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Growing up, I didn’t display many maternal instincts. I had “career Barbie” long before it was fashionable. My Barbie was a lawyer or a doctor or a pilot… she was always well dressed and I spent a great deal of time styling hair and deciding which briefcase best fit the career of the day. My sister on the other hand was very maternal. She had a set of “quint” dolls and generously offered to share the babies with me so that my Barbie could also be a mom but I declined. So while my Barbie was off being professional, my sister’s Barbie was home being domestic. The same pattern held true when playing dolls, My Little Pony or a myriad of other games all little girls play. As adults I embraced my career. I liked knowing what my daily schedule would be, knowing that I would be able to dress in pretty clothes, style my hair, do my nails, and experiment with makeup. I enjoyed the challenge posed by working with tight deadlines and the thrill of contributing to a “win” for my employer’s clients. The little rush that I would get when I found that elusive bit of case law, the missing piece of a puzzle that could mean the difference between a common-law spouse receiving a fair division of assets or losing everything served as a natural high for me. My sister on the other hand is known as “mother nature”. She is now a mom of four boys, a step-mom to an adult son and a grandmother to her stepson’s two children. She also babysits, runs a playgroup and is hoping to
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Tuesday, May 8 Sit’n Paint Sussex Regional High School in Room # 2010 from 6:30-8:30pm. Cost is $30 must register at stacey.stairs@nbed. nb.ca. Kreative Kids corner $10/children ages 4+. Supporting Safe Grad. Wednesday, May 9 Annual Meeting of Coles Island Cemetery Inc., 7:00pm at Coles Island United Baptist Church, Coles Island. Lions’ Monthly Public Lunch Sussex Lions' Club, 58 Willow Court 11:30am1:00pm. $8/person, Ham Potato Scallop, Rolls, Lemon Dessert. Take-out Available, 433-5453. All welcome. Thursday, May 10 Parkinson Meeting 2:00pm at the Sussex Legion, Magnolia Avenue. Guest speaker and light lunch. Info: Leona, 433-5342; Jackie, 488-2835. All welcome. Saturday, May 12 Brent Mason Live at Sussex Arts Centre (AX), 12 Maple Avenue, Sussex
at 7:30pm. Brent is an acclaimed local singer-songwriter. Tickets are limited so stop at AX or call 433-8351. Spring Plant Sale Sun Nurseries, 47 Morrow Avenue Sussex. 9:00am-4:00pm hosted by Communities in Bloom. Plant, Bake and Yard Sale St. Andrew's Anglican Church Women, Petitcodiac from 8:00am-12:00noon. St.Andrew's Church, 61 Church Street, Petitcodiac. Mother’s Day Vendor and Crafts Sale Havelock Memorial Hall, 9:00am-2:00pm Over 20 tables of great gift ideas, 50/50 and basket tickets. All proceeds going to school breakfast program. Mother’s Day Tea hosted by Carsonville Head of Millstream U.C.W. from 12:002:00pm at the Millstream Rec Centre in Berwick. All are Welcome. Mother’s Day Supper Smith’s Creek Hall 3:30-6:30pm. Ham, beans, potato scallop, sweet & sour meatballs and layer cakes. $10/adults, $5/children 6-12, under 6 free. Proceeds for United Church.
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Thursday, May 17 Salad Plate Take Out Wesley United Church, Berwick. Ham, potato salad, etc, carrot cake for dessert. $9/person. Please order by May 11, 433-2544, 433-3355, 433-4229 or email lfolkins@nbnet.nb.ca. Saturday, May 19 Fundraiser for Belleisle Creek Hall. Ham, beans & potato scallop supper, pie for dessert. Belleisle Creek Hall from 4:006:00pm. $10/Adults, $5/children 5-12, pre-schoolers free. Saturday, May 26 Spring Horse Show Westmorland County Agricultural Fair, Spring FUNdraiser Weekend. 9:00am at the Fairgrounds, $5/person. For entry forms or more info please contact Chelsey Hicks, 380-7377. Annual Havelock Lions Club Auction at the Havelock Memorial Hall. Viewing at 6:00pm, Auction at 7:00pm. Info: Mort Mills, 534-2502 or Ward Corey, 534-2426. All donations appreciated. Sussex Relay for Life June 9th
Please join us at 1:00pm for our 80’s themed family BBQ to kick off relay. Opening Ceremonies starting at 6:00pm Survivor’s Victory Lap, Luminary Ceremony, Open to the public. live music, 80’s theme and other fun activities!!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Monday, May 28 Nature Sussex 7:00pm St. Mark's Anglican Church hall, 4 Needle Street Sussex Corner, with presentation on Ticks and Lyme Disease by Dr. Vett Lloyd, Biology Professor, Mount Allison University. Wednesday, May 30 Golden Years Fellowship Age 55+ 10:30am-1:00pm, Penobsquis Baptist Church. Special speaker; Betty Kennett, The garden lady. BBQ with ice cream sundaes. Invite a friend. Free Will offering. Games. Saturday, June 2 Annual Spring Breakfast supporting
Cornhill Community Hall 7:00-9:00am (while quantities last) 1205 Baseline Road Cornhill. $8/adults, $5/children. Women's Institute with Sale Table. Fashion Show and Sale at Belleisle Community Centre, Springfield 1:00pm. Admission $10, Fashions by Alia n Tanja. Lunch provided. Advance tickets call Joyce, 485-2491. Sponsored by Kings Kirk United Church.
Sunday, June 3 Music Night Sussex Baptist at 7:00pm. Guests are Alexis McDermott & Chris Kyle, Lauren McDermott & Al Smith, St. Paul’s Choir, Al Smith, Leon & Audrey Daigle. Freewill offering to Kiwanis Nursing Home.
