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Elected March 1, 2008
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December 13 Last Market of the YearThis week’s market blog is submitted by Rhona O’Hara. Connie and Jim Campbell are visiting their daughter Heather and her family in Calgary. Many thanks to Connie for all her work each week in keeping our market and TCA events current. Thanks to Susan Young also for her great photos this week. Saturday, December 12th, 2009 was the 26th market of our seventh season and the finale of a very successful year! We had such a large crowd that people found it hard to find a parking spot. Thanks to Danny Ross for plowing the parking areas. A scrumptious breakfast at $6 –a plate was served up by hosts Caroline and Randy Urquhart and their daughters. The proceeds went toward medical expenses for their daughter Mallory who must travel to Halifax periodically. At the December 5th market, Judy and Wavell Underhill hosted an equally successful breakfast to benefit the Evan Underhill Scholarship fund. The spirit of Christmas was really present at both breakfasts as these two families, along with friends and relatives, combined to help one another do a terrific job at both markets. Dwane Drost shared the stage with Nashwaak Harmony to entertain us with lovely Christmas songs. The music does so much to enhance the mood at the market. So thanks Dwane, Rick Morehouse, Keith Munn, Joan O’Hara, Mary Hay, Donna Breau and Judy Canney. Some of the Urquhart Family Elves treated folks at the market to a candy cane and asked them about their Christmas wishes. Besides lots of wishes for Christmas cheer we also heard: ‘Wishing everyone ‘time’ to enjoy those they love, strength to endure life’s challenges and good health in 2010” – Wendy Dorcas “Peace and everyone has enough food in all the world. That we will have a new roof on the market building in 2010.” – Lee Isaacson “I wish everyone to take a moment and smile every day, be healthy and have fun.” – Rita McCarthy Market Drawing Winners: The $100 number board was won by Brenna McNeil, whose grandmother, Marilyn Evans, bought the ticket. Marilyn must have Christmas magic as she also bought the winning ticket in last week’s turkey draw in her mother’s name – Faye Stewart! This week’s turkey was won by Edith Peacock. Other winners include: Ethel Douglass won the cone tree and candle holder, Florence Douglass won the baby photo book and Allan Wilson won the large coffee mug. The main event was the drawing for our annual raffle – this year a beautiful wood-turned urn donated by Brian Dunphy. Brian drew the winning ticket for Eliona Young. The TCA sold $805 dollars worth of tickets throughout the market season and sends many thank to Brian for his gift and support. Many thanks also to those who manned the ticket table throughout the year, especially Lee Isaacson. Not only was she there most of the time, but nobody can sell tickets like Lee! Other thanks go to Allan & Lucinda Wilson who donated 12 Christmas trees for sale at the last two markets. The proceeds go toward a much needed new auditorium floor. There are 4 left - from $15- $20 – if you would like one call Gary English at 367-3244. Our ‘sharp with the pencil’ market treasurer, Rita McCarthy, notes that we made $1000 from the yard sale room this season. Thanks to all who donated the items and to the volunteers who arranged it and managed it every week! As market chair person for 2009, I want to extend my sincere thanks to the loyal market vendors who participate each week. Without them, there would be no market. I also want to thank the many, many people who volunteered their time and energy to do all the little jobs that make our market so successful. It’s a great feeling to see the outcome of people working together and having fun doing it. To each and every one, a giant thank you from the TCA market. Have a Merry Christmas and we’ll be back in the New Year, 2010. Rhona O’Hara
December 06 Purple Piano Cafe and Olympic Torch updatesA note to the TCA from Patrick Frigault, Taymouth Olympic Torch bearer from Toronto:
Hi
It is myself who owes you (TCA) thanks. Reading the news letter (TCA blog) let me relive that moment again and again. All i can say is wow you really outdid yourself and put on a great morning. I shall never forget it. So many feelings and emotions I felt that day it truly was like a roller coaster ride with nothing but great feelings. I have so many great pictures and friends and family say how proud i looked, which of course is very true. Proud to be Canadian and proud to share that moment with the beautiful people of Taymouth New Brunswick. To anybody I tell this story and not only will they hear my tale of running with the torch but also about the best place in Canada, Taymouth. Thank you, Thank you Thank you. Patrick Frigault Update from Barb Flinn, Olympic Torch in Taymouth organizer.
