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The leaves are changing colour, the geese are honking overhead and the morning dew is turning to morning frost. With the end of October comes my least favourite time of year, November. However you want to describe that period between Indian summer and the Christmas Season, I have never enjoyed the grey days of late fall and the month of November always seems so dreary. After a summer of nurturing my flower pots and gardens, wandering the trails and sipping a drink on the patio, I resent the shorter days and colder nights. I mourn the loss of my flowers and dread the day that I have to put my gardens to bed for the winter. This fall, after a spring and summer of getting ready for baby, and then recovering from surgery while learning how to take care of baby, my gardens really suffered and the task of prepping for winter seems even more daunting

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than usual. When I was finally able to spend a few uninterrupted minutes working in the garden rather than simply looking at it, I realized that Mother Nature had been hard at work reclaiming my garden plots and many of my perennials had been choked out by encroaching weeds. I finally made the difficult decision to approach gardening with a view towards the minimalistic for the 2018 season. Since early September I have been working away at removing the worst of the weeds, clearing new, smaller plots and transplanting a few of my favourite flowers. With Emma as supervisor and Rufus looking on from the window sill, I built a rock wall and path around a raised garden bed before transplanting the Hostas and Astilbe that I brought from my mother’s gardens at our family home. Another garden was created for the Irises from my grandmother’s garden and Peonies from Kevin’s grandparents’ plot. I am now left with the task of filling in a few holes and spreading grass seed over large areas that at one time boasted Brown Eyed Susans, Irises and Peonies. I think Kevin is pleased at the prospect that mowing will be easier as he will have only two small gardens and the pad for our above ground pool to mow around rather than the extensive gardens I slaved over in the past. All in all, I am pleased with my new garden plots; next year, my gardens will be filled with flowers and family history, a combination that I believe will increase my enjoyment of the season. 0001

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KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@bellaliant.net Branch Hours: MondayWednesday 2:30-8:00pm; Thursday 2:30-12:00midnight; Friday 2:309:00pm; Saturday 2:00-9:00pm; Sundays 1:30-9:00pm. RCL Kennebecasis Branch #58 Remembrance Day Memorial Ceremony will be held at the Qplex, Randy Jones Way in Quispamsis. Everyone is encouraged to be in the Qplex by 10:15am. We Will Remember them. The annual Poppy campaign has begun. Poppies are available at the Branch as well as various venues throughout the valley. Interested parties wishing to purchase a wreath or make a donation in memory of a loved one can do so by contacting the Branch. All proceeds & donations go directly to the veterans and their families. RCL Branch #58 wishes to thank the community for their continued support. Christmas Craft Fair Saturday, November 18 from 9:00am-2:00pm. Table rentals $15/each or $25/for 2. No admission, Everyone welcome. Info: Heather, 847-4186. Christmas Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 2 from 8:00-10:00am. Cookies are $3.50/dozen or $10/three dozen. Join us for breakfast during this event. Fruit crepes, juice, coffee & tea for $5/person. Pancake stacks for the kids. Shuffleboard - Sundays at 2:30pm, everyone welcome. Sunday Brunch is served every Sunday from 10:30am-1:00pm. Menu includes juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, tea/coffee. New item cheese omelets. Cost is $8/person, Children under 10 years $4. Everyone welcome. Volunteers For Sunday Brunch - the Legion “Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings for brunch. In particular a cook on a three-week rotational basis would be appreciated. We also invite anyone else who would like to help with other tasks involved. Please contact the branch if you would like to

volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - Soup (or salad) & sandwich lunch will be held on the third Wednesday, (November 15) of each month between 11:30am & 1:00pm. Lunch includes choice of two soups (or salad), choice of three sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. Cost is $8/person. All welcome. Veterans Banners - Kennebecasis Branch #58 is inviting individuals interested in purchasing a Veteran’s Banner for their loved one. There are 23 locations in Quispamsis and 7 locations available in Rothesay at the present time. Please contact Heather McClintock (847-4186) for further details. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm registration, games at 7:00pm every Thursday. 40 tickets (max) available per tournament. Tournament cost $20. Darts - The branch is looking into hosting darts on Friday evenings. This is open to everyone. Please contact the branch if you are interested. 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. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/ week; come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for more information. Sponsored by RCL #58, proceeds go to supporting the community and those in need. 0014

