The Grapevine, March 5 – 19, 2015

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Alan Stewart of Horton Ridge Malt & Grain Company states, “The colour of beer is determined by the colour of the malt used to make it. The final stage of malting is it’s drying by kilning. The colour of the malt is a function of kilning temperature.” To learn more about Horton Ridge, read below.

CLOSING THE LOOP – ATLANTIC CANADA’S FIRST MALT HOUSE Submitted by Genevieve Allen You’ve heard of the farm-to-table movement that encourages citizens to consume food that is grown locally – now Horton Ridge Malt & Grain Co. Ltd. wants to build a grain-to-glass consciousness in the province. Malt is the largest non-water component of beers, but no one is currently malting grains in Atlantic Canada. This means that all of the craft breweries and distilleries that are popping up around the province are importing malts from western Canada, the United States, and Europe. It is estimated that craft brewers in Atlantic Canada import over 1,500 tonnes of malt each year. Horton Ridge is a new project that aims to fill this gap in local brewing and distilling, helping to close the production loop. When asked how this will change the face of local brewing, Horton Ridge’s President, Alan Stewart, stated, “It will finally allow truly local beer.”

Horton Ridge still has work to do before they realize their goal of a 6,000 square-foot malt house in Hortonville. The estimated cost of the project is $1.15 million, with planned initial production of 200 tonnes of malting grains per year. To raise funds for the project, Horton Ridge is using a Nova Scotia Community Economic Development Investment Fund (CEDIF) model. “We felt that after having made a longtime commitment to the local organic food economy, we had accumulated sufficient social capital to succeed with a CEDIF,” stated Stewart.

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HERE AND AWAY: Blood Alcohol Limits

by Pamela Swanigan-Graves

All licence-suspension periods are for first occurrence.

Canada: Blood alcohol limit for laying impaired-driving charges: .08%, except .00% for new drivers* (and, in Alberta, drivers under age 16 - legal driving age is 14).

Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, PEI, New Brunswick:

Licence suspended for 7 days if at or over .05% (first occurrence within 10 years)

Alberta, BC, Ontario, Saskatchewan: Licence suspend-

California: Licence suspended 4 months New Hampshire: Licence suspended 6 months Georgia: Licence suspended 1 year England and Wales: .08% Scotland: .05%

ed for 3 days if ≥ .05%

Sweden and Poland: .02%

NWT, Yukon, Manitoba: Licence suspended for 24

Iran, Iraq, Sudan, Kuwait, Eritrea, Czech Republic, Russia, and Ukraine: .00% (zero tolerance)

hours if ≥ .05%

Quebec: No suspension or penalty for ≥ .05% United States: Blood alcohol limit for laying impaired-driving charges: .08% (except Michigan,.10% as of 2013). BAC limit for drivers under 21: .00-.02% (legal drinking age in all 50 states is 21).

Virginia: Licence suspended 7 days Kansas and Missouri: Licence suspended 30 days

Bangladesh, Libya, Maldives, Pakistan, Brunei: Alcohol

prohibited (therefore no limit)

Bhutan, Burkina Faso, Dominican Republic, Gabon, DR Congo: No limit * excluding Nunavut, which has no graduated licensing program

Sources: MADD Canada; Drink Driving.org; U.S. Department of Transportation

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Weeklies, Exhibits, Theatre p.13 What’s Happening Events p. 14, 15 Free Classifieds p.18

Random acts of

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In September I moved across the country to attend Acadia University. Having lived alone for five years, I wasn't sure how I would adjust to having roommates. Now I can't imagine living in Wolfville anywhere other than in our big old house on Prospect.

Thanks roomies, for making me feel at home from my first week; for always inviting me out and making sure I met the coolest and most

interesting people; for driving me into New Minas for shopping expeditions; for buying me lemons and ginger and worrying about me when I had the flu; for the late night living room jams and kitchen conversations. It has shaped my life in Wolfville for the better. Looking forward to two more years.

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FEATURE DOG – CUPCAKE Hello, my name is Cupcake. It’s a rather fitting name because I’m as

sweet as can be and I love everyone! Cats, dogs and children - literally everyone. I am only four months old but as sharp as a tack and already house trained. I have been spayed and fully vaccinated. All I need now is a loving furever home.

If you would like to meet me please stop by the Nova Scotia, Kings County branch of the SPCA. We are located at 1285 County Home Road in Waterville. You can also check out our website at www.king.spcans.ca, look us up on Facebook, or call my caregivers at 902-538-9075.

UPDATE – PEDRO

PEDRO THE CAT IS STILL AVAILABLE!

Wolfville Animal Hospital | 542-3422 | 12-112 Front St, Wolfville wolfvilleanimalhospital@ns.aliantzinc.ca Atlantic Canada’s First Malt House – Continued from page 2...

CEDIF investments are pooled with other shareholders and have a direct impact on local community businesses. By choosing the CEDIF model, Horton Ridge is limiting their ownership in the business to 20%, and community members have the opportunity to purchase the other 80%. Horton Ridge states, “This community investment model represents a new reality in revitalizing local rural economies in Nova Scotia.” To date, Horton Ridge has raised approximately $350K through their CEDIF. Horton Ridge is set to start building in May and malting by late fall 2015. They are hoping to have the malt house open for agri-tourism experiences in the summer of 2016. This St. Patrick’s Day, let’s raise a glass to local beer from start to finish!

For further information about CEDIFs visit novascotia.ca/econ/cedif.

For more information about Horton Ridge visit hortonridgemalt.com.

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Suggested Theme: Many local businesses contribute to the burgeoning beer industry in NS: Sea Level Brewing, Paddy’s Brewpub, Schoolhouse Brewery, Bad Apple Brewhouse, & even Horton Ridge Malt & Grain. At least 16 other craft beer brewpubs & breweries currently exist in the province, with many more on the horizon. Because St. Patrick’s Day occurs during this issue, we figured that we’d dedicate this issue to beer. The market research has been intense. How do you and/or your business support the NS micro/craft beer industry? What is your favourite local brew? Where do you most enjoy savouring your favourite suds? How are you celebrating St. Patrick’s Day?

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Sea Level Brewing Company 980 Terry’s Creek Rd, Port Williams (902) 542-5544 / sealevelbrewing@gmail.com / sealevelbrewing.com The man in the boots behind Sea Level Brewing is owner and brewmaster, Randy Lawrence.

Randy is known in the beer industry as the “hop guru” and the second brewmaster in the province, behind Kevin Keefe of Granite Brewing. He was the first to open a microbrewery in the Annapolis Valley, back in 2007, after spending the previous 20 years brewing professionally for Paddy’s Pub, Propeller Brewing and Rudder’s Brewpub. Sea Level Brewing is located in Port Williams, alongside the picturesque Cornwallis River.

As a director of the Craft Brewers Association of Nova Scotia (CBANS) and having worked in the beer industry for over 20 years, Randy attests to seeing more growth in the last two years than he has in the past twenty years. The movement for quality, local craft beer is growing exponentially and this May, CBANS is orchestrating an eight-day celebration of Nova Scotia’s craft beer industry. The week-long event will take place on May 8-17 across Nova Scotia, with a focus in Halifax. We are thrilled to see such a vast and growing interest in the craft beer industry!

Randy enjoys many of the local pubs in the area,

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especially Spitfire Arms in Windsor, Troy in Wolfville and King’s Arms in Kentville. He takes great pride in our Blue Heron Extra Special Bitter and usually chooses that, although, this St. Patrick’s Day he plans on drinking our Port in the Storm Porter. And if you’re looking for something extra-special for St. Paddy’s Day, we’ll be selling Lucky 8-Packs at our retail store!

Absolutely Fabulous Bed, Bath & Home — 8927 Commercial Street, New Minas 681-2284 / abfab@absolutelyfab.ca / absolutelyfab.ca / facebook: abfabbbh • Ab Fab enjoys celebrating anything local including beer! How about using the proper glass for the right brew? We stock a variety of glassware just so you can drink properly. Cheers!

workplace. Please call or email for more info.

Errands by Karen — 790-2626 / errandsbykaren@hotmail.com • Errands by Karen is a personalized service catering to seniors, shut-ins, and busy people who need a helping hand. Operating from Ellershouse to Grand Pre, Karen can assist you with appointments, groceries, and helping at home. She can also provide blood collection at your home or

Careforce — Kentville, 365-3155 / careforce@careforce.ca / careforce.ca • At Careforce, when we think about St. Patrick’s Day we think of good luck, good fortune, and rainbows. Which is fitting, because those are the same three things our clients bring into our lives every single day.

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Binky’s Donuts — 599-1108 / binkyroese@gmail.com / Facebook: Binky’s Donuts & Confections • Grab a few St. Patrick’s Day BINKY DONUTS to go with your favorite beer.

Plain or lemon twist with french tarragon would pair nicely. Find them at Pete’s Wolfville or Bedford and at The Edible Arts Cafe.

Natural Touch Reflexology & Wellness (Reiki) — 678-0454 / 691-4148 / naturaltouchreflexology@hotmail.com / naturaltouchreflexologyandreiki.com / Blue Cross Provider • The European Reflexology Technique is a 30 minute precise session that targets 3 of the body’s systems whereas the Full Reflexology session is a more relaxing event which includes all reflexes on the feet for overall health. A European Session is for anyone who wants the full health benefit of a Reflexology session but yet is more time and cost efficient.

way! One of our clients, MacFarlane’s Rant, will be playing at King’s Arms Pub on St. Patrick’s Day.

Harwood House Bed & Breakfast — 33 Highland Ave., Wolfville, 542-5707 / harwoodhouse.com • This year is the first of many that I am not off somewhere in the middle east for my birthday, which happens to be St. Patrick’s Day. So, I will most definitely be out there in town to enjoy a pint or two of the local ales on March 17. As to my favourite, it has to be Raven Ale.

Jamberry Nails (Kate Woods Dalton) — 542-0607 / katewoodsis@gmail.com/katewoods.jamberrynails.net / facebook.com/katejamberry • Add rainbows to your nails all year round with non-toxic Jamberry nail wraps. We’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with the new Spring/Summer catalog that’s just been released. Contact me for a free sample.

La Louve Home Interiors — 360 Main St., Wolfville, 697-3021 / dancampagne@gmail.com / facebook.com/lalouvehomeinteriors • La Louve Home Interiors is making room for the New DESIGNERS GUILD Spring 2015 Collection!

So...take advantage of our Sale! Beautiful Bed Linens at 50% Off, Wool Throws at 25% Off, Decorative Cushions at 30% Off and more!

Wolfville Nutrition Consulting — 189 Dykeland Street, Wolfville, 542-2000 Ext 5 / wolfvillenutrition@gmail.com / wolfvillenutrition.ca / facebook.com/wolfvillenutrition • Helping you eat well for optimal energy, vitality and good health! We provide food and nutrition expertise, customized meal plans, menus and more. Individual, family, group/team, and workplace sessions provided.

Dietitian-nutritionist & fitness nutrition specialist Beverley Noseworthy would be pleased to assist you. Please see website for details. Food – Nutrition – Wellness!

SoundMarket Recording Studios — 63 Pleasant Street, Wolfville, 542-0895 / facebook.com/soundmarket • Studio, mobile recording, & concerts. Low rates and assistance with funding. We’ll capture your sound your

Sister Lotus Body Care Products, Belly Dance & Herbal Education — Wolfville, 680-8839 / sisterlotus.com • Excited to start thinking about our second session of ‘The Budding Herbalist’, 6 month on-line herbal foundational course beginning in April! Early bird pricing on NOW....act soon! Also, still a spot left in our MINI PRIVATE WOMEN’S RETREAT in Wolfville, Mar. 13-15!

County Fair Mall — 9256 Commercial Street, New Minas, 681-3904 / countyfair.ca • Come to the mall, March 16–20, for our March Break Fun Zone! Bouncy castle, Par-T-Pets (make your own stuffed animal), Magician Al Bernard, Domino Man, and cotton candy! See details online and on page 16.

Infrared Thermal Imaging — Hantsport, 790-4729 / mvbengg@gmail.com • Are you wondering if your home’s insulation is up to snuff, whether your in-floor heating/cooling system is working properly, or where that leak is coming from? I can help detect and evaluate problems like these using an infrared imaging camera. Level 1 certified Thermographer.

Kings Physiotherapy — 28 Kentucky Ct., New Minas, 681-8181 / kingsphysio@ns.sympatico.ca / kingsphysio.com • March is Nutrition Month – In support of Fundy Interchurch Food Bank we will be collecting jars of peanut butter and jam throughout the month. Drop off a jar – for each jar donated you will receive a ballot to win a ½ hour Massage Therapy gift certificate ($55.20 value). See ad page 19.

Do you live in the Annapolis Valley & write a blog? Send us your website & we’ll try to include it in the Local Blog Roll. grapevine.emily@gmail.com

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February 5, 2015: Wild Axe

February 13, 2015: The funniest thing, EVER!

January 1, 2015: Drugstore Ledgers

February 5, 2015: Extreme Tides and Winter Ice

We’re thinking of summer. When most people think of summer, they conjure images in their heads of boating, fishing, beach vacations, camping, and swimming. We think of Lumberjacks (...) And what better refreshment and rejuvenation after a day of Lumberjack activity than a great Pilsener?

