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February 2013 The Town Crier

INSIDE THIS I S S U E : Annapolis Valley Regional School Board Motions from January 21, 2013 Draft 2 Notice of Election: February 16, 2013 Council Minutes On Saturday, February 16, 2013, voters in Electoral District 3 will elect a member of Calendar of Events 3 the Annapolis Valley Regional School Board in a Special Election. Schools in District 3 are the Annapolis Royal Regional Academy, Annapolis West Education Centre, Champlain Elementary School and Clark Rutherford Memorial School. Town Information 4 Take note of the following dates: Raccoon Nuisance 5 Advance Polling Days: Thursday February 7, 2013 , 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm, Annapolis Royal Nursing Biz News 6 Home, 9745 Highway 8, Lequille; Tuesday, February 12, 2013 , 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm, Annapolis Royal Nursing Leadership in 7 Crime Prevention Home, 9745 Highway 8, Lequille.

Election Day Polls: Saturday, February 16, 2013, 8:00 am to 7:00 pm at: Cenotaph Donors 8 List ∗ Fundy Community Recreation Centre, 3407 Shore Road West, Young’s Cove ∗ Clementsport Legion Branch 122, 2008 Highway 1, Clementsport Seniors Info 9 ∗ Bear River Legion Hall, 1877 Clementsvale Road, Bear River; ∗ Annapolis Valley Nursing Home, 9745 Highway 8, Lequille Library News 10 ARTsPLACE For information, contact the Returning Officer or Assistant Returning Officer at 902-532-8365. Recreation 11

Winter Fitness 12 ------THE TRAFFIC FLOW ADVISORY COMMITTEE WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU!

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If you witness any vandalism or unlawful behavior within the Town of Annapolis Royal, Motions from January 21, 2013 Draft Council Minutes please report the incident to the Annapolis Royal Police Depart- ment. Thank you for your help a) Moved by Councillor Paquette, seconded by Councillor Hudson, Town Council in this matter. agreed to the placement of a replica 1606 Masonic stone and a plaque in the area next to Town Hall where the cenotaph used by be. To contact the Annapolis Motion carried. Royal Police Department b) Moved by Councillor Paquette, seconded by Councillor Hudson that Council give CALL 532-2427 heritage approval to Kendra Brown to install new signage at 241 St George Street, in

Any time, 24 hours a day accordance with the requirements of the Land Use By-law. Motion carried.

MEMBERS OF COUNCIL c) Moved by Councillor Hudson, seconded by Councillor Paquette to appoint Ernest Mayor Michael Tompkins J. Dick, Ian Lawrence, Adrian Nette and Sefton Squires to the Planning & Heritage [email protected] Advisory Committee and further that the Committee decide who fills the staggered

Deputy Mayor Pat Power terms, 2 appointments for a one year term and 2 appointments for a two year term. [email protected] Motion carried.

Councillor Sherman Hudson [email protected] d) Moved by Councillor Paquette, seconded by Councillor Hudson that a letter of support in principle be issued to the Annapolis Royal Wharf Association with respect Councillor Byron Mersereau to their securing a long-term, low cost lease from the Ministry of Transportation and [email protected] Infrastructure Renewal for a parcel of land on the Annapolis River causeway with the Councillor Paul Paquette inclusion of looking at the area of land on both sides for development. [email protected] Motion carried. The public is welcome to attend all Committee of the e) Moved by Councillor Hudson, seconded by Councillor Paquette to approve the Whole (COW), Council, appointments of Peter Crofton Davies, Jim McGinis, Paul Sanford and Paul Planning and Heritage Stackhouse to a one year term on the Marketing & Economic Development Advisory Committee (PHAC) Committee. and Board of Police Motion carried. Commissioners meetings held every month. f) Moved by Councillor Mersereau seconded by Deputy Mayor Power to suspend

