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You may remember my last Ravings about how a simple project like changing tires on an old woods trailer can turn into a nightmare of problems. Of course at your age you may not remember!! I had concluded with the words of wisdom Persistence can even overcome stupidity. So being persistent, I developed my next idea. Cut out the center hub of the wheels that came off the old trailer. Next cut out the center hub of the new wheels to go on the trailer. Finally, weld the old hubs to the newer rims Et Voila. Several hours of cutting and welding and I am ready for the finishing touches. I had removed the tires from my newer rims before doing the welding since I didnt want to have them go up in smoke before my very eyes. And, I also wanted to clean up any rust that was lurking inside that might cause problems. So, on a sunny and hot Saturday morning I am ready. Get tire one partially installed on my modified rim, slip in the new inner tube I had picked up, finish installing tire, start adding air, start cursing as I hear air leaking out, add more air, do more cursing!! Remove tire and tube, find a cut in my new tube and decide to move on to tire two. Steps 1, 2 and 3 are perfect. Start adding air, start watching in dismay as the short valve stem slips back inside the tire, start removing tire but cant break it back down because the air already in the tube is holding it in place. Hot, sweaty and very cranky (I know I sound like the missus), I take a long thin screw driver and puncture the inner tube to release the pressure!! Decide that either a tire or myself is going to explode if I continue and wisely decide to wait for another day. The next day, patch inner tubes, repeat installation procedures, add air, SUCCESS, so simple!! Mounting the rims on the old trailer went pretty smoothly and there they are, painted a fire engine red, they look wonderful!! Now, I will be very surprised if my welding efforts happen to let go!! Indeed, depending on where and when the welds fail, I may be more than surprised!! Caution Please!! DO NOT make these modifications to your family van!! Do NOT modify the rims of Aunt Lizzies 1967 Valiant, no matter how cool it would look with 20 tires!! 800

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In support of Ca-r-ma.org there will be a BBQ/Adopt-a-Thon on Saturday, August 6th 11:00am5:00pm at Shur-Gain Feeds N Needs, 354 Rothesay Ave. Saint John. We currently have 30 cats/kittens in foster care waiting on their FURever homes. If youve ever thought about adopting a cat or kitten, now is the time! Volunteers will show you kittens and a photographer will send you an email with a photo of you and your new fur friend! There will also be a BBQ, so while youre there, grab something off the grill. See you there! 806

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The 24th annual Greer Reunion will be held on (please note date change) Sunday, August 14th at the Community Hall, Main Street in St. Martins, starting at 1:00pm. A potluck dinner will be held at 4:00pm. Come bring your family and meet your kinfolk. This year we will be having a brown bag auction. We encourage each family to bring an item wrapped in a brown bag for the auction. For more information please contact anyone of the following: Newman Greer (506) 847-8217; John Greer (506) 847-1537; Pat Seeds (506) 757-2983; Don Crawford (506) 849-1125; David Greer (506) 847-5409. 846

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Descendants of the late Joseph and Anna (Lydecker) Folkins will hold a family reunion on Saturday, August 6th from 10:00am10:00pm; and Sunday, August 7th from 9:00am-4:30pm at the Berwick United Church and Community Centre. All family members are invited to attend. A catered supper (adults $10.00, children $5.00) will be provided on Saturday. A potluck luncheon will be held on Sunday, donated food items would be appreciated. 810

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The Mill Cove Nursing Home Foundation are hosting a salmon dinner & seasonal desserts dinner on Saturday, August 6th as part of the life at the lakes weekend celebration. The dinner will be held at the Cambridge-Narrows Municipal Building from 4:30-6:00pm. Cost for the supper is $20/person and children under 12 eat for free. For tickets contact: Ron Lindala at 362-1019 (h) or 261-9328 (c). 816

