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Community Bulletin Communautaire
Région Tignish-Palmer Road area
Tél.: (902) 882-0475
Téléc.: (902) 882-0482
Tél: 882-0475
Fax: 882-0482
TIGNISH FISHERIES
CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION
LTD.
Owned and Operated by
“Member owned and controlled”
Tignish
882-2303
Société Saint-Thomas Aq uin
Comité régional Rév.-S.-É. Perrey
119 ch DeBlois, Tignish (Î.-P.-É.)
C0B 2B0
Member Fishermen
Ph: (902) 882-2050
Fax: (902) 882-2846
Judes Point
Tignish
Co-Operative
Association Ltd.
Owned and Operated by
‘The people of West Prince’
882-2020
The above major community sponsors are greatly appreciated.
Les commanditaires mentionnés ci-haut sont grandement appréciés.
7 décembre 2008 / December 7, 2008
CAISSE POPULAIRE DE TIGNISH
Comme rapporté à notre réunion annuelle, votre caisse populaire a eu une très bonne année en 2007-2008. Cette année
est résultat du excellent support de vous, les propriétaires. De plus du 3% de dividende sur les parts, nous avons payé
un intérêt dépargne bonis de 15.5% sur des dépôts à terme, dépôt régulier et RÉER. Nous avons aussi payé un rabais
d’intérêt de prêt de 5.5% sur les prêts. En total, plus que 1.1$ millions était repayé à vous. Nous vous remercions de
votre support, et comme toujours, promis que n’importe quel gains sera retourné à vous comme propriétaire.
TIGNISH CREDIT UNION
As reported at our Annual Meeting, your Credit Union had a very successful year in 2007-2008. This came as a result
of the excellent support from you, our owners. Over and above the 3% dividend on shares, we have paid a savings
interest bonus of 15.5% on term deposits, regular deposits and RRSP’s. We have also paid a loan interest rebate of 5.5%
on loans. In total, more than $1.1 million was paid back to you. We thank you for your support and, as always, promise
that any extra earnings will be returned to you as owners.
S.V.P. NOTER - BULLETIN COMMUNAUTAIRE
Il n’y aura pas de Bulletin Communautaire pour les semaines du 28 décembre et 4 janvier. Nous regrettons toutes
inconvénience. Nous aimerions prendre cette opportunité pour vous remerciez pour votre support durant l’année.
PLEASE NOTE - COMMUNITY BULLETIN
There will be NO Community Bulletin for the weeks of December 28th and January 4th. We apologize for any
inconvenience. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support over the past year.
ROAST BEEF DINNER - PALMER ROAD KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Roast Beef Dinner on Sunday, December 7th beginning at 12:00 noon. Dinner consists of roast beef with all the
trimmings, dessert and tea/coffee. Cost: Adults $8.00 and children $4.00. Proceeds for up-keep of the Hall.
TIGNISH ROCK ‘N ROLLING CHRISTMAS PARADE
This is sure to be the BIGGEST and BEST Christmas Parade of the century, Sunday, December 7th at 5:00 p.m. The
Parade route: begins at the Liquor Store to Judy’s Canteen. Featuring a visit from Santa Claus!
TIGNISH CHILDREN’S WISH CHRISTMAS CAKE SALE
Would you like to take a break from baking your Christmas cakes this year and buy them instead? Come out to the
Tignish Co-op Link on Monday, December 8th 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Lots of homemade cakes to choose from...
light or dark fruitcake, gumdrop cake, coffee cake, etc. All proceeds from this sale will go to the Tignish Children’s Wish.
IT’S A BRIDGE PARTY!!
The Montrose Bridge is OPEN!! Join us on Tuesday, December 9th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., as we are having a
Party at Bonnie’s Boutique to Celebrate. Join us for 3 hours of fun! There will be: an in-store Fashion Show; live
Mannequins in the window; food & drinks; specials and gift give-aways all evening. Cross the BRIDGE and join us! We
are now open: Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday closed. Have a
Merry Christmas!
TIGNISH DRAMA CLUB
Three act Play on Saturday, December 20th at 8:15 p.m. and Sunday, December 21st at 2:00 p.m. at the Tignish Parish
Centre.
ST. LOUIS COMMUNITY CENTRE
Please reserve Thursday, December 11th at 7:30 p.m. for a night of Christmas Carolling at the St. Louis Community
Centre with Dale, Faye and friends. Admission $5.00. 50/50 and a light lunch.
TIGNISH HEALTH COOPERATIVE
Dr. Sethi will be away from his office from Thursday, December 25th, 2008 to January 2nd, 2009. He will be back in his
office on Monday, January 5th, 2009.
PANTRY SALE
The Golden Slipper Friends of the Tignish Seniors Home will be hosting a Pantry Sale on Friday, December 12th at the
Link (Tignish Co-op). Anyone interested in donating baked goods can do so by dropping items off at the Link that
morning. Thanking everyone in advance for your help and generosity.
