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Merriam Webster - Full Definition of dirtbag “slang: a dirty, unkempt, or contemptible person.” The missus wonders about me. I confuse her. She cannot understand. “How can Mikie have a shower and leave the towel looking dirty??” The answer: “I am a dirtbag!!!” It is in my blood and indeed my soul. I can attract dirt like nobody’s business. I was a walking, breathing dirt magnet, at a time I mostly hoped to be a chick magnet. Back in my student days collecting garbage in the summers, some guys could wear a white T-shirt with nothing more than a smudge at the end of the day. Mikie... looked like he just stepped out of a garbage can by the time 5:00 o’clock came around. I can take a scrub brush to my hands and arms while showering and 20 minutes later have dirty water come off my hands, having done nothing to get them dirty again. So what’s life like when you are a dirtbag?? Actually, not that bad. Our country has a long and proud history of people working hard and doing dirty jobs. I am fortunate in that I don’t have to work very hard to get dirty. Between the dirt and my somewhat raggedy wardrobe, I have always figured people were thinking “Man!! Does he lead a hard life!!” Hey, I’ll take all the sympathy that I can get. I can still recall the kid’s reaction if I was working hard, “Ooooh, you’re all sweaty.” Has hard work, dirt and sweat become a big sin?? Do hard working people have to shower before they are allowed out in public?? Mikie says no way!! Mikie says sweaty, dirty people do not have hide
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HEALTH MATTERS HEAD LICE What is Head Lice? Head Lice are tiny insects that live close to the human scalp. Lice can only be spread through head to head contact. Infestation has nothing to do with hygiene or social status. Head lice are particularly common in children of primary school age. How are head lice diagnosed? Head lice can be diagnosed if a living louse is found on the head. Adult lice are visible and are black, brown or grey-white insects. No treatment should be should be carried out unless a live louse is found. Head lice have three forms: eggs (nit), nymph, and adult. Eggs are laid at the base of the hair shaft. Eggs are firmly attached to the hair - this helps differentiate them from dandruff which comes out easily. They are about the size of a knot in a thread. Eggs are translucent when laid, and white after hatching. Eggs containing unhatched, dead lice take on a dark brown colour. Using a fine tooth comb (0.2-0.3 mm apart) can help detect lice. It is three times
more effective than visual inspection alone. Start at the crown and comb down, checking the comb for lice after each stroke. What treatments are available? There are several commercial chemical and physical treatments available over the counter. Speak with your pharmacist about which treatment may work best for you. There is no strong evidence to support “home remedies� such as vinegar, Vaseline, or mayonnaise. There is evidence that mechanical removal of lice is effective. This may be the best option in children under two and in pregnant women. In most cases I would recommend combining manual removal of nits in combination with a commercial treatment to ensure success. Combing technique includes wetting the hair and adding conditioner. Combing the whole hair with a fine-toothed nit comb. Check for lice after each stroke. Continue combing until no lice/nits are found. Generally for 10-30 minutes per session; can be longer for very long and thick hair. Rinse out the conditioner and
perform the combing again. Conduct the entire procedure four times (every 3-4 days) over two weeks or until no lice are found on three consecutive sessions. Can I Prevent Head Lice? The best way to prevent head lice transmission is to play your part in doing regular inspections of your children and family members. During outbreaks, keep hair tied back or braided to minimize transmission and teach your children not to share personal items. Beyond this there is insufficient evidence to support interventions to prevent lice. For additional information, contact your pharmacist or NB Department of Public Health. 0043
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them to infomation@milfordcommunity centre.com. For more information contact the Centre. Saturday, October 1 - 7:00-9:00pm, Casino Night with the Lancaster Kiwanis and dance to follow. For tickets call 6722400. More information on any of the above or to rent the Centre, please call 672-2400. 0033
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This past June, the Marco Polo Quilt Guild had the pleasure of presenting two sunflower quilts and two sunflower table centrepieces to Bobby’s Hospice CEO, Sandy Johnson and the Chair of the Board, Shirley McAlary. These quilted items were made, with love, by Muriel Wilson, Lillian Clark, Betty Jones and Rosa Robichaud. Bobby’s Hospice had previously asked the Guild if they could make a quilt for their “Candlelight Ceremony”, with their symbol, the sunflower. The
Rosa Robichaud, Sandy Johnson & Shirley McAlary Guild Members unanimously voted this in and quickly got to work on this project. Not one quilt, but two quilts were put together, as well as two table centerpieces! Both Mrs. Johnson and Ms. McAlary were invited to our end of the season Potluck Picnic, in which the quilts and centerpieces were presented. It was a touching moment for all. The Marco Polo Quilt Guild meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month, excluding July and August. New members are always welcome! 4237
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ASK MARY MY LOVED ONE IS DYING, HOW DO I SAY GOODBYE? Saying goodbye to a dying loved one doesn’t come naturally to most of us. All they ask of us are three things: words of candor, reassurance and love. Lesson #1: Don’t wait until the last minute. It’s hard to say good bye, but putting off meaningful conversations is perhaps the number one source of regret. Spend time telling them what they mean to you. Dying people want to hear four very specific messages from their loved ones: “Thank you.” “Please forgive me.” “I forgive you.” “I love you.” Lesson #2: It’s OK, even comforting, to let on that you know the end is nearing. Realize that the dying person usually knows what’s happening. The person who’s dying starts to wonder if anyone else gets it. This stresses them - they have to think about others’ needs instead of dealing with their own. It helps to reassure them that you understand and in a way, you’re granting the person permission to die peacefully.
