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TOY DRIVE FOR SHARING CLUB UPDATE The Kiwanis Nursing Home, Fundraising Committee put on the 2nd Annual Toy Drive for the Sussex Sharing Club in November and December. Toys were collected over a three-week period and were picked up
December 13 by Lois of the Sharing club. We'd like to thank everyone who contributed to helping a child have a little bit brighter Christmas. Thank you. 4380
SUSSEX & AREA SENIORS’ CENTRE NEWS 50 Perry Street, Sussex 433-8480; sasc@ nb.aibn.com The Centre is open Monday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm (unless otherwise noted); memberships $20/person/year. Monday, January 16, 23, 30 - 9:00am Games, Cards, Chat & Art Class with Fred Harrison; 1:30pm Auction 45’s; 4:00pm, Rughookers. Monday, January 16 - 10:00am Board Meeting Tuesday, January 10, 17, 24, 31 - 9:00am Cards, Chat; 9:30am Silverados; 10:00am Rughookers and Rummoli; 12:00noon Lunch $6; 1:30pm Bingo for members; 6:30pm Shuffleboard.
Wednesday, January 11, 18, 25 - 9:00am Games, Cards, Chat; 10:00am, Fitness Class with J. Jonah; 7:00pm Jam Session. Wednesday, January 11 - 1:00pm Crib & Kiwanis Bridge. Wednesday, January 18 & 25 - 1:00pm Line Dancing. Thursday, January 12, 19, 26 - 9:00am Cards, Chat; 9:30am Bridge; 1:00-2:00pm Tai Chi. Friday, January 13, 20, 27 - 9:00am Games, Cards, Chat; 10:00am Rummoli. Friday, January 27 - 2:00pm, Travel Club. Sunday, January 15, 22, 29 - Bingo, 6:30pm Early Bird and 7:00pm Bingo. 0024
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UPHAM BREAKFAST BUFFET Breakfast will be held the second Saturday of each month 7:30-10:00am at the WI/Seniors’ Hall (2117 Rte 820) in Upham. Come and enjoy a really
filling breakfast with your friends and neighbours for only $7/adult, $4/ children under 12, pre-schoolers eat for free - or have just toast & coffee for
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COMHALTAS Come join in the fun listening, playing and enjoying Irish Music and culture in a traditional setting! Comhaltas offers Traditional Irish music sessions on Tuesdays at O'Leary's Pub (46 Princess Street, Saint John). The session begins at 7:00pm; this is a great opportunity to sit with experienced musicians
and learn tunes at a slower pace. We transition to an 'up to speed' session at 7:30. At 8:30 the circle welcomes individual tunes, songs, stories, poetry, jokes, step dance and much more! All are welcome, regardless of experience. Feel free to bring your traditional instrument or your voice
and join in - or simply sit with the other bar patrons and enjoy the traditional setting. Spread the word! Bring your friends! Listen to: fiddles, bodhrans (Irish drums), harps, tin whistles, accordions, guitars, mandolins and other traditional instruments and songs for free! G092
QUIT & GET FIT Can you picture a healthier you in 2017? Do you feel alone in your efforts to stop smoking? Join us for our free Smoking Cessation Seminar designed to help you explore your personal path to Quit & Get Fit in 2017 - to be held on Tuesday, January 17 from 7:00-
8:30pm at the Lifestyles Fitness Studio (361 William Bell Drive, Unit 3). This informative seminar will introduce you to a team of professionals in your community who can’t wait to support you on your personal journey to healthier living. Presenters include:
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FAMILY MATTERS THE CHATTY CHILD Some children just love to talk. These children make sense of their world through verbal expressions but dealing with their continuous talking can be challenging at home (and at school). Should the talking get to the point where it disrupts social interactions or the child’s ability to listen, there are a number of things parents can try without being discouraging. The basic point to remember is not to lose patience. Stopping your kid from saying something, could prevent future important talks with you. Listen. Pay attention to see what kind of "talk" you're hearing. Does it come with a lot of questions you need to answer? If your child is asking a lot of questions, spending time answering them could help slow down the non-stop talking. Quiet Time. This should be a short period of time - start with 5-10 minutes, in which nobody talks. No talking doesn't have to mean no voice. You
could choose to read your child a book, color, or go to the library. You could also expand quiet time as your child gets used to the silence. Singing. Singing can be another way children can use their voices and express themselves. Families can do it together or the child can attend singing lessons or a choir. Focus the Talk. Give your child a specific topic to research. Get him/her to talk about something meaningful if the talk is about endless things. Talking Stick. To reduce interruptions and to help your child learn how to ‘share the floor’ with other family members try a talking stick! Whoever has the stick talks and it’s passed to others who wish to share. In the moments where your chatty child is not holding the stick he or she must keep quiet, giving the child time to reflect on what is being said. This encourages consideration for others contributions to the conversation.
