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“I thought climate change was only true in fairy tales. Meant for someone else but not for me.” Written by Neil Diamond and Mikie. Thirteen months ago, when we had our woods road bridge put in. The installer checked the drainage area and declared that a four foot culvert is what the data said was needed. Having five years experience with that brook, I knew that was not correct, so we put in the bridge. M4y best guess is that the bridge can handle two to three times the volume of water as the recommended culvert. Since then, we have had two rains in which the bridge was running at full capacity and backing up the water like a dam, and nearly flooding the road. Our last big rain, however, not only flooded the road but actually eroded a stretch about 60’ to 80’ long. Again, my best guess is that there had to be as much water running over the road as was going through the bridge. If my estimates are accurate or even close (and yes they are!!) Our current science (on this property) is under estimating the volume of water flow from heavy rains by a factor four to six times. It also may
be a significant factor as why we saw so much many roads, bridges and culverts wash away. It is, my not very humble opinion, that if we simply replace infrastructure without carefully evaluating what worked and what didn’t and why, we are doomed to have to do this all over again and not in the far off distant future. I would suggest strongly, that we build infrastructure to handle at least twice the volume of rain that we experienced back in September. Only the very young and idiots would assume that we are not going to see worse. Maybe, it is time to take climate change seriously, before we actually experience the very worst that could happen. In order to help with future flooding, Mikie is seeking 200 reasonably priced (free) grain bags or other material suitable for use as sandbags that would be at least two feet long and one foot wide (bigger is OK). Call 832-1977 or email penrest@gmail.com. Thank you!! 0001
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If you love nature and experiencing it first-hand, why not take part in one of the Saint John Naturalists Club’s upcoming activities. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. Saturday, October 31 - Deer Island Birding, meet at the NB Museum on Douglas Avenue, 8:00am. Sunday, November 8, “A Billion Years of Rocks” field trip; meet near Brookville Lime on Rothesay Road, 2:00pm. Monday, November 9, regular meeting “Fossil Footprints” - Strolling the Ancient Shores of NB; meet at the Norton Esso at 8:30am. For more information on these activities and to confirm the details about registration, timing and location of the field trips or to learn more about the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”facebook.com/NatureSaintJohn.
8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, follow us on Facebook Fair Vale Outing Association is available for all types of events such as family birthdays, anniversaries, company retirement parties, Christmas parties and other activities! For more information please telephone 647‐8332. Wednesdays - Crib, doors open at 6:30, must have partner. For more info please contact Sam Gauvin at 847-8261. Thursdays - Bingo - doors open 6:00pm, games begin at 6:50. Various building jackpots: two Cookie Jars. For more info contact Chris London 650-1883. Saturday, November 7 - 9:00am-2:00pm, Christmas Craft Sale - now reserving tables ($15). Contact the Centre or 8478332. The proceeds of the Fair Vale Outing Association Charity Game for August as presented to Bobby Hayes of the Joshua Group. A cheque for $215 was presented by Joanne Stackhouse representing the players of the Fair Vale Outing Assoc Thursday night bingo. 0035
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WhAT’S hAPPENING Wednesday, October 28 SJ Branch, NB Genealogical Society monthly meeting 7:00pm at the Saint John Free Public Library, Multipurpose Room. Branch member, David Laskey will update us on the Loyalist Burial Site project. All Guests are welcome. October 30 & 31 Nearly New Fall/Winter Clothing Sale at St. David’s United Church (7 Gondola Point Road) 4:00-8:00pm on Friday; 9:00am-12:00noon on Saturday. Also toys and baby equipment. Proceeds to Outreach Committee for local & international projects. Saturday, October 31 Chronic Pain Workshop 9:30am to 12:00nooon at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 2 Hammond River Road, Quispamsis with Ruth Maclean! $10, Lunch & Discussion to follow from 12:00-1:00pm. To register call parish office at 847-0850 or email ParishofHammondRiver@bellaliant. com. Singles & Friends dance at Branch #69 Legion, 714 Wilson St W, SJ with band “Sidekick”. Doors open at 8:00pm, band plays 9:00pm-midnight. Admission$6 at the door, open to all over the age of 19. Thursday, November 5 Monthly Meeting of the Rocmaura Nursing Home Auxiliary will be held in the Boardroom at Rocmaura at 2:00pm. All are welcome.9 November 6 & 7 Annual Antique Sale at St Luke's Church
Hall - 12 Quispamsis Road, Quispamsis from 12:00noon-6:00pm (Friday) and 10:00am-4:00pm (Saturday). Quality furniture, antiques and collectibles. Free admission.
