Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016 The Arby The official News of Arbourside Court History of the Bagpipe There is no instrument that brings as much gravitas and solemnity to a Remembrance Day ceremony as the bagpipe. Although it is an instrument that we most closely associ- ate with the British Isles, it is of ancient origin that has become the symbol of war and its casualties. The evidence for pre-Roman era bagpipes is still uncertain but several textual and visual clues have been suggested. The Oxford History of Music says that a sculpture of bagpipes has been found on a Hittite slab at Euyuk in the Middle East, dated to 1000 BC. Several authors identify the Ancient Greek askaulos (askos – wine-skin, aulos – reed pipe) with the bagpipe. 1st Century writing records that a roman emperor, possibly Nero, could play a pipe (tibia, Roman reedpipes similar to Greek and Etruscan instruments) with his mouth as well as by tucking a bladder be- neath his armpit.

Spread and development in Europe In the early part of the second millennium, bagpipes or its close cousins began to appear more frequently in artworks. The Cantigas de Santa Maria, written in Castile in the mid-13th centu- ry, depicts several types of bagpipes.Though evidence of bagpipes in the British Isles prior to the 14th century is contested, bagpipes are explicitly mentioned in The Canterbury Tales (written around 1380): A baggepype wel coude he blowe and sowne, /And ther-with-al he broghte us out of towne.

Actual examples of bagpipes from before the 18th century are extremely rare; however, a sub- stantial number of paintings, carvings, engravings, manuscript illuminations, and so on survive. They make it clear that bagpipes varied hugely throughout Europe, and even within individual regions. Many examples of early folk bagpipes in continental Europe can be found in the paint- ings of Brueghel, Teniers, Jordaens, and Durer.

A bagpiper busking with the Great Highland bagpipe on the street in Edinburgh, Scotland The first clear reference to the use of the Scottish Highland bagpipes is from a French history, which mentions their use at the Battle of Pinkie Cleugh in 1547. George Buchanan (1506–82) claimed that they had replaced the trumpet on the battlefield. This period saw the creation of the ceòl mór (great music) of the bagpipe, which reflected its martial origins, with battle-tunes, marches, 13751 74 Avenue, Surrey, BC gatherings, salutes and laments. The Highlands of the P: 604-597-6644|F: 604-597-6401 www.arbourside.com|Like us on Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016 early seventeenth century saw the development of piping families including the MacCrimmonds, MacArthurs, MacGregors and the Mackays of Gairloch.

Evidence of the bagpipe in Ireland occurs in 1581, when John Derrick’s The Image of Irelande clearly depicts a bagpiper. Derrick’s illustrations are considered to be reasonably faithful depic- tions of the attire and equipment of the English and Irish population of the 16th century.

As Western classical music developed, both in terms of musical sophistication and instrumental technology, bagpipes in many regions fell out of favour due to their limited range and function. This triggered a long, slow decline that continued, in most cases, into the 20th century.

Bagpipes are now frequently used during funerals and memorials, especially among fire depart- ment, military and police forces in the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Commonwealth realms, and the US. During the expansion of the British Empire, spearheaded by British military forces that included Highland regiments, the Scottish Great Highland bagpipe became well-known world- wide. This surge in popularity was boosted by large numbers of pipers trained for military service in World War I and World War II. The surge coincided with a decline in the popularity of many traditional forms of bagpipe throughout Europe, which began to be displaced by instruments from the classical tradition and later by gramophone and radio.

In the United Kingdom and Commonwealth Nations such as Canada, New Zealand and Austra- lia the Great Highland bagpipe is commonly used in the military and is often played in formal ceremonies. Foreign militaries patterned after the British Army have also taken the Highland bagpipe into use including Uganda, Sudan, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Jordan, and Oman. Many police and fire services in Scotland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and the United States have also adopted the tradition of fielding pipe bands.

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Manager’s Musing November. What’s good about it? It is the month that we lose an entire hour of daylight; colourful October leaves fall to the ground and form a slick, pasty haz- ard on the sidewalk. It is the time when any hint of the sun’s warmth becomes a faint memory. This is a transitional time; stuck between the positivity of a boun- tiful harvest and the warmth of a roaring Christmas season fire; a time when the weather systems become turbulent and wind storms threaten our coastline.

There has never been a more turbulent or threatening time than when our coun- try has been at war. We are very blessed to have residents that remember vividly the time when our very safety and security were in jeopardy.

