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“Life is a highway I wanna ride it all night long” - Song written by Canadian Tom Cochrane As you can tell... Mikie is excited!! A week or so ago, we had a major upgrade to 500 metres of the family wood’s road and wow, what a highway!! From the previous 8 - 10 feet wide, it is now a lot straighter and nearly twice as wide. Built in anticipation of being used by an 80 foot tractor trailer, with a load of over 30 tons, Mikie is now able to have side by side tractor races. Unfortunately, I can still only drive one at a time. Due to budget limitations, the road construction still requires some finish work!! Yahoo... Mikie has a project and like most projects you need tools and of course... best of all... highways demand traffic. Regular readers with average IQ’s should know exactly where this is going. “Mikie’s got a new TRACTOR” Yay!! Of course it is a 42 year old new tractor, but she is still a lot younger than the missus and works better too!! A great man (well .. ah .. gee .. guess it was me) once said: “Every useful tool, you should have two of. Really important tools, you should have three
of.” Pure genius. Thanks to the nice people in Salt Springs for helping this come true. So, my new construction company is ready to roll and go to work. In fact, two tractors are already out working on the road and I expect to have the third one join the fleet shortly. Once I get the surface of the road smoothed out a bit, it will be beneficial to have a lot of traffic on it to help speed up compacting several feet of silt clay. Tractor races should start in August. All entrants (tractors) must be 35 years of age and over. Sissy tractors with bright shiny paint and in showroom condition are not eligible. I would hate to see all that paint come off if I swiped you with my loader. Life is a highway, I want to ride it all night long. Oops, need to install lights on my newest baby!! 0001
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HVHS SUPPORT TO RELAY FOR LIFE Students at Harbour View High School raised more than $18,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society recently through their Relay For Life on May 22. Students at Harbour View have been holding a Relay for the past nine years, raising funds for cancer research and support programs for people living with cancer in New Brunswick. This year, more than 200 students participated. The event was organized by Miss Kyra Marks’ Leadership Class. 3589
MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE 248 Milford Road, 672-2400 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
SEAWOLVES AT HOME SCHEDULE UNB Saint John Seawolves football ‘at home’ 2015 schedule – Atlantic Football League for ages 18 to 24 years. Monday, August 10 - Minor and High School Football Camps (August 10, 11, 12) operated by UNB Saint John Seawolves at Canada Games Stadium, Tucker Park. Saturday, August 22 - Training Camp Starts. Saturday,September 19 - 8:00pm, hosting UNB Fredericton Red Bombers at the Canada Games Stadium, Tucker Park. Saturday, October 10 - 4:00pm, hosting Dalhousie University Tigers of Halifax Thanksgiving Weekend at Tucker Park. Saturday, October 17 - 4:00pm, hosting Holland College Hurricanes of PEI,Canada Games Stadium, Tucker Park. Saturday, October 31 - Atlantic Football League Semi-Finals. Saturday, November 7 - AFL Championship Game. 3540
GROWING OUR FUTURE COMMUNITY LEADERS In a place that some people try to avoid, based on outdated stereotypes, two groups of people are coming together to form very unlikely friendships. Children from the greater Saint John Community and the Kennebecasis Valley have chosen to spend a few weeks of their summer with nursing home residents at Kennebec Manor in Saint John and Kings Way Care Centre in Quispamsis. Although some children are nervous at first when meeting people with various physical disabilities and dementia, by the end of their five-day camp, many kids leave with a greater respect for the elderly, a greater sense of compassion and empathy and the desire to continue to volunteer within our homes and the greater community. Being as adaptable as they are, it did not take long at all for the campers to warm up, and become friends with our very diverse group of residents. Most were quick to lend a hand to a senior in need, and continually requested to spend more time talking with the residents. In an era where children are often described as
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Summer camp participants at Kings Way and Kennebec Manor inconsiderate and technology obsessed, this program proved that the children excel when given the opportunity to make a difference in the community. Children, regardless of their home situation, what school they attended, what kind of toys they had at home or whether boy or girl,
were quick to jump at the opportunity to help our residents. With this, staff at both Kings Way Care Centre and Kennebec Manor saw improvements in the wellbeing of our residents after they spent time with children who had a genuine interest in their life stories. For a few weeks after our first year of summer camps ended, it seemed to many staff and residents, that something was missing from the home. It was obvious that the missing piece of the puzzle was the children. Having children interact with seniors is really a no brainer. Until recently, many children grew up with multiple generations living in one home. Today, as people have fewer children, later in life, there is less of an opportunity for children to spend quality time with seniors. Having such programs in long term care facilities allows this type of friendship to blossom and gives children the opportunity to grow in a way that they would not otherwise get to. To learn more about this program please contact 847-1131 ext 1116 or megan. ohara@kwlifecare.ca. 0025