THE TRUTH ABOUT CHRISTMAS
A Night of Stories & Songs to Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas - Join internationally-known storyteller and humourist Nils
Ling, multiple ECMA nominee singer/musician Gordon Belsher, fiddler Allison Ling Giggey and multi-instrumentalist Todd
MacLean for a show that brings out the laughter, fun and warmth of the holiday season! Tignish Parish Centre on Friday,
December 19th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets $12 for adults, $10 for seniors/students. Available at the Parish Office or at the
door. Call 882-2049 for more information.
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, BRANCH #6, TIGNISH
Breakfast - Every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Everyone welcome!
December 7th Come out and enjoy Breakfast with Santa Claus 8:30 - 12:30 at the Branch.
December 8th Bingo 7:15 start.
December 11th General Meeting 8:00 p.m.
December 12th Karaoke 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
December 13th Santa Claus at Branch from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
December 20th Dance with “Rock Bottom” $5.00 admission 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
December 31st New Year’s Eve Dance - Music with “Faces”. Advance tickets at Branch by December 19th.
January 1st 2009 New Year’s Levy.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY
ATTENTION Kids ages 5 to 9! There will be a Christmas Party on Friday, December 12th at 6:00 p.m. at the Tignish
Public Library. There will be storytime, crafts and snacks. Come on out for a FREE evening full of fun activities!
ST. FELIX GOLF NEWS
With the holiday season coming, the St. Felix Golf & Country Club has gift certificates available for green fees,
memberships and 10 round packages at 2008 prices. We also have gloves and a new supply of drivers, putters, woods
and irons at very reasonable prices. Call 882-2328.
UPGRADE YOUR EDUCATION THIS WINTER
Adult education classes to upgrade and work towards your G.E.D. diploma starting at Tignish Dalton Centre from January
5th to April 24th (daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.). Open to all adults 18 years and over who have been out of the regular
school system for at least one year. No cost to you. To apply, call 853-3511 now to be ready to start in January, 2009.
For more information, call Gerth Jones (instructor) at 882-2675 anytime. AfterJanuary 5th call 882-3950 or come to the
Dalton Centre to fill out an application. High school credits also available at Holland College Westisle Centre, call Tammy
Arsenault at 853-3511. Sponsored by Holland College.
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SHADOW SHAPER GYM
Christmas Special... Nov. 25th to Dec. 25th: 3 month membership for $99.00 available to new members and
renewals.
Looking for a gift for someone? Why not a Gift Certificate from Shadow Shaper Gym. Gift Certificates can be
bought at Bonnie’s Boutique in Alberton or call Bonnie at at 882-2665 (gym); 853-3742 (store); 853-7637 (cell).
BILLETS EN VENTRE - CHUCK & ALBERT
Cherchez-vous un beau cadeau de Noël à offrir? Venez au Centre acadien vous procurer des billets pour le spectacle
de Chuck & Albert le dimanche 8 février. Les billets sont: Adultes 15$; étudiants 10$; et préscholaire gratuit. Prix de
famille 45$. Fricot inclus. Info.: www.seperrey.org ou 882-0475, ext. #2.
TICKETS FOR SALE - CHUCK & ALBERT
Are you looking for a great Christmas gift for a special someone? Drop by le Centre acadien de Prince-Ouest to purchase
tickets for the Show on Sunday, February 8th. Tickets: Adults $15.00; students $10.00; and pre-schoolers free; Family
price $45.00. Fricot included in ticket price. Info: www.seperrey.org or call 882-0475, ext. #2.
COMMUNITY SCHOOL
M.E. Callaghan Community School will have these NEW courses this year: bass guitar, square dancing and jam sessions.
Courses starting January 6th until March 11th, 2009. Watch for our flyer coming this month. Bring a friend; make a
friend.
FRIENDS OF TIGNISH HERITAGE INN ANNUAL “2008 CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOUR”
“2008 Christmas House Tour” will be held on Sunday, December 14th. Tickets are $10.00 each and available at Antrim
Sisters beginning Monday, December 1st. Lunch available at the Inn following the Tour. Homes on Tour: Sharon & Leo
Doyle; Debbie (Arsenault) Van Buskirk & Greg Van Buskirk; Melissa Pitre; Michelle & Joe MacDonald; Bernie & Jim
Cobham; Carol Ann & Michael Gaudette; Bonnie & Kenneth Gaudet.
NOËL DE CHEZ NOUS AU MUSÉE ACADIEN
Le public est invité au “Noël de chez nous” au Musée acadien, à Miscouche, le dimanche 7 décembre à 14h. Le
programme comprendra la chorale de Mont-Carmel suivie par des airs de violon et des par de gigue. Le public sera
ensuite invité à chanter des chants de Noël. C’est aussi une occasion de visiter l’exposition “La Déportation des Acadiens
de l’Île Saint-Jean”. Cette exposition se termine le 31 décembre. Un “réveillon” suivra. Entrée gratuite; dons appréciés.
AN ACADIAN CHRISTMAS AT THE ACADIAN MUSEUM
The public is invited to “An Acadian Christmas” at the Acadian Museum, in Miscouche, on Sunday, December 7th at
2:00 p.m. The program will include the Mont-Carmel Choir followed by some fiddling and step-dancing. The audience
will then be invited to join in a Christmas carolling. This is also an opportunity to visit the exhibition “The Deportation of
the Acadians of Île Saint-Jean”. This exhibition closes on December 31st. A “réveillon” of festive foods will be served.
