Vol. 9, No. 2
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Clinical Audiologist
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Leslie Clack
Clinical Audiologist Office Manager Service Bilingue Hearing Instrument Practitioner
14 Wellesley Avenue, Saint John, NB E2K 2T9 506-634-7136
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Easter
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Wishing you a Blessed and Joyful
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“WOODLANDS WALKING”
For the very few of you with good memories, you may recall quite a few years ago, when I wrote about “Garden Boys” and “Garden Gods”. Garden Boys are all the people like myself who do all the gardening scut work like digging and lifting, while the “Garden Gods”, such as the missus, get to decide what plants go where and essentially who prospers and who ends up in the compost pile. So now, that I have decided that our woodlot needs some major pruning, I have become the biggest “Garden God” in our family. I mean the missus is in charge of the fate of maybe a few dozen plants. Hah, ... my best estimate is our woodlot has somewhere in the neighbourhood of 500,000 trees that need their fates decided. With all this responsibility, a walk in the woods has taken on a new dimension. For the missus, a walk in the woods involves putting her head down and following the established wood’s road. While she is quite adept at spotting critter prints in the snow, I personally prefer to look around and see if there is an actual bear, moose or coyote who may be taking an interest in me. But now, I am not only stopping to observe whether critters are about, but I also stop and peer endlessly at trees. “That dying birch should come down, one of those spruce should be thinned, do I eliminate the crooked maple or the fir that are growing together??” With the responsibility for making life or death decisions for half a million residents, I feel compelled to get off the wood’s road and meet as many of them as possible and so side trips are common. So now a simple walk in the woods is never simple. “Have I looked over that knoll, those trees down there seem interesting, etc., etc.” But, I am really having difficulty remembering names. “Are you Mrs Cedar 1542 or are you Mrs Cedar 3647?” At times I find it bothersome that humans should be manipulating Mother Nature. While, there appears to be clear evidence that managing wood lots carefully can improve their productivity and even improve habitat for critters, I still sometimes wonder if man can actually do better. On the other hand, no one seems to think that we should try and live on wild potatoes and carrots. If sowing potatoes and thinning carrots is OK, why not careful management of trees?? Just a few things to think on as I wander about, wondering .. “Where am I??” 800 For your convenience you can drop off ads and editorial at the following locations; payment by cheque or exact change.
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SOPHIA RECOVERY CENTRE PRESENTS
“PEARLS OF WISDOM” A Signature Event Choose an oyster and receive your own cultured pearl... Exquisite jewellery collection for sale Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church Gondola Point Road, Rothesay
Saturday March 31st at 2pm Delicious desserts and coffee served Cost: $25 Raffle draw of Diamond Pendant Necklace Valued at $2000+ Call for tickets Sophia Recovery Centre: 633-8783 Mission Statement:
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Market Place Wellness Centre
Growing as a community together Market Place Wellness Center is a community Wellness Centre that is located in the Carelton Community Centre, designed to promote the health and wellness of the residents of the west side. We offer a wide variety of programs (most of which are free) and new programs are always in the works. Stop by and see us if you have any questions on programs call 674-4335. Specimen Collection - Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:30am-2:30pm by appointment only, please call 648-6681. Food Bank - Tuesdays & Fridays 1:00-3:00pm. Art for Seniors – Thursdays 1:00-3:00pm. Monthly Foot Care Clinic – every 3rd Wednesday, by appointment 657-2273. Are you over 50 and want to be more active? Join our free classes - Tuesdays from 10:00-11:00am at the Hope Centre and Fridays from 2:00-3:00pm at the Carleton Community Centre. No charge. Food Purchase Club - for more information call West-674-4335. One change (old North End) - 635-2035, Crescent Valley - 6938513, St. Joseph’s Community Health Centre - 632-5537 West Side Community Kitchen Program – free. Social Development worker on site to answer questions, Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-3:00pm. 720
Fundraiser for Cancer society
39 King St. Saint John Carla Salazar 632-1127
In support of the Canadian Cancer Society, Reg and Duane Hilchie are sponsoring an evening of Country & Gospel music on Friday, March 30th 7:00pm at The Church Of The Resurrection, Grand Bay. Entertainment for the evening: Allison Inch, Hazel Marie Robertson, Brad Trecartin, Angela Curran, Ton Mason, Camille Arsenault, Fraser Smith, Tracy Armstrong, and many more. Admission by free will offering. 733
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Solar Scouts & Alpha III Rockets! Rocket engines make model rocketry one of the most popular outdoor activities. Mineral Radio Gateway Kit • AM broadcasting radio waves, never needs batteries!