IN THE GARDEN A ROSE BY ANY OTHER NAME WOULD SMELL AS SWEET... But, if you are to get the very best from your roses, a bit of care now that they are blooming will pay dividends and lengthen the period where the fragrance and the beauty of the blooms can be enjoyed. First and foremost the deadheading of the spent blossoms is vital if a succession of flowers is to be obtained; removal of the dead blooms causes the bush to produce more buds, the sole purpose of these wonderful bushes is to set seed and ensure the survival of the species, nipping off the flower head before it produces seed will encourage the bush to great heights of endeavour, benefiting us all with more plentiful blooms. This information of course is only valid for those roses that claim to be repeat or continuous bloomers, there are many that only bloom once such as the Double Scotch and Charles De Mills. In those
cases I often snip of the first flush of spent blooms in order to maintain a visually attractive aspect, but then leave some to produce Rose hips for the birds to eat. Next on the agenda is to pick up any leaves that fall, along with a regular weeding, so that a clean area surrounds the bush; essential for keeping fungus and caterpillars at bay. Once everything is cleaned up a dressing of ripe manure and compost applied around the bush will do it the world of good; no need to dig it in and risk root damage, that’s what we hire the worms to do!! Despite doing all these good things, there’s still a chance that dedicated caterpillars will feel duty bound to ‘visit and violate’; these can be dealt with easily by taking a small stick and gently but briskly giving the branches a swift tap, the caterpillars will fly off in all directions and then are easy prey for many varieties of birds that are happy to do some fine dining on them! Because of the abundant rainfall there will likely be more evidence of ‘black spot’, though unsightly, this is really not
a problem, however if the steps above are taken it should be only a minor irritation. The garden centres are displaying a wide variety of roses, some of which are pretty deer resistant; three that do really well are the ‘Old Fashioned’ types such as Dart’s Dash, Hansa and Blanc Doublet de Coubert, they all sport good sized blooms and are repeaters. For a more dainty flower the Grootendorst series do well, even though the deer rarely bother them in my garden, I do spray them for a week or two with 1 Tbsp each of Listerine + Murphy’s oil soap in 1 L water when I plant them, very young plants might need a more sustained period of protection, but once they grow up they are a pretty safe bet. Now… take time to smell them. Blessings. 0038 Betty Kennett, Resident Green Thumb
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DOWN EAST MUSIC COMPANY In the last edition of the Valley Viewer & The Tides we talked about looking for new members to start a second fiddle group called "The Tuesday Night Edition". We still need more musicians and encourage you to give us a call or send an email expressing your interest by July 24. If you are not available on Tuesday nights, we will consider Thursday as an option. Please call Ken Reeder at 696-3280 or email: kreeder@nb.sympatico.ca. 3596
ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS! If you have an interest in wild birds, mammals, fish, amphibians, wildflowers, geology, or any other aspect of our natural world, why not consider attending a meeting of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club (SJNC) or taking part in our diverse selection of workshops and field trips? On Saturday, July 25 Mike Bamford will
lead a Dragonflies & Butterflies outing. Meet at the Brundage Point River Centre in Grand Bay-Westfield at 8:30am. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge. To confirm the details about the timing and location of the field trips and for more information on the upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567
FREE CARLETON CONCERT SERIES Taking place in the Carleton Community Centre Gazebo, 120 Market Place West, 6:30-7:30pm. Wednesday, August 12 - Dave Korotkov with his 1970’s Elvis Tribute. Wednesday, August 19 - join Delbert Worden for some crowd favourites. Followed by a free BBQ, sponsored by West Side P.A.C.T. Concerts will take place rain or shine. Rain venue is the Carleton Community Centre. More information please call674-4307. 3599
SEASIDE LAWN BOWLING NEWS Seaside Lawn Bowling Club held the second of five Club Trophy tournaments (Mixed Doubles) on Tuesday July 14. The 16 team event saw the team of Skip Paul McVea and Mate Phyllis Finkle edge the runner-up team of Skip Cecil Colwell and Mate Debbie Boudreau by two points. The next scheduled tournament will be the Mixed Triples slated for Tuesday, August 4. The Club is currently accepting new members and invites those with an interest visit: seasidelawnbowlingclub. com for more information. 3571
Skip, Paul McVea and Mate, Phyllis Finkle
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ASK THE CHEF BEGINNING WITH FRENCH TOAST Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and catering with another answer to your question. One question I get a lot is when did I start cooking and what was the first thing I ever made. So here is the story. When I was between 10 and 12 years old, I came down for breakfast one day and my parents were eating French Toast. I asked what it was and how to make it. My mother described it to me and I went into the kitchen to make my own. A few minutes later I came back with my own French Toast. My mother was quite surprised and a bit mad because I wasn’t allowed to play with the stove, but I think a little impressed that I could produce this French Toast. From that point on, for every Sunday, I can remember having to make French Toast for the whole family after church. Became a bit of a
