October 2014 Town Crier Newsletter

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Motions from
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Calendar of Events
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Biz News
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Conker Championship
Ghost Town
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What’s Happening
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More What’s Happening
Thank You’s
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Recreation News
For Public Works Emergencies please contact the Public Works Department at 902‐532‐8347 8
Town Hall will be closed October 13, 2014, Thanksgiving. Regular office hours will resume October 14, 2014. Mayor Tompkins Available by appointment Call 902‐532‐2043 or email [email protected] L
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If you witness any vandalism
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Motions from Unapproved Council Minutes of September 22, 2014
MOTION a Grant an Extension Moved by Councillor Paquette, seconded by Councillor Hudson be it resolved that Council grant an extension under the Orderly and Peaceful Conduct By‐law to the owners of the Hillsdale House Inn to allow music until midnight on October 11, 2014 as requested. CARRIED MOTION b Application AR14‐021‐HER Moved by Councillor Hudson, seconded by Councillor Mersereau, that Council gives the applicant at 21 Church To contact the Annapolis Street heritage approve to repair and replace the emergency fire escape as detailed in application AR14‐021‐HER, providing all conditions of the Land Use By‐law are met. CARRIED Royal Police Department MOTION c Ratification of Electronic Vote re: Leaf and Yard Waste Keys Moved by Deputy Mayor Power, seconded by Councillor Hudson to ratify the motion moved, seconded and CALL 532-2427
carried unanimously July 23, 2014 as follows: “a) That Council rescind the July 21, 2014 motions regarding the leaf and yard waste drop‐off site keys for Any time, 24 hours a day
residents and contractors; b) that Council approve that new keys be made available to all residents, business occupants, or owners of in‐Town properties or a contractor regularly employed by them to assist with yard and tree maintenance, MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
and who are currently authorized holders of an old key to the lock at the leaf and yard waste drop‐off site at no extra cost; Mayor Michael Tompkins
c) that residents, business occupants, or owners of in‐Town properties or a contractor regularly employed by [email protected]
them to assist with yard and tree maintenance, who wish access to the leaf and yard waste drop‐off site, and who do not have an old key be required to pay a non‐refundable key deposit in the amount of $25; Deputy Mayor Pat Power
d) that at the time of issuance of a key in accordance with b) or c) above, an agreement that includes [email protected]
Conditions as set‐out in the attached outline that has been reviewed by Council shall be obtained from the recipient; Councillor Sherman Hudson
e) that the provisions of this motion shall be incorporated in an updated policy that is to be developed in [email protected]
respect of the future operation of the Leaf and yard Waste Drop‐Off Site. CARRIED Councillor Byron Mersereau
MOTION d Draft Policy for Use of Leaf and Yard Waste Site [email protected]
Moved by Councillor Mersereau, seconded by Councillor Paquette to adopt the policy on Yard Waste Drop‐Off at the Leaf and Yard Drop‐Off Site as presented. CARRIED Councillor Paul Paquette
MOTION e Motion to Approve Capital Water Budget 2014‐2017 and Water Utility Budget 2014‐2017 [email protected] Moved by Councillor Hudson, seconded by Councillor Paquette to approve the Annapolis Royal Capital Water Budget 2014‐2017 and the Town of Annapolis Royal Water Utility Budget 2014‐2017 as presented. CARRIED The public is welcome to
MOTION f Seasonal Business Reductions for 2014‐2015 attend all meetings.
