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"The time has come," the Walrus said, "To talk of many things:” ~ Lewis Carroll, Through the Looking-Glass For several years now The Boss has been talking about retiring. Unfortunately, the same past few years have not been kind to the news publishing industry in general. Sales have declined significantly at Ossekeag, but our tracking of key competitors makes us reasonably certain that their sales have declined even more. Regardless, it is not an attractive time to be looking to dispose of a business. The alternative, however, would mean waiting for the economy to turn around and who knows how long that could take. . . and the missus sure isn’t getting any younger. So, we are currently seeking individuals who find the prospect of owning New Brunswick’s second largest news publisher to get in touch with us if you have a sincere interest in taking over the business. Key factors that we would be assessing: 1. Community minded 2. Can play well with staff and customers 3. Ideal person would be able to drive sales 4. Able to generate new products, and diversify current revenues 5. Must have access to approximately $50,000 for cash flow management plus purchase price Since the missus is very busy operating
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the business, she has asked me to be the front person. In order to have an organized process, please email me a page or two indicating why you are a good potential owner to mike@ ossekeag.ca, please no calls. All needed information will be made available at the appropriate time. For the right person or persons, we are ready and willing to take the time needed to ensure that a proper transition takes place. We are highly motivated to have Ossekeag continue to be successful, as closing it down would be very harmful to the communities that we serve and the advertisers who support our publications. Leaving our competitors with a print monopoly would allow them to truly price gouge and their current deep discounts would undoubtedly quickly disappear. Don’t worry, we are not going away immediately and we will certainly do our best to get Ossekeag into the right hands for a long and hopefully prosperous future. While I do believe that the right person can and should make a reasonable profit, what is for absolute certain, is that you will never lack for a deeply appreciative audience for what we do. 0001
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FUNDY ROYAL Nomination Meeting The Fundy Royal NDP Electoral District Association will be holding a nomination meeting to select our candidate for the upcoming federal election. The meeting will be held on Saturday, March 21st, 2015 at the Lighthouse River Centre, 1075 Main Street, Hampton, beginning at 2 pm. To be eligible to vote at this nomination meeting: members must be in good standing, and new members must have signed up on or before February 19th, 2015 and live in the electoral district. The meeting location is wheelchair accessible. For further information, please contact:
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FAMILY MATTERS CULTIVATING PARENTAL CONFIDENCE Parents wear so many hats and play so many roles these days. When parents are coaches, educators, chefs, child care providers, cleaners, social planners and wellness ambassadors it is hard to feel masterful in parenting. It is especially difficult when there seems to be little consistency in parenting techniques. All too often what works one day doesn’t work the next and by the end of a busy week our parental confidence is nothing less than shaky. It is not uncommon to defer to reading books, websites, blogs, expert opinions and observing other parents when we feel uncertain about what to do. Although there is nothing wrong with stuffing our ‘parent tool bag’ with resources, in the end, despite all our supports, parenting confidence often develops from trial and error, doing and learning and a whole lot of trust.
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4. Each Day You’re Getting Better: We all make mistakes. Parenting is an art. We eventually figure things out and our children grow up. That’s why grandparents have a more relaxed attitude about raising kids. They have developed confidence, patience and perspective. 5. Focus On What Is Going Right: As parents it’s easy to dwell on our failings such as losing your cool when the kids missed the bus. However, it is far better for your confidence to remember what you did right, such as taking time to listen to recess stories and helping with school homework. Enjoy the journey in parenting and find ways this week to cultivate your confidence. 0006
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KENNEBECASIS REGIONAL POLICE NEWS In June of 2011 the New Brunswick Government passed the Distracted Driving Law for all licensed drivers. Distracted driving is the diversion of attention from driving, as a result of the driver focusing on a non-driving object or activity. Distraction reduces awareness, decision-making, or performance leading to increased risk of driver-error. According to the NB Public Safety website the following are examples of what is illegal under the law: Telephone calls: You cannot make or take calls when driving unless your telephone is hands-free or singletouch. If there is an emergency, you can call 911. Texting: You are not allowed. Ever. Portable GPS: You can look at your GPS screen, but you cannot program or handle it. MP3 or other entertainment devices: You can handle built-in devices. If you have a portable device plugged in while you drive, you can listen, but you cannot touch.
