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our patrons and volunteers. We look Sammy says forward to hosting in 2021, assuming In consul- we are allowed to do so. tation with We’re working on some other govern- things, so stay tuned for details of ment future fundraising events. Be sure to officials, follow SACA on social media or our SACA has website at www.Sambro.ca. made the As COVID numbers shrink and difficult restrictions are lifted, please continue decision to follow social distancing recommen- Max is filling a buck with seaweed, while James is hauling it up the rocky shore to cancel dations to flatten the curve. We want the 2020 Sou’Wester Days. This is to make sure that when we come out by Lorrie Boylen keeping them in good spirits. not unexpected, given the cancellation the other side of this that we’re all still With the closure of schools during the Some children are not keen on of so many other festivals and events here. pandemic, parents have had to find schoolwork, so their parents need to scheduled for this summer. Although Sammy Sambro is SACA’s mischievous unique ways to aide their children in turn everyday activities into learning this is disappointing, it’s absolutely mascot. You can follow him on Twitter, finishing out their school year, while opportunities. Some science related necessary for the health and safety of Instagram and Facebook.

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Something old and something new but told, first person, by someone who by Carolyn Mont door tap freezing, public access to our films the service from our sanctuary and is living in Biblical times. Since the This time of pandemic has touched water is only when the church is open. invites the congregation to worship on church is closed, Rev. Anne reads from everyone’s lives in so many different We ask that people bring hand sanitizer Sunday morning. The service is also home and is often joined by her beauti- ways. It has impacted us socially, eco- to use and that they respect social dis- posted on the church’s Facebook page ful cat, Winston. nomically, physically, academically… tancing guidelines. for any who wish to view it. Print cop- We have no idea when restrictions the list goes on. As we are now in the Our free lunch program, Soup’s On, ies of the order of worship are delivered will lift but we at St. Paul’s United third month, we struggle to find things continues every Tuesday, at least for the to members of the congregation who do Church are looking forward to a time that have not changed as even those month of June. It is, however, a take-out not have access to the internet. when we can gather again. With that things that are relatively constant have service until further bans are lifted. Our Something new to us and available in mind, we have begun to plan for our changed. We see churches which, in an Food Bank continues to operate, with to all is a reading Rev. Anne does every Cultural Connections Festival to be held effort to continue, have come up with a clients calling 902-477-5090 to register weekday morning at 10:00. You can on the weekend of October 3-4. Satur- variety of ways to connect with mem- on Monday for a pick up on Wednes- take part in this by “liking” Anne Ho- day, October 3 will be a time of cel- bers of their congregations. At St. Paul’s day. Our community garden will also ganson on Facebook. She has chosen to ebrating the varied and exciting cultures United Church several things are almost be open but in modified form in keep- focus on women of the Bible, many of of members of the greater community. the same as they were while others are ing with physical distancing guidelines. whom are not well known. Rev. Anne This will include food, dance, storytell- very different. Soup’s On, Food Bank and the com- reads from the part of the Bible where ing, music…. On Sunday, October 4, What is still almost the same? Well, munity garden all are programs of our the woman is mentioned and then reads the church service will reflect cultural our outdoor tap is on so the people from community ministry, St. Paul’s Family about her from a book called And She diversity. We know many summer Harrietsfield who do not have access to Resources Institute (FRI). Said: Monologues on Biblical Women events are cancelled but plan to be safe tap water at home can access our There is a variety of ways that by Betty Radford Turcott. The read- ready with our festival in October in tap every day. You may recall that in churches reach out for Sunday services. ings remain as videos on Rev. Anne’s hopes that restrictions will be lifted. Ad Size: 10.25” winter, because of the risk of the out- At St. Paul’s, Rev. Anne Hoganson Facebook page. Turcott’s work is fiction Mark that date on your calendar. H13880 BW August 18, 2014

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NOTE: For emergency inquiries outside our normal business hours, including statutory holidays (M-F, 9:00am-8:00pm EST), please direct emails to [email protected] Page 4 May 2020 • Chebucto News Discovering Our Past Church Hall in Jollimore was focal point for community events by Iris Shea Melvin. Parishioner Walter (Bing) Jussup The parishioners of St. Augustine’s Angli- brought movies to the hall every Saturday can Church on Parkhill Road in Jollimore evening. This was one of the highlights of began their Building Fund in February growing up in Jollimore. I do not remem- 1949 to build a church hall that would ber paying a fee. We, as young children, provide space for church and community did not have spending money. My brother, events. The Ladies Guild donated $1,069 Greg Umlah, was in charge of setting up at that time and Mrs. A.D.M. (Brenda) the chairs in the hall before the movie Curry donated $1000 in memory of her began, and taking them down when the late mother, Marion (Essen) Morrow. movie was over, his friends helping The Ladies Guild continued to hold him. There was always a full house. We fundraising events such as their teas, sup- watched movies that were shown in the pers and card socials at members’ homes. movie theatres only one week earlier. The I recall taking home a “penny box” from exception, however, was the 1953 movie Sunday School for the building fund, fill- called “So Big”, starring Jane Wyman and ing it with pennies, and returning it. Mrs. Sterling Hayden. That movie appeared a Aylmer Burton issued penny boxes to all week later in local theatres. Mr. Jussup parishioners. Photo of Variety Show at St. Augustine’s Church Hall, Jollimore, about 1957. From left to