The Grapevine, April 17 – May 1, 2014

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The Grapevine

Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

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April 17 – May 1, 2014 | Issue No. 11.8

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Index About Us p.2 Furry Feature p.3 Random Act of Kindness p.3 Here & Away p.3 The Free Tweets p.4 Mike Uncorked p.5 Crossword p.5 Freewill Horoscopes p.6 Inquisitive Trivia p.6 Tide Chart p.6 Acadia Page p.8 Who's Who p.11 Farmers' Market p. 12 Stardrop p.13 Recipe p.14 Eat to the Beat p.14 Weeklies, Exhibits, Theatre p.15 What's Happening Events p.16 & 17 Free Classifieds p.18

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ON THE front COVER:

n important part of an eye exam is the retinal assessment. The retina is the thin inner lining of the eye responsible for transmitting all the visual information from the world around us back to the brain for processing.

The retina is the only place in the body where your blood vessels are visible. Because of this, optometrists are able for evaluate for signs of certain systemic conditions, such as hypertension, stroke, cardiovascular dysfunction, and diabetes.

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Technological advances in retinal imaging over the past decade have given eye-care professionals two major advantages: early detection of eye diseases and monitoring of eye conditions. Optos Optomap retinal imaging works by using harmless low-energy lasers that scan the retina.

Our patients will have their optomap repeated at each full eye exam. This allows us to monitor retinal changes over many years.

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Traditional retinal-imaging technology allowed us to view approximately 10 percent of the retina. Optomap imaging can allow us to view up to 80 percent of retinal tissue at once! By reviewing these images, we as optometrists are able to assess for signs of many potentially sight-threatening eye conditions, which may include retinal holes, tears and detachments, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and melanoma. Most of these issues can arise without any pain or changes in vision and are often only diagnosed during routine eye examinations.

Be sure not to neglect your eye health. Adults should have an eye examination every two years whether they wear glasses or not. Children should have their first eye examination by age 3.

Dr. Jill Munro, Optometrist VisionCare Optometry Centre 4 Central Avenue, Wolfville 542-3435 / Jill.Mu

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Editor's note: I recently had an eye exam with Dr. Munro and I was so impressed by this amazing technology. This facinating image is my right eye.

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n May 31, in Wolfville, Deep Roots Music Cooperative proudly presents an exciting double bill with Joel Plaskett and David Myles!

For a fourth year, the Deep Roots Music Co-op collaborates with the Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival to present a major concert on Apple Blossom Saturday. This year, on May 31, Deep Roots presents two of Eastern Canada’s most beloved artists, Joel Plaskett and David Myles, coming together for one memorable double bill.

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Joel has been very busy since last year’s launch of his studio, New Scotland Yard, producing for an impressive list of artists and beginning work on his own next recording.

His Wolfville performance will be one of his rare live appearances so far in 2014.

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Feature Pet – Jackson :

Jackson is a domestic short-haired neutered male. He was born around May 31, 2011. He has a lot of energy and loves to play! Sometimes he gets a bit frisky and rough, so he may not be best with small children. He is a beautiful cat with a strong purrsonality!

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Random acts of

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Experienced a random act of kindness recently? Share with us: info@ grapevinpublishing.ca

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y husband has a big heart for helping our friends in the neighbourhood. Before Christmas, we drove by my friend (a single mom) up on a ladder trying to put up her Christmas M lights. She is terrified of heights, so I know how stressful this would have been for her! My

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husband pulled the car around and immediately went to put up her lights for her. Then, during one of the big snowstorms he loaded our snowblower into the back of the van and drove it over to clear the driveway for the same friend, as well as another family friend. This saved them hours of shovelling!

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Update on TAZ: TAZ has been adopted!

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THE HORIZON PROJECT PRESENTs NOVA SCOTIA GAMING TOURNAMENT

Young Artist Cover Competition!

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he Grapevine is looking for an Apple Blossom cover! Send us a high resolution scan of your artwork and we’ll showcase the winner’s piece on the Apple Blossom issue of the Grapevine, May 29th, 2014. Open to artists aged 0-18.

For more information, contact: info@grapevinepublishing.ca FYI: The Annapolis Valley Regional Libraries have scanners & Public Access computers.

HERE AND AWAY Recycling Rates A. Household participation in recycling.

*Percentages are derived by multiplying the number of households that had access to at least one form of recycling program (e.g., bottles/cans, paper, compost) with the number that reported using at least one of those available recycling programs.

Nova Scotia: 96%. 387 kilograms of solid waste/person/year (2011).

P.E.I.: 98% New Brunswick: 82.5% Alberta: 85% 1.1 tonnes/person/year (figures inflated by non-residential waste disposal.)

Ontario: 95% B.C: 93%. 587 kg/person/year (2010).

Manitoba: 79% Canada: 90% United Kingdom: 34.5% South Africa: 3.3% B. Percentage of waste recycled.

(Latest international figures are from 2010.

Latest Canadian figures are from 2007.)

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Austria: 63% Germany: 62% Belgium: 58% Sweden: 34% United States: 32.5% (2001: 14%) New York City: 15% Los Angeles: 76.4% Canada: 30% Halifax: 55% Toronto: 42% Vancouver: 55% Saudi Arabia: 10-15% United Kingdom: 39% (2001: 12%) Greece: 20% India: 47% Japan: 50% (377 kg/person/year) Sources: CBC News; Energy Digital; Statistics Canada; Recycling Guide.org.uk.; Council for Economic Education (U.S.); European Environment Agency; Scientific American; The Toronto Star; Waste Management World.

DATE : May 17 (Armed Forces Day) TIME : 10:30am (all day) The Horizon Project presents Nova Scotia Gaming Tournaments, the brainchild of the spirited entrepreneur Chris Hartley of Hantsport via London, UK. Chris will be hosting a PlayStation 4 gaming tournament, Call Of Duty: Ghost, and believes it to be a step in the right direction to bring fun back into the communities of rural Nova Scotia and attract a small slice of tourism back to the Annapolis Valley.

The Horizon Project will be hosting cash prize tournaments and community events in Hantsport and throughout rural Nova Scotia, while working alongside community organizations and societies. Chris reckons that with a little time guidance and support from our Nova Scotia communities, we can create many small businesses that are socially and economically sustainable. Chris also believes that The Horizon Project has the capacity to generate enough capital to start a much larger project aimed at driving tourism to the province, especially to the Annapolis Valley, if we all work together and stop waiting for government grants and handouts.

Keith Irving

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Chris says "I believe in our community groups and listen to the demands of what the people want, especially our youth. We can make this happen with small concepts that complement the desires of the people, and I believe that desire to be social and economic growth through entertainment. I truly believe that all rural communities have the opportunity to benefit from this energetic, dynamic concept, which is professional as can be in its approach" The Horizon Project plans to use large portions of its tournament profit and reinvest into small communities.

Currently supported by a small team of people, Chris shares the passion of many people. He has put his hands into his own pockets and hopes more people do the same. Chris also explains that The Horizon Project has some quirky, ambitious ideas, and he is not afraid to take a leap of faith towards those goals to benefit the many.

If you would like to participate at the cashprize gaming tournament, tickets can be purchased online via the TheHorizonProject.net Early Bird Tickets are $30.

Chris Hartley tournaments@thehorizonproject.net

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Embrace life itself with the powers of the Universe! Pay It Forward by giving the gift that keeps on giving. Visit us online to find that unique gift for the Mind, Body & Spirit in time for the Easter holidays.

Our purpose is to provide the tools to help aid those who seek to live the life for which they are intended to live. There is something unique and special about each of us and we are here to share it with the world. It is our hope that we touch the lives of others in a way that is profound and unique by offering these extraordinary gifts and treasures from the Universe!

Wanda Pike officially launched Mystical Jing Energies on October 20, 2013.

Sonja Bent, Silpada Rep — shb1@eastlink.ca / facebook.com/silpadasonjabent# • Silpada Sterling Silver Jewelry Sale on now with Sonja Bent, Silpada Rep. Save 15% off your April order! .925 sterling silver & lifetime guarantee!

Sonja serves the Valley & would love to help you earn free jewelry for hosting a get-together!

Like her on FB to win a gift card! sip.chat.connect. — 454-4646 / sipchatconnect.ca / facebook: Sip.Chat.Connect. • Invest in you and your business by joining us for a stressfree day of networking, learning and rafting on the Shubenacadie River. Participants will leave having learned about the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle, appreciating what life has to offer and how to look at things in a positive way. June 27, 7am-5pm @ Tidal Bore Rafting Park & Cottages, Urbania.

Grand Pre Winery — Lower Grand Pre Road, Wolfville, 542-1753 / grandprewines.ns.ca • Case Lot Sale! The 2013 vintages are soon to be bottled and we need to make room in the cellar. During the month of April only, purchase a minimum of 12 bottles of any of our wines and receive a 30% discount. Cases can be mixed! This offer is available for pick up at the winery only. For pick up at Wolfville Farmers’ Market pre-arranged and prepaid only. While supplies last.

The Noodle Guy — 964 Highway 358, Port Williams, 697-3906 / ross@thenoodle.ca / thenoodle.ca / facebook: The Noodle Guy • Grilled Cheese Jam at the Noodle Guy! Grilled cheese,

mac & cheese, and cheesy ’80s music with Trevor Avery, Saturday, April 19! Shop open at 10am, music from 2-4pm.

Inner Sun Yoga — 461 Main St. Unit 4, Wolfville, 542-YOGA / yoga@innersunyoga.ca / innersunyoga.ca • One aspect of yoga is ahimsa, which is non-harming to self and others.

This leads to a desire to support others and contribute to the community.

New Booker School — 4 Seaview Ave., Wolfville, 585-5000 / newbookerschool@gmail.com / newbookerschool.ca • The Booker School is pleased to announce that it will be making its official home on Belcher Street in Port Williams. “As our student base has continued to grow, so has our need for space,” says Johanna Mercer, Booker School director. “This could not have happened without the support of so many parents and students, and of course, our wonderful local community.” The Booker School will commence the 2014-’15 academic year at the new location.

Valley Family Fun — info@valleyfamilyfun.ca / valleyfamilyfun.ca • Doing random acts of kindness is a great form of role-modelling for your kids. Get them involved and come up with ideas of their own. Pay it forward by helping the next generation of do-gooders! For ideas check out our website!

Highlander Strength and Fitness — Unit 5, 11 Calkin Drive, Kentville, 300-9305 /

This year’s international Pay it Forward Day (PIFD) on Thursday April 24 aims to inspire over 3 million acts of kindness around the world. Paula Huntley, organizer of a PIFD Chapter in the Valley, explains, “Whether they are called random acts of kindness or just being thoughtful, whichever way you look at it, it helps someone’s day.”

What mindful act, large or small, have you noticed randomly or on a regular basis?

How are you and your business going to contribute to the collective positive energy on April 24 and beyond?

iwanttotrain@highlanderstrengthandfitness.ca / highlanderstrengthandfitness.ca • Getting fit might seem a selfish act, but in fact you are giving to your family and friends at the same time. You will be healthier, which means a longer, happier life being active with your children, family and friends. Why not start on that journey today?

Old Sign & Birdhouse Company — info@oldsignandbirdhouse.com / oldsignandbirdhouse.com • Check out our new website! New pictures posted regularly.

Editor’s Note: check out their amazing work in Wolfville’s Library Pub. Edible Art Café — 9701 Commercial St., New Minas, 681-7375 / facebook.com/ edibleartcatering • We have seen the community pay it forward here in the valley on a daily basis, from small businesses supporting each other, to all the talented artists and musicians sharing their talents at our cafe. Thank you so much EOS, Muddy's, North Mountain Coffee, and Grapevine! We would also like to thank our many artists and our lunchtime musicians, Brett Pierce, Mike Aubé, and Gus Webb. For showtimes, check out valleyevents.ca BeLeaf Aveda Spa — Railtown, Wolfville, 365-5323 / beleafsalonspa.com • Embrace the positive energy of Pay it Forward Day and gift yourself or someone you love with an energy healing treatment. Our energy therapist works to bring mental, emotional and physical systems back into balance and harmony.

Optimum health and well-being are the perfect gift to yourself and your family!

Good Books Accounting Services — Burlington, 538-3662 / goodbooksvernest@gmail.com / goodbooksaccounting.webs.com • Good Books Accounting Services provides complementary accounting and charitable returns for North Mountain Animal Sanctuary, as well as providing in-home tax services for seniors at a discount.

Young families enjoy the mobile service as well, with special meetings scheduled for accounting and tax returns after the children have gone to bed. Good Books is much more than just accounting and tax preparation.

SoundMarket Recording Studios — 63 Pleasant Street, Wolfville, 542-0895 / facebook.com/ soundmarket • Music producers Terry Pulliam and Kory Bayer invite musicians/songwriters to visit our professional studio. Gold-record-winning service and gear. Low rates and assistance with funding. We’ll capture your sound your way!

Sister Lotus Body Care Products, Belly Dance & Herbal Education — 680-8839 / sisterlotus.com • To celebrate “Pay it Forward Day,” we will be giving away a $40 credit to a random customer at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market this Saturday!

Please stop by, have a look & a smell of some of our products, & maybe it will be YOU!!

Flowercart — 9412 Commercial Street, New Minas, 681-2349 / flowercart.ca / facebook: Flowercart • Flowercart’s employees and clients ‘pay forward’ the support of our community by supporting other initiatives that help people to learn and improve themselves. We recently made a donation of a lap quilt to People First’s fund-raising Easter basket. We’re now getting ready to collect pledges for the Valley Community Learning Association’s Literacy Mile fundraiser in support of adult education to improve rates of literacy in the Valley.