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Display screen: If it is built into your vehicle, it is fine. Otherwise, you cannot have it in your view. So how can we limit distractions? Program your GPS adjust your seat, climate controls and other devices before you leave. If you are travelling with someone else and your cellphone rings, ask them to take the call for you. Pull over in a safe place if you must care for children, make a call or have something to eat or drink. Avoid intense, complicated or emotional conversations when driving. If you feel sleepy, find a safe place to pull over and rest. If you think other drivers aren’t watching you, you are wrong. We encourage anyone who witnesses distracted driving to call their local police department. Make sure you are part of the solution and help keep everyone on the street safe by giving your full attention to driving instead of the distractions. Cst. Krystal Daley, Community Relations Officer. 0031
ENGINEERING AWARD PRESENTED The Town of Quispamsis, and engineering firm EXP, have received an award from the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies of New Brunswick. The award is in recognition of engineering excellence in the environmental category for the Meenan’s Cove Wastewater Treatment Plant. 3384
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LISTEN IN THIS IS WHERE WE PLAY How many of you have heard of the InterAction School of Performing Arts located at the Sanctuary Theatre (228 Germain St) in uptown Saint John? The staff and students just released their first CD entitled, “This is Where We Play” where they collaborated, writing and performing all the material on this 8 song release. The CD was recorded at the local Porch Light Studios by one half of Tomato/Tomato’s John McLaggan. I called Chuck Teed who is the director of the music program about the CD and some of their future plans. “The money that’s raised now from many of the CD sales is going back into the building campaign. It’s kind of ongoing.” Chuck says in regard where the sales of the CD are going.” The first and most pressing concern is the roof (Sanctuary Theatre), but after that it we need to fulfill the upgrades so that we can have a good community space that people can use for whatever event they see fit. We hosted a lot of different events through a lot of different organizations and we would like to continue that.” Chuck elaborates on that experience and process by telling me. ”The CD itself was created out of our music program. We offer music classes at the school. We offer group classes and private classes. And through working with the different students, myself and some of the instructors noticed the kids we’re writing their own material.” And in how they came to work with the popular local musical duo Tomato/ Tomato he says.” It was right around the
same time I was reconnecting with John and Lisa McLaggen of Tomato/Tomato. I have been friends with John since our high school days. We used to play in bands together. We were just talking about collaborating on some projects.” The students involved in the CD range from 8 to 18 years in age. “It was really exciting to watch the kids be fearless with their ideas.” Chuck enthusiastically adds. “Even if these kids do nothing related to the (music) industry they will learn important skills, Like collaboration, listening to one another, just those team building skills that you can bring to any part of your life.” The CD is available for purchase at the Feel Good Store and Backstreet Records who are both located on Germain Street uptown. The students will also be performing on “Record Store Day” at Backstreet. They have another performance confirmed as well for April 2 as part of their “Night Of the Arts” at the Sanctuary Theatre. For more information on the CD, the School and the venue check out: iactspa. com You can also email them or call them 674-9192; info@iactspa.com #Support Local. 0041
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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, everyone welcome ($7/ person, $4/children under 10). Menu includes juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, cheese omelets, 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 third Wednesday (March 18) from 11:30am-1:30pm. Menu offers choice of two soups (or salad), 3 sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. $7/person. All welcome. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments 6:45pm registration, 7:00pm games begin every Thursday. 30 tickets (max) available for each tournament and preregistration tickets are available ahead of time at Branch. Tournament cost $20. St. Patrick’s Week Celebrations: Branch #58 will be hosting various events to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. These include Soup & Sandwich on Wednesday, March 18 and a Corned Beef & Cabbage dinner on Friday, March 20 from 5:00-7:00pm (tickets $14/person available at the Branch). Everyone welcome. 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
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MOORE FROM OTTAWA New Brunswickers Will Benefit from the Canada Apprentice Loan Our Government recognizes that apprenticeship training plays a key role in Canada’s post-secondary education system and provides vital skills and knowledge necessary to power and grow the Canadian economy. We are also aware that a number of employers in Canada cannot meet demand for skilled labour in specific sectors. That is why, on January 8, 2015, we launched the Canada Apprentice Loan, which will provide apprentices registered in designated Red Seal trades with access to over $100 million in interest-free loans each year. This initiative will help those already apprenticing to complete their training and encourage more Canadians to pursue a career in the skilled trades, allowing participants to take advantage of the many opportunities being created through the Government of Canada’s historic investments in infrastructure. New Brunswickers are particularly well placed to benefit from opportunities stemming from the Atlantic Shipbuilding Action Plan (ASAP) and the Energy East Pipeline project. Initiatives such as the Atlantic Shipbuilding Action Plan (ASAP) are designed to help New Brunswick businesses take advantage of opportunities related to Canada’s renewal of naval and coast guard fleets. Introduced in Economic Action Plan 2014, the Canada Apprentice Loan will assist an estimated 26,000 apprentices in Red Seal trades across Canada every year. These loans will help apprentices cover costs they encounter during technical training, including educational fees, tools and equipment,
living expenses and forgone wages. Red Seal trades include a total of 57 skilled trades, such as bakers, bricklayers, carpenters, electricians, gasfitters, heavy equipment operators, ironworkers, machinists, painters, plumbers, sheet metal workers, and truck mechanics, to name a few. Apprentices registered in a Red Seal trade apprenticeship will now be able to apply for loans of up to $4,000 per period of technical training. The
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Friday, March 20 Community Lunch, hosted by Holy Trinity Anglican Church (2 Hammond River Rd, by the bridge), 11:00am1:00pm. The theme - raising awareness of the great work done by the Elizabeth Fry Society with display/informal presentations by Marianna Stack 1:30am & 12:15pm. Everyone welcome. Freewill offering appreciated.
