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Thursday, July 3

Glenn Miller Orchestra - Back By Popular Demand! - 8 p.m. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South. Heads will be bopping and toes will be tapping when the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to Imperial Theatre. Conducted by musical director Larry O'Brien, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is till considered the greatest big band of all time, with its unique sound. Tickets can be purchased at Imperial Theatre Box Office or by calling (506) 674-4100 (or 1-800-323-SHOW for out-of-town callers). Artist Web Site: www.glennmillerorchestra.com

Joel Fafard & Tony Coc At Shadow Lawn - 8 p.m. Shadow Lawn Inn, 3180 Rothesay Road, Rothesay. Featuring Joel Fafard (Juno nominated and Folk Music Award Nominee) and Tony Cox (South African Music Award Winner in '96,'01, '03 & '08). Tickets: $12 in advance and at the door. (506) 847-7539.

Saturday, July 5

Cantores Celestes women's choir (from toronto) - 8 p.m. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South. Cantores Celestes Women's Choir, a 40-voice choir from Toronto will present "The Circle Never Ends" as part of their 20th Anniversary Celebrations. Directed by Kelly Galbraith (a Saint John native) and accompanied by pianist Ellen Meyer. Music from gospel, Celtic, African, to the very best of the classical choral traditions. Tickets: $18 (plus $2 EPT Surcharge). They have recorded 5 CDs. (506) 674-4100.

Monday, July 7

Summer Entertainment At The Rockwood Park Campground - Rockwood Park Campgrounds, Rockwood Park. July 7: 8 pm, Tom Noel & Ed McDermott; July 11: 8 pm, Johnny Storm & Sonny Weyman; July 15: 8 pm, Holly McFate; July 22: 8 pm, Brent Mason; July 25: 8 pm, Tom Noel & Ed McDermott; August 14: 7:30 pm, Johnny Storm & Sonny Weyman; August 21: 7:30 pm, Holly McFate; August 25: 7:30 pm, Johnny Storm & Sonny Weyman. (In case of rain, performances will be held at the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre). For more information: (506) 658-2883.

Tuesday, July 8

Walks N' Talks With David Goss- 8 p.m. Meet at Mispec Park. Ghost of John Walk. Free! Sponsored by Leisure Services of the City of Saint John. John Nathaniel Leavitt drowned when the Genii went down in the Saxby Gale of 1869, but his spirit still wanders, and has had encounters with many ghosts since, and as Leavitt, David Goss will share their stories on this walk. (506) 672-8601.

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 we 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.

Wednesday, July 9

Summer Noon Concert Series (# 4 of 10) - 12:15 to 12:50 p.m. Church of St. Andrew & St. David, 164 Germain St. Featuring Dr. Sharon Pond, Organ. 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 16).

[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.

Saint John Arts Centre Summer Drawing Class - 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

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.

EAST BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY- East Branch Public Library, 545 Westmorland Road. (506) 643-7250. PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME: 10:30-11:00 am. Preschool Storytime every Thursday. Come hear theme based stories, songs, fingerplays, make a craft and have lots of fun! April themes are Spring, Butterflies, Turtles and Gardening. FAMILY DROP-IN PROGRAM: Available anytime the library is open. April themes include Little Critter, Little Bear, Busy Town, Dora and Goldfish! MONTHLY SATURDAY PROGRAM: 2:30 "" 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26. Drop by this self-directed children's program to make cool stuff and enjoy the book display. Spring will be this month's theme. AFTERSCHOOL CRAFT BREAK: 3:30 "" 4 p.m. Thursday, April 10 and April 24. This self-directed program will have theme based activities/crafts. April 10 theme is Birds and April 24th theme is Tulips. ADULT BOOK CLUB: 2:30 "" 3 p.m. Thursday, April 24. Book selection is Suite Française by Irène Némirvsky. Join us in a relaxed and casual setting for discussion of the book. BABIES IN THE LIBRARY: 10:00 "" 10:30 am. Every Friday for the month of April. Learn knee bounces, lap rhymes and finger plays geared to making a child's first experience with the library fun and enjoyable! Please call to pre-register.

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, 2008. 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 - "Know Your Own Artists". "Navigating the Familiar: Dan Steeves". April 4 to July 6. This exhibition presents the work of this Sackville-based artist and recent recipient of the Strathbutler Award. Steeves' work, strongly influenced by a lifetime living near the Bay of Fundy, delves into the familiarity of time and place. The starkness and simplicity of his black and white prints provide a means to examine the nuances of subtle changes and an opportunity to reconsider the world around us. 506 643 2300. New Brunswick Museum, Market Square.

CFMH Fundraiser "Artists on Vinyl" (2nd Annual) "" A Call for Artists. CFMH, your campus and community voice at UNBSJ would like to inform you of a very exciting fund raiser to raise money to help in all areas of maintaining and improving Saint John's most eclectic radio station, CFMH 107.3FM!

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

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 pm to 1:15 pm. 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.

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- East Branch Public Library, 545 Westmorland Road, East. (506) 643-7250.

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 classes. Check out our calendar online www.theambiancespa.com or call 642-6422.

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.

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 (506) 738-2988.

Camarilla Love 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. 10:30 to 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime every Wednesday and Saturday. Stories, songs, fingerplays and lots of crayons too! Family Reading Corner: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. Family Reading Corner "" Enjoy a special family hour with your child. Discover the library. For more information call the Children's Department at (506) 643-7239. Hackmatack Reading Club: One Friday a month from 3:45-4:30 p.m. Come read, explore and discuss books nominated for the Hackmatack Childrens Book Award. Geared to children in Grades 4-6. Please contact the library for the date and to register. For more information call the Children's Department at (506) 643-7239. Free program. FAMILY DROP-IN: Children and their parents/caregivers can enjoy books, activity sheets and simple craft based on a theme that changes weekly. Available any time the library is open.

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.

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 (506) 657-DRAW (3729) for more information.

East Branch Public Library, 545 Westmorland Road. Call 643-7250 for more information.

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).

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.

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 our 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.

Music lessons- Music from the Heart, 145 Metcalf Street. Piano, voice, guitar, theory, childrens groups. Call (506) 672-2305 or visit www.elaineboulanger.com

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.

6-week Salsa Dance Courses at Tapps Monday and Tuesday. Different schedules for Beginners and Intermediate courses from 7-10 p.m. Cost for the six week long course $50, (one hour class per week). For more information log on to www.dinedanceanddate.com.

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, 1 Market Square. (506) 643-7220. Preschool Storytime: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays & Saturdays. Stories, songs, fingerplays and lots of crayons too! Ages 3-5. Younger children are welcome with an adult.

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.

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.

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.

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.