Giv'er Miramichi

Ghost Hunting at the Beaverbrook House

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 8, 2020 /

Curious about paranormal investigation? Saturday September 26th Paratime Investigations will be part of our first ever World’s Largest Ghost Hunt™! We are teaming up with the Historic Beaverbrook House for an all night investigation/ fundraiser! You can purchase tickets if you click on the link at the bottom of this post, to be a part…

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Pickle Recipes

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 7, 2020 /

These recipes come from an old publication found in a local antique store, Good News, A Monthly Service from Your Tamblyn Drugstore, September 1944. Sliced Cucumber Pickles Ingredients6 quarts cucumber slices (1/8 “ thick)1/2 cup salt6 cups cider vinegar1 1/2 tblsp celery seed3 tblsp mustard seed2 tsp curry powder4 cups corn syrup DirectionsUse smooth, medium…

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September 19, I’m buying an NB book!

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 6, 2020 /

 Bookstores, publishers, and literary organizations across New Brunswick are teaming up to launch the first ever I’m buying an NB book! day. The aim of this rallying event, which fosters curiosity and pride, is to highlight New Brunswick authors and increase sales of their books in local bookstores. New Brunswick literature is diverse and rich…

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Miramichi Counselling Centre – Helping Improve Quality of Life

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 5, 2020 /

Today, perhaps more than at any other time in history, society is aware of the connections between physical and mental health. We recognize the ways in which they impact each other and understand that caring for our mental health is essential to our overall well being. For many of us, counselling offers the support we…

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Parish Bids Farewell

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 4, 2020 /

RENOUS — On July 24, community members from Good Shepherd Parish gathered at Saint Bridget’s Church in Renous to say farewell to Father Godwin Kalu SMMM, who will be re-locating to Saint MargueriteBourgeoys Parish in nearby Miramichi. Father Godwin was joined by Father Daniel Bastarache, who has been his counterpart in the parish for the…

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New Pastor and Associate Pastor installed

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 2, 2020 /

MIRAMICHI — On the weekend of August 1-2, Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC of the Diocese of Saint John installed Father Godwin Kalu SMMM as pastor and Father Aloo Peter Chimaobi SMMM as associate pastor of Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish, Miramichi in a series of masses that visited each church in the parish — Saint Samuel’s…

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September is World Alzheimer’s Month – Show Your Support!

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 1, 2020 /

Join the Forget-Me-Not Rock Challenge! September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and the Alzheimer Society is raising awareness with its new rock-hiding campaign, the Forget-Me-Not-Rock Challenge. Until the end of September, you can join the fun by finding our rocks or by painting and hiding your own. Here’s the best part: every Friday from now until…

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1st Annual Napan Fall Market

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 31, 2020 /

Come out to the Napan Fall Market, under the roof at the Napan Agricultural Show’s Hall on the South Napan Road, from 11 am to 4 pm on Sunday, September 13th. There will be 35 vendors, selling a variety of crafts and handmade items, preserves, garden produce, baking, and so much more! This event will…

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Remembrance Day Ceremony 2020 Update from Royal Canadian Legion Branch #10

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 30, 2020 /

The Remembrance Day Ceremony will be different this year due to the pandemic. The Executive and Poppy Committees have met and are planning a virtual service on November 11th with minimal invited guests only in attendance. Details on the virtual service will be made public by the first of November. At this time, due to…

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Castle Bowling Centre Bowling League Meetings

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 29, 2020 /

It’s that time of the year again for Bowling Leagues to start up for the 2020-2021 season at the Castle Bowling Centre at the Dairy Queen in Miramichi! Here are dates for meetings of some of their Bowling Leagues which will take place soon! Friday 50+ League – Friday, September 4th, 2020 at 1pmTuesday Carrefour…

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QI GONG: Yoga Without the Mat

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 28, 2020 /

by Jennifer Walker Most people are familiar with yoga and its health benefits, but many may not know about Qi Gong. Qi Gong is a series of exercises grouped together and referred to as “brocades”. Because the exercises require concentration and focus, they are an excellent way to promote mindfulness. Practiced regularly, Qi Gong stretches…

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Prize Bingo with Baked Goods and Food Benefit for Michelle Dunn

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 27, 2020 /

On Saturday, August 29th, 2020, beginning at 2 pm, come out to the Barryville Golden Age Club, 1850 Route 11 Highway in Barryville, New Brunswick, for a Benefit Bingo with Baked Goods and Food Benefit for Michelle Dunn. Michelle is the daughter of Debbie Waye MacDonald Hardy and the late Brian Russell, wife of Christopher…

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Youth Inspired! Children’s Book Competition through CAFE – Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 26, 2020 /

The Canadian Association of Fairs and Exhibitions is running a fun creative writing opportunity for youth ages 7 to 30. Youth are encouraged to submit a story that features Canadian agriculture. Winners will receive a published copy of their book and a cash prize. Six books will be published! The deadline to participate is September…

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