The Grapevine January 10, 2019 - February 7, 2019

ARTS | CULTURE | COMMUNITY January 10 – February 7, 2019 | Issue No. 16.01 | 4500 copies

TERRA SPENCER’S YEAR OF FIRSTS P. 9 MIKE UNCORKED: FOX ON THE FAIRWAY TEES OFF AT CENTRESTAGE P. 7 JACK BISHOP AT KENTVILLE’S HARDWARE GALLERY P. 9 FEATUREPRENEUR: WINDSOR’S WINEGRUNT P. 11 THE 28TH ANNUAL SHEFFIELD MILLS EAGLE WATCH P. 7 VALLEY FAMILY FUN’S FAVOURITE PLACES TO GO THIS WINTER P. 11

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THE 2018 BEST OF THE BUNCH GRAPEVINE AWARDS! THE GRAPEVINE’S 2018 ‘BEST OF THE BUNCH’ RESULTS!

BEST VENUE TO DANCE OLD ORCHARD BARN Runner up: Wolfville Farmers Market

We received a huge response to our annual ‘Best of the Bunch’ survey. Thank you to everyone who participated! What a great selection of places to visit, things to do, and experiences not to miss in the Valley.

While you are out and about, watch for The Grapevine’s ‘Best of the Bunch’ sticker in the windows of these top-voted businesses.

FOOD & DRINK BEST RESTAURANT (CASUAL) THE NAKED CREPE BISTRO Runner up: The Noodle Guy BEST RESTAURANT (FINE DINING) TROY Runner up: Le Caveau BEST PUB FOOD PADDY'S PUB Runner up: King's Arms Pub BEST TAKEOUT / DELIVERY HOUSE OF DOUGH Runner up: Jonny’s Cookhouse BEST CAFÉ T.A.N. Runner up: Just Us

BEST DESSERTS THE NAKED CRÊPE BISTRO Runner up: Kellock’s Restaurant BEST VENUE FOR DRINKS MARITIME EXPRESS CIDER CO. Runner up: Library Pub BEST PATIO TROY Runner up: The Port Pub BEST CRAFT BREWERY WAYFARERS’ ALE SOCIETY Runner up: Schoolhouse Brewery

BEST TEA HILL'S GRILLS PANINI PRESS & TEA HOUSE Runner up: North Mountain Fine Coffee

BEST BURGER JOHNNY'S COOKHOUSE Runner up: Library Pub & Paddy’s Pub (tie)

BEST PIZZA HOUSE OF DOUGH Runner up: Lightfoot & Wolfville

BEST SANDWICH EDIBLE ART CAFE Runner up: Hill’s Grills

BEST BAKERY SOURDOUGH COUNTRY BAKERY Runner up: Kate’s Bakery

BEST BUTCHER CANNING VILLAGE MEAT MARKET Runner up: Meadowbrook Farm Meat Market BEST BREAKFAST / BRUNCH CALLISTER’S COUNTRY KITCHEN Runner up: The Naked Crêpe Bistro

BEST WINERY LIGHTFOOT & WOLFVILLE VINEYARDS Runner up: Luckett Vineyards & Domaine de Grand Pre (tie)

BEST CRAFT CIDERY ANNAPOLIS CIDER COMPANY Runner up: Maritime Express Cider Co.

BEST COFFEE NORTH MOUNTAIN FINE COFFEE Runner up: T.A.N.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT BEST LOCAL MUSICIAN KEVIN DAVISON Runner up: Sarah Pound & Mark Riley (tie)

BEST LOCAL BAND BLUESMOBILE Runner up: Mark Riley Project

BEST LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER BRIDGET HAVERCROFT Runner up: Mark Davidson BEST LOCAL VISUAL ARTIST JAMIE CORBIN (PHANTOM EFFECTS) Runner up: Holly Carr

BEST LOCAL AUTHOR AMI MACKAY Runner up: Doretta Groenendyk

BEST LOCAL THEATRE GROUP/COMPANY CENTRESTAGE Runner up: Quick as a Wink

BEST LOCAL ARTISAN / CRAFTER HELLO HANDMADE (ANGIE DOREY) Runner up: Tracy Horsman

BEST GALLERY HARVEST GALLERY Runner up: Hardware Gallery

BEST ART/CRAFT MARKET WOLFVILLE FARMERS MARKET Runner up: Gaspereau Art Market

BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE UNION STREET CAFÉ Runner up: Al Whittle Theatre

BEST DANCE STUDIO CADANCE ACADEMY Runner up: DanceConnexion

BEST VENUE FOR LIVE THEATRE FESTIVAL THEATRE Runner up: CentreStage

PUBLIC SPACES & EXPERIENCES

BEST PLACE TO WALK THE DOG MINER'S MARSH Runner up: Harvest Moon Trail

BEST PLACE FOR A HIKE CAPE SPLIT Runner up: Blomidon Provincial Park

LOCAL BUSINESSES BEST NEW BUSINESS (OPENED IN 2018) MARITIME EXPRESS CIDER CO. Runner up: Glooscap Landing BEST PLACE TO SHOP FOR GIFTS HELLO HANDMADE Runner up: Wild Lily BEST JEWELRY STORE HERBINS JEWELLERS Runner up: DM Reid Jewellers BEST BOOKSHOP THE BOX OF DELIGHTS BOOKSHOP Runner up: Coles Book Store BEST HOME DECOR STORE WINNERS Runner up: Wild Lily BEST MUSIC STORE LONG & MCQUADE Runner up: The Spoke & Note BEST MARKET VENDOR THE NOODLE GUY Runner up: Hello Handmade BEST CLOTHING STORE PHINNEYS Runner up: Jane's Again Boutique BEST SPORTING GOODS STORE SPORT CHEK Runner up: Cleve’s Source for Sports BEST TATTOO PARLOUR EVERLASTING INK Runner up: The Collective Tattoo Studio BEST HAIR SALON THE HEAD SHOPPE Runner up: BeLeaf Salon & Spa BEST BARBER SAILOR BUP'S Runner up: Case Cuts BEST SPA BELEAF SALON & SPA Runner up: Eau Spa BEST YOGA STUDIO THE YOGA BARN Runner up: MoonCoast Yoga BEST GYM MOTIV FITNESS Runner up: Acadia Athletics Complex BEST U-PICK STIRLINGS FRUIT FARMS Runner up: Dempsey Corner Orchards

BEST PLACE TO MEET WITH FRIENDS MARITIME EXPRESS CIDER CO. & KING’S ARMS PUB (tie) Runner up: Paddy’s Pub BEST PLACE TO HOLD AN EVENT MAIN STREET STATION (formerly CORNWALLIS INN) Runner up: Lightfoot & Wolfville BEST PLACE TO HOLD A MEETING OLD ORCHARD INN Runner up: KC Irving Environmental Science Centre

BEST PLACE TO GO ON A DATE TROY Runner up: Maritime Express Cider Co.

BEST PLACE TO TAKE THE KIDS COTTON TALE CAFE + PLAY Runner up: Oaklawn Farm Zoo

BEST PLACE FOR A BIKE RIDE HARVEST MOON TRAIL Runner up: Kentville Gorge

BEST PLACE TO GO SLEDDING BURGHER HILL Runner up: Acadia University (in front of University Hall) BEST TOURIST DESTINATION HALLS HARBOUR Runner up: Wine tours

BEST PLACE TO GO SWIMMING AYLESFORD LAKE Runner up: Kingsport Beach

BEST PLACE TO GO SNOW SHOEING WOODVILLE HIKING TRAILS Runner up: Kentville Gorge

BEST FESTIVAL/EVENT APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL Runner up: Deep Roots Music Festival BEST PLACE TO VOLUNTEER OPEN ARMS Runner up: Kings SPCA

BEST PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE FARMERS MARKETS Runner up: Music Festivals

BEST PUBLIC SPACE MINER’S MARSH Runner up: Kentville Library & Wolfville Waterfront Park (tie)

BEST FARM MARKET STIRLINGS FRUIT FARMS Runner up: Noggins Corner Farm Market

BEST NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION OPEN ARMS Runner up: L'Arche

BEST PLACE TO GET CRAFTY HELLO HANDMADE Runner up: The Clayground Studio BEST COMMUNITY PROJECT OAKDENE PARK Runner up: Uncommon Common Art

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INDEX

Best of the Bunch 2018 .............................................. .p.3 Who’s Who ................................................................ .p.4 Free Classifieds / Eat to the Beat ............................... .p.5

Margaret Drummond's

Star Drop / Free Will Astrology ................................. .p.6

WORD OF THE ISSUE:

Mike Uncorked / Eagle Watch / Art Spot .................... .p.7

Peripeteia (noun):

Community Oven / Your Last Resort .......................... .p.8

A sudden reversal of fortune or change in circumstances, especially in reference to fictional narrative.

Hardware Gallery / Terra Spencer / AVRL .................. .p.9 Wolfville Page ........................................................... .p.10

"A plot twist, or peripeteia, can swiftly turn a mundane sequence of events into a story worth telling!"

Community News / Featurepreneur / Family Fun ...... .p.11 What's Happening / Weeklies / Tides........................ .p.12-14 Acadia Page .............................................................. .p.15

WHO’S WHO

JESSE VAN GESTEL Mike Butler

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BERWICK: Driftwood Restaurant, Jonny's Cookhouse, Luigi's Pizza Palace, North Mountain Coffeehouse, Rising Sun

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ON THE COVER Photograph by David Elliott “The eagle watch has been drawing me back to this location for many years. Now that I am semi-retired I have more time to spend photographing the eagles. I have met people over the years at the eagle watch who have become friends from as far away as France, but so many from Canada and locally. Again this year many hundreds will be around to see the eagles, and I would like to say that visitors should respect the eagles in relation to the distance necessary to capture a photo. They are wildlife and will fly away, so stay a healthy distance.

Over the years I have conducted many workshops teaching people how to use their cameras with settings to capture birds in flight and many other subjects. Anyone interested in a workshop can connect with me through Facebook or email davidelliott1952@gmail.com.”

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2019 marks the tenth anniversary of when I began writing for The Grapevine. This Who’s Who column has always been a favourite of mine to create each issue because there’s never a shortage of wonderful folk to meet, write about, and be inspired by here in the Valley.

We all know people who make our community a better place to live, whether through their business, their personality, or their volunteer contributions. My 2019 Who’s Who opener is a great human being who has carved his spot in our community, and I’m very excited to get to introduce him to you: Charts Café’s Jesse Van Gestel!

I met Jesse the way a lot of us did, through his business: Charts at 16 Elm Avenue, Wolfville.

The buzz that a new owner was going to reopen the existing cafe on Elm was electrifying back in the day, and I couldn’t wait to see a young, fresh face take charge of the business and see where it would go. I was certainly not disappointed with what was to come.

Though both of his parents are from Nova Scotia, Jesse grew up abroad, living in Texas, the Congo, Norway, and Scotland. However, they came back to Nova Scotia every summer so he always considered it home. Jesse went to St. FX for his bachelor’s degree in business and then he did a master’s in business in Grenoble, France.

When I asked Jesse what he did, he answered “I have a café,” which is such an understatement. Yes, Jesse is the owner and operator of Charts Café in Wolfville, but within that business he performs a wide range of tasks, including managing the cafe, working as a barista, making soups and salads, baking fresh breads, cakes, muffins, tarts, and compass buns, and being the face of the café. It’s a tough job to establish and run a new business, but Jesse has made the space his own by offering a similar look and feel to the previous café, but with added personal touches, including different food options, different local coffee, décor, seating arrangement, and operational practices.

How did this come about you wonder? “Before moving to Wolfville,” Jesse comments, “I was living in Victoria, BC, working a corporate office job, but wanted to do something different and more interesting with my life. I was also hoping to move back to Nova Scotia. I loved to cook as a hobby and I love good coffee so when I heard that a coffee shop had closed I saw an opportunity to start my own café and amazingly it has actually happened. Though it has been a lot of work starting and running Charts Café, I love the job. I’m enjoying the baking and cooking as well as making the coffee drinks, and it is wonderful to see all of our regular customers each day and work with great staff every day.”

Running a small business is hard work and takes a lot of your time. But there’s got to be some give and take for leisure activities and down time or else you get burned out. “I haven’t had a whole lot of time this past year for activities outside of work,” Jesse says, “but I enjoy skiing, and go to Martock on occasion, and I am hoping to do some more hiking around the area. I also like going to the Deep Roots and Devour festivals when they are going on, as well as some of the Acadia sporting events.”

Jesse never really thought he would end up living in a small town but now that he’s back, he’s really enjoying what Wolfville is and has to offer him. He says, “Wolfville’s a particularly great place to live, as you have the nice small town feeling while there are also tons of events going on, like all of the festivals, the Acadia Cinema films, and the wide range of theatre productions. I really enjoy going to so many events here in town and incorporating my business into what’s happening here, and I appreciate the culture and activity in town.”

Many have noticed the way Jesse has embraced Acadia University and given Charts a welcoming atmosphere for students and faculty of Acadia. Acadia adds a lot of life to the town and it’s great to see the students at the café enjoying the food and drink, and to see some students working there as well.