Church of Good shepherd events
“Faith and Business” with Pat Darrah as speaker at the Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast to be held at the Church of the Good Shepherd (668 Manawagonish Road at Catherwood) on Saturday, March 31st at 8:30am.. Proceeds from this Breakfast will go to the Seafarers’ Mission. Admission by free-will offering. For tickets or information on either event please call 635-8145. 730
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2012 SHORT STORY COMPETITION
The Professional Writers Association of Canada – Southwest New Brunswick chapter (PWAC- SWNB) will provide two $500 awards to Grade 12 students graduating from a high school in Southwestern New Brunswick this June. To be eligible for the prize, students must write and submit an original 1,000 to 1,500 word short story on a topic of his or her choice. The stories will be read and critiqued by a jury of professional writers from PWAC- SWNB who then select the top two entrants. Applications are available at eligible high school guidance offices as well as on the PWAC-SWNB website www.pwacswnb. ca under News. The deadline for entries is Tuesday, May 1st. Funding for the $500 awards is provided by the James Venner Russell Foundation. For more information, contact: Carmel Vivier, chapter president 849-2136; carmelv@nbnet.nb.ca. 807
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Pre-Season Clear-out!
2011 Bikes are up to 25% off! Get a head start this season! Limited sizing for leftover models Pick from Giant, Scott, Kona and KHS bikes starting at $300 New road and trail bikes hitting the floor everyday as well as fresh clothing and gear from Scott, Giro, Dakine and Fox racing
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #87
Greenwich, NB Mondays - 7:00pm, Jam Session (none on holidays). Tuesdays – 7:30pm, Darts. Fridays - 7:00pm, Games Room open. Saturdays - 6:00pm, Games Room open. Anyone interest in helping out with any Legion event or who would like to become a member; the monthly meetings are held at the Legion on the second Thursday of each month. Contact Rose Linton at 757-2963. Legion Rental: Contact Lynn Vail 468-2927. Everyone welcome. 711
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Cantata at St. Columba Church
Saint Columba Presbyterian Church choir and friends present the Cantata “Jesus Christ is Lord” written by Marty Parks, on Sunday, April 15th at 6.30pm at the church 1454 Manawagonish Rd., Saint John. A reception will be held in the church hall following the presentation.
Childhood Sexual Abuse survivors
Are you a survivor of childhood sex abuse? Do you personally know at least one survivor? Are you just someone interested in hearing more about the topic of childhood sex abuse? Or maybe you work in the field of health services and understand that this is a timely and important topic affecting thousands of people. The support group for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse invites you to an open information meeting at Lily Lake Pavilion on Wednesday, April 4th at 6:30pm. For further information contact Elsie McGraw at mcgrame@ nb.sympatico.ca. 910
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CURL FOR MENTAL HEATH
Cedar HillGreenwood Cemetery Take the pressure off of your loved ones later... Purchase your burial lot now.
On Saturday, March 31st Canadian Mental Health Association , Saint John Branch, will be celebrating the 22nd annual Curl for Mental Health at the Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club. This event has been organized every year in order to raise funds to support education programs and services that are meeting the needs of so many individuals within the greater Saint John area. Curl for Mental Health promises to be a fun-filled day of curling. The entry fee is $50/person or $200/team. There will be lunch for curlers, 50/50 draw, door prizes, great music and some fantastic itmes up for auction. No experience necessary. Hurry … hurry hard in support of a great cause – call 633-1705 to register your team today. 942
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Tutor Training at READ Saint John
READ Saint John, a United Way agency, is looking for volunteers who would like to help adults to improve their reading and writing. Would you like to give someone the gift of reading? Then call READ Saint John to register for our upcoming Tutor Training Workshop. This 20-hour training will give you all the skills you need to become a certified Laubach Literacy tutor. The last spring training will be given on (Friday evening and Saturday during the day) on March 30th & 31st. Cost of registration is $10, lunch will be provided. Call our office for more information at 633-2011, send an email to readsj@nbnet.nb.ca or find us on Facebook! 947
SJhs production
Saint John High School presents the Miss Saigon Musical, with direction by Patricia Gallager and directed by Tracy Lutz. Performances will be held in the Dennis Knibb Auditorium on March 28th, 29th & 30th with curtain times at 7:30pm. Tickets (available at the SJHS office 658-5358): Adults $15 Reserved/$12 Rush; Students/Seniors $12 Reserved/$10 Rush 932
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Toastmasters in Saint John
If you are interested in learning public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive, enjoyable environment using a proven self-paced program, you are invited to attend Saint John Toastmasters. We meet every Monday night 6:00-8:00pm at St. Malachy’s High School (corner of Leinster & Sydney Streets) and guests are always welcome. For more information visit the website at saintjohn. toastmastersclubs.org. 900
NBYO Season Finale
The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra’s Season Finale will be held on Sunday April 1st 2:00pm at the Imperial Theatre, Saint John. Tickets: $22/ general admission and $12/students. Tickets are available at Imperial Theatre Box Office 674-4100. 943
Pregnancy Centre AGM
The Pregnancy Resource Centre of Saint John will hold its AGM on Friday, April 13th 7:00pm at Rothesay Baptist Church. Please join us for dessert and coffee and hear some exciting news about the Centre. Special music guests will be Mike Griffin, Chris Spencer and Joanne and Alex Daggett. You will also hear some moving testimonials from Centre clients. Come and invite a friend. 602
Dance it up for Alexis Smith
Alexis Smith is a very bright and beautiful grade 8 French Immersion student at Barnhill Middle School. Alexis is so very loved, not only by her family but also by a fantastic group of friends. Recently, Alexis has been diagnosed with leukemia and is currently receiving treatment at the IWK in Halifax. Medications, travel expenses and accommodations (some treatments may take her to Ontario), can be very costly. In support of Alexis and her family a “Dance Up 4 Cancer” event is being held at the St. Rose School Gym Sunday, April 1st. This event is for everyone: 11 years and older from 10:00am-6:00pm; 6-10 years from 10:00am-2:00pm; 3-5 years old from 12:00noon2:00pm. Collect pledges (goal of minimum $25 to participate) and dance, dance, dance - no dance experience necessary. There will be games, prizes canteen and performances/fun demos. Registration is required to participate. To register or to make a donation, please contact DanceUp4Cancer@hotmail.com.
