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There have been many voices raised against the recent forestry agreement by the government of NB to surrender even more of OUR Crown Land to the big forest companies. The argument by both government and industry is that we need to devastate our forests in order to create jobs in order to keep young people working here at home. However, like many overbearing parents, they have failed to ask these young adults whether they want to have our forests sacrificed on their behalf!! Last week I came upon an article published in the UNB student publication “Brunswickan” entitled “Merry Christmas, Mr Irving” written by Richard Kemick. Here are some excerpts. “The Irving family is the thirteenth-largest landowner in the world, beating Ted Turner and Sheik Hamad Bin Khalifa of Qatar. Furthermore, the twelve landowners that place ahead of the Irvings are all either monarchs or the Pope––who is obviously the monarch of our souls. While I, along with the majority of New Brunswickers, do not think too highly of Premiere Alward’s powers of deduction, the fact that the Irvings own our entire province and the fact that our province is largely populated by underemployed or unemployed citizens seems too coincidental to ignore.” “This province couldn’t have more cartoonishly evil environmental policies if they tried.” “Having a vibrant and unique ecosystem allows for the establishment of the financially lucrative industry of tourism, an industry that regenerates a lot faster than hardwood. However, because of this province’s dismal environmental record, New Brunswick’s largest tourism draw is coming to watch the annual migration of the majestic twenty-somethings fleeing the province.” Read the whole article at: thebruns.ca/merry-christmas-mr-irving. It was great to discover how at least one young voice thought of this whole ugly affair, many thanks!!! My personal preference is to simplify the whole matter and even take the science out of the debate, because there are only two clear and simple facts that are not even debatable.

1. Crown land legally belongs to the people of New Brunswick and is managed on their behalf by the government. Documents from the government state: “Crown lands are managed in the best interest of the people of New Brunswick.” Seems pretty clear. 2. “Public Views on Forest Management in New Brunswick: Report from a Provincial Survey” carried out in 2007 by DNR by three local university professors (website:2.gnb.ca/content/dam/gnb/Departments/nr-rn/pdf/en/ForestsCrownLands/ForestSurvey.pdf) While there is a lot of info there are two key points: a) The residents of New Brunswick want their forests to be managed for many values besides as a source of fibre. b) Residents rate 8 other groups and organizations that should have greater influence than the forest companies in managing our forests. Conclusion: The Government is abusing the trust and wishes of it’s residents and legal action should be taken to regain control of our forests. 0001

Mike Completed his MBA in 1997, and has been working on a practical PhD since his wife Debbie and he started Ossekeag Publishing in 2000. He is also doing a practical degree in Restoring the Acadian Forest with a tractor and chainsaw. When Mike does come out of the trees he heads up Ossekeag’s fledgling IT department.

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please. Many packages include vouchers for hotels or B&Bs, to book as you go. If you prefer, you can hire an experienced driver/guide - a great way to learn Irish history, customs and traditions. By rail: Yes, there are trains in Ireland! Irish Rail (Iarnród Éireann) fans out from Dublin to all major centers. In the countryside you can take a GoCar, a partnership with Irish Rail, for a combination of main line plus flexibility for onward travel. GoCar is a ‘members only’ car-sharing service, renting cars and vans by the hour, or the kilometre. Vehicles are available around Dublin, Cork, and 14 other stations in the Iarnród Éireann network. Also Rail Tours Ireland does a full range of day and multi-day tours. A caravan: Now that’s different! Before trains and cars, Irish nomads moved by horse-drawn caravans. Like a modern camper, they served as transport by day, and lodging by night. You can step back in time and experience the old tradition. For one or more nights, up to four people can travel, cook and sleep in a caravan,

meander slowly along country roads, chatting at farms and pubs along the way. Horse-drawn caravan rentals are available from Clissmann Horse Caravans in County Wicklow, Mayo Horse Drawn Caravan Holidays in County Mayo and Kilvahan Horse Drawn Caravans in County Laois. But remember, you won’t go far, and you can’t pick it up in one village, and drop it in another. Finally, horses! Discover Ireland's beauty and history on horseback. In six days you can trek 140 Miles from County Galway to the Burren and the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, with Equestrian Holidays Ireland. As if those are not enough, you can walk, hike, cycle, rent a Harley (irishbike.com) or go by barge (see the Ireland section at: locaboat.com/en). "Céad mílle fáilte". 0043

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WHAT’S HAPPENINGTuESDAY, APRIL 15

Annual West Side Holy Week Service by the West Side Ministerial, 7:00pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd (668 Manawagonish Road) with speaker, Pastor Jon Hallewell of the KV Vineyard Church. Reception to follow, all welcome.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16

SJ Volunteer Centre’s Noon Nugget, 12:noon-1:00pm at 66 Waterloo Street Room 224, featuring “The Why’s, What’s and Who’s of By-Laws” with facilitator Michael Park. Registration ($15/members, $25/non-members) from 11:30-11:50am. Pre-register/info at 658-1555 or email: training@nb.aibn.com. Bring lunch, tea/coffee provided.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

Spring Fling Fashion Show, hosted by the Sea Belles, at the Portland United Church with fashion show, entertainment by the Sea Belles and much more. For tickets ($15) contact Bonnie 847-2729. A portion of the proceeds will go to Romero House and the Sophia Recovery Centre. For more information: seabelles.ca.

