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May 8, 2012
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“THE HUNTER” The Jet and I have been hanging out together for nearly three years now. For most of this time we have been very, very regular in our walks through the woods. Also, during this period, The Jet has been a regular visitor to the office, so I have had an opportunity to observe him in very different circumstances. When hunting in the woods, The Jet, relies almost entirely on his nose, keeping his head to the ground and seldom looking around (just like the missus). This is one reason why he missed seeing a bunny rabbit tearing down the woods road the other day, although he did pick up the scent as we arrived at that spot on the road. His success in hunting partridge is terrible. In almost every case, he saunters along with nose to the ground until without warning the bird takes flight, often without him even noticing. The one animal that The Jet regularly pursues are the squirrels!! The problem, is his pursuit looks more like a 649 Happy Dance and the whole event appears more like a “Hey!! Come back here and play with me!!” In conclusion, if The Jet and I are ever stuck out in the woods for a week or two, our only hope of survival will be my hunting skills and not his. Out side of the woods, however, The Jet is absolutely awesome as a “Domestic Hunter”. He has staff at the office virtually lining up to give him treats. A visit to Grammy usually scores a doggy treat and an apple. The reason for his success in domestic hunting, versus his woods hunting is that he uses his eyes instead of his nose!! Sitting quietly, while staring at victims with big brown eyes is a sure fire way to score treats from all but the most heartless human, such as myself. So we have made a deal, when in the woods I will do the hunting for both of us, but if we are ever penniless on the streets of Hampton, he will take over all of the hunting duties. I am expecting that with our combined skills, that neither of us will miss too many meals!! 800
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Market Place Wellness Centre
Growing as a community together Market Place Wellness Centre 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 or 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 press #3. Food Bank - Tuesdays & Fridays 1:00-3:00pm. Art for Seniors – Thursdays 1:00-3:00pm at St. George’s Church Hall, 674-4335. 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 Tuesdays & Fridays 110:00-11:00am at the Carleton Community Centre, call 674-4335. 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, 674-4335. Social Development worker on site to answer questions, Tuesdays from 1:00-3:00pm Free Money for Your Child’s Future: Join us at the Centre on Tuesday, May 29th from 11:30am-1:30pm and sign-up for a Canada Leaning Bond (if your child was born in 2004 or later). Your family income must be lower than $41,544 to qualify. Call 343-5382 for more information. 720
LADIES VOLLEYBALL
Ladies Volleyball League plays at the Carlton Community Centre on Sundays from 4:00-10:00pm (one hour play), for ages 18 and up. For more information contact Jennifer LeBlanc at 1-506-755-9081. 719
Missionary – St. Columba
Missionary David Pandy-Szekeres will be at Saint Columba Presbyterian Church, 1454 Manawagonish Road on Wednesday, May 16th at 7:0pm to speak about his experience as a missionary in Romania. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and become more informed about the Reformed Church in that country. Refreshments will be served following the presentation. 722
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ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #87
50 Olinville Road, Rte 102 Jones Creek Mondays - 7:00pm, Jam Session (none on holidays). Tuesdays – 7:30pm, Darts. Fridays - 7:00pm, Games Room open. Saturdays - 6:00pm, Games Room open. Saturday, May 12th – 9:00am-3:00pm, Yard & Bale Sale. Tables are available for rent ($5 each) by contacting Joyce at 468-2709. Refreshments will be available. 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
St. Jude’s Beef Dinner
It’s that time of the year again when we sit down, honour our mothers and enjoy St. Jude’s Anglican Church Roast Beef Dinner. On Saturday, May 12th come along between 4:00 and 6:00pm to enjoy a home cooked meal prepared by the loving hands of the mothers of St. Jude’s. For just $12 you will receive a generous serving of roast beef with potato, veggie, rolls & pickles, beverage and finish your meal off with a scrumptious dessert. Children are only $6. Take out will be available if you wish to pick up your dinner and take it home. As always we look forward to serving you at St. Jude’s, 319 Lancaster St. Saint John West. Just follow the signs for the Digby Ferry. 721
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Is the ‘Uke’ for you?
Many people enjoy playing the Uke for the pleasure it brings them and those they play for. We would like to form an adult Uke group focused on the West Side of Saint John, and in co-operation with the West Branch Library will be holding a “free Uke Session” on Thursday, May 10th at 2:00pm in the Library’s Multi-purpose Room. Following a demonstration of the versatility of this instrument, there will be a chance to try a UKE, and see if it might interest you to get involved. This is a free session at this point and there is no obligation to join. For more information contact 672-8601 or gosswalk@nbnet.nb.ca. 741
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Town Hall Meeting MAY 28TH 7-8PM at Hillcrest Baptist Church 476 Lancaster Ave.
Flea Market at St. Matthew’s
St Matthew’s, Grand Bay, Ladies Society will be holding their Annual Flea Market on Saturday, May 12th from 8:00am to 1:00pm at the church hall. Muffins, tea, coffee, hot dogs and pop will also be available. All welcome. 734
Everyone Welcome!
