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Following on from the last Ravings, here are more reasons why New Brunswick has a $100 million underground economy. Back in the day when I was doing furniture restoration, I still remember sending an PST check to Frank McKenna, and realized that Frank had just just taken more money out of MY business and MY hard work, than I did. This was twenty years ago but somethings just make a big impression. Full disclosure, despite my bitterness, my total underground tax avoidance would be somewhere in the range of $100, probably as a result of wanting to be a role model for the kids and not end up in jail!! Can you see now why it is possible for normally honest people to just say to heck with it and work underground. Really, small business people are like moles, you have to stay underground because there are too many predators if you show your face above ground. And those predators are our government in action, working hard to promote economic development while squeezing the hell out of little people trying to make a living. So would it be possible to have government advisors who would look at what you are doing. You could be honest because they cannot disclose the information to anyone. They can suggest what steps you should take to improve your business and move to an above ground position. After
three years, you either have a genuine aboveground business or you take your chances. I guess the key factor in defeating the underground is to somehow help new enterprises get through the hurdles and hoops of government red tape and be honest, rather than go underground from fear of the big bureaucracy One further point I would like to make is this. Is it a wise investment of our government resources to go after literally thousands of people in order to claw back that $100 million or would it be far more efficient to go after one or two wealthy families. An article by Diane Francis for the Financial Post two years ago states: “Another tax dodge pioneer was K.C. Irving of New Brunswick who in 1972 moved to taxfree Bermuda and placed ownership of his empire into a series of Bermudian trusts that have never paid taxes to Canada.” How much profit is made from free access to our crown lands and ends up in offshore companies?? If the big people are not paying a fair share of the tax burden, can one expect that little people will avoid using their own tax avoidance schemes. 0001
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FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS 8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, follow us on Facebook Sundays - 7:00pm, regular monthly meetings the first Sunday each month. June meeting will be the last for the season - no regular meetings in July or August. Tuesdays - Starlite Promenaders square dancing with Jim & Pat MacLean. For more info 763-2634. At end of May Square Dancing is done for the summer. Wednesdays - Crib, doors open at 6:30 and games begin at 7:30; for more info please contact Sam Gauvin at 847-8261; TOPS group, contact Brenda Lingley 653-7585 for more info. Thursdays - Bingo - doors open 6:00pm, games begin at 6:50. Two Cookie Jars,
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ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS! If you have an interest in wild birds, mammals, fish, amphibians, wildflowers, geology, or any other aspect of our natural world, why not consider attending a meeting of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club (SJNC) or taking part in our diverse selection of workshops and field trips? On Saturday, July 11 meet Ngaire Nelson at the end of Ocean Westway Road at 8:45am for a Botany Walk on the Spruce Lake Trail. On Saturday, July 25 Mike Bamford will lead a Dragonflies & Butterflies outing. Meet at the Brundage Point River Centre in Grand Bay-Westfield at 8:30am. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. To confirm the details about the timing and location of the field trips and for more information on the
SUPPORT FOR KVHS SAFE GRAD KVHS Safe Grad is took place on June 19-20. Many thanks to Barb Magee with State Farm Insurance for the donation of $750 and travel mugs for the Class of 2015. 3565
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Staff at New Brunswick public libraries will be launching the Summer Reading Club in their communities throughout the month of June. “These clubs are a fun way for children to enjoy reading over the summer break,” said Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour Minister Francine Landry. “This initiative encourages children to read and reinforces lessons from the school year. New Brunswick families benefit from partaking in Summer Reading Club activities, which build fundamental literacy skills and lead to lifelong learning.” Children of all ages are invited to join the free library program during June, July and August. This year’s theme is Fur, Feathers and Scales (Animals), and the slogan is Reading Tails. Summer Reading Club participants are invited to learn about the unique characteristics of different animals, some that they may encounter in their daily lives and others through books and other media. The experience will give children the opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation of nature and of animal habitats. Last year, there were 11,647 registrants and 291,885 books read. Registration for the Summer Reading Club is now open at all public libraries and online at: gnb.ca/0003/src=cle/2015/ home.asp. Children will also find games, videos and a secret mission challenge on the site, as well as suggested reading lists, including books that are available for children with print disabilities. More information about the Summer Reading Club launch in the various communities is available at local public libraries. Contact information can be found on the New Brunswick Public Library Service website at: gnb.ca/0003/ Index2-e.asp. 3537