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One of the most satisfying jobs in the garden is that of dead heading, with the profusion of blooms that we are now enjoying it becomes a vital act if the pleasure is to continue. All annuals and a great many perennials benefit from having the dead flower heads removed as soon as possible after their demise, a pair of sharp scissors usually suffices, though secateurs might be best for lilacs and woody bushes. The goal of a blooming plant is not, as we might fondly assume, to give us great joy, but to ensure the survival of the species. Clearly, if the plant is thwarted by having the potential seed decapitated before fully formed, it will need to keep on producing flowers, ever hopeful of an outcome of ripe fruit; thus extending the blooming period beyond the time that an untended plant would bloom. Roses require the spent bloom to be cut off just above the next leaf junction to produce new buds, though there are many that will continue to bloom until after the first frost. Those that are not repeat bloomers can be left to produce rose hips, great for a really beneficial and tasty jelly, or simply to leave for birds to eat over the unmentionable season to come! Lilac bushes do seem to benefit from having their spent flowers removed and its a good practice to prune the bushes at the same time; however great care needs to be taken before pruning any bushes until after the birds have raised their families, intentional observation regarding bird activity is essential if we are to maintain the wonderful diversity of bird life that we are blessed with. Not only are our feathered friends a joy to hear and to see, but they provide quite the best method of insect control that its possible to get, non-toxic and totally without cost, seems that we have the best of all possible worlds. While on that subject, its a good practice to cut down any undergrowth from below bird feeders, clear ground or mowed vegetation, have a double advantage of allowing a great view of the show and reducing the hiding places for marauding felines. This article started with the concept that dead heading is one of the most satisfying gardening experiences. It provides an opportunity to be really grateful for the beauty that surrounds us, so often taken for granted, with each snip of the cutters a prayer of thanks can be offered, and a joy remembered; save up the images of the glorious blossoms in your mind to re visit during the unmentionable season. 805

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Harmony Inc., association of women barbershop singing held its Area 1 Competition recently in Sackville, NB. Area 1 consists of choruses and quartets from Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Congratulations to the Sea Belles chorus of Saint John for placing 1st in the Presentation category which includes visual effect of chorus, expression, choreography and interpretation of music, and 2nd place overall in the contest. Sea Belles have now qualified for the International Contest and Convention (IC&C) for Harmony Inc. being held in Hershey, Pennsylvania in November. Also qualifying for IC&C was Sea Belles quartet Nova Quattro which includes Marilyn Hickman, Joanne Conrad, Irene Goddard and Linda Oliver, placing 5th overall among other quartets. Sea Belles newest quartet In Touch which includes Pat Davis, Sue Ingraham, Bernice Blake- Dibblee and Bonnie Murray, received the award for Highest Ranking Novice Quartet. Sea Belles invites the public to attend Together In Harmony, a musical concert featuring the Men of Fundy as well as Sea Belles Chorus, being held at Saint John High School, Sunday, october 23rd at 2:00pm. Tickets are $15/adults, $10/children under 12 years, and are available from any Sea Belle or Men of Fundy. Sea Belles meets every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm at Forest Hills Elementary School beginning September 6th. 615 There will be a reunion for descendents of Lemuel & Augusta Lackie on Sunday, August 7th at the Lackie Camp (Carsonville Road, Mt. Hebron). There will be contests and games for children and adults. Pot luck meal at 4:00pm. Rain date if necessary will be Sunday, August 14th. 838

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Mondays - 7:30pm, Auction 45 Card Party - all welcome. Please call Jean Poirier at 672-5843 for further information. Tuesdays 1:00pm, Merry Makers Seniors Group - come join us for cards and socializing. For more information contact Mrs. Reid at 672-4581. Facility Rentals: Please contact the Centre at 672-2400 for rental inquiries. The facility offers wheelchair accessible space and plenty of room for showers, parties and meetings. The upper level is also available for long or short term rental and would be ideal for crafting/ scrap booking workshops, seminars, classroom instruction, etc. The MerryMakers Seniors Group, which meets on Tuesdays at 1:00pm, has finished for the summer. Please contact Mrs. Reid at 672-4581 for additional information about the group and when the club will resume their meetings. 714

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Whats been going on the past 25 years? Meet your fellow grads August 5th-6th. Dinner cruise on Friday, family BBQ and games Saturday, beach party Saturday night. Register online at website sites.google.com/site/kvhs86reunion or email kvhs86@yahoo. ca. Check us out on Facebook under kvhs86 or call Lisa 8479610. Send us your contact info even if you cant attend the reunion.
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All descendants of Daniel & Elizabeth (Disbrow) Keith are invited to attend the annual Family Reunion on Saturday, August 6th at the Havelock Memorial Hall. Registration will be at 1:00pm and a Memorial Service at 2:00, followed by the business meeting. Please remember to bring an item for the Silent Auction and a dish to share for the Pot Luck supper. For further information call S. Carter (sherrillc@rogers.com) or call 506-853-7719. 815

