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[Events]

July 9-11

Day Camp For Kids (9-11 Years) - Irving Nature Park. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Friday. Irving Nature Park, Sand Cove Road, West. School is out, but the learning continues as kids can explore the park through hikes, games, crafts and other activities. Children must register prior to camp. Space is limited, so call today to book a space. As with all park events, this service is provided free of charge. Children are to be dropped off and picked up at the Information Kiosk (or at the Sheldon Point barn at 1379 Sand Cove Road, in case of rain). Call full details. (506) 653-7367.

July 10 "" 12

2008 Saltyjam - Thursday, July 10: Salty Crawl - Thirsty? Kick-off the weekend right with a pub crawl around several of Saint John's finer music establishments.

Friday, July 11: Salty Blues - Water Trout. Those of you who have already seen Walter Trout and the Radicals already know what the rest of us are in store for. His first time performing in Saint John: you won't want to miss this! Fan favourites Jimmy Swift band bring their finely tuned energy to surf city once again. Tickets: $30.

Saturday, July 12: Salty Pop - Sloan Hot on the heels of their new release, Sloan brings their infectious pop/rock formula to the main stage on Long Wharf in what is sure to be one of the "must see" events to hit the city in years. Opening acts include Tom Fun Orchestra and Carmen Townsend. Tickets: $40.

Jam Pass for only $60. Includes access to Long Wharf on both Friday and Saturday nights, as well as Friday night with Grand Theft Bus at Elwoods. Ticket and Jam Pass prices include service charges. Tickets available at Harbour Station and Market Square News, and at the door. www.saltyjam.ca.

July 10-13

The Dominion Conference Of The United Empire Loyalist Association - The Saint John Hilton and the Trade & Convention Center, 1 Market Square. Saint John will host Saint John 225! - the Dominion Conference of the United Empire Loyalist Association of Canada July 10-13. (506) 849-4727 or (506) 657-3760.

Friday, July 11

Exhibition Opening 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. City of Saint John Gallery, Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. "Common Thread," an exhibition of the area's most outstanding quilts. Everyone is welcome to attend! The City of Saint John Gallery is a program of the City's Cultural Affairs Office. (506) 649-6040.

Exhibitions Open 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. A number of new exhibitions will be officially opened by the Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick, His Honour Hermenegilde Chiasson. Everyone is welcome to attend! Refreshments provided. (506) 633-4870.

Summer Entertainment At The Rockwood Park Campground July 11 8 p.m., Johnny Storm & Sonny Weyman. In case of rain, performances will be held at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre). For more information: (506) 658-2883.

Monday, July 14

Cruise Ship Visit from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pugsley A. Cruise vessel "Grandeur Of The Seas" 1,900 passengers. (506) 636-4869.

Early Music Studio's "Monday Music Series" (CONCERT # 1 of 6) 12:15 to 12:50 p.m. St. John's (Stone) Church, 87 Carleton St. Presented by the Early Music Studio of Saint John. Part of a series of six concerts featuring leading New Brunswick musicians in programs of works from the 17th and 18th centuries. Performances take place every Monday between July 14 and August 18. Performers for the series include Tim Blackmore (recorder, harpsichord), Richard Kidd (harpsichord), Robert Lewis (bassoon), Sara Liptay (violin), Michael Molloy (organ), Edward Phillips (trumpet), and Sally Wright (flute). A freewill donation will be accepted. For more details visit the Studio's website at www.earlymusicstudio.ca Next concert: Monday, July 21.

Tuesday, July 15

Cruise Ship Visit 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Long Wharf. Cruise vessel "Norwegian Dawn" 2200 passengers. (506) 636-4869.

Walks N' Talks With David Goss 7 p.m. Meet at the Interpretative Pavilion, Irving Nature Park (near the Kiosk). Pirate Night in the Park. Free! Sponsored by J. D. Irving Ltd. Using stories, songs and stunts, David Goss' pirate crew will tell about the life of a pirate, and invite those present to join the crew. No walking. Bring lawn chairs for maximum comfort in seating and cups for the famous Irving Nature Park hot chocolate. (506) 672-8601.

Summer Entertainment At The Rockwood Park Campground July 15 8 p.m., Holly McFate. (In case of rain, performances will be held at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre). For more information: (506) 658-2883.

Wednesday, July 16

Summer Noon Concert Series (# 5 of 10). 12:15 to 12:50 p.m. Church of St. Andrew & St. David, 164 Germain St. Featuring Wai-Chung (Rachel) Kwan, Piano. Free-will offering. Wheelchair Accessible. This series is funded by grants from the Saint John Community Arts Funding Program and the Greater Saint John Community Foundation. (506) 634-3092. (Next Concert: Wed, Jul 23).

