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RAVINGS WINTER FUN
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As I sit and try and compose this issue of “Ravings” the weather forecasts are predicting our first snowfall. So yesterday I got my smaller snow blower installed, just in case, but I am holding off switching my larger tractor to snow blower mode as I am hoping that I still might get use out of my logging winch. Since switching back and forth between large attachments can be such a big pain in the butt, I usually just make the change for the whole season. Rather, than moan and groan about the next few months, why not relax and enjoy the coming winter. To help you along, I have tracked down a few laughs. Q. Why are there only snow men and not snow women? A. Because only men are dumb enough to stand out in the snow without a coat. Q. What do you call a Snowman on roller blades?
A. A snowmobile! Q. What goes 'oh, oh, oh'? A. Santa walking backwards! Q. Why do reindeer scratch themselves? A.Because they're the only ones who know where they itch! It was so cold… we had to chop up the piano for firewood - but we only got two chords. We purchased an old home in New Brunswick from two elderly sisters. Winter was fast approaching and I was concerned about the house's lack of insulation. "If they could live here all those years, so can we!" my husband confidently declared. One November night the temperature plunged to below zero, and we woke up to find interior walls covered with frost. My husband called the sisters to ask how they had kept the house warm. After a rather brief conversation, he hung up. "For the past 30 years," he muttered, "they've gone to Florida for the winter." Stay warm!! 0001
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DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?
THOSE LESS FORTUNATE It was one of Justin Trudeau's most controversial campaign promises – to bring 25,000 Syrian refugees to Canada by the end of 2015. The newly minted Prime Minister has since scaled back this year's ambitious number to 10,000 (the remaining 15,000 will be resettled in early 2016), but the debate over whether it's a good or bad plan is far from over. Whether you agree or disagree with Trudeau's decision, it is happening and soon. A torrent of differing opinions have flooded online news feeds from the moment his promise was announced early in the election campaign. Many people are outraged that the federal government is spending more than $1 billion in tax dollars to resettle people from war torn Syria, when people in our own country are living in poverty and record low oil prices are negatively impacting an already fragile economy. The truth is that no amount of time or money will solve all of the world's problems. There will always be poverty, crime, sickness and terrorism. The crisis in Syria isn't a unique problem, unfortunately, but it's now more pronounced than ever with the popularization of the internet. At the touch of a button, we now have access to the world and all of its problems. Many people are fearful, and rightfully so, that terrorists disguised as refugees could enter our country and launch an attack here. Could it happen? Absolutely. However, I have faith that the government will take all the necessary precautions to ensure our safety. In the four-and-a-half years since the armed conflict began, more than 250,000 Syrians have died. Eleven million more have been forced to flee their homes, including four million who've fled Syria altogether, making it one of the largest refugee exoduses in recent history. We are fortunate to live in this country; one with a worldwide reputation for being friendly and welcoming. I'm reasonably sure that the worst possible day in Canada is far better than the best day in Syria. We live in a free country that is known for its humanitarian efforts and compassion for those less fortunate. Instead of dwelling on what could go
wrong, why not focus on doing what's right? And what's right is lending a helping hand to those less fortunate than us. These people are in need of help, and we have the ability to provide it. If the situation were reversed, I'd like to think they'd gladly do the same for us. “I don't want to live in the kind of world where we don't look out for each other. Not just the people that are close to us, but anybody who needs a helping hand. I can't change the way anybody else thinks, or what they choose to do, but I can do my bit” - Charles de Lint. 0032
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EMERGENCY MEASURES WINTER EVACUATION There was a knock on the front door. Mike, one of our local firefighters, said “Hi Brian. We have to evacuate the neighbourhood. Your reception centre is at the High School. You have one hour. Are you ok to go or do you need help?” I answered “No Mike. We have been getting ready since the Towns’ warning. See you there.” So one last look at my checklist and then we can leave. Power turned off at the main panel. When the power is restored, at least my house will not be a drain while the electrical system warms up. Water turned off and the lines drained. I did not have anti-freeze to place in the toilet bowls but found some cheap vodka. One litre in each will reduce the freezing risk. Barb, my wife, had a note ready for the front door. Names, cell phone number and where we were going, all enclosed in a ziplock bag. Best way we can inform any responders we have evacuated. Next the evacuation kits or “go bags”.
