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JUNE 9TH, 2015 FREE, THANKS TO OUR ADVERTISERS
Motivation: How to Change a Habit on Page 27 in Live Well with Margaret Totten
CLASS OF 2015: Heres to New Beginnings on Page 8
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P.5 ASK THE CHEF
P.7 FAMILY MATTERS
P.13 LISTEn In
P.19 POInT OF VIEW
P.21 DIRECTOR’S nOTE
P.23 AROUnD & ABOUT
P.27 LIVE WELL
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UNDERGROUND
There has been some discussion recently about the “underground” economy in the Province with an estimate that around $100 million is lost as revenue to the government due to unclaimed income and other tax avoidance. Of course, the government would love to get their hands on a good size chunk of this untapped money, but first it might be nice for them to understand why an underground economy exists before they try and manage it. First, let me say that a small percentage of businesses of all sizes are just plain crooks and will cheat and otherwise do just about anything to put a few extra dollars in their pockets. Further, let me define two sizes of small business, small and tiny or little. A small business might have several employees or the owner has expectations of making a profit of let’s say more than $50,000. And then there are little businesses... ... supposing that I am a reasonably honest type person who would like to do what is right. So I plan on buying a used pickup and offer a yard cleaning service and general handyman stuff. I would hire one or two people part time if and when I had a larger job, and if I made $5,000 or $10,000 during the summer months to supplement my winter job at the port, I’d be happy. Great!! And then along comes the government. Do you charge HST or not. At this point it is optional but if your business is more successful than anticipated, it will become mandatory. Do you
spend maybe hundreds of dollars for accounting software and what about banking (use my current account or open a new one), incorporate or proprietorship (how do I know??) and there is more!! In order to use the truck as a business expense I need to calculate depreciation (what’s that), percentage of business and personal use and a record of every penny spent on gas, repairs and maintenance. And that is only a small fraction of what you could be in for!! You will become an unpaid tax collector if you charge HST, employ someone and need to withhold income tax, EI and CPP, and maybe pay for worker’s compensation, and maybe make installments on your personal income tax owing. In exchange, no one will thank you for being a good citizen. Most communications will involve how many thousands of dollars in fines or how many years you will spend in jail if you screw up!! Are you beginning to see why some businesses may start to cheat. I will likely have a part two, stay tuned. 0001
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KV WOODWORKERS CLUB UPDATE
Rhonda Finlay B.A., M.S.c.Audiologist
281 Hampton Rd., Quispamsiskvhearingcentre.com
847-3030
GIVE YOUR DADTHE GIFT OF HEARING!
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or just regular conversation?
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HAPPYFATHER’S DAY
HAPPYFATHER’S DAY
The KV Woodworkers Club is a non-profit organization operating from Rothesay High School. Happenings: The Club is having an open house on Saturday, June 20 from 11:00am until 2:00pm. All are welcome. We will have technique demonstrations and members will display some of their projects. We welcome everyone interested in all things wood, to spend a couple of hours with us, tour the shop and chat with others of like interests. Come and bring a friend. Membership fees will be reduced for first time members, until September 30. This will give new members an opportunity to try out our club before the new year begins October 1. Tip from Chips: Ripping Wanky Boards. Some boards are difficult to rip, due to warping or hidden stresses in the wood. Sometimes when the wanky board is ripped on the table saw, stresses are released and the board jams between the saw blade guard and
the fence causing the wood to burn where it is pressed against the blade, or cause a kickback. To avoid this, use a temporary fence about half the length of the regular fence. Clamp the temporary fence (straight board) to the regular fence, ending at the centre of the blade. This creates space between the regular fence and the board being ripped. The wanky board now has room beyond the blade to move without jamming between the fence and saw guard. About our Club: Members have access to the shop seven days a week. New members are welcome.For more information, call Jim at 849-3794, Brian at 847-3241 or see president Peter at the shop (1st door on the right from the East side entrance to the school, across from Rothesay arena). Mark your Calendar: Saturday, June 20, 11:00am until 2:00pm. Everyone is invited to our Open House. Chips. 3528
AWARDS PRESENTED TO VETS
L-r: Herbert WaLter NoLaN & CHarLes WiLLis rae (saiNt JoHN),tHe HoNourabLe ViNCeNt HommeriL; GordoN artHurbiCkertoN (sussex) aNd artHur Lee-WHite (rotHesay)
medaL preseNted to Vets
On Wednesday, May 27 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 (Lancaster), we had the distinct honour of having the Honourable Vincent Hommeril, Consulate General for Atlantic Canada present The Rank of Chevalier (Knight) to four WWII Veteran's. This honour is the equivalent to the Order of Canada and was presented for the actions that were taken during the liberation of France. 3532
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FREE popcorn available for moviegoers!Family Movies in the Park Fridays, At Dusk
Music in the Park Wednesdays, 7-8pm
FOR MORE INFORMATION: WWW.QUISPAMSIS.CA OR 849-5788
DateJune 19June 26July 3
July 10
July 17July 24July 31Aug. 7Aug. 14Aug. 21Aug. 28Sept. 4
MovieHome
PaddingtonPenguins of Madagascar
Alexander & the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
The BoxtrollsAnnie
Strange MagicThe Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
Night at the Museum: Secret of the TombBig Hero 6
Into the WoodsCinderella
PartnerCanadian Tire
CUPE Local 3226 QuispamsisKennebecasis Regional Police Force
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Pettingill DentalKV Crime Stoppers
Bay ElectricAPEGNB - Saint John Branch
Queen Construction Ltd.Belmont Health & Wealth
Shoppers Drug MartGreat Canadian Dollar Store
DateJuly 8
July 15July 22July 29Aug. 5Aug. 12Aug. 19Aug. 26Sept. 2
PerformerStephanie Mainville
Shaun LeblancMike BiggarPenaltyBox
The Mike Bochoff BandBalysto Steel Band
Eddie Chase & Graffi ti FourBill Wood and the Woodies
Rain Locations: Movies in the Park: Quispamsis Town Hall Council ChambersMusic in the Park: Kings Valley ChurchThe Arts & Culture Park is a Freespot:Drop by with your laptop and enjoy a free wireless connection in a beautiful setting.Parking:Event parking available at: The Town Hall and lower parking lot behind the library by the Skateboard Park - We encourage residents to walk or bike to the Park.
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ASK THE CHEF
Colin SiftonOwner/Chef, Holly’s Restaurant
FIDDLEHEADS ON THE RIVERBANKS
& DINNER PLATE
Colin Sifton here with another answer to your question. It is that time again when fiddleheads finally start appearing. It looks like it is going to be a good season so lets try something new this spring. Fiddleheads are an edible fern that grow along river beds and are found all along the Saint John River Valley. These ferns are picked before they open. Once they open, they are no longer edible and this is why the season is so short. Fiddleheads are a great antioxidant and are high in fatty acids, omega 3, omega 6 and are high in iron. Fiddleheads get their name from the shape resembling to head of string instruments. Every year I try and find new ways to eat these New Brunswick treasures. This year as usual I will be making our fiddlehead chowder here at Holly’s, but we were
thinking of some new ways. Fiddlehead salad: Mixing blanched fiddleheads in with red onion, tomato, peppers, some kind of grain like quinoa and feta cheese. Toss this all together and let sit in the fridge for an hour before serving. Try and keep the fiddleheads wrapped up because they get a little hard to eat when they unravel. Another way would be to add fiddleheads to a quiche or an omelet. With its very mild flavour it won’t overpower your dish. You can add most anything to either of these dishes. For example any cheese, onions, tomato, salsa, ham and the list goes on. Try it for something new. The last way I will suggest trying fiddleheads this season is in our fiddlehead chowder. We start by sweating off diced onions, carrots and celery in a pot. We add clear chicken stock but you can use vegetable stock as well. Add diced potatoes and bring to a simmer for one hour. This allows the flavours to come together. Add your
fiddleheads at the end. The reason for this is that fiddleheads will cloud your stock and make it dark and not as appealing in sight. If you do add it early you will have a stronger fiddlehead flavour and maybe that is what you are looking for. Season to taste and there you have fiddlehead chowder. I hope this gives you a few ideas of different ways to use fiddleheads this year. If you have any family favourites that you do with fiddleheads I would love to hear about them. Stop by Holly’s as I am always around. As you know, the fiddlehead season is very short and it will be another 11 m o n t h s before we get them back. 0040
at 8:30am. On Saturday, July 11 meet Ngaire Nelson at the end of Ocean Westway Road at 8:45am for a Botany Walk on the Spruce Lake Trail. On Saturday, July 25 Mike Bamford will lead a Dragonflies & Butterflies outing. Meet at the Brundage Point River Centre in Grand Bay-Westfield at 8:30am. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. To confirm the details about the timing and location of the field trips and for more information on the upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visit:
ATTENTION NATURE LOVERS!