tradition. So if you haven’t ever had or made French Toast, it is very easy to do and I nice change to your everyday breakfast. You start with one egg and a quarter cup of milk. Sprinkle a little cinnamon and maybe a splash of vanilla. Whisk together until your eggs has completely and evenly mixed with your milk. If you do not, then you will see the whites of the egg on the bread. It’s not bad, just doesn’t look as nice. Heat your pan. Take two or three slices of bread and coat both sides with your batter. Do not submerge your bread or leave it too long. This is one of the major errors in making french toast. Your bread will become very soggy and soggy French Toast is a bit gross. For the best results, use dried bread. This is a great way to use bread that may have become dry and you would usually throw out or just take the bread out a few hours before making your dish. What this does is allows more batter to soak in without
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DOLLARS & SENSE BUDGETING FOR SUMMER FUN For most of us summer vacation means travel. Sometimes it’s to visit family and friends other times it’s just to get away and relax (or shop). No matter what the reason for your travel there are a lot of things to consider financially. What is your travel budget? Yes, it would be ideal to think (and boast) that you have enough cash set aside to get through your vacation debt free and not have to modify your spending for the month. Reality does eventually set in and we know that in order to cover most vacations you are either reducing costs elsewhere and/or using debt. How do you prep for being away from home? This is the not the week to stock up on perishables for your groceries. If you know you are going to be away, your best bet is to prepare to save a couple dollars on your everyday expenses and keep that aside for your travel. Scale down on your grocery orders, reduce eating out
KV QUILT SHOW The Kennebecasis Valley Quilting Guild is proud to present their 35th Annual Show & Sale September 1619 at the Island View Lions Club (9 Market Street, Quispamsis). Exit 141 off Highway 1 and off Millennium Drive beside the Ken-Val Co-Op; there will be numerous signs to help guide you. Our quilters take great pride in their work and are thrilled to be able to display their masterpieces. Many of the quilts and quilted items are for sale, so be prepared to fall in love and bring a special beauty home with you. We expect to have more than 250 quilts for this year’s show. The features of the show this year include a judged show, display and sale quilts, members’ craft boutique, Christmas corner, merchants' market and quilting demonstrations. A Chinese auction will be featured again this year with lots of fun baskets; proceeds from the sale of tickets will
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before the trip and cut out a coffee or two. Do remember though, upon your return you will have to stock up again. Who have you asked to check on your home while you are away? To make sure your home is not a stressor on that happy vacation make sure you have asked someone you trust (and who is reliable) to check on your home. Have your mail and newspaper taken in by a neighbour, if required. Empty homes can be easy targets for burglary and vandalism, adding a bill on top on your vacation bill upon your return. Will you travel with cash or credit card? This honestly can go either way. Some would argue (correctly) that if you only take cash, you can only spend cash. There are two issues I see with cash, one is if you lose it, it’s gone. The second, you likely still have your credit card on you ‘just in case.’ The issue can be even bigger with taking a credit
card, impulse spending, lack of limit on spending and the convenience can give you a sticker shock upon your return home. Explore the option of a prepaid credit card for travel through your financial institution (watch for fees). What if something happened while you were travelling? None of us want to think about something going wrong, it’s vacation after all! Some things to consider: do you have medical insurance to get you home, is your vehicle insured where you are travelling, do you have all your documents together so that someone could follow your finances if you were not home? Make sure you review your coverage and fully understand what you need. Most of all enjoy your vacation! 0005 Tamara Kelly Director of Education Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada
go to a charity in the area. The theme of the Show is “35 years of Friendship”. This year KVQG members took part in the “Friendship” Challenge where two members of the guild have been challenges to make a different project each; one representation traditional the other abstract. These will be a featured display. Hours for the show: Wednesday, September 16 - Awards opening Gala from 7:00-9:00pm; Thursday, September 17 - 12:00noon-8:00pm; Friday, September 18 - 10:00am8:00pm; Saturday, September 19 10:00pm-4:00pm. Admission $5/day or $10/3 day pass. We look forward to seeing you at our 2015 Quilt Show. 3594
we thought until our nine-year-old daughter, Zoe, a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, lost her leg in a lawn mower accident. A few years ago, Zoe was playing outside when she slipped on the grass and fell underneath a riding lawn mower. This was a difficult time for us but today Zoe is an active and energetic child, thanks to help from The War Amps with financial assistance for artificial legs, regional seminars and peer support. With lawn cutting season here, we want to help spread the message across the country that kids should never be around lawn mowers. Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. We hope that Zoe’s story will help prevent even just one child from being injured. If you would like to learn more about how to encourage children to play safely, please visit: waramps.ca. Denise Roussel & Marc Gottwald.
