Valley Viewer

Vol. 12, No. 9

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January 17, 2012

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RAVINGS

By Mike Hickey

“HEALtHy” I am willing to bet that there are just great big bunches of you readers who have made some kind of New Year’s resolution towards being healthier. Whether it is losing weight, exercising more, eating healthier or a combination of these, I am sure that these issues have been on many people’s minds as we thought about the year to come. In fact with rising obesity and the increased cost to health care to treat all of the related health issues that arise from unhealthy weight, it is time to take serious action.

Your body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women. It is generally considered that a BMI of 25 and over is indicative of being overweight and a BMI of 30 and over is obese. During the Christmas period, due to generous gifts of chocolates, cookies, alcohol and other goodies, I went from a BMI of under 25 up into the definitely pudgy range. Since serious action is needed to curb our pudgy population, I officially propose that “All citizens who give high calorie goodies to us innocent residents facing weight issues ... be lined up and shot!!!!!!!”

A bit extreme ... maybe?? With New Brunswick, already fighting a population issue, wiping out tens of thousands of residents is probably not a great idea, but I bet it would certainly help out the unemployment rate.

Perhaps legislation that mandates that ALL gifts of food must contain at least 95% broccoli or zucchini!! Or, how about, liquor stores that must check your BMI before allowing a sale!! “Sorry, Buddy, but drop 10 pounds and you can get your case of beer next time.”

Or maybe you could do what the missus and I did and pick up one of the new video games that allow players to jump, bend, and otherwise get a fairly decent workout during days and nights of bitter cold or otherwise inclement weather!!

Whatever you decide to do, I certainly wish you success in carrying out your healthy agenda for the coming year. 800

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RCL KENNEBECASIS BRANCH #58

61 Marr Road, Rothesay, NB E2E 5Y8 847-5146 Branch Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:30-9:00pm; Friday 2:30pm-12:00mid-night; Saturday 2:009:00pm; Sunday 10:30-7:00pm.

Sundays – 10:30am-12:00noon, Brunch ($6/ person); 1:30-7:00pm, Rummoli every second Sunday.

Tuesdays – (2nd Tuesday of each month) 7:00pm, Executive meeting and General meeting at 8:00pm.

Wednesdays – (2nd Wednesday of each month) 7:00pm, Ladies’ Auxiliary.

Saturdays – 3:00-6:00pm, Shuffleboard.

Friday, January 27th – 5:00-7:00pm, Chinese New Year Dinner.

Deadline for tickets (available at the Branch) is Wednesday, January 25th.

Saturday, February 4th – The 4th Annual Lee Beech Memorial foundation Lobster Dinner. The doors open at 5:00, dinner starts at 6:00pm. Lobster or steak dinner available. Tickets ($60 each, eat in or take out) are available from Norman Gaillard at 8475991. Donations will also be accepted. All proceeds go to the patients of the Palliative Care Unit of the Saint John Regional Hospital.

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 contact Norman Gaillard (847-5991) or the Branch. 206

Rothesay nursery school

Rothesay Nursery School registration for current members will be on Wednesday, January 18th from 6:00-8:00pm (snow date January 19th). Registration for new members will be on Wednesday, January 25th from 6:00pm-8:00pm (snow date January 26th). Located in the lower level of St. David’s United Church (no affiliation) in Rothesay, this cooperative school follows the NB Early Learning curriculum for three and fouryear-olds.

For further information please contact 8471505; rothesaynurseryschool@gmail.com or visit: rothesaynurseryschool.blogspot.com. 229

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BRIDGE FoR SENIoRS

At the Kennebecasis Seniors Club we play Bridge and 45’s every Tuesday from 1:30 to 4:00pm at St. David’s Church in Rothesay.

Casual and friendly atmosphere. We just play for fun! All beginners and experienced players welcome. Free lessons for beginners.

We are recruiting new members now and we need you! Please call us at 849-3267. 212

CARD DESIGN WINNER

Emma Butler, out of 200 entries for the District 6 Christmas Card design, won a $50 gift certificate and was presented, by Mr. Dan Vallis, a framed picture of her card. Congratulations to the grade 7 student of Quispamsis Middle School. 226

KV WESLEyAN - FItNESS CLASSES

Ladies Community Fitness classes are held Monday-Friday from 8:45-9:45am at Kings Valley Wesleyan. 215

FREE t.o.pS. MEEtINGS

Come check TOPS out - free meetings for new members every Wednesday in January (18th & 25th). New members do not pay until February. Fair Vale Outing location only.

Call Jennifer at 849-7363 for details. 223

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DoNAtIoN to KV FooD BANK

The Kenval Co-Op Advisery Council recently donated $1,334 to the KV Food Bank. Funds were raised through the 50/50 program. 227

L-r: Pat Guimond Ken Val Co-Op Advisory Council Member and Lee Bishop from KV Food Bank.

VoN Foot CLINIC IN QuISpAMSIS

VON Foot Clinics in Quispamsis are held at St. Mark’s Church (Pettingill Road) every Wednesday.

For more information/appointments please call the VON Office at 635-1530. 209

BRADLEy LAKE CoMMuNIty CENtRE

The Bradley Lake Community Centre can accommodate up to 150 people is available to rent for weddings, receptions, birthday parties (includes a large kitchen).

For more information or to make a booking for an event please call 847-8442 or 847-7170. 216

ADuLt VoLLEyBALL

Adult volleyball ($4.00/person) will be held every Wednesday evening (September-June) from 8:00-10:00pm at the Rothesay Park Middle School.

For more information contact Allan at 832-7713 or Susan at 635-8830. Please note that if schools are closed/cancelled during the day, volleyball will also be cancelled. 224

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FAIRVALE outING ASSoCIAtIoN

8 River Road, Rothesay General Meetings are held the first Sunday of each month at 6:00pm; all members are welcome to attend.

The Executive for 2012: President - David Smith 847-4647; Vice President - Pat Humphries; Treasurer - Heather McClintock; Secretary - Margaret Chambers.

For 2012 Memberships please contact Ann Smith at 847-4163.

Memberships are also available at the Bingo Canteen and at the Bar when open.

Tuesdays - 6:00-7:30pm, TOPS, for more information contact Marg Titus at 847-0395; Starlight Promenaders Square Dance Club from 7:30-10:00pm, for more info please contact Pat & Jim McLean at 763-2634.

Wednesdays - 7:30pm, Crib, everyone welcome. For more info please contact Sam Gauvin at 847-8261.

Thursdays - Bingo, doors open at 6:00, games begin at 6:55pm.