November 6-8 Annual Weekend Breast Cancer Retreat, sponsored by NB Breast Cancer Network, at Villa Madonna, Rothesay. Registration fee $45 (snacks, meals, accommodations, all actives covered). More info: Linda Saulnier 696-7604 or e-mail: retreat@nbbcn.org. Saturday, November 7 KV Old Boys’ 6th Annual Country & Western Evening at KV High School. Tickets ($12) at Beats & Bytes, Morris Music in SJ, Guardian Drugs (Kennebecasis & Hampton), KV Old Boy members. At the door $15. Doors open 6:00, show 7:00pm. Info at: kvoldboys. com. Maritime Fiddle Doo & Pot Luck, 2:00pm at the Lion's Den, Sussex. All fiddlers/musician's invited as well as those who would like to have a toe-tapping good time. Admission by donation at door. If staying for pot luck please bring food item. Info 433-2460. Annual Christmas Tea & Bazaar 12:00noon-2:00pm at the Anglican Church Hall in Apohaqui. Food & craft table. Tea $8. Sponsored by Church of the Ascension ACW. All welcome. Fall Fair at the Moss Glen Legion (Kingston Peninsula) from 10:00am1:00pm, sponsored by All Saints - St. Paul’s ACW. Soup/Chilli $6, pies $2, home baked goodies, hard/soft covered books, craft & new-to-you table.
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SAK’s Community Breakfast at St. Andrew’s Kirk Church Hall (196 Hammond River Road) from 8:3010:30am. Tickets $8 at the door. Singles & Friends Dance at the Branch 69 Legion, 714 Wilson St W, SJ with the band “Partyline” . Doors open at 8:00pm and band plays 9:00pm-Midnight. $6 at the door and open to anyone over the age of 19.
Sunday, November 8 Memory Café, an Alzheimer Society program combining education, socialization and activity in a safe, inclusive space for those diagnosed with dementia/their loved ones; 2:004:00pm at St Paul’s Church Hall, 4 Church Ave, Rothesay. More info: Emily 634-8722 or email: saintjohn@ alzheimernb.ca. Roast Pork Supper at Millstream Rec Centre in Berwick. $10/adults, $5/children 6-12, $25/family, preschoolers eat for free. All welcome. Sponsored by the Millstream Rec Council. 5th Annual Christmas Shopping Party at St Bridget’s Church Hall in Chapel Grove, 2:00-4:00pm. Variety of vendors including local Arts & Crafts and homemade baking. For more info, contact Judy 763-2646 or Nancy 7632301. Thursday, November 12 Seniors’ Christmas Dinner Party 11:45am-1:45pm at the qplex. Tickets ($22 note price correction) on sale until November 2 at the qplex admin office. More info 848-5900. 2105 Hope in the City Breakfast, sponsored by the Salvation Army 7:30-9:00am at SJ Trade & Convention Centre with guest speaker, Kevin Vickers, Canada’s Ambassador to Ireland. Proceeds to the S A Community Response Vehicle & community social programs. Ticket info: 634-7166 or jane_prosser@can.salvationarmy.org. Friday, November 13 Sky Athletics All-Star Cheerleading is holding a Silent Auction & Dance at the Quispamsis Civic Centre to help raise money for their travel expenses to a national cheerleading competition in
WhAT’S hAPPENING April. For tickets or more information, please contact dmsmrobichaud@ hotmail.com.
Saturday, November 14 Fall Market at the Quispamsis Lions Club from 8:00am-2:00pm. Tables are still available ($20 for first, $10 each additional). Christmas Market December 5. For more information 849-6518. Women in Leadership Workshop, 10:00am-12:00noon at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 2 Hammond River Road, Quispamsis. This workshop will explore the qualities of female leadership and why it is effective often underrated! Cost $10 at the door. Info/registration 647-8170. Countdown to Shopping Christmas Expo at the Silver Falls Church (corner of McAllister Drive & Loch Lomond Road) 10:00am-2:00pm. A wide variety of vendors. Snack canteen available on site. Sunday, November 15 7 Annual Sounds for Sigowet Concert at St. Paul's Church (Rothesay), 2:30pm with John Buckley, Andrew Miller, and Danielle Sametz. Tea, treats & silent auction following. Tickets ($20/adults, $10/students) at church office or 8471812. Proceeds will enable orphans to attend secondary school in Eldoret, Kenya. th
Saturday, November 21 Craft Sale – 9:00am-3:00pm at St. Augustine’s Church, 239 Quispamsis Road, (corner of Pettingill/Quispamsis Roads). Admission is $1 with Bake Sale
available. For table rental information please call Dawn at 847-7465 or the Church at 849-8464. 12th Annual Apple Pie Fundraiser, sponsored by Millstream Rec Council. Now taking orders to be picked up on the 21st at 12:00noon. $6 for a 10” apple pie. Call Donna at 433-1434. Volunteers welcome Friday evening or Saturday to help!
