The Grapevine - November 2023

our new and improved website at alwhittletheatre.ca for details, ticketing information and full schedule of events

Renting Market Space/Zeroing in on Hunger...............p.4

Fall Continental MyCoblitz/Caravan Theatre................p.4

Horoscopes/Stardrop/Dog of the Month.....................p.5

Tides is Moving/Irene Dworkin...................................p.6

Books by Locals/ Vintage Takeover.............................p.6

Premiers Message/Little Town Choir............................p.7

10 Ways to Support Local/Photo Exhibition.................p.7

Puzzles/Music In Communities/Story........................p.10

Word of the Issue/What’s Up for Nature....................p.10

What’s Happening................................................p.13-14

I Know a Place/Margot’s Hidden Gems......................p.15

RENTING THE MARKET SPACE - A UNIQUE WAY TO SUPPORT LOCAL

Lindsay Leckie

We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for your continued support of our Market and vendors over the last 31 years. Over the years we have been met with many challenges and obstacles, and have persevered, upholding our mission of “a connected, nourished, and vibrant community”, thanks to our strong and supportive community.

The Wolfville Farmers’ Market has been a longstanding gathering point for locals through our Saturday Market and community events. However, did you know it also serves as a space for your events?

Every rental fee goes directly back into supporting the work the Market does, which, in turn, benefits the community as a whole. This dual-purpose initiative ensures that

celebrating at the market doesn’t just bring people together for a good time; it also contributes to the community’s well-being.

From weddings and holiday parties to weekly meetings and workshops, there’s an opportunity for everyone to make memories at this beautifully rustic market. What’s even more exciting is that when individuals choose to host their events here, they’re not only creating unforgettable moments but also making a significant impact on their community.

The Market has expanded our offerings to cater to your needs better than ever before. Whether you’re planning a memorable holiday party, a wedding to remember, a bustling trade show, a fun-filled dance, or a recurring community meeting, we have the perfect space for you. Our versatile market can

ZEROING IN ON HUNGER AT ACADIA

Sarah Lavallée and Jodie Noiles

Operator

and Operator

The autumn harvest serves as a poignant moment for us to contemplate the food produced in our region and acknowledge the farmers who nourish us. However, it’s disheartening to note that not everyone shares in this abundance. According to a 2022 survey conducted by Statistics Canada, 22% of Nova Scotians live in food insecure households, making Nova Scotia one of the provinces with the highest rates of food insecurity in the country. Additionally, Nova Scotia received a failing grade in the recent Poverty Report Card published by Food Banks Canada.

A 2020 report, co-authored by Dr. Lesley Frank of Acadia University, revealed that 35-40% of undergraduate students in Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland experience food insecurity. These alarming figures underscore the pressing need for local initiatives to address food insecurity. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) provide a roadmap for progress that supports both people and the planet.

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One of the 17 goals outlined in the UNSDGs is Zero Hunger, aiming to eradicate hunger, malnutrition, and promote sustainable agricultural practices. In 2021, Acadia became the first university in Canada to sign the SDG Accord, a global commitment to the UNSDGs.

The Acadia Sustainability Office is at the forefront of UNSDG initiatives on campus, including those addressing Zero Hunger. In collaboration with Student Services, the Counselling Centre, and Acadia Dining Services, the university has introduced expanded student food assistance programs. These programs offer emergency support while ongoing efforts are made to address the root causes of food insecurity, such as poverty.

Acadia has also partnered with Organic Nova Scotia to implement various projects related to the Organic Campus Program, furthering the university’s focus on promoting sustainable agriculture. Notably, Acadia was recognized as the first Organic Campus in Canada in 2022. The initiatives include increasing

FALL CONTINENTAL MYCOBLITZ

Samuel Jean, Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens

While many mushrooms are delicious, several can make you sick or make you wish you were dead. Thankfully, only a few of the ones that currently occur in the Wapna’ki Forest are truly deadly. Until they fruit, fungal species often go unnoticed, as their mycelium lives underground or in decaying organic matter. Yet, they are essential and play important roles in our lives. Fungi have been used to prepare food through fermentation for millennia; several medical compounds, like penicillin, were developed thanks to them, and they allow nutrient flow in various ecosystems by breaking down organic matter. Most of the plant species that are native to Wapna’ki

depend on the mycorrhizal relationship between fungi and their roots to survive and grow.

Researchers estimate that 3,000 mushroom species are found in the Maritimes. From this number, only a few hundred are currently known to science. To remedy this, Dr. Allison Walker, Professor in the Department of Biology at Acadia University and Director of the E.C. Smith Herbarium, as well as the Museum of Natural History and the Nova Scotia Mycological Society, invited the public to participate in a fungal diversity survey last month. The Fall Continental MycoBlitz took place

transform to match your vision and ensure your event is a resounding success. This development aligns with the market’s mission of serving the community, and we are thrilled to invite residents into our spaces.

By choosing to host events in the Market, community members are directly contributing to local initiatives.

Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a casual gathering, consider the Wolfville Farmers’ Market as the backdrop for your event and be a part of the movement to create memories while giving back to the community. Your next unforgettable event may be just a rental away!

For more information or inquiries, please contact us at rentals@wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca

organic purchasing on campus, organizing an Organic Study Tour of local farms and producers, and offering Fresh Food Boxes for students through the Wolfville Farmers’ Market.

On Monday, November 27th, the President’s Panel on Zero Hunger will take place. Faculty members from various disciplines across the university will share their insights on food insecurity and agricultural resilience. The event, moderated by Dr. Jeff Hennessy, Acadia President and Vice-Chancellor, will feature Dr. Lesley Frank, Dr. Zoë Migicovsky, and Chaiti Seth. This event is open to all interested individuals.

While institutions like Acadia University have a significant role to play in addressing the UNSDGs, individual actions also make a difference. By working together, we can achieve zero hunger on campus and in our communities. For more information, please visit sustainability.acadiau.ca.

throughout North America from October 13 to 22. During that time, expert and amateur mycologists recorded their mushroom observations and submitted dried specimens to researchers for DNA sequencing to document the presence of as many species as possible and perhaps discover new ones.

Acadia student volunteers roamed the Acadia Woodland Trails during the MycoBlitz to capture the fungal diversity found in Acadia University’s backyard. Specimens have been sent for DNA sequencing, and we are looking forward to receiving the results! So far, species like the fly agaric (Amanita muscaria), the northern red belt (Fomitopsis mounceae), the turkey-tail (Trametes versicolor), and the orange jelly spot (Dacrymyces chrysospermus) have been found along the trails.

The fungi kingdom is mysterious, and there is still much unknown about it. It is not too late to make a contribution to science; download the iNaturalist app or use the web interface to submit your mushroom observations. Many mushroom species will remain visible along the Acadia Woodland Trails over the next few weeks. To download a trail map of Acadia’s Woodland Trails, visit our website.

CARAVAN THEATRE TOURS THE CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED PLAY EVERY BRILLIANT THING

Kathy France

The colour yellow, roller coasters, ice cream — as her mother battles chronic depression, a daughter creates a list of every brilliant thing she can think of, to remind her mom of what makes life worth living. As the child grows, so does the list. Looking back on a life of ups and downs, she takes the audience on an inspiring journey that celebrates finding joy in the mundane and being grateful for the simple pleasures hiding all around us. At once intimate and interactive, this touching, funny, and uplifting performance chronicles life’s small joys and reveals the lengths to which we will go for those we love. Directed by Kathy France, performed by Thea Burton

Join us for this special performance on the following dates and venues:

• November 9th, 7:00 PM & November 10th, 7:00 PM: Al Whittle Theatre Studio Z, Wolfville

• November 24th, 7:00 PM: Cedar Centre, Windsor

• November 25th, 8:00 PM: Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville

Content Warning: This play discusses the subjects of suicide and mental health. While it offers an overall optimistic and heartwarming experience, viewer discretion is advised. Suitable for ages 16 and above. The show has

a duration of 75 minutes. Tickets are priced at $25, with a discounted rate of $20 for underwaged individuals.

Tickets can be purchased at linktr.ee/ caravantheatre.

Caravan Theatre extends gratitude to our partners: Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, Mudcreek Rotary Club, Town of Wolfville, and Kings County.

For additional information, please visit our website: https://www.caravantheatre.ca/.