Randall House Museum — 259 Main St., Wolfville, randallhouse@outlook.com • The Wolfville Historical Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Roger Marsters as the new Curator/Manager of Randall House Museum. Roger Marsters is a distinguished Nova Scotia historian. He is the author of two books on privateering and treasure on the East Coast, and is working now on a third book to be published by University of Toronto Press. He has taught for many years in the History Department at Dalhousie University. Welcome!

Slow Food Nova Scotia — slowfoodns.com / slowfoodcanada2014.ca (tickets/memberships) • Join us for our 5th Annual Slow Food Nova Scotia Spring Supper, on Sat., May 3. 6:30pm reception, 7:15pm dinner @ Wentworth Recreation Centre, Wentworth. Tickets: $110 each ($100 for Slow Food members).

Oakview Farm & Greenhouse — 7 Longspell Road, Kingsport, 582-7454 / oakview@xcountry.tv / facebook.com/OakviewFarmAndGreenhouse • Oakview Farm and Greenhouse at 7 Longspell Rd, Kingsport is open for its third GH season.

Many flowers, herbs, and vegetable transplants available. Open 9am-7pm daily. Visit our FB page.

Phoenix Hollow B&B — 65 Chestnut St., Windsor, me@kellymitchelmore.ca / kellymitchelmore.ca • Enjoy the lighter side of art at Kelly's 5th annual show 'A is for Art' celebrating the whimsical fun side of art. See ad page 19.

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their intricate beauty.

2. You won't need a rifle to hunt for these, just a basket.

15. A special sort of Easter hat.

5. In Australia: there's isn't an Easter Bunny, instead children are delivered chocolate by this endangered marsupial.

6. Famous Rabbits: Beatrix Potter's ____ Rabbit.

8. In Sweden, it was not originally an Easter Bunny who delivered chocolate, but this man of magic.

9. A sweetened food made from the seeds of the cacao tree.

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wo things have happened to me recently that I want to share with you all.

The last 16 months of my life have been outstanding! Many of you know that I started going to the gym and putting a focus on improving my health, and it’s worked out better than I could have imagined. I am at a very comfortable fitness level and I haven’t slowed down one bit. About six weeks ago Ian, my partner (and my fitness coach), took me to the Acadia Arena and we started RUNNING! I couldn’t even run a bath before this, but let me tell you, I have been doing so well (I am up to 17 minutes without a break) and Ian has been so helpful, showing me all the proper techniques so I don’t overdue it or injure myself. You see, one of my fitness goals this year is to run the 5K Run for the Cure Marathon, so—I am well on my way! I walked the 5K last year, for the first time, and being surrounded by so many survivors and people fighting cancer really inspired me to go the extra mile this year. So I will be a fundraising machine and hopefully reach all my goals, with a little help from my friends!

And I actually have an event to practise with, which leads me to my next (and second) piece of big news.

On February 5 I was invited to join the Apple Tree Foundation Board of Directors for the Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre. It was a terrific feeling to be asked, and of course I accepted. The Apple Tree Foundation was formed in 1994. Its role is to provide financial support for the work of the Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre Corporation. The Foundation achieves its objectives through the volunteer efforts of individuals from our community and centre who serve on the board of directors and various sub-committees established to plan and conduct various annual and future events and or projects.

One of the board’s fundraisers just happens to be a 5K run (coincidence?) to raise money for a wheelchair-accessible van for the Centre.

This van will be a helpful addition to the Centre and its wheelchair-bound clients, who are eager to leave the Centre for different activities.

10. This furry fellow originates from Germany.

Fellow board member Bernie Tracey spearheaded this fundraiser, and it’s going to be awesome! Bernie is from Waterville. He owns and operates Rocky Mountain Plumbing Service (septic cleaning), but being on the Apple Tree Foundation has been a passion of Bernie’s for a while. Bernie is working in conjunction with Office Administrator Jesykah Kelly to get everything lined up for the event.

And with the growing popularity of runs and walks, the Apple Tree Foundation is getting on board, putting their best foot forward, so to speak. They are hosting the run on Sunday April 27 beginning and ending at the Rehabilitation Centre. The run commences at 10am. Bernie says, “If you want to run for fun or for recreation, this is a great opportunity and the run is open to all ages and abilities!”

The Centre hopes local businesses will enter teams, or families will sign up to run or walk for the cause.

The 5K Run/Walk is being sponsored by the Running Room (runningroom.com). For registration information, contact Jesykah Kelly at jkelly@krrc.ns.ca or call 538-3103 (Ext.802).

Or call Bernie at 678-7189. I encourage you all to come out and support this great foundation and have fun with running. Trophies will be awarded in various categories.

As I sit here writing this article, it’s 20 degrees outside! It’s warm in my bones and I am ecstatic, because now I can move my running from the cold, dry Acadia Arena to the OUTSIDE and breathe the fresh air and get psyched up for all that lies ahead. Best of luck, runners. Enjoy taking many steps in the right direction!

Oh and before I forget, I want to wish a very Happy 11th Birthday to my nephew Ben (see picture!). Have a great day, Handsome! Uncle Mike loves you!

12. These famously bejeweled eggs were originally made in Russia.

14. Eggs painted in the traditional style from this Eastern European country are well known for

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Down 1. Famous Rabbits: Simply named, he is a friend to Winnie-the-Pooh 3. The Friday that is neither bad nor ugly.

4. Famous Rabbits: Though originally made of this velvet-imitation cloth, this rabbit eventually becomes real flesh & fur.

6. Easter is celebrated close to this Jewish holiday.

7. Famous Rabbits: Always believes it's tea-time in Wonderland.

11. The Easter Bunny's carrying case of choice.

13. In the Catholic religion, these 40 days of fasting precede Easter.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “Our brains

are no longer conditioned for reverence and awe,” said novelist John Updike. That’s a sad possibility. Could you please do something to dispute or override it, Taurus? Would it be too much to ask if I encouraged you to go out in quest of lyrical miracles that fill you with wonder? Can I persuade you to be alert for sweet mysteries that provoke dizzying joy and uncanny breakthroughs that heal a wound you’ve feared might forever plague you?

Here’s what the astrological omens suggest: Phenomena that stir reverence and awe are far more likely than usual.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I wonder if it’s

time for you to modify an old standby. I’m getting the sense that you should consider tinkering with a familiar resource that has served you pretty well. Why? This resource may have some hidden weakness that you need to attend to in order to prevent a future disruption. Now might be one of those rare occasions when you should ignore the old rule, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” So be proactive, Gemini. Investigate what’s going on beneath the surface. Make this your motto: “I will solve the problem before it’s a problem -- and then it will never be a problem.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “Do you really have what it takes or do you not have what it takes?” That’s the wrong question to ask, in my opinion. You can’t possibly know the answer ahead of time, for one thing.

To dwell on that quandary would put you on the defensive and activate your fear, diminishing your power to accomplish the task at hand. Here’s a more useful inquiry: “Do you want it strongly enough or do you not want it strongly enough?” With this as your meditation, you might be inspired to do whatever’s necessary to pump up your desire.

And that is the single best thing you can do to ensure your ultimate success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I swear my

meditations are more dynamic when I hike along the trail through the marsh than if I’m pretzeled up in the lotus position back in my bedroom. Maybe I’ve been influenced by Aristotle’s Peripatetic School.

He felt his students learned best when they accompanied him on long strolls. Then there

was philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who testified that his most brilliant thoughts came to him as he rambled far and wide. Even if this possibility seems whimsical to you, Leo, I invite you to give it a try. According to my reading of the current astrological omens, your moving body is likely to generate bright ideas and unexpected solutions and visions of future adventures.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Throughout

North America and Europe, there are hundreds of unused roads. Many are former exit and entrance ramps to major highways, abandoned for one reason or another. Some are stretches of pavement that used to be parts of main thoroughfares before they were rerouted. I suggest we make “unused roads” your metaphor of the week, Virgo. It may be time for you to bring some of them back into operation, and maybe even relink them to the pathways they were originally joined to. Are there any missing connections in your life that you would love to restore? Any partial bridges you feel motivated to finish building?

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Karma works both ways. If you do ignorant things, ignorant things may eventually be done to you. Engage in generous actions, and at some future date you may be the unexpected beneficiary of generosity. I’m expecting more of the latter than the former for you in the coming days, Libra. I think fate will bring you sweet compensations for your enlightened behavior in the past. I’m reminded of the fairy tale in which a peasant girl goes out of her way to be kind to a seemingly feeble, disabled old woman. The crone turns out to be a good witch who rewards the girl with a bag of gold. But as I hinted, there could also be a bit of that other kind of karma lurking in your vicinity. Would you like to ward it off? All you have to do is unleash a flurry of good deeds.

Anytime you have a chance to help people in need, do it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): As they lie in

the sand, African crocodiles are in the habit of opening their jaws wide for hours at a time. It keeps them cool, and allows for birds called plovers to stop by and pluck morsels of food that are stuck between the crocs’ molars. The relationship is symbiotic. The teeth-cleaners eat for free as they provide a service for the large reptiles. As I analyze your astrological aspects, Scorpio, I’m inclined to see an opportunity coming your way that has a certain resemblance to the plovers’. Can you summon the necessary trust and courage to take full advantage?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Are you sure

you have enough obstacles? I’m afraid you’re running low. And that wouldn’t be healthy, would it? Obstacles keep you honest, after

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all. They motivate you to get smarter. They compel you to grow your willpower and develop more courage. Please understand that I’m not taking about trivial and boring obstacles that make you numb. I’m referring to scintillating obstacles that fire up your imagination; rousing obstacles that excite your determination to be who you want and get what you want. So your assignment is to acquire at least one new interesting obstacle. It’s time to tap into a deeper strain of your ingenuity.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In 1937,

physicist George Paget Thomson won a Nobel Prize for the work he did to prove that the electron is a wave. That’s funny, because his father, physicist J. J. Thomson, was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1906 for showing that the electron is a particle. Together, they helped tell the whole story about the electron, which as we now know is both a wave and a particle.

I think it’s an excellent time for you to try something similar to what George did: follow up on some theme from the life of one of your parents or mentors; be inspired by what he or she did, but also go beyond it; build on a gift he or she gave the world, extending or expanding it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You have been a pretty decent student lately, Aquarius. The learning curve was steep, but you mastered it as well as could be expected. You had to pay more attention to the intricate details than you liked, which was sometimes excruciating, but you summoned the patience to tough it out.

Congrats! Your against-the-grain effort was worth it. You are definitely smarter now than you were four weeks ago. But you are more wired, too. More stressed. In the next chapter of your life story, you will need some downtime to integrate all you’ve absorbed. I suggest you schedule some sessions in a sanctuary where you can relax more deeply than you’ve allowed yourself to relax in a while.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You have

the power to shut what has been open or open what has been shut. That’s a lot of responsibility. Just because you have the power to unleash these momentous actions doesn’t mean you should rashly do so. Make sure your motivations are pure and your integrity is high. Try to keep fear and egotism from influencing you. Be aware that whatever you do will send out ripples for months to come. And when you are confident that you have taken the proper precautions, by all means proceed with vigor and rigor. Shut what has been open or open what has been shut -- or both.

Homework: Comment on the following hypothesis: “You know what to do and you know when to do it.”

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Compensation Week. If you have in the past suffered from injustice, it’s an excellent time to go in quest of restitution. If you have been deprived of the beauty you need to thrive, now is the time to get filled up. Wherever your life has been out of balance, you have the power to create more harmony. Don’t be shy about seeking redress. Ask people to make amends. Pursue restorations. But don’t, under any circumstances, lust for revenge.

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International Travel @ NSCC Kingstec

Reader Response to ’Town of Wolfville Reviews Street Maintenance Plan’

Editor’s Note: Last issue we managed to run this headline, photo and signature...but not the actual article. Apologies to the NSCC Tourism Program.

I read the bit in the last Grapevine submitted by our Mayor about the state of our roads, and I guess I am wondering why we are replacing the pavement on streets that I have never heard of like Oak, Bay and Kencrest (no offence intended to anyone living on these streets) and not on connector streets that we all drive on and use everyday such as Highland, Gaspereau, Pleasant, Skyway and of course Main, which are in horrendous condition! Shouldn’t we be using our tax dollars to pave the streets that are used the most and therefore have the most chance of causing damage to our vehicles and perhaps causing accidents? I have wondered this for a long time and I’m sure I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Perhaps Mayor Cantwell can respond to this query in the Grapevine so all the community can be clear on the answer.

Thanks.

Ainsley Camps

Are you adventurous? Someone who loves to learn about new cultures? Did you know that NSCC Kingstec offers as part of our Tourism Management Program international field studies abroad? Summer co-ops overseas?

While classroom and lab instruction are important, students achieve greater comprehension and self-confidence when engaged in practical field studies aimed at the global world. The impact of field learning is further enhanced when students are exposed to new and unique field environments that expand the perspective on the natural world and broaden their understanding of global connections.

Each year we travel to a new and exciting destination. The classroom could be anywhere in the world. These opportunities help enhance students’ understanding of foreign cultures, develop their confidence as world observers, and encourage them to gain an appreciation of the tourism industry in other countries.

An example of one of our many trips would be a wine tour of Spain. Why? Because here in the Valley the wine industry is growing exponentially, and what better way to see and learn how it’s been done for thousands of year than travelling and experiencing the wine industry in Spain? The students took in vibrant landscapes, rugged coastline and lively country people, not to mention some of the oldest wineries in the world.

Wolfville Mayor Jeff Cantwell response to Ainsley Camps: In Belize students had the opportunity to interact and visit the Mayan cultures throughout the country. They also had the chance to participate in various Service Learning opportunities, such as planting gardens for Mayan schools and tree-planting on the Rio Grande River. Tourism is currently in the “developing” stage in Belize; as a result, students had the opportunity to see a destination with an abundance of tourism potential before it becomes developed.

More recently, Ireland has been our destination. Ireland and Nova Scotia share similarities when it comes to coastline, cuisine, culture and heritage. This marries well with what the Nova Scotia Department of Tourism will be concentrating on in the coming years.

