The Grapevine - April 2023

BURGER WARS IS BACK, P.4 2023 LOCAL LIBATIONS MAP, P.8

SPRINGS LIBATIONS BRING SLIMY MIGRATIONS, P.14

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY, P.15

MUSIC IN COMMUNITIES, P.16 WHERE IT’S AT TOURS LOCAL LIBATIONS, P.17

a beverage, as wine, especially when drunk in ceremonial or celebrative situations.

LIBATION (noun)

Issue No. 20.04

April 2023

Word of the lssue p.3

Burger Wars/New Bookshop/Benjamin Bridge p.4

Free Will Astrology / Star Drop p.5

What’s Happening................... p.5-6

2023 Local Libations Map....... p.7

Acadia Change Makers.............................. p.8

Hike for Valley Hospice p.12

What’s Happening Cont’d/Nature/Poem............... p.13

Sudoku/Crossword/Library................ p.14

Classifieds/Music In Communities........... p.15

Wolfville Farmer’s Market/Hidden Gems p.15

Garden/Tim Houston/Where It’s At p.16

I Know A Place p.17

BURGER WARS IS BACK FOR THE SEVENTH YEAR IN A ROW

Laura Churchill Duke

For the seventh year, Burger Wars is back again this April in a restaurant near you.

Burger Wars is an annual event where restaurants from Bear River to Windsor compete to see who has the best burger in town. But the real winners are the children. Money raised goes to Campaign for Kids, a non-profit organization that raises funds for youth in financial need in Kings County. For every designated burger sold, $1 goes to the charity. This year, over 35 restaurants from Bear River to Windsor are featuring a burger for the event, with the hopes of surpassing last year’s 14,340 sold.

Burger Wars runs from April 1 to 30. A full list of participating restaurants can be found at campaignforkids.com/burgerwars. Burger eaters then log on to the website to add their comments and rate each burger they try.

At the end of the month, the restaurant with the top ratings will be awarded a fun

burger-themed trophy and will earn bragging rights for the year.

According to Chair of Campaign for Kids, Linda Doucette, Burger Wars is the organization’s major fundraiser.

“Money raised from Burger Wars is used to fund a bursary program for post-secondary students, purchase boots and coats for elementary and middle school students in need, and to provide financial support for children, youth, and families whose needs cannot be met by existing programs and services,” she explains.

Where It’s At Tours is offering private burger tours where participants can pick where to visit from a list of restaurants (whereitsattours.com/van-tour#Burger).

As an added fun feature, Burger Wars swag is for sale at your favourite local businesses! From burger-themed t-shirts to burger

NEW BOOKSHOP IN ANNAPOLIS ROYAL MareGold

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ALLY MANNETTE

Co-Owner and Operator

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FALMOUTH: Fruit & Vegetable Company, Petro-Canada

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AVONPORT: Cann’s Kwik-Way

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WOLFVILLE: Carl's Your Independent Grocer, Eos Natural Foods, Just Us! Café, T.A.N. Coffee, Library, Wolfville Farmers' Market

GREENWICH: Avery’s Farm Market, Edible Art Cafe, Elderkin's Farm Market, Hennigar's Farm Market, Noggins Corner Farm Market, Stirling's

PORT WILLIAMS: Library, Planters Ridge, Post Office, The Noodle Guy

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An exciting new addition has come to the historic town of Annapolis Royal. MareGold Bookstore opened in November 2022 offering a haven for book lovers seeking knowledge and beauty from the best non-fiction books from around the world.

The MareGold Bookstore is the passion of local entrepreneur, Russell Floren, who has always had a passion for art and non-fiction literature. He realized that there was a gap in the market for a bookstore that only focused on non-fiction books, and so after five years of selling, these books at farmers markets around the valley he moved into a permanent location on the main street of Annapolis Royal.

The store’s shelves are lined with books

covering a wide range of topics, including herbal medicine, homesteading, gardening, history, foraging, science, building, art, and much more.

Customers can browse at the books displayed on the many tables and shelves.

“I’m thrilled to finally be able to move into a physical location," says Floren. I’ve always believed that non-fiction books have the power to change lives, and I wanted to create a space where people could come to discover new ideas and expand their knowledge in a comfortable and inviting environment.”

“Customers love the ability to see all the books decked out on the tables in random order – you never know what you might find”

BENJAMIN BRIDGE - THE UNDERWATER QUEST

exciting experiment that explores the impact of underwater aging on sparkling wine.

For those who aren’t familiar with wine-making, sparkling wine is made using the traditional method, where still base wine is bottled with sugar and yeast to trigger a secondary fermentation that creates bubbles. After aging on lees for several months to years, the wine is disgorged and aged further with a small amount of wine and sugar, called the dosage. Aging is a crucial step in developing the complexity and unique flavor of sparkling wine. Underwater aging provides a controlled environment with ideal temperature and pressure, as well as minimal light pollution that can help preserve the wine’s delicate flavors and aromas.

Moreover, the tidal effects of the ocean can have an impact on everything in the surrounding area, including the grapes used in the wine. This can result in a distinct terroir and flavor that cannot be replicated through traditional aging methods.

earrings, socks from LIV Fashion Boutique, and cookies from Sable Shortbread - we’ve got everything to meet your burger needs!

Want to try making your own burger? The Canning Meat Market and Meadowbrook Meat Markets have DIY packs with a donation going to the campaign with every sale. Or, try out a burger-themed ice cream at the Real Scoop in Wolfville. The burger possibilities are endless!

More information is available at campaignforkids.com/burgerwarsswag.

Campaign for Kids is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for youth in financial need in Kings County. For more information contact info@ campaignforkids.com.

in the bottle and let the ocean work its magic?

That’s exactly what Benjamin Bridge did with their Underwater Quest - an innovative and

Benjamin Bridge submerged 500 bottles of their 2011 Blanc de Noir sparkling wine in the Atlantic Ocean near the Bay of Fundy. The bottles were placed on a tethered rack and aged underwater for 12 months and nearly

The store also plans to host author events and book clubs in the future.

“I’m excited to see what the future holds for the MareGold Bookstore,” says Floren.

“I hope that it becomes a beloved part of the Annapolis Royal community, and that people continue to come here for years to explore the very curated collection of books from around the world.”

We have three bookshop in our tiny town and we all work together and have our own specialties.

The MareGold Bookstore is located at 212 St George Street in Annapolis Royal and is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m and f rom the end of May 10-5pm Wednesday –Saturday in the winters. Visit

two years. The aim was to examine how aging wine underwater in the unique conditions of the Bay of Fundy could impact the wine’s flavor profile and characteristics.

The winery retrieved two batches of bottles at different intervals of the aging process to examine the changes in taste and texture. The underwater aging process resulted in a wine with a distinct minerality and marine saltiness, layered with flavors of red fruit and yeast. The underwater aging process provided a unique terroir influence that could not be replicated through traditional aging methods.

The Underwater Quest was an experiment that pushed the boundaries of wine aging and explored the potential of underwater aging to enhance the flavor and quality of wine. A bottle of this unique and innovative sparkling wine can be purchased for $217, making it an excellent choice for any special occasion.

So, next time you’re looking for a truly unique wine experience, consider taking a dive with the Underwater Quest.

CONTRIBUTORS: Ron Lightburn, Margot Bishop,, Melanie Priesnitz, Lindsay Leckie, Jermey Novak, Avery Peters, Dale Sanford, Laura Churchill Duke

DELIVERIES: Andrea Leeson, Fred Phillips/Sarah Roberts, Sam Rhude, Conrad Schofield, Margot Bishop, Karen & Earle Illsley, Lorna Williamson, Angie Govier

Bookstore

Imagine tossing a message in a bottle into the ocean, and waiting to see where it ends up. But what if instead of a message, you could put wine

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Photos submitted by: Rob Floren

