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Nesting, nurseries and getting ready for baby. As I'm sure any other first time parent can attest, surviving the third trimester is a feat in and of itself. Or at least, that is how it seems as we enter week 39 of our pregnancy. (And yes - it is certainly “our” pregnancy no matter that I'm the one carrying the baby. How our significant others handle the mood swings, cravings, hormones and general craziness of 9 months of getting ready for baby without the joy of feeling baby kick I will never know! I would much rather deal with the morning sickness for 32 straight weeks then be on the other side of the door wishing I could shoulder some of the discomfort to no avail.) Over the past few weeks we have made our home “baby ready”. My OCD kicked in full force about the time we started planning our nursery and the house has never been so clean
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or organized. There have been many days that Kevin will come home from work to find dirty floors, a sink full of dishes and no supper plans, but me just sooooo proud of my accomplishments for the day. On three separate occasions I reorganized the kitchen to better suit my mostly imagined needs. I also became obsessed with completing the “deep clean” and scrubbed floors with a hand held brush before mopping “just to be thorough”. Our wrapping paper has been sorted by special occasion, our junk drawer cleaned and labeled and every conceivable surface wiped down at least once. I love having a clean home, but this whole “nesting” instinct is rather exhausting! On the other hand, considering the sheer amount of “stuff ” that a new baby brings to a home, nesting is likely necessary to help prepare the space to keep everything at a time when rolling over in bed can seem an Olympic task. I love our little nursery. A bright and welcoming room furnished with my grandmother's rocking chair and dressers and decorated with mementos from my and Kevin's childhoods. My Little Pony and Secret Keepers share space with stuffed cows and wooden air planes- the perfect combination of Kevin's world and mine- hopefully baby Crealock will grow to appreciate and love these items as much as we did. The Crealock family cradle is all set and ready for use in the living room while a sweet little bassinet is just waiting for baby in our room. All in all, sleepless nights, morning sickness and crazed hormones included at 39 weeks and counting I have enjoyed my pregnancy. Now hurry up Baby Crealock - Mommy and Daddy can’t wait to meet you! 0001
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Carleton Community Centre, 120 Market Place; 674-4335 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm. Specimen Collection - Tuesdays & Wednesdays 8:00am-3:00pm, appointments only 648-6681. Food Bank - Summer hours: Tuesdays. Fall Hours begin September 5, Tuesdays & Fridays. Gentle Yoga - Will begin again in the fall. Line Dancing - Will begin again in the fall. Art Class - 10:00am, Tuesdays (goodwill offering). Contact: kimmy.cookson@ gmail.com. Senior Led Fitness Program/Falls Prevention - for ages 50 & up, “Zoomers”, free. Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am and Fridays 11:00am, all participants must have an initial assessment. Call the Centre. Pickle Ball - Tuesdays, 11:00am Call Mike 672-9566. Fundy Fog Chasers - meet Thursdays (6:30pm) and Saturdays (9:00am), runners and walkers welcome, no charge to participate. Check Facebook. Gentle Dance (low key) - 10:00am, Fridays (donation). Art Class - (goodwill offering), contact: kimmy.cookson@gmail.com. Food Purchase Club - clients pay for their bag of fresh produce, once a month. Call the Centre for information. Smoking Cessation Program - call the Centre for an appointment. Community Garden Plots - Registration in 2018. Social worker/Dietitian/Counselling (by appointment), call the Centre. Social Development case worker on site Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm or by appointment. Two Nurse Practitioners, by appointment only. 3250