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A wonderful book that must surely have been written by a mom of a chatty child is called ‘My Mouth is a Volcano’. It is a story of a boy who cannot stop the words from erupting right out of him. He doesn’t understand the impact his volcano mouth has on people until he’s the victim of others’ eruptions. It helps kids understand why it’s important to have control over when you use your voice. This week keep your patience with your chatty child and enjoy the parenting journey. 0006
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MATTHEW PALMER FOOD DRIVE At every Monday meeting of the Sussex Rotary Club, tickets are sold for one lucky ticket to be drawn to get a chance to find the Joker in a deck of cards. The Joker was found on December 12 with the winning prize of $816.50 won by Bruce Northrup.
Half of the money, $408.25, was donated to The Salvation Army, in memory of Matthew Palmer’s 1st Annual Food Drive. Bruce Northrup wants to encourage more people to donate to this Food Drive. 4373
DIABETES LEARNING SERIES Everyone is welcome to attend any or all sessions of the Diabetes Learning Series, which will be held in the Conference Room of the Sussex Health Centre from 9:00-10:30am: January 17: Pattern Management (#1) - the action of different types of insulin will be reviewed, along with the role of insulin in blood sugar management. We will explore how home testing can help guide changes to improve blood sugars.
January 24: Preventing Complications - learn about the potential complication of diabetes and what you can do to prevent them! January 31: Pattern Management (#2) - in follow-up to the first pattern management class, participants will be asked to keep a record of their blood sugars for review and analysis in the group class. Call 432-3251 to reserve your seat! 4355
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LIBRARY NEWS Sussex Regional Library 46 Magnolia Avenue, 432-4585 Library Hours: Sunday & Monday closed, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am‐5:00pm, Wednesday 12:00noon‐8:00pm. Note: the Library is open Tuesday-Saturday year round. Upcoming Events: SRL Walks - Tuesdays, 9:00am join staff for a stroll around O’Connell Park. Play Group - Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00pm, playtime for preschoolers and their caregivers. Storytime & Toddlertime - Thursdays, 10:30am – all preschoolers welcome! Youth Zone - Thursdays, 4:00-5:00pm, hangout time for teens and pre-teens. Seniors’ Coffee Hour – Fridays, 2:30pm. For more information please call the library at 432-4585 & like us on facebook for further updates!
Cambridge-Narrows 2216 Lakeview Road, 488-3971 (leave voicemail),
cnrl@nb.aibn.com, cambridgenarrowsregionallibrary.ca Regular Hours - Tuesdays 10:00am4:00pm; Fridays 10:00am-1:00pm; Saturdays 1:00-4:00pm. Lakeview Bookworms Book Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. All welcome. To those who participated or supported the Library’s Christmas Concert during “Christmas Begins in Our Village’ on December 7, we wish to extend our sincere appreciation. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 0017
LINE DANCING FOR BEGINNERS The Fall Line Dancing class at the Sussex Seniors’ Centre was so popular that a new additional class, for beginners, was started on January 6 - Fridays at 11:00am. The original Fall Class will still meet weekly on
Wednesdays at 1:00pm. Instructor Sandra Alston (433-4813) encourages everyone to come and exercise your body and mind while having fun learning different rhythms and steps. One special request - each participant bring $2 weekly, which will be donated to the Sussex Sharing Club or other charities. The only fee involved is payment of membership to the Seniors’ Centre ($20/ year) after attending the second class. 4385
SENIORS’ SPRING FEST Seniors’ Spring Fest (for 50+) will be held on Thursday, April 6 from 1:004:00pm at Exhibition Park. This annual event will include bingo (cards are 1 for $2 and 3 (max) for $5), musical entertainment with Delbert Worden and Debbie Harrity. Refreshments provided. Tickets are $5 and will go on sale at the Seniors’ Resource Centre, Brunswick Square, Level III, on Wednesday, March 15, 9:00am and at Exhibition Park at 10:00am. For further information, please call the Seniors’ Resource Centre, 6338781. 4372
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LEGIONS SUSSEX RCL #20 66 Magnolia Avenue, Sussex; 432-6699 Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm. Bar Hours: Monday - closed; Tuesday 12:noon-5:00pm; Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12:00noon10:00pm; Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm (exception of special events). Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm. Executive Meeting - 1st Tuesday each month at 6:00pm. General Meeting - 1st Tuesday each month at 7:00pm (September-June). Wednesdays - Weekly 50/50 Legion Lottery draw (open to public, tickets available at Superstore, Toni's Grocery, Needs Convenience, Star Lite Video, and the Sussex Legion); Bingo - Early bird 6:30pm, regular 7:00pm (open to public). Thursdays - 8:00pm, Crib (doubles). Fridays - Chase the Ace, tickets $5 for 3, ticket sales only from 5:00-7:00pm, draw at 7:15pm, must be present to win; 7:30pm, Crib (singles).