SUSSEX HOMECOMING We are having a 60's Homecoming in Sussex this summer on Monday, July 9 and Tuesday, July 10. This Home Coming is open to anyone who went to SHS in the 1960's their spouses/partners, graduation is not a requirement. This event will take place at the "big tent" being erected by Jubilee Hall. There will be a Meet and Greet on Monday night, Lunch on Tuesday as well as a gala Dinner and Dance on Tuesday night. Music for the dance will be provided by the VIP’s a group we all danced to in the 60’s, after many, many years they are back to celebrate with us. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, share old memories and make new ones. Register now, registration forms are available at Morris Music. For more information call Carolyn Kelly, 433-5492 or carolynkelly60@gmail.com. 4950
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BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY Queens County Heritage celebrates the Bicentennial Birthday of Sir Leonard Tilley, New Brunswick’s Father of Confederation, Saturday, May 12 at 7:00pm at the Queens County Court House, 16 Court
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NOTICE OF TENDER LSD OF CARDWELL Department of Environment & Local Government is now accepting tenders for lawn maintenance (twice a year) at the Penobsquis Water System’s Well and Water Tower properties, dry hydrants and sampling stations for the year 2018. Specifications available by calling 506-832-6000. Tenders will be accepted until May 30, 2018 at Department of Environment & Local Government, 2-410 William Bell Dr., Hampton NB E5N 2C2. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Contact for Details: Milburn Rossiter, Fire Chief Penobsquis Fire Department Tel: (506) 433-2876 Hall: (506) 432-6604
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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 12:00 noon‐8:00pm. Tuesdays - SRL Walks, 9:00am. Join the staff for a walk around O’Connell Park. Thursdays - Story Time for 3-5 year olds and Toddler Time for 18-36 months are offered at 10:30am. Join us for stories, songs, games, rhymes and crafts. Wednesday, May 23 - Resume/Cover Letter Workshop, 2:30-3:30pm. Free program with The Work Room. Wednesday, May 23 - Movie presentation; A Wrinkle in Time, 6:00pm. Wednesday, May 30 - Build with LEGO at 6:30pm. Wednesday, May 30 - Storm Water Awareness Presentation, 6:30pm. Kennebecasis Watershed Restoration
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Committee speaking on rain barrels. Thursday, May 24 - Interview Skills Workshop, 2:30-3:30pm. Free program with The Work Room. Friday, May 11, 25 - New Release Fridays, check out our new arrivals. Friday, May 18 - Senior Coffee Hour at 10:30pm. Zen colouring, Sudoku and Crosswords available. Saturday, May 12 - Mother’s Day Craft Drop In, all day craft table. Saturday, May 12 - Adult Book Club at 10:00am. Shanghai Girls by Lisa See. Saturday, May 19 - Royal Tea at 2:00pm celebrating Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Tea and Wedding Cake. Saturday, May 26 - Barbie Club, last Saturday of the month. Toys supplied. For more information on these or any other programs, please call 4324585 or Facebook.
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(leave voicemail), cnrl@nb.aibn.com, cambridge-narrowsregionallibrary.ca Hours: Tuesdays, 10:00am-4:00pm; Fridays, 10:00am-1:00pm; Saturdays, 1:00-4;00pm. Lakeview Bookworms Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. Call, 4883344. STUDENTS: We are now accepting applications for summer employment. If you are interested, place your resume in the drop box next to the door of the Library. The Library provides a number of services along with a wide assortment of fiction and nonfiction books for adults and children. It provides fax, photocopying and a WIFI hotspot to name just a few additional services. Check our website for other events happening in the area. Contact Brenda at 488-3418. 0017
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. Mondays - 9:00am Games, Cards, Chat & Art Class With Fred Harrison; 1:00pm Auction 45’s, 4:00pm Rug Hookers. Tuesdays - 9:00 am Games, Cards, Chat; 9:30 am Silverados; 10:00am Rughookers and Rummoli; 12:00 noon Lunch ($6$7); 1:30pm Bingo for members. 6:30pm Shuffleboard. Thursdays - 9:00am Games, Cards, Chat; 9:30am Bridge; 1:00 pm Tai Chi. Fridays - 9:00am Games, Cards & Chat; 11:00am Line Dancing Intermediate/
Beginners; 1:00pm Rummoli. Sundays - 6:30pm Early Bird Bingo, 7:00pm Regular Bingo. Wednesday, May 9 - 9:00am Games, Cards & Chat; 10:00am Fitness Class; 11:30am Beginners Line Dancing; 1:00pm Crib & Kiwanis Bridge; 7:00pm Jam Session with MC Bryant Simpson & Countryside Backup Group. Wednesday, May 16 - 9:00am Games, Cards & Chat; 10:00am Fitness Class; 11:30am Beginners Line Dancing; 1:00pm Crib; 1:00pm Line Dancing; 3:30pm Aktion Club; 7:00pm Jam Session with MC Bryant Simpson & Countryside Backup Group. 0024
W.C.A.F SPRING FUNDRAISER WEEKEND Come join us on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 for the Westmorland County Agricultural Fair. The Spring Horse Show starts at 9:00am on Saturday at the Fairgrounds. $5/person. For entry forms or more info please contact Chelsey Hicks at 380-7377. Saturday night we will be holding a Barn Dance at the Livestock Building at
9:30pm. This dance is a 19+ event, ID is required. $10 at the door. Live music with Ben and Liz, Dynamic Duo. For More info contact Sammy Jo at 866-9179. On Sunday, May 27 we are holding the Double Horse Pull, 2:00pm at the Fairgrounds. Cost is $5/person. For more information please contact Nick at 4351025. 4951
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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. Enjoy music with the Countryside Backup Group 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: Bryant Simpson 432-1439 or the Seniors’ Centre (Linda) 433-8480. G126
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On May 3rd, Pat Alexander turned 60 years old. We are celebrating her birthday May 12th at St. John’s Center, Sussex Corner. All friends and family are invited to attend for a cup of tea and snacks. See you there! Best Wishes Only
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LEGIONS SUSSEX RCL #20 66 Magnolia Avenue, Sussex; 432-6699 Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am4:00pm. Bar Hours: Monday - closed; Tuesday 12:00 noon-5:00 pm; Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12:00 noon10:00 pm; Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm (exception of special events). Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm. 1st Tuesday each month - Executive meeting at 6:30pm, General Meeting at 7:00 pm (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 6:30 pm, regular 7:00 pm (open to public). Thursdays - 8:00 pm, 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). Sunday, May 27 - Vets & Friends At Norton Legion Branch #76, 2:00pm. HAVELOCK RCL #86 4684 Rte. 880, Havelock, 534-8285 2nd Monday of each month - Regular meeting at 8:00pm. 2nd Saturday of each month - Breakfast of eggs, bacon, ham or sausage, toast, home fries, juice, tea or coffee. 7:30The Family of the Late
Carl Mercer extend a heartfelt thank you to family, friends, neighbours and his community for their thoughts, prayers, calls and support during this difficult time. We are grateful to Sherwood’s Funeral Home for all their help and support and to Rev. Leslie Anthony for a very uplifting service. Dad would have approved.