Lesson #3: Follow the dying person’s lead. If the person talks about impending death either directly or indirectly through a metaphor, a helpful response would be to say: “Tell me more.” If they are expressing anxiety about finishing certain tasks, you can follow with reassurance: “You’ve done a good job, you’re all set.” Sometimes the person may ask, “Am I dying?” as a way of gauging your feelings. You can reflect the question back: “I don’t know. How are you feeling?” Others refuse to discuss death and their wishes should be honored. Lesson #4: Truth is good - but so is a little white lie. Being reassured that their loved ones will be fine in their absence helps them feel that they can go peacefully. It may help to say: “You look tired, please don’t worry about me.” It’s also common for them to seek reconciliation with people, with God or the universe, or within themselves. They often ask directly about particular
relationships or express a desire to see someone they have been in conflict with. Telling them that they made a difference to their family and friends will fill their need to know that their life had meaning and purpose. “We are cups, constantly and quietly being filled. The trick is, knowing how to tip outselves over and let the beautiful stuff out.” Ray Bradbury. 0016
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IN THE GARDEN GARDENING, THERAPY & TOMATOES Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~ Author unknown. How true and at this time of year there is an abundance, with frost just around the corner it is also a responsibility to waste as few as possible; the first order of the day is to harvest the well ripened ones and prepare them for freezer, sauce, wine (they make a very fine fairly spirited white wine) or whatever your fancy is. The partially ripe and the largest of the still green ones can be gathered, gently wiped and placed between layers of newspaper on racks, the plastic racks from a bakery are superb for this job. Strangely, in order to ripen well, the tomato needs a dark fairly dry atmosphere; the paper can be lifted every few days and the ripe ones extracted and feasted upon. Another method, particularly useful for the smaller types, is to dig the plant up and suspend it by the roots from the rafters in a cool basement; I have enjoyed many ripened this way on Christmas day!
Despite the rather strange weather that this summer has afforded us, we have been blessed with an abundance of produce; the sources of this bounty need attention if we are to have a repeat performance next year. First on my list is to prune out the stems that bore the fruit on both Blackberries and Raspberries, these need to be cut off at ground level since they will never fruit again and will interfere with new growth emerging in the spring. Black, white and red currants should have the oldest wood, three years or more, removed at ground level; although these chaps will bear fruit again it will slowly dwindle in size and will compromise any new growth. Apples should be harvested at the peak of perfection and a certain amount of pruning can be done at the same time, opening up the tree to the air, and taking away any branches that rub together. All fallen fruit should be picked up and composted, if not they will provide a
cozy place for many harmful beasties to hibernate; long handled tongs are great for this, and help avoid being stung by hornets and their clan. Having used all the crab apples that I need I cheerfully leave the rest of the crop for my favourite winter event; in early January the Bohemian Waxwings will come and devour every last crab apple, they are such a welcome sight in the midst of all the snow and cold. Roses and Hawthorns will have produced a lot of lovely fruit for the other birds to indulge in. Blessings. 0045
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Check our site on Facebook. 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
SWEET CAROLINE RUN AT RHS On Saturday, October 8 the 3rd Annual Sweet Caroline Run will take place at Rothesay High School. This run/walk is to honor the memory of a kind and sweet teenage girl who lived her life committed to her family, her friends, her schools and her athletics. We can think of no better way to celebrate the life of this precious girl than by coming together in community and sport; both exemplify Sweet Caroline. All funds raised support the work of the
Sweet Caroline Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of allergies and anaphylaxis, in memory of Caroline Lorette. Online registration: raceroster.com/ events/2016/10046/sweet-carolinerun-2016. $30 for individuals and $75 for a family of four. Race day registration begins at 8:00am. Please register early to avoid disappointment. The 10km walk/run begins at 10:00am
ANGLOPHONE SOUTH SCHOOL DISTRICT KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2017-2018 Kindergarten Registration for the 2017-2018 school year will take place on October 13th -14th 2016 in all Anglophone South Elementary Schools. Parents may register their children at their neighbourhood elementary school during school hours. Kindergarten attendance is compulsory for all children who reach the age of five years on or before December 31st, 2017. Parents however, may defer entry into kindergarten until September of 2018 for children who turn five between September 1st and December 31st of 2017. Children who will not reach the age of five on or before December 31st, 2017 are not eligible for admission to kindergarten. Requirements for registration are: (1) proof of age: birth certificate, passport, another piece of ID (e.g. immigration documents or a certificate issued by another Canadian Provincial Government indicating the date of birth) and (2) proof of Immunization. The child’s Medicare number is also required.