Saturday, March 21 Curl for Mental Health, sponsored by Moose Light at the Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club. Day of curling with pizza lunch, 2 four-end games, silent auction & 50/50 draw, great music. $250/team of four ($50 registration fee). Pledge forms/ info available: 633-1705 or cmha@ nb.aibn.com. Bottle Drive in support of KVHS 2015 Safe Grad Committee from 8:30am-12:30pm. Please drop off your redeemable containers at the school during these hours. If you have a large
amount, live in the Valley and would like a pick up contact Bob at 849-0627. Breakfast at the Barnesville Presbyterian Church (1257 Rte 820 Barnesville) from 8:00-11:30am. $5/adult, $3/child. Takeouts available by calling 832-7790.
Wednesday, March 25 SJ Branch NB Genealogical Society meeting 7:00pm at the SJ Free Public Library Multipurpose Room. Guest speakers Ruth Lesbirel & Don Flewelling, sharing genealogical research and the use of FONDS (collections). Short AGM will follow the program. Thursday, March 26 Community Seniors’ Monthly Luncheon, at St. Augustine’s starting at 12:00noon with meatloaf on the menu.
Saturday, March 28 Ladies in Fellowship Together (LIFT) group of the Church of the Good Shepherd is hosting their 3rd Annual Fashion Show & refreshments from 2-4
pm at the Church (668 Manawagonish Road). Admission $10 - Tickets, advance only by calling Janis 672-9404 and Goldie 654-3207. Scrapbooking Fundraiser at KingsWay Assembly (7 Kingsway Drive) 8:30am6:00pm. Cost $10 (to register & take a class) prepaid at above location. Prizes/ snacks. Other classes also available. Bring your lunch, kitchen facilities available. Please register by March 20. Proceeds to Squire Drive Community Playground Fund. More info 847-0602. Kings County Historical & Archival Society, Inc. meeting at the St. John’s United Church Hall in Sussex Corner, starting at 2:00pm. The featured presentation will be a show and tell by members, of their oldest prized possessions (not including their spouses). All are welcome to attend.
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Wednesday, April 1 Fundy Gardeners Meeting 7:00pm at St Luke’s Parish Hall, 12 Quispamsis Road. Our speaker will be Alan Banks who will be talking about Japanese Irises. We welcome new members and guests. More information: fundygardeners@ blogspot.com.
Saturday, April 4 Easter Market from 8:00am-12:00noon at the Quispamsis lions Club. The Lions are looking for vendors to participate in their Market. Vendors please reply to the following email qlionsmarket@gmail. com, or by calling Dave at 849-6518.
Saturday, April 18 Living Successfully With Chronic Pain! 9:30am-12:00noon at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 2 Hammond River Road (next to the bridge). Are you or a loved one living with chronic
pain? Please join us for an informative morning with Ruth Maclean! Cost: $10, lunch & discussion 12:00noon-1:00pm (included). Spring’s-A-Bloomin’ Bazaar at St. Mark’s Catholic Church (171 Pettingill Road) from 10:00am-3:00pm. A free-will offering is the admission. Over 50 vendors offering art, food, cosmetics, jewellery, crafts, etc. See Facebook page: facebook. com/events/1544223362526812 or contact mahglasgow@bellaliant.net for information.
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Saturday, May 2 Evening of Entertainment & Roast Beef Dinner (full course), sponsored by Rotary Club of Hampton, at the Hampton Seniors’ Resource Center. Doors open 6:15, performance at 6:45pm. 50/50 draw, cash bar. Tickets ($50) by contacting John/Rosemary Barnstead 832-5884 or email: rojobarn@ rogers.com. Thursday, May 28 Divine Divas Uptown Dance Party 7:00pm at the Imperial Theatre. Divine Divas celebrates women, the impact they have and roles they play. Tickets are $100, includes a $60 charitable tax receipt and may be purchased online or at the Box Office.