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1st Westfield Scouts - courses
The 1st Westfield Scouts are hosting two courses on Fly Tying and Casting on Saturday, May 12th at the Westfield United Church. The courses will be taught by John Stears. Fly Tying will take place from 9:00am-12:30pm and Fly Casting is from 1:30-4:30pm. Participants can sign up for one or both courses (lunch will be provided for those doing both courses). Please bring fly tying tools and materials if you have them, otherwise they will be provided. You will also need to bring rods, reels and line for the Fly Casting session. The cost is $20/course or $35/both. There is also a discount for families. Please call 217-0102 for more information or to register. All proceeds go the 1st Westfield Scouts. Hope to see you there! 723
DANCES IN LORNEVILLE
Lorneville Community Centre Country Dance/Open Mic every Thursday at 7:30pm. Join the house band, The River Road Ramblers, on stage or just dance the night away. This is an alcohol free event. Admission is $3 at the door. 716
Concert at Harbour view HIgh
IODE Saint John and the 3rd Field Artillery Regiment are pleased to announce a very special concert in honour of the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II to be held on Thursday, May 24th. This concert will feature the 3rd Field Artillery Regiment Band with special guests including student of Harbour View High School, Christopher Lane, Marilyn Williams and others performing music directly connected to the Queen’s coronation and music with a somewhat more indirect connection to Her Majesty. The proceeds of the concert will be for a very special Jubilee project to be announced at the concert. The concert is being held at Harbour View High School beginning at 7:30pm. Tickets ($10) are available by calling 847-3609 or at the door. Wheelchair access is available. 730
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Sculpture SJ – Call for Interns
Sculpture Saint John is putting forth a provincial call to interns who would be interested in working alongside six international artists to create sculptures for public art. This international sculpture symposium will be held from August 2nd - September 15th on the Saint John Waterfront. Diana Alexander, Chair of Sculpture Saint John, says, “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for six interns to work with accomplished internationally recognized artists.” The international sculptors, with the assistance of the six interns from New Brunswick, will be creating large sculptures from New Brunswick granite. The six interns will work with the international artists during the six-week symposium. For the interns’ participation in the symposium, they will receive an honorarium of $1000, along with meals and accommodations. Applications for internships will be evaluated in accordance with the following criteria: be a resident of New Brunswick who is at least 19 years of age; have previous experience and/ or training in the visual arts; have working knowledge of power tools and related equipment; demonstrate a commitment to learning the skills of stone carving. For anyone interested in being an intern, the application and all details are available on the Sculpture Saint John website at: sculpturesaintjohn.com. 812
BOWLERS WANTED
The “Good Time Bowling League” 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 CARD PARTIES AT ST. MATTHEW’S league. If you are not able to commit to the 33 weeks of bowling, St. Matthews Women’s Society, Grand Bay, holds card parties perhaps you could put your name on our “spare” list, to fill in for (45s) every Thursday starting at 7:30pm. $3 admission and $2 bowlers that are unable to attend a night(or two). for 50/50. A light lunch is served. 713 For further information, please call me (Mike) at 738-8619. 717
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ON our cover: New Firefighting Vehicle
On Saturday morning April 28th Mayor and Council along with Fire Chief Troy Gautreau and the Firefighters of the Grand BayWestfield Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department held an arrival ceremony for their newest firefighting vehicle. The vehicle is a 2012 custom Pumper built by Carl Thibault Fire Trucks out of Pierreville, Quebec. It has a Spartan six-person crew cab, an 800 gallon water tank and a 1050 gallon per minute pump as well as a compressed air foam system which will drastically reduce the amount of water needed to fight fires. The foam is biodegradable and therefore environmentally safe. The ceremony included passing of the keys from the Mayor to the Fire Chief, the responding in of the new truck, presentations to the volunteer firefighters who tirelessly worked on the Committee tasked with designing the truck and analyzing the tenders submitted by the various manufactures. There was also a presentation to the winner of the “Truck Naming Contest” among the firefighters. Captain Brad Calhoun had the winning submission with “Guardian of the Bay”. This was then followed by a ceremonial pushing in of the truck into the station. The Department also highlighted another new addition to the fleet, a 28 foot specialized rescue trailer. The trailer will primarily be used for off road and ice rescue emergencies but will also be helpful for other types of emergencies. 725 Photo: L-r: Councillor, David Calvin; Councillor, Michael Likely; Deputy Mayor, Diane McGowan; Mayor, Grace Losier; Councillor, Brenda Murphy; Councillor, Beverley Day and Fire Chief,Troy Gautreau.
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A Sale will be held on Saturday, May 12th from 7:00am-12noon at the Beaconsfield Middle school. Admission $1. Tables are available for rent ($15 each) by contacting the school at 658-5333 or kyra.marks@nbed.nb.ca. 732
IODE spaghetti dinner
Come join us for a Spaghetti Dinner in support of the Katie Hazen Mackay Chapter IODE, which will be held on Saturday, May 26th from 4:00-6:00pm at the Lancaster Baptist Church (87 Church Avenue West). The Menu will include: salad, spaghetti and meat sauce (vegetarian sauce optional), fresh bread/roll and dessert – French vanilla ice cream with Mandarin orange sauce. Tickets ($10/person, $5/children 12 and under) are available from any chapter member or at the Benjamin Moore Colour Centre (20 Plaza Ave. Unit 2, near Sobey’s West). 737
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Loyalist Celebrations in Saint JOhn
May 18th marks the 229th anniversary of the landing of the first Loyalist fleet in 1783, as well as Saint John’s 227th birthday, as Canada’s first incorporated city, in 1785. The Loyalists celebrations begin on Sunday, May 13th at 10:30am with a special Loyalist Day church service at historic Trinity Anglican Church. On Friday, May 18th ceremonies at City Hall Plaza begin at 10:15am, featuring the Lieutenant-Governor, St. Mary’s Band, local school children’s presentations, and members of the United Empire Loyalists’ Association. Other highlights of the program for May 18th include the Loyalist Day proclamation by the town crier (in period dress), flag raisings, and the Mayor, serving Saint John’s birthday cake. At noon on Pugsley Wharf, the 3rd Field Artillery Regiment will fire canons - Saint John having the unique privilege of being the only non-capital city in Canada accorded the honour of firing a 21-gun salute in the absence of a member of the Royal Family. We hope to see you at this cultural activity of such great Korean Community in significance to our city and province. 908
Greater Saint John