SATuRDAY, APRIL 26

Fashion Show & Spring Dessert Tea, “Beautiful Together”, 1:30pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (31 Gondola Point Road, Rothesay) featuring Tanjay & Alia Fashions. Tickets ($15) available at the door or by calling Sophia Recovery Centre 633-8783.

SuNDAY, APRIL 27

Warbler Workshop with the Saint John Naturalists Club and led by Jim Wilson. For more information on the upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org and follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John”.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30

SJ Branch, NB Genealogical Society meeting, 7:00pm in the SJ Free Public LIbrary’s Multipurpose Room. Program will be “Using NB Land Records in searching for genealogy clues” and John Elliott will share how to search the land selttment process. All welcome.

FRIDAY, MAY 2

“Viva Las Villa” - Annual Spring Fundraising Dinner & Auction at the SJ Trade & Convention Centre. Lobster dinner with live entertainment,

silent & live auctions, eliminator and 50/50 draws and chances to win at the fun money casino. All proceeds will fund the construction/furnishing of a glassed in solarium for 90 residents currently living on the original site of the Loch Lomond Villa. Tickets ($100, limited number) are available by calling 643-7110 or visit: lochlomondvilla.com.

FRIDAY & SATuRDAY, MAY 2 & 3

Semi-Annual Book Sale at Trinity Church (115 Charlotte Street). Donations of books, magazines, CDs & DVDs, cassettes & records. (no encyclopedias or Reader’s digests) are now being accepted at the Church Hall 9:00am-2:00pm (weekdays). To have large number of books picked up, leave number at 693-8558.Fundy Library Region Book Sale in Market Square, Saint John - Friday (10:00am-8:00pm) & Saturday (10:00am-3:00pm). Profits from the Book Sale are used to purchase new materials for the 10 public libraries in the Fundy Library Region

SATuRDAY, MAY 3

Good Friday - Chowder at St. Ann's Church, 135 Simpson Drive, Saint John East (located behind Stirling's Apples on Rothesay Ave) at 4:00 pm

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WHAT’S HAPPENING(following Good Friday Service). Tickets ( $10/for adults; $5/children) are available at weekend Mass or by contacting Marilyn at 633-0549 (evenings) or Pam 696-5303 (evenings). The church hall is wheelchair accessible.Quispamsis Lions Club Market & Pancake Breakfast. Flea Market from 8:00am-1:00pm, (tables $15 each - please reserve by April 26 - call Don at 847-2797. Breakfast 9:00-11:00am, $6/person, family rate available.

SuNDAY, MAY 4

“It’s a Girl Thing” from 1:00-4:00pm at the SJ Arts Centre (20 Peel Plaza, across from the new Police Justice bldg). This fundraiser for Romero House and the SJ Vineyard Church Food Pantry & Outreach program will include a fashion show live music, door prizes and much more. Admission $6.

TuESDAY, MAY 6

SJ Volunteer centre - “Success with the Job Interview” workshop with facilitator Dr. Beth Gilbert. Registration at 5:30pm, Workshop 600-8:00pm at 66 Waterloo Street, Training Room Suite 224. Pre-register by calling 658-1555 or email: training@nb.sibn.com. $15/members,

$25/non-members, $10/students (please advise regarding mobility issues). Coffee/tea provided.

THuRSDAY, MAY 7

Play Cards Luncheon, hosted by The Friends of Hospice from 12:00noon to 4:00pm at St. Joachim’s Church. Tickets are $12/each and can be purchased by calling Leotta Almon at 696-4487 or the Hospice office at 632-5593 All proceeds fund care at Bobby’s Hospice.

FRIDAY, MAY 9

14th Annual Senior Wellness Fair from 12:30-3:30 at the Loch Lomond Villa, Simonds Lions Auditorium. Learn about safe & healthy living. Free admission, parking, refreshments & door prizes. fore more information call 648-6056. Everyone welcome.

SATuRDAY, MAY 10

Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser (meat or vegetarian sauce) from 4:00-6:30pm at the Lancaster Baptist church (87 Church Avenue West). $10/adults, $5/children 12 and under. Sponsored by Katie Hazen MacKay Chapter IODE.

Remembrance Concert at 7:00pm, presented by St. Mark's United Church in Greendale West to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the WWI and the 75th anniversary of the beginning of WWII with the 3rd Field Artillery Regimental Band, The Saint John Chorale and the group Before the Mast along with the Church Choir and others. Refreshments and a viewing of war memorabilia collection to follow. Tickets ($12/adults, $6/children 12 and under) can be obtained by calling the church office at 672-3320 or 672-8176. Clogging Event in Cornwall PEI (9:00am-5:00pm) at the Howard Johnson Dutch Inn. Registration starts at 8:15am. Registration $27/person. For more information contact: savoiepg@nb.sympatico.ca or 506-696-1844.“Magical Music & Divine Desserts” annual spring fundraiser in support of Fresh Start Services for Women Inc - helping reduce poverty and homelessness for women and their children in our area. An evening of music followed by delicious desserts at Hillcrest Church, 476 Lancaster Avenue at 7:00pm. Advance tickets are $15 at The Bank of Montreal, Lancaster Mall (cash only) or call 635-4122 (Visa, MasterCard, Debit or cash). Rush tickets at the door are $20 (cash).