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KINGS WAY CARE CENTRE NEWS On Thursday, March 5 staff and volunteers at Kings Way Care Centre brought a bit of color into the lives of the residents. Many of our residents love to look out our windows and with the snow banks being so high, there was not really too much to see. So staff decided to bring Spring a little closer by painting a garden of color complete with flowers and messages of love. Watching the staff and volunteers create the ‘snow garden’ brought many smiles and laughter and for a while it really did feel like Spring had arrived early!! Fundraising efforts are on-going to complete a Year Round Greenhouse at Kings Way, so even during the cold winter months, our residents can grow and nurture plants. In the interim we are anxious to get back to our community garden at the Qplex. Many thanks to all who were involved in bringing spontaneity and fun to the daily lives of our residents. 0025 Share Your News info@ossekeag.ca
POINT OF VIEW SNOWFALL CASH AND CAUSES With the record breaking snowfall amounts we've experienced this winter, it's no wonder most of us are counting down the days and weeks until we see green grass again. For the skiers and snowmobilers out there, it's been a banner year. Despite the excessive white stuff Old Man Winter has thrust upon us, it's been heartwarming (and entertaining) to see how some people have chosen to make the most of a bad situation. An entrepreneur from the New England states is bottling and selling snow in three convenient sizes - a 480g bottle for $19.99, six pound box for $89 or a 10 pound package for $119. According to his website, ShipSnowYo. com, this guy has actually filled well over 100 orders. It reminds me of the phrase, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” My initial reaction was one of disbelief, but it quickly turned into, why didn't I think of that? It isn't costing him a penny for the product,
he isn't likely to run out of stock… ever, and with only shipping costs to contend with, his profit margin is impressive. There are others who are using the huge snowbanks as a canvas for worthwhile causes. A two-time cancer survivor from Amherst, NS has converted a huge pile of snow into what he's calling the Hill of Hope. Daren White used Kool-Aid and water to paint more than 100 pink cancer ribbons on the impressive snow pile in the Amherst Centre Mall parking lot. His goal is to raise money and awareness for this year's Relay for Life event. Photos of White's Hill of Hope have been shared all over social media sites and his ingenious idea is sure to raise a good amount of money for cancer research and to assist those living with the disease. For a $5 pledge to his relay team, people can guess what date the last of the Hill of Hope will melt and disappear. Closer to home, family members, friends and neighbours of a Belleisle Creek woman battling breast cancer haven't let the cold temps stop them from shaving their heads in a show of support for their friend. Carol
(Joynes) Beckett started her chemotherapy treatments in January and, not wanting her to feel alone in her cancer fight, had a head shaving party. We now have a community full of beautiful, bald women and men. Oh, and several more with dyed pink hair! It's been inspiring to watch Carol and her many supporters share this journey together. Their positive attitude is contagious and serves to remind us all to not sweat the small stuff (gigantic snow banks included). They are living proof that it's not about what life throws your way, but how you choose to react to it. If you have any comments, I'd love to hear from you. My email is: diane@ossekeag. ca. 0032
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FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS 8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, follow us on Facebook Sundays - 7:00pm, monthly meetings the first Sunday each month. All members are encouraged to attend. Tuesdays - Starlite Promenaders square dancing with Jim & Pat MacLean. For more info 763-2634. Wednesdays - Crib, doors open at 6:30 and games begin at 7:30, canteen service available. 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, several building jackpots. For more info contact Chris London 650-1883. Saturday, March 28 - 6:00-10:00pm, Jam Session with many local musicians. Admission $5/person, everyone welcome. More info to follow. We had a great TanJay & Alia Fashion
Show on March 7. We would like to thank Apohaqui Recreation Centre; Kennebecasis Drugs; Kennebecasis FireFighters; Pam Hopey (The Jam Lady): Avon and the Commons Creperie for their support. Also many thanks to our great models: Alice Mullett, Vondelle Perkins, Mavis Kirkpatrick, Marylou Wiggins, Kara Stonehouse, Sandra Mallaley, Chris London, Amy CLowater and Joy CLowater. Also many thanks to Rose Ridgely, Susan Fairweather, Sharon McCue, Celine Percy, Sandra Gould and Megan Cloutier. For information regarding rentals and onsite home cooked catering please call 847-4066 or 847-8332. Follow us on Facebook. 0035
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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 Monday, March 30 Don MacPhail will present “The Grandeur of Life”. This session will run from 7:00-8:00pm at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre. As seating is limited reserve ahead at