Regular games, specials, early & late games, building jackpots for Bonanza; Lucky 7; Pyramid; and Treasure Chest games. For more information please contact Richard Smith 847-4163.

The Fairvale Outing Association is available for rental for weddings, Christmas Parties and other special events. Home cooking catering is also available. For rentals please contact Jeanie Saunders at 847-8332 for more information. 210

In 2012 Get Carried Away!

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Commissioner of the Fundy East Service Area

KENNEBECASIS puBLIC LIBRARy

The Fundy East Service Area comprises the Town of Sussex, the communities of King’s County and the Kennebecasis Valley. The Area Commissioner reports to the NB Commissioner and supervises servicing, training, expansion, screening volunteers, programming, and personnel issues. Annual appointment for a maximum of three years.

1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, NB E2E 4R2; 849-5314; Fax: 849-5318; kennebpl@gnb.ca; kvlibrary.org and on facebook.com/kennebpl Children’s Programs: Toddler Time on Tuesdays from 10:3011:00am; Three & Up Club on Fridays from 10:30-11:00am.

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.

Young Adult/Adult Programs: Kennebecasis Library Book Club meets every third Thursday January 26th, The Golden Mean by Annabel Lyons Gr@ph!x Novel Book Club meets on Saturday, January 28th, Mercury by Hope Larson Newcomers Coffee Hour: Thursdays from 10:30-11:30am.

Knitting Club: Thursdays from 7:00-8:00pm.

Special Events: Family Literacy Day Puppet Show on Friday, January 27th at 10:30am. Come and celebrate Family Literacy Day 2012 with us and take a learning journey with us! 217

Applications to Peter Kent, NB Commissioner, at kent@unb.ca by January 31, 2012, with a resumé and cover letter indicating interest in the role.

Applicants should have at least two years experience as a leader in Scouting and may or may not be currently registered.

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Sarah Mallory-Wright Ins Agcy Sarah Mallory-Wright, President 39 Loch Lomond Rd Saint John, NB E2J 1X4 Bus: 506-652-5000

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Festival of Music AGM

The Annual General Meeting for the New Brunswick Competitive Festival of Music will be held on Sunday, January 22nd 7:00pm at Saint David’s United Church in Rothesay. You are invited to join us and please feel free to invite friends and/ or colleagues who might be interested in the Music Festival. 601

KC Historical society meeting

The Kings County Historical & Archival Society, Inc., will hold its next meeting on Saturday, February 25th at the Centennial Building, 27 Centennial Road, Hampton, starting at 2:00pm.

The subject of the meeting will be the History of Rothesay. All are welcome to attend. 803

Muscular Dystrophy Fall raffle

Congratulations to this year’s winners of the 2011 Muscular Dystrophy Atlantic Fall Raffle: 1st prize - all inclusive seven day cruise for two aboard the Ruby Princess - Claridon Robicheau, Church Point, NS; 2nd prize - $1000 CAA travel gift card - Steve Chevarie, Rothesay; 3rd prize - three piece Roots luggage set - John Estabrooks, Ward’s Creek, 802

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

A Prostate Cancer Support group for Saint John and outlying towns and communities will hold regular meetings on the first meeting on Tuesday of each month in the social room at St. James the Less Church located (1760 Rothesay Road, Rothesay) at 7:00pm.

Support group members provide emotional support to each other; demonstrate that one is not alone, and that others share similar experiences and concerns. For further information call Doug Moore, Co-ordinator, at 847-1628. 815

Rocmaura Aux meeting

Rocmaura Auxiliary will be holding their next meeting on Thursday, February 2nd at 4:00pm in the Boardroom of Rocmaura Nursing Home. 602

LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER WORKSHOPS

Helping women with cancer - Look Good Feel Better free workshops help women deal with the appearance-related side-effects of their illness. Find support - lift your spirits gain confidence!

Join us in Saint John the 3rd Monday of every month from 1:30-3:30 in the Oncology Conference room.

Registration required - contact Tina at 648-6885.

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benefit for Greg Halpin

A Steak & Stein Fundraiser (including an Auction) for 20 year old Greg Halpin of Quispamsis is being held at the 3 Mile Entertainment Complex in Saint John on Friday, January 20th.

Tickets for the Steak & Stein are $20, however tickets are not required to attend. All proceeds from this event will go to assist Greg and his family with medical and commuting expenses.

For a monetary donation please call Andrea Halpin at 651-4004 re banking information; or a deposit may be made at the TD Bank in Quispamsis. A mail-in donation may be sent to Gregory Halpin at 222 Model Farm Road, Quispamsis E2G 1N2. Auction items would also be appreciated.

For information regarding donations, please contact: Andrea Halpin at 651-4004 or Amber MacKellar 651-8440. 222

Y Child Care & After School

As the largest not-for-profit childcare provider in Canada, the Y has a unique and distinct blend of programs available for children.

The Quispamsis Community Centre, which operates out of the Qplex, offers quality Preschool Programming for children 2 to 5 years of age from Monday to Friday. Full time and part time spaces are now available. Early Learning Programs are modeled after the NB Early Learning and Child Care curriculum and the highly regarded YMCA Playing to Learn program. The staff are trained in order to create a fun and nurturing environment for children to play and grow.

Space is also available in the After School Program. This program operates under the Y Canada Healthy Child Development guidelines and the standards from the Province of New Brunswick. Children are engaged in arts, crafts, organized games, learning centres and sports. This is an opportunity to play, learn and make new friends at a great new facility.

For additional information call the Quispamsis Community Centre at 849-5784.

The Saint John Y is a charity, open to all, dedicated to providing programs and services to help individuals, families and communities grow and develop in spirit, mind and body. 230

TOPS IS ON THE MOVE

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the affordable, non-profit, non-commercial, oldest weight loss support group is growing again; with 25 chapters throughout southern New Brunswick - Silver Falls United Church, Loch Lomond Road, meets on Thursday mornings, with weigh in at 9:30 and meeting begins at 10:00am.

For further information about other TOPS meetings, or more information on these chapters, please call Donna or John Buckley, Area Captains at 849-0550. 214

www.homestarinc.ca homestar@homestarinc.ca Maintenance Snow Plowing Snow Blowing Walkway Shoveling Roof Shoveling Salt & Sanding

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847-3202 Disaster Cleanup Complete Restoration Water Damage Fire Damage Wind Damage Sewer Back-up

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Renovations Kitchens & Bathrooms Basement Finishing Flooring Painting Crack Filling

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SEA BELLES CHoRuS SpREAD CHRIStMAS CHEER

Sea Belles Chorus would like to thank all who supported performances and activities during 2011. Sea Belles have had a busy season sharing their love of music during 16 performances at local nursing homes/malls/charity/community events. Sea Belles have also contributed over $800 to local charities, including Romero House, Community Autism Center, and Empty Stocking Fund.