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M.A.D.D. CANDLELIGHT VIGIL

MADD Saint John & Area Chapter held their 8th annual Candlelight Vigil, “Hope & Remembrance” at Brenan’s Bay View Chapel on Sunday, March 23. Family and friends gathered to honour those whose lives are forever gone or forever changed by impaired driving. Symbolic candles were lit by the honour guard of the Saint John Police Department and prayer and benediction was received by Chaplain Peter Gillies of the Kennebecasis Regional Police. Tributes were read for many families who have been affected by this 100% preventable crime. In Canada, on average, four people are killed and 174 are injured each day due to impaired driving crashes. MADD Canada’s Atlantic Chapter Services Manager, Susan MacAskill spoke of the importance of our Campaign 911 program. Campaign 911 is working across the country to take impaired drivers off the road. For more information on MADD Saint John & Area Chapter, please call at 672-6188 or e-mail maddstj@nb.aibn.com. 2740

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Th e Christian celebration of Easter marks the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. So where does the Easter Bunny come from and why do we sometimes celebrate Easter in March and sometimes in April. Because Easter is what is known as a movable feast. It is celebrated on the fi rst Sunday aft er the full moon following the March Equinox. Th is means that the date can vary anywhere from March 22 until April 25. Many other Christian celebrations also move around the calendar in relation to the celebration of Easter.

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came from the Germans in the 1600s as Th e Oschter Haws (Easter Hare). A bunny who laid coloured eggs who would give them as gift s to good children. Th e Pennsylvania Dutch brought the tradition to the new world and fast forward 400 years and we have our modern Easter bunny who brings chocolates and small toys to children for Easter.

It was in 1950 that the Easter Bunny adopted the name, Peter Cottontail. Steve Nelson and Jack Rollins wrote the song “Here Comes Peter Cottontail”, Gene Autry sang it and it peaked at number 3 on the charts. Gene Autry is also the man behind the songs “Here Comes Santa Claus” & “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”. Th e fi rst mention of Peter Cottontail came from Th ornton Burgess whose fi ctional bunny, Peter Rabbit, changed his name for a short period. Th e name Peter Cottontail has been associated with the Easter Bunny ever since.

Th e coloured eggs that the Easter Bunny delivered were dyed red (the color of blood to represent Christ’s sacrifi ce) & green, to represent spring.

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• Easter is the 2nd largest holiday for candy consumption, following Halloween.• The largest Easter egg ever made was over 25 feet high and weighed over 8,000 pounds. It was built out of chocolate and marshmallow and supported by an internal steel frame.• Many people assume that the Easter Bunny is a male because of the bowtie it is so commonly depicted wearing.

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Growing up on the family farm I enjoyed a steady diet of daydreaming, clean living and Canadian country music compliments of our families Vinyl, cassette and 8-track collection. Fond memories included watching the musical variety shows the “Family Brown Country” on CJOH television in Ottawa and of course, The Tommy Hunter show on CBC. Canada’s first lady of Country music, Carroll Baker, was one of his frequent guests and a mainstay on our record player in the house. Baker even had her own series on CBC in the early 80’s. Carroll Baker is making her return to Saint John at the Imperial Theatre on April 29, much too many area country music lovers’ joy! I sent her off some questions on how she was discovered and other things I had on my mind. Here is that interview! “I was discovered by George Petralia at a Jamboree near Markham Ontario in 1969. I don't recall the exact date as I never was one for fine details. Anyway, I used to go there to do this Jamboree on Sundays, and George Petralia was there and approached me a few times about the possibility of making a record. I kept insisting I was not interested in making a record, but he was relentless. One evening, I thought I'm not sure about this guy, maybe I should tell him to go and talk to my husband. When he went to meet up with my husband John, I was approached by his wife Rasty, and she was an absolute wonderful lady so I thought hey, if he has a lovely wife like this he must be an okay guy. “Listen In” - It's been a long time since you were last in Saint John to perform! What could a new

fan going to see a Carroll Baker show expect? “I am so looking forward to returning to Saint John. It has been many, many years since I last did a show there. I had been advised that my ticket sales would not be great there and that I should perhaps skip Saint John, and then we found out there were no weekend dates available at The imperial Theatre, it was looking pretty dark for the date. I really wanted to return so we went ahead and booked a Tuesday night, not the best day for a concert. When I saw ticket sales were slower in Saint John than any of my other concerts, I certainly was disappointed, but there was no way I wanted to have the show cancelled due to lack of ticket sales. We would just have to find a way to make it work. My husband took over the date and we were on the hook for the loss if that was to happen. It would be great to get a sell out so I could let the others know that all is well in Saint John with Country Music. However, if I don't sell out, the show will not be any different than any other show I do. The show is called Thanks For The Memories and I want to thank my fans in the area for their support. They will get the best show I can give them. Each person who is at that show deserves no less. I want them all to know. "I am 65”, "Still" alive, and "Singing" Live. I will prove it at the concert!!!” Get your tickets now folks by going to imperialtheatre.nb.ca or by calling 674-4100. 0041