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KOC BRUNCH & CRIBBAGE
The Knights of Columbus (#9176) are now holding their Sunday Brunches at St. Matthew’s Church – the fourth Sunday of each month. 702
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Ready Set Relay!
It’s time to dust off your sneakers, call your team members and register for Relay For Life! Register by March 31st and be entered into a draw for an IPad2! Wow! To register your team, please call Sheila Burtt 7572525 or Cathy Shannon 757-8891 or visit relayforlife.ca. Your participation in Relay For Life helps us to have more impact, against more cancers, in more communities, than any other cancer charity in Canada. “I have a tremendous sense of gratitude for my friends, family and the medical team who helped me battle cancer. I know how scary and lonely cancer can be. I am truly honoured to be a part of an event like Relay For Life that brings comfort and inspiration to people in need.” – Karen Hobart For more information please contact co-chairs Liz Chisholm 738-8976 or Melanie Crowley 738-8621. See you at the Relay in Grand Bay-Westfield on June 8th, 2012. 726
“Instruments for Peace”
Instruments for Peace is a group that meets every second Thursday of the month at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 668 Manawagonish Road, to explore and promote non-violent solutions to international conflicts. All welcome! 715
LANCASTER LEGION # 69
90th Birthday Fun!
Friends of Bernice Jones
are invited to help celebrate her 90th birthday at the River Center in Hampton, Sat. April 7th between 2 & 4pm. Come and join us with lots of Best Wishes!
Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095, www.rcl69. ca. Tuesday, March 27 & April 10th – no entertainment. Tuesday, April 3rd, 17th, 24th & May 1st - 7:00pm, dance with Delbert Worden in the Memorial Lounge. Friday, March 30th; April 13th, 20th & 27th - 9:00pm, Karaoke in the Lower Bar with Norm Boucher. Note: Friday, April 6th & Sunday, April 8th – Branch closed Saturday, March 31st & April 21st- 1:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in the Lower Bar; 9:00pm-12:00midnight Dance with Henry Wallace & 2nd Time Around in the Upper Hall, $7/person. Saturday, April 7th – 1:00pm, dance with Donny & Delbert in the Lower Bar; 9:00pm-12:mid-night, dance with Reg Gallant & Yesterday’s Wine, $7/person. Saturday, April 14th - 1:00pm, Dance with Donny & Delbert in the Lower Bar. Sunday, April 1st, 15th, 29th - 8:00pm, Dance with Johnny & Sonny in the Upper Hall. Sunday, April 22nd – 8:00pm, Dance with Albert & Sam in the Upper Hall. 710
HAPPY EASTER
Rodney Weston
MP/député - Saint John
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CALENDAR OF LECTURES & EVENTS FOR 2012 Duncan Kelbaugh's popular lecture series returns this spring, Saturday mornings at 10am, rain or shine. FREEMAN PATTERSON LECTURE JUNE 9! Come visit the Corral, see the Alpacas, goats, pigs, and all their friends. Bring veggies for them, bread for the ducks. Watch for RED TAG SPECIALS (30 to 70% 0FF) in the Valley Viewer, KV Style and on our website www.brunswicknurseries.com. April 7th to 21st: EARLYBIRD SEASON (Come on out - get your worm!) Get Advice from the experts to start the gardening season off right! First of the RED TAG SPECIALS. Plus: Earlybird Savings - show us this flier to get $20 off any purchase of $100 or more. April 14 th & 15 th: Visit us at Valley Expo at the qplex in Quispamsis. See our products, ask us any question about pruning, perennials, peonies, dahlias, deer, daffs, or whatever you want! Get Show Special Coupons for great deals at the Garden Center just 5 minutes away. April 21st: GRAND OPENING Spring Egg Hunt For the Kids 5000 chocolate eggs to find in our 3 greenhouses. Special prizes. Starts 10am, rain or shine. It’s Earth Day April 22. Shade Trees 22% OFF this weekend - Green up your yard! April 28 th: Lecture: Deer Me! How to garden with deer in the neighbourhood! Plants they do and don't like, dealing with damage, protecting plants, designing a deer resistant yard, fencing options, etc. We sell or install great deer fencing. Learn how to do it yourself, or get us to give you a price to install. RED TAG SPECIALS this week. May 5 th: Lecture: Walkways, Walls, and Patios; Base preparation, compacting, drainage, wall height, patterns, block & paver types, cutting pavers, etc. RED TAG SPECIALS again this week. May 12 th: Mother’s Day. Gift ideas for Mum. Gerbera daisies 20% off. Put your name in the draw for a full-size flowering tree for your Mum, delivered and planted if you want. Enter all spring. Draw May 13th, 5pm. Other great gift specials at the garden center. May 19th: ANNUAL FIELD DAY; RED TAG SPECIALS on this week. 11am: Kids’ Scavenger Hunt on the Corral Nature Trail. On your marks, get set, go! 36 loonies, 36 toonies, and the grand $36 prize hidden on the nature trail for the kids to find! (been in business 36 years!) 