Oct. 2. from 3 to 7. The staff is planning a schedule of literary based event—check it out, and a few books at the same time.

MUSIC NIGHTS ARE BACK: That's right, Myrtle and Rosie's is bringing back the Friday night music event: open mike jam session,

starting Oct. 19 at 7. Dinner by reservation only at 5:30,

limited seating so reserve early: 467-0176.

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Issue 9 October 2012

BEAR RIVER FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE PREVENTION REPORT SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

During the month of August your volunteer fire de-partment responded to: Ambulance/Medical Assist: 1 Grass/Brush Fire: 2 Motor Vehicle Collision: 1 Causes of Fires in the Home: Carelessness causes most house fires. Does your home pass this checklist? Chimney Fire - can break out when too hot a fire is kindled in the furnace. Attic Fire - can start when an overheated chimney ignites materials stored in an attic. Fire Can Blaze Up in Paint Cans - if they are stored in warm basements. Fire From Hot Ashes - can flare up when they are stored in an improper container. Fire on a Workbench - can start if a connected sol-dering iron or wood burning tip is left ntended. Fire in a Closet - can begin when overloaded fuse box ignites clothes or rags. Fire in Waste Paper - can begin if trash is stored carelessly in a basement. Fire from Poor Wiring - in an appliance or wall can quickly spread to nearby curtains. Fire in a Chair - can start when a careless smoker drops hot ashes. Flashback Fire - starts when cleaning fluid fumes from a sink reach the furnace. Closet Fires - can start when spontaneous combus-tion sets rags or mops on fire. Fire in a Grease pan or Deep Fryer - on a stove can ignite nearby curtains. Fire in a Wastebasket - can flare up if hot cigarette ashes are emptied into it. Curtains or Furniture Can be Set Ablaze - by a child playing with matches. Fire in Bedding - can happen when a careless smoker falls asleep in bed.

LEGION NEWS Lots of things going on at the Bear River Legion Branch 22 these days! October 11, you will want to get there early for the

JOHNNY CASH TOUR performed by two of Canada's most requested artists: Gary Kehoe & Sarek Henke Advance tickets - $12,

$15.00 at the door. Tickets are available at the Legion.

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TOPS/KOPS Thursday Evenings 6 to 7:00 pm

Bear River Fire Hall Entrance 911 door.. for More Info Call Donna Peck 467-3632

ALL WELCOME....

Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 5 to 6:30 join with friends for a HAM AND SCALLOPED POTATO SUPPER, tea/coffee and dessert

for just $10, children under 12, $8.00. Get those Halloween costumes dusted off for the

fabulous HALLOWEEN DANCE on Sat. Oct. 27 with a Live band. Boogie down from 9 to 1. Members and guests in costume, just $8...those in real clothes, $10. Hurray for the Legion: Those CARD PARTIES are back

on the social calendar; with the Legion hosting every Monday evening at 7 in the ladies's lounge. For more information call 467-3695. Tuesday evenings the guys move over and let the

pool tables to the ladies for LADIES ONLY 8 BALL POOL. Regular 8 ball—Wed. & Sat. at 8, Senior's pool—Thurs. afternoons at 1:30 9 ball pool is still every Friday at 8. If you prefer DARTS, don't worry. Every Thursday at 7:30 is dart night. . . . And if you don't want to play anything but just have a good time with your friends, that's okay too. - The GENERAL MEETINGS resume the 3rd Thursday evening of the month. All members are encour-aged to attend and be part of the team! THE LEGION LADIES' AUX. is busy planning their

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Saturday Nov. 17, from 9:30 to 2:30.

Their famous seafood chowder lunch will be served anytime after 11, and those

who aren't chowder lovers can choose from lasagna, and hotdogs. Interested in having

a table? Just $10 will put you in place. Call Donna: 467-3332, or Theresa,: 467-3930.

THE BEAR RIVER RECREATION MILLYARD is Closing up for another season, but don’t worry… they’ll be back next year with even more fun things on the calendar! There were no fish caught for the second time at the annual Bear River bass tournament in September, but Fred Wilson, co-organizer, says it didn't matter because everyone had a good old time anyway! See photos at www.bearrivernovascotia.com

Alas, there is no more BOOKMOBILE, but wait! Don't Despair! The Oakdene Center is the new location for readers to meet the friendly bookmobile staff and pick up a new reading supply, starting on Tuesday,

Brian (B.J.) Trimper & son win the $1000 prize for biggest bass in the Bear River Millyard Recreation bass Contest. 36 pounds! Congratulations!

1.BIRTHDAYS Stan Jacques, Oct. 4, Ross Potter, Oct. 4, Johnny Wright, Oct. 6 Todd Sloan, Oct. 7, Linda Leblanc , Oct 15 Angela McMullen, Oct. 15, Mrs. Terry Leonard, Oct. 18, Glen Rice, Oct. 23, Noelle Lucas, Oct. 28. Joan Smith turns 66 on Oct. 30 Special birthday to Rita Hearn who turned 91 on Oct.1. SOCIAL NEWS Sharon Trueman enjoyed a fabulous

trip to Newfoundland to celebrate her 2nd anniversary.