Next Meetings Section 4 of the Traffic Flow Advisory Committee mandate and further that the Planning and Heritage members of the committee be comprised of Councillor Mersereau, Councillor CommitteeCommittee---- Paquette, Public Works Superintendent McLean and Police Chief McNeil for a one February 4 at 9:30 am year term. Marketing and Economic Development Committee Motion carried. February 5 at 6:00 pm February 19 at 6:00 pm g) Moved by Councillor Mersereau, seconded by Councillor Hudson that be it Committee of the Whole February 6 at 6:00 pm resolved that the Town of Annapolis Royal supports the grant application to TD Board of Police Green Streets 2013. Over 50% of the total program costs will be borne by the Town Commissioners of Annapolis Royal and the community.” February 13 at 9:00am Motion carried. Council February 18 at 6:00 pm h) Moved by Councillor Paquette, seconded by Councillor Hudson to appoint Anne Esslinger as the Town representative to the Annapolis Valley Regional Library Board. For Public Works Motion carried. Emergencies Please call 532-8347 P a g e 3 The Town Crier

FEBRUARY Calendar of Events

FEB 1 King’s Theatre presents Les Miserables - 7pm to 9:30 pm. For more details FEB 13 eBooks and eReaders Workshop 7:00pm to 8:30pm visit www.kingstheatre.ca. Learn how to download eBooks from the library website to your laptop, tablet or eReader. Learn about different digital formats and Family Fun Night, Annapolis Royal Regional Academy 6:00 PM to 8:00 devices. For beginners. BYOD- if you have one, bring your device for PM. Every Friday night from January 11th to March 8th. Bring your friends the workshop. For more info call 532-2226. and family and come on out for an evening of fun and games. All equipment is provided. No charge. If school is cancelled so is the event. For more information contact Sandi @ 532-3148. FEB 14 Happy Valentine’s Day

FEB 2 Winter Market at the Historic Gardens 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM EVERY SATURDAY. Join us for our winter version of the Farmers’ Market at the FEB 15 King’s Theatre presents Zero Dark Thirty - 7 pm to 9:37 pm. For Historic Gardens. Lots of vendors will be on hand, with locally roasted more details visit www.kingstheatre.ca. coffee, baked goods, preserves, produce, fish, meat, eggs, cheese, yogurt, Feb 17th at 2pm honey, hot foods, and lots more! Call Trish at 532-7018 for details. Snowshoes are now available at the Historic Gardens! FEB 16 Join us for a friendly game of Scrabble at the Annapolis Royal FEB 3 King’s Theatre presents Les Miserables - 2pm to 4:30 pm. For more details Library at 7:00 pm No registration necessary. Questions? Please visit www.kingstheatre.ca. contact Ken Maher at 532-5552 or the library at 532-2226, so we'll be sure we have enough boards. FEB 4 Soirée française à Annapolis Royal, Bistro East, 18h Une soirée sociale informelle pour les francophones et les gens qui aiment parler le français! FEB 17 An informal social evening for Francophones and people who enjoy At 2 -pm, Brad Allen will speak at the Annapolis Library about speaking French! Paul - 778-1049 'Coast-to-coast on foot across Scotland - the great outdoor challenges'. This talk is sponsored by Friends of the Library. For more info call 532-2226. FEB 5 FREE Computer Help Tuesday 9-3 and Wednesday 10-3 until end of March. Do you have a question about computers? eBooks? Audio books? King’s Theatre presents Zero Dark Thirty - 2 pm to 4:37 pm. For Digital photos? Would you like to begin using computers or do you want more details visit www.kingstheatre.ca. help learning a type of software? Call the library during open hours to reserve your spot: 532-2226 “Stop Me If You've Heard This One” An opening will be held on Sunday, February 17th from 2-4pm with the artist present. Free admission, refreshments will be served. FEB 6 FREE Computer Help Tuesday 9-3 and Wednesday 10-3 until end of ARTsPLACE Artist-run Centre is please to present a solo exhibition March. Do you have a question about computers? eBooks? Audio books? by Calgary-based artist Kyle Beal, from February 17th to March 24th, Digital photos? Would you like to begin using computers or do you want 2013. For more details visit [email protected] help learning a type of software? Call the library during open hours to http://arcac-artsplace.weebly.com/ reserve your spot: 532-2226