11:30: Hot dog BBQ, Tractor & Wagon rides for the kids & Pond Games on Piggy Pond. May 26 th: WINDOW BOXING WEEKEND. Bring your own containers and window boxes Saturday or Sunday for expert advice on filling & planting containers. We supply design expertise & Free Potting Soil - just bring your gloves and containers & buy the plants from our great selection. This is also a BLOODY GOOD WEEKEND to get fancy trees: Bloodgood Maples one third off. Other bloody good deals on selected plants. June 2 nd: MAGNOLIA WEEKEND. Lecture: Growing Magnolias in the Kennebecasis Valley. Duncan shows you how to plant and care for these magnificent flowering trees. Free manure and bonemeal with each Magnolia purchased. Brand new varieties arriving for this weekend, some you may not have heard of! June 9th: Rhodo Weekend: Lecture: Rhododendrons & Azaleas: Well-known photographer and rhododendron enthusiast FREEMAN PATTERSON discusses his favourite varieties, planting tips, and cultural methods. We have a great collection of beautiful and interesting rhodos and azaleas to offer you. June 16 th: 2-hour Shrub Pruning Clinic: Duncan’s popular 2-hour pruning demo. Learn how to prune most of the common types of shrubs in a way you can take home and practice immediately. Evergreens, broadleafs, flowering shrubs, etc. Special offer: Pruners, shears and loppers sharpened free during the lecture.
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Borderline Crazy Show Dates
March 30th, 31st April 14th, 28th May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th June 2nd, 9th, 15th
When the hottest hangout in town straddles the Canada/U.S. border, you get the best of both worlds: strong Canadian beer at weak American prices, and the hottest entertainment on either side of the line.
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HVHS production
Harbour View High School presents Phantom of the Opera at the Imperial Theatre from Thursday, April 26th until Saturday, April 28th at 7:30pm and a Saturday matinee at 1:00pm. This popular musical is a tale of love, lust and desire. The tickets are $20 and $25 for and can be purchased at the Imperial Theatre box office by calling 674-4100 or online at imperialtheatre.nb.ca. 722
RCL #58 Celebrating 60 years
The Fundy Ladies’ Branch #68 the Royal Canadian Legion will celebrate 65 years of service to fellow Veterans and their community with an Open House, at the Lancaster Branch #69 RCL on Wednesday, April 18th from 7:00-9:00pm. 717
Local ‘Project Linus’ chapter news
Project Linus was named for the adorable blanket toting character from the “Peanuts” comic strip. Charles Schultz was aware of Project Linus and was delighted to have Linus inspire blanket makers to help comfort a child in need. Blankets are given to children when they are in need of a big warm HUG! My chapter has donated to the Hampton and Grand Bay RCMP, Rothesay Fire and Police departments, Hestia House, First Steps and other children who were in need. I would like to Thank Vera Turnbull, students, staff and parents of RCS Netherwood for their kind and generous donations to Project Linus. Vera has been a tireless worker on the Project for 10 years. Every year she comes up with more and more quilts, she is a dynamo. A large tip of the hat to her and her students/ staff that get together for this. Without people like this Project Linus would not exist. At this time I would also like to ask for yarn donations for a wonderful lady who has offered to knit blankets for Project Linus - wew worsted four-ply or baby yarn is acceptable, large balls make a quilt for a teen in need, smaller one for the youngsters. Thank you in advance. Anyone who has yarn to donate can contact me at w.finnie@nb.sympatico.ca. Wanda Finniemore Regional Director of Project Linus. 808
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RCL CARLETON #02
290 Ludlow St. West 635-9919 Sundays: 1:00-4:00pm, “25¢ Bingo”, 50/50, canteen available. Everyone welcome. Mondays: Dabber Bingo, doors open at 5:30pm, Early Bird games start at 6:30 and Regular games at 7:00pm. 50/50 and Canteen. Everyone welcome. Saturday, March 31st – 4:00-6:00pm, Hot hamburger & fries, veggies, dessert, tea/coffee. $8/person, all welcome. Saturday, April 14th – 9:00pm-12:30pm, dance with Allison Inch, Carol Ann Perry and The East Coast Express. Admission $5/person at the door. Everyone welcome. Tuesday, April 17th – 3:30-6:30pm. Jed & Moe, no cover charge. Everyone welcome. 712
Wanted - Hunters & Shooters
The River Valley Sporting Association has an approved shooting range at Carters Point, Kingston Peninsula open seven days a week. Yearly membership is $40 starting January ($35 for seniors). To join or for more information, meetings to be held at Grand Bay Centrum Room “A”, Council Chambers (upstairs) 7:30pm Thursday, April 5th and Thursday, May 3rd. 723
Good News on Good Friday
St. George’s Anglican Church (corner of Watson Street and Duke Street West) will be holding a Children’s Program (ages 3-11 years) on Friday, April 6th from 1:30-3:30pm. Celebrate the Easter story with songs, crafts and a few surprises. Call Lynn Adams at 635-8474 for more information. 732
MARCO POLO QUILTERS’ GUILD
