Oct-Nov-Dec 2011 - Village of New Minas
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Oct-Nov-Dec 2011 - Village of New Minas
Village of New Minas...A Good Place To Live - Community with Unity! / Shopping Centre of the Valley / Soccer Capital of October November December 2011 Issue 10 Atlantic Canada - NEW MINAS NEWS FOR YOU The Village’s Community Newsletter Since 1968 www.newminas.com Special points of interest: New Rec Director New Recreation Director for New Minas New Rec Facility Halloween Parties The Village of New Minas has a new Recreation Director. The Village Commission and staff wish to introduce the newest member of our team John Ansara as our Recreation Director. John, is married to Krista and the father of two children, Zane & Eden. He’s currently finishing his degree in Kinesiology at Acadia University. John has worked with us as our sports instructor for most of our recreation programs for the past few years. Celebration of Lights Recreation Life an Active & Healthy Lifestyle Community Special Events Special Events Thank You VON Opportunities Community Groups Contact Numbers Handbags for Habitat AV Project Village of New Minas’ Recreation Facility Inside this Issue: As part of providing healthy living opportunities to the community, the village is in the process of building a new recreation facility at the Lockhart Ryan Park. Roscoe Construction, has started construction and the expected completion date is approximately in nine month. It is exciting to be able to provide a venue for all of our recreational programs. As well as, provide rooms for various community groups here in New Minas. In the past, finding locations for our programs was extremely challenging. Day camp space being the most challenging. Design & floor plan of the new facility provided on page 8. New Rec Director 1 New Rec Facility 1 Halloween Parties 2 Celebration of Lights 2011 3 Recreation Programs 4-5 Live an Active Lifestyle 6-7 Community Special Events 8-9 Special Events Thank You 10 VON Opportunities 11 Community Groups 11 Contact info 12 Handbags for Habitat AV Project 12 Page 2 NEW MINAS NEWS FOR YOU Special Events Senior’s Halloween Party Thursday, October 27, 7 – 9 pm, NMVFD Hall Seniors 50+ are invited to bring friends and join host Denny Myles, for a night of fun and music. Wear a costume if you want to; prizes will be awarded. New Minas Recreation will provide refreshments for participants. The admission is only $5.00 per participant. Please register in advance at the Village office or by phone 681-6577, by Tuesday, October 25, 2011. Children's Costume Party Friday, October 28, 6 – 8 pm, New Minas Civic Centre Children, ages five through nine are invited to bring friends and join us for a night of fun, music, dancing and games; such as blindfold mummy wrap, candy tosses, pass the pumpkin, the spooky walk and more. Wear your best costume, prizes will be awarded. New Minas Recreation will provide refreshments. Free admission, and there is no need to preregister. Just show up and have a Spooktacular Halloween. Thank you, to our 2011 sponsors These special events would not be possible without the help of the generous support from the businesses in New Minas and the surrounding areas. New Minas & District Lions Club, Connors Diesel Ltd, Service Master, Pretti Poisies, Saunders Tartans & Gifts, The Home Depot, McDonalds Restaurant, Tim Hortons, Cornwallis Chev Buick GMC, Valley Credit Union, Stirling’s Fruit Farms Ltd, Valley Stationers Ltd, Absolutely Fabulous Bed Bath & Home, Michaels Arts & Crafts, Sobeys and more. For a complete list with logo’s please check out our next newsletter due out sometime in January. Issue 10 Page 3 Special Events A Quick Glance at the Schedule! November 19 – December 31, 2010 DATE/TIME EVENT/ACTIVITY LOCATION Nov 19 6:00 pm Dec 7 6:45 pm Dec 7 6:45 pm Dec 7 7:00 pm Dec 7 7:05 pm Dec 15 5:30 pm Santa Parade Tree Lighting Ceremony LED Light Exchange Spectacular Fireworks Children’s Christmas Party Seniors Christmas Party Commercial Street New Minas Civic Centre New Minas Civic Centre New Minas Civic Centre NMVFD NMVFD Santa Parade of Lights The Santa Parade 2011 will officially kick off the New Minas Celebration of Lights with another Parade to be held Saturday evening, November 19, at 6:00pm on Commercial