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Exactly seven months ago, in June, 2017, I submitted my first editorial to Ossekeag Publishing. The piece was about graduation, and if I’m honest, it was more or less a seven hundred and fifty seven word rant about how graduates need to relax about university, about figuring out what it is they want to be when they grow up, and about the need for parents to separate their own preferences from the process of choosing what career path their child should take. From what I gather, my submission was received very well, and apparently made a lot of sense; a rarity for a lot of my arguments. It’s for this reason that I find it very hard to type what is about to follow, especially considering that, like many of us out there, I hate being wrong. This year has been a revelation for me as I am currently the one facing down the uncertainties of graduation. You see, when I originally wrote that column about graduation, I was a plucky eleventh grader who thought I knew what I was talking about based on conversations with my friends in the 12 grade. This year, I am graduating and in the very same position as the people that I once wrote about; and let me tell you: it is genuinely incredible how a simple change in situation can introduce an entirely new perspective. Of course, not everything has changed since last year, I still firmly believe that parents need to remain supportive while keeping their own dreams out of their child’s plans, thus allowing their child to carve their own path. In addition, I still believe it is a hard truth that we, the students of today, are far too ahead of ourselves when it comes to our futures. In reality, we don’t need to decide whether being a doctor, lawyer or whatever other profession that our hyperactive minds can come up with, is the correct choice for us. That has never changed, and I’ve committed myself to be as stubborn as a mule in a rainstorm on these points. This new perspective of mine did not come to me until I started looking into post-secondary institutions at the beginning of September. Now, when I say that I was looking into post-secondary institutions,
what I really mean is: I was looking into universities. From August to the middle of October, I religiously studied every view book for every English and Bilingual University in eastern Canada; I promise this is not an exaggeration. I can tell you every fact about each; from travel times to dining options, and whether a single room or double room was the best bang for your buck at each institution. What I didn’t realize was that there are so many other options than university. It’s an often forgotten fact that every person learns a different way. On top of this, there’s a sizeable group of students that do not wish to follow the traditional career paths of today. University is not the be all end all for everyone. Community College Trades, on the job training, or a gap-year are all fantastic options that deserve to be explored. It’s up to students to explore all of these while holding none above the other. Find the one that fits your needs and what you want to do. Explore postsecondary institutions and not just universities, learn all of your options, and don’t be discouraged to take the road less traveled. Who knows, you may be like me, and find that university is right for you, or perhaps you’ll break the mold, and be much more adventurous with your post-secondary route. One is not better than the other, all will get you to your destination; however, they can’t if we, students and parents alike, don’t break the societal norm: university and nothing else. 0002 Edited for space, see full article at ossekeag.ca
Tyler Magee Grade 12 student at KV High School
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Basketball Free Throw competition Knights of Columbus Council Fr. M.A. Harris #6766 in Rothesay sponsored the third annual Basketball Free Throw Competition. Council Free Throw Chairman Pat Palmer contacted the Kennebecasis Valley Basketball Association executive with the proposal to conduct the contest with the house league teams for boys & girls between ages 9 & 14. The KVB Association agreed to participate and preliminary competition was conducted with each team to pick the three top free throw shooters to participate in the Council championship. A total of 180 youth participated in the team competition. Following each team competition participants were provided with juice & treats. The championship is set up to have the contestants compete within their own gender and age group. The KVBA president Nancy Butler helped co-host the activity with the Knights on Friday January 26 at Chris Saunders Memorial School. Ten Knights of Columbus members were present to conduct the scoring during the competition. Also, in attendance were four players from the Saint John Riptide a professional basketball team
