The Grapevine, March 10 - 24, 2016 by The Grapevine, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia

ARTS CULTURE COMMUNITY March 10 – 24, 2016 Issue No. 13.03 – 5500 printed copies

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“Well, that’s my cozy kitchen. On my last job, my lovely director gave me a 50mm lens as a parting gift. I’ve been practicing with it around the house, and I think I got it right with this picture. I was indoors with my niece and nephew, and Nic had gone out to work in the garage. His beer was left forgotten on the table.” Some of Zoe’s more exotic photos can be viewed at: zoedamato.com

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Cecily and Mavis are office girls who have just won 20,000 pounds in the Sweepstakes. They decide to let their London flat while Mavis travels in Europe and Cecily prepares to marry her fiancé, Nigel, who is returning from working in the Sudan. Cecily, though, is not sure she wants to settle down yet. At best it has been a tepid relationship after years of monotony in the office, but Nigel is furious at the thought of postponing their wedding. Then a personable fellow named Bruce appears, ostensibly to check out the flat, and he intuitively senses her situation and offers excitement and romance. Cecily succumbs immediately and breaks off her engagement with Nigel. Within weeks she and Bruce marry and move to a charming but secluded cottage in the country - where the idyll disintegrates as Bruce begins to undergo a terrifying transformation.

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The play is adapted by Frank Vosper from a short story written by Agatha Christie. George Henry and Peter Booth are co-directors. Cast in order of appearance: Carole Ball, Candy O’Brien, Linda Levy Fisk, Kevin Pearle, Mike Butler, Bryen Stoddard, Hannah Fisk, Richard Richard. March 11, 12, 13m, 18, 19, 20m, 26, April 1, 2. Show times: 7:30pm (Box office opens at 6:45pm) & 2pm (Box office opens at 1:15pm). Tickets $15/$12 Call 902-678-8040 for reservations. CentreStage Theatre is located at 61 River Street, Kentville. centrestagetheatre.ca

WHO'S WHO: DAVID BROWNING: NOBODY DOES IT BUTTER Mike Butler

Confession: Even at the age of 37, there is nothing more satisfying than a peanut butter and jam sandwich with the crusts cut off! When I was a kid, it was my favourite thing Kraft or Skippy peanut butter and my mom’s homemade strawberry or raspberry jam piled between two pieces of Ben’s white bread. I’d take my sandwich and go read by the wood stove or put a puzzle together and life was grand! As an adult, it’s funny to think how my views on food haven’t changed but my concern for my health and well-being has. Now I eat my sandwich on multi-grain bread with organic raspberry jam and Nutsmith smooth peanut butter made from 100% peanuts (nothing added in) by Yum Foods Limited. Not only am I supporting a local business but I also feel better about what I’m eating because of how it’s created. I want to take this time to introduce and profile the man behind the Yum name: David Browning. David Browning was born in Regina and moved to Winnipeg. After high school, he moved to British Columbia before coming to Nova Scotia in the early 1970s. He was actually on his way to Nepal when he arrived in Nova Scotia and never left. The Annapolis Valley seemed to be the best place to settle because there were a lot of like-minded folks with a great spirit of entrepreneurship! Settling on the South Mountain, David built his own house from scratch. By that I mean he salvaged timber and built it with the help of his friends. Always being conscience and appreciative of his environment, David says, “The home was completely off the grid; I had a turbine (wind power), propane, and a generator. I lived a distance from the end of the road so I had a horse, she carried me and the kids and lots of supplies, from the end of the road to the house, in all seasons. I still have nearly 30 acres on the South Mountain.” I think it’s safe to say, I am not the only one who’s extremely envious of David and what he’s created! For more than 40 years David has been making bread and peanut butter in the Annapolis Valley. He started in 1974, at 23 years old, in Wolfville and in 1975 Yum Bakery was born. At that time a new local store called EOS

It’s not just peanut butter for David; he spreads himself out as well, spending time with his wife Connie and their five children. He loves to play tennis and travel, and, now that his daughter Lily has taken over management of the retail shop, David can relax, work fewer hours, and spend more time boating (one of his favourite hobbies!). Always up for an adventure, David may just throw on his backpack and take off somewhere to do some exploring. Since his trip to Nepal was sidetracked, bringing David and his business to Nova Scotia, that might be a good place to start! Best of luck David and thank you for your products, I am simply nuts about them!

Photo Credit: David Browning Energy Foods had opened and they wanted locally made products. David began creating nut butters and baked goods for EOS. For a number of years David worked part time in the bakery and nut butter business, as he was also a trained farrier. As the David Browning Farrier Service he worked for 17 years in the Valley. During that time the nut butter and baking business had grown to the point that it required his undivided attention. So David started to smite nuts and bake bread full time and gave up the farrier business. And in many ways, we’re glad he did. Yum Foods Limited started in a little space in Wolfville, spent many years in Kentville, then a few years ago David bought a building in Windsor, where they are today. The new space has made expansion easier, with about 4000 square feet of production space and lots of machinery. Over the years many have worked at Yum Bakery, mostly family and life long friends, which adds to the very local feel and ideals of the business. Today five people work there - some new and some who've been there for many years. Yum Bakery could not have been around all these years without their help. Today, David’s nut and seed butter brands, NutSmith and Naturally Nutty Certified Organic, are available at most Sobeys Stores (across Atlantic Canada), Petes, Save Easy In-

FAMILY FUN IN THE VALLEY: MARCH BREAK FAMILY FUN Laura Churchill Duke, Valley Family Fun There is no shortage of things to do this March Break with your family! Camps: Whether you need daycare, or your kids want a unique experience, there are many camps that run full days during the week. There are athletic camps in just about every sport, or camps in arts and music, or general day camps through town recreation departments. Partial Camps: There are several camps that run only a few days during the week. These include some church and art camps. These kinds of camps help to break up the week, and offer a break to both kids and parents!

dependent Stores, many regional health/natural food stores, farm markets, and more. He also makes butters for a distributor in Quebec and Ontario. David makes peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, and sesame tahini along with specialty butters like macadamia and pecan. The butters are sold by the jar and in larger pails for commercial use. For those who really like it a lot… they're called Butter Nuts! If you have any questions, email David at yumfoodslimited@ns.sympatico.ca

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What fascinates me about the NutSmith peanut butter is reading the ingredients list which clearly states “Peanuts” and that’s all. You can taste the difference between David’s products and the other brands because his butters are not filled with all the additives. He states,“The nuts and seeds come from all over the world! There are suppliers but sometimes we import the nuts ourselves, buying them a tonne at a time. Have you ever wondered what a ton of nuts looks like? Call us and we will let you know when the next shipment arrives! The nuts/seeds are roasted and then ground in huge grinders until they are a tasty spread. Just nuts/seeds, nothing else, no salt, no sugar, and no fat added. Over 40 years I think I have mostly perfected the right amount of time to roast and to grind to make a consistently popular butter.” Offering Sewing Repairs

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Daily Activities: So many places are offering a variety of activities on each day of the week that you can pop in and try them. Ross Farm Museum has a daily theme, and the County Fair Mall will have everything from dominoes to the Hug-a-Tree Program. Recreational facilities are also offering free swims and skates, so there is no shortage of activities! For more information and details visit ValleyFamilyFun.ca and be sure to check out the daily calendar of kids’ events!

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INDEX

Who’s Who............................... p.3 About Us................................... p.4 Furry Feature........................... p.4 Random Act of Kindness.......... p.4 Uncorked........................... p.4, 18 Active & Healthy Living........ p.5, 7 Crossword /Eat to the Beat ...........p.5

Horoscopes / Trivia / Tides.............. p.6 Recipe...................................... p.6 In Review................................. p.7 Weekly Events/Tides......................p.8 Compline.................................. p.9 Horton Ridge..................................p.9 Food & Drink.......................... p.10

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My office was selling tables on kijiji. I had a young man pick up a few tables while I was working one day. He told me that he is from the Philippines and that his family moved to the Valley recently. He was buying the tables for his sister's birthday party. I helped him load the tables into his car and off he went. A couple of hours later he returned to my office with a hot chocolate to thank me for helping

Haymitch is a neutered male, domestic shorthaired, black (with a bit of white) cat. We have guessed his date of birth to be Aug 12, 2014. He was a stray found in the Wolfville area and has now been neutered and vaccinated and microchipped. He has a luxuriously soft coat and beautiful amber eyes and is very friendly.

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WHERE TO FIND US WOLFVILLE: Just Us! Café, Farmers' Market, T.A.N. Cafe, EOS, Public Library, Carl's Independent, Muddy's Convenience Street Mailbox, The Box Of Delights Bookstore, Pita House, Il Dolce Far Niente Espresso Bar GASPEREAU: XTR Station, Gaspereau Valley Fibres Reids's Meats GRAND PRÉ: Convenience Store, Just Us! Roastery

AVONPORT: Kwik-Way HANTSPORT: Jim's Independent FALMOUTH: Petrocan, Fruit & Vegetable Company WINDSOR: T.A.N. Café GREENWICH: Hennigar's, Blomidon Nurseries PORT WILLIAMS: The Noodle Guy CANNING: Kwik-Way, ValuFoods CENTREVILLE: Kwik-Way, TJ's Convenience

NEW MINAS: Pita Pit, Irving Big Stop, Milne Court KENTVILLE: Designer Café, T.A.N. Café, Café Central, Hospital, Save Easy COLDBROOK: T.A.N. Café, Callister's Restaurant BERWICK: North Mountain Coffee, Union Street Café KINGSTON: Library, Pharmasave GREENWOOD: Country Store

MIKE UNCORKED: THE SHOWS MUST GO ON! Mike Butler

The next few months are JAMMED with live theatre productions and I want to put out some buzz for these shows as I’m a huge fan of live theatre and supporting the local theatre community. I encourage you to spread the wealth, make the time, and support as many of these hardworking volunteers as you can. The Acadia Theatre Company proudly presents Anton Chekhov’s Three Sisters. This stirring drama is adapted and directed by Michael Devine and will no doubt be a huge success, as most Acadia productions tend to be. Three Sisters is being presented at Denton Hall, Acadia University, March 9-12 and March 16-19. Show time is 7:30pm and tickets are available at the Acadia Box Office or by calling 902-542-5500. Although the performances are already SOLD OUT for the Feelin Groovy production, a warm and witty musical about aging, I still wanted to promote this show. This is what happens when friends get together and start chatting. There are still seats available for the Pay What You Can dress rehearsal on March 10 at the Al Whittle Theatre (450 Main St., Wolfville). Starts at 7pm. Enjoy and break a leg everyone! Fresh off the heels of their sell-out musical Annie, Quick as a Wink Theatre in Windsor presents their spring non-musical production of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. The play is a comedy set at the home of the bride in Knoxville, Tennessee during the newly married couple's overdone wedding reception. The five bridesmaids have found refuge in the room of Meredith, the sister

Photo Credit: Mike Butler of the bride. The women come to realize, among other things, that they, despite their differences, have more in common with each other than any of them do with the bride. The play was written by Six Feet Under and American Beauty scribe Alan Ball and is sure to be a huge hit with audiences. One cast member states, “To those of you who love a great story, a genuine connection with the characters, a great belly laugh, and being put on the edge of your seat, you won't want to miss our latest show!” You can purchase tickets online at quickasawinktheatre.ca, at the door, or at Moe’s Music Place in Windsor. The show is being performed at The Fountain Mike Uncorked – Continued on p 18

ACTIVE AND HEALTHY LIVING: LIFE HACKS FOR THE END OF WINTER Lee-Ann Cudmore, Registered Acupuncturist | Call/text: 902-300-5109 | valleyacu.ca We have been having an “are we there yet” kind of running conversation in our home. It tends to come up as we are standing in the porch, digging for the other “colourful glove” (you know the drill – we have 15 pairs of mittens and gloves but we need that one specific “colorful glove” or the world might end.) Or it will come up when my six year old is reluctantly putting on his snow pants. He will often follow the question up with, “Didn’t the ground hog say spring is coming?” It is difficult to explain to a child that a rodent coming out of a box isn’t a very accurate way to predict the weather. But maybe I am wrong; I ha-

ven’t looked into it, in any great detail. None the less, there has been lots of conversation about spring. Hennigar’s Farm Market has their spring count down sign up, so we’re getting there. But in the meantime, here are a few pointers, ideas, coping strategies, to get us through to the sunshine and warmth. “Are we there yet?” I think the answer is, “Almost, just a little further.”

Are you really struggling? Then don’t put it off, go see your family doctor. Many people struggle with low energy, low mood, decreased motivation, and lethargy during the winter. Your doctor can help. Vitamin D – Have you been taking your Vitamin D this winter? Talk to your doctor, naturopathic doctor, or pharmacist about supplementing with a Vitamin D drop and the dose that is appropriate for your age and health. Exercise – I know you don’t want to do it. I

know it is hard to find the time. It is hard for me too. But my most recent trip to the doctor included an exercise prescription. The benefits are physical, mental, social, and emotional and we are built to move. So let’s stop fighting it and just do it. Outside time and fresh air – Get your windows open on the days that you can! Get outside even if it is for a few minutes. Need something to do while you are outside? Grab a garbage bag or a

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THURSDAYS: 10, 17, 24

Blomidon Inn (Wolfville): Jazz Mannequins (11th) 6:30pm

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Marshall & Lake (10th,17th , 24th ) 12pm

Joe’s Food Emporium (Wolfville): The Mark Riley Project (11th) 8pm

Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Ron Edmunds Duo (10th, 17th, 24th) 6pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Joe Murphy (18th) 8pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Open Jam Session (10th, 17th, 24th) 7pm,St. Patrick’s Dance (17th ) 8pm

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

Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): The Tony & Lenny Show (25th, 3rd, 10th) 7:30pm

Dooly’s (New Minas): Karaoke w/Denny Miles (11th ,18th) 10pm

Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): The Hupman Brothers (10th , 24th ) 9pm

Anvil (Wolfville):Skratch Bastid St.Paddy’s Tour (18th )10pm

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Trivia Night (10th, 24th) 9pm

The Port Pub (Port Williams): Roxy and the Underground $20 (18th) 9pm

Anvil (Wolfville): St.Paddy’s Party w/DJ FRD $4 (17th) 10pm , Hipster vs Hippie w/DJ FRD (24th)10pm The Library Pub (Wolfville): Tony Wood (17th ) 8pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): DJ Lethal Noize (17th )10pm Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): Meredith McCulloch (17th ) 7pm King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville):The Tony & Lenny Show (10th, 24th ), MacFarlanes Rant (17th ) 6pm

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Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Marshall & Lake (11th, 18th) 12pm Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Caleb Miles (11th), Groove Kings (18th) 5:30pm