If you have an interest in wild birds, mammals, fish, amphibians, wildflowers, geology, or any other aspect of our natural world, why not consider attending a meeting of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club (SJNC) or taking part in our diverse selection of workshops and field trips? On Saturday, June 13 join club members for a morning of Birding & Botany in Rockwood Park. Meet at the Interpretation Centre parking lot
RENFORTH SHORES COMMUNITY LIFE DAYS
On Saturday, July 11 the Shore Road (James Renforth Drive) in old Renforth will be alive with activity. This short strip of land is home to a host of facilities and organizations, some more well known than others. This winter all the groups and individuals have been meeting together to plan an open house event to showcase all that is available along the Renforth Shore. The groups or facilities involved are: Villa Madonna Retreat Centre; Town of Rothesay (Walking Trails, Fitzgerald Baseball field, Bill McGuire Memorial Centre, Tennis Courts, Playground, Park, Wharf and Boat launch, Beach and Lifeguards); Kennebecasis Rowing Club; Kennebecasis Kayaking/Canoeing Club; Renforth Boat Club; Renforth Ice fishing Association; Lions Club; Renforth Fencing Club; St. James the Less Church; Moss Studio. If you have ever wondered what is available in this area this will be your chance to find out! At each of these locations we will be putting on some kind of display or activity to highlight the purpose and availability of the facility or club. The children at K-Park Elementary School are working on an art display right now: “What to do in Renforth” and a special key map is being designed to be given to all visitors. David Goss will be in to do a “Walk and Talk”, musicians will be coming to share their songs. There will even be a bouncy castle, balloon animal making, face painting and pony rides! The Red Cross and the Canadian Power Squadron will be present with information about boating safety and best practice operation. Several boat owners will take people for tours of the area by water. This will be a day for the whole family to experience all this area has to offer. Our time will conclude with a main Stage event that includes a couple of Renforth personalities, prizes and entertainment. We hope you will block some time off this day and join us. The event will run from 10:00am to about 3:00pm. More information call Eric at 643-0799 or by email: [email protected]; renforthshorecommunitylife.ca. 3519
saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org or follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”. 2567
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JUGGLING THE MULTIPLE HATS OF
PARENTHOOD
Being a parent today means juggling many hats. Sometimes the different roles come together smoothly; sometimes bringing it all together coherently takes more of an effort. When our roles pull our attention in different directions it can be difficult to focus ourselves on what is really important. Here are some guiding principles to consider when juggling becomes too much. Take Stock of All Your Hats. It really is quite remarkable how many different hats parents wear during the course of a day. Often we also wear different sets of hats for different children. We perform our roles not only because we have to do them but because they define us as parents and we see them as important activities for raising our children. However, when we decide
to wear a hat we must accept that role and everything that comes with it. For example, signing up to be a soccer coach will take time and energy! To manage our roles, we may need to think deeply about each of them and identify their importance to us and our family. Are Your Roles A Problem? As parents we can ask ourselves several questions to determine whether any of our roles interfere with family functioning and balanced parenting. Questions to ask include: Are you feeling stretched like a rubber band? Do your roles leave you exhausted? Stressed? Are you trying to fit too much into a day? Do you find yourself reluctantly putting in time by sitting on committees/activities? Is time for self/family compromised? Do you feel a loss of confidence or efficacy performing your roles? If the answers are yes there may be a need to re-evaluate what and how many hats are being juggled and when. Find Strategies For Managing. When we juggle multiple roles, conflict
is inevitable but we can prepare ourselves by having strategies in place. Use energy conservation and role simplification whenever possible. Prioritize, plan, ask for help, and avoid roles that compete with your attention and concentration consistently. Integrate or separate roles if needed to save time and energy. Most importantly, it is ok to say no! When juggling all your many hats, it might be helpful to acknowledge that it isn’t going to be easy all the time. Keeping your expectations in check can be useful in limiting parental pressure. Enjoy the parenting journey this week and all its many hats. 0006
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Congratulations to the graduates of 2015 are in order. If you aren’t feeling an overwhelming joy, akin to climbing the summit of a mountain, you should. Whether you were a straight A student, or just got by, you made it to graduation. You’ve closed a thirteen year chapter of your life, and you may be looking hard to see what’s coming next, or you know exactly where you’re going and can’t wait to get there.
Th ere’s an untold number of paths stretched out in front of you that go in all directions. Each one is obscured by the horizon and you’re standing in a yellow wood trying to get a peek at what’s over the horizon. It doesn’t matter whether you’re heading to university in the fall, you already have a job lined-up, or are going to college, there are a few things it won’t hurt you to know as you blaze your trail through our modern jungle.
If I could borrow a few minutes of your
time, I’d like to give you some
advice from what I’ve learned in the decade since my
graduation year.
First, if you’re moving away to a city, having a car can be a real fi nancial burden that you may not even need. In my experience public transportation is great and for a younger person on a limited budget the savings can be substantial. Try to fi nd an apartment near a main bus route (or multiple routes), and you’ll be able to get around the city fairly quickly. Buy the pass, and keep your change for the gumball machines.
Buy used books whenever possible. Th e prices are usually a quarter to half the price of the same book new. Since the books you’re buying are so cheap, it’s easy to take a gamble on a new author, or genre, or pick a book based only on the cover art, or spine. Keep the books you cherish, they don’t always come back. Pop into a thrift shop for the best deals.
Learn to cook. Learning to cook, has never been easier than it is now. Honestly. You can watch the video on
Heres To New Beginnings
Rob Moore, MPFundy Royal
832-4200www.robmooremp.com
Congratulations Graduates of 2015
Rodney WestonMP/député - Saint John Email: [email protected] King St, Saint John, NB 657-2500
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how to make something, and there are countless websites dedicated to simple recipes, and cooking tutorials. Buy a hardcover notebook or binder to keep your favourite recipes in; ten years from now you’ll have a personalized cookbook. Th en, share your cookbook with your friends and host potlucks.
Th e older I get the less sure I am that I know where life is going to take me, and that’s not a bad thing. Th e future is one hundred percent pure possibility. If it doesn’t break the laws of physic, it could potentially happen in the future, and that’s wonderful. So, with that piece of information, how certain are you that you know exactly how your life is going to play out. Don’t navigate your life by watching the path at your feet, you’ll miss it. Find your north star and start making tracks.