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CHERRY BROOk ZOO NEWS

Cherry Brook Zoo celebrates 40 years in your community and numerous events and activities are planned all year - come and enjoy your zoo. Spring is finally coming and the animals at Cherry Brook Zoo cannot wait to see zoo visitors again. Upcoming April special events are filled with fun and animals. Easter at the Zoo: Saturday, April 19 from 1:30-3:30pm, the Easter Bunny is visiting the zoo and looking forward to meeting the many Zoo visitors. Zoo volunteers are hosting face painting, kids crafts, cool drinks and coffee and other surprises. Every child will receive a chocolate bunny when leaving the zoo. Enter your child’s name for a $100 value kids Easter basket. Earth Day at the Zoo, Sunday, April 27 from 11:00am-2:00pm join the Zoo animals to celebrate Earth Day. Many of the animals at your Zoo are Endangered Species and you can wish all the animals a Happy Earth Day. Zoo volunteers are hosting coffee, cool drinks and a lovely Earth Day Cake. Each child will receive a free tomato plant when leaving the zoo. Enter your child’s name for a kid’s Earth

Day basket. New zoo volunteers are always welcomed. Several training sessions for new volunteers (ages 16-seniors) take place in April and May. Please call the zoo office 634-1440 for dates and times. Volunteer applications are at the zoo office or online at: cherrybrookzoo.com. Claws Mini Golf Course and Vanished Kingdom Park both reopen around May 1 (depending on the weather!). Junior Zookeeper Summer Day Camp for kids ages six to 12 year olds is filling up fast. Call the zoo office for program details and prices. Your zoo continues to depend on your

financial support by visiting the zoo, attending special events, booking a Birthday Party, catered seminars, become a monthly sponsor, become a member of the Animal Sponsor Program. Volunteer Diana is again hosting the very popular Zoo Yard Sale in June. If you have any yard sale donations just drop them at the Zoo office. All yard sale proceeds go right into the daily animals care budget. Diana is hoping to make over $1000 this year. Let’s celebrate Cherry Brook Zoo’s 40th anniversary all year. Zoo office 634-1440; Zoo hours 10:00am-5:00pm every day. 2736

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COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS OF CANADA

The Saint John Chapter of the Compassionate Friends was established April 13 of 2009. As we have reached our 5th year anniversary date, we want to gain more awareness and provide our community with support. By reaching out and helping those in need, through our own experience by offering support, understanding, grief education and ‘hope’ for the future to all parents who have experienced the death of a child. Our purpose is to aid in the positive reconciliation of grief and foster the physical and emotional health of bereaved parents and their surviving children. Our objective is to help those in their community, including family, friends, co-workers, employers and professionals to be supportive. The Saint John Chapter of The Compassionate Friends of Canada meets the second & last Monday of the month at St. Joseph's Community Centre, 116 Coburg Street from 7:00-9:00pm. For more information contact: Pamela Hopey 696-7786, Rose McPhee 672-7019 or email: Saintjohn@tcfcanada.net. 2718

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Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairville Boulevard, 643-7260; westbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.caWednesday, April 16 - 10:30am, Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast.Thursday, April 17 - 7:00pm, It’s a Mystery to Me - Mystery Book Club, books by Simon Brett. New members welcome.Wednesday, April 30 - 7:00pm, Chick Lit Book Club, Robin and the Chicks’ pick, The Rosie Project by Graeme Simpson. Wednesdays - Knit 2 Together drop-in. We have knitted squares, tea & treats. Drop-in and put two or more together to help make a blanket. Thursdays - UKU 4U Uku with Ann Brown, Kay MacLean & David Goss: Beginner Class at 1:00pm; Intermediate class at 1:45 pm. Blankets for Canada Society Inc - crocheters and knitters are welcome to make 8x8 squares to create blankets for people without shelter in the SJ area. Donations of yarn gratefully accepted. Teens:Teen Movie Night - 6:00pm, first Thursday of the month. April 13 popcorn/drinks provided by Lancaster Mall.Thursday Night Homework Help - 5:30-7:30 for middle & high school students. Call or email for pre-registration. Children’s Programs:

Thursday, April 17 - 8:30pm, is the deadline to pick up a page for the Spring Colouring contest. Winner to be announced at the Super Saturday Easter Paper Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 at 2:15 in the Library.Thursday, April 17 - 2:30pm, PD Day Movie Fun at the Library.Saturday, April 19 - 2:30pm, Easter Paper Egg Hunt.Babies in the Library - sign up for the next session.Time for Tots - 10:30am on Thursdays, drop-in for ages 18-36 months.Story Time Drop-in - 10:30am on Fridays for all ages.Thursday Night Homework Help - 5:30-7:30pm for elementary students. Call or email for pre-registration.Family Drop-in Table - all day, every day. Different theme each week. Gates Computer Lab - available to check your e-mail, do research and use the internet. The service is free. Book a tutorial and learn basic computer skills. Wi Fi available. Bulletin Board - check out what is happening in your community. Community Room Rental - West Branch Library has a spacious room offering tables, chairs and limited kitchen facilities. For further information please contact the Library. Please Note: West Branch Library keeps Tuesday to Saturday hours. 0019

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GETTING TO THE ROOT OF IT!