and the 2.5km walk/run begins at 10:15. Race Kit Pickup will take place on Friday, October 7 in two locations: 1:00-4:00pm at the Running Room, Brunswick Square and 6:00-8:00pm at Java Moose, 47 Clarke Road, Rothesay. For more information visit the “Sweet Caroline Foundation” Facebook event page or contact sweetcarolinefoundation@gmail.com 4241
Lancaster Kiwanis will be holding a Casino Night on October 1st to raise funds for the various projects that they support throughout the year. Doors open at 6:30pm and Casino from 7:00pm-9:00pm Dance will follow with DJ at 9:00pm to 12:00am Tickets available by calling 672-2400 or email nsmason@nbnet.nb.ca
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FAMILY PLUS LIFE SOLUTIONS FALL PROGRAMS Your Centre for Family and Personal Wellness - Our Mission: To Enrich Personal, Family and Work Life throughout Our Community. 2016 Fall Evening Program Schedule: Personal Breakthrough for Women - Learn how to be more assertive, let go of barriers and establish healthy boundaries on Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00pm from October 26-November 30 (six weeks). Introductory Session on October 19. Facilitator: Janice MacMillan. Cooperative Parenting after Separation/ Divorce - Assists separated/divorced parents cope with their anger and pain while minimizing the negative impact of divorce on their children. Thursdays from 7:00-9:30pm (six weeks). Fall dates: TBD. Facilitators: Lynn Kinsella, Katherine McBrearty. Active Parenting Now (parenting 5-12 year olds) - Learn how to build a stronger relationship with your children, instill self-esteem and apply key discipline methods on Mondays from 7:00-9:00pm (six weeks). Fall
dates: TBD. Facilitator: Lora Durant. All programs are held at the offices of Family Plus/Life Solutions, 199 Chesley Drive, Suite 4200 204, Saint John; 634-8295.
ADDITION TO ROCMAURA DONOR WALL A big shout out to John and Lynn Wack who recently donated $1000 to Rocmaura Foundation. They will have two butterflies placed on our new donor wall in memory of her mother, Louise Bromfield who was a resident at Rocmaura for five years, and her Aunt Doris Bromfield who was also lived here for over a year. Lynn served on the Rocmaura Foundation Board for four years and John and Lynn have been into Rocmaura daily to help organize our massive silent auction for #Rocktober on October 15 at SJTCC. If you would like to be part of our Community of Caring, and make a donation to our donor wall or other programs please contact Sally
John & Lynn Wack Cummings in the Foundation Office at 643-7090 or email foundation@ rocmaura.com. All funds contributed go right back to our residents, to enhance their quality of life at Rocmaura. We have a long wish list of items to fill, from blanket warmers and medical equipment, to recreation programs like music therapy that have a direct impact on them in their “home away from home.� These are things that are not funded by government. 4244
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AROUND & ABOUT THE PAST COMES ALIVE THROUGH LOCAL PAPERS Each time The Tides, and other Ossekeag publications come out, a bit of history is being made. We just take it for granted, but what you read today may become a very important bit of information to those who will follow us. It will show the future population what we thought, read, enjoyed eating, where we travelled for holidays, how we marked special days on the calendar, and many other facets of day to day life we just take for granted. We don’t think about our day to day activity to any great degree, nor did George E. Fenety on September 16, 1839 when he brought out New Brunswick’s first penny newspaper. The first issue had a run of 1,000 and was called the General News and Commercial Advertiser. Fenety published this newspaper three times a week from an office on Prince William Street in Saint John until he took over the position of the Queen’s
Printer in Fredericton in 1865. Fenety’s newspapers provide us with the a look at a quarter of a century of life in and around Saint John that might otherwise not be known. That’s why the Ossekeag publications and all the other print media are of such value. Fenety’s story is just one of 366 in my new book new book, Saint John Snippets. By combining Fenety’s paper and a dozen other newspapers of the past, I found an interesting story or anecdote representing a particular day of the year for the period of 1785 to the present. As Harold Wright commented when he read the draft, “pick your birthday and read what happened on that date many years ago.” This book is well illustrated with a dozen heritage photos and 80 sketches that were scanned from the same newspapers that provided the stories. This book is a complete New Brunswick product, with the cover
photo by Gerry Maxwell, the design by Corey Dickinson, and the Printing by Taylor Printing. Just as Fenety stuck his head out when he printed those first thousand penny papers, I too have taken a plunge doing this, and do hope it will result in the same success as Fenety had a century and a half ago. 0004
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TEA & TALES READ Saint John presents “Tea & Tales” on Saturday, October 15 from 1:00-3:00pm at the Portland United Church (50 Newport Crescent, Saint John). The afternoon will feature Comhaltas, Mary Beth Marks,
Antoinette Sutton, David Goss, Alison Smith, Debbie Adshade, Riel Nason. There will also be a silent auction featuring autographed books by Margaret Atwood, Michael Crummey, Riel Nason, Lisa Moore and more.