The Korean Community in the greater Saint John area is holding a Korean Culture information event at the Market Square St. Jude’s Coffee House Atrium (Saint John) on Saturday, May 19th starting at 4:00pm. The Saturday Night Alive Band will be featured at the Coffee Everyone is invited to attend and learn about Korean culture, House to be held at St. Jude’s Church (319 Lancaster Street traditional dance, martial arts (Tae Kwon Do), etc. 966 at St. John Street) on Saturday, June 2nd starting at 7:00pm. There will be coffee (provided by Java Moose), sweets and sweet music. Admission by freewill offering. For more information contact Rev. Rob Salloum at 672-4301. All are welcome, come and bring a friend. 735
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 SullivanO’Toole 674-1639, mnorahsullivan@hotmail. com. 728
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Hospice ‘penny drive’
With the Canadian penny becoming extinct in the fall of 2012, Hospice has launched Penny Drive, with the theme of the drive being “We can care for many with your penny”. Hospice is hoping the public will donate their unwanted pennies to help fund care at Bobby’s Hospice. Pennies can be dropped off at Bobby’s Hospice at 385 Dufferin Row or at The Hospice Shoppe at 77 Catherwood Street. Since opening in November 2010, Bobby’s Hospice has provided care and support to over 160 people on the end of life journey and helped to free up over 3,700 acute care bed days at the Saint John Regional Hospital. The cost of care at Bobby’s Hospice is $430/day. The NB Government provides $200/day and Hospice provides the remaining $230/day through fundraising and donations. “We make every penny count,” says Sandy Johnson, CEO. “This is another way our community can help make Hospice care possible when it is needed the most.” 964
Salmon take-out at st. George’s
The St. George’s Church (100 Watson Street West) Hand Bell/ Chimes Choir is sponsoring a Salmon Take-out Dinner on Saturday, May 26th from 3:30-5:00pm. Tickets are $12 each and must be pre-ordered by calling 738-2856. 731
Marigold award
Dianna MacEachern, a strong advocate for children (VP of Joshua Group) and Cindy Flemming a teacher at Centennial Elementary School, who is a also a tireless worker for children and has been involved with the Marigold Project for 15 years, are the recipients of the Marigold Award this year. The Marigold Award, presented to citizens who work on behalf of children will be given out on Wednesday, June 6th by two children. The Marigold Project has grown to 50 schools at 40 different locations in the Fundy Region. Thousands of children will be planting tens of thousands of Marigolds they have grown during the last week of May and the first two weeks of June . The Marigold Project now has a web site - marigolds.ca. 946
Schizophrenia Society AGM
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The Saint John Chapter of the Schizophrenia Society of New Brunswick will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Monday May 14th from 4:00-6:00pm at the Mental Health Recovery Centre, 157 Duke Street in Saint John. Our guest speakers for this event will be The Hon. Judge Alfred H. Brien and Mr. Shawn Parlee. The presentation will begin at 4:30pm. For more information, please contact Kathryn at 648-7660 or schizophreniasj@gmail.com. Everyone welcome! 945
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West Branch Public Library
Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Blvd, 643-7260 Time for Tots: 10:30 am, Thursdays. Storytime: 10:30am, Fridays. Family Drop-In Program: Available in the children’s area. Super Saturday: Mother’s Day Special, May 12th at 2:30pm. Friday, May 11th - 10:30am, special pre-school Storytime in conjunction with Canadian Children’s Book Week. Thursday, May 17th - 7:00pm, Mystery Book Club - Mysteries by Vickie Delaney. Saturday, May 26th - 2:30pm, family movie. Thursday, May 31st - 7:00pm, Chick-Lit Book Club - Robin and the Chicks’ picks for The Memory Keeper’s Daughter by Kim Edwards. In the Gallery: Works of Art by Mary McMurray Wilkins. Off the Canvas: Exhibition space available for decorative works of art. Gates Computer Lab: Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Heroes abound at your library - see you in June! Summer hours begin June 18th. 708
LANCASTER LEGION # 69
Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095, www. rcl69.ca. Friday, May 11th, 18th, 25th - 9:00pm, Karaoke in the Lower Bar with Norm Boucher. Saturday, May 12th, 19th, 26th - 1:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in the Lower Bar. Sunday, May 13th & 27th – 8:00pm, dance with Johnny & Sonny in the Upper Hall. Sunday, May 20th – 8:00pm, dance with Albert & Sam in the Upper Hall. Monday, May 28th – 7:00pm, May-Hem with Delbert & Friends, dance in the Upper Hall. 710
IODE Ladies’ Shopping Trip
The Hon. Dr. C. H. Blakeny Chapter IODE will be holding their 8th Annual Ladies’ Shopping Trip October 25th-28th to Portland ME. Two busses will be leaving Moncton, one via Fredericton and one via Saint John with three nights accommodations and transportation to a wide variety of shopping venues. For further information please contact: Sheila at 852-8816, shorsman@nb.sympatico.ca; Shirley 386-1629, Shirley@ mcewen@gmail.com; Lorilee 855-6349, lorileec81@hotmail. com. 953
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District 8 “Celebrate” & “I Spy”
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On Wednesday, May 16th from 6:30-8:30pm, at the Lord Beaverbrook Rink, School District 8 will hold a Celebrate Expo - a Celebration of Learning for the culminating school year. Each school will be given the opportunity to display a sample of the wonderful learning/student experiences of the current school year – all will be student led! The exposition of Science Fair, Heritage Fair, Drama Fest, Music Festival, individual school exhibits, IT demonstrations, art exhibit, choir performances, cheerleading and much more will be available to enjoy and appreciate. In addition, Celebrate has partnered with Fundy Wellness Group for a demonstration promoting fitness with the St. Rose School’s Fitness Friday’s program. This expo is open to the public and free for all to attend! There will be a door prize of a Wellness Basket and several other prizes will be available by draw! Come enjoy a night of Celebration and see all that is Awesome in School District 8. Our theme for May is “Celebrate What’s Right with the World”. School District 8 believes that as we embrace an attitude of looking for and celebrating what’s right with the world we can be happier and more productive. Thought for the Month: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” ~Helen Keller. May’s ‘Eye Spy Nugget: We would like to share some of the wonderful responses we received during our “I SPY what’s Awesome” week held from February 22nd-March 2nd. Responses came from our community, our school staff and our students in District 8. 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. Enjoy! “It is awesome because it is nice to see people smiling at you and saying good morning.” (Grade 6, River Valley Middle School). “When you have tinfoil you can squeeze it and it makes a squeaky noise! It’s loud!” (Grade 2, Morna Heights School) “Bus rides on bumpy roads.” (Grade 5, Browns Flat School) For more information on the ‘Celebrate what’s Right with the World’ initiative, contact Joan Wilkins, Coordinator, School District 8 at 643-6884. 704
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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2nd Annual Paddle for Parts!