How it all happened: I was having an ordinary conversation with my l.a.t.t. (lover at the time) and he mentioned to me that he had seen a link on the Internet about dinosaur porn...

Recently, three large, heavy ledgers were donated to the Kings County Museum in Kentville Nova Scotia from a local family. Inside are literally hundreds of prescriptions filled by the earliest drug stores in the town...

What I want to show you are some of the utterly amazing features of the estuary in my back yard: Minas Basin, an arm of the Bay of Fundy, boasting the highest tide range in the world...

March 1, 2015: Song #9: Shame is the Name of the Game

boxingrock.ca/blog

Most of the songs I’ve posted in this project so far have been fairly fun and positive. In eight songs I’ve only done ONE break-up song. Those of you who know my music will know that this is not really representative...

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RECIPE

Rolled Oat Date Squares

OPINIONS & LETTERS

Submitted by Lindsay Reid from the Rolled Oat Cafe

On February 20, 2015, the Wolfville Town Council passed a motion to cut funding, that will virtually cripple the WBCD. This motion, which did not appear on any agenda, was passed with utmost secrecy. There was no contact with the Wolfville Business Community or discussion with the WBDC...a complete surprise...a “fait accompli”.

Though date squares are the perfect winter treat, I had never made them before, I always favoured oat squares with berries and tree fruits. Dates are inexpensive and readily available so I thought it was time I tried my hand at date squares. This recipe uses an oat crust that can be kept on hand and used anytime of the year with your favourite seasonal fruits and jams.

Rolled Oat Date Squares

Prepare your filling by adding dates, water and brown sugar to a small sauce pan and cook at medium heat. Bring to boil and cook until thickened, stirring very often. Add cinnamon and lemon juice and immediately remove from stove. Spread your date filling over the bottom crust until even, then pat the remaining crust mixture to the top.

Crust

1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1 1/2 cups unbleached white flour 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 tsp baking soda 1 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup butter (softened)

I graduated from NSCC’s Tourism Management program in 2013, and immediately jumped into the NS wine industry. The program provided opportunities to experience many different aspects of the tourism industry, so I was able to narrow down the direction I wanted to take. From accounting to communications, and marketing to event planning, each day I use a ton of skills I learned through the program.

I’m also a part-time student and working towards my undergraduate degree through NSCC’s transfer program.

Laura Kennie

www.nscc.ca For more info Contact Nicole 902-679-7441

Hon. Scott Brison

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542-4010 101A - 24 Harbourside Drive, ʻRailtownʼ kings.hants@ns.sympatico.ca | www.brison.ca

Direct Billing to BLUE CROSS and TELUS E-HEALTH Compatible Companies Evening and Daytime Appointments 902-300-9568 | 360 MAIN ST WOLFVILLE

Located within Reclaim Wellness (beside Pete's) Convenient Booking Online: www.schedulicity.com or via my Facebook page | By Appointment Only

Bake for 25 minutes. Let them cool completely before cutting into them!

Filling

3/4 pound dates (pitted & chopped) 1 cup water 1/3 cup brown sugar 2 tsp lemon juice pinch of cinnamon

So... what does this mean for the future of our business tax dollars and what plan does Town Council intend to spring on us all... for surely there is a $70,000 plan! I ask you, “how and why would the Wolfville Town Council secretly pass such a motion, with complete disregard to the entire Wolfville Business Community”? My only guess is “Because they can”.

Preheat oven to 350.

Line a 9X9 square pan with parchment paper. Combine rolled oats, flour, salt, brown sugar & baking soda in a large bowl. Mix in your softened butter until all is combined (should be crumbly). Press half of the crust mixture into parchment lined pan.

Danielle Campagne La Louve Home Interiors IN RESPONSE TO ‘WOLFVILLE’S DINING DILEMMA’

IN REVIEW: Recent Events, Happenings and News

By Emily Leeson On February 27, ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY SPORT awarded Acadia student April Deus with the Student-Athlete Community Service Award. A third-year guard for the Axewomen Basketball team, Deus contributed an average of 4.1 points per game this year, all the while maintaining a GPA of 3.45 and a strong community involvement.

While it’s likely still a bit of a hike to get through the snow anywhere in the Valley these days, 2015 WILL SEE SOME DISTINCTIVELY MORE ATTRACTIVE TRAIL OPPORTUNITIES coming our way.

The Town of Wolfville was recently awarded a matching grant from the National Trails Coalition Infrastructure Program, and another grant from the Department of Health & Wellness, totalling $69,000. The funds will be put to work on the Wolfville trail system. “One of our goals in Wolfville is to become an outdoor enthusiast’s playground and to accomplish this; we need to invest in recreation infrastructure”, said Mayor Jeff Cantwell. “This funding will help us to secure this vision.”

Now, correct me if I am wrong, but Canada is still a democracy and a decision of this importance should be preceded by some form of contact with the business community... who pays special taxes toward business development. Businesses in Wolfville may or may not have been satisfied with the WBDC’s track record but this does not excuse the utter lack of transparency this Town Council has demonstrated.

AS OF MARCH 1, $74,468.34 HAS BEEN RAISED FOR THE COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR 2015. Funds continue to trickle in as pledges are honoured and donations can still be made online at coldestnightoftheyear.org/postwalk.

March 2 was a bit of an off-day for Wolfville.

Over 1600 RESIDENTS WERE AFFECTED BY A POWER OUTAGE that spanned from east Main St, west to Lynwood Dr, and south to Pleasant St. The outage lasted most of the day.

THE KENTVILLE COMMUNITY OUTREACH CENTRE has set the dates for the Grand Opening: May 8 & 9! The new 4000 square foot space will serve as an admin office for Open Arms, a drop-in centre.

It will also house various rooms for training and skill-building activities. While the opening dates are set, the work continues. Skilled labourers are still being sought to help with the finishing touches. If you have a particular skill you’d like to share, visit www.openarms. ca for contact info.

The article on the restaurant scene in Wolfville was very interesting. We think that the Privet House, the Blomidon Inn and the (now closed) Front & Central are all on a similar level. We enjoy them regularly - and of course Troy.

What we painfully miss in Wolfville is an Italian restaurant with pizza, pasta and wine. When we used to live in Germany and Switzerland we always had our favorite Italian restaurant and we went there regularly. Perhaps a business idea for our town?

Cheers, Karsten & Claudia Windfelder, Wolfville CORRECTION TO ‘WOLFVILLE’S DINING DILEMMA’ Michael is a past-leader of the Slow Food Nova Scotia convivium and is currently an executive board member and acting chair of Slow Food in Canada. The current co-leaders of SFNS are Peter Jackson (a vintner in the Aylesford area) and Sean Gallagher (owner of Local Source in Halifax).

Thanks, Doug Linzey (SFNS board member)

THE KING’S ARMS PUB BY LEW MURPHY Submitted by Scott Campbell

Okay. I have a confession to make. In all my years of gracing the bar stools of many a pub, never once did it occur to me that “pub” was actually a shortened version of the more formal, “Public House”. Suddenly, it all made sense.

The ‘at home’ sort of feeling that you get in a good pub was by design and if you want to experience that feeling for yourself then you need to visit The Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy in Kentville. Every weekend local musicians set up in front of the huge fireplace and play to the energetic crowds.

Behind that fireplace is the kitchen where Chef Daniel Craig creates some of the finest pub fare you’ll find. With homemade breads and

desserts it’s impossible to pick a menu favourite but if you’re in the mood for real pub food then treat yourself to a Murphy Burger with all the fixin’s. If you’d like something a little lighter (just a little) then try the seafood chowder.

This rich and creamy medley of fresh fish and potatoes is a hearty hot bowl of goodness that I guarantee will satisfy.

No description of this pub would be complete without mentioning the two main features – its owner, Joey Murphy, and its beer. Joey can often be seen presiding over a selection of 14 on-tap beer labels ranging from light pale ales to hearty dark stouts. Joey will tell you that, hands down, his favourite day of the year is St.

Patrick’s Day so be sure to drop into The Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy on St. Patrick’s Day (or any day for that matter), grab a seat at the impressive mahogany bar and say hello to Joey and help him celebrate.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Whenever I

close my eyes and seek psychic visions of your near future, I see heroic Biblical scenes. Moses is parting the Red Sea. Joseph is interpreting Pharaoh’s dream. Jesus is feeding 5,000 people with five loaves of bread and two fish.

What’s the meaning of my reveries? Well, this psychic stuff is tricky, and I hesitate to draw definitive conclusions. But if I had to guess, I’d speculate that you are ripe to provide a major blessing or perform an unprecedented service for people you care about.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In a New Yorker cartoon, Tom Gauld outlines “The Four Undramatic Plot Structures”: 1. “The hero is confronted by an antagonistic force and ignores it until it goes away.” 2. “The protagonist is accused of wrongdoing, but it’s not a big thing and soon gets sorted out.”

3. “The heroine is faced with a problem but it’s really difficult so she gives up.” 4. “A man wants something. Later, he’s not so sure. By suppertime he’s forgotten all about it.” In my astrological opinion, Gemini, you should dynamically avoid all four of those fates. Now is a time for you to take brave, forceful action as you create dramatic plot twists that serve your big dreams.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “To be happy is

to be able to become aware of oneself without fright,” said heavyweight German philosopher Walter Benjamin, a fellow Cancerian. I am happy to report that there’s a good chance you will soon be blessed with an extraordinary measure of this worry-free self-awareness.

And when you do -- when you are basking in an expanded self-knowledge infused with self-love and self-appreciation -- some of your chronic fear will drop away, and you will have at your disposal a very useful variety of happiness.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “As you get older, the

heart sheds its leaves like a tree,” said French novelist Gustave Flaubert. “You cannot hold out against certain winds. Each day tears away a few more leaves; and then there are the storms that break off several branches at one

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “I will not wait

to love as best as I can,” says writer Dave Eggers. “We thought we were young and that there would be time to love well sometime in the future. This is a terrible way to think. It is no way to live, to wait to love.” That’s your keynote for the coming weeks, Virgo. That’s your wake-up call and the rose-scented note under your pillow and the message scrawled in lipstick on your bathroom mirror. If there is any part of you that believes love will be better or fuller or more perfect in the future, tell that part of you to shut up and embrace this tender command: Now is the time to love with all of your heart and all of your soul and all of your mind.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I love the song “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” by Pink Floyd. Other favorites are Tool’s “Third Eye” and Yo La Tengo’s “Pass the Hatchet, I Think I’m Goodkind.” But all of these tunes have a similar problem. They’re more than ten minutes long. Even before my attention span got shrunk by the Internet, listening to them tested my patience. Now I have to forcefully induce a state of preternatural relaxation if I want to hear them all the way through. In the coming days, Libra, don’t be like a toomuch-of-a-good-thing song. Be willing to edit yourself. Observe concise boundaries. Get to the point quickly. (You’ll be rewarded for it.)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Sneaking around isn’t necessary, Scorpio. There’s no useful power to be gained by hiding information or pursuing secret agendas. This is not a time when it’s essential for you to be a master of manipulation who’s ten steps ahead of everyone else. For now, you are likely to achieve maximum success and enjoy your life the most if you are curious, excitable, and transparent. I invite you to embody the mindset of a creative, precocious child who has a loving mommy and daddy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In 1953,

Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first humans to reach the summit of Mount Everest. It took them seven weeks to climb the 29,029-foot peak. In 1960, Jacques Piccard and Don Walsh got into a bathyscaphe

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and sailed to the lowest point on the planet, the Mariana Trench at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. It took them four hours and 47 minutes to go down 36,070 feet. Based on my analysis of your astrological omens, I think the operative metaphor for you in the coming weeks should be the deep descent, not the steep ascent. It’s time to explore and hang out in the depths rather than the heights.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The African

country of Ivory Coast has two different capital cities. Yamoussoukro is the official capital, while Abidjan is the actual capital, where the main governmental action takes place. I suspect there’s a comparable split in your personal realm, Capricorn: a case of mixed dominance. Maybe that’s a good thing; maybe it allows for a balance of power between competing interests. Or perhaps it’s a bit confusing, causing a split in your attention that hampers you from expressing a unified purpose. Now would be a favorable time to think about how well the division is working for you, and to tinker with it if necessary.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I’ve gone on three book tours and done my spoken-word show in scores of bookstores. But one of my favorite author events took place at the Avenue C Laundromat in New York City’s East Village. There I performed with two other writers as part of the “Dirty Laundry: Loads of Prose” reading series. It was a boisterous event. All of us authors were extra loose and goofy, and the audience offered a lot of funny, good-nature heckling. The unusual location freed everyone up to have maximum amusement. I see the coming weeks as a time when you, too, might thrive by doing what you do best in seemingly out-of-context situations. If you’re not outright invited to do so, I suggest you invite yourself.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): When Arnold

Schwarzenegger became Governor of California in 2003, the state had the eighth largest economy in the world, right behind Italy and just ahead of Brazil. Schwarzenegger had never before held political office. When Cambodian doctor Haing Nor performed in the film The Killing Fields, for which he ultimately won an Oscar, he had no training as an actor. He was a novice. Will you try to follow in their footsteps, Pisces? Is it possible you could take on a role for which you have no preparation or seasoning? According to my divinations, the answer is yes. But is it a good idea? That’s a more complex issue. Trust your gut.

