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So this morning “The Jet” had his annual checkup. As expected, he was perfect, despite the vet noting a bit of weight gain. But, as she explained “he is a big boy” and no dietary restrictions have been ordered. I think I will, however, cut him back a bit since he is just now entering apple season. Now, you wouldn’t think that a dog would have ever heard of the saying “an apple a day, keeps the doctor away”. But “The Jet” eats apples as if he never wanted to see the vet again, but that just isn’t true. The only time that “The Jet” ever sees a leash is when he is going to the vet, but this morning when I pulled out the leash that he hadn’t seen in a year , he actually got excited. He loves going to the vet. Between some doggie treats and being treated like a rock star, he is in doggie heaven. So I ask all you pet owners this question. Does your visit with your doctor even come close to being as smooth, as easy and as enjoyable as your pet’s visit to the vet. And so, I ask once again, “why is it that pets can, by and large get faster smoother health care than people”?? The first obvious reason is that people care is socialized and free, while pet care

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is private sector and costs money. Now, before anyone gets all wild, I am well aware that the the US healthcare system is still largely private sector and is by far the most expensive in the world and only delivers mediocre results compared to the best in the world. But, I still believe that there must be ways to either integrate the private sector into our healthcare system or generate more business-like practices. I realize that some people have a distrust for the private sector in delivering certain essential services such as healthcare or drinking water, but please realize, while your heart surgeon may not be private sector, virtually every single piece of equipment that is used will be a product of the private sector. Your surgeon may be great but I would bet that if your heart machine was to stop working midway through a transplant procedure then the surgeon is unlikely to be successful. Quality and efficiency in virtually anything can be produced by the private sector given the right incentives. Just something to think about. 0001

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ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS! Hello nature lovers, the Saint John Naturalists Club (SJNC) has several events happening in the coming weeks. Be sure to check in on our website: saintjohnnaturalistsclub. org or our Facebook page under Nature Saint John at: facebook.com/ NatureSaintJohn for details and for additions or amendments as they occur. SJNC events are open to one-and-all without charge: September 8 - Club Meeting at the NB Museum with Jeff Clements (Ocean Acidification - Local Impacts); September 16 - Greenlaw Mountain Hawk Watch Field Trip #1; September 20 - Greenlaw Mountain Hawk Watch Field Trip #2; September 21 - Black Beach Road Birding #1; Late September - Black Beach Road Birding #2; October 20 - Club Meeting with speaker - Maureen Toner - Species at Risk in New Brunswick; October 18 - Grand Manan Birding Day; November 10 - Club Meeting with speaker - Dr.

Tony Diamond - Seabird Research on Machias Seal Island; November 1 - Deer Island Late Migrant Birding Day. For information on the SJNC, contact Hank Scarth at hhcs@bellaliant.net or by calling 216-0624. 2567

NBACL - CASH FOR CLOTHES An easy way to raise money for your school - whether it’s sports equipment, new instruments or travel fare for a class trip, September is right around the corner and soon you will be thinking of new fundraising ideas. Why not host a clothing drive while everyone is updating their back to school wardrobes? How does it work? Collect as many bags of clothing as possible. NBACL (New Brunswick Association For Community Living) will provide a donation for your efforts. The more bags you collect, the more funds you earn! For more information, contact Catherine at toll free at 1-866-6222548 option 1 or 642-5511. 3072

SHS REUNION UPDATE The Sussex High School Class of ‘54 Reunion was held on Saturday, August 2 at the Fairway Inn/JJ’s restaurant. Some came from as far away as Florida as well as St. Stephen, Plaster Rock, Saint John, Moncton and Kings County. There were several who expressed their regret and disappointment in not being able to attend, for health and other reasons. A delicious Canadian/Chinese Buffet, along with a Reunion cake, was enjoyed. We were entertained before and after our buffet supper by Sandra Alston and Mabel (alias, Sandra) who was introduced by Shirley Seymour. Carl Steeves expressed words of appreciation and thanks to the organizing committee. Thank you, Joan D, for my pretty corsage. Some funny stories were shared and then it was time for us to say farewell until we meet again. Submitted by Anne Candy. 3074