The Valley changes with each season, bringing in tourists, and a new crop of students and residents, and there’s lot of small businesses here. When I asked Jesse what his goals were for the new year, and for the years to come, he had lots to say: “My future goals and ambitions are wrapped up in Charts Café. We have started to do a Farm to Table dinner every season, and it’s been very successful. We are getting produce from Emily teBogt’s farm, and we’ll be doing another one in January or February 2019. Long-term I am planning on getting a liquor license and extending Charts Café’s hours into the evenings as a little wine bar where we may also serve small meals and tapas. So hopefully that might happen sometime next year. All of the information you need to contact me or find out about my business can be found through our Facebook page, or certainly pop by the café with questions or concerns.”

In this Best of the Bunch issue of the Grapevine, I’m so honoured to have included Jesse Van Gestel because he is one of them: truly off the Charts! Happy New Year!

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS: Letterpress Valentines Workshop: Jan 26, 1–5pm @ Hardware Gallery, 36 Cornwallis St., Kentville. Co-hosted by Deep Hollow Print and Arquoise Design. Participants will have a chance to design, typeset and print their own custom cards on vintage printing equipment. Limited to a maximum of 6 adults. FEE: $85 +tax, materials included. INFO: deephollowprint@gmail.com NOURISH: Living with Heart – for women: A warm, supportive circle to nourish our hearts and souls. Come bathe in the rich deliciousness of sacred sound and music, heartful ceremony, mindful interactions, and the radiant glow of community. Together let’s celebrate our inner beauty, energy and worthiness! Guided by Heidi Kalyani. Wednesday mornings, 10am–noon, beginning Jan 23 @ Lahara Yoga, Main St. Wolfville.

FEE: $145 for 10 weeks. Pre-registration required.

INFO: heartwideopen.ca/registration Kid Ink Comic Art School: Provides classes for beginners and intermediate youth looking to have fun creating new work and learning new skills.

INFO: kidinkcomics.weebly.com / CottonTale Café, 902-680-1691 Inner Sun Yoga: Yoga suitable for all. 112 Front Street, Wolfville. Wednesday 9:30 Gentle Yoga; Thursday 12:45pm Mobility Yoga; Thursday 5:30pm Gentle Beginner Yoga; Saturday 10am. All levels.

Registration information for Tension and Traumatic Release and Tai Chi on schedule page. INFO: yoga@innersunyoga.ca TAOIST TAI CHI®: Beginners’ Classes Starting Feb 19, 6–8pm and/or Feb. 21, 11am–1pm.

Louis Millet Community Centre, New Minas.

INFO: Mary Anne, 902-678-4609 / kentville@taoist.org VOICE AND PIANO LESSONS: W/Susan Dworkin, NSRMTA, NATS. 27+ years experience. Private lessons.

All ages and levels. Quality, professional instruction.

INFO: susan_dworkin@hotmail.com / 902-300-1001

PRODUCTS & SERVICES: Interior/Exterior Painting, and Cabinets: Women in Rollers does accurate quotes, shows up on time to work, and performs to perfection.

We even leave your home neat and tidy! We have great references! Complimentary design and colour consultations. Call today for your free estimate. INFO: Pamela, 902-697-2926 Errands by Karen: A service for those needing a helping hand. From helping around the home to driving you to outings and appointments, Karen Ferguson provides professional, personalized service. She also performs private blood collection and transports it to the lab. INFO: 902-790-2626 / errandsbykaren@hotmail.com CommUNITY Bus: The CommUNITY Bus service can provide any group or organization in the Kings county and Hants co. area with affordable, accessible transportation. Think about how you might utilize this service; sports teams, staff parties, shopping trips, etc. the list is endless! INFO: 902-790-6637 / communitybusbookings@gmail.com

Handyman Services: I have recently moved to the Valley and would be happy to provide my quality, professional and affordable services, including: repairs and odd jobs, flooring, painting, carpentry, interior and exterior. Please call or text Dennis for a free estimate.

INFO: 506-588-4200

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Combining Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology to enhance your wellness. 16 years experience! Specializing in Anxiety and Depression, Insomnia, Menstrual and Menopausal issues, Digestive health, Ear Acupuncture for Addictions. INFO: Jane Marshall D.TCM, D.Ac located at 112 Front St, Suite 209, Wolfville. 902-404-3374 janemarshallacupuncture.ca

Tommy Guns (Windsor): Karaoke Night (11th, 18th, 25th, 1st) 8pm

Union Street Café (Berwick): Charlie A’Court & Witchitaw (SOLD OUT), $25 (19th) 8pm

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Marshall Lake (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 12 pm

Dooly’s (Greenwood): Karaoke (11th, 18th, 25th, 1st) 8:30pm, Comedy Night w/Jay Malone (11th, 18th, 25th, 1st) 8pm

Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): PM Blues (12th), Broke w/Money/ Jill Boudreau (19th) 8:30pm

Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Steve Lee Duo (24th, 31st) 6:30pm

The Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ (11th, 18th, 25th, 1st) 10pm

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): DJ Billy T (12th, 26th), JSRB Productions (19th) 10pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Open Jam Session (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 7pm, Open Mic (17th) 8pm

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): JSRB Productions (11th, 25th), DJ Billy T (18th) 10pm

SUNDAYS: 13, 20, 27, 3

Oaken Barrel Pub (Greenwood): Trivia Night (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st) 7pm

SATURDAYS: 12, 19, 26, 2

Maritime Express Cider Co. (Kentville): Zakary Miller (10th), Mike Aubé (17th), Sara Ericsson (24th), Justin Wood (31st), Parker Eye (7th) 7pm

Farmers’ Market (Wolfville): Farmers’ Market Music (12th, 26th), Soups On (19th), Zero Waste Day @ The WFM (2nd) 8:30am

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Open Jam (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 8pm

Edible Art Café (New Minas): Bernie Zinck (12th), Kenny Byrka (19th, 26th, 2nd) 12pm

Dooly’s (New Minas): Open Mic (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 8:30pm

The Port Pub (Port Williams): David Filyer Duo (12th, 19th) 12:30pm

Graphic Design: Looking for a logo or business card design? Or other print materials to support your business, group or project? I offer graphic design services and would be happy to work with you!

More than 15 years experience in Wolfville. INFO: heidi@hpkalyani.com

Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): The Hupman Brothers (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 9pm

Horton Ridge Malt House (Grand Pre): Space Paddy Bog People (12th, 19th, 26th, 2nd) 3pm

Osteopathy: It’s a new year and it’s time to get your aches, stiffness and pains under control. I’m a third year student studying Osteopathy working as a Rehabilitative Manual Therapist in Wolfville, NS. I work to restore function, balance and motion in your body through its proper alignment. Questions? Curious how it can help? Please reach out. INFO: 902-300-0253 / marinasmanualtherapy@gmail.com

The Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 10pm

Got Mice?: Do you have a MOUSE problem? Or do you have a HOUSE problem? Got Mice Humane Wildlife Services addresses common and uncommon entry points permanently with guaranteed results. Call for a consultation. INFO: 902-974-1223 / GOTMICE.CA Seamstress: I have been sewing for about 35 years. I specialize in zipper replacement in any type of jacket. I hem pants, and just about any type of sewing job that comes along. I also handcraft leather handbags. INFO: Sheila, 902-670-0663 / spierik@eastlink.ca Massage& Integrative Bodywork – Linda Hughan: Now full time in wolfville! Specializing in Stress Reduction, deep tissue facial/muscular/structural work especially for long standing chronic conditions.

Over 23 years of experience with multiple modality training. Reflexology/Foot Therapy, Logosynthesis INFO: 902-542-5619 / Lindahughan@gmail.com Floor Refinishing: Restore your wood floors with Fine Art Floor Refinishing. Sand, repair, restore and verathane. Free quotes, reasonable rates, insured and locally owned. INFO: Call or email Steven, 902-542-0664 / stevenrhude@ns.sympatico.ca

GENERAL: Kings Community Concert Band: New term begins Jan 7. Mondays, 7:15pm @ Bishops Hall, Greenwich. Under the direction of Holly Lohnes, community band musicians are invited to try an evening practice before joining us. Looking for players of all instruments especially trombone, tuba and saxophones. INFO: Sarah Shears, 902-670-4141 / sarah.m.shears@gmail.com. Find us on Facebook!

(Schedule subject to change) THURSDAYS: 10, 17, 24, 31, 7

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Trivia Night (10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, 7th) 9pm

FRIDAYS: 11, 18, 25, 1 Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Marshall Lake (11th, 18th, 25th, 1st) 12pm King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Adam Cameron (11th), Jon Duggan/ Paul Brushett (18th) 5:30pm Blomidon Inn (Wolfville): Jazz Mannequins (25th, 1st) 6:30pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Island Boys (11th), Joe Murphy (18th), Michael Cada (25th), Lady Rogue (1st) 7:30pm

La Torta Woodfired Pizzeria (Wolfville): Steve Lee Duo (26th, 2nd) 6pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Gordon Tucker (12th), Rip Tide (19th), Todd and Sean (26th), Adam Cameron (2nd) 7pm Oaken Barrel Pub (Greenwood): SWIGgin The Oaken Barrel (12th), Colin Burke (26th) 7pm Lunn’s Mill Beer Co. (Lawrencetown): Ugly Festivus Sweater Party (15th), Live Music w/Justin Wood (22nd) 7pm, Open Mic w/Cheryl Rice (5th) 8pm

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Irish Session (13th, 20th, 27th, 3rd) 8pm MONDAYS: 14, 21, 28, 4 Edible Art Café (New Minas): Ron Edmunds Band (21st) 12pm Union Street Café (Berwick): Matt Mays (SOLD OUT), $40 (28th) 8pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Open Mic (14th, 21st, 28th, 4th) 9pm TUESDAYS: 15, 22, 29, 5 TAN Café (Wolfville): Open Mike & Donna (15th, 22nd, 29th) 7pm Edible Art Café (New Minas): Mike Aube (15th, 29th) 8pm WEDNESDAYS: 16, 23, 30, 6 Edible Art Café (New Minas): Inigo Cuartero (16th, 23rd), Jason Dodwell (30th) 12pm, Steve Lee (6th) 8pm Farmers’ Market (Wolfville): Community Supper & Market (16th, 23rd, 30th, 6th) 4pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Karaoke w/Billy T (16th, 23rd, 30th) 9pm

Schoolhouse Brewery (Windsor): Justin Wood Band (12th), Duo Sonic (19th), The Miths (25th), Local Artists Spotlight (2nd) 6pm

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Computer-generated special effects used in the 1993 film Jurassic Park may seem modest to us now. But at the time they were revolutionary. Inspired by the new possibilities revealed, filmmakers like Stanley Kubrick, George Lucas, and Peter Jackson launched new projects they had previously thought to be beyond their ability to create. In 2019, I urge you to go in quest of your personal equivalent of Jurassic Park’s pioneering breakthroughs.

According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you may be able to find help and resources that enable you to get more serious about seemingly unfeasible or impractical dreams.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I’m a big proponent of authenticity. I almost always advise you to be yourself with bold candor and unapologetic panache. Speak the truth about your deepest values and clearest perceptions. Be an expert about what really moves you, and devote yourself passionately to your relationships with what really moves you. But there is one exception to this approach. Sometimes it’s wise to employ the “fake it until you make it” strategy: to pretend you are what you want to be with such conviction that you ultimately become what you want to be. I suspect now is one of those times for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The students’ dining hall at Michigan State University serves gobs of mayonnaise. But in late 2016, a problem arose when 1250 gallons of the stuff became rancid. Rather than simply throw it away, the school’s Sustainability Officer came up with a brilliant solution: load it into a machine called an anaerobic digester, which turns biodegradable waste into energy. Problem solved! The transformed rot provided electricity for parts of the campus. I recommend you regard this story as a metaphor for your own use. Is there anything in your life that has begun to decay or lose its usefulness? If so, can you convert it into a source of power?

CANCER (June 21-July 22): If you grow vegetables, fruits, and grains on an acre of land, you can feed twelve people. If you use that acre to raise meat-producing animals, you’ll feed at most four people. But to produce the meat, you’ll need at least four times more water and twenty times more electric power than you would if you grew the plants. I offer this as a useful metaphor for you to consider in the coming months. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you should prioritize efficiency and value. What will provide you with the most bang for your bucks? What’s the wisest use of your resources?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Modern kids don’t spend much time playing outside. They have fun in natural environments only half as often as their parents did while growing up. In fact, the average child spends less time in the open air than prison inmates. And today’s unjailed adults get even less exposure to the elements. But I hope you will avoid that fate in 2019. According to my astrological estimates, you need to allocate more than the usual amount of time to feeling the sun and wind and sky. Not just because it’s key to your physical health, but also because many of your best ideas and decisions are likely to emerge while you’re outdoors.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): NASA landed its robotic explorer Opportunity on Mars in January of 2004.

The craft’s mission, which was supposed to last for 92 days, began by taking photos and collecting soil samples. More than 14 years later, the hardy machine was still in operation, continuing to send data back to Earth. It far outlived its designed lifespan. I foresee you being able to generate a comparable marvel in 2019, Virgo: a stalwart resource or influence or situation that will have more staying power than you could imagine. What could it be?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In 1557, Welsh mathematician Robert Recorde invented the equals sign: =. Historical records don’t tell us when he was born, so we don’t know his astrological sign. But I’m guessing he was a

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Libra. Is there any tribe more skillful at finding correlations, establishing equivalencies, and creating reciprocity? In all the zodiac, who is best at crafting righteous proportions and uniting apparent opposites? Who is the genius of balance?