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playing in the Atlantic Division of the National Basketball League of Canada.; Marvin Binney – 6’ 3” Point guard, JD Tisdale – 6’ 5” shooting guard, Jeremiah Mordi - 6’ 3” Shooting guard and Aavon Redpath – 6’ 5” shooting guard. Forty-five youth participated in the Championship contest and trophies were presented to first, second & third place winners in each age and gender group by Grand Knight David Williams. Following the trophy presentation, the four Riptide Players conducted a skills development clinic for all the participants. Special thanks to KVBA members Sean Creary and Bob Tait and the KVBA executive team and all the coaches for their assistance this year and help in making this a successful and fun event. The top three scorers from each group received trophies. For under 12 girls was Anna Titus, Lily Keffer and Kate Purb. For under 15 girls was Sydney Armstrong, Katie Clark and Mophy Ning. For the under 12 boys it was Will Noseworthy, Josh Kim and Lucas Kilfoil. The under 15 boys were Noah Ryan, Jacob Rockwood and Brady Corbett. 4874
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FUNDRAISER FOR DR. A. T. LEATHERBARROW PRIMARY The Dr. A. T. Leatherbarrow Primary School will be holding an Online Fundraiser Auction through Facebook from April 2nd to 8th, 2018. The Facebook group is called Dr. A.T. Leatherbarrow – Inclusive Education & Play Initiative. Please join the group to monitor our progress, and to get involved in this awesome auction. Money raised through this event will help fund our Inclusive Education & Play Initiative. This will include, but is not limited to, the following: Poured In-Place Rubber Surfacing, Inclusive Playground Equipment, Multi-Sensory Room, Portable Sensory Equipment and Kits. We believe that providing an inclusive environment for all children is important because as Canadians, we value our diverse communities. We believe that these communities start at school, where all students learn to live alongside peers. They learn together; they play together; they grow and are nurtured together. Help us make this playground the first inclusive playground in our community, and our school the first with a Multi-Sensory Room. The improvements we want to make to our school come with a large price tag; however, we are committed to making this happen! You can help us reach our goal. Participate in auction, and get your friends and family involved as well by adding them to the auction page. Donate an item or service for the auction. Make a monetary donation in someone’s honour. Every donation will bring us that much closer to our goal. In acknowledgement of your generosity we will recognize your contribution in several ways, including but not limited to: Facebook, Newspaper(s), Flyers and our school website. Monetary donations can be made by cheque or through e-transfer. Tax receipts for donations over $25 will be provided upon request. E-transfer: datlhomeandschool@gmail.com, and please use Inclusion as the password. Cheque: Please make your cheque out to Anglophone South School District, and mail to: Dr. A T Leatherbarrow Primary School, 122 School Street, Hampton, NB E5N 8H1. Attention: Inclusive Education & Play Initiative. On behalf of the students, parents, and faculty of Dr. A.T. Leatherbarrow Primary School, we thank you for your support. 4875
LIVE WELL WORDS DO HURT Sarcasm is like cheap wine - it leaves a terrible aftertaste ~ Dana Perino. Words really can hurt, just as sticks and stones can break bones…contrary to the children’s rhyme heard in childhood. One way that words hurt is those spoken with sarcasm and cloaked as humor. Though the stated intent is a stab at humor, the real intent is often to wound, criticize or embarrass. Choosing an indirect way to express negativity, the sender avoids a more direct and honest way of communicating their true feelings. Should the receiver interpret the sender’s sarcasm as hurtful or mean spirited, the sender often replies: It was just a joke…can’t you take a joke? The word sarcasm has its origins from late Greek word sarkazein, whose meaning is tear flesh, gnash teeth, speak bitterly. Viewed in this light, sarcasm and sarcastic humor are not quite as harmless as one might think and do not fit into open, honest communication. Those who habitually use sarcastic humor lack courage to say what is