Lastly, we have students travelling to Ashford Castle in Ireland to complete a summer co-op in one of the top 5-star resorts in the world.

Check us out at nscc.ca Nicole Robinson nicole.robinson@nscc.ca

FAMILY FUN IN THE VALLEY ABCs of Family Fun Help your child to become the next Robin Hood or Merida of Brave by introducing them to archery!

For children to try archery, they first must be old enough to abide by and follow the safety rules. Every child is different, but experts say that in order to really do archery independently, children should be about nine years old. However, children as young as four can try archery with the direct supervision of a parent.

There are a couple of places to try archery in the Valley. The Annapolis Valley Shooting Sports Club in Canaan has a drop-in program for all ages on Sunday and Wednesday evenings for $3 a person. On Sunday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm, head to the drop-in program at Northeast Kings Educational

When I read Ms. Camps letter to you and upon your invitation I feel compelled to bring attention to this year’s Capital Works program. It may appear that there is no “common-sense” approach to how street repairs are done in this town, or any other jurisdiction for that matter, and it may appear that the “obvious choice” for selection this year in street repairs would be Main St., Pleasant St., and Balcom Dr., with others in the mix as well, due to the visible and tangible condition of the surface of these roads. However, there is more than a “common-sense” approach to the town’s plan. It is based on a couple of criteria, one being pavement condition and the second being the underlying infrastructure, which includes the age and condition of our water and sewer lines.

A number of years ago, a study into street condition was done and a plan for replacement or upgrading was put in place. It is in the town’s plans, this fiscal year, to perform another “condition study" and update priorities to position ourselves accordingly with respect to infrastructure maintenance. This will see us plan a maintenance program another 10 years out, similar to the last study. There is a plan, and to gain maximum benefit from our limited resources we must be very strategic in our infrastructure maintenance and repair.

What happens so often when we deviate from the prescribed plan, due to re-prioritizing, is that the intended work gets pushed back and pushed back to the point there is no plan and we run into emergency situations where we must react to infrastructure situation, as opposed to prepare for it, be it water or sewer or streets. The areas like Oak Ave. and Kencrest Ave. would not find themselves repaired or replaced until something dramatic happened,

A is for Archery!

Archery is an individualized sport that is a great way to teach focus, concentration, stillness and hand-eye coordination. It can also be a wonderful boost to self-confidence.

by Mayor Jeff Cantwell published in The Grapevine, Issue 11.6

as they would be trumped every year by “more significant” needs.

Another level of consideration when the town prepares its list of works for the construction season is the “lifespan” of a particular street.

We can expect to get somewhere in the area of 40 or more years from a surface on a street similar to Oak or Kencrest, where the life of a street like Main or Highland might be 20 or so.

The town has significant plans for the upgrading of our Main Street, Provincial Highway 1, as well as the other thoroughfares of Maple Ave., Gaspereau Ave. and Highland Ave., but we are in need of assistance from our partner, the Province of Nova Scotia. This is an area of political concern that demonstrates some of the inequities between towns and rural municipalities and the manner in which they are funded. The capital plan is based on the street condition and we trust that our engineers are prioritizing as best as we can given the inequity in provincial funding and the lack of provincial support for urban areas outside of Halifax.

We remain ever-hopeful that we will be able to level the playing field for infrastructure improvements so that small, rural towns like Wolfville will continue their healthy growth pattern and continue to draw the new entrepreneurs, professionals and young families who contribute so much to the vibrancy and rhythm of this progressive little gem of a town.

Sincerely, Jeff Cantwell Mayor, Town of Wolfville jcantwell@wolfville.ca

Centre (NKEC) in Canning, for $3 each. All equipment is provided. There are also archery clubs in Greenwood and Middleton.

Contact information and more details about the local archery clubs can be found on www. valleyfamilyfun.ca in the archery section.

Why not give archery a shot for your next family outing?

Laura Churchill Duke info@valleyfamilyfun.ca www.valleyfamilyfun.ca

Entrepreneurial Certificate Program Productivity Module: Learn how to find and eliminate wasted time and energy and increase your profitability with ideas from The Toyota Way and Lean Startup.

April 28th, 9am-12pm,

Melissa Quinn: 585-1835 mquinn@acadiau.ca Innovation and Incubation Services, 5th Floor Patterson Hall - $50 to register

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Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

The Acadia Page MARCH AGAINST HUNGER FOOD DRIVE A SUCCESS

Acadia University 15 University Ave, Wolfville.

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MUSIC FESTIVAL

ACADIA UNIVERSITY at DENTON HALL, WOLFVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH & FESTIVAL THEATRE BUILDING

APRIL 22 nd – MAY 2 nd FESTIVAL PROGRAM $10 (ADMISSION TO ALL CLASSES) DAY PASS $2

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n Saturday, March 29, enthusiastic Acadia students hit the streets as part of the 4th annual March Against Hunger Food Drive to collect food, household products and money to support the Wolfville Area Food Bank. The volunteer organizers of March Against Hunger 2014 would like to extend a HUGE thank-you to everyone who contributed to make this event such a success. First and foremost—thank you to the residents of Wolfville and Port Williams for your generous donations of food, household items and money. This year’s drive collected over 1,700 items and over $380. Special thanks also to the local community partners who supported us along the way: Wolfville Volunteer Fire Department

Acadia Print Shop (Dan Sweeney)

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Staples (Maggie in the Copy Centre)

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ART BATTLE DAY

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he Acadia University Art Gallery is excited to announce our participation in the national art event Art Battle Day. Art Battle Day is on May 10 2014. More than 250 artists will compete in same-day events across 20 Canadian communities for the chance to advance to the 2014 Art Battle National Championship.

Art Battle Canada has been promoting Canadian artists through live painting competitions since 2009. Created in Toronto by Simon Plashkes and Chris Pemberton, Art Battle has grown to more than 30 communities across Canada. This 5th season will see more than 100 events and 1,600 original artworks created and sold to art lovers across Canada.

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2pm at FESTIVAL THEATRE BUILDING 7pm at DENTON HALL

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Winners of Art Battle Day events will advance to compete in regional championships and will be a part of a yearly nationwide tournament that includes winners from 65 Art Battle Canada regular season events held monthly in 12 cities across Canada from September to June.

In July, winners of each Art Battle regional final will compete at the 2014 Art Battle National Championship. Two-time Champion Yared Nigussu of Vancouver BC will defend his title against the best painters from across Canada. One painter will be chosen by audience vote as the 2014 Art Battle National Champion.

In each participating community, local organizers will host a three-round live painting competition featuring 12 professional and emerging artists from their local community. Audiences will vote to determine round winners and ultimately one individual event champion.

The Art Battle Day event in Wolfville, NS is being organized and hosted by the Acadia University Art Gallery. The gallery will also be presenting an exhibition with the participating artists.

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$5 ADULTS $2 STUDENTS $12 FAMILY

ACADIA DUMP AND RUN T

he Acadia Dump and Run is a massive campus-community garage sale held in the Acadia gym at the end of the academic year, usually in early May. The event is a partnership between Acadia University, the Acadia Students’ Union, Valley Waste Resource Management and the Town of Wolfville. The Dump and Run accepts donations of unwanted items such as furniture, toys, clothes, sports equipment, tools, kitchenware, shoes, electronics and more! Literally tons of waste is diverted from landfill each year and proceeds benefit a number of local volunteer associations.

Volunteers Looking for volunteers! Each year we need many volunteers to make the Dump and Run a success. If you are a student or community member, we need you! Please contact us to learn how you can help.

Event Date: Saturday May 3, 9am-3pm

For event information email, dumpandrun@ acadiau.ca or call 585-1311

Donations Items for donation are accepted from Monday, April 28 to Friday, May 2, from 12pm6pm at the west end lower entrance of the Athletic Centre. Large furniture items May 1 and 2 only, please.

Art Battle | artbattle.ca | @artbattlecanada | www.facebook.com/artbattlecanada Laurie Dalton | laurie.dalton@acadiau.ca

Not accepted: Helmets, baby furniture, car seats, toiletries, paints, rugs, televisions, mattresses, pillows, broken items, undergarments, fridges, stoves.

Community Volunteer meeting: Thursday, April 10 at 6:30pm, Wolfville Room, Athletic Complex Student Volunteer meeting: Monday, April 14 2:30pm, Hall of Fame Room, Athletic Complex

Many thanks to our event sponsors: Town of Wolfville, Acadia Students’ Union, Acadia University & Darwin Event Group Carol B Levy, Administrative Assistant Event Services, DUMP & RUN 2013

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Three to Get Married is directed by Beth Irvine and will appeal to audiences from teens to

older historic people! Cast: in order of appearance, Darrell Doucette, Chantal Murphy, Hannah Gerrits, Emily Lutz, Nancy O’Halloran, Collyn Boon, Ryan Trimper, Kevin Irvine, Michael Bishop, Ryan MacNab Three to Get Married is playing in the Upper Performance Centre at CentreStage.There are no wheelchair accessible washrooms on that level.

The chairlift will be operational.

CentreStage Theatre 61 River Street, Kentville. centrestagetheatre.ca

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ay Hill’s Three to Get Married is a historic comedy set near Aylesford, Nova Scotia, in the 1830s. It tells how a resourceful clergyman sets out to marry off his three daughters. With the running of the first stagecoach in Nova Scotia, the government is offering a subsidy of 25 pounds to any householder on the route who will open his home as an inn for the passengers. Horatio accepts the subsidy and lies in wait for eligible male passengers. Will it happen? Not if Aunt Lizzie has anything to say about it!

Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

Wolfville Integrated Health Care Presents: PLAY AGAIN For more information: Lee-Ann Cudmore, info@valleyacu.ca For more information on Wolfville Integrated Health Care: wihc.ca

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Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

Tattoo

With all my tattoos, an idea starts to form in my head of what the tattoo should be. Eventually I sit down and start to draw, and often it’s then that the image starts to almost take a life of its own.

The owl came about for a number of reasons.

I had moved to a more remote location and found myself spending a lot more time walking in the woods. While on these walks, I kept seeing Barred Owls. The way they sat in the trees and watched the ground below, they seemed like guardians of the forest. Often when I looked out my window I would even see them in the trees around my yard. It was at this point that I decided I wanted to work an owl into a tattoo. The tree in the centre of the owl represents the connection between the earth and the sky as well as the measure of time.

The sun and the rain coming down from the chin of the owl are two of the key ingredients in bringing us life. The stars represent the fact that we are all made of the same elements that make the stars, and the moon represents the passing of the months. I think that is everything I tried to squeeze into this one.

At the moment I have three other tattoos all on my right arm. All of these tattoos follow the same style and theme. As I design more images to tell more of the story, the tattoos all begin to merge into one story and into one large tattoo.

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The WHO’S WHO:

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Kathy France: A Tour De France!

Who’s Who:

Have you ever heard that expression “Like two ships that pass in the night”? Well, it loosely refers to two people who’ve met once, shared a few words and then drifted away either to never cross paths again or to meet up down the road for another few exchanged words and then drift away again (continuing the process for most of their lives).

Well, Kathy France and I seem to be two passing ships. We met once, behind the scenes of a Broken Leg Theatre outing at the Al Whittle, and then we met again and exchanged a few “Hellos’” etc. And now, we have connected again for this profile in the Grapevine, which I hope snowballs into a relationship of more frequent encounters and a lot more words! Ladies and gentlemen: Kathy France!

Kathy was born and raised in Manitoba, where she studied English Literature and Theatre at the University of Manitoba. Soon after, Kathy caught a traveling bug—no, not malaria, but an actual need to travel and venture around the world—so she spent a year travelling around Asia and the Caribbean. She returned to our home and native land where she worked as a teacher of Theatre and ESL, and then left Canada again. Kathy has a son who was born in Trinidad, and soon after his birth, she and her husband relocated to number of different countries, following his job with the International Organization for Migration, where he worked with refugees.

Kathy says, “We’ve lived in Yugoslavia, Croatia, Syria, Thailand and Nepal, staying in each place an average of three years. Everywhere new we moved to, my son was instantly busy with school, my husband with work, and it was left to me to sort out all the details of how to live in our new country: where to buy bread, how to pay bills that are in a foreign language, how to find a doctor, etc. But I also needed to figure out what I was to do to express my creative energy.

Like so many trailing spouses, I wanted to be more than simply ‘diplomatic baggage.’”

Easter Week Services Editor’s Note, this is just a small sampling of the Easter services in the area.

Friday, 18 - Good Friday St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville INFO: 542-2464 / 698-0434 9:30am — The Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion 11am — L’Arche Walk with the World: The Way of the Cross – The Way of Life (beginning at Manning Memorial Chapel)

Kathy eventually opened her own theatre company, Caravan Theatre, which sounded like an apropos name for a company that was always pulling up roots and moving on to distant horizons. Over many years and countries, she’s put on stage shows for adults or children, taught theatre at universities, run her own theatre school, facilitated corporate team-building and growth-exploration, and conducted teacher-training in incorporating the arts into learning. She’s also done various theatre-for-social-development projects, working with disadvantaged people to give artistic voice to their issues.

Kathy loves acting and directing and teaching theatre (although she completely loathes producing it), and she really enjoys watching her students let their creative spirit fun free.

She loves the terrifying chaos of devising a play from scratch, but she is happiest out there on the stage or in the classroom, not worrying about PR, or ticket sales, or.... all the rest of it.

In 2012, Kathy’s husband quit his job so they could return to Canada. They chose Wolfville over the rest of Canada, led here by her brother who landed in Truro three years ago and has been raving about Nova Scotia ever since. (How can you not?) And so, after all the frenetic, polluted mega-cities they’ve lived in, Kathy and her family were looking for a small, artsy, closeto-nature, and full-of-community sort of place.

And that’s definitely Wolfville!