HAVELOCK RCL #86 4684 Rte. 880, Havelock, 534-8285 2nd Monday of each month - 7:00pm Executive meeting; 8:00pm, Regular meeting. Tuesdays - 7:00pm, Crib League, more info Raymond 534-1107; Men’s City League Darts. Wednesdays - 8:00pm, House Dart League; 8:15pm, Chase the Ace draw. Thursdays - 7:00pm, Bingo & drop-in cards “200” ($5)
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PETITCODIAC RCL #41 18 Kay Street, 756-3383 Mondays - F. P. MacLaren Air Cadets, # 639, is at 6:00pm. For information on Cadets, please contact - C O David Budd - 872-1397; Phillip Candy 4336450. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:00-10:00am, Walking Club. Wednesdays - 7:00pm, Dominoes. Wednesday Dinners ($10) - 12:00noon: January 11 - Salmon; January 18 Roast Pork; January 25 - Cod Fish. Thursday, January 12 & 26 - DD's Foot Care Clinic at the Petitcodiac Legion. Call for an appointment, 3891046 or 733-8199. Friday, January 13, 20 & 27 - Chase the Ace - tickets sold from 6:008:00pm. Ticket draw at 8:15pm, sharp, 50/50 draw. Come and meet your friends and listen to some live music. For more information, call the Legion at 756-3383. The next Chase the Ace will be held on. Monday, January 23 - 10:00am2:00pm, Merry Makers 2, Cards, Bingo etc with a light lunch at noon for $6. Monday, January 16 - Coleman’s Therapeutic Footcare. For appointment 381-5422. Please check out our new page, Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 41, Petitcodiac, NB and "like" it. The Petitcodiac War Museum can be visited by arrangement. Call Cathy at 756-2068. Chairlift facility available. Hall Rental: If you wish to rent the
hall for a wedding reception, birthday celebration or any other function, please call the Legion for more information.
NORTON RCL #76 1935 Rte 121, Norton NB Mondays – 8:00pm, Auction 45’s. Tuesdays & Saturdays – 8:00pm, Double Crib. Wednesdays – 8:00pm, Summer Darts (open to all, no set teams). Thursdays – Family Charitable Bingo. Children are welcome to play if accompanied by an adult. Fridays - Chase the Ace Fundraiser for Belleisle Community Pool 5:007:00pm, Minimum Jackpot of $1,000. Tickets 3 for $5, 7 for $10, 15 for $20. Must be over 19 and present to win the draw at 7:15pm; Texas Hold’em Poker, registration begins at 7:00pm, play starts at 7:30. Ticket to play $20 with one rebuy at $20 allowed until the first break at 8:30pm. Saturdays - (evenings) Single Crib. Are you a veteran who does not receive a pension or health care benefits? For more information contact Gordon McKenzie, Service Officer RCL #76 at 432-0779. The Legion Hall is available for rent (birthdays, anniversaries, showers, etc) by contacting the Legion or Sandra at 433-4965. 0013
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THE SALVATION ARMY - KETTLE CORNER Adversity is something that athletes know a little something about. The Hampton High School football Huskies understand this and have taken the lessons they have learned in overcoming adversity on the field and are applying them to those who face challenges in their community. These young men have come to learn that everyone needs a helping hand, and in fact it is the only way things get done, and the only means by which a football game is won. As such, the Huskies have
been involved in teaching football to younger players in the community, and were present to Write for Rights at Lutz/ Longstaff /Parrish on December 10th and marched in the Hampton Santa Claus Parade. Also, for the second year in a row, this dedicated group of young men, elected to brave the cold, as volunteers, every Saturday morning in December at Jamie’s Independent Grocer in Hampton in support of The Salvation Army Christmas
Kettle Appeal. Last year these young men, along with scores of volunteers helped raised over $60,000 in support of the many in our community who are struggling to make ends meet without the added expense of Christmas. The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle is a symbol of hope to many in our community. Funds raised through the Kettles help provide direct, compassionate hands-on service to hundreds of people each year at Christmas and throughout the year. 4370
BETA SIGMA PHI DRAW WINNER Congratulations to “Charlie Marks” on winning the $500 Gift Card craw held by Theta Master, Beta Sigma Phi. Thank you to everyone who bought tickets in support of our local Food Basket. A big thank you to Hampton Pharmasave for the use of their front lobby; also, thanks to Jamie Alexander of Independent Grocer for his donation. Theta Master, Beta Sigma Phi. 4381
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Pastor Youth Pastor Rev Dwight Cole Rev Charles Kennedy 485-2635 dwightfcole@icloud.com cwkennedy@live.ca 2129 Rte 124, Hatfield Point • Church ~ 485-2257 “...I am come that they might have life and that they might have it more abundantly.” John 10:10
