pmat the Milford Community Centre (248 Milford Road, Saint John). Three 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 loves to dance and spend the day with others who feel the same. Admission will be $10/person and canteen is available and money will be going towards rental of hall, canteen and charity! Please contact me if you have any questions at savoiepg@ nb.sympatico.ca or by phone at 506696-1844. 214

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RIVER VALLEY LIONS The River Valley Lions Club sponsors Bingo every Thursday with the doors opening at 5:30pm, quarter games start at 6:15 followed by regular games at 7:00pm – Jackpot, Cookie Jar, WTA & Lucky 7. A Door Book ($27) includes all games. Canteen is available Saturday, March 23rd – 8:30am2:30pm, Flea Market sponsored by the RV Lions. Admission $1. Tables are available for rent ($10) by calling Debby 738-3435, Wanda 757-2506, Shirley 738-8550. Space is limited so book early. Saturday, May 4th – 4:00-6:00pm, Hot & Cold Buffet sponsored by the RV Lions. The menu includes: coleslaw, Caesar & potato salad, rice, meatballs, lasagna, beans, cold cuts, rolls & desserts. Cost for the Buffet is $10/adults, $5/children 5-12, pre-schoolers eat for free. These events take place at the River Valley Lions Community Centre, 27 Inglewood Drive Grand BayWestfield (wheelchair accessible). 045

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ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF NB – LOCAL NEWS Alzheimer Café: A social gathering for the whole family to socialize and mingle with others who have been diagnosed and their families. We incorporate musical entertainment and education as well as serve light refreshments and snacks. Held on the last Sunday of each month at St. Mark’s Church on the Westside at 50 Dexter Drive from 2:00-4:00pm. Up-coming dates: April 28th & May 26th. Join us on facebook “Alzheimer Cafe Saint John NB”. Caregiver Support Group: Held on the 4th Thursday of each month in our offices at 152 Westmorland Road at 7:00pm, this is a great opportunity to speak with others who have had similar experiences and to share their stories with one another. It is a small group who enjoy helping others along their journey. Upcoming dates: March 28th, April 25th & May 23rd. The Alzheimer Society of NB will be also be hosting the following fundraising events: Sunday, May 26th–10th Annual Walk for Memories in Wolastoq Park (West SJ). Visit walkformemoriesatlantic.ca for more information and registration details; Saturday, June 22nd 2nd Annual Fishing for Memories, to be held at the Hampstead Wharf in Hampstead. For more information and to register contact 468-9098 or fishingformemories@hotmail.com. 051

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The Lorneville Loop 13km Road Race will be held on Sunday, April 14th starting at 10:00am from the Lorneville Community Centre. The Loop (clockwise) – heads towards Coleson Cove, then onto King William, past the Convenience Store, back onto Lorneville Road and finishes at the Community Centre. If you would like to run or jog the race please register at: runningroom.com. Registration is currently only $25 and includes: a fun race; postrace food and refreshments; a finisher’s medal (when you finish!); chance to win draw prizes/gifts and the first 100 people to register get a high quality toque. We are also looking for volunteers to help out – if you’d like to help at the Community Centre on the day or at a water station, please e-mail: maryandmichael@rogers. com or call Michael at 214-3220. Proceeds from this event will go the IWK, so it’s all for a great cause! We hope to see you there! 221

MARCO POLO QUILT SHOW The Marco Polo Quilt Guild will be holding their 22nd Bi-annual Quilt Show on Friday, May 3rd (9:00am-5:00pm) and Saturday, May 4th (10:00am-5:00pm) at the NB Museum Exhibition Centre in Market Square. This show includes small articles table, quilts for sale, quilt raffle, bag challenge for charity, vendors and complimentary refreshments. 181

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Saint Columba Presbyterian Church Choir, under the direction of organist Rev. Mel Fawcett, invites you to attend “ An Easter Vigil”, a presentation of music and readings, on Saturday, March 30th 8:00pm at the church (1454 Manawagonish Road). 194

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SAINT JOHN NATURALISTS’ CLUB NEWS 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 Club’s Bird Identification Workshop Series continues on Saturday, April 6th at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre with “Little Brown Birds” (LBB), the Sparrows of New Brunswick and other Confounding LBBs” with Hank Scarth. On Saturday, April 20th it will be “What’s that Duck?” with Paul Mansz, an introduction to the region’s duck species and some of the rarer ones as well. The workshops run from 9:00am-12:00noon with refreshments and door prizes included. Admission is free; however, modest free-will donations in support of the club’s conservation and education programs will be gratefully accepted. As seating is limited, be sure to preregister with Joanne Savage at davidsavage@rogers.com or by calling 847-4245. For meeting times and locations or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org and consider joining the fun while learning much about our local nature. 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.