Homework: Devise a plan not to get back to where you once belonged, but rather to where you must some day belong. Testify at FreeWillAstrology.com.

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Our house is the ship.

Time is the ocean and Life is a trip.

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what lay beyond the limits of the known world, medieval mapmakers sometimes drew pictures of dragons and sea serpents.

Their images conveyed the sense that these territories were uncharted and perhaps risky to explore. There were no actual beasties out there, of course. I think it’s possible you’re facing a comparable situation. The frontier realm you are wandering through may seem to harbor real dragons, but I’m guessing they are all of the imaginary variety. That’s not to say you should entirely let down your guard. Mix some craftiness in with your courage. Beware of your mind playing tricks.

go. And while nature’s greenery grows back again in the spring, that of the heart never grows back.” Do you agree with Flaubert, Leo? I don’t. I say that you can live with such resilient innocence that your heart’s leaves grow back after a big wind, and become ever-more lush and hardy as you age. You can send down such deep, strong roots and stretch your branches toward the sun with such vigor that your heart always has access to the replenishment it needs to flourish. The coming weeks will provide evidence that what I say is true.

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The Complete Guide to Brewing Delicious Beer Internationally respected instructor, brewmaster, and beer competition judge Randy Mosher has compiled this easy to read, how-to guide to creating your own delicious beer at home.

Covering everything from the pipe fittings in your keg to the subtle differences between porter and stout (and how to make them), this book is an invaluable resource for beginners and experienced home brewers alike. Limited copies available!

Update on book taxation

The Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association, the Atlantic Publishers Marketing Association, the Writer’s Federation of Nova Scotia, the Library Boards Association of Nova Scotia, and other concerned parties and individuals continue to work together to spread awareness about a recent government proposal to raise provincial taxes on books. If you would like to voice your concern, please sign and share our online petition at www.change.org (search for “Promote Literacy in Nova Scotia”) or contact your local MLA. To find out more, visit boxofdelightsbooks.com.

Lines on Ale (1848) by Edgar Allan Poe An unconfirmed rumour has it that Poe penned this simple poem to pay a drinking bill. It was discovered at the Washington Tavern in Lowell, Massachusetts where it was allegedly written. The original hung on the wall of the tavern until 1920.

Fill with mingled cream and amber I will drain that glass again.

Such hilarious visions clamber Through the chamber of my brain — Quaintest thoughts — queerest fancies Come to life and fade away; What care I how time advances?

I am drinking ale today.

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May your thoughts be as glad as the shamrocks. May your heart be as light as a song. May each day bring you bright, happy hours that stay with you all the year long. - Irish Saying There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were. - Anonymous

May you have food and raiment, a soft pillow for your head. May you be forty years in heaven before the devil knows you’re dead. - Irish Blessing

May you always have a clean shirt, a clear conscience, and enough coins in your pocket to buy a pint!”

- Irish Drinking Toast

May the roof above you never fall in, and those gathered beneath it never fall out. - Traditional Irish Toast

And may you be half an hour in heaven Before the devil knows your dead. - Irish Drinking Toast

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6. Trinity United Church in Waterville is holding a St Patrick’s Day Tea & __ Sale starting at 10am.

8. Saint Patrick’s Day, or the __ of Saint Patrick, occurs annually on March 17.

9. Donna will be wearing this colour at her open mic at T.A.N. Wolfville on Tues, Mar 17, 8pm 10pm.

10. One of the largest St Patrick’s Day parades in North America occurs in this city - where the city flag includes a shamrock kitty-corner to the Fleurde-lys.

11. Interesting fact: the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team were known as the Toronto St __ from 1919 to 1927.

13. St Patrick’s Day is a public holiday in Ireland, Montserrat, and this Canadian province.

15. Saint Patrick is the patron saint of __.

16. Jon Duggan is playing at the __ __ in Port Williams on March 17.

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1. Chris Hadfield took pics of Ireland from the __ Space Station for St Paddy’s Day in 2013.

2. A sign on the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin says “Everyone’s __ on March 17th”.

3. You can drink green __ at Paddy’s Pub in Kentville & Wolfville on the Feast of St Patrick.

4. What’s Irish and stays out all night? Paddy O’__ 5. Today’s crossword has __ clues in honour of St Patrick’s Day. 7. How can you tell if an Irishman is having a good time? When he’s __ over with laughter!

10. On March 17, TripALady is playing at Paddy’s Pub in Wolfville from 9pm to __.

12. What do you get when you cross a pillowcase with a stone? A __.

14. Paddy’s Pub in Kentville will feature live entertainment by several acts on St. Paddy’s Day - including Andy & __.

Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Ian Brownstein & Ron Edmunds (5th), Ian Brownstein & Friends (12th) 6pm Just Us! Cafe (Wolfville): Open Mic (5th, 12th, 19th) 6:30-8pm Cocoa Pesto (Windsor): Adam Cameron (5th, 12th, 19th) 7pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Jam Session (5th, 12th, 19th) 7-11pm Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): Meredith McCulloch (5th, 12th, 19th) 7-11pm Dooly’s (New Minas): Dooly’s Karaoke “Molson Idol” w/ Margie Brown Duo (5th, 12th, 19th) 8pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): The Hupman Brothers (5th, 12th, 19th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Trivia Night (5th, 12th, 19th) 9pm Library Pub (Wolfville): Alex and Riley (5th, 12th, 19th) 9pm Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ C-Bomb (5th, 12th, 19th) 10pm

FRIDAYS: Name & Phone Number:

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Carl Boutilier (6th, 13th) 12-2pm Pete’s Fine Foods (Wolfville): Mat Elliot & Cailun Campbell (6th, 13th) 5:30pm King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Darren Arsenault (6th), TBA (13th) 5:30pm Blomidon Inn (Wolfville): Jazz Mannequins (6th, 13th) 6:30-9:30pm The Port Pub (Port Williams): Cody Vokey (6th) 7pm

Joe’s Food Emporium (Wolfville): Margie Brown Duo (6th), Groove Kings (13th) 8pm Farmers Market (Wolfville): ORO! Orkestra Dance Party (6th) 8pm Union Street Cafe (Berwick): Open Mic w/Don Osburn (6th), Open Mic w/Andy & Ariana (13th) 8pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Witchitaw (6th), Joe Murphy and The Water Street Blues Band (13th) 8pm

SUNDAYS: Stems Cafe (Greenwich): Johanne McInnis Trio (8th), Steve Lee Trio (15th) 12pm Pete’s Fine Foods (Wolfville): Mat Elliot & Cailun Campbell (8th, 15th) 1pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Paddy’s Irish Session (8th, 15th) 8pm

MONDAYS:

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): DJ Billy T (6th) 10pm, K-Rock St. Patrick’s Day (13th) 3pm

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Carl Boutlier (9th, 16th) 12pm-2pm

SATURDAYS:

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Open Mic w/Heather Kelday (9th), w/Mike Aube (16th) 8pm

Farmers Market (Wolfville): Shelder the Electric Clamfish (7th), William MacDonald (14th) 10am, St Patrick’s Ceilidh Dance (14th) 6pm

TUESDAYS:

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): John Tetrault (7th, 14th) 12pm-2pm

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Carl Boutilier (10th, 17th) 12pm-3pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Tom Badell (7th), Steve Mayo (14th) 8pm

The Port Pub (Port Williams): Jon Duggan (17th) 7pm

Union Street Cafe (Berwick): The Hupman Brothers (14th) 8pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Trivia Nights, $2 (10th, 17th) 7pm

King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Midnight Genny (7th), TBA (14th) 8:30pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Jon Duggan (7th) 3-7pm, DJ Lethal Noize (7th) 10pm, AcoustiKats (14th) 3pm, JF Cookin Band (14th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): George Cater Trio Band (7th), Caleb Miles (14th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): TripALady Kicks Off St Patrick’s Day (14th) 9pm

Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): St. Patrick’s Day Live Entertainment (17th) 1pm, Irish Jam Session (10th, 17th) 8pm T.A.N. Coffee (Wolfville): Open Mic w/Donna Holmes (10th, 17th) 8-10pm

WEDNESDAYS: Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Steve Lee & Ian Brownstein (11th, 18th) 12pm-3pm

Library Pub (Wolfville): Dan McFadyen (7th, 14th) 9pm

Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Ian Brownstein & Friends (11th, 18th) 6pm

Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): DJ Shorty P, $3 (7th, 14th) 9:30pm-1:30am

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Billy T’s Karaoke (11th, 18th) 10pm

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WHAT’S GROWING AT THE HARRIET IRVING BOTANICAL GARDENS:

Travelling Plants

Submitted by Melanie Priesnitz, Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens Plants are gypsies; they like to move around, always searching for new locations rich in resources. How do plants travel you may ask?

They live vicariously through their young and rely on the kindness of strangers!

Plants have devised many unique features to ensure their seeds are spread far and wide.

These mechanisms ensure survival of the species. Plants try to make sure that they have seedlings in many different locations in case there’s failure in one. Some plants make their berries appealing to birds and other creatures such as squirrels and bears so they will be eaten and taken to new locations once excreted back to the forest floor. Plants such as Jewelweed have evolved with spring-loaded seedpods to ensure their seed is easily dispersed when an

animal brushes by or when the wind blows.

While weeding the Conservatory at the Botanical Gardens last week we were pleasantly surprised to find a rogue radish growing amongst the native plant display. How it travelled there we’ll never know, the seed could have been brought in from a little critter or perhaps dropped from the hand of a gardener.

Whatever the story, we took it as a welcome sign of spring.

It’s time to get the seed catalogues out and start planning for another growing season!

For inspiration visit the greenhouses at the KC Irving Environmental Science Centre, we’re open daily to the public and it’s free. botanicalgardens.acadiau.ca

SHAKESPEARE’S CAESAR BROUGHT TO LIFE AT THE ACADIA THEATRE COMPANY Submitted by Hope Latta The Acadia Theatre Company’s production of J Caesar brings the beauty and power of Shakespeare’s original text into a fictional present day Rome where the politics are unmistakably contemporary.

In J Caesar a female Caesar threatens to destroy Rome’s Republic by being crowned Queen.

Julia Caesar advocates a traditional, socially conservative way of life, with law and order and the rejection of reproductive rights and gender equity at the forefront of her beliefs. Brutus, a closeted gay man who is an advisor to Caesar, and Cassia, a feminist woman demoted from her government job by Caesar, ally with a group of conspirators to kill Caesar and re-establish the Republic. The aftermath of the assassination does not unfold in the way they predict, and Rome slides into civil war.

Directed by noted international theatre director and Acadia professor Michael Devine, J Caesar brings to life some of Shakespeare’s most brilliant speeches, non-stop action, and a political landscape very like our own. J Caesar is a powerful and direct work which poses to audiences of all ages a thought-provoking question: what does it mean to be a citizen?

J Caesar runs March 18 - 29 at the Lower Denton Theatre. Tickets may be purchased at the door or through the Acadia Box Office at 902-542-5500.

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The WHO’S WHO: Diana Bishop Mike Butler

I grew up in Kentville and on the weekends, for entertainment, you had three choices: rent a movie at Video World, see a movie at the Paramount Theatre, or catch a live production at CentreStage. Each has left an enduring impression on my life. The movies were wonderful but there was nothing like seeing a show at CentreStage Theatre. The environment was always pulsing with a vibrant energy, the productions were always stellar and the mix of comedies, dramas and musicals always brought fresh and lasting amusement. So many incredible actors have graced that stage (and still do!) but the one actress, for me, who consistently brought class, elegance and heart to each of her productions, was Diana Bishop.

Diana Bishop, who I have nicknamed the ‘Meryl Streep of Valley Community Theatre’, grew up on a farm in Belmont, Hants County.

She was the youngest of six children, born to a farmer father and a music teacher mother.

Of early years, Diana says “I attended a oneroom school house for my first eight years of schooling and then stayed with a brother and sister-in-law in Windsor and attended Windsor Academy for grade nine and then went to live with a sister and brother-in-law in Wolfville going as a day student to Horton Academy of Acadia University for high school and also taking piano and voice at Acadia’s School of Music.”

While in Windsor, Diana took part in a school presentation on the local radio station CFAB and met Willard Bishop, the program director.

He and Diana’s father, Avard, had recently started the station, which was the first in what became a network of four AM and FM stations in the Annapolis Valley. Willard gave her the opportunity of writing and producing a weekly children’s program, which she did throughout high school. When she graduated, she was offered a full time position on staff and became one of the first female broadcasters in the Maritimes who also did her own controlroom operating. Diana grew up during the Second World War, and hearing women on the radio reading the news fascinated her and became an inspiration for her career.

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Willard and Diana married in the early fifties (a funny note: Diana’s maiden name was Church, so either the Bishop married the Church or the Church married the Bishop!) and built a house in Kentville where she still lives. They “had four children, two girls and two boys. The youngest of the boys is a professional actor, performing as a Blue Man in the Chicago production of the Blue Man Group.

We are also blessed with seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.”

For a number of years, Diana hosted a live, hour-long magazine type show, three times a week for Kings Kable.