In the coming months, my friend, I suspect you will be even more adept at these fine arts than you usually are.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): There’s a modest, onestory office building at 1209 North Orange Street in Wilmington, Delaware. More than 285,000 businesses from all over the U.S. claim it as their address. Why? Because the state of Delaware has advantageous tax laws that enable those businesses to save massive amounts of money.

Other buildings in Delaware house thousands of additional corporations. It’s all legal. No one gets in trouble for it. I bring this to your attention in the hope of inspiring you to hunt for comparable situations: ethical loopholes and workarounds that will provide you with extra benefits and advantages.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): People in the Solomon Islands buy many goods and services with regular currency, but also use other symbols of worth to pay for important cultural events like staging weddings and settling disputes and expressing apologies. These alternate forms of currency include the teeth of flying foxes, which are the local species of bat. In that spirit, and in accordance with current astrological omens, I’d love to see you expand your sense of what constitutes your wealth. In addition to material possessions and funds in the bank, what else makes you valuable? In what other ways do you measure your potency, your vitality, your merit? It’s a favorable time to take inventory.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In 1984, singersongwriter John Fogerty released a new album whose lead single was “The Old Man Down the Road.” It sold well. But trouble arose soon afterward when Fogerty’s former record company sued him in court, claiming he stole the idea for “The Old Man Down the Road” from “Run Through the Jungle.” That was a tune Fogerty himself had written and recorded in 1970 while playing with the band Creedence Clearwater Revival. The legal process took a while, but he was ultimately vindicated. No, the courts declared, he didn’t plagiarize himself, even though there were some similarities between the two songs. In this spirit, I authorize you to borrow from a good thing you did in the past as you create a new good thing in the future. There’ll be no hell to pay if you engage in a bit of self-plagiarism.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book is a collection of fables that take place in India. Three movies have been made based on it. All of them portray the giant talking snake named Kaa as an adversary to the hero Mowgli. But in Kipling’s original stories, Kaa is a benevolent ally and teacher. I bring this to your attention to provide context for a certain situation in your life. Is there an influence with a metaphorical resemblance to Kaa: misinterpreted by some people, but actually quite supportive and nourishing to you? If so, I suggest you intensify your appreciation for it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Virginia Woolf thought that her Piscean lover Vita SackvilleWest was a decent writer, but a bit too fluid and effortless. Self-expression was so natural to Sackville-West that she didn’t work hard enough to hone her craft and discipline her flow. In a letter, Woolf wrote, “I think there are odder, deeper, more angular thoughts in your mind than you have yet let come out.” I invite you to meditate on the possibility that Woolf’s advice might be useful in 2019. Is there anything in your skill set that comes so easily that you haven’t fully ripened it? If so, develop it with more focused intention.

Homework: I’ve gathered all of the longterm, big-picture horoscopes I wrote for you: bit.ly/YourGloriousStory2019.

SHEFFIELD MILLS EAGLE WATCH 2019 Megan Hodges

Eagle Watch is here again, just in time for refreshed holiday revellers to pop their heads out from blanket forts and head into the world looking for an adventure.

Luckily, Sheffield Mills is close by, and watching dozens of eagles feast in a snowy field qualifies as such an excursion. The weekends of January 26-27 and February 2-3 will see pancake breakfasts, live music, arts and crafts provided by Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, and much more. Eagle watchers will also be joined by the Blomidon Naturalist Society and Ducks Unlimited.

MIKE UNCORKED: FOX ON THE FAIRWAY TEES OFF AT CENTRESTAGE Mike Butler

Happy New Year everyone!

I hope you all had a wonderful, happy, healthy, and successful holiday break and, of course, here’s to a prosperous 2019!

In this Best of the Bunch celebratory issue I’m pleased to be writing about what I think is one of the best entertainment venues in the Valley (and province): CentreStage Theatre on River Street in Kentville. They have a new show opening and a legacy worth mentioning, because even with decades in business, there’s still people who haven’t experienced this little theatre with a big heart!

Since its conception in the early 1980s, CentreStage Theatre has become a glorious institution, offering top-notch dramatic, comedic, musical, and children’s productions to the folks of the Valley and beyond. When I was a kid, growing up in Kentville, CentreStage Theatre and the Paramount Twins Cinema were the places to spend your weekends, taking in films and shows. For years, I was inspired by the volunteer actors that graced the stage and I am honoured to have been one of the many volunteers involved in mounting these wonderful productions over the last nine years.

Acting, directing, producing, stage managing, lighting, set construction, and marketing go into each production, and CentreStage mounts between eight and ten full productions each year, not including their summer kids’ camp productions. It’s a busy spot for the many volunteers and the 15-person board of directors! 2019 is bound to be another very successful year for this fantastic establishment that still finds newcomers entering their doors each weekend.

The list of productions this year includes comedies like The Odd Couple, poignant dramas like The Cemetery Club, local playwright productions like Norm Foster’s Looking, and much more. You can find all the details at centrestagetheatre.ca and there’s always season passes and gift certificates available!

And with the bitter cold outside, what better way to start your new year off and warm yourselves up than a laugh-a-minute comedy

from CentreStage? The 2019 season opener is a wonderful farce from acclaimed playwright Ken Ludwig called Fox on the Fairway. After successful mountings of Ken Ludwig’s Leading Ladies and, most recently, The Game’s Afoot, CentreStage has chosen this witty offering to kick off their year, and you will not be disappointed.

A tribute from Ken Ludwig to the great English farces of the 1930s and 1940s, A Fox on the Fairway takes audiences on a hilarious romp, which pulls the rug out from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club.

Filled with mistaken identities, slamming doors, and over-the-top romantic shenanigans, it’s a furiously-paced comedy that recalls the Marx Brothers’ classics. A charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man’s eternal love affair with...golf.

The play is directed by Alan Tupper and the cast, in order of appearance, includes Ryan McNab, Danielle Lutz, Mike Jorgensen, Bob Cook, Mindy Vinqvist-Tymchuk, and Sandy Davison. All of these actors have graced CentreStage previously and have worked very hard to get this comedy on par with the many that have been staged before. Trust me folks, Fox on the Fairway is gonna be a hole-in-one, so book your tickets fast!

Performance dates are January 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 , February 1, 2, 8, 9, with matinee performances on January 13 and 27 and February 3! Front of House opens at 6:45pm for the evening performances and 1:15 pm for the matinee.

In its 28th year, the Sheffield Mills Eagle Watch continues to grow and inspire folks to get outside and enjoy nature. It is a special time for the community members of Sheffield Mills to roll up their sleeves and work together to create this wonderful winter festival.

We love the rush of visitors to our area to appreciate our naturalized eagle population, and we especially enjoy creating a hot breakfast for everyone. Breakfast is served from 8am-12:30pm daily and costs $8 for adults, $4 children under 12, and is free for children under 4! A gluten-free option is available. A very special thanks to Eos Natural Foods for donating our dry pancake ingredients this year, along with JustUs! Coffee Roasters,

Great Valley Juices, Suprima Farm apple cider and Foxhill milk. Sausages are freshly made by the Canning Meat Market. It doesn’t get more local than this for breakfast!

All funds raised go to the maintenance of the Sheffield Mills Community Hall and projects in surrounding areas.

Eagles are fed at the corner of Middle Dyke Road and Bains Road at 8am and 10am. Please keep your dogs on a leash or in the car to prevent frightening the eagles.

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ART SPOT: SUZANNE PATRY WHO: I am a self-taught artist. When I was younger, I put aside this passion to pursue my first passion, a teaching career, and later a business in wellness practice.

WHAT: Watercolour is my favourite medium.

I came to it through the influence of other artist friends, and more specifically when I received a bursary from the Ministry of Education to study at the Fine Art Faculty of Ottawa University in 1981.

WHERE: Since I moved from Ottawa to the Valley in 2013 I have been dedicated to my art. I have my studio at my residence. I enjoy painting with the Evangeline Artists cooperative and the Valley Brushes twice a week. I find it stimulating, and appreciate the mutual support and sharing of techniques. I show my artwork at the EAC website (evangelineartists.wixsite.com/arts/exhibitions) and have participated in many art shows, including The Acadia Annual Local Art Show, Jack’s Gallery (with the EAC Artists), the Wolfville Art Festival, The Multicultural Festival in Kentville, and at the Apple Bin Art Gallery at Valley Regional Hospital year round.

Tickets: adults $15; seniors/students $12; children, aged 12 and under, $5. CentreStage takes cash or cheques only. Reservations are recommended and are held until 15 minutes before show time. Call 902-678-8040 for reservations.

WHEN: When I joined the artists’ groups I felt I belonged to the artistic world. Also when people comment on my art and buy my

Take the time to ring in the new year by supporting the best in local theatre! Enjoy the show!

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paintings, I know that they touch them. I like to work on a daily basis and prefer mornings.

WHY: Art is a moment with myself that allows me to express my feelings through watercolour, and capture the beauty, the presence, the elegance, the harmony. Artists will tell you that art brings you into a space where time no longer exists.

❧ Suzanne’s watercolours will be on display at the Wolfville Memorial Library, 21 Elm Avenue, throughout the month of January.

I KNOW A PLACE: “Hortonville Pastoral” thelightburns.com

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Random Acts of Kindness Just before Christmas, my friend and I walked into Canning after leaving her car at the garage. We stopped at the library, got some copying done, picked out books from their sale (to be picked up later), and continued to the stores. After shopping, both of us had bags in each hand. We stopped back at the library to pick up our books. We selected even more books, before realizing that we now had too much to carry. We decided to go get the car and then come back for all our parcels. The lovely ladies at the library said not to bother, one of them would drive us to the garage. We never did get their names, but they know who they are. Thank you for showing the true kindness of the season, which sometimes gets lost in the busyness.

— Margot Bishop

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FRONT STREET COMMUNITY WOOD-FIRED OVEN FUNDRAISING EVENT: PIZZA & JAZZ!

YOUR LAST RESORT: HELPING YOU TURN YOUR HOME INTO A RESORT

There is excitement in the air about a new project underway to build a wood-fired community oven in the Robie Tufts Nature Park in downtown Wolfville. The idea has been in the works since November 2017, with efforts going into getting support from the community and working through the process of getting the project approved by the Town of Wolfville.

The community oven was officially supported by council last summer, and the planning has been gaining momentum ever since. The oven and its surrounding structure will begin construction in the spring, as soon as the ground thaws.

Valley homes are about to get a lot more organized thanks to a team of three women in Kentville who have recently launched Your Last Resort Home Organization and Staging.

ideas. The team will come in and decorate your house, using your own possessions, for Christmas, harvest time, or any other special occasions.

Laura Churchill Duke, Jennifer Williams Saklofske, and Raina Noel came together earlier this summer to help a mutual friend, a busy full-time working mom of little children, organize her home as a birthday present.

After the day’s work, the three friends realized the impact they had made, and also how much they liked working together.

The sort package helps people declutter an area of their home that might be out of control and perhaps causing general anxiety. This package is also great for those who are moving and want to downsize beforehand.

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In the meantime, the team behind the project is putting together a fundraiser to take place on January 20 from 5-9pm at the Noodle Guy in Port Williams. This is a chance to bring people together and share in a meal, do some dancing and get excited about the project. It will also be a chance for people to share their feedback about how the oven might be used in the community over the coming years.

The event will include topping your pizza with gourmet toppings provided by amazing artisanal producers and Ross the Noodle Guy. There will be gourmet appetizers, local beverages, and jazzy, danceable tunes by Mark Riley and the High Tide Shuffle. It’s going to be a fun evening of getting together and sharing in food and music.

The cost for the evening is $50/person or $90 for 2 tickets. All the money raised from the event will go into the funds for the Front Street Community Wood-Fired Oven. If you are unable to make it to the event, but want

to contribute to the project, we would truly appreciate your support. Visit wolfvilleoven. com to learn more about the project, to buy tickets, or to donate money through our Go Fund Me campaign. If you donate $100 or more, you will get your name on the building to say thanks for your support.

We are also starting to compile a list of volunteers to help with the project. If you have any interest in helping in the planning or building of the project, or in volunteering to host the oven when it is up and running, please sign up through our website (wolfvilleoven.com).

This is where you can also sign up to get our newsletter.

We hope to see you there. If you have any questions, please contact us at hello@wolfvilleoven.com.

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According to Churchill Duke, this was the catalyst that set the plan in motion. They decided to take the show on the road, and Your Last Resort was born. “The idea is to help other people declutter and organize their homes, giving them a fresh new look, especially when they feel they are at their wit’s end, or last resort,” she says.

“We are all busy working mothers and time has become our most precious commodity,” says Williams Saklofske. “Time for family, career, home, friends, and ourselves often leaves us feeling like we are playing a daily game of Tetris – trying to make room for everything and often feeling like we never do.”

Your Last Resort offers three different packages, for either a half or full day. The first is seasonal staging: With all the things you have to do to get ready for the holidays, decorating the house can be low on your priority list. Or, perhaps you don’t enjoy decorating, can physically no longer decorate, or are looking for some fresh

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Finally, the sort and stage package is the most popular concept. If people are at a loss for how to decorate their homes, or want a new look, the Your Last Resort team will come in and restage your house, using your own possessions, and decluttering during the process.

This is particularly helpful when preparing to sell your house.

All packages come with a free consultation, full confidentiality, and ensure you have full ownership over any decisions about what to keep and what to toss.

