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 “Honey, I shrunk the ???”
“Honey, I shrunk the dog”!! Four or five months ago, I reported
that The Jet was a burly 105 pounds. Truly a Jumbo Jet or at least
a close facsimile. Consultation with the vet people suggested
that The Jet was overly Jumbo and should be shrunk and
downsized. After months of kibble reduction and more exercise
he recently checked in with a weight loss of 10 pounds. From
Jumbo he has gone now to being the Big Jet. Following further
consultation with the vet folks, it became evident that they want
to see a Fighter Jet, and so the kibble reduction and exercise will
continue for probably another 10 to 15 pounds!!! The strange
thing is . . . the Jet doesn’t act any hungrier now than he ever did.
Which means, he still lets you know whenever he thinks that
kibble time is close by getting very bouncy!!
“Honey, I shrunk the Wife”!! Yes siree, The Jet is not the only
one on reduced kibble and increased exercise. The missus has
been losing a few pounds herself!! Unlike The Jet, however, she
hasn’t been anywhere near as friendly come meal time. I get
particularly concerned though, when I find her sniffing around
The Jet’s food dish. If it ever came to a kibble fight, I am afraid of
what damage might happen to my Boy!!
“Honey, I shrunk the Mikie”!! Yup . . . me too. Right along with
The Jet, I have dropped about 10 pounds also!! It just didn’t seem
fair that he was targeted for kibble reduction all by himself. True
leadership is all about NOT expecting others to suffer while we
continue to stuff ourselves at the kibble dish. True leadership is
not concerned about getting rid of other’s fat, while ignoring
our own!!
“Honey, I am going to shrink the trees”!! I have been studying up
on modern woodlot management and one of the key findings, is
that trees need to be thinned out just like carrots. Trees that are
growing too close together tend to be more deformed, weaker
and more subject to disease. By spacing trees properly the
overall health of the forest can be improved and overall wood
growth per acre or hectare can be improved significantly. This
means that healthy forests are removing more carbon from the
atmosphere. Which is a good thing!! Perhaps, more on this topic
in a followup “Ravings”.
So during the next few months I am going to be very busy, but
the most important project will be to keep The Jet leaner and
faster than the missus, so that he can consistently win the race
to the kibble dish!! 800

Quispamsis Volunteer
Awards
See Story on
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Published Bi-Weekly
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KV Woodworkers Club
The KV Woodworkers Club is a non-profit organization
operating from Rothesay High School.
Happenings: The bench project is now complete, and a bit of
money has been raised for the benefit of our members. Thanks
to the many club members who have been diligently working on
this fundraising project. The project for Rothesay High School,
math department is now finished. Thanks to Brian Chapman.
Some other projects in the shop include cabinets, clocks, tables,
a Lazy Susan, turned bowls, bedside tables, and picture frames.
This Week’s Tip from Chips: Router direction - a router bit turns
clockwise when looking down at the router. If you move the
router into the wood, against the bit’s cutting edges the forces
of the bit cutting into the wood, will hold the router against the
guide, whether it is a fence, a template guide or a bearing guide,
allowing for even and smooth cuts with little effort. If you move
the router into the wood, against the back of the cutting edges,
the forces will push against the wood and tend to move the
router away from the guide, with poor finished cuts.
About Our Club: Members have access to the school shop
facilities, 24/7. New members are welcome. Annual fees are
$220. For more information, call Jim at 849-3794, Pat at 849-
0400, or see Bob or Larry at the shop (1st door on the right from
the East side entrance to the school, across from Rothesay arena)
on Tuesday and Thursday, mornings & evenings; or Saturday
mornings. See you in the shop.
Chips. 202

Charity BBQ in Quispamsis

There will a Charity BBQ on Saturday April 16th from 11:00am-
4:00pm at the M&M Meat Shops in Quispamsis. All proceeds
from the BBQ will be going to the Saint John Down Syndrome
Society (SJDSS). The funds collected from the BBQ will enable
the SJDSS to continue working on public awareness initiatives
and hopefully one day achieve their vision of a society of full
inclusion where everyone is valued.
With a minimum $2.50 donation at the BBQ, you will receive
your choice of Hamburger or Hot Dog with a drink. 219

KOC CRIB
The Knights of Columbus Council #6766, is
hosting Cribbage Games every Thursday at
7:30pm. Admission $5.00 for eight games. Have
fun, meet new friends, win prizes.
To be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church,
lower hall on Gondola Point Road, Rothesay.
Enter via the back door on the right. 208

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 Kv high – bye bye birdie
Kennebecasis Valley High School, under the new direction
ofRachelle Lanigan, is excited to be presenting the swingin’ 50’s
musical “Bye Bye Birdie” from Tuesday, April 12th - Saturday,
April 16th with curtain time at 8:00pm every night.
This is the first show under the new direction of Mrs. Rachelle
Lanigan and promises to be an extremely successful debut for the
first time director. Mrs. Lanagan has handled the choreography
of KV musicals for the past two years. The dancing in this
production is high energy and will have audiences rockin’ and
rollin’. The choreography has been handed over to Courtney
Arsenault, one of the four grads who take the stage as leads for
their final time. Jaryd Stanley makes this fifth appearance on
the stage as Albert, the mama’s boy manager of the wild rock
star Conrad Birdie played by the one and only JD Kent. Riley
Livingstone plays Rosie.
Bye Bye Birdie tells the story of Albert Peterson, the manager
of the wild and irresponsible Conrad Birdie and his secretary,
Rose Alvarez. It all starts when Conrad is drafted into the army.
Conrad travels to the town of Sweet Apple to bestow a kiss upon
Kim MacAffee and turns the town on its head in a striking
similarity to Beiber fever. 229

Fundy Search & Rescue Fundraiser

In support of Greater Fundy Ground Search & Rescue a
“Country Music Night” will be held in Sussex (Jubilee Hall,
Perry Street) on Saturday, April 16th from 7:00-10:00pm. The
evening will feature New Country Roads (Joan & Ken Campbell,
Doris Fraser, Edgar Hann and George Johnson). Special guests
include: Ray MacIntyre (Charlie Pride), Les O’Donnell (George
Jones), Wanda Moore (keyboard & vocalist), Harold & Debbie
Lewis, Bea Crandall and Melissa Brennan (fiddler).
Admission is $5/person and there will be door prizes, 50/50
draw, canteen and tickets for sale on a basket. 232

KV Minor Ball REgistration

Kennebecasis Minor Ball Association (KVMBA) registration
is now open for players for the 2011 season. Please visit www.
kvmba.ca to obtain the registration form, which can be mailed
in or please visit us at the Quispamsis Community Expo held on
Friday, April 15th from 6:30-8:30pm at the Q-Plex.
Attention all Coaches: Applications can also be obtained from
the website or in person at the Expo.
Also, this year the KVMBA is pleased to offer an expanded
Girls Softball Program. 220

LIONS BINGO IN KV
Bingo every
Sunday night at
the Island View-
Quispamsis
Lions Club.
Doors open at
5:30, and the first game starts
at 6:45. Full canteen services
by Wendy.
The Lions Club is located
by the Ken Val Co-op in
Quispamsis. 203
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RCL KENNEBECASIS BRANCH #58
61 Marr Road, Rothesay, NB E2E 5Y8 847-5146
Branch Hours: Monday-Thursday 2:30-8:00pm;
Friday 2:30pm-12:00mid-night; Saturday 2:00-
9:00pm; Sunday 1:30-7:00pm.
Sundays - 10:30am-12:30pm, Sunday Brunch
$6.00/person; 2:00-5:00pm, Rummoli every
second Sunday.
Tuesdays - 7:00pm, Executive Committee
meeting the second Tuesday of each month, with
General Meeting following at 8:00pm.
Saturdays - 3:00-6:00pm, Shuffleboard.
Thursday, April 21st - Easter Dinner - soup, ham, potato scallop,
veggies, dessert, tea/coffee. Please note that this event is being
held on “Thursday” and reservations close on Tuesday, April
19th.
Friday, April 29th – 7:00-10:00pm, Spring Fling Dance with live
music by GPS Country Band - $5.00/person.
Friday, May 6th – Mother’s Day Dinner, boneless/skinless
chicken breast, veggies, dessert, tea/coffee. Cost $12/person.
Reservations close by Wednesday, May 4th.
Saturday, May 21st – Yard sale at the Branch. Details will follow.
Veterans-need help?: Veterans in need of assistance with VAC
applications, disabilities, frailty, medical treatment contact
Branch Service Officer - Comrade Norman Gaillard 847-5146.
Serving the Public: Catering - all events within and without -
menus and costs at Br #58; Facilities Rental - two rooms available
for functions and business/private meetings, fee schedule and
reservations available. 206