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 849-2680 or Cynthia.Cudmore@ gmail.com. G152

KINGS COUNTY MUSEUM NEWS The Kings County Museum had a great summer season with the Confederation Quilt exhibit plus our Facebook following for the Centennial Friendship Quilt. If you haven't yet made it in, the exhibit is still in place and we are open Thursdays and Saturdays from 1:00pm-4:00pm or at other times by appointment. For those interested in exploring their family roots, we have a research room with many books on local history and local communities, plus many family genealogies. This is free for Historical

Society members (membership is just $20 per year), or at the nominal fee of $10 per half day for non-members. Also, with Christmas just around the corner, have you considered a book on local history for the historian in your family or circle of friends? We have many to choose from, most by local authors, and the prices are very reasonable. You can see a listing on our website at kingscountymuseum. com/books and then come in and pick them up. They make great gifts! 4760

COMHALTAS Comhaltas offers Traditional Irish music sessions on Tuesdays at O'Leary's Pub (46 Princess Street, Saint John). The sessions run from 7:0010:00pm. Learners circle runs from 7:00-7:30pm to pick up new tunes. The rest of the evening is devoted to playing tunes, songs, stories, poetry, jokes, step dance and much more!

All are welcome, regardless of experience. Feel free to bring your traditional instrument or your voice and join in - or simply sit with the other bar patrons and enjoy the traditional setting. Listen to: fiddles, bodhrans (Irish drums), harps, tin whistles, and other traditional instruments and songs for free! G092

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The Quispamsis Seniors meet every Thursday at 1:30pm at the Civic Centre, (September until June) for a short meeting followed by cards - Auction 45s and Crib - and a light lunch. All seniors are invited to come, meet new friends and have a nice afternoon out. For further information you may contact Ruth McMackin at 847-8752. G113

KV Adult Badminton (ages 16+) Mondays & Thursdays from 8:30-10:00pm during the school year. Cost is $4/play and nylon shuttles are provided. All player levels welcome! For more information and cancellation updates "Like" us on Facebook at "kv high school adult badminton", or contact: Steve - 847-1168, Trevor 847-9120. G150

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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

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Megan O’Hara, Community Development Coordinator for KWLCA; Gord Hills, KWCC Resident and Norman Mitchell IBEW 502 Volunteer

Partnerships, working together and friendship are the foundation of an amazing community! The Kings Way LifeCare Alliance has once again partnered with IBEW 502 who generously donated $2000 toward the Back Pack Program. This is the third year we have been running the program. Our residents lovingly shop, pack and delivery at least

30 bags of food each month and they go home with Saint John children who need a little extra on the weekends. This program has been so meaningful to our residents, staff, families and the greater community as we come together by donating time, money or food items to help support this program. For more information call 847-1131 ex 1116. 4746

1 Landing Crt, Quispamsis; 849-5314; kvlibrary.org Monday-Friday: 10:00am-12:00noon & 1:00-4:00pm, one-on-one computer help. Call or visit to book your free 45 minute appointment. Wednesdays: 10:00am-1:00pm, Coffee Hour, drop-in, all welcome. Thursdays: 2:00-4:00pm, Day Care Afternoon. Open to all daycares in the KV. Please call to register your daycare visit; 6:30-8:30pm, Knit Wits - get help with your latest project. All levels of experience welcome. Registration not required. Saturdays: 2:30-4:00pm, Drop-in Builders’ Club. 0018

DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB Valley Duplicate Bridge Club takes place on Fridays, 7:00pm at St. David’s Church in Rothesay. Lessons are available by calling Mike at 847-4167. G161