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WELL RESTED by Angie Cummings CAFFEINE AND SLEEP As I was standing in line at the award winning Tim Horton’s this morning in Sussex, I saw many familiar faces. We queue up every morning for what many call the “nectar of the gods”- coffee. We enjoy the heat of the drink, the aroma, even the comradery of having a cup of Joe and chatting with friends. But the real draw of coffee, and the reason we are all at this coffee shop so early is for the caffeine jolt that we are eagerly anticipating. The discovery of coffee is attributed to a 13th century goatherder in the highlands of Ethiopia who noticed that when his goats ate these particular berries, the goats became very spirited and would not go to sleep. The monks at the nearby monastery began to make a drink from the berries and it kept them awake for many hours of evening prayer. By the 15th century the coffee trees were being cultivated in the Arab

countries and were becoming a valuable trade commodity. Coffee’s use spread to Europe and it was not long before most cultures were trading and using coffee as a major part of their economy and diet. The most expensive coffee in the world is produced in Indonesia. A cat like creature called Civet searches in the woods for the very ripest berries on the forest floor. It eats the berries but cannot digest to seeds so they come out the other end of the Civet whole. These seeds are sifted out of the cat’s poop, rinsed and dried. You can pick up a pound of this luxury item for $635/ lb, or $80/cup (by appointment only, cream and sugar not included). I Think I’ll pass. It was of course the caffeine in the coffee berries that kept the goats and the monks in Ethiopia awake. The average North American consumes about 200 mg of caffeine a day and it comes from many sources including coffee, tea, energy drinks, chocolate and even some

medications. So how much caffeine is in your morning drink? Well, a small coffee has about 100 mg of caffeine. A small tea has 50 mg. Your decaf coffee still has 6-15 mg in it. So how about that extra-large black that I drank this morning? 240 mg of caffeine. Yikes! It appears that morning coffee does not affect your sleep at night, but coffee taken in the afternoon does. Caffeine can stay in your system up to 11 hours after ingestion, so your afternoon coffee pick me up may be affecting your quality of sleep or causing insomnia. So enjoy your morning coffee, but after lunch switch to something a little less jitter inducing like water. You’ll sleep much better for it! 0046 Angie Cummings, BSc RRT, Sussex Sleep Clinic

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“TALK & ROCK LOUD” On Thursday, September 11 the Saint John Community Suicide Prevention Committee is hosting a concert to raise the awareness of Suicide Prevention within the greater Saint John area. The event will be held at the Shiretown Publicans, 8:00pm in Hampton and will feature headliner and former Guns n’ Roses guitarist Gilby Clarke with his band. Other special guests include the bands The Road Heavy and Local Rockers Beggars Ransom. Advance tickets will be $20 and $25 at the door if there are any tickets remaining. Tickets are available to purchase at: Shiretown Publicans – 274 Main Street in Hampton 832-1782; Cochrane’s Country Market – 106 Hampton Road in Rothesay 849-4840; The Feel Good Store – 89 Germain Street in Saint John 657-6249. Join us for a unique way to raise awareness while experiencing a very special music event like no other in an intimate setting. About The Saint John Community Suicide Prevention Committee: As one of 13 committees in place throughout New Brunswick, we strive to enhance

suicidal behavior on our community. The Committee works toward its mission by educating, facilitating, advocating, supporting, advising, and coordinating prevention, intervention, and postvention services within our community. 3073

GILBY CLARKE and expand our community’s knowledge of suicide, reduce the suicide rate and minimize the harmful consequences of

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IN THE GARDEN by Betty Kennett FALL FROSTS ARE JUST AROUND THE CORNER BE PREPARED! With the beneficial rains that we have enjoyed throughout the gardening season, the bounty of vegetables has been impressive; if we are to get the greatest reward for all the toil that has been put into growing them we need to be harvesting and storing before Mother Nature wreaks havoc! Large green tomatoes can be taken in before frost; by placing them on newspaper lined plastic bread trays and covering them with another layer of paper, they will slowly ripen, affording a lengthy and continuous supply of ripe fruit. Tomato plants can also be dug up just prior to frost, hung by their roots in a cool cellar; they will produce ripe fruit until Christmas. When harvesting potatoes care must be taken to deal with those that have green shoulders... a result of not being hilled up properly... these have the potential

of causing Spina Bifida from the toxins produced and should NEVER be eaten by expectant mothers. Most root vegetables store well in a cold room, preferably tucked into wood shavings, onions can be carefully dried away from strong sunlight and braided into attractive strings, great decoration for the kitchen and handy for snapping off for the stir fry etc. This is a great time to collect seed from favourite plants, these should be hung from their stems inside a brown paper bag in a cool, airy, dry locality when the seed fall out of their casings and are totally dried they should be labelled and stored in paper envelopes ready for swapping and planting next spring. Dahlias, Gladioli and other such bulbs and tubers can be left to experience the first ‘killing’ frost but should then be dug up and slowly dried out, at that point excess foliage needs to be removed and they too can be stored in a dry cool location in peat moss or wood shavings; all ready for the early spring planting which is sure to be a reality next year!

