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With summer still about thirteen months away... that’s right we won’t see it until next year. I thought that we probably should just have a good laugh or two, because I’m tired of crying. From “lotsofjokes. com”. Let's face it: Canadians are a rare breed. The Official Canadian Temperature Conversion Chart 50° Fahrenheit (10° C) • Californians shiver uncontrollably. • Canadians plant gardens. 35° Fahrenheit (1.6° C) • Italian Cars won't start • Canadians drive with the windows down 32° Fahrenheit (0° C) • American water freezes • Canadian water gets thicker. 0° Fahrenheit (-17.9° C) • New York City landlords finally turn on the heat. • Canadians have the last cookout of the season.
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PORT SAINT JOHN COMMUNITY DAY Carnival atmosphere – right in Saint John’s front yard. Port Saint John’s 5th Annual Community Day takes place on Sunday, June 7 from 11:00am-3:00pm on the waterfront. Explore the Marco Polo and Diamond Jubilee Cruise Terminals, learn about the Port and its partners, bounce on the inflatable castles, play carnival games, indulge in some barbecue and cotton candy and more. There will be entertainment for all ages. Last year more than 8,000 people attended, don’t miss this year’s event! Special thanks to our co-presenting sponsors Irving Oil & TransCanada Pipelines. 3474
SEA BELLES' FASHION SHOW Sea Belles is sponsoring a Spring Fashion Show on Wednesday, May 20 at Portland United Church, 50 Newport Crescent, Saint John. See the latest spring fashions from three local retailers. Come and see our Director, Janet Kidd, model the red dress designed by Monique Thompson for Heart Truth Gala, Heart and Stroke Foundation. Doors open 6:00, show at 7:00pm. Sea Belles members will be modelling and performing musical selections. Light lunch will be provided. Tickets ($15) available from any Sea Belle or contact Sue Rose 636-8070; inquire@seabelles.ca or pr@ seabelles.ca No tickets at the door. On June 5-8 Sea Belles are heading to St. John’s Newfoundland to compete
in the Atlantic Harmony Barbershop Competition and this fashion show will help us get there! A percent of all fundraising activities such as the fashion show, is donated to Romero House and Sophia Recovery Centre, and support chorus competition expenses. For more information, visit: seabelles.ca. 3487
THE BASEMENT PLAYERS INC Due to unforeseen circumstances, The Basement Players were unable to present a play this year. We hope to continue our performances and are looking forward to seeing all of you at our play in the spring of 2016. We would like to thank our sponsors, our loyal audiences and all the people who have helped us in many ways over the years. Basement Players is looking for individuals who would be interested in joining their group for the 2016 performance. For more information please call 839-2334. 3441
QUILT FUNDRAISER FOR KC MUSEUM The Kings County Historical & Archival Society, Inc will be selling tickets on a quilt as a fundraiser for the Kings County Museum, and their ongoing projects, etc. The quilt is queen sized, about 88” x 100”, and features a variety of birdhouses in the pattern. Tickets are available for sale at the Kings County Museum in Hampton (832-6009), and also available from society members. 3484
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NEWS FROM ROTHESAY KINGS ROTARY We are a group of like-minded, caring, dedicated individuals who give of our time and talent to improve our local and international communities. We meet regularly to learn, educate and foster a better understanding of the world we live in and how we can make a difference. Recently, we embarked on an effort to support the KV Food Basket. We targeted the Highland Avenue area of Rothesay by leaving empty re-usable grocery bags
graciously donated by the KV Superstore. On another day, we went back to the neighbourhood and collected the filled bags from homeowners’ doorsteps. We ‘Bagged the Bounty’! It is our intent to do this a few times a year. Next time, it could be your neighbourhood! The Rothesay Kings Rotary Club meets on Monday evenings from 5:30-6:30pm at Peddlers Creek, 141 Hampton Road, Rothesay. Come join us!! 3472
KENNEBECASIS RIVER RUN Get your canoes and kayaks ready for a great day on the Kennebecasis River Saturday, June 6 (rain date Sunday, June 7). Everyone is welcome to participate. A barbeque will follow at the Apohaqui Recreation Centre in Jones Memorial Park at 12:30 pm, for all participants of the River Run. There will be prizes and a Paddle & Safety Clinic at 1:30pm. Participants must pre-register by June 2. Contact Anita Corbett at 433-5460 or email: corbettr@nbnet.nb.ca to register and for more information. We will be launching from behind Sobe’s at 9:30am. Sponsored by Apohaqui Lower Millstream Recreation Council. 3485
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CAN WE HELP YOU??? July 13 - 17, 2015, we will host a TIDAL IMPACT TEAM (high school and middle school youth and leaders part of an event coordinated by the Convention of Atlantic Baptist Churches). They want to give their mornings to serve the community in Quispamsis. They are looking for your input. How would you like to see them serve the Quispamsis community? Give us your ideas by May 22, 2015 E-mail your ideas to kubc@nb.sympatico.ca or give us a call at 847-5822