November 27-29 Weekend Advent Retreat at Villa Madonna, with Facilitator is Fr. Roger Brennan. Cost is $225/$200. Upon receipt of a $100 deposit, registration considered confirmed. Contact the Villa to register or for more information: 849-5125 or toll-free1-866-783-3300 or email villamadonna@nb.aibn.com. Saturday, November 28 KV Santa Claus Parade starting at 6:00pm (KVHS). Registration until November 13, forms available at qu i s p ams i s . c a / t ow n - h a l l / for ms / permits. Storm date November 29. Annual Christmas Bazaar, 9:00am12:00noon at St. Paul's (4 Church Avenue, Rothesay). Visit our Christmas Café and shop at our Bake, Christmas & Crafts, White Elephant (new-to-you) tables and much more. All proceeds go to local and beyond charities. Info: stpaulsrothesay.com. Sunday, December 6 Trinity Anglican Church in Kingston hosting Stephanie Mainville & Band at 3:00pm. Admission $15. Contact Parish Office at 763-3183/parishofkingston@ gmail.com.
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HHS THEATRE COMPANY UP-DATE This is an important notice for anyone who would like to beat the Christmas rush and save like Mr. Scrooge! On Saturday, November 7 the Hampton High School Theatre Company will be holding an auction in support of our upcoming production at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. This is our first major fundraiser. Proceeds will go toward production costs, travel and accommodations. A wide assortment of at least 200 items will be offered, including pet supplies, a beautiful dining room set, generator, beauty products, gift certificates and much more. As an added incentive, all patrons will receive a $10 gift card from Global Pet Foods. Visa, MasterCard, Debit and cash will be accepted. Viewing will begin promptly at 5:30, and the auction will begin at 6:30pm. More items are still needed, so call 8326123 if you have anything that you would
like to donate. Used items with resale potential are fine, with the exception of clothing, books and mattresses. We have lots of other exciting events scheduled during the coming months, including a chance to win $1000 and a four-wheeler with a plow attachment! Stay tuned! 3737
SJ VOLUNTEER CENTRE The Saint John Volunteer Centre presents “Managing Our Hot Buttons: Communicating Effectively in Difficult Situations” on Thursday, November 26. Communicating calmly, clearly and confidently can be difficult when we perceive that we are being criticized, judged or attacked. If someone “presses our hot button,” then (by definition) we react in a way that seems excessive to others and even to ourselves. This workshop helps us understand, identify, and manage our hot buttons in order to communicate effectively in highly charged situations. Dr. Beth Gilbert is a retired professor from the Faculty of Business at UNBSJ
Saint John. While at UNBSJ, Dr. Gilbert was the Director of the Cooperative Education program in the Faculty of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Theory from the University of Toronto and an MBA and BA from Queen’s University in Kingston. In retirement, Beth does workshops and consulting on Effective Interpersonal Communication and has started a business called Practically Speaking. Subjects for workshops include conflict resolution, effective body language, persuasive presentation of a message, dealing with difficult people, Emotional Intelligence, participative decision making, and establishing boundaries in the workplace. To be held at Meals on Wheels, Beaverbrook Ave, North End with registration from 11:30-11:50am and workshop from 12:00noon-1:00pm. Pre-register ($15/members, $25/nonmembers) by calling 506-658-1555 or email sjvc.training@gmail.com. Failure to notify of cancellation twodays prior to Workshop will result in the fee being invoiced. Prior to registration
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Churches in Quispamsis We welcome you to join us at:
St. Augustine’s Anglican Church 849-8464 239 Quispamsis Rd. (intersect with Pettingill Rd.) Service and Sunday School at 11:00 am Holy Trinity Anglican Church 847-0850 2 Hammond River Rd. - Sunday Service at 9:00 am Thursday After School Godly Play Program 3:30pm - 4:30pm Youth Group, Bible Study/Discussion, ACW Fellowship and Community Meals
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St. Mark’s Catholic Church Pastor: Father Don Breen
171 Pettingill Rd., Quispamsis P: 849-5111 F: 849-5120 www.stmarksparish.ca stmarkschurch@nb.aibn.com
A warm welcome awaits all who come. Masses: Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am &11:15am Facebook.com/stmarkscc @stmarkscc
please advise if you have any mobility restrictions. Bring your lunch, coffee/ tea provided. 3748
SJ COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE The Saint John Community Christmas Exchange is a volunteer agency operating in the Saint John area, matching up those families in need, with groups or individuals willing to provide assistance. Would you consider providing a Christmas Dinner to one of the 2800 families who register for help each year? Individuals or groups wishing to assist a family or make a donation for a Christmas dinner may do so by contacting the Christmas Exchange office at 634‐7868 or by email at sjchristmasexchange@ nb.aibn.com. The Christmas Exchange Office will be open from November 16 until December 18, Monday to Friday from 9:00am until 3:00pm. Those needing assistance are asked to register at a church in their neighbourhood. 3747