© 2023 Rob Brezsny • freewillastrology.com

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries-born René Descartes (1596–1650) was instrumental in the development of modern science and philosophy. His famous motto, “I think, therefore I am” is an assertion that the analytical component of intelligence is primary and foremost. And yet, few history books mention the supernatural intervention that was pivotal in his evolution as a supreme rationalist. On the night of November 10, 1619, he had three mystical dreams that changed his life, revealing the contours of the quest to discern the “miraculous science” that would occupy him for the next 30 years. I suspect you are in store for a comparable experience or two, Aries. Brilliant ideas and marvelous solutions to your dilemmas will visit you as you bask in unusual and magical states of awareness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The dirty work is becoming milder and easier. It’s still a bit dirty, but is growing progressively less grungy and more rewarding. The command to “adjust, adjust, and adjust some more, you beast of burden” is giving way to “refine, refine, and refine some more, you beautiful animal.” At this pivotal moment, it’s crucial to remain consummately conscientious. If you stay in close touch with your shadowy side, it will never commandeer more than ten percent of your total personality. In other words, a bit of healthy distrust for your own motives will keep you trustworthy. (PS: Groaning and grousing, if done in righteous and constructive causes, will continue to be good therapy for now.)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “’Tis the good reader that makes the good book,” wrote Gemini philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson. “In every book he finds passages which seem confidences or asides hidden from all else and unmistakably meant for his ear.” In the coming weeks, a similar principle will apply to everything you encounter, Gemini—not just books. You will find rich meaning and entertainment wherever you go. From seemingly ordinary experiences, you’ll notice and pluck clues that will be wildly useful for you personally. For inspiration, read this quote from author Sam Keen: “Enter each day with the expectation that the happenings of the day may contain a clandestine message addressed to you personally. Expect omens, epiphanies, casual blessings, and teachers who unknowingly speak to your condition.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Traditional astrologers don’t regard the planet Mars as being a natural ally of you Crabs. But I suspect you will enjoy an invigorating relationship with the red planet during the next six weeks. For best results, tap into its rigorous vigor in the following ways: 1. Gather new wisdom about how to fight tenderly and fiercely for what’s yours. 2. Refine and energize your ambitions so they become more ingenious and beautiful. 3. Find out more about how to provide your physical body with exactly what it needs to be strong and lively on an ongoing basis. 4. Mediate on how to activate a boost in your willpower.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I won’t ask you to start heading back toward your comfort zone yet, Leo. I’d love to see you keep wandering out in the frontiers for a while longer. It’s healthy and wise to be extra fanciful, improvisatory, and imaginative. The more rigorous and daring your experiments, the better. Possible bonus: If you are willing to question at least some of your fixed opinions and dogmatic beliefs, you could very well outgrow the part of the Old You that has finished its mission.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The Supreme Deity with the most power may not be Jehovah or Allah or Brahman or Jesus’s Dad. There’s a good chance it’s actually Mammon, the God of Money. The devoted worship that humans offer to Mammon far surpasses the loyalty offered to all the other gods combined. His values and commandments rule civilization. I bring this to your attention, Virgo, because now is an excellent time for you to deliver extra intense prayers to Mammon. From what I can determine, this formidable Lord of Lords is far more likely to favor you than usual. (PS: I’m only halfkidding. I really do believe your financial luck will be a peak in the coming weeks.)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It’s an excellent time to give up depleted, used-up obsessions so you have plenty of room and energy to embrace fresh, succulent passions. I hope you will take advantage of the cosmic help that’s available as you try this fun experiment. You will get in touch with previously untapped resources as you wind down your attachments to old pleasures that have dissipated. You will activate dormant reserves of energy as you phase out connections that take more than they give.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “The best revenge is not to be like your enemy,” said ancient Roman philosopher Marcus Aurelius. I’m tempted to advise every Scorpio to get a tattoo of that motto. That way, you will forever keep in mind this excellent advice; As fun as it may initially feel to retaliate against those who have crossed you, it rarely generates redemptive grace or glorious rebirth, which are key Scorpio birthrights. I believe these thoughts should be prime meditations for you in the coming weeks.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sometimes love can be boring. We may become overly accustomed to feeling affection and tenderness for a special person or animal. What blazed like a fiery fountain in the early stages of our attraction might have subsided into a routine sensation of mild fondness. But here’s the good news, Sagittarius: Even if you have been ensconced in bland sweetness, I suspect you will soon transition into a phase of enhanced zeal. Are you ready to be immersed in a luscious lusty bloom of heartful yearning and adventure?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): What shall we call this latest chapter of your life story? How about “Stealthy Triumph over Lonely Fear” or maybe “Creating Rapport with the Holy Darkness.” Other choices might be “As Far Down into the Wild Rich Depths That I Dare to Go” or “My Roots Are Stronger and Deeper Than I Ever Imagined.” Congratulations on this quiet but amazing work you’ve been attending to. Some other possible descriptors: “I Didn’t Have to Slay the Dragon Because I Figured Out How to Harness It” or “The Unexpected Wealth I Discovered Amidst the Confusing Chaos.”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s sway-swirl-swivel time for you, Aquarius—a phase when you will be wise to gyrate and rollick and zigzag. This is a bouncy, shimmering interlude that will hopefully clean and clear your mind as it provides you with an abundance of reasons to utter “whee!” and “yahoo!” and “hooray!” My advice: Don’t expect the straight-and-narrow version of anything. Be sure you get more than minimal doses of twirling and swooping and cavorting. Your brain needs to be teased and tickled, and your heart requires regular encounters with improvised fun.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): When I was growing up in suburban America, way back in the 20th century, many adults told me that I was wrong and bad to grow my hair really long. Really! It’s hard to believe now, but I endured ongoing assaults of criticism, ridicule, and threats because of how I shaped my physical appearance. Teachers, relatives, baseball coaches, neighbors, strangers in the grocery store—literally hundreds of people—warned me that sporting a big head of hair would cause the whole world to be prejudiced against me and sabotage my success. Decades later, I can safely say that all those critics were resoundingly wrong. My hair is still long, has always been so, and my ability to live the life I love has not been obstructed by it in the least. Telling you this story is my way of encouraging you to keep being who you really are, even in the face of people telling you that’s not who you really are. The astrological omens say it’s time for you to take a stand.

Homework: What do you love most about yourself?

* Lightly shaded events take place weekly

SATURDAY, 1

Breakfast — Lions Club, Berwick 8–10am • TIX: Adults: $10, Children: $5 INFO: 902-844-1440

Breakfast — Lions Club, Kentville 8–10:30am • TIX:

Adults: $10, Children: $5 INFO: 902-679-2367

Community Breakfast — Fire Hall, Margaretsville 8–10am

• TIX: Adults: $10, Children: $5, Free: Children Under 4. INFO: 902-840-1562

Book Sale — Lions Club, Wolfville 9am–3pm • TIX: Free Singing Workshop with Dukes of Kent — Hantsport Memorial Community Centre, Hantsport 10am–8pm • Singing workshop open to all men who would like to learn about barbershop singing. TIX: Free INFO:

902-791-1791

Maple Syrup Festival — Dempsey Corner Orchards, Aylesford 11am–4pm • Pancakes, sausages, vendors, and most importantly maple syrup! TIX: Free INFO:

902-679-8701

Opening Reception: Dogmatica, Brandt Eisner —

ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 12–2pm • Join us to celebrate the opening of Brandt Eisner’s exhibition, Dogmatica. TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069

Opening Reception: Glow Spectrum, Ingrid Cottenden

— ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 12–2pm • Join us to celebrate the opening of Ingrid Cottenden’s exhibition, Glow Spectrum. TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069

Opening Reception: Holding Spring / Wayne Boucher

— ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 12–2pm • Join us to celebrate the opening of Wayne Boucher’s exhibition, Holding Spring. TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069

T&J Krafts Pop Up Shop — Lunn’s Mill Brewery, Lawrencetown 12–4pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-584-2217

Makers Space — 7 Arts, Greenwood 12–4pm • Creative fun and seasonal crafts for all ages, all supplies included.

Registration required. TIX: $5/Project, $5/Take & Make Kits INFO: 902-765-7278

Learn to Drum! — Recreation Centre, Wolfville 1–2:30pm

• Learn rhythms and songs from West Africa with Djugdjug Ensemble and play with us! TIX: $50

The Acoustic Jam — T.A.N. Cafe, Windsor 1–2:30pm • It’s the open mic... without a mic! Bring your instrument and play/sing, or just enjoy awesome coffee, food and music! TIX: Free

Easter Bonnet Tea — All Saints Anglican Church, Kingston 1–3pm • TIX: $5 INFO: 902-765-4023

Explore with STEM Kits — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 1–3pm • Come to the Library as a family and explore the STEM kits.. Ages 8 and up, adult supervision required. TIX: Free

Check ‘Em Out Book Club — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 1–2pm • Book club books will be given out to readers one month prior. TIX: Free Wonderfully, The Wizard of OZ — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 2–4pm & 7:30-9:30pm • Presented by The MG Players Group, written, produced & directed by Margaret Gray. TIX: Adults: $15, Youth: $10 INFO:

902-532-7704

Wayne Parker — West Side Charlies, New Minas 2–5pm •

TIX: Free INFO: 681-9378

Steve Skafte -The Dead Die Twice — MareGold Bookstore, Annapolis Royal 2–4pm TIX: Free Carter Lake — The Library Pub, Wolfville 2–5pm • Weekly music by Carter TIX: Free Kentville Writes — Library, Kentville 2:30–4:30pm • Join others for writing exercises, brain storming, feedback, and encouragement. Registration is required. TIX: Free Queens of the Qing Dynasty — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • Join us for a special screening of this Atlantic Canadian film starring local actress Sarah Walker. Q&A after the show. TIX: $12

Karaoke — Lunn’s Mill Brewery, Lawrencetown 7–10pm •

TIX: Free INFO: 902-584-2217

Small Things — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7:30pm

TIX: Adults: $18, Students/Seniors: $15, Children: $7

INFO: 902-678-8040

Dark Blonde — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7:30pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

SpeakEasy: Mark Riley Experience — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm • TIX: $20 INFO: 902-385-5426

80s Prom Party — Main Street Station, Kentville 8pm–12am • There are rumors circulating about who will be crowned prom King and Queen.... could it be you? $5 from every ticket goes to Chrysalis House. TIX: $30 INFO: 902-681-5105

Couple Buddies Duo — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas 8:30–11:30pm TIX: Free

Dance: The Crossover Band — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9–12pm • TIX: Members: $9, General: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935

SUNDAY, 2

Fearless Stage Singing — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 9:30am–12pm • Discover all of what your voice can offer through a workshop in vocal performance. TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7704

Makers Space — 7 Arts, Greenwood 12–4pm • 7Arts Makers Space, creative fun and seasonal crafts for all ages, all supplies included. Register by email info@7arts.ca TIX: $5 per project. Take and Make kits for $5. INFO: 902-765-7278

Fearless Stage Singing — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 1–3:30pm • Discover all of what your voice can offer through a workshop in vocal performance. TIX: Free

INFO: 902-532-7704

Acadia Wind Ensemble - When the Times Darken — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 3–4:30pm • A combined concert by the Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Acadia University Wind Ensemble. TIX:

Donation Delhaven - Traditional Gaelic Music — Horton Ridge Malt & Grain, Hortonville 3–5pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-825-9802

I Like Movies — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm & 7-9pm • A socially inept 17-year old cinephile, gets a job at a video store where he forms a complicated friendship with his manager. TIX: $12

Fearless Stage Singing Mini Performance — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 6–7pm • Discover all of what your voice can offer through a workshop in vocal performance. TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7704

MONDAY, 3

Storytime — Library, Annapolis Royal 10–11am • Preschool children and their caregivers are invited. Registration not required. TIX: Free

Wee Folks Storytime — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 1:30–2pm • Join other children and their caregivers for stories and fun. Registration is required. TIX: Free

Chair Yoga — Three Rivers Community Centre, Torbrook

2–3pm TIX: Drop-In: $10, Pre-Paid 10-Classes: $80

INFO: 902-824-3696

Teen Scene — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 6:30–7:30pm • Join other teens for snacks and activities tailored to your interests! Registration is required. TIX: Free

GriefShare — New Hope Wesleyan Church, Kentville 7–9pm • Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one, GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life. We know it hurts, and we want to help. TIX: Free INFO: 902-670-9288

TUESDAY, 4

Stories and Somersaults! — Library, Kingston 10:30–11:30am • Enjoy stories and songs with actions in this storytime with a physical literacy twist. TIX: Free Paul Marshall — T.A.N. Coffee, Kentville 12–2pm TIX: Free King’s Kitchen — Emmanuel Congregational Church, Middleton 5:30–7pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-825-1777

Stage Management Part 2 — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 6–8:30pm • Join us for a free Beginner Clown workshop with Noella Murphy, Dorian Lang, and Colleen MacIssac of Halifax’s The Villains Theatre! TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7704

Public Hearing & Municipal Council — Municipality of the County of Kings, Coldbrook 6pm TIX: Free INFO:

888-337-2999

Writer’s Circle — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 6:30–8pm • Need incentive to finish your novel, your short story, or your poem? Here’s your chance to join others for writing exercises, TIX: Free Song Circle Open Mic — Valley Community Learning Association, Kentville 6:30–8:30pm • Come on out to our weekly Song Circle Open Mic, bring your instrument, voice, story or jokes! TIX: Free Yin and Restorative Yoga — Three Rivers Community Centre, Torbrook 6:30–7:30pm TIX: Drop-In: $10, PrePaid 10-Classes: $80 INFO: 902-824-3605 Garden Crafts — Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library, Lawrencetown 6:30–7:30pm • Make seed bombs and markers for your plants. Registration required. TIX: Free Cards Against Humanity — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066 Grocery Bingo — Community Centre, Grafton 7–9pm • Seven games of grocery bingo, each bag valued at $25, jackpot bag valued at $50. TIX: Free INFO: 902-538-1203

Cozy Read-A-Loud — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7–8pm • Come to the library for a cozy evening of hot chocolate and stories read aloud. Registration required. TIX: Free

WEDNESDAY, 5

Talk, Sing, Read! Storytime — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 9:45–10:15am • Share the fun and adventure of reading with your child. Ages 0-5. TIX: Free Farmers Market — Recreation Centre, Kentville 10am–1pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-956-1822

Online Safety for Seniors — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 10:30–11:30am • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety.