“I was not overwhelmed with decisions,” says Sharon Churchill Roe of Hantsport, who had her house sorted and staged. “The reason I had done nothing in my home was that I had no idea what to do. It was so nice to have someone who knew what they were doing come in and make the decisions.”

Your Last Resort covers from Berwick to Hantsport, but is also willing to travel to help those in need. For more information, visit yourlastresort.ca or find them on Facebook.

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ANNAPOLIS VALLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY NEWS Angela Reynolds and Tim Jackson

The Best of Books for Kids and Teens

“Stormchips” by Jack Bishop

ADVENTURES IN ADVERTISING WITH JACK BISHOP AT KENTVILLE’S HARDWARE GALLERY Submitted

Artist Jack Bishop delivers up his new show Adventures in Advertising at Kentville’s Hardware Gallery from January 8 to February 10, 2019. An opening reception, with the artist in attendance, will be held at the Gallery 7-9pm, Thursday, January 10, 2019. All are welcome.

Jack Bishop is originally from Quispamsis, NB. He received a BFA from NSCAD University in Halifax in 2007 with a minor in drawing.

Returning to NB after graduating, he worked in a studio in Nauwigewauk for several years, during which time he was awarded the Arts NB Emerging Artist of the Year.

The theme for Jack’s show at The Hardware Gallery is Adventures in Advertising. “For the last 13 years, the subject matter in my paintings has explored car-culture, consumerism, and urban sprawl,” Jack says. “I’ve made series of work with cars in parking lots, shoppers pushing carts through grocery store checkouts, and gridded collaged landscapes of real estate magazines. My current paintings revisit the idea of Canadian landscape in terms not of natural but of commercial space, where ubiquitous retail outlets dictate use of the land and proclaim its occupation. I like the idea of subverting the romanticized untouched Canadian environment, iconized in art history in such celebrated work as the Group of

Every year our resident expert in children’s books compiles “Best of” lists for children’s and teen books. Reading on her own, and recommending her favourites, as well as browsing the year-end booklists, Angela compiles lists for our Valley readers. Head to the library’s website at valleylibrary.ca, and click on “Book Room” on the toolbar. There you will find a drop down menu with links to booklists. Under “Kids’ Booklists” you’ll find lists of the best chapter books, picture books, and informational books of 2018. Under teen booklists, look for “Best New Teen Books.”

Each list is full of great books for your young readers. And with one click, you can place a hold and have those books delivered to the library nearest you. Check it out, and happy reading in 2019!

Seven. Over the time of working with these themes I’ve become fascinated with presenting advertisements within my paintings. Commercialism and advertising is so mainstream that we are desensitized to it, but under the frame of landscape painting something changes, and we’re left to question intention. For this exhibition, I decided to take the opportunity to curate a show of work focusing on billboards and tractor-trailer ads. The paintings shown are a range of work and I believe show a breadth of approaches to my process. I want my paintings to represent a sense of excess and consumption while remaining open to interpretation; ranging from romantic, folksy, or humorous to politically-charged with appropriation and environmental impact.”

Wolfville Memorial Library Innovation Lab Adds Media Equipment

Jack shows his paintings regularly between NB and NS. His work is in numerous public and private collections across Canada, including The NB Art Bank, The NS Art Bank, The Canada Council Art Bank, The Department of Foreign Affairs, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, TD Bank, McCain, and Stewart McKelvey Law Firm. Jack now lives in Halifax with his wife Jamie and their dog Ted (jackbishop.tumblr. com Instagram @j.bish).

This project will provide free access to digital media technology that encourages exploration, learning, play, and creativity to the public that otherwise may be discouraged from participating in these creative processes by the high cost of audio-video technologies.

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TERRA SPENCER’S YEAR OF FIRSTS Kim Barlow

The Wolfville Memorial Library Innovation Lab has been fitting out their Media Lab with equipment for audio and video recording and post-production. The Multi-Media Makery is a project designed to bring the community together for creative collaboration.The Lab offers an audio recording studio and HQ video recording and editing equipment, as well as free lessons in audio recording/production, video editing, songwriting, and much more.

Volunteers with skills to share will be matched with people from the local community who are eager to learn.

Funding for this project has been generously granted by @NS, Community Technology. @NS provides communities with affordable access at close to 200 sites throughout the province.

In community technology sites you can access the internet, learn basic computer skills, discover new and emerging technologies, access government services and online education, and learn and share with others!

session on Wednesday, January 23, from 5pm to 7pm for a tour of the facility and opportunities to sign up for classes or volunteer.

Meet the team and find out how you can get involved!

Kentville Library Book Launch Party: Wade Albert White Wade Albert White’s third book in his Adventurer’s Guide series, The Adventurer’s Guide to Treasure (and How to Steal It), will be released in early January. We’ll be launching the book with a book party, and Wade will be here to read from the new book and sign copies. We’ll have a bookseller on hand so you can also buy your very own copy.

There will be fun! There will be riddles! There will be adventure! There might even be cake!

Space is limited so sign up at valleylibrary.ca/ event/book-launch-party-wade-albert-white Saturday, January 12, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Kentville Library, 440 Main Street Snow date: January 19, 1 - 3pm.

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The Wolfville Memorial Library Innovation Lab is inviting all to attend an information

Like many folks on that magical weekend, I discovered Terra Spencer’s music at the Deep Roots Music Festival back in September. A lyric about “my whole world wrapped up in a Sponge Bob quilt” came over the backstage speaker and had me crying in the green room.

There is a well-founded buzz about Terra Spencer. She is a skilled instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter, and her music has a gentle, singular beauty.

Every songwriter should get the start in music that Terra has had. When she was a kid, Jim Aulenbach taught her the rudiments of piano and also encouraged her to explore and invent. This gave her a large musical vocabulary, which is evident in the unexpected corners her songs sometimes turn. She taught herself guitar, and sang with friends, but her talents lay mostly dormant for some years, relegated to playing the organ at funerals. She married young, started a family, and became a funeral director. She lives in Windsor, 25 minutes from where she grew up on the Kempt Shore.

She has rarely left, has never been out of the country, and somehow never ate fish and chips in her life until this year.

One day Ryan Cook showed up at Spencer’s door and hired her to sing backup on a Maritime tour, and then to help him finish writing songs for his next album. The experience sparked a feverish period of writing her own songs. Meanwhile, she learned the ropes of the studio working on Ryan’s album, gained more experience backing up Gabriel Minnikin, and started performing some of her new songs at Ryan’s shows. In short order, Spencer has built a body of work that is now fully ready to be shared with the world.

Spencer’s first album, Other People’s Lives, began one year ago, the day after she performed

her first solo concert. It was recorded in Windsor with engineer Jake Smith, except for a few tracks recorded at home on her phone (listen for the dog’s bark). The album captures the intimacy of her voice and guitar, with some tasteful layers played almost entirely by Terra and Jake, plus some guest guitar, horns, and vocals here and there. The songs have detailed narratives that require attention and don’t disappoint. Her voice and the shape of the songs are easy on the ears, so if your attention drifts from the lyrics for a second, that’s okay too. She cites influences from her grandfather’s Chet Atkins records to Levon Helm and Elton John, to lesser-known treasures like Judee Sill and Connie Converse.

In February Spencer will head to Ontario for a tour playing in Ryan Cook’s band and opening for him, as well as showcases at Folk Alliance International in Montreal. After that, she may continue on with Ryan for a tour of the UK --she hasn’t decided yet. If she does it will be another first, in what promises to be another auspicious year of music-making for Terra Spencer.

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ET K C I T Y A W EA GIV CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO: Homemade Chinese Dinner

Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick. Friday, Jan 25, 5pm.

Draw date: Jan 20. Enter all draws: valleyevents.ca/win

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A cultivated experience for the mind, body, and soil.

Did you know the Town of Wolfville is amending its Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw?

For those following the current Amendment to the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw for the Craft Beverage Industry, we are between points ’e’ and 'f" – Town Council considers the amendment received at the Committee of the Whole Meeting on January 8th 2019.

What is the process for ...

Amending the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw in Wolfville ?

The process for making a change to the Municipal Planning Strategy is known as making an 'Amendment'. The various stages of this process are listed below.

Consultation & Advice a. Amendment Initiated

Council gives the go ahead to create an amendment to the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS)

b.Town Staff Report to Planning Advisory Committee (P.A.C.)

Staff prepare a report for PAC outlining the proposed amendment. PAC review the report and send their recommendation to Council

c.

Public Participation Meeting (PPM)

A public meeting is organized for Town Planning Staff to explain the proposed amendment to the public, take questions and answer any concerns

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PAC to review Approval/Amendment

After the consultation with the public the PAC will review all information and forward their recommendation to Council

Consideration e.Amendment Consideration

Council will provide notice of their intention to allow the amendment to take place

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First Reading

Council gives first reading of the amendment

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Public Notice

Two advertisements will be placed in a local newspaper. The first ad will be placed 14 days before the Public Hearing date, with a second ad being placed in the same paper, the following week. A copy of the ad will also be sent to municipalities and villages that are adjacent to Wolfville and may be affected by the change

h. Public Hearing

A public meeting is organized so that the public can voice any concerns or provide comments to Council

Decision i.

Second Reading: Decision

Following the public hearing, Council decides whether to accept the amendment or not

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No Appeal Period

After Council have made a decision there is no right of appeal

k.

Provincial Review

The Provincial Minister/Director of Planning reviews the amendment for consistency along with statements of provincial interest and conflict with the law

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Amendment in Effect

The amendment is approved, published and in effect.

Did you know the Town of Wolfville is doing a comprehensive review of it's Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw?

IN WITH THE NEW: NEW VALLEY BUSINESSES TO WATCH Chrismaria Family Restaurant New Minas This highly anticipated South Indian restaurant is now open in New Minas! You can eat in, take-out, or hire them to cater an event.

Dishes include Indian favourites like channa masala, butter chicken, mutton biriyani, and vegetable korma. Located at 8934 Commercial Street in New Minas. chrismaria.org Noble Grape Coldbrook You may have noticed that the Noble Grape has changed locations in Coldbrook. The spacious, newly-renovated building can be found at 7116 Highway 1, Coldbrook (right across the street from the previous location). More room for creating delicious wines! noblegrape.ca Crave Studio Kentville Crave Studio also got new digs! The hair and tanning salon was formerly located in

Coldbrook, and can now be found at 373 Main St, Kentville in the town square. The business is now completely focused on hair services at the new location. cravestudio.my-free.website Last Resort Home Organizing & Staging Kentville For those who are feeling the need to downsize, declutter, organize, or make your home look great for a special occasion and need a little professional help! The team at Last Resort can help you sort, stage, and decorate your home. yourlastresort.ca

Give Me a Paw Doggy Day Spa Kentville The new dog spa located at 4822 Highway 12, Kentville hosted a grand opening in November. Get your dog washed, trimmed, groomed, and ready for a strut around the dog park! givemeapawdoggydayspa.setmore.com.

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FEATUREPRENEUR: RAISING THE (WINE) BAR IN THE VALLEY Genevieve Allen Hearn

Winegrunt Wine Bar opened in Windsor last summer, and it offers the kind of experience one would expect to find in a European city. It is brimming with rustic charm, hosts live music, has a wide selection of wines, and organizes events that offer experiences that are both intellectual and convivial. Owners Robert Buranello and Astrid Friedrich gave The Grapevine some insight into their business venture.

GV: January is a month when people often choose to go ‘dry’ after a month of over-indulging. What is your wine-drinking philosophy?

R&A: Our wine-drinking philosophy is that it should be enjoyed responsibly. In cases where there is a designated driver amongst a group of guests, that person gets non-alcoholic drinks on the house. Furthermore, if there is any possibility of drunkenness, we indicate the orange rotary dial phone on the wall with local taxi numbers below. That phone has only been used to call a taxi because of intoxication once, and it was done very responsibly.

GV: What makes Windsor the ideal spot for your wine bar?

R&A: We chose Windsor because of its history (the “Athens of Nova Scotia,” Fort Edward, etc.), developed infrastructure, three wineries in the Avon River area, its freshwater lake

OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO GO IN THE WINTER Laura Churchill Duke

With winter here, sometimes it’s easy to become a hermit, but I encourage you to get outside, and maybe outside of your comfort zone, this season. Here are our favourite places to go and activities to do in the winter in the Annapolis Valley.

1. Go for a hike People don’t often think about hiking in the winter, but it is a beautiful time to explore.

Check out the frozen waterfalls at the Woodville trails, or enjoy the beauty of the snow on the trees at the Acadia nature trail. Hike one of your favourite trails and notice the differences the winter brings.

2. Go skating outside It’s one thing to go skating in the arena, but have you tried skating outside, perhaps in the moonlight? I grew up on the Port Williams pond, but most communities have a outdoor skating spot, and a system to let you know if the ice is safe or not.

3. Try a new outdoor winter sport Most of the recreation departments have free equipment rentals, from snowshoes (like Wolfville and Kentville) to cross-country skis (Woodville). Take advantage of this great service!

4. Build a snowman in a unique place It’s amazing how a snowman can make someone smile. I noticed one recently on a bench going into Wolfville. Why not build one on a neighbour’s lawn? At a nursing home? At the entrance to town? Let everyone enjoy this winter fun!

