Cover to Cover Books Inc.

Cover to Cover Books Inc. specializes in previously-enjoyed books in every genre such as sci-fi, fantasy, horror, mystery, western, romances, general fiction, adventure, and biography in trade, paperback, and hard cover with over 20 000 titles to choose from. The only store of its kind with a separate children’s section containing 3 000 titles, it’s great for kids and for teachers alike. Trade-ins are welcomed and Cover to Cover Book Store Inc. also features audio books and Manga (graphic novels). Although this store deals in previously-owned books, it has the look and feel of a new store. Bright, spacious with a social centre and coffee available, it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy browsing through the exciting inventory. Owners Debbie and Tony LeBlanc, who are themselves book lovers, bring to this enterprise a knowledge and understanding of books and of the marketplace, having done extensive research into the popularity of the previously-owned book niche in today’s consumer trend. Cover to Cover Books Inc. is the perfect spot to pick up those special titles for your summer reading relaxation. Need a special order? Consult their website at http://www.covertocoverbooks.ca/.

The Healing Power of Magnets

Jewellery with the healing touch – that’s what Frank and Roxanne Duguay’s sparkling booth at the John Street Farmers Market is all about! There are dozens of lovely jewellery pieces in a wide variety of styles, from necklaces, bracelets, and anklets to collars all fitted with tiny magnets that impart healing qualities to the wearer. Available in various materials such as titanium, stainless steel, and even gold-plated metal, there are even some set with semi-precious stones or beaded in styles so lovely that they’ll enhance any outfit from casual to sophisticated.

Magnetic therapy dates back millennia. Ancient Egyptians believed they had powers over illnesses associated with muscle pain and stiffness. In 200 BC, the ancient Chinese used magnets to create harmony in the body’s energy field, and ancient Hindu texts mention treatment of illnesses using the lodestone which was magnetic. Today, magnetic therapy is widely used, especially by the Japanese who use it to overcome stress. In the West, it’s used in sport therapy to relieve pain and to heal injuries. Even NASA has used magnetic therapy to cure space sickness.

Magnets work with the body’s own force field because of its multi-directional EMF or electronic magnetic force that penetrates the skin, tissue, and bones and helps in blood flow. It also boosts the immune system in helping the body to heal itself. It is a non-drug, natural therapy that’s great for curing circulation problems, migraines, neck, back and knee pain, rheumatism, arthritis, cramps, gout, angina, depression, insomnia, and much more without harmful side effects. Where else can you find a cure for what ails you and look beautiful as well? Get your healing jewellery at the market on Saturdays or contact Frank and Roxanne Duguay at P.O. Box 5125, Shediac, NB, E48 8T8, or call (506) 532-5316 and put the mysterious power of magnets to work for you!

Apple Man Farms Ltd.

Crisp apples, delicious cider, and first-class fruit wines – that’s what’s new at the John Street Farmers Market this spring! Farm fresh apples from Apple Man Farms Ltd. are the result of their mission to grow natural apples with "a direct from the farm to you" mandate as their top priority. Also home to the Gagetown Cider Mill and Winery, Apple Man Farms is located just 10 minutes outside Gagetown, NB, and brings a world of non-alcoholic ciders and delicious fruit wines to the market on Saturdays.

This exceptional business venture is owned and operated by Blair and Brenda Sterling who invite one and all to visit their historic Cossar Farm House where they have a retail sales outlet complete with a wine tasting room. Drop by this summer and learn a little of New Brunswick history, enjoy the scenic Saint John’s River and delight in tasty ciders and wines that include ciders in apple, pear, apple/cranberry, raspberry, wild berry, grape, and northern kiwi; and wines in apple, cranberry, apple/elderberry, and apple/grape in still, sparkling, and ice styles.

Can’t make it to the market? Order online at http://www.appleman.ca/. For more information on visiting times to the farm during the summer, call or fax at (506) 488-2147, e-mail at blair@appleman.ca, or visit their well-stocked kiosk at the market on John Street on Saturdays, meet nephew Jason and his dad, and enjoy authentic New Brunswick fruit and wines direct from the "Apple Man" to you!

Tony's Pastries

Tony Holden of Tony’s Pastries is a pastry chef and chocolatier extraordinaire! Area residents are fortunate indeed to have such a superb confectioner as a regular vendor at the Marché Moncton Market on Saturdays. His sumptuous, mouth-watering pastry delights are world class, and Tony himself brings impeccable credentials to his craft. A wide array of tasty morsels include tarts, cheese cakes, mousse cups, meringues, and squares in such tempting flavours as fresh fruit, chocolate, strawberry, passion fruit, and creme brulé just to name but a few of the five star offerings.

Originally from Newfoundland, Tony trained as a chef at a pastry school in his home province. Cooking since age 16, he credits his mom, who was an excellent cook, as his inspiration. Over the years, he has worked across Canada at various five star establishments including Jasper’s famous resort. Tony has worked under the tutelage of many famous European chefs and today, some thirty years since he first began in the food industry, he is an independent entrepreneur with a wholesale business that caters to area restaurants and hotels. His weekly stint at the market is his "fun" job and one he truly loves. An easygoing, friendly man who enjoys people, Tony’s laid back manner belies the true genius that lives within. A star in his own right, his delicacies have been served to an impressive list of celebrities including Prince Charles and the late Lady Diana, Bill Gates, a Japanese premier, Billy Joel, and Christie Brinkley. Not one to rest on his laurels, he regularly takes part in demonstrations and workshops and is recently back from Newfoundland where he did a demonstration in wedding cakes featuring chocolate and sugar work.

Need a special order? Contact Tony at (506) 854-4966 or e-mail him at THolden623@rogers.com. His wonderful pastries will be a great addition to any occasion from an informal gathering of family and friends to formal dinner parties, wedding receptions, office gatherings or entertaining special groups. Visit Tony’s Pastries at the market and experience the magic of a master chef!