Submitted by: Barb Gebuhr While we continue to enjoy these beautiful fall days, it is almost hard to believe that Christmas in the Country will be here in less than a month! The first weekend of December includes the last day of November – Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1. Watch for the colorful red cardinal signs in front of the participating vendors – artists, artisans, crafts, baking, pickles, wine, syrup, sweets, antiques, second hand treasures, specials at restaurants – there is literally something for EVERYONE this year! Alma Service: November 10th, commencing at 10:30 am at the Alma Activity Centre (8 School Street, Alma) Hillsborough Service: November 11th, commencing at 10:30 am at the Cenotaph (Main Street, Hillsborough) Riverside-Albert Service: November 11th, commencing at 10:30 am at the Riverside-Albert Recreation Centre (9 Bicentennial Rd, Riverside-Albert) Albert County Royal Canadian Legion Albert County Royal Canadian Legion Branch 32, Hillsborough, officially kicked off its 2024 Poppy Campaign on October 25th. Poppy trays will be distributed from Sobey’s in Riverview through to the convenience store in Alma. As well, Crosses ($55) and Wreaths ($60) are for sale to commemorate past friends and family who served this country by participating in the Armed Forces. To purchase a Cross or Wreath please call 506-734-2289. All are invited to a luncheon following the Remembrance Day Service at the Hillsborough Cenotaph on November 11. At 6:00 PM, a dinner will be offered for $15-$20 at the Kiwanis. Tickets can be purchased at the Legion. Thanks for your participation and generosity. All money made will be used to help veterans and their families in the Albert County region. November brings many things to the region of Albert County: beauty as the earth puts herself to rest for another season, the grasp of frost that holds the promise of forthcoming snow, the whir of snowmobiles being uncovered and tuned up replaces the roar of motorcycles now being housed for the winter, folks start thinking of holidays ahead with school plays, markets, decorating, and shopping on the mind, and the squirrels seem to scamper a little faster to fill every crook and cranny they can find with cones, nuts, and other goodies to last them for the winter. However, there is a time where all of these things pause, we don our poppies, and our community joins together with the rest of Canada to honour our soldiers and remember.
Submitted by: Margie Murphy If you have not yet seen it, the symbol of Remembrance Day - the POPPY - will be evident throughout your community soon. Local businesses will be partnering with the Legion to offer Poppy pins for you to purchase and display on your lapels. This gesture reflects our gratitude to those who have served in both World Wars, Afghanistan, Peace Keepers, and our active Armed Forces. As well as Poppy pins, crosses and wreaths can be purchased in memory of beloved veterans. Call the Legion at 506 734 2289 on Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday to place your order or for further information. Submitted by: Ian Duncan, Program and Events Coordinator
Experience the vibrant spirit of the Rising Tide, Trails & Tunes Festival while celebrating local art, culture, music, food and nature. You can submerge yourself in a lively series of events happening from October 5th to the 14th, 2024. This long-running festival will unfold across three diverse and artistic landscapes that surround Fundy National Park. Here's the schedule at a glance; you can get more information and ticket/registration links on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/RisingTideFestival) as well as on Driftscape - simply scan the QR code on the poster. Driftscape keeps event details at your fingertips, also highlights other nearby attractions and events, and is the only way to enter the Rising Tide Trails & Tunes festival give-away raffle! Submitted By: Jeff Burke Please note that remotely piloted aircraft or drone operations will be conducted in your area by Canada Future Metals. The goal of these operations is to collect, through scientific instruments the geophysical properties (conductive/resistive/magnetic) of sedimentary formations of the bedrock. This scientific tool (VLF EM- very low frequency electromagnetic) does not collect any photographic information, only a measurement of the natural VLF properties of rock drone and instruments. Mission Date(s) Operations are planned to occur from 1st October to 7th October. However, if weather conditions are not optimal for safe operations, the survey would commence after this date during October when it is safe to do so. submitted by Amanda Lyman The Riverside Albert Volunteer Fire Department and Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Department are pleased to be a part of the NB Firefighter/Pompiers 50/50. Tickets can now be purchased in support of these departments at www.nb5050.ca. When you specify which department you are supporting, a portion of the sales goes to that department. Don't forget to buy early in time to get in on the early bird draw.
