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HELLO When my husband, Kevin, first mentioned the idea of purchasing Ossekeag Publishing in August 2016, although I was excited at the opportunity, I thought it would be another one of our daydreams. After all, Kevin already had two businesses to run and I worked full-time as a legal assistant in Saint John. But we kept talking about how interesting the idea was and started making plans. We're both proud to be Kings County babies, Kevin growing up in Pearsonville (located about 20 minutes outside of Sussex) while I am a “city girl”, hailing from Sussex. Although I spent three years in Fredericton attending university, I couldn't wait to move back to the valley, and have lived in my hometown since. I have worked in Saint John for approximately six and a half years and have no plans to leave Southern New Brunswick as this is truly home. Kevin attended NBCC in Saint John and worked briefly in Moncton and Hampton before opening his own computer repair shop in Sussex. He is a member of the Millstream Fire Department and can often be seen taking part in various volunteer activities. We both believe in the importance of
family and the small town values found in our community as a whole. We believe that the services Ossekeag Publishing provide benefit the larger community of Kings County and the Greater Saint John area and are please to have the opportunity to continue that legacy. Now here we are, five months and four publications later, getting ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Kevin is content to provide tech support, as he will continue operating Kings County Computer Repair and The Water Spout. We are looking forward to being involved with such an integral part of the community. Kevin and I are both excited for this new opportunity and look forward to learning more about the business and people involved. So we want to hear from you. Let us know what you would like to see, what your thoughts and ideas are, and how we can best meet your needs. Looking forward to meeting and growing with you, Amanda Crealock (amanda@ ossekeag.ca), Kevin Crealock (kevin@ ossekeag.ca). 0001
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AROUNd & ABOUT 620 NEGATIVES HELP ME LOOK BACK This is a big year of celebration in Canada, our Sesquicentennial. Not much has been revealed about what will be happening in the next few months, but I think there will be many good opportunities to have some fun and learn something new about our community, and our county. Today, I want you to consider how you can get involved in this year of festivities. Recently in trying to catalogue some of the many boxes of heritage material I have collected, I came across a box of 620 negatives from the first camera I ever owned - a birthday present in 1957. As heritage month is coming up, and I am once again co-coordinating the Market Square Heritage Fair - on Saturday, February 18 from 9:30am-3:30pm, these negatives will be an ideal way for me to offer something new and different to those who come to my table, or come to the storytelling tent where a half dozen of the exhibitors have agreed to share some aspect of their life as history or genealogy
buffs, or various collectors who will be present. When I took the pictures, the only way they could be enjoyed was by having prints made. To do that, the exposed roll of film was usually dropped off at a local drug store and a week later, you had your pictures. I have enjoyed seeing once again images of my grandmother, the house we lived in at 169 St James Street, my siblings when they were young, activities we enjoyed at St. George’s Church; but what surprised me is that almost every photo reminded me of some aspect of my life I had forgotten - adventures on Beatteay’s Beach, in Queen Square, on Blue Rock Hill, at LaTour and New Albert schools, at our church and among friends I’ve lost touch with. I’ve decided I’ll show some of the photos via a slide program that I never dreamed would exist 60 years ago. While the pictures are on the screen I will share of few of the stories that have come from the
dark recesses of my mind at the storytelling tent at the Heritage Fair on February 18. I am betting the photos will remind some the other heritage minded people who will be manning the 24 booths. So, set this day aside and come and delve into the past at Market Square, and make this a February Sesquicentennial activity that will help you plan more 150th birthday events through the coming months. Edited for space, see full article and photo at: Ossekeag.ca. 0004
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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, January 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7 - 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in the Upper Hall. Friday, February 3, 17, 24, March 3 7:00pm, Open “Mic” Night with Don
LeBlanc & Friends. Saturday, February 4 & 25 - 2:005:00pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in Pub 69. Saturday, February 4 & 25 - 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with 2nd Time Around in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 5 & 19 - 7:00pm, dance with Steve & Carol in the Upper Hall. Saturday, February 18 & March 4 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe in the Upper Hall. Sunday, February 26 - 7:00pm, dance with Jed & Moe in the Upper Hall. Monday, February 13 - 7:30pm, Branch #69 General Meeting in the Upper Hall. Monday, February 20 - 7:30pm, Branch #69 Ladies’ Auxiliary General Meeting in the Upper Hall. Saturday, March 4 - 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Party Line in the Upper Hall. Sunday, March 5 - No Dance. Friday, Saturday & Sunday, February 10, 11, 12 - NB Dart Association Tournament only. 0015
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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 at 7:00pm: Monday, February 13 - “Who Killed Buddy the Dinosaur?” - the mass extinction of 66 million years ago, with Curt Nason; Saturday, February 25 – at 10:00am and again at 1:30pm,
“Birding 101” Workshop with Jim Wilson. Pre-registration is required - call Joanne Savage at 847-4245 or email davidsavage@rogers.com. 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
WHAT’S HAPPENING Thursday, February 2 The monthly meeting of the Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary will be held in the Boardroom at Rocmaura, 2:00pm. All are welcome. Saturday, February 4 Winterfest Amazing Race in Rockwood Park! Race to read clues, solve puzzles and engage in wonderful winter activities that are suitable for the whole family! Register (free-ofcharge) today at: fundywinterfest.ca.
