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Feb 2-23 INTRODUCTION TO ART HISTORY WITH
SARAH JONES. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. Tuesday evenings,
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for 4 weeks, February 2-23. Introduction to Art History with
Sarah Jones. This introductory course in visual culture surveys four major
periods in the history of art: Renaissance, Baroque, Early Modern and Modern.
Sarah Jones, MA Art History (Queen’s University) leads an interactive
discussion beginning with Italian art and architecture of the fifteenth to the
seventeenth century, with special focus on Renaissance masters Michelangelo and
Raphael and Baroque artists Caravaggio and Bernini. The course concludes with
the major movements in Modern Art as seen through the work of David, Manet,
Monet and Picasso. Every class is fully illustrated with both artwork images
and Sarah’s own photographs from her studies in Italy. Cost: $75. Contact:
(506) 633-4870
Feb 4-24 MUSIC APPRECIATION WORKSHOP WITH RICHARD
KIDD. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue.
Thursdays: 7 pm to 9 pm for 4 weeks. February 4-24. Music Appreciation with
Richard Kidd. This fun and informative lecture/musical demo series will explore
the how and why behind the art of music. Teen, youth and adult students,
whether students of music or just fans, will explore with musician and educator
Richard Kidd such diverse topics as: Why Music?: Why do we respond to music?
What is it in sound that makes sense to us? Explore harmonic series, musical
building blocks, development of scales, keys, harmony, musical notation,
composition. Vocal music: The voice is the oldest musical instrument. We'll
look at the use of the voice in music in different cultures – expressing
emotion, story-telling in music, help for developing memory, use in religious
liturgy, in opera & contemporary songs. Instrumental music: Learn about the
historical development of instruments; music for different ensembles;
ceremonial music; development of orchestra from baroque to modern; string
quartet; symphonic band; woodwind quintet; brass quintet; percussion ensembles;
solo instruments; concerti. “Modern music”: Where is music headed?
Jazz, rock, other ”genres” – why is contemporary music difficult
to listen to? Hear about new styles of musical notation; “ambient
music”; “crossover” music ; improvisation; and musical
creativity. Cost: $80. (for Grade 9 & up students, adults). Contact: (506)
633-4870
Feb 6–13 ILLUSTRATION AND CREATIVE BOOKS
WORKSHOP. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. NBCCD
class: Illustration and Creative Books with George Fry, Illustrator and Book
Designer. Explore the intriguing world of mixed media illustration and personal
creative book making. This course is ideal for beginners and experienced
artists alike. Using basic concepts, you will design an accordion style,
one-of-a-kind book that incorporates your personal imagery and unique voice.
Material Costs: $10. NBCCD workshops feature hands-on learning, creative
problem-solving, and entrepreneurship, core values of full-time programming at
the College. The all-day sessions are scheduled over two Saturdays, from 9 am-4
pm February 6th and February13th. Course fees: $150 per person, per course.
Please register through the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design. For more
information, or to register, please contact the Registrar, at (506) 453-6491,
or use the new toll free number 1-877-400-1107. Please note that course
availability is subject to enrolment. Contact: 1-(877)-400-1107
Feb
6-13 INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saint John Arts
Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. NBCCD Class: Digital Photography (Introduction) with
Rod Stears, College Instructor. The potential of the digital camera is
investigated in this exciting course. You will learn how to select the most
appropriate model including megapixels, zoom lenses and batteries. You will
understand its operation using menu selections, file formats, media cards,
computer transfer techniques, image storage and built-in flash, and use basic
composition techniques to compose successful photographs. Please bring a
digital camera (no material costs for this course). NBCCD workshops feature
hands-on learning, creative problem-solving, and entrepreneurship, core values
of full-time programming at the College. The all-day sessions are scheduled
over two Saturdays, from 9 am-4 pm February 6th and February13th. Course fees:
$150 per person, per course. Please register through the New Brunswick College
of Craft and Design. For more information, or to register,please contact the
Registrar, at (506) 453-6491, or use the new toll free number 1-877-400-1107.
Please note that course availability is subject to enrolment. Contact: (506)
453-6491
Feb 6-13 CLAY & HAND BUILDING INTO WORKSHOP. 9:00
AM - 4:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. NBCCD class: Clay &
Hand Building (Introduction) with Alexandra Winchester, Clay Artist. This is a
beginner clay course that explores various three dimensional hand-building
techniques: pinch, slab, press and mold. As you develop your skill you will
explore sculptural concepts and theory, such as positive and negative space as
it applies to form and function. Textures and decorative finishes will enhance
the expressive qualities of the clay object that you create. Material Costs:
$25. NBCCD workshops feature hands-on learning, creative problem-solving, and
entrepreneurship, core values of full-time programming at the College. The
all-day sessions are scheduled over two Saturdays, from 9 am-4 pm February 6th
and February13th. Course fees are only $150 per person, per course. Please
register through the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design. For more
information, or to register, please contact the Registrar, at (506) 453-6491,
or use the new toll free number 1-877-400-1107. Please note that course
availability is subject to enrolment. Contact: (506) 453-6491
Feb
6-13 JEWELLRY INTO WORKSHOP. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20
Hazen Avenue. NBCCD class: Jewellery (Introduction) with Buddy Merritt, Metal
Smith. Experience various approaches to jewellery design. Create using a
variety of hand tools used in metal (sheet brass and copper) and jewellery
construction. You will use design concepts and techniques unique to metal under
the guidance of a seasoned metal smith. Material Costs: $30. NBCCD workshops
feature hands-on learning, creative problem-solving, and entrepreneurship, core
values of full-time programming at the College. The all-day sessions are
scheduled over two Saturdays, from 9 am-4 pm February 6th and February13th.
