Arts & Entertainment

Lesson Learned

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 27, 2012 / Comments Off on Lesson Learned

by Doug Dolan The summer he conscripted me into his labour force of two my dad was 51 and I was 18. I was no stranger to hard work having been raised in a household where a vague quote from St. Paul was often cited, going something like, “No work, no supper”. I was tempted [Read More…]

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4th Annual Blackville Bluegrass Festival is this Weekend

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 8, 2012 / Comments Off on 4th Annual Blackville Bluegrass Festival is this Weekend

For plenty of great live entertainment and delicious food come to Blackville, NB this weekend! The 4th Annual Blackville Bluegrass Festival kicks off this Friday, August 10th at the Dungarvon Whooper Lounge and runs through Sunday, August 12th. This year’s featured entertainers are: Bluegrass Tradition and the Mark Boutilier Band from Nova Scotia;  Prince Edward Island’s Janet McGarry [Read More…]

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From Our Editor: Huge Opportunity, Let’s Grab It!

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 7, 2012 / Comments Off on From Our Editor: Huge Opportunity, Let’s Grab It!

By Kellie Underhill I wish I had money! A few weeks ago when I first met Stephen McKinnon, president and founder of Canada (East) Films in Miramichi, this thought crossed my mind at least a dozen times during the hour we spoke. When I met him again last week, within the first five minutes I [Read More…]

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Call for Summer Submissions

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 23, 2012 / Comments Off on Call for Summer Submissions

Steaks on the BBQ … splashing in the pool … bonfires on the beach … hiking, biking, boating, camping, concerts, festivals, patio parties with family and friends … ice cream cones … Is there anything better than a New Brunswick summer? We think not! Summer is in full swing in New Brunswick and Bread ‘n [Read More…]

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Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest – $1000 CASH PRIZE

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 23, 2012 / Comments Off on Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest – $1000 CASH PRIZE

Admiral Insurance, a proud supporter of the Atlantic Film Festival is pleased to announce Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest. Video Submission Deadline: Friday October 19th, 2012 The contest is open to aspiring filmmakers and videographers from Atlantic Canada and filmmakers of all levels are welcome to submit a short three to five minute video to the [Read More…]

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Canada’s Irish Festival Under Way in Miramichi

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 20, 2012 / Comments Off on Canada’s Irish Festival Under Way in Miramichi

The 29th Annual Irish Festival got under way in Miramichi last night with a live outdoor concert at Waterford Green in Chatham and continues throughout the weekend with many performances, workshops, displays and cultural events. The official Opening Ceremonies happen this evening at the Lord Beaverbrook Arena from 7-8:30 pm. The Festival’s mandate is to [Read More…]

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Attend the sold-out 100th Grey Cup Game through Touchdown Frye

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 19, 2012 / Comments Off on Attend the sold-out 100th Grey Cup Game through Touchdown Frye

UPDATE August 15, 2012 –  Ticket sales for Touchdown Frye officially kick off tomorrow Thursday, August 16. The Frye Festival team will set up a kiosk in the lobby of Moncton City Hall between 11 am and 1:30 pm to launch the fundraising campaign. As of Thursday, tickets will also be sold at all three Reads [Read More…]

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The Tradition of Change

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 11, 2012 / Comments Off on The Tradition of Change

By Cindy Rule A couple years ago I wrote an article for Bread ‘n Molasses about a tradition in our family. Some of you may recall the story of my daughter, her Canada Day dress and a picture. For those of you who are not familiar with the tale, Sorcha was given a dress decked [Read More…]

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New Brunswick will celebrate Culture Days 2012

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 30, 2012 / Comments Off on New Brunswick will celebrate Culture Days 2012

New Brunswick will be a part of Culture Days 2012, a Canada-wide celebration of culture on September 28, 29, and 30. Those who wish to take part in the celebrations can register their activities today on the national Culture Days website at www.culturedays.com. They must be free and open to the public. People are encouraged [Read More…]

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Miramichi’s Steve Heckbert Releases 1st Album in 30 Years at Shadbangers Ball

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 29, 2012 / Comments Off on Miramichi’s Steve Heckbert Releases 1st Album in 30 Years at Shadbangers Ball

Steve Heckbert will release his new CD, Top Down, at the 1st Annual Shadbangers Ball on July 27, 2012 from 7 – 10 pm at the Rodd Miramichi. It has been 30 years since the release of his first album Bottoms Up, in 1982, with the original Shadbangers band. After travelling the world, Miramichi’s Steve [Read More…]

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Summer Theatre Program for Kids in Miramichi

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 19, 2012 / Comments Off on Summer Theatre Program for Kids in Miramichi

by Glenn Copeland Curtains up! Light the lights! The joy of live theatre—a way to tell stories that is dynamic and exciting. This summer Kidplayhouse Productions will be offering a summer theatre arts program for children in the Miramichi region. We’ll sing, dance, act, work with puppets and drumming, and generally have a lot of [Read More…]

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Two Poems for Granddad by Paula Grattan

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 17, 2012 / Comments Off on Two Poems for Granddad by Paula Grattan

Granddad You are a part of me our bloodlines connect For that I love you I yearn for a relationship To know more about you, our family My father your only son You are here yet if it were not for stories told, I would know nothing of you I want to proudly carry Our [Read More…]

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A Poem by Paula Grattan

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 17, 2012 / Comments Off on A Poem by Paula Grattan

Because of you You nurtured me from day one You loved me before that Wiped away tears when I was sad Bandaged cuts when I was hurt Shown me how to be me How to love what I have Encouraged my uprisings Supported my downfalls Because of you I value family Because of you I [Read More…]

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