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There has been talk recently in the news about the lack of sleep children are receiving, how much sleep they need to be able to learn in school, and to live a healthy life. The lack of sleep can cause health problems that can have negative results for years to come. As I listened to one report recently, the main focus discussed how social media was a cause for children and teens not receiving enough sleep to be able to function properly in school. I understand children today have much more technology to communicate with their friends than I could have ever imagined growing up, with cell phones, texting, the Internet, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, YouTube, and other sources of communication available to them. My son has a cell phone and other things that I refer to as "gizmo gadgets". He is not on these gadgets much and with his cell phone he has never reached his usage minutes and I have never paid a bill more than $30 per month. Many times his phone is dead and needs to be charged. However, my son is up late during school nights, and the cause of this is not social media or extracurricular activities, but the amount of homework that is assigned to him with the courses he is taking. My son participates in a sport one evening per week, yet different times he cannot attend this because of homework. He goes to school all day with classes from 8:30am to 3:30pm, has spent lunch times doing school work,
then after a day of being in school, he comes home and begins his homework. He takes approximately a half hour off while we have supper. .. he then goes back to his studies and most nights he is finishing near midnight. I have seen where he has had 3 tests in one day plus other assignments that were due. I have seen him doing homework to 2:00am then getting up at 6:00am to review his notes before he goes to school. If it is difficult for an adult to function on 4 to 6 hours of sleep, how can we expect our children to function on this? I realize social media can have a negative effect on our children's learning, with some children up late socializing with their friends when they should be sleeping. I feel there are different reasons why teens are up late and with regards to homework being assigned, maybe teachers can limit the amount they assign so that a child can complete all the assigned homework from the different teachers at a reasonable time. Then our children who are up late because of homework are able to go to bed at a reasonable time and be rested for the next day at school. 0001 Kathleen Bolger Editor, Ossekeag Publishing
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L'ARCHE - CREATIVE ARTS INITIATIVE L'Arche Saint John is pleased to welcome new participants to their expanded Creative Arts Initiative. The Initiative offers a joyful and supportive setting in which individuals with a variety of abilities can develop their creativity while sharing in an atmosphere of encouraging friendship. Participants can attend full day, morning or afternoon sessions. The Creative Arts Initiative takes place every Friday from 9:30am3:30pm, at All Saints Church Hall at 35 Park Avenue. Additional sessions are held uptown every Wednesday from 9:30-11:30 at the Saint John Arts Centre. The sessions explore a variety of media including paint, paper, and clay. Some instruction and materials will be provided, but participants may also feel free to bring their own creative supplies or continue with existing projects. Tea and coffee will be on hand. Friday participants should bring a bagged lunch. L'Arche is a faith-based, ecumenical organization founded in 1964 by
Canadian Jean Vanier and is now present in 35 countries. Its members, people with and without intellectual disabilities, are encouraged to develop their potential to the full – nurturing personal growth and sharing their gifts in a spirit of friendship and service. For more information or to make arrangements to visit L'Arche Saint John please contact Jocelyn Worster at larchesaintjohn@nb.aibn.com and 672-6504. 3882
TALKING ABOUT ADOPTION The New Brunswick Adoption Support Network, a Program of the New Brunswick Adoption Foundation, presents: Talking with your Community about Adoption, with guest speakers: Erin Jean Harris (Resource Teacher), Joan Pye (Adoption Social Worker), Francoise Corbin-Boucher (Provincial Coordinator NB Adoption Support Network), & JoAnn O’Blenes (Teacher). This information session will be held on Thursday, February 11, 7:00pm in the Community Room, 1 Peel Plaza,
Saint John. This free event is open to the general public, pre-adoptive & adoptive parents, pre-foster & foster parents, professionals in the field, and anyone interested in adoption. Registration required, space is limited. Register by contacting Catherine Derry at 642-3210 or adoptnbsaintjohn@ gmail.com. 3888
HEARTFELT THANK YOU The Westside Food Bank would like to thank all of the many individuals, churches, church groups, businesses, organizations, schools, etc., who donated money, food, knitted items, toiletries, etc., during this past Christmas season. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who support the Food Bank throughout the year. It is very heartwarming to know that others are thinking about those less fortunate and, because of your support, the food bank can continue to assist the needy in our community. Thank you, Westside Food Bank. 3886
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JOIN FENCING The Fundy Fencing Club is open to individuals 10 years of age to adulthood. Our club is for enthusiasts who are interested in the sport as recreation, and for those who are interested in fencing as a competitive sport. They are prepared to compete in tournaments around Atlantic Canada. Three versions of fencing are all taught at our club Foil, Epee, and Sabre.