It was at this time that Jack Sheriff of Kipawo Showboat Company contacted her to do the role of Eleanor Hunter in No Sex, Please, We’re British. This led to a number of roles at Kipawo and then in 1984, when six local people who had all acted at Kipawo founded CentreStage Theatre, Diana was asked to share the role of Mrs Chauvenet in Harvey. The rest is history! Diana has gone on to act in many productions, but also direct a few (most recently Same Time Next Year) and she was an active Board member in the early years, doing whatever needed to be done to produce a play.

During her early years of community theatre, Diana took a number of theatre workshops, studying speech and acting with Colin Bernhardt, voice and movement with Ellen Pierce, acting for film with Glenn Walton at Neptune, and acting classes with Maxim Mazumdar which led to several seasons of being part of the repertory acting company of the Stephenville Theatre Festival in Newfoundland. As for favourite roles, she says, “it is hard to choose, but one would have to be ‘Juror No.8’, a pivotal role in Twelve Angry Jurors directed by Jerry Etienne at the Atlantic Theatre Festival.

Also the role of the blind sister Libby in The Whales of August, the bag lady in Everybody Loves Opal, Golde in Fiddler On the Roof, Aunt Eller in Oklahoma and of course, Ethel in On Golden Pond at CentreStage [which Diana has played THREE times].”

Diana returns to CentreStage this month for the production of Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced, playing the role of Miss Marple called in to help solve the Murder at Chipping Cleghorn. She states, “there are still some roles I would love to do but I’ll take it a day at a time and right now I’m enjoying working with this great cast and crew.” Call 902-6788040 to make reservations. Treat yourself to Diana’s return to the stage!

Diana says, “My husband was always my strongest supporter and biggest fan and when he passed away, it was very difficult to go back on stage. Finally, CentreStage was re-doing Oklahoma with Cherie Zinck directing and I was persuaded to reprise the role of Aunt Eller.” I, personally, thank you for returning to the stage Diana. You have been an inspiration to me and many others and it is an honour to share the stage with you this month… a dream come true for me having grown up watching your performances. Break a Leg!

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SUDS & DUDS: CRAFT BEERS REVIEWED

Submitted by Greg Sampson

We’re in the midst of a craft beer boom in the Maritimes and some of the very best brews are a stone’s throw away. Here are a few recently sampled favourites. Enjoy!

AMERICAN PALE ALE (5.7%) – BAD APPLE BREWHOUSE, SOMERSET, NS badapplebrewhouse.ca | Brewmaster: Jeff Saunders American Pale Ale is Bad Apple’s bestseller and a Gold Medalist at the 2014 Atlantic Canada Beer Awards. It is unapologetically hoppy with a refreshing hint of citrus. Purveyors of lighter, commercial beers might get an extra “how’s-she-goin” from this APA, but trust me - it’s good for you.

Rating: When you finish a pint of APA, former President of the United States William Jefferson Clinton shows up out of nowhere and gives you a firm, congratulatory handshake. 4.5/5 stars Keep an eye out for their Mosaic Double IPA, which will be available in early March. Full proceeds from last year’s Mosaic brew were donated to the Nova Scotia Down Syndrome Society and Camp Brigadoon.

THE VICAR’S CROSS DOUBLE IPA (8.5%) – BOXING ROCK BREWING CO., SHELBURNE, NS boxingrock.ca | Brewmasters: Emily Tipton and Henry Pedro The Vicar’s Cross is mysteriously palatable for a beer at 8.5% ABV. Doubling up on hops is not everyone’s kettle of fish, but distinct notes of pine and grapefruit will be the saving grace for the unseasoned IPA drinker. It looks like a million bucks in a glass.

Rating: Your grandfather would absolutely lay the smack down if you tried to steal a bottle of his VCDIPA. 4/5 stars 650 ml bottles of The Vicar’s Cross are available in most NSLCs and you would be frigging joking yourself if you were in Shelburne County and did not stop by their facility.

COCOA MILK STOUT (6.6%) - PADDY’S BREWPUB, WOLFVILLE, NS paddyspub.ca | Brewmaster: John Fitzgerald

IN HONOUR OF ST. PATRICK'S DAY – Submitted by Kim C.

To borrow from our local vernacular, if ya don’t drink stout, yer missin’ out! This aptly-named, limited edition brew harkens back to the delicious café mocha that you spent $7 on this morning. It is half as rich, but twice as smooth as Ryan Gosling.

We’re all Irish at least for a day in March when St. Patrick’s Day arrives. St Patrick, a missionary who worked in Ireland converting inhabitants to Christianity, died on March 17 in the fifth century. This day is celebrated globally with many of us wearing green, eating and drinking Irish, singing too loudly and dancing like no one is watching.

Rating: Arthur Guinness would emerge from his subterranean confines in County Kildare and doggie-paddle across the Atlantic just for a swig of this stuff. 4/5 stars

CIDER (THE HIPSTER PREFERENCE): Tideview Vintage Cider: $10.99 at 750 ml

The goal here is to take traditional Irish drinks and honour them with local substitutions.

Paddy’s Brewpub has been supplying the Valley with fine craft beers since 1995. Cocoa Milk Stout is available on tap and by the Growler at their Kentville and Wolfville locations.

THE PORT A GASTROPUB

This traditional cider is made from heirloom Apple varieties grown on Noggins Corner Farm in Greenwich. It has robust apple flavours and a very dry finish. A refreshing alternative to beer and wine. Celebrated nationally last month at Gold Medal Plates.

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IRISH COCKTAIL: Blarney Stone: 2 ounces Irish whiskey, 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice from about two limes, Ginger beer chilled (use the Jamaican style Propeller Ginger Beer available at Pete’s fantastic in cocktails).

Procedure: Add whiskey and lime juice to a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into an ice-filled highball glass. Top with ginger beer and garnish with lime twist.

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Thurs March 19, 5:30pm – 8pm Fresh Kitchen Farming (Good Food Hub Workshop)

What is your Business? Honey bee farm. We sell liquid &

creamed honey (unpasteurized) and beeswax products.

We also help those interested in becoming beekeepers to get started. As well, we are experienced in all aspects of safe honey-bee removals, including swarm collections, cut-outs and trap-outs.

This is the first of our Art & Ease of Good Food Workshop Series. Learn how to successfully grow fresh nutrient-loaded sprouts and shoots for only a few dollars a week, taste sprout-infused market dishes, and leave with some materials to get started. Workshop Series details & costs: www.

WolfvilleFarmersMarket.ca/GoodFoodHub.

What are you most proud of in the product you make or grow for Market?

I have a hive count of approximately 65 colonies—a comfortable number that I can still manage on my own. Most of my apiaries are located within 10 minutes of Wolfville in the beautiful Annapolis Valley. A few are kept within the Town of Wolfville. Shh! Honey is an all-natural sweetener. When it’s local, it doesn’t get any better.

What inspired you to start your business? 15 years ago, I discovered the incredible world of Honey Bees and my fascination with them has not waned since—my interest and obsession has only grown. I had always dreamed of doing something for myself and what started out as a passion seemed like the obvious way to go. “If you love your ‘job’ you’ll never work a day in your life”.

What do you love best about coming to Market? I enjoy the friendship and camaraderie of the other vendors, and the customers—some who stop and talk to me on a weekly basis and who are all super friendly. I enjoy the support and appreciation shown to us by the public for what we do. I love the questions folks ask, even the common ones, and I have answers ready: Yes, I get stung often and yes, they still hurt, each and every time! I never tire of the interaction.

Sat March 21, 8:30am - 1pm Maplicious at the Market

All sorts of things come to mind when you think of Canada, but Maple Syrup tops the list! We’ve tapped into our roots and are pleased to celebrate the sweet liquid gold at Maplicious on March 22nd at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market. Join us for a Maple feast of delicious treats and visuals, as well as a kid’s spring craft activity.

What’s Fresh?

Browse real-time information about Vendors and available Products at www.wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca/whatsfresh. Try it, and show us your list, to enter to win 50 Market Dollars!

Recipe:

PARSNIP FRIES

Kitchen Wizards (Acadia’s School of Nutrition and Dietetics students)

Customer Profile:

• 2½ pounds parsnips or carrots, peeled, cut into about 3½ inch strips • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary, plus 5 sprigs rosemary • 1 large garlic clove, minced • 3 tablespoons olive oil • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper • ½ teaspoon (or more) ground cumin

DARRIN HARVEY

How long have you been a customer of the Wolfville Farmers’ Market and how often do you come? We’ve been going to the market weekly for about 10 to 12 years, barring vacations or weather problems.

Why do you come to the Wolfville Farmers’ Market and have those reasons changed over time? The reasons we go to

1. Preheat oven to 450°C 2. Mix parsnips, chopped rosemary, garlic, and oil on a large rimmed baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.

3. Spread out in a single layer. Scatter rosemary sprigs over.

4. Roast for 10 minutes; turn parsnips and roast until parsnips are tender and browned in spots.

5. Crumble leaves from rosemary sprigs over; discard stems and toss to coat.

Sprinkle ½ tsp. cumin over. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and more cumin, if desired. Enjoy!

the market have remained pretty consistent—seeing friends, sit-down breakfasts, live music, and local goodness.

Particular favourites include Longspell Point Farm’s smoked sausage, The German Bakery’s croissants, Farm Girl Preserves’ pickled beets (Sue’s fave), and Fox Hill’s chocolate milk. EVERY week.

What are some of your other interests and passions? Music. Local music. Radio.

Little else. :)

Do you have a favourite Market-inspired recipe? Every week I joke with the Longspell folks about how well their smoked sausage “pairs” perfectly with bourbon. It’s not a ‘recipe’ per se, but a suggestion any bourbon fan will thank me for.

TWM WOODWORKING William & Tammy Morgan (902) 365 5184 474 White Rock Rd, New Minas

with DEBIT

If we wouldn't put in our house, we don't expect you to put in yours!

Longspell Point Farm • Free Range Beef, Pork & Chicken • Vegetables • Whole-Grain Flour 245 Longspell Rd, Kingsport • 680-5615 • 582-3930 jeffmcmahon@xcountry.tv

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PLEASE NOTE: Event information may change without notice

Thursdays

Babies & Books — Wolfville Memorial Library 10–11am.

Newborn to 2 years. INFO: 542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca Brown Bag Lunch — Fountain Learning Commons, Great Hall, Wolfville 12–1pm. March 12 Speaker: Ed Sulis Topic: Electricity in Nova Scotia Special Location: Seminary House Room 242 (main floor). March 19 Speaker: Matthew Lukeman Topic: Junk Science Special Location: Seminary House Room 242 (main floor). TIX: no charge INFO: 585-1434 / allinfo@acadiau.ca / all.openacadia.ca In the Round Knitting Group — Gaspereau Valley Fibres 1–4:30pm. Also Tuesdays 6–9pm. INFO: 542-2656 / gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Seniors’ Afternoon Out — Wickwire Place, Wolfville 1:30–4:30pm. Social afternoon with peers. Also Tuesdays 1:30–4:30pm. FEE: $5 INFO: Robin, 698-6309 Yoga — White Rock Community Centre, 6:30–7:30pm.

FEE: $2 INFO: 542-3109 / dianneandjohn@eastlink.ca Introductions – An Open Mic — Just Us! Cafe, Wolfville, 6:30–8pm. Come listen to or share songs, slams, or stories.

FEE: no charge INFO: kathy@justuscoffee.com AVD Clubhouse: Walking Club — Wolfville based, locations vary, 6:30–8pm. Offered through the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kings Branch. FEE: no charge INFO: 670-4103 / club@cmhakings.ns.ca Boardgame Night — C@P Lab, Wolfville Public Library, 7pm. Bring your games! Ages 12+ FEE: no charge. INFO: 790-4536 / turpin56@gmail.com Adult Ceilidh Fitness — Community Hall, Greenwich 7–8pm • A fun hour of simple steps and sensational music!

The class is capped at 16 participants. TIX: $50 for 8 weeks, $10 drop-in INFO: 582-1786 / info@webstersdance.com

Fridays

Bookworms Storytime — Port Williams Library, 10:30am.

Stories, games, songs and fun for kids aged 3-5. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-3005 / valleylibrary.ca AVD Clubhouse: Arts Program — CMHA-Kings, Coldbrook 1–4pm. Offered through the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kings Branch. FEE: no charge, please pre-register. INFO: 670-4103 / club@cmhakings.ns.ca Chase the Ace — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5pm.

Chase the Ace drawn at 7:15pm, light supper served 5–7pm TIX: $5 per person, $5 supper INFO: 375-2021 / rubyl@eastlink.ca Fun Night — Legion (downstairs), Kentville, 7pm.

Variety of music. 50/50 tickets available. FEE: $2 INFO: kentvillelegion@eastlink.ca

Saturdays

Wolfville Farmers’ Market — DeWolfe Building, Elm Ave., Wolfville 8:30am–1pm March 7 Music: Shelder the Electric Clamfish March 14 Music: William MacDonald INFO: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca Peace Vigil — Post Office, Wolfville 12–1pm Drop in and Drum! — Baptist Church, Wolfville 1–2:30pm.

W/Bruno Allard. Drop in for a hands-on workshop & jam.