right, was a member of the Canadian Army, one Parishioner Josiah “Joe” Boutilier do- Grace Powell, Etta Jollimore, Hilda Gilkie, Glady Melvin, Unknown, Ruth Dimock. On floor is Olive of the reasons why he had access to these Glover. Courtesy Mildred Richardson. nated land for the hall. The name declared great movies. was Boutilier Memorial Hall. For those faced Parkhill Road. singing by the young children as well as The church hall was the focal point of of you who are not familiar with the hall Enthusiastic parishioners and their the play “The Little Shepherd” starring the community, bringing people together location, it is now Pond Playhouse at 6 friends gathered to attend the pre- Lois and Clinton Proctor, David and Wen- for church suppers and weekly card Parkhill Road. Reverend Beverly Strople Christmas event in 1952 sponsored by dy Melvin, and Michael Scarfe, under the socials. Wedding receptions and other turned the first sod in the spring of 1951. the Ladies Guild, with Mrs. Arthur Scarfe direction of Mildred McDonald and her family events took place in the hall. My Mr. Rex Burgess signed the contract to and Mrs. Ralph Hopkins as conveners. assistant, Brenda Glover, who also served mother, Mrs. Allan Umlah, held her an- build the hall and construction began Mrs. Guy Henson and Mrs. George as accompanist. nual June recitals there for her piano stu- shortly after the sod turning ceremony. Melvin organized the pantry table to Annual Variety Shows were a big draw dents. If you were a member of the parish There were financial headaches along the sell baked goods; Mrs. Charles Yeadon and a great fundraiser. The Men’s Club of and wished to rent the hall, you paid $15. way causing some delays, but these were and Miss Adwyn Jollimore sold fancy St. Augustine’s Church helped organize The cost to non-parishioners was $25. eventually resolved when Mrs. Curry work; and Shirley Jollimore, Leah Jol- the shows and usually starred in them In 1963, the need for that hall was offered a $4000 loan and later donated limore and Dorothy Bignell organized along with other members of the parish. ending. A new St. Augustine’s Church another $2000. Joe Boutilier also made a games for children. A special feature of Joan Schnare’s comedy acts were memo- was built on the Purcell’s Cove Road and loan of $2000 to the Hall Committee, and the event was a series of stages set up to rable, as were the performances of many a church hall was located in the basement. Rex Burgess reduced his building fee by represent the customs and activities of talented singers and actors. One perfor- The dedication of the new church took 10 percent. four countries, Africa, Japan, Arabia and mance that stands out in my memory is place on March 21, 1964. In April 1964, The new Boutilier Memorial Hall of- Holland. Mrs. A.D.M. Curry provided that of brothers, Russell and Leo Topple plans were made to sell the church hall ficially opened on November 6, 1952. I the costumes and Mr. Curry built the four of Kline Heights…Russell on the fiddle, for $8000, with the Vestry agreeing to do not recall hearing that name used for backdrops. Children and adults from the Leo on the piano, playing the Orange a reduced price of $7000. In November the hall. St. Augustine’s Church Hall was parish, thirty in total, were dressed in Blossom Special. 1965 Theatre Arts Guild made an offer; the usual name. The building was a long those costumes. Organizations like Brownies and in February 1966 St. Augustine’s Church one-level cement structure with a raised Another successful event held in the Cubs started meeting at the hall in 1952. Hall on Parkhill Road became the prop- stage at one end. The space behind the church hall was a Christmas concert in Girl Guides began weekly meetings in erty of the Theatre Arts Guild and Pond stage was used as a kitchen. The entrance 1953. A capacity audience enjoyed the 1953 under the direction of Mrs. George Playhouse was born.

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over the last number of months, including and his father-in-law George Lovell. To Palliative Care and Hospice Halifax. leave condolences for the family, visit his local obituaries tribute wall at www.walkerfh.com. Courtesy of J. Albert Walker Funeral Homes Ltd. 902-477-5601 George Wilson Collier Anderson Age 70, of Halifax, passed away peace- Mildred Evelyn Walters Edward ‘Neddy’ Vincent Dempsey thanks to Dr. Irwin, Northwood Homec- fully on May 10, 2020 at Northwood Dartmouth (formerly Spryfield). It is with Herring Cove, passed away peacefully at are and the VON. Words of comfort and Long Term Care Facility where he was broken hearts and profound sadness that home April 29, 2020 with family mem- condolence can be sent to the family by a resident. His family would like to the family announces the passing of our bers by his side. Born in Halifax May visiting www.walkerfh.com. acknowledge the exceptional care he beloved mother, mother-in-law, grand- 9, 1926; the eldest son of the late Ansle received from such a loving and devoted mother, sister and aunt on Sunday May Patrick Dempsey and Catherine Dempsey Eric Edward Caines staff. George was a son of Angus and 10, 2020 at Oakwood Terrace Nursing (Power), survived by wife, Laura 55, Williamswood, NS, passed away Janet Anderson of Sydney Mines. After Home. Born April 6, 1933 in Pine Grove, Dempsey (Fraser) of 65 years, daughters, on Saturday, May 2, 2020, following a graduating from Sydney Mines High she was a daughter of the late Florence Anne Warren (Peter), Marian (Glen), courageous battle over the last number School, he received his post-secondary and William Sarty. Mildred worked a Catherine Brown (Tim), Lois West of months at Hospice Halifax, Halifax, education at where successful and fulfilling career with the (Mike), Ellen (Steven) ; sons, Edward NS. Born om April 5, 1965, in Montreal, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science NS Provincial Government in several (Lana), Matthew (Carla), Fraser (Laurel); Quebec, he is a son of Cecil and Doreen Degree with Honors. He was a well- departments, eventually retiring form the 20 grandchildren, 13 great grandchil- (Welsman) Caines. Eric was a graduate respected telecommunication specialist Sheriffs Department. Mom loved spend- dren. Also survived by brothers, Ansle of J. L Illsley High School, who in 1991, with Teleglobe working out of Beaver ing time with her family, relatives and (Barb), Joseph (Julie), Dennis (Barb); Eric found his niche and began working Harbour in Sambro. George will be friends, eager for visits