FEB 18 Soirée française à Annapolis Royal, Bistro East, 18h Une soirée Wednesday night is Sampler Night at Arts Place: If you have ever wanted sociale informelle pour les francophones et les gens qui aiment parler to try your hand at rug hooking, quilting, pen & ink, pastels, jewelry le français! making, spinning, creative embroidery, needle felting or collage, then drop An informal social evening for Francophones and people who enjoy into the Arts Council building (near the lights) at 7 pm . Bring a friend and speaking French! Paul - 778-1049 come out to meet local artisans and artists who have volunteered to help people try out these activities. Free admission and refreshments. FEB 19 FREE Computer Help Tuesday 9-3 and Wednesday 10-3 until end of March FEB 8 King’s Theatre presents Lincoln - 7pm to 9:30 pm. For more details visit Do you have a question about computers? eBooks? Audio books? www.kingstheatre.ca. Digital photos? Would you like to begin using computers or do you want help learning a type of software? Call the library during open hours to reserve your spot: 532-2226 FEB 9 "Art for the Heart & Music for the Soul", 7 to 9:30 pm, a Coffee House FEB 22 format featuring music by local musicians as well as work for sale by local King’s Theatre presents Silver Linings Playbook- 7pm to 9:0 0 pm. For more details visit www.kingstheatre.ca. artists & artisans. Coffee House at Arts Place to raise funds for the

construction of a Wheelchair Ramp. Come out for a great evening of music by three very talented acts: Les Smith, The Misty Mountain Misfits and FEB 24 The Granville Ferals. 7 - 9:30 pm. Free will offering, refreshments For more King’s Theatre presents Silver Linings Playbook - 2 pm to 4 pm. For more details visit www.kingstheatre.ca. information contact the Arts Council at 532-7069. FEB 10 King’s Theatre presents Lincoln - 2 pm to 4:30 pm. For more details visit www.kingstheatre.ca. FEB 27 eBooks and eReaders Workshop 7:00pm to 8:30pm Learn how to download eBooks from the library website to your FEB 12 "The Men's Club of St. George & St. Andrew United Church, 393 St. laptop, tablet or eReader. Learn about different digital formats and George Street, Annapolis Royal will be holding a pancake supper from devices. For beginners. BYOD- if you have one, bring your device for 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 pm. The cost will be $6.00 for an adult and $4.00 for the workshop. For more info call 532-2226. children under 12. The meal will consist of pancakes, sausages, a beverage - tea, coffee or juice, and dessert."

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Town of Annapolis Town of Annapolis Royal By-Law #103 refers to

R o y a l REMOVAL OF SNOW Winter Parking Whereas it is necessary to make the following winter Occupiers, owners or persons in charge of houses, parking regulations to facilitate the removal of snow stores, lots and pieces of land situate on that portion of St. George Street in the Town extending northerly from in the Town of Annapolis Royal, effective either and including the property at 324 St George Street on on the first snow storm or December 01, the one side and from the Town Hall Building at 285 St 2012 (whichever is earlier) to April 30, 2013, George Street on the other side to the Town Wharf, between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 8:00 a.m., shall, after every snowfall, clear away the snow from no person shall park or leave standing a motor the sidewalks adjoining their respective properties as vehicle upon any highway or street within the Town follows: limits in accordance with provisions of the Motor (a) When the snow ceases falling during the Vehicle Act. Vehicles, whether attended or day within four (4) hours after it has unattended, shall not be left in a position or manner ceased falling; and which may interfere with or obstruct snow removal (b) When the snow ceases falling during the or winter maintenance operations. night, within four (4) hours after day- light on the following day.

Planning and Heritage Marketing and Economic Traffic Flow Advisory Advisory Committee Development Committee Committee

Councillor Hudson Councillor Mersereau Councillor Mersereau Councillor Paquette Councillor Paquette Councillor Paquette Ernest Dick Peter Davies Burt McNeil Ian Lawrence Jim McGinis Kevin McLean Adrian Nette Paul Sanford Sefton Squires Paul Stackhouse

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Town of Annapolis Royal Volunteer Week Annapolis Area Food Bank The Annapolis Area Food Bank serves the In conjunction with National Volunteer Week: area and is serviced by the Annapolis Royal April 21 st to April 27 th , 2013 School System. The Food Bank is located on the lower level of Annapolis Royal Regional Academy (ARRA) on Ritchie Street. We are Nomination deadline: February 19, 2013 open on the second (2nd) and third (3rd) Each year as we celebrate Volunteer Week, our primary purpose is Wednesday of each month from 6:00pm – to thank and honour people who donate their time to help others. 8:00 pm for those needing assistance. Please Each year, we witness Nova Scotian’s passion at work. You are note that when the school is closed, especially encouraged to nominate a deserving volunteer from your group to on a snow day – the Food Bank will also be receive an award this year; email submissions are strongly closed. For further information, you may call: encouraged. However, you may submit the nomination via regular Ms. Heather LeFort 532-5572: Ms. mail or fax to: Town of Annapolis Royal – Volunteer Week Michaele Thompson 532-5416: Mr. Ken Rob- P.O. Box 310, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 erts 532-5369 Fax: 902-532-7443 Email: [email protected] P a g e 5 The Town Crier