You Are Invited! Are you interested in knowing more about the Bible? Do you enjoy discussing God’s Word with others? If so, why not consider joining our small group Bible Study on Tuesday mornings from 11:00-12:00. This FREE Bible Study offers opportunity to learn, discuss, and ask questions about various topics in the scripture. For more details please contact Dwight Cole at 485-2635 or simply show up. Outreach Pentecostal Church 2129 Rte 124, Hatfield Point
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INVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE THE PARK AND ‘NO-PAY’ OPTIONS When financial markets become a little uncertain – some investors get nervous. Uncertainty and nervousness can cause some investors to flee equities and jump into fixed income investments that they feel will provide more certainty and protection from investment losses. But… there may be a price for playing it too safe financially, like the loss of buying power from ignoring opportunities to keep your investments growing. The GIC refugees: Canadians have $500 billion in Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs). Safe, yes – but socalled ‘safe’ investments earn low income - and GICs are actually a ‘no-interest’ option, especially when you factor in taxes and inflation. So, by parking too much of your non-registered portfolio in locked, fixed income investments, you could lock yourself out of the opportunity for growth. Look at it this way: The real return on an average one-year GIC was actually negative every single year
over the last decade while, during the same time frame., the 10-year return for Canadian equities on the S&P/TSX Index was 7.97%. The savings account sideliners: In fluctuating markets, some investors choose to sit on the savings account sidelines - which at least partially contributes to the fact that there is currently $670 billion sitting dormant in Canadian savings accounts, roughly $200 billion more than average.. By sitting it out on the financial sidelines, these investors missed out when the market began its steady climb while those who stayed invested capitalized on the upside of the market and reduced the impact of shortterm volatility. The market moves fast and often with no warning. Strong gains can easily be missed by sitting on the sidelines. Buying power erosion: Often, the price of play-safe investment options can be the erosion of your money over time due to inflation. On the other hand,
by choosing the right investments and sticking with your investment plan, you will be positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities as they arise. Including equities in your portfolio can be the best way to protect your purchasing power and grow your wealth over time. But always remember, it’s a range of asset classed (yes, even fixed income investments) working together that is the vital key to increasing future income, offsetting rising costs, and reaching all your financial goals. Your professional advisor can help you get your investments out of ‘park’ and into ‘drive. 0036 Steve Downey PFP Consultant Investors Group
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UNFILTERED HOSTING YOUR OWN WINE TASTING PARTY Wine tasting parties are becoming more popular than ever. They are fun and easy to host and allow your guests to try a variety of different wines and wine styles. Even the ‘non-wine drinker’ can find something they love. To ensure that your event is a success, keep in mind; Choose a place in your home that has enough space and is well lit. Your space should also be free from any dominant scents (flowers, plants, scented candles, coffee, etc.) as they can really overpower the bouquets of some wines. Determine if you will be serving any food. Having a few appetizers on hand is a great idea because it allows everybody to experiment with food and wine pairing. I like to encourage guests to not only find good pairings but undesirable ones as well. If you will not be serving any food consider at least having a few palate cleansers on hand - bread, crackers, plain chips and even some cheeses. Some
classic examples of foods to have on hand to experiment with are; apples, cheese, grapes, lemon, pates, smoked fish and crackers. There are two essential things that every wine tasting party must have - water and spit cups. Some guests may choose to spit the wine rather than swallow it. This is standard practice in the industry when judging competitions and many wines are being tasted. Glassware is extremely important. We all have seen beautifully coloured wine glasses, however plain, clear, hand washed, well rinsed glasses are best. They should have a wider bowl with a more tapered rim which concentrates the aromas and allows for proper oxidation. Order of service is key at a wine tasting party. Whites should always be served before reds. Light bodied wines should come before full bodied wines. Dry wines should always be drunk before sweet. Each guest should be provided a glass of water as well as a pen and piece of paper to write down their impressions