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LEGIONS KENNEBECASIS RCL #58 61 Marr Road, Rothesay E2E 5Y8, 8475146, rclkvbr58@hotmail.com Branch Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:30-8:00pm; Friday 2:30-9:00pm; Saturday 2:00-9:00pm; Sundays 1:309:00pm (2:30pm, Shuffleboard, everyone welcome). Sunday Brunch - 10:30am-1:00pm weekly ($7/person, $4/children under 10); juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, cheese omelets (new), tea/coffee. Everyone welcome. The Legion “Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings, please contact the Branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - every third Wednesday (November 18) 11:30am1:30pm. Menu offers choice of two soups (or salad), choice of three sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. $7/person. All welcome. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm
registration, games at 7:00pm every Thursday. 30 tickets (max) available per tournament and pre-registration tickets available at Branch. Tournament cost $20. Serving the Public: Catering available; facility rentals - two rooms available for functions, business and private meetings. Contact Branch for details. Annual Poppy Campaign begins Friday, October 30. The Cadets & Navy League will be conducting a door to door poppy blitz on Saturday, October 31 10:00am12:00noon. 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. Benelovent Fund/Poppy Fund: Our last Poppy Campaign reached a sum of $44,149. After payments were made for
poppy supplies, wreaths, bursaries and Veteran’s assistance the sum of $23,105 remains for the 2015/2016 Campaign. Veterans Need Help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience. Please contact our Service Officer, Emery Hyslop at 944-0660 or 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. For more information on Branch activities or the Legion in general please contact the Branch.
PENINSULA RCL #62 1356 Rte 845, Clifton Royal NB, E5S 2B9; rclpeninsulabr62@bellaliant.net, 7632009 Thursday, October 29 - 10:00-11:00am,
LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER We believe that if a woman with cancer can be helped to look good, chances are she’ll feel better, her spirits will be lifted and she’ll be empowered to face her illness with greater confidence. We like to call it a ‘makeover for the spirit’. Look Good, Feel Better workshops are held on the third Monday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. This program is geared towards patients experiencing skin and hair changes due to radiation and/or chemotherapy. The workshop is free of charge and is held in the Oncology Conference Room at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
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LEGIONS Seniors’ Zumba; 6:30-8:30pm, 140 Legion for weddings, receptions, dinners Peninsula RCACC Cadets’ training. or other events please contact Kelly Wednesday, November 11 - 2:00pm, Newstead at 763-3009. 0014 Remembrance Day Dinner (roast beef with fixins). Tickets ($12) in advance from Bill 763-2325, Terry 832-2396, Kelly 763-3009. Pub open Saturdays 6:00-9:00pm. StopFAMILY PLUS/LIFE in and sign-up for our snowball, listen SOLUTIONS PROGRAMS to some local entertainment, pick up an application to join the legion, or pick up some information on what Legions Your Centre for Family and Personal do locally, provincially and nationally. Wellness. Our Mission: To Enrich Personal, Family and Work Life There is something for everyone. Peninsula Pearls Seniors’ Group meet throughout Our Community. Active Parenting Now (6 weeks). Learn the 2nd & 4th Monday for lunch, meeting, entertainment etc. For more information how to build a stronger relationship about activities or joining contact with your children, instill self-esteem Claudia Small, President at 763-2587. and apply key discipline methods 140 Peninsula Army Cadets meet at (parenting 5-12 year olds). Mondays MCS school for regular training on 7:00-9:00pm, November 9-December Wednesdays, 6:30-9:00pm. Boys and 14 with facilitator Lora Durant. girls aged 12-18 are welcome to attend. All programs are held at the offices of Contact Bob Beyea at 763-2277 for more Family Plus/Life Solutions, 199 Chesley T:4.9” Drive, Suite 204, Saint John, 634-8295. information. Anyone interested in booking the 3677
TRAINS IN THE VALLEY The 31st Annual Model Train Show takes place on Saturday, November 7 from 9:00am-3:00pm at the Island View Lions Club, 8 Market Street in Quispamsis (behind the Foodland grocery store). There are model trains of many sizes and something for all ages. The HO modular layout is even larger this year and the N scale modellers are well represented with a highly detailed operating display as is an UMG layout from PEI. For the youngsters, they can drive Thomas the tank engine around in circles and the newest in Lego trains will be shown. In addition to the operating trains there are sales tables both new and used merchandise, static displays and a canteen for breakfast and lunch. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children 5 to 11, under 5 free. Family pass $15. The show is a presentation of the Saint John Model Railroaders. 3737
