Events
Published Thursday October 29th, 2009
Thursday, Oct. 29
Kennenebecasis Valley High School is hosting Spook Trail 2009, 6 p.m. "" 8 p.m. tonight! Come out for scary fun!
Friday, Oct. 30
The Canadian Cancer Society is planning to Strike Out Cancer at the Bowlarama this afternoon! Register a team of four and enjoy a fun afternoon of bowling in support of a good cause. There will be prizes for best costumes! For additional information, or to register your team, contact the Canadian Cancer Society at 634-6252.
The Animal Rescue League hosts their Annual Halloween Howler Dance 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion on Wilson Street. Prizes for best costume Tickets are $10.
The dynamic duo of Isaac & Blewett perform tonight at the Vintage Bistro, providing an evening of great entertainment, combining their unique musical style with off the cuff humour and anecdotes from their rural lives on the Bay of Fundy. Show gets underway at 8:30 p.m., at 14 Centennial Drive, Hampton.
The New Brunswick Historical Society presents Victorian Ghost Stories at Loyalist House, 120 Union Street, with David Goss at 7:30 p.m. tonight. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children, and includes snacks. 8 and up, accompanied by adult only. Details call 652-3590
Saturday, Oct. 31
There's a community yard sale, 9 a.m. "" 1 p.m. at St. James the Less Church, 176o Rothesay Rd, in support of a Medical Mission to Mali, West Africa today. Call 849-1770, 847-7696, or 643-0799 to make sure the doors are open. See http://medicalmission.ca for information, or visit http://renforth.net for an event flyer.
Kids, come to the New Brunswick Museum to make masks and models and learn many TRUE New Brunswick animal stories about Bugs, Bats, and Beavers 10 a.m. "" 5 p.m. today. Who needs make-believe when real life is so amazing! Regular museum admission.
Halloween Storytime runs 10:30 a.m. "" 4:30 p.m. at the Saint John Free Public Library. Drop in at any time, and wear your costume! There will be crafts and treats! Free!
Get your face on at the City Market between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m., with artist Nate Guimond skillfully painting your Halloween look! All ages welcome. There is no charge, but donations to the Inner City Youth Ministry would be gladly accepted.
From 2 p.m. "" 3 p.m., come to the Imperial Theatre for Old Thomas and The Little Fairy, based on the children's book by Dominique Demers and choreographed by Hélène Langevin. For more information visit www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca or call Imperial Theatre Box Office (506) 674-4100.
The Saint John Bark Park is hosting their third annual Howlin' Halloween Party, 1 p.m. "" 3:30 p.m. at the park! Registration for the costume parade is $2. Come for treats, prizes and a howlin' good time. For more information, visit www.saintjohnbarkpark.com.
Slowcoaster, Divine Heist, and DJ BBADD play at Le Faubourg, 125 Prince William St. tonight. Tickets are available at Mister Music and Backstreet Records.
Try Geocaching for Treats 2:30 p.m. "" 3:30 p.m. at the Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park today! (meet at the cul-de-sac entrance). All ages welcome, and equipment is provided, but space is limited! Halloween costumes welcome! There are prizes! Free!
The Voyageur II is hosting their second annual Halloween Haunted Cruise, a two-hour cruise on the St. John River for adults only, 9 p.m. "" 11 p.m. The boat will have plenty of ghoulish decorations and food, along with a live band and games! This is a one-of-a-kind Halloween experience! Call 738-8484 for more information.
Every Saturday, heat up the night with some salsa and meringue at Taco Pica with Fiesta Latina from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Taco Pica is located at 96 Germain Street. For more information call 633-8492.
Sunday, Nov. 1
The Chop Chop Festival for Foodies gets underway today (ending Nov. 7). During this seven-day festival, uptown restaurants will offer up tempting and irresistible specials. Check out www.uptownsj.com for more details.
Classic Albums Live returns to the Imperial Theatre 8 p.m. "" 10 p.m. tonight, presenting Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon. Hear hits like Money, Time, and Eclipse, played cut for cut by top-notch musicians. For more information, call Imperial Theatre Box Office or visit www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca
Monday, Nov. 2
There's an old-fashioned double feature running at the Imperial Theater tonight! The Diary Within My Head (produced, written, and performed by Clyde A. Wray) and Lysistrata (written by Aristophanes, retold and directed with a cast of eight by Clyde A. Wray) run 8 p.m. "" 9:45 p.m. at a single cost of $25. 674-4100.