By now most ponds have produced far more growth than is good for them, ideally a pond should have at least one third of its surface uncluttered by vegetation, all pond weed should be removed, it will turn up next spring with great eagerness and most of the plants in the ponds will benefit from a bit of thinning out. All of this activity will provide ample space for frogs and toads to become as amorous and productive as possible, perhaps a suitable selection of music as you enjoy the final BBQ’s of the season will aid them in their endeavours and we will all reap the benefits next year of an army of their progeny scoffing the mosquitoes and their kin; sadly we can no longer depend on the wee brown bat for their services! Blessings, Betty. Betty Kennett, 0038 Resident Green Thumb

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RCL BRANCH #69 NEWS Monday, September 8 will be the first general meeting after a 2-month break. We should all make an effort to attend; this is truly where we find out what is going on in the branch. Two colour party events have taken place; the first on August 8 was a concert to honor the WWI vets and the second, on September 1, was with the Labor Day parade. We are always on the lookout for volunteers to increase the numbers for the color guard. If you feel that you’re up to the task, please contact Comrade Henry D’Eon. A new monument is being looked at for the front of the building, to honor all veterans who served or are serving their country in time of War and Peace. I am sure that it will be discussed at the next General meeting. A Foot Care Clinic is going too offered to the members of the branch. $35 per visit. For further information, please contact Comrade Larry Lynch. The upgrade, that is going on in the upper lounge, is 90% completed. A discussion was carried out at the Executive meeting regarding the

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smoking at entrances and drinking in the parking lot. It was decided to erect no smoking signs at the doors and on the ramp. We have some uniforms and pictures that we have no room for. The possibility of either donating of loaning them to the War Museum in Gagetown, where they will be on display and looked after, is being looked into. Planning is underway for this year’s Poppy Campaign. The stores are going to be approached about allowing us to have tables. I want to thank you all, for the effort you make every year. If you want to see your Legion at work, be sure to come out at the next General Meeting. We will be giving Carleton Kirk a sizeable donation to assist them in their work in caring for our veterans there. Hope to see you at the next General meeting. If you’re not there then you’re supporting a move that you may not believe in, because you did not vote against it. Comrade LJ Comeau Cd. 3078

DONATION TO CANCER SOCIETY The Business Development Bank of Canada held a charity barbecue recently, with proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society New Brunswick. The staff raised more than $500 for the fight against cancer. From the left are Brenda Blacquiere, Michelle Luck, Charlene Hayes from the Canadian Cancer Society, Chris Daigle and Sue Currie. 3083

THE STAFF OF BDC RAISED MORE THAN $500 FOR THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER.

FRESH WITH FOOD SURVIVAL OF THE HARDEST With heart disease as one of our leading killers, it is an obvious and justifiable impeller of many people’s health kicks. However, in reality, if your diet is poor enough to develop heart disease, you have undoubtedly already endured a decade of other health problems you may not have considered to be related. Many of us do not appreciate the interconnectedness of our body functions. Atherosclerosis is one of the main causes of heart disease once it is developed, but in its early stages it causes a host of other issues throughout our body. Atherosclerosis is far from simple but in as few words as possible, it is the hardening of the arteries resulting from a buildup of fatty plaque and eventually leads to the inflammation of the arteries. The danger is that while Atherosclerosis affects the entire artery tree. Eventually, it is too late and the plaque ruptures, causing a thrombus (blood clot) and you have a heart attack or if it happens in your brain, a stroke. Chronic lower back pain is extremely common in our population. Dr. Michael Gregor argues that “atherosclerosis can obstruct the arteries that feed the spine and this restriction in blood flow can cause lower back pain. [This is because] the disks in our lower back are the largest avascular tissue in the body, meaning that they have no blood vessels, so the nutrition has to diffuse in from the edges, so they are particularly vulnerable to nutrient deprivation.” According to Gregor, this starts in our teens and in his lecture, From Table to Able, he references studies that show lumbar disc degradation as early as age eleven in those that eat the standard american diet. Our modern western medical system looks to pills to solve our health problems because our society has collectively perceived the adoption of a healthy diet and lifestyle to be too difficult to achieve. With the popularity of viagara, apparently, we don’t want to eat healthy, even to achieve an erection.

