Seniors' Library Cafe –

Jan. 15 10am a presentation by Lisa Linscott and Yvonne Daubs of the Canadian Red Cross on disaster preparedness, in the program room of the Thomas H. Raddall Library in Liverpool. 354-5270.

Annual Meeting

Jan. 16 of the Queens Co. Historical Society, 3 pm at Queens Co. Museum, 109 Main St. For more info call Linda or Kathy 354-4058.

Queens Garden Club Meeting

Jan. 17 6:30 coffee & chat, 7pm meeting at Thomas Raddall Library, Old Bridge St., Liverpool. Topic undecided. Visitors welcome for $2.

TGIF Supper

Jan. 18 at RCL Branch 38, Liverpool, 4-6pm. Pot luck. $5 p/p. Everyone welcome.

Friday Night Fever

Jan. 18 at RCL Branch 38, Liverpool, 9-1am. Music by Wayne Snider & Ramblin’ Fever. $3 p/p. Members & guests welcome.

Social Night at the Legion

Jan. 19 at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 87 Caledonia 19 & over Admission $3.00 Bar & canteen available. Board games, 45 & cribbage. Bring your favorite board game. Everyone welcome

Fireman’s Breakfast

Jan. 19 at Caledonia Fire Hall, 7-11am.

Saturday Afternoon Cribbage

Jan. 19 at RCL Branch 38, Liverpool. Registration at 12:30pm, $12 per team. Members & guests welcome.

QC Crime Prevention Breakfast

Jan. 19 at Liverpool Lions Hall, 7-11am. Adults $5, children $2.99. Take out orders welcome. Call 354-5676.

Fire Dept. Bingo

Jan. 20 at Liverpool Fire Hall. Doors open at 6pm, play starts at 7pm. Regular games $50; Special games $75, Jackpot to go $300, Loonie to go. Canteen Available. Hosted by Liverpool Ladies Fire Dept. Aux.

Card Party

Jan. 22 at East Port Medway Comm. Hall, 7:30pm. Prizes and refreshments.

“Together in Song”

Jan. 23 Come & enjoy an evening of music & worship as we celebrate the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. This ecumenical service open to everyone takes place at 7pm, Milton Christian Church. Refreshments following.

La Leche League Meeting

Jan. 25 10am, Family Resource Center. We invite all women with an interest in breastfeeding to attend. Meetings are child friendly. Call Natalie 354-4103.

TGIF

Jan. 25 at RCL Branch 38, Liverpool, 4-6pm. $5 p/p. Everyone welcome.

Saturday Night Dance

Jan. 26 at RCL Branch 38, Liverpool, 9-1am. Music by Gary Young & EZ Listening. $5 p/p. Hosted by the Ladies Aux. Members & guests welcome.

Flea Market

Jan. 27 at Liverpool Fire Hall, 1-3pm. Admission .50. Tables call Becky 354-4310. Canteen facilities available.

Seminar

Jan. 29 Personal Finances with George Cook & Sons. RRSP’s, taxes, budgeting, preparing for job loss & investments, 7pm. Open to everyone, no charge to attend. Held at Church of Jesus Christ of LDS, 180 White Point Rd. Refreshments to follow.

RECREATION REPORT

Are you interested in Landbased Fitness classes in Queens County?

The Region of Queens Municipality's Recreation Dept. is seeking community feedback regarding the need for fitness classes in our community. Please contact the Rec. Dept. if you are interested in fitness classes and the types of classes you would be interested in taking part. Information may be sent by email: hcook@regionofqueens.com, by phone: 354-5741 or by mail: P. O. Box 1264, Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0

Calling All Fitness Instructors

The Region of Queens Municipality's Recreation Department is currently compiling a directory of fitness instructors in our community. Information including contact information, credentials and types of classes that instructors can offer, as well as if the classes are currently being offered; this will be compiled into a directory to field questions from the community. Be sure to be included! Information may be sent by email: hcook@regionofqueens.com, by phone: 354-5741 or by mail: P. O. Box 1264, Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0

Nominate an outstanding volunteer for an outstanding award!

Human Resources and Social Development Canada is accepting nominations for the 2008 Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award. The award is presented annually to two Canadians, one man and one woman. It recognizes volunteers from communities across Canada. Award recipients are individuals whose social commitment and persistent efforts have contributed significantly to the advancement of a social cause and the well-being of their fellow Canadians. The deadline for nominations is Feb. 1, 2008. To learn more about the award and to download nomination forms, please visit www.hrsdc.gc.ca

Free Noon Hour Skating for Adults, Liverpool

Strap on your skates and have an hour of fun skating at Queens Memorial Arena on Old Bridge Street in Liverpool! Noon Hour Skating for Adults is back, sponsored by the Region of Queens Municipality. Adults aged 17 and up can skate from 12 noon - 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays until March 29. This is a popular fitness activity for adults in Queens, and a lot of fun, too! In the event of inclement weather, please contact the Recreation Dept. for cancellation notices.