(On the TCA Blog ) last week, I forgot to say thank you to the Edney girls: Vera, Ruth and Viola for putting together many pictures of the their brother, the late Fred Edney; giving everyone a chance to see how successful he was in wheel chair sports. And many thanks to Jean Burgess who always would give me a pat on the shoulder, a wink with her eye and her words of encouragement. This was her way of letting me know that all the planning for the Olympic Torch would turn out to be a good thing for the Community.
Capacity Crowd Enjoys Purple Piano Café Saturday, November 28th saw a capacity crowd attend the Kitchen Café Edition of the Purple Piano Café. Patrons enjoyed a selection of appetizers and punch as they mingled with friends and neighbors. The meal, catered by Melanie Douglass and staff, was a yummy turkey dinner with all the fixin’s, followed by a Pumpkin Gingerbread cake with caramel sauce and whipped cream. You might want to find that recipe! Thanks to Melanie and her team for their contribution to our evening! With tummies full, we settled in for a musical evening presented by six very generous local musicians. The idea started with Rick Morehouse, who talked to Jim Emberger, who recruited Genevieve MacRae. The plan was to donate their time and talents as a fundraiser for the Community Center. Then Dwane Drost, Jim Fraser and Marty Hawkes joined the group. Rehearsals ensued. Each of these folks is very talented individuals and together they sounded terrific. The numbers ran from classic rock and roll like Wake Up Little Susie and Run Around Sue, through vintage country hits like Folsom Prison and Charlie’s Shoes. We had a little Bob Dylan, a touch of Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah, one of my favorites) and even a Serena Ryder tune. Nice job Genevieve. Another treat was some toe tapping fiddle music from Jim Fraser and Dwane Drost. The audience enjoyed every tune and after two full sets, requested an encore. There was a little “deer in the headlights” look from the musicians – they hadn’t rehearsed an encore! In true kitchen party tradition they came up with four more tunes. Great job guys and gal! Thank you as well to Marie Morehouse who was the sound tech for the evening and to Ene Vähi for adding the festive touches to the room. A big thank you to Jim Emberger for pulling the evening together and to everyone who bought tickets – we appreciate your support.
Sandra E. Nov.29, 2009
Market News by Connie Campbell What a crowd!! Thank you to everyone who came out to the Breakfast/Market on Saturday. We had 28 vendors (both upstairs and down) most of them, plus a few new ones will be back next week to make 30 vendors. That's quite a variety. This week Judy and Wavell Underhill and family (and friends) did a fantastic job on the breakfast raising funds for the Evan Underhill Scholarship foundation. Judy told me it was quite a success. And speaking of friends, Randy and Caroline Urquhart helped the Underhill's out in the kitchen this week. On December 12th, Randy and Caroline will be providing breakfast and raising funds for the many trips that their daughter Mallory will make to the IWK in Halifax. Proceeds from the breakfast will offset travel expenses. Judy and Wavell and family will be helping out the Urquhart's next week. This is what a small community is all about. Sticking together and helping each other out. Sharon Randall won the free $5.00 market voucher and the weekly raffles were won by Wally Ellis who will receive the dark blue pine cone tree donated by Jean Burgess. Faye Stewart was the winner of the turkey donated by the TCA. Thanks to our generous donors and congratulations to our lucky winners. A huge THANK YOU goes Alan and Lucilla Wilson who donated a bunch of Christmas Trees to the TCA for sale. They'll be in the outside market area next week during market hours. All proceeds go to the TCA. They also made and donated the huge wreath that dons the front of the Community Centre. Your continued support is greatly appreciated by all. The Savoyard singers from Fredericton graced our stage and sang their hearts out with several familiar Christmas tunes. Thank you so much! Next week, the $100.00 Market Lottery will be drawn next week as soon as the last 26 squares are sold. Come and get your $2.00 square and you could walk home with $100.00 in cash! Our annual fundraiser will be drawn at 12:30. If you haven't purchased a ticket on the Wood turned item created by Brian Dunphy, next weekend is your last chance. Thank you to Brian for his generosity and support of the Taymouth Community Centre. Nashwaak Harmony and Dwane Drost will be entertaining us around 10ish so come one out to the last Taymouth Community Market of 2009 and join us for a fun filled Christmassy morning. November 29 Olympic Torch - An amazing experience - and market reportOlympic Torch in Taymouth by Connie Campbell A "once-in-a-life-time" experience enjoyed by