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Personal Fitness Training "SHOPPING"

One-on-one or Small Groups As a full fledged and certified "Humbug", as well as a Scrooge who
cannot understand the concept of shopping, you know that this
Fitness Sessions isn't the time of year that warms my heart. Despite my feelings
at the about shopping, the idea of Christmas, "Peace on earth and good
Milford Community Centre will to all man" is right up there in my all time favourites.
Maureen O’Hara, Personal Fitness Trainer To explain more clearly, I need to distinguish how I see the
Priorities_in_Focus@hotmail.com difference between "shopping" and "buying". If I need a tool, a car
part or building material, I don't mind going out and buying it. If
it is a fairly expensive item, I even agree to price comparisons
Saint John Association for Community Living between vendors. With rare exceptions this can be done by phone
in partnership with or internet with no wasted car emissions or Mikie emissions!! I
School Districts 6 & 8 don't even mind going out and buying something for someone
Offers help in planning your child’s transition else as long as I am reasonably confident that it will either be
from school to adult life. useful or bring joy to that person.
This service is available for all high school students What annoys me to no end is the often times requirement of
in these districts with an intellectual disability. wandering stores and malls seeking inspiration on what to buy
If you would like more information, please contact that special someone. Does she already have a grinder (welder,
backhoe, etc.)?? Would she use one if I bought it?? I don't think
Kathleen Basque, Transition Facilitator so!! Would a pink grinder bring greater joy than a plain black or
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blue one?? Christmas shopping should not be a strain upon the
Funded by the Government of Canada and the Province
of New Brunswick through the Canada-NewBrunswick soul!!
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Shopping to me is when - A. You know you have to spend money
SAINT JOHN ASSOCIATION or be in the dog house (already crowded with Jet) or B. You want
for COMMUNITY LIVING to spend money but ... you don't have a single solitary clue as to
what to buy. So the default behaviour when you are this uncertain
is to ... "Play it safe"!! Fill up the shopping cart with shampoo,
some stinky stuff, tooth paste, anti-wrinkle cream (with a note
that says "It's for when you need it in ten or twenty years!!),
1 Hour deodorant, large toilet paper (if you need to add bulk), and then
throw in some chocolate or other sweet stuff and you are good to
Manicure $20 go!! Yippee!! Mikie has taken hours of painful shopping and
condensed it into a 22 minute buying spree. But is this really the
Christmas spirit??

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214-1165 world who thinks like Mikie, I invite you to spend the next few
weeks wandering the backwoods where the only shopping
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MILL RATS HELP FIGHT HUNGER
More than 6,000 Sports fans from Sussex to St. Stephen picked
up tickets to the Mill Rats pre-season opener, which will be held
on Thursday, December 9th 7:00pm at Harbour Station. The
tickets were a gift from Rogers Communications and in return
fans are asked to bring a non-perishable food item to the game
or donate a Toonie to the Community Food Basket.
“If every fan donates $2 at the game, we stand to make more
than $12,000.00 for the food bank”, said Ian McCarthy,
President & General Manager of the Saint John Mill Rats Pro
Basketball team. “Our players will be donating food items on
opening night, and so will the players from the Quebec Kebs. I
am hopeful between players and fans we can fill the food bank’s
shelves for the holidays”.
There are 16 food banks from Sussex to St. Stephen. Last year
the Community Food Basket of Saint John gave out 7,084 food
orders, 522 more orders than the year before. A recent study by
Food Banks Canada shows the need for food banks in New
Brunswick has increased by four percent since 2009 and 14%
since 2008.
“We depend on the generosity of neighbours and friends” said
Esther Shanks, the volunteer director of the Community Food
Basket of Saint John”. We do not receive any government
money to run our operation”.
Volunteers from the Food Basket, Saint John High School and
Rogers Communications will be at the Mill Rats game
Thursday evening to accept donations of food and/or money.
Items on the food bank’s wish list include canned fruits and
vegetables, tinned tuna, sardines and salmon, breakfast cereal,
canned or powdered milk, peanut butter, flour, sugar, coffee,
tea and juices. 618

SEXUAL ABUSE SURVIVORS SUPPORT

The Saint John support group for Adult Survivors of
Childhood Sexual Abuse (anonymity respected) meets on
Saturdays, 10:30am-12:00noon and Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm
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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 SJVC - NOON NUGGET
Church Chart The next “Noon Nugget” - Life Cycle of a Board Member; One
of the keys to a strong organization is having an effective and
efficient Board of Directors, what it means, How to do it and

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE

Having a succession plan - will be held on Wednesday,
December 15th with facilitator Michael Park.
4 PM, DECEMBER 12 The Noon Nugget will be held at the SJ Volunteer Centre (66
Waterloo Street, Training Room Suite 224) with registration
Honouring the sadness the season brings
form 11:45-12:00noon and the workshop from 12:00noon-
4 PM, DECEMBER 19 1:00pm. Cost to attend is $15/person. To pre-register please
CELEBRATING THIS MOST call 658-1555 or email - training@nb.aign.com. Failure to
ANCIENT OF FESTIVE SEASONS notify of cancellation two days prior to Workshop will result
Food for the heart, mind and palate in the fee being invoiced. Prior to registration please advise if
The Uniterian Universalist Church you have any mobility restrictions.
Bring your lunch - coffee/tea provided. 603
545 Sandy Point Road by Hazen White School
A Welcoming Non-Creedal Regional Congregation
www.uucsj.org
CITY MARKET SENIOR’S CENTRE
Meals: Monday thru Friday (except holidays)11:30am-
12:30pm. Our meals are open to the public at a cost of $6.00
for a complete healthy meal - it is the best deal in town:
Monday - ground beef; Tuesday - turkey; Wednesday - ham &
potato scallop; Thursday - chicken; Friday - fish. When
Monday is a holiday, we offer Ground Beef on Tuesday, and the
menu remains as posted for the rest of the week.
Bingo: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:30-2:30 pm
Cards(45's): Wednesday evenings at 7:30pm.
For further information, contact Paula at 693-8587. We are
accessible by elevator. 607

KOC BRUNCH & CRIBBAGE

The Knights of Columbus (#9176) will be
holding ‘Brunch’ the fourth Sunday of each
month from 10:30am-1:00pm at St.
Matthew’s Hall on the border of Saint
John/Grand Bay/Westfield. All are welcome
at a cost of $6.00/adult and $4.00/child and
$20/family of five. The menu includes: ham,
eggs, pancakes, sausages, beans & toast with
assorted beverages.
KOC #9176 is also holding Cribbage games every
Wednesday evening (7:00pm, $6/person) in the St.
Matthew’s church basement. Small lunch provided. All
welcomed. 702

