June 2012 Blog Posts (18)

Uptown Saint John is THE place to be on Canada Day Weekend.



Below find out all of the details for the Canada Day Countdown, Canada Day, and Monday.

145hours of Celebration:

Leading up to Canada Day, there are many activities.  To find out what is happening prior to July 1,…

Get your tickets today for a chance to win a complete bedroom ensemble and help make a local childs wish come true.



Find out more at the Facebook Event Page.…

Start homeownership here (or retire )-lamp lit Orange Street one of Saint John`s prettiest historic streets where walking to work & play is a pleasure! Architecturally pleasing for 17 yrs old, the features are awesome in an uptown location. The drive in garage allows you safe keeping of the car, a mudroom &…

Jill Roach and Sarah Johnson Power welcome you to come check out their new yoga studio, opening today, June 20, at 87 Germain Street (2nd Floor, on the right)



The doors will be open for you to stop by at 4pm, and you are welcome to join in a vinyasa class today which begins at 5:30pm.



The yoga class…

Today is the day we have been waiting for! Our open house has fainlly arrived so drop by after 4pm and stay for our first class at 5:30! It is scheduled to be a Vinyasa class, but don't worry, Sarah is planning a versatile class for anyone who wants to participate!

Partridge Island, an unprotected national and provincial historic site, sits at the entrance to Saint John harbour. Partridge Island has a long and fascinating past. It was established as one of North America’s first quarantine stations in 1785; the site of our principal military post from 1791 until 1947, with documented sightings of German U-boats in World War II; the world’s first steam operated fog alarm was built and used on the island in 1859, and…

A exhibition of local author, playwright, and poet Clyde A. Wray's works are beautifully displayed in Blink: The Artists' Free Space by iNK (96 Princess Street).



Please see more information on the FACEBOOK page, or stop by to enjoy this…

A sure sign of summer is the installation of hapito, the happinez wine bar patio.  This is a hot spot uptown and a wonderful place to enjoy a beautiful uptown sunset on Princess Street with a few friends and a nice glass of your favourite vino. 



This year during set up of hapito, an unexpected mishap occurred, and a section of the beautiful, custom designed glass decking was broken.  To not stall the usage of the deck while waiting for repairs, some quick and creative thinking…

We are a new Yoga studio opening in beautiful uptown Saint John! We offer something for everyone, whether you are an up and coming Yogi or an experienced practitioner of different disciplines. 

The Yoga Co-op…

After three great years in Brunswick Square, it was time for a spruce up at Je Suis Prest!



We’ve traveled near and far checking out the coolest spots for décor inspiration.  And after much research and a lot of shopping, we’ve created a space that is comfortable, trendy, cozy and…

59 Mecklenburg Street



Most beautiful combination in this post "Great Fire" 2 storey where the Italiante architecture featuring projecting cornice and square bay window stand proud after 134 years! Lovingly restored to perfection this is for the young family appreciating the circa 1878 Armstrong residence rich…

The Saint John Jewish Historical Museum is pleased to announce it will be open for the summer season at 91 Leinster Street (corner of Wentworth) in Uptown Saint John. Regular hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday during July and August from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. These hours will remain in effect from Tuesday, May 29 to Tuesday, October 30, 2012. Group tours are also welcomed by appointment throughout the year.



Mr John Leroux has…

This week marked the arrival of the first cruise ship of the season into the Saint John harbour. The Carnival Glory arrived early morning on Wednesday, June 6th, 2012. 

Later that evening an informal cocktail reception was held. Champagne was opened and poured.

Residents toasted the departure…

Our Presentation Centre now has a new location and we also have new team!

Fran Menton - Marketing & Event Planner, John Rocca - President and Gail Rocca - Sales Represenative



You may remember our old location on the second level of Brunswick…

Change the way you get to work and WIN!

This National Environment Week, sign up for the Commuter Challenge and win. Get your co-workers or your community together and register  to win prizes from local businesses.

You might even win the prestigious Commuter…

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L-R: Jody Kliffer (City of Saint John), Mayor Mel Norton, Deputy Mayor Shelley Rinehart, John MacLean (EfficiencyNB), Peter Asimakos (Uptown Saint John Inc.), Joel Butler (Aliant).



On June 4, Uptown Saint John Inc. and partners presented a new custom 'city skyline' Bike Rack to the City. …

Heartbreak Boutique is now open at 80 Princess Street, and for those who like vintage, derby, pin-up...you will find it here.



This is a must for the rocker chick who is looking for something that will make eyes pop.  Heartbreak Boutique…