In this issue...
• Mr. Clean is retiring... or is he?
• 7-Eleven stores bring popular Japanese egg sandwiches to Canadian customers
• By the numbers X 10 + 1
• Children's cartoon character Peppa Pig reveals her younger brother has a disability
• Before you go: 7 things you may have missed in the news
• Trivia: Did you know?
• Quotes of note
• Enjoy the outdoors with the Greater Moncton Walking Group
• Dream Like Taylor! - a fabulous coloring book for Swifties by Rose Michaels
• Monday, March 2: Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary Trivia Night
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Mr. Clean is retiring... or is he?
The media is awash with breathless reports that the iconic Mr. Clean mascot is being retired. The end of an era! Oh, how the world is changing!
No need to get your knickers in a knot, because it's a well-known tactic to get free media coverage instead of paying for it. And it's working.
Article excerpt: "After 68 years of keeping up appearances, Mr. Clean, the polished mascot of the cleaning product company with his name, is throwing in the towel.
In a retirement announcement video shared on the brand's Instagram, Mr. Clean is shown addressing a crowd of reporters at a press conference, while donning shades and a Hawaiian shirt.
"It's true, Mr. Clean has announced his retirement. After a career with zero stains on the record, he's ready for new adventures,' a voice-over says, adding that while he is trading in his squeaky-clean image for a slower pace of life, Mr. Clean cleaning products will remain available.
The video ends with the brand telling customers to 'stay tuned' for a fresh look."
Basically, they're going to wait for a bit and then introduce an updated mascot image. It will still be Mr. Clean. He will just look a little different - or maybe a lot different. Despite this tactic not being entirely original, it does work - and with everything going on in the world right now, let's just have some fun with it.
Read: So long, Mr. Clean: Mascot to retire after almost 7 decades on the job. Related: Mr. Clean "retiring" after 68 years on the job. Here's what it means.
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7-Eleven stores bring popular Japanese egg sandwiches to Canadian customers
If you ever watch YouTube videos about living in Japan, you soon realize that 7-Eleven convenience stores are central to life there. People shop there for unique snacks, drinks and other necessities. They also pay many of their bills there. Going to 7-Eleven in Japan is just what you do - especially in large urban areas.
One of the more popular food items is their egg salad sandwich. It's crustless and legendary. How in the world can a plain ol' egg salad get so much attention? Apparently, it really is good... and now 7-Elevens outside Japan are starting to realize that they may have to start looking a bit more like their Asian counterpart in order to boost sales and expand.
Article excerpt: "The sandwich launched in the U.S. in December to great fanfare and mixed reviews, with some reviewers pointing out how the American version differs from the original, but still applauding the effort.
The Canadian take on the ubiquitous sandwich is made with cage-free eggs, authentic Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise and fresh shokupan (milk bread), according to the company. Like the U.S. version, it's 'inspired by' the viral sensation sold in Japan. Unlike the U.S. version, it appears more true to the original - it's crustless.
'We have heard loud and clear from Canadians that they want more of the products that make 7-Eleven Japan a tourist destination,' said Marc Goodman, vice-president and general manager of 7-Eleven Canada, in a news release.
'Bringing our take on the Japanese-style Egg Salad Sandwich to Canada has long been a priority.'
Sorry, why is a sandwich so popular?
We're so glad you asked!
Japan's ubiquitous convenience store sandwiches have a cult-like following, and its 7-Eleven stores are described as a national treasure."
At this moment in Canada, 7-Eleven operates more than 550 stores, however they're only located in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario. With that said, there are reportedly plans to expand east beyond Ontario.
Read: Best thing since sliced bread? Japan's viral 7-Eleven egg salad sandwich is coming to Canada. Related 1: 7-Eleven Canada looks to franchising and food to accelerate growth. Related 2: 7-Eleven bets a Japanese makeover can fix its U.S. stores.
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Children's cartoon character Peppa Pig reveals her younger brother has a disability
Beloved cartoon character Peppa Pig will soon be revealing that her little brother George has a hearing disability. The show will consequently show how he and the family deal with the situation.
Article excerpt: "Peppa Pig is sharing some news about one of its major characters.
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, the mega-popular children's franchise reveals exclusively to PEOPLE that George, Peppa's younger brother, is moderately deaf.
Families will be able to get their first look at George's new storyline on Friday, Feb. 6, during an episode of Peppa Pig Tales on YouTube, which will include a first-ever episode told from George's audio perspective. Viewers will be able to see how a typical day in the family's life can be a little trickier for George.
To make sure the franchise's portrayal is both accurate and respectful, Hasbro worked closely with the U.K.'s National Deaf Children's Society and Camilla Arnold, a deaf producer and script consultant.
Beginning on March 23, new linear episodes will air on Nickelodeon in the U.S. that will continue George's story with an episode titled Hearing Loss. In the episode, Peppa's family will learn that George is hard of hearing during a routine check-up. George will be fitted with a hearing aid to help him experience the world of sound in a new way."