and always game sisters, Doreen Reardon, Rosie Dempsey, for Cemanco Properties Ltd. That year, he remembered by his family and friends for for a road trip (especially if someone Angela Arsenault, Shirley Kerr, Cathy renovated and completed the new home his intellect and his self-taught musi- else would drive). She enjoyed shop- (Fred MacDonald) and sister-in-law of the Royal Bank of Canada, Herring cal skills. Following in the footsteps of ping, camping with the trailer, working Doreen Dempsey, many cousins, nieces Cove Branch, where he then became the his father, George carried on the family on a good puzzle and her vacation trips and nephews. Predeceased by daughter, building manager. In 1992, Eric’s father, music tradition, passing along his musical to Newfoundland. She is survived by Janice, brothers, Jeremiah, Patrick (wife Cecil, joined him and together they grew gift to his children and grandchildren. He her children, Shirley Innes, Halifax; Jim Lillian), Raymond (wife Violet); sister, and expanded the business, managing loved a good jam session and would often (Kim), Dartmouth; Cathy Oickle (Mitch- Mary (husband Doug Purcell); brothers- several condominium projects and other amaze us as he played the harmonica ac- ell), Hatchet Lake; Rick (Irene), Spryfield; in-law, Bill Reardon, Brian Dempsey, family owned commercial buildings. At companied by guitar and piano - a regular her sister, Beulah Davis, East Uniacke; Joe Arsenault, Harold Cameron, Albert present, Eric was the President of Ceman- one-man-band. George was a modest but grandchildren, Rodney, Sylvia, Scott, O’Neill, Frank Kerr. Also predeceased co Properties Management. Throughout proud man who cherished his wife and Jessica, Courtney, Kyle, Britney, Zachary; by daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Moar and the years, Eric was dedicated and fully was a devoted father and grandfather. He five great grandchildren and numerous son-in-law, Garry MacDonald. A faith- committed to his community. He will be and Valerie shared many memorable trips nieces and nephews. Beside her parents, ful parishioner of St. Paul’s Church, and remembered for serving on the Spryfield throughout the years. He was also a loyal Millie was predeceased by her husband, lifelong resident of Herring Cove, he was Business Commission, volunteering brother and uncle. George is survived by Eric and son-in-law Barry Innes. The a licensed fisherman until the age of 75 and serving on the board of directors at his loving wife, Valerie (Lovell) Ander- family wishes to thank Oakwood Terrace years. He was also employed at the HMC the Lions Rink, which was his second son, his two beloved sons, Jamie and staff and volunteers, especially Unit “A”, Dockyard for 10 years, a deckhand for home, and helping to proudly complete George (Santana); his precious grandkids for their kindness, care and support! A the Atlantic Pilotage Authority for 10 and support Long Lake Provincial Park, Hayden and Ryleigh; his sisters, Jan special thanks to Mom’s roommate Lillian years and at times a freight handler on along with a variety of other commu- Glenham and Liz Theriault (Freeman) for being her friend and watching over the Halifax waterfront with 25 yr. union nity projects, too numerous to mention. and numerous nieces and nephews who her. Donations in memory may be made membership. A true gentleman, he will Beyond his family, career and community remember him for his kindness, caring to one of Mom’s supported charities, the be remembered for his kindness, humil- involvement, hockey was Eric’s passion and exceptional musical fun times. He Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia. To ity, generosity and love towards family, in every aspect of the game, proudly was predeceased by his parents, his broth- leave condolences for the family, visit his friends and many acquaintances. Many cheering on the Montreal Canadiens and er Jim, his brother-in-law Gord Glenham tribute wall at www.walkerfh.com. the Mooseheads. Having played in his youth for Chebucto Minor Hockey, he loved hockey his entire life. This is why Eric made yet another difference, by NEWS VIEWS coaching for Chebucto Minor Hockey & for over 25 years. His journey as a coach from the desk of Bruce Holland began when his two step-sons, Kyle and Brad wanted to play hockey. As the Being the smaller funeral boys grew up, Eric remained committed to Chebucto Minor Hockey as a coach, The COVID-19 situation continues to be CBDC BLUE WATER home just means we never ever changing, and we are all continuing to CBDC Blue Water’s coaching and mentoring youth of all ages adjust and learn to work and live differ- remote business stop increasing the size of and levels, having taken many teams ently. Current public health information can assistance continues. to Provincials and Championships. He be seen at www.canada.ca/coronavirus. Contact their Senior our service. wanted to be a positive influence and help The province’s site for all things COVID Business Develop- others achieve their goals. His success is https://novascotia.ca/CoronaVirus/In- ment Officer, Alayne Jackson at 902-889- was evident when former players of his formation on programs for individual and 7523 or email [email protected] to businesses can be found at see how they can help you. returned to assist him with coaching years https://www.canada.ca/en/department- Some people think that bigger is later. For his love of the game and the finance/economic-response-plan.html RURAL BUS SERVICE UPDATE youth, he will forever be remembered for The SBC Board of Directors has completed better, but that just isn’t the case always saying “This is why we do it”. His LOCAL BUSINESSES every requirement asked of us to introduce legacy has been permanently etched in the Local businesses are doing their best to a Rural Bus Service in the Spryfield/Sambro/ spirit of hockey, especially with Chebucto make their services available. Local fitness Ketch Harbour area.It is now up to the Prov- when it comes to funeral homes. training facilities are offering online classes ince and /HRM to provide Minor Hockey and for his dedication and and personal training. Many restaurants are the appropriate funding to enable it to go Because we’re a smaller firm, involvement with the Kyle Henneberry offering takeout, and some are selling alco- ahead.We can introduce the new Chebucto Memorial Hockey Tournament, of which hol as part of their takeout option. They’ve Transit Service and begin to operate in late we can give more personalized he was so honoured to be