approximately 500 people.....in our little place called Taymouth. Early in the morning, and still in the dark, this event brought friends, families, neighbours, school children from Stanley and Nashwaak Valley and their families and many people of all ages. Community spirit at its best! Runners Chris Edgett and Pat Frigault, dressed in their Olympic gear, were eager to carry the torch and light the flame. But before that, they were very generous and gracious about getting their picture taken with many enthusiastic participants. Muffins, hot chocolate, tea and coffee were enjoyed along with a delicious Olympic cake made by Lisa Bubar of Nashwaak Bridge. Mike Allen (Federal MP) and Kirk MacDonald (MLA York North) brought congratulations and best wishes to Taymouth from the Federal and Provincial Governments. Mike cut the cake for all to enjoy. Excitement ensued as everyone shuffled out of the building when the announcement was made that it was time to light the torch and begin the run. With flashing lights and loud speakers and a very enthusiastic crowd lined up along the road from the bridge at the corner to the Zionville Road, we cheered Chris on as he emerged from the dark with the Olympic Flame. Cameras were flashing, fans were cheering as Chris' torch met Pat Frigault's torch and the flame was passed to our second runner right in front of the Taymouth Community Centre. A very exciting moment in our history unfolded before our very eyes. Pat ran the next 300 meters carrying his torch very proudly. It's incredible to stop and think that this flame that illuminated the dark morning sky came all the way from Greece. The TCA was given the opportunity to purchase one of the torches and with the generosity of several residents; donations are being pledged to offset the costs. We are honoured to have this Olympic Torch on display at the TCC and hopefully, one of these days, we'll have a display case to house it. Barb Flinn and her committee (Sandra English and Ene Vähi) deserve the utmost recognition for organizing this event and making it one of the highlights in the history of the Taymouth Community Association. On Saturday morning at our Taymouth Market I asked several people to give me their thoughts on the Olympic Torch passing through Taymouth: Barb Flinn: "Having the Olympic Torch in Taymouth is an experience I won't soon forget. It was a lot of work but it was so worth it in the end. When I went outside and saw the crowd that had gathered I was completely overwhelmed and brought to tears. I thought it was good for all the young people to see that even though we live in the small community of Taymouth big things can happen here. When we went back inside I went up on the stage just to watch everyone having their pictures taken and talking with the torchbearers. It felt good knowing that everyone will have this memory for a lifetime and it happened right here in Taymouth. I hope when we all watch the flame open the Olympics in Vancouver we will remember our Olympic morning in Taymouth. I would like to thank everyone who came out for the event, those who made muffins, Melanie for directing traffic, and the candles, Luke for the video, Connie for pictures, ladies in the kitchen, Mike Allen and Kirk MacDonald for the Speech, Lisa for the Cake. Sandra for being my biggest Cheerleader who kept saying "this is big" (that kinda scared me) and Ene for helping decorate, and of course my son John who was responsible for the torch being in Taymouth. I hope everyone enjoyed this event as much I did." Sandra English: "Taymouth - New Brunswick - Canada - the torch ties us all together in a spirit of celebration. I was proud to carry the Canadian flag as we gathered to cheer on Chris Edgett who carried the Olympic torch through the center of Taymouth. We were amazed at the number of people who joined us from nearby communities so early on a Friday morning. It was my strongest feeling of patriotism ever! Go Canada!" Ene Vähi: Jean Burgess: "A highlight for me was when the Olympic runners Chris Edgett passed the torch to the TCA event coordinator, Barb. That moment and indeed the whole event linked our community to our country and the Olympic world. It linked the achievements and spirit of our wonderful Nashwaak valley athletes, past and present, to those of the 2010 Canadian Olympic teams. D’Arcy Hickey: (Age 7) "It was worth getting up early for the cake, but it was worth more than the cake!" Bailey Nickerson: (Age 4) "I felt happy because I like the fire when they lit the torch" Kady Urquhart: (Age 4)"I liked it when they put the torches together." Ruth and Jimmy Russell: "We were very impressed with the turnout for a small little place like Taymouth". Florence Douglass: "The lights in the dark morning showed up really nice. Louis Douglass: "I enjoyed seeing the torch" Shirley King: "It's a once-in-a-lifetime event for me. When the torches touched I became very emotional". Ethel Wall: "It