General Interest
OLD FASHIONED BREAKFAST
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11
WOODMEN’S MUSEUM – CEDAR ROOM
Part of the Rural Community’s
2012 Winter Fun Day Activities
TIME: 8:00 – 11:30 am
PRICE: Adult – $6.00 / Child (12 and under) – $4.00
or a donation . . . . whatever works for you!
MENU: Eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, home
baked beans, toast, juice, coffee or tea.
The first days of January were very busy for Liz Donovan of Renous, NB. She spent many hours on her computer rallying Facebook friends to vote for her essay submission to The Weather Network’s “Why is Your Winter Troy-Bilt Tough” contest. Thanks to all her work and the efforts of hundreds of Facebook friends, Liz…
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Miramichi Minor hockey club receives $6000 in the recent “Drive one 4ur community”. Pictured here receiving the $6000 cheque from Ford Canada and Towne Ford is (Left to Right) Wesley Cabel, Director of Minor Hockey, Hal Somers, Owner of Towne Ford and Chris Rutter, President of Miramichi Minor Hockey Giv'er MiramichiGiv’er Miramichi is about “What’s up, what’s…
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It’s hard to believe the Mighty Miramichi Biggest Loser is on its 4th challenge! Working with Mango from the start, we’ve been proud to be part of this challenge as it has had so many positive benefits for a lot of people. The challenge has grown over time and now includes a preliminary fitness evaluation,…
Read MoreWe’re looking for historical photographs of Blackville clubs, groups and organizations to be part of a special photo gallery on MemoriesofBlackville.com. If you have photos you’d like to share on the Memories of Blackville website, please s…
Read MoreUpdate from the Rotary Pond Hockey TournamentWe will have winter fireworks again on Saturday night, starting at 8 PM, courtesy of Renaud’s Countrywide and the Newcastle Rotary Club.This year we will be ending the hockey Saturday night, with the final g…
Read MoreFebruary 10 – 12, 2012
FRIDAY, February 10
8:00 pm
Dart Shoot, Royal Canadian Legion Miramichi Br. 10
For info call 506-622-1809
9:00 pm
Karaoke with Tom L’Huillier, Royal Canadian Legion Miramichi Br. 10
For info call 506-622-1809
SATURDAY, February 11
1:00 pm
2nd Annual Ralph Mullin 9 Ball Tournament, Royal Canadian Legion Miramichi Br. 10
$10 per player- individual play, all money to prizes, minimum 6 games. Light lunch 3-4pm. Sign up early at Canteen, first 24 players accepted. For info call 506-622-1809.
7:00 pm
A Taste of Chocolate, Rodd Miramichi River
“Defining Love” original onc act play featuring The Crule Players. A light hearted look at Love through our ages. Music by Connie & Paul. Desserts, auctions & 50/50 draw. Tickets $25 per person, available at Bill’s Quik Mart, Saltwater Sounds and Books Inn. Sponsored by Hospice Miramichi. For info call 506-625-2153 or email
9:00 pm
White Gold Dance, Miramichi Civic Centre
Music by Angry Candy. Doors open at 8 pm, close at 11pm. Tickets: $12, available at Nite Owl, Books Inn, Jean Coutu – Newcastle, City Argo and Kingston’s Car Wash – Downtown Chatham. Sponsored by Miramichi Valley Snowmobile Club. For info call 506-622-2941.
9:00 pm
Dance – Royal Canadian Legion Miramichi Br. 10
Music by Daniel & Carol. For info call 506-622-1809
SUNDAY, February 12
6:00 pm – Closing Event
Annual White Gold Dinner & Concert, Beaverbrook Kin Centre
Hot roast beef dinner and dessert. Special door prizes. Music featuring Friends with Heart, Gerald Doiron, Jo-Anne Lynch, Special Guests Maggie Dace Hollis & Glenn Copland, Cathy Harrigan, Sharon Duplessie & Patty Micheaud, Jimmy Lawlor, Bob McCallum, Susan Butler & Barbara Somers. Sponsored by the 55th Miramichi Folksong Festival Inc. Tickets by reservation only. Call Susan Butler at 506-622-1780 or email
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Miramichi, the gateway to the New Brunswick’s Northern Snowmobile Odyssey, is located in the heart of the snowbelt with above average snowfall and 600 kilometers of groomed trails. Snowmobilers will find all the services they need in Miramichi. Great accommodation packages, cozy restaurants, gas stations and snowmobile dealers offering parts and services are all available in Miramichi.