5. Curl up and read a book Take your reading to a new location like a local library, or sit in front of a roaring fire at the Irving Centre on the Acadia campus.

6. Try coasting on a new hill Don’t always hit the same hills for sledding, explore a new hill! Our favourites are Burgher Hill in Kentville, or the hill behind Port Williams Elementary School.

7. Go on a sleigh ride There are still a couple of places in the area that offer sleigh rides. Grab your friends and neighbours and some warm blankets and enjoy the sights and sounds of winter.

❧ Directions to hikes, locations of outdoor skating ponds and sledding hills, and contacts for sleigh rides can all be found at ValleyFamilyFun.ca. Need a suggestion?

Email info@valleyfamilyfun.ca

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The Grapevine (GV): Tell us about the concept of Winegrunt Wine Bar. Were you inspired by other places you’ve visited?

Robert Buranello and Astrid Friedrich (R&A): We wanted to open a place that reflected some of the realities of our experiences in the local wine industry. When we first arrived, we worked at some local wineries, “at the most basic level,” in order to gain that all-important, basic, practical knowledge. We did much of the “grunt” work of the local wine industry so we were “winegrunts.” We also continued to read a lot about wine and got proper training. We applied some aspects of our former training as academics to this new avenue of our lives.

Yes, to some degree, we incorporated elements of other places we visited. In particular, we were influenced by our years in Cape Town, South Africa, our travels throughout Europe (primarily in Italy, France, and Germany), and our years in the US, especially California.

However, one very important thing we did get from all those different places throughout the world is that the most attractive and successful places drew inspiration from their immediate surroundings. Our décor, and food and drink menus, are all locally-sourced and inspired.

VALLEY FAMILY FUN

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(Lake Pisiquid), and, of course, its location.

Windsor is “the gateway town” to the Valley.

Its location as the closest town to Halifax has helped us attract people from the city. People from further up the Valley come to our place in Windsor to catch live jazz, for example, because of the quality musicians we attract, and the fact that the drive is so much shorter than going into Halifax.

GV: A Sense of Terroir was an interesting event you held in November that looked at the cartography of the Valley’s wine region, while pairing food with local wines. Are you planning on hosting more unique events this year?

R&A: A Sense of Terroir was a resounding success. The idea of pairing local food and wine over a gorgeous soils map that indicates all the most salient elements of our local terroir was inspired by a recent trip to Barolo, Piedmont.

However, with the map that we commissioned from Marcel Morin’s Lost Art Cartography, we feel we did an even more impressive job with our terroir. Yes, we have more events planned. There will be one event per month at Winegrunt Wine Bar. We have one planned for January 22 with an Acadian theme involving another excellent local winery.

GV: What is your best piece of advice for anyone opening a business in the Annapolis Valley?

R&A: GO LOCAL. By that we mean to underscore the beauty and bounty of your surroundings and involve local people as much as possible. We try to do that with our wines (90% of our extensive list is local), food (our chef is from the Windsor area, and we source almost all our food locally, from farms, farm markets, etc.), décor (our interior reflects the rail, shipbuilding, and agricultural history of Windsor and the Avon River Valley, with local artists using our space as a kind of gallery for their paintings), and music, where we get local

Welcome to a new little column we are calling Lost and Found. Tell us your tales of items lost, items found, and the stories in between.

It’s already the new year, but we’ll start with a little magic left over from the holiday season. Wolfville’s Fezziwig production, ’Twas the Wolf Before Christmas, was, as Fezziwig always is, a rollicking holiday adventure, but this year some of its charm extended beyond the stage.

Four-year-old Henry Gadon was in the audience, clutching a new inch-tall dinosaur he’d procured from the lost and found at the Wolfville Memorial Library (where it had been housed for over a month, never having been retrieved by its original owner). Henry was already happily offering the new-tohim dino the very best of community life in Wolfville: a night out, a community-led artistic production, and his very first time seeing Mike Butler on stage. Alas, by the time Mr. Gadon was carried home, fast asleep, the dino was nowhere to be found. A call was put out, and none other than Wendy Elliott, director of this year’s production, solved the mystery. An usher had found the dino, and by the end of the Fezziwig weekend, the town had had its tongue-in-cheek holiday musical extravaganza, and Henry had his dino back.

That wasn’t, however, the end of the magic of items lost and items found at Fezziwig.

musicians to play jazz, blues, soul, maybe some R&B. Many are immediately local but others come from Halifax and surrounding area. If you want appeal to the local community and be part of the fabric of the town you are living and working in, get invested locally. We are involved in town committees and many other aspects of Windsor and Hants County, and also have become members of a number of

“A little girl named Charity from the Greenwood area came to the show Friday evening and bought some previously loved jewelry from the Kings Kikima Grannies. She was excited to find a necklace with stones like her birthstone, but the necklace got dropped and she lost it,” says Elliott. “On Saturday it had been found. I put the photo on the Fezziwig Facebook page and it was shared 42 times. Charity has the necklace back now.”

All may seem well that ends well, but there’s one more mystery afoot at Festival Theatre: “If only we could discourage the prankster who’s left dentures in the Festival Theatre washrooms both of the last two years of the production,” says Elliott. “What’s up with that!?”

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wine clubs at the local wineries. If you talk the talk, you must also walk the walk.

❧ Winegrunt is located at 43 Water Street in Windsor. Learn more about Winegrunt and keep up-to-date on their events by visiting winegrunt.com.

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Send your events to listings@grapevinepublishing.ca Please note: Events are subject to change.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 10

Chase the Ace — Paddy's Pub, Kentville 6–7:30pm • Chase the Ace for Valley Cheer Athletics. At the 7:30pm draw, we will announce the winner: if you are not present, we will call you and make the draw with your permission. Starting jackpot $500! TIX: Tickets 1/$2, 3/$5 and 10/$10. INFO: 902-599-1833 / cskeddy@hotmail.ca Jam Session — Community Centre, Wilmot 7–9:30pm.

Also Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb 7 • Jam session with snack TIX: $2 INFO: 902-825-3125

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11

Supper — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5–7pm • Spaghetti, caesar salad and garlic bread. For dessert enjoy a slice of homemade chocolate zucchini cake or carrot cake! TIX: $8 a plate, $2 for dessert INFO: 902-300-9340 Dance: Meredith — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7–11pm • Ages 19+ TIX: $5 INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7–8:57pm. Also Jan 12, 2pm • Into the Spider-Verse” introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales, and the limitless possibilities of the SpiderVerse, where more than one can wear the mask.

Rated PG. TIX: $11 Adult $8 Youth, aged under 18 years $10 with Film Buff card All prices include HST INFO: 902-532-7704 / mk@kingstheatre.ca

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12

Community Breakfast — Masonic Hall, 110 Mill St, Berwick 7:30–10:30am • Enjoy someone else making and serving you breakfast! TIX: $8 Adult, $3 Children, Lodge Tours free! INFO: 902-538-8351 Breakfast — Lions Club, Kentville 8–10am • Lions Breakfast TIX: $7 and $4. INFO:902-679-2367 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com Valley Trekkers Volkssport Club — Ultramar, Park St. Corner Store, 11 Park St., Kentville 10am • Registration begins at 9:30am for walking at 10am. This is a 5/10 km, 1 B walk. INFO: 902-678-5609 Annapolis Valley Decorative Artists — Fire Hall, Greenwich 10am–4pm • General meeting from 10am–12pm, and an educational seminar in Watercolour from 12–4pm. All are welcome. INFO: 902-765-8254 / robinbradshaw15@gmail.com F2: Fun and Frustration — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 1–3:45pm • An upcoming Telugu comedy drama film starring Venkatesh, Varun Tej, Tamannaah Bhatia and Mehreen Pirzada in lead roles. TIX: $15 adult, $10 children INFO: alwhittletheatre.ca Texas Holdem Poker — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 3pm • Come out for some Texas Holdem Poker.

Play for your chance to win gift cards!! Bring your own chips. Decks will be provided! TIX: $20 INFO: 902-538-9340 Freaks and Geeks: The Documentary in Wolfville — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–9:30pm • Freaks and Geeks: The Documentary reunites the show's original cast and catches up with the creative geniuses behind it who reveal some of the untold stories and pivotal moments of making the cult classic. Q&A with producer to follow the screening. TIX: $10 at door INFO: alwhittletheatre.ca

SUNDAY, JANUARY 13

New Year's Celebration Open Mic / Open House — Gaspereau Church, Gaspereau 10am • A Mix and Mingle. All ages Welcome to Participate.

Baby Sitting and Refreshments Provided. INFO: Info@gaspereau.ca Waffle Swing Dance and Brunch pt 2 — The Yellow House, Wolfville 10:30am–1pm • Waffles and swing music provided. Waffle toppings are up to you. Dancing is as you like it, with a fair bit of Lindy Hop. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-580-5393 / jer.banks@gmail.com Thai Luncheon — Lions Club, Wolfville 12–2pm • Thai red curried chicken with vegetables served over rice (vegan option available).Canadian desserts made from scratch. Coffee or tea. Proceeds for the Acadia University Branch Lions Club TIX: $12 adults, children under 5 free. INFO: wolfvillelionsclub@hotmail.com Ray Legere & The Alan Jeffries Band - Bluegrass — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 2–4pm • Ray Legere, a native of Amherst, NS, is one of Canada’s premiere fiddle/mandolin players. Annapolis Royal resident, Alan Jeffries has been called one of the best guitar players in Nova Scotia. Tickets on sale in advance online, by phone, at the Theatre, and at the door.

TIX: General : $24.35 + hst, Members: $20.85 + hst, Youth: $10.45 + hst INFO: 902-532-7704 / mk@kingstheatre.ca 12 | January 10 – February 7, 2018

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Pool — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 3pm • A great way to spend an afternoon. TIX: $3 INFO: 902-538-9340 / gillyflowergarden@rocketmail.com Social Ballroom Dancing — Community Centre, Port Williams 3–5pm. Also Jan 20, 27 • DanceTime at Port Williams invites you to join them for their weekly dance practice sessions. Previous dance experience and having a dance partner are required to join the club! TIX: $15 per person per semester. (Oct–Jan, Feb–May) First visit is free. INFO: DanceTime.PortWilliams@gmail.com Fundy Cinema screens DAS SCHWEIGENDE KLASSENZIMMER (THE SILENT REVOLUTION) — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • In 1956 East Germany, a group of senior high school students observes two minutes of silence in solidarity with the victims of the Hungarian uprising, which leads to a political battle of wills with potentially serious repercussions for those involved. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050 Lions Turkey Supper — Lions Club, Middleton 5pm • Middleton and District Lions Club are holding a Turkey Supper community fundraiser. Take out available. Wheelchair accessible. TIX: $12 adult; $6 children under 12 INFO: 902-824-4292

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Jam Session — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 7–9:30pm. Also Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4 • TIX: $2 INFO: 902-681-6972 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com Valley Gardeners Meeting — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 7:30–9:30pm • Dr. Allison Walker from Acadia University will speak to us about mushrooms.

All are welcome to attend, TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5008 / alsopje@icloud.com

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15

Health Talks: Falls Prevention and Seniors — Kings Riverside Court, Kentville 2–3pm • Preventing falls is important to maintain quality of life. Kathleen Mulherin, occupational therapist, will look at strategies to help prevent falls. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5414 / info@vrhfoundation.ca 45's Card Party — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7pm. Also Jan 22, 29 • Join us for Auction 45's, Nova Scotia's card game! 50?50 draw too. Weekly. Nonmembers welcome. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16

Sunday Morning Breakfast — Hants Community Centre, Rm 4, Lions Den 7:30–9:30am • Presented by the Windsor and District Lions. Scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, beans, home fries, pancakes, toast, tea/coffee. TIX: $7 INFO: 902-798-8143 / bodean1@bellaliant.net First of 2019 Luncheon — United Baptist Church, Port Williams 11:30am–1pm • Hamburger Soup/Corn Chowder luncheon. As always we will be offering a great array of delicious desserts, fresh breads, tea and coffee. Snow date: Jan 17. TIX: $8. INFO: 902-542-3681 / pburden@ns.sympatico.ca Valley Youth Project Drop In — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 6:30–8:30pm • A social dropin for 2SLGBTQ+ youth and allies, 25 years & under. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-702-9473 / valleyyouthproject@gmail.com Jam Session — Lions Club, Kentville 7–9:30pm.

Also Jan 23, 30, Feb 6 • Music, fun and fellowship.

All styles and abilities welcome. Bring along a snack for the 8:30 potluck lunch and receive a free 50/50 ticket. TIX: $2 INFO: 902-679-2367 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com Fundy Cinema screens THREE IDENTICAL STRANGERS — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Filmmaker Tim Wardle documents the investigation into why three identical triplet brothers, who meet by chance in their 20s, were separated at birth and adopted by separate families in a gripping emotional account of a real-world medical conspiracy. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17

Jam Session — Community Centre, Wilmot 7–9:30pm.

Also Jan 24, 31 • Jam session with snack TIX:$2 INFO: 902-825-3125 Royal Canadian Legion (Windsor Branch) Monthly Meeting — Fort Edward Mall, Windsor 7:30pm. New members always welcome. INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com / windsorlegion.ca

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18

Supper — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5–7pm • Come have a delicious 'home-cooked' meal with us.