THE VALLEY COFFEE HOUSE

The Valley Coffee House presents various singers and musicians
who provide a “toe tapping” fun filled evening of entertainment
for your pleasure. A donation of a non-perishable food item
for the KV Food Basket, or a monetary donation if you prefer,
is your ticket through the door! Please come and help us help
others. The doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:00pm.
The Valley Coffee House is held at the Civic Center (Civic Drive
in Quispamsis) 2nd floor - elevator available. Please be aware
that you can bring sweets for the canteen and also items to be
used as door prizes.
Up-coming Coffee House dates: Saturday - May 14th & June 18th.
If you would like more information or would like to put your
name in to be a helper or an entertainer in the future please call
Desa at 847-2917. 405

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 Pee Wee Hockey Champs
The Kennebecasis Valley Canadians won the Bell Aliant
Provincial Pee Wee C Hockey Championship, on Sunday,
March 27th at the Saint-Jacques Palladium. In the final game, the
Canadians beat the Saint-Arthur–Val-d’Amour Avalanche 4-1,
with Michael Jodrie scoring 1 goal assisted by Katelyn Hamilton
and Wesley Walls. Sean Trecartin with 1 goal assisted by Michael
Jodrie, Justin Scott and John Farrell both with 1 goal each and
Katie Northrup picking up the win in net. The new champions
played an undefeted round robin with two wins and two ties.
Other participants were the Edmundston RLM Super Seamless
Prédateurs (3rd), the Kent Center Capitals (4th) and the Haut-
Madawaska Panthers (5th). 228

(l-r) front row lying down: Katie Northrup (goalie) and John
Farrell (forward).
Second row: Alec Thorne (defence), Justin Giggy (defence) and
Maggie Jones (forward).
Standing: John Keating (coach), Eric Farrell (assistant coach),
Sean Trecartin (forward), Ryan Marino (forward), Lexie
Keating (defence), Jamie Walls (coach), Abby Blaney (defence),
Laura Carson (forward), Michael Jodrie (forward), Lukus
Kantor (Defence), Justin Scott (forward), Dwight Northrup
(Head Coach), Katelyn Hamilton (forward), Yves Albert
(Vice-President for District 1 minor hockey) and Wesley Walls
(defence).

BRADLEY LAKE COMMUNITY CENTRE

The Bradley Lake Community Centre can accommodate up to
150 people is available to rent for weddings, receptions, birthday
parties (includes a large kitchen).
For more information or to make a booking for an event please
call 847-8442 or 847-7170. 216

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Day of Champion 2011 winners
The KV Midget Capitals were the Day of Champions 2011
Gold Medal Winners – Atlantic Division. DOC game against St
Stephen Hawkes: KV Midget Captials 2 – St. Stephen Hawkes 0;
Thomas Cromwell 2, Alec Evans, goalie – shut out. 218

Front Row: Elizabeth Phillips, Nick Vautour, Thomas Cromwell,

Brandon Michaud, Alex King, Adam Eagles, Ryan Craig.
Middle Row: Steven Craig (Assistant Coach), Jill Whitehouse
(Manager), Reid Macphail, Morgan Lynch, Chris Gorman, Brett
Jones, Davey Mckellar, Alec Evans, Mike King (Head Coach).
Back Row: Rod Eagles (Assistant Coach), Pierre Kochel, Curtis
Colwell, Nathan Maidment, Will French.
Photo by P. King.

FAIRVALE OUTING ASSOCIATION

8 River Road, Rothesay
Crib - every Wednesday at 7:30pm. For information please call
Sam Gauvin at 847-8261. Everyone welcome.
Bingo - every Thursday night. Doors open at 6:00 games start
at 6:55pm. 10 regular games, four specials and a jackpot game.
Also early and late games and building pots (Bonanza, Lucky
7, Pyramid and Treasure Chest). For information please call
Richard at 847-4163. Canteen services available.
Hall rentals are available for various types of events/activities.
The Hall is also available for special benefit functions at no
charge. New members always welcome.
For further information please contact Margaret at 849-0031.
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 New location for Community
Foundation
The Greater Saint John
Community Foundation has
recently located to newly
renovated, highly visible and
more accessible space in Uptown Saint John at 76 Princess Street
in the Trinity Dental Clinic Building. The Greater Foundation,
which supports registered charities within a 50 km. radius of
Greater Saint John, will receive applications for 2011 grants until
5:00pm, April 15th, 2011 at their new location.
The Foundation recently implemented changes in the process
whereby they receive, evaluate and process applications for
grants. A Grants Committee is in place, with board members
and additional community representation, which reviews
applications, based on what they consider to be the best practices
of colleague foundations across Canada and after reviewing
quality of life data in the Foundation’s annual Vital Signs Reports.
It makes recommendations to the Foundation Board. The
application form has been posted on the Foundation website,
www.saint-john-foundation.nb.ca and can be downloaded from
it.
The Anniversary Grant of up to $30,000 will also be awarded
this year to a charitable group seeking funding for a unique
initiative with significant community impact, which will address
a priority community need, as identified in the Foundation’s Vital
Signs Reports. This is in addition to over $200,000 anticipated in
grants to be distributed to local charitable causes in 2011.
The Foundation operates frugally, with about 1.5% of its assets
for administrative costs annually. For that reason, it hopes a
donor of a boardroom/meeting table and chairs may materialize
to help keep their operating costs to a minimum. It is grateful for
the large number of donors who contribute time, resources and
funding to continue to support the wide range of local charities
which benefit from the Foundation.
The Greater Saint John Community Foundation serves as a
trustee for charitable, educational and cultural purposes. It
administers funds, large and small, donated by public-spirited
citizens for the benefit of the people of Greater Saint John. 813

LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER WORKSHOPS

Helping women with cancer - Look Good Feel Better free
workshops help women deal with the appearance-related side-
effects of their illness. Find support - lift your spirits - gain
confidence!
Join us in Saint John the 3rd Monday of every month from 1:30-
3:30 in the Oncology Conference room. Registration required
- contact Tina at 648-6885. 807

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Donation to Joshua Group
The Kennebecasis Seniors group held at St David’s Church in
Rothesay met on Monday March, 7th and gave a donation to
the Joshua Group. Mr. Hayes and two members of the group,
Ben and Joe, came out to meet us and receive their cheque. Mr.
Hayes spoke about the problems of poverty and drugs in our city
today for children and how he helps them. Not all of the group
were able to attend. 223

Presenting the cheque: President, Connie McNulty; Secretary,

Doris Priddle; Treasurer, Betty McKenzie.