Free admission; donations appreciated.
NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE
There will be a New Year’s Eve Dance at the Palmer Road Community Centre. Music by “Seldom Seen”, party favors
and snacks. Admission is $15.00 per person. More information to come.
GAGNANTE DU 50/50
La gagnante du tirage 50/50 fait durant le Brunch dimanche dernier au Centre acadien de Prince-Ouest fut Madame
Auldine Boudreault. Félicitations!
50/50 WINNER
The winner of the 50/50 draw held during the Brunch at Le Centre acadien de Prince-Ouest last Sunday was Mrs. Auldine
Boudreault. Congratulations!
CAREER BRIDGES
The next Career Bridges Program (a vocational assessment and career planning program) will begin in O’Leary on
Monday, January 5th. The deadline is December 15th. For more information, please phone 859-2039. Funding
assistance may be available to eligible individuals. Funding by the Canada/P.E.I. Market Agreement.
ST. LOUIS T.O.P.S.
St. Louis TOPS meets every Monday at the St. Louis Community Hall. Weigh-in is from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. and our
meeting is from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. Like to see old members returning and new members are always welcomed!
GROUPE DE JEUX “CAP ENFANTS”
Groupe de jeux en français pour les jeunes de 0 à 6 ans, accompagnés d’un adulte. Les jeux auront lieu au Centre l’Arc-en-ciel, où
l’apprentissage en français est amusant pour les jeunes et leurs parents. Le groupe de jeux a lieu chaque lundi de 10:00 à midi
et inclu l’heure du conte, arts, thème spécial et collation. GRATUIT! Venez faire un tour! Pour d’info., contacter Nicole au 882-0479.
GROUPE DE JEUX “CAP ENFANTS”
French Play Group for children aged 0 to 6 years, accompanied by an adult, located at the Centre l’Arc-en-ciel, where learning in
French is fun for both the children and their parents. Playtime is every Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and includes story
time, crafts, special themes and snacks also provided. FREE! Please just drop in! For more info., call Nicole at 882-0479.
THANK YOU
The Palmer Road C.W.L. would like to thank everyone who bought tickets on the lottery for the Christmas basket. The
first prize winner was Carl Ellsworth; second prize was Lorraine Gallant; and third prize was Jason Arsenault.
THANK YOU
We would like to thank all our family and friends who made our 50th Wedding Anniversary a wonderful celebration!
Mae & Eddie LeClair
THANK YOU
I would like to thank everyone who came to my 95th Birthday for all the cards and gifts. I would also like to thank our
entertainment for the evening, Bruce and Robert Jones. A big thank you to all my family and friends. God bless you!
Esther Doyle
THANK YOU
We, the family of the late David Dickie, wish to express our thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours for your support
during our time of sorrow. Thank you to all who visited the funeral home and to those who attended the funeral service.
Thanks to Father Art, the organist, musicians and choir, pallbearers, flower bearers, readers and mass servers. Finally,
a special thank you to those who brought food to our home and prepared the meal after the funeral mass and to those
who opened and closed the grave. Your thoughtfulness and support was much appreciated. God bless each of you!
Alma & Family, the Butler & Dickie Families
CHRISTMAS CRAFT BINGO
To be held at the Tignish Fire Hall on Sunday, December 7th at 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10.00 for 20 rounds of bingo.
Please note: Texas Hold ‘em starting in January. Proceeds for activities going to the Tignish Fire Hall.
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CARDPLAY
Miminegash Fire Dept. Texas Hold’em - Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the Miminegash Fire Hall.
Palmer Road Knights of Columbus 45's Card Game Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. at the Palmer Road Hall. Doors
open at 6:00 p.m. 80% of take given out and 50/50.
Cribbage starting for winter months on Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. at Tignish Legion.
Cardplay 45's every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Tignish Fire Hall - proceeds to the Fire Dept.
Cardplay & activities every Tuesday starting at 1:00 p.m. in the “Ti-Pa” room at Le centre acadien de PrinceOuest, DeBlois. Sponsored by Le club des coeurs joyeux.
Joutes de cartes et activités à tous les mardis débutant à 13h00 dans la salle Ti-Pa au Centre acadien de
Prince-Ouest, DeBlois. Parrainé par le Club des coeur joyeux.
Cardplay for the “Senior’s Sunshine Club” every Thursday Afternoon at the Tignish Legion at 2 p.m.
BINGOS
Palmer Road Comm. Bingo - Sunday afternoon 50/50 Bingo at 2:00 p.m. Build-up Jackpot is $350.00 in 57
numbers & Looney Jar begins at $67.00.
Tignish Legion - Monday Evenings starting at 7:15 p.m. Now featuring Satellite Bingo!
Miminegash Fire Dept. Bingo Tuesdays - with mini bingo starting at 7:15 p.m. Support your Fire Dept.
Tignish Parish Centre Bingo Wednesday evenings - mini bingo at 7:15 p.m. regular rounds.