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dIRECTOR’S NOTES MUSIC OF OUR ROOTS We have finally come to the other side of Canada’s longest election in living memory. Whatever else those eleven weeks may have done, they certainly gave us all time to question what it means to be Canadian. One of the most important functions of the arts is to show us ourselves, to offer not one answer, but many answers to that thorny question. I took a browse through the Imperial Theatre’s calendar to see what Canadian artists could tell me about being Canadian. For one thing, it seems that wherever we’re from and however far back we go, Canadians love the music of our roots. This fall we’ve had traditional Irish tunes from Evans and Doherty and Acadian fusion from Vishten. In just the next few months we’ve got traditional Newfoundland music from Buddy Wasisname and the Other Fellas and non‐ traditional klezmer/gypsy/Balkan/punk from Toronto’s Lemon Bucket Orkestra. Our cultural roots aren’t the only diverse
things about us. So are our tastes. Years of discipline and training make it possible for the dancers of O Vertigo to bring their latest show, “Petites Formes” to the Imperial Stage. A lot of hanging around in the basement and coming up with whacky, sometimes dangerous ideas went into the creation of “Kenny vs Spenny”, which is coming live to that very same stage. And many many months of Yukon winter went into Ramshackle Theatre’s “Sci‐Fi Double Feature” live‐action/puppet theatre. In our short history, Canadians have created institutions to help us build a national culture. The CBC introduced me and many others to some of the most exciting acts in this season ‐ Shaun Majumder and Ron Sexsmith. Without the support of the Canada Council for the arts, La Otra Orilla would not be able to tour its beautiful flamenco program. Most of us live in cities now, but we remain attached to the land. Rod Beattie tells a classic Canadian story about that in the latest installment of the “Wingfield” plays. Full of gentle humour, these plays chronicle the
trials of a city stockbroker who decides to go “back to the land.” Later this year, Eric Peterson (yes, the one from “Corner Gas” and “Street Legal”) plays real‐life farmer Perry Schmeiser in a documentary play about that man’s battle with agribusiness giant Monsanto. We also love to support our own. Once a year people line up overnight to buy tickets to the Friars Sisters Christmas concert for charity. As soon as the Christmas concert by New Brunswick’s much‐loved son, David Myles, was announced, tickets started flying out the door (there are still a few seats left, but don’t wait). Canadians have created all these ways to offer each other rich answers about who we are and what we care about. It’s a conversation well worth sharing. 0030 Lee Bolton
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ALARMED AND READY John Gignac is forever haunted. Seven years ago, four members of Gignac’s family, his niece Laurie Hawkins, her husband Richard and their children, Cassandra and Jordan died after a blocked chimney vent caused carbon monoxide to seep into their Woodstock, Ontario home. Gignac, who spent 34 years in the fire service, said he lives with the guilt because he believes his inaction contributed to their deaths. “I’m a veteran firefighter; I should have known better,” he told a captivated audience at the Quispamsis Civic Centre. “But I didn’t have one in my own home either and I left my children and my wife unprotected when I went to work at the fire department.” The Alarmed and Ready campaign, organized by the provincial Fire Marshal’s office, toured New Brunswick during Fire Prevention Week. The provincewide campaign served as a reminder to all New Brunswickers to ensure their smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are equipped with working batteries. Gignac told his heart wrenching story at a media event at the Quispamsis Civic Centre, directly above the Kennebecasis Valley Fire Department’s Station 2. It marked the tour’s only stop in the Greater Saint John region. New Brunswick Fire Marshal, Douglas Browne said CO detectors should be an integral part of a family’s fire safety plan. Browne referenced the dozens of pre school children played in the back of the room. He says the provincial government is committed to making New Brunswick
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the best place to raise a family, and part of that commitment involves ensuring our children are safe. Carbon monoxide is a menace because one can’t see it, smell it or taste it. “It’s called a silent killer for a reason,” Browne said. The fight against the silent killer is personal for Gignac. “Carbon monoxide killed four members of my family,” he said. “They never knew what hit them. They did not have a carbon monoxide alarm to warn them about the dangers in their home.” The Alarmed and Ready campaign is a crusade for Gignac. He created a charitable foundation that promotes carbon monoxide education and raises funds to purchase CO alarms