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Curated and operated by Brian Cleveland of UNBSJ Campus Radio, The Somerset Film series features a variety of classic and foreign films every Monday evening (8:00pm) at the Somerset, 229 Churchill Blvd in Saint John. Films are shown in DVD format and are projected on a ten foot screen and admission is free. We have been offering this series for several years and it remains a very popular offering. Seeing a classic film in our casual setting makes for a nice evening out. Stephen Tobias. Upcoming films include: August 8th - The Shawshank Redemption Dir: Frank Darabont (1994); August 15th - Young Frankenstein Dir: Mel Brooks (1974); August 22nd - Fargo Dir: Joel Cohn (1996). To confirm times & showings please call 674-1667. 619

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The Kings County Historical Society will be joining with Christ Church in Bloomfield as they celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the landmark yellow and brown church. The following is an update of what is planned for the Saturday, August 13th day of celebrating local history in Bloomfield. Events from 1:00-4:00pm will include: a genealogy workshop (in the church basement); a display of photos and artifacts in the Church Hall; a visit to the Barn in Bloomfield (for those interested); tickets for sale on a quilt donated to the Society by Janet Cunningham, to use as a fundraiser. The Christ Church ACW will be holding a Lobster Roll supper from 4:00-5:00pm and tickets ($10 each) will be available during the afternoon events, as well as Memberships to the Kings County Historical Society. Rev. Rob Marsh will be offering prayers and hymns in a service at Christ Church starting at 5:00pm. Following the supper there will be a Ghost Walk in the Big Rock and Christ Church Cemeteries; a lot of history waiting to be shared.
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Recently the staff of Vogue Optical - Westmorland Place kicked off the walk by selling items donated by themselves and customers at Rhodas Flea Market with all proceeds going to the Saint John Chapter Parkinson SuperWalk. On Sunday, September 11th the Saint John Parkinson Chapter will be hosting their annual Parkinson SuperWalk which will be held at the One Market Square, starting at 1:00pm. You can download forms, sign up online at www.parkinsonsuperwalk. ca or pick up forms at any Vogue Optical location in Saint John. For more info contact Dorilla or Merv at 696-7781, mervcormier@hotmail.com. 616

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(l-r): Colleen Nobles (Optician), Sharon Garnett (Manager/ Optician), Jacqueline Burbridge (sales consultant) and Sam Waters (lab technician) Missing from photo, Ed Pardy and Danielle McAllister.

10th Anniversary Year bring your instruments for lots of fiddling, singing and fun at the Frances Smith Memorial Hall (Long Reach, Rte 845 Kingston). Admission $5 at the door for church and hall repairs. Light refreshments. Kitchen party dates for this year: August 12th change of venue for this date only - Moss Glen Legion Branch #62 (special guests Ivan & Vivian Hicks), August 26th (special guests the Sherman Family from Connecticut) and September 9th. For more information please contact: Sylvia 386-4601 or 7633393; Fraser - 763-2559. 843

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The Award of Distinction recognizes the contribution of an individual or group to the prevention of child abuse. Nominees should: Demonstrate strong commitment to the field of child abuse through individual or team effort; Have participated significantly in enabling the system to deal effectively with child abuse; Have made recognized contributions to the education of professionals working in the field of child abuse; Have been directly involved in raising the awareness of the public about identification, treatment, and prevention of child abuse. If you know an individual or group who deserves this Award, please submit the names along with a detailed letter in support of your nomination to: C.E. (Butch) Cogswell, Dr. David Stephen Memorial Foundation, 2 Anoka Lane, Rothesay, NB E2E 3P5; or email ddsmf2011@gmail.com. The deadline for nominations is Monday, August 15th. Please include your contact details for follow up questions. For more information: Karen Speight, Treasurer at 650-2053 or ddsmf2011@ gmail.com. 625

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Over the course of two days we invite you to experience life in the area and attend a wide range of activities that are certain to satisfy everyone in your family at Life at the Lakes on August 6th & 7th at Cambridge-Narrows. For a full schedule of events visit our website at www.w-rcc.ca. See you then! 845 Do you like to play cards? A Seniors card group meets on Mondays from 1:00-4:00pm at Market Place Wellness Centre (basement of the Carleton Community Centre, come in the glass doors on the parking lot level). Cash prizes, lunch and 50/50 draw. Just drop in! If you have any questions, please call 674-4335. 717