was well worth getting up so early for" Brigette Ryan: (Age 9) "I thought it was "the best", especially the torch lighting". Amanda Douglass: "It was wonderful and it made us proud to be Canadians and Taymites" Marcy and Jim Emberger: "We came at 6:30, not so much for the torch but to support the community and all the work that Barb Flinn and her committee did and we wanted to be part of the event itself to make our Taymouth stronger". Jean Dougherty: It was a once-in-a-lifetime event for me. I'm so happy to be around and be involved. It was a wonderful experience for the community". Christmas Markets by Connie Campbell Lucky winner Claudia Coughlan-Dorcas from Nashwaak Bridge won one of the weekly raffle items - Santa Plates donated by the TCA. Darlene Brown from Stanley won the other raffle item which was a cute pine cone tree donated by Jean Burgess. Marion Grant won the free $5.00 market voucher. Congratulations to our winners and thank you to our generous donors. With our first Christmas market under our belts we're gearing up for Christmas Market number two next week. BREAKFAST will be underway at 8:30 - 11:30 and will be provided by Judy and Wavell Underhill and families. Proceeds will go to the Evan Underhill Scholarship Fund. At 11:00 join us as we listen to the sounds of the Savoyard Singers from Fredericton on our stage. Our raffle items will be a turkey and Pine Cone wreaths. We're expecting about 30 vendors upstairs and down so come along and enjoy the Christmas Market atmosphere, a free coffee and some entertainment. Shopping is also an option!  November 23 Olympic Torch, Seniors Nov 09 Tea, Market News and STU visitOLYMPIC TORCH coming to TAYMOUTH The Olympic Torch is on it's way and it will be in Taymouth Friday Nov. 27 at 7:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to the TCC between 6:30 and 7:00 a.m. to enjoy Muffins, Hot Chocolate and Coffee. Be sure to wear your Bright Red Mittens to keep your hands warm while waving your Olympic Flag. We will have on display a scrapbook of our very own Para Olympian the
late Fred Edney who traveled the world participating in several wheel chair sports. We will also be lighting our Community Christmas Tree and maybe even be singing some Christmas songs. So come out and enjoy this fun filled morning before heading to school or work. This might be a once in a life time event so you don't want to miss it.
November Seniors Tea by Barb Flinn We had a very enjoyable afternoon in our new warm kitchen at the Taymouth Community Kitchen. Thank you to Edward Parker for installing the thermometer. We had Mary and Pearl out from town for the afternoon. Mary brought along an old photo album that she had that belonged to Node and Bea Dodds (Alvin’s Mother and Father). She gave it to Faye who is Bruce Stewart’s daughter. Bruce was a sister to Bea so it is all in the family. In this album was a beautiful Post Card that Bruce mailed home from the War in 1917. It was unlike the post cards of today. It was beautifully embroidered in gold, red, blue and green. There were lots of great old photos; some were so old Faye didn’t know who some of them were and that is unusual for Fay. There was one photo of a CGIT Mother-Daughter banquet Mary told us a story of. During the war Harvey Studios had a special - if you had the name Mary or George (King & Queen of the day) you could have your photo taken for free, so of course Mary’s parents took advantage of this. But Mary said when they got the proofs she took them directly to Charlie MacFawn who she said was her best friend to choose the best picture. Charlie had a store where Jack Somerville used to live. Mary loved to go over to. Charlie’s to play school with the blackboard that he used to have on the veranda. Mary told us she has been going through some old letters that her brother Lloyd Bell mailed home from the War. Mary attended the Remembrance Day service at Pine Grove where Doug Stewart is a resident was honored for his years of service in Italy and France. It was noted by everyone how different things are with the present war going on. For example; families are able to keep in touch with the internet and through the media we can see things going on in other countries. When the soldiers come home there is so much help for them physically and emotionally as they return to a normal life. Back in the day when the soldiers returned they did not talk about what they went through. Sometimes just the sound of the train going by the house or the loud clap of thunder would frighten them. My how things have changed. Faye told us that Laura’s husband Joe Henry will be leaving for Afghanistan soon so we will all keep them in our thoughts and prayers for a safe return. Our topic was very fitting as the next day was Remembrance Day and I might add how wonderful it was to see so many people out to the service at the Legion. To end the afternoon we all enjoyed warm apple crisp and ice cream.