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Saint John Early Learning Centre, previously known as Holy Trinity Elementary School. Please use entrance at corner of Rockland Road and Burpee Ave. Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30pm Saturdays 12 noon- 1:00pm (Beginner Program) Private lessons on request $30 per month for one session a week; $40 per month with two sessions weekly (Payable by cheque or cash)
Coach: Rick Gosselin, Certified NCCP level 3 Rick has coached 3 national medal winners. In 2003, he was the coach of the Gold Medal Men’s Epee team and in 2007, the coach of Bronze Medal Men’s Epee team. Rick has been involved with fencing in NB since 1968. - Represented New Brunswick at the 1971 and 1975 Canada Winter Games. - Represented Canada at the 1974 Junior World Championship in in Spain. - Coached for Team New Brunswick at the Canada Winter Games in 1995, 1999, 2003 & 2007. - Previously coached with the Renforth and UNB-SJ Fencing Clubs. - Recently retired and looking to develop a program for youth in the Saint John and surrounding areas. What Does My Child Learn from Fencing? - It will build self-confidence and self-esteem. - Learn fair play and good sportsmanship. - Learn to set and meet long term goals. - Improves eye-hand coordination and increases reaction time. - Helps develop decision making abilities. - Improves agility, balance, and coordination. It is one of the few sports in which boys and girls compete on equal terms against each other. A year round sport, with events to interest the competitive and team spirit. Fencing is a great workout and can be played well into adulthood.
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WELL RESTED OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA: THE “NOT SO SILENT” KILLER Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a very common sleep disorder. It is marked by heavy snoring, pauses in breathing, gasping for air and daytime sleepiness. Other factors in OSA include morning headaches, a large neck, being overweight and high blood pressure. There are strong associations between untreated Sleep Apnea and Cardiovascular Disease. Those with untreated OSA are at greater risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart attack, stroke and early death due cardiovascular problems. This grim outlook can be changed by having your sleep apnea diagnosed and treated. Where to start? STOP and talk to your doctor if you answer YES to any of the following: S - do you SNORE loudly? T - do you feel TIRED? O - has anyone OBSERVED you stop breathing? P - do you have high blood PRESSURE? Your doctor may decide to refer you for a sleep test either in your own home or in a sleep lab to see if your breathing is disturbing your sleep. Some of the most common treatments for Obstructive Sleep Apnea include Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), weight loss and Mandibular Advancement Devices. The gold standard in treatment for OSA is Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. You may have a friend or neighbor who “sleeps with a mask on at night.” Well, that is CPAP. The mask is attached to a machine that generates an air pressure and blows it into the person’s nasal passage at night and essentially splints their throat open so that they can breathe at night the way that they do during the day. They can maintain a deep sleep instead of constantly waking themselves up through the night. This form of treatment has been shown to bring many of the Cardiovascular Risk factors into the normal range. Weight loss is effective at decreasing sleep apnea. Some folks are able to shed enough weight that the extra tissue collected in their throats shrinks enough to remove the obstruction entirely. A smaller percentage of the population can lose weight but their anatomy is such that their throat still
closes off on them. Mandibular Advancement Devices or MADs are oral appliance made by your dentist. It works for some with mild to moderate sleep apnea or snoring. Others find that they get jaw pain, or that their bite gets out of alignment. Start 2016 out happier and healthier.