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Growing as a community together Market Place Wellness Center is a community wellness center that is located in the Carelton Community Center on the citys west side. It is designed to promote the health and wellness of the residents of the west side. We offer a wide variety of programs (most of which are free) and new programs are always in the works stop by and see us if you have any questions or call 674-4335. Well Baby Clinic free Walk-in Clinic for moms and children under the age of two. Public Health nurses are here to weigh the babies, answer questions and help with any concerns parents may have. They are here the second Tuesday and fourth Friday of each month from 9:00-11:00am. -Specimen Collection - Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7:30am-2:30pm by appointment only, please call 648-6681. -Food Bank - Tuesdays & Fridays 1:003:00pm. -Anti-Coagulant Clinic - Tuesday mornings by appointment. -Diabetes Education - call for appointment 632-5699. -Food Purchase Club - clients pay for fresh bag of produce 674-4335 for information. -Monthly FootCare Clinic. -Smoking Cessation Program - call for appointment 674-4335. -Onsite Pharmacist - Tuesday mornings. -Social Development Representation Tuesday afternoons. -Saint John Food Purchasing Club - please call 674-4335 for details. 720

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Relatives of Norman and Frances (Orr) Goddard are invited to attend the family reunion at the Millstream Rec Centre in Berwick on Saturday, August 27th. Festivities begin at 1:00pm and include: Kids games at 1:30; registration for car rally and more kids games from 1:30-2:15pm. Please bring your pictures and stories! A potluck supper will be served at 5:00pm. There will be a small fee of $5/person with children under 12 free (to help cover expenses). For inquiries please contact Jeanette at 433-3347. 841

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The British Home Children and/or their descendants, and any other interested persons, are invited to join us for the 31st Annual Reunion of the Middlemore Atlantic Society. The reunion will be held at St. Johns Anglican Church Hall, 75 Main Street, Fredericton North on Saturday, September 17th. Registration begins at 9:00am with a meet and greet until 10:00am at which time the program will begin. Registration is $20/person (pre-paid) which includes the coffee break and lunch. To pre-register or for more information contact: Connie Jeffrey,- email: hjeffrey@nb.sympatico.ca; mailing address: 30 Carol Avenue, Fredericton, NB E3A 1K2; phone 457-6275. 840

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The VON (Victorian Order of Nurses) Saint John is pleased to announce that we will be holding another free Wellness Clinic in Grand Bay-Westfield at the Guardian Drug Store (River Valley Drive) on Monday August 15th from 11:00am-3:00pm. Drop in for a free blood pressure, blood sugar and total cholesterol monitoring. For more information contact the VON office at 635-1530.

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Helping women with cancer - Look Good Feel Better free workshops help women deal with the appearance-related sideeffects of their illness. Find support - lift your spirits - gain confidence! Join us in Saint John the 3rd Monday of every month from 1:303:30 in the Oncology Conference room. Registration required - contact Tina at 648-6885. 807

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This photo of a grey squirrel was taken at the Cherry Brook Zoo. A Plume Family Reunion will be held on Saturday, August Photo submitted by Emily Pedersen. 626 6th at the Graymont Red Barn (2317 Rte 885) in Havelock. The reunion will begin at 2:00 and a there will be a potluck supper at 4:00pm. Bring your own lawn chair(s), plates, utensils, cups & drinks tea/coffee will be supplied. Overnight camping available, no hook-up. For more information contact Danny at 372-5618. 820

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Instruments for Peace is a group that meets every second Thursday of the month at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 668 Manawagonish Road, to explore and promote non-violent solutions to international conflicts. All welcome! 731

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Cloggers will be gathering in Saint John on Saturday, September 24th from 9:00am until 5:00pm at the Milford Community Centre (248 Milford Road, Saint John). Four cuers will keep all those happy feet clogging at all times. Its wonderful to be able to see people from all parts of New Brunswick and PEI. We are looking forward to dancing and spending the day with others who feel the same. Admission will be $10/person and canteen is available. For more information please contact savoiepg@nb.sympatico. ca or 696-1844 for more information. 804