Change of clothes, medication for a week, extra set of glasses, some energy bars, emergency Mylar blankets, sleeping bags and enough water for three days completed the bags. We loaded the go bags into the car and off we set. Glad I put on snow tires, as the snow was again filling in the previously plowed streets. Pulling into the High School parking, I saw many of our neighbours vehicles had already arrived. Inside the Reception Centre, we were directed to the Registration Desk. The Red Cross volunteers were registering the evacuees. A friendly “Hello. Names, address and any medical challenges you wish to inform me about?” In a few moments, we had been registered and directed to where some of our neighbours had set up. As we approached, I heard “Hi Barb and Brian!” Our next-door neighbour Bob, had setup some cots for his family and ours. “I knew you were coming, did you have any extra power bars? Jack decided
that he wanted some for school last week and did not tell me to replace them, great having a son, eh? After passing out some power bars and grabbing a coffee from the Red Cross Volunteers canteen, Bob brought out his cribbage board. “How about a game? Give me a chance to finally beat you.” Two hours later the Mayor arrived. She used the gyms PA system and shared the following. “END EX, END EX! “Thank you all for participating in this Evacuation Exercise. Sorry about the weather. I am proud of how well we did!” On the way home, Barb said “The Be Prepared - Not Scared program worked.” I could only agree. 0039 Brian Shanks CD, BA, MEP, DTM
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WISH LIST
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GINGERBREAD Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your questions. With Christmas right around the corner, we were talking about gingerbread and gingerbread cookies. Gingerbread dates back almost 2000 years ago. It was a loaf bread made with honey and ginger and was brought to Europe by an Armenian Monk around 992 A.D. By the 15th century, the Germans started a control product which is what we know today. Gingerbread comes in many different forms. We know it as a sponge cake, a hard biscuit or a soft cookie. They all have different shapes and consistencies, but they all have two common ingredients. Ginger is the obvious one but honey or molasses is the other. Instead of using only sugar, Gingerbread is made with a liquid form of sugar. Honey or molasses also determines the colour. Light Gingerbread is made with honey and dark gingerbread is made with molasses. Personally, I prefer dark gingerbread. Around Christmas I always liked making gingerbread men/women. Being able to decorate them how you wanted was always fun. Here is an easy recipe if you want to try to make some at home: 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/3 cup packed dark-brown sugar 1/3 cup molasses 1 large egg Whisk together flour, spices. With an electric mixer, beat butter and brown sugar until smooth, add molasses and egg. Add dry ingredients; mix just until a dough forms. Wrap dough and chill for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350. Roll out dough to preferred thickness. Cut into shapes and place on cookie sheet. Bake until firm and edges just begin to darken, about 12-14 minutes. Allow to cool and decorate however you want. I found that some stores have kits to help with decorating or you can go to your local grocery store and gather whatever catches your eye. Making gingerbread cookies is a great exercise to do with your kids. Gets them away from the electronics, works their brains and you have a treat to share when they are all done. 0040
It’s not a Merry Christmas but a Happy Holiday And I realize now that it is here to stay The other thing that was a shock to me: We now will decorate the “holiday tree” All the traditions we’ve held so dear Are disappearing every year So the next spring holiday we will take Will they call it the “Bunny Break” ?
MerryChristmas!
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LEGIONS KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@hotmail.com Branch Hours: MondayWednesday 2:30-8:00pm; Thursday 2:30-12:00midnight; Friday 2:309:00pm; Saturday 2:00-9:00pm; Sundays 1:30-9:00pm (2:30pm, Shuffleboard, everyone welcome). Sunday Brunch - 10:30am-1:00pm weekly ($7/person, $4/children under 10); juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, cheese omelets (new), tea/coffee. Everyone welcome. The Legion “Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings, please contact the Branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - third Wednesday each month (December 16) 11:30am1:30pm. Menu offers choice of two soups (or salad), choice of three sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. $7/ person. All welcome. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm
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registration, games at 7:00pm every Thursday. 40 tickets (max) available per tournament. Tournament cost $20. Serving the Public: Catering available; facility rentals - two rooms available for functions, business and private meetings. Contact Branch for details. Veterans Need Help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience. Please contact our Service Officer, Emery Hyslop at 944-0660 or the Branch for further information. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/ week; come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for more information. Sponsored by RCL #58, proceeds go to supporting the community and those in need. Christmas Holiday hours: December 24 - closing at 6:00pm; December 25 & 26 - closed; December 27 - re-opens. For more information on Branch activities or the Legion in general