Street. LED Light Exchange Program The Village of New Minas in partnership with Nova Scotia Power is offering for every two sets of lights you bring , you’ll receive one free set of LED Lights on Dec 7, 6:45 pm, at the New Minas Civic Centre. LED Bulbs, last 10 times longer than traditional bulbs, produce very little heat, reducing the risk of fire and contain no glass and are durable and safe. For more information on exchange locations and ways to save energy, visit nspower.ca/energysavings. Tree Lighting Ceremony & Children’s Christmas Party You and your family are cordially invited to attend the New Minas Celebrations of Lights Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony & Children’s Christmas Party on Wednesday, December 7, beginning at 6:45 pm at the New Minas Civic Centre. This annual event will start at the Village’s gigantic Christmas tree between the New Minas Civic Centre and the Skate Park, with Seasons Greetings from invited dignitaries before the Light-up and fireworks, then proceed to the New Minas Volunteer Fire Hall, led by the Town Crier, Lloyd Smith, for the continuation of activities with the Children’s Christmas party. ―Senior’s Christmas Party‖ Thursday, December 15, 2010, 5:30 – 9 pm NMVFD (New Minas Volunteer Fire Dept) Seniors 50+ are invited to bring friends and enjoy an evening of music and dancing with host Denny Myles. New Minas Recreation will provide a home cooked turkey dinner & dessert for participants, the fee is only $15.00 per participant. Please register in advance by December 8th, at the New Minas Civic Centre, or call John at 902-681-6577. This activity depends on the number of registrations. So, register soon to ensure this fun event does not get cancelled due to low registrations. May the joy of the Christmas season follow you throughout the coming year! Page 4 NEW MINAS NEWS FOR YOU Recreation New Minas & Area Parent/Tot Playgroup Mondays 10:00 — 12:0 0 Children ages:0 — 3 Downstairs New Minas Civic Centre October Schedule October 24: Just Play October 31: Halloween Party! We are inviting you to our house for the Halloween Party. Come and join us for some yummy treats, crafts and play. Feel free to put your little ones in their Halloween costumes and if you like, yourself as well. For directions please email or call Stephanie at 365-2796. Program Leader: Stephanie Williams No need to register, just stop by and play. Contact info: [email protected]. Sports Programs N.M.H.L. Youth Floor Hockey Ages: 9 — 13 Oct 4 — Dec 6, 2011 Tuesdays 6:00 — 7:00pm New Minas Baptist Church $45.00 Minimum Participants: 12 Sport Start for Kids Oct 10 — Dec 12, 2011 Ages: 4 — 5 Mondays 5:00 — 6:00pm Ages: 6 — 8 Mondays 6:00 — 7:00pm New Minas Baptist Church $45.00 Minimum Participants: 8 Adult Volleyball 10 week program Wednesdays 7:00 — 8:45pm EMS $20.00 Proceeds from the adult volleyball program is being donated to the school breakfast program. Maximum Participants: 16 New Minas Recreation cancelled some of our fall programs. Unfortunately, there were not enough children registered by the registration date to enable us to offer these programs. We regret the loss of opportunity for the youth in our area and we will attempt to offer most of these programs again this winter. If parents want their children to take part in these great programs (volleyball, badminton, basketball, etc), please pre-register, as that is how we determine whether or not we are able to offer a program. New Minas Recreation is always looking to expand it’s programming and would welcome suggestions for future sports and other recreation programs. Please contact John Ansara, 902-681-6577 or the [email protected]. Decorative Painting Oil Painting Classes Wednesdays 1 — 4 pm New Minas Civic Centre Robin — Oil, Sep 28, Oct 5 & 12, $60.00 includes canvas, paints and special supplies Wine & Grapes — Acrylic, Oct 19 & 26, Nov 2, $50.00, inc. paint & special supplies, canvas & table extra Loon — Watercolour, Nov 9 & 16, $40.00 includes paint & paper Grisaille Landscape — Nov 23 & 30, Dec 6, $50.00, includes paint, 16x20 gallery canvas $20.00, regular $10.00 Landscape with Bench Seminar Sat Oct 22, 10:00 — 4:00, $40.00, canvas extra or bring your own Christmas Surprise Seminar Sat Nov 19, 10:00 — 4:00, $55.00 To register for any of our