Takeout Available! TIX: Supper $8, Desserts $2 INFO: 902-538-9340 / gillyflowergarden@rocketmail.com

Dance: The Island Boys — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7–11pm • Ages 19+. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com The Madness of George III — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–10pm • It’s 1786 and King George III is the most powerful man in the world. But his behaviour is becoming increasingly erratic as he succumbs to fits of lunacy. Written by Alan Bennett, this play stars Mark Gatiss (Sherlock, Wolf Hall). TIX: $15 at the door. INFO: ntlive@justuscoffee.com Name that Tune with Sal — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7:30pm • Name that tune with the Real Deal DJ Sal. Playing tunes of all genres. Bring your own team or find one here! Prizes and fun! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-9340

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19

Big Breakfast — Lions Club, Wolfville 7–10am • Wolfville and District Lions Club will be holding their Monthly Big Breakfast. Everyone is welcome!

TIX: $7 for adults, $4 children 10 and under. INFO: KimStewarthome@outlook.com Community Breakfast — Windsor Legion, Fort Edward Mall, Windsor 7:30–10am • Hosted by the Windsor Legion Branch #009 and the Navy League Cadets of Canada. Bacon, Sausage, Ham, Eggs, Pancakes, Hash browns, Toast, and Baked Beans, Juice, Coffee and Tea. TIX: $6 adult, $4 children 6–12 years, under 6 years free. Takeout is available. INFO: 902-798-0888 Breakfast — United Church, Aylesford 8–11am • Delicious homemade pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, sausages, toast, tea, coffee and juice.

Wheelchair accessible. TIX: donation INFO: 902-847-9624 / aylesfordunitedchurch@gmail.com Breakfast — Curling Club, Middleton 8–10:30am • Bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, pancakes, baked beans, toast, juice, coffee and tea in a friendly atmosphere. Proceeds to help with the the Curling Club operational expenses. TIX: donation INFO: 902-825-2695 / bemorine@hotmail.com Mark Roberts — Windsor Elms Village, Falmouth 2pm • Bringing the gift of music to my friends at the Windsor Elms. I'll be playing in the lounge in Fundy View Terrace. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-691-2552 / j.mark.roberts@gmail.com Indoor Washer Toss Tourney — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 2pm • Indoor Washer Toss Tourney, draw for partners. Prizes, food & 50/50. Lots of fun and a great way to get an outdoor sport inside! TIX: $5 a head INFO: 902-538-9340 Gospel Concert — United Church, Aylesford 7pm • An evening of Gospel Music featuring Wanda Beaudoin, Dave Kay, Addison Locke and Andrew Morash. TIX: donation INFO: 902-847-9624 / aylesfordunitedchurch@gmail.com Dance: Route 12 — Lions Club, Coldbrook 9pm– 12:30am • 50/50, Door prize! TIX: $7 per person INFO: 902-678-8013 / mandklunn@gmail.com

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20

Pizza & Jazz — The Noodle Guy Mercato, Port Williams 5–9pm • Join us for top your own pizza night with food from Ross the Noodle Guy, tunes from Mark Riley and the High Tide Shuffle, and local beverages.

Fundraiser for Front St Community Oven in Wolfville.

TIX: $50 per ticket or 2/$90 @ Just Us! Cafe (Wolfville), The Noodle Guy INFO: 902-692-9421 / hello@wolfvilleoven.com Free Solo — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 2–3:40pm • A stunning, intimate and unflinching portrait of the free soloist climber Alex Honnold, as he prepares to achieve his lifelong dream: climbing the face of the world’s most famous rock – the 3,000ft El Capitan in Yosemite National Park – without a rope.

Celebrated as one of the greatest athletic feats of any kind, Honnold’s climb set the ultimate standard: perfection or death. PG-13 TIX: $11 Adult, $8 Youth, aged under 18 years, $10 with film Buff card INFO: 902-532-7704 / mk@kingstheatre.ca Fundy Cinema screens AT ETERNITY'S GATE — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • Set during the painter's tumultuous and artistically possessed final years in the small Provençal town of Arles, director Julian Schnabel attempts to imagine what Vincent van Gogh (Willem Dafoe) was really like in an unconventional, flowingly intuitive and celebratory biopic. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050 Hymn Sing — United Baptist Church, Wolfville Ridge 7–9pm • Special guests are "Sweet Soul". A time for fellowship and refreshment to follow. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-3419 Pierre Lapointe en Spectacle — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–9:30pm • Quebec’s star Pierre Lapointe and celebrated classical musicians Philip Chiu and Cameron Crozman come together to present a memorable concert. TIX: $40 (general), $30 (students) @ Acadia University Box Office INFO: 800-542-8425 / pas@acadiau.ca

MONDAY, JANUARY 21

Death Cafe — Community Centre, Port Williams 2–3:30pm • An informal gathering which features small group discussions. Share your hopes and concerns, experiences and ideas about death and dying. Feel free to bring a friend. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-6303 / Susan.miles@nshealth.ca Monet: The Magic of Water and Light — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7–8:30pm • A documentary on the massive work of Monet and the story that led him to revolutionize Modern Art. This documentary will show the Water Lilies by Claude Monet, as they have never been seen before. A unique, exclusive look at the masterpieces housed at the Orangerie Museum, the Marmottan Museum, the Orsay Museum and Givernye. TIX: Adults: $12.15 (+ HST = $14) Youth: $6.85 (+HST = $8) @ the door. INFO: 902-532-7704 / mk@kingstheatre.ca

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22

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

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23

Welcoming Workplaces Lunch & Learn — County of Kings Municipal Complex, Kentville 12–2pm • A Lunch and Learn with an interactive workshop on Welcoming Workplaces, delivered by ISANS. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-2200 / ekennedy@valleyren.ca Annick MacAskill — Beveridge Arts Centre, Wolfville 4–6pm • Poetry Reading TIX: no charge INFO: 902-585-1502 / english.theatre@acadiau.ca Fundy Cinema screens ROMA — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Against the backdrop of sociopolitical events in 1970s Mexico City, Alfonso Cuarón's heartfelt and deeply personal drama explores how the disparate backgrounds of an upper-middle-class housewife and her live-in maid and nanny, both facing the possibility of single motherhood, will impact their futures. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050 Canadian Federation of University Women — Wu Welcome Centre, Wolfville 7–9:30pm • Guest speaker: Terry Hennigar. Topic: Local Aquifer and Water Supply Social to follow. Guests and new members welcome.

TIX: no charge INFO: cfuwwolfville.com

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Source: Canadian Fisheries & Oceans. www.waterlevels.gc.ca JAN 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

HIGH 3:33pm 4:14pm 4:59pm ••5:47pm 6:40pm 7:35pm 8:03am 8:59am 9:54am 10:47am 11:39am 12:30p •1:20pm 2:10pm 2:59pm 3:51pm 4:44pm 5:40pm 6:38pm 7:38pm 8:07am 9:06am

LOW 9:17am 9:59am 10:43am 11:30am 12:23pm 1:18pm 2:16pm 3:13pm 4:09pm 5:02pm 5:53pm 6:43pm 7:32pm 7:54am 8:44am 9:35am 10:27am 11:22am 12:20pm 1:21pm 2:22pm 3:22pm

FEB 01 02 03 04 05 06 07

HIGH 10:02am 10:54am 11:42am 12:26pm 1:07pm 1:45pm 2:22pm

LOW 4:18pm 5:09pm 5:56pm 6:37pm 7:16pm 7:31am 8:08am

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

Only daylight tide times are listed •Highest High: 44.9 feet ••Lowest High: 35.4 feet.

Send your events to listings@grapevinepublishing.ca FRIDAY, JANUARY 25

Homemade Chinese Dinner — Royal Canadian Legion, 232 Main St., Berwick 5–7pm • Come on out to the Legion for homemade Chinese Food. Dinner comes with a handmade egg roll, stir fried rice, chicken balls and chicken chow mein! Dessert will also be available. TIX: $10 per plate, $2 for dessert (Tickets @ The Berwick Legion) INFO: 902-538-9340 Dance: The Upbeats — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7–11pm • Ages 19+. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 26

Expressive Cafe - Aphasia Nova Scotia — West Kings Memorial Health Centre, Berwick 2–4pm • Practice speech and language skills in a safe and supportive setting, learn more about YOUR aphasia, and socialize with families living with aphasia.

The Mission of the Expressive Café is to improve communication skills using expressive and receptive activities in a safe environment. TIX: no charge INFO: Mike, 902-698-9661 / 902-445-4960 / AphasiaNS@gmail.com

Burns Supper & Dance — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 5–11:30pm • TIX: $30 adults, $17 age 15 yrs and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance, by phone or email. INFO: Rob, 902-542-7767 / rob.raeside@gmail.com Dinner Theatre — Fire Hall, Brooklyn 6:30pm • The Accidental Actors will be presenting “Have a Little Faith.” Turkey supper at 5:30pm, play beginning at 6:30pm. Proceeds are going to the Firehall Auxiliary and the Accidental Actors toward the purchase of sound equipment. TIX: $25 @ Brooklyn and Windsor Home Hardware stores. INFO: ellajean.levy@gmail.com

Dart Shoot — Community Hall, St Croix 9:45pm • Young Dart Tournament 4 Men teams TIX: $40 / Team INFO: 902-798-4364 / joytotheworld30@hotmail.com

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

THURSDAYS

The Hantsport Seniors & Elders Club “Drop-in”

— St. Andrews Church Hall, Hantsport 1–4pm.

Play an assortment of games; tea-break at 3pm. All ages! INFO: 902-352-2085 / davidold@eastlink.ca In the Round Knitting Group — Gaspereau Valley Fibres 1–4:30pm. Also Tuesdays 6–9pm. Bring your knitting, rug hooking, spinning, or felting.

INFO: 902-542-2656 / gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Tapestry: Women’s Cancer Support Group — We meet the 2nd Thursday of each month.

Please call for time/location. INFO: Dorothy, 902-538-3374 / Pat, 902-678-9100 / Margot, 902-542-1466 / margotwithat@hotmail.com Taekwondo — Baptist Church, North Alton 6:30pm (kids 4–14), 7:30pm (adult). Also Tuesdays.

Exercise, self defense, respect, listening skills, focus, self discipline and confidence. TIX: no charge to try a class INFO: 902-670-8714 / devin@ennissecurity.ca GriefShare — New Hope Wesleyan Church, Kentville 7–9pm. Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-670-9288 / gerrits.bernadine@gmail.com NonDuality Meetup — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 7pm–9pm. Every other Thursday. Non-denominational discussion of life and our place in the scheme of things. 19+ FEE: no charge INFO: rozspeed57@gmail.com Music Jam — Community Hall, Cambridge Station 7–10pm. TIX: $2 INFO: 902-538-9957 / gands@xcountry.tv Darts — Wolfville Legion, 7pm. All skill levels welcome. INFO: 902-542-5869 Cardio Kickboxing — Baptist Church, North Alton 8:30–9:30pm. Also Tuesdays. Adult class to improve coordination, cardiovascular improvements, self defence, stress and weight reduction. TIX: no charge for 1st week of classes INFO: 902-670-8714 / devin@ennissecurity.ca

FRIDAYS

Low Impact Exercise Program — Christian Fellowship Centre, Wilmot. Every M–W–F, 11am–12pm. Geared for seniors, but open to everyone. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-0135 / wendynoble135@gmail.com Chase The Ace & Supper — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5–7pm • Downstairs; use back door.

Cash bar. 19+ TIX: Tickets 3 for $5. Supper $8.

Dessert $2. INFO: 902-538-5815 Chase the Ace — Curling Club, Middleton 6:30–8pm • Draw at 8pm. Enjoy playing games in the dining hall. TIX: 3 tickets for $5. INFO: 902-825-2695 / bemorine@hotmail.com Boardgame Night — C@P Lab, Wolfville Public Library, 7pm. Bring your games! Ages 12+ FEE: no charge INFO: 902-790-4536 / turpin56@gmail.com Tremont Board Game Café — Tremont Hall, 738 Tremont Mtn Rd. 7–9:30pm • Every first and third Friday (Next: Jan 18, Feb 1). Many new games & some oldies in a friendly environment.

No charge. INFO: 902-765-4326.

Greenwich Jammers — Greenwich Community Hall, 7–9:30pm. All Welcome.

TIX: $2 INFO: Bill/Vera, 902-542-0501 / vera.n.thomson@gmail.com Friday Night Jam — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville, 7–10pm. INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com

Jam Session — Wolfville Legion, 7pm.

All welcome to listen or perform. INFO:

902-542-5869

Chase the Ace — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor

6:30–8:45pm • Cut off for ticket purchase is 8:30pm, draw at 8:45pm. INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com

SATURDAYS

Wolfville Farmers’ Market — DeWolfe Building,

Elm Ave., Wolfville 8:30am–1pm. Jan 12 Music: Two in the Morning. Jan 19 Theme: Soups on! Jan 19 Music: Space Paddy Bog People. Jan 26 Music: Jack McDonalad. INFO: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca Berwick Community Market — Legion, 232 Main St., Berwick 9am–1pm, year round.

Local producers and artisans! INFO: Chris, 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com Flying Squirrel Adventures — Kentville Ravine, 9:45am–12:15pm. Third Sat. of the month, year round (Next: Jan 19). Learn about nature through games, activities, challenges, discussions, presentations, workshops and more! All ages.

