The Grapevine October 17, 2019 - October 31, 2019

ARTS | CULTURE | COMMUNITY October 17 – 31, 2019 | Issue No. 16.19 | 5000 copies

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Sunday, October 20, 7:30pm, Festival Theatre

Beverley Johnston and Marc Djokic A Debut Atlantic “encore” presentation

Beverley Johnston, marimba, vibraphone, hand drums Marc Djokic, violin Beverley Johnston is one of Canada’s leading percussionists, with six solo recordings and countless international performances to her name. Atlantic Canada’s own Marc Djokic is one of the country’s most prolific violinists, winning both the Prix Goyer and the Prix Opus.

Together they present an eclectic program, embracing melodic contemporary compositions and creating a riveting visual and aural presence. $28 (general), $20 (students)

Monday, November 11, 7:30 pm, Festival Theatre

BETWEEN BREATHS

Artistic Fraud Theatre , with music by The Once

Written by Robert Chafe. Directed by Jillian Keiley Dr. Jon Lien–well known in Newfoundland as “the Whale Man”–pioneered techniques to rescue whales entrapped in fishing nets. Often risking his life in the water with the formidable and frightened animals, his efforts saved the lives of over 500 whales.

Lien’s biggest fight came at the hands of a lengthy illness as he was slowly conquered by immobility and dementia.

With an inspiring musical soundscape performed live, Between Breaths is heart-wrenching yet beautiful and celebratory. A true theatrical tour-de-force. $30 (general), $22 (students)

Presented by the Acadia Performing Arts Series Buy your tickets at the Acadia Box Office pas.acadiau.ca | boxoffice.acadiau.ca

DINNER OUT: BENJAMIN BRIDGE TURNS 20!

Scott Campbell

If you’re a local lover of wines, or a lover of local wines, you will undoubtedly know of Benjamin Bridge winery. This year Benjamin Bridge celebrates 20 years of amazing winemaking and these people know how to have a birthday party. Last month a group of lucky diners were treated to two very impressive experiences.

First we were honoured to be a part of the very first event to be held in the newly-created event space and tasting room at the winery.

Although renovations are still under way in other parts of the winery, the event space and tasting room are spectacular in modern styling and soaring ceilings.

The second spectacular event of the evening was dinner. Already known for fantastic culinary experiences, Benjamin Bridge pulled out all the stops for this 20th birthday dinner and invited Restaurant Le Caveau’s Chef Jason Lynch and owner Beatrice Stutz, and sommelier Kim Cyr to join the party. Then they also invited world-renowned Fogo Island Inn Chef Jonathan Gushue and his talented team of culinary compatriots to the birthday bash. Located off the northern coast of Newfoundland, Fogo Island Inn is well known to be the northern retreat for many of the western world’s rich and famous (a quick Google search reveals that Gwyneth Paltrow and David Letterman have both vacationed there), and now those of us at the dinner that night know just how well those people get to eat while they’re there. We then had the added advantage of having each course paired with one of Benjamin Bridge’s own wine creations.

We got to start our evening with a Cabot oyster served on top of an Anjou pear purée.

The pear was infused with vanilla and then slowly cooked down to the purée. To finish the oyster, a jelly made from raw rhubarb juice balanced the acidity. This was paired with a 2013 Blanc de Blancs.

The first course was a very Newfoundland moose tartare. This delicious course was served with partridge berries, dulse, and sea urchin mayo. The moose meat was spiced to perfection, with each spoonful delivering an intensely flavourful delight. This was paired with an equally impressive 2011 Blanc de Noir.

Next up was a lettuce and scallop pudding.

This unique dish was amazing. Gem lettuce from the gardens of the Fogo Island Inn was lightly poached in cream and emulsified with queen scallops from St. Mary’s Bay. Fennel, black pudding, and seaside tomatoes completed this layered dish which was then finished with peppery mizuna. This was paired with the 2012 Brut Reserve.

The main dish for the evening was cod cheeks.

How Newfoundland can you get? The cod

Top: cabot oyster with rhubarb jelly, pear purée and fennel flower. Above: Northeastern Rose Granita with strawberries and molasses cream.

cheeks were slowly poached and served with a light stew of chanterelles from the town of Fogo, and sea buckthorn. Then it was finished with leeks and oyster plant foraged from Joe Baff’s Arm. The oyster plants on their own were incredible. This was paired with a very rare 2004 Blanc de Blancs.

The last course of the meal was a delicious granita, strawberries, and molasses cream.

The granita was made from a species of wild rose called northeastern, handpicked on Fogo Island. The strawberries (from our own Noggin’s Farm) were macerated overnight. The custard shared flavours of brandy, sherry, and molasses. The dish was finished with flowers and mint from the Benjamin Bridge garden and paired beautifully with a 2015 Brut Rosé.

An amazing meal shared with friends, old and new. What an incredible celebration for the 20th birthday of Benjamin Bridge. Here’s to many, many more years of success for this inspiring winery and Nova Scotian showpiece.

Cheers!

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SOLDIER’S SOCIAL 1940s DANCE Submitted

The Kings Historical Society and CentreStage Theatre are hosting a night of wartime camaraderie with a touch of the poignant.

Guests will enjoy a night of live 1940s-era music (with Rewind), light fare, theatre, and dancing. Ken Bezanson, pianist, will make a special appearance in the lobby and 1944 singing sensations Wendy and Donna will perform on the main stage. There will be a cash bar serving refreshments and “cigarette girls” will stroll the ballroom of Main Street Station. We look forward to welcoming you to our event as we rewind the clocks to 1944!

Friday October 25, 8pm. Doors open at 7pm Ballroom of Main Street Station (formerly the Cornwallis Inn) 325 Main Street, Kentville Tickets: $30; Society Members: $25 Available online at kingscountymuseum.ca/ product-category/1940s-dance/ or at the Kings County Museum 37 Cornwallis Street, Kentville, 902-678-6237

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FARM TO FORK: FOSTERING CONNECTIONS WITH WFM2GO Avery Peters

Like many who live in Wolfville, the Farmers’ Market was a place where I immediately found community when I moved here over 5 years ago. A farmers’ market can seem intimidating to some who do not like big crowds or crowded places. I am an introvert, and admit, despite my wholehearted support of small farmers and the market, to not always feeling like putting out the social energy required to go to the market. However, other days I am totally energized and soak up every minute of running into friends and discussing various crops and farming practices with farmers at their booths. The WFM2Go program provides an alternative that complements visits to the market and enables us to support our local small farmers even when we can’t make it or don’t feel up to getting out on a Saturday morning. I have loved being able to pick up my order on Wednesday afternoons, when it’s all conveniently sitting there waiting for me.

When Lindsay Clowes, the WFM2Go Coordinator, invited me to their Farm to Fork event I knew I had to go. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was excited to see what happens behind the scenes of WFM2Go and how my order is packed each week. I was also looking forward to visiting Emily teBogt’s farm to see where all the beautiful bok choy and other vegetables I’ve been enjoying all spring and fall have been coming from. We started out our morning by touring her greenhouse, pastures, and her vegetable field. She discussed how infrastructure like greenhouses and generators has been essential during the past two growing seasons, and the difficulties adapting to climate change. After some discussion of her background in farming, she showed us the insulated shipping container that she has set up as her vegetable cooler where she stores produce until she brings it to the market. As she loaded up her van to bring the WFM2Go orders to the market, she said that WFM2Go has been great for her, giving her a midweek

income in addition to the Saturday market, and it keeps her harvesting her fields throughout the week. WFM2Go has also expanded the reach of all the other farmers who are involved in the program.

After Emily loaded up her van we all drove back to the market, where we could see her and all the other farmers filling up the bins with all the orders, and we had time to mingle with others present for the event that day. We sat down in anticipation of a meal prepared

by Chef Nelson Penner (which was a gorgeous chef’s salad – pleasing to the eyes and palate).

We had a lively discussion with those at our table about what local food means to us, which was followed by a discussion panel of small farmers who are also part of WFM2Go. There is so much that I have to share from our discussion and the panel that I will be writing more about it in a future issue of The Grapevine.

After the event, it seems surprising that I didn’t know what to expect. There is a reason that we get together with others, whether it be at church, through sports, or at the market, and a lot of it has to do with community. I feel like this event solidified this community in more ways that even a Saturday morning market visit can. I found a deeper sense of connection to others at my table who also support small farmers through the market and found a deeper connection to the farmers after hearing more of their stories.

I hope that the WFM2Go market team has the resources and energy to do this type of event again, because I think this type of connection can help our community thrive, and to see where our food comes from, who grows it, and appreciate the land that we live on. Food is what brings us together in so many ways.

“Supporting healthier communities through giving”

CALL FOR GRANT APPLICATIONS The EKM Health Foundation invites grant applications from non-profit groups for funding of health-related projects that will benefit the population of Eastern Kings County.

Eligibility information and application forms may be picked up at the EKM Community Health Centre Front Desk, from the Health Foundation Office, or by going online to www.ekmhealthfoundation.ca A charitable tax number is required for all eligible grants.

Typed applications are preferred.

Inquiries please call 902-542-2359 Applications must be received AT the EKM Community Health Centre in Wolfville, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2019 in order to be eligible for review.

Proposals of $15,000 or under are encouraged.

Over $3 Million granted

to health-related projects in Eastern Kings County since 1997

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TEN VALLEY BUSINESSES JOIN TOGETHER TO HOST RETREAT Christa Bedwin

A Valley business owner put together an extraordinary retreat this summer, and the participants were so delighted with it that I feel excited to tell other local business owners so maybe we all can get inspired to do something similar. The Valley has plenty of potential to become a real retreat destination!

Kayla Cotton of Lahara Yoga in Wolfville put together a retreat with 10 compatible businesses from the Valley. Retreat participants were delighted, mentioning that they loved the experience of coming to the Valley and trusting that all the details were organized for a few days, so that they could let go of all their worries and truly relax. Several of them came with a friend or relative to make a special time together: “I was honestly so pleased with every part of the retreat,” one participant said.

“Even the rain didn’t dampen the day. You were so well organized and didn’t leave out any detail. I have already recommended your studio and future retreats to my girlfriends. I can’t wait for another! Thank you.”

Participants also mentioned how nice it was to step outside of their usual lives and the people who normally fill their days, for a little window of self-love, treats, and self-care. One said, “I joined this retreat as I have been experiencing an enormous amount of stress and grief in the last number of months. This was a form of self care and healing for me. I loved the experience of ‘losing myself’ and ‘letting go’ during guided meditation, chanting, dancing, and through kirtan.”

So, what are the ingredients to a great retreat?

A strong leader that people can trust, great music, great food, and fun, rewarding activities. For music offerings, this retreat featured Daniel McFadyen for yoga in the park, Heidi Kalyani of Heart Wide Open for a Sunday kirtan, and the participants themselves, as they learned to sing and dance group mantras from around the world. The participants had yoga and meditation practices with Kayla

and Christa, a nature and wild herb identification walk with Sister Lotus’ Angie Oriana Jenkins, and reiki with Beverly Stickley. They had an opportunity to apply their chakra and energy-medicine learning in the Sunday free yoga class (the members of the public who came that day got double-benefit). Some participants also went paddle boarding with Mia Lockhart in some glorious Valley sunshine on the bay.

The food included a delicious vegan lunch from Abby Goodwin’s Love Kitchen and a cozy bonding dinner at the The Church Brewery.

The participants got to practice their pranayama (breath work) during a wonderful wine tasting after the tour at Grand Pré Vineyards, and had a feast at Le Caveau.

The yoga and self-care theme threaded through the whole retreat, and the various activities were compatible and added to each other. The nature-care and sunshine and yoga prepared people to learn about their chakras, learn to go deeper with energy meditation, and how to heal themselves and others with reiki.

Lahara is planning some other theme-based retreats – what could your business be a part of? Start chatting to similar businesses and it might be surprising what you come up with.

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VALLEY GHOST WALKS

season family friendly historical productions!

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Wolfville - Clock Park Thurs. October 17 & 31, 7:30pm Kentville - Main St. Station Thurs. October 24, 7:30pm (free book

reading in the dining hall of Main St. Station, 9:45pm)

Kentville - indoors at Main St. Station and Kings Co. Museum) - Wed. Oct. 30, 7:30pm Adults $20, Students/Seniors $16 @ $60 4-packs in advance only. Includes fees & HST – cash only before walks

902-692-8546 | jerome@valleyghostwalks.com | ValleyGhostWalks.com

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WHO’S WHO: LAURA CHURCHILL DUKE

INDEX

Dinner Out / 1940s Dance.......................................... .p.2

Mike Butler

WFM2Go / Valley Business Retreat ............................. .p.3

Laura Churchill Duke is a powerhouse woman!

There’s not too many times I get to sit down in the run of my day, but when I do, I take in how much I do and I think to myself, Laura Churchill Duke does twice as much as I do! I am so honoured to finally feature her in my column.

Who’s Who / New Valley Businesses ........................... .p.4

Margaret Drummond’s

Eat to the Beat / Classifieds / Tides / Sahara Jane ....... .p.5

WORD OF THE ISSUE:

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

Zephyr

Featurepreneur / U-picks ........................................... .p.7

(noun):

Devour! Picks ............................................................. .p.8

A soft gentle breeze.

And from the sea there rise, and from the sky There fall, clear exhalations, soft and bright, Veil after veil, each hiding some delight, Which sun or moon or zephyr draw aside…

(Excerpt from “Epipsychidion” by Percy Bysshe Shelley)

Where to Get Your Scare ............................................. .p.9 Wolfville Page ............................................................ .p.10 What’s Happening / Weeklies .................................... .p.11-14 Ian Funke-McKay ........................................................ .p.14 Acadia Page / Hungry Bowls Fundraiser ..................... .p.15

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CANNING: Degraaf’s Kwik-Way, ValuFoods, i scream

WINDSOR: Fry Daddy’s, Lisa’s Cafe, Mosaic Market, T.A.N. Coffee

WOLFVILLE: Carl’s Your Independent Grocer, Eos Natural Foods, Just Us! Café, T.A.N. Coffee, Library, Wolfville Farmers’ Market

NEW MINAS: Boston Pizza, Captain Sub, Irving Big Stop, Jessy’s Pizza, Long and McQuade, Milne Court Petro-Canada, Pita Pit, Swiss Chalet

GREENWICH: Avery’s Farm Market, Edible Art Cafe, Elderkin’s Farm Market, Hennigar’s Farm Market, Noggins Corner Farm Market, Stems Cafe, Stirling’s

KENTVILLE: Half Acre Café, Jason’s Your Independent Grocer, T.A.N. Coffee, Valley Regional Hospital

FALMOUTH: Fruit & Vegetable Company, Petro-Canada HANTSPORT: Jim’s Your Independent Grocer AVONPORT: Cann’s Kwik-Way GRAND-PRÉ: Convenience Store, Domaine de Grand Pré, Just Us! Café GASPEREAU: Gaspereau Vineyards, Luckett Vineyards,

PORT WILLIAMS: Fox Hill Cheese House, Planters Ridge, Sea Level Brewery, The Noodle Guy

COLDBROOK: Access Nova Scotia, T.A.N. Coffee, Callister’s Country Kitchen, Foodland, Vicki’s Seafood Restaurant

BERWICK: Driftwood Restaurant, Jonny’s Cookhouse, Luigi’s Pizza Palace, North Mountain Coffeehouse, Rising Sun Natural Foods, Union Street Café, Wilsons Pharmasave AYLESFORD: Chisholm’s PharmaChoice KINGSTON: Library, Pharmasave, French Bakery, J&R Pizzeria GREENWOOD: Country Store, Valley Natural Foods, Tim Hortons, McDonalds, The Mall MIDDLETON: Library, Angie’s, Goucher’s, Wilmot Frenchy’s, Sub Shop

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ON THE COVER A colourful array of carrots grown by Longspell Point Farm in Kingsport, on display at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market (photo by David Edelstein). Thanks also to Bayside Farm in Delaps Cove, Emily teBogt’s Produce in Grand Pré, Olde Furrow Farm in Port Williams, Seed and Scarecrow Farm in Clementsvale, and What on Earth Farm in Blomidon for letting us photograph their beautiful produce!