SATURDAYS: 12, 19 Edible Art Café (New Minas): John Tetrault (12th,19th) 12pm Farmers’ Market (Wolfville): Chantal Peng(12th), Rod & Ron (19th) 10am, St.Patrick’s Celidah Dance (19th) 6pm The Library Pub (Wolfville): Bob and Ro (12th ,19th ) 2pm The Noodle Guy (Port Williams): Alex Hastie’s Wham Bam Spaghetti Jam (12th, 19th) 1:30pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): The Hilites (12th) 3pm, DJ BillyT(12th) 10pm, The Music Dogs (19th) 3pm , DJ Lethal Noize (19th) 10pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Hal Bruce (12th), John Geddes (19th) 8pm King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): PM Blues (12th), Broke w/ Money (19th) 8:30pm

Union Street Café (Berwick): Gabrielle Papillou $25 (19th) 6pm Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): Music Videos (12th,19th) 10pm Anvil (Wolfville): DJ Dekz (12th) 10pm,(19th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Music by Woodscott (12th) 9pm , Music by Varisty Groove (19th)9pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): Music by Jack Mac Donald (12th) 8pm

SUNDAYS: 13, 20 Paddy's Pub (Wolfville): Paddy’s Irish Session (13th, 20th) 8pm

MONDAYS: 14, 21 Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Ron Edmunds Band (14th,21st) 12pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville):Open Mic w/Saltgrass (14th), Open Mic w/Cas McCrea (21st) 8pm

TUESDAYS: 15, 22 Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Ron Edmunds Band (15th, 22nd) 12pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): Irish Jam Session (15th, 22nd ) 8pm T.A.N. Coffee (Wolfville): Open Mike & Donna (15th,22nd) 8pm

WEDNESDAYS: 16, 23 Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): David Filyer (16th ,23rd ) 12pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Billy T’s Karaoke (16th ,23rd ) 9pm

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Horoscopes for the week of March 10th

ARIES (March 21-April 19): “He in his

madness prays for storms, and dreams that storms will bring him peace,” wrote Leo Tolstoy in his novella The Death of Ivan Ilych. The weird thing is, Aries, that this seemingly crazy strategy might actually work for you in the coming days. The storms you pray for, the tempests you activate through the power of your longing, could work marvels. They might clear away the emotional congestion, zap the angst, and usher you into a period of dynamic peace. So I say: Dare to be gusty and blustery and turbulent.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Quoting poet

W. H. Auden, author Maura Kelly says there are two kinds of poets: argument-makers and beauty-makers. I think that’s an interesting way to categorize all humans, not just poets. Which are you? Even if you usually tend to be more of an argument-maker, I urge you to be an intense beauty-maker in the next few weeks. And if you’re already a pretty good beauty-maker, I challenge you to become, at least temporarily, a great beauty-maker. One more thing: As much as possible, until April 1, choose beauty-makers as your companions.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): To have any hope of becoming an expert in your chosen field, you’ve got to labor for at least 10,000 hours to develop the necessary skills — the equivalent of 30 hours a week for six and a half years. But according to author William Deresiewicz, many young graphic designers no longer abide by that rule. They regard it as more essential to cultivate a network of connections than to perfect their artistic mastery. Getting 10,000 contacts is their priority, not working 10,000 hours. But I advise you not to use that approach in the coming months, Gemini. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you will be better served by improving what you do rather than by increasing how many people you know. CANCER (June 21-July 22): “I sit before

flowers, hoping they will train me in the art of opening up,” says poet Shane Koyczan. “I stand on mountain tops believing that avalanches will teach me to let go.” I recommend his strategy to you in the coming weeks, Cancerian. Put yourself in the presence of natural forces that will inspire you to do what you need to do. Seek the companionship of people and animals whose wisdom and style you want to absorb. Be sufficiently humble to learn from the whole wide world through the art of imitation.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The marathon is a long-distance footrace with an official length of over 26 miles. Adults who are physically fit and well-trained can finish the course in five hours. But I want to call your attention to a much longer running event: the Self-Transcendence 3100-Mile 6

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Race. It begins every June in Queens, a borough of New York, and lasts until August. Those who participate do 3,100 miles’ worth of laps around a single city block, or about 100 laps per day. I think that this is an apt metaphor for the work you now have ahead of you. You must cover a lot of ground as you accomplish a big project, but without traveling far and wide. Your task is to be dogged and persistent as you do a little at a time, never risking exhaustion, always pacing yourself.

have fed yourself over the years. Was it a banquet or a starvation diet?” He wasn’t talking about literal food. He was referring to the experiences you provide yourself with, to the people you bring into your life, to the sights and sounds and ideas you allow to pour into your precious imagination. Now would be an excellent time to take inventory of this essential question, Sagittarius. And if you find there is anything lacking in what you feed yourself, make changes!

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In old Vietnamese folklore, croaking frogs were a negative symbol. They were thought to resemble dull teachers who go on and on with their boring and pointless lectures. But in many other cultures, frogs have been symbols of regeneration and resurrection due to the dramatic transformations they make from egg to tadpole to full-grown adult. In ancient India, choruses of croaks were a sign of winter’s end, when spring rains arrived to fertilize the earth and bestow a promise of the growth to come. I suspect that the frog will be one of your emblems in the coming weeks, Virgo — for all of the above reasons. Your task is to overcome the boring stories and messages so as to accomplish your lively transformations.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): According

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “Your anger is a gift.” So proclaims musician and activist Zack de la Rocha, singer in the band Rage Against the Machine. That statement is true for him on at least two levels. His fury about the systemic corruption that infects American politics has roused him to create many successful songs and enabled him to earn a very good living. I don’t think anger is always a gift for all of us, however. Too often, especially when it’s motivated by petty issues, it’s a self-indulgent waste of energy that can literally make us sick. Having said that, I do suspect that your anger in the coming week will be more like de la Rocha’s: productive, clarifying, healthy. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Even now, all possible feelings do not yet exist,” says novelist Nicole Krauss. In the coming weeks, I suspect you will provide vivid evidence of her declaration, Scorpio. You may generate an unprecedented number of novel emotions — complex flutters and flows and gyrations that have never before been experienced by anyone in the history of civilization. I think it’s important that you acknowledge and celebrate them as being unique — that you refrain from comparing them to feelings you’ve had in the past or feelings that other people have had. To harvest their full blessing, treat them as marvelous mysteries. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Look at yourself then,” advised author Ray Bradbury. “Consider everything you

to a report in the journal Science, most of us devote half of our waking time to thinking about something besides the activity we’re actually engaged in. We seem to love to ruminate about what used to be and what might have been and what could possibly be. Would you consider reducing that amount in the next 15 days, Capricorn? If you can manage to cut it down even a little, I bet you will accomplish small feats of magic that stabilize and invigorate your future. Not only that: You will feel stronger and smarter. You’ll have more energy. You’ll have an excellent chance to form an enduring habit of staying more focused on the here and now.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): One of the legal financial scams that shattered the world economy in 2008 was a product called a Collateralized Debt Obligation Squared. It was sold widely, even though noted economist Ha-Joon Chang says that potential buyers had to read a billion pages of documents if they hoped to understand it. In the coming weeks, I think it’s crucial that you Aquarians avoid getting involved with stuff like that — with anything or anyone requiring such vast amounts of homework. If it’s too complex to evaluate accurately, stay uncommitted, at least for now. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “I wish I

knew what I desire,” wrote Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish, born under the sign of Pisces. “I wish I knew! I wish I knew!” If he were still alive today, I would have very good news for him, as I do for all of you Pisceans reading this horoscope. The coming weeks will be one of the best times ever — EVER! — for figuring out what exactly it is you desire. Not just what your ego yearns for. Not just what your body longs for. I’m talking about the whole shebang. You now have the power to home in on and identify what your ego, your body, your heart, and your soul want more than anything else in this life. Homework: What’s the single thing you could do right now that would change your life for the better? Freewillastrology.com.

RECIPE

APPLE CHEDDAR PORTER SOUP Jenny Osburn,*The Union Street Cafe Cookbook* • • • • • • • • • •

2 tablespoons Butter 1 Onion, diced 4 Annapolis Valley Apples, seeded but not peeled, cut into chunks 1/4 cup Flour 2 teaspoons Salt 6 cups Chicken or Vegetable Stock (or water) 1 bottle (345 ml) Porter or your favourite Nova Scotian ale 1 cup Grated Cheddar 1/2 cup Cream or Milk (optional) 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for about five minutes, until starting to soften. Add the apples and stir and cook for another five minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and salt and cook for a minute, then whisk in the stock and porter. Turn the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Simmer until the apples have softened and are falling apart. Remove the pot from the heat and blend the soup until smooth with an immersion blender (regular blender = yikes, unless you let the soup cool first). Place the pot back over low heat and add the cheddar and optional cream or milk. Whisk until the cheese has melted, then add the pepper and taste, adding a little more salt if necessary. Jenny Osburn now lives the simple life on the North Mountain after fifteen years of co-owning and running the Union Street Cafe in Berwick. She is the author of The Union Street Cafe Cookbook, available at fine retailers across Nova Scotia. Find her cookbook, recipes, and more at jennyosburn.com!

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IN REVIEW: RECENT NEWS, HAPPENINGS, AND EVENTS Emily Leeson

A MUSICAL BENEFIT SHOW was held Feb-

ruary 14 at the Wolfville Legion for Robbie Edwards and his young family to help with expenses as he awaits a kidney transplant. According to the organizers, "This event was very well attended and everyone involved was very appreciative of the generosity of all who attended and also to those who sent donations though they were unable to be there. The family was very appreciative of the time and talents given by the entertainers: Harold Hunt, Eugene Rafuse, Audley Pineo, BJ McKay, Alan and Margaret Butler, and Caroll Edwards. A special thank you goes out to the Wolfville Legion for all the support given. The Wolfville Legion has a Music Variety Show each month and a Music Jam every Friday night to support the Legion and its work."

BISHOP HALL IN GREENWICH was hopping on February 20. About 25 people gathered together for an Ecstatic Dance. Ecstatic Dancing is all about intentionally coming together to dance on your bare feet. According to Michel, "The sound was fabulous. The bishop hall is the perfect venue, warm and spacious. It was impressive and surprising. Fun was had by all. The next one at Bishop Hall is on Sunday March 20. Doors open at 6pm."

February 21 was the SWEETS FOR THE SWEET event at the Louis Millet Centre. It was an afternoon of live music from the Annapolis

Active and Healthy Living Con't from p 5 or a wheel barrel and pick up the debris of winter (leaves, fallen branches, garbage it’s all out there waiting for you!). Call a friend or even better call someone who really needs it and see if they will go for a stroll around the block, downtown or a trail adventure in the woods. Get the right gear – Now is the time to get the right gear. Go and visit We’re Outside, or head into MEC and get the first layers (merino wool) that you need. With the right gear (good quality first layers, jacket, boots, mittens), you will be warmer and happier outside. If you can’t beat it join it – You may hate winter because you haven’t found a reason to love it yet. May be you need to just take the plunge and find your winter hobby. I have heard from several people that after last winter, they started skiing

Valley Honour Choir's Junior Choir and fancy cakes brought in by parents. According to Jennifer Bolt, “110 people were in attendance to hear the Junior Choir (60 members in grades 5 through 8) sing as a group and showcase the talents of individual choristers.” /1 Sweets for the Sweet ACCORDING TO KATIE MACARTHUR, the

Fundraising and Promotions Coordinator for Valley Regional Hospital Foundation, two recent successful fundraising campaigns are now complete with the specialized medical equipment in operation at Valley Regional Hospital. /2 Dr. Jocelyn Foran, Chief of Anesthesiology, stands with one of the new anesthetic machines. February 20 was the annual OPEN ARMS

WALK FOR THE COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR. According to their fundraising website,

sixty-five teams participated and $74,503.37 was raised. /3 The Coldest Night of the Year in Kentville.

WITH SPRING COMES BIG CHANGES FOR TRAFFIC IN WINDSOR. Windsor Town

Council approved a trial of traffic flow changes to particular areas at their regular meeting of Town Council on February 23. This threemonth trial will change the flow of traffic on a portion of King Street in the spring of 2016. There will be more advertising before the trial is implemented. Once implemented, the changes will be monitored. Following the

or snow shoeing so that they would love the snow. Don’t hibernate; embrace the chance to do something you may love. Prepare for your spring activities – Get your bike out of storage and down to Bank’s Bikes or Valley Stove and Cycle for a spring tune up. Go early and get the things you need for spring and summer and support the businesses that suffer the winter blues too. Get the kids scooters and bikes out and bring out the road hockey sticks and nets, and let’s just start doing the activities we love now. Tune-up your body – Is there an ache or pain that is keeping you away from the activities that you love? It is time, my friend, to go seek some professional advice and treatment for that knee, low back, or elbow pain. With proper treatment you may be back out on the golf course, in your garden or on your bike. Don’t under estimate

three-month period, the trial will be assessed, which may result in permanent changes. Maps are available on the Town of Windsor Facebook page. It's hoped that these changes will make travel into the Town’s core simpler and safer for residents and out-of-town traffic. MIDDLETON WANTS TO SEE YOU ENJOYING THE SNOW! Next time you borrow skis or

snowshoes from the Town, take a photo using the equipment and post it to their Facebook page. Let them know where you were and what you were up to and you could win a $100 gift card for Shawn's Sports Excellence in Wilmot. The winner will be drawn randomly on March 31 and announced on the Facebook page.