Photo: Acadia University Student volunteers discussing a mushroom specimen along the Acadia Woodland Trails.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your victories-inprogress are subtle. They may not be totally visible to you yet. Let me describe them so you can feel properly confident about what you are in the process of accomplishing. 1. A sustained surge of hard-earned personal growth is rendering one of your problems mostly irrelevant. 2. You have been redefining what rewards are meaningful to you, and that’s motivating you to infuse your ambitions with more soulfulness. 3. You are losing interest in a manipulative game that doesn’t serve you as well as it should. 4. You are cultivating more appreciation for fascinating and useful problems.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus physicist Richard Feynman was a smart and accomplished person who won a Nobel Prize. He articulated a perspective that will be healthy for you to experiment with in the coming weeks. He said, “I can live with doubt and uncertainty and not knowing. I think it’s much more interesting not knowing than to have answers which might be wrong. I have approximate answers and possible beliefs and different degrees of certainty about different things, but I’m not absolutely sure of anything, and there are many things I don’t know anything about.” Give Feynman’s approach a try, dear Taurus. Now is an excellent time to explore the perks of questioning everything. I bet you’ll be pleased with how free and easy it makes you feel.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): To earn money, I have worked as a janitor, dishwasher, olive picker, ditch-digger, newspaper deliverer, and 23 other jobs involving hard labor. In addition, I have done eight artistic jobs better suited to my sensitive temperament and creative talents. Am I regretful or resentful about the thousands of hours I toiled at tasks I didn’t enjoy? A little. But mostly I’m thankful for them. They taught me how to interact harmoniously with a wide array of people. They helped forge my robust social conscience. And they motivated me to eventually figure out how to get jobs I really loved. Now I invite you to take an inventory of your own work life, Gemini. It’s an excellent time to evaluate where you’ve been and where you want to go in the future.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): There are so many kinds of sweetness. Zesty spicy sweetness. Tender balmy fragrant sweetness. Sour or bitter sweetness. Musky piquant sweetness. Luscious succulent sweetness. One of my favorite types of sweetness is described by Cancerian poet Stephen Dunn. He wrote, “Often a sweetness comes as if on loan, stays just long enough to make sense of what it means to be alive, then returns to its dark source. As for me, I don’t care where it’s been, or what bitter road it’s traveled to come so far, to taste so good.” My analysis of the astrological omens suggests to me that you are about to commune with at least three of these sweetnesses, Cancerian. Maybe most of them.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Author Dan Savage advocates regular indulgence in sloth. He notes that few of us can “get through 24 hours without a little downtime. Human beings need to stare off into space, look out the window, daydream, and spend time every day being indolent and useless.” I concur, and I hope you will indulge in more downtime than usual during the coming weeks. For the sake of your long-term mental and physical health, you need to relax extra deep and strong now—to recharge your battery with delicious and delightful abandon.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): According to my deep and thorough analysis of your astrological rhythms, your mouth will soon be a wonder of nature. The words emerging from your lips will be extra colorful, precise, and persuasive. Your taste buds will have an enhanced vividness as they commune with the joys of food and drink. And I suspect your tongue and lips will exult in an upgrade of aptitude and pleasure while plying the arts of sex and intimate love. Congratulations, Mouthy Maestro!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In addition to being a masterful composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) played the piano, violin, harp, bassoon, clarinet, horn, flute, oboe, and trumpet. His experience led him to believe that musicians best express their skills when they play fast. It’s more challenging to be excellent when playing slowly, he thought. But I will invite you to adopt the

reverse attitude and approach in the coming weeks, Libra. According to my astrological analysis, you will be most successful if you work gradually and incrementally, with careful diligence and measured craftiness.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In my horoscopes for Scorpios, I tend to write complex messages. My ideas are especially thick and rich and lush. Why? Because I imagine you as being complex, thick, rich, and lush. Your destiny is labyrinthine and mysterious and intriguing, and I aspire to reflect its intricate, tricky beauty. But this time, in accordance with current astrological omens, I will offer you my simplest, most straightforward oracle ever. I borrowed it from author Mary Anne Hershey: “Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Play with abandon. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In her poem “Requiem,” Anna Akhmatova says, “I must kill off memory . . . and I must learn to live anew.” I think most of us can benefit from periodically engaging in this brave and robust exercise. It’s not a feat to be taken lightly—not to be done more than once or twice a year. But guess what: The coming weeks will be a time when such a ritual might be wise for you. Are you ready to purge old business and prepare the way for a fresh start? Here are your words of power: forgiveness, clearing, cleaning, release, absolution, liberation.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): We need stories almost as much as we need to breathe, eat, sleep, and move. It’s impossible to live without them. The best stories nourish our souls, stimulate our imagination, and make life exciting. That’s not to say that all stories are healthy for us. We sometimes cling to narratives that make us miserable and sap our energy. I think we have a sacred duty to deemphasize and even jettison those stories—even as we honor and relish the rich stories that empower and inspire us. I bring these thoughts to your attention, Capricorn, because you’re in a phase of your cycle when you will especially thrive by disposing of the bad old stories and celebrating the good ones.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I could be wrong, but I don’t think so: You are smarter and wiser than you realize about the pressing issues that are now vying for your attention. You know more than you know you know. I suspect this will soon become apparent, as streams of fresh insights rise up from the depths of your psyche and guide your conscious awareness toward clarity. It’s OK to squeal with glee every time a healing intuition shows up. You have earned this welcome phase of lucid certainty.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In Indigenous cultures throughout history, shamans have claimed they have the power to converse with and even temporarily become hawks, coyotes, snakes, and other creatures. Why do they do that? It’s a long story, but one answer is that they believe animals have intelligences that are different from what humans have. The shamans aspire to learn from those alternate ways of seeing and comprehending the world. Many of us who live in Western culture dismiss this venerable practice, although I’ve known animal lovers who sympathize with it. If you are game for a fun experiment, Pisces, I invite you to try your own version. Choose an animal to learn from. Study and commune with it. Ask it to reveal intuitions that surprise and enrich you.

© 2023 Rob Brezsny • freewillastrology.com

TIDES GALLERY IS ON THE MOVE!

Colin Chase

Being part of a small business has been interesting, to say the least, over the past four years; being part of a member-owned art gallery that is that small business, even more so.

Tides Art Gallery in Kentville began from the ashes of Hardware Gallery in November 2019 with seven members. We have had members come and go over the years, but now boast 13 members and have just moved into a new space in Artists’ Alley, 401-D, Main Street in Kentville. That is the alley joining Centre Square to Main St. The alley with the big moose; The one with the amazing mural of the Nova Scotia Carriage Co.

The new space is larger than the previous

space and represents a big step forward for Tides. We plan to host some exciting events in the coming months as well as feature strong artistic creations from the members and guest artists.

If you have not yet visited us, you are cordially invited to our Grand Re-Opening on Friday, November 10th from 5 – 7pm.

Strong, local support is what keeps small, local businesses open and the members of the gallery want to say a sincere, “Thank-you” to the new and repeat folks that visit Tides Gallery!

Photo contributed by Colin Chase

GARDEN OF GENERATIONS: A BLOOMING LEGACY IN WOLFVILLE

Susan Dworkin

My parents relocated to Wolfville from Montreal 29 years ago to share their life with me and their grandchildren. When I purchased our house nearly 30 years ago, the property was surrounded by little more than grass. My mother took on the task of planning and planting the gardens, which have since blossomed into a magnificent work of beauty.

While I taught music during the day, she diligently and gradually cultivated the garden. It was, and still is, her passion and one of the greatest sources of joy in her life. Even at the age of almost 87, she continues to tend to the garden every day, starting as soon as the snow melts. Our gardens not only bring happiness to us but also to our neighbors and the numerous passersby who walk or drive past our lush gardens at the top of Sherwood Drive.

My mother can be found daily, digging, plan ng, and weeding in the garden. People often stop to chat, ask her questions, or express their amazement and admiration for her

garden. Her dedication to horticulture brings her immense joy. When friends (and curious strangers!) visit, she eagerly invites them to accompany her around the garden, discussing the plants, vegetable garden, flower beds, and hundreds of perennials she carefully selected and arranged in aesthetic clusters throughout the property. Irene is generous and willingly shares her ideas.

Irene firmly believes that gardening keeps her young and healthy. She spends her days outdoors, caring for our garden, which has successfully attracted pollinators and birds, becoming a tribute to nature. Her efforts enhance our lives significantly. Irene is constantly planning new projects for the garden and insists that anyone, regardless of age, can create a haven of beauty in their backyard. When I gaze upon the garden, I see my mother reflected in every plant, a testament to a lifetime of achievement.

THE VINTAGE CHAPEL TAKEOVER

Gwendolyn Cooper

It has been a busy season for the Wolfville Wedding Chapel, the local hidden gem, usually known for catering to folk looking for a simplified, stylish and intimate wedding experience. But now, as the weddings wind down and we approach the holiday season, the chapel is set to host The Vintage Chapel Takeover, a unique and exclusive boutique shopping event for lovers of vintage, handcrafted and pre-loved treasures alike. It is an opportunity to take some time to peruse the carefully curated collections in a gorgeous space and perhaps discover something old, yet new to you, or to find a gift for someone special as Christmas pokes its head around the corner. The Chapel Photo Booth will also be running at $5 a pop, so make sure to bring your smiles and cheekiness for a fun and fabulous photoshoot!

BOOKS BY LOCALS

Wendy Elliott

ROAR is out!

Inspired by the Award-Winning Film “Dawn, Her Dad & the Tractor”

The newly released novel, “Roar,” draws its inspiration from the original screenplay of the award-winning feature film “Dawn, Her Dad & the Tractor.” Penned by actor and screenwriter Shelley Thompson of Wolfville, this novel embarks on a compelling journey into the lives of the MacInnes family as they grapple with the loss of Miranda, the family’s matriarch. The story revolves around a young trans woman, Dawn, who returns to her family farm following her mother’s passing.

Dawn’s transition from Donnie, while her mother battled cancer without the rest of the family’s knowledge, sets the stage for a poignant exploration of identity, acceptance, and the enduring bonds of love within a rural Nova Scotia community. As Dawn embarks on her journey home for her mother’s funeral, she knows that she will be meeting her sister and father for the first time as her authentic self.

