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As I backed into my driveway the other evening after a busy day at work, I stopped and watched my neighbour’s daughter and her friend sliding down the hill across from my home and I listened to them laughing and having lots of fun. I spoke to them for a few minutes and then continued into my home. Watching and listening to them brought back lots of childhood memories I had of growing up in PEI, when I would go sliding with family and friends. On beautiful weekend days, we would meet after breakfast and go sliding for hours with our toboggans and crazy carpets, normally at a nearby hill next to a nursing home. Not only were we the only ones having fun, many times residents and staff of the nursing home would come out, talk to us and share stories of when they were young and went sliding. Time would pass and we wouldn’t even realize we had missed lunch. Nor would we notice how wet our homemade knitted mitts were that hung on our hands from being so wet, and that our mitts had all those little knobs of snow stuck to them. And of course there were the soaking wet snow pants and boots. We didn’t even notice we were cold, wet, and hungry because of the fun we were having. When we would arrive home tired from a fun day of sliding, my mother would make hot chocolate for us as we took off our wet clothing. Then my parents would sit down and listen to us tell them about how much fun we had that day sliding. Now fast forward to when my husband,
Robert, and I used to take our son, Matthew, sliding at Dutch Point Park. I recall Matthew’s first time sliding, he was about four. My husband took him half way up the hill and I waited at the bottom for him. Down came Matthew on his crazy carpet and all you could hear was him screaming at the top of his lungs the whole way down, “AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH”!!! At the bottom of the hill, he jumped up and ran back up repeating as fast as he could, “can I do it again, can I do it again, can I do it again…” until he got back to his father, who put him back on the sled and pushed him back down the hill whereupon he screamed the whole way down and shouted the whole way up, “can I do it again, can I do it again, can I do it again…”. This pattern continued for the rest of the afternoon. When we went home Matthew pulled off his wet clothing while I made hot chocolate. We then cuddled in blankets, sipped our hot chocolate and listened as Matthew told us about his day sliding, as if we hadn’t even been there. From one generation to the next, some things never change. 0001
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CHERRY BROOK ZOO NEWS March Break at Cherry Brook Zoo takes place Monday, March 7 to Sunday, March 13. Children 12 and under will be admitted free with an adult. Weekday events: Monday, March 7 - Touch Table from 1:00-2:30pm; Tuesday, March 8 - Tiger Feeding at 2:00pm (staff); Wednesday, March 9 - Touch Table from 1:00-2:30pm; Thursday, March 10 - Animal Enrichment at 2:00pm; Friday, March 11 - Meet the Reptiles at 2:00pm. Note: only in winter at the Zoo do you experience a Siberian Tiger hiding behind a snowbank! For more information contact the Zoo at: 634-1440. 2736
SAINT JOHN NATURALISTS’ CLUB If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club’s
upcoming activities? Regular Club meeting: March 14, Amanda Didychuk on the ongoing study of bird-building collisions in NB and Laura Tranquilla on Tracking Birds with Automated Telemetry in the Maritimes. Meetings are at the NB Museum at Market Square at 7:00pm. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. For more information on these activities and to confirm the details about registration, timing and location of the field trips or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub. org or follow us on Facebook at. 2567
CURL FOR MENTAL HEALTH CELEBRATES 26TH YEAR! On Saturday, March 19, Canadian Mental Health Association of New Brunswick (CMHA of NB) Saint John Office we will be celebrating our 26th Curl for Mental Health, sponsored by Moose Light at Thistle St. Andrews
Curling Club! Grab your mates and make this year’s fundraiser a sweeping success! Curl for Mental Health promises to be fun-filled day of curling. Four person teams are required. $250 per team (including $50 registration fee) and pledge sheets are available upon registration. Enjoy a day of food, friends, entertainment and fun - no experience is necessary. Teams are guaranteed two four-end games, pizza lunch and there will be a silent auction, 50/50 draw and great music! This is a community event, for all ages, so register a team and come out to have a great time, while supporting a fantastic cause. Hurry ... hurry hard in support of a great cause; call 633-1705 to register your team today. Mental health and physical health are fundamentally linked, so are mental illness and mental health. CMHA is the only association in Canada that addresses all aspects of mental health and mental illness. Mental illness has a major impact on our society. Mental illness costs the Canadian economy a staggering $51-billion a year, and each day 500,000 people will miss work due to mental health problems. 3934
Happy 10th Anniversary! Come celebrate with Lancaster Mall’s Ears 4 You Hearing Centre on Tuesday, March 8th at 621 Fairville Blvd.
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ALZHEIMER JOURNEY EDUCATION SERIES Learning that you or a loved one has Alzheimer’s is often a very stressful occurrence, and knowing which way to turn for information right from the start can be critical to handling the situation effectively. The “Alzheimer’s Journey: First Steps Family Education Series” is a free program for people impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia and their families. It allows them to gain new information that is instrumental in their daily lives while coping with the disease. The program is offered in both English and French throughout the province during the months of March and October over five consecutive weeks with trained professionals presenting a new topic each week. To register for Saint John’s March English offering, contact our Saint John office. Topics Covered: Week 1 - What is Dementia? Definitions, Warning Signs, Getting a Diagnosis, Risk Factors and Medications; Week 2 Communication and Coping Strategies Communicating the Diagnosis, Changes in Communication and
Communicating Effectively; Week 3 - Navigating the System Community Resources and Components of Eligibility; Week 4 - Legal matters Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directives, Wills, Financial Matters and Driving; Week 5 - Resources and Support Identifying your Support Systems, Quality of Life, Working with Your Doctor, Caring for Yourself and Benefits of Leisure. Contact the Alzheimer Society Saint John Office for more information, and to register for the March program. The Alzheimer Society is the leading nationwide health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Active in communities’ right across Canada, the Society offers help for today through our programs and services, and hope for tomorrow by funding research into the cause, prevention and a cure. Regional Media Contact Emily Blaney, Regional Coordinator: Saint John 506-634-8722 saintjohn@ alzheimernb.ca; alzheimer.ca/nb.