What is interesting is that a male’s ability to obtain an erection depends on the body’s ability to circulate blood. Impotence is a symptom of atherosclerosis. It all stems from the same disease, the clogging of our body’s circulation system. And since abdominal obesity aka beer/pot belly has now been linked to high levels of estrogen in our diet, it has never been so manly to sit down for a big greasy meal. A pot bellied man who is impotent is way too normal. If this rubs you the wrong way, step back and consider that this is completely within your power to change. People do it every day and there is no shame in renewing your enthusiasm for life, healthy functional life.Impotence is a serious issue we need to stop sweeping under the bed. 0039

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POINT OF VIEW BACK TO SCHOOL BLISS September means many things – the promise of cooler weather, a collage of beautiful colours, warmer clothing and, of course, back to school. If you're a parent, you're probably rejoicing right about now. The boredom that has aﬄicted many a student this summer is about to end, only to be replaced by hectic schedules, homework and a never-ending lists of school supplies and clothing to buy. It also means coming up with new and inventive ways to pack a lunch that your kids will actually eat. Aside from the Christmaslike costs and long line-ups associated with back to school shopping, making lunches is probably my least favorite task associated with back to school. It starts out pretty good. I stock up on all of the essentials my teen “has” to have for her lunch, only to discover a week or two later that she no longer likes it. Really? Oh, and giving her money to eat in the cafeteria comes with its own set of challenges.

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Apparently, cafeteria food is gross, the lineups are too long, and there's no place to sit when you finally get your food (teen nonproblem #1,271). As the mother of a 14-year-old daughter, I've never had to drag her to the mall to shop. She goes willingly, and with a long list of wants to boot. She could (and does) spend countless hours looking for that perfect new outfit, or that latest footwear trend. I don't remember shopping being that complicated, when I was growing up. As long as you owned a pair of Levi's, neon anything and enough hairspray to make that big hair even bigger, you were happy – and I was! Now, there's more pressure put on kids (and their parents) to wear name brand everything. That's what I love about private and/or independent schools like Valley Christian Academy and Rothesay Netherwood. Everyone wears a school uniform, and everyone looks the same. It gives students the ability to focus on what's really important – getting a quality education.

Throughout my daughter's elementary school years, teachers purchased the school supplies and we paid a fee when school resumed. Boy, do I miss those days! Now, there's dozens of choices for everything from binders and pencil pouches to markers and backpacks. This year, I've delayed the inevitable so don't be surprised if you see this chick in a store on Labour Day weekend looking as dazed as some men do on Christmas Eve. As we send our students back to the classroom, remember to slow down and enjoy the scenery, watch for school buses carrying our precious cargo, and thank a teacher – they've earned it! I'd love to hear from you. My e-mail is diane@ ossekeag.ca. 0032

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248 Milford Road, 672-2400, milfordcommunitycentre.com Card night - (Auction 45’s) will begin again on September 8. See you then! Bingo night - On Thursdays, doors open at 5:45pm. Games start at 6:30pm. Looking for a Bingo caller, please call the Centre. We are looking to start a mini-hockey night at the Centre and a drop-in centre for the kids to hang out. Volunteers

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are needed to organize these events or donations of games. Criminal record check required. The Milford Community Centre is available to be rented for your special events, please contact the Centre for more information. For more information on any of the events/volunteering, please call the Centre at 672-2400. 0033

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DINNER RAISED FUNDS FOR CANCER SOCIETY The proceeds from the 13th annual East Indian Charity Dinner & Auction were presented to the Canadian Cancer Society New Brunswick recently. Organized by Dr. Eshwar and Vittu Kumar, of Rothesay, the annual dinner features a variety of East Indian dishes, an auction and local entertainment. This

year’s event was held in April at Rothesay Netherwood School, raising more than $113,000. Since the first event was held in 2001, more than $750,000 has been raised for the Canadian Cancer Society. Representing the Society is Victoria Clarke, right, Associate Director of Revenue Development. 3085

THIS YEAR’S EVENT WAS HELD IN APRIL AT ROTHESAY NETHERWOOD SCHOOL, RAISING MORE THAN $113,000.