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658-2883 or email: connie.browne@ saintjohn.ca. On Monday, April 13 Tony Diamond will be speaking on the nesting seabirds of Machias Seal Island. These presentations take place at the NB Museum at Market Square beginning at 7:00pm. On Saturday, April 18 Jim Wilson will lead an “Early Migrants” birding field trip, departing from the NB Museum at 277 Douglas Avenue at 7:45am. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club, members or not. For more information on the upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org and follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567
Seniors Memorial Bonspiel Results The inaugural Saint John & District Super Seniors Memorial Bonspiel was held at Hampton Curling Club on February 4 with over 30 curlers participating. The Saint John & District Super Seniors Association has been operating for over 30 years and is composed of more than 50 senior
curlers from Hampton Curling Club, Carleton Curling Club, The Riverside Curling Club and Thistle-St. Andrew’s Curling Club. The Saint John & District Super Seniors Association provides healthy active living opportunities for senior men from across the region. 3352
CARD PARTY– ST. ANN’S Weekly Card Party (45's) is held at St. Ann's Church (135 Simpson Drive, Saint John), on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00pm. Admission is $3 and 50/50 tickets are available. The facility is wheelchair accessible. For more information, please call Jeannette at 633-9405. G086
Some of the winners of the bonspiel: Front (l to r): Lloyd McKinley, Peter Taylor, Jim Williamson, Tom Badiuk, Ron Badger Back (l to r): Al Titus, Klaus Klausen, Roy Sears, Ed Reid, Gordon Foster
Opt to Adopt and Help Save a Life! Saint John SPCA Animal The Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue Hours: Rescue provides the following Monday - Closed programs and services: Tuesday - Closed • Temporary shelter, care Wednesday - Closed and animal rescue Thursday - 11 am to 5 pm • Adoption services • Community outreach programs Friday - 11 am to 5 pm Saturday - 11 am to 5 pm • Educational programs Sunday - Closed • Missing pet website service Closed on all stat holidays • Seniors program • Participation in community events • Information sessions in schools (506) 642-0920 • Public tours
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MOTHER AND DAUGHTER FIND HARMONY TOGETHER Sea Belles, Saint John's only ladies barbershop chorus, invites women of all ages and voice ranges who love to sing to come, see and hear for themselves the fun of singing in a cappella harmony. It's not every mother who can say she's in harmony with her teenaged daughter, but that's what Valerie Dingee can say of her 16 year old daughter, Claire. Both are members of Sea Belles, a 53 member ladies chorus
that sings in 4 part a cappella harmony. Valerie joined the Sea Belles five and a half years ago, to pursue an interest in singing. Since that time, she has enjoyed the wonderful camaraderie of the other chorus members, the challenge of competing against choruses from all across North America, and most recently, the pleasure of having her oldest daughter sing with Sea Belles. Dingee adds that both her daughters have been singing in public from a
young age, proudly saying her oldest daughter, Claire, also loves the challenge of singing a cappella. She thrives on the performance opportunities it provides her as well as the chance to sharpen her sightreading and eartraining skills, and for the first time she is also dancing and acting as part of the music. "There does not appear to be an age barrier," Ms. Dingee adds, "as the older and younger chorus members are encouraged to get to know each other and can provide their skills and experiences to make Sea Belles a well-rounded chorus. Sea Belles' Chorus invites women of all ages and voice ranges who love to sing to come, see and hear for themselves the fun of singing in a cappella harmony. Sea Belles meet every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm at Forest Hills School auditorium. Excellent coaching is provided by Sea Belles' Director, Janet Kidd, a well known singer and composer. “If you’ve never sung before, we’ll help you find your voice,” says Vangie Mofford, Sea Belles' Vice President responsible for membership. For more information on Sea Belles, visit: seabelles.ca. 3349
ARTS & CULTURE PARK The outdoor skating rink is open daily (weather permitting) 1000am 10:00pm. We encourage you to wear a helmet while skating. For everyone’s safety the use of sticks and pucks is prohibited on the ice. For current conditions check out our on-line webcam at: quispamsis.ca/ arts_culture.htm to view the skating rink, or call 849-5778. 3343
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GORDON FLOYD MEMORIAL CURLING BONSPIEL The Adib Samaan team from Riverside Country Club won the top prize of $800 at the Gordon Floyd Memorial Curling Spiel held on Jan. 23, 24 & 25th at the Hampton Curling Club. Samaan and his team of third Andrew Buckle, second Mark McKinnon and lead Danny MacDonald defeated Dave Sullivan of Fredericton 10-4 in the final on Sunday. A total of 16 teams participated in this 14th annual event. Other results from the Championship round:
“A” Consolation – Kathy Floyd 8 – Brian Kilpatrick 6 “B” Section – Mark Armstrong 9 – Marlene Vaughan 0 “C” Section - Sarah Mallais 5 – Randy McKim 4 “D” Section – Peter Myers 8 - Roy Sears 7 Eleven curlers qualified for the “Draw To The Button” competition. The final round was won by Randy McKim of Thistle-St. Andrews, who covered the pin and won a GE Dishwasher. 3353
