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When asked what the holidays mean to me, the first thought that comes to mind is spending time with friends and family. Christmas Eve has been my favourite part of the Season from the time I was old enough to look past the glitz and glimmer of gaily wrapped packages to the meaning behind the holiday. Growing up, the night before Christmas found the family gathered round the first fire of the year. Mom would light the oil lamps she inherited from her grandmother and the living room would become a haven of comfort, warmed by the fire, bathed
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Squatters On my way home From school each day I walked down a logging road It was on my way They lived in an old Logging camp for a home Very friendly, they lived There all alone. Squatters they were called, That was their name I thought it was harsh, What a shame. Going down the road again, No one was there They had gone And I didn’t know where. Surviving poverty, They had their ways Remember, there was No safety net in those days.
in the rosy glow of lanterns and the soft twinkly lights of the Christmas tree. We would kick off the festivities by ordering pizza with (my personal favourite) After Eight mints for dessert. Inevitably Dad or, later, Allan, would joke that we shouldn’t open the mints as it wasn’t “after eight” yet, to which my sister or I would reply “It’s after 8:00am”. We would sit around the table, fashioning Origami from the After Eight wrappers and enjoying each other’s company before heading to the living room to partake in the time-honoured tradition of trying to find “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” on TV; after all, it just wasn’t Christmas without Chevy Chase’s over-the-top, but oh-so-relatable, and hilarious antics. We eventually bought the movie because we were tired of all the commercials. Besides, some of the best scenes were cut to make room for said commercials. My siblings and I will still randomly quote the movie at any given time and are guaranteed an appropriate quote in response. We would indulge in a smorgasbord of Christmas cookies, Red Delicious Apples, meat, cheese and cracker trays, candy canes, and Chicken Bones - all washed down with the hot chocolate or pop. I still think of Christmas when I taste Ginger Ale, it’s really the only time we ever had it in the house. As we grew older, the activities and treats remained the same, but the family grew as we welcomed friends, girlfriends, boyfriends and later spouses and grandchildren to our home. Kevin and I have continued the tradition of sharing the night with our favourite people, whether joining the Crealocks for the Christmas Eve service or spending the evening with my Mom and Jim. Now, as our family has been blessed with the addition of our daughter, I hope to be able to create the same memories of warmth, family and contentment for our miracle baby. 0001
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KV MEMORY CAFE We extend a warm welcome to everyone who has ever been curious about the wonderful social and uplifting effect that Cafes have on those who are affected by the many forms of dementia. The environment is comfortable, safe and inclusive. Each cafe features an educational speaker and musical entertainment. Come and bring folks out of their daily isolation and let them enjoy an afternoon in the company of those
that understand what they are going through. This month Cindy Grant will demonstrate Yoga for All and KidSing will get us into the musical joy of the Christmas Season. Sunday, December 10 from 2:00-4:00pm at St Paul's Anglican Church Hall, 4 Church Ave, Rothesay. For more information please contact Mark Harris at 634-8722 or email mharris@alzheimernb.ca. 4794
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Tuesday, December 5 Carleton Choristers present “Christmas Around the World” 7:30pm. Grace Presbyterian church, 101 Coburg Street, SJ. $12/person at the door or from chorister members. Wednesday, December 6 James Mullinger’s Christmas Variety Show 7:30pm at KV High School, 398 Hampton Road, Quispamsis. For tickets: Quispamsis Town Hall; KV Police station; ticketpro.ca (search for KV Outreach) or jamesmullinger.com.
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Sunday, December 10 Surviving the Holidays, video presentation by GriefShare, for those who have lost a loved one in death. Kings Way Assembly, 7 Kings Way Dr, Quispamsis from 6:00-7:00pm. Info: 847-0602 or 3430993.
Thursday, December 7 Monthly meeting of the Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary in the boardroom at 2:00pm. All Welcome.
Monday, December 11 SJ Naturalists Club Members’ Nature Presentations 7:00pm at New Brunswick Museum, Market Square. Christmas draws and treats. Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West Entrance) 8:00-9:00pm. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/per skater, ages 18+. Info Margaret, 672-9424 or Alison 672-2385. harbourskatingclub.ca.
