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International Games of La Francophonie: unveiling of Team Canada-New Brunswick
The provincial government revealed this week the members of the team that will represent New Brunswick at the 8th Games of La Francophonie July 21-30 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
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The Taming of the Shrew Opens Today at BMO Studio Theatre
A timeless Shakespearean comedy! Tuesday – Saturday this week @ BMO Studio Theatre “Taming has it all: love and laughs, along with some thoughtful reflection on family and marriage.” Sandra Bell, Director. Tickets for The Taming of the Shrew are $17.50 or $12.50 for students. To purchase call 1-888-311-9090 or visit www.ticketpro.ca or click link below! Get Tickets!
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SEA DOGS PAR 3 CELEBRITY CHALLENGE COMING IN AUGUST
The Sea Dogs Foundation, in partnership with Investor’s Group, is very excited to announce the first annual “Sea Dogs Par 3 Celebrity Challenge” is coming to Rockwood Park Golf Course in August. Set for Friday, August 18th, the Challenge will see golfers play 18 par-3 holes with prizes on each hole worth at least $50,000…
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Festival (506)’s Line-Up Revealed
Music lovers will not want to miss the 11th edition of New Brunswick’s Festival (506), taking place in Moncton, October 12 to 15, 2017. Thirty-two bands and solos artists from all over the province will congregate in Moncton to take part in this annual celebration of homegrown talent. “Those of us working in the music industry know…
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Book Review: “For the Love of It: 60 Years of the Miramichi Folksong Festival” by Susan Butler
The Miramichi Folksong Festival has been held continuously for 60 years now, making it the longest standing folk song festival in Canada. Its director (and a performer) of the past 35 years is the irrepressible Susan Butler, a true Miramichier if there ever was one. Now, she has compiled the Festival’s history as well as her own in a self-published book entitled For the Love of It: 60 Years of the Miramichi Folksong Festival.
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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 13, 2017
Once again this week, there is a slight improvement in the number of fish coming into the system, but still no great run. However, if slow and steady wins the race, we’ll take it. One concern is the striped bass which are spreading further and further up the river systems than ever before.
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Nominations sought for New Brunswick Human Rights Award
Nominations are being sought for the 30th annual New Brunswick Human Rights Award. The deadline is August 1st. The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission established the award to recognize outstanding effort, achievement or leadership on a volunteer basis by individuals or organizations in the promotion of equality and human rights in the province. The award…
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Investment in Sussex Canada 150 project
An investment of $150,000 is being made in an infrastructure improvement project in downtown Sussex to commemorate Canada’s 150th anniversary. The project involves installing a roof over Leonard’s Gate, which is used for outdoor community events and also hosts the Sussex Farmers Market. “New Brunswickers are proud of who they are and where they come…
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NB Singer/Songwriter Mike Biggar Partners with Blues & Roots Radio for Summer Tour Blog
New Brunswick Roots Singer-Songwriter Mike Biggar is joining up with his good friends at BluesandRootsRadio.com for a uniquely insightful touring blog experience while on the road this summer playing east coast festivals and shows and promoting his new album GO ALL IN. Biggar has been asked exclusively by the global internet radio station to capture…
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Joint security exercise completed in Saint John
The Saint John and Fredericton police forces and the RCMP conducted a joint security exercise on June 28 in Saint John. Exercise Galleon Reticle was supported by the Department of Justice and Public Safety and took place near a local high school. “Your government is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all New…
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Summer Fun at Miramichi Dragway
Drag racing is getting better and better at Miramichi Dragway. Last year’s upgrades have resulted in some new track records and personal bests for many Maritime racers. With big events coming up in July and August, it is likely more records will be set. The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) National Open is returning for its second race event at Miramichi Dragway from July 27th to 30th.
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Job Opportunity: New Brunswick Museum Bilingual Interpreter
The New Brunswick Museum (NBM) is Canada’s oldest continuing museum, with a history that can be traced back to 1842. This year, as the NBM celebrates its 175th anniversary, its mission continues to be to collect, preserve, research, and interpret New Brunswick’s natural and cultural heritage. Bilingual interpreters will work in NBM galleries and occasionally…
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