of each wine. Hold it up to the light to see how it reflects, describe the colour and transparency. Next you will want to swirl the wine and nose it. Which scents can you identify? Is the wine simple or complex? Are the aromas pronounced or subtle? Finally, it is time to taste the wine. Swish it around to coat your entire mouth. Notice its flavours, intensity, acidity, tannins and finish. Encourage your guests to talk about each wine and share their likes, dislikes, and which food they think would be a good match. Wine tasting parties are a great way to learn about wine. Happy hosting! 0042
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Lisa’s Playhouse celebrates our 10 year anniversary – Growing stronger each year, we operate with 13 staff members and numerous children through Lisa’s Playhouse, Tir na nog Forest School and Apohaqui After School programs. For a number of years, Lisa Brown has had a keen interest in outdoor learning for young children. She and her husband Seamus opened Lisa’s Playhouse Children’s Learning Centre in 2007 with the thoughts that one day she would expand and open a forest school program based on the Scandinavian model. After many months of research and planning, Tír na nÓg Forest School opened its invisible doors in September 2013 on a five acre forested woodlot behind Lisa’s Playhouse in Sussex. The land around Lisa’s Playhouse and Tír na nÓg Forest School is very familiar to Lisa and holds a soft spot in her heart. The children who attend her programs visit the same special places she used to when she was their age. It is her hope and dream to be successful in reconnecting children to the natural world so that when they
of volunteers, were deserving of our donation but only one can receive, so the members voted and chose Greater Fundy Ground Search and Rescue as the recipient of our $8,100 collective donation. Our next meeting will be held in March in Hampton with a date and venue to be announced later. Any ladies interested in becoming members can join at our meetings or can go to our website, 1 0 0 w o m e nw h o c a r e k i n g s c o u nt y. weebly.com, and sign up under the ‘Join Us’ tab. 4378
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100 WOMEN WHO CARE OF KINGS COUNTY In spite of stormy weather and messy roads, our meeting on December 15 at the Saint Francis Xavier Church Hall in Sussex saw a large contingent of our members show up. Our first presenters of the meeting were Meredith Reicker and Kyla Muir speaking about their relatively new project, the SES Breakfast Program. Next we had Alfie Smith speak to us about the role the
Sussex Sharing Club plays, providing food, Christmas dinners and gifts to many local families. Lastly, Samantha Warman spoke about the role the Greater Fundy Ground Search and Rescue plays in their territory of Fundy/Alma, to Jemseg to the other side of Hampton and all points in between, roughly 4000 kms. All three of these groups, made up
KINGS COUNTY MUSEUM UPDATE The Kings County Museum in Hampton is closed for the winter. However, for family tree research only, the museum is open now on Saturdays from 1:305:00pm and on Mondays from 10:00am2:00pm. If you’ve been wondering about your ancestors, come to the Kings County Museum - we might have the information you’re looking for! The charge is $10 for non-members of the Kings County Historical Society, and free for members. 4365
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MEMORY CAFÉ IN SUSSEX The Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick, in partnership with the Department of Social Development, holds a Memory Café program in Sussex on the last Sunday of each month (except December, June & July) from 2:004:00pm at the Salvation Army Sussex Community Church. The Memory Café is a place where people with dementia, their families and professional caregivers come to meet once a month and are intended to be a real café, providing a warm, relaxed environment for social
interaction without judgment. Families who come to the Café each month enjoy refreshments, entertainment, education and friendship. The Memory Café reduces social isolation and provides information and education for families. If you would like to get involved in the Memory Café and have five hours a month that you can share we would appreciate hearing from you. For more information: memorycafe@alzheimer. nb.ca, 1-800-664-841 or on FB Memory Café. G149