FEE: no charge INFO: Facebook: Flying Squirrel Adventures Drop in and Drum! — Baptist Church, Wolfville 1–2:30pm. First Saturday of the month (Next: Feb 2). W/Bruno Allard. Learn to play the djembe with rhythms & songs from West Africa. Drums provided. FEE: $5–$10 (pay what you can) INFO: brunoallard7@gmail.com / facebook: Djembes and Duns Wolfville Valley Stamp Club — Community Centre, Port Williams 1:30pm, 1st and 3rd Sat. of the month.

Oct–June. Hall opens 12:30pm to provide an opportunity to trade, talk stamps. Meeting includes a presentation and auction. INFO: stamps@eastlink.ca CHASE the ACE — Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #098, Kingston. Tickets available during bar hours & every Saturday, 1–3pm at the R.C.L. until winning JACKPOT number is drawn. Draw at 3:30pm. TIX: 4 for $5. Must be over age 19 to purchase. INFO: dartshack@ns.sympatico.ca Valley Game Night — Gametronics, New Minas 6pm. Board game/card game group.

Yu Gi Oh – Thursdays, 6pm. Magic: The Gathering – Fridays, 6pm FEE: no charge INFO: facebook.com/GameTronics Free Family Skate Nights — Centennial Arena, Kentville 7–8pm. INFO: kentville.ca

SUNDAYS

Group Meditation — Bishop Hall, Greenwich.

10:30am–noon. Join us sitting meditation, discussion and tea. Bring your own cushion if you prefer. Wheelchair accessible. FEE: no charge.

Donations accepted. INFO: 902-670-1006 / joan.norris60@gmail.com Windsor Meditation Group — Visitor Information Space, Community Centre, Windsor 10:30am–noon. Meditation, discussion, and tea. Wheelchair accessible. FEE: Free, donations accepted. INFO: 902-798-2958 / windsormeditationgroup@gmail.com Social Ballroom Dancing — Community Centre, Port Williams 3pm. W/ DanceTime Port Williams. Practice existing dance skills and learn new group dances. Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Social Foxtrot/Rhythm Foxtrot, Tango, Quickstep, Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Jive, Salsa. Previous dance experience, partner required. FEE: $15 per person, per semester (Oct–Jan, Feb–May). First visit free. INFO: DanceTime.PortWilliams@gmail.com

Pool — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 3pm. FEE: $3 INFO: 902-538-9340 /

gillyflowergarden@rocketmail.com World Meditation Hour — Every third Sunday of the month, 4:30–5:30pm (Next: Jan 20). Manning Memorial Chapel (lower level), Acadia University, Wolfville.

INFO: purepeace100@gmail.com Bingo — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7:30–10pm. Mini game 7:30pm, regular games 7:45pm. TIX: Basic card booklet $25, extras available. INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com

MONDAYS

Toddler Tonics — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 9:30–11am.

Physical activity and fun for parents and children. No charge. INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Windsor Game Night — Library, Windsor 6pm.

Board game group. New players welcome!

FEE: no charge INFO: meetup.com/valleygames / turpin56@gmail.com Windsor Duplicate Bridge Club — Windsor Legion (upstairs), Empire Lane, Windsor 6:30pm. A friendly club affiliated with ACBL – for skilled and less-skilled players. Bring your partner! INFO: 902-798-5658 Toastmasters — Eastern Kings Memorial Health Centre, Wolfville 6:30–8:30pm. Improve your communication and leadership skills in a fun supportive setting. Visitors ALWAYS welcome.

INFO: wolfvilletoastmasters.com East Kings Chess Club — Library (upstairs), Wolfville 6:30–9pm. Bring your own set, board, and clock if you can. All levels/ages welcome.

INFO: Ian Anderson, tfeloc@hotmail.com / 902-678-8009 Darts — Berwick Legion, 7pm. Mixed doubles, draw for partner, round robin format. FEE: $3 INFO: 902-538-5815 Kings Community Concert Band — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 7:15pm. Remember how much fun band is? Under the direction of Holly Lohnes. Particularly looking for new trumpet, trombone and sax players. INFO: Sarah, sarah@segconsulting.ca

TUESDAYS

County Crafters — Kings County Family Resource

Centre, Kentville 9:30–11:30am. Crafting for adults. Childcare available. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@ns.sympatico.ca Caregiver & Baby Yoga (non- mobile) — FitYoga, Windsor 10:30–11:30am. FEE: $14 drop in. Class passes available INFO: facebook.com/FitYogaWindsorNS Qigong — Acadia Library, Wolfville 11:30am–1pm.

Jack Risk will lead you through gentle but powerful movements. Experience the healing benefits of qigong. TIX: no charge INFO: jackrisk.ca Rug Hooking in Kentville — Kentville Lower Recreation Centre (354 Main Street), 1–3pm. If you are a rug hooker or want to learn, join us for social hooking! Tea/coffee available, $5 drop in fee. INFO: Mona, monapearl@ns.sympatico.ca / Lynn, lynndenney@eastlink.ca / 902-692-8118 Caregiver Support Group — Cedar Centre, 69 Cedar St., Windsor 2–4pm. Confidential Support Group for family/friend caregivers of loved ones with any physical or mental health condition.

2nd Tuesday of each month. INFO: Jennine, 902-680-8706 / info@caregiversns.org

Toastmasters — Birchall Training Centre, 14 Wing Greenwood 6:30pm. Learn communication and leadership skills in a fast-paced, fun setting. TIX: no charge INFO: annapolisvalley.easy-speak.org / edwardwedler@gmail.com Celebrate Recovery — New Hope Wesleyan Church, Kentville 7–9:30pm. A faith based 12 Step program for anyone who needs help with hurts, habits & hangups. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-2222 The Dukes Of Kent – Barbershop Harmony Chorus

— Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, rear of building, North Kentville 7pm. Men of all ages are invited to come sing with us. INFO: Chris, 902-678-8865 / Seymourchris2@gmail.com Card Game — Fire Hall, Vaughans 7pm.

Card games every Tuesday. 50/50 draw and light lunch. TIX: $2 to play INFO: ellajean.levy@gmail.com Valley Voices — Female a cappella show chorus rehearses 8–9:30pm, Kentville Baptist Church CE Centre. Women of any age welcome.

INFO: valleyvoices.org Cribbage — Berwick Legion, 7pm. FEE: $10 per player INFO: 902-538-5815 Village Dancing — Wolfville Curling Rink (upstairs) 7:30–8:30pm Beginner / 8:30–10pm Advanced. Traditional style circle and line dancing from the Balkans & Middle East. No partner needed. Expert instruction. New dancers welcome. FEE: $7, $5 students INFO: David, 902-690-7897 Board Game Night — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8pm–12am TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-0059 / judy@paddys.ca

WEDNESDAYS

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

TIX: donation INFO: Darlene, 902-542-3498 / darlene.hennigar@gmail.com / Bev, 902-542-7412 Gaeilge sa Ghleann – Irish in the Valley — Middleton & Annapolis Royal, alternating, 10am.

Learn to speak Irish Gaeilge! All levels welcome.

INFO: gaeilgesaghleann@gmail.com / Facebook: Gaeilge sa Ghleann Kentville Farmers’ Market — 38 Cornwallis St, Kentville 10am–2pm. Fresh farm products, bread, honey, maple syrup, cheese, hot lunch food, local crafts and household goods. INFO: marketmanager@kentville.ca / kentvillefarmersmarket.ca Wolfville Farm Market — Farmers Market, Wolfville 4:30–7pm. Live music, 10+ vendors, Market Suppers. Jan 16 Music: Brad McGoey. Jan 23 Music: Paul & Carter.

INFO: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca Chase The Ace — Lions Club, 36 Elm Ave., Wolfville 5–8:15pm. Draw shortly after 8pm.

INFO: 902-542-4508 TV Bingo — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 6–7pm. ALSO Thursdays. TIX: Books available at bar. INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com Jam Session — Lions Club, Kentville 7–9:30pm. TIX: $2 INFO: 902-679-2367 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com Pool — Legion, Berwick 7pm. Round robin format. FEE: $3 to play INFO: 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com Card Party — Northville Farm Heritage Centre, 7pm, Nov–April. Come play either cribbage or 45’s. $20 weekly door prize. FEE: $4 INFO: ruthbentley76@gmail.com

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 27

Fundy Cinema screens AN AUDIENCE OF CHAIRS — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • When successful concert pianist Maura Mackenzie suffers a mental breakdown and her husband leaves her, taking their two daughters with him, she struggles to reclaim her life and bring her children home in a redemptive drama based on Nova Scotian author Joan Clark's awardwinning novel. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050 Norm Surette CD Release — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 8–10pm • SoundMarket Recording Studios & Kory Bayer Audio present “Lost and Found: Songs of Norm Surette”. Starring Mark Riley, Graham Howes, Hazel Walker, Matt Balsor, Daniel Matto and many more. TIX: Tickets $15 in advance from Kory Bayer or Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville). $20 at the door. INFO: 902-698-9479 / kory.bayer@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30

Blood Donor Clinic — Lions Club, Berwick 12:45–7pm • Canadian Blood Services. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-844-1440 / tbhenley60@gmail.com Fundy Cinema screens THE GREAT BUSTER — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Peter Bogdanovich combines stunningly restored archival material and interviews with filmmakers, performers and friends to chronicle the life and career of Buster Keaton, one of America's most visionary and influential filmmakers and comedians. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1

PD Day Camps — Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning 9am–5pm • Make art, enjoy nature, and meet new friends... while your teachers are working!

TIX: $50 registration fee includes all materials and a tasty homemade lunch! INFO: 902-582-3842 / mail@artscentre.ca

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Lions Breakfast — St Andrew's Anglican Church Hall, Hantsport 7–10am • Pancakes, eggs, ham, beans, hash browns, toast, juice, tea or coffee. Sponsored by the Hantsport & District Lions Club. TIX: $7 per person. Children 6–12 yrs. $3.50, Children under 5yrs. no charge. INFO: hantsportlionsclub.com

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Crib Tournament — Forties Community Centre, New Ross 1pm • Registration starts 12:30pm. Canteen available. Wheelchair accessible. TIX: $20 per team INFO: 902-689-2147 Winter Hike — Christian Fellowship Centre, Wilmot 1pm • Come enjoy a snowshoe hike through the beautiful landscape with a fantastic view of the Annapolis River. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-665-4010 / nbarteaux@annapoliscounty.ca Fundy Cinema screens VICE — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • Adam McKay explores how bureaucratic insider Dick Cheney became one of the most prominent vice presidents in American history in an audacious, opinionated and satirical biopic starring Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Steve Carell and Sam Rockwell. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5

NS High School Diploma for Adults Info Session — NSCC Kingstec, 236 Belcher St., Kentville. 2:30–6:30pm • Are you over 19 years old and wish that you had a high school diploma? It’s not too late! Find out more about the Adult Learning Program (ALP) at NSCC Kingstec Campus. No cost for tuition or books.

Flexible hours–days, evenings, online courses. Start classes this winter! INFO: Drop in, or call for an appointment, 902-679-7362

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Valley Youth Project Drop In — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 6:30–8:30pm • A social dropin for 2SLGBTQ+ youth and allies, 25 years & under. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-702-9473 / valleyyouthproject@gmail.com Fundy Cinema screens MANBIKI KAZOKU (SHOPLIFTERS) — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • A Tokyo family, who supplement their meagre income by shoplifting, take in a young girl to protect her from her abusive parents in a charming and compassionate Palme d'Or-winning drama from Japanese master Hirokazu Kore-eda. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050

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LIVE THEATRE Fox on the Fairway — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville Jan 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, Feb 1, 2, 8, 9, 7:30pm. Jan 13, 27, Feb 3, 2pm • Ken Ludwig's Fox on the Fairway takes audiences on a hilarious romp, which pulls the rug out from underneath the stuffy denizens of a private country club. TIX: $15 adults, $12 students/ seniors, $5 ages 12 and under. INFO: 902-678-8040 / centrestagetheatre.ca Dinner Theatre: “Have a Little Faith” — Fire Hall, Brooklyn Civic Centre, Hants Co. Jan 26, 5:30pm • Presented by The Accidental Actors. Turkey supper and a play! Doors open 5:30pm; play begins 6:30pm.

Proceeds for the Fire Hall Auxiliary and The Accidental Actors toward the purchase of sound equipment. TIX: $25 INFO: ellajean.levy@gmail.com

EXHIBITS “Adventures in Advertising” — Hardware Gallery, Kentville. Through Feb 10 • Featuring the work of Halifax based, New Brunswick native, Jack Bishop. Opening reception: Jan 10, 7–9pm. Artist will be in attendance. INFO: hardwaregallery.ca / info@hardwaregallery.ca Annual Acadia Art Exhibition — Acadia University Art Gallery, 10 Highland Ave., Wolfville Jan 12–Feb 15 • Annual celebration of visual art in our community!

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

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

NOTE: When AVRSB schools are closed due to inclement winter weather, all children's library programs for that day in that area will be cancelled.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 10

The Hangout — Library, Kentville 6–7pm. Also Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb 7 • Hang out with your friends, play x-box games, board games, enjoy snacks. For ages 12–17.

INFO: 902-679-2544

FRIDAY, JANUARY 11

Fibre Ops — Library, Windsor 10am–12pm. Also Jan 18, 25, Feb 1 • For knitters, hookers, crocheters, weavers and spinners. Bring your own project. INFO: 902-798-5424 The Hangout: Get Your Game On! — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7–8:30pm • Spend your Friday night playing games with your friends, listening to music and munching on snacks.