For the last couple of years I have had the pleasure of serving as the part-time editor of this Connecting Albert County Newsletter. It has been an interesting endeavor in my life and I have learned a great deal by partaking in this role. At this time, my children’s activities, and my own full time career, have to take priority and I can no longer give this newsletter the time that it takes to provide a proper recurring edition. I have decided to step away from the newsletter and this will be my final solo edition. The incoming editor will do an excellent job with it and I look forward to seeing what she has planned for future editions.
I want to thank everyone who has helped me to produce this over the last couple years. I’ve met some amazing people, and learned an incredible amount about what is offered and what is happening in our area. I also want to thank the incredible volunteers, from proofreaders to website posters, from writers to board members and everyone in between. You are all amazing and CAC is lucky to have you all. Thank you again for subscribing and supporting this newsletter. I hope you will continue to do so and I look forward to what comes next for CAC!!! Sincerely, Amanda Rossiter The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation (BACH) hosts a Rafflebox 50/50, which started in June 2023. Proceeds are used to enhance community health services and primary health care throughout the catchment area served by the Albert County Community Health Centre. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bachcf. Upcoming draw dates are listed for your convenience! Your continued support of primary health care is greatly appreciated.
BACH 50/50 Raffle Box- Draw Dates 2024- 2025
by David Jacombs Jr.
Hello Community of Fundy Albert! Chipoudy Communities Revitalization Committee and Friends of Fundy have planned the next community meeting regarding the 114 and 915 Crossroads Corner in Riverside-Albert including the Old Bank of New Brunswick, and Anderson Hollow Lighthouse. The meeting will be held at the Lower Level of the Riverside-Albert Rec Centre on Thursday, July 4th at 7pm. by Ian Duncan
Things are getting going with Friends of Fundy as the busy season is a approaching. Here is a look at what is coming up soon. Continue on to see the following highlights:
The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation (BACH) hosts a Rafflebox 50/50, which started June 1st. Proceeds are used to enhance community health services and primary health care throughout the catchment area served by the Albert County Community Health Centre. Upcoming draw dates are listed for your convenience! Wednesday, April 24 Wednesday, May 22 https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bachcf Your continued support of primary health care is greatly appreciated. The board of directors had its first meeting of the year on Thursday, February 1st (which had to be postponed from January 25th due to a death in the president's family). We have two new members: Laureena Black (Miramichi Zone President) and Doug Rowlands (Loyalist Zone President for the Saint John region).
Our Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 in Moncton at the Legends Room of the Moncton Coliseum (377 Killam Drive, Entrance C at the rear of the Coliseum) from 10 am to 5 pm (doors will open at 9 am). Registration forms should be sent to the clubs shortly. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided by JCB Interpretation Inc. and Sonic-Image. A coffee break and lunch will be offered. This past January, the 2024 Executive Members were sworn in for the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 32 - Hillsborough NB (pictured below). The main mission of the Legion is to provide support for veterans and their families in Albert County. Your generous support during the Poppy Campaign, leading up to Remembrance Day, greatly aids in the success of this mission. Thank you very much. As well, the Legion is a responsible community citizen - supporting graduates with bursaries, supporting the local Navy League Cadets and Sea Cadets with funds, and most importantly organizing Remembrance Day events. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to join or visit the Legion. It is located at 31 Legion Street in Hillsborough. The Legion - Ship’s Landing Lounge is open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 2 pm to 10 pm. Drop in and learn more about the Legion and the many benefits of becoming a member. Sitting L - R - Margie Murphy (Treasurer), Rick Langer (2nd Vice), Keith Steeves (President); Dale Jonah (1st Vice), Kim Langer (Secretary) Standing L - R - Peter Jubb (Sergeant At Arms), Barb Haire (Padre) Missing - Davis Steeves (Past President, Eliot Hill (Service Officer), Ruth Bradford and Judy Tait (Membership Committee) The winter months are on their way out and spring is on the horizon! Are you itching to get moving, get out of the house, and looking for something fulfilling to do? Forest Dale Nursing Home has an amazing opportunity to give back to seniors in our community through their volunteer program. Social connection and interaction benefit not only the residents, but the staff and volunteers themselves. Volunteers contribute to a vibrant and connected nursing home community. As one volunteer said, "We feel the more volunteers that are in the home, the more residents will still feel part of their community. The community where many of them spent their lives working, raising families, and even volunteering themselves". Human connection keeps us healthy, happy and fulfilled.
