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Northern Groove
The "Rules for Contributing"
Every good game has a set of good rules. These are the rules to which our organization functions and by which we live by. But don't worry, to keep thing simple (and because we don't have a very good memory), we only have five...
- Individual
- Inclusive
- Local
- Positive
- Actionable
Individual
People Come First
Your article is written by a person (you), and is written for your people (your community, friends, and family)
You, as a contributor, are not anonymous here. You are a person with a face, an identity, and a personality. When you contribute, the article will be linked and displayed as “written by YOU”, with your face and bio on the bottom.Why is this important? Because this website is about our community... and the kind of community I want to live in isn’t comprised of cold faceless organizations -- it’s comprised of real genuine people expressing their first hand stories.
If you are the representative of an organization, we totally understand your desire to be egoless in your efforts to spread the organizations needs. However, if you are contributing info, the info comes from YOU, the individual who is a member of the organization. By all means edit your bio to include your role for the organization you represent, but you are not entitled to hide behind it.
Inclusive
All Are Welcome
Your article needs to be inclusive and open for the entire community.
If Northern Groove were a party, you, and everyone you know are invited. Your neighbors, friends, friends of friends, people you haven’t seen since high school, and even people you wish you’d never see again, have all been invited.The party is awesome and it’s gonna be a great time for everyone who comes out. In fact, the more people who show up the better, and the more people that show up that I don’t know... the more fun it’s gonna be.
If that doesn’t make sense, than I’ll maybe say it a little differently. This website and everything we do is about showing all the interesting and exciting people and things happening in this region. The things that we write about are available and inclusive to everyone. There needs to be an open invitation to everyone who is interested in finding out about stuff and about getting involved.
By being inclusive it forces us to be about bringing people together and growing, not about creating separation and division.
… and it’s more fun.
Local
That Small Town Feelin’ of Home
Articles and contributions should relate to something or someone in (or connected to) our geographical region. This site is a bit of a celebration of all the neat, fun, and random stuff that happens.What we’re really trying to do is ensure that the articles and info provided by this website and the other things we do is stuff that people (like you), care about. Especially people, organizations, and events that you’re connected with, are a part of, or want to be connected with.
The more local connections the better.
Positive and fun.
You are awesome. The things your doing are awesome and your organization is awesome. This is true.But wait... it gets better. Your awesomeness was not achieved through winning awards, or obtaining a certain number of recognitions, or even your hard work of getting where you are today... in fact, you were born with it, as is everyone else you know or have ever met.
The posts that are written on this site or in anything else we do need to be written in a way that is complementary, encouraging, and feels good to everyone mentioned in the post.
Contributors are about highlighting the bright spots in our community... not about comparing how much brighter one spot is vs another.
No rants, or political games. There are other places for that, but not here.
Actionable
You can’t start a revolution without a call to action... can you?
So, that was a really great article you just contributed, but now what?The “call to action” is the purpose for the article... It is the request that encourages the reader to investigate further, buy tickets, learn more about, make a change regarding, or take some kind of action based on the words that you’ve written...
You see, you as a contributor hold all of the power for the future. With your words you may be able to make a successful impact on the person, event, or organization you’re writing about. In fact, it’s not that you might be able to make a difference... it’s how much of an impact can I make?
But then again... you’ll never know if you don’t ask.
Build in a “call to action” in each of your articles and contributions. Your fancy wordsmithing will get you nothing without one.
Call to actions can be simple... an example might be something as simple as “checkout more of this artists work on her website at kilnhouse.ca”. OR, “last time I checked there were still tickets available, so come join me at this event!” OR, “... and that’s why I think more people should learn how to knit... I’m hosting a beginners workshop at my house this Tuesday and you’re invited. Please pass this on to anyone you think would be interested.”
But enough of this theoretical stuff! Let’s get started by writing articles that not only inspire and bring hope... but actually create action.
Small action is still action... something is better than nothing... and heck, if somebody else is going to start doing stuff, than so will I!
Your call to action: Contribute an article!
About Us
About us? Heck, enough about us, how about YOU!
So, although the title of this page is titled "About Us", a better name for it would be "About You".
We're assuming, that if you're looking at this page, you're living here in the North Peace Region area... or if you're not, you're either planning on passing through, or are possibly considering living here in the near future.
With that in mind, we can assure you that we actually have a lot in common... and if you don't mind, we'd like to take a moment to talk about some of the things that might be of interest to you.
First of all, whether you're living in the Peace Region or just passing through, we think that while you're here, you should enjoy it! If you knew about all the exciting things that are happening in town, you're probably going to love it here, if you don't already do.