On February 26 there was big news with the announcement that MAYOR PAUL BEAZLEY had resigned from the Town of Windsor Council, thereby stepping aside as Mayor. He will be taking a new full-time position in Halifax. "It has been an honour and a privilege for me to serve the citizens of my hometown... the birthplace of hockey, and I will greatly miss the daily interactions with the people of the Avon Region", said Mayor Beazley. Beazley has served as Windsor Mayor for the last eight years, and before that, served as a Councillor from 2000 to 2004. IT WAS ALL ABOUT WINTER ADVENTURE

the weekend of February 26 at Ross Creek. According to Chris, “The weekend was fabulous,

how important this is, because there may be a solution to your discomfort. Start growing - Last year I was sick of winter, so I started growing my plants indoors just to have the signs of spring sooner. We grew lettuces, spinach and herbs. There was potting soil everywhere in my dining room and kitchen and there were kids with dirty hands. Planters sat in every south facing indoor surface. It worked! We did better indoors than we did in our outdoor garden last year. And there is something therapeutic about getting your hand into the soil. The added bonus: my picky eaters were eating spinach! What a coup! Indulge – So our days of winter are numbered… then spend a few days doing the indulging things we do in winter. Pour yourself a cup of tea, or beverage of your choice and sit by the fire. Bring some friends into the mix and some

with full registration and great weather. Under the guidance of Wolfville’s Eric Kershaw, the kids, ranging from 9 to 15 years old, learned to make fire, how to safely use knives, what clothes to wear, and how to take care of themselves in the woods. They went for a long hike and an overnight offsite [outing], and explored the beach and learned what they could eat from the rocks!” /4 Winter Adventure Weekend at Ross Creek. It was the KENTVILLE LIONS CLUB’S 67TH CHARTER NIGHT CELEBRATION on February 27. The evening included a turkey dinner and a presentation by Shelley Hiltz regarding the Children's Wish Foundation. Lion Angela Baxter received a Life Membership in the NS Lions Foundation for her dedication and service to the Kentville Lions. The membership was presented by Past District Governor Wayne Little. /5 Past District Governor Wayne Little presents Lion Angela Baxter with a Life Membership in the NS Lions Foundation. THE UNION STREET CAFÉ in Berwick is

sporting a new logo designed by the talented Laura MacDonald of Deep Hollow Print. The restaurant has a new website design at unionstreetcafe.ca as well. New owners, Lauren Franey and Virginia Fynes, expect to see the restaurant re-opening very soon. According to their Facebook page, they had planned to open the doors this week but some pesky paperwork is holding them up.

great tunes, or keep it simple with a great book. Snuggle under the covers with someone you love. Or have a Netflix and chill night. Spend a day in your pajamas. Because before you know it, life is going to change and you will be doing all the other great things that we do here in the valley. You will be biking the dykes, and hiking Cape Split and strolling through the wineries, picking berries, and finding fossils, and jumping in waves, camping, and travelling and singing around campfires. There will be day trips to the South Shore and quick trips for the perfect flowers in your hanging baskets. There will be sunshine and brightness and warmth. “We’re almost there!” “In the depths of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer” – Albert Camus

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Wolfville Farmers’ Market — DeWolfe Building, Elm Ave., Wolfville 8:30am–1pm March 12 Music: Chantal Peng March 19 Music: Rod & Ron Theme: Maplicious 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. Everyone welcome, drums provided. FEE: $5–10 INFO: brunoallard7@gmail.com / facebook: Djembes and Duns Wolfville Chase the Ace — Legion, Kingston 1–3pm. Tickets are 3 for $5. Draw will take place by 3:30pm. Must be 19+ to play. License # AGD 107472-15 INFO: 902-765-4428 / legion98sect@eastlink.ca Valley Game Night — Gametronics, New Minas 6pm. Board game/card game group. Yu Gi Oh – Thursdays, 6pm. Friday Night Magic (Magic: The Gathering) – Fridays, 6pm FEE: no charge INFO: facebook.com/GameTronics

Book in the Nook — Wolfville Memorial Library 10–10:30am. Suggested age range: 3–5. INFO: 902-542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca Friends in Bereavement — Western Kings Mem. Health Centre, Berwick 10am–12pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (Next: March 15). VON Adult Day Program Room (main floor). INFO: 902-681-8239 / friendsinbereavement@gmail.com Rug Hooking — 57 Eden Row, Greenwich 1–3:30pm. Drop-in rug hooking. FEE: donation INFO: Kay, 902-697-2850 Friends in Bereavement — Kentville Baptist Church 2–4pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (Next: March 15). Left parking lot entrance, sponsored by Careforce. INFO: 902-681-8239 / friendsinbereavement@gmail.com Toastmasters Club — Birchall Training Centre, Greenwood 6:30pm. Develop leadership skills using a variety of tools including speaking off the cuff and speaking in public. Guests always welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: Christine, 902-825-1061 / CFernie.CA@gmail.com 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: 902-697-2148 / slowsession@outlook.com Valley Voices — Kentville Baptist Church CE Centre, 7–9:30pm. Until end of May. Valley Voices is a female a cappella show chorus. Interested women of any age are welcome. INFO: valleyvoices.org Sign Language Classes — Community Hall, Millville 7–9pm. Learn sign language or build on what you already know. Cost is to cover hall rental. FEE: $3 INFO: Shirley, 902-847-1736 (call or text) Village Dancing — Curling Rink (upstairs), Wolfville, until end of May. Traditional Balkan and Middle Eastern no-partner-style dances. Easy-to-learn, good exercise, great music from Greece, Bulgaria, Turkey, Israel and more. Expert instruction. Introductory level 7:30–8:30pm. Advanced and request session till 10pm. FEE: $7 per session INFO: 902-690-7897 Valley Scottish Country Dancers — 125 Webster St., Kentville, 7:30–9:30pm. All levels, no partners needed. Feb. 2–May 3. FEE: $6/class, $60/term. INFO: 542-5320 / vscd.info Board Game Night — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8pm–12am TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-0059 / judy@paddys.ca Cardio Kickboxing — Baptist Church, North Alton 8:30–9:30pm. Adult-only class to improve coordination, strength building, cardiovascular improvements, self defence, stress reduction, and weight reduction, taught by a 3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo. TIX: no charge for 1st week of classes INFO: 902-365-5660 / devin@ennissecurity.ca

Open Studio — The Bread Gallery, Brooklyn 10am–2pm. Also Tuesdays. • Weekly drop-in session open to artists and crafters working in all mediums. All you need to take part is to show up with a project! TIX: no charge INFO:902-757-3377 / managerbreadgallery@gmail.com Gab and Grub Social — CMHA Kings County Branch, Kentville 1–3pm. Social time for adults who independently live with mental illness, including anxiety and depression. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-670-4103 / club@cmhakings.ns.ca The Hantsport Seniors & Elders Club “Drop-in” — St. Andrews Church Hall, Hantsport 1–4pm. Play an assortment of games with a tea-break at 3pm. All ages! INFO: 902-352-2085 / davidold@eastlink.ca In the Round Knitting Group — Gaspereau Valley Fibres 1–4:30pm. Also Tuesdays 6–9pm. Bring your knitting, rug hooking, spinning, or felting. INFO: 902-542-2656 / gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Meditation — Healer’s Emporium, 49 Water St., Windsor 6pm. All levels welcome. FEE: donation INFO: Mary, 902-306-0385 Boardgame Night — C@P Lab, Wolfville Public Library, 7pm. Bring your games! Ages 12+ FEE: no charge INFO: 902-790-4536 / turpin56@gmail.com NonDuality Meetup — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 7pm–9pm. Every other Thursday (Next: March 17). A non-denominational group of people, who get together to discuss life and our place in the scheme of things. 19+ FEE: no charge INFO: 902-365-5235 / johnotvos@hotmail.com Tremont Board Game Café — Tremont Hall, 738 Tremont Mountain Rd., 7–9:30pm, every 1st and 3rd Thursday (Next: March 17). Many of the newest and coolest games in a friendly and relaxed environment. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-765-4326 Music Jam — Community Center, Cambridge 7–10pm. 50/50 tickets. Refreshment donations appreciated. Proceeds for hall upkeep. TIX: $2 minimum entry INFO: 902-538-9957 / gands@xcountry.tv Jam Session — Community Centre, Wilmot 7–10pm • Jam session with snack TIX: $2 INFO: 902-825-3125

Fridays Fibre Ops Fridays — Library, Windsor 10am-12pm • For knitters, crocheters, hookers, spinners, and weavers. Bring your own project. Everyone welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca Bookworms Preschool Storytime — Port Williams Library, 10:30am. Stories, games, songs and fun for kids aged 3-5. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-3005 / valleylibrary.ca Art for Wellness — Canadian Mental Health Association, New Minas 1–4pm. An arts and crafts program for adults who live independently with mental illness, including depression and anxiety. All materials provided. TIX: no charge, but please pre-register. INFO: 902-670-4103 / 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 Chase the Ace, $7 supper INFO: 902-375-2021 / rubyl@eastlink.ca Fun Night — Legion (downstairs), Kentville, 7pm. Variety of music. 50/50 tickets available. FEE: $2 INFO: kentvillelegion@eastlink.ca Friday Night Jam — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville, 7–10pm. INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com

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Sundays Port Williams Flea Market — Square Professional Centre, 8am–1pm. Lots of vendors and bargains! We accept donations for the local food bank. INFO: donlilaporter@yahoo.ca Children’s Interactive Yoga — Healer’s Emporium, 49 Water St., Windsor, 11am. All ages are welcome! FEE: donation INFO: Kelly, 902-306-0224 / healersemporium@gmail.com

Mondays Free Community Walking/Running — Acadia Athletic Complex, Wolfville 6-9am & 6-9pm (Mon.–Fri.). On the indoor & outdoor track. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-542-3486 / sread@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, 902-542-4448 Harmonica Jams — Sobey’s Community Room, New Minas 10–11:30am. Light music: country, waltzes, jigs & reels. All levels welcome, bring your harmonicas. FEE: no charge INFO: Lloyd, 902-681-3711 / Ed, 902-678-4591. LEGOMANIA — Port William’s Library, 3:30–4:30pm. Ages 6–9. No registration necessary. INFO: 902-542-3005 / valleylibrary.ca Windsor Game Night — Library, Windsor 6pm. Board game group. New players welcome! FEE: no charge INFO: meetup.com/valleygames / turpin56@gmail.com Toastmasters — 2nd Floor, Irving Centre, Acadia 6:30–8pm. Communicative skills to enhance peaceful and effective dialogue. INFO: Chris, 902-691-3550 / vppr.wolfville.tm@gmail.com Musical Jam Night — Community Hall, 659 Victoria Rd., Millville 7pm. Bring your instrument or just relax & listen to the sounds. INFO: cadavis@nspes.ca Kings Community Concert Band — Bishop’s Hall, Greenwich 7:15pm. Music with a little challenge. New members (all band instruments) welcome. Some instruments available for use. INFO: Andrea Lynn, 902-542-4158 / eyelyn@eastlink.ca Insight (Vipassana) Meditation — Manning Memorial Chapel, Acadia, 7:30–8:30pm. Weekly meditation sitting group. Drop ins welcome. 45 minute meditation followed by a short discussion. FEE: free-will offering. INFO: 902-365-2409

Wednesdays Talk Sing Read! Storytime — Library, Berwick 9:45–10:15am. Ongoing. Enjoy rhymes, songs, and books with your child. Geared towards ages 2–6, but all welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca Wolfville Breastfeeding Support Group — Library (upstairs), Wolfville 10am–12pm. INFO: facebook.com/ AnnapolisValleyBreastfeedingSupportGroups Kentville Farmers’ Market — Lion’s Club, 78 River St., Kentville 10am–2pm. Open year-round. INFO: marketmanager@kentville.ca / kentvillefarmersmarket.ca Insight (Vipassana) Meditation — Vaughan Memorial Library (Quiet Reading Room), Acadia 12:15–12:45pm. Door opens 12pm. Weekly meditation sitting group. Drop-ins and beginners welcome. Free will offering. INFO: 902-365-2409 / laurabourassa@msn.com Fibre Ops Wednesdays — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2–4pm. For knitters, hookers, crocheters, weavers and spinners, anyone who enjoys the

fibre craft arts. Bring your own project. TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca Wolfville Community Chorus — St. Francis of Assisi Parish Centre, Wolfville 5:30–7pm. New members welcome! FEE: $180 per year ($90 per term) INFO: 902-300-1001 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com The Berwick Makery — Berwick District School “Hive” (former Family Studies Room) 6–8pm. Hang out, work on projects, learn new skills, and teach each other! March 16: closed for March break March 23: Kitchen Adventures INFO: theberwickmakery.wordpress.com/classes Valley Youth Project — Louis Millett Community Complex, Rm 128, New Minas, 6:30–8:30pm. First and third Wed. of each month, September to June (Next: March 16). All LGBTQ+ and MOGI individuals 25 years and under are welcome. You can bring your friends too. FEE: no charge INFO: valleyyouthproject@gmail.com / valleyyouthproject.wordpress.com Windsor Meditation Group — Windsor Community Centre,78 Thomas Street, 7pm. Free meditation instruction in the Shambala tradition. Open House every Wednesday in March, with upcoming Spring Programs. INFO: Diane, 902-798-2958 / dimike99@netscape.net New Horizons Band — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7pm. Fun, informal community band under the direction of Brian Johnston. New members welcome! FEE: $100 INFO: Donna, 902-542-7557 / macdonaldwilson@accesswave.ca Jam Session — Lions Club, Kentville 7–10pm. Come play, sing or just sit back and listen. All styles and abilities welcome. TIX: $2 per person INFO: 902-679-4899

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COMPLINE: ANCIENT MUSIC FOR PRESENT PEACE Rebecca Fairless February and March: two of the snowiest months of the year, even as the days grow longer and the fickle weather teases with the promise of spring. The Christian season of Lent takes place over these last weeks of winter. It is traditionally a time to take on a spiritual practice. This year during Lent, Acadia University’s Manning Memorial Chapel will be holding weekly Compline services. The Office of Compline, a Christian rite that dates back to the 6th century, takes place late in the evening. It is a time of quietness, reflection, and meditative music. Very, very old music. Under the direction of Chapel Organist John Scott, the Manning Memorial Chapel Choir has been practicing their Latin and Greek. “The majority of the music in the service is plainsong — unaccompanied unison singing with rhythm that is influenced by the text and not a standard metre”, says Scott. “The choir will also sing Gregorian chant and, on occasion, choral music of the Renaissance period.” This early music has a spacious and contemplative quality. “The intention is that the music sound like the undulations of the sea, or movement of air through the trees.” The purpose of this service is to offer the Acadia community a peaceful setting for spiritual introspection. “While the service is Christocentric, and the Creed is included in the service, no one needs to feel compelled to involve themselves in words that hold no meaning for them. The words encourage the participant to think beyond self, and give thanks and appreciation for all things around them: creation, community, charity, love." Compline has seen a local resurgence of late, with services taking place in Port Williams and Kentville. Notes Scott: “So many churches have moved in the direction of pop-style Christian music and very informal livingroom-style church, that I believe we are now seeing a renewed interest in ancient liturgies and practices of a very formal structure from within, which people are able to question and (use to) search for their foundational understanding of faith.”

For the next few Thursdays, the Chapel will be dimly lit with candles and the soft glow of stained glass. All are welcome to sing along or simply listen. “While the music does take some practice, it is relatively easy for those gathered to learn — music will be available — if they want to join in singing where indicated,” says Scott. “Conversely, the service provides a perfect opportunity to simply ‘be’ — to be present with others or to be present with your thoughts. Some people focus on the word and participating, while others lay down on the pew cushion and drift.” “The service intentionally ends in silence and those gathered are encouraged to leave quietly after spending the time they desire in the Chapel.” Compline services will take place in the Manning Memorial Chapel (45 Acadia St., Wolfville) every Thursday at 9:30pm until March 17. The Chapel Choir is open to new members. Contact john.scott@acadiau.ca.