Fletcher’s Sleigh Rides, Little Bartibog
Enjoy a sleigh ride through a wooded trail to a cozy camp. Warm up with some hot chocolate and then try out the sliding hill in front of the camp. Rides can be booked 7 days a week, afternoons or evenings. Cost $5 per person, minimum 10 people per trip, otherwise $50 per ride.
Call 506-773-9367 for information and bookings.
Miramichi Cross Country Ski Club offers 25 kilometers of scenic, lighted trails. Bring the whole family out and enjoy an invigorating day of skiing or snowshoeing. Ski and snowshoe rentals are available. Afterwards, relax in the warm lodge with a hot drink. Located on Route 126. Tel: 506-622-6991.
www.miramichi.org 1-800-459-3131
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Miramichi – Three of the June 2011 Business Administration Sales and Marketing NBCC graduates were recently awarded Sales Excellence Awards from the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA). Cheryl Daigle, Robert Kryszko and David Mouck have been selected as the recipients of awards of $1,130 from CPSA. Only five award recipients are chosen each year across…
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This years Pond Hockey Tourney returns to the French Fort Cove. The Rotary Club of Newcastle announces the ice is in excellent condition for this years Pond Hockey tourney. “It is a go for the tourney to return to the Pond at French Fort Cove,” says Wally McLean. “Registration is still open, so be sure…
Read MoreYou’re invited to the 5th Anniversary of the District 16 CUTE Awards
(“Creative Use of Technology in Education”)
Come and experience a passion for learning! See how District 16 students and teachers are transforming education through the innovative use of technology. Get hooked on youthful creativity!
Wednesday, February 15
(Storm Date: February 16)
James M. Hill High School Theatre
6:30pm – Learning Showcase – Lobby
7:00pm – Awards Ceremony – Theatre
Awards will be presented in many categories, including: Digital Video, Audio, Photography and Art; Animation; School Web Sites; Collaborative Projects; Photo Essays; Innovative Use of Technology; and 21st Century Learning.
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Rogersville Bluegrass Festival On August 24, 25,26, 2012. Our web site is www.rogersvillebluegrass.com Thanks 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 our successes. www.giverontheriver.com
Read MoreContent Developer
Miramichi River Tourism Association
Full Time – Term Position – 21 Weeks
Job Description: The Content Developer will work with the SMART Community Project Officer for Miramichi River Tourism Association. The primary objective of the MRTA is to support the development and promotion of the tourism industry in the Miramichi Region which covers an area from the Boiestown/ Doaktown area of Central New Brunswick to the Tabusintac/ Escuminac Northeast area including the City of Miramichi.
Duties: The Content Developer will assist with all technology requests regarding SMART boards, the MRTA website, and other technical devices (ex. IPads), along with developing and implements new products and templates.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
• To Support existing products and suggest improvements for marketing
• To implement new products and templates
• To develop tutorials and other training materials and methodologies
• To update database and identify potential improvements to content support mechanism
• To support the SMART Learner Certification Program
• Technical Support
Miramichi River Tourism Association is seeking a youth between the ages 15-30; who is currently underemployed or unemployed and not in receipt of EI benefits. This person must be a post graduate not currently in school.
This dynamic individual will be responsible to lead our technology program and create new product content to promote authentic tourism through the use of youth creativity and technology.
Skills:
• Background in education, technology and tourism
• Communication skills (written and oral)
• Familiar with Microsoft office products, SMART Technologies, Mac and Apple Products
• Bilingual is an asset but not essential
• Strategic Creative Thinker
• Ability to empower without influence
Please mail to:
Miramichi River Tourism Association
199 King Street
Miramichi, NB
E1N 5C8
Attn: Tammy Sanford
e-mail:
Read MoreThe Hustle & Bustle of the Holiday Season by Conrad Toner There is a great French song called “Noel N’est Pas Au Magasin”. “Christmas is not found in the stores” but in our hearts and in our hands. I find myself humming that song this time of the year and thinking about the words. I [Read More…]
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