Joey McTague
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PENINSULA RCL #62 1356 Rte 845, Clifton Royal NB, E5S 2B9; rclpeninsulabr62@bellaliant.net, 763-2009 Thursday, December 10 10:00-11:00am, Seniors’ Zumba; 6:30-8:30pm, 140 Peninsula RCACC Cadets’ training. Sunday, December 13 - 7:30pm, Crib. Pub open Saturdays 6:00-9:00pm. Stop in and sign up for our snowball, listen to some local entertainment or pick up an application to join the legion, or pick up some information on what Legions do locally, provincially and nationally. There is something for everyone Peninsula Pearls Seniors’ Group meet the 2nd & 4th Monday for lunch, meeting, entertainment etc. For more information about activities or joining contact Claudia Small, President at 763-2587. 140 Peninsula Army Cadets meet at MCS school for regular training on Wednesdays, 6:30-9:00pm. Boys and girls aged 12-18 are welcome to attend. Contact Bob Beyea at 763-2277 for more
LEGIONS information. Anyone interested in booking the Legion for weddings, receptions, dinners or other events please contact Kelly Newstead at 763-3009. 0014
CHANUKAH - FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Saint John Jewish Historical Museum and Shaarei Zedek Synagogue cordially invites all Saint John and area residents to join us as we celebrate Chanukah, "The Festival of Lights". The menorah lighting ceremony to mark the eighth day of Chanukah will be outside the entrance to the Saint John Jewish Historical Museum/Shaarei Zedek Synagogue (91 Leinster Street) on Sunday, December 13 at 5:00pm. Following the candlelighting, join us inside for a programme which will include a presentation of the Chanukah
story and songs by the children of the Congregation. Light refreshments, including traditional Chanukah treats, will also be served. Please come and bring your friends. For more information call 633-1833. 3802
FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS 8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, follow us on Facebook Fair Vale Outing Association is a 95 year old Community Association established in Rothesay; available for all types of events such as family birthdays, anniversaries, company retirement parties, Christmas parties and other activities! For more information please telephone 647‐8332. Tuesdays - Starlite Promenaders square dancers - for more info contact Pat MacLean at 763-2634. Wednesdays - Crib - doors open at 6:30, games begin at 7:30pm For more info please contact Sam Gauvin at 8478261. Thursdays - BINGO - doors open at
6:00, games begin at 6:50pm Several building jackpots. For more info please call Chris London at 6 50-1880. Celebrate New Year's Eve with music by Steve Lyons and Carol Perry. Tickets, $25 pp are available at FOA, Kennebecasis Guardian Drugs and Hampton Guardian Drugs. We take great pleasure in extending our gratitude to the Starlite Promenaders, Cleo Maillet and the Gondola Point Boy Scouts for their support during our recent Seniors' Christmas Dinner. We could not have done it without you! 0035
161 AIR CADETS SQUADRON 161 Air Cadets is welcoming new members. The program is free of charge for youth ages 12 to 18. The squadron meets at the Barrack Green Armoury, 60 Broadview Avenue in Saint John on Wednesdays from 6:20-9:10pm. Cadets have many opportunities to participate in fun and rewarding activities while developing leadership skills in this federally sponsored program. For more info: 632-3215 or e-mail: 161air@cadets.gc.ca. G145
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ST. LUKE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Gondola Point 12 Quispamsis Rd., Quispamsis www.stlukesgondolapoint.ca
Christmas Services † Come and join us † All are welcome Sun. Dec. 20th 10:00 am Children’s Presentation & Communion Thurs. Dec. 24th 7:00 pm Christmas Eve Family Communion Fri. Dec. 25th 11:00 am Christmas Day Communion
Quispamsis UNITED CHURCH
372 Hampton Road
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The little a-frame church on Hampton Road
185 Pettingill Rd, Quispamsis, NB E2E 2V6 • 644-8163
Sunday, December 13 - 6:00pm A Christmas Carol Sing led by Dr. Paul Jones, piano
All are welcome! Come join us in singing favorite Christmas carols to God’s glory.
Tuesday, December 23 - 7:00pm Christmas Service of Lessons & Carols
Traditional Scripture passages will be read and Christmas carols sung, along with a Christmas meditation from Pastor Breedveld. David Mitchell, baritone, will provide musical offerings along with the children of the church and others. The service will conclude with “Silent Night” sung by candlelight.
Don’t miss this!
Minister: Rev. Audrey Lounder Music Director: Terri-Lynn McNichol Youth Worker: Whitney Walls
May all the blessings of the Christ Child be yours this Christmas Season! Please join us for one of our Christmas Services: December 13th 9:55 am - Sunday School Pageant December 20 th 9:30 am - Christmas Cantata December 22 nd 7:00 pm - Longest Night Service Christmas Eve 6:30 pm - A Family Christmas Eve 10:30 pm - Christmas Communion Service December 27th 9:55 am - Christmas Carol Service From all of the people of Quispamsis United Church, we hope that your Christmas Season is one of faith, hope, peace, and love!
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We believe that God’s message is as relevant today as it has been through history and should be communicated is ways that speak to our diverse community about issues that are meaningful now.
