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Wow... the fury of Mother Nature is unsurpassed this year. After weeks of above average temperatures and more rain and freezing rain than I ever want to see in January again, winter has arrived with a vengeance. Even during the winter-that-would-not-end of 2015 I don't remember having so many storm days home from work. Even Kevin stayed home! And to have it all packed into a ten day period... talk about overwhelming. At one point, I was starting to feel a little claustrophobic, which is odd considering most times I'm quite content to stay home and indulge in an day of television, reading and baking. Almost more disruptive than the storms themselves would be the cleanup that must inevitably follow; is anyone else tired of trying to lift snow over their head in an attempt to clear their driveway? I really can't complain given that Kevin and Lindsay took care of moving most of the snow from around our house. This is especially fortunate, given the fact that I barely reach five feet tall wearing my heels and the drifts at the end of the driveway following Monday's blizzard were over my head before the plow went by. We had a lot of fun trying to get the cars moved. Kevin lost one belt on the tractor while blowing the driveway clear. Lindsay stood in snow up to her waist in most places trying to clear the snow away from the doors. I crawled over the center console in my car as it was completely buried on the driver's side. I have a picture of the
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imprint my rear wheel left in the snow as I imagine when I tell this story in a few years my nieces and nephews will equate it to the stories I heard growing up of my grandparents walking to school uphill both ways. We were lucky though, in all honesty. Looking around our neighborhood, it really brought home to me what an incredible community we live in. Everywhere I looked people were helping each other shovel, lending a snowblower or just generally trying to boost morale. Doorways were cleared out for elderly neighbors, groceries were delivered and people went above and beyond to make sure that no one was left wanting. My sister, who has three children under the age of nine and is expecting her fourth, told me that several of her friends stopped by to help with snow removal; a definite plus when your husband drives truck long-haul and is delayed due to weather. There is nothing like a good old fashioned Maritime winter to make me proud to call New Brunswick home.
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ROCMAURA CELEBRATES NEW DONOR WALL In a touching tribute Rocmaura Nursing Home Foundation celebrated its tree of life. A special ceremony gave staff, family members and friends an opportunity to honour someone dear to them. Rocmaura Dietary workers made two special donations to the nursing home, leaving a lasting legacy in memory of two former co-workers. Staff placed a ladybug in loving memory of "Jo Jo" Cyr-Albert, who passed away in October 2013 awaiting a lung transplant. Another long time dining room employee, Debbie Madore, is also remembered with a leaf by her fellow staff. Sister Louise Arsenault & Sister Margaret McLean left a leaf in memory of the Arsenault and MacLean families. Sr. Louise says the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception are like the roots of the tree. They founded Rocmaura over 40 years ago, whose mission is to be a community of caring people and is carried on today. So far the donor wall has raised $6700 for the Foundation. Rocmaura’s Wish List includes needs such as: Blanket warmer $3000, Furniture for TV lounge $2000, Rock and lock glider $1500, 2 Gel pads $150 each, 2 transport wheelchairs $270/$314, Fall prevention equipment – gripper
Paul & Dawn Cosman placed a butterfly in memory of Mom, Ella Green footwear, wandering mats, bed alarms, and much more. For more information or make a donation, please contact: Sally Cummings at the Foundation office at 643-7090 or foundation@rocmaura. com. 4438
SJ NATURALISTS’ CLUB NEWS If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club’s up-coming activities? Regular Club meeting at the NB Museum in Market Square, 7:00pm on Monday, March 13 - “The Life of the Turkey Vulture,
Living on the Edge” with Jim Wilson. For information on registration, timing and locations or to learn more about the SJNC, visit saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567
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CHERRY BROOK ZOO NEWS Winter at the Cherry Brook Zoo is an exciting time. All the big cats love the winter! The new lions arrived last October. The male, Aslan and sister, Freida are now 2.5 years old and are very active, rolling, jumping, running. They are just a bag of energy and play! Plus they are beautiful. The male lion’s roar that can be heard five miles away develops over Aslan’s first five years. I heard a little grumble sound from Aslan - could be the start of his roar? Aslan’s mane is also starting to grow. I saw some hair on his belly and shoulders. Siberian Tiger, Karma, is still with us. International Species Survival Program (SSP) will move her to a facility in Canada later this year for the Siberian Tiger conservation program. Siberian Tigers are critically endangered due to loss of habitat, illegal hunting and the horrible and illegal trafficking of tiger body parts to Asian, European and American buyers. Snow Leopard, Lexi’s homeland is the Himalayan Mountains. Her species loves snow. We want to add a big thank you to our zoo staff who are out in all winter weather every day caring for our zoo animals. Birthday parties and catered seminars are available. Become a zoo volunteer. Zoo financial funding is urgently needed from all of us in our communities. Every cent of money donated to the zoo by our communities goes directly to the Animal Care Budget. We send a big thank you to the many people who have already committed funding for the zoo including the Town of Quispamsis and Town of Hampton. Your zoo has set up ways for your money donations by calling the office or online at Go Fund Me “ This is our zoo”. March Break at Cherry Brook Zoo: Monday, March 6 - 2:00pm, Reptiles; Tuesday, March 7 - 2:00pm, Lions; Wednesday, March 8 - 2:00pm, Reptiles; Thursday, March 9 - 1:002:30pm, Small Animals, Touch Table; Friday, March 10 - 2:00pm, Lions. For more information call the Zoo at 640-1440 or visit the new Zoo Facebook page 2736