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TAOIST TAI CHI It’s not too late to dust off those New Year resolutions about getting in shape and taking care of yourself. A mid-winter Taoist Tai Chi™ class will introduce you to the benefits and enjoyment of a health-giving martial art based on physical, mental and spiritual practices evolved over hundreds of years. Taoist Tai Chi™ impacts on all the physical systems: respiration, digestion, circulation and muscular-skeletal. This ancient art can also help with stress management, energy levels and relaxation. Taoist Tai Chi™ classes have been available in the Saint John area for many years. In beginner classes men and women, who often come as couples, or accompanied by friends, practice the basic moves of the ‘set.’ The atmosphere is friendly, and there is no competition. Taoist Tai Chi™ is practiced as a series of foundation exercises called jongs, and a 108-move set, which involves turning, stretching and carefully structured movements. There is a challenge in the process of learning
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which stimulates the mind. The physical practice results in a sense of well-being throughout the entire body. Tai chi works holistically, building strength and endurance, improving balance and flexibility, and in many cases reducing pain. It is appropriate for all ages and health conditions. Continuing classes are available for those who wish to learn more. Beginner classes will be starting as follows: Rothesay, Our Lady Of Perpetual Help – Monday, February 8, 7:00pm; Quispamsis, QPlex Thursday, February 11 - 10:00am; Saint John, Assumption Centre Tuesday, February 9 -,10:00am and Thursday, February 11 - 7:00pm. All classes are two hours, and include classes until the end of May. The cost is $140 ($110 for students/seniors). The Fung Loy Kok Institute is a world-wide non-profit, charitable organization. More information can be found on our website: taoist.org. Call our voicemail (658-9854) for further information or email saintjohn.nb@ taoist.org. 3889
If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club’s upcoming activities? Regular Club meetings: Presentations - February 8, Dr. Stephen Turnbull on Porbeagle Sharks and Finback Whales in the Bay of Fundy; March 14, Amanda Didychuk on the ongoing study of bird-building collisions in NB and Laura Tranquilla on Tracking Birds with Automated Telemetry in the Maritimes. Meetings are at the NB Museum at Market Square at 7:00pm. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. For more information on these activities and to confirm the details about registration, timing and location of the field trips or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub. org or follow us on Facebook at. 2567
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EMERGENCY MEASURES A STANDBY GENERATOR I finally made the decision to buy a standby generator for the house. Actually it was my wife decided to purchase one after we lost our power for seven days. The next step was to decide what Systems would be powered during a power outage. First the heat pumps will provide cooling and heating for the house. Second the water pump at the wellhead would have to be added. We decided that we did not have to use the water heater. The two freezers were added because of the large amount of food that we would lose if they thawed out. The hot tub was added not for use during the power outage but to stop it from freezing and spend thousands of dollars to remove and/or replace. The refrigerator in the kitchen plus a plug to run a kettle or toaster joined the list. Finally three plugs in the bedroom
will be needed. One to power medical equipment, one for a table lamp and the other to charge flashlights, batteries and cellphones. Added up and doubled, to cover startup surge, we required at least 18 kilowatts for the required systems. The fuel to power the generator was easy to decided upon. We had propane already running our emergency heating system so we added another tank and ran an additional line to the generator. Better than storing and handling the large amount of gasoline required. A contractor was chosen who would source the generator, obtain the permits and install an automatic transfer switch and pony panel. The transfer switch turns on the generator when regular power is off and disconnects the generator from the normal grid. When grid power is returned it disconnects the generator
and turns it off. The installation must be done by a licensed electrician to ensure a safe install and to maintain our insurance. If not properly installed and damage caused by the generator would not be covered by our home insurance. By taking the time to decide what your needs are and ensuring they are safely meet, you can “Be prepared not Scared”. 0039
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NEW CHAIR FOR ROCMAURA Rocmaura Foundation Board Chair, Rod Flood, poses with Esther O’Connor who is enjoying the new Thera Glide Rocking Chair recently donated to Trinity Court. Recreation Therapists
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LISTEN IN LOCAL SPOTLIGHT ON JEFF MCGRATH Saint John West resident Jeff McGrath is a sharp dressed (somewhere between James Bond and singer Robert Palmer), 31 year insurance broker and father of two. He is also a singer/songwriter, multi instrumentalist, and producer who recently left the familiar confines of his home studio to venture onto the local live music scene. “Apryll Aileen was a huge reason to be honest, because when she came out of her corporate world and into music full time.” Jeff says in what was part of his inspiration to getting out there musically. “Apryll said; you really need to stop being that guy in his living room. You should get out there and do something about it.” “The “Bad Moon Rising” cover was the big one that we (Jeff & Apryll) did. It has a really cool feel to it” This song is part of a yearlong project where Jeff will release 52 productions containing covers, collaborations and originals all at his home studio in Saint John. Music
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has always been a lifetime passion for Jeff and it’s wonderful to hear about this artist coming into his own. “I have been playing music all my life and love writing and producing songs for myself and other artists. I began playing guitar at the age of eight when I found an abandoned Yamaha in my mother's closet. Growing up listening to my parent’s collection of eight-tracks and vinyl I was quickly influenced by artists like Janis Joplin, The Doors & Neil Young to name but a few.” I’m always curious to hear when an artist discovers their own artistic personality apart of from their parents’ record collection (important none the less). “I grew up on Nirvana and those great bands of the 90s. Simple chord stuff. The Beatles, and old records that Mom and Dad had. By the time I was 15-16 years old we could pretty much find anything we wanted on the net, as far as learning how to dissect a song. Music has always been a huge thing for me.”