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Keep your violin playing on track this summer with a week-long intensive session of lessons with violinists Geoff McCausland and Rachel Kidd. Students will receive daily instruction at the Saint John Arts Centre for the week of August 8th-12th with a closing concert on the morning of August 13th. This learning opportunity is open to all playing levels except complete beginners. Students will be taught in small groups for approximately one and a half hours daily. The registration fee for the week is $55. To register, contact Ms. Ali Leonard by email at leonardali@hotmail.com or call 642-9575. Summer Strings is a joint project of the District 8 String Program and the Saint John Arts Centre. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Saint John Community Arts Funding Program. 618

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Local games for the Atlantic Football Leagues fall season: October 8th UNB Saint John vs Holland College; October 22nd UNB Saint John vs UNB Fredericton; November 5th - UNB Saint John vs Dalhousie. Local games are played at the Canada Games Community Stadium. 628

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Lorneville Community Centre Country Dance/Open Mic every Thursday at 7:30pm. Join the house band, The River Road Ramblers, on stage or just dance the night away. This is an alcohol free event. Admission is $3 at the door. 716

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Every Wednesday from 8:009:00pm you are invited to play Radio Bingo on (please note change of station) CFBC 93 (930AM) in support of the Animal Rescue League - Jackpot $3,500, plus Cookie Jar plus many other great prizes! Bingo Books ($5) are available by calling 642-0931. If you are a winner please call 658-2322. Thank you for supporting your animal shelter! 836

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The Saint John Fundy Chapter of the Conservation Council of New Brunswick with the Fundy Baykeeper invites you to participate in a 10-km (6 mile) canoe, kayak or rowboat paddle down the Musquash Estuary on Saturday August 13th at 12:30pm. The paddle starts just above the Highway #1 Bridge crossing at Musquash and goes to Black Beach. Registration is $20 for individuals and $30 for families. Registrants are encouraged to collect pledges for their efforts as well. Paddlers should pre-register by August 5th by phone 529-8838 or email fundybaykeeper@conservationcouncil.ca. Our goal is to be on the water paddling at 12:30pm, rain or shine! We will be holding a BBQ and celebration reception at Black Beach after the paddle. For any additional questions, please contact the Fundy Baykeeper office at 529-8838 or Matt at fundybaykeeper@ conservationcouncil.ca . 811

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John is having its 6th annual Big Book Sale and are looking for your gently used books from now until August 11th. You can go to any of the five Sobeys locations in greater Saint John to donate books. Look for the marked bins at the front of the stores. If you have more than three grocery bags of books, please drop them at The Big Brothers Big Sisters office located on level three in Brunswick Square. They are accepting all types of books with the exception of encyclopedias, textbooks, magazines and those with mold or water damage. Last year, the big book sale raised over $13,000 for childrens programs! Please donate your books to help fund programs for children in your community. For more information please call Deanna at 635-1145. 617 On Sunday, August 14th at 3:00pm the Goshen United Baptist Church will celebrate its 171st anniversary service. The guest speaker for this service will be Rev. Greg Jones, area minister, from Quispamsis. This little white wooden church, nestled in the good land of Goshen in Albert County, has had services since 1860 in this building. The pump organ is still in use and the seats are still hard and straight, according to todays standards, but that did not bother the settlers who put so much effort into constructing it of such heavy beams. At one time there were doors on each pew; maybe they helped to keep the children in their place when families were so large. The pulpit still in use was built by a former pastor. There is now electricity but in those days only a Goshen breeze would cool the congregation. The ladies must have suffered in the summer heat with those billowing long dark dresses! Men wore suits - or at least their best - with a hat, suspenders and vest, no doubt. It was a time to meet with your neighbours and catch up on the news since travel was difficult and farms often spread apart. Some settler names from long ago in this area are Hayward, DeMille, Jonah, Babcock, Geldart, Blakney and Graves - names on the stones in the surrounding cemetery. Parking was no problem. There wasnt any need of a parking lot, just a place for the horses to stand and patiently wait, and at one time there was a shed for that purpose. Many older churches have fallen into disrepair, been turned into a cottage, or only have annual services. We still meet every other Sunday in the building except in the colder winter months. If you would like the experience of an old-fashioned church setting, please join us! 835