The Sobeys float will be collecting items for the Kennebecasis Food Basket. Please bring your item/s to donate to the Santa Claus Parade. There will be volunteers walking behind the Sobeys float wearing bright yellow vests that read “Kennebecasis Food Basket” written in black. They will gather the donations. Donations can be dropped off any Monday morning of the week as well at 346 Hampton Road (beside Quispamsis Arena). Helping Canadians Eat Better. Feel Better. Do Better

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Lest We Forget WHAT SHOULD WE REMEMBER AND WHY? It is often said, “It’s a free country, I can do as I please”; and you can as long as it is within the law. Our freedom exists, and is maintained, by the great sacrifice of many during wars and conflicts through the past century to this day. Nations/societies led

by dictatorial despots/religious fanatics seem to feel compelled to conquer others with force; have them live, work, play and pray within their societal rules and culture. Had the “wrong side” achieved their expansion aims in WWI and WWII, they would have conquered all of

Europe. Eventually, with more riches, population and hence greater military forces and equipment, they would have attempted to bring much of the rest of the world under control, including all of North America. In the minds of these despots/

We remember in honour of those who have unselfishly served our country and those who gave their lives for our freedom. Rothesay Mayor, Council, and Town Staff.

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war ships and merchant ships endured storms with waves as high as a two-story house. Ice from the spray built up on the top part of the ship. Water, which seeped in kept everything damp and cold. The fear of the next attack was constant. Flyers left the ground fully aware that their chances of not coming back were great. Many ended up as prisoners enduring untold misery and hunger. Others returned physically and mentally impaired. When the despots/fanatics gain control they dictate what you can watch, read, eat, drink, where you stay, pray, work, what education/training you can or must have, where you may travel or move and even what clothing is acceptable. So when you decide to: Eat or drink what you wish… remember; Watch shows or read what you like… remember; Travel or move as you wish… remember; Take education/ training you want… remember; Work where and when you wish… remember; Wear clothing you like… remember; Pray, or not, where and when you wish… remember. Remember the sacrifices of those who fought to ensure your freedom. The Royal Canadian Legion has a phrase, which is heard, at most of their ceremonies, meetings and some social gatherings. It states “at the going down of the sun and in the morning – we will remember them”.

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We Will Remember the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Our day of remembrance each year is November the 11th. The Royal Canadian legion distributes poppies which can be worn in the few weeks leading up to that day. Wearing the Poppy shows that you remember. Submitted by; E.P. Tracy OMM, CD2, Lcdr RCN (ret’d) Royal Canadian Legion Lancaster Branch 69 Saint John

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Apnea and Cardiovascular Disease. Those with untreated OSA are at greater risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart attack, stroke and early death due cardiovascular problems. But people experiencing sleep apnea are not just affected by its physical effects. They may also experience mental health problems. People with sleep apnea are much more likely to experience depression

than people in the general population. Having poor sleep quality can affect your daytime mood and having a serious health condition itself is enough to cause some to feel depressed. Sleep apnea can interfere with mental health because of the reduced oxygen supply to the brain and frequent arousals from sleep to trigger breathing again. This can alter brain function and increase a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chances of developing depression. Increased daytime anxiety and increasing anxiety before bed can affect those with sleep apnea. Not getting enough quality rest makes it very difficult to deal with routine daily task and cause anxiety. People with untreated sleep apnea also tend to feel anxious before bed as they know that they would like to have a restful sleep but will most like spend the night tossing and turning and waking frequently. People with sleep apnea often get treated because of their spouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s complaints about snoring. Even the most supportive spouse can get fed up by being awoken night after night with loud snoring and tossing and turning. This can cause sleeping in separate rooms, resentment and decreased opportunity for intimacy. Dreams are an opportunity to process emotions and events of the day freeing up your brain to deal with tomorrow. People with sleep apnea wake frequently, they are constantly being disturbed out of their dream sleep, disrupting this essential cycle of dreaming. When someone does not get the proper amount of undisturbed dream sleep they experience anxiety to difficulty with memory. Concentration and memory problems are one of the most significant repercussions of sleep apnea. Exhaustion during the day causes trouble focusing on important tasks like work, school, and driving. You may frequently feel agitated or quick-tempered further causing relationship problems and activities of daily living. 0038 Edited for space, see full article ossekeag.ca