SHORT STORY WRITING CONTEST Members of the Southwest New Brunswick Chapter of the Professional Writers Association of Canada (SWNBPWAC) will accept entries to its 2016 short story writing contest until early May. Open to Grade 12 students who attend schools in the southwest region of New Brunswick and who will graduate in 2016, it is endowed with a $500 bursary prize. Participants submit a story of between 1,000 and 1,500 words, on a topic of their choice, by May 2. A panel of professional writers will judge entries and the name of the winning author will be announced in time for the bursary to be presented during the winner’s high school graduation ceremony. Those interested in receiving an application can email Ana Watts at: awatts@nbnet.nb.ca. 3925
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Making More Memories Held monthly on the last Sunday of each month 2-4pm at St. Mark’s Church, 50 Dexter Drive, West Saint John
Education and support services for those living with dementia, their loved ones and caregivers. Health care professionals are on-hand to answer questions and offer advice with volunteers providing information, entertainment and activities.
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FOOT ‘PRINTS’ FUNGAL NAIL LASER TREATMENTS Fungus is a common foot infection affecting either the skin, when known as Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot), or the nails, when known as Onychomycosis. Although usually contracted from another person, especially in communal areas that are wet and warm and where bare feet are present, such as swimming pools and showers, but fungus in its inactive form (Fungal Spores), may be present and contracted anywhere. Tinea Pedis often presents as an itchy, red and moist rash, found particularly in between the toes and in the arches of the feet. In terms of treatment, you should see your family doctor or a podiatrist to confirm the diagnosis and to rule out similar foot conditions. All shoes and footwear should be sanitized. In my Loch Lomond Road Office, we have a Klenz and Silver Technology Machine (klenzcanada.com) which takes eight minutes to sanitize shoes.
A fungal skin infection of the foot is relatively easy to treat with over the counter preparations from the pharmacy. You should speak to your pharmacist to recommend the best one for your topical treatment. This can take up to six weeks. It is a good idea, once the skin looks normal, to continue treatment for two more weeks to kill any spores which may still be present. Because toenails are dead, they do not have blood or nerve supply once they have left the root, which is just above the bone. Fungal nails can appear thick with yellow, grey, white and black streaks. They are crumbly in texture. At the Loch Lomond Road office, we have Saint John and area’s only Podiatry Fungal Nail Laser - a Class 4 Fotona Machine (this laser uses accelerated laser beams to burn and destroy the fungus in the nail plate).
This is more effective and safer than taking oral medications, which can possibly cause serious Liver problems. Topical medications can be effective but may have to be applied daily for nine months to a year. 0025
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TALES FROM THE CAMERA BAG PRE-VISUALIZE AN IMAGE Please, let me introduce myself. My family and friends might say that I am young of heart. I am a husband, father, Opa, son, brother, retired firefighter, woodworker wannabe, hate board games and mind games, love art and dark chocolate, I wish I read more and I am in search of great coffee. Tales from the Camera bag will be a monthly collection of thoughts, ideas, tips and stories from my delve into photography. I will have stories from the great friends that I have made along my journey. It won’t be a technical column as my brain melts when I try to learn technical details. Tips, but of course. They will be varied and addressed at different skill levels. My hope is that you may learn and laugh from my mistakes, take a look at your own photographic journey and just think about the art of photography. My wife ( Libby ) and I were contemplating a trip to Europe and she said “I want to go to Amsterdam during the tulip season”. Hmm, that sounds very picturesque I thought, perhaps I should get a new camera. I wanted something capable, lightweight
and with interchangeable lens. Research ensued, looking over peer reviews and reading countless articles. Yet, somehow I went against the popular trend where DSLR's ( digital single lens reflex) are king and decided on the Sony A55, which uses Translucent Mirror Technology. My journey with photography and mirrorless cameras thus far has been a fantastic experience. I joined the KVCC ( Kennebecasis Valley Camera Club) and it proved to be my best decision, as I have made many lifelong friends with whom I have already shared some great adventures. I took some good natured ribbing as they teased me, flashing their semi-professional cameras, and asking me what I intended to do “with that little camera”. The lessons I learned along the way was that it is the “grey matter “behind the lens that counts. As I looked at folks who suffered from GAS ( gear acquisition syndrome) I realized that it was not all about the gear but about the vision and the effort you are willing to put into your images that matter.
Ansel Adams, for example was known for two things, his deliberate approach to photography and his ability to previsualize, a term that is now attributed to him. Ansel would go to an area many times to become aware of how the scene he was photographing was going to react to the different atmospheric and the changes of light. In order to capture the picture he wanted meant that timing was critical, no small feat when you consider the equipment he needed to carry. I encourage you to grab your camera, start imagining and, pre-visualizing an image in your mind's eye and make it happen. Shoot, Print, Share. 0032
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LIBRARY NEWS WEST BRANCH LIBRARY Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Blvd, 6437260 Fall/winter hours: - Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am-8:30pm; Sunday, Monday & holidays - closed. Children’s Programs: Babies in the Library - sign-up for next sessions in February and April. Time for Tots - Drop-in for children aged 18-36 months Thursdays at 10:30am. Storytime Drop-in - for all ages consisting of stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft, Fridays at 10:30am. Thursday Night Homework Help for elementary school students, Thursdays 5:30-7:30pm. Pre-register at 643-7260 or westbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca. Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day. Books, a craft, puzzles and colouring sheets with weekly theme. Battle of the Books - Game on! 5 months, 5 West Side schools, 52 classes. 6 pizza parties. Thanks to sponsors Papa John’s Pizza and Lancaster Mall. Tuesday, March 8-Saturday, March 12: Your March Break destination. Magical Movies at 12:00noon, daily; Magical Crafts at 2:30pm, daily; Bouncy Castle & Magical prizes, 10:00am-2:00pm daily; Wednesday - 2:00pm, take a selfie with Foreman George of the Mill Rats, 2:30pm, Magic Show, 3:15pm selfies with Princess Anna and Spiderman; 6:30pm (Wednesday), A Magical Evening; 6:30pm (Thursday), Magical Teen Tech Night. Please call the Library for more details on March Break week activities.