UPDATE ON HORTON RIDGE Emily Leeson Back in March of 2015, The Grapevine’s Genevieve Allen Hearn spoke to Alan Stewart about plans for Horton Ridge Malts & Grain Co. Ltd., forecasted to be Atlantic Canada’s First Malt House. At that time, Horton Ridge had raised approximately $350K through a Nova Scotia Community Economic Development Investment Fund (CEDIF) and planned to start building the Malt House in May. A lot has happened in the year since. The CEDIF effort has resulted in over 100 investors and the building of the Scottish-inspired malt house is near completion. On February 13, Horton Ridge held an open house to showcase the developments at their property thus far. The construction is expected to finish up soon and, according to Stewart, “We hope to begin production by the end of the month.” The production of malt is new to Nova Scotia and it will be a game-changer for the craft

breweries and distilleries which already call this province home. Stewart explains the process as such, “First, grain is transformed into malt. The first step in malting is steeping where the grain is immersed in water. This is done to hydrate the grain, and happens over a two-day period. After the wetted grain has picked up sufficient moisture, it is spread out on the malting floor. For a period of four days, the grain is turned periodically to allow the germination process to continue in such a way that the starchy grain begins to change to sugary malt. Once the desired degree of modification of starch to sugar to malt has occurred, the green malt is dried in a kiln. How the malt is dried affects its colour, which determines the colour of the beer. Once the malt is dried, the brewer can use it to make beer. It is ground and added to water. The sugar of the malt will be converted to alcohol during fermentation.”

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KITCHEN VIGNETTES: A STEW FOR WINTER’S END (AND ST. PATRICK’S DAY!) Aube Giroux

We’re in the final lap of winter and around this time of year, I like to pull out all the stops on comfort foods. Growing up, one of my favourites was my mom’s rich, aromatic Boeuf Bourguignon. I still love to make it, but this recipe is one I’ve come to enjoy just as much. It’s essentially the Irish version of that French dish: a rich stew of beef, onions, carrots, and mushrooms simmered in dark stout (traditionally Guinness is used but I like to use a local stout instead). It’s warming and comforting for those grey days when it feels like spring will never come. If you’re looking for a hearty St. Patrick Day dinner, this is your ticket! I recommend using local grass-fed beef because it’s much healthier for you, with higher levels of minerals and Omega-3’s (aka: the good fats). Local options for 100% grass-fed beef include Wild Mountain Farm (you can find them at the Wolfville Farmers' Market) or Getaway Farm. BEEF AND STOUT STEW SERVED ON MASHED POTATOES For the Stew: • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 1/2 pounds grass-fed stewing beef, ideally pre-cut into medium chunks • 1 medium-large onion, chopped • 2 large cloves chopped garlic • 5 carrots, chopped in medium chunks • 1 pound cremini or white button mushrooms • 2 tbsp flour • 1 12-oz bottle of local stout (or Guinness) • 1 tbsp tomato paste • 2 cups vegetable or meat stock (I use homemade beef bone broth) • 2 whole sprigs of fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dry thyme) • 1 tsp sugar (optional) • 1/2 tsp salt • 1/8 tsp black pepper For the Mashed Potatoes: • 2 pounds good mashing potatoes • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter • About 1 cup milk or cream • Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed, ovenproof pot such as a Dutch Oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown the meat in the oil, for about 5 minutes on each side, in small batches then remove it from the pot and put it aside. (Pat the meat dry with paper towel first, otherwise it won’t brown well). In the same pot that the meat browned in, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms, garlic, and carrots, cooking for about 6 minutes or until they begin to brown. If you need to, add a little glug of oil. Add the flour, salt, and pepper and stir it in well. In a small bowl, stir some of the stock into the tomato paste to dissolve it a bit. Pour the liquefied tomato paste, along with the rest of the stock, into the pot. Add the remaining ingredients: beer, thyme sprigs, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add the meat and juices back into the pot as well. Bring the whole thing to a simmer, and then place the lid on the pot and put it in a 325F oven for 2 1/2 hours or more (keep checking it until the meat has become tender and the sauce thickened to your liking). Season to taste.

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Shortly before the stew comes out of the oven, prepare the mashed potatoes. Peel, rinse, and chop the potatoes into quarters. Cover by 2 inches in a large pot of water and cook over medium-high heat for about 20 to 30 minutes, until they're very tender and easily pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot, placing it over low heat. Add the milk and butter and using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until they're creamy. If needed, add a little more milk or cream to get the consistency you like. Add salt and pepper to taste. Let the stew cool and settle for a few minutes, then ladle generously on top of a plate of warm mashed potatoes. Yield: 4 servings Aube Giroux grew up in the Wolfville area and now runs the James Beard Award-nominated video food blog, Kitchen Vignettes. See more of her recipes at kitchenvignettes.blogspot.com

Dessert and Sparkling Wine Night at NSCC, Kingstec Campus Scott Campbell I just spent an amazing evening with a group of friends and an unbelievable collection of wines and desserts. The students of the NSCC Kingstec Tourism Management program (under the watchful eye of NSCC faculty member, Nicole Robinson) and the Baking and Pastry Arts program (with their instructor, Annaleisa Scigliano) put their collective talents together to fashion an exciting evening of wine tasting and dessert indulgence. The premise was simple: five dessert courses each paired with two sparkling wines – one a Nova Scotian and the other from Champagne, France. Our job was to simply choose which wine we enjoyed the most. However, both were poured from bottles in brown paper bags so we had no idea which was which as the two glasses were poured in front of us. NSCC faculty member and sommelier, Amy Savoury was on hand to guide us through the nuances of flavour from the Nova Scotian wines, and Benjamin Bridge winemaker (and Champagne native) Bastien Warskotte led us through the rich tastes and history of the Champagne selections. Allow me to reminisce and tell you about the wine and fantastic desserts we enjoyed. I’m also going to give you the retail prices of the wines just so you’ll have an idea of the incredible bargain our $40 ticket was. First course: Chocolate Bavarian with a warm, orange passion fruit marmalade served alongside a lemon curd macaron. Our wine selections, a Blomidon Estate, late-pick Chardonnay (Nova Scotian, $45), and a Henri Abele, Brut (Champagne, $59.99). The Baking and Pastry Arts students certainly got our attention with this first dessert offering. And, by a healthy margin, the Nova Scotian Blomidon Estate sparkling wine was the crowd favourite. Second course: Flourless chocolate cake, pistachio ice cream, nougatine, and biscotti. Our wines were Duval Leroy Brut (Champagne, $64.49), and a Benjamin Bridge NV (Nova Scotian, $27.95). I may have thought it would be difficult to better a basic cake and ice cream dessert but clearly I’d never had cake and ice cream with sparkling wine before. Delicious. The Nova Scotian wine again proved to be the favourite. Bastien had to admit that he couldn’t feel too bad about this defeat since he works at Benjamin Bridge. He was going to be a winner whichever way the crowd had voted with that course. Third course: Salted Caramel mouse cup mixed-nut crumble served with both a cherry and a chocolate sauce. When it comes to the desserts that were served it would be almost impossible to pick a favourite. However… this one was my favourite. I can still taste that caramel goodness. The wines were equally spectacular - a Piper Heidsiech (Champagne, $64.99) and an Avondale Sky, Blanc de Noir Brut (Nova Scotian, $45). This time the Nova Scotian wine had to take a back seat to the Champagne which was the crowd favourite. The fourth course: Frozen lemon mousse, gingerbread, poached pears, and citrus caramel sauce. Any one of those dessert features would have been awesome - but combined?! Unbelievable. The wines with this course were a Louis Roederer, Brut (Champagne, $69.29)

and the Domaine de Grand Pré, Champlain (Nova Scotian, $29.50). By a marginthisclose, the Champagne option again won over the crowd. The score was tied. The fifth course: Strawberry Bavarian, strawberry compote, and lime sorbet. I love strawberries. And, since I was about 8 glasses of wine into the evening, I think I may have been declaring my love of strawberries to everyone at our table (and possibly the table next to ours). With this last course we were thrown a curve. This time we were served sparkling rosés. One, a Henri Abele, Rosé (Champagne, $69.99), and the L’Acadie Vineyards, Vintage Cuveé Rosé (Nova Scotian, $25.99). With a two-all score, this last course would decide the winner. The – until now – raucous room quieted down and you could have heard a pin drop as everyone waited for Nicole to announce the winner of the last vote. Again, it was a close margin but the Champagne had gotten the majority of the votes and won this last lap of the competition. Clearly there were no losers in a fantastic game like this. The Baking and Pastry Arts students got to strut their stuff (and how well they did) and the Hospitality Management students had a wonderful experience working in a real dining room alongside world-class wine experts. And the guests – well, I don’t think there is any need to go on any more about how well the guests did all evening. I think I can speak for everyone who attended that we are all looking forward to the next great event hosted by these young and talented new professionals. Cheers. Follow Scott on Twitter or Instagram @ScottsGrapevine. Photo caption: Yours truly and NSCC Faculty, and host of Eastlink's Nova Scotia's Best, Nicole Robinson teasing me with one of the mystery bottles of sparkling wine. Follow Scott on Instagram & Twitter @ scottsgrapevine

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THE INQUISITIVE CORNER

KIDS ART SPOT Two trees and a cat by Mason Diehl, age 4. If you'd like to see your art here, contact editor@grapevinepublishing.ca

AMUSE-BOUCHE FRENCH FOR KIDS Sarah Anderson

de la chance Avoir de la chance means to be lucky or to be in luck. If you find the pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, your friend might tell you, "tu as de la chance!". Or if you are wishing someone luck you'd say, "Bonne chance!".

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These are left on the ground after it rains and are fun to splash in. The colour of the ocean. This kind of school has students from grades Primary to six. "Red sky at night, sailors ____". The season after winter. Creepy-crawlies that live in dirt. Hold this up to keep dry in the rain. What you must always wear on your head while riding a bike. When temperatures are below zero, it's ____. Huge

SADIE, KID REPORTER PRESENTS…

Finding a four-leave clover on Saint Patrick's Day might also give you de la chance.

ALL ABOUT HAMSTERS!

Good luck!

Hello my name is Sadie!

KAELYN'S BOOK CLUB Regan Alford Kaelyn's Book Club has selected two GREEN books in celebration of St.Patrick's Day to share. Wee Ones Selection (ages 0-4): Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox & Judy Horacek (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) There are red sheep and blue sheep, wind sheep and wave sheep, scared sheep and brave sheep, but where is the green sheep? The search is on in this cozy, sheep-filled story. Complete with sleepy rhymes and bright illustrations, this book is sure to delight children of all ages. Little Ones Selection (ages 3-7): Green Eggs and Ham by Dr.Seuss (Random House Children's Books) “Do you like green eggs and ham?” asks Sam-I-am in this classic book by Dr. Seuss. In a house or with a mouse? In a boat or with a goat? On a train or in a tree? Follow Sam-I-am as he insists that this unusual treat is indeed a delectable snack to be savoured everywhere and in every way. Both books are available at The Box of Delights Bookshop (466 Main St., Wolfville). kaelynsbookclub.wordpress.com

Today I asked my friends what they liked about having a hamster, what they didn’t like about having a hamster, and what the funnest thing was that they did with their hamster. Here’s what they said: Kaija (8): I like how he gets lots of exercise and sometimes he is really funny and climbs his cage. I like when we make a pen for him in the hallway and he crawls around. His name is Panda. I don’t have anything I don’t like about my hamster. Hadley (6): I like feeding it, changing it, and I like petting it, and that’s it I guess. Well I don’t like when she pees because I have to clean it up when she pees on the floor. The funnest thing was in the summer or winter when she crawled up Wilder’s pants. Sadie (Kid Reporter) (6): When I saw my friend Hadley’s hamster I was determined to get one. So I saved and saved and I even asked Santa. On Christmas morning he gave me all the stuff that I needed for my hamster. The day after the day after Christmas, I got my hamster with my allowance. I liked all the different things that my friends said about hamsters. I do some of these things with my hamster as well. It’s very fun to have a hamster. Why don’t you get one too? Bye for now! Sadie, Kid Reporter March 10 – 24, 2016 | 11

LOCAVORE THE LOCAVORE LINGO Heritage Plant: 1. Existed for

more than 50 years (only an arbitrary cut-off interval). Must have proven its quality and withstood the test of time. 2. Has its own history. Learning and sharing seed stories is part of the joy of heritage seed preservation. Source: Seeds of Diversity, seeds.ca

Microgreen: Microgreens are the

leaves of edible plants (vegetables and herbs) that are harvested after the first set of true leaves appear. Microgreens are typically grown indoors within a 7-14 day period. Flavours can range from mild to spicy. Popular varieties to grow include arugula, mustard, radish, basil, chard, and cabbage. Source: Halifax Seed, halifaxseed.ca

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EATING GREEN FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY Emily Leeson There’s been a surprising amount of green this winter. February ended without a trace of snow on the ground and by the beginning of March, it was starting to look like an early spring. While hopes may be up, it will likely be a while before the greenery of this valley is back in full force. In the meantime, there are still plenty of options to get our greens locally. With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, there’s more than green beer available around these parts. Cale and Melissa of Thatch Patch Family Farm are seeing their home-grown microgreens (pea shoots and sunflower shoots) and mung bean sprouts fly off the table at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market. While the greens are the most popular item at the moment, they're also trying out other interesting ways to deliver nutritious products through the cold season. “We also have freeze-dried wheatgrass powder that we grow and juice ourselves and then bring to our friends at Valley Bites to freeze-dry for us. We sell this because we have learned a lot about the health benefits of wheatgrass.” Joel and Ann Huntley of Moon Tide Farm are seasonal Farmers' Market vendors and although they aren't currently attending, well into January they were still selling cabbages, squash, fresh kale, and frozen broccoli. Sprouts and shoots are a popular choice for their family as well. "We grow our own and love to compliment our salads, sandwiches,

and meals. We also like the fermented and canned foods we prepared in the fall and are enjoying eating out of our pantry items now." Thatch Patch Family Farms is expecting good things this month. “Depending on the amount of snow on the ground, plants can start sprouting at different times. This year you can probably start to see some things starting next month [March], including some biennial and perennial flowers, as well as kale, lettuce, and cold hardy vegetables like radish, turnips, carrots, etc., with more to come in April.” And if you’re looking for a St.Patrick’s Day menu plan that won’t leave you with a hangover, consider this tasty suggestion from Thatch Patch Family Farm: “How about a green salad with kale and lettuce and microgreens and a green drink consisting of wheatgrass juice mixed with apple juice.” For a spin on something traditional, Joel and Anne suggest a green cabbage-based salad, enhanced with shredded root vegetables, red onion, sprouts, Nova Scotia dried cranberries, and a herb-maple-mustard dressing. According to Joel, "The traditional St. Patrick's meal in Ann's (nee Doyle) house, growing up, is local corned beef brisket, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and onions with homemade buns or biscuits and apple crisp. You can get ALL of these ingredients locally at this time of year." Sounds delicious!