programs contact the Village Office at 902-681-6972. Issue 10 Page 5 Recreation Older Adults Life Quality Improvement Program Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00 - 11:00 am New Minas Civic Centre DVD — Walking video provided. No fees will be charged until instructor is available. Employment Opportunity $$$$ New Minas Recreation is looking for an older adult fitness instructor, two classes a week, Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 10:00am to 11:00am. If you are interested please contact John at 902-681-6577 or [email protected]. Senior Computer Course The Village of New Minas is now accepting names for their Senior Computer Classes. If you are interested in taking these classes please contact the office at 902-681-6972. Call early, maximum number of students available per class. Computer Availability Schedule The Village of New Minas, is offering Seniors a place to come use a computer. We have four computers available for seniors enjoyment. Below is a list of day and times that the computers will be available for use. Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm 12:00pm - 4:00pm 12:00am – 4:00pm 9:00pm – 4:00pm Date & Times are subject to change, if required Ballroom Dancing Wednesdays 6:30 pm to 9:00pm New Minas Civic Centre The Village of New Minas is offering a Weekly Ballroom Class; all levels of experience welcome. Instructor: Steven MacDonald $5.00 drop-in fee. Kings Community Concert Band The Kings Community Concert Band encourages local musicians to join and enjoy playing concert band music. The Band now practices every Monday night in the Annex of the New Minas Baptist Church, 9453 Commercial Street, New Minas. Rehearsals begin at 7:00pm. The Band plays for concerts, local community functions, marches in parades and is active all year long. For more information visit the Band website www.KCCB.com or call 902-542-7085 Page 6 NEW MINAS NEWS FOR YOU Live an Active & Healthy Lifestyle Celebrate Food...from Field to Table Anne McLaughlin, AVH Dietitian Did you know: Families who eat together, eat better. Children who eat with at least one family member present have a better nutrient intake. Children and adolescents who eat together with their family are a decreased risk of overweight and obesity. Also, greater participation in food preparation is associated with a higher frequency of eating together as a family. Registered Dietitians are your best source for trusted advice on healthy eating. AVH dietitians are located in all the AVH hospitals and Health Centres. And remember, if you have any nutrition questions; call the AVH Nutrition line toll free at 1-888-642-8484. CHALLENGE 2: “Healthy Eating is Expensive” 1: Many nutritious foods can be quite affordable, including beans and lentils, oatmeal and rice (especially when bought in larger packages), in season produce, eggs, and frozen vegetables. 2: Remember to treat meat as the focus, but not as the main part of the dish: this will help with costs. 3: Read flyers, comparison shop, and avoid food wastage. 4: If freezer space allows, buy meat and breads on sale. 5: Buy lots of in season vegetables and fruit and freeze them for later use. CHICKEN AND CORN CHODWDER INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp non-hydrogenated margarine 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 cup diced celery 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 cup diced peeled sweet potato 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1 boneless skinless chicken breast (about 4oz/125g), cubed 1 can (370 ml) 2% evaporated milk 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large sauce pan, melt margarine over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery and red pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. 