Sunday mornings I usually grab a cup of coffee and take time to catch up on stories I might have missed throughout the week. I thought you might enjoy them with your Sunday Morning Coffee as well.
Social enterprise group scores with hockey stick furniture project – Nova Scotia – CBC News
What a terrific idea! Repurposing, creating jobs and filling a need…the hockey mom in me just loves this. I may need one of those headboards… 🙂
A Nova Scotia organization that employs people with disabilities needs hockey sticks, lots and lots of hockey sticks, but not for the reason you might expect.The Store Next Door is a retail store in Yarmouth that sells repurposed and handmade items, which it also manufactures. It is a social enterprise that hires people who have disabilities or face barriers to getting a job.Its latest project involves using old hockey sticks and transforming them into different kinds of furniture, such as a headboard, trophy rack, end table and coat rack.
Source: Social enterprise group scores with hockey stick furniture project – Nova Scotia – CBC News
‘Gleaners’ pick leftovers from farmers’ fields to feed themselves — and others – Prince Edward Island – CBC News
I have seen local farms here do similar things and I really love this initiative. I especially like how one of the “gleaners” spoke about the mental health benefits…as well as the physical…AND you’re getting healthy food for your family. Perfect!
The cabbage and turnip has already been harvested from the field in Miltonvale, P.E.I., but with permission from the farmer, a group of volunteers is picking through the leftovers. It’s called gleaning, and it’s helping to address food insecurity on P.E.I.
You Could Work Here!
Database Finance Office- Health Services Foundation
If you have a passion for your community and finance, this could be your next job!
The Health Services Foundation of the South Shore is looking to a hire a Database Finance Officer for our office at South Shore Regional Hospital.
Check out their website for more information. Applications accepted until 4pm November 20, 2017.
You Could Live Here!
420 Glen Allan Drive, Bridgewater Nova Scotia
OK…this house…is giving me all the feels! The garden…the sunroom…the beautiful design…close to shopping, trails, etc…oh my. It’s also beautifully furnished, so it’s easy to see yourself just slipping in there and living happily ever after. 😉
This beautiful 1 yr old, 2 bedroom, 2 bath semi-detached home with over 1400 sq ft of living space is centrally located in Bridgewater within easy walking distance of town shopping & amenities, hospital, parks, walking trails & sports facilities. This lovely home, built on a slab foundation with highly efficient electric boiler in-floor heating system & attached garage (currently finished as a home business but easily converted to a garage) has been carefully designed offering open concept layout & spacious rooms. The main entrance offers a closed foyer space, opening to a wonderful open living room, kitchen & dining room area. Bright & airy with lots of natural light, the kitchen offers extra storage cabinets & a large centre island with raised breakfast bar & double sink – a perfect focal point for entertaining & family gatherings. The spacious master bedroom is complete with ensuite bath & walk-in closet. Enjoy 3 seasons in the gorgeous 15×11 sunroom addition to the back of the home, with easy access to the private back patio & nicely landscaped gardens. For extra storage the home is complete with a 10×8 quality garden shed. Other highly energy efficient aspects of the home include a mini split heat pump and air conditioning system, heat pump hot water tank, highly efficient HRV system, and NS Power time of use power metering. Beautifully decorated & immaculate throughout, this home is a must see to truly appreciate all it has to offer!
Source: 420 Glen Allan Drive, Bridgewater Nova Scotia Property Details
This property is listed with Paula Pittman of Remax South Shore Realty.
Thank you for joining me fore a Sunday Morning Coffee. Enjoy the day!