When Raccoons Become a Nuisance Raccoons eat a variety of foods including insects, frogs, bird eggs, fruit, and garden vegetables, especially corn. Because of their ability to live in association with humans and their varied food preferences and denning habits, people often consider raccoons to be a nuisance. Raccoons may cause damage or nuisance problems around houses or outbuildings when they try to gain access to attics or chimneys or when they raid garbage in search of food. In extreme cases raccoons may tear off shingles or trim boards to gain access to attic or wall space. Barns are occasionally home to large numbers of raccoons. Raccoons are excellent climbers and are very dexterous. They are most active at night, seeking refuge during the daylights hours in hollow trees, dense vegetation, rock crevices, old buildings, barns, chimneys, or other cavity spaces. During the winter months raccoons usually "den-up" for the coldest periods; this is not a true hibernation and they often venture out during warm spells. Parasites and Diseases Raccoons are host to a number of parasites and diseases that can infest people or pets, including canine distemper. Rabies is another concern although to date, no cases have been reported in Nova Scotian raccoons. Any raccoons exhibiting abnormal behavior should be avoided, and Natural Resources staff advised. Dead raccoons should be buried. Try not to touch the carcass, or wear disposable rubber gloves and wash well afterward. Department of Natural Resources 584-2229.

Heritage Homes and Neighbourhoods Attention drivers: This year the Heritage Canada Foundation announced "Heritage homes and neighbourhoods" as the 2013 theme The new school zone speed 30 kms/hr is when for Heritage Day which is celebrated on the 3rd Monday in children are present. If they are on the sidewalks or February -- this year February 18th. Together the in the playground area they are present. This rule is Annapolis Heritage Society, the Annapolis Royal Historic in effect 24 hours a day 365 days a year. If children Gardens, the Historical Association of Annapolis Royal and are in the school building they are not present and Parks Canada are planning a weekend-long programme of the speed limit is 50 kms/hr. family activities and fascinating presentations to celebrate our remarkable built heritage. Whether indoors or outdoors, we think you'll find something to capture your interest! Stay tuned and watch for details of activities from February 15 to 18. Taoist Tai Chi Continuing Class

at St Luke's Anglican Church Hall, every Monday from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. For those who have completed the beginners level. For information contact 638-3456.

Heating Assistance Rebate Program The Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) provides help to lower-income Nova Scotians with the cost of home heating. You qualify for this program if you pay a heating bill at your current address AND: are living alone with an income of less than $27,000; live with others and have a combined income of less than $42,000; receive Income Assistance from the Department of Community Ser- vices; OR receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement from HRSDC. Download an application using the link www.homeheatinghelp.ca . Your application must be mailed by March 31, 2013. The Town Crier P a g e 6 BIZNEWS: Annapolis Royal Business PAGE

Enjoy dinner at the pub Winter Market at the Historic Sunday - Wednesday Gardens Buy 1 entree receive the 2nd at 1/2 price EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 am-12:00 pm Look forward to seeing you! Join us for our winter version of the Farmers’ Market at the Historic Gardens. Lots of vendors will be on hand, with locally roasted coffee, baked goods, preserves, produce, fish, meat, eggs, cheese, yogurt, Historic Gardens Membership honey, hot foods, and lots more! Call Trish at 532-7018 for details. For as low as $30 including tax, you can provide enjoyment to Snowshoes are now available at the Historic someone for the whole year – a gift of quiet and beautiful Gardens! surroundings, of relaxing “me time”, of gardening how-to, and so much more! Maybe it’s a treat they would never consider buying themselves, but that will provide that downtime that they most desperately need. And of course you can feel good about supporting these wonderful Gardens in the process. Historic Gardens memberships may be purchased at the Historic Gardens during office hours, and at the Annapolis Royal Winter Farmer’s Market. Call 532-7018 or visit www.historicgardens.com. Recycling old leather coats