2. Add chicken, broth, sweet potato and corn; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until chicken and potatoes are cooked through. Add evaporated milk and parsley; heat over low heat (do not boil or milk will curdle). Serves: 9 Calories: 118 Fat: 2-7 g Carbohydrates: 14 g Fibre: 1 g Saturated fat: 0.8 g Sodium: 362 mg (15% DV) Issue 10 Page 7 Benefits of Physical Activity Regular physical activity not only makes us stronger, gives us energy, decreases stress and contributes to healthy growth and development, but can help to reduce the risk of premature death and chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, colon cancer, breast cancer, type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis. But did you know??? 91% of Canadian children and youth do not meet the recommended 90 minutes per day of physical activity Only 15% of Canadian Adults meet the minimum amount of daily recommended exercise Decreased levels of physical activity are consistently shown to be associated with increased screen-time (i.e. TV/video viewing, computer usage) Physical Activity Tips Children and Youth (ages 5-17) Add physical activity to your day! Replace computer and TV time with something active. Learn which sports and activities your children enjoy and find lessons or clubs for them if you can Sign your child up for multiple sports. Kids who participate in different sports see improved athletic performance and a decrease in injuries. Take kids to the playground or to the park to play For adults (ages 18-64 years) Be active at least 2.5 hours a week to achieve health benefits. Focus on moderate to vigorous aerobic activity throughout each week, broken into sessions of 10 minutes or more. Get stronger by adding activities that target your muscles and bones at least two days per week. Any amount of physical activity will do you some good, but to achieve greater health benefits, do more. Older adults (65 years and older) Adults aged 65 years and older should take part in at least 2.5 hrs of moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic activity each week. Spread out the activities into sessions of 10 minutes or more. It is also beneficial to add muscle and bone strengthening activities using major muscle groups at least twice a week. This will help your posture and balance. Sources: Public Health Agency of Canada, www.phac-aspc.gc.ca www.activehealthykids.ca Page 8 NEW MINAS NEWS FOR YOU Community Special Events Drawing & Plans Diabetes Clothesline Program The Canadian Diabetes Association’s Clothesline Program is running into its 26th year of operation. The Diabetes Clothesline Program gladly accepts clothing, footwear and purses of all kinds as well as reuseable household items such as linens, towels, draperies, toys, dishes, pots & pans, knick knacks, tools and jewelry. We ask that you do not place encyclopedias, magazines, condensed novels, furniture or garbage in or around these bins as these items cost the Diabetes Association to dispose of taking those valuable dollars away from their real cause. Clothesline Drop Boxes in your area are located at Kent Co-op and Superstore in New Minas, Centreville Kwikway, 955 Lydiard St, Centreville, DeGraaf’s Kwikway at 9705 Main St., Canning and at the Kentville Save Easy, 451 Main St.. Donations may also be dropped off at 10057 Highway 221 in Canning or if you require assistance in getting your donation picked up, please do not hesitate to contact me at 582-7980. Proceeds raised through the sale of donated items help the Diabetes Association promote the health of Canadians through diabetes research, education, service and advocacy. Diabetes is one of the fastest growing deceases in our country today. Your generosity through donations to the Clothesline Program will help to make a difference. For further information, please contact the Diabetes Association at 1-800-505-5525 or by contacting Peter Wallis at 582-7980. We thank you in advance for your support of this very worth while program. New Independent Non-Profit School Two Public Information Sessions are being held in October regarding a new non-profit school called New Booker School. It is dedicated to becoming the first International Baccalaureate World School in the Maritimes for grades K-8. The Booker will share a 5-acre campus of Landmark East and is scheduled to open in September 2012. Brad Stokes, principal of Horton High School, is prepared to offer IB classes in grade 9 and 10 in addition to the grade 11/12 IB Diploma being implemented at Horton this year. Public Information Sessions will be held on Thursday Oct 13 at 7:00 pm in the Wolfville Public Library and on Wednesday Oct 19 at 6:45 pm in the Windsor Public Library and on Friday October 27 at 7:00 pm at the Kentville Publ. More information can be found