Registration is required. TIX: Free

Lenten Concerts — Wolfville Baptist Church, Wolfville 11:30am–1pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-5524

Queer Community Chorus — St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville 5–7pm TIX: Donation

Open Mic Night — Wayfarers’ Ale Brewery, Port Williams

7–10pm TIX: Free

Broker — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • A young lady decides to give up her newborn child to a church for adoption but discovers that there is an active group which steals these children for sale. TIX: $12 Cash

Youth Art Lessons — 7 Arts, Greenwood 7–8pm • Youth Art Lessons, YAL, ages 12 and under, different projects each week, try new tools & techniques. Email info@7arts.ca. TIX: $25 per class or 4 for $80 INFO: 902-765-7278

THURSDAY, 6

Tax Prep and Filing — Community Hall, Upper Clements

9:30am–2pm • CVITP Free Tax preparation. We do previous years, simple tax returns, income limits apply.

TIX: Free INFO: 902-526-2515

Online Safety for Seniors — Library, Annapolis Royal

10–11am • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety. Registration is required. TIX: Free In The Know Workshop Virtual — Virtual, Annapolis Valley

10am–2pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675

Babies and Books — Library, Windsor 10:30–11am • Join other babies 0-24 months and their caregivers to enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes together. Registration not required. TIX: Free Farmers Market — Greenwood Mall, Greenwood 12–4pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-847-5311

Paul Marshall — T.A.N. Coffee, Kentville 12–2pm TIX: Free Irish Set Dancing — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 1–3pm • Irish set dancing - fun afternoon of dancing to traditional Irish music! TIX: $5 per person INFO: 902-679-9267

Easter Tea — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 2–3pm • Dress in your Sunday best and enjoy an elegant Easter-themed tea at the library. Registration required. TIX: Free Caregiver Support Group — Library, Kingston 2:15–4:15pm • Facilitated by trained staff members who offer a confidential, friendly atmosphere for you to discuss your experiences. TIX: Free Habitat for Humanity — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 3:30–4:30pm • This is a five part series based on various aspects of working with Habitat for Humanity helping to build homes in El Salvador. TIX: Free Learn to Sew — Library, Kingston 5:30–7:45pm • An Introduction to sewing, a progressive program for beginner sewers. Registration required. TIX: Free Book League — Library, Kentville 6:30–7:30pm • Welcome to the Kentville Book League! Join us to discuss that month’s book in an informal and openminded group. Registration required. TIX: Free Trivia for Charity — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7pm • The winning team gets to choose the favourite local charity. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Songwriters Showcase — Maritime Express Cider Co., Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Suggested Donation: $5

FRIDAY, 7

Fibre Ops — Library, Windsor 10am–12pm • Calling all knitters, hookers, crocheters, weavers, spinners, or anyone who enjoys the fibre craft arts. TIX: Free Community Coffee — Memorial Library, Wolfville 1:30–3:30pm • TIX: Free

Bernie Zinck — Kings Arms Pub, Kentville 5:30–9:30pm TIX: Free

Joe H. Henry — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas 6–9pm TIX: Free

Jason Dodwell & Johnny MacNeil — Kings Arms Commons, Wolfville 6–10pm TIX: Free Feel Good Friday with Reggie Rand — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Open Mic — Schoolhouse Brewery, Windsor 7:30–10pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-472-4677

Karaoke — West Side Charlies, New Minas 9pm–1am • TIX: Free INFO: 681-9378

SATURDAY, 8

Easter Craft & Collectables Sale — Royal Canadian Legion, Annapolis Royal 9am–1pm • 50+ Vendors! TIX: $1 at door INFO: 902-532-5196

Easter Eggstavaganza — New Hope Wesleyan Church, Kentville 10am–12pm • Easter egg hunts, crafts, a bouncy castle, and more! TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-2222

Paddington — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 10:30am–8pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7704

Lunch & Learn: Geothermal Energy — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 1–2pm • Did you know that there are many regions in Nova Scotia with high geothermal energy potential? Presented by Net Zero

Atlantic TIX: Free Easter Egg Hunt — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 2–2:30pm • Come hunt for plastic Easter eggs, registration required. TIX: Free Teen Takeover — Library, Kingston 6–7:45pm • Teens are taking over the library! Ages 13+. Registration is required. This week’s theme is Escape Room. TIX: Free Erin Costello — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm • Award-winning, Nova Scotia artist and producer, Erin Costelo will present one of the most beloved albums in history. Carole King’s “Tapestry”. TIX: Adult: $30, Youth: $5 INFO: 902-532-7704

Clarke and Phil from Hourglass Pendulum — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7:30pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

SpeakEasy: Sahara Jane and Ken Shorley — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm • TIX: $20 INFO: 902-385-5426

Drag me to Hollywood — Capitol Pub, Middleton 8pm • Queera Bang presents a drag show that will take you back to a time of glamour, movie the theatres, and all around opulence! TIX:Advanced: $15, At the Door: $20 INFO: 905-302-2399

Dance: Island Boys — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9–12pm • TIX: Members: $9, General: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935

SUNDAY, 9

Wild Nova Scotia Watch Party — Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens, Wolfville 3–3:30pm • Join us to watch Episode 12 of Wild Nova Scotia featuring the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens on the big screen. TIX: Free INFO: 902-585-5242

Small Glories — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–10:30pm • TIX: Adults $35, Members $25, Military: $30, Students: $20 INFO: 902-825-6834

TUESDAY, 11

Kids Crafts — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 4–5pm • A different craft each session and all supplies are provided.Registration is required. TIX: Free Milk Jug Owl — Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library, Lawrencetown 6:30–7:30pm • Join us to make an owl out of a milk jug, and learn a bit about owls while you create! Registration is required. TIX: Free Yin and Restorative Yoga — Three Rivers Community Centre, Torbrook 6:30–7:30pm TIX: $10 drop in or $80 pre-paid card for 10 classes. First class is free. INFO: 902-824-3605

Friendly Heckler Podcast Live Taping w/ Sam Wilson — The Union Street, Berwick 7pm • Musician Sam Wilson joins host Zakary Miller for a night of conversation and song, recorded live. TIX: $15 INFO: 902-538-7787

WEDNESDAY, 12

Online Safety for Seniors — Memorial Library, Wolfville

10–11am • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety. Registration is required. TIX: Free Lunch & Learn Series Presents: Senior Safety — Library, Windsor 12–1pm • Senior Safety specialist will present how seniors can keep their personal information safe. Registration required. TIX: Free

A Bunch of Amateurs — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • Bradford Movie Makers is one of the oldest amateur filmmaking clubs in the world. TIX: $12

THURSDAY, 13

HealthRHYTHMS Seniors Drum Circle — 7 Arts, Greenwood 1–2pm • HealthRHYTHMS mindful drum circle for seniors. Explore creativity through rhythms and wellness exercise. Register by email. TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-7278

Genealogy 101 — Kings County Museum, Kentville 1:30–3:30pm • Learn methods & resources to uncover your family roots, six week course. TIX: $100 INFO: 902-678-6237

Online Safety for Seniors — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2:30–3:30pm • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety. Registration is required. TIX: Free

The Knit Wits — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 3–5pm • Whether you’ve been knitting for decades, or just started! Registration required. TIX: Free Titanic — The Mermaid, Windsor 6–9pm • Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the timeless love story. TIX: $14

INFO: 902-798-5841

Dungeons & Dragons: Next Gen — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 6–7:30pm • For 11-15 year-olds who are new, or newish, players who want to discover and create their own stories within the D&D world. Please register in advance. TIX: Free Wolfville & Area Newcomers Club Meeting — Lions Club, Wolfville 7:30–9pm TIX: Free

Tim Baker and All Hands w/ Georgia Harmer — Devour! Studios, Wolfville 8pm • Award-winning singersongwriter Tim Baker, best-known as the frontman of Newfoundland’s Hey Rosetta!, is touring with his All Hands band in support of his album, The Festival. TIX: Advanced: $40.35, At the Door: $45.37

FRIDAY, 14

Babies and Books — Library, Kingston 10–10:30am • Each week caregivers and their babies are invited to visit us for quiet stories, rhymes, and songs. TIX: Free Abstracting Nature with Ink, with Lorna Mulligan — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 10am–2pm • Discover a meditative, yet dynamic way to observe the simple joys of nature. TIX: ARCAC Members: $55, General: $60

INFO: 902-532-7069

Online Safety for Seniors — Library, Windsor 1–2pm • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety. Registration is required. TIX: Free Crafty Connections — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 1–2:30pm • Host Angela Reynolds will lead the group in a craft, materials supplied. Ages 50+. Registration required. TIX: Free

Lego Club — Library, Kingston 3:30–4:30pm • Join us and build something amazing using our gigantic collection of LEGO. Ages 8-12. Registration required. TIX:

Free

Song Circle Open Mic Night — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–9pm

TIX: Free

Jester J. Brown — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas 6–9pm TIX: Free

Andy Webster — Kings Arms Commons, Wolfville

6–10pm TIX: Free

The Altos — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7pm TIX: $40

INFO: 902-678-8040

Feel Good Friday with Matt Millett — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Zakary Miller — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby

7:30pm • Zakary Miller yodels his way over to Digby for a night of old music for new people and new music for old people. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Quote the Raven — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal

7:30–9:30pm • Newfoundland’s very own marry smooth vocal harmonies. TIX: Adult: $28, Youth: $5 INFO: 902-532-7704

Adam Baldwin with guest Old Man Luedecke — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • Singer-songwriter Adam Baldwin has been a mainstay of the east coast music scene for over a decade. TIX: Advanced: $32.50, At the Door: $38.50

SATURDAY, 15

Big Breakfast — Lions Club, Wolfville 8–10am • TIX:

Adults: $10, Children: $4 INFO: 902-697-2472

Cultivating Biodiversity — Farmers Market, Wolfville

8:30am–1pm • Join us for a seed exchange, workshops, seed vendors, kids activities and more! TIX: Free INFO: 902-697-3344

Vendor Event — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 9am–1pm • Vendor event with direct sales, crafts, preserves. TIX: Free

Family Storytime — Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library, Lawrencetown 10:30–11am • No Registration Required, all ages are welcome. TIX: Free

Crafts — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 10:30–11:30am • Come craft something new and interactive each week. Open to ages 5-12. Registration is required. TIX: Free

Apple Blossom Selection Tea — Baptist Church, Hantsport 11am–1pm • Wear your best hat for fun and prizes! TIX:

Adults: $15, Children: $5 INFO: 902-691-0760

Stuffie Sleepover & PJ Day — Library, Kingston 1–2:30pm

• Your favourite stuffie is invited to a sleepover and you are invited to wear your PJs to drop them off!