In the wake of Dawn’s revelation, John Andrew and Tammy, her father and eldest sister, find themselves grappling with the loss of the son and brother they once knew. Surprisingly, Tammy’s fiancé, Byron, becomes an unexpected ally in this transformative family narrative. Dawn’s return home is further complicated by the reactions of her family, the unwelcome attention of local bigots, and the curious whispers of neighbors. She questions whether she can ever truly find a place where she belongs.

“Roar” is a work of fierce allyship, enduring love, and gentle hope, chronicling a family’s journey through grief and estrangement, which ultimately serves as a catalyst for change in their rural community. Told from multiple viewpoints, Shelley Thompson’s debut novel exudes authenticity, drawing from her personal experiences as the mother of a trans child and a dedicated activist for the trans community.

Shelley Thompson’s impressive credentials include training at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, the Canadian Film Centre, Women in the Directors’ Chair, and the Whistler Producer’s Lab. She has received acclaim for her work in film and television, including “The Trailer Park Boys,” with Gemini and ACTRA awards to her name. Her short films have garnered international recognition, and her film “Dawn, Her Dad & the Tractor” premiered in Toronto in 2021 before being showcased at Halifax’s FIN International Film Festival, as well as in Whistler, BC, Amsterdam, and London, UK. The film clinched the 2022 Nova Scotia MasterWorks Award.

As a committed LGBTQ+2SP ally, Shelley Thompson is the proud parent of singer/songwriter T. Thomason. “Roar” stands as her first novel, published by Nimbus in Halifax.

Berwick Book Fair

On October 22, Valley Lodge No. 90 in Berwick played host to a brand-new Book Fair, featuring over 12 authors from the local area and as far away as Yarmouth and Halifax. The event, organized by science fiction enthusiast Peter Foote, showcased a diverse array of literary talents.

Peter Foote, initially a short story writer, has expanded his literary repertoire with three linked novels: “Eclipsing the Aurora,” “Cosmic Whirlpool,” and “Dead Moon Rising.”

Among the notable authors at the fair was D.J. Wiseman, acclaimed for works such as “A Habit of Dying,” “The Subtle Thief of Youth,” and “Casa Rosa.” Bill Curry, a Kings County native and professional photographer, presented his book “Tight Lines: Tales of a Flyfishing Life,” focusing on fishing and the environment.

Additionally, the fair featured the participation of David Mossman and Marie, residents of Wolfville. David Mossman, a geologist by profession, is the author of “Oceans of Rum: The Nova Scotia Banana Fleet in Rum-Runner Heaven” and the recent “Rum Tales,” among other works. Marie, on the other hand, authored “A Rebel for Her Time,” a novel published by Moose House Books that revolves around the life of Della from East Cove, who serves as a schoolmarm, accidental midwife, and battlefield nurse.

Keeping the Faith: Essays in Memory of Roger H. Prentice

A new collection of essays has been compiled in memory of Roger H. Prentice (1943-2022). A Dalhousie University graduate, he also graduated from Acadia University and then served as a pastor. In 1985, Prentice became dean of the Manning Memorial Chapel and served as University Chaplain at Acadia until he retired in 2007. Throughout his ministry, Prentice had a unique way of combining preaching, leading worship, and pastoral counseling together with involvement in his local community. Included are essays on Baptist theology and identity, spirituality, chaplaincy and ministry, worship and the arts, and engagement with the wider world.

Featured vendors include Thrifted Folk with an array of quality vintage homewares and handmade goods. Giver Again, traveling from Halifax, will be here to share her retro and vintage clothing, accessories and an amazing spread of coloured glass. Forged Coast Goldsmith - a favourite at the Wolfville Farmers Market, will be showcasing her locally handcrafted future heirlooms and Gemini’s Closet, with an eye for style, will be offering second hand threads, jewelry and other treasures. Little will also be making her market debut, specializing in beautifully handcrafted earrings and macrame. With plenty more to see, join us on Sunday, December 3rd from 11am4pm at the Wolfville Wedding Chapel, Suite 18, 360 Main Street.

Photo Courtesy of Nimbus Publishing: Image of Shelley Thompson.

Photo contributed by Susan Dworkin: Image of Irene Dworkin

NEWS WORTH SHARING FROM HOUSE

OF ASSEMBLY

Premier Tim Houston

Fall is a busy time of year for Nova Scotians. For the government, it means heading back to the House of Assembly.

I’m guessing most people aren’t following the daily business at the Legislature. I get it. Watching bills become law is not exactly riveting television. But there are exciting things happening in this session that are worth sharing.

It’s no secret Nova Scotia is experiencing a housing shortage. We’re addressing this issue head-on. We have invested close to $300 million in housing and affordability. That includes 222 new public housing units and many more affordable units across the province, 3,000 new rent supplements to help people pay their rent, shelters for people experiencing homelessness and more money for the Senior’s Care Grant.

But building takes time. In the meantime, houses and apartments that could be longterm homes are being rented out short-term. So we’re making changes to short-term rentals like Airbnbs, including higher registration fees based on community size, that will help make more long-term housing available.

In Halifax Regional Municipality, where the housing shortage is most severe, we’re taking bold action to get more housing built faster. Changes to the HRM Charter will speed up approvals and reduce barriers to building housing.

We remain focused on healthcare. We’re cementing our commitment to universal mental health and addictions care for all Nova Scotians with changes to the Health Services

and Insurance Act. This bill brings us one step closer to all Nova Scotians – not just those who can afford it – being able to access mental health and addictions care.

We’re also holding opioid companies accountable for deceptive practices that have led to opioid-related injuries or illnesses with new legislation this session.

Every day, first responders place themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe. That’s why we’re making May 1 First Responders’ Day in Nova Scotia. These heroes deserve recognition for the essential role they play in the safety of our communities.

This session is also a historic one. Karla MacFarlane, MLA for Pictou West, was elected the first female Speaker of the House of Assembly. Twila Grosse, recently elected MLA for Preston, took her seat as the first female African Nova Scotian cabinet minister. It took far too long to get here but my government is proud to see these remarkable women breaking down barriers and making history.

Your government is honoured to be in the House of Assembly representing Nova Scotians. We will continue to work year-round on your behalf.

Tim Houston

Premier

of Nova Scotia

THE LITTLE TOWN CHOIR STRIKES A CHORD: JOIN THE MUSICAL HARMONY!

Susan Dworkin

Calling all music enthusiasts! Have you ever dreamed of singing with others, embracing the joy of music, and sharing your talent with the community? Well, dream no more! Starting from January 16th, 2024, Susan Dworkin, a seasoned music educator, soprano, and choir director, will be leading “The Little Town Choir,” a vibrant community choir open to all in Wolfville.

Under Susan’s expert guidance, choir members will embark on a musical journey, exploring a diverse repertoire from various cultures and languages, including English, German, Italian, French, Latin, and Hebrew. From folk tunes to contemporary hits, jazz to classical melodies, this recreational choir promises a musical adventure for everyone. Don’t worry if you’re a beginner – no prior experience is

necessary. Music scores are provided, and Susan’s teaching style encourages personal growth and development, boosting singers’ confidence and self-esteem within a supportive choral environment.

Choir members will meet every Tuesday evening from 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm, starting on January 16, 2024, until April 28, 2024, at the Legion Hall in Wolfville. The session fee is $150 per person, and registration is now open. To become a part of this harmonious community, contact Susan at 902-300-1001 or email susanlisadworkin@gmail.com. Let your voice be heard and join “The Little Town Choir” for an unforgettable musical experience!

10 WAYS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES The Grapevine

Supporting local businesses is essential for the growth and sustainability of your community. Here are ten ways you can support local businesses:

1. Shop locally: Make a conscious effort to shop at local stores rather than big chain retailers. Look for businesses that are independently owned and operated.

2. Dine at local restaurants: Enjoy meals at locally-owned restaurants, cafes, and food trucks. Many local eateries offer unique and delicious dishes.

3. Buy local products: Seek out locally-produced goods such as fruits, vegetables, crafts, and artisanal products at farmers’ markets or craft fairs.

4. Frequent local events: Attend local events, fairs, and festivals that showcase local artists, musicians, and vendors. Your participation can boost their sales and exposure.

5. Leave positive reviews: Write positive reviews for your favorite local businesses on review websites, social media, or word of mouth. Good reviews can attract more customers.

6. Refer friends and family: Encourage friends and family to support local businesses by recommending their products or services.

7. Engage on social media: Follow, like, and share posts from local businesses on social media. Your online engagement can help increase their visibility.

8. Participate in loyalty programs: Join loyalty programs or subscribe to newsletters offered by local businesses. You may receive discounts, exclusive offers, and stay updated on their promotions.

9. Collaborate with local businesses: If you run a business, consider collaborating with local suppliers or service providers. This mutually beneficial relationship can strengthen the local economy.

10. Volunteer or donate: Offer your time or resources to support local initiatives or community projects. Many local businesses actively contribute to community development, and your support can make a difference.

By actively engaging with your local business community, you can contribute to its growth and prosperity, creating a vibrant and thriving place to live.

THESE HANDS – A SOLO PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION BY COLIN CHASE

Beginning October 27th, and running until November 24 th , Kentville based photographer Colin Chase will feature a very intimate selection of black and white photographs of family and friends called These Hands. As a photographer, he has always been intrigued with what a person’s hands tell about that person.