Learn to play the djembe with rhythms & songs from West Africa. Drums provided. FEE: $5 INFO: Facebook: Djembes and Duns Wolfville 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

March 5 – 19, 2015

Sundays

Family & Community Flea Market — Port Williams, former Stage 2 building. 8am–1pm. INFO: exidus36@gmail.com Flea Market — Kentville Legion 8am. Until May 9. 50/50, kitchen open, everyone welcome. Tables $5 INFO: 678-8935 Free Community Swim — Acadia Athletic Complex, Wolfville 3-4pm. Until end of March. FEE: no charge INFO: 542-0368 / KOuterleys@wolfville.ca Social Ballroom Dancing — Community Centre, Port Williams 3–5pm. Practice dance skills and learn new group dances. FEE: $30 per couple per semester, or $5 drop-in per couple. INFO: 698-2806 / DanceTime_PortWilliams@hotmail.com Acadia Improv — Student Union Building (basement), Acadia 7pm INFO: colinmcguire@live.ca

Mondays

Free Community Walking/Running — Acadia Athletic Complex, Wolfville 6-9am & 6-9pm (Mon. to Fri.). On the indoor & outdoor track. FEE: no charge INFO: 542-0368 / KOuterleys@wolfville.ca Painting Morning — Recreation Centre, Wolfville 9:30am–12pm. W/Evangeline Artist Cooperative. Bring your own projects to work on & be inspired by like-minded artists.

FEE: $2 INFO: Susan, 542-4448 Fitness Classes — White Rock Community Centre, 10:30–11:30am. Also Tuesdays. FEE: $2 INFO: 542-3109 / dianneandjohn@eastlink.ca Fiber Ops — Hantsport Library, Every second Monday, 3–4:30pm, Until Spring (next: March 9). Chat & Knit, Stitch, Hook or Weave. Bring your project & join this friendly group. INFO: hantsport@valleylibrary.ca Windsor Game Night — Library, Windsor 6pm. Board game group. FEE: no charge INFO: meetup.com/valleygames Toastmasters — 2nd Floor, Irving Centre, Acadia 6:30–8pm. Communicative skills to enhance peaceful and effective dialogue. INFO: Chris, 691-3550 / vppr.wolfville.tm@gmail.com Darts (mixed league) — White Rock Community Center, 7pm. INFO: Garf, 542-7073 Insight (Vipassana) Meditation — Manning Memorial Chapel, Acadia, downstairs, 7:30–9pm. W/Laura Bourassa.

Suitable for beginner and experienced meditators.

Instructions, short talk, discussion. FEE: free-will offering.

INFO: 365-2409

Tuesdays

Book in the Nook — Wolfville Memorial Library 10–10:30am. Suggested age range: 3–5. INFO: 542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca Friends in Bereavement — Western Kings Mem. Health Centre, Berwick 10am–12pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (next: March 17). VON Adult Day Program Room (main floor). INFO: 681-8239 / friendsinbereavement@gmail.com Rug Hooking — 57 Eden Row, Greenwich 1–3:30pm.

Drop-in rug hooking. FEE: donation. INFO: Kay, 697-2850 Friends in Bereavement — Kentville Baptist Church 2–4pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (next: March 17).

Left parking lot entrance, sponsored by Careforce. INFO: 681-8239 / friendsinbereavement@gmail.com Yoga for Teens — Wolfville Recreation, 7 Victoria Ave. After school until 5pm, until April. W/Kelly Sheehan. Grades 5-9 invited, enjoy the benefits and mindfulness of yoga. TIX: no charge INFO: wolfville.ca / facebook.com/wolfvillerecreation Dukes of Kent Barbershop Chorus — Bethany Memorial Baptist Church (gym), Aldershot 7pm. We sing four-part harmony. INFO: dukesofkent.ca

Learn Irish Music — Paddy’s Pub (upstairs), Kentville 7–8pm. Bring your instrument & learn to play traditional music in a relaxed, convivial setting. FEE: no charge INFO: 697-2148 / slowsession@outlook.com Valley Scottish Country Dancers — 125 Webster St., Kentville, 7:30–9:30pm. Second term: Feb. 10 – May 12.

All levels, no partners needed. FEE: $6/class, $60/term.

INFO: keppie@eastlink.ca / vscd.info Card Party (45’s) — White Rock Community Center, 7:30pm. Until April 21. INFO: Deanna, 542-7234 International Folk Dance — Wolfville Curling Club (upstairs), 7:30-10pm. Until June. Traditional circle & line dances from the Balkans & the Middle East. Expert instruction, no experience necessary. FEE: $5 regular, $3 students INFO: 690-7897

New Horizons Band — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7pm. Fun, informal community band under the direction of Brian Johnston. INFO: Donna, 542-7557 / macdonaldwilson@accesswave.ca

LIVE THEATRE

Brain Injury Support Group Drop-In — Baptist Church, Kentville 10am–12pm. 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month (next: March 11). For brain injury survivors, their families and/or caregivers. INFO: valley@braininjuryns.com / BrainInjuryNS.com Kentville Farmers’ Market — Town Hall Recreation Centre, 350 Main Street, Kentville 10am–2pm. Open year-round. INFO: marketmanager@kentville.ca / kentvillefarmersmarket.ca Toddler Rhyme Time — Kings County Family Resource Centre, 503A Main St., Kentville 9:30–10:30am. Please register. FEE: no charge INFO: 678-5760 / kcfrc.ca Wolfville Breastfeeding Support Group — Anglican Church, Wolfville 10am–12pm. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month (next: March 18). INFO: Annapolis Valley Breastfeeding Support Groups on Facebook.

Recreational Pick-Up Indoor Soccer — Indoor Soccer Facility, Kentville 11am–1pm. Co-Ed & all ages. Bring both a dark & white shirt. FEE: $5 INFO: 678-2426 Wolfville Community Chorus — 30 Wickwire Ave., Wolfville 5:30–7pm. New members welcome! FEE: $180 yearly membership, no charge for first-time drop-in. INFO: 542-0649 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com Valley Youth Project — Louis Millet Community Complex, Rm 128, New Minas 6:30–8:30pm. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month (next: March 18).

Social drop-in for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, 25 years & under. INFO: valleyyouthproject@gmail.com / valleyyouthproject.wordpress.com

Into the Woods — West Kings District High School, Auburn March 5, 6, 7, 7:30–10:30pm, March 8, 2–5pm • Stephen Sondheim’s dark mash-up of Grimm Brothers familiar fairy tales. A baker and his wife discover they have been cursed to never have a child. A lesson of choices, responsibility, and the consequences of our actions. TIX: $13 adult, $10 student @ West King’s High or call. INFO: 847-4440 A Murder is Announced — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville March 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 8pm. March 8, 22, 2pm • Looking for an evening of murder, mayhem and fun? An announcement in the village paper states the time and place where a murder will occur. Miss Marple is at her best as she quietly gathers the clues in the case. Suitable for all ages, see poster page 9. TIX: $15/$12 INFO: 678-8040 / centrestagetheatre.ca The Star Keeper — Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor March 8, 2-3pm • Celebrated company Théâtre de l’Oeil will engage and entertain young audiences using puppets, music, scenography, and special effects. The story of Pretzel, a funny little worker with a funny little face, is rich with comical, surprising and touching characters.

Recommended for children ages 4 and up and their families, see poster page 11. TIX: $13 advance, $15 at door @ Windsor Home Hardware & all Ticketpro outlets, Ticketpro.ca INFO: 798-5841 / puppets@mermaidtheatre.ca J Caesar — Lower Denton Theatre, Acadia, Wolfville March 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28, 7:30pm, March 29, 2pm matinee • In the Acadia Theatre Company’s production of J Caesar, a female Caesar threatens to destroy Rome’s Republic by being crowned Queen. Julia Caesar advocates a traditional, socially conservative way of life, with law and order and the rejection of reproductive rights and gender equity at the forefront of her beliefs. See poster page 9. TIX: $15 regular, $10 student/senior, group rate (7+ people) $8 each @ Acadia Box Office (542-5500), or at the door INFO: acadiatheatre@gmail.com / Facebook.com/AcadiaTheatreCompany Steel Magnolias — Fountain Performing Arts Centre, 33 King’s-Edgehill Lane, Windsor March 20, 21, 27, 28, 7:30pm, March 21, 22, 28, 2pm matinee • Presented by Quick As A Wink Theatre Society. Set in a beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, six women come together in this hilarious and heartwarming story about life, love and loss.

Parental guidance under 13, see poster page 17. TIX: $17.50 adults, $15 seniors/students @ Moe’s Place Music (Windsor) or call. INFO: 798-5565

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Wednesdays AVD Clubhouse: Music Jam Session — Louis Millett Complex, New Minas 10am–12pm. Offered through the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kings Branch. FEE: no charge INFO: 670-4103 / club@cmhakings.ns.ca

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Judith J. Leidl — Oriel Fine Art, Wolfville • Fine art: floral paintings, scarves, acrylic paintings, prints, ceramics, and Inuit work from Baffin Island. INFO: 670-7422 / judithleidlart.com “PRESS” — Harvest Gallery, Wolfville. Until March 13 • “PRESS” Our annual Printmaker’s Show INFO: 542-7093 / harvestgallery.ca Group Showcase — The Bread Gallery, Brooklyn. Until March 29 • Our 4th annual End of Winter Showcase is a juried selection of recent works by members of the Hants County Arts Council. This showcase features a variety of paintings, sculpture, fibre art, carvings and folk art. INFO: 757-3377 / breadgallery.blogspot.ca

Alex Pfaff — Jack’s Gallery, Wolfville. Until March 29 • Solo show of paintings by Alex Pfaff. Submissions of work for future shows is also being accepted. Download submission form at acadiacinema.coop/jacksgallery INFO: jacksgallerywolfville@gmail.com Wild Lupin Media — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville • The work of Brian Cottam of Wild Lupin Media on display during the run of A Murder is Announced. INFO: 678-7601 / wildlupin.ca Apple Bin Art Gallery — Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville • Approximately 100 pieces of affordable original art created by local Valley artists. Part proceeds go towards hospital equipment and to help support Annapolis Valley health care programs.

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March 5 – 19, 2015

WHAT'S HAPPENING FROM MARCH 5 – 19, 2015 SEND YOUR EVENTS TO INFO@GRAPEVINEPUBLISHING.CA

Please note: Events are subject to change.

Unless otherwise stated, please dial 902 at the beginning of all phone numbers.

THURSDAY, 5

Introduction to Data Mining — Patterson Hall, Wolfville 5:30–9pm • Basics of Unsupervised and Supervised Learning. Instructor: Danny Silver, Director of the Acadia Institute for Data Analytics, will provide an overview of Data Analytics and introduce the basics of Data Mining through a hands-on tutorial. Please bring your own laptop. TIX: $15 INFO: 585-1777 / wesley.booth@acadiau.ca Non Duality Meet Up — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 7pm. Also Thursday 19 • Nonduality is the sense that all things are interconnected and not separate, while at the same time all things retain their individuality. Awareness of nonduality can give you a bigger perspective on life, a greater sense of freedom, and bring you a more stable happiness. All welcome to our biweekly meet-ups. TIX: no charge INFO: 401-3973 / smodayur@gmail.com Music Jam — Community Center, Cambridge 7–10pm • 50/50 tickets. Donations for refreshment table are greatly appreciated. TIX: donation INFO: 538-9957 / gands@xcountry.tv North Alton Jamm Session — Community Hall, North Alton 7–10pm • Come on out and play or enjoy the music. Door prize and 50/50 draw.

We also have a great lunch, tea and coffee. TIX: donation INFO: 678-3050 / jnanaw62@gmail.com

FRIDAY, 6

International Cafe — Kings Volunteer Resource Centre, Kentville 9:30–11am • Hola!, Salut!, おはようございます, Halo!,안녕하세요, Ciao!, Shalom! 您好, ‫مرحبا‬, kumusta, Hello!

The International Cafe was created by a local immigrant and member of the Immigration Steering Committee to help connect newcomers, immigrants, international students and locals in a friendly and neutral environment on a monthly basis. Everyone is welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: 678-1398 / info@kingsvolunteerresourcecentre.ca Women of the Bahamas — United Baptist Church, Centreville 10–11am • Video of their cultures and special music by soloist Mary Kinsman.

Offerings help to provide grants for projects.

All welcome. TIX: donation INFO: 678-3939 / lesmbs@eastlink.ca Fibre Ops Fridays — Library, Windsor 10am–12pm.

Also March 13 • For knitters, crocheters, hookers, spinners, and weavers. Bring your own project.

