Community & Fundraising

Memories of the Old Store

By Giver Miramichi / July 18, 2016 / Comments Off on Memories of the Old Store

In the early years when Mr. & Mrs. British Nathaniel Underhill were running the store, they would order a puncheon of molasses, a barrel of vinegar, one of salt pork, one of corned beef and salt herring. There would be kendals of cod fish, wooden boxes of smoked digbies …

Irish Festival Walking Parade 2016

By Giver Miramichi / July 17, 2016 / Comments Off on Irish Festival Walking Parade 2016

Canada’s Irish Festival on the Miramichi once again turned the City green this weekend. The annual festival featured Irish pubs, free live entertainment, vendors, dancing, children’s activities, genealogical display, plenty of authentic Irish food and much more. One highlight of the festivities is always the walking parade. Families proudly displayed their Irish roots as they paraded through…

2016 Bruno Bobak Memorial Art Contest

By Giver Miramichi / July 16, 2016 / Comments Off on 2016 Bruno Bobak Memorial Art Contest

This year’s Bruno Bobak Art Contest and Printing / Writing Contest winners have been announced by the Miramichi Salmon Association. The overall art contest winner for 2016 was Onika Gourdine-Mundell, a kindergarten student from Harkins Elementary School.

A Friday Afternoon at Canada’s Irish Festival on the Miramichi

By Giver Miramichi / July 15, 2016 / Comments Off on A Friday Afternoon at Canada’s Irish Festival on the Miramichi

Photos and Story by Anthony McLean From now until this Sunday is the 32nd Canada’s Irish Festival on the Miramichi in the former Town of Chatham/ Miramichi East. I had a terrific opportunity of attending Friday afternoon’s vendors and entertainment held at Waterford Green. Some of these vendors are here for the first time, especially…

The Blackville Women’s Institute Active in the Community for 85 Years

By Giver Miramichi / July 15, 2016 / Comments Off on The Blackville Women’s Institute Active in the Community for 85 Years

The Blackville Women’s Institute celebrated Heritage Week in February with the theme “Leadership and Legacy”. Eleanor Donald, secretary, spoke of the Women’s Institute’s work in Blackville. The group has been active in the community for 85 years.

Keenan’s to Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary

By Giver Miramichi / July 14, 2016 / Comments Off on Keenan’s to Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary

Bob and Madine Keenan will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at an open-house on Saturday, July 16. The celebration takes place from 1 to 4:30 pm at their home at 26 Station Street in Blackville. All are welcome to attend.

Celebrate Aboriginal Heritage on the Miramichi this Summer

By Giver Miramichi / July 14, 2016 / Comments Off on Celebrate Aboriginal Heritage on the Miramichi this Summer

For 3000 years Aboriginal Persons have been contributing culture and spirit to the Miramichi region. Join us in celebrating Aboriginal Heritage on the Miramichi this summer.

Give them Something to Talk About!

By Giver Miramichi / July 14, 2016 / Comments Off on Give them Something to Talk About!

We love to find people talking about their visits to Miramichi and seeing the photos they post online. Jessica posted this relaxing photo on her blog after receiving a river tubing get-away for her birthday. She wrote: “River Tubing is something I will never forget. Floating down the Miramichi River for hours on a calm…

2016 Dooryard Arts Festival Happens Soon

By Giver Miramichi / July 13, 2016 / Comments Off on 2016 Dooryard Arts Festival Happens Soon

The 2016 Dooryard Arts Festival kicks off on Thursday July 21st and runs through Saturday July 23rd in Woodstock. Thursday at the main stage is going to be a great time, full of local talent. Opening up the evening will be local group Luke and the Drifters.

This Old Thing July 2016

By Giver Miramichi / July 12, 2016 / Comments Off on This Old Thing July 2016

Each month our readers enjoy guessing the latest “Old Thing” that Bernie Colepaugh has pulled off the shelf or out of his shed. This month Bernie sent another photo … and we think he has you stumped! So far we haven’t received any guesses which is quite unusual! Do you know what this is? If…

Parks Day at Beaubears Island

By Giver Miramichi / July 10, 2016 / Comments Off on Parks Day at Beaubears Island

On July 16, Parks Canada honours their National Parks and Historic Sites across the country in an annual event where thousands of people participate in fun, educational, family-oriented events in parks and Historic Sites across the country. Many activities highlight the important role that parks play in maintaining healthy and resilient ecosystems, protecting critical habitat…

Harley Play Reprised for Irish Festival

By Giver Miramichi / July 10, 2016 / Comments Off on Harley Play Reprised for Irish Festival

This past April, as part of the commemoration recognizing the 150th anniversary of the last ship built on Beaubears Island, hundreds gathered to witness John Harley’s courage in the face of many trials and his success in establishing himself as one of the premier shipbuilders in the province. Such was the popularity of that theatrical…

Poem – Northumberland County

By Giver Miramichi / July 8, 2016 / Comments Off on Poem – Northumberland County

Northumberland County Northumberland County there’s a River Its waters run deep and wide The many tributaries that feed it Where friendly people do abide Fish its waters at your leisure I am sure that you’ll agree If you leave it will be with memories Of time you’ve spent on the Miramichi Boat tours, landmarks, and…