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COUNTRY MUSIC JAM & OPEN MIC A Country Music Jam is held every Wednesday 7:00-10:00pm at the Sussex Senior’s Centre (Golden Jubilee Hall off Leonard Drive), Perry Street off Leonard Drive. Back-up musicians: Ed Arsenault, Jim Morrison, Stan Ruthan, Ken Rossiter, Ken Campbell and Percy Clouston with MC Bryant Simpson. Everyone welcome - bring a friend - play, sing, just listen dance the night away. Canteen is open at 6:00pm. Admission by donation at the door. For more info contact George Cripps at 512-2210 or Bryant Simpson 432-1439 or the Seniors’ Centre (Carolyn) 433-8480. G126
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ALL-TERRAIN CLUB DONATION Jeff Branscombe, President of Sussex Valley All-Terrain Club presented Major Stan Folkins of the Salvation Army a cheque for $500. The funds went toward the Salvation Army's Christmas Campaign to assist local families in need. 4376
VARIETY BASKET WINNER The winner of the " Christmas Variety Basket" draw, sponsored by the Stewards Committee of Southfield United Church was John Welton of Apohaqui. Thank you to all who supported this fundraiser and helped make it a big success. Also, thank you to the businesses where we were allowed to sell tickets on our basket. To Ossekeag Publishing, we thank you for advertising our events and fundraisers throughout the year. All is much appreciated. Stewards Committee of Southfield United Church. 4382
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ASK MARY DOES TALKING HELP? I talk about my grief all the time, but it doesn’t seem to help. What else can I do? We all have a story to tell about who we are and why we turned out the way we did. Some of us have the perfect story of loving friends and family with lots of laughter. But most of us have had to navigate around the worry and pain of life. Your family life, childhood and culture have given you a background. Now you get to take all of your past and create your journey from today onwards. I know it’s hard once you lose your loved one. I relate it to being on a double highway with someone to share the journey with and then all of a sudden you are in the ditch and by yourself. Sure you get out of the ditch but now you’re on a single lane highway without a map. If you don’t want to be wandering aimlessly, you will have to reframe your life and write out a new map. Consider yourself the storyteller of your life, talk about your heroes, struggling with your
dragons and facing the loneliness of being single. Write your story from the hero’s perspective and describe how you faced your despair and turned it into newfound strengths. You say, “I talk about my grief all the time, but it doesn’t seem to help.” This is where disclosing the tough stuff by writing it all out with the intention of letting it go, will help you to grieve and heal. Meanwhile, find a quiet place where you will not be disturbed for at least half an hour. Write about it all, including any thoughts or feelings you have. Do not edit what you write, just write out in a steady stream of emotion: What have you fought and learned?; What lessons do you have to pass on to your children and grandchildren?; How have you become a better person?; What struggles and injustices did you overcome?; What are your strengths, weaknesses and disappointments? Writing in a journal has a powerful positive effect on your immune system
and physical well-being, but more important it is a way to release difficult emotions that cannot be spoken out into the world. I believe that written thoughts have the capacity to create and reframe our lives. True, our lives don’t look like what we had planned but perhaps some new thoughts can help us reduce our stress and gain a broader understanding of what we still have to be thankful for. Please email me your questions: m a r y @ thesister h o o d ofwidows. com. 0016 Mary Francis Early Intervention Field Traumatologist(EIFT) And Recovery Specialist
Sake: Is a lovely petite 1 1/2 year old female.
Her coat is long-haired, a mix of dove grey, white and beige. Her eyes are pale grey in color. She was in poor condition when she arrived at the Sanctuary, but with loving care, good food and a warm bed, she has gained back her ‘fighting weight’ and her coat is beautiful again. She’s very friendly and gentle; loves to be petted and certainly knows how to purr. Saké has been spayed, vaccinated and all parasites taken care of. Paws & Whiskers Sanctuary Inc. Email: paws@bellaliant.net www.pawssussex.ca PO Box 4816 Sussex, NB E4E 5L1 Paws and Whiskers Sanctuary Inc. is a registered non-profit charitable organization operated solely by volunteers.
Sake If interested in adopting Saké, please contact the Sanctuary via e-mail or better still, fill out an Adoption Application Form from our web site.