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
There will be a ‘Community Breakfast’ held at the Barnesville
Presbyterian Church (Route 820) on Saturday, April 16th from
8:00-11:30am. The menu will include: scrambled eggs, bacon,
sausage, hash browns, baked beans, toast, coffee & juice; or
Frenchtoast, bacon, sausage, fruit, yogurt, muffin, coffee &
juice. Cost for the breakfast is $5/adults, $3/children and pre-
schoolers eat for free.
Take-outs will be available at 832-7790. There will be a Bake
Table at this event. 233

KV3C
Baby Wonders: The first year for baby is filled with wonder not
only for baby but for mom and dad too. This playgroup is an
opportunity for parents of babies under 18 months of age to
discover and explore the world of parenthood with other parents.
Learn what to expect in the early years of parenting in a group
environment where we cover a variety of topics from sleep (or
lack there of!) to infant massage with qualified guest speakers.
Baby Wonders is held on Monday mornings at the Quispamsis
Civic Centre (location change) from 10:00 am-12:00noon.
KV3C Playgroup: Experience wonderful ‘play’ mornings with
songs, crafts, stories, parachute games, snacks and themed
activities designed to enhance
children’s holistic learning
and meet other families. This
is an excellent opportunity
for parents and children to
spend fun time together! From
10:00am to 12:00noon at: Bill
McGuire Memorial Centre -
Tuesdays; Quispamsis Civic
Centre (change of location) -
Wednesdays; St. Augustine’s
Church, Quispamsis - Fridays.
Please call 849-7266, email
kv3c@nb.aibn.com or visit
www.kv3c.ca for more
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 HRAA news
Fish ‘n Jam: Fish ‘n Jam is back to a regular
schedule, each Wednesday at 7:00pm. Fly
tying instruction is available on Wednesdays,
just call the centre to be sure someone will be
available if you’re planning on coming out to
tie flies.
Annual Anglers Draw: Tickets are now
available. Tickets ($10 each or three for $20)
are now available. You can get your tickets from Jim Gillespie, or
contact the centre at 832-1230. Draw date is planned for April
23rd.
Coffeehouse: We have our next coffeehouse slated for Saturday,
April 30th, with entertainers TBA. We hope to see another great
turnout!
News from the Riverbank: Water levels are remarkably low for
this time of year, just under two meters on our gauge. The warmer
temperatures have brought the water temperature up slightly,
varying around 3c. Remember that angling season opens Friday,
April 15th on rivers, and Sunday, May 1st on lakes in this part
of the province. As usual, we ask all anglers to exercise caution
when fishing in the lower part of the Hammond in April, since
our black salmon (kelts) will still be in the river. And, of course,
the Hammond is closed for all salmon fishing, including black
salmon. If you do fish the lower river, we strongly urge that you
use single, barbless hooks so that the salmon can be released
unharmed if you do happen to hook one.
One more reminder: wear your PFD’s, especially in cold water
conditions we have in the early season!
Warning to local anglers and boaters: HRAA’s popular and
frequently-used boat launch was damaged during the high water
March 12th, and is not usable. Stay tuned, we’ll provide more
information as it becomes available. Its one of our priorities to
have the landing back in operation as soon as possible.
Kayak Fishing Tournament: July 16th & 17th. The new regulations
for the tournament are now available in the events section of our
website. This year, there will alternate launching locations, but
all activities will take place at the centre.
For more HRAA information visti the website at www.hraa.
ca. 401

ANTI-BULLYING SUPPORT
A youth-created Anti-Bullying Website toll-free line for youth,
parents, and the general public can be accessed 24/7, 365 days
a year by anyone in Canada. Anyone may access the (new) toll-
free number at: (877) 352-4497. 803

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SJ MULTICULTURAL & NEWCOMERS CENTRE
New students and volunteers are welcome at the Saint John
Multicultural and Newcomers Resource Center’s English
conversational classes. English classes are held on the 3rd and 4th
floors of the City Market at the following times: Tuesdays from
4:30-6:00 and Wednesdays & Thursdays from 10:30-12:00noon
and 4:30-6:00pm. Classes are also offered at Rothesay High
School in room 115 on Mondays & Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00pm.
Classes are held in Quispamsis at St. Mark’s Catholic Church
on Mondays from 10:30am-12:00noon. These classes provide a
comfortable, informal setting for people to practice and develop
their English skills. Participants have an opportunity to carry on
discussions and meet new people from a wide range of cultures.
The center welcomes new students and volunteers to join our
growing groups.
The SJMNRC Employment Centre provides assistance for
newcomers interested in working SJ and the surrounding
community. Contact Mary Stack at 642-6464 or Mary.Stack@
sjmnrc.ca for more information.
Mid-Day Mentorship: April 23rd, Understanding Workplace
Cultural Norms (registration mandatory, contact laura.
Damery@sjmnrc.ca).
Practicing Soft Skills Workshop: Tips and Best Practices for
Newcomers - Wednesday April 13th, 3:00-4:00pm, (4th floor of
the City Market). Don’t miss out on the information that can
help you land the job you’ve been looking for. Please register
with Laura Damery at laura.damery@sjmnrc.ca.
Summer Camp: Are you in middle or high school and would
like to have some fun this summer at summer camp? Contact
Erin Brolley, erin.brolley@sjmnrc.ca to set up an appointment
and register ASP. Registration is limited.
Lunch en Français: Would you like an opportunity to practice
speaking French? Every Friday from 12:00noon until 1:00pm
we will host a French lunch at a local restaurant. If you are
interested in attending please contact André Tedika at 642-7265
or 653-8262 or andre.tedika@sjmnrc.ca. 608
Give the Gift of Life Walkathon
The Kidney Foundation “Give the Gift of Life Walkathon” in
support of Organ & Tissue Donation will be held on Saturday
April 30th. Registration will start at 10:00am (Wentworth
Place, 215 Wentworth Street).There are great prizes to be won
including an iPad2. Raise $100 and receive a t-shirt to be part of
the “Living Green Ribbon”.
Come out for a great time of fun, food and prizes in support of
a good cause. To register and collect pledges
online go to www.kidney.ca/nbpei or call The Kidney Foundation
634-0519. 618

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 KV Crusaders Column
By Maria Debly
The week of April 4th-9th was Blast From
the Past Week. Every day was a dress-up
day, and students wore retro costumes
from decades past. Monday was 90’s day,
Tuesday was 80’s day, and so on. Because
there was no school on Friday, the final
day of the countdown was on Monday.
Opening night for the Spring Musical, Bye
Bye Birdie, is today, April 12th. The show
runs until Saturday, April 16th. Tickets are $14 for orchestra,
$12 for balcony, and you can purchase them at Benjamin Books,
Past Perfections, Kennebecasis Drugs, L’il Shop of Science, and
the school box office. All shows start at 8:00pm.
Up-to-date articles about sports, arts, academics, and day-
to-day activities at KVHS are all in the school newspaper,
The Valiant. The newspaper is written and edited by students
in the Journalism classes. This year’s editions of The Valiant
are all online, and issues from previous years are also on the
Edline page. In the next few weeks, the newspaper may also be
switching from biweekly to weekly editions. 205

Sj Volunteer centre workshop

Have you ever felt that you had the wrong volunteer - or that
you wished you could fire a volunteer? Well, you can and there
are times when you should. However, some additional practices
when hiring, may alleviate that problem. If not, then there are
steps to take when dealing with a problem volunteer - up to
and including dismissal. Learn how to reduce the possibility
of having a problem volunteer and how to deal with one if
necessary. Facilitator for this workshop will be Betty Hitchcock
who is well known in Saint John for her involvement with
numerous agencies.
This Workshop will be held at the Saint John Volunteer Centre
(66 Waterloo Street, Training Room Suite 224) on Tuesday, April
19th from 12:00noon-1:00pm, with registration from 11:45am-
12:00noon. Fee for the workshop is $15. Bring your lunch -
coffee/tea provided. Failure to notify of cancellation two days
prior to Workshop will result in the fee being invoiced. Prior to
registration please advise if you have any mobility restrictions.
Pre-register by calling 658-1555 or email training@nb.aibn.
com. 603

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Twirl Zone competition results
Twirl Zone Inc Twirlers competed and placed recently at
the 2011 St Patrick’s Day Open Regional Baton Twirling
Competition held in Neguac. Kendra MacPhee Medley BN 18+
1st, Solo BN 18+ 1st, 2-Baton BN 18+ 1st & Solo Dance BN 18+
1st. Amanda Thompson Solo C 12-14 1st *moved up to Level BN
& Solo Dance C 12-14 3rd. 818
L-r: Kendra MacPhee (Hampton) & Amanda Thompson
(Quispamsis) Both twirlers are coached by Stephanie Middleton.
VON FOOT CLINIC IN QUISPAMSIS
VON Foot Clinics in Quispamsis are held at St.
Mark’s Church (Pettingill Road) every Wednesday.
For more information/appointments please call the
VON Office at 635-1530. 209
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Rothesay netherwood school events
Gr. 12 IB Art Show: in Heritage Hall, weekdays 9:00am-4:00pm
until April 29th.
Night of Original Music Compositions: Wednesday, April 13th at
7:00pm in the Théâtre Susan B. Ganong.
RugbyFest 2011: The 22nd Annual RNS RugbyFest will be held
on April 15th-17th on the school’s five playing fields. Parking on
the campus is $4.
Broadway Revue: one-act scenes and musical selections from
your favourite Broadway performances Friday & Saturday,
April 29th & 30th at 7:00pm in the school theatre. Tickets are $8
for adults and $5 for students and are available at the door, or by
calling the School Office.
RNS Parents’ Guild Art Show & Sale: The 23rd Annual Rothesay
Netherwood School Parents’ Guild Art Show & Sale will be
held on Friday, May 6th from 7:00-9pm and on Saturday, May
7th from 9:00am-4:00pm in the school’s Irving Gymnasium.
Admission is $2 at the door.
For more information on the up-coming events or tickets, please
call the School Office at 847-8224 (Art Show info – artshow@
rns.cc . 829
 volunteer orientation session
Join us for a volunteer orientation session, at the Superstore
on Rothesay Ave (community room) Monday, April 18th from
6:00-7:00pm, specifically geared towards the trapping aspect
of Trap-Neuter-Return and learn all about ca-r-ma – Saint
John and how you can help. Topics will include stray vs. feral,
basic trapping equipment, setting the trap, placing the bait and
targeted trapping.
Junior volunteers must have a parent or guardian present during
the orientation session. Please contact us for more information
carma-angela@hotmail.com or 672-CATS. 636

