WATERSIDE RESTAURANT - OPEN SOON Treat Your Mother to Fine Dining and Decadent Desserts This Mother’s Day Reservations Not Required OPEN 293 Rear Commercial Street - On The Boardwalk SOON PHONE 794-1700 NORTHSIDE FREE FREE Take Copy One THIS WEEK Online VOLUME 2 - #17 - April 26 - May 3 - Florence - Bras d’Or - Pt. Aconi - Sydney Mines - North Sydney The 4th Annual Benchwarmers A Ladies Night Out New Northside Business Fundraiser At Rollie’s Now Open - Sugar Dish Tourney Aids Local Preschooler What Women Want and Congratulations and wel- The Fourth Annual travel to and from Halifax Rollie’s Wharf presents “Be- come to a new business Benchwarmers’ Invitational has been required. cause We Love Mom” – Ladies’ venture - The Sugar Dish Day Tournament will be held at th Spa, now open 363 Main Steet, Our tournament is hoping Night Out Saturday May 5 the Sydney Mines and Dis- Florence in the Shear Madness to raise funds to offset costs at 6 pm. trict Community A fun evening with friends, Hair building. associated with Center during the music, snacks and of course They provide manicures, caring for weekend of April shopping! Tickets are $25 each pedicures, facials, body mas- Samantha. 28th. and include snack and bever- sage and scrubs, waxing and Twelve women’s age combo along with a special makeup. Proceeds from this teams from gift from What Women Want. Open - Tues. & Wed. 10 am - year’s tournament across Cape Tickets available at Rollie’s 6 pm, Thursday 11 am - 8 pm, will be used to sup- Breton will partici- Wharf 794-7774 or What Friday 10 am - 6 pm, Saturday port the St. Cyr fam- pate in the tourna- Women Want 544-1500. 9 am - 4 pm - Closed Sunday ily. Samantha St. Cyr is a lo- All proceeds support the Well & Monday. ment, and activities held cal preschooler currently un- Women’s Clinic- Northside Phone 304-4584 to make throughout the day (e.g., dergoing treatment for Bi- General Hospital. your appointment. Girls Play 2 demonstration, lateral Wilms Tumor, a rare musical performances, and form of cancer impacting the WHAT’S INSIDE THIS EDITION prize draws) will bring many kidneys. Ballast Ground Open- Pg. 2 Northside Shorts ..... Pg. 7 families to the Center. If Surgery was required to feeling well, Samantha Pesticide Workshop - Pg. 3 Paul Power Music ..... Pg. 8 remove one kidney and a hopes to be on hand to sell Carmel Mikol ...... Pg. 4 Veterans Bus ...... Pg. 10 portion of the other, and cookies and lemonade and Robert Hillman ...... Pg. 5 Weekly Soduko ...... Pg. 11 Samantha continues to re- to drop the puck on Satur- Spring Fling News ..... Pg. 6 Community Profile ... Pg. 12 quire treatment. Regular day afternoon. TERRY MacCORMICK’S SEAVIEW MOTORS LTD. POTHOLE SPECIAL Wheel Alignments - $49.99 - LIMITED TIME OFFER - 126 SEAVIEW DRIVE - NORTH SYDNEY PHONEPHONE 794-4947 PAGE 2 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] BALLAST GROUND FISHERIES

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BALLAST GROUND WHARF NORTH SYDNEY - 794-4083 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] PAGE 3 Cape Breton – Pesticide Recertification Sydney Mines Seniors and NORTHSIDE SHORTS Training Session - May 3rd, 2012 Pensioners Club News -By Ann Jobe- NORTH A Pesticide Recertification 11:00 AM – Pest Identification TUE: LINE DANCING: 7-9 SYDNEY workshop will be held at the and Beneficial Insects– every Tuesday at the Sydney LIBRARY North Sydney Exhibition on Rachael Cheverie – (.5hr) Mines Seniors and Pensioners PROGRAMS May 3, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. The 11:30 AM – Weed Identification Club $2.00 Cover Charge. cost is $75. Session – Peter Burgess – WED: 45 Card Game & Jack- The North Sydney Writers Call 1-902-794-7633 to (.5hr) pot, Loonie, Mini Pot, and Even Group meets April 25th from register. Split. TIME: 7:30 7:00 - 9:00 pm and the Senior 12:00 PM – Lunch Book Club meets in the after- SESSION AGENDA 1:00 PM Hands on Calibration THUR: EXERCISE CLASS: 1 O’Clock All are