Everyone welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 798-5424 / windsor@valleylibrary.ca Transmogrified: Being Transgender in the RCMP — Beveridge Arts Centre, Rm 142, Wolfville 11:30am–1pm • Constable Joe Beaton will give a talk entitled: “Transmogrified: Being Transgender in the RCMP and Some Other Stuff about my Life” TIX: no charge INFO: 585-1289 World Day Of Prayer — St. Francis of Assisi Church, 118 Main St., Wolfville, 2pm • Come to pray and act in solidarity with the people of The Bahamas and your fellow Christians locally and around the world. Snow date: March 13. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-3074 / bacain33@gmail.com ORO! Orkestra Dance Party! — Farmers Market, Wolfville 8pm • Come out of your igloo, warm

your feet and add a groove to your soul! Join us for circle dancing, free-style dancing, or a little finger snapping! TIX: $10 adult, $5 students, no charge for children (at door) INFO: oro.orkestra@gmail.com Concert: Pat LePoidevin & Breagh Potter — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 8pm • Two great folk musicians from Acadia’s School of Education. Presented by Axe Radio. TIX: $6 at door INFO: patlepoidevin.com / music.cbc.ca/#!/artists/ Breagh-Potter Benefit Dance — Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville 9pm–1am • A night of great local music provided

by Kevin Davidson, to assist Garnet Kennedy with traveling, medication, and costs associated with prostate cancer/radiation treatments in Halifax. TIX: donation INFO: 542-7896 / kennedy_oickle@hotmail.com

SATURDAY, 7

Lions Breakfast — St Andrew’s Anglican Church Hall, Hantsport 7–10am • Pancakes, eggs, bacon, hash browns, toast, juice, tea or coffee.

Proceeds for community service programs.

TIX: $6 adult, $3 ages 6–12 yrs., no charge under age 5 INFO: hantsportlionsclub.com / themackenzies@ns.sympatico.ca Breakfast — United Baptist Church, Canning 7:30–10:30am • Pancakes (regular & gluten free), blueberry sauce, bacon, sausages, beans, eggs, hashbrowns, toast and tea or coffee. TIX: donation INFO: 582-3227 Valley Stamp Club — Community Centre, Port Williams 1:30–3:30pm • Doors open at 12pm to allow time for members trading, talk etc. Visitors welcome. TIX: $6 annual dues, $1 per meeting INFO: 665-4577 / stamps@eastlink.ca Open House — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 2–4pm • Royal Canadian Legion Br. 74 invites you to meet the WWII Veterans. Music and lunch provided, all welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com Professional Wrestling — Annapolis Mess, Greenwood 6–9:30pm • LPW live professional wrestling featuring: former WWE Superstar Rene Dupree, XXL, Rick Owens, Mark Maverick, CoCo Rose, James Carr, JP Simms and many more!

TIX: $10 advance, $12 regular INFO: 309-1229 / chrissteeveswrestleslam@hotmail.com Cultural Celebration — Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons, Wolfville 6:30–9:30pm • The international community from 54 different countries that make up Acadia come together to represent their nations. Performances and displays of cultures & different cuisines. Put on your best cultural wear (or don’t, it’s all about acceptance) and come and celebrate Acadia’s diversity. TIX: $10 students, $15 others @ the Wong Centre all week. INFO: 495-9826 / irfanathas@hotmail.com Southern Gospel Music — Baptist Church, Woodville 7–9pm • With Philip and Dianne Aptt. They have sung together in churches for 46 years. TIX: donation INFO: 538-0542 / debbieparrott1@gmail.com Great Gatsby Gala and Auction — Louis Millet Complex, New Minas 7:30pm–12am • Step back into the Roaring Twenties in support of the Annapolis Valley Honour Choir. Live and silent auction, dance music by Swingology, catering by the Privet House and cash bar. Costumes encouraged. Cash or cheque only event. TIX: $25

@ Ticketpro.ca and all outlets. INFO: 678-1562 / info@valleyfamilyfun.ca Night Kitchen Fortuitous — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8–10pm • Here at Night Kitchen, we feel so incredibly lucky to be able to showcase so many great local performers: Kate & Rich and Curtis Matheson, as well as a host of other phenomenal musicians. Come and share in our luck! See ad p.8. TIX: $10 regular, $5 students @ Just Us Cafe (Wolfville) INFO: nightkitchenwolfville@gmail.com Dance: Appaloosa — Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • Bar and kitchen available. 19+ event. TIX: $7 INFO: 678-8935

SUNDAY, 8 – Daylight Savings. Spring forward!

Johanne McInnis Celtic Jazz Trio — Blomidon Garden Centre, Greenwich 11am–2pm • Joanne McInnis on Harp, Alex Porter on Percussion and Kory Bayer on Bass. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-2295 ext 259 / shiltz@blomidonnurseries.com

Everyday Citizenship: Community Discussion Series — Box of Delights Bookshop, Wolfville 1pm • Speaker: Susan Dworkin on music and well-being.

Limited seating, feel free to bring a chair. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-9511 Benefit Jam — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 1–4pm • All musicians welcome to join the circle. Donated food items for the lunch table, greatly appreciated. All proceeds for Foster & Shirley Levy, both battling cancer. TIX: donation INFO: Valerie, 538-0007 / Pam, 375-2399 / brucebeattie155@gmail.com Benefit for Margaret (Johnson) Fredericks — Fire Hall, Waterville 1–4pm • Variety show and ticket auction, 50/50, canteen and bake sale. All funds to support Marg in her fight with cancer. TIX: donation INFO: 538-3291 International Women’s Day — St. Andrews Anglican Church Hall, Hantsport 2–4pm • Equality or inequality – are we making progress? Speakers and general discussion. TIX: no charge INFO: 684-3876 / hhdavidson@eastlink.ca Musical Variety Show — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 2–5pm • All Proceeds for Legion entertainers: Caroll Edwards, Brent & Madelyn Bauchman, Gary Morine & Margie DeEll, w/emcee Harold Hunt TIX: $5 INFO: 542-5869 The Dracus Trio — Wolfville Baptist Church, Wolfville 3–4pm • The Dracus Trio in Concert Featuring Jossée MacInnis, Clarinet, Dakota Scott-Digout, Piano, Anne Haley, Violin.

Graduating performance students from Mount Allison University present the music of Aram Khachaturian, Peter Schuthorpe, Srul Irving Glick and Tango for Trio. See poster page 16. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-0649 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com Fundy Film screens TWO DAYS, ONE NIGHT — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • Sandra (Oscar nominee Marion Cotillard) just out of hospital finds herself jobless and can only return to work if she convinces a majority of co-workers (over a weekend) to sacrifice their yearly bonuses.

The Dardennes have turned a relevant social inquiry into a powerful statement on community solidarity, once again delivering a film that is simple on the surface but alive with compassion

Brought to you by: Commercial St, New Minas • 678-7777 / jessyspizza.ca

and wisdom. See ad p.7 TIX: $9 INFO: 542-5157 / fundyfilm.ca

MONDAY, 9

Council Advisory Committee — Council Chambers, Kentville 1:30pm • Open to the public. TIX: no charge INFO: kentville.ca/town-hall/town-council ORO! Orkestra Open House — Curling Club, Wolfville 6:30–8pm • Step behind the brass curtain and join ORO! Orkestra for a night! Learn some of our favourite Turkish and Balkan tunes.

Bring an instrument! (Or your voice... or both!)

Ability to read sheet music is helpful, but not essential. TIX: $5 INFO: oro.orkestra@gmail.com Valley Gardeners Club — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 7:30pm • Guest speaker, Doug Hickman, presents “Neonics, gardens, bees and more: What’s all the buzz about?” All are welcome to attend. TIX: no charge INFO: renanixon@hotmail.com

TUESDAY, 10

PIM and PAC Meeting — County of Kings Municipal Complex, Kentville 1–4pm • Public info meeting for the public to comment on an application to amend the Land Use Bylaw to rezone property at 177 Middle Dyke Road, North Kentville, to the Community Facilities (CF) Zone and to permit Search and Rescue Operations in the CF Zone. TIX: no charge INFO: 690-6276 / mfredericks@countyofkings.ca Acadia Div: Open House — Acadia Divinity College 1–8pm • Annual open house for people interested in studying at Acadia Divinity College. Sit in on classes, worship with our community, talk about a call to ministry, and see what courses and degrees would work best for you. TIX: no charge INFO: 585-2210 / acadiadiv.ca LegoRama — Library, Windsor 3:30–4:30pm • After school Lego for children ages 5-10. LEGO provided, bring your imagination. TIX: no charge INFO: 798-5424 / windsor@valleylibrary.ca Presentation: The Startup Life — Farmers Market, Wolfville 7–9pm • Co-branded Mashup LAB / Refresh Annapolis Valley Lightning Talk, Suman will share the story of his startup journey with Adroit Vista - a predictive data analytics technology for global brands. A talk about seeing a problem, to building a team, to developing a solution, to finding customers and raising money all in a matter of months! Joined by Planters Ridge Winery. TIX: no charge INFO: refreshannapolisvalley@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, 11

Babies and Books — Library, Windsor 10:30–11am • One-on-one time for babies (0-24 mos.) & their caregivers with stories, songs, rhymes & social time. TIX: no charge INFO: 798-5424 / windsor@valleylibrary.ca Cozy Corner Storytime — Library, Hantsport 10:30– 11:30am • Fun-filled hour of stories, rhymes, games and crafts. For preschool aged children and their caregivers. TIX: no charge INFO: 684-4005 Fundy Film screens BIRDMAN — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • This black comedy (four Oscars!) tells the story of an actor (Michael Keaton) – famous for portraying an iconic superhero – as he struggles to mount a Broadway play in a bid to reclaim past

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March 5 – 19, 2015

VALLEY EVENT TICKET GIVEAWAY: CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO: Steel Magnolias, Friday March 20, 7:30pm at Fountain Hall Performing Arts Centre, King’s-Edgehill School, Windsor. Draw date: Friday, March 13 Enter all draws: valleyevents.ca/win

glory. In the days leading up to opening night, he battles his ego and attempts to recover his family, his career and himself. See ad p. 7 TIX: $9 INFO: 542-5157 / fundyfilm.ca

Dance: Meredith — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 8pm–12am • TIX: $5 INFO: 798-2031 / windsorlegion@eastlink.ca

Valley Women’s Business Network — Kings Riverside Court, Kentville 7–9pm • 15th Anniversary Celebration and AGM. Nibbles, networking, and a presentation by Pam Murray, owner of Invisible Fence Brand of Annapolis Valley for more than 10 years. TIX: no charge to VWBN members, $10 at the door for guests. INFO: rsvp@vwbn.ca

SATURDAY, 14

PechaKucha SHIFT Rural — Farmers Market, Wolfville 8–10pm • What does it mean to be rural?

What stories define your rural experiences? What are the futures of rural communities? Come join us as we attempt to address these questions and more! TIX: $7 regular, $5 students/seniors INFO: (867) 335-7322 / caitlin.m.hinton@dal.ca

THURSDAY, 12

Fun and Fables — Library, Windsor 10:30–11:30am • One-on-one time for preschoolers (2-5) & their caregivers with stories, songs, rhymes & craft time. TIX: no charge INFO: 798-5424 / windsor@valleylibrary.ca AVCC Tourism Committee Meeting — Studio Z, Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 10:30am • The Tourism Committee of the Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce meeting with Kelli MacDonald & Nick Fry from the Nova Scotia Tourism Agency.

New regional partnership approach that will replace Destination Southwest Nova Scotia.

Everyone welcome. TIX: no charge INFO/RSVP: tattingstoneinn@eastlink.ca Wolfville Advocates for Progressive Politics Meeting — Joe’s Emporium, Wolfville 12pm • Anyone who is interested come and join in the discussion! TIX: no charge INFO: kmichaele@hotmail.com Public Meeting — County of Kings Municipal Complex, Kentville 6–9pm • Review and gather public feedback on the draft energy & large-scale wind turbine policies. Storm Date: Wednesday, March 18 - same location and time. TIX: no charge INFO: 690-2450 / kings2050@countyofkings.ca Meeting: Annapolis Valley Decorative Artists — Greenwich Fire Hall 7pm • A short painting project.

Anyone interested in decorative art is welcome.

TIX: inquire INFO: Sylvia, avdecorativeartists.ca

FRIDAY, 13

National Theatre Live: Behind the Beautiful Forevers — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9:40pm • India is surging with global ambition, but beyond the luxury hotels surrounding Mumbai airport lies a makeshift slum, full of people with plans of their own. Their schemes are fragile; global recession threatens the garbage trade, and other slumdwellers are about to destroy the neighbourhood.

TIX: $20 @ Ticketpro.ca and all outlets, & at the door INFO: 697-4231 / kathy@justuscoffee.com Spring Fling Kitchen Party / Dance — Lions Club, Kentville 8pm • Sing, play, dance or just enjoy your friends. Munchies, spot dances, 50/50 draw, and a door prize. W/host band Vintage TIX: $6, $10 couple INFO: 679-4899 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com

Breakfast — Legion, Kentville 7:30–10am • Enjoy a good breakfast with friends. TIX: $6 adult, $3 children 12 and under INFO: 678-8935 / legion.ca Community Breakfast — Kentville Fire Dept.

Auditorium, Kentville 8am–11pm • Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, toast and tea coffee and juice. In support of the Kentville Fire Dept. TIX: free will offering INFO: 678-7798 St. Patrick’s Ceilidh Dance — Farmers Market, Wolfville 6–9pm • Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day like they do in Ireland courtesy of the North Mountain Ceilidh Band. Toe-tapping, nay foot stompin’, jigs, reels, hornpipes and all manner of spirited tunes. Learn group dances called

by Irish dance instructor Niamh Webster.

