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As I’m writing this, it’s December 23, 2017, Christmas Eve-Eve, one of my favourite days of the year. Most years, I’m putting the finishing touches on Christmas, have wrapped and shopped and baked to my heart’s content and am ready to sit back and enjoy the lights. This year is no different from the past few. I’ve shopped, I’ve wrapped, I’ve baked and the house is all warm and cozy. Except, this year is the first year I’m making Christmas for our daughter and things are so very different from last year. I’ve burnt cookies that I forgot to set the timer for because I got distracted with how cute she looks in the glow of the Christmas lights. I’ve been to the store more times than I can count because she didn’t want to shop any longer one day, so we made another (several) trips. Wrapping was interesting too as I kept stopping to play with or take care of Emma and would misplace the tape by her playpen. This morning, I had the music playing and the lights twinkling on the tree as I got into my last “pre-Christmas-get-readyfor-company” clean. Then I smelled a foul odour coming from Emma’s diaper and decided an early bath may be in order. So I left my bathtub half-clean to fill hers. As we’re in the middle of fighting over whether or not both little hands need cleaned I started to feel a strange, damp, feeling around my feet. Thinking Emma must have splashed some water out of the tub during our wash cloth tug-of-war I was prepared to ignore the dampness until my feet got really wet about the same time I heard what sounded like a small waterfall. I forgot to put the plug
in Emma’s tub and the water had slowly (or not so slowly judging from the water pooling on the floor around my feet) been seeping out of the tub and onto my table. As I hurried to fix the plug I told myself “everything is fine, I wanted to mop anyway”. Then I moved a towel to sop up some of the mess and realized there was a small river flowing into Kevin’s work bag. And the panic begins to set in- not only is Emma’s bath water on the table, dripping onto the floor and seeping into my mat it’s also seeping into the bag where Kevin keeps his fire radio and all his important papers. I had a half-washed infant and a potentially fatally washed portable radio, not to mention what else of import could be in the bag. Who decided I should be left in charge? Where is an adult when you need one? Then, with a laugh (‘cause you might as well laugh as cry), I remembered that I put me in charge and I am the adult. So I put on my metaphorical big girl undies, took a deep breath finished bath time, saved the radio and reminded myself the floor needed washed anyways. Oh, Christmas with a child, totally unpredictable yet completely wonderful. I am so looking forward to the changes this year shall bring. 0001
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Library News WEST BRANCH LIBRARY Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Blvd, 643-7260 Hours: - Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00am-8:30pm; Sunday, Monday & holidays - closed. Moon & Star Playtime - for ages 10 - 36 months. Wednesdays at 6:00pm. Time for Tots - for ages 18 - 36 months. Thursdays at 10:30am. Story Time - Fridays at 10:30am, ages 3-5. Reading Buddies - Saturdays at 2:30pm. Where two or more read together. Volunteers needed. Speak out YOUth! Focus Group Wednesdays at 4:00pm. About YOU, For YOU, By YOU. STEAM - Science Technology Engineering Art Math, Thursdays at 4:00pm. 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. Literacy Tutoring - Elementary and Middle school aged children. 643-7260 for a free one-on-one tutoring lesson. Knits for Kids - A heartfelt thank you for all the contributions to our mitten tree. Many beautiful items were delivered to Hestia House and Romero House. Family Literacy Day Plasticine Fun Saturday, January 27 at 2:30pm. You can roll it, cut it, mold and shape it and crush up what you have made and start all over again. Project Bare Feet - A sock drive for people in need. Socks are the number one requested clothing item at homeless shelters. Drop off new socks of all sizes at the library until February 28. Dark colours are best. Friday Flick - Friday, January 26 at 2:00pm - Viewing: American Made. Dealing with Personal Debt - Thursday, January 25 from 7:00-8:00pm. Call for free registration. Learn to Play Bridge - 6:30pm on Wednesdays and Fridays at 2:30pm. Knit 2 Together (k2tog) - Tuesdays at 2:00pm. Knit, tea and treats.
