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ARTS CULTURE COMMUNITY April 6 – 20, 2017 Issue No. 14.05 5000 copies

ARTS CULTURE COMMUNITY

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April 20 – May 4, 2017 Issue No. 14.05 5000 copies

SCOTT CAMPBELL IS AIMING TO TRY EVERY BURGER IN THIS VALLEY /P.9 RAY SAVAGE’S 'NO JOB TOO SMALL HANDYMAN SERVICES' SPRING MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST /P.10 THE GRAPEVINE’S OWN ZOE D’AMATO IS MIKE BUTLER’S NEW "WHO’S WHO" /P.10 A NEW COMMUNITY PARK AT WOLFVILLE SCHOOL /P.15

A FREE PAPER FOR THE PEOPLE WHO FIND THEMSELVES IN THE ANNAPOLIS VALLEY April 20 – May 4, 2017 | 1

HOW TO DISPOSE OF HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE

ON THE COVER:

Beautiful colouring of our cover page contest by Alexa Marie Jane Carter, age 9, Wolfville

Lindsay Coulter, David Suzuki's Queen of Green David Suzuki Foundation davidsuzuki.org/what-you-can-do/queen-of-green Stop hoarding household hazardous waste!

Take them to a depot near you. Hazardous waste is unwanted material or products that can cause illness or death to people, plants, and animals.

Correct disposal of household hazardous waste (HHW) is important to prevent the spread of chemicals in our soil, air, and water.

When HHW ends up in landfills, it can leech out and contaminate our soil and groundwater. Proper disposal ensures waste workers are not exposed to the risk of inhaling toxic substances, and reduces the chance of fires or explosions. Never pour or flush HHW substances down the drain where they will enter the sewage system. Chemicals can corrode plumbing and cause failure in septic systems before they make their way to our waterways and oceans.

Some examples of HHW are: acetone, ant/ wasp spray, barbeque starters, antifreeze, car waxes and polishes, glues, hair colouring, aerosol hair spray, lye, nail polish remover, paint thinners, rechargeable batteries, shoe polish, spa and pool chemicals, weed killers, and windshield washer solution.

Some examples of household cleaners considered to be HHW are: abrasive cleaners, aerosol air fresheners, all purpose cleaners, ammonia, bleach, disinfectants, drain cleaners, fabric softeners, glass cleaners, laundry starch, laundry stain removers, mildew removers, oven cleaners, rug and upholstery cleaners, toilet cleaners, and tub and tile cleaners.

Each Canadian province has instituted a household hazardous waste collection program to make it easy for Canadians to dispose of these toxic items with minimal environmental impact. Before locating a depot near you: •

Keep materials in their original containers, or ensure that the containers are well labelled

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Do not mix different products together

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Tightly cap all containers

HHW disposal in the Annapolis Valley is located at Eastern Management Centre HHW Facility (100 Donald Hiltz Connector Rd, Kentville). For more information call 1-877-927-8300.

AVRL NEWS: LET THE LIBRARY HELP YOU CLEAN...

Angela Reynolds, Community Engagement Coordinator As Spring finally pokes through Winter’s grip, some of us turn to thoughts of cleaning. You might need to tidy up the garden. Or perhaps this is the year you will declutter. Is it time to organize? How about trying "green" cleaning products? A subject search in the library catalogue for “house cleaning” can yield the inspiration you need. There are titles such as Clutter Rehab and Declutter your Life that sound like self-help for the collectors of things.

If those seem too much, try The One Minute Organizer or Ultimate Organizing Solutions.

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Want to go green? How about Homemade Cleaners or The Naturally Clean Home, both of which are eBooks, so you won’t need to clutter your house with another book – just download onto your device. If you are feeling more Zen about this Spring's cleaning, try The Joy of Less or Spark Joy. We’ve got books for every cleaning style! If you just want to dream about cleaning and not actually do it, that’s ok too.

Check out a book and just relax on the couch.

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THE STORY OF ROWAN'S ROOM

Elizabeth Mason-Squires, Executive Director, Rowan's Room Respite & Developmental Centre Rowan's Room is a private facility in Middleton offering developmental, educational, recreational, respite, and general support to young children ages 3 - 12 years, with developmental, neurological, and/or cognitive needs. It helps children that may not be fully supported in traditional school settings, and are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Attention Deficit or Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD, ADHD), or who have other special needs that may or may not yet be diagnosed. The services provided are tailored to each individual child's needs with input from the child's family, school, and therapists where applicable. Their team includes special needs teachers, paraprofessionals, and volunteers who are all passionate about working with unique children.

I have never thought of myself as an entrepreneur. If you asked me ten years ago what I thought I'd be doing now, it wouldn’t have been this – not in my craziest, wildest dreams.

But my life changed, like so many do, the day my beautiful daughter was born. She was perfect and I was in love.

Rowan is still perfect and I am still madly in love, but it was obvious from the moment she was born that something else was going on.

By 6 weeks of age, I suspected Autism. By 6 months, I knew it was Autism. By 9 months, our pediatrician was convinced and on our side, sending out referrals and getting us on waiting lists for everything. I knew that day that I would never return to a full-time job as a business manager again. I started researching therapies and early intervention, finally putting my psychology degree to good use. I realized that I needed to be very much a part of the therapy with Rowan in order for it to be most effective. I decided to start a homebased bookkeeping business in order to work around Rowan’s physical therapy, occupational therapy, and early intervention.

Rowan was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at 23 months old. Although they don’t diagnose in terms of severity or level of functioning anymore, it was understood that Rowan presented with severe classic Autism with sensory issues. Her sensory issues would prove to be quite severe and challenging and seemed to be the root of her high-level of anxiety. For me, this realization was the catalyst for my initial research into schools and programs for children with neuro-developmental exceptionalities like Rowan.

What I discovered was a lack of services or programs designed specifically for children like Rowan. Rowan is brilliant in a number of ways but is delayed in language, social communication, self-care, and self-management.

I realized that we were likely not the only family concerned that there wouldn’t be quite enough support in the public system for our certain level of need. For me, it wasn’t about segregating Rowan from the mainstream population – it was about properly preparing her with the skills necessary to navigate an inclusive environment and be successful. By priming her and allowing her to develop in areas where she may be delayed prior to entering a mainstream setting, it will give her the confidence and the tools she needs to learn and grow more effectively so she will be more on par with her typically-functioning peers.

Behavioural Analyst) with whose help we were able to formulate the foundation for our programs. All of our programs are geared toward successful transition to the public system, but at a rate based on the individual’s own development. What grew from there was the realization that, in general, neuro-developmental exceptionalities such as ADHD, ADD, OCD, Anxiety, as well as cognitive and intellectual exceptionalities, have a tendency to lack adequate support. This is through no fault of the amazing teachers and professionals in the public system; this is due to the above-mentioned exceptionalities being extremely individual in the way they present.

This makes program delivery exceedingly difficult in larger class settings. Our program places no more than three students to one teacher allowing for much more individual attention.

We work cooperatively with parents, teachers, therapists, and other services or supports in the child’s life to ensure consistency.

With all of this in mind, four years of research, and an amazing group of people offering their expertise and help, the Rowan’s Room Developmental Society was formed and our Centre opened its doors in September of 2016. We are open all year round and offer special weekend programs as well as full and part time weekday programming. We are a not-for-profit and rely heavily on sponsorship and donations to keep our fees to families as reasonable as possible. Since opening our doors, I have had the pleasure of hearing from parents, para-professionals, professionals, and all sorts of people from all over Nova Scotia who are looking for this type of service.

The need is obviously there and my hope is to open Rowan’s Room type of programs all over Nova Scotia. I would love to see funding that would cover the cost and eliminate tuition fees, or at least greatly reduce them, allowing more families to access to this type of program.

Rowan’s Room is made possible by the immeasurable support of too many people to count.

It takes a village and our village is growing and expanding everyday. Feel free to check us out at www.rowansroom.ca or www.facebook. com/rowansroomrdc. If you would like more information about our services, please email: info@rowansroom.ca

I met with several individuals with varying levels of expertise in education and therapy including a BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant

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Garry Leeson In 1972, a boxcar from Toronto containing a menagerie of farm animals and an eager young couple pulled into the station platform in Kingston, Nova Scotia. They were bound for a deserted hundred-acre farm on the South Mountain, determined to preserve the foundations of farmsteads past while constructing a geodesic dome. They were pioneers of the future, armed with respect for tradition and an irrepressible sense of humour. They didn’t call themselves farmers. They were back-to-the-landers.

Farming was industry and their calling was sustainability. Over the next forty years, through flood and fire, triumph and catastrophe, they persevered, unwittingly sowing the seeds for the modern small-farm movement.

Andrea and I were taking time off from building our dome to make an obligatory visit to her parents’ summer home north of Montreal.

A cocktail party, my least favourite thing, was in full swing and Andrea was doing the rounds making small talk. I, however, was hunkered by a wall, nursing a drink, feeling out of place and avoiding eye contact lest I be drawn into performing the required pleasantries.

A conversation started close to me and I overheard a woman say, “We tried and tried but we couldn’t find a house that suited us so we’ve decided to build our own.” I made a quick assessment of her and husband and found myself wanting to interrupt and say, “That sounds great. Which of you, you or your banker husband, is the carpenter?” Nothing irks me more, especially when I’m nursing a pair of blistered hands, than to hear someone say they are going to build. My Dad would have looked at the couple and said, “They couldn’t build a button for an outhouse door.”

What they ought to have said was that they had hired a surveyor, an architect, a project manager, and a host of trades people to cater to their every whim. Unlike real do-it-yourselfers, they will never feel the incredible primal satisfaction of creating their own shelter.

Canada was once a nation of true do-it-yourselfers. Our ancestors had to be. Many of us came from immigrants who were shuffled off crowded ships and sent out into the woods or onto the prairies with little more than a gun and an axe. Until the 1940’s we were primarily a nation of farmers who, with the help of neighbours, built their own houses and barns and had the skills to tackle almost

anything required of them.

It was an issue of economics: no one, aside from the landed gentry, could afford to hire specialized tradesmen. After WW2 people began forsaking the land for the seemingly easier life in the big cities and things began to change. The people who picked up their lunch boxes and headed for the assembly lines slowly ceased to be self-reliant. Only a few subsequent generations retained the talent and resources to build their own homes and maintain them.

Even if they had chosen to emulate their ancestors, the prime urban locations were too expensive and the 9-5 drudgery left little time for building projects. The stories of immigrant masons who smuggled a few bricks home daily until they had enough to build their own home were myths.

My father was the last of a breed, the jack of all trades, the quintessential handyman: farmer, blacksmith, auto mechanic, carpenter, bricklayer, plumber, electrician - you name it, he could do it. Too my shame, only a minimal of what he was capable rubbed off on me. In 1972 when Andrea and I followed Trudeau’s call for young Canadians to go back to the land, my Dad was still alive and I tried to garner as much of his wisdom as I could.

Unfortunately he wasn’t with us for very long and we were on our own.

Remembering that long ago conversation at the cocktail party in Quebec, I have had some second thoughts about the assumptions and judgments I was making. I was close to dislocating a shoulder patting myself on the back for my few accomplishments and discounting theirs. For all I know that woman back in Quebec might have evolved into an interior decorator and landscaper and her husband, when he could tear himself away from his ledgers, might have a full cabinet making shop in the basement of their mansion. I see so many young people these days filling their spare time with useful DIY projects and I am heartened, having the greatest respect for those who have chosen to use their own hands. The recent response of almost everybody to the DIY marketing ploys of the building supply and hardware companies are proof positive that a very human instinct still lurks close to the surface in all us. Almost anyone can, with determination, do it him or herself. If Andrea and I have managed to keep a roof over our heads, anybody can!

FURRY FEATURE Oolong is a male domestic long-haired cat born approximately October 2012. He was rescued from Grand Pre. He is very sweet and gentle, and has overcome some of his shyness and nervousness and is now quite affectionate. We think he would do best in a quiet home. He lived most of his life outside and since he has been here with us is his first time living indoors but he has adapted quite well.

Wolfville Animal Hospital 12-112 Front Street Wolfville | 902 542 3422

INDEX

Rowan's Room........................................................... .p.3 About Us/The Dome Chronicles.................................. .p.4 Furry Feature............................................................. .p.4 Mystery Quote........................................................... .p.5

Margaret Drummond's

WORD OF THE ISSUE:

Free Classifieds/Eat to the Beat ................................. .p.5

Punctiliousness

Atlantic Film Festival for Youth Competition................ .p.7

Star Drop/Free Will Astrology ................................... .p.6 Locavore/Recipe........................................................ .p.8

Noun

Dinner Out Special: Burger Wars!............................... .p.9 Ron Lightburn @ Berwick Library............................... .p.9

Strict attention to detail; scrupulous observance of social conventions.

Who's Who/Spring Maintenance Checklist.................. .p.10 Ways to Recycle, Redistribute, or Safely Dispose......... .p.11

"Her punctiliousness in providing every possible amenity for her guests resulted in consistently rave reviews."

Mike Uncorked........................................................... .p.11 What's Happening/Tides............................................ .p.12–14 Weekly Events............................................................ .p.13 @ The Library............................................................ .p.14 Acadia Page............................................................... .p.15

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The Dome Chronicles: DIY

On the Cover/AVRL News............................................ .p.2

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NEW MINAS: Boston Pizza, Captain Sub, Irving Big Stop, Jessy's Pizza, Long and McQuade, Milne Court Petro-Canada, Pita Pit, Swiss Chalet

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

KENTVILLE: Designer Café, Jason’s Your Independent Grocer, T.A.N. Coffee, Valley Regional Hospital

PORT WILLIAMS: Fox Hill Cheese House, Planters Ridge, Sea Level Brewery, The Noodle Guy CANNING: Degraaf's Kwik-Way, ValuFoods

COLDBROOK: Access Nova Scotia, T.A.N. Coffee, Callister's Country Kitchen, Foodland, Vicki's Seafood Restaurant BERWICK: Driftwood Restaurant, Jonny's Cookhouse, Luigi's Pizza Palace, North Mountain Coffeehouse, Rising Sun Cafe,

Union Street Café, Wilsons Pharmasave AYLESFORD: Chisholm's PharmaChoice, Tina’s Cafe KINGSTON: Avery’s Farm Market , Green Elephant Cafe, Library, Pharmasave, Needs Convenience GREENWOOD: Avery’s Farm Market, Country Store, Flight Line Cafe, Valley Natural Foods MIDDLETON: Coffee Garden Cafe, Middle Town Sweets

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

AMUSE-BOUCHE: FRENCH FOR KIDS "La Terre" is French for "Earth".