Did you know that worn out coat leather can be used to make shoes? If you have an old and worn out FLOWER GIRL FLORAL BOUTIQUE leather coat in the closet that you wish to get rid of, please consider 532-7878 donating it. The donated leather will be cut up into materials that can be stitched to produce something ANYTIME AFTER HOURS 532-5167 0R 526-2180 new. You can drop off your donation at any time during the day HIGH QUALITY FRESH & SILK FLOWERS at 446 St George Street (between the two storm doors). All materials will PLUSH BEARS & DELIVERY be used for a future costume shoe-making workshop at the Annapolis Living and Learning DROP IN FOR ALL YOUR'' VALENTINE Institute. ''SPECIALS

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Town Hall Office Hours

Dr. Daurene Lewis Town Hall continues to be open to the public everyday from 9:00am to 3:00pm and available by telephone contact from 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday.

Commencing February 8, 2013, Town Hall will not be open to the public on Fridays but staff can be contacted by telephone throughout the day from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Closing to the public on Fridays is an effort to increase efficiencies and effectiveness to better serve the citizens and businesses of Annapolis Royal without increasing costs. The new office hours will be monitored throughout a three-month trial period.

MINISTER'S AWARDS FOR LEADERSHIP IN CRIME PREVENTION

I am very pleased to inform you that the Department of Justice Mayor Michael Tompkins and has just announced the 2013 call for nominations of the Annual Councillors for the Town of Annapolis Minister's Awards for Leadership in Crime Prevention. Royal along with past Council members, staff and citizens have expressed their Nominations are now being accepted for the 2013 Minister’s sadness in learning that former Town Awards for Leadership in Crime Prevention. The awards Mayor, Dr Daurene Lewis passed away recognize people and organizations that demonstrate leadership on Saturday, January 26, 2013. in projects or community service that can help prevent crime; and business leaders and media, police officers and youth, Dr. Lewis’s connection with the Town of community groups and individuals can be nominated for the Annapolis Royal is historic. Her award. The call for nominations is open until midnight, great-great-great grandparents made February 10, 2012. their home here in 1783 and generations later, Daurene was born and raised in The Department of Justice is accepting nominations in six Annapolis Royal. In 1979, she was categories: -- individual: -- youth (age 21 or under): elected Town Councillor and in 1982 she -- community group or organization: -- policing: -- media: -- was appointed Deputy Mayor. In 1984, business community. she was elected Mayor of the Town of Annapolis Royal – the first black More information can be found on our website at: http:// female to be elected mayor in Canada. gov.ns.ca/just/ The nomination forms themselves can be found at: http:// The flag at Town Hall is being flown at novascotia.ca/just/CP_awards/ half mast out of respect for Daurene. She will be greatly missed by all who We hope to see as many worthy Nova Scotian individuals and knew her and our sympathies go out to organizations as possible nominated for these awards. her family. The Town Crier P a g e 8

DONORS LIST Port Royal Branch 21 of the Royal Canadian Legion would like to extends its heartfelt thanks to the following citizens and businesses who made our new Cenotaph possible.

• A Seafaring Maiden, Ann Marie & Bill Monk • Leo’s Cafe • Alma and Edward Smith • Lequille Handyman Service (Patrick “Chip” • Alvn Ellis Kerr) • Anglican Church Parish • Lions Club • Annapolis Home Hardware • Madox Incorporated (Cafe Compose) • Annapolis Royal Branch of the Federal Post • Mary MacIntosh Office • Mary Ann Fickes • Annapolis Royal Lions Club • Masonic Lodge #33 • Annapolis Technical Services • Mirta & Perry Bunce • Anonymous – Two Donors from away • Mr. & Mrs. R. Guhue • Armstrong Law Office Inc • Paula Buxton & Michael Tompkins • Bowe’s Garage • Peter Davies • Bradley Boyd & Marilyn Halliday • Phyllis McLean • Brown Brothers • Port Royal Animal Hospital (Dr. Jody Rice) • Byron Mersereau • Port Royal Branch #21 Legion Volunteers • Charade Gifts • Roy Hall • Cornwallis Physiotherapy • Reginald C. & Ruth Ritchie • Connell’s Septic Services Ltd. • Rick Connell • Cosy Nook Café • Royal Lepage Coast & Country • Dorothy Everett • Scott Bonnell, Connect Hearing • Douglas and Mary Annette Cameron • Sid Young Enterprises Ltd. (SY Golf) • Dr. Martin A. Field • Susan Stopford, Therapeutic Massage & • Dr. Paul Coady Acupuncture • Ernest & Nancy Dick • Ted Johnson • Fairway Insurance Services Inc. • The Bailey House, Susan Hebditch • Faith McStravick • The Pixie Fund • Fancy Jewellers • Tim Moser & Karen Johnson-Moser • First United Baptist Church • Town of Annapolis Royal Administration • Gaya Developments Inc (Bread & Roses B & Desk Staff B) • Town of Annapolis Royal Works Department • GBP Holdings Ltd (Queen Anne Inn) • Upper Clements Cottages • Gordon Boyce • Victoria Martyn • Graham Wright • Volunteers from Thursday Painting Group, • Habitation Realties Ltd. Port Royal Branch #21 Legion • Habitation Rug Hooking Group • Wallace Maloney • Jane McDowell • Weasy’s Hair Salon, Louise M. Oliver • Jane & Peter Nicholson • Jim Duffy • Joanne Buckmaster • Julia A. Turner • Kathleen & Jack Nootenboom • Kathy & Gord Nicholson • Kaulback Family Funeral Home Inc. • Ken Wilson