Market News by Connie Campbell The Christmas season is under way at the TCC where you'll find lots of crafts, wood working, wreaths, custom made jewellery, knitting, stained glass, pickles, jams and jellies, and baking. Lots and lots of baking such as peanut butter balls, trays of mixed sweets, gum drop cakes and shortbreak, mocha cake; mince, apple, and a variety of pies; lemon, eggnog, banana loaves, breads and rolls and treats of all kinds. It's the place to shop for Christmas presents, hostess gifts, your holiday baking and much more. Next weeks raffle are two hand crafted pine cone wreaths donated by Jean Burgess and the last two weekly raffles Dec 5th and 12th will be turkey's so come and get a ticket (3 for $1.00). Last weeks raffle was our final 50/50 and the lucky winner was Buchana Urquhart. Congratulations!
TCA News by Connie Campbell Representatives from the TCA (Sandra English and Connie Campbell) were invited to attend Sue Rickards' class at St. Thomas University where she is teaching an Adult Eduction course on Community Organizations for first year professional social work students. After introductions around the room and to audio students in remote locations (Miramichi, Moncton and Ontario) we were asked "what is your secret in making the Taymouth Community Centre such a success?". In a way we always knew we had something special going on in Taymouth but were unaware we were held in such regard as holding the secret to a successful community organization. With light dancing in our eyes we told them about our group of dedicated volunteers; explained events and activities and reminisced about our humble beginnings. We were happy to share copies of our recent newsletter and internet blog address and answer several questions. Surprisingly several of the students were already familiar with our market. One lady on the speaker from Miramichi expressed her delight in having our market to stop at on her way to Fredericton. Another student in the room said he comes to our market for the "breakfast sausage burgers". Another student who travels to Boiestown frequently for her work was happy to report that she is treated with food/baking from Taymouth market on a regular basis over there. When leaving the class that evening Sue encouraged us to "keep up the good work with whatever you're doing out there in Taymouth, because it's working". We will, Sue! Sandra and I both felt quite rejuvenated after having the chance to share our TCA experiences and realizing how lucky we are to have our Community Centre and all our dedicated volunteers. That's the secret you know! Note: Sue Rickards is Project Coordinator with NANY (Neighbours' Alliance of North York) and Adult Education facilitator STU. November 15 PURPLE PIANO CAFE - The Kitchen PartyOn Saturday, November 28th, the Purple Piano Cafe will present its final musical affair of 2009 – “The Kitchen Party Café.” This year’s finale will also be a fund-raiser, as a diverse group of musicians have agreed to donate their proceeds to the TCA. The musicians will all be familiar faces to Taymouth audiences, but they have never all performed together:
Dwane Drost, Jim Emberger, Jim Fraser, Genevieve MacRae, Rick Morehouse, Marty Hawkes.
Since the format will be ‘kitchen party’, we don’t know exactly what they’ll be playing, but it’s a safe bet to say there should be something for everyone and will include country, traditional, rock’n’roll, and some surprises.
This evening will begin at 5:30 with a half-hour of socializing while enjoying holiday punch and finger-foods (donated by members of the TCA). This was a popular feature at last year’s final Café. Folks just seem to like to hang out around a punch bowl, eat snacks and gab with their friends and neighbors. When we finally get everyone seated around 6:15, we’ll have a turkey dinner prepared by Melanie Douglass and her crew. Turkey, potatoes, dressing, veggies – the full turkey treatment – will be followed by pumpkin gingerbread with caramel sauce and whip cream for dessert!
At 7:30, the show begins. In case you just want to come for the music, this is when you should show up (but really, you don’t want to miss the pumpkin gingerbread, trust me.)
The cost for this evening of food and entertainment is $20 - $10 for music only. Reservations are required for dinner and can be made at:
Please leave your name, number of reservations and a phone number.
Reservations for dinner are limited, so plan now to usher in the start of the holiday season with a fun night with your friends and neighbors, while helping the TCA to provide us with all the great things it does for our community. We hope the whole evening will feel like a neighbor’s kitchen party – which, in fact, it is.
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This is what's going on at your Community Centre
Various items of interest
Events and activities happening in Taymouth
Upcoming events at your local Legion
What's going on in Stanley, Tay Creek, Cross Creek and surrounding areas
If you'd like to have your yard sale included in this section email me (Connie) at conjimca@nbnet.nb.ca
Regular Weekly events - subject to change without notice
These committees welcome new members and are open to suggestions and ideas. Check TCA Calendar for meeting dates
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