We celebrate Earth Day (Jour de la Terre) on the 22nd of April.

DELIVERIES: Margot Bishop, Dominic Cameron, Jacob Rhude, Lauren Galbraith, Earle & Karen Illsley, Miklos Kanyasi, Andrea Leeson, Lisa Moore, John Morrison, Julie and Mugen Page, Curran Rodgers, Lorna Williamson, Lyal Wooster, Coleman Hooper, Lisa Moore, Riley White

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T H E FRE E CLA SSI FI E DS (Schedule subject to change)

THURSDAYS: 20, 27, 4 Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Marshall & Lake (20th, 27th, 4th) 12 pm Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Ron Edmunds Duo (20th, 27th, 4th) 6pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Open Jam Session (20th, 27th, 4th) 7pm

Union Street Café (Berwick): Erin Costelo $20 (21st) 8pm Farmers Market (Wolfville): ORO! Dance Party (21st) 8pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Hal Bruce (21st) 8pm, Clusterfunk (28th) 7pm Dooly’s (Greenwood): Karaoke (21st, 28th) 8:30pm West Side Charlies (New Minas): DJ Lethal Noize (21st, 28th) 10pm

Oaken Barrel Pub (Greenwood): Trivia Night (20th, 27th, 4th) 7pm

SATURDAYS: 22, 29

Tommy Guns (Windsor): Karaoke Night (20th, 27th, 4th) 7:30pm

Farmers Market (Wolfville): Heather Kelday (22nd), Zackary Miller (29th) 9:30am

Dooly’s (New Minas): Open Mic (20th, 27th, 4th) 8:30pm

Edible Art Café (New Minas): Lee Gilbert (22nd, 29th) 12pm

Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): The Hupman Brothers (20th, 27th, 4th) 9pm

Library Pub (Wolfville): Bob & Ro (22nd, 29th) 1pm, Dan & Olivia (22nd, 29th) 9pm

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Trivia Night (20th, 27th, 4th) 9pm

The Port Pub (Port Williams): Ron Edmunds Duo (22nd, 29th) 1pm

Library Pub (Wolfville): Tony & Caillum (20th, 27th, 4th) 9pm

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Tristan Lake (22nd), Mark Merrin (29th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): SWIG (22nd) 9pm Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ (22nd, 29th) 9pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Lost Vegas (22nd), Timothy V (29th) 3pm, DJ Mutts (29th) 10pm Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): Video Music Screen (22nd, 29th) 12am

SUNDAYS: 23, 30 Paddy's Pub (Wolfville): Paddy’s Irish Session (23rd, 30th) 8pm

MONDAYS: 24, 1 Edible Art Café (New Minas): Ron Edmunds Band (24th, 1st) 12pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Cas McCrea (24th) 9pm

The Noodle Guy (Port Williams): Jam Session (22nd, 29th) 1:30pm

TUESDAYS: 25, 2

Charts Cafe (Wolfville): Space Paddy Bog People (27th) 6pm

La Torta Woodfired Pizzeria (Wolfville): Steve Lee Duo (22nd, 29th) 6pm

Edible Art Café (New Minas): Ron Edmunds Band (25th, 2nd) 12pm

FRIDAYS: 21, 28

The Port Pub (Port Williams): Oaken Barrel Pub (Greenwood): Kings Of Delusion (22nd), Open Mic w/Ron Edmunds Band (25th, 2nd) 6:30pm Jeff Brown (29th) 7pm

Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ (20th, 27th, 4th) 10pm

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Marshall & Lake (21st, 28th) 12pm Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Shawn Hebb (21st), GuyPaul Thibault (28th) 5:30pm Blomidon Inn (Wolfville): Jazz Mannequins (21st, 28th) 6pm The Port Pub (Port Williams): Adam Cameron (21st), Jon Duggan (28th) 7:30pm Joe’s Food Emporium (Wolfville): SWIG (21st), PM Blues Band @ Joe’s (28th) 8pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Rowdy Dow (22nd), Celtic Rant (29th) 7pm Wayfarers’ Ale Brewery (Port Williams): Jon Duggan (22nd), Jill Boudreau & Band (29th) 7pm King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Broke w/ Money (22nd), PM Blues (29th) 8pm Joe’s Food Emporium (Wolfville): Adam Cameron (22nd), Idle Threats (29th) 8pm Dooly’s (Greenwood): House DJ (22nd, 29th) 8pm

TAN Café (Wolfville): Open Mike & Donna (25th, 2nd) 7pm Oaken Barrel Pub (Greenwood): Open Mic (25th, 2nd) 7pm

WEDNESDAYS: 26, 3 Edible Art Café (New Minas): David Filyer (26th, 3rd) 12pm Stoneroom Lounge (Kentville): Open Mic (26th, 3rd) 8pm

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DONATE/VOLUNTEER:

Donate Used Clothing: Flowercart creates work and training for people. Donate your used clothing to Flowercart and keep your donation and the resulting money local. Drop off location 9412 Commercial St., New Minas. INFO: 902-681-0120 / lisahammettvaughan@flowercart.ca Valley Hospice: Help the Hospice just by clearing out your closet! Donate your gently used items in the name of Valley Hospice at Consignors Place, New Minas. 40% selling price goes to help the Hospice. INFO: Consignorsplace.com/calendar / valleyhospice.ca

FOR HIRE/PURCHASE:

Interior/Exterior Painting: Women in Rollers does accurate quotes, shows up on time to work, and performs to perfection. We even leave your home neat and tidy! Call today for your free estimate.

INFO: Pamela, 902-697-2926 Kitchen Updates: Kitchen cupboards dated and dull? For about one-tenth of the cost of new cupboards, we can transform your cupboards with specialty paint and new hardware. Call us for a free estimate. Women in Rollers. 902-697-2926.

Continuing Care Nurse: Hire a caring and compassionate Continuing Care Nurse to take care of your loved ones while you’re away. Five years experience in long-term and home care settings. Respite, palliative and overnight stays with duties ranging from personal care, to groceries and appointments. Covering Hantsport to Coldbrook. Resume and Reference Letters available.

INFO: Kim, 902-300-2177 Got Mice?: Things going bump in the night? “Got Mice Humane Wildlife Services” can help with no traps, no poisons, and no mess. Call to schedule a property evaluation and get them out for good!

INFO: 902-974-1223 Rooted Landscaping and Firewood: Spring clean up and preparation. Raking, gardening, aerating, rototilling, debris removal, mulching, pruning, tree removal, clean up, lawn repair and more. Pre-booking landscaping and hardscaping jobs now! INFO: Cody Holland, 902-670-7104 / Rooted.LF@gmail.com Travel Planning Professional: Denise MacMillan with The Destination Experts. Visit us at the Kentville Home Show, April 21–23! Free, no obligation quotes. Friendly, professional service. Valley based. INFO: 902-692-9581 / dmacmillan@TheDestinationExperts.com / FB/Denise.TravelPlanning

PROPERTY:

House for Rent: 10 minutes from Wolfville. Available for 8 months–1 year, starting this summer/fall. Fully furnished, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, $1500/month +minimal utilities. Passive solar and wood heat, located on a nature preserve with lots of wooded trails

for hiking and skiing. INFO: 902-542-0002 / email jayneileenkenny@msn.com Franchise for Sale: Profitable well-known food franchise located along busiest street in Valley.

Increasing sales year over year. Most recent year was $533k, up 14.5% in first quarter. Asking: $164,900 INFO: Tim Blais, 902-441-9589 / tim@gatewaybusinessbrokers.ca

EMPLOYMENT:

Assistant Festival Coordinator for Deep Roots Music Festival: Main tasks – securing sponsorships and donations, maintaining the DR database (MS Access) and files on Google Drive, reading and sending lots of emails, taking minutes at meetings, assisting committee members (publicity, concessions, site, hospitality, admin), managing (and cleaning!) the office, and supervising volunteers. A student position – only open to people returning to full-time studies in the fall. 14 weeks of work – starting May 23. $10.85 per hour. Tuesdays through Saturdays, and some evening meetings. Send resume, 2 supervisory (work or school) references, and cover letter to indicate how you are suited to the position. INFO: Lisa Hammett Vaughan, call or text 902-670-2361 / deeprootsmusic.ca

GENERAL:

Alcoholics Anonymous: If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours.

INFO: 902-691-2825 / area82aa.org/district3 The Central Kings Community Health Board: Currently accepting applications for membership.

Interested in helping to create a healthy community?

Contact us! INFO: 902-538-7088 / ckchb@nshealth.ca Financial Planning: Don’t let taxes erode your estate. We can recommend practical solutions to benefit your loved ones for years to come. Contact me today. INFO: Cynthia Farris Coane, Consultant.

Investors Group Financial Services, Inc., 902-681-1061 x243 / CynthiaFarris.Coane@investorsgroup.com Missing Ghost: Valley Ghost Walks is searching for thesp_ian! You came to our casting call, you were perfect, but now you’re ghosting us.

Please contact us as we have roles to offer you!

INFO: Jerome the GraveKeeper, 902-692-8546 / jerome@valleyghostwalks.com

BUY TICKETS:

Mother’s Day Candlelight Dinner: Saturday May 13, 7pm (seating at 6:30pm) @ Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston. Prime rib roast, salad, veg and dessert. Dress: Smart Casual. Dance to follow. Only 100 tickets are being sold, with cut off date May 7.

TIX: $20 per person, $40 per couple @ R.C.L. Bar, or by phone. INFO: 902-765-4428

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Billy T’s Karaoke (26th, 3rd) 9pm

MYSTERY

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© 2017 Rob Brezsny • freewillastrology.com • Horoscopes for the week of April 20th

ARIES (March 21-April 19): After George Washington was elected as the first President of the United States, he had to move from his home in Virginia to New York City, which at the time was the center of the American government. But there was a problem: He didn’t have enough cash on hand to pay for his long-distance relocation, so he was forced to scrape up a loan. Fortunately, he was resourceful and persistent in doing so. The money arrived in time for him to attend his own inauguration. I urge you to be like Washington in the coming weeks, Aries. Do whatever’s necessary to get the funds you need to finance your life’s next chapter.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A friend told me about a trick used by his grandmother, a farmer. When her brooding hens stopped laying eggs, she would put them in pillowcases that she then hung from a clothesline in a stiff breeze. After the hens got blown around for a while, she returned them to their cozy digs. The experience didn’t hurt them, and she swore it put them back on track with their egg-laying. I’m not comfortable with this strategy.

It’s too extreme for an animal-lover like myself.

(And I’m glad I don’t have to deal with recalcitrant hens.) But maybe it’s an apt metaphor or poetic prod for your use right now. What could you do to stimulate your own creative production?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Fantasize about sipping pear nectar and listening to cello music and inhaling the aroma of musky amber and caressing velvet, cashmere, and silk. Imagine how it would feel to be healed by inspiring memories and sweet awakenings and shimmering delights and delicious epiphanies. I expect experiences like these to be extra available in the coming weeks.

But they won’t necessarily come to you freely and easily. You will have to expend effort to ensure they actually occur. So be alert for them. Seek them out. Track them down.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Now would be an excellent time to add deft new nuances to the ways you kiss, lick, hug, snuggle, caress, and fondle. Is there a worthy adventurer who will help you experiment with these activities? If not, use your pillow, your own body, a realistic life-size robot, or your imagination. This exercise will be a good warm-up for your other assignment, which is to upgrade your intimacy skills. How might you do that? Hone and refine your abilities to get close to people. Listen deeper, collaborate stronger, compromise smarter, and give more. Do you have any other ideas?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Contagion may work in your favor, but it could also undermine you. On the one hand, your enthusiasm is likely to ripple out and inspire people whose help you could use.

On the other hand, you might be more sensitive than usual to the obnoxious vibes of manipulators.

But now that I’ve revealed this useful tip, let’s hope you will be able to maximize the positive kind of contagion and neutralize the negative. Here’s one suggestion that may help: Visualize yourself to be surrounded by a golden force field that projects your good ideas far and wide even as it prevents the disagreeable stuff from leaking in.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A reader named Kris X sent me a rebuke. “You’re not a guru or a shaman,” he sneered. “Your horoscopes are too filled with the slippery stench of poetry to be useful for spiritual seekers.” Here’s my response: “Thank you, sir! I don’t consider myself a guru or shaman, either. It’s not my mission to be an all-knowing authority who hands down foolproof advice. Rather, I’m an apprentice to the Muse of Curiosity. I like to wrestle with useful, beautiful paradoxes. My goal is to be a joyful rebel stirring up benevolent trouble, to be a cheerleader for the creative imagination.” So now I ask you, my fellow Cancerian: How do you avoid getting trapped in molds that people pressure you to fit inside? Are you skilled at being yourself even if that’s different from what’s expected of you? What are the soulful roles you choose to embody despite the fact that almost no one understands them? Now is a good time to meditate on these matters.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the coming weeks, there will be helpers whose actions will nudge you -- sometimes inadvertently -- toward a higher level of professionalism. You will find it natural to wield more power and you will be more effective in offering your unique gifts. Now maybe you imagine you have already been performing at the peak of your ability, but I bet you will discover -- with a mix of alarm and excitement -- that you can become even more excellent. Be greater, Leo! Do better! Live stronger! (P.S.: As you ascend to this new level of competence, I advise you to be humbly aware of your weaknesses and immaturities. As your clout rises, you can’t afford to indulge in self-delusions.)

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I love to see you Virgos flirt with the uncharted and the uncanny and the indescribable. I get thrills and chills whenever I watch your fine mind trying to make sense of the fabulous and the foreign and the unfathomable.