If you or someone you know would love to share their love of music and join Sea Belles Chorus, we meet Tuesday evenings, 7:00pm at Forest Hills School. Come experience the fun of a cappella singing, discover the harmony within you and share your voice! For more information, see our Facebook page or website at seabelles.ca. 618

MARCo poLo QuILtERS’ GuILD

The Marco Polo Quilters Guild welcomes all those interested in quilting whether they are beginners or experienced quilters.

Join us at St. Columba Church on the first Wednesday of every month from 7:00-9:00pm and every Thursday from 10:00am2:00pm. Come and enjoy the fellowship of quilting. Bring a friend, enjoy the programs, take a workshop, learn a most enjoyable and time-honoured skill.

For further information contact: Sandra Betts 672-4636, sgbetts@nbnet.nb.ca or Norah Sullivan-O’Toole 674-1639, mnorahsullivan@hotmail.com. 613 T H E 2 0 12 L E G A C Y

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QMS FuNDRAISING A SuCCESS

Quispamsis Middle School has done it again. Through bake sales, raffles, teacher versus students in basketball and volleyball, Sea Dog tickets, and pie in the face for some teachers, the students raised a grand total of $2763.49 for the needy families in our community. Fireman, Ray McCaskill, was presented with an assortment of toys, can goods and a check on December 20th, 2011 from Mrs .Comeau and the most caring Cougars ever. He was very touched by the generosity of these young students.

We are so proud of each and every one of you. The compassion that was displayed at QMS was phenomenal. The Annual Turkey Drive was another success thanks to the parents, staff and students of Quispamsis Middle School.

Mr. McCallum’s grade 8 class raised a total of $445, while Mrs. O’Regan’s grade 8 class raised $301. A job well done by all. 225

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fIVE-Part Educational Series

The Saint John Alzheimer Society’s 5-Part Educational Series will take place on five consecutive Wednesdays at 7:00pm from February 1st–29th at the Rocmaura Nursing Home (10 Parks Street): February 1st - What Is Dementia?

Presented by Dr. Cynthia Hobbs, St. Joseph’s Hospital; 2 Bedroom apartment for rent in beautiful February 8th - Communication & Coping Strategies. Presented NON-SMOKING Seniors Complex in Central Hampton.

by Sherry Gionet, RNGNC, St. Joseph’s Hospital; February th Available immediately.

Close to all amenities.

15 - Navigating the System. Presented by Stacey Guimby, Rent is $945.00 per month and includes heat.

Department of Social Development; February 22nd - Future To view the apartment, or for more information, please Planning (Legal & Financial Matters). Presented by Attorney call Wallace Floyd at 333-6072 or email fhe@nb.aibn.com.

Dwight Allaby; February 29th - Resources & Support. Presenter Sorry no pets permitted. to be confirmed.

These sessions are free of charge and completion certificates are available upon completion of all five sessions. For more information please contact the Saint John Alzheimer Society Hospital Aux Valentine’s Tea to register: 152 Westmorland Road, 634-8722, saintjohn@ The Saint John Regional Hospital Auxiliary will be holding the annual Membership Valentine Tea at 2:00pm on Thursday, alzheimernb.ca. 616 February 9th at St. Mark’s United Church (storm date is February 10th). If you are a member of the SJRH Auxiliary and plan to KV Toastmasters attend, please RSVP by calling the Auxiliary Membership Office Are your presentation skills exciting or excruciating? Do your (648-6292) no later than Friday, February 3rd. 933 knees shake when you have to speak in public? Do you wish you had better speaking skills or knew how to run a business meeting? KV Toastmasters (where you’ll learn skills that will AL-ANON/ALATEEN HELP transform your presentations from tired to admired) meets If your home is unhappy because someone drinks too much on Tuesday evenings – 7:00-9:00pm at Rothesay High School we can help you. Al-Anon/Alateen family group - www.alanon. (in the library) - only on days school is in session - check our alateen.org. Message manager number 634-8779.

All information is strictly anonymous. 905 website for more information.

Visit www.KVtoastmasters.org or phone Jean at 763-3923. 219

SINGLES & FRIENDS events

Singles and Friends will be hosting a dance on Saturday, January 28th at Branch #69 Legion, Wilson Street West in Saint John. Doors open at 8:30 and music by DJ will be from 9:00pm12:30am. Dance is open to anyone over the age of 19 and in most cases is a 35yr plus crowd. Admission is $5/members and $7/ non-members. Check info line at 696-1914 for update if weather is nasty.

Breakfast for Singles continue every Sunday 10:00am at Holly’s Restaurant in Hampton and weekly volleyball on Wednesday evenings 8:00-10:00pm at Rothesay Park Middle School (cost $4) open to all adults married or single.

The purpose of the Singles group is to organize activities for single people to participate in and we welcome your input and suggestions. Our phone line is 696-1914 for updates as to what is happening and our email is singles696-1914@live.ca. 819

QUISPAMSIS SENIORS

The Quispamsis Seniors group (60 plus) meets every Thursday 1:30pm at the Civic Centre for a short meeting and then crib/ auction 45’s; followed by a light lunch and social time. For more information please contact Ruth at 847-8752. 205

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Church supper in Kingston

There will be a Ham, Potato Scallop, Baked Beans Supper & Pie Auction on Saturday, January 21st at the Kingston Parish Hall from 4:30-6:00pm. Tickets are available at the Parish Hall Office 763-3183, from John Weeks 763-2335 or at the door.

Cost is $10/ adult, $ 5/ child or $ 25/ family of 4. All welcome.

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k.o.c. cribbage

The Knights of Columbus will be hosting Cribbage Games every Thursday evening at 7:30pm. Admission $5 for 8 games. Have fun, meet new friends and win prizes. The games are held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, lower hall (new church on Gondola Point Road). Enter via the back entry on the right. 404

Fundy paddlers

Canoeing/kayaking - come out and enjoy the New Brunswick waters. Check out Fundy Paddlers Club at fundypaddlersclubinc. com. Training, tripping and meetings with fellow paddlers. Club meets monthly year round. 403

COMMUNITY ADULT LEARNING PROGRAM

Free classes in Math & English, lower levels up to GED. Small classes, mornings or afternoons, Monday-Friday. Start at your own skill level, work at your own pace. The program will take place at the Carleton Community Centre.