K.O.C. SUBSTANCE ABUSE AWARENESS Father M.A. Harris Council #6766 in Rothesay has with the co-operation of local schools in the Kennebecasis Valley sponsored a Substance Abuse Contest for the last seven years. This year four Elementary schools and one middle school participated in the Council
contest. The Knights of Columbus Substance Abuse Awareness Poster Contest is open to all boys and girls ages 8 through 14 and is conducted at the local level with winning entries progressing through district/regional and state levels of competition to the international level. Entries in the Poster Contest must fall under one of these topics: Alcohol Awareness and Abuse or Drug Awareness and Abuse. Each poster must contain a slogan reflecting either of the topics and an original visual image. A contestant can only enter one poster. Winning posters at State are forwarded on to the international competition. The winning entries at the international level will serve as the basis for a series of substance abuse awareness posters, with creative credit going to their artists, to be distributed throughout the countries in which the Knights of Columbus is present. 3550 Cover Photo: Rothesay- presentation of prizes for Regional & State Contest Winners. Past Grand Knight Norm Leblanc (left) Sara Williams – 8-11 Alcohol – Regional Winner, Neah Kilfoil – 8-11 Drugs - Regional and State Winner and Representing New
Quispamsis – presentation of prizes for Regional Contest Winners. District Deputy Gerald White (left) John Lee – 12-14 Drugs – Regional Winner, Alyssa Whitier – 12-14 Alcohol – Regional Winner. Both students attend Quispamsis Middle School. Photo by Don Bangay Brunswick State Council District Deputy Gerald White. Both students
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Friday, June 26 Kitchen Party with Sylvia Campbell, Fraser Smith, Geraldine Charters & Long Reach Kitchen Party Gang 7:00pm at the Kingston Peninsula RCL #62. Proceeds to the Baywater-Summerville congregation of Two Rivers Pastoral Charge. Movie at the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park at dusk, free, viewing Paddington. Complimentary popcorn. Rain Location - Quispamsis Town Hall Council Chambers. More info: quispamsis.ca/ arts_culture.htn, 849-5788 or on Twitter at @SummerInTheQ. Saturday, June 27 1 Annual PRO Kids Fun Run & Swim at 10:00am. More info: facebook.com/ prokidsrun. Hampton’s CIB Garden Tour 1:004:00pm, rain or shine. Tour five Hampton gardens and tea, punch and sweets will be available at the Town Pavilion. Tickets ($15 each or two for $25) are available at Hampton Pharmasave. More info, st
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Wednesday, July 1 Canada Day Festivities - Safari Party. 11:00am-4:00m at the qplex. New giant inflatables, BBQ, games, pony rides and entertainment. Friday, July 3 Movie at the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park at dusk, free viewing Penguins of Madagascar. Complimentary popcorn. Rain Location - Quispamsis Town Hall Council Chambers. More info: quispamsis.ca/arts_culture.htn, 849-5788 or on Twitter at @SummerInTheQ. Saturday, July 4 Big Breakfast, 8:00-11:00am at the Quispamsis Lions Club (9 Market Street, Quispamsis) $7/person. A fundraiser for the Quispamsis Lions Club. Follow us on Facebook or phone 839-2689. Singles & Friends Dance at RCL Branch #69 (714 Wilson Street West, SJ) with Second Time Around. Best dance floor in
town. Doors open at 8:00, dance 9:00pmmidnight. Admission $6. Open to anyone over 19. Simonds High School Class of 1980 35th Reunion at the Function Junction. For more information please join our facebook page Simonds High School Class of 1980, or email simondsclassof1980@ gmail.com for more information.
July 4-10 Six-Day Guided Retreat “Growing Into the Cosmic Christ” at the Villa Madonna Retreat House, with Fr. Michael Crosby OFM. $100 deposit to confirm registration. Remaining $450 due on arrival. For more info call the Villa at 849-5125 (866-783-3300) or visit: villamadonna.ca (choose Program to view flyer). Sunday, July 5 Annual Camp Gagetown Picnic in New Jerusalem. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic lunch. Everyone welcome. For more info call 832-4520.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Annual Strawberry Festival at the Hampton United Church 4:006:30pm. Menu will includes potato salad, homemade rolls, shortcake and more. Price is $10/adults; $4/children 6-12 years of age; children 5 and under eat for free.