part. Eric is designed safe procedures for picking up or- summer, perhaps around Labour Day, pro- survived by his loving wife, Christine A. ders. Grocery stores have special hours set vided the funding is approved. service and attention to detail. Be (Henneberry), his devoted and heartbro- aside for the elderly and vulnerable, and are We are seeking community minded closing earlier to facilitate deeper cleaning. members of the general public to sit on a assured that you will be treated ken parents, Cecil and Doreen Caines, Stores and other businesses have installed steering committee that will eventually take his mother-in-law, Linda Keating, whom plexiglass shields for optimal protection. In over the management/operation of the Rural like one of our own. he adored, his son, Brad Henneberry the coming months, we will see additional Bus from the Spryfield Business Commis- (Hannah), younger brother, Brian, and changes as some COVID-closed businesses sion. If this is something that interests you, little sister, Suzanne (Jeff), both whom he begin opening up. please give me a call or send me an e-mail. protected, and aunts and uncles, includ- It’s more important than ever that we We will continue to share the progress support local businesses, to ensure they on this project as it unfolds. ing his Godmother, Donna, and Uncle survive. Remember, they are the ones who John, with whom he was very close. He support your kids’ sports teams, school NEW MEMBER is also survived by special nieces, Justine events, and other community fundraisers. We are pleased to welcome new member and Anna, and special nephew, William, It’s time for us all to give back when they are Serpent Brewing to Spryfield. Opening this as well as numerous cousins, especially most in need. summer in the old Frenchys location, they Todd and Sean, as well as his right-hand will be offering traditional Belgian inspired Proudly serving the community WORKPLACE EDUCATION and seasonal beers. You can follow them on man, Peter Mowat. Eric was predeceased for over a decade Our partnership with the Department of Instagram and Facebook. We look forward by his son, Kyle Henneberry. For those Labour and Advanced Education contin- to sampling their wares when they open! wishing to make donations in memory ues, and we are offering our free courses of Eric, please support Chebucto Minor virtually. What are the programs you would I’d love to hear your questions, comments www.walkerfh.com Hockey or Hospice Halifax. Words of most like to see offered in the future? Let and ideas. Please e-mail me at bruce@ condolence may be sent to the family by me know your thoughts at 902-452-7472 or discoverspryfield.ca . [email protected] . Take good care! 902.477.5601 visiting www.walkerfh.com The family Bruce wishes to thank all who cared for Eric Page 6 June 2020 • Chebucto News

of food, just like I did at home. It’s a great place to learn new things or Growing together build on knowledge you already have From the Urban Farm Museum Soci- Spryfield: about gardening, and the people there ety of Spryfield Members From Jonas Gow: Although I’m are wonderful to work with! The benefits of urban and community new to the Urban Farm, it didn’t take From Marc Piccinin: When time gardening have become important me long to realize what a great place came to prepare for my retirement enterprises worldwide. The benefits this is to have in an urban area like I got a membership to the Spryfield of fresh food, exercise, time in na- Spryfield. Being from the Annapolis Urban Farm. I was anxious to keep ture, and social cooperation are great Valley and growing up on a property busy and learn new things. Last year and people are creating gardens of with chickens and many gardens, it’s my wife and son and I got a family all sizes and shapes with enthusiasm. in my blood to want to be around plot and started a garden. We planted The following are comments from nature. At the Urban Farm you can get radishes, green salad, green and yel- members who enjoy urban farming in hands on with nature and the growing low beans and tomatoes. We certainly benefited from the advice of experi- enced gardeners. I really enjoyed the time spent in the garden particularly on sunny days, savoring the quietness or the company of fellow gardeners or the sight of a beautiful monarch butterfly. The garden provides a favor- able environment and a safe haven for these butterflies prior to their long journey south. It has also been a valu- able experience for our son who is Jonas Gow makes a new pollinator wildflower bed on the autism spectrum. He enjoyed being outside weeding, watering and is becoming increasingly difficult to helping where he was needed. find quiet, public space within cit- From Katie Studholme and Ste- ies - especially spaces which promote phen Glazier: We are returning to the wildlife, native flora and fauna, and Urban Farm for our second year as are dedicated to the preservation of plotholders and volunteers. During the local ecosystem. Every visit there our first year we were amazed at the we are excited to look for evidence access to knowledge, space, and com- of monarch butterflies, chrysalises, munity the Urban Farm offered. Mem- and caterpillars, and have started to bers and organizers shared valuable, plan our own insect-friendly gardens locally relevant knowledge on plants, at home. Every time we visited the pests, and techniques that are tried Urban Farm to garden, volunteer, or and true, leading to the most success- attend community events (complete ful gardening year we’ve ever had. It (See Growing on page 7) Lynne Walsh tends the Senior Planter