Tea & Tales is for all ages and advance tickets ($15/adult, $5/children) are available by calling 633-2011. This event is in support of Adult Literacy programs at READ Saint John. 4239
NETWORK OF MOMS Every woman knows how having children really changes their life, suddenly their career is no longer their main priority and it's all about this tiny human being you are now responsible for. I remember leaving the hospital with my first daughter and was about to walk out the door but hesitated, waiting for someone to stop my husband and I. I thought "Are they really going to let me leave this place with her, I know nothing about babies!" Luckily, I had a friend who also just had a baby so we began our motherhood journey together. We were both new sleep deprived moms and being able to share our experience and talk to each other daily was a sanity saver. She was
it made me sad as she looked lonely. my first "mom friend". So many moms discover that after I wanted to say "Hey let's be mom the birth of their baby their social friends!" but didn't want to put her on network has changed. We are no the spot. My goal of this group is to longer interested in late night parties, help break the ice and allow moms to but playdates that work around feeding network without feeling awkward. It’s and nap schedules. While we may no an online support network for moms longer spend as much time with our to connect with other local Grand Bay, childless friends as before, having a Saint John, Quispamsis and anywhere network of friends is still so important, in between moms. It's a place to ask Volume 11, Issueand 1 lean on other moms questions especially friends that understand what for support regardless if our kids are you're going through. I created a group called Network of newborns, toddlers, school aged or Moms and this is why: Two summers teens. Check it out and maybe meet some ago, I met a mom at a beach, our girls were playing together and she new mom friends - facebook.com/ mentioned how none of her friends groups/NetworkofMoms. have children. My first emotion is that Submitted by Michelle Lefrancois. 4242
Foundation News August 2016
Rock the night away to Donnie and the Monarchs in support of “the Roc”! Rocmaura Foundation’s major annual fundraising dinner, dance and auction is just around the corner! It will be a fun filled evening as CTV’s Cindy Day will host our 18th annual event on Saturday October 15, 2016 at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre, along with auctioneer Tim Maloney. New this year, Rosita Hall will take us on a thought provoking high energy journey on “The Power of Giving”. Described as the motivational sensation with the big heart, the best-selling author of “I found the Answer” delivers joy and laughter with her encouraging and inspiring outlook. Well-known local artist, Lana Langille-Doucette will also be creating a painting for our live auction throughout the night. Don’t miss seeing her creativity at work! If you have auction items to donate, please drop them off at the Foundation Office now at 10 Parks Street. Antiques and other collectables will be appraised by Tim Isaac and you will get a tax receipt for the full value.
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ASK THE CHEF BRING ON THE CHOWDER Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. For the longest time, I was always under the belief that a chowder was a soup made with chunks of potatoes; a hearty stew like soup made in one pot. I was wrong. I did a little research and this is what I found out about chowder. Chowder is a traditional maritime soup which has evolved over the years, usually consisting of seafood and vegetables (including potatoes) in a rich and creamy broth, thickened with crackers or a roux (equal parts melted butter and flour). It was made in one pot and you could feed many. Manhattan chowder, on the other hand, is made with a tomato base with no thickening agent. It is true that all chowders should have potatoes but this comes from the fact that potatoes were a staple in our diets and continue to be today. Now from seafood chowder, we started
making other chowders. Fish chowder, mushroom chowder, vegetable chowder and most famous, corn chowder. Corn chowder was often served during the harvest, to feed the workers as they tried to get the harvest in. Always having a big crowd, this made for easy preparation and serving. So how easy is it to make chowder? All you need is a pot. To make creamy chowder start with your favourite fish; the less oily the better. If you add salmon to your chowder, that flavour will dominate the rest of it. Great if you love salmon but not if you want all the different flavours coming through. So in a large pot add chunks of onion, large diced potatoes and any other vegetables you would like or have on hand. Sweat these off and this will add to your flavour. Place your seafood and cover until seafood is cooked. Do not stir because your fish will break apart. Add enough fish stock to cover the ingredients in the pot and season to your taste. Bring
to a light boil and add a roux to thicken. Add 35% cream to balance off how thick your chowder has become. You should use heavy cream, so your chowder does not break or split. Allow to simmer for at least 30 minutes and serve. Once you get this down, you can now play with your recipe by adding white wine, different herbs like tarragon, chopped garlic, or anything that you think would be good. That is the beauty of cooking, it becomes yours once you have a good base. Edited for space, see full article at: ossekeag. ca. 0040
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Fall up your stove for the first time this fall take a moment to check for corrosion, holes, or loose joints. Clean the stovepipe, and check for signs of deterioration or looseness. Similarly, even if you did it in the spring, ensuring you have working smoke alarms with fresh batteries should be a standard fall home checkup item. Test smoke and CO monitors, inspect (or install) fire extinguishers, review fire escape plans, and rid your home of old newspapers and other fire hazards.
While there is some indication we may be in for a warmer than usual fall, that doesn’t mean it feels like summer. Even on the warm days, there is a crisp freshness to the air that reminds us that summer is behind us. This is a good time to take a look at your house with an eye to ensuring you will cozy and warm all through the winter. There is still time to get lots of home projects done! There are a number of indoor projects which are best undertaken before that cold weather arrives. Ensuring you have no creosote build-up in your chimney and having your furnace serviced are at the top of the list because of safety concerns if they are not done. Cracks in stovepipes attached to wood stoves can release toxic fumes into your home, so before firing
An often overlooked hazard is the family washer and dryer. Left unattended, a burst washingmachine hose can spill hundreds of gallons of water an hour and a dryer can erupt in flames if lint is allowed to build up inside the machine or its ducts.