EVENTS EASTER AT THE KENTVILLE FARMERS' MARKET

Wednesday, March 23, 10am - 2pm Kentville Farmers' Market Kentville Lions Club, 78 River Street, The Easter Market will be filled with delicious treats and some spring surprises! Activities include a chocolate egg hunt and the Easter Bunny will hop in for a visit. The Kentville Community Garden will have a table filled with information and possibly even a gardening demo.

CELEBRATE THE SEED (A SEEDY SATURDAY EVENT) Saturday, April 16, 8:30am - 1pm Wolfville Farmers' Market 24 Elm Ave, Wolfville

Join us for a fun-filled market day full of seeds, plants, art, and speakers offering up tools and tricks for transplanting and growing, discussions on seed diversity, and the value of seed saving. Kids of all ages are invited to an interactive seed game that includes seed identification. There is something for everyone whether you have a green thumb, are just learning, or are a seasoned veteran - and, you have a chance to win a basket of seed goodies! Be sure to bring your seeds to swap at the Community Seed Exchange Table. Everything starts with a seed!

MARKETS

IN SEASON Annapolis Royal Winter Farmers Market

October 17, 2015 - May 14, 2016, 9am-12noon Main Courtyard and Gift Shop at the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens. 441 St. George Street Annnapolis Royal historicgardens.com/experience_ calendar.php WINTER MARKET: • Late October to May, Sat. 9-12 Historic Gardens

Greenwood Farmer's Market Thursdays Year Round 12 - 4 pm Located in the Greenwood Mall , 963 Central Avenue, Kingston

Kentville Farmer's Market

Mid October to May: Wednesdays, 10am – 2pm Kentville Lion’s Club, 78 River St., Kentville kentvillefarmersmarket.ca

Wolfville Farmer's Market Wednesdays May - Dec. 4 - 7 pm Saturdays 8:30 - 1:00 Year Round 24 Elm Ave, Wolfville, NS B4P 2S3 wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca The Kentville Farmers Market

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MARK YOUR C ALENDAR: MARCH 17, 7pm-9pm BOOKS START HERE EVENTS RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT NOVA SCOTIA’S PUBLISHING INDUSTRY Hilary Drummond Stakeholders in the Nova Scotia book trade have launched a campaign to grow their industry in the province. The campaign’s two main goals are to communicate the news that there is a vibrant local publishing industry ready to grow, and to convince the provincial government to support the industry at levels matching other provinces. Books Start Here’s organizers hope to encourage the provincial government to include measures in the 2016 budget that implement promises of consultation and support made in the 2015 budget. Publishers are looking to expand production, marketing, and sales, generating more local jobs and higher profiles for Nova Scotia authors across Canada and internationally. The Books Start Here campaign launched

at a free public event in February at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, attracting more than 200 people. Canada’s new poet laureate, George Elliott Clarke, lent his support to the event, as well as several other Nova Scotia authors and illustrators. A second successful event was held in Mahone Bay on February 24, 2016. The Annapolis Valley Books Start Here event will be held on Thursday, March 17 from 7pm to 9pm at the Fountain Commons on the Acadia University Campus in Wolfville, and is hosted by the Atlantic Publishers Marketing Association with support from Acadia’s English Department and the Vaughn Memorial Library. This event is free and open to all members of the public who are interested in learning more about

our regional book trade. Attendees will hear from authors, publishers, booksellers, and librarians, including Maggie Neilson (academic librarian/director of One Book Nova Scotia), Andrew Steeves (author/ publisher, Gaspereau Press), Ami McKay (author of The Birth House and Jerome: The Historical Spectacle), Errol Sharpe (author/ publisher, Fernwood Publishing), Andy Brown (publisher, Conundrum Press), Hilary Drummond (bookseller, The Box of Delights Bookshop), and many others. Several regional publishers will also be in attendance with books on hand for viewing and purchase, including Nimbus Publishing and Vagrant Press, Formac Lorimer Books, Conundrum Press, Gaspereau Press Printers & Publishers, and Fernwood Publishing.

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THURSDAY, 10 Prenatal & Postnatal Health Care — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 5–6:30pm • A panel of prenatal and postnatal health care professionals will field questions from the audience. Panel Members include: Developmental psychologist, OBGYN, Midwife, Maternity nurse, Doula, OBS, etc. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-300-4704 / info@acadiapregnancysupport.com West Hants Trails Assoc. AGM — War Memorial Community Centre, Windsor 7pm • All members are encouraged to attend! Directors will be elected at this meeting. TIX: no charge INFO: westhantstrails@gmail.com Annapolis Valley Decorative Artists — Fire Hall, Greenwich 8pm • Monthly meeting. Project & demo for painting on slate. Everyone welcome. TIX: $2. INFO: 902-542-5800 / sm.fullerton11@gmail.com Compline — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 9:30–10:30pm • The ancient office of Compline, by candle light, sung by the Manning Chapel Choir. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-698-2337 / john.scott@acadiau.ca

FRIDAY, 11 Lenten Lunch — St. John’s Anglican Church, Port Williams 11:30am–1pm • Homemade soups

and breads. Proceeds for the Canning and Area Interchurch Council Emergency Relief Fund. TIX: donation INFO: 902-582-7954 / feenerd@yahoo.com

Preschool Storytime — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 2:30–3:30pm • Join us

for stories, songs, rhymes and snacks! For ages 0–4 with caregivers. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-825-4835 / valleylibrary.ca

¼ BBQ Chicken Dinner — Lion’s Club, Wolfville 5–7pm • Eat in or take out. Let’s support our young

people. “Helping Us - Helping Others” TIX: $12 INFO: j-fisher@eastlink.ca

Chase the Ace — Curling Club, Middleton 6:30–8pm. Also March 18 • Fundraiser for the

Middleton Curling Club youth programs - Little Rock and Junior. Winning ticket is for 30% of the evening ticket sales plus the chance to pull the Ace of Hearts for the Jackpot. While you wait for the draw (8pm), enjoy watching curling on the ice, playing cribbage, Crokinole, Yahtzee in the dining hall. Food and bar beverages are available. TIX: 3 tickets for $5. INFO: 902-825-2695 / bemorine@hotmail.com

Chase the Ace — Hantsport Memorial Community Centre, Hantsport 6:30–8:30pm • This week’s pot

has grown to $3,512!! but will have the weekly take added on - so, you know it’s going to be bigger!! Proceeds for the Centre. TIX: tickets: 1/$5, 3/$10, 7/$20. Food bank item earns one bonus ticket INFO: 902-684-3641 / hmccinfo@gmail.com

West African Dance — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 6:30–8pm • For one night only, learn West African dance with Guinean Master Dancer Mohamed André Duranteau. It features live drummers! TIX: $20 INFO: Wontanaradrumdance@gmail.com / facebook.com/groups/DjembesandDjuns Open Mic Comic Night — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7pm • Do you like to make

people laugh? Clean comedies only. Come early

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for Chase the Ace. Meal time 5–7pm TIX: donation INFO: 902-538-7397 / mom8sk@hotmail.com

Centre maintenance. TIX: $10 adults, $8 children under 12, $12 take-out. INFO: 902-538-7666 / mooretl4@hotmail.com

something crafty, have snacks and hang out together! So what are you waiting for? TIX: no charge INFO/ Reg: 902-542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca

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Corned Beef & Cabbage Supper — Forties Community Centre, New Ross 4–6pm • Corned beef & cabbage, carrots & boiled potatoes, tea/coffee, dessert. TIX: $6, $3 under 5 INFO: 902-689-2612 / 902-689-2000

Life Off Grid — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm • Life Off Grid is a documentary about people who have chosen to build their lives around renewable energy with beautiful, inspiring, and often challenging results. Filmed over 2 years of travel throughout Canada, Life Off Grid shows how off-gridders have disconnected their houses while maintaining a familiar sense of home. TIX: $10 Online in advance or at the door, the evening of INFO: 902-678-3748 / novamaz@gmail.com / lifeoffgrid.ca

Breakfast — Curling Club, Middleton 8–10:30am • Pancakes, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, baked beans, toast, juice, tea and coffee. Proceeds to the Middleton Curling Club. TIX: donation INFO: 902-825-2695 / bemorine@hotmail.com LEGO WeDo Robotics — Library, Berwick 10:30am– 12pm • Build models with mechanically moving parts then program it with a computer. For ages 6–12. Pre-registration is required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-4030

soup and chowder luncheon — Baptist Church, Forest Hill 11am–1pm • Corn chowder, turkey, or

hamburger soup, roll, crackers, juice, tea or coffee, strawberry shortcake. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-542-2601 / judysin@eastlink.ca

Open Doubles Crib Tournament — Legion, Kingston 12pm registration, 1pm start • High Hand plus prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place. Canteen will be open. TIX: $20 per team INFO: dartshack@ns.sympatico.ca Musical Tablets — Library, Berwick 12–1:30pm • Come join our band! Play instruments on our tablets and see what great tunes we can play. Ages 6–12. Pre-registration required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-4030 Potluck Supper — New Hope Wesleyan Church, Kentville 5:30–8pm • ACTS Celebration Event. Actively Celebrating, Teaching and Sharing. All denominations, all ages welcome. 5:30 Worship, Sharing, Music 6:30-8pm. TIX: no charge INFO: pastorkarend@eastlink.ca Flight to a Cultural Celebration — Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons, Wolfville 6:30–8:30pm • Take a trip around the world with performances and cuisine from across the globe. TIX: $15 general, $10 student @ the Wong International Centre (27 Acadia Street) from 9am–4:30pm. INFO: 902-670-5455 / 118113m@acadiau.ca

SUNDAY, 13 All That Glam Fundraiser — Farmers Market, Wolfville 2–6pm • All That Glam is a charity that raises money for school breakfast programs in Nunavut by selling donated jewelry and purses at an annual sale. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-789-6780 / c_sheehan@hotmail.ca Acadia University Wind Ensemble — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 3–4pm • W/conductor Tristan De Borba. An exciting program of American and Canadian works. Mambo! Featuring John Mackey’s “Night on Fire”, Eric Whitacre’s “Cloudburst”, Derek Charke’s “Song of the Tides” and Leonard Bernstein’s “Symphonic Dances from West Side Story”. TIX: donation INFO: tristan.deborba@acadiau.ca Fundy Cinema screens JAFAR PANAHI’S TAXI — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • A director-turned-cabbie offers a glimpse into life in modern Iran through the stories, confessions, and anxieties of Tehran’s commuters. Also screening: Halifax filmmaker Daniel Boos’ short BOUND. TIX: $9 INFO: 902-542-1050 Meat Loaf Dinner — Community Hall, Cambridge Station 4–6pm • Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, vegetables, tea, coffee and dessert. Proceeds for

Health and Fitness Dance Program — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–8:30pm • Latin, Ballroom and Social dance practice. Everyone welcome. Variety of music and by request. Partner required. One half hour basic instruction from 7–7:30pm. TIX: $2 drop in fee INFO: 902-542-5053

MONDAY, 14 March Break Camp — Avon Dance Academy, Windsor 8:30am–4:30pm, March 14–18 • Half day program for 3–4 year olds, full day program for ages 5 & up. TIX: $20/day or $90/week for the half day program, $40/day or $180/week for the full day program INFO: avondance0@gmail.com March Break Camp — Baptist Church, Berwick 8:30am • Active Healthy Kids. Sign up by the day for a week of fun in the Town of Berwick. Indoor and outdoor activities, skating every day, snacks and lunch prepared by the campers. TIX: $18 a day INFO: 902-538-8616 / bpulsifer@berwick.ca March Break Day Camp — Annapolis East Elementary School, Middleton 9am–4pm, March 14–17 • The price is for 4 days. Maximum of

20 kids. Registration is on a first come first served basis. TIX: $40. Online registration/payment is possible through the website. INFO: 902-825-6611 / recoffice@town.middleton.ns.ca

Popovers — Library, Kingston 10–11am. Also March 21 • A preschooler fun time with stories, crafts, and songs for ages 2–5 and caregivers. Please register. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-3631 / valleylibrary.ca LEGO WeDo Robotics — Library, Kingston 10–11:30am • Build models with mechanically

moving parts then program it with a computer. Come join the fun! For ages 7–12. Pre-registration is required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-3631

Art Cafe — Library, Kentville 2–4pm • We will have a craft table set up for you to create something while you visit the library. Drop in activity for ages 4+ TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca Free Public Skating — Middleton & District Arena, Middleton 2:30–3:30pm, March 14–18 • Free Public Skating during March Break sponsored by the Thrive program and the Town of Middleton. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-825-6611 / recoffice@town.middleton.ns.ca LEGO WeDo Robotics — Library, Berwick 3–4:30pm • Build models with mechanically moving parts then program it with a computer. Come join the fun! For ages 6–12. Pre-registration is required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-4030 #SafeSelfie Pizza Party — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 6–8pm • Come find out about the Cops-n-Kids #SafeSelfie campaign, have some pizza, play some board games, and hang out with the cool kids. For ages 11–17. TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca Girl Power — Memorial Library, Wolfville 6:30– 8:30pm • For girls aged 10–15. Play games, make

Valley Gardeners Club — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 7:30pm • Guest speaker, Alana Respondek, will speak on the topic “Vegetable Growing in Small Spaces”. All are welcome to attend. TIX: no charge INFO: renanixon@hotmail.com

TUESDAY, 15 Committee of the Whole — County of Kings Municipal Complex, Kentville 9am • TIX: no charge INFO: 888-337-2999 Musical Tablets — Library, Kingston 10–11:30am • Come join our band! Play instruments on our tablets and see what great tunes we can play. Maybe the drums or the keyboard will be your favourite. For ages 7–12. Pre-registration is required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-3631 Free MRHS March Break Activities — Middleton Regional High School, Middleton 1–2pm, March 15, 16, 17 • FREE activities organized exclusively for MRHS students for March break. Pre-Registration required. Sponsored by the Town of Middleton. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-825-6611 / recoffice@town.middleton.ns.ca Magician: Al Bernard — Memorial Library, Wolfville 1–2pm • Come join Magician Al Bernard as he shows off his superb sleight-of-hand and showmanship skills. For ages 5+ (children under 8 to be accompanied by a guardian). TIX: no charge, but please register by phone or in person INFO: 902-542-5760 Community Shredding — RCMP, Kingston 1–3pm • In an effort to protect yourself from Identity Theft all documents containing personal, medical, financial and legal information should be shredded before recycling. Information on fraud and Identity Theft will also be available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-375-3602 / michelle.parker@rcmp-grc.gc.ca Health Talks — Kings Riverside Court, Kentville 2pm • Join us for a free health talk with Dylana