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Wednesday, November 8 Speed Networking for Mom Friends at Yuk Yuk’s Uptown Saint John 7:00pm. Moms are given five minutes to talk to each other then move on to the next person. Info: Network of Moms on Facebook. Saturday, November 11 Soupfest Hampton United Church, 24 Robb Court following the Cenotaph Service from 11:30am-1:30pm. $10/ adults, $5/children 12 and under. For more info call 832-4141 or 832-7522. Big Breakfast Quispamsis Lions Club Lions Den, 9 Market Street from 8:0011:00am. Veterans can enjoy for free. $7/ person, eggs, pancakes, home fries, bacon, sausage, beans, coffee/tea and juice. Remembrance Day Ceremony for Kennebecasis Valley at Quispamsis Qplex. Doors open at 9:00am, ceremony begins at 10:30am. Please be in your seats by 10:15am.

Sunday, November 12 The Rothesay Yule 10:00am-4:00pm Heritage Hall. Over 30 vendors, photos with Santa Claus, skating, live shows, wagon rides, festive music, petting zoo, dining and much more. Tickets: rothesayyule.com. KV Memory Cafe’ has been cancelled for this month. K of C Breakfast 9:00am-1:00pm Assumption Centre Saint John West, 721 Chapel Street. $7/adult, $3/children. Funds raised to assist a MS patient who needs an electric wheelchair and Alzheimer Cafe. Monday, November 13 Adult Public Skating at Harbour Station (use West Entrance) 8:00-9:00pm. Live music by Ron Maloney. $8/per skater, ages 18+. Info Margaret, 672-9424 or Alison 672-2385. Book Sale 11:00am-7:00pm St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 171 Pettingill Road, Quispamsis. Please use lower entrance at back of church. Proceeds will benefit the

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Wednesday, November 15 Registration deadline for KV Santa Claus Parade. Parade is on November 25 at 6:00pm. For info and to register: Facebook KV Santa Claus Parade. Saturday, November 18 Saint John Santa Claus Parade at 6:00pm. This years theme is A Magical, Musical Christmas. Deadline for entries is November 3. For info: sjsantaparade. com. Craft and Flea Market Sale Bloomfield Hall, from 9:00am-2:00pm. $10/table rentals call Janice 832-7383. Sponsored by Christ Church ACW for Mission outreach. Christmas Market Titusville Rec Centre, 110 Titusville Road. 9:00am-2:00pm, to support the walking trail. Lots of vendors. Info, 832-5848. Christmas Bazaar St. Luke’s Anglican Parish Church Hall, 12 Quispamsis Road, Gondola Point. 9:00am-1:00pm. $10/

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Lancaster Legion 5:30pm. Tickets much be purchased by November 10. Info; June Fowler at junebugf@rogers.com, 6965027; Louise, 839-2749.

Tuesday, November 21 Sea Belles’ Christmas performance at Shannex Parkland (19 Shannex Drive, Quispamsis) 7:00-9:00pm. No admission charge.

November 23, 24, 25 Luxor Shriners, Feztival of Trees Simonds Lions Auditorium, 185 Loch Lomond Road. Thursday 10:00am6:00pm, Friday 10:00am-8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm. $2/adults, Free/children 12 & under.

Wednesday, November 22 TIFF film Circuit Saint John presents the French-language film, Back to Burgundy. Tickets ($11.50) go on sale November 12 at tifffilmcircuitsj.com. Cineplex Saint John at 7:00pm. Get there early to get a good seat. Quispamsis Christmas Tree lighting at Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park from 6:30-7:30pm. Refreshments and a visit from Santa along with lighting ceremony. Storm Date: November 23.

Saturday, November 25 KV Santa Clause Parade 6:00pm starting at KVHS and travels along the Hampton Road to Marr Road and ending at Clark Road. Bring letters for Santa, used eyeglasses and a non-perishable food item. Storm date: Sunday, November 26. St. Paul’s Christmas Bazaar 9:00am12:00noon at St. Paul’s 4 Church Avenue, Rothesay. Proceeds for Foster child, Romero House, KV Firefighters, Food Bank etc. Shop for gifts, goodies, decorations, jewelry, etc.