Adult Programs: Knit 2 Together (k2tog): Tuesday afternoons drop-in. We have knitted squares, tea and treats; if you have the time drop in and put two or more together to make a blanket. Blankets for Canada Society Inc crocheters/knitters welcome to make 8x8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in the SJ area. Donations of yarn gratefully appreciated. Computer Lab: Available to check your e-mail, do research and use the internet. The service is free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Free Wi-Fi. Bulletin Board: Check out what is happening in your community. Community Room Rental: West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities. EAST BRANCH LIBRARY 545 Westmorland Road, 643-7250, eastbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca Library Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00am-8:30pm; Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm. The libraryis now open (regular hours) at 55 McDonald Street (the transit building). 0019
LADIES VOLLEYBALL Ladies Volleyball League plays at the Carlton Community Centre on Sundays from 3:00-9:00pm (one hour play), for ages 18 and up. For more information contact Jennifer LeBlanc at 755-9081. G040
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PRE-COMPETITIVE BATON CHAMPION Baton Explosion Inc., hosted their 1st Annual Pre-Competitive Events Champions on February 13 in Saint John. Athletes from Baton Explosion Inc., Saint John and Baton Atlantik from Moncton competed in this event. The winners for the following events are: Pre-Competitive Champion L1 ages 4-8
- 2 , Alexa Saunders (Baton Atlantik);1 , Janie Ouellette (Baton Atlantik); PreCompetitive Champion L1 ages 12-14 - 1st, Rebecca Crosby (Baton Explosion Inc.); Pre-Competitive Champion L2 ages 4-8 1st, Sophie Babineau (Baton Atlantik); PreCompetitive Champion L2 ages 9-11 - 1st, Nosika Boucher (Baton Atlantik). 3935 nd
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On Saturday, March 12 at 7:00pm, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 91 Waterloo Street, Saint John, the Bangor Area Children’s Choir will present a concert, Siúil a Rúin (Go My Love) – An Irish Music Sampler. Donations received at the concert will assist the Choir with its travel expenses and will also benefit a newly established “Cathedral Scholarship Fund” to be awarded to students graduating from our area high schools and attending the Cathedral. It promises to be a wonderful evening of beautiful music by a gifted choir under the direction of Robert Ludwig. Free will offering. 3936
BIG BROTHERS -BIG SISTERS BREAKFAST EVENT Children and youth are our most precious assets in our communities. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that young people are safe and have everything they need to grow into caring and contributing members of society. Join a number of child safety advocates, child and youth care workers, parents, family members, volunteers, supporters and funders for Breakfast and a Panel Discussion, to be held on Tuesday, March 15 from 7:30-9:30am at the Delta Brunswick. This event will be hosted by CBC's Hance Colburne, with presentations by The Honorable Cathy Rogers, Minister of Social Development & Minister of Healthy and Inclusive Communities; Bill Reid, Former Chief of Police 360 Stand; W. Matthew Chater, CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Jessie Lanigan, Founder of Project Roar and followed by a question and answer period. Tickets ($40, include breakfast) are available by calling 635-1145 or visit: childsafetysj.eventbrite.ca. 3944
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ASK THE CHEF THE MAKING OF CORNBREAD Colin Sifton here from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. I was away on vacation to the Caribbean last month and of all the food I tried, it was the cornbread that got most of my attention. Corn bread is a generic name for any sweet bread made with cornmeal. So when someone says “I make the best cornbread.” you should reply “which one.” Native Americans were using corn as food for thousands of years. It was introduced to the rest of the world, once the Europeans finally came over. They would take dried corn and crush it to add to most everything and one of these was bread. Cornbread is a popular item in Southern cooking, enjoyed by many people for its texture and aroma. Cornbread can be baked, fried or, steamed. Steamed cornbread is mushy, chewier and more like cornmeal pudding than what most consider to be traditional cornbread. Cornbread can also be baked into corn
cakes. So how do you make corn bread. Well as there are so many different versions as I said above, I will talk about how I make cornbread. You will need 1 cup of cornmeal 1 cup AP flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/8 tsp salt 1/2 cup butter, soft almost melted 1/3 cup of packed brown sugar. this just means to pack it down, not loose. 2 tbls honey 1 large egg 1 cup buttermilk ( you can also use whole milk) 1/3 cup frozen corn kernels. Now it is easy. Add all your dry ingredients together is a bowl; Add all the wet ingredients in a another bowl; Mix both together and allow to stand for 10 minutes. Place in a pan about 8 inch squared and cook at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes.
