Arts & Entertainment

Summer Reading on the River

By Giver Miramichi / July 5, 2016 / Comments Off on Summer Reading on the River

by James M. Fisher While there is plenty to do and see in the Miramichi, make some time to explore some of the excellent books penned by Miramichi authors as well as some books about the area. There are books that cover all genres, so there is something for everyone here on our list. Many…

2016 Fishermen Powwow

By Giver Miramichi / June 30, 2016 / Comments Off on 2016 Fishermen Powwow

The 2016 Fishermen Powwow is under way on Waterford Green in the Historic Chatham Downtown Business District. Celebrating a Spirit of Peace and Friendship the Fishermen Powwow features Cultural and Artisan Villages today, Thursday June 30th, 2016 from 1-4 pm and an Outdoor Concert this evening at 8 pm. The festivities continue tomorrow. 2016 Fishermen Powwow…

Miramichi Regional Multicultural Association Canada Day Celebration

By Giver Miramichi / June 29, 2016 / Comments Off on Miramichi Regional Multicultural Association Canada Day Celebration

The Miramichi Regional Multicultural Association wants to celebrate Canada day with you. Join us in the Historic Chatham downtown as we celebrate Canada’s Birthday with live entertainment and crafts from different cultures, caricature drawings, and much more! For more information call! 506-773-5272 or email . See you there! For more information about the Miramichi Regional Multicultural…

2016 Rock n Roll Festival Blasts Off Tomorrow Night

By Giver Miramichi / June 29, 2016 / Comments Off on 2016 Rock n Roll Festival Blasts Off Tomorrow Night

Get your poodle skirts and leather jackets ready because the 2016 Rock n Roll Festival in Miramichi kicks off tomorrow night! Join us in the Newcastle downtown for the 22nd anniversary! Visit the website for more information. 2016 Rock ‘n Roll Festival Schedule Thursday, June 30th 7:00 pm: Opening Ceremonies & Street Dance The official…

2016 Rogersville Country Festival

By Giver Miramichi / June 27, 2016 / Comments Off on 2016 Rogersville Country Festival

The 2016 Rogersville Country Festival happened over the weekend on Friday June 24th and Saturday June 25th. Country music lovers from across the province flocked to Rogersville to spend the weekend camping on the festival grounds. Perfect weather accompanied a weekend filled with talented country entertainers including Ivan Daigle, Flo Durelle, Joan Kennedy, Brian Mallery, Tristan Horncastle, and many others. Click…

Music Musique NB AGM

By Giver Miramichi / June 18, 2016 / Comments Off on Music Musique NB AGM

The city of Bathurst hosts the 2016 Music Musique NB AGM June 24th to 26th, 2016. The weekend includes two songwriters’ circles, one taking place in Miramichi, a series of free information sessions about the music industry, and the Annual General Meeting (AGM). 2016 Music Musique NB AGM Events Schedule Two Songwriters’ Circles featuring Andy Brown, Danny Boudreau, Matt Boudreau,…

Park, Play & Spend the Day at Ritchie Wharf!

By Giver Miramichi / June 12, 2016 / Comments Off on Park, Play & Spend the Day at Ritchie Wharf!

Situated on the picturesque waterfront of the former town of Newcastle, in the city of Miramichi, Ritchie Wharf has been a favourite attraction for both locals and tourists since 1991. Begin your day with a tasty lunch at one of the park’s restaurants and relax with a beautiful view of the river from one of…

Jon Bryant Live in Concert at the Vogue

By Giver Miramichi / June 10, 2016 / Comments Off on Jon Bryant Live in Concert at the Vogue

Jon Bryant will be performing at the Vogue Theatre in the Historic Chatham Business District on Sunday July 3, 2016 beginning at 8 pm. Doors will open at 7 pm. There will be a $15 cover at the door. Born and raised in Halifax, Jon Bryant is a true artist whose popularity within the international music…

Jalloo – Festival of Animation and Games June 9-11th

By Giver Miramichi / June 2, 2016 / Comments Off on Jalloo – Festival of Animation and Games June 9-11th

by Kevin Gallant Every year there is a “little gem” festival that attracts professionals all over the world to Miramichi. It is not fish, music or sports. It is all about animation and games. From June 9th-11th we will host Jalloo, a festival that features some great games by Atlantic companies including our own Eggroll…

Writers’ Federation of NB WordSpring Festival

By Giver Miramichi / June 1, 2016 / Comments Off on Writers’ Federation of NB WordSpring Festival

The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) held their annual WordSpring writing festival at the Rodd Miramichi River Hotel in Historic downtown Chatham last weekend, May 27-29. Writers from all over the province enjoyed a weekend filled with workshops, readings, book launches, awards, musical entertainment, and more. A highlight of WordSpring was the Literary Soirée Saturday evening,…

Rotary RibFest 2016 Success

By Giver Miramichi / May 31, 2016 / Comments Off on Rotary RibFest 2016 Success

Large crowds turned out over the weekend to enjoy the tastes, smells, sounds and lots of other fun at the annual Rotary RibFest on the waterfront in downtown Newcastle. With plenty of live local entertainment, vendors, washer toss and Foosball tournaments, and of course some very tasty ribs, the weekend long festival offered a little…

National Fiddling Day 2016

By Giver Miramichi / May 26, 2016 / Comments Off on National Fiddling Day 2016

To celebrate National Fiddling Day, the Miramichi Fiddlers hosted an afternoon filled with fiddling and other entertainment on Saturday May 21st at the French Fort Cove Eco-Centre in Newcastle. A large fun crowd clapped time and enjoyed the selection of music. MP Pat Finnigan and MLA Lisa Harris opened the event, which also featured special guests the Retired Five, Jim…

My Name is Dakhel Faraj

By Giver Miramichi / May 25, 2016 / Comments Off on My Name is Dakhel Faraj

May is Asian Heritage Month, a time to acknowledge the rich history of Asian Canadians and their contributions to our country. To celebrate, the Asian Heritage Society of New Brunswick invites you to an evening of theatre at the Vogue Theatre, Miramichi on Friday May 27, at 7 pm for My Name is Dakhel Faraj,…