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New hours to be posted. GLASS SEPARATE Welcome Back! Wyatt and Staff CHECK FB PAGE P.S. Wash your hands–distance yourselves! www.bruceholland.org Chebucto News • June 2020 Page 7 Virtual Market opening What will the rest of 2020 bring? The United Church hall and grounds, for 3:00pm) to join the Zoom Meeting: (or phone board of the Spryfield Community 3 hours on alternating Sunday after- Watch this space for announce- in - see numbers below) Farmers’ Market has been contem- noons. We are planning more seasonal ments. Drop in on-line! There will be https://us02web.zoom.us/j/812293 plating this question throughout the special events, a game tournament, rooms for vendors and visitors to chat; 39102?pwd=cm10WDNxeWx3NGU5 pandemic lockdown. Right now is new foods, crafts, cafe tables, buskers rooms to listen to local entertainers; TWdqVWpxSjg3dz09 seed-planting time. We pray for the and more. There is still space for new educational rooms where you can take Meeting ID: 812 2933 9102 right amount of physical helpers, sun- vendors and volunteers to join us in a gardening or cooking course; and, of Password: 015718 shine and rain to grow another season creating that wonderful local market course, a room with activities for the OPTION: Dial in by your location of vegetables, beans and grains for the atmosphere. Please visit https://www. kids. +1 438 809 7799 Montreal, Canada harvest to tide us over the winter. The spryfieldmarket.ca and click on “Get Spryfield Farmers’ Market +1 647 374 4685 Toronto, Canada importance of this tradition has been Involved” to apply. Zoom Meeting, Sunday June 7, underscored by the shortages and lim- To join us June 7th, check our 12:30pm - 2:00pm. Click on this link itations of international supply chains website: https://www.spryfieldmarket. and our need for migrant labour to ca To join our virtual Market just click accomplish the planting, tending and on the link and enter the password. Growing harvesting. The importance of all our Meet your neighbours in our break- (continued from page 6) ferent people and families, developed social contacts and cultural and educa- out rooms, check out vendors on-line with food and music!) we felt wel- friendships, volunteered for events, tional opportunities in and beyond our offerings, and enjoy your local enter- come and connected. Even when we and learned more about my local own family has also been brought into tainers. Keep an eye on that page, and were the only people at the garden, we neighbourhood while weeding or just the light. the Chebucto News, for announce- felt a part of the community, shar- helping out on the farm. The founding mandate of the Spry- ments of when the actual Market will ing and contributing to a purposeful, We will open to the public and field Farmers’ Market was threefold: open its doors again. beautiful space that everyone was resume CGWU family and other pro- to bring a regular supply of fresh creating together. The Urban Farm grams once the health crisis is past. local farmers’ products into Spryfield, (Virtual) Spryfield Farmers’ offers a space to disconnect from our Gardening by appointment with social to help new entrepreneurs start up Market Opening Day busy world, meet new friends, learn distancing will be open to members local food, craft and culture related June 7, 2020 12:30pm - 2:00pm new skills, and teach new generations only this season at the Spryfield businesses (including our wonderful Whether the sun shines or we are al- valuable skills before they become a Urban Farm, with restrictions in place buskers); and to provide a local forum lowed to gather or not, the Spryfield lost art. The Urban Farm is truly an due to COVID -19. No visitors, chil- for the community to get together. It’s Farmers’ Market will open, to wel- oasis of connectedness to community dren, or walkers are allowed on the all become so much more important come YOU our customers, vendors, and nature in our fast-paced, ever- property until restrictions are lifted. to us these past few months! Rain, volunteers and buskers back for our changing world. School Farm Day and Harvest Fair shine or pandemic, we will open on 5th season, alternate Sunday after- From Susan Smith Wheaton: There may be possible in the fall. Stay safe, June 7th for our 5th year! It may have noons. are many ways you can build com- everyone, and check the Facebook to be virtual at first, but within the Location: (virtual) on-line Zoom munity. But it wasn’t until I become Group page for updates. following few weeks we hope to an- meeting OR at St Paul’s United an active member at the Urban Farm Contact: https://www.facebook. nounce that the physical market will Church, 173 Old Sambro Rd (when that I felt that I belonged. I not only com/groups/117594394923932/ again welcome you all at St. Paul’s permitted, actual hours will be 12:00- grew vegetables, I met so many dif- Page 8 June 2020 • Chebucto News

operated campgrounds. Each group the course of this pandemic to serve is working on a plan for their own Nova Scotians. We deeply appreci- We’re in this together membership so that they can safely ate your compassion, selflessness, by the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, MLA for Halifax Armdale open while protecting staff and the flexibility, and hard work. If you are I want to begin by sincerely congrat- local economy, so place an order, public. Consultations are also ongo- involved with a local business or ulating the Class of 2020. Whether share a post, write a nice review, and ing with representatives of the arts, non-profit organization that has been you finished college or university, tell your friends which local spots culture, sports, and recreation sectors, impacted by COVID-19, please reach graduated high school, or completed you’re grateful to patronize again. and many others. out to my office if I can be of assis- grade six or nine and are moving on As you may know, Nova Scotia I want to close by thanking all of tance to you. I can also send notes to a new school in the fall, you have has recently moved to re-open parts the non-profits, essential workers, of appreciation to those who may so much to be proud of. I’ve spoken of our health care system. The IWK health care staff, and first responders appreciate receiving them. to a number of students over the last and NSHA have resumed day and who have put in so much effort over Thank you for your continued support. few weeks, and I know that it’s dis- short-stay surgeries and clinics, and appointing not to be able to celebrate we are actively working to make together. However, many are finding more services available again. The unique ways to mark this milestone, Health Centre will be contacting COVID-19 and nothing will diminish the effort patients directly to let them know (continued from page 9) again allowed to give patients more you’ve put in, and the accomplish- when their surgeries have been re- our economy forward has to in- than a 30-day supply of medication. ments you’ve had. I’m wishing noth- scheduled. Note that the resumption volve listening to industry profession- Drugs that have a stable supply will ing but the best to all students, and of programs and services, including als, and working side-by-side with be distributed in the quantities pre- want to encourage any constituents clinic appointments, is going to take them to ensure they are best prepared scribed, said the Nova Scotia College who have a