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KC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING The Kings County Historical & Archival Society, Inc., will hold its next meeting on Saturday, March 23rd at Saint John’s United Church Hall, Sussex Corner, beginning at 2:00pm. Gail Bremner will speak on the Stonehammer Geopark. All are welcome. 185

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EASTER AT HILLCREST BAPTIST The Hillcrest Baptist Church in Saint John West (476 Lancaster Ave) will be having an afternoon Good Friday Service at 2:00pm. The program will feature the “Seven Last Words” from the cross, spoken by Jesus, with various members of the congregation taking part, as well as the choir. Everyone is welcome to attend. On Easter Sunday an early morning service will be held at 7:00am at The Martello Tower in Saint John West, followed by a breakfast at 8:30am in the church. The regular Easter Morning Service will be held at 11:00am. Come and worship and dine with us. 239

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AWARD TO CLEO CYR The Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick was honored to present Cleo with this very honorable and distinguished award to thank her for her countless volunteer hours, working tirelessly to serve her community, in addition to encouraging and initiating activities that strengthen our New Brunswick health system. Cleo is an extremely dedicated nurse who has shared her knowledge in volunteer work with numerous organizations, at a local, regional and a national level over her 40-year career. Her focus the past 25 years has been geared towards cardiac care and rehabilitation, and she has been involved with countless organizations as a speaker, moderator, researcher, author and of course, a mentor. She has been awarded many times including the Award for Advanced Learning Distinction, Alumnae Award of Distinction, The Canadian Association of Cardiac Rehabilitation Award of Distinction, Vocational Excellence and high Ethical Standards Distinction and many more. Congratulations Cleo! From the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick Board, staff, your family and friends for your invaluable contribution to this province and our foundation! 147

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FUNDY HERICANES RECEIVED SUPPORT Scotiabank representatives recently presented the Fundy Hericanes, of the Bantam AAA Female Hockey League, with a sponsorship cheque for $1000 in support of team operating costs. Funding was provided through the Scotiabank Community Hockey Program. The Fundy Hericanes players are from the southern New Brunswick communities of St. Andrews, Saint John, Rothesay, Quispamsis and Sussex. 190

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FAMILY PLUS SPRING GROUP PROGRAMS Family Plus is pleased to provide group programs to the community, organizations and Employee Assistance Programs. Thanks to the Sister’s of Charity and the United Way the fees can be offered at a subsidized rate for the general public. This spring we are offering a slate of evening programs. All programs are six weeks in length and are held at the offices of Family Plus/ Life Solutions, 199 Chesley Drive, Suite 204, Saint John. Preregistration is required for all groups. Call 634-8295 for more information or to register. Cooperative Parenting After Separation/Divorce - assists separated/divorced parents cope with their anger and pain while minimizing the negative impact of divorce on their children. Start date: TBA. Personal Breakthrough for Women - Learn how to be more assertive, let go of barriers and establish healthy boundaries. Start Date: Wednesday, May 8th. Introductory session: Wednesday, May 1st. Active Parenting Now (5-12 year olds) - learn how to build a stronger relationship with your children, instill self-esteem and apply key discipline methods. Start date: Wednesday, March 20th. 124

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THE WILD TURKEYS ARE COMING! The local chapter of The National Wild Turkey Federation will be holding their 4th Annual Hunting Heritage Banquet on Saturday, April 20th at the SJ Trade and Convention Centre. This event will feature over $25,000 in prizes, Live & Silent auction, raffle draws and a chance to meet the Canada In The Rough television show crew. Tickets will be sold in advance, only by contacting Rob Wilson at 663-5822 or robw@nbnet.nb.ca. For more information on the NTF check out our facebook page: facebook.com/groups/176231892461648. 211

Thank You

To all those family & friends who helped celebrate my 90th birthday, I wish to sincerely thank you for making my day such a special one. It was most appreciated and will always be considered a memorable one because of family & friends like you. Thank you for the cards & Gifts along with the telephone calls of best wishes.