Tuesday, Nov. 3
John McDermott brings a moving tribute to past and present members of our country's armed forces to the Imperial Theatre tonight. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased online at www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca, by visiting Imperial Theatre Box Office, or by calling 674-4100 or 1-800-323-SHOW for out-of-town callers. Discounts are available for veterans and currently serving members of the Canadian Forces and their family. www.johnmcdermott.com.
Wednesday, Nov. 4
The Atlantic Salmon Federation has their annual conservation dinner 6 p.m. "" 10:30 p.m. at the Marco Polo Cruise Terminal tonight. Funds raised will be dedicated to scientific research into declining wild salmon populations. 1-800-565-5666. www.asf.ca.
The Saint John Sea Dogs face off against the Halifax Mooseheads for a home game 7 p.m. tonight at Harbour Station! 657-1234.
[Galleries
& Museums]
Citadel Gallery features the art of several established artists, as well as the work of up-and-coming local artists. 162 Charlotte Street. Mon-Fri 9-5.
Saint John Arts Centre "" 20 Hazen Avenue, Saint John. 633-4870.
Third Space Gallery For information contact John Marshall Third Space Gallery coordinator, visit www.thirdspacegallery.ca, phone: 696-0862, or e-mail: tiersespace@gmail.com.
Library Gallery - SJAC's own fibre artists extraordinaire, the Carnegie Rughookers
Cobalt Gallery - Tue to Fri, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fourth floor, John Law Building, 89 Canterbury Street.
Fulcrum Gallery - Various work on display. 213 Water St. Saint Andrews, NB. Call 529- 3306 for more information.
Rotunda and Canada Games Galleries - Annual exhibit of works by Saint John High School's International Baccalaureate Art Class.
Hooper Studios Gallery Come see Light Phantasmagorical,a photographic exhibit by Valerie Biebuyck. Join an artist demonstrating their craft every Saturday afternoon from noon to 4 at the Hooper Studios Gallery in Hampton. There is something new to see every week in the Gallery. Find unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. We are also open by chance or appointment. Call us to set up a time to visit! 650-3333; 177 Kennebecasis River Road www.artathooperstudios.com
Klausen Gallery, 106 Prince William St., 693-9976. Mediterranean Moments by Jocelyn T. Bichard. Open Monday thru Friday, 10 a.m. "" 5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. "" 1 p.m.
Lorenzo Society Art Show Series Dave Dave Skyrie's A Handful of Earth runs until October 24 at the Staff Club, Ward Chipman Library Building, UNB Saint John, 100 Tucker Park Road 648-5757.
The New Brunswick Museum One Market Square. 643-2300: Mon "" Wed and Fri: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday and Holidays: noon - 5 p.m.
Exhibition At the Imperial Theatre Currently showing watercolour paintings and pastel works of landscapes and seascapes by Anne Johnston of St. David Ridge, N.B. Main lobbies, Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square 674-4101.
Handworks Gallery, 12 King Street, Handworks Gallery features the work of over 50 of New Brunswick's finest artists and craftspeople. Visit our gallery to see jewelry, pottery, painting, sculpture and metalwork. Call 652-9787 Saint John. Now featuring the work of jeweler Gisele Theriault, with beautifully handcrafted, inscribed pieces with venetian glass,natural stone and sterling silver. New work and classic designs. For more info visit www.handworks.ca
Peter Buckland Gallery 693-9721. www.peterbucklandgallery.ca
The Gallery at Tim Isaac Art and Antiques 97 Prince William St. Saint John, N.B. E2L 2B2. They provide collectors and art admirers an opportunity to see works in a gallery context which normally would be sold at auction while also promoting the region's historic artists, nationally and internationally. The Gallery is always interested in acquiring important New Brunswick and Canadian art. The gallery offers clients the option of consigning their art works for private sale or to be sold at one of their regular auctions as they have done for over 30 years. Please visit the website at www.timisaac.com and click on "The Gallery" for photos of the paintings.
Trinity Galleries Works by Amy Ash & John Ackerson. Hours are Monday "" Friday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.trinitygalleries.ca.
Millenium Artplace Saint John Free Public Library, One Market Square. 649-6040.
Saint John Library Gallery Carnegie Rughookers "" My Best Yet.
[Ongoing]
Become A Better Speaker And Leader - Wednesdays. 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. 18th floor, Brunswick Square Tower, Germain Street. Join Harbourside Toastmasters to help improve your public speaking confidence and skills in a positive, interactive group setting. Program is affordable, self-paced and proven. Guests and new members always welcome. 849-0574.