Call Jim Burns for more info at 658- 2815. 610

Quilt Draw Winner

The winner of the quilt made by the Monday Morning craft Group at the Hampton Senior Resource Center was Norma Aubin of Quispamsis. The quilt has been delivered and much appreciated. 402

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Peninsula Branch #62 Royal Canadian Legion has need of a Legion Manager. This position requires a self-starter to take responsibility for the planning, development and facilitation of events that will promote our Legion and its mission statement. Duties will include “opening and closing” responsibilities, bar audits and other tasks as requested by the Legion’s Management Committee.

Problem-solving abilities and computer skills are necessary requirements.

This is a part-time position (20 hours a week) with the possibility of it leading into a full-time one.

If you think you have the skills necessary to fill this position, please forward a letter of interest and/or resume to: The President Royal Canadian Legion Branch #62 1356 Rte. 845 Clifton Royal, NB E5S 2B9 Or submit by email to: rclpeninsulabr62@bellaliant.net Closing date for submissions of interest will be February 15, 2012

HAMptoN SpEED SKAtING CLuB

Members of the Hampton Speed Skating club have kicked off the 2011/12 season with a great start. The first meet of the season was held on November 5th & 6th in Charlottetown, PEI, where (six) athletes from the Club participated in the Atlantic Cup meet.

Over 100 skaters from three Atlantic Provinces competed at this meet. Our club skaters performed well and achieved a number of personal bests for their race times. Three of our competitive skaters earned medals in their respective divisions for their best efforts during this meet. Sam Myers-Chown of Sussex earned Silver, Colton Scott of Hampton earned a Bronze and Tyler Magee of French Village came home with a Silver medal.

The Annual Harold Joyce Speed Skating Meet was held in Fredericton on November 26th & 27th with over 140 skaters from three Atlantic Provinces. Once again a strong performance and great accomplishments achieved by our HSSC Competitive skaters with 29 personal best race times being recorded. Medals recipients’ from their respective divisions included Ian Verschoor of Sussex Bronze; Eric Verschoor of Sussex Silver, Ben Evans of Hampton Silver and Sam Myers-Chown of Sussex a Bronze medal. Both meets included skaters’ ages 5 to 23 years from across the Atlantic region.

Upcoming meets our skaters will be competing in include the Charles Gorman Memorial Short Track Maritime Championship January 7th & 8th and the Hampton Abilities Meet hosted by our club January 21st in Hampton. 817

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PEI meet - Sam Myers-Chown of Sussex (Silver,) Colton Scott of Hampton (Bronze) and Tyler Magee of French Village (Silver).

Fredericton meet - Ian Verschoor of Sussex (Bronze); Eric Verschoor of Sussex (Silver), Ben Evans of Hampton (Silver) and Sam Myers-Chown of Sussex a (Bronze).

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CHRIStMAS ExCHANGE upDAtE

Put on your kilt and tartans and come out for some music, Scottish morsels and fun - an evening of Scottish entertainment to celebrate Robert Burns. This celebration will take place on Saturday, January 28th at the Simonds Lions Club (185 Loch Lomond Road) starting at 7:00pm.

Tickets ($25) are available from DMNB (Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick) at 636-6000 and all proceeds for this event will go to support the DMNB Humanities program – assisting the choir and band. 939

A grateful “Thank You” from the Saint John Community Christmas Exchange to all the churches, agencies and individuals who supported the Christmas Exchange in 2011. To all who sponsored families and made donations and to the volunteers, who gave of their time so generously, thank you.

Your generous support has seen that over 2,700 families in the Saint John and surrounding areas were looked after for Christmas. 818

A pLEA FoR tEMpoRARy FoStER CARE

ca-r-ma.org – Saint John is in need of temporarily foster homes/parents to help our cats and kittens.

We provide all supplies, such as, litter, food, toys, and other equipment necessary. Doing this gives our organization a little extra time needed to find these furry feline friends their FURever homes.

If you have some spare time, spare room and an obvious love for cats, please contact us for more information, www.facebook. com/carmasj or (506) 672-CATS (2287). 903

SuSSEx ARt CLuB MEEtING

The members of the Sussex Art Club will be holding their January meeting at St. Paul’s United Church Hall (4 Morrison Ave., corner of Main and Morrison) Sussex, on tuesday, January 31st at 7:00pm. Anyone interested in art and would like to come to our meeting is more than welcome to join us.

Hope to see you there. 808

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Fall Noon Nugget

The Pitfalls and triumphs of Board Recruitment - a strong board is the foundation for any organization. Recruiting the right board members is crucial to the success of a board. This noon nugget will explore some of the reasons why board recruitment is often less successful than it could be and some of the strategies that lead to successful board recruitment and the establishment of a strong board. This Noon Nugget will be held on Thursday, January 19th with facilitator, Betty Hitchcock who is well known in Saint John for her involvement with numerous agencies.

All Education Programs are sponsored by the United Way of Greater Saint John and will be held at the Saint John Volunteer Centre (66 Waterloo Street, Training Room Suite 224) with registration ($15/person) from 11:30-11:50am and the Workshop from 12:00noon-1:00pm. Pre-register call 658-1555 or email training@nb.aibn.com. 918

Benefit for Leanor Lavoie

A Benefit will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion #20 in Sussex (Magnolia Avanue), on Sunday, January 22nd from 1:00-5:00pm, for Eleanor Shay Price Lavoie who recently underwent surgery to have her right lower limb amputated. The afternoon will include a silent auction, bake sale, 50/50 and door prizes along with wonderful local talent including Bob Burgess & Friends.

For more information please contact Glenna Fanjoy at 48752238 or Emily Gilbert at 433-8082. 816

March Break Escape 2012 ORLANDO FLORIDA With

MARCH 2nd to MARCH 11th, 2012 Attend Tampa Bay Lightening vs Ottawa Senators hockey game March 6th

• $650.00 Double Occupancy *Taxes Included. Transportation on a Deluxe Motorcoach, Hotel Accommodations plus full Buffet Breakfasts at Hotel in Orlando. The bus will take us to Sea World, Downtown Disney, Busch Gardens, Clearwater Beach, Universal Studios, Disney, Webster Flea Market, Prime outlet shopping, free time and more. • (Hockey tickets and theme park tickets not included in tour price). • Guarantee your seat with $100.00 Deposit. • Payment in full by February 14, 2012.

• Call Carolyn at 506-696-2678 for more details or to book your seat.

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ANTI-BULLYING SUPPORT

BullyingCanada offers 24/7 toll-free telephone support, live chat and the email services for those across Canada looking for information on bullying, its causes, and how to overcome it.