Course fees are only $150 per person, per course. Please register through the
New Brunswick College of Craft and Design. For more information, or to
register, please contact the Registrar, at (506) 453-6491, or use the new toll
free number 1-877-400-1107. Please note that course availability is subject to
enrolment. Contact: (506) 453-6491
Feb 6-13 WEAVING INTRODUCTION
WORKSHOP. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. NBCCD
class: Intro to Weaving with Andrea Butler, Textile Artist This course will
cover the basic techniques of small-format tapestry weaving. Students will
learn basic vocabulary, freehand weaving techniques, setting up and working on
a frame loom, as well as finishing techniques. Material Costs: $25. NBCCD
workshops feature hands-on learning, creative problem-solving, and
entrepreneurship, core values of full-time programming at the College. The
all-day sessions are scheduled over two Saturdays, from 9 am-4 pm February 6th
and February13th. Course fees are only $150 per person, per course. Please
register through the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design. For more
information, or to register, please contact the Registrar, at (506) 453-6491,
or use the new toll free number 1-877-400-1107. Please note that course
availability is subject to enrolment. Contact: (506) 453-6491
Sat
Feb 06 SAINT JOHN HERITAGE EXTRAVAGANZA. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Atrium, Market
Square, One Market Square. Over twenty Heritage buffs will have tables with
displays of books collectibles, photos, and heritage information on Saint John
and New Brunswick. 11 am: Talk at Library Multi Purpose Room- "How’s and
why's of writing and publishing historic materials, presented by Harold Wright;
12 noon to 3:00 pm: Stump the Dummy competition (see details at the Market
Square Atrium tables); 12 noon: Special Collection Room Tour with Keith
MacKinnon, 2nd level, Library; 1:30 pm: Talk at Library- Multi Purpose Room.
"What Arcadia offers and how to go about making a presentation to them".
Presented by David Goss; 2:45 pm: Talk at Library- "How to identify a good
postcard and what we learn about our area from them" by Terry Keleher and
Donnie Collins. Contact: (506) 643-7224
Sat Feb 06 HAITI FAMILY FUN
DAY FUNDRAISER. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Exhibition Park - McAllister Drive.
"Open Your Heart for Haiti" - Day... full of games and activities! Includes:
Live and Silent Auction, breakfast & lunch, 50/50 draws, music, mini-bingo
(10 am), Casino (1-3 pm), games & bounce rides for kids, cheesecake
auction, corner market, face painting, bake sale, pony rides (1-4 pm) &
balloons! Accepting Donations. Contact: (506) 652-1716 or (506) 763-2222
Sat Feb 06 EXPLORER SATURDAYS AT THE NB MUSEUM! 10:00 AM - 4:00
PM. New Brunswick Museum, 1 Market Square. 10 am - 4 pm, Explorer Saturdays at
the NBM! Theme for February: The Global Village! Ideas, art, customs, and
spoken histories have been shared around the planet for centuries. In this, the
Information Age, we are easily connected to our friends around the world. Come
explore the “old way” of global connection in New Brunswick! Explorer
Saturday activities include art instruction, hands-on discovery tours, crafts,
cooking and more! Free admission during February. Now! Face Painting each
Saturday 11 am - noon, $2 Line up for February 6: All Day Discovery Gallery
Fun! 10:30 - “Blowin’ in the Wind: Mail by Sail” interactive
storytelling 11:00 - Face Painting ($2 extra) 1:00 - Hall of the Great Whales
family adventure 2:00 - A Taste of New Brunswick: Hard Tack (sailor’s
biscuits) 3:00 - “Blowin’ in the Wind: Mail by Sail” interactive
storytelling 4:00 - Hall of the Great Whales family adventure! Craft: cut-out
joined paper dolls, signifies interconnectedness, a major theme of Heritage
Week and Heritage Month 2010. Explorer Saturdays…an important part of your
complete Saturday! February is free admission month at the New Brunswick
Museum! Contact: (506) 643-2300
Sat Feb 06 VAGABOND OPERA 8:00
PM - 10:00 PM. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South European Cabaret! Vintage
Americana! Balkan Belly Dance! Neo-Classical Opera! Old World Yiddish Theatre!
Welcome to Vagabond Opera where music, song, theatre and art come together in a
brilliant sonic stew starring an operatic tenor and soprano, accordion,
saxophones, cello, stand-up bass, drums and a hula-hooping fire performer who
take to the stage for an evening concert you’ll never forget! This
ain’t your granny’s opera. This is opera liberated, reinvented for
everyone: colourful, carnivalesque, sizzling hot! This performance takes place
in the Fort Reliance Auditorium at Imperial Theatre. For more information, or
to purchase tickets, call Imperial Theatre Box Office or visit
www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca Contact: (506) 674-4100
Feb 7-12
VALENTINES FOR VETS – NB HERITAGE WEEK. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Brundage
Point River Centre & Town Office, Grand Bay. Let Veterans know we will
never forget. February 7 - 12, 2010. Brundage Point River Centre Town Offices.
Show local Veterans your gratitude for their sacrifices and achievements in
serving our country. The Town of Grand Bay-Westfield will have blank
Valentine’s Day sheets at the Brundage Point River Centre and the Town
Office for residences to sign and write a message which will help bring joy to
a local Veteran this Valentine's Day. Some ideas for a message would be to tell
the Veteran why they are important, what you plan to do this year to remember
our nation's proud military history, or the reason you want to wish them a
Happy Valentine's Day. You could also thank the Veteran for his or her service,
sacrifice and commitment to our country and citizens. Valentine’s Day
sheets will be available at the River Centre or the Town Office on the
following dates: River Centre: February 7th from 1 pm – 3 pm at the Before
the Mast concert Town Office: February 8th - 12th from 9 am – 5 pm. After
5 pm on Friday, February 12th the Valentine’s Day messages will be
collected and made available to local veterans. Contact: (506) 738-6406
Sun Feb 07 BEFORE THE MAST - “SEA SONGS &
SHANTIES”. 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM. Brundage Point River Centre: Grand
Bay-Westfield. New Brunswick Heritage Week. In recognition of Heritage Week,
February 8 – 15, 2010 and in cooperation with the Town of Grand
Bay-Westfield’s Tourism Committee, a free admission concert of Sea Songs
and Shanties by “Before the Mast” will be held on Sunday, February 7,
2010 at the Brundage Point River Centre, 4 Ferry Road, Grand Bay-Westfield.