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table rental, 849-1512. Many vendors, canteen available. Christmas Craft and Bake Sale Belleisle Community Centre, Springfield from 9:00am-2:00pm. $15/table rentals, call Deborah 485-2649. Refreshments and lunch available. Pork Supper St. Augustine’s Anglican Church, Quispamsis. Sittings at 4:30pm and 6:00pm. $12/adults, $5/children. For tickets call 849-8464, Art Scott, 849-2430 or at the door. General Meeting & Turkey Dinner Kings County Historical & Archival Society 12:00noon. Hampton United Church, Robb Court, $20/person. Tickets and info; Kings County Museum Hampton, 832-6009. Fall Musical Service Stewarton United Church, 10 East Scotch Settlement Road 3:00pm. Music with Cornerstone, Joe Ness & Brenda McLaughlan. Corn Chowder, Beef Stew, Chilli, Beans & breads. Bring sweets to share.

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This wonderful Foundation is approaching its 14th year. It has donated well over $200,000 to local needy children and their families. Breakfast programs, snacks, meal tickets, winter coats and boots, and bursaries are just a few of the programs that the foundation contributes too. Thank you too all who help the Danny & Jessica Angel Foundation. For more information call 756-8996. 4761

Valley Bridge Club results for October 13: Tie for 1st Mary Garey & Darlene Hayward tied with Ann Barbour & Clifford Shea; 3rd Lois & John Sherwood. October 20: 1st Darlene & David Fraser; 2nd Donna & John Steeves; 3rd Sue Harley & Dave Robertson. Join us on Fridays at 7:00pm in Rothesay (Saint David’s). Lessons available, Mike 847-4167. 4512

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PRAISE & WORSHIP The little A-frame church on Hampton Road 372 Hampton Road

847-4924

www.quc.ca Email: quc@nb.aibn.com

We worship every Sunday at 9:55am. Sunday School for all ages. We believe that God’s message is as relevant today as it has been through history and should be communicated in ways that speak to our diverse community about issues that are meaningful now.

Minister: Rev. Audrey Lounder Music Director: Terri-Lynn McNichol

St. Luke’s Anglican Church Gondola Point • 5 Quispamsis Rd • 847-3670 • fb.me/StLukesGP

Invites you and your family to join us for

DIVINE WORSHIP SUNDAY MORNINGS

10 am † With Sunday School A church for the whole family to Grow together in the knowledge and love of God

St. Mark’s Catholic Church Pastor: Father Owen Burns

171 Pettingill Rd., Quispamsis P: 849-5111 F: 849-5120 www.stmarksparish.ca stmarkschurch@nb.aibn.com

A warm welcome to worship Sundays at 10:30 am Rev. John Fraser

photo: David Hoyt

A warm welcome awaits all who come. Masses: Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am &11:15am Facebook.com/stmarkscc @stmarkscc

Churches in Quispamsis Reverend Michael O’Hara invites you to join us at:

Holy Trinity Anglican Church 847-0850 2 Hammond River Rd. - Sunday Service at 9am.

St. Augustine’s Anglican Church 849-8464 239 Quispamsis Rd. (intersect with Pettingill Rd.) - Sunday Service at 11am. Pork Loin Supper - November 18th (Boneless Chicken Breast Alternative)

Tickets: Adults - $12/Children - $5 Sittings 4:30 & 6:00pm For tickets, call 849-8464 anglicanparishofquispamsis.ca anglicanparishofhammondriver.ca (leave message) or Art Scott 849-2430