welcome. noon from 2:00 - 4:00. Ask for 8:30AM – Coffee and Regis- Session – Peter Burgess – more information at the Library tration (.5hr) $2.00 COVER CHARGE Desk. 9:00AM – Pesticide Safety and 1:30 PM – Research Update SAT: OPEN MIKE: 8:00 -12:00 The Pain Management Group on Wireworm and Cabbage Personal Protective Equip- Music by R & B Country meets on April 26th at 6:00 pm. ment – examples – Rachael Root Maggot – Rachael – $2 Cover Charge The public is encouraged to Cheverie – (.5hr) (.5hr) attend these various programs 9:30 AM – Where to find pest 2:00 PM – Sprayer nozzle se- Members and Guests are wel- free of charge. management information – lection – hands on session – come to come out and have a 70s Dance - Millville Commu- pest management guides, Peter Burgess – (1hr) Wonderful Evening nity Centre, Saturday, May 5th, websites and how to interpret 3:00 – Evaluation and Wrap Up CANTEEN AVAILABLE 9 - 1. Music is by DJ, $5.00 per pesticide labels – Peter Bur- person, for tickets phone 674- gess – (.5hr) CCR REVIVAL BAND 0048 and 674-2258. 10:00 AM – Pesticide Re-en- Les Day For you Credence HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY try times and Pre-Harvest In- INSURANCE AGENCY LTD. tervals for most commonly Clearwater Revival fans, a to Karen LeMoine on tribute show will be held May HOME - AUTO used Pesticides - Review – COMMERCIAL - TRAVEL the occasion of her 31st at the North Sydney Rachael Cheverie – (.5hr) MOBILE HOME - MARINE birthday from your Firemens Hall on Pierce friends and if you 10:30 AM – General IPM – FISHING VESSELS Street. Admission will be $15 MOTORCYCLE - FARM stop at the Clans- scouting, thresholds etc… - Advance and $20 at the door. 71 MAIN ST. - Bras d’Or men Motel, say hello to her. Peter Burgess – (.5hr) Don’t miss this one!! Mark your calendar now! MONTE CARLO NIGHT will be Breakfast Brunch 736-9261 held on A Breakfast Brunch will be held May 25th May 27, 2012 John D. Steele’s Son’s Ltd. at the 9:00 am – 12:30 pm MONUMENTS - SIGNS Sydney Sponsored by: “Friends Of The CENOTAPHS - PLAQUES Mines Se- Big Bras d’Or Fire Hall” Office - 794-2713 nior & Pen- 1390 Old Route #5, Big Bras After Hours - 794-4411 sioners Club on Fraser Avenue. d’Or Adults: $6.00 Children: The doors open at 7 PM and $3.00 - Eat-in or Take out 32 William St., North Sydney the fun begins at 8 PM. There A CAPE BRETON INDUSTRY SINCE 1896 are lots of great prizes North Sydney Minor Baseball includeing a flat screen TV and Registration - The North Sydney Fire Hall tickets are $10.00 For tickets final registration will you can contact Kay 736-0255 take place Satur- or Claire 794-8856. day, April 28th THURS - WINGS & THINGS - OPEN MIKE from 1:00-4:00 pm with Ernie Wells & Friends Craft & Gift Show at the North Sydney The 5th Annual Spring Craft Mall. HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY 4:00 - 6:00 & Gift Show takes place at the T-Ball ages 5 - 6 and KITCHEN OPEN THURSDAYS Florence Fire Hall, 42 Kempt Rookie 7 - 8 in cal- St., Florence on Saturday, April endar year. Mosquito APRIL 22nd - EVENING DANCE and on Sunday, April 29 from ages 9 and do not turn 13 be- $3.00 COVER “1st CHOICE” 6:00 - 10:00 pm 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Members fore May 1st. The Mosquito Spin The Prize Wheel and Win KITCHEN NOT OPEN Admission: $1.00 and the & Guests Draft takes place May 5th. For a Cash Prize - Jackpot Building THIS SUNDAY Proceeds in support of Wilson further information call Henry PIERCE ST., NORTH SYDNEY - 794-7072 United Church. 