Adoption fee for cats in our care is $125 which includes:
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MORE THAN FITNESS GET FIT 150 With the new year upon us, many people are making resolutions for the things they want to achieve in 2017 and often times these goals and resolutions have to do with physical activity or other lifestyle changes. While resolutions are easy to make, they are not so easy to stick to. Resolutions may be set with the best of intentions but keeping on track can be a very difficult thing to do. Why not make 2017 the year this changes for you? This year, in honor of Canada’s 150th Birthday, I am issuing a “Get Fit 150” Challenge to one and all to find a way to meet or exceed Health Canada’s Physical Activity guidelines for adults to “accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity aerobic physical activity per week in bouts of 10 minutes or more”. By setting a goal to get active and consistently meeting it, you will be well on your way to a healthier you in 2017! In order to stick to your goal, find ways
that you can hold yourself accountable. The first thing to do is make sure you write your goal down. Keep it in a place where you will see it on a regular basis so you will be reminded each day what you have set out to accomplish. Another great way to stay on track is by sharing your goal with others. Tell your friends and family members what you have set out to do and ask them for their help to keep you on track towards achieving it. If you choose to take the “Get Fit 150” challenge, encourage a friend or family member to join you - having a “workout buddy” committed to the same goal is a great way to stay focused and to receive encouragement on the days that seem more challenging. Finding activities that you find fun or exciting is another great way to stay motivated. What makes you want to get out and move? Do you enjoy group activities, sports, walks in nature or some other form of physical activity that really make you happy? If you find the
things that really bring enjoyment, you will be much more likely to stay on track. Finally, if you really want to succeed, be forgiving of yourself and don’t be afraid to fall of the wagon now and again. If you take an “all or nothing” approach, you will find yourself quickly giving up on your goals. Remember, we all have a bad day or sometimes even a bad week! If you miss the mark now and again, don’t abandon the goal altogether. Remember, tomorrow is a new day and you always have the chance to start over! 0044
Jennifer Gendron Certified Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor Specialist
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SRHS THANK YOU SRHS Grad Class of 2017 would like to thank Blair and Rosalyn Hyslop of Mrs. Dunster’s and the volunteers of the Apohaqui Recreation Centre for their support during our recent Grad Class Christmas Party.
Our next event is the Prom Fashion Show, which will be held on Wednesday, February 15 from 6:30-8:00pm. We will accept dresses at the Sussex Regional High School office, 55 Leonard Drive from January
9-February 3 for donation or on consignment. Interested vendors are asked to contact Mrs. Stairs (Stacey.stairs@nbed.nb.ca) if you would like to sell items in the lobby prior to the show. 4383
GOLDEN K CLUB DONATION The Sussex Vale Golden K Club recently made a donation to the Kiwanis Nursing Home “A Place to Call Home” capital campaign. “These funds will be used to update our Resident rooms which were built in 1979,” explained Kiwanis Nursing
Home Administrator Keri Marr. “We have already started the renovations and the feedback has been excellent – we greatly appreciate the support from the Golden K members”. The nursing home’s capital campaign will continue throughout 2017 and
includes projects to renovate 34 resident rooms and other building spaces, a new wheelchair van, a new courtyard and furnishings and equipment. 4375
In Memory of c
Judy M Laughlin May 21, 1954 - Jan. 19, 2014
Always Loved & Sadly Missed
L-r: Keith Fletcher, Don Stiles, Keri Marr, Bliss Johnson, Sonny Morrow
Lloyd & Crystal (Williams) Taber
Happy 80th
are very happy to announce the engagement
Louise Cosman
Birthday!
Philip Taber to Meg Collins daughter of Carrie & Derek Collins of Hamilton, Ontario An August 2018
wedding is planned
by Mom, Bob, Charlee, Matthew, Shirley, Jim, Frank, Valarie, Edward, Carmen and their families
Reception at All Seasons Restaurant in Sussex Sunday, Jan 15, 2017 2-4 pm Come and bring your friends.
The family of Eva Lisson would like to thank all who helped to make her final hours comfortable, the Red Cross girls and the Extra-Mural girls. We also would like to thank all who visited her, sent cards and food to the house, and for all the phone calls. We will always remember your kindness. January 10th - January 23rd, 2017
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“RE-GIFT” OLD CLOTHING FOR A GOOD CAUSE Are you having trouble fitting those new gifts into your dressers, closets and cupboards? Don’t trash your old duds and sundries, stash them in bags and boxes and gift them to the Community Collection program in support of the New Brunswick Association for Community Living. Not only is it smart recycling, it’s also a great new way of “regifting,” because the funds generated from your generosity help people with an intellectual disability, and their families, right here in New Brunswick. It's easy - just drop off your bags in one of our BOBs (Big Orange Bins) in your area, or take advantage of our convenient pick-up service. To locate a BOB near you, or for a list of items you can donate, check out nbacl.nb.ca and click on Community Collection Program. For a donation pick-up, call NBACL at 1-866-NBACL4U (1866-622-2548), Option 1, to make arrangements. Thanks in advance for your kind generosity. 4384
WHAT’S HAPPENING Monday, January 16 Canaan-Washademoak Watershed Association meeting 7:30-9:30pm at the Cambridge-Narrows Municipal Buildiing (6 Municipal Lane, Cambridge-Narrows). Screening Leonardo DeCaprio’s documentary on climate change “Before the Flood”. Discussion to follow. Documentary trailer available on YouTube. All welcome.