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Laura was born in the Annapolis Valley and grew up in Port Williams. She attended the original Horton High School and went to Acadia and earned a degree focusing on the business side of psychology. She spent three years living in Japan, teaching English, and travelling the world and having the most amazing experiences: from a camel trek across the desert in India and riding an elephant through the jungles of Thailand, to snorkeling the great barrier reef in Australia and climbing the Great Wall of China. These experiences gave her a desire for a constant thrill of adventure! Laura took a public relations program at the NSCC in Halifax, but returned to the Valley when she met her husband David Duke, a history professor at Acadia, and they now live in Kentville with their two sons, Daniel and Thomas (13 and 11), and a host of rescue animals.

Laura (in a nutshell) is a public relations and communications specialist, but so much more on top of that! “I created the website Valley Family Fun, I am a freelance journalist for papers like The Advertiser and The Grapevine, and I am a professional organizer with Your Last Resort Home Organization. Basically, I spend my time telling people where to go, what they should know, and what they should throw out!”

And now, Laura can add “published author” to her long list of accomplishments as she prepares for the publication of her book Two Crows Sorrow. The book is a work of creative non-fiction about the true story of the murder of Theresa McAuley Robinson from the North Mountain. The book will be published around Thanksgiving with Moose House Publications and there will be a launch party and event on Saturday, October 26, upstairs at CentreStage Theatre in Kentville. Sharon Churchill Roe and Steve Roe will be providing folk music entertainment and there will be readings and refreshments as well as book signings and more!

“I first fell in love with the story of Theresa McAuley Robinson when I wrote the scripts for Valley Ghost Walks,” Laura says. “Her story stuck with me, and I kept thinking it would be a great story, if I wrote fiction. However, I am a reporter! I went to a conference where the central question was “What would you do if you were not afraid?” I knew instantly: I would write this book. So, five years ago, I started the process. I spent months in the archives reading old newspapers, letters, and just about everything I could on the case and the time period. It took over a year to write, as I still had my paid commitments to keep up with! I eventually submitted it to the NS Writers Federation Creative Non-Fiction competition where I was runner-up. After sitting on it again for another year, earlier this summer I dusted it off and started to edit it again. I submitted it to Moose House Publications in Annapolis Royal, and within half an hour, I had heard back from them, expressing their interest! They have been an absolute joy to work with!”

To get a hold of Laura it’s pretty easy: laurachurchillduke.ca, Valleyfamilyfun.ca, or yourlastresort.ca are the websites to visit. You can also find her ALL OVER social media!

Well, from this big fan of Laura Churchill Duke, I can’t wait for the next chapter to be available! Best of luck!

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IN WITH THE NEW: NEW VALLEY BUSINESSES TO WATCH Genevieve Allen Hearn

As the leaves fall, some amazing new businesses around the Annapolis Valley are in bloom!

LilyPond Vintage Furniture & Home Décor – Kentville Shirley Whiteway-Matheson opened a second location of her retail business in Kentville at the beginning of the month. The original LilyPond shop is located in Elmsdale. Shirley has been refinishing furniture and decorating on a budget for over twenty years. Her specialty is making old things new and seeing the potential in outdated furniture. She offers painting workshops where she teaches others how to affordably re-love their old furniture again, develop their own personal style, and choose colours with confidence.

38 Cornwallis Street, Kentville. lilypondvintage.com Golden Fig Décor – New Minas Ariell Vincent, owner of the Edible Art Café, and Nataly Regan, former owner of Madison and Clover, have teamed up to create a new business in the vacant space next to the Edible Art Café. Their mission is to create a lovely shop filled with beautiful treasures in all price ranges, and they encourage local artists to bring their items in on consignment. They also offer upcycled furniture, previously-loved furniture, and home décor, as well as a variety of newer items. Ariell’s husband Jesse Vincent has a new line of live edge end tables and coffee tables available for sale as well. After building the tables for the Café, and receiving many custom orders, he decided to pursue his passion and work with this new collaboration.

9701 Commercial Street, New Minas Facebook: Golden Fig Decor

Millstone Harvest Brewhouse – Sheffield Mills The new home of Sea Level Brewing is now open! Millstone Harvest Brewhouse is a taproom where you can sample beer or stock up on Sea Level beer in cans or growlers. Brewer Randy Lawrence opened Sea Level Brewing Company in 2007, at which time it was the first and only microbrewery in the Annapolis Valley. He was already in the business of using local hops and barley, but now his newest venture is the creation of a taproom on the same plot of land where the beer is made. The original Sea Level Brewing location on the harbourfront in Port Williams will remain as a pilot brewery and storefront. A grand opening of the brewhouse will take place at the end of October.

9146 Hwy 221, Sheffield Mills. facebook.com/MillstoneHarvest Roof Hound Brewing Co. – Kingston It just got easier to visit Roof Hound Brewing Co., the experimental brewery that has been going strong in Digby for three years. They recently opened a new location in Kingston, where they offer their craft beer as well as a full menu, with food options including jerk burgers, fish tacos, pulled pork fries, and cheesecake. Located in the previous home of The Crossing, the 60-seat taproom features a large selection of craft beer on tap, a full retail space, and live music in a relaxing atmosphere.

573 Main Street, Kingston roofhound.ca

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS:

Postpartum Mental Health & Wellness: An 8-week program delivered by health professionals.

Open to mothers who have, or are at risk of having, postpartum mental health concerns and have a child under the age of two. Kentville Rec Centre, Mondays, Oct 21–Dec. 9, 10am–12pm. INFO: Leanne, 902-538-1315 / leanne.graham@nshealth.ca 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 Glooscap Curling Club of Kentville: League begins Oct 20. Registration Oct 16 & 17, 6pm. Stick Curling / Tuesday Night Competitive Curling. INFO: info@glooscapcurling.ca Junior Curling: M-W-F (contact: nancybelliveau@gmail.com) Learn to Curl: Monday evenings 8 weeks, and Thursday morning. FEE: $60 INFO: learn@glooscapcurling.ca Scottish Country Dance Classes: Monday nights, 7–9pm, starting Oct 14 for 8 weeks @ Wilmot Community Centre. Scottish Country is a social dance form so no partner or special attire is required and it is suitable for any adult from 16–96. So come out and learn how to reel and wheel, pousette, and allemande. No experience is required, only an interest in dance and/or Scottish traditions. Instructor: Susan Van Horne, with 35 years of experience. FEE: $5 nightly fee INFO: 902-765-0906 / 902-242-2195 Watercolour Painting Workshop w/ Ron Hayes: ArtCan Gallery. Sat., Oct. 26, 1–3:30pm. All levels of experience are welcome. FEE: $40 +HST. Please register.

INFO: ron@artcan.com / 902-582-7071 Painting Classes (Mixed Media): Wednesdays, Oct. 30–Dec 18, 1–4pm @ Louis Milllet Centre, New Minas.

Please register. INFO: 902-679-0384

PRODUCTS & SERVICES:

Restore Your Wood Flooring: Sanding, refinishing, repairing. 20 years experience, reasonable rates.

Free Quotes. INFO: Steven, 902-300-5903 (cell) / 902-542-0664 / stevenrhude13@gmail.com

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: 902-365-MICE (6423) / GOTMICE.CA Kayak Storage: Store your kayak and gear safely and securely indoors in Canning next to the Habitant River kayak launch. You’ll have 24/7 access for the small fee of $80 for the first year and $50 per year after that (per kayak). Also a great place for winter kayak storage. Space is limited! INFO: Facebook: Apple Tree Landing Kayak Collective / mail@deborahnicholson.ca Interior Painting and Cabinets: Women in Rollers is the Valley’s full-service decorating company. We do accurate quotes, show up on time, and perform 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 Traditional Chinese Medicine: Combining Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology to enhance your wellness. 17 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 Interior Decorator on Call: Make the right decisions on colour, finishes, fittings, and furnishings when you work with a certified design professional. Design at your fingertips. INFO: deborahnicholson.ca / 902-691-2931

GENERAL:

Low Sensory Skates: Kentville Centennial Arena, Kentville. Oct 18, 25, Nov 8, 2:45–3:46pm. Nov 19, 1:45–2:45pm. For folks with special needs, or those who experience sensory over-responding. All ages welcome.FEE: Pay what you can. INFO: 902-679-2539 / recreation@kentville.ca Christmas Coffee Party & Snowman Display: Nov. 2, 9:30–11:30am @ Lockwood Hall, Port Williams United Baptist Church. The Port Williams Health Auxiliary invites you to their Christmas Coffee Party and Snowman Display. Bake Table, Touch-and-Take, Christmas Table, Frozen Soups and Entrees. Free will offering, all proceeds for on-going projects. INFO: pburden@ns.sympatico.ca

Need a lighting expert? Chris MacQuarrie (formerly owner of Atlantic Lighting Studio) can create a custom lighting plan for your new home or improve your existing lighting. Chris is a Certified Lighting Consultant with 25 years of experience. INFO: AtlanticLightingDesign.com

Kings Kikima Grannies Jewelry Sale: Sat. Nov 9, 9am–3pm @ Lion’s Hall, Wolfville. Donations of jewelry welcomed. INFO: bacain33@gmail.com

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SAHARA JANE: BETWEEN WORLDS ALBUM RELEASE

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Growing up as a person of mixed Canadian and Afghan heritage, Sahara is familiar with living between worlds. For her, this album is a chance to embrace her musical and cultural backgrounds, and these new songs reflect her empathy and curiosity: open to mystery and new perspectives, never judging, always curious.

Between Worlds will be available in digital and CD formats in mid-October 2019, and on limited-edition vinyl in time for Christmas. The album release concert will take place in Wolfville on Saturday October 19 at the Al Whittle Theatre.

For tickets and details, visit saharajane.com

THURSDAYS: 17, 24, 31 Edible Art Café (New Minas): Marshall Lake (17th, 24th, 31st) 12pm Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Steve Lee Duo (17th, 24th, 31st) 6:30pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Open Jam Session (17th, 24th, 31st) 7pm Maritime Express Cider Co. (Kentville): Callehan (17th), Sly Violet (24th), 7pm Oaken Barrel Pub (Greenwood): Trivia Night (17th, 24th, 31st) 7pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Open Jam (17th, 24th, 31st) 8pm Dooly’s (New Minas): Open Mic (17th, 24th, 31st) 8:30pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Trivia Night (17th, 24th, 31st) 9pm The Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ (17th, 24th, 31st) 10pm FRIDAYS: 18, 25 Edible Art Café (New Minas): Marshall Lake (18th), Sly Violet (25th) 12pm King’s Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): Shawn Hebb (18th), GuyPaul Thibault (25th) 5:30pm Crystany’s Brasserie (Canning): The Blue Lane (18th), Jon Duggan (25th) 6pm

Winemakers Tavern (Lawrencetown): Rockers Karaoke (25th) 8pm Schoolhouse Brewery (Windsor): Open Mic Night w/ Zakary Miller (18th), Open Mic Night w/Tye Dempsey (25th) 8pm Dooly’s (Greenwood): Karaoke (18th, 25th) 8:30pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): The Jill Boudreau Band (18th) 9pm The Anvil (Wolfville): Top 40 DJ (18th, 25th) 10pm

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Oktoberfest Meets Open Brewery Day (19th) 11am, The Tony & Lenny Show (26th) 9pm SUNDAYS: 20, 27 Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Irish Session (20th, 27th) 8pm Union Street Café (Berwick): Dave Gunning, $30 (27th) 8pm MONDAYS: 21, 28

SATURDAYS: 19, 26

Edible Art Café (New Minas): Ron Edmunds & Rod Cann (21st, 28th) 12pm

Lunn’s Mill Brewery (Lawrencetown): Open Brewery Day (19th) 11am

Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Open Mic w/Justin Wood (21st), Open Mic w/SOLA (28th) 8pm

Edible Art Café (New Minas): Stephen McBrine (19th), Steve Lee (26th) 12pm

TUESDAYS: 22, 29

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

Edible Art Café (New Minas): Inigo Cuartero (22nd, 29th) 12pm

The Port Pub (Port Williams): David Filyer Duo (19th) 12:30pm, Broke w/Money (19th), Darren Arsenault Trio (26th) 7:30pm

TAN Coffee (Wolfville): Tuesdays @ TAN (22nd) 7pm The Port Pub (Port Williams): David Filyer Trio & Open Mic (22nd, 29th) 7pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): SWIG (19th), Rip Tide (26th) 7pm

Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): Irish Session (8th, 15th) 8pm

Schoolhouse Brewery (Windsor): Chad McCoy Post Pumpkin Party (19th) 3pm, Live Music w/Callehan (19th), Halloween Party Ft. The Beer Nuts (26th) 8pm

Blomidon Inn (Wolfville): Jazz Mannequins (25th) 6:30pm

Winemakers Tavern (Lawrencetown): Mill Hill (19th) 8pm

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): The Mark Riley Project (18th), The Michael Cada Band (25th) 7:30pm

Kings Arms Pub by Lew Murphy’s (Kentville): PM Blues (19th), Jokers Right (26th) 8:30pm

WEDNESDAYS: 23, 30 Edible Art Café (New Minas): Daniel McFadyen (23rd, 30th) 12pm Winemakers Tavern (Lawrencetown): Trivia Night (30th) 7pm West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Billy T’s Karaoke (23rd, 30th) 9pm

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

TIDE PREDICTIONS

at Cape Blomidon

Submitted

The new album from Nova Scotia songwriter Sahara Jane, co-produced with multi-instrumentalist Ken Shorley, navigates between many different worlds, emotional time zones, and sonic landscapes. It is a journey which encompasses separation and unity, love and yearning, acoustic and electronic, past and present, East and West. Sahara describes the sound, and the intention behind it, as genre fluid. Downtempo beats, folk, and jazz sit comfortably alongside Indian raga and Persian poetry.