The tollfree number (877) 352-4497. 901

District 6 D.EC meeting

The School District 6 DEC will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 8th at the District Office, 70 Hampton Road, Rothesay, beginning at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome! 804

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RotHESAy RECREAtIoN NEWS

Join the wellness movement! Got to wellnessnb. ca and make a personal pledge towards wellness and you could win up to $20,000 in prizes for your group, school or community.

Rothesay Arena Winter Schedule 2012: Note: These scheduled events may vary due to other special events: Family Skating – Sundays 3:004:00pm, $2/person, max $5/family; Parent & Tot Hockey – Mondays 2:45-3:45, Tuesdays 2:15-3:15, Wednesdays 1:30-2:30, Thursdays 2:15-3:15pm – no charge; Seniors Skating – Mondays 12:00noon-1:00pm, no charge; Adult Scrimmage (ages 19 & over) – Mondays & Fridays 9:45-11:45am, $6/person; Adult Scrimmage (ages 50 & over) – Wednesdays 12:00noon-1:15pm & Fridays 1:45-3:00pm, $4/person.

Mark these dates on you calendar (more details TBA): Warm Up To WinterFest – Families in Motion Event. Have you joined the wellness movement? Kick start your New Year’s resolution as Market Square gets in motion during this fun, free wellness fair for all ages! Come to the Market Square Atrium, Sunday, January 22nd from 1:00-4:00pm. There will be special guest appearances by Super Mario & Hello Kitty. Please visit www. fundywinterfest.ca for more information: Saturday, February 4th – Winterfest.

Rothesay Speakers Series 2012 – free to the public (7:00-8:00pm each date): Thursday, January 19th –Kurt Furness Magic Show at the Rothesay Arena Common Room.

Thursday, January 26th - Joseph Butte KV Toastmasters at the Town Hall Common Room.

Thursday, February 2nd - Jamie Matthews SJ Alzheimer Society at the Town Hall Common Room.

Thursday. February 9th - Kevin Robart Mentalist at the Rothesay High School Cafeteria.

Thursday, February 16th - Craig Pinhey Local Sommelier at the Town Hall Common Room.

“Like” us on Facebook – facebook.com/ rothesayparksandrecreation; “Follow” us on Twitter –twitter. com/rothesay_rec or contact: Keri Kent at 848-6652, kerikent@ rothesay.ca, rothesay.ca. 213

St. JAMES tHE LESS ACW

The St. James the Less ACW meets for quilting every Thursday from 1:00-4:00pm. For more information contact 847-3268. 211

‘poSt CHRIStMAS REFLECtIoNS’ DISCuSSIoN

“Finding and Sustaining Hope Today: Post Christmas Reflections” A talk with discussion by the Hon. Graydon Nicholas, Lt.-Gov. of NB will be held on Thursday, January 19th 1:00pm, UNBSJ Irving Hall Room 107. All welcome!

This event is sponsored by “Instruments for Peace” and the UNB Christian Fellowship. 940

VALLEY Redemption Centre

Hours 8h30 - 4h00 • Monday - Friday 8h00 - 1h00 • Saturday

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Co-op Building, Quispamsis

We Buy:

Bottles, Batteries, Scrap Metal (non-ferrous)

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QuISpAMSIS CoMMuNIty SERVICES DEpARtMENt

Winterfest: Join the fun in Quispamsis, Rothesay, Saint John & Grand Bay-Westfield as we celebrate our great Canadian outdoors!

From February 3rd-5th there are numerous activities planned around our region. The wide range of free events include, skating, swimming, sliding, snowshoeing, and much, much more. For a detailed schedule please visit fundywinterfest.ca.

Summer Employment Opportunities: Students, now is the time to start thinking about what you would like to do for a summer job. The Town offers a variety of employment opportunities with our parks, aquatics facilities, and engineering department. Job application forms are available on-line as well as for pick up at the Quispamsis Town Hall. Applications will be received until April 10th. Please remember to include your resume, as well as the type of job for which you wish to be considered. All applicants must complete the provincial government SEED grant program process as well.

Arts & Culture Park Outdoor Rink: The outdoor skating rink is open daily (weather permitting). We encourage you to wear a helmet while skating and for everyone’s safety, the use of sticks and pucks is prohibited on the ice. For current conditions check out our on-line webcam at quispamsis.ca/artpics to view the skating rink, or call 849-5778.

Walking/Running Routes: Located in the heart of the community, the walking/running routes begin and end at the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park. The 1km, 2.5km, and 5km routes were created to support residents in living a more active lifestyle. A map of the routes is located at the entrance to the park, and colour-coded arrows are placed throughout the streets to assist you in navigating the routes.

Individual copies of the map are also available at the main counter at the Town Hall and on our website.

Upcoming: Some additional items for your calendar: March – check the website qplex.quispamsis.ca for special events at the qplex!

Twitter: For the latest on what’s happening at the qplex, such a public skating schedules and walking track hours, follow us on Twitter @Quispamsisqplex.

Q-mail: If you would like to be added to our email list please email mlucas@quispamsis.ca. Once added to the list you will receive emails about upcoming special events and programs.

Calendar of Events: On our website is a user-friendly webcalendar, an interaction opportunity for local community groups, etc. Please feel welcome in posting your upcoming event on this Calendar of Events page.

For additional information on future programs, registration forms, special events and facility bookings please visit our website www. quispamsis.ca or drop us a line at 849-5778.

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∙3 Full time audiologists serving Saint John and Fredericton ∙Bilingual hearing services offered with our newest Audiologist: Joline Poirier ∙Now offering FREE in house hearing tests (some conditions apply)

*Ask about our Referral Rewards Program

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Clinical Audiologist

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Leslie Clack

Clinical Audiologist Office Manager Service Bilingue Hearing Instrument Practitioner

14 Wellesley Avenue, Saint John, NB E2K 2T9 506-634-7136

Deborah Bainbridge Office Manager

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2012

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Every year, right before the clock strikes 12 on December 31, people far and wide make resolutions for the new year. There are some common themes from year to year, with certain resolutions topping the lists.

Lose weight: Whether they're inspired by goals of healthy living, the reality of stepping on a scale after holiday dining or simply because clothes have been a little snug, people often resolve to lose weight in the year ahead.

Quit smoking: Individuals are feeling increased pressure to give up the habit due to smoking bans in many buildings and public spaces. Plus, it's one of the worst things a person can do for his or her health.

Get fit: In conjunction with losing weight, the overall quest for physical fitness drives up gym membership numbers every January.

Tame finances: The first credit card bill after the holiday season may be a wakeup call for those who have had difficulty balancing a budget. This is often a time when people make plans to get finances under control at the start of the new year.

Just to name a few!