Kv bantam devils won championship

KV Bantam Devils recently won the Bantam Memorial
Championship 3-2 after the game winning goal was scored 13
seconds into the 2nd OT period, by #13. 222

Front Row: Mitchell Calhoun, Daniel Snider, Colton

Walker, Chris Cox, Brent Scott, Michael Simmie, Ryan
Miller, Matt Ryan, Kyle Gillis
Back Row: Coach Nick Miller, Asst. Coach Jamie Calhoun,
Chris Huddleston, Jeff Clark, Lachlan Glasgow, Connor
Smith, Spencer Bastarache, Ryan Jensen, Brandon Fowler,
Asst. Coach Gary Snider, and Asst. Coach Steve Simmie.
Photo by Stacey Ryan.

PASAGE SAINT JOHN INC

PASAGE Saint John Inc. supports adolescents and children
in making responsible choices regarding substance abuse
and addiction by providing up-to-date information and
education. We provide support to and work with parents,
educators and other community agencies in promoting
awareness and preventing adolescent addictions.
Please call 642-4035 for more information. 612

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SJ-KENNEBECASIS VALLEY NEWCOMERS
If you are a woman new to this area and would like to join
this national organization, e-mail us at sjkvnewcomersclub@
gmail.com. For more information go to our blog at www.
sjkvnewcomers.blogspot.com.
We get together for monthly lunches and coffees, book club,
weekly Bridge, Mahjong, walking, Moms & Tots along with
other interest groups and social get-togethers. Get in touch …
meet other “newcomers” to the greater Saint John area. 600

Country Music Show

The Millstream Rec Council is sponsoring a “Country Music
Show” on Saturday, April 16th at the Millstream Rec Centre
starting at 7:30pm. MC for the evening will be Carmen
McAllister with entertainment by Sherri Lackie, Jeff Green,
Jared Fenwick, Steve Sears, Bob Burgess, Leon Daigle, Darryl
Belding, Stirling Nickerson, Roger McAllister, Mike Whalen,
Nancy & Carrie McAllister.
Admission ($7/person) will go towards purchasing new chairs
for the hall. Everyone is welcome for an evening of great local
entertainment. 821
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
If you want to drink,
That’s your business.
If you want to stop,
That’s ours.
Call Alcoholics Anonymous, 650-3114. Daily
meetings at several locations. 601
FUNDY SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Bowling is offered in two places, and you can go to one or both
the KV lanes on Sundays from 7:00-9:00pm; or whenever we
finish three strings at the Bowlarama (West Saint John) on
Mondays 4:00-6:00pm. The cost is $4.00 for three strings.
Floor Hockey for KV Area will start at the Lakeview Elementary
School on the Pettingill Road, off of Kensington St. It will be on
Tuesday nights at 7:00pm.
Saint John Floor hockey will be at the Carleton Community
Center at 8:00pm on Tuesdays, coached by Ed Lutes and Jeff
Cormier.
Basket Ball will also be offered here on Saturday afternoons
(times have not been announced yet); and swimming is offered
Thursdays 6:30 to 8:30, Saint John High School.
Contact Wayne Crandall 847-7860, Ann Waddell 763-2257,
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 District 6 Science Fair
On Thursday, March 17th School District 6 held
their annual District Science Fair. Schools from
across the district were represented and over
100 students participated in the event. Seventy
projects were judged with eighteen being selected
to represent the district at the upcoming Regional
Science Fair, to be held at UNBSJ on Thursday, April 14th.
Congratulations to all who participated and best of luck to those
students who will be moving along to Regional’s.
District 6 Science Fair Winners 2010-11:
Grade 6: 1st, Evan Boucher & Noah Boucher - Macdonald
Consolidated School, How Clean is Your Air?”; 2nd, Kiers-
en Hurley & Juliann Paxiao, Harry Miller Middle School -
“Discovering How Acid Rain Will Affect Plant Growth”; 3rd.
Kendra Kilpatrick - Quispamsis Middle School, “Dent Ou
N’osent”.
Grade 7: 1st, Issac Beliveau - Quispamsis Middle School,
“Pharmacocinetique”; 2nd, Peter Stanford - Harry Miller Middle
School, “Coleur Pour Voir Clairement”; 3rd, Molly Boyle -
Rothesay Park Middle School, “Bundle Up”.
Grade 8: 1st, Thomas Ryan - Quispamsis Middle School, “Robot
Arm”; 2nd, Andrew LeBlanc & Joshua Bennett - Harry Miller
Middle School, “Bois-Tu le Bon Jus D’Orange”; 3rd, Ashley
Henderson - Hampton Middle School, “Will The Type of Water
Given To A Seedling Affect Growth?”.
Grade 9: 1st, Kenny Otis - Sussex Regional High School, “Lie To
Me”; 2nd, Leah Holah - Kennebecasis Valley High School, “Hold
The Salt”; 3rd, Amber Taylor - Sussex Regional High School,
“Creatures On Your Counter”.
Grade 10: 1st, Cale MacLennan & Nolan Graham - Sussex
Regional High School, “The Coil Gun Experiment”; 2nd, - Jeremy
Vincent - Sussex Regional High School, “Why Does Ice Cream
Hate Me?”; 3rd, Brandon Moore & Lucas McPhee - Sussex
Regional High School, “Wii Remote Smartboard”.
Grade 12: 1st, - Alyson Brown - Hampton High School,
“Elephant Toothpaste”; 2nd - Jeff Cummings & Tyler Trecartin
- Hampton High School, “Chemical Equilibrium”; 3rd, Esson
Casey - Hampton High School, “Corn Starch and Water”. 816
Ready, set, ride
The NB Equestrian Association Zone 4 is holding a kick-off for
2011 Equine Sport Season with a clinic at the Hampton Riding
Centre on Saturday, April 16th from 10:00am-4:00pm. All horse
enthusiasts are welcome. There will be a new-to-you tack sale,
demonstrations, speakers, door prizes and more.
The Hampton Riding Centre is located at 560 Lakeside Road
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“A Day in Her Shoes”
Come join us and our special guest speaker, Valerie Pringle, as
we kick off Mental Health Week with A Day in Her Shoes to be
held in the Market Square Atrium on Wednesday, May 4th at
6:00pm. The evening promises to be a fun filled event offering
a message of hope, recovery, and quality of life. Spring fashions
will be on display and models will entertain with a stunning
array of footwear. The fabulous restaurants of Market Square
will be offering wine and hors d’oeuvres and there will be great
shoes and items up for silent auction. A raffle draw will have
one lucky winner going on a round trip for two to Ottawa or
Toronto.
A Day in Her Shoes was designed to shed light on the
importance of good mental health while discussing the
stigma still attached to mental illnesses. “I am happy I am to be
coming back to Saint John and speaking about
the topic I feel is most urgent and important” says Valerie
Pringle. She will speak about her daughter’s personal struggles
with anxiety and panic attacks and how she has made a personal
commitment to bringing awareness to mental health issues.
Tickets are available at Canadian Mental Health Association
office located on the 15th floor of City Hall, Manchester Shoe
Salon and Market Square administration office. For ticket
information on A Day in Her Shoes please contact us at 633-
1705, or cmha@nb.aibn.com.
A Day in Her Shoes is proudly sponsored by the Province of
New Brunswick, MindCare New Brunswick, 97.3
the Wave, Market Square, Manchester Shoe Salon, Wyndham
Worldwide and Porter Airlines. 625