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Jeff elaborates on his own musical discoveries. I’m curious about his plans beyond the “Covers” project and what he hopes to accomplish as a songwriter. “The ultimate vision for me as a songwriter is to create an audience, some hype and some awareness through social media and hit people with something original. There is an original project in the pre-production stage now. The deadline (release) for that is for December, 2016.” Jeff ’s has been playing a residency gig every few weeks at O’Malley’s on Rothesay Avenue. Come on out and see Jeff live and support another local rising star. His next performances there are; February 5 and February 20. 0041
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LEGIONS LANCASTER RCL #69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095, www.rcl69.ca. Tuesday, February 2, 9, 16, 23 - 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in Upper Hall. Friday, February 5, 12, 19, 26 - 7:00pm, Open Mic night with Don LeBlanc & Friends dance in PUB 69. Saturday, February 6 - 2:00pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in PUB 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Sidekick in the Upper Hall. Saturday, February 13 - 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe show in PUB 69. Saturday, February 20 - 2:00pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in PUB 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Party Line in the Upper Hall. Saturday, February 27 - 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe show in PUB 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Jypce Wind in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 7 - 1:00pm, Doubles Crib Tournament; 7:00pm, dance with WCR in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 14 & 28 - 7:00pm, dance
with Steve & Carol in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 21 - 7:00pm, dance with Burke & Pye in the Upper Hall. 0015
KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@hotmail.com Branch Hours: Monday-Wednesday 2:308:00pm; Thursday 2:30-12:00midnight; Friday 2:30-9:00pm; Saturday 2:009:00pm; Sundays 10:30-1:00 (brunch) and 1:30-9:00pm (2:30pm, Shuffleboard, everyone welcome). Sunday Brunch - 10:30am-1:00pm weekly ($7/person, $4/children under 10); juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, cheese omelets (new), tea/coffee. Everyone welcome. The Legion “Brunch Crew� is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings, please contact the Branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - third Wednesday each month (February 17) 11:30am-1:30pm. Menu offers choice of two soups (or salad),
choice of three sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. $7/person. All welcome. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm registration, games at 7:00pm every Thursday. 40 tickets (max) available per tournament. Tournament cost $20. Serving the Public: Catering available; facility rentals - two rooms available for functions, business and private meetings. Contact Branch for details. Veterans Need Help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience. Please contact our Service Officer, Emery Hyslop at 944-0660 or the Branch for further information. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/ week; come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for more information. Sponsored by RCL #58, proceeds go to supporting the community and those in need. For more information on Branch activities or the Legion in general please contact the Branch. 0015
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES DISCOVERING THEATRE Hans Christian Andersen was really on to something in 1843 when he wrote "The Ugly Duckling." Not only is it the prototype for all the "it gets better" messages since, it reminds us all of the importance of giving our offspring the chance to peer into many nests to discover where they might discover their beauty. I think about this story a lot when working on the Imperial Theatre's school programming. Not just because of the worlds that children can see onstage, but because of the world they become part of just by attending the theatre. Some families are into sports, and their kids will have the chance to attend professional games and get a feel for the world of the athlete. They will be encouraged to learn and play sports, and if these are their gifts, they will excel on the playing field. Some families value scholarship and the naturally bookish child will shine there. Some families encourage outdoor pursuits and the