Arsenault, Director of Pharmacy Services at VRH on the safety and risks of combining prescription drugs and herbal medicines. Community welcome! TIX: no charge INFO/Reg: 902-678-5414 / vrh.foundation@ns.sympatico.ca

March Break Camp (4 Day Camp) — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2:30–4:30pm, March 15–18 • Join us at the “lab” for some March Break fun. Arts & crafts, cooking, and science as well as contests and games. Snacks provided. For ages 7–13. Registration is required. Children are encouraged to sign up for all four days, if possible, as some of the activities will take more than one day to complete. TIX: no charge INFO/Reg: 902-684-0103 Library Lab — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 3–4:30pm • For ages 10–14. Explore a variety of different crafting techniques,

VALLEY EVENTS TICKET GIVEAWAY– CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO: St. Patrick's Ceilidh Dance, Saturday March 19, 2016 6pm - 9pm Wolfville Farmer's Market Draw date: Monday, March 14 Enter all draws: valleyevents.ca/win art materials and science related activities. Snacks included! Registration required. TIX: no charge INFO/Reg: 902-684-0103 / valleylibrary.ca

Afterschool: It’s a Spring Fling! — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 3:30–4:30pm • You’re invited to join us to celebrate the end of winter and get ready to welcome spring! There will be stories, snacks and a craft. For ages 5–10. Please register. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-825-4835 / valleylibrary.ca Valley Voices Chorus — United Baptist Church, Kentville 7–9:30pm • Valley Voices is a vibrant,

female a cappella chorus composed of women ranging in age from teens to eighties. Valley Voices is both a competing and a performing show chorus with music including contemporary, rock & roll, sacred and gospel. Our chorus sings unaccompanied, four-part a cappella harmony. Women & girls of any age with a love of singing are welcome to join us any evening. Formal music training is not required. TIX: Full chorus membership and membership benefits will require payment of membership fees. INFO: 902-448-2414 / president@valleyvoices.org

Eating Disorder Support Group for Families/ Friends/Carers — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–9pm • We know how bewildering, challenging and exhausting being a caregiver can be. Our meetings are a safe place. Confidentiality is one of our key principles. Noone judges. Everyone understands. Our aim are is support parents, carers and friends and help them connect with others who are experiencing similar challenges in order to: give and receive support; reduce isolation; share strategies and successes; build coping skills; explore new self-care practices; increase knowledge of eating disorders; increase knowledge of health services and supports specific to EDs; build HOPE! Please call or text either Brigitte (902-691-2319) or Laura (902-840-1495) if you have any questions or if you would like support but aren’t able to make the meetings. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-840-1495 / AV.FC4SWEDs@outlook.com

WEDNESDAY, 16 Superhero One Day VBS — Salvation Army Church, Kentville 9am–1pm • For ages 5–12. Games, singing, Bible lessons, craft and prizes. Lunch provided. Participants are welcome to dress as their favourite superhero. TIX: $2 INFO: 902-678-2039 / joyce_downer@can.salvationarmy.org Talk Sing Read! Storytime — Library, Berwick 9:45–10:15am. Also March 23 • Share the fun and adventure of reading with your child. Enjoy rhymes, songs, and books with other children and caretakers. Geared towards ages 0–5, but all ages welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-4030 St. Patrick’s Day Soup/Chowder Luncheon — United Baptist Church, Port Williams 11:30am– 1pm • Along with your delicious soup or chowder we offer fresh french bread or rolls, an array of delicious desserts, tea/coffee. Snow date: March 17. TIX: $8, no charge for children under 2. For takeout (within Por Williams) please call 902-542-3012 after 9 am that day. INFO: 902-542-3681 / pburden@ns.sympatico.ca Lenten Noon Hour Concerts — Wolfville Baptist Church, Wolfville 12:15–1pm • Brilliant young performer Naoko Tsujita plays her marimba in a concert of musical reflections. Come at 11:45am

for homemade soup and biscuits. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-5524 / soundcircles@gmail.com

WHS Monthly Meeting — Studio-Z, Wolfville 2–4pm • Historical Photography of Grand Pré - The Photographers and the Images 1880’s to 1930’s presented by Jamie Robertson, Landscape Photographer. Public welcome. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-1143 / eannehope@eastlink.ca Fundy Cinema screens GUANTANAMO’S CHILD: OMAR KHADR — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Based on Michelle Shephard’s authoritative book, this documentary delivers a harrowing glimpse into Omar Khadr’s thirteen year detainment in the Guantanamo Bay prison camp. TIX: $9 INFO: 902-542-1050 Beacon of Hope — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–8:30pm • The Kings County Schizophrenia Society Presents... A video presentation of The Beacon Program, a transitional home in Kentville NS for young people with severe and persistent mental illness. Occupational Therapist Pam Langille will present this video and answer any questions the public may have regarding this program. The public is welcome Please use the door on the East end of the building. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-681-2448 / rcann@eastlink.ca

THURSDAY, 17 Tantalizing Tattoo Table — Memorial Library, Wolfville 10am–2pm • Kids of all ages can come

in to get an awesome tattoo or create their own. Our friend Margaret will join us for face and arm painting. TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca

St. Patrick’s Day Book Give-Away — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7–8pm • Calling all girls and boys ages 10–14 years: dress in your favourite St. Patrick’s Day clothes and join us for lots of fun, free books and pizza. TIX: no charge, but please register. INFO/Reg: 902-825-4835 Fundraiser & Dance for Girl Guides — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–9pm

• Fundraiser for the New Minas Girl Guides for a “Guiding and Pathfinder Guiding Mosaic Camping Trip in Alberta” Come celebrate St Patrick’s Day with “Down East Country” Ron Corkum, Carl Bezanson, James Brown and Bob Rix. Wear your most Festive Outfit, prizes will be awarded! Munchies provided! TIX: $10 per person INFO: 902-582-3549 / roncorkum@xcountry.tv

Books Start Here — Fountain Learning Commons, Acadia University, Wolfville 7–9pm • Will the Nova Scotia publishing industry meet the same fate as the film industry when the budget comes down? Not if you come show your support at the Wolfville edition of the Books Start Here campaign! Join authors, publishers, and other concerned stakeholders in this celebration of regional publishing. TIX: No charge INFO: nsbooksstarthere.wordpress.com Jam Session — Community Hall, North Alton 7–10pm • Play, sing or enjoy listening to the music. Join us for a great lunch, tea and coffee. We also have a door prize and 50/50 draw. TIX: donation INFO: 902-678-3050 / jnanaw62@gmail.com Compline — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 9:30–10:30pm • The ancient office of

Compline, by candle light, sung by the Manning Chapel Choir TIX: no charge INFO: 902-698-2337 / john.scott@acadiau.ca

FRIDAY, 18 LEGO WeDo Robotics — Library, Kingston 10:30am–12pm • Build models with mechanically

moving parts then program it with a computer. Come join the fun! For ages 7–12. Pre-registration is required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-3631

Lenten Luncheon — Emmanuel United Church, Kingsport 11:30am–1pm • Homemade soups and breads. Freewill offering in support of the Canning and Area Interchurch Council (CAICC) Emergency Relief Fund. TIX: donation INFO: 902-582-7954 / feenerd@yahoo.com Make Your Own Maud Lewis — Library, Berwick 1–3pm • March Break Activities: Make your own

artwork inspired by Maud Lewis, dress to make a mess. For ages 5 and up. Space limited so pre-registration required. TIX: no charge INFO/Reg: 902-538-4030

Musical Tablets — Library, Kingston 3:30–5pm • Come join our band! Play instruments on our tablets and see what great tunes we can play. Maybe the drums or the keyboard will be your favourite. For ages 7–12. Pre-registration is required. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-3631 David Myles — Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor 8pm • The Canadian songwriter and ECMA winner is known for his work that ranges from jazz folk to pop. When he is not on tour, David Myles is the host of CBC Music radio’s “East Coast Music Hour”. TIX: $23 advance, $25 door. Assigned Seating @ Ticketpro.ca Phone, 1-888-311-9090, Home Hardware (Windsor) INFO: 902-798-5841 / puppets@mermaidtheatre.ca

SATURDAY, 19 Breakfast — Community Hall, Centreville 7–10:30am • The Good Neighbour Club is having a breakfast. Eggs, bacon, sausages, juice, coffee, tea, homemade hash browns, homemade beans, toast, etc. Everyone welcome. TIX: donation INFO: 902-678-3999 Breakfast — Lions Club, Wolfville 7–10am • Come on out and enjoy a full breakfast while supporting a great cause. Scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, beans, hash browns , toast, tea, coffee, juice. “Helping Us - Helping Others” TIX: $6 adults, $3 children INFO: j-fisher@eastlink.ca Community Breakfast — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7:30–10am • Hosted by the Windsor Royal

Canadian Legion Branch No. 009, Fort Edward Mall, and the Windsor Fire Department, a full breakfast will be served at the Legion. TIX: $6 adults, $4 children ages 6–12 years. No charge for children under 6 INFO: 902-798-2031 / windsorlegion@eastlink.ca

Spring Craft Fair — Fire Hall, Hall’s Harbour 8am– 4pm • Proceeds for the Halls Harbour Water Rescue Team. 50/50 draw, basket draw, canteen. TIX: $2 admission at the door

Breakfast — United Church, Aylesford 8–11am • Delicious homemade pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausages, ham, toast, tea, coffee and juice. Sponsored by the Committee of Stewards for church expenses. TIX: donation INFO: 902-847-9624 Spring Breakfast — Community Hall, Scotts Bay 8–10am • Pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, toast and your choice of coffee, tea or juice. All proceeds to the hall association for hall upkeep. TIX: $6, $3

children age 12 and under INFO: 902-582-7489 / jerrychuntley@hotmail.com

Easter Party — Baptist Church, Berwick 9–11am • An Easter egg hunt, a story walk, an Easter craft, face painting and a chance to visit with the Easter Bunny! Ages 10 and under. TIX: no charge. To participate please pick up a free ticket from the Town Hall Offices (Anglican Church Hall) or the Berwick Library (Wilson’s Pharmasave) before March 17. INFO: 902-538-8616 / bpulsifer@berwick.ca Premiere Antiques and Collectibles Sale — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 9am–3pm • $100 door prize coupon for merchandise. On site Canteen. Quality Antiques & Collectibles offered by local vendors. TIX: $4 admission, donated to the K.C. Burial Grounds Care Society and to assist Local Food Banks. INFO: troopk@eastlink.ca Indoor Yard Sale — Salvation Army Church, Kentville 9am–12pm • Various items for sale. TIX: $1 entry fee INFO: 902-678-3181 Spring 2 Action Walk A Thon — Harvest House, Windsor 10am–12pm • 2k and 5k walks to create awareness of our homeless while raising funds for the Windsor Harvest Home Homeless Shelter. TIX: donation INFO: 902-698-8033 / tanyamoore3066@gmail.com Family Time: Getting Ready for Spring — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 10:30–12am • Celebrate the fact that spring is just around the corner. We’ll be planting seeds and bulbs for you to take home and watch grow. There will be stories, crafts and snacks. For families and children of all ages. Caregiver required to help children ages 4 and under. TIX: no charge, but please register. INFO: 902-825-4835 Soup & Chowder Luncheon — Community Hall, Black River 11:30am–1pm • A variety of soups, fish/

corn chowders will be served along with biscuits/ rolls and an assortment of pies. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-3498 / darlene.hennigar@gmail.com

Girl Power — Memorial Library, Wolfville 1:30– 3:30pm • For girls aged 10–15. We will play games, make something crafty, have snacks and hang out together! So what are you waiting for? TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca Wine & Food Pairing Event — Planters Ridge Winery & Vineyard, Port Williams 2–4pm • Join

us at our winery to learn how to pair wine and food like a pro! Led by chef and sommelier Paul Thimot. Limited seats available. TIX: $35+tax per person at our winery in Port Williams. INFO: 902-542-2711 / info@plantersridge.ca

Unearthing History at Fort Edward — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 6–10pm • Reaction starts at 6pm and Roast a turkey Dinner is served at 6:45pm. Much of our history, artifacts and other physical remains left behind by ancestral generations, lies underground and forgotten. Our presenters will describe how they uncover and interpret this history. They will discuss new technology used in their work, including ground penetrating radar and drone aircraft which were used at Fort Edward. W/Jonathan Fowler. TIX: $25 @ Readers Haven bookstore (Windsor), Daniels Flower Shop (Windsor), Online at the West Hants Historical Society Web page INFO: 902-798-4706 / whhs@ns.aliantzinc.ca

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WHAT’S HAPPENING MARCH 10–24, 2016 (CONT'D) St. Patrick’s Ceilidh Dance — Farmers Market, Wolfville 6–9pm • Hear great Irish music from the North Mountain Ceilidh Band and take part in a multitude of swirling dances called by certified, Irish dance instructor, Niamh Webster. Demonstrations and choreography from the Tir na nOg Irish Dancers. TIX: $12, $6 at door, $10, $5 advance, no charge under age 5. @ Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville) INFO: 902-582-1786 / info@webstersdance.com Variety Music Show — Lions Club, Kingston 7–9pm • An evening of entertainment and fun! 50/50 tickets on sale, canteen available. Wheel Chair Accessible. Featured local entertainers are: Chet Brown Bruce Dewar & Kory Bayer, Bernie & Jackie TIX: $5 at the door INFO: 902-765-2128 Afiara String Quartet — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7:30pm • A Debut Atlantic presentation Valerie Li, violin. Timothy Kantor, violin. Eric Wong, viola. Adrian Fung, cello. After residencies at The Juilliard School and San Francisco State University, the dynamic Afiara Quartet is currently the Fellowship ensemble at the Royal Conservatory of Music. TIX: $26, $20 for students @ Acadia Box Office, 1-800-542-8425 INFO: 902-585-1282 / pas@acadiau.ca A Music Variety Show — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7:30pm • Entertainers: Next Generation (Bluegrass) Gary Morine & Margie De Ell, Make Mine Country, 50/50, Canteen. Emcee - Harold Hunt. All Proceeds for Wolfville Legion TIX: $5 INFO: 902-542-0471 / ellen.hunt@ns.sympatico.ca Gabrielle Papillon & Band — Union Street Cafe, Berwick 8–11pm • Singer-songwriter Gabrielle

Papillon sings stories real and imagined. Words, melancholy melodies, and lush harmonies. TIX: $25 (+ fees & tax) Tickets available online, at the restaurant, or over the phone. INFO: 902-538-7787 / contactunionstreet@gmail.com

