Culture & Community

Canadian Tire Show & Shine

By Giv'er Saint John / September 17, 2016

Canadian Tire East at 400 Westmorland Road is having a Show & Shine today, Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 11 am to 3 pm. Registration will begin at 10 am. There will be prizes, live music, and a BBQ. Funds raised from this event will support the Saint John Boys and Girls Club and the…

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It’s Showtime at the Imperial Theatre

By Giv'er Saint John / September 16, 2016

Wayne Long, Member of Parliament (Saint John–Rothesay), today announced $150,000 in funding for the Imperial Theatre. He made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage. “Since its opening in September 1913, Imperial Theatre has been an integral part of the Greater Saint John region. Its contribution to the artistic…

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NBCC announces new Chair of Board of Governors

By Giv'er Saint John / September 14, 2016

The Board of Governors of New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is proud to announce that Susan Murchison has been elected as the new Board Chair. During the Board’s Annual General Meeting on June 24th, the annual election of the Chair and Vice-Chair positions took place. Governor Susan Murchison was elected as Board Chair, and Governor…

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Just in Time for Culture Days: ArtsLink NB New HQ in Uptown Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / September 13, 2016

The ArtsLink NB Headquarters have moved to a more spacious and accessible office. Just in time for Culture Days, they are now sharing Suite 407 at 89 Canterbury Street with Third Space Gallery in Uptown Saint John. Their new digs include room for member-based programming such as readings, exhibitions, workshops and more. They plan to open up this…

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Open Farm Day is Sunday September 18th

By Giv'er Saint John / September 11, 2016

Sunday, September 18th, 2016 is Open Farm Day. Come rain or shine, many farms in all corners of the province will open up their gates to give you a free backstage pass to life on the farm. Visit one of the 55+ farms that are participating to see the hard work and dedication farmers contribute…

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Book Review: “The Call of the Ocean” by Jim Wellman

By James / September 4, 2016

Flanker Press recently released an invaluable book penned by Jim Wellman of twenty-eight fascinating profiles of people who are (or were) involved with the modern ocean fishery industry in one way or another. There are stories of lives lived on the sea, lives lost at sea, lives saved at sea, boat builders, both young and old, women who fish & more.

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Mazda Zoom Fest September 17th

By Giv'er Saint John / September 3, 2016

King Mazda in Saint John is excited to announce that they will host their first annual Zoom Fest on Saturday September 17th from 10 am to 2:30 pm. All Mazda Enthusiasts from near and far are invited to come participate in this event and have fun showcasing their vehicles! There will be Live Music provided by the band…

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Festival 506 Coming to Miramichi this October

By News Contributor / September 2, 2016

Miramichi will be the place to be this October as Festival (506) comes to the mighty river for the very first time! Thirty-eight bands and solo artists from all across New Brunswick will meet in the ‘Chi October 13th to 16th to take part in this event which has something for all music fans.

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Marie-Mae has been waiting and serving our family for 40 years...The last memory was for my father Ronald James Beshara, 70 birthday!! She was there waiting on our family which was taking up most of the restaurant and smiling and joking with every one. She will be greatly missed...Thanks for a life time of memories!!! Love DeeDee Morton

Retirement Celebration for Vito’s Marie-Mae is September 7th

By Giv'er Saint John / September 1, 2016

After over 41 years of service, one of the region’s most beloved waitresses, Marie-Mae McLaughlin, will retire this month. There will be a retirement celebration on Wednesday September 7th beginning at 8 pm at Vito’s restaurant, 324 Rothesay Avenue. A post on the restaurant’s Facebook page earlier this week said: “The Georgoudis family and the…

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Sea Belles Hold One Day Thrift Store Sale

By Giv'er Saint John / August 31, 2016

Sea Belles, Saint John’s ladies A Cappella chorus is holding a one day Thrift Store Sale, Saturday September 10th from 8 am to 2 pm at the Portland United Church Hall, 50 Newport Crescent, Saint John. Great Thrift Store prices on many items, including books, clothing, jewellery, shoes, purses, bedding, kitchen items, exercise equipment, etc. A…

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Saint John BFM Thrift Store First Year Anniversary Celebration

By Giv'er Saint John / August 24, 2016

The Atlantic Bibles for Missions (BFM) Thrift Store at 120 McDonald Street in the Loch Lomond Mall is celebrating its one year anniversary! Join them for a First Anniversary Celebration on Saturday August 27th, 2016 from 10 am to 5 pm. There will cake, live entertainment, and in-store specials. Enter to win a diamond ring…

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2016 Saint John Fall Registration Expo

By Giv'er Saint John / August 22, 2016

Saint John’s Fall Registration Expo is your opportunity to learn about all the various sports, recreation, arts, cultural and educational programs and services that are available for Saint John residents of all ages. Free Admission Wednesday, August 31, 2016 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Saint John Trade and Convention Centre 1 Market Square For more…

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