From his Artist’s Statement for the show, he writes:

“Hands are the physical tools of the imagination. They can make our creative thoughts come to life in a physical form. They bring us tactile information from the world around us and let us connect with things most precious. This photographic journey explores many hands of friends and family and is just the beginning…”

The show consists of a series of photographs where the person’s hands are paired with their portrait. The show represents over twenty people, many local to this area, doing their jobs, enjoying their hobbies, celebrating personal milestones, or just being with the ones they love. It is a reimagining of a well-received show presented over the summer at ViewPoint Gallery in Bedford.

Chase will present an Artist’s talk about the photographs on November 16, 7-8:00pm at Tides Art Gallery, 401-D Main Street, Kentville. The ‘official’ show opening will coincide with the Grand Re-Opening of the Gallery in their new space, October 10th, 5-7:00pm.

MUSIC IN COMMUNITIES NEWS

Kim Barlow

We’ve been thrilled to host amazing shows at the Annex in downtown Canning, and the word is spreading fast about this fantastic live music venue! The acoustics are exquisite, and now, some of our shows feature a bar, creating a perfect ambiance for music enthusiasts. A heartfelt thank you to Schoolhouse Brewery for their sponsorship and to the Ross Creek Centre for the Arts for sharing this wonderful space.

We have an exciting lineup of diverse sounds and events planned, and we hope you’ll trust that the music we bring, though unfamiliar, is always top-notch. We’re dedicated to creating enjoyable experiences for both adults and youth, offering all-ages and family-friendly events. Our upcoming lunch matinee on January 28, featuring Dayna Manning, is a perfect example. These daytime shows are designed to make exceptional performers more accessible to families. We understand that finding a babysitter can be both costly and challenging, and sometimes it’s just simpler to stay home in the evening. So, why not join us for lunch and music in the afternoon? We’ll even provide childcare and engaging activities for restless kids downstairs at the Annex while you savor the music upstairs. Canning is conveniently located, and we’re actively working on establishing ride-share connections. This initiative aims to assist students and youth in attending events while collectively reducing our carbon footprint. If you need a ride, please don’t hesitate to contact us or check our Facebook events page. We’ll do our best to arrange transportation for you.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s happening at the Annex, 2182 Sheffield Road, Canning:

- Tuesdays: After-school Guitar and Ukulele Sessions (2:30 PM - 5:00 PM)

- Thursdays: Jam Session (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, everyone is welcome)

- Saturday, November 4: Norma MacDonald and Sherry Ryan (7:00 PM, $15 / PWYC, licensed show, ages 19+)

-Wednesday, November 22: Patrick LePoidevin and Zachary Lucky (7:00 PM, $15 / PWYC, licensed show, ages 19+)

- Friday, November 24: Freya Milliken EP Release (7:00 PM, $15 / $10 / free under 10)

- Friday, December 15: Youth Open Mic - the first of our 18 and under events, featuring an open mic, board games, crafts, and a chance for friends to gather in a safe and supportive space.

- Sunday, January 28: Lunch Matinee with Dayna Manning (12:00 PM, moved from November 19)

Additionally, we have an exciting event coming up with Terra Spencer and Freya Milliken on October 29 in West Brooklyn. It’s a fourhour sound-walk and songwriting experience, organized through foodartnature.ca. This event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and share creative ideas with two exceptional local songwriters. Visit our website and the FAN site for more details.

For more information and ticket links, please visit www.musicincommunities.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook @musicincommunities. You can also reach out to us via email at info@musicincommunities.com.

We can’t wait to share the magic of great music with you soon!

Each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9; each column must contain the numbers 1 to 9; and each set of 3 by 3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 to 9.

(Answer appears elsewhere in this issue)

Answers to Sudoku and Crossword can be found on page 14

WHAT’S UP FOR NATURE THIS MONTH?

Blomidon Naturalists Society

Join us for our November 4th Field Trip, Getting Ready for Winter: how our local plants and animals adapt to our changing seasons.

Meet at the Millennium trail head in Wolfville on Saturday Nov. 4 th at 2pm. Rain date Nov. 5th

AGM & Nature Talk—Canadian Sea Turtle Network- history and future, Tuesday, Nov. 21, 7:30-9 pm, Kathleen Martin from the Canadian Sea Turtle Network will be giving their presentation at the Wolfville Lions Club and on Zoom. The AGM begins at 7:30pm with presentation to follow.

Details & registration for above events at: blomidonnaturalists.ca

Programs for Children (registration at: flyingsquirreladventures.ca)

Duke of Edinburgh Youth Leadership Program (13-16 yrs)

Join the Blomidon Naturalists e-news, and follow us on social media to learn about upcoming opportunities. Events are open to all and free unless noted.

WHO KNEW? OR HOW MY HORSE AND I UNWITTINGLY HELPED GET OUR CANADIAN HATE LAWS IMPROVED.

Garry Leeson

On the morning of June 19,1966, in the company of a dozen- or- so other members of our mounted unit I rode my horse into Allen Gardens in Toronto. We were there to put ourselves between the two groups: a neo-Nazi named John Beattie, who had come to speak, accompanied by his gang of brown shirts and the hordes of protesters that came to confront him. All hell broke loose the moment he started to speak. Young men from Israeli-backed organizations attempted to breach the lines of cops on the ground to get at the Nazis. Scores of older Jewish men and women began keening, screaming and exposing their concentration camp tattoos. There was chaos everywhere and individual fights started at different locations away from the main confrontation.

We, the Mounted Unit, were ordered to break ranks, spur our mounts off to deal with these isolated situations. As usual, it didn’t take long to quell the trouble once the horses appeared. There were a few arrests and until recently, I had stored that troubled day in my “Been there done that” file. I didn’t realize it at the time, but I have recently discovered, to my pleasure, that on that day in the park, my horse and I were a small part of an elaborate plot hatched by The Canadian Jewish Congress (CJC) to draw attention to the need

for stricter hate laws. That’s right: groups who were opposed to the Nazis had actually encouraged the event. They wanted to bring the issue of hate crimes to the forefront because it was being debated in Parliament at that time.

It turns out that an ex-cop named John Garrity had been hired as a spy by the CJC to infiltrate the Nazi Party and help John Beattie establish a prominence so that later he could be used as a dupe in their cause. He was a twenty-four -year- old unemployed clerk, a loser, who poised no real threat to anyone.

The meeting in the park was just an elaborate ruse to highlight the need for improvement of the country’s hate legislation. Of course, no one, least of all myself, realized that this wasn’t a real resurgence of Nazism. I give credit to those who devised the ploy because it worked.

Canadians all over the country reaffirmed their stand against the Nazis and all they stood for and the CJC succeeded in getting the legislation they hoped for: Section 319 (1) of the Criminal Code states that hate speech “incites hatred against any identifiable group where such incitement is likely to lead to a breach of the peace” and where the comments are made in a public place.

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* Shaded events take place weekly

Thursday, 2

Textile Monotype Printmaking — Julie Rosvall, Textile Artist & Printmaker, Wolfville 10am–4pm • Bring your fibre scraps for a new artmaking experience.

Beginners welcome. TIX: $125 + HST per person INFO: 902-719-5007

Fun and Fables — Windsor Regional Library, Windsor 10:30–11:30am • Children ages 2-5 accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.

TIX: Free

Farmers Market — Greenwood Mall, Greenwood 12–4pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-847-5311

Irish Set Dancing — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 1–3pm • TIX: $5 per session INFO: 902-679-9267

Caregiver Support Group — Kingston Library, Kingston 2:15–4:15pm

• TIX: Free

NOVEMBER 2 - NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Craft Sale and Ticket Auction — Three Rivers Community Centre, Torbrook Mines 9am–2pm

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-824-3605

Christmas Craft Fair & Yard Sale — Community Centre, Grafton 9am–1pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-538-1203

Christmas Craft Fair — Lions Club, Kingston 10am–4pm

TIX: $1 INFO: 902-765-2128

Christmas Market — Christian Family Centre, Nictaux 10am–2pm •

TIX: Free

Terry Jagger — Private Residence, Waterville 10am–3pm

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-790-3091

Christmas Craft Show — Louis Millett Community Complex, New Minas 10am–3pm • TIX: $2 INFO: 902-300-8006

Fall Craft and Vendor Fair — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 10am–4pm TIX: Donation

MONDAY, 6

Paintings by Mary Anne Brunelle — Jack’s Gallery, Wolfville 8am–10pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-523-1164

Artist Group — Paradise Community Hall, Paradise 10am–12pm • TIX: Donation

Storytime — Annapolis Royal Library, Annapolis Royal 10–11am • TIX: Free

Municipal Council — Municipality of the County of Kings, Coldbrook 6pm TIX: Free INFO: 888-337-2999

Jam Session — Community Center, Port George 7–10pm

• TIX: $2

TUESDAY, 7

Fitness for You — Paradise Community Hall, Paradise 9:30–10:30am • TIX: Donation INFO: 902-825-9198

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Student Recital — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 1pm • Presented by AUSOM Concert & Lecture Series. TIX: Free Pressed Flower Bookmark — Kingston Library, Kingston 1–2pm • Ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free HealthRHYTHMS Mindful Drum Circle — 7 Arts, Greenwood 1:30–2:30pm • Registration required. TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-7278

Introductory Presentation, Altered Vision/Altered Sound — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 2–5pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069

Knit Wits — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 3–5pm • Ages 18+, registration required. TIX: Free

Wolfville & Area Newcomers Club Meeting — Lions Club, Wolfville 7–9pm

TIX: Free

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Every Brilliant Thing — Studio-Z, Wolfville 7–8:15pm

• For ages 16+, registration is required.

