Make buying locally a holiday tradition

By Giv'er Saint John | December 15, 2016

The provincial government is urging the public to buy local as they purchase gifts and food for the holidays. Interested individuals may visit their local farmers market, or a local butcher or fish merchant as they prepare for holiday feasts. They may also purchase uniquely New Brunswick gifts. Following are some tips for including local…

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Great Holiday Promotions from Sea Dogs

By Giv'er Saint John | December 14, 2016

Your first-place Saint John Sea Dogs are holding two exciting promotions during their final two home games of the first half of the season this weekend! Friday, December 16th, vs. Halifax Mooseheads, 7 pm – Bingo Night The Sea Dogs and the Telegraph-Journal are holding Bingo Night, in support of The Empty Stocking Fund. Fans…

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Minister promotes locally grown Christmas trees

By Giv'er Saint John | December 13, 2016

New Brunswickers are encouraged to spruce up their homes this holiday season by taking home local, sustainably grown Christmas trees. “Whether you buy from a retail vendor or harvest it yourself at a tree farm, choosing a sustainably grown, local Christmas tree is a fun and easy way to support New Brunswick’s farmers and your…

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Shop Local this Holiday Season

By Giv'er Saint John | December 12, 2016

New Brunswickers are encouraged to buy local during the 2016 holiday season. By choosing local and independent businesses for services, shopping, dining and other needs during the holidays, consumers not only enjoy a distinctive and personal experience, but also help build and strengthen communities and the economy. “Local businesses are the heart and soul of…

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Travelling for the Holidays? Beware of Surprise Fees

By Giv'er Saint John | December 11, 2016

  Tis the season again! The holiday peak travel season is taking off and if your celebrations involve anything like a family vacation, a romantic escape or a hometown round trip, you’re probably already browsing the web, seeking to take advantage of holiday specials. But you must resist the urge to pack your suitcase just…

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St. Martin’s & District Lions Annual Christmas Turkey Bingo

By Giv'er Saint John | December 2, 2016

The St. Martin’s & District Lions Annual Christmas Turkey Bingo is Saturday, December 10th, 2016 from 7:30 pm to 10 pm in the Village of St. Martins at 75 Main Street. Door prizes are turkeys! There are many great prizes to be won including a massage from My Physio located in Westmorland Place and a $60 gift certificate from Keepsake Memory…

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Penobsquis Baptist Church ‎Christmas Cantata

By Giv'er Saint John | December 1, 2016

Join us at 7:30 pm on Friday, December 16th and Saturday, December 17th for a joyous celebration of our Lord Jesus Christ’s birthday at Penobsquis Baptist Church (PBC), 27 Church Loop Road, Penobsquis, NB. This cantata is filled with music that will stir your soul as we both worship and praise God for who He…

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Sussex Choral Society Annual Christmas Concert

By Giv'er Saint John | November 29, 2016

The Sussex Choral Society presents its annual Christmas concert on Sunday, December 4th, 7:30 pm, at Saint Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Sussex. Directed by David Mitchell, with accompaniment by Karen Gallagher, this year’s concert features soloists Joseph Goodwin and Lisa Linden, as well as the Sussex Corner Elementary School Choir and Tammy Morris.…

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Christmas Fine Craft Festival

By Giv'er Saint John | November 28, 2016

Looking for high quality, handmade gifts this holiday season? New Brunswick’s premier fine craft festival, is coming to Saint John this Friday, Saturday and Sunday (December 2nd, 3rd and 4th) at the Marco Polo Cruise Terminal! Showcasing fine craft by New Brunswick master craftspeople working in glass, leather, pottery, jewellery, metalworks, fine art, wood, fibre,…

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