really on their mind. Enough of these little barbs and relationships can be destroyed. Sarcasm is mean, cynical and reinforces negative thinking. It can also be the hallmark of a bully whose use of sarcasm can be a form of aggression and abuse. So, how does one stop being sarcastic? It begins with recognizing sarcasm and being aware when one is using it or it is being used by another. Pay attention to how you feel when sarcasm or sarcastic humor is directed your way; also, watch how others receive sarcasm directed at them. Watch facial expressions and body language, who laughed, who responded with anger and who turned away? You can also ask for honest feedback about your sarcasm from close friends and family members. If you are the sender or user of sarcastic humor, ask yourself if your words hurt or helped another? Were they in keeping with the kind of person you strive to be? Did you have a hidden agenda, something else you really wanted to say? Without accepting responsibility for our words, not much will change. Therefore,
change requires decision to change and developing an action plan. As previously noted, be aware, self-correct, think before speaking and engage others in the change effort by asking for honest feedback. Practice saying what you mean and meaning what you say. A favorite technique is wearing a rubber band around the wrist and giving it a ping whenever there is an incident. Like most things, change requires effort and time, but it is possible with commitment. In childhood, we also learned: If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all. 0008
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT BRING THE MEDITERRANEAN TO YOUR TABLE Have you heard the buzz about the Mediterranean way of eating? It’s a diet based on traditional foods from countries near the Mediterranean Sea, such as: Italy, Greece, Spain, Turkey and Lebanon. Each offers fresh, distinctive and delicious flavors. Research shows that eating the Mediterranean way can reduce your risk of heart disease and other chronic diseases. The best part is you don’t have to travel to get started. Your grocery store is waiting for you to discover all the Mediterranean has to offer. Your taste buds and your heart will thank you. Traditional Mediterranean meals are planned around plant foods. Vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, herbs, spices and olive oil are the foundation of the Mediterranean diet and are enjoyed every day. Include fish and seafood often, at least twice each week. Poultry, eggs and dairy products can be enjoyed daily to weekly. Limit meat and sweets. Try adding more plant-
based protein to your meals by planning a vegetarian meal once a week or adding beans, lentils, nuts and seeds to dishes you already make. If plant-based proteins are new to you, start with lentils. They are small in size and have a mild flavour. Add lentils to soup, salads or pasta sauces. Enjoy nuts and seeds more often by sprinkling them on yogurt, oatmeal and stir fry. You can make Mediterranean inspired meals from the comfort of your own kitchen. Start by filling half of your plate with vegetables at lunch and dinner and focus on fruit for breakfast and dessert. Choose whole grains more often. Try bulgur, wild rice or farro for something different. Use olive oil instead of butter or shortening and flavour food with garlic, herbs, spices and lemon zest instead of salt. Look for freeze dried herbs and herb pastes in the produce department. You will have the taste of fresh herbs without the chopping, and no waste. In addition to the types of food included,
spending time eating together is an important part of the Mediterranean way of eating. Meals are a great time to enjoy food and catch up on the events of the day with family and friends. Even when schedules are busy, try setting aside time to share a meal around the table with the people you care about. Want to learn more about the Mediterranean way of eating? Contact Caroline at caroline.black@sobeys.com for information about nutrition classes and counselling. 0028
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HAMPTON NATURE CLUB The next monthly meeting for the Hampton Nature Club will be held on Tuesday, March 6 from 7:00-9:00pm. Meetings are held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 486 Kennebecasis River Road, Hampton. This months guest speaker is Terry Adair, speaking on Life of the Black Bear. Have you ever seen a Black Bear? Most people don't get to see much of them,
usually crossing a road, in a field or maybe the backyard. Maybe you have seen it's prints, it's scat or while walking in the woods you smelled something a little off and wondered what that was… you're not alone. Overall, Black Bears are pretty elusive, tend to shy away from humans and move more at night then day. For us they seem scary because of their size and the stories we hear. We
invite you to come on out and learn about the Black Bear, fellowship with people who are interested in the great opportunities of the natural world in which we have in our backyards and community and hopefully experience something new about Nature. All are welcome to come to the meetings, there is no cost to attend , so hope we see you on the 6th! Check out our Facebook page at Hampton Nature Club. We post outings, meetings, sightings, anything nature oriented for the greater Hampton area. For more info; paul66jmartin@ gmail.com or call 994-0082 and leave a message. Our Monthly Meetings are on the first Tuesday of the Month from September through to June. All welcome. 0053