New Brunswickers are challenged to paddle their kayaks, canoes, or surf boards in support of the fight against liver disease. The 2nd Annual Paddle for Parts fundraising event to be held on Saturday, June 2nd at Meehan’s Cove Beach, is hosted by the Canadian Liver Foundation Saint John Chapter, to bring awareness to the importance of liver health and organ donation. Registration and instruction begin at Meehan’s Cove Beach at 8:00am Saturday morning where participants will receive a swag bag of donated items. At 9:00am they will embark on a kayak excursion at after receiving instruction from guides and seasoned paddlers. Whether a beginner or expert paddler of canoe or kayak, participants will return well exerted from the 3 hour paddle and join supporters for a rejuvenating picnic lunch back at Meehan’s Cove Beach House by 12:00pm. Individuals can participate in the event by raising a minimum donation amount of $75/person; pledge sheets can be found online and can be collected from individuals, businesses or by fundraising. All kayak equipment, training, and lunches will be provided free of charge for each participant, you may also bring your own equipment if desired. Registration is limited so don’t wait, sign-up today! Register today by visiting: paddleforparts. ca or call 506-214-5311. Event chair Kristen Wheaton is one of those individuals who was living with a rare liver disease called Primary Sclerosing Colangitis, but received her life saving gift of life in July 2011. This is her second year hosting this event and she hopes to inspire others to get active, talk about organ donation with your loved ones, and raise funds for liver research. 811
MALLERY/MALLORY REUNION
The Mallery/Mallory Bi-Annual Family Reunion will be held on Saturday, August 11th at the Apohaqui Recreation Centre (16 Jones Memorial Park Road). Registration will begin at 1:00 and SJVS/HVHS Scholarship fundraiser Pot Luck meal at 4:00pm. In support of the SJVS/HVHS Scholarship Fund, an For more information contact: emallory@nbnet.nb.ca. 828 SJVS/HVHS Alumni Country Show will be held on th Saturday, May 19 at 7:00pm in the HVHS Auditorium. Tickets are available at Guardian Drugs, Grand Bay; KV Drugs; Morris Music; Beats & Bytes and Mike’s Jewelry. The school is elevator and wheelchair accessible. 818
CRISIS LINES AVAILABLE
Crisis lines are available to victims of crime and the general public: Sexual Assault Crisis Line (call collect) 1-506-454-0437 - an answering service will take your call and a crisis counselor will call you back; CHIMO - Inuit word for friendship open 24/7 everyday and holidays - listening and resources for all types of life problems 1-800-667-5005; Mobile Mental Health Crisis Line - 1-888-811-3664. The Saint John Regional Hospital has a Sexual Assault Crisis Nurse on call 24/7. 912
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MOTHER’S DAY 2012
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GIVE THE GIFT OF GREEN FOR MOTHER'S DAY
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MOTHER’S DAY
Mom may appreciate chocolate or flowers. But for children who want to offer her something a little more special -- especially for their eco-conscious moms -- there are a number of different gift options to make Mom's big day as eco-friendly as it is enjoyable. An eco-friendly gift for Mom is a gift that keeps on giving. When you jot down your gift idea list, think about adding these "green" gifts. Make a basket of gardening gear. Garden plants and supplies are perhaps the greenest gifts to give Mom. Plants are so plentiful and varied that there are bound to be ideal flowers or greenery for every mother's tastes. Compile different gardening essentials, such as seeds or seedlings, organic soil mix, mulch, all-natural compost, and a few different planting containers. You can also include gardening gloves and ergonomic tools made of recycled materials. Finish the gift with the inclusion of a book that describes different garden designs and gives tips for beginners. Purchase eco-friendly kitchen items. It may be a major faux pas to give Mom an appliance or a new vacuum for Mother's Day. However, if your mother is an avid cook or baker, she may appreciate some new mixing bowls or utensils made from recycled materials. If Mom is the consummate entertainer, get her new glass tumblers and sipping straws made from recycled glass. They are perfect for serving cocktails and outdoor entertaining.
Dine at a local restaurant. Many families take Mom out for a meal on her special day. To make the experience eco-friendly, select among restaurants that are close to home in the area. Explore the possibilities of restaurants that may serve foods made with local, organic ingredients. If you cannot find such a restaurant, do not worry, just choose a local establishment to conserve fuel.
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Price subject to change with market Only 10 minutes from Harbour Bridge West. Exit 112. Turn left. At Lorneville Store, turn left. After 2km, watch for the Lobster Sign on the left.