AROUND & ABOUT FORCED TO DOWNSIZE It has been my plan over the winter months to get my collection of 40 years of Walks n’ Talks, 50 years of marriage data, and 60 years of photography sorted and downsized. This was not a new New Year’s resolution. Indeed, I had made it numerous times in the past. However, this year I actually have made some progress on the plan. I did get the Walks n’ Talks organized, the marriage data has been filed in categories, but it is still pretty unmanageable, and of no use to the library, museum or archives in its present form. The 60 years of photography, though, is now in a state where it would be of interest to future researchers, beginning with what I call my “620 Collection”. This is the film size of the photos I took of life on Blue Rock hill beginning in 1957. Some of these photos I hadn’t seen in years, as they were lost along the way, but I discovered the negatives, had them scanned and now I can show them on my laptop
and projector. What a delight to see grandparents, parents, siblings, from six decades back. To view again the places we played ball, skated, delivered papers to, bought ice cream at, attended school and church. I guess I would have been quite satisfied with what I had accomplished up to the middle of February. But I’ve been forced by a house fire to continue the process. On Friday afternoon of February 10, a propane tank fire occurred at my residence. Had it not been for the skill of the Saint John Fire Department in controlling this blaze, all my winter work may have been for naught. As it turned out, damage to our home was minimal, mostly siding burned off and lots of water penetration. However, everything in my writing and research room has to be removed to enable soaked walls and floors to be replaced, so I have been forced into physically handling every book and document in the area, and evaluating whether it should remain in my care, destroyed, or passed on to some
of institution like the museum, library or archives. Just this week, I read somewhere that the way to establish whether to keep something or not, is to ask yourself, “Does this bring you joy?” Well, that is not working for me, as there nothing in the rooms or basement area that I have not found joyful. So, the question has to be, “Would it continue to bring me joy?” I have this found question more helpful. As the purging will continue for a couple weeks, if you have a suggestion that might help me, let me know at gosswalk@nbnet.nb.ca. 0004
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MARKETPLACE WELLNESS CENTRE 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 - Winter hours in effect: Tuesdays & Fridays, 1:00pm-3:00pm. Gentle Yoga - 9:00am, Mondays & 10:00am on Thursdays, $6 fee. Line Dancing - 10:00am, Mondays, $5 fee. 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 10:00am and Fridays
11:00am, all participants must have an initial assessment. Call the Centre. Pickle Ball - 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 - First come, first served. $15 plus $5 key deposit. 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
MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE 248 Milford Road, 672-2400 Mondays - 7:00pm, Auction 45’s; except holidays and if school is cancelled, cards are cancelled. All welcome. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm. Saturday, April 8: 11:00am, Easter Egg Hunt, please call to register your child. More information on any of the above or to rent the Centre, please call 672-2400. 0033
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COME CELEBRATE WITH US!! Vivian Patriquen’s Family would like to invite you to celebrate with them on the occasion of Vivian’s 100th Birthday What: Drop In and say Hello – Best Wishes Only Please When: March 12th, 2017 from 2 - 4 Where: Village of Norton Offices 10 Municipal Dr, Norton, NB E5T 0C8 (Directly across from Norton 1 Stop Irving)
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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. Children’s Programs: Babies in the Library - Tuesdays at 11:30am. Registration required. Moon & Star Play Time - Wednesdays at 6:00pm for babies & toddlers Mommy & Daddy too. Time for Tots - Thursdays at 10:30am for ages 18-36 months. Storytime - Fridays at 10:30am, stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft for ages 3-5. Literacy Tutoring - Elementary & Middle School aged children call for free one-on-one tutoring session. Battle of the Books 2017 - five Westside schools in each grade category K-5 are battling to read the most books and win a pizza party. Paws to Read® - Call to register for this one-on-one reading session. LEGO® - Imagine, build, create - all day, everyday. Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day with weekly theme. Adult Programs:. Coffee House & Open Mic - last Wednesday of each month, 6:30pm. Musicians, poets, writers and a great audience. Monthly Book Raffle: Tickets ($2/one, $5/3) on sale each month for a new group of books. Adult Literacy Tutoring: call for free one-on-one tutoring session.