Saturday, December 9 Saint John Chorale Christmas Gala 7:00pm St. Mark’s United Church, Dexter Drive West. $20/person. SJHS Concert Choir, Lakewood Heights & K Park Choirs, Michael Molloy, 3rd Field
Tuesday, December 12 Christmas Concert - Songs of the Season 7:00pm St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 369 Main Street, Saint John. $15/person at the door or Chorus members: Saint John Men’s Chorus. Special Guests.
Monday, December 18 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West Entrance) 8:00-9:00pm. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/per skater, ages 18+. Info Margaret, 672-9424 or Alison 672-2385. harbourskatingclub.ca. Sunday, December 24 Christmas Candlelight Service Nauwigewauk Christian Church 7:00pm. Everyone welcome.
KV CAMERA CLUB All are welcome to the Kennebecasis Valley Camera Club - we meet the third Tuesday of the month, 7:00pm at the Hammond River Anglers Association, 10 Porter Road in Nauwigewauk. Meeting agenda includes guest speakers, 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
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CREATING YOUR KITCHEN 50 SHADES OF CABINETS Painted Cabinets are taking over Pinterest these days and also in the showroom. Ninety percent of people who come in for a new kitchen steer away from the wood grain and say “hello” to bright, happy, colourful kitchens. It is like anything else in life. If you wore a black coat for 20 years you may try an off white parka next. Everyone wants a change and boy oh boy, paint can do that. Before we get into the world of colors let’s talk about the process. In a new kitchen our paint finish is applied in a dust free environment with high tech sprayers and then the cabinets are baked in ovens. The best way to keep the door looking brand new is choosing a quantity manufacturer with a controlled process and also by choosing the right base of the door. When it comes to paint, it is best to paint on a high quality MDF door. Why? MDF does not change in any humidity levels but wood can slightly expand or crack based on
humidity. On a stained door you would never notice this but on a painted finish it magnifies the lines. Keep this in mind if you chose to paint your existing cabinets. When you paint existing cabinets I say to people you are buying about five years best case scenario until you paint them again and even though you paint the doors, the function of the kitchen won’t change. Consider pricing a new kitchen, then you have the best of both worlds. Now colour. We can literally paint cabinets any color from any fan deck so there are no limits. Classic and clean - timeless and fresh for years to come. Then just add accents of colors in accessories, hardware or backsplash. Top Picks; white, off whites, light grey tones. Trendy and HGTV approved - Medium levels of color that are still warm and inviting. Top Picks; blues, greys, greens, taupes. Bold and one of a kind - Darker tones
that create a full kitchen wow factor. Top picks; navy blue, indigo, teal, black, emerald green. It is all about creating the right balance and that’s where a designer comes in. The cabinets are a large portion of your kitchen and you want to create the right mix of one or two or three colors all while incorporating the look of the tile floor, appliances and the door hardware. Don’t be afraid of color. If you love it today, then you will love it just as much in 10 years. Life is too short to not have your kitchen reflect you. 0048
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RUNNB HALL OF FAME RunNB, the provincial organization that promotes running in New Brunswick, presented the awards at Saturday's RunNB Hall of Fame and Awards banquet in Fredericton. The RunNB 2017 award winners are: Female Runner of the Year, Shelley Doucet (Quispamsis); Male Runner of the Year, Jean-Marc Doiron (Moncton); Up and Coming Male Runner of the Year, Zachary Boulanger (Saint John); Up and Coming Female Runner of the Year, Erin Vringer (Saint John); Walker of the Year, Kim Spinney (Saint John); Inspirational Person of the Year, Daniel Landry (Petit-Rocher); Personal Achievement Award, Nathalie Theriault (Beresford); Event of the Year, Run for Renee (Quispamsis); RunNB Outstanding Contributor, Alex Coffin (Saint John). “New Brunswick athletes rank among the most accomplished runners in Canada” said RunNB Chairperson Robert Jackson of Fredericton. “Just as importantly, we are proud of the supportive community of runners and volunteers who continue to make our sport thrive in New Brunswick.” 4792