“Before the Mast” sings a cappella and is dedicated to preserving and
promoting songs of the sea. Many of these, such as short or long haul shanties,
were working songs, designed to help sailors perform repetitive and arduous
tasks as they sailed around the world. “Before the Mast’s”
repertoire also includes songs by modern composers and some better known
shanties are sung for the audience to sing along. In keeping with the nautical
theme, a small treat of salt water taffy will be provided by the Town and a
copy of The Sea Captain’s Wife, a novel by Beth Powning will be drawn as a
door prize. Donations accepted for area food bank. “Before the Mast”:
www.beforethemastseashanties.com Contact: (506) 738-6406
Sun Feb 07
L’HIVER HOT – THE NB YOUTH ORCHESTRA & JILL BARBER. 2:00 PM -
10:00 PM. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South Two shows only: 2 pm & 7
pm. The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra (NBYO) is adding sizzle to Saint John
this February, with back-to-back concerts featuring hot Latin beats, and guest
performances by the sultry chanteuse, Jill Barber, fresh off her tour with CBC
Radio’s “Vinyl Café”. With this extraordinary mix of
Canadian talent, the show is fast becoming the must-see event of the season,
providing a rare chance to see New Brunswick’s brightest young musicians
showcase their talents among the majestic backdrop of the Imperial Theatre. The
orchestra broke new ground when it was founded right here in Saint John 1965.
So to bring it home to the Imperial during Saint John’s 225th Anniversary
is truly a fitting tribute. Inspired by the direction of conductor James Mark,
the orchestra has been making international waves lately with performances at
Carnegie Hall in New York City, the “Forbidden City Concert Hall” in
Beijing, China, and Auditorium Paganini in Parma, Italy, as well as a recent
win at the East Coast Music Awards for Best Classical Recording. Today the
group is made up of more than 70 young English and French-speaking musicians
from all parts of the province, ranging from 12 to 22 years of age. And if you
believe they don’t write songs like they used to, you’re sure to be
inspired by the evocative tunes of singer/songwriter Jill Barber. Hailing from
Halifax, the double Juno nominee and multiple ECMA winner is currently on tour
across North America and the U.K. to promote her new album Chances - a
throwback to the golden age of music with ten original, fully orchestrated
songs. Featuring six numbers that were co-written with Ron Sexsmith –
who’s collaborated with Elvis Costello and Coldplay – the album is a
timeless masterpiece that instantly transports listeners to another time and
place. In addition to orchestral performances with current CBC Radio star Jill
Barber, the show will also feature an appearance by the Saint John High School
Concert Choir supported by the full sound of a symphonic orchestra - a fitting
tribute to Saint John’s 225th celebrations and the School’s historic
status as the first high school in Canada. The choir is enjoying success in its
own right, and was recently selected as the only choir in New Brunswick to
participate in the world choir competition in New York. Tickets: $27 for
general admission; $20.50 for seniors & students. All proceeds to support
the NB Youth Orchestra. For more information, visit the concert’s website
at www.nbyo-ojnb.ca/l’hiverhot L’Hiver Hot is presented by Mariner.
Contact: (506) 674-4100
Mon Feb 08 AWARDE-WINNING AUTHOR MARGARET
SWEATMAN IN LORENZO. 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Ganong Hall Lecture Theatre, UNB
Saint John. Award-winning author Margaret Sweatman will read from her latest
novel, "The Players". "The Players" is the story of prostitute-turned-actress
Lilly Cole. This sly, provocative, and funny novel follows Lilly’s
progress as she makes her way through the man’s world of 17th century
London, and across an ocean to the wilderness of Hudson Bay, using all the
talents at her disposal. Winnipeg novelist and playwright Margaret Sweatman is
the author of three previous novels, including "When Alice Lay Down with
Peter", winner of the Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize, and the
Margaret Laurence Award for Fiction, among others. She also performs with the
Broken Songs Band, winning a Genie Award in 2006 for best song in a Canadian
film, "Seven Times Lucky". Admission Free. All Welcome. For more information
contact The University Bookstore (506) 648-5540 or Inprint Bookstore (506)
648-2315.
Tue Feb 09 Doc Walker - "Speed of Life" Tour 8:00 PM -
10:00 PM. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South Over their decade-plus time
together, Doc Walker have earned the title of ‘the hardest working country
band in Canada’ the old fashioned way: relentless perseverance and
constantly honing their chops as a songwriting and a performing unit. For more
information, or to purchase tickets, call Imperial Theatre Box Office or visit
www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca Contact: (506) 674-4100
Thu Feb 11 Saint
John Board of Trade Luncheon 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Delta Brunswick Hotel, 39
King Street Guest speaker: Don Mills, President & CEO, Corporate Research
Associates Inc. One of our region's most insightful public opinion oberservers,
Don will expose trends, give you a sneak peak at the latest CRA public opinion
polls and shed some light on what those numbers really mean. General admission:
$50 plus HST; SJBOT members: $35 plus HST. To register call (506) 634-8111
Contact: (506) 634-4157
Thu Feb 11 Choosing a Financial Adviser
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Library, 1 Market Square Lunch & Learn: "Take
Control of Your Financial Future - Choosing and Working With a Financial
Adviser". Sponsored by the New Brunswick Securities Commission. Topics covered
include understanding your role and your adviser’s role; background
checks; and dealing with disputes. A light lunch will be provided.
