Month: August 2015

Live Entertainment on the Boardwalk – NB Talent Showcase

By dsjadmin / August 17, 2015

Do you have what it takes to be New Brunswick’s favourite performer? Every Tuesday evening, the Boardwalk will host sensational dancers, singers, jugglers and invited performers. From goosebump-generating opera to dancing dogs, there is something for everyone!

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Indulge your Crafty Side at Craftology

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 16, 2015

Jane and Sue welcome you to stop by their new gift shop at 177 Prince William Street. Craftology is our newest co-op boutique uptown, showcasing a plethora of hand-made goodness from local artists. Find clothing, accessories, unique jewelry, paintings, candy, candles, and various other

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This Weekend Uptown

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 14, 2015

Here’s what’s happening in Uptown Saint John this weekend!

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Uptown Mugs #33 – Kylee Douglas, Sagrati’s

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 13, 2015

Some of the best lunchtime offerings uptown, especially if you are looking for casual and quality, are at the Saint John City Market. Sagrati’s is one of the most delicious of the food merchants. Specializing in gourmet wraps, baguettes, salads, gluten free products & catering, Sagrati’s feeds you well with quality ingredients, good, hearty amounts and friendly service. Kylee Douglas is the brains, brawn and beauty behind Sagrati’s and we truly appreciate what she brings to our uptown.

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Welcome to Uptown! Introducing Elwood’s Wood Lab

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 12, 2015

If you like upcycled furniture and decor and appreciate the unique feel of custom, handmade furnishings and fixtures, you will love Elwood’s Wood Lab! Tim and Eric use their craftsmanship and skill to turn various elements of Saint John history into usable and uncommon pieces. This unique space at 91 Princess Street is divided into two areas – their working space, ‘lab,’ as well as a showroom to display their recent pieces. The space is also home to two beautiful dogs, who seem very comfy amid the construction and goings on.

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Illegal Signs Being Removed

By News Releases / August 12, 2015

In the interest of public safety and the beautification of our City streets and public spaces, and in accordance with the Municipalities Act, the City of Saint John would like to remind citizens, business owners and others that it is illegal to place signage on a public street right-of-way and other City property without permission.

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Open Auditions for The War Bride

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 11, 2015

The Saint John Theatre Company (SJTC) will be hosting open auditions for the October Studio production of The War Bride. Production dates are October 14-17 at the BMO Studio Theatre as part of the SJTC in house Studio Series.

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Park Place Exciting for Uptown!

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 11, 2015

An adaptive re-use project of the Canterbury Car Park is the newest city contribution led by Historica Development. The above rendering is Acre Architects proposed vision for the new ‘Park Place.’ Park Place will be the future home to Picaroons, Real Food Connections Buckland Merrifield Gallery and apartments.

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Maintenance Saint Patrick Street Pedway Next Week

By News Releases / August 7, 2015

Citizens are advised that there will be planned maintenance on the Saint Patrick Street pedway escalators during the week of August 10, 2015.

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10 Things you can Eat in Saint John that aren’t Dulse

By dsjadmin / August 7, 2015

It’s not that we hate dulse. In fact, we think it’s really awesome. But there are many other scrumptious (and more filling) delicacies in Saint John that you can brag to your friends back home about.

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Uptown Mugs #32 – Chris Grannan

By Uptown Saint John Inc / August 6, 2015

Certainly one the most familiar faces in Uptown Saint John is that of Chris Grannan. The leader of Grannan Hospitality Group (owners of iconic uptown restaurants Grannan’s Seafood and Church Street Steakhouse), Chris can often be spotted on the streets bouncing between his establishments on any given night …

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O Vertigo: Les Petites Formes

By dsjadmin / August 4, 2015

Founded by choreographer Ginette Laurin in 1984, O Vertigo is one of Canada’s leading contemporary dance companies. Les Petites Formes captures five moments in the journey of a choreographer – solos, duets and a quartet culled from the classics of O Vertigo’s repertoire spanning the years between 1994 and 2007. The work is athletic (Laurin… Read More

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