CARD PARTY AT ST. ANNE’S Weekly Card Party (45's) is held at St. Ann's Church, 135 Simpson Drive, Saint John, on Wednesdays from 1:003:30pm. Admission is $3. 50/50 tickets are available. Wheelchair accessible. G004
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ROTARY CLUB OF SAINT JOHN Punxsutawney Phil may have ensured another six weeks of winter wonderland - but not for one New Brunswicker. Stephany Peterson, a PhD student at the University of New Brunswick, is traveling over 13000 km to Sri Lanka this week, spending the next three months in the developing Commonwealth country. Her time will be spent working as a Queen Elizabeth Scholar and also Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Colombo. The Rotary Club of Saint John has also found great merit in her efforts and is contributing to her research project. Peterson's interdisciplinary research focuses on developing and implementing intergenerational cultural programs and honing an expertise in assessing impact of projects and organizations whose mandates are non-financial. Working from a foundation of philanthropic and not-for-profit service, Stephany’s next project is inspired by the discovery of the story of a boy and his kite: Keerthihan’s Kite. This illustrated book is the wellspring for developing a project with the goal of its eventual flourish into a sustainable program in both Sri Lanka and at home in New Brunswick.
The island nation of Sri Lanka, located in the Indian Ocean, is a country still healing from a decades-long civil war. To abbreviate, the basis of the conflict was a cultural war amongst the two major demographics of the country, a tension exacerbated to the boiling point of eruption into violent civil war. In the wake of the end of this war, the President declared trilingualism as one of the tools to building a more equitable society. A picture is worth a thousand words, the complexities of Peterson's research is most easily understood by the simple image of a kite. Sri Lanka was once known as Serendip, the root word of serendipity: after discovering Keerthihan’s Kite, it seems an even more appropriate name, says Peterson, to know me is to know my love of books, and so to have found the adventure of Keerthihan, a book that is the vehicle for my work in Sri Lanka, feels serendipitous indeed. The book is about a boy, his grandfather, and a beloved national pastime on Sri Lanka: kites. It was written, illustrated, and translated into English,
Sinhala, and Tamil by Sri Lankans. Peterson has purchased the last remaining copies of the book and also the supplies for making kites Ideally, this combination of reading and kite building activities will act as a way for elders and youth, and both Sinhala and Tamil people, to unite over a common interest and learn each other’s languages and develop trilingual literacy as part of the process, she said. The Rotary Club of Saint John is proud to provide their support in helping Peterson achieve their shared mandates of literacy. The Club’s motto, service above self, is fulfilled through this commitment. Stephany’s intention is to see the elements of an intergenerational cultural program be brought home and applied to New Brunswick’s own bilingualism and intergenerational program efforts. She will be conducting research across New Brunswick in the autumn specifically pertaining to the lived experience of senior financial exploitation. For more information about the project or how to get involved, please contact Stephany at infusion.stephany@gmail. com. 4873
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES NOTES FROM IMPERIAL – MARCH 2018 Historically speaking March is my least favourite month of the year. It seems longer than any month and even though I know that is simply because it follows the shortest month and has no basis in fact, it matters not to me. To me, it is the longest month of the year, period. So…generally speaking from a personal perspective, March is a month to endure on the way to warmer, dryer and greener months. Thank goodness and all things-people-thank-good-stufffor, professionally speaking, March is a rock star. It’s the month that tours hit the road again on a larger scale and our stage lights up many more evenings with music and theatre. Yipee. We kick off a great March 2018 with the charming Colonel Chris Hadfield on Friday, March 2. My Dad is most definitely not a typical theatre-goer, but he is very excited to see Mr. Hadfield and based on sales so far, so are a whole lot of others.