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SELF ESTEEM CAUTION: TOXIC PEOPLE AHEAD All dangerous liquids, hazardous products and poisonous chemicals are labelled ‘toxic’. There are warning labels that signify danger. These labels, combined with posted warning signs, ensure that everyone is aware of potential hazards because coming into contact with toxic substances can make you
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sick and could even ultimately kill you. However, we do not always recognize the “signs” when toxic people enter our lives. You are certain to encounter different people in your life and learning to avoid the toxic ones (or at least limit your time with them) helps you lead a less stressful, happier life. Toxic individuals are some
of the most difficult kind of people to be around. They drain your motivation, inspiration and all around emotional well-being. These relationships can result in self-esteem issues and real life problems. How can you tell if someone is toxic? Constant negativity and a negative attitude is one of the biggest signs that a toxic person can reveal. Their negativity includes many factors such as being overly sarcastic, constantly complaining, whining, and most of all, judging people and situations. Also, many toxic people feel the need to be right at all times. There is always drama, usually of their own making. Toxic people suck up your time without regard to what you have going on. They lie, they are self absorbed, controlling and hurtful. So, how can one protect oneself against toxic people? First, ignore them whenever possible. Avoid unnecessary interactions. Do not allow yourself to get drawn into petty arguments. Take what is said with a grain of salt. Never trust or rely on a toxic person. Set boundaries. There is a fine line between offering a helping hand and becoming deeply involved. Know when to say no and remove yourself from the situation. Find a solution, rather than being upset with person. Sometime the solution is simply walking away. Work on your own self love and self care. This results in a healthy self-esteem. We must find joy and happiness from within instead of from the opinion or actions of the people around us. If there are toxic people in your life, be sure to evaluate the best way for you to handle the relationship. Sometimes it may mean ending the relationship, other times it may mean counselling is necessary and then there are times it may mean finding a solution in some other form. Either way, take the appropriate steps to care for you, protect yourself and stay safe. 0027
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LIBRARY NEWS WEST BRANCH LIBRARY Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Blvd, 6437260 Hours: - Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am-8:30pm; Sunday, Monday & holidays - closed. Sparklers - aka Moon & Star Play Time/ Time for Tots - for ages 18 - 36 months. Wednesdays at 6:00pm or Thursdays at 10:30am. Firecrackers - kindergarten - Grade 3. Wednesdays 2:30pm or Thursdays 6:30pm,. Spinners - Grades 4 and up. Thursdays at 2:30. Bottle Rockets - aka Story Time Fridays at 10:30am, ages 3-5. Summer Fun in the Park. Children’s Forest, Irving Nature Park. Tuesdays at 2:30pm. Cancelled if rain. Blockbuster Movie Saturday - 11:30am. Pocahontas, Moana, Smurfs: The lost Village and Sing. What do stuffies do at Night? Bring your stuffed animal for a sleepover with Gunter the Bear. Pick it up the next day and see what happens at the library overnight. Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day with weekly theme. LEGO® - Imagine, build, create - all day, everyday. Pokémon Go® Pokéstop - come to the library and replenish your supplies. Spin for Pokéballs, potions and capture some rare Pokémon. STEAM - Science Technology Engineering Art Math, Saturdays at 2:30. Summer Reading Club weekly themes. Learn to Play Bridge: 6:30pm on Wednesdays and Fridays at 2:30pm. Speak Out YOUth! Focus Group Tuesdays 3:30-5:00pm. St. Pat’s Club at the Carleton Wednesdays at 10:30pm. Monthly Book Raffle: Tickets ($2/one, $5/3) on sale each month for a new group of books.
Computer Lab: Check your e-mail, do research, use the Internet. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Free Wi-Fi. Community Room Rental: West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities.