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10:00am, $8/adults, $5/kids under 10. Tuesdays - 7:30 pm Drop in crib $4/ person. Wednesdays - 11:00 am-2:00 pm, Seniors’ bingo, games & light lunch ($5/ person). 8:00pm - Darts. Thursdays - 7:00pm, Bingo. 7:00 pm 200 cards open league, $5. Prize money paid each night. Fridays - Chase the Ace 6:00-8:00 pm, draw at 8:15pm. Darts for meat, pay per round, 7:30pm. Sunday, May 12 - Mother’s Day Breakfast 7:30-10:00am. Free breakfast draw. Get your tickets on a Mother’s Day Basket, tickets available at the Legion. Saturday, June 16 - Show and Shine featuring the Sussex Asphalt Angels and local cars. 1:00-4:00pm. Rentals call; Betty Maxwell, 2331372; Heather McLong, 534-2237; Eddie Vaughan, 756-0707. Like us on Facebook at Havelock Legion Members and Friends.
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 Jason Forester 850-9276; Phillip Candy 4336450. Monday, Wednesday and Friday Walking club 9:00-10:00am. Wednesdays - Dominoes 7:00pm. Fridays - Darts for Meat 7:30pm, Blind Doubles, $2/per round. Fridays - Chase the Ace. Tickets sold from 6:30-8:00pm. Ticket draw at 8:15pm sharp. 50/50 draw. Come and meet your friends and enjoy live music. Every month we donate 10% to a different charity. May charity is Petitcodiac Public Library. Wednesday Dinners - 12:00 noon; May 9, Pork Chops & Mushroom Sauce; May 16, Cod Fish; May 23, Roast Beef; May 30, Cod fish. Thursday, June 6 - Regular monthly meeting. Executive meeting 7:00pm, general meeting 8:00pm. Monday, May 28 - Coleman’s Therapeutic Foot care, Jessica Coleman, LPN advanced foot care technician. Call for an appointment, 381-5422. Monday, June 4 - Seniors meeting at 2:00pm. Supper at 4:30pm, . Monday, May 14, 28 - Merry Makers
LEGIONS 2, 10:00am-2:00pm. Cards, bingo, etc. Light lunch at noon, $6. Thursday, May 10, 24 - DD’s Foot Care Clinic at the Legion. For appointment call 389-1046 or 733-8199 (cell). Friday, May 11 - Kiwanis Trivia, doors open 6:30pm, game starts 7:30pm. Maximum six players/team, maximum 20 teams. $150/per team. Info; Rick Brown, 331-0205. Friday, May 25 - Petitcodiac Sportsman Club Fundraiser Dinner, doors open at 6:00pm with Roast Beef Dinner at 7:00pm. $40/draw ticket, $60/dinner & draw ticket. Info; Stirling Goddard, 372-5281. Saturday, May 26 - Air Cadets Breakfast, F.P. MacLaren Air Cadets # 639 of Petitcodiac. 7:00-10:00am, $8/ ages 12 & up, $4/ages 6-12, free/5 & under. Bake sale. Info; Jason Forester, 850-9276. Sunday, May 27 - Money Crib at 1:30pm. Registration starts at 1:00pm. Soup and sandwiches will be available for a small price. There is a registration fee and bring a partner. If a Legion member know of another member who is ill or in the hospital, please call Jackie Miller, 756-8558. If no answer, please leave a message. Please check out our new Facebook page, Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 41, Petitcodiac and "like" it. The Petitcodiac War Museum can be visited by arrangements. Check our facebook page, Petitcodiac War Museum. 756-7461 or call Cathy at 7562068. 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.
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2. Insect related to the grasshoppers. The male produces a chirping sound. 3. Dies after it stings 4. Wingless external parasite of mammals and birds 5. Winged insect that pierces host's skin to suck their blood 9. A small beetle, typically red with black spots
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SUSSEX TEA ROOM RUG HOOKERS The Sussex Tea Room Rug Hookers meet Tuesday mornings from 10:00am12:00noon and Monday evenings 4:006:00pm at the Golden Jubilee Hall (50 Perry Street, beside the 8th Hussars arena). Beginner and experienced rug hookers welcome! For more information: Bev Floyd 433-4734, Erin McKenna 433-5737.