Andy Flinn CD Release — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8–10pm • Andy Flinn’s very first singer/ songwriter CD comes after decades of performing as a member of various bands... with Ariana Nasr, Ken Shorley, Cailun Campbell, Donna Holmes and more. TIX: $15 @ Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville) INFO: 902-697-2176 / andy@tabmusic.ca

SUNDAY, 20 Breakfast — Community Centre, Windsor 7:30–9:30am • The Windsor & Dist. Lions Club will be holding their monthly breakfast. Tea & coffee included. TIX: $6 INFO: 902-472-2515 Variety Show — Forties Community Centre, New Ross 1:30–4pm • Frasher Newcombe & the Guys, Country Crossroads, Cye Brown & friends, Agnas Clinton & friends. Canteen available. Sound by Winston Shatford TIX: $5 admission INFO: 902-689-2000 / 902-689-2612 Turkey Supper — Fire Hall, Waterville 4:30–6pm • Roast Turkey with vegetables, coleslaw, cranberries, roll, dessert, tea and coffee. Take out orders available. Proceeds for Waterville Baptist Church. TIX: $13, sold in advance @ 902-599-2982. INFO: ltoole01@eastlink.ca Fundy Cinema screens YOUTH — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • Paolo Sorrentino portrays two old friends (Michael Caine and Harvey Keitel) who reflect on their past, present, and the beauty and absurdity of the world during a vacation in the Swiss Alps. TIX: $9 INFO: 902-542-1050 Sonlight in Concert — United Baptist Church, Centreville 7pm • Enjoy an evening of music with Sonlight. Everyone is welcome. Proceeds

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for Church renovations. TIX: free will offering INFO: 902-678-1946

Hymn Sing — United Baptist Church, Wolfville Ridge 7–9pm • Special guests Harold Hunt and

Friends. Refreshment and fellowship time to follow. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-3419

Contemplative Concert — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 9–10pm • A one-hour latenight meditative improvisation presented in the beautiful resonance of Acadia University’s Manning Chapel. François Coté on flutes, Heidi Kalyani on drones and percussion, Ken Shorley on hand drums and percussion. The musicians will be intentionally hidden from view in order to create a more immersive listening experience. Please join us for a journey of musical exploration - close your eyes, listen and enjoy! TIX: donation INFO: events@worldinwolville.com

MONDAY, 21 Blood Donor Clinic — Fire Hall, Kentville 1–8pm • New Donors wanted Please help us reach our goal of 240 donations TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-7798 (fire hall)

TUESDAY, 22 Blood Donor Clinic — Fire Hall, Kentville 1–8pm • New donors welcomed Help us reach our goal of 240 donations TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-7798 (fire hall) Afterschool: Hoppy Holiday — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 3:30–4:30pm • We’re egg-cited to invite you to hop on over here for some egg-stra special fun! There will be stories, snacks and a craft. For ages 5–10 TIX: no charge but please register. INFO: 902-825-4835 292 Main Street Developments — Farmers Market, Wolfville 5–8pm • Join us to find out more

about the proposed development at 292 Main St. We want your opinions on various aspects of the building. Please register at the Eventbrite page. Limited spaces available. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. TIX: no charge INFO: 292mainstreet@gmail.com

Authors@Acadia: Sean Michaels — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 7–9pm • Scotiabank Giller Prize Winner (2014) Sean Michaels discusses his book, “Us Conductors.” On a ship steaming its way from Manhattan back to Leningrad, Lev Termen writes a letter to his “one true love”, Clara Rockmore, telling her the story of his life, from the glamour of Jazz Age New York to the gulags and science prisons of the Soviet Union. Books will be available for purchase and signing following the event. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-9511 / boxofdelightsbooks@gmail.com Learn to Make Sauerkraut — Nan’s Rock Shop & Spiritual Center, Wilmot 7–8:30pm • Learn about the powerful benefits of probiotics. You will go home with at least one quart jar of your very own Sauerkraut. Limited Availability. Register early! TIX: $45 INFO: 902-249-1772 / judy@rawngreen.com

WEDNESDAY, 23 Free Community Lunch — United Church, Kingston 12–1pm • Come in out of the cold for a nice hot soup lunch. All welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-3621 / officekpc@kingston.ca

Fibre Craft — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2–4pm • For knitters, hookers, crocheters, weavers and spinners, or anyone who enjoys the fibre craft arts. An opportunity to share stitches & time. Bring your own project. Everyone welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca Cyber Safety Presentation — Fire Hall, Berwick 6:30pm • This free presentation is open to the public and applies to all populations (students, parents, business, etc.) Presentation by Kings District RCMP Community Policing and School Safety Resource Officers. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-375-3601 / kelli.gaudet@rcmp-grc.gc.ca Fundy Cinema screens MUSTANG — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • In a Turkish village on the Black Sea, five young sisters are placed under the tyrannical regime of traditional morality by their guardians in this poignant, award-winning first feature by Turkish director Deniz Gamze Ergüven. TIX: $9 INFO: 902-542-1050

Jam Session — Lions Club, Kentville 7–10pm • Come play, sing or just sit back and listen. All styles and abilities welcome. TIX: $2 per person INFO: 902-679-4899 CFUW Meeting — Manning Chapel, Acadia 7:15pm • Guest speaker: Anne Mackinnon, a nurse with Doctors Without Borders. Social to follow meeting. TIX: donations: cash/items for Chrysalis House INFO: cfuwwolfville.ca

THURSDAY, 24 Lunch & Learn : Healthy Lunch Ideas — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library (lower level), Hantsport 12–1pm • We are launching our Lunch & Learn series with luscious nutritious lunch ideas from Atlantic Superstore Dietitian, Meghan Dixon. Please bring a “brown bag” lunch. Beverages provided. All are welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-684-0103 / valleylibrary.ca Between the Covers Book Club — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 6:30–8:30pm • Please join us to discuss our second book club selection Exit Music by Ian Rankin. Bring a favourite mug and join us for coffee or tea and conversation. TIX: no charge, but please register (one space remaining) INFO: 902-825-4835

Taekwondo — Baptist Church, North Alton 6:30– 7:30pm • Wagner’s Taekwondo has been in business for over 20 years. World Taekwondo Federation is the only style of Taekwondo with Olympic status. Taekwondo offers great physical exercise, self defense, respect, listening skills, focus, self discipline and tremendous confidence. Classes are Tuesday and Thursday’s 6:30-7:30 (Kids) 7:30-8:30 (Adult). The instructor is a 4th degree black belt and has been in Taekwondo for over 20 years. He is also a four time Nationals medalist for team Nova Scotia. Come try a free class. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-670-8714 / devin@ennissecurity.ca

LIVE THEATRE ATC presents Three Sisters — Lower Denton Theatre, Wolfville March 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 7:30–9:30pm • by Anton Chekhov; adapted and directed by Michael Devine. TIX: $15, $10 seniors/ students, $7 for groups of 8 or more @ Acadia Box Office INFO: 902-542-5500 / boxoffice@acadiau.ca

Love From a Stranger — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville March 11, 12, 18, 19, 26, April 1, 2, 7:30pm. March 13, 20, 2pm. No show March 25, Good Friday. • Sweepstakes winners Cecily and Mavis, are letting their London flat while Mavis travels in Europe and Cecily prepares to marry her fiancé, Nigel, who is returning from work in the Sudan. Cecily, though, is not sure she wants to settle down yet, but Nigel is furious at the thought of postponing their wedding. Then a personable fellow, Bruce, appears to check out the flat and offers excitement and romance. Cecily breaks off her engagement, and within weeks they marry and move to a secluded cottage in the country where the idyll disintegrates as Bruce begins to undergo a terrifying transformation. TIX: $15 general, $12 student/senior INFO: 902-678-8040 / centrestage@centrestagetheatre.ca Shakespeare’s A Winter’s Tale — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville March 18, 7–10pm • Shakespeare’s timeless tragic comedy of obsession and redemption is reimagined in a new production co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh. Judi Dench will play Paulina. Kenneth Branagh will play Leontes. TIX: $20 @ ticketpro.ca, 1-888-311-9090, Home Hardware (Windsor), Cochrane’s Pharmasave (Wolfville), Wilsons Pharmasave (Kentville, Berwick), at the door. INFO: kathy@justuscoffee.com

UPCOMING: Dinner Theatre — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville April 8 & 9, 6:15pm • It’s April ,1925, and the

perfect time to take a cruise on the HMS Victoria! You are invited to dine at the Captain’s table for an evening of murder and mayhem. 4-course roast beef dinner, Cash bar, lotto tree, and silent auction. Bon Voyage! TIX: $50 (tax receipts issued for $25) INFO: Lana, 902-678-8040

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville April 13, 14, 15, 16, 7pm • After a sold out run last fall, the Wolfville Theatre Collective is proud to present another run of Edward Albee’s Classic drama Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? The production stars Thea Burton, Paul Abela, Mike Dennis and new addition Emily Lutz and is directed by Mike Butler. Come see this Pulitzer Prize winning work on the main stage of the Al Whittle Theatre in Wolfville. TIX: $15 @ The Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville) INFO: butlermike50@gmail.com

Kirtan: singing and chanting — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 7:15pm • Please join us for an evening of uplifting and heart-opening kirtan-style singing and chanting with Ken Shorley, Heidi Kalyani, Andy Kavanagh and others! Gentle yoga from 7:15–7:45 with Jenn Boutilier. Please bring a mat! TIX: donations welcome to help cover hall rental INFO: events@worldinwolville.com

Maundy Service — Gaspereau Baptist Church 7:30pm • Local Talent in song, readings. TIX: no charge INFO: info@gaspereau.ca

The HomeWarming program offers no-charge energy assessments and home upgrades to income-qualified homeowners. Call 1 (888) 760-7191 or go to www.homewarming.ca

WHAT’S HAPPENING (CONT'D) EXHIBITS “PRESS” — Harvest Gallery, Wolfville. Until March 11 • Our annual Printmaker’s Show! Harvest Gallery will be closed March 12–24. INFO: harvestgallery.ca Evangeline Artist Co-op — Jack’s Gallery (in Just Us!), Wolfville. Until March 13 • Paintings by members of the Evangeline Artist Co-op. Jacks Gallery is always looking for submissions; for information go to acadiacinema.coop/jacksgallery. INFO: jacksgallerywolfville@gmail.com

singing classes on demand. INFO: 902-300-1001 / Susan_dworkin@hotmail.com

Creativity Workshops for Adults Series — Starts March 24, 6:30pm @ Horton High School. Wish you felt more creative? From teaching art to kids and creativity to adults I continually see people wanting more strategies towards releasing their creative spirit. I am offering a series of 7 hands-on workshops. Contact me for details. INFO: paulsyme@me.com Let’s Express! Workshop Series — Nan’s Rock Shop, Wilmot, 7–9pm. March 24: Vision Board, March 31: Theatre Games, April 7: Salsa Dancing. FEE: $15 each or $30 for three INFO: meganhyslop@yahoo.ca

Delanie Carlson — Designer Cafe, Kentville. Until March 21 • Exhibit featuring local artist/photographer, Delanie Carlson. INFO: bettyann@designerkentville.com Settled Pebbles — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville. Until April 2 • One-of-a-kind pebble

and beach glass and driftwood art by Tiena Burkley INFO: centrestagetheatre.ca

“Critical Incident” — Acadia University Art Gallery, Wolfville. Until April 21 • Paintings by Anthony Clementi. The works selected for the exhibition explore moments of crisis from around the world. Artist talk, March 30, 2pm. INFO: artgallery@acadiau.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.

Judith J. Leidl — Oriel Fine Art, Wolfville • Fine art: floral paintings, scarves, acrylic paintings, prints, ceramics, and Inuit work from Baffin Island. INFO: 902-670-7422 / judithleidlart.com

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Inner Sun Yoga — Classes for every level of student with certified instructors in our inviting studio space. INFO: 542-YOGA / innersunyoga.ca Community Yoga — Wed. & Fri., 12–1pm @ Dance Studio, Downstairs, Old-SUB, Acadia. FEE: $5, no charge for Acadia students INFO: Carole, cazaflows@gmail.com Taoist Tai Chi™ — Classes at: Kentville: Lions Hall 78 River Street, Tuesdays 6–9pm; Thursdays 11:30am–2pm. Berwick Legion, Mondays, 6–7:30pm. INFO: Mary Anne, 902-678-4609 / kentville@taoist.org Holistic Therapies Certification Programs — Professional Hot Stone Massage Certification Program: April 7–8, Halifax. Indian Head Massage Professional Certification Program: April 9–10, Halifax. See website for more information. FEE: Hot Stone Certification: $500, Head Massage Certification: $450 INFO: centreforholistictherapies.com Reiki level 1, 2, 3 — Training at your convenience. Reiki treatment available. INFO: Suzanne Patry (Reiki Master, B.A.,B.E.d., M.Ed.), 902-542-1447 / suzannepatry.ca Voice & Piano Lessons — Private music instruction. All ages and levels. Learn to read music: Group sight-

Campaign for Kids — This Foundation dedicated to helping underprivileged children and youth in Kings County, is looking for board members, especially in the Western end of the Valley. Monthly board meetings to review funding requests and 3-4 fundraising events a year. INFO: 902-582-3409 / info@campaignforkids.com / campaignforkids.com L’Arche Homefires — A community organization that supports adults with disabilities. They are seeking volunteers that can fill a variety of roles, including preparing meals, taking part in social activities, helping with weaving, knitting, sewing, candle making, etc. Volunteers are asked to commit at least one hour a week, require a criminal record and vulnerable sector check, and must be 18+. INFO: Roxanne Brown, 902-542-3520 / admin@larchehomefires.org / larchehomefires.org CNIB — A non-profit that provides rehabilitation services for people who are blind, visually impaired and deafblind. They are looking for 10 volunteers in Wolfville, Windsor, Kentville, and New Minas for their Vision Mate position. Vision Mates are matched up one-on-one with a person with vision loss to provide sighted assistance for two hours a week. This may include reading, organizing, going for walks, and running errands. This position requires a criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check. INFO: Jeff deViller, 902-453-1480 / jeff.deviller@cnib.ca / cnib.ca CAPRE — Person-centered solutions and support to individuals labeled as having an intellectual disability, who wish to operate a business. They are looking for volunteers to provide business or entrepreneurial knowledge a few hours a month. INFO: Brian Reid, 902-582-1280 / capre@ns.sympatico.ca / capre.com Community Health Boards — Health Boards in Annapolis Valley are seeking board members to support health plan objectives, board plans and initiatives, and health system goals and initiatives that contribute to the health of the community. Members will be appointed for a term of three years, and required to attend one two-hour board meeting per month, with additional committee work periodically required. See website for online application. INFO: avdha.nshealth.ca

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THE DOME CHRONICLES: THE FOOTINGS Garry Leeson

In 1972, a boxcar from Toronto containing a menagerie of farm animals and an eager young couple pulled into the station platform in Kingston, Nova Scotia. They were bound for a deserted hundred-acre farm on the South Mountain, determined to preserve the foundations of farmsteads past while constructing a geodesic dome. They were pioneers of the future, armed with respect for tradition and an irrepressible sense of humour. They didn’t call themselves farmers. They were back-to-the-landers. Farming was industry and their calling was sustainability. Over the next forty years, through flood and fire, triumph and catastrophe, they persevered, unwittingly sowing the seeds for the modern small-farm movement.

of steel and cement would not stand on feet of clay alone. We drove a stake at the center of the location we had chosen, then attached a rope and using it as a sweep, scribed a forty-foot wide circle in the sod. Using this as a guide we excavated a five foot wide trench that would act as a form for the footings of our structure. Building permits were not deemed essential in those days.