784-3367 or Steve 241-2589 PAGE 4 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] NORTHSIDE SHORTS Help Local Singer/Songwriter Carmel Mikol To Win John Lennon Song Writing Contest PUB NIGHT - Sydney Mines The French Immersion I write to you from the road, the wind high and the sun Firemens Centre - Every Travel Group is sponsoring persistent on this brisk afternoon in Cape Cod. I’ve experi- Thursday Night is Pub Night. a Roast Beef Supper Dance Live Entertainment, “Free enced a lot of kindness on this tour. I’m grateful to those Wheelin” - stop by! at the Branch 8 Legion in who come out to the shows and are voting for my song Sydney Mines. “Twenty Something Girl” in the John Lennon Song Contest. Thursday Night Ceilidh It’s scheduled for Saturday, With only three days left until voting closes, I’m asking April 28th and the music is North everyone who believes in this song, to take a minute to click Sydney - by Pepper & Pearl. their vote again at www.jlsc.com/vote in the Folk Category. Rollie’s The Supper is from 7:00- If you’ve already voted once, voting only takes a second Wharf: 8:30 and the dance follows because they don’t make you verify your email address Thursday from 9:00-1:00. Tickets are again. You can vote once a day. Celtic Ceilidh: available at the bar. If we are able to rally enough votes in the next three days, 411 Purves St.: 902-794- Come on out and support I will be among only 12 songwriters from around the world 7774: 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - this worthwhile cause and eligible for Song of the Year, international performance op- Thursdays Celtic Ceilidh the price for this delicious portunities, and a cash prize of $20,000 (which night; 19+ All Ages; FREE meal is only $12.00 and that will go straight toward making my next Big Bras d’Or Monthly also inlcudes the dance. record). Dart League Thank You Please take a second to show your sup- Sunday Breakfast port. And THANK YOU to everyone who has We hope you’ll continue to sup- The Sydney Mines Seniors & been voting all month long. They announce port our monthly Sunday Break- Pensioners Dart League would the winners on May 1st. I’ll let you know what fasts at the Big Bras d’Or Fire like to send out a Big Thank happens (eek!). From the road,~ Carmel Hall. The breakfasts will con- You to the Bras D’Or Seniors tinue to be held on the last Sun- & Pensioners Dart League for 9 PITT STREET day of every month from 9 am a very enjoyable evening, to 12 noon. $6.00 for adults and when they hosted a Fun Dart SYDNEY $3.00 for children, sponsored by Night between our two Your Hometown AdvantageA&K MINES the Friends of the Fire Hall. Leagues, we were treated to a very enjoyable night of darts Southside Boularderie – 45’s Boston Cream with a very excellent group of $ .99 card game every Thursday Dart Players. After darts we all Pies evening at the Southside enjoyed a lovely lunch, also 5 Boularderie Fire Hall. provided by the Bras D’Or League, and a great time was Chicken Fritters CLIP & SAVE had by all. We made some new friends and rekindled some old $ .99 The Public Works Dept. 1 kg. pkg ...... friends, we hope to do it again 6 is now located at 85 in the future. Again on behalf Hartigan Drive in the of the Sydney Mines Seniors North Sydney Industrial & Pensioners Dart League we HOMEMADE $ .99 Park. For more informa- say THANK YOU on behalf of our President Basil Marsh and 2 tion call 794-6452. BEANS ...... the Dart League. EDDIE ORRELL OMELET MIX MLA - Cape Breton North Average $2.00 - $2.50 [email protected] OFFICE HOURS BANANA Monday - Friday - 9:00 - 4:00 $ .99 LOAF ...... 2 PH: 794-4847 309 Commercial Street 794-9445 Fax: 794-1815 North Sydney, B2A 1B9 Your Hometown Advantage NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] PAGE 5 Hillman Outlines Some Election Priorities BIRTHDAY Well it is only 6 months left be- The road conditions in Sydney A&K fore we head to the polls for the Mines is nothing short of a circus PARADE upcoming C.B.R.M. Municipal ride, because when you drive LICK-A-TREAT election, and the only declared down some of the streets its bet- candidate on the Northside Rob- ter than any roller coaster ride that ert Hillman is outlining some of Bras d’Or Disney offers. In Alder Point they the issues he feels is facing the Homemade Ice are very fortunate that they have newly formed district which in- Cream Cakes cludes Sydney Mines, Florence, a