When done right, these types of inclusive storylines can go a long way toward raising awareness and acceptance. It seems like the show's creators are doing everything right so far!
Read: Peppa Pig reveals George, Peppa's younger brother, is moderately deaf during new episode.
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Trivia: Did you know?
Mascara originated in ancient Egypt in around 4000 BC. It was created by mixing lead sulfide, malachite, honey... and crocodile poop.
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Quotes of note
• 1. "The sole difference between myself and a madman is the fact that I am not mad!"
- Salvador Dali (1904-1989), Spanish surrealist artists (see photo)
• 2. "Did you know that childhood is the only time in our lives when insanity is not only permitted to us, but expected?"
- Louis de Bernières, Corelli’s Mandolin
• 3. "Your own brain ought to have the decency to be on your side!"
- Terry Pratchett, Wintersmith
• 4. "Dreaming permits each and every one of us to be quietly and safely insane every night."
- Charles Fisher
• 5. "When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on."
- Franklin D. Roosevelt
• 6. "Don’t worry if people think you’re crazy. You are crazy. You have that kind of intoxicating insanity that lets other people dream outside of the lines and become who they’re destined to be."
- Jennifer Elisabeth, Born Ready: Unleash Your Inner Dream Girl
• 7. "Insanity is relative. It depends on who has who locked in what cage."
- Ray Bradbury
• 8. "Flirting with madness was one thing; when madness started flirting back, it was time to call the whole thing off."
- Rohinton Mistry, A Fine Balance
• 9. "I should never be left alone with my mind for too long."
- Libba Bray
• 10. "The reason I talk to myself is because I’m the only one whose answers I accept."
- George Carlin
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Enjoy the outdoors with the Greater Moncton Walking Group
In March, the group is walking on the Northwest Trail with meet-up in the parking lot of YMCA Moncton North at 70 Twin Oaks Drive.
The group meets for walks every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30 a.m. New participants are always welcome! For more information, please contact Wayne Harrigan at 506-386-2187 or via email.
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Dream Like Taylor! - a fabulous coloring book for Swifties by Rose Michaels
Step into Taylor’s sparkly world with Dream Like Taylor! - a fabulous coloring book for Swifties - the ultimate coloring book for young fans who adore Taylor Swift and want to shine just like her! Filled with fun and fabulous illustrations, this book celebrates Taylor’s music, fashion, kindness and creativity. Color girls who sing on stage, play guitar, write songs, and dress in dazzling styles all inspired by Taylor’s amazing journey. Whether you’re a future superstar, a dreamer or just love to color, this book will make your imagination sparkle. Grab your crayons or markers and get ready to color your way to stardom... Swiftie-style! A total of 50 images are available in the book with a blank page on the other side of the image if you want to use markers.
• Amazon Canada: amzn.to/4hSY1dB
• Amazon USA: amzn.to/4p62coN
To view the entire list of Rose Michaels' colouring books, visit her website or follow her Facebook page.
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Monday, March 2: Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary Trivia Night
The next Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary Club Trivia Night will be held at St. Louis Bar & Grill, 1405 Mountain Road, Moncton, on Monday, March 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. $10 per person (cash only).
Participants may play as teams or individuals. The winning team gets 50% of the door receipts as their prize.
It is strongly suggested that participants arrive by 5:15-5:30 p.m. for a seat. Trivia begins at 6:30 p.m. sharp and is usually over by 8-8:15 p.m. Everyone welcome!
Please note that restaurant reservations are NOT available for this event. First come, first served. Limited seating of approximately 50 guests.
Participants may bring an optional non-perishable food item (box of granola bars, Kraft Dinner, cereal, canned goods, etc.) for distribution at Krista Richard's Community Sports Program events, of which the Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary Club is a sponsor. Any donations will be gratefully received and provided to Krista for distribution to her program participants (school-aged children from Moncton-area schools).
Since Rotary Trivia Nights began in 2016, the Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary Club has donated more than $20,000 to Atlantic Wellness, Karing Kitchen, Ray of Hope Kitchen, Salvus Clinic, The Humanity Project, BGC Moncton (Moncton Boys & Girls Club), Junior Achievement New Brunswick, Project Linus - Moncton Chapter, Habitat for Humanity, Junior Achievement New Brunswick, Children's Wish Canada, Krista Richard's Community Sports Program and Bicycle Program, Diabetes Canada's D-Camps for kids, and Anglophone East School District's School Supplies Drive, among others.
The Greater Moncton Sunrise Rotary Club gratefully acknowledges the kind and generous sponsorship of our restaurant partner, St. Louis Bar & Grill.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a no telephone rule at these events. The answers cannot be researched except among discussion with your team members.
Facebook event listing: bit.ly/4a1gf8U
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