Fitness Course at the Saint John Y

A Basic Theory Course toward the Fitness Leader Certification
Program will be held at the Saint John Y on two consecutive
weekends; April 29th-30th and May 6th-7th. The course will
run on Friday evening from 5:30-8:30 pm and Saturday from
9:00am-5:00pm and will cover leadership training, healthy
lifestyle strategies, nutrition, training, exercise design and much
more.
For additional information or to register for the course call the
Saint John Y at 693-YMCA. 621

DISTRICT 6 D.E.C. MEETING

School District 6 District Education Council will hold its
monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 13th at Apohaqui
Elementary School (23 Foster Avenue West, Apohaqui). The
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 Donation to KV Food basket
Jim Herrington, President of the Quispamsis Island View Lions
recently presented a donation of $500 to the KV Food Bank.
Receiving the cheque on behalf of the Food Bank is Jackie
Gilliland. 226

St. Paul’s Spring Fundraiser

The popular Spring Fundraiser - Dessert & Card Party - will be
held at St. Paul’s in Rothesay on Thursday, April 28th from 1:00-
4:00pm. Tickets $10 a person with all proceeds going to local
and outreach projects.
Phone the church office 847-1812 or Cassie 849-1051 to reserve
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UCW ANNUAL SPRING

LUNCHEON
This year’s Spring Violet Tea will take
place at Hampton United Church on
Saturday, April 30th, from 11:00am until
1:00pm. Enjoy a variety of scrumptious
sandwiches and your choice of decadent,
delicious desserts. A quilt display and a
Second Time Around Jewellery Sale will
add to your enjoyment.
Tickets will be on sale at the door at
$7/adults, $3/children ages 4 to 6, no
charge for pre-schoolers. Take-outs will
be available.
Hampton United is at 24 Robb Court,
off Keirstead Avenue. This annual event
is a project of the Hampton UCW, with
proceeds used to support the group’s
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VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM
Each spring, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) trains
volunteers to be able to prepare income tax returns for the
current or prior years, using a CRA-approved computer software
program. Single clients with income under $25,000 a year, or
couples under $35,000, can have their basic tax returns prepared
and filed electronically free of charge.
This year for the first time a clinic will operate in Rothesay
to serve residents of the Kennebecasis Valley. It will be at St.
Paul’s Parish Centre on the Rothesay Common on Tuesdays
from until April 19th from 9:00am-12:00noon and 1:00-3:00pm.
No appointments are necessary; service is on a first-come first-
served basis. Clients can, if they wish, fill in an information
sheet and leave their returns for completion later.
Further information on the CVITP (Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program) is available on the CRA website: www.
cra-arc.gc.ca , or from the local Tax Services Office at 636-4961.
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Fundy paddlers
Come out and enjoy 2011
on the water - check out
Fundy Paddlers Club at
fundypaddlersclubinc.
com. Training, tripping
and meetings with fellow
paddlers. The Club meets at
7:00pm every second Monday of the month at the Hammond
River Angling Association. 403
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Annual clothing sale at st. David’s
A sale of “early new” spring and summer clothing will be held at
Saint David’s United Church (7 Gondola Point Road, Rothesay)
on Friday, April 29th from 4:00-8:00pm and Saturday, April
30th from 9:00am-12:00noon. In addition to clothing there will
also be toys and baby equipment for sale.
Proceeds from the sale will be used by the Outreach Committee
for local and international projects such as the KV Food Bank,
Romero House, Stephen Lewis Foundation and Doctors
Without Borders. 412
C.F.U.W. meeting
The Saint John Chapter of the Canadian Federation of University
Writers will be holding their next regular monthly meeting on
Monday, April 18th 7:00pm at the Royal Canadian Legion,
Branch #69. The topic for the evening will be “Stories from the
Past” with speakers Jude Carson and Gretchen Kelbaugh.
All are welcome. 623
SEXUAL ABUSE SURVIVORS SUPPORT
The Saint John support group for Adult Survivors of Childhood
Sexual Abuse (anonymity respected) meets on Saturdays
from11:30am-12:30noon and Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm at
the Community Health Centre (130 Bayard Drive, next to St.
Joseph’s Hospital). We define this abuse as a sexual encounter
initiated by a family member or extended family member that
damaged the child. By ‘extended family’ we mean an aunt, uncle,
in-law, step-parent, cousin, friend of the family, teacher, coach,
another child, clergy or anyone that betrayed the child’s trust.
For more information please call Ron McCann at 650-9985
or email braveandstrong95@yahoo.ca; or Elsie McGraw at
mcgrame@nb.sympatico.ca. 614
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SAINT JOHN TOASTMASTERS
The Saint John Toastmasters meet every Monday evening,
8:00pm, at Trinity Anglican Church (115 Charlotte St, Saint
John). Learn public speaking and leadership skills in a
supportive environment using a proven self-paced program.
Guests welcome any time.
Call 693-2019 for more information; saintjohn.freetoasthost.
org. 606
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Fundy Paddlers Club 2010AGM Report
A brief note from the Fundy Paddling Club Inc Annual General
Meeting which was held on February 21st, 2011.
2010 paddling trips began with the New Year’s Day paddle with
six members braving the cold and snow to paddle the Marshes
at the Irving Nature Park in Saint John. Trips were planned for
most weekends from early April until late October. Some of
these trips were joint paddles with other clubs, notably with the
River Runners from Moncton; we were encouraged by these
trips and are planning for more this year. Highlights of last year’s
paddles include a trip down the Pollett River lead by members
from River Runners Club; and a trip through the Reversing Falls
on Canada Day. Some of our trips have become yearly events,
like the Fiddler’s on the Tobique Bloat near Plaster Rock and the
paddle to Caton Island the site of the first European settlement
in Canada in 1611. A very interesting paddling schedule has
already been drawn up for 2011.
Training remains a big part of the FPC. To this end we have
offered a subsidy to members who took approved Paddle Canada
courses both in canoe and kayak. In house training included
preparing a cold weather pack, map & compass, first aid and
other training as requested by our members. Another activity
that remains, a favourite, is Paddle making with members
making eight new paddles last year.
FPC members extended their outreach to include members
and guests of Read Saint John. FPC members took them, many
who are new Canadians, for a paddle on the Hammond River.
We again hosted a group from Key Industries for a paddle and
BBQ as well.
Membership stood at 76 members for 2010. AT the AGM
meeting we had an election of officers. The Executive for 2011
is: President – Eric McCumber (new); Registrar – Carolyn Moore
(new); Treasurer – Chris Burpee (new); Secretary – Jean Peters;
Equipment Co-ordinator – B. Laura Mazerolle; Training Co-
ordinator – Peter Foss; Communications – Janet Hunt & Denis
Hunt; Vice President – Evan Young.
On a sad note, we recently lost one of our members. Al
McDougall was a quiet man who was always ready to paddle.
He will be missed.
FPC Inc meets every second Monday 7:00pm at the Hammond
River Angling Assoc building (10 Porter
Road, Nauwigewauk). For more info check
out our website at fundypaddlersclubinc.
com.
Submitted by Maurice Pigeon, Past
President FPC. 411
ADULT VOLLEYBALL
Adult volleyball ($3.00/person) will be held
every Wednesday evening (September-
June) from 8:00-10:00pm at the Rothesay
Park Middle School.
For more information contact Susan at
635-8830. Please note that if schools are
closed/cancelled during the day, volleyball
will also be cancelled. 217
ADULT BADMINTON IN KV
There will be Adult Badminton on Monday
& Thursday from 7:00-9:00pm at the
KVHS. A fun evening of badminton for $2
(shuttles included). For more information
contact 849-2665. 213
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 Saint John Y Open House Events Midget “c” hockey champs
Open House events are being held at the Saint John Y The KV Canadians captured the Southern New Brunswick
Community Centres on Wednesday, April 27th from 6:00- Midget ‘C’ Minor Hockey Championship with a 4-2 win over
8:00pm. The Millidgeville Community Centre, Forest Glen the Saint John Senators. 225
Community Centre and the Qplex will be open to the public.
This is a great opportunity to learn about Y Programs, meet Y
staff and tour the facilities.
There are over 50 different Day Camps being offered by the
Y this summer. The staff will answer questions regarding the
camps and other programs offered at the community centres.
Day Camp and Camp Glenburn brochures will be available.
For additional information contact the Saint John Y at 693-
YMCA. 635