Tuesday, July 7 Strawberry Festival (salad, shortcake, etc), sponsored by the Millstream United Church Charge, 2:30-6:00pm at the Millstream Rec Centre in Berwick. $12/adults, $5/children, $30/family, pre-schoolers eat for free. Take-out available. July 10 & 11 25 Reunion - KVHS Class of 1990 all teachers & grads - catch up with old friends and meet new ones. Events at Shadow Lawn, Meenan’s Cove Beach and Fairvale Outing Association. Find us on facebook, “KVHS 1990-25 year reunion”, or email Beth McMackin at: bmacnutt@hotmail.com for more info. th
Saturday, July 11 Kings East County Orange Lodge Celebration, St. John’s United Church Centre (Sussex Corner, rain or shine). Lodge meeting, open to all at 1:30, dinner at 3:30 (members bring salads/desserts) and entertainment. Please let committee know if you are bringing your lodge banner. Donations accepted. Bring a friend. Sunday, July 12 The Annual Memorial Service of the Titus Hill Cemetery will be held in the Barnesville Presbyterian Church, 1257 Route 820, Barnesville at 3:00pm. Thursday, July 16 Annual Strawberry Festival at St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall (12 Quispamsis Road) 4:30 & 5:30pm. Tickets are $13 each and $5 for children under 12. Call 849-1512 to reserve tickets for either eatin or take-out. Tickets are limited so call early.
Wednesday, July 22 Simonds Regional High School class of 1960 yearly Reunion Dinner & Casino at the Masonic Lodge on Germain Street. Any other year classmates interested in attending may contact Joyce MacKinnon for more information by email at: joycemack11@hotmail.com. Saturday, July 25 Mud Run for Heart 2015 will push you to overcome obstacles in this rugged 5-kilometer run, in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of NB. Register at: mudrunforheart.com. KVHS 30th Reunion - looking for graduates of 1985. Call Tanya 832-7810 or Teresa 849-9719. Simonds High School Class of 1975 40th Reunion at Chuckles Bar, (Parkway Mall). Register between 5:00-6:00pm, $20/grads, $10/partner/spouse. Pass info on to those who are not on FB (Simonds High Grad Class 1975) or contact Simondshigh75@gmail.com.
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BLOOMIN’ ARTISTS 2015 The blossoms are busting out, the trees are in full leaf, and summer has arrived! And with summer comes the much-enjoyed Hampton John Peters Humphrey Bloomin’ Artists event. On July 25 & 26 more than 30 artists of all disciplines will descend on the town and scatter themselves throughout the many beautiful gardens and scenic spots in our community to produce pieces that are then rushed to the Lighthouse River Centre to be sold by silent auction. It is a fun event over two days and is eagerly looked forward to by both artists and patrons. Bloomin’ Artists is a wonderful opportunity to purchase affordable paintings - and this year jewellery,
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pottery and fibre art – by some of New Brunswick’s most celebrated artists. There will be a kids’ art project going on at the same time on the Saturday and all ages are welcome to participate for free. The event is the main fundraiser for the Hampton John Peters Humphrey Foundation and allows the foundation to continue its work of promoting awareness of human rights and the legacy of John Peters Humphrey. Money raised in the past has allowed the foundation to do such things as
host an annual human rights forum and award, to create the Credo sculpture on the courthouse lawn, to sponsor the mural on Hampton High School’s exterior, to support the play “Speak Truth to Power”, and to assist Anne Scott in producing her highly successful book The Boy Who Was Bullied. Mark your calendar for July 25 & 26. More information can be found on the foundation website: humphreyhampton. org and watch the Herald for more about this great community event. 3560
EXTRA-CURRICULAR AWARDS AT RHS Awards for Extra-Curricular activities were recently awarded to 2015 graduating students of Rothesay High School: Student Leadership - Anneke van der Laan; Citizenship - Emma
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I NEVER HEARD THE MOONLIGHT SKIMMING THE WATER’S TOP AND I HAVE TRIED WITH ALL MY MIGHT TO HEAR A LITTLE DEW DROP NEVER HEARD THE TREES THINK OR THE FLOWERS RAISE THEIR HEADS NEVER HEARD THE ROBIN BLINK WHEN THEY DIG IN THE FLOWER BEDS I HAVE NEVER HEARD A STAR TWINKLING IN THE SKY NEVER HEARD THE SANDBAR ASKING THE QUESTION “WHY?” SO WHEN THEY SOMETIMES ASK ME ABOUT THE SOUND OF A SUMMER NIGHT I WONDER HOW IT WOULD BE IF SOMEONE TUNED IN RIGHT
Spencer Goddard Graduated May 22, 2015 from The Gow School, South Wales, NY with his High School Diploma. He will be going to High Point University in North Carolina. Jennifer, Marcus, Lauren and Charlotte Goddard are all very proud of all that he has achieved and look forward to his time at University.