Drawing Classes with Young Leonardos. Instructor: Roger Foucault- formally trained, certified, and practiced in classical/traditional animation, as well as being a published children's book illustrator. Roger also provide drawing seminars and workshops around various schools in New Brunswick. Ask about our private lessons that are now available. Check our website at www.youngleonardos.ca or call 657-DRAW (3729) for more information.
Harbourside Toastmasters helps people to improve public speaking confidence and skills in a positive, interactive group setting. Guests and new members are always welcome. Regular meetings are held Wednesdays, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., 18th Floor, Brunswick Square Tower, Saint John. For more information, contact: info@harbourside.freetoasthost.net or Kathryn Hanson 849-0574.
Highland Dancing Programs Classes to be held on Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings in the Rothesay area. Introduction to Highland Dance for Pre-Schoolers; Beginner Dancers; and a special 10-week Adults Program. Rothesay School of Highland Dancing is a not-for-profit association with a philosophy to provide fun and fitness while learning about Highland Dance and promoting the Scottish Culture. Professionally taught, fun classes for recreation, competition and exam levels. Instructors have over 30 years of experience. Grace, coordination, concentration and strength in motion. For more information about our open registration please call (506) 847-1216.
Become A Better Speaker And Leader - Wednesdays. 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. 18th floor, Brunswick Square Tower, Germain Street. Join Harbourside Toastmasters to help improve your public speaking confidence and skills in a positive, interactive group setting. Program is affordable, self-paced and proven. Guests and new members always welcome. (506) 849-0574.
Kennebecasis Public Library Kennebecasis Public Library, One Landing Court, Quispamsis. (506) 849-5314.
Ambiance Day Spa & Wellness Center, offering beginner to advanced classes in Yoga, Pilates, Dance, Infant Massage, Labour Support, Prenatal Yoga and Mom & Baby Workout Yoga. Drop in and preregister for classes. Check out our calendar online www.theambiancespa.com or call 642-6422.
Bluegrass Jam Festival- 7:30 to 10 p.m. Every Monday evening. Saint John Marina, 2050 Westfield Road. Bluegrass musicians wanted. Public welcome. For more information visit http://www.bluegrassfriends.com or call 738-2988.
Camarilla Live Action Role-Playing - An evening of LARP based on the World of Darkness setting by White Wolf Game Studios. New members welcome. Must be 18 years of age or older. We meet Saturday evenings at the Community Health Center behind Saint Joseph's Hospital at 6:30 p.m. Please use back door. Knock loudly. For more info please e-mail dchodt@yahoo.ca
Children's Department - Saint John Free Public Library For more information call the Children's Department at (506) 643-7239.
The Free Reeling Film Society presents a film every Monday evening at the Somerset Pub. Showtime is at 8 p.m. and all are welcome. Come view a film free of charge in the company of friends. Phone 652-5238 for further details.
Customized Workshops for Your Non Profit Organizations - The Saint John Volunteer Centre is pleased to be able to offer Customized Workshops for Non Profit Organizations. These workshops consist of topics on Board Development and Volunteer Management. Their excellent trainers will take the topic of your choice and tailor it for your organization. These workshops can be anywhere from 1 hour to a full day. They can be presented at the location of your choice. For Workshop Costs and further information contact: Valerie Fitzpatrick Training Resources Coordinator Saint John Volunteer Centre (506) 658-1555 vol.training@nb.aibn.com
Explore Past Life Regression through hypnosis, P. O'Donnell, C. H. 693-3523.
Film Pix- First Tuesday of each month. Empire 10, McAllister Drive (East). Film Pix is your chance to see world-class indie, art-house and foreign language films, and support a major film scholarship for local youth at the same time. Join the audience on the first Tuesday of each month. For list of films, location, dates and more, visit www.filmpix.ca/schedule.htm).
Knitting Classes Cricket Cove, Saint John City Market, 47 Charlotte Street. Offering on-going knitting classes designed for Beginner/Intermediate knitters. Pre-Registered classes run for 2, 3 or 4 weeks, a total of 6 hours of instruction for the cost of $35, plus tax and materials. Cricket Cove also offers Private Knitting Lessons for $25 an hour. For a further description of classes, please speak with a member of their helpful staff or call Cricket Cove during business hours at the Saint John City Market (506) 642-2797.
Learn To Draw Each Saturday 1 to 2 p.m. Michaels Arts & Crafts, 80 McAllister Drive. Classical / traditional animator and published children's book and medical illustrator Roger Foucault will be offering drawing lessons for beginners level, ages 8 to 12. (Classes for older kids and adults to be announced soon). Price: $17 per class (supplies are included in the cost). This beginners level is a 6-week course. Lessons include drawing using basic shapes; still life drawing; perspective drawing; drawing using proper proportioning; cartooning; and landscape drawing. Intermediate and advanced courses will be introduced soon to further expand and enhance the drawing experience. This is a great introductory opportunity for those who wish to broaden their drawing skills and pursue their passion in the art of drawing as taught by a professional in this field. Adult learning classes are also available. Please register with customer service at the Michaels store location. (506) 693-7700.
Registration for music lessons at Music from the Heart. Private piano, guitar, voice group voice, childrens classes adult voice contact Elaine Boulanger, 672-2305 or 651-0479. www.elaineboulanger.com. Lessons start September 8.
Mitchell Music Studio: Guitar lessons with Jonathan Mitchell, performance artist. Look for their upcoming rock and recording camps. Spaces still available with Susan Mitchell, voice teacher- all styles, all ages, and piano lessons. Located at the Gothic Arches, uptown Saint John. Phone, 693-4229.
Saint John Kennebecasis Valley Newcomers "" If you are new to this area and would like to join this national organization for women, call Sue at 633-8513 or e-mail us at sjkvnewcomers@hotmail.com. We get together for monthly lunches and coffees, book club, weekly bridge, mahjong, walking, Moms & Tots along with other interest groups and social get-togethers. Get in touch"¦meet other "newcomers" to the Saint John area.
Saint John Gurdjieff Group For people interested in the Fourth Way teaching as brought by G.I. Gurdjieff and his pupils. Please leave a message at (506) 657-4534 or visit website at www.gurdjieffmaritimes.ca
The Saint John Men's Chorus, under the direction of Mr. David Mitchell, is recruiting new members. We rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 668 Manawagonish Road. For more information, please call 738 8281.
The South West New Brunswick Chapter of the Professional Writers Association of Canada (SWNB - PWAC) meets the second Tuesday evening of each month at 6:45 p.m. at Brenan's Select Funeral Home, 1461 Manawagonish Road in Saint John. This intimate group of experienced writers meets monthly to discuss the business of writing. Anyone interested in making money as a professional writer is invited to come and learn about PWAC and its ability to help writers develop their writing opportunities. Call Trudy at 832-0338 or e-mail trudan@nbnet.nb.ca for more information.
The Saint John Shambhala Meditation Group meets weekly. All welcome. For more information, please contact 696-0802 or saintjohnshambhala@gmail.com.
Tarot readings "" To book an intuitive consultation please call Melinda DeLong at 674-2510.
Yoga at The Yoga Studio, breathe, feel, relax, watch and allow. Classes offered for all levels, beginners to seasoned yogis. Call Debra Bathgate your Kripalu Certified Teacher at 642-1103 for her upcoming schedule of classes. Visit www.kripalu.org for further information about this method of Hatha Yoga.
The Yoga Outlet offers classes for everyone. All ages, body types and experience levels are welcome! Check out www.yogaoutlet.ca for more information or call 658-YOGA (9642) for more information.
Weekend Public Swims - Aquatic Centre Saturday & Sundays: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Canada Games Aquatic Centre, 50 Union Street. Admission: Adults $7.50, Children $5., Family of four: $20. For more information: (506)658-4715.
West Branch Public Library: Babies in the Library, Time for Tots, Pre-School Story Time, Hackmatack Book Club, The Knitting Club, Family Drop-In Program, Book Club In A Bag: All these activities take place here. For more information or if you would like to register for a program contact the Library at 643-7260 or e-mail us at westbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca.
Sunday Soulful Sessions The Unitarian Universalist Church of Saint John on Sandy Point Rd. will bring live music, video, drums, poetry and more to their sanctuary every first and third Sunday of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. It's part coffee house, part jam session and part Sunday service, creating a fun space where singing, dancing and a spiritual celebration takes place.and Congregation participation is encouraged. and the larger Saint John community. The event's format will change depending on the participants and theme.
Cherry Brook Zoo Foster Thurston Drive. The zoo is open daily all year (except Christmas day); the zoo's hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with last admission at 4 p.m. Admission cost is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $6 for youth (13-17), and $4.25 for children 3-12. Family rate for two adults and two children is $21, taxes included. Yearly passes for two adults and two kids are $125. Children under three free. For zoo information about catered seminars; birthday parties; volunteering; 2009 Junior Zookeeper Day Camp please call the zoo office (506) 634-1440.
Rhoda's Flea Market Sundays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Exhibition Park. The Market features 20,000 square feet of furniture, home cooking, German sausages, fruits and vegetables, books, clothing, toys, jewelry, antiques, groceries, household items, an all-day breakfast, and
Kennebecasis Public Library, 1 Landing Court, Quispamsis Story Time for children 18 months and still under 3 years and their parents/caregivers runs Tuesday mornings from 10:30 to11:00 a.m. Registration is not required. Three-and-Up Club Story Time for children 3 to 5 years and their parents/caregivers runs Friday mornings from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. Registration is not required.
Reading Buddies Group: For elementary school aged children who are learning English as a second language. Saturdays from 10:00 to12:00 p.m. Family Drop-In Table: Our family drop-in centre has weekly themes and crafts for parents/caregivers and children to enjoy together. Adult Book Club meets every third Thursday between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. Newcomers Coffee Hour meets every Saturday from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m. Make new friends and practice your English in a comfortable social setting. Everyone welcome. Warm up your winter with some creative knits at the Tuesday Night Yarn Club! Every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
East Branch Public Library, 545 Westmorland Road 643-7250 Pre-School Storytime runs 10:30-11:00 a.m. Thursdays; The Family Drop-In Program is available anytime the library is open. Other ongoing programs include the Hackmatack Book Club for children and the Adult's Book Club.
Ongoing programs at the West Branch Library include Babies in the Library, Time for Tots, Pre-School Story Time, Parent Child Book Club, Knitting Club, Family Drop-In Program, Gates Computer Lab, Mystery Book Club and Chick Lit Book Club. The gallery features paintings by Dorren Boyd. Call 643-7260 or e-mail westbranch.publiclibrary@gnb.ca for more information.
Summer Science and Sports Camps for kids are being offered by the Faculty of Science, Applied Science and Engineering at UNBSJ. The science program provides the opportunity to explore the fascinating world of science through hands-on activities. The sports portion of the camp promotes daily physical activity through games and team sports. Camps are available for students entering grades 2-9 in September. For further information, please contact Jill at 648-5927.
Butterfly Bisque Paint Your Own Pottery is hosting a series of unique story time hours for guests every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. We are reading a short children's book and painting a piece of pottery that relates to the story! For information, email us at FireItUp@ButterflyBisque.ca or call 847-1846 to sign up. Capacity is limited. Price $10-$15. 83J Hampton Road (CIBC Mall), Rothesay.
It's 'Open Mic: Sing it and Wing it" Wednesday at the Vintage Bistro & Lounge in Hampton. Enjoy a combination of comedy, music and all around good time! Check out www.vintagebistro.com for information on this and other events.
Join the new Night-at-the-Museum youth group at the New Brunswick Museum. This group, for ages 10-13, will meet Thursdays 6:30 p.m. "" 8 p.m. from November until March. Cost is $3.25, or $32 for a full year membership.
The Saint John Multicultural and Newcomers Resource Centre offers classes in Conversational English on Tuesdays 5 p.m. - 6 p.m., Wednesdays 4 p.m. "" 6 p.m., Thursdays 10:30 a.m. "" 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. "" 6 p.m. on the third floor of the City Market building. This is a great opportunity for newcomers to develop their English skills, and for Canadians to learn about other cultures while helping out! For further information on the classes, or to volunteer, please contact Nathan White at 642-4242 or nathan.white@sjmnrc.ca.
Entry Application forms for the 57th Annual Saint John Santa Claus Parade are available now at Market News in Market Square, The Lotto Booth at Brunswick Square, the Business Resource Centre at 40 King Street, by calling 633-9797, or emailing info@uptownsj.com. Let's work hard to make this the best parade yet!
Breath, Body & Blessings is a Christ-centered yoga practice available to all who need a break from the fast pace of life. Drop in classes are twice a week in the North end. For info please email Breathbodyblessings@hotmail.com or call 639-6011.
The Saint John Multicultural and Newcomers Resource Centre is hosting an interactive job-finding class 10 a.m. "" 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, in conjunction with the PRUDE Access Centre, on the fourth floor of the City Market. Learn how to use your computer to find jobs! Registration is mandatory, as space is limited. Other upcoming employment workshops include The Art of Interviewing on Oct. 23, 1 p.m. "" 3 p.m., and Cover-Letter and Resume Writing on Oct. 26 from 10:30 a.m. "" 12 p.m.. For further information or to register, please contact Mary Stack at 642-6464.
[Workshops]
Marvelous Mosaics with Kathy Hooper runs Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost is $150.We will cover the history and basics of mosaics, and the importance of a good design. Materials cost dependent on the project, aprox. $10 to $30. Bring your lunch for Saturday. We provide homemade cookies, tea or coffee and a delicious Sunday lunch.To preregister call: 506 650-3333 177 Kennebecasis River Road, Hampton www.artathooperstudios.com
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