Neighbourhood News If November has one redeeming feature it is the oppor- tunity it presents to remember the incredible sacrifice Welcome made by millions of our compatriots in creating peace Hello to Karoline Voelpel, in our land. Join us this month as we pay tribute to the Shirley Johnson, Jack and armed forces and civilians that sacrificed for our wel- Lorraine Sandercock, and fare. Norman Reid. Also, welcome Paul Janzen back Phyllis Leer! Welcom General Manager home and much happiness in your new neighbourhood. Did you know? Get Well Soon Smoke Alarms have an expiry date Recuperating in the hospital Every suite in the building is equipped with a vital is Rena Lush, Frank Wilson piece of equipment called a smoke detector. This de- and vice will emit a loud pitched squeal when it senses that something is burning. Remember that this does NOT Farewell set off a general alarm so if the problem is simply a Goodbye! We wish good piece of burnt toast it will give us the opportunity to luck to Loraine Stewart, investigate without sending the entire building scurry- Kathy and Lewis Lavallee, ing for the exits. Charlotte Griffith, Bea Petti- grew in their new homes To ensure that these detectors are in the best possible working order we do the following: Test them annually (in June). Replace them (every 10 years).

The detector in your suite is current as we installed up to date devices within the past five years. Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016

Arbourside Community Services is available 9:30 am to last appointment. Give her a call at 778-986-2500. Church Services Just a reminder to our new residents MK Flowers that every Sunday at 2:30 interdenomi- Since 2005, Kay Erickson of MK Flow- national Church is ers has been bringing joy through floral held in the Piano Lounge. Catholic mass arrangementsto many Surrey residents is held Sundays at 1:00 in the Piano and business. Check out the fresh flow- Lounge, with the exception of the second ers at reception for an example! Be sure Sunday of the month. It is held on the to give Kay a call at 778-688-3863. second Friday of the month at 10:30 am in the library. LydJo Dental Hygiene Offers in-house dental hygiene services. Seamstress Services Shirin Yassa is a Registered Dental Hy- Sabina Fashions offers full seamstress gienist. If you are interested in having services at market price, and has offered her services, please call her at 604-825- a 10% discount to all Arbourside resi- 1904 to book an appointment. dents. Sabina is located at 100A 13753 72nd Avenue. Her phone number is 604- Linie’s Nails 502-5040. Linie’s hours will be returning to Thurs- days from 9 a.m. to 3 Hearing Aid Clinic p.m. To contact her HAPPY BIRTH- Christina, a hearing aid specialist will please call her at 778- DAY NOVEM- be at Arbourside on the 23rd this month. 241-1953. BER BABIES!! An appointment log has been posted on the Bulletin Board. Please sign your Tender Care Support • Grace Lacey name and choose your preferred time. Service November 3 Housekeeping & Shop- ping Services Offered. Kathy’s Salon – Friendly Service • Ruth Sinkler Formerly Independence with Great Rates November 8 Is an in-house service provided by Kathy Matters. If you require these services please (Thursday and Friday) to care for the • George Warrener call Tina at 778-999- hairdressing and barber-ing needs of the November 8 Arbourside community. See Kathy in her 3262. We will visit you, get your list and pick studioon the second floor – she can usu- • Janice Mohns the items up for you. ally fit you in the same or next day and November 9

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• Doris Willox Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016 Message from the Activity De- admission charge at the door, and return trip partment, a.k.a. Wendy Scott bus fare is 2 Handydart tickets or $5.50 Total. Painting with Ellen is Monday the 7th. El- SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6TH AT 2 AM , len leads us through a painting step-by-step, MARKS THE END OF DAYLIGHT SAV- brilliantly! All supplies are provided free of INGS TIME. REMEMBER TO TURN YOUR charge and you get to keep your masterpiece. CLOCKS BACK 1 HOUR THAT DAY, OR Come early to claim a seat at this popular YOU WILL BE EARLY FOR EVERYTHING! activity. J