junior camper will find their soul reflected in nature. Some families are into the arts, and their children will be offered music and theatre as a path to their future. Life being what it is, it's impossible for any one family to provide all the possible experiences for their children. Sometimes a bookish child is born to a family of artists, or an artist to a family of athletes. Sometimes those children spend years feeling like the Ugly Duckling, out of step with their nest-mates. This is where schools come in. Teachers have always known the importance of giving children a wide variety of experiences, especially beyond the school grounds. Every "field trip" has the potential to change a child's life. If that seems too dramatic, I can say without doubt that I am only in theatre because my grade seven teacher fought for my class to go on a field trip to Stratford. I had never seen a play of any kind (although I had been on a lot of camping trips) and I doubt that I really
understood "Othello" but I got back on the bus knowing that the theatre was the right nest for me. So when I plan out the series of shows we offer every year for elementary, middle and high school students; when the team puts together the materials to send out to schools; when we see those yellow buses pull up on King Square, I picture that one child who's going to make the same discovery. There are three school shows left in our season. Ramshackle Theatre provides a modern multi-media experience for high school students, "Mistatim" is a beautiful play for middle schoolers about two children reaching beyond their differences, and Sheesham and Lotus take elementary school students on a trip into the past with their old time music. 0030 Lee Bolton
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LIBRARY NEWS WEST BRANCH LIBRARY Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Blvd, 6437260 Fall/winter hours: - Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am-8:30pm; Sunday, Monday & holidays - closed. Children’s Programs: Babies in the Library - sign-up for next sessions in February and April. Time for Tots - Drop-in for children aged 18-36 months Thursdays at 10:30am. Storytime Drop-in - for all ages consisting of stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft, Fridays at 10:30am. Thursday Night Homework Help for elementary school students, Thursdays 5:30-7:30pm. Pre-register at 643-7260 or westbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca. Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day. Books, a craft, puzzles and colouring sheets with weekly theme. Battle of the Books - Game on! 5 months,
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5 West Side schools, 52 classes. 6 pizza parties. Thanks to sponsors Papa John’s Pizza and Lancaster Mall. Saturday, February 6 - 11:30am, Family Movie Matinee viewing, AntMan. Saturday, February 13 - 2:30pm, Super Star Saturday. Meet at the Mall Star for a Valentine’s Day Special. Saturday, February 20 & 27 - 10:00am4:30pm, LegoTM Saturday. March 8-12: Magically March, your March Break destination. Magical Movies at 12:00noon, daily; Magical Crafts at 2:30pm, daily; 6:30pm (Wednesday), A Magical Evening; 6:30pm (Thursday), Magical Teen Tech Night. Adult Programs: Knit 2 Together (k2tog): Tuesday afternoons drop-in. We have knitted squares, tea and treats; if you have the time drop in and put two or more together to make a blanket. Blankets for Canada Society Inc crocheters/knitters welcome to make
8x8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in the SJ area. Donations of yarn gratefully appreciated. Computer Lab: Available to check your e-mail, do research and use the internet. The service is free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Free Wi-Fi. Bulletin Board: Check out what is happening in your community. February Food Bank Drive - do it for the love of humanity! For every visit you make to the Library bring a nonperishable food item for those in our community in need. Thursday, February 11 - 12:00noon, Change Your Plate - The Love of Food and the Food of Love. Info sessions to promote a healthy and meaningful lifestyle. To pre-register call the library. Thursday, February 18 - 7:00pm, Mystery Book Club - Mysteries by Peter Lovesey. New members welcome. Wednesday, February 10 - 6:00pm, Girls’ Night with a Chick Flick and popcorn, viewing Sleeping with Other People.
LIBRARY NEWS Wednesday, February 24 - 2:00pm, Interview Skills Workshop with The Work Room. Call the library to preregister. Thursday, February 25 - 1:00pm, Library Social for seniors, newcomers and adults - all welcome. Social time and light refreshments; 7:00pm, Chick Lit Book Club - Code Name Verity by Elizabeth E. Wein. New members welcome. Friday, February 26 - 1:00-5:00pm, Friday Flick Double Feature viewing Ted and Ted 2. Blind Date with a Book - going out on a blind date is a lot like opening up a new book, you never know what kind of experience you’re going to have. For the Month of February, select your “date” from the display of specially wrapped books, check it out at the Circulation Desk and then unwrap it. Hopefully it is love at first sight. Community Room Rental: West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities.