community group that is dedi- cated to the area and its well HAPPY 11th BIRTHDAY to for all Little Pond and Alder Point. Jeremy Marks on his birthday Hillman says that although we being. In Bras D’or I would be occassions. have been well represented in the delighted to see an expansion to April 29th, from Mom & Dad, We serve soft Florence and County area by re- the Bras D’or seniors club they R. J., Jennifer, Scott, Fern and and hard ice Veida. tiring councillor Wes Stubbert are a hardworking group and we cream. Try our there is much to be done. For in- should try and do everything we A VERY SPECIAL BIRTHDAY delicious banana stance in Florence we have one can to make the seniors enjoy WISH to Helen Lovell on her of the most beautiful beaches in splits, sundaes, parfaits their golden years. birthday April 27th, with love, Cape Breton and I would like to and don’t forget our from Christina, Brandi Lee and see it utilized. I also feel that the Hillman also says that his cam- homemade drumsticks! whole area needs a major clean- paign will be run on his merit and T. J. up project we have streets and dedication to the area, this cam- A HAPPY 72nd BIRTHDAY to OPEN DAILY neighborhoods that are in deplor- paign is a new start to a new Rita Riles, April 30th, with love 11:00 am - 10:00 pm able conditions. One of my pri- boundry and I feel we need strong from Bobby & Felicia and all orities if elected would be to sit Phone - 736-2488 leadership at the table, we need your friends and family. down with the Island Housing new blood, new fresh ideas and Authority and see what there let’s make this election about the BELATED BIRTHDAY policy is for keeping there rental A&K residents and their needs. WISHES to Eileen Forrest, units up to standard inside and former school teacher, from out. Also in Sydney Mines I would Hillman says he would like to Joy, Joyce, Buddy and your like to see the Brown Street hear your concerns now. He can LICK-A-CHICK Ballfield cleaned up and put back be reached at 574-6240 or e-mail friends. to use there are many involved [email protected] Send your birthday wishes 7 Pieces Chicken, Medium in the baseball association on the The election will be held on to [email protected] Fries, Medium Gravy, Northside and they are trying to Medium Salad, Saturday October 20, 2012 . $ .48 promote physical fitness and 3 Rolls ...... 23 BRADMAN participaction which we all need. Bangor Shopping Trip 12 Pieces Chicken, Large Seats Are Still Available SALES Fries, Medium Gravy, Northside This Week Medium Salad, The 1217 Halfway Rd., $ .99 is published every There are still spaces left for Sydney Mines 4 Rolls ...... 32 Thursday for the the bus shopping trip to 18 Pieces Chicken, Large residents of the Bangor 736-1359 Fries, Medium Gravy, Maine Medium Salad, Northside by SEAMLESS GUTTERS $ .99 on 6 Rolls ...... 38 Minstrel Publications Aluminum Windows & Doors O c t The editor is Glen Gray Sash & Screen Repair Try Our Delicious Ice Cream o b e r Cakes For All Occasions and he may be reached FREE ESTIMATES at Cell - 304-4345 or at 4th, 5th and 6th returning Located in Bras d’Or On the home 564-9022 or on October 7th. Quality Guaranteed Trans Canada Highway If you are interested, call by email - Over 40 Years OPEN - 11 AM - 11 PM DAILY [email protected] Wendy at 736-3206 to EXPERIENCE reserve your spot. PHONE 736-9496 RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Come Join Mike’s Place - The Fun! Every Dance The Night Away Fri. & Sat. 10 pm Thursday Night Midnight - $2.50 KARAOKE with with GENERATIONS Shots & Shooters DJ Duke Every Friday Night SUNDAY Ian & The Boys OPEN MIKE with DJ DUKE 1 PITT STREET - SYDNEY MINES - 736-6216 - Check New Kitchen Hours PAGE 6 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] Fling Into Spring at Bras d’Or View Restaurant May 5th - Saturday - 12 - 4 p.m. as we host our 2nd Annual Spring Fling

