Events
Published Thursday October 29th, 2009
Thursday, October 29 to Sunday November 8
Live Bait Theatre, Sackville, in association with Frankie Productions, presents the world premiere of "The Adventures of Donna Earla Glick", a racy, road-trip comedy written and performed by Mary Ellen MacLean. 8 p.m., with matinee performances at 2 p.m. on Saturdays. 536-2248 or www.livebaittheatre.com
Friday, October 30
Classic Albums Live presents Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon Capitol Theatre 8 p.m. Tickets: $35
Lamb of God with GWAR, Job for a Cowboy, at The Moncton Coliseum 8 p.m.
The Power Hour 80's Heavy Metal cover band at The Manhatten
Kramer's Corner presents Rik & Brendan 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Studio 7 Hundred presents The Story from NYC
Saturday, October 31
What's that buzz? Master bee-keeper Paul Vautour and Nature Moncton will be hosting a workshop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Tankville School, 1665 Elmwood Drive. He will have a display of bee-keeping paraphernalia and a demonstration hive with live bees. Bring your own lunch and appropriate clothing for the season. Weather permitting, we will also visit Paul's apiary (bee yard) in Irishtown. As seating is limited, register with Judi Berry-Steeves at 387-4778 or jbsteeve@nbnet.nb.ca. Registration fee: members $5; non-members $10; children free. Call 384-6937 for more information or visit www.naturemoncton.org.
David Copperfield brings "An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion" to The Moncton Coliseum Show times are 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Sunday, November 1
Wesley Memorial United Church, 168 Cameron Street, celebrates their 118th Anniversary at 2:30 p.m. The winner of the Maritime Prize for Excellence in Preaching will deliver the award winning sermon, "Change is Good", with special music from handbells, organ and choir. Reception to follow in the gym. All are welcome. For those wanting to stretch their spirituality, it's not too late to join one of the small weekly groups formed on October 28. Following the theme of "Change is Good", Dr. Phillip Griffin-Alward will lead "Seismic Shifts "" Leading in Times of Change" and Rev. Gayle MacDonald of Humphrey Memorial United Church will lead "Dynamics of Transformational Change."
Monday, November 2
PACE monthly meeting at Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 6, 100 War Veterans Avenue, 8 p.m. 852-4576 or 382-8329
Register now for full day workshop Enhancing Literacy Skills in the Early Years, sponsored by the Moncton Chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association on Saturday, November 14. Presenters are Eric Grandmaison, a psychologist specializing in neuropsychology and Rhonda Rubin, a speech-language pathologist. Fee for workshop, including lunch and break: $50. Contact Millie LeBlanc at 386-1341 or email ldmoncton@yahoo.ca
Wednesday, November 4
Opening for art exhibit by Francine Dion at Capitol Theatre Gallery from 5 to 7 p.m.
Thursday, November 5
Wellness Fair at NBCC Moncton, 1234 Mountain Road from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
There will be health and wellness related exhibitions, product demonstrations, information booths and door prizes. Free admission.
Friday, November 6
The Mount Allison University Performing Arts Series presents Zodiac Trio: classical chamber music for clarinet, violin and piano, at Brunton Auditorium in the MYB Conservatory of Music, 134 West Main Street AT 8 p.m. Tickets are $25/Adults, $13/Students. Children 4-18 are free when accompanied by an adult. 364-2662 or performarts@mta.ca
Moncton Chapter of Professional Writers Association of Canada presents an editing workshop by Frances Peck, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Moncton Press Club. Fee: $150 for members of provincial writing associations and $170 for general public and includes workbook, lunch and coffee break. Pre-register at info@monctonwriters.com or visit www.monctonwriters.ca for more information.
Rose Cousins performs at Sackville United Church, 112 Main Street. 8 p.m. $20.
The public is welcome to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bessborough School at an Open House at the school on Friday, Nov. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. Meet current and former classmates, principals, teachers, and staff, and listen to special music provided by the school choir. Bessborough, a K-8 school for students in Moncton's west end, is marking its golden anniversary with a new $30,000 50th Anniversary Legacy Center purchased through the generosity of individual school supporters and corporate sponsors. GTECH and SPIELO donated $15,000 in computer equipment as part of GTECH's After School Advantage program. The community, Bessborough school alumni, and supporters helped to match the GTECH/SPIELO donation with an additional $15,000 toward the purchase of a Smart Board and completion of the center's renovations. A special Legacy Wall at the heart of the center will display the names of the donors who helped to add value to Bessborough students' educational experience. For more information, contact Jocelyn Cohoon, Legacy Committee co-chair at 853-3512 (daytime); Tracey Deware, Legacy Committee co-chair at
382-2415 (evening); or Sally Somers, Bessborough School Principal, at 856-3404.