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LEGIONS KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@bellaliant.net Branch Hours: Monday-Wednesday 2:308:00pm; Thursday 2:30-12:00midnight; Friday 2:30-9:00pm; Saturday 2:009:00pm; Sundays 1:30-9:00pm. Shuffleboard - Sundays at 2:30pm, everyone welcome. Sunday Brunch is served every Sunday from 10:30am-1:00pm. Menu includes juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, tea/coffee. New item cheese omelets. Cost is $8/person, Children under 10 years $4. Everyone welcome. Volunteers For Sunday Brunch - the Legion “Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings for brunch. In particular a cook on a three-week rotational basis would be appreciated. We also invite anyone else who would like to help with other tasks involved. Please contact the branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - This is a special Soup & sandwich lunch and will be held on Wednesday, December 13 between 11:30am & 1:00pm. Lunch includes choice of Seafood a la king, Chicken a la king or egg salad sandwich served with tomato
basil soup, whipped potatoes and glazed carrots. A dessert table will be available with coffee & tea. There are only 60 tickets that will be pre sold (until December 11) and can be purchased at the branch. Cost is $8/person. All welcome. Veterans Banners - Kennebecasis Branch #58 is inviting individuals interested in purchasing a Veteran’s Banner for their loved one. There are 23 locations in Quispamsis and 7 locations available in Rothesay at the present time. Please contact Heather McClintock (847-4186) for further details. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm 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?: All Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience. Information available could be of benefit to you. Our Service Officer is Granville Jennings. Please contact the Branch for further information. 0014
ROCMAURA GALA 150 This years Rocmaura Fundraising Gala raised $53,000. It was a wonderful evening with the live and silent auctions and a wonderful painting done live by Lana Langille-Doucette. The Selfie with a Mountie was a huge success and Donnie and the Monarchs
keep the crowd dancing the night away. Thank you to all who attended or donated. 4787 Cover Photo: Thea Breen, Cst. Francois Bedard, Sgt. Tony Vienneau, Cindy Day (CTV Meteorologist), Paula Breen, Patrick Phinney and Jillian Breen
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DILEMMAS OF CHRISTMAS, WHERE IS THE MEANING? This is it! Once again we have reached that time of year where the trees make their way indoors and the lights find the eaves of your house. Kitchens fill with the smell of baked goods from apple pies to scotch cookies; children start a wish list and seasonal tunes hit the radio. The Christmas season has begun! As per usual with every season, both big-box and trending shops mark down prices and slap the big old sale sign on the window, ready to rope-in consumers and capitalize on the gift-giving season.
Of course there is the majority of us who wait until the last minute to grab a gift for that distant cousin-in-law who grunts when you speak to him and laughs when you don’t; but for the bigger-than-wethink percentage of Christmas-keeners out there, this is just the start they need! Of course there is the small problem of knowing what to get your family members for Christmas, it is the ultimate first world dilemma; after all, gift cards only go so far and you can’t exactly resort to socks for the five year old in your life. You can try to keep up with what is hip
and cool in the toy boxes of today but to be honest, you’d be far better off tackling the problem of world peace. The simple answer to the gift-giving problem is to call or text the child in question and ask what they want; scary concept? Definitely. It’s not like we all have hundreds of dollars laying around for the latest and greatest technological feats of the world, not to mention the magnitude of video game requests. Then comes the rest of the family tree and this is no small task. The biggest problem,