Knit 2 Together (k2tog): Tuesday afternoons drop-in, with knitted squares, tea and treats. Blind Date with a Book: Celebrate Heart Month (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. February Food Bank Drive: When you visit the Library, bring a non-perishable food item for local food bank. Computer Lab: Check your e-mail, do research, use the internet - free. 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 & Wednesdays - 6:00pm, Computer Help. Thursdays - 10:30-11:00am, Story Time with stories, crafts and theme based songs for pre-schoolers; 2:30pm, Scrabble Club. Saturdays - 10:30-11:00am, Toddler Time. Fridays - 1:00-2:00pm, Sign with Your Baby. Library events March 1-18: Tuesday, March 7 - 10:30am, Duct Tape Crafting; 2:00pm, St. John
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Ambulance Dogs; 6:30pm, Language Acquisition lecture. Tuesday, March 14 - 6:00pm, Classic Film. Wednesday, March 1 - 1st Anniversary in new location. Ice tea & cookies all day. Wednesday, March 8 - 2:30pm, Fun with Photo Editing; 6:00pm, PJ movie for families - The Secret Life of Pets. Wednesday, March 15 - 10:3011:30am, Seniors’ & Newcomers’ Cafe. Thursday, March 9 - 2:30pm, UNBSJ Hands on Science (pre-registration required). Thursday, March 16 - 2:30-3:00pm, Hot Wheels Fun. Friday, March 3 - Unplugging day Board Games at the library. Friday, March 10 - 2:30pm, Children’s Movie - The Good Dinosaur. Banana Piana all day drop-in. Vote for your favourite potato chip flavour, while supplies last. Saturday, March 4 - Build by Bricks & More, drop in all day. Saturday, March 11 - 2:30pm, Children’s Puppet Show; Make a Pet Rock all day drop in. Saturday, March 18 - 11:00am, Graphic Novel Club for adults. 0019
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Tuesday, February 28 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at Our Lady of the Assumption Church 3:30-6:00pm at the Assumption Centre on Chapel Street, West Saint John. $7/ adults, $3/children (12 and under). Menu will include - pancakes, sausages, beans, home fries, brown bread, tea, coffee and cake. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, Kingston Parish Hall 4:00-6:00pm. Pancakes, beans, sausages, dessert, coffee or tea. $8/adults, $4/children under 12. Proceeds to Anglican Parish of Kingston. Gluten free pancakes available upon request. Contact: Parish Office 763-3183 or parishofkingston@gmail.com. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Lunch & Supper at Villa Madonna Retreat House. 4 sittings: 11:30am; 1:00, 4:30 & 6:00pm. 849-5125 to reserve your table. Pancakes, sausages, beans, homemade raisin brown bread, maple syrup, gingerbread with brown sugar sauce, coffee & tea. Gluten free pancakes available on request.
Shrove Tuesday Supper at St. Mark’s United Church from 4:30-6:00pm. Come enjoy pancakes, sausages, baked beans, coffee/tea and dessert. Tickets are $8/ adults, $4/children 12 and under. Take outs available. Limited Seating. Call 6723320 for tickets or at the door. Pancake Supper at Glenview United Church, 4:00-6:00pm, blueberry pancakes, home-fries, sausage, beans, brown-bread and dessert. $10/adults; $5/ children 6-12; $25/family up to age 12. More info 696-3775. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, 4:006.30pm at St. Luke's Church Hall, corner of Metcalf St. and Lansdowne Ave, SJ. Pancakes, sausages, homemade baked beans, gingerbread and beverage. $7/ adults: $5/ages 4 to 12; Ages 3 and under eat for free. Proceeds to St. Luke's ministries. All welcome!