Moved by Councillor Hudson, seconded by Deputy Mayor Power that Council approve the following Seasonal Business Reductions for 2014: Roll 92274 in the amount of $3,403.58; Roll 1408402 in the amount of $833.18; Next Meetings
Roll 2466988 in the amount of $2,623.95; Roll 3144577 in the amount of $1,385.21; and Roll 4542975 in the amount of $2,344.39. CARRIED Planning and Heritage Advisory
MOTION g Not for Profit Tax Rebate/reduction 2014‐2015 Committee
October 6 at 6:30 pm
Moved by Councillor Mersereau, seconded by Councillor Paquette that Council approve the rebate/reduction for the following properties: Roll 00479993 in the amount of $2,234.45; Roll 02355256 in the amount of Committee of the Whole
$1,883.55; Roll 00092428 in the amount of $742.40; Roll 02045486 in the amount of $137.75;Roll 02045494 in October 8 at 6 pm
the amount of $1,670.40; Roll 03611957 in the amount of $957.00; Roll 1033240 in the amount of $655.40; Roll 04997409 in the amount of $2,731.05; and Roll 00092398 in the amount of $660.83. CARRIED Marketing & Economic
MOTION h By‐law Enforcement Development Committee
Moved by Councillor Mersereau, seconded by Councillor Paquette, that Council direct the Chief Administrative October 14 at 6 pm
Officer to pursue questions regarding by‐law enforcement as an option for the Annapolis Royal Police Department and report findings to a future Council (or the Board of Police Commissioners) meeting. CARRIED Board of Police Commissioners
MOTION i Solid Waste Material Management By‐law October 15 at 9 am
Moved by Councillor Mersereau, seconded by Councillor Paquette that Council repeal the “Solid Waste Material Management By‐law” that was given second and final reading May 21, 2008 as it has been Council
superseded by the new Valley Region Waste Resource by‐law. CARRIED October 20 at 6 pm
MOTION j Municipal Climate Change Action Plan Draft Pool Committee
Moved by Deputy Mayor Power, seconded by Councillor Hudson that Council approve the Annapolis Royal October 21 at 2 pm
Municipal Climate Change Action Plan dated September 2014 for submission to Service Nova Scotia Municipal Affairs. CARRIED MOTION k Application AR14‐023‐ HER Town Office
Moved by Councillor Paquette, seconded by Councillor Hudson that the applicant at 401 St George Street be Hours of Operation
given heritage approval to replace the windows, install a new deck, add additional parking, and install a ground The Town Office is
sign as detailed in the application AR14‐023‐HER, providing the requirements of the Land Use By‐law are met. open
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MOTION l Application AR14‐024‐HER from 9am to 3pm
Moved by Deputy Mayor Power, seconded by Councillor Hudson that the application to build a garage at 64 St. Patrick’s Lane as detailed in the application AR14‐024‐HER be approved, providing all conditions of the Land Use By‐law are met. CARRIED P a g e
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Heather Killan, Editorial/Feature Writing has been a reporter and editor for numerous papers in Atlantic Canada and currently works for the Spectator. She will offer writing workshops on writing for newspapers. She will help participants understand what editors are looking for, how to frame & write community events and offer tips for getting published. Bring along any questions and be ready for an informative session. ARTsPLACE 7‐ 9 pm 396 St George Street 15 Margaret Trudeau The Staff and Board of Directors of The Women's Place are very pleased to announce that we have finalized our plans to have MARGARET TRUDEAU as our Guest Speaker at The Senior Women's Summit. 7:00 pm‐ 9:00pm King’s Theatre 5 The Fireworkers ‐ Special Screening Filmed entirely in the Annapolis 17 Region in summer 2013. The film, created by Christina Bennett Lind, daughter of ARCAC Board Member Ted Lind. 2:00 pm ‐ 3:30 pm For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. 5 Fourth Annual North Hills Revisited: Family Workshop Exhibition "North Hills Enchanted" The public is invited to attend a display of artworks in the library of ARTsPLACE, created by the young participants of the Family Workshop Series at North Hills. The exhibition runs from Oct. 5 ‐ 11, 2014. Opening Reception 1:00 ‐ 3:00pm ARTsPLACE, 396 St George Street, Annapolis Royal 18 Ted Lind invites you to join him and other visual artists in informal conversations about the creative process. Each participant is invited 19 to bring an artwork of their own that is either completed or in progress (actual artwork or digital file). Together the group will talk about each other’s artwork in an information and non‐threatening manner, using a tried‐and‐true method of visual thinking. Each session includes a “warm‐up” activity with images from the history of art. One time fee $4.00 ARCAC members, $5.00 non‐members ARTsPLACE 6:30‐8:30pm 396 St George Street 7 The British are Coming! Dr. Barry Moody, Professor Emeritus, Acadia University shares his expertise on the 18th century arrival of 22 the Planters and Loyalists in Granville Township. Salt Box Lecture Series, North Hills Museum 5065 Granville Road, Granville Ferry. $8.00 per person. 