1pm — WAICC Ecumenical Good Friday Service, St. Francis Roman Catholic Church

Saturday, 19 - Holy Saturday

Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

Since her arrival, Kathy has been busy writing a lot and performing sketch comedy and dramatic short pieces at events around town—Broken Leg Theatre and the Night Kitchen, specifically.

She also performed last summer in Robin Hood in the Park. Now Caravan is ready to launch its inaugural production: Poetry and Motion, two short plays that together make for one delightful theatre adventure for children aged 4-12 and adults who are young at heart. Combining dance, puppetry, poetry and mime, the shows are visually dynamic, and carry subtle yet inspiring messages of compassion for all and the appreciation of Nature. Kathy and her troupe make special use of “object” puppetry: animating anything, thus turning it into a puppet. I strongly encourage you to attend Kathy’s show and see this very talented woman at work.

Go and meet a wolf made on the spot out of a comb and can opener! And Kathy is delighted to be working with talented actor and musician, Jamie Loughead, a local favourite from the Funtime Brigade Band.

They perform at the Al Whittle May 17 and 18, 2pm. Tickets are available at the Box of Delights. For more information, check out caravantheatre.ca or email the Artistic Director at kathyfrance@hotmail.com.

And like me, Kathy does have hobbies outside of the theatre. She works part-time in the field of energy medicine at the Aveda spa in Wolfville (Railtown), and she teaches yoga at the Acadia gym. She loves reading, hiking and cycling, and singing and dancing. (I mean, don’t we all?)

Well, I am one of many who are thankful that Kathy has set up shop here, and I am very excited about she what she brings to Wolfville.

Enjoy the show, everyone, and hopefully you are another ship that gets to pass Kathy in the night! Hope you’ve enjoyed this Tour De Kathy France!

Mike Butler

Sunday, 20 - Easter

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Kentville INFO: 678-3303 / stjosephsrc@ns.sympatico.ca 9pm — Easter Vigil

St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville INFO: 542-2464 / 698-0434 8am — Holy Communion 10am — Holy Eucharist Breakfast will be served between the services

St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville INFO: 542-2464 / 698-0434 10:30am — Between Cross and Resurrection (a short service giving space for this in-between time in the church year and in our lives

Kentville Baptist Church INFO: kentvillebaptist.org 9:30am — Easter Breakfast in the gym at Kentville Baptist, freevwill offering, all welcome.

11am —EasterSunday worship

Winemaker’s Dinner 2014

ROOTLOCAL.CA Cheri Killam is happily married to Michael Caplan and the proud mother of Max, Solomon, and Clara. After several university experiences, she made the massive decision to go to law school at age 37. She currently works at Nathanson Seaman Watts. When not blogging or lawyer-ing, Cheri reads like a fiend and runs. She also loves all things local! Obviously.

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Lest you think I only have one child, this week I lured the other two to join us on our trip to the market. I was, for some strange reason, labouring under the misapprehension that Jordan’s Meat Market had prepared meat available. Therefore, I enticed the boys to join us with promises of “Meat! Meeeeaaattt!!!” I’m not entirely sure why this approach worked on Max, our budding vegetarian, but apparently I sounded just crazy enough to convince him to come along.

Once there, my discombobulation continued as I asked my vegan friend if he knew where Jordan’s was located. Sorry again, Jon! Jordan’s booth is like their meat: straight to the point and uncluttered by additives. I asked for what we’d come to get: beef sausages. I asked, “Why beef?”, and Betty pragmatically informed me that she wanted to make sausages, but there were already two other vendors providing pork ones. My Jewish-unless-it’s-bacon husband was pretty pleased with the idea.

Jordan’s is a fourth-generation farm with a fifth generation waiting in the wings. They grow their meat and eggs the natural way: on grass and hay. Betty explained that her husband’s father had followed the prevailing wisdom of his day and finished off the beef in the barn, fattening them up with grain. But then, she explained, they’d just get shipped to the butcher who trimmed off the fat. Betty thought they should skip the unnecessary expense and silliness. Grass-fed beef is leaner and more delicious anyway.

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Vendor Profile

Cindy and Dean Shipp 665-2877 / watercolorgal@live.ca / pumpkinmoonfarm.com facebook: Pumpkin Moon: Heirloom Seeds and Herbal Products (only use three questions if they took too much room with these novels)

Pumpkin Moon Farm and Herbals What is your Business?

Our Heirloom Garden Seeds: Open-Pollinated, Untreated and Non-GMO. As well as herbal enthusiasts and product makers, the root of our business is that we are also gardeners! We have a passion for preserving native plants and heirloom varieties of seeds, many of which are rare, unusual, or commercially-unavailable. We participate in many seed-saving, gardening, and Seedy Saturday events around Nova Scotia each spring, and sell over 100 varieties of seeds, vegetable, herbs and flowers, most of which are culinary and medicinal.

What are you most proud of in the product you make or grow for Market?

We are most proud of being local and offering products which are made with the passion we feel. A tiny bit of "us" goes into each product. We are proud of that! Knowing our products and seeds are top quality gives us confidence and allows us to feel we are making a tiny bit of difference and that's how it all starts!

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Market Team Profile:

Angela Melanson What is your role with the Market Team? And, please describe what you do.

My role as Assistant Market Manager includes a variety of tasks like Event Planning, Social Media, Booking Weekly Vendors, Customer Counts and so much more.

What is your favourite part of working at the Market?

My favourite part of my job at the Market is listening to and sharing ideas with Vendors.

Every one has something to contribute which helps to create a community of thoughtfulness, diversity and innovation.

What positive impacts does the Market have on the Valley?

The Market is akin to a Cultural Hub where people from many different backgrounds and demographics can gather to nourish their bodies, mind and soul while feeling like they belong to a Community.

What are some of your other interests and passions? Have you a resource you would like to share? I'm a visual artist who loves to

garden using permaculture techniques. My favourite resource: Homemade (a cookbook by Yvette van Boven). Yvette is an artist as well as a Chef (her work in paper arts and food are truly inspiring).

What do you love best about coming to Market?

The people of course! We love sharing info and chatting with customers, other vendors and staff! Many of our customers seem to enjoy the one on one experience we offer. It's always nice to share a laugh with good people! Tanis is a gem and we are so happy to have her as a huge part of our team, she adds to the Pumpkin Moon experience and is a joy to be near.

What values motivate you in the way you run your business and create or grow your product?

We are honest people. If we don't know what we are being asked we will find out! We create original, unique products. When we have requests for a particular new product our first thought is, will this interfere or be in direct competition with other vendors? If so we simply say, "how about checking with this or that vendor? We think they may already have that product." We strongly believe this action adds to the "market experience" for the customer and for a fulfilling vendor relationship.

Customer Profile:

Paul and Claudine Laforce

How long have you been a customer of the Wolfville Farmers' Market and how often do you come? We've been going to the Wolfville Farmers' Market every Saturday (and Wednesdays in season) since we moved to the area two years ago.

Why do you come to the Wolfville Farmers' Market and have those reasons changed over time? We first went to the market because

Dora Penner It is with great sadness that we share the announcement of Dora Penner of Goldfinch Farm's passing on Sunday, April 6, 2014.

Dora has been an important part of our market community since 2008 bringing vegetables, dedication, solidity, humility, kindness and friendship year-round. Dora will be missed and we are grateful to have had a chance to get to know Dora.

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we had heard so many good things about it. It became our weekly date away from our teenaged kids. It developed into a place to get our weekly groceries, talk to market friends and buy gifts when needed.

What are some of the things you love best about coming to the Wolfville Farmers' Market? We love buying local produce, especially organic

items. We love buying our meat and having the farmer know details about the animal the meat came from. There is nothing like the taste of locally-raised, grass-fed meat!

If you were to tell a friend why you come to the Wolfville Farmers' Market, what would you tell them? All of the above! I recommend the Wolfville Market to everyone I come across!

Longspell Point Farm • Free Range Beef, Pork & Chicken • Vegetables • Whole-Grain Flour 245 Longspell Rd, Kingsport • 680-5615 • 582-3930 jeffmcmahon@xcountry.tv

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Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

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Make Time For A Good Time is a live podcast produced by the Wolfville Thought Factory in collaborations with the Funtime Brigade. The show happens once a month in Studio Z (above the Al Whittle Theatre), admission is $5, and coming to the live recording gives you the chance to win cool prizes as well as enjoy the live interviews with local celebrities.

Photo: MT4AGT Podcast 6: Caleb Miles, To listen to the full podcasts, check out – FuntimeBrigade.ca Oliver Lund, Jesse Potter, Kory Bayer, Also, like us on Facebook: The Funtime Brigade Terry Pulliam, Pete Adams (& Rudo) This month's excerpt:

MT4AGT Podcast Interview MT4AGT Podcast 6: Caleb Miles, Oliver Lund, Jesse Potter, Kory Bayer, Terry Pulliam, Pete Adams (& Rudo) On March 28 in Wolfville’s Studio Z, The Funtime Brigade produced their 6th live podcast, Make Time for a Good Time. Pete Adams hosted and interviewed: MDB and Tripp, Sound Market Studios (Terry Pulliam & Kory Bayer) and Caleb Miles . Here’s a little snippet of the interview with Sound Market.

Pete: So, Sound Market Studios has been around for quite some time. You could have gone anywhere: why Wolfville?

Terry: Me and my wife wanted to live somewhere really nice with you know, real people, where things are down to earth and where we can still get home at night. And this man here [Kory] I actually met last year. He has an encyclopedic knowledge of music. I knew he was going to be special. He was taking the

recording arts program that I teach at the community college and I knew he was going to be out there and kind of special when I found out that not only had he played bass in the Philharmonic Orchestra but he also liked Motorhead. And so, we partnered up and moved up here.

Pete: How has the local scene reacted to Sound Market being in the area? Have you had a pretty positive reaction?

Terry: It’s starting. We haven’t really had an official opening or open house yet. We’ve just been kind of getting everything together, tuning the room and making everything sound good, doing a few little projects. But we’ll have an open house soon, get everyone up for a visit.

Kory: It’s been actually incredibly positive, the amount of feedback we got almost immediately. I have to give props to Andy Flinn for mentioning the studio every time I played at Night Kitchen.

Pete: Yeah, we had them on the podcast before (episode #2), they did a great interview.

They’re really close friends of ours and great performers.

Kory: I mean, for me they were key for meeting all of the musicians that I know around here.

I met almost all of them through Andy and Ariana.

Pete: I gotta ask both of you guys, what brought you to music production? Most people want to be the guitarist up on the stage in front of all the people, but you guys want to be in the studio. Why is that?

Terry: It starts with falling in love with “The Monster Mash”, my first 45 single that I ever bought. Then you know, take it from there to collecting Bob Dylan records and then learning how to make ’em. Then working in radio, theatre, sound. It’s been a long journey there in starting my studio a long time ago.

But Kory, how about you? Did you fall in love

with “The Monster Mash”? *chuckle* Kory: Well, actually, I played in an original band in Japan and we wanted to record an album.

But obviously we couldn’t afford studio fees, so I just bought a Yamaha studio in a box and we just recorded it in my house. That’s how I got into it.

Pete: What was the band called?

Kory: Originally we were called Barbarian Collective. And then we fired our singer and became Bump School, a funk and disco band.

It comes from a Bootsy Collins tune called “Psychotic Bump School.” *chuckle* Make Time for a Good Time episode #7 is happening on April. 24th, 7:00pm, in Studio Z (above the Al Whittle Theater). Admission is $5. This month Oliver Lund will be interviewing: Cuckoo Moon, Scotty Marsters and Tanar Repchull from 44 Productions.

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Roasted Root Vegetables Chef Dave Smart | Front & Central 902-542-0588 | frontandcentral.com

Spring time has finally made it…fingers crossed! And while fresh spring garden produce is still a month or two away, we have access to beautiful root vegetables from last fall’s harvest and, you guessed it, local maple syrup. The sap is running as we speak, and is being transformed into the deep complex flavour of smoky caramel, destined for our breakfast pancakes!

So how about combining these two perfect elements into one terrific side dish: roasted root vegetables glazed with some locally produced maple syrup? Waiting for spring vegetables ain’t so bad after all!

Roasted Root Vegetables Ingredients; 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice ½ lb parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice 1 lb celery root, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice ½ lb turnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 3 tbsp olive oil ½ c. maple syrup

ROOTLOCAL.CA ...Continued from page 11 I asked Betty what their most popular item was, but she told me it really depends. She used to have an Acadia athlete who would buy 5 lbs of beef liver from her every week.

When I accidentally let slip that liver is not my favourite thing in the whole world, she quickly explained that she has a “great” recipe for liver...covered in bacon. She also offered that most people overcook liver and a quick searing was where all the magic was.

Betty told me how the farm used to only sell meat in “bulk,” and it was their son who came up with the idea to start selling at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market. If you’ve ever gone to a grocery store the night before a snowstorm, you’ll agree that Betty is right: most people don’t plan ahead these days, so ready-for-a-meal size is a popular way to sell meat now. That said, the farm is still happy to sell you your very own “in case of snowmageddon” stash from the market or straight from the farm.

And this is how simple it can be to make your own delicious dinner, folks. I brought the sausage home, tossed it on the counter, and by supper time it was thawed completely and all set for Mike to make into a delicious meal.

Method; Heat oven to 425°.

Toss carrots, parsnips, celery root, and turnips with salt, pepper, and olive oil.

Transfer vegetables to baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes. Stir vegetables and return to oven, rotating the pan.

Continue to roast until vegetables are tender and lightly colored, another 15-20 minutes.

Transfer to large bowl and toss with maple syrup. Serve immediately.

Mike was so enamoured of the sausage he filled the SD card with various-states-of-cooking shots. When I expressed my disappointment that there was no room left for photos of the children enjoying the sausage, Mike saved the day with a quick-thinking removal of Christmas photos. Thanks, Mike!