EAST BRANCH LIBRARY 545 Westmorland Road, 643-7250, eastbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca Library Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00am-8:30pm; Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm. East Branch is Moving! Our last program before the move is Saturday, February 6. The last day open before the move is Wednesday, February 10. The library re-opens on Tuesday, March 1 at 10:00am (regular hours) at 55 McDonald Street (the transit building). 0019
PROVINCE-WIDE PLAYWRITING CONTEST The NotaBle Acts Theatre Company is once again searching for great plays by New Brunswick writers for its annual province-wide Playwriting Competition. NotaBle Acts is celebrating its 15th Anniversary in 2016. In that time, the company has presented over 184 new plays by 94 different New Brunswick playwrights at its annual summer theatre festival. If you’d like to add to those numbers and be part of this year’s lineup, NotaBle Acts invites submissions in three separate categories. The SiteSpecific series seeks three 15-30 minute scripts, to be set in unconventional public locations in Fredericton. Our Taking it to the Street contest seeks 7-10 minute scripts for production outdoors in downtown Fredericton, with four winners selected. The third category, Acting Out, is for submissions of oneact plays 30-50 minutes in length. The winning scripts and runners up in this category will be showcased during the festival either as workshopped productions or staged readings. In addition to having their work produced at the festival, all winning playwrights will receive script support from an established New Brunswick playwright and cash prizes of $150 for the Site-Specific series and $100 for Taking it to the Street. Winners of Acting Out will receive a $200 prize. Writers interested in entering the contest should consult the full contest rules and guidelines at: nbacts.com. Questions can be posed to Artistic Director, Len Falkenstein, at lfalken@ unb.ca, or 458-7406. The deadline for entries is April 23. 3883
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Held monthly on the last Sunday of each month 2-4pm at St. Mark’s Church, 50 Dexter Drive, West Saint John
Education and support services for those living with dementia, their loved ones and caregivers. Health care professionals are on-hand to answer questions and offer advice with volunteers providing information, entertainment and activities. For more information contact Ed Sullivan at 672-5286 sulli@nb.sympatico.ca
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MARKETPLACE WELLNESS CENTRE Carleton Community Centre, 120 Market Place; 674-4335 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am3:30pm. Specimen Collection - Mondays & Wednesdays 7:45am-3:00pm, walk-in only. Lunch 11:35am-12:35pm. Food Bank - Tuesdays & Fridays, 1:00pm-3:00pm. Food Purchase Club - clients pay for their bag of fresh produce. Call 6744335 for information. Smoking Cessation Program - call 6744335 for an appointment. Fundy Fog Chasers - meet Thursdays (6:30pm) and Saturdays (9:00am), runners and walkers welcome, no charge. Check our site on Facebook. Monthly Foot Care Clinic - 3rd Wednesday of each month, ($35 fee or covered by insurance), appointment needed 657-2273. Gentle Yoga - Thursdays, 10:00am. $6 fee. Zumba - (slower pace), Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00am. $4 fee. Pickle Ball - Tuesdays, 11:00am.
contact Mike 672-9566. Art Class - Tuesdays at 10:00am (goodwill offering). Community Garden Plots - First come, first served. $15 plus $5 key deposit. Social Development case worker on site Tuesdays 1:00-3:00pm or by appointment. Social worker/Counselling (by appointment). Two Nurse Practitioners, by appointment only. Weight Management Program - a free 8-week program on Tuesdays, 11:00am until March 8. To register 632-5537. 3250
ALZHEIMER CAREGIVER SUPPORT NETWORK The Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick, in partnership with Loch Lomond Villa is providing a “Saint John Later Stages Caregiver Support Network” - for caregivers who are caring for someone in the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. The purpose of this Network is to:
Learn - support groups are a place to ask questions and get answers from those who understand your needs and feelings; Share - support groups provide an opportunity to exchange creative and caring techniques and ideas; Express Feelings - support groups offer a safe and confidential place where you can discover you are not alone in your feelings and that others understand what you are going through; Care - support groups provide an opportunity to remember that laughter, taking care of yourself and planning for the future are essential for your well-being. For more information please contact the Alzheimer Society of NB in Saint John: 634-8722/saintjohn@ alzheimernb.ca. 3881
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ASK THE CHEF TO PRE-HEAT OR NOT PRE-HEAT Colin Sifton here from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question; When should a pans be pre-heated before cooking and how can I tell if they’re hot enough? It really depends on what you are cooking but for the most part, all pans should be pre-heated as well as ovens. Putting cold food into a cold pan and letting them heat up together tends to make your product sweat and will not give you the desired outcome. When frying meat, chicken or fish you will need a very hot pan. By cooking in a pre-heated pan with a small amount of oil, you will seal your product, trapping in all the juices and flavours which gives you a proper product. If you add any of these to a cold pan, you will see moisture beginning to appear in your pan. This has come from your meat and it has now made it less moist as well as more tough: two things you never want out of the
main ingredient of your meal. There is a really easy way to tell if your pan is hot enough. We call it the smoke point. This is when the oil in the pan just begins to smoke. This is the point where the oil begins to break down and will not get any hotter. All oils have a different smoke point. Canola oil has a smoke point of 200 degrees Celsius, where extra light olive oil is about 242 degrees C and is better for you. The oil right now that has the highest smoke point is avocado oil at 271 degrees C. You should never cook in butter, even though everyone does. The smoke point of butter is 177 degrees C but the bigger problem is that butter has milk solids as well as oil and these milk solids burn before your food is ready and some studies has shown that it may cause cancer. If you like cooking with butter, may I suggest microwaving the butter first to separate the oil from the milk solids and then use the oil to
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cook with. Your oven should also be pre-heated for the same reasons as the pans. If you start with a cold product in a cold oven not only are you going to lose moisture and tenderness, but it will take longer for your oven to come to temperature. If you are following a timed recipe, this will no longer be accurate. I know a lot of people do not take the time to pre-heat as it takes time to coordinate the next step in your preparation, but try it and I promise you will see a difference in the end product, more compliments on your meal and a healthier meal for your family. 0040
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Wednesday, February 3 Fundy Gardeners meeting 7:00pm at St James The Less Church, 1760 Rothesay Road in Renforth. Steve Nason will give us tips on photographing our gardens. New members and guests are always welcome. For more information go to fundygardeners@blogspot.com.