IRISH MUSIC NIGHT

Are you interested in Irish traditional music? Comhaltas
Ceoltoiri Eireann (just say “COAL-tis”) is an international
nonprofit group dedicated to the preservation of Irish music and
culture. The Saint John branch meets every Tuesday, 7:00pm
at O’Leary’s Pub (46 Princess St., Saint John) to play Irish
traditional music, sing songs, and generally have a good time.
Do you play a traditional acoustic instrument? Bring it along!
Musicians of all levels are welcome. Don’t play an instrument?
No problem! Everyone’s welcome to join in the fun. See you
there!
Our website is www.comhaltas.ca and the main Comhaltas
website is www.comhaltas.ie. 802
V.o.n. wellness clinic
There will be a free VON Wellness Clinic held
(l-r) Front Row: Josh Northrup, Jordan Munn, Christian Dupuis, on Thursday April 21st from 10:30am-2:30pm
Callum Stewart, Lee Wilson, Patrick Gogan, Spencer Reynolds, at the Kingston Parish Hall. Drop in for free
Francis Lee. blood Pressure, blood sugar, and total cholesterol
Back Row: Head Coach – Dell Watson, Logan Slade, Mitchell monitoring.
Alexander, Michael Flood, Alex Dobbin, Ryan Ross, Daniel Please call 635-1530 for more Information. 828
Flood, Jeff Bouchie, Patrick Rogers, Asst Coach – Harry Stewart,
Asst Coach – Dwight Northrup. Missing from photo: Brittannie
Watson.
KV WESLEYAN - FITNESS CLASSES ST. JAMES THE LESS ACW
Ladies Community Fitness classes are held Monday-Friday The St. James the Less ACW meets for quilting every Thursday
from 8:45-9:45am at Kings Valley Wesleyan. 215 from 1:00-4:00pm. For more information contact 847-3268. 211

Gospel concert fundraiser

There will be a Gospel Concert in support of
the Saint John Baptist Hospital Chaplaincy at
Kennebecasis Baptist Church (383 Hampton
Road, Quispamsis) on Friday, May 13th
at 7:30pm. The evening will feature the
Kennebecasis Baptist Church Worship Team;
Male Quartet with Harry Cross, Charlie
Denton, Bob Poley and Innes McCready;
Harry Brittain on the Sax and Dave Corkum
on the Musical Saw. Light refreshments will
be served.
A freewill offering will be received for the ministry of the
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 M.A.D.D. – Candlelight Vigil
MADD Saint John & Area Chapter recently held their 5th annual
Candlelight Vigil, “Hope & Remembrance” at Brenan’s Bay View
Chapel. Family and friends gathered to honour those whose
lives are forever gone or forever changed by impaired driving.
Once again this year, even more candles were lit by the honour
guard of the Saint John Police Department while Sgt. Evan Scott
of the Rothesay Regional Police Department and past National
President Karen Dunham read the families tributes.
The current chapter President, Rick McNulty, spoke to the
reality of the statistics, in Canada, on average, four people are
killed and 190 are injured each day due to impaired driving
crashes.
Atlantic Canada’s Chapter Services Manager also spoke to the
stats stating that in the last 30 years, there really has been no
change. “I can’t go back in time and change what happened,
none of us can, but we can go forward being more educated on
the dangers of impaired driving.”
For more information on MADD Saint John& Area Chapter,
please call at 672-6188 or on our website, www.madd.ca/
saintjohn. 619
(L-r): Chaplain Peter Gillies, Rothesay Regional Police; Sgt.
Evan Scott, Rothesay Regional Police; Cst. Darren Milburn;
Cst. Nick Roy; Cst.Corey Dunham RCMP; Cst. Tom Clayton;
Cst. Chris Flemming; Sgt. Jeff LaFrance.
COMMUNITY ADULT LEARNING PROGRAM
Free classes in Math & English, lower levels up to GED. Small
classes, mornings or afternoons, Monday-Friday. Start at your
own skill level, work at your own pace. The program will take
place at the Carleton Community Centre.
Call Jim Burns for more info at 658- 2815. 610
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SJHS Musical
The Saint John High School will be presenting the musical
“Joseph and The Amazing Technic Colour Dreamcoat” on April
14th, 15th & 16th with curtain time at 8:00pm in the Dennis Knibb
Theatre. The story is based on the Biblical story of Joseph, fund
in the Book of Genesis. It is set in a frame in which a narrator
is telling a story (sometimes to children, encouraging them to
dream). She then tells the story of Joseph, another dreamer
(“Prologue,” “Any Dream Will Do”). 615
Mother’s Day Tea & Bazaar
The Parish of Hammond River ACW are sponsoring the annual
Mother’s Day Tea & Bazaar at Holy Trinity Anglican Church
(Hammond River) on Saturday, May 7th from 1:00 to 3:00pm.
Tea tickets - $3/adults, or free admission for crafts, home
cooking and New To You Table. All are welcome. 410
MARCO POLO QUILTERS’ GUILD
Join us at St. Columba, Managwagonish Road first Wednesday
of every month from 7:00-9:00pm and every Thursday from
10:00am-2:00pm. Come and enjoy the fellowship of quilting. AL-ANON/ALATEEN HELP
Bring a friend, enjoy the programs learn a most enjoyable and
time-honoured skill.
For further information contact: Sandra Betts 672-4636,
sgbetts@nbnet.nb.ca; or Norah Sullivan-O’Toole 674-1639,
norahsullivan@hotmail.com. 613
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Purple stole vigil
The Catholic Network for Women’s Equality mission statement
calls us to enable women to name their giftedness and from
that awareness to effect structural change in the church that
reflects the mutuality and co responsibility of women and men
within that church, CNWE (Catholic Network for Women’s
Equality) invites all women and men of the Roman Catholic
Diocese of Saint John to join them in respectful silence at the
Purple Stole Vigil.
We wear purple, the color of reconciliation, to stress the need
for change of heart on the part of the institutional church to its
oppressed women. We wear a stole as a symbol of our dignity
as baptized Christians called to ministry. We walk in protest,
in silence, in prayer, confident that Christ walks with each and
all of us; clergy and faithful women and men. We pray that in
Him we may begin to walk together in the way of justice.
Please join us at the Vigil on Tuesday April 19th at 5:30pm in
front of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Waterloo
Street, Saint John. Following the vigil we will proceed into the
Cathedral to attend the Chrism Mass. 834
If your home is unhappy because someone drinks
too much we can help you. Al-Anon/Alateen
family group - www.alanon.alateen.org. Message
manager number 634-8779.
All information is strictly anonymous. 809
 Rothesay-kings rotary
The Rothesay-Kings Rotary Club is proud of its history as a
sponsor of the Rotary Girls Choir for over 20 years. The choir was
started in 1989 by Dr. Kevin Langford, who was teaching music
at Quispamsis Elementary School at the time, and Dr. Langford
has been directing the choir ever since. The choir provides an
opportunity for some 36 girls to develop their musical talents
and abilities, and the choir has been present at many festivals
and special occasions. This summer, for instance, the choir has
been invited to sing at Disney World in Orlando, a week long
event centered around Canada Day on July 1st.
Recently, members of the Rothesay-Kings Rotary Club
witnessed the presentation of a cheque to the choir, affirming
the club’s long-standing commitment to the youth of the
Kennebecasis Valley and to the musical excellence nurtured by
Dr. Langford.
The members of Rothesay-Kings Rotary Club wish the girls of
the Rotary Girls Choir every success in Orlando and hope that
every one of them will return with fond memories of their once-
in-a-lifetime experience singing at Disney World. 204