(Schedule subject to change)

Source: Canadian Fisheries & Oceans. www.waterlevels.gc.ca OCT 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

HIGH 3:41pm 4:25pm 5:14pm 6:09pm 7:10pm ••7:45am 8:49am 9:50am 10:48am 11:42am 12:32pm •1:21pm 2:09pm 2:56pm 3:43pm

LOW 9:26am 10:09am 10:56am 11:50am 12:49pm 1:53pm 2:58pm 4:01pm 4:59pm 5:53pm 6:43pm 7:06am 7:54am 8:41am 9:28am

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

Only daylight tide times are listed.

• Highest High: 45.3 feet ••Lowest High: 37.7 feet

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© 2019 Rob Brezsny • freewillastrology.com • Horoscopes for the week of October 17th

ARIES (March 21-April 19): “We can’t change anything until we get some fresh ideas, until we begin to see things differently,” wrote Aries psychologist James Hillman. I agree. And that’s very good news for you Aries people. In my view, you are more attracted to and excited by fresh ideas than any other sign of the zodiac. That’s why you have the potential to become master initiators of transformation. One of my favorite types of plot twists in your life story occurs when you seek out fresh ideas and initiate transformations not only in your own behalf, but also for those you care about.

I bet the coming weeks will bring at least one of those plot twists.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Metaphorically speaking, Taurus, you are now crossing a bridge.

Behind you is the intriguing past; in front of you, the even more intriguing future. You can still decide to return to where you came from. Or else you could pick up your pace, and race ahead at twice the speed. You might even make the choice to linger on the bridge for a while; to survey the vast vistas that are visible and contemplate more leisurely the transition you’re making. Only you know what’s best for you, of course. But if you asked me, I’d be in favor of lingering on the bridge for a while.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): As I write this, I’m sitting in a café near two women at another table. One sports a gold cashmere headscarf and pentagram necklace. The other wears a dark blue pantsuit and a silver broach that’s the glyph for Gemini the Twins. HeadScarf shuffles a deck of Tarot cards and asks PantSuit what she’d like to find out during the divination she is about to receive. “I would very much like you to tell me what I really really want,” PantSuit says with a chuckle. “I’m sure that once I find out that big secret, I’ll be able to accomplish wonders.” I hope the rest of you Geminis will be on a similar mission in the coming weeks. Do whatever it takes to get very clear about what you want most.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was meandering through an Athenian marketplace, gazing at the appealing and expensive items for sale. “How many things there are in this world that I do not want,” he exclaimed with satisfaction. I recommend you cultivate that liberated attitude. Now is a perfect time to celebrate the fact that there are countless treasures and pleasures you don’t need in order to be charmed and cheerful about your life. For extra credit, add this nuance from Henry David Thoreau: People are rich in proportion to the number of things they can afford to let alone.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I invite you to try this exercise. Imagine that one springtime you grow a garden filled with flowers that rabbits like to nibble: petunias, marigolds, gazanias, and pansies. This is a place whose only purpose is to give gifts to a wild, sweet part of nature.

It’s blithely impractical. You do it for your own senseless, secret joy. It appeals to the dreamy lover of life in you. Got all that, Leo? Now, in accordance with current astrological omens, I suggest you actually try to fulfill a fantasy comparable to that one in the coming weeks.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): My Virgo friend Lola got a text-message from her Scorpio buddy Tanya. “Why don’t you come over and chill with me and my demons? It’ll be entertaining, I promise! My inner jerks are howlingly funny tonight.” Here’s what Lola texted back: “Thanks but no thanks, sweetie. I’ve been making big breakthroughs with my own demons—giving them the attention they crave without caving in to their outrageous demands—and for now I need to work on stabilizing our new relationship. I can’t risk bringing extra demons into the mix.” I suspect this is an accurate description of what could be happening for you, Virgo.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In ancient holy texts from India, soma was said to be a drink that enhanced awareness and alertness. According to modern scholars, it may have been a blend of poppy, ephedra, and cannabis. In Norse

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mythology, the beverage called the Mead of Suttungr conferred poetic inspiration and the ability to solve any riddle. One of its ingredients was honey. In Slavic folklore, raskovnik is an herb with the magic power to unlock what’s locked and uncover hidden treasures. It’s not a four-leaf clover, but resembles it. I invite you Libras to fantasize about using these three marvels. To do so will potentize your imagination, thereby boosting the cosmic forces that will be working in your favor to enhance your awareness, confer inspiration, solve riddles, unlock what’s locked, and find hidden treasures.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Inventor Buckminster Fuller (1895–1983) was a visionary genius in numerous fields, including architecture, design, engineering, and futurism. In the course of earning 40 honorary doctorates, he traveled widely. It was his custom to wear three watches, each set to a different time: one to the zone where he currently was, another to where he had recently departed, and a third to where he would journey next. “I know that I am not a category,” he wrote.

“I am not a thing—a noun. I seem to be a verb.” I recommend his approach to you in the coming weeks, Scorpio. Be a verb! Allow your identity to be fluid, your plans adjustable, your ideas subject to constant revision.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Art is good for my soul precisely because it reminds me that we have souls in the first place,” said actress Tilda Swinton. How about you, Sagittarius? What reminds you that you have a soul in the first place?

Beloved animals? Favorite music? A stroll amidst natural wonders? Unpredictable, fascinating sexual experiences? The vivid and mysterious dreams you have at night? Whatever stimuli bring you into visceral communion with your soul, I urge you to seek them out in abundance. It’s SoulCherishing and Soul-Enhancing Time for you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The coming weeks will be a favorable time to arrange a series of high-level meetings between your body, mind, and soul. You might even consider staging an extravagant conference-like festival and festivallike conference. The astrological omens suggest that your body, mind, and soul are now primed to reveal choice secrets and tips to each other.

They are all more willing and eager than usual to come up with productive new synergies that will enable each to function with more panache and effectiveness.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “I believe in inhabiting contradictions,” writes Aquarian author and activist Angela Davis. “I believe in making contradictions productive, not in having to choose one side or the other side. As opposed to choosing either or choosing both.” I think Davis’s approach will work well for you in the coming weeks. It’s not just that the contradictions will be tolerable; they will be downright fertile, generous, and beneficent. So welcome them; honor them; allow them to bless you with their tricky opportunities and unexpected solutions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Piscean pianist Frédéric Chopin (1801–1849) was a poetic genius whose music was full of sweetness and grace.

“Without equal in his generation,” said more than one critic. Today, more than 170 years after his death, his work remains popular. Recently an Italian sound designer named Remo de Vico created an original new Chopin piece that featured all 21 of the master’s piano nocturnes being played simultaneously. (You can hear it here: tinyurl.com/NewChopin.) As you might imagine, it’s a gorgeous mess, too crammed with notes to truly be enjoyable, but interesting nevertheless. I’ll counsel you to avoid a similar fate in the coming weeks, Pisces. It’s fine to be extravagant and expansive and mulitfaceted; just don’t overdo it.

Homework: “I have thousands of opinions still—but that is down from millions— and, as always, I know nothing.”

So said Harold Brodkey. And you?

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FEATUREPRENEUR: THE GIVING VEGETABLE Genevieve Allen Hearn

The luffa gourd is native to the Asian tropics, but for three years now, Cindy Lou Oulton has managed to keep her plants prospering inside a garden tunnel on the grounds of TapRoot Farm in Port Williams. After harvesting, drying, and peeling the luffa, it is then sold as a bath sponge or dish scrubber. As far as she knows, she is the only one selling commercially-grown luffas in Canada.

We wanted to know more about this versatile vegetable crop!

The Grapevine (GV): For those readers who don’t know about luffa, tell us about how it works, and the benefits of using it.

Cindy Lou Oulton (CO): Luffa is a gourd (a member of the squash family) that is grown for its fibre. This fibre is known to be beneficial on your skin, by increasing blood circulation, cleaning your pores, and leaving your skin feeling refreshed! Placed in warm water, the natural fibres begin to take on water, becoming satiny soft. You can enjoy your bathing with no micro-plastics going down your drain. Luffa is also a multipurpose scrubber in the kitchen, nick-named the “dish-cloth gourd”. Cut flat for convenience, the luffa is safe to use on all your no-scratch cookware. Your luffa is easily cleaned: food bits fall out readily when rinsed under running water, then it is stood or hung to dry and ready to reuse.

GV: You claim to be the only commercially-grown luffa. What does this mean?

CO: I am the only commercial grower in Canada that I know of, but there are many people who grow or have grown luffa in their back yard. Several people I’ve met have shared that they grew up eating and using luffa daily. I love these stories. Most recently I met people from Tatamagouche who grew substantial crops until they lost their high tunnel to Hurricane Arthur in 2014. I think of a commercial grower as someone who has decided to make farming their career. Referring to myself as a commercial grower, I assume a sizable crop and full time business, where luffa is my livelihood.

GV: Environmental sustainability seems to be a driving force behind your product. Tell us a bit about your founding principles.

CO: Yes, environmental sustainability is a driving force for me. The fact that, for the

consumer, this daily-use product is in no way a compromise when it comes to being healthy for our environment, is fulfilling for me. The luffa gourd is an annual, so can be grown afresh year after year, which shows its sustainability properties. It can be used again and again with no micro-plastics going down your drain and at the end of its usefulness it is completely compostable.

GV: What has the process of starting your own business been like? Any advice for future entrepreneurs?

CO: Starting a business has certainly been an interesting and challenging adventure on its own. I’ve been fortunate to be introduced to people and organizations that are there to assist. Valley REN (Regional Enterprise Network), Acadia Entrepreneurship Center, as well as FarmWorks Investment Co-op - these folks have much to offer in terms of business development. At the end of the day, viability of the business is the goal.

❧ You can find Annapolis Valley Luffa products at My Mother’s Keeper in Windsor, EOS Natural Foods in Wolfville, Gaspereau Valley Fibres in Gaspereau, Noggins Corner Farm Market in Greenwich, Henny Pennys Farm Market in New Minas, Hairitage House Salon in Middleton, and many other locations around the province. Visit cloulton.wixsite.com/ annapolisvalleyluffa for more information.

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What’s Growing at U-PICKS Around the Valley

Lindsey Reddin

Boates Farm 432 Bligh Road, Woodville 9am-5pm 902-678-7301 or boatesfarm.ca Certified organic apples.

Daniels U-Pick 4499 Highway 14 Windsor Forks 11am-5pm 902-798-5432 Pears, apples.

Dempsey Corner Orchards 2717 Highway 221 Aylesford 10am-5pm, closed Sunday 902-847-1855 or Facebook Pears, grapes, apples, pumpkins. $2 farm admission Elderkin’s Farm Market 10362 Highway 1 Greenwich 8am-9pm, Sundays 9am-9pm 902-542-7198 or Facebook Blackberries, apples.

Foote Family Farm 1972 Woodville Road Woodville 8am-5pm, closed Sunday 902-678-4371 or Facebook Apples.

Gates U-Pick 1269 Starrs Point Rd, Port Williams, 10am-6pm 902-542-9340 Apples, pears, pumpkins.

Noggins Corner Farm Corn Maze & U-Pick 10009 Highway 1 Greenwich, Monday-Friday 3pm-5pm, weekends 10am-5pm 902-542-5515 or Facebook Apples, pumpkins.

Stirling’s Farm Market 10328 Highway 1 Greenwich 9am-6pm 902-542-2789 or Facebook Pumpkins, wagon-ride apple u-pick tours.

Vital Berry Farms 366 Gibson Woods Road, Centreville 9am-5pm, closed Wednesdays 902-582-1482 Raspberries & grape tomatoes.

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Call us at 902.544.7177 or email lecaveau@grandprewines.ns.ca to discuss your options

Willowbank U-Pick and Equestrian Stables 110 Starrs Point Loop, Port Williams 9am–5pm 902-542-1999 or willowbankupick.ca Apples, pumpkins, petting zoo, market, museum, and more.

Bring your own boxes or buy them on-site.

Hours are often dependent on field conditions.

Have we missed someone? There are so many wonderful farms in the Valley, it can be difficult to keep track! If you know of a U-Pick that isn’t on our list, drop us a line at submissions@grapevinepublishing.ca.

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DINNER OUT: SCOTT’S DEVOUR! PICKS Scott Campbell

Each year I’m asked to give my recommendations for the Devour! Food Film Festival movies that I think would be the most interesting and entertaining. Admittedly, my selection process is less than scientific. I read the descriptions of the films just like everyone else and try to decide if they’d make my list.

So, with that in mind, here goes: My first selection is Big Night. This is the film that celebrity Chef Lidia Bastianich curated.

I’ve eaten at several of her restaurants and I enjoy her cooking shows so it seemed like a natural choice. Imagine my delight when I discovered that one of the movie’s directors was Campbell Scott. With a name like that, I’m sure it’ll be a great film. Here’s a brief description: Chef Primo (Tony Shalhoub) and businessman Secondo (Stanley Tucci) are immigrant brothers from Italy who open their dream restaurant in New Jersey. However, Primo’s authentic food is too unfamiliar for the locals’ tastes, and the restaurant is struggling. When bandleader Louis Prima is scheduled to appear at their restaurant, the two brothers put all of their efforts into one dinner, which will ultimately decide the fate of their restaurant.

My second selection would be Honeyland. I liked the description of this film as soon as I read it. As you may have gleaned from the title, this documentary is about bees. I’m an advocate of helping to preserve our bee population (if they go - we go) and I love documentaries.

This seemed like the perfect pairing. Here’s the description: This powerful documentary follows

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Hatidze Muratova, a Balkan woman utilizing ancient beekeeping traditions to cultivate honey in the mountains of Macedonia. When a neighbouring family tries to do the same, it becomes a source of tension as they disregard her wisdom and advice.

My last pick for this season is a short film that I think is going to be fantastic. It’s called Is You Is? I can’t tell you much about it because it will be having its Canadian premiere at Devour! this year, but what I can tell you is that it was created by the talented team of Leanne Bishop, Michael Mason, and Kelly Perine. If you think those names sound familiar, well, they should.

This is the same talented troupe that brought us the award-winning short films Reservations For Three?, and Candice & Peter’s Smokin’ Hot Date, both of which have appeared at Devour previously. With a lineage like that, Is You Is? promises to be just as delightfully tummy-tickling as its predecessors.

So there you have them. Be sure to take in as many of the Devour! films as you can. This will be a rare opportunity to see some of the most fantastic cinematic creations in the world of food films. Cheers.

❧ Follow Scott on Twitter or Instagram @ScottsGrapevine

WHERE TO GET YOUR SCARE THIS HALLOWE’EN Explore Ghost Town in Annapolis Royal October 24 – 31, 2019 GHOSTLY GARDENS AFTER DARK October 24, 25 and 26, 6:30-8:30pm, rain or shine!

A hauntingly good time for the whole family.

Where: Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, 441 St George Street, Annapolis Royal.

Suitable for all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult).

Tickets: $7 per adult, $5 per child (12 & under) Purchase tickets online, or at the door.