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You did it Spencer!
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Every July 1st Canadians across the country celebrate their nation’s birthday. Of course Canada is so huge that when the Newfoundlanders can start celebrating it’s still only eight-thirty the night before across the country in British Columbia, a distance of over 7,000 kilometers, and an estimated drive time of 78 hours not including rest stops. In roughly the same amount of time (according to Google Maps) a person could drive from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland all the way down to Cairo, the capital of Egypt
in Africa. During your cross-continental drive you would go through: England, France, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Syria, Israel, and then finally to your destination in Egypt, a total of eleven countries. Luckily since you’re travelling more or less North-South, you’ll need to reset your watch less than if you decided to travel Canada from east to west. If you decide to travel North to South, you may want to consider bringing along a team of dogs, preferably not daschunds,
and a good sturdy toboggan. You will eventually find out that there are still places that roads don’t go. The only country you could drive further in one direction and not leave is Russia. If you were to make this drive all the way across and stopped to ask people why they celebrate Canada Day, and what it means to them, you would likely find remarkably different answers. Go East to Prince Edward Island and you’ll most likely find people dedicated to the soil
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or the sea. Potatoes really do grow almost everywhere on PEI. Once you get past the tourist traps and beaches and into the small towns and communities the Islanders call home year round, you will find farmers and fisherman who are famous for their potatoes and lobster.
When each us celebrates Canada Day, when any of us are glad that we live in Canada, we are probably glad about a different fact of our lifestyle. Maybe it’s the free healthcare, not going to jail for messing up on your taxes, a democratically elected government, mostly paved roads, or just the stunning natural beauty Across the Northumberland that we get to enjoy everyday, Bay, and through the vasts Our hopes are high. Our faith in the people is great. especially in the country. That fact, forests of New Brunswick lies Our courage is strong. And our dreams for this of not agreeing on why we’re happy Quebec, a province famous for beautiful country will never die. - Pierre Trudeau to be Canadian, is perhaps the most contributing three-quarters Canadian thing there is. We’re too of the world’s supply of a maple syrup, big of a country to have one point of surely a lifetime supply for even the The sheer immensity and shifting view, but that doesn’t make any of them most dedicated fan of breakfast foods. geography makes for many different wrong. Our relaxed immigration policy Even with this tremendous output, ways of life across our nation. The rolling for the past few decades has made us most people in Quebec don’t work in prairie lands of Saskatchewan have very one of the most diverse and accepting the forests singing to the maple trees few maple trees and even fewer lobsters, countries on the planet. People want to release their sap. Nowadays the trees and Alberta’s tar sands would probably in, not out. Why not though, with so have tubes for the syrup to flow down, be rubbish at growing canola and wheat. much natural abundance, free speech, gravity fed into a large holding tank, In the North the Inuit still practice their and protection from harm, to a lot of where forty liters of sap are boiled down traditional culture and way of living as people around the world it may feel like into one liter of sweet maple syrup. paradise, what does it feel like to you? best they can in a modern country.
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GET FISHING WHAT’S TUGGING ON YOUR LINE? There are days when you head out fishing that you can never predict what you may catch. This is one of the most unique and rewarding aspects of fishing here in Southern New Brunswick. With the diversity of aquatic life in our waters, you may plan to fish for one species, but end up catching something totally unexpected. Such was the case on a few outings for my friends and I over the past few years. Last fall, out on the kayak with a friend in the area known as ‘sturgeon alley’ on the Kennebecasis River, we had been fighting strong winds for much of the day as we fished for sturgeon. With a couple catches under our belt that day, Matt got a hit, and despite being solidly anchored, his kayak started to move behind the strength of the fish. Several minutes and more than