Registration required. TIX: Free

Kentville Writes — Library, Kentville 2:30–4:30pm • Join others for writing exercises, brain storming, feedback, and encouragement. Registration is required. TIX: Free Drum Making with Brian Knockwood — Recreation Centre, Wolfville 3–5pm • Learn about Mi’kmaq culture and make your own drum to take home. TIX: DrumMaking: $200, Drum-Painting: $75, Both: $250

The Altos — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7pm TIX: $40 INFO: 902-678-8040

Paul Corbett — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby

7:30pm • Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Jim’s Croce, The Band. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Teddy Rowe — Hill Top Hops’ Brewhouse, Brooklyn

7:30–10:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-757-3510

SpeakEasy: Mark Bezanson Trio — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm • TIX: $15 INFO: 902-385-5426

Rent, The Drag Show — Kings Arms Commons, Wolfville

8pm TIX: Advanced: $15, At the Door: $20 INFO: 905-302-2399

Metal Night with Midnight Genny — Lunn’s Mill Brewery, Lawrencetown 8–10pm TIX: $5 INFO: 902-584-2217

Erin Costelo - Carole King Tribute — The Mermaid, Windsor 8–10pm • Presenting Carole King’s “Tapestry” and her own album “We Can Get Over”. TIX: $36 SKY 45 — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas

8:30–11:30pm TIX: Free

Caribbean Night Welcome Back Party — West Side

Charlies, New Minas 9pm–1am • DJ Premium TIX: $10 INFO: 681-9378

Dance: Wayne Parker — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9–12pm • TIX: Members: $9, General: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935

SUNDAY, 16

For SNAKES & Their People — For Pets & Their People, Kentville 12–3pm • Terrifying to some, fascinating to others. TIX: $35 INFO: 902-298-0999

Sofa Sundays with Scott MacKay — Avon River Heritage Museum, Newport Landing 3pm • Scott MacKay will be kicking off a new season of Sofa Sundays, joining us for an afternoon of great music in the art gallery. TIX: $10 or pay what you can INFO: 902-757-1718

Life of Pi — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3–5:30pm •

TIX: Adult: $15.95, Youth: Free INFO: 902-532-7704

Riceboy Sleeps — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm & 7–9pm • A Korean single mother raises her young son in the suburbs of Canada determined to provide a better life for him. TIX: $12

Virtuosic Sensibilities — Festival Theatre, Wolfville

7:30–9:30pm • With Chloe Chabanole (violin), Philip Chiu (piano) and Cameron Crozman (cello) Audacity, virtuosity and nuance! TIX: Adults: $30, Students: $15 INFO: 902-542-5500

MONDAY, 17

Life Drawing Session — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal

1–4pm • Welcoming, non-teaching life drawing sessions at ARTSPLACE. Open to all experience levels.

TIX: Drop-in $12 (Reservations are recommended) INFO: 902-532-7069

Teen Scene — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams

6:30–7:30pm • Join other teens for snacks and activities tailored to your interests! Registration is required. Ages 12 to 17. TIX: Free

Maintaining a Web Presence for Artists with Garth Laidlaw — Library, Annapolis Royal 7pm • This seminar presents the basics of creating and maintaining a web presence as an artist. TIX: ARCAC Members: $25, General: $30 INFO: 902-532-7069

Bird-Window Collisions: Understanding the problem and what you can do about it — Curling Club, Wolfville

7:30–9pm • Join the BNS at our April meeting, for a talk by Melissa McDonald. TIX: Free

TUESDAY, 18

Stories and Somersaults! — Library, Kingston 10:30–11:30am • Enjoy stories and songs with actions in this storytime with a physical literacy twist. For ages 3-5. TIX:

Free National Canadian Film Day - “A Bear Named Winnie” — Library, Kingston 6pm • In honour of CanFilmDay.

Registration is required. TIX: Free

Cards Against Humanity — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Crib — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 7pm • TIX: $5/10 Games Grocery Bingo — Community Centre, Grafton 7–9pm

• Seven games of grocery bingo, each bag valued at $25, jackpot bag valued at $50. TIX: Free INFO: 902-538-1203

Cozy Read-A-Loud — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7–8pm • Come to the library for a cozy evening of hot chocolate and stories read aloud. Open to ages 9-15. Registration required. TIX: Free

WEDNESDAY, 19

Riceboy Sleeps — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7pm–9pm • A Korean single mother raises her young son in the suburbs of Canada determined to provide a better life for him. TIX: Adults: $10.95 Adult, Youth: $6.95

INFO: 902-532-7704

National Canadian Film Day - “Weirdos” — Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library, Lawrencetown 11am • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free National Canadian Film Day - “Peace by Chocolate” — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 12pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free

National Canadian Film Day - “Away From Her” — Library, Annapolis Royal 3pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. TIX: Free

National Canadian Film Day - “Wonders of the Arctic” — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 3pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. TIX: Free

National Canadian Film Day - “Babar King of the Elephants” — Library, Kingston 3:30pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. TIX: Free

National Canadian Film Day - “A Bear Named Winnie” — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton

3:30pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free

National Canadian Film Day - “The Breadwinner” — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 4pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free National Canadian Film Day - “Peace By Chocolate” — Library, Windsor 6pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free

National Canadian Film Day - “The Grand Seduction”

— Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport

6:30pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free

Sound of Music — West Kings District High School, Auburn 7–10pm • Celebrate with us at the marriage of Maria Rainer to Georg Von Trapp and their family victory at the Salzburg Festival. TIX: Adults $17 Students $12 Valley Ex Club 100 — Lunn’s Mill Brewery, Lawrencetown

7–9:30pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-584-2217

National Canadian Film Day - “The Barbarian Invasions” — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free

THURSDAY, 20

National Canadian Film Day - “Peace by Chocolate” — Library, Kingston 6pm • In honour of CanFilmDay. Registration is required. TIX: Free Learning From Your Neighbours Lecture Series: Paul Illsley — Memorial Library, Wolfville 6:30–7:30pm • Exploring Iceland. A photographic tour around the Island of Fire and Ice. Registration required. TIX: Free

Sound of Music — West Kings District High School, Auburn 7–10pm • Celebrate with us at the marriage of Maria Rainer to Georg Von Trapp and their family victory at the Salzburg Festival. TIX: Adults $17 Students $12 Dazed and Confused — The Mermaid, Windsor 7pm • TIX: $14 INFO: 902-798-5841

FRIDAY, 21

Online Safety for Seniors — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 10–11am • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety. Registration is required. TIX: Free

Community Coffee — Memorial Library, Wolfville 1:30–3:30pm • Warm up with coffee, tea, treats, and friends! Every second Friday, no registration required. TIX: Free

Online Safety for Seniors — Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library, Lawrencetown 2:30–3:30pm • Join AVRL’s Digital Literacy Instructor to learn about online safety. Registration is required. TIX: Free

Terry Jagger — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas

6–9pm TIX: Free

Jesse Potter — Kings Arms Commons, Wolfville 6–10pm TIX: Free

Sound of Music — West Kings District High School, Auburn 7–10pm • Celebrate with us at the marriage of Maria Rainer to Georg Von Trapp and their family victory at the Salzburg Festival. TIX: Adults: $17, Students: $12

Feel Good Friday with Joe Henry — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Happy Anywhere — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby

7:30pm • Vinnie O’Reilly and Bonnie Durling sing all your pub favourites with great harmonies, bringing the “happy”! TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Death by Fatal Murder — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville

7:30pm TIX: Adults: $18, Students/Seniors: $15, Children: $7 INFO: 902-678-8040

SATURDAY, 22

Jewelry SalePlus — Lions Club, Wolfville 9am–2pm • Kings Kikima Grannies Jewellery sale plus much more to raise funds for Children in Africa orphaned by AIDS. TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-7591

Craft And Vendor Fair — Fire Hall, Greenwich 10am–3pm • Fundraiser to help a family in need. TIX: Donation

Spool Tank — Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library, Lawrencetown 10:30–11:30am • Make and paint a tank from a wooden spool and other household items and see who’s is fastest! Registration is required. TIX: Free Check ‘Em Out Book Club — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 1–2pm • Open to ages 18+. Registration is required. Book club books will be given out to readers one month prior. TIX: Free Sound of Music — West Kings District High School, Auburn 2–5pm • Celebrate with us the marriage of Maria Rainer to Georg Von Trapp and their family victory at the Salzburg Festival. TIX: Adults $17 Students $12 Ratatouille — The Mermaid, Windsor 2pm • TIX: $14 INFO: 902-798-5841

Drum Painting with Alan Syliboy — Farmers Market, Wolfville 2:30–4:30pm • Drum painting workshop with celebrated artist and musician Alan Syliboy, part of Every Day is Earth Day events. TIX: $75

Every Day is Earth Day — Farmers Market, Wolfville 2:30–11:59pm • Workshops, supper, round-table, and great music! TIX: Whole Event: $50/$25 Students, Evening Only: $20/$10 Students

Open Mic — Lunn’s Mill Brewery, Lawrencetown 7–10pm

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-584-2217

Dance — Community Hall, White Rock 7:30–11pm • TIX: $15 INFO: 902-542-3014

Caristaux - Acadian Night — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7:30pm • The Acadians are bringing their party to the pub, a mix of toe tapping old time and down east fiddle tunes, Cajun & Acadian. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

A’Court, Spiegel & Vinnick — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm • An International Roots ‘n’ Blues Kitchen Party! TIX: Adult: $35, Youth: $5 INFO: 902-532-7704

SpeakEasy: Lyle Catt Band — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm • TIX: $15 INFO: 902-385-5426

Broke with Money — Kings Arms Pub, Kentville 8:30–

11:30pm TIX: Free

Thunder Kiss — West Side Charlies, New Minas

9pm–1am • The boys are back to Rock! TIX: Free INFO:

681-9378

Dance: Country Heat — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9–12pm • TIX: Members: $9, General: $10 INFO:

902-678-8935

SUNDAY, 23

Blueback — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3pm–5pm • Set in the 90s, a Korean single mother raises her young son in the suburbs of Canada determined to provide a better life TIX: Adult: $10.95, Youth: $6.95 INFO: 902-532-7704

Craft And Vendor Fair — Fire Hall, Greenwich 10am–3pm • Fundraiser to help a family in need. Beavertails will be set up on Sunday the 23rd. TIX: Donation

Meadowview Farm Music Series — Community Hall, Centre Burlington 1–3pm • Meadowview Farm Music Series season 2 begins with concerts by the Jackson & Wirchenko Duo and Jer Mombo. TIX: Donation

Sound of Music — West Kings District High School, Auburn 2–5pm • Celebrate with us at the marriage of Maria Rainer to Georg Von Trapp and their family victory at the Salzburg Festival. TIX: Adults $17 Students $12 Valley Open Mic Club — Community Hall, Centre Burlington 3–5pm • First rehearsal of the Valley Open Mic Club will take place after the Meadowview Farm Music Series concert. Open to public. TIX: Donation

MONDAY, 24

Storytime — Library, Annapolis Royal 10–11am • Preschool children and their caregivers are invited to our Monday Morning Storytime. Registration not required.