In celebration of 2012 The Aquatic Centre wishes to offer you a FREE COMPLIMENTARY VISIT Contact bpugh@aquatics.nb.ca or call 658-4725 to receive your pass.

(One visit per person , no cash value) Offer expires February 29/2012 For more information call 658-4725 Or visit www.aquatics.nb.ca

Walk-ins & New Patients Welcome Evening Appointments Direct Billing Referral not required

Sheppard

Chiropractic CENTRE

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Dr. Jeff Sheppard is happy to welcome Danielle Bordage BPE, RMT to the practice. Danielle has a Degree in Physical Education with a Major in Sport Science from UNB. In 2003 she completed a two year Massage Therapy diploma at ICT Northumberland College. Danielle has also trained in sports massage, aromatherapy massage, craniosacral therapy, hot stone massage, nutrition, and nursing.

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Fill out the ballot on this page and send it to Ossekeag Publishing for the chance to win a

“$200 gift certificate from one of our participating advertisers of the winners choice” Submission Deadline: January 27, 2012 Draw date: January 30, 2012 Presentation of certificate to be done at Ossekeag Publishing and winner will have photo taken for advertising purposes.

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Boarderline Crazy Opens January 27th

Call 693-8720 or 847-2421 68 Exmouth St. Saint John, NB

When the hottest hangout in town straddles the Canada/U.S. border, you get the best of both worlds: strong Canadian beer at weak American prices, and the hottest entertainment on either side of the line.

68 Exmouth St. Saint John, NB Telephone 693-8720 ~ 847-2421 w w w.phoeni xdinner theatre.com

SJ-KENNEBECASIS VALLEy NEWCoMERS

Life Is Better With Friends. Are you a newcomer to Saint John?

Are you looking to meet new people and find interesting things to do?

Saint John Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers is a club for women who have moved to the Greater Saint John and Kennebecasis Valley area in the past two years. We meet for coffee, lunch, dinner, Bridge, book club, moms and tots, walking, skiing, and various other events. Get in touch…meet other “newcomers” to the Greater Saint John area If you would like to join, e-mail us at sjkvnewcomersclub@gmail. com. For more information go to our blog at sjkvnewcomers. blogspot.com. 600

MAtuRE pRoFESSIoNALS NEtWoRK IN SJ

“Mature Professionals Network” (MPN) a social networking organization for single adults over the age of 40 has been launched in Saint John. MPN offers a forum to meet and exchange ideas, develop friendships and share common interests. They have a Meet and Greet Social every Friday night, 5:30-7:30pm at the Chateau Saint John, on Rockland Road. You will be warmly welcomed by a MPNSJ greeter who will introduce you to other members. A group of them also go out to dinner after the Meet and Greet. They have already participated in several different activities and are looking forward to a lot more interesting things to do through the seasons.

We hope you can find time to join us. 914

RoCMAuRA Aux MEEtING

Rocmaura Auxiliary will be holding their next meeting on Thursday, February 2nd at 4:00pm in the Boardroom of Rocmaura Nursing Home. 602

yoGA & MEDItAtIoN IN SJ

The Meditation in Movement and Stillness Support Group will meet with Rev. Maury Landry on Saturday, January 28th from 4:00-5:00pm at the Unitarian Church, 545 Sandy Point Road (across from Hazen White School). Having attended previous sessions is not necessary. Cost is free. Come one, come all!!!

Yoga Flow will be held every Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30pm at the Unitarian Church. Admission by donation. Beginners are welcome. 934

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2012 KIRKpAtRICK REuNIoN

The 2012 Kirkpatrick Reunion will be held August 10th, 11th & 12th at the Patterson Historical Grounds. Mark your calendars now. The planning committee has been meeting and plans are now underway for this event. We need volunteers to help with this event. Also, as this will be a large gathering, we are looking for potential interest in local bed and breakfasts and use of trailers/campers. If you can help in anyway and or need more information about volunteering and local bed and breakfasts, etc., please contact Doreen Cross at email below or Gail Willis gwillis@nbnet.nb.ca.

To keep people updated, Doreen Cross, chairperson, will be sending information out from time to time by email. Thank you to those you have replied to our previous request on supplying your email address to Doreen. If you have not responded and if you are a descendant and have an email address or if you have changed your email, please send your email address to doreencross@rogers.com so she can continue to update the distribution list. 828

SpCA AR RADIo BINGo

SPCA Animal Rescue Bingo has moved from radio to Rogers Cable 10 TV!! Join us Monday nights on Rogers Cable 10 from 6:30 to 8:00pm. $1 Early Bird Specials, $5 for a Book of 8 Games.

Please continue to support the animals at the SPCA Animal Rescue. For more information, please call 642-0929. 916

SJ WINE FAIR

The Saint John Wine Fair will be held on Saturday, February 25th at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre. Sip, socialize and support a great cause!

Once again this year, you’ll find great wine offerings, micro-breweries, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, the always popular chocolate fountain and much more. Plus live entertainment from the Saint John String Quartet!

CAREGIVERS SuppoRt GRoup Purchase tickets by phone 674-6195. Proceeds from the Saint The 4th Thursday of each month at the Saint John Alzheimer John Wine Fair support Canadian Red Cross programs in New Society office 152 Westmorland Road, beginning at 7:00pm. 919 Brunswick. Must be 19 years or older to attend. 935

At Your Service...

Auto Body Plus Collision Repair Insurance Work Lease Return Damage All makes and models All Work Guaranteed, Professional Colour Match

68 Marr Rd. Rothesay Tel: 849-2494

Ellie-gant Grooming 847-5067 Offering Full Dog Grooming Services.

All Breeds Welcome!

82 Marr Rd. Rothesay

Tel: 832-5613 Toll Free: 1-888-289-2555 242 Main Street Hampton, NB E5N 6B8 info@ossekeag.ca

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AVIAN ASSoCIAtIoN INFoRMAtIoN

Do you own a Budgie? A Macaw? A cockatoo? Are you interested in exotic birds? Would you like to get together with others that have that same interest? The Eastern Canada Avian Association is a great group of people that exchange information, support and share their love of parrots. You don’t need to already own a parrot to join. Everyone is welcome!

We have meetings that include great speakers, shopping, raffles and lots of fun. We have a Facebook group as well. Please see us there EasternCanadaAvianAssociation@groups.facebook.com or contact the Association for more information. We welcome members from all areas of Eastern Canada!

Locally you can contact 652-9347, our President Nancy Richards can be reached at 454-5668. The ECAA website is www. ecavianassociation.com. Looking forward to meeting you! 909

ADuLt LEARNING pRoGRAM

Improve your Math & English skills so you can: feel better about your skills; help your kids with homework; prepare to write the GED tests; prepare to take other training; find a job – or a better job.