Pre-registration is necessary by Tuesday, Feb. 9. Contact:
643-7237
Thu Feb 11 FREE LEARNERS LICENSE COURSE. 6:00 PM - 8:00
PM. 165 Union St, Level 3, Saint John. Atlantic Driving Academy ~ Free
Beginners Permit Seminars. Are you getting ready to learn how to drive? Join us
for our free 2-hour seminar designed to help prepare you to pass your
Provincial Beginners Permit Test. We will review the Driver’s Handbook
section by section, test your knowledge, and provide answers to all your
questions. It’s interactive, fun and a great way to ensure you have the
basics covered, even if you think you are ready. Call us to register! Limited
seating. Bring your Driver’s Handbook or you can obtain a copy at any
Service NB location. You can find us at www.drivewisenb.com Contact: (506)
658-0234
Fri Feb 12 DAVID GOSS – BOOK SIGNING. 12:00 PM -
2:00 PM. Coles, Brunswick Square, 39 King Street. Local author/historian David
Goss will be signing copies of and discussing his new book, Saint John:
1877-1980. Goss’s other Saint John history books will also be available
for purchase. Contact: (506) 693-6987
Fri Feb 12 SAINT JOHN GALLERY
HOP (# 1 OF 4) 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Various galleries in the uptown area Mark
your calendar and experience the Saint John Gallery Hop. Participating
galleries include: City of Saint John Gallery, 20 Hazen Avenue (506) 649-6040;
Handworks Gallery, 12 King Street (506) 652-9787; Klausen Gallery, 106 Prince
William Street (506) 693-9976; Library Millennium Artplace, 1 Market Square
(506) 643-7200; New Brunswick Museum, 1 Market Square (506) 643-2300; Peter
Buckland Gallery, 80 Prince William Street (506) 693-9721; Saint John Arts
Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue (506) 633-4870; Third Space Gallery, NB Museum, 1
Market Square; and, Trinity Galleries, 128 Germain Street (506) 634-1611. Dates
for the next three Gallery Hops are: May 7, August 13, and October 15, 2010.
Contact: (506) 649-6040
Fri Feb 12 SWEETHEART CASINO & LUCKY
AUCTION. 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM. Branch 69, Royal Canadian Legion, Wilson
Street, West. Back by popular demand! Roll the dice and bring your luck charm
at the Animal Resuce League's Sweetheart Casino and Silent Auction. Come out
and enjoy a fun-filled evening while supporting a great cause. Tickets: $20.
Available at teh Animal Rescue League and at the door. Call for information on
Early Bird tickets. Contact: (506) 642-0929
Fri Feb 12 SAINT JOHN
SEA DOGS HOCKEY GAME. 7:30 PM - 9:45 PM. Harbour Station, 99 Station
Street. Sea Dogs vs. Screaming Eagles. Hockey Night in Saint John. Contact:
(506) 657-3647.
Sat Feb 13 DAVID GOSS – BOOK SIGNING. 11:00
AM - 12:30 PM. Coles, Lancaster Mall, 621 Fairview Boulevard. Local
author/historian David Goss will be signing copies of and discussing his new
book, Saint John: 1877-1980. Goss’s other Saint John history books will
also be available for purchase. Contact: (506) 672-7670
Sat Feb 13
DAVID GOSS – BOOK SIGNING. 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM. Indigo Books, East Point
Centre, 41 Fashion Drive. Local author/historian David Goss will be signing
copies of and discussing his new book, Saint John: 1877-1980. Goss’s other
Saint John history books will also be available for purchase. Contact: (506)
693-6987
Sat Feb 13 Valentine Craft with Heart! 2:30 PM - 3:30
PM. Saint John Free Public Library, Market Square Get Crafty at your library!
Let the "Jack of Hearts" show you care and you'll have a winning Valentine to
give to your favourite person! Contact: (506) 643-7239 Download to Your
Calendar Sat Feb 13 Seasonal Saturday Program 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM. Saint John
East Branch Library Come enjoy our monthly Seasonal Saturday Program at the
East Branch Library. We will be reading stories about Valentine's Day and you
can make a Valentine's Day Bookmark to take home! Contact:
506-643-7250
Sat Feb 13 SEASONAL SATURDAY PROGRAM. 2:30 PM - 3:30
PM. Saint John East Branch Library Come enjoy our monthly Seasonal Saturday
Program at the East Branch Library. We will be reading stories about
Valentine's Day and you can make a Valentine's Day Bookmark to take home!
Contact: (506) 643-7250
Sat Feb 13 DAVIS GOSS – BOOK
SIGNING. 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM. Indigo Books, East Point Centre, 41 Fashion
Drive. Local author/historian David Goss will be signing copies of and
discussing his new book, Saint John: 1877-1980. Goss’s other Saint John
history books will also be available for purchase. Contact: (506) 633-1810
Sat Feb 13 VALENTINES GALA DINNER GETAWAY & BRUNCH. 6:00 PM
- 2:00 PM. Homeport Historic B&B c 1858, 80 Douglas Avenue. Join us for the
first ever Homeport B&B Valentines Gala. Dinner & overnight stay
package Standard room: $239; Premium room: $279; Just Dinner: $99/Couple; or
Brunch: $29/person. Dinner Menu: Money Bags - savoury pork filling in a golden
won ton purse served with a sweet chilli sauce; Tomato Fennel Soup - a light
puree of tomato and fennel brightened with a garnish of lemon parsley
gremolata; Lobster Parfait - Atlantic lobster tossed with tomatoes and celery
in a lemon tarragon dressing; Dinner option one: Cornish Hen with Rose Petal
Sauce, a perfectly roasted game hen with a fragrant rose petal and chestnut
sauce. Dinner option two: Pepper Crusted Pork Loin stuffed with wild mushrooms
and finished with pan demi-glaze. Cucumber & Melon with Prosecco -refresh
your palate with a medley of cucumber and honeydew melon in sparkling Prosecco
wine. Crème Brulee- the classic dessert of vanilla bean custard topped
with caramelized sugar and fresh fruit. Cheese Plate a selection of fine
cheeses with a special sweet treat. Limited seating. Reservation required.
stay@homeport.nb.ca Contact: (506) 672-7255 toll free 888 678 7678
Sat Feb 13 THE WANING MOON AT IRVING NATURE PARK. 7:00 PM - 9:00
PM. Irving Nature Park, 1379 Sand Cove Road, West. Enjoy the magic of the park
during a nocturnal trek along the snow packed trail out to Sheldon Point.