Again a big thank you to all of you, without your assistance the cenotaph could not have happened. And, thanks to the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Cenotaph/Monument Restoration Program for the Grant to assist us with this project. Constance (Connie) Bohaker, Chairperson, on behalf of the Cenotaph Committee, the Executive and members of Port Royal Branch 21. The Town Crier P a g e 9

ANNAPOLIS ROYAL SENIORS' AFTERNOON OUT

for seniors -A safe, supervised, and enriching afternoon -An opportunity to keep active and maintain independence -A chance to socialize and exercise -A respite opportunity for caregivers Come and enjoy an afternoon of fun! Monday afternoons 1 to 4 pm at the Annapolis Royal Nursing Home Thursday afternoons 1 to 4 pm at Riverview Manor, 95 Champlain Drive Cost: $5.00 (a nutritious snack will be served) For more information call Jane MacKay, Recreation Coordinator 532-8389.

SENIORS AGE 50+

NEED A WINTER BREAK?

Why not join us for a social afternoon at the Annapolis Royal Legion? February 20th 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Storm date: February 21

We’ll play some table games such as cribbage, 45’s, bridge, crokinole & scrabble.

We’ll try our hand at darts, pool, shuffleboard and crokinole You are invited Or We can just buy a refreshment, chat with old to attend a presentation by friends (and new ones) Sharon Elliott, Senior Safety And sample some finger goods. Officer for Annapolis County at Organized by the folks at Annapolis West 2:00 pm Monday, February 25, 50+ senior games 2013 at the Wolfe Wing of the And the Annapolis Royal Legion Annapolis Royal Nursing Home. Topic will be: What You Need to Need more information? Know Before Signing on the Leona Grant 532-2664 Dotted Line . An Annapolis John Rodie 532-0503, Valley District Health Authority Karl Cleveland 532-5294 program offered through Seniors LINC. For more information call Jane 532-8389.

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ARTsPLACE artist-run centre PASSAGES IN ART Lectures Series with Ray Mackie Gallery hours: Tuesday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., Friday (during Summer) $7 or season passes $40 10 a.m. to 7p.m. Complimentary coffee & cookies 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. (by volunteer, please call ahead) February 4, 2013 at 6:30 pm The Renaissance in Italy and the Birth of Humanism: The For more information please contact: Invention of Perspective and Oil Painting. Annapolis Region Community Arts Council February 11, 2013 at 6:30 pm Box 534, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia, The Fathers of Modern Art: Cezanne, Seurat, van Gogh, B0S 1A0 and Gauguin Phone: 902-532-7069 E-mail: [email protected] / Webpage: February 18, 2013 at 6:30 pm www.arcac.ca The Birth of Realism: Courbet, Manet, Degas, and Monet

The Annapolis Region Community Arts February 25, 2013 at 6:30 pm Council gratefully acknowledges the Cubism and Abstraction in Modern Painting: Picasso and support of the Province of Nova Scotia, Beyond through The Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage , the ARTsPLACE Gallery Canada Council for the Arts, our www.arcac-artsplace.weebly.com membership and community.