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The party that got back to us the earliest was the Green Party. They currently hold one seat and are hoping for some big change this September. This week I had the pleasure of interviewing John Sabine (Hampton), Ann McAllister (Rothesay), and Marilyn MerrittGray ( G a g e t o w n - Pe t i t c o d i a c ) . I started off my interview with Mr. Sabine by asking about someone who has inspired him. He responded that his mother was the most important person in his life. She had a college education, rare for a woman to have at that time. She was down-to-earth and logical and Mr. Sabine says that to him, “motherhood is the most important job in the world.” When Ms. Merritt-Gray was asked the same question, she told me about Alma Brooks, an elder at St. Mary’s First Nation who advocates for many causes. Ms. Merritt-Gray said she’s a wise, reasonable lady who is a straight-shooter. Policy-wise, the candidates agree on many
ideas, most falling under the six party principles. They all expressed a wish to focus on local food rather than importing in from far away. The term “living within our means” came up a lot, from the financial sector, to the health sector, to the environment. They are all against the spending habits of the current Liberal party, as they believe people in general should not consume more than they can safely produce. For Ms. McAllister, this means finding renewable energy sources and increasing the efficiency of our transportation system. Plus, she wants to see buildings where several different health services can be found under one roof, as she believed this would speed up waiting times for specialists. Mr. Sabine drew attention to the fact that storms made worse by climate change are costing taxpayers more and more money and that weaning ourselves off of fossil fuels would be, for him, an important project.
However, he also pointed out that change doesn’t happen overnight. Ms. MerrittGray desires stronger economies in our rural areas. She points out that if the rural people don’t speak up and vote, then policy will be dictated in a way that might not favour them. She also wants the government to pay more attention to our homecare sector, as she feels as though the voices of seniors have not been heard. Next time, we’ll look at the Green Party’s opinions on democracy. To be 0011 continued…
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which hero is the strongest, the wisest, the bravest, spark absolute fury among the faithful, often resulting in heated arguments. It is even trickled down into school attendance, with many teachers fitting in some form of attendance questions (rather than say the boring “Here”); one of my personal favourite questions to answer is: What superpower would you like to have? People idolize these fictional characters, and likely will until the end of time. Every so often that one may wonder what it would be like to actually meet one of our famed heroes. The thing is, we already have. They are right here on this very planet, breathing the same air as us mere mortals, and have more will power and strength than all of us combined!
Now before the skepticism sets in, and the raised eyebrows, and the thoughts of “what in the world is this guy on about,” sets in; who is it that we all turn to when something goes wrong in our world? Who is always checking in, and watching out for us? Who always stood, and continues to stand by our sides no matter what the situation? They put the food on the table, and looked after the house; they worked hard at their job, and pushed us to do our best. They never accepted anything less then what they knew we could do. They are our Mothers, and to them we can attribute all of our achievements.
one women, always reliable support system. It doesn’t matter who, what, when, or where, she will always be there for you. Unconditionally. Everything that you could ever want or need, she’ll work hard to get it for you, or guide you towards your goal. There isn’t enough pixels on the internet, or words in any language that can quantify what a Mother does for her child, even when they’ve grown. She is the superhero of your life, and like many superheroes, it is rare that a mother ever receives the appreciation that she deserves.
This Mother’s Day, make a promise to yourself; reflect on The role of a Mother is never- everything that has happened in ending, and is not just confined your life, the good, the bad, and to what one can see on paper. the ugly. Recognize the person Your Mother is your personal, that got you through each of
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those situations, even if it was just a phone call that led to a snap in focus. Allow yourself to acknowledge what it is that your Mother has done for you, don’t fall into the trap of nice gifts or a cake; instead, walk up to your Mother, and say thank you. A little goes a long way, and the acknowledgement of appreciation for the things she does for you, is the best gift one can give to their Mother.
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PLAYING OUTSIDE THE BOX GARDENING WITH YOUNG CHILDREN Young children who develop a love for gardening grow into adults with a passion for plants and respect the environment. Gardens and garden activities not only improve children’s environmental attitudes and connect them with nature; they also provide an opportunity to learn about math, science, language arts, social studies, nutrition and art. An important benefit of gardening with little ones is increased interest in eating fruits and vegetables. If they grow them they are more likely to take an interest in tasting their harvest. Some of the popular plants that the children of Lisa’s Playhouse have grown over the years are: Purple (Royal Burgundy) Bush Beans – they turn green after cooking; Mammoth Russian Sunflowers – grow to 10 feet tall; Chocolate Mint – this plant smells so delightful; Purple, Yellow and Cheyenne Spirit Coneflowers (Echinacea) – So colourful and lasts most of the summer; Lamb’s Ear – so soft to touch! Just
like a real lamb’s ear; Sensitive Plant (Mimosa Pudica), also known as the “tickle-me” plant. When touched gently the fern like leaves automatically fold closed, then eventually reopen. Make sure you have an area to take care of our pollinators. They need water, food and shelter to do their job right. The children can easily help out with this by placing a rock in a water bowl or putting a few sticks in a bird bath. A bug hotel is a great activity to do with preschoolers too. Just gather recycled items like bricks, boards, sticks, etc. and let the children use their imaginations. Caring for something, nurturing its growth, and developing a positive relationship with nature are some of the most important skills and opportunities practiced in gardening. For some children, this may be their first experience involving any aspect of nature, gardening or caring for a living thing. Encourage the children to participate and help in the process of gardening.
Young children can help get supplies ready (line table with newspaper, pass out supplies, fill watering can, etc.) water the plants, count seeds, scoop dirt into the pots or dig the ground or soil. One of the biggest excitement in gardening is when the children find worms! “From the garden, and the kitchen, and the table, you learn empathy for each other and for all of creation; you learn compassion; and you learn patience and self-discipline. A curriculum that teaches these lessons gives children an orientation to the future – and it can give them hope” ~ Alice 0026 Waters.
Lisa Brown
Director of Lisa’s Playhouse & The Apohaqui Village Clubhouse After School Program Founder of Tír na nÓg Forest School
Piglet: Is a lovely and very affectionate male,
definitely a lap cat. He’s an orange tabby with white markings and pale golden eyes. A laid back personality, accepting of all other felines, loves all ‘human folk’ he comes in contact with, makes him a great pet. He comes running when called. At five years of age and although small in stature, he weighs-in at 11.6 lbs. Piglet has been neutered, vaccinated and debugged and waiting for his permanent home. 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.
