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Saturday | 18

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Mothers Against Drunk Driving: Liverpool Street Elementary School recently played host to a Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Canada presentation. The cost of the presentation was paid by NB Liquor. Front row, from left, are Matthew Snell, Grade 2; Breanna Parson, Grade 4; Victoria Harris, Grade 4; Mackenzie Mitchell, Grade 4; Liam Carfa, Grade 4, and Shea Prendergast, Grade 3; back row: Jane Washburn, vice-president human resources and corporate services, NB Liquor; Linda Stafford, manager community and corporate services, NB Liquor; Albert Veira, MADD Canada representative, and Doug Richardson, vice-principal Liverpool Street School.

Wilmot UCW spring rummage sale will be held from 9 a.m. - 12 noon, corner of King and Carleton street.

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Fredericton Yacht Club is presenting Extreme Sailing with Brian Hancock, Whitbread sailor, at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Lincoln Road in support of the Fredericton Youth Sailing School. Dinner/seminar 6:30 p.m. $20/person. Seminar only 7:30 p.m. $10/person. Tickets at Joy of Framing, Queen Street, or Darryl at 365-4441. Limited attendance.

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Tai Chi for kids six - eight years old: a six-week session will be held from 9-9:45 a.m. A child can try the first class with no obligation. Session will be held at Wu's Tai Chi Chuan Academy, 328 King St., above Victory Meat Market. Instructor: Mary Kennedy 450-8889. To register a child, www.wustyle.com.

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Families with children aged eight and under can join the Fredericton Toy Library from 10 a.m. to noon located in the nursery, upstairs at Wilmot United Church. A family membership (valid until October) is $10. For more information, please contact Karen at 474-1534.

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Overeaters Anonymous will meet at the Gibson United Church from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. For more information, phone 472-3719.

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There will be a country concert featuring the group Classic Country Sam Johnston, Bill Stewart, Bryce Brewer, Keith Munn and John Jeffries at the Marysville Heritage Centre, 11 McGloin St. at 7:30 p.m. Special guests: Ruth and Eldon Barton, Randy Vail and Harry Pond. Admission is $7.50 at the door.

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The Marysville Y Service Club will be having a community breakfast at the Marysville Heritage Centre from 8 - 10 a.m. Adults $6, children under 10 $3. Take out available.

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The Parkinson Society, Fredericton chapter will be holding its seventh annual Porridge for Parkinson's breakfast at Christ Church (Parish) Church, corner of Charlotte and Westmorland streets, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. No charge, however a generous donation towards Parkinson research is requested. Tax receipts will be issued at a later date.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the workplace standard first aid course being held April 18-19 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the emergency first aid course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the adult, infant and child CPR (Level C) course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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Ste. Anne's Court, 81 Duncan Lane, is holding a fashion show from 2:30 -4 p.m. Fashions are from Tan Jay and refreshments will be served. Admission is $5 payable at the door.

Sunday | 19

The Fredericton Bluegrass and Oldtime Music Association will be hosting a musical jam at 1:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Lions Club on the Lincoln Road. For more information, call 450-4036.

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The monthly meeting of the War Brides Club will meet at the Johnston Avenue Seniors Centre on Johnston Avenue at 2 p.m.

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Bingo will be played at the Nashwaaksis Kinsmen Club, 141 School St. Early bird games start at 5:30 p.m. Regular games start at 6:30 p.m. Special games include: Birthday game, jackpot, bonanza, two quickie games, 50/50, winner take all, five loonie pots and more. Door prizes are drawn on the last Sunday of each month. Canteen services available. For more information, please call the Kin Centre at 472-7397.

Monday | 20

A free legal advice clinic will be held at 6:15 p.m. at Wilmot United Church, corner of King and Carleton streets. First come, first served. Private individual sessions. If stormy please call the information number to confirm the clinic is open. Information: 458-1066.

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The United Ostomy Association, Fredericton and district chapter will meet at 7 p.m. in the Stan Cassidy Centre at the DECH. The Coloplast representative will be the guest speaker and will be showing current and new products. There will be a discussion period and a light snack. Ostomates, family and friends of ostomates are welcome.