Information: 902-532-7018 CANDLELIGHT GRAVEYARD TOURS October 24, 25 and 26, 9:30pm, rain or shine!

Join Alan Melanson as he introduces you to ghosts of our past!

Where: Fort Anne National Historic Site (main parking area).

Tickets: $10 Adult, $5 Youth (13-18), $3 Children (12 & under) Show your Ghostly Garden Ticket for a discount.

Tickets sold at the door.

GHOSTLY GARDENS – Sunday MatineÊ Sunday October 27, 2-5pm, rain or shine!

A daylight version of the “after dark� event, especially designed for younger children who are not comfy with darkness.

Where: Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, 441 St George Street, Annapolis Royal.

Suitable for all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult) Tickets: $7 per adult, $5 per child (12 & under) Purchase tickets online, or at the door.

Information: 902-532-7018 GHOSTLY GARDENS BY DAYLIGHT Every day, October 24-26 and October 28-31, 9am – 5pm Explore the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, with a ghostly twist.

Visit the Witch’s Lair, Bat Cave, Giant Spider Web, Musician’s Graveyard, and more. A hauntingly good time for the whole family.

Be sure to browse the Gardens Shop for some ghoulish deals.

Where: Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, 441 St George Street, Annapolis Royal.

Admission by donation (suggested donation of $10 per family) For more information about all Explore Ghost Town events, visit exploreghosttown.com Round Hill Heritage Graveyard Walk Friday October 25, 7pm, and Saturday October 26, 7pm Gather at Round Hill Cemetery, learn stories and tales about our ancestors, the cemetery, oldest gravestone, royalty visits, spooky tales, and SO much more!

Refreshments to follow at Round Hill Hall.

Please bring your own flashlight.

This is a two-part walk with new info on Friday and Saturday nights.

Tickets: $5 per person Where: Round Hill Cemetery, 1788 Highway 201, Round Hill , Nova Scotia For more information, call Sally at 902-665-2000 Haunted Churchill House presents “The Unexpected�

Every October the Hantsport Memorial Community Centre transforms the historic Churchill House into a Haunted House! All monies raised support the facilities, programs and events.

Showtimes: 7pm on Friday October 18, Saturday Oct 19, Friday October 25, and, Saturday October 26.

Children’s Haunted House event Sunday October 20, 2pm Tickets: $10 per person, $8 students.

Where: Churchill House, 6 Main Street, Hantsport For more information, contact hmccinfo@gmail.com or visit Facebook.com/ hauntedchurchillhouse

“The Autumn People� by Ron and Sandra Lightburn

Phantom’s Freakshow Haunted House and Haunted Corn Maze at Stirling’s Fruit Farms Phantom’s FreakShow Haunted House is back for their fifth year at Stirling Fruit Farms in Wolfville (located in the warehouse across the street from the farm market). Groups of 2-3 people enter as willing victims, and then they begin a twisted journey into the depths of the tortured warehouse. This event was created by special effects make-up technicians, and offers nightmare inspiring creatures that lurk in the darkness, professional set design, and a psychological roller coaster, including lots of screams (not recommended for small children and the weak of heart). The haunted corn maze is back this year, during evening shows only. This event supports the IWK Foundation.

Showtimes: Fridays, 7-10pm: October 18 & 25 Saturdays, 1pm-5pm & 6:30pm-10pm: October 19 & 26 Sunday October 20, 1pm-5pm Sunday October 27, 6pm-9pm (Phantom’s Final Cut)

AUTHORIZED BY THE OFFICIAL AGENT FOR STEPHEN SCHNEIDER.

Tickets: Haunted House: $13 (ages 10 and older) $10 (children under 10 years of age) Haunted Corn Maze: $5 (additional charge to be paid at the u-pick shack) Cash accepted at the door.

Where: Stirling’s Farm Market (Greenwich), 10317 Nova Scotia Trunk 1, Wolfville For more information visit phantomsfreakshow.com

STEPHEN SCHNEIDER Kings-Hants ☎ 902-680-VOTE (8683) đ&#x;Œ?đ&#x;Œ? kings-hantsndp.ca ✉ ElectSteve@KingsHantsNDP.ca StephenSchneiderNDP @NDPStephen

Gravely Ghost Walks Let Jerome the Gravekeeper and his ghostly friends inform and entertain on these family-friendly historical tours. Walks happen rain or shine (or snow), so bring an umbrella and warm clothes if need be.

Showtimes: 7:30pm, Clock Park, Wolfville: Thursdays October 17 & 31

Main office: 362 Main St, Kentville NS B4N 1K6

Keith Irving

Wolfville Integrated Health Care

MLA Kings South

Professional healthcare services delivered with a caring and integrated approach

7:30pm, Main Street Station, Kentville Thursday October 24 Wednesday October 30 (indoor show, in partnership with the Kings County Museum) Tickets: $20 Adults, $16 Students & Seniors 65+; $60 4-Packs available (includes HST & Ticketpro fees) Tickets available in advance at any Ticketpro location.

For more information, visit valleyghostwalks.com

Save the Date!

Customer Appreciation Day at EOS! October 24, 9am ~ 8pm – Food & beverage tastings – – Special pricing throughout the store – Come share the attit�de of g�atit�de!

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T E K C TI AY W A E GIV CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS TO:

‘Fall into Winter’ Gala dinner, auction, and dance NSCC, Middleton. Saturday, Nov. 7, 6pm Draw date: Oct. 28. Enter all draws: valleyevents.ca/win

Offering chiropractic care, naturopathic medicine, registered massage therapy and laser therapy, acupuncture, and counselling therapy

189 Dykeland St., Wolfville

902-542-2000 www.wihc.ca

Quality Apartments in Downtown Kentville Walk to everything • Newly renovated • • Balconies and Parking • 57 Academy Street, Kentville •

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

UPCOMING

PUBLIC

MEETINGS

Oct.18 – 9:00 am Audit Committee Oct. 21 – 10:00 am Emergency Management Advisory Committee Oct. 24 – 4:00 pm MPS Public Participation Meeting followed by Planning Advisory Committee Nov. 5 – 8:30 am Committee of the Whole (COW) Nov. 18 – 2:30 pm Environmental Sustainability Committee Nov. 19 – 6:30 pm Town Council Meeting

Send your events to listings@grapevinepublishing.ca THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17

Blood Donor Clinic — Fire Hall, Kentville 5–8pm. Also, Oct 18, 12–3pm • New donors welcome. Book your appointment at blood.ca or 1-888-2-Donate. TIX: no charge INFO: 1-888-2-DONATE Conviction Documentary Film — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–10pm • We will be accepting donations for Chrysalis House at the Door. Warning: This film contains scenes of self-harm and other scenes which may be disturbing to some viewers. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-585-1122 / mary.sweatman@acadiau.ca Themed Trivia Night! — Evangeline Inn & Motel, Grand Pre 7:15–9pm • Our theme will be decades! Dress up like the styles from your favorite decade! Prizes to be won! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-300-8095 / adara@evangeline.ns.ca

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18

Clothing Giveaway — United Baptist Church, Centreville 9–11:30am TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-1946 / lesmbs@eastlink An Adventure up the Dempster Highway to Tuktoyaktuk — Beveridge Arts Centre, Wolfville 12–1pm • John Ascah offers a travelogue with photographs, stories, and some natural history. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-585-1434 / allinfo@acadiau.ca Meet the Gang — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 3–6pm. Also, Oct 25 • Enjoy a drink, games, and conversation. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com Chase the Ace — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 6–8:30pm. Also, Oct 25 • Every Friday! Jackpot $ 1,507.50. Draw time 8:30pm. TIX: Tickets: $5/1, 3/$10, 7/$20 INFO: 902-798-0888 / windsorlegion@bellaliant.ca Kingstec Early Learning Conference — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 6–9pm. Also Oct 19, 9am–4pm • For Early Childhood Educators. This year’s focus: exploring creativity. TIX: $150 INFO: 902-690-2514 / justine.macdonald@nscc.ca H.T. Reid Lecture Series: Dr. Shiri Pasternak — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 7–8:30pm • Assimilation or Segregation? A Talk on the Status of Indigenous Economic Rights in Canada.

TIX: no charge INFO: erin.crandall@acadiau.ca Dance: Ross McCall — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7–11pm TIX: $5 INFO: 902-798-0888 / windsorlegion@bellaliant.ca Haunted Churchill House – The Unexpected — Hantsport Memorial Community Centre, Hantsport 7–9:30pm. Also, Oct 19, 25, 26. • BOO! We have a new theme for this year, which will not disappoint! TIX: $10 adult, $8 student INFO: facebook.com/hauntedchurchillhouse Great Big Johnson — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7:30–10pm TIX: donation INFO: 902-538-9340 Jenn Grant — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–10:30pm • A Canadian folk pop singersongwriter based in Halifax. TIX: Adults $35, Military $30, Students $15 INFO: 902-825-6834 / evergreentheatre@gmail.com Neil Squared – A Tribute to Neil Young & Neil Diamond — Farmers Market, Wolfville 8–10pm • Kenny Byrka’s stunning tribute to two musical legends.

TIX: $25 advance, $30 at door, $15 student INFO: kennybyrkamusic.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

Breakfast — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7:30–10am TIX: $7 adults, $5 ages 5–12, no charge under age 5 INFO: 902-798-0888 / windsorlegion@bellaliant.ca Canucopia Food Bank Drive — Atlantic Superstore, New Minas 8am–8pm • Hosted by Orchard Valley United Church. TIX: donation INFO: sylviajacquard@gnspes.ca 21st Annual Windsor~West Hants Pumpkin Regatta — Lake Pisiquid, Windsor Waterfront 9am–4pm • 9am–noon, local businesses will be creating PVCs (personal vegetable crafts) for the semi-finalists.

Music, vendors, food, and the 4H Pumpkin Olympics at the waterfront. Regatta begins 3pm. INFO: Facebook: @pumpkinregattawindsorns Horton Harvest Craft Fair — Horton High School, Greenwich 9am–3pm • More than 130 crafters and artisans on two accessible levels. Cafe, door prizes, music. TIX: $2 admission. No charge under age 12.

INFO: 902-542-6060 / hortoncraftfair@gmail.com Health & Wellness Expo — Berwick & District School, Berwick 9am–2pm • Free on-site flu shot clinic, 50 exhibitors. Canteen. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-3185 / hhc.wilsons@macquarries.com Coffee Party and Craft Sale — Three Rivers Community Centre, Torbrook 9am–12pm • Coffee Party, Handcrafted Jewellery, Gourmet Jams, Jellies, Chutneys. TIX: $6 INFO: 902-765-3621 / officekpc@eastlink.ca

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Valley Trekkers Volkssport Kentville Pumpkin Walk — Former Train Stn, 66 Cornwallis St., Kentville 10am • Registration 9:30am. Walk begins 10am. This is a 5/10km, 2B walk. INFO: 902-678-5609 Amateur Radio & Electronic Equipment Flea Market — Community Centre, Greenwood 10am–1pm TIX: $5 INFO: 902-309-1504 / garc.ve1wn@gmail.com 10 in 10 Cleanup — Main Beach, Harbourville 10am–12pm • Make a difference in your community!

Bring gloves and download the Litterati app to track what you pick up TIX: no charge INFO: bor481640@gnspes.ca Artisan & Craft Market — Fire Hall, New Minas 10am–5pm • Handmade items, baked goods, 50/50 tickets. TIX: $2 Admission INFO: Tammie, advocatesforangelsinmotion@gmail / 902-915-7667 Haunted House — Noggins Corner Farm, Greenwich 10am–6pm. Also Oct 20, 26 & 27 • All haunted house proceeds go directly to benefit DART NS (Disaster Animal Response Team of Nova Scotia). TIX: $10 person, $8 pp for groups of 4+ (admission includes corn maze & play area) INFO: nogginsfarm.ca Guided Pumpkin People Walk — Former Train Station, Kentville 10am • Presented by Hike Nova Scotia and the Valley Trekkers. Register onsite. Qualify to win a trail prize. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-765-0906 Give Away Day — Christian Family Centre, Nictaux 10am–1pm • Clothing and household items.

Hot Dog BBQ and cookies. TIX: no charge INFO: nictauxbaptistchurch.com Luncheon — Community Hall, 5961 Hwy #1, Cambridge Station 11am–1pm • Supporting Pastor Tim’s Team, Relay for Life. Serving Vegetable soup, sandwiches, desserts, tea, coffee TIX: donation INFO: 902-670-7566 / elva.kelley@ns.sympatico.ca Roundtable on Anti-Black Racism in the Academy — Elliott Hall, Wolfville 12:45–2pm • Light lunch provided. Open to the public. TIX: no charge INFO: erin.crandall@acadiau.ca Guided Hike to the book – Two Crows Sorrow — Vance Balsor Memorial Park, Viewmount 1–4pm • Join Laura Churchill Duke on a guided walk in Burlington to the Aylesford Mountain Nature Trust site and scene of the setting of her novel Two Crows Sorrow, about the murder of Theresa McAuley Robinson in 1904. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-691-5955 / info@laurachurchillduke.ca Benefit Music Show — Baptist Church, Aylesford 1:30–4:30pm • Performers: SONLIGHT, Roxeen & Dalrymple, Hughie McDonell, and Addison Locke.

Proceeds for heart patient following quadruple bypass surgery. Refreshments. TIX: freewill offering INFO: 902-375-2399 / brucebeattie155@gmail.com Ham, Bean & Potato Scallop Supper — Community Hall, White Rock 4:30–6:30pm • Silent auction table.

Fundraiser for hall renovations. TIX: $12 adults, $6 under 12 yrs, under 5 free INFO: 902-542-3014 / saritamacaskill@gmail.com Ham, Bean, Scalloped Potato Supper — Baptist Church, North Alton 4:30pm • Ham, bean, scalloped potato supper. Variety of desserts. Proceeds for church work. TIX: $12 Adults, $6 children under 12 INFO: 902-678-7168 / valerihope@hotmail.com A Taste of DEVOUR! — Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor 6–9pm • Taste, sip and savour what makes Windsor and area great.

Enjoy short films from the Devour Program.

TIX: $20 (https://devourfest.com/) INFO: puppets@mermaidtheatre.ca Valley Voices at 40! — Coldbrook & District School, 2305 English Mountain Rd., Coldbrook 7pm • Special Guests: International Quartet Medalists, Tonic and our chapter quartets. TIX: $15 advance, $18 at the door INFO: Inez, 902-542-5355 ‘80s/’90s Dance & Silent Auction — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 8pm–12am • ‘80s / ‘90s “Keeping it Old School for Our School!”, a fundraiser for Hants Learning Network. (19+) TIX: $10 advance, $12 at door INFO: 902-792-6754 / hantslearning@hotmail.com Sahara Jane CD Release — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • Join Sahara Jane and Ken Shorley for the release of the new album, Between Worlds. A blend of East and West, traditional and modern. TIX: $20 regular / $15 students/seniors/unwaged INFO: saharajane.com Adult Dance: Silver Flame — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • Ages 19+. Bar, kitchen, canteen, 50/50, door prizes. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-678-8935 Halloween Dance: The Barkhouse Trio — Royal Canadian Legion, Middleton 9–12:30pm • Prizes for best costumes. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-825-4751 / edgardowell@gmail.com Shriners Ticket Auction — Fire Hall, Kingston 10–2pm • Ticket auction, quilt ticket draw, canteen available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-1352 / alice.oickle@eastlink.ca

Community Yoga — Inner Sun Yoga Centre, Wolfville 10:30–11:45pm • Slow Flow Yoga TIX: donation INFO: yoga@innersunyoga.ca

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20

Landmark East School Walkathon — Landmark East School, Wolfville 1pm • Registration 12pm. 1pm 2.2 kilometer walk through the town of Wolfville to Willow Park. Money raised will go directly to the Landmark East Foundation, for student bursaries.