The Community Adult learning program is for you – free classes in Math & English, from lower levels up to GED; Small classes, full-time or par-time; start at your own level and work at your own pace.

For more information about a class in your community contact Saint John Kings Adult Learning Inc – Paula (Regional Manager) at 333-5480, paula.ross@gnb.ca. 902

NAVy LEAGuE CADEtS oF CANADA

Cadets are boys and girls between the ages of 9 to 13 who have lots of opportunities to make new friends, play sports, go on trips, go camping and learn new interesting things based on a naval theme. The #170 NLCC RM Cromwell cadets meet on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm.

For more information on the Navy League Cadet Program, please contact 849-4678 or 849-4146, email nlcc170crmwell@ live.com. 228

CHURCH CHART St. Mark’s Catholic Church Pastor: Father Don Breen 171 Pettingill Rd., Quispamsis Phone 849-5111 Fax 849-5120 Website: www.stmarksparish.ca Email: stmarkschurch@nb.aibn.com

A warm welcome awaits all who come.

Masses: Saturday 5pm Sunday 9am & 11:15am

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KENO’s Renovations “Renovations with meticulous worksmanship”

oN ouR CoVER: DECEMBER “pIC oF tHE MoNtH”

Congratulations to Renelle LeBlanc of Quispamsis who submitted this photo of a Chickadee in her yard. Renelle has won a voucher to a local Subway for a foot long meal deal. 823

AttENtIoN AMAtEuR pHotoGRApHERS

This could be your chance to ‘click’ and ‘win’. Have you taken that ‘nearly perfect’ photo – well, send it to us – it could be chosen as Ossekeag Publishing’s “Pic of the Month”, sponsored by participating Subway locations. The first of each month we will be choosing one photo, from those submitted during the previous month, to be our “Pic of the Month” and the winner will receive a voucher for a Footlong meal deal from participating Subway locations.

Please visit our website (ossekeag.ca) for complete contest info and rules.

Editor’s note – Don’t forget that you can submit ‘holiday/ seasonal’ after Christmas.

Submission of photos authorizes Ossekeag Publishing the right to print and display your photo (with photographer credit) in any of our four publications, our yearly calendar, website and Facebook group. If no photo of suitable quality is submitted, judges can elect to choose no winner for that month. 821

•Installation Hardwood, Laminate, Engineered, Cork, Tile Floors, and stairs (custom rounded treads).

•Sanding Sand and finish all types of Hardwood flooring with a Dust Containment system. Custom stains are also available.

•Renovations Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements from new drywall, electrical wiring, plumbing to just a new paint job.

There is no job to small Free Estimates Call Kevin (506) 608-2368 for an appointment today!

AMAtEuR RADIo CLuB BANQuEt

The Loyalist City Amateur Radio Club (LCARC) will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of its formation early in 2012 with a banquet on Saturday, March 10th. LCARC invites local amateurs to go the club’s website (lcarc.ca) for details on banquet registration and to view other planned events as they are posted.

Information can also be obtained by calling Len Morgan at 696-5270. The LCARC committee is also preparing a history of the club and anybody with tidbits of history are encouraged to contact Len so we can complete the project. 932

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JANUARY 27 – FAMILY LITERACY DAY

Ask your child toyou.read out loud with

Books can takebeen you places you’ve never to.

Call for help in learning to read.

Don’t be afraid.

Proud to Support Family Literacy Day!

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to read everywhere. Go for Encourage your child to read every day. Faindwalkwords & talk about the signs you see.

Help your child build a future through literacy.

Tel: 658-0929 Fax: 658-9243

In Support of Family Literacy Day in NB

Dr. Jason Saunders Optometrist

2C Landing Court, Quispamsis 849-3937 (EYES) Dr. Amy McLeod Optometrist

Invest time everyday for reading.

Join a library or local book club. is a proud supporter of

Fender Mender Auto Body & Collision Centre

26 Kiwanis Court, Saint John, NB 506-635-8535 www.IBEW502.org

155 Sandy Point Road, Saint John fendermenderauto@nb.aibn.com

Keep TV time to no more than one hour a day.

Hill Manufacturing

Family Literacy Day

We Sell the Best & Service the Rest!

Reading for just 15 minutes per day is important for child development as well as a great family activity.

We supply, install and service any and all commercial and residential garage doors and openers

Bringing awareness to Literacy in NB Hill Manufacturing Ltd. (506) 485-1994 Toll Free 1-866-606-6158

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Let your child see you reading.

Make every day a literacy day.

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Serving all your ready mix concrete needs

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Newborns benefit from being read to.

Opening a book can change lives.

Play word games together.

Supporting

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literacy in New Brunswick

Family owned & operated business for 44 years

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Scrabble is a fun learning opportunity for the whole family.

Quiet time together with a book is precious.

Reward your child’s attempts at reading.

Like us on facebook

www.facebook.com/rothesayregionalpolice

Follow us on twitter @RRPFnb rothesayregionalpolice.com

Talk about the articles you have read.

Use this time to learn together.

Rodney Weston MP/député Saint John

www.rodneyweston.ca Email: westor1@parl.gc.ca 90 King St, Saint John, NB 657-2500

Visit your local library and let your child choose a book.

Kennebecasis Valley Animal Hospital

90 Hampton Road, Rothesay 506-849-1137

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rite a letter or a shopping list together. cite your imagination.

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30 Vincent Road, Quispamsis 848-6373 vca@nbnet.nb.ca www.valleychristianacademy.com

You are your child’s most important teacher

We Love to Read!

Zzz – a goodbefore time to read can be just bed.

Family Literacy Day Puppet Show at the

Proud to sponsor Family literacy Do you have difficulty

getting in and out of the bathtub?

506-206-2727

www.shsseniorhomesafety.com Corporate Sponsor for the Senior Citizens Federation of NB

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Kennebecasis Public Library: Friday, January 27th at 10:30am

Come and celebrate Family Literacy Day 2012 and take a learning journey with us!

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Find out how Sylvan’s custom-tutoring approach will help your child meet and exceed his or her academic goals this school year.