Sewing Club — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 5–7:30pm

TIX: Free Wood Fired Pizza Community Cookout — Front Street Community Oven, Wolfville 5–7pm • Registration appreciated. TIX: Donation

Book League — Kentville Library, Kentville 6:30–7:30pm • Ages 18+, registration required. TIX: Free

Trivia Night — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 6:30–8pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Merchandise & Cash Bingo — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 6:30–10pm • West Brooklyn Hall Merchandise & Cash Bingo. Thursdays, 6:30pm-10 pm 410 W. Brooklyn Mountain Rd. Details: 902-385-5426 TIX: Free INFO: 902-385-5426

Trivia Night — Oaken Barrel Pub, Greenwood 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-8933

Night of Adventure — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9:30pm

• TIX: $15 Students + Kids = Free

A Night of Remembering All Souls — Avon United Church, Hantsport 7–8:30pm • A night of music, poetry, candlelight and prayer to honour our grief and remember loved ones who have passed on. TIX: Free

INFO: 902-684-0211

Jam Session — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7–9pm • TIX: Suggested Donation: $2 Crepe Paper Sunflower — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7–8pm • Ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free

FRIDAY, 3

Babies and Books — Kingston Library, Kingston 10–11am • Babies and their caregivers, ages 0-18 months. TIX: Free Fibre Ops — Windsor Regional Library, Windsor 10am–12pm • All skill levels welcome, 18+. TIX: Free Multi-layered Monotype Printmaking — Julie Rosvall, Textile Artist & Printmaker, Wolfville 10am–4pm • A fun day of learning how to create vibrant prints through this experimental Monotype printing technique on paper.

TIX: $125 INFO: 902-719-5007

Fall Story Time — Isaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library, Digby 10:30–11am • Children aged five and younger and their caregivers. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-2163

Pressed Flower Bookmark — Annapolis Royal Library, Annapolis Royal 12–1pm • Ages 16+, registration required. TIX: Free

Art Show and Sale — Lions Club, Wolfville 3–5pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-4448

LEGO Club — Kingston Library, Kingston 3:30–4:30pm • Ages 7-12, registration required. TIX: Free

The Swell Brothers — Spurr Brothers Farm Market, Wilmot 6–8pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-825-9286

Pressed Flower Bookmark — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 6–7pm • Ages 16+, registration is required.

TIX: Free

Voice and Piano Recital | Marie Engle and Mary Castello — Harvey Denton Hall, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: Suggested

Donation: $25, $10 (Students/Underwaged) INFO: 514-261-3656

Guy Paul Thibault — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Patrick Wardell — Saltbox Brewery, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-7427

Off the Chain — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7pm • TIX: $40 INFO: 902-678-3502

The Creator — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:45pm TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95 INFO: 902-532-7704

Troy After Dark — Troy Restaurant & Grill, Wolfville 8–10pm • TIX: $5

SATURDAY, 4

Breakfast — Belmont Community Hall, Newport 7:30–10am • TIX: Freewill INFO: 902-790-3902

Public Breakfast — Lions Club, Berwick 8–10am

TIX: $10/Plate, $5/Children INFO: 902-844-1440

Jack Risk Qigong Training — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 9am–12pm •

TIX: $200, Scholarships Available INFO: 204-298-8586

Christmas Craft Sale — Civic Centre, Brooklyn 9am–1pm

TIX: $2 INFO: 902-757-3777

Art Show and Sale — Lions Club, Wolfville 9am–3pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-4448

Fall Bazaar — Curling Club, Digby 10am–4pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-8147

Craft Fair — Berwick & District School, Berwick 10am–3pm

• TIX: $2

Christmas In The Country — 1582 Black Rock Rd, Waterville 10am–3pm

• TIX: Free

Photos from the Thai/Burma Border — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 11am–2pm

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069

Altered Vision/Altered Sound - Susan Tooke w.Dillon Tonkin — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 11am–2pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069

Makers Space — 7 Arts, Greenwood 12–4pm • Registration required. TIX: $5/Project & Take and Make Kit INFO: 902-765-7278

Book signing with Vernon Oickle — Coles, New Minas 12:30–2:30pm • TIX: Free

Podcast and Reading: Shelley Thompson’s Novel ROAR — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 1–3pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-872-1320

Crepe Paper Sunflower — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 1–2pm • Ages 16+, registration required. TIX: Free

A Bug’s Life — The Mermaid, Windsor 2–3:30pm • TIX: $14 INFO: 902-798-5841

Carter Lake — The Library Pub, Wolfville 2–5pm • Weekly music by Carter TIX: Free

Readers & Co. — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2–3pm

TIX: Free Homegrown Harvest Jamboree — Community Hall, Avondale, NS 4:20–11:59pm

TIX: $15

Ham & Scalloped Potato Supper — Jolly Workers Hall, Black Rock 4:30–6:30pm

TIX: Adults: $15, Children: $5

Pulled Pork Supper — Pereaux Baptist Church, Pereau 4:30–6:30pm

TIX: $16 INFO: 902-670-2592

Family Movie Night — Christian Fellowship Centre, Wilmot 6:30–8:30pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-300-7712

Comedy Night — Waterville and District Fire Department, Cambridge 7–10pm • TIX: Advanced: $20, At the Door:

$25 INFO: 902-678-5760

Off the Chain — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7pm

TIX: $40 INFO: 902-678-3502

Norma MacDonald & Sherry Ryan — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7:30pm

TIX: $15

Waits meets Mitchell & Cohen — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–9:30pm

TIX: $30 INFO: 416-919-4837

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

TIX: Adults: $30, youth: $15 INFO: 902-532-7704

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

Dance: Lady Rogue — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • TIX: Members: $9, Non-Members: $10

Art & Gift Sale — Fire Hall, Greenwich 9–4pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-847-0909

SUNDAY, 5

Christmas Craft Fair — Lions Club, Kingston 10am–4pm •

TIX: $1 INFO: 902-765-2128

Community Meditation Group — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 10:30am–12pm

• Learn to explore your experiences. Sitting and walking meditation, readings, and discussion (tea, cookies). All are welcome. TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-7993

Donna Holmes — Kings Arms Commons, Wolfville 12–3pm

• TIX: Free

Exploring Food & Wine Pairings — Planters Ridge Winery & Vineyard, Port Williams 1–2:30pm

• TIX: $60 INFO: 902-542-2711

Mandala Stone Painting Workshop — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 1–4pm

• All supplies provided. TIX: Adults: $20, Seniors & Youth: $15 INFO: 902-308-0473

Cadet Graveside Service — Elm Grove Cemetery, Steam Mill 2pm

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TIX: Free

Long Winter Nights — The Bread Gallery, Brooklyn 2–4pm

• TIX: Free

Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3–4:30pm

• TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95

INFO: 902-532-7704

Relax I’m From the Future — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm & 7–9pm

• TIX: $12

Family Storytime — Kingston Library, Kingston 10:30–11:30am • For children of any age, accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required. TIX: Free Yoga Classes — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 11am–12pm

• TIX: $5 INFO: 902-308-0473

Art Group — New Horizons Club, Kentville 1–4pm TIX: $10

HealthRHYTHMS Mindful Drum Circle — 7 Arts, Greenwood 1:30–2:30pm • Registration required. TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-7278

Painternoon: Poppies — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 2–4pm • All supplies included. TIX: Free

Learn to Sew — Kingston Library, Kingston 2–4:30pm • Ages 18+, registration is required. TIX: Free Chess Club — Kentville Library, Kentville 4–5:30pm • Open to all ages and skill levels. TIX: Free Youth Art Lesson — 7 Arts, Greenwood 4:30–5:30pm • Registration required. TIX: $25/Class, $80/4 Classes

INFO: 902-765-7278

Teen Art Lessons — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm • Teens ages 13-1. New artistic project each week, register via email TIX: $25/Class. $80/4 Classes INFO: 902-765-7278

Tree Slice Ornament — Kingston Library, Kingston 6–7pm

• Ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free Knitting Nook — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 6:30–8pm • Ages 18+, registration required. TIX: Free

Writers’ Circle — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 6:30–8pm • TIX: Free

Song Circle Open Mic — VCLA Community Hub, Kentville 6:30–8:30pm • TIX: Free

Dementia Caregivers Support Group — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 10:15–11:30pm • TIX: Free INFO: 800-611-6345

WEDNESDAY, 8

Yoga with Carol — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 8:30–9:30am TIX: $120/10 Class Passes, $15/Drop-In INFO: 902-582-3842

Talk, Sing, Read! Storytime — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 9:45–10:15am • Ages 0-5. TIX: Free Storytime — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 10–10:30am • Ages 3-5 accompanied by parent/caregiver. TIX: Free

Authors’ Ink — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 10am–12pm • Registration is required. TIX: Free

Coffee Klatch — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 10:30–11:30am • TIX: Free