EAST BRANCH LIBRARY 55 McDonald Street (transit building), 643-7250, eastbranch.publiclibrary@ gnb.ca Library Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00am-8:30pm; Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm; Sunday & Monday - closed. Tuesdays: Busy Beavers, 10:30-11:30am; Chickadee crafts, 1:00-2:00pm; Can do kids, 3:00-4:00pm; ; Minecraft 6:30pm, pre register. Last day for these events is August 15. Wednesdays: Team S.T.E.A.M 10:3011:30am; Young volunteers, 1:002:00pm; Leaping Loonies, 7:008:00pm; all day drop in craft. These events ending August 16. Thursdays: Tech Thursdays 1:302:30pm; Chickadee Crafts 3:004:00pm. Last day is August 17. Fridays: Leaping Loonies 11:00am12:00pm; All day drop in Crafts. Last day is August 18. Saturdays: Can do kids, 1:00-2:00pm; Busy Beavers, 3:00-4:00pm. Ending date is August 19. Tuesday, August 29: Classic Film, 6:00pm. Wednesday , August 23: Summer Reading Club closing party. 6:307:00pm. Thursday, August 31: Hot wheels fun, 2:30-3:30pm. Saturday, August 26: Build by bricks and more, all day drop in. Tuesdays & Wednesdays - computer help, 6:00pm Thursday - Storytime 10:30-11:00am. Fridays - Friday Family Flicks, 2:30pm. Saturdays - Toddler Time, 10:3011:00am. 0019
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Sunday, August 6 Emma Jane & John Saunders Family Reunion at the Nauwigewauk Hall, 2:00pm till dark. Games, 50/50, ball game, Potluck supper and more. $2.50/person to help with hall cost. Info: Donna Saunders, 485-2570. August 11 - 13 KV Girls Softball hosting U14 Girls Fastpitch Provincial Championship at Meenan’s Cove and Wells Ball Fields. Sunday, August 13 The 30th annual Greer Reunion 1:00pm at the Community Hall, Main Street in St. Martins. Brown Bag Auction, bring a small item for the auction. Potluck dinner at 4:00pm. Info John Greer, 847-1537 or David Greer, 847-5409. Memorial Service 2:00pm at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 2168 Route 820, Upham. Refreshments to follow.
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Saturday, August 26 37th Annual British Home Child Descendants Reunion at the St. John’s Anglican Church Hall, 75 Main St Fredericton. 9:30am registration $5. Connie Jeffrey - hjeffrey@ nb.sympatico.ca or Marion Crawford marionbhed@gmail.com. Wednesday, September 6 Valley Cruisers will be at Kings way Assembly, 7 Kings Way Drive. 5:307:30pm. Come out and enjoy a free BBQ and some beautiful vehicles. September 8 - 10 KV Girls Softball hosting U12 Girls Atlantics Championship at Meenan’s Cove, Centennial and Wells Ball Fields. Saturday, September 9 28 Annual Hampton Banquet, hosted by Ducks Unlimited Canada. 5:00pm at the Hampton Seniors Resource Centre. $40/person or $75/couple.
DENIS MORRIS COMMUNITY CENTRE 330 Greenhead Road, West SJ Wednesdays: Weekly Evening Bingo 3:00pm, all games are in booklets. Sundays: 1:00-4:00pm, Weekly Quarter Bingo. Doors open at 11:00am. Winner take every 7th game. Stamp - 50/50 draw - canteen. Rentals available for all occasions receptions, meetings etc. Call 672-1046. G044
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Cameron Fiander We are having a Steak & Stein/Auction Fundraiser for Cameron Fiander for a wheelchair van. It will be held on Saturday August 26, at the Grove Lounge, 533 Westmorland Road. Dinner 4:30-6:30pm, auction 7:00pm. $25/adult, limited seating. For advance tickets, contact Jennifer Belyea 832-4098. 4623
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
BOWLING LEAGUE LOOKING FOR BOWLERS The Good Time Bowling League is looking for bowlers for the up-coming season, starting the end of August 2017. Singles or couples welcome. We bowl every Tuesday, 6:00-8:30pm, at the Saint John Bowlarama, Lancaster Avenue. Dues, including your bowling per week are currently $16. If you are not able to commit to the 33 weeks of bowling, perhaps you could put your name on our “spare” list, to fill in for bowlers who are unable to attend a night or two. For further information, please call Mike Clark at 738-8619, or Grant Palmer at 672-4550. Beginners welcome and age unimportant. If e-mailing please contact: michael. clark01@bellaliant.net or gp.palmer@ hotmail.com. G008
MULTIPLE MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP Are you, or is someone you love, living with Multiple Myeloma? Join the Multiple Myeloma Support Group for patients, caregivers, family and friends - a place to meet and exchange information and experiences with others in the Saint John area who are touched by Myeloma. The meetings are informal and provide an opportunity for mutual support and encouragement. Members can stay informed of advances in research and treatment and hear from guest speakers on how to live stronger and better lives. Meetings are held on the first Friday of each month, 10:00am12:00noon, at the West Side Sobeys Community Meeting Room. For more information call Susan at 648-9084 or email: saintjohn. myelomasuppgrp@gmail.com. G165