We are following our annual tradition of a daytime Retro Film March Break Movie on Wednesday, March 7 at 2:00pm with the classic that every kid should see on the big screen, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. Then the music kicks in with a gorgeous double bill of Canadian artists Digging Roots & the fabulous William Prince on Tuesday, March 13 followed on Wednesday, March 14 by Symphony New Brunswick’s viola-&-violin-starring Quixotic Passion and culminating with an energetic rock/tribute show from the talented and terribly adorable Billy McGuigan on the Thursday, March 15. At half-way through March you’d think we’d be getting a little tired but you would be so very wrong. We are just getting started. Now, it’s time for theatre. The folks behind the world-wide phenomenon PostSecret have created a wonderful stage show highlighting some of their most poignant and fun secrets and it hits our stage Friday, March 16. This is a very cool show. Check out more about PostSecret at postsecret.com.
That leads us to the wonderful Saint John Theatre Company and their production of Shakespeare in Love. It runs Wednesday, March 21 to Saturday, March 24 with enough show options and times to fit any busy schedule. And because we are most definitely of the school of last-but-not-least we finish off this rather wonderful March with a hugely popular Retro Film screening of Jesus Christ Superstar on Monday, March 26 and Maritime’s Sweetheart, Heather Rankin on Wednesday, March 28. So…yes March is freakishly long (even though it is not technically) and it seems to enjoy making the originally, pretty, white snow dirty and slushy as well as seeming to revel in making us wait for spring. I will forgive March and get outside more often and thank March for being just that bit warmer and giving us longer days and more music and theatre. We hope you’ll join us. B. xo 0030 Bethany Stout
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BASEMENT PLAYERS FINAL PERFORMANCES The Basement Players Inc have set our schedule for this year, as well we have chosen out charity to donate to, and have an announcement to make. We have chosen the Sussex and Hampton Food Banks to receive this years donation of monies raised from our shows. Sadly, this will be the final year The Basement Players perform. It is our 31st year and we've raised nearly $145,000 for various charities in that time, however feel it is time to hang it up so to speak. This year we will be performing The Capper Trap by Matthew Begbie. The dates and locations of shows are as follows: Saturday, March 10 - Hampton United Church (sponsored by the church); Saturday, March 17 - Saint Paul's United Church, Sussex (sponsored by Scouts); Saturday, March 24 - Silver Falls United Church, Saint John (sponsored by the church); Saturday, April 7 - Jemseg Lions Club (sponsored by the Lions Club); Saturday, April 14 - Lorneville Community Hall (sponsored by the Women's UCW); Friday, April 20 - Belleisle Regional High School (sponsored by The Basement Players); Saturday, April 21 - Saint John's United Church hall, Sussex Corner (sponsored by First Sussex Pathfinders); Saturday, April 28 - Petitcodiac School (sponsored by Saint James United Church) Doors open at 6:30pm and show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $10/adults, $5/ kids aged 6-12, free for kids 5 and under. Tickets available at the door. 4858
LOYALIST CITY RIBFEST ON THE MOVE On June 14-17, 2018, Uptown Saint John will come alive to the smells of barbeque wafting from the fourth annual Loyalist
City RibFest. After three successful years at Exhibition Park, the organizers of Loyalist City RibFest are moving the event uptown to Long Wharf. The new location will give the event more flexibility and room for growth, with lots of room for parking that will be available for attendees by donation only. Loyalist City RibFest is a barbeque festival with at least four professional pitmasters competing for awards such as best ribs, best sauce, and the coveted people’s choice award. In addition to the travelling pitmasters, there will be other vendors offering such treats as lemonade, slushies, curly fries, bloomin’ onion, corn on the cob. There will be musical entertainment all weekend with 14 different artists playing the stage in the main tent as well as a bar featuring beer, wine, cider, and soft drinks. Loyalist City RibFest is a charity event with proceeds going to the Saint John Y Service Club (formerly the Saint John Y’s Men’s Club) and shared with several local charities during the event as well as distributed back to the community through the club’s support of many worthwhile individuals and organizations in the Greater Saint John area. 4860