Sussex Class of ‘86 Reunion

The Class of 1986 Reunion Committee for Sussex Regional
High School is planning a 25th Reunion for this summer. We are
currently seeking the email and/or mailing addresses of all 1986
graduates. If you are on Facebook, please join the Facebook
Group called “SRHS Class of ‘86 Reunion” and add anyone from
your friends list who also graduated with us.
If not on Facebook, contact Monique (de Winter) Gulliver
at 847-2343 or gulliver5@rogers.com with your contact
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 Easter at the Zoo
All day: Safari Hunt, chocolate bunnies
for each child on Sunday, April 24th
- Easter Sunday at the Cherry Brook
Zoo. There will also be a Kid’s Gift
Draw (value of $100). Volunteers meet
you with some of the hooved animals.
Special arrival of the Easter Bunny and face painting from 1:00-
3:00pm.
Cherry Brook Zoo Volunteer Recruitment: Saturday April 30th
at 4:00pm in the Zoo Safari Room, learn how volunteer work
helps your local zoo and its animals. Volunteers are ages 16 –
seniors.
For more information call the Zoo at 634-1440. 844

Historical Society Meeting

The next meeting of the Kings County Historical & Archival
Society, Inc., will be held on Saturday, April 23rd, at the Central
Kings Recreation Centre (110 Titusville Road in Titusville),
starting at 2:00pm. Members are invited to bring their oldest
treasure (excluding their spouse) for a Show & Tell.
All are welcome to attend. 845

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION #62

1356 Rte 845, Clifton Royal NB, E5S 2B9, Phone 763-
2009
Mondays - Legion meeting the first Monday of
each month, new members welcomed (anyone may
become a member), membership not a requirement
to be a volunteer.
Sundays - 7:30pm, Cribbage. For more information
contact Joe Stack at 763-2959.
Sunday, April 24th – 10:00am-1:00pm, Easter Brunch. The menu
includes: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, home
baked beans, toast, coffee/tea, juice. Cost for the Brunch is
$6.50/person, $3/children under 6. Everyone welcome.
Peninsula Pearls meet the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month
at 12:00noon for lunch. New members welcomed - if interested
call Claudia Small 763-2587.
To reserve the Hall call Doreen Stack at 763-2959 and/or
Meaghan Hickey at 763-2665, or e-mail meg.hickey.hare@live.
com. 406