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ASK THE CHEF HOME MADE FRIES Colin Sifton here again with an answer to your question. This week I received a question about french fries. I’ve tried to make my own homemade french fries but they never come out like ones from stores or restaurants. What am I doing wrong? The answer is you are not doing anything wrong. You will never be able to reproduce the frozen french fries you buy in a store. The ones used in restaurants are all from the same producers as your local grocery store, they just come in a larger package. There are three major producers of french fries in North America and two are from the Maritimes - McCains and Cavendish. They have shoestring, crinkle cut, 7/16th, skin on, skin off, crispy fry, and the list goes on and on. If you look at the ingredients on the bag you will notice it contains more than just potato, oil and salt; yet the ones
you make at home are just that. All processed food contains preservatives and additives, but at home you are not going to add any of these. Some frozen french fries often have potato starch added to the outside to make the outside crispy. This is the first reason of the difference. Second reason is that restaurants always use deep fryers, cooking from frozen to done in just over a minute. Cooking in your oven or in a smaller amount of oil in a pan you can’t expect to get a similar product. Now if you do have a deep fryer and are cutting your own fries you still will not get the same product. The reason why is the potatoes you are using are raw and the frozen ones are just frozen, already cooked. Now I love home-cut fries. All I do is cut battons of potatoes, leaving the skins on. Toss in a bowl with salt, pepper and olive oil until the battons are well coated. Place on an oiled baking sheet and cook at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. I will check them after about
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FAMILY PLUS SPRING PROGRAMS Family Plus is pleased to provide group programs to the community, organizations and Employee Assistance Programs. This spring we are offering a slate of evening programs. All programs are six-weeks in length and are held at the offices of Family Plus/Life Solutions, 199 Chesley Drive, Suite 204, Saint John. The costs of the programs are $80 with workbook included. Pre-registration required for all groups. Call 634-8295 for more information or to register Wednesday, May 20-June 24: 7:009:00pm, Active Parenting Now (5-12 year olds) - learn how to build a stronger relationship with your children, instill self-esteem and apply key discipline methods. 3373
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• We are a provincially licensed and regulated childcare facility • Our programs promote physical, emotional, cognitive, language and social growth in a stimulating environment while enhancing the children’s self-esteem. • Our educators are trained in: Early Childhood Education, New Brunswick Curriculum Framework for Early Learning and Child Care, Each Child Matters, Jolly Phonics, ABC Boom; Quality Measurement Tools: ECERS-R, ITERS-R, and CIS plus numerous other professional development courses. • Your child will receive age appropriate quality preschool classes and child care • All of our employees have current First Aid/CPR, Criminal Record Vulnerable Sector Check and Social Development Check. For more information regarding times, prices or to register your child(ren) please contact: Jodi.green@kingsvalley.ca or 847-5343 (ext 2) Visit KVEEC.ca Kings Valley Early Education Centre, 332 Hampton Road, Quispamsis (506) 847-5343 (ext 2)
GET FISHING HOW DO YOU GET TO YOUR FISHING HOLE? After a very long and hard winter, warmer temperatures have finally ushered in another great fishing season. In our backyard there are countless opportunities for anglers of all ages and skill levels, and an amazing variety of adventures waiting for you to enjoy. How do you prefer to get to your favorite fishing hole; walk, paddle or drive? Loading up a backpack, grabbing a rod and hiking into the woods is how I started as a child and was one of the most influential experiences to shape who I am as an adult. Sharing this experience with my Dad gave me an appreciation and love for nature and memories I’ll never forget. We would fish along a stream or around a pond, enjoy a ‘mug up’, and often camp for the night, eventually returning home with a few trout for a family meal. Today, my personal preference is
to fish from a kayak. Fishing kayaks today are much more capable and versatile than many realize. With a high quality fishing kayak or canoe, you can carry lots of fishing and camping equipment, move along fairly quickly and even fish standing up! Kayaking is far less expensive than a motor boat, requires no maintenance or registration, is great exercise, and you can go virtually anywhere. Should you be interested in giving kayak fishing a try, look up the “Greater Saint John Kayak Anglers”, a local social group with members of all ages and experiences. Here you’ll find lots of people eager to offer advice, answer questions and of course go fishing with you! Finally, many people prefer to use a motorboat. Boats these days are amazing with lots of variety, customizations and options to choose from. Aside from the speed at which you can get to your fishing spot, they are roomy, have live wells to hold fish, places to store many
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Tuesday, May 12 Spring Bridge & Dessert fundraiser, to help send youth to summer camps, 1:004:00pm at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 4 Church Ave, Rothesay. Phone church office (847-1812) to reserve your table soon. $12/person and all that amount goes to camp placements.