SJ/KV NEWCOMERS' CLUB Are you new to the area? The Saint John/Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers’ Club welcomes women who have moved or returned to the Greater Saint John area within the last three years. Join the group for social activities and to meet new friends. We hold Weekly Bridge (all levels welcome), Monthly Coffee Socials, Ladies Who Lunch and Book Club, as well as other memberinterest driven activities such as walking, skiing, movie nights, moms and tots, etc. For more information, see our blog at: sjkvnewcomers.blogspot.com or contact us at: sjkvnewcomersclub@ gmail.com. G112
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left - right; Greg Bishop, Campaign Committee Member; Blair MacDonald, NB Children’s Foundation; Bridget Oland, Campaign Co-Chair and Jamie Gamble, Campaign Committee Member.
The NB Children’s Foundation has contributed $50,000 to support the Camp Glenburn Revitalization Project. The Y’s Camp Glenburn has an 89 year history of providing amazing experiences for children and
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Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memory will never close, We miss you more than anyone knows. With tender love and deep regret, We who love you will never forget.
Hugh, Corey & Chloe August 1st - August 14th, 2017
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DOLLARS & SENSE THEY HAVE RAISED THE RATE, NOW WHAT? As of July 12, our wallets became a little tighter when it comes to debt repayment in Canada. So, should we worry? That depends, how financially well are you? If your current debt is at a fixed rate (like most mortgages, car loans and credit cards), you likely we won’t notice it. Even if you have a variable rate it may not seem too painful. But it does add up. Roughly, on a $200,000 mortgage, your monthly payment would increase by $25 ($300/ year). Most of us can absorb that, even though we do not like it. If you also have a line of credit, on a $20,000 debt, your annual interest cost could increase by +/- $50. This will probably not break the bank. But, for someone who has hit their financial max, and using credit to make it through the month, this could be a bumpy ride. Do we think it’s time to panic? ...no… Should we be prepared? …yes… The key to being financially well, is being able to
manage your current financial situation and any reasonable possible changes that could occur. Being financially well does not necessarily mean you are debt free, it essentially means you are financially capable and literate. Dealing with debt should not be like playing Jenga. If you are financially well you have a solid financial foundation that is not teetering on the hope that another brick doesn’t come out at the wrong spot. It is also a strong building upward, with little gaps. It will take time to know if the Bank of Canada will continue to raise rates and, if so, what that would look like for you financially. There is no time like the present to pay down what you can and limit how much debt you are carrying. It does not mean consolidate, you would have to look at what is best for your situation. It could be focusing on one debt at a time until it is paid in full. I know it can be tough to figure
out what your best options are, and it is good to seek advice from those that deal with this everyday, such as a credit counsellor. Mapping out your plan through a budget sheet can be a great place to start. In the end, the interest rate rise does mean something. Think about that $350, what if you had that money now to pay down on your debt, does that change your situation? I bet it does. 0005
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Washer Toss Tournament & Live Music CJCW Radio on Location Charity Fundraiser BBQ on Site for the Day Open to the Public WHEN? - August 12, 2017 Registration 11am, teams will be drawn $5 per person; to play or to come cheer
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FAMILY MATTERS LEARNING TO LISTEN AND ATTEND If you get frustrated with trying to get your kid to listen, take heart, you’re not alone. We all know that listening and attending are crucial skills for success and for getting along socially in life but teaching kids this can be hard. We also know that learning how to listen does not happen by chance. You are your child’s best instructor. Listening and sustaining attention can help inform your child of hazards, provide opportunities for learning, and open doors to new friendships. Here is an easy 5 step process to help catch your child’s attention and promote active listening. Talk After You Have Attention. If your child is not listening, get her attention and make sure she’s looking at you before you speak. You might squat down to her level, or give a verbal cue to get her attention. You can try saying “I have something to share, tell me when you’re ready.”