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“I Spy What’s AWESOME” Event
VOTE
GERALD (GERRY) MABEY For District Education Council
Subdistrict 4 on May 14th
36 Years as a Teacher and
Principal in this District: New Albert School; Ketepec - Morna Heights School; Champlain Heights School; Saint John High School; and Barnhill Memorial School
Twice elected president of the Local Teachers Association Elected to the Board of Directors and Executive of the New Brunswick Teachers Association Twice Elected as president of the Canadian College of Teachers Co-Owner of Hamilton Home-Style Daycare Est. 2009
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 7300 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 (District 6): High School - Pals Hampton; Middle School Quispamsis Middle School; Elementary - Apohaqui Elementary School. 825
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 cents for three face card. 703
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
DESIGN • INSTALLATION • MAINTENANCE
Peggy Wright Horticulturalist, CLD 672.1994 landscapes@nb.aibn.com | landscapesandgardens.ca
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WAR AMPS AND BOOKS
April 9th marks the 95th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. After failed attempts by both British and French forces, a corps of brave and determined Canadian soldiers captured this strategic ridge in France, which was of great importance to the German defence. Despite the terrible price in casualties, this battle marked not only a significant Allied victory, but also the first time Canadians had fought as an independent force and not as part of the British Army. Along with other achievements during the First World War, the Battle of Vimy Ridge helped establish Canada as a key player on the world stage, earning our country a separate signature on the Versailles Peace Treaty which ended the war. As a member of The War Amps Operation Legacy, a group of committed young people who are dedicated to preserving Canada’s military heritage, I would like to highlight this significant anniversary of a battle considered by many to mark Canada’s birth as a nation. To commemorate the anniversary, members of Operation Legacy will be donating copies of the documentaries A Vimy Veteran Remembers and In Flanders Fields to their local libraries. These productions are part of The War Amps internationally awardwinning Military Heritage Series, which tells the lesser-known Canadian stories, and are available at a cost-recovery price by calling 1-800-250-3030 or visiting waramps.ca. 831
Antique Power Show The 16th Annual Show will be held in Sussex Saturday & Sunday • May 19 & 20, 2012 at the Agricultural Museum of New Brunswick & 8th Hussar Sports Center, Princess Lousie Park ~Featuring~ Antique Tractors • Gas & Steam Engines • Vintage Farm Equipment EVENTS INCLUDE:
Parade - Saturday @ 10am Antique Auction - Saturday @ 1pm Antique Tractor Pull - Sunday @ 10:30am Exhibitors Welcome
SAT: Noon Lunch Available - $9.00 (Supported by Smith Creek Womens Fidelity Group) ~Potato scallop, baked beans, etc.~
“A day in her shoes”
You don’t want to miss this special night in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association – hot shoes, fabulous women, great prizes, not to mention “Canada’s Sweetheart” – Elizabeth Manley! There is no better way to celebrate Mental Health Week. Tickets are on sale now and available at the Canadian Mental Health Association office located on the 15th floor of City Hall and Manchester Shoe Salon in Market Square. “A Day in Her Shoes” event will be held on Wednesday, May 9th 6:00pm in the Market Square Atrium. For more information contact 633-1705 or visit sj.cmha.ca. 925
ADMISSION: $7.00 Ages 12 & Under Free Phone: Dave Peters (506) 433-4710 Michael Church (506) 432-9549
Flea market in Sussex
The New Brunswick Antique Auto Club will hold its Annual Automotive & General Flea Market in Sussex on August 17th19th at the Princess Louise Park with up to 900 vendors. For more information visit the website at: nbacc.org. 813
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AND MORE!
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Lawyers
invites you to a free discussion on
AND LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION!
Tuesday, May 22, 2012 7:00 - 9:00 pm Seminar Location Fundamental Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 1170 Sand Cove Road (enter through far left door)
After the life giving rains that we were blessed with in late April the gardens are off to a rollicking start and the plant outlets are bursting with an amazing variety of perennial plants. All very exciting and enticing but, be warned! Most of these will have been raised in an unheated but protective, covered environment. This means care has to be taken to harden them off, an extra cool night or blustery wind could easily destroy them; the best method is to expose them to the elements on days that are fairly cloudy, still and mild, increasing the time spent outside a little each day until they become sturdy. Care needs to be taken to insure that they don’t dry out or become waterlogged by too much juice! Avoid purchasing annuals no matter how attractive the price, there will be a possibility of frost until after the full moon on June 4th. Keeping them healthy for a prolonged period can be time consuming, it’s better to wait a couple of weeks and concentrate on the many gardening jobs that need attention. Chief among these is the spring pruning, by now the rose bushes have leafed out and pruning out the dead wood while the leaves are small is easy to do without damaging the bushes. All dead wood should be trimmed back to the first really healthy leaf buds, making sure that the pruners are sharp; a ragged cut is an invitation to the pests that cause disease. The Forsythia has finished its spectacular display and a pruning with an eye on the overall shape that you would like to see is in order, these bushes can grow at an alarming rate and become very straggly. One great virtue of them is, that a new plant can be produced simply by taking a low growing branch and burying it into the ground with a small rock on top to anchor it, by the end of summer it will have rooted and can be planted in a new location, it is possible to start enough plants to make a small hedge that can be an eye stopper in future springs. Deer are again on the rampage and favorite among the early diners are the day lilies. Any smelly concoction will help to ward them off, 1 to 9 parts ammonia with water and a little added oil and soap; a mixture of beaten egg with powdered milk, oil and soap; granulated garlic with egg, soap and oil. These can be concocted fairly cheaply, best sprayed on a still, dry day at a time when you can bung your clothes into a washing machine and head for the shower. The commercially manufactured ‘Bobbex’ seems to have been quite successful. Good Luck and happy gardening. 805
DENIS MORRIS COMMUNITY CENTRE
Dabber Bingo - every Wednesday evening. Quarter games at 5:30; early bird at 7:00; regular games at 7:30pm. Doors open at 4:00pm. DMCC Seniors Club – meets every Monday at 1:30pm, Vi Matheson, President. Rentals available for all locations, 672-1046. 705
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Yoga & Meditation in SJ
The Meditation in Movement and Stillness Support Group will meet Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30pm at the Unitarian Church (545 Sandy Point Road across from Hazen White School). Beginners are welcome. 934
Yard sale fundraiser
Lancaster Baptist Church will be holding a “Yard, Bake & Perennial Sale” on Saturday, May 19th from 8:00am-12:00noon in the CE Centre gym and parking lot – rain or shine. All proceeds from this event will go towards the settlement needs of our Somali Refugee Family now residing in Canada. 733
LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER WORKSHOPS
Helping women with cancer - Look Good Feel Better free workshops help women deal with the appearance-related sideeffects of their illness. Find support - lift your spirits - gain confidence! Join us in Saint John the 3rd Monday of every month from 1:303:30 in the Oncology Conference room. Registration required - contact Tina at 648-6885. 904
Come visit the guys at Bikeworks at our new location!