DON’T LET IT HAPPEN TO YOU! Dear Editor - When it comes to accidents, it's common to think, oh, it will never happen to us. That is what
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New Brunswick Discover • Experience • Explore Right in the heart of barbecue season and beach weather, lies the New Brunswick Day holiday; perhaps not as grand as the Canada Day celebration, but guaranteed to stretch out the first weekend in August. It’s the perfect time to discover and enjoy our picture perfect province with miles of coastlines and beaches, the sloping forested hills that cover the provinces interior, and the countless rivers, streams, and brooks which criss-cross our beautiful province. It’s been 213 years since New Brunswick was separated from Nova Scotia and became a province in its own right, with its own government. So, what has New Brunswick been up to over the past 200 years? Here are some of the highlights. In 1786, New Brunswickers across the newly minted province went to the polls to vote in the first Provincial election. In true New Brunswick fashion, when the results were posted, they were disagreed with, and then protested. The European and North American Railway was opened in 1857, connecting the farming communities of the Kennebecasis River Valley with Saint John and Moncton.
In 1871, Kings County’s Shire Town was changed from Kingston to Hampton. Later the old jail was sledded up the frozen Kennebecasis River and rebuilt in Hampton. New Brunswick saw the light and began to practice Daylight Saving Time in 1916. One year later, in 1917, prohibition began in New Brunswick and lasted for 10 years. Jet-setters and go-getters across the planet have a New Brunswicker to thank for getting around the world so quickly. Wallace R. Turnbull, patented the Variable Pitch Propellor in the winter of 1922. The new design allows pilots change the pitch on the propellor to adjust for different load weights and weather conditions. New Brunswick Premier, John B. McNair, enacted a four percent sales tax in 1950 to help finance education and social service. New Brunswickers across the province protested, and two years later, McNair and his party were voted out of office. New Brunswick Day has been celebrated since 1976. Check with your local community to see what events are planned and get out and enjoy our beautiful home.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Friday, July 24 Kitchen Party at the Frances Smith Hall (Long Reach) 7:00pm. Bring your instruments, lots of fun & light refreshments. $5 donation at door goes to Parish of Kingston. Info - Sylvia 3864601/763-3393 or Fraser 763-2559. Saturday, July 25 KVHS 30th Reunion - looking for graduates of 1985. Call Tanya 832-7810 or Teresa 849-9719. Simonds High School Class of 1975 40th Reunion at Chuckles Bar, (Parkway Mall). Register between 5:00-6:00pm, $20/grads, $10/partner/spouse. Pass info on to those who are not on FB. FB page is Simonds High Grad Class 1975, or contact Simondshigh75@gmail.com. Christmas in July Strawberry Supper, sponsored by the Friendly Quilters, at the James H Williams Community Hall (Crystal Beach) from 4:00-6:00pm. $10/adults, $5/children 5-12; preschoolers eat for free. Sunday, July 26 Attention all Wanamakers - 10th Annual Wanamaker Reunion at the Nauwigewauk Hall from 1:00-5:00pm. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Beth Allaby at: bethnau@ rogers.com. Wednesday, July 29 50 + Women Who Care of Greater Saint John (Hampton-SJ) fourth meeting at St. James the Less Church (Rothesay Road). Registration 1:00, meeting 1:30-2:30pm. More info check website: 50pluswomengsj.com or contact: Donna 634-1230, Sandy 6524155, Carol 832-0883, Mary Ann 8497591.
Sunday, August 2 Saunders Reunion - descendants of John & Emma Jane Saunders, 2:00pm at home of Barry & Donna Saunders (370 Belleisle Shore Rd, Kars). All welcome, potluck supper (your favorite dish, hot/ cold). 50/50, tug of war, door prize, small charge $2.50/person. Info call Donna Saunders 485-2570. Friday, August 7 Kitchen Party at the Frances Smith Hall (Long Reach) 7:00pm. Bring your instruments, lots of fun & light refreshments. $5 donation at door goes to Parish of Kingston. Info - Sylvia 3864601/763-3393 or Fraser 763-2559. Saturday, August 8 Class of ‘65 Reunion for SJ Vocational School At the SJ Marina (2050 Westfield Rd), Meet & Greet 4:00-6:00pm & Dinner/ Social Evening at 6:00. Cash bar. Dinner ordered from menu, paid individually. RSVP: ron.heans1bellaliant.net/8474879, see facebook.com/Voc1965. Sunday, August 9 Annual St. Peter's Cemetery Service is being held 2:30pm at St. Peter's Anglican Church in Upham. All are welcome to this service. For more info: Lynne Allaby 832-7353. Greer Family Reunion, 1:00pm at the Community Hall, Main Street in St. Martins. Potluck dinner at 4:00pm. Please bring a small item to be auctioned off at the Brown Bag Auction. For information please contact: John Greer 847-1537 or David Greer 847-5409. August 10-14 Everest Camp at RiverCross Church (61 Forbes Dr), 9:00am-12:00noon for
• Provide confidential one-to-one literacy instruction • Recruit and refer adult learners and volunteers
kids ages 3 - grade 5! Join us as we learn to rely on God when life gets tough through games, snack, worship and more. Register online at: rivercrosschurch.ca.
Friday, August 28 Kitchen Party at Trinity Church, Kingston with Ivan & Vivian Hicks and Sussex Avenue Fiddlers, 7:00pm. Bring your instruments, lots of fun & light refreshments. $5 donation at door goes to Parish of Kingston. Info - Sylvia 3864601/763-3393 or Fraser 763-2559. Wednesday, September 16 Seniors’ Wellness Expo 1:30-3:30pm at St. Mark’s United Church (50 Dexter Drive). Over 40 exhibitors who offer services for seniors, blood pressure/sugar checks, music, refreshments, bake sale, door prizes. Donations for Westside Food Bank appreciated. Presented by st. Mark’s United Church Senior’s Adult Ministry. Saturday, September 19 British Home Children (& families) gathering at St. John’s Church Hall, 75 Main Street, Fredericton 9:00am5:00pm with guest speaker Mr Harold Wright of Saint John. This is the last reunion sponsored by Middlemore Atlantic Society. Pre-register - Marion at marionbhcd@gmail.com, 485-1815/ connie at hjeffrey@outlook.com. Thursday, November 12 2015 Hope in the City Breakfast, sponsored by the Salvation Army 7:309:00am at SJ Trade & Convention Centre with guest speaker, Kevin Vickers, Canada’s Ambassador to Ireland. Proceeds to the S A Community Response Vehicle & community social programs. Ticket info: 634-7166 or jane_ prosser@can.salvationarmy.org.
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LIVE WELL FROZEN BY FEAR? Did you also know that the most common response for most of us to a frightening situation is freezing? There are many fears that can stop us in our tracks; however, the fear of failure is the most common crippling fear many of us face. We’re not so much afraid that something we have to do will require hard work. We’re more afraid that all our hard work will fail. The consequences of failing, after all, seem very negative and very real. What will other people think? Will I get fired? Will my partner leave me? Most likely, you would not be in the position you are in today if you were not qualified to accomplish the task ahead of you, and your boss would not assign a project to you if he/ she didn’t have confidence in you to complete it. We also know logically that our partners love us and are there to support us, but the emotion of fear
is not logical; and fear, sadly, can stop us from moving forward and being all that we can be. Here are three easy tips to try today to unfreeze when afraid, and get back in action… Break It Down: Divide up the task or project you’re facing into smaller, more manageable tasks. If you do a little bit at a time, before you know it, the project will is done. Just Begin!: Have you ever spent more time worrying and complaining about a task that’s due than it would actually take to do it? Sometimes instead of dwelling on our feelings, it’s best to just start getting things done. If you’re facing a big pile of work, just take the first step. Every step is progress. Accept Progress Over Perfection: If we could only remember that the work doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to get done! Once you’ve got a task or a first draft finished, you can always go back and revise it. Knowing that what you’ve already completed is probably
good enough can take away a lot of deadline stress. Building momentum and confidence through action is the answer to our tendency to freeze when afraid. And the only way we can actually really fail is by not taking any action at all. What steps will you take to overcome your fears TODAY? 0008
Margaret Totten Registered Counsellor & Certified Coach
July 21st - August 3rd, 2015
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LISTEN IN LIVE MUSIC ON THE PENINSULA I love when a good concert comes to a unique venue. As a fan of older interesting buildings with character, none make for a better venue than an old school house, barn or in this case an old church with a lot of wood to hug the music. It also makes for an ideal listening room where real music lovers can truly enjoy the music and camaraderie of community. The Trinity Church in Kingston has some amazing shows coming up over the next few months. I asked Rev. Peter Gillies why events such as these are so important to have in the church? “For a long time churches were the centre of their community. Often the biggest building; bigger than the school even! We felt that the churches in our care should return to those roots. The Anglican Parish of Kingston has a home parish church, Trinity, and three Chapels of Ease here on the Peninsula - four old churches, all historically significant in their own way.