graduate in the family to time as facilities adapt their spaces to serve the public safely. That’s why of Pharmacists. reach out to me if you’d like a per- and processes to meet public health our government is taking a grassroots sonalized congratulatory certificate to measures. NSLC has also recently approach to engaging in sector con- Club road update: mark the occasion. extended their operating hours to sultations to discuss what works best The department of transportation As we move into the summer better serve their customers. Further- for them. They, like all Nova Scotians, will be soon be done with cleaning the road. months, we continue to make prog- more, in a move that I know will help are looking forward to getting back to We will be looking at solutions to ress on turning the page on the first many, the Nova Scotia College of doing what they do best. prevent further dumping, including wave of COVID-19. We have made Pharmacists has relaxed the 30-day Highlights from the press confer- fixing the gate and cameras. many changes and sacrifices over prescription measure that was put ence held on May 22nd: Thank you to all who brought this the last two and a half months, and in place to protect the drug supply. The IWK and the Nova Scotia Health to my attention. they have made a difference in flat- With restrictions being lifted and Authority have resumed day and short We are coming out of this, because tening the curve and allowing us to re-openings being announced almost stay surgeries and clinics. Health Min- of all of your hard work. ease restrictions. With more outdoor daily, I’d encourage you to keep an ister Randy Delorey is set to continue Thank you for all you have done activities permitted and the introduc- eye on my Facebook page where I try working on gradually reopening the and sacrificed. tion of immediate household bubbles, to share as many updates as possible. health care system. I am so proud to be your MLA Nova Scotians are able to enjoy As the economy starts to open up, Call or text me anytime 902-499-5500 more opportunities for recreation and I want you to know that the Depart- Medication supplies: socializing, and I’m pleased to see ment of Business, our public health Nova Scotia pharmacies are once Brendan Maguire a number of local businesses return team, and Dr. Strang have been to operations in this “new normal.” hard at work for weeks consulting Over the last few weeks, businesses with stakeholders in many different Cell: 902-462-SOIL(7645) like the Lakeside Bar & Grill, The sectors. This includes the restaurant Armview, Allano’s Catering, Spinna- and drinking establishment indus- ker’s Restaurant, and Athens Restau- tries; personal services and fitness rant have returned, and I encourage establishments (such as hair salons, all community members to show barber shops, spas, nail salons, them some love as we shop local and body art establishments and gyms); help our small businesses get back on self-regulated health professions, their feet. Here, I want to especially including podiatrists and ocularists; thank Charbel Khattar and PZZA. unregulated health care providers • Split loads available — 2 different products can be CO-HFX on Joseph Howe Drive for (including massage therapists, natu- delivered with only one delivery cost! joining me and others in donating ropathic doctors, Chinese medicine pizzas to a number of our long term practitioners, acupuncturists, and • Black, brown and red bark mulch care facilities in appreciation of their other complementary and alternative • Screened topsoil (stored inside year round), hardworking frontline staff. We all medicine practitioners); dentists; vet- garden soil, compost and fill have a role to play in supporting our erinarians; and owners of privately • 1 inch clear gravel, 3/4 inch clear gravel, 1 inch crushed run gravel, crusher dust • Decorative landscape stones, 3/8 inch pea-stone, 1 inch & 1-3 inch naturally round washed stone, 3/4 inch yellow granite stone • Masonry & septic sands available • Disposal site of brush, leaves, lawn clippings, asphalt, concrete, rock and brick

[email protected] www.stebran.com Located at 860 Old Sambro Road Chebucto News • June 2020 Page 9 Councillor Adams throws support behind firefighters by Stephen Adams, HRM Councillor, District 11 During May, Council discussed our to keep us safe. Although this campaign will be far messages, at times it can be difficult new budget, which has changed as Over the past few months, Coun- different than those in the past, they to ensure that I see them all. I cannot a result of the coronavirus. We have cil has also held a number of virtual will all use various means to reach stress the importance of using email debated, argued, questioned the num- meetings to discuss various issues. you. Please hear their platforms, so or texts to contact me and to use 3-1-1 bers. This has been the most difficult On April 2, an item came before us that you can make an informed deci- for issues, as well. If you use 3-1-1, budget process in which I have ever related to a proposal for a property at sion when it comes time to vote. email the reference number to me. been involved. 1246 Ketch Harbor Road. Although As I have noted in previous ar- My assistant Ken is also available at It is important for all to under- the staff report references it as a for- ticles, there are numerous methods (902) 490-7184 or benoitk@halifax. stand that these are discussions and mer telecommunications facility, most which are used to relay concerns. ca. My email address is adamss@ recommendations. No decisions have of us remember it as the former Coast Due to the volume of various types of halifax.ca. been made. This process is set out Guard station. The proposal was to to ensure we heard from all depart- allow for 60 units, (in total) with a fo- ments, including the rationale for cus on the 55+ age group and retirees. proposed reductions. Once we hear The units would be a combination of COVID-19: some good news from everyone, our staff, under the bungalows, semi-detached units and by Brendan Maguire, MLA for leadership of our CAO and CFO bring townhouses. This past month Dr. Strang and across the private sector to pave the a recommendation back to Council for The staff recommendation was not Premier McNeil shared some much way for economic recovery, while a decision. Chances are, there will be favourable for this proposal. For vari- anticipated good news on easing ensuring businesses are ready to serve some additional changes. ous reasons, (contained in the