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CHERRY BROOK ZOO As you know Tina, the African Lion died from old age in July. She was 23 years old and we all miss her. The zoo is very quiet without the marvellous lion roars! The arrival of new lions is planned for Spring. Currently staff and volunteers are updating the lion enclosure. A recent note from a volunteer: “ even though we know there are no lions at the enclosure right now. When working on cleaning fences and painting it is very creepy. You keep thinking the lion is still around. Gives you shivers!” If persons or companies wish to financially sponsor the new lions please contact Lynda Collrin at the zoo. The old Yak, Star, died at age 23 in July. The animal planning committee is looking at bringing in different animals species to replace the Yaks. The two new foxes are settling in just fine. They are three months old now and their sleeping position is rolled up with each other. So cute! September is Zoo Volunteer Recruitment month. Volunteers are age 16 to seniors. To apply fill out a Volunteer Application at the zoo office or at zoo web page:

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MARCO POLO QUILTING GUILD The Marco Polo Quilting Guild (MPQG) welcomes all those

interested in quilting, whether they are beginners or experienced quilters. Join us at St. Columba Church (1454 Manawagonish Road), Saint John on Wednesday, September 3 and the first Wednesday of every month 7:00-9:00 pm (doors open at 6:00pm) and every Thursday morning (10:00am-2:00pm). Bring a friend, enjoy the programs, take a workshop and learn a most enjoyable, relaxing and time-honoured skill." 3088

SEA BELLES WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS Fall will soon be in the air, and Sea Belles ladies a cappella chorus, will begin weekly Tuesday evening practices, 7:00pm on September 16 at Forest Hills School, Glengary Drive, East SJ. If you're a young girl over 14 yrs or a woman of any age who loves to sing and can carry a tune, we'd love to share the fun of a cappella harmony with you! New members are always welcome, but we'd especially like to meet you at one of our September rehearsals.

For more information, contact Debbie at 672-7221 or visit seabelles.ca. We're just “ordinary women making extraordinary music!” We want you to share your voice with Sea Belles Chorus! 3089

AUTOS HELP SJ SPCA ANIMAL RESCUE By having your auto towed away, you can help the Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue. Contact A Lot of Autos on the Old Black River Road and make arrangements to have your unwanted vehicle donated to the Shelter, it will be picked up and a contribution made to the SJ SPCA Animal Rescue. The value of your donation is assessed depending on the year, make, model and location of the vehicle (does not need to be in running order). Title to the vehicle must be in your name. Pick-up of your vehicle will be scheduled and you just hand over the keys and signed title. It is that easy and makes such a difference in the lives of homeless pets. For more information contact Eric or Jamie at 672-2222. 3091

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LIKE IRISH MUSIC? Come join us for a pint of Guinness and your favourite Irish jigs and reels at O'Leary's Irish Pub. COMHALTAS (just say "COAL-tis") is an international nonprofit that gets together every Tuesday from 7:00pm onwards to share a few tunes, a story and a laugh. All musicians of all skill levels are welcome to join our circle. If you don't play an instrument you'll enjoy coming out for the show too! And if you like our 'Comhaltas Saint John Facebook page you could have your night out on us! Once we reach 200 likes we will draw all members' names to win a $20 bar tab to any Tuesday Jam Session. G092

Get your kids excited about returning to school (NC) – One way to ease children out of summer fun and into the idea of returning to school is to take them shopping for the things they like. Most kids already have an idea about what they consider trendy and what fits their personality, so involving them in the process can help create enthusiasm for the upcoming school year. They will be happy to make their own choices and to express their creativity while feeling proud and confident about their new outfits and gear. Of course, your judgment is required to ensure comfort and durability. But when everyone prefers to be outdoors in the sunshine, shopping is only fun if we can save both money and time. One-stop shops are the answer, says the enthusiastic management at leading retailer, Target, as they point out their broad assortment of national brands, at lower prices. For parents

time and money is saved by finding everything under one roof. Colours, shapes, and movie characters are good stimuli for kids. Those visuals activate their imagination and help to spark their interest. This year, Ninja Turtles, Hello Kitty, Transformers and Monster High are all the rage. You can find them on several back-to-school items, from backpacks and lunch boxes to notebooks and t-shirts.

SEASIDE LAWN BOWLING NEWS The Seaside Invitational was held on August 13th and decided by a sudden death draw to the jack as two teams finished in a tie atop the 14 team tournament. Paul McVea’s draw to within inches of the jack claimed victory for the team of skip McVea, mate Jean Banham, second Dan McDonald and lead Al Vautour. The runner up team consisted of skip

Doug Gemmell, mate Noreen Bonnell and lead Carol Spencer. Bowlers from Fredericton, Moncton and Riverview joined those from Saint John in the annual competition at Seaside Park. Visit us at: seasidelawnbowlingclub. com. Come and try bowls, you need only flat-soled shoes. We are accepting new members for the remainder of this season and for 2015. 3082