a few feet away from where he started, a very excited Matt finally brought a huge 41 inch striped bass into his lap! A few pictures later, the fish was safely released back to be caught another day. That was actually the second surprise catch for Matt that day as earlier he had actually caught and released the only Burbot I have ever heard of in the Kennebecasis River! Another day, in nearly the same exact spot, it looked like a similar encounter was about to happen. In the midst of a larger group of kayak fishermen, another good friend hooked into something heavy! For 45 minutes the struggle continued before eventually John decided, the fish just wasn’t going to give in. Risking the line snapping, John forced the line up to the surface, only to finally discover a bag of rocks on the end of his line! Sorry John, it is just too good a story not to write about! Truth be told, John’s caught more fish in his years than anyone
else I know, so it just goes to prove that surprises like this can happen to anyone! The biggest surprise I’ve ever experienced out fishing was out by Long Island in the Kennebecasis River ice fishing. My 4-year old son joined myself and group of friends ice fishing for hake. After several hours with only one small hake being caught by a friend, one of my tip ups finally fell over… a bite! We ran over and I felt some weight on the line, “My first hake” I thought. Much to everyone’s surprise, I pulled a 34 inch Dogfish Shark out through the hole! My son was ecstatic, as he had said just that week that he wanted to catch a shark! If only he would wish for a mermaid for our next time out! 0044
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LEGIONS KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146 Branch Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:30-8:00pm; Friday 2:30-9:00pm; Saturday 2:00-9:00pm; Sundays 1:30-9:00pm (2:30pm, Shuffleboard, everyone welcome). Sunday Brunch - 10:30am-1:00pm every week ($7/person, $4/children under 10). Menu includes 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, in particular a cook on a 3-week rotational basis. We would also invite others who would like to help with other tasks involved. Please contact the Branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - Soup or Salad & Sandwich Lunch served every
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third Wednesday (July 15) from 11:30am-1:30pm. Menu offers choice of two soups (or salad), choice of 3 sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. $7/ person. All welcome. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm registration, games begin at 7:00pm every Thursday. 30 tickets (max) available for each tournament and pre-registration tickets are available ahead of time at Branch. Tournament cost $20. Friday, June 26 - 6:00pm, Salmon Dinner at the branch, $14/person. Dinner includes vegetables, dessert, tea/coffee. Music will be provided by Tom The DJ. Music will be played after the meal as well for those who wish to dance. A special focus on “Oldies” of the 50s & 60s for our senior guests will be played. 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. Please note - all surviving WWII & Korean Veterans should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience; information available could be of benefit to you. Comrade Eric Adams is the contact. Please call the Branch for further information. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/week. Anyone interested in participating can come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for additional information. This is a weekly draw and the prize is dependent on the number of participants entered. Sponsored by RCL#58, proceeds go towards supporting the community and those in need. 0014
12 WEEKS/12 WALKS 12 Weeks/12 Walks is a volunteerled summer walking program which
explores existing trails and popular routes throughout the KV. Beginners and experienced walkers are welcomed to the weekly walks held Monday's at 6:45pm and Tuesday at 9:30am. Check out KV Walkers on Facebook for the weekly meeting spot and new route each week. The walks start the week of June 22 and end the first week in September. See you on the trail! 3554
KINGS WAY CARE & KENNEBEC MANOR We are so thrilled to announce that our very own Michelle Allain was the recipient of the Terry MacNeil Wellness Award. Michelle, who currently works at Kings Way Care Centre, has worked at Kennebec Manor for many years. This award is given to a staff member who demonstrates behaviours that support mental and physical wellness in our homes. Michelle accepted the role of Wellness Champion at Kings Way in July of 2014. In her acceptance letter Michelle stated, “I am excited to give back to my co-workers, for all they have done and continue to do each day. My hope is that I can do my co workers and management team proud”. Well Michelle, you certainly made us all very proud! Thank you and Congratulations! 0025
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Minister: Rev. Audrey Lounder Music Director: Terri-Lynn McNichol Youth Worker: Whitney Walls June 28 th we will have our regular worship at 9:30am. July 5 th we will have a combined service at Saint David’s United Church at 9:46am. Vacation Bible School will run July 6 th - July 10 th. Please call the office to register. St. Andrew’s Kirk United Church 196 Hammond River Rd., Quispamsis NB The country church in town
Churches in Quispamsis Archdeacon David Barrett, Rector We welcome you to join us for Combined Services at 10am in July at