SAINT PATRICK’S WEEK 2018 EVENTS On Friday March 9 at 12:00noon; the official opening of St Patrick’s Week with the annual Flag Raising outside City Hall. All welcome. Saturday, March 10 at 12:30pm; the Irish Canadian Cultural Association Luncheon at the Delta Brunswick Hotel. Music by Comhaltas. Tickets: $40/person Advance only. Call Marijke Blok 672-0294. Sunday, March 11 at 1:00pm; A Memorial Service at the Celtic Cross (St. Patrick’s Square) to honour those immigrants who
died on Partridge Island. All welcome. Thursday, March 15 from 7:00– 9:00pm; Irish Literature and Storytelling at the Saint John Free Public Library. Sponsored by the Irish Canadian Cultural Association. This is a free community event. Music by Comhaltas. Saturday, March 17 from 9:00am– 1:00pm; the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast at O’Leary’s Pub on Princess Street, Saint John. This extremely popular event is a fundraiser for L’Arche. Tickets at the door are $9/ adults and $6/Children. Entertainment is by Comhaltas and Friends. Saturday March 17 at 12:00noon; St. Patrick’s Day Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Waterloo Street. Reception and music afterwards. 4876
FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS 8 River Road, Rothesay, 8474066, follow us on Facebook. Tuesdays 7:00pm, Starlite Promenaders, for more info contact Pat MacLean at 763-2634. Tuesdays & Wednesdays - 6:30pm, TOPS group. Wednesdays - Crib - doors open at 6:30pm, games begin at 7:30pm. Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 5:45pm, games begin at 6:50pm. Saturday, March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day Dance with Steve Lyons from 8:0011:00pm. $10/person at the door. Sunday, March 18 - Bob Burgess & Friends at 2:00pm. Rental and catering information available by calling 847-4066. The Fair Vale Outing Association collects non-perishable foods at the Thursday night bingo. Bring a $1 value food item and you receive a double action bingo card to play. 0035
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Monthly Breakfast/Brunch/Bake Sale at Church of St. Andrew & St. David 164 Germain Street from 9:00am-12:00noon. $10/adults, $4/children under 10, $25/ family of 4. Info: 634-3092. Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser and Silent Auction at Kingston Baptist Church from 4:30-6:30pm. In support of Sanyu Babies Home Project in Kampala, Uganda.
Nominate an Outstanding Volunteer deadline. Do you know someone in Quispamsis who should be recognized for their outstanding volunteer efforts? Go to he Town Hall or online at quispamsis.ca.
61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@bellaliant.net. Branch Hours: Monday-Wednesday 1:00-6:00pm; Thursday & Friday 1:00pm-12:00midnight; Saturday 1:006:00pm; Sundays 10:30am-6:00pm. Sundays - Sunday Brunch 10:30am1:00pm, 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, $4/children under 10 years . Everyone welcome. Sundays - Shuffleboard at 2:30pm, everyone welcome. Open Mic at 3:00pm. Bring your talent and have some fun. Everyone welcome. Thursdays Texas Hold-Em Tournaments 6:45pm registration, games at 7:00pm. 40 tickets (max) available per tournament. Tournament cost $20. Fridays - Cribbage night 7:30pm. Registration at 7:00pm. $6/person. Cash given out for high hand. Bring a partner. All welcome. Volunteers for Sunday Brunch wanted. We are in need of a cook on a three week rotational basis. Contact the branch if you would like to volunteer. 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
Friday, March 16 Movie Night featuring Wonder 7:00pm at Holy Trinity Church, 2 Hammond River Road, across from Polish Cafe. Popcorn and beverage free. Bring an item for KV food bank or a donation. Info: 847-0850. Saturday, March 17 Homestyle Breakfast Saint Andrew’s Kirk Church Hall, 196 Hammond River Road from 8:30-10:30am. Tickets at the door, $8/ person. KVHS Safe Grad St. Patrick’s Day Dance at 8:30pm. Featuring Southern Comfort Band, $25/person at the Quispamsis Lions Club. Tickets available at Kennebecasis Drugs. Thursday, March 22 GriefShare begins a new 13 week cycle. This is a church-based grief support group at Kings Way Assembly, 7 Kingsway Dr, Quispamsis. Thursdays at 2:00pm. Register at griefshare.org or 343-0993. Saturday, March 24 Curl For Mental Health at Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club. $250/ per team. Lunch provided, two fourend games, 50/50, etc. Info; 633-1705, saintjohn@cmhanb.ca or cmhanb.ca/ curlformentalhealth. Thursday, March 29 Seniors luncheons St. Augustine’s Church (corner of Quispamsis and Pettingill Roads) at 12:00noon. Free will offering. Info 849-8464. Last Thursday of the month. Saturday, March 31 Easter Fun at the qplex starting with a Easter Egg Pancake Breakfast from 11:00am-1:00pm. Family Games from 12:00-1:00pm followed by a Family Magic Show at 1:00pm.