According to Stats Canada, it is the 3rd leading cause of death for Canadian men. Almost 24,000 a year. Turmeric is a powerful force against prostate cancer. It’s a wonderful root, that we typically eat in powder form. Turmeric is one of the most medicinally packed foods I have read about. According to whfoods.org, it is also effective against Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cystic Fibrosis, high cholesterol and the prevention of Alzheimer's Disease. "In numerous studies, curcumin's [Turmeric Root] anti-inflammatory effects have been shown to be comparable to the potent drugs hydrocortisone and phenylbutazone as well as anti-inflammatory agents such as Motrin." WOW!!! For many of you, turmeric is not as strange as you might think. It is an ingredient in every curry powder. Also, the active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is often prescribed in pill form to patients who suffer from

GET FRESH WITH FOOD by Dave Wolpin

arthritis. However, the most powerful source is straight from the fresh root. I am certainly not telling you to ignore what your doctor prescribes, but foods as medicinal as turmeric should be consumed as often as possible. Incredibly, as outlined by sources on whfoods.org, in 2005, curcurmin was featured in a study that compared it to the chemotherapy drug, Taxol. Mice were given human breast cancer directly into their lungs and separated into four groups (I know it is horrible, I am not endorsing animal cruelty). The first test group received no treatment as a control group. One test group received just Taxol, another test group received just curcurmin and the fourth received both Taxol and curcurmin. After five weeks, 95% of the control group had developed lung cancer, which is not surprising since they received no treatment. 75% of the group that received Taxol developed lung tumours, despite the powerful chemo drug. However, 50% of the curcurmin group had fought off the cancer and of the group that received both curcurmin

and taxol, only 22% had any evidence of lung cancer. This means that curcumin alone, was more than twice as effective as the chemo drug and the two treatments combined compounded their efficacy. I know you are thinking, but Dave, how do I use it in my cooking? My favourite way is in a tea. I take a finger of turmeric and rinse it off. I cut it into chunks that will fit in my garlic press. I squeeze the turmeric through into a mug, one chunk at a time, cleaning out the bits of peel as I go. Then I add a couple spoons of honey to the mug and generously shake in some cloves, nutmeg and Ceylon cinnamon. Finally, I add some hot water, stir it all up and drink it. I also love to add turmeric to my juices, soups, stir fries and anywhere you'd normally use ginger. As you'd expect, Kredl's sells organic fresh and ground turmeric. 0039

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Special Easter ServicesApril 17th Maundy Thursday Service at 7:00 pmApril 18th Good Friday Service at 10:00 amApril 20th Sunrise Service at Sea Side Park 7:00 am Easter Service at 11:00 am

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Sunday, April 20th9:45 am - Sunday School

11:00 am - Worship Service Focused on Resurrection6:00 pm - Choir Presentation: For Me

JERVIS BAY RCL #53 1016 Bayside Drive, 633-0092.Weekly Breakfast every Saturday: from 8:00-11:00am, enjoy eggs, toast, beans and your choice of bacon, ham or sausage, with juice tea or coffee - just $7; or for $10, you get the total breakfast! All made to order and served to you at your table.Sundays - Ladies’ Auxiliary Bingo 1:00-4:00pm, $.25/card, canteen is open. Everyone welcome.

LANCASTER LEGION # 69Wilson Street, Saint John, Phone 635-8095, www.rcl69.ca.Tuesday, April 15 - 7:30pm, Crib, upstairs.Wednesday, April 16 - 1:00-4:00pm, Seniors meet upstairs; 7:00pm, Hockey Pool (lower).Friday, April 18 - Branch closed.Saturday, April 19 - 2:00-5:00pm, Don &

LEGIONSDel, downstairs; 9:00pm, Singles Dance with Reg Gallant, upstairs.Sunday, April 20 - Branch closed. 0015

ATTENTION NATuRE LOVERS!

If you have an interest in wild birds, mammals, fish, amphibians, wildflowers, geology, or any other aspect of our natural world, why not consider attending a meeting of the Saint John Naturalists’ Club (SJNC) or taking part in our diverse selection of workshops and field trips? The Monday, May 12 regular club meeting 7:00pm at the NB Museum in Market Square features John Klymko who will discuss the Maritimes Butterfly Atlas. On Saturday, May 3 Paul Mansz will lead a field trip to

the Jemseg area for Waterfowl and Spring Migrants. On Saturday, May 10 Jim Wilson will lead a Warbler Identification workshop at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre. As seats are limited for this workshop, please pre-register with Joanne Savage by calling 847-4245 or emailing her at davidsavage@rogers.com. Meetings, workshops and outings are open to one and all without charge, Saint John Naturalists’ Club members or not. For more information on the upcoming activities and on the SJNC, visit: saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org, follow us on Facebook as “Nature Saint John” or call Hank Scarth at 216-0624. 2567

CARLETON - KIRK UNITED CHURCH

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Maundy Thursday April 17 - 7:00pmGood Friday April 18 - 10:30am

Easter Sunday April 20 - Sunrise Service 7 amat Seaside Park

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SAINT ROSE SCHOOL SPRING MuSICAL

Saint Rose School proudly presents The Wizard of Oz on Thursday, May 8 & Friday, May 9 at 6:30pm and a matinee on Saturday, May 10 at 2:00pm. This spring musical includes a cast of 65 children in grades two to five. Tickets are $5/adults, $3/children and$15/family of 5. For more information, please contact the school at 658-5364. 2738

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LABYRINTH 101

More than 4,000 years old, the labyrinth has left its trace in virtually every culture and spiritual tradition world-wide - the Cretan (classical seven circuit), medieval (classical 11 circuit), the Kabbala, the Hopi Medicine Wheel and Tibetan sand paintings are all examples of labyrinths. In recent times, the labyrinth has re-emerged, appearing in parks, hospitals, recreation centers and even people’s backyards and is being used as a grounding tool to calm the mind, open the heart, and promote health and well-being. A non-denominational walking meditation, how it works is not fully understood. Following the singular circuitous path, as it meanders into the center in a clockwise motion and moves out from the center counter clockwise, is thought to quiet the mind by suspending linear thought, allowing the imagination, memory and intuition to work together — much like guided imagery. Come learn about the labyrinth at one of the three Talks & Walks: Friday, April 18 from 6:00-7: 30pm; Saturday, April 19 from 10:00am-11:30am 1:00-2:30pm at InterAction School of Performing Arts, 288 Germain Street, Saint John. Construction Workshop: Saturday, April 19 from 2:45-6:45pm at the same location.