Parent and Child Music Group — Kentville Library, Kentville 10:30–11:30am • Registration is required. TIX: Free

Babies and Books — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 11:30am–12pm • Babies 0-2 and their caregivers can join us! TIX: Free

Well-Come Wednesdays! — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 12–2pm • Hot lunch, chair exercise, music with Sarah Pound. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-385-5426

Kentville Farmers Market — Recreation Centre, Kentville 12:30–4pm • TIX: Free

Hands-On Tablet Training — Isaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library, Digby 1–3pm • How to use your tablet or smartphon. TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-2163

Fibre Craft — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 1–3pm • TIX: Free

Tree Slice Ornament — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 1–2pm • Ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free

Sewing Club — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 5–7:30pm • Ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free

Open Mic — T.A.N. Coffee, Wolfville 6–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-698-1660

Dave Whitman - What to Read Wednesday — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 7–9pm

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-825-6116

Behind the Bhangra Boys/In the Quiet at the Dark — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • TIX: $12

Fibre Crafters — 7 Arts, Greenwood 7–8pm • Female identifying, for ages 25+ for chat & crafting. Register via email. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-765-7278

The Eight Mountains — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–10pm

• TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95 INFO: 902-532-7704

THURSDAY, 9

Fitness for You — Paradise Community Hall, Paradise 9:30–10:30 am

• TIX: Donation INFO: 902-825-9198 9267

• TIX: Adult: $25, Student/Under-Waged: $20 INFO: 902-680-8786

Robin: The Ultimate Robin Williams Tribute Experience — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm • TIX: $55 INFO: 902-532-7704

FRIDAY, 10

Art & Nature Days — Hennigar’s Farm Market, Greenwich 8:30am–5pm • Nature-inspired creativity for children 5-11. TIX: One Child: $58, Two Children: $99

Tree Slice Ornament — Annapolis Royal Library, Annapolis Royal 12–1pm • Ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free

Seniors Fun Afternoon — Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston 1–3:30pm • TIX: $2 INFO: 902-765-4228

‘Crafter’ Noons for Adults — Isaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library, Digby 2–4pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-245-2163

Grand Re-Opening — Tides Contemporary Art Gallery, Kentville 5–7pm • Join us in celebrating the move to our new, larger location in Artists’ Alley, 401-D Main Street, Kentville TIX: Free INFO: 902-385-7388

Diwali in the Valley — Lions Club, Wolfville 6–10:30pm • Enjoy the cultural diaspora with prizes to be won and a display of fireworks. TIX: $10 INFO: 905-781-7113

Ashlin Warner & Magic Carpet Variety Show — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm •

TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Every Brilliant Thing — Studio-Z, Wolfville 7–8:15pm

• TIX: Adult: $25, Student/Under-Waged: $20 INFO: 902-680-8786

Stick & Bow — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm • TIX: Adult: $30, Youth: Free INFO: 902-532-7704

Comedy Night: Pardis Parker! — Smokehouse Nano Brewery, Berwick 8–9:30pm • TIX: $20 INFO: 902-690-5243

SATURDAY, 11

Breakfast — Masonic Hall, Berwick 7:30am–10:30pm • TIX: Adults: $10, Children: $5 INFO: 902-538-5888

Remembrance Day Ceremony — Convocation Hall, Wolfville 10:30am–12pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-5869

Remembrance Day Ceremony — Cenotaph, Kentville 10:45am • TIX: Free

Remembrance Day Ceremony — Post Office, Wolfville 10:45am–12pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-5869

45’s Card Tournament — Belmont Community Hall, Newport 1–4pm • Bring a partner! INFO: 902-790-0507

Remembrance Day Banquet — Community Hall, White Rock 1–8pm • TIX: $25 INFO: 902-542-5869

Remembrance Day Turkey Dinner — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 6pm • TIX: $20

Aurora Scott — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • TIX: $25, Youth: Free

Braden Lam — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–10:30pm TIX: Prices Vary INFO: 902-825-6834

Dance: Slightly Slanted — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • TIX: Members: $9, NonMembers: $10

SUNDAY, 12

Winters Coming Craft Show — Lions Club, Coldbrook 10am–3pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-385-2422

Open Mic hosted by Dennis Jones — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 1–4pm • TIX: Admission is by donation. Will Cooper Art Gallery Open Day — Will Cooper Art, Port Williams 1–4pm • Visitors get a free card, hot apple cider and 20% off all in-stock prints & cards. TIX: Free INFO: 902-599-3509

Kirtan — Our Celtic Hearth, Grand Pré 2pm • Kirtan for Diwali! Join us for this joyous practice of singing from the heart! Singing, chai, snacks, and henna! TIX: $20

Garden Room Marimba and Cello — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 2–3pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-6125

Sofa Sundays with Mia Kelly + Nick Loyer — Avon River Heritage Museum, Newport Landing 3–5pm • TIX: $10 or PWYC INFO: 902-757-1718

Mon Crime — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm & 7–9pm

• TIX: $12

Linda & The Awakening — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 8–10pm • TIX: $15 INFO: 902-542-2337

MONDAY, 13

Hooked Rug Christmas Ornament — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–9pm • Limited seats, register via email. TIX: $20 INFO: 902-765-7278

TUESDAY, 14

Friendly Heckler Podcast Live! W/ Rebecca Fairless — The Union Street, Berwick 7pm • TIX: $20

WEDNESDAY, 15

Family Program / Story Time Art — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 10–11am • For children aged 3-5 with a caretaker. Join early childhood educator Judy Lind for an hour of story time and art making. TIX: $10/Child INFO: 902-532-7069

Paradise Village Quilters — Paradise Community Hall, Paradise 1:30–3pm • TIX: Donation

PeopleWorx Presents: One-on-One Employment Services — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 1:30–3:30pm • Come to the library in Berwick for support with: resumes, cover letters, job searches, and more!

TIX: Free Crokinole Tournament — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 7–10pm • All ages and skill levels welcome. Free to come try from 6-7pm! TIX: $10

Joan Baez I Am the Noise — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • TIX: $12

Past Lives — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm • TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95 INFO: 902-532-7704

THURSDAY, 16

Suzuki’s Methodology & Principles — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 1pm • Presented by AUSOM. TIX: Free Sewing Club — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 5–7:30pm • For ages 16+, registration is required. TIX: Free

Chess Blitz Tournament — Maritime Express Cider Co., Kentville 5:30–8pm

TIX: $5

Kentville Historical Society Mtg. — Main Street Station, Kentville 7–8:30pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-8202

Artist Talk - Photographer Colin Chase — Tides Contemporary Art Gallery, Kentville 7–8pm • Join photographer Colin Chase as he presents his latest black and white solo exhibition, “These Hands”. TIX: Free INFO: 902-385-7388

FRIDAY, 17

Acadia Christmas Craft Expo — Andrew H. McCain Arena, Wolfville 12–8pm

TIX: Adults: $7, Student/Senior: $6, Children: Free INFO: 902-679-7177

Acadia Lunchtime Learning — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 12:30–1:30pm • Howard Williams: The Hidden Life of Rocks Geological processes hidden from view are more significant than surface processes. TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-8604

Crafty Connections: Needle Book — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 1:30–3pm • Ages 18+, registration required. TIX: Free Hamlet from Bristol Old Vic Live — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 6:30pm • Preshow lecture with Anthony Harding at 6:30. TIX: $17

NOVEMBER 2 - NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Craft Time for Adults: Needle Book — Annapolis Royal Library, Annapolis Royal 11am–12pm • Ages 18+, registration required. TIX: Free

Storybook Theatre: Snow & Tell — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 11am & 2pm • TIX: $5 and a food bank donation INFO: 902-679-8040

Book Signing with Christine Faour — Coles, New Minas 12:30–2:30pm

• TIX: Free

Holly Tea and Sale — Wolfville Baptist Church, Wolfville 1–4pm

• TIX: Donation

Tree Slice Ornament — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 1–2pm • Ages 16+, registration is required.