Saturday, January 21 Breakfast at St. John’s United Church Centre (Sussex Corner) 7:00am10:00am. Bacon, eggs, homefries, toast, donuts and tea/coffee, juice. $6/person. Sponsored by the Men’s Group.
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Wednesday, January 25 Golden Years Fellowship, 10:00am1:00pm for ages 55+ at the Penobsquis Baptist Church. Theme “Remembering yesteryear”. Menu - hasbrown bake, beans & dessert. Singing & fellowship. Freewill offering. Come and bring a friend. Tuesday, January 31 Sussex Art Club meeting 1:00pm in the Sobey’s Community Room (upstairs, elevator available, ask Sobeys staff for help). Short meeting followed by art program. New members are always welcome.
Tuesday, January 24 Penobsquis Community Enrichment Committee - PCEC - Annual General Meeting at the Penobsquis
433-1160
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Community Centre, 132 Penobsquis Loop Road at 7:00pm. Everyone welcome! Storm date - January 31.
Service Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-12pm Sun CLOSED
HAMPTON-PIGGS PEAK NEWS The late Tyler Henderson was one of the pioneers of the Hampton-Piggs Peak Partnership and his spirit continues to inspire our annual coffee house. On December 19, we enjoyed the performances of the HHS band, directed by Christine Dowling and John Giberson; the HHS glee club, directed by Christine Dowling; Patrick Donovan and Doug Brenton; Bill Preeper, Sandy McKay and Clinton Charlton (Bonnet House); Paige Stevenson and Aaden Gray; Gillian Urquhart; and Derek Doucet. Thank you to the performers and the organizer, Laura Myers. We were also fortunate to have in attendance at the coffee house, a 27 yearold young man who shared the following words. “My name is Linda Mathunjwa, a Swazi from the Piggs Peak area, the place where people from Hampton help kids trying to get to school with fees. I’m one of the students who graduated from the programme because of help from the Hampton community. I started high school in 2007 and could not afford to pay the school fees. The Hampton programme helped solve the problem by
taking me under their wing.” “In 2009 the group was paying only part of the school fees but there was also an examination fee that needed to be paid in Form 3 (grade 10) that I didn’t have. 2010 marked the year when Hampton started paying full school fees as well as external exam fees for both Form 3 and 5, which might have been caused by the knowledge of my situation, as well as some other cases like mine which also surfaced.” “We are grateful to the people here in Hampton, who donate money to the Piggs Peak partnership. Because you changed my life, I now work as a paramedic for both Swaziland and South Africa. I also help the Hampton Piggs Peak partners in the recruiting of poor kids like me. Bev Harrison and I interview kids, go to their homesteads, and coordinate with the head teachers. I am the eyes and ears of the programme in Swaziland. Children in Swaziland want education, as it is the only hope to prosper in life. Also going to school is the only place where the kids can get a meal, because they can’t afford to get food back on their homestead.” “Not only did the group give me a good
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Laura Myers and Linda Mathunjwa education, but I am like one of them now. I am part of the Hampton Piggs Peak partners. I have learned how to help other people help themselves through education. I believe that I should give back to others what has been given to me as best I can. I am happy for such a privilege.” For more information, contact me, Mark Bettle, at 832-0003 or markbettle1@ gmail.com. 0010
In support of
Sussex Relay For Life June 10th
Chase the Ace will run every Saturday (minus holidays), tickets will be sold from 5:30-7:30 and draw to be shortly after at Uncle G’s
(10 Park St, Sussex).
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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS FOR RENT KODIAC PLACE AFFORDABLE housing apartments. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available. Includes cable TV. The building is secure & we have a common room. Close to all amenities. Call Bev at 860-0338.
FOR SALE FARM FRESH CHICKENS nonmedicated, free run. 6-10 lbs, $3.50/ lb. Available weekly. Goddard Farms. 433-2544.
NOTICES STEEVES SETTLEMENT BAPTIST CHURCH, 250 Steeves Settlement Road, will be having a Sunday afternoon
service on January 22, at 3:00pm. All welcome! For more information call 534-2714.
SERVICES OFFERED HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. MARITIME RIGGING SUPPLIES - Traction chains - wire rope cable - chain - towing & lifting - tie down products...Action Car & Truck Accessories...Tonneau Covers Aluminum Utility truck boxes etc. Please call 832-1198 Day or Evening. MOBILE HAIR STYLIST, perms, cuts, etc. Will come to your home. Call
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