Saturday, November 7
Celebrating your spirit. What if instead of being brought up to be 'good' we were brought up to be 'great'? How different would our lives be? Come join us for an exciting, exhilarating full day session and learn to live your best life, right now! Wedgewood Centre, Mountain Road. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $170 hst. Conctact: Bev Crossman at 863-5189.
PACE (Moncton Singles) is holding a dance at the Beauséjour Curling Club, 80 Lockart Ave, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with Butch Bérubé as entertainment. . Wear your cowboy boots and hat for our western theme night. Members: $4, non-members: $6. Call 852-4576 or 382-8329.
[Galleries]
The Art Shack 370 Acadie Ave., Dieppe, offers the following classes: Figure Drawing, Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m.; Bilingual Adult Art Class, Tuesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Adult Art Class (English); Kids Classes for ages 5 to 8, Thursday from 5:30 to 7 p.m.; and Saturday from 10:15 to 11:45 a.m.; for ages 9 to 14, Wednesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. All classes start weekly. Visit www. artshack.ca; call 855-7422; email shop@artshack.ca
Capitol Theatre Gallery presents the art of Francine Dion, from November 4 to December 5.
CBC Georges-Goguen Gallery Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 382-8326
Dieppe City Hall Gallery is located at 333 Acadie Ave. Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 877-7900.
Galerie d'art de l'Université de Moncton Come discover the Art of Acadie. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Clément Cormier Building. See: www.umoncton.ca/gaum Current Exhibition: Mass Sculpture by Armand Vaillancourt, Quebec, until November 1.
Galerie Maurice Henri (73 Highfield St, Moncton) features The Neg's Series #1, 207 "" 2008 by Joel Culligan. Visit this unique collection of rural and urban landscape photographs taken in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. For information, phone: 860-7728, email: foto@rogers.com or visit www.galeriemauricehenrigallery.com
Galerie Sans Nom The programming season proposes exhibitions featuring contemporary art by invited artists, focusing on conceptual art and installation. All openings will be held on the fist Friday of the exhibition at 8 pm. Admission is free. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. and by appointment on Saturday. Galerie Sans Nom and Salle Sans Sous are located on the main floor of the Aberdeen Cultural Centre, 140 Botsford St.
October 30 to December 11
Up and About Again by Maarit Suomi-Väänänen and Scenes from a Secret World by Amalie Atkins.
The Moncton Gallery, located in the lobby of City Hall, 655 Main St. presents the City of Moncton Collection of Fine Art. October 5 to November 5. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Moncton Public Library will feature the art works of Jeanne LeBlanc Mullin, and Shayla Perreault Newcomb as part of the annual "Mentor Series." An art opening will be held at noon on November 4, with a light meal served. The glass display cases will feature Belly Castings by Lidia Branch. All three exhibitions will remain for the month of November.
Owens Art Gallery, Mount Allison University, 61 York Street presents Portraits of Sound, in celebration of Canadian composers. It's a unique and dynamic meeting of musical and visual creative activity. Exhibition and events run until December 4. For full schedule of events visit: www.mta.ca/owens
Struts Gallery, 7 Lorne Street, Sackville, is free and open to the public 7 days a week, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. For more information: email: info@strutsgallery.ca or call: 536-1211.
La Teraz, 154 Church St. is exhibiting Places I've Been/People I've Seen, recent oil paintings by Cathy Linfield and Jessalyn Forsythe, first exhibition of the Kaleidoscope Art Project. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 2 to 5 p.m.
[Ongoing]
Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer for a good cause and have fun at the same time? The K94.5 Skate for Heart Committee, which organizes a major fund raiser for the Heart & Stroke Foundation of N. B. is looking for dynamic individuals to assist with organizing the event scheduled for February 7, 2010 at the Moncton Coliseum. Contact Nisha MacBeth at 855-9636 or email: hsfmctn@nb.sympatico.ca
Far Out East Cinema Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 8 p.m. U de M campus, Jacqueline Bouchard Bldg, Amphitheatre 163. Admission: $6.00/non-members, $4.00/members. Call Hugh Murphy at 859-2475. See [events] section for weekly schedule.
The Focus Camera Club meets every second and fourth Thursday, 6:30 p.m. for meet & greet; club meeting begins at 7 p.m. U de M campus, Rémi Rossignol Building, Room D 102. Annual membership fees are $25/senior, $30/regular, $45/family. Visit: www.focucameraclub.blogspot.com
Karaoke at O'Brien's Pub, Riverview, every Thursday, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Kramer's Corner Every Thursday is Kramer's Unplugged with Alex Madsen. Bring your guitar and play a tune from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Every Friday and Saturday, it's Kramer's @ Night, with great acoustic acts, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Jonathan's Music City Museum and Opry, 3170 Mountain Road, Magnetic Hill, features a country music show every Saturday at 7 p.m.
Studio 7 Hundred Every Friday we have jazz/blues to end your work week. Doors open at 5 p.m. and live entertainment plays until 10 p.m. DJ Offspring playing until closing time. On Saturday, there's live entertainment in the Lower Level from 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Cover charge: $4.75
Open Mic Songwriter Night at St. James' Gate, Church St., will take place on the first Tuesday of each month, from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. It is open to a public audience.
Advance ticket sales are now available for the next Hairy Tease Production: The Mind with the Dirty Man, an adult comedy playing Nov 11 to 14, at $15 from MacArthur's Flower Shop, Read's Newstand, Riverview; Winexpert (new location at 1852 Mtn. Rd) and the Theatre l'Escouette box office. Preview night tickets are $10 and available at the box office only. Visit www.hairytease.com
Cricket Cove is now offering a full line-up of classes and workshops at all three locations. For further details please visit the web site at www.cricketcove.com or call Black's Harbour, 456-3897; Saint John, 642-2797; Moncton, 384-7920.
Do you like the inspirational teachings of Michael Beckwith, Esther Hicks, Michael Losier, Eckhart Tolle, Earnest Holmes, Louise Hay, Bob Proctor, Wayne Dyer, Marianne Williamson, Neale Donald Walsh, Doreen Virtue, Deepak Chopra, the movie The Secret. Join Anara Kashna & Friends and be supported in understanding and living these ideas within our Inspiring Weekly Sunday Solace! Sundays 10:30 a.m. at the Moncton Crowne Plaza $10 www.SacredLivingCircle.com
McSweeney's Dinner Theatre, 700 Main Street, Moncton presents Who Shot the Boss? until January 10, 2010. Does someone at your workplace look like they're about to snap? Maybe you're that person. You're at the company awards banquet when somebody gets pushed too far and the boss winds up dead. All the usual suspects will be under investigation. Was it the secretary? The temp? The weird guy no one likes? You can help put the culprit in handcuffs or just watch it all unfold while tapping your toes to your favourite music at work. Info and tickets: (506) 857-9124
Greater Moncton Aikikai is accepting new students in Aikido and Iaido. Registration begins September 9 at Mathieu Martin High School, Dieppe, for classes on Monday and Wednesday, from 6 to 9 p.m. Ask about our new Aikido For Me program. This program allows kids to practice free if household income is less than $50,000 per year or live in a single parent home. More info at www.gmaikikai.ca
he Alliance Française de Moncton (AFM) offers a wide variety of courses to fit everyone's objectives, schedules and budget. With group, private and 'made to measure' courses, we have the right training for you. 2009 fall session is starting soon! For more information on all your course options, visit www.afmoncton.ca or contact us at (506) 387-5056.
The Oneness Health & Wisdom Centre invites you a to presentation demonstrating a new water technology that turns regular tap water into a super anti-oxidant rich, micro-clustered, oxygenating, highly alkaline, living health drink. Every Tuesday, 7 to 8:30 p.m. 100 Botsford Street. Call 388-4100.
Aikido Moncton is now accepting new students at our new location (inside the Main St. Superstore). For more information including class times, please visit our website at www.aikidomoncton.com or call Chuck at 384-7428. Classes are available for the whole family. Free information session every Tuesday at 6 p.m.
The Sussex Avenue Fiddlers offer musical greetings for as a fundraiser for their projects. Surprise and entertain your loved ones for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions with fiddling, singing, piping, step-dancing or yodeling right on their own doorstep. For information contact Sylvia at 386-4601.
Dexter's Flea Market is Moncton's most centrally located flea market. There are thousands of items, new and used, at unbeatable prices. Saturday and Sunday in Highfield Square from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Table Bookings and Info: 871-2723. www.dextersmarket.
Moncton Flea Market Every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 44 Somers Drive, Moncton. INFO: call: 227-3777 or see: www.monctonfleamarket.ca
Safe Spaces. It can be difficult to come to terms with the realization that you may be gay. It can be even more difficult to talk to your friends and your family. There are many others in your school and in your community feeling just like you. Talking to someone who understands your feelings and the issues around sexual orientation can really help. If you are between 14 and 25 years old, lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or questioning your sexual orientation, Safe Spaces is for you. Support Groups: GLB Youth get together to share their experiences and offer support to each other. Meeting every first Monday of the month from 6 to 8:00 p.m. INFO: 854-3049
Support to Single Parents will deliver educational programs, in French or English as per request or available resources. Registration is required, please call 858-1303 or visit www.supporttosingleparents.ca for more information.
Mom 2 Mom, every Tuesday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Hillside Baptist Church
The National Film Board Club encourages all film lovers to attend their screenings held at the Moncton Public Library. All are welcome and no registration required. Please call 869-6000 for more information about the club and other events taking place at the library.
Moncton Beavers Association is recruiting new members; open to boys and girls aged 5 to 7. Please contact the group commissioner Mary Ashton at 855-9023 for more information about joining our 23 million Beavers around the world.
Tribal Rhythms, a new belly dancing studio is offering courses in belly-dancing and fire poi. Join introduction to belly dance or ongoing workouts and drills. Contact John for more information at jon.joncommon@gmail.com.
The South-East Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services is accepting registrations for American Sign Language classes for all levels. For more information or to register, please call 859-6101
The Laundromat Cafe at the corner of St. George and Cameron Streets will be hosting a Monday night Monkeytown Comix Jam at 7 p.m. the last Monday of every month. Basic materials like paper, pencils and sharpies will be provided, but feel free to bring your favourite scribbling device. The bar also hosts Craught 'n' draught "" The first Monday of every month. For anyone who likes to craft and drink while doing it. Anything from needlepoint, to Bedazzlers, to knitting is welcome.
The Bodywise Yoga Studio offers morning, noon and evening classes Monday to Friday, and classes in the morning and afternoon on Saturdays. Call 388-1881 for more information.
The Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline program collects items you no longer want or need in order to generate revenue for those suffering from diabetes. If you'd like to donate your clothes, please call 1-800-505-5525 for a free home pick up or to find the nearest drop off box.
Like to hike? Join the Outdoor Enthusiasts Club. Please call 386-1290. For a complete list of events, please visit the website at www.oemoncton.homestead.com.
Big Brothers, Big sisters organization is looking for qualified individuals to become Big Brothers to kids who are waiting for their match. Young boys are currently waiting for three to five years to be paired with an older brother and 40 boys are currently on the waiting list. Only a few hours a week are required to be a mentor. Please visit www.beabig.ca or call 857-3047 for more information.
The YWCA has a variety of seminars and classes, including yoga, offered throughout the year. Spaces are always limited, please call now to register at 855-4349 or visit www.ywcamoncton.com to see what they have to offer. At present, they are offering a meditation workshop.
The Moncton Public Library will be hosting monthly Anime Club meetings at 6 p.m. Anime is the uniquely styled animation produced in Japan and is often adapted from Japanese comics known as manga. Anime will be shown on a projection screen and there will be free snacks. The shows are dubbed in English, the event is recommended for those over 13. Please call 869-6000 or e-mail mplib@gnb.ca for more information.
London-Wul Farm, Melanson Road, Lakeburn, offers a full schedule of workshops year round, including spinning and dyeing. For directions to the studio, please visit their web site at www.thewoolworks.com or call 382-6990.
Need your GED or an upgrade? The Neil Squire Society allows you to learn at your own pace in a comfortable, accessible learning environment. Visit www.neilsquire.ca for more information or call 856-9101.
The Moncton Public Library is holding three book clubs for adults. The meetings will be held on a monthly basis and anyone is welcome to join at any time. The morning English group meets at 10 a.m. on the second Friday of the month, the English evening group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday and the French group meets at 2 p.m. on the second Thursday. Admission is free but registration is required. For more information or to register, call 869-6036 or visit the library at 644 Main Street.
The Moncton Naturalists Club has already begun hosting bird watching fieldtrips and workshops. If you're interested in joining and learning more about local wildlife, the club meets the third Tuesday of each Moncton at 7 p.m. at the Church of Nazarene on 21 Fieldcrest Drive. Please visit www.naturemoncton.org for a calendar of events.
The Comic Hunter on Lutz Street in Moncton holds board game nights every Thursday night at 5:45 p.m. This event is free and you are welcome to bring your own games. The store also holds Magic The Gathering (Type 2) nights every Friday at 6 p.m. $4, bring your own cards. For more information check out their Facebook group: the comic hunter Moncton.
FREE Breast self-examination clinics are held every Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon at Dr. Leon Richard Oncology Centre on Providence Street, Moncton. Information and appointments: call 862-4005 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
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