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ASK THE CHEF by Colin Sifton PRE-HEATING Colin Sifton here, from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering, with another answer to your question: When should pans be preheated before cooking and how can I tell if they’re hot enough? It really depends on what you are cooking but for the most part, all pans should be preheated as well as ovens. Putting cold food into a cold pan and letting them heat up together tends to make your product sweat and will not give you the desired outcome. When frying meat, chicken or fish you will need a very hot pan. By cooking in a preheated pan with a small amount of oil, you will seal your product, trapping in all the juices and flavours which gives you a proper product. If you add any of these to a cold pan, you will see moisture beginning to appear in your pan. This has come from your meat and it has now made it less moist as well as more tough: two things you

never want out of the main ingredient of your meal. There is a really easy way to tell if your pan is hot enough. We call it the smoke point. This is when the oil in the pan just begins to smoke. This is the point where the oil begins to break down and will not get any hotter. All oils have a different smoke point. Canola oil has a smoke point of 200 degrees C, where extra light olive oil is about 242 degrees C and is better for you. The oil right now that has the highest smoke point is avocado oil at 271 degrees C. You should never cook in butter, even though everyone does. The smoke point of butter is 177 degrees C but the bigger problem is that butter has milk solids as well as oil and these milk solids burn before your food is ready and some studies has shown that it may cause cancer. If you like cooking with butter, may I suggest microwaving the butter first to separate the oil from the milk solids and then use the oil to cook with.

Your oven should also be preheated for the same reasons as the pans. If you start with a cold product in a cold oven not only are you going to lose moisture and tenderness, but it will take longer for your oven to come to temperature. If you are following a timed recipe, this will no longer be accurate. I know a lot of people do not take the time to preheat as it takes time to coordinate the next step in your preparation, but try it and I promise you will see a difference in the end product, more compliments on your meal and a healthier meal for your family. 0040

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Sunday, September 7 Saint Columba Presbyterian Church will be hosting an evening of psalms with a Vespers Service at 6:30pm, followed by a selection of psalms from their new hymn books. 2014 Hampton 5-Miler, including “Kid’s Kilometre” and “Three for Me 3K”, organized by the Hampton River Runners. Pre-registration encouraged at: atlanticchip.ca or runningroom.com. For more info: hamptonriverrunners. ca; Jamie Gamble at 832-0366 or Elona Beckett 333-3915. Thursday, September 11 United Way 2014 Campaign Kick-off & Fundraiser from 12:00noon-1:30pm in the Delta Brunswick Ballroom. Tickets ($40, $25/non-profit). RSVP 658-1212 or sj.unitedway@nb.aibn.com. Saturday, September 13 16 Annual Rocmaura Dinner & Auction (starting at 5:00pm sharp) Maritime Kitchen Party at the SJ Trade & Convention Centre. Gala tickets ($125 with a $65 tax receipt) are now available online at: rocmauragala.eventbrite. ca or 643-7090 or email: foundation@ rocmaura.com. Salmon Supper at the Kingston Parish Hall starting at 5:00pm. $15/adults, $7/ youth under 12. Contact the Parish of Kingston to reserve your seat (limited) - 763-3183 or parishofkingston@gmail. com. th

Sunday, September 14 The Polyphon, 30 voice chorus, a cappella concert at St. Peter’s Church (50 Clarendon Street) at 7:00pm. This concert “Music - Mystic and Sublime” is in support of the Harbour Lights campaign. An original composition by David Mitchell will round out the program. Tickets $15/adult, $10/ student. KOC #6770 Breakfast from 9:0011:00am at the Assumption Centre (West SJ). $7/adult, $3/children. Proceeds will go to “Dreams Take Flight Atlantic”, a non-profit organization which takes under-priviliged children, aged 7-12, to Disney World for a day. 231st Anniversary of the Camel arrival