Performance from the Tir na nOg Irish Dancers, proceeds to offset cost of travel to competition & costumes. TIX: $10 advance, $12 at door, $5 age 12 and under, no charge under age 5 @ Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville) INFO: 582-1786 / info@webstersdance.com Concert: The Hupman Brothers — Union Street Cafe, Berwick 8pm • One of most loved Nova Scotia bands. Ryan and Scott have an original sound and superb artistry. A deep connection to Blues. TIX: $17 INFO: 538-7787 / contactunionstreet@gmail.com Dance: Rte. 12 — Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • Bar and kitchen available. 19+ event. TIX: $7 INFO: 678-8935 Battle of the Bands — Student Union Building, Acadia 9pm–1am • Axe Radio and the Live Different Club present the second Battle of the Bands. Local celebrity judges, two categories for competition (solo/duo & band) with prizes awarded. Community & student event, all are welcome. TIX: $2 INFO: Natalie, acadialivedifferent@gmail.com St. Patrick’s Day Dance — Lions Club, Berwick 9pm–1am • All proceeds to Berwick & District Lions Club. 19+ event. TIX: $6, $10 couple INFO: 538-0295 / kel_lyn_eve@hotmail.com

SUNDAY, 15

Video Improv — War Memorial Community Centre, Windsor 9am–8pm • Learn the collaborative art of Video Improv. Use video to help end gender violence. NOTE: space limited, pre-register only. Visit our web page and follow the instructions. TIX: no charge INFO: 582-3888 / ks@creativeaction.ca / cjproject.engagingmenandboys.ca/video-improv Steve Lee Jazz Trio — Stems Café, Blomidon Garden Centre, Greenwich 11am–2pm • Steve Lee Jazz Trio with Alex Porter on Percussion and Kory Bayer on Bass. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-2295 ext 259 / shiltz@blomidonnurseries.com Gamelan Open House — Harvey Denton Hall, Acadia 1–3pm • A relaxing hands-on session about Indonesian gamelan. Learn about and play the various instruments in our set (drums, flute, bronze pots, metallophones and gongs).

No experience needed, all are welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: ken.shorley@acadiau.ca

Benefit — Community Hall, Falmouth 1:30–8pm • Benefit for Barb Crowell to help with medical expenses. Music, bake table, silent auction, door prizes, 50-50 and lunch. TIX: donation, $2 for lunch INFO: 684-9594 / mariane@eastlink.ca Fundy Film screens THE IMITATION GAME — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbatch), the genius British mathematician, logician, cryptologist and computer scientist, led the charge to crack the German Enigma Code that helped the Allies win WWII. Turing went on to assist with the development of computers after the war, but was prosecuted by the UK government (1952) for homosexual acts deemed illegal. Oscar adaptation winner! See ad p.7 TIX: $9 INFO: 542-5157 / fundyfilm.ca Gala Dinner With Jill Barber — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 6–10:30pm • Fourth annual Gala with our favourite performer. Admission includes a Gala Annual Pass for dinner at the Margaretsville Fire Hall. Jill’s concert at the Evergreen follows. This pass also entitles you to at least two 2015 free shows (our choice). See page 17. TIX: $100 (call or email) INFO: 825-6843 / evergreentheatre@gmail.com

MONDAY, 16

Drumming W/ Kadijah — Library, Hantsport 1–2:30pm • Lively beat of West African and Middle Eastern drumming. Hands-on workshop, bring your own drum or use one of Kadijah’s. Preregistration required. For ages 10 and up. TIX: no charge INFO: 684-4005 / valleylibrary.ca Learn to Dance ORO! Orkestra style — Curling Club, Wolfville 8–9:30pm • Want to dance? ORO! Orkestra (Wolfville’s Turko-Balkan folk dance party band) offers the third of three special winter teaching sessions, in preparation for the upcoming live musik dance party at the end of the month! Led by dancer Heidi Kalyani, everyone welcome. TIX: $5 INFO: oro.orkestra@gmail.com

TUESDAY, 17 – Saint Patrick’s Day!

Committee of the Whole — County of Kings Municipal Complex, Kentville 9am • TIX: no charge INFO: 1-888-337-2999

St. Patrick’s Day Tea & Bake Sale — Trinity United Church, Waterville 10am–12pm • Proceeds to the work of the Trinity United Church Women. TIX: donation INFO: 678-6251 / carolina_tucker@hotmail.com Canadian Red Cross Babysitters Course — Canadian Red Cross, Kentville 9–4pm • Designed for youth 11+ and covers: safety tips for all ages, basic child care, and what to do in case of emergency. TIX: $50 includes book and certificate INFO: 670-1383 / braveheartcourse@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, 18

Wolfville Historical Society Meeting — St. John’s Anglican Church (meeting room), Wolfville 2pm • Dr. Antony Berger, geologist and earth scientist, speaks on “Across the Gulf, the Importance of Nova Scotia in the History of Western Newfoundland”. TIX: no charge INFO: wolfvillehs.ednet.ns.ca

Mid-Week Mingle — Pete’s upstairs Mezzanine, Wolfville 4:30-6pm • Facilitated by Elsie of Wetmore Counselling and supported by the WBDC. Light refreshments and snacks provided, meet and mingle. TIX: no charge INFO: emore40@gmail.com Mental Health Crisis Response Services — Louis Millet Complex, New Minas 7–8:30pm • The Kings County Chapter of the Schizophrenia Society hosts a presentation of the Mental Health Crisis Response Services. Those attending the presentation will be encouraged to present their concerns about the effectiveness of the Response Services for those with mental health issues. TIX: no charge INFO: 681-2448 / rcann@eastlink.ca Fundy Film screens RED ARMY — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Combining histories of the former USSR and sport’s most successful dynasty–the Red Army hockey team–this documentary focuses on team captain Slava Fetisov’s transformation from national hero to political enemy. Seeing how sport can mirror social and cultural movements, in this case, the parallel rise and fall of the Red Army team with that of the USSR itself, the Cold War plays out on the ice rink and a very visible citizen seemingly standing up to a powerful system, is seen to have contributed to paving the way to change for generations of Russians. See ad p. 7 TIX: $9 INFO: 542-5157 / fundyfilm.ca

THURSDAY, 19

March Break Adventure Day — Ravine Hiking Trail, Kentville 8:30am–4:30pm • Explore the Kentville Ravine and Miners Marsh trails, and learn all about the various species that call Kentville home.

TIX: $20 INFO: 679-2539 / recreation@kentville.ca Film: Cinéma Politique — Studio Z, Wolfville, 7–9pm • The End Of Democracy? A consideration of the changes taking place in Canada and where it is headed. A focus on signs of fascism in the US and ask if Canada is showing similar characteristics under the Harper government. Two short videos followed by a discussion. Sponsored

by WAPP (Wolfville Advocates for Progressive Politics). TIX: donation INFO: 678-3748 / cinepolitique@gmail.com Film: Porn - Sexual Liberation or Misogyny?

— Beveridge Arts Centre, Acadia 7–9pm • Gail Dines documentary video, “Pornland: How the Porn Industry has Hijacked our Sexuality” followed by an expert panel discussion and question period. Panellists include: Dr. Beth Pentney (Women’s and Gender Studies), Dr. Toni Roberts (Sociology), and Prof. Sarah Vannier (Psychology). TIX: no charge INFO: 585-1289 / gillian.poulter@acadiau.ca

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SPRING IS BREWING

Submitted by Scott Olszowiec, East Coast Beer Tours

It’s hard to believe but Mother Nature is brewing up another batch of spring and it will be ready soon. St Paddy’s Day always reminds us that it will be green again. Before you know it the snow will have melted into the ground and quenched the thirst of this year’s crop.

Also cropping up and growing quite well is Nova Scotia’s perennial craft beer industry. Now at twenty-one craft breweries, with many more pubs and eateries serving local craft beer, beer enthusiasts, and those new to beer, are never very far away from the unique places and spaces that have taps pouring blends of malt, barley and hops.

This spring, HRM hopes to see three new breweries opening. Cape Breton is also poised to sprout a new one. And, a couple of groups are working on two new breweries right here in the Valley. Todd Beal, a beer enthusiast who publishes a blog called The Maritime Beer Report says, “The year is looking exciting in the Maritimes!” Keep your taste buds ready for specific opening dates. In the meantime, there are plenty of places already offering tasty libations.

In Somerset, Bad Apple Brewhouse was named Brewery of the Year at the Atlantic Canadian Beer Awards held in Halifax last fall. Continuing east is Paddy’s Pub in Kentville and Wolfville, Sea Level Brewing in Port Williams, Schoolhouse Brewery in Falmouth, Meander River Farm & Brewery in Ashdale, as well as some great pubs along the way. A local business, East Coast Beer Tours had its first craft beer tour in the Valley last Thanksgiving and hopes to offer more this spring. Stay tuned and be sure to check out Maritime Beer Report for a listing of breweries, pubs and other beer news. Please enjoy beer responsibly.

LIST OF CRAFT BREWERIES & BREWPUBS Bad Apple Brewhouse, Berwick: badapplebrewhouse.ca Big Spruce Brewing, Cape Breton: bigspruce.ca Boxing Rock Brewing Company, Shelburne: boxingrock.ca Garrison Brewing, Halifax: garrisonbrewing.com Granite Brewery, Halifax: granitebreweryhalifax.ca Hell Bay Brewing Company, Liverpool: hellbaybrewing.com Meander River Brewery, Ashdale: meanderriverfarm.ca North Brewing Company, Halifax: northbrewing.ca Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville: paddyspub.ca Propeller Brewery, Halifax: drinkpropeller.ca

CAMP ALDERSHOT COMMANDO CHALLENGE

Submitted by Diane Schofield, Fundraising Coordinator, dschofield@avdha.nshealth.ca Do you like a challenge?

Camp Aldershot and Valley Regional Hospital Foundation have joined forces to offer a fun, challenging and inspiring day of tactical exercises, team building and camaraderie in a safe environment. It’s called The Camp Aldershot Commando Challenge: register your team of four and test your skills in camouflage and concealment, fitness, weapons handling, and navigation. Under the direction of military personnel use a C7 service rifle and C9 machine gun.

Register your team by March 31 with your intention-to-participate fee of $1,000. Your fee includes two gala tickets to Evening on the Rhine on April 25 and a radio and print media package.

Registered teams actively fund raise, by whatever creative means they devise, and attend the gala to bid on one of four Challenge spots in the live auction. The Camp Aldershot Commando Challenge takes place Sunday, May 31. The Gala also offers a spectacular four-course meal paired with local wines, prepared by Chefs Jason Lynch and Craig Flinn. The Evening on the Rhine Gala will take place at the Louis Millett Community Centre in New Minas beginning at 6pm with complimentary wine. Tickets are $125 with a $50 receipt, and must be pre-booked by April 9.

For additional information on The Camp Aldershot Commando Challenge or Gala call (902) 678-5414.

Rare Bird Craft Beer, Guysborough: rarebirdbeer.com Rockbottom Brew Pub, Halifax: rockbottombrewpub.ca Rogue’s Roost, Halifax: roguesroost.ca Rudder’s Brewpub, Yarmouth: ruddersbrewpub.com Schoolhouse Brewery, Falmouth: schoolhousebrewery.ca Sea Level Brewing Company, Port Williams: sealevelbrewing.com Tatamagouche Brewing Company, Tatamagouche: tatabrew.com Townhouse, Antigonish: antigonishtownhouse.blogspot.ca Uncle Leo’s Brewery, Lyons Brook: uncleleosbrewery.ca

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EVERGREEN GALA WITH JILL BARBER Submitted by David O’Leary

We are very excited to have the Evergreen’s favourite performer of all time, Jill Barber, return for our fourth annual Gala on March 15. Jill often says that the Evergreen has been one of her favourite places to play ever since that day in 2005 when she, as a relatively unknown Halifax songwriter, brought along two of her friends, Rose Cousins and Meaghan Smith to play here.

Nowadays Jill travels the world from her Vancouver home and is in great demand everywhere.

When we heard that she would be in the neighborhood in March (playing a gig with Symphony Nova Scotia) we asked her to drop by. She agreed instantly and insisted on forgoing her fee for the renovation effort. At first listen, what sets Jill Barber apart is her distinctive voice. But it’s her ability to write an immediately memorable song that has made her one of Canada’s most recognizable artists.

Reservations for the 2015 Evergreen Gala are on sale now at $100 per person which includes an income tax receipt for $50. Included as part of your admission is a Gala Annual Pass. The Gala Annual Pass gives you admission to our special Gala Dinner (Italian theme) at the Margaretsville Fire Hall and to Jill’s concert following at the Evergreen. This pass also entitles you to invitations to at least two 2015 free shows (our choice and probably more than two, as we offered at least four to “members” last year).

Tickets are available at Scotiabank in Greenwood, NS or contact us at evergreentheatre@gmail. com or 902-825-6834.

SHOW ME YOUR INK

Submitted by Donna Holmes Photo Credit: Donna Holmes

Tattoo Artist (masks): Nick Lightfoot, Kustom Creations Cycle & Ink, kustomcreations.ca Tattoo Artist (music): James Brown, Five Forty Two Kings, facebook.com/fivefortytwokings Tattooee: Amanda Doyle, Wolfville My friend Amanda is a Barista at Just Us Coffee in Wolfville. When asked if we could feature her tattoos in The Grapevine, she shyly agreed and let me know that her mask and music tattoos represent her two daughters and the relationship she has with them. Playing music, singing, dancing, and attending wonderful local concerts is a huge and awesome part of the time they all spend together.