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CANADA DAY ON THE BELLEISLE In two weeks we will all be looking forward to a holiday and celebrating Canada Day. The Committee is finalizing plans for Canada Day on the Belleisle and there will be a day full of activities for families to enjoy. The day will begin with the annual breakfast, yard sale, parade and the opening ceremonies from the wharf. Activities for the afternoon and evening include: children’s games; “Frozen” princesses will be on hand; afternoon
tea at the hotel; scavenger hunt; quilt show; bicycle & lawnmower races; cake auction and musical entertainment from the wharf with Steve Lyons, Neil Wheaton and others. New this year in the ‘races category’ - the Cluck Cluck 500 chicken races! There will be lots of food available all day including hot dogs, hamburgers, strawberry shortcake, BBQ ribs and cornbread. The Silent Auction is open from 10:00am-6:00pm, with great items to bid
on. For those interested in local history and folklore - the Cemetery Walk will take place early in the evening and the grand finale of the day is always the fireworks display at dusk. Tables are available for the Yard Sale (8:00am-12:00noon) by calling Patti at 485-0008. Parade participants are always welcome. Anyone requiring info regarding participation in the parade or vendor info can leave a message at 485-2514. 3523
LADY OF THE YEAR Maureen Robichaud of Hampton was named Beta Sigma Phi Saint John City Council’s “Lady of the Year for 2015”. A passionate gardener, she has actively contributed to her community through the Hampton Wellness Network, the Piggs Peak Partnership, the Grandmother Projects, and her volunteer work with the Hampton Food Basket, the Snow Centre and Hampton Middle School. 3492
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LISTEN IN MUSIC IN THE PARKS It’s finally here folks. Summer time is upon us and that could only mean it's time again for some live open air music in the community. What a great way to spend an early summer evening by coming out and seeing some top notch touring and local artist in an ideal setting. And it’s for all ages! I love exposing my kids to all kinds of good live music and this environment is very family friendly. Make a point to fit in some of this music during your summer fun activities. Support your community by just showing up and having a great time. Oh yeah it’s all FREE! “I had a chance to play there a couple years ago. It's a wonderful set-up in a beautiful park! I love playing outdoors, especially when the weather cooperates. Looking forward to playing again, bringing some new songs along with me!” Shaun Leblanc says with a smile. You can catch Shaun July 15 at the Quispamsis
Arts and Culture Park. “Really looking forward to getting back east and playing with some local guys. I really enjoy the beauty of the east coast and Quispamsis.” Bill Wood says on the phone from Toronto. Bill Wood and the Woodies who performed in Rothesay a couple summers ago will be performing at the Arts and Culture Park in Quispamsis August 26. I caught up with Charles Jensen, who has programmed the music for 12 years now in the Rothesay Commons. “We always try to get a good variety of acts from, Blues, Country, and Bluegrass… the quality is all top notch. Our biggest evening ever was having Matt Andersen perform (years ago), right before he made it big.” Charles enthusiastically tells me. “I feel that it’s a very organic way to endear yourself to new fans. Great for attracting all ages. I feel many people come with a sense of civic pride, that they are supporting their own community. It’s the personal satisfaction I get from playing the hometown.” Mike Biggar says
in chatting about his previous booking experiences in both parks. Mike with the band will be performing a double header this summer on July 22 in Quispamsis and in Rothesay on August 6. There is tons of music for everyone’s taste and maybe some newer sounds to discover for your listening pleasure. Just a few others who will be performing include; Chris Cummings, Jimmy Lingley, Brent Mason, Jason Haywood Trio, The Honeyboys and Stephanie Manville to name but a few. Bring your favorite lawn chairs, blankets, a cool drink or a hot coffee and maybe even a bit of cash to buy a CD if you like what you hear. All shows are from 7:00-8:00pm. For more information: rothesay.ca and quispamsis.ca. Support local! 0041
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Rothesay Recreation Summer Programs 2015 www.rothesay.ca
YMCA Day Camp at the Bill McGuire Centre: For more information or to register visit www.saintjohny.com or call 693-9622
Rothesay Playground Programs: There are 3 playground program locations this summer for children ages 5-12: Wells Recreation Park, K-Park Elementary School and Rothesay Park School. Morning sessions run 9am-12pm and afternoon sessions run 1pm-4pm. $4.00 per 3 hour session - registration takes place at Town Hall
Swimming Lessons: Canadian Red Cross Swim Kids Program will be offered at both K-Park & Renforth Beaches. The fee is $30.00 per two-week sessions (Mon-Fri) of 30 minute classes. Classes run rain or shine between 10am and 11am. Children must be 5 or older upon registration.
Concert in the Common: The weekly Concert in the Common Summer Series is coming soon with performers every Thursday evening at 7pm. Visit our website to see the full line up of performers.