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Delancy Encampment will be held at Bernadette & Marshall Fowlers (6 Cumberland Road Rte 860) on August 13th & 14th. Saturday will be open to the public from 10:00am until 4:40pm and Sunday it will be open to the public again from 9:30am until 2:00pm. Come step back in time to the period in history that built the foundation of our community. The year is 1783 and the Loyalists have just arrived and been given their land grant by the King of England. Visit an encampment and converse with the soldiers and the women and children. Watch the men practice their drill and fire their muskets. Learn how meals were cooked over open fires. Learn how to spin your very own wool. Have fun dancing a jig to a live fiddle player. Try on some clothing from this period and feel free to take pictures Experience an 18th century Church of England service lead by the Vicar of Upham, Rev. Marian Lucas-Jefferies, on Sunday at 10:00am - held outside surrounded by Gods creation, bring your own chair. We will be having a pot luck for lunch after church, so bring whatever you would like. Everyone is welcome to come and worship and fellowship for this service. For more information please contact Bernadette Fowler at 8327897. 828

HISTorIAL EnCAMPMEnT EvEnT

Our theme for the month of August is Reflect & Refocus. The month of August is now upon us and soon we will begin to prepare for the upcoming months of getting back into a more routine schedule of school, activities, and programs. Take the time to reflect back on this year so far, the upcoming months and all the positives around you. How will you Celebrate Whats Right with the World? Thought for the Month: There is something wonderfully rewarding in being part of an effort that does make a difference. ~Brian OConnell~ For more information on the Celebrate whats RIGHT with the world initiative, contact Joan Wilkins, Coordinator, School District 8 at 643-6884, www.celebratewhatsright.ca. 718

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Do you have a problem with Food? Overeaters Anonymous can help. No weigh-ins or fees. We meet Mondays at 7:00pm and Saturdays at 10:00am at the Community Health Centre, 116 Coburg Street. For contact information call the Infoline at 633-4636 or visit the website at www.oa.org. 621

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Relatives of the late Harry & Pearl Lewis are invited to the annual Lewis Reunion to be held on Saturday, August 13th from 2:00pm, potluck supper at 4:30-5:00. This event is being held at Wayne Lewiss, 126 Lewis Road, Colpitts Settlement. Rain or Shine. For more information phone 372-4651. 814

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Ladies Volleyball League plays at the Carlton Community Centre on Sundays from 4:00-10:00pm (one hour play), for ages 18 and up. For more information contact Jennifer LeBlanc at 1-506-755-9081. 719

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There will be three fundraising events for Nora Kane, who has Multiple Sclerosis and is going to Rhode Island on August 29th for Liberation Treatment: On Saturday, August 6th from 8:00am12:00noon a giant Yard Sale will beheld at the Church of the Good Shepherd (668 Manawagonish Road); A Live Action will be held on Saturday, August 13th at the Three Mile Steak & Rib House. Viewing of the auction items will start at 6:00 and the auction begins at 7:00pm. There will also be a 50/50 draw and a steak tray; On friday, August 19th there will be a multi band benefit (featuring five bands, a 50/50 draw, live auction and Toonie-toss) from 8:00pm-2:00am at the Fish n Brews on Fairville Blvd. Admission by donation at the door. Come out and support Nora and help to improve her quality of life. For more information contact Karen at 635-8755 (leave a message).
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A Community Kitchen for West Side residents will take place starting this fall at the Carleton Community Centre. What is a Community Kitchen? This is a group of people who meet to cook food and take it home to feed their families. When people cook together they are able to meet new people, learn new skills and make more food than they would by cooking on their own. We have one volunteer community leader now but we need a second person to help during each session. This would involve helping participants to read and understand the recipes and helping them prepare the meals. In return, you would bring home free meals for your family as well! If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Lori Heron at 643-6250. 721

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In support of the Covered Bridge Visitor Centre there will be a Summer Music Festival held at the Centre (11001 Rte 10, Youngs Cove) on Saturday, August 13th from 3:00-7:00pm. Entertainment will be provided by special guests, Jay Aymar & Gary Morris, along with local talent which includes: Art Boyd & Friends, Debbie Connell, Dwayne Ferris. There will be a 50/50 draw, hot dogs, sausages and pop/water will be available. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy great music by our very talented neighbours and friends. All proceeds from this event will go to maintain the Covered Bridge Visitor Centre. 833