Talk Eye to Eye. Speak only when you’re eye to eye. You are more likely to have your child’s full attention when you’re looking in his or her eyes. Teach your family that when listening you always look at the color of the talker’s eyes. Eye contact helps to ensure your child is engaged in the conversation. You can try saying “it is important I see your eyes when I speak, look at me please”. Talk in a Low Slow Voice. Nothing makes it harder to listen than hearing someone yell. Avoid the common statements, “that’s the fourth time I told you!” or “didn’t you hear anything I just said?” Try the opposite and talk softly and slowly. You’ll be surprised how well it works. Talk Using Short Phrases. Use phrases or questions that will keep your kiddo’s attention. These phrases should offer consistency and routine. When you use the same parenting phrases again and again, your child learns your phrases
and how to respond or problem solve in response. Phrases offer short bursts of communication and can be as simple as “can you show me how you would….”, or “can we try ….. instead?” Keep Them Hooked. To keep your child’s attention, you should keep it relevant. Conversations that don’t catch the needs, wants or motivations of your child will be lost. This week engage in meaningful conversations with you children and enjoy the parenting journey. 0006
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LEGIONS JERVIS BAY RCL #53 1016 Bayside Drive 633-0092; jervisbay@ rogers.com Hours of operation - Monday-Friday 2:00-11:00pm; Saturday 12:00noon11:00pm; Sunday 12:00noon-6:00pm. Sundays - 1:00pm, Bingo, canteen open selling hotdogs, chips and chocolate bars. Fridays - Chase the Ace draw, purchase tickets at the bar all week up to Friday evening at 7:45. Ticket draw is at 8:00pm. Attendance for the draw is mandatory. Saturday, August 5 - Washer toss. Registration at 12:30pm. $10/person. Saturday, September 23 - Dinner,
auction and dance at 5:00pm. $25/person proceeds helping the Legion Vets. Turkey Dinner with all the fixings. Saturday, October 28 - Halloween Costume Dance at 8:00pm. Prize for best costume. Saturday, November 25 - Casino Night at 7:00pm. Hall rental and catering available, contact the Legion at 633-0092 for more information.
LANCASTER RCL #69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095 Tuesday, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in Upper Hall.