Casino trips this month to Elements in Clover- Another busy month ahead! Sign Up Sheets dale (formerly Fraser Downs) are on Wednes- are at Reception, so please give them a scan days the 9th and 23rd. We leave at 10am and and sign up. Don’t forget, they must be faxed return at 1pm. to HandyDart 10 days in advance. We pay homage to our war heroes & heroines Following are highlights of special events on Thursday, November 10, in the afternoon. this month: be sure to check out our regular Please join us in the Piano Lounge as we pay activities such as exercise, carpet bowling, our respects to those who have bravely and walk & roll, video memories, reno keno, noodle honourably served our country. Feel free to hockey, mental aerobics, tai chi, games, and invite family or friends. There will be refresh- more! First on the docket is a free Flu Shot ments offered in the Bistro following. Please Clinic Tuesday, November 1st sponsored by see Wendy if you have served, in any capacity, Pharmasave. Pneumonia shots and boosters to ensure that you are included. A Piper will are also available. This runs from 10 to 2. A be in attendance. form needs to be filled out prior to your shot. On Monday the 14th we head to do some shop- Please see Wendy on Monday if you have not ping. The South Surrey Walmart is our desti- already filled this out. There will be a sched- nation. We will have lunch there before our ule on the Bulletin Board of appointed times; return. Only 7 weeks until Christmas – EEK! please check to find your time. If you are a new Resident, please have your picture ID Christina from Absolute Hearing will be on with current address or a witness (with ID) site on Wednesday the 16th. An appointment to verify your address. A person cannot be a sheet is located at Reception. Don’t forget witness to more than one person. Due to this that DVA and other plans cover the services event, Exercise & Carpet Bowling are can- she offers – check with her to discuss. That celled for this day only. same morning, Brigita from Pharmasave will be presenting on Pain Management during Wednesday the 2nd we are cleaning house and Health Corner. A Pharmacist who has a taking down the Halloween decorations. Then real knack for informing and explaining, of- that afternoon we will be creating more pieces ten with a great sense of humour and she of art to be distributed in our neighbourhood always makes it interesting. Last month’s – we are rock painting again! No experience topics were flu and colds, quite timely, given required and all paints and rocks are supplied the upcoming flu vaccinations and season. In and free. Come and join us and give it a try. the afternoon, Coffee Klatch occurs. This is roundtable conversation with a purpose. We Friday the 4th a visit to the Vancouver Police discuss issues in our neighbourhood and com- Museum is scheduled. There will be a $10 munity, and try to come up with resolutions or Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016 ideas. We have accomplished having our side- be your lunch and any other littles treasures walks completely redone to ensure safer trav- you may pick up along the way. el, and have a hamper (regularly stocked by The final day of November we are treated to a generous Residents) for donations in support 5th Avenue Jewelry Pop Up Shop with Lynne, for Hyland House, a local shelter that serves our favourite Lady of Jewels. Be sure to people in need of all ages. We always enjoy check out her wares, and say hello. She pro- these sessions and I’m sure it has something vides Arbourside with many gorgeous prizes to do with the topics, as well as the goodies handed out during the free raffles at special served to enjoy along with our conversations events. and coffee. Also for the end of the month, and happening all day, we decorate for CHRISTMAS!!! Come Our Happy Hour on Friday the 18th has and join us in getting out the Christmas spirit Carl Ragan providing the music, and Wen- as we decorate halls, bistros, piano and dining dy providing the wine, beer, pop and snacks! rooms, and anywhere else we can think of. Wine and beer are $3/glass, and pop is $1.50. This is a daylong party, with snacks, smiles, Snacks are on the house, and there are al- laughter, while sharing the adorning of our ways tea and coffee available at the bistro sta- home. Be sure to put some of your spirit into tion. Did you sign up for the Roadhouse Grill the mix. on the 21st? Great homemade food served in a wonderfully retro themed room (think November Activities 40’s to 60’s). We’ve never been disappoint- Nov 2 Take Down Halloween ed there, but I must warn you – their soup bowl is HUGE! Our monthly Birthday Party Nov 4 Vancouver Police Museum is Wednesday the 23rd, with Barry Powell bringing some real life to the party with his Nov 7 Painting with Ellen infectious musical style. Sit at the Head Ta`vble if you were born in November, and Nov 9 Casino join us in music, candle blowing, cake, and Nov 10 Remembrance Day Ceremony fun. There will be a sugar free cake offered as well. Our popular monthly visit to C-Lovers in Nov 11 Remembrance Day Langley for their famous all-you-can-eat fish Nov 15 Walmart South Surrey and chips happens Monday the 28th. If you haven’t joined us on this outing before, and Nov 16 Hearing Aid Clinic you like fish and chips (and they are incredi- Pharmasave Health Corner ble), or maybe shellfish or chowder or salad or Coffee Klatch chicken strips or mushy peas or onion rings or Nov 18 Happy Hour with Carl Ragan deep fried dill pickles, consider making this trip – you won’t be disappointed! Nov 21 Road House Grill

Our BIG EXCURSION this month is to Bow- Nov 23 Casino en Island for the day. We leave at 8:15 to Birthday Party catch the 10am ferry. Lunch is served at the Nov 28 C-Lovers local pub, and we get to sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of this beautiful little Nov 29 Bowen Island Bus Tour hidden gem along B.C.’s coastline. Cost is $55 Nov 30 5th Ave Jewelry per person, in advance, and includes your bus Christmas Decorating and ferry fares. Your only other expense will Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016

Memories at Arbourside Outing on a HandyDart bus

Quilt by Phoebe F. and Joyce J.

Trip to Harrison Springs Arbourside Court Newsletter November 2016

More pictures from Harri- son Springs bus trip -- on Astri’s birthday

Resident’s Artworks