We encountered a wee problem in that the package contained 4 sausages, and we are 5.

No problem: Mike and I each got a full one, and the kids each got portions. Our budding vegetarian pronounced them “great.” He then says, “It kind of tastes like honey,” to which Solomon replied, with withering side-eye, “Well YEAH, she SAID they’re honey garlic!”

And they were. Oh yes indeed.

As the children bolted down their portions, they eyed ours greedily. Being the noble, generous person I am, I cut off 3 bites for my children. Each saved the bite so they could “save the best for last.”

As Mike cleared his plate away, he casually remarked that there was half a sausage left.

What a guy.

My only recommendation is not to buy these sausages in bulk unless you, yourself, are interested in becoming bulky. They are irresistible.

Cheri Killam

OUR WEEKEND PHOTO CHALLENGE WINNER: KYM BENNETT! Kym wins an awesome hand-printed t-shirt and $15 gift certificate from Union Street Cafe in Berwick! Congrats, Kym. The theme was IN THE KITCHEN, and Kym's black and white photo was super neat. Not only can you see the literal reflection of the woman in the kettle, but also the pattern of her bracelets is reflected in the stove-top coils. Great usage of perspective, patterns, and contrast!

For the next challenge, see page 15!

Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

Bigger and badder every year! Want to Volunteer? smokinbluesfest@gmail.com

THURSDAYS: Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Mike Aube (17th) noon Angles Pub (Windsor): Adam Cameron (17th, 24th) 7pm, Guy Paul (1st) 7pm Just Us! (Wolfville): Open mic w/Mike Aube (17th), TBA (24th, 1st) 7-9pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Jam Session (17th, 24th, 1st) 7-11pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): The Hupman Brothers (17th, 24th, 1st) 9pm Library Pub (Wolfville): Tom Hall (17th, 24th, 1st) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Trivia Night w/ Aden (17th, 24th, 1st) 9pm

FRIDAYS: Blomidon Inn (Wolfville): Jazz Mannequins (18th, 25th) 6:30-9:30pm

The Kings Arms Pub (Kentville) Comedian Tony Quinn, $10 (26th) 4pm Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Margie Brown Duo (19th) 7pm, Metallica Tribute Band (19th) 9pm, CrackerJack (26th) 7pm Union Street (Berwick): CD release with The Hupman Brothers, $20 (26th) 8pm Lew Murphy’s (Coldbrook): Mark Bezanson, $3 (26th) 8:30pm Library Pub (Wolfville): Leo Boudreau (26th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Al King (19th) 9pm, George Carter Trio (26th) 9pm Paddy’s Pub (Kentville): Garrett Mason Blues Band (19th) 9pm Angles Pub (Windsor): Good Feelin’ Band, $5 (19th) 9pm Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): DJ Shorty P, $3 (19th) 9:30pm-1am

King’s Arms Pub (Kentville): Jon Duggan (25th) 7pm

Dooly’s (New Minas): DJ MC Squared (19th) 10pm, Breast Cancer Fundraiser with DJ, $10 (26th) 8pm

Joe’s Food Emporium (Wolfville): Jon Duggan (18th), Speakeasy (25th) 7-10pm

SUNDAYS:

Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): The Hupman Brothers (18th), Apaloosa (25th) 8pm Union Street Café/Wick Pub (Berwick): Open Mic w/Cuckoo Moon (18th), w/Bill Travis (25th) 8pm The Port Pub (Port Williams): The Lost Tourists (25th) 8pm Tommy Gun’s (Windsor): DJ Shorty P, $3 (18th) 9:30pm

Paddy's Pub (Wolfville): Paddy’s Session Band (20th, 27th) 8pm

MONDAYS: Paddy’s Pub (Wolfville): Open Mic w/Sabot (21st), w/The Hupman Brothers (28th) 8pm

TUESDAYS: Spitfire Arms Alehouse (Windsor): Trivia Night, $2 (22nd, 29th) 7pm

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): DJ Lethal Noize (18th), DJ MC Squared (25th) 10pm

T.A.N. Coffee (Wolfville): Open Mic with Donna (22nd, 29th) 8-10 pm

SATURDAYS:

WEDNESDAYS:

Farmers’ Market (Wolfville): Jona Xhepa (19th), Sabot (26th) 10am

Edible Art Cafe (New Minas): Brett Pierce (23rd, 30th) 12-2pm

The Noodle Guy (Port Williams): Grilled Cheese Jam with Trevor Avery (19th) 2-4pm

Troy Restaurant (Wolfville): Ian Brownstein, Belly Dancing, & Friends (23rd, 30th) 6pm

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Tony and Lenny (Bandits) (19th) 3pm, Tim Valilee (26th) 3pm, DJ Billy T (26th) 10pm

West Side Charlie’s (New Minas): Karaoke w/Billy T (23rd, 30th) 9pm

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Weekly Events

Fit As A Fiddle — Lion’s Hall, Wolfville 9:30-10:30am.

Seniors’ fitness w/Janet Mooney. Also Mondays 9:30-10:30am. FEE: $2 drop-in. INFO: 542-3486 / sread@wolfville.ca Cochrane’s Walk & Talk — Pharmasave, Wolfville 10am.

Heart & Stroke walkabout program. Also Tuesdays 10am.

INFO: 542-3972 Babies & Books Drop-in — Wolfville Memorial Library 10-11am. Newborn to 2 years. INFO: 542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca Fun & Fables — Library, Windsor 10:30-11:30am. Until June 12. Stories, songs, and crafts for ages 2 to 5. FEE: no charge. INFO: 798-5424

Tai Chi Classes — White Rock Community Centre (lower level) 7-8:30pm. Until end of May. Instructor Ed Schofield.

FEE: $5 INFO: wrfitnessfun@gmail.com Insight (Vipassana) Meditation — Manning Memorial Chapel, Acadia, downstairs, 7:30-9pm. W/Laura Bourassa.

Suitable for beginner and experienced meditators.

Instructions, short talk, discussion. FEE: free-will offering.

INFO: 365-2409.

Tuesdays Book in the Nook — Wolfville Memorial Library 1010:30am. Suggested age range: 3-5. INFO: 542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca

In the Round Knitting Group — Gaspereau Valley Fibres 1-5pm. Also Tuesdays 6pm. INFO: 542-2656.

Friends in Bereavement — Western Kings Mem. Health Centre, Berwick 10am-12pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (May 6th). VON Adult Day Program Room (main floor) INFO: careforce.ca

Seniors’ Afternoon Out — Wickwire Place, Wolfville 1:30-4:30pm. Social afternoon with peers. Also Tuesdays 1:30-4:30pm. FEE: $5. INFO: Robin, 698-6309.

River Street Rug Hooking Studio — 38 River Street, Kentville 1-3:30pm. Drop-in rug hooking. FEE: donation.

INFO: Kay, 697-2850

Boardgame Night — CAP Lab, Wolfville Public Library, 7pm. Bring your games! Ages 12+. FEE: no charge. INFO: Liam, 542-9482.

Friends in Bereavement — Kentville Baptist Church 2-4pm. 1st & 3rd Tues. each month (May 6th). Left parking lot entrance. INFO: careforce.ca

Tai Chi — L'Arche Hall, Wolfville 7-9pm. FEE: no charge to try a class. INFO: 542-0558

Lego-rama — Windsor Library 3:30-4:30pm. Until May 27.

Ages 5-10 INFO: windsor@valleylibrary.ca

Saturdays

Homework Club — Memorial Library, Wolfville (upstairs) 5-8pm. Looking for a little homework help or just a quiet place to settle in and get it all done? Ages 12+.

INFO: 542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca

Wolfville Farmers’ Market — DeWolfe Building, Elm Ave., Wolfville 8:30am-1pm April 19 Music: Jona Xhepa April 26 Music: Sabot INFO: wolfvillefarmersmarket.ca

Peace Vigil — Post Office, Wolfville 12-1pm Weekly West African Drumming Workshop — Wolfville Baptist Church 1-3pm. FEE: $5. INFO: 681-9870 / gscxs@stu.ca / facebook: Djembes and Duns Wolfville

Sundays Flea Market — Kentville Legion, 37 River St. 8am-12pm.

September - May. Wheelchair accessible. Canteen. Help loading/unloading. FEE: $5 per table, $1 admission.

INFO: 678-8935 / kentvillelegion@eastlink.ca Family & Community Flea Market — Port Williams, former Stage 2 building. 8am-1pm. INFO: exidus36@gmail.com Capoeira — Clark Commons, Wolfville 1-3pm. Afro-Brazilian martial art w/strong emphasis on dance and music. FEE: no charge. INFO: facebook: Campus Capoeira Social Ballroom Dancing — Community Centre, Port Williams 3-5pm. Practice your existing dance skills and learn new group dances. FEE: $17.50 per membership per semester, or $5 per session drop-in fee per couple.

INFO: Alan, 678-0375

Valley Game Night — Gametronics, New Minas 6pm. Also Thursdays, 7pm @ Memorial Library, Wolfville. Board game/ card game group. New players welcome! FEE: no charge.

INFO: meetup.com/Valley-Game-Night Social Group for Adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder — Various Wolfville locations 6-8pm.

INFO: 357-3031 / avautism@gmail.com Dukes of Kent Barbershop Chorus — Bethany Memorial Baptist Church (gym), Aldershot 7pm. We sing four-part harmony. INFO: dukesofkent.ca Card Parties (45’s) — White Rock Community Centre (upstairs) 7:30pm. Until end of April. Prizes and snacks provided. FEE: $3. INFO: 542-7234

Wednesdays Kentville Farmers’ Market — Town Hall Recreation Centre, 350 Main Street, Kentville 10am-2pm. Open year-round. INFO: marketmanager@kentville.ca / kentvillefarmersmarket.ca French Storytime/ L'heure des histoires — Wolfville Memorial Library 10-11am. Until end of April. French songs, rhymes & stories. Age 3-5. INFO: 542-5760 / valleylibrary.ca Babies and Books — Windsor Library 10:30-11am. Until May 28. Ages 0-24 months. INFO: windsor@valleylibrary.ca

Mondays

Toddler Rhyme Time — Civic Centre, New Minas 10:4511:45am. Please register. FEE: no charge. INFO: 678-5760

Painting Morning — Recreation Centre, Wolfville 9:30am-12pm. W/Evangeline Artist Cooperative.

Informal, unstructured & social. FEE: $2 drop-in.

INFO: Jean, 542-5415.

Wolfville Community Chorus — 30 Wickwire Ave., Wolfville 5:30-7pm. New members welcome! FEE: $180 yearly membership, no charge for first-time drop-in.

INFO: 542-0649 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com

Toastmasters — 2nd Floor, Irving Centre, Acadia 6:30-8pm. Communicative skills to enhance peaceful and effective dialogue. All welcome. INFO: Judy, 681-4643 / judymilne@eastlink.ca

New Horizons Band — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7-9pm.

Fun, informal community band under the direction of Brian Johnston. Upbeat contemporary & jazz. FEE: $100 adult (per term), no charge for Acadia/high school students.

INFO: Donna, 542-7557 / macdonaldwilson@accesswave.ca / peaton.eaton@gmail.com

Mixed Dart League — White Rock Community Centre (dart room, downstairs) 7pm. Until end of April. INFO: 542-7073

Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

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LIVE THEATRE Three to Get Married — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville April 25, 26, May 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 8pm. 2pm matinee May 11, 18 • This historic comedy by Kay Hill is set near Aylesford, NS, in the 1830s. It tells how a resourceful clergyman sets out to marry off his three daughters. With the running of the first stagecoach in Nova Scotia, the Government is offering a subsidy of 25 pounds to any householder on the route who will open his home as an inn for the passengers. Horatio accepts the subsidy and lies in wait for eligible male passengers. Upper level theatre. There are no wheelchair accessible washrooms on that level, but the chairlift will be operational. See poster page___ TIX: $15 adults, $12 students/seniors (65+) INFO: 678-8040 / centrestage@centrestagetheatre.ca 937 — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville April 29, 8pm • 937 refers to the number of passengers, mostly Jews, aboard the ocean liner St. Louis, which in 1939 left Hamburg, Germany, for the relative safety of Cuba. What followed was a roller-coaster of dashed hopes and reprehensible callousness as many nations refused to accept the passengers. No country, Canada included, would accept nearly 1,000 Jewish refugees. The St. Louis was turned away from every port it sought asylum in and was forced to return with all its passengers to Germany. Hundreds of these passengers died in the Holocaust. “Beautiful, poignant and haunting.”

TIX: $10 adults, $7.50 students/seniors/equity members @ Box of Delights Bookshop (Wolfville) INFO: 582-3073 / artisticdirectors@twoplanks.ca UPCOMING:

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April 18, 19 and 20, 2014.

Theme: In the Garden.

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This time we are teaming up with Angie Jenkins of Sister Lotus just in time for herplanting season. Sister Lotus will award the winner of this challenge with a $40 gift certificate! Just in time for Mothers' Day (although she does have a Brother Lotus line!)

Just start snapping photos for the theme IN THE GARDEN from Friday morning (April 18) to Sunday night (April 20) for your chance to win. Read on for the rules.

HOW TO PLAY (AND HOPEFULLY WIN) • Submit up to 3 photos per day, inspired by the theme • Add your photo to Instagram or Facebook. (If you’re only using Facebook you must post your photos on The Grapevine’s page so that we can see them: facebook.com/ valleygrapevine).

• Important: you will need to include the hashtag #valleygvchallenge with every post so that everyone can find your photos!

• Join in at any time - but the more you play, the better your chances of winning are.