to be given to at risk families by fire departments nationwide. “It’s cheap insurance to protect your family,” Gignac said, raising a CO detector in his left hand for added emphasis. He’s touring the country touting the benefits of a carbon monoxide alarm. His mission is to ensure every Canadian family has one in their home. “I will not let their deaths be in vain.” There are 2,500 smoke alarms and 1,000 carbon monoxide alarms available for distribution free of charge during the campaign. In some communities, firefighters went door to door to ensure residents have working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. 3746
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LISTEN IN CELEBRATING NB MUSIC COMMUNITY Timing is everything! I unfortunately missed this year’s Music/Musique NB festival “506” that celebrates our thriving music community in the province, which took place October 15-18 in Moncton. You can find out more about it here at: musicnb.org. I was in the UK at this time on tour with an artist I work with called Bill Wood and The Woodies. So life is pretty good! Visited Warwick Castle and made the religious pop pilgrimage to Liverpool to be a Beatles bum! Let’s catch up with what happened at the “506” festival and awards. We have plenty of talent right here in our greater Saint John region, including artists on the fast track to making it beyond our humble borders: Tomato/Tomato, Mike Biggar, Brent Mason and Jessica Rhaye to name just a few. There are 30 awards that go out to some of the best in the industry as delegates from around the world come to take part in the showcases, panel discussions and festivities. The dynamic husband and wife duo of Tomato/Tomato won three awards (Hat Trick, Congratulations!) for Folk Artist of the Year, Group Recording of the Year (for So it Goes) and the SOCAN Song of the Year award (for Toss It All Away). Executive Director of Music NB, Jean Surette said this of the talent in NB; “We are very fortunate to have such a dynamic music industry here in New Brunswick”. Other big winners from the area included the Saint John String Quartet for “Classical Artist of the Year”, Brian Baker and The Memphis Knights for “Rock artists of the Year”, Chuck Teed for “Music Industry Professional of the Year”, Nick Fowler for “ Music producer of the Year”, and InterAction School of Performing Arts for “Venue of the Year”. Congratulations to everyone who won and was nominated! Good work by all involved! I know you can purchase many of the local artists CDs, tapes and vinyl at Backstreet Records in uptown Saint John. If you love local music, make a point of getting out
there and seeing and hearing what is happening in your “Scene”! You never know, the next future music legend may be in your own backyard. Don’t take it for granted! Support Local! If you know of someone I should be writing about (musical friend or family member) let me know by sending me a link to: jlibertyartists@aol.com. 0041
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IN ThE GARdEN A BOUNTIFUL HARVEST... Despite the rather un-promising weather this summer, most gardeners agree that the harvest has been very good and the key job in hand would be that of preserving the goodies for the coming ‘gardening free’ season. Many root crops can be left in the ground for a while since the covering soil will protect them from freezing, though with the exception of parsnips, they will need to be taken into storage when below zero temperatures are at hand. Parsnips and turnips benefit from a good frost and are much sweeter as a result. Parsnips can winter over in the garden and as long as they are harvested and eaten before they sprout new growth, they can be the earliest vegetable to be harvested in the spring. Most root crops do best in a dry cool storage area that will not freeze, I have found that layering carrots in dry wood shavings will maintain a really good level of flavour and will be viable well into the
spring; some people prefer to layer in sand. Brussels sprouts can be hung in a frost free cellar and thus can be used as needed for several months, they can stand a bit of frost in the garden without coming to grief, however if they do freeze they will need to be processed immediately. Cabbages can be harvested with a long stock attached and laid on slatted shelves or in plastic mesh bags, only the really firm jobs will do well, lightweight ones should be used up, (a good supply of Sauerkraut is an asset in any kitchen and keeps well). Onions need to be carefully dried and stored either in string bags or skilfully braided and hung as decoration in the kitchen; as with all harvesting, great care needs to be taken to avoid bruising that will inevitably lead to rot and mildew; it’s best to treat all produce as if you were dealing with eggs! Potatoes are particularly vulnerable and are best harvested with a fork, working from well outside the circle that surrounds the plant and working toward the centre; these staples of most family’s diet are easily bruised, the black patches so often