Come Celebrate Canada’s 148th Birthday: • Rothesay Common - Wednesday, July 1, 2015 • Events kick off with a flag-raising and cake-cutting ceremony on the Rothesay Common at 12:00pm followed by live entertainment, popcorn & cotton candy, balloon twisting, new giant inflatables and a BBQ by Rothesay Staff. • Rain location will be the Rothesay Arena
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TOP SEA CADET IN NB CPO2 Andrew Savoy was awarded with the Top Sea Cadet in New Brunswick at 268 RCSCC Bras D'or and 170 NLCC RM Cromwell Annual Cadet Review at KVHS on 23 May 2015. Presenting
Andrew with the award is Ms Heather McClintock Provincial President, Navy League of Canada. CPO2 Savoy was also awarded with the Royal Canadian Legion Medal of Excellence. 3553
CPO2 Andrew Savoy and Ms Heather McClintock
SJHS CLASS OF 1965 Hello Classmates - the 50th Reunion dates are set - July 17-19 and our plans are finalized. We promise you a great weekend with old (I mean former) friends, teachers, fun activities and an opportunity to make even more memories. We need you to spread the word and get the message out for us. Our Committee has been working diligently trying to touch base with all our Classmates. If we haven't already tracked you down please contact us as soon as possible. Our 50th Reunion website is set up to answer all your questions. Go to: sjhigh.ca, click on Alumni, then go to Reunions and there we are. For any further questions or info please contact any of our Committee members listed on our web site or you can contact me Lynda (Beyea) Shaw by phone at 847-3320 or e-mail: lyndashaw0@gmail.com. We are looking forward to hearing from you soon and hoping for perfect attendance. Lynda (Beyea) Shaw. 3556
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LIVE WELL FINANCES AND YOUR WELL-BEING What is financial well-being? It's having material security, or enough income to meet basic needs like housing, food, and clothing but just as importantly, it’s also the ability to enjoy peace of mind and a high quality of life. Stress is a fact of life, but too much stress and/or pre-dispositions to mental health issues can lead to a vicious cycle. Seventy to 90% of people living with serious mental illnesses in Canada, for example, are unemployed, and unemployment rates among people living with depression or anxiety can be over 30%. In this downward spiral, unemployment usually lowers household income, which leads to poorer housing, which changes social networks, which then creates barriers to social supports, etc. Unemployment rates among people living with a mental illness are also high as side effects of treatment and much-
needed recovery time can negatively affect work. Additionally, those suffering from addiction may experience job loss, or have problems finding work if they reveal that they’ve been in treatment. Lack of education or training, laws and discrimination can also play a role. Stress only continues in this cycle, as financial concerns and negative feelings grow. But this also means that great potential exists to educate those affected about paths to financial well-being; such as counselling, community referrals and repayment strategies. Gentle Path Counselling Services knows all too well how employment issues and debt can contribute to depression, fear, anxiety, or anger and family/relationship chaos and breakdown. The team at Gentle Path feels strongly about partnering with others in the community to promote Financial Literacy and Wellness in greater Saint John. We are a registered nonprofit, charitable organization providing counselling and programs to individuals, groups and businesses in the Saint John
region, regardless of ability to pay. In 2014 Gentle Path provided more than $50,000 to regional citizens in need. Gentle Path Counselling Services will be hosting a major fundraising dinner Thursday, September 10 at the Saint John Trade & Convention Center. Our guest this year is best-selling author and TV personality, Gail Vaz-Oxlade. Gail’s talk is entitled “Financial Pathways to Personal Well-Being.” There are many ways you can support us! You can sponsor us, or purchase tickets ($125 each) or tables (tables of 8 for $800). Charitable tax receipts are available. To register, please call 1-506-6527284 ext. 355 or e-mail marketing@ gentlepathsj. com. 0008 Margaret Totten Registered Counsellor & Certified Coach
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IN THE GARDEN MARCH WINDS APRIL SHOWERS BRING FORTH MAY FLOWERS... Well, if we pay that forward one month we are right on the money! The blooms this year have been magnificent… would we have enjoyed them quite so much without enduring the harshness of winter? Despite the slow start, we seem to be pretty well caught up with where Nature’s norm would have us and the abundant rainfall has ensured a need for at least a couple of mowings before June tapped at the window; however that wonderful rain will doubtless cause a great host of slugs to materialise and they need to be dealt with. Though there are products on the market that will deal with the beasties, many of them are not desirable due to chemical contents (we consume enough doubtful additives in our processed food that such use should be kept to an absolute minimum for the sake of our health and that of the
planet). So! What to do? One of the best methods is that of planting an abundance of any type of Marigold, they are not only strikingly bright and cheery but they act as a magnet to the slugs; a quick run around at dawn and dusk with a pot of salty water into which they can be dropped will have the problem solved within the week. Another beautiful system is to encourage the wildlife that dine on these demons… I’ve been blessed with a pair of Mallard ducks that visit regularly, scoffing the slugs and many other undesirables as they waddle around the garden, they also do a bit of weeding on the side. Crows can devour great quantities, as can frogs and toads; a small pond is a tremendous asset that will provide breeding places for frogs as well as a water source for the birds. With any luck the frogs will keep the mosquitoes in check, a small investment with great returns; arming yourself with a good sized salt shaker and gently lifting any rocks or garden ties during