Thursday, February 9 Church Home Supper Club - Prime Rib supper 6:00pm at Church of St. John and St. Stephen (130 University Avenue). $25/person, call 643-6007 to reserve seating. Proceeds to raise funds for Nursing Home residents. Saturday, February 11 Valentine’s Dance, Simonds High School cafeteria 8:00pm-midnight. Music to suit all tastes and ages.
Tickets ($10) at The Power Store (Loch Lomond Road), SHS Office (Hickey Rd) or by interac e-transfer to simondsalumni@gmail.com. The dance is open to anyone over 19. Hope to see you there! Monthly Breakfast/Brunch & Sale at Church of St. Andrew & St. David (164 Germain St., side entrance) 9:00am-12:00noon. Take-outs available. Homemade items on our bake sale table. Fundraiser for the Church. $10/adults, $4/children under 10, $25/family of 4. Phone: 634-3092
Sunday February 12 Monthly Breakfast, sponsored by KOC Council #6770, 9:00am-1:00pm at Assumption Centre (Chapel Street West). $7/adult, $3/child. Proceeds to Breasts Ahoy Southern NB Breast Cancer Survivors and KOC, Columbian Squires in Southern NB.
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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, 6338781. 4372
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Dream within a dream. Steve McGarrett and Danny Williams. Spy thriller about a bi-polar CIA analyst named Carrie Matheson. 7. “Hi. I’m Neegan.” 9. Netflix series about 100 juvenile delinquents sent to a post-nuclear earth to see if it is habitable. 11. First Mel Gibson road warrior movie name. 12. Black smoke monster.
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS WANTED Volunteers are needed to help file simple income tax returns for people in your community, on behalf of the Canada Revenue Agency’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). If you have a basic understanding of income tax and want to help out in your community, come Lend a Hand! You can register to become a CVITP volunteer at: cra.gc.ca/ volunteer, until February. The CVITP has been helping individuals
with modest incomes and simple tax situations prepare their income tax and benefit returns for free for 45 years. CVITP volunteers help complete more than half a million tax returns every year, lending a hand to thousands of people in communities across the country. As a volunteer with the CVITP you will: give back to your community; help individuals get or maintain uninterrupted access to benefits and credits; increase
your personal tax knowledge; gain new skills and improve existing ones; do work that is valued and recognized; and receive training, support, and reference materials including free tax software. For more information about the CVITP, to find out how to become a volunteer, or to find a participating community organization in your area, go to: cra.gc.ca/volunteer, or call us at 1‑800‑959‑8281. 4352
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
SEEKING MEN aged 30-65 for ONLINE SURVEY Are you interested in taking part in a study about men’s health? Nurse researchers at the University of New Brunswick want to learn about how masculinity and experiences of violence might affect men’s health. We want to hear from men who HAVE and who HAVE NOT experienced violence. Taking part will involve doing a confidential ONLINE SURVEY that takes about 40 minutes. For taking part in the study you will be sent $20. If interested call: 1-888- 457-6600 or e-mail: health@unb.ca This project has been reviewed by the University of New Brunswick Research Ethics Board: REB#2014-035
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PIC OF THE MONTH RETURNS Pic of the Month contest is back, starting February 1. We will continue with a different theme each month and are adding a few tips for shooting each theme. “Icicles” is the theme for February. Karl’s tips - Overexpose a bit to keep the ice bright and not grey; Try to get the sun to
peek around the icicle and this will often cause an interesting starburst effect. 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
BATON TWIRLING CLASS Baton Explosion Inc., is offering a Valentine’s Free Baton Twirling Class on Saturday, February 11 at the Carleton Community Centre located at 82 Market Place on the West Side of Saint John. We ask you to have indoor sneakers and wear comfortable clothing. Batons are available for use at the class. The times available
are: 10:00am to 11:00am; 11:10am to 12:10pm; 1:10 to 2:10pm and 2:20 to 3:20pm. Ages four & up, boys and girls and adult class if requested. Come on out and give it a twirl! Our motto is: Be Active Twirl One Now! Forms for the Twirling Class are available by emailing: batonexplosion@gmail.com.
