Culture & Community
15th Annual Saint John Community Fair
The 15th Annual Saint John Community Fair kicked off yesterday afternoon, Thursday June 16th, at Harbour Station. The Fair features Campbell Amusements and offers a midway every day through next Saturday June 25th, 2016. Regular Ride Pricing: Different Rides Require a Different Amount of Coupons per Ride. $1.50 Single Coupon $25: 20 Coupons $40: 40 Coupons…
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Loyalist City RibFest 2016
This weekend June 16-19, 2016 marks the return of Loyalist City RibFest for its second annual edition. Featuring four professional Ribbers; various vendors selling everything from french fries, steak, poutine, bloomin onions and desserts; a spectacular indoor Summer Celebration Sale; a beverage tent with a wide variety offered; terrific entertainment all weekend; and parking by donation (shared with…
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Book Review: “Aftershock” by Janet Maybee
Aftershock, a 2015 book published by Nimbus is an essential read for those interested in the Halifax Explosion of December 6th, 1917. It was on this date that one of the biggest explosions up to that time in North America occurred in Halifax harbour killing thousands and leaving many more injured and scarred for life.
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Sea Belles A Cappella Chorus and Quartet Qualify for International Contest
Sea Belles A Cappella Chorus, Saint John, NB chapter of Harmony, Incorporated, an international organization of female a cappella singers specializing in the barbershop harmony style, recently earned regional recognition and qualified for a spot at Harmony, Inc.’s international competition, which will be held in Providence, Rhode Island later this year. Sea Belles placed third…
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Guatemala Girls Changing One Life at a Time
They call themselves the Guatemala Girls and they are a diverse team of nurses who embarked on a journey last June that changed their lives forever. Using their combined skills, education, and mindsets, they provided health care and teaching to almost 3000 vulnerable individuals in remote villages of Guatemala.
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Recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
This muffin recipe was submitted by Darlene Jardine of Barnettville. “Blueberries are one of my favourite ingredients to cook with and I love making blueberry pie, jam and muffins. I pick blueberries every summer and freeze them so I always have some on hand.“
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Book Review: “The Memory Chair” by Susan White
New Brunswick author Susan White’s “The Memory Chair” (2015, Acorn Press) was recently chosen by the Canadian Children’s Book Centre as one of their Best Books for Kids and Teens. It is the story of Betony, a thirteen-year-old girl who is often dragged along by her father when he visits Gram, Betony’s great-grandmother.
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Pine Acres Giant RV Clearance Sale at Harbour Station
Thinking it’s time to get ready for Summer camping enjoyment with the family? If so, then a stop at Harbour Station is a must this weekend for the GIANT RV CLEARANCE presented by Pine Acres. Come visit for a great selection of RV units the whole family can enjoy. Shop now and avoid the HST…
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Ellerdale & Area Community Clean-Up & BBQ
Ellerdale & Area Community Organization (ECO) will hold their annual community clean-up and BBQ on Saturday June 18th, 2016 (rain date June 25th). Registration begins at 11:45 am at 411 Ellerdale with litter clean-up (whole stretch of Ellerdale) and bottle drive starting at 12 noon. At 1 pm the playground will be spruced up with sand blasting,…
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Saint John Wins National Award for Municipal Innovation
The City of Saint John has received national recognition for its One-Stop Development Shop from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators(CAMA). The City was presented with the 2016 CAMA Willis Award for Innovation in the 20,001 to 100,000 population category, during CAMA’s national conference in Winnipeg, MB. Ravenhill Group Inc. is the sponsor for the…
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Jalloo – Festival of Animation and Games June 9-11th
Every year there is a “little gem” festival that attracts professionals all over the world to Miramichi. It is not fish, music or sports. It is all about animation and games. From June 9th-11th we will host Jalloo, a festival that features some great games by Atlantic companies including our own Eggroll Digital Studios.
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Gerry Dee at Harbour Station – Only Show in NB
Funnyman Gerry Dee has announced a new slate of stand-up shows for late-2016 and early-2017. Beginning in late December 2016, Dee will be taking the stage in cities in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland, as he touches upon marriage, fatherhood, and his years as a teacher with his trademark humour. On Thursday December 29th, 2016 Gerry…
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