the day will reveal slugs hiding places, a quick sprinkle and the game is up! In order to maintain the beauty of the garden, a very simple and enjoyable pursuit will work wonders; as the spring blossoms fade, they need to be cut off as close to the ground as possible, (the leaves should remain until they begin to turn brown since they feed the bulbs and insure even bigger and better blooms for the next season). Flowering shrubs can be pruned as soon as the flowers fade and Forsythia can be readily convinced to make more plants by simply laying a low growing branch along the ground and covering it with soil. By the end of the summer the resulting offspring can be transplanted to a new location; so much in life is free, enjoy Betty Kennett, the blessings. Resident Green Thumb 0038
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ASK THE CHEF OUTDOOR COOKING IN THE SUN Colin Sifton here from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. The sun has come out and the barbecues are on fire. It was such a long winter and spring, that as I drive through the neighbourhood all I can smell in the air is that familiar smell of the barbecue. When I think about when I was young, the act of barbecuing was so much different than what we have today. It was a long process of hibachi grills and briquettes, saturated in lighter fuel. You would have to let the briquettes get hot and white before you could start barbecuing. So what did we barbecue? Hamburgers and hotdogs is all I remember. You could see the occasional steak but for the most part it would be an hour just to have hamburgers and hot dogs. This is something that would never happen in today's fast paced society. In the 1980’s we were introduced to the propane barbecue and life sped up. You could have a hot grill in minutes instead of hours. This was great but the taste of the briquettes and lighter fuel was gone. With the introduction of the of the propane grill came a whole new menu. People started cooking more than just hamburgers and hotdogs, but using the outdoor grill to compliment the meal. We started having chicken, kabobs and vegetables all done on the grill. Suddenly mealtime became new and improved.
So what I like to do on the barbecue these days is grilled vegetables. It’s simple to do. Take whatever vegetables you like. I like to take peppers, mushrooms, sliced onions and zucchini or corn. Toss it in olive oil and salt and peppers and let it marinate for ten minutes. If you want, you can add your favourite herb or spice like basil or thyme. Place it on the grill and do not turn until you start seeing that the vegetables have grill marks. Once you think they are done enough, remove from the grill and serve. Another way to change up your regular barbecue is to turn it into a smoker. Get your favourite wood chip and soak them in water. Place the soaked wood chips in an aluminum pie plate, and place the pie plate on the grill. It will begin to smoke, turning your barbecue into a smoker. The longer you let it smoke, the stronger smoke flavour will be. I would suggest 10 to 15 minutes to start. After that, adjust as you feel necessary for your taste So what will you do different this summer with your barbecue? The season is so short and most of us put the barbecue away once the snow flies and the way our seasons have been going , it won’t be long, so make the most of this barbecue season before it is gone. 0040
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MUSINGS WON’T MISS EVERYTHING As we look ahead into transitioning from owners of Ossekeag to a life after Ossekeag, there are many many things I will miss. There is, however, one thing I will definitely NOT miss even a little bit. Along with approximately 75% of the population I suffer from “speech anxiety”, in other words, I dislike public speaking. Being at the head of a very public (locally at least) business, I get called upon occasionally for various speaking engagements. While it has grown less painful over the years, it has never become something I look forward to doing. Mike and I recently did a radio interview with Hance Colburne of CBC Information Morning. Given that it was a CBC Radio interview with the previous owner that got us into this business, it seemed appropriate to bracket our years with Ossekeag with a similar “exiting”
(almost) interview. Fifteen years ago we had the opportunity to do an interview as the new owners, but at that time it was Mike alone who travelled to Saint John to be heard. I was much too “busy” (read, chicken). So in fifteen years I have grown, as this time I went along and even spoke! Actually, it went very easily, Hance being a great host. Also the fact it was being taped, not heard live, was a calming factor. It has never surprised me that I have this discomfort with public speaking, as I am strongly introverted. Obviously however, if 75% of the population suffers the same as I do, and (depending on what studies you believe) only 2550% of the population is introverted, simple math will tell you that a lot of extroverts are also suffering from “speech anxiety”. I never realized that. Somehow everyone else always seemed so confident and totally comfortable in the limelight. I never expect to make my living
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Appointments: 631-0841 A Division of MC Ventilation Ltd.
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420 Model Farm Rd, Quispamsis, NB E2G 1L5
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