Good morning, Saint John! Spend any time in northern New Brunswick this weekend? Hope you picked up a Lotto Max ticket before Friday night’s draw. A ticket sold in Restigouche County hit the $50-million jackpot, so this might be a good morning to check your coat pockets.
In todays edition:
Ten places to pay remember 🌺
Make your movie debut this week 🍿
A layered approach to fundraising 🍝
Let’s get into it!
-Geoff Walsh, Publisher
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12 seats left at the table 🍽️
Our first Saint John Dinner Club is Thursday, November 19. We’ll match you with five other locals for dinner at an Uptown restaurant, then bring everyone together for an after-party to celebrate two years of SJ Today.
Come solo or bring a friend…but don’t delay! We’ve got just 12 spots left!
A big thanks to our partner Saint John Airport for helping bring us all together.
NEWS NOTES
Where to observe Remembrance Day 🌺
Wednesday’s Remembrance Day observances begin at 9am at the Field of Honour on Saint John’s West Side and continue through a 2pm wreath-laying at the Public Gardens. In between, neighbours will gather at cenotaphs, Legion halls and arenas across the region to honour those who served and remember those who never made it home.
Ahead of Wednesday, Saint John has restored the plaques at the King’s Square Cenotaph. The new etched granite plaques replace bronze ones that honoured Canadians who served in the Second World War and Afghanistan.
We put all 10 observances in one guide, from Grand Bay–Westfield to St. Martins. Find the service closest to you, along with start times, when to arrive and where Hampton’s ceremony moves if the weather turns.
You could be a movie extra 🎬
Hemmings Films is looking for paid extras to play football fans in Letting Go, a feature film shooting in Saint John based on the novel of the same name by Jon and Alexandra Duque.
Filming for the crowd scenes starts at 4pm each day from November 9–12, beginning today. No acting experience needed. Just bring the same energy you’d bring to a close game. Email the casting team for details - [email protected]
Three Saint John nonprofits get recovery funding 🤝
Sophia Recovery Centre, the Compassionate Grief Centre and Just Us; We All Struggle are among five New Brunswick nonprofits sharing more than $1.2 million in provincial funding. The province hasn’t said how much each group will get.
The money supports case managers who help people recovering from mental health and addiction challenges connect with counselling, addiction treatment, housing and income assistance.
Hayward brings bronze home to Quispamsis 🚴
Quispamsis Para cyclist Alexandre Hayward won bronze at the track world championships in the Netherlands in his first crack at an elimination race.
The last rider across the line goes out every two laps, so there’s no saving it all for the finish. Hayward says he stayed near the front to steer clear of crashes and avoid having to sprint his way back through the pack. It’s his second worlds medal this year, after bronze in the road time trial.
It’s $15 lasagna day at Vito’s 🍝
Vito’s is serving $15 lasagna today at all three locations, with every dollar from lasagna sales going to the Regional Hospital Foundation to support surgical care at the Regional.
Grab it hot or take it home to bake. Either way, it’s something to look forward to for supper!
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EVENTS
What’s Happenin’
Here are a few things to look forward to this week. Don’t forget to send us your events any time!
MONDAY
TIFF Film Circuit presents Sentimental Value | November 9
A filmmaker writes a role for his estranged daughter. She turns it down, so he gives it to a Hollywood star. That ought to make the next family dinner interesting. The Cannes Grand Prix winner stars Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve and Elle Fanning. It screens at Imperial Theatre at 7pm. Tickets are $12.50.
TUESDAY
Ria Mae | November 10
Halifax’s Ria Mae brings Tour Two to Imperial Theatre at 7:30pm. You know her from “Clothes Off” and “Bend.” Her latest single, “In the Stars,” reunites her with Classified, who also produced it. Tickets are $40 or $35 for members.
WEDNESDAY
SJ Today Trivia at Beer Bread | November 11
Bring the friend who knows the answer and the one who can talk the rest of you into writing it down. Geoff’s back at Beer Bread at 6:30pm with four rounds of trivia and song IDs. Teams of two to six can book a table or walk in. Chef Ryan has food specials, plus there are $5 pints, $6 wines and $7 old fashioneds.
THURSDAY
Saint John Sea Dogs vs. Québec Remparts | November 12
The Sea Dogs host the Québec Remparts at TD Station at 7pm. It’s the first of two home games this week, with Rimouski coming in for a 3pm matinee on Sunday.
FRIDAY
BGC Greater Saint John Diamond Dinner | November 13
BGC Greater Saint John’s annual fundraiser moves to the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre at 7pm. An $80 ticket gets you food from the gala’s tasting stations, dancing with DJ Steve and a shot at winning a diamond pendant. The evening supports programs for local children and youth.
SATURDAY
Saint John Beer Fest | November 14
Work a few carnival games in between pours at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre from 3pm–7pm. Beer Fest brings together beers, ciders, seltzers and other ready-to-drink picks, with samples included in your ticket. VIP gets you in an hour early, and proceeds support local charities.
SUNDAY
Community Pancake Breakfast | November 15
The New Apostolic Church is serving pancakes at Lakefield Elementary School in Quispamsis from 10am–11am. Everyone’s welcome, and all donations go to the Saint John Community Food Basket. A church service follows at 11am.
Multicultural Christmas Carnival | November 15
Santa and Mrs. Claus are putting in a Sunday shift at the Bill McGuire Centre in Rothesay from 2pm–6pm. The free family carnival has a magic show, balloon twisting, photos with Santa and a market with local vendors. The Kennebecasis Valley Food Basket will collect non-perishable food and toiletries.
*Nothing in this section is sponsored, just things you need to know. I’ll always let you know if items are sponsored.
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Meet Peppy, a crested gecko on the hunt for dinner. Usually, crickets are what you hear when nothing’s happening. For Peppy, that’s the dinner bell.
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SIDE NOTES
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Today’s Tides 🌊
Low Tide | 5:26 AM(Mon 09 November) | 1.36 m(4.46 ft) |
High Tide | 11:32 AM(Mon 09 November) | 7.78 m(25.53 ft) |
Low Tide | 5:50 PM(Mon 09 November) | 1.0 m(3.26 ft) |
High Tide | 11:59 PM(Mon 09 November) | 7.38 m(24.21 ft) |
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