Thursday, May 14 Seniors’ Swing into Spring Party starting at 11:45am in the qplex Conference Centre - lunch and music with Delbert Worden. Tickets are available 848-5900. Big Night Out in support of Big Brothers/ Big Sisters 6:30-11:00pm at Rothesay Netherwood School (Heritage Hall). Buffet dinner, entertainment, auction and
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Saturday, May 16 Annual Flea Market & Bake Sale Fundraiser for the Kingston Peninsula 140 Army Cadets at the Moss Glen Legion 9:00am-1:00pm. Canteen. Table rentals ($10 each) 763-3773 or email kmiller@bellaliant.net. Annual Spring Tea at the Kingston Parish Hall 12:00noon-2:00pm. Cost is $6/person. Tea/coffee, sandwiches and sweets will be served. Plant Sale - Kings County Historical Society 9:00am-1:00pm at the Midland Community Hall, 8 Upper Midland Road, off Route 124. Annuals, perennials, bushes, trees, gardening curiosities. Plants can be dropped off Friday evening/ early Saturday morning. Proceeds to Kings County Museum. All welcome. National Fiddling Day Concert, celebrating our history & culture, 2:004:30pm at Harbour View High School (Douglas Avenue, SJ). All fiddlers are welcome to participate. General admission $10. More info Marie/Jim 6724697. Steubenville Atlantic 2015 2nd Fundraiser - flea market/BBQ and silent auction 8:00am-1:00pm at St. Joachim’s Church Hall. Donations can be dropped off any Friday evening at the Bingo hall. Info - Joseph 721-8258. Funds teens attending Steubenville Atlantic 2015. Singles and Friends dance at the Branch 69 Legion, Wilson St W, Saint John with band “Hooked On Country”. Doors open at 8:00pm and band plays 9:00pmMidnight. Admission $6 at the door and is open to anyone over the age of 19. Wednesday, May 20 Annual Play Cards for Hospice Luncheon in support of Bobby’s Hospice 12:00noon at St. Joachim’s Church, Loch Lomond Road. Lunch and stay to play cards if you choose. Tickets are $12 and includes eligibility for the special prize draws. Tickets: Leotta 696-4487 or Hospice 632-5593. Lobster
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Saturday, May 23 Quispamsis Town-wide Yard Sale, 8:30am-1:00pm, rain or shine. Kid’s Beach Party & Silent Auction 1:00-3:00pm at St. David’s United Church (7 Gondola Point Road), wear beach gear & enjoy carnival games. $2 at the door. Proceeds to Rothesay Nursery School. Info: 847-1810 or visit: rothesaynurseryschool.com. All welcome. Kings County Historical & Archival Society will hold its next meeting at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 4 Church Avenue, Rothesay, beginning at 2:00pm. Jackie Bartlett will speak about “The History & Etiquette of Afternoon Tea”. All are welcome. Community Homestyle Breakfast at
St. Andrew’s Kirk United Church (196 Hammond River Road) 8:30-10:30am, $8 at the door. All welcome. Country Music Show, 7:00pm at the Millstream Rec Centre (Berwick), evening of good entertainment with MC Mike Whalen. $7.50/person, lunch provided. Bake sale (home baking) table. Sponsored by Wesley United Church.
Sunday, May 24 NB Gospel Music Hall of Fame Concert at Lancaster Baptist Church (87 Church Ave, West SJ) 2:004:00pm with Hazel Marie Robertson, McCready Legacy & Keith Young. Freewill offering, proceeds to the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Info: 6524726. KVHS Safe Grad Fundraiser - one show only, 2:00pm, with SPIDEY the Mentalist/Hypnotist. tickets ($10) can be bought in advance at the KVHS library. Proceeds to KVHS Safe Grad 2015.
Lobster Supper, sponsored by KOC Council #6766, 5:30pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Hall in Rothesay. 125 tickets at $30 each (until 6:00pm May 21). Contact Norm 8492825 or Joe 847-4156. Take out and seating for groups is available.
Tuesday, May 26 Sussex Art Club meeting 1:00pm in the Sobey's Community Room (upstairs), Sussex. New time/location for this meeting, lift is available, ask Sobey's staff for help. If interested in showing work at Fall Show, contact Erma Macaulay: ermag@rogers. com/433-3872. Wednesday, May 27 SJ Branch NB Genealogical Society meeting 7:00pm at the SJ Free Public Library (Multipurpose Room). Guest speaker, Christopher Osborne, will show pics from 1900’s to present day, showcasing waterfront/harbour of SJ.