The Marco Polo Quilters Guild welcomes all those interested in quilting whether they are beginners or experienced quilters. Join us at St. Columba Church on the first Wednesday of every month from 7:00-9:00pm and every Thursday from 10:00am-2:00pm. Come and enjoy the fellowship of quilting. Bring a friend, enjoy the programs, take a workshop, learn a most enjoyable and time-honoured skill. For further information contact: Sandra Betts 672-4636, sgbetts@nbnet.nb.ca or Norah Sullivan-O’Toole 674-1639, mnorahsullivan@hotmail.com. 728
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION PRIZE DRAW
Don t let another minute pass you by - sign up for the Grand Bay-Westfield Relay For Life by March 31, 2012. For more information, please contact Melanie Crowley 738-8621 or Liz Chisholm 738-8976. Grand Bay-Westfield Relay For Life, June 8, 2012.
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Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Nominations Nominations will cease April 20th
On February 6, 2012 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II marked the 60th anniversary of the accession to the Throne. In celebration of Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee a commemorative medal has been created. Medals will be presented to worthy recipients of the Electoral District of Saint John in recognition of their service, contributions and achievements.
Categories: ◆ Veterans/Military
◆ Community Service
◆ Education /Health
◆ Sport
◆ Business
◆ Youth
Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this honour a person... ◆ Must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, but need
not necessarily reside in Canada.
◆ Must have made a significant contribution to a particular province, territory,
region or community within Canada, or an achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada; and
◆ Must be alive on February 6, 2012, the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the Throne. The medal can be awarded posthumously, as long as the recipient was alive on that date.
For Nomination applications visit www.rodneyweston.ca or you may pick up the applications at 90 King Street, Saint John, or you may call for an application to be mailed out to you by calling 657-2500
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Dorine’s Flower Center
Life Is Better With Friends. Are you a newcomer to Saint John? Are you looking to meet new people and find interesting things to do? Saint John Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers is a club for women who have moved to the Greater Saint John and Kennebecasis Valley area in the past two years. We meet for coffee, lunch, dinner, Bridge, book club, moms and tots, walking, skiing, and various other events. Get in touch…meet other “newcomers” to the Greater Saint John area If you would like to join, e-mail us at sjkvnewcomersclub@gmail. com. For more information go to our blog at sjkvnewcomers. blogspot.com. 600
V.O.N. HOME SUPPORT SERVICES
Victorian Order of Nurses offers a wide range of community health care solutions that meet the needs of Canadians. Home Support Services enhance an individual’s quality of life by providing them with the personal assistance and support needed to make them comfortable in their home. Specially trained Home Support workers provide homemaking, personal care and respite care: Homemaking includes laundry, grocery shopping, light house keeping and meal preparation; Personal Care consists of bathing, skin care, dressing, grooming, feeding, exercise & medical supervision; Respite Care: Gives relief to family members or friends who are caregivers to their loved ones. We provide services to clients in the Greater Saint John area. If you are interested in finding out more about our Home Support Services please call our office at 635-1530. 603
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Alzheimer’s Café
Know Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia? You are invited to join us for a free coffee and snack on the last Sunday of each month at St. Mark’s Church, 50 Dexter Drive West Saint John from 2:00-4:00pm. Education, support and a friendly atmosphere for those living with dementia, their loved ones and caregivers. All Welcome. Please contact Ed Sullivan at 672 5286 or sulli@ nb.sympatico.ca. 612
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Easter Facts Easter is the oldest and the most important Christian Festival, the celebration of the death and coming to life again of Jesus Christ. For Christians, the dawn of Easter Sunday with its message of new life is the high point of the Christian year. Pagan traditions give us the English word “Easter” which comes from the word “Eostre”. The AngloSaxon word for April was “Eostre-monath” (the month of openings). However, it should be remembered that Christians celebrated the resurrection of Christ long before the word “Easter” was used, and the word they used for the celebration was “Pascha”, which is derived from and linked to the Jewish festival of Passover. According to Bede, the English monastic historian, the English word Easter comes from the Anglo-Saxon name for the month of April, which was known as “Eostremonath” in the AngloSaxon tongue and since Pascha was most often celebrated in Eostremonath, the English Christians began calling it “Easter”. Bede also notes that the month was named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess Esostre.