8:00pm, bands play 9:00-midnight. $6 at the door and open to anyone over 19. Best dance floor in the city.
Thursday, February 4 Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary monthly meeting in the Boardroom at Rocmaura at 2:00pm. All are welcome.
Monday, February 8 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West entrance), 8:00pm, for adults 18 years and over with hockey, figure or speed skates. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/skate night. More info: harbourskatingclub.ca; “Harbour Skating Club” on FB, or 6722385/672-9424.
Saturday, February 6 Valentine’s Dance, 8:00pm-midnight, Simonds High School cafeteria, ages 19 and up. DJ with music for all tastes and ages. Tickets ($10 each) available at the Power Store on Loch Lomond Rd, Simonds High School office, by interac e-transfer to simondshighalumni@ gmail.com or call Troy 651-9390. Singles & Friends Dance (with “Sidekick”) at the Branch 69 Legion, 714 Wilson St W, SJ. Doors open at
Tuesday, February 9 Pancake Supper at Our Lady of the Assumption church at the Assumption Centre ( Chapel Street, West) 4:006:30pm - pancakes, sausages, home fries, beans, brown bread, coffee/ tea and dessert, $7.00/adults, $5.00/ children (12 and under) note price correction. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at the Kingston Parish Hall, 4-6:00pm. Pancakes, beans and sausages
including dessert, coffee/tea. $8/adults, $4/children under 14. Proceeds go to the Anglican Parish of Kingston. Shrove Tuesday Supper at St. Mark’s United Church from 4:30-6:00pm. Come enjoy pancakes, sausages, baked beans, coffee/tea and dessert. $8/ adults, $4/ages 12 and under. Takeouts available. Limited seating. 6723320 for tickets or purchase at the door. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at the Glen View United Church, 4:306:00pm. Menu - pancakes (including blueberry), home fries, beans & brown bread, sausages, variety of desserts. $10/adults, $5/children 6-12, $25/ families up to 12 years. Take-out available, 696-3773.
February 9 & 11 Taoist Tai Chi™ Beginner Classes - SJ, West. Info session/first class of 12 week series 10:00am-noon, and February 11, 7:00-9:00pm at Assumption Centre, West SJ for adults of all ages,
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Thursday, February 11 Church Home Supper Club at the Church of St. John and St. Stephen Home Inc (130 University Ave, SJ), 6:00pm. Menu (prepared by Red Seal Chef): Soup, pot roast and veggies, sticky date pudding with ice-cream, tea/coffee. Tickets ($25) by calling 643-6004. Sunday, February 14 Knights of Columbus #6770 Breakfast 9:00am-1:00pm at the Assumption Centre (Chapel Street West). $7/ adults, $3/children. Proceeds support local non-profit groups. Monday, February 15 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West entrance), 8:00pm, for adults 18 years and over with hockey, figure or speed skates. Live
music by Ron Maloney. $8/skate night. More info: harbourskatingclub.ca; “Harbour Skating Club” on FB, or 6722385/672-9424.
Saturday, February 20 Comhaltas - Traditional Irish session, 7:00pm at the Kingston Parish Hall. All welcome, regardless of experience. Bring your traditional instrument or voice - join in or sit and listen. Snacks & beverages available. Freewill offering at the door goes to Macdonald Consolidated School playground refurbishment. Thursday, February 25 SJ Art Club monthly meeting 6:30pm, NB Museum, Market Square. Short business meeting followed by special guest, Museum curator of Cultural History & Art, Peter Laroque will be critiquing members’ art (2pcs/member max). Public is invited to attend, new members welcome. 849-7119.