SAINT JOHN NATURALISTS’ CLUB
PIC OF THE MONTH WINNER
If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club’s upcoming activities? Regular club meetings: Monday, December 14 - Members’ Night presentations; Monday, January 11 Todd Watts, on "Impressions of Labrador” Habitats along the Lower Churchill River and Coastal Environments and Highlands near Forteau". Todd will focus on birds and also describe the habitats and the creatures that inhabit these places, including land and sea mammals. Museum at Market Square, 7:00pm. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. For more information on these activities and to confirm the details about registration, timing and location of the field trips or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook at “Nature Saint John”. 2567
Congratulations to Kelly Anne Loughery of Long Reach, who submitted this photo of “the last carrot” taken at Fullerton Farms, to our “Pic of the Month” contest for November. Kelly has won a Movie Pass (for two, including drinks & popcorn), compliments of Ossekeag Publishing.
Please note: Vouchers must be picked up within 30 days. The theme for December is “Christmas Lights & Sights”. No people or pets please, and digital copies only. Deadline for photos is the 25th of each month. Happy shooting!! 0037
PRAISE & WORSHIP Pastor:
Weekend Masses:
Father J. Stanislas Paulin
Saturday Sunday
Parish Office:
31 Gondola Point Rd. (lower level of church) Hours: Monday- Friday 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Phone 849-5116 Fax 849-5121 Email: olph@nbnet.nb.ca
5:00 p.m. 8:15 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 12:15 p.m.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church 31 Gondola Point Road Rothesay, NB
RESIDENTS OF ROTHESAY AND QUISPAMSIS
Our Lady of Perpetual Help welcomes you!
CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE
Christmas Eve, December 24 Mass at 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 10:00pm Christmas Day, December 25 Mass at 10:00am
New Year’s Eve, December 31 Mass at 5:00pm
New Year’s Day, January 1 Mass at 10:00am and 12:15pm December 8th - December 20th, 2015
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DOLLARS & SENSE TIS THE SEASON TO NAVIGATE HOLIDAY EXPENSES We have just made it through November, which in our world is financial literacy month. This is a month where various financial service providers send out their people to educate consumers on money management and caution them on overspending. Then all of a sudden it’s Christmas and the tug on the purse strings is stronger than ever, whether you completely celebrate it or not. On top of being Santa Claus in our own homes we are also entertaining family and friends, eating more, shopping more… it is almost like we are storing up the fun for our winter hibernation. So how can we be better prepared, we are already amid the festive season? First things first, try to stick with using cash. Using cash is a good visual for your spending, you will notice every twenty dollar bill you break and
you will see your wallet get slimmer. If cash is not an option, be wise with the credit you use. Create a budget and the plan to pay the expenses off in a reasonable timeframe. No matter which method you use to pay make sure you plan for the money you spend. Saving yourself from buying food that you may end up throwing out due to buying too much will save your regret and dollars. Remember, you cannot do it all. Yes it is great to go out to dinner, have New Year’s plans and see something at the theatre, but if you do too much you may spread yourself too thin financially or wind up putting expenses on a credit card that normally you would not. For a little help to get you through the holidays and beyond, budget wise, check out our resource “Get Financially fit for the holidays’ at: solveyourdebts.
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LIVE WELL STRESS & THE HOLIDAYS The holidays are a wonderful, magical time for many; but for some, however, the holiday season is approached with dread, sadness, loneliness or extreme stress because of too little time, money, increased work and family demands, disappointments, expectations. It doesn’t have to be like that; we can make better choices, take control of our time, money and activities, and we can better cope with all the things that weigh us down and prevent us from celebrating the miracle that is Christmas. Here are some ideas that can help: Learn to say “No” to prevent a buildup of frustration and/or resentment and to say “Yes” to only those things you want to do. Set a realistic budget and stick to it to avoid panic when the December shopping bills appear in January. Homemade gifts are always in style. Don’t give in to the “Gimmies” or the “I want…I want…!” It’s okay to tell a child that even Santa has limited funds or that a
particular toy or item is too expensive. Plan ahead and choose the parties, events and activities that you can reasonably fit into your schedule. If going to a certain relative’s house causes irritation or distress, decide if you really need to go or limit the amount of time you spend there. Be realistic - as families change and grow, traditions may change. Flexibility can buy you time… hire a sitter or ask a friend or relative to take the kids to the movies so you can wrap presents or clean. If it is a friend or a relative with small children, return the favor so it becomes a win-win situation for both of you. Try not to control everyone’s interactions in order to contain conflicts and clashes, especially with grown children, family members or other adults. Give up the romanticized picture of the perfect family. There is no such thing - and never was! If there is ongoing conflict in your family, don’t expect everyone to lay down their grievances or set them aside