The Wizard of Oz — Wolfville Elementary at Wolfville School, May 8, 9, 10, 7pm, 2pm matinee May 10 • TIX: $5 general admission @ Box of Delights (Wolfville), Wolfville School, and at the door. INFO/RSVP: wolfvilleozmusical2014@gmail.com

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• Photos are judged based on their artistic merit and representation of the daily challenge word. Your photo is more likely to win if the photo is current and/or the subject is local.

designerkentville.ca 902 . 365 . 3322

Doretta Groenendyk — Harvest Gallery, Wolfville. Until they’re gone • A show and sale of the original artwork for Step Outside, the latest book by Doretta Groenendyk. A beautiful combination of sport, art, poetry, nature and family. INFO: 542-7093 / harvestgallery.ca

Apple Bin Art Gallery — Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville • Valley artist paintings.

“Strandlines” — Harvest Gallery, Wolfville. Until April 27 • Sanna Rahola is a Finnish fibre artist and designer living on the shores of the Minas Basin. She creates richly textured compositions using silk, linen, merino wool and other natural fibres. INFO: 542-7093 / harvestgallery.ca

Jessie Babin — Ross Creek Gallery, Canning. Continues through April • New works by Jessie Babin. Some may remember the stunning smoke art created at Ross Creek by New Brunswick artist Jessie Babin during the National Artist Program of the 2011 Canada Games. INFO: artscentre.ca

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

UPCOMING:

“Distorted Realism” — Designer Cafe, Kentville. Until May 4 • Brian Fraser produces distorted realism. Bright colours and unique styles add a distinct take on his subject matter and his

The Box of Delights A Delightful Little Bookshop on Main St Wolfville

542-9511 • boxofdelightsbooks. com

300-9149

unique imagination and view of the world around him. INFO: facebook: Brian Fraser Exit Realty and artist

Art Show: A is for Art — Phoenix Hollow B&B, Windsor.

May 4, 12-5pm • Enjoy the lighter side of art at Kelly’s 5th annual show, “A is for Art”. An afternoon of art and charity, with part proceeds going to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. See page 19. INFO: 472-2436 / me@ kellymitchelmore.ca / kellymitchelmore.ca /

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Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

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THURSDAY, 17 – Maundy Thursday 4 the Health of it — Berwick & District School, Berwick 5-7:30pm, & Thursday, April 24 • By making healthy lifestyle choices, people are able to delay, or even prevent, some health problems. An eight week program, led by health professionals: dietician, physiotherapist, nurse, psychologist, pharmacist, & nurse practitioner. TIX: no charge INFO: Megan, 5381315 / mmacneil@avdha.nshealth.ca Fusion Annapolis Valley Launch — Kings Volunteer Resource Centre, Kentville 6:30-8:30pm • Sick of hunting for jobs without success? Are you fed up with a culture that expects youth to leave home to gain experience? Are you looking for support in social enterprise or business development? Or are you simply looking to make more connections in your community?

This is an opportunity to be part of the solution. Help stem the outflow of youth & support young adults seeking career development, business opportunities, and social engagement. TIX: no charge INFO: 6802920 / morganwheeldon@gmail.com Horton High School Concert — Horton High School, Wolfville 7pm • A number of bands, choirs, the glee club, and a strings ensemble. Lots of yummy goodies available for purchase, save some room after supper!

TIX: donation INFO: 542-6060 / hortonhighschool.ca Tribute to Kurt Cobain & Nirvana — Studio Z, Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm • A host of talented, local artists coming together to celebrate the music of Kurt Cobain and Nirvana. Featuring: Jesse Potter, Scotty Marsters, Jessica Lynn Mahaney, Jason Adams & Pete Adams. TIX: $10 INFO: facebook: Wolfville Thought Factory Film: Gasland 2 — Edible Art Café, New Minas 7-10pm • Free movie screening.TIX: no charge INFO: 300-5194 / jssvincent@yahoo.com 50/50 Fundraiser — Paddy's Pub, Wolfville 9-11pm • Trivia, beer, and the chance to win some cash or a $100 gift card! Proceeds support Team Taylor's fundraising for 'Light the Night' with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. TIX: $5 for 3 tickets, $10 for 10 tickets (cash only) INFO: wheelband.emily@gmail.com

FRIDAY, 18 - Good Friday Film: Don Giovanni - The Royal Opera — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm • Don Giovanni is a potent mix of lust, murder and vengeance and is set to thrill cinema audiences. Don Giovanni is cast as an artist who seduces an endless stream of women through his ability to create wonderful illusions.

TIX: $20 adult, $15 student/child @ ticketpro.ca, Box of Delights (Wolfville), all other Ticketpro outlets, at the door starting at 6:15pm INFO: 348-0503 / jamesrobieskinner@gmail.com Medieval Swordplay — Manning Memorial Chapel, Wolfville 7-8:30pm. Also April 25 • Shinsen-Gumi Dojo Medieval Swordplay. Sword training sessions to anyone willing. We use safe practice weapons, allowing us to try techniques against each other. 18 years training experience. techniques offered with just about any weapon. Ages 12 and up. TIX: no charge INFO: 692-1047 / gangdemongol@hotmail. com

SATURDAY, 19 Breakfast — Community Hall, Centreville 7-10:30am • Eggs, bacon, sausages, homemade beans, homemade hash browns, juice, coffee, tea, etc.

Everyone welcomed. TIX: donation INFO: 678-3999

Breakfast — Lions Club, Wolfville 7-10am • Scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, beans, hash browns, toast, tea, coffee and juice. Everyone is welcome!

Proceeds for Lions community projects. TIX: $6 adults, $3 children 10 years and under INFO: 542-4508 Breakfast — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7:3010am • The Windsor Legion & Fire Department are having a breakfast. TIX: $6 adults, $3 children 6 to 12, no charge under 6 INFO: 798-0888 / rclbr09windsor@gmail.com Country Breakfast — Fire Hall, Greenwich 8-10am • Pancakes, scrambled eggs, homemade baked beans, homemade muffins, sausages, drinks. Silent Auction during breakfast. All proceeds to the Black River Community Hall building fund TIX: donation INFO: 542-3498 / jdhennigar@xcountry.tv Dime Auction & Vendor Market — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 9am-2pm • Proceeds for SPCA, Windsor Legion and the Fire Hall. TIX: donation INFO: windsorbusinessexpo@hotmail.ca Benefit for Levi Sherman — Fire Hall, Berwick 3pm • Support 20-month old Levi Sherman and his parents as Levi undergoes treatment for Leukemia at the IWK in Halifax. Enjoy a full spaghetti dinner, with coffee, tea, and dessert, followed by the auction at 6pm.

Show your support for the Sherman family! TIX: $15 adult, no charge for children under 5 INFO: info@ donnaconradteam.com Musical Benefit for Danny Brown — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7-9:30pm • Musical benefit show and auction for Danny Brown. Come and have an evening of musical fun with us. All proceeds towards medical expenses. TIX: donation INFO: 542-5869 Connor Johnson Benefit — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 7pm-midnight • Benefit Theme Dance 90's country classics. TIX: free will offering. INFO: 7980888 / rclbr09windsor@gmail.com Dance: Reboot — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9:30pm-12:30am • 19 & over, bar is available TIX: $6 INFO: 678-8935 / kentvillelegion@eastlink.ca

SUNDAY, 20 - Easter Hymn Sing — United Baptist Church, Wolfville Ridge 7-9pm • Guests are Blake and Nancy Bowman with John Coldwell. TIX: donation INFO: 542-3419 Fundy Film screens THE BOOK THIEF — Al Whittle Theatre, 7pm & Monday 21 @ 7pm • Based on the best-selling novel, this WWII drama tells the inspirational story of a spirited and courageous young German girl who transforms the lives of everyone around her when she is sent to live with a new family.

The “book thief" is Genie award-winning actress, Québec’s Sophie Nélisse. Best Original Score Oscar nomination. See ad page 13. TIX: $8 INFO: 542-5157 / info@fundyfilm.ca

MONDAY, 21 The Annapolis Valley Music Festival — from April 21 to May 2st at Denton Hall, Festival Theatre Building and Wolfville Baptist Church. See poster page 8. For full schedule, email: Carol, pburden@ns.sympatico.ca Game Night — Library, Windsor 6pm. Also April 28 • Ages 12 and up, however kids a little younger are welcome with their parents. Please come to the back door of the Library. TIX: no charge INFO: 790-4536 / turpin56@gmail.com / meetup.com/valley-gamenight

TUESDAY, 22 Wellness for Women — Kings Co. Family Resource Centre, Kentville Baptist Church (lower level) 9:3011:30am • Join us for a free wellness session every Tuesday morning until May 27th. Childcare is provided. TIX: no charge INFO: 678-5760 / family. centre@ns.sympatico.ca Chase the Ace — Fire Hall, Greenwich 6-8:15pm • Win 20% of nightly sales and a chance to cut the deck.

If you draw the ace of spades, you get 30% of the progressive pot! In support of the Greenwich Fire Department. TIX: Five tickets for $5 INFO: 670-3352 Knitting for Beginners — Gaspereau Valley Fibres, Wolfville 6-9pm • Want to learn to knit? Whether you have never picked up a set of needles or you just need a little refresher from when Grandma taught you, instructor Devon Koeller will be happy to get you started. Learn how to cast on, knit, purl, and how to bind off. TIX: $30+hst (includes materials and instructions) INFO: 542-2656 / brenda@ gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Film: 50/50 — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm • Please join us for this entertaining film being screened as a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society. Inspired by a true story, 50/50 is a comedy centered on a 27-year-old guy who learns of his cancer diagnosis, and his subsequent struggle to beat the disease. TIX: $10 @ Cinematopia (Wolfville), the Wolfville Farmers’ Market, and at door INFO: burton. howell64@gmail.com Wolfville Citta Slow Info Session — Studio-Z, Wolfville 7-8:30pm • Wolfville has been invited to join the global Citta Slow (Slow City) movement. In joining a network of over 100 towns and cities around the world Wolfville would commit to sustainable growth, human scale development and healthy community awareness. Learn more about the effort to make Wolfville the third Slow City in Canada. TIX: no charge INFO: chefmhowell@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, 23 Needle Felting for Beginners — Gaspereau Valley Fibres, Wolfville 10am-1pm • Join Sandy as you create a 10" x 12" photo of clothes blowing in the wind on their very own clothesline (or another scene of their choice!). Bring a light snack, coffee and tea will be provided. TIX: $48+hst (includes all materials) INFO: 542-2656 / brenda@gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Fundy Film screens AL MIDAN (The Square) — Al Whittle Theatre, 7 pm • The Egyptian Revolution has been a roller coaster for the past two and a half years. Through the news, we only get a glimpse of the bloodiest battle, an election or a march of millions. Director Jehane Noujaim’s (Control Room) documentary is an immersive experience, transporting the viewer deeply into the intense emotional drama and personal stories behind the news. It is the inspirational experience of young people claiming their rights, confronting multiple forces in the struggle to create a society of conscience.

See ad page 13. TIX: $8 INFO: 542-5157 / info@ fundyfilm.ca Online Discussion: Is Fracking the Energy Answer for NS? — Google Hangouts, 7-9pm • Please join us for an online discussion with David Hughes, author of Drill Baby Drill. This is an opportunity for you to learn about fracking from the perspective of energy and the economy, and to ask David any questions you have about these topics. Please reserve your “seat.” TIX: no charge INFO: ecologyaction.ca

A Musical Review — United Baptist Church, Centreville 7:30-9pm. Also April 24, 25 • The Shiretown Singers present a musical review featuring excerpts from The Phantom of the Opera, The Musical World of Walt Disney and Les Miserables. The 25 member choir is well known in the Annapolis Valley for its combination of male and female voices, together with piano, percussion and guitar musical accompaniment. TIX: $8 @ RD Chisholm's (Kentville) INFO: 678-5842 / smithrsx@yahoo.ca

THURSDAY, 24 Pay it Forward Day — St. Joseph’s Church Parking Lot, Kentville 9am-2pm • The aim is to create one of the longest lines of non-perishable food items ever collected here in NS. Collections will be gathered at the St. Joseph’s Church (parking lot) on Belcher Street. TIX: non-perishable food item INFO: huntley@ ns.sympatico.ca Autism AGM and Open House — West Kings Memorial Health Centre, Berwick 4:30-7:30pm • The Annapolis Valley Chapter of Autism Nova Scotia invites you to its Annual General Meeting and Open House. AGM 4:30pm, Open House 5:30pm TIX: no charge INFO: 375-3031 / avautism@gmail.com Podcast: Make Time for a Good Time, episode #7 — Studio Z, Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm • This month Oliver Lund will be interviewing Cuckoo Moon, Scotty Marsters and Tanar Repchull from 44 Productions.

See article page 13.TIX: $5 INFO: jpotter.rg@gmail. com Film: Garbage Warrior — Edible Art Café, New Minas 7-8:45pm • What is an earthship? Come find out and enjoy the film on our huge 150 inch screen! TIX: no charge INFO: 691-7375 / jssvincent@yahoo.com

FRIDAY, 25 Gigantic Church Yard Sale — St. Andrew's United Church, Wolfville 9am-4pm • Gigantic 2 Day Church Yard Sale There will be surplus contents of the church including kitchenware, appliances, furniture and lots more. TIX: no charge INFO: 681-0366 / tperrin@ orchardvalleyunited.ca Chili Dinner — Horton High School, Wolfville 5-8pm • Horton music department holds their annual chili dinner fundraiser to raise money for the 2015 New York and Boston trip. There will be meat and vegetarian chili available with veggies, dessert and a drink. Eat in or take out. TIX: $7 in advance, $10 at the door. Advance tickets available from Horton music students INFO: 542-6060 / hortonhighschool.ca Scott Woods Old Time Jubilee — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7-9pm • An authentic live tribute to Don Messer’s Jubilee – one of the most popular TV shows in Canadian history. The fast paced, uplifting show delights audiences of all ages with old time fiddle music, sensational step dancing, trick fiddling, family humour and more. Too good to miss, see poster page 10. TIX: $25 adult, $10 child @ The Box of Delights Bookstore (Wolfville) INFO: 1-855-726-8896 / info@ scottwoods.ca Dance: Vintage — Lions Club, Kentville 9pm-1am • Come out and dance away those April showers.