Amanda commented about the girls, “they are my entertainment and my joy – that’s why both masks are happy!”

SHOW ME YOUR INK

is proudly sponsored by Everlasting Ink Tattoo and Piercing

8789 Commercial St., New Minas 681-3025 / everlastingink.com

STEEL MAGNOLIAS

March 20, 21, 27, 28 at 7:30pm • Plus matinees on March 21, 22, 28 at 2pm Fountain Performing Arts Centre, 33 King’s-Edgehill Lane, Windsor, NS. Tickets Available at Moe’s Place Music Sales (110 Gerrish St, Windsor) or by calling 902-7985565. $17.50 Adults, $15 Seniors/Students (Parental Guidance under 13) The action is set in Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where the ladies who are ‘anybody’ go to have their hair done. Six women come together in this hilarious and heartwarming story about life, love and loss. As the title suggests the female characters are as delicate as magnolias but as tough as steel.

The play is based on the family experience of the play’s author, Robert Harling, following the death of his sister in 1985 from diabetic complications. A writer friend advised Harling to write down his experiences to help come to terms with the loss. He did so, originally as a short story, to give his nephew an understanding of the child’s deceased mother. It eventually evolved to a play performed Off-Broadway before being adapted for the Steel Magnolias movie in 1989.

Harling felt it important to include the way the characters utilized humour and lighthearted conversations to cope with the seriousness of the underlying situations. He wanted the audience to have a true representation of what his family endured during his sister’s experience.

Starring: Jane Kerr, Ashley Langille, Lisa Labrasseur, Tracy Churchill, Terri Bowlby-Chaisson, and Lorraine Lazier. Directed by Alan Tupper.

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CAMPS:

March Break: It’s coming faster than you realize, but Valley Family Fun has got you covered!

A list of camps available is being updated all the time on the March Break Tab. INFO: valleyfamilyfun.ca/index.php/march-break Wolfville Camp: March 16–20, 9am–4pm @ Wolfville Recreation Centre. Theme: “Yours Truly King Arthur” For grades P–5. Activities scheduled for the week to include medieval events, horseback riding, archery, calligraphy & shelter building to name a few. FEE: $100, $135 early drop-off/late pick-up INFO: wolfville.ca/recreational-services / facebook.com/wolfvillerecreation Ross Creek Arts Camps: March 16–20, 9am–5pm.

Programs for ages 5–18. Birds of a Feather, Project Earth, Terrific Trolls, Castles and Crowns, Urban Art, Printmaking, Jewellery Design, Improv Art, Young Writer, and more! FEE: $65 per day, $295 for all 5 days of fun. INFO: artscentre.ca Drawing Camp: March 16–20, 9:30am–12pm @ Acadia University Art Gallery. W/Elizabeth Sircom.

Drawing skills workshop for middle and high school students. Pencil, charcoal and pen and ink.

Some materials provided. FEE: $135 ($125 for gallery members) INFO/Reg: gallery.acadiau.ca / libsirc@laposte.net Kentville Teen Camp: March 17 & 18, 10am–6pm @ Rec Centre, Kentville. Heartwood Youth Leadership Workshop for ages 15–17 who want to make a difference in their community. Registration required, space is limited. FEE: $20, includes meals INFO: 444-5885 / michael@heartwood.ns.ca / heartwood.ns.ca/march-break Youth Drama Camp: March 16–20 @ CentreStage Theatre, Kentville. The Taming of the Shrew, non-musical, for ages 9-16. Participants will learn stage skills such as voice, movement, character development and technical aspects. Artistic director is Colleen Hagen.

FEE: $150 INFO: centrestagetheatre.ca /

CLASSES/LESSONS:

Community Yoga: Wed. & Fri., 12–1pm @ Dance Studio, Downstairs, Old-SUB, Acadia. FEE: $5, no charge for Acadia students INFO: Carole, cazaflows@gmail.com Inner Sun Yoga: Classes for every level of student with certified instructors in our inviting studio space.

INFO: 542-YOGA / innersunyoga.ca The Art of Healthy Living: A 30-minute chi kung exercise routine and the art of healthy eating over 3 consecutive Wednesday evenings starting March 11 from 7–8:30pm in Wolfville. FEE: $30 INFO/Reg: yula@centrefortheways.com / centrefortheways.com / 697-2661 Tai Chi-Chi Kung: This internal dancing Tao exercise is offered Tuesdays 6:30–8pm at Manning Memorial Chapel (AcadiaU). Beginners welcome, next session March 10. FEE: $90 for 10 weeks. Latecomers welcome. INFO/Reg: yula@centrefortheways.com / centrefortheways.com / 697-2661.

Taoist Tai Chi™: Lions Hall, 78 River St., Kentville: Tuesdays, 6–9pm & Thursdays, 11:30am–2pm. Berwick Town Gym: Mondays, 6–7:30pm. INFO: Mary Anne, 678-4609 / kentville@taoist.org Introduction to Nonviolent Communication: 4-part DVD series presented by Peacemakers - An Association for Alternative Dispute Resolution. Resolve conflict peacefully and develop relationships based upon mutual respect. March 7, 1:30–3:30pm in Room 117, Louis Millett Complex, New Minas. Continuing

next 3 Saturdays. FEE: no charge INFO/Reg: 798-3793 / www.facebook.com/PeacemakersNovaScotia ‘The Budding Herbalist’ 6-Month Online Course: Starts April 24. Learn medicinal, magical, crafty, & spiritual uses of herbs. You will learn the basic skills of how to get going with your own herbal pantry through hands-on learning. You will receive a lesson each month via E-mail. FEE: $100 early-bird special! $150 after March 14 INFO: 680-8839 / sisterlotus.com / oriana@sisterlotus.com

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WORKSHOPS/RETREATS/ SESSIONS:

Educational Wine Seminars: Planter’s Ridge Winery, Port Williams. Expand your wine knowledge.

March 7, 2–4 pm Wine & Food Pairing: learn how different foods change the flavour of wine w/Paul Thimot. March 14, 2–4 pm Wine 101: navigate a wine list, taste with confidence, properly open and serve wine to your guests. w/Mark DeWolf. FEE: $25 per workshop INFO/Reg: 542-2711 / info@plantersridge.ca / plantersridge.ca Mini Private Women’s Retreat: March 13–15, Wolfville. Herbal medicine making, yoga, breathwork, meditation, belly dance, herbal cooking & baking, hiking, snowshoeing, smudging, ‘spa time’ with Sister Lotus products, visioning. Wood stove, deep bathtub, sweet cat, gourmet meals, all supplies. FEE: $225, includes lodging & healthy, gourmet meals. $150 w/o lodging. Non-refundable. INFO/Reg: 680-8839 / oriana@sisterlotus.com Monarca: Watercolour Painting Workshop: March 21, 1–4pm @ BAC 130, The Studio, Acadia. W/Twila Robar-DeCoste. Explore forms, shapes and colour via the medium of watercolour within a loosely realistic style. Beginners welcome, limit of 12. Informal gathering at Il Doce to follow. FEE: $60 incl. materials INFO: judith.leidl@acadiau.ca “The Art and Ease of Good Food”: Hands on learning, handouts, recipes and tasting in the new Good Food Hub commercial kitchen. March 19, 5:30–8pm: Grow nutrient packed sprouts and shoots, April 16, 5:30–8pm: Make bread/buns/wraps out of real gluten-free whole grains and seeds, May 21, 5:30–8pm: Combine beans, nuts, seeds and whole grains to get a rich and tasty source of plant protein. FEE: $129.37 (tax in) for all 3 classes, $57.50 for one INFO/Reg: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca/register-for-events Digging Deeper into Supervised Learning Workshop: Thurs., March 12, 6–9pm @ Patterson Hall 224, Acadia. W/Hugh Chipman. Research in Statistical and Machine Learning has lead to a variety of algorithms, models and methods for analyzing data. Participants will be given instructions on installation of the open-source R prior to the session.

Bring your laptop and be comfortable with using tools such as Excel, web browsers, etc. FEE: $15 (please register by March 10, 4:30pm) INFO/Reg: 585-1777 / wesley.booth@acadiau.ca Video Improv Workshop: Sat., March 14, 9am–5pm, Kentville. Leadership workshop presented by Chrysalis House and Juniper House aimed at ending gender violence. Opportunity to train leaders in our community and in your organizations. INFO/Reg: cjproject.engagingmenandboys.ca/video-improv

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: 681-0120 / lisahammettvaughan@flowercart.ca Health Board Volunteers: Your Eastern Kings Community Health Board is looking for volunteers.

INFO: 542-1244 / kwilkie@avdha.nshealth.ca Inn From The Cold: Shelter volunteers are always needed. Interested? Please contact us! INFO: 670-2201 / c.southall@ns.sympatico.ca

Furniture Bank: We use the Open Arms’ truck for pickups and deliveries of good used furniture. We take the following items (in good condition): couches & arm chairs, dressers, tables & chairs, beds. We do not take appliances, electronics, or hide-a-beds. INFO: 365-3665 / openarms.ca White Button-up Shirts Needed!: The KCA school choir needs donations of white button-up blouses for girls and boys, for children in grades 4-6 (ages 10+).

These can be dropped at the main office, or sent to school with a KCA student. Thank you for your help!

INFO: 690-3840

FOR HIRE/PURCHASE:

Pam’s Editing Services: Make your writing look professional! Experienced editor and journalist can help you with: press releases, manuscripts, ads, reports, school essays, proposals. FEE: $35/hr. INFO: Pam, 306-0570 / pamsediting@gmail.com 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, 697-2926 Hand-Crafted Urn Boxes: Respectful, wooden, locally-made. INFO: Farmer Eddie, 542-3387 Massiah’s Cleaning: The best services, prices and quality of work. Stripping, waxing, deep scrubbing, recoating, buffing, tile & grout, cement & degreasing, carpets & general. Throughout the Valley, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – even on short notice. Maintenance plans available. INFO: Ryan, 691-3614 Acupuncture / Chinese Medicine / Herbal Care: #221, 112 Front St. Wolfville (above EOS). Hi, I’m Devorah Fallows & I’m committed to supporting health in our community. Find lasting, overall health by getting to the root of your problem using natural, safe & healthy methods. Specializing in menopause, sexual & reproductive health, emotional balancing & sleep restoration. Children welcome. INFO: 300-3017 / devorah@oceanbayclinic.com / oceanbayclinic.com Existing Mobile Business For Sale: Operate from Home - No storefront needed. Exclusive territory - All of SW Nova Scotia. Already generating 45K+ with potential for more. Equipment & training Included.

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GENERAL:

Prom Dress Consignment: We are looking for your prom dresses! Twice in a Life Time Prom Dress Consignment Sale, April 18, 12-5pm in Kentville. Set your price, and we will take only 20% for our charity.

INFO: susancarey@ns.sympatico.ca Camp Aldershot Commando Challenge Registration: Camp Aldershot and Valley Regional Hospital Foundation have joined forces to offer a fun, challenging and inspiring day of tactical exercises, team building and camaraderie in a safe environment. Test your skills in camouflage and concealment, fitness, weapons handling and navigation. Register your team of 4 by March 31 with your intention to participate fee of $1000. Takes place Sunday, May 31, see page 16.

FEE: $1000 per team of 4 INFO: Diane, 678-5414 / dschofield@avdha.nshealth.ca Try Pickleball For Adults: March 9 & 23, 7:30–9:30pm @ KCA, Kentville. Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. According to the US Pickleball Association, the name came from a family dog named Pickles who would chase after balls and then hide them in the bushes. FEE: $2 INFO: Brenda, bgrkentville@gmail.com Kentville Library: Plans for a new space for the library are currently on hold. I encourage all citizens who are interested to contact town council and the Mayor and let them know that the library is important to them.

INFO: valleylibrary.ca

EMPLOYMENT:

Hiring – BACKROADS® The World’s #1 Active Travel Company: Looking for Trip Leaders who are competent and guest focused, and passionate about the area where they’re working. Deliver authentic, enriching – and sometimes profoundly life-changing – experiences. INFO: backroads.com/leaders

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Wanted: Home/Apartment/House Sit: We’re a queer couple with a sweet older dog and a cat, looking for a place to call home from May to October, 2015. $650 or less. Can provide references. INFO: 877-9412 / rvollick@gmail.com House Sitting: I’m looking for opportunities to house sit for the coming year, starting around the end of April. Happy to do chores, take care of the place, etc in exchange for a place to stay. INFO: Adam, 225-4714 / gadambarnett@gmail.com ISO Vacation House: Looking for someone with a house/cottage located someplace warm who would be interested in having a painting done in exchange for a couple of weeks to rejuvenate my mind, body, and spirit! INFO: annmarie_clow@yahoo.ca Apartment for Rent: Lovely, large basement apartment in a quiet Port Williams home available now. This spacious non-smoking apartment has a large kitchen, 4 piece bath, large living and sleeping rooms.

Heat, water, and power are included in the rent. A cat or other small pet would be welcome, however no dogs please. INFO: 542-7227

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