No prior knowledge or experience is necessary for attendance. Cost of the Talks & Walks - $20 (each session); Construction Workshop - $30, or attend one Talk & Walk plus the Construction Workshop for $40. Please bring your own water and brown bag snack (if required) to the Construction Workshop. To pre-register, please email Wendy Moore at wd.moore@rogers.com or call 646-8188; if you leave a message, we will return your call. Payment will be collected at the door. For more information about labyrinths, visit:veriditas.org. 2712

CLOGGERS OFF TO PEI

This year cloggers will be gathering in Cornwall, PEI on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00am-5:00pm at the Howard Johnson Dutch Inn. Registration starts at 8:15am. Cuers will keep all those happy feet clogging at all times. It's wonderful to be able to see people from all parts of New Brunswick and PEI. We are a non profit group who love to dance and love spending the day with others who feel the same. Admission will be $27/person including Saturday all-day clogging, lunch,

morning and pm breaks - money will be going towards rental of hall and charity! Please contact me if you have any questions at: savoiepg@nb.sympatico.ca or by phone at 506-696-1844. 2674

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248 Milford Road, 672-2400, milfordcommunitycentre.com Card night - Auction 45’s on Mondays at 7:00pm (except for holiday Mondays). Everyone Welcome!Friday, April 25 - Movie Night, free admission and canteen will be available.Saturday, May 24 - Flea Market, call the Centre to book your table (small fee). The Milford Community Centre is looking to start a mini-hockey night and a drop-in centre for the kids to hang out. Volunteers are needed to organize these events or donations of games, etc. Criminal record checks will be required. The Milford Community Centre is available to be rented for your upcoming events, please contact the Centre for more information. For more information on any of the events, please call the Centre. 0033

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You’ve passed 50 and sailed past retirement and now you’re into “Th e Golden Years”.

Your free time has likely increased and your responsibilities have likely decreased. So, now that you’re here, how can you keep your Golden Years golden?

STAY ACTIVETh e more you move the more you’ll be able to get up and keep moving around. If you’re not already active, talk to your doctor about implementing an exercise regime that is right for you.

Your exercises should cover the four major zones: aerobic activity, strengthening activity, balance and fl exibility. It can be easy to incorporate these activities into your daily life. Aerobic activity is as simple as going for a good brisk walk

around the walk. Strengthening activities can be done in sitting down and lift ing weights while you watch TV; start light, go slow and keep that pace. Balance and fl exibility can be covered by a stretch in the morning and a stretch before bed. Try standing on one foot to improve your balance, hold on to a chair or table if you need to.

Staying active can actually help to reduce your risk of falls and injury. By building muscle and staying fl exible you are more

5 Ways to Make Sure Your Golden Years Stay Golden

• Smokers should have a designated area away from upholstered materials, such as the kitchen table.

• Never smoke in bed while reading - it is too easy to fall asleep and print materials are highly fl ammable.

• Sleep with the bedroom door closed in order to provide more time to escape if a fi re occurs.

• Keep space heaters well-ventilated and

The two leading causes of fi re deaths and injuries among older adults are smoking materials and the misuse of portable space heaters.

at least three feet away from fl ammable materials. Unplug space heaters when not in use.

• Extension cords are for temporary use only and should not be used with a space heater or electric blanket.

• Never run electrical cords under a carpet or rug.

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likely to be able to keep your balance. Maintaining these four aspects of your fi tness will help you stay active and healthy for years to come.

KEEP YOUR MIND SHARPWhen we go to work, we overcome challenges and obstacles everyday, once we retire the little problems and challenges of working life go away. Any activity that keeps you thinking and learning will be great to keep your mind active. Take up a hobby, something that you’ve been interested in but never had the time to pursue.

KEEP UP WITH FRIENDS AND MAKE NEW ONES

Humans by nature are social creatures, we all enjoy the company of others. Now that you may have some extra time why not join a club? Th ere are a number of

special interest clubs and service clubs out there. Even just meeting up regularly with friends can help you active and enjoying life.

KEEP TO A ROUTINEWhen we go to work we have a routine that we follow everyday. Aft er our working lives are done it’s still a good idea to create a routine that you stick to throughout your weeks. Even if you aren’t going out of the house everyday it can be nice to create a sense of order and

purpose in your day and what you have to accomplish.

DO WHAT YOU LOVEHow many of us have had hobbies that we eventually dropped because of work or family life consuming so much of our time. Now’s the time to take up a long lost hobby, or maybe a brand new one that you’ve never tried before. Give yourself time to do something you love everyday, paint, tinker, cook, read; anything that makes you happy.