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when it comes to the mature portion of the family, is the problem with double gifts. Just take a moment and picture this: you wake up, make your way to the tree where all the presents lay in wait. You pick up your gifts and begin to unwrap them only to find that they are all red and green Christmas towels from the 99-cent store…great. You can see the predicament, can’t you? Now the solution to this is obvious isn’t it? Coordinate for gifts with the other members of the family! For those you out there who have tried this method and done so successfully, my deepest congratulations and please do pass on how you managed this! But if, like the abundance of families who have tried and failed, this is not to be recommended. The endless stream of phone calls saying where is this and did you pick up that? Why on earth would you want to put yourself in that position? So if you cannot gift electronics, don’t keep up with the trends of children toys, should not coordinate gifts and, due to the unique way that the world has been shaped, gift cards are out of the question; what can you do? The answer is so simple and yet extremely forgotten, almost as obscure as that video of your high school principle falling in the parking lot; embrace Christmas for what it is, a time to spend with your family. When you envision the perfect Christmas, what do you see? I see my whole family, all 30 of us, crowded in my grandparents’ living room. The fireplace on high and the heat nearly unbearable, especially with the amount of bodies in the room. Grandma and Grandpa surrounded by us kids, telling stories and asking about our hobbies. Then one of our family friends enters the house, bringing with her all the sweets that you could imagine; peanut
After all isn’t that what this season is all about? Students get two weeks off school and most adults receive about a week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s. This is not provided to wander around a store picking out junk from shelves that nobody really needs nor wants,
but for sitting around a table in a warm kitchen with mugs full of eggnog and laughter reverberating off the walls. Regardless if you celebrate the season for religious reasons, or just appreciate the day off, the concept of family remains at the core of this holiday. Tyler Magee Grade 12 student at KV High School
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LIFE BALANCE LET’S HYGGE We were silent, tired, and happy, and it was pure hygge. - Meik Wiking. With winter fast approaching, some may be gearing up for the holiday season, while others may be starting to feel the effects of the short, cold days and the long, dark nights. Winter blues, also known as the seasonal affective disorder (SAD), affects the mood of people who generally have a stable mental health for most of the year, yet exhibit depressive symptoms at the same time each year, most commonly in the winter. Some might feel the effects of the winter blues more than others. Whether or not you suffer from the winter blues, one thing is sure, everyone could use a little pick-meup to help them get through the long winter months. The Danes use a concept known as hygge (pronounced hoo-guh) to help them get through their long, harsh winters. Hygge, loosely translated, means coziness. To be more precise, hygge implies a
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psychological state of coziness. The true, subtle meaning of this concept can get lost in translation, however. In North America, the concept of hygge has been used as a selling point in hopes of selling anything that’s fuzzy, furry or warm. Hygge, however, is not something that one can necessarily buy. It is rather an experience that is created within yourself. This experience requires a feeling of peace, where preoccupations, stresses, and other unpleasant sensations are momentarily absent. This doesn’t mean that you can’t buy things to help you attain the feeling of hygge. For example, if buying your favourite hot beverage and sitting in front of your fireplace gives you that cozy and peaceful experience, than hygge has been attained. The hot beverage alone will not necessarily get you there, however. Hygge is most commonly attained while surrounded by those that we
hold near and dear to our hearts. Instead of trying to fabricate a cozy experience with material goods, particularly during the holiday season, be mindful of your surroundings and of those around you. Put your phone down and be present. Take in the sights, sounds and smells. Your 0040 mental health will thank you.