178 Thorne Ave. Saint John 652-2453 Just behind Superstore east Huge parking lot and a fresh store!
Come in and see the largest selection of 29" Mountain bikes in Saint John Choose from Giant, Scott, KHS and Kona trail bikes. Over 20 Road bikes on the floor as well from 529 and up! BMX and Jump bikes from Haro, Freeagent, Premium, Kona and KHS
Still a great selection of 2011 bike on sale!
New clothing from Fox and Dakine Bring in this add and Save up to 20% on accessories or get free Dakine Shirt with a new 2012 bike! While supplies last.
Breast Health Program
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
M. Gerald teed school fundraiser
The M. Gerald Teed Home & School Association is pleased to present The Cool Chicks & Ugly Doclings on Saturday, May 12th 7:00pm at the Milledgeville Community Centre, 151 Black Street. Tickets are $15 and will be available in advance at M. Gerald Teed School (658-5352) and the Milledgeville Pharmasave (696-0000). Refreshments will be provided. All proceeds from this event will go towards school initiatives. So come on out for some laughs and good music in support of the kids. 938
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JOIN US IN CELEBRATING OUR STUDENTS! APRIL “PIC OF THE MONTH”
CELEBRATE what’s RIGHT with the world Believe It! See It! Celebrate It!
CÉLÉBRONS le BIEN dans le monde Reconnaissons-le! Découvrons-le! Fêtons-le!
Celebrate Expo - A Celebration of Learning
FREE Event - EVERYONE Welcome! Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Lord Beaverbrook Rink
Congratulations to Bonnie Bustin of Rothesay who submitted this photo of the Kennebecasis River. Bonnie has won a voucher to a local Subway for a foot long meal deal. Note: The winner of the March Photo Contest was Rebecca Mallet of Rothesay; however we had the name incorrect for the recipient of the Subway voucher. Rebecca received the voucher. 823
Schools will be displaying a sample of the wonderful learning/student experiences of the current school year – all will be student led! The exposition of Science Fair, Heritage Fair, Drama Fest, Music Festival, individual school exhibits, IT demonstrations, art exhibits and much more will be available to enjoy and appreciate. ‘Celebrate’ has partnered with Fundy Wellness Group for a demonstration of promoting fitness. Door Prize and numerous other prizes!
Come enjoy a night of Celebration and see all that is AWESOME in School District 8!
CELEBRATE what’s RIGHT with the world Believe It! See It! Celebrate It!
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Music events at Portland United
Music For Mum: The Saint John Chorale and Director, Spencer Belyea are overjoyed to once again offer their Cabaret Dessert Musicale. This year we’re on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13th 7:30pm at Portland United Church. Come and enjoy a great selection of Choral Music from Victoria to Gerswin – including Brahm’s famous “How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings” and Louis Armstrong’s “What A Wonderful World” – something for everyone! What could be nicer than, after dinner, taking Mum to our Dessert Tea with a Silent Auction and Beautiful Music. $15 tickets are available from any member or at the door. All Our Best: Rachel Titus & Elyse Doiron in Concert on Saturday, May 19th at 7:00pm. Come and hear these talented young ladies singing their personal favorites. Tickets are $10 each, call 672-6261. 961
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Cedar HillGreenwood Cemetery Spring is here! Thank you for removing any outdated arrangements on your lots. (Garbage containers are available on-site)
Please feel free to drop by our office and let us know if: Any work that needs to be done on your Family Lots Your monument needs to be cleaned or leveled Your contact information has changed You would like to discuss purchasing a monument or adding info to an existing one
672-4309
1650 Manawagonish Road www.chgcemetery.ca
Reminder: Walk for memories
On Saturday, May 27th the Alzheimer Society of Saint John will be hosting their annual “Walk for Memories” at Wolastoq Park (behind Reversing Falls) starting at 12:00noon. To register and to request a Pledge form please contact the SJ Alzheimer Society in person at 152 Westmorland Road or call 634-8722. Information also available on the website at: walkformemoriesatlantic.ca. 827
Y’s Men’s Golf tournament
One of the longest running charity golf events in the province is now accepting registrations. The 24th Annual Y’s Men’s Golf Tournament will be hosted at the Westfield Golf and Country Club on Thursday, May 31st. It is a sure to be another successful event in support of children in our community. Funds raised at the tournament will provide opportunities for youth to experience a week of overnight camp at the Y’s Camp Glenburn. Through the efforts of the Y’s Men over the years, over 1000 youth have attended camp, met new friends and made memories to last a lifetime. The tournament ensures that no one is turned away at Y camps, regardless of financial circumstance. The four-person scramble format gets underway at 1:00pm. Registration fee is $125/person which includes a power cart and the famous Y’s Men’s Chicken Dinner. Individuals or foursomes are welcome to participate. For additional information or to register contact Keith Doiron at 639-7148 (cell) or 738-8989(home). 951
Casino Night & Gift Auction
The 4 Degree Knights of Columbus and St. Peter’s Parish Council will host their first ever St. Peter’s Casino Night & Gift Auction in St. Peter’s Church Hall (Clarendon Street, Saint John North) on Saturday, May 26th from 7:00-9:00pm. There will be all sorts of fun games and fellowship, so we hope that we’ll have a great turnout for our first effort. Tickets are $20 each and may be purchased at the Parish Office (50 Clarendon Street) or reserved by calling 653-6844. Each ticket holder will receive $20,000 in play money and at the end of the evening you may use your leftover play money to bid on available Auction Items. Also, there will be a High Roller Table available for those who wish to play ($100 per seat). The Grand Prize for the High Roller Table will be a 51” television! Tickets are on sale now. 967 th
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Walk for life
Simonds High Alumni event