WBL Gallery - Art Work by Mary Doucet. WBL In the Window & Off the Canvas Exhibit space available for decorative works of art. Adult Literacy Tutoring - free one-on-one tutoring session, call 643-7260. Blankets for Canada Society Inc. - Crocheters and knitters make 8 X 8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in Saint John area. Donations of yarn appreciated. 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. 0019
LEGIONS LANCASTER RCL #69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095 You don’t have to be a Veteran to join your legion. Join Today. Tuesdays - 7:00pm, Partners Crib in Upper Hall. Wednesdays - 1:00pm, Seniors Bingo in the Upper Hall. Fridays - 7:00pm, Open “Mic” Night with Don LeBlanc & Friends in Pub 69. Saturday, January 27, February 24 3:30pm, Dance with Moe & Jed in Pub 69. Saturday, January 27, February 10 8:00pm, Single and Friends Dance with Party Line in the Upper Hall. Sunday, January 28, February 18 7:00pm, Dance with Steve & Carol in the Upper Hall. Saturday, February 3, 17 - 2:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in Pub 69. Saturday, February 3, 24 - 8:00pm, Single and Friends Dance with Second Time Around in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 4, 25 - 7:00pm, Dance with Jed & Moe in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 11 - 7:00pm, Dance with WCR in the Upper Hall. 0015
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES NOTES FROM the IMPERIAL – JANUARY 2018 Hello there January. You may be cold and icy but I like the way you have longer days and you seem to pass by pretty quickly. I like an underdog story and you are surely the underdog of the northern hemisphere when it comes to months. You follow the most popular gal at the party and are
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that they are only falling ill because they overdid it in December. But who gets, the flak? January, of course. Ol’ January, you cannot catch a break and I want you to know that I feel your pain. I feel your pain and so does Imperial. We’re sorry that artists don’t like to travel as often during you and that, for the most part, people are a little slow to get back to nights out after overbearing December. We have done our best this year to be sure that we have not left you completely alone and hope that we can help to light up some of your January evenings. We have invited some really cool dancers from Toronto to help (Toronto Dance Theatre: House Mix on Tuesday, January 23) and we’re stoked to have the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour on Thursday, January 25. And to cap off your lovely month we are very excited to be presenting the wonderful Susan Aglukark and her presentation of songs and stories called Nomad. That show is a Canada 150 performance and takes place at the Imperial on Friday, January 26 at 7:30pm. So, lighten up ol’ Jan and give us a smile. Remember that even though you follow big, fancy, month 12, you are the start of a brand new year. People make life-changing resolutions to you…and fitness organizations think you’re awesome. In fact people do lots of great things during you. They eat better; sleep better; behave generally better and quit all the bad stuff in their lives. You may be a cold month January, but you are a hopeful one. In fact, I would argue the most hopeful of all. Cheers to you January. Cheers to your countless minor hockey tournaments. Cheers to new starts and new years. Cheers to striving to fit into those jeans you can’t let go of in the back of your closet. But most of all, January a big, fancy cheers to you. B. xo 0030
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STAND BY MARY FUNDRAISER In December 2017 Mary was diagnosed with stage 3A breast cancer. We are raising funds to help Mary with keeping a roof over her head, access to nutritious meals, and transportation to her treatments. Mary was a server at Swiss Chalet and is unable to work at this time because of her diagnosis. On Saturday, February 10 from 7:00-1:00pm at Island View Lions Club, 9 Market Street, Quispamsis. Her friends and family are holding a fundraiser. Join us to play your favorite board game or card game to support this worthy cause. Board games and cards provided. Admission is a donation at the door. There will also be a cash bar available, 50/50 tickets, silent auction and a toonie toss. Info: StandByMary2018@gmail.com
While "White Cane Week" is officially an initiative of the Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB), the celebrations themselves are typically a "Team Effort". White Cane week is a perfect opportunity for the Blind and Partially Sighted to develop new relationships within their communities, and continue to support those longstanding partnerships vital to creating, developing, and maintaining vibrant and inclusive communities. So, what does it all mean? The traditional "White Cane" used by many (but certainly not all) blind Canadians is a tool vital to the independence and safety of those who use it. If you are a motorist, please recognize and respect the White Cane. If you are a person living with Vision Loss, remember: that Cane can save your life! In its symbolic role, the White Cane represents independence, not dependence It represents the ability to overcome the challenges that accompany vision loss. It is perseverance. It is strength. While it is often viewed as part of a blind person's identity, it should not be seen to define them. A lack of sight is not a lack of vision. There will be an Awareness Activity hosted by CNIB New Brunswick, The Saint John Chapter of the Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB), and the Saint
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MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE 248 Milford Road, phone 672-2400 Mondays - 7:00pm, Auction 45’s, will resume Monday, April 9. Tuesdays - 10:00am, Starting Tuesday, March 13. Reading Library free for kids ages 18 months to three years. 11:00am, Toddler reading program ages 3-5 years. No registration required. Call centre for more info. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm. More information on any of the above, volunteer or to rent the Centre 6722400. 0033
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Tuesday, January 23
Sea Belles A Cappella chorus invite women who love to sing and can carry a tune, to join their weekly rehearsals Tuesdays 7:00-9:30pm. Portland United Church Hall, 50 Newport Crescent, Saint John.
