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Entrepreneurs make their pitch in style!



Aspiring entrepreneurs were out in full force tonight at the new Bourbon Quarter restaurant on Prince William Street as part of Enterprise Saint John’s Emerging Entrepreneurs Business Pitch Competition. In this year's event, the competitors made their pitch to the judges as…
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Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 30, 2010 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Fun events over the Easter Break!

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KELLY CUNNINGHAM . UPTOWN SAINT JOHN COTW . MARCH 29 - APRIL 2

You may know Kelly as the lady who welcomes you with a fantastic smile and warm greeting as you step up and into the Saint John Arts Centre. Kelly is an artist in her own right, with many graphic design projects to her credit.



Some fun questions for Kelly:



Where were you born?

At the General Hospital (I still miss it in the SJ skyline)



What was your…
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Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 29, 2010 at 8:30am — No Comments

Manchaster Shoes moves to Market Square!



I am very excited and happy to continue the strong tradition of quality and service that I have offered my customers for over fifteen years by remaining "uptown". It has been inspiring and rewarding to design and build the "new" store and the finished product is very appealing, slighter smaller but with a more boutique feel to it. The reaction and comments from customers since opening on March 8 has been… Continue

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 23, 2010 at 2:00pm — No Comments

The Candy Bouquet becomes Wicked Good Treats!

We have changed our name and are becoming a fun candy store with lots of new product for all ages. Our staff is the same and our fun and fantastic service remains. The look of the store is bright and cheerful! The delicious aroma of popcorn and fudge make a lovely smell sensation but not as good as the waves of yummy they give to the taste buds. We will still be serving our customers with creative creations, but they will have to be ordered in advance… Continue

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A BIG WELCOME HOME TO EXECUTIVE CHEF DANNY BOWER . BOILERWORKS



We join Boilerworks in welcoming Chef Danny a Graduate of the famed Culinary Institute of America in New York and living here in Saint John, N.B. his hometown. Since graduating in 1992 Chef Danny has worked in various Countries and places. He has travelled the world extensively, fine tuning his skills in many cuisines while connecting with some of the world's most accomplished Chefs. His culinary journey has been nothing short of… Continue

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 23, 2010 at 10:00am — No Comments

Craftsperson of the Week: Jessica Rhaye



Uptown resident Jessica Rhaye is an acclaimed artist in both the musical and graphic design fields. This week, she was kind enough to take a few moments to answer some of our questions as our Uptown Saint John Craftsperson of the Week.


Where were you born?


I was born in the old General Hospital in Saint John…
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Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 22, 2010 at 8:38am — No Comments

LUNCH CHANGING AT ALLEY GRIA

The last day for lunch at Alley Gria will be Friday March 19, 2010.



Instead, Alley Gria is offering something very exciting...

Corporate Lunch and Private Lunch will be available.

Available will be a projector, laptop, flip chart, and of course, food drinks, etc..



Consider Alley Gria for your next lunch business meeting spot. Impress your clients, treat your co-workers, enjoy it yourself. Something unique...somewhere… Continue

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 17, 2010 at 1:51pm — No Comments

DID YOU KNOW?...


In 2008 the St. Patrick's Square was dedicated at the foot of Prince William Street. This end of the street was known by other names... Reeds Point and the Boston Boat Wharf.
Source: Heritage Resources, Saint John

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF THE UPTOWN WINNERS . THE 'BEST OF THE EAST'

Congratulations to all of the uptown winners and runners-up as voted by Progress Magazine in their annual readers poll.



"Best place to take clients for a quiet drink"

Happinez Wine Bar . 42 Princess Street



"Best place for a breakfast meeting"

Cora's . 39 King Street . Brunswick…

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Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 15, 2010 at 4:00pm — No Comments

CONGRATS TO CORA'S . 'BEST OF THE EAST'

Congratulations to Cora's for being voted "Best place for a breakfast meeting" by Progress Magazine in their
annual readers poll. Get all the dets here:http://bit.ly/b8MN0k

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 15, 2010 at 1:32pm — No Comments

CONGRATS TO THE IMPERIAL THEATRE . 'BEST OF THE EAST'

Congratulations to The Imperial Theatre for being voted "Best Cultural Space" by Progress Magazine in their
annual readers poll. Get all the dets here: http://bit.ly/b8MN0k

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CONGRATS TO HAPPINEZ WINE BAR . 'BEST OF THE EAST'

Congratulations to our very own Happinez Wine Bar for being voted "Best place to take clients for a quiet drink" by Progress Magazine in their annual readers poll. Get all the dets here: http://bit.ly/b8MN0k

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KELLI WRAY . UPTOWN SAINT JOHN COTW . MARCH 15-19

Kelli is a vibrant personality in uptown Saint John. She is a trained dancer and is both exhilarating and soothing to observe. She is very generous in sharing her talent and many people of all ages have benefited from her workshops and gained a renewed appreciation for music and dance.

Learn more about Kelli and her dance workshops:…

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DID YOU KNOW?...

In 1852 a resident of York Point was fined by the City of Saint John for playing the Irish Bag Pipes. Apprently the Scottish Bag Pipes were ok to play.
Source: Heritage Resources, Saint John

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 12, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments

DRAGONS' DEN . OPEN AUDITION . MARCH 24





ARE YOU READY TO FACE THE DRAGONS?



Auditions for Season Six heat up in Saint John on Wednesday, March 24th, 2010.



Do you have a hot new invention or the next million-dollar idea? Think you have the moneymaking

chops to take on the savviest business tycoons in the country? Then DRAGONS’

DEN wants to hear from you!



The DRAGONS’ DEN… Continue

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 10, 2010 at 11:00am — No Comments

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES . APRIL





Buy a button in support of READ Saint John at the Brunswick Square Coles and receive a 10 % discount.



Read Saint John is a United Way agency that provides confidential, free one on one tutoring for adults who want to improve their reading skills. In celebration of New Brunswick Literacy Day, Coles Bookstore Brunswick Square is hosting a button day. Proceeds from the sale of… Continue

Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 9, 2010 at 10:00am — No Comments

Craftsperson of the Week: Noel Chenier

Photographer Noel Chenier has been a fixture on the Uptown scene for several years both in his role as photographer at the Telegraph Journal and through sharing his craft by instructing various photography courses to numerous aspiring photographers throughout the city. Noel's work has captured many notable uptown events & moments that helps tell the stories that make up the character of the Uptown area.…

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Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 8, 2010 at 6:30pm — No Comments

REMEMBER YOUR ROMERO HOUSE DONATIONS FOR THE SEA DOGS GAME THIS FRIDAY NIGHT

It's a sold out game this coming Friday night between our Sea Dogs and the Moncton Wildcats. Don't forget to bring a little something and contribute to a big impact for a great cause. Bins will be located at the doors, collecting Food Donations for Romero house, so slip something yummy in; then enjoy the game!

For more information: http://bit.ly/bog73W


Added by Uptown Saint John Inc on March 4, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

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Kitchen Party at Callahan's Maritime Pub

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“Conversations in Conservation” Panel presentations and discussions at New Brunswick Museum, 1 Market Square, Saint John

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Harrison House Gallery at 38 Coburg Street

May 24, 2013 from 5pm to 8pm
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TIM ISAAC ANTIQUES & AUCTIONS at ONE MARKET SQUARE

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Pegasus at Taco Pica Restaurant

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Mezzadro Italian Restaurant and Pub . Now Open!

Benvenuto! Mezzadro Italian Restaurant and Pub is now open at 88 Prince William Street, and Saint John just got a whole lot tastier!  Enjoy the cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious cuisine as Chef Stef and his crew treat you to a taste of Italy. More than just pasta!  Find out more and 'Like' Mezzadro on Facebook!  …See More
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Lazy Sundays at Callahan's Pub

Looking for a place to go on Sunday afternoon. Check out the live Mixed Music at Callahan's from 2:30 to 5:30Weekly tribute, this week is The Eagles. We also have appetizers available: shrimp cocktail-cheese and pepperoni plate or mexi dip. Bring some friends and make us your new Lazy Sunday hang out.See More
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50 feet of Saint John

We are preparing our gallery for the first Hop of the year. Mark your calendars and come and see what 50 feet of Saint John looks like . May 24 5-8 pm.See More
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Gallery Hop

We will be back in the Saint John City Market on May 24, and 25. Rainbow roses will be featured as we get ready for the Gallery Hop ( Friday May 24 6-8 pm ) at our home base in the Harrison House Gallery at 38 Coburg Street.
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Harrison House Gallery at 38 Coburg Street

May 24, 2013 from 6pm to 8pm
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Dance Party at Callahan's Maritime Pub

May 18, 2013 at 10pm to May 19, 2013 at 2am
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Rock n Roll Friday at Callahan's Maritime Pub

May 17, 2013 at 10pm to May 18, 2013 at 2am
Let Del Rock Your World on Friday. Come and enjoy his award winning vocal and keyboard sound.$5. Cover includes a drink. (local beer, bar shot or house wine)See More
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