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LISTEN IN BOB DYLAN TRIBUTE IN ROTHESAY Bob Dylan (Born Robert Allen Zimmerman, May 24, 1941) has always been a mystery to me. His life and music is the stuff of folk-legends, dusty dirt roads and train riding troubadours. A highly intelligent character and poetic songwriting genius, Dylan has always kept us transfixed on his every move both musically and personally. At times I often wonder what is real and what he wants us to believe is real. One thing has remained true throughout the decades since Dylan first appeared onto the scene and into our consciousness. Dylan and his music are timeless, poetic, compelling, contradictory and always relevant! Dylan on film has even helped fuel the mythical multi dimensional man they call “Bob Dylan�. A few stand out must see movies and documentary films you need to watch are; “No
Direction Home� “I’m Not There� and the stranger journey of the “Ballad of AJ Weberman�. AJ Weberman is known for popularizing (if you can say that) the terms “garbology� and "Dylanology�. This film needs to be seen to be believed. Here is the trailer for it at the bottom of this article. The “Dylan Birthday bash� is the brainchild of local folk troubadour Brent Mason and some of his musical friends. It has become a very much anticipated show where casual Dylan fans, BD fanatics and local music scene-goers get together to celebrate the man’s birthday (Dylan turns 74 years young) and of course the music. This year’s event features the music from his 1975 album “Blood on the Tracks�. Each performer on the bill performs a song from this landmark album and the list of artists participating is impressive to say the least. The artists included in the festivities are – Bill Preeper, Clinton Charlton, Brent Mason Band, Grant
Heckman, Debbie Adshade, Marissa Sollows, Mckayla Arseneau, Mike Biggar, Mike Peters and Sandy Mackay. The show takes place Saturday, May 23 (8:00pm) in the Valley at the Barrel’s Head Gastropub and Wine bar. Tickets are only $10 and I encourage you to get them in advance at the venue or at Backstreet Records on Germain Street in Uptown Saint John. “It's the words, the achingly beautiful words!� Brent Mason say’s in answering why people seem so fascinated by Dylan. I’ll be there! Get some friends together and lets make a night of it! #TheTimesTheyAreaChangin. 0041
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LIBRARY NEWS KENNEBECASIS PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, 8495314 Weekly Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs: Toddler Time: For children ages 18-36 months every Tuesday 10:30-11:00am. Big Kid Storytime: For children ages 3-5 every Friday 10:30-11:00am. Family Drop-In Table: Check out our family drop-in centre with weekly themes and crafts for parents and/ or caregivers and children to enjoy together. Special Events - Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs: New! Babies at the Library - you and your baby will participate in songs, rhymes and stories to enjoy together. Registration is required. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Matinee Movie - Saturday, May 23 - Muppets from Space. Puppet Show - Friday, May 15 at 10:30am & 3:30pm. Regular Adult Programs: Mondays: 10:00am-1:30pm, Quilt Nook in the Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Multi-Purpose room; 10:30-11:30am, Newcomerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee Hour; 2:00pm, Scrabble Club. Wednesdays 10:00am-1:00pm, Painterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle. Thursdays - 7:00-8:00pm, Knit Wits. Adult Movie Program - 2:00pm, May 25 - The Hundred Foot Journey. Thursday, May 14 - 7:00-8:30pm, KV Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle. Special Events: May Art Displays - Art from students of Rothesay Park Middle School; in celebration of Asian Heritage Month an art exhibit on the Peking Opera. Wednesday, May 13 - 12:00noon, Asian Health & Wellness Lunch and Learn. 0018
SUSSEX DOWNTOWN CRUISE NIGHTS 2015 Spring is in the air and the dates have been set for another Cruise night season in Sussex. All events start at 6:00pm weather permitting. May 28 - Sussex Train Station; June 11 - Peter St. Street Dance (June 25 rain date for dance, otherwise Regular Cruise Night behind Tim Hortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at 638 Main Street); July 9 - Automotive Heritage Month Celebration behind Timâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (July 23 rain date for Automotive Heritage Month Celebration, otherwise Regular Cruise
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UNITED WAY COMMUNITY FUNDING The United Way Serving Saint John, Kings, and Charlotte announced funding of nearly $900 000 to 21 community projects earlier this year based on an initial 52 requests. As of May 4, charities or qualified organizations from Kings, Charlotte or Saint John Counties can submit a brief Letter of Intent to be considered for funding. The deadline to submit the Letter of Intent is July 1. Between now and July 1 the United Way will be offering information sessions throughout the region and will be available to offer guidance. Last year the United Way received 52 applications and expects more this year. The United Way is eager to see great ideas from charities throughout the region with which we can partner to make a positive impact in our community. Applying for United Way funding is a 3-phased process. The Community