Become a Fitness Instructor

Do you want to get fit, find wellness and inspire others in your community? What better way than to become a certified fitness instructor educated by the Nova Scotia Fitness Association (NSFA). The South Shore needs fitness leaders and the NSFA will bring the course to you! The educational path to becoming a fitness instructor begins with Fitness Theory. In this 24-hour module, you will learn about basic nutrition, the musculo-skeletal system, exercise physiology, anatomy, conditioning principles, legal liability, safety, et cetera. Fitness Theory is the pre-requisite course to other modules (such as Group Fitness Leader, Older Adult Fitness Leader, Aqua Fitness Leader, etc.). For more information, and to register, please contact the NSFA office by mailing Diane Bellefontaine at diane@nsfa.info or call 902-425-1128, ext. 224. This 24-hour course will be held at Bridgewater High School on Feb. 7 (4:30 - 9:30 p.m.), Feb. 9 (9 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Feb. 21 (4:30 - 9:30 p.m.) and Feb. 28 (4 - 10 p.m.), and will cost $171 (includes tax and a course manual).

Red Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course (Age 15+)

This certification course is a pre-requisite to the Red Cross WSI course and covers: instructional skills including teaching methods, learning styles, progressions, communication, safety supervision and feedback. Certified AWSI can co-teach the Red Cross Swim programs under the supervision of a fully certified WSI. This is a 30-hour course, with an additional eight hours practice teaching. Please call our office at 543-2274 or email us at recreation@bridgwater.ca and leave your name, phone number, mailing, and email address if you are interested in taking this course in the spring.

Water Safety Instructor (Age 16+)

This course develops instructional ability by focusing on how to apply the information learned in the Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course. Candidates will learn how to effectively plan and teach the Red Cross Swim Program (i.e. preschool, swim kids, and aquaadults). This is a 25-hour course, with 12 hours additional teaching experience. Upon successful completion, candidates are certified as WSI. Please call 902-543-2274 or email recreation@bridgewater.ca and leave your name, phone number, mailing and email address if you are interested in taking this course in the spring.

Bronze Medallion & CPR "B"

Participants must be age 13 by the exam or have a bronze star. If you want to become a lifeguard, this is the first course you must take. Course covers endurance swimming and technique, basic first aid, self-rescue and rescue skills. Please bring proof of Bronze Star or proof of age when registering. Instructor: Jilien Beaton. Dates: Sat. Jan. 19 9 a.m.-11 a.m. at the Bridgewater Wandlyn Inn; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Bridgewater Town Office; Thurs. Jan. 24 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. White Point Beach Resort; Tues. Feb. 5 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. White Point Beach Resort; Thurs. Feb. 7 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. White Point Beach Resort; and Sun. Feb. 10 12 noon-3 p.m. Review & Exam White Point Beach Resort. Fee: $75. Contact Bridgewater Parks, Recreation and Culture Department at 902-543-2274.

Bronze Cross

Participants must have Bronze Medallion. Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training. This is the pre-requisite for the National Lifeguard Course. Please bring proof of Bronze Medallion and CPR-B when registering. Instructor Jilien Beaton. Dates: Sat. Feb 16, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Bridgewater Wandlyn Inn; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Bridgewater Town Office; Tues. Feb. 19 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. White Point Beach Resort; Thurs. Feb. 21 5:30 p.m.- 9:30-p.m. White Point Beach Resort; Thurs. Feb. 28 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. White Point Beach Resort; and Sun. March 2 12 noon-3 p.m. Review & Exam White Point Beach Resort. Fee: $75. Contact Bridgewater Parks, Recreation and Culture Department at 902-543-2274.

National Lifeguard Service (Pool Option) & Standard First Aid & CPR (BLSC) (Age 16+)

The recognized standard of lifeguard performance in Canada. Participants will learn lifeguarding and emergency care techniques and principles for a pool environment. Participants must have Bronze Cross and be 16 years of age by exam date. Proof of Bronze Cross and age is required at registration. Participants must attend all classes. To obtain the above awards, a first aid written and practical and NLS written and practical exam must be passed. Standard first aid and CPR will be taught the first 16 hours of the course. Refunds will be issued prior to March 21. Instructor: Krista Elvidge. Dates: Fri. March 28 5-10 p.m.; Sat. March 29 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. March 30 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. April 4 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; and Sat. April 5 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at emOcean Spa & Lunenburg Academy. Review & Exam Date: TBA. Fee: $160. Contact Bridgewater Parks, Recreation and Culture Department at 902-543-2274.