TIX: Free

Art Talk: Outsider Art, with Ted Lind — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7pm • Outsider artists are self-taught, beyond conventions of the mainstream. Guided discussion of unique creators. TIX: Free admission, donations welcome. INFO: 902-532-7069

TUESDAY, 25

Kids Crafts — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 4–5pm • A different craft each session and all supplies are provided. For ages 6-10 years. Registration is required. TIX: Free

Book Club — Library, Kentville 6:30–7:30pm • Join us the last Tuesday of the month to discuss that month’s book. Everyone is welcome. Visit the Kentville Library to register. TIX: Free

WEDNESDAY, 26

Book Club — Library, Kingston 1–2pm • Pick up a copy of this month’s book at the Kingston Library during open hours. Registration is required. TIX: Free Karaoke with Maurice — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7–10pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066 Richard III — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm • The classic Shakespearean play about the murderously scheming 15th-century King. TIX: $17

THURSDAY, 27

The Knit Wits — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 3–5pm • Whether you’ve been knitting for decades, or just started, its time to join the knit wits! Ages 18+. Registration required. TIX: Free

Dungeons & Dragons: Next Gen — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 6–7:30pm • For 11-15 year-olds who are new, or newish, players who want to discover and create their own stories within the D&D world. Please register in advance. TIX: Free

FRIDAY, 28

Crafty Connections — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 1–2:30pm • Spend the afternoon crafting and chatting! Host Angela Reynolds will lead the group in a craft every other Friday. All materials supplied. Tea and cookies provided. Ages 50+. Registration required.

TIX: Free

Takeout Supper — Lions Club, Wolfville 4:30–6pm • TIX:

Adults: $15, Children: $8 INFO: 902-697-2472

Guy Paul — Kings Arms Pub, Kentville 5:30–9:30pm TIX: Free

Song Circle Open Mic Night — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–9pm

TIX: Free

Paul Brushett — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas 6–10pm TIX: Free

Feel Good Friday with Jill & Jade — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Bob Marshall and The Crew — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7:30pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Comedy — Hill Top Hops’ Brewhouse, Brooklyn 8pm • TIX: $20 Presale. INFO: 902-757-3510

Accessibility Elevator Fundraiser Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 8–11pm • Fundraiser in Memory of Annelies Kistner, with recorded music curated by Annelies. Hosted by family and friends. TIX: Donation INFO: 902-678-8935

SATURDAY, 29

International Dance Day — Community Hall, Hants

Border 9am–4pm • A day of workshops in dance styles from around the world! TIX: $20 Single | $35 Double | $65 Family of 4

Ticket Auction — West Kings District High School, Auburn 10am–2pm • In support of the West Kings Graduating Class of 2023. TIX: $1 for 20 Tickets INFO: 902-824-3995

Crafts — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 10:30–11:30am • Come spend an hour with us and craft something new and interactive each week.

Open to ages 5-12. Registration is required. TIX: Free Fundraiser Crib Tournament — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 12pm TIX: $22/Team INFO: 902-678-8935

Petite Patrie Pop-Up Shop — Lunn’s Mill Brewery, Lawrencetown 12–4pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-584-2217

Ladies in Fellowship Together Group — Christian Fellowship Centre, Wilmot 2–4pm • Come with a friend, meet old and new friends. Enjoy a free coffee and warm fellowship. TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-4124

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1. Meander River Farm & Brewery

906 Woodville Road, Newport GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Lavandula Cider

2. HILL TOP HOPS BREWHOUSE 7232 Nova Scotia Trunk 14, Newport GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Tidal Bore Blonde

3. Avondale Sky Winery 80 Avondale Cross Road, Newport GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 2021 Riesling

4. Sid’s Cider 836 Windsor Back Road, Windsor GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Sid’s Perry Cider

5. Bent Ridge Winery

4499 NS-14, Windsor GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 1762 Unhinged-Appassimento Style Marquette Red

6. Sainte-Famille Wines Ltd 11 Dudley Park Lane, Falmouth GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Wild Blueberry Ice

7. Schoolhouse Brewery 40 Water Street, Windsor GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Valedictorian Blonde

8. Cherry Tree Distillery 163 Gerrish Street, Windsor GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Pepper Gin

9. Horton Ridge Malt & Grain

2504 Ridge Road, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Rye’s Up Pale Ale

10. Tangled Garden

11827 Nova Scotia Trunk 1, Grand Pré GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Rhubarb Blush Liqueur

11. Domaine de Grand Pré

11611 Evangeline Trail, Grand Pré GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Conversation Wate

12. L’Acadie Vineyards

310 Slayter Road, Gaspereau GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 2021 Joie de Vivre

13. Luckett Vineyard 1293 Grand Pré Road, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Rose Fizz

14. Gaspereau Vineyards 2239 White Rock Road, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Muscat

15. Benjamin Bridge 1966 White Rock Road, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Piquette Zero

16. Mercator Vineyards 88 Dyke Road, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Chardonnay Reserve

17. Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards 11143 Evangeline Trail, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 2017 Brut

18. The Church Brewing Co 329 Main Street, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 902 East Coast IPA

19. Annapolis Cider Company 388 Main Street, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Earl Blue

20. Paddy’s Brewpub & Rosie’s Restaurant 460 Main Street, Wolfville & 42 Aberdeen Street, Kentville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Blueberry Ale

21. Elderkin’s Farm Market & Cider Company 10362 Nova Scotia Trunk 1, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Traditional Hard Cider

22. Noggins Corner Farm Market 10009 Nova Scotia Trunk 1, Wolfville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Blueberry Ale

23. Barrelling Tide Distillery 1164 Parkway Drive, Port Williams GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 5 Fathom Dark Rum

24. Wayfarers’ Ale Society 1116 Kars Street, Port Williams GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Citrus Pale Ale

25. Sea Level Brewing & Millstone Harvest Brewhouse 980 Terrys Creek Road, Port Williams & 9146 NS-221, Canning GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Rojo Mojo Red Ale

26. Beausoleil Farmstead 1469 Church Street, Port Williams GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 2022 Rosé

27. Planters Ridge Winery 1441 Church Street, Port Williams GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 2021 Elevation

28. 1365 Church Street Vineyard & Winery 1365 Church Street, Port Williams GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Eight Bikes White

29. Moonrise Ridge North Mountain, Canning GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Juicy Peach

30. Blomidon Estate Winery 10318 NS-221, Canning GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Blomidon Estate Skin Contact 2021

31. Maritime Express Cider Co. 325 Main Street, Kentville GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Derailed Sangria Cider

32. Lovelace Corner Cidery 254 Burgess Mountain Road, Cambridge GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: 2018 Original Dry

33. Muwin Estate Wines & Bulwark Cider 7155 NS-12, New Ross GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Blood Orange

34. Smokehouse Nano Brewery 134 Union Street, Berwick GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Centennial Pale Ale

35. Wild Wines & Spirits 2 Crocker Road, Kingston, NS GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Tiny Bubs

36. Roof Hound Brewing Co. 573 Main Street, Kingston GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Grumpy Sour

37. Spurr Brothers Farms Ltd 14145 Evangeline Trail, Wilmot GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Strawberry Rhubarb Haskap

38. Lunn’s Mill Beer Company 515 Carleton Road, Lawrencetown GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Purple Grain IPA

39. Beaver Creek Vineyard 496 Carleton Road, Lawrencetown GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Citrus Vodka

40. Still Fired Distilleries 9548 Nova Scotia Trunk 8, Annapolis Royal GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Granny’s Apple Pie Moonshine

41. Annapolis Brewing Company 302 St George Street, Annapolis Royal GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Acadian Honey Brown

42. Lazy Bear Brewing 120 W Old Post Road, Smiths Cove GRAPEVINE’S GO TO: Lazy Lager

CHANGE MAKERS

Using physical activity to improve lives

DR. EMILY BREMER

CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR IN HEALTHY INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES

DR. EMILY BREMER is working to improve the lives of children and youth with disabilities as a Tier II Canada Research Chair in Healthy Inclusive Communities at Acadia University.

Regular physical activity is important for the overall development of children and adolescents. But young people with disabilities often lack access to programs and equipment that enable them to be physically active.

Thanks to a $100,000 New Health Investigator Grant from Research Nova Scotia, Bremer is leading a project working with participants in Acadia’s Sensory Motor Instructional Leadership Experience (S.M.I.LE.) program over two years. The S.M.I.L.E. program involves hundreds of Acadia student volunteers matched with participants to provide opportunities for individuals with varying disabilities a unique physical activity experience to develop their physical literacy in a fun and supportive environment.

“S.M.I.LE. has been a beacon of success and has had a huge impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities throughout its 40-year history,” says Bremer.

health outcomes among participants. Researchers will measure participants’ physical activity, physical literacy, and health on multiple occasions through direct measures and caregiver-reported surveys.

“This will allow us to see the effect that participating in physical-literacy-based programming has on physical literacy, physical activity, and health outcomes among this group. It will also allow us to determine how these outcomes are related over time,” Bremer explains. “The results will have important implications not only for S.M.I.LE. but for children and youth with disabilities provincially and nationally.”

Dr. Peter Ricketts, President and

Bremer appreciates the significant investment of Research Nova Scotia to conduct the research. “This study will help us to understand how best to intervene in the health and well-being of this often-overlooked population.”

With the new grant, Bremer and her researchers will be able to quantify the extent of this impact through a comprehensive study of physical activity and

“Besides enhancing future S.M.I.LE. programming, this research will improve the skills and experience of students and trainees in research methods, knowledge translation, and physical-activity advocacy for children and youth with disabilities.”