Investment Advisory Committee, a team of volunteers who represent investors, individuals with non-profit and business expertise, review each phase and prepare recommendations to the United Way board of directors. The Letter of Intent is the first phase; agencies provide a high level description of the need in the community and proposed solution. The Committee reviews Letters of Intent and a shortlist of applicants is invited to the second phase, full application. The full application is loosely based on the “Lean Business Model Canvas” and is due end of September. The final phase is an interview with Committee members to determine the number of years and size of grant to be recommended. Charitable organizations or coalitions can apply for United Way funding at the following link: agency.e-cimpact.com/ login.aspx?org=147855. 3489
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES KICK BACK AND HAVE SOME FUN It has been one heck of a long hard winter, and I for one feel like I deserve to just kick back and have some fun: not too much thinking, lots of laughs, caught up in the moment type fun. Everyone at the Imperial has been looking forward all year to a show that is all that fun and more. Timber is modern cirque meets lumberjack contest with great live music and old-school slapstick liberally mixed in. Having toured all over the world, from London’s Southbank Centre to Tennessee’s Dollywood, Cirque Alfonse brings this show to Saint John on May 27. One of the mixed blessings of my job is that I get to see a lot of shows. Sometimes it seems like nothing is exciting any more. Timber is the first show in years that has made me actually hold my breath and even literally jump out of my seat a few times. Why? Because this is real on-the-edge-ofyour-seat circus stuff. It’s got guys jumping
over whipsaws, ax juggling and elderly grandpa leaping off the outhouse roof, all with sharp implements and no nets. Cirque Alfonse is a real family troupe from the village of Saint-Alphonse-Rodriguez, Quebec. Members of the company have performed with Cirque du Soleil, Cirkus Cirkor and other internationally renowned companies, but returned to the family farm to form this unique troupe of acrobats, dancers and musicians. Timber, created by the company with director Alain Francoeur and composers David Boulanger and Davis Simard, is an homage to the traditional life of the lumberjack. There are beards and longjohns, whiskey jugs and step dancing, love songs and old stories. The smell of freshly made sawdust is as evocative as the beautiful melodies. For the last several years, Imperial has partnered with our francophone counterparts at L’Arc’f to present a show that we hope will bring our communities together at one event. Timber is just the ticket, celebrating the culture of the
woods that is part of the history of all New Brunswickers, using both languages but dependent on neither. It will please parents as much as children, and grandparents maybe even more. However, if you're a woman who'd like a little more adult fun, on the day after Timber the Divine Divas are hosting an all-girl Dance Party at the Imperial. It’s a fundraiser for the theatre, with DJ, specialty drinks, prizes and the rare opportunity to actually dance on the Imperial Theatre stage. Tickets for both events are available through the Box Office at 674-4100 or online at: imperialtheatre.nb.ca. Winter is finally over, why not treat yourself? 0030
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POINT OF VIEW MUDDY PAW PRINTS I think it was Charles Schulz, creator of the timeless Peanuts comic strip, who coined the phrase, “life is better with a dog.” If you're a huge dog lover like I am, you understand that dogs do make life better – just by being in our lives. My dog is no exception. In fact, I can't imagine my life without her in it. By dog standards, my fur baby hardly qualifies as a “real” dog. She only weighs in at a whopping 15 pounds. But, what she lacks for in size, she certainly makes up for in personality. If you don't believe me, just ask anyone who's met Molly. She's a Shih Tzu and, boy, is she cute. I can remember picking her out of the litter, thinking she appeared to be the calm and quiet one of the bunch. Well, let me tell you, looks can be deceiving. From the time we welcomed her into the McMillan household, she's been anything but! That was nine years ago, and she's still showing no signs of being either calm