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Tuesday, September 16 Taoist Tai ChiTM beginner classes info session and 1st class (of 12 week series) from 10:00am-12:00noon at Assumption Centre, West SJ for adults of all ages, including teens. (Also Saturday, September 20 same time & place). For more info 658-9854 or saintjohn.nb@ taoist.org. (See Classifieds). September 18-September 20 KV Quilting Guild’s Quilt Show at the Island View Lions Club (9 Market Street, Quispamsis, Exit 141 off Highway 1); 12:00noon-8:00pm, 10:00am-8:00pm & 10:00am-4:00pm. Tickets $5 at the door. Chicken Salad Take-Out at St. GeorgesSt. Jude’s Church (100 Watson Street, SJ West) from 3:30-5:50pm. $10/adults, $6/ children. Local delivery available. For more info or to reserve tickets call the office 635-8620. Saturday, September 20 Touch a Truck, in support of First Steps Housing Project Inc, from 10:00am3:00pm at Long Wharf, rain or shine. Tickets $5. Advance tickets available at Harbour Station. KC Historical & Archival Society Bus Tour (St. Martins, Fundy Trail & Tynemouth Creek). Pick-ups in Sussex, Norton & Hampton. Lunch/snacks included, not supper. $45/person, call 832-60019 ro register. River Valley Reunion (Branch 69 Legion, Wilson St. West SJ) 2:0010:00pm. Open to friends from the 60’s that attended GB High from 1960-67, those 60 to 72 years, or you lived from Browns Flat to Morna. Bring spouse & pictures. Bring dish for potluck 4:006:00pm. Dance 7:00-10:00pm. $5/ person . Info: Wanda 757-2510 or Pat 214-0774. Community Fun Fair at St. Mark’s United Church (Dexter Drive, West SJ) from 12:00noon-3:30pm. All welcome for a fun filled afternoon with adult Tea Room and BBQ on-going. Rain or

shine. British Home Children & Descendants Reunion from 9:00am-5:00pm at St. John’s Church Hall (75 Main Street, Fredericton), sponsored by Middlemore Atlantic Society. Bring your picnic lunch. For more info: Marion Crawford 485-1815, marionbhcd@gmail.com or: middlemoreatlanticsociety.com.

Saturday, September 21 Bayshore Hike for Hospice at Rockwood Park, starting at 10:00am with registration and activities and 3 or 5km walk through the Park. BBQ, prizes and t-shirts. Pledge sheets available at:hospicesj.ca, Bobby’s Hospice, the Hospice Shoppe or call 632-5593. Proceeds to Bobby’s Hospice. Thursday, September 25 Saint John Art Club meeting at the NB Museum Market Square. 6:30pm, Meet & Greet/brief business meeting in the lunchroom; 7:30 gathering in the theatre to hear guest speaker, Harold Wright. Saturday, September 27 Yard Sale & Family Fun Day at Hillcrest Baptist Church gym (476 Lancaster Ave) in support of Fresh Start Services for Women. Activities for all. To make Yard Sale donations call Lorraine Lord at 6729137 to make drop-off arrangements. Thank you and hope to see you there. Ham it up Dinner at the Assumption Centre West starting at 6:30pm. 4-course dinner with guests Men and Music. Only 160 tickets available, call 672-0083. Proceeds to programs at Assumption Centre. Friday, October 3 The Show Must Go On Awards at Imperial Theatre. Award to be presented to Dr. Thomas J. Condon. Tickets (only 100 available) can be purchased at Imperial Theatre, calling 674-4100. Tickets are $150 each with a charitable donation receipt for $75 provided. Saturday, October 4 Gentle Path Couseling Services’ Annual Fundraising Auction 7:00pm at the Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club (49 Dufferin Avenue). $5, pre-register or pay at the door. For more info 652-7284 Ext 0.

LISTEN IN by Jeff Liberty THE TAPER The art and hobby known as taping has been around for decades with early recordings by folk and blues music archivist. It was popularized in the late 60's as fans of the Grateful Dead. I have always been interested in taping (and Live Recordings) and a musical friend of mine Colin Waldschutz has been doing it for awhile. Jeff - How did you first get into taping? Colin - I am a long time listener of live recordings, mainly from open taping bands like the Grateful Dead and Phish. I started recording shows locally that no one else was taping. I wanted to have a souvenir or record of the local live shows from both local and touring bands. Jeff - What artists actually verbalize publically that they don't mind if folks tape their shows? Colin - There are many artists who allow taping, and encourage it. Some larger acts like Phish set aside special tickets and a

reserved portion of the venue (usually behind the soundboard) for tapers to set up and record their shows. Many other acts such as moe., Blues Traveler, Galactic (all coming to Harvest this year) allow and encourage taping. The realization is that allowing decent gear to record their shows produces better results than the multitude of incomplete handheld iphone and camera recordings floating around. The idea that live recording is “bootlegging” is old fashioned. Many venues stick with their generic “no recording devices” approach which is too bad, because they are only preventing people who could make a really good recording. Jeff - Very good point! What is a somewhat ideal environment to tape in? Colin - I record with mics and a mic stand. Anywhere you can get the mics up and out of the crowd to avoid the chatter of the crowd is essential. 10 feet or more is usually good, and then somewhere relatively centred from behind the soundboard to about halfway to the stage. That will give you the most reliable results. The ultimate