Wednesday, January 24 TIFF Film Circuit Saint John presents award-winning film, Lucky. The spiritual journey of a 90 year old atheist facing his final days. 7:00pm Cineplex SJ, $11.50/ person. Box office opens at 6:15pm. Tiffilmcircuitsj.com. Sunday, January 28 Warm up to Winterfest at Market Square Atrium from 1:00-3:30pm. Wellness booths, main stage entertainment, interactive games, healthy snacks and prizes. Info: fundywinterfest.ca. Wednesday, January 31 NB Genealogical Society of Saint John
January meeting at 7:00pm at the SJ Free Public Library in the multipurpose room. Guest speaker Audrey Sanojca is speaking on The Gene Scene. AGM to follow.
Thursday, February 1 Monthly Meeting of the Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary in the Boardroom at 2:00pm. All Welcome. Saturday, February 3 Fundraising Dinner for private sponsorship of a Syrian Refugee family. Grand Bay Baptist Church, 77 Woolastook Drive. Spaghetti Dinner 5:00-7:00pm, free will offering. Info: Doug Muir, 674-1494 or dougmuir@nb.sympatico.ca. Thursday, February 8 Blindfold/White Cane Walk at the YMCA from 2:00-4:00pm to Celebrate White Cane Week. Cake will be available on Thursday as well to celebrate CNIB’s 100th birthday. Information/history table to be set up all week in the lobby.
Sunday, February 11
Monthly Breakfast, K of C Council # 6770 Assumption Centre, Chapel Street West from 9:00am-1:00pm. All Welcome. $7/adults and $3/children.
Tuesday, February 13 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Assumption Center, Chapel Street West 3:30-6:00pm. $7/Adults, $3/Children under 12. Pancakes, sausages, baked beans, home fries, brown bread, tea, coffee, juice and dessert. Sea Belles A Cappella Valentine Performance 7:00-7:45pm Shannex Parkland Millidgeville, 40 Vitality Way, Saint John. Chorus members entertain Shannex Parkland residents, families and staff. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at St. Luke's Church Hall, corner of Metcalf and Lansdowne 4:00-6:30pm. $7/ adults, $5/ages 4 to 12, kids 3 and under, free. Pancakes, sausages, beans, and gingerbread.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Disaster can happen to anyone, anytime. Are you ready to help your community when it does? The Canadian Red Cross Disaster Management Team is looking for active volunteers to assist with local and national disaster events. For more information, please visit www.redcross.ca/volunteer. You will receive training and support. Let’s talk. Find out more, contact Christy:
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SJCCE A grateful “Thank You” from the Saint John Community Christmas Exchange to all the churches, agencies and individuals that supported the Christmas Exchange in 2017. To all who sponsored families and made donations and to the volunteers, who gave of their time so generously, thank you. Your generous support has seen that over 2700 families in the Saint John and surrounding areas were looked after for Christmas. 4829
BYERS FAMILY REUNION There will be a reunion of relatives of William and Elizabeth Byers from the West Side of Saint John on July 28, 2018. It will be held at the Fairway Inn, Sussex NB from 12:00-6:00pm. For more information please contact lindaaframe@ outlook.com. 4826
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