Cynthia Veniot, M.Ed. Licensed Counselling Therapist
LIVE WELL AS CHRISTMAS APPROACHES Greeting cards and advertising would have us believe that Christmas is a time of joy and giving, warm and loving family gatherings, beautifully prepared and stressfree meals and the perfectly decorated home and Christmas tree. While this may be true for some who have the physical, emotional and financial resources to create these Hallmark moments, such is not the reality for many individuals and families living in our community. For them, Christmas is a time of aggravation, sadness, loneliness, depression and desperation. Mental illness and financial instability are two realities many New Brunswickers face. As many of you know, New Brunswick’s child poverty rate is one of the worst and most striking in the Nation, with one out of every five children living in poverty. Moreover, in the 2017 report card on The Face of Child Poverty in New Brunswick, prepared by the Human Development Council, almost 50% of children in single parent families in New Brunswick are living below the poverty
line. Poverty, as defined by the article, is the condition of a person who lacks the resources, means, opportunities, and power necessary to acquire and maintain economic self-sufficiency or to integrate into and participate in society. With these statistics in mind, why not use Christmas as an opportunity to incorporate community into your holiday traditions? Christmas presents an opportunity to sit down as a family or amongst friends and discuss ways to pay it forward. ‘Tis the season to reflect on how we, as a community, can support those struggling to make ends meet. Incorporating community involvement into your family’s holiday traditions is a wonderful way to teach children that the most valuable gift there is… is the gift of time and compassion. Whether it’s volunteering at a local soup kitchen, joining a toy drive, visiting a senior’s home, making a care kit for the homeless with items like socks, deodorant, mittens and snacks - these simple gestures can make the world of
difference to someone whose relationship with the holidays is tenuous at best. As Mark Twain once said, To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with. As the Holiday season approaches, please take the time to reflect on this past year. What made you happy? What brought you joy? Ask your children and friends, what filled their hearts this past year? Why are they grateful? And perhaps, the most important question to ask is: how can we ensurethat others feel that same love and joy? There are many volunteer opportunities available on the Saint John Volunteer Centre website. 0008
Judy Urquhart MSW, RSW Gentle Path, Executive Director
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WELL RESTEd KEEPING IT CLEAN One of the most important factors in making sure your CPAP treatment is working well is regular cleaning and replacement of your CPAP equipment. Fortunately, taking proper care of your equipment is easy, and takes very little time. Mask - The most important part of the system to clean is the mask. This comes in contact with your face every night and so picks up and can spread the most bacteria. Every day, clean your mask cushion and frame with a mild soap solutions and warm water, rinsing well. You can also use wipes specifically made for CPAP masks, and give it a thorough cleaning once a week. Your straps can be cleaned by hand once a week, rinsed well and hung to dry. Hose - Your hose can be a breeding ground for bacteria and spores since it often holds moisture and bacteria from your breath. Clean it at least weekly with warm soapy water, rinsing very well, and
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December 17th at 9:30am Christmas Cantata – combined choir with Saint David’s December 21st at 7:00pm Longest Night Service December 24th – Christmas Eve Services 9:55am – Christmas Carol Service 6:30pm – Family Christmas Service 10:30pm –Christmas Communion Service
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STRING PROGRAM OFFERS VIOLIN LESSONS The Saint John and Area School String Program is starting a beginning violin class in January 2018. The String Program operates within the Anglophone South School District and is open to school students in ASD-S. The normal starting age is grade 3, but older students may also join. The lessons will be held once a week at Seaside Park elementary school (west Saint John, located at 627 Havelock St. E2M 2V4) on Thursdays from 6:15-7:00pm, starting on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Parents are responsible for transportation to and from the violin lessons and to provide their child with an instrument. There are a number of very reasonably priced instrument rental options available and these will be explained at the meeting. There is a small annual student registration fee of $30 which covers the cost of music books and other miscellaneous supplies. All parents who are interested in having their child join the Saint John and Area School String Program are asked to attend one of the information meetings listed below. Meeting #1: Tuesday, December 12 at 7 p.m, Seaside Park Elementary School (Enter by the Havelock St parking lot and not the bus entrance on Fundy Drive). Meeting #2: Thursday, December 14 at 7 p.m, Seaside Park Elementary School (Enter by the Havelock St. parking lot and not the bus entrance on Fundy Drive). Please bring your child to the meeting, if possible, to be measured for the correct instrument size. If you have a violin already, we would be happy to check it's size and condition at the meeting. Each meeting will last approximately one hour. (Please note that if school is cancelled due to winter weather on either of the meeting dates, that meeting will automatically be rescheduled to Monday, December 18 at 7:00pm at Seaside Park School). Playing a stringed instrument is ideal for those students who would thrive on the extra stimulation and academic challenge. It does require a significant amount of work from the students and supervision of home practice by the parents. If you cannot attend either of the meetings you may contact alison.leonard@nbed. 4786 nb.ca for further information.