Th e Big Picture is painted with little brush
strokes. Every day there are hundreds of opportunities to enjoy the little things. Whether it’s stopping to watch puff y white clouds fl oat on the big blue sky or enjoying the morning’s fi rst cup of coff ee. Too oft en we spend most of our time ‘looking forward’ to some event in the future, and we enjoy it before it happens. Look around, not forward.
Maintain a good work/play balance. We talk about fi nding time like we’ve lost it. We haven’t lost anything, we’ve just fi lled it up. What we’re looking for is empty time to fi ll, and we come up short. Your job takes a bit, appointments take a bit more, grocery shopping steals an hour, and chores take a few more. I’ve priced it out, it’s cheaper to do laundry than it is to buy new clothes. Sometimes you’re just going to have to leave the dirty dishes on the counter and go for a hike, or a swim.Th e dishes will wait, life won’t.
~ Caleb Burns
Heres To New Beginnings
This is an amazing time in their lives and yours. Here’s to future successes.
Anglophone South School DistrictCongratulates the
Graduates of 2015.
We celebrate you and wish you all the best in the future.
Congratulations Class of 2015. Remember to celebrate safely and responsibly. Don’t drink and drive.
Good LuckClass of2015
Congratulationsto our graduating staff and all
of the graduates of 2015!
2015
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QMS STUDENT VOTE FOR VIDEO
Josh de Jong, 14, a grade eight student at Quispamsis Middle School, was awarded The Young Citizen Award, at the district Heritage Fair held in May. His project, entitled CANADARM, is about CAnada's contributions to space. His next step, after winning this award, was to transform his poster into a four-minute video. With your help in voting on the video, Josh could attend the Canada History, a youth Forum being held in Ottawa in the fall. Online voting (canadashistory.ca/Kids/YoungCitizens/Profiles/2015/Josh_D) begins June 15 to July 11. Please help Josh achieve his goal by supporting him with a vote. 3533
FAIR VALE OUTING ASSOCIATION NEWS
8 River Road, Rothesay, 847-4066, follow us on Facebook Sundays - 7:00pm, regular monthly meetings the first Sunday each month. June meeting will be the last for the
season - no regular meetings in July or August. Tuesdays - Starlite Promenaders square dancing with Jim & Pat MacLean. For more info 763-2634. At end of May Square Dancing is done for the summer. Wednesdays - Crib, doors open at 6:30 and games begin at 7:30; for more info please contact Sam Gauvin at 847-8261; TOPS group, contact Brenda Lingley 653-7585 for more info. Thursdays - Bingo - doors open 6:00pm, games begin at 6:50. Two Cookie Jars, several building jackpots. For more info contact Chris London 650-1883. For information regarding rentals please call 847-8332. 0035
KINGS WAY CARE CENTRE & KENNEBEC
MANOR NEWS
We are very proud to announce that Kings Way Care Centre and Kennebec Manor were the recipients of the Life Enrichment Award presented at the Annual General Meeting for the New Brunswick Association of Nursing Homes. This award is presented to a long term care facility in our province
that demonstrates initiatives which enhance the Quality of Life of those living in our homes and community. This award was presented to Kings Way Care Centre and Kennebec Manor for the development of our Intergenerational Summer Camp. This camp has enriched the lives of our residents and campers fostering fun, education and long term friendships! 0027
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The Dr. V. A. Snow Centre’s 5th Annual Fundraising Music Concert, Silent Auction, 50/50 Draw, and Canteen, held Saturday, May 9 at the Hampton High Community Theatre was a tremendous success! I would like to extend a huge “Thank You” to Hampton and the surrounding communities for your support in helping the Dr. V. A. Snow Centre reach their goal. “Little Things Make a Big Difference”. We are looking forward to our 6th Annual Fundraising Music Concert next spring 2016. Have a Beautiful summer! Gloria Baird, Therapeutic Recreationist. 3513
RCL POSTER CONTEST WINNER
Anna Salamone, won second place with the Royal Canadian Legion National Remembrance Day Junior Colour Poster contest on May 8 in Ottawa; and first place for the Provincial contest. Anna
attends grade 6 at Harry Miller Middle School in Rothesay, and her poster was submitted to Royal Canadian Legion KV Branch 58 last November and then was forwarded to provincial command
briaN roberts of rCL kVbraNCH #58 aNd aNNasaLamoNe
aNNa’s WiNNiNG poster
and they forwarded to Dominion command in Ottawa. In the picture with Anna Salamone is Brian Roberts, Provincial command Vice President and a member of RCL KV Br 58. The Senior winning entries in both the Literary and Poster Contests will also be displayed at the Canadian War Museum between July 1, 2015 and May 1, 2016. The second place winners and any participants receiving an Honorable Mention will be displayed in the foyer of the House of Commons during the annual Remembrance Day period. 3518
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June 22 - August 28design works!
2015 SUMMER CAMPS
Enriching your life... Achieving your goals
For camp details or to register:
go.unb.ca/celsjsummeror call 506 648-5962 or 1 866 599-4646email [email protected]
For Kids Ages 5-10Awesome Masterpieces or ShutterbugsJune 22-26 • July 6-10 • July 20-24 • Aug 4 -7* • Aug 17-21
For Tweens & Teens Ages 10-14 Creative Collage Jr. or Junior PhotographersJune 29 -July 3* • July 13-17 • July 27-31 • Aug 10-14 • Aug 24-28*Four day camps
LIBRARY NEWS
KENNEBECASIS PUBLIC LIBRARY1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, 849-5314 Weekly Children’s Programs:Family Drop-In Table: Check out our family drop-in centre with weekly themes and crafts for parents and/or caregivers and children to enjoy together. Special Events-Children’s Programs:Children’s Matinee Movie: Saturday, June 23 at 2:00pm and the movie will be: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day; Our second Family Movie Presentation will be on Friday, June 26 at 2:00pm - Movie Big Hero 6. Puppet Show: Friday, June 19 at 10:30am and 3:30pm. Regular Adult Programs:Knit Wits: Every Thursday from 7:00-8:00pm. Scrabble Club: Every Monday at 2:00pm.Adult Movie Program: Every other Monday at 2:00pm. June 15 & 29. Check our Facebook page for details.KV Writers Circle: Meets once a month from 7:00-8:30pm. Next meeting: Thursday, June 11. Library Special Events:Art Exhibits: Art from students at Quispamsis Middle School, paintings by Irène LeBlanc and a display of wood carvings from the KV Woodcarvers.Summer Reading Club Registration: Children of all ages are invited to register for Summer Reading Club, which offers daily programs July-August. Come enjoy stories. Games, crafts, and more at the Library this summer! Registration starts June 19th and will continue throughout the summer. 0018
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Picture if you will, a drive down a winding road early on beautiful summer evening for about 7 km from the four corners on the picturesque Kingston Peninsula. You with me? You and your honey are on a “Date Night” heading to Tony Rickett’s Dunhams Run Estate Winery at 35 Gorhams Bluff Road for an unforgettable evening of live entertainment, local real yummy food and WINE! Now this is a unique and perfect way to spend an evening! Last year was the first time they did such an evening and it was a huge hit thanks to the ideal open air surroundings, food, wine and the finest live comedy courtesy of Rothesay resident via London, England’s acclaimed funny man James Mullinger with a slew of NB’s hottest comedians in tow. “Those shows last summer will always have a special place in my heart. They
were the first bookings I ever got having just moved here. Before that I thought there would never be any work for me here in Saint John. I would have to travel to work.” James Mullinger tells me. James is making a return to the “Date Night” summer series with four new shows at the vineyard! “It was thanks to Tony (Rickett) for reading up on me and phoning up and asking me if I wanted to do these shows. It was my first realization that anything could work. If the London me was asked about doing a gig outside at a vineyard, I would have thought it wouldn’t work, but it worked so beautifully.” James continues in why these events are so special. “So coming back was easy to do because it was such a special time for me. People that come to these vineyard shows want a polished show, so it will be new material and material I honed at other shows. Anyone who came last year will get new material with a couple of the old favorites as
well.” James hints of what will come. There is so much more than brilliant comedy this year, with many award winning and national music touring artists and even a mind entertainer! Don’t delay as you will want to schedule now and get the tickets to the shows you want to see. All of them are top notch and will make for a perfect fun and romantic “Date Night” or just a wonderfully entertaining night out with some good friends. For ticket information and the full line-up go to: dunhamsrun.ca/events. The first show is June 19 with the amazing award winning singer/songwriter Ginger St. James. 0041
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Happy BirthdayJim BeyeaHappy BirthdayJim Beyea
Family and friends are invited to help celebrate his 80th Birthday
on Saturday, June 13th from 2 - 6pmat Hammond River Angling Assoc.