Dr. Emily Bremer, Canada Research Chair in Healthy Inclusive Communities

“The impact of the S.M.I.L.E. is undeniable, and now through the work of Dr. Bremer, there will be additional opportunities to quantify specific advantages of the interventions and activities that are part of the program. It offers exciting new possibilities for participants and our student volunteers.”

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HIKE FOR VALLEY HOSPICE

Dale Sanford, Coordinator, Valley Hospice Foundation

Valley Hospice Foundation’s 11th annual Hike for Hospice will take place on Sunday, May 7th. Hikers will check in at the Kentville Lions Hall at 1pm for a barbecue and music, before hitting the trail at 2:00 pm. Hike takes place in Miners Marsh and on the Harvest Moon Trail. The Hike on May 7th marks the start of National Hospice Palliative Care Week in Canada.

“This year we are thrilled to partner with the Kentville Lion’s Club as we join other communities across Canada for a day of awareness and raising funds for our local Hospice and Palliative Care Programs,” Terri Milton, Fund Development Chair for Valley Hospice Foundation. “We invite Hikers and non-hikers to join us on May 7th. The funds you raise could someday help someone you know; whether it be through the grief journey or during a life-limiting illness.”

There is no registration fee to participate in the hike, but organizers encourage Hikers to team up with friends, family and co-workers and collect pledges or donate to Valley Hospice Foundation. There will be treats, t-shirts and prizes.

Hikers may set their own pace at the start of the hike by choosing the “Brisk” hike or “Gentle” hike, each featuring a 5 km or 3 km route.

Those who prefer not to hike are invited to stop into the Lions Hall at 1:00 pm to take in the fun and cheer on our hikers as they head out on the trail.

Often people do not think about Palliative Care or Hospice services until they find themselves in the position of needing help. The hike is one way to shine a light on the importance of the Hospice and Palliative Care.

Nova Scotia Health’s (NSH) Annapolis Valley Palliative Care and Valley Hospice provide services and support to those living with a life-limiting illness, to those who are at the end of life and to those who have recently experienced the death of a loved one. Valley Hospice Foundation raises funds during events such as the hike, to ensure that programs and services continue to be provided with compassion and dignity, free of cost to families in all care settings. The Foundation’s focus for the coming year includes enhanced grief and bereavement programs, a new music therapy program, communication and public awareness and enhanced support for the Annapolis Valley Palliative Care Program.

For more information on how you can register and support the 2023 Hike for Valley Hospice please visit valleyhospice.ca. Contact dale. sanford@valleyhospice.ca or 902-679-3471

CONTINUED APRIL 2 – APRIL 30, 2023

Kentville Writes — Library, Kentville 2:30–4:30pm • Join others for writing exercises, brain storming, feedback, and encouragement. Registration is required. TIX: Free Latin Dance Lesson — YogaLife, Wolfville 7–8:30pm • Everyone welcome, no experience or partner necessary.

TIX: $15

CAMINO — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • A multimedia immersive production featuring flamenco music, dance, video, and lighting projection. TIX: Adult: $25, Senior/Student: $22 INFO: 902-476-6183

Michael Robertson — Sydney Street Pub and Cafe, Digby 7:30pm • Old-time blues, early Jazz, and folk. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-1066

Overlap — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm

• Both a love letter and an uncompromising critique of the city of Moncton, Overlap is Céleste Godin’s first full-length play. TIX: Adult: $35, Youth: $5 INFO: 902-532-7704

SpeakEasy: John Tetrault & the Old Boys Network — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm • TIX: $15

INFO: 902-385-5426

Charlie A’Court, Lloyd Spiegel and Suzie Vinnick — The Mermaid, Windsor 8–10pm • Join multi-award-winning artists, Canadians Suzie Vinnick and Charlie A’Court, and Australian Lloyd Spiegel, for a dynamic evening filled with songs, stories and laughs as they take their roots ‘n’ blues kitchen party from coast-to-coast. TIX: $42

The Melberns — Lew Murphy’s Smoke & BBQ, New Minas

8:30–11:30pm TIX: Free

Dance: Route 12 — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville

9–12pm • TIX: Members: $9, General: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935

Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 9pm • Featuring Jokers Right. TIX: Advanced: $10, At the Door: $12 INFO: 902-680-6260

SUNDAY, 30

Best of Hometown Sound Concert and Live Auction — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 1pm TIX: $10 Book Club — Library, Windsor 2pm • Please ask library staff for our monthly book selection. Pick up a copy of the book at the library and join the conversation. New members are welcome! Registration not required. TIX: Free

WHAT’S UP FOR NATURE THIS MONTH?

Blomidon Naturalists Society

Children & Youth Programs

• Duke of Edinburgh Youth Leadership Program (Ages 13-16)

Forest Play (Ages 3-5), T & TH Mornings Starting April 25

• Coyote Classroom (Ages 6-11), School Alternative for Free-Range Kids, Wednesdays Starting April 26

Flying Squirrel Adventures

Info: valleyfly-ingsquirrel.wordpress.com

Public Talk— Bird-Window Collisions

Understanding the Problem & What You Can

Do by Melissa McDonald

Date: Monday, April 17

Time: 7pm

Location: Wolfville Curling Club or online on Zoom, info at www.blomidonnaturalists.ca

Early Spring Birding Trip with Richard Stern

Pre-registration required given limited space at www.blomidonnaturalists.ca

Date: Saturday, April 22nd Time: 7:30am-12pm Location: TBD

City Nature Challenge 2023

Date: April 28 – May 1

Get outside recording nature & contributing to citizen science and biodiversity, be it on your own, with friends or family during this international event! Everyone can participate. Sign up to iNaturalist.org and join the Annapolis Valley project for 2023! A group hike nearby will happen on April 29th in the afternoon.

Climate Circles

Come work together for local climate action and share inspiration and hope. Work on issues including active and public transportation, energy transition, forests and green spaces, climate action storytelling, and food sustainability. Visit blomidonnaturalists.ca for more info.

Date: Sunday, April 2nd & 30th

Time: 2pm

Location: 118 Oakdene Avenue, Kentville

SPRINGS LIBATIONS BRING SLIMY MIGRATIONS

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LIBATION

Avery Peters

Early summer

The field is flush

With bees and purple

The smell a saturation of candy

Bees know they can produce

A delicious elixir from this nectar

The purple colour draws them in And me too

There must be that sense

The scent associated

With the nutrients my body requires

It is bliss

Sitting in my own field

Barefoot with ticks and bees

First summer dresses of the season

My basket in hand

Filled to the brim with clover

I’ve learned from my mistakes

Do not harvest after the rain

Wait until the sun warms

And the scent returns, heady with

The promise of a glorious day

Those precious jewels, dried

Carefully in trays

Won’t turn brown in jars

mixed woodlands. Breeding begins between the age of five and seven, after which they spawn every two to three years. They have been known to live upwards of thirty years. Spotted salamanders are also known to form a symbiotic relationship with algae, making them the only known vertebrate capable of photosynthesis! During their migration, they are often forced to cross roadways, and while this gives us an excellent opportunity to spot these creatures, it poses a significant threat to our slippery friends. Many salamanders are run over by vehicles during their spawning migration, and while looking for these creatures, I have often found a greater proportion of deceased individuals. If possible, refrain from driving through low-land areas on rainy spring nights as avoiding these salamanders can be difficult and dangerous.

Set away for winter months and The coming spring

A friend's mug when left empty of coffee

A meetup

Refilled with freshly garbled herbs and water

Her face lights up

This is not like store-bought teabags, she says

An offering Of Love Of peace

New friends

And old friends

Sharing

The longings

Of our hearts

Between breaths and sips

An attentive ear listens

The pleasing aroma

Assuages any fears

If we bared our true selves

The part deep within

That is known before we see the light of day

You can find more stories, poems, and recipes for drinks, teas, and seasoal fare at averylpeters.substack.com.

Walking through soggy Sphagnum moss interspersed with white reminders of a fleeting winter, I’m halted as movement catches my eye. A large black salamander enlivened by a backdrop of snow. The first warm rain of spring brings with it a frenzy of life. As dusk approaches, amphibians emerge from hibernation and embark on a migration to their spawning grounds. Just like amphibians, I too feel a renewed sense of vitality as I begin to spend more time engaging in the natural world. There are over a dozen amphibian species native to Nova Scotia, and these migrations present an opportunity to catch glimpses of what would otherwise remain hidden throughout most of the year, such as one of our more elusive amphibians, the Yellow Spotted Salamander.

Yellow Spotted Salamanders spend the bulk of their lives burrowed underground in

I suggest to anyone interested in witnessing this natural phenomenon, check the forecast and look for a rainy day in early April over 10 °C, then grab a headlamp, and take an evening walk in your local watershed. Hollows, gulches, ravines, and other low-lying areas where water can collect into vernal pools are likely candidates when looking for salamanders. It can be a humbling experience to feel so entwined in the forces brought by the shift in seasons, and if luck is on your side, you may even see thousands of them!

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HOW TO SOLVE:

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NATIONAL POETRY MONTH AND CANADIAN FILM DAY !

Hilary Briar

APRIL IS NATIONAL POETRY MONTH:

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There are so many ways to celebrate poetry! This year, the League of Canadian Poets (LCP) invites you to explore the theme “Joy”. If you like to read formal poetry, why not try a novel in verse, or poetry that challenges and subverts forms. If you love poetry in book form, try checking out a spoken word showcase or a poetry slam. If you’re a performance poet to your core, try diving into a chapbook and seeing the poetry light up those hand-sewn pages. And if you don’t do poetry… What better time to start than now? We promise there’s a poem out there just for you. Learn more at poets.ca/npm.

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APRIL 19 IS CANADIAN FILM DAY:

Launched in 2014, CanFilmDay is a coast-tocoast-to-coast salute to Canadian cinema and the incredible achievements of our filmmakers. In honour of CanFilmDay, a number of our library branches will be hosting free film screenings. Registration is required. Please visit our online events calendar or call your local branch to sign up for your favourites. Unless otherwise noted, all screenings take place on Wednesday, April 19.

Annapolis Royal

• “Away from Her” (3:00pm)

Lawrencetown “Weirdos” (11:00am)

Middleton

• “A Bear Named Winnie” (3:30pm) “The Barbarian Invasions” (7:00pm)

Kingston “A Bear Named Winnie” (Tue Apr 18, 6:00pm) “Babar, King of the Elephants” (3:30pm) “Peace by Chocolate” (Thu Apr 20, 6:00pm)

Berwick

• “Peace by Chocolate” (12:00pm)

• “Wonders of the Arctic” (3:00pm)

Hantsport

• “The Breadwinner” (4:00pm)

• The Grand Seduction” (6:30pm)

Windsor

• “Peace by Chocolate” (6:00pm)

NEW WEBSITE COMING SOON:

A brand-new AVRL website is in the works! We are particularly excited about our new events calendar, which will make signing up for programming easier than ever. Check it out at www.valleylibrary.ca. Suggestions for improvements are always welcome!