10:00am ‐ 12:00pm or 1:30 ‐ 3:30pm. Registration required 902‐532‐2168 8 Heather Horsfall, Rug Hooking will have a display of her rugs as well as samples of her design sketchbooks. She will demonstrate rug hooking techniques and show visitors the process of creating a hooked rug. She will also have frames stretched with linen so that visitors can try their hand at this traditional Nova Scotia craft. Come and spend the day! ARTsPLACE 11am‐5pm 396 St George Street Fourth Annual North Hills Revisited: Family Workshop Exhibition "North Hills Enchanted" ARTsPLACE, 396 St George Street, Annapolis Royal 10:00am ‐ 4:30pm, (closed for lunch 12‐1pm) The exhibition runs from Oct. 5 ‐11, 2014 9 The Champlain Garden Club hosts Av Singh, a soil expert. The foundation of a good garden is healthy soil. Come and learn how to make the most of your dirt ! 7:30pm at the United Church. All welcome. 11 11 Nova Dance presents Date with Dance SHE IS: Nova Bhattacharya, and on this “date” she will trace her journey from being a classically trained Bharatanatyam South Asian dancer to a contemporary dance choreographer and interpreter. 7:30pm‐9:30 pm King’s Theatre Fourth Annual North Hills Revisited: Family Workshop Exhibition "North Hills Enchanted" ARTsPLACE, 396 St George Street, Annapolis Royal 1:00 ‐ 4:00pm The exhibition runs from Oct. 5 ‐11, 2014 E v e n t s
Life Itself ‐ King's Film Society The inspiring life story of world‐
renowned film critic Roger Ebert, from his Pulitzer Prize‐winning film criticism at the Chicago Sun‐Times to becoming one of the most influential cultural voices in America. 7:30 pm‐ 9:30 pm King’s Theatre Ray Bonneville is a roaming blues poet, inspired by the road and the many other places he has called home. 7:30pm‐ 9:30pm For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. 7, 8 9,10 o f
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The One Hundred Foot Journey ‐ Movietime After a tragic incident, the Kadam family, led by Papa (Om Puri), moves from their native India to make a fresh start in a safer place. Their van breaks down just outside the quaint village of Saint‐Antonin‐
Noble‐Val in the south of France. They're rescued by Marguerite (Charlotte Le Bon), who takes them in and gives them an exquisite meal. 7:00pm‐ 9:02pm For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. Andria Hill‐Lehr, Writing About Your Own Work This workshop is for visual artists who want to explore new and vibrant approaches to writing creatively and critically about their work. ARTsPLACE 1‐4pm 396 St George Street The One Hundred Foot Journey ‐ Movietime After a tragic incident, the Kadam family, led by Papa (Om Puri), moves from their native India to make a fresh start in a safer place. Their van breaks down just outside the quaint village of Saint‐Antonin‐
Noble‐Val in the south of France. They're rescued by Marguerite (Charlotte Le Bon), who takes them in and gives them an exquisite meal. 2:00 pm‐ 4:02pm For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. End of Life Planning Options—Information Day Don’t wait until it’s too late—Speakers will be sharing their knowledge on: Wills, Personal Directives, Human Body Donation Programs and Cassandra Yonder, a “Death Midwife”, addressing the option of community centered home‐based post death care. Cost $20.00 (beverages and lunch provided) 9am‐3:30pm Please call 532‐5810 before October 7th to register. Annapolis Royal Fire Hall 23 & 25 The Importance of Being Earnest ‐ ADDG Of trysts and twists. Witty one‐liners, mistaken identities and illicit marriage proposals litter the Annapolis District Drama Group's Fall production of Oscar Wilde's classic comedy “. 7:30 pm‐ 9:30pm For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. 26 The Importance of Being Earnest ‐ ADDG Of trysts and twists. Witty one‐liners, mistaken identities and illicit marriage proposals litter the Annapolis District Drama Group's Fall production of Oscar Wilde's classic comedy “. 2:00pm ‐ 4:00pm For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. 28 Ida ‐ King's Film Society A young novitiate nun in 1960s Poland, on the verge of taking her vows, discovers a dark family secret dating from the terrible years of the Nazi occupation. 7:30pm‐ 8:50pm. For more info visit www.kingstheatre.ca. 31 T h e
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Kids Back to School? Make sure you come out and enjoy yourself! Food served daily 11am‐10 pm Saturday 10am‐10 pm Sunday 12 noon ‐8pm Leslie Erickson Art Gallery