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MY HOME TOWN
Oh! How I remember my old home townWith all it’s clean streetsAnd all the times I had wandered downTh e road that winds to the beach.
For in the houses of my home townTh at’s where the sparrows built their nestAnd all the people of my home townWere the people I loved the best.
And I remember the fl ood.All those hearts that were torn;Of all the people who had to leaveTh e town where they were born.
Byron WilliamsonRothesay, NB
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THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE RESCUED
NB SUMMER READING CLUB
Staff at New Brunswick public libraries will be launching the Summer Reading Club in their communities throughout the month of June. “These clubs are a fun way for children to enjoy reading over the summer break,” said Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour Minister Francine Landry. “This initiative encourages children to read and reinforces lessons from the school year. New Brunswick families benefit from partaking in Summer Reading Club activities, which build fundamental literacy skills and lead to lifelong learning.” Children of all ages are invited to join the free library program during June, July and August. This year’s theme is Fur, Feathers and Scales (Animals), and the slogan is Reading Tails. Summer Reading Club participants are invited to learn about the unique characteristics of different animals, some that they may encounter in their daily lives and others through books and other media. The experience will give children the opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation of nature and of animal habitats.Last year, there were 11,647 registrants and 291,885 books read. Registration for the Summer Reading Club is now open at all public libraries and online at: gnb.ca/0003/src=cle/2015/home.asp. Children will also find games, videos and a secret mission challenge on the site, as well as suggested reading lists, including books that are available for children with print disabilities. More information about the Summer Reading Club launch in the various communities is available at local public
libraries. Contact information can be found on the New Brunswick Public Library Service website at: gnb.ca/0003/Index2-e.asp. 3537
PICKEREL TOURNAMENT ON
BELLEISLE BAY
The 2nd Annual Pickerel Tournament on Belleisle Bay, being held on Saturday, June 20 from 8:00am to 1:00pm at the Hatfield Point Wharf, will give you a chance to hook and release pickerel which can be over a half metre long and weigh up to 2 kilograms. You can have a fine morning with your family and win a nice cash prize with bragging rights. Belleisle Watershed Coalition sponsored the first pickerel derby last June. Bill Burns, a long time Hatfield Pointer spearheaded the day where over 30 entries made the rainy day fun. This year, the entry fees are $20 for adults, $10 for ages 11-18 and children 10 and under fish for free. Cash prizes for the biggest fish in three categories (must be registered by 8:00am on June 20 to be eligible for prizes). Sign up through message on Facebook at Belleisle Watershed Coalition and pay at the Wharf before 8:00am on day of the tournament. You may also sign-up in person in advance at the Hotel (2127 Rte 124 at the Wharf) on Thursday, June 18 or Friday, June 19 from 9:00am-8pm or from 7:00-8:00am Saturday, June 20. Fish any way you want – from a power boat, from a kayak, off the shore, off the Wharf – anywhere on Belleisle Bay. Weigh in and measuring begins at 1:00pm at Hatfield Point Wharf. JD Irving has given BWC permission to have cars, trucks or trailers parked in the JDI lot behind the graveyard.
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CHAMP WARNS OF “MEAN MACHINES”
Kingston Champ warns kids about “Mean Machines” – the War Amps float passed on the vital Playsafe/Drivesafe message at the recent Apple Blossom Festival Parade in Kentville, Nova Scotia. This year’s theme, “Mean Machines,” was depicted on the colourful, animated float, which had special focus on lawn mowers, and warned kids about the dangers around them. Matthew Nutter, 17, of Kingston joined the float as a Safety Ambassador. Member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, Matthew is well qualified to pass on the PLAYSAFE message as he
has met children who have lost limbs in accidents that could have been prevented. He now works at spreading the message of “playing safely” to as many children as possible. 2015 marks the 40th Anniversary of CHAMP! Generations of child amputees have benefited from The War Amps financial assistance for artificial limbs, regional seminars and peer support. From the time they are
KAYAK ANGLERS
Are you in or around the Saint John area and interested in fishing from canoe or kayak? If so, this is a group that wants to hear from you! We are a group of anglers that initially met on the New Brunswick Fishing Forum. We felt that we should start a little group to meet once in a while, help each other with tips and advice, and share each other's company as we hunt for that trophy catch. This group is purely social and is open for anyone to join. We would want to welcome anyone that wants to try fishing from kayak or canoe. If you don't currently have your own boat, don't let that stop you from reaching out to this group. We may be able to help you find a boat to borrow so that you can join us in a group fishing trip, or help you decide which boat may be best for you to invest in. For more information visit: sites.google/site/gsjyakanglers or facebook.com/GSJKA. G130
Bill Burns’ good idea is to have fun out there on the beautiful Bay and make some money for the Watershed. This could become an annual thing and the money raised can help keep things in good shape around the Bay. For more information, contact email: [email protected] or call 485 0889. 3534
infants through to adulthood, children grow up knowing the CHAMP Program will be there every step of the way. 3536
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Roy Stanley1932-2009
In loving memory of a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother & friend who died June 6, 2009.
Loved forever,Shirley & Family
French Immersion kids are welcome !!!INFO: Contact France Dargavel at 847-6283
FRIDAY, JUNE 12Giant Indoor Yard Sale (2 days) at St. David’s United Church (7 Gondola Point Road, Rothesay) 6:00-8:00pm on Friday and 8:00am-12:00noon on Saturday.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13Craft, Bake, Book & Bauble Sale 9:00am-1:00pm at 840 Loch Lomond Road, East hosted by the Silver Falls United Church UCW. Crafts, baking, etc; new this year - the Simply Silver Cafe, with lunch items and take-out available.S.A.K.’S Got Talent - an evening of music & fun, sponsored by St. Andrew’s Kirk United, at the Nauwigewauk Hall, 7:00pm. Tickets $10 at the door. Flea Market/Yard Sale (also bake table) at the Summerville United church (1891 Rte 845, Summerville) 9:00am-12:00noon. Donations of gently used items appreciated. Info - Kelly Newstead 763-3009. Fundraiser
for Bayswater-Summerville congregation of Two Rivers Pastoral Charge.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14NB Adoption Support Network Picnic & Summer Social 1:00-3:00pm at 1st Arch Picnic area at Rockwood Park (near dog park). Bring picnic lunch (BBQs available), meet your local Adoption Community. Please RSVP, Catherine Derry 642-3210 or [email protected].