What other sign can cozy up to exotic wonders and explore forbidden zones with as much nononsense pragmatism as you? If anyone can capture greased lightning in a bottle or get a hold of magic beans that actually work, you can.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “If I had nine hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first six sharpening my ax,” said Abraham Lincoln, one of America’s most productive presidents. I know you Sagittarians are more renowned for your bold, improvisational actions than your careful planning and strategic preparation, but I think the coming weeks will be a time when you can and should adopt Lincoln’s approach. The readier you are, the freer you’ll be to apply your skills effectively and wield your power precisely.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Zoologists say that cannibalizing offspring is common in the animal kingdom, even among species that care tenderly for their young. So when critters eat their kids, it’s definitely “natural.” But I trust that in the coming weeks, you won’t devour your own children. Nor, I hope, will you engage in any behavior that metaphorically resembles such an act. I suspect that you may be at a low ebb in your relationship with some creation or handiwork or influence that you generated out of love. But please don’t abolish it, dissolve it, or abandon it. Just the opposite, in fact: Intensify your efforts to nurture it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your astrological house of communication will be the scene of substantial clamor and ruckus in the coming weeks. A bit of the hubbub will be flashy but empty. But much of it should be pretty interesting, and some of it will even be useful. To get the best possible results, be patient and objective rather than jumpy and reactive. Try to find the deep codes buried inside the mixed messages. Discern the hidden meanings lurking within the tall tales and reckless gossip. If you can deal calmly with the turbulent flow, you will give your social circle a valuable gift.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The best oracular advice you’ll get in the coming days probably won’t arise from your dreams or an astrological reading or a session with a psychic, but rather by way of seemingly random signals, like an overheard conversation or a sign on the side of a bus or a scrap of paper you find lying on the ground. And I bet the most useful relationship guidance you receive won’t be from an expert, but maybe from a blog you stumble upon or a barista at a café or one of your old journal entries. Be alert for other ways this theme is operating, as well.

The usual sources may not have useful info about their specialties. Your assignment is to gather up accidental inspiration and unlikely teachings.

Homework. At least 30 percent of everything you and I know is more than half-wrong.

Are you brave enough to admit it? Describe your ignorance. FreeWillastrology.com.

VIEWFINDERS: ATLANTIC FILM FESTIVAL FOR YOUTH ANNOUNCES ITS 14TH ANNUAL YOUTH FILM COMPETITION Deadline for submissions is May 5!

The Atlantic Film Festival has just announced its 14th annual ViewFinders Youth Film Competition for Atlantic Canadians ages 18 and under.

Deadline for submissions is Friday, May 5 at 5pm.

Presented by DHX Media, and produced by ViewFinders: Atlantic Film Festival for Youth, the competition accepts short films less than five minutes long from youth participants living in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island.

Top entries are eligible for prizes that will be awarded at a special Red Carpet screening at the Scotiabank Theatre Halifax on Saturday, June 3. Prizes will be awarded in three categories:

animation, live action, and documentary. There will also be a grand prize.

“We’re very proud that many of the competition’s past participants have gone on to study the Screen Arts and have careers in the industry,” said Jason Beaudry, the Atlantic Film Festival’s Program Director. “But most importantly, each and every participant achieves something incredible. They’ve made something that an audience will experience and appreciate. And having their work seen and enjoyed in a worldclass venue builds their confidence and encourages them to reach new heights in whatever they pursue.”

For over a decade, ViewFinders has been hosting competitions for young people with a passion for filmmaking. During this time, a number of participants have gone on to film schools and careers in the film industry.

Named after the optical window of a camera, ViewFinders: Atlantic Film Festival for Youth began as a week-long film festival for young people and their families in 2002. Since then it has grown into an Atlantic Canada-wide youth initiative that brings the Atlantic Film Festival experience to school groups and communities across the region. For more details as they become available, visit atlanticfilm.com/viewfinders.

In addition to the ViewFinders Youth Film Competition, the Atlantic Film Festival is currently accepting submissions for its FROM-AWAY Film Competition. Part of Canada’s 150th birthday celebrations, this competition provides an opportunity for post-secondary student filmmakers, including past ViewFinders participants, to continue their craft in an event designed specifically for them. The challenge will be to construct their own interpretation of the nation that surrounds them and how immigration has influenced their place within it – connecting audiences with Canada’s past and present.

To learn more about FROM AWAY, visit atlanticfilm.com/from-away-film-competition.

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RECIPE: CREAMY TUSCAN BEANS Jenny Osburn | The Union Street Cafe Cookbook | www.jennyosburn.com Jenny Osburn is the Author of The Union Street Café Cookbook, available at retailers around the Valley and at jennyosburn.com. She is hard at work on a new cookbook, Jenny Osburn's Party Food! due out later this year.

So it’s really best with some crusty bread like Marie et Guy's in Kingston, perhaps some locally made sausage, a glass of red wine if you're living large, and an appreciation for the finer, simpler things in life.

Creamy Tuscan Beans

For Valley-grown dried beans, seek out those grown by Henry Penner at The Rising Sun in Berwick or Webster's at most grocery stores and farm markets.

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It’s satisfying to know that you can feed a family, healthfully and deliciously, for just a few dollars. It's even better to know that eating a little lower on the food chain can be good news for the planet and our health.

This enticing and delicious bean recipe is Italian in origin and is adapted from one of Alice Water’s inspirational Chez Panisse cookbooks.

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3 cups Soldier or other small Beans 2 Bay Leaves 4 sprigs Parsley 1 tablespoon dried Sage or 2 sprigs fresh Sage 2 Onions 2 Carrots Salt Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 cloves Garlic pinch of Red Pepper Flakes 1 teaspoon ground Fennel Seed 1 teaspoon dried Rosemary, crushed

To serve: Olive Oil, Black Pepper, Parmesan Cheese (optional) Soak the beans overnight in plenty of water enough to cover. The next day, drain them and

place in a large, heavy pot with the bay leaves, parsley, sage, one of the onions (quartered), and one of the carrots (cut in chunks). Cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce to a simmer. After the beans begin to soften (an hour or more) add a generous amount of salt and continue to cook until very tender.

Meanwhile, finely dice the remaining onion and carrot. Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Add the onion and carrot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, fennel, and rosemary. Stir and cook for another minute, then turn off the heat. When the beans are very tender fish out the parsley, bay leaves and sage (if you used fresh) and discard. Place 1 cup of the beans in a blender along with whatever chunks of carrot and onion you can find. Blend to a paste and stir back into the beans along with the sautéed carrot and onions mixture. Add the fennel and rosemary and taste, adding salt if the beans need it (they probably do).

Serve with a drizzle of olive oil, a grind of pepper, and possibly a dusting of Parmesan cheese on top.

DINNER OUT SPECIAL: BURGER WARS!

For more information about the Campaign for Kids Burger Wars, visit campaignforkids.com/burgerwars

NATALINO’S DONAIR BURGER

THE KINGS ARMS' BURGER WARS BURGER

THE PORT PUB’S LOOPY RANCHER BURGER

Scott Campbell

Scott Campbell

Scott Campbell

My first burger of the 2017 Burger Wars was the entry from Kentville’s Kings Arms pub. One bite in and I was already grieving the fact that this delicious burger was only going to be available for a month. The Kings Arms kitchen folk have created this masterpiece beginning with an 8oz patty of beef and caramelized onion (just think about that for a second).

Then they smear it with a sizzling chipotle mayo, add a dollop of sweet roasted corn salsa, and put it all under a perfectly melted layer of mozzarella cheese. Then add some shredded lettuce, tomato, and cilantro and you have one of the best burgers I’ve ever had.

The mouth-watering flavour of the juicy beef patty is brought front and centre by the fiery tang of the chipotle mayo and the sweetness of the roasted corn salsa. The rich molten mozzarella is the perfect blanket to tuck all the delicious ingredients into this amazing burger creation. Well done King’s Arms Pub.

Not to be outdone on the battlefront of the Burger Wars, the Port Pub in Port Williams has created a sizzling burger spectacle that has to be experienced.

Using their familiar Starr’s Point grass-fed beef as the basis of this burger creation they have put forth a formidable force in this Burger War. Starting with the grass-fed beef patty, they add lightly siracha-spiced ranch sauce, greens, tomato, cheddar, garlic aioli, pickle, and crispy Cajun fried onions all under a Brioche bun. The result is an original burger that is a joy to be-holding. Order the combo and get their delicious fries with it for a burger and fries that will make you loopy for this Loopy Rancher Burger. And if you need something to wash it all down, the craft beer that the Port Pub offers on tap is a great combination with this Burger Wars offering.

Admittedly, the hamburger is one of my most favourite food groups however, the Donair, is a very close second.

When I heard that Natalino’s in Kentville was offering up a Donair Burger for its Burger Wars entry, I was intrigued. When it occurred to me that someone had taken two of my most favourite things in the world and combined them to create a culinary thing of awe and deliciousness was when I knew the Burger Wars had reached a whole new level of creativity and spectacle. Their fresh made Donair Burger comes with the same ingredient options as would a regular Donair - onions and tomatoes all smothered under a sweet, delicious Donair sauce. You can also add cheese if you’d like. Your burger order – complimented with a perfectly prepared order of fries - is presented to you by the always warm and friendly staff at Natalino’s. Give it a try. You won’t be disappointed. Cheers.

PADDY’S WOLFVILLE’S BOMBAY BURGER

THE TROY LAMB BURGER

UNION STREET CAFÉ HEART ATTACK BURGER

Scott Campbell

Scott Campbell

Scott Campbell

Bollywood has come to Wolfville in this blockbuster hit of a burger. Paddy’s Brewpub in Wolfville started out with a local grass-fed beef patty from Wild Mountain Farm in Canning – just like their Kentville counterpart but that’s where the similarity stops. From here Paddy’s Wolfville made a sharp turn to the east and created the Bombay Burger. This delicious treat starts out with the juicy beef patty and then dresses it up with Greek yogurt, house made raisin ketchup, Bombay pico (tomatoes, onion, cilantro, ginger, and jalapeno), and lettuce. This exotic eastern combination comes served on Naan bread with a side of fries and coleslaw.

The rich flavour of that grass-fed patty under the sweet raisin ketchup is the first flavour that you experience in this creative burger. Then the heat of the Bombay pico makes an appearance and then almost instantly the Greek yogurt hits the stage and the show is complete. Everything balances into a beautiful burger that is definitely worthy of the Burger Wars. Well done Wolfville Paddy’s.

Yet another incredible addition to the Burger Wars (in support of Campaign for Kids) is the Troy Lamb Burger at the Troy restaurant in Wolfville.

With their Mediterranean theme at full power Troy has launched a burger that I think is going to prove to be a real contender in this burger war. Using a 6oz, mouth-watering, Nova Scotian lamb patty, the chefs at Troy added crisp lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, cacik, and then loaded it with Feta cheese. The result is a juicy burger that is brimming with rich Mediterranean flavours offered up with that familiar Troy char-broiled flare. As if this delicious burger wasn’t enough, it comes served with their famous peppered French fries. I have to say, I’m a regular at Troy anyway. I love the smoky Mediterranean meats done on that giant brazier and their fresh salads, so I was really impressed with the way the kitchen at Troy has created a delicious Burger War Burger and still stayed true to the rich delicious flavours that we’ve come to love at Troy. Well done!!

Code Blue at Union Street Café!! Grab your stethoscope and head to Berwick’s Union Street Café and try their Burger Wars entry – The Heart Attack Burger. From the first bite, the palpitations will begin. The burger looks impressive when it arrives at the table. This tower of beef and bun both promises to deliver a flavourful punch while, at the same time you find yourself wondering – how do I even start to eat this thing?! The juicy beef patty looks inviting enough but when you bite into it and the 4 cheese mixture that was hiding inside the patty comes oozing out – you know you’re in for something special. Garnished with lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, bacon and Havarti – the levels of flavours just keep coming. All of this stacked in side two delicious jalapeño cheddar buns and then generously doused with dollops of sundried tomato mayo. This is a Burger Wars contender not to be missed but, beware, it’s not for the faint of heart. Cheers.

Follow Scott on Twitter or Instagram@ScottsGrapevine

RON LIGHTBURN AT THE BERWICK & DISTRICT LIBRARY, APRIL 22 To celebrate Canada's 150th birthday, the Annapolis Valley Regional Library is highlighting a different Canadian author or illustrator for each month of 2017 with #BookClub150.

April's featured storytellers are Sandra and Ron Lightburn of Coldbrook.

About Sandra and Ron Lightburn Sandra has written two picture books illustrated by Ron, Driftwood Cove and Pumpkin People. Ron illustrated his first children’s picture book, Waiting for the Whales, in 1991 and received three national awards including the Governor-General’s Literary Award for Children’s Illustration. He went on to illustrate many books, including his most recent, which he also wrote, called FRANKENSTINK! Garbage Gone Bad. Earth Day event Ron Lightburn will give a reading of FRANKENSTINK! Garbage Gone Bad at the Berwick & District Library on Earth Day, April 22 from 11am to noon. Valley Waste Resource Management will bring supplies for making garbage crafts. This event is for ages 4 and up. #BookClub150 contest Visit RenewYourCuriosity.ca for information about the #BookClub150 contest for a giant-sized Frankenstink swag bag. Prizes include a signed copy of FRANKENSTINK! Garbage Gone Bad and an original FRANKENSTINK! doll made by Sandra Lightburn.

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NEW IN NOVA SCOTIA N.Neslihan Ivit, M.Sc. Vinifera European Viticulture and Enology | winesofnesli.com fermented, 2014) from Lightfoot & Wolfville Winery. It was a perfect match. The delicious pairings continued on to New Year’s Eve, with Atlantic lobsters and a bottle of sparkling wine (Prestige brut, 2010) produced in the traditional method by L’Acadie Vineyards.

WHO'S WHO: ZOE D'AMATO, THE GRAPEVINE GLOBE TREKKER Mike Butler Good afternoon everyone… Well, I guess if you’re not reading this article in the afternoon that greeting doesn't make sense, but I am writing this piece on a gorgeous afternoon, so just roll with me.