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS:

Al-Anon: Are you affected by someone else’s alcoholism? If so, Al-Anon is for you. A Support Group for families and friends affected by someone else’s drinking. INFO: 1-888-425-2666 | al-anonmaritimes.ca

Cancer Support Group: For women with and/or recovering from any type of cancer. Meeting the second Thursday of each month. INFO: 902-690-5956 | michellereid566@yahoo.ca | 902-678-9100 | patmutch@hotmail.com | 902-542-1466 | margotwithat@hotmail.com

The Safe Haven Animal Rescue: fundraising painting is now on display at Charts Cafe on Elm Street, Wolfville. Tickets got the raffle of the fabulous art work “Ginger Cat with Purple Iris” can be purchased at the cafe while you enjoy a delicious dessert and coffee. This original art work by award-wining Canadian artist Judith Leidl is a 100 % donation which all proceeds from ticket sales going to Safe Haven Animal Rescue Annapolis Valley. For further information go the SHAR Facebook page and see for yourself what great work this terrific organization does for valley cats and kittens in need!

Voice & Piano Lessons: With professional music educator, Susan Dworkin, with 33 years of teaching experience! Studio located in Wolfville. Offering private lessons for children and adults of all ages, beginner to advanced. INFO: 902-300-1001 | susanlisadworkin@gmail.com

DONATE/VOLUNTEER:

Used Cell Phones Needed: Gently used, unlocked, cleared of personal information, cell phones needed, to be given to people without phones. Drop off: Middleton or Kingston Libraries. Contact us for other drop off locations. INFO: 902-448-4744 | info@redbearhealinghome.ca

The Revival Shop: A pay-what-you-can thrift shop offering gently used clothing for all, located at 6 Willow Street in Hantsport. Donations and volunteers are welcome. INFO: Open Monday & Saturday 9am-12pm, Tuesday & Wednesday 2-4pm, Thursday 6:30-8pm.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES:

Errands by Karen Home Blood Collection: A personalized approach to lending a helping hand. Karen will collect your blood and deliver it to the lab, run your

EVERY DAY IS EARTH DAY WITH MUSIC IN COMMUNITIES

Kim

Barlow

As always, we have lots on the go. This month, we’re really excited to present this jam-packed Every Day is Earth Day series, focusing on climate action, Indigenous culture and music.

errands, take you shopping, or to appointments. Fully certified and bondable. All COVID protocols followed. Please call or email to book an appointment. INFO: 902-790-2626 | errandsbykaren@hotmail.com

Got Mice?: Do you have a MOUSE problem? Or do you have a HOUSE problem? Got Mice Humane Wildlife Services addresses common and uncommon entry points permanently with guaranteed results. Call for a consultation. INFO: 902-365-MICE (6423) | GOTMICE.CA

Interior Painting and Cabinets: Women in Rollers is the Valley’s full-service decorating company. We do accurate quotes, show up on time, and perform to perfection. We even leave your home neat and tidy! We have great references! Complimentary design and colour consultations. Call today for your free estimate. INFO: (902) 697-2926

Clear the Clutter and Make Room for New Opportunities in Your Life: Use the principles of Feng Shui to lift the energy in your home or office for growth and fulfillment. FREE 15-minute consults. INFO: hello@fengshuibysuzanne.com

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Enhance your overall wellness and treat root causes of illness with acupuncture and Chinese herbology. Commonly treated conditions include: anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive problems, menstrual/menopausal symptoms, sciatica, and more! Jane Marshall, D.TCM, DAc, has over 20 years experience! INFO: 902-404-3374 | janemarshallacupuncture.ca | 112 Front St, Wolfville Looking for Ghosts!: Valley Ghost Walks has 2023 casting needs. INFO: 902-692-8546 | jerome@valleyghostwalks.com

Wellness Life Coach: See Alexandra Gellman, Ph.D., DHM, RNCP, for homeopathy, integrative medicine, iridology (eye), nutrition to boost your health, wellness, and cognitive capabilities naturally. Free Motivation Monday Workshops on the first Monday of the month (March 6, 1 - 2:15PM): Learn about your Health through Iridology. INFO: 902-542-5280 | alex@alexgellman.com

Wood Flooring Restoration and Repair: Make your old wooden floors beautiful again! Sanding, refinishing, repairing, and verathaning of hard and soft wood floors. INFO: 902-300-5903 | 902-542-0664 | stevenrhude13@gmail.com

WOLFVILLE FARMER’S MARKET

Lindsay Leckie, Business Development Manager

t’s time to start thinking about your home garden! Do you have a vegetable garden or are thinking about starting one? It can be a bit of an overwhelming task to start, however research has shown that spending time in nature can reduce levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, in the body. On top of that, you get to enjoy the process of watching your garden grow and enjoying the harvest.

I started gardening on my property six years ago, and while I have been inconsistent with the vegetables I grow, I have been consistent in how I grow: I plant it, ignore it, and hope for the best! Not the best approach, I admit. However this year I’d like to try something different, and by that I mean actually try. This year I decided to plan ahead and do a bit of research. One thing I have learned that I find particularly interesting is that using seeds harvested from your local area can impact the success of what you grow. The reason for this is local seeds have been adapted to our local climate, soil, and growing conditions. There is also a greater chance that local seeds have adapted to the pests and diseases that could be found in your garden, increasing their odds of surviving even more.

My favourite thing about getting seeds locally is that you know who and where they came from, and often the farmers who collected them are happy to share growing tips with you! If you are looking to get some local seeds for yourself and talk directly with the people who grew and harvested them, come by the Wolfville Farmers’ Market on April 15th for our “Cultivating Biodiversity: A Seedy Saturday Event”.

Along with local seed and plant vendors, the Market has partnered with the Blomidon Naturalists Society to host workshops, a seed exchange, kids activities, and more! This will be a great event for you and your family

to learn more about growing or starting a garden.

Though we are excited for you to attend this amazing event, any time you have the opportunity to stop by the Wolfville Farmers’ Market and chat with your local farmer or vendor, you are sure to learn something new, and get something tasty to eat!

o subscribe to additional items like milk, eggs, coffee, ferments, and more. Tipsy Toad Grove also offers a seasonal CSA directly from their farm. You can get on their waitlist by visiting their website, tipsytoadgrove.com.

The Wolfville Farmers’ Market started the WFM2Go program back in 2017 as a way to strengthen relationships between customers and farmers, by creating more ways to access local products. We currently offer over 1,800 local products to shop from online and deliver to pick up hubs spanning from Berwick to Halifax. By offering this service, customers can enjoy more access to local, but also farmers, chefs, and artisans, have more time to grow, make and bake, while the market takes on the role of aggregating and distributing.

Relationships are an important part of strengthening our local food system. A CSA is one way to support local agriculture and help strengthen those relationships, allowing our small scale farmers to grow more food! Imagine feeding your family food knowing exactly how it was grown, who grew it, and being able to see the direct impact of your purchase on your local community. Here in the valley, we are lucky to have the opportunity to do just that!

Brian Knockwood will lead a drum-making workshop on April 15. This is an incredible opportunity to learn about Mi’kmaq culture and music-making practices, and make your own drum to take home.

Then on April 22 we’ll have a drum-painting workshop with Alan Syliboy. Participants are invited to register for both sessions at a reduced rate, and paint the drums you make, with Alan’s magical artwork to inspire you. These workshops will have very limited space, so please contact us right away to reserve a spot. We are offering several free places to youth, and members of Glooscap and Annapolis Valley First Nations.

Also on April 22, we’ll be taking over the Wolfville Farmers’ Market for the whole afternoon and evening. Details below are subject to change, but here’s a general outline of the day:

2:30 pm - Drum Painting with Alan Syliboy (register for this separately)

2:30 pm - Climate-Action songwriting workshop led by Braden Lam and Kim Barlow

4:30 pm - pop-up choir with Freya Milliken and the Queer Community Chorus!

5:00 pm - drum circle and traditional Mi’kmaq songs workshop

6:00 pm - Sustainable, local, DELICIOUS supper made by Jenny & Meagan Osburn (Winners of the Select NS Local Food Heroes, 2013)

7:00 pm- Round-table w Kim Frye of Music Declares Emergency, Braden Lam and Alan Syliboy, on Music, Climate Action and Indigenous Knowledge.

8:00 pm - Midnight - We’ll cap the day off with great music and dancing, featuring Braden Lam, John Muirhead, Steel Cut Oats, Keeper E and more!

This event is open to all-ages, and is a drugand-alcohol-free event. In the spirit of this Libations issue of the Grapevine, we’re proud to offer an alternative for youth, the “dry-curious”, and non-drinkers who can find it challenging to go out when there is alcohol around. We’ll be serving fancy mocktails and treats for a $2 donation throughout the night, and we’ll keep the farmers’ market rocking til we all turn into non-GMO organic pumpkins at midnight.

You can purchase tickets for the whole event (drum-painting separate), or the evening music only. Tickets for the evening music will also be available at the door.

Whole event: $50 / $25 students Evening Music only: $20 / $10 students (+ eventbrite fees)

We’re organizing some shuttles from outlying areas. Send us a message if you’d like to hop on the Earth Day bus!

We’d like to thank Doretta Groenendyk (artwork) and Izra Fitch (design) for the beautiful poster! We also thank our partners for making these events possible, including the Small Change Fund, Music Declares Emergency, and the Town of Wolfville. MIC recognizes the support of the Province of Nova Scotia. We are pleased to work in partnership with the Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage to develop and promote our cultural resources for all Nova Scotians.

Please visit our website for ticket links and more details about these events and our other programs. www.musicincommunities.com

We look forward to sharing music with you soon!

MARGOT’S HIDDEN GEMS

Margot Bishop

What is your favourite libation--tipple, quaff, draft, beverage, potion, or brew? All of these words are used to describe an alcoholic drink. The oldest is ‘mead’ made from honey. It is still produced and sold today. One of the most dangerous is absinthe.

There are some very interesting days in April that seem to call for an alcoholic drink of some kind. April Fool’s on the first seems to be made for imbibing strong liquids as some of the antics that people do to each other could not be thought up, in a sober mind.