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MERINGuE

Colin Sifton here again from Holly’s Restaurant and Catering with another answer to your question. One of my first articles was on pie crust and how to pre-bake the crust without it changing shape. From this, I received a question on meringue and how to keep it from shrinking and weeping? Making meringue goes back to the mid 1600’s where both the French and the Swiss take credit for its invention. Meringue is made by beating egg whites until very stiff and adding sugar. Secret to a good meringue comes from three different factors. Your egg white need to be very clean; no yolk, no shell and a very clean dry bowl. If your egg whites have any bacteria, you will not get a stiff peak egg. Next you add sugar until you get the consistency you require. Different sugars will produce different meringues. The more sugar you add the harder your meringue will be. You can stabilize your meringue by adding some acid. Most cooks will use cream of tartar but you can

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use vinegar. Meringue comes mainly in three different forms. French meringue, which most of us know from the top of the lemon meringue pie and simplest to make. This is the one described above. Italian meringue which is made with boiling sugar syrup instead of caster sugar. This gives a more stable soft meringue and found on such desserts as Baked Alaska and on lemon pie as well. This is the hardest meringue to perfect because your sugar temperature needs to be exact and if you add it too quickly it will cook your eggs. The third is a swiss meringue which is made over a double boiler until almost marshmallowy. They are baked in the oven and gives a meringue a harder shell. This would be a meringue used in Pavlova. To keep your meringue from shrinking inwards, try to make sure you attach the meringue to the crust. This will hold it enough while you cook to brown your meringue when making a pie. As far as weeping or the sweating of meringue this is next to impossible to prevent. Weeping

is caused by moisture either in your pie or the humidity in your refrigerator. One of the controlling factors in preventing weeping is how much sugar you use. Not enough sugar will cause weeping as the sugars are inadequately dissolved in the egg. So you now have three different methods of making meringue. Play around with each of them to find the one that best works for you because that is the fun in baking; trying new things and methods to come up with our own version of a classic recipe. 0040

Colin Sifton is the owner and Chef at Holly’s restaurant in Hampton. He has been a chef for over 20 years. If you have a question about food or food preparation you’d like Colin to answer, send it in to editorial@ossekeag.ca.

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Loch Lomond Villa Foundation is hosting the 13th Annual Spring Fundraising Dinner and Auction, “Viva Las Villa” on Friday May 2nd, 2014 at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre. The annual lobster dinner event will feature live entertainment, silent and live auctions, eliminator and 50/50 draws and numerous chances to win big at the fun money casino. Enjoy an exciting evening out with friends, family or co-workers while supporting this local charity.

All proceeds from this event will fund the construction and furnishing of a glassed in solarium for ninety residents currently living on the original site of the Loch Lomond Villa. A solarium will provide residents with a warm safe space, with access to nature and natural sunlight to spend time with family and friends. The total cost of the solarium project to raise is $120,000. Loch Lomond Villa Foundation’s mission to “improve the quality of life for the residents and families of Loch Lomond Villa” is made possible through support from local and surrounding communities.

As the largest senior citizen’s complex operating in New Brunswick, Loch Lomond Villa provides safe housing with various levels of health care and social service programs to more than 500 people challenged by age or disability in the community including; long term nursing care, supportive housing assistance, independent living options and a community outreach program.

Foundation Aims to Inspire Community to Attend Annual Event In Record Numbers With the help of supporters, Loch Lomond Villa has become the #1 choice for families and individuals waiting to enter a long term care home in our region. Conscious of the changing demographics in New Brunswick, Loch Lomond Villa is committed to growing and adapting their facilities to meet the growing needs within of

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The 78th Annual New Brunswick Competitive Festival of Music will be held April 21-May 3 at five venues in Saint John. Carleton-Kirk United Church - Jr. & Sr. Strings/Instrumental; Portland United Church - Jr. & Sr. Vocal/Musical Theatre; St. Mark's United Church - Jr. & Sr. Piano/Community Choirs; Saint John High School - School Choirs/Piano Concertos/Orchestras; Harbour View High - Bands. Programs are available at Veronica's Music Store on Germain Street or at any of the venues. Daily Admission is $5. April Mills Junior STAR Concert at Portland United Church on Saturday, April 26 at 6:30pm. Admission: $8/adults; $4/students; $20/family (4). Tickets are available at the door. Founders' Night "Gala" Concert at Saint John High School on Saturday, May 3 at 7:00pm. Admission: $10/adults; $5/students; $25/family (4). Tickets are available at the door. 2730

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MuSINGS by Debbie Hickey

As Easter approaches and the snow hangs on, I remembered an Easter when the kids were young and they went out with their father to build a large snow Easter bunny instead of a snowman. It was out on the front lawn and was truly a thing of beauty. Well. . . to everyone but our dog. At that time we had a lovely golden retriever by the name of Sassy. If you are not familiar with the breed, picture a long haired yellow lab and you will be close enough. But it was a good thing she was beautiful and kind and gentle, because she sure wasn’t very smart. For whatever reason, Sassy had been in the house with me while the bunny construction was going on. When I let her out with me to go view the masterpiece, she raced around the corner to join the kids on the lawn, stopped dead upon sighting the snow bunny and gave a pretty good bark. When the bunny didn’t run, she did! There was another time Michael had gotten a new truck. . . well, at least new to him. He has owned a brand new tractor,

but never a brand new truck. Go figure. . . at any rate, once again let Sassy out of the house, dead stop at the sight of the new truck parked in the yard where the old truck normally sat, one bark and she was outta there! But she wasn’t always a “scaredy cat” dog. There was the time I and the kids came downstairs on a Sunday morning to have breakfast, I opened the door between the porch and the kitchen to let the dog out and discovered Sassy stretched out on the porch mat with a buddy. The buddy was a young man whom I did not recognize, and he did not stir. I promptly sent one of the kids back upstairs to get Micheal (thinking perhaps he knew the individual sound asleep in our porch), and meanwhile I let the dog out for her morning run. The fellow did not stir until we were finishing up our breakfast, at which time he blearily insisted he knew the people in this house. Seems someone had dropped him off at the ferry and he was hoofing it to a friend’s house.