Baton Twirling is a recognized sport with Sport New Brunswick. Canadian Baton Twirling Federation – CBTF & Baton New Brunswick – BNB will be hosting the Canadians/Nationals at Harbour Station during the 1st week of July. Come on out and see how baton twirling has evolved. 4409
FREE INCOME TAX RETURNS Seniors (50+) who are on low income -singles 30,000/year or couples $40,000/year can have their Income Tax Returns completed at no charge at the Senior’s Resource Centre in
March and April. This service will be available on Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00-11:30am & 1:00-2:30pm. The Centre is wheelchair accessible for any age.
For more information please contact the Senior’s Resource Centre at 6338781. 4371
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LIVE WELL MAKING A DIFFERENCE As helping professionals, we all want to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Of course, we do not change people… they change themselves, or not! As therapists, we are merely instruments whose function is to help facilitate a process; we cannot fix or save others. A Zen saying that I believe applies to the practice of counselling says: “When the student is ready, the teacher appears!” While skill on the part of the therapist is important, it is even more important that the individual seeking counselling be willing to do what it takes to make the changes they desire. Generally, three questions asked upon first meeting an individual or a couple can help determine readiness: “Do you think this situation can be changed?” “Do you want to change it?” and finally, “What are you willing to do?” The most important question, of course, is “What are you willing to do about the problem?” When barriers to change are presented, it is not likely change will occur. Such recommendations
might include that an individual self-refer for an alcohol assessment, attend a family violence program, put a plan of self-care in place, and so on. Earnie Larsen wrote: “If nothing changes, nothing changes!” If an individual makes positive change and experiences improvement in their situation, the success belongs to the individual, and not to the therapist! If the therapist took the credit, then he or she would also be responsible for all those who do not experience positive change. Ideally, as a therapist I would like to think that all my clients benefit from counselling, but the truth of the matter is that some do not, some start out with a head of steam then drift away, some see change as too much work, while for others I am the planter of the seeds of change, change that may occur long after counselling has concluded. Over the years, I have met many individuals who have thanked me for something I said or a direction I provided; often, however, I do not even remember the individual or their
situation, which is a good thing, especially with regards to confidentiality. When individuals do not like what they hear or verbally badmouth the therapist publicly for whatever reason or perceived injustice, confidentiality prevents the therapist from defending him or herself, their reputation or that of their agency. This is especially true with social media, particularly Facebook. In that regard, social media can be either a curse or a blessing for the therapist. One can only hope that a few negative comments do not impede others for reaching out for professional help when experiencing l i f e difficulties. 0008
Judy Urquhart MSW, RSW Gentle Path, Executive Director
‘One-Eyed’ Jack:
Hi Everyone, My name is ‘One-Eyed’ Jack. Finally! a chance to toot my own horn: As you can see from my ‘petrait’, looking me in the eye is easy - I only have one. The other was injured before I arrived at PAWS and it’s just been removed. No change in my sunny personality or calendar-perfect physique though: 4 years old, stocky ‘solid bod’ with a thick orange coat. I love to be fussed over, I give high-fives and can purr up a storm. The ‘deed’ has been done (y’all know what that means); I’ve been ‘de-bugged’ so, all to say, I’m ready for some adoption action. E-mail the sanctuary, better still, fill out an Adoption Application Form on their web site - and mention Jack sent you. Here’s looking at you! -Jack 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.
‘One-Eyed’ Jack If interested in adopting ‘One-Eyed’ Jack, please contact the Sanctuary via e-mail or better still, fill out an Adoption Application Form from our web site.