We’ll view some of the winter constellations, discuss moon lore, and even
call for owls. Bring a mug for hot chocolate after the event. Fring along a
flashlight too! Don’t have snowshoes? Rentals can be obtained from the
Scout Shop on Union Street, Saint John. Unsure about the snow or weather
conditions? Call the park at (506) 653-7367. All park events are free of
charge. Contact: (506) 632-4133
Sat Feb 13 GAY VALENTINE'S EVE
DANCE. 8:30 PM - 1:00 AM. Le Faubourg, 125 Prince William Street. Join the
Greater Saint John LGBT community for the first community Valentine's dance in
over four years. Tickets: at the door $12 for non-members / $10 for members.
(one-year memberships available at the door for only $5.). Cash bar. Must be19
and over for this dance. Members eligible for Door Prizes. Tickets available
at: The Feel Good Store, 89 Germain Street, Port City Rainbow Pride Board
Members, or by calling the number below. Note: All tickets purchased in advance
will be discounted at the door with the purchase of a Port City Rainbow Pride
membership - at this dance only. (Additional discounts available with your
membership card throughout the year). Discount available at The Element Dance
Bar that same night by showing your dance ticket and your PCRP membership card.
www.PortCityRainbowPride.com Contact: (506) 648-9227
Sat Feb 13 ADAM
MOWERY & PENNY BLACKS VALENTINES SPECTACULAR. 10:30 PM - 2:00 AM.
Peppers Pub. 1 Market Square. Penny Blacks and Adam Mowery bring
Valentine’s Extravaganza Back to Port City for Third Year - Attention
swingers, lovers, cool cats, rebels, guys, dolls and wallflowers! Get
yourselves primed for Saint Valentine in style by heading to Peppers to count
down to V-Day with some martinis and smooth, cool sounds for lovers, performed
as only Adam Mowery and Penny Blacks could! It's no secret that Blacks and
Mowery are a hot commodity, especially during the season of lovers. This
powerhouse duo of charm, talent and - let's face it - just pure, good
old-fashioned showmanship are in high demand everywhere from the Hamptons to
the Vegas Strip. But they turned down every offer, every plea, every
court-enforced dictum in order to return to the glittering diamond tip of New
Brunswick's industrial drill press, Saint John. Blacks and Mowery were indeed
fortunate to reconnect with their all-star band, the legendary Hard Feelings.
The evening will kick off with a set of heart-bustin' croonin' by Mr. Penny
Blacks, followed by a swoon-inducing performance by Mr. Adam Mowery. At this
point, you might think that you have gotten your money's worth already. But no,
the entertainment doesn't stop there! Mr. Blacks and Mowery will cap the
evening with a final return to the stage together, for a show-stopping set of
"Covers for Lovers", backed by the legendary Hard Feelings! As Blacks exclaimed
from a sweat-drenched stage during the final moments of their inaugural
Valentines Spectacular, "We're going to take this holiday BACK from the
greeting card companies and milk it for all the cheesy goodness we can!" It's a
Rat Pack/Vegas theme, so don't be afraid to put on that jacket and tie, or that
sassy little cocktail dress! Admission: $5 (Advance) $7 (Door). Tickets
available at Peppers Pub & Backstreet Records. Contact: (506) 214-3488
Sun Feb 14 SAINT JOHN SEA DOGS HOCKEY GAME. 4:00 PM - 6:45 PM.
Harbour Station, 99 Station Street. Valentine's Day Spectacular. Sea Dogs vs.
Screaming Eagles. Contact: (506) 657-3647
Mon Feb 15 SIDEWAYS. 7:00
PM - 10:00 PM. happinez wine bar, 42 Princess Street. Join us at happinez
to watch this classic wine lovers film with Craig Pinhey, and enjoy some
wonderful Californian Pinot Noirs and yes...Merlot! Cost: $45 + hst. Please
call for reservations. Contact: (506) 634-7340
Wed Feb 17 Book Club
for Men 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Library, 1 Market Square Discuss "The
Short-Timers" by Gustav Hasford. Call to register, if you’re up for it.
Contact: (506) 643-7224
Wed Feb 17 Genealogy Tour 4:00 PM - 5:00
PM. Library, 1 Market Square Get a tour of the varied genealogy resources
available at the Saint John Free Public Library. Also a look at the
library’s new “Ancestry” database. Call for more information.
Contact: (506) 643-7224
Wed Feb 17 SAINT JOHN STRING QUARTET -
"FEMININE PERSUASIONS" 8:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen
Avenue Symphony New Brunswick present its 3rd chamber music concert featuring
the Saint John String Quartet 'Feminine Persuasions'. Musical highlights with
music about and by women include: Robert Schumann 'String Quartet in A Major,
Op. 41 No. 3 “Clara”; Rebecca Clarke Poem for String Quartet; Nancy
Dalberg String Quartet No. 2 in g minor Op. 14. Tickets are available at the
door Adults $25; Seniors $20; Students $10. Contact: (506)
634-8379
Feb 18-20 WOOL FONDLERS FIBRE FESTIVAL. 9:00 AM - 5:00
PM. Saint John City Market, 47 Charlotte Street. Come in for the warmth and an
education about natural fibres! Something to see and feel while you browse the
many exhibits and fibre artists and venders that create the many warm,
wonderful, colourful and even whimsical creations we long for. Bonus, Quilting
and rug Hooking supplies from River Gallery Studio on The 18th & 19th! Free
Knitting lessons on Feb. 20th as well as “Create Your Own Hand Spun
Yarn’ workshop, only $10.00. See our website for details or call 658-2820.