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Once you have dealt with potential safety items, checking for gaps that allow air infiltration is a good way to both stay warm and save money. Seal any gaps and cracks around windows and doors with weatherstripping and caulking. Don’t forget to check for drafts around electrical outlets, cable and phone entrances and plumbing. Seal any gaps with caulking. Once the windows are sealed, switching out summer sheers for heavier drapes in warm colours can both add real warmth plus help create a warm ambiance. With shorter days, outdoor lighting becomes more critical. Motion sensor lighting on garages to light the way to and from the house are a cost-effective way to ensure you have light when you need it without creating light-
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sweaters and jeans instead of T-shirts and shorts, a few simple changes to your home can instantly make it feel more warm and cozy. Changing cushions to richer fabrics and warm colours, tossing a warm throw or plaid blanket over the arm of a chair and adding a fall wreath on the door will transform your living space quickly and easily. For bigger impact, interior painting is by far the easiest way to freshen While ceramic floors may be up your home and fall is a great welcomingly cool during the time to do it, while it is still warm summer, nothing is worse than enough to open the windows. A waking up to the icy shock of a tip from the pros - if at the end cold floor. Before this becomes of the day you haven’t finished an issue this year, consider cork the project you don’t have to go or wood flooring or adding an through the laborious process of area rug to turn any cool room cleaning your paintbrushes and paint-roller. Brush or roll off the into a cozy haven. excess paint, then tightly wrap Just as it is time to change in plastic food wrap and place out your wardrobe for warm the wrapped brushes and rollers pollution all night long. This is a welcoming addition for guests. And with guests in mind, winter weather means more “stuff” to deal with in your entry. Do you have a place for guests to slip out of their boots, a place for the kids to store their hats and mitts; maybe a basket with warm slippers available to keep everyone’s toes cozy? No one enjoys cold feet!
in the fridge to keep them fresh. The next day (or even several days later), simply remove from the fridge 30 minutes before painting, and you will be ready to go. All done? Great. Invite some friends or family over, open a bottle of wine and catch up on the news. After all, isn’t that the whole point of making your house a home?
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LIVE WELL CHANGE A Buddhist saying says: “When the student is ready, the Teacher will appear!” I have found it to be true, that the right time for the message is as important as the message itself. How is it that an individual can hear a message over and over again for many years and then, one day, it finally resonates within them? A definition of insanity is said to be doing the same things over and over expecting different results. Until one day, the individual sees the solution with great clarity and cannot understand why it took so long, when the answer was there all along. The answers to why the solution was not seen before are varied: stubbornness, determination to prove others wrong, shame and embarrassment, the desire to be right or wanting to do it our way, and so on. Individuals might experience great pain and have significant losses and still not be able or willing to see what others can see so clearly. For example, someone living in an
abusive relationship could be encouraged and counselled to leave the abuser by family, friends, professionals, and so on; yet, that individual might keep clinging to the hope that the partner will change if only they can find the partner right help! All the while the abuse continues. Consider also an individual who wants to become financially solvent. He/she consolidates loans, pays off debts and credit cards, and gets set up on a budget. A year or so later, however, the financial crisis is back, perhaps even leading to bankruptcy. Why? Because the change was only short-lived, superficial, and to avert crisis. In both cases, the “student” was not ready. Sadly, we may see loved ones going through crisis after crisis and feel helpless. The reality is that people change only when they reach “their bottom” and are willing to make different choices. Also, such changes will likely be in a way and time of their choosing and not ours. After waiting a long time, we may ask: “Why bother?” Well, the truth of the
matter is that often we are just gardeners who plant the seeds of change, and though we may not see the fruits of our labor come to fruition when we want, the change we hoped and prayed for may come when we least expect it. Continuing to nag, beg, plead, threaten, cajole or threaten abandonment does not work. Rather, we need to be hopeful, encouraging, and supportive for the time when the individual is ready to make different choices and try new and healing behaviors. Willingness and openness will help the “student” become ready for the “teacher.” 0008
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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 11:30am November 1, 8, 15 & 22. Time for Tots - 10:30am on Thursdays for ages 18-36 months. Storytime - 10:30am on Fridays, stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft for all ages. Literacy Tutoring - Elementary and Middle School aged children are invited to call 643-7260 to book a free one-onone tutoring session. Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day. Books, a craft, puzzles and colouring sheets with weekly theme. 10th Annual Scary Story Contest - Prize for one writer from grade 4/5, 6/7 and grade 8. Contact library for more info. Saturday, October 1 - 11:30am, Family Movie Matinee - The Good Dinosaur. PD Day Movie Fun - 11:30am, Thursday, October 6 - Ratchet and Clank; Friday, October 7 - The Angry Bird’s Movie. Saturday, October 29 - Star Wars Day (dress in costume), contact Library for more info. We are a Pokémon Go® Pokéstop Come to the library and replenish your supplies. Spin for Pokéballs, potions and capture some rare Pokémon.
Adult Programs: Coffee House & Open Mic - will be held the last Wednesday (September 28, October 26) of each month at 6:30pm. Musicians, poets, writers and a great audience all welcome. SJ has talent - come and see. Thursday, September 29, October 27 - 1:00pm, West Branch Library Social for seniors, newcomers and adults - all welcome. Social time and light refreshments. Friday, September 30 - 2:00pm, Friday Flic - free movie & popcorn (courtesy of the Mall); viewing Captain America: Civil War. Wednesday, October 12 - 6:00pm, Girl's Night with a Chick Flic and popcorn, viewing Miracles from Heaven. Thursday, October 20 - 7:00pm, Mystery Book Club. Featured author: John Lescroart. New members welcome. Thursday, October 27 - 7:00pm, Chick Lit Book Club - Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan. New members welcome. Adult Literacy Tutoring: Those interested in a free one-on-one tutoring session call 643-7260. Blankets for Canada Society Inc: Crocheters and knitters are welcome to make 8x8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in the SJ area. Donations of yarn gratefully appreciated. Knit 2 Together (k2tog): Tuesday afternoons drop-in, with knitted squares, tea and treats; drop in and put two or more together to make a blanket. 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 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. 0019
Big Sister Caroline would like to help her parents, Richard and Trudy, welcome her baby sister to the family!