RCL #53 JERVIS BAY

1016 Bayside Drive Dr E
Sundays – 1:00pm, 25cent Bingo, 50/50 draw & canteen.
Mondays - 7:30pm, Cribbage.
Thursdays – 7:00pm, 25cent Bingo, 50/50 draw & canteen
Saturdays – 2:00pm, Mixed Money Darts.
For more info on other activities at the Jervis Bay Legion please
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 Bowl for kid’s sake
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John knows that “A Change
of Shoes Can Change a Life” and is launching this year’s J.D.
Irving, Limited Bowl for Kids Sake campaign. With a local
“Hollywood – Red Carpet” theme, we are thrilled to announce
the appointment of the Honourable Trevor Holder, Minister of
Tourism and Parks and Minister of Wellness, Culture and Sport
as the Honorary Chairperson of the 2011 Bowl for Kids Sake
campaign
Bowl for Kids Sake is a major fundraiser held across Canada
supporting Big Brother Big Sister agencies. Teams of individuals,
businesses, families and organizations collect pledges and bowl
during the campaign. This year’s event will be held on Saturday,
April 16th and Wednesday, April 27th with a goal of $120,000
As an added feature this year, we are offering teams an
opportunity to bowl right in their own workplace with a lunch-
time bowl using the Nintendo Wii bowling game. This provides
an added dimension to the actual bowl event itself, which is a
fun-filled family event. Prizes will be awarded based on dollars
raised and other fun bowling and trivia challenges. More will be
announced over the next couple of weeks.
For more information call 635-1145 or visit www.
bowlforkidssake.ca. 630
Villa Foundation- Spring Dinner
Saturday, May 7th will mark a major milestone for the Loch
Lomond Villa Foundation - its 10th Annual Spring Fundraising
Dinner & Auction in support of the Villa’s ongoing commitment
to adults challenged by age or disability.
As a not-for-profit organization, Loch Lomond Villa currently
provides safe housing and various levels of care to more than
475 members of our community - with exciting expansion plans
to enable the Villa to serve 54 additional residents by 2016.
The evening will feature a three-course lobster dinner (beef
tenderloin alternate), entertainment by Tim Maloney, live and
silent auctions, and an eliminator draw for one week at Samoset
Resort in Rockport, Maine. Dress is casual, in keeping with the
event’s nautical theme: “Cruisin’ into the Future - Full Steam
Ahead“.
Tickets for the fundraiser, which is being held at the Saint
John Trade and Convention Centre, are available by contacting
Loch Lomond Villa at 643-7130. The price is $100/person (a tax
receipt will be issued for a portion of the cost) or a table of eight
may be reserved for $800. 616
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Playwriting Contest Launched
The NotaBle Acts Theatre Company is once again searching for
great plays by New Brunswick writers for its annual province-
wide Playwriting Competition. NotaBle Acts is celebrating
its 10th anniversary in 2011. In that time, the company has
presented over 80 new plays by over 50 different New Brunswick
playwrights at its annual summer theatre festival.
If you’d like to help us add to those numbers and be part of
this year’s special celebrations, we invite submissions in two
separate categories: Our ‘Taking it to the Street’ contest seeks
7-10 minute scripts to be produced in downtown Fredericton.
Four winners will be selected; The second category, ‘Acting Out’
is for submissions of one act plays 30-50 minutes in length. The
two winning scripts in this category will be showcased as part
of the festival’s main stage bill. Runners up will receive public
readings during the festival.
In addition to having their work produced at the festival, On our Cover: Volunteer Awards
all winning playwrights will receive script support from an
National Volunteer Week is held each year in April. For over 20
established New Brunswick playwright. Additionally, winners
years the Town of Quispamsis has hosted an annual event to
of the Taking it to the Street category will receive a prize of $125,
recognize volunteers. This year the Town was pleased to present
while winners of Acting Out will receive a $300 prize plus a awards to the following individuals and groups. 234
one year membership to PARC (Playwrights Atlantic Resource (L-r): Back Row: Mark Brayden and Matthew McQuade, KV
Centre). Firefighters Association; Don McQuinn, Valley Cruisers Car
Writers interested in entering the contest should consult the
Club; Mayor Murray Driscoll; Sean Bentley, Kennebecasis Public
full contest rules and regulations at www.nbacts.com . Questions
Library; JimHerrington, Quispamsis-Islandview Lions Club;
can be directed to Artistic Director, Len Falkenstein, at nbacts@
Dean Mullin, KV Committee for Disabled Persons; and Sandra
unb.ca, or 458-7406. The deadline for entries is April 23rd. 841
Horton, KV Minro Ball Association.
Front Row: Judy Lane, Kings Way Care Centre; Paulette Furey,
Kings Way Care Centre; Melissa Steeves, Rothesay Baptist Church;
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP and Ann Perry, KV Quilting Guild.
The 4thThursday of each month at the Saint John Alzheimer Regretfully Absent: Sandra O’Neil, KV Basketball Association
Society office 152 Westmorland Road, beginning at 7:00pm. 604 and Peter McGinn, St. Mark’s Parish.
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 2011 SHORT STORY AWARD
The Professional Writers Association of Canada–Southwest
New Brunswick chapter (PWAC- SWNB) will provide two $500
awards to Grade 12 students graduating from a high school in
Southwestern New Brunswick this June. To be eligible for the
prize, students must write and submit an original 1,000 to 1,500-
word short story on a topic of his or her choice. The stories will
be read and critiqued by a jury of professional writers from
PWAC- SWNB who then select the top two entrants.
Applications are available at eligible high school guidance
offices as well as on the PWAC-SWNB website www.pwacswnb.
ca under NEWS. The deadline for entries is May 1st. Funding
for the $500 awards is provided by the James Venner Russell
Foundation. 843
YARD SALE – st. luke’s
There will be a Yard Sale held at St. Luke’s Parish Hall (Gondola
Point, 12 Quispamsis Road, Quispamsis) on Saturday, May 7th
from 8:00am-1:00pm. A canteen will be available.
To rent a table call 847-8928. 224
Kennebecasis valley quilting guild
The Members of the Kennebecasis Valley Quilting Guild have
been busy all winter making blocks to be made into quilts for
their current projects. Every month the members have been
taking home pieces of fabric to be sewn into blocks, which
will be made into lap robes and bed quilts. Some will become
small quilts which will be forwarded to Victoria’s Quilts to be
distributed by them to people who have recently been diagnosed
with cancer. These quilts bring comfort during chemotherapy.
This organization is locally headquartered in Moncton. More of
these blocks will become quilts on National Quilt Day when the
ladies spend the day making and finishing quilts which are to be
given to a local home for the elderly. Also small quilts are almost
ready for delivery to the neonatal department at the Regional
Hospital.
Several workshops have been held over the winter which
brought new skills and reviewed skills and happy fellowship was
enjoyed by all the participants.
In many homes quilters are busy making quilts for this year’s
Quilt Show and Sale which will be held September 15th, 16th
& 17th at the Island View Lions Club. Many of the quilts which
will be on display will come from further away as this is a great
venue to show and have quilts judged by experts. This year’ s
theme for the show is ‘Serendipity’ and the members have joined
into groups of four to make a quilt which visually explains this
theme! These should be quite ‘off the wall’. 835
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Why We Do What We Do
It has been nearly eleven years since I left my safe secure (and
boring) government job for the stresses and insecurities of being
a business owner. I have often said to people that if I had any
idea of the complexity of the job I would never have had the
courage. Fortunately, since it all happened within a space of
a single week, I really did not have time to think about what
came after the purchase. As the business has grown, my role
has moved more and more away from the day-to-day operation
and more into the business management. That does take me a
step away from the regular contact with our readers, but every
once in a while we are vividly reminded of why we are in this
business. It is about so much more than making a living.
We recently ran an article submitted by an organization called
Workers 4Wishes who had planned to send an 11 year old
boy fighting cancer to Florida for his March break. The trip
could not take place because of health problems, so alternative
arrangements were made for the family to vacation throughout
New Brunswick instead. A good story about good people doing
good things. Sharing these stories with the community is what
we do. But it is the follow-up that really brings it home. Shortly
after the article ran, we had a phone call here at the office from a
lady who had been touched by the story and the group’s efforts
and wanted to know if she could help.
We don’t always get to see the direct result of the articles we run
in our publications, but when, as with this instance, we do, we are
vividly reminded of why we are “your community connection”.
When we hear from people that their fundraiser was a big
success, that their church supper sold out or lots of volunteers
came forward to make a project happen, we realize what a vital
role we play in connecting people within our communities.
I could have made more money for less effort staying with
that safe secure (and boring) government job, but it would not
have fed my soul like Ossekeag Publishing does. Thank you to
everyone at Ossekeag who has the same passion for doing what
we do. It’s a great way to make a living. 801
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 CHILD CARE
ROTHESAY NURSERY SCHOOL is
taking registration for 2011-2012. Space
available in 3 and 4 year old classes. Call
847-1810, email rothesaynurseryschool@
gmail.com and see our blog at http://
rothesaynurseryschool.blogspot.com.
FIRST WONDERS DAYCARE has
immediate openings for 2-5 year olds.
Government licensed, open 7:30am -
5:30pm. Contact Cindy 849-4106.
CARING, COMPASSIONATE MOTHER
with 23 years experience with children has 2
openings, non-smoker, no pets, small group
of children, overnights can be arranged,
one-on-one attention. Location off Vincent
Road. 849-0665.
EMPLOYMENT
PT WORK FOR FT MOMS. Work for
yourself not by yourself. Free website,
unlimited support, computer required.
www.allkidsmatter.com.
RITE WAY CLEANERS is looking for a
part time employee leading to full time if
wanted. I am looking for a hard working
person who likes to clean, must have own
vehicle and be reliable. Residential cleaning
in Hampton and Rothesay areas. For more
information please call Fallon at 832-3894
or send resume to ritewaycleaners.com.
BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Turn 5-10 hours/
week into $1000.00+/month. Operate a
mini office outlet from your computer,
FREE evaluation. www.yourfreedomoffice.
com.
ENTERTAINMENT
‘C’ COMPANY COUNTRY Jamboree,
Sussex High School April 30, 7:30pm. Book
advance seats for $10 or at the door for $12.
Tickets available at The Source, Gateway
Mall in Sussex 433-3447. Gonna be a great
show, don’t miss it! For more info call
Donna 756-2455.
FIREWOOD
TIRED OF GETTING THE WRONG size
wood? Fire wood cut to specification. Call
Doug 763-3486 or 333-5843.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE, good prices, good
wood, call Ken. 832-4326.
FOR SALE
USED APPLIANCES, 24” electric stoves in
stock, exterior/interior doors, tires (most
sizes), new sky light, used windows, and
household items. 218 Main St. Norton.
839-2628.
VACATION
DO YOU LOVE to vacation on PEI? Love
Yoga? Camping? Beautiful covered deck for
your yoga instruction/practice, 5 minutes
from the beach, July 1 - 10. Call 847-8188
for details.
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PRAYERS SPRING CLEAN UPS/lawn mowing.
PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN Rothesay (Fairvale) area. Call Jim at
(never known to fail). O Most Beautiful 847-7098.
Flower of Mount Carmel. Fruitful Vine, HAUL AWAY of junk cars, trucks, tractors
Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the and farm equipment. Small fee for appliances
Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland
in my Necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me Road, Kingston. 763-2933 or 333-9067.
and show me you are my mother. O Holy VILLAGE UPHOLSTERY &
Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven REFINISHING - Craftsmanship. RV’s, boat
and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the covers, recovering & restyling repairs. HD
bottom of my heart to secure my necessity foam, T-Trailers, caning, seagrass, canvas.
(make request). There are none who can 832-7870.
withstand your power. O Mary conceived DAVE’S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning
without sin, pray for us who have recourse Service, junk, garbage, construction,
to thee (3 times), O Mary, I place this cause demolition, brush, decks, small moving jobs.
in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 7 days a week. Also picking up unwanted
3 consecutive days, then publish it & it will vehicles. 832-3982 or 653-0026.
be granted. MJB.
RICHARD SAUNDERS PLUMBING
SERVICES OFFERED 654-1535.
SCRAP METAL DROP Off site, 187 French WANTED
Village Road. Free to dump wheels, tires, all
appliances, anything that plugs in or runs by WANTED, LAWN TRACTORS, garden
tillers and snow blowers, any condition.
gasoline, oil tanks, furnaces, propane tanks
etc. Fill your junk car up with junk and we will 832-4905.
haul it away for free. Cars will be crushed,
not back on the road, GUARANTEED.
847-3569 or gregbrianboyle@gmail.com.
HENDERSON OVERHEAD DOORS -
Laforge. Sales and services of overhead
doors, operators and weather stripping of
all models. Phone 485-2151.
B. LEMON MASONRY, RESIDENTIAL,
commercial, brick, blocks, stonework,
chimney’s, re-pointing, walkways. Free
estimates call Brent at 847-5126, cell
333-0449.
CASH FOR CARS, trucks, vans,
snowmobiles, 4 wheelers, motorcycles,
trailers, aluminum boats, copper wire, brass
& more, for scrap. 653-0026.
WEDDING OFFICIANT will help plan
unique ceremony, when, where, and how
you wish. Book now for best dates. Janet
847-9833.
BRIAN’S MAINTENANCE & Home Repair,
Carpentry, kitchens, bath, painting, ceramic
tile, electrical etc. Over 20 years experience.
Free estimates. Call Brian 839-2296.
BUYING JUNK CARS, trucks, travel
trailers, motor homes, farm machinery. I
pay you cash. Call 721-4255.
COUNTRY HAIRSTYLING 234 Hammond
River Rd., Quispamsis. Great prices, great
hours. Look forward to seeing you. Sandra
Smith 849-2118.
HERITAGE UPHOLSTERY. Residential,
commercial, recreational, restyling and
customization. Trust your furniture to
the professionals. The most training and
experience in the Kennebecasis. Serving
you for 30 years. Offering project classes.
849-8008.
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