www.sjcitymarket.ca Contact: (506) 658-2820
Thu Feb 18 SCREENING:
CHECKING REFERENCES. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. Saint John Volunteer Centre, 66
Waterloo Street. Reference checks are a fundamental feature of most screening
protocols and are possibly even more critical today to comprehensive screening
than at any time in the past. The reference checks provides the opportunity to
verify key components of the information candidates have supplied about their
experiences and qualifications. This 1-hour session will be facilitated by
Lorene Johnson, a trainer for the Saint John Volunteer Centre on Board
Development. Fee: $15. Pre-registration is required. Failure to notify of
cancellation 2 days prior to the Workshop will result in the fee being
invoiced. Prior to registration please advise if you have any mobility
restrictions. Bring your lunch! Coffee & tea provided. Contact: (506)
658-1555
Thu Feb 18 SAINT JOHN STRING QUARTET SERIES AT UNB SAINT
JOHN. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Whitebone Lounge, Thomas J. Condon Student Centre
Hear a performance by UNB Saint John's musicians in residence - the Saint John
String Quartet - while you enjoy your lunch. This free concert will feature
Dalberg's String Quartet Op. 14 No. 2 in g minor. All are welcome to attend.
Contact: (506) 648-5889
Thu Feb 18 THE TEMPEST. 7:30 PM - 7:30
PM. Theatre Susan B. Ganong, Rothesay Netherwood School, 40 College Hill
Road, Rothesay. The RNS Senior School students present an adaptation of
Shakespeare’s play of magic, deceit and redemption. This performance
features David LeMesurier (as Prospero), Fiona Kidd (as Ariel), and original
music composed by RNS IB music students. Tickets available at the door (Adults
$10, Students & Seniors $8), or by calling. Contact: (506) 847-8224
Fri Feb 19 Special Collections Room Safari 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM.
Library, 1 Market Square See some of the hidden treasures located in the
library’s Special Collection Room. See the oldest book in the library (a
16th century Bible) and other unusual items. call for more information.
Contact: (506) 643-7224
Feb 20 & 27 WOODCARVING: CARVE A
SCULPTURAL BOWL. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen
Avenue. Carving With the Elements: Woodcarve a Sculptural Bowl with Philip
Savage. Learn the basic principles and techniques of wood sculpting while
carving a useful and attractive wooden bowl. Nature is constantly sculpting her
landscape and its components with wind, sun, fire, water and decay. Using the
shapes, textures and colours of the landscape as inspiration, join artisan
Philip Savage for a session in the basics of wood carving and finishing. Using
mainly hand gouges as well as rotary power tools, we will work a pre-cut,
hardwood blank into a unique, sculptural bowl. Visit the Workshops section of
our website for a full list of required and recommended supplies. Call (506)
847-0200 for more information. Two full Saturdays: Feb. 20 & 27, 2010.
Cost: $150, (materials included, tools provided). Contact: (506) 633-4870
Sat Feb 20 Youth Advisory Group 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM. Library, 1
Market Square Teens help develop the library collection and services of the
future. Call (506) 643-7237 for more information. Contact: (506) 643-7237
Sat Feb 20 SAINT JOHN WINE FAIR. 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM. Saint John
Trade & Convention Centre, 1 Market Square. The Saint John Wine Fair
presented by CAA is just around the corner. Purchase your tickets for this
growing tradition of fun and learning, not to mention proceeds benefit local
Red Cross programs. Please note that due to the popularity of this event we are
moving to a new and bigger venue. The night will feature a selection of over
100 wines, live music, a pre-event wine tasting seminar and a draw for a trip
for two to the Napa Valley compliments of CAA. The 2010 Saint John Wine Fair
presented by CAA is always a sell-out – so don’t miss out! Tickets:
• $45 in advance or $50 at the door • $15 for pre-event wine tasting
with Sommelier, Craig Pinhey (these tickets are only available by calling
674-6195 to reserve your seat) Event tickets can be purchased at: • CAA,
378 Westmorland Rd • Java Moose (City Market and Prince William St.
locations) • Happinez Wine Bar, 42 Princess St. • Canadian Red Cross
Office, 70 Lansdowne Ave. • Pomodori Pizzeria, 83 Hampton Rd. • Or
call. Contact: (506) 674-6195
Sat Feb 20 DARWIN 2:00 PM - 3:00
PM. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square South In a dark lab, a magical scientist
puts a creature together piece by piece. Towering above him, Darwin is not your
typical dinosaur: Yes, he’s tall. No, he’s not ferocious. Yes,
he’s green . . . Oh, and he glows in the dark. Part of Imperial
Theatre’s Family Series, Darwin is a spectacular production that will
mesmerize kids of all ages and have them riveted to their seats. Set in
complete darkness, huge crayon-like, glowing creatures light up the stage in
this visually dazzling blend of puppetry, dance and storytelling featuring
life-size visual effects able to capture any child’s imagination in this
age of video games and 3D animation. Tickets: $14 each. Babes in arms 12 months
and under are welcome in arms to this event without a ticket. This performance
takes place in the Fort Reliance Auditorium at Imperial Theatre. For more
information, or to purchase tickets, call Imperial Theatre Box Office or visit
www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca Contact: (506) 674-4100
Tue Feb 23 Cirque
Éloize: RAIN 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Imperial Theatre, 24 King Square
South Picture it: you’re in the audience, watching some of the most
sensational acrobatics you've ever seen on Imperial Theatre’sstage, when
all of a sudden it starts to rain. Indoors. A captivating production, RAIN
comes complete with acrobatic athleticism, whimsical storylines and about 500
gallons of rain! This show feels like the first summer storm after a long hot
spell: unexpected, delightful and refreshing. A thrilling performance and fun
for the whole family, Cirque Éloize's RAIN brings to life a jubilant
world filled with drama, surprise, high-flying flips and mind-bending
acrobatics evocative of a child at play: fearless, free, unencumbered and ready
for adventure. This performance takes place in the Fort Reliance Auditorium at
Imperial Theatre. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call Imperial
Theatre Box Office or visit www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca Contact: (506)
674-4100
Wed Feb 24 Traditional Book Club 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
Library, 1 Market Square Join us for a discussion of "An Instance of the
Fingerpost" (Parts 3 and 4) by Iain Pears. All are welcome. No pre-registration
is necessary. For more information, call (506) 643-7237. Contact: (506)
643-7224
Thu Feb 25 Book Club for Adults 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM.
