Events
Published Thursday October 22nd, 2009
Thursday, October 22
Oh No Forest Fires!, Olenka & the Autumn Lovers, and Sports perform at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.
Friday, October 23
Nurturing Ourselves: The conference provides an exciting and affordable forum focusing on women's health and well-being. 20th Nurturing Ourselves Conference, October 23 & 24. Keynote speakers are Carol Lesbirel, author of "Who Says You Can't," and Claudette Bradshaw, well-known New Brunswick activist and politician. Fee is $75 ($60 for seniors and students). Sponsorships available by calling 1-888-829-6777 or 458-8211. Friday night only is $20 at the door. Event takes place at the Hugh John Fleming Forestry Complex, across from Regent Mall.
All Hallow's Eve: From the ghost of Lizzie Borden to chilling tales of murder and mayhem, the King's Head Inn will come alive ~ make that dead ~ to celebrate the ancient ritual of All Hallow's Eve. In the pub before dinner warm your hands by an open fire, and be chilled by spine- tingling ghost stories from Atlantic Canada and beyond, as well as a selection of 19th century songs. Choose in advance from one of the following: Citrus wine glazed ham Cornish Game Hen in a Mushroom Wine Sauce Ragout of venison Come . . . if you dare! $30.00 King's Landing Historical Settlement Oct 23, 24, and 30.
Attack in Black, Bruce Peninsula, and Yukon Blonde perform at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.
Saturday, October 24
Dan Mangan, Will Currie, and Lake of Stew perform at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.
Speakeasy performs at Crumbs Café "" 8 p.m.
Alex Bailey & Company perform at The Lunar Rogue "" 10 p.m.
Sunday, October 25
The Sunday Vignette Program: Enjoy a docent-lead tour concentrating on one specific work of art or group of works in the collection at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. Call 458-2032 for more info.
You Say Party! We Say Die! and Play Guitar perform at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.
Monday, October 26
Fredericton Monday Night Film Series 09: The series presents limited release, independent foreign and Canadian films for one-night screenings, with the goal of diversifying local access to cinema. These films are new or recent releases, which would not otherwise be available to Fredericton audiences on the big screen. The film series is open to everyone. Regular admission is $7 per screening. Memberships are available that reduce admission price to $3 per screening Tonight?s Feature: Lemon Tree directed by Eran Riklis, starring Hiam Abbass, running time 106 minutes, Arabic, Hebrew, English.
Tuesday, October 27
Immaculate Machine, Zolas, and Sprengjuhollin perform at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.
White Cowbell Oklahoma & Iron Giant perform at The Cellar Pub "" 10 p.m.
Rough Sea and Folk Punk Experimentalv perform at Crumbs Café "" 8 p.m.
Wednesday, October 28
Rose Cousins and Royal Wood performs at the Charlotte Street Arts Centre "" 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available at Backstreet Records and Reid's News Stand.
[Galleries &
museums]
Beaverbrook Art Gallery - The Beaverbrook Art Gallery presents Impressionist Masterworks from the National Gallery of Canada, an exhibition of ten masterworks, in recognition of the Gallery's 50th anniversary. Organized by the National Gallery of Canada, the exhibition will be on display from September 17 to January 4, 2010.
Gallery 78 - Gallery 78 is celebrating its 33rd anniversary with a group show: "THE EARLY YEARS". This exhibition features the work of select artists who exhibited at Gallery 78 in the early days at 78 Brunswick Street and includes well known names such as: Bruno Bobak, Molly Lamb Bobak, Marjory Donaldson, Anne Dunn, William Forrestall, Carol Fraser, Brigid Toole Grant, Pegi Nicol MacLeod, Stephen May, Dawn McCracken, David McKay, Joseph Plaskett, Stephen Scott and David Silverberg. Come help us celebrate our artists and the gallery. The show opens on Thursday, October 8th and will be on view until Sunday, November 1.
Fredericton City Hall Gallery - The gallery is located on the main floor of City Hall at 397 Queen St. Hours are 8:30 a.m. "" 4:30 p.m.
[Ongoing]
Fall Non-Credit Courses @ UNB: This Fall, do something for yourself. Consider the many fun, educational and creative non-credit courses offered at UNB. There are beginner and intermediate classes in photography and water colour painting, as well as beginner classes in music appreciation, writing, guitar, drawing and acrylic painting. If you're interested in languages, consider classes in French, Spanish, Italian and Sign Language. Want to learn a new craft? Try jewelry-making, pottery and mosaics courses. For more information, visit cel.unb.ca/pce. Register now at 453-4646.
Toned Down Acoustic Experience @ boom! Nightclub: Every Saturday night we offer an open mic and an acoustic showcase at boom! nightclub! The cost is free, and the benefits are plenty. Come jam from 8-9 p.m. every Saturday night, and then check out the performer we've selected from our Open Mic crowd to play a two-hour showcase! It's a calm and relaxing atmosphere every Saturday from 8-11 p.m!
Great Beaver Pond Voyage: An interpretive guided walk puts you in a beautiful, pristine nature reserve featuring Mactaquac Provincial Park's remarkable chain of beaver ponds. See the architectural marvels that are beaver dams and lodges. Join in hands- on activities introducing wetland wonders nestled in our Acadian forest. Tour begins at the Park Administration building. Wednesdays 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m, May to October.
Yoga for All Stages and Ages: "Free to the public (14 years and up): Saturday morning Tai Chi classes at Willie O'Ree Centre- Classes will be held outside if the weather is good- indoors if raining- Saturday morning from 9-10 a.m. for the months of June & July. Instructor: Mary Kennedy. For more information call Mary at 450-8889. This class is provided by the City of Fredericton Rec Dept and sponsored by Business Fredericton North. New students can join any time!"
Sacred Gatherings: Drum Circles, Dance Events, Healing Exchanges, Workshops, Vision Quests, Knowledge Exchange, Sunday Solace, Meditation, Goddess Gatherings, Spiritual Cinema and more! Visit www.sacredlivingcircle.com in your address bar or call Anara at 506-206-2025
King's Place Mall Sunday Flea Market: This is a weekly event - EVERY Sunday but holidays. You will find local treasure hunters selling their finds, Fredericton handcrafters, SAMOSAS, DVD's, Games...even the old board games & puzzles! There are antiques, collectibles, LP's (try explaining those to the kids!) even 8-track tapes! You really NEVER know what you might find!! Sundays, 10:30 a.m. "" 2:30 p.m. Kings Place Mall, 440 King St.
Overeaters Anonymous meets at the Gibson Memorial United Church on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Call 457-0156 or 472-1826.
The Mature Professionals Group offers a forum for those who are 40 and older and single who want to meet and exchange ideas, develop friendships and share common interests with people of like mind. Internet site: www.geocities.com/mpnfredericton and e-mail: mpn_2003@hotmail.com. For information visit the website or call Pauline at 459-0980 or Hubert at 457-9093.
Wheels To Meals Seniors enjoy a delicious and nutritious hot meal, are entertained by local performers, and can have transportation if they need it. Call 458-9482 for more information and to reserve your spot. 11:30 a.m. www.frederictonmealsonwheels.ca
Tai Chi: Fifty Plus Tai Chi Chuan on the northside: Johnston Ave Seniors Centre Monday & Wednesday 9:30-10:30 6week session starts Wednesday, September 9th. Try the 1st class- no obligation. Tai Chi Chuan in Mactaquac: Thursday mornings from 8:30-10 am, 8 week session starts September 3rd. Suitable for, but not limited to, those "fifty plus". Tai Chi Chuan in Harvey: Tuesday mornings from 9-10 am, 8 week session starts September 1st. Suitable for, but not limited to, those "fifty plus". Call Mary Kennedy at 450-8889 or Jeannie Swan at 366-5546 to register. Better Balance, Flexibility, Circulation. www.wustyle.com
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