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AUS TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS Members of the Saint John Track Club (SJTC) and UNBSJ were well represented at the 2015 Subway AUS (Atlantic University Sports) Championships held in Moncton on February 28 and March 1. Together they capped off an extremely successful conference where athletes ran, jumped, and threw their hearts out achieving countless personal bests, school records, and medals. Rothesay athletes included Jake Hayes who won the bronze medal as part of
the 4x200m relay and finished 10th in the 60m and Anne Ugabi who won a bronze medal as a member of the 4x200m relay and also finished 7th in the 60m. Saint John athletes attending UNBSJ included Artabaz Nazari who broke the UNB school record in the 60m running 7.01 seconds which won the silver medal and he won a bronze medal in the 4x200m relay. Mike Whitcomb won the silver medal in the 4x400m relay, bronze medal as part of the 4x200m relay, and
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finished 4th in the 60m. Katie Robinson won the silver medal as part of the women’s 4x800m relay and was also 4th in the women’s 3000m. Kyle Lefort won the silver medal in the pentathlon with hardfought performances in the 60m hurdles, long jump, shot put, high jump, and the 1000m. Kyle also competed in individual events running three 60m hurdle races eventually finishing in fourth place in the final, sixth in the high jump, and seventh in the triple jump. Victoria Oduneye was 4th in the weight throw and 10th in the shot put. SJTC athlete Matt McNeil, studying in Dalhousie, won the gold medal in the 3000m and finished 5th in the 1500m. 3391
HRAA DINNER & AUCTION The Hammond River Angling Association is holding its 20th Annual Fundraising Dinner & Auction on Saturday, May 9 at Saint Mark’s Church, 171 Pettingill Road, Quispamsis. Doors open at 6:30pm and the reception features smoked Arctic Char. The entrée is a roast hip of beef. Tickets are reasonably priced at $50. Please join us for a great meal and an evening of raffles, draws, silent auction, live auction and companionship. There is an “early bird” prize for tickets purchased by April 30. As is our tradition, the dinner will honor a member who has made an outstanding contribution to the HRAA. This year we will recognize the long term contributions of Jim Gillespie. This is a great chance for the membership to get involved and support the association. We need your contribution. Come and celebrate the 20th year of the dinner. For information or tickets, contact the HRAA at 8321230. 3402
ASK THE CHEF STIR FRY Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. What is stir fry and why do we do it? Great question and we are going to have to go back in history again for the answer. So what is stir fry? It is the act of cooking vegetables and meats at very high temperatures with very little oil. It started in China during the Han Dynasty about 220 BC. It was a way of drying grains, not meat or vegetables. They would heat the pan and add the grains, stirring quickly as it dried. It was during the Ming Dynasty 1368 that they started adding small amounts of oil and discovered by adding vegetables and meat they could create a hot tasty meal quickly. Stir fries have become known as a healthy option in preparing food today, trapping in vitamins, flavours and colour of the vegetables while only using a small amount of oil in the process. This is
why the wok is essential to a stir fry. It allows the oil to collect in a smaller area at the bottom of the wok, but as you stir constantly, the oil rises up the wok and slides its way back to the bottom. So a little goes a long way in this action. Stir fry was brought to North America by the Chinese. It wasn’t until 1945 that the first cookbook called “How to Cook and Eat in Chinese was introduced. Here stir fry is described as: “Roughly speaking, ch’ao (stir fry) may be defined as a big-fire-shallow-fat-continualstirring-quick-frying of cut-up material with wet seasoning. We shall call it 'stirfry' or 'stir' for short. The nearest to this in western cooking is sauté... because stir-frying has such critical timing and is done so quickly.” So that is how it came to be called stirfry in our culture. It was in the 1970’s that a cookbook described stir-fry cooking as a healthier way to eat that the craze of stir- fry began. Today at our local grocery store, entire sections are dedicated to this cooking
method. You can find already prepared vegetables and 10 plus different premade bottles of sauces all ready for you to open up and stir-fry yourself a meal in a matter of minutes. Of course I would never suggest this as a good way to go. I am a strong believer in doing it yourself. Making your own sauce and preparing your own vegetable and protein of choice but in today’s society, time is everything. Important ingredients you should always have when stir frying besides the oil; ginger, garlic and a little heat from either peppers or powder but it will make all the difference. This is a great cooking method that allows you to experiment with different flavours and never be wrong. 0040
Colin Sifton Owner/Chef, Holly’s Restaurant
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LIBRARY NEWS KENNEBECASIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, 849-5314 Weekly Children’s Programs: Toddler Time: For children ages 18-36 months. New time - every Tuesday 10:3011:00am. Big Kid Storytime: For children ages 3-5. New time - every Friday 10:30-11:00am. Family Drop-In Table: Check out our
family drop-in centre with weekly themes/crafts for parents and/or caregivers and children to enjoy together. Special Events-Children’s Programs: March Break Adventure Camp (for school aged children). Friday, March 20 - 10:30am & 3:30pm, Puppet Show. Saturday, March 21 - 2:00pm, Children’s Matinee Movie - Annie 2014.