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JANUARY - ALZHEIMER AWARENESS MONTH The Alzheimer Society kicks off Alzheimer Awareness Month with a new campaign. Each year, 25,000 Canadians hear the words, ‘you have dementia.’ But dementia is more than just numbers. Friends, families and members of our communities all experience the personal and social impact of dementia. For our health-care system and economy this means higher demand for services and soaring costs. It’s not just their disease. It’s ours too. That’s why the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick is asking fellow New Brunswickers to be #InItForAlz and support vital programs and services offered to the 16,900 families throughout our province. Dementia doesn’t discriminate and can affect anyone. It’s one of the fastest-growing diseases of our time, but still has no cure or effective treatments. It can only be beat if everyone takes action. That’s why Darren Dreger, a Hockey Insider at TSN, is getting behind #InItForAlz. His 76-year-old step-father, Ervin, who lives in Saskatchewan, was recently diagnosed with dementia. “This is a cause that’s close to my heart
and I’m proud to lend my support to the campaign. We need to get over our uneasiness about dementia and start to recognize and talk about it more openly. Research is a top priority if we’re to find a cure for people like my step-dad. And, we need to turn research into better resources for caregivers like my mom,” says Dreger, who makes his home in Toronto. You, too, can be #InItForAlz and make a difference right from your computer. Donate to support our local initiatives, become a volunteer in your community, host a Coffee Break at your place of work or take part in our 14th Annual Walk for Alzheimer’s. You can also use the hashtag #InItForAlz to spread the word that “it’s not just their disease. It’s ours too.” The Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick has six Resource Centres around the province and runs numerous monthly Caregiver Support Networks for people with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia and their families. The Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick provides support and information through a toll free bilingual 1-800 line, and provides comprehensive information kits to help families navigate their way
through a diagnosis or suspicion of Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer Society provides in-office and telephone support, and organizes various fund development activities to help fund the national Alzheimer Society Research Program. Through its many programs like their First Link Program, Annual Conferences for health care professionals, Memory Café’s, and educations programs, the Alzheimer Society is working everyday to defeat dementia’s dark shadow. 4395
KINGS COUNTY MUSEUM UPDATE The Kings County Museum in Hampton is closed for the winter. However, for family tree research only, the museum is open now on Saturdays from 1:305:00pm and on Mondays from 10:00am2:00pm. If you’ve been wondering about your ancestors, come to the Kings County Museum - we might have the information you’re looking for! The charge is $10 for non-members of the Kings County Historical Society, and free for members. 4365
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HOSPITALS SEEKING HELPING HANDS Horizon Health Network is currently looking for energetic and outgoing individuals to volunteer a few hours a week in the Saint John Area. Volunteer Resources offers a variety of programs and is currently recruiting Emergency Room Greeters, Oncology Visitors, Cuddlers and volunteers to assist with Church Services, Music, Recreation and in the Auxiliary gift shops. Horizon
is also recruiting Patient Experience Advisors who support Horizon on teams and committees to positively effect change and progress within our various programs and departments. Volunteers are a very important resource within our healthcare community. Volunteers provide compassion and support to our patients, their families, visitors and
staff every day. If you have a few hours to spare, please consider donating your time and contact your local volunteer office. Volunteer applications are welcome at this time for: Saint John Regional Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Ridgewood Veterans’ Wing, Centracare. Contact: Julia Brooks 6325420. 4407
ATTENTION TEACHERS This is the 20 year of the Marigold Project. Last year, as we have done every year, we increased the number of sites, schools, teachers and students participating. We have surpassed our own Guinness World Record we set three years ago, two years in a row. We are now at 63 schools at 65 sites and 7,000 children participating. The Marigold Project has won awards or has been copied in Germany, UK, US, Japan and across Canada. The tourists and locals love the great work you do. We are empowering our children and we are improving our community by th
spending time with our children . We use all forms of intelligence and learning styles, cross curriculum, lateral thinking experiences and all children participate, so it is very inclusive. Citizens get to see and experience our work right up to the end of October. This makes our children very proud and creative which leads to confidence . Can you please email right away regarding your participation. Schools start growing in March and there are only two months left of winter. The Project has now planted over 4
million marigolds and not one mural or marigold vandalized. If you have any questions on how you use the various learning styles, lateral thinking or cross curriculum call me at 333-4612 or email me at anytime (bogden@nb.sympatico.ca). One thing that has gone over well is to bring gardeners and seniors into your class to help the children grow and plant your marigolds. Most schools plant at the first of June . Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our children. Sincerely, Barry Ogden, marigolds.ca. 4408
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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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WELL RESTEd CAN MY CPAP MACHINE MAKE ME SICK? The gold standard in treatment for Sleep Apnea is CPAP. This quiet little machine sits at your bedside and blows gentle air into your nose to prevent snoring and to keep you breathing properly. It is a lifesaver for many. Your CPAP machine requires proper care and a small amount of maintenance to prevent bacterial growth and breathing infections. If your CPAP not cleaned properly and moisture is allowed to sit in the tubing and humidifier, you might be at risk of developing a fungal or yeast colonization. Harmful mold could begin to grow and lead to irritation of the lungs, adding to cough or an infection like bronchitis or pneumonia. Bacteria likes to grow in warm, moist places as well. Cleaning your machine and mask routinely will keep you safe and free of infection. Clean your CPAP mask, hose and humidifier
chamber with hot water and soap. It is recommended that this be done at least weekly. Your mask can be washed daily to remove face oils and promote a better fit. If you have been sick, clean your mask, tubing, and device daily to remove mucus and other bacteria and viruses that might be hiding out. Do not let water or moisture remain in the equipment for prolonged periods. Use a heated humidifier and heated tubing to reduce condensation. If you stop using the treatment for more than a couple of days, clean and dry it out completely. Use distilled water in the humidifier to reduce your risk of infection and mineral build-up in your chamber. Replace your supplies as often as you should. Masks should be replaced at least every six months. Reusable filters should be washed monthly and disposable should be replaced every
three months. This will extend the life of your machine. Do not share your equipment. This increases your infection risk. Do not purchase or accept used equipment, especially used masks and tubing. By adhering to these simple steps, you can reduce the risk of getting sick and ensure that you get the full benefits you expect from Sleep Apnea treatment! 0038
Angie Cummings, BSc RRT, Sussex Sleep Clinic
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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 - Please sign up for next session, Tuesdays (February 14, 21 & 28) 11:30am. Time for Tots - 10:30am on Thursdays for ages 18-36 months. Moon & Star Play Time - 6:30pm for babies & toddlers - and Mommy & Daddy too. Storytime - 10:30am on Fridays, stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft for all ages. Literacy Tutoring - Elementary & Middle School aged children call 643-7260 to book a free one-on-one tutoring session. 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, all welcome. Monthly Book Raffle: Tickets (one for $2, three for $5) on sale each month for a new group of books. Adult Literacy Tutoring: Free one-onone tutoring session call 643-7260. Knit 2 Together (k2tog): Tuesday afternoons drop-in, with knitted squares, tea and treats.
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. Saturdays - 10:30-11:00am, Toddler Time. Tuesday, February 14 - Giant Heart Valentine all day drop-in. Make a valentine to show what you love about NB and add it to our giant heart. Supplies provided to make one for those you love! Tuesday, February 21 - 6:00pm, Classic Film. Tuesday, February 28 - 2:30-3:30pm, Knit & Crochet Club. Tuesday, February 28 - Freedom to Read Week begins. Wednesday, February 1 - 6:00pm, Language & The Brain, lecture with DR.
Mattyas. Wednesday, February 1 & 15 - 10:3011:30am, Seniors’ & Newcomers’ Cafe. Wednesday, February 8 - 6:00pm, Sunset Cinema - The Boss, rated 13+. Wednesday, February 15 - 6:00pm, Paint for Fun with Mattyas, pre-registration required. Saturday, February 11 - 2:30pm, Children’s Movie - The Pirate Fairy, rated PG. Wednesday, February 22 - 6:30-7:00pm, Hackmatack Children’s Book Club. Thursday, February 2, 9, 16, 23 - 10:3011:00am, Every Child Ready to Read storytime; 2:00-4:00pm, Scrabble Game drop-in. Thursday, February 9 - 2:30-3:30pm, Hot Wheels fun. Thursday, February 23 - 2:30-3:30, Book Club for adults; Friday, February 10 - 2:30-3:00pm, Contines en français, French Story Time; Open Craft Day - all day drop-in. Friday, February 17 - 2:30-3:30pm, Seniors’ Computer Question & Answer. Friday, February 17 & 24 - Open Craft Day, all day drop-in. Saturday, February 11 2:30pm, Children’s Movie Time; 2:30-3:30pm, Sharing Circle. Saturday, February 18 - 11:00am, Graphic Novel Club for adults; Kindergarten Bag Day, all day drop-in. Saturday, February 25 - 2:30pm, Puppet Show fun. 0019
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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.
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