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progressive, emerging and modern ministry, one that thinks outside of the box, one that embraces the values of the United Church of Canada, one that does not meet in the physical traditional church and one that looks towards the future and the needs of its people.
Our focus will be on being together, being an emerging ministry, showing love to all, celebrating our Oneness, nurturing faith and gathering in community. We will eat together, experience a dynamic, modern worship with great music and building intentional community of faith. We hope you can join us.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Thursday, September 29
Wednesday, October 5
SJ Branch of the NB Genealogical Society, will hold their monthly meeting at 7:00pm. Please note this month the meeting will take place on Thursday in the Mary Oland Theatre, at the NB Museum, Market Square with speaker, Felicity Osepchook. All guests welcome.
Fundy Gardeners meeting, 7:00pm, at St. James the Less church (1760 Rothesay Road, Renforth) with guest speaker, Susan Brooks of The Fundy African Violet and Gesneriad Society. New members & guests welcome. More info: fundygardeners@blogspot. com.
Saturday, October 1 Lancaster Kiwanis’ Casino Night fundraiser for the various projects that they support throughout the year. Doors open 6:30pm, Casino from 7:00-9:00pm with dance following with DJ 9:00pm to 12:00midnight. For tickets 672-2400 or email: nsmason@ nbnet.nb.ca. Annual Salmon Supper, hosted by Anglican Parish of Kingston, at Kingston Parish Hall starting at 5:00pm. Tickets $15/adults, $8/ under 12 (limited seating please order in advance). Contact Kingston Parish Office 763-3183 or email: parishofkingston@gmail.com. Harvest Turkey Dinner, hosted by Canadian Cancer Society, 7:30pm at Chateau de Champlain in Millidgeville. All proceeds to the SJ-KV Relay For Life. Tickets (634-6272) $30/person and tables may be reserved for groups of four or larger.
October 8 Monthly Breakfast, Brunch & Bake Sale at the Church of St. Andrew & St. David (164 Germain St., side entrance) 9:00am-12:00noon. Take-out available. Fundraiser for the Church. $10/adults, $4/children under 10, $25/family of 4. Church phone: 634-3092.
Sunday, October 2 Country & Gospel Concert at the Anglican Church in Grand Bay (20 MacDonald Ave, just past the Irving Station) with Allison Inch and friends starting at 2:00pm. Free will offering will be collected to help fill Christmas baskets for 60-65 families. October 4-6 Watercolour Paint Workshop with William Rogers at Villa Madonna Retreat House, limited to 15 participants. $300/workshop; $520 (includes workshop, single accommodations). Non-refundable deposit of $125 due with registration; remainder due at arrival. Register or info, 849-5125 or 1-866-783-3300; email: villamadonna@nb.aibn.com.
Friday, October 14 Dinner & Auction in Support of Sea Belles A Cappella Chorus, at Three Mile Steak & Rib House. Doors open 5:00pm for viewing, Auction at 6:00. Tickets ($20) at 214-4419 or tickets@ seabelles.ca. Proceeds for travel to international event; locally, Romero House & Sophia Recovery Centre. Saturday, October 15 Rocktober - Dinner, Dance & Auction fundraiser for Rocmaura at the SJ Trade & convention Centre with Donnie & the Monarchs. Tickets $125 ($65 tax receipt) or $1250/table of 10. For more info/tickets contact 6437090 or foundation@rocmaura.com. Donations accepted for Auction, call for info. Christmas Craft Sale, 9:00am-2:00pm at Fair Vale Outing Association (8 River Road, Rothesay). Lunch available. For tables ($15 or $25 for two), Nancy 8475465 or the FOA 847-4066; proceeds from table rentals to roof renos. READ SJ Tea & Tales, 1:00-3:00pm at the Portland United Church (Newport Crescent), entertainment by Comhaltas and others, Silent Auction (autographed books). Tickets ($15/ adult, $5/child) 633-2011. All ages event. Indoor Yard Sale, 9:00am-2:00pm, Milledgeville North End Lions Club (61 Elgin Street - off Adelaide on to Newman Street, corner of Newman &
Elgin). Rain or shine. All proceeds to SJ Chapter Canadian Council of the Blind.
Sunday, October 16 KOC Breakfast - sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #6770 at the Assumption Centre (721 Chapel Street, West SJ) from 9:00am-1:00pm. $7/adult, $3/child. Proceeds for Lower West Side School Breakfast & Lunch programs. Saturday, October 22 Book Sale in Support of HOPE Centre, 9:00am to 4:00pm at the HOPE Centre, 4347 Loch Lomond Road, Saint John. All Books $1 or less. Come and get your winter reading. 4th Annual “Fall Fling” Fundraiser in support of the Simonds Lions Caledonian Pipe Band, 7:00pm at the Simonds Lions Auditorium (Loch Lomond Road). Celebrate Scottish culture: Pipe Band, Highland Dancing, singsong, silent auction, food. For tickets ($15) contact 696-4253. Thursday, October 27 Free Public Lecture, hosted by Hospice SJ, on “The End of Suffering” Hospice Palliative Care or Physician Assisted Death” by Dr. Chris O’Brien, Medical Director, Bobby’s Hospice, 7:008:00pm in the Level 1 Amphitheatre at the SJ Regional Hospital. Friday, October 28 9 Annual "Newfie Night" at St. Luke's Hall, corner of Metcalf & Lansdowne. Jiggs Dinner, Silent Auction, and entertainment by Ross Mouland. Auction viewing at 5:00, dinner at 6:00pm. Tickets ($15) available from church office (693-4152). Proceeds to St. Luke's ministries. th
Saturday, November 5 KV Old Boys’ 7th Annual Country & Western Evening at KVHS. Advance tickets ($15) at Beats and Bytes, Morris Music in SJ, Kennebecasis & Hampton Guardian Drugs and any KV Old Boy member. At the door $18. Doors open 6:00, show time 7:00pm. More info: kvoldboys.com.