Friday, August 4, 11, 18, 25 - 7:00pm, Open “Mic” Night with Don LeBlanc & Friends in Pub 69. Saturday, August 12, 19, 26 - 2:005:00pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in Pub 69. Sunday, August 13 - 7:00pm, dance with Steve & Carol in Upper Hall. Saturday, August 26 - 9:00pm Dance To be determined. Sunday, August 20 - 7:00pm, dance with Jed and Moe in Upper Hall. Sunday, August 6, 27 - 7:00pm, dance with WCR in the Upper Hall. Thursday, Aug 10 - 7:00pm, dance with Delbert and Debbie in Upper Hall. 0015
KV PLAYERS PRESENTS SISTER ACT Sister Act runs August 9-12. Tickets are on sale at Kennebecasis Drugs, L’il Shop of Science, and the KV Players Box Office. $17 for orchestra seating and $15 for balcony seating. Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy based on the hit 1992 film that
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has audiences jumping to their feet! When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight
Mother Superior. To create the feel of a real convent with people of various ages and walks of life, the KV Players have brought in women from the age of 16-65 to participate in this production. For more information visit kvplayers. com or call us at 847-1867. 4627
DIRECTOR’S NOTES NOTES FROM IMPERIAL This month I’d like to introduce you to Imperial’s new Executive Director, Angela Campbell. We sat down with Angela to ask some serious and some not so serious questions. Me: What is most exciting about being Executive Director at Imperial? Angela: “Everything! The building, the audiences, the volunteers, the artists, the staff...everything.” Me: If you could choose any show to present at Imperial, what would it be? Angela: “No question...William Shatner, the one-man show.” Me: What’s the most intimidating thing about being Executive Director at Imperial? Angela: “Being accountable to the whole community to carry on in our beautiful, historic theatre and to grow and expand our reach every year.” Me: Have you ever performed on the Imperial stage? Angela: “Sadly, no. I mean, I may have sung a few bars on my own with no one
in the audience but I will not confirm that as fact.” Me: Name three of the shows you’re looking most forward to from our next Season, Season 24? Angela: “It is hard to choose but I would say...A Passage to Bollywood (a big, big musical show), PostSecret: The Show (a very cool stage show based on the PostSecret blog and phenomenon) and Patricia Cano (the super talented singer presents songs by Tomson Highway).” Me: Why has Imperial Theatre started doing Land Acknowledgements at the top of each show? Angela: “We in New Brunswick are fortunate to be in a treated region and there is no better time to contribute, in whatever we can, towards truth and reconciliation. We, and arts organizations all across the country feel it is very important to lend whatever support we can” Me: What was your first thought when you work up this morning?
Angela: “Where is the coffee?” Me: What do you think it is important for people to know about Imperial Theatre? Angela: “That it is our goal to provide as many different types of performances as we can to our audiences. And that doesn’t just mean big ticket shows. If you are a jazz fan or have a passion for contemporary dance or live musical theatre we believe that as a resident of Saint John you should not have to travel to Toronto or New York to have a great theatre experience. You should have access to professional, live performance whenever possible. There will always be large, expensive shows that we cannot offer but we will continue to find those wonderful, small events to enrich as many lives as we can.” Me: Is this the last time you ever let me interview you? Angela: “Most definitely” 0030 Bethany Stout
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IN TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO SERVED
Artist, Heather Hamilton, Veteran Eva Brown, aged 94 and her daughter Rebeca
This wonderful mural is outside of RidgeWood Veterans Hospital in South Bay off of Manchester Avenue West . We have received a huge positive response, some veterans even came out to see us such as Eva Brown 94 a Veteran and resident of RidgeWood and her
daughter Rebeca. The place was once called Boggs Crossing named after Colonel Boggs a veteran and he owned the farm house on Manchester Avenue where poppies and inscription artist Heather and Josh Hamilton live with their family. 4618
2017 WALKS N’ TALKS 40TH Anniversary Tuesday 7:15pm walks These 1.5 hour and 2-3 km walks start from a variety of locations and with a number of themes. Walkers do so at their own risk. Wear comfortable shoes, dress for wet or cool night conditions. If it is raining one hour before a walk, it will likely be cancelled and held the next night. Call 672-8601 after 6:00pm for a recorded directions. Further pre-walk info: gosswalk@ nbnet.nb.ca August 15: All is Well in “Wells” Walk: The many faceted parkland experience is found off route #1 at exit 137 to #111 and the first exit right, then left to 75 French Village Road, where a fun filled walk will follow. August 22: Arts and Culture Walk: Leaves from the Barbour’s General Store and roams the downtown streets where characters and electronic images will bring the urbane activities of yesteryear to life. Be sure to pick up a brochure for the Martello Tower Ghost Walks August 19 and the New River Ghost Walk on August 25. 4538