during the holiday season so there can be wonderful Kodak moments! Likewise, it is not a good idea to plan or expect family transformations - this is not the time to confront a family member about their drinking or expect someone to become an open communicator, if that is not their usual style. Give yourself permission to be perfectly imperfect and give the same to others around you. The holiday does not have to be ruined because someone got angry or upset; your family is just doing what it has always done - acting like your family! Remember, this too shall pass and we can put up with anything for a day that might do us in if we had to do it for a lifetime. 0008
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LIBRARY NEWS Q. I find I’m always using the overdraft on my bank account. What should I do? A. Overdraft protection is designed to permit people a bit of leeway to ensure that they don’t end-up with bounced cheques and incurring NSF fees. There are two major concerns with overdrafts. The first is that banks typically charge up to 20% interest on overdraft amounts. In a nutshell, the banks make a lot of money when people keep using overdraft. The second is that it acts as an invitation to poor budgeting. Because people don’t have to be quite as careful in writing cheques or using debit for purchases, they are less likely to keep track of their bank accounts balances and their entire budget suffers as a result. If you find yourself having to use your overdraft protection, you must re-examine your household budget and ensure that you are tracking your expenses properly. If you budget properly, you will not need to rely as heavily on overdraft. If you need assistance with preparing a budget or tracking your expenses, we are pleased to offer a free consultation to discuss your options. Grant Thornton Limited (formerly known as Grant Thornton Poirier Limited) provides advice and solutions to individuals and businesses experiencing financial difficulty. Additional information can be obtained on our website or by contacting our office.
KV LIBRARY NEWS 849-5314, kvlibrary.org Thursday, December 10 & 17 - 7:008:00pm, Knit Wits - join our knitting group and get help with your latest project. All levels of experience welcome. Registration is not required; 2:00-4:00pm, Day Care Afternoon, open to all daycares in the Kennebecasis Valley. A day care activity box and a selection of books will be provided for registered groups, in our multipurpose room. Call to register. Friday, December 11 - 10:30am-3:30pm, Holiday Puppet Show and Christmas Open House - The Substitute Rudolph. For children of all ages and their family/ friends. Saturday, December 12 - 2:00-4:00pm, Children’s Movie Matinee, viewing Arthur Christmas. Registration not required. Monday, December 14 - 2:00-4:00pm, Scrabble Club. Meets weekly, no registration required; 10:00am-2:00pm, Quilter’s Nook. All levels of experience welcome. Registration not required. Tuesday, December 15 - 2:00-4:00pm, Tuesday Movie Matinee viewing Christmas with the Kranks. Registration not required. 0018
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workshops, audio visual presentations and competitions. Bring your enthusiasm and watch your photography skills grow. For more information call Karl Maskos 847-4411 or visit our website at: kvcameraclub.com. G014
HAWKS BROUGHT HOME FALL CHAMPIONSHIP The KV Atom AA Hawks played hard against teams from Nova Scotia and New Brunswick at the Maritime Fall Classic hockey tournament held in Saint John November 12-15 and took home the championship. Pictured are: Ryan Cox, Alex Symes, Jack Bennett, Morgan Mackinnon, Luc Savoie, Connor Neill, Owen Arnold, Will Leroy, Nick Salamone, Isaac Hierlihy, Riley Mitchell, Ben Hossack, Andre Landry, Noah Ryan, Nathan Adams, Nathan Watson and Cohen McCallum. Missing from photo: coaches Jamie Bennett, Derek McCallum, Adrian Adams. 3789
LIKE IRISH MUSIC? Comhaltas is a worldwide organization helping to promote and preserve Irish traditional music and culture. The only Maritime branch of Comhaltas meets weekly, on Tuesday evenings (note day correction), at O'Leary's on Princess Street in Saint John. We get the session rolling at 7:00pm with a slow session to learn new tunes. At 7:30 we move into an 'up to tempo' session until 8:30, where we open the circle for the individual showcase. The public is welcome to come and observe or join in. There are tunes, stories, poetry, jokes, and of course a step dance or two! G092
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Celebrate the Season Somewhere along the way, how we celebrate the season has gotten out of hand. Before our world became so commercialized, back in the day, the Christmas holidays were much simpler. There was a tree, the traditional holiday meal, and the children of the family got a few gifts. Sure, there was a little more to it than that, but whatever was done was simple, enjoyable and not about spending money. The emphasis was
on spending time with each other and creating lasting memories. At one time, adults rarely exchanged gifts. There were no holiday cruises to the Caribbean; baking was done, but there wasn’t the expectation that cookies had to be gifted to everyone from the teacher and mail carrier to the bank teller and every neighbour you know. The holidays were just simpler.
