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Thursday, October 29

Celebrating Wicked Women and Their Voices: Presentations from their letters, diaries and published works for Women's History Month 2009. Thursday, 29 October 2009. 3:30 p.m. "" Tilley Hall on the UNB campus. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Department of History. Refreshments will be served.

I Tromboni: Since its formation in 1999, the musicians of this Vancouver-based quintet have been breaking down the barriers and stereotypes that have kept the trombone in the back row of the band for far too long. No more! I Tromboni incorporates music of many genres into their well-loved performances, with repertoire ranging from baroque to romantic, operatic to jazz, and popular to original compositions. Tickets are Adults $23 / Students $13. School-aged children accompanied by an adult are free. Centre Communautaire Sainte-Anne, 715 Priestman St.

Spotlight Classic Albums Live Series present Dark Side of the Moon: Back by popular demand is Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon. The first of the Classic Albums Live concerts to come to The Playhouse in 2006 will rock the stage once more. www.theplayhouse.nb.ca

Friday, October 30

Cinema Politica: Fredericton screens documentaries on Fridays at 7 p.m. at Conserver House, 180 St. John St., Fredericton. The films are followed by a discussion with those working locally on the issues presented in the films. The films are free and so is the popcorn! Donations are encouraged. To visit the fall schedule of films or find out more information about the documentaries, visit: www.cinemapolitica.org/fridaynightdocs Contact: fredericton@cinemapolitica.org

Meet Others Forum with Dr. Craig Proulx: "What Canadians Think They Know about Aboriginal Peoples and What They Don't Know." Oct. 30, 3:30-5:00 p.m, Holy Cross on the STU campus. The Meet Others Forum has been developed to host monthly discussions, with featured guests, to reflect on questions of tolerance, otherness, celebrating diversity, and other related questions. The atmosphere is student friendly; there will be time for questions and answers following the talk. All are welcome. Refreshments will be available.

Ripples Moving Outward: John McKendy's Legacy of Love in Action: On the occasion of the first anniversary of John McKendy's passing, and visits to Fredericton of Quakers from Burundi and British Columbia, the Canadian Friends Service Committee and the African Great Lakes Initiatitve would like to invite the STU/UNB community to a Friday afternoon gathering titled "Ripples Moving Outward: John McKendy's Legacy of Love in Action" to be held on October 30 at 4:30 p.m. in room 202 of Brian Mulroney Hall. There will be several guest speakers.

Critical Mass: Critical Mass is a bike ride held the last Friday of every month (Sept 25). In Fredericton, meet at People's Park (Officer's Square) on the corner of Regent and Queen. Ride leaves at 5:30 p.m. Upcoming dates: Friday, Oct 30, Friday, Nov 27.

Ken Tobias performs at Crumbs Café "" 6 & 9 p.m.

Indie Pop Night at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.

Saturday, October 31

Cuff The Duke, Sunparlour Players and Christina Martin perform at The Capital Complex "" 10 p.m.

The Nancies, Modern Day Merchant, Coffee Shop Affair, and Anagram for Cheese Sauce performs at Crumbs Café "" 8 p.m.

Dirty Deeds, an ACDC tribute perform at Musiplex "" 9 p.m.

Red Tie Affair: AIDS NB Fundraiser. AIDS New Brunswick is pleased to announce an exciting dining adventure featuring some of the best restaurants and finest chefs in Fredericton. In conjunction with local restaurants Crowne Plaza, Racines and The Blue Door, we are celebrating International Chefs Day with proceeds from the event going to support the work of AIDS NB. This progressive dining experience will begin at the Crowne Plaza Hotel with hors d'oeuvres and a complimentary glass of wine. Dinner will follow at one of the aforementioned venues where diners will select an entrée from exclusive menus specifically created for this event. To put the final touch on a fabulous evening all will meet back at the Crowne Plaza to indulge in a wonderful array of desserts. As there are a limited number of tickets available and it is first-come first-choice, they will sell quickly. So don your red tie and join us for an evening of fun and great dining pleasure. For more info: aidsnbpsc@nb.aibn.com

Sunday, November 1

Kataklysm "" Death Metal Super Group perform at Musiplex "" 9 p.m.

Monday, November 2

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: The Damned United, 97 minutes, UK, 2009.

Emm Gryner performs at Crumbs Café "" 8 p.m.

Tuesday, November 3

David Newberry and David Lang perform at Crumbs Café "" 8 p.m.

Wednesday, November 4

Dylan Gaudet performs at Crumbs Café "" 8 p.m.

[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