PIC OF THE MONTH Congratulations to Dianne Graham, who submitted this photo of ripples on the Saint John River to the “Pic of the Month” contest for July. Dianne has won a Movie Pass (for two, including drinks & popcorn), compliments of Ossekeag Publishing. “Bees and Blooms” is the theme for August. Remember - no people or pets please, digital copies only and photos must be horizontal (landscape) not vertical (portrait). Only photos relating to the current theme will be considered. Submissions are to be emailed, as attachments, to editorial@ossekeag. ca and must be received by the 25th of each month. Contest winner will be notified by email when selection is made and vouchers must be picked up within 30 days. Happy shooting!! 0037
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ASK MARY CUSTOMS OF THE PAST I was wondering how the customs of the past comforted people? And what has happened now that so many customs are things of the past? In the twentieth century we saw the ending of some of our mourning customs and for some decades it seemed that outward observances of grief had died. People still grieve, of course, but as privately and invisibly as possible. But having said that I have noticed that although old customs (such as laying out a person at home) have vanished, new customs have come up. The outpouring of flowers, poems, homemade signs and celebration of life suggest that many customs have become more personal. For some there are contemporary support groups, Internet mourning sites and shelves of self-help books about grieving - these can fill in for the loss of some traditional customs. For me I find that some of the mourning customs make psychological sense and yet others make no immediate sense or
even seem distasteful to me. But, when traditions crop up again and again it suggests that they are critical in how we handle our grief. We may observe certain customs – wearing dark clothes to the funeral, speaking only about their good qualities, holding a wake, erecting a tombstone, all because it helps us to show our love and respect. Most mourners feel compelled to do something to recognize the end of life. The best known custom is the wake of two or three days, where the community comes to say farewell and to offer support to the family. There is very little research conclusively demonstrating that one particular mourning practice produces a better grief outcome than another. The truth seems to be that as long as a community supports the mourner in its particular traditions/ customs, whatever they are, the result is more likely to be good than bad. Saying farewell to your loved one is a healthy custom. It confirms the end of
their life and concludes the relationship we shared with them. No matter what customs are used or not used, mourning is compulsory. You may put it off or deny it, but eventually you must do it. Failure to mourn will make you sick, emotionally and probably physically. I remember reading this and I truly believe it – “Time doesn’t heal, Grieving heals.” Please email me your questions: mary@ thesisterhoodofwidows.com 0016
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Support Our Local Food Bank
Ossekeag Publishing will arrange pick up and delivery of boxes to local advertisers to collect donations. Box pickup date will be August 15th for Saint John
The West Side Food Bank started in the basement of the home of Peter Heffernan and his wife Marie sometime in 1985. They built shelves in their basement and local churches, families and friends donated food. Clients would contact the church and they in turn would call the Heffernans; who would make up the order, and if they could not deliver them themselves Father Billy Brennan would deliver the food to clients on his bicycle. At that time they were handling 20 plus orders a month.
We currently have 52 wonderful people who volunteer either on Tuesdays or Fridays, stocking shelves, making up orders, handling the incoming clients by checking credentials and supplying special items requested by them if available. Some of these volunteers also pick up groceries, either purchased or donated by local stores, as well as foods donated on a district level by manufacturers and corporate stores, when available.
With the help of the Human Development, Hunger Group and Esther Shanks of the Community Food Basket and the local Churches, the West Side Food Bank was officially launched. After Peter Heffernan’s time as president this
position was followed by Doug Carter, Clarence (Sonny) Green, Blake Lambert and currently Shelley Scott. When the Food Banks in the city were starting up, any excess food donations were shared between all the Food Banks and this still continues today. There was then, and still is, a great camaraderie between the volunteers. The Food Bank was incorporated in April 1986 and set up in the old DVA Hospital on Lancaster Avenue. By 1998 it moved to the Dr. Roberts Hospital on Sand Cove Road. In December of 2009, the basement of the Carleton Community Centre was renovated and the Food Bank moved there, as this was a more convenient place for the clients to access.
Last year we averaged 273 families per month consisting of 720 people, of which 273 were children under the age of 18. Without the support of local churches, industries, other charitable organizations, stores, and the very generous help of individuals we would not be able to continue this mission.
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