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Management and Staff thank all of our loyal customers for their continued patronage What a better way for us to say “Thank You” then to support such a worthy cause and give back to our community 126 Seaview Drive All Proceeds go to our Local Food Bank - HopePH: to See794-4947 You There!! NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] PAGE 7 NORTHSIDE SHORTS CBU Offering Creative Writing Course FLEA MARKET SAUSAGE Do you write or want to write short stories? BBQ BAKE TABLE 50/50 TICKETS SALE Do you dream of someday writing a novel? DATE - SATURDAY,May 26, Sydney Mines & District 50/50 2012 - TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 Tickets are now on PM sale. There will be a Why not take a creative writing class this June at CBU? Internationally published author and CBU lecturer Jesse Patrick Come and join us and have drawing every Sun- fun at our Flea Market located day. This is a great Ferguson will lead this intensive but fun workshop-style class way to support mi- where you’ll learn how to master plot structure, characteriza- in South Haven (Highway 105) tion, narrative strategy, revision and, of course, nor baseball in the Featuring: A Great Variety of area. Get your Even how to get published! DETAILS: Flea Market Finds and Books, Split Tickets Bake Table, Delicious sau- today! Course Number: ENGL 3623:0 Where: CBU sage/hotdog BBQ with the Mother’s Day Draw When: June 4-28, 2012 trimmings. Admission: $1.00 Instructor: Jesse Patrick Ferguson with tea/coffee provided. There will be a Mother’s Day Registration: Online (www.cbu.ca) South Haven Community Hall draw sponsored by the Sydney Time: 5:30-8:30pm, Mon., Tues., Thurs. - TCH 105. Mines Seniors & Pensioners Cost: Standard CBU course fee (approx. $580) Club. Credits: 3 Free Family Skate The Draw will take place on Register early, as spots are limited. New Deal Community Cen- the 12th of May 2012. tre Ltd. will spon- Tickets are $1.00 each. Or a Sydney Mines School World Champions sor a Free Fam- book for $5.00. Like many other sporting overall for the Cape Breton- ily Skate on groups and teams, Cape Victoria Regional School Friday, May 4th, Anyone looking for Tickets can Breton now shares another Board, reading a total of 21,553 2012 between contact: Helen MacLeod at world title. Sydney Mines Jun- pages. 4 - 5:30 PM at the Sydney 736-8060 Or they can contact ior High School is world cham- Sydney Mines library Mines and District Commu- the Seniors & Pensioners club: pions in the Tartan division for technican Becky MacDonald nity Centre in Sydney Mines. 6 Fraser Ave., Sydney Mines, was the top reader for board the world literacy champion- We will be accepting non- NS - 736-3100. staff, reading 12,009 pages. ship, the 2012 Wow reading perishable items in support of Principal Donnie Holland noted challenge. local food banks. 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Tune Up and Repairs on ALL Models of Lawn & Excellent Selection of Above Ground Pools Garden Equipment Salt Water Pools & Generators FREE Professional Pool Installation ESTIMATES Pickup & Delivery Complete Line of Pool Chemicals & Supplies PH: 544-0023 PAGE 8 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] HELP A BENEFIT DANCE AND by Paul Power SUPPORT SILENT AUCTION SLATED - Benny Benassi and his cousin BENEFIT for Kaylee MacIntyre Alle Benassi, the song puts and will be held MADONNA – “MDNA” (Uni- Madonna smack dab in the DANCES June 15th at the versal) - This is Madonna’s middle of the dance pop scene ON THE Branch 83 Flo- twelfth studio album, following again in a huge way. It holds NORTHSIDE rence Legion. up on her triumphant return to it’s own on the charts up There will be live the dance floor and the charts BENEFIT DANCE - Will be against songs by artists half music from 6:00 - 9:00 and DJ with “Confessions on the held May 4th at the Sydney Madonna’s age. Music by Majestic from 9:00 - Dancefloor” (2005) and the That electronic dance vibe Mines KOC to help Tanya phenomenal “Hard