Thursday, March 2 Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary monthly meeting in the Boardroom at Rocmaura, 2:00pm. All are welcome.
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Fiddle-Doo & Potluck, hosted by the Maritime Fiddling Assoc and Kim & George Boone, at the Hampton Resource Center (DeMille Court, Hampton) from 2:00-6:30pm. Bring your favourite pot luck dish for supper.
Sunday, March 5 Country Music with Bob Burgess & Friends, 2:00pm, at the Lorneville Community Centre. Special guests will be Claudette Norman, Haley McMillan, Gordie Lockhart and Eddie Bertin. Tickets ($10) available at Lorneville Convenience Store, MediTrust Pharmacy West SJ and at the door. March 6 & 13 Adult Public Skating, Harbour Station 8:00-9:00pm, for adults 18 and over. $8/ person. Enter by West Entrance. Use your hockey, figure or speed skates. Live music by Ron Maloney. For more info visit our Facebook page: harbourskatingclub.ca, call 672-2385 or 672-9424. Saturday, March 11 Monthly Breakfast/Brunch/Bake Sale at Church of St. Andrew & St. David (164 Germain St., side entrance), 9:00am12:00noon. Take-outs available. Great breakfast, homemade items on bake table. Fundraiser for Church. $10/adults, $4/children under 10, $25/family of 4. Church: 634-3092.
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Sunday, March 12 Monthly Breakfast, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #6770, at the Assumption Centre (Chapel Street West) from 9:00am-12:00noon. $7/adult, $3/child. Proceeds support the Breasts Ahoy Southern NB Breast Cancer Survivors and KOC Columbian Squires in Southern NB. St. Columba Presbyterian Church in Concert (1454 Manawagonish Road), 6:00pm - “The Pilgrim’s Journey of Faith”, congregational singing, choir selections, readings. Free will offering goes to organ repairs. Refreshments following. Storm date, March 19. Third Annual Irish Heritage Concert, 2:00pm at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. An afternoon
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of Irish music featuring Heather Flemming, Comhaltas and Irish step dancers. Admission is by freewill donation. All proceeds will benefit the Cathedral Restoration Project.
The Good Time Bowling League, the oldest league in the city, is looking for bowlers for the upcoming season starting the end of August 2017. Singles or couples welcome. We bowl every Tuesday from 6:00-8:30pm at the Saint John Bowlarama, Lancaster Avenue. Dues, including your bowling per week are currently $16. This also includes your annual banquet, held in May. We are a fun league only and do not compete outside our own league. 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... (some of our bowlers are over 80!). If anyone is interested, we have one position open right now! If e-mailing please contact: michael. clark01@bellaliant.net or gp.palmer@ hotmail.com. 4439
Wednesday, March 15 Celtic Concert Series presents in Concert The Irish Descendants, 7:30pm at the Kent Theatre (the old Knights of Columbus building), 24 Coburg Street. Tickets $25 advance and $30 at the door. Tickets available online by visiting the JP Collins Celtic Festival web Site, select tickets menu/Irish Descendants. Saturday, March 18 27 Curl for Mental Health at Thistle St. Andrew’s Curling Club. Lunch provided, two four-end games guaranteed, silent auction and 50/50 draw. $250/team (including $50 registration fee). For more info, pledge sheets or to register CMHA NB (Saint John) at 633-1705 or: saintjohn@cmhanb.ca. th
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SENIORS’ SPRING FEST Seniors’ Spring Fest (for 50+) will be held on Thursday, April 6 from 1:00-4:00pm at Exhibition Park. This annual event will include bingo (cards are 1 for $2 and 3 (max) for $5), musical entertainment with Delbert Worden and Debbie Harrity. Refreshments provided. Tickets are $5 and will go on sale at the Seniors’ Resource Centre, Brunswick Square, Level III, on Wednesday, March 15, 9:00am and at Exhibition Park at 10:00am. For further information, please call the Seniors’ Resource Centre, 633-8781. 4372
VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM A Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is held at the Church of the Resurrection (20 MacDonald Avenue, Grand Bay-Westfield), Mondays & Thursdays, 10:00am to 3:00pm from March 2 - April 27 (excluding holidays). This is for basic tax returns only - family income limit $40,000. No appointment needed. Call 738-3216 (Brian) if you have any questions. 4446
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WELL RESTED PREGNANCY AND SNORING: A CAUSE FOR CONCERN Pregnancy is such an exciting time. The marvelous changes to your body, the preparations for your home and hopes for the future are all highlights of that time. Some aspects of pregnancy are not so pleasant, such as heartburn, extra weight gain and sleep disturbances. Getting comfortable during sleep can be near impossible when you are pregnant. Your larger belly can be difficult to position. Another common and dangerous condition is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). OSA is a common breathing disorder 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. Pregnant women at risk for developing OSA are those who are already overweight or obese, or who have gained excessive weight while pregnant. The extra weight