report) restrictions as we continue to flatten you safely. It is critically important we Of particular interest in the original our planners did not support this idea. the curve here in Nova Scotia. Below take a measured approach to lifting budget document was the proposal However, they would have recommend- I outline the changes that we can now further restrictions, so we don’t undo to transfer career fire fighters from ed a subdivision with 16 units in total. enjoy. all the progress made to date. This various locations (including Her- After much debate and discussion, will be a slow, deliberate process - as ring Cove) to a station on the Eastern I put the following motion forward: Two Household Bubble Now part of our recovery plan. Shore. Although I appreciate that Regional Council direct the Chief Permitted: Science and reason will continue to those communities are under serviced, Administrative Officer to initiate the Nova Scotia is introducing the im- lead the way forward as we work our it is unfair to possibly compromise the RMP and MPS amendment process mediate family bubble, allowing two way out of this crisis. Our government safety of other areas. As well, there and follow the public participation immediate family households to come continues to collaborate with public was a proposed reduction in the hon- program for municipal planning together without physical distancing. health and industry leaders across the ouraria for our Volunteer Firefighters. strategy amendments as approved by The families must be mutually exclu- province to determine best practices This stipend, which on a per volunteer Regional Council on February 27, sive to each other to minimize risk of in reopening our economy - while basis is relatively small, is small re- 1997. A decision of Council to initiate COVID-19 spread. preventing a resurgence of this deadly ward for their work at all hours of the a process to consider amending the Families cannot have large family virus. day and night. I can assure you that Regional Municipal Planning Strategy gatherings like birthday celebrations We know that any plan to move this is not why they volunteer. I can and Planning District 5 (Chebucto or reunions. When selecting which (See COVID-19 on page 8) also assure you that it is the principle. Peninsula) Municipal Planning Strat- other family household they’ll con- In discussions with some of the egy is not appealable to the NS Utility nect with, families should consider Halifax Fire Executive Team and the and Review Board as per Section 262 three factors - age, occupation and union, a solution was identified. of the HRM Charter. health condition of all household I put the following motion forward, What this means is that there will members. Supporting Your for consideration: be public participation and to get the I move that staff be directed to opinions from residents in Ketch Har- Outdoor Restrictions Loosened: Community prepare a supplemental report identi- bour and surrounding communities. • Archery, Equestrianism, Golf, fying alternative funding sources for Once the process for input is identi- Paddling, Sailing/Boating and Tennis the $1,770,000 required to permit an fied, residents will be notified. can resume at outdoor facilities as of amendment to delete the line items In mid-May, the Honourable Saturday, May 16 at 8 a.m. provided ROYAL with respect to closing station 11 and Chuck Porter announced that the social distancing, environmental the possible transfer of day staff from elections scheduled for October 17 cleaning and participant hygiene can Station 50 or 60, and the reduction will proceed. HRM is preparing for be maintained; organized coaching or CANADIAN to HFRE Volunteer Fire Recognition this, by ensuring a number of different training, competitions, tournaments, Program. ways in which you can cast your bal- regattas or similar events are not I am optimistic that this will pass. lot. As these roll-out, we will ensure permitted If approved, this will ensure our sta- voters will be notified. LEGION • Public beaches can also reopen as tion in Herring Cove keeps all person- As of the writing of this article, of May 16 at 8 a.m.; people must stay nel in place, and our volunteers keep 10 individuals have put their name two metres apart and not gather in their honouraria. This is the least we forward to become the new Councillor groups of more than five Earl Francis can do for our volunteer firefighters, for our area. Each one of them bring • The province-wide ban on open Spryfield Memorial who are available, all day, every day, different strengths and perspectives. fires - those within 305 metres (1,000 Branch 152 feet) of woods anywhere in the prov- ince including domestic brush burning and beach fires - has been extended to Monday, June 1 at 11:59 p.m. Use of backyard appliances like chimineas and fire pits will be temporarily per- mitted for households. The ban does not apply to private campgrounds. A phased plan to further lift public health restrictions is under develop- ment. It will be informed by local data and consultation, and guided by a na- tional framework developed by chief medical officers of health. The timing of each phase will be determined by the result of the easing of restrictions. Please enjoy responsibly and con- tinue making wise choices as we fight COVID-19. WE CARE Working with our local businesses We’re working with our partners Page 10 June 2020 • Chebucto News The Jason Doherty Memorial COMMUNITY EVENTS PAGE To have your Community Event listed call or fax us at 477-NEWS or send e-mail to [email protected]. Check our Facebook page for updates & late arrivals COMMUNITY EVENTS FOR JUNE lunch program, Soup’s On, is still 902-477-1954 and leave a message if procedures and social distancing when operational but as takeout only you need some assistance. accessing this water. Food Banks: 902 477-1783, website: • Emmanuel Anglican Church (322 City Church (276 Herring Cove Road) emmanuelanglicanchurch.net 2020 Homecoming for Nurses’ Alum- Herring Cove Rd) Our Food Bank will events: ni Calling all Victoria General Hospital continue to operate as long as pos- • City Church Telephone #: 902-479- Salvation Army (328 Herring Cove School of Nursing graduates. We are sible. Please call 902-477-1954 and 248 [email protected] Rd) Events: celebrating the 100th anniversary leave a message if you need some www.citychurchhalifax.ca • Breakfast to-go bags: 9:30-10:30am of our Nursing Alumni, the longest assistance. • City Church Christian Radio Station Monday to Friday continuous