[Workshops]

Kids Summer Camps - For the Love of Art! July 7 to 11 with Sue Hooper $90.00 plus tax = $102.60. a.m. program for ages 5-9, Monday to Friday 10 to 12 p.m. program for ages 10-14, Monday to Friday 1:30 to 3:30. Have you wondered how an artist created such an abstract and unique sculpture, or painted with such a beautiful rainbow of colours? We will study and discuss the works of the Masters (Michelangelo, Monet, Van Gogh etc.) and be inspired by their unique styles. Then working with pastels, paint, clay, charcoal, pen and ink...we will paint, sculpt and draw, adding your own unique imagination and creativity to make your own personal artworks! We will wrap up the week baking and eating our own home baked delicious bread!

Call to preregister 650-3333. www.artathooperstudios.com Art at Hooper Studios, 177 Kennebecasis River Road, Hampton

Woodcarving with a twist! with Darren Byers July 26 & 27 $150 plus tax. Most of the time while I'm walking or driving somewhere, I find a stick or a root or something that is saying to me take me home. If this sounds familiar, then do we have the workshop for you! We will start the day with, some basic sharpening techniques. We will discuss the tools needed and how to use them and how to keep them sharp. We will talk about how to display your work, how to finish it as well. Then we will be off for some exploring in the forest. If you have a house load of treasures already, bring them along. We will work together throughout the weekend of carving, filing, sanding and painting to give another voice to that treasured piece of wood that is just waiting to be heard!

Saint John Arts Centre Summer Masterclasses - Register now - join internationally-acclaimed Toronto artist Jay Dampf for a fun and intensive one-on-one workshop to 'Expand Your Artistic Skills "" July 14-18; make your own planters and mugs from the ground up (literally!) with clay from the Bay of Fundy with master potter Darren Emenau, August 9 & 10; join recent Miller Brittain Excellence Award winner Alexandra Flood for an exploration of flower painting techniques in acrylics, August 5-8. Call 633-4870 and visit saintjohnartscentre.com for more details.

Summer Drawing Course with Constance Wooldridge at SJAC - Let's get back to basics to improve those drawing skills to an intermediate or advanced level! Learn to create depth and dimension, shadows and shading, and light and life in still life, landscape and portraiture. In this six-week course, prepare to translating your work from pencil to another medium. July 9 - August 13 "¢ Wednesday evenings "¢ 6:30- 8:30 pm "¢ Cost: $105. Call 633-4870.

[Galleries & Museums]

Citadel Gallery - 162 Charlotte Street. Mon-Fri 9-5.

City of Saint John Gallery - Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. Saint John Arts Centre New Exhibits Opening "" July 11, 5:30 p.m. please join us in celebrating the opening of 'Beyond Words', a collaboration of 19 of NB's finest artists; new paintings by Rene Collins; and the photography of Leslie Reid. Please call 633-4870 for more info.

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.

Hooper Studios upstairs Gallery features an exhibition of paintings, drawings, sculpture, masks and fine craft by five local artists; Sue and Kathy Hooper, George Fry, carvers Darren Byers and David O'Keefe. We have lovely posters available of John Hooper's work and poetry. Enjoy the beauty of the 30 minute drive from Saint John or Sussex to the Studio and Gallery at 177 Kennebecasis River Road in Hampton. Consider a unique present; gift certificates that may be used towards a purchase through our Gallery or used for an upcoming 2008 art class, workshop or retreat at Hooper Studios. Call to find out more or to make a purchase. 506 650-3333.

Imperial Theatre Exhibition Features Rene Collins - May 16 to July 18. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South. Imperial Theatre Exhibition Committee (ITEC) presents a special exhibition brought together by Imperial Theatre's extended family. Volunteers, staff, members of the Boards of Directors, committee members and everyone in between have contributed art to the Imperial Theatre Family Exhibit. The show includes original artwork by members of Imperial Theatre's talented family, as well as works from private collections. There are handmade quilts, paintings in various media such as oil, acrylic and watercolour, photography, charcoal portraits, works by renowned artists such as Fred Ross and Peggy Smith, handcrafted jewellery by William Kearns, a vibrant oil painting from the Dominican Republic "" and more! Don't miss this delightful exhibition. On view during regular Box Office hours, as well as performance nights. (506) 674-4101.

Joie de Vivre Gallery, Visual art and fine craft presented in the unique setting of a historic building in the Village of Riverside-Albert, 45 minutes from Moncton along Route 114 toward Fundy National Park, 5702 King St., Riverside-Albert. For hours and info, please call 506-882-2276, or visit our website at www.joiedevivre.nb.ca.

Lorenzo Society Art Show Series Staff Club, Ward Chipman Library Building, UNB Saint John, 100 Tucker Park Road (506) 648-5757.

The New Brunswick Museum 506 643 2300. New Brunswick Museum, Market Square.

Summer Events at the Kennebecasis Public Library, 1 Landing Court, Quispamsis, N.B. E2E 4R2. Telephone: (506) 849-5314, FAX: (506) 849-5318 Email: kvlibrary.kv.ca Quispamsis. (506) 849-5314. Summer Stories at the Kennebecasis Public Library: Do you like puppet shows? Join our Puppeteer Science Theatre every Wednesday throughout the summer from 10:30 to 11am. We also have Tuesday Toddler Time (10:30 to 11am) and Friday Three-and-Up Club (10:30 to 11:15am). These programs are designed to help your child's imagination and attention span grow. The Kennebecasis Public Library Teen Book Club: This Book Club will discuss books intended for an older youth audience. The first meeting will take place on July 8th from 11am-12pm with additional meeting every other week throughout the summer. To register, please call: (506) 849-5314. Reading Buddies at the Kennebecasis Public Library: Would your child benefit from a little extra help with their reading over the summer? This volunteen-run program brings together teens and children to make reading fun. To register, please call (506) 849-5314.

Peter Buckland Gallery, 80 Prince William Street. (506) 693-9721. buckart@nb.sympatico.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 our 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 our website at www.timisaac.com and click on "The Gallery" for photos of the paintings.

Trinity Galleries - Hours are Monday "" Friday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. www.trinitygalleries.ca.

[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. (506) 849-0574.

Cherry Brook Zoo General Admission Information. Cherry Brook Zoo, 901 Foster Thurston Drive. For July & August. Open daily from 10 am to 8:30 pm( last admission 7:30 pm). Cost: Adults $8., Seniors $7., Youth (13-17) $6., Children 3-12 $4.25, Family Rate (two adults, two children) $20.25 (taxes included). Yearly passes: two adults two kids; $125. Children under three Free. For zoo information about catered seminars; birthday parties; volunteering; 2008 Junior Zookeeper Day Camp please call the zoo office (506) 634-1440.

Saint John Privateers - Summer Program - Sunday afternoons in July & August. French Program: 1 pm to 2:30 pm; English Program: 3 pm to 4:30 pm. Carleton Martello Tower National Historic Site, 454 Whipple Street, Saint John, West. The Tower is ready for action with its newest summer program, Saint John Privateers. Enemies of the King beware"¦Saint John Privateers have arrived! During the War of 1812, lawful pirates known as privateers scoured the Bay of Fundy for enemy ships. See if your family has what it takes to be part of the crew! Put your privateering skills to the test with games, exploration, and crafts. Victory can be yours! Admission: $13.20 for a family, and this fee includes admission to the site. Spaces are limited so please call (506) 636-4011 to sign up or inquire. www.pc.gc.ca/carletonmartellotower

Improve your health and and concentration with Wu Style Tai Chi Chaun. It is a centuries old exercise based on the ancient Toaist principals of natural balance, Yin and Yang. The 54 forms that make up the beginner tai chi chuan practise will help improve aerobic capacity, strength, balance and flexibility. Lack of impact on joints makes it very suitable exercise for anyone with arthritis or back problems. Join us for a complimentary class Tuesday 6/7:30 p.m. evening at Germain Street Baptist Church, Queen St. entrance. Call Pat @654-0366 or visit www.wustyle.com/fredericton for further info.

Looking for peace of mind and harmony in a busy day? Wu family Tai Chi Ch'aun may have what you need. It is a centuries old health and martial practice based on the ancient Taoist principal of Yin and Yang balance The 54 forms that make up the beginner Tai Chi Ch'aun has been shown to improve strength, balance and flexibility as well as focus,mental clarity and centerdness. Lack of joint impact makes it very suitable exercise for anyone with arthritis or back problems, for young and old Join us for a complimentary class Thursday evenings 6:00 / 7:30 at Germain Street Baptist Church, Queen Street entrance. Call Pat Stanley 654-0366 or visit www.wustyle.com/fredericton for further information.

Photography Courses With Noel Chenier- Award winning photographer and educator Noel Chenier offers a wide range of beginner and advanced courses and workshops in photography throughout the year. Noel offers courses for both digital and film SLR and Point and Shoot digital cameras in an eight week night class and two full day weekend class formats, along with day photography trips to St Martins, Kings Landing, and other photogenic destinations. Head to http://www.learnphoto.ca for more info on the courses, student testimonials, etc. To see some of the work done by some of his students, head to http://www.noelchenier.ca/GALLERY/ For more information, or to register for a course contact Noel by any of the following methods Email: nchenier@nbnet.nb.ca Phone: (506) 657-FOTO(3686).

The Saint John Community Drum Circle will gather on the last Saturday of each month from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Saint John (UUC) on 545 Sandy Point Rd. For more info contact Justin at: 696 1564.

EAST BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY 545 Westmorland Road. (506) 643-7250.St. John Ambulance: Wednesday, July 16, 2: 30 p.m. "" 3:30 p.m.. Come learn Summer safety for children at the library! Pre-registration is necessary. Anne of Green Gables : Wednesday, August 13, 2:30 p.m. "" 3:30 p.m.. Come have fun with Anne activities and Green Gable treats! Summer Reading Club: Grades K - 2. Tuesdays 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Dr. Jekyll Club: Grades 3 & up. Tuesdays 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.. Weekly Science theme based programs where children can play awesome games & make creepy crafts! Weekly themes include Mutant Plants, Creepy Crawlies, Weird Weather, Rockin Rocks, Mister Roboto and Jamin Music! Puppet Club: Mondays 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Make paper bag puppets, shadow & stick puppets, and build a mini puppet theatre this summer at the Puppet Club! Practise, perform and develop puppet plays or come watch a puppet show performance. (Please note there will be no puppet club on Monday, August 4 as the library will be closed for New Brunswick Day.) Preschool Story Time: Thursdays 10:30 am - 11:00 am.

A cure for Diabetes could be hiding in your closet! The Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline program collects the items you no longer want in order to generate revenue to help those suffering from Diabetes. People wishing to donate can call the 'Clothesline' at 1-800-505-5525, for a free home pick-up of their reusable clothing and household items, or to find the location of their nearest drop box.

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. Our 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

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.

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).

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.

Mitchell Music Studio: Guitar lessons with Jonathan Mitchell, performance artist. Look for our 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.

Quispamsis Market Medley - (late afternoon to early evening), Thursdays, June 19 through August 28. Quispamsis Arts & Culture Park, 12 Landing Court, Quispamsis. Presented by the Town of Quispamsis. A medley of local artisans, local food, and local performers. Plans are underway for the 3rd season of our summer series at the Arts & Culture Park. From June through August the Park will be hosting weekly music and movie series for your entertainment, as well as a weekly market medley. Calling all artisans, crafters, farmers, bakers and gardeners. If you are interested in hosting a booth at the Market Medley, please call (506) 849-5773. Spaces are free-of-charge. Forms are available at the Town Hall or online at http://142.166.3.145/recreation_seasonal_events.cfm The number of sites is limited so please respond soon. All interested vendors are invited to attend an information meeting on Thursday, May 29 from 7-8 p.m. Saturday Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Children's Department, Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Square. Stories, nursery rhymes & fun for children who are at least 3, younger children are welcome but need to bring a grown-up. (506) 643-7239.

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

Saint John Free Public Library, July at the Saint John Free Public Library, One Market Square. (506) 643-7224. Summer Movies: Tuesday, July 8, 2 "" 3 pm. Please call (506) 643-7224 in advance to register. Looking for Cardenio "" by Jean Rae Baxter: Tuesday, July 15, 12 "" 1 pm. Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Square. Mystery lovers: come hear Canadian author Jean Rae Baxter read from her novel about ambition, murder and Shakespeare's lost play. For more information, please call (506) 643-7237.

History through Stories: the Facts behind the Fiction: Thursday, July 17, 12 "" 1 pm. Author Jean Rae Baxter will read from her novel "The Way Lies North," a historical fiction account of Loyalists during the American Revolution, and will present a slideshow that will bring to life the background of the American War of Independence and its effect on people's lives. For more information, please call (506) 643-7243. Dance Dance Revolution: Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Square. Every Friday, 11 "" 12 pm and 2 "" 4 pm. Kick off your shoes and show us what you've got! Dance Dance Revolution is in the multipurpose room every Friday, for ages 12 and under in the morning, and ages 13-18 in the afternoon. Snacks will be provided for tired gamers.

Seramik...Your Pottery Painting Place. Drop in anytime, No appointment necessary. Coffee n' Tea's. Shipping avail. Pottery/Ceramic painting, Hand building with Raw Clay, and Glass Fusing! Hundreds of pieces and paints to choose from! Birthday parties and Corporate events. An activity for all ages. 652-CLAY (2529), seramikstudio@hotmail.com, www.seramikstudio.com.

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.

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.

Every Saturday "MEDITATION IN MOVEMENT" 10:30-11:30 a.m., $6. Feel the earth beneath you, connect with your heartstrings, and allow your feet to feel the beat! No steps are taught, no experience required, enjoy the freedom of the dance. St Andrew's & St David's, 164 Germain Street, side door entrance, upstairs gym. Contact Kelli Wray at 657-1595 or releasetothebeat@yahoo.ca Visit www.geocities.com/releasetothebeat.

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.