remove and serve. Corn bread is always best served hot or warm. If you do not eat it all, you can reheat your cornbread by wrapping it in foil and placing it in a hot oven or microwave for about 30 seconds. You can also play with this recipe by adding other things to your cornbread. You can add cheese if you were having pasta or chopped jalapeños to give it some heat. You can add anything that comes to mind and I think this is what I like best about corn bread. It is so versatile that you can create a great number of different breads, making this another living recipe that can change to fit into your meal. 0040
Colin Sifton Owner/Chef, Holly’s Restaurant
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The Board of Directors of the Kings County Historical and Archival Society Inc., Hampton, New Brunswick, seeks a creative and energetic leader with an enterprising, entrepreneurial spirit to be the organization’s next Museum Manager. This seasonal position, located in Hampton, includes the operation of Kings County Museum and activities associated directly with it. Application Instructions: Please email your cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES MYSTERY CONCERT Usually I write about things that are coming up at the Imperial Theatre. This time, though, I just have to talk about one of the most exciting nights we’ve ever had, our first ever Mystery Concert on February 20. The process of a Mystery Concert is very simple. People pay $20 for a ticket to a show, without knowing who the performers will be. On the night, they have 20 minutes into the performance to decide if they want to stay. If not, their $20 is cheerfully refunded. Why do such a thing? To encourage people to take a chance. It’s so much fun to discover a new artist, or even a whole new kind of music that you didn't know you liked until you heard it. I get to do this all the time, but not everybody is so lucky. When I told my colleagues at places like the Fredericton Playhouse that we were doing this, they said I was crazy. "There's no way the people of Saint John
are adventurous enough to do this." Boy were they wrong. More than 400 people chose to play along. I was surprised. I was nervous. Leading up to the show I heard two main rumours, that the group was either Blue Rodeo or an ABBA Tribute. Not close, not close at all. The night came, and I got onstage to congratulate Saint Johners for their spirit of adventure and to introduce Woody Holler and His Orchestra. An amazing group from Winnipeg that performs Texas Swing, gypsy jazz, show tunes, and a little bit of opera too. Hard to describe, but so much fun. Some people left before they'd even heard a song, and some within the first twenty minutes. I was thrilled. They believed me when I said they could, and they got their money cheerfully refunded. I was even more thrilled when people started asking if instead of a refund, they could use their $20 to buy tickets for next year's Mystery Concert. (I'd already told everyone that we are
doing it again, with a totally different kind of group.) Most of the audience (382 people, to be exact) not only stayed, but whooped and hollered and cheered. We have a book for audience comments and some of my favourites were, "Even a rock-head like me is enjoying!” and “Was pleasantly surprised, you have a new fan” and “So glad I stayed!” Together, we took a chance, the theatre and the community. I'm so glad we did and can't wait to do it again. 0030
Lee Bolton
Executive Director, Imperial Theatre
LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER We believe that if a woman with cancer can be helped to look good, chances are she’ll feel better, her spirits will be lifted and she’ll be empowered to face her illness with greater confidence. We like to call it a ‘makeover for the spirit’. Look Good, Feel Better workshops are held on the third Monday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. This program is geared towards patients experiencing skin and hair changes due to radiation and/or chemotherapy. The workshop is free of charge and is held in the Oncology Conference Room at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
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April 18th
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May 9th
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2016 LOCAL LORAN SCHOLAR The Loran Scholars Foundation is pleased to announce the 27th class of Loran Scholars. These 31 young Canadians were selected from an initial pool of 4,273 applicants based on evidence of character, service and leadership potential. Each student was interviewed or assessed by up to 12 different people over the course of three months. Renewable for up to four years, with a total maximum value of $100,000, each Loran Award includes an annual stipend of $9,000 and matching tuition waiver, access to funding and internships through our summer program, invitations to annual gatherings and forums, and one-on-one mentorship. It is tenable at any of our 25 partner universities. Locally, Jack McCrossin of St. Malachy’s Memorial High School was chosen as one of the Loran Scholars. Committed to inclusion, Jack coordinates a regional mentorship program for international students and leads a group reflection activity at school. He serves as vicepresident of the provincial student
council and is active in community theatre. Jack also works part-time as a cashier. Since 2011, he has been operating a business selling pepper, herb and tomato plants. The Loran Scholars Foundation, founded in 1988, is a national charity that works in partnership with universities, donors and volunteers throughout the country to invest in young Canadians who demonstrate character, commitment to service and leadership potential. We support young people who act with integrity, courage, compassion, determination and a high level of personal autonomy. Since 1988, we have provided more than $28 million in undergraduate awards to over 2,400 students, including 541 past and present Loran Scholars. Loran, short for LOng RAnge Navigation, is a system that uses three points (for us, our values of character, service and leadership) to determine one’s course for a long journey. The name emphasizes the lifelong impact and values of being a Loran Scholar. 3942
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Thursday, March 3 Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary monthly meeting in the Boardroom at Rocmaura at 2:00pm. All are welcome. Friday, March 4 West Side World Day of Prayer Service at Lancaster Baptist Church (87 Church Avenue, West), 7:00pm in the church sanctuary. All welcome. Saturday, March 5 Fiddle-Do & Pot Luck at the Seniors’ Resource Centre (DeMille Court, Hampton) from 2:00-6:00pm, hosted by Kim & George Boone and the Maritime Fiddling Association. Sunday, March 6 Breakfast in support of HOPE Centre, 6 March, 9:00 to 12:00, HOPE Centre (St Joseph's Church) 4347 Loch Lomond Rd, Saint John. $8/adults, $5/children and $23/family of four. 2nd Annual Irish Heritage Concert, 2:00pm at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Irish fiddles,harp and more will be part of the afternoon of traditional Irish music, dance and stories - a celebration of Irish culture. Admission by donation - all proceeds to the Cathedral Restoration Project. Monday, March 7 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West entrance), 8:00-9:00pm, for adults 18 years and over with hockey, figure or speed skates. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/skate night. More info: harbourskatingclub.ca; “Harbour Skating Club” on FB, or 672-2385/672-9424. Thursday, March 10 World Kidney Day Breakfast, 7:30am at the Hilton SJ Trade & Convention Centre. Tickets $25. Guest speakers will focus on the importance of preventing childhood kidney disease and ways it can be treated. For tickets contact Jennifer 1-877-4530533/jennifer.vienneau@kidney.ca. Saturday, March 12 The Annual SJ Men’s Prayer Breakfast at the Church of the Good Shepherd (Manawagonish at Catherwood), with guest speaker Archbishop Claude Miller, speaking on “Spirituality and Business
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Life.”. Free-Will Offering for the Saint John Mission to Seafarers. All welcome (including women)! Monthly Breakfast/Brunch at the Church of St. Andrew & St. David (164 Germain Street, side entrance) from 9:00am-1:00pm. Great breakfast menu, monthly surprise treat, bake table. Takeout available. $10/adults, $4/children under 10, $25/family of 4. Singles & Friends dance with “PartyLine” at the Branch 69 Legion, 714 Wilson St W, SJ. Doors 8:00pm, band plays 9:00pmmidnight. $6 at the door, open to anyone over 19. Best dance floor in the city. Annual Shamrock Supper at St. Mark’s United Church from 4:30-6:30pm. roast beef dinner with coffee/tea, dessert, and Irish Music. $12/adults, $6/ages 12 and under. Take-outs available. Call 672-3320 from 8:30am-12:00noon for tickets or buy them at the door.