For ages 10–14. Please register. INFO: 902-825-4835

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12

Game Day! — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 12–2pm • All ages. Bring your favourite game to share! INFO: 902-538-8060 Book Launch Party – Wade Albert White — Library, Kentville 1–3pm • Launch of Wade Albert White's third book in his "Adventurer's Guide" series, The Adventurer's Guide to Treasure (and how to steal it). Wade will be here to read from the new book and sign copies. Copies available for purchase.

Registration is required. Snow date: January 19.

INFO: 902-679-2544

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Busy Babies Storytime — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 2:30–3pm. Also Jan 21, 28, Feb 4 • For ages 0–2 and caregivers. INFO: 902-542-3005 Preschool Pals Storytime — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 3–4pm. Also Jan 21, 28, Feb 4 • Songs, stories and rhymes! For ages 2–5 and caregivers. INFO: 902-542-3005 Games Night — Library, Windsor 6pm. Also Jan 21, 28, Feb 4 • Board games in the Activity Room for adults/ teens. Please use back door! INFO: 902-798-5424

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15

DIY Crafts — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 3–4:30pm. Also Jan 29 • Supplies & instruction sheet provided for a “do-it-yourself” craft.

For ages 6–14 (children under 10 with an adult).

INFO: 902-684-0103

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16

Tiny Tales — Library, Kentville 11–11:30am. Also Jan 23, 30, Feb 6 • Enjoy rhymes, songs and books with other children and parents/caretakers. Best for ages 2–5.

INFO: 902-679-2544 What Does it Say to you? Book Club — Library, Kingston 1–2pm • A monthly book club that explores community, life, meaning and so much more through popular fiction. Facilitated by Lynn Uzans. This month: "Mary, Mary" by Lesley Crewe. INFO: 902-765-3631 Photography Club` — Library, Windsor 6–8pm. Also Jan 30 • Discuss, share and learn about photography techniques and processes. INFO: 902-798-5424

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17

Third Thursday Social — Library, Windsor 2–4pm • Easy listening entertainment provided by local musicians while you relax. Coffee/tea & light refreshments.

INFO: 902-798-5424 Writers' Circle — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2–4pm. Also Jan 24, 31, Feb 7 • Join local aspiring creative writers Terry Pulliam and Lorraine McQueen to discuss works in progress, writing techniques and the value of deadlines! For writers of all ages. INFO: 902-684-0103 Winter Film Nights — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 6:30–8pm • "Climate Change and the Human Prospect". This 40-minute documentary film documents the vision created at the Centre for Local Prosperity’s Climate Change & the Human Prospect: A Thinkers’ Retreat held at Thinkers Lodge in Pugwash, Nova Scotia in the fall of 2017. Discussion centered on local action and adaptation to follow. Storm date: Jan 24. INFO: 902-538-8060

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18

@ THE LIBRARY (cont'd) Escape From the 80s! — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 3–4pm • An escape room with an 80s theme and soundtrack! For ages 12+ and 80s-style costumes are encouraged. Please register as space is limited. INFO: 902-684-0103

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30

Wintertime Storytime — Memorial Library, Wolfville 10–11am • Join us for snowy blowy wintery fun. For ages 3–5 w/caregiver. INFO: 902-542-5760 Babies & Books — Library, Windsor 10:30–11am • Stories, songs, rhymes and social time for babies (0–2) and their caregivers. INFO: 902-798-5424 Social Media and Technology for Motivation and Inspiration — Memorial Library, Wolfville 6–7:30pm • Learn about using Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube to find ideas and how-to instructions for crafts, recipes, fitness routines, and more. INFO: 902-542-5760

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31

Fun & Fables — Library, Windsor 10:30–11:30am • Stories, songs, rhymes and crafts for preschoolers (ages 2–5) and their caregivers. Registration required.

INFO: 902-798-5424 Book Club — Library, Kentville 6:30–8pm • The Lighthouse is a 2005 novel by P. D. James, the thirteenth book in the classic Adam Dalgliesh mystery series. Tea and treats! INFO: 902-679-2544

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Writers Group — Library, Kentville 1–3pm • Have you written short stories or opening chapters that you would like to further develop? Join the Kentville Writers Group with author Dana Mills for a monthly workshop. Ages 15 and up. Registration is required.

INFO: 902-679-2544

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Sock Snowman — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 3–4:30pm • Craft a snow buddy that doesn't melt, and enjoy hot chocolate! For ages 7–12.

Please register. INFO: 902-684-0103

Make Valentine Cards that Light Up — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 3:30–4:30pm • These paper circuit cards will use LED lights, copper tape and coin batteries. All materials supplied.

For ages 8+. Pre-registration is required. INFO: 902-542-3005 Understanding and Helping Children Cope with Anxiety — Library, Kentville 6:30–7:45pm • W/ Dr Elaine Campbell. Learn to better understand what is happening when a child is anxious, and how anxious feelings can result in thoughts and behaviours that often are puzzling, worrisome, or problematic. INFO: 902-679-2544

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Babies and Books — Library, Kentville 10:30–11am.

Also Jan 25, Feb 1 • Stories, songs, and fun for ages 0–2 and caregivers. INFO: 902-679-2544 Kindermusik — Library, Kingston 1–2pm. Also Jan 25, Feb 1 • For preschool aged children and their parent/ caregiver. INFO: 902-765-3631

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22

Lunch & Learn: Essential Oils for Health & Wellness — Library, Windsor 12–1pm • Marlie Gotell, wellness advocate, will discuss how essential oils can help with health and wellness - physically, mentally and emotionally. Feel free to bring a bagged lunch. Light snack will be provided. Registration is required.

INFO: 902-798-5424 Media Makery Info Session — Memorial Library, Wolfville 5–7pm • The Wolfville Memorial Library Innovation Lab will be offering an audio recording studio, HQ video recording and editing equipment, as well free lessons in audio recording/production, video editing, songwriting, and much more.

Volunteers with skills to share will be matched with people from the local community who are eager to learn. Everyone is invited to attend an info session.

INFO: 902-542-5760

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25

Book Give-Away Day — Library, Kingston 2–5pm • In conjunction with Family Literacy Day, drop into the Kingston library for a FREE book during open hours.

INFO: 902-765-3631 Girl Power: Pizza Party! — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 7–9pm • Let's get together, make pizza and have fun! INFO: 902-825-4835

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26

LEGOpalooza & Board Games — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 10:30am–2pm • We'll have lots of LEGO available to play with and plenty of board games to choose from. All ages welcome.

INFO: 902-684-0103

Babies & Books — Library, Windsor 10:30–11am • Please join us for stories, songs, rhymes and social time for babies (0–24 mos.) and their caregivers.

INFO: 902-798-5424 "Maudie" film screening — Library, Kingston 6–8pm • "Maudie" based on a true story, is an unlikely romance in which the reclusive Everett Lewis (Ethan Hawke) hires a fragile yet determined woman named Maudie (Sally Hawkins) to be his housekeeper.

Snacks provided. Storm date: Feb 13, 6pm. INFO: 902-765-3631

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7

Fun & Fables — Library, Windsor 10:30–11:30am • Stories, songs, rhymes and crafts suitable for preschoolers (age 2–5) w/ caregivers. Registration is required. INFO: 902-798-5424 Fat, Sugar & Salt — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2:30–4:30pm • Join our dietician to learn more about these hot nutrition topics. INFO: 902-792-2052 / HHWT@nshealth.ca Harry Potter Book Night — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 6:30–8pm • Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is the theme of this year's Harry Potter Book Night, Feel free to dress up! For ages 7+. Please register as space is limited.

INFO: 902-542-3005

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Acadia University | 15 University Ave, Wolfville.

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

Left: Christmas fern; right: Inkberry

WHAT’S GROWING AT THE HARRIET IRVING BOTANICAL GARDENS

EVERGREENS

Melanie Priesnitz, Conservation Horticulturist When we think of evergreens, we often think of coniferous trees, such as spruce and pine.

However, there are many herbaceous plants and shrubs in the Acadian Forest Region that are called evergreens.The term evergreen simply refers to a plant that remains green throughout the year. Larch, one of our native conifers, doesn’t have any needles this time of the year. Each fall their needles turn yellow and drop, so it’s certainly not an evergreen.

Larch does bear cones, so it is a conifer (a deciduous conifer).

Some of my favourite plants to find in the woods this time of year are evergreen ferns.

It’s such a treat to stumble upon green leaves poking through the white snow on the forest floor. Our conservatory has a new fern display that highlights some of our native evergreen ferns. This display features Christmas fern, rock polypody, and intermediate wood fern.

All three can be found in the woods of Nova

Scotia. Christmas fern (Polystichum acrostichoides) commonly grows in moist woods and ravines throughout the province. It is quite distinct looking due to its leathery green leaflets.

If you’re looking to plant native ferns in your home garden, Christmas fern is a great choice as it’s not too fussy and it has sturdy fronds.

A more delicate fern found in the winter woods is the rock polypody (Polypodium virginianum). I recently found beautiful patches while hiking in the Black River Lake area as well as on Moses Mountain in Windsor. Rock polypody often grows on large boulders, making it easy to spot in winter.

Intermediate wood fern (Dryopteris intermedia) has a fine, almost lacy appearance. It’s the most common of the wood ferns in Nova Scotia and can be tricky to identify as it looks a lot like some of its relatives in the wood fern family, and also hybridizes with others.

Bogs in Nova Scotia are great spots to find native evergreen shrubs. Unfortunately, they are often missed by winter hikers as most of us try to avoid getting cold, wet feet. If you’re feeling brave, a hike into a bog will reward you with a fine selection of evergreens. Nova Scotia has two native rhododendrons that like cold, wet feet. The commonly found rhodora (Rhododendron canadense) does not retain its leaves in the winter, however Labrador tea (Rhododendron groenlandicum) does. Labrador tea is easy to identify by its leathery, hairy leaves that tend to roll under at the edges.

Another shrub that provides winter colour if you’re hiking in Southwestern Nova Scotia is inkberry (Ilex glabra). It is the only native holly in the province that retains its leaves all winter.

It grows in bogs and swamps and is part of a unique group of plants known as the Coastal Plain Flora. Inkberry is in the horticulture trade and makes a wonderful low hedge. It can be

sheared and used in the same ways as boxwood in the home landscape.

So, if you’re craving a little green, get outside and enjoy some winter hiking in the Acadian Forest. Arm yourself with a field guide and camera and see if you can identify the bits of green that you find. We’d love to see photos of you enjoying plants in winter, so we’re holding a contest for ‘Best Winter Woods Photo’ on our Facebook page. The winner will take home a warm, green fleece vest with our beautiful mayflower, honeybee, and scotch thistle logo on it. Visit facebook.com/ HarrietIrvingBotanicalGardens to enter.

❧ Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens Acadia University botanicalgardens.acadiau.ca

QUÉBEC SUPERSTAR PIERRE LAPOINTE IN CONCERT François Côté

On January 20, Québec star Pierre Lapointe and celebrated classical musicians Philip Chiu and Cameron Crozman will come together to present an exciting French-themed concert.

In a “Musique de Chambre” treatment, they will perform songs from Lapointe’s recent recording, La Science Du Coeur, re-imagined here for piano, cello, and voice, as well as a selection of works by iconic French composers such as Chopin, Poulenc, and Debussy.

Installation shot, Annual Acadia exhibit, 2014

ACADIA UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY CELEBRATES CREATIVITY IN OUR COMMUNITY! Laurie Dalton

Now in its 28th year, the Annual Acadia Art Exhibition presents visual work in many forms, and from all ages and skill levels. Last year we had close to 200 works of art on display, hung floor to ceiling in salon style. Join us for the opening on Saturday, January 12, 7pm, to see what work has been submitted for this year! The exhibition will be on view until February 15.

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❧ Acadia University Art Gallery Beveridge Arts Centre, Acadia University Wolfville

Pierre Lapointe is a chart-topping leader of “La Nouvelle Chanson Française” who is known for his ground-breaking collaborations with established classical artists. He actually made history in Québec when his career-defining record, Dans la Forêt des Mal-Aimés (In the Forest of the Un-Loved), became a triumphant concert with Yannick Nézet-Séguin’s Orchestre Métropolitain, in front of a Montreal audience of over 100,000.

Pierre Lapointe is not only a star in Québec, where his work has won him 18 “Prix Félix” (Québec’s Juno Awards), but also a critically acclaimed artist in France, where twice he received the “Grand Prix de l’Académie Charles Cros,” the most prestigious music prize in the francophone world. Clearly, there is a lineage from Brel to Gainsbourg to Lapointe.

Accompanying Lapointe, Philip Chiu is one of our country’s most sought-after chamber musicians, described as “… a pianist-painter who turns every musical idea into a beautiful array of colours” by La Presse. Cameron Crozman is being hailed as one of Canada’s foremost young cellists, and a musician of “stunning panache” (resmusica.fr).

Tickets are still available for their Wolfville performance. Buy them now at the Acadia University box office: boxoffice.acadiau.ca, (902)542-5500 or (toll free) 1-800-542-8425.

❧ Pierre Lapointe, with Philip Chiu and Cameron Crozman Sunday, January 20, 2019, 7:30pm Festival Theatre, Wolfville

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