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Piglet
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If interested in adopting Piglet, 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:
• Two veterinary examinations • Treatment for worms, ear-mites & fleas • Nail clip • Vaccinations with booster • Neuter/Spay • 30-day health guarantee Ad sponsored by Ossekeag Publishing
INVESTING IN YOUR FUTURE GETTING A TAX REFUND? SPEND IT OR NOT? If you are entitled to a tax refund this year, you need to decide what you should do with it. Sure, you could spend it – but then it’s gone. Here are six alternatives with longer term benefits for your financial future. Immediately use your refund to make your 2018 Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution and you’ll get the benefit of nearly an extra year of potential long term tax-deferred growth plus a tax deduction against your 2018 income. Contribute to investments held in a TaxFree Savings Account (TFSA). Your TFSA contribution room was increased by $5,500 as of January 1, 2018. Your contributions are not tax-deductible but you will not be taxed on the income generated by the investments in your TFSA, you can make tax-free withdrawals for any purpose at any time, and you can re-contribute any of those withdrawals in a future year. Invest it. If your RRSP and TFSA are topped up, consider adding your refund to your non-registered investments. A tax-efficient strategy is to hold stocks
and equity based mutual funds outside a RRSP or TFSA because dispositions of these types of investments are taxed using a more favourable capital gain income inclusion rate plus dividends from many Canadian corporations are eligible for the dividend tax credit. Pay for your kids’ education. Set up Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) to fund their future postsecondary education costs. Contributions to investments within a RESP are not taxdeductible but their growth is tax-deferred and they may qualify for Canadian Education Savings Grants (CESG) of up to 20% of the first $2,500 or $5,000 you contribute each year. Depending on the primary caregiver’s family income, you could receive an extra 10-20% of Additional CESG on the first $500 you save in your child’s RESP each year. Pay down costly, high-interest credit card debt and then pay down nondeductible debt such as your mortgage – a single prepayment could potentially
save hundreds, even thousands of dollars in interest payments. If your refund is large, consider parking that cash in a short-term investment that you can access without penalty. That way, you’ll have a ready source of money for a rainy day or a larger purchase – a new car? – without having to borrow or use credit. (A TFSA is also a good rainy day fund.) Tax refunds are nice … but not as nice as enhancing your personal long term financial growth. Talk to your professional advisor about a comprehensive taxreducing financial plan that will help make it possible for you to achieve all your financial and 0036 life goals.
Steve Downey PFP Consultant, Investors Group
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Village of Petitcodiac
The Village of Petitcodiac is accepting resumes for a Public Works Manager. The Public Works Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of all aspects of the village’s public works including but not limited to; waste water facility management, the supervision and direction of all works department employees, department reporting, annual budget forecasting for daily operations as well as capital projects, all aspects of snow removal, and maintenance of public works infrastructure which includes but is not limited to streets, sidewalks, lawns and parking lots. The successful candidate must have supervisory experience, knowledge of transportation equipment operation, effective interpersonal and communication skills, computer skills including Microsoft Office & email and have a valid New Brunswick driver’s license Class 5. For a full job description, please visit www.petitcodiac.ca Mail, Drop or Email Resume to: Village of Petitcodiac PO Box 2507, 63 Main Street Petitcodiac, NB E4Z 6H4 vop@nbnet.nb.ca
Deadline May 18th, 2018 We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be called. No phone calls please. Any resumes received in 2018 are on file and will be taken into consideration
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SACF SCHOLARSHIPS DUE Thanks to the forward thinking of people from our community there are various scholarships available through the Sussex Area Community Foundation for local high school graduates. A community foundation works through donations to a community fund. This fund is professionally invested and managed to Canada Revenue guidelines with investment earnings returned to the community in the form of community grants and scholarships. A donor of a certain level can specify if they want their donation returns to be provided to a field of interest, such
as the environment, or scholarships. If you know any 2018 graduates from the Sussex Regional High School who are continuing their education, please let them know of the following scholarship opportunities: The Earl J and Joan Cunningham Memorial Scholarship is provided to two SRHS graduates; The Sussex Area Community Foundation Scholarship has five scholarships awarded to Sussex Regional High School graduates; The PotashCorp Scholarship awards five scholarships to Sussex Regional High School, Sussex
Christian School, Belleisle Regional High School and Cambridge-Narrows Community School graduates who will be attending school in New Brunswick. These scholarships applications are due to the SACF office on Friday, May 18 at 12:00noon. Other scholarships are administered by the Sussex Area Community Foundation and available at each school’s guidance department. For further information, please check the SACF website at sacfi.org or contact the office at 433-6244 or sacfi@ nb.aibn.com. 4959
SUSSEX DOWNTOWN CRUISE NIGHT 2018 Sponsored by the NB Antique Auto Club, in partnership with the Sussex Downtown Business Association, Sussex Downtown Cruise Night will be held every second Thursday (weather permitting) until September 16. All events start at 6:00pm with the exception of final event. 50/50 draw each night with proceeds going to local community groups. Cruise Night schedule; Thursday, May 17 - First Car Show of the Season,
Sussex Train Station; Thursday, May 31 - Race Car Night, Behind Tim Hortons; Thursday, June 14 - Clark's Chev Cruise Night, Behind Tim Hortons; Thursday, June 28 - Peter Street Dance Party, Peter Street; Thursday, July 12 Sussex Fest Sponsored by Tim Hortons, Behind Tim Hortons; Thursday, July 26 - Heritage Night, Behind Tim Hortons; Thursday, August 9 - Cruise Night, Behind Tim Hortons; Thursday, August
Spring Bus Tour
Saturday, May 19th Open to Ladies & Gents Visiting: Shediac, Buctouche, Rexton & Rogersville Highlights are: Trappist Monastery, Our Lady of Calvary Elsipogtog First Nation Chez Freda for lunch (pick from three dinner choices - not included in cost of tour) Ride in comfort with Optimum Ride Complimentary water, snacks and entertainment provided Cost is $50/person Pick up in Sussex, Petitcodiac, Havelock & Salisbury *8am - Home by 5:30pm* For more details or to secure your seat call: Pauline 534-2719 or Donna 534-2967 Cut off date is May 1st Trip organized by the Havelock Women’s Institute and is open to everyone.