ideal location is when you can set up in the sweet spot in the room/venue and the crowd is quiet and respectable. Jeff - What are your top three favorite live recordings that you have heard? Colin - Three favourites are tough, so I will go with Phish 12/31/1999 all night show from Big Cypress Florida (Neumann U89 source). 8 hours of amazing music. Another would be the Grateful Dead from 5/7/77, one of their best ever, and the third would be another 1977 show – Pink Floyd from Oakland Coliseum 5/7/77. That is just today’s choices, it will likely be different tomorrow! Jeff - Where can folks check out your recordings? Colin - https://www. facebook.com/ MaritimeTapers. There is also a wonderful community for sharing live music called the Live Music Archive. Happy Jeff Liberty Taping :) 0041 Columnist, @Jlibertyartists

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MILFORD PARK BALLFIELD REOPENING The Milford Park Committee is in the process of making improvements to our ballfield, and renaming it after the late Donnie Dwyer, a Milford resident and police officer, who was instrumental in introducing family protection and youth services to the SJ Police Force. He was heavily involved with the youth from our community, having coached a number of local ballplayers on this very field. Donnie was highly respected for his efforts. We are proposing that a softball game be played on the renovated field on Saturday, September 13 at 1:30pm (rain date: Sunday, September 14). The game would be a matchup between the members of the Police Union and the Firefighters Union. Other events for the day include: 12:00noon - Walk ‘n’ Talk with Dave Goss in Lou Murphy Park; 12:30-1:30pm - visit from SJ Sea Dogs Fleaburn; 1:00pm - official opening/ribbon cutting; 3:00pm BBQ ; 4:00pm – event closing. Note please bring your own lawn chair(s).

Renovations for the ballfield have been made possible by contributions from Emera New Brunswick, Canaport LNG, and the City of Saint John. A free BBQ will be provided by the Investors Group. A goodwill collection will be taken up, with the proceeds going to support PRO Kids. On the day of the event, the Milford Community Centre will be open from 12:00noon-4:00pm for anyone who

wants to view the premises. Members of the Board of Directors will be there to serve tea & coffee, and answer any questions you might have. If anyone is willing to volunteer to help us entertain the children with some games, please contact Committee Members Ken Palmer (672-4269) or Darlene Richard (6721222, darlenerichard@rogers.com.) 3079

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RBC branches from the Greater Saint John area raised more than $6,735 for the Saint John-Kennebecasis Valley Relay For Life this year, which took place on June 14 in Rothesay. Relay for Life is the Canadian Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser, bringing teams together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost, and fight

back against cancer. Colin Krulicki, Regional Vice-President of RBC in Western New Brunswick, left, and Ian Hardy, Mortgage Specialist with RBC at the Lansdowne Branch, presented Team RBC’s proceeds to Jill Russell from the Society. Mr. Hardy is also Chair of the Saint John/KV Relay for Life. 3084

MUSINGS by Debbie Hickey TO BE A KID AGAIN We recently spent a few days in PEI with our daughter and 8 year old granddaughter. It is SO much more convenient to get there with the bridge. No more sitting in line at the ferry terminal for hours and hours in the hot sun, trying to keep two antsy kids entertained in the days before mobile electronic toys. Now it could even be a day-trip. The kid had a blast! Of course the visit entailed multiple visits to the two Cavendish theme parks, lots of eating and swimming daily . . . how could she not? She loves the water, loves mussels and several straight days of Grumpy time just puts the icing on the cake. Soon enough she will no doubt consider herself too old for family vacations, so we enjoy it while we can. This year she even enticed her mother to go on the ferris wheel with

her, and someday she will realize what a sacrifice that was. The things we do for our kids! But they both LOVE the roller coaster and I can recognize that scream anywhere! We followed up vacation with (what else) school shopping. Again, the kid had a ball choosing her new “stuff ”. We have had to stash it at my house to keep it all together as she would have it out of the bookbag to admire several times every day if we did not. She can’t wait for school to start. I too was always eager to get back to school. Summer’s lazy days eventually lose their appeal and I would find myself more than ready to get back into learning mode . . . and to see the friends I had not seen since June of course. I find it sad when I hear of young children who dread going to school. Learning should be exciting, an

adventure, a chance to open new doors with new ideas and new perspectives. Instead, for many, it is only a drudge, or worse, a torture. How do we manage to so quickly extinguish the child’s natural enthusiasm for learning? Is it because as adults we ourselves have forgotten? “The important thing is not so much that every child should be taught, as that every child should be given the wish to learn.” ~John Lubbock. 0002

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