Nursing Alumni in North • St. Paul’s Family Resource Institute Life 94.7 FM • Family Services by phone call 902- America, 1920 to 2020. Set aside the (173 Old Sambro Rd). Food Bank cli- 477-5393 ext 0. week-end of September 11-13, 2020. ents call the Food Bank line, 902-477- Emmanuel Anglican Church Hall (322 • Immigration Support by limited Invite your nursing classmates to 5090, on Monday and leave a mes- Herring Cove Rd.) events: appointments call 902-477-5393 ext. attend with you. It will be fun. It takes sage. Those messages are answered • At this time, Emmanuel Church has 226 place in Halifax at the Westin Hotel on Tuesday and then the food orders cancelled all in person services, events • Our hours are reduced from 9:30- (formerly the Nova Scotian Hotel). For are filled and non-essential meetings until such 12:00pm more information and to register check time as the Medical Officer of Health out our Nursing Alumni website at Free meals for those in need: advises us that it is safe to resume St. Paul’s United Church (173 Old www.halifaxvghnursesalumni.ca. • Salvation Army offers take out them. For the latest updates see our Sambro Road) Events: breakfast webpage. • Public access to the outdoor tap will Check our Facebook page for late • St. Paul’s Family Resource Institute Our Food Bank will continue to op- begin in early May. We request that arriving events and changes or updates to listed events (173 Old Sambro Rd) Our Tuesday erate as long as possible. 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be able to provide the high quality theatre experience our patrons have A message from Theatre Arts Guild come to expect. One thing is for sure: Without a doubt, this has been a very This is what it’s all about. focus when we are back in operation. we certainly miss our TAG family and strange and challenging few months, While the theatre is vacant, we The Executive continues to have a friends. and unlike anything many of us have took the opportunity to have the lobby virtual meeting once a month to dis- I look forward to the day we can ever experienced. We are all feeling carpet, backstage areas, and all audito- cuss future plans. We know our return open the theatre doors again and wel- the effects of this situation, whether rium seating steam cleaned. Regular to the theatre will not look quite the come you all back. Be well. that be in our personal or professional cleaning throughout the theatre is still same as we’re used to, but we remain Rayna Smith-Camp lives. I hope you have all found ways occurring and will continue to be a optimistic that we will eventually President - TAG to adapt to whatever your new normal has become and are faring as well as possible. The pandemic started to really JUNE Religious Services Directory affect the province just as TAG was **To have your church/synagogue/ Our Food Bank will continue to 902-237-3318. preparing for the opening of Dracula: mosque added to our directory, operate as long as possible. Please call The Bloody Truth. Despite the fact please contact the editor: chebuc- 902-477-1954 and leave a message if Stella Maris Church the situation was beyond our control, [email protected] by June 10 for you need some assistance. St Michael’s Catholic Church (6 St the TAG Executive was disappointed July’s issue** We are posting spiritual resources Michael’s Ave, Spryfield) when we had to postpone the rest of and live streaming our worship on Saturday 5pm and Sunday 11am our 2019/2020 season. However, the St. Augustine’s Anglican Church our webpage and our Facebook page safety and health of our cast, crew, (2010 Purcell’s Cove Rd) and clergy continue to be available by St Paul’s Catholic Church (137 Heb- volunteers, and patrons was and will Service of Holy Communion every phone for spiritual counsel. ridean Dr., Herring Cove) always remain a priority. I would like Sunday at 10 am Although our building is closed and Sunday 9 am to thank the cast and crew for the we can’t gather, our church is still op- many hours they spent rehearsing and City Church (276 Herring Cove Road) erating, in worship, mutual caring and St John the Baptist Catholic preparing. The beautiful set remains Sunday Prayer Time: 10:00 am; helping the community. We pray that Church (Purcell’s Cove Rd.) intact on the stage and the costumes Sunday Family Service: 10:30 am; everyone in Spryfield (and elsewhere) Sunday 10am are still on their hangers in hopes that Nursery & Children’s Ministry 10:30 will stay safe and that together we the show will eventually go on. am; Wednesday Night Prayer: 7:30 PM can prevent the spread of the Covid Salvation Army (328 Herring Cove Rd) The month of May is when we pandemic. May God bless us all in this Regular Sunday worship at would normally host our Season Spryfield Christian Community anxious time. 11:00am. Preceded by a prayer meeting Launch and announce the productions Church (91 Thornhill Dr) We are an affirming church. Every- at 10:30am and events for the next season. Again, Church services Sunday 11-12 am one is welcome at any of our services. that is not something we can plan for St. Michael Catholic Church (6 St The Sambro-Jollimore Pastoral at this time as we have no idea how Oromo Gospel Church Michaels Ave, Spryfield) Charge (Parish): long our doors will have to remain Sunday worship service: 3 pm and Saturday: 5 pm and Sunday 11 am St. James United Church: 3811 Old closed. Tuesday prayer: 10 am. Sambro Rd, Sambro We are highlighting some of our St. Paul’s United Church (173 Old Parkhill United Church: 5 Kirk Rd, dedicated volunteers this month via Emmanuel Anglican Church (322 Sambro Road) Jollimore Facebook. These volunteers were Herring Cove Rd.) Due to Covid-19, our building is Church buildings temporarily closed. nominated by fellow TAG members, At this time, Emmanuel Church has closed except for Soup’s On as a take Pre-recorded Worship Service and were provided with a series of cancelled all its in-person services, out on Tuesdays and for Food Bank every Sunday on St. James United questions. Their responses and photos events and non-essential meetings on Wednesdays. Please phone 902- Church-Sambro Facebook Page. We are being shared online every week. until such time as the Medical Officer 477-5090 on Monday for Food Bank. look forward to being with everyone Thanks to all those who took the time of Health advises us that it is safe to However, Rev. Anne Hoganson does again when we get the all clear. Until to respond, and to all those who are resume them. 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