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23 - Celebrate Sussex, Scotiabank (rain date Friday, August 24); Thursday, September 6 - Cruise Night, Behind Tim Hortons; Sunday, September 16 Final Cruise Night Event, 1:00-4:00pm Sunday Afternoon, Behind Tim Hortons (rain date Sunday, September 23). Cruise Night is open to owners of antique, classic, street rods and special interest vehicles of all ages and manufacturers. 4502 Come out and join us in 2018.
Countryside Music 50 Perry Street Jubillee Hall with MC Bryant Simpson
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Every Wednesday Night Doors Open 6:00pm 7:00-10:00pm Come and Join In Play, Dance or Sing Great Night of Fun! 50/50 Draw/Canteen Provided Contact Bryant Simpson 432-1439 or Sussex Senior’s Centre 433-8480
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Millstream Pastoral Charge SMALL BUT MIGHTYCOMMUNITY OUTREACH AT TEA TIME The Millstream is a small Pastoral Charge in Saint John Presbytery (Maritime Conference) with four preaching points, comprised of Wesley United, Berwick (1845); Carsonville-Headof-Millstream United, Carsonville (1855), Woodland United, Peasonville (formerly a Presbyterian church Woodland joined the charge in 1955); and Lower Millstream United, Lower Millstream (1888). A fifth church, Mount Hebron United, Mount Hebron (1886) is no longer an active preaching point but remains an important part of the charge. Reverend Pam Reidpath has served the charge since 2013; a retired school teacher of 30 years she enjoys the community and sense of belonging found in rural ministry. For the Millstream Pastoral Charge, this sense of community extends to their tremendous outreach efforts which include many causes both local and international. A partial list includes school breakfast programs, food banks/ clothing depots, contribution towards the cost of a new walk-in cooler at the Salvation Army, Canada Food Grains Bank, relief organizations, medical foundations, local needs, and fostering a child through Plan Canada. Funds to support the Outreach budget come from various fundraising events, UCW groups’ givings, and projects that support the general budget for the Charge such as a “Goods and Services” auction, take-home lasagna, and a strawberry festival. They also include such activities as special designation of the collection on Christmas Eve; an “Easter Egg” fundraiser where individuals fill plastic eggs placed in egg cartons with loose change; and a “penny jar” for loose change kept at the back of each church that is
collected towards supporting a foster child. Outreach activities that do not involve money but demonstrate the spirit of this Charge include “candy cane bombing” vehicles in parking lots around town as random acts of Christmas kindness; taking spare Christmas cooking, pickles and other homemade goods to a soup kitchen; visiting and delivering cookies to local households; and hosting a blanket ceremony to begin learning about the history of Indigenous Peoples. For Canada 150 the congregation filled 150 bags throughout the year with hygiene essentials and some warm items (hats, scarves, mittens, gloves), which were delivered and distributed to clients at a soup kitchen in November or December. This year, Carsonville-Head-ofMillstream will be holding their third annual Mother’s Day Tea on Saturday, May 12 at the Millstream Recreation Center; a day to “come and share”, all women in the community are welcome to stop by for a cup of tea and good conversation, compliments of the ladies of the UCW. Held in appreciate of the community, the ladies serve a proper tea complete with tea pots and china plates; china cups and saucers brought from their own homes. Sweets and sandwiches are also served by the ladies. This year has a 1920’s theme and the ladies are looking forward to dressing as “flappers” during tea service. The men and women of the Millstream Pastoral Charge believe in small, local acts of giving and outreach that reach many people and make a real difference in the world, made by dedicated individuals working 0051 together one day at a time. May 8th - May 21st, 2018
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Home Showcase
The real estate market was strong in the Hampton area during 2017. There were 126 Single Family homes sold at an average listing price of $200,742. The average sale price was 95% of the asking price, or $191,528. So far in 2018, things are off to a sluggish start with only 7 single-family sales in the first 2 months of the year. The average asking price so far for 2018 is $189,371 while the average selling price was 95% of asking,
or $180,250. The most expensive recorded MLS® sale in 2017 in the Hampton district was a cottage in the Belleisle Bay area, which sold for $500,000. The Hampton district, which is noted above - includes Hampton, Nauwigewauk, Titusville, Bloomfield, Norton, and the Belleisle Bay areas. The Kingston Peninsula produced 30 Single Family home sales during 2017, with an average listing price of $204,707 and the
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average sale price being 94% of that figure, or $191,520. So far in 2018 there has only been one single family home sold on the Peninsula. The most expensive recorded MLS® sale on the Peninsula in 2017 was a home with some acreage which sold for $400,000. These trends also coincide with the sales of the entire Saint John Board’s zone, which covers between St
Stephen and Sussex. To date in 2018 there have been 249 single family home sales compared to 270 sales for the same period last year, or down by 8%. At the end of February there were 2515 active listings of singlefamily homes. With the advancing technologies and the amount of information available at your fingertips, there has been a steady decline in open house
attendance over the past few years. Not too many years ago you loaded your family into the mini-van on Sunday and went house shopping and drove from one open house to another. Now people do this whenever they want – wherever they want. Whether they are sitting in their backyard waiting for their steak to cook, or standing in line at the grocery store. People are searching homes for sale. Even with all of
the technological advancements, the need to use a REALTOR® is as strong as it ever was. It can be a stressful complicated process and a REALTOR® will help you through it. Source: All MLS® Statistics were obtained through the Saint John Real estate Boards MLS® system. Barry MacDonald
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Green Meadows
GREEN MEADOWS, SPECIAL CARE HOMES: “WHERE LIFE IS BETTER” For Chris and Amanda Smith of Lower Millstream, New Brunswick, family is one of life’s greatest treasures. The parents of three children between the ages of 12 and 7, Chris and Amanda also own and operate Green Meadows Special Care Home in Lower Millstream. Although the Smiths purchased the home in October, 2017, they have been operating Green Meadows for almost 15 years; throughout that time ensuring that the residents of the home feel like they are part of a larger family where they are treated with the utmost respect, dignity and compassion. When Belleisle Creek Manor closed, the Smiths felt it was a shame to see the residents forced to leave their home
and the staff out of work; believing they could make a difference, Chris and Amanda decided to expand, purchasing the manor as well as a third care home, Berwick Place on May 1, 2018. In addition to offering care for 16 mental health clients at Green Meadows, the Smiths are now able to provide a home to 30 seniors. They also employ approximately 30 staff members between the three homes, including former staff members from Belleisle Creek Manor, one of whom has been working at the home since it first opened in 1996. While the staff provide nutritious, home cooked meals and round the clock care, residents are encouraged to maintain as much independence as possible; the
SUSSEX DIAL-A-RIDE is a volunteer group providing affordable transportation to the people in the Sussex area.