Saint John East Branch Library Join us in a relaxed and casual setting for our
Adult Book Club at the East Branch Library. February's selection is The
Outlander by Gil Adamson. Contact the library to reserve your copy of this
title today! Contact: 506-643-7250
Thu Feb 25 Plug Your Ears: Freedom
to Read. 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Library, 1 Market Square Join us in affirming
our commitment to intellectual freedom. The Saint John Free Public Library in
Market Square will reconfirm its “Freedom to Read Zone” status with
an official proclamation. Then four impassioned readers will read from a
variety of challenged works. The audience is invited to join in a discussion of
the significance of Freedom to Read Week. (Coffee and cookies for all.) This
week and next, you are invited to check out our display of challenged books.
Enter our contest and win a mug of naughty words. Contact: (506)
643-7237
Thu Feb 25 Movie Club 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Library, 1
Market Square "A Hard Day’s Night" (1964). The Beatles’ first
movie—any further questions? No library showing. Discussion date: Feb
25th, 7-8pm Contact: (506) 643-7224 Download to Your Calendar Sat Feb 27 Excel
for Beginners 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Library, 1 Market Square Whether you have
basic computer skills and have already tried Microsoft Word, or you just want
to know what a spreadsheet is, join us for a hands-on introduction to Microsoft
Excel. Please call (506) 643-7224 to register. Contact: (506) 643-7224
Sat Feb 27 Red Chamber 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Imperial Theatre, 24 King
Square South Taking inspiration from the traditional Chinese “plucked
string” repertoire seldom heard in the west, Red Chamber play only plucked
string instruments to create unique sounding music that spans 4,000 years
— from ancient Chinese court music and Chinese string band music, to
bluegrass, jazz fusions and a host of other folk traditions of the plucked
kind. Red Chamber is a fantastic musical adventure, where fiery passion is
infused into every note. This performance takes place in the Fort Reliance
Auditorium at Imperial Theatre. For more information, or to purchase tickets,
call Imperial Theatre Box Office or visit www.imperialtheatre.nb.ca Contact:
(506) 674-4100
Ongoing
PRESCHOOL STORY
TIME. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM. Saint John East Branch Library. Come enjoy our
weekly Preschool Story Time at the East Branch Library every Thursday from
10:30 - 11:00 am. Enjoy listening to theme related stories, singing songs and
making a craft to take home. January weekly themes include Pigs, Babies,
Snowflakes and Sheep! Contact: 506-643-7250
Ongoing
TODDLER
TIME. 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Children's Department, Saint John Public Library.
Toddler Time: If you are between 18 and 36 months old, wear your pyjamas and
bring yur favourite adult for 30 minutes of fingerplays, rhymes, songs and
stories. Thursdays, from 6:30 - 7:00 pm. January 7th - February 11th.
Pre-register by calling (506) 643-7239. Free program. Contact: (506) 643-7239
Ongoing
ART-FILLED ADVENTURES AT THE NB MUSEUM. 7:00 PM -
8:30 PM. New Brunswick Museum, 1 Market Square. Art-filled Adventures at the
NBM! Art demonstrations by local artists Thursday evenings at the New Brunswick
Museum. Adult & students welcome. Level – basic. Pre registration
required: (506) 643-2349/1-888-268-9595. Free with Regular Museum Admission.
Members free. Nominal fee may apply for supplies.
Ongoing
KID’S ART CLASSES AT THE ARTS CENTRE (8-12 YEARS). Saint John
Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. Saturdays, 10 am to 12 noon. 6 weeks, January
9-February 13. The Secret Society of Underage Artists: Winter Session 1 -
Let’s get back on track after the holidays and back to 'work' having lots
of learning fun with paints, clay, encaustics, and drawing! As always, a few
surprises will be waiting to welcome all students, both those who are new to
the 'Society' and those who are returning. Join this terrific group of
'serious' young artists and instructor, Constance Wooldridge. Supplies will be
provided by the Arts Centre. Cost: $75. Age range: 8-12 years. Contact: (506)
633-4870
Ongoing
KID’S ART CLASSES AT THE ARTS CENTRE (AGES
5-8). 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. Winter
Session 1: 6 weeks, January 9-February 13. The Society of Younger Artists -
ages 5-8 Artist and educator Alison Gayton will introduce the children to
discover artistry in their own environment.This is a time for exploring
different materials and finding ways to make them work for expressing our ideas
about the world. Students will explore through paint, paper, clay, writing,
drawing, stretching and bookmaking to find ways to talk about what we see and
what is important to us. This course focuses on helping youngsters talk about
what they want to through various mediums of art. Alison will be using reality
therapy techniques to guide the kids through lively reflections and creative
explorations. Cost: $75. Age range: 5-8 years old. Contact: (506) 633-4870
Ongoing
STORYTIME & POTTERY PAINTING. 10:30 AM - 11:30
AM. Butterfly Bisque Paint Your Own Pottery. Every Wednesday & Saturday,
10:30 am. Butterfly Bisque Paint Your Own Pottery presents a series of unique
Story Time Hours for guests! We will be reading a short children's book and
painting a piece of pottery that relates to the story! A different story each
week! Please email us at FireItUp@ButterflyBisque.ca or
call (506) 847-1846 to sign up. Capacity is limited. Price: $7 and up. It's a
great, interactive way to get your children interested in reading early on. Any
age child is welcome to participate as long as they are old enough to politely
sit and listen to a short story. Sign-up is required. Payment can be made the
day of the Story Time Hour. You'll get a call in about 1-2 weeks when your
piece is ready for pickup. We also welcome older siblings if they would like to
paint separately without joining Story Time at our regular painting rates.