INFO: 902-542-2237 / landmarkeast.org Harvest Moon Trail Hike — Kinsmen Club, Wilmot 1pm • Presented by Hike Nova Scotia and the County of Annapolis. Pre-register at annapoliscounty.ca (click Fall Hiking Series). Qualify to win a trail prize. TIX: no charge INFO: nbarteaux@annapoliscounty.ca Frenchy Bag Day — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 1–3pm • Come fill a large garbage bag! TIX: $5 for large bag INFO: 902-582-7246 Mail Exchange Project Opening — ARTsPLACE Gallery, Annapolis Royal 1–3pm • Laura Watson’s art exhibit displays the artifacts of her international Mail Exchange project. TIX: donation INFO: arcac@ns.aliantzinc.ca Meeting of Volunteers — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 1–3pm • Meeting for those who wish to be involved with the planning, organization and production of the annual (2019) community Christmas Day dinner. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-670-0386 / wcchristmasdinner@gmail.com Plein Air Art — Horton Ridge Malt & Grain, Hortonville 1–4:30pm • The Plein Air Artists Annapolis Valley group meets to paint on-location throughout the Annapolis Valley. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-701-8106 / edwardwedler@gmail.com Variety Show — Forties Community Centre, New Ross 1:30–4pm • Harold Hunt & Make Mine Country, Ricky Naugler, Roger & Sheila Bolivar, Cye and the Guys.

Sound by Dave Guptill. Canteen available. TIX: $5 INFO: 902-689-2612 Sunday Music in the Garden Room — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 2–4pm • Lucas Porter, piano, and David Parker, French horn. Program includes works by Schumann, Brahms, Prokofiev, Richard Strauss, and Scriabin. TIX: no charge INFO: artsacadia.acadiau.ca Haunted Churchill House – Children’s Event — Hantsport Memorial Community Centre, Hantsport 2–4pm • Children are invited to tour the house with the lights on. Come in costume! Afterwards, get a treat bag, hot chocolate, and a cookie. TIX: $5 per child INFO: facebook.com/hauntedchurchillhouse Country Music Concert — Fire Hall, Waterville 2–4pm • In support of the Annapolis Valley Chapter of Autism NS in Kingston. TIX: $12 advance, $15 at the door INFO: Ruth, 902-691-2638 / ruthmanning1972@gmail.com Japanese Cheesecake & Kombucha Workshop — Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning 2–6pm • Learn to make Japanese Cotton Cheesecake and Kombucha! TIX: $50 INFO: 902-582-3842 / admin@artscentre.ca Benefit Show for Paul Rhodenizer — Community Hall, Burlington 2–5pm • Exit 15 Band (featuring: Shelley Godwin) and Country Heat. Canteen, raffle/bake sale, 50/50 draw. Proceeds for medical expenses. TIX: free will offering INFO: 902-538-8523 / rafusejoann@gmail.com Fundy Cinema screens THE FAREWELL — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7pm • A young Chinese American woman (Awkwafina) travels back to China to visit her dying grandmother under the guise of a fake wedding orchestrated by her family so as not to darken what time their beloved matriarch has left while giving everyone a chance to say goodbye. TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050 Hymn Sing — United Baptist Church, Wolfville Ridge 7–9pm • Special guests: Jim and Judy Manuel.

Refreshment and fellowship to follow. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-3419 Hymn Sing — Third Horton Baptist Church, Kentville 7pm • Special guest: Jack Neily, and our own Canaan Chords. TIX: no charge INFO: canaanyouthsue@gmail.com Beverley Johnson & Marc Djokic — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–9:30pm • Beverley Johnston: marimba, vibraphone, musical saw, hand drums.

Marc Djokic: violin. A memorable duo performance !

TIX: $28 (general), $20 (students) Acadia box office INFO: 902-585-1282 / pas@acadiau.ca

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21

Chess Club — C@P Lab, Wolfville 6:30–9pm. Also, Oct 28 • All ages and skill levels. TIX: no charge INFO: hazenburton@gmail.com

Hayward Lectures with Rev. Dr. Randy Woodley — Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons, Wolfville 7–9pm • “Indigenous Theology as Original Instructions and Critique of the Western Christian Worldview” by Rev.Randy Woodley, PhD. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-585-2210 / adcinfo@acadiau.ca / acadiadiv.ca Valley Gardeners Club — Room 241, Beveridge Arts Centre, Wolfville 7:30–9pm • Joint Blomidon Naturalists Society/Valley Gardeners Club meeting. Forests beyond Borders: Exploring the Acadian Forest Region at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.W/ Adrien Rawley, Horticulture Assistant and Educator, Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5008 / communications@valleygardeners.ca

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22

The Pollinators w/ BZZZ — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 10am • The Pollinators tells the story of the controlled migration of billions of honey bees around the US. Screening with the short film BZZZ. TIX: $5 + hst (online @ devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Play with Me — Valley Autism Centre, Kingston 1–2:30pm. Also, Oct 29 • A time to be creative, active, and engaged with your child/children.

All ages. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@kcfrc.ca Hungry Bowls Fundraising Dinner — Cafeteria, West Kings District High School, 5:30–7pm • Youth Raising Awareness of Food Security Issues.Meal and handcrafted, one-of-a-kind bowl included. Soups, rolls, desserts, and money for charity is included in the $25 price. Art work in both traditional media and electronic will be on display to raise awareness of hunger. INFO: jbalcom1@gnspes.ca ZUMBA class — Recreation Centre, Kentville 6:30– 7:30pm. Also, Oct 29 • Latin inspired fitness class.

All levels.TIX: $6 drop-in INFO: 902-489-1257 / basilr7@gmail.com Trivia Night — Evangeline Inn & Motel, Grand Pre 7:15–9pm • Prizes to be won! 5 different rounds! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-300-8095 / adara@evangeline.ns.ca

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23

Let’s Get Up and Move — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 9:30–10:30am. Also, Oct 30 • An hour of increasing your heart rate and having fun. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@kcfrc.ca Duck Academy w/ The Old Man & the Pears — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 10am • Three thousand ducks, one farmer, and an ultimate goal to produce chemical-free sustainable rice. Screening with the short film The Old Man & the Pears. TIX: $5 +hst (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Seniors Tea and Social — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 1–3pm • Music by Straight Shots TIX: no charge INFO: 902-798-0888 / windsorlegion@bellaliant.ca Apple Blossom Annual General Meeting — NSCC Kingstec Campus, Kentville 7pm • Join us for our 2019 Annual General Meeting to recap our 2019 Festival, and plan for the future! TIX: no charge INFO: info@appleblossom.com Canadian Federation of University Women — Wu Welcome Centre, Wolfville 7–9:30pm • Business followed by guest speaker, Judy Rafuse from The Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce. TIX: no charge INFO: cfuwwolfville.com From the Vine – Devour! Opening Gala — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • A downtrodden man (Joe Pantoliano) experiences an ethical crisis and travels back to his hometown in rural Italy. TIX: $25 +hst INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24

Dive! w/ Hearth and Chef Dylan: How to Make Pizza — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 10am • Filmmaker Jeremy Seifert and friends dumpster dive in the back alleys and gated garbage receptacles of Los Angeles’ supermarkets. Screening with two short films: Hearth & Chef Dylan: How to Make Pizza TIX: $5 +hst (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Soup Luncheon — Kings Presbyterian Church, New Minas 11am–1pm TIX: donation INFO: 902-385-2550 / doricesutcliffe@icloud.com Basic Cooking — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 11am–1pm • A four session, two-hour program that facilitates the basic cooking skills allowing access to healthy, local, lower cost food.

Call to register. Childcare is available. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@kcfrc.ca

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Send your events to listings@grapevinepublishing.ca Taste of Nova Scotia Awards Program & Reception — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 2pm • Celebrate & honour the people who produce, develop, export, prepare, and serve the best quality local food and culinary experiences in the province. TIX: no charge INFO: lia@devourfest.com Wolfville Food Tour — Just Us! Cafe, Wolfville 2:30– 5:30pm. Also, Oct 31 • Led by a local guide, you’ll visit up to 8 fantastic locations where you’ll be given a food sample and hear the inside scoop about Wolfville’s food story. TIX: $67.40 adults, $61.65 under 18 years @ Ticketpro.ca / Cochrane’s Pharmacy (Wolfville). INFO: 902-692-8546 / info@whereitsattours.com Beloved w/Côte de Boeuf — Studio-Z, Wolfville 3:15pm • The story of 82-year-old Firouzeh, one of the last female sheepherders working in the traditional way in Iran.

Screening with the short film Cote de Boeuf. TIX: $15 +hst, $12 +hst student/senior (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com

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David Rocco’s Dolce Italia — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 3:30pm • Two episodes of Italian-Canadian Chef David Rocco’s Dolce Italia are in-depth looks at the food and modern culture of Italy. David Rocco will be in attendance and will participate in a post-screening Q&A with festival host, Bob Blumer TIX: $15 +hst, $12 +hst student/senior (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Big Night — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 5pm • Brothers Primo & Secondo are immigrants from Italy who open their dream restaurant in New Jersey. Lidia Bastianich will participate in a post-screening Q & A w/ Bob Blumer TIX: $15 +hst, $12 +hst student/ senior (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Monster Mash – 750m Dash — Rainforth Park, Berwick 5:30–7:30pm • Open to all abilities! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-538-8068 / tboylan@berwick.ca

The Game Changers w/ Masters — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • A UFC fighter’s world is turned upside down when he discovers an elite group of worldrenowned athletes and scientists who prove that everything he had been taught about protein was a lie.

Screens with short film: Masters. TIX: $15 +hst, $12 +hst student/senior (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com The Best Sommelier in the World w/The Sommelier — Studio-Z, Wolfville 8:15pm • The world’s best sommeliers have three days to demonstrate a lifetime of study at the prestigious World Sommelier Competition. TIX: $15 +hst, $12 +hst student/senior (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Dramatic Readings — Main Street Station, Kentville 9:30–10:30pm • Join authors Vernon Oickle and Laura Churchill Duke for dramatic readings of their novels. Follows the Kentville Valley Ghost Walk (paid). TIX: no charge INFO: 902-681-0880 / info@laurachurchillduke.ca

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

Art Nature Play – PD Day Camp — Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning 9am–5pm • Get creative at Ross Creek!

TIX: $50 INFO: 902-582-3842 / admin@artscentre.ca Fall Craft Fair — War Memorial Community Centre, Windsor 10am–5pm • Start your Christmas shopping.

Canteen provided by the 9-lives cat rescue. TIX: $2 admission, or $1 w/ food bank donation. INFO: 902-684-9898 / kathleenmacdow27@gmail.com Shorts Program: Italian Wines — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 11am • Five Short Films focused on Italian wines. TIX: $15 +hst, $5 +hst student/senior (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com

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WEEKLY EVENTS THURSDAYS

Coffee, Tea, & Conversation — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 10am–12pm. ALSO TUESDAYS! Coffee/tea, snacks, and conversation. FEE: $2 INFO: wolfvillelegion@gmail.com TAOIST TAI CHI™ — Louis Millet Community Centre, New Minas 11am–2pm. INFO: Mary Anne, 902-678-4609 / kentville@taoist.org Games Afternoon — Thursdays 1–4pm, St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Hall, Hantsport. Cards, Mexican Train, Crib. Refreshments. FEE: $2 Admission INFO: weegin61@hotmail.com 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 Farm Market — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 4–7pm. Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, hot food, knitting, wood crafts, painting, jewelry, pet supplies, sewing and more. Live music, 50/50 draw. INFO: 902-825-6116 / contact@macdonaldmuseum.ca Nia — Community Hall, Greenwich 5:30–6:30pm.

Dance & fitness bringing health, strength, and flexibility suitable for any fitness level.

FEE: $10 drop-in, or 5 classes/$45 INFO: Ali, alboyer10@gmail.com TV Bingo — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 6pm.

ALSO Wednesdays. Play at home or in the lounge.

TIX: Books available at bar. INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.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 North Mountain Chorus — Community Hall, Long Point Rd, Centre Burlington 7–9pm. Weekly rehearsals. INFO: northmountainchorus.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 Darts — Wolfville Legion 7pm INFO: 902-542-5869 Karaoke — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 8pm. Until Dec. 12. Bar open. Ages 19+ INFO: 902-542-5869 Jam Session — Community Centre, Wilmot 7–9:30pm. Jam Session with snack FEE: $2 INFO: 902-825-3125 Music Jam — Community Hall, Cambridge Station 7–10pm. TIX: $2 INFO: 902-538-9957 / gands@xcountry.tv Windsor Legion Branch 009 General Monthly Meeting —The third Thursday of the month, 7:30pm (except July & August). Fort Edward Mall, 35 Empire Lane. New members always welcome. INFO: 902-798-0888 / windsorlegion.ca Ladies Cardio Kickboxing — Baptist Church, North Alton 8:30–9:30pm. Also Tuesdays. Adult class to improve coordination, cardiovascular improvements, self-defense, stress, and weight reduction. TIX: no charge for 1st week of classes INFO: 902-670-8714 / devin@ennissecurity.ca

FRIDAYS

Playful Pals Play Group — THREE LOCATIONS: Recreation Centre, Wolfville / Community Centre, Woodville / New Beginnings Center, Greenwood, 9:30–11:30am. • Enjoy parent-child interaction and meet other families. Sing songs, play in the gym, and more. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@kcfrc.ca

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Kingston Area Seniors Association (KASA) Fun Days — Kingston Branch 98. Royal Canadian Legion.

1–3pm. Age 55 and older. Cards and games every second and fourth Friday of each month. INFO: 902-765-3365.

Chase The Ace & Supper — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5–7pm • Downstairs; use back door. Cash bar. 19+ TIX: Tickets 3 for $5. Supper $8–$10 INFO: 902-538-5815 Chase the Ace — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 6–8:30pm • Cut off for ticket purchase is 8:30pm, draw at 8:45pm. TIX: $5 each, 3/$10, 7/$20 INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com Jam (Open Mic) — Wolfville Legion 7pm. 50/50 draw and door prize. Until Dec 20. FEE: $2 INFO: 902-542-5869 Board Game Night — C@P Lab, Wolfville Public Library, 7pm. Bring your games! Ages 12+ FEE: no charge INFO: 902-790-4536 / turpin56@gmail.com “Greenwich Jammers” Jam Session — Greenwich Community Hall, 106 Greenwich Rd., 7–9:30pm.