What a treat this "Who’s Who" article is for me. I think, in my seven years of writing for The Grapevine, this will be my first "Who’s Who" about a member of The Grapevine family.

There are so many hands that go into making The Grapevine such a terrific publication that I thought I should share some of their stories and highlight their talents and contributions to our community.

I am starting with Zoe D'Amato (née Leeson).

Zoe grew up on a hobby farm in Harmony, where her parents still live (her father is Garry Leeson, author of "The Dome Chronicles" and her mother, Andrea Leeson, is the librarian in Kingston). She left Nova Scotia when she was seventeen to go to McGill University, where she studied anthropology and art history.

After she graduated, Zoe worked and travelled around the world for a few years before meeting her husband, Nicholas. They lived in New Jersey, just outside of Manhattan (where Nicholas is from), before making the move to Nova Scotia. Zoe and Nicholas have been settled in Wolfville for six years now and they both agree that their roaming days are over!

They love living in the Annapolis Valley and this is where they’ll stay put.

Zoe works as an onscreen travel and adventure host for various television and digital series. She says,“My mission is to share stories from around the globe, and inspire people to explore! I also hope to give people that aren't able to travel a window into other places.

Particularly in this political climate, I feel a responsibility to share perspectives from around the world in hopes that it will engage viewers to think about what is the same, what is different, and what is rare about the way they live.”

Zoe was working at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens, at Acadia University, when she got called for her first travel show, Globe Trekker, on PBS. She had done a television series previously, but this was what she really desired: travel television! Zoe’s lovely boss, Melanie Priesnitz, gave her three weeks off so she could do it... and the rest is history. Zoe states, “That show was about Eastern Canada, which was very fitting as I'd just moved back and was eager to reacquaint myself with home. We filmed in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Ontario and Quebec, and the whole thing was an amazing learning experience.

We were a crew of five and my work was a mix of interviewing, improvisation and scripted pieces to camera... all whilst doing some wild activities. I had to overcome a lot of shyness and self-doubt that first time around!”

After that first episode, Zoe got more work with different television and digital shows.

She formed her own production company (damatomedia.com) here in the Valley, and now she produces videos for businesses when she’s home. I encourage you all to visit Zoe’s website 20 –check May 4,out 2017her fascinating work, at 10 | Apriland

zoedamato.com.

I mentioned earlier that Zoe is a member of The Grapevine family. Well, even with all her other projects, Zoe takes the time to get involved with The Grapevine by heading up marketing. When she initially returned to the Valley, The Grapevine was the first publication Zoe picked up, and she has always felt drawn to it. Her work is invaluable to this “little” Valley paper and I thank her for letting me include her in this column.

“On a good day,” Zoe says, “I'd say my career is well-rounded... and on a bad day, it's downright crazy. Last autumn, I was on an island in the Philippines, dressed in a sequined bodysuit trying desperately to learn lines and dance steps in order to lead a giant parade (all by myself) for a TV segment about the MassKara Festival... whilst also really worrying about the ad sales deadline at The Grapevine!”

I’ve been there Zoe! (Well, maybe not the sequined bodysuit but I know the feeling of multi tasking… okay fine; I do have a sequined bodysuit - but who doesn’t?).

I am new in Nova Scotia. I studied in France and Spain, travelled and worked around Europe, worked in America from Chile to USA, and then I made the decision to come to Nova Scotia. I guess you might be curious about the reason which brought me here; the answer is wine. The confident increase of the wine sector in this region is definitely worth the attention, and I am very glad to be a witness and a part of it.

Since I arrived in December in the Annapolis Valley, I have been tasting the local wines and pairing them with food cooked with local ingredients. My Christmas Eve was a feast with a piece of juicy lamb cooked in the oven with local vegetables from the farmers' market and a bottle of Pinot Noir (Ancienne, wild

After journeying to around 40 nations on five continents, Zoe can safely say, “Nowhere is perfect, but here, in the Annapolis Valley, we have a rare abundance of natural beauty and generosity of spirit. Our community is amazing. There's so much support and talent and determination. Making ends meet in Nova Scotia isn't always easy, so people get incredibly creative building their livelihoods.

I've met so many passionate and interesting entrepreneurs over my lifetime here... it really is a hallmark of the Valley!”

Keep an eye on this wonderful woman folks!

She has a mind for marketing, an eye for beauty, and home is where her heart is. Zoe has a project in the works directed at helping newcomers feel welcome in our area. She has spent most of her career sharing other places with the world, and now she wants to focus on sharing her home. If you pick up other publications or watch the news, you will appreciate Zoe’s beautiful outlook on sharing your world with others, unlike some nations around the globe. Thank you, Zoe, and best of luck!

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Apart from the culinary reasons for being here, I’ve also received a very warm welcome from the residents of the Valley, and they have been assuring me that a very pretty spring is waiting for us. I cannot wait to enjoy and share all the pleasures that Nova Scotia offers.

Visit website winesofnesli.com and follow on Instagram or Twitter @winesofnesli

The 'No Job Too Small Handy Man Services' SPRING MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

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Spring is a time of growth and renewal, and also a great time of year to give our homes and property a once-over to assess any winter damage, figure out what needs doing, and schedule the work so our homes are in tip-top shape.

Use this checklist to help plan your home's spring maintenance.

In her spare time (ha ha ha), Zoe loves reading, writing, making things, gardening, filming, taking photographs and exploring. Zoe and Nicholas like going on road trips together, and having adventures with their family.

Zoe mentioned, “As far as upcoming projects, I've got two new television shows airing internationally at the moment ("Globe Trekker Hawai'i" and "Tough Boats Philippines") that I'm thinking of screening here. I'd love to share information with anyone curious about hosting on-screen, or video production, or travel in general.”

I’ve spent most of the cold winter creating new recipes of mulled wine and hot chocolate with red wine. For dinners on snowy evenings, nothing was better than soups, bisques, and chowders. However this didn’t stop my pleasure of enjoying wine; I paired these dishes beautifully with local wines. In the beginning of March, I went to the NS Ice Wine Festival, which was a perfect opportunity for me to taste many local wines and food.

This made me realize that there are is a lot to taste in Nova Scotia.

EXTERIOR ❏ Make sure air vents indoors and outside (intake, exhaust, and forced air) are not blocked by debris and clean. ❏ Check and clean eavestroughs and downspouts for loose joints and secure attachment.

Clear any blockages and ensure water flows away from foundation. ❏ Inspect wood decks, steps, and rails for loose or damaged boards and/or raised nails.

Clean and seal/stain deck if required. ❏ Inspect roof materials and roof flashings. ❏ Inspect weather-stripping around doors, windows, and garage doors. ❏ Inspect brickwork, siding, and trim. Check exterior paint and touch up as needed. ❏ Clean windows, screens, and hardware.

Repair or replace if needed. ❏ Examine the foundation walls for cracks, leaks, or signs of moisture and repair as required. ❏ Repair and paint fences as necessary. ❏ Re-level any exterior steps or decks which may have moved due to frost or thaw. ❏ Clear drainage ditches and culverts of debris. ❏ Have fireplace or woodstove and chimney cleaned and serviced as needed. ❏ Bring patio furniture out of storage, wipe off dirt, and inspect pieces for damage. Bring window boxes, planters, and hanging baskets out of storage. ❏ Organize the garage and shed. Move winter equipment to the back and bring the lawn mower and garden tools to the front. Fill snowblower with fuel, add fuel stabilizer, add grease to fittings, and change oil so you’re prepared when the snow flies again.

❏ Reactivate outdoor faucets, remove any insulation around them, and turn on the water supply. Hook up hoses and test them. Patch holes or replace hose as required. ❏ Prepare the lawn and garden areas. Check for any dead or damaged areas, cultivate, and reseed; aerate if necessary. Prune trees and bushes to promote health and growth. ❏ Clean up all that dog poop around the yard that was hidden by snow. ❏ Seal your driveway and power-wash any concrete patios. ❏ Service your pool and/or hot tub. ❏ Repair and paint fences as necessary. ❏ Should you have your septic system serviced? ❏ Prepare for ‘spring clean up’ road-side refuse pick up.

INTERIOR ❏ Check/test smoke, carbon monoxide, and security alarms and replace batteries. ❏ Drain off sediment from base of hot water tank. ❏ Inspect bathtubs and sinks for caulking and leaks and repair as needed. ❏ Clean or replace air filters in HRV and/or your heating/cooling apparatuses. ❏ Test kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans. ❏ Clean faucet aerators and shower heads. ❏ Check for safety hazards such as a loose handrail, lifting or buckling carpet, required grab bars, etc. ❏ Vacuum heat registers, vents, and radiators. ❏ Test the ground fault circuit interrupter(s) by pushing the test button. This should then cause the button to pop up. ❏ Check attic for leaks, mold, moisture intrusion, fire hazards, and critters. ❏ Get rid of surface mold. ❏ Clean out the refrigerator and freezer. ❏ Wash glassware that has been stored on open shelves. ❏ Should you schedule a maintenance and/or energy efficiency inspection…?

We hope you find this check list helpful to your home maintenance timetable.

Please contact us if we can be of assistance to you or a loved one.

WAYS TO RECYCLE, REDISTRIBUTE, OR SAFELY DISPOSE OF ITEMS IN THE ANNAPOLIS VALLEY Whether you are cleaning out your basement, garage, the upstairs bedroom, or your kitchen cupboards, we've all got items that are no longer needed. Here is a sampling of where you can recycle, redistribute, donate, or properly dispose of the goods in your home that are no longer serving their purpose there. There are many more options, but hopefully this list will get you thinking!

GREENWOOD Redistribute: The Opportunity Shop 963 Central Avenue, Greenwood The Opportunity Shop is a non-profit organization operated by the Greenwood Health Auxiliary. The shop is the main fundraiser enabling the purchase of equipment for Soldiers Memorial Hospital, donations to several other health related organizations and funding three bursaries to graduating high school students.

What they accept: Used clothing, small household items and books.

Recycle & Safely Dispose: Greenwood Recycling Inc 1070 Central Avenue, Greenwood In an effort to keep hazardous chemicals out of our landfills the Nova Scotia government has banned electronics from garbage.

Instead end–of–life electronics are recyclable through a network of drop off depots across the province. vwrm.com/Recycling_Electronics.html What they accept: Televisions, Desktop, laptop and notebook computers — includes CPUs, keyboards, mice, cables and other components in the computer, Computer monitors, Printers, fax machines and scanners. Audio and video playback and recording systems — includes VCRs, DVD players, speakers, MP3 players, radios, cameras, etc. Telephones and answering machines.

COLDBROOK Redistribute: Baby Central Consignment 7106 Hwy 1, Coldbrook A consignment store for clothing sizes from newborn-6X as well as toys and equipment such as strollers, cribs, highchairs, etc.

What they accept: Infant and Children's clothing sold on a consignment basis.

KENTVILLE REDISTRIBUTE: Chrysalis House, Kentville Chrysalis House is a safe and non-judgemental environment providing shelter and outreach services for women and children. chrysalishouseassociation.org What they accept: Cleaning items, household items (laundry basket, laundry detergent, towel set, toilet paper, paper towel, Kleenex), kitchen items (dishpan, dish soap, dishcloth, tea towel, can opener, silverware set, dish set, set of glasses, set of pots & pans), small appliances, personal care items, feminine products, baby/childrens products, clothing ( PJ’s, housecoats, slippers, socks, underwear - women/boys/ girls all sizes), art supplies, VHS and DVD players, DVD movies/shows (only non-violent please), suitcases, backpacks, duffel bags.

Redistribute: Fidelis House 140 Exhibition Street, Kentville Fidelis House provides a “Home Away From Home” for patients receiving treatment on an outpatient basis at the Valley Regional Hospital, or families who have loved ones in the hospital and would like to be near them. fidelishouse.ca What they accept: Food items (canned foods, breakfast cereals, dried foods), personal care items, current magazines are also appreciated.

Redistribute: Kings Family Resource Centre 503A Main St, Kentville The Kings County Family Resource Centre strengthens the lives of families and inspires growth by providing quality programs and resources in a respectful, supportive learning environment. kcfrc.ca What they accept: Household items, personal care items,

baby/childrens products, clothing (infant to adult), office supplies, food items, craft supplies, baby/childrens products.

Redistribute: OATS Thrift Store 58 Webster Street, Kentville OATS Thrift Store is a not-for-profit venture with great prices on used clothing and gives 100% of their profit to Inn From The Cold. facebook.com/pg/OATSthriftstore What they accept: In-season clothing for men, women, children and babies.

Recycle & Safely Dispose: Valley Waste Resource: The Eastern Centre, 100 Donald Hiltz Connector Road, Kentville Industrial Park What they accept: Recyclables, Compostable organics, Metals, Construction & Demolition debris, Leaf and yard waste, Residuals (which is garbage; things that can’t be reused, recycled or composted), Household Hazardous Waste.

NEW MINAS Redistribute: Re used resale Co-op Ltd 8759 Commercial Street, New Minas RE is a BRIGHT GREEN Community-minded, second-hand shop focused on keeping furniture and other items in circulation and helping our community. facebook.com/pg/REusedResale reusedresale.com What they accept: Indoor Furniture: (chairs, tables, shelves, bed frames, side tables, coffee tables etc.),outdoor furniture, art, jewellery, sports equipment, children’s/Infant accessories & toys, housewares, clothing (all seasons, men's, women's, children's), books(no textbooks, encyclopedias or old Reader's Digest), hand tools and renovation materials (Useful Left-overs: bathroom vanities, windows, wooden doors, lights, patio stones, etc.).

Redistribute: Flower Cart 9412 Commercial Street, New Minas The Flower Cart Group believes that everyone has the right to meaningful, challenging employment. They are a collection of social enterprises united in the goals of promoting community participation by adults with barriers through supported training and employment. flowercart.ca What they accept: By donating your used clothing to The Flower Cart Group you are providing training and work opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Redistribute: Consignor's Place 77 Crescent Drive, New Minas A great venue where you can sell your unwanted clothing and household items. They strive to provide great quality merchandise at reasonable prices giving us the competitive edge in the used clothing market. consignorsplace.com What they accept: Check out their website or pop in to pick up the Consignor's Calendar to find out what they are accepting each season. Generally, they take in-season clothing and household goods.