29 Victoria St.
Annapolis Royal, N.S., Canada
902-532-1359
[email protected]
contemporary art
handmade paper
African jewelry
Japanese calligraphy
art & photo cards
Farmers & Traders Market Saturday mornings May ‐ October 8 am to 1 pm Wednesday afternoons July and August 10 am to 2 pm Local trades and farmers gather to sell their produce, crafts and collectibles. Live entertainment every market, weather permitting. For Market information, call Corinne Warner at (902) 245‐4824 http://www.annapolisroyalfarmersmarket.com Annapolis Royal Winter Farmer’s Market
Starts October 18th
at the Historic Gardens
Saturday Mornings, 9am -12 noon.
Your source for local food products and more,
from October until May!
Free admission. Call 532-7018
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Annapolis Royal to Host
the 3rd Annual North American Conkers Championship
Saturday, October 18th
Historic Gardens, Annapolis Royal, NS
Conkers? Has anyone really heard of conkers? New to many Nova Scotians, but an old tradition for anyone of
British heritage, Conkers has been making a reappearance in Annapolis Royal in recent years.
The game of conkers involves, quite simply, a chestnut on a string. Well, two actually, as each person in the duel
requires the same armament. The objective – to break your opponent’s conker. Sounds simple, but it is actually
quite difficult and makes for great fun for participants and spectators alike. To quote the Annapolis Royal organizers,
conkers is “A game of Kings and school boys - This centuries old form of sporting battle is about to re-emerge.”
The 3rd Annual North American Conkers Championship will be held “centre-Courtyard” at the Annapolis Royal
Historic Gardens on Saturday, October 18 during the Winter Market. Registration is at 10am and the tournament
begins at 10:30am as participants vie for the coveted Crofton Chalice. No entry fee, no experience necessary, all
ages welcome! For details, visit www.annapolisroyalconkerclub.ca
After the tournament, head over to the Annapolis Royal Golf Club at 2:00pm to try your hand at a putting competition
that will drive you NUTS, during the “Great Putting Challenge”. Yes, you guessed it – instead of balls you will be
putting with conkers! Putter and conkers are provided.
Plan on spending October 18 in Annapolis Royal for this unique day of events, and while you are here be sure to
enjoy some of our many GHOST TOWN activities (www.exploreghosttown.com).
While it is not normally a title to brag about, the Town of Annapolis Royal will proudly call itself a GHOST TOWN this October!
From October 17 to 31, Annapolis Royal will take on ghostly aura as the spirits of the past take over the Town for this Halloweeninspired festival. The schedule includes a spook-tacular array of events.
The Sinclair Inn Museum Haunted House, O’Dell House Museum’s Hidden Hauntings and the Historic Gardens Ghostly Gardens
are running each Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening (Oct 17-19, 24-26). A GHOST TOWN PASSPORT will allow you access
to all three of these family-fun activities, or individual tickets are available as well. Alan Melanson will lead his renowned
Candlelight Graveyard Tours on October 18 and 25, with a special discount price for PASSPORT holders.
Look for other Halloween-themed events in the community. Enjoy shows at King’s Theatre, a creepy “Ghost Village”, our Haunted
Winter Market on Saturday mornings, and the North American Conkers Championship on October 18.
Add to that some great Halloween parties, workshops, a pre-carved pumpkin sale, a Haunted Seek & Find, Ghostly Geo-Caches,
and some ghoulish sales and specials by Annapolis Royal’s businesses… and you are sure to have a grand time when you visit… if
you dare!
For further information visit www.ExploreGhostTown.com or call 532-7018.
