Culture & Community

REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONIES AT HARBOUR STATION

By Giv'er Saint John / November 4, 2018

PARADE TO ASSEMBLE AT 10:15 AM. The Mayor’s Office and the City of Saint John invite all to gather in remembrance and thanks to those who served and sacrificed in the honour of our Country. The public is encouraged to arrive any time after 9:00 am with the Parade assembling at 10:15. The Official Service to commence at…

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Annual Rocmaura Auxiliary Bazaar

By Giv'er Saint John / October 25, 2018

Annual Rocmaura Auxiliary Bazaar  From 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Saturday, November 17th, 2018, come out to the Rocmaura Nursing Home, located at 10 Parks Drive in Saint John, New Brunswick for the Annual Rocmaura Auxiliary Bazaar. Come and enjoy a day finding treasures at the new-to-you table, bake table or bingo. Donations of…

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5th Annual Cathedral Art Show and Sale – October 25th to 28th, 2018

By Giv'er Saint John / October 24, 2018

The 5th Annual Cathedral Art Show and Sale, will be held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Rectory, located at 91 Waterloo Street in Saint John, New Brunswick from Thursday, October 25th, 2018 to Sunday, October 28th, 2018. The proceeds will go towards the restoration of the “Cathedral Upper Room” in the Saint Vincent de Paul Building. Cash, Cheque, Visa, Master Card will be accepted.

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Stitches In Time: A Quilt Show

By rivervalley / October 17, 2018

Stitches in Time, a fall quilt show by the Elm City Quilters’ Guild, is at Gibson Memorial Church, 183 Gibson Street, Fredericton, New Brunswick. The show is taking place Friday, October 19 from 10 am – 8 pm and Saturday, October 20 from 10 am – 4 pm. Projects on display include quilts, bags, wall hangings, small pieces of furniture with quilted tops, ironing board covers, etc. There will be a well-stocked tea room. Admission is $5, payable at the door. Parking is at the rear of the building.

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CROSBY’S GINGERBREAD TRAIL

By Giv'er Saint John / October 4, 2018

Posted on October 2, 2018 in UPTOWN SAINT JOHN by Tracy Hanson Crosby’s Gingerbread Trail has become a very special holiday tradition uptown.  Between November 26th and December 24th, view hand-made gingerbread creations at various businesses uptown.  Perhaps try to see every one and pick your favorite!  This is a perfect time to enjoy a relaxing day uptown with all…

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Family Plus Using Data Analytics to Solve Problem & Help More Clients

By Giv'er Saint John / August 24, 2018

Posted on August 24, 2018 by Eleanor MacLean For nearly 90 years, Family Plus Life Solutions has been providing valuable mental health counselling, education and advocacy for Saint John families. That works out to roughly 1600 people a year who need counselling or services including children and adults with disabilities. But, it also means a lot of appointments to coordinate and isn’t always a…

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Moonlight Bazaar 2018 August 25

By Giv'er Saint John / August 23, 2018

Saint John’s night market is back!  A signature event that brings together music, food, art and fun-making together into one creative mashup of unique experiences all under an enormous inflated moon. It will be taking place in the area behind Port City Royal and on Canterbury Street. Spread the word to everyone you know! Event…

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Reverend Father Maurice René Swift Celebration

By Giv'er Saint John / August 20, 2018

After forty years of faithful service to God, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saint John, New Brunswick in various parishes and its missions as a priest and associate priest, including the Saint Samuel’s Roman Catholic Church in Douglastown (Miramichi) and it’s mission of All Saint’s Roman Catholic Church in Millbank (Miramichi), for the past decade, and now in his 81st year,  Reverend Father Maurice René Swift will be retiring.

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Fundy Fringe Festival August 20 – August 25

By Giv'er Saint John / August 14, 2018

August 20 – August 25 What is FRINGE? · FRINGE is a recognized trademark, and a recognized brand of performing arts festival · FRINGE is uncensored and unjuried · FRINGE is accessible and affordable · 100% of ticket revenue goes to FRINGE performers (Yep. Every nickel.) because FRINGE is focused on the Artists and the…

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Canada 55+ Games

By Giv'er Saint John / August 14, 2018

August 20 – August 24 Saint John is excited to welcome participants to the Canada 55+ Games in beautiful Saint John, New Brunswick on the Bay of Fundy coastline. First class facilities, a large volunteer base and of course, a huge helping of hospitality! The Canada 55+ Games is a nation-wide program that promotes spiritual, mental…

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Sculpture Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / August 8, 2018

August 09 – September 22    10 am – 6pm Come watch as eight accomplished sculptors from around the globe transform mammoth chunks of New Brunswick granite into masterpieces to be enjoyed for generations.  A rare opportunity to watch these artists bring their visions to life. This event is open to all and free of charge. Home diana.alexander@sculpturesaintjohn.com

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SAINT JOHN “CHAMP” REFLECTS ON WAR AMPS 100TH ANNIVERSARY

By Giv'er Saint John / July 16, 2018

SAINT JOHN, NB – July 16, 2018 – The War Amps is this year celebrating its 100th anniversary. What began as an Association to assist war amputee veterans returning from the First World War, has expanded its programs over the years to support all amputees, including Emma Coakley, 12, of Saint John. Emma was born a right…

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