Sylvan Learning Centre of Rothesay 154 Hampton Road Rothesay, New Brunswick, E2E 2R3 (506) 849-2555 www.SylvanRothesay.com

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Barry Anderson Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-658-8300 barry.anderson@rbc.com

Gail Cashin Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-650-2500 gail.cashin@rbc.com

Sarah Jardine Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-645-7817 sarah.jardine@rbc.com

Elizabeth Nice Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-654-2121 elizabeth.nice@rbc.com

Shanna Reid Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-333-7426 shanna.reid@rbc.com

Meredith Youden Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-333-1221 meredith.youden@rbc.com

Cindy McKinley Mobile Mortgage Specialist 506-333-8655 cindy.mckinley@rbc.com

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All personal lending products and residential mortgages are offered by Royal Bank of Canada and are subject to its standard lending criteria. * Offer may be withdrawn, extended or changed at any time, without notice. Not available in combination with any other rate discounts, offers or promotions. Applicable to residential mortgages only. RBC will pay up to a maximum $300 switch out fee charged by your current financial institution. RBC will not pay any prepayment charge levied by your current financial institution. Minimum $100,000 mortgage ($75,000 in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Atlantic Provinces) to qualify for this offer. Other conditions apply.

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MUSINGS

By Debbie Hickey

HAppy NEW yEAR Except, what year is this? I know it’s 2012 . . . but how did you just say that. Did you say twenty twelve, or did you say two thousand twelve? I had this dilemma last year as well and never did satisfactorily come to a conclusion as to the “better” way to say it. On New Year’s Day I was listening to CBC Radio and heard exclusively “twenty twelve”. Ah, CBC has decreed that to be the “correct” pronunciation. Until the next day when I heard another CBC host using two thousand twelve . . . I am going with “twenty twelve” regardless, after all it wasn’t one thousand nineteen hundred and twelve.

It has thus far been an open mild start to the winter so I have not seen as many birds at the feeders off my back deck as I normally do. The cats have been very disappointed! I am still going through the bird food at a very rapid pace however. Hmmm . . . that mild open winter part likely has something to do with that. So when the back yard light went on at 3:00am the other night, I was out of bed in a flash to see what was happening. As I suspected, raccoons! No wonder the bird food was disappearing.

I grabbed my robe and headed for the back deck. Where are my moccasins/slippers? Oh yes, left them behind at my daughter’s (along with the novel I was half-way through but that’s another story). No matter, those raccoons are not getting another meal at my expense. Out I go on the deck in bare feet. Now this may well have been a relatively mild winter to date, but not that night! It was well below freezing and although the deck is wood it was snappin’ cold on the toes! Three raccoons took off in a hurry with a stick of stove wood encouraging them along! The largest, aka Big Mama, was hissing and snarling all the way. It has been two nights since the great rout and so far no sign that they have returned. I am sure this is not the end of the war, only the first skirmish, unless it stays cold enough for them to den up til spring. But I do need to get my moccasins back. Brrrr . . .801

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LOOKING FOR one part-time care worker for seniors home in Hampton. First aide, CPR a must, weekend work. Call Krissy, 832-4051.

FIREWooD SpRINGFIELD FIREWooD, quality hardwood, cut, split, delivered. Call 485-2349.

TIRED OF GETTING THE WRONG size wood? Firewood cut to specification. Call Doug 763-3486.

FoR RENt FURNISHED BED SITTING room, central Rothesay, all services, $400. 847-2387.

VACATION COTTAGE RENTALS, ocean front, PEI, 3 double bedrooms, all appliances included, June - Sept., $500/week.

832-3333.

FoR SALE USED APPLIANCES, 24” electric stoves in stock, exterior/ interior doors, tires (most sizes), new sky light, used windows, and household items. 218 Main St. Norton. 839-2628.

NotICES DRIVING TO FLORIDA, one month stay, Feb. to March. Share gas expenses one way or 2 way. Call for details 832-3333. pRAyERS MOTHER TERESA - say 9 Hail Mary’s for 9 days. Ask for 3 wishes, first for business, second and third for the impossible. Publish this article on the 9th day. Your wishes will come true even though you may not believe it. Amazing, but true! I.B. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (never known to fail). O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel. Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in my Necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my mother. O Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to secure my necessity (make request). There are none who can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times), O Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days, then publish it & it will be granted. J.C. SERVICES oFFERED ALWAYS LOOKING TO APPRAISE or purchase, older coins like silver dollars, 50 cent pieces, etc., also of interest are paper money and gold pieces. Member of local coin club, privacy assured. Call Tom at 506-650-0669 or email ycart@nb.sympatico.ca.

StoRAGE - SELF STORAGE spaces, dry, secure, various sizes available, Norton area. 433-0103 or 839-2241.

MELoDy, MoVEMENt AND ME! Come join the fun and learning immersed in music, imagination and playful movement for children 3 months to 6 years. New sessions begin later this month so go to www.mmandme.org and have a look around to see what it is all about, read some testimonials, then send me an email sara@mmandme.org or call 832-1909. Classes held at Saint David’s Church in Rothesay.

DIANE’S HAIR CARE, in the comfort of your own home, perms, colours, cuts & sets. Call 639-6113 or leave message at 849-2635.

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BuyING JUNK CARS, trucks, travel trailers, motor homes, farm machinery. I pay you cash. Call 721-4255.

HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS - Laforge. Sales and services of overhead doors, operators and weather stripping of all models.

Phone 485-2151.

BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair, carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic tile, electrical etc. Over 20 years experience.

Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296.

GETTING MARRIED (BOOK EARLY). Civil weddings performed when and where you choose. Telephone 847-2079.

HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY. Residential, commercial, recreational, restyling and customization. Trust your furniture to the professionals. The most training and experience in the Kennebecasis. Serving you for 30 years. Offering project classes.

849-8008.

DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction & roofing materials, demolition, brush, decks, small moving jobs. 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted vehicles.

832-3982 or 653-0026.

COUNTRY HAIRSTYLING 234 Hammond River Rd., Quispamsis. Great prices, great hours. Look forward to seeing you. Sandra Smith 849-2118.

RITE WAY CLEANERS now has openings for residential and commercial cleaning. We offer de-cluttering, organizing and will clean your house from top to bottom. For a free estimate call Fallon, 832-3894.

RICHARD SAuNDERS pLuMBING 654-1535.

HAuL AWAy of 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.

WEDDING OFFICIANT - plan unique ceremony celebrating love & commitment; when, where, how you wish. Book now for best dates. Janet 847-9833.

VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY & REFINISHING - Craftsmanship.

RV’s, boat covers, recovering & restyling repairs. HD foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas. 832-7870.

WANtED WANtED HOUSES TO CLEAN. Reasonable rates. References available. Call Tammy @ 333-4855.

WANTED, HONDA, TOYOTA cars, trucks or SUV’s, 2002 or newer in need of repair. 653-0026.

MATURE YOUNG PROFESSIONAL woman, non-drinker, nonsmoker looking for bachelor/1 bedroom or granny suite. Please call 506-529-3512.

TREADMILL WANTED. Please call 672-9350.

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