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Annapolis Royal School Band Apple Pie and Apple Crisp Sale! Contact a musician or call 532‐0444 to place an order. Pick‐up day is Saturday October 18 at ARRA. Thank you for your support! 6
“Get your GHOST on” this October! Annapolis Royal’s GHOST TOWN begins October 17, and we invite everyone in the community to “Get your GHOST on” in time for this Hallowe’en‐
inspired celebration. GHOST TOWN has gained popularity since its inception a few years back and attracts hundreds of people to Annapolis Royal in late October. The Haunted House at Sinclair Inn Museum and Ghostly Gardens at the Historic Gardens have fast become popular pre‐Hallowe’en outings for families from all over the Valley, and other organizations have jumped on Board with some great events and workshops. To expand the effort, WE NEED YOU! We ask residents and businesses alike to “Get your GHOST on” early, and do some cool decorating on your properties, before October 17. We would really love to have the whole Town decked out for Halloween, so that visitors can witness the community spirit and really get an overall GHOST TOWN impression throughout the Town. Looking for ideas? Visit www.ExploreGhostTown.com Far‐fetched Ghost Village October 24, 25: 6:30pm‐9:30pm: In the Far‐fetched Gallery garden – scary monsters, bats, rats, blood, vampires and more! Graveyard Tours Join the Undertaker as he introduces you to ghosts of our past! October 17, 18, 24, 25: 9:30pm promptly, rain or shine. Meet at the Parking Lot of Fort Anne (behind the Fort) about 9:10pm to get a lantern. Adult $9, Youth (13‐18) $5, Child (12 and under) $3. ANNAPOLIS ROYAL WHARF ASSOCIATION ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is given that the 2014 Annual General Meeting of the Annapolis Royal Wharf Association (ARWA) will be held at the Council Chambers of the Annapolis Royal Town Hall on Tuesday, October 7th, at 7:00 pm for the following purposes: ‐ to receive the report of the directors and accounts for the year ended, and ‐ to re‐elect directors, and ‐ to re‐appoint the ARWA auditors. Adrian Nette, President ARWA We will be closing down for the winter on October 31st. If you have a Gift Certificate you will need to use it before then. In the mean time: Bronwyn Langpap, RMT, can be reached at 902‐309‐1077 Bruce McLaggan, Podiatrist, can be reached at 902‐245‐8487 Becky Peters, Esthetician, can be reached at 902‐247‐5552 Lauren Mugford, Bowen Therapy, can be reached at 902‐638‐3223 We want to thank you for your past business and tell you how much we have enjoyed having you as a customer. Please don't hesitate to call if there is anything we can do for you before October 31st. T h e
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Do you want to be the first in the know? Interested in what is going on in Town? If you are interested in getting important and current public information ; or be kept up to date on what is happening in and around Town or how to get the Town Crier emailed to you directly. . . then just send an email to [email protected] and ask to be added to the mail out list. It is just as easy at that! Each day 160 billion tonnes of seawater flows in and out of the Bay of Fundy during one tide cycle — more than the combined flow of the world’s freshwater rivers! Thank You from ARTs Unleashed! To all the organizations and businesses that planned ARTs Unleashed! events; the people who participated in those events as actors, musicians, demonstrators, etc.; the businesses and organizations that participated in the joint advertising and promotions to help get the word out; and the residents who supported us by spreading the word and attending the events ‐‐ a huge THANK YOU! This town‐wide, 9‐day celebration of the arts would not be possible without your help. Together we produced a very successful festival and got some great publicity for Annapolis Royal. Thank you for making it happen. Grace Butland and Andrea Vandenboer For ARTs Unleashed! and ARCAC THANK YOU! I would like to take this opportunity to thank the residents of Annapolis Royal for coming out and supporting our First Fridays. Honestly without your support our events wouldn't happen. It's wonderful to walk through our town and hear laughter and music. For me that's the kind of place I'm proud to call home. "Where words leave off, music begins." ‐ Heinrich Heine Looking forward to our October First Friday... please come out and enjoy!! sincerely, Holly Sanford Port Royal Legion Br 21 Monday ‐ Bridge 1:15 pm Tuesday ‐ Senior Pool 1:30 pm Tuesday ‐ Darts 7:00 pm Wednesday ‐ Bingo 7:00 pm Executive Meeting ‐ Thursday 9 Oct 7:00 pm ANNAPOLIS ROYAL
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The Annapolis Royal Lions Club will be holding its monthly business meeting in the Annapolis Royal Fire Hall at 7.00 pm on Monday October 13, 2014. The monthly dinner meeting will be held on October 27, 2014 at 6.30 pm (social) for 7.00 pm (dinner) in the Annapolis Royal Fire Hall. Interested members of the community are welcome to attend by contacting the Annapolis Royal Lions Club in advance. Peter Sleight Public Relations Chairperson. 7
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 A safe, supervised, and enriching afternoon
An opportunity to keep active and maintain independence
 A chance to socialize and exercise
 A respite opportunity for caregivers
Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun!