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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, September 27; October 4, 11, 18, 25 - 7:30pm, Doubles Crib in the Upper Hall. Friday, September 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28 - 7:00pm, Open “Mic” Night with Don LeBlanc & Friends, dance in Pub 69. Friday, September 30 - 4:00pm, Kitchen Party with Ed, Darryl & Friends in Pub 69. Saturday, October 1, 15 - 2:005:00pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in Pub 69. Saturday, October 8, 22, 29 - 2:005:00pm, dance with Delbert in Pub 69. Saturday, October 15 - 9:00pm, RCL 69 & Singles dance with Party Line in the Upper Hall. Sunday, October 2 - 1:00pm, Doubles Crib in the Upper Hall. Sunday, October 2, 30 - 7:00pm, dance with Steve, Carol & Anne Marie in the Upper Hall. Sunday, October 9, 23 - 7:00pm, dance with Steve & Carol in the Upper Hall. Sunday, October 16 - 7:00pm, dance with WCR in the Upper Hall. Sunday, October 29 - 9:00pm, RCL 69 & Singles dance with Jypce Wind in the Upper Hall. 0015
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?: Saturday, October 8 – “Walk-on, Walk-off Grand Manan Birding” with Jim Wilson, meet at the NB Museum on Douglas Ave at 7:45am; Monday, October 17 - 7:00pm at the NB Museum, Market Square John Klymko on “The Basics of Bee Biology” plus “The Maritimes Butterfly Atlas”. For information on registration, timing and locations or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub. org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567
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GONE FISHING TIME TO CATCH A DINOSAUR! Now that we are officially into the Fall season, leaves begin to change, days get shorter, temperatures cool down, and the fishing heats up! Here in our backyard on the Kennebecasis River, the sturgeon fishing season is just beginning and it may be one of the most unique and exciting experiences you’ll find on the water anywhere! For me, I love targeting shortnose sturgeon in the Fall. From around the beginning of October on through till the river freezes over, the fishing for sturgeon will get better and better. By the middle of November one could catch 15 or more sturgeon in a day averaging over two and a half feet in length! Where else can one go to experience such amazing fishing? Well, for sturgeon, there is nowhere else you can go on the east coast of North America for this experience. Throughout the US sturgeon are an endangered species and fishing for them is not permitted. While other areas in Canada do have
fishing for different species of sturgeon (the White Sturgeon of the Fraser River), we have the only population of shortnose in the world for which there is an open recreational fishery! Unlike with most lakes, ponds or rivers where the fishing season ended on September 15, the lower Kennebecasis River, nearly up to Bloomfield is tidal water. Here you can fish all year long with no fishing license required if you are doing catch and release fishing. If you are looking to keep any fish, be sure to be aware of the size and limit regulations! One important rule many may not be aware of is that in tidal waters, you do require a provincial fishing license to keep any sport fish. If you want to catch yourself a dinosaur (sturgeon have been around for millions of years), be prepared to release it again. In order to retain a sturgeon, it has to be 120 cm, which means a fish that is over 50 years old. Only the very oldest in the
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population would reach this length and they are hard to find, so 99.5% of sturgeon caught are released again, after taking a picture to keep the memory of course! To fish for sturgeon, just load up a strong hook with nightcrawlers, use a weight to get it to the bottom and let it sit there. Sturgeon are bottom feeders and will eat the worm off the floor of the river. If you, or someone you know, would like to give it a try and isn’t sure where to start, feel free to contact me to book a time and I’ll take you out! 0034
Joe Tilley Fisherman at Large
IS YOUR CHILD IN SCHOOL TODAY?
LIGHT UP TO CELEBRATE 25TH BOWL-A-THON Saint John Chapter
In memory of Yvette Parent
Saturday, November 5th, 2016 Help us honor Yvette Parent as we dedicate our 25th Bowlathon to her with love and gratitude.
Saint John Bowlarama 248 Lancaster Ave, Saint John, NB Rounds start at 9:30am & 12:00pm Bring your glow sticks and have fun bowling with our glow in the dark theme! Lots of great prizes & silent auction items!