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LISTEN IN ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Considered one of the all time greatest singer’s of all time, in Rolling Stone magazine, as well as being inducted into the Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Fame with Bette Midler doing the honours, singer par excellence, Darlene Love has carved quite an extraordinary music career for herself. I had a layman’s sense of who she was, but it wasn’t until I saw the Oscar Award winning documentary “20 Feet from Stardom” that she plays a pivotal role in on film that I discovered her rollercoaster journey from being unknown to singing some of the most endearing songs in pop music history including being under “contract” with producer Phil Spector, who of course is responsible for the famous “Wall of Sound” productions of the 60’s and beyond. Infamous for other negative actions today unfortunately. I felt extremely honoured to see her perform live here in the port city at the Imperial Theatre. I have attended many shows at the Imperial Theatre over the 14 years that I have called Saint John home
and I have never seen such a spectacular performance there! Arguably of course... first off, Darlene Love who is now 74 years old looks and sounds beyond fantastic. She bounded on the stage, curly blonde locks swinging back and forth, high heels marching to the beat, to the solid groove of her 11 piece phenomenal band! She truly loves the aspect of performance and entertaining for an audience and that comes through in such a genuine way. All delivered with a passion and vocal styling that can only be heralded as a gift and early Christmas to all who witnessed her live that evening! She had a wonderful physical energy (reminiscent of Tina Turner) as she really worked the entire stage making direct eye contact with the audience engaging them into the show. Although we didn’t need much coaxing as we were all with her from the get go. Even her banter was great, complimenting her band giving them their due spotlight, telling the audience funny anecdotes from the past as well as new stories about the production
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of her latest release “Introducing Darlene Love” produced by the legendary Steve Van Zandt. The new album has an impressive list of songwriters on it including Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Webb and Joan Jett to name but a few. These songs live came across remarkably well alongside the classic material she performed as well as the Christmas songs! “Introducing Darlene Love” is an album I highly suggest you buy for the music fan (or yourself) in your family or circle of friends with good musical taste! Now nothing more will get you into the festive mood more than these songs! Turn it up! 0041
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Tuesday, December 8 James Mullinger’s Christmas Variety Show Extravaganza (in support of KV Outreach), 7:30pm in KVHS Theatre with Tomato/Tomato, Jessica Rhaye, James Mullinger and many more. Tickets ($25) at Quispamsis Town Hall, KV Police Station or online: ticketpro.ca (Search for KV Outreach). Thursday, December 10 SJ & Area School String Program second parent/student meeting, 7:00pm at Havelock Elementary School (500 Young Street SJ West). Bring your child, to be measured for violin size. Storm date: December 11. More info: alison.leonard@nbed.nb.ca. December 11 & 12 Festival of Trees, Saint David's United Church, Friday 4:00-9:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm, 7 Gondola Point Road. Spectacular tree display, silent auction, bake/jewelry sale, decorate a gingerbread man, make crafts, prizes for top voted trees and door prizes! Admission: $5/adult, $2/child, $12/ family. Saturday, December 12 Nativity Viewing Night from 6:008:00pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 177 Villa Drive in Hampton. Over 100 Nativity displays. Annual Christmas Tea, sponsored by the Anglican Parish of Kingston,
11:30am-1:30pm at the Kingston Parish Hall. $8/person, all welcome. More info: Parish office 763-3183 or email: parishofkingston@gmail.com.
Sunday, December 13 Memory Cafe at St Paul’s Church Hall (4 Church Ave, Rothesay) 2:00-4:00pm with speaker, social time, refreshments and musical entertainment. For more info: Emily 634-8722 or email: saintjohn@alzheimernb.ca Monday, December 14 "That's Christmas to Me" with the Treble Clef Singers at Silver Falls United Church, 7:00pm. Tickets $12, available at the door or by calling the church 696-1410 or Wendy at 6964199. CFUW December meeting, 7:00pm at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 on Wilson St. West. The program will consist of speaker, Kate ElmanWilcott and some students from the Interaction Theatre Company. Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station, 8:30-9:30pm for ages 18 and up (hockey, figure or speed skates). Enter by West entrance. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/skate night. For more info: harbourskatingclub.ca; “Harbour Skating Club” on facebook; or call 672-2385/672-9424. Tuesday, December 15 Chili/Chowder Supper & Bake Sale at Villa Madonna Retreat House.
$10/person, sittings at 12:00noon & 1:00pm; 4:00, 5:00 & 6:00pm. To register Villa 849-5125. Also Arts & Craft Sale 9:00am-7:00pm. Table rentals are $20/table or $30/two by calling.