After we finished our first small test dome, we set about tackling the construction of our final large home. The frame of the building would need to be twice as strong as the small one; two by six inch struts connected to heavy metal hubs. When completed it would be covered in a layer of cement imbedded in two layers of expanded metal lathe. The building would have the strength and structural integrity of the cement boat hulls that were in fashion at the time. We made the calculations, prepared the struts and ordered the lathe, and then set about preparing to build.

After we had spent the better part of a week digging the shallow trench in the rocky soil and riding our horses around in an endless plodding merry go round to compact its base, we sat down to calculate the amount of cement and rebar we would require. That’s when reality set in. I almost wished I hadn’t been so enthusiastic while making the grade so accurate. The amount of cement required would make as big a hole in our resources as it was making in the ground and I wasn’t sure we could swing it. I pondered the situation for several days before I remembered having read somewhere about the Brits using a product called Tepol. It was a very concentrated soap that, when mixed with regular cement grout and copious amounts of water, more than doubled the volume of the cement. After a few inquiries we located some of this super soap in nearby Halifax. Apparently it was in common use to clean out the bilges of ships.

The first order of business was to prepare some footings to support our weird home. All the literature talked about how light domes were but, even so, anything forty feet in diameter and nearly as tall, covered in an inch

On the day of the pour, the cement truck driver seemed a little miffed when he arrived at our site. He only had two and a half yards of concrete in a truck that could hold well over seven. His mood wasn’t improved while

IRISH BOOK CLUB Thomas Clahane

A pint of ale, an animated discussion among friends, and a focus on Irish literature, all followed by an hour or two of listening to live music. If that sounds like the way you’d like to spend an evening, you may want to consider checking out the Irish Book Club. For about a decade now the group has been meeting at Paddy’s Pub in Kentville on the third Tuesday of the month to do just that. The idea was conceived when publican Brian Fitzgerald overheard an energetic discussion at the bar between a couple of regulars and three navy officers who were passing through. The subject was Irish literature, which Brian thought a most appropriate topic for an Irish pub. The officers moved on, but at Brian’s suggestion the regulars decided to accept his offer of providing space and support for an organized book club with a specific focus on Irish writing. A few gatherings were organized, a little publicity put forth, and expressions of interest sought. Ralph Stewart, one of the founders, explains that while the first few meetings were more like lectures than a traditional book club, very quickly the format became, and still remains, almost purely interactive discussion. The club meets once a month from September through June and has evolved a tradition of

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having a summer barbecue where members put forth suggestions for the next year’s selections. Over the last decade close to a hundred pieces from various time periods have been featured, with the common link being a demonstrated connection to the emerald isle. While much of the writing of recognized masters such as Joyce, Wilde, Shaw, and Behan has been discussed, many more obscure authors spanning the full history of the literature have also been included. More wellknown modern writers, such as Roddy Doyle and Jamie O’Neill are regularly read. A typical year will include novels, a few short stories, a play or two, and an assortment of poetry. Sometimes travel writing, autobiography, history, or other non-fiction may be slipped in. The Annapolis Library system has helped make the club possible through assisting to locate multiple copies for the monthly readings if they are not readily available on-line. An added bonus is that, on the same night, the Paddy’s Pub Irish Set group plays downstairs, and after the meeting, most members close the evening with another pint, or a cuppa tea, and an hour or so of traditional Irish music. New members are welcome, and more information can be obtained by dropping an e-mail to Ralph Stewart at stewatrralph@yahoo.com.

I delayed his delivery further explaining what I was about to do. He watched, incredulous and annoyed, as I climbed the ladder on the back of his truck then settled near the mouth of the giant rotating mixer and poured in my magic additive. At first nothing was happening so I asked the deliveryman to add some water to the mix. Still no response so I kept asking for more and more water as the big barrel churned on. When the driver, with a look on his face that announced that he had had just about enough of my nonsense, said that he had no more water in his tank, I was about to give up. As a last resort I asked him if he could ramp up the speed of rotation and he reluctantly complied. That’s when it started to happen; there was a low burbling and bubbling in the bowels of the machine and the contents began to expand, the volume was increasing so quickly that I was forced to abandon my perch and beat a hasty retreat. By the time I dropped off the bottom rung of the ladder the mixer was overflowing and spewing its grey fluffy contents down into a trough where it continued on flowing like lava down and into our excavation. When the driver returned with the second load, bringing two other employees to witness the magic, I knew I had made a believer. With the footings in place, Andrea and I started assembling the first rows of the heavy eight-foot long struts. It was a slow process that came to a screeching halt when Andrea got it into her head that we should get married. Actually, it was her sister Joy’s idea; she was visiting at the time. I wasn’t opposed so

we put the building on hold and a few days later we tied the knot in the old courthouse in Kentville. Andrea’s traumatized mother, who had reluctantly flown from Montreal with a beautiful wedding cake on her lap, and a bottle of Dom Pérignon, champagne flutes, a paper tablecloth, and napkins in her suitcase, had tears in her eyes when the Justice of the Peace uttered the words, “for better or for worse”. I know she was thinking it couldn’t get much worse. But she soldiered on, and later at a small reception on the site, she arranged her cake on an ironing board doubling as a table, in front of the emerging frame of the dome, and watched stoically as we cut the first slice.

Mike Uncorked – Continued from p 4

Performing Arts Centre at King's-Edgehill School in Windsor March 11-12 and March 18-19 beginning at 7pm with matinees on March 12,13, and 19 at 2pm. Are you in the mood for a gripping psychological thriller, with some rather funny moments as well? Well, opening at CenteStage Theatre (61 River St., Kentville) on February 26 and playing weekends through April 2 (including three Sunday Matinees) is the Agatha Christie thriller, Love From A Stranger. Filled with intrigue, dazzling performances, and edge-ofyour-seat suspense, the production follows Cecily (played by Linda Levy-Fisk) as she calls off her engagement with one suitor (me) because she is swept off her feet by another man (Kevin Pearle). This man enters Cecily’s life with charm and wit, that later turns into mystery and obscurity. This must-see Christie classic, directed by Peter Booth and George Henry, plays evenings starting at 7:30pm (new show time). It’s recommended that you call ahead for reservations at 902-678-8040. Check out centrestagetheatre.ca for more details. See you there! Centre Stage Theatre also has a two-night special event Dinner Theatre coming up on April 8 and 9 that is bound to be as brilliant as years passed. This time around they poke fun and hilarity at murder mysteries with the production, Murderous Crossing. Tickets are selling fast so call 902-678-8040 to reserve your spot. Tickets are $50 (with a $25 tax receipt offered) and that includes your Roast Beef dinner and show. There will also be a silent auction, lottery tree, and more!

After a near sold-out run last fall, and countless emails and messages from those who missed out on seeing it, the Wolfville Theatre Collective is overjoyed to present a second run of Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. The complete, uncut, and uncensored play will be performed on the main stage of the Al Whittle Theatre from April 13 to April 16 with a prompt showtime start of 7pm. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the Box of Delights Bookshop (466 Main St., Wolfville) or at the door on performance nights. It is strongly recommended that you purchase tickets in advance because of the play's previous popularity. If you did get a chance to see the play last fall, come back again as we’ve made changes to the cast, setting, and interpretation of this brilliant work. Come and enjoy an evening of fun and games with Martha and George! Don’t be Afraid…. it’s only a play! Well, there you have it! And seriously folks, this is still just a handful of upcoming shows. Keep an eye out for new productions from the Women of Wolfville, Mermaid Theatre, and your local high schools. (Horton High School is doing FOOTLOOSE and I can’t wait!) Thank you all for your amazing support of these dedicated groups. We love what we do! We love to entertain! Enjoy the shows! Editor's Note: For info on these shows and more, check out our "What's Happening" pages or visit ValleyEvents.ca.

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VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS AT CONVOCATION HALL, ACADIA UNIVERSITY

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Tom and Julia Clahane It’s always a special evening when the symphony is in town, and it’s always welcome when spring comes early. Both happened together on the last Friday night of an unusually warm February this year. The Atlantic Symphony, led by guest violinist, Robert Uchida, brought a strong baroque program featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to the Convocation Hall at Acadia. Uchida is one of Canada’s leading violinists and has been heard internationally as a soloist, chamber musician, and concert leader. He brought his electric energy and obvious joyful enthusiasm to Saturday’s concert. The program opened with one of the most familiar melodies in classical music - Johann Pachelbel’s Canon. While the staging left something to be desired, as some of the players were obscured by the first violinist, the piece was beautifully executed, with the quintet playing in perfect concert. A brief music lesson followed on the form of the ground bass and Robert asked us to compare the Pachelbel to the next piece, the Canon on a Ground bass by Purcell. The comparison illustrated the subtle differences between the popular mode and the slightly more avant-garde style of the era, as the second piece incorporates occasional dissonant notes that almost slip by but create contrast and colour. More players joined the stage for the final presentation of the first set, Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto no.3 in G major. This featured a beautiful build of the cellos, the first violin leading the audience like Scheherazade and a great dynamic display by the solo violin.

The performance had a lightness of touch that transported the audience, and the music was complex and layered but, the bass needed teeth. This can probably be attributed to the problems of achieving rich acoustics in a rectangular room of 90 degree angles and hard surfaces. The second half of the concert was devoted to Vivaldi’s well known masterwork, The Four Seasons. This is a spectacular group of four concertos written in 1723 to capture the dynamics of each of the seasons. The playing was, as is to be expected from musicians of this calibre, masterful, and Robert’s performance was both nuanced and powerful. La primavera in E Major (Spring) feels like all nature breaking forth in green shoots from the ground, and the enthusiasm of the orchestra and the soloist did much to punch through the thinness of the acoustics. The lazier, dreamier opening of L’estate (Summer) breaks into a passionate interplay between the soloist and the orchestra before returning again to expressions of languid heat. L’auttunno (Autumn) begins with similarity to spring but moves to images of colour and hints of the impending storm of L’inverno (Winter) to follow. The four concertos gave full opportunity for both the soloist and the players to shine and they did not disappoint. The pleasure that the guest, Robert Uchida, took from the music and shared with the audience was palpable and was followed with a well-deserved standing ovation at the close of the performance.

Adele measuring plants in the potting shed Photo Credit: M. Priesnitz

WHAT’S GROWING AT THE HARRIET IRVING BOTANICAL GARDENS

HANDS-ON LEARNING

Melanie Priesnitz, Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens The research greenhouses and phytotrons at the KC Irving Environmental Science Centre have been buzzing with student activity this winter. A phytotron is a specialized greenhouse designed specifically for studying interactions between plants and their environment. The phytotrons at the Centre allow for much more precise manipulation of temperature and humidity than an average greenhouse. Acadia students, under the direction of faculty, are conducting much of the research currently taking place in the phytotrons. These projects include studies on biochar, fungal associations, and rare and endangered plants just to name a few. While working in the greenhouse, students gain invaluable hands-on experience in the field of scientific research. The research greenhouse wing at the Centre has recently been opened up to the public with limited access to allow visitors the opportunity to learn about environmental

research at Acadia. We invite you to stroll through the greenhouse corridor, located off of the Conservatory, to read the project posters. One of the many students you may find at work is Adele Bunbury-Blanchette. Adele has just started her MSc at Acadia working with Dr. Allison Walker on Acadia’s Fungal Dream Team. We look forward to seeing you in the greenhouse soon. We ask that you don’t go into individual phytotrons or disturb the experiments. The researchers are used to talking to plants all day so if you run into them don’t be alarmed if they speak Latin! For more information on research at the Centre visit our website at kcirvingcentre.acadiau.ca Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens Acadia University botanicalgardens.acadiau.ca

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ANNAPOLIS VALLEY HONOUR CHOIR GALA TO FEATURE LOCAL DANCE BAND BLUESMOBILE! Submitted

Ask anyone who danced the night away this past New Year’s Eve and they’ll tell you just how awesome it is to party with Bluesmobile. This 15-piece dance band features six horn players, a five-piece rhythm section, and four vocalists - all familiar faces from the Annapolis Valley (see bluesmobile.ca). Together they deliver cover tunes from our favourite blues, funk, R&B, and soul artists, such as Stevie Wonder; Aretha Franklin; James Brown; Earth, Wind, and Fire; and Santana, just to name a few. Since forming in 2012, Bluesmobile has played benefit concerts for many worthy organizations and causes. Their next big concert will support the Annapolis Valley Honour Choir (AVHC) at their annual Gala, an event that funds the choir’s ongoing activities including providing bursaries to those in need of support.

“It’s so great when such talented folks come together to support our young people as they begin their musical journey,” says Heather Fraser, AVHC’s artistic director and conductor. “Sharing the gift of music is what we are all about.” Heather Fraser is also a local talent, who learned to sing with the AVHC. Despite being one of Canada’s most talented and busy choral conductors with big responsibilities as Program Director of the Nova Scotia Choral Federation, Heather finds time to make the trip from her home in Halifax to Wolfville twice a week to rehearse with both senior and junior choirs. She’s also managed to secure grants to take the AVHC across Canada and abroad providing our young musicians with opportunities to experience cultural exchanges to places as far flung as Europe and the Caribbean.

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So dust off your dancing shoes and save your energy for a night to be remembered. The Gala is all about music and dancing with a few great door prizes and snacks to round out the evening. The AVHC Gala featuring Bluesmobile will take place at the Louis Millet Centre on Saturday, April 2. Doors open at 7:30pm with the band set to start at 8pm. Tickets are $30 (plus Ticketpro fees) in advance, or $35 at the door. Only 300 tickets will be sold and are available online (www.ticketpro.ca) or at any Ticketpro outlet (call 1-888-311-9090). For more information and a link to online tickets, visit the AVHC Facebook page or website at avhc.ca.

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