1-877-453-0533 | 506-832-4389 | jennifer.vienneau@kidney.ca Register online at: www.kidney.ca/atlantic/bowlathon
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LISTEN IN JESSICA RHAYE - SONG IN ME Hampton based singer/songwriter Jessica Rhaye has just released her 5th album “Song In Me”. I have been watching her grow, as a songwriter and performer, from the sidelines for years now and she is probably the artist who has surprised me the most. How has she surprised me? Her song writing and performer chops have grown in leaps and bounds in recent years and her new musical offering “Song In me” is nothing short of a rootsy pop modern day classic filled with all the warmth, charm and beautifully woven stories that catapult you back to the glory days of 70’s am radio and mood rings. She has connected all the dots and her musical vision has never been stronger. The album was produced by Nova Scotia’s Dale Murray (Anne Murray’s nephew). Dale and the musicians who culminate here really help shape the sound and are an integral piece of the puzzle in bringing Jessica’s unique musical vision into the light. I have never heard
Jessica so comfortable and confident on record. There is an ease here that really draws the listener into her creative world. It’s music making for the sake of music where she has brought in a community of like minded co-writers and collaborators to make a record that has a genuine classic spirit. Records like this are few and far between on the commercial musical landscape today. I have to mention some of the songwriters here as well, the majority of which are local and show just how many talented writers we have in our backyard. No stranger to anyone here is living blues legend and Perth-Andover native Matt Andersen and Folk Pop West coast auteur Matt Epp. I was really astounded by the local songwriters with Jessica and how well it all worked. Even with all the varied co-writers the record has such a singular vision that is both engaging and highly creative. These fellow writers include Brent Mason who has really written some beautiful stand
out songs here with Jessica, Bill Preeper and Hilary Anne Ladd. Jessica also covers Ken Tobias’ “Good To Be Alive In The Country” which fits perfectly with this collection of originals. Congratulations Jessica on such a beautiful record that is a joy to listen to. Thank you for making this record! Don’t stop! Jessica along with her stellar live band will be performing a CD Release show in the city and here is the info: Saturday, October 1 - Song in Me Release Show at BMO Studio Theatre (112 Princess Street, Saint John). Set: 8:00pm, all ages. Jeff ’s current m u s i c a l fixation – Te e n a g e Fa n c l u b. 0041
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Church Home Supper Club
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MUSINGS HUNTING SEASON I love walking in the woods. From early Spring, as soon as it is light enough to have an hour after supper (I HATE walking in the woods after dark!) until the time changes in the fall, most work days Mike and I (and of course the Jet) do a walk around the woodlot. This is generally at a leisurely pace, so that I can enjoy the sights and sounds and scents of the woods . . . an opportunity to unwind from a day at work. On the weekends we generally walk in the morning, although we sometimes add a second walk in the evening as well. Every fall, as deer season approaches, I begin wondering, when does the season start, when do I need my hunter orange. Not that I am required to wear it, as I am not hunting, but so that I am more visible to anyone who may be out in our woods armed with a gun (or a bow, but that is still fairly uncommon). Even more than
myself, I worry about the dog, who although he generally stays close, does occasionally wander along the side of the wood-roads, following whatever scents it is that excite a big ol’ Lab. I have never been a hunter, although my father was and my brother and various cousins and friends have also spent time hunting. I don’t ever remember my father getting a deer or a moose, but like me he greatly enjoyed the opportunity to spend time in the woods. My mother often claimed that is the only reason he bought a deer licence in his later years, as it gave him an excuse to walk the woods. I have a very vivid memory of my father with my brother and a few of his friends while they were in their teens and just beginning hunting. They were standing in the dooryard taking shots at a target some distance away and my father was able to hit the target without closing one eye
to sight in. Apparently this is pretty uncommon (leastwise that is what he was told while in the army during the war), although modern thought is it is the preferred method and should be practiced. For my father, it was just the way he always did it. My brother and his friends certainly seemed impressed. “If the hunter comes back with mushrooms, don't ask him how his hunt was.” ~ Ghanaian Proverb. 0001
Debbie Hickey President, Ossekeag Publishing
Knights Of Columbus Council 11201 Bradley Lake Community Centre
“Fall Fling”
Saturday, October 22, 2016 Tickets:
7:00 PM $15.00 Each
Simonds Lions Auditorium Loch Lomond Road Saint John, NB Pipe Band / Solo Piping / Highland Dancing / Celtic Groups Sing-Song / Food / Door Prizes / Silent Auction
For Tickets - Contact:
David: 696-4253 Liam: 639-2867
Tom: 333-1364 Paul: 333-6728
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Dessert Buffet And Auction October 14th, 2016 Viewing: 6:15pm Dessert: 6:30pm Auction: 7:00pm
Admission $7.00 Call: Sharon Soontiens 849-9189 or Rita Russell 696-2803 September 27th - October 10th, 2016
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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS FIREWOOD
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SPRINGFIELD FIREWOOD - Quality hardwood, cut and split - HST and delivery included in price. Serving our new and loyal customers for over 10 years - Please call 506-485-2349 to place your order.
WEBB MASONRY & TREE Removal services. Phone 645-1332. FREE SCRAP METAL DROP OFF. All car parts, batteries, lawn mowers, washers & dryers, pots & pans, scrap metal etc. Free junk car and truck removal. Licensed for refrigeration unit disposal, $15 charge. Open 7 days/week, 187 French Village Road. Phone 847-3569. 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
OTHER RELAX WITH REIKI. Sussex Place Indoor Market. Reiki relieves stress, anxiety and muscular discomfort while promoting overall wellness. Young Living Essential Oil educator. For more information contact kimbelzile@gmail.com or call/text 506-292-7466.
trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026. SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies, gentlemen and children. Hems done on pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Call 672-2599. STEWART SCRAP METAL pick-up and also drop off. We buy batteries and all types of metals. 323 French Village Road. 506-650-8181.
VEHICLES WAYNE’S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 6478777. www.waynesautoworldltd.com, 53 Epworth Park Road, Grand Bay-Westfield.
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