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The Saint John Y is offering a single parent Family Camp for families who could not normally afford a summer vacation. The camp will be held at Camp Glenburn on the beautiful Belleisle Bay from August 24th-28th. Cost of the camp is only $40/family and transportation to and from the camp is available. This is a great opportunity to experience summer camp as a family and enjoy all the good things that Camp Glenburn has to offer. If you are looking to enjoy more of the great outdoors then why not spend a week at Camp Glenburn on the beautiful Belleisle Bay. Bunks are still available but going fast. Dont miss out on your chance to learn new skills such as canoeing, high ropes and outdoor survival while you meet new friends and create lifelong memories. For additional information on any of the Ys programs contact the Y at 693-YMCA or visit the website at www.saintjohny.com.
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This could be your chance to click and win. Have you taken that nearly perfect photo well, send it to us it could be chosen as Ossekeag Publishings Pic of the Month, sponsored by participating Subway locations. The first of each month we will be choosing one photo, from those submitted during the previous month, to be our Pic of the Month photo. The chosen photo will be published in all four publications and the winner for that month will receive a voucher for a Footlong meal deal from participating Subway locations. Check out the contest rules and get snapping: One winner chosen per month; Submissions should be original photos, not composites and without borders; Photos submitted must be in high quality jpeg format (300 dpi and at least 8x10 in size) and emailed to info@ossekeag.ca; Please include the location of the photo and name of photographer (and contact info); Digital copies preferred; Photos of public interest only not people. Submission of photos authorizes Ossekeag Publishing the right to print and display your photo (with photographer credit) in any of our four publications - WesTides, Valley Viewer, Hampton Herald and Sussex Herald, our yearly calendar, website and Facebook group. If no photo of suitable quality is submitted, judges can elect to choose no winner for that month. Please Note: It was overlooked that photos received should be of local content. Our publications cover from the Salisbury area to West Saint John/Grand Bay-Westfield. As we had omitted this in the previous info this will apply to photos entered after July 12th. 821

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The Grand Bay-Westfield ATV Riders regular monthly meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Grand Bay Centrum at 7:00pm. New members always welcome The Grand Bay-Westfield ATV Riders are holding a raffle draw for a chance to win a 2011 Yamaha Grizzly 700 Limited Edition. Tickets are $20/each or $100/6, and the draw date is August 6th. For more details & tickets please phone 757-8787, or e-mail: angelaarthurs@grandbay-westfieldatvriders.ca. 724

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THE gIfT I have had my Musings for this issue written in my head for several days, but had not yet taken the time to actually put it on paper. My topic, the 80/20 rule, something I had never heard of until I was in business, but had unknowingly been using in my life for many years. The 80/20 rule is a principle that 20 percent of something is always responsible for 80 percent of the results, or the law of the vital few and trivial many. In business, that may be that 80 percent of your sales come from 20 percent of your customers. In life, as I would model to my daughter to clean her room, it can look 80 percent better once 20 percent of the work is done! The trick of course is identifying the proper 20 percent to tackle. It applies to weeding the flower garden (focus on the BIG weeds first). It applies to . . . well, you get the picture. I had lots of stories I could use, some funny, some not so much. Then I picked up the book . . . Those who know me will tell you I devour books. I am one of those people who will stay up to all hours because I NEED to finish the current book. Not this one. I pick it up and read a chapter and have to put it down. I read it with a kleenex in my hand at all times, as each chapter will move me to tears, and I am not a weepy type. Each time I open it I receive a punch to my gut. So why do I continue? Because it is a book about not just surviving, but triumphing. It is book written by a woman who for three years was the national president of MADD Canada. It is the story of her personal loss of her son, and the stories of other families who have experienced loss and injury because of impaired driving. We all hear the news stories. This book picks up where those end. These are the stories of the families in those news stories. And though each delivers that punch in the gut, each also celebrates life. Mike and I walk the woods regularly. There are trees which have been severely altered by an experience at some earlier point in their lives, but that have nevertheless grown tall and beautiful. I have always admired their strength and resilience, their ability to triumph over adversity. The families in this book are like those trees. The book is called The Gift: A MADD Mothers Journey of Healing by Margaret Miller. It would be awesome if it were required reading for every person looking to get a drivers license. 801

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