Join us, once again,, at the Annapolis Royal Library Library Hours on Sundays at 2:00 pm for An Afternoon with Friends Monday 2 to 5 An annual series of presentation by interesting local 6:30 to 8:30 speakers. Tuesday closed February 17, “Hiking Coast-to-coast across Scotland . . . the Great Outdoors Challenge: Brad Allen, walker Wednesday 10 to 5

March 17 “Who really killed Annie Kempton? . . . Thursday 10 to 5 writing about a Bear River mystery” Deborah Komar, 6:30 to 8:30 author Friday 10 to 5 April 21 “What’s happening to Brook Trout in the Mersey River System” Reg Baird, naturalist Saturday 10 to 2

Mark your calendar and plan to attend the Sunday Closed presentations. “An Afternoon with Friends” is presented by the Annapolis Royal Friends of the Library.

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Outdoor Community Skating Rink The construction of the Annapolis Royal Community rink is almost complete. The Annapolis Royal Volunteer Fire Department, the staff at Home Hardware and numerous community volunteers have been hard at work trying to get the rink ready for the season. Special thanks to Rob Lawrie, owner of Annapolis Home Hardware for his interest and generous donation. Stay tuned to the Town website for the opening day announcement.

ARRA’s Outdoor Skating Rink The construction of another Outdoor Rink at ARRA is almost complete. This rink will be available for its students to use during gym class, at lunch, and during the new After School Program. Special thanks to the Annapolis Royal Volunteer Fire Department, ARRA staff, Trevor Cormier, Tyler Charleton and Ken Carr, and especially to Rob Lawrie and the staff at Home Hardware for their generous donation and all of their hard work.

After School Programs The new FREE After School Programs for ARRA and AWEC will begin the week of February 11th, 2013 and continue through until the end of May.

The details of the programs will be announced at the upcoming school assemblies on January 31st and February 5.

For more information call Brooke Southcote at 824-1069.

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The local Bank of Nova Scotia in Annapolis Royal made a large cash donation (they fund raised for the Annapolis Royal team with a lottery wreath and matched dollar for dollar that amount). Recreation Winter 2013

Power-Hour Class Volleyball (Co-ed) ARRA: Mon & Wed ARRA: Sun 7-9 pm 8-9 pm Ages 16 +, Starts Sept 23, Winter Session $50, Drop-in $30 fee $3.50/ class Leader: Amanda Huston Starts Jan 7 - March 4, 2013 From Left to right, Martha Bent of Scotia Instructor: Jane Power Grimm Badminton Bank, Liam Marshall, Corby Courtney, AWEC: Tues 7-9:30 pm Des Chantiam (three basketball players), Basketball AWEC: Thurs 7-9:30 pm James Wiseman (AWEC Coach) and ARRA: Thursday Grade 9+, Starts Oct 16, $30, David Bent (Basketball player). 7:30-9 pm 2 for $50 Ages 30+, Starts Leader: Mike Scott PROVINCIALS Oct 4, $30 Leader: Larry Cromwell Floor Hockey AWEC Boys Senior AWEC: Mon 7-9 pm Basketball team is Table Tennis Grade 9 +, Starts Oct 15, $30 hosting provincials ARRA: Tues 7-9 pm & Thurs Leader: Terrell Sine Feb 28th, March 1st 8-9:30 pm and 2nd...... Grade 9 +, Starts Oct 16, $15 Indoor Soccer Game times Feb 28th Leader: John Rodie AWEC: Wed 7-9:30 pm and March 1st, 2pm, Grade 9 +, Starts Oct 17, $30 4pm, 6pm and 8pm Indoor Field Hockey Leader: Brian Gibson ARRA: Mon 7-8 pm March 2nd, 9am, ARRA – Annapolis Royal Regional Grade 9 +, Starts Sept 17, $25 Academy 11am, 1pm and 3pm. Leader: Mike Fearon AWEC - Annapolis West Education Centre Come out and support AWEC's WOLFPACK!

Garbage and Recycling Collection Days 2013

Picked up bi-weekly on Tuesdays; please note garbage must be at the curb by 8:00am.

February 2013 March 2013 April 2013 285 St. George Street

PO Box 310 Tues, Feb 12 Tues, Mar 12 Tues, Apr 9 Phone: 902-532-2043 Tues, Feb 26 Tues, Mar 26 Tues, Apr 23 Fax: 902-532-7443 Toll Free: 1-877-522-1110 E-mail: [email protected] For more information on garbage and recycling collection please visit