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17"Car Boot" Plant Sale, sponsored by Fundy Gardeners 6:00pm at the overflow parking lot at the QPlex in Quispamsis, across from the pool - plants and garden stuff to sell from members cars, so drive in and enjoy.
FRIDAY, JUNE 19 Free Outdoor Movie at the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park, viewing “Home”. Rain location Quispamsis Town
Hall council Chambers. More info: quispamsis.ca/arts_culture.htm.
SATURDAY, JUNE 20Beaches Open - Meenan’s cove and Gondola Point. More info: quispamsis.ca.
FRIDAY, JUNE 26Kitchen Party with Sylvia Campbell, Fraser Smith, Geraldine Charters & Long Reach Kitchen Party Gang 7:00pm at the Kingston Peninsula RCL #62. Proceeds to the Baywater-Summerville congregation of Two Rivers Pastoral Charge.
SATURDAY, JULY 4Simonds High School Class of 1980 35th Reunion at the Function Junction. For more information please join our facebook page Simonds High School Class of 1980, or email [email protected] for more information.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
St. Andrew’s Kirk United Church196 Hammond River Rd., Quispamsis NB
We worship every Sunday morning at 9:30am.Sunday School for all ages.
St. Mark’s Catholic Church
Masses: Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am &11:15am
A warm welcome awaits all who come.www.stmarksparish.ca [email protected]
Pastor: Father Don Breen171 Pettingill Rd., Quispamsis P: 849-5111 F: 849-5120
Facebook.com/stmarkscc@stmarkscc
To get on the Church ChartCall 832-5613 today!
PRAISE & WORSHIP
SUNDAY, JULY 5Annual Camp Gagetown Picnic in New Jerusalem. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic lunch. Everyone welcome. For more info call 832-4520.
JULY 4-10Six-Day Guided Retreat “Growing Into the Cosmic Christ” at the Villa Madonna Retreat House, with Fr. Michael Crosby OFM. $100 deposit to confirm registration. Remaining $450 due on arrival. For more info call the Villa at 849-5125 (866-783-3300) or visit: villamadonna.ca (choose Program to view flyer).
TUESDAY, JULY 7Strawberry Festival (salad, shortcake, etc), sponsored by the Millstream United Church Charge, 2:30-6:00pm at the Millstream Rec Centre in Berwick.
$12/adults, $5/children, $30/family, pre-schoolers eat for free. Take-out available.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22Simonds Regional High School class of 1960 yearly Reunion Dinner & Casino at the Masonic Lodge on Germain Street. Any other year classmates interested in attending may contact Joyce MacKinnon for more information by email at: [email protected].
SATURDAY, JULY 25Mud Run for Heart 2015 will push you to overcome obstacles in this rugged 5-kilometer run, in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of NB. Register at: mudrunforheart.com.KVHS 30th Reunion - looking for graduates of 1985. Call Tanya 832-7810 or Teresa 849-9719.
KV CAMERA CLUB
All are welcome to the Kennebecasis Valley Camera Club - we meet the first Tuesday of the month at the qplex, 20 Randy Jones Way starting at 6:45pm. Meeting agenda includes guest speakers, workshops, audio visual presentations and competitions. Bring your enthusiasm and watch your photography skills grow. For more information call Karl Maskos 847-4411 or visit kvcameraclub.com. G014
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION IN KV
Are you in a wheelchair and need a drive to church, to the grocery store, to the city, etc. There is now a licensed accessible taxi (two) service in our area which is partially subsidized by the towns of Rothesay & Quispamsis. Call for a reservation: 631-0968 (A2B) & 638-9223 (Ecotrans). For more information on: kvcommittee.webs.com or call 849-2974. G016
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PIC OF THE MONTHSponsored by: Ossekeag Publishing
MAY “PIC OF THE MONTH”
Congratulations to Amanda Petersen, who submitted this photo of Mother’s Day flowers, after a rain, to our “Pic of the Month” contest for the month of May. Amanda has won a Movie Pass (for two, including drinks & popcorn), compliments of Ossekeag Publishing.
Please note: Vouchers must be picked up within 30 days. The theme for June is “The Birds & the Bees”. No people or pets please, and digital copies only. Deadline for photos is the 25th of each month. Happy shooting!! 0037
CANADA DAY ON THE BELLEISLE
July 1 will soon be here and the Canada Day on the Belleisle committee has been working to get a full day of activities ready to go. The day will begin with the annual breakfast, parade and the opening ceremonies from the wharf. Activities for the whole family will be held throughout the day and include: children’s games; “Frozen” princesses will be on hand; afternoon tea at the hotel; scavenger hunt; quilt show; bicycle, lawnmower & chicken races; cake auction and musical entertainment
from the wharf all day. There will be lots of food available all day including hot dogs, hamburgers, strawberry shortcake, BBQ ribs and cornbread. For those interested in local history and folklore - the Cemetery Walk will take place early in the evening and the grand finale of the day is always the fireworks display at dusk. Anyone requiring info regarding participation in the parade or vendor info can leave a message at 485-2514. 3523
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DRESS CODE DECORUM
What is appropriate? That's the age old question that surfaces in schools and workplaces each and every spring as temperatures rise and people shed those extra layers of clothing. Dress codes are those written and unwritten rules regarding clothing that can be traced back to the middle ages when they were used to identify people from different classes. Since then, dress codes have evolved to signify everything from our social status, occupation and gender to our ethnic, political and religious affiliations. Let's face it, what we wear is governed by the almighty dress code and is a guaranteed topic of discussion in the news, social media and many a lunchroom. Fair or not, we are judged by how we dress. And, right or wrong, what we wear leaves a lasting impression on those around us. The warmer weather invariably
spells trouble on the dress code front, especially if you're a high school student. I'm not sure if it's changing fashion trends, or if administrators are just more diligent about enforcing the rules, but it seems to be a daily topic of discussion this time of year. As the mother of a 15 year old daughter entering tenth grade, I see and hear stories almost daily about students who are made to change out of their “inappropriate” outfit while others can wear the same thing and nothing is said. I believe dress codes are important. But, I also believe it's equally important to be fair and consistent with the rules. I've yet to see or receive a copy of our school's dress code, yet I'm the one shelling out hundreds of dollars to purchase my child's clothing. The first week of school is a little late to be sharing the new, revised or otherwise non existent dress code with students. It's important for parents to be diligent and for students to use common sense – crop tops, mini skirts, plunging
necklines and short shorts just aren't appropriate. I also know that these are current fashion trends and it is downright difficult to even find an age appropriate dress that falls to the knee or a button shirt with sleeves. There is something to be said for school uniforms (I know my daughter is rolling her eyes in disgust at the suggestion). I wore one for three years and this I know for sure you never have to think about what you're going to wear. You'll never have to worry about breaking the “code” and you won't stand out from your classmates for anything other than your p e r s o n a l i t y. 0032
NeighbourhoodBlock Party
Squire Drive & Kings Way Assembly host a
NeighbourhoodBlock PartyAll proceeds go to Squire Drive Neighbourhood Playground Group
to help them purchase a playground for our neighbourhood
WEDNESDAY JUNE 17 5PM-8PM
Call 847-0602 for More Information
WHERE: Kings Way Assembly7 Kings Way Dr., Quispamsis
ADMISSION: Donation(Full BBQ Supper)
Main Event: 7pm - Dessert AuctionDon’t miss your chance to bring
home a delectable dessert!
Entertainment: Face Painting, Carnival Games, KV Fire Department, Laser Tag and Bouncy Castle Fun!