Weekly until May. Light lunch served. FEE: $2 INFO: Bill/Vera Thomson, 902-542-0501 / vera.n.thomson@gmail.com Darts — Windermere Hall, 402 Windermere Rd., Berwick. Come for a fun night of shooting. Draw for partners. Prizes. Canteen. FEE: $3 INFO: Pam, 902-389-2399

SATURDAYS

Wolfville Farmers’ Market — DeWolfe Building, Elm Ave., Wolfville 8:30am–1pm. October 19 Music: The Vaudevillian. October 19 Theme: Pumpkin Palooza.

October 26 Theme: Devour! Grills at the Market.

INFO: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca Pound Fitness — Acadia Fitness Room, Wolfville Athletics Complex 9–10am. W/ Birgie Hazel. It’s fitness drumming giving you a full-body workout.

Modifications are shown. Work at your own fitness level. Ripstix and mats provided. FEE: $8 drop-in fee or Acadia fitness pass pricing. INFO: facebook.com/PoundRockoutWithBirgie Farmers’ Market — HMCC grounds, Hantsport, 9am–1pm. “Support Local” by purchasing produce, baked goods, and artisanal items. INFO: emore40@gmail.com Berwick Community Market — Legion, 232 Main St., Berwick 9am–1pm, year round. Local producers and artisans! INFO: Chris, 902-538-5815 / chris48goddard@icloud.com North Mountain Farmers & Artisans Market — North Mountain United Tapestry, 3201 Long Point Rd., Harbourville 9am–4pm, June–Oct. Local farmers, bakers, and artisans. Live music and BBQ. INFO: unitedtapestry@gmail.com Flying Squirrel Adventures — Kentville Ravine, 9:45am–12:15pm. Third Sat. of each month, year-round (Next: Oct 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. 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 Tarot Readings — ArtCan Gallery, 9850 Main St., Canning 2–5pm. W/ Richard Di Castri. By appointment only. INFO: 902-582-7071 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 SpeakEasy Saturday Night Jazz Jam & Open Mic — West Brooklyn Hall, 7–10pm. First Sat. of the month for Oct & Nov. (Next: Nov 2). Join the Jill Hiscock Group for jazz, blues and R & B in a 1920’s nightclub.

Cocktails, snacks and dancing. Age 19+ FEE: $5, Cash only. INFO: Ruth, 902-542-5424 / jrlegge@eastlink.ca

SUNDAYS

Farmer’s Market — Victoria Park Bandstand, Windsor 10am–2pm. Through mid-October.

The best of local food and artisans. Live music & workshops. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-579-7652 / acfm.market.manager@gmail.com Group Meditation — Bishop Hall, Greenwich.

10:30am–noon. Join us sitting meditation, discussion, and tea. Bring your own cushion if you prefer. Wheelchair accessible. (Includes the Windsor Meditation Group until the fall.) FEE: By donation.

INFO: 902-670-1006 / joan.norris60@gmail.com / windsormeditationgroup@gmail.com Cafe & Farmers’ Market — Community Hall, Black River 11am–1:30pm. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. FEE: $8 for lunch + dessert/coffee/tea INFO: spinvolk@yahoo.ca Pool — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 3pm. FEE: $3 INFO: 902-538-9340 / gillyflowergarden@rocketmail.com Social Ballroom Dancing — Community Centre, Port Williams 3–5pm. Practice existing dance skills, learn new group dances. Previous experience & dance partner are required to join the DanceTime club! TIX: $15 pp per semester (Oct until Jan, Feb until May). First visit is free. INFO: DanceTime.PortWilliams@gmail.com Bingo — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7:30pm–10pm. INFO: 902-798-0888 / WindsorLegion@bellaliant.com

MONDAYS

FitYoga — Monday 8:30am, Tuesday 9am, 6pm.

Thursday (hotyoga) 8pm, Friday 8am, Sunday 9am INFO: fityogawindsor@gmail.com Windsor Game Night — Library, Windsor 6pm.

Board game group. New players welcome! FEE: no charge INFO: meetup.com/valleygames / turpin56@gmail.com Breast Quest Dragon Boat Society — Canoe Club, Waterfront, Windsor 6:30–7:30pm, through Sept.

Also Thursdays. No experience required. INFO: margotwithat@hotmail.com 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 Jam Session — Louis Millett Community Centre, New Minas 7–9:30pm. FEE: $2 INFO: 902-681-6972 / vintagemusic1@hotmail.com

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 Gaeilge sa Ghleann — 10am–12pm, alternating between the MacDonald Museum, Middleton, and 47 St. James Street, Annapolis Royal. Learn the Irish language. Suitable for all levels. INFO: 902-778-1049 / gaeilgesaghleann@gmail.com Caregiver & Baby Yoga (non-mobile) — FitYoga, Windsor 10:30–11:30am. FEE: $14 drop in. Class passes available INFO: facebook.com/FitYogaWindsorNS Rug Hooking — 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

Talk About It Tuesday — Smokey Quartz Emporium, 83 Commercial Street, Middleton, 5–7pm. The purpose of the group is to help fill some of the voids in our healthcare system when it comes to support for mental health. Share or just listen. INFO: smokeyquartz902@gmail.com TAOIST TAI CHI™ — Louis Millet Community Centre, New Minas 6–9pm. INFO: Mary Anne, 902-678-4609 / kentville@taoist.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 45’s Card Party — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7pm. Auction 45’s, Nova Scotia’s card game! 50/50 draw. Non-members welcome. FEE: $5 INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@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 7–9:15pm, 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).

Traditional circle and line dancing from the Balkans and Middle East. No partners. Lots of fun, good exercise, and great music. Expert instruction for all levels of dance. 7:30pm – Introductory Level, 8:30pm – Experienced and request dancing. FEE: $7 per session, $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 Kentville Farmers’ Market — Centre Square, 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 4–7pm. Live music, 10+ vendors, Market Suppers.

October 23 Music: Hilites. October 23 Theme: Breakfast for Dinner Night. October 30 Music: Sahara Jane. October 30 Theme: Diwali Market INFO: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca Pound Fitness — Centreville Baptist Church gym, 870 Murray Drive, Centreville, 6:30–7:30pm.

W/ Birgie Hazel. It’s fitness drumming giving you a full-body workout. Modifications shown.

Work at your own fitness level. FEE: First class is free. 3 months $72, $7.50 drop-in fee. Ripstix provided. Bring a yoga mat, please. INFO: facebook.com/PoundRockoutWithBirgie/ Community Yoga — Rec Centre, Kentville (upstairs) 7–8pm. W/ Stephanie Battems. FEE: $5 drop-in INFO: kentville.ca / 902-679-2539 Irish Social Set Dancing —Bishop’s Hall, Greenwich 7–9pm. No partner is required... just a little rhythm and a love for dancing! INFO: Pat, 902-679-9267 GriefShare — New Hope Wesleyan, Kingston 7–9pm. Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. FEE: no charge INFO: 902-847-1225 / davetheman161@gmail.com Auction 45’s Card Party — 989 Deep Hollow Rd, Black River Community Hall 7–9pm. May–Oct. 50/50 tix available. Lunch provided. FEE: $3 INFO: sharonlake07@gmail.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

Send your events to listings@grapevinepublishing.ca The Wandering Chef w/Truffles — Studio-Z, Wolfville 11:15am • A heartwarming story of how food can bring people together in times of clarity, confusion, and loss. Screening with the short film Truffles.

TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst student/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Ten Thousand Villages Fair Trade Gift Sale — Fire Hall, Kentville 12–8pm. Also, Sunday, Oct 26, 9am–3pm • An opportunity to make a difference by shopping fair trade. Come discover hundreds of handcrafted items, musical instruments, ornaments, toys, and jewellery from artisans in 27 countries! TIX: no charge INFO: kimdoconnor@gmail.com A Forest of Kings on the Mexico-Guatemala Border — Beveridge Arts Centre, Wolfville 12–1pm • The Mayans of Central America left behind many magnificent ruins, testimony to a great civilization that lasted 1000 years.

Photos and commentary from a recent expedition

by Bruce and Pam Matthews. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-585-1434 / allinfo@acadiau.ca Merci Bocuse w/ Dish Pigs — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 2pm • Canadian chefs Trevor Ritchie and Jenna Reich head to the prestigious and daunting Bocuse d’Or chef competition in France. Screens with short film Dish Pigs TIX: $15 + hst (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Virgin & Extra: The Land of Olive Oil w/Tomatoes — Studio-Z, Wolfville 2:15pm • Jaén, Spain—the “World Capital of Olive Oil”—and the historical relationship it’s had with Italy since time immemorial. Screening with the short film Tomatoes. TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Roast Beef Dinner — Lions Club, Wolfville 5–7pm • St. John’s Anglican Church, annual Roast Beef Dinner, Funds go to L’Arche Building our Dream campaign.

TIX: Adults $15, Children under twelve $8 INFO: 902-681-7402 / karenhennigar@hotmail.com Trunk or Treat — United Baptist Church, Port Williams 5–7pm • Come in costume for an evening of trick or treating out of the trunks of our members vehicles, decorated for Halloween. Free BBQ and refreshments provided. All are welcome! TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-3495 / office@pwubc.org Stage: The Culinary Internship w/CHEF — Studio-Z, Wolfville 5:15pm • The film follows a group of interns during a nine-month apprenticeship at one of the best restaurants in the world, Mugaritz. Screening with the short film CHEF. TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Food Fighter w/ Make Love: Horton Ridge — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 5:30pm • The inspirational story of Ronni Kahn’s one woman crusade against the global scandal of food waste. Screening with Make Love: Horton Ridge TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Curling Social/Pizza Party — Glooscap Curling Club, Kentville 6pm • Experience curling. Bar available. Pass the Ace. INFO: info@glooscapcurling.ca Round Hill Heritage Graveyard Walk — Round Hill Cemetery, Round Hill 7pm. Also, Oct 26 • Learn stories and tales about our ancestors, the cemetery, oldest gravestone, royalty visits, spooky tales and SO much more! Refreshments to follow at Round Hill Hall. TIX: $5 per person INFO: 902-665-2000 Wayne Parker — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 7:30–10pm • Friday Night Live with Wayne Parker TIX: donation INFO: 902-538-9340 Soldier’s Social – 1940’s Dance — Ballroom, Main Street Station, Kentville 8pm • Take a step back in time while honouring our World War II veterans, with a night of music, theatre, dancing, light fare, and drinks. TIX: $25 members, $30 non-members INFO: 902-678-6237 Mike Biggar & Manitoba Hal — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–10:30pm • Mike Biggar offers rollicking, high energy vocals with deep soulful roots TIX: Adults $30, Military $25, Students $15 INFO: 902-825-6834 / evergreentheatre@gmail.com Billion Dollar Bully w/ Beatz & Eatz — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • An investigative look into accusations that online marketing giant Yelp! is running a mob-like extortion racket. Screening with the short film Beatz & Eatz TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/ seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Halloween Party — The Union Street, Berwick 8pm–1am • W/ Willie Stratton. Costume contest! TIX: no cover charge INFO: theunionstreet.com Nose To Tail w/ Almost Famous: The King of Fish and Chips — Studio-Z, Wolfville 8:15pm • A talented but abrasive chef struggles w/ personal demons and the pressures of running a high-end restaurant. Screening with the short film Almost Famous: The King of Fish and Chips. TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/ seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

Parish Breakfast — St. James Anglican Church, Kentville 8–10am TIX: $9 per person. INFO: 902-678-3123 / stjames@ns.sympatico.ca Community Yard Sale — St. James Anglican Church, Kentville 8am–12pm • Proceeds for Servant’s Heart Ministries. TIX: no charge INFO: servantsheartdr.org Breakfast — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 8–10am • Enjoy a great breakfast! You won’t leave hungry. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com Fall Yard and Craft Sale — Community Hall, 4329 Brooklyn St., Somerset 8am–1pm • Treasures and crafts.

Muffins, tea/coffee. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-670-7566 / elva.kelley@ns.sympatico.ca Breakfast — Curling Club, Middleton 8–10:30am TIX: donation INFO: 902-825-2695 / bemorine@hotmail.com Auxiliary Bazaar — Hants Community Hospital, Windsor 9am–2pm • Raffles, 50/50 draw, baked goods, jewelry, plants, crafts, white elephant room and quilt ticket sales.

Light lunch available to purchase. TIX: free admission INFO: helensews2@gmail.com Gaspereau Press Wayzgoose Authors’ Salon — Wickwire House, Kentville 10am–12pm • Panel discussion with three authors being published by the Press this Fall: Tammy Armstrong, Bren Simmers and Ryan Turner. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-6002 / info@gaspereau.com Gaspereau Press Wayzgoose Book Arts Talk — Kings Arms Pub, Kentville 10am–12pm • Book Arts Talk with Mary Bruno, owner of Bruno Press, Minnesota. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-6002 / info@gaspereau.com Shorts Program: Comedy — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 11am • Eight short films with food and fun themes TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Shorts Program: Slice of Life — Studio-Z, Wolfville 11:15am • Nine short films with food themes. TIX: $15 + hst general, $12 + hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com The Harvest High Tea — Planters Ridge Winery & Vineyard, Port Williams 12–3:30pm • A perfect afternoon with family and friends, over a luxurious high tea! TIX: $49 Event Brite INFO: info@juliekevents.com Anniversary of the Apostolic Church — Mountain Christian Centre, 2344 Davidson St., Gaspereau Mountain 1pm • Join us as we celebrate our 92nd anniversary of the beginning of the Apostolic Church in Canada. INFO: bajnmsm@gmail.com Rummage Sale — NSCC Campus, Middleton 1–3pm • Rosemary Chapter IODE Rummage Sale. TIX: no charge INFO: shelleyreycraft93@gmail.com Gaspereau Press Wayzgoose Open House — Gaspereau Press, Kentville 1–4:30pm • Featuring talks by guest letterpress printers from Minnesota and Ontario, readings by some of the press’s authors. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-6002 / info@gaspereau.com Shorts Program: Olive Oil — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 2pm • Two short films about Olive Oil. Q & A with olive oil expert Fil Bucchino after the screening, plus an olive oil tasting! TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/ seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Harvest Auction — Black River Community Hall, 989 Deep Hollow Road 2–4pm • Silent pie auction, pickles, jams, preserves, produce. Canteen available. INFO: sharonlake07@gmail.com Open Studio — Diana Baldwin’s Studio, 1948 Church St, Port Williams 2–5pm. Also, Oct 27, 2–5pm • Drop by the studio to see new works by printmaker Diana Baldwin TIX: no charge INFO: 902-680-2432 / dianajbaldwin@gmail.com Nothing Fancy: Diana Kennedy w/The Dishwasher — Studio-Z, Wolfville 2:15pm • Master chef, teacher, and activist Diana Kennedy has become one of the most celebrated culinary legends of Mexican cuisine.