Saturday, December 19 Ecumenical Festival of Lessons & Carols, at Trinity Church, Saint John 7:30pm, with readings by community leaders, Christmas music with a combined choir and the 3rd Field Reg. Brass. Free will offering for a local charity. December 19 & 20 Villa Madonna Christmas Brunch sittings at 9:00/10:00/11:00am & 12:00noon (Saturday) and Sunday sittings 9:30/11:00am & 1:00pm. $12/adult, $6/ages 10 & under, $30/ family (2 adults, 2 children 10 & under). Reservations - Villa 849-5125. Info/menu: villamadonna.ca under programs. Tuesday, December 22 Handel’s Messiah, 7:00pm at Trinity Church, Saint John with 75-voice Symphony Chorus & Chamber Orchestra, with professional NB soloists - Sally Dibblee, Heather Flemming, Owen McCausland and Paul Bustin. Advanced ticket sale, phone 693-8558.
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JUDO STUDENTS INVITED TO TOURNAMENT Anna Gormley won a bronze medal on October 31 at the Quebec Open in Montreal, which is an international Judo Tournament. It is one of the biggest tournaments in Canada. Anna has also been chosen to participate at the Elite Invitational
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BETA SIGMA PHI DONATION Recently, Kathy Woodhouse RN BN Nurse Case Manager of the Breast Health program at St. Joseph’s Hospital was presented with a cheque for $2,000 from Denise Ryder, President of Kings County Co-Ordinating Council Beta Sigma Phi. The money was raised at the Annual Mystery Auction which was held in Hampton. 3803
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• Canned Cat & Kitten Food - President’s Choice Nutritional First, Our Compliments, Fancy Feast, Natural Balance, PC Extra Meaty, Oven-Baked, Performatrin, Nutrience, Royal Canin, Tiki Cat, Wellness, Proplan, Nutro • Warm Mist Vaporizers (Vicks, Life Brand) • Bags of Wood Stove Pellets (used for litter here) • Dry Cat & Kitten Food: Bags of President’s Choice Nutrition First • Bags of Wood Pellets (used for cat litter) • Yesterday’s News Cat Litter • Beef Marrow Bones (no rawhide bones please) and Rib Bones found at the Bulk Barn and Pet Stores • Fleece-Lined Dog Coats for medium and large dogs • Good Quality Dog Treats (no coloured dyes please) • Cat Toys and Beds • Buckle Collars for Medium to Large Dogs • Cat Toys and Beds • Cardboard Scratching Boards for Cats • Developmental and Recovery Canned Cat Food (found at vet clinics) Gift Cards: Pet Valu, Pet Corral, Global Pet Foods, Superstore, Sobeys , Walmart and Canadian Tire Money
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LOCAL STUDENTS CHOSEN FOR BALLET Simon Jackson and Sophia Georgoudis are used to early hours on the ice practicing hockey, while Katherine Vie spends long hours training at the pool. However, some may be surprised to learn that every week they also find time to do a very different activity, going from the ice rink and swimming pool, to the dance studio, hanging up their hockey skates and swimsuits and slipping on their ballet shoes. All three teens are among 40 other students chosen to join the Gala Ballet Productions and dance in the annual production of The Nutcracker at the Imperial Theatre on December 11 & 12. In this year’s production, they have been chosen to dance the coveted roles of Clara and the Nutcracker prince, roles they have dreamed about dancing since they first started. Georgoudis will be sharing the role with Vie as they each dance in one of the two performances. Jackson will be dancing in both shows as the beloved Nutcracker toy cometolife. When asked about their choice of very different activities and how they balance their schedules, the 13year olds expressed
that their activities have become part of their daily lives. In fact, Georgoudis, who has always been coached by her dad, said she has always told him that she loves both: “never make me choose one over the other”. Vie, who often comes straight from the pool to the Rothesay Ballet School studios, says “ballet allows me to free my mind and teaches me to move with grace”. Both girls are delighted with this dream role, stating that the ballet company feels like home to them, and they enjoy the family f eel they get when they work on the production together with the other dancers and teachers. Jackson, who only recently made the tough decision to hang up his hockey skates in order to focus his efforts on ballet, needs no more justification for this decision. He has been chosen to attend Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s summer school program. After auditioning for the RWB in early November, he and his parents received a phone call notifying him of his acceptance as well as the news that he is also the recipient of the only scholarship in the province, the 2016 Investors Group Summer Scholarship. He will be missing important training in another of his chosen sports, Lacrosse, but the young teen says this is a chance of a
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lifetime. “I feel free when I dance and I love to perform. The theatre is my happy place”. The Nutcracker will be showing at the Imperial Theatre on December 11 at 7:00pm and December 12 at 2:00pm. Guest soloists Alanna McAdie and Yosuke Mino from Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet will be dancing the roles of the Sugarplum Fairy and the Cavalier prince. LouisPhilippe Dionne from the Atlantic Ballet Theatre Company will be joining us again as Herr Drosselmeyer. Tickets available at the Imperial Theatre Box Office at (506) 6744100 or online at: imperialtheatre.nb.ca. 3796