103D Hampton Road

Rothesay
The Church of Christ Tel: 849-7776
is now meeting at the Fax: 847-1094
Carleton Community Centre on
Market Place West in Saint John.
If you would like to know more
about the church,
SALE
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participate in a Bible correspondence course
please telephone Shawn 214 -4214 or
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Fred 847-2802.
Meeting time is 10:00 a.m. on Sundays.
SALE ENDS
Please come and worship with us! Dec 19, 2010
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Reminder: HANDEL'S MESSIAH
Maestro Spencer Belyea and the Symphony Chorus &
Orchestra will be presenting a local grown, all Saint John
performance of Handel's famous oratorio, "Messiah". Maestro
GRAND BAY-WESTFIELD
Belyea will direct over 80 singers plus chamber orchestra and
four outstanding Saint John soloists. Professional soprano SPECIAL ADVANCED
Jessica McCormack and baritone Paul Bustin will be joined by
two excellent up and coming stars, Heather Flemming mezzo VOTING
soprano and Owen McCausland tenor. Geoffrey McCausland, Monday to Friday
who is a principal with the Sudbury Symphony, will be coming
home to be concertmaster for this annual performance of 9:00 am until 5:00 pm
Handel's immortal classic. The chamber orchestra will
feature talented conservatory musicians along side local Harrigan Insurance Building,
veteran performers. 192 River Valley Drive
Messiah will be performed at Trinity Church, Monday,
December 20th 7:30pm. Advanced tickets are available at
Anglican House, Princess Street, or through Trinity Church
office, 693-8558, or trinsj@nb.aibn.com $30/$20student.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear outstanding local talent
performing the world's greatest choral music. 622

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 http://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

CARD PARTIES AT ST. MATTHEW’S

St. Matthews Women’s Society, Grand Bay, weekly card
parties (45s) on Thursdays at 7:00pm sharp - refreshments OFFICIAL ELECTION DATE IS
served. 713 MONDAY, DECEMBER 13TH
VOTING WILL TAKE PLACE AT
CHRISTMAS MUSICAL IN GRAND BAY BRUNDAGE POINT RIVER CENTER
Grand Bay Baptist Choir &Friends (a combined 45 voice
choir from five churches plus kids choir) will present the
Christmas musical celebrating "The Name ... Jesus", on TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM
Sunday, December 12th at the Grand Bay Baptist Church at
10:45am and The Church of The Resurrection at 7:00pm. A THE RIVER CENTER IS
reception will follow each presentation. AVAILABLE BY PHONING
We welcome you to come and make this part of your 738-8989 OR 757-2792
Christmas experience! 723

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Christmas Candlelight Service
of Remembrance
With the onset of the holiday season we will be reminded of a
void that will be impossible to fill. At this special time of the year
our grief is compounded by the absence of our loved ones.
In serving, the Saint John and surrounding areas for many years,
we at Castle Funeral Home, Fallsview Chapel, realize the
sensitivity of the feelings you will experience as the holiday
season approaches.
From our family to yours,
we cordially invite you to attend
A TALE OF THE EPIPHANY
L'Arche Saint John is happy to present "The Tale of the
Epiphany" as their upcoming fundraiser event. It is a
wonderful evening of music, poetry, story and mime. This is
an annual event held at the Assumption Church with CBC's
Steve Webb as the host for the evening. With guest musical
performances by Edmund McDermott, Spencer Belyea and
the Saint John Chorale, Assumption parish junior choir, New
Dawn Players.
Tickets are $15 and may be purchased by calling L'Arche
Saint John at 672-6504 or at the door. Come and support
New Brunswick's first L'Arche Home!
The date is Thursday, January 6th, 2011 at 7:30pm at the
Trinity Anglican Church 115 Charlotte street, storm date is
January 7, 2011. Come and support New Brunswick’s first
L’Arche Home. This event is sponsored by CBC radio one and
the Voice Factory with all proceeds going to supporting the
non-profit, charitable organization. 807

A Christmas Candlelight
Service of Remembrance
KV BALLROOM DANCING CLUB
Ballroom dancing has been steadily growing in the KV for
Sunday, December 19, 2010 2:00 p.m.
over ten years. There are now well over 200 active ballroom
dancers in the KV area! At the heart of this is the KV Ballroom
Castle “Fallsview” Funeral Home
Dancing Club which offers a regular schedule of classes,
309 Lancaster Avenue,
West Saint John, NB
practices, and dances. Classes are held on two to three
Saturdays each month and class times for the various levels
A time of sharing, reflection, and (beginner to advanced) range from 10:00am to 2:45pm. The
Light Refreshments will be served.
Remembering. Club's instructors are Jean-Marc and Suzanne LeBlanc from
Moncton. The cost is $17/couple/one-hour class. The
deadline for joining the current session of classes has passed,
but anyone interested should register now for the next
session of classes from January to May 2011.
For further information about the KV Ballroom Dancing
Club or to register for classes in 2011, please email
NOW OPEN SUNDAYS 12PM - 5PM TILL CHRISTMAS
kvballroomdancing@rogers.com. 836
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Join us in Saint John the 3rd Monday of every month from
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 Are you new to the area?
Do you have a new baby?
Have you opened a business?

Call Welcome Wagon today to receive your basket/briefcase

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Call 866-873-9948 or visit our website www.welcomewagon.ca

DENIS MORRIS COMMUNITY CENTRE

Dabber bingo every Wednesday evening. Quarter games
5:30pm; early bird 7:00pm; regular games 7:30pm. Doors
open at 4:00pm.
Auction 45's, weekly card games, Tuesday Evening 7:30pm.
705

CHRISTMAS EVENT IN LORNEVILLE

Be sure to tell a friend - there will be Christmas Music country
style at the Lorneville Community Centre on Saturday,
December 11th starting at 6:30pm. A music filled evening
with the house band Bob Bugress, Greg Stevens, Donna
Stevenson, Mark Durelle, Willie Ownens on fiddle and Murray
Sheils. Special guests Ralph & Lynn Henderson, Hazel Marie
Robertson, Del Worden, Gene O’Connor, Rick & Cheryl
Russel, Fraser Smith, Jimmy Lee, Living Water Trio, Barbie
Joe O'Connor, Donna Blanchard, Claire Graham, Janice
Moore, Alexander Banks, Maureen Humphrey, The
Newfoundland Connection Tony & Jerry, and Santa.
Tickets $10 at Grand Bay Guardian, Mikes Jewelery Repair,
Lorneville Convenience and at the door. 731

SALE AT ST. JUDE’S

The Golden Gals craft group is sponsoring a Craft & New-to-
You Sale on Saturday, December 11th from 11:00am-1:00pm
at St. Jude’s Anglican Church (319 Lancaster Street) in Saint
John. Admission is free and we invite you to join us for a free
cup of coffee and a sweet. 726

LADIES VOLLEYBALL
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 (new number). 719

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 RIDING FOR THE CURE
HO! HO! HO! This ride was started 2008 to honour our dear friend, and
fellow horse woman Tammy Costan who lost her battle with
Almost the breast cancer in February of that year. What a great day we had
for our 35 riders. Thanks to all those who turned out, helped,
Holidays you know fund raised or just showed up to ride. Thanks to you all we
raised close to $2,300! That is amazing for our small group!
Our winners this year were: Highest Fundraisers - Cheryl
Entertainment 50% off Hodgins, Dorthy Durie, and Amanda Greenslade; Pinkest
$774.50 Horse & Rider - Maxine Cook; Poker Run - Matt Cole and
Rachel Curtis.
I would like to thank, Greenhawk, Rothesay Ave; Shur-Gain,
Rothesay Ave; Co-op Quispamsis and Groom'N Zoom for
donating prizes. Thanks also to Seely Lodge for supplying our
lunch. 822

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19 Waterloo Street, Saint John, 657-7632

Mon - Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9:30am-5pm www.simplyfurniture.ca SJ COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE
The Saint John Community Christmas Exchange is a
volunteer non-profit, charitable organization operated by a
Board of 15 Directors, made up of representatives from
churches, the Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul and
interested individuals from the Saint John and area
communities.
Individuals or groups wishing to assist a family or make a
donation for a Christmas dinner may do so by contacting the
Christmas Exchange office at 634-7868. The Christmas
Exchange Office will be open until noon, December 21st
Monday to Friday from 9:00am until 3:00pm. 821

ADULT SKATING IN SAINT JOHN

Come out and enjoy adult skating at Harbour Station on
Mondays from 8:30-9:30am with live music. For more
information call Cole 721-6362. 609

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314 Rothesay Avenue 634-1050
Family owned and operated since 1945
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CHRISTMAS DELIGHTS CONCERT
The Portland United Church will be holding a “Christmas
Delights” concert on Tuesday, December 14th at 7:30pm. The
evening will include the Saint John Men’s Chorus, directed by
David Mitchell in partnership with the Salvation Army
Auxiliary.
Tickets are $15 and are available at Dave Shoot’s Books
Cellar, Pictures Plus, Veronica’s Music and Kennebecasis
Drugs. 811
A New Direction: Saint John’s Choice for
Growth and Change
SEA BELLES CHRISTMAS CHORUS We are moving into the next phase of PlanSJ, and want
Sea Belles Chorus is offering free public performances of to hear what you think about the draft Choice for
seasonal music throughout the Saint John area during the Growth and Change at the New Direction Open House:
Holiday season. Performances are being held at Brunswick
Square on Saturday, December 18th from 2:00-3:00pm; as Wednesday, December 8th, 5-9pm
well as Lancaster Mall on Saturday, December 11th from 2:00- Grand Hall at 40 Charlotte Street
3:00pm. (across from the City Market)
Come and enjoy the beautiful four part harmony of Sea
Belles Chorus - ordinary women making extraordinary music! Drop in anytime from 5-9pm to view and comment on
For more information, contact Bernice at 214-4419. 815 the Choice and talk to the PlanSJ team. Presentation at
5:30pm.
Deadline for comments on the Choice for Growth and
Change is Monday, January 10th, 2011.
For more information: www.saintjohn.ca/plansj,
plansj@saintjohn.ca, 635-2000, or at the PlanSJ
Storefront on the 2nd level of Brunswick Square.

FESTIVE CELEBRATION FOR ALL

Candlelight, live music, festive refreshments and retelling of
House of Julie
Tailoring Dressmaking Alterations
the ancient stories in celebration of this, the most ancient
and multifaceted of humankind's festive seasons. Young and Call for appointment:
old, spiritual or secular, something for everyone at 4:00pm on 506 653 8595
Sunday, December 19th at the Unitarian Universalist Church, or email:
545 Sandy Point Road near Hazen White School. julie@houseofjulie.ca
You're Invited! www.uucsj.org. 813

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FUNDRAISING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS
SEASON
Since 2002, PRO Kids has helped over 4,000 local children
and youth to participate in many different recreation
activities. You can help PRO Kids continue their great work:
Get in shape for the season by attending Zumba classes
instructed by Robyn Giffin every Sunday evening at 7:00pm
until January 9th, 2011 at Glen Falls School. Admission is
$5/adult, $8 /adult with one child under 12, and $10/adult
with two children under 12.
For more information on PRO Kids, call 658-2908. 624
506 467 1001
506 662 4766
506 755 0687
506 608 0775 FUNDY SPECIAL OLYMPICS
506 392 0985 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,
Linda Walsh 849-6612 or Jeff Cormier at 674-9888. 820
ABC’S OF FRAUD
Did you know that up to October 31st of 2010 8,288
Canadians lost almost 30 million dollars to mass marketing
fraud and 5,100 Canadians were victims of identity theft
totaling $7,338,693.75!
The ABC’s of Fraud Awareness Program, sponsored by the
New Brunswick Securities Commission and the Saint John
Volunteer Centre, presents a free program illustrating the
latest frauds and scams and supplying hand outs and
information.
Call us for information and let us help you to Recognize It,
Report It and Stop It! Sharon Stout (English) or Marie
LeBlanc (French), Provincial Coordinators - Saint John
Vo l u n t e e r C e n t r e 6 5 8 - 1 5 5 5 o r 8 7 7 - 3 3 2 - 1 5 5 5 ;
Vol.training@nb.aibn.com, www.volunteercentresj.com.
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Has it been serviced in the last year?
If not, you should be calling MC Clean Air
for a complete cleaning, service and check-up.
Saint John, NB For an appointment, call 631-0841
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JANES, BLANCHE
With sadness, Linda Janes, Ottawa, only daughter, and her
brother Ralph Tippett announce the passing of their
mother Mrs. Blanche E. Tippett Janes, 91 of Acamac and
formerly West Saint John on Saturday, October 23, 2010.
Also survived by grandsons Tim Tippett, Oak Point and
Todd Janes, great grandsons Matthew Greene, Saint John
and Wyatt Janes, Alberta and only surviving sister Mrs.
Margaret Griffith 95, Pamdenec. Predeceased by loving
husband Mr. George F. M. Janes in 1983 and grandsons
Tony Tippett 1980 and Geoff Janes 2009. Funeral took
place at Brenan's on Tuesday 26 October, 2010. Blanche
was born on King St. West in 1919 to Mr. Edwin and Mrs.
Jenny (Scott) Tippett. The youngest of 5 daughters, she
will be especially remembered for her vivid sense of
humour.
Donations to Alzheimer's in Mom's memory would be
greatly appreciated by Linda. Thank you all. 730
NUTCRACKER BALLET
The Nutcracker Ballet, presented by Gala Ballet Company
and featuring principal dancers from the Royal Winnipeg
Ballet will be taking place on Saturday, December 11th at
8:00pm & Sunday, December 12th at 2:00pm. Tickets are on
sale at the Imperial Theatre Box Office, 674-4100 or through
the website at www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca.
Waterton's
Fashions for Him & Her
Take the Worry
Out of Holiday Shopping!
We pay the HST on all
Regular Priced Merchandise!
*Complimentary Gift Wrapping*
*Gift Certificates*
9 Charlotte Street “Look for the Purple Door!”
657-5525
Begin the festive season with this classic winter tale of a
magical land where dreams can come true. Children of all
ages are sure to enjoy this incredible show. 623
TEMPORARY FOSTER HOMES/PARENTS
ca-r-ma.org - Saint John is sending out an urgent plea. We are
in need of temporarily foster homes/parents to help our
newly sprung - spring kittens. We provide all supplies, such as,
litter, food, toys, and other equipment necessary. Doing this
gives our organization a little extra time needed to find these
furry feline friends their FURever homes.
If you have some spare time, spare room and an obvious love
for cats, please contact us for more information - carma-
angela@hotmail.com or 672-CATS (2287). 806

Seasons Greetings
a l Fi ref i g hter s Associati
Roy on
Some fire safety tips from the members of the
Royal Firefighters Association for this holiday season:
• Choose a fresh Christmas tree. Water daily and locate it
away from any heat sources.
• Inspect all Christmas lights for cracked wiring before use.
• Use candles with care, do not leave them unattended.
• Christmas wrappings should be thrown away, do not burn in
your fireplace or stove.
• Emergency Only Dial 911.

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 ON OUR CONVER
Canada Games Centre Aquatique WABANAKI OPERATION NIGHT HAWK
Aquatic Centre Jeux du Canada It Starts with Scouting. Wabanaki Operation Night Hawk was
held on November 26th-28th at Camp Holderville. We had 10
1985 - 2010 Patrols from St. Stephen through to Kennebecasis
participate in the Winter Event. All the Troops went through

Holiday Special
the weekend experiencing rain, snow, strong winds, cold
weather and some sun. The Night Hawk Crest was divided
into two parts and everyone had to meet another Scout to
receive the opposite piece. This got the youth and adults
You can now Purchase meeting the entire Camp Site.
10 Pass Adult Zumba On Saturday afternoon, there was a demonstration of
Outdoor Cooking by Bill Mahaffy and the Venturers. The
& Youth Zumba Competition started at 6:30pm with all the Scouts prepared
for a night of skills and activities. After the Competition, Jim
Punch Cards! Simms, Area Commission and Bill Mahaffy, Trainer, had a late
night compiling all the scores and for the first time, there was
Only $50+tax a three-way tie for First Place.
Greaitng Purchase at the Front Desk On Sunday Morning Bill Mahaffy lead Scouts Own at the
Stockffers Closing Ceremony. Jim Simms and Brenda Graham,
Stu
During the month of Registrar presented the Night Hawk Trophy and Certificates
December present a valid
fitness membership to the following: Three-way-Tie for 1st Place - 2nd St. Stephen
from another facility Patrol 201, 1st Ketepec Patrol 203 and 1st Ketepec Patrol 207;
and receive our 2nd Place - 2nd St. Andrews; 3rd - Place - 1st Westfield.
For times and more details head to Special $3.75 Drop in Fee. All the participates took home a weekend of memories,
aquatics.nb.ca. or call 658-4715 smiles, lots of fun, and above all, the friendship that
happened at Scout Camp.
Brenda Graham, Registrar Wabanaki Operation Night Hawk. 727

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perfect for the
upcoming season.
Great gift ideas; Three-way Tie for 1st place at Night Hawk, 2nd St.
hats, scarves, Stephen and two Patrols from 1st Ketepec
sheepskin slippers,
gloves and so
much more. “We will HUFF ‘N PUFF and blow your house in”
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ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #87
Greenwich, NB
Mondays - 7:00pm, Jam Session (none on
holidays).
Tuesdays - 7:00pm, darts.
Fridays - 7:00pm, Games Room open.
Saturdays - 3:00pm, Games Room open.
Teen Night in the Games Room: the last Friday of
every month for ages 12-18. Lots of fun to
be had - hosted by Cory Vale (468-1816).
Canteen will be open - come on out and
bring a friend. No charge.
Friday, December 31st - New Years Dance with DJ Hunter Sounds
- light lunch - come celebrate New Year’s Eve with friends and
neighbours! $12/person. Anyone is interest in buying New Year’s
tickets can contact Tammy Sousa 738-1062 or Lynn Vail 468-2927
and Rose Linton 757-2963.
Anyone interest in helping out with any Legion event or who
would like to become a member; the monthly meetings are
held at the Legion on the second Thursday of each month.

Catherwood St.
The next meeting is Thursday December 9th at 7:00pm or you
may contact Rose Linton at 757-2963.
Legion Rental: Contact Lynn Vail 468-2927. St. Stephen Sussex
Everyone welcome! 711

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Tuesday, December 7th - 7:00pm, dance with Delbert Worden www.fundamentalbaptistchurch.org
in the Memorial Lounge.
Friday, December 10th - 9:00pm, Karaoke with Jed & Moe in
the Lower Bar.
Friday, December 17th - 9:00pm, Karaoke with Norm Boucher
in the Lower Bar.
Friday, December 24th - 1:00pm, Dance with Delbert Worden
in the Lower Bar.
Saturday, December 11th, 18th - 2:00pm, Dance with Donnie
& Delbert in the Lower Bar.
Saturday, December 25th - Closed
Sunday, December 26th - Closed
Friday, December 31st - 9:00pm, New Year’s Eve with Donnie Open House
& the Trio in the Upper Hall.
Saturday, January 1st - 1:00pm, New Year’s Day with Donnie &
& Christmas Sale!
Delbert in the Upper Hall. December 11 & 12 (Sat. & Sun.)10 am - 5 pm
Sunday, January 2nd - No dance. 710 December 18 & 19 (Sat. & Sun.)10 am - 5 pm

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 OPEN MEETING - CLIMATE JUSTICE
What is Climate Justice: Come and share your ideas on
Thursday, December 9th from 7:00-9:00pm at the NB
REFRIGERATION INC. Museum in Market Square. Admission is free and there will be
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making a difference.
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DEAR EDITOR
647-5525 Hope for Ms update: Almost 300 people came to the
30 Rockefeller Dr Lancaster Branch 69 Legion on November 6th to share, and
Quispamsis, NB learn about the Liberation Treatment (also known as CCSVI).
paulbonn@nb.sympatico.ca
Tim Donovan, who has successfully had the procedure, gave a
slide presentation and shared his story about his battle with
MS and the positive impact the Libberation Treatment has
had on his life. Mr. Donovan later opened the meeting up,
welcoming questions and concerns.
Others came forward to share their
stories as well. Three individuals from
Moncton; two from Fredericton and
one from Dipper Harbour spoke of their
journeys to other countries to obtain
the CCSVI treatment and how that
decision has impacted their life.
All had positive symptom relief. Some
had similar symptom relief while others
were individual in their benefits.
However, the improved symptoms listed
were: Brain Fog diminished or
eliminated; Standing or walking
without the assistance of a cane or
walker; Now able to stand for long
periods of time; Fatigue greatly
improved or eliminated; Improved
bladder control; Improved balance;
Improved stamina/energy; - Numbness,
to feet and hands, greatly improved or
e l i m i n a t e d ; N o m o r e
swallowing/choking issues; Colour
improved; No need to take further
drugs; Quality of life greatly improved
Dorothy Shephard, MLA for Saint John
Lancaster attended and spoke. Her
message was to encourage us to write to
our government officials pressing for
this treatment to be performed in
Canada. She can be contacted at
MOTORCYCLES SNOWBLOWERS GENERATORS dorothy.shephard@gnb.ca.
FROM FROM FROM On November 8th, we learned that Tim
Donovan applied for the return of his
$1,799 *
$999 $999
* *
driver's license. After an extensive
examination his licence was reinstated;
something he was told would never
happen.
We believe this procedure, along with
the follow up testing, needs to be done
Eldridge’s Honda in Canada. People who suffer from MS
1230 Fairville Blvd, Saint John could have a better quality of life and
635-1223
*Prices are based on the following new models; CRF50F/ HS520C2/EU100 with MSRPs of $1799/$999/$999, respectively. All applicable freight, assembly and pre-delivery
our health care system could benefit as
well. We believe this is a health issue, an
inspection charges , licence, registration and applicable taxes are extra. Offers valid at participating Honda Motorcycle and Power Equipment dealers in Canada only. Dealer may sell
for less. Prices/offers subject to change or extension without notice. Errors and omissions excepted. Dealer order or trade may be necessary. See dealer for full details.
economical issues and moral issue. 620

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SJ FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
1 Market Square, Saint John, 643-7220
Preschool Storytime: 10:30-11:00am, Wednesdays & Saturdays
for ages 3-5. Theme based stories, songs, fingerplays and lots
of crayons too! Younger children welcome with an adult.
Toddler Time: If you are between 18 & 36 months, bring your
favourite adult for 30 minutes of fingerplays, rhymes, songs
and stories. Please pre-register by calling 643-7239. Morning
Program - Tuesdays - December 7th & 14th 10:30-11:00am; 1 Market Square, 2nd level, Saint John, NB E2L 4Z6
Evening program - Thursdays, December 9th & 16th (pj’s 506.642.SPA5 (7725)
welcome) 6:30-7:00pm.
Hackmatack Reading Club: 3:45-4:45pm, explore, read and
discuss books by Canadian authors nominated for the Present this Coupon to
Hackmatack Children’s Choice book Award. Geared to
Grades 4-6. The next meeting is Friday, December 17th.
Family Drop-in: Children and their parents/caregivers can
enjoy books and activity sheets based on a theme that changes Receive $100 off a full
weekly. Available anytime the library is open.
Wednesday, December 8th - 1:00am-1:00pm, Christmas Open
House; 12:00noon-1:00pm, Traditional Book Club -
Keratin Treatment*
discussing Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson. All are
welcome, for more info call 643-7237; 2:30-3:30pm, Wii OR
bowling for adults, no experience necessary. Call 643-7236 for
more info.
Saturday, December 11th - 9:30-10:15am, Music & Muffins Receive a free
“Seasons Greetings” - the SJ String Quartet will supply the
music and we’ll supply breakfast. Storytime follows at
10:30am.; 2:00-3:00pm, Chess Club for children and teens of
Shellac Application
all ages and playing levels. Help is available. Phone 643-7237
for more info. with an
Wednesday, December 15th - 12:00noon-1:00pm, Book Club
for Men - Doyle, Roddy. The Commitments. New York: Vintage,
1987.Wednesday, December 15th or Saturday, December 18th
Aveda Hand Treatment*
- 10:30am, Storytime Christmas Party. Holiday stories, tasty * Cannot be combined
treats and a Christmas craft to take home. This is our final with any other offers.
storytime of the year. Storytime resumes on January 6th. Offers Expire Dec 30, 2010
Conversation, Cards & Checkers for Adults - from 2:30-3:30
on alternate Wednesdays (December 15th).
Newcomer’s Coffee Hour: Tuesdays from 2:00-3:00pm. Practice
your English in a comfortable setting. Looking for English
speaking volunteers. Offering: Pedicures
Young Volunteers: 3:45-5:00pm Wednesdays until December Massage Therapy Waxing
15th. Application forms are available at the circulation desk. Acupuncture Electrolysis
Phone 643-7237 for more information. Reflexology Hair Color Specialist
Holiday Hours: The library will be closed on December 24th,
25th, 26th & 27th. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, Facials Makeup
December 28th. The library will close at 5:00pm on Friday, Skin Remodeling Retail Boutique
December 31st and remain closed until Tuesday, January 4th, Manicures Gift Cards Available
2011. 602

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 KOC MINI-BINGO
WE PROTECT, YOU SAVE ... The Fr. Thomas Beck Lancaster Council 8094, Knights of
Columbus are sponsoring non-smoking Dabber Mini-bingo at
the Msgr. Osborne Family Centre (basement of St. Rose
School), Manawagonish Road, Saint John West on Tuesdays,
at 6:30pm. Admission - non-perishable food item, 50 cents for
three face card. 703

DONATION TO RV LIONS
A cheque presentation was recently made to the RV Lions by
the River Road Co-op. 720

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201 River Valley Dr., Grand Bay
Tel: 738-8500
Toll Free: 866-738-8500 Insurance Company L-R: Allan McTaggart; Wanda Gallant, 1st Year
Director; Irason Nickerson; Leonce Arsenault,
President; Don Hutchinson, Secretary-Treasurer.
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REFRIGERATION & SOPHIA RECOVERY CENTRE
AIR-CONDITIONING INC.
Are you female and needing help to deal with your addiction?
Established 1990 The Sophia Recovery Centre is a non-residential facility for
Saint John 634-7565 female youth and women recovering from addiction. Our
centre is the only one of its kind in NB - a place that is safe for
Ductless Split Heat Pumps all women and offers a 12 step spirituality-based program of
recovery, professional counseling and many other services.
The Most Efficient Mini-Split There are no waiting lists and all services are free of charge.
Fujitsu 10 year parts & labour warranty Our mission at Sophia Recovery Centre is to help you
overcome your difficulties and get your life back. We look
forward to speaking with you. Call 506-633-8783,
s o p h i a r e c o v e r y c e n t r e . c o m ;
info@sophiarecoverycentre.com. You’re invited to attend
our regular women's only open AA meetings on Wednesdays
at 7:00pm and Alanon meetings Saturdays at 10:30am - 83
Hazen Street, Saint John. 802

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SUPPORT TO LOCAL PROGRAMS
The Saint John United Way recently presented Key Industries
with funding support 616 munro
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Lighting Design Center

Computer Sales and Service

61 Marsh Street Tel. • 506-635-1413
Saint John, NB Fax • 506-635-0619
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PET BIRD RESCUE

Elizabeth Jadoo, United Way Executive Director (left), and
Danny Jardine, Program Funding Chair (centre) present
Christine Evans from Key Industries a cheque in the amount
of $1,500 towards their Elite support program for severely
disabled clients.
ADULT SKATING IN SAINT JOHN
Come out and enjoy adult skating at Harbour Station on
Mondays from 8:30-9:30am with live music. For more
information call Cole 721-6362. 609
Located at 95 Neck Road, Summerville, “Pet Bird Rescue” is a
non-profit rescue centre for pet birds who have been
neglected or cannot remain in their present home. An effort
is made to find homes for them, or a home will be provided
until other arrangements can be made. For those who are
turning in pets - cage, toys and food must be provided.
For more information contact 506-763-3323. 825
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
The 4th Thursday of each month at the Saint
John Alzheimer Society office 152 Westmorland
Rd, beginning at 7:00pm. 604

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 WEST BRANCH LIBRARY
Lancaster Mall, 643-7260,
Westbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca
Wednesday, December 8th - 6:30pm, Teen Graphic Novel
Book Club.
Saturday, December 11th - 11:00am, Adult Graphic Novel
Book Club.
Tuesday, December 14th - 2:30pm, Open House at the Library
- Chicken Soup for the Christmas Soul - chicken soup made
from scratch and Leftover Dazzlers that’s good for the heart.
Enjoy cider and treats form 11:00am-2:00pm. Knits for Kids -
fill our mitten tree, donations to Hestia House and Romero
House.
Thursday, December 16th - 7:00pm, Mystery Book Club.
In the Gallery: St. Malachy’s High School - “Twisted
Forgeries”.
Seasonal Hours: The library will be closed December 24th-27th
& January 1st. Closed at 5:00pm on December 29th, 30th &
31st. Regular winter hours will resume on Tuesday, January
4th, 2011.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 708

ART FOR FUN

Art for the fun of it for anyone over 50 will be held on
Thursday afternoons at the Market Place Wellness Centre, SJ
West. No previous experience required.
Please call 674-4335 for information or to register. 715

MILFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE

Sundays & Wednesdays - Exercise classes at 7:00pm.
Tuesdays & Thursdays - Zumba Classes (7:00pm on Tuesday
and 7:30pm on Thursday).
Tuesdays - 1:00pm, Milford Merrymakers Seniors’ Club, new
members always welcome.
Thursdays - 1:00pm, Bridge Club. New members welcome. For
information call Ron at 763-2150.
Saturday, December 18th - 2:00-4:00pm, Children’s Christmas
Party. Pre-registration necessary call Darlene 672-1222, Sheila 654-
1602 or Jackie 672-8984.
Rental information: Wheelchair accessible space available
for showers, parties, weddings, etc. There is also a large space
available on the upper level suitable for long term rentals
such as classroom instruction, arts & crafts courses, small
business. For more information contact Jackie at 672-8983.
714

River Valley
Flowers Grand Bay-Westfield
738-3249

Christmas Open House

Thursday, December 9 12 - 8PM
Receive 10% off Christmas orders placed at open house.
Come on in and see our fresh and silk arrangements.

Door Prizes Refreshments

Red Hatter Items Delivery Available

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TRANSITIONS - HIGH SCHOOL & BEYOND
There is a flurry of activity at this time of year as we prepare
for the holiday season and the long winter ahead. This passing
from one season to another is made easier and more
enjoyable, ultimately, with thoughtful planning, preparation
and a positive attitude.
Similarly, the transition to life after high school is made
smoother with a plan. For high school students with an
intellectual disability, such as Down's Syndrome or Autism
Spectrum Disorder (ASD), careful planning is also important.
A transition plan begins with a vision that is positive and
possible for the future of the student and his or her family. It
is a process that respects student choices at all stages, and is
meant to address the particular needs of the individual and
will be as unique as the student is.
A Transition Facilitator can help with this process by
meeting with the student, family and school-based team to
discuss the student's goals and identify the services and
supports that will be needed to meet these objectives. The
goals can be related to employment, post-secondary training,
social inclusion or independent living.
The Transition Facilitator may take the leadership role in the
development of a transition plan. While the role of
professionals is important, the process will be far more
effective if a student and his or her parents take an active role
in sharing ideas and responsibilities. Parents can take a
leadership role by developing ongoing and positive
communication with teachers and the other professionals
involved. It also helps when families have been proactive by
fostering a growing independence and healthy self-esteem at
home by adding rights and responsibilities as the child grows
and matures over time.
Congratulations
Dave Bartlett, along with the management and staff of
Ossekeag Publishing, would like to congratulate
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For more information on assistance please contact:
Kathleen Basque Transition Facilitator, School Districts 6 &
8; 658-2122 or 654-0413; kathleen.basque@nbed.nb.ca. 816
CRISIS LINES AVAILABLE
Crisis lines are available to victims of crime and the general
public: SEXUAL ASSAULT CRISIS LINE (call collect) 1-506-
454-0437 - an answering service will take your call and a crisis
counselor will call you back; CHIMO - Inuit word for
friendship open 24/7 everyday and holidays - listening and
resources for all types of life problems - 1-800-667-5005;
MOBILE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS LINE - 1-888-811-3664.
The Saint John Regional Hospital has a Sexual Assault Crisis
Nurse on call 24/7. 824

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 CARLETON CHORISTERS CONCERT
A Choristers’ Christmas will be held on Tuesday, December
7th 7:30pm at Carleton Kirk United Church, 1 Carleton Kirk
INDEPENDANT
DEALER Place, Lower West Side. The Carleton Choristers are
presenting their annual Christmas Concert which is sure to
put you in the Christmas spirit. Directed by Claire Driscoll
Ventilation & Sheet Metal and accompanied by Christopher Lane, this choir has
Air to Air & Geothermal Heat Pumps
Radiant Floor Heating something for everyone from humour to the traditional.
Design, Installation & Service Tickets are $8 and can be purchased from anyone in the
Ductless Split Heat Pumps choir or at the door. You can also contact 674-0005 for more
information. 721
Stirling McNamara Sean McNamara
636-1161 333-5785
srm1@nbnet.nb.ca
Hampton, NB www.srmresidential.ca
RCL CARLETON # 02
290 Ludlow St. West
Ladies Auxiliary are holding “25¢ Bingo” every
ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT SERVICE Sunday from 1:00-4:00pm. 50/50 Draw, canteen,
The Christmas season is upon us with all it's hustle and free tea and coffee.
bustle. We at Saint Columba Presbyterian Church wish to Cribbage - partners only ($10/person) every
invite you to celebrate this season with us during our Annual Friday at7:00pm; 50/50 and canteen. Everyone
Candlelight Service. The choir will be presenting "The Joyous welcome. 712
News of Christmas", a cantata, under the enjoyable and
dedicated direction of the Rev. Melvin Fawcett. Through the QUILTING WORKSHOPS
combination of sung duets, solos and group pieces, we hope Join us at St. Columba, Managwagonish Road every Thursday
everyone who attends will take home the message of the 10:00am-2:00pm. Come and enjoy the fellowship of quilting.
Christmas Season. Bring a friend , enjoy the programs learn a most enjoyable and
The Candlelight Service will take place at 1454 time-honoured skill.
Manawagonish Road on Sunday, December 19th at 6:30pm For further information contact: Sandra Betts 672-4636,
with a reception to follow in the church hall. sgbetts@nbnet.nb.ca; or Norah Sullivan-O’Toole 674-1639,
Call 635-2091 for more info. Merry Christmas! 724 norahsullivan@hotmail.com. 613

“Music in the Mall”

Enjoy Christmas music
all afternoon

Come and visit

Santa!
Friday 4pm-8pm
Saturday 12pm-6pm
Sunday 12pm-4pm

621 Fairville Boulevard Lancaster Mall Gift Certificates

Saint John available at Java Moose, Hairacys,
www.lancastermall.ca Administration Office and at the Mall Kiosk

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CHRISTMAS CONCERT SERIES
The internationally acclaimed Harbour View Choral
Ensemble will mark the Christmas Season with two
concerts - first in the series, The Sacred Sounds of
Christmas, will take place at the Church of the Assumption
on Tuesday, December 7 th beginning at 7:30pm. This
program will focus entirely on sacred Christmas music,
most of it from Europe. The choir will be accompanied by a
small chamber orchestra and also featured in the concert
will be some Christmas organ music, featuring the
director of the Harbour View Choral Ensemble, Michael
Molloy.
There is no admission charge, but there is a suggested
donation of $7.00, as well as a non-perishable food item to
be given the West Side Food Bank.
All proceeds will go towards the choir’s upcoming trip to
Germany and Austria.
On Wednesday, December 15 th Harbour View High School
will celebrate Christmas with the traditional sounds of the
season, as students, staff, and community gather together
for the 14th annual Christmas at Harbour View beginning at
7:30pm. The concert in the school auditorium will feature
the Harbour View Choral Ensemble, Harbour Jazz, a 22
voice jazz choir, and CODA - the HV Choral Ensemble
Alumni Choir, as well as the Grade 10 Band - a 45 piece
band comprised of students in Grade 10 Instrumental
Music. A number of student soloists and small ensembles
will also be featured. The program will include new and
traditional music for the Christmas season, including
some updated arrangements of popular Christmas
favourites. There will also be the opportunity for the
audience to join with the choirs in singing some well
known Christmas carols.
General admission is $10.00, $5.00/students/seniors,
and $25.00/families. There will also be a sale of Christmas
specialty stockings, a Christmas Bake Sale, and a raffle.
For further information, contact: Michael Molloy,
Harbour View High School, phone 643-2912 or e-mail:
michael.molloy@gnb.ca. 722

SUPPERS AT ST. GEORGE’S

Sundays: 4:30-5:30pm, George’s Café a community free
supper is held at St. George’s Anglican, 100 Watson Street.
Come and bring your family and friends. If you would like to
make a donation to this community outreach, please call
635-8620 any time. 704

Saint John’s newest Yarn Store & Scrapbook Store are now open!!
Owned by Owned by
Trish Irvine Christine Ranson
Affordable products, classes for every level, a place to come
and knit/scrapbook during store hours, knowledgeable staff,
friendly atmosphere. Come check us out!
Mention this Ad and receive 10% off your purchase!
Mon-Tues: 9:30am-5pm, Wed-Fri: 9:30am-9pm, Sat: 10am-5pm
77 Catherwood St, West Saint John (506)653-0995
Thank You
I wish to thank my children, brothers, friends and
neighbours for their many acts of kindness during
my recent surgery.
Your prayers, visits, e-mails, phone calls, cards,
flowers and food were very much appreciated.
I would also like to thank all the staff on 3CN,
extra-mural nurses and Mark Leary, the Baptist Chaplain.
Last but not least, a thank you to Myra & Herb
for caring for our dog.
David Nice,
Hampton

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 ®
Be Happy. Be Healthy. Belong.
Saint John YMCA - YWCA
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.
December Special
6 week membership and 3 Personal Training Sessions for $75.00
Would make a great stocking stuffer!!
Interested in becoming a swimming instructor?
For more information, please contact
YMCA - YWCA of Saint John
693-YMCA(9622) www.saintjohnY.com
www.facebook.com/SaintJohnY and www.twitter.com/Y_SaintJohn
Child Care Camping Fitness Community Outreach
WesTides – December 7, 2010
Musings
By Debbie Hickey
GREMLINS AND WHITE KNIGHTS
You may recall from previous Musings that I joined a beginner
Tai Chi group this fall. After the initial couple of weeks
stressing that I couldn't remember the sequence of moves, I
relaxed and have been enjoying the mental challenge. At the
end of this week's class there had been some wet snow that had
fallen and frozen to the car windshield. I started the car and
turned the heat on to start the melting process and looked for
the snowbrush/scraper. Since it was the first time this season
that I needed to scrape my windshield (the joys of a garage!),
the brush was still in the trunk. No sweat. Put the car in neutral
and made sure the emergency brake was on before hopping out
of the car (I had the Subaru which is standard shift). Eventually
found the brush (trunk light is apparently burned out) and
merrily scraped the windshield. Done. Like I said, no sweat.
Still on a high from the class and watching the Saint John
group do the full set that I am still learning. Time to go home.
Perhaps not . . . the car doors are locked. There I stand,
snowbrush in hand, locked out of my running car. My purse,
with the cell phone I carry but rarely use, is in the car. Back
inside to borrow a phone to call M.A.A. (that's Mikie's Auto
Association, an exclusive club with great rates but the service is
sometimes a little grumpy).Fortunately I was just ten minutes
from home, so the White Knight (okay maybe mostly gray) was
able to bail me out fairly quickly and off home I went (with him
right behind me). His only comment was "Next time leave your
window down" - quite restrained under the circumstances.
So where does the gremlin come in? Although Michael is
certain I accidently locked the doors myself as I exited the car, I
am equally certain I did not. The Subaru does have an auto door
lock that locks all of the doors the first time the brakes are
applied after starting the car. The door locks release when the
car is turned off, but it is sometimes a real nuisance when
dropping someone off with the car still running. I am sure that
there is a gremlin in
that system
somewhere that
locked me out of my
running car.
At any rate, the few
minutes I was
waiting for my
white knight to
arrive were well
spent by scraping
the ice off the
windshields of the
cars of those who
were meeting
inside. My good
deed for the day.
Earlier that day my
brother had bailed
out Michael with a
problem with his
truck, Michael was
on his way to bail
me out, the least I
could do was pay it
forward. Gotta love
winter. 801
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ENTERTAINMENT
MARIE SHORT COUNTRY Christmas Concert, Sunday, December 12,
2:00pm, Hampton High School, featuring all our regulars along with special
guests Living Water Trio, Gordon Brown, Vera DeAmbrose, Matt Hayes,
Allison Inch. Admission $12.00 at the door.
FIREWOOD
SPRINGFIELD FIREWOOD dry, seasoned, split firewood, delivered. Call
485-2349.
TIRED OF GETTING THE WRONG size wood? Fire wood cut to specification.
Call Doug 763-3486 or 333-5843.
PRAYERS
PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (never known to fail). O Most Beautiful
Flower of Mount Carmel. Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed
Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in my Necessity. O
Star of the Sea, help me and show me you are my mother. O Holy Mary Mother
of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of
my heart to secure my necessity (make request). There are none who can
withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have
recourse to thee (3 times), O Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times).
Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days, then publish it & it will be granted.
G.H.
REAL ESTATE
FLORIDA VACATION PROPERTY & LAND, Tarpon Springs, Florida. Mobile
home 12'x58' on large lot, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, all furniture included, fully
electric, central heat & air. Enclosed car port, screened and glassed in
Florida room. Close to fishing lake. $30.00/month association fee for use of
rec. room, shuffleboard etc. Unit is spotless and in a quiet location with a
boat landing and storage area. These units are priced to sell. Seasonal rentals
available. Pictures and further details, please contact Mrs. Terry Ballentine
at 1-727-409-1189 or tballentine@tampabay.rr.com.
FLORIDA VACATION PROPERTY & LAND, Tarpon Springs, Florida. Mobile
home 24'x50' on 50'x80' lot. Newly refurbished with new flooring, bathrooms
and kitchen. 2 bdrm, 2 bath in excellent condition. Fully electric with central
heat and air. 2 blocks from fishing lake. $30.00 per month Association fee for
use of reC. room, shuffleboard etc. Unit is spotless and in a quiet location
with a boat landing and storage area. These units are priced to sell. Seasonal
rentals available. Pictures and further details, please contact Mrs. Terry
Ballentine at 1-727-409-1189 or tballentine@tampabay.rr.com.
FLORIDA VACATION PROPERTY & LAND, Tarpon Springs, Florida. Mobile
home 14'x55' on large lot, 55'x80'. 1 bdrm, 1 1/2 baths, fully electric with
central heat & air, all furniture included. Unit has been refurbished with
flooring, bathroom & kitchen etc. Near fishing lake, unit is spotless and in a
quiet location with a boat landing and storage area. These units are priced to
sell. Seasonal rentals available. Pictures and further details, please contact
Mrs. Terry Ballentine at 1-727-409-1189 or tballentine@tampabay.rr.com.
SERVICES OFFERED
MARITIME RIGGING & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, traction chains, lifting,
towing, logging safety & netting supplies, custom tarps & shelters. Action
truck caps & accessories, select plus k.d. cabinet hardwoods & pine boards.
Call 832-1198 day/evening, Mon. - Sat.
FOR SCRAP - Cash for cars, trucks, bikes, snowmobiles, 4 wheelers, mowers,
anything made of copper, brass, aluminum. Free drop off for all metal, items
big or small, batteries. 653-0026.
GETTING MARRIED (Book Early). Civil weddings performed when and
where you choose. Telephone 847-2079.
FREE PICK UP of junk cars, trucks, tractors and farm equipment. Small fee
for appliances and small scrap. Drop off site 54 Backland Road, Kingston.
763-2933 or 333-9067.
SEWING JOBS DONE for ladies, gentlemen and children. Hems done on
pants, dresses etc., other alterations. Quick service and reasonable prices.
Call 672-2599.
DAVE'S LIGHT TRUCKING & Cleaning Service, junk, garbage, construction,
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unwanted vehicles. 832-3982 or 653-0026.
SEWING AND ALTERATIONS, men's, ladies, children and household. Picked
up and delivered, reasonable rates. Call anytime, 486-2030.
VEHICLES
WAYNE'S AUTO WORLD - In house financing. Buy, sell, lease, rent. Owner
Wayne Ganong, bus. 738-6777, cell: 647-8777. Epworth Park Road, Grand
Bay - Westfield.

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