Sincerely, Robert (Bob) Jones

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 Saint John Naturalists’ Club, now in its 51st year, conducts workshops, presentations, outings and migration projects all related to its mandate of studying, conserving and enjoying the natural world. For more information, contact Hank Scarth at 216-0624 or at hhs@rogers.com or by visiting: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org. There is no need to be a member - all SJNC meetings, workshops and outings are open to oneand-all. G70

HARBOUR SKATING CLUB Come Skate With Us! Harbour Skating Club at Harbour Station (use West entrance) most Mondays from 8:30–9:30pm. Anyone 18 years and up is invited to join the fun. Hockey, figure or speed skates may be used. Enjoy live music by Ron Maloney. Cost is $7/night for members or $8/night for non-members. Tentative skating date is March 25th. For more info, visit Harbour Skating Club on Facebook or call 672-2385 or 672-9424. 074

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Eight years have passed since the untimely death of Dan Johnson, during which time various steps have been explored by the Saint John Branch of the NB Genealogy Society to memorialize his life and his contributions to history and genealogy in NB. The Branch finally decided to endow two scholarships in history at the Saint John Campus of UNB. Daniel Fred Johnson was born in Fort Fairfield, Maine, but grew up in Perth-Andover and graduated from Southern Victoria High School. Danny’s work on his own family history led to a broader involvement in genealogy and he began to help other people. He taught one of the first courses in genealogy in Saint John in 1979. He was instrumental in founding the New Brunswick Genealogy Society and served as president of the Saint John Branch and as vice-president of the provincial body. He was one of the first to obtain certification through the Genealogical Institute of the Maritimes. He also transcribed cemetery records, provided a genealogical research service and helped genealogists from across Canada and around the world. He became one of the leaders in New Brunswick genealogy as it became his passion and his full time occupation. Danny was also interested in NB history, particularly of Kings and Queens Counties, Saint John, the Loyalists, pre-Loyalist settlement and the military settlements of Victoria County. He authored numerous articles and books on subjects ranging from specific families, to Jack the Ripper, to compilations of sources and records that would assist genealogists. In 1995, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to local history and genealogy, Danny was awarded the Certificate of Merit by the American Association for State and Local History. To fund the scholarships in perpetuity will require a capital sum of about $50,000. To raise this amount the Branch is calling for support from all the members of the NB Genealogical Society as well as all users of Dan’s Vital Statistics from New Brunswick newspapers and the general public. The fundraising commenced in 2012 and will continue for the next three years. Tax receipts will be issued by NBGS Inc., a registered Canadian charity. The fund will be administered by the Greater Saint John Community Foundation, which was established over 35 years ago as a way for people to assist certain worthy causes. All donations are welcome and can be sent to: Saint John Branch, NBGS PO Box 2423 Saint John, NB E2L 3V9. Visit the website at: nbgssj.ca. 068

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hope & Remembranceâ&#x20AC;? - this event is to offer hope, a chance for remembrance and an opportunity for healing for all family and friends who have been affected by impaired driving. There will be a Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony held in tribute to all victims and their families on Sunday, March 24th from 2:00-4:00pm at Brenanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bay View Select Community Funeral Home Chapel (1461 Manawagonish Road, Saint John). If you wish to light a candle in memory of a loved one please call 672-6188 or email: maddstj@nb.aibn.com. Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 20th. 242

Are you interested in Irish traditional music and culture? Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann (just say â&#x20AC;&#x153;COAL-tisâ&#x20AC;?) is an international non-profit group dedicated to the preservation of Irish music and culture. The Saint John branch meets every Tuesday 7:00pm at Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Learyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub (46 Princess St., Saint John) for a slow, â&#x20AC;&#x153;learning sessionâ&#x20AC;? and then we move into our regular sessions at 7:30. We play Irish traditional music, sing songs, and even have an occasional verse or traditional story, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always looking for new members. Do you play a traditional acoustic instrument? Bring it along! Musicians of all levels are welcome. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play an instrument? No problem! Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s welcome to join in the fun. See you there! Find us at: comhaltas.ca or on Facebook, just look for Comhaltas Saint John. G92

BENEFIT FOR AMY PERRY A Benefit Auction/Dance will be held for Amy Perry, in support of her needing to purchase an insulin pump required for her rare case of diabetes known as Dawn Phenomenon. We are looking to raise $8000. This benefit will be held at The Buccaneerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub (24 Main Street, West) on Saturday, April 6th starting at 7:00pm. A $5 cover charge will apply. 249

KOC MINI-BINGO The Fr. Thomas Beck Lancaster Council 8094, Knights of Columbus are sponsoring nonsmoking Dabber Mini-bingo at the Msgr. Osborne Family Centre (basement of St. Rose School), Manawagonish Road, Saint John West on Tuesdays, at 6:30pm. Admission - non-perishable food item, $.50 for three-face card.