Contact: (506) 847-1846
Ongoing
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE?
SAINT JOHN! Sundays: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Atrium, Market Square, 1 Market
Square. Market Square has partnered with 97.3 The Wave and has come up with the
perfect way to fight the winter blues. So You Think You Can Dance? Saint John
will be a seven week dance competition where Saint John’s Favourite Dancer
will be chosen in three age groups; 11-13, 14-17 and 18 plus. Application forms
are available online at www.maketsquaresj.com &
www.thewave.ca and also can be
picked up at the administration offices of Market Square and 97.3 The Wave. The
deadline for submissions is 5 pm on December 21, 2009. Auditions will be held
on Sunday, January 3 starting at 12 noon and the competition held every Sunday
after with the finale Sunday, February 21. Every Monday 97.3 The Wave will
announce the dancers that will be moving on to the next Sunday and each week
there will be special showcase performances from a local dance group. The
winner in each age division will take home a full paid tuition (maximum $500)
for one year at the local dance school of their choice. In addition, divisions
11-13 & 14-17 will receive $500 cash and a $200 shopping spree from Body
Expressions Dancewear and division 18 + will receive $1000 cash and a $200
shopping spree from Body Expressions Dancewear. Contact: (506) 658-6300
Ongoing
LORENZO SOCIETY ART SHOE SERIES 2009-2010. 2:00 PM -
4:00 PM. Faculty Staff Club, Ward Chipman Library, UNBSJ. An exhibition of
artworks by Sheri L. Larsen entitled "Still Life and Nature", a series of 18
works on canvas, paper and wood using a variety of media including oil,
acrylic, charcoal and mixed media. Contact: (506) 754-2485
Ongoing
ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASS. Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Hazen Avenue. Six
weeks, January 12-February 16., Tuesday evenings, 7 pm to 9 pm. Acrylic
Painting Course with Constance Woodridge. In addition to the creation of
paintings, this course will explore: a) Organization of supplies and work
habits to make painting less frustrating and more fun! b) Colour mixing to
create works of art that will express emotion and excite the artist! c) The use
of both imagination and photos as references. It will be the student’s
choice of subject, whether it be portrait, landscape, still-life, or other,
with instructor guiding and instructing. d) Proper use of brushes and palette
knives during the creation of a painting. e) Overall composition which will
include various techniques and aspects of an acrylic painting. f) Additional
information related to the creation of a work of art, including light, shadow,
shading, layering, etc. Visit the Workshops section of our website for a full
list of required and recommended supplies. If you have questions regarding
supplies, please contact Constance Wooldridge at (506) 696-3790. Cost: $75.
Contact: (506) 633-4870
Ongoing
"TERRA FERMA” – BRIAN
ATYEO & SCOTT MACLEOD. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. City of Saint John Gallery,
20 Hazen Avenue. "Terra Ferma" - a two-person exhibition of paintings by Brian
Ateyo and Scott MacLeod of Nova Scotia. View the incredible artworks by two
fine Atlantic artists! Exhibition continues through March 6. Contact: (506)
64-9-6040
Ongoing
"EYES" - PAINTINGS BY NATE GUIMOND. 10:00
AM - 4:00 PM. Millennium Artplace,Saint John Free Public Library. A solo
exhibition of acrylic paintings on paper by Saint John artist Nate Guimond.
Contact: (506) 649-6040
Ongoing
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN PAINT!
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Butterfly Bisque Pottery Studio, 83 Hampton Road. So You
Think You Can Paint! Well Prove It! The Butterfly Bisque Paint Your Own Pottery
Studio, located at 83 Hampton Road (CIBC Mall), Rothesay, is extending an
invitation to all past and future painters to come in and show us your stuff.
You can participate in this national competition and represent our studio if
your painted ceramic piece is selected. If you are interested in entering this
friendly competition, register at the studio, select a piece of bisque and
paint it to the best of your ability. We will display all entries in the studio
until February 21st. Any studio guest can vote for their favourite piece.
Photos will also be posted on our website at www.butterflybisque.ca and
Facebook Fan page at www.facebook.com/ButterflyBisque. The top 5 studio
masterpieces will be entered into the national competition to win the grand
prize of $50 and an in-store $20 gift certificate. So put your game face on and
get motivated! The deadline for the competition is February 20th. Voting will
take place until February 27th. We will be choosing the 5 favourite pieces to
go to the national competition on February 28th. From March 4th to the 14th, up
to 55 Pieces from across Canada will be on display at
www.chromacolour.com. One of these
could be yours! The national voting will take place by sending an email with
your favourite selection. Instructions will be on the website at the url above.
On March 15 at 12 noon, the national winner will be published on the
ChromaColour website. Good Luck to Everyone! Contact: (506) 847-1846
Ongoing
PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME. 10:30 AM - 10:30 AM. Saint
John Free Public Library, Market Square. Preschool Storytime! Wednesdays and
Saturdays from 10:30 am - 11:00 am. Theme based stories, songs, fingerplays,
and lots of crayons too! Ages 3-5; younger children welcome with an adult.
Contact: (506) 643-7239
Ongoing
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME. 10:30
AM - 11:00 AM. East Branch Public Library. Come enjoy our weekly Preschool
Story Time at the East Branch Library every Thursday from 10:30 - 11:00 am.
Enjoy listening to theme related stories, singing songs and making a craft to
take home. February weekly themes include Trains, Valentine's Day, Sledding and
Fun Day! Contact: 506-643-7250
Ongoing
BABIES IN THE
LIBRARY. 10:30 AM - 10:30 AM. Saint John Free Public Library, Market
Square. Babies in the Library returns with finger plays, knee bounces, lap
rhymes, and books to share with your baby. Join us Tuesdays from 10:30-11:00
am, February 16th-March 9th. Call to pre-register. Contact: (506) 643-7239
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