KV WORK ROOM Looking for a job? Need help? The KV Work Room is hosting free workshops to help you with your job search. Tuesday, December 8 is Resume Writing; Thursday, December 10 is Interview Skills and Friday, December 11 is Job Search. All workshops start at 9:30am and will be held at the KV Work Room located inside KVHS at 398 Hampton Road. To register or for more information, call 848-6693. 3806
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SJ COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE The Saint John Community Christmas Exchange is a volunteer agency operating in the Saint John area, matching up those families in need, with groups or individuals willing to provide assistance. Would you consider providing a Christmas Dinner to one of the 2800 families who register for help each year? Individuals or groups wishing to assist a family or make a donation for a Christmas
dinner may do so by contacting the Christmas Exchange office at 634‐7868 or by email at sjchristmasexchange@ nb.aibn.com. The Christmas Exchange Office will be open until December 18, Monday to Friday from 9:00am until 3:00pm. Those needing assistance are asked to register at a church in their neighbourhood. 3747
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MENTAL HEALTH WINTER PROGRAMS We are all responsible for taking care our our physical and mental health. Your mental health matters and effective treatments for mental illness are available through the Canadian Mental Health Association of New Brunswick in Saint John. Register now and make your mental health a priority. These are adult programs that help with mental health issues by achieving confidence and skills and are based on the principles of respect, equality, acceptance and self-determination. Depression: Help Can Make a Difference - a 6-week education program for individuals who have been diagnosed with depression. The program is held every Tuesday evening from January 26-March 1. Building Assertiveness Skills - a 6-week program designed to teach women how to stand up for their personal rights while still respecting the thoughts, feelings and beliefs of others. The program is held every Thursday evening from January 28 to March 3. These programs are sponsored by MindCare New Brunswick and are free to you, but donations to CMHA of NB Saint John Office are always welcomed! For more information, to pre-register or donate, please call 633-1705 today. 3808
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MUSINGS MUM, I’M BORED! Interestingly I have heard two articles/ interviews on CBC in the past week which linked “boredom” with creativity. The first was with a British psychologist who found that students’ creativity increased after performing a boring task for several minutes. Dr Mann concluded: “It is good to be bored sometimes! I think up so many ideas when I am commuting to and from work - this would be dead time, but thanks to the boredom it induces, I come up with all sorts of projects. . . unlike so many parents today, I am quite happy when my kids whine that they are bored,” she said: “Finding ways to amuse themselves is an important skill.” The second instance was an interview with Ethan Hawke, author of Rules for a Knight. He expressed concern
with the difficulty of being alone with oneself in an era of constant connection. That the 24/7 use of phones and tablets and such leaves no opportunity for that “boredom”, that opportunity to be alone with your thoughts and thus give creativity a chance to spark. Everywhere you look are people with their heads down, interacting with their devices, whether playing games or checking email or texting. It is rare to see the commuter on the bus or the person in a waiting room who is simply alone with their thoughts. Daydreaming is becoming a lost art, which is a shame. Our grand granddaughter recently went through a period without screentime. As a result, she rediscovered her favourite books. She wrote stories, created plays,
reconnected with her dolls and played games. By not having the easy out of screentime, she was pushed to find other things more interesting to do than sit and stare at a wall. And you know what? She commented that she found it fun. “You get ideas from daydreaming. You get ideas from being bored. You get ideas all the time. The only difference between writers and other people is we notice when we're doing it.” ~ Neil Gaiman. 0002
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NOTICES LOOKING FOR A job? Need help? The KV Work Room is hosting free workshops to help you with your job search. Tuesday, December 8 is Resume Writing, Thursday, December 10 is Interview Skills, and Friday, December 11 is Job Search. All workshops start at 9:30 and will be held at the KV Work Room located inside KVHS at 398 Hampton Rd. To register or for more information, call 848-6693. IRISH DANCE REGISTRATION, Friday, January 8, 6:30pm at St. David’s Church. 12-week intro course $120. Please call & ask for Adam 654-2217.
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SERVICES OFFERED WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 7632933 or 333-9067. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY & REFINISHING - Craftsmanship. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship.
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