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and full marathons throughout the year. So your goal may be to get some extra physical activity, or perhaps it is to get yourself ready to participate in this year’s Hampton 5 Miler (the first Sunday morning after Labour Day weekend). Whatever your motivation, we welcome one and all to come and share experiences, bring your knowledge, take some knowledge away, be stimulated by the group and enjoy our camaraderie. You can always count on a group running or walking on Saturday mornings at 8:00am from Hampton High School. We run/walk whatever pace and distance suits us individually - many of us do a variation of the 5 Miler route while incorporating parts of the Trans Canada Trail. Showers are available at the school afterwards. We are often joined after our run by other friends and family members for a well-earned breakfast at Holly’s. For more information about the Hampton River Runners visit our website:hamptonriverrunners.com or contact a River Runner. 0034
Thirteen weeks until the 15th Annual Hampton 5 Miler on Sunday, September 13! Time to shake off the winter blues, so why not make it your goal this summer to walk, jog or run this year’s 5 Miler! Hampton’s streets and sidewalks, subdivisions, and the wonderful new Trans Canada Trail make our community the perfect place to get physical… to begin to work in the great outdoors on those New Year’s fitness resolutions that lay in hibernation during the past brutal winter. The Hampton River Runners encourage anyone and everyone interested in running or walking, but most importantly having fun! to come and join us. You only need to come and participate to become part of the group! You don’t need to be a running superstar - you may never have run before or maybe you are a seasoned runner. Our current group includes many ages, abilities and aspirations. Many of our group run or walk just to keep fit, some run to eat a guilt-free breakfast at Holly’s on Saturdays, some run races, 5km, 10km, ½ marathons
KV TOASTMASTERS
Kennebecasis Toastmasters will help you toss those bad habits and catch some credibility and confidence when doing presentations. Join us ... learn the right skills ... so that your practice really does make perfect and not just permanent. The KV Toastmasters meet on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:05pm at Rothesay Baptist Church on the Vincent Road. For more information contact Sherry at 658-5229 or visit: kvtoastmasters.org. G015
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LAUNCHING A NEW SEASON
At last, and as usual at the last possible minute, I have signed the final artist contract for Imperial Theatre’s 2015-2016 season. Photos and show descriptions have been sent off to the designer, and now it’s a full tilt run to the June 23 Season Launch. Rolling out a new season feels a lot like opening night. We spend a year putting together something we hope will please and excite our patrons, several months assembling our brochure and video presentation, and an exhilarating nervous evening unveiling the results. It’s the one night of the year that I have to be onstage for more than a few minutes, and requires a lot of backstage pacing. Subscribers, donors and volunteers get the first look at next season’s thirty-six presentations - and the first chance to buy tickets. One lucky person will even win their full subscription, as long as
they purchase at the launch. Tickets are available only as part of a subscription until August 4 and single tickets after that. A lot of theatres have stopped doing subscriptions, but it still works well for the Imperial. We’ve loosened the package up a lot over the last few years, which may be why. All you have to do to become a subscriber is buy any six shows at once. Those could be six live performances, or retro films, or a combination. You can even include up to two shows from Saint John Theatre Company, Symphony New Brunswick or Gala Ballet as part of your subscription. A lot of people still think only certain kinds of people are subscribers, or that it’s very expensive, or that you have to know your schedule for a whole year to join. I can tell you that our subscribers come from many ages and many lifestyles, that you can become a subscriber just by buying six retro films at $10 each, and that six dates out of a year are not hard to pin down for most folks. Of course you
can always add more shows after that, and still get the special price. Theatre tickets are also great gifts, if you find you have to miss a show. So, I’m counting down ‘til June 23. I remembered to book the Simonds Lions Caledonian Pipe Band, who begin the evening from King Square. Invitations have been sent. The script is in progress. If you aren’t a current subscriber but would like a chance to become one on launch night, we will be drawing names for the remaining seats. Give the Box Office a call at 674-4100 and they’ll throw your name in the hat. If you don't get the chance to attend this year, check out the season on our website any time after June 23. Meanwhile, wish me a b r o k e n leg. 0030
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GOT MILKWEED?
Every year thousands of Monarch butterflies set off a long journey North from the hilly forests of Mexico where they’ve stayed for the winter. Over the course of the Summer three to four generations of Monarch butterflies will fly various legs of the journeys over the United States and up to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Wherever the Monarchs stop they must find Milkweed plants to feed on and reproduce. Milkweed is a native New Brunswick plant but over the past few decades it has been considered a weed, and has been cleared away from backyards and roadsides alike. This has caused the already endangered Monarch to have a difficult time finding the plant it needs to reproduce when it gets to New Brunswick. Recently though, Milkweed plants have been donated to the towns of Quispamsis, Rothesay, Hampton, and the city of Saint John to try and help restore the Milkweed plant in Southern New Brunswick. If you would like to help the Monarch butterflies be able to make their trip back
to Mexico, you can plant Milkweed in your own backyard to help the Monarchs. Swamp Milkweed is a non-invasive (unlike the Common Milkweed) and requires slightly damp soil and full sun.
You can find Swamp Milkweed at Halifax Seed and other garden centres. With a few milkweed plants around your house you may soon spot some Monarch Butterflies fluttering around your backyard. 3529
moNarCH’s’ Life-CyCLe depeNds oN miLkWeedpHoto by beV eNGLaNd
I love it when Harold Wright, John Geffken, David Henderson, Bill Thompson, Mary Munford approach me when I am doing research at the library, and say, “Dave, did you know????,” and then follow it up with some esoteric fact I did not know anything at all about. While I make these discoveries on my own, I am ever grateful to these, and other individuals who have come to me over the years with “Did you Know?” on their lips. Many of the stories they have told me are included in my newest book from Nimbus Publishing, Facts and Folklore of Saint John, which was unveiled at a launch at Indigo in East Point Shopping Centre, on Wednesday, May 27. Let me share a few of the items you will find in the 200 pages of this book. I won’t share the whole story, of course,
as I want you to buy this book, or come on a Walk n Talk with me on Tuesday, June 9 at 7:15pm, to hear some of the stories in person. That walk begins at Barbours General Store, and if wet, is held the next night. So, here’s some “Did You knows” that are answered in the book. Where you’d find Haywire Square? What Ske’ping the Gong meant? What the Cold Water Army did in Saint John? Where the house in Saint John, that was the home of the “greatest actress of her age” (early 1900’s) when she grew up is located to this day. Where the man whose gravestone reads, “Shot by some ruthless assassin?” is buried. Where you will find the grave of a Prince buried in Saint John? The name of the only man living who played in Saint John’s first symphony orchestra. Would you believe he is still playing a trumpet! Ever heard what the words famed preacher Charles Sheldon said about Saint John that made the citizens furious? Are you aware of the
athletic feats of Sam Howard and the Argonauts Swim Club? This is just a taste of the facts and folklore that this book contains, and I know it will be a relaxing yet informative read for the hammock or on the beach in the warm days that were all looking forward to. See you at the walk! 0004
every week ($7/person, $4/children under 10). Menu includes juice, eggs (fried or scrambled), home fries, toast, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, beans, cheese omelets (new), tea/coffee. Everyone welcome. The Legion “Brunch Crew” is looking for volunteers to assist on Sunday mornings, in particular a cook on a 3-week rotational basis. We would also
invite others who would like to help with other tasks involved. Please contact the Branch if you would like to volunteer. Lunch at the Branch - Soup or Salad & Sandwich Lunch served every third Wednesday (June 17) from 11:30am-1:30pm. Menu offers choice of two soups (or salad), choice of 3 sandwiches, dessert, coffee & tea. $7/person. All welcome. Texas Hold-Em Tournaments - 6:45pm registration, games begin at 7:00pm every Thursday. 30 tickets (max) available for each tournament and pre-registration tickets are available ahead of time at Branch. Tournament cost $20.Friday, June 12 - 7:30pm, “Kitchen Party” style gathering, pot luck with 50/50 draw, nostalgia & live entertainment. Admissioin is free. Come along for an eveing of fun. This event is open to everyone. Serving the Public: Catering available; facility rentals – two rooms available for functions, business and private meetings. Contact Branch for details. Veterans Need Help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment. Please note - all surviving WWII & Korean Veterans should contact the Service Officer at their earliest convenience; information available could be of benefit to you. Comrade Eric Adams is the contact. Please call the Branch for further information. Community Lottery: Tickets are $2/week. Anyone interested in participating can come to the Branch to register or contact the Branch for additional information. This is a weekly draw and the prize is dependent on the number of participants entered. Sponsored by RCL#58, proceeds go towards supporting the community and those in need. 0014
ADULT BADMINTON
Adult Badminton in Hampton will take place on Wednesday evenings at the Hampton High School, 8:00pm. For more information contact Ron Clarke at 832-1972. G054
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Learn to volunteer with our community’s Seniors while also enjoying fun and exciting games, crafts, activities, fi eld trips and more!