January, February 27 Kings County Historical & Archival Society meeting at the Kings County Museum in Hampton, starting at 2:00pm. Steve Adamson will speak on his mountaineering experiences with some historical content. All are welcome to attend. Sunday, March 13 Knights of Columbus #6770 Breakfast 9:00am-1:00pm at the Assumption Centre (Chapel Street West). $7/ adults, $3/children. Proceeds support local non-profit groups. Thursday, March 24 SJ Art Club monthly meeting 6:30pm, NB Museum, Market Square. Short business meeting followed by special guest, Helen Schideler. Her art and helpful tips will inspire. Public is invited to attend, new members welcome. 849-7119.
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THANK YOU - RVMS The River Valley Middle School “Me to We” group would like to thank Mr Shiels, Mrs McGrath and Mrs Sawyer for allowing us to collect both new and gently used clothing, canned goods and school supplies at the annual East/ West Basketball games, as well as at the RVMS Hoops Classic. Members of our Me to We group were on- hand to collect these items, as well as any other donations (such as cash) that people gave. The donations are for the YMCA Newcomers Connection. We would like to thank everyone for their generous support! 3884
WESTFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS Skating program - Our school will be having the 4-week skating program again this year in February (Fridays 5, 12, 19, 26). Students will be bussed from the school to River Valley Rink and back. All students must have a helmet (hockey or bike helmet) and
a bag to carry their skates in. If your child needs skates, please call the school as we have some that were donated. We ask that students bring in $2 each to cover the cost of bussing and rental of the rink. Safety Concern - Dropping off and Picking up students: Please do not drop off and pick up students at the back door (morning or afternoon) as it is a staff entrance and traffic becomes very congested. This is a safety concern. Parents are to drop off and pick up students at the side of the school. Thank You. WES is looking for community support for the following initiatives. Through a partnership with the Lions Club, WES is currently accepting donations of used eyeglasses to send to various countries where there is limited to no access of proper eye glasses. WES is concentrating on a year-long campaign to collect metal can tabs so that we can donate these to make wheelchairs for those who cannot afford to purchase a wheelchair on their own. Lastly, WES is looking for donations of Campbell’s soup labels so that we can submit these in exchange
for various equipment for our school activity programs. Thank you to The Medicine Shoppe for agreeing to be a drop-off location for all of the above initiatives. The support of our community is greatly appreciated. Please contact the school should you have any further questions. 3885
MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE 248 Milford Road, 672-2400 Mondays 7:00pm, Card night (Auction 45’s), no cards on holidays. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm. The Community Centre is available to be rented for your special events, please contact the Centre for more information. For more information on any of the events/volunteering, please call the Centre or email: information@ milfordcommunitycentre.com. 0033
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MENU Cream of Mushroom Soup Pot Roast Mashed Potatoes Carrots and Turnips Sticky Date Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream Tea and Coffee Call 643-6004 to purchase tickets.
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PIC OF THE MONTH WINNER Congratulations to Katherine Holmes, who submitted this photo of winter fog and snow in the KV Valley to our “Pic of the Month” contest for December. Katherine has won a Movie Pass (for
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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS NOTICES TAOIST TAI CHI™ Beginner Classes – Saint John, West. Information session and first class will be held Tuesday morning, February 9, 10:00am-noon, and also Thursday evening, February 11, 7:00-9:00pm, at Assumption Centre, West Saint John for adults of all ages, including teens. Try this body-mindspirit approach to finding balance and building health, strength and flexibility. Cost: $140; (students/seniors: $110). For information: saintjohn.nb@taoist. org. Voicemail: 658-9854.
SERVICES OFFERED WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067. SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies,
gentlemen and children. Hems done on pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Call 672-2599. VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY & REFINISHING - Craftsmanship. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship. DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction & roofing materials, demolition, brush, trees, decks, flood clean-ups. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles, U-load trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026.
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LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER We believe that if a woman with cancer can be helped to look good, chances are she’ll feel better, her spirits will be lifted and she’ll be empowered to face her illness with greater confidence. We like to call it a ‘makeover for the spirit’. Look Good, Feel Better workshops are held on the third Monday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. This program is geared towards patients experiencing skin and hair changes due to radiation and/or chemotherapy. The workshop is free of charge and is held in the Oncology Conference Room at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
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