Sunday, March 13 Knights of Columbus #6770 Breakfast 9:00am-1:00pm at the Assumption Centre (Chapel Street West). $7/adults, $3/children. Proceeds support local nonprofit groups. Monday, March 14 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West entrance), 8:00-9:00pm, for adults 18 years and over with hockey, figure or speed skates. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/skate night. More info: harbourskatingclub.ca; “Harbour Skating Club” on FB, or 672-2385/672-9424. Friday, March 18 Party Like a Pro evening of shopping & demos at the Hilton SJ Kennebecasis Room, from 7:00-9:00pm. Donations at the door and ticket sales on basket of goodies provided by our ‘professionals’ will go to Bobby’s Hospice. Saturday, March 19 26 Annual Curl for Mental Health at Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club. $250/four person team (including $50 registration). Pledge sheets available upon registration. No experience necessary. Day includes lunch, silent auction and great music. Call 633-1705 to register your team of four. Lancaster Kiwanis Casino Night th
& Dance at the Milford Memorial Community Centre from 7:00pm -12:00midnight. Call for tickets 6722400. West Side Street Hockey for Hunger 10:00am-2:00pm in parking lot adjacent to Carleton Community Centre. Free event - spectators are asked to being non-perishable food items or monetary donation for West Side Food Bank. BBQ & drinks available onsite. More info: Lynne 650-4625/Jill 674-4307.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO WELCOME SYRIANS Over the past two months, the staff and volunteers at YMCA Newcomer Connections have welcomed over 270 government assisted refugees to our community. As more newcomers continue to arrive, we need additional volunteers to form Welcome Teams to help settle the Syrian families. Welcome Teams of three to five people greet the families at the airport, help them settle in their new home and provide support for our newest residents. Welcome Team members have a unique opportunity to see individuals experience Canada for the first time. Community members can apply as individuals and are also encouraged to apply as a team of family, friends or colleagues. To learn more please visit our website: ymcanewcomers.com or phone 6462388. 3948
KCRTA SCHOLARSHIPS The Kings County retired Teachers’ Association is once again offering a Scholarship to a high school graduate, of this year, who resides in Kings county. The applicant must be accepted in a college or university and furthering their studies in pursuit of a teaching career. Scholastic ability and financial need will be considered. Application forms are available through your high school and should be mailed to: Ruth Branscombe, 59 Fowler Avenue, Sussex NB E4E 2K9. 3894
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506-663-9691• www.designrescue.ca After 20 years in television marketing and another five as a real estate agent, Susan has been in “the business of first impressions” all her life. Since moving from the big city to be closer to family, Susan started Design Rescue, a home staging and decorating business. “I have always had a passion for design, and staging was by far my favorite part of any real estate transaction, so when we moved to New Brunswick I wanted to continue what I enjoy and offer my services to people here.” Susan named her company Design Rescue because she wanted people to know it was about lending a helping hand. “There are so many shows, videos and sales people out there offering advice, I help narrow down the
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choices, remove the stress and get you a better result in the end.” Launching a new business is never easy, Susan says that the support of her friends and family has been amazing and is grateful for their encouragement, “I am a very lucky person to have all these people telling me to do what I love and that Design Rescue is doing so well”. Beside running her business, Susan also teaches an afterschool art program for Grade 3-6 students, “we have so much fun together getting messy and making beautiful things, it makes my day to see them so proud of their creations.” The one thing Susan is proudest of however, is her son graduating high school this June. Way to go!!
The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy is owned and operated by my husband Cory and myself. We opened a new pharmacy from the ground up in September 2013. Before opening our pharmacy I was a hospital pharmacist and worked for several years in pharmacy management, Nephrology and research and education. Cory is a retired military pharmacist who served 20 years with the Canadian Forces. Both of us came from institutional pharmacy and understand the difficulty people have in navigating the medical system. We started to ask ourselves if there was more we could do, especially in our own community, to ease the burden for people dealing with illness or caring for ill and ageing family members. Opening a pharmacy that strives to help people tackle these challenges seemed like the right thing to do.
The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy is a small clinic environment offering personal, individualized service in a cozy environment. The Medicine Shoppe pharmacy is a franchise that has maintained the core concepts of what pharmacies used to be and what they continue to be in other parts of the world. You won’t find cards, giftware or unhealthy snacks in our store. Healthcare is our number one priority. We offer unique services including the Ideal Protein Weight Management program, immunization and injection services, high quality Canadian natural products, point of care services such as INR, A1C and cholesterol testing, blood and specimen collection services and foot care. We are a specialty compounding pharmacy offering compounded pet medications, hormone replacement, pain management and other
customized medications. We also offer regular free educational sessions in the evenings to the public on topics such as arthritis, hormone replacement, weight management and mental health. Our business philosophy is basic: look after people, meet them where they are in life’s journey and they will support your business. That is all you can ask. We understand that this is probably in contrast to today’s world of bigger, cheaper and the mass marketing of big box retailers however, that is who we are. We truly believe most people don’t want impersonal, mainstream, average service when it comes to their healthcare. We have made the Town of Grand Bay-Westfield our home. We have three small children and strive to show and teach them that we need to look after our neighbours and help each and every member of our community however we can.