We will pick up our clients within the greater Sussex area, and take them to local destinations. Just call our dispatcher 48 hours in advance of the required service. We arrange a volunteer driver to come to your door, drive you to your destination and then return you back to your pick up location.
WHAT IS THE COST? Annual Rider Membership: $20 To participate, you must hold a Rider Membership
TRIP CHARGE One Stop: $5/trip | Additional Stop: $2.50/stop
HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER? Contact: Megan Miner | Program Coordinator 433-4453 | info@sussexdialaride.com
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Smiths have found that participation in small household chores help provide a sense of fulfillment and purpose. From scheduled activities such as bingo, crib and card games, to gardening, crafts and music, the homes provide residents with leisure activities as well as recreational therapy, spiritual care and the services of a professional, in house hairdresserall the pleasures of independent living combined with the comfort and security of an extended family. As Amanda states “compassionate care from empathetic staff is what makes the difference for having happy, content residents. Our home 0051 motto is “Where life is better”.
DESIGNS FOR REAL LIFE DO’S AND DON’TS OF A NEW KITCHEN Do go Straight to the Ceiling - An average 8’ ceiling has cabinets that go to 84”. By building to the ceiling you can now have 90” high cabinets + moldings providing more storage and it draws the eye up. Plus, as an added bonus, no more painting or dusting above the cabinets. Do a Full Depth Fridge Cabinet - Many of you live with a tiny fridge cabinet you cannot reach. That’s wasted space. It should be the full depth of your fridge (24” min) and easily accessible; a great spot for the big appliances. Do Under Cabinet Lights - More light is always better. Under cabinet LED lights come in handy whether it’s a cloudy day or if your sneaking down for a late night snack. Do Invest in a Good Sink - Don’t choose your sink and faucet based solely on price. A nice sink is a design feature and higher quality fixtures reduce your risk of water damage. Do Add your Mark - Choose what you love and designers will help pull all
your tastes together. A special glass to showcase Grandma’s china or a shelf for your cookbook collection. Make it yours. Don’t Stick to One Metal - Since you will never be able to perfectly match your finishes anyway, mix finishes between your light fixtures, appliances and door hardware. Choose from golds, blacks, brushed and stainless finishes; mis it up in a balanced way. Don’t Think you Need Wall Cabinets Plates can go in drawers for a cleaner look. You can also use floating shelves for cups. Don’t Think you Won’t Need a Junk Drawer. Whether you plan for it or are in denial, you will still have one. We often add File cabinets in a kitchen to keep it organized. Don’t Assume you Cannot Fit an Island - It might be small or it may be a peninsula that comes out from your cabinets. Either way the end goal to give you useable counter space and additional storage. Don’t Worry about Budget - Be open
and prepared to provide your budget to your designer. We can work within any budget. More importantly, do your research on the cabinet company prior to quoting. Over quoting will lead to confusion, time wasted and you truly not knowing what you’re getting. Look for the quality, years in business and customer service then request a quote. It is a close relationship for two or three months, but you also need to be comfortable with the manufacturing company in case there are warranty issues in the future. 0048
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FAMILY MATTERS LIFE AS A BALANCING ACT Life balance is an important concept in occupational therapy. Occupational therapists have much to contribute when speaking with parents and families about life balance and wellbeing. Many parents know that a balanced life is a healthier one but how do parents begin to teach their children about it? Here are some suggestions built around self-care, school, leisure activities and social engagement. Exercise and Sleep. Speak to your kiddos about your walk, run or swim, and get them involved even if you aren’t doing the activity together. Talk about how it’s great for your body to be physically active. Related to exercise is sleep. Teach your children that all our bodies need time to rest. Keep predictable bedtime routines and refer to bedtime as the time to recharge our batteries - for healthy bodies and minds. Time Management. Time management is a skill that can be done together. Educate your children about time
management when they are completing projects, homework, chores and during play time. It will give them a sense of time and responsibility, making sure they aren’t spending too much time doing one thing or over-scheduling themselves. Time to Take Care of Self. Teaching your kids the art of setting time aside for taking care of themselves is invaluable. This will come in handy as they get older and enter the work world. Model behaviours like daily grooming, healthy meal preparation, room tidying, alone time and laundry washing. Hobbies. Encourage your children to have at least one hobby, something they can partake in between school and other activities they may be involved in. Promote their enthusiasm for that hobby by giving them time each day to enjoy it. TV Time. Complete house chores or homework before turning on the TVs or electronics. By placing priorities on tasks, you are teaching about balancing activities of daily living and down time.
