Mighty Miramichi Blog

Raymond Fraser Book Launch

Kellie — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:29:24 +0000

You are cordially invited to attend the Miramichi launching of Raymond Fraser’s new book

THE TRIALS OF BROTHER BELL
SATURDAY, JULY 10, 1-3 PM
Books Inn Bookstore, Newcastle, NB
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THE TRIALS OF BROTHER BELL

Two highly entertaining novels in one volume: “Repentance Vale” and “The Struggle Outside”. 272 pp. Lion’s Head Press.

“Absolutely hilariously funny… Farce is not easy to sustain, but Raymond Fraser can mix the absurdities of humanity into fine, plausible fiction… “Repentance Vale” and “The Struggle Outside” are dramas of intense dimension.” – MICHAEL O. NOWLAN, The Gleaner

REPENTANCE VALE

Apocalyptic events take place in New Brunswick when the rich and arrogant meet the poor and fanatical …

“A terrific piece of writing. Best thing I’ve read in years.”

– BERNELL MACDONALD, Author, Zoopoesies

THE STRUGGLE OUTSIDE

An abandoned farmhouse, a cache of stolen arms, four revolutionaries awaiting their leader, and a comrade just escaped from custody – In this wickedly funny novel the Popular Liberation Army is ready to stage an operation that will trigger the long-awaited revolution in New Brunswick.

“Exuberant, comic, with a satiric edge frequently bordering on
absurdist fantasy.” – LINDA SANDLER, Saturday Night

“An almost surrealistic account…. it represents the best in contemporary satire. Outrageously funny.” – BEST SELLERS, New York

For further author information see:

http://raymondfraser.blogspot.com

Miramichi Chamber receives Great turnout from open invitation!

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:36:14 +0000

Business Retention and Expansion project top priority for 2010.
On Friday the 25th an invitation was emailed out to local businesses inviting them to become part of the solution, and they came!
At 7:30 am over 125 local businesses gathered at Rodd Miramichi to become part of the solution.
President Hal Somers stated "Taking ownership of our future is vital to swing our community to become a thriving community, not a surviving community."
He invited every business leader to up their game, and become involved.  "With over 1200 businesses in the region, we need everyone to take a part making a major impact on our future economic growth.  By working together coming up with the solutions, making a plan and partnering with all levels of government, we can make this happen."
The 2009 strategy was reviewed - rte 108 improvements; - Air Port updates; - Youth initiatives; - Branding the Region, I AM Miramichi; and a comprehensive survey of business owners was conducted.
All attendees broke into groups and engaged into a SWOT exercise (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) gathering timely info from the business owners.  This is to be compiled and a tentative action plan with time lines will be sent out to all attendees within the month.
In conclusion, Hal Somers stated, "the Business Retention and Expansion project (taking care of, nurturing and supporting businesses already existing in the community) is our top priority for 2010 and I believe we are on the right track."

If you have ideas please submit at
http://www.enterprisemiramichi.com/ideabank.aspx
or
submit feedback to www.MiramichiChamber.com

Miramichi Parkinson Chapter/Support Group

Kellie — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:31:37 +0000

The May meeting of the Greater Miramichi Parkinson Chapter/Support group will be held on Monday, May 3rd from 7 to 9 pm, at Sobeys Community Room, King George Hwy, Miramichi. Special guest speaker will be Margaret Manderson, BScN, Administrator for the Miramichi Senior Citizens Home. For more info contact Lorelei at (506)773-4922, or Judy at (506)773-7191. Everyone welcome.

Parkinson Education & Awareness Day

Kellie — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 08:24:24 +0000

Parkinson Education & Awareness Day
May 8^th
Campbellton Regional Hospital, Lily Lake Rd.