Rituals related to the goddess Eostre focus on new beginnings, symbolized by the Easter egg, and fertility, which is symbolized by the hare (or Easter bunny). Easter is called a moveable feast because the date of Easter changes every year. Easter Sunday can fall on any date from March 22 to April 25. The reason for this variation in the date of Easter is based on the lunar calendar (moon) rather than our more wellknown solar one. Easter always falls on the first Sunday following the full Moon (the Paschal Full Moon) after March 21. If the Full Moon falls on a Sunday then Easter is the next Sunday.
Easter Riddles: Q. How do rabbits travel? A. By HAREplanes. Q. What kind of stories do rabbits like best? A. Ones with hoppy endings. Q. What do you call a bunny with fleas? A. Bugs Bunny! Q. What do you call a rabbit with the sniffles? A. A runny bunny. Q. How do you catch a unique rabbit? A. You neak up on it . WesTides - March 27, 2012
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Fundraiser gospel concert
You are cordially invited to attend a fundraiser Gospel Concert to be held at the Church of Resurrection in Grand Bay on Sunday, April 29th at 7:00pm. A love offering will be taken for further needed repairs to our little heritage church, south Oromocto Lake Village. Blessing us with many talents: Allison Inch, Living Water, Murray Sheils, Rev. Blake & Pam Doucet, Erroll & Maureen Patriquen, Wendy Murphy & Kim Banks, Dick McAleer & Jerry Wilson and Steve Stackhouse. For more information please call Jeannie at 738-1812. 731
COMMUNITY ADULT LEARNING PROGRAM
Free classes in Math & English, lower levels up to GED. Small classes, mornings or afternoons, Monday-Friday. Start at your own skill level, work at your own pace. The program will take place at the Carleton Community Centre. Call Jim Burns for more info at 658- 2815. 729
RIVER VALLEY LIONS
The River Valley Lions Club are holding Bingo every Thursday. The doors open at 6:00 with quarter games starting at 6:20, early bird games at 7:00pm followed by regular games at the River Valley Lions Community Centre, 27 Inglewood Drive Grand Bay-Westfield (wheelchair accessible). Canteen is available. 706
KENO’s Renovations “Renovations with meticulous worksmanship” •Installation Hardwood, Laminate, Engineered, Cork, Tile Floors, and stairs (custom rounded treads). •Sanding Sand and finish all types of Hardwood flooring with a Dust Containment system. Custom stains are also available. •Renovations Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements from new drywall, electrical wiring, plumbing to just a new paint job.