If your family has fallen into the habit of watching too much TV, create a new yard game everyone can play outside. Play Time. Our children learn a lot through play so setting time aside for play is crucial when teaching life balance. Play games as a family, as part of a sports team and in unstructured ways. Being a parent means making sure your kids’ activities are balanced, fun and promote well-being. This month, find new ways to establish life balance as a family and enjoy 0006 the parenting journey.
Anita Hofmann Occupational Therapist
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TWO 3 BEDROOM COTTAGES fully furnished, on the water, Westpoint PEI, $550/week. Booking now. 832-3333. SELF STORAGE UNITS In Norton area, secure, dry, and clean. Various sizes. Call Doug Hall at 839-2241, 433-0103 or email sandydhall51@gmail.com.
SOFA FOR SALE. Excellent condition, blue, pink, white colour combo. $200. Phone 432-6267.
NOTICES STEEVES SETTLEMENT BAPTIST Church Independent, 250 Steeves Settlement Rd. Pastor Paul Fosmark. Services every Sunday, 9:45am, Sunday School for all ages. 11:00 Morning Worship Service. All welcome! For information call 534-2714.
SERVICES OFFERED HOME CARE SERVICES available in Sussex area. Organizing closets, cupboards, basements, cooking, cleaning and laundry. 3 shifts available, 4 hrs, 6 hrs, 8 hrs, once per week. Trustworthy, bondable, mature female. Please call 506-512-0266 or cherylsher@hotmail.com. MOBILE HAIR STYLIST, perms, cuts, etc. Will come to your home. Call 432-7620. SUSSEX UPHOLSTERY & SEWING machine repair. Open 1 Queen St. Sussex, Mon., Tue., Wed. 9-5. 832-7870.
HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing – Craftsmanship. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. INTERIOR PAINTING, Ceilings, walls and trim. Free Estimates. Call Doug Hall at 839-2241, 433-0103 or email dougearlh@ gmail.com. MARITIME RIGGING & INDUSTRIAL Supplies. We carry a complete line of traction chains, wire rope, chain, rope, barrier & sports netting, industrial products serving the logging, towing, trucking and marine industries etc. Call any time, 832-1198.
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BUSINESS WHO’S WHO EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS
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Journeyman Carpenter / 25 yrs. plus exp. Complete renovations, additions, new Construction, Garages, Decks, asphalt and Steel roofs, Painting, Ceramic Tile & log Home Kit Construction
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HEATING SPECIALIST Cooke’s Heating Service Ltd. 433-2121 We service and install:
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PLUMBING & HEATING GODDARD’S PLUMBING & HEATING
Perry Crawford 434-0710
Sales/Repairs/Heat/Well Pumps UV Lights & Water Conditioners Certified in-floor Radiant Heating Back Flow Prevention Tester Phone 432-5199 Fax 432-6475 Dion 434-2622 Bob 433-0583
ROOFING CONTRACTOR PLUME’s Roofing
Roofing • Siding • Windows • Doors Old or New Roofs Licensed & Insured • Lux Warranty
Matt Plume • 721-7451 plumeconstruction@gmail.com
Tree Trimming & Removal
OUT’A REACH BUCKET TRUCK SERVICES
→ All Height Services → Tree Trimming/Removal → Cleaning → Parking Lot Lights → Painting, Signs, Windows → Gutters/Flues
Serving Kings County & Surrounding Areas Corey Barton - (506) 432-6460
Call 944-5613 to book your space. Next Issue: May 22 Deadline: May 15
AT YOUR SERVICE HEATING • COOLING • VENTILATION
512-0321 Home of the Hampton Herald, Sussex Herald & Valley Viewer
Call to book your appointment
(506) 432-6222
We carry Western Saddles, Bits & Spurs, Gift Items
To be included in this page call our office at 944-5613
www.ossekeag.ca info@ossekeag.ca
Health Items for Dogs & Horses - Excel EQ, Back on Track, Alpha Omega
lilredgroomingbarn@gmail.com
42 Peter St. Sussex, NB
May 8th - May 21st, 2018
23
1
Year Anniversary
Thursday, May 17th
Come meet our friendly staff and feel free to ask any questions about hearing aids, hearing aid accessories, bluetooth/2.4gHz, getting coverage for hearing aids or hearing loss questions. Jim Staios, Beltone product representative, will be in the office to show demonstrations of the latest technology and review different technology levels. Battery sale will be going on the month of May (50% off box of hearing aid batteries)
Customer Testimonials: Reuben Rankin - "About a year ago I realized my hearing was failing fast, so with persuasion from my wife, she said I have selective hearing, so I heard about a new Beltone Clinic opening in the town of Sussex. Well I thought a new business needed some clients so I called and made an appointment and now I am glad I did. I was welcomed by the Audiologist and receptionist. They are pros at what they do. So friendly and caring about their clients. Way to go!" Kevin Bernard - "I’m 44 years old, found I could not go anywhere. When there was a crowd I could not hear anything. Went to Beltone, checked my hearing and found I had loss in one ear, they fixed me up with a hearing aid. It’s like a whole new world, I can hear in crowds I don’t have to go home early. It’s fantastic, the best part is no one knows I have it unless I tell them, it’s so discrete." Neil Guptill - "Beltone has changed my life. Suffering from hearing loss can be so difficult, but Celia has made it much more bearable with the hearing aid that she chose for me. Thank you so much!"
HEARING AID CLINIC 625 Main St., Unit B Sussex
Monday - Thursday: 9:00am to 4:30pm
433-2301 beltone.ca