at www.newbookerschool.ca. Issue 10 Page 9 Community Special Events The Environmental Home Assessment Program (EHAP) is available in all areas of Nova Scotia until March 31, 2012. Homeowners with onsite septic systems and private wells can request a free environmental home assessment by calling 1-800-500-3427. The service is funded by the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and delivered by non-profit organizations providing environmental education. Homeowners can contact Clean Nova Scotia at 1-800-665-5377 to book your FREE assessment in HRM, Hants, Guysborough, Antigonish, Pictou Cumberland, Colchester counties. During the EHAP assessment, Clean Nova Scotia staff will meet with the homeowner at their home for approximately and hour and a half. The homeowner will receive information on how to manage their septic system and well water quality and how to inspect their oil tank. All information obtained during an EHAP assessment is confidential. Home owners who participate in the EHAP assessment are eligible for a $100 septic tank pumping rebate. Those who meet certain eligibility criteria may also apply for a grant of up to $3,000 from the Nova Scotia Department of Environment’s Septic Repair Grant Program. Participation in this program helps to protect our environment and the health of Nova Scotia households. Call 1-866-500-3427 (EHAP) to request your free environmental home assessment. Call Me Fitz Season 3 goes into Production Call Me Fitz is an one of a kind award winning Canadian series that was nominated for 16 Gemini Awards this year (2011), and took home 7 of them. The most of any comedy or drama series this year. Wins include: Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Supporting Role or Guest Role in a Comedic Series (Ernie Grunwald); Best Performance by an Actress in a Continuing Leading Comedic Role (Tracy Dawson); Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Supporting Role or Guest Role in a Comedic Series (Rachel Blanchard); Best Direction in a Comedy Program or Series; and Best Writing in a Comedy or Variety Program or Series. Production of Season 3 started on September 12, 2011, which will air sometime September 2012, season 2 premiered on September 25 on HBO Canada. The 13-episode second season of this made-in-Canada half-hour comedy series was created by Sheri Elwood and then developed by Amaze Film + Television and is produced by Amaze, Big Motion Pictures and Entertainment One, with the participation of The Movie Network and Movie Central. Executive Produced by Sheri Elwood, who is also the series Show Runner, the series is filmed in New Minas, Nova Scotia. The first season of Call Me Fitz premiered earlier this year on DirecTV in the U.S. The complete first season of Call Me Fitz is now available on DVD as of September 27th and includes special bonus feature including: The Genesis of Fitz, Casting of Fitz, Blooper reel and a Season 2 sneak peek, From Entertainment One. L-R - Ernie Grunwald as Larry, Jason Priestley as Richard "Fitz" Fitzpatrick. Page 10 NEW MINAS NEWS FOR YOU Special Events Notice Thank You to our Canada & Celebration Days Sponsors Platinum Sponsor The Heritage Canada Foundation Platinum Sponsor On-Line Support Platinum Sponsor Subway Platinum Sponsor Sobeys Platinum Sponsor Cora’s Breakfast & Lunch Platinum Sponsor Go as you grow Platinum Sponsor Atlantic Superstore Gold Sponsor M & M Meat Shop Bronze Sponsor Kent Co-op Door Prize Sponsor's Winners Tim Hortons Sears $520.55 collected from The Canada Day BBQ & Pop sales added to the IWK donation fund. to all who attended and sponsored our Canada Day and our Celebration Days 2011, they were fun. These special events would not be possible without the help and generous support of the businesses in New Minas and the surrounding area. Issue 10 Page 11 VON Opportunities A Little...Gain A Lot! Are you retired or have spare time? VON will match your strengths, interest and time availability to a role that’s right for you. Opportunities are available with Meals on Wheels, Adult Day programs, Volunteer Visitors and Clerical Assistance. If your interested or would like more information please contact Anna, 902-690-2107 or [email protected]. Community Groups New Minas Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, Rangers