KOC #6770 BINGO & BREAKFAST
The next KOC Breakfast will be held on Sunday, April 15th from 9:00am-1:00pm; adults - $6, children under 12 - $3. Proceeds from this breakfast will go to NB Right to Life and PRO Kids (Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids). Thursdays – 7:00pm, Card game. Fridays – Senior’s dance. No dances are held on long weekends. See schedule for co-ordinators. Saturdays – Bingo (none on long weekends). Help is always needed and appreciated, call Yvon Arsenault (214-0755). Activities are all held at Assumption Centre, Chapel Street West. For more information call 672-7691. 701
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Auxiliary meeting
Concert for Food Bank
The Rocmaura Auxiliary will be holding their next meeting on The Coffee House Girls are hosting an evening of music on Thursday, April 12th at 4:00pm in the Boardroom of Rocmaura Saturday, March 31st from 7:30-10:00pm at the Knights of Nursing Home. 601 Columbus Hall (downstairs in the Assumption Centre, West). Entertainment for the evening will include: Alex & Cecilia Benoit; Camile Arseneault; Francis Goguan; Gordie Lockhart; ATV Riders Jim Morton; Steve Stackhouse and The Coffee House Girls. A The Grand Bay-Westfield ATV Riders regular monthly meetings canteen will be available. Admission will be by a non-perishable item(s) or donation. are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Grand Bay Centrum at 7:00pm. For Club information please contact 757- Proceeds from this event will go to the West Side Food Bank. 736 8787 or visit the website at grandbay-westfieldatvriders.ca. New members always welcome. 724
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Seawolves ID Camp
UNBSJ Seawolves Identification Camp will be held on Sunday, Dabber Bingo - every Wednesday evening. Quarter games at April 1st from 12:00noon-5:00pm at the UNBSJ Fieldhouse. For 5:30; early bird at 7:00; regular games at 7:30pm. Doors open at more information visit – seawolvesfootball.ca. 945 4:00pm. DMCC Seniors Club – meets every Monday at 1:30pm, Vi Matheson, President. Rentals available for all locations, 672-1046. 705 Martinon community centre The Saint John Y is pleased to announce their partnership with the Martinon Community Centre, located along the Westfield KOC MINI-BINGO Road, just minutes from Grand Bay-Westfield, and West Saint The Fr. Thomas Beck Lancaster Council 8094, John. The newly renovated location offers a broad range of Knights of Columbus are sponsoring non- programs such as Mom & Tot Drop-In, Zumba Gold, Card smoking Dabber Mini-bingo at the Msgr. Socials and an After School Program, just to name a few. With Osborne Family Centre (basement of St. Rose these opportunities we are delighted to become an integral part School), Manawagonish Road, Saint John West on of the community! We hope to see many familiar and new faces Tuesdays, at 6:30pm. in the form of friends, members, associates and volunteers. Admission - non-perishable food item, 50 cents For further information, please contact the YMCA at 693for three face card. 703 YMCA (9622). 725
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Spring Garden Time Few things are anticipated more in spring than the arrival of new leaves on the trees and budding flowers in the garden. A landscape awash with fresh colors can brighten the spirit and make anyone want to head outdoors. There are many different plants that begin to show their colors in the spring. A number of perennials, annuals and trees begin to flower or show new sprouts come the springtime. Here are some plants that can be planted for springtime enjoyment.
Looking for first signs of color? Look no further than these wonderful annuals. Alyssum: Starting in April, this cascading bounty of tiny flowers offers a sweet aroma that attracts butterflies. Dianthus: These vivid flowers also attract butterflies and are often a cottage garden staple.
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Gypsophila: Also known as baby's breath, these delicate flowers can serve as filler in any landscape. Pink and white varieties are available. Impatiens: One of the best-known plants for the garden, these annuals come in scores of colors and can generally tolerate full sun to full shade. Larkspur: Belonging to the buttercup family, these flowers bloom in shades of white to violet. Pansy: These flowers are some of the earliest spring bloomers, arriving alongside spring bulbs like tulips. Petunias: Petunias put on a show of color through the entire season, making them a popular bedding flower.
These plants will come back year after year and offer spring shows. Cherry blossom: The flowers that sprout on cherry trees are some of the first signs of spring. Their pink or white buds are often a spectacle, so much so that towns and cities hold cherry blossom festivals. Jacob's ladder: Variegated foliage that is dappled with violet-colored flowers can add a sweet smell and visual interest to the garden. Primrose: These flowers come in a variety of shades, making them versatile in any garden. They also tend to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Sweet violet: These fragrant flowers are edible as well as attractive. These plants can self-plant, so unless a gardener wants them to spread, they should be kept contained.