RECYLE & SAFELY DISPOSE: New Minas Recycling 8751 Commercial Street, New Minas New Minas Recycling is a fully licensed Enviro-Depot newminasrecycling.com What they accept: Beverage bottles and cans, household paint. They also accept old items for cash such as metal screen doors, old barbeques, siding, radiators, aluminum pots and pans. They buy non-ferrous (aluminum, brass, copper, etc.) metals & car batteries.

WOLFVILLE Redistribute: Jane's Again 390 Main Street, Wolfville Jane's Again is a special consignment shop located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia focused on providing exceptional customer service and value for consigning partners and buyers. facebook.com/pages/Janes-Again What they accept: Brand name and designer casual, career, and special event wear, in-season and freshly laundered women's clothing.

Redistribute: Odd Book 112 Front Street, unit 118, Wolfville Hard to find, out of print, used, and rare books. theoddbook.ca What they accept: Check in with the Odd Book to see what genres of books they are currently accepting.

Redistribute: Wolfville Area Inter-Church Council Food Bank, 487 Main Street The Wolfville & Area Food Bank aims to provide not only food, but other resources, to those in need. Some of the supplied food comes from Feed Nova Scotia, or from community donations; however, the majority of food is bought with funds donated to WAICC. waicc.org/food-bank What they accept: Non-perishable food donations can be left in the donation bin at the Wolfville Save-Easy, or inside the front entrance to the Wolfville Baptist Church. Other donations (fresh produce, clothing, books, etc.) can be coordinated by calling 542-0040, or e-mailing wolfvilleareafoodbank@gmail.com.

Redistribute: Valley WAAG Animal Shelter 12-112 Front Street, Wolfville The Valley WAAG Animal Shelter rescues stray, feral, unwanted cats and provides for their needs until their new forever homes are found. valleywaag.com What they accept: Check in to see what they might need this season, but they are regularly in need of bleach, paper towel, and canned cat food.

Redistribute: The Acadia Dump and Run Acadia Athletic Complex Gymnasium The Acadia Dump and Run is a large campus-community garage sale held each spring, this year on April 29th, 2017 9am-1pm. Student and community groups volunteer at the event with proceeds donated to the participating campus clubs, societies and community non-profit groups. sustainability.acadiau.ca/dump-and-run.html What they accept: Furniture, toys, clothes, sports equipment, decorations, tools, kitchenware, shoes and electronics.

ACROSS THE ANNAPOLIS VALLEY RECYCLE & SAFELY DISPOSE: Efficiency Nova Scotia: Appliance Retirement A free service to help you save money and recycle older appliances and we pay you for it. efficiencyns.ca/service/appliance-retirement/ What they accept: Older fridges and freezers can use more electricity than any other home appliance, so retiring them can mean real savings. They will pick up your old fridge or freezer, recycle it, and give you $30, add an air conditioner, get an extra $10, add a small fridge or freezer, get an extra $10. They make sure your appliance is recycled responsibly, and the CFCs are removed.

MIKE UNCORKED: SSG – SUPPORT SERVICES GROUP! Mike Butler

The Valley and beyond is filled with some wonderful organizations that help the less fortunate in our community. We read and hear about many of these organizations but there are some that get lost in the shuffle. Luckily, I have a friend who works for SSG so I’ve been well versed for many years about the superb job this organization does in our community. But many have not heard about them so please take a moment to read this article about Support Services Group.

SSG, comparable to other assisted-living organizations, seeks to encourage self-supported and self-managed living for its members in a manner that allows maximum freedom and dignity.

SSG was established in August 1991 as a co-operative of families who had a vision of their children living in their communities.

The cooperative was organized to serve and advocate for persons with a disability and to

provide the support necessary for them to live in the community while maintaining personal choice and control. Today, SSG has 120 members living in the Halifax area, the Annapolis Valley, and in Bridgewater. The Valley region helps 50 individuals (between Windsor and Coldbrook) live in their own homes and maintain a lifestyle of pride and self-worth.

SSG, as I mentioned earlier, has been in the background of other more prominent organizations here in the Valley. But lately you might have seen their name pop up in print, or even at a booth at the Wolfville Farmers' Market, as SSG tries to step up and become more noticeable in the community. There’s a lot of hard work and countless hours of maintenance needed to run an organization like this, and making the community aware is a very positive step forward for SSG. I am so pleased to announce that Support Services Group is having their FIRST Valley

Community Fundraiser in their 25-year history and they need your support. Their philosophy has always been to integrate as much as possible in existing community activities.

They have a need to provide things like cooking classes, literacy classes, camping experiences, and other opportunities where there are gaps in services for their members. These things cost money and these activities help to enrich members' lives, can build self-esteem, and provide opportunities for socializing and engaging with nature.

On Tuesday April 25, SSG is holding a Walkathon to raise funds for social recreational and skill-building activities for its members. There are three SSG regions (the Valley, Metro, and Bridgewater), and all three regions will have members and supporters walking together.

The Valley region will be walking in Wolfville on April 25, gathering at Clock Park at 1pm.

SSG is very excited to have Scotiabank on board as their main supporter which will be

matching funds.

Barbara Aikman, senior coordinator for SSG's Valley region, and one of my TAN Coffee regulars, expressed her delight in the support SSG has received so far for their walk. She stated, “I love this organization. I love the people, building relationships, sharing in the joys of accomplishments, and helping people work toward their goals. We need people to pledge money to those walking in the fundraiser.

People can call our office and they can make a donation or pledge a staff person. Our office is located in unit #4 at 8740 Commercial Street in New Minas, and our phone number is 902365-2552.”

For more information about the SSG organization and its goals, please visit the website at ssgns.ca. Best of luck SSG and here’s to many more years of helping our community. Thank you very much!

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THURSDAY, APRIL 20

4 the Health of It — Emmanuel Congregational Church, Middleton 6–8:30pm • A six week program offered by Nova Scotia Health Authority for adults looking to maintain or improve a healthy lifestyle. Includes cooking, exercise, and stress management tools. Registration required.

TIX: no charge INFO: Kady Myers, 902-538-1315 / 4thehealthofit@avdha.nshealth.ca Outside the Box Meeting — Cut to the Chase Work Shop, Melvern Square 6:30–8:30pm • Support group for families/friends of adults with disabilities. Guest Speaker – Darlene Elliott from the Western Region Housing Authority. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-755-2433 / sfhirtle@eastlink.ca How You Can Change Your Brain — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–8:30pm • The Kings County Schizophrenia Society presents: Learn how YOU Can change your Brain. 7 key lifestyle areas will be explored illustrating how all of us can change our brains using the evolutionary new brain science, Neuroplasticity. Heather McNally is a physician and certified wellness coach. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-681-2448 / rcann@eastlink.ca Cemetery Meeting — Gaspereau Valley Elementary School, Wolfville 7pm • Annual Cemetery meeting.

All are welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-6090 (school) General Meeting — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7:30pm • New members welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-798-2031 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com Night of Adventure — Studio-Z, Wolfville 8pm • The Big Hike! A 24 hour race around Cape Chignecto to raise money and awareness around first responders suffering from PTSD. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-698-9364 / greeneradventures@gmail.com

FRIDAY, APRIL 21

Clothing Give Away — United Baptist Church, Centreville 8:30–11am • Spring/summer clothing.

Donations accepted until Apr. 20, noon. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-1946 (church) / lesmbs@eastlink.ca Playful Pals Playgroup — THREE LOCATIONS:

Recreation Centre, Wolfville; Fire Hall, Waterville; New Beginnings Centre, Greenwood, 9:30–11:30am. Also April 28. • Sing songs,

have finger plays, play in the gym, and many more things. Playgroups integrate all age groups. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca ED-ucation on Eating Disorders Seminar — Lions Club, Wolfville 10:15am–5pm • Learn about eating disorders (EDs), who gets them & why, what treatment is available locally, hear stories of lived experience & recovery, join in self-care exercises. Also for caregivers. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-697-2307 / brigdaniels1@hotmail.com DJ Party — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7pm • DJ party with Gerald Theriault. 19+ TIX: no charge INFO: 902-798-2031 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com Open Mic — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7pm.

Also April 28 • Bring your instruments. Everyone welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com Erin Costelo — Union Street Cafe, Berwick 8pm • TIX: $20 (+taxes) INFO: 902-538-7787 / unionstreetcafe.ca ORO! Dance Party — Farmers Market, Wolfville 8pm • This final dance of the ORO! Orkestra season will feature the freshly-minted ORO! Choir, and the band will be joined by vocalist Bilge Gerçek from Istanbul (via Halifax). TIX: $10, $5 students, at the door INFO: oro.orkestra@gmail.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

Breakfast — United Church, Aylesford 8–11am • Sponsored by the Committee of Stewards for church expenses. Bring a friend! TIX: donation INFO: 902-847-9624 Spring Yard Sale — St. Monica’s Church, Middleton 8am–1pm • Find “just what you need” among a wide assortment of items for men, women, and children. Proceeds will help charities in our valley community. TIX: donation INFO: 902-825-3248 Golden Hearts Yard Sale — Windsor Elms Village, Falmouth 8–11am • Fine a treasure at a great bargain.

Donated goods are gratefully accepted April 19–21.

The Windsor Elms Village Golden Hearts use funds raised to enhance the quality of life for our Residents.

TIX: donation INFO: 902-798-4939 / 902-798-5413 Ladies Retreat: “No One Like You” — Baptist

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Church, Aylesford 9am–5:30pm • Special speaker Kim Muirhead & music by Roxeen Roberts. All Ladies Welcome. TIX: $25, meals included INFO: Cheryl, 902-538-8144 / cherylllloyd@hotmail.com Valley Trekker Volksport Club — Sobey’s Fast Fuel, Coldbrook 10am • Join the Valley Trekkers for the Coldbrook Trails walk. Meet at Sobey’s Fast Fuel. Take Exit 14 off Hwy 101. Registration begins at 9:30am for walking at 10am. This is a 10km, 2B walk.

INFO: 902-679-4814 Recovery Day: ED-ucation on Eating Disorders Seminar — Lions Club, Wolfville 10:30am–5pm • Hear stories of hope & recovery; find out about the power of peer support; find out what treatment is available locally; & much more. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-697-2307 / brigdaniels1@hotmail.com Open House — Pisiquid Canoe Club, Windsor, NS 11am–2pm • Tour the club, meet the coaches, and sign up to learn to paddle on beautiful Lake Pisiquid! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-830-9047 / hall.christian@outlook.com Tabletop Games Day — Recreation Centre, Kentville 12–9pm • Join us for the official launch of the Kings Tabletop and Boardgame Society for a full day of tabletop and boardgames! TIX: no admission charge – donations accepted to help cover event costs. INFO: info@ktabs.ca Open House — Creative Hairstyling Salon, 112 Front St, Wolfville 1–4pm • Welcome Hair Colour Technician Turner Wells for a meet & greet and some fun Hair Colour consultations! The first 25 people to make an appt with Turner (in person or by phone) for a European Saran Wrapped Multicoloured Weave Method for Hi & Lo-lights, Shimmering Colours, Colour Corrections & Bioscal Scalp Manipulation Massage Therapy, will receive 50% off your first appt.

INFO: 902-798-4539 Spring Tea and Fashion Show — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 2–4pm • Watch a fashion show and enjoy a spring tea.

Desserts, Jewellery table, door prizes. TIX: $10 adult, no charge for children 10 and under. INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Fish Chowder Supper — Community Hall, Greenwich 4:30–6pm • Fish chowder, tea biscuit, variety of desserts and drinks. TIX: $10 adult, $5 children under 12 INFO: 902-542-7412 / mb.brown@ns.sympatico.ca Fun Fair — Baptist Church, North Alton 4:30–7pm • Games, prizes, fish pond, cake walk, face painting, silent auction and BBQ. TIX: no charge INFO: cecelias@eastlink.ca Ham, Beans and Scallop Supper — Community Centre, Gaspereau 4:30–6pm • Ham, home made baked beans and potato scallop dinner with homemade pies for dessert. TIX: $11 a plate or $25 for a family. INFO: 902-542-2084 / info@gaspereau.ca Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction — Lions Club, Berwick 5pm • Boys Axe volleyball club and the Berwick Lions will hold a spaghetti dinner/ silent auction in support of the under 14 and under 18 teams, raising money to attend National competitions in May. Caesar salad, spaghetti, garlic toast, dessert. TIX: $15 adult, $12 children under 12 @ Wilson’s Pharmasave (Berwick), or by phone.

INFO: 902-670-1922 / suecorbin@hotmail.ca International Community Pot Luck Supper — PeopleWorx, Coldbrook NS 5:30pm • Hosted

by The Immigrant Support Group. Bring a food dish to share and welcome our new neighbors and friends. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-679-7592 / vpetrie@peopleworx.ca Spring Gala — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 6–11pm • Join us for the annual VRHF Spring Gala “A Stroll Down Memory Lane.” Four course dinner with local wines by Jason Lynch, Le Caveau and entertainment by comedian Jay Malone.