Spot dances, door prizes, 50/50 draw, and the Lions provide complimentary munchies. TIX: $6 per person, or $10 per couple INFO: 679-4899 / vintagemusic1@ hotmail.com

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Valley Event Ticket Giveaway: Chance to win 2 tickets to:

April Flavours Dinner & Auction, Wednesday April 30, 2014, 6pm, Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas. µ Draw date: April 21st Enter all draws: valleyevents.ca/win

SATURDAY, 26 Breakfast — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 7:3010am • Bacon/sausage, eggs, hash browns, toast, jam, marmalade coffee, tea and juice. All proceeds for the legion. TIX: $6 INFO: kentvillelegion@eastlink.ca Breakfast — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7:3010am • Everyone is welcome. Proceeds for Legion expenses. TIX: $6 INFO: 542-3314 Indoor Yard Sale — Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Aldershot 8am-12pm • Proceeds from sale to support children and youth programs and missions. TIX: 50 cents for Relay for Life, extra donations welcome!

INFO: 678-3198 / bmbcoffice@ns.aliantzinc.ca Ladies Retreat — Berwick and District Lions Club, Apple Dome 9am-6:30pm • Speaker: Nancy Blezy.

Special Music: Marlee Dietert & Roxeen Roberts.

All ladies welcome! Lunch and supper included.

Register online. TIX: $50 INFO: Arie, 825-1050 / ladiesretreatministries.org Beginner Rug Hooking — Gaspereau Valley Fibres, Wolfville 10am-12pm • Exploring the use of wool strips, hand spun yarn, and fibre roving in hooking. Anything goes in today's artistic mixed media approach to rug hooking. TIX: $35+hst (includes all materials) INFO: 542-2656 / brenda@ gaspereauvalleyfibres.ca Guinness Record Attempt — Town Hall, Berwick 10am12pm • Annual International Guinness Book attempt for the most cloth diapers changed at one time with on-site trade show and vendor fair. TIX: no charge INFO: 538-1650 / angie@spoilmerottenmaternity. com Valley Stamp Club Exhibition & Sale — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 10am-3:30pm • Annual exhibition & sale, something for all ages. TIX: no charge INFO: 526-3212 / stamps@eastlink.ca

Open House — Fairweather Montessori School, Wolfville 1-3pm • All are welcome! View our amazing new classroom. Test-drive our Montessori materials in a real-life “lesson.” View a live classroom video.

Learn more about the “Montessori advantage” for your age 3-6 student! See page 9. TIX: no charge INFO: 300-4111 / fairweatherchild@aol.com / fairweathermontessori.ca GE Foods & Your Health — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 3pm • Join Dr. Thierry Vrain, a retired genetic engineer, who, after a 30-year career with Agriculture Canada, now speaks against GE technology. As well, in attendance will be Tony Mitra, an internationally recognized citizen journalist and food security activist. This will be an opportunity to learn from them, to discuss your concerns about GE foods and how you can take action. TIX: donation INFO: GEFoods.Tour@gmail.com Comedian Tony Quinn — Kings Arms Pub, Kentville 4pm • TIX: $10 @ The Kings Arms Pub INFO: 6780066 Turkey Supper — United Church, Windsor 4-6pm • All welcome! TIX: $12 adult, no charge for children under 12 INFO: 798-3122 / r.b.snair@eastlink.ca Fundraiser for Jill Conrad-Tracey — Elementary School, Coldbrook 5:30-9pm • Student talent show, bake sale, silent auction fundraiser to raise funds for the Conrad-Tracey Family. Jill is a grade 3 teacher at the Coldbrook School recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Funds raised will go directly to the family to help supplement their loss of incomes. Requesting all in attendance wear pink (and a feather boa if you have one) - to show your support! TIX: donation INFO: 678-4869 / JVogler@avdha.nshealth.ca

Tree Planting Day — Home Hardware, Windsor 10am • Join Communities In Bloom, Windsor in planting 225 donated trees. Year 2 of the Windsor Tree Canopy Project. Meet up at Windsor Home Hardware to get planting site info. Please bring gloves and a shovel.

TIX: no charge INFO: hens.uniforms@eastlink.ca

Celebration of Hope With Starr Dobson — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 6:30-9pm • The Kings County Schizophrenia Society sponsors the event. Funds raised will be given to the Evangeline Recreational Society for renovations to their new club building and the inauguration of peer support programs. The Wolfville Gentlemen’s Chorus will sing, with other entertainment provided by the Gaelic Chorus and Highland Dancers. A silent auction and tickets auction will start at 6.30pm. TIX: $15 (please call) INFO: 681-2448 / kcschizsoc@outlook.com

Ten Things Kids Should Know About Money — Library, Kentville 10:30-11am • Join Catherine Metzger-Silver for a half hour of fun! How do we get money? Why do we need money? Learn how to make good choices with money. This is for children in grades 3 to 5. TIX: no charge INFO: valleylibrary.ca

Spring Auction — Horton Community Centre 7pm • It’s time for the Horton Community Centre Spring Auction! Auctioneers: Doug Crowell and Paul Saulnier. 50/50 tickets. Canteen available. Proceeds for the Hall upkeep projects. TIX: no charge INFO: 542-3150.

Ticket Auction — Melanson Community Hall 11am • Viewing at 11am, draw at 1pm. Canteen, 50/50, raffles. Proceeds for hall maintenance. TIX: $1 for 20 INFO: lgc@eastlink.ca

Film: Play Again — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7-9pm • An award winning documentary that asks the question: What are the consequences of a childhood removed from nature? This film encourages individuals, families, schools, and communities to examine their relationships with both screen technology and nature, and inspires them to take action to reconnect children to the natural world. See poster page 9.TIX: donation INFO: 300-5100 / info@ valleyacu.ca

2nd Annual Homeschool Expo — NSCC Annapolis Valley Campus, Middleton 11am-2pm • Interested in learning about Homeschooling? Homeschool families will be on hand to answer any questions you may have, plus: demonstrations, exhibits, snacks, and the always-popular used curriculum sale. Please park in the rear parking lot and enter the gym directly from the back of the campus. TIX: donation INFO: 825 6445 / nyenhuis.brenda@gmail.com Ticket Auction — South Alton Community Center, Kentville 12-2pm • Raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy Canada in order to support families affected by these disorders. The money helps fund necessary equipment, research and education.

TIX: donation INFO: 542-5881 / shelly.blackman@ ns.sympatico.ca

Ducks Unlimited Dinner — Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville 7-10:30pm • Annual fundraiser for the wetlands.

There will be a variety of raffles and auctions featuring many items provided by DU for home & cottage lifestyles. Doors open at 5pm, dinner at 7pm & auctions to follow. Numerous raffles, door prize from Blomidon Inn. A great social occasion for the conservation of wetlands such as Miner's Marsh in Kentville! TIX: $45 adult, $30 under 17 INFO: Gren, 679-6691 / gc_jones@yahoo.ca / Facebook: Ducks Unlimited Canada Valley Chapter

CD Release with The Hupman Brothers — Union Street Cafe, Berwick 8pm • TIX: $20 INFO: 538-7787 / contactunionstreet@gmail.com Neil Diamond Tribute — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 8pm • Featuring Joey Purpura TIX: $20 advance, $25 at the door @ Windsor Legion, Windsor Home Hardware, and Moe's Place Music INFO: 7980888 / rclbr09windsor@gmail.com Breast Cancer Cocktail Party — Doolys, New Minas 8pm-2am • Put on that cocktail dress and cute pair of shoes for the annual cocktail party fundraiser at Doolys. Vendors from local businesses: Eau Spa, Mary Kay, Epicure, and more! Proceeds to Breast Cancer Research. Tickets include a pink drink and a swag bag! TIX: $10 @ Curves (Kentville), Dooly's (New Minas) INFO: Missy, 681-1838 / doolysnewminas@ eastlink.ca Dance: Still Doin' Time — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9:30pm-12:30am • 19 & over, bar is available TIX: $6 INFO: 678-8935 / kentvillelegion@ eastlink.ca

SUNDAY, 27 Fostering Interest in Bird Watching — Watershed Nature Preserve, Wolfville 9-11am • Pledge To Fledge In partnership with the NS Bird Society and the Young Naturalists Club, the Nature Trust is hosting an event at the Wolfville Watershed Nature Preserve to introduce beginners to the fascinating hobby of bird watching. Rain date TBA, please register. TIX: no charge INFO/Reg: Karen, 425-5263 / karen@nsnt.ca Apple Tree Foundation 5K Run/Walk — Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre, Waterville 10am • The Apple Tree Foundation, in support of the Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre proudly presents the ATF 5K Walk/Run. Trophies for fastest time (Men's and Women's) and age categories. Proudly Sponsored by the Running Room.TIX: $30, $15 age 15 and under INFO: 538-3103 ext. 802 / jkelly@krrc.ns.ca Ana Buzzalino — Fire Hall, Greenwich 10am-4pm • AVDA is hosting a day with Ana Buzzalino, well known fiber artist & quilter from Calgary AB. 10am-12pm - painting on fabric demo 1-4pm - a trunk show of quilts, explaining techniques & answering questions.

TIX: $25 full day, $10 trunk show only, $5 full day visitors only INFO: Marion, 582-3219 / marion. coombs@xcountrytv.ca Arnie 'Crow' Salsman Memorial Ride — Scotian Gold, Coldbrook 11am-2pm • Memorial motorcycle ride starts at Coldbrook then leaves at noon sharp for ride out the #12 to New Ross. Then right to the Forties and Hwy #10 to stopping spot 12 kms from Middleton.

Unveiling of 2 motorcycle awareness signs will also take place this year. All riders welcome, donations for Ronald McDonald House accepted. TIX: donation INFO: 299-2453 / carla_lantz@hotmail.com Country and Bluegrass Show — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 1:30pm • Featuring: Randy Sheffield, Dave Arenburg, Mark Clark, Barb Dansart, James Brown, Carl Bezanson, Audley Pineo. Canteen open, 50/50 draw, free will offering. Proceeds for the Legion TIX: donation INFO: 542-9115 FHPL Salutes the Hantsport Fire Department — Fire Hall, Hantsport 2-4pm • The Friends of the Hantsport Public Library are Saluting the Hantsport Fire Department. We kindly invite everyone to share in our celebration of the history and heritage of the HFD and to honour volunteer firefighters. Light refreshments. TIX: donation INFO: theFHPL@gmail. com

Valley Voices & The Seventh Wave — Baptist Church, Berwick 2-4pm • Valley Voices & The Seventh Wave (male quartet) and the Never Too Late Quartet. TIX: $10 INFO: Pat, 375-2190 / Ruth, 678-1298 Fundy Film screens LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON — Al Whittle Theatre, 4 & 7 pm • Hirokazu Kore-Eda took Cannes’ Jury Prize for this poignant, sensitive drama that explores the age-old debate of nature versus nurture. Workaholic architect Ryota’s life, one of quietly ordered affluence with wife Midori and son Keita, is abruptly overturned when authorities reveal that Keita is not his biological son. Due to a switch at birth, their "true" son has been raised in the warmhearted home of working-class shopkeeper Yudai and his wife. See ad page 13. TIX: $8 INFO: 542-5157 / info@fundyfilm.ca Concert: Matt Balsor & Friends — Horton High School, Wolfville 7-9pm • Hosted by Matt Balsor and featuring guest vocalists: Graham Moorehead, Ruth Manning, Frank Dobbin, Jo-Ann Newman, Alan Butler, Connie Munroe. Proceeds to Safe Grad Program TIX: $12 @ Valley Credit Union (New Minas, Hantsport) INFO: info@mattbalsor.com

MONDAY, 28 The Kentville Town Council Meeting — Council Chambers, Kentville 7pm • This meeting is open to the public. TIX: no charge INFO: kentville.ca/town-hall/ town-council

WEDNESDAY, 30 Spring Turkey Supper & Sale — St. James Anglican Church, Kentville 4:30-7pm • Pick-up dinners available. Ladies bazaar: baking, knitting, crocheting, crafts, books, candy. TIX: $12 adults, $6 children @ St. James Anglican Church (Kentville) INFO: 678-3123 / stjames@ns.sympatico.ca April Flavours Dinner & Auction — Louis Millet Community Complex, New Minas 6-9pm • Featuring delicious local food and beverages provided and prepared by FarmWorks partners. Browse the wide array of live and silent auction items while sampling fabulous appetizers. Sponsored by Friends of Agriculture in NS to support educational programs.

See page 19. TIX: $35, includes one local beverage.

Tickets @ Box of Delights (Wolfville), Chisholm’s Stationary (Kentville) INFO: 542-3442 / lbest@ ns.sympatico.ca

THURSDAY, 1 Luckett Vineyards Opening — Luckett Vineyards, Wolfville 10am-6pm • Come and join us for our season opening. We have extended our hours for the season to 10am-6pm. You will want to be the first to see our new renovations and to taste our new releases! TIX: no charge INFO: 542-2600 / geena@ luckettvineyards.com Film: The Grounded — Edible Art Café, New Minas 6:30-9:30pm • The movie tells the true tale of an Alaskan wildlife filmmaker's quest to test the claims of what appears to be an outrageously simple and too good to be true healing concept: physical, bare skin contact with the Earth. New research has started to confirm the unexpected, that the surface of the Earth has healing power. Featuring David Suzuki, Clint Ober, Dr. Joseph Mercola, and other leaders, naturalists, and health visionaries. TIX: no charge INFO: 681-7375 / jssvincent@yahoo.com

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Camps Rock Camp: @ the Windsor Community Centre. So you want to be a rock star? Hosted by ECMA award winner Jake Smith and covering everything from songwriting and performing to recording. Junior Rock: July 7-11 (ages 8-12). Senior Rock: July 14-25 (ages 13-18).