Regular Young Adult Programs: Teen Book Club every other Thursday night at 7:00pm. March 5 & 19 Gone by Michael Grant. Regular Adult Programs: Newcomers Coffee Hour: Every Monday from 10:30-11:30am. Knit Wits: Every Thursday from 7:008:00pm. Scrabble Club: Every Monday at 2:00pm. KV Writers Circle: Meets once a month from 7:00-8:30pm. Next meeting on March 19. Adult Movie Program: Every other Monday at 2:00pm: March 30 - The Last Picture Show (1971). Painter’s Circle: Every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm. Computer Help: Get one-on-one help with your computer, by appointment only every Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 2:00-4:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am-12:00noon until March 28. Library Special Events: March Art Displays - Children’s Area: Art by students from Rothesay Elementary School. 0018
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) assists thousands of low-income Canadians each year to prepare and submit current or prior year returns. Volunteers use CRA-approved software and can submit current year returns directly over the Internet (older returns have to be printed and mailed). The program is available free of charge to single taxpayers with income under $30,000, or couples under $40,000. Volunteers do not accept returns for those who are self-employed, in bankruptcy proceedings, or just deceased. This year’s clinic will again be offered at the same location every Tuesday from 9:00am-12:00noon and 1:00-3:00pm until April 28 (except March 17). No appointments are necessary; service is on a first-come first-served basis. For a full listing of clinics, or for further information on the Volunteer Program, visit: cra-arc.gc.ca, or call toll-free 1-855-516-4405 for the Saint John area coordinator of the program. 3371
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES GETTING THE SHOW ON THE ROAD Touring theatre has been around since, well, since theatre. Saint John’s Imperial Theatre was built to host (mostly American) touring companies. Canada’s regional theatre system was originally designed (and funded) for touring. This great tradition is in trouble. Getting a show on the road is expensive. Canadian regional theatres are no longer funded to tour. Ticket prices have not kept up with cost increases. Government and legal fees add up. Touring companies are folding everywhere. Not only is it expensive to get a show on the road, and a logistical nightmare (if you've ever organized a school band trip, you know this) but it's also dangerous. Every few years the Canadian theatre community loses friends to our winter roads. Last month we lost five artists in a Saskatchewan car crash. In short, it is just about impossible to
tour. Which makes me so grateful to the companies which are bringing their work to the Imperial this spring. On April 9, Ontario's Kaha:wi Dance Theatre presents "TransMigration." This piece tells the story of renowned Ojibwe artist Norval Morrisseau through both contemporary and traditional dance. If you've never seen Morrisseau's paintings, check him out online and imagine the kind of vibrant, colourful work a group of performing artists could make with those as a starting point. All the way from Scotland, Catherine Wheels Theatre brings a true story with a strong maritime flavour. Two schoolgirls are being evacuated from England to Halifax in 1940 when their ship is torpedoed. "Lifeboat" is the story of the extraordinary courage that keeps them alive for 19 hours in the North Atlantic. There will be a performance for students at 10:00am on April 21 and one for the general public at 7:30pm on the same day. Finally, closer to home in more than one way, Theatre Newfoundland Labrador
shares "With Cruel Times in Between" on May 8. What if you can't make a living where you want to live? When is a "home town" no longer home? With their signature blend of songs and stories, Theatre NL engages with subject matter sure to touch the hearts of many Saint Johners. The travelling player has always been at the heart of theatre. She brings new ideas, new forms, new air to each community she visits. He challenges local artists to take their work to the wider world. They tell us who we are, and more importantly, who we could be. 0030
Lee Bolton
Executive Director, Imperial Theatre
Alzheimer Cafe
Making More Memories Second Sunday of the month April 12th, May 10th & September 13 Break from June to August 2-4pm at St. Paul’s Church 4 Church Ave., Rothesay NB
The Memory Cafe is a program that combines education, socialization and activity within a safe and inclusive space. It is for both those diagnosed with dementia and their loved ones to attend.