around your neck can cause your throat to close off during sleep. Those with gestational diabetes or high blood pressure are at higher risk as are those with allergies and nasal congestion commonly caused by higher estrogen levels of pregnancy. OSA causes lowered oxygen levels and increased inflammatory processes during sleep. The associated risks of having untreated OSA during pregnancy include gestational diabetes and pre-eclampsia. These conditions are very dangerous for mum and baby. Mums with sleep apnea are three times more likely to have a caesarean section, have smaller babies that are more likely to be admitted to the Neonatal ICU for breathing problems. You most likely will not notice that you are stopping breathing at night, but your bed partner will notice increased snoring and even cessations in breathing at times. You may feel more tired during the day and even doze off at times. If you think you have sleep apnea, or having started snoring since being pregnant and especially if you have high blood pressure,
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discuss this with your doctor. You should be tested. This can be done in the sleep lab, or done in your home with a simple device. Sleep apnea can be treated very effectively to keep you breathing through the night for you and your baby. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the gold standard of treatment. You wear a little mask over your nose and it blows fresh air in while you sleep to keep your throat opened. Be sure to get this looked after as soon as you suspect there may be a problem. You want your pregnancy to be a joyous and healthy as it possibly can be for you and your baby. 0038
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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 not mandatory. Hall rental and catering available, contact the Legion at 633-0092 for more information.
LANCASTER RCL #69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 6358095
Tuesday, February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 4 - 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in the Upper Hall. Friday, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 7:00pm, Open “Mic” Night with Don LeBlanc & Friends in Pub 69. Saturday, March 4 - 10:00am, Washer Toss Tourny (all welcome) in the Upper Hall; 3:30pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in Pub 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Whiskey River in the Upper Hall. Saturday, March 11 - 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe in Pub 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Party Line in the Upper Hall. Saturday, March 25 - 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe in Pub 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with 2nd Time Around in the Upper Hall. Saturday, April 1 - 10:00am, Legion Provincial Senior Men Dart Tourny
in the Upper Hall; 3:30pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in Pub 69; 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Party Line in the Upper Hall. Sunday, March 5 - 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe in the Upper Hall; 7:30pm, Doubles Cirb in the Upper Hall. Sunday, March 12 & April 2 - 7:00pm, dance with WCR in the Upper Hall. Sunday, March 26 - 7:00pm, dance with Jed & Moe in the Upper Hall. Monday, March 13 - 7:30pm, Branch 69 General meeting in the Upper Hall. Monday, March 20 - 7:30pm, Branch 69 Ladies’ Auxiliary General meeting in the Upper Hall. Saturday, March 18 & Sunday, March 19 - NB Dart Association Tournament, all day - no entertainment or dance. 0015
PRAISE & WORSHIP
To get on the Church Chart Call 832-5613 today! February 28th - March 13th, 2017
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FLOWERS IN BLOOM AND OPEN HOUSES Is anyone else as tired of winter as I am? Don’t get me wrong! There’s something peaceful about watching a gentle snow fall and I love the way my yard looks when covered with a pristine blanket of white. However, I’m not a fan of cold temperatures or icy roads at the best of times and after having an entire season’s worth of snow arrive in a twentyfour hour period, coupled with the joy of digging out of literally several feet of snow, I am more than ready for spring temperatures and green grass. Which got me to thinking about my favourite spring pass-time, gardening. What better way to overcome the winter blues than dreaming of the smell of fresh turned earth and the colours of those first spring flowers? Every year about this time I start pouring over my Vesey’s catalogues, circling all the new blooms, bulbs and seed I want to try. I start looking at different ideas on Pinterest and wishing I could wander around one of the local nurseries. My husband,