Monday and Thursday 1 to 4 pm
at the Annapolis Royal Nursing Home
Cost $5.00
(A nutritious snack will be served)
For more information call
Jane MacKay, Coordinator 532-8389
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Active Living News
Here’s what’s happening in the Town of Annapolis Royal
to help keep you active, healthy, and happy.
Construction of Natural Play Space in the Grant Potter Memorial Park There will be a number of exciting new things being added to the Grant Potter Memorial park over the next two months including some new active play elements as well as some landscape features. These will help encourage skill building physical activity in younger children, and give parents a wonderful environment to spend some family time. For details on the project plan, or if you are willing and able to volunteer some time to help with the construction, please contact Noah Scanlan, Active Living Coordinator, at [email protected], or call (902)‐955‐1205. Thanks for your patience during the construction process if any limitations on park usage or closures are needed! Fall/Winter 2014 Weekly Recreation Programs in Annapolis Royal Power‐Hour Class ARRA: Mon 8:05 ‐9:05pm and ARRA: Wed 7:15‐8:15pm Fall Session $70 for 24 classes, $40 for 12. Starts Sept 15 Instructor: Jane Power Grimm Indoor Field Hockey ARRA: Mon 7:00 – 8:00pm Grade 9 +, Starts Sept 22, $30 Leader: Mike Fearon Indoor Soccer ARRA: Wed 8:20 – 9:30 Grade 9 +, Starts Sept 24, $30 Leader: Paul Lalonde Volleyball (Co‐ed) ARRA: Sun 7‐9pm Ages 16 +, Starts Sept 21, $30 Leader: Amanda Huston Badminton ARRA: Thursday 7:30‐9pm Grade 9+, Starts Sept 18, $30, Leader: Mike Scott Table Tennis ARRA: Tues 7‐9 & Thurs 7:30‐9pm Grade 9 +, Starts Oct 23, $20 Leader: John Rodie ARRA =Annapolis Royal Regional Academy For more information on these programs please contact Noah at [email protected], or call (902)‐955‐1205. You can pre‐register, or register at the first session. Student discounts are available. 4th Annual Apple Cider Making Event! Where: Annapolis Royal Community Garden (behind the legion) Cost: Free Will Offering When: October 18th, 2014 9:30 am – 3 pm This is a hands‐on and family friendly event where you will learn to use an apple cider press. Please bring your own apples and bottles! For more information please contact Angelika. (angelika‐[email protected] or call (902)‐532‐0161) New Fitness Program for Fall 2014 The Annapolis Living and Learning Institute is offering a new fitness program Monday and Thursday evenings from 5‐6pm, starting September 29. The program is designed for adults and seniors who’ve never attended fitness classes or exercised before, and will gradually help one develop their strength and flexibility. Some very basic weights, a low tension resistance band, and a yoga mat are required. The instructor is a certified seniors’ fitness instructor, and encourages anyone to come give it a try! For more information, please call (902)‐532‐0556, or email [email protected] For more information, please contact Noah Scanlan, Active Living Coordinator, at [email protected], or call (902)‐955‐1205. For up to the minute info on events and cancellations, please “Like” the Town of Annapolis Royal on Facebook. 285 St. George Street
PO Box 310
Phone: 902-532-2043
Fax: 902-532-7443
Toll Free 1-877-522-1110
E-mail: [email protected]
www.annapolisroyal.com
Garbage Odour Control Tip Generally, there are THREE reasons why a compost bin might develop a less than pleasant odour: #1. It's too moist; #2. It's not getting enough air; #3. There isn't enough brown matter in the pile. If you've got too much moisture in your compost, usually adding a nice layer of brown matter will help dry things out a bit. Brown composting materials are things like DRIED leaves, sawdust, newspaper, straw, hay, etc. If not getting enough air, take a rake or pitch fork or shovel, and turn the materials over to aerate your pile to ensure enough air gets into the mass. Look for more tips next month! WASTE COLLECTION
Pick-up Wednesday
October 8th and October 22, 2014
For more information contact Valley Waste
at 1-877-927-8300 toll free
or www.vwrm.com
REMINDER: The Town of Annapolis Royal
Waste Collection is Wednesday as per Week #1
of the Valley Waste Calendar