Just remember the old proverb “April fools is past and you are the biggest fool at last. So-no silly antics after noon. The 3rd is World Party Day. I think that you can figure out for yourselves what you want to drink on ‘this’ day. The 5th is Dandelion Day (a good one to start making dandelion wine). Then there is new beer’s eve on the 6th and of course, the next day, the 7th, --is National Beer Day. It is also World Health Day. I am not sure where the thinking is in putting those two days together, or maybe that IS the thinking. The 10th, is Dygnus--a day to be Polish (even if you are not). Although, vodka was created in Poland, there is a lot of tea drunk there in modern times. The 11th is 8- track tape day. If you remember them, maybe limit yourself to a small ‘jar’ or a beer that is not readily found anymore. (HAHA, sorry –I Do remember them. I wonder if they still make James Ready beer). The 12th is licorice day (I am not fond of the red) but ouzo, pernod, sambuca, all have that wonderful similar taste. Peach cobbler and scrabble have their day on the 13th. You could have peach schnapps or crème de peche. Pecan Day is the 14th, and BC and MB make very good pecan liqueur. The 15th is Record Store Day. Try and find a store that sells records these days, But- vinyl is coming back. Thank goodness, I still have some needles for my phonograph. As it is also World Circus day, find a cotton candy concoction to drink. The 16th is Eggs Benedict day, what does not go with them? The 17th is cheeseball day and

also herbalist day. I think that any wine or tea would be perfect. The 18th is Juggler’s day, probably- Not a good day for ‘strong’ drink. But the 19th being garlic day –would--be a day for a ‘strong’ (taste or odor) one. The next few days-20th high five; 21st –first month of Spring is gone; 22nd-jelly bean day (and there are Jelly Bean flavoured drinks); 23rdanything hot or cold with English muffins and ‘pig’s in blankets’ on the 24th, are not challenging. But the 25th- Penguin Day, is a perfect day to try practicing layering all those black and white drinks. Most bartenders remember them –Angel kisses, all the liqueur coffees. Arak turns a milky white when water is added to it. The 26th, you could have pretzels for the day; the 27th, learn some morse code (3 dots and a dash of the drink name, actually stand for ‘V’). The 28th& 29th, you could drink green as it is Arbor and Greenery Day. Try some of those that you did not get to on St. Pat.’s last month. The 30th is Jazz Day. Anything goes with jazz.

Religious days are Palm Sunday on the 2nd, Passover beginning on the 5th with the last day the 13th. Good Friday -7th, Easter Sunday-9th. The 18th is Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power), 22nd is the feast which ends Ramadan--Eid al-Fetr.

Some of my favourite drinks are not ‘libations’. A glass of icy cold milk with a cookie, hot from the oven, or a long drink of water from the Gaspereau well on a hot summer day. Any of the cordials made from our Valleys’ fabulous fresh fruit.

Just remember, whatever your libation, please drink responsively.

CELEBRATING WILD NOVA SCOTIA

Melanie Priesnitz, Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens

HEALTHCARE WORKER RETENTION

Premier Tim Houston

The Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens has been a unique project since its inception over 20 years ago. It was a rare construction undertaking where we removed houses, roads and sidewalks to make space for planting trees, shrubs and perennials. The Botanical Gardens was designed to showcase the amazing wild flora of the Wapna’ki/Acadian Forest Region. Over 17,000 individual plants were brought in over two years of planting, along with natural soils appropriate to each habitat. On six acres we have created a small representation of a sand barren, deciduous woodland, bog, marsh, coniferous woodland, stream, coastal headland, and mixed woodland with a good selection of representative plants in each habitat.

We are not your average botanical garden filled with showy annuals and tropical plants brought in from other lands. We are a conservation and teaching garden that works hard to educate people on the beauty and importance of the wild plants in our region. The Wapna’ki Forest is an amazing and diverse region that includes Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, areas of southern Quebec and northern New England states. It is a meeting ground of the northern Boreal Forest and the southern deciduous forests. This small and

unique region is rich in biodiversity of both flora and fauna and, unfortunately is listed by the World Wildlife Fund as an endangered entity.

Much of the work that we do at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens is around educating gardeners on what native plants are appropriate to plant in home gardens and why it’s so important to use plants indigenous to the area. We believe that all of us have a responsibility to help restore the Wapna’ki forest and work towards minimizing further biodiversity

loss. We encourage individuals to think of home gardens as extensions of wild spaces. How we treat our land and gardens has an impact on the planet as a whole.

If you want to learn more about our story and discover how you can help make a difference to the biodiversity crisis through gardening, watch the upcoming episode of Wild Nova Scotia on Eastlink Community TV April 9th at 3pm featuring the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens. If you don’t have Eastlink cable you can join us for a Watch Party in the auditorium at the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre at the same time as the episode is airing.

We are honoured to have the Botanical Gardens featured in an episode of Wild Nova Scotia and can’t wait to share the beautiful cinematography and our rewilding story with you. Keep an eye on our social media or website for more information.

http://botanicalgardens.acadiau.ca

The last few years have been long and hard, especially for our healthcare workers. They have contributed so much and sacrificed so much to keep us healthy and safe. Working through a pandemic … hurricanes … staff shortages.

But they’ve kept going. As their workloads grow and staff shortages persist. Our healthcare teams – nurses, paramedics, telehealth staff, continuing care staff, ward clerks, housekeeping and food service staff and so many others – take it all on with a ‘do not quit’ attitude.

To say thank you, we are giving up to $10,000 bonuses to nurses working in our publicly-funded healthcare system. There is more on the table for nurses who commit to continue working in the province. We are also giving $5,000 bonuses to many other healthcare workers in recognition of their important contributions.

I expect about 55,000 people across the province already have or will soon get a bonus. Almost 12,000 of these people work in the western zone of the province, including the Annapolis Valley.

Our nurses and healthcare teams do an amazing job, day in and day out. They have earned these bonuses, and I’m proud to recognize them and their commitment. I want them all to know that we appreciate them.

When I said our government would do what it takes to fix our healthcare challenges, I meant it. We are making progress, but transformational change takes time.

I want our healthcare workers and team members to know that we are grateful, we value

their commitment and we need them. Money isn’t everything, but it’s something. It’s one way to show our appreciation, to help keep people or to help bring them back.

This is how we fix healthcare. One solution at a time. Whether it’s investing in more doctors, more medical, nursing and paramedic school seats, building and improving healthcare facilities, embracing virtual care or expanding the role of professionals like nurse practitioners and pharmacists – every effort counts.

We’re taking an all-hands-on-deck approach today and over the long term. We will continue to listen and make the changes needed. Every change is a step forward toward our common goal – a better healthcare system for Nova Scotians.

We know there is a lot more we can do to improve our healthcare system for patients and those working in it. We won’t stop until the work is done.

Farming is a gamble. Growing grapes and making wine sounds glamorous, but the elaborate year-round process is as dependant on Mother Nature 'round here as everything else.

Although it's still too early to determine the full extent of the damage, February's cold snap unfortunately rocked the local wine industry. Some vineyards actually experienced 90%+ bud damage, as there was no snow cover to provide insulation. Grapes are resilient though - they grow like vines - so, like in 2018 after the late frost, their secondary shoots will have to be harvested later this fall.

Despite the neverending challenges associated with farming, there's still an overall optimistic attitude to be found within local producers. So long as the world can travel, the masses will be arriving shortly.

I asked all the local producers for their updates going into this tourism season, and this is what I discovered.

L’Acadie Vineyards

“New this year, low-alcohol offerings! Orange wine is back, including many wines that are winery-direct exclusives.” - Bruce Ewert, head winemaker & owner.

Tourwise, I’m VERY curious about their expanded picnic experiences, including wine by-the-glass.

Blomidon Estate Winery

“We released a lot of wines in the fall that most people wouldn't have had a chance to try including: 2021 Pinot Noir Rosé, 2021 Ortega Muscat Ottonel, & NV Sparkling Rosé.” - Laurie, FOH manager.

Once again, they’ll be committed to serving

100% NS wines and locally-sourced charcuterie boards.

1365 Church Street Vineyards & Winery

“We have done a substantial bit of renovating, and we will have another barrel cellar, a larger tasting room, and a kitchen down the road”, Amber & John, owners.

Tourwise, being open year round is always appealing, and I like how they endeavour to host more community events.

Benjamin Bridge Winery

“We’ll continue to operate year-round, and we’ll soon have a few special tasting events focused on our biodiversity program.” - Britt, hospitality.

Tourwise, their new Riverside Vineyard experience was a recent hit and will return in the fall/winter.

Beausoleil Farmstead Cidery & Vineyard

“We’re excited for our upcoming new 2022 wine releases including the inaugural estate Pinot Blanc, which will be the first Pinot Blanc for Nova Scotia!” - Mel & Jake, owners.

Tourwise, their colourful tasting trays will become even more electric with their new Frontenac & Blue, featuring local NS wild blueberries.

Luckett Vineyards

“We’ve locked in our opening date, May 5! We’ll also be releasing two new wines this year, but it’s still a bit of a surprise at this point.” - Geena Luckett, owner. For the first time just the other day, I met

Mike, the head groundskeeper. I thanked him for his dedication and attention to detail, my guests love those cheeky Amaranth plants!

Annapolis Cider Company, Wolfville

“We have a really interesting mix of innovative modern specialty ciders, and technically produced ciders coming out this spring in the cider club offering.” - Joey Courchesne, head cider maker.

Tourwise, although one of Joey’s first dessert creations, Apple Jack, doesn’t have colour on the label, its vibrancy puts smiles on my guests every time.

Maritime Express Cider Company

“We have a whole bunch of new releases including a Storm Cider, made from apples that fell during hurricane Fiona, and a Sangria Cider, made from fruit wine we aged two years in a wine barrel.” - Jimi, head cider maker & co-owner.

Releases on the horizon also include: an Arctic Kiwi, a red wine/cider blend, and the return of

the crowd-pleasing Strawberry Basil in Apri Barrelling Tide Distillery

When asked about the 6 different awards they’ve won thus far in 2023, owners Russell and Colleen Murphy humbly state, “Thank you to our customers, near and far; the local farmers and producers of the Annapolis Valley, and the talented mixologists in establishments throughout Nova Scotia that use our product…ask for us by name.”

Don't forget, drinking local helps to support local farmers. Cheers to the upcoming season, thanks for helping to make this Valley so desirable.

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I KNOW A PLACE by Ron Lightburn

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Ron Lightburn’s art cards are now available at locations throughout the Annapolis Valley: Endless Shores Books in Bridgetown; The Rusty Chandelier in Coldbrook; Tides Art Gallery, R.D. Chisholm and the Kings County Museum in Kentville; Absolutely Fabulous at Home, Coles Book Store and Saunders Tartans & Gifts in New Minas; The Port Pub and Sea Level Brewing in Port Williams; Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards in Wolfville.