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LIFE BALANCE SLEEP IS FOR THE WEAK More anger stems from lack of sleep than from all of life’s frustrations - D. Sutten. Despite the wealth of information that tells us how important sleep is to our physical, spiritual, mental and emotional wellbeing, adequate sleep is becoming harder to get in this day in age. Prevalent cultural norms suggest that sleep deprivation is crucial to success and achievement. This sleepbe-damned approach would propose that those who prioritize their to-do list versus sleep are more likely to succeed. This thought process argues that more hours awake equals more time to focus on the things that will help you thrive, which for some, may translate in making more money. Sleep deprivation may also stem from the pressure that some place on fulfilling the responsibilities tied to their various life roles. These people want to fit it all in – in other words, be the

best student, employee, friend, spouse, daughter/son, sister/brother, etc. The cost of lost sleep is profound. Ineffectiveness, moodiness, low energy, unhealthy eating/lifestyle habits, and headaches are a few of the early signs that you are consistently lacking sleep. More serious mental illness, such as generalized anxiety and depression, may follow suit if a change in sleep habits is not soon realized. Overworking and getting less than the recommended seven - eight hours of sleep has, in some circles, become a collective delusion of success, and in other circles, a “necessity” to getting it all done. My goal in writing this piece is to help broaden our definition of success to include caring for ourselves and our mental well-being. Even though we have increasing responsibilities, and our drive to accomplish it all is powerful, denying ourselves adequate sleep will

inevitably have harmful consequences. I believe that we could all become more mindful of our sleep practices and I hope to raise awareness of how getting enough sleep, among many other things, can help you connect more deeply with 0040 yourself and with others.

Cynthia Veniot, M.Ed. Licensed Counselling Therapist

The Riverside Country Club & River’s Edge Catering Invite you to join us for our annual

Taste of Christmas Lunch Buffet Carved Turkey & Seasonal Trimmings Carved Roast Beef Baked Seafood Casserole Assortment of Salads Cold Platters Freshly Baked Rolls Homemade Festive Desserts Freshly Brewed Tea & Coffee

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November 7th - November 20th, 2017

International Fair Trade Gift Sale (Crafts from over 30 countries)

St. Marks United Church 50 Dexter Dr., West Saint John

Fri. Nov. 17, from 9am to 8pm Sat. Nov. 18, from 9am to 4pm For more information call Michelle at 672-0468

FREE ADMISSION

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FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS

PLAYGROUND DONATION

Lions donate to playground A Big Thank You goes out to the Quispamsis Lions, who generously donated $13,000 to the Macdonald Consolidated Community Playground. 4762

8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, 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. 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

KENNEBECASIS FOOD BASKET Saturday, November 25 at 6:00pm will be this year's KV Santa Claus Parade. Storm date will be Sunday, November 26. Sobey’s Float will be collecting non perishable food items for the Kennebecasis Food

Basket. Volunteers will be walking with the float, wearing bright yellow vests, to collect donations. The people of Kennebecasis Valley have been so supportive of the Food Basket in

the past and we appreciate your generosity during this Christmas season. Donations can also be dropped off on Monday mornings at 346 Hampton Road, beside the Quispamsis Arena. 4755

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QUISPAMSIS LIONS NEWS The Quispamsis Lions is a volunteer based organization, we are 20 members. Lions International this year coming is celebrating its 100th year in volunteering throughout the world. As of May 31, 2016, Lions Clubs

International had 1,410,605 members in 46,912 clubs in 210 countries and geographic areas* (Lions Magazine). If interested in joining or learn more about Lions, please call 849-2689. By the way you don't have to live in

this area to be a Lions member. The Quispamsis Lions members consist of volunteers from Quispamsis, Kingston, Rothesay, Hampton, Saint John, and Passekeag. Call 849-2689. G079

SJ/KV NEWCOMERS' CLUB Are you new to the area? The Saint John/Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers’ Club welcomes women who have moved or returned to the Greater Saint John area within the last three years. Join the group for social activities and

to meet new friends. We hold Weekly Bridge (all levels welcome), Monthly Coffee Socials, Ladies Who Lunch and Book Club, as well as other memberinterest driven activities such as walking, skiing, movie nights, moms

and tots, etc. For more information, see our blog at: sjkvnewcomers.blogspot.com or contact us at: sjkvnewcomersclub@ gmail.com. G112