Kevin, starts reminding me of the size of my current gardens and the fact that, no, I don’t really need six new plants, because where will I put them? One thing led to another, and the Ossekeag team has decided to welcome spring with a complete overhaul of our office’s garden and yard. It seems fitting: new management, new look. Also, I get to look at all sorts of new and interesting products, and not worry about fitting said items into my garden at home. In that regard, Kevin and I would love to hear from our friends and neighbours- what would you like to see take place on the grounds of 242 Main Street? Red and white annuals to help celebrate our great Nation’s 150 th? Maybe a riot of colour and different blooms in a variety of containers? Or something calming, such as shrubbery and evergreens? Personally, I love the wild abandon of the bushes and lilies that are currently trying to overrun the driveway, but it may be time to regain control - in as much as anyone
can control the freedom associated with nature. The choices are endless, and we welcome your comments. You can contact me at amanda@ossekeag. ca, Kevin at kevin@ossekeag.ca, or the Ossekeag staff at info@ossekeag. ca. Kevin and I will be hosting an open house on Saturday, June 3, from 1:004:00pm, as an opportunity to meet everyone and hear your thoughts about the garden and other upcoming ideas. We welcome you to stop into the office to share some treats, look over our garden plans, and see where the magic happens. We will also be holding our first colouring contest, so bring the whole family. All pictures submitted by children under the age of 12 will be featured on our website and Facebook page as part of our upcoming “Kids’ Corner”. Looking forward to your input as we move forward with the next stage of our adventure! 4436
Jacob: Definitely not co-operative at the
photo shoot. Just kept acting silly. He’s a stocky, domestic short-haired male with lovely green eyes. His coat is a pale grey with white bib, belly and large mittens. Jacob has a very affectionate personality, definitely a lap cat who gets along with all his bunk mates. He’s 4 years old, has been neutered, vaccinated and ‘de-bugged’, in other words, a very happy camper. 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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The Tides
Jacob If interested in adopting Jacob, 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
COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS NOTICES
taoist.org. Voicemail: 658-9854.
Taoist Tai Chi™ Beginner Classes – Saint John, West. Information session and first class will be held Tuesday morning, February 28, 10:00am-noon, and also Thursday evening, March 2, 7:00-9:00pm, at Assumption Centre, West Saint John for adults of all ages, including teens. Try this body-mind-spirit approach to finding balance and building health, strength and flexibility. Cost: $140; (students/seniors: $110) For information: saintjohn.nb@
SERVICES OFFERED 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. PAPER SHREDDING SERVICE Specializing in Personal and Small
Business Shredding. Guarantee of Confidentiality and Security. We recycle all paper and packaging. For A Quote: Email: papershred.sj@gmail.com Phone: 506-652-9447.
VEHICLES WAYNE’S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 6478777. www.waynesautoworldltd.com, 53 Epworth Park Road, Grand Bay-Westfield.
BUSINESS WHO’S WHO MOVING SERVICES No job too big or small Packing materials Climate controlled storage Free estimates Free loaner wardrobe boxes
650-7548
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Photographers Retreat Package Hosted by Kingston Photo Nature Park March 17-20 Geometric Domes (4 days, 3 nights) Ridgeback Lodge accommodations All meals included 2 days guided tours by Terry Adair Limited space contact: photonaturepark@gmail.com Visit www.kingstonphotonaturepark.com
Call 832-5613 to book your space. Next Issue: March 14 Deadline: March 7
AT YOUR SERVICE West Side Home Improvements • Residential & Commercial • Repairs, Renovations & New Work • Decks, Doors, Windows, etc. REGISTERED & INSURED
Phone: Roger 214-3194 Email: r101wilson@gmail.com
February 28th - March 13th, 2017
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EDUCATION PROGRAMS Understanding Anxiety & Panic Disorder Tuesday Evenings Beginning March 14th, 2017 6:30 to 8:30 PM
This eight-week program is designed for individuals who have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety and / or panic disorders. A trained facilitator and health care professionals discuss issues related to anxiety and panic disorders, including information on symptoms, treatment options, coping strategies and community resources.
Hope & Healing: Coping with the Suicide of a Loved One Tuesday Evenings Beginning March 28th, 2017 6:30 to 8:30 PM
This ten-week program is for individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide. A trained facilitator and health care professionals offer information on the grieving process, self-care, coping strategies and community resources.
Mindfulness
Thursday Evenings Beginning March 30th, 2017 6:30 to 8:30 PM
This six-week skill-based program is designed to teach individuals the benefits and practices of mindfulness and how to focus on the art of living deeply in the present moment. Participants will learn how to practice mindfulness to calm the mind and to improve both mental and physical health. For more information or to register for these programs, please contact: CMHA of NB Saint John Office Phone: (506) 633-1705 Sponsored by: