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Chris Golding 

Mortgage Intelligence 

Getting your own house or investment property may be closer 

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Down 

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14 Cornwallis St 

Kentville NS 

678-5624 

Spring is in the Air 

Sarah Trask, HD (RHom), DSHM (Hons) 

When many plants and trees are beginning 

a new growth period and everything around 

us is coming back to life, many allergy sufferers 

can feel the life sucked out of them. More 

than one in six Canadians suffer from hay fever, 

or seasonal allergic rhinitis, and if you’re 

one of them, know that there is help in the 

way of homeopathy. 

Allergies are an immune system overreaction, 

where your immune system recognizes 

and reacts to an allergen, such as pollen in 

the air. When the allergen enters the body 

for example, through the nose, it can trigger 

an immune system reaction, which produces 

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Many people are sensitive to the over-thecounter 

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The homeopathic method of strengthening 

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that you may experience outside of the allergy 

symptoms. After analyzing your health in its 

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that is unique to your pattern of ill-health to 

HOMEOPATHIC HEALING 

Sarah Trask 

BKin, DSHomMed Hons, HD(RHom.) 

Doctor of Homeopathic Medicine 

“For years I had suffered from the absolute worst 

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Jennifer, Yarmouth 

7 Gaspereau Ave., Wolfville, NS (902) 542-2317 

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trigger the body to heal itself, and in doing 

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CONTENTS 

Buying a Home is More Affordable than you think.............................. 4 

Spring is in the Air..................................................................................................... 4 

Rush Rush!!..................................................................................................................... 6 

Professionalism in dealing with customers............................................... 7 

Money............................................................................................................................... 8 

What are my options for maintaining my pool water...................... 9 

Beauty Tips...................................................................................................................10 

Bra Doctor’s Prescription.....................................................................................11 

Mom’s the word........................................................................................................12 

Weight Loss and Your Hormones..................................................................12 

MADD.............................................................................................................................12 

“In Lieu of Flowers” - Can I Still Send Flowers.......................................13 

“Aren’t All Driving Schools The Same”.......................................................13 

Diet linked to cancer...........................................................................................15 

All Dogs Need Grooming!..................................................................................16 

The Ultimate In Sleeping Comfort................................................................17 

Towels - Get the Skinny on................................................................................18 

What is an FBAR.....................................................................................................18 

Phyllis Crossword.....................................................................................................19 

Sweet Summer Libations...................................................................................21 

May is Speech and Hearing Awareness Month!...................................21 

Chantal Pitcher - Miss Teen Canada...........................................................22 

Protect your retirement savings from health-related risks.............24 

Osteoporosis...............................................................................................................25 

Arthritis..........................................................................................................................27 

Depression...................................................................................................................27 

Client Chronicles......................................................................................................28 

Top 10 Fashion Accessories for Spring 2012..........................................28 

A GREAT BIG THANK YOU!...................................................................................29 

Sleep Apnea - It’s more than just snoring................................................30 

Carleton Road............................................................................................................30 

48 

Spring Checklist for your Pet............................................................................31 

Ask the Broker............................................................................................................35 

I Saw a Zombie!........................................................................................................38 

Thermal Bridging and Thermal Breaks.......................................................42 

Local REALTORS® Provide a Great Deal for A Great Cause!............43 

Staging makes the Difference!........................................................................44 

Featured Dish - Capitol Pub..............................................................................48 

Featured Dish - Heart’s Delight Café............................................................49 

Our Community Our Health….......................................................................50 

Avoiding Invisible Home Hazards.................................................................52 

Outdoor Spaces........................................................................................................53 

Our Community, Our Health............................................................................50 

What does Mother’s Day mean to you....................................................56 

Ah Spring!.....................................................................................................................57 

Relief for Restless Legs Syndrome.................................................................58 

Two Apple Pies & and Sundress.....................................................................59 

Valley Events...............................................................................................................56 

Our Annual Blossom of Hope Fundraiser.................................................57 

Smile… It’s BBQ Season!.....................................................................................60 

Tips for keeping your computer safe and fast!......................................61 

How to Conserve Water in the Landscape..............................................62 

The Perfect Storm.................................................................................................62 

Anticipatory Grief: What is it...........................................................................63 

Spring Is Here.............................................................................................................64 

The Daffodil.................................................................................................................64 

Safety Tips....................................................................................................................65 

Valley Events...............................................................................................................66 

Valley Wheels..............................................................................................................70 

Trailer Safety and Maintenance......................................................................70 

Do you see Caution Flags................................................................................71


Lillem Stone Surfaces 

By Greg Porter, 

President 

Rush Rush!! 

Everything we do today is at our fingertips 

as we strive to be faster and more efficient than 

ever before. The key ingredient to producing 

faster than ever be before is Innovation. 

Lillem Stone has some fantastic machinery 

producing a dozen jobs a week. We also have 

the fastest timelines unmatched by anyone in 

the province. As we grow we are maintaining 

that focus, and we still are not happy. In the 

coming months we will be adding infrastructure 

and building our team. To ensure we can 

move forward and get even faster and ensure 

great quality and service. 

When you select your colors, picture the 

whole project. The edge detail; what sink you 

will use; how the appliances will look Having 

made these decisions the process is smoother 

and making snap decisions can be avoided. 

Quick last minute decisions, even small ones, 

might affect your vision for your project. 

When you are involved in a renovation or a 

new build having to live with something and 

loving it is the goal. 

When you choose to select something in 

our inventory you can hold the slabs required 

to do your kitchen and visualize what we 

will deliver in 5-7 days from template!* That 

means next week you could be looking at your 

brand new Granite or quartz counter tops! 

Visit your Home hardware, Cabinet Company 

or Contractor today and request Lillem 

Stone to do your Project! 

A lot of Builders and designers in the Valley 

Region are already familiar with us. You also 

can visit these Valley dealers to find out more: 

Rafuse Home Building Supply 

Ocean Countertop and Design 

Palmers Home Building Supply 

Maple Leaf Home Building Supply 

On June 1st to 9th Lillem Stone will be having 

the grand opening of the new showroom! 

*Inventory needs to be selected and all pertinent 

information needs to be received before 

template. So Lillem stone can deliver on time. 

Chores 

Mother: “When I was your age, my mother 

used to hide money around the house for 

me that I would find only if I performed my 

chores particularly well. 

One time when I was cleaning out the 

cupboards for her, I found $20 under the old 

shelf paper.” 

Daughter: “Wow! What a cool idea! Why 

didn’t you ever do that with me” 

Mother: “But my dear ... I have been.” 

LILLEM STONE 

SURFACES 

1164 Parkway Drive 

Port Williams 

T: 902-542-3700 

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Professionalism 

in dealing with 

customers 

Brian Rideout 

Roysons’ Flooring 

Brian Rideout, a native of Labrador, has been 

sanding and finishing for Roysons’ Flooring for 

over seven years. He is a valued employee, 

not only for his quality of workmanship but for 

his professionalism in dealing with customers. 

What you need to know if you are thinking 

of refinishing your wood floor: 

1) Laminate and most engineered floors 

cannot be refinished. Hardwood strip flooring 

can only be sanded up to three times professionally 

before its perishable; 

2) You can change the appearance of your 

wood floor and wooden staircases by staining 

them with a multitude of colors. However, the 

wood’s natural color is most desired. Darker 

stained floor are more apt to show dust, as 

well as, scratches and wear marks; 

3) All furniture has to be moved and in 

most cases baseboards will be removed and 

replaced. Refinishing a floor will limit traffic 

for at least four days; 

4) There are several gloss oil finishes to 

choose from. Satin, semi-gloss and highgloss. 

Satin finishes is presently the popular 

choice because of its lower sheen doesn’t 

show blemishes as easily. An environmentally 

friendly vegetable oil finish, WOCA, is now being 

used because of its low lustre, the ease to 

repair and maintain and no toxic fumes; 

5) Sanding a wood floor will cause excess 

dust. Care must be taken to seal off door 

openings, cover electronics and a fan should 

be placed in a small opening to expel wood 

dust. Vacuuming the entire area is essential 

before applying finish. 

Please call the experts at Roysons’ Flooring 

for a free estimate. 

“Thank you for your excellent work refinishing 

the floors in my older home. I am very please 

with the results. Since I have been responsible 

for maintaining wood floors in my homes over 

many years and have also refinished some, 

I tend to be very fussy and probably more difficult 

to please than your average customer! I 

was especially pleased that you are able to repair 

the old and currently unused air vents. Your 

workers took the effort to find wood of the same 

width and to “peel back” sections of old flooring 

so that the new pieces were integrated to create 

an “original flooring” rather than a “patched 

flooring” effect. The overall quality of your work 

exceeds earlier repairs done a number of years 

before I purchased the house. Your workers were 

also polite, neat and careful, features that any 

homeowner certainly appreciates.” 

Quality Shoe Repair 

R&D’s Scuff & Buff 

1905 Highway 359 Centreville 

902-678-7678 

scuffandbuff@gmail.com 

Pickup Point - Vails Laundry 

HorseTack Repairs Undertaken 

Stop in and check out our new Genuine rubber bootS…handmade 

with the briGht pink, turquoiSe and navy colourS available. 

alSo with motorbike SeaSon in full SwinG we have all your Gear 

here, Great Selection of new joe rocket jacketS! 

with the Sun ShininG you have to be extra careful with the 

uv-rayS So come by and pick up your new tilley hat! 

we have a few diScount itemS left. 

Baintons Tannery Outlet 

213 St. George Street Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 

902 532 2070 • Toll free 1 800 565 2070 

www.baintons.ca 

Flooring 

7130 Highway #1, Coldbrook 

678-1800 

www.roysonsflooring.com 

Thinking of refinishing your wood floors Roysons' has 

refurbished many worn wood floors back to life. We can 

match and replace damaged or missing boards then stain and 

finish the wood floor to its original look. 

Call the experts at Roysons' for a free estimate. 

"Ask about the new 

natural WOCA oil finish."


Money 

To my fellow Canucks 

Money is needed to Facilitate trade. 

100 years ago the amount of money in circulation 

was a mere fraction of what it is today. 200 

years ago it was a lot less. 

So, where did all this extra money come from 

Banks created it, in particular central banks. 

How did they do it, and still do They merely 

make a computer entry that says you owe them, 

plus interest, for an amount of money they say 

you can use for a period of time, duly secured, of 

course, by your home and/or other assets that they 

could seize if you don’t pay the debt, plus the interest, 

that they created out of nothing. 

Yes, banks create money, actually debt, from absolutely 

nothing. Legalized by governments, banks 

can ‘lend’ up to 10 times and often more than the 

amount of assets they have and charge interest on 

the ‘loan’. 

What a business! 

But there’s more. Central banks ‘lend’ to governments, 

again by merely making a computer entry 

that says the citizens are indebted for these ‘loans’, 

plus interest, that were created out of nothing. 

Not a good deal for any citizen, other than the 

top bankers and their supporters in any country. 

Can anything be done to correct this disastrous 

scam YES! 

Governments need to take back the right to create 

money from the banks, especially central banks. 

Enacting the appropriate legislation can easily do 

this. 

BUT, at the same time there must be a structure 

that prevents further abuses of the people, a structure 

such as Faciitism (derived from the word facilitate), 

wherein all displaced persons as a result of the 

change do not face hardship. 

In addition, as those of you who have been following 

this column know, Facilitism eliminates poverty, 

creates fulfilling jobs for all, and provides free 

lifetime health care and education while eliminating 

taxes. 

Here in Canada, all that’s needed to accomplish 

this amazing transformation is to have some of out 

country’s brilliant software programmers tweak the 

existing Federal Government’s computer system to 

one of giving rather than taking, and have our politicians 

follow through. 

It can be accomplished quite rapidly. We all benefit. 

No one suffers, not even the top bankers. 

We can have a wonderful world. 

God bless 

Ronald Lyle McPherson 

Ronald Lyle McPherson is a practicing Chartered Accountant 

with over 50 years of experience in creative accounting, taxation, 

finance and business consulting in Canada and Internationally. 

He can be reached at, ron@facilitism.com 

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New 2012 Releases of LEGO Including Star Wars, and 

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Stop in and check out our large selection of board games, 

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Including Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Game of 

Thrones 2nd Edition Seven Wonders, Small World, 

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Nimbus Publishing Book Collection on The TITANIC 

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We also carry a large selection of Ink and Toner 

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“If you’re not buying you ink and toner from Chisholm’s, 

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What are my 

options for 

maintaining my 

pool water 

Jenn McGrath 

Holland Home Leisure 

Salt Water — Having a salt water chlorine 

generator installed on your pool will replace the 

need to add chlorine manually to the water. Not 

only that, it provides some of the best feeling 

swimming water! There are misconceptions 

out there that a salt water chlorine generator 

will eliminate the need for any other water care 

products, but this is not true. The only thing the 

generator will do is add chlorine directly to the 

water. There is still the need to add a shock and 

algaecide on a bi-weekly basis. 

Synergy — This chlorine based system requires 

3 easy steps to help maintain clean sparkling 

water. The Synergy Initiator is a borate 

based product that is added once per season 

which softens the water, increases chlorine efficiency 

and helps to prevent algae blooms. Then 

on a weekly basis, you are adding Synergy Tablets 

to your chlorinator or dispenser, and sprinkling 

over the water Synergy Clear (swim after 

15 minutes, no need to pre-dissolve). This is one 

of the easiest systems for pool care on the market, 

and by far our most popular! 

15 Minute Work Week — This system includes 

Smart Sticks (chlorine) that can be added 

directly to the skimmer, Smart Shock and Banish. 

Every week you are replenishing the sticks in 

your skimmer, shocking with Smart Shock (swim 

after 15 minutes, no pre-dissolving) and preventing 

algae with Banish. 

Bromine — Bromine is the only other approved 

sanitizer, apart from chlorine, that is recognized 

by Health Canada. On a weekly basis 

you replenish the bromine pucks in the bromine 

feeder, shock using Smart Shock, and prevent 

algae with Banish. While this is not the least expensive 

way to maintain your pool, the quality of 

water is amazing! 

Regardless of which maintenance program 

you choose, remember the importance of balancing 

your pH, total alkalinity and calcium to 

ensure sanitizer efficiency, swimmer comfort and 

to protect your pool. Bring in a sample to either 

store location and a Water Care Expert can help 

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Beauty Tips 

by Vive 

www.viveclinic.ca 

Jennifer Sanford 

Master Esthetician 

Everyone loves the look of freshly manicured 

hands and feet, but with the wear & 

tear of everyday life, that lovely polished look 

rarely last more than a day or two. Now at 

Vive, we have a new hassle free solution to this 

age old beauty dilemma! At long last, there 

is a long wearing nail finish! Nail Shellac is 

applied like polish, but with the permanence 

of gel nails. 

The Shellac product is thin like polish, but 

provides a natural nail protection that helps 

strengthen your natural nail. The tough and 

flexible finish is super resilient, so it remains 

perfectly brilliant for up to 14 days, no matter 

what rough treatment you put your hands 

through! 

Shellac is applied the same as a regular 

nail polish following your manicure or pedicure, 

but because the product is UV cured, 

there is no drying time, eliminating the risk of 

smudging. When the time comes to replace 

the Shellac , the product is taken off the nail 

using quick and gentle wraps. There are no 

aggressive drills, soaking, or filing required, 

which eliminates the chance of damage being 

inflicted to the natural nail upon removal. 

Dr. Christine Maltby MB, FRCSC 

Nail professionals that participated in controlled 

blind testing said unanimously – there 

is no comparing Shellac to other similar nail 

finishes available. It stands miles apart from all 

others on the market! 

So, say good-bye to the world’s most frustrating 

nail problems forever, and say hello to 

Shellac , the new long-lasting nail colour superhero, 

triumphing over mani-pedi injustices 

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Master Esthetician 

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The Bra 

Doctor’s 

Prescription: 

Hi Ladies, welcome to Spring, the time for 

weddings, bridal showers and proms. Remember 

how important this time of your life is. You 

have gone out and picked out that pretty dress, 

those gorgeous shoes, and made your hair appointment... 

now you need to make time for 

the most important part, your Essentials ! Your 

day can be ruined if you are not wearing the 

proper Lingerie. You need to be picked up with 

an amazing bra, or strapped down in a strapless 

bra so that nothing slips, maybe you may need 

a little fine tuning of slimming down or dropping 

a dress size, hence Spanx. Do you need a 

little help filling out the top of your dress, not 

to worry...The Bra Doctor is here to help you. I 

have been fitting, fixing and helping ladies for 

over 13 years now. I can help you with all the 

little problems that you may have while making 

you look incredible for your important day. 

Now while I do all of that every day, I also fit 

ladies with amazing, gorgeous Mastectomy bras, 

I take care of seniors and fit them so that they 

are comfortable. For all of you ladies that ride 

horses, exercise, run or play sports...not to worry, 

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The 

Parenting 

Exchange 

with 

Pamela 

Pamela Haight 

“Mom’s” the word!! 

Since Mother’s Day is upon us, dedicating this 

month’s article to “Moms” seemed fitting. 

“When you are a mother………………..you are 

never really alone in your thoughts. A mother always 

has to think twice, once for herself and once 

for her child.” -- Sophia Loren 

There are so many things, unbeknownst to me 

and my Mom that we learned from each other. For 

me, not only did I learn so much by her model and 

presence, but I also acquired personality traits that 

had little choice but to land squarely on my shoulders. 

I say that fondly of course because, aside from 

potential future medical monitoring, for the most 

part these traits are a good thing. I am sure many 

of you can relate to having said something to your 

child or laughed in a certain way and you think; 

“oh my, I just sounded so much like my mother” 

or “that is something that would have come out of 

Mom’s mouth!” When I was younger I might have 

been annoyed resembling a family member in any 

way as I struggled for my own autonomy in a large 

family. As I have aged and matured, I take comfort 

in the fact that many traits that were a part of my 

VALLEY NATUROPATHIC CLINIC 

Weight Loss and 

Your Hormones 

Dr. Kira Woolaver 

BSc, ND 

Naturopathic Doctor 

CAND/NSAND Member 

(www.nsand.ca) 

Does your weight stay the 

same even though you exercise 

and eat well Is your 

weight more than you think it 

should be based on your lifestyle 

If you have ‘stuck weight’ your hormones may be 

to blame. When there is an imbalance, your weight 

may be very difficult to shed, or can increase! Our 

bodies are more complicated than calories in equal 

calories out. 

Any of the following can indicate an imbalance: 

diabetes, hypothyroidism, chronic stress, trouble 

sleeping, fatigue (especially in the afternoon), 

weight around the abdomen, heavy or irregular periods, 

menopause, PMS, low libido, etc... 

There are a variety of hormones that impact 

both weight loss and weight gain. Any of them 

can become too high or too low. Insulin, cortisol, 

estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and thyroid 

hormones are commonly of concern. 

Exercise, eating well, and drinking lots of water 

are still essential for weight loss. These factors help 

contribute to healthy hormones, but sometimes 

more support is needed. When the body is given 

Mom, carry on in myself and my siblings, and on 

down to our children as well. It makes me realize 

that even though she left us in body, her spirit 

and strength lives on in her offspring. Although I 

often feel cheated that I didn’t have my Mom long 

enough, I have to remind myself that I was fortunate 

to have her well into my adulthood. 

The greatest thing she’d learned over the years 

is that there’s no way to be a perfect mother, but a 

million ways to be a good one.-- Author Unknown 

Moms, Grandmothers, Aunts and the like, play 

a very important role in the lives of children both 

young and old. Please take the time this Mother’s 

Day to honour these women by acknowledging 

the trust, faith admiration and appreciation you 

have for them. The gift of time, a handwritten note 

what it needs, the weight should take care of itself. 

Based on your symptoms, a physical exam and 

some lab work, we can sort out which hormones 

need support. An individualized treatment plan, including 

herbs, nutrition supplements, specific lifestyle 

changes and/or acupuncture can bring back 

balance in your life. 

It is possible to feel your best, and lose weight. 

In addition, when you’re body is hormonally balanced, 

you reduce the risk of all chronic disease – 

cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease, and diabetes. 

For more information book an appointment, or 

attend the free lecture at the Village of Kingston on 

May 8th at 7 PM. Visit www.kirawoolavernd.com 

to learn more! 

Dr. Kira Woolaver 

BSc, ND 

Naturopathic Doctor 

Valley Naturopathic Clinic 

139 Union Street, Berwick NS 

902-538-8733 

kwoolaver@hotmail.com 

www.kirawoolavernd.com 

or a small token is a sentimental treasure that a 

Mom carries close to her heart along with the love 

for her child. 

“A mother is the truest friend we have, when 

trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity 

takes the place of prosperity; when friends 

who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when 

trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, 

and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to 

dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to 

return to our hearts.” -- Washington Irving 

Please send your questions and/or opinions 

to pam@applevalleyscoop.com so we can get a 

good exchange going to help promote a positive 

parenting environment for our children. 

Lights! Curtain! Action! 

Drama students at Avonview High School in in 

Windsor have started rehearsals for a Dinner Theatre 

play they will be performing in June. The storyline 

deals with impaired driving and the group 

is partnering with MADD Annapolis Valley to bring 

their talent to the stage. 

Drama teacher, Jennifer DesLauriers, has written 

a script for the students with a familiar setting for 

many. The parents of a teenager are going out for 

the evening and give permission for a few friends 

to come over for company. The few become a few 

more and alcohol comes onto the scene. One guest 

leaves and shortly thereafter we hear sirens. So ends 

the second act but they are leaving the third for 

those who attend the play. 

In true dinner theatre style, the actors will be 

serving the audience between acts while staying in 

character. This always inspires interesting dialogue 

with the waiters as guests try to offer advice on a 

character’s dilemma or a particularly cheeky character 

has fun playing their part. 

We would like to congratulate Jennifer and 

her students on their initiative. It is an interesting 

way for participants and audience members alike 

to learn a little more about the responsibility that 

comes with drinking and the same with driving and 

why the two should never be mixed. 

We will be posting updates of their progress on 

our website at http://madd.ca/annapolisvalley and 

hope you can join us.

“In Lieu of Flowers” 

- Can I Still Send Flowers 


Dr. Nancy Etcoff, looked at the role of flowers 

in the grief process. The study surveyed 

grief therapists, funeral directors, people who 

had lost a loved one and the general public. 

Findings from the survey of bereaved peopled 

found that: 

The death of a family member or close friend 

is one life’s most difficult times. People often 

find it difficult to express their condolences in 

words, and want to send flowers to the bereaved 

as a symbol of remembrance and to 

provide comfort. One of the most common 

questions asked of us is “Can I still send flowers 

even if the obituary says donations may be 

made in lieu of flowers” The answer is yes. 

A Harvard University study conducted by 

“Aren’t All Driving Schools The Same” 

• 82% agreed that sending flowers is a 

way to show someone you care 

• 69% agreed that “flowers at the funeral 

give me a warm feeling” 

• 54% said that receiving sympathy 

flowers helped a great deal with their 

grief 

Eighty percent of grief therapists believe 

receiving flowers aids in the grieving process 

and the majority of funeral directors said they 

did not like doing funerals without flowers because 

the setting was so cold without them. 

Seventy seven percent of people surveyed in 

the public survey felt that flowers at the funeral 

home brighten the space and provide 

something to talk about during the visitation. 

It is important that each giver make their 

own choice about sending flowers. Many 

people are choosing to send a floral remembrance 

to the service or family home as well 

as a donation to the charity indicated. “In lieu 

of flowers” doesn’t mean not to send flowers. 

It means that donations are another option, 

and you can certainly do both. Most families 

appreciate all personal expressions of support. 

Submitted by the team at Silver Horse Florist 

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Carrying on the fine tradition of Pulsifer’s Flowers since 1932 

By Greg Robar, Young Drivers of Canada 

The answer, plain and simple, is no. While driving 

schools are required under the Motor Vehicle 

Act to cover specific topics for both the class and 

in-car portions of their program, how these are 

delivered and to what degree vary significantly 

by driving school. 

The Young Drivers Program has been designed 

to be just that, a program. The components are 

pieces of a puzzle that fit together and support 

each other, giving the new driver a clear picture 

of their driving environment and the knowledge 

to perceive and minimize risks or handle any surprises. 

The Act requires 25 hours of classroom training 

and 10 hours of in-car instruction. The student 

must attend all classes or make up missed 

sessions in another class. The in-car sessions 

must also be completed. With the YD program, 

each of these sessions has a lesson plan teaching 

different skills. This is all instruction time, not just 

driving around. 

The Young Drivers program also includes 

online Cognitive training for skills associated 

with the driving task that also help with school, 

sports, music, and general awareness of the 

world around us. 

The training involved for instructors also goes 

above and beyond government regulations. 

There are tests to determine whether or not an 

applicant is suited to the position, they have four 

weeks of training for in car work alone and another 

two for classroom teaching, as opposed to 

the 2 weeks training required for government 

standards to cover both. YD instructors are also 

re-certified annually. 

It is also important to note that driving schools 

are no longer part of the education system but 

are private companies. Some schools do hold 

classes at high schools but they have no connection 

to the Department of Education. 

Thanks to all who have asked about the differences! 

THE PARENT 

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techniques to avoid head-on collisions — both in the 

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Prepare for the road ahead. 

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PHYSIOTHERAPY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY MASSAGE THERAPY ORTHOTICS PSYCH. COUNSELLING ACUPUNCTURE 

we are pleased to announce new 

partners at KinGs physiotherapy 

clinic. 

KINGS, a large interdisciplinary rehabilitation 

practice located in New Minas, has been 

serving individuals in the South Western 

region of the province for 17 years! 

Incorporated in October 1995, the clinic has 

grown remarkably under the direction of 

Physiotherapist/owner Shelley Fleckenstein. It 

now has a team of 26 members representing 

nine distinct health care disciplines. 

Four team members have recently joined 

Shelley Fleckenstein as clinic owners. They 

include Physiotherapist, Monique Comeau, 

Director of Administrative Services, Nicole 

DeEll, Physiotherapist, Kim Kerr and Clinical 

Psychologist, Patricia Rose. 

We at KINGS have also aligned with CBI 

Health Group, a highly-reputable national 

network of health care providers. For the fifth 

consecutive year, CBI has been recognized 

as one of “Canada’s 50 Best Managed 

Companies”. This requalification as a Gold 

Standard member is a major accomplishment 

for CBI. The team at KINGS is delighted to 

partner with CBI. It is a positive step forward 

and we look forward to continuing to serve our 

Annapolis Valley community! 

May is National 

Physiotherapy Month 

• Physiotherapy 

• Occupational Therapy 

• Massage Therapy 

• Psychology 

• Custom Bracing 

• Pedorthist (Orthotics) 

• Dietitian 

• Physician Specialists 

• EMG Studies 

• Acupuncture 

• Education Classes 

• Vocational Rehab 

May is 

Multiple sclerosis 

awareness Month 

KINGS is making a donation 

to the MS Society this month 

osteoporosis 

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date: Thursday, June 7 

time: 6:30 pm 

location: Atlantic Superstore, 

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Sponsored by the Annapolis Valley District of 

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the risk of breast cancer by altering estrogen 

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In animal studies, flax has been shown to 

inhibit the initiation and promotion stages of 

tumour development and metastasis. 

Nutritious foods, exercise and a healthy 

weight can help maintain a healthy body, 

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Keeping your dog properly groomed is an important 

part of the responsibility of dog ownership. 

Just like people, Dogs need regular grooming 

to remain healthy while looking their best. Their 

needs will vary according to breed, hair type, 

activity, etc but they should be on a schedule. 

Check with your vet if your dog has any skin, ear 

or nail issues for approved methods. 

Some general rules of thumb are as follows: 

Brush your pet often; 

Long haired dogs usually require daily attention 

to prevent matting and tangles. 

Medium haired dogs are prone to matting 

and should be brushed weekly. 

Shorthaired dogs can be done monthly to 

keep them in the best shape. 

More frequent brushing during shedding season 

can help prevent hair build up. 

Nail trimming is an important step in health 

maintenance and many dog owners struggle 

with it. If it is done incorrectly the dogs will resist 

the activity, so if you are unsure of technique, ask 

your vet tech or groomer to help with this tricky 

task. Nails should be trimmed monthly but some 

dogs may need more frequent attention. 

Bath time can be traumatic for both dogs and 

their owners but dogs should be bathed regularly 

starting at a young age so they learn not to 

be afraid. Be sure to use a shampoo that is intended 

for dogs. Learning how to properly bathe 

your dog can make the experience a positive one 

for all. 

Ears, teeth and feet should be checked, and 

cleaned often. Start touching these areas as 

much as possible with young puppies so they 

learn to be comfortable with people handling 

them. This makes it easier for you, your vet, your 

groomer and your dog. 

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The most absorbent 

towelling is 

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quality and absorbency will feel rough and the 

loops are flat. 

High quality cotton has long soft and strong 

fibres, so yes, it is more expensive but lasts so 

much longer than lower quality cotton with 

short, rough fibres. Typically, the dyes are 

more expensive too in better quality towels so 

the colours do not run. Darker colours require 

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absorbent. 

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of accounts is more than $10,000 at any 

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more than $10,000 at any time in 2011, 

you need to file a FBAR by June 30. 

The FBAR is completely separate from the 

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Disclosure is not optional and the fines associated 

with FBAR non-compliance are substantial. 

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The Phyllis Crossword 

Look for the Answers in our Next Edition 

CLUES ACROSS 

1. Exploiter 

5. Gaultheria shallon 

10. Having a slanted direction 

14. Capital of Elam 

15. Japanese mushroom 

16. Lake in Estonia 

17. Walk heavily 

18. Moroccan capital 

19. Arabian gulf 

20. The act of pillage 

22. Bad-tempered 

24. Capital of Yemen 

26. A unit of illumination 

27. Tell on 

30. Half woman and half fish 

32. An arbitrageur 

35. Having winglike extensions or parts 

37. Auto 

38. Big eyed scad genus 

40. Ringlet 

41. Brew 

42. Roam at random 

43. Select by vote 

45. Coney 

46. Actress Zellweger 

47. Father 

48. United States of 

51. The last part of anything 

52. Watering places 

53. Adventure story 

55. Animal disease 

58. Unintelligible talking 

62. Stout beating stick 

63. Italian opera set 

67. Hungarian Violinist Leopold 

68. Cheremis language 

69. 55120 MN 

70. County in Northern Ireland 

71. So. American nation 

72. Pores in a leaf 

73. Swiss river 

CLUES DOWN 

1. Union of Soviet Socialist Republics 

2. 1973 Toni Morrison novel 

3. Employee stock ownership plan 

4. Finger millets 

5. At peace 

6. Nursing group 

7. Tennis return in a high arc 

8. Alias 

9. Chinese fruit with jellylike pulp 

10. Swell or distend 

11. Unstressed-stressed 

12. Whale ship captain 

13. No baloney electronics mfg. 

21. Entity designation 

23. Fishing sticks 

25. Shopping passageways 

26. A slight or partial paralysis 

27. Sped 

28. Bastard wing 

29. ___ and feathered 

31. Of cheekbone 

32. Unaccompanied 

33. Black bird 

34. To bear offspring 

36. Educational cable channel 

39. Before 

44. Adhesive, ticker or duct 

46. Sanskrit for color, melody 

49. The common people 

50. Dressing room by the sea 

52. City on the Cibin River 

54. Manila hemp 

55. Canadian law enforcers 

56. Winglike structures 

57. Jefferson’s V.P. 

59. Daughter of Ion 

60. Jet or King 

61. Sea eagle 

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65. Consciousness of your own identity 

66. 60’s veterans battleground 

THIS ‘N’ THAT 

CLOCK REPAIR 

Clocks repaired by experienced, certified Clock Repairman. 

Repairing all types of clocks from Antique to Modern. Free 

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COLDBROOK LIONS 

COLDBROOK AND DISTRICT LIONS CLUB 

Freewill Breakfast 3rd Saturday of every 

month. All you can eat. Free will offering. 

At the Coldbrook and District Lions Hall 

Huntington Hayes Park, South Bishop Road 

Turn in by the Foodland. Breakfast includes 

scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, toast, baked 

beans and tea or coffee and juice. Coldbrook & District Lions 

Monthly Dances are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month 

at Huntington Hayes Community Centre, 1416 South Bishop 

Rd Coldbrook. Music by B. RTE 12 from 9pm to 1am. Canteen 

and Cash Bar... Info 538-8050 

TUTORING 

Tutoring available for all grade levels, subjects and learning 

skills. One-on-one instruction. Located in the Annapolis Valley. 

Build the self-confidence needed to succeed in the classroom. 

References available. $25.00/hr or $20.00 for multi-sessions/ 

wk. 542-5862 or 300-1893 

WEIGHT LOSS 

Tuesday May 8, 7PM 

Weight Loss and Your Hormones 

Dr. Kira Woolaver ND 

Join Dr. Kira Woolaver ND for an informative evening on balancing 

your hormones to improve health AND lose weight! 

Learn how these hormones work and the benefits of them 

being in balance. In addition to feeling your best, you can 

reduce your risks of cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease and 

diabetes. Location: Village of Kingston 

(671 Main Street, Kingston) 

The Phyllis Crossword 

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services because their needs had 

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where there were large department stores. 

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The businessman realized that he was also losing 

clients who were moving away. 

Not to mention the fact that his older clients were 

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“Business certainly is no longer what it used to be,” 

he told himself. 

Then he realized that during this time, new 

competitors had also been taking a bite out 

of his client base. 

Our businessman became so discouraged that a 

few weeks later, he closed his shop. 

He didn’t realize just to what extent a business’ 

clientele is volatile and not an acquired good. 

And that it has to be renewed constantly. 

He didn’t understand that advertising/ 

marketing is an investment that keeps a 

business’s name always present in the minds of 

current and future clients. 

If you aren’t investing in advertising or 

marketing, you aren’t looking for new clients. 

That means your client base can 

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SWEET SUMMER 

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Hot summer days are just around the corner. 

We can now all look forward to a full menu of 

kitchen parties with family & friends, weekend 

camping trips, BBQs, local festivals, and all else 

that goes along with a fun filled summer. 

These many summer activities can put a 

strain on the old pocketbook but if you plan 

ahead, there are ways to ease this $ burden. 

At this time of year, the most popular product 

offered in winemaking stores are “Mist” 

fruit wines. These wines are available in many 

different flavours including Hard Lemonade, 

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and the list goes on and on. 

These wines are typically made in 28 days 

but if time is an issue, they also lend themselves 

to being made in 7 days with the everpopular 

7-Day Accelerator Pack. 

As a finished product, these Mist fruit wines 

are most often packaged in 750ml glass wine 

bottles. Another packaging option which has 

become popular over the past few years is 

called “Wine-on-Tap”. Wine-on-Tap is a 7 litre 

bag & tap inserted in a rigid plastic container. 

These units travel well and are much safer than 

glass bottles when camping, boating or hanging 

around the pool. 

The above-mentioned products can be 

made at home or in-store where available. Either 

way, they will be money saving propositions 

which will be enjoyed by many over the 

upcoming summer months. 

We remind and encourage winemak¬ers to 

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store. This is where winemakers will find 

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the best winemak¬ing advice and expertise 

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Please Drink Responsibly! 

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8934 Commercial St New Minas 

(next to the cinemas) 

902-681-1129 

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May is Speech and Hearing 

Awareness Month! 

Darlene Sawler B.Sc., BC-HIS 

Fundy Hearing Solutions 

Millions of people worldwide are affected 

by speech and hearing disorders. That’s why 

May is Speech and Hearing Awareness Month. 

This month gives us hearing healthcare professionals 

a chance to help raise awareness of 

the challenges faced by people with these disorders 

and to stress the importance of early 

detection. 

There are many psychological effects of 

hearing loss, including frustration, withdrawal, 

and depression. Trouble communicating with 

others creates a strain on relationships and 

a loss of esteem. Too often people pretend 

hearing loss isn’t happening to them, and ignore 

the effect it’s having on their lives and 

relationships. More than one million adults 

across Canada report having a hearing related 

disability and more than half of Canadians 

over the age of 65 will experience some degree 

of hearing loss, according to Statistics 

Canada. 

Hearing loss can happen very gradually, 

making it difficult for you to notice at first. 

Sometimes it’s a loved one close to you who 

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only way to truly determine if you have a 

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Coldbrook Teen Ready 

to Run for Title of 

Miss Teen Canada 

Chantal Pitcher 

Chantal Pitcher is chasing a dream, but she needs your 

help to make it come true. 

The 16-year-old Coldbrook resident is a Grade 11 student at 

Central Kings High School in Cambridge, but her ambitions 

extend far beyond her rural Nova Scotia roots. 

If the world’s a stage, there’s no question Chantal wants 

to stand front and centre. She loves to sing and act, and 

aspires to be a film director one day. She has been chosen 

to represent Nova Scotia in the Miss Teen Canada Globe 

competition this August in Toronto and believes that the 

experience will give her some of the tools necessary to 

achieve her current goals and establish a path to success 

later on. She would like to sing and act professionally and 

has her eye on the Toronto Film School, where she could 

further develop her interests into a career as a performer and director. 

The pretty blonde has always enjoyed being in the spotlight. She competed as 

a singer in County Fair Idol at age nine and participated in Apple Blossom Idol for 

three years. She had a role recently in her school’s production of The Last Resort 

and says she has made and edited a movie called Wicca. She has worked with 

CentreStage Theatre in Kentville and attended Ross Creek Centre for the Arts 

near Canning to hone her craft. 

Recruited by Miss Canada Globe Petite 

She was recruited by the reigning Miss Canada Globe Petite 2011 and fellow 

Coldbrook native Victoria Grant, who suggested to Chantal that she had what it 

takes to represent Nova Scotia at this year’s Teen event. 

“Victoria indicated her interest and approached me,” Chantal says. “She told 

me I had so much potential” and encouraged her to apply. “This is actually 

my third time to be offered this opportunity. The first two times I passed it up 

because of the money, but the third time’s the charm,” she says confidently. “It 

can help with college fees and open doors, and it would help put me on the 

path of making my dreams happen. It would bring me one step closer.” 

The sticking point right now is fundraising. Sponsorship fees and other 

expenses will exceed $4,000 and she has had difficulty generating any kind of 

support in a tight economy where every penny counts. 

She has knocked on doors without much success and even went so far as to 

post an ad on Kijiji soliciting donations. She says in the ad, “I have volunteered at 

school and have done fundraising for Jump Rope for Heart and Alzheimer’s. I am 

passionate about helping others less fortunate than myself and about giving back 

to our communities.” She concludes, “I am looking for sponsors to help me on 

this journey of a lifetime.” As of April 10, 156 people had viewed the ad.


The pageant’s website suggests, “our vision is to recreate the glamour of pageants with a stronger focus on education 

and equality. Our pageant titleholder can be anyone and is not limited to a specific height or cultural background. We 

provide equal opportunity for all.” 

Its mission statement is “to provide assistance to charities and non-profit organizations. To help raise funds and bring 

public awareness to charitable causes. Promote multiculturalism, special events and non-profit fundraisers throughout 

Canada. Be a symbol of today’s modern woman!” 

Wants to work with teens 

When asked what beauty means to her, Chantal said, “beauty to me is someone who is honest, has a true heart, a voice 

to help others and who believes that they can make a difference.” 

She added, “I’m a very open person and I went through a lot when I was younger. As a result, I want to work with teens 

because I feel like I can relate.” 

She is representing charities she suggests are close to her heart: Teens’ Help Line; Make a Wish Foundation; and the SPCA. 

She says she has battled eating problems and depression, and also survived an abusive relationship, but has come out on 

the other side with renewed personal strength and a healthy regard for the value of a positive attitude. 

“I went through a lot when I was younger, but realized if I can get through all that I can help someone else,” she says. “I 

want my story to inspire teens who may be going through the same thing, and to know that you are strong and that you 

can get through. Mainly, that you are not alone. 

“Everything happens for a reason, even if you don’t know the reason. You won’t know what happens unless you go 

for it and that’s what makes you feel better as a person. If you don’t try and live your dreams, that’s what will make you 

miserable.” 

Tackle dreams with gusto 

So she has decided to go all-in, stretch her boundaries and tackle 

her dreams with gusto. Every little bit along the way will make a 

difference and she notes “personal sponsors can give sponsorship 

in the form of pledges. If a personal sponsor gives a minimum 

$50 pledge, they will receive a miscellaneous receipt from Miss 

Canada Globe Productions, which they can use as a write-off for 

miscellaneous expense.” 

A win at the Miss Teen Canada Globe competition would bring 

her one step closer to being the best person she can be and a solid 

representative for youth in Nova Scotia. 

“It would give me a platform to help other teenagers and help 

raise awareness of their issues,” she says. 

If you are interested in assisting, you can sponsor Chantal by 

visiting her GoFundMe website (www.gofundme.com/izh18), 

purchasing a business ad or offering goods and services. If you have 

any bottles for a fundraising drive, she asks that you get in touch. 

“Every little bit helps along my journey to represent Nova Scotia 

in the Miss Teen Canada Globe pageant,” she says on her Facebook 

site (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chantal-Pitcher-for-Miss- 

Teen-Canada-Globe/342577429107507ref=bf). “Thank you for all 

of your support, and I hope you will continue supporting me and 

help me achieve my dreams.” 

You can reach Chantal via e-mail at 

Miss_Hollywood201116@hotmail.com 

or by phone at 902-681-6069. 

Help Chantal Please attend these events 

May. 6th Sobeys in Greenwood/ Kingston -11-4 (Sunday) 

May. 26th Foodland Coldbrook -11-4 (Saturday) 

June. 9th Foodland Kentville-12-4 (Saturday) 

June. 23rd Foodland Berwick -12-4 (Saturday) 

Feature Story By 

Fred Sgambati


NEW MINAS UNITED CHURCH 

130 Cornwallis Avenue New Minas, 

Worship and Church School, Sundays at 10:00 a.m. 

Worship, Youth Group, Adult Study Group, Children’s 

Program, Choir, Outreach Ministry, Women’s Group. For 

more info, please call 902-681-0366 or visit our website at: 

www.newminasunited.org 

KENTVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST 

P.O. Box 26 177 Middle Dyke Rd. Kentville, 902-678-8881 

10:00 Sunday Service followed by casual fellowship time, 

11:20 Sunday Bible classes, adults and children 

Church services are run and overseen by elders: 

Jack Bearden - 902-538-3329 - jalo@istar. 

KENTVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST 

P.O. Box 26 177 Middle Dyke Rd. Kentville, 902-678-8881 

10:00 Sunday Service followed by casual fellowship time, 

11:20 Sunday Bible classes, adults and children 

Church services are run and overseen by elders: 

Jack Bearden - 902-538-3329 - jalo@istar. 

CAMBRIDGE UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH 

5981 HWY # 1 Cambridge N.S. B0P 1G0 

902 538-8610 Pastor: REV. Garnet Parker 

Sunday Service andSunday School 9.45 a.m. Bible Studies 

Wed. 7 pm and Fri. 10 am. Other groups also available. 

CHRIST CHURCH, BERWICK 

238 Commercial Street REV. Charles Bull, 538-9371 

1st and 3rd Sundays, 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays 9am 

5th Sundays as announced. 

ST. MARY’S, AUBURN 

REV. Charles Bull, 538-9371 

1st and 3rd Sundays, 9am, 2nd and 4th Sundays 11am 

5th Sundays as announced. 

ALL SAINT’S ANGLICAN CHURCH 

Kingston N.S 

521 Pleasant St (off of Bridge St) 

Sunday Worship & Sunday school -9.30 am 

For infocall the parish office in Middleton N S 902 825 2326 

Or visit our website at www.parishofWilmot.com 

WOODVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 

Woodville N.S 

438 Bligh Road 

Pastor: Tim Bigelow 

Sunday Service & Sunday school -9.30 - 10:30 

Bible Studies Thursdays 7:00pm 

Food and Fellowship each Sunday following Service 

BERWICK UNITED CHURCH 

240 Commercial St. 1-902-538-9251 

Reverend Linda Winton 

Morning Worship & Sunday School - 11:00 am 

For more information, call 902-538-9251 or email 

betrha@email.ca 

KENTVILLE UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH 

503 Main Street, Kentville, NS, B4N 1L4 

902-678-3162 

Sunday School – 9:45 am 

Morning Worship – 11 am (10 am in July and August) 

We also offer Adventure Club, Youth Group, Kids for Christ, 

choir, and many other bible study and fellowship groups. 

For more information call or visit us online at 

www.KentvilleBaptist.org 

AYLESFORD UNITED CHURCH 

2414 Highway #1, Aylesford, NS 

Reverend Brenda Nesbitt 

Morning Worship & Sunday School - 10:30 am 

For more information, call 902-847-9504 or visit 

our website at www.aylesfordunited.com 

BILLTOWN UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH 

7189 HWY 221, Billtown 

Rev. Robert Heffernan, 678-2496 

Sundays: 9:30 - Sunday School 10:00 - Worship Service 

Mondays: 1:30 - Bible Study 

Tuesdays: 7:00 - Prayer Gathering 

Thursdays: 6:00 - Friend’s Place 

We invite you to join us on Sundays and to come as you are. 

Please phone to find out more about what is going on in the 

life of our church. May God richly bless you. 

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH 

Waterville- Reverend Linda Winton 

Sunday School & Service Time - 9:30 am 

For more information, call 902-538-9251 or 

email betrha@email.ca 

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Physiotherapy Clinic 

Osteoporosis 

What increases my chances of getting osteoporosis 

Osteoporosis (OP) is defined as thinning of 

bone tissue or loss of bone density over time. 

This is a normal process of ageing, ie: all bones 

lose calcium as we get older. It can be more significant 

in some individual related to: diet, lack 

of exercise, illness or disease, certain medications, 

and family history. 

Factors that you can’t control: 

• Getting older 

• Menopause 

• Having a small, thin body (under 127 

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• Having a family history of osteoporosis 

• rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, premature 

menopause, anorexia nervosa 

• Not getting enough exercise 

• Long-term use of certain medicines, including: 

steroids, antiseizure medicines, 

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• Smoking 

• Drinking too much alcohol 

• A diet low in dairy products or other sources 

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• excessive dietary sodium and caffeine (> 4 

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• Not getting enough exercise: 

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an exercise program based on an individual 

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improve strength, range of motion, balance, 

endurance, and education on posture and body 

mechanics. 

Symptoms that are warning signs for osteoporosis 

can include loss in height, developing 

a hunched posture, 

fractures with low 

impact or onset of 

sudden unexplained 

back pain. If you are 

concerned you may 

be at risk of getting 

osteoporosis, talk to 

your doctor or your 

physiotherapist. 

JULIE SKALING 

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310 St George St 

Annapolis Royal N.S 

902-532-2356 

Kentville 

100 Station Lane 

Kentville N.S. 

902-365-6655 

Bridgetown 

264 Granville St 

Bridgetown N.S. 

902-665-4679 

Canning 

9816 Main St 

Canning N.S. 

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Lawrencetown 

468 Main St 

Lawrencetown N.S. 

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Wolfville 

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Wolfille N.S. 

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Middleton 

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Middleton N.S. 

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Hantsport N.S. 

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buy the therapy. 

It may be very difficult to be with and help 

someone whom is depressed. Try to be patient and 

non-judgmental. Listen and offer support rather 

than try to contradict them. Most of all don’t do 

it alone. A great support group of family, friends 

and health care professionals will help encourage, 

guide and answer questions to improve the overall 

outcome. If you or someone you know needs help 

contact a community organization, such as the Canadian 

mental Health Association, which can help 

find additional support. 

Coming May 11th 

Leveraging People Insights 

Beyond Myers-Briggs 

The trouble with people is that they act just like them! Whether it is within 

the walls of your business, the stores that you shop in, the people you meet on 

the street daily and even within your own home…..you’re going to run into 

people. 

And despite all of the technology investments, process improvement efforts 

and business development drives, the last thing we tend to focus on….is 

people. 

What if you had an insight to the inner-workings of people, the way they 

think, the way they decide, their preferences and behaviours Wouldn’t that 

give you the advantage and leverage to better motivate and retain your staff, to 

craft marketing messages for more effective targeting, to resonate deeper with 

your clients, to make changes in your organization without mutiny Maybe 

even to understand your relationships at home much deeper and clearer 

A lot of us during our careers have likely been exposed to various behavioural 

techniques and tools, but for the most part they get lost quickly as they 

don’t seem to relate to business in a clear way. AdvanceStates takes the 

psychodynamic learnings from MyersBriggs and blends them with years of 

true “scar-tissue” business realities to create a new understanding that gives 

you and edge. An understanding of how leveraging the natural propensities 

of people to provide an advantage to your business……and maybe even you! 

Join us soon in your area for our full-day “Leveraging People Insights” 

Seminar- A light lunch and beverages throughout the day are included with 

the seminar package. 

Seminar costs for the day are $149.00 CDN plus applicable taxes. 

Nova Scotia Community College, Kingstec Campus, 236 Belcher 

Street, in Kentville. For more information and to get yourself on the 

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Carrie Yeo 

Owner/Technician 

Light Touch Laser 

Client Chronicles 

Jane had been plucking her lip and was feeling 

like she was fighting a losing battle. 

I told her she was a great candidate for the 

treatment. Much to her surprise, the dark colour 

of the hairs that she hated so much made 

them the most responsive to the laser treatment. 

Jane was anxious to get started- she 

had had enough, and to learn that there was 

something she could do about it was the best 

news ever! 

Because she had been plucking, she had to 

wait few weeks before having the treatment. I 

explained to her that the roots needed to be 

developed in order for the laser to be attracted 

them. The thought of growing out those hairs 

was just horrific to Jane! Until I told her that 

she could totally take care of the visible hair on 

the surface. She could trim, shave, use Nair or 

Neet, buff- anything as long as the root was 

left intact. She was relieved. 

Although the idea of shaving was appalling 

at first, once I made it clear to her that shaving 

would not change or increase the hair, she 

decided it would be the best way to get her 

through to her first appointment. 

The big day came and Jane had her first 

treatment. It went just as I had described. It 

was fast, stung a bit , but no more than the 

waxing had. It was a little pink in the corners 

where the darker hair had been, and she was 

delighted to see the little dark flecks of hair 

that the laser had gotten. 

That was a year ago. Jane is pleased with 

her results- she told me yesterday when she 

came in to start her bikini. She figured if I 

could do that for her face, she couldn’t wait to 

see what I could do for her bikini! 

She’s going to have a great summer!! 

Remember last summer 

Remember those three 

sunny days we had 

Remember 

how they 

caught you 

by surprise 

and you 

didn’t dare 

put on shorts 

or a tank top 

- let alone a 

swim suit! 

Sunny days in Nova Scotia are 

Precious. Be ready for them 

with Light Touch Laser! 

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Top 10 Fashion Accessories 

for Spring 2012 

Heather Lohr 

Anatolia 

Spring is finally here, and that means we can 

pack away sweaters, tights and thick, cozy pieces 

in favour of the feminine, light as air Spring 

pieces. The fashions for this Spring are showing 

some signs of the 50s… probably a reflection of 

the popularity of the TV shows such as Pan Am 

and Mad Men. 

This season you’ll want to make sure you have 

these “must have” fashion accessories to update 

your wardrobe: 

1. CROCHET SWEATER: Crochet vest and 

sweaters are big this season. Layer your basic 

cami with a drop shoulder crochet sweater or a 

frilly crochet sweaterÖ. white or ivory are a must 

2. TORTOISESHELL SUNGLASSES: Pack your 

bags for the beach, ladies, and say goodbye to 

winter with tortoiseshell framesÖ. 

3. LACE: Lace is big this season. Once only 

reserved for wedding dresses or formal wear, it 

is being used as never before. It is popping up 

not only in evening wear and lingerie, but also 

on scarves, tops, dresses, shoes and handbags. 

Check out TOMS crochet lace shoe. 

4. ANIMAL PRINT SCARF: Brighten up last 

years Spring coat with a new scarf. Animal 

prints continue to be popular particularly in soft 

flowing silk. 

5. KITTEN HEEL SHOES: This Spring kitten 

heels are big. They are feminine, and classic, 

as well as comfortable. Miz Mooz shoes offer a 

great selection with bright Spring colours. 

6. BALLET FLATS: The ultimate in laid back 

luxury is a pair of linen or velvet ballet flats. 

Pair them with your favorite jeans or a flowing 

floral dress. TOMS latest ballet flats feature linen, 

leather, suede and canvas. 

7. LARGE FACE WATCH: The large chronograph 

style with stainless steel link straps continue to be 

popular. Fossil makes an affordable, fashionable 

and classy watch. 

8. PEARLS: Pearl necklaces look fantastic with 

any clothing style. Make sure you have a strand 

in your jewelry box! 

9. ENVELOPE CLUTCH: This timeless classic is 

sure to add a touch of glamour to any outfit. 

Choose one in tangerine or red. 

10. NARROW BELT: Belts have thinned down 

this season. Cinch your favorite shirt dress with a 

white patent belt. 

Have fun rejuvenating your outfits this Spring! 

Visit Anatolia for all your fashion accessory needs. 

You will come out looking like a million dollars!


A GREAT BIG THANK YOU! 

Michelle May 

Technician/Owner 

Wink Eye Glamour 

My mother and I are truly thankful and blessed by all of those who attended and supported us 

through the free will offering and in very meaningful words. You all made it an amazing evening to 

remember. Much love and thanks. Darlene and Michelle 

I am taking this month’s article that I would 

normally be talking about how wonderful 

eyelash extensions are, which they are, to talk 

about how wonderful the local communities 

of people are. 

Darlene Ward 

Michelle May 

March 22, 2012 a successful benefit was 

held at The Junkyard Lounge in New Minas for 

Darlene Ward (my Mom) and Michelle May 

(me) because I have the amazing opportunity 

to save her life by giving her one of my 

kidneys. She has been on home dialysis over 

a year after kidney disease finally destroyed 

her kidney function. During that time I 

underwent various tests to make sure I was a 

good match and healthy enough to undergo 

the procedure, which I am! The monies raised 

will help cover lost wages, medications, meals, 

travel and incidentals. Sherri Pineo, Carrie Yeo 

of Light Touch Laser and Angie Harrington 

planned and executed a spectacular evening. 

I would like to especially thank Dr. Robert 

Scott and Janice Scott for hosting the event 

at The Junkyard and McGill’s Café. Without 

a great venue like this it could not have been 

the success that it was. Thank you. Also, 

Magic 94.9 did a fantastic job promoting our 

evening of fun. 

I am going to try to thank everyone who 

donated items to the silent auction and made 

the night a huge success which includes 

this magazine the Apple Valley Scoop, Sherri 

Pineo, Carrie Yeo/ Light Touch Laser, Angie 

Harrington, Maresa Davidson/Valley Medical 

Aesthetics, Bob and Alecia Barton, Shirley 

Pineo, Wink Eye Glamour, Doug Raymond/ 

Cornwallis Legal Services, Dave and Lynda 

Davies, Patty Young, David Elliott, West Side 

Charlie’s, The Port Pub, Heidi & Jim Lander, Dr. 

Sarah Hayes, Judi Rausch, Union Street Café, 

Tamara Cere/Frostings, Liz Huntley,Swimsuit 

Hut, Dr. Sarah Trask, Paddy’s Pub/Wolfville 

and Kentville, Lorrie Scott, Angie Sanford/Enve 

hair, Phyllis MacMullin, Garnet Harrington, 

Joanna/Giant Tiger, Troy Harris, Chris 

Holleman/Valley Ford, Chris Jackson, Jimmy 

Hum/Kai Wing, Kelly Larder-Keddy, Aveda, 

Cornwallis Veterinarians, Randy Ansems/Think 

Business Training, Seann Gervason/Cavendish 

Foods, Tina & Mike Lutz/Timberwolf’s, Carl 

and Merelys Williams/Fancy Glass & Crafts, 

Josephine & Albert Coffill/Coffill’s Auto Repair, 

Jamie Boates/Kia, Mister Printer for last minute 

printing. I also wanted to thank Lisa Whalen 

for volunteering her time, Caroline Thorsen, 

Austin Yeo, Madison Yeo, Ricardo May, and 

all babysitters of children so we could have 

such a great turnout. Marcie Clowry for 

designing the pamphlet for the evening, it 

was lovely. Dr. Benjamin and Jean Heisler, Dr. 

Dion Davidson, Shelley Fleckenstein, Charlene 

Curry, Carol Ann Mugford, Nicole Barton, 

Junkyard Lounge, Justin Bishop, Jeremy and 

Kelly Parker, Mark Matsell and Margot Greek, 

Seann Gervason, Alison and Mark Kehoe, Edna 

Williams, Dorothy and Skip Huntley, Summit 

Hyundai, Sandra and Michael Godden, Dr. 

Danny Lazaric, Maddie and Nelson Ross, 

Stephen and Judy Matrin, Trudy de Graaf/ 

Applefeather Farm, Cindy Meek and so many 

free will offerings and gifts are still coming in 

and we are sincerely grateful to you all. 

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Book Your Appointment today! 

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Sleep Apnea - It’s 

more than just 

snoring! 

By Karen Hamilton-McNutt, RRT 

Director of Operations 

Family 1st Medical 

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is about 

more that snoring and daytime sleepiness. 

Although these are the two major symptoms, 

you may also be experiencing other symptom 

and health risks as a result of untreated OSA. 

Do you know that 40 - 60% of people with 

hypertension (high blood pressure) also have 

Sleep Apnea That number increases to 85% 

for those people with resistant hypertension 

on three or more medications. Untreated 

sleep apnea may be why your doctor has been 

unable to control your high blood pressure 

with medication alone. Many people find that 

their doctor is able to reduce their blood pressure 

medications once they become compliant 

with their appropriate CPAP Therapy. 

Do you know that there is a link between 

OSA and diabetes Effective treatment of 

sleep disordered breathing can lead to improved 

sugar control in people with Type 

II diabetes. Diabetic CPAP patients that are 

compliant with their CPAP Therapy, by that we 

mean those that use their CPAP for more than 

4 hrs/night show better improvement in their 

diabetic condition over time than those patients 

who are non-compliant with their CPAP 

Therapy. 

Do you know that untreated OSA can increase 

your risk of both fatal and non-fatal 

cardiovascular events Patients with untreated 

sleep apnea, or those who are not compliant 

with their CPAP Therapy, are more than 2 

times more likely to develop a fatal or non-fatal 

cardiovascular event such as heart attack or 

stroke. Patients with OSA that were treated 

with CPAP therapy for more than 4 hours per 

night had a significant reduction in their incidence 

of both fatal and non-fatal events. 

The next time someone close to you says 

they think you may have Sleep Apnea, don’t 

brush it off thinking “Oh it’s just snoring”. Remember 

how untreated Sleep Apnea can be 

affecting your long term health. 

Shaking Hands 

“Doctor, you’ve got to help 

me - I just can’t stop 

my hands from shaking!” 

“Do you drink a lot 

of coffee” 

“Not really - I spill most 

of it!” 

Did you know that for more than 25 years Family 1st has 

been providing trusted Respiratory care 

Did you know that we are the only Nova Scotia Company 

in the Annapolis Valley 

Did you know that every 5 years many insurance 

companies cover the replacement cost of CPAP equipment 

Did you know that we have FREE SLEEP TESTING 

Call for details. 

Did you know that Family 1st Respiratory Therapists and 

Registered Nurses are available for appointments after 

4:30 pm and on Saturdays 

Did you know that when you choose Family 1st to provide your CPAP equipment you receive a 

coupon towards great discount on our other products and services 

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Carleton Road Industries is pleased to announce 

that the Resource Recovery Funding 

Board of Nova Scotia has approved our 

application to the Community Sponsorship 

Fund. This funding is to be utilized to purchase 

waste separation containers in CRIA’s 

efforts to reduce the amount of waste our 

Centre generates. This, along with NS Efficiency’s 

Direct Install Program is among 

the first of many initiatives we plan to take in 

lessening CRIA’s ecological footprint. 

Our Workshop has already commenced 

production on a variety of items, 100 picnic 

tables have been produced for Frasers, 

benches and an octagon picnic table for 

the Town of Bridgetown, recycling bins for 

Mountain Lea Lodge and the Supervised 

Apartments in Bridgetown and many more 

projects are currently underway. 

Due to a great spring, our Property Maintenance 

Department has completed a number 

of clean ups and confirmation continues 

to be received from contracts held last year 

for lawn maintenance. 

This year has started off great for CRIA 

and we anticipate the coming months as 

we continue to build and strengthen partnerships 

and expand services offered to our 

participants. For more information on Carleton 

Road Industries and to learn how you 

can make a difference in the programs and 

services we offer, please visit www.carletonroadindustries.com 

.


Paul 

Holland, 

Manager, 

Greenwood Mall 

Store 

Spring Checklist for your Pet 

Finally, the spring season is upon us – warmer 

weather and sunshine are here. Just as you’re preparing 

to freshen up your home with spring cleaning 

(it’s a tradition, after all), it’s also the perfect 

time to work on your “Springtime Pet Checklist.” 

1. Flee the Flea. The warmer weather is your cue 

to begin administering flea & tick preventatives. 

Whether you use popular flea and tick treatments 

or combat fleas without chemicals, make sure your 

pets are protected. Also, after playing outdoors or 

hiking with your dog, check his or her entire body 

for ticks. 

2. Say No to Heartworm. The warmer weather 

is also the time to begin administering heartworm 

preventatives . Schedule a vet exam to ensure that 

your pet is heartworm-free. 

3. Safety First. Create a Pet First Aid kit. Our 

friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you find 

everything you’ll need to put a kit together. Check 

with your vet to make sure your dog’s rabies vaccination 

is up to date. 

4. Planting Prep. Spring flowers and blooming 

gardens are beautiful, but could also be hazardous 

to your pets. 

5. Primp Your Pup. Help your dog feel refreshed 

with a thorough spring cleaning. Schedule a trip 

to the groomer for a wash and trim, purge your 

old shampoo and cleaning supplies and set up your 

own doggie spa. Try a new dog shampoo and conditioner, 

like our line from Tropiclean, or one of the 

new models of de-shedding tools from Furminator 

to help thin your dog’s or Cat’s winter coat. 

6. De-Grime Your Dog’s Gear. Wash and freshen 

your dog’s bedding, clean your dog’s toys and discard 

them as needed. Clean, wash and disinfect or 

replace your dog’s bowls, placemats, and grooming 

supplies too. Also check the dates on all pet 

food and treats, discarding those past the ‘use by’ 

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7. Spring Fashion, Dog-Style. Freshen up your 

dog’s wardrobe with a colourful new spring collar 

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121 First Avenue, Digby, N.S. 

Email: pier@ns.aliantzinc.ca 

OFFICE 

245-4711 

Digby: Timeless Beauty in Downtown Digby! Main 

fl. consists of foyer, LR, DR, KIT, bath, porch, plus 

sunroom. 2nd. fl. offers 4 BR’s & full bath. Bright & 

spacious throughout & maintains much of its original 

charm & character. Low maintenance exterior. 

A MUST SEE! 

New Price! $115,000 MLS ® #30232144 

Sandy Cove: Immaculate home w/great view of Sandy Cove 

Harbour from the 32x12 deck! Well maintained & tastefully 

decorated 2BR home w/lower level rec room. Oak KIT, warm 

oak flooring & bath with skylight, plus newer wood/oil furnace, 

full basement w/workshop, cold rm., laundry & wood storage 

area. Attractively landscaped grounds, plus 12’5x16’6 storage 

shed. Short stroll to sandy beach! $119,900 MLS ® #30164016 

Digby: Attractive, solidly constructed, cozy 3BR home 

w/potential for 2 more BR’s on 2nd. fl. Country KIT w/ 

appliances. SW floors, bay windows, wood stove in 

rear sitting area w/garden doors to deck, front & side 

verandahs, paved drive, attractive gardens & some 

water view! Price also includes side lot. 

New Price $118,000 MLS ® #30231484 

Kinney Rd. - Ashmore: Waterfront retreat! 1BR 

home with open concept pine KIT, DR & LR with 

t&g pine ceiling & walls. Full concrete basement, 

approved septic & 10’6x8’6 garden shed. Very quiet 

area offering the most dramatic sunsets & fabulous 

views of St. Mary’s Bay! 

$135,000 MLS ® #30216907 

Morganville Rd. - Bear River: Secluded Country 

Get-away! Here is a great spot - quiet & secluded 

within easy walking distance of the west branch of 

Bear River. Dwelling offers 3BR’s, 1 ½ baths, pine KIT, 

plus spacious screened-in verandah. Great starter or 

vacation home! 

New Price $39,500 MLS ® #30144489 

Digby: Looking to semi-retire Run your business 

& live here! Situated in the heart of marine & tourist 

activity - on Digby’s main street. Features apprx. 3680 

sq.’ finished space - main floor retail, 2nd. & 3rd. Floors 

offer 2 beautifully finished guest suites. Excellent water 

view! Great business location! Serious offers will be 

considered. New Price! $239,000 MLS ® #30232367 

Warwick St. - Digby: Very attractive building 

retaining much of original character. Could be 

easily converted back to a spacious, charming home! 

Presently 3 rental units. Corner lot handy to all 

services. Call for complete details. 

$139,500 MLS ® #30227292 

Digby: 4BR Dutch Beauty! Front sunroom w/ t&g 

walls & ceilings, double dutch door, built-ins, beamed 

ceilings, brick f/p, plus original doors, windows, 

woodwork, HW floors & baseboards are just a few 

of the many special features. Some recent upgrades. 

Street-to-street lot. 

New price - $139,000 MLS ® #30230213 

Mink Cove: Private - well constructed & spacious 3BR 

(1680 sq.’) brick home. 10’6x35’ front sunporch - a great 

spot to relax overlooking fish pond. Spacious bath & den/ 

office feature in-floor heat, while the remainder of the 

home has oil F/A heating. Dry basement w/workshop. 

Good water supply & attractive 5 acre off-road setting. 

New Price $159,900 MLS ® #30161392 

Bear River East: 3BR family home with new 

spacious kitchen! Plus, new windows & laminate flooring. 

Oil fired hot water heating, plus wood stove. Easy 

exterior maintenance - vinyl siding & windows. Apprx. 

3.9 acres, circular drive & a large 3-level barn/garage. 

$89,000 MLS ® #05045562 

Water St. - Digby: 2 commercial buildings w/2 

retail/commercial spaces, plus 4 self-contained 

apartments. Buildings well maintained w/ many 

recent upgrades. In good condition inside & out! 

Located on highly visible corner lot. Parking spaces 

at rear of buildings. Call for details. 

$259,000 MLS ® #30232698 

Deep Brook: Attractive home inside & out! 3BR’s, 

spacious LR, den, great working KIT - open to 

dining area w/door to lg. deck overlooking private 

back yard. Garden shed, plus a heated 2-storey shop 

w/full basement & games rm. on 2nd. level. 

New Price $134,900 MLS ® #05055686 

Third Ave. Digby: In the Heart of Town! 3BR home 

w/front covered verandah, lg. LR plus KIT is open to 

dining area & family rm. HW flooring, woodstove, 

MBR w/ensuite bath, rec rm. in basement, plus ample 

storage space. 100’x120’ well landscaped lot. View 

today! 

$169,000 MLS ® #30226914 

Westport: One of the best views on the island! 

Plus ...20’6x24’6 camp - open concept - wired for 

generator. Open field on hilltop with panoramic views 

- a great site for your summer retreat or year round 

home. Don’t miss this one! 

$26,000 MLS ® #30188650 

Lighthouse Rd. - Bayview: Comfy in the Country! 

Family home with 4 spacious BR’s located in a 

country setting but conveniently close to town. 

Recent upgrades include: vinyl windows, laminate 

flooring & re-shingled roof. Call for details. 

New Price $69,900 MLS ® #30196638 

Deep Brook: Off-road setting - ½ acre, plus well 

maintained bungalow & view of Annapolis Basin! 2 

BR’s, spacious LR w/fireplace & patio doors to deck 

from DR. Ample KIT cupboards. Newer basement 

steps, furnace, oil tank, HW heater, water pump/tank 

& roof shingles. Full block basement with laundry 

area & wood stove. 119,900 MLS ® #05056676 

Digby: Exceptional waterfront property! Stately, Edwardian-style 

6BR home, each w/private baths, plus 

6 newer detached suites & a 2BR accommodation on 

lower level of home provides opportunity for a homebased 

business. Nicely landscaped lot w/paved parking 

& armour rocked protection along shoreline. Call 

for complete details. $495,000 MLS ® #30229611 

Water St. Digby: Spacious home with Digby 

Harbour view! Recent upgrades include some insert 

windows, roof shingles, exterior paint & landscaping. 

4 BR’s, 2 baths, formal DR, HW & SW flooring. New oil 

tank, air-tight wood stove & s/s chimney. Enjoy the 

harbour activity! 

$169,000 MLS ® #30232607 

Second Avenue: Well maintained mini home - 

spacious with many upgrades - added insulation, 

newer decks, storage building & some windows 

replaced. Home is easily heated & offers low 

maintenance living! Nicely landscaped level lot - 

within easy walking distance to services. 

$79,500 MLS ® #30227789 

Hillgrove: 3 or 4 BR home with wood/oil heat, 

side patio deck & rear stone patio. 2.07 acre lot - 

nicely treed with HW, plus room for a garden. 24x30 

garage, set up as a mechanic shop - most tools can 

be purchased. Great start for a home based business. 

$89,500 MLS ® #30154553 

Check out our new website at www.pierll.com 

View our listings at: www.REALTOR.ca or www.homesacrosscanada.com 

AFTER HOURS CALL: BROKER Christine Harnish 245-5131; 

SALES REP.: Coleen Cameron 245-1221

Land 

Available 

Culloden: 35 acre parcel of land 

just 10 minutes from the Town of 

Digby. Road frontage & a possible 

site with a view of the north side of 

Digby & the Racquette. Call for details. 

$19,000 + HST MLS ® #30198998 

Lighthouse Road: 90 acres +/- 

with frontage on Lighthouse Road. 

Potential for future building sites. 

Stream through property. View of the 

Bay of Fundy - an ideal spot to build 

your new home! 

$39,000 + HST MLS ® #30195903 

Victoria Beach: Located 30 minutes 

from Annapolis Royal, this 24 acre 

parcel of land has not been cut. Would 

provide a great view of the Annapolis 

Basin. Call for details. 

$15,000 MLS ® #05105598 

Mink Cove: 4 distinctive lots on Digby 

Neck - ea. lot ranges from 19-23 acres 

- & have 300’ frontage on St. Mary’s 

Bay private shoreline - elevated sites 

w/southern exposure. Call for complete 

details. 

MLS ® #30161335 

Mt. Pleasant: Potential building 

site with 113’ frontage on Garnet 

Oliver Drive. Just minutes to Digby 

Town & walking distance to Digby 

Pine’s Championship Golf Course. 

New Price $8900 MLS ® #30241905 

Centreville: Excellent building site 

with awesome view of St. Mary’s Bay! 

Property consists of 1/4 acre & old 

homestead & additional 1.62 acre lot. 

Additional 1.3 acre lot behind house 

must be purchased with this lot - 

making a total of 3.17 acres. 

Call for complete details. 

MLS ® #30167035 

Rossway: One of the best water views 

on Digby Neck! Apprx. 26.93 acres with 

apprx. 420’ frontage on Hwy.#217. 

Driveway in to property. 

$79,000 + hst MLS ® #30259899 

Racquette Rd. - Digby: Spectacular 

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With four offices to serve you. 

Annapolis Royal 532-5285 Digby 245-5285 Middleton 363-3322 Yarmouth 881-3223 

A very private cottage on Oliver Lake. 

Offered at: $65,000 MLS #30029532 

A comfortable family home in an area known for 

whale watching. 

Offered at: $79,500 MLS #30158547 

A stately waterfront home within the downtown 

area. 

Offered at: $179,500 MLS #30231930 

A quaint Get-Away Camp near Gibsons Lake. 

Offered at: $30,000 MLS #05158761 

Central Grove – Beautiful View-Bold Oceanfront 

Property-Includes 3 PID #’s to make up this 

39.25 acres. Great building lot. 

Offered at: $59,500 MLS #30350987 

Digby – Just Reduced. Close to all amenities, this 

century old home provides you with character 

of times gone by. 

Offered at: $79,500 MLS #30231807 

Cornwallis Park – New Listing. 3 level, 3 

bedroom condo with new flooring and 

completely repainted throughout. 

Offered at: $65,500 MLS #05201660 

Digby – Beautiful English Tudor Style Home 

– perfect family or executive home. Centrally 

located. Now operating as a 3 bedroom B&B. 

Offered at: $349,500 MLS #30230122 

Middleton – looking for an upgraded family 

home with large garage/workshop to pursue 

any hobby. Check this out. 

Offered at: $169,900 MLS #05080056 

Middleton – 4 or 5 bedroom home on large 

town lot. Walk to school and all amenities. 

Private back yard with walking trail. 

Offered at: $179,500 MLS #05076716 

Your mortgage less than rent. Close to 

Middleton, on a private lot, low maintenance. 

Offered at: $109,000 MLS #05061064 

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A Spectacular Water View Property. Completely furnished. 

MLS #30158125 Offered at: $249,000 

Middleton – Have a Vision! This property has many 

possibilities. Comprises church, 4 bdrm upgraded 

home and large hall with 20 car paved parking. 

Offered at: $195,000 MLS #05078449 

Bear River – 10 yr old bungalow with open 

concept design and large sunroom. Many new 

renovations and lots of features. 

Offered at: $189,000 MLS #30324123 

Summer home with a view. 

Offered at: $44,800 MLS #05105127 

Bungalow plus 2 unit apartment building. 

Offered at: $189,800 MLS #30219554 

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Offered at: $154,800 MLS #05000716 

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Annapolis Office Digby Office Middleton Office Yarmouth Office 

Grant Dares 532-8332 Nova Rochford 308-0505 Ralph Mead 363-3322 Lynn Drennan 247-3341 

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Royal LePage is the only 

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The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation has raised 

more than $10 million to support women and 

children living in shelters across Canada. Through 

agent commission contributions and the fundraising 

activities of the Royal LePage network, we are 

helping to provide a safe haven and new beginnings 

to more than 30,000 women and children 

each year. To break the cycle of violence, the Royal 

LePage Shelter Foundation also supports long-term 

violence prevention and education programs. All 

funds raised by Royal LePage offices remain in their 

local community and because Royal Lepage pays 

the costs of administration, 100% of all money and 

effort goes toward this important cause. 

Let’s put abuse out of commission! 

Creating safer homes and safer communities. 

www.royallepage.ca/shelter 

If you would like to join our campaign to end 

violence, donations can be made online at 

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Brad’s Decor Centre 

8934 Commercial St. New Minas 

902-681-6000 

Feature Property 

156 Commercial Street, Middleton NS 

$159,900 +HST 

3.74 acres of Commercially zoned property with 2 

buildings 40’x100’ and 30’x80’, centrally located 

in Middleton NS. This properties history started out 

with the Dominion Atlantic Railway- warehouse 

storage, Middleton Fruit Company, local feed 

mill in the 1950’s, to its current status of Bargain 

Bruce’s, and offers a great opportunity for one to 

create their own commercial venture. Seller is open 

to working with purchaser in many ways such as 

possible financing or subdivision of property. 

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Announcement Letter 

John MacKay, President of MacKay Real Estate Limited, and Janet 

E. White, President of Janet White Real Estate Limited, are pleased 

to announce Janet’s purchase of the Windsor office of MacKay Real 

Estate. The office will continue under the name of Full Circle 

Realty, a division of Janet White Real Estate Limited. 

“We have been discussing this move for months now,” Mr. MacKay 

said, adding, “as the market recovers this is the exact right time 

for both of us to set this in motion.” 

“I’m truly excited,” Ms. White said. “The continuing affiliation 

with MacKay Real Estate Limited will offer clients the best of both 

worlds.” 

The new firm’s name signals an exciting new approach to the 

provision of real estate services, Ms. White said. “Full Circle = Full 

Service,” will be the slogan and operating philosophy of the firm. 

“We hope to be involved as a one-stop shopping source for 

everything associated with the purchase, sale, upkeep or 

enhancement of your real estate investment.” 

Our partners program will involve local tradesmen 

who will provide discounts to the Full Circle family 

of real estate buyers, sellers and owners.


Full Circle - Full Service 

Head Office: PO Box 3339, 10 Gerrish St Windsor NS B0N 2T0 

Main Office: 1-902-798-5000 

Web: www.FullCircleRealty.ca 

Hwy 1, Mount Denson 

2 BR bungalow with fantastic view of the 

Avon River & surrounding countryside. 

MLS ® 45005550 

$149,900 

Mariner Dr, Hantsport 

Semi-detached home including 6 appliances, 

air conditioning, garage, paved driveway 

& lawn to be grassed. New subdivision. 

MLS ® 201271878 

$178,500 

Ben Jackson Rd, Lockhartville 

Quality & location! Inviting, 2 storey, 3 BR 

home on 1.25 acres of lush, landscaped land. 

MLS ® 55234389 

$289,000 

Mountain View Dr, Falmouth 

Quality built, 2 storey, 4 BR home with 

attached dbl garage on a large landscaped 

lot in a popular subdivision. 

MLS ® 45333267 

$479,900 

Talon Dr, Kentville 

Executive 4 BR, 3.5 bath, 2 storey home 

with discriminating finishes & all the extras. 

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$369,900 

King St, Windsor 

Wonderful turn of the Century home 

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I saw a zombie! 

Brian Buckler 

Atlantic Mattress Centre 

Digby, NS 

The other day I saw a zombie ! It wasn’t 

the first one I have seen either. You may even 

have seen one close up. The tell tale signs 

are, bags under the eyes, decreased brain 

functioning, and, irritability. In fact the Better 

Sleep Council reports that “ zombieitis “ is a 

real epidemic. The cure They claim, it’s a 

good nights sleep on a good mattress. 

With most products, it’s fairly obvious when 

a replacement is needed. However with a mattress 

and foundation, realizing that it’s time for 

a new one isn’t always so obvious. It is similar 

to your favourite chair or old worn pair of 

shoes, your mattress can still feel comfortable 

long after it has lost it’s ability to provide your 

body with the proper support and comfort it 

needs. Because a good nights sleep is so critical 

to our ability to function and feel our best, 

you need to evaluate your sleep set on a regular 

basis, such as twice a year when you adjust 

your clocks. 

You may need to replace your mattress set 

if you wake up with stiffness, numbness, and, 

aches and pains. You may even feel you get 

a better nights sleep somewhere other than 

your own bed, such as at a hotel. 

How long a mattress will last depends on 

several factors such as the original quality and 

amount of use. In general, if your mattress has 

been in use 7 – 10 years, it is no longer providing 

you with the best support and comfort. 

We must keep in mind that our bodies change 

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When you are ready to purchase a new mattress 

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send off with an old fitted sheet as a cover-up 

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Thermal Bridging 

and Thermal 

Breaks 

Caleb Howden 

Denim Homes Inc. 

WINNER 

Official Winner 

of the 

Canadian Home Builder’s 

National SAM Building Award 

for 

Green Home 2011 

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• Custom Home Design 

Did you know that there is 8% more heat 

lost thorough the walls of your home than 

your windows and 39% more heat lost 

through your ceiling than your walls. Heat loss 

through walls is the greatest factor of energy 

loss in residential buildings 

To ensure that you are not creating 

unnecessary heat loss in the home, you must 

ensure that your building envelope does not 

have any (or very little) thermal bridging. A 

thermal bridge is created when a material that 

is a poor insulator, such as a wall stud, allows 

heat to flow through and creates a “bridge”. 

Insulation around a bridge does little to 

prevent heat loss due to thermal bridging; the 

thermal bridging itself must be eliminated. 

This is done by creating a thermal break 

by using an insulation material or building 

system to prevent both the wall studs and the 

concrete floors from being thermal bridges. 

for example; A thermal break can be a layer 

of insulation surrounding the concrete slab 

perimeter, both on the sides and underneath. 

The conventional 2x6” wall has a full 2x6” 

stud from the interior to the exterior. A 2x6 

wall stud has a R-6 insulation value (poor) 

and the insulation between them has a R-20 

value (better). Heat travels through the stud 

to the exterior of the home, creating high 

heat loss from the thermal bridge. There are 

many methods to building exterior walls that 

can eliminate or reduce this thermal bridging 

effect. I believe the most effective, both for cost 

and energy efficiency, is a double staggered 

studded wall as mentioned in our February 

edition of the Apple Valley Scoop. The 2x4” 

staggered studs sit on a 2x8” bottom plate, 

spaced 16” apart on center. This wall type can 

be insulated many different ways, one of the 

best ways is, Wet blown cellulose insulation 

blown into the wall cavity completely filling 

and forming to the space. The staggered studs 

and insulation together act as a thermal break 

and eliminates thermal bridging heat loss. 

Stay tuned for next month, when we outline 

the importance of “air tightness”. 

This is the “Proper Building Envelope” series. 

Caleb 

denimhomes.com 

681-3776 (VALLEY)


GARAGE SALE FOR SHELTER 

Stacy deVries 

Royal LePage Atlantic 

WHEN RESULTS MATTER 

Local REALTORS® 

Provide a Great Deal for 

A Great Cause! 

On Saturday, May 12th 2012, the REAL- 

TORS® of Royal LePage Atlantic in New 

Minas will join Royal LePage offices across 

Canada to host the 4th Annual National 

Garage Sale for Shelter, in support of the 

Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. 

This event brings local residents together 

with Royal LePage Realtors® to raise muchneeded 

funds and awareness to help break the 

cycle of violence in their communities. One 

hundred percent of all revenue generated will 

go to support Chrysalis House and provide 

shelter and services to local women and children 

living with domestic violence. 

“Last year we raised $3500 with the support 

of clients, local businesses and the generous 

sponsorship of TD Canada Trust, Atlas Van 

Lines Canada and Advance Commission Company 

of Canada. This year we’d like to beat 

that!” said Stacy deVries, Assistant Manager 

at the New Minas location. “We’ve had a tremendous 

response from the community, who 

have donated some great items and we will 

also have a barbeque on site.” The office has 

been busy planning and gathering donations. 

The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation is 

Canada’s largest public foundation dedicated 

exclusively to supporting shelters and ending 

violence against women and children. 

More than $12 million has been raised across 

Canada to date, helping over 150 shelters 

and 30,000 women and children each year, 

through agent commission contributions and 

fundraising activities. For more information 

on the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation, visit 

www.royallepage.ca/shelter 

To contact Chrysalis House in the Annapolis 

Valley region (24 hours a day), call 1-800-264- 

8682. 

To make a donation, get more information 

about this event or Real Estate in general, 

please contact a REALTOR® at Royal LePage 

Atlantic, 681-4663 (HOME) or email Stacy at 

stacyd@royallepage.ca 

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JOIN US! 

Royal LePage Atlantic, 

8999 Commercial 

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To make a donation or 

for more 

Information call 

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Saturday, May 12th 8 am 

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100% of all funds raised will go directly to Chrysalis House! 

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Stage with the Message in Mind. 

Where ever the eye rests the sale begins; a Stagers work is to create a series of impressions, with the 

careful placement of props appealing to the psychological needs of buyers; this builds an emotional 

connection for buyers to imagine living there. 

My Brand Promise 

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• Look out for the client’s best interest 

• Creating for your life spaces 

• Common sense Design 

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• It’s about you 

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Features available to meet 

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Step 1 Client consultation 

Step 2 The Staging work 

Step 3 The Showcasing 

Step 1 Client Consultation types to 

meet client needs. 

There are four types of detailed consultations in 

staging. 

1. Occupied Property Consultation without 

inventory. This option is a great choice when a 

client has enough inventory, furnishings, artwork, 

accessories, etc. But either has too much or does not 

needs expertise in knowing how to use what they have 

to the best advantage. 

2. Occupied Property Consultation with inventory. 

The purpose of this consultation report is to get the 

property prepared to the point where the Stager 

can conduct the staging Showcasing by bringing in 

additional furnishings and accessories, art, greenery, 

etc. which will appeal to the target buyer. 

3. Vacant Property Consultation. This type of 

consultation report covers recommended repairs,, 

painting, landscaping, etc. prior to the actual 

Showcasing work. 

Photo by: Deborah Nicholson 

4. Vacant Property Consultation. Essentially, 

everything is clean, repaired and furniture ready, 

usually applies to a new or renovated house. 

Landscape/curb appeal recommendations may still 

apply, but this consultation is to provide a quote for 

Showcasing the property with rented furnishings, 

and accessories which are lifestyle specific to a target 

buyer. 

Property owners are left with a comprehensive 

staging consultation report of recommendations 

which will enhance the saleability of the property. 

Budget and timelines are taken into consideration 

when considering how and when the work (Step 2) 

will get done.


Designer Notes 

Betty Ann Balcom 

Accredited Interior Designer 

Certified Color Consultant/ 

Member of the NSIDA 

Proprietor of The Designer cafe 

373 Main St., Kentville, N.S. B4N 1K7 

www.designerkentville.com 

info@designerkentville.com 

902-679-9930 

Step 2 The recommended 

Staging work 

Support for Step 2 is offered and available from 

referrals to trades, trucking, cleaning, organizing 

and packing; your Professional Stager can also 

assume the role of Project Manager who makes 

it all happen, on time and on budget. Therefore 

in Step 2, the homeowner will either complete 

this work, hire outside professionals, or engage 

your Professional Stager to quote on and project 

manage this phase. It is whe a stager applies n 

the determined consultation recommendation 

work has been completed that Step 3, the 

Showcasing can be carried out. 

Step 3 The Showcasing; crafting 

the property, perfectly for 

selling. 

Effective showcasing involves applying a variety 

of techniques to bring together a perfectly 

presented room, or property, which oozes ease 

of living and yet is so different in how a seller 

lives in it. In crafting a perfect space for selling, 

proven CSP techniques, knowledge and color 

mapping all inter play with each other to make 

staged spaces look fantastic. The components are 

furniture, color, art, lighting, accessories, props, 

and lifestyle elements. 

Professional Property Stagers will have portfolios’ 

to include Certification Credentials, Code of Ethics, 

Proof of Liability Ins, Contractorial options for Step 2 

and Step 3 and client Testimonials.


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The menu changes yearly to keep up with trends and 

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Menu fresh with Daily and weekly specials. 

Thursday is wing night with our famous Capitol Wings, 

hand breaded and served with your favorite sauce. There 

is also weekly entertainment, Friday Theme Karaoke 

provided by Kra &Zea, as well as featuring some of the 

best local musicians on most Saturdays. 

Chefs Salad 

A blend of Mixed Greens 

topped with turkey, ham, 

carrots, diced peppers, cheese 

tomato and red onion. 

Capitol Wing 

Our Famous Capitol 

Wings, “The Best in the 

Valley” Hand Breaded 

and served with your 

favorite sauce. 

The Capitol Burger 

10oz of local ground beef, stuffed with Swiss cheese. Topped 

with two slices of cheddar cheese, 4 strips of bacon, ketchup, 

mustard, relish, lettuce, tomato, three onion rings, and a 

pickle spear. Served with a side of fries. 

Seafood Platter 

Fresh Pan fried Haddock, clams, 

sautéed scallops, veg melody, and 

your choice of potato. Served with 

homemade tartar sauce, coleslaw 

and a roll.


Heart’s Delight Café features fresh 

sandwiches, wraps, and paninis 

during our daytime hours. 

Pair one up with a delicious soup 

or salad, and finish your meal off 

with a homemade dessert and 

handcrafted espresso drink. We 

are proud to offer organic, free 

trade coffee and espresso. 

Culinary Olympic chef Tim Leamont offers an evening casual 

fine-dining experience at Heart’s Delight Café in our newly 

licensed dining room and patio. The evening menu includes 

favourites such as Maple Whiskey Scallop Linguini, 

Bacon-wrapped Pork Tenderloin, and 

Seared Atlantic Salmon 

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What I discovered instead was a group of 

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in that setting, a group of people experiencing a 

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my concerns and anxieties. The impending birth 

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the tunnel. My grandson’s birth coincided with 

the end of my treatment and as he has grown in 

size and strength so has my stamina and return 

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Judy Burrows considers herself one of the 

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in the redesigned Chemotherapy Unit, 

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of the hospital on the second floor with an 

expansive southern view, offering patients privacy 

and comfort. Along with the move came 

increased capacity to treat patients, from 

eight in the old location to 12 in the new area. 

These changes are part of redevelopment at 

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interior design and few of us are willing to 

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homes look, feel and be exactly as we want 

them to be. 

Yet for the elderly, every tiny aspect of the 

home is a major consideration and potential 

hazard. Whether it’s the bathroom, kitchen, 

stairs, garage or basement, there are countless 

risks of injury within the home. 

As we age, our five senses weaken or 

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prone to accidents from seemingly innocuous 

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items on upper shelves and to help prevent 

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Outdoor 

Spaces 

Michelle Rouleau 

Finish Up 

As we embark on another season of using our 

outdoor spaces why not think about decorating 

your space now. When you are pulling out 

all your outdoor furniture make sure it is still in 

great shape. Give it a good wash to remove any 

mold and mildew left over from last year and 

give it the once over to make sure it is still suitable 

for use. If the finish is lackluster think about 

repainting it. Wood, metal, and plastic can all be 

painted, just make sure you use the right product 

for the job. A good quality primer will aid in 

adhesion and a 100% acrylic latex exterior paint 

will give the durability you require in our climate. 

Why not choose a fun colour like Tangelo tangerine 

or Golden Laughter Yellow for a piece of 

furniture. Your pieces will be showstoppers! 

Incorporate fabric in your space as well, Sunbrella 

fabrics are made to withstand the outdoor 

elements and do not require bringing in during 

bad weather. Sunbrella fabrics also come in 

great colours and patterns and can definitely add 

comfort, softness and a splash of colour to any 

outdoor space. With its UV durability you can 

be sure your Sunbrella made products will last a 

very long time. 

Lighting has also come such a long way in the 

finish up 

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past few years. With all the solar lights available 

today their is no reason you can’t have great 

lighting almost anywhere in your outdoor space. 

Its so great to not have cords scattered all about! 

The twinkle of soft lighting will be sure to make 

your space stand out. 

Don’t forget your planters filled with billowing 

shades of green and vibrant colour. Pots scattered 

about in groups with various heights will 

add interest and softness to your space. Sweet 

potato vine, licorice plant, and coleous are all 

great choices that will look great in planters all 

summer long and are easy to care for. 

Take time now to think how you like to use 

your outdoor space and make it the best it can 

be. 

Happy decorating! — Michelle 

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Advertising in the Scoop is priceless.” 

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Celebrating Mother’s Day has changed 

since the it was officially proclaimed to be the 

second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day. In the 

beginning, carnations were given, but now 

cards, flowers and gifts are given to mothers 

as a symbol of thanks. Mother’s Day is about 

expressing your kind thanks for all that your 

mother has done for you as well as all you’ve 

been through together; this can be expressed 

over brunch, through a thoughtfully selected 

piece of jewelery, flowers or a card. Of course 

today, many children move away from home 

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when I was only four, I never really celebrated 

Mother’s Day. It was often a sad day, but I 

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and supported me. Now that I have my own 

two boys, I love Mother’s Day. For me I await 

to see what they have planned. Some years 

it was breakfast in bed, other years it was a 

flower for my garden, and other times, it was 

jewelry which usually had the word ‘mom’ in 

it that I wear very proudly, and other times it 

was going out for brunch or supper. But, no 

matter what they did or gave me, the most 

important part of our special day was them 

spending time with me especially when they 

were helping me plant the flower they gave 

me in the garden or just enjoying the day together. 

So for me, Mother’s Day is spending 

time together. 

How are you going to say ‘thank you’ to 

your mother 

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Ah Spring! 

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Ah Spring! The weather gets warmer (usually), 

plants show signs of growth, and many 

thoughts turn to love, romance…..and diamonds! 

Knowing what makes a diamond more or 

less valuable is critical to making such an important 

decision and this is where the 4 C’s of 

diamond quality come in- cut, colour, clarity 

and carat weight. 

Cut is not only the shape of the diamond, 

but it’s ‘make’ or how well proportioned it is. 

Better proportions allow for more light to be 

captured and dispersed back to the eye as brilliance, 

scintillation, fire and overall beauty. 

Colour refers to the tint or lack thereof that 

every diamond exhibits. The whiter the diamond 

the more rare and valuable the stone 

is; more tint or body colour the less desirable 

the diamond. 

Clarity is how free of natural inclusions or 

‘birthmarks’ a diamond has and a truly ‘flawless’ 

diamond is very rare. There are several 

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inclusions and appear very ‘clean’. 

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When shopping for a diamond, make sure 

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THE MOST POPULAR SOAP IN THE VALLEY 

Are you a writer, have a good imagination 

Want to help finish the story 

Two Apple Pies and a Sundress is a truly fictional story and will continue from month to month. You can add to this 

story by simply writing the next 500 words, mentioning five (5) of our advertisers and leaving the reader wanting more 

at the end of the story. 

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on the graphic Two Apple Pies and a Sundress. 

The first two paragraphs below in bold italics is where we left off last issue. 

You asked for it... and it’s back! 

We thought we would bring you back up to speed on the most popular soap in the 

Valley. Just in case you missed the last installment, here it is again. Look forward in the 

next issue to find out what Debbie and John will be up to...It’ll knock your socks off! 

Here’s where we left off in 

our last issue 

My goodness, she looks beautiful. She swung 

the door open gently and said, “Why don’t you 

come in for a few minutes before we go and see 

you Mom. She took my hand and walked me 

into the living room, turned and looked at me 

and said, “What was it you wanted to talk to 

me about” 

I took a big deep breath and said, “well, I 

know we have only known each other again for 

a little while but I.... 

….feel as if we’ve been together for much 

longer. After all we have all those High School 

years in common don’t we - that’s a lot more 

then I’ve had in common with any other gals 

I’ve known in recent years.” 

“You’re right”, she said, “Those High School 

Years were really something – and yeah; tell you 

a secret – I did always have a little crush on you!” 

She blushed a bit as she spoke. I was in heaven. 

“Well”, I said, “Would you like to grab a bite 

to eat before we go see mom To tell you the 

truth she’s still pretty tired since her fall, so I 

think she’s appreciate a visit more after she’s 

rested up” 

“Great idea”, said Debbie, “Remember we 

were going to go to that sushi place – Oh! And I 

still want to talk to you about that article on my 

famous brother!” 

As we drove along to New Minas I was thrilled 

just to be with her. Things were finally coming 

together. Maybe not quite as exciting as our” 

dream date” at the Old Orchard Inn, but give 

it time! 

We stopped for a second at The Gold People, 

so that I could give them mom’s old gold. True 

to their ad we got a fair deal, and I happily put 

the proceeds aside for mum. Good timing, as 

with her injury a little spare cash was going to 

be very handy. 

I had taken a moment to call Merry Maids 

earlier to help her out with the housework for a 

few weeks, and while I wouldn’t mind paying, 

a knew that Mom would much rather foot the 

bill herself. 

“Actually”, she said, “Are you really set on 

sushi” 

“Well not really”, I answered, “Where would 

you rather go” 

“How about The Port – that Gastro Pub in 

Port Williams I’ve been dying to try it out, but 

I didn’t want to go alone.” 

“Well onward to the Port it is!” I smiled. I 

was actually a bit relieved – sushi isn’t really my 

thing, but I wanted to make Debbie happy. She 

really did look lovely. Almost as if she’d been 

down south on holiday….. 

“You sure have a great tan for this time of 

year”, I said. “Have you gone south recently” 

“No”, she said, “I wish – I don’t have the 

time or money to get away like that! But I do 

take a little mini vacation every time I go to The 

Golden Tan. It’s so handy; they’re open every 

day so I just fit it in whenever it’s convenient 

for me! 

“Well it sure makes you look great!” I said. 

“Mind if I come with you some time” 

“Well, I’d be happy to do that – but we’d 

have our own tanning bed you know!” she 

laughed. 

“Oh of course, of course”, Geez I hope I 

wasn’t flirting too much! It was hard not to 

though now that we were finally alone together. 

Soon we reached the restaurant, and true to 

what Debbie had heard the food at The Port 

was superb! I will be going back there for sure. 

Debbie ordered the Digby Scallop & Lobster 

Linguini, while I chose The “454” Flyer, a tasty 

pound of chicken wings in sauce. We shared a 

delicious Valley Harvest Salad, and washed it 

down with local beer. “Wow”, Debbie said as 

we walked to the car. “What a beautiful meal 

that was, thank-you so much for the invitation.” 

“My pleasure”, I said, “And moms too – I just 

know she’s going to love the doggie bag we’re 

bringing her!” 

“She will”, Debbie agreed, “I always feel kind 

of silly asking for those, but it would have been 

a sin to waste our extra food.” 

“Amen to that”, I agreed; “Now we’d best 

get home – I know Mom is just dying to see 

you again!” 

Tune in next month to find out where this is 

all going! Remember you can write the next 500 

words! 

Submitted by: Janet M. Webster 

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to Scoop Radio 


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from Two Apple Pies and a Sundress. If you 

have a question you would like to ask Debbie 

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perhaps she will answer your question on air. 

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Smile… 

It’s BBQ 

Season! 

Gluten 

Intolerant 

You can Enjoy a 

Jimmie Dog 

Then: After weeks of trial and error, we built a new 

wiener. The new wiener was tested by friends for flavour, 

texture and bite, cooked on the BBQ, boiled, fried, cooked 

in beans… all of this to meet the criteria you expect in a 

wiener. Hardly seems like that could be a year ago. 

With good humour it’s named after Jim …’Jimmie Dog’. 

And now: Your response Great! Some of you who 

hadn’t eaten a hot dog in years. Many who suffer from 

gluten intolerance or Celiac Disease are able to eat these 

gluten-free products. 

Jimmie Dog wieners and sausages are just two of the 

gluten-free products you can enjoy. 

Jimmy Dogs meet the salt and fat levels specified for the 

Nova Scotia School Nutrition Policy. That’s deliberate. 

Your Jimmy Dog wieners are made with our very own 

antibiotic free pork plus local beef. They’re made 

without organ meats or mechanically deboned 

anything. They are gluten-free and have no MSG, nor 

artificial colors. 

Yes. There are all the 

necessary preservatives to 

safeguard your health from what 

we can’t see. 

Try this: A Jimmy Dog, either pan 

fried or BBQ’d, served with your 

choice of Peanut Butter. That’s a 

favourite of Margie’s! 

Jimmy Dogs! Now available in 

BBQ size. 

Come in and enter to win a BBQ 

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enteR foR YouR 

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Name: 

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Jimmie Dog Wieners 

It’s summer and the living is easy. With Meadowbrook’s 

Jimmie Dog wieners you can make Life Easier . 

Your back yard BBQ gathering or trip to the cottage, 

even a fire by the shore be a success when you serve 

Jimmie Dog wieners. 

Delicious cooked in the traditional manner – boiled 

(see the difference – little to no fat scum), or cooked 

over an open fire or on your gas BBQ. …low and slow 

and served with your favourite condiments. Margie’s 

favourite, Peanut Butter, but always be sure to ask about 

allergies. 

Looking for a tasty and hasty dish to go to the friends 

pool party, cottage Even for an evening of finger food or 

a quick home meal Try this Jimmy Dog recipe: 

(Measure and stir together well) 

Hasty Tasty Jimmie Dog Wieners 

125 ml / 1/2 cup ketchup 

125ml / 1/2 cup brown sugar 

5ml / 1 tsp prepared mustard 

1ml / 1/4 tsp onion powder 

Meadowbrook Meat Market 

...home of Jimmy Lamb Ham 

You asked for a better wiener...we built it 

Whether you prefer to add it to your pasta or beans, boiled, fried or 

the ever popular BBQ... now’s the season to expand your menu 

Pork, rich in omega 3’s, nurtured with care and respect, right here in the Valley 

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enter to win each time you return to 

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the winner announced in the august 

issue of the apple Valley Scoop 

2ml / 1/2 tsp rum flavoring 

125 ml / 1/2 cup water 

1 pkg. of 8 regular Jimmie 

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Genco Computer Solutions 

tips for keeping your 

computer safe and fast! 

1. Google Advanced System Care and Download 

& install from CNET. (Decline the extra toolbars 

during installation) Run Deep Care weekly or 

monthly. TIP – hover the curser over the play icon 

beside Scan Now and select scan and repair) 

2. Google Microsoft Security Essentials for your 

Anti-Virus. It’s free – download it from Microsoft. 

One active Anti-Virus program is enough. It’s 

OK to have Malwarebytes installed on your computer 

as well to remove viruses in case a virus slips 

by. Make sure both are kept up to date and run 

a Microsoft Security Essentials full scan weekly or 

monthly at least. 

3. Keep Windows UP TO DATE! This is very important 

to keep your system protected. 

4. Turn off unnecessary programs running in the 

background with MSCONFIG - Start-up tab 

5. Blow the dust out of the vents in notebooks 

and out of the CPU and power supply fans in desktops 

at least every six months. Be careful not to get 

the fan blades spinning faster than normal from the 

compressed air. You can get cans of compressed air 

at local computer supply stores. 

6. Be cautious of unsolicited email even if they 

look legit. There are numerous emails that appear 

to come from large corporations in our everyday 

life. Before you click on an active link in an email 

hover the curser over it first to see where it is really 

going to take you. If it doesn’t look right – don’t 

click on it. 

7. Strong passwords are important. A simple 4 

or 5 character word or combo of letters and numbers 

can be broken in minutes – by someone who 

wants your banking info or viruses that want to 

control your computer. Use a combination of uppercase 

and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols 

that would be easy to remember. For example 

Deb123%% would be very difficult to break and 

near impossible to guess. 

8. When the computer fails, which happens even 

if you do everything right, make sure you have a 

backup of your important files. I recommend Click 

Free as it is very user friendly and you don’t have 

to know which files to back up. It does it for you! 


You’ve Got Mail 

Working at the post office, I’m used to 

dealing with a moody public. So, when one 

irate customer stormed my desk, 

I responded in my calmest voice, 

”What’s the trouble” 

“I went out this morning,” she began, “and 

when I came home, I found a card saying the 

mailman tried to deliver a package, but no 

one was home. I’ll have you know, my 

husband was in all morning! 

He never heard a thing!” 

After apologizing, I got her parcel. 

“Oh good!” she gushed. “We’ve been 

waiting for this for ages!” 

“What is it” I asked. 

“My husband’s new hearing aid.”


Mike 

Scotian Gold 

Country Garden 

How to Conserve Water 

in the Landscape 

Since there is a limited amount of fresh 

drinking water in the world, it is very important 

to look for ways to monitor the amount 

used in the landscape. There are a few things 

that can be done to help decrease the amount 

water used. 

By adding a layer of mulch to your garden, 

you keep water in the soil making it available 

to the plant, rather than having it evaporate 

into the air. As the mulch breaks down, it will 

provide nutrients to the soil, which in turn will 

reduce the need for additional fertilizers. 

Xeriscaping is an approach to landscaping 

that minimizes outdoor water use while maintaining 

soil integrity through the use of native 

and drought-tolerant plants. 

Collecting rain water and using it to water 

your garden on hot summer days is a great 

way to save on the use of fresh drinking water. 

Come into Scotian Gold’s Country Garden 

and see our selection of rain barrels. 

Happy Planting Everyone! 

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Kevin Spicer 

Coldbrook Electric 

In coming months you’ll be reading about generators 

and information you may find helpful in choosing 

and servicing your emergency power source. 

Consider: ‘What appliances do I need to operate during a power outage’ And how much power is 

required to both ‘start’ and then ‘run’ these units 

Below is one situation and how to work out the generator size required. There are typically 2 kinds of 

loads in a residence. Motor loads and resistive loads. When you have appliances with motors, you need to 

use the starting watts when doing your calculations. Motors draw more current at startup than when they 

are running. 

Appliance Load Running Watts Starting Watts 

Water Pump (½ HP ) 500 1500 

Fridge 500 1500 

Freezer 750 2300 

Microwave 1000 

Coffee Maker 1000 

Kitchen Lights 120 

Computer 800 

Running watts (excluding load with biggest starting watts) = 3920W 

+ Starting watts of load with biggest starting watts = 2300W 

Sub-Total 6220W 

10% is added for safety + 622W 

Grand Total 6842W 

In this example a 7KW Generator will do the job. 

Nominal voltages taken from manufacturers specifications have been used to calculate this estimate. 

A more accurate calculation can be done using the nameplate information found on the various appliances. 

The Perfect Storm… ‘Anytime you are properly prepared in advance for a power outage with the right 

generator.’ 

Whenever you have a question or want clarification of information in this or upcoming Articles please contact 

me, Kevin Spicer, Journeyman Electrician, at (902) 679-0535 or 

by email at coldbrook.electricsupply@ns.aliantzinc.ca. 

Installation 

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S e r e n i t y L i n d s a y F u n e r a l H o m e s & C r e m a t o r i u m 

Anticipatory Grief: What is it 

by John Kennedy Saynor 

“When you think of it, much of life is spent 

anticipating events, both happy and sad, that 

are about to happen. This is true when we 

learn that someone we love hasn’t long to live. 

What many people don’t understand is that 

when we learn a loved one is dying we begin 

to grieve the loss even while he or she is still 

alive. This experience is known as anticipatory 

grief. It is important to recognize during this 

time that both the person who is dying and 

those who will be left are grieving.” 

Tip: Take steps now to reduce the guilt later. 

You have been given time to say things you may 

want to say to the one who is dying. It may be 

an apology or one more time to say, “I love you.” 

It is a time to talk about what life will be like 

after he or she is gone. It may also be a time 

when you can do some of the things you have 

always wanted to do together. 

Have you ever noticed how much of life is 

spent anticipating events, that are about to 

happen What many people don’t understand 

is that when we learn a loved one is dying we 

begin to grieve the loss even while he or she is 

still alive. This experience is known as anticipatory 

grief. 

What might you experience during the period of anticipatory grief 

1. Sadness You will experience an intense sadness knowing that someone you 

love is dying and some of your plans will go unfulfilled. 

2. Frustration One day you will be in denial. The next, you may be hopeful 

your loved one will beat the illness. This ambivalence can be very frustrating. 

3. Guilt You may have said or done things that make you feel guilty. 

4. Anger You may be angry with the doctors, the one who is dying or God! 

5. Loneliness You may experience loneliness because the person is no longer 

part of your everyday life. 

6. Fear You are entering unknown territory. You may be afraid of how the disease 

will run its course. You may fear what life will be like after the person has died. 

7. Hope Many people in this situation find a great well of inner strength. You 

may find strength in your spirituality, your friends, your own life experience. 

John Kennedy Saynor is an Anglican Priest, a licensed Funeral Director and Coordinator of the GEN- 

ESIS Bereavement Resource Centres. 

Serenity 

Lindsay 

Funeral Homes & Crematorium 

Berwick Funeral Home 

192 Commercial St. • Berwick 

Nova Scotia, B0P 1E0 

Phone: (902) 538-9900 / Fax: 538-9635 

Kentville Funeral Home 

5 Leverett Ave. • Kentville 

Nova Scotia, B4N 2K5 

Phone: (902) 678-2151 / Fax: 679-2980 

New Ross Funeral Home 

4935 Highway #12 • New Ross 

Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0 

Phone: (902) 689-2961 / Fax: 679-2980 

Wolfville Funeral Home 

568 Main Street, • Wolfville 

Nova Scotia, B4P 1E5 

Phone: (902) 542-4656 / Fax: 542-4690 

Port Williams Crematorium 

1212 Parkway Drive, • Port Williams 

Nova Scotia, B0P 1T0 

www.serenitylindsayfuneralhome.ca 

Phone: (902) 542-4656 / Fax: 542-4690


SPRING IS HERE 

Brian Rafuse 

Valley Power Products 

Does your lawn need a little TLC Why 

not look at RENTING an aerator to aerate your 

lawn. Core aeration is the mechanical removal 

of small cores of soil from your lawn using an 

aerator machine. This might be the most important 

thing you do to your lawn to create a 

healthy thick lawn. 

As your lawn grows it accumulates a thick 

layer of “thatch” on the surface of the soil. 

Thatch consist of a tight network of roots, etc 

that look like a thick fiberous mat. This thatch 

acts as a barrier, blocking the movement of 

air, water and fertilizer into the root zone. By 

aerating your lawn annually the thatch layer 

is broken up and the soil cores that are pulled 

out break apart on the lawn surface mixing 

with thatch changing it into something closer 

to soil than thatch. 

Now don’t you think your lawn needs a 

breath of fresh air 

Brian Rafuse 

The 

Rotary 

Club 

of 

Kentville 

Proud to serve our local 

community and provide 

international aid 

Rotarians In The 

Community 

The funds raised through our Apple 

Blossom hot dog stand go towards 

community organizations and to help us 

meet our committments we have towards 

community events. 

The Kentville Rotary Club meets every Monday 

at Rosie’s Restaurant in Kentville at 12:15 

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The Daffodil 

Jennifer Daniels 

Daniels Flower Shop 

The Daffodil, botanically 

known as Narcissus, is a sure 

sign of spring. 

Native to Europe, North Africa 

and Asia, the Daffodil is part of the Amaryllis 

family with over 100 known species. In the Southern 

U.S., smaller more delicate forms of the Narcissus 

are known as jonquil, but, what ever the variation, 

we call them Daffodils. 

The flower was named after the Greek myth of 

Narcissus, a young immortal fellow who was granted 

his good looks from the Gods. The only condition 

was that he was not to gaze at himself and 

make of his good looks. 

One day while hunting in the forest, a nymph 

named Echo fell desperately in love with Narcissus, 

but was spurned by him. So in love, she wept and 

pined over him until all that was left was her voice. 

The goddess Nemesis heard of Echo’s plight and 

lured Narcissus to a crystal clear lake where in vain, 

he gazed upon himself and vanished. In his place 

grew a golden flower, which bears his name. 

Never the less, it’s time to keep your eyes open 

as there is nothing vain to be able to gaze upon the 

clusters of sunny blossoms that, at any time, will 

adorn our spring gardens. 

I wander’d lonely as a cloud 

That floats on high o’er vales and hills, 

When all at once I saw a crowd, 

A host, of golden daffodils; 

Beside the lake, beneath the trees, 

Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. 

-William Wordsworth 

Daniels 

Flower shop 

Jennifer Daniels 

CAFD 

40 Water Street 

Windsor 

Nova Scotia 

We also carry Vintage Chic 

Antiques and Curios 

902-798-5337 

j.daniels71@live.ca 

www.danielsflowershop.net 

1-888-262-0377


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• Check perimeter drains around your property and make sure they are clear of ice 

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• Drive carefully. Never try to drive through floodwater. If a car stalls in floodwater, 

get out quickly and move to higher ground. 

• If you are planning to travel, follow current highway conditions and any road 

closures signs. 

• Organize your individual and family emergency kit. It should contain important 

documents, prescription medication, a flashlight and first aid kit. 

• Watch for changing conditions, particularly if you live in low-lying areas or near 

waterways. 

• Ensure you have a battery-powered radio in working order, with spare batteries, to 

listen to instructions from local emergency officials. 

• Avoid small creeks and rivers. Their channels tend to be narrow and can fill up 

quickly. Also, eroded banks result in unstable ground. Most importantly, keep 

children and pets away from stream banks. 

• To report severe flooding in your area, contact your local municipal government. 

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To add your event for the 

next issue go to: 

www.valleyevents.ca 

Tuesday, May 1 

Ticket Auction. Lions Club, Wolfville. 12:30-1:30pm. Cost: Tickets 20 / $1.00. 

Info: (902) 542-4508 

Theatre: Heaven’s Gates & Hell’s Flames. Kingsway Assembly, Kentville. 7-9pm. 

Cost: Free. Info: (902) 678-3455 

Wolfville and Area Newcomers Club. Farmers Market, Wolfville. 7-9pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: (902) 697-3344 

Music: Port Pub House Band. The Port Pub, Port Williams. 7:30-11pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: (902) 542-5555 

Wednesday, May 2 

Theatre: Beauty and The Beast Jr. Brooklyn District Elementary School, Newport. 

7pm. Cost: Admission: $7.00/Adults $5.00/Students and Seniors. Info: 757- 

4120 

Music: Misty Mountain Misfits. End of the Line Pub, Bridgetown. 7:30-10pm. 

Cost: Free. Info: 902-665-5277 

Thursday, May 3 

Literary: Storytellers Circle. Library, Weymouth. 7pm. Cost: Free. Info: 902 

837-4596 

Theatre: Beauty and The Beast. Brooklyn District Elementary School, Newport. 

7pm. Cost: Admission: $7.00/Adults $5.00/Students and Seniors. Tickets: Tickets on 

sale now at Brooklyn Home Hardware, Windsor Pharmasave and Brooklyn District 

School. Info: 757-4120 


7pm. Cost: $7.00/Adults $5.00/Students and Seniors. Info: 757-4120 

Music: North Mountain Chorus. Firehall, Waterville. 7:30-10pm. Cost: Donation. 

Music: The Hupman Brother’s. Paddy’s Pub, Kentville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. 

Info: (902)-678-3199 

Friday, May 4 

Lecture: Huggins High School Science Seminar. K.C. Irving Environmental Science 

Centre, Wolfville. 8:30am-4pm. Cost: $50.00. Info: 902-585-5242 

Culinary: BBQ Fundraiser. Century 21, Kentville. 11:30am-1:30pm. 

International Soccer Camp for Girls. Indoor Soccer Stadium, Kentville. 5:30pm. 

Cost: $115.00 Vist the website to register. Info: 902-678-2426 

Workshop: Spirit of Moms & Daughters Retreat. Colonial Arms, Deep Brook. 

6:30-12pm. Cost: $269 per pair plus tax. Info: 902-638-3041 

Music: Jazz Mannequins. The Blomidon Inn, Wolfville. 6:30-10pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: 902-542-2291 

Music: Coastal Crisis Tour. Lions Club, Wolfville. 7-11pm. Cost: $7.00 Advance 

tickets $10.00 Door. Tickets: Fanfare in New Minas. Info: (902) 542-4508 


7pm. Cost: $7.00/Adult $5.00/Students and Seniors. Info: 757-4120 

Theatre: Mr. Pim Passes By. CentreStage Theatre, Kentville. 7:15-10pm. Cost: 

$12 Adults $10 Seniors and Students. Info: (902) 678-8040 

Music: Booty Boppin Brass Band. Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville. 8-10pm. 

Cost: $20. Tickets: http://www.evergreentheatre.ca/. Info: 825-6834 

Music: Open Mic with Andy & Ariana. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 8:30- 

11:30pm. Info: (902) 538-7787 

Music: Hal Bruce. Lew Murphy’s Family Grill & Bar, Coldbrook. 8:30-12pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: 365-6873 

Music: Amanda LeBlanc. The Port Pub, Port Williams. 8:30-11pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: (902) 542-5555 

Saturday, May 5 

Relay for Life Yard Sale. Garage, Kentville. 7am-3pm. Cost: Free. Info: (902)681- 

9129 

Culinary: Breakfast. Fire Hall, Bear River. 7-10am. Info: (902) 467-3633 

Culinary: Breakfast. Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Kentville. 8am-10pm. 

Cost: Donation. Info: (902) 678-3198 

Flea Market. Centennial Arena, Kentville. 8am-1pm. Info: (902) 679-2542 

Indoor Yard, Bake and Plant Sale. United Church, Aylesford. 8am-1pm. 

Park Community Clean-up. Centreville Park, Centreville. 8am. Cost: Free. 

Giant Yard Sale. Northeast Kings Education Centre, Canning. 8:30am-12pm. Info: 

902 582-2040 

8th Annual Native Plant Sale. Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens, Wolfville. 9am- 

12pm. Cost: Free. Info: 585-1917 

New to You Sale. United Baptist Church, White Rock. 9am-1pm. Info: 

Yard Sale. Community Hall, Canaan. 9am-2pm. Info: 678-3809 

Rummage Sale & Boutique. St. Andrew’s United Church, Wolfville. 9-11:30am. 

Info: (902) 542-3796 

Best Toyota’s 20th Anniversary. Best Toyota, Kentville. 9am-2pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: 902-678-6000 

Music: Naming the Twins. Farmers Market, Wolfville. 10am-1pm. Info: (902) 

697-3344 

Workshop: Painting & Process. Acadia University Art Gallery, Wolfville. 10am- 

4pm. Cost: Workshop Fee: $50 gallery members/ $60 non-members. Info: 902- 

585-1373 

Ticket Auction. Grand View Manor, Berwick. 11am-1pm. Cost: Tickets are 20 / 

$1.00. Info: 902-538-3118 

Spring Bazaar. Rawdon Gold Mines Hall, Upper Rawdon. 2-6pm. Cost: Adults: 

$7.00 Children under 12: $4.00 Children under 5: Free. Info: 632-2454 

Fundraising Auction. Fire Hall, Summerville. 4pm. Info: (902) 633-2680 

Culinary: Swim In For Supper. Fire Hall, Lawrencetown. 4:30-6pm. Cost: Adults 

$8 Children under 12 $4. Tickets: Advance Tickets limited to 200. Available from 

Pool Committee members Shyloe Emmett, Angie Cress, Meghann Moore, Wanda 

Batson, Denise Naugler. 

Culinary: Roast Beef Supper. Community Hall, Melanson. 4:30-6:30pm. Cost: 

Adults $12.00 Children (Under 12) $5.00. 

Music: Country Music Show. Woodville Community Centre, Woodville. 7pm. 

Cost: $5.00. Info: (902) 678-4371 

Theatre: Mr. Pim Passes By. CentreStage Theatre, Kentville. 7:15-10pm. Cost: $12 

Adults $10 Seniors and Students. Info: (902) 678-8040 

Music: Singing with Heart. Wolfville Baptist Church, Wolfville. 7:30-9:30pm. Cost: 

$15 regular; $12 students/seniors. Tickets: Box of Delights , Wolfville. Info: 542-5524 

Theatre: Lorne Elliott. Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor. 

8-9:30pm. Cost: $28 Adults / $26 Seniors and Students Tickets at Moe’s Music 798- 

5565. Info: (902) 798-5841 

Music: Night Kitchen. Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville. 8-10pm. Cost: $8 advance. 

$10 at the door. Tickets: Just Us! Cafe in Wolfville. Info: (902) 542-3344 

Music: Middleton Choral Society. St. John’s United Church, Middleton. 8pm. 

Cost: A freewill offering will be taken. Info: (902) 825-3187 

Music: Park Street. Lew Murphy’s Family Grill & Bar, Coldbrook. 8:30-12pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: 365-6873 

Music: Jon Duggan. Paddy’s Pub, Kentville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: (902)- 

678-3199 

Music: Jack MacDonald. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: 

(902)-542-0059 

Dance: Big Deal. Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville. 9:30pm-12:30am. Cost: $6/ 

person. Info: (902) 678-8935 

Sunday, May 6 

Benefit For Baby Paisley. Fire Hall, Vaughans. 10am. Cost: Tournament is $10 

per person. 

Visual: Slices of Nova Scotia. Pheonix Hollow B&B, Windsor. 11am-5pm. Cost: 

Freewill offering. Info: 1-866-900-6910 

Ticket Auction. Royal Canadian Legion, Canning. 11am-1pm. Info: (902) 582- 

7246 

Culinary: BBQ Fundraiser. Fire Hall, Kentville. 12-4pm. 



Princess & Pirate Tea. United Church, Aylesford. 2-4pm. Cost: 5.00 per person/ 

child. Tickets: Scotiabank in Greenwood Spoil me Rotten, Berwick Deanne Corkum, 

Aylesford 847-0644. 

Music: Stars of the Festival. Acadia University, Wolfville. 2pm. Info: 585-2201 

Music: Hymn Sing. Stoneyhill United Baptist Church, Lockhartville. 7pm. 

Music: Hymn Sing. Community Hall, Somerset. 7pm. 

Music: Paddy’s Session Band. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: 

(902)-542-0059 

Monday, May 7 

Music: Open Mic with Amanda LeBlanc. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 8pm-12am. 

Cost: Free. Info: (902)-542-0059 


Culinary: VON Lunch Bunch. Salvation Army Community Church, Bridgetown. 

12-1:30pm. Cost: Cost is $7 per person and includes a full hot meal, dessert and 

tea or coffee. 

Careforce Alzheimer Cafe. Kings Riverside Court, Kentville. 2-4pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: (902) 679-1993 

V E Day Parade. Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. 7pm. Cost: Free. Info: 902 

825-3411 

Lecture: Weight Loss and Your Hormones. Village of Kingston, Kingston. 

7-8pm. Cost: Free. Info: 765-2800 

Music: Port Pub House Band. The Port Pub, Port Williams. 7:30-11pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: (902) 542-5555 


Workshop: Vegetarian. Absolutely Fabulous Bed, Bath & Home, New Minas. 

6:30-8:30pm. Cost: $35. Tickets: Absolutely Fabulous Bed, Bath & Home. Info: 902 

681 2284 


Workshop: Family Caregiver Education Series. Careforce Home Health Services, 

Kentville. 2-4pm. Cost: Free. Info: 365-3155 

Lecture: Loving Your Heart. Memorial Library, Wolfville. 7-8pm. Cost: Free. Info: 

(902) 542-5760 


Info: (902)-678-3199 

Friday, May 11 

Quilt & Rug Hooking Show. Baptist Church, Centreville. 10am-8pm. Cost: Admission 

is a freewill offering Lunch/Light Supper Friday $8.00 Lunch Saturday $8.00. 

Info: 678-1946 


Info: 902-542-2291 

Music: Peter Davidson. Horton High School, Wolfville. 7pm. Cost: $20.00 in advance 

$25.00 at the door. Tickets: Acadia Box Office Headliners Studio, 510 Main St, 

Kentville JIm 542-3498, Mike 542-2177 Ed 542-5134, Mildred 542-2889 Raye Anne 

542-0536, Perry 542-2658. Info: (902) 542-6060 



Music: Open Mic with SWIG. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 8:30pm. Cost: no cover. 

Info: (902) 538-7787 

Music: Sheva. The Port Pub, Port Williams. 8:30-11pm. Cost: Free. Info: (902) 542- 

5555 

Music: Life of Riley. Tommy Gun’s, Windsor. 10pm-2am. Cost: $5.00 cover charge. 

Info: 902-798-0124 


Culinary: Mother’s Day Breakfast. Community Hall, Scotts Bay. 8-10am. Cost: 

$5 per plate; children 12 and under eat for $2.50. Info: 582-7679 

Annual Plant Sale. Community Center, Lakeville. 9am-12pm. Info: 679-2731 

Yard Sale. Foresters Hall, Clementsvale. 9am-3pm. Cost: Inside tables are $10.00 or 

bring your own table to set up outside is $5.00. 

Music: Amanda LeBlanc. Farmers Market, Wolfville. 10am-1pm. Info: (902) 697- 

3344 

Quilt & Rug Hooking Show. Baptist Church, Centreville. 10am-4pm. Cost: Admission 

is a freewill offering Lunch Saturday $8.00. Info: 678-1946 

The Literacy Mile. Adult Learning Centre, Kentville. 1-3pm. Cost: Donation. Info: 

679-5252 

Meeting: Community Meeting. Community Hall, Centreville. 2-3:30pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: 678-3999 

Culinary: Mothers Day Tea & Ticket Auction. Baptist Church, Middleton. 

2-4pm. Cost: 1.00 for coffee or tea Desserts-$2.50 each Tickets for the Auction-$2.00 

for an envelope. Info: 825-3537 

Mother’s Day Tea. Community Hall, Canaan. 2-4pm. Cost: Donation. Info: 678- 

3809 

Culinary: Annual Lobster Supper. Christ Church Anglican Parish Hall, Windsor. 

4:30-6:30pm. Cost: $25 per ticket. 

Culinary: Dinner and Auction. Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor. 6-10pm. Cost: 

Single Ticket - $40.00 Table of 10 - $400.00. Tickets: Scotiabank on Water St., Windsor. 

Info: (902) 798-2031 

Dinner & Silent Auction. Fire Hall, Lawrencetown. 6pm. Cost: Tickets are $25 and 

must be purchased no later then April 29. Tickets: Available at Natural Food Store, Annapolis 

Roya, Goshe Pet care, Tupperville, MFI Advertising, Lawrencetown, Middleton 

Vet clinic, Greenwood Animal Hospital, Shear Techniques, Meadowvale, from Debbie 

765-2424 and from Anna 825-2277. 

Film: Annapolis Valley Short Film Festival. Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville. 7:15- 

10pm. Cost: $10. Tickets: Boso Bamboo Boutique in Wolfville (www.boso.ca). Info: 

(902) 542-3344 



Music: Variety Show. Community Hall, White Rock. 7:30pm. Cost: Admission $5. 

Info: 542-7936 

Dance: An Evening of Bellydance. End of the Line Pub, Bridgetown. 7:30pm. 

Cost: $7 at the door. Info: 902-665-5277 

Music: Matt Millett & Rob Hunt. Lew Murphy’s Family Grill & Bar, Coldbrook. 

8:30pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: 365-6873 

Music: Witchitaw. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 9-11:30pm. Info: (902) 538-7787 

Music: Amanda LeBlanc. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: 

(902)-542-0059 

Music: Witchitaw. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 9-11:30pm. Cost: $10.00. Tickets: 

Available at the Union Street Cafe. Info: (902) 538-7787 

Sunday, May 13 

Music: Benefit for Donnie Berry. Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville. 10am-4pm. 

Cost: $5 admission. Info: (902) 542-5869 

Community Arts Sunday!. Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning. 12-4pm. Cost: 

Donation. Info: 902 582-3842 

Music: Amadeus and Arthur. St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Annapolis Royal. 3pm. 

Cost: Admission: $10 adult; $5 students under 16. Tickets: Tickets available from 

Westside Studio, Annapolis Royal, from choir members or at the door. 

Culinary: Mother’s Day Supper. Forties Community Centre, New Ross. 4:30-6pm. 

Cost: Adults $10 Children 5-12 $5 Under 5 $2.50. Info: 689-2612 

Monday, May 14 

Music: Open Mic with Darren Arsenault. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 8pm-12am. 

Cost: Free. Info: (902)-542-0059 


Culinary: VON Lunch Bunch. Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Kentville. 12- 

1:30pm. Cost: Cost is $7 per person and includes a full hot meal, dessert and tea or 

coffee. Info: (902) 678-3198 

Careforce Alzheimer Cafe. New Beginnings Center, Greenwood. 2-4pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: 765-8155 


Info: (902) 542-5555 


Lecture: Artists Talk- Wayne Boucher & Don Pentz. Acadia University Art Gallery, 

Wolfville. 2-3pm. Cost: Free. Info: 902-585-1373


Little Sock Tea & Sale. Forties Community Centre, New Ross. 2-4pm. Info: 689- 

2612 


Culinary: VON Lunch Bunch. Royal Canadian Legion, Clementsport. 12-1:30pm. 

Cost: Cost is $7 per person and includes a full hot meal, dessert and tea or coffee. 

Info: 902-638-3303 


Info: (902)-678-3199 



Info: 902-542-2291 

Theatre: Anne of Green Gables. Festival Theatre, Wolfville. 7pm. Cost: Tickets 

$15 each. Tickets: M & M Meat Shop in New Minas Designer Cafe in Kentville Box of 

Delights in Wolfville Acadia Box Office in Wolfville. Info: 902 542-5500 



David Celia. Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville. 8-10pm. Cost: $18. Tickets: http:// 

www.evergreentheatre.ca. Info: 825-6834 

Music: Open Mic with Paul Marshall. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 8:30-11:30pm. 

Info: (902) 538-7787 

Music: Lindsay Duncan. The Port Pub, Port Williams. 8:30-11pm. Cost: Free. Info: 

(902) 542-5555 


Plant, Yard and Bake Sale. Glooscap Curling Club, Kentville. 8am-1pm. Cost: 

Free. Info: 902) 678-4637 

Music: Jack McDonald and Dennis Robinson. Farmers Market, Wolfville. 10am- 

1pm. Info: (902) 697-3344 

Music: SWIGgin at the English Country Fair. Muir Murray Estate Winery, 

Wolfville. 12pm. Cost: No cover. Info: 902 542-0343 

Music: Blackfly Music Festival. Royal Canadian Legion, Annapolis Royal. 2pm. 

Cost: $5. Info: (902) 532-5196 




Theatre: Mr. Pim Passes By. CentreStage Theatre, Kentville. 7:15-10pm. Cost: 

$12 Adults $10 Seniors and Students. Info: (902) 678-8040 

Music: Paul Marshall & the Croaking Toads. Lew Murphy’s Family Grill & Bar, 

Coldbrook. 8:30pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: 365-6873 

Music: Ryan Cook. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 9-11:30pm. Cost: $15. Info: (902) 

538-7787 

Music: Al King. Paddy’s Pub, Kentville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: (902)-678- 

3199 

Music: Manitoba Hal. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: (902)- 

542-0059 

Dance: Still Doin’ Time. Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville. 9:30pm-12:30am. Cost: 

$6/person. Info: (902) 678-8935 


Mud Bog. Valley Raceway, Melvern Square. 12-4pm. Cost: $10.00 each, 12 and 

under free. Info: (902)765-0974 







(902)-542-0059 


Music: Open Mic with Sam Wentzell. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 8pm-12am. Cost: 

Free. Info: (902)-542-0059 


VON Alzheimer Cafe. Cool Water Cafe, Bridgetown. 5:30-7:30pm. Cost: Free. Info: 

902 665 4488 


Info: (902) 542-5555 


Workshop: Salads. Absolutely Fabulous Bed, Bath & Home, New Minas. 6:30- 

8:30pm. Cost: $35. Tickets: Absolutely Fabulous Bed, Bath & Home. Info: 902 681 

2284 


Music: Ken Whiteley. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 9-11:30pm. Info: (902) 538- 

7787 


Info: (902)-678-3199 



Info: 902-542-2291 



Music: A Whittle Off-Broadway. Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville. 7:30-9:30pm. 

Cost: $15 Adults $12 Seniors & Students. Tickets: Just Us! Cafe in Wolville. Info: (902) 

542-3344 

Theatre: Fishing (with Jeremy Webb). Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville. 

8-10pm. Cost: $20. Tickets: http://www.evergreentheatre.ca. Info: 825-6834 

Music: Open Mic with Beer in the Headlights. Union Street Cafe, Berwick. 

8:30-11:30pm. Info: (902) 538-7787 

Music: Darren Arsenault. The Port Pub, Port Williams. 8:30-11pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: (902) 542-5555 


Back to Back Challenge. Gaspereau Valley Fibres, Wolfville. 9am-7pm. Cost: Free. 

Info: (902) 542-2656 



Music: Charlie A’Court. Mermaid Imperial Performing Arts Centre, Windsor. 8pm. 

Cost: $25 Adults $23 Seniors and Students. Tickets: Moe’s Music 798-5565. Info: 

(902) 798-5841 

Theatre: Fishing A Comedy. Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville. 8-9:45pm. Cost: $20. 

Tickets: Box of Delights Bookstore & Box Office. Info: (902) 542-3344 

Music: Son of Leod. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: (902)- 

542-0059 

Dance: Country Heat. Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville. 9:30pm-12:30am. Cost: 

$6/person. Info: (902) 678-8935 


Great Strides Walk for Cystic Fibrosis. Western Kings Arena, Kingston. 11am- 

4pm. Cost: Donation. Info: 


Tickets: Box of Delights Bookstore & Box Office, Wolfville. Info: (902) 542-3344 

Dance: Celebrate Life Dance. Acadia University, Wolfville. 2-4pm. Cost: Donation. 

Info: 585-2201 

Culinary: Spring Dinner & Auction. Royal Canadian Legion, Annapolis Royal. 

4-8pm. Cost: $40 per person. Tickets: Historic Gardens, Annapolis Royal or online at 

www.historicgardens.com. Info: (902) 532-5196 

Come Golf On Our Island 

www.islandgreengolf.ca 

Music: Spring Gospel Concert. United Baptist Church, Kentville. 6:30-8pm. Cost: 

Donation. Info: 678-3162 


(902)-542-0059 


Workshop: The History of Jazz. Acadia University, Wolfville. 9am-12pm. Info: 

585-2201 

Music: Open Mic with The Hupman Brother’s. Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville. 8pm- 

12am. Cost: Free. Info: (902)-542-0059 


Culinary: VON Lunch Bunch. Rebekah Lodge, Berwick. 12-1:30pm. Cost: Cost is 

$7 per person and includes a full hot meal, dessert and tea or coffee. 


Info: (902) 542-5555 


Tickets: Box Of Delights Bookstore & Box Office, Wolfville. Info: (902) 542-3344 



Tickets: Box of Delights Bookstore & Box Office, Wolfville. Info: (902) 542-3344 


Film: The Hupman Brother’s. Paddy’s Pub, Kentville. 9pm-12am. Cost: Free. Info: 

(902)-678-3199 

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checks that should be done before you start towing. 

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President 

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Consultant 

You, like most 

of us, are trusting 

of others, tending 

to believe what 

you are told. 

When conducting 

business you hope 

to be treated in 

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ethical manner. 

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position of risk. 

Consider this specific example: You have 

found the vehicle you want and are now 

negotiating the purchase. You tell the 

salesperson you want to trade in your existing 

car and you still owe money on it. Your 

salesperson asks who your loan is through 

and advises that they will obtain the buyout. 

You are asked what you want for your 

trade-in. You are offered way more than 

anyone else. 

You are very impressed by this offer and 

end up buying the vehicle. 

Here’s the problem: The dealer obtaining 

the buyout is in a position to ‘add’ to it. Since 

you are still at the dealership, you have no 

way of knowing that what you are being told 

is correct. The amount ‘added’ to your buyout 

can be used by the dealer to cover the inflated 

amount ‘you got’ for your trade-in. 

You should always be looking for caution 

flags when making your automotive purchase! 

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