TIX: Free

Geocaching Film Festival — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 2–3:30pm

• TIX: Suggested Donation: $7

Community Drum Circle — 7 Arts, Greenwood 3–4pm • Register via email. TIX: Donation INFO: 902-765-7278

Music Variety Show — War Memorial Community Centre, Windsor 6:30–9pm

• Entertainment Lucas Whitehead

Jasmine Kothlow Chuck Porter and Erica Ashdown Skits by Scouting youth Measha and Stephen Lee. TIX: $15

INFO: 902-791-5129

Sisters on Screen Film Festival — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–10pm

• TIX: Donation

Jason Benoit and Mallory Johnson — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm

• TIX: Adults: $30, Youth:

$5 INFO: 902-532-7704

Steve Poltz & Danny Michel — Convocation Hall, Wolfville 7:30–10pm

• TIX: Adults: $40, Student & Youth: $20

INFO: 902-542-5500

SpeakEasy: Lisa Richard Band — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm

• TIX: $20 INFO: 902-385-5426

K-Town Comedy Presents: Pardis Parker! — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 8–9:30pm • TIX: $25 INFO: 902-690-5243

Dance: The Crossover Band — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • TIX: Members: $9, NonMembers: $10

SUNDAY, 19

Christmas Craft Fair — Somerset & District Elementary School, Berwick 10am–2pm TIX: Adults: $5, Students: $3, Children: Free INFO: 902-538-4670

Acadia Christmas Craft Expo — Andrew H. McCain Arena, Wolfville 10am–4pm • TIX: Adults: $7, Student/Senior: $6, Children: Free INFO: 902-679-7177

Holiday Market at Meander — Meander River Farm, Newport 11am–3pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-757-3484

Pottery Sale — Heritage Hall, Coldbrook 1–4pm

TIX: Free INFO: 902-698-2705

Moisture Bar Workshop — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 1–3pm • TIX: $15 INFO: 902-308-0473

Fleabag - Stage to Screen — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3–4:30pm

TIX: Adults: $15.95, Youth INFO: 902-532-7704

Anatomy of a Fall — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm & 7–9pm • TIX: $12

The Fabulously Rich — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 8–10pm • TIX: $25 INFO: 902-542-2337

MONDAY, 20

FRIDAY, 24

Acadia Lunchtime Learning — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 12:30–1:30pm • Paul Illsley: Exploring Iceland A 5-week, 7800 km journey around Iceland, home to stunning glaciers, volcanoes + waterfalls. TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-8604

Seniors Fun Afternoon — Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston 1–3:30pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-765-4228

Introduction to Calligraphy: Ancient Celtic Lettering — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 1:30–4pm • Ages 18+, registration is required. TIX: Free TakeOut Supper — Lions Club, Wolfville 4:30–6pm • TIX:

Adults: $15, Children: $8 INFO: 902-542-4508

Girl Power — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 6–8pm • For girls 10-15, registration required. TIX: Free Girl Power — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 6:30–8:30pm • For girls ages 9-14, registration required. TIX: Free

Freya Milliken EP Release — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7–9pm • TIX: Adults: $15, Children: $10

Terry Jagger — Schoolhouse Brewery, Windsor 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-790-3091

Gingerbread House Competition — O’Dell House Museum, Annapolis Royal 7–7:30pm • Houses will be displayed November 24th to December 2nd, entry forms available on our site. TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7754

Joe H Henry — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

Every Brilliant Thing — Cedar Centre for Active Heath and Living, Windsor 7–8:15pm

• TIX: Adults: $25, Student/ Under-Waged: $20 INFO: 902-680-8786

Sisters on Screen Film Festival — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 7–10pm • TIX: Donation

Jeremy Dutcher — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 8–10pm

TIX: Adult: $60, Youth: $30 INFO: 902-532-7704

SATURDAY, 25

Christmas Craft Market — Lions Club, Berwick 8am–3pm • TIX: $2 INFO: 902-844-1440

Holiday Market — North Mountain United Tapestry, Harbourville 10am–2pm • TIX: Free

Craft & Vendor Sale — Community Hall, South Berwick 10am–2pm • TIX: Donation INFO: 902-599-1833

7Arts Open House — 7 Arts, Greenwood 12–4pm • Register by email. TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-7278

Crib Tournament — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 1pm

TIX: $20/Team, $2/High-Hand

The Muppet Christmas Carol — The Mermaid, Windsor 2–3:30pm • TIX: $14 INFO: 902-798-5841

Comfort and Joy — St. George & St. Andrew United Church, Annapolis Royal 7–8pm • Led by Joanne Buckmaster, accompanied by Connie Rouse. TIX: Adults: $15, Children: Free INFO: 902-665-4520

Roland Grant Homecoming Concert — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • TIX: Advanced: $25, At the Door: $30

Latin Dance Lesson (Bachata) — YogaLife, Wolfville 7–8:30pm • Everyone welcome, no experience or partner necessary. TIX: $15

Will Cooper Art Gallery Open Day — Will Cooper Art, Port Williams 1–4pm • Will Cooper Art Gallery & Studio

Open Day! Visitors get a free card, hot apple cider and 20% off all in-stock prints & cards. TIX: Free INFO: 902-599-3509

Book Club — Windsor Regional Library, Windsor 2–4pm

• Copies available at the library. TIX: Free

The Persian Version — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm & 7–9pm • TIX: $12

Hymn Sing — Baptist Church, Forest Hill 7–8:30pm • Harold Hunt Light Lunch to follow. TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-2601

MONDAY, 27

President’s Panel on Zero Hunger — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 6:30–9:30pm • Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Sustainable Development. TIX: Free INFO: 902-585-1932

TUESDAY, 28

Art Group — New Horizons Club, Kentville 1–4pm • TIX: Year Membership: $10, Per Event: $2

Teen Art Lessons — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm • Ages 13-1, register via email. TIX: $25/Class, $80/4 Classes

INFO: 902-765-7278

Sing with Valley Voices — United Baptist Church, Kentville 7–9:30pm TIX: Free

O Magnum Mysterium - Acadia Singers — Harvey Denton Hall, Wolfville 7:30pm • Presented by the Acadia University Singers, a concert dedicated to the achievement of women throughout time. TIX: Donation

WEDNESDAY, 29

Paradise Village Quilters — Paradise Community Hall, Paradise 1:30–3pm • TIX: Donation

PeopleWorx Presents: One-on-One Employment Services — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 1:30–3:30pm • Come to the library in Berwick for support with: resumes, cover letters, job searches, and more! TIX: Free

The Stones and Brian Jones — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm • TIX: $12

Board Boot Camp: Recruitment — Kings Volunteer Resource Centre, New Minas 7–8:30pm • A session addressing diversity, equity and inclusion in recruitment for voluntary boards. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-385-4950

Driving Madeleine — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9pm • TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95 INFO: 902-532-7704

Global Rhythms (Gamelan & World Drums) — Harvey Denton Hall, Wolfville 7:30pm • AUSOM’s Ken Shorley directs a Gamelan & World Drums Concert of traditional rhythms from West Africa, India, etc. TIX: Free

THURSDAY, 30

Atlantic Buffoon’s Christmas Vacation — Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville 7–9pm • Holiday-themed dinner theatre based on the film National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. TIX: $69 INFO: 902-542-5751

Killers of the Flower Moon — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7–10:30pm •

INFO: 902-532-7704

TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95

Reggie & Eric Rand — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337

SATURDAY,

18

Big Breakfast — Community Hall, Centreville 7–10am

TIX: Adults: $10, Children: $5 INFO: 902-678-3999

BIG Breakfast — Lions Club, Wolfville 8–10am • TIX: Adults: $10, Children: $4 INFO: 902-690-5873

Christmas Craft Sale — Community Hall, Moschelle 9am–2pm • TIX: Free INFO: 902-526-2252

Christmas Craft/Vendor Sale — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 9am–2pm • TIX: Adults: $2, Children: Free

INFO: 902-798-4428

Fall Craft Fair — Fire Hall, Hall’s Harbour 9am–2:30pm •

TIX: $2

Christmas Coffee Party — Lloyd Memorial Hall, Kingsport 10am–12pm • Hosted by St. Thomas Anglican Church.

TIX: Donation

Christmas Craft Sale — Black River and District

Community Hall, Black River 10am–3pm • TIX: Free

INFO: 902-542-3180

Christmas Craft Fair — Somerset & District Elementary School, Berwick 10am–4pm TIX: Adults: $5, Students: $3, Children: Free INFO: 902-538-4670

Christmas Craft Sale — Royal Canadian Legion*, Bridgetown 10am–2pm • TIX: Donation

Soul Hydration — Louis Millett Community Complex, New Minas 10am–4pm • Event dedicated to celebrating Black Wellness through ancestral practices, promoting mental health, nurturing Black Families. TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-5760

Acadia Christmas Craft Expo — Andrew H. McCain Arena, Wolfville 10am–6pm

• TIX: Adults: $7, Student/Senior: $6, Children: Free INFO: 902-679-7177

Crafters and Vendors Sale — Community Centre, Greenwood 10am–2pm • TIX: $2 INFO: 902-599-1833

Watercolour Paint Night — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–8pm • All supplies included, register via email. TIX: $40 INFO: 902-765-7278

tiff Short Films — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7–9pm

• With a follow-up discussion. TIX: Donation INFO: 902-532-7069

TUESDAY, 21

Committee of the Whole — Municipality of the County of Kings, Coldbrook 9am • TIX: Free INFO: 888-337-2999

Classic Seger — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30–9:30pm • TIX: Adults: $50, Youth: $10 INFO: 902-532-7704

Christmas Dance — Community Centre, Port Williams 8–11pm • TIX: $15 INFO: 902-385-9590

SpeakEasy: Jazz Crew — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm • The Jazz Crew featuring Kevin Perkins, Tim Fisk, Matt Murley and Doug Murley. TIX: $15 INFO: 902-385-5426

Every Brilliant Thing — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–9:15pm • TIX: Adults: $25, Student/Under-Waged: $20 INFO: 902-680-8786

• TIX: Free INFO: 902-684-0524

Sing with Valley Voices — United Baptist Church, Kentville 7–9:30pm TIX: Free Who is a Refugee, Now? — Beveridge Arts Centre, Wolfville 7–8pm

WEDNESDAY, 22

Authors’ Ink — Bridgetown & Area Library, Bridgetown 10am–12pm • Registration is required. TIX: Free Dessert Contest and Tea — Waterville and District Fire Department, Cambridge 5:30–9pm