For more information contact Emily Blaney - Regional Coordinator at 634-8722 or fax 648-9404 saintjohn@alzheimernb.ca March 17th - March 30th, 2015
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WALK FOR ALZHEIMER’S
BOWL FOR KIDS’ SAKE
Join families and friends and Make Memories Matter in the Annual Walk for Alzheimer’s on Sunday, May 31. Register online and start fundraising for your chance to win the Grand Prize - The Gift of Flight - courtesy of WestJet for two tickets to any WestJet destination! Online Early Bird Prize - for every $250 raised before April 30, you will be entered in to win a trip for two from Moncton to Montreal courtesy of Via Rail. For more information or to register visit: walkforalzheimers.ca. 3400
We hope you and some friends decide to groove on over for a Disco Dance Party with your bell-bottom pants, platform shoes, polyester leisure suits and wrap dresses, big gold chains and glossy red lipstick! “You should be dancing” with your “Boogie Shoes” under the disco ball and doing “The Hustle” on over to “Funky Town” (BBBS office) to sign up your team of 4 to 6 friends, family or co-workers for this years “Boogie Fever”. Each team will bowl for a 90 minute shift on one of the event days - April 25 & 29 in Saint John at the Fairview Lanes. All you need to do once you sign up is to “Boogie Oogie Oogie” and do some “Jive Talkin” to collect either online pledges or use one of our paper pledge sheets, or you can host an office fundraiser or other event to raise a minimum of $100 per bowler. This event helps to keep BBBS “Stayin’ Alive” so that we can continue to serve over 400 children in mentoring programs in Greater Saint John, Sussex and Charlotte County! If you cannot enter a team you can still help by making a general donation, sponsoring
OUTDOOR SKATING IN KV Arts & Culture Park: The outdoor skating rink is open daily (weather permitting) 10:00am to 10:00pm. We encourage you to wear a helmet while skating. For everyone’s safety the use of sticks and pucks is prohibited on the ice. For current conditions check out our on-line webcam at: quispamsis.ca/arts_ culture.htm to view the skating rink, or call 849-5778. 3403
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a bowler or providing an item as a bowler incentive prize or auction item. For more information, registration and pledge sheets visit: saintjohn.kintera. org/bfks or call 635-1145. Join us for a 70's Blast from the Past Costume Party at Bowl for Kids Sake 2015! 3372
CAMP GOODTIME 2015 The New Brunswick Camp Goodtime and Junior Leadership Program is an accredited summer recreation program that provides a unique experience for children and teens (7-16) with cancer and a sibling or friend. Set in scenic Grand Lake at Camp Rotary, NB Camp Goodtime provides a safetyminded, medically supervised fun and entertaining week of activities at no cost, thanks to our sponsor, the New Brunswick Masons. This year’s camp will take place from July 4-10. For more information on this unique program and to receive a registration package, please contact the Canadian Cancer Society at 1-800-455-9090 and ask to speak with Michelle St-Pierre, or send her an email at: mstpierre@ nb.cancer.ca. 3377
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MUSINGS THE NEXT ONE? It is difficult to believe, but it has been 15 years since Mike and I jumped feet first into the publishing business. The Hampton Herald had been around for 18 years at that time, the Valley Viewer for 8 and the Sussex Signature was a mere 2 years old. The Tides was still several years in the future. It is like watching your children grow up and suddenly you look around and wonder where the time has gone. I am proud of where our community magazines are today. Our new owl logo, the redesign of the layout, the organization of the content to allow us the space to enjoy the contributions of a variety of columnists, and the quality of the work that comes out of this little business. At the same time, we have stayed true to our roots, to the community focus first envisioned by Helen & Bert Boyd back in 1982 when they started this
little retirement project. It is an uplifting experience that brings amazing rewards. But . . . Isn’t there always a but! As Michael will be quick to point out, I am not getting any younger. There are those who think that being a business owner is a coast, free to come and go as you please, show up if you want, and draw down a big salary for little effort. Perhaps that is true for some, but it has never been the way it has operated for me. And after 40+ years in the workforce, I must confess to being ready for a little “me” time. I did try a little step back last summer, but when I lost a couple of staff members I was right back in here and have been ever since. It has become obvious that if I am to get any real “me” time, I must do more than step back, I must step out. That doesn’t mean today, not even tomorrow, but also it doesn’t mean 5 years in the future either. When the obituaries include as many of my contemporaries as they do my parents’ generation, I cannot ignore the reality of my own age.
And just as I would want to ensure my children would be taken care if I had died when they were too young to care for themselves, so too do I want to ensure the future of Ossekeag. Somewhere out there is the person or persons who can make sure that happens. Think you might be the next one? Tired of the corporate world and want to control your own worklife? Want to feel part of something bigger, of giving something back to the community? Want to work with a great bunch of unique personalities? Check out Mike’s Ravings in this issue for a little more of the nuts and bolts, and then get in touch with him if it sounds like you. 0002
Debbie Hickey President, Ossekeag Publishing
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BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296. HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY. Residential, commercial, recreational, restyling and customization, supplies. Offering project classes. Trust your furniture to the professionals. Serving you for almost 40 years. The most upholstery experience around. 8498008. heritageupholstery.com. GETTING MARRIED (BOOK EARLY). Civil weddings performed when and where you choose. Telephone 847-2079. 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. VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY & REFINISHING Craftsmanship. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam,
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The Daffodils Are Back You can help save lives and support those living with Cancer by volunteering for the Canadian Cancer Society between
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We need your help to sell daodils throughout the Greater Saint John Area.
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