Thought he was there, but obviously he was not. Sassy seemed quite content to have company on her mat, but Mike insists that had the fellow attempted to steal the silver she would have been all over him! “You can say any fool thing to a dog and the dog will just give you this look that says, 'My GOSH, you're RIGHT! I NEVER would've thought of that!” ~ Dave Barry. 0002

Debbie Hickey is the owner & president of Ossekeag Publishing. She is passionate about Ossekeag’s mission to connect communities and people. When Debbie is not at the office you can find her tending her gardens, spending time with her grandchildren, or curled up with a book in front of the wood stove.

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• Evaluation Assessments for Experienced Operators• Driver Training for Class 1, 3 & 4 Vehicles, Safety Courses

Text or call (506) 434-4328www.ecrheavyequipmenttraining.com

infovts@nb.aibn.com

POOL TABLES & ACCESSORIESIDEAL AMUSEMENTS LTD.

Bob HargroveGanong Plaza77 Golden Grove Rd.

Ph (506) 633-0255Cell (506) 636-2704

idealamusements@rogers.com

POOL • POKER • DARTS

WWW.IDEALAMUSEMENTS.COM

CLEANING & HOME REPAIRSEd’s Cleaning & Home Repairs

References & Insured

RenovationsProperty MaintenanceSpring/Fall Clean-upSmall Tractor Service

Recycling ServicesGarbage / RecyclingWater DamageLawn Care

651-5807 ededling1@gmail.comTree / Brush Removal

TREE SERVICES

www.nightingaletree.com(506) 647-1055 steven@nightingaletree.com

Nightingale Tree ServicesPruning, chipping and tree removal • Insured

DAYCARE

Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 7am-6pm(506) 672-3134 661 Dever Road West

Butterflies & Bumblebees DaycareQuality Early Childhood Education and Care Offering:• Care for Infants - 12 years old• Weekly Summer Camps

• Now taking registrations for Preschool in September 2014

A WEEKEND GETAWAY FOR YOUR MOMWIN

Send us your most heartwarming or touching story about your Mom in 200 or less words to contest@ossekeag.ca to get entered into our draw. *See website for rules and details. Deadline April 21st, 5:00pm

75 Consumers Dr., Saint John, NB, E2J 4Z3(506) 633-8899

Hampton Inn & Suiteswww.hamptoninnsaintjohn.com 51 Fashion Drive (Behind Home Depot)

Complimentary High Speed InternetHot Item Buffet BreakfastAmple On-Site ParkingUnlimited Local Calling

The winning story will be printed in our upcoming Mother’s Day feature. ossekeag.ca

23April 15th - April 28th, 2014

CLEAN AIR

Do you have a VanEE, Venmar, Life Breathor any other model Heat Recovery Ventilator

or Air Exchanger in your home?Has it been serviced in the last year?

If not, you should be calling MC Clean Airfor a complete cleaning, service and check-up.

Replacement parts and units available.

Appointments: 631-0841A Division of

MC Ventilation Ltd.

West Side Home Improvements• Residential & Commercial• Repairs, Renovations & New Work• Decks, Doors, Windows, etc. REGISTERED & INSURED

Phone: Roger 214-3194Email: r101wilson@gmail.com

AT YOuR SERVICE

tel: 832-5613242 Main street Hampton, nb e5n 6b8

info@ossekeag.ca

CALL C.K. ADHESIVESCALL C.K. ADHESIVESServices Offered Include:· Repairs with liquid rubber/epoxy injection· Drain tile repair/replacement· Internal drain tile systems· Repairs to block foundations· Membrane water proofi ng· Complete excavation services· Video inspection· Environmentally friendly

WHEN YOU NEED US...WE’LL BE THERE!

FREEESTIMATES!FREEESTIMATES!

30+ Years of Experience30+ Years of ExperienceBlaine Campbell

Phone: (506) 832-5071Email: basement@nb.aibn.com

Please give Kevin a call for an estimate on your flooring project @ 608-2368

KENO’s Floorin“Renovations with meticulous worksmanship”

gInstallation of Hardwood, Tile, Laminate and Engineered Flooring.We do Sanding & Finishing of Hardwood Floors with a dust containment system. We do Hardwood and/or Tile on stairs with custom stains.

Delivery to Saint John and Surrounding Areas

• Flowers & Gifts • Plush Animals

• Fruit & Gourmet Baskets• Baskets & Balloons

11 Main Street, West.Tele: 635-1040

www.lancasterflorists.comlancasterflorists@nb.aibn.com

LANCASTER FLORISTSLANCASTER FLORISTSFamily Owned & Operated for Over 60 Years

653 Rothesay Ave. 506-635-1600 portcitykia.com

· Ernest Crossman · Donald McQuade· Rickey Lapointe · Patrick Chami · Jim Agrell

OFFER ENDS APRIL 30TH

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