• TIX: Donation INFO: 902-691-0660

Canadian Federation of University Women Meeting — Wu Welcome Centre, Wolfville 7–9pm • Speaker: Susan Surette-Draper: author, artist, proud Acadienne. TIX: Free Sisters on Screen Film Festival — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 7–10pm • TIX: Donation

Beyond Utopia — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm •

TIX: $12

Patrick LePoidevin & Zachary Lucky — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7:30pm

• TIX: $15 or PWYC

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

•

TIX: Adults: $10.95, Youth: $6.95 INFO: 902-532-7704

THURSDAY, 23

Workshop: Altered Vision — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 2–5pm

• TIX: Donation INFO: 902-532-7069

Dance: Route 12 — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • TIX: Members: $9, Non-Members: $10

Dance with One Night Only — Royal Canadian Legion, Annapolis Royal 9pm–12:30am • TIX: $10 INFO: 902-532-5196

Mixed Doubles Darts Tournament — Royal Canadian Legion*, Bridgetown 9:30pm • TIX: $40 INFO: 902-309-1756

Surviving the Holidays — Baptist Church, Hantsport 10–12pm • 2-hour seminar for those who are grieving a loved one at this season of the year. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-306-2662

Christmas Craft Fair — Fire Hall, Kentville 10–2pm •

Landmark East Annual Craft Fair! TIX: Donation INFO: 902-300-0762

SUNDAY, 26

Ticket Auction — Meadowview Community Centre, Kentville 11am–2pm TIX: Envelope prices vary INFO: 902-678-1171

Holiday Market — Benjamin Bridge, Wolfville 12–4pm • TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-3442

Holiday Market — West Hants Sports Complex, Windsor 12:30–4:30pm • TIX: $2/Person, $6/Per Group, Children: Free INFO: 902-579-7652

Knit Wits — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 3–5pm

TIX: Free

• Ages 18+, registration required.

An Evening With Jeremy Dutcher — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–9:30pm

• TIX: $25 INFO: 902-542-5500

Open Mic hosted by Dennis Jones — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 1–4pm • TIX: Donation

COREY ON THE JOB IN NEW MINAS

Ron Lightburn’s art cards are now available at locations throughout the Annapolis Valley: Endless Shores Books in Bridgetown; Halls Harbour Lobster Pound in Halls Harbour; R.D. Chisholm and the Kings County Museum in Kentville; Absolutely Fabulous at Home, Saunders Tartans & Gifts in New Minas; Sea Level Brewing in Port Williams; Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards in Wolfville. thelightburns.com

MARGOT’S HIDDEN GEMS

Margot Bishop

Consider your ‘hidden gems’: Are they people, places, things, or ideas, appreciated or not?

This issue’s theme revolves around small businesses and our truly remarkable entrepreneurs. Being part of a rural community, we are fortunate to have a more intimate connection with the people we interact with compared to those in urban areas. Small businesses are typically much easier to align with than large corporations that may not know or care about you beyond your spending. It’s heartwarming to be recognized and understood by your local taxi driver, pharmacist, librarian, and waitstaff, an experience often rare in cities. The organizers, promoters, supporters, founders, and all other contributors to our local arts and music scene are indeed entrepreneurs in the truest sense of the word. What would our communities be like without dedicated administrative and managerial individuals who take their responsibilities seriously, rather than treating their jobs as just a paycheck? We are exceptionally fortunate to call the beautiful Annapolis Valley our home.

November serves as a transitional month. Daylight is waning, with shorter days as daylight saving time ends. The weather is growing cooler, prompting the lighting of fires (hopefully, you’ve prepared your wood). Gardens have been harvested and cleaned for winter. It’s time to put away your lighter attire and retrieve your sweaters and warmer bedding. The only religious holidays are All Souls Day on the 1st and Diwali (the festival of light in Hindi) on the 12th. On the 11th, the country commemorates all the Armed Forces personnel who sacrificed their lives so that we may enjoy our freedoms. Our country is truly remarkable.

Now, let’s indulge in some lighthearted and amusing notes about a few of the days in

November. On the 3rd, it’s Sandwich Day –my Dad used to make me a grilled tomato and peanut butter sandwich when I worked late. On the 4th, there’s a bowling fundraiser for the Breast Quest Dragon boat team at the lanes in Windsor. You could build a bonfire on the 5th in honor of Guy Fawkes (remember, remember the 5th of November). Forget-menot Day on the 10th is an excellent time to sign up at True North Memory Clinic in New Minas for a free memory test, a fun way to assess your memory. Sadie Hawkins Day on the 13th is a good excuse for a dance. The 16th used to be associated with a game called ‘button, button, who has the button.’ On the 19th, you can play Monopoly or any other board game (the library has a great selection upstairs). The 22nd is a fun day for redheads, as it’s Love Your Freckles Day. My brother always said freckles were a sign of beauty. There’s a day for cashew nut lovers on the 23rd and one for French toast aficionados on the 28th. If you collect pins and needles on the 27th, you could put them in a mason jar on the 30th.

There’s a dedicated day for small businesses in this month, the 25th. So, whether you own, work for, or use small businesses in your community, remember to show your appreciation. Our community is enriched by their presence. Small businesses, not backed by large, impersonal corporations, may not have deep pockets. If we fail to support our local small enterprises, they may fold, and we’ll all be worse off for it. Small businesses and local entrepreneurs are risk-takers with imagination and dreams that resonate intimately with the community. To promote the health and prosperity of our towns and villages, support your community and shop at the local corner market. Small enterprises are the backbone of our society, and they are there for us; let us be there for them.

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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

Community Meditation Group: Learn to explore your experiences. Sitting and walking meditation, readings, and discussion (tea, cookies). All are welcome.

Bishop Hall, Greenwich. Every Sunday 10:30 – 12:00.

INFO: 902-542-7993

Exploring Our Most Authentic Selves: An 8-week yoga nidra meditation course with Heidi Kalyani. Feel deeply rested and restored, and discover how to live in more alignment with yourself, your intentions and your values. Monday evenings beginning October 16th. INFO: connect@heartwideopen.ca

GriefShare: Support Group for those who have lost a loved one. Mondays from 6:30-8:30pm at Hantsport Baptist Church. INFO: 902-684-9265 | 902-684-3563 | shirleybishop@bellaliant.net

Tai Chi Classes: Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:00pm at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Kentville. Come experience the traditional restorative Chinese martial art! INFO: blk.feather.academy@gmail.com

The Little Town Choir: A recreational choir for adults, beginner-intermediate. Fun, instructional. Starts January 16th, Tuesdays, 6:45-8:15pm at Legion Hall. INFO: 902-300-1001 | susanlisadworkin@gmail.com

Voice and Piano Lessons: With professional music educator, Susan Dworkin. Studio in Wolfville. 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

Fundy Interchurch Food Bank: Join us in making a difference and have fun at the same time! Whether you’re interested in volunteering for a day or a couple of hours, we’re grateful for your support. INFO: 902-679-3664 | feednovascotia.ca/location/fundy-interchurch-food-bank

LAILO Farm Sanctuary: Please support your local farm animal rescue by buying tickets to our 50/50 lottery fundraiser: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/lailo. We’re also looking for morning chore volunteers 9am-12pm once/week. INFO: 782-232-6767 | lailofarmsanctuary@gmail.com

PRODUCTS & SERVICES:

Errands by Karen Home Blood Collection: A personalized approach to helping. Karen will collect and deliver your blood to the lab, run your errands, take you shopping, or attend appointments. Fully certified and bondable. All COVID protocols are followed. Please call or email to book an appointment. INFO: 902-790-2626 | errandsbykaren@hotmail.com

Errands by Karen Home Blood Collection: A personalized approach to helping. Karen will collect and deliver your blood to the lab, run your errands, take you shopping, or attend appointments. Fully certified and bondable. All COVID protocols are followed. Please call or email to book an appointment. INFO: 902-790-2626 | errandsbykaren@hotmail.com

Editorial Services: Writing the next great novel, poetry collection, children’s story, or school essay? Working together, we will add zest to your words and clarity to your message. INFO: 519-941-0559 | harryposner2@gmail.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

LET YOUR GUYS HANDLE IT!: Big Jobs. Small jobs. Hard to get to jobs. YOUR GUYS Home Maintenance Solutions also offers a home assessment to make sure you aren’t missing anything. INFO: 902-993-0321| yourguysns@gmail.com

Acupuncture for Mental, Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Well-Being: Traditional Chinese Medicine is for so much more than treating pain! A holistic system empowers the body/mind to heal itself through rebalancing the energy. Commonly treated conditions include anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive issues, menstrual/menopausal imbalances, infertility and more! INFO: 902-404-3374 | janemarshallacupuncture.ca | 112 Front St, Wolfville

Try Feng Shui: For academic success and fulfilled relationships this year. Balance the energy in your space using the ancient Chinese practice. Group rates. FREE 15-minute consults. INFO: hello@fengshuibysuzanne.com

Want to sell your car but don’t want the hassle?: Let me do it for you and get you far more than a dealership would give you for trade-in. INFO: 902-877-9412 | solvolsolutions@gmail.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

Giggle time

You’ve heard of Murphy’s law right?

It says that anything that can go wrong will go wrong.

But have you heard of Cole’s law?

It’s thinly sliced cabbage.

Cuddle up and dine by the warmth of the fireplace as the night fades away in the warm glow of togetherness.