Screening with The Dishwasher. TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Fish Supper and Jam Session — Fire Hall, Summerville 4–6pm • Enjoy grilled haddock dinner or fish and chips while listening to some local talent. TIX: $9–$14. INFO: 902-633-2680 Ham and Scallop Supper — Masonic Hall, Mill St., Berwick 4–6:30pm TIX: $12 adults, $8 children under 8 INFO: 902-670-2893 / john.calder@eastlink.ca Turkey Supper — United Church, Aylesford 4:30–6:30pm TIX: freewill offering. Take outs $12 INFO: 902-847-9624 / aylesfordunited.com Fuel Supper — Community Hall, Centreville 4:30–6:30pm • Turkey supper w/ all the trimmings. TIX: Adults $12, Children $6 INFO: 902-678-3999

The Great Italian w/Hole & Ouzo Therapy — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 5pm • Gualtiero Marchesi’s cooking changed the history of Italian regional cuisine forever.

Screening with two short films: Hole, and Ouzo Therapy TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/ seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Artifishal w/The Youngest Captain — Studio-Z, Wolfville 5:15pm • Man’s damaging effect on the wild fish population, has driven it closer to extinction.

Screening with the short film The Youngest Captain.

TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Pizza & Movie Night — Christian Fellowship Centre, Wilmot 5:30–8pm • In a small coal mining town, four friends build a rocket after Sputnik is launched. Follow their struggle as they overcome all obstacles. TIX: donation INFO: 902-765-4124 / bfboddy@gmail.com Gala Under the Stars! — Lions Club, Berwick 6–9pm • A showcase of Prom and Evening gowns! We will have craft and direct seller vendors and a 50/50 draw, and gift draws. Proceeds go to Furs to Feathers animal rescue, and The Fallen Angels Sanctuary rescue. TIX: $5 at the door INFO: 902-375-2359 / delformalswear@gmail.com Slap Shots & Boot Stompin’ Tour — Arena, Windsor 6:30pm • Join former NHL players at the Windsor Arena, followed by a Kitchen Party at the Windsor Community Centre. TIX: Game – $20 advance, $25 at the door, Kitchen Party – $30 advance, $35 at the door @ Brooklyn Home Hardware, Windsor Home Hardware INFO: 902-790-1885 / dfrancis@westhants.ca Annual Harvest Auction — Horton Community Centre, Grand Pre 7–10pm • Auctioneer: Paul Saulnier. Items donated by local residents, baked goods and produce.

50/50 draw. Canteen service. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-542-3150 Gaspereau Press Wayzgoose Readings and Book Arts Talk — St. James Anglican Church, Kentville 7–10pm • Readings from Tammy Armstong and Bren Simmers, and a Book Arts Talk by guest printer Larry Thompson. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-6002 / info@gaspereau.com Book Launch: Two Crows Sorrow — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7–9pm • Join Laura Churchill Duke for the launch of her novel, Two Crows Sorrow. Readings by the author, folk music performances by Sharon Churchill Roe and Steve Roe, and refreshments. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-691-5955 / info@laurachurchillduke.ca AVHC Coffee House — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 7:30–9pm • Annapolis Valley Honour Choir Senior Choristers showcase their talents up-close & unplugged! Canteen available. TIX: donation INFO: avhccoordinator@gmail.com Halloween Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 8–12pm • Halloween dance with DJ White Ice! Dress up if you like! TIX: $8 INFO: 902-542-5869 / wolfvillelegion@gmail.com Maxima w/ Kahawa — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • One woman’s courageous journey to stand against the destruction of resources that hold far more value than gold. Screening with the short film Kahawa. TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/ seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Hang Time w/Sweater — Studio-Z, Wolfville 8:15pm • A cancelled wedding reunites three friends for a long weekend together at a beautiful vineyard. Screening with the short film Sweater. TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Halloween Dance — Fire Hall, Waterville 9pm–1am • Must be 19 and over. Prize for best costume. TIX: $7.50 INFO: 902-670-4118 Hallowe’en Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 9pm–12:30am • 19+. Music by Great Big Johnson.

Costumes encouraged. TIX: $7 INFO: 902-582-7246 Halloween Dance — Community Hall, St Croix 9pm–1am • Halifax DJ Services. Cash Prizes for Best Group & Scariest Costumes TIX: $4 INFO: 902-790-3435 / christie_ross@hotmail.com Adult Dance: Big Deal — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am • Ages 19 and over. Bar, Kitchen, Canteen, 50/50, Door Prizes. TIX: $8 INFO: 902-678-8935 TripALady Hallowe’en Dance — Old Orchard Heritage Barn, Wolfville 9pm • Prize for best costume!

Cash bar. TIX: $15 advance (The Rolled Oat, Wolfville), $20 at the door. INFO: 902-300-9149 / bishopmountain@eastlink.ca

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27

Farewell Music Service — Third Horton Baptist Church, 767 Canaan Mtn. Rd., Canaan 11am • Pastor Joel Okyere is moving to Montreal. We want to send him off with a special Music Service. Old songs and new, and refreshments afterwards. Everyone is welcome! INFO: canaanyouthsue@gmail.com

Community Arts Days — Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning 1–4pm • Join us for an amazing day, exploring the diverse and rich culture of Indonesia through a day inspired by ancient and contemporary Indonesian art and food! TIX: donation INFO: 902-582-3842 / admin@artscentre.ca Castle Frederick Farms Hike — Castle Frederick Farm, Falmouth 2pm • Kids are invited to dress in their Halloween costumes. TIX: no charge, but please register: INFO: 902-790-9647 / activeliving@westhants.ca Children of the Athenia Remember — Wu Welcome Centre, Wolfville 2–3pm • Stories of those who survived the sinking of the S.S. Athenia in 1939. W/ Heather Watts. TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-9775 / randallhouse@outlook.com Ghost Fleet w/Hybrids — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 2pm • A haunting documentary that uncovers the vast injustice of slavery in the Thai fishing industry through thrilling escape stories. Screening with the short film Hybrids. TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/ seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com The Cake General w/Creamed Lobster Nova ScotiaStyle — Studio-Z, Wolfville 2:15pm • An eccentric resident of “the most boring town in Sweden” decides to put his sleepy hamlet on the map by assembling the world’s longest layer cake. Screening with the short film Creamed Lobster NS Style. TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Diwali Kirtan Festival — Horton Community Centre, Grand Pre 2:30–9:30pm • Featuring: SuryaChandra, Padma Shanti, Halifax Satsang Collective, Trillium, and Pranavam. Kirtan is yoga of the heart! Join us! TIX: $25 advance, $30 at the door INFO: padmashantikirtan@gmail.com Sauerkraut Supper — Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd., New Ross 4–6pm • Sauerkraut, Oktoberfest Sausage, mashed potatoes, Dessert. TIX: $13 adult, $7 age 5–12, $3 under 5 INFO: fortiescc@gmail.com Honeyland w/Flour, Water, and Salt — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 5pm • This documentary follows Hatidze Muratova, a Balkan woman utilizing ancient beekeeping traditions to cultivate honey in the mountains of Macedonia. Screening with the short film Flour, Water, Salt TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com T for Taj Mahal w/Thank You Seagulls — Studio-Z, Wolfville 5:15pm • an illiterate villager runs a roadside eatery near the Taj Mahal. He hatches a unique idea of offering tourists who eat his food the option of paying their bill, or teaching the local youngsters.

Screening with the short film Thank You Seagulls.

TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com Fall Gospel Concert and Hymn Sing — United Baptist Church, Kentville 6:30–8pm • W/ Matt Lunn and friends, Valley Voices, Band2Gether, and more! TIX: freewill offering INFO: 902-678-3162 / Kentvillebaptist.org Gospel Benefit — Horton High School, Greenwich 7–8:30pm TIX: donation INFO: 902-542-6075 / lawrence.parker@avrce.ca The Biggest Little Farm w/Distance- Short Stories About Food — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 8pm • The eight-year quest of John & Molly Chester as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland & a dream to harvest in harmony with nature. Screening with the short film Distance-Short Stories About Food.

TIX: $15 +hst general, $12 +hst students/seniors (devourfest.ticketpro.ca) INFO: 888-311-9090 / michael@devourfest.com

MONDAY, OCTOBER 28

Fun with Food — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 9:30–11am • Explore new recipes and cook with your child. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-678-5760 / family.centre@kcfrc.ca Fall Coffee Party — The Beehive Adult Service Centre, Aylesford 10am–12pm • Coffee/tea, baked goods, and door prizes. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-847-9696 / beehiveasc@eastlink.ca Mindful Eating Workshop — Atlantic Superstore, New Minas 6–7:30pm • Join Jessica, your In-Store Dietitian on an interactive tour as she discusses some of the factors that influence our eating. TIX: $15 INFO: 902-476-0942 / jessica.matchem@loblaw.ca

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29

Fireflies Luncheon — Fire Hall, Middleton 11am–1pm • Pulled pork burger ($10) turkey vegetable soup, corn chowder ($9 ea), pumpkin and apple pie.

TIX: $10 burger, $9 soups INFO: 902-825-6563 / vertigomargaret@hotmail.com

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Send your events to listings@grapevinepublishing.ca Abandoned RCAF Radar Station BEAVERBANK — Kings County Museum, Kentville 7:30–9pm • In 1950 manned bomber raids by the Soviet Union over Nova Scotia were considered quite likely. RCAF Station Beaverbank fulfilled a critical role in the early days of Canada’s and North America’s air defense. TIX: donation INFO: 902-678-6237 / info@kingscountymuseum.ca

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

Fall Turkey Supper — St. James Anglican Church, Kentville 4:30–7pm • Pick up dinners available. TIX: $12 for adults. Kids under 12, $6 (eat-in only). INFO: 902-678-3123 / stjames@ns.sympatico.ca Fundy Cinema screens MAIDEN — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm • Director Alex Holmes uses interviews and archival material to thread together the story of how Tracy Edwards, a 24-year-old cook on charter boats, became the skipper of the first ever all-female crew to enter the Whitbread Round the World Race in 1989.

TIX: $10 INFO: 902-542-1050 Harvest Auction — Baptist Church, Avonport 7–10pm TIX: donation INFO: 902-698-1204 / levyclowry@hotmail.com

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

Trunk Or Treat — Fresh From the Oven Bakery N More, Greenwood 6–8pm • Fresh From The Oven is hosting a Trunk Or Treat for all the children of Annapolis Valley. We have 40 car slots to fill and encourage the community to come help us out in providing a safe space for the kids to trick or treat. TIX: no charge INFO: 902-242-2555 / freshfromtheoven.2018@gmail.com

LIVE THEATRE Valley Ghost Walks — Clock Park, Wolfville Oct 17, 7:30pm / Main Street Station, Kentville Oct 24, 7:30pm / Clock Park, Wolfville 7:30pm Oct 31, 7:30pm • Join Jerome the Gravekeeper as he introduces you to his ghostly friends in these family-friendly historical productions! TIX: $20 adults, $16 students/seniors (includes HST & fees). Available via Ticketpro.ca & cash-only before walk. INFO: 902-692-8546 / valleyghostwalks.com / Facebook: Valley Ghost Walks Annie, One, Two, Three — King’s Theatre, Annapolis Royal Oct 18, 19, 7:30pm, Oct 20, 2pm • Set in 1995, Annie, One, Two, Three portrays three wealthy, elderly sisters living together in a luxurious home in a private sheltered estate. The sisters share far too many secrets, lies, and betrayals, leading to murder. This “who-doneit” will have the audience guessing until the very end.

Presented by The Annapolis District Drama Group (ADDG). TIX: $16 adult, $8 youth @ King’s Theatre INFO: 902-532-7704 The Lace, A Monologue in Ten Scenes — Dawn Oman Art Gallery, Bridgetown, NS 7:30–9pm • A dramatic monologue about office conflict, ambition, intergenerational conflict, and relationships. TIX: $15 advance, $20 at the door. Tickets available at the Gallery (298 Granville Road, Bridgetown) INFO: 902-665-2466 / info@dawnomanart.com Ghostly Compilation Ghost Walk — Main Street Station, Kentville Oct 30, 7:30–9:30pm • A 2-hour, family-friendly historical production in the haunted Shire Town of Kings County. Join Jerome the Gravekeeper and his ghostly friends from all the locations they haunt. This is a special indoor show with the Kings County Museum.

TIX: $20 Adults, $16 Students @ Ticketpro locations: Cochrane’s Pharmasave (Wolfville), Home Hardware (Windsor), Wilson’s Pharmasave (Kentville, Berwick) INFO: 902-692-8546 / jerome@valleyghostwalks.com

EXHIBITS Self Made — Hardware Gallery, Kentville. Through Oct 24 • Solo exhibition featuring the work of local folk artist, Dennis Ramsay. Closing reception, Oct 24, 7pm. INFO: hardwaregallery.ca “Love Song” — Harvest Gallery, Wolfville. Through Oct 27 • Twenty joyful new paintings by Halifax artist, Melissa Townsend. Melissa’s paintings are unquestionably whimsical, fun, light and quirky. INFO: harvestgallery.ca Halloween Art Show for Kids — Pascalice’s Bistro, Kingston. Through Oct 31 • Co-hosted by Nova Seven Arts Council. Halloween artwork by children aged 14 and under. INFO: 7arts.ca / penny@7arts.ca / Facebook: Halloween Art Show for Kids Stories from the Forest Primeval — Acadia University Art Gallery, Wolfville. Through Dec. 4 • Acadian-Métis artist François Gaudet’s solo exhibition explores themes of exile, of memory and heritage. The exhibition presents sculptural, photographic and installation-based work.

The artist will have an on-site base camp where he will continue to expand, reflect and create work in which he seeks to articulate a homeland for himself. INFO: gallery.acadiau.ca

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Koto Shimokuni Rumble & Bruce Deines — Jack’s Gallery, Just Us! Cafe, Wolfville. Until Nov 3 • Paintings

by Koto Shimokuni Rumble and photographs by Bruce Deines. INFO: jacksgallerywolfville@gmail.com Maladies Remedies & Pharmacies — Kings County Museum, Kentville 9am–4pm, through Dec 10 • In 1918, as WWI swept across Europe, a silent and deadly enemy overtook the entire world resulting in the death of millions. The Spanish Flu Pandemic is largely forgotten today. This exhibit explores this catastrophic event and how it impacted people in Kings County. TIX: donation INFO: 902-678-6237 / info@kingscountymuseum.ca 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 the complete list of library events: valleylibrary.ca

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17

The Hangout — Library, Kentville 6–7:30pm. Also, Oct 24 & 31 • Hang out with friends, play x-box games, board games, enjoy snacks. Every week. For ages 12–17. INFO: 902-679-2544 Kidz Book Club — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 7–8pm • We are reading The Marvels, by Brian Selznick.

Copies available at the library. Snacks & fun discussions.