TIX: $125/ticket @ VRHF Office INFO: 902-678-5414 / katherine.macarthur@nshealth.ca Fundraiser for ‘Open Arms’ — New Beginnings Center, Greenwood 6–10pm • Hosted by ‘Left of Center’ with musical guests: Left of center, S and M, Katherine Rix, Mark Clarke Trio, and Vance McCloud. Canteen and 50/50 draw. TIX: donation INFO: 902-765-6424 / lloydhaight@eastlink.ca Spring Auction — Horton Community Centre, Grand Pré 7pm • Auctioneer Paul Saulnier. Items donated by local businesses and local residents. Bake table. 50/50 draw. Canteen service available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-3150 Paint Night — Glooscap Curling Club, Kentville 7–10pm • In support of the Glooscap

Curling Club! TIX: $40 INFO: 902-679-1445 / info@glooscapcurling.ca Dance: Appaloosa — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm • 19 and over. Bar and kitchen open. TIX: $7 non members, $5 members INFO: 902-678-8935 Dance — Fire Hall, Waterville 9pm–12:30am • Music by Ruth Manning and the Prospectors Band. 50/50 draw and a door prize for $100 worth of oil from Fuel For Less in Waterville and Bridgetown. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-538-1496 / rmanning@bellaliant.net Bottle Drive — Horton High School, Greenwich 11– 1:30pm • Horton High Safe Grad Bottle Drive. Please drop off bottles at Valley Recycling Depot (Greenwich) before noon, or help to fill the big truck at the school parking lot between 12–1:30pm. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-3805 / shellywsp@gmail.com

SUNDAY, APRIL 23

Spring has Sprung Breakfast — Fire Hall, Nictaux 8–11am • Scrambled eggs, baked ham, hash browns, home made baked beans, toast, tea, juice, coffee. 50/50 draw. TIX: donation INFO: 902-825-2264 Apple Tree Foundation 5k & 10k — Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre, Waterville 10am • On-site Registration opens 8:30am, or register online (events.runningroom.com). Adult & youth categories.

TIX: 5k Run/Walk: $30 adult, $15 youth (under 16). 10k Run: $45 adult, $25 youth (under 16) INFO: 902-538-3103 x172 / foundation@krrc.ns.ca Sparky’s Birthday — Fire Hall, Port Williams 2–4pm • Fun activities, special guests, cake and Sparky!

Come meet your local firefighters and fire trucks up close. Cake served at 3pm. TIX: no charge INFO: Facebook: Port Williams Fire Department Valley Woodturners — 2248 White Rock Rd., Gaspereau 2–4pm • A meeting of local woodturners to discuss topics of common interest. INFO: Dianne Looker, 902-542-3897 / dianne.looker@msvu.ca Country Music Show — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 2–4:30pm • Ruth Manning and the Prospectors band with special guest Matt Balsor.

50/50 draw and door prizes. TIX: $10 at the door.

INFO: 902-538-1496 / rmanning@bellaliant.net Annual Celebration of Spring Service — Torbrook Mines United Church 3pm • Inspirational Readings of Poetry and Scripture. Guest Soloist – Wynne MacAskill Delaney. TIX: no charge INFO: njarmstrong@eastlink.ca Fundy Cinema screens A MAN CALLED OVE — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • A heartwarming tale about a retired widower and curmudgeon, who keeps a critical eye on his neighbours and has all but given up on the world, until a new family moves in across the street and an unexpected friendship emerges.

TIX: $9 INFO:902-542-1050 Hymn Sing — Baptist Church, Forest Hill 7–9pm • Refreshment and fellowship to follow. TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-2601 / judyssin@eastlink.ca Marimba — Wolfville Baptist Church, Wolfville 7:30–8:45pm • Marimba Recital with Naoko Tsujita.

Guest Performers Ken Shorley, Mia Elizabeth, Lauryn Wadden. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-5834 / soundcircles@gmail.com Variety Show — Community Center, Black Rock 8pm • Featuring Matt Lung & Friends, Cy Bow & Friends, and Ox Bow Mountain Boys plus many other local talents. Canteen, 50-50 tickets. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-7887 / paulaangelhope@bellaliant.net

MONDAY, APRIL 24

Toddler Tonics — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 9:30–10:30am. Also May 1 • Enjoy a morning of physical activity, fun, and meet new families. This program is a parent – child interactive program. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Storytime — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 9:30–10:30am. Also May 1 • Foster the love of reading in your child. Free childcare available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Family Caregiver Education Series — Baptist Church, Middleton 1:30–3:30pm • The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia invites families of persons newly diagnosed with dementia to our Family Caregiver Education Series in Middleton. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-790-4189 / pat.miller@asns.ca Darts — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7pm. Also May 1 • Darts. Mixed doubles, draw for partner, round robin format. Cash prize to winners and

high score. TIX: $3 to play INFO: 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com 1984 — The Box of Delights Bookshop, Wolfville 7–9pm • Books to Film presents George Orwell’s “1984” to show support for The United States of Cinema initiative. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-4511 / boxofdelightsbooks@gmail.com

TUESDAY, APRIL 25

Soup Luncheon — Fire Hall, Middleton 11am–1pm • Fireflies Luncheon. Corn chowder and split pea soup, chili with rice, and home-made French bread.

Lemon and pumpkin desserts. TIX: $8 each for soup, $9 for Chili INFO: Bonnie, 902-825-3062 Play With Me — Autism Centre, Kingston 1:30–2:30pm. Also May 2 • Play is a very important part of a child’s growth and development. Come be creative, active, and engaged with your child/ children. All ages welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Crib — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7pm. Also May 2 • Team play. Includes high hand, 50/50, cash prizes and an ongoing Cookie Jar. TIX: $10 per player INFO: 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com Historical Society — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 7:30pm • Guest speaker: Tom Stinson on the West Nova Scotia Regiment. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-825-6116 Historical Show and Tell — Kings County Museum, Kentville 7:30–9pm • Everything has a story!

Bring something to stump our folks! TIX: donation INFO: 902-678-6237 / info@kingscountymuseum.ca

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26

Rhyme Time — TWO LOCATIONS: Lions Club, Kingston 9:30–10:30am / Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 10–11am. Also May 3 •

Children love to move and sing! Our Rhyme Time will teach you and your child many new songs, rhymes, and movement activities. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Baby and Me — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 10:30–11:30am. Also May 3 • A great place to connect with other moms and babies, share stories and learn songs and rhymes you can do together. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca National Association of Federal Retirees — Lions Club, Coldbrook 12pm • Annual General Meeting.

TIX: $5 for cold plate luncheon INFO: 902-365-2453 / Alicia.aa@bellaliant.net Tumblebugs — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 1–2pm. Also May 3 • Teaches basic movement and modified gymnastics that are fun, safe, and developmentally appropriate.

TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca

TIDE PREDICTIONS

at Cape Blomidon

Source: Canadian Fisheries & Oceans. www.waterlevels.gc.ca APR

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There are normally two high and two low tides each day.

Only daylight tide times are listed. * Highest High: 44.6 feet ** Lowest High: 34.8 feet

TICKET GIVEAWAY– CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO: BLUEGRASS DOUBLE BILL: SLOCAN RAMBLERS AND ALAN JEFFRIES BAND. Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor. Saturday, May 6, 7pm. Draw date: Monday, May 1.

Enter all draws: valleyevents.ca/win Support Services Group Walkathon — Clock Park, Wolfville 1–2:30pm • SSG walkathon to raise

funds for social, recreational, and skill building for members. Members and staff will be gathering sponsors in advance of this event. We invite Community Members to join us in support of this endeavour. TIX: donation INFO: 902-690-5036 / bbrewster@ssgns.ca Turkey Supper & Sale — St. James Anglican Church, Kentville 4:30–7pm • Turkey dinner with all the fixings! Pick up available. TIX: $12 adults, $6 children under 12 (eat-in only) INFO: 902-678-3123 / stjames@ns.sympatico.ca Spaghetti Supper — United Church, Kingston 4:30–6pm • Spaghetti, tossed salad, rolls, dessert, tea/coffee. Take out available. TIX: $10 adults, $6 children 12 and under @ the door INFO: 902-765-3621 / njarmstrong@eastlink.ca Turkey Supper — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 4:30–6pm • Turkey Supper with all the trimmings.

Take outs available by calling after 4pm. TIX: $12 INFO: 902-582-7246 April Flavours Gala Dinner and Auction — Louis

Millet Community Complex, New Minas 6–9pm

• The four course menu showcases delicious foods and beverages provided by more than 30 outstanding Producers and Chefs! TIX: $35 in advance, $40 at the door, $15 children under 12 @ Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville), Henny Penny’s Farm Market (New Minas) INFO: 902-542-3442 / lbest@ns.sympatico.ca Pool — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7pm. Also May 3 • Round robin format, cash prize to winner and an ongoing Cookie Jar. TIX: $3 to play INFO: 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

Let’s Get Messy! — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 9:30–10:30am. Also May 4 •

Bring your child out to explore various art forms and sensory opportunities. This program is a parent-child interactive group. All ages welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Plein Air Miner’s Marsh — Miners Marsh, Kentville 10am–1pm • Welcome to the first of 26 paint outs for the 2017 season. Today, our Plein Air Art Annapolis Valley group meets at the entry to the Miner’s Marsh Trail TIX: no charge INFO: 902-701-8106 / edwardwedler@gmail.com Chicken BarBQue — Fire Hall, New Minas 11am– 8pm • 1/2 chicken, potato salad, coleslaw, roll.

Delivery available All proceeds go to the New Minas Volunteer Fire Department. TIX: $12 per plate. Call for tickets. INFO: 902-678-9524 / 902-681-6661 / huntleyjoew@gmail.com

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

Art Fun Paint Night — Fire Hall, Margaretsville 6:30–8:30pm • An evening of fun filled painting.

No experience necessary. Proceeds for the Margaretsville Fire Hall Warming Center renovations.

TIX: $40 includes all supplies. Tickets: Bev, 902-825-1266 / artfun.ca INFO: 902-825-2793 / pjlebell007@gmail.com Dance: The John Geddes Band — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7–8pm • 19+ TIX: $5 per person INFO: 902-798-2031 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com Music Night — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 9pm–1am • Music night with Millet & Hunt. Open to everyone 19+. No debit on site. TIX: $5 at the door INFO: 902-582-7246

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

Giant Flea Market — Lions Club, Canning 8am–1pm • Proceeds for Canning District Seniors

Group TIX: no charge INFO: Gladys Starratt, 902-678-2030 / Eugene Thibideau, 902-365-2345 /

tapgap@xcountry.tv Indoor Yard Sale — Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Aldershot 8am–12pm • Indoor Yard Sale. Rain or Shine. Household items, plants, clothing, books, collectibles. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-3198 / bmbc@ns.aliantzinc.ca Indoor Yard Sale — Kings Presbyterian Church, New Minas 8am–12pm • Find something new to you. TIX: donation INFO: 902-681-2680 Yard Sale — Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Middleton 8am–12pm • Yard Sale. Many treasured items. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-825-2326 Indoor Yard Sale — Community Hall, Somerset 8am–1pm • Proceeds to help keep Hall operational. If you have items you would like to donate please call. Hot dogs, tea, coffee will be available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-670-7566 / elva.kelley@ns.sympatico.ca Authors for Indies — The Box of Delights Bookshop, Wolfville 9am–5pm • Authors nationwide will spend April 29 volunteering as booksellers in independent bookshops TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-9511 / boxofdelightsbooks@gmail.com Acadia Dump and Run — Acadia Athletic Complex, Wolfville 9am–1pm • A large campus-community garage sale. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-585-1311 / dumpandrun@acadiau.ca Businesses and Networking Workshop — Community Hall, Harbourville 9:30am–1pm • As an entrepreneur you can truly benefit from this insightful workshop to improve your business and networking skills! Potluck sweets are always welcome! TIX: $15 at the door, includes coffee, tea and soup for lunch!

INFO: unitedtapestry@gmail.com Stamp Exhibition, Show & Sale — Community Centre, Port Williams 10am–3:30pm • Valley Stamp Club Exhibition, TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-4411 HART’s Birthday Bash! — Fire Hall, Aylesford

10am–3pm • Flea market tables, crafts, bake sale,

50/50 draw, home made spa products and more.

TIX: no admission. Tables: $20 each, 2 for $25 INFO: 902-321-0159 / valleyhart@hotmail.com Dance Day — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 12–4:30pm • Cadance Academy invites you to come celebrate International Dance Day! Have fun, learn a variety of different dance styles and win door prizes. For ages 4+ TIX: no charge INFO: 902-679-3616 / info@cadanceacademy.ca So You Want to Be Published — St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville 1–3pm • Learn from A J B Johnston and Sarah Sawler as they share everything they know about the publishing process – from non-fiction and magazine articles, to short stories and novels. TIX: $15 members, $25 non-Members INFO: 902-423-8116 / programs@writers.ns.ca Road to Recovery Walk/Run — Robie Tufts Nature Centre, Wolfville 1–4pm • A walk/run to support families as partners in mental health care. 1km awareness walk OR 5km run/walk, hills or flat according to the luck of the draw. Proceeds to the Kings County Schizoprehenia Society and CMHA-Kings. TIX: donation INFO: 902-679-7464 / director@cmhakings.ns.ca Ham Supper — Baptist Church, Avonport 4–6pm • TIX: $12 adults, $6 children 12 and under INFO: 902-542-5396 Variety Supper — Baptist Church, North Alton 4:30pm • Proceeds for church work. TIX: $12 adults, $6 children under 12 INFO: 902-678-7168 / valerihope@hotmail.com

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WEEKLY EVENTS PLEASE NOTE: Event information may change without notice.

THURSDAYS

Gab and Grub Social — CMHA Kings County

TIX: Tickets 3 for $5. Supper $8. Dessert $2.

INFO: 902-538-5815 Chase the Ace — Curling Club, Middleton 6:30–8pm • Draw at 8pm. Enjoy playing cribbage, Crokinole, Yahtzee in the dining hall. TIX: 3 tickets for $5.

INFO: 902-825-2695 / bemorine@hotmail.com Boardgame Night — C@P Lab, Wolfville Public Library, 7pm. Bring your games! Ages 12+ FEE: no charge INFO: 902-790-4536 / turpin56@gmail.com Friday Night Jam — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville, 7–10pm. INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com

Branch, Kentville 1–3pm. Social time for adults who independently live with mental illness, including anxiety and depression. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-670-4103 / club@cmhakings.ns.ca The Hantsport Seniors & Elders Club “Drop-in” — St. Andrews Church Hall, Hantsport 1–4pm. Play an assortment of games with a tea-break at 3pm. All ages! INFO: 902-352-2085 / davidold@eastlink.ca In the Round Knitting Group — Gaspereau Valley Fibres 1–4:30pm. Also Tuesdays 6–9pm. Bring your knitting, rug hooking, spinning, or felting.

