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Stay & Play – Staycation Draw Night
The Miramichi SPCA & Operation Kind Kids have teamed up to create this amazing Staycation Draw! Helping two worthy non-profits at once - you can't go wrong!Ticket Price: $25Draw Date: January 15th, 2021*TEN PRIZES INCLUDED IN THIS DRAW* and this will be held at Mike's Bar and Grill, 484 King...
Swedish Tea Ring
This recipe comes from a small Betty Crocker Holiday Cookbook, 1967 and is described as “A festive wreath of tender, cinnamon-swirled pastry.” Prep time: 2 hours 45 mins Cook time: 30 mins Serves: 12-14 Ingredients FOR THE DOUGH: 2 packages active dry yeast½ cup warm water (105 to 115°F)½ cup lukewarm milk (scalded...
Stay Fit and Have Fun This Winter
Ski Loppet Program By Deana Gadd, for Miramichi Cross Country Ski Club This winter many people will be looking for outdoor activities for fun and fitness. We at the Miramichi Cross Country Ski Club (MCCSC) recommend that you check us out! The MCCSC is located in the Nelson area of...
Celebrating 20 Years of Mighty Miramichi
Be Happy, Be Positive, Be Mighty! Mighty Miramichi is a phrase we’ve all grown up hearing, and it not only describes our river, but also the heart of our community and region. It was for this reason that Terry Matchett chose it as the name of his new business, back...
Anthony Goguen Memorial Volunteer Award 2020 Recipient – Anna Buckley
The Anthony Goguen Memorial Volunteer Award in recognition and contribution to Volunteer Community Work in the Chatham Head Community for the 2020 year was recently awarded to Mrs. Anna Buckley. She is so deserving of this award and a sincere thank you for all your volunteerism and work you do...
Camp Sheldrake Memorial Board – Sponsor A Child At Camp!
A Memorial Board has been placed in the main lodge at Camp Sheldrake in Bartibog Bridge. For a minimum donation of $500, a deceased loved one’s name will be placed on the Board and a child will be sponsored in the deceased loved one’s name to attend one week of...
The Christmas Giv’er is Here!
The Christmas Issue of Giv’er Miramichi magazine went out in the mail last week and is available to pick-up at locations around the region, and also online at: www.giverontheriver.com/magazine/ In This Issue Christmas EventsCrafts, Sweet Treats, Unique Gifts and More at the Farmers MarketsSearching for Roots - New Brunswick Genealogical Society - MiramichiThe...
Splash of Greens – A New Way to Be Healthy
By Tyler Matchett Microgreens - what started as an element of high-class dining is now quickly taking the health world by storm. If you haven’t heard of these tiny plant superstars yet, it’s time to say hello. Even if you are not a huge fan of veggies, we're pretty sure...
Aunt Kay’s Memories of Growing up in a Simpler Time
Kathleen Quayle (Sutherland), also known as "Sweet Aunt Kay" “It doesn’t matter who you are, where you come from. The ability to triumph begins with you. Always.” – Oprah Winfrey Kathleen Quayle agrees. The Williamstown woman is to celebrate her 90th birthday on Dec. 16. She is one of...
Miramichi SPCA Family Pet Pics
Dreamland Photography presents Miramichi SPCA Christmas Family Pet Pics on Saturday, December 5th, 2020 from 10 am to 4 pm and on Sunday, December 6th, 2020 from 12 pm noon to 4 pm at the Seaman's Hospital, 12 Vye Street, Miramichi (Douglastown). Santa won’t be joining us this year but...
The Miramichi Fire – A History by Alan McEachreon
Book Review by Faye Baisley, NBGS - Miramichi Branch The Miramichi Fire occurred on October 7, 1825, destroying approximately 6,000 square miles and devastating entire communities along the river. It was the largest wildfire ever to occur within the British Empire and one of the largest in North American history....
Searching For Roots – New Brunswick Genealogical Society
The Miramichi Branch of the New Brunswick Genealogical Society (NBGS) often receives inquiries from individuals researching their family roots. QUERIES DOYLE - Looking for information on my great great aunt, Mary Doyle who was born in 1843 in Armstrong’s Brook, the daughter of Patrick Doyle and Bridget Daly. In 1849,...
‘Tis the Season… to give a Garden Gift!
Patsy and Pam enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon at the Mount Gardens. Photo by Terri Cormier. As we honour the service of our great Canadians who gave all this month, we remember, our attention now moving on to gift-giving and Christmas trees. This year, there are more ways to honour...