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Sobeys Regent Street is having a healthy cooking class from 10 a.m. - 12 noon with its chef and dietitian. To register, call Sobeys on Regent Street at 453-7761 or Margaret Langille, registered dietitian at 452-9984.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the workplace standard first aid course being held April 20-21 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the emergency first aid course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the adult, infant and child CPR (Level C) course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998

Tuesday | 21

Fredericton Folks On Spokes, a bicycle group for ages 50 and up, will leave from the Trail Visitor Centre on the north side of the Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge at 10 a.m. for its first ride of the season on the Douglas or Gibson Trail. Wear a bicycle helmet and bring drinking water.

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Overeaters Anonymous will meet at the Fredericton Public Library from 12:10 - 12:50 p.m. For more information, phone 472-3719.

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The Fredericton Backyard Composters will be having a free master composter course April 21, 23, 28, 30 and a day-long field trip on May 2. The course will involve four three-hour evening classroom sessions and will require participants to volunteer 20 hours, over a year, to the Fredericton Backyard Composters. For more information, please contact Julie Baker, Fredericton parks and trees department, 460 2294 or julie.baker@fredericton.ca.

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A free Business Basics session will be held from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. It is open to everyone and offers: Insight into the essential concepts of business start-up and operation and answers to questions about business start-up from concept, investigation, planning and operation. To register, contact Enterprise Fredericton at 444-4686. Business Basics is held once a month.

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Sobeys Regent Street is having a cholesterol lowering class from 1:30 - 3 p.m. To register, call Sobeys on Regent Street at 453-7761 or Margaret Langille, registered dietitian, at 452-9984. Class is free.

Wednesday | 22

Families with children aged eight and under can join the Fredericton Toy Library from 10 a.m. to noon located in the nursery, upstairs at Wilmot United Church. A family membership (valid until October) is only $10. For more information, please contact Karen at 474-1534.

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Bingo will be held every Wednesday at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 4, Queen Street. Early bird 6:30 p.m. and regular games at 7:30 p.m.

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Overeaters Anonymous will meet at the Gibson United Church from 7 -8:30 a.m. For more information phone 472-3719.

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The Fredericton Garden Club will host a question-and-answer forum on vegetables at the Stepping Stone Centre starting at 7:30 p.m. For information, please call president, Joyce Richardson at 472-9592.

Thursday | 23

The Canadian Diabetes Association Fredericton District branch meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m., fifth floor boardroom, Fredericton Medical Clinic, 1015 Regent St. Speaker will be K. Hasan, MDCM. Topic will be Diabetes and Vitamin D New Links. For more information, call Diabetes Education Clinic at 452-5180.

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The College of Psychologists of New Brunswick will be holding a free public conference at 7 p.m. in the Junior Ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. The conference is entitled Health, Wellness and Working: Where does psychology fit? The keynote speaker is Dr. Marvin Claybourn, licensed psychologist. This public conference is designed to help employers and employees prevent, recognize and deal with mental health difficulties within the workplace.

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Sobeys Regent Street is having a diabetic food labelling tour from 10 a.m. - 12 noon. To register, call Sobeys on Regent Street at 453-7761 or Margaret Langille, registered dietitian at 452-9984. Class is free.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Workplace Standard First Aid course being held April 23-24 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Emergency First Aid course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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St. John Ambulance is accepting registrations for the Adult, Infant and Child CPR (Level C) course being held from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. To reserve a space call St. John Ambulance at 1-800-563-9998.

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An information session on Diabetes Care, The Joslin Way will be hosted by The DECH Auxiliary Inc. in the Chalmers Hospital Auxiliary Theatre from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to: Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Learning Services, phone 452-5050 or email: robyn.dean@rvh.nb.ca. A general meeting will follow.

Friday | 24

Osteoporosis Canada - NB chapter is holding health knowledge training on April 24 and 25 for those interested in becoming osteoporosis speakers. The event is free but requires prior information. For more information and registration, please contact 459-4901 or osteoporosisnb@gmail.com.

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The Mature Professionals Network offers a forum for single persons over 40 to meet and exchange ideas, develop friendships and share common interests. The group meets every Friday 6:30-8 p.m. at the Fredericton Inn Oak Lounge. For more information www.mpnnb.com or telephone Hubert 457-9093 or Judy 454-5444.

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Saint Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 512 Charlotte St. will hold its annual spring indoor yard sale from 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. - 12 noon.

