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Saint John Mill Rats Land Versatile Big Man

By Giv'er Saint John / October 30, 2015

The Saint John Mill Rats are pleased to announce the addition of 6’8 versatile big man, Darren Moore, for Chicago, Illinois. Moore played the last few seasons with the Rochester Razorsharks in the PBL. Last season for Coach Spon, Moore averaged 8.4 points, 6.7 rebounds per game on 63% shooting from the field. He played…

Watching Glory Die at BMO Studio Theatre

By Giv'er Saint John / October 28, 2015

The Saint John Theatre Company (SJTC) is proud to welcome Mulgrave Road Theatre on November 17th and 18th at the BMO Studio Theatre. “Raw, Real, Riveting!” WATCHING GLORY DIE A Mulgrave Road Theatre production by Judith Thompson. A girl, a guard, a mother. Caught in a system out of control. Inspired by the true story of New Brunswick teen…

Saint John welcomes Maritime Legend Matt Minglewood Saturday Night

By Giv'er Saint John / October 23, 2015

Coming this Saturday night, Saint John! Matt Minglewood, A Maritime Legend, with special opener Adam Washburn at the BMO Studio Theatre, 112 Princess Street, tomorrow night, Saturday October 24th. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Show starts at 8 pm. Tickets are $25 and available at Matt Minglewood Tickets (www.ticketpro.ca) or telephone 1-888-311-9090.

Saint John Mill Rats Release 2015-16 NBL Canada Season Schedule

By Giv'er Saint John / October 21, 2015

The Saint John Mill Rats are pleased to release their 2015-16 NBL Canada regular season schedule. The season this year features 40 games (20 home and 20 away) which represents an increase from the 32-game season last year. The regular season begins on December 26th league-wide and ends on April 30th. The play-offs will be…

All Star Guard Doug Herring Returns to Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / October 19, 2015

The Saint John Mill Rats are thrilled to announce the return of 2014 NBL Canada All Star guard, Doug Herring Jr, from Poughkeepsie, New York. The 6’3 point guard averaged 18 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.3 assists per game during the 2013-14 season for the Atlantic Division champion Mill Rats.

Second Annual Saint John Jewish Film Festival Starts Tomorrow

By Giv'er Saint John / October 17, 2015

The Saint John Jewish Historical Museum is holding the second annual Saint John Jewish Film Festival from October 18 to October 22, 2015. The films to be shown will be primarily prize winning films that have been featured in prestigious film festivals around the world. The proceeds from the film festival will support the work of…

Saint John Mill Rats Ink Hollis-Jefferson

By Giv'er Saint John / October 13, 2015

The Saint John Mill Rats are pleased to announce the signing of explosive 6’6 forward, Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson from Chester, Pennsylvania. Rahlir is the older brother of Rondae, the Brooklyn Nets first round 2015 NBA Draft pick out of Arizona. Rahlir Hollis-Jefferson played his college ball at Temple University where he averaged 8.9 points, 6.1 rebounds,…

Saint John Rides@Rockwood Huge Success

By Giv'er Saint John / October 10, 2015

Saint John’s inaugural Rides@Rockwood Automotive Show happened the last weekend of September and was a tremendous success. The weather cooperated and Rockwood Park came alive with the sounds of hopped up hot rods and ground pounding muscle cars. Over 230 folks, not just from Saint John but from all around the province and even south of the border, brought their favourite ride to put on display.

Submission Call: Giv’er Saint John!

By Giv'er Saint John / October 9, 2015

We want to hear from you! From new business start-ups and fundraising endeavours to childhood memories and your favourite recipes, there’s a place for you in the pages of Giv’er Saint John! It’s Autumn in New Brunswick — one of the most colourful and beautiful times of the year! We’re looking for your best seasonal…

Become part of Building a Social Enterprise Hub

By Giv'er Saint John / October 7, 2015

  The Saint John Community Loan Fund is planning a larger space to foster creativity and entrepreneurship for poverty reduction. The 15,000 square foot building will be located at 139 Prince Edward St. and encompass three floors. The cost is $2.25 million. The space will include the following: On the ground floor a social enterprise…

Sweet Caroline Walk/ Run this Weekend

By Giv'er Saint John / October 5, 2015

The Sweet Caroline Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of allergies and anaphylaxis, are hosting a walk/ run this Saturday, October 10th in Rothesay. The 10K run/ walk will begin at 10 am, while the 2.5K walk/ run starts at 10:15 am at Rothesay High School. Both courses travel down the Rothesay Road towards Rothesay…

Saint John Loyalist Plaza set for transformation

By Giv'er Saint John / October 3, 2015

The Saint John Waterfront Foundation has a new plan to refurbish the area around Market Square and Loyalist Plaza. It launched a $9 million capital campaign on Thursday that will be largely community driven, with a $3.4 million commitment from the City of Saint John. The Make Your Mark on History campaign includes an architect’s…