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or quiet. In fact, as I sit here looking at my dirty floor and her latest deposit of muddy paw prints, I think of the joy this little dog has brought into my life. There isn't a day that goes by that she doesn't make me laugh – a lot. It doesn't matter what kind of day I'm having, her unconditional love and affection can make even the worst day better. Yup, I'm not afraid to admit that my voice instantly goes into baby talk mode when I see her either “how's mama's beebee?” I can't help it, really. It just happens and I have no control over it. She looks at me with that short little muzzle and those big eyes and I just melt. We happened to choose this particular breed, because she suited our busy lifestyle best. She doesn't shed, is hypoallergenic, doesn't require a lot of exercise and is outgoing and affectionate. If I had the time and money, I'd own several dogs – both large and small. It makes me angry when I hear people say that certain dog breeds, such as pit bulls
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or rottweilers, are “bad.” There is no such thing as a bad dog, only a bad dog owner. Dogs are our most loyal friends and constant companions. They don't discriminate based on gender or race. And I like to joke that, unlike people, they don't talk back. They provide us with so much, and require little in return. A loving home, food and a warm place to sleep is little to give when compared with what they give us. There are many dogs (and cats) in area shelters who are looking for their forever home. If you have the time and love to share, consider visiting a shelter and adopting a loving pet – you'll be glad you did. diane@ossekeag. ca. 0032
FRIDAY NIGHT DELIGHT FUNDRAISER Phew! Finally Friday! St. Mark’s CWL offers “Friday Night Delight” – retail therapy and desserts! What more could ladies want? They offer two hours of silent auction fun, some local vendor shopping and home-made desserts – all for your pleasure. For a wee cost of $5, you will help the CWL continue to raise money for First Steps Housing, local elementary school lunch programs, help send teens to Steubenville Atlantic, support Youth programs in the Parish, etc. You are invited to attend, Friday, May 22 from 6:00-8:00pm. Doors will open at 5:30pm. For additional information, contact Paula Binette at 849-2186. 3494
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WALKS N’ TALKS David Goss latest book, Facts and Folklore of Saint John will be launched at Indigo, East Point Shopping Centre on Wednesday, May 27 from 6:308:30pm. Meet the author and enjoy light refreshments. Goss will also sign copies of the book at Coles at Brunswick Square, Friday, May 29 from 12:00noon-2:30pm, and Coles McAlister Place, Saturday, May 30 from 12:00noon-1:30pm, and at Indigo the same day, 2:30-4:00pm. Goss Walks n' Talks begin for season on Tuesday, June 9 with a Saint John Facts and Folklore walk in the uptown leaving from Barbour's General Store at 7:15 (following night if wet). This walk is based on Goss' new book on the subject. Its free and there will be prizes. The full schedule of Tuesday walks until the end of August is available at libraries, tourist bureaus or by contacting: gosswalk@ nbnet.nb.ca. 3488
KV CAMERA CLUB All are welcome to the Kennebecasis Valley Camera Club - we meet the first Tuesday of the month at the qplex, 20 Randy Jones Way (please note new location) starting at 6:45pm. Meeting agenda includes guest speakers, workshops, audio visual presentations and competitions. Bring your enthusiasm and watch your photography skills grow. For more information call Karl Maskos 847-4411 or visit our website at: kvcameraclub.com. G014
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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, 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 (May 20) from 11:30am1:30pm. 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. Friday, May 29 - 6:00pm, Chicken & Rib Dinner (with entertainment, music with DJ), menu includes baked potato, vegetables, dessert, tea/coffee $14/person. Music will be played after the meal as well, for those who wish to dance. 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
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& 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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CBDC Charlotte-Kings ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Date: June 24, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: The Riverside Golf & Country Club 2524 Rothesay Road, Rothesay NB Purpose: • Election of Directors for the following areas • Sector 1 – St. Stephen • Sector 2 – St. Andrews • Sector 3 – St. George/Blacks Harbour • Sector 4 – Campobello • Sector 5 – Grand Bay-Westfield • Sector 6 – Quispamsis • Sector 7 – St. Martins • Sector 8 - Sussex • To receive financial statements for year end March 31, 2015, and the Auditors report thereon; • To transact such other business as may properly be brought before the meeting. Anyone interested in serving on the Board of Directors from the above noted areas should contact the Executive Director (geoff.knight@cbdc.ca) no later than June 12, 2015.
meetings the first Sunday each month. 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; for more info please contact Sam Gauvin at 8478261; 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, May 30 - 9:00pm12:00midnight, Spring Dance (rescheduled), classic rock music with Rusty Gate. Admission $5/person at the door. For information regarding rentals please call 847-8332. 0035