There are many activities offered at Forest Dale Nursing home, including: walking programs, Bingo, bowling/curling, baking, music events, special events etc. Or maybe you have an idea or something you are passionate about that you would like to share with the residents! Maybe you’d be interested in running a crochet/knit club, gardening club, card games, art club, the possibilities are endless! Forest Dale has a keen interest in opportunities for intergenerational activities as well! Bring your kiddos and bring your babes and do friendly visits. We also love to see well behaved pets come in with their owners! Please reach out to Forest Dale Nursing home at 506-882-3015 to inquire about volunteering and to share any ideas you have! Forest Dale Nursing Home Board The 2024 February Frolic brought over a week of celebrating art, food, and nature! From stargazing to ice skating there was no shortage of things to do in Fundy Albert. We want to give a HUGE thanks to local community groups and businesses that hosted activities during the Frolic, the Village for partnering for both logistics and programming, and to everyone that came out to the events! Special thanks to the Government of New Brunswick’s Environmental Trust Fund for the support in awareness and education on Birds Species at Risk, Pollinators, and Dark Skies. We were able to host events like stargazing, art workshops, and our own Great Backyard Bird Count.
The “Valentine Social” was a fun-filled afternoon with over 40 Seniors and Adults deciphering a “Valensign” love letter of 1857, learning “Love Lessons from Old Valentines”, hearing the history of creating Valentines through the centuries, participating in activities with prizes ~ finding Valentine Puzzle Pairs and naming the Love Song. The sharing of Valentine’s Day memories was enjoyed by everyone. The event ended sweetly ~ socializing and savouring delicious treats! Volunteer Drivers for Medical Appointments: Unlocking Access to Healthcare Access to medical care is a fundamental human right, yet for many individuals, it remains an elusive goal due to transportation barriers. Lack of reliable transportation can lead to missed medical appointments, delayed treatments, and worsened health outcomes. Volunteer Drivers for medical appointments play a vital role in bridging this gap, offering a lifeline to those who struggle with transportation access. In this article, we delve into the reasons why individuals should consider becoming volunteer drivers and the myriad of benefits that stem from this selfless role. Submitted by Ian Duncan February 10th - 19th in Fundy Albert is a winter wonderland where communities and nature come together to celebrate this amazing region! Fundy Albert Businesses and Community Organizations are planning lots of ways to connect with nature!
Head to our Facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/FundyFriends/ Keep an eye out for ticket sales for select events on Facebook! Urban/Rural Rides provides transportation to seniors and low-income families for medical appointments and food bank access. As the demand for service continues to grow throughout Southeast New Brunswick, the need to add more amazing volunteers to the team continues to be essential in supporting transportation requests. The goal is to make sure everyone who lacks transportation to appointments because they cannot drive, do not have a vehicle, and/or do not have family or neighbors who can assist them can find a friendly helping hand from a volunteer driver.
If you have a few hours a week to extend an act of kindness by driving someone to an appointment, please contact us. Volunteer drivers are reimbursed $.50/km as well as receive other community incentives. Transportation is available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To request a drive, please call us at 506-962-3073 or visit us online at http://www.urbanruralrides.ca for more information or to volunteer. submitted by Ian Duncan
Happy New Year from the Board, staff and volunteers of Friends of Fundy! We hope you had a rejuvenating Holiday season! Some reminders for getting 2024 off to a great start! Outpost store hours After a short break Outpost East, in the Fundy National Park Visitor Centre at Headquarters, will be reopening January 6th with the following hours: Saturday and Sunday, 10am – 5pm. Stop by to check out our selection of local and Fundy National Park products OR you can also purchase that perfect winter read online by visiting www.friendsoffundy.ca and clicking on the SHOP NOW link. This year’s February Frolic in Fundy Albert will be taking place the week of February 10 - 19. Does your business or community group have an event planned to get out and enjoy the amazing outdoors in Fundy Albert? Are you interested in hosting an event? Groups are in the process of planning activities for all ages to stay active, get out and enjoy nature or cozy up and connect with friends and guests to the area. Let us know your ideas or events and we will include them in the Frolic promotions! Send the details to [email protected] |
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