INFO: 902-542-2656 / gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Taekwondo — Baptist Church, North Alton 6pm (kids 4–8), 6:30pm (kids 9–14), 7:30pm (adult).

Also Tuesdays. Exercise, self defense, respect, listening skills, focus, self discipline and confidence.

TIX: no charge to try a class INFO: 902-670-8714 / devin@ennissecurity.ca NonDuality Meetup — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 7pm–9pm. Every other Thursday (Next: April 27). Non-denominational discussion of life and our place in the scheme of things. 19+ FEE: no charge INFO: 902-365-5235 / johnotvos@hotmail.com Tremont Board Game Café — Tremont Hall, 738 Tremont Mountain Rd., 7–9:30pm, every 1st and 3rd Thursday (Next: April 20, May 4). The newest, coolest games in a friendly, relaxed environment. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-765-4326 Cardio Kickboxing — Baptist Church, North Alton 8:30–9:30pm. Also Tuesdays. Adult class to improve coordination, strength building, cardiovascular improvements, self defence, stress reduction, and weight reduction. TIX: no charge for 1st week of classes INFO: 902-670-8714 / devin@ennissecurity.ca

Wolfville Farmers’ Market — DeWolfe Building, Elm Ave., Wolfville 8:30am–1pm INFO: April 22 Music: Heather Kelday Theme: Celebrate the Seed April 29 Music: Zackary Miller wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca Drop in and Drum! — Baptist Church, Wolfville 1–2:30pm. W/Bruno Allard. Learn to play the djembe with rhythms & songs from West Africa.

Drums provided. FEE: $5–$10 (pay what you can) INFO: brunoallard7@gmail.com / facebook: Djembes and Duns Wolfville Chase the Ace — Legion, Kingston 1–3pm.

Tickets are 3 for $5. Draw 3:30pm. 19+ to play.

INFO: 902-765-4428 / legion98sect@eastlink.ca Valley Game Night — Gametronics, New Minas 6pm.

Board game/card game group. Yu Gi Oh – Thursdays, 6pm. Magic: The Gathering – Fridays, 6pm FEE: no charge INFO: facebook.com/GameTronics

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MONDAYS

Association, New Minas 1–4pm. Arts and crafts program for adults who live independently with mental illness, including depression and anxiety. Materials provided. TIX: no charge, but please pre-register. INFO: 902-670-4103 / club@cmhakings.ns.ca Chase The Ace — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5–7pm • Downstairs; use back door. Everyone welcome. April 28: Open mic. Cash bar. 19+

Board game group. New players welcome! FEE: no charge INFO: meetup.com/valleygames / turpin56@gmail.com Toastmasters — 2nd Floor, K.C. Irving Centre, Acadia 6:30–8:30pm. Communication and leadership skill-building for students and community members.

INFO: wolfvilletoastmasters.com Kings Community Concert Band — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 7:15pm. KCCB is a group of aspiring

Art for Wellness — Canadian Mental Health

SATURDAYS

SUNDAYS

Windsor Meditation Group — Visitor Information

Centre Space in the Windsor Community Centre, 321 Gerrish St., Windsor 10:30am–noon. Join us for meditation in the Shambhala tradition, discussion and tea. All welcome. Wheelchair accessible ramp. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-798-2958 / windsormeditationgroup@gmail.com

Windsor Game Night — Library, Windsor 6pm.

musicians, diverse in age, ability and ambition.

We would love to have you join us! Our talented director capably guides us to perform a wide variety of music for the community. INFO: Fraser Campbell, 902-306-0077 / kingsconcert@gmail.com

TUESDAYS

County Crafters — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 9:30–11:30am • Crafting for all adults. You can bring along your hobby and work on your own projects or come and enjoy a craft project provided for you. Childcare is available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Friends in Bereavement — Support, information, friendship, and confidentiality while grieving the death of a loved one. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (Next: May 2), in Kentville and Berwick. BERWICK: Western Kings Mem. Health Centre,10am–12pm.

KENTVILLE: United Baptist Church, Kentville 2–4pm.

Sponsored by Careforce. INFO: 902-681-8239 / friendsinbereavement@gmail.com Gaeilge sa Ghleann – Irish in the Valley — Greenwood, 1pm. Learn to speak Gaeilge!

INFO: HighburyPaul@gmail.com / Facebook: Gaeilge sa Ghleann Rug Hooking in Kentville — Kentville Lower Recreation Centre (354 Main Street), 1–3pm. If you are a rug hooker or want to learn, join us for social hooking!

Tea/coffee available, $5 drop in fee. INFO: Mona, monapearl@ns.sympatico.ca Rug Hooking — 57 Eden Row, Greenwich 1–3:30pm.

Drop-in rug hooking. FEE: donation INFO: Kay, 902-697-2850 Free Ice Skating — Kentville Centennial Arena 3–4pm. Also Wednesdays. INFO: 902-679-2539 / jwest@kentville.ca Toastmasters — Birchall Training Centre, 14 Wing Greenwood 6:30pm. Learn communication and leadership skills in a fast-paced, fun setting. Guests always welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: annapolisvalley.easy-speak.org / edwardwedler@gmail.com Cribbage — Berwick Legion, 7pm. Includes high hand, 50/50,1st, 2nd & 3rd place cash prizes, and an ongoing Cookie Jar. FEE: $10 per player INFO: 902-538-5815 Jijuktukwejk (ji-ji-WUK-tuk) Watershed Alliance — Berwick Lions Club, 7pm. 3rd Tues. each month (Next: May 16). Learn about the river, paddling and hiking along the banks, and help to make it cleaner. INFO: Jennifer, 902-538-0520 / cornwallisriver@gmail.com

Valley Voices — Kentville Baptist Church CE Centre, 7–9:30pm. A vibrant, female a cappella show chorus. Women of any age are welcome.

INFO: valleyvoices.org / 902-448-2414 / valleyvoices@harmonyarea1.ca Valley Scottish Country Dance Classes — Riverside Court (upstairs), 125 Webster St., Kentville.

7:30–9:30pm. Winter term is Feb. 7 – May 9.

FEE: $6 a night, or $60 for the 14-week term INFO: keppie@eastlink.ca Board Game Night — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8pm–12am TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-0059 / judy@paddys.ca

WEDNESDAYS

What’s Brewin, Coffee Time — Community Hall, Greenwich 9:30–11am • Join us for coffee/tea and a muffin. Chat with friends, new and old!

TIX: donation INFO: Darlene, 902-542-3498 / darlene.hennigar@gmail.com / Bev, 902-542-7412 Kentville Farmers’ Market — Rec. Centre, Kentville 10am–2pm. Open year-round. Fresh farm products, bread, honey, maple syrup, cheese, hot lunch food, and more. INFO: marketmanager@kentville.ca / kentvillefarmersmarket.ca Valley Youth Project — Louis Millett Community Complex, Rm 128, New Minas, 6:30–8:30pm.

First and third Wed. of each month, Sept–June (Next: May 3). Social drop-in for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, 25 years & under. FEE: no charge INFO: valleyyouthproject.wordpress.com Chase The Ace — Lions Club, 36 Elm Ave., Wolfville 5–8:15pm. Draw shortly after 8pm. Come early to play cards with friends, or have a snack at our canteen. INFO: 902-542-4508 Wolfville Community Choir — St. Francis of Assisi Parish Centre, 118 Main St., Wolfville. 6–7:30pm.

W/Susan Dworkin, Director. New members welcome!

INFO: 902-300-1001 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com New Horizons Band — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7pm. Sept. to May. Fun, informal community band under the direction of Brian Johnston. New members welcome! FEE: small fee per term to cover expenses INFO: 902-542-7557 / nhbwolfville@gmail.com Card Party — Northville Farm Heritage Centre, Billtown 7–9pm. Until the end of April. Come and play either crib or 45’s. Door prize of $20 each week! FEE: $4 INFO: 902-678-4206 / ruthbentley80@gmail.com / northvillefarm.ca April 20 – May 4, 2017 | 13

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St. Mary’s Supper` — Lions Club, Auburn 4:30–6:30pm • Ham, baked beans, potato scallop, apple crisp, tea and coffee. Take outs available TIX: donation INFO: 902-847-9847 / robardecoste@ns.sympatico.ca Night in White Gala — Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville 6–11pm • Fundraiser for The Free Spirit Therapeutic Riding Association, a charity located in Aylesford.

FSTRA provides therapeutic riding lessons to individuals of all ages who present with a wide range of exceptionalities or mental health concerns. 3 course meal. Live band. Silent auction. Door Prizes. TIX: $60 per person, $110 a couple @ Scotiabank (Greenwood) INFO: 902-670-8402 / fstra12@gmail.com Valley Vines — Farmers Market, Wolfville 6–9pm • A wine pairing night like no other, featuring 100% Nova Scotian wines and foods. In Support of the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival. TIX: $35 in advance, $40 at the door INFO: 902-678-8322 / info@appleblossom.com Bluegrass Gospel evening — Baptist Church, Coldbrook 6:30pm • Featuring Nearly Departed.

Proceeds will be donated to Acadia Divinity College for repairs. TIX: donation INFO: 902-679-0112 Variety Show — United Church, Kingston 7–9pm • Fun filled evening of skits guaranteed to make you laugh. Music by the Combo – Marion Krisk; Graham Moorehead and Ruth Manning, plus much more. Canteen at intermission. TIX: donation INFO: 902-765-3621 / njarmstrong@eastlink.ca Jenn Grant — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8pm • “Paradise” - an album that sees a new dimension in Grant’s songwriting with depths of sonic beauty and melodic landscapes, touching upon balladry, R&B and electronic music along the way. TIX: $25, $10 students INFO: 902-825-6834 / evergreentheatre@gmail.com Dance — Lions Club, Kentville 8pm–1am • Dance DJ: Heavy Cream. Door prize and spot dances. Bar available. TIX: $6 person INFO: Myrna, 902-679-5861 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com Dance: Double Trouble — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm • 19 and over. Bar and kitchen open. TIX: $7 non members, $5 members INFO: 902-678-8935 Ticket Auction — South Alton Community Center, Kentville 11:30–1:30pm • Fundraiser for Muscular Dystrophy Canada TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-5881 / shelly.blackman@ns.sympatico.ca

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

Fur To Feathers Ticket Auction — Fire Hall, Waterville 12–2pm • Lots of new items, and large lots of items. Free admission and lots of fun. We will be having our famous hot dogs and onion, see you there. TIX: $2 each or 3 for $5. Our envelopes are $2,5,10 dollars. INFO: 902-538-8618 / janelloydperry@hotmail.com Ham & Turkey Bingo — Community Hall, Ardoise 1–4pm • Prizes include cash, turkey, ham, merchandise, and our Toonie & Loonie Jar. TIX: $1 to $15 INFO: 902-757-3217 / chair@ardoisehall.ca Variety Show / Auction — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 1–4:30pm • Music by Country Heat, Basil Davidson, Ernie Whiston, Carl Coleman and Carl Adams. Canteen & 50/50 draw. Auction of items during the show. TIX: donation INFO: 902-582-3157 ABF Leadership Candidate TEA — Baptist Church, Hantsport 2pm • Speaker Don Bureaux, Pres. of NSCC, on leadership. Gluten free options available. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-691-0760 / nsteaconsultant@gmail.com Fundy Cinema screens THEIR FINEST — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • Lone Scherfig directs a sterling British cast—including Gemma Arterton and Bill Nighy—in this rousing romantic comedy about a group of filmmakers struggling to make an inspirational film to boost morale during the Blitz of London in World War II. TIX: $9 INFO: 902-542-1050 Corb Lund Celebrates Canada 150 — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–10pm • Come join in the continuing celebration of Canada's 150th birthday with Corb Lund, one of the country's finest singer songwriters. TIX: $37 (includes fees and HST) @ Wilson's Pharmasave, Cochrane's Pharmasave, Windsor Home Hardware INFO: office@deeprootsmusic.ca

MONDAY, MAY 1

Jam Session — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–9:30pm • Serving the local communities, for performers, dancers and listening audience. Live music and vocals.

Enjoy an entertaining night out. Refreshments provided. TIX: $2, no charge for children under 12

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INFO: 902-582-3549 / roncorkum@xcountry.tv

TUESDAY, MAY 2

NAFR Annual Meeting and Dinner — Lions Club, Kingston 11:30am–2pm • National Association

of Federal Retirees Annapolis Valley Branch AGM with turkey dinner. TIX: $10 members, $12 invited guests INFO: Carolyn or Bill, 902-765-8590 / NAFR75@gmail.com Municipal Council — County of Kings Municipal Complex, Kentville 6pm • TIX: no charge INFO: 888-337-2999

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3

Shiretown Singers Finale — United Baptist Church, Centreville 7–9pm • Join the 28 person choir and musicians for an evening of favourites from 4 different genres. This will be the last year for the choir, and it will be a special evening for everyone. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-365-2677 / smithrsx@yahoo.ca

THURSDAY, MAY 4

Author: Terry Gibbs — The Box of Delights Bookshop, Wolfville 6:30–8pm • Terry Gibbs will present his new book, “Why the Dalai Lama is a Socialist: Buddhism, Socialism and the Compassionate Society. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-9511 / boxofdelightsbooks@gmail.com Shiretown Singers Finale — United Baptist Church, Centreville 7–9pm • The Shiretown Singers Finale Concerts will mark the last year of performances by the 28 person Shiretown choir and musicians. Join us for a special evening of favourite songs, sing-alongs and medleys. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-365-2677 / smithrsx@yahoo.ca Fundy Cinema screens KEDI — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Filmmaker Ceyda Torun offers an absorbing cat’s-eye view of the colours, textures and pace of modern Istanbul, a city where cats roam freely and their existence is deeply intertwined with that of their human counterparts, who regard caring for these animals as a social and religious obligation. TIX: $9 INFO: 902-542-1050

LIVE THEATRE

Spreading It Around — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville April 21, 22, 28, 29, May 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 7:30pm, April 30, May 14, 2pm • Angela

Drayton, a wealthy widow living in an upscale retirement community, is tired of handing out money to her unappreciative children. So she starts the “S.I.N. (Spending It Now) Foundation,” to give to those truly in need. Strong language.