Candy” in 1:00. The admission is $10.00. dominates the album with (Robinson) MacRae and Billy 2008. This album follows a “Some Girls”, “I’m Addicted” MacRae who lost everything in FUND RAISING TOURNA- similar path to that of “Hard and “I’m A Sinner” proving that a recent house fire. MENT - The 4th Annual Candy” with top-notch pop-ori- Madonna is THE original dace Donations can be made at Benchwarmers Tournament in ented dance music and some floor Diva. British pop star the door. For tickets you can aid of Samantha St. Cyr will be special guests in tow. Mika co-wrote the groove phone Kathleen Serroul at held April 28th at Sydney Mines Let’s be clear about one heavy “Gang Bang” 217-06651 or Amber MacRae thing; she may and District Community Center and Nicki Minaj 371-9692. have her share of . Read the details on the story makes her unique Music is by DJ and the dance detractors but Ma- on page 1 of this publication vocal appearance on is from 9:00-1:00 donna is awe- “I Don’t Give A”. Of some and without Great Cape Breton Music course she is also on A BENEFIT DANCE will be Madonna there 24 Hours A Day the “Give Me All Your held this Friday at the North would be no Lady Logon - enjoy the music Luvin” single. Sydney Firemens Hall on Gaga, no Katy As for the rest of Pierce Street in North Sydney. www.kleeradio.com Perry, no Nicki the album, “Madge’s” It begins at 9:00 PM and runs Minaj or countless die hard fans will love “Turn Up until 1 AM. 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Northside AUTO SALVAGE Ltd. WE ACCEPT ALL METAL GOODS - CELL PHONE # - 565-5230 Licensed Mechanic On Duty - Autobody/Collision Work - Auto Recycling 84 Tobin Road - North Sydney 24 Hour Towing and Mon. - Fri. - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 794-3170 Lock Out Service SAT - 9:00 am - 1 pm 794-7224 PAGE 10 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEKSmile - email - [email protected] Seniors Travel Bingo Big Bras d’OR – There will be a Band Performs Travellers Alert Breakfast Brunch on April 29th A special Merchandise Bingo from 9:00-12:30 sponsored by For Veterans Be Careful Of wil be held at the the Friends of the Big Bras d’Or Sydney Mines Fire Hall at 1390 Old Route #5 in Bus at North Local Language Senior & Pen- Big Bras d’Or. Adults $6.00, Chil- Sydney Legion In our quest to be of assis- sioners Club on dren $3.00, Eat In or Take out. tance to the travelling public May 6th begin- Royal Canadian Legion Alter Ego will perform on and to further spread the Cape ning at 8 PM. th Branch 83 - Florence Saturday May 5 beginning Breton culture and goodwill, we It is sponsored by the Se- at 9 pm at the North Sydney niors Travel Group and there offer this travelling alert for any- POOL Legion in support of the are lots of great prizes includ- body wishing to visit Wales. TOURNAMENT new Veterans’ and Patient ing Oil, Pizzas and Chicken. Bus ….tickets are $5 each I had a few, then noticed two Admission is just $2.00 Every Wednesday Night and available from Leah stout girls by the TUESDAY BINGO - 8 pm Snow-Recreation at bar. They both Merchandise & Cash Harbourview Hospital or in had strong ac- EVERY the Foundation Office. cents so I said: Tickets will also be avail- BINGO THURSDAY “Hi,are you two girls from able at the door. For the latest and most 8:00 pm - CASH PRIZES Scotland ?” comprehensive list of local SATURDAY NIGHT KITCHEN What Is The Phrase? One of them chirped: “It’s events, logon to - PARTY with Greg & Raymond WALES you friggin’ idiot!” www.cbchoices.com. & Friends - 6:00 - 9:00 Mike Little compiles the Someth So I immediately apologized complete listing of events BREAKFAST Bi and said: “Sorry, are you two that he gathers from all the Every Sunday From 9:30 - 12:30