KV CAMERA CLUB All are welcome to the Kennebecasis Valley Camera Club - we meet the third Tuesday of the month, 7:00pm at the Hammond River Anglers Association,

10 Porter Road in Nauwigewauk. Meeting agenda includes guest speakers, workshops, audio visual presentations and competitions. Bring your enthusiasm

and watch your photography skills grow. For more information call Karl Maskos 847-4411 or visit our website at: kvcameraclub.com. G014

KOC #6766 CRIBBAGE The Fr. M.A. Harris Knights of Columbus Council #6766 will host Cribbage games Thursday evenings

7:00pm, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Hall in Rothesay. Eight games played $6, High Hand for $1. 50/50

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LIVE WELL CHANGE FOR SUCCESS When it comes to changing, people are often heard saying things like: “Leopards can’t change their spots” or “he/she will never change” or “look where they come from; he/she is just like the rest of that family!” What is so sad about these and similar sayings is that they deny individuals’ abilities to persevere, to grow, to overcome large obstacles and even thrive. We are not like anyone else… we are our own person, and we all have talents and abilities. What we do with them is up to us, but it’s sad to think of the many people who go to their graves every year with their potential still locked inside. Change can be more difficult for some than others—deprived upbringing, poor environments, past mistakes, lack of encouragement and support. However, this does not mean that making positive changes is impossible - Oprah Winfrey’s scarred, painful childhood; Bill Gates and Walt Disney’s failed businesses, Albert Einstein who never spoke for the

first three years of life and was thought by his teachers to be lazy and not likely to amount to much, and many others. Positive change requires the four A’s— Awareness, Acceptances, Action and Attitude. Even before these, a decision to change must be made, one that is not just lip service, but one that includes behaviors that will bring us closer to our goals. It’s not enough to say: “I want to be a successful entrepreneur” while we keep doing old, self-defeating behaviors. Behavior needs to match words, or wheels on the words, so to speak. After a decision is made, we need to be aware of what behaviors/attitudes are no longer working for us. We are then ready to move into accepting responsibility for the change by developing a plan that is in keeping with our goal; sometimes, we need more than one plan and we need to prepare for setbacks since life has a habit of not following our scripts! With a plan, we are now ready to start the action

steps, which may need to be revised from time-to-time as the unexpected pops up. How we deal with and overcome setbacks is really a matter of attitude. Attitude is everything when it comes to handling adversity. There may be a tendency to revert to the old “life is not fair…everyone was right, I am a failure” or, after a period of licking our wounds, we can review what worked, what didn’t work, what needs to be changed and use that information to inform the new plan. Achieving any goal, first requires a decision, then the right attitude, and determination to keep trying and learning. It can 0008 be done!

Judy Urquhart MSW, RSW Gentle Path, Executive Director

COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS CRAFT SALES 4TH ANNUAL HARPER’S Craft Sale, Sunday November 12, 9:00am-3:00pm, Sacred Heart Hall, 129, Route 124, Norton. Fruitcakes, baking, Scentsy, Avon, 31 Gifts, Arbonne, Tiber River, handmade products and much more!

FIREWOOD FIREWOOD - GOT WOOD? Aaron does! Great quality wood and true cords, delivered for $250 per cord in the Hampton area. Call 333-0605 or 8327773 or visit aaronsgotwood.com to order online.

FOR SALE FOUR WINTER GOODYEAR TIRES, 4 months old, excellent condition, 195/65/ R15, $160. firm. 849-1016.

SERVICES OFFERED BUYING JUNK CARS, trucks, farm machinery. I pay cash for cars, trucks and machinery. Call 721-4255.

HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY. Residential, commercial, recreational, restyling and customization, repairs, supplies. Offering project classes. Trust your furniture to the professionals. Serving you for almost 40 years. The most upholstery experience around. 849-8008. heritageupholstery.com. 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. HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699. BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296.

KV UPHOLSTERY & SEWING machine repair. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 8327870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship. 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. 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 506607-2178. 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. 763-2933 or 333-9067.

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