TIX: $15 adult, $12 student/senior (cash or cheque only). Call for reservations. INFO: 902-678-8040 / centrestage@centrestagetheatre.ca Cinema: Bahubali The Conclusion — Al Whittle

Theatre, Wolfville April 27, 7pm, April 28, 6:45pm & 10pm, April 29, 9:30am, 12:30pm, 3:40pm.

6:45pm, April 30, 12:30pm, 9:30pm, May 1, 6:30pm, May 2, 6:30pm, May 3, 9:30pm, May 4, 6:30pm, May 5, 3pm, May 6, 1pm, May 7, 3pm • When Shiva, the son of Bahubali, learns about his heritage, he begins to look for answers.

His story is juxtaposed with past events that unfolded in the Mahishmati Kingdom. TIX: $25 adults, $10 children INFO: Suman, 902-418-6046 / latitudebox@gmail.com School of Rock: The Musical — Fountain Hall

Performing Arts Centre, Windsor April 28, 29, 7pm, April 29, 2pm • Rock got no reason, rock got

no rhyme…You better get me to school on time!

School of Rock is a two-hour, two-act musical (plus intermission), based on the hit movie. TIX: $15 adults, $10 students/seniors @ King’s-Edgehill School INFO: 902-798-2278 / tmaclean@kes.ns.ca Halifax Theatre for Young People: Two in the Coop — Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor April 29, 2pm • Written by Ron Fromstein, Two in the Coop is the story of Brad and Pete – two fledglings who must decide how to cope when their mother does not return to the nest as expected. Through clever banter, bickering and bravado, the playwright explores children’s fears of abandonment and death, sibling relationships and power dynamics, and the many anxieties of coming of age. Equal parts humorous and profound, the play tackles sensitive topics with ease and grace. TIX: $13 advance, $15 door @ Ticketpro.ca, 1-888-311-9090, Home Hardware (Windsor) INFO: 902-798-5841 / puppets@mermaidtheatre.ca Dinner Theatre — Fire Hall, Kentville April 29, 8pm • Melissa Vidito and her cast are pleased to present Head Over Heels! The big day has finally arrived for sweethearts Charlie and Jessica. Everything would be perfect if it weren’t for their family, friends and

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a slew of disastrous twists of fate. TIX: $50 INFO: 902-690-7397 / crystalconnors1976@hotmail.com

INFO: 902-538-4030 Community Showcase — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2–4pm • Initiated by the Friends of the Hantsport Public Library, this event will showcase the many artistic and literary talents in the Hantsport area and celebrate the completion of the lower level of the library. There will be exhibits by local artists, readings by local authors, and music by local musicians as well as light refreshments.

INFO: 902-684-0103

Duly Noted — Acadia University Art Gallery, Wolfvile.

Until April 21 • This exhibition presents works from the permanent collection to showcase the ways in which artists have responded to social, political and historical moments. Given the current political and social climate, the exhibition hopes to provoke thought and conversation in the ways we can each stand up… be counted… and be part of the dialogue…

INFO: 902-585-1373 / artgallery@acadiau.ca Apple Bin Art Gallery — Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville • Affordable, original art created by Valley artists. Part proceeds go towards hospital equipment and Annapolis Valley health care programs.

Art Show – Art Out Loud — Phoenix Hollow B&B, 65 Chestnut St., Windsor May 7, 12–5pm • In Proud Support of the SPCA. INFO: 1-866-900-6910 / me@kellymitchelmore.ca

@ THE LIBRARY For complete list of library events: valleylibrary.ca. All events are no charge/ no registration unless otherwise stated.

THURSDAY, APRIL 20

Join the Story Circle — Library, Windsor 6:30–8pm.

Also May 4 • Facilitated by local author Barry Braun.

INFO: 902-798-5424

FRIDAY, APRIL 21

One on One Tech Tutorials — For details, see listing under Classes, Workshops, Retreats TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-5760 / wolfvillecap@valleylibrary.ca

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

Book Club 150: Ron Lightburn — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 11am–12pm • Ron

Lightburn is a featured author/illustrator for our Book Club 150 in April. Come hear him read his latest book, Frankenstink, and make some garbage crafts with Valley Waste! For ages 4 and up. Please register.

INFO: 902-538-4030

MONDAY, APRIL 24

Popovers — Library, Kingston 10–11am. Also May 1 • For preschool age children, accompanied by parent or caregiver. Registration is appreciated.

INFO: 902-765-3631 Fibre Ops — Library, Windsor 10am–12pm • For knitters, crocheters, hookers, spinners, and weavers. Bring your own project. Everyone welcome.

INFO: 902-798-5424

TUESDAY, APRIL 25

Atlas — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 3–4:30pm. Also May 2 • You will cook, craft, and play your way through fun activities that will challenge your skills and help your community.

A refuelling snack will be provided. For ages 10–14.

INFO: 902-684-0103

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

Creative Fibre Arts — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 6–8pm • Bring your own project and meet

new friends. Everyone welcome! INFO: 902-538-4030 Homework Help/Tutoring — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 6–8pm • Free tutoring and homework help for Grade 9–12 Math, Physics, Chemistry & French by qualified NS teacher, Jake Marion. Please book a time. INFO: Jake, marianja@sepne.ca / library, 902-684-0103

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

Fibre Ops — Library, Windsor 10am–12pm • Bring your own project. Everyone welcome.

INFO: 902-798-5424 Coffee & Conversation — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 10–11:30am • Conversation Starter – Berwick community gardens. Join us once a month at the library, Berwick’s living room, for coffee, tea and conversation with your community neighbours.

Each month a guest will help us get the conversation started. INFO: 902-538-4030

SATURDAY, 29

Book Sale — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 10am–12pm • All proceeds to support the Berwick and District Library. INFO: 902-538-4030 Make Your Own Mandala — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 12:30–2pm • Make your own Mandala. Dress to make a mess. For ages 5–14.

Space is limited so preregistration is required.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3

Babies & Books — Library, Windsor 10:30–11am • Ages 0–24 months with their caregivers.

INFO: 902-798-5424 Cozy Corner Storytime — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 10:30–11:30am • For ages 2–6 and their caregivers. INFO: 902-684-0103

THURSDAY, MAY 4

Creative Fibre Arts — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 1–3pm • Bring your own project and meet new friends. Everyone welcome!

INFO: 902-538-4030

WORKSHOPS, CLASSES, RETREATS Voice & Piano Lessons —­ W/Susan Dworkin.

All ages, levels. • Professional music education in Wolfville. INFO: 902-300-1001 / Susan_dworkin@hotmail.com Taoist Tai Chi™ — Louis Millett Community Centre, New Minas • Tuesdays: Continuing 7–9pm. Beginners 6–8pm. Thursdays: Continuing 12–2pm. Beginners 11am–1pm. INFO: Mary Anne, 902-678-4609 / kentville@taoist.org Lahara Yoga — We have an amazing workshop coming up on April 30th called ‘Yoga For People Who Thought They’d Never Do Yoga’ INFO/Reg: laharayoga.ca/workshops-.html Contact Improvisation Workshop — Sunday, April 30, 2–4:30pm @ Bishop Hall (Greenwich) • Introductory workshop on basic principles of contact dance. FEE: $12–18 sliding scale INFO: redrootdance@gmail.com One-on-One Tech Tutorials — Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays @ the Wolfville Memorial Library. • Bring in your own laptop, eReader, tablet, or Smartphone, or use our equipment. Book a one hour slot for personalized assistance and learning about downloading eBooks and audiobooks, setting up your tablet, getting an email account or learn other basic computing skills. Pre-registration is required. INFO: 902-542-5760 Yurt Building Workshop — Learn the skills to build your own yurt! Friday, April 21 6pm–Sunday April 23 5pm • Accommodation: Sleep, eat, learn and share with others in comfortable yurts equipped with a log burner. FEE: $360 plus tax, includes cozy yurt camping, gourmet local vegetarian food, and a yurt zine. INFO/Reg: lfy.ca / 902-670-4556 / info@lfy.ca Meeting Facilitation Skills — Want to work on meeting facilitation skills? • Training in “The Art of Hosting” – tools to guide conversations that matter happening in Grand Pré May 26–28. All details online. Hope to see you there!

INFO: aohvalley.weebly.com Kid Ink Comics and Illustration — 4–Week Course: Tuesdays, May 2–23, 2:45–4:30pm @ Cotton Tale Cafe + Play, New Minas • Do your children like comic books? Students will learn the process of creating their own illustrative work.

These art classes will show students how to use materials such as pen, ink, nib, brush, acrylic, and pencils. Using different techniques, students will work towards completed projects involving full pages, cover work, storyboarding, trading cards and more! No experience required. Teacher: local artist Patrick Bezanson. Limited spacing. FEE: $60 INFO: 902-680-1691

CAMPS

Summer Intensive Camp — August 7–25 • Come Join Edalene Theatre for an Amazing Summer Intensive Camp! This year we are doing the amazing Broadway hit – The Addams Family! Students will be trained in dance, music and theatre technique while rehearsing for a full scale musical production.

Ages 10–18. INFO: kerri@edalenetheatre.ca / edalenetheatre.ca

At Acadia

Acadia University | 15 University Ave, Wolfville.

902-542-2201 | Staffed Switchboard. 8:30am-4:30pm. agi@acadiau.ca – General Inquiries

A NEW COMMUNITY PARK AT WOLFVILLE SCHOOL David Edelstein, Playground Improvement Committee member On the heels of the major renovations to Wolfville School, the parent-led Playground Improvement Committee has unveiled plans for a re-imagined playground space. The “Wolfville School Activity Park” is a comprehensive plan to fill unused space and replace aging play equipment with new facilities and landscaping that will bring greater enjoyment of sports, fitness, and the outdoors to students and the entire community.

The new Activity Park is based around three main themes: sport, play, and nature.

Soccer court We will replace the bare dirt soccer field with a hard-surface, fenced-in soccer court that will be playable throughout most of the year. The court will be built to FIFA futsal standards and will be the first of its kind in Nova Scotia, providing a unique facility that will be open to all community members.

We will also refurbish the well-used basketball court that was installed during the last round of renovations.

Modern play equipment We will replace the aging play structure (mainly suited for grades Primary to 2) with modern, attractive equipment that will provide physical development activities for children of varying ages and abilities. Current plans include a multi-activity structure for younger students, a rope climbing structure and large spinner geared toward older children, double the current number of swings, and smaller items such as a boogie board, games, and musical instruments.

Students in wheelchairs will be able to access parts of the play structures, as well as other games and equipment. The play equipment will be underlain with wood fibre, for a natural look that is easy to maintain.

Natural fitness and play In its present state, the playground has no landscaping or natural elements other than grass.

Our plan is to fill the periphery of the playground with low-maintenance landscaping,

dotted with fitness stations and small play structures made primarily from natural materials (such as logs and lumber), to promote fitness and creative play among children and adults alike. Some of these structures would also provide space for socializing and outdoor class activities.

We need your help!

The estimated cost of this extensive renovation is $500,000. Work on the playground is being planned in stages, beginning this summer. The good news is that we are already one third of the way to our goal, thanks to a grant from the Town of Wolfville, early donations from community members, and a grant from the Mud Creek Rotary Club that requires $50,000 in matching personal donations from the community.

To make it the rest of the way, we are asking for the generous support of local community members and businesses. (The school board itself provides no funding for playground construction or renovation.) All donations are tax-deductible, and donations of $2500 or more will be given prominent recognition in the new Activity Park.

To donate, please make cheques payable to AVRSB Foundation and send to: Wolfville School Activity Park c/o Paula Henley, Finance Dept.

Annapolis Valley Regional School Board 121 Orchard St. Berwick, NS, B0P 1E0 Mother’s Day Raffle at the Farmers' Market Come visit us at the Wolfville Farmers' Market on May 13, where we’ll be sharing information about the Activity Park and selling raffle tickets for a beautiful Mother’s Day gift basket, filled with awesome goods and services donated by local businesses! It’s our first community fundraiser, and a chance for everyone to support this valuable recreation space in the heart of Wolfville.

WHAT’S GROWING AT THE HARRIET IRVING BOTANICAL GARDENS –

PLANTS FOR THE PLANET Melanie Priesnitz Conservation Horticulturist Gardening with native plants is a great way to help ensure that our little blue and green planet remains blue and green. Using native plants in home landscaping helps increase biodiversity, eliminates the need for pesticides and fertilizers, and increases the soil’s capacity to store water. Native species have evolved together in natural communities of plants, animals, and microorganisms and therefore work together and keep each other in check.

Plants from around here are also well adapted to our harsh winds, seasonal droughts, and temperature changes. No need to wrap a native tree in a sad old burlap sack!

Native plants are becoming more readily available in the horticulture industry. They are available locally at many nurseries, markets, and stores. Our volunteer group at the Botanical Gardens has held a native plant sale each year since 2003. It’s so wonderful to hear stories of the plants that community members have purchased over the years. Myriads of monarch butterflies have landed on milkweed

plants; much elderberry jam has been made; and many, many Valley gardens have been greened.

This year the Friends of the Acadian Forest Native Plant Sale takes place on Saturday May 6 from 9am to noon. A wide variety of native plants will be available, both from plants propagated by volunteers from seed collected at the Garden, and from local nurseries. We are pleased to be welcoming back Baldwin’s Nursery, Fernwood Plant Nursery, and Beneath the Boughs Woodland Nursery.

They will all have a great selection of native perennials, shrubs, trees, and groundcovers.

Also in attendance will be the ecological landscaping company Helping Nature Heal, from the South Shore, and Valley Waste Resource Management to give you tips on gardening with nature and backyard composting.

Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens Acadia University botanicalgardens.acadiau.ca

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For more information, including links to a comprehensive proposal overview and our e-brochure, visit WolfvilleSchoolActivityPark.ca. Or email us with questions at WolfvilleSchoolActivityPark@gmail.com.

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