At Kings Way Care Centre (Quispamsis) & Kennebec Manor (Millidgeville, SJ)
Grades 3 - 6Camp Time: 8:30 - 4:30 Cost: $125.00/weekEarly drop off and late pickup are available
Why Become a Junior Volunteer?• Learn how to be a great volunteer• Start building a resume that is attractive to future employers• Meet seniors from our community & learn about their lives and experiences• Help create programming and activities for our seniors• Play games and do crafts with our seniors• Go on fun fi eld trips around our community• Help brighten up the lives of our wonderful seniors
• Field Games• Volunteer Workshops• Crafts• Painting• Tie Dye• Camper led activities for residents• Field Trips
For more information contact:(506) 847-1131 ex 1116
On April 29, Shirley Stanley of Hampton received Beta Sigma Phi’s highest honour when she was named
the 2015 Lady of the Year. Shirley was nominated by Theta Master chapter of Hampton for her lifetime commitment to volunteer work and community service. Shirley, a busy mother and grandmother, continues to carry out an active volunteer agenda at her church, St. Paul’s Anglican, and as a faithful volunteer at the Dr. V. A. Nursing Home, the local library and was an active participant in the various activities of the community schools. With her husband, Roy Stanley, Shirley helped with the annual RCMP Benefit Hockey Game for nearly 30 years. Shirley was the first president of the Hampton Minor Hockey Association and has served in many other community Volunteer organizations. From baking brownies for a Girl Guide bake sale, to canvassing for worthy causes, Shirley has always made time to serve others. Beta Sigma Phi is an international women’s organization whose members aim to give their best to family and community. The King’s County Chapters of Beta Sigma Phi are proud to honour Shirley Stanley for her lifetime of service to others. 3431
SOPHIA RECOVERY CENTRE
Are you female and needing help to deal with your addiction? The Sophia Recovery Centre is a non-residential facility for female youth and women recovering from addiction. It’s a place that is safe for all women and offers a 12-step spirituality-based program of recovery, professional counselling and many other services There are no waiting lists and all services are free of charge. We are open 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday to Friday. You’re invited to attend our regular women's only open AA meetings. Our mission at Sophia Recovery Centre is to help you overcome your difficulties and get your life back. We look forward to speaking with you. Find us on Facebook under Sophia Recovery Centre or call 634-8783. G062
Do you have a problem with alcohol?
Call Alcoholics Anonymous
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READ SJ
READ Saint John is a non-profit organization providing adult literacy and basic math programs in a free, private, one-on-one confidential environment. For more information visit READ Saint John’s office, located at 116 Princess Street, or phone 633-2011. G091
KV OLD BOYS
Help others – let us redeem your redeemable containers – until October the KV Old Boys will be at the following locations from 9:30am-1:00pm for residents who would like to donate their redeemable containers to charity: 1st Saturday - parking lot, State Farm Insurance, Rothesay (next to Vito’s). 2nd Saturday – parking lot, Sherwood Park Convenience Store, Vincent Road in Quispamsis. 3rd Saturday – parking lot, Petro-Canada Service Station in Wells. 4th Saturday – parking lot, Renforth Auto in Renforth. Residents are also reminded that the KV Old Boys will gladly pick up redeemable containers. You can get in touch with the group by: Tel 847-1369, Fax 847-1369 or Email: [email protected] (we’ll reply with an email). KV Old Boys – making a good community better. G094
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS OF CANADA
in their community, including family, friends, co-workers, employers and professionals to be supportive. The Saint John Chapter of The Compassionate Friends of Canada meets the second & last Monday of the month at St. Joseph's Community Centre, 116 Coburg Street from 7:00-9:00pm. For more information contact: Pamela Hopey 696-7786, Rose McPhee 672-7019 or email: [email protected]. G129
The Saint John Chapter of the Compassionate Friends reaches out and helps those in need, through our own experience, by offering support, understanding, grief education and ‘hope’ for the future to all parents who have experienced the death of a child. Our purpose is to aid in the positive reconciliation of grief and foster the physical and emotional health of bereaved parents and their surviving children. Our objective is to help those
MPNSJ FOR SINGLES 40 AND OVER
MPNSJ is a lively group of single people, 40 years of age and older, who get together weekly to socialize with friends, and to make new acquaintances. We share ideas and common interests while organizing outside activities that vary, depending on the season. The group meets each Friday from 5:30-7:30pm at Chateau Saint John on Rockland Road; from there, people can choose to go out for a meal as a group, participate in an activity, go dancing, or just head for home. There's no need to be alone when you can meet new people and have fun. For further information visit us on Facebook at MPNSJ. There's always a smile and a friendly face waiting to greet you. G128
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Brunswick Square39 King St., Saint JohnTel: 506.658.1550
Welcomes Dr. Alexandra Zed A graduate of Dalhousie University School of Dentistry
and joined the practice in June, 2014Along with Dr. Michael Zed and Dr. Ian Mullett,
we welcome new patients.
WelcomingNew Patients
Visit us at www.brunswicksquaredentalclinic.com
LIVE WELL
Margaret TottenRegistered Counsellor
& Certifi ed Coach
MOTIVATION: HOW TO CHANGE A HABIT
Did you know that there is a reason or payoff for everything we do? With every decision we make, some need is being satisfied. If we’re in the grips of a bad habit or addictive behaviour, and want out of the vicious cycle, we need to search out and commit to the deeper reasons we want to change. Asking “what really motivates me in life?” can help us make the shift to more life-affirming habits. Questions that can motivate us to change might include, “what will really inspire me to stay on track?” or “why would I want to bother making this change in the first place?” What shows up in our life is often a reflection of what we put our focus on. Considering higher values or what drives us spiritually can not only provide us with relief, but also focus our attention on growth. We become
inspired naturally to make positive changes. What, specifically, can we focus on to help us get started? Generally, we consider there to be three main human motivators. These are: Freedom: The ability to direct our own paths and make our own decisions. Achievement/Accomplishment: The inspired way we feel when we are improving in an area of personal importance. Purpose: Feeling that our life has meaning or that we are impacting our world, or a loved one. Which one of these motivators do you find yourself aiming for? Does it help you to remember that the actions you are taking towards breaking a bad habit will result in either a greater sense of freedom, accomplishment or purpose? There are also internal motivators, such as qualities or values of courage, patience, love and compassion to consider. What would you go to the wall for? What do you stand for?
