General Interest

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 14, 2006 /

3rd Annual Model Train Show What: 3rd Annual Model Train ShowWhen: Saturday, September 16, 2006 – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Where: Northumberland Square Mall (across from Head Masters)Who: Presented by Miramichi Crime StoppersCost: Admission $3, Students $2, Children under 12 (accompanied by an adult) FREE!Website: http://www.miramichicrimestoppers.com/ – You will see eight operating layouts with over…

By Giv'er Miramichi / September 11, 2006 /

Richards Book Launch David Adams RichardsAuthor ofTHE FRIENDS OF MEAGER FORTUNE Will launch his newest book at Books Inn in MiramichiSEPTEMBER 15TH, 7-9 pm Book Description From Canada’s beloved Governor General’s Award and Giller Prize winner, David Adams Richards, comes a sweeping, spellbinding novel of New Brunswick in the 1930s and ’40s that is perhaps…

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 31, 2006 /

TREE OF HOPE OPEN AIR FUNDRAISING CONCERT Monday, Labor Day, September 4th, 2:00pmBeaverbrook Kin CentreInclement weather, to be held in doors Admission, donation or pledges may be given on behalf of a love one.All proceeds for Cancer research, bring a lawn chair Hosted by Susan Butler & the local Chapter, Tree of Hope Featuring music…

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 17, 2006 /

Tabusintac 1st Annual Surf and Turf Relay RaceGreat Prizes, Lots of Fun and Healthy ExerciseWhen: September 9th, 2006Where: Pre-race registration at the Tabusintac Rec. Field by 12 noon. Race Starts at 1pmCost Per Team: $180 (6 person team)Event: Race 30 km and Consists of 5 Legs: Canoe (2 person) – 3 km Runner – 9.5…

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 1, 2006 /

Music This Weekend Jake Stewart will be performing at the Scoreboard this Friday night, August 4th. The Show starts at 7:00(ish), and he’ll play until 11:00. He hopes to see you there. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s new, what’s happening”. We are focused on building people up, supporting one another and celebrating…

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 1, 2006 /

Happy Birthday! Mighty Miramichi’s very own Ms. Stacy celebrates a birthday today! Since I’ve no recent pics of the girl, here’s one from her nuptials last summer. Which reminds me, big one year anniversary coming up this month on the 18th? Or 19th? Mark your calendar and send congrats that weekend, but today, it’s all…

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 1, 2006 /

And the Winner is… Congratulations Stacy McCosh from South Esk, New Brunswick, the Grand Prize winner of the Dream Cottage. Stacy played tag and also won all the furniture with the cottage. Yay!! Visit their website to see who won the secondary prizes which include a $500 gas card, camping package, and more! www.dreamcottage.nb.ca/2006_winners.html Giv'er…

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 28, 2006 /

Final Countdown The countdown is on till the draw for this year’s Dream Cottage! Monday, July 31st at 8 pm the draw will be held in front of the Dream Cottage. The first ballot out of the drum will be the owner of this year’s $70,000 prize package . . . plus the furniture &…

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 27, 2006 /

Get Your Tickets! Only Four Days Remain! Dream Cottage lottery is a major project for children’s programs in Big Brothers Big Sisters / Boys and Girls Club. The funds raised in this campaign provide programs for children in Miramichi, NB. Grand Prize – Dream Cottage (to be drawn July 31) – two bedroom cottage built…

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 30, 2006 /

Idol in the Park Come see Casey Leblanc from last year’s Canadian Idol at the Blackville Park Friday at 7:00pm. Casey will perform and sign autographs. In case of rain, this entertainment will take place at the Blackville School in the gym. The fireworks will also be in the park starting at dusk. Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er…

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 28, 2006 /

Victorian Tea Party at Darlene’s TeahouseJuly 8thAll you can eat hot and cold buffetMusic by: Susan Butler 2-4 Amos Jardine 4-6Prize for best Victorian costumeAnd a $25 gift certificate will be drawn also.Tickets are $20.00 eachAnd will be sold at the Teahouse186 Barnettville Rd Off Route 8 inTele. 843-7979www.DarlenesTeaHouse.com Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s…

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 23, 2006 /

Words on Water Reading Series The next Words on Water reading event is Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 pm at Edgewater Gallery in Miramichi (Chatham downtown). Lynn Davies is our guest that evening. Lynn’s first book of poetry The Bridge that Carries the Road was shortlisted for a Governor General’s Award. Last fall her second book,…

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 21, 2006 /

Miramichi Wisdom Tours The Miramichi Region Tourism Association Inc. (MRTA) is offering tours for local and visiting seniors called Wisdom Tours. The idea behind this type of event is the exchange of information between the local and visiting senior. Seniors have so much to offer in the way of skills and history to share with…