Please contact: District Commissioner’s Carrie Doyle 542-2309 carriedoyle @hotmail.com & Carrie Nichols 542-5538 [email protected] Beavers & Cubs Mondays Cubs 6:00 — 7:30 pm Thursdays Beavers 6:00 — 7:00 pm Seniors Minas Fifty Plus Club Minas Fifty Plus Club meets Wednesdays at 1:00 pm at the New Minas Volunteer Fire Department (NMVFD). The first Wednesday of every month is pot luck beginning at 11:30 am. Contact: President Nora Russell at 678-6848 or Anita German at 678-6741. New Minas Sunrise Rotary Club President: Phone: E-mail: Jim Lamb 670-3084 / Fax:538-8284 [email protected] Wednesdays at 7:00 am at Smitty’s Evangeline Recreation Society 8752 Commercial Street, New Minas, NS B4N 3C5 Tel:(902)678-1117 Fax:(902)678-4668 Email:[email protected] Welcome Wagon, Since 1930 Contact Ellen: 902-678-5734 Downstairs NM Civic Centre Contact Dianne Burns 681-2581 New Minas & District Lions Club Mary Stevens, President 681-2040 Peter Wallis, Treasurer 582-7980 Morley Wills, Secretary 678-3819 -Country Breakfasts are the 1st Saturday of every month: 7- 10:30 am at Civic Centre. -Collect used eye glasses, hearing aids, used postage stamps and cell phones. Please drop off at Civic Centre. Meet: Meet: 2nd Tuesday, 6:30pm Business 4th Tuesday, 6:30pm Supper Meeting guests welcome Alexander Society for Special Needs Email: [email protected], Call: 582-3888 Habitat for Humanity Annapolis Valley Project P.O. Box 632 Kentville, NS B4N 3X7 www.habitatav.com [email protected] Issue 10 VILLAGE OF NEW MINAS Page 12 Contact Numbers 9209 Commercial St., New Minas, NS B4N 3G1 [email protected], www.newminas.com Phone: 681-6972 Fax: 681-0779 Organization Contact Info Animal Control …………………………………………………………………………... Phone 678-3647 Building Permit Inquiries…………………………………………………………….. Phone 690-6123 Civic Centre Rentals……………………………………………………………………..Phone 681-6972 Civic Numbers Signs……………………………………………………………………. Phone 582-7980 Department of Environment ………………………………………………………. Phone 679-6086 Lockhart & Ryan Memorial Park Inquiries (fields)……………………...Phone 681-0870 MLA Ramona Jennex, Kings South……………………………………………...Phone 681-3741 [email protected] MP Scott Brison, Kings-Hants……………………………………………………...Phone 542-4010 [email protected] Municipality of Kings County………………………………………………………..www.county.kings.ns.ca or Phone 678-6141 New Minas Volunteer Fire Department (NMVFD)………………………..Phone 681-6661 Planning and Development Inquiries…………………………………………..Phone 690-6138 Police General Inquiries-RCMP……………………………………………………. Phone 679-5555 School/Busing Inquiries……………………………………………………………... Phone 538-4600 Sidewalk Inquiries………………………………………………………………………..Phone 681-6972 Soccer Inquiries…………………………………………………………………………...Phone 542-2905 Street Inquiries……………………………………………………………………………. Phone 679-6122 (DOT) Street Light Inquiries/Emergencies……………………………………………. Phone 1-800-428-6230 (NSP) Street Signs………………………………………………………………………………... Phone 679-6122 (DOT) Tax Bills (Village and County)…………………………………………………….. Phone 690-6144 Traffic Lights………………………………………………………………………………...Phone 679-6122 (DOT) Valley Regional Hospital……………………………………………………………….Phone 678-7381 Valley Waste: Garbage/Recycling………………………………………………..Phone 679-1325 View all approved Village Minutes………………………………………………. www.newminas.com Village Bylaws……………………………………………………………………………... Phone 681-6972 Village Commissioners Contact Numbers…………………………………...Phone 681-6972 Village General Business……………………………………………………………… Phone 681-6972 / Fax 681-0779 Village General Business on line…………………………………………………www.newminas.com Village Recreation Programs & Events……………………………………….. Phone 681-6577 Village Water/Sewer Bills/Inquiries……………………………………………..Phone 681-6972 Village Water/Sewer Inquiries/Emergencies……………………………….Phone 681-7750 Welcome Wagon/Welcome Baby………………………………………………..Phone 678-5734 Habitat for Humanity Annapolis Valley Project Would like to invite you to our first HANDBAGS FOR HABITAT It promises to be a fun night. You can partake in the live handbag auction or check out some of our local venders, have a drink and some hors d’oeuvres all while helping out a very worthwhile cause. We are so excited about this event we can hardly wait. See you at the Farmers Market Wolfville, November 24, Cost of admission $15.00 Watch for more information on the website at www.habitatav.com