Personal change is generally much easier when we evaluate what truly inspires us to act. Values and motivators can help us feel pulled forward to something better, as opposed to feeling like we are pushing a boulder uphill. Best of all, when you determine what could be most fulfilling for you in life, not only will you have the motivation to change and grow, but you’ll be a natural example of integrity and authenticity to others on this path. 0008
Saint John Bike Share Program is looking for donations of used bikes that are in good condition. Donated bikes are repaired by community volunteers and provided to priority neighborhoods.
Please call CVRC - 693-8513 to arrange a drop-o� timePLEASE, do not leaves bikes at the CV Resource Centre
CRESENT VALLEY RESCOURCE CENTRE130 MACLAREN BLVDSAINT JOHN, NB@CVRCSJ
ALL SIZES ACCEPTED- KIDS’ BIKES ESPECIALLY NEEDED
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BUSINESS WHO’S WHO
Next Issue: June 23 Deadline: June 16
Call 832-5613 to book your space.
RAILINGS
Joe Richard658-0996
Custom Wrought Iron Railings,Gates, Fencing, Zinc Metallizing etc.
Craftsmanship In Iron
MOVING SERVICES
No job too big or small Packing materialsClimate controlled storage Free estimates
For the last few years Mike and I have been working on restoring selected tree species in the family woodlot, with the goal of returning it to a closer semblance to what should be growing there in a true Acadian Forest. One of the species we are sadly missing is Sugar Maple. These are the lovely big maple trees that are tapped for maple syrup, the leaf of which is on the Canadian flag. We have LOTS of maple on the property, but they are red maple and a few striped maple, not sugar. For a long time we thought there were absolutely no sugar maple on the 150 acres, but last year we identified one seedling and one mature (but not very healthy) tree. We also transplanted a few dozen little seedlings and at least some of them have survived. Yahoo! Another 30 years or so and they should be big enough to start having their own little seedlings to raise. Hmmm . .
. maybe we can help them along a little more. I am not that patient! A few years ago I committed to daily walking, so most working days I head out from the office for a midday walk. Last year I noticed little sugar maple seedlings sprouting up along my walking route and took some home to transplant to the woods. (Where did you think those seedlings I mentioned earlier came from?) Since I know at least some of them survived, this spring I was on the lookout for more of the little critters. Sure enough, this week they appeared. Now each day I walk I am on the hunt for more baby maple trees. Like the preschooler coming home with a handful of dandelions for Mom, I gleefully celebrate each sugar maple rescue. This year I noticed a few slightly larger seedlings down over a bank. Without a thought I am sliding down after them, in my long dress and sneakers. Of course, once down over the edge I spy another a few feet along,
and then another one past there again. Each was just a few steps further, but then I realize I am well down in there and with my seedlings clutched in one hand and my long skirt in the other so I don’t trip over it, I am not sure I can climb back out. I was not about to sacrifice any of the maples, so I was well motivated and managed to make it back to roadside without mishap. If any of you happened to see some strange old lady crawling out of the ditch, it was likely me. "The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson. 0002
EMPLOYMENTWANTED - 2 PART TIME employees for senior home in Hampton. First aid and CPR a must. Call Krissy or Crystle at 832-4051.
FIREWOODSPRINGFIELD FIREWOOD - quality hardwood, cut, split, delivered. Servicing new and loyal customers for over 10 years. Call 485-2349.
FOR RENT2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, unheated, top floor. 10 Scott Ave. Damage deposit required. 832-3333.3 BDRM COTTAGE on the water, West Point, PEI. Fully furnished. $550 weekly. 832-3333ROTHESAY, 2-BEDROOM, newly updated, wood floors, appliances, new self cleaning stove, Internet included. Clean, secure building, near schools, shopping, bus. No pets. $625/month. 640-2017.
SINGLE AND DOUBLE apartments available for veterans and seniors. 58 Legion Court, Quispamsis, NB. 506-650-4488.
FOR SALEHILL MANUFACTURING LTD. Baby barn doors starting at 4’ x 7’ - $309.40 plus tax (picked up). Hardware, cable lock, and weather strip included. Sizes up to 16’. Call for prices & sizes 485-1994.
aluminum, brass, copper, batteries. By the load 653-0026.HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models. Phone 485-2151 or 609-8699.BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical, etc. Over 20 years experience. Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296.FREE SCRAP METAL DROP OFF. All car parts, batteries, lawn mowers, washers & dryers, pots & pans, scrap metal etc. Free junk car and truck removal. Licensed for refrigeration unit disposal, $15 charge. Open 7 days/week, 187 French Village Road. Phone 847-3569.GETTING MARRIED (BOOK EARLY). Civil weddings performed when and where you choose. Telephone 847-2079.BUYING JUNK CARS, trucks, farm machinery. I pay cash for cars, trucks and machinery. Call 721-4255.
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BUSINESS WHO’S WHO
Next Issue: June 23 Deadline: June 16
Call 832-5613 to book your space.
RAILINGS
Joe Richard658-0996
Custom Wrought Iron Railings,Gates, Fencing, Zinc Metallizing etc.
Craftsmanship In Iron
MOVING SERVICES
No job too big or small Packing materialsClimate controlled storage Free estimates
HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY.RESIDENTIAL, commercial, recreational, restyling and customization, supplies. Offering project classes. Trust your furniture to the professionals. Serving you for almost 40 years. The most upholstery experience around. 849-8008. heritageupholstery.comDAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction & roofing materials, demolition, brush, trees, decks, flood clean-ups. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles, dumpster alternative trailer rentals & deliveries. 653-0026.VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY & REFINISHING - Craftsmanship. RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. 832-7870. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. Village Upholstery & Refinishing - Craftsmanship.REGISTERED FOOT CARE NURSE is now accepting clients. Offering foot
care in the comfort of your own home in Hampton & surrounding areas. For professional foot care & details, call Shirley at 506-799-1547 or cell 506-607-2178. Covered with most insurance plans.SHAKLEE - TRY OUR new blood pressure supplement. It is designed to promote healthy circulation and blood vessels. Contact Nutritional Consultant Connie Titus at 847-2312 or [email protected]. OFFERING EXCAVATION WORK of all kinds. Licensed septic installer. Trucking services, gravel and topsoil. Install culverts, draintile, driveways, etc. Spring Special for Firewood. We’re buyers of woodland stumpage. 832-7446. WE HAUL AWAY junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067.SERVICE, BUY (working or not), SELL.
YARD/GARAGE SALESRENT A SPACE at our Giant Flea Market and Breakfast. June 20, 2015, 8:00am to 1:00pm at the Hampton Curling Club (Cemetery Road). What better place to sell all your treasures! Call for details 832-5348 leave a message and we will call you back! Breakfast is served until 11:00am.HAMPTON CURLING CLUB will be open for the Town Wide Yard Sale on June 13. Rental space is available. Flea Market from 8:00am-1:00pm and breakfast is served from 8:00-11:00am. Call for details 832-5348 leave a message and we will call you back!YARD SALE - at 9 Church Loop Road, Hatfield Point from 9:00am-2:00pm on Saturday, June 13. Variety of items - some old dishes & furniture, household items, books etc. Rain date June 20.
AppetizerA1. Spring Roll $1.75A2. Egg Roll $1.50A3. Deep Fried Wontons (16 PCS) $8.95A4. Deep Fried Chicken Wings (12 PCS) $9.95A5. Onion Rings $3.50A6. French Fries $3.50A7. Fish and Chips $9.50
SoupE1. Wonton Soup $4.95E2. Chicken Egg Drop Soup $4.95