Register early for discount. FEE: Before June 1: $150 Jr. Rock, $300 Sr. Rock. INFO: thefedpennies@hotmail.com

accommodations, peaceful natural surroundings.

FEE: $395 all-inclusive (tuition, accommodation, meals), $425 after May 15 INFO/Reg: karen3shanti@ yahoo.ca / ken@irhythm.ca / bluelotusmusic.ca Art Therapy Workshops: Seek Balance Counselling presents: Chronology May 14 & 21, Body-mapping May 17 & 18, Emotions May 29, Circle play June 12, Inner Exploration Sept 24-29. See ad page 9. INFO: Tanya, seekbalance.ca

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Bible Lessons: Free correspondence lessons to learn what the Bible teaches. For ages 5 - adults. Request lessons from: Mailbox Club 740 Freeman Drive, Kingston, NS, B0P 1R0 INFO: beth.lennox@bellaliant.net

Donate Used Clothing: Flowercart creates work and training for people. Donate your used clothing to Flowercart and keep your donation and the resulting money local. Drop off location: 9412 Commercial St., New Minas. INFO: lisahammettvaughan@flowercart.ca

Music Lessons: (Voice & Piano) w/music educator, Susan Dworkin-Hachey. Spring and Summer lessons.

All ages, no experience necessary. Music helps develop skills in: reading, math, creativity, memory, ambition, discipline, concentration, fine motor skill, musicianship, hand/eye coordination...also good for your spirit and soul! INFO/Reg: 542-0649 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com Community Yoga: M-W-F, 12-1pm @ dance studio, downstairs, Old-SUB, Acadia. FEE: Monday: $5, $2 for Acadia students, Wed/Fri: $5, no charge for Acadia students INFO: cazaflows@gmail.com Gaspereau Yoga: Mondays (for 10 weeks): 1:30-3pm - Level 1, 5:15-6:45pm - Level 2 (no class April 21).

Thursdays (starts April 24 for 9 weeks): 5:15-6:45pm Level 1-2. Anusara inspired, integrating the celebration of the heart, universal principles of alignment, and balanced energetic action in the performance of yoga poses. Instructor: Sophie Bérubé. Please pre-register.

FEE: Monday: $70, Thurs: $65, Both: $115 INFO/Reg: 542-7304 / 542-6090 / gaspereauyoga@hotmail.ca Sivananda Hatha Yoga: Thursdays, 4-6pm @ SUB, Rm. 117, Acadia. W/certified teacher, Martha ‘Marti’ Valiquette, bring your own mat. FEE: free will INFO: yoga@bellaliant.net / facebook: Valley Yoga Rock Divas!: Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm @ NKEC for 6 weeks. Free afterschool program for girls.

Learn the basics of climbing; become confident, strong, flexible, and adventurous individuals. New climbing wall, w/instructors Bekah Regan & Heather Rebman. Canning & District Recreation appreciates the funding provided by the provincial Thrive! strategy. FEE: no charge INFO/Reg: 582-2033 / canningrec@ns.sympatico.ca.

Adult Ceilidh Class: Thursdays starting April 24 for 8 weeks, 7-8pm @ Greenwich Community Hall. Work as a team in a group dance with lots of laughter and great music! We always finish with a refreshing stretch! Great for all levels, limited to 12 students. See ad page 10.

FEE: $50 INFO/Reg: tnntiptoptoes@gmail.com Entrepreneurial Certificate Program: Productivity Module: April 28, 9am-12pm @ Innovation and Incubation Services, 5th Floor Patterson Hall, Acadia.

Learn how to find and eliminate wasted time and energy and increase your profitability with ideas from The Toyota Way and Lean Startup. TIX: $50 INFO/Reg: Melissa, 585-1835 / mquinn@acadiau.ca

WORKSHOPS/RETREATS: Blue Lotus Yoga & Music Retreat: June 20-22 @ Windhorse Farm and Retreat Centre, Lunenburg County. Renew and nourish your spirit with a beautiful, uplifting summer solstice weekend of yoga with Indian- and Middle Eastern-inspired music.

Delicious homemade vegetarian meals, comfortable

Acupuncture-Tao TCM: A holistic approach to treating various chronic and acute disorders such as backaches, headaches, knee pain, digestive disorders, fatigue, gynaecological disorders, and more. Provided by Sensei Yula. INFO: 697-2661 / centrefortheways.com / m.centrefortheways.com Conflict Management & Mediation for Elders: Patient, confidential, and knowledgeable help from an accredited mediator specializing in: elder support, planning, and mediation. Services also available for: individuals, businesses, and organizations. Reasonable rates with a sliding fee scale based on income. INFO: Sue Barthos, BIS, MBA. 697-2285 / barthos@eastlink.ca Hand-Crafted Urn Boxes: Respectful, wooden, locally-made. INFO: Farmer Eddie, 542-3387

NKEC's Grad Yard/Bake/Plant Sale & Silent Auction: Sat. May 3, 8:30am-12pm. Please show your support for the 2014 Grads. If you have items to donate, please bring them to the school M-F, 9am-3pm. INFO: oakview@xcountry.tv

Massiah's Cleaning: Stripping & finishing (waxing), deep scrubbing & finishing (recoating), burnishing (buffing), tile & grout cleaning, cement cleaning & degreasing, carpet & general cleaning. Available throughout the Valley, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - even on short notice! Maintenance plans available.

INFO: 691-3614

Seeking Community Health Volunteers: Are you interested in actively promoting health and wellness in your community? The EK Community Health Board is currently looking for new members. We meet once per month. INFO: 542-1244 / ekchb@avdha.nshealth.ca

Scott Prudence Woodworking: Carpenter/ Cabinet Maker/Timber Framer for hire. Over 25 years experience. Reasonable rates. Quality work whether you want it or not. INFO: Scott, 698-7140 / scottprudence@hotmail.com

2nd Annual Hike for Hospice!: On May 4, 2pm starting at KCA School, the staff of Grant Thornton, LLP Kentville host the 2nd Annual Hike for Hospice in support of the Valley Hospice Foundation. Festivities start 12:30pm w/BBQ. Hikers encouraged to collect pledges and use the online fundraising tools.

Suggested minimum of $20 raised to participate.

INFO/Reg: 365-1701 x 3471 / valleyhospice.ca / or info@valleyhospice.ca

Advertise in The Wizard of Oz Program: Wolfville Elementary presents The Wizard of Oz, May 8-10. To help offset costs, advertising space ranges $25-$50.

We expect these programs to be viewed by many Valley residents and saved as a memento by the 40 families involved. Please RSVP by April 20. INFO/RSVP: wolfvilleozmusical2014@gmail.com

Acadia Dump and Run: May 3, 9am-3pm. A massive campus-community garage sale held in the Acadia gym at the end of the academic year. Accepts donations: furniture, toys, clothes, sports equipment, tools, kitchenware, shoes, electronics, & more! Deliver them Monday, April 28 - Friday, May 2, 12-6pm @ west end, lower entrance of Athletic Centre. Large furniture May 1 & May 2 only please. Also, we are looking for student & community volunteers, please contact us. INFO: 585-1311 / dumpandrun@acadiau.ca Stop Bill C-18!: The rights of farmers and other Canadians to save, reuse, exchange, and sell seeds are under attack again. Bill C-18, the “Agricultural Growth Act” was introduced to Parliament on December 9, 2013. This Act will amend several federal agricultural laws, which will shift money, power, and control towards multi-national agricultural businesses and away from farmers. This Bill will determine who has power over seeds in Canada. The National Farmers Union has created a Stop Bill C-18 toolkit with lots of information.

INFO: nfu.ca/issue/stop-bill-c-18

FOR HIRE/PURCHASE: Pam’s Editing Services: Make your writing look professional! Experienced editor and journalist can help you with press releases, manuscripts, ads, reports, school essays, proposals. FEE: $35/hr. INFO: Pam, 306-0570 / pamsediting@gmail.com.

Interior/Exterior Painting: Women in Rollers does accurate quotes, shows up on time to work, and performs to perfection. We even leave your home neat and tidy! Call today for your free estimate. INFO: Pamela, 697-2926

Spring Clean: Light housekeeping, floors, baths, dusting, walls windows, etc. Clean for house closings and apts. FEE: $40/4 hrs for new clients, $12/hr, Anytime 7 days a week. INFO: Cynthia, 691-3313 / cyndiloumeek@hotmail.com Garden Consultant: Offered this spring and summer.

Need a hand building or re-visioning your horticultural and vegetable gardens? Available evenings and weekends in the Kings County and West Hants. INFO: amylounder.wix.com/gardeningal

ACCOMMODATIONS: House-Sitter: 30-something professional able to provide house-sitting arrangements, within Wolfville preferred. Available mid-May onwards, references available. INFO: info@grapevinepublishing.ca Room and Board: For Rent in Wolfville: Large room for non-smoking mature student. Healthy, delicious meals, hi-speed internet, wifi, use of kitchen, laundry, living and dining room. Beautiful gardens, quiet and very clean. Two friendly cats, storage for bike, & parking. 20 minute walk to Acadia. FEE: $600/month, all included INFO: Susan, 542-0649 / susan_dworkin@hotmail.com Land for Sale: It'll be your million-dollar view of the Annapolis Valley! For just $60K, you'll own over 20 acres of mountainside land near the top of the North Mountain, on Hwy. 358. Your house's view will be a half-mile west of the Look-Off! P.I.D. # 55007892, see ad page 20. INFO: Ernie, 385-1515

GENERAL: Online Fracking Discussion: Wed., April 23, 7pm.

Ecology Action Centre presents geologist David Hughes, author of Drill Baby Drill. A brief overview of fracking in

NS, including the current provincial review and energy security in Nova Scotia, Canada and beyond. Audience, please join to listen to this insightful talk, and to share thoughts and questions with David afterward.

Registration is limited, so book your “seat” today!

INFO/Reg: Jennifer J. West, M.Sc., P.Geo, 442-5046 / ecologyaction.ca/upcoming-events Join the Fracking Discussion: The window to participate in the fracking discussion in NS is quickly coming to a close. Although letters to your MLA & MP are always useful, April is the last month to send in your opinions to a provincial review process. To participate, go to: cbu.ca/hfstudy 5th Annual Landmark East Golf Tournament: Berwick Heights Golf Course, May 23. Proceeds support the Student Bursary Fund. INFO/Reg: Mandy, 542-2237 / landmarkeast.org/golf Looking For Artists/Craftspeople: Interested in displaying/marketing your work in a funky little shop in downtown Berwick? I am looking for 3-4 like-minded folk to display their wares in my shop. You must be willing to run the shop one day per week. Rent free for 1st 6 months., then if you're in, $50 per month obo INFO: susannascloset@gmail.com Art Battle Day!: May 10, more than 250 artists compete in same-day events across 20 Canadian communities (Acadia University Art Gallery). 3-round live painting competition featuring 12 professional and emerging artists. Audiences vote, see article page 8. INFO/Reg: artbattle.ca/register (until April 20) / facebook: Art Battle Kaleidoscope New Minas - Needs Assessment: Parents, friends, and volunteers who have come together to determine: what programs are currently available for adults with special needs during the day, what the needs are for additional adult daytime programming, & how this group of adults can give back to the community. Please help by filling out a survey (please contact us). INFO: 681-0606 / facebook: Kaleidoscope New Minas Social Ideas Pitch: Your social idea can win $5000 on April 24th! 16 total spots available, please contact us for the application form link. We would love to have a selection of folks from all over NS! INFO: David, 790-2600 / commongoodsolutions.ca / @commongood4all Ghostly Casting Call: Sunday, May 4, 4pm, & Wednesday, May 7, 6pm @ Studio Z, Wolfville. A few back-up ghosts needed for the upcoming Valley Ghost Walk season. All ages & genders, please contact us for script. INFO: jerome@valleyghostwalks.com

UPCOMING: The Modern Knowledge Tour: May 24-25 @ Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Halifax.

The tour travels across Canada combining unique speakers and their vast knowledge and experience of interlacing disciplines. Ask questions regarding our current knowledge, doctrines and dogmas.

Speakers: Michael Tellinger, Richard Dolan, w/via video feed of Michael Tsarion, & G. Edward Griffin.

See website for tickets and pricing & page 10 for ad.

INFO: modernknowledge2014.com Nova Scotia Gaming Tournament: May 17, 10:30am @ Hantsport Fire Hall. Presented by The Horizon Project. PlayStation 4 gaming tournament, Call Of Duty: Ghost. Cash prizes! The Horizon Project plans to use large portions of its tournament profit and reinvest into small communities. FEE: $30 early bird INFO/Reg: TheHorizonProject.net

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f you stop by St. Joseph’s Church on any Sunday afternoon, you will be struck by the buzz of activity throughout the entire building. In the choir loft you can hear the beautiful voices singing “One Day More.” In the multi-purpose room you can observe a group of performers hanging onto every word of their director’s instructions. In the Sunday School rooms the seamstresses are busy working on their sewing machines, and set designers look up every now and again from painting and constructing to catch some air. This is what St. Joseph’s Stage Prophets is all about: a community of people coming together to share their talents and love of performing!

Apri 17 – May 1, 2014

Under the direction of Mary Hanneman, the Stage Prophets continue to thrill audiences year after year, and this year is no exception. In its 13th year of performing, the St Joseph’s Stage Prophets are thrilled to be presenting the full-stage production of Victor Hugo’s Les Miserables one of the most beloved and longest-running musicals of all time. It is gearing up to be an impressive event, with incredibly gifted actors, beautiful display of period costumes, creative set designs and hundreds of hours of dedication from the cast and volunteers.

Performances run from May 15-18 @ 7pm and Saturday matinee at 1:30 at the Theatre Festival Wolfville.

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