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seen in commercially produced bags are mainly due to rough handling. When drying and storing, spuds must be kept in the dark… just pretend that you are a politician! Sunlight and daylight can produce dangerous toxins which have been proven to cause Spina Bifida in some babies whose mothers have eaten ‘green potatoes’ so, at all times these taters must be protected, strong brown paper bags are ideal. Any damaged produce should be processed as soon as possible, practically any vegetable will enhance a soup, so chop them up and simmer them in a good stock and freeze the excess, serve to guests and family and together give thanks… Blessings, Betty. 0038
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POINT OF VIEW TECHNOLOGY TAKETH AWAY I'd like to say you left me without warning, but that would be a lie. You gave me plenty of hints that you were unhappy, especially in your final few weeks. You'd fall asleep for no reason, and it was hard to wake you back up. You started getting lazy - really lazy - and wouldn't respond to many of my requests. I know you were tired, Lennie, but did you have a leave me this way and take my column with you? I don't wanna brag or anything, but my latest column was pretty good. I'd spent hours working on it, even did some research. Yeah, so that's the thanks I get for taking you to the 'doctor' for not-so-regular check ups, I protected you from all those nasty viruses out there, at least most of them. I put you to sleep every single night
(sorry for keeping you up so late), and only shut you down when I absolutely had to. When you lost your memory that time, I even gave you more. Yeah, so what if I pushed your buttons and stared at you a lot; I just couldn't help myself. We had this connection, well except for when the power went out, which is a lot when you live where we do. You were everything I needed, and I really liked you. So I had this bad habit of spilling food on you, and even a few drinks, but it wasn't intentional - honest! Okay, so I might have dropped you a few times too, but you have to give me credit for always picking you up and dusting you off. Gosh, I feel so terrible now. I should have been a better mother to you, Lennie, Now you've done gone and left me, which left me with no choice. I'm taking you to the 'doctor' one last time, hoping he can convince you to give me back my stuff. Not nice at all, Lennie, you should be
ashamed of yourself. In fact, I think it's time to trade you in for a younger, prettier, more reliable model. Not sure yet if she'll be an Acer, Dell, HP or a high priced Mac, but I'm naming her Stella. Just like when I brought you home for the first time, I'll just know when I've found the right one for me. Thanks for all the joy you brought me, Lennie. You were a good boy, and I'll miss your 'file'. Seven years just wasn't long enough. 0032
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2015 BARE NECESSITIES CAMPAIGN The Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce recently a7in Business Forum. The Bare Necessities campaign, currently in its 14th year, encourages people from across the Saint John region to collect toiletries and personal care items to be donated to various community organizations such as First Steps Housing, Hestia House, Romero House, the John Howard Society, and more during the holiday season. The donated items are assembled, boxed, and delivered to the organizations by members of the Women in Business forum.
Items donated to the campaign may include, but certainly are not limited to, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, soap, body lotion, razors, feminine hygiene products, toothbrushes, toothpaste, face wash, face cloths and hand towels, deodorant, mouthwash, hair brushes and combs, and more. An easy way to contribute donations to Bare Necessities is to collect miniature toiletries from hotels when you are on business trips or vacation. Items can be dropped at any of the following locations until December 2: The Chamber, 40 King Street; Manchester Shoe Salon, Market Square; CIBC branches in the Saint John region (44 King Street, 1 Main Street West, 70 Consumers Drive, 83C Hampton Road in Rothesay); RBC branches in the
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MEMORY CAFE Caregivers, are you looking for an outing for someone who has dementia? Come join us at the Memory Cafe held on the 2nd Sunday afternoon of the month at St Paul's Church Hall, 4 Church Ave, Rothesay. Between 2:00 and 4:00pm, there will be a speaker, social times with refreshments and musical entertainment. Please save these dates: November 8 and December 13. Info: Emily 6348722 or saintjohn@alzheimernb.ca. 3460
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Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair, Perhaps you sent a floral piece, if so we saw it there; Perhaps you spoke the kindest words as any friend could say, Perhaps you were not there at all just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts,we thank you so much whatever the part.