John and Linda McSweeny took a long trip around Cape Breton even going all the way to Meat Cove.They think the scenery is spectacular!

Sheila Cassidy and Joyce Peck have returned from a 10 day trip around the UK, visiting Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales, England & Scotland. Phew. They loved it all – except the cuisine.

Zoe Onysko and Jeff Knorek had a super time entertaining Zoe's brother and sister-in-law from On-tario, for a week in early Septem-ber.

Catherine Sherwood is back in town after a great trip to Ontario.

Kevin and Carrie have returned to Min-nesota after a couple of months liv-ing the good life in Bear River.

Diane and Joe Galvin enjoyed a brief trip back to Bear River from their home in Rhode Island.

Diane and Noel Lalonde took a vaca-tion! They enjoyed some time in the big city and the scenery of the

South Shore. Francois Bellefontaine spent a week with

his sister in Lawrencetown (Hfx. County).

Dove Ballon and Alan Dale have flown off into the wild blue yonder for an-other year.

A wonderful event was held at the Anna-polis Highlands Winery in mid Septem-ber with fantastic food, tours, prizes, music and not to mention, wine.

Melvin Cress turned 65 at the beginning of September and is anticipating his first old age pension cheque.

Dorothy Isles enjoyed a visit from her daughter, Carol Denton and husband Barry of Ontario.

Pat and Verner Gamborg enjoyed a visit from their daughter and her family.

On Sept. 23, the B.R. United Baptist Church held an induction service for pastor Earl Waterman. His son, Na-than was the guest speaker.

Lucy and Brian Muzkie are back in Bear River.

Get well wishes to Diane Milbury and Ralph Jefferson.

Having completed chemotherapy, Karen Mansfield is awaiting surgery at the end of the month and making the most of having her appetite back! She makes a brief trip to Sask. in the meantime.

An absolutely wonderful dinner party was hosted by Barry and Sheila Cassidy for their friends to say so long to an-other summer as the snowbirds pre-pare to fly south.

It was great to see Jill and Brian Chap-man back in town for a bit.

Flora Doehler took some time out from her busy summer to travel to Brier Island for a week where she got to stay in a

hostel for the first time and do some painting with some other artists.

Sue Friend and George Sloane recently hosted a gazebo warming event.

Cedar Waterman celebrated her 9th birthday with a party and sleep-over, and enjoys being big.

Michael Sampson continues his adven-tures in London. Recently while work-ing as a waiter at a high end fashion show, he was given the task of keep-ing super model, Kate Moss's wine glass filled. And no, he didn't ask her about Johnny Depp. Soon to be a movie????

CONGRATULATIONS: to Heather and Michael Charlton

who celebrate their 15th anniversary on Oct 11.

Dave and Stephanie Ramsey who cele-brate their 7th anniversary on Oct. 6.

Zoe and Jeff Knorek-Onysko who cele-brate their 10th anniversary Oct 25.

CONDOLENCES to: The family and friends of Carl Golding, Harry Ellis, Mitchell Isles, & Tom Mowry who passed away in September. Condolences to Rebecca (Bradley) Peck on the recent loss of her father.

BOARD OF TRADE NEWS: The Fall For Bear River event that Rick Jacques promised did not take place. Since the Board of Trade became a closed society by restricting membership and having only quarterly meetings, it seems like absolutely nothing is being done by the organization. For all the news visit www.thebearrivertides.com

October is the month for Municipal elec-tions. If you liked what has been done for Bear River in the past 4 years, vote for Reg Ritchie. If you think something needs to be done, try someone else. . . Whatever you do, get out and vote!!

But get out and vote!

REGULAR MEETINGS AND EVENTS

BREDS: The Bear River Economic Development So-ciety meets the first Wed. each month at 7:30. at the Legion. All welcome!

BEAR RIVER AND AREA CLINIC: BOARD meets first Tuesday each month at 7:00. New Members needed.

LEGION LADIES' AUX: 1st Thurs. each month in Aux room at Legion at 7:30—Card Par-ties Monday evenings at 7 p.m.

POOL AT THE LEGION: FRIDAYS , SAT. TUES AT

8PM AND THURSDAY @1./SENIORS

BEAR RIVER BOARD OF TRADE MEETINGS:- 3rd Monday each month at 7:30 pm at the Fire Hall. All Welcome.

TOPS, Thursday nights: at the Fire Hall— 6 to 7—Everyone welcome.

Bear River New Horizons is open every Tues-day 1—4 for tea and a chat!!

Submissions for inclusion to the Tides must be received by the 15th of the month. Call 467 0268 or Email: havefun@bellaliant.net

Anne Fraser and Mistletoe enjoy the Sunday Farmer's Market.