12:25 Welcome and opening remarks by chapter president

Speakers

12:30 Dr. Kyna Squarey, MD, FRCPC, Neurologist, Adult Movement Disorder Specialist, Moncton.
Parkinson’s: A neurologists view

1:45 to 2:00 Organized stretch break by Lucie Lachance

2:00 Sheree Trecartin, RN. Parkinson Outreach Nurse, Saint John: Living daily with Parkinson’s

3:15 to 3:30 Coffee break

3:30 Lucie Lachance, M.Sc. Clinical Nurse Specialist, McGill Movement Disorder Program.
Mieux vivre avec la Maladie de Parkinson

4:45 Thank you to all

MYPIE Gala

Kellie — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 20:23:26 +0000

April is Parkinson’s Month

Kellie — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 15:06:06 +0000

APRIL IS PARKINSON AWARENESS MONTH and the members of the Greater Miramichi Parkinson Chapter would like to invite the general public to join them on Monday, April 12 from 7 to 9 pm, at Sobeys Community Room, King George Hwy, Miramichi, for their monthly meeting. Special guest speaker will be Jeannie McMillan, with Security Pro (medical alarms). For more info contact Lorelei at 773-4922, lorelei.bell@sykes.com, or Judy at 772-7191, jamdrm@nb.sympatico.ca
Everyone welcome, light lunch to follow.

Social Media Workshops

Kellie — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:35:49 +0000

Silicon East is pleased to present Mr Harold Jarche from Jarche Consulting presenting a social media day at the Rodd Miramichi on Thursday May 25^th.

http://www.jarche.com/2010/03/social-media-workshops/

You may attend one or both of the sessions. The fee is $10 per session to cover refreshments.

Workshop #1: Social media for training & education (9:00 AM to noon)

Focus: understanding web social media and how they can be used for training, education and personal learning
Topics:
What is Web 2.0?
Personal knowledge management – a sense-making process
Tools, techniques and resources for social learning on the web: e.g. social bookmarks, blogs, twitter

Workshop #2 Social media for small business (1:30 PM to 4:30 PM)

Focus: understanding web social media to connect with customers
Topics:
What is Web 2.0?
Examples of social media use for business: e.g. blogs, twitter, slidecasts, videos
Web tools, techniques and resources for small businesses.

Internet Basics + Course this Weekend

Kellie — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:27:05 +0000

A key to growing a community is education so people can make informed decisions on what is best for their needs.

Internet Basics + for Business is an on-site course, providing business owners with an understanding of today’s technology and how to apply it to their business.

Internet basics
Websites, Email
Defining your market
Internet marketing
e-Commerce
Social Media

Classroom sessions include practical exercises and interaction directly relating to your business.

Courses may by customized for specific groups or industry sectors. Inquire about hosting a session for your group.

For participants of this course, one-on-one mentoring sessions are also available to answer questions participants may have as they apply these concepts to their business and begin developing their own Internet marketing strategy. Please inquire with your instructor or at the contact below.

Materials, lunch and coffee breaks included. – $600 value – SPECIAL – $125/person
Through sponsorship with business development agencies we are able to offer the course for these dates, at the special price above.

Course Dates
All sessions are:
Friday evening – 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Saturday afternoon - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

March 19, 20: Miramichi, NB

Parkinson Education & Awareness Day

Kellie — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:25:34 +0000

The newly formed Restigouche Region Parkinson chapter in conjunction with Parkinson Society Maritime Region will hold an education and awareness day in Campbellton on Saturday, May 8^th at the Regional Hospital, Lily Lake Rd.

Chapitre de la Region Restigouche Region Chapter executive to Meet and Greet at 12:15 noon

12:25 Welcome and opening remarks by chapter president

Speakers– 12:30 Dr. Kyna Squarey, MD, FRCPC, Neurologist, Adult Movement Disorder Specialist, Moncton.
Parkinson’s: A neurologists view

1:45 to 2:00 Organized stretch break by Lucie Lachance

2:00 Sheree Trecartin, RN. Parkinson Outreach Nurse, Saint John: Living daily with Parkinson’s

3:15 to 3:30 Coffee break

3:30 Lucie Lachance, M.Sc. Clinical Nurse Specialist, McGill Movement Disorder Program.
Mieux vivre avec la Maladie de Parkinson

4:45 Thank you to all

More info: Esther 506 455-4529

Regional office: 1800 663-2468

MYPIE Nominations

Kellie — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:56:45 +0000

Do you know an entrepreneur, a professional or a community champion aged 35 years old or younger in the Miramichi region that you believe should be recognized for their accomplishments?

We are currently seeking nominations in following categories:

MYPIE Entrepreneur
MYPIE Professional
MYPIE Community Champion

Anyone can nominate (friend, employee, family member, acquaintance, clients, etc.) and it is easy as pie–all documentation and online forms are available at: http://www.mypie.ca/special_events.html

Deadline: March 19, 2010