RIVER VALLEY LIONS The River Valley Lions Club is holding Bingo every Thursday. The doors open at 6:00 with quarter games starting at 6:20, early bird games at 7:00pm followed by regular games at the River Valley Lions Community Centre, 27 Inglewood Drive Grand Bay-Westfield (wheelchair accessible). Canteen is available. G45

BREAKFAST AT TRINITY CHURCH Trinity Church, 115 Charlotte Street, is hosting a free Community Breakfast on Wednesday, March 20th at 9:00am. All are welcome - first come, first served. 244

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KOC COUNCIL # 9176 Knights of Columbus Council #9176 will be holding their monthly Brunch on Palm Sunday, March 24th from 10:30am-1:00pm at St. Matthew’s Church Hall, Dollard Drive, Grand Bay-Westfield. Hoping to see you all for a scrumptious meal. Cost for the Brunch is $6/ adults, $4/child and $20/family of five. 034

FUNDRAISER FOR ST BRIDGET’S Save the date, book your sitter - for a fun night out at St. Bridget’s Church Hall - Casino Nite with the Knights of Columbus Casino games will be held on Saturday, April 20th. The door opens at 7:00pm until 12:00midnight, with casino games from 7:30 to 9:30 and live & silent auctions throughout the evening for cash or credit card bids. There will be a cash bar, light hors d’ oeuvres served and you can bid on some items with your casino play money. Ladies & gentlemen wear your bling for a fun night to socialize with family-friends & neighbours. Door cover charge $25/person and all proceeds from this event will go towards hall renovations. Donations of prizes and auction items are now being accepted by calling Nancy Hickey at 763-2301 or Joanne White at 763-2436. 216

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The Choir of the Parish of West Saint John, will present an Easter Cantata entitled “His Wondrous Love”, Sunday, March 24th beginning at 7:00pm. “His Wondrous Love” is told through beautiful music, words, and drama. We invite the public to come and share with us the Easter Story at the oldest church in Saint John located at 100 Watson Street (St. George’s Anglican Church). There will be a good will offering collected that will assist us in our on-going musical endeavours. Make this your first stop during your Easter journey and follow Christ in his footsteps from birth to the cross to His glorious resurrection. We hope to see you on Palm Sunday. 226

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MARCH BREAK We at Ossekeag Publishing decided we were in need of a March Break this year. Why should such a great idea be restricted to just the education system? No, we didn’t just lock the doors and everyone head south for the week. Instead, we did it the Ossekeag way and brought the warmth inside our doors. We started the week off with a pancake breakfast on Monday morning and have been celebrating every day of the week, and will end up on Friday with a potluck picnic at the beach (which is our production room the other 51 weeks of the year). We broke out bright coloured clothing, our “flower power” hippy inner child and played with hair and hats and playdough. Even on the days the weather was dull and dreary, we laughed and played indoors. Oh, yeah, and we still sent our two publications to press, too. In fact, we had so much fun we are already planning our next week-long event! I fear that somehow over the last few years Ossekeag Publishing has been infected by a case of “corporate creep”. I recognize that there are many positive aspects to a corporate culture, and some things such as proper employment contracts and HR policies are a necessity, but by adopting those positive pieces we were also pulled into some corporate vortex that sucked out too much of the fun! It is time to get that back and this March Break week was a first step back to that path. That doesn’t mean unprofessional or careless. It does mean that whether or not the sun is shining outdoors is immaterial, we have the sunshine in here with us with the smiles and energy of the Ossekeag crew fueling it. Thx to all for being such a great group to work with! “I know it is wet and the sun is not sunny, but we can have lots of good fun that is funny.” ~ Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat “A business has to be involving, it has to be fun, and it has to exercise your creative instincts.” ~ Richard Branson, Virgin Group. 002

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