Ages 9–14. INFO: 902-538-8060 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 Fibre Ops — Library, Windsor 10am–12pm. Also, Oct 25 • For knitters, hookers, crocheters, weavers and spinners, or anyone who enjoys the fibre craft arts. Bring your own project. INFO: 902-798-5424 Kindermusik — Library, Kingston 1–2pm. Also, Oct 25 • Are you ready for a musical adventure? For preschoolaged children and their parent/caregiver. INFO: 902-765-3631

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

Making Poems w/ Wanda Campbell — Library, Kentville 1–3pm • Learn about the magic of metaphor and music, and how they combine to create a new experience for both writer and reader. Pre-registration is required.

INFO: 902-679-2544 Fall Photo Scavenger Hunt — Library, Windsor 1–2:30pm • Fun for all ages (Note: teams will be leaving the library, so kids may need an adult on their team).

Teams must have at least 3 members. Team captains, please register in advance. Bring your camera! INFO: 902-798-5424

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22

Games Week — Library, Windsor 12–8pm. ALL WEEK: Oct 20–26 • It’s Games Week! Have fun with our selection of family-friendly games. INFO: 902-798-5424 Game On! — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 2–8pm. ALL WEEK: Oct 20–26 • Games @ the Library’ week! Play a tried and true or try something new. We’ve got plenty of board games at the Library or bring your own! Daily Trivia Challenge! Participants are eligible to enter to win an Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet & a $25 Amazon Gift Card! INFO: 902-684-0103 DIY Crafts — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 3–4:30pm • Supplies & instruction sheet provided for a “do-it-yourself” craft. For ages 6–14.

Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

INFO: 902-684-0103 Creative Kids — Library, Kentville 3:30–4:30pm. Also, Oct 29 • Crafts, games, stories, and lots of fun! Ages 6 to 9.

INFO: 902-679-2544 Acoustic Tuesdays Library Jam — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 6–8pm • An open invitation to local musicians, singers, and songwriters to come and share their tunes and talents. Listeners also welcome! 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. INFO: 902-684-0103

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23

Earlybird Stories & Crafts — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 9:45–10:45am. Also, Oct 30 • Stories, songs, games and crafts for children aged 2–6 and their caregivers. Please register in advance. INFO: 902-684-0103 Busy Babies Storytime — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 10–10:30am. Also, Oct 30 • Join us for rhymes, bounces and books! For ages 0–2 and caregivers. INFO: 902-542-3005 Stories & Songs — Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library, Middleton 10:30–11:30am. Also, Oct 30 • Enjoy books, playtime, and a snack, with other children.

Mainly for children ages 0–5 (w/ parent/caregiver), but all children are welcome. Registration is required. INFO: 902-825-4835

Preschool Upcycle Art w/ Cheryl — Library, Kingston 10:30–11:30am. Also, Oct 30 • An art program designed just for preschool aged children and their parent/ caregiver. INFO: 902-765-3631 Tiny Tales — Library, Kentville 11–11:30am. Also, Oct 30 • Enjoy rhymes, songs, and books with other children and parents or caretakers. Best for ages 2–5. INFO: 902-679-2544 Creative Kids — Library, Windsor 3:30–4:30pm. Also, Oct 30 • Join our Creative Kids for an after school craft.

Suitable for ages 7–10. Registration is required. INFO: 902-798-5424 Photography Club — Library, Windsor 6–8pm • Are you an amateur photographer? Please join us to discuss, share and learn about photography techniques and processes. INFO: 902-798-5424

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24

Fun & Fables — Library, Windsor 10:30–11:30am.

Also Oct 31 • Join us for an hour of stories, songs, rhymes and crafts suitable for preschoolers (age 2–5) and their caregivers. Registration is required. INFO: 902-798-5424 IELTS Information Session — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 6–7:30pm • The International English Language Testing System is a test developed by the world’s leading experts in language assessment on four key English language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. It is designed to assess the language ability of people who aim to study, work, immigrate and integrate an English-speaking environment. INFO: 902-538-8060 Babies and Books — Memorial Library, Wolfville 10:30am.

Also Oct 31 • Babies and caregivers can join us for stories, songs and playtime. 0–2 years. Thursday mornings until Nov 28 INFO: 902-542-5760

Book Club — Library, Kentville 6:30–8pm • This month: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. An exquisite ode to the natural world, a heartbreaking coming-of-age story, and a surprising tale of possible murder. Discussion, laughs and a cup of tea! INFO: 902-679-2544

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

Coffee & Conversation — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 10–11:30am • Conversation Starter: A. Sandy Buchan, Seniors Transit Champion, Kings Transit Authority. Join us for coffee, tea and conversation. INFO: 902-538-8060 Escape from the Library! — Library, Kentville 1:30– 2:30pm (Ages 9–12) & 3–4pm (Ages 13–17) • Follow the clues, break the codes – will you escape in time?

Registration is required as space is limited. INFO: 902-679-2544 Knitting by the Book — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 6:30–8pm • Come and knit, crochet, rug hook, spin, weave. Bring your own project and meet new friends. INFO: 902-538-8060

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27

Book Club — Library, Windsor 2–4pm • Ask library staff for our monthly book selection. If you are interested in joining this discussion, pick up a copy of the book at the Windsor Regional Library. New members are welcome.

INFO: 902-798-5424

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

Trick or Treat! — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 5–8pm • Stop by in costume for a “trick or treat” and have your picture taken for the FHPL’s Hantsport Halloween photo album. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hantsport Public Library. INFO: 902-684-0103

MEET THE ARTS PROGRAMMING DIRECTOR AT ROSS CREEK Anna Horsnell

Ian Funke-McKay seems the perfect fit for his new position as arts programming director at Ross Creek Centre for the Arts in Canning.

His generous smile exudes enthusiasm while guiding visitors through the main facility, past gallery spaces and rehearsal halls and a group of home-schooled children here for an arts experience. He knows firsthand what this place offers. Having grown up in Scots Bay, he spent his summers immersed in the various youth programs at Ross Creek, and by 2013 was involved in facilitating a number of their summer and March Break workshops himself.

The experience played a huge role in encouraging him to pursue a career in the arts.

He grew up in a creative family (his mother is acclaimed writer Ami McKay), and studied landscape painting under another local artist, Ron Hayes. Attending NSCAD University was the natural next step, and he graduated in 2014 with a bachelor of fine art. It was there he met his partner and fellow artist, Bree Hyland. Together they decided to leave the city for a rural setting where they could nurture their artistic ambitions. Coming home to Scots Bay felt right, and Ross Creek had an eye on his future.

Funke-McKay’s own art practice is diverse, including painting, sculpture, digital fabrications, and virtual realms. The desire to continue expanding and growing as an artist has involved numerous residencies and projects locally and across the country, including time at the Centre for Art Tapes in Halifax, The Vermont Studio Centre in 2017, and The Banff Centre in 2018. A month spent in Turkey in 2015 ignited his interest in medieval forms and architecture. Most recently, his work has been showcased in a solo exhibition entitled “Serpentine Signs” at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown.

Ross Creek opens up another level of opportunity. As arts programming director, Funke-McKay is responsible for ensuring their gallery hosts important exhibits each season. He organizes youth workshops for summer and school breaks (ages 4 to 18), and leadership workshops where participants lend

support to the instructors while building their own skills and taking part in academy workshops for free. This means he is working with instructors, volunteers, and various community groups onsite and also through outreach programs in the winter months. There’s also the international residency program offering artists the opportunity to further their art while living at Ross Creek. It’s all part of Ross Creek’s overall vision of “becoming a place for multidisciplinary arts education and development that serves working artists and helps create the next generation of artists of all disciplines.”

Days at Ross Creek vary, season to season, and Funke-McKay welcomes the variety. His favourite part of the job? “Getting to share the art in the gallery, and being involved in the youth projects. The magic and energy is hard to shake off,” he grins, “It made such a big impact on me and now I get to see the journey for others.” He also has hopes for the future at Ross Creek: “More access to the arts. To continue to find ways that work for people, to make new paths. It’s such an important part of cultural exchange. We’re building together, learning about art from around the world and our own unique community.”

Contact Funke-McKay at programs@artscentre.ca or visit the Ross Creek website for a list of all their events and ongoing programs at artscentre.ca.

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WHAT IS A MUSHROOM FORAY? Philicity Byers

This past summer was a busy one for student and Arthur Irving Scholar Sydney Scholten.

Now in her final year at Acadia, Scholten spent the summer in the laboratories of the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre and at Avonport Beach conducting research for her honours degree. Scholten’s honours research concerns what are commonly referred to as “mud shrimp” in the Bay of Fundy. Scientifically known as Corophium volutator, they are a member of a suborder of crustaceans called amphipods. Corophium is actually considered a keystone species in the mudflats of the upper Bay of Fundy, meaning that they play an important role in sustaining the ecological integrity of the local area. Corophium populations in the Bay of Fundy are a crucial food source for migrating shorebirds such as semipalmated sandpipers, who complete an epic 5,000 kilometer journey from their arctic breeding grounds to their wintering grounds in the south every year.

Most simply, a mushroom foray is an expedition for the purpose of collecting mushrooms, but it’s a lot more than just that. It’s a gathering of people who are interested in unearthing – literally and figuratively – the world of fungi. People of all ages, experience levels, and interests are welcome to join in the festivities, with the main event typically being a guided hike to gather mushrooms.

Following the foray, there is time to appreciate the artistic and scientific wonders of mushrooms: their role in the ecosystem, whether symbiotic or saprotrophic, and their many gifts and services, including nutrient cycling, food, dye, and art. The more practiced participants share their knowledge with newcomers to uncover the identity and unique elements of each mushroom, sometimes employing field guides and microscopy. After a day filled with observing, smelling, and touching mushrooms, you can often count on one last sense and taste the flavours of these delightful organisms once edible varieties are cooked.

COROPHIUM: A TASTY FEAST FOR SANDPIPERS Sarah Lavallée (Class of 2022)

This past weekend was the 11th annual fall mushroom foray organized by the Nova Scotia Mycological Society, held at Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, near Canning. Upon my return from the event, my roommate asked me what a mushroom foray was, so, to my roommate and anyone else who is wondering:

When you first trek into the woods, it’s like a box of chocolates: you never know what you’re going to get. Each person is searching for the biggest, tastiest, rarest, coolest, or most colourful mushroom to claim as their own discovery. It may help to stick to the front of the group or else you’ll wonder why you aren’t finding any mushrooms as people collect in a frenzy. Throughout the excursion, mushrooms are photographed, harvested, passed around, admired, collected, and transported before later being identified and discussed. Many participants come with charming wicker baskets readily in hand, making it easy to blend in as a seasoned forayer if you bring one along (plus they make great carrying devices).

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Photo courtesy of Allison Walker

These celebrations are one of the few occasions where you are guaranteed to not be the only one in the room excited by mushrooms.

It is also probably one of the only times that you will be in a room that is filled with more mushrooms than surfaces to put them on, which is quite the spectacle! It is a time to slow down and appreciate the diversity of mushrooms and their variable forms, identify species, meet with similarly interested folk, and maybe even take a few specimens home to fry up for dinner.

Of course, this is just my perspective on what a mushroom foray is: you’ll have to attend one yourself to see what it’s all about.

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Known as “mud shrimp” because of their burrowing behaviour, Corophium are in fact quite choosy about where they burrow. The size and nature of the sediment and the salt content of the water washing over the mudflat are examples of some of the things Corophium consider when choosing where to burrow. Corophium also tend to choose areas close to other previously dug burrows.

Scholten’s research focuses specifically on whether interactions between members of the juvenile Corophium population affect where they make their burrows. To study this, Scholten collected sediment and Corophium from the Avonport Beach tidal zone and utilized the mecocosm benches in the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre to simulate the Minas Basin tides. Juvenile Corophium were then added to pots of sediment (referred to as cores) that either contained other adult Corophium or

Ben Hewins and Sabrina Floccari, helping biology students, and Arthur Irving Scholar Sydney Scholten (centre) set up her experiment.

simply sediment. The juvenile Corophium were then given one week to choose an area to burrow. Scholten is now in the process of sieving the cores and counting the Corophium.

Scholten also completed some behavioural experiments with Corophium. She observed that female adult Corophium engaged in a lot of fighting against other female adults, presumably over previously dug burrows. While male to male fighting has been studied– males tend to fight over females in reproductive seasons– female Corophium have not been known to fight amongst each other. This was an interesting and surprising finding that will no doubt lead to more research on the subject.

Scholten would like to thank her co-supervisors, Dr. Gibson and Dr. Boates, for their continuous help and support, as well as Sabrina Floccari. She would also like to extend her gratitude towards the staff and state-ofthe-art facilities of the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre. Scholten looks forward to completing her research this year on these fascinating creatures.

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This year’s fall foray saw over 100 species of fungi, and over 80 members of the public participated, coming from all over the province. For more information about the club and its activities, visit nsmycologicalsociety.org.

WEST KINGS HUNGRY BOWLS FUNDRAISER: YOUTH RAISING AWARENESS OF FOOD SECURITY ISSUES Submitted

West Kings District High School’s first Hungry Bowls fundraising dinner is taking place in the cafeteria on Tuesday, October 22 from 5:307:00pm as a drop-in meal. Tickets are $25 at the door in support of local food banks, and include a meal of soups, rolls, and desserts, and a handcrafted, one-of-a-kind bowl. A free will offering at the suggested minimum of $5 allows the event to be accessible to children and families. Artwork in both traditional and electronic media will be on display to raise awareness of hunger.

Begun in the US as Empty Bowls, Hungry Bowls has now been running for a number of years at NSCAD and some schools in our province to raise funds to help fund food agencies and raise awareness about food insecurity.

Heather Davis, teacher at West Kings, learned of Hungry Bowls through professional development last fall and wanted to run it at WK, inspiring students to make a difference. There is a need to make students aware of food insecurity and take an active role in being a part of community solutions, a need to recognize the human right of food, and to make nutrition-dense, quality food available for all.

Hungry Bowls is a mini project within a tech enhancement initiative at West Kings that has been designed by Ms. Davis and colleagues

Janet Balcom and Sara Harris. Balcom and Harris teach technology courses at West Kings and Davis integrates technologies into her drama, visual art, and music programs.

While the the Hungry Bowls project kicks off the year, the theme of food security and raising awareness about it is happening throughout the year at WK. Students are being encouraged to collaborate creatively on solutions to this and its related issues whether they be local or global, and to design, construct, and think as digital age learners across the curriculum. Students’ assignments are for the community, much larger than the classroom, as they develop as engaged citizens. Activities in courses include researching and creating informational materials or displays and performances to raise awareness on eating local, the slow food movement, food choices, food waste, gleaning, and programs that support those who are food insecure. Opportunities have been presenting themselves for visiting farms where gleaning takes place, S.O.U.P. programs, and Devour! the Food and Film Festival, as well as to learn documentary-style filming. Students are learning that Nova Scotia is the most food insecure province, even though we live here in a fertile, agricultural valley.

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