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MONDAY, APRIL 30 TUESDAY, MAY 1 THE Blue Mist 5:05 pm Western Fair (H) May’s Simulcast DINING ROOM & LOUNGE 8:00 pm Northfield (H) 8:10 pm Woodbine (H) Schedule is being BRAS D’OR CORNER - 736-2801 8:25 pm Kawartha (H) Finalized Saturday WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 THURSDAY, MAY 3 10:00 - 2 am Watch for the Opening of TEMPTED Northside Downs Coming Soon! TRY THE STEAK SPECIAL ON FRIDAY NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] PAGE 11 FREE WEEKLY SODUKO PUZZLE CAN YOU What Is The Phrase? SOLVE THIS MYSTERY? TRO BLE

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GARAGE PACKAGES TOO!! Dance April 27 th - KILLIN’ TIME DANCE - May 5th - Alter Ego 1100 MAIN STREET Archibald Avenue - North Sydney SYDNEY MINEMINES 736-9722 794-4816 - 794-7482 - Members & Guests PAGE 12 NORTHSIDE THIS WEEK - email - [email protected] COMMUNITY PROFILE RHYME TIME Name This Phrase Each clue is a two letter rhyme. - By Kim Rideout - For example, #1 is “Book 2 LATE

Crook” See if you can get the LATE

- Two Little, Too Late Too Little, Two - Sydney Mines Senior Citizens other 8 rhymes. ANSWER and Pensioners Club 1. A literary thief FREE ESTIMATES A long standing non-profit organization in the town of 2. A naked sitting device Sydney Mines, The Senior Citizens and Pensioners Club is a very active organization. 3. A literature hiding place At the present time they have roughly 200 active mem- bers and they are kept very busy throughout the year. 4. An uncooked animals foot This organization is run by an Executive Board who New &Used 5. A pig meat rip off serves one year terms. Members of the Executive are voted in by the membership of the club. The Sydney Mines 6. A prison for Moby Windshields Seniors Citizens and Pensioners Club meet on the first If you have Tuesday of each month at 2 PM in the afternoon. To be- 7. A promise to grow come a member of the Club one must only be 55 years Foggy Home young. 8. A quick explosion Windows, come As all non-profit organizations must do the Club takes see us - we can 9. A run for the money part in many fundraisers throughout the year so that they Help You Out!

are able to sustain the facility and provide events for the

community as well as the members. Dash Cash 9. Blast,

They hold Saturday night dances which are always very Fast 8. Oath, Growth 7. PHONE

popular and well attended along with 45 card games on Jail, Whale 6. Scam, Nook, 4. Raw Paw, 5. Ham 5. Paw, Raw 4. Nook, 794-3646 Wednesday evenings. They also hold flea markets, bin-

gos as well as selling monthly 50/50 tickets. Book 3. Chair, Bare 2. 88 HIGH ST. - 1. Book Crook, Book 1. -

The group also holds many lunches such as their ham ANSWERS NORTH SYDNEY and salad and soup and sandwich fundraisers which are always a treat!! Another form of income for the Club is that of rental of Kids Meal the facility for various events and anyone interested book- ing the facility can call the hall at 736-3100. $ .99 This organization is very involved in providing events for 5 the community and offers a line dancing class as well as Choice of beverage an exercise class for all ages. milk, chocolate milk, They also provide many events for their members juice or Pop and throughout the year. Each Monday is fun night where members for planned events. They also provide day trips choice of dessert for members as well as holding darts each Thursday night. Special dinners are held for members throughout the year 50 CENT WINGS as well. Friday and Saturday This Club is also partners with other organizations in the community to provide events such as the Johnny Miles 4 pm til close Eat in Only Festival Society and very recently started to partner with the Bras d’Or Seniors Club to play darts. KING STREET NORTH SYDNEY 794-4888 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION - SYDNEY MINES - 736-3206 Tuesdays - BINGO - 6x $50.00 - 6x $100.00 KIDS DANCES Starts 8 PM April 27th & May 11 MOTHER’S DAY HAPPY HOUR - 8:00 -11:00 - KARAOKE 8:00 - 2:00 AM SUPPER DANCE WED - 8 - 11 - Open Mike with Bobby, Timmy & Pam Music - 1st CHOICE May 12 - Tickets At Hall Rental Available - 736-3206 The Bar