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? Hank Scarth will lead a Sunday morning birding walk in the Irving Nature Park on May 17, meeting at the Childrens Forest parking lot on Sand Cove Road at 7:00am. On Sunday, May 24 there will be an intertidal beach walk In St. Andrews, led by Jim McElman. On Saturday, June 13 join club members for a morning of birding and botany in Rockwood Park, meeting at the Interpretation Centre parking lot 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 upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John” facebook.com/NatureSaintJohn. 2567
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IN THE GARDEN SPRING HAS COME Rejoice! Spring has come.... and with it all the clean up jobs! First order of the day is to gather up all the twigs and branches that were blown down by the fierce winter winds; this will clear the lawns of debris that might easily cause damage or accidents when mowing starts. Writing about mowing reminds me that it’s never too early to do maintenance on the mowers, for the grass grows quickly and one needs the equipment ready to roll. After picking up all the pruning that Mother Nature has done with the wild winds, this is a great time to get out the loppers and pruners and tidy up the loose ends, a good sharp slice where branches were broken helps to ward off possible insect infestations that can occur on jagged splits and before the leaves come out is a golden opportunity to prune bushes and trees into a desirable shape; every growing plant needs to have enough space and light to become the best that it
can be. Cutting out crowded branches and ones that cross or rub on each other will ultimately reward the gardener with a first class end product and in the case of fruit trees, a bumper harvest. Quality versus quantity! Roses benefit from a close inspection and a good pair of secateurs; any discoloured sections should be removed and broken ends snipped off before the leaves develop. Sadly, we still have a major problem with the deer, but there are a few steps we can take to guard our precious plantings; one part ammonia to nine parts water with a splash of dish detergent and oil is a fairly reliable deterrent and basically any distasteful and/or smelly concoction seems to work moderately well. The addition of a well-beaten egg helps to stick the application to the plants and indeed is somewhat waterproof, so your efforts are fairly long lasting. Not for the edibles though, these need an eight foot fence (remember to close the gate when you leave!) There was a time
when electric fences did a good job, but I understand the beasties are now wearing rubber boots and penetrate such fences with ease... Now is a great time of year to do a major job of edging, (quite frankly it is hazardous to be digging in flower beds until the plants have had a good chance to emerge, many a treasure has been unwittingly dug up by a too eager gardener who forgot where things were planted). A good clean cut with the half moon type edger around the borders, with the turf removed and the loose soil raked up away from the edge gives the impression of a well tended bed with the minimum of labour. Now the gardening can begin! Enjoy the new season, Blessings. 0038 Betty Kennett, Resident Green Thumb
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FAMILY MATTERS PLANT THE SEEDS OF MINDFULNESS Plant the Seeds of Mindfulness and Watch Your Family Grow. Mindfulness is simply being in your mind. Being mind-full as opposed to having your mind-filled can limit family stress and improve family functioning. Mindfulness allows families to be wholly engaged, present and absorbed in what they are doing. The idea itself sounds wonderful but what does it truly mean and how can families begin to introduce mindfulness into their homes? In the spirit of spring, mindfulness may best be explained through gardening. The Gardeners - The gardeners are you, the parents. You are the role models. What your children learn about being present comes from you. Developing a daily practice of mindfulness helps kiddos appreciate its importance. It all begins with you and your commitment. Just like the committed gardener is responsible to ensure the garden receives what it needs to grow. The Seeds - Our children. All unique and so individual. Each growing at their own pace and in their own time. With our persistent guidance and patience our children will grow to appreciate and respect themselves and others. Our children can also be our mindful guides too. Just as we can be amazed by the beauty of a blooming flower, we can be reminded about the present moment and lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simplicities from our kids. The Garden - The environment that supportshealthygrowthanddevelopment. Just like a garden, the mindful family environment requires regular protection
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Exploring the Excellence of Chinese Cuisine from Here...