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Christ Church (Parish) Church ACW will have a rummage sale on Friday, April 24, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 25, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Miscellaneous

Fredkid presents the third session in the 2009 fredkid family learning series: The ABCs of the Birds and the Bees: Talking to your child about sex, presenter Lucy O'Sullivan will explore ways to talk about sex with your kids. The session, co-presented by the Paediatric Lifestyle Management Program, will take place on Thursday, April 30 at 7p.m. in room 303 at Tilley Hall on the UNB campus. Admission is free. Space is limited, so please register at www.fredkid.com

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The 2009 Adopt-a-Book campaign is underway until May 31. Books may be purchased at Westminster Books and donated to the Fredericton Public Library or the Nashwaaksis Public School Library. Staff at Westminster has a wish list from each library.

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April is Cancer Awareness month and the Canadian Cancer Society Western district is holding its annual Door to Door Campaign. Volunteers will be knocking on doors throughout Fredericton and surrounding areas collecting donations for the Canadian Cancer Society NB Division. Should anyone like to volunteer, there are still some streets left to canvass. Please call 455-5769.

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The Fredericton and District Stamp Club will hold its annual spring stamp show and exhibit Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Forest Hills United Church, 45 Kimble Court. Exhibits, several dealers, Canada Post, and a youth table will be features. Free admission. For more information, Ron Smith 453-1792.

Capital region

Doaktown - The Atlantic Salmon Museum will be holding a Spring Fling fundraising dinner and auction Friday, April 24. Meet and greet/silent auction will be held at 6:15 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. Call for tickets 365-7787 or email: museum@nbnet.nb.ca. Tickets: $25 (all inclusive). Refreshments available. www.atlanticsalmonmuseum.com.

Esteys Bridge - Helping Hands is having a dance and potluck supper on Sunday, April 19 at the Estey's Bridge Recreation Centre. Doors will open at 2 p.m. and supper will be served at 5 p.m.

Keswick Ridge - The Keswick Ridge Historical Society is having a roast pork dinner to raise money to rehabilitate the historic McKeen Corner Store on Saturday, April 18, 4 - 6 p.m. at the Keswick Ridge Community Hall on Route 616. Prices: $10 for adults, $5 children 6 - 12, under six free. Starting at 7:30 there will be music, open-mic style. Cost: $2 each at the door. Refreshments available. For information, call Sheila Moore 363-2480.

Mactaquac - Tai Chi - Next six-week session starts Thursday, April 23, from 8:30-10 a.m. at the Mactaquac United Baptist Church. Try the first class with no obligation. www.wustyle.com. Call Instructor Mary Kennedy at 450-8889 to register. Open to all ages- adult.

Nackawic - A country jamboree will be held on Saturday, April 18 from 2-7p.m. at the Nackawic Lions Club. Music by John Stairs with friends and guests. Potluck at 5 p.m. Admission is donations at the door. For more information, contact John Stairs 506 575-2649 or Rita Moore 506 575-8150.

Nashwaak Valley - The Nashwaak Valley Golden Age Club is holding its spring auction on Sunday, April 26 at the Durham Bridge Recreation Centre. Members are asked to have their items for the auction at the Hall by 1:15. Auction will start at 2 p.m. sharp. Following the auction there will be music and a potluck supper with music continuing after supper.

Oromocto - Weight Loss Challenge begins on Monday, April 20 at 5:45 p.m. at Ridgeview Middle School. For details and to pre-register call Nadia at 488-2324.

Oromocto - Dance to Wildwood at the Oromocto Legion on Friday, May 1 from 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. Tickets sold in advance. Call Betty 458-5844, Elizabeth 457-4697 or Don 446-4508.

Oromocto - Sobeys Oromocto is having a diabetes basics class on Wednesday, April 22 from 1:30 - 3 p.m. To register, call Sobeys Oromocto at 446-5030 or Margaret Langille, registered dietitian at 452-9984.

Taymouth - A spring breakfast will be held on Saturday, April 25, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Taymouth Community Centre. Cost: $3, $5 and $6 plates. For more information, call Barb Flinn 367-3140.

Taymouth - TCA annual general meeting will be held on Sunday, April 26 at1 p.m. at the Taymouth Community Centre. Celebrate 2008 accomplishments. Dream and design the 2009 activities. Contact Jean Burgess 367-2296.