On Saturday, May 12th the Simonds High School Alumni will be hosting the opening night for the Water Street Dinner Theatre’s play, “Flight 69”. The play will be performed in the Simond’s cafeteria with the tickets being sold for $50 each - this includes a three act show, three course meal, and a dance to follow until 1:00am. Tickets are available at the Simonds High School office, or by contacting Niki Doiron at 721-4230 (tickets will not be sold JUBILEE PLANT SALE at the door). The show starts at 6:30pm and the doors will be You too can have a Royal Garden, come to the Jubilee Plant Sale opened at 6:00. All members of the community are welcome, at Trinity Church (115 Charlotte Street) on Saturday, May 19th not just Simonds’ graduates! 962 from 8:30-11:30am. Perennials, annuals, herbs, veggies, and all manner of seedlings. Also, gardening paraphernalia, gardening books, and much free advice. Come and stock your garden, have some fun. Coffee and CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP The 4th Thursday of each month at the Saint John Alzheimer muffins, $2. 940 Society office 152 Westmorland Road, beginning at 7:00pm. 919 The Pregnancy Resource Centre’s Walk for Life will take place Saturday, May 12th with registration in King’s Square at 10:00am. Pledge sheets are available at the Centre, your church or by calling 647-4412. Music and refreshments will follow the Walk. Everyone welcome! 944
SJ “y” agm
The Saint John Y will be hosting its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, May 16th at the Y’s Glenn Carpenter Centre (730 Foster Thurston Road). Scott Haldane, President and CEO of YMCA Canada will be the Guest Speaker. The meeting will start promptly at 12:00noon and a light lunch will be provided. The public is invited to attend. The Saint John YMCA-YWCA was founded in 1854 and is presently serving our community in 14 locations throughout Greater Saint John. The Y is a charity, open to all, dedicated to providing programs and services to help individuals, families and communities grow in spirit, mind and body. 935
A musical celebration
The Saint John Sea Farers’ Mission is presenting “A Musical Celebration” on Saturday, June 9th 7:00pm at Calvary Temple (83 Sydney Street). The evening of music will feature: Allison Inch & Wayne Richardson; The Basement Bluegrass Boys; Carleton Choristers; Marilyn Williams; Men & Music; Murray Beesley & Wendy Murphy; Saint Mary’s Band; Sea Belles; The Sopranos. Tickets are $20 each. For more information contact: 635-1731, seaf@nb.aibn.com or visit the website at: sjseafarers.com. 965
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696-7225
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SJ Airport Meet & Greet Program
Critters In Crisis
$10,000 Grand Prize Cash Draw $2500 Early Bird Draw 1 Ticket for $10 OR 3 Tickets for $25
Draw Dates: Early Bird: May 26th, 2012 Grand Prize: September 8th, 2012
For more information or to order tickets over the phone, please call 642-0931, email us at arladmin@nb.aibn.com or visit us at 295 Bayside Drive, Saint John, NB.
CHURCH CHART The United Church of Canada
TWO RIVERS PASTORAL CHARGE Minister: Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Stevenson Youth & Young Families Minister: Amanda Francis www.2riversunited.com Church Office: 757-2201
Westfield United Church Worship Service 11:00 am Sunday School 10:45 am Youth Group – check our website & facebook Kingston Peninsula Worship Service 9:30 am Long Reach United Church – May 13, May 27 Summerville United Church – May 20, June 3
The Meet & Greet program at the Saint John Airport will begin again shortly for the 2012 season. Visitors to the Greater Saint John area arriving via the Saint John airport are greeted by friendly, helpful volunteers dressed in cheerful red vests. The Meet & Greet program has proved popular over the years and is indicative of the hospitality available across the region. Volunteers indicate which flights they are interested in greeting, typically volunteering for two hours, one day a week. Volunteers are able to choose which days of the week suits their schedule and are able to select the time of day they prefer. Anyone interested in further details is encouraged to contact Colleen Kemp Mitchell at 638-5584 or by email at cmitchell@ saintjohnairport.com. Expenses for volunteers such as parking, coffee, vests, and other incidentals are covered by the Airport. Meet & Greeters offer tourism information, answer questions about the region, and hand out small gifts to arriving passengers. The Saint John Airport has over 225,000 people per year fly through the airport, and serves as the first impression of the community for many of these travelers. 943
Educational Parkinson session
Do you or a family member live with Parkinson’s? We can help. Parkinson Society Maritime Region in conjunction with the Saint John Parkinson Chapter will hold an educational session on Thursday, May 17th from 6:00-7:30pm at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Amphitheatre 5D. Special guest speaker will be Carolyn Crawford, RN, BN, CNN(C), Neuroscience Nurse at the hospital. Ms. Crawford will address the most frequently asked questions about Parkinson’s by patients. This free public information session will be of special interest to all caregivers, both professional and family, special care and nursing home staff, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, anyone living with Parkinson’s and their friends and family. For more info call Esther at 506 455-4529, eoneil@ parkinsonmaritimes.ca. 968
Orange cemetery Agm
The Annual Meeting of the Orange Cemetery in Kars will be held on Wednesday, May 30th 7:30pm at 3044 Rte 124 Kars. Everyone welcome. We would like to bring to your attention that the Cemetery is very low on funds for upkeep and mowing. If you have family interred in the Cemetery and could make a donation towards maintenance, it would be greatly appreciated. Some of the names on the headstones include: Reicker, Akerley, Brown, Urquhart, Willagar, Logue, Morrell, Day, Jones, etc. Thank you for any assistance you can provide and hope to see you at the meeting. For more information please call 485-2198. 803
YM-YWCA Forest Glen Community Centre
The Saint John Y’s Community Centre located at Forest Hills School provides a variety of programs and services. Daily childcare is available from 7:00am to 6:00pm. The before school and after school programs provide care for children 5–12 years of age, and has full day availability on school cancellation dates. There are a number of free drop-in activities available for youth (6:00-8:00pm every week night): Monday, Soccer ages 5-12; Tuesday, Ball Hockey and Open Games Room ages 7-17; Wednesday, Gym Games ages 5-12; Thursday, Cheerleading ages 5-12; Friday, Dance ages 5-12; every Thursday (6:30pm) there is an Adult Zumba Class, $5.00/class. For additional information on any of these programs contact the Y’s Forest Glen Community Centre at 658-2816. 929