China Coast
Licensed Dining
Mon - Closed Tues to Sun: 11:30am - 9:00pm
Order by Phone: 506.847.4448 506.847.5556
Appetizer
Beef
A1. Spring Roll $1.75 A2. Egg Roll $1.50 A3. Deep Fried Wontons (16 PCS) $8.95 A4. Deep Fried Chicken Wings (12 PCS) $9.95 A5. Onion Rings $3.50 A6. French Fries $3.50 A7. Fish and Chips $9.50 E1. Wonton Soup $4.95 E2. Chicken Egg Drop Soup $4.95
R1. Steamed Rice $3.00 R2. House Special Fried Rice $8.95 R3. Veg Fried Rice / Mushroom $6.95 R4. Shrimp Fried Rice $9.25 R5. Yeung Chow Fried Rice $8.95 R6. Chicken Fried Rice $7.50 R7. Beef Fried Rice $7.50 R8. BBQ Pork Fried Rice $7.50 R9. Seafood Fried Rice (Shrimp & Scallop) $11.95
V1. Garlic Fried Mixed Veg $9.95 V2. Garlic Fried Broccoli $9.95 V3. Garlic Friend Bokchoy $9.95 V4. Vegetable Chow Mein $8.50 V5. Stir Fried Mushroom $9.95
Pork
P1. Sweet & Sour Pork $10.75 P2. BBQ Pork Chow Mein $9.50 P3. BBQ Pork Mixed Veg (Sliced) $11.45 P4. BBQ Pork Ding (Diced) Mixed Veg $11.45 P5. Honey Garlic Ribs $11.95 P6. Spare Ribs with Black Bean $11.95 P7. House Spare Ribs $12.95 P8. Pork Chop with Onion $12.95 P9. Pork Chop with Spicy Salt $12.95 P10. BBQ Pork Slices $9.50
Seafood
S1. Sweet & Sour Shrimp $11.95 S2. Sweet & Sour Scallop $14.95 S3. Shrimp Chow Mein $12.95 S4. Tai Dop Voy (BBQ Pork, Chicken, Shrimp & Mixed Veg) $13.95 S5. Chow Scallops $14.95 S6. Szechuan Shrimp $14.25 S7. Curry Shrimp $14.95 S8. Shrimp with Mixed Veg & Almond $12.95 S9. Chow Hoy Shin (Stir Friend Seafood) $17.95 S10. Seafood with Broccoli $14.95 S11. Seafood with Celery & Snowpeas $16.95
Chicken
C1. Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls $10.95 C2. Lemon Chicken $10.95 C3. Pineapple Sweet & Sour Chicken Balls $10.95 C4. Breaded Chicken Breast (Soo Gai) $11.45 C5. Chicken Chow Mein $9.50 C6. Chicken Bokchoy $11.45 C7. Szechuan Chicken $11.45 C8. Curry Chicken $11.45 C9. Gai Ding (Diced Chicken) Veg with Almonds $11.45 C10. Gai Pan (Sliced Chicken) Mushrooms $11.45 C11. Chicken Green Pepper with Black Bean Sauce $11.45 C12. Gai Pan (Sliced Chicken) Mixed Veg $11.45
Chicken Chow Mein Chicken Balls Chicken Fried Rice
No. 4 $8.95
Egg Roll Chicken Chow Mein Sweet & Sour Pork Chicken Fried Rice
Special Combinations No. 2 $9.75
Egg Roll Honey Garlic Ribs Chicken Balls Chicken Fried Rice
No. 5 $9.25
Noodle (Vermicelli/Thick Noodle)
Rice
Vegetable
No. 1 $8.95
Chow Mein (Bean Sprouts) M1. House Special Chow Mein $12.95 (BBQ Pork, Chicken & Beef with Bean Sprouts) M2. Chicken Chow Mein $9.50 M3. Beef Chow Mein $9.50 M4. BBQ Pork Chow Mein $9.50 M5. Shrimp Chow Mein $12.95
B1. Beef Mixed Veg $11.45 B2. Beef Chow Mein $9.50 B3. Beef Broccoli $11.45 B4. Beef Green Pepper $11.45 B5. Beef with Mushroom $11.45 B6. Szechuan Beef $11.45 B7. Curry Beef $11.45 B8. Ginger Beef $12.95 B9. Beef Bokchoy $12.95
Soup
No. 3 $10.25
Egg Roll Chicken Chow Mein Chicken Balls Honey Garlic Spare Ribs Chicken Fried Rice
Egg Roll Chicken Chow Mein Lemon Chicken Chicken Fried Rice
Buffets
Lunch Buffet (Thurs to Fri: 12pm - 2pm) $10.99 Dinner Buffet (Tues to Sun: 5pm - 8pm) $14.99 Buffet to Go $7.49/lb Kid’s Buffet: Under 2 - Free Above 2 - Charged by Age
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N1. Canton Style Fried Noodles $14.95 N2. Chicken/Pork/Beef Fried Noodles $13.95 N3. Beef Broccoli Fried Noodles $14.95 N4. Shrimp Fried Noodles $15.95 N5. Seafood Fried Noodles $15.95 N6. Chicken/Pork/Beef Lo Mein $14.95 N7. Veggies Lo Mein $12.95 N8. Home Style Vermicelli $14.95 N9. Singapore Style Vermicelli $14.95 N10. Shanghai Style Thick Noodles $14.95 N11. Seafood Fried Thick Noodles $15.95 N12. House Fried Noodle $13.95 N13. Beef Fried Thick Noodle $14.95 N14. Chicken Celery Fried Noodle $14.95 N15. Black Bean Beef Fried Noodle $14.95
Egg Foo Young
F1. Mushroom Egg Foo Young $10.95 F2. Mixed Veg Egg Foo Young $10.95 F3. Chicken Egg Foo Young $11.95 F4. BBQ Pork Egg Foo Young $11.95 F5. Beef Egg Foo Young $11.95 F6. Shrimp Egg Foo Young $13.95 F7. Scallop Egg Foo Young $13.95
Special Dinners
Dinner for 2A $21.95
2 Egg Rolls Chicken Chow Mein Sweet & Sour Pork Chicken Fried Rice 2 Fortune Cookies
Dinner for 4 $46.95
4 Egg Rolls Chicken Chow Mein Chicken Mixed Veg Sweet & Sour Shrimp Sweet & Sour Pork Chicken Fried Rice 4 Fortune Cookies
Dinner for 2B $23.95
2 Egg Rolls Chicken Chow Mein Chicken Balls Chicken Fried Rice 2 Fortune Cookies
Dinner for 5 $56.95
Dinner for 3 $36.95
3 Egg Rolls Chicken Chow Mein Sweet & Sour Shrimp Sweet & Sour Pork Chicken Fried Rice 3 Fortune Cookies
5 Egg Rolls Sweet & Sour Shrimp Beef with Veg Canton Style Fried Noodle Chicken Balls Honey Garlic Spare Ribs Chicken Fried Rice 5 Fortune Cookies
Dinner for 6 $66.95
6 Egg Rolls Chicken Soo Gai Chicken Balls Almond Gai Ding Canton Style Fried Noodle Sweet & Sour Shrimp Honey Garlic Spare Ribs Chicken Fried Rice 6 Fortune Cookies
For Corporate Reservations or suggestions, please contact our General Manager Helen by calling 506.639.7933 or email chinacoast.rothesay@gmail.com
Extra Sauce
Small $1.00 Medium $2.00 Large $3.00 Fortune Cookie $0.25
Dishes Highly Recommended by the Chef
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