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West Branch Library news
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Babies in the Library: designed for the very young – newborn to 18 months. Songs, fingerplays and tickles encourage language development and having fun with your baby. Please register for the next session May 2nd-June 6th. Time for Tots - for children aged 18-36 months every Thursday morning at 10:30am. Story Time - Friday mornings at 10:30am. Pre-registration is not required. Family Drop-in Program: available in the children’s area of the library. Cinema at the West Branch Library: Wednesdays at 2:30pm, contact the Library for more information on the featured film. You are welcome to bring your own treats. Saturday, March 31st & April 28th – 2:30pm, Family Movie Matinee at your Library. e-book help: Curious about the NB’s Public Library Service’s Electronic Library and all the downloadable books it offers? Want to know about e-books or what they are? Reserve your spot at the library’s e-book session on Thursday, March 29th from 7:00-8:15pm. In the Gallery - paintings by Jay Melanson; In the Window carvings by Jay Melanson. Volunteer Appreciation: West Branch staff wish to thank all of our hardworking and dedicated volunteers for their hours of service and making the library what it is today. West Branch Volunteers will be honoured on Wednesday, April 18th at 10:00am. Red Cross Babysitting Course: for students ages 11-15 on Saturday, April 21st or May 19th from 9:00am-3:30pm. Cost is $40 (cash or cheque payable to Help Educational Services). Bring a peanut free lunch and a teddy bear or doll large enough to diaper. Participants will receive the Canadian Red Cross Babysitter’s Manual and a wallet card. To register please call 6437260. Gates Computer Lab: Available to check your e-mail, do research and use the Internet. The service is free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Wifi available. Bulletin Board: Check out what is happening in your community. Hours: Sunday & Monday - Closed; Tuesday, Friday, Saturday - 9:00am-5:00pm; Wednesday & Thursday - 9:00am - 8:30pm. Drop into the West Branch Library (Lancaster Mall) or call 643-7260 for more information. 708
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MUSINGS By Debbie Hickey
SAVE YOUR PENNIES . . . Cause you can’t do much else with them! Time was a penny could actually buy you something. Today their only real value is in making change. In fact, the Royal Canadian Mint spends millions every year making new pennies, because a large percentage of the old ones go out of circulation. They get tossed in jars or simply tossed out and must then be replaced at great cost, since the raw material used to make a penny is worth more than the penny itself. I can’t remember the last time I actually paid for something using any pennies. Now, Michael would no doubt argue that is just my poor memory, but that is another story. To be clear, I rarely use cash at all in these days of debit cards, but when I do use cash it never includes pennies. I complain about the weight of my purse when coin starts to build up and toss the offending pennies in the change jar. A little research (love the Internet!) reminded me that in 2010, a Senate committee recommended that the federal government remove the penny from circulation and that guidelines be established for rounding off purchase prices for cash-only transactions. This is already done in many countries, including New Zealand and Australia. What are we waiting for? And if you think you want to cart around all that weight to go shopping, consider the specifications of the Currency Act before you step up to the cash. Did you know it is illegal in Canada to pay for a 26 cent item in all pennies. The limit is 25 cents. If you are paying for your item in nickels, then its illegal to pay for it in nickels if its over $5. It’s also illegal to pay for something over $10 dollars in all dimes or quarters or something over $25 in loonies. But I did come across this story on the value of a penny: “Electricity can be dangerous. My nephew tried to stick a penny into a plug. Whoever said a penny doesn’t go far didn’t see him shoot across that floor. I told him he was grounded.” ~ Tim Allen. 801
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BUCK OR TWO PLUS! franchise opportunity in SUSSEX. A new franchise business opportunity is now available in Sussex, includes inventory, training, POS and home office support. If you have retail experience and you are considering becoming a franchise owner, call Finlay Burt at 1-800-890-8633 for more details or email at fburt@extremeretail.ca. EMPLOYMENT BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Turn 5-10 hours/week into $1000+/ month. Operate a mini office outlet from your computer, FREE evaluation. www.yourfreedomoffice.com. FIREWOOD SPRINGFIELD FIREWOOD, quality hardwood, cut, split, delivered. Call 485-2349. TIRED OF GETTING THE WRONG size wood? Firewood cut to specification. Call Doug 763-3486. FOR RENT RENOVATED, LARGE, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, Grand BayWestfield, $500 & $600/month, heat and lights not included. For more information please call 650-3692. SERVICES OFFERED SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies, gentlemen and children. Hems done on pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Non-smoker. Call 672-2599. GETTING MARRIED (BOOK EARLY). Civil weddings performed when and where you choose. Telephone 847-2079. HAUL AWAY of 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. GROUND BREAKING LTD. Mini excavator, backhoe and dump truck. Experienced crew with full liability insurance. Drain tile, small demolition, topsoil, culverts, landscaping, shoreline work and more. Chris 639-8766 or Matt 651-5172. SCRAP METAL DROP Off Site. All car parts, car batteries, lawn mowers, washers & dryers, pots & pans, scrap metal etc. Free junk car and truck removal. Open 7 days/week, 187 French Village Road. Phone 847-3569. God Bless you and thank you for your support. NORSESUN 216-2628 John Deere home & workshop products; air compressors, generators, grills, heaters, powertools, pressure washers, tool chests, truck boxes, jobsite boxes. Call 216-2628. DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction & roofing materials, demolition, brush, decks, small moving jobs. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles. 832-3982 or 653-0026. D&J SMITH CONSTRUCTION Excavation Service. Drain tile, septic systems, new home excavation, garage slabs & foundations, landscaping etc., 30 years experience. 635-4059/333-3068. VEHICLES WAYNE’S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 647-8777. www. waynesautoworldltd.com, 53 Epworth Park Road, Grand Bay - Westfield. WANTED LOOKING FOR COMPUTERS, working or not, pick up available, free or reasonable. 757-2798 afternoon & evenings.
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