General Interest

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 20, 2005 /

The Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick invites the good people of Miramichi to join thousands of volunteers across the province working on the February Person-to-Person Campaign. “It’s February and by that time we are all anxious to get out. So, this is a perfect opportunity to knock on your neighbours’ door, say ‘Hello!’…

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 14, 2005 /

Canada’s Country Gentleman is touring the nation and will stop in Miramichi. Tommy Hunter comes to the James M. Hill Theatre, Miramichi East, live in concert on Thursday January 12th beginning at 7 pm. Tickets are available at Centennial Foods and Books Inn in Miramichi, and at The Stitching Post in Bathurst. Credit Card Orders…

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 10, 2005 /

Unique GiftsI love giving unique & personalized gifts at Christmas and one of my favourites is a personalized photo calendar made with family & pet photos. Gift Ideas: Grand-parents love them filled with pictures of the grandchildren. As a gift for a young adult with photos from their childhood, graduation, etc. For an amateur photographer…

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 9, 2005 /

The Downtown Miramichi Santa Claus Parade pictures have now been added to the photo gallery. People of all ages were out enjoying the parade and even some pets. Be sure to check it out! 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…

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 8, 2005 /

Where are the Christmas Parade pics?The Historic Water Street Parade of Lights photos are now in our photogallery! Sorry it took so long, but we’ve been busy meeting deadlines on other projects and we haven’t gotten them ALL up into the photogallery yet. The Downtown Miramichi Santa Claus Parade pics are still to come… If…

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 5, 2005 /

Tree Lighting Ceremony at Meadows Funeral Home Chapel Date & Time: Monday, Dec.5/05, 7:00pmLocation: Meadows Funeral Home ChapelA donation to the Miramichi Community Food Bank in memory of a loved one will light another bulb on our tree. All are welcome. www.bellsmeadows.com Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s new, what’s happening”. We are…

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 3, 2005 /

20th Annual Parade of Lights!We decorated the Mighty Van last night to get it ready for the Christmas parades. Last night was the 20th Annual Parade of Lights in Historic Waterstreet Business District and This afternoon we attended the Santa Clause Parade in Downtown Miramichi We stickered up the van…*we love stickering… to promote the…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 23, 2005 /

Local Car Featured in National AdsLocal hot-rod designer Gerry Goguen of Phantom Street Rods is going to have one of his cars used in an upcoming ad for American Racing Wheels, a wheel manufacturer in California. I just happen to have a copy of the photo that will be used in the ad…pretty cool huh?…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 23, 2005 /

Visit the Festival of Trees! The Festival of Trees is a favourite Christmas event in Miramichi, hosted each year by Miramichi Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Boys and Girls Club.View Over 30 beautifully decorated Christmas trees donated by local businesses. Take part in the silent auction where you can bid on one of the…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 22, 2005 /

2005 – 2006 Miramichi Subway Ironmen Super Draw!!!Approved by The Miramichi Minor Hockey Club Inc.Buy a $20 ticket to enter the draw – get $20 worth of hockey game passes!I have no idea when the draw is…but if you call Jean-Yves Losier he can tell you the details and can hook you up with some…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 22, 2005 /

BOOSTER NIGHT – AUCTION(Proceeds to Team Diabetes) Where: The TideWhen: Saturday, November 26th 6-9 pmAdmission: $5What: A fun filled night with an Auction of mixed merchandise from local businesses. (Great opportunity for Christmas Gift Ideas)-Door Prizes, 50/50 Draw and Entertainment Entertainment: Duo of Jake and Justin 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. Dinner Specials: – 8…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 18, 2005 /

Old Country SoulIt’s that time of year when craft & bake sales start popping up everywhere! Last weekend I went to such a sale in Blackville at the United Church hall. This is an annual event that is well attended by crafters and shoppers alike. This year I found a gem tucked in amoungst the…

By Giv'er Miramichi / November 11, 2005 /

November is Family Violence Prevention MonthThe Silent Witness Project is a traveling exhibit of life-size red wooden silhouettes. Each represents a New Brunswick woman who was murdered by a husband, partner or acquaintance. Each figure bears the name of a woman who once lived and worked among us. Through research and information sharing, it is…