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I’M HOOKED! There, I've finally admitted it. Both my grandmothers were quilters and I have several aunts who are quilters. So, I suppose you could say that I come by my passion, honestly. And like most passions, they creep up on you, ever so quietly, till one day you wake up and have to admit it - you’re hooked! Quite a few years back, a much younger me had tried sewing clothes and quickly lost interest in those projects. It took too long to make one lousy skirt or dress, when it could be bought for much cheaper and easier! Looking back, I now realize that whenever I doodled, while on the phone, I was always doodling some geometric pattern. Hindsight being what it is, I now realize that these doodles were quilt blocks. Quilting is in my blood. What can I say? It all started in 2003, when I had accumulated several pairs of old jeans. A great believer in recycling, as well as frugalness (AKA cheap), I was staring at this bundle of blue jeans and wondering "What could I do with these?" It was then and there that I decided I would sew my youngest son
his own quilt, while trying to get him involved in the process. It worked! We finished his “tied”, recycled blue jean quilt and we were both quite proud! Neither one of us has abandoned this project and it turned out pretty darn good, at that! A win-win for sure! A few months later, while visiting a quilt store that a friend had dragged me to, I was in awe at their "Shaggy" or "Raggy" quilts! "I can do this", I told myself. So, once again, I made another quilt - a "Shaggy" quilt for my oldest son. And, it was so much fun, that I decided to make a "Shaggy" quilt for everyone in my family! In the meantime, I purchased a cutting mat and rotary cutter, all the while surfing the web and studying all the wonderful different quilt blocks. It was then that I realized I was ready to graduate to what I called (in my head), a "real quilt". WOW, things started rolling right along! And hubby kept hinting that maybe we should have our own quilt, too. Made one for us, as well! From there, it just snowballed and I haven’t looked back! Hooked I am and forever hooked, I shall be! So, if you’re thinking you’d like to learn how to quilt and not concerned about
getting “hooked”, the Marco Polo Quilt Guild (MPQG) will be giving Beginner’s Lessons for Quilters, starting March 30 evening classes. Send me an email, if you’re interested in joining the MPQG or simply taking the Beginner's Lessons for Quilters. Rosa Robichaud, robich@rogers.com WARNING!!! Author cannot be held responsible for “hooking” readers. Submitted by Rosa Robichaud. 3938
INCOME TAX PROGRAM IN GRAND BAY Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) will be held at the Church of the Resurrection, 20 MacDonald Avenue, Grand Bay- Westfield every Tuesday & Thursday (except March 17 & April 19) from 10:00am-3:00pm, March 1 to end of April. Max family income $40,000; no appointments necessary. For more information call 738-3216. 3947
Opt to Adopt and Help Save a Life! Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue Hours: Wednesday , Thursday, Friday & Saturday
11am to 5pm
Closed on all stat holidays
(506) 642-0920
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DOLLARS & SENSE SURVIVING THE UNEXPECTED There has been a lot of uncertainty in our economy lately. There has been a slowdown out West, closures and lay-offs. The stress of facing the prospect of losing your job or decreasing your income can be over-whelming. If you find yourself in the position of facing lay-off or reduction of family income, do not panic. It is our natural instinct when faced with a financial crisis to try to throw money onto debts and load up the fridge and freezer. You need to wait and digest the news (this is not easy to do when stressed, but you must). You will need to look at your full financial picture before you make your decisions, and it is always wise to collect information from multiple sources. First things first, assess your immediate needs: What are your must pay expenses (mortgage, contracts, insurance, debt obligations)?; What are your expenses you can ‘play’ with and possibly reduce without penalty of fear or default
(groceries, cable, phone)? Once you have made the assessment: Look into your options for adjusting payment schedules to reflect your new income reality (if your are on bi-weekly mortgage payments, you may want to temporarily switch to monthly until you are back to a bi-weekly pay); Look into the insurances on your credit card. You may not be aware you have been paying for insurance; your minimum payments may be covered for loss of employment; Maintain all minimum payments until you have determined if it is viable to pay one off or consolidate. Note on consolidation: Be cautious of making long term decisions on a possible short term situation. In a matter of months you could be called back to work or have made a decision on a different career path; Create a budget for your transition. Going through a loss of employment or income can be all-consuming, it makes it almost impossible to see that in a couple
months or a year things will be different. There are circumstances that will call for more immediate action than others. If you are unable to maintain credit and/or utility payments, you need to seek advice from a non-profit credit counselling agency where you can sit down with a counsellor and go through your financial situation looking at immediate and long-term options on handling those payments. Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada $1000 scholarship is now available on our web site: s o l v e y ou rd e bt s . com/scholarships. Applications are due April 22, 2016. 0005
Tamara Kelly Director of Education Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada
Sunday, May 29th 2016 On the last Sunday in May across New Brunswick join families and friends and Make Memories Matter in the annual Walk for Alzheimer’s! We look forward to seeing you at the Walk for Alzheimer’s location nearest you!
WALKFORALZHEIMERS.CA ALZHEIMER.CA/NB To register and to obtain your pledge form contact: Alzheimer Society of Saint John 152 Westmorland Rd. Saint John NB 32J 2E7 saintjohn@alzheimernb.ca • 634-8722 • walkforalzheimers.ca March 1st -March 14th, 2016
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LEGIONS LANCASTER RCL #69 Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 6358095, www.rcl69.ca. Tuesday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in Upper Hall. Friday, March 4, 11, 18 - 7:00pm, Open Mic night with Don LeBlanc & Friends, dance in PUB 69. Friday, March 25 - Branch closed for Good Friday.
Saturday, March 5 - 2:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in PUB 69 Saturday, March 5 & 26 - 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with 2nd Time Around in the Upper Hall. Saturday, March 12 & 26 - 3:30pm, dance with Jed & Moe show in PUB 69. Saturday, March 12 - 9:00pm, Branch #69 & Singles dance with Party Line in
the Upper Hall. Saturday, March 19 - “No” Saturday afternoon dance due to Dart Tournament. Sunday, March 6 - 1:00pm, Doubles Crib Tournament in the Upper Hall; 7:00pm, dance withWCR in the Upper Hall. Sunday, March 13 - 7:00pm, dance with Steve & Carol in the Upper Hall. Sunday, March 20 - “No” Sunday Night Dance due to Dart Tournament. Sunday, March 27 - Branch closed Easter Sunday.