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Thursday, April 12 United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada special presentation on NB Loyalist Journeys. 7:00pm at the SJ Free Public Library, Market Square. Guest speaker, Leah Grandy. Info: 632-3485. Thursday, April 26 Seniors luncheons St. Augustine’s Church (corner of Quispamsis and Pettingill Roads) at 12:00noon. Free will offering. Info 849-8464. Last Thursday of the month.
KV MEMORY CAFE This month will see the Kennebecasis Valley Memory Café in a new location, Shannex Parkland in the Valley, still on Sunday, March 11 the second Sunday of the month from 2:00-4:00pm. This monthly program of the Alzheimer Society focuses on socialization with an educational component. The Café includes a presentation on a different topic each month, followed by entertainment and refreshments. This program is for people of all ages at all stages of the dementia journey. Details and directions will be made available shortly. For more information please contact Mark Harris of the Alzheimer's Society at 634-8722 or email mharris@ alzheimernb.ca. 4880
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP The Greater Saint John Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month (September-June) in the Community Hall of the St. James the Less Church (1760 Rothesay Road), starting at 7:00pm. For more information contact Group Co-Ordinator, Doug Moore 847-1628 or dougmoore@live.ca. G002
KV ART GATHERINGS KV Art Gatherings are held bi-weekly on Fridays 9:45am-12:45pm. All levels welcomed to come and paint/draw in a peaceful, friendly environment hosted by St. James the Less Church. For more info: Cynthia Cudmore 8492680 or Cynthia.Cudmore@gmail.com. G152
LIFE BALANCE JUST BREATHE Deep breaths are like little love notes to your body. - Anonymous. I have touched on the importanceofbreathinginmyarticleInhale. Exhale, however, I believe that breathing, as a relaxation technique, is effective and beneficial enough that I have decided to write another article on it. This article, however, demonstrates how breathing can help rebalance your nervous system, and thus improve your body and mind. Even though we may not be facing lifethreatening situations, our nervous system may still interpret our daily stressors as such and keep us in a perpetual state of fear, stress and anxiety. This response may in turn affect our nervous system by negatively influencing our cortisol levels, adrenal glands and hormonal balance. Consequently, our emotional, physical and mental health, as well as our longevity, may all be impacted. To help ward off these negative symptoms of prolonged stress and anxiety, routinely breathing in a deep, slow and steady
way should be incorporated in your daily routine. From a yogic-science point of view, breathing (also known as pranayama) is where you manipulate the breath by observing, expanding and retaining it. Breathing in this way promotes oxygenation of the blood, improves circulation and improves memory and retention. It also signals our parasympathetic nervous system to slow down our heartbeat and shallow breathing. So whether it’s in the morning before getting out of bed, in the middle of a chaotic day, or right before bed to help you unwind, finding the time to intentionally breathe is crucial to your mental, physical and emotional health. By practicing the technique of deep breathing, you can include mindfulness meditation by observing the breath, therefore, fixating the wandering mind on one point of concentration. By doing so, you are actively decreasing your heart rate, which may be accelerated due to
anxious and stress-provoking thoughts. There are countless guided breathing videos and apps available to help you implement breathing as an effective way of rebalancing your nervous system. In researching breathing videos, you may notice a variety of different techniques available. My advice is to try a few different techniques in hopes of finding one that works best for you. My personal favourite, as mentioned in a previous article, is the app called CALM. This app has a guided meditation feature along with a guided breathing option. 0040
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are looking to grow our team! Are you an energetic, outgoing, and dependable team player? We are hiring an individual for our Paint Department and Window Treatments. Experience would definitely be an asset. Please apply by bringing your resume to our showroom at 117 Hampton Rd, Rothesay, NB or email it to sales@designby.ca
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MARTIN COUGAR MAGNUM Compound bow, up to 70lbs at 32”, target arrows, 832-3220.