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Loch Lomond Home Hardware 1120 Loch Lomond Rd., Saint John, NB E2J 1Z5
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Sussex Valley ATV Club
The Sussex Valley All Terrain Vehicle club (SVAT Club) will be hosting their 3rd Annual President’s Run on Saturday, May 19th from Adair’s Wilderness Lodge – leaving the lodge at 9:00am, after registration. The SVAT Club was formed in the early 1990’s to promote ATV riding and we currently have 154 members. The club also supports various charities including the Children’s Wish Foundation and the Cancer Society. Proceeds from this year’s President’s Run will be split between charity and improving our trails. The Sussex area trail system is also critical to the Saint John and Petitcodiac ATV riders, as we are the link between these two. We are looking forward to a fun day to raise some money for good causes. For further information please contact Jeff Branscombe (President) at 433-5505 or visit our website at: sussexvalleyatv.com. Happy trails. 808
SJ-KENNEBECASIS VALLEY NEWCOMERS
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? 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. 600
VON WELLNESS CLINIC
VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) will be holding free Exercise and Wellness Clinics at the Kingston Parish Hall on the following dates: Thursday May 17th; Thursday June 21st; Thursday July 19th; from 11:30am-1:30pm. There will also be exercise classes from 10:30am-11:30am. These classes will be geared to arthritics and seniors. Free Wellness Screening Clinics blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol testing from 11:30am-1:00pm VON Foot clinics will also be held on these dates from 1:004:00pm ($35). All the VON Office to book foot care appointments at 635-1530. 807
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3rd Annual
President’s Run 50/50 Draw
Poker Run Best 3 Hands Win Prize DOOR PRIZE DRAW
May 19, 2012
Registration Adair’s Wilderness Lodge 9:00am
$10.00 Per ATV
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Nathan’s
Friends of the 1999 graduating class of Hampton High School have joined together to help fellow graduate, Carrie (Whalen) Beaudoin’s son Nathan. Nate, who just turned one, has a rare and complex congenital heart condition called Right Atrial Isomerism/Heterotaxy. More accurately, Nate has a whole body disease affecting most organs. He has no spleen and only the right half of his heart. Nate’s only hope of survival is a complex heart surgery that is only offered in Boston. The estimated cost for this surgery is approximately $300,000 not including accommodations or travel expenses. Nate is scheduled for surgery on June 7, 2012, approximately 50 days from today.
Please join Nate’s friends at shiretown Publicans in Hampton on saturday, May 12th at 6pm for an auction and entertainment to raise funds and help get him to Boston for his June 7th surgery. Festivities include a 50/50 draw, auction and entertainment by Fredericton based band, Southern Drive, who were featured on Canada’s Got Talent. We are graciously accepting items, services or monetary donations for this event. If you or anyone you know are in the position to make a donation, please contact fundraising coordinator, Kate (Dempster) McCann at 832-2603 or 647-7771 and we will arrange for pick up. Sincerely, Kate (Dempster) McCann, Erin (Rupert) Duncan, Julie Snodgrass, Kate Shannon, Katie Kilpatrick and Miranda Kilpatrick.
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MUSINGS By Debbie Hickey
PENPAL? Does this concept still exist in today’s hurry-up world of instant communications? For those who may not be familiar, “Pen pals (or penpals or pen friends) are people who regularly write to each other, particularly via postal mail. A penpal relationship is often used to practice reading and writing in a foreign language, to improve literacy, to learn more about other countries and lifestyles, and to make friendships.” - Wikipedia. I had several penpals as a kid. A couple in Newfoundland, one in Nova Scotia (those seemed so far away at the time), but the two I found most interesting were in Germany. As a young teen, I was amazed at how well they could communicate in their second language when my French wasn’t much beyond “bonjour”. Even more, I was intrigued at how different their lives were from mine, and yet how much was the same. In those dark ages before Internet this was a glimpse into a culture outside my rural New Brunswick experience. Gradually, as we all grew older and our lives became busier with friends, the letters dwindled and then stopped. My mother on the other hand has penpals with whom she has corresponded for decades. A number of years ago she even had the opportunity to meet with one or two in Australia when she travelled there. Which brings me to . . . One of her Australian penpals has a niece who would love to have a penpal in Canada. I have very little info, but will share what I have and if someone is so inclined send along a letter and see what happens. Not all friendships (whether in person or long-distance) will flourish, but some may last a lifetime. Her name is Judy Orman and her address is 306 Murray Rd, Nathalia, VIC 3638, Australia. A little Google search revealed Nathalia is a little town in the southeast of Australia, not too far from Melbourne. Her interests are bushwalking (doesn’t that sound cool), birds, photography, butterflies, moths, art and U3A. Yep, that’s what it says, U3A. Back to the internet. “U3A stands for University of the Third Age. There are U3As all over the world. U3A is a learning cooperative of older people, which encourages healthy ageing by enabling members to share many educational, creative and leisure activities. What is the Third Age? The Third Age refers to the period of time after the First Age of childhood and the Second Age of employment and parental responsibility, often called “the age of active retirement”. A U3A is a university in the original sense of the word: a community of people devoted to learning and its members are in the Third Age. (http://www.u3anetvic.org.au/About.htm)” What a concept! If someone wants to start one here, I’m in! You now know everything I know on this request. Got a little time and an interest in Australia? Here is an opportunity for you to explore it further. 800
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