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FAMILy MATTERS THE MAGIC OF MUSIC Something magical happens when we hear music. What is it about music that brings children together? Is it the beat? Is it the words? Is it a feeling? The answer is all of the above. As parents we can use music to encourage learning and development in a multitude of ways. 1. Movement - Moving to music, playing instruments, using props and acting out words gives children a chance to improve their gross and fine motor skills. Not to mention that movement songs are just plain fun. 2. Language - Music is a great way for children to improve their speech. Singing along to their favourite nursery rhyme or song can improve children’s confidence when it comes to speaking aloud. Through music, children learn how to pronounce words as well as understand what words mean and in what context. 3. Emotional Expression - Singing, dancing, playing instruments and musical
games stimulate children’s creativity and imagination because different types of music can provoke different emotions. Children learn about their emotions through exploring what music makes them feel happy or sad. 4. Sensory Development - Actively engaging with music promotes the development of the auditory system and of listening skills. Following the beat or notes of music helps train the auditory system to process information needed for everyday listening tasks, like following (multiple) directions. Using a wide variety of instruments provides kinesthetic sensory feedback too. 5. Academic - Music contributes to the development of children’s memory, early literacy and math skills. Learning lyrics will improve recall ability and reading. Adding music to words solidifies the information being learned and seals it. As parents we likely used music and mnemonics to learn important concepts. Following notes and beats requires concentration and attention. These skills
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ASK ThE ChEF WHAT TO DO WITH CRAB APPLES Colin Sifton here from Holly's Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your questions. This week I was asked about crab apples. What are they and what can you do with them. Crab apples are sometimes called wild apples. A smaller version of regular apples, but they are apples. There is actually 50 different versions of crab apples. Because of the size, texture and flavour of crab apples, often the only ones to eat them is wildlife. Now if you process and cook crab apples they are often a great treat which are full of vitamins and nutrients. One way to process crab apples is to make jelly. Place crab apples in a pot
and add sugar to sweeten. Add just enough water to cover the apples and bring to a boil. Cook for about an hour so the apples are good and soft. Pour through a strainer, stirring so you get all the pulp without the extras. Now just place in jars and add a cinnamon stick. Seal and use as needed. Crab apples have enough pectin so you don't need to add any. Seal it and use as a spread or topping all year round. My favourite way to eat crab apples is to poach them. Take as many crab apples as you want. I like the ones that still have a stem. I take a clove and stick it in the base of the apple. Now place the apples in a sauce pan, but one layer only. Add honey or sugar to sweeten and a little cinnamon. Cover the sauce pan and bring to a light boil.
Do not have a strong boil because it will break down the crab apples and you will not get a good product. Poach for 30 minutes, remove from liquid and allow to cool. Once they are cool, you will have a great snack or dessert. Serve as they are or with ice cream. You can play with your flavours by adding white wine, brandy or grenadine. So if you have a crab apple tree in your yard, don't just let the deer have them, go out and make something with them. A new little fall treat. 0040
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MUSINGS SURROUNDED BY COLOUR As I sit down to write this it is an absolutely stunning fall day. As I drove to work this morning along our little country road I was admiring the beautiful colours. A little rain overnight
didn’t hurt, as it enriched the colour and therefore my experience as well. I later took a lunchtime walk through Hampton and again was struck with what a beautiful spot we are privileged to live in, with the trees of yellow, gold, orange and red. Fall is such an amazing time of year. Not only the colour is invigorating, but
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the air has a different smell (must be all those rotting vegetarians Michael mentioned an issue or two ago!) and the light a different texture. If colour really does influence mood, fall in the Maritimes should be upbeat and full of life as we are surrounded by lively joyous colours every time we step outdoors or even look out the window. As I was walking I noticed how few of the ubiquitous coffee cups and fast food wrappers were along the roadside. This may be because it was quite breezy and they had all blown further afield; or it may be that people are showing greater respect for our land; or perhaps that the regular walkers are picking up after the slobs among us. Perhaps a combination of all those, but regardless it looked lovely with only the litter from the trees along the roadside. As I walked along I could not resist scuffing my feet through the leaves (I would call it child-like, Michael would no doubt say childish). The rustle, rustle is somehow a sound of childhood that all of us can continue to enjoy, even though I am now by most measurements considered in my senior years. Cars cruised past me with their trailing wakes of leaves and the breeze kept them aloft for extended periods of time. As I headed up the final stretch over the old humpedback bridge the breeze was behind me and I actually turned to look, as it sounded like I was being followed by a giant millipede! Fortunately it was only the wind in the leaves . . . I think. “I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ~ L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables. 0002
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