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 necessary. Monday , March 7, 14, 28 - 7:30pm, singles Crib. Saturday March 12 - 8:00pm-1:00am, Spring Fling Dance with DJ and Karaoke . 50/50 draw. No cover charge for this event. Hall rental and catering available contact the Legion at 633-0092 for more information. 0015
MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE 248 Milford Road, 672-2400 Mondays 7:00pm, Card night (Auction 45’s), no cards on holidays. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm. Saturday, March 19 - Casino Night and Dance. Saturday, September 17 - Milford Memorial School Reunion. Looking for a rental space for your next event or party, give us a call! For more information on any of the above events, call 672-2400. 0033
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LISTEN IN WE ARE RICH IN TALENT “Music that is off the beaten path. If you think classical music is just Beethoven and Braun, you’re wrong. Although we do that too.” Is how David Dow, Public Relations Manager of the Musica Viva New Brunswick Orchestra explains what they do. The orchestra just finished a very successful back to back December performance of The Nutcracker Ballet with the Atlantic Dance Academy in Sackville at Convocation Hall for over 1000 music and arts lovers. David tells me they plan their performances by rotating around the province. “We are in the early stages of working on a performance in May for Fredericton”, David elaborates on some of their future plans. I really love the forward thinking and open-minded creativity of this orchestra. The orchestra is conducted by Dr. James Mark. Learn more about them at: musicavivanb.ca. There are also some stellar live music shows happening in the greater Saint John area you may want to mark on your calendar as a “not to miss” evening out on the town. Spring time and music are literally in the
air as shows in the area will be blooming as early as April. Of course I’m sure you heard that folk songwriting icon James Taylor with his all-star band is coming to town at Harbour Station on May 15. The popular power-folk duo Tomato/ Tomato are performing March 19 at the Saint John Theatre Company as part of the “Live at the BMO Music Series”. Tickets are available by going to ticketpro.ca. Country music legends, The Good Brothers are coming back to the city for an April 17 Sunday matinee gig at the Bourbon Quarter in the uptown. Charlotte county rising star Eloie Richard will be opening the show. The Goods were part of the infamous and outrageous cross country Festival Express tour with a who’s who of music royalty of the early 1970’s including the Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, Ian & Sylvia and The Band. Country star and NB Country music hall of famer, Joan Kennedy is performing April 24 at the Anglican Parish Church on the Kingston Peninsula. Opening for Joan is
Saint John troubadour, Clinton Charlton. Blues comes to town April 29, 9:00pm when Juno Award winning bluesman Morgan Davis performs another unforgettable and highly entertaining show at the Bourbon Quarter. On May 1, the one and only David Francey, along with his full band, will perform at the Shiretown Publicans in Hampton. Special Guest on this one is PEI’s own Ashley Condon. All tickets for these shows can be purchased at the Imperial theatre Box office and online at: imperialonline.nb.ca. Try to go out and support live music in your community! Lots of it! 0041
Jeff Liberty Columnist, @Jlibertyartists
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EMERGENCY MEASURES WINTER VEHICLE OVERNIGHT I had checked the snow advisory and the storm will arrive in Quispamsis in two hours. No problem, as the cross country route to Fredericton only takes one and a half hours in the summer. Lots of time! So started my twelve hour experience stuck in the backcountry of New Brunswick. I stopped and filled up my fuel tank. Always ensure you have more than half full tank to reduce the chance of water condensation and frozen fuel line. The snow started about twenty minutes into the drive. Not too bad but I was wondering why it had arrived early. I checked the CBC Fredericton station and learned that the snow had been falling for three hours and moving to southern NB. I had forgotten to check the weather for my destination. I barely made it past the blueberry fields on top of the route when the white outs started. I remembered that there was a clearing, just up the road on the left, during a lull in the storm I found the clearing
and pulled in, well off the road. No cell phone coverage and my HAM radio was back home in my charger. I moved into the back seat and reached over to grab my tote box of supplies. Yes, lots of snacks and water. All the other supplies, see previous article for the details, were there. Now grab the other tote and see what I have. A small shovel to help clear the exhaust pipe when I have to run the engine for heat and will be needed to clear the tires when the storm ends. A windup flashlight and radio will simply be recharged when exhausted. I am glad I took the Canadian Red Cross course last year and bought their First Aid Kit. Not very bright to have the kit and not know how to use it. Extra mittens, work gloves, scarf, space blanket, to keep in body heat and the large candle and matches in the coffee can for additional heat if needed. Thank goodness that I do not have a flat. I forgot to replace the air pump I
took out over the summer. Remember when I get out to replace items removed from the SUV. I waited and after a cold evening, I heard the welcome sound of the Department of Transportation plow approaching. I did not obtain the driver’s last name but was most appreciative of Steve who stopped to make sure I was ok. After tying on my tow rope, a gentle plow tug got me out of the snowbank and on the road. Nice to see that “Be Prepared - Not Scared” once again worked. 0039
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of hats, scarves, socks, etc., as a gift to those in need. They would be the last ones who would want to be singled out for this special accomplishment, but I thought it was worth noting. 3958 Submitted by Barb Huskins.