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We have a responsibility to use them and care for them even though there are no where near as many Christians as there once were. The money that comes in helps maintain these buildings for sure, but you know, that’s not really what it is all about. We already have fundraisers mostly built around food! Things like our Spring Tea and our Autumn Salmon Dinner. Folks come from all over for those.” Like anything or anywhere worth going, whether it be a five star restaurant everyone is talking about or a must see performance these events and venue’s are destination places worth the trip. “Allowing our church-houses to be venues for community events, especially the arts, takes us back to those times when the church was the patron of music. On the one hand, it gives our churches new life and on the other, allows those who come hear the music to see that we are alive and care for the communities in which we live. It brings the arts into the community. Hey, if you want to see Lloyd Cole in NB this year you will have drive to beautiful
Kingston and hear him in a beautiful 226 year old church-house.” Rev. Peter Gillies enthusiastically tells me on what these shows mean to the greater community as a whole. The series kicks off with one of the finest songwriters, Lloyd Cole (formally Lloyd Cole & the Commotions fame) on Saturday, July 25 with special guest Lullaby Baxter & Robinson St.George. For tickets contact the Imperial theatre Box Office or call the parish at 763-3183. Check out: www.lloydcole.com. Other shows coming up at Trinity include: August 14 - Country Gospel Night; August 20 - Before the Mast; September 11 - Kitchen Party with Ivan & Vivian Hicks; September 25 - The Sea bells; October 25 Men in Music and November 26 - Stephanie Mai nv i l l e. Jeff Liberty 0041 Columnist, @Jlibertyartists
MUSINGS MOVE THOSE VEGGIES! I read recently about a Kanata couple who have been told by Ottawa bylaw enforcement that they are required to move their vegetable garden away from the sidewalk. To be accurate, it isn’t actually the vegetables and herbs that are being objected to but the planter boxes in which their little sidewalk garden grows. Apparently is is against the law to have any “structure” within 3 meters of the sidewalk. For those like me still on the English system of measurement, that would be about 10 feet. Looking at the accompanying photo, I’m not sure there would even be sufficient room for a garden if it were moved 10 feet closer to the house. It isn’t like there is a lot of front lawn space to work with in big city residential areas. Regardless . . . I would not normally think of a raised bed garden as a “structure” as intended under the bylaw. Building a gazebo or a garden shed, sure thing. But a 2” x 8” board nailed to another 2” x 8” board, not so much. They have been ordered to remove it by July 30th. Really? It is that big of a deal that it cannot wait until harvest and the home owners agree to not plant there next year? Is the whole world totally lacking in common sense or does it only seem that way? These people are growing fresh vegetables; surely that is something to encourage. Perhaps it is “only in Kanata”, since they have a couple of other very odd bylaws. For instance you cannot
paint your windows or doors purple. Why only purple, I have no idea. Some ancestral city father had a childhood trauma associated with the colour purple perhaps? And it is also illegal to have a clothesline in your backyard. Really? So much for energy conservation! So you cannot grow your vegetables in the front yard and you cannot hang out your laundry in the back yard. Wonder if there is anything on the books for hanging your laundry in the front yard where the vegetable garden was? As long as the clothes pole wasn’t within 3 meters of the sidewalk of course, since that might be considered a “structure”. “Every society gets the kind of criminal it deserves. What is equally true is that every community gets the kind of law enforcement it insists on.” ~ Robert Kennedy “There is nothing more uncommon than common sense.” ~ Frank Lloyd Wright. 0002
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