SERVICES OFFERED REGISTERED FOOT CARE NURSE is 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 506-607-2178. Covered with most insurance plans. WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 7632933 or 333-9067.
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. BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296. BUYING JUNK CARS. I pay cash for cars, trucks and farm machinery and we now also do towing. Call 721-4255. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699.
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. 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. KV UPHOLSTERY & SEWING machine repair. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship.
BUSINESS WHO’S WHO ROOFING CONTRACTOR PLUME’s Roofing
Roofing • Siding • Windows • Doors Old or New Roofs Licensed & Insured • Lux Warranty
Matt Plume • 721-7451 plumeconstruction@gmail.com
Call 832-5613 to book your space. Next Issue: March 20 Deadline: March 13
AT YOUR SERVICE If it is time to spruce up your home or office, it’s time to call
Pappy’s Painting & Minor Repairs
“We are not satisfied until you are.”
849-9197
Quality Residential Painting Interior Prompt Service Exterior Reasonable Rates
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AT YOUR SERVICE GARY CROSSMAN MLA - Hampton GaryCrossman.ca
Constituency office: gary.crossman@gnb.ca 39 Railway Crescent, Hampton : 832-5700 Mon: 9-12pm & 1-4pm Tues,Wed,Thurs: 9-1pm Closed Fridays
654-7399 @maidtosparkleandshine
Residential, Commercial, Construction Clean-up, RV's, Cottages Servicing Grand-Bay to Hampton & "everywhere in between"
We also do Boat Cleaning & Buffing!
Jennifer Nelson RAc, RMT Registered Acupunturist & Massage Therapist
• Direct billing & Online booking • Pain relief • Treatment of tendonitis, plantar fascitis, anxiety disorders, digestive & fertility issues • Also offering Cupping 116 Hampton Road Rothesay, NB info@merakiwellness.ca
Meraki Acupuncture And Massage Therapy 849-4517
Keith’s Tax Service
Income Tax Preparation/E-File 12 years Professional Service Most Returns $50.00
Final Returns / Rental / RRSP / Moving Medical / Capital Gains / Employment Income / Investments & More cell 506.333.1198
e-mail keithoulton@gmail.com 578 Hall Road Hampton
“Lamb Chops Prices” 755 Rothesay Ave, Saint John, NB
506-633-8000 See Our Online Showroom
S&S Self Storage Units
• Vehicle Storage • Boats • Motorcycles • Snowmobiles • All Terrain Vehicles • Household Items • File Storage
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Cell 647-9602 Office 832-3539
55 Robertson Rd, Hampton, NB
about a minute and a half from the highway, Hampton Exit #158
tel: 832-5613 242 main street hampton, nB e5n 6B8 info@ossekeag.ca March 6th - March 19th, 2018
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KVHS Safe Grad Presents
St. Patrick’s Day
Saturday, March 17th 8:30pm
Featuring........ Quispamsis Lions Club
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