BRIDGE RESULTS Valley Bridge Club results for October 27: Tie for 1st Kevin Tupper & Frank Ashe; 2nd Lois & John Sherwood; 3rd Carol Craig & Elaine O’Leary. November 3: 1st Sylvia Logan & Lane Bishop; 2nd Ann Barbour & Suzanne Simms; 3rd Esmee & Roger McKenzie. November 10: 1st Esmee & Roger McKenzie; 2nd Bill Springer & John McCumber; 3rd Eileen Macdonald & Barb Riley. November 17: 1st Dianne Banks & Margaret Crothers; 2nd Donna & John
Steves; Tie for 3rd Lane Bishop & Sylvia Logan tied Sue Harley & Mary Garey. Join us on Fridays at 7:00pm in Rothesay (Saint David’s). Lessons available, Mike 847-4167. 4512
DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB Valley Duplicate Bridge Club takes place on Fridays, 7:00pm at St. David’s Church in Rothesay. Lessons are available by calling Mike at 847-4167. G161
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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEdS FIREWOOD FIREWOOD - GOT WOOD? Aaron does! Great quality wood and true cords, delivered for $250 per cord in the Hampton area. Call 333-0605 or 8327773 or visit aaronsgotwood.com to order online.
Christmas trees URQUHART U-CUT CHRISTMAS Trees, open December on weekends or by chance. 485-2089, 1726 Route 124, Springfield. CHRISTMAS TREES U-Cut and PreCut. Bring your family for an outing. Open every day in December from 10:00am until dusk. On weekends warm up by a wood fire, enjoy hot chocolate and a craft for little ones. Laura & Ray Folkins, 92 Rt. 870, Kierstead Mt., 433-4229.
OTHER KITCHEN TABLE TALK Tuesday, December 5, 2017 with Ann McAllister, seeking nomination as NB Green Party candidate for Rothesay. Come and share your thoughts on issues that matter to you at the Kennebecasis Public Library, 1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, lower level entrance. 7:00pm. Parking available. Refreshments. All welcome.
PETS LOOKING FOR SOMEONE Who has
poodles to give away to a good home. 832-3333.
SERVICES OFFERED BUYING JUNK CARS, trucks, farm machinery. I pay cash for cars, trucks and machinery. Call 721-4255. HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY. Residential, commercial, recreational, restyling and customization, repairs, supplies. Offering project classes. Trust your furniture to the professionals. Serving you for almost 40 years. The most upholstery experience around. 849-8008. heritageupholstery. com. BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296. 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, dumpster alternative trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026. ADVANCED ARBORIST TREE SERVICE (Formerly Top Notch Tree Service). Certified Arborist offering safe and efficient tree services, including tree pruning, tree removal, chipping, storm clean up. Free estimates and fully insured. Find us on Facebook. Call or text Pascal at 651-3010.
WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067. WANTED HOUSES TO CLEAN, and dog sitting available. Reasonable rates. References available. Call Tammy at 333-4855. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. KV UPHOLSTERY & SEWING machine repair. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 8327870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing – Craftsmanship. REGISTERED FOOT CARE NURSEis now accepting clients. Offering foot care in the comfort of your own home in Hampton & surrounding areas. For professional foot care & details, call Shirley at 506-799-1547 or cell 506607-2178. Covered with most insurance plans.
WANTED LOOKING FOR GENTLEMEN who fixes vacuum cleaners by Sobey’s in Quispamsis. 832-3333. LOOKING FOR SOMEONE with wood splitter to split a fallen tree. 832-3333.
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We are a private speech therapy clinic with over 35 years of combined experience! We offer services to children and adults from St. Stephen to Sussex. Call now to book your immediate appointment. 642-8255 475 Millidge Ave Suite D Saint John, NB www.speechtherapysuccess.ca contact@speechtherapysuccess.ca
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MemoryCafe combines education, socialization and activity within a safe and inclusive space. it is for those diagnosed with dementia and their families to attend. Held on the second Sunday of each month 2-4pm at St. paul’s church 4 church ave, rothesay, nB
For More Information Please Contact: Mark harris 506.634.8722 SaintJohn@alZheiMernB.ca please call ahead - (dates subject to change and weather permitting)