encourage everyone to paint their buildings bright colours and grow as much greenery and trees on empty lots and their own properties. Bright Colours make people feel happy and green lowers aggression, even slows down speeding drivers. Let’s get rid of those rusted fences, dirty lots and unpainted homes and businesses. Our theme this year is Make Our Community Brighter, paint with and wear clothes of bright colours. Would you please place Marigold Signs in your gardens, showing the whole community what our children can do. We plant from St. Stephen to Sussex, usually the first two weeks of June. Sincerely, Barry Ogden, The Marigold Project. 3943
My husband and I recently moved into Hillcrest Village Senior Home (formerly the NB Protestant Orphanage) where we are spreading our wings and enjoying all the residents and the activities available. Almost every night something is happening - cards, bingo, shuffleboard, puzzles, exercise, even church services. In fact, recently the gals had a PJ Party and watched a romantic movie. (Sounds like something “teenagers” would do!) But the activity I want to brag on is the knitters. There is an average of somewhere between 14 & 17, who sit in cosy chairs in the common room downstairs. And talk about knitting needles flying… these ladies knit in a group once a week, but a lot of them knit every time they sit down. My reason for bragging on them (as a newbie) is that last year they had sale of $3,900 - and every cent went to help the people of greater Saint John - 20 worthy causes. In addition, they sent home countless people with bags full
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MARIGOLD PROJECT UPDATE Spring is not far away and you can now pick up your seeds, soil and trays at Halifax Seed on Rothesay Avenue - please do it ASAP. We are up to 55 schools at 55 different sites-over, 7,000 children and hundreds of volunteers. For the third year in a row we will surpass our own World Record. Remember you can use your Marigolds in Science, Poetry, Math, Music, Social Studies etc - it is very cross curriculum, inclusive, community minded, full of pride, hands on, visual, tactile, UDL and just plain fun learning and started right here in our home. For the past 19 years we have planted over four million Marigolds. We
Brian Shanks CD, BA, MEP, DTM
PIC OF THE MONTH WINNER Congratulations to Ben Phillips, who submitted this photo, taken in Norton of long winter shadows on the snow, to our “Pic of the Month” contest for February. Ben has won a Movie Pass (for two, including drinks & popcorn), compliments of Ossekeag Publishing. Please note: Vouchers must be picked up within 30 days. The theme for March is “Farewell to Winter”. No people or pets please, digital copies only and photos need to be horizontal (landscape) not vertical (portrait). Submissions must be received by the 25th of each month. Happy shooting!! 0037
SAINT JOHN ART CLUB The Saint John Art Club holds their monthly meetings the 3rd Thursday of each month at the NB Museum, Market Square. Meetings start at 6:30pm with a short business meeting, followed by a guest speaker. G142
‘RED WIGGLERS’ AT WESTSIDE PRESCHOOL The children at the Westside Co-Op Preschool have been learning about composting this year. It started early in the school year, when teacher, Chanda introduced composting into the classroom. The children have grown accustomed to placing their snack leftovers into a paper bag in the little green compost bin. Recently, the class became home to a bin of compost worms called Red Wigglers! These little guys can eat half their body weight in organic food scraps each day! The children have been having fun helping to feed the worms while getting a close up look at the worms eating habits. Here’s a fun fact: A group of 3957 worms is called a Squirm! Cover Photo; Teacher, Chanda and students of the two-day class at the West-Side Co-Op Preschool find some Red Wigglers to feed
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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS NOTICES TAI CHI BEGINNER CLASS Tuesday 7:30-8:30pm starts March 15 for 12 weeks $120 at Millidgeville Church of St. John Baptist & St. Clement. 6528282 Lydia.
SERVICES OFFERED VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY & REFINISHING - Craftsmanship. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship.
DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction & roofing materials, demolition, brush, trees, decks, flood clean-ups. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles, U-load trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026. SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies, gentlemen and children. Hems done on pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Call 672-2599. WANTED HOUSES TO CLEAN. Reasonable rates. References available. Call Susan at 644-9947.
WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067.
VEHICLES WAYNE’S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 647-8777. www.waynesautoworldltd. com, 53 Epworth Park Road, Grand Bay-Westfield.
BUSINESS WHO’S WHO CLEANING & HOME REPAIRS Ed’s Cleaning & Home Repairs
Renovations Property Maintenance Spring/Fall Clean-up Small Tractor Service
References & Insured 651-5807
Interior/Exterior Painting Garbage/Recycling Water Damage Lawn Care Tree/Brush Removal
ededling1@gmail.com
MOVING SERVICES No job too big or small Packing materials Climate controlled storage Free estimates Free loaner wardrobe boxes
650-7548
murphythemover@gmail.com
RENOVATIONS & ROOFING
PLUME’s Roofing • Snow Removal from Roofs •
Renovations • Siding Windows • Doors •Roofing • Basement Renovations •
Licensed & Insured • Lux Warranty Matt Plume • 721-7451 plumeconstruction@gmail.com
Call 832-5613 to book your space. Next Issue:March 15th Deadline: March 8th
A cure for Diabetes could be hiding in your closet, thank you for your support! The Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline program collects items you no longer want in order to generate revenue to help those suffering from Diabetes. People wishing to donate can call the Clothesline at 1-800-505-5525 for a free home pick-up of your reusable clothing and household items. The Donation Centre is located at 362 Rothesay Avenue. Individuals can also drop off soft items only at one of our drop box locations listed below. Needs Convenience - 75 Wellesley Ave Saint John Lawtons Drugs - 107 Catherwood Drive Saint John RJs Quick Mart - 634 Dever Road Saint John Petro Canada - 5 Hilyard Street, Saint John Family Ties Play Care - 166 River Street, Saint John Pizza Shack & Convenience - 241 Millage Avenue, Saint John
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EDUCATION PROGRAMS Hope & Healing: Coping with the Suicide of a Loved One
Tuesday Evenings Beginning March 15th , 2016 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.
Understanding Anxiety & Panic Disorder
Tuesday Evenings Beginning March 22 nd , 2016 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.
Mindfulness
Thursday Evenings Beginning March 31st , 2016 6:30 to 8:30 PM This six -week skill -based program is designed to teach i ndividuals the benefits and practice 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. Each week, new mindfulness techniques will be taught and practiced within the group setting.
For more information or to register for these programs, please contact: CMHA of NB Saint John Office Phone: (506) 633 -1705 Sponsored by: