The Atlantic Salmon Museum, Doaktown, NB will host its annual Hall of Fame Awards Banquet on Friday, September 25th, with a meet and greet reception at 5:30pm, followed by dinner at 6:30pm.

Inductees for 2009 are as follows:

Donald and Hudson (Tompy) MacKay, father and son (both deceased) will be inducted in the GUIDE category, where both gentlemen were employed as guides for many years. Donald was also a caretaker at Burnt Hill.

William Basco (Willy) (deceased) born in Hungary. He guided and worked as a caretaker for Wades, and later for the Campbell's and Keenan's pools in Blackville. He will be inducted in the GUIDE category.

The Rev. Walter Chandler Lynch, lives in Miramichi. He learned fly tying from a couple of friends but mostly self-taught. He will be inducted as both an ANGLER, and a FLY TYER.

Jacques Heroux A member of the NB Salmon Council and the NB Wildlife Association. He has been a guest tyer at some of the major Fly Fishing Shows in Canada and in 1999 he was the winner of the Atlantic Provinces Fly Tying Championship. He will be inducted as a FLY TYER.

The Guest speaker will be Doug MacDonald of Moncton. Doug is well known on the Miramichi, and is the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Miramichi Salmon Association.

A limited number of tickets are available; please phone (506) 365-7787 for your ticket today. $35.00 each.

Menu:
* 6oz Salmon with egg sauce, mashed potatoes, fiddleheads, carrots, homemade roll, coffee/tea, and dessert.

Activities that evening include;
-Silent Auction
-Chinese Auction
-50/50 tickets

Read more on our website www.atlanticsalmonmuseum.com

Labels: awards, event, fishing, food

Priceville Footbridge photo by James E. Stewart courtesy of the McNamee on the Mighty Miramichi Facebook group.

Sunday August 16th, 2009

8 - 11:30 am: Breakfast - Boiestown Lions Club
Prepared by the Lions Club

11:30 am – 1:30 pm: Golf Tournament - Open to registered guests of "Come Home to the River - McNamee 2009" at the Old Mill Pond Golf Course in Doaktown.

12 noon - 3 pm: Salmon and Fiddlehead Dinner - McNamee Recreation Centre
Prepared by Landmark Masonic Lodge members

1:30 pm: Open House - Former New Bandon School now the Women's Institute Hall
Tea and Coffee will be served

2 pm: Memorial Tree Planting and Time Capsule Placement

Late Afternoon / Early Evening: Interdenominational Church Service with participation from all the churches in the community.
Gospel Concert with a Corn Boil - Boiestown Fair Grounds.
Farewll chats.
The organizing committee will also hold a debriefing meeting and wrap-up.

For more information visit www.comehometotheriver.com

Labels: culture, event, festivals, Miramichi

**Calendar pictured right is sold out.

Saturday August 15th, 2009

7-9 am: Community Breakfast at McNamee Recreation Centre
Prepared by McNamee Pentecostal Assembly SOLD OUT

8:30 - 11:30 am: Country Market & Ball Games - McNamee Recreation Centre

12 noon – 1 pm: Lunch at Ludlow Recreation Centre
Prepared by Ludlow Recreation Council

12 noon - 3 pm: Open House at Former New Bandon School now the Women's Institute Hall
Tea and Coffee will be served

2 - 6 pm: Canoe Races from Ludlow to the Footbridge
Perley the Magician at Footbridge
Jam Session (Bring your musical instrument) at Footbridge
Hot dogs, hamburgers, pop will also be available.
Prepared by McNamee Pentecostal Youth Group.

3:30 pm: "We're Going For a Walk"
Parade of People from the Footbridge to Wilson's Homestead

4 - 6 pm: Storytelling at the Wilson Homestead

4 - 6 pm for both Option A and Option B: Dinner Option A Bean and Scallop at the Orange Lodge, Top of Stewarts Hill
Prepared by the Orange Lodge
Dinner Option B Turkey Dinner at McNamee Recreation Centre
Prepared by St. James Anglican Church. SOLD OUT

8 pm - 12:30 am: Night at the Museum 2 For Youth at Woodmen's Museum Boiestown. Limited Capacity.

9 pm - 1 am: Dance at Boiestown Lion's Club Sponsored privately

For more information visit www.comehometotheriver.com

Labels: culture, event, festivals, Miramichi

Wade Hallihan and Kyle Richardson are Half-Snapped!
Join them tonight at O'Donaghue's Pub in downtown Chatham for the very best of a good time!
10pm - 2am
www.odonaghuespub.com

Labels: arts, culture, event, Miramichi, music

Friday August 14, 2009

10am - 7pm: Registration

12 noon - 1pm: Lunch at the McNamee Recreation Centre with Sandwiches, Sweets, Drinks
Prepared by St. James Anglican Church

2pm: Softball Games at McNamee Recreation Centre
Afternoon Tea & Homemade Dessert at the Wilson Family Homestead
Browse Handcrafted commemorative items by Ethel Wilson at the Wilson Family Homestead located in the "Big House"

4pm: Scouts of Canada BBQ Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Drinks

4pm - 6pm: Dinner at the McNamee Recreation Centre with Salad Plate
Prepared by the United Church of Boiestown

7:30pm - 10 pm: Country Jamboree at the McNamee Recreation Centre

For more information visit www.comehometotheriver.com

Labels: culture, event, festivals, Miramichi

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: Saltwater Sounds, 1738 Water Street Miramichi, NB
Phone: 506.773.8010
Email: editor@breadnmolasses.com

This month the Words on Water series is happy to have Carla Gunn with us to read from her acclaimed debut novel, Amphibian.

Along with writing, Carla Gunn works as an occupational consultant and teaches psychology. Her writing has been published in the Globe and Mail, the National Post and heard on CBC radio. Raised in rural Miramichi, she now lives in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

About Amphibian:

Nine-year-old Phineas William Walsh has an encyclopedic knowledge of the natural world. He knows that if you wet a dog's food with your saliva and he refuses to eat it then he's top dog, and he knows that dolphins can sleep half a brain at a time. What he doesn't know, though, is why his grandfather died, or why waste-of-flesh Lyle always picks on him. Or why his parents can't live together -- after all, when other mate-for-life animals have a fight, it's not like one of them just packs his bags and leaves the country.

To make it to-infinity worse, he's worried sick about what humans are doing to the planet, and his mother is worried sick about him. But shouldn't everyone be losing sleep over the fact that a quarter of all Earth's mammals are on the Red List of Threatened Species? So, when a White's tree frog ends up in an aquarium in his fourth-grade classroom, it's the last straw, and he and his best friend, Bird, are spurred to action.

Praise for Amphibian:

"Carla Gunn has fashioned (more likely been possessed by) an irresistible voice. I confess this kid grabbed me from the top and held me in tender thrall." – Globe and Mail

"Sometimes you start reading a book and fall in love by page two. That's what happened when I tore through Carla Gunn's novel Amphibian ... [A] sparkling, memorable debut." – The Coast

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And, as WOW has each month, we have a theme for the evening. This month's theme is "Environment". So dig out any stories, songs, poems or skits with an Environmental theme that you've crafted and share it with an attentive and warm audience during the open mic portion of our evening. Or, if you'd like to share something with us that does not have to do with the theme, that's ok too. We'd love to hear from everyone!

Admission is free, but donations are happily accepted to help us continue with the Words on Water series.

Labels: arts, culture, event, Miramichi, music, tourism, Words on Water

Darlene's Tea House and Family Restaurant Annual Victorian Tea Party

Date: Saturday, August 15, 2009
Time: 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Darlene's Tea House Barnettville Road Blackville, NB
Phone: 506.843.7979
Email: eat@darlenesteahouse.com

Join us for our 5th Annual Victorian Tea Party! Enjoy an afternoon in the garden with a Hot & Cold Buffet of Italian & Canadian Cuisine and delectable desserts.

Live entertainment by Amy and Friends. Prizes for best Victorian costume, and best hats.

* All You Can Eat Buffet
* Live Music in the Garden
* Young Princesses Welcome!

2:00pm - buffet meal
3:30-5:30pm - entertainment

Adults $22, Children $12. Reserve your ticket by calling 506-843-7979.

Labels: culture, event, food

Front book cover pictured right of limited edition (250 print run) Come Home to the River coffee table book.

These soft covered (in colour) books feature 200 pages of photographs and short stories including 60 pages of colour pictures and 140 pages of black and white photos. The book measures 8.5 inches by 11 inches with a perfect bind. It is a magnificent book containing picture and story submissions about this stretch of the Main Southwest Miramichi River and its people. The book includes photographs of community area schools, the footbridge, homesteads, work, stores, churches, families - just about anything and everything that depicts the past and present lifestyle in this area.

The price is $30 per book. (Shipping costs not included.) To obtain your copy, you must pre-order with your deposit of the full purchase price. Only 250 copies are available.

Contact Viola O'Donnell Savage at (506) 459-3938 or via email at vhsavage@nbnet.nb.ca

Remember the Come Home to the River - McNamee event happens this weekend August 14-16. For more information and to register visit www.comehometotheriver.com

Labels: arts, culture, event, festivals, Miramichi, music, tourism

Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Rodd Miramichi 1809 Water St. Miramichi, NB
Phone: 506.843.2208
www.thelighthouseevents.com

Tickets are $10 and can be acquired through Genesis Spa and Salon or by calling/emailing LIFE Radio and thelighthouseevents.com for more details.

A bit of history on Warren:

Born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, Barfield's music is often classified as a mix of pop, rock, folk, and soul. His compositions are largely inspired by the Christian writers, Brennan Manning and Philip Yancey. He was part of the "In the Name of Love Tour" in 2005 with Todd Agnew and BarlowGirl. In 2004, he toured with Toby McKeehan and Third Day.

Discography

* Worth Fighting For (2008)
* Reach (2006)
* Warren Barfield (2003)

www.facebook.com/warrenbarfield
www.myspace.com/warrenbarfield
www.youtube.com/warrenbarfield

Labels: arts, culture, event, Miramichi, music

The network of Miramichi Young Professionals and Involved Entrepreneurs is organizing its 1st MYPIE Golf Scramble Tournament that will be held on Thursday, September 3rd 2009 at the Miramichi Golf and Country Club. Download the registration form with all the details. /Registration%20Form%20MYPIE%20golf%20scramble.pdf

For more information on how to register or forming partnerships, please contact Nicole Pozer at 622-5260 or via email at nicole.pozer@ent-miramichi.ca

Registration deadline is August 27th 2009. Limited spots so book now!

Labels: business, event, MYPIE, sports

When: Saturday, August 15th, 2009 @2pm

Price: $5.00/each or 3/ $12.00

Wooden fish will be put in the Miramichi River @ the Ledges Inn and Collected at the Salmon Museum at 2PM.

The first 10 fish to arrive will be the winning fish (in order of their arrival)!

The first prize is $100, 2nd - $50.00 3rd - $25.00 and 7 small consolation prizes.

Buy your fish at the Atlantic Salmon Museum Gift Shop!

10% OFF Gift Shop merchandise (except Prints)

Hot Dog BBQ from Noon - 3pm - $1.50 ea.

See you there!

Labels: event, fishing, tourism

Closing Concert
Time: 6:00 P.M.
ADMISSION: $25.00, by reservation only, Weekly pass will also cover this show.
Location: Beaverbrook Kin Centre, 100 Newcastle Blvd
Featuring: Whoop Step & Driver (A History of the Miramichi Folksong Festival) Written by Bernie Colepaugh and performed by the Heritage players.
Sponsored by: Econolodge & City Square Restaurant, 365 Pleasant St., Miramichi, NB.

Labels: arts, culture, event, festivals, Miramichi, music

Noon Luncheon with live music
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Beaverbrook Kin Centre, 100 Newcastle Blvd.
Tickets: Adults :$12.00 Children : $5.00
Featured Music: 11:30 a.m. - singer - Robbie Currie from Halifax
12:00 Noon - singer - John Lordon & David Bunnell
12.30 p.m. - singer- BobMcCallum
Reservation can be made for the first seating only
By Phone: (506) 622-1780 or by
E-mail: bb2@sympatico.ca or ph. 506-611-1780
Sponsored by Rodd Miramichi River

Story Telling Workshop
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Beaverbrook Kin Centre, 100 Newcastle Blvd.
Tickets: Free
Featured Music: Peter Pacey, Bull of the woods from Fredericton, N.B.

SPECIAL GUESTS
Ivan & Vivian Hicks, New Brunswick's ambassadors of fiddle music and 2008 ECMA winners, plus Robert Currie, Gerry Roberts, Steve Heckbert, Cathy Daigle, David Stone, Melanie Ross Breen, Elizabeth Smith, Peter Pacey, Wesley Jagoe,and Smith School of Highland Dance.

Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Beaverbrook Kin Centre
Advance Tickets:$12.00 At the Door: $15.00
On Sale at Books Inn, Bills Kwik Way - Stitching Post Bathurst
By E-mail at bb2@sympatico.ca or ph. 506-622-1780
Children under 12 with adult FREE

Jam Session
Following evening concert at the Black Horse Tavern, across the street from the Beaverbrook Kin Centre. For those 19 and over, bring your voice and your musical instruments or just come and enjoy the music.

Labels: arts, culture, event, festivals, Miramichi, music

Winner of Dream Cottage 2009
Eric Carroll of Miramichi, NB
Ticket # 327
Eric purchased 10 Tickets with Tag on April 6!
Congratulations Eric! Dream Cottage or $50,000

Bonus Draw for $500 Gas
Gary Gill of Fredericton, NB
(Ten tickets with Tag on April 6)

Thanks to all who supported Dream Cottage 2009!

Labels: contest, event, fundraiser, youth

A volunteer medical services team from The Moncton Hospital will once again be tending to the health care needs of concert goers at the upcoming Magnetic Hill Music Festival's AC/DC concert tomorrow on August 6.

"We are pleased to continue our collaboration with the City of Moncton in providing medical services during the Magnetic Hill concert series," says Donald J. Peters, President and CEO of Regional Health Authority B.

He says the city's construction of a permanent primary emergency building has improved the quality of care by providing a spacious, less noisy, dry and well equipped space for medical treatment and equipment. "We are very proud of the 140 dedicated volunteers that provide this service."

Medical services at the concert will include the primary emergency medical building and two secondary medical tents positioned on the perimeter of the concert site. The tents will be easily identifiable with flags bearing a red cross. During the concert, a team of easy to identify first-aide professionals and paramedics will patrol the crowd to help fans with their minor injuries or illnesses. An ambulance fleet and large gator carts that can transport stretchers will also be available if required.

"Our goal is to treat as many people as possible at the concert site to avoid overcrowding at The Moncton Hospital's critical care and trauma departments with minor injuries," says Carole Morey, Program Administrative Director Emergency, Neuro/Rehab and Internal Medicine for The Moncton Hospital.

"One of the most common types of health related illnesses that we see is related to the hot and humid weather and as a result mist tents will be available for concert goers to cool off." She says the mist tent provides a continuous cool, fine mist that lowers the skin and body temperature instantly when someone walks through the tent. "The mist tents provided at the recent Bon Jovi and other previous mega concerts were extremely helpful and aided in reducing health related illnesses."

"We want to ensure everyone stays safe and healthy while they enjoy themselves," says Dr. Gary Duguay, emergency medicine doctor and medical director for the planning committee. To make sure everyone has a positive experience, he has these helpful tips:

Monitor the weather forecast closely and plan accordingly, but remember this is the Maritimes and the weather can change quickly and drastically. Prepare for both hot and cooler temperatures, and rainy weather. Bring layers of clothing that provide good insulation and keeps moisture away from the skin.

Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Dehydration can occur quickly in hot and humid weather.

Each concert goer can bring a 1 Litre bottle of water into the concert but remember to bring fluids to drink while waiting for the gates to open.

Protect yourself from sun exposure by wearing a hat, sunglasses and applying sunscreen regularly. Wear light-coloured, breathable clothing and move into the shade when possible.

Wear comfortable shoes as concert goers will be walking and standing for long periods of time. Also consider the terrain you will be walking on at the site.

Use common sense, listen to your body and respond appropriately. Drink responsibly and prepare for a safe ride home.

Remember to assign a meeting spot with your group early on to ensure no one gets lost during or at the end of the concert.

Remember to eat to avoid becoming weak.

And most importantly have fun!

Labels: culture, event, festivals, health, wellness

Labels: event, Miramichi

Drea Macdonald is coming to Miramichi, NB to promote her new CD Between You and Me. Based in Charlottetown, PEI, Drea is a talented singer/songwriter/musician.

When: Saturday, May 9th 2009
Time: 3:00-5:00
Where: Saltwater Sounds
1738 Water Street, Chatham (Miramichi), NB
506-773-8010

Labels: arts, culture, event, Miramichi, music

The people of the Miramichi region are invited to Healthy Living 2009 happening this week.

Healthy Living 2009 is a wellness event being organized by the Regional Health Authority B-Miramichi Zone and will feature motivational speaker and well-known psychologist Dr. Michael Vallis, PhD, along with an expo component featuring up to 40 displays of chronic disease prevention and management information.

Thursday, May 7 the expo will be open from 4pm-7pm with the Dr. Vallis presentation beginning at 7pm.

"The Miramichi region has some of the highest rates in overweight, obesity, cancer, diabetes and heart-disease," says Fonda Kazi, Vice President of Community Care of Regional Health Authority B. "But this region also has some of the most caring people country-wide and we care about ourselves and each other. Having a wellness expo will give people the chance to collect information, learn what they need to do to change lifestyles and come away with the desire to lead healthy, active lives."

Helping people learn this message will be registered clinical psychologist Dr. Michael Vallis, PhD. Dr. Michael Vallis is employed at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, where he practices health psychology and also is the Associate Professor in Psychiatry and Adjunct Professor in Psychology with Dalhousie University. He is described as an advocate, mentor and supporter of students. In 2007, he received the Clinical Community Recognition Award (CCRA).

Dr. Vallis positively affects the lives of clients and community members through individual and group counseling, public lecturing and an extensive research program. He recently opened the Behavior Change Institute within the Capital District Health Authority in Nova Scotia.

While at Healthy Living 2009, his presentation entitled, "So You Think You Can Dance ... Walking the Walk of Wellness, " will speak on the importance of self-management of chronic disease. His belief is that "lifestyle is twice as effective as medication."

"Dr. Vallis really gets to the heart of the matter when it comes to prevention and management of chronic disease and the choice to live healthier lifestyles. We are excited to be able to organize this event and bring him to speak to the people of this region."

Along with Dr. Vallis's presentation, the expo will feature more than 40 displays of health promotion information on topics ranging from Diabetes to Cancer, smoking cessation to Alzheimer's. Attendees will be able to visit displays of the Arthritis Society, VON, Baby-Friendly Initiative, Mental Health, Sexual Health, healthy eating, physical activity, physiotherapy, in-home rehabilitation, early language services and much, much more.

This event is a three-part event where it will be open to healthcare professionals; general public and workplace wellness committees at different times. It is made possible with financial support from the Department of Wellness, Culture and Sport. Anyone wanting more information on this event can call Clarissa Harris at (506) 623-3273.

Labels: event, health, Miramichi, wellness

Interactive luncheon Session
Workplace Health & Safety for Dummies

Wednesday, May 20th 2009
Goodie Shop (meeting room upstairs)
12 noon
Lunch provided

Welcome to all!

Confirm your attendance by Monday, May 18th with Nadine Duguay at (506) 622-5255 or via email at nadine.duguay@ent-miramichi.ca

Click to download the event poster:
English.pdf
French.pdf

Labels: business, event, MYPIE

A benefit night will happen this Saturday April 4 from 7pm-1am at Nine Pine Truck Stop on Main Street in Blackville. All proceeds will go toward the first annual Miramichi Walk for a Cure to Diabetes. Music will be provided by M.O.T.E.L, a new local band featuring Jake Stewart, Justin Walls, Rudy Miller and Jonathan Walls. Door prizes will be drawn throughout the night.

"Local businesses have been very supportive of this fundraiser," says Jennifer Keenan, Chair of the Miramichi Walk Committee. "We've got some awesome door prizes to give away, something for everyone, including various merchandise and gift certificates ranging in value from $20 up to $100. There are going to be a lot of lucky winners."

Keenan's daughters, Jules, age 8, and Abby, age 6, were both diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in the summer of 2006. In 2007 and 2008 the Keenan family raised funds and participated in Moncton's Walk for a Cure.

"This year we thought it was time for Miramichi to have its own walk," Keenan says. "There are so many local families affected by diabetes and new children are being diagnosed all the time."

"Until it affects your life, people do not understand what it means to live with this disease," she explains. "Living with type 1 diabetes is something you have to deal with and monitor every moment of every day. It's a lot of work, a huge responsibility for parents and the children. You can't ever have a down day because your child's health is at stake. We need to constantly count the girls' carbs, do needle pokes to test their blood sugar, and make sure they're getting insulin in order to keep their diabetes under control."

Canada has the sixth highest occurrence rate of type 1 diabetes in children 14 years of age and younger in the world. Type 1 diabetes is the most severe form of diabetes, striking infants, children and young adults, leaving them insulin-dependent for life. Insulin, however, is not a cure, nor does it prevent the eventual and devastating complications to the disease which may include kidney failure, blindness, heart disease, stroke, amputation and even death.

"A cure means everything for my family," Keenan says. "And with all the modern advances and breakthroughs in research, we believe that a cure is not only possible but that it will happen in the girls' lifetime. So I hope that people will not only come out and make a donation at Nine Pine this weekend, but also support our walk by volunteering, entering a team or pledging a walker."

The Miramichi Walk for a Cure will take place on August 30th, 2009, at the Middle Island Irish Historical Park. Funds raised will go toward the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), an organization founded in 1970 by parents of children with diabetes and the only major diabetes organization focused exclusively on research both for a cure and improving the quality of life of people living with the disease.

For more information about Miramichi's Walk for a Cure to Diabetes contact Keenan at (506) 843-6081 or email jasonjen@nbnet.nb.ca.

Labels: event, fundraiser, health, youth

You enjoy meeting people, making new friends?

You like to play one of these sports: bowling, carpet bowling, washer toss, duplicate bridge, horseshoes, auction 45, darts, pool, cribbage, shuffleboard, golf or track & field?

The City of Miramichi invites you to take part in the New Brunswick 55+ Games, from June 24-26, 2009 by filling out the registration form before April 15, 2009. We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Games.

All NB residents, 55 or over are eligible to participate. Application forms are available at www.nbscf.ca/nbgames and at www.miramichi.org.

Labels: event, Miramichi

Hosted by MYPIE
Presenting the Myths and Challenges about leadership
Based on the principles of the 360˚Leader

Interactive after-work business gathering with Colin Holmes from Impact Miramichi to discuss the Myths and Challenges about leadership; whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, a student or a community citizen, you will learn how to become an efficient leader with your peers, your superiors and in your life in general.

Date: Wednesday March 25th, 2009
Time: After work (5:00pm)
Location: NBCC-Miramichi
Lecture theatre Hall, A1145 Main Campus
Cost: $5 (light meal included)

Please confirm your presence by contacting Nadine Duguay at nadine.duguay@ent-miramichi.ca or at (506) 622-5255.

This event is brought to you with the collaboration of Miramichi Towne Ford.

Labels: business, event, Miramichi

The network of Miramichi Young Professionals and Involved Entrepreneurs (MYPIE) will host its first Award Gala Ceremony on Saturday April 18th at the Miramichi Golf and Country Club. The goal of the event is to not only reward three members of the community in the area of community development, entrepreneurship, and profession or trade, but also to celebrate MYPIE's accomplishments to date on the river.

Awards will be presented for the following categories: MYPIE Entrepreneur of the year, MYPIE Professional of the year, and MYPIE Community Champion of the year.

To be eligible the candidates must be residents of the Miramichi or surrounding areas for at least two years and be preferably 35 years old and under. Each award has other specific criteria that must be met. Winners will receive a plaque as well as a significant package prize deal.

The selection committee, which will be specially put together for this event, will consist of representatives from the business community and organizations on the Miramichi. All eligible candidates can submit their applications through an open-nomination process (they can nominate themselves or a third party can on their behalf) and complete all required forms and documentation before April 6th 2009. Nominations forms can be obtained on the MYPIE website (mypie.ca), at Enterprise Miramichi, CBDC Northumberland, Miramichi Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Miramichi.

Nomination forms can be submitted to:

Enterprise Miramichi/MYPIE GALA 2009
Attn: Selection Committee
158 Wellington Street
Miramichi, NB E1N 1L9
Fax: (506) 622-2160
Email: galanominations2009@mypie.ca

The gala will start off with cocktails from 6-7pm to be followed by a dinner with musical entertainment and the award ceremony. Deanna Graves, past president and current treasurer from MYPIE's sister organization, Fusion Saint John, will be the guest speaker of the evening. Table sponsorships are currently available and tickets for the event can be purchased through Enterprise Miramichi at the cost of $25 each; please contact Nadine Duguay or Kelly Sherrard at (506) 622-7890.

MYPIE 2009 AWARDS

MYPIE Entrepreneur of the Year
This award recognizes and celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit and success found within our younger demographic on the river. Determination, dynamism, and innovation are all words that represent well the young people involved in the business community of the Miramichi.

MYPIE Professional of the year
This award recognizes a young civic-minded person that has excelled in their career or industry to date. Whether the achievement touched the lives of a few in your office or of many in the community or in the field of work, this person has the dynamism, positive attitude, and drive to excel at what they do on a daily basis. This person is simply put an example to all in their fields.

MYPIE Community Champion of the year
Community Involvement is a trait that we find in all demographics; this award has been created to specifically recognize the drive, generosity, and commitment displayed by a young person in their community. Whether you are a high school student or a professional with 10 years of experience, you must have shown outstanding community involvement, leadership, and a civic-minded attitude. You are one of the "doers," a mover and a shaker that embraces community spirit and to whom the word volunteer really comes as a second nature.

Labels: awards, business, event, Miramichi

The Words on Water arts series and Saltwater Sounds invite you to the official launch of Bread 'n Molasses magazine Volume 3, Issue 3, featuring ECMA nominees The Terry Whalen Band.

Join us for an evening of the blues with Miramichi's own Terry Whalen Band as featured on the cover of Bread 'n Molasses magazine. With special guests The Heritage Players theatre group, who will give a special sneak peek performance from their upcoming production, Grammy Grace: A Midwife's Tale.

Following the main event, the mic will open up to anyone who wishes to perform through music and words on the theme of "the blues." Share your blues through music, poetry, short stories, etc. in five minutes or less, and you might even find yourself featured in an online video or published in an upcoming edition of Bread 'n Molasses magazine.

Everyone welcome! Come enjoy a good old fashioned night of Miramichi entertainment with Bread 'n Molasses magazine at Saltwater Sounds for Words on Water.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Saltwater Sounds
1738 Water Street
Miramichi, NB

For more information contact Kellie at (506) 773-7668 or email editor@breadnmolasses.com

Please feel free to forward this invitation to all of your contacts who might be interested in attending.

Labels: arts, event, music

Author Appearances Includes Miramichi Stop

Labels: arts, event

Miramichi to host palliative care education day

The Miramichi Extra Mural Program will host a palliative care education day for health care professionals working in palliative care today. The sold out event will have Joy Ufema, an internationally recognized lecturer on palliative care provide information about the "Dying Patient as a Person."

Joy Ufema is a clinical specialist in death and dying and is considered a pioneer in the development of programs for hospice and palliative care. She is currently a clinical specialist at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland, USA , and at Harford Memorial Hospital in Havre de Grace, Maryland. She is the founder and director of AIDS Hospice House and an honorary member of the National Society of Registered Nurses in the United States.

"We are very privileged and excited to have Joy Ufema as a key note speaker at our education session," says Connie Doucet, palliative care coordinator of the Miramichi Extra Mural Program. "She is a dynamic and inspirational speaker and is at the grass roots of palliative care. Her warm and giving personality is evident to anyone who has seen her speak or read her books."

The education day is funded through the Department of Health, corporate and community sponsors.

Labels: event, hospital

Writers Federation of New Brunswick Literary Fall Fair to Feature Beaverbrook Author


Saturday, October 25, 2008
Join us for an autumn afternoon of readings and a workshop. The afternoon activities will be held at Doodles Cafe, Charlotte Street Arts Centre, 732 Charlotte St, Fredericton.

12 - 1 PM: Beth Powning, award-winning author of The Hatbox Letters and Shadow Child will read from a selection of her work.

1:30 - 2:30 PM: Jacques Poitras, CBC journalist and author of Beaverbrook: A Shattered Legacy and The Right Fight: Bernard Lord and the Conservative Dilemma will lead a workshop on non-fiction writing.

3 - 4 PM: Mark Anthony Jarman, acclaimed writer of short fiction collections such as 19 Knives will read from his recent publication My White Planet, followed by a Q&A on short-story writing.

7 - 9 PM. In the evening, join us for a free member book launch and readings at Alden Nowlan House, 676 Windsor St, Fredericton.

Early Bird Registration by October 20: $15 for members / $20 for non-members. After October 20: $20 for members / $25 for non-members.

To register and for more info contact Michelle Lovegrove Thomson: wfnb@nb.aibn.com / 506-459-7228 /

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More than Salmon Coming Back to the Miramichi River

Seven river communities stretched along this part of the Miramichi River in New Brunswick have banded together in planning the largest homecoming reunion ever to be experienced in the area. Come Home to the River festivities are planned for August 14-16, 2009 in McNamee.

Reminiscent of Wilf Carter's song, "I've been everywhere man, traveled everywhere man, …I've been everywhere," it seems the settlements of McNamee, Carroll Crossing, O'Donnell Town, New Bandon, Ludlow, Porter Cove and Priceville should have been included in that song. People from these communities past and present along with those who have ever visited have standing invitations to attend.

"The homecoming will have something for everyone from youth to seniors," said Lorne Amos the chairman of the committee. The planning committee has started to plan events around gospel concerts, ball tournaments, a craft show, canoe trips and races, walking excursions and dances. There is no doubt of course it will include the Footbridge. This 630 foot long pedestrian bridge that spans the river between McNamee and Priceville has linked the community since it was built. It holds memories for everyone since a tragedy in 1939 that touched everyone's life in this close-knit community. Amos said, "The committee has already started to work and after two meetings people from as far away as Vancouver, Toronto, Detroit and even as far as Amman, Jordan are making plans to attend."

The impetus for Come to the River began as a topic on a Facebook group created by Irva Larsen one of the committee members. "The McNamee on the Mighty Miramichi Facebook group has over 250 members and it is expected there will be over 500 people attending the homecoming," said Larsen. The Volunteer Coordinator is Euphemia O'Donnell-Black. Volunteers who wish to be involved with Come Home to the River – McNamee 2009 are invited to contact O'Donnell-Black at 506-369-9105 or through email aeblack@nb.sympatico.ca.

The Miramichi Trail part of the NB Trails system that extends from Astle to Quarryville runs for 75 kilometers along the Miramichi at this point and is a favourite activity for both summer and winter.

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Miramichi celebrates Emergency Nurses Week

One of the first health care professionals you will meet and speak to in a hospital emergency department is a nurse. Emergency nurses at the Miramichi Regional Hospital will be celebrating Emergency Nurses Week by promoting this nursing specialty and recognizing their contribution to the health and safety of Miramichi citizens.

This year the National Emergency Nurses Affiliation (NENA) of Canada is celebrating Emergency Nurses week October 5-11. Emergency Nurses day is Wednesday, October 8. This year’s theme “Emergency Nurses…Simply the Best!” reflects the dedication of emergency nurses in the Miramichi and around the world.

In Miramichi, nurses provided patient care as well as a supportive and a caring atmosphere to 42,087 patients from April 2007 to March 2008. Their special training provides them the skills to make critical decisions affecting patient care. Some of these skills include advanced cardiac care, trauma care, sexual assault examinations, and advanced emergency children’s care.

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AUTISM RISK AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP

Autism Resources Miramichi Inc. with the support of the Miramichi Police Force
PRESENT
Dennis Debbaudt’s
AUTISM RISK AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP

Tuesday October 21, 2008
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Rodd Miramichi River Hotel
1809 Water Street
Miramichi, New Brunswick, E1N 1B2

Tel: (506) 773-3111, Fax: (506) 773-3110

www.roddhotelsandresorts.com

Separate Parent’s Information Session

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Dr. Losier Middle School Theatre

Dennis, the proud father of Brad, a young man who has autism, wrote the ground-breaking booklet “Avoiding Unfortunate Situations” in 1994, the first-ever look at the interactions between children and adults with autism and law enforcement professionals. He has since written frequently on the topic including the book "Autism, Advocates and Law Enforcement Professionals: Recognizing and Reducing Risk Situations for People with Autism Spectrum Disorders" and articles for the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin and Sheriff Magazine. He consulted to ABC News 20/20 for the segment, “A Simple Man”, about autism and false confession, and was instrumental in the development of the state of Maryland's Police and Correctional Training Commissions 1999 curriculum "Why Law Enforcement Needs to Recognize Autism".

An author, video producer and law enforcement trainer, Dennis turned his attention to providing autism recognition response and risk management training to law enforcement and emergency first responders in 1991.

He presents to law enforcement agencies in the United States, Canada and United Kingdom. His materials are in use by police departments around the world.

A Detroit native, he now resides with his wife Gay and son Brad in South Florida. For more information about the presenter, please visit his website at:

http://www.autismriskmanagement.com

What You Will Learn

• How to recognize the behavior symptoms and become informed on the contact approaches to minimize situations of risk, i.e., risk of victimization of the person with autism, and risk to the first responder.

• How to be prepared for an Autism Emergency.

• How to save valuable time and resources.

• How to avoid litigation.

Download Brochure (PDF)

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A Taste of Chocolate Event at Rodd Miramichi

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Miramichi Regional Hospital celebrates Patient Safety Week

Canadian Patient Safety Week will be celebrated from September 29 to October 4th. Canadian Patient Safety Week celebrates local, regional, and national initiatives to improve patient safety, with events and activities focusing on this year’s theme – “Knowledge is the best medicine. Ask. Talk. Listen.” stressing the prevention of medication errors.

Patient safety is a priority for health care professionals at the Miramichi Regional Hospital. To mark the week an information display about the importance of preventing medication errors is being held in the lobby of the Miramichi Regional Hospital. Information at the display promotes the message “Knowledge is the best medicine. Ask. Talk. Listen.” Throughout the week pharmacy, extra mural program, and quality/patient safety staff will be holding activities throughout the facility promoting the importance of preventing medication errors.

The Miramichi Regional Hospital was recognized as one of three regions in the country in making a significant improvement in medication reconciliation as part of the Safer Health Care Now! program. The primary goal of medication reconciliation is to eliminate medication errors by ensuring that all medications taken by the patient are recorded at all transfer points of care for all patients. Over the last two years, the medication reconciliation team at the hospital developed a process where all admitted patients have their medications reviewed by a pharmacist within the first 24 hours following admission. This is accomplished as a means to reduce the potential for errors stemming from the patient taking different doses than what is listed on the medicine bottles and over the counter vitamins and herbs.

For more information about patient safety or patient safety week, visit the Canadian Patient Safety Institute at www.patientsafetyinstitute.ca or Safer Healthcare Now! at www.saferhealthcarenow.ca

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Official Opening of Waterford Green

Saturday, September 27, 2008 at 2:00 pm.

Join us on the Green for the Water Street Farmer's Market opening at 9:00am. Have breakfast or lunch and check out home baking, jams and jellies, jewelry and crafts. Jumping castles as well as games and activities for the children, with music on the stage from 11:00 am until 11:00 pm.

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Invitation to the launch of MYPIE

CBDC Northumberland and Enterprise Miramichi would like to invite you to participate in the launch of its networking group; Miramichi Young Professionals and Involved Entrepreneurs (MYPIE). This important event will be held on:

Date: Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Rodd Miramichi River, Sevogle Room

Free beverages and appetizers will be offered!

The event will feature young professionals and entrepreneurs of the area who will speak about the benefits of living and working in Miramichi. Whether you are a young professional, a young entrepreneur or simply “young-at-heart”, you will be able to connect with others, provide your input, and help instill a sense of pride, belonging and familiarity on the River.

Please reply to Nadine Dunn by September 23rd 2008 by email to nadine.dunn@ent-miramichi.ca or telephone at 622-5255.

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Green Festival This Weekend

This Labour Day weekend do something green! ECMA award winning country band, The Divorcees take the stage with 30 other groups covering music genres ranging from folk and blues to rock and jazz at the first annual Green Festival being held near Clairville, NB, from 10am Saturday August 30th until 6pm Monday, September 1st.

Enjoy the great outdoors, catch some live music, buy natural products from local artisans and learn about practical and affordable eco-friendly energy and consumer choices, all while the kids have a blast in a supervised play area featuring bouncy castles, games, face painting, pony and hay rides. With over 100 acres of onsite camping available you can plan to enjoy a few cold ones at the beer garden, catch even more live music, sleep over and do it all over again the next day.

Advance tickets are $10 per person per day, $25 for a 3-day pass, kids under 16 $5 per day, and children under the age of 5 get in free. At the gate it's $15 per day, $35 for a 3-day pass, and $7 per day for kids under the age of 16. Buy your tickets online here. Tickets are also being sold at various locations throughout the province, for a detailed list visit www.thegreenfestival.ca.

Going green is affordable! Plan to enjoy a family fun day out AND save money! For a detailed list of bands, vendors, weekend highlights and directions to the festival site visit The Green Festival online at www.greenfestival.ca.

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Network for Young Professionals in Miramichi

The CBDC and Enterprise Miramichi have joined forces in order to revive a network destined for young professionals and entrepreneurs. The Miramichi Young Business Professionals & Involved Entrepreneurs (MYPIE) is being created to reach young professionals and entrepreneurs aged 18-35 years old who are living and working in Miramichi.

This initiative follows a series of recommendations made by the Miramichi Community Action Committee, who after speaking to external experts and consulting with key stakeholders in the area, mentioned the need for Miramichi to have its own network of young professionals. This kind of network is not necessarily new to the region as some people had tried to initiate the project on a volunteer basis on a few occasions over the years. By taking the project under the CBDC and Enterprise Miramichi’s umbrella and having employees working on the project, both economic development agencies believe we should see a revitalized network of young professionals gathering in the upcoming year.

“This network will be great for our young people as they need to have the opportunity to voice their concerns, share their ideas, and help improve the overall economy of the region. It really is a win-win for everyone in the community to have our young people involved,” states Brian Donovan, Executive Director for Enterprise Miramichi.

Greg McNulty, General Manager for the CBDC adds, “We have seen an emergence of young entrepreneurs in the area and we need that young entrepreneurial spirit to retain our young professionals.”

With monthly activities planned from September to June, MYPIE’s initiators, Terry Stewart (Youth Development Officer for the CBDC) and Nadine Dunn (Job Liaison Officer for Enterprise Miramichi) hope that it will make things easier for young professionals and entrepreneurs to participate. There will be at least 10 events held on a Wednesday each month ranging from networking sessions to luncheons or breakfast meetings and tours of local businesses. Beginning on September 24th 2008 with a Wine & Cheese reception in the Sevogle Room at the Rodd Miramichi River Hotel from 5-7pm. Young professionals will speak about the benefits of living and working in Miramichi.

The focus of MYPIE is primarily to give young professionals and entrepreneurs an opportunity to gather on a regular basis to enable them to either network with other people, exchange information, and celebrate their efforts. To that effect, a lot of work is being put on success stories, which is why the kick-off activity on September 24th will showcase young people speaking up about the benefits of living and working in Miramichi.

If you want a slice of the pie and to be involved in community affairs, participate in MYPIE!

For more information contact Nadine Dunn at Enterprise Miramichi 506.625.1589, email nadine.dunn@ent-miramichi.ca, or Terry Stewart at CBDC 506.778.2121, email terry.stewart@cbdc.ca.

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Multi-cultural Forum on the Unity of Mankind
co-ordinated by the Miramichi Baha'i Community

Where: Beaverbrook Kin Centre (former Town Hall on the Square)
When: June 18, 2008 (11am to 9pm)

The purpose of the Forum is to bring together individuals and groups drawn to the idea of "the unity of mankind" and who wish to express their perspectives on this theme as it applies to the Miramichi Community and the world today.

Pictures, posters, arts & crafts representing this theme will be displayed in the Hall during the day.

Videos, skits, drama, interactive computer sessions, music and dance relevant to the theme of "the unity of Mankind" are welcome and need to be scheduled into the evening's performances.

The perspectives of our Miramichi youth and the perspectives of our seniors is especially valued and encouraged for the Forum.

The Forum will be informal and open to the public FREE of charge. We hope people will come in, browse, share ideas with each other and help develop a spirit of unity within our community and, indeed, within the whole world.

There is no cost to any individual or group who wishes to take part in the Forum, other than their own time and labour involved in participating.

This is to be an "Idea Forum" and selling, raffling or requesting donations for any purpose is not to be conducted during the Forum.

Any individual or group wishing to participate in the Forum should contact Dan LaBerge by e-mail laberge.dan@gmail.com or June Scott at 627-1893 no later then May 16th.

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Dungarvon Whooper Wrap Party

First two shows sold out to rave reviews!

Dungarvon Whooper Wrap Party with the Heritage Players Sunday April 20th at the Eco-Centre

Tickets $20 at Eco-Centre,Books Inn,Bill’s Kwik Way
Seating at 1 p.m. (Visit Squarebriggs exhibit)
Play begins at 2
Desserts served at 2:45
Wrap up party at 4
Light fare and refreshments served during the wrap party
Free photo with you, the Dungarvon Whooper, and the entire cast. Then get it autographed.
Live music, reading and storytelling.
Bar open throughout!
It’s a whoop of a wrap!

Dungarvon Whooper play not showing again until the Irish festival in July.

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Chen Style Tai Chi Workshop
April 21-25, 2008
Presented by Dr. Bob Bacher
Chen Taiji International ♦ www.taichivacations.com
In celebration of “World Tai Chi & Qigong Day - www.worldtaichday.org
“Experience Tai Chi’s wonderful benefits for Health, Longevity, and Inner Peace!”

In this workshop you will learn:
‣Tai Chi Principles and Theory
‣Stillness Standing Meditation
‣Joint Loosening Exercises
‣Silk Reeling Power Training
‣Using Tai Chi to Heal & Prevent Injuries
‣Chen Style Tai Chi Form
‣Push Hands Partner Training
‣Tai Chi Principles in Daily Life
‣Special Relaxation Techniques
‣Tai Chi Spinal Stretch
‣Qigong Training

• Open to everyone regardless of age, physical ability, or previous Tai Chi training.
• Martial Artists, Dancers, Yoga enthusiasts, Healing Professionals, & Movement Therapists Welcome!
• Bring your friends, family, co-workers, and especially children!

When: April 21-25, 2008
Where: Douglastown Recreation Center – Classes: 12-2pm – 2-4pm – 7-9pm
Cost: $25.oo (this gives you the opportunity to attend all classes during the week)
Registration & Information: City Hall- Community Wellness & Recreation Department no later than April 18th.
(141 Henry St. Miramichi, NB. 623-2300 - 8.30am – 12 & 12.30pm – 4.30pm

Dr. Bob Bacher is a practicing Chiropractor with nearly 30 years clinical experience in the US, Europe, Asia, and Central America. He specializes in Chiropractic Spinal Care, Nutritional and Dietary Planning, Stress Management, and Holistic Lifestyle Counseling.

Dr. Bacher is a 20th generation lineage representative for Chen Style Tai Chi, fully trained in China by Grandmaster Wang Xi’an. He has nearly 40 years experience with Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, Meditation, and various Martial Arts and healing systems from around the world.

Dr. Bacher is the founder of Chen Taiji International, a worldwide organization dedicated to the preservation, advancement, and teaching of the original Chen Style Tai Chi. He travels internationally teaching Tai Chi to share the many health and healing benefits of this ancient “Internal” Martial Art for the body, mind, and spirit. He is the author of two books: Taiji Basic Training Manual and Tai Chi at Work. Also a Chen Style Tai Chi teaching set on DVD.

Visit Dr. Bacher’s Official Website at: http://taichivacations.com

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DIABETES EXPO
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Presented by
Canadian Diabetes Association and Clothesline 1-800-505-5525

Saturday
May 31, 2008
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Rodd Miramichi River
1809 Water Street
Miramichi, NB

Enjoy this educational event for only $5.00
Register by calling
1-800-884-4232 ext#3
kassia.sweezey@diabetes.ca
or at the Miramichi Regional Diabetes Program 506-627-7500

One stop access to a full range of diabetes information, products, services and resources. Check out special guest speakers, trade show, and health care experts.

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Days of wooden ships and iron men

An exhibit featuring the work of world-renowned model shipwright and master carver Robert Squarebriggs April 9th through April 20th at the Ecology Education Centre 21 Cove Road Miramichi.

Full and half-models of famed frigates, barques, clippers, cutters, brigs and warships that rode the rough seas throughout the 18th century are on display.

Exhibit open from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. until April 20th
The artist will be on deck from 2-4 p.m. every day except Monday, April 14th and Tuesday, April 15th.

$5 admission supports education programs at the Eco-Centre.
For more details call 773-9524.
Robert Squarebriggs is featured in “Ships in Scale” and “WoodCarving Illustrated.”

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Miramichi's FatKat Animation Part of Frye Festival Workshops in Moncton

Aspiring writers can study their craft with the masters at the 2008 Frye Festival.

Workshops, led by such literary celebrities as award-winning novelist and screenwriter Russell Banks, headline Moncton’s annual celebration of words, April 23-27.

These unique learning experiences will be offered to students of various genres, from poetry and playwrighting to storyboarding and screenwriting.

The festival’s workshop series begins with a two-hour class on playwrighting, presented by Shediac playwright Don Hannah, at Théâtre l’Escaouette, April 24, at 9 a.m. Registration fee is $15. St. George writer Robert Rayner will deliver a workshop for adults writing for children at the Moncton Library that afternoon, starting at 1:30 p.m. Cost to participate is $10.

Russell Banks’ film writing workshop is among event highlights on April 25. His class begins at 9 a.m. at the Théâtre l’Escaouette and is a joint presentation of the Frye Festival, Enterprise Greater Moncton and Film New Brunswick. Cost is $35. To guarantee your participation, pre-register now by calling 506-859-4389 or emailing workshops.ateliers@frye.ca.

Jo-Anne Elder and Paris poet Jacques Rancourt will co-present a creative writing workshop in French that afternoon beginning at 2 p.m. at l’Alliance française, while Nova Scotia poet Peter Sanger will deliver a poetry workshop in English at the same time at the Moncton Public Library. Registration fee for both events is $10.

On Saturday, April 26 St. John’s poet Mary Dalton and Montreal poet and novelist Rachel Leclerc will lead poetry workshops in English and French, respectively, at the Moncton City Hall and the Dieppe Public Library, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with a $10 charge to participate.

And we can’t forget our youngest writers! Local cartoonist Eric Dyke will present a Creative Comics workshop in English and Diane Léger will present a Creative Writing workshop in French. Both workshops are for 8 to 10-year-olds and will take place at 10:00 a.m. at the Moncton Public Library. Both are free.

Workshops continue that afternoon with a presentation on chaotic creativity by members of the South East New Brunswick Chapter of Professional Writers Association of Canada at the Moncton Public Library, beginning at 1:30 p.m. Cost to take part is $10.

Miramichi’s Fatkat Animation will share the tools of the animation trade during a storyboarding and writing workshop at Mad City Comics, starting at 2 p.m. The fee to register is $15.

To register for these workshops, call the Frye Festival office at 859-4389, email workshops.ateliers@frye.ca or check out all the details at www.frye.ca.

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CONNIE & PAUL RELEASE NEW CD AS FUNDRAISER FOR PALLIATIVE CARE EDUCATION

Miramichi folk duo Connie & Paul are releasing their 4th recording Sunday January 20, 2008, 2PM at the Miramichi Regional Hospital Viewpoint Cafeteria on the 5th floor. The recording entitled “Let Me Walk You to the Corner” will be used as a fundraiser for the Miramichi Hospital Foundation PCU/EMP Palliative Education Fund and will sell for $20.00 each. The duo has pledged $5.00 to the fund from the sale of each of the 1000 CDs printed for a total of $5,000.00. To honour their pledge Connie & Paul have decided to donate the entire proceeds from the first 250 CDs sold to the fund. The fund will be available to staff of the Palliative Care Unit and the Extramural Program at Region 7 Hospital for palliative education purposes.

The recording features a varied selection of thought provoking songs. Selections include old gospel favourites as well as contemporary songs all arranged by Connie & Paul. The title song “Let Me Walk You to the Corner” is a powerful and inspiring original composition that was written specifically for palliative care.

The CD release will feature a performance by Connie & Paul and light refreshments will be served. Copies of the CD will be available for purchase at a cost of $20 each.

Connie Doucet & Paul McGraw have been sharing the stage together for 20 years. Their previous albums have met with critical acclaim worldwide and they have been described as being “. . . at the top of their craft . . .” as songwriters. They have performed throughout the Maritimes at festivals, concerts and pubs as well as special events such as Canada Day on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, La Place des Arts in Montreal and Seatrade in Miami Beach Florida. They have kept a schedule of 30-50 appearances per year including their acclaimed Miramichi Kitchen Party.

For more information on Connie & Paul or the CD release please visit: www.ConnieandPaul.com

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Penny Sale

St Patrick's Roman Catholic Church in Nelson, Miramichi, is hosting a Penny Sale
2 pm
Sunday November 18th in the church basement

Door prizes also

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Construction of Miramichi's first Condominium Complex has begun!

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Community Prayer Vigil to be held for “My Miramichi”

A Community Prayer Vigil for “My Miramichi” will be held on Tuesday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Queen Elizabeth Park in the Newcastle Town Square. The prayer vigil will be an opportunity for the community to unite together in prayer and healing for those struggling with addictions, their families, and the community. Following the prayer vigil, those in attendance are invited to visit various information booths in the Kin Centre.

The event is being organized by members of the Miramichi faith community, Miramichi Regional Health Authority’s Addiction Services, Mental Health, and Pastoral Care Departments, First Nations communities, the Miramichi Chamber of Commerce and Miramichi business community, City of Miramichi, Miramichi Police Force and Partners for a Drug Fee Miramichi.

Representatives from the community, First Nations, Addiction Services, a recovered addict, a family member affected by addictions, and the Miramichi faith community will be taking part in the prayer vigil. “We have all noticed the increase in drug use and addiction in our community and the harm being caused by drugs. Members of our community are living with addiction,” says Sherry Sturgeon, Miramichi business woman and organizing partner in the event. “Let us show our families, friends and neighbours that they are not alone, there is hope and there is help.”

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Foundation to hold 2nd annual community breakfast

The Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation will be hosting the 2nd annual community breakfast on the grounds of the Miramichi Regional Hospital on Friday, August 24, 2007. Proceeds from the breakfast will go towards the Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation’s purchase of a local digital mammogram service for the Diagnostic Imaging Department at the Miramichi Regional Hospital. The breakfast will begin at 6:30 a.m until 11a.m and will be held rain or shine as many local businesses and service clubs have donated tents to provide necessary shelter. Parking for the event will be located across the street from the hospital grounds. Advanced orders for deliveries will be taken until Wednesday, August 22.

“The community breakfast will have a carnival type atmosphere that will not only provide a great breakfast but also free fun for the whole family,” says Joanne Sellars, managing director of the Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation. Entertainment, children’s activities and health information kiosks will be set up for all to enjoy along with the scrambled eggs, hash browns, and bacon breakfast prepared in the morning for a cost of $4. Adding a healthy touch to this breakfast, the public will also be able to choose options such as fruit, yogurt or muffins to go with their meal. Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation board members, local personalities, volunteers, MRHA Board members, staff and physicians from the Miramichi Regional Health Authority will volunteer at the breakfast.

Many local businesses are showing their support through donations. To make a donation to this worthy cause or to purchase tickets, call the breakfast hotline at 623-3303. The breakfast is being sponsored by various businesses and individuals with the main sponsor being Atlantic Superstore.

The Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation's purpose is to raise funds for the purchase of equipment; construction projects for erection, extension, or alteration of buildings and provision of care for patients of Miramichi Regional Health Authority.

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Casting For Recovery Canada

The first annual Casting For Recovery Canada event to be held in New Brunswick, this year will be in the Miramichi area during the last two weeks of September. This is a national non-profit support and educational program for women who have or have had breast cancer. In previous years the retreats were held in Quebec, Nova Scotia, Ontario and British Columbia. Led by Kathryn Maroun, a professional fly fisher, CFRC provides an opportunity for women whose lives have been profoundly affected by breast cancer to gather in a beautiful, natural setting and learn fly-fishing, "a sport for life"!

Just as importantly, this offers an opportunity for time away, to meet new friends and have fun. We are currently looking for PARTICIPANTS, volunteers and/or donations to assist with the retreat this year. Participation is arranged by an anonymous lottery and requires registration and the time to attend. The event takes place over a three day period, usually starting on Friday. There will be no cost of any kind for participants!

For more information or to inquire about volunteering, participating or making a donation please visit the website at:
www.castingforrecovery.com , call Kathryn Maroun at 416.347.7000 or email:
kathryn@whatacatch.net

Casting For Recovery Canada is holding a 50/50 Draw on Saturday August 25, 2007.

There are two top prizes: first is 1 V.I.P. ticket for the “Country Rocks the Hill” Concert in Moncton on September 1, 2007 and second is a Prepaid Cell Phone from Downeast Communications in Miramichi! Bonus prizes to be announced later!

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at all three Downeast Communications locations in Miramichi and the “Opry Music Store” @ 450 King George HWY at a cost of only $2 each. Tax-deductible donations will also be accepted.

Limited amount of tickets will be sold! Help breast cancer recovery and see a great show at the same time!

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Miramichi Regional Hospital Foundation’s 2nd Annual
Miramichi Community Breakfast, Friday, August 24, 2007

6:30 am – 11:00 am

Tickets $4.00 each

All breakfast proceeds go towards the purchase of a local digital mammogram service.

Entertainment / Draws / Games & Information Booths / Jumping Castles / Clowns

Grand Prize Draw – a chance to win a return trip for 2 anywhere West Jet flies in Canada.

Get a ballot with your breakfast ticket and this year you have a chance to purchase extra tickets to win a $2 each or three for $5.00.

Tickets are on sale now at various business locations, and will be on sale at the breakfast.

Thanks for your support!

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2nd Hillers’ Reunion Schedule of Events

Friday, Aug. 17th
7 p.m.: Meet and Greet at England’s Hollow. Free and open to everyone. Bring your own chairs.
7:15 p.m.: Opening remarks by Councillor Rupert Bernard. Crowing of Parade Queen Helena McIntyre by Councillor Martin McIntyre.
7:30 p.m.: - Entertainment provided by local talent. Karaoke – Get up and entertain us if you want. Fundraising BBQ will be held at England’s Hollow by the Miramichi Physically Disabled and Handicapped Association.
9 p.m.: - A Memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony will be held in memory of all deceased residents of the hill. Candles will be placed throughout England’s Hollow. Memorial Candles sell for $1which will be a donation to the Cancer Society. Call Isabel Carroll at 778-2463 or Debbie Carroll at 773-5586 to order candles for this event. Candles will be also on sale just prior to the Memorial Ceremony at England’s Hollow. The names of those being remembered are being compiled and will be read out during the ceremony.

Saturday, Aug. 18th
11 a.m.: Hiller’s Parade. Starting at Saint Andrew’s School on the hill, the parade will proceed down Miramichi Avenue to Water St. and through the Historic Water Street Business District and around to the Waterford Green on Loggie St. past the Rodd Hotel and back on to Water St. to Farrah’s Corner and along Water St. to England’s Hollow. Come join us rain or shine! Get your family to make a family banner and walk behind it in the parade. The Miramichi Physically Disabled and Handicapped Association bus will be available for those who want to be in the parade but are unable to walk. The Hiller’s Parade will be lead by the Parade Queen Helena McIntyre.
12 p.m.: A 2nd Fundraising BBQ will be held at England’s Hollow by the Miramichi Physically Disabled and Handicapped Association.
12:15 p.m.: Children’s games, Jolly Jumper, Face Painting, etc. at England’s Hollow.
1 p.m.: Hiller’s Idol Karaoke Contest – England’s Hollow. Come watch our contestants perform. All contestants must have some roots on the hill.
9 p.m. – 1 a.m.: Hiller’s Dance at the Miramichi Agricultural Exhibition. The two halls will be use, one with a live band Cook n’ with Ross and the other hall will have DJ – Evy Gray. Doors open at 8 p.m.. You must have a pre-purchased ticket. No tickets at the door! There will be door prizes drawn. Local Member of the Legislative Assembly, Bill Fraser will offer some remarks on this occasion.

Sunday, Aug. 19th
5:30 p.m.: Mass at Saint Michael’s Basilica. Seats will be reserved for Hillers to sit together at this mass.

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First Annual Renous Revival Schedule

The Renous Recreation Center is celebrating its 35th Anniversary Aug. 17th-26th with the First Annual Renous Revival.

Friday, Aug. 17th
• 7-11 p.m. Karaoke: Open Mic Admision: Adults $4, students $2.

Saturday, Aug. 18th
8 a.m.– 12 p.m. – Yard Sale and Pancake Breakfast. $10 per table.
1 p.m. – Washer Toss. Call 622-2857.

Sunday, Aug. 19th
1 p.m. – Texas Hold’Em. Registration $30. Buy-in $20. Must be 19 yrs. and older.

Monday, Aug. 20th
Movie night at the Renous Recreation Centre. Admission $5.
• 6 p.m. – Family Show
• 9 p.m. – Teen Movie

Tuesday, Aug .21st
12 p.m. – Youth Floor Hockey. Registration $5

Wednesday, Aug. 22nd
6:30 p.m. – Miss Renous Pageant

Thursday, 23rd
Dance Time
6-7 p.m. – Preschool to Grade 2
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. – Grade 3-5
9-11 p.m. – Middle School

Friday, Aug. 24th
7 p.m. – Opening of Reg Donovan Memorial Ball Tournament. To register, call 622-0026 or 622-3173.
10 p.m. – Fireworks display

Saturday, Aug. 25th
8 a.m. – Tournament continues
8 a.m. - Pancake breakfast
12 – 6 p.m. – Jam session. Local entertainers welcome.
9 p.m. – 1 a.m. – Adult dance.
Music by Hard Core Trubadours. Admission: $10. Must be 19 or over.

Sunday, Aug. 26th
10 a.m. – Finals of tournament
Family Activity Day
11 a.m. – Puck Race ($500 prize) at Renous Recreation Centre
12 p.m. – Kids’ activities: Jumping Castle, Dunk Tank, etc..
CasinoWheel and other games at the Renous Recreation Centre.

For more information, call the Renous Recreation Centre at 622-
7182.

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Giant yard sale benefits Juvenile Diabetes research

A family dealing with Juvenile Diabetes is hosting a giant yard sale this weekend. Proceeds from the sale will benefit research for a cure.

The event was conceived and organized by Jennifer Keenan. The Barnettville resident and her husband Jason have two children living with the disease. Almost a year ago, and within three weeks of each other, their daughters Jules and Abby were diagnosed.

“It was absolutely devastating,” Keenan said. “It changes your whole life. You have to learn to test their sugar, to watch their carbs, to give them their insulin. You feel like your whole life is about this disease.”

Diabetes results when an individual’s blood glucose, or blood sugar, is too high. With Juvenile Diabetes the pancreas does not produce insulin, a hormone that helps glucose get into the cells and provide them with energy. Without insulin, too much glucose stays in the blood. Eventually, high blood glucose can lead to serious problems with the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, gums and teeth.

Living with the illness has now prompted Keenan into action, communicating with other families in the same situation, while raising awareness of the disease and funds for research. This year, Keenan and others in her family will be participating in the “Walk for the Cure” on June 3 in Moncton and, of course, hosting the yard sale this weekend.

“Support for the sale has been wonderful. People have been so generous and we are very grateful for everyone’s help,” she said.

Jules and Abby will also be helping out and raising funds. The girls, along with Jules’ twin brother Samuel, will be selling Crystal Light at the event.

The yard sale is this coming Saturday, May 19, at the Anglican Church Hall at 293 Main Street in Blackville from 9 am to 3 pm. For information on how to donate to the Walk for a Cure, call the Keenans at 506-843-6081 or email jasonjen@nbnet.nb.ca.

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Labels: event, fundraiser

Grand Opening Ceremony of the Miramichi Independent Living Resource Centre

The Board, Staff and volunteers of Miramichi Independent Living Resource Centre/Centre de Ressource Vie Autonome, would like to invite you to the Official Grand Opening of our new Centre (1756 Water St., Suite B, Miramichi, NB, E1N1B5) which will be held Friday, May 18, 2007 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

The first hour and a half of the ceremony will be held at the Rodd Inn Convention Centre on Water Street, Miramichi to be followed by the cutting of the ribbon at our new Centre, which is located on the opposite side of Water Street.

We are very pleased to offer you this opportunity to meet the representatives of local, provincial and national organizations who have agreed to partner with us in bringing several new and exciting projects that will benefit all persons with disabilities and their families within the Miramichi Region.

We will be announcing the official launching of a very special partnership with Voice Print Canada, which provides a provincial and national service for the 4.5 million Canadians who can’t independently access newspapers, magazines or even a government document due to, for example, low literacy skills, blindness, vision restriction, physical or learning disability or just getting older.

Invitees to the ceremony will include Mayors John McKay, Lorne Mitton and Michael O’Brien. Also attending will be VoicePrint Board member and former Mayor of Bathurst, Bob Lockhart; Gary Comeau, Assistant Executive Director of the Premier’s Council on the Status of Disabled Person’s; Traci Walters, National Director of the Canadian Association of Independent Living Resource Centres; Arline Hachey, Manager of Client Services, CNIB as well as the media and many other special guest.

We look forward to your presence at the Grand Opening and would be very pleased to welcome any other guests you may wish to bring with you. Our new Centre will be open for viewing all day Friday and staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you might have concerning the Centre.

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Proving How Great Canadian Kids Are

Today, to conclude International Youth Week, educators, child-focused organizations, issue experts, healthcare workers and parents will meet to try and change the way Canadians view youth to a more positive light at the third Helping Canadian Kids Thrive! Conference. The conference will highlight success stories to illustrate how great Canadian youth are and how easy it is to provide them with opportunities with meaningful participation in society so they can excel.

International Youth Week is a celebration of the positive contributions that youth make in their communities. “What a perfect time for all of us to recognize that the majority of children are good and doing good things.” says Joanne McQuiggan, Executive Director of Thrive! The Canadian Centre for Positive Youth Development. “This is a gathering of people who have success stories to prove that focusing on children’s strengths is far more productive than always trying to fix what’s wrong.”

The conference comes in response to the ongoing focus on the shortcomings of our youth, such as bullying, substance abuse and other destructive behaviours. As the vast majority of children do not exhibit such behaviours, many people see the event as being long overdue. Craig Keilburger, Founder and Chair of Free the Children that has involved over one million children and youth in advocacy projects around the world says, “Children are making the wise decisions, leading by example and making a difference in their peer groups, communities and around the world every day. It’s time for people to stand up and recognize the things that our youth are doing right.”

Celebrating youth is only part of the conference objectives however, as children cannot continue to succeed without effective support systems that bring out the best in them. Conference participants will also be provided with easy-to-use, research-proven tools that any adult can use to fully engage youth in positive behaviours and community involvement.

The Miramichi organizing committee is extremely proud to be hosting the Thrive! Conference. “We consider this conference to be a celebration,” says Mary Lynn Jardine, Youth Recreation Coordinator, City of Miramichi. “It is a celebration of our efforts to promote MY MIRAMICHI. MY MIRAMICHI is a great place to live work and play. Our service providers, our schools, business, our parents and the youth themselves have embraced the concept of positive youth development. The Miramichi region has been working to reshape its future by promoting strength focused initiatives. “My new motto is that we work with youth not for youth. And I am most proud of the high number of youth delegates and volunteers participating in this year’s conference.” The local committee has left no detail to chance; the Conference Delegates will experience true Miramichi Hospitality.

As well, conference participants will learn about Lions Quest programs – award-winning personal and social skills programs for young people that have helped more than six million students ages five to 18 reach their full potential. One of the unique aspects of Lions Quest programs is instruction in the concept of service-learning. This valuable teaching method enhances what is taught in the classroom by providing students with opportunities to use newly acquired skills and knowledge in real-life situations in their communities, which help to develop personal and social responsibility.

The delegates at the Helping Canadian Kids Thrive! Conference believe its time for all Canadians to gain access to these tools, and to commit to using them, while celebrating and nurturing our youth leaders. “In light of all the great things about our kids, I find it difficult to see how any Canadian could not see their glass as being full.” says Joanne McQuiggan. “But there is still ongoing work to be done. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, community member, or neighbour – it’s up to all of us to make sure that kids have what they need to be their best.”

For more than twenty years, Thrive! has provided products, workshops, services and curriculum resources to support adults in helping young people deal with the complex issues they face every day. The mission of Thrive! is to provide leadership, knowledge and resources to develop healthy capable young people of strong character, by working with individuals, agencies and organizations both in Canada and abroad to give Canadians access to the best possible positive youth development resources and training experiences.

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Thrive Conference

Best selling author, Dr. Scott Wooding to speak at James M. Hill Theatre
As part of the National Thrive Conference on Positive Youth Development, on Wednesday, May 9th, Dr. Scott Wooding is scheduled to speak on today's teenagers and and stress. Dr. Scott is a best-selling author, and is considered one of the leading authorities on parenting today's teenangers. The Eel Ground School's drama club is set to perform After the Thunder: The Simon Bishop Story prior to Dr. Wooding's talk. This special evening session from 7-9 p.m. is open to the community. Donation at the door.


Helping Canadian Kids Thrive! 2007 - 3rd National Conference on Positive Youth Development (May 10th & 11th, 2007)
Sponsor: Thrive! The Canadian Centre for Positive Youth Development
Date: Thu, May 10
Time:
Location: Rodd Miramichi River -- A Rodd Signature Resort, 1809 Water St., Miramichi East
Phone: 1(800)265-2680, Mary Lynn Jardine: 506-623-2054
Email: kay@thrivecanada.ca, mljardine@nb.aibn.com
Website: www.thrivecanada.ca/
Comments: Energizing learning sessions and training opportunities.

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Support Local Athlete in Toronto Travels

O’Donaghue’s Pub on Water Street in Chatham will host a fundraising event for Navenda Reynolds this weekend on Saturday May 5th from 8pm to 2am. Navenda is travelling to Toronto next month to compete as a fitness model in the World National Sports Association Fame World Tour 2007. Proceeds from the evening at O'Donaghue's will help pay for Navenda's trip and other expenses associated with competing at this level.

Pam McKendrick will provide live music and draws for fabulous door prizes will happen throughout the evening. There is a $5 Cover Charge.

Come out and enjoy a wonderful evening of great entertainment and support a local athlete!

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Labels: event, fundraiser

International Media in Miramichi



Several mementos of the Miramichi were presented to local dignitaries and the international journalists.

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Community Celebration of Life Memorial ceremony to be held

The first Community Celebration of Life Memorial ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 6 at the Miramichi Kin Centre. The ceremony will honor patients who have died while being followed by the Miramichi Extra Mural Program. This memorial service will not replace the Palliative Care memorial service that is held at the Miramichi Regional Hospital.

“The Community Celebration of Life Memorial ceremony will allow the family to grieve in an atmosphere strengthened by the community as everyone present will share the common bond of losing a loved one and friend,” says Connie Doucet, Extra Mural Program palliative care coordinator and organizer of the event.

“This ceremony celebrates the life of the individual and also provides closure for the Extra Mural Program staff,” says Doucet.

A total of 31 families have been invited to attend. Doucet says this memorial ceremony has been a goal of the Miramichi Extra Mural Program for some time and it is wonderful that it will be finally realized. “We plan to hold the service twice a year.”

The memorial service is being organized by the staff and volunteers of the Miramichi Extra Mural Program and the Pastoral and Spiritual Care Department of the Miramichi Regional Hospital. Community involvement also includes the Miramichi Kinsmen who have donated the Kin Centre for the event. Reverend Diane Jukes, protestant chaplain for the Miramichi Regional Health Authority and Father Leon Creamer will lead the ceremony. Music will be provided by the Miramichi Extra Mural Program choir led by Doucet and accompanied by fellow musician Paul McGraw.

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Miramichi Regional Health Authority displaying community programs

The Miramichi Regional Health Authority (MRHA) is reaching out to the public this weekend as it displays several of its community wellness programs at the Miramichi Lifestyles 2007 show.

A ‘healthy living expo’ is a new component this year to the long-running lifestyles show happening at the Miramichi Civic Centre from April 27-29. This expo will feature displays from the Miramichi Regional Health Authority, City of Miramichi Recreation and Wellness, Culture and Sport.

“The focus of the expo is active living and wellness,” says Clarissa Whitlock, Community Health Promotion Coordinator with the Miramichi Regional Health Authority. She, along with David Sisk, City of Miramichi Recreation Supervisor and Rene Pelletier, a Consultant for the Dept of Wellness, Culture and Sport have been meeting for the past several months to organize displays for the expo.

“The MRHA will be represented by 10 community programs that will display health promotion and prevention information. We will have Addiction Services, Methadone Stakeholders, Community Mental Health Services, Mango, Regional Diabetes Program, Healthy Learners, Breast Screening, Women’s Wellness and MRHA’s Workplace Wellness.

“For example, our breast screening program will be promoting its digital mammography services and showing the public digital images, along with providing females breast screening information; our Addiction Services program will focus on information for parents and teens on today’s issues of marijuana and crystal meth. All the programs have worked really diligently to organize their displays to get the best health information together for the public.”

This MRHA’s involvement in this expo maintains its commitment to the wellness of the community it serves. The public is encouraged to make plans to attend the Miramichi Lifestyles show and the Healthy Living Expo this weekend.

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World Asthma Day will be celebrated

World Asthma Day will be celebrated on May 1. The day is an opportunity to improve asthma awareness and care around the world. This year’s theme is “You can control your asthma”. The theme emphasizes that effective asthma treatments exist and, with proper diagnosis, education, and treatment, the great majority of asthma patients can achieve and maintain good control of their disease.

The staff of the Miramichi Regional Health Authority’s Asthma/COPD clinic will be marking World Asthma day by holding an information session at the Douglastown Shoppers Drug Mart located in Northumberland Square on May 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Respiratory therapist, Angela Thomas and registered nurse Linda McKinnon will be available to perform lung function and oxygen tests as well answer any questions related to asthma. They recommend that individuals bring their puffers and devices with them to assist in the education process.

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David Adams Richards at Frye Festival in Moncton this Weekend

Renowned New Brunswick author David Adams Richards will present the second Antonine Maillet - Northrop Frye Lecture on Saturday, April 28 from noon to 1 pm. The theme of the lecture will be “Playing the Inside Out”. The event will take place during the Frye Festival at Moncton City Hall in the Council Chambers at 655 Main Street. The conference will be in English with simultaneous interpretation.

Born in 1950 in Newcastle, N.B., David Adams Richards currently writes in Toronto. He is known for his almost mythic vision. The Vancouver Sun calls him “perhaps the greatest Canadian writer alive”. His latest book The Friends of Meager Fortune was published in 2006 by Doubleday Canada.

In his lecture, David Adams Richards will consider the intellectual, emotional and imaginative strength required to stand by one’s convictions as a writer of fiction.
“A writer must never compromise his imaginative vision in order to be accepted. The result will be an erosion of his art,” explains Paul Curtis, English Professor at the Université de Moncton and one of the organizers of the event, in reference to Richards’ talk.

The writer will also observe how writers in the Maritimes have long been outside the economic and political centres of power, but not the cultural centre. “From this relatively marginal position, the attraction to modify one’s vision in order to be accepted appears all the more powerful,” says Curtis.

These themes of the outsider as well economic and political centres of power are very much in evidence in Mr. Richards latest and perhaps most powerful novel The Friends of Meager Fortune.

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Frye Festival Schedule of Events

Now in its 8th year, this five-day celebration of words officially opens April 25 on a quest to promote the pleasure and discovery of reading. Canada's only bilingual literary festival boasts appearances by almost 300 award-winning authors to date, an annual economic impact of $2 million plus on the greater Moncton region. This year its school visits will double, with some 8,000 schoolchildren throughout New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island to welcome authors into their classrooms. The not-for-profit, volunteer-driven festival attracted 10,000 people to its events, donated $4,000 worth of new books to local schools (increases to $6,000 this year), and gave out $2,800 in prize money to new and young writers (this year's amount will also more than double).

Frye Festival Schedule

Tuesday, April 24

6-8 pm: Soirée littéraire - An evening to promote the fun of reading for kids and their families (in French). École Marée Montante, 49 College St., Saint-Louis-de-Kent

7-8:30 pm: Frye Symposium: Pop et Frye - "Anxieties of Identity: Popular Potboilers, Gothic Literature and Stories of the Self". Robert Lapp and Deborah Wills from Mount Allison University discuss popular literature past and present, with a focus on horror, literature of the macabre, and the Gothic (in English). Free admission. Moncton City Hall, 6th floor, 655 Main St

Wednesday, April 25

Writers in Schools - Beginning at 8:30 a.m. and continuing throughout the school day

9:30-10:30 am: Frye Symposium: Lecture by Jean O'Grady - "Revaluing Values". Simultaneous translation. Free admission. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

11 am: Official Launch of the Festival, Moncton City Hall, Lobby, 655 Main St.

12:00 noon: YMCA Literacy Luncheon. Proceeds to the YMCA's Youth Tutor Club. Guest Speaker: Lesley Choyce. Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for a table of 8. To reserve, call the YMCA at 857-0606. Ramada Plaza Hotel, Crystal Palace, 499 Paul St., Dieppe

1:30-3:30 pm: Frye Symposium Roundtable. Authors discuss the topic: "Ways of Understanding Popular Culture". Moderator: Hélène Destrempes. Panelists: Brecken Rose Hancock, Serge Morin and Tony Tremblay. Simultaneous translation. Free admission. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

3-5 pm: Workshop for Adults Writing for Children with Lesley Choyce (in English). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St


5 pm: Entre Nous, Rogers Television Frye Festival Special with Manon Levesque (repeated at 10 pm)

5-7 pm: A Tribute to Jean O'Grady. L'Auberge, Delta Beauséjour Hotel, 750 Main St.

7-9 pm: Reading and Discussion with Lorette Nobécourt, sponsored by Alliance Française and the Consulate General of France. Alliance Française, 241 St. George St.

7-9:30 pm: Aliant Café Underground - Performances by high school students of their own poetry, prose and songwritingMentors: Emily Pohl-Weary and Dano LeBlanc. Free admission. Empress Theatre, Robinson Court (adjoining Capitol Theatre, 811 Main St.)

Thursday, April 26

Writers in Schools - Beginning at 8:30 and continuing throughout the school day

9-11 am: Bilingual Postcard Story Workshop with Jo-Anne Elder - "I'm writing to tell you..."
To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

9:30-10:30 am: Frye Symposium Lecture by Robert D. Denham - "Frye's Magnum Opus: Fifty Years After". Simultaneous translation. Free admission. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

12-1 pm: Dialogue - Jean Fugère in conversation with Lorette Nobécourt (in French). Free admission. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

1:30-3:30 pm: Writers Federation of New Brunswick Readings, hosted by Lee Thompson. Readers include Tammy Armstrong, Elizabeth Blanchard, Noeline Bridge, Kelly Cooper, Laurie Glenn Norris and Ed Gates. Admission: $5. Mexicali Rosa's, 683 Main St.

5 pm: Entre Nous - Rogers Television Frye Festival Special with Manon Levesque (repeated at 10 pm)

6 pm to 7 pm: Dialogue - Patrick Lane in conversation with Bernice Eisenstein (in English). Free admission. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

8 pm: Soirée Frye - Readings by Karen Solie, Georgette LeBlanc, Marilyn Lerch and Bryan Perro
Musical Guests: Isaac & Blewett with Les Païens. Award Presentation to the winners of the State Farm Essay Contest. Admission is $5 at the door. Reception to follow. Capitol Theatre, 811 Main St.

10 pm: Night Howl - Featuring George Fetherling and Brigitte Harrison with musical guest Marc-André Léger. Admission: $5. Kramer's Corner, 702 Main St.

Friday, April 27

6-8:40 am: CBC Information Morning - Festival Broadcast. CBC Moncton's Information Morning will air an entire show on the Festival. The program is broadcast on CBC Radio One.

Writers in Schools - Beginning at 8:30 and continuing throughout the school day

9 am-5 pm: Writing for Film and Television Workshop with Randy Pearlstein (in English). Effective techniques for both advanced and beginning film and television writers. To register call 859-4389 by Monday, April 23. Registration fee: $35 - Simultaneous translation. Théâtre l'Escaouette, 170 Botsford St.

9-11 am: Poetry Workshop with Karen Solie (in English). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

9-11 am: Creative Writing Workshop with Georgette LeBlanc (in French). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

12-1:30 pm: Roundtable - Authors discuss the topic: "The Graphic Novel Grows Up"
Moderator: Jean Fugère, with Bernice Eisenstein, Dano LeBlanc, Harvey Pekar and Michel Rabagliati. Simultaneous translation - Admission: $10. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

1:30-3:30 p.m.: Creative Non-Fiction Workshop with Patrick Lane (The Memoir) (in English). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

5 pm: Entre Nous - Rogers Television Frye Festival Special with Manon Levesque (repeated at 10 pm)

5-6 pm: Book Signing by Harvey Pekar, United Book Store, 347 Mountain Road

5-6:30 pm: Mostly Fiction - Readings by: George Fetherling, Gilles Gougeon, Lorette Nobécourt and Elaine McClusky. Admission: $10. Creek Restaurant, 107 Robinson St.

8-9 pm. Harvey Pekar Live. Admission: $10. Théâtre l'Escaouette, 170 Botsford St.

10 pm: Night Howl - Featuring Emily Pohl-Weary and Serge Patrice Thibodeau with musical guests Urban Café. Admission: $5. Kramer's Corner, 702 Main St.

Saturday, April 28

9 am-12 pm: State Farm KidsFest for children 2 to 12 and their families. Author readings, book signings, workshops, comic strip writing, contests, etc. Free admission. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St. KidsFest schedule includes:

9 am: Michèle Laframboise - Reading
9:30 am: Jeremy Tankard - Reading
10 am: Coro Atlantica - Performance of excerpt from Seussical the Musical
10:30 am: Lesley Choyce - Reading
11 am: Marie-France Comeau - Reading
11:30 am: Dano Leblanc - Signing by Acadieman Creator


10-11 am: Comics in the Library Workshop for Students Aged 8 to 10 with Scott Tingley (in English). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Free admission (www.comicsintheclassroom.net). Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

10-11 am: Writing Workshop for Students Aged 6 to 9 with Marie-France Comeau (in French). " Sur la trace des sens - avec Diego l'escargot ". To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Free admission. Moncton Public Library, 644 Main St.

10 am- 12 pm: Special Festival Broadcast: "Anne et compagnie". Host: Anne Godin. Radio-Canada Atlantique. www.radio-canada.ca/atlantique

9:30-11:30 am: Creative Writing Workshop with Arlette Cousture (in French). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Presented by Université de Moncton’s Alumni Association, Moncton Campus. Registration fee: $10. Dieppe Public Library, 333 Acadie Ave.

10-11:30 am: Saturday Brunch and Books. Brunch begins at 9:30, with readings at 10 by Laura Byrne Paquet, Gilles Gougeon, Brigitte Harrison and Elaine McCluskey. Admission: Cost of the meal. Kramer's Corner, 702 Main St.

11:30 am: The "Association France-Canada Moncton" Hosts Author Lorette Nobécourt. On the menu: Acadian Fricot - Admission: $15 (not included in Festival Pass). Registration: Ronald Cormier, 383-8563 or rcormier8563@rogers.com. Rotary Pavilion - St. Anselme Park, Dieppe

12-1 pm: The Antonine Maillet - Northrop Frye Lecture - Lecture by David Adams Richards entitled "Playing the Inside Out". Simultaneous translation. Admission: $10. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

1:30-2:30 pm: Dialogue - Tony Tremblay in conversation with David Adams Richards (in English). Admission: $10. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

2-4 pm: Comic Book Workshop for Students 12+ with Jeremy Tankard (in English). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Sponsored by Read's (all proceeds to Laubach Literacy). United Book Store, 347 Mountain Road.

2-4 pm: Comic Book Workshop for Students 12+ with Jimmy Beaulieu (in French). To register call: 382-3015 or fryeworkshops@hotmail.com. Registration fee: $10. Sponsored by Read's (all proceeds to Laubach Literacy). United Book Store, 347 Mountain Road.

3-3:30 pm: Book Signings with Allan Cooper and Others! Festival Bookstore and Café, Lobby, Delta Beauséjour Hotel, 750 Main St.

3-4 pm: Dialogue - Gilles Gougeon in conversation with (to come) (in French). Admission: $10. Moncton City Hall, Council Chambers, 655 Main St.

3-4:30 pm: Aliant Budding Writers, Grade 5 to 8 students read their own work
Mentors: Emily Pohl-Weary and Paul Roux. Free admission. Riverview Middle School, 45 Devere Road, Riverview.

4-6 pm: The 'Not Just Another Book Launch' Event - Goose Lane Editions and Éditions Perce-Neige present their new titles, including works by Laura Byrne Paquet, Lesley Choyce, Tammy Armstrong, Georgette LeBlanc and others. Hosted by Goose Lane Editions' Susanne Alexander and Éditions Perce-Neige's Serge Patrice Thibodeau. Free admission. Reception to follow. Moncton City Hall, Lobby, 655 Main St.

8-11 pm: Frye Jam - An extravaganza of readings of all kinds, music and a comic jam.
Hosts: Les Païens. Musical Guests: Suzanne Léger, Sean Booth & ParaNerd, Pascal Lejeune and pAn. Admission: $10. Aberdeen Cultural Centre, 140 Botsford St.

Sunday, April 29

10-11:30 am: Brunch and Books - Readings and musings on the writing life with (to come) and Arlette Cousture. Also includes the Greater Moncton Literacy Advisory Board's annual "Adult New Writers Contest Awards". Tickets are $20 and must be purchased by April 27 through the Capitol Theatre Box Office or by telephone at 856-4379 or 1-800-567-1922. Delta Beauséjour Hotel, Mezzanine, 750 Main St.

1-2 pm: Poet flyé Says Bye Bye! Paul Bossé reads his Poet flyé epic creation. Unveiling of the Northrop Frye commemorative plaque. Free admission, food, music and parking. Greater Moncton International Airport, Destinations Lounge, 2nd Floor, 777 Aviation Ave., Dieppe.

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Easter Bunny Hops into the Mall this weekend

The Easter Bunny will be at the Northumberland Square mall!
Date: April 5th & 7th, 2007
Location: Northumberland Square mall, 2441 King George Hwy., Miramichi (Douglastown)

The Easter bunny will have Easter colouring books, crayons and Easter treats for all the kids. Children can have their own photo taken with the Easter bunny for free.

Event dates & times: Thursday, April 5th ● 2-4 p.m. ● 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, April 7th, ● 10 a.m. - 12 noon ● 2-4 p.m..

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Second annual conference labelled a success

The second annual women’s wellness conference is being labelled a success by organizers and attendees.

Over 90 women from the Miramichi and surrounding areas attended the one-day conference on March 8 at the Miramichi Regional Hospital in celebration of International Women’s Day 2007. The conference, “A Day for Women” was an initiative of the Women’s Wellness Program committee of the Miramichi Regional Health Authority (MRHA). Health professionals from the MRHA and community volunteers worked together to offer this enlightening day for the second year in a row.

During the conference, the program unveiled its new logo, slogan and pamphlet. The design of the logo is a daisy representing regeneration, new growth and simple beauty while the soft pastel colors represent the strength, elegance and the complexity of a woman's anatomy. The slogan, which was penned by MRHA staff member, Beth Murray is ‘Lifestyle to Health’.

“Again this year, we are very pleased with the outcome of the conference. Seats were filled in just three days and we know all the women who attended enjoyed themselves,” says Jacqueline Poitras, the Women’s Wellness Program nurse and chair of the organizing committee.

“We know now that females in our region want to be informed about health issues. They are interested in health promotion and are being proactive by attending educational sessions that we provide for them. The comments received were positive and these comments will help us plan future conferences,” she added.

“A Day for Women” was made possible by the support of many generous sponsors. A thank you is extended to the organizations who donated to the event.

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MANGO - Working Together for the Health of our Community Workshop

Mar 28 - 29, 2007

Our community has been watching the increasing rates of diabetes, heart disease and obesity affect the overall health of our region. In 2002, the Miramichi Regional Health Authority implemented a community wellness program in our region: the MANGO program.

You are invited to hear our journey and explore ways to offer a wellness program in your community.

Who should attend?
All health care professionals, management and government agencies with an interest in wellness and a desire to work with, and improve the health of their community.

Location:
Rodd Miramichi River

To register:623-3502, Info.: 623-3553
Email: charlene.smith@rha.ca, jacqueline.noseworthy@rha7.ca

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Disability Issues Workshop

Miramichi Independent Living Resource Centre
Promoting a new perspective on disability/
Centre de Ressource Vie Autonome Miramichi
Voir au dela du handicap

Disability Issues Workshop

March 22, 2007 • 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Rodd Miramichi River

Admission: Free (Free lunch will be provided)

The Board of Miramichi Independent Living Resource Centre would like to invite all persons with disabilities, family members, friends, care providers, professionals, community organizations, government departments and anyone else who is interested in disability issues to participate in a workshop which will include the following sessions.

A. Estate Planning For A Family Member with a Disability
Mr. Ken Pike, author, lawyer, and activist from Rothesay, NB, who has extensive experience in wills and estates, housing and other issues related to people with disabilities will provide the opportunity for participants to explore the importance of trusts, wills, and financial/estate planning for a family member with a disability.

B. Are You a Penny Saver or Penny Taker
Ms. Jocelyn Brown, Director of Education with Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada Inc., a registered non-profit organization will provide the opportunity for participants to learn about the cost of credit, a step by step approach to tailoring your own spending plan, find out exactly what a credit report is and how everyday consumers can build an emergency fund and much more.

C. Direct Funding for Attendant Services: Putting Control Where It Belongs
Mr. Mike Murphy, Chairperson of the Ontario Network of Independent Living Resources Centres and National Board Member of the Canadian Association of Independent Living Resource Centres will address the challenges pertaining to Attendant Care such as ensuring the quality and retention of services.

Pre-register before March 20th, 2007 is required as space is limited. Please contact us at (506) 778-3928 or 778-2483. E-mail: jcaissie@nb.aibn.com Fax: (506) 778-8161

Canadian Association of Independent Living Centres website: http://www.cailc.ca/.

Labels: disability, event, financial, workshop

ECMA nominee to perform in Baie Ste. Anne

East Coast Music Awards (ECMA) nominee singer George Belliveau is coming to Baie Sainte-Anne as part of his concert tour.

The Acadian country singer will take the stage at the Baie Sainte-Anne regional school, at 7 p.m., on March 21, 2007.

The concert will be a part of the Semaine de la fierté française activities and will also be held earlier in the day for students.

Singing American country style music in French, Belliveau recently performed at the ECMA show in Halifax, where he was nominated for Country album and Francophone album of the year.

As part of the concert Belliveau will show his first music video “Durs sur les fonds de culottes.”

Belliveau released his first solo album, L’amour viendra nous sauver, in 2006.

Tickets for the concert in Baie Sainte-Anne on March 21 can be purchased at the cost of $10 in many local selling venues: Co-op dépanneur, Manuel’s Variété, the Pointe-Sapin Co-op, the Carrefour Beausoleil in Miramichi, and at the Baie Sainte-Anne regional school, or by contacting Ginette Manuel at (506) 228-2048.

Labels: event, music

Music Showdown

District 16 In Conjunction with MVHS Proudly Presents
Music Showdown
“Battle of the Bands”

DATE: April 14th, 2007
PLACE: Miramichi Valley High School
TIME: 2:00 PM AND 7:00 PM

Competition Guidelines and Rules

• All participants must be registered students in District 16, Carrefour Beausoleil and ERBSA.
• All music must be live, no backing track CD’s will be permitted.
• Performers will be required to play two songs in the elimination round, and three songs (one original) in the evening Showcase Final.
• Bands, Duets and Soloists are all encouraged to register, all genres of music are welcome. Profanity will not be tolerated.
• Application deadline is March 30th, 2007. Limited spaces available.

Grand Prize
Winning performer(s) will receive studio time to complete a one song professional demo (Value $500.00)

Application forms can be picked up at the main offices at Miramichi Valley High School, Blackville High School, North and South Esk Regional High School, James M. Hill High School, Bonar Law High School, Carrefour Beausoleil and ERBSA.

For more information, contact
Terry Whalen by e-mail: terry.whalen@nbed.nb.ca.

Labels: event, music

Rattle Cab Blues Band

Rattle Cab Blues Band of Miramichi announce their premiere blues unit every Friday night at Dooly's, Duke Street location, 9-PM til Closing.

Our web space for band information is linked below, stop by and say hello, you might just find that our blues will soothe your soul and worries or maybe just make you forget about them for awhile anyway!

Living on the River of Blues, Miramichi, Canada

Labels: event, music

Program unveiling to be held at conference

The Women’s Wellness Program at the Miramichi Regional Health Authority (MRHA) will unveil its logo and slogan during the second annual women’s conference being held tomorrow, March 8.

The Women’s Wellness Program was formed as a result of a successful partnership with the Beausejour Regional Health Authority in January 2002. This partnership’s mandate was to increase awareness for a need of cervical screening in women. However, years prior to that, statistical data revealed a need for this type of program in the region. A weekly pap test clinic was established to provide alternate resources for the female population who didn’t have access to yearly exams.

In 2004, a Women’s Wellness Program and a committee made up of health care professionals and community citizens was formed. A community needs assessment was completed and results indicated the female population wanted more information on health issues such as overweight and obesity, breast cancer, stress, back pain, heart disease and blood pressure.

The program will unveil its new logo, slogan and pamphlet during the opening of tomorrow’s conference. The design of the logo is a daisy representing regeneration, new growth and simple beauty while the soft pastel colors represent the strength, elegance and the complexity of a woman's anatomy. The slogan, which was penned by an MRHA staff member, Beth Murray is ‘Lifestyle to Health’.

The unveiling will be before an audience of 120 women who have registered for the second annual women’s wellness conference planned each year in recognition of International Women’s Day.

During this year’s conference, women will enjoy presentations by Community Non-Profit Task Force leader Claudette Bradshaw. Following Ms. Bradshaw, an informative presentation on the topic of Breast Health offered by Dollena Warren-Giguère, a registered nurse from Sherbrooke. The afternoon will be enlightening as well as the attendees will learn skills of financial planning with expert Jocelyne Browne of Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada. The day will end with local author Judy Bowman as she helps every woman express the importance of their own life story.

For more information on the Women’s Wellness Program, call 623-6136.

Labels: event, health, hospital

CELEBRATIONS ALWAYS
Wedding Magic Bridal Show

Sunday March 4/2007
Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Miramichi River Rodd Inn downtown Chatham
Admission: $3.00
Door Prizes will be drawn

This show is put together every year for Brides to give them an idea of what's available for planning their weddings.

Sweet Memories Bridal will be putting on a Fashion Show, music will be provided by Trinity Sounds.

There will be door prizes drawn, finger foods available and lots of wedding professionals to speak with.

Please come out and join us.

Proceeds from the door will be donated to a Miramichi Woman who has cancer and has to travel to Moncton for treatments. Many people think that cancer sufferers only have to worry about the symptoms, but tend to forget the other stresses that this disease can have on the patients lives. Financially this puts a large burden on families and emotionally this can cause extra stress.

The Proceeds from the door are going to Tabaitha Duffy of Renous.

We are excited to announce that Rachel Jaillet, the reigning Miss New Brunswick and Miss Canada International 2007 will be at the bridal show!

Labels: event

Support Local Athlete in Toronto Travels

Come on down to O’Donaghue’s Pub on Water Street in Chatham
On May 5th from 8:00p.m. to 2:00a.m.
$5 Cover Charge
LIVE MUSIC BY PAM MCKENDRICK
***Door Prizes Throughout the Night***

Help Support Local Athlete Travel To Toronto
To Compete As a Fitness Model
WITH THE…
WORLD NATURAL SPORTS ASSOCIATION
FAME WORLD TOUR 2007
JUNE 8TH – 10TH

Labels: event, fundraiser