Second, we wanted to let you know, there are amazing people here doing amazing things and we want you to meet them. Also, if you're particularly passionate about something (say a particular activity, for of art, or hobby), we want to connect you with all the people who are also interested in what you do!
So who is Northern Groove?
Well, think of it as a collection of contributors in this community that are loosly organized under the heading of "Northern Groove". We are ideally people from all different backgrounds, ages, and interests, who all want to help spread the word about the things we're involved in and invite others to get connected.
We are not a big government funded entity in any way... We don't have an office, or a receptionist, or even any full-time staff. The people involved are people like you, who care or the community. The information provided by "Northern Groove", doesn't come from "Northern Groove", it comes from the people of the community. It comes from people like you.
The small team of part-time "staff" for Northern Groove is small and mostly invisible. We fix things that aren't working, work on making or services better and more effective, meet with people who want to support us, and deal with the huge pile of necessary paperwork needed for running any kind of organization. We operate as a business, so we can adapt quickly and keep up with a changing society. We are funded by the local businesses and organizations of this region and help them in return through advertising and promotional services.
Most of our support comes from the people like you, businesses like where you work, and organizations that you're involved in who all benefit from having a great community like ours to enjoy and spend time in.
I like it! How do I get involved!
Awesome! Getting involved is easy. We're always wanting more people to contribute from all parts of the community.
A Nicht Wi Burns
It is time again for the annual Fort St. John, Masons/Knights of Columbus Robbie Burns Dinner and Dance. The event will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion on Saturday, January 28th at 5:30 PM. There will be a supper, entertainment and a dance.
Tickets are only $50 and are available at from Dan Davies, Patch Java, The Legion and from Scott Wisdahl at MNP.
This was a sell out event last year and it is expected to be again - tickets are limited and selling quick. Don't delay, get your tickets today!
Contact: (250) 785-3917
New Year's Eve's Eve Party at Maxx Friday
Serious Sound is back and it's more serious than ever. Again they're bringing you the live debut of two brand new artists!
On Friday, December 30th from 8pm to 1am, Serious Sound is proud to bring you THE SICKEST Eve-of-New Year's Eve Party around! This time they're back with double the bass and extra lighting! Double the bass = double the fun!! Pretty sure that's how it works! Come out, dance, have fun and start the new year off right - before it even starts!
Here at Serious Sound, we are serious about showcasing sexy up and coming talent, and we are happy to bring you the debut of Self+Med and Zero Even Matters!
Let's do this - New Year's Eve Eve Party at Maxx Friday, featuring:
ZERO EVEN MATTERS
SELF+MED - Heavy Dubstep
CALMPOUND - Future Dancehall
SERIOUS.SAM - Get sexy, Fidget house, Deep Dubstep
Maximum Fitness
$10 @ the door
Epic sounds and crazy lights from 8pm - 1am
Northern Groove January 2012
Welcome to 2012, the year the Mayans gave up on calendars, life, the universe, and everything. Well, not til December at least...which means we have 11 more issues of Northern Groove mag to go until, much like Y2K, nothing exciting happens and we sit around and wait for the next bit of nonsense about the end of everything to come around.
Kelowna Ballet Presents A Grand Passion
From the great ballet traditions of the 19th Century, through the sultry tango bars of Argentina, to the most impassioned and tragic love story of all time, Ballet Kelowna takes audiences on a passionate journey through ballet history. Argentinian composer Astor Piazzola’s exciting and vibrant music is the inspiration for Tangazzo (2005), an intoxicating look into the seductive dance of love and passion. Romeo and Juliet Appassionata (2010), set to Tchaikovsky’s soaring and powerful music, is a condensed version of the familiar tale of star-crossed young lovers and will surely move all who see it. To complete the program, we will offer a new ballet once again from one of Canada’s acclaimed choreographers, a work that is sure to captivate.
Ballet Kelowna will present A Grand Passion on Tuesday, February 28th, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available from the box office, by phone at (250) 785-1992 and online.
Adults $37, Seniors $27, Students and Children $17.
The Backyardigans - Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens
The adventure continues! Koba Entertainment’s smash hit Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens is an out-of-this-world theatrical production that will lead families on a heroic quest through the whimsical escapades of The Backyardigans live at the North Peace Cultural Centre.
The Backyardigans gang – Pablo the penguin, Tyrone the moose, Uniqua the purplespotted creature, Tasha the hippo, and Austin the kangaroo – are five high-spirited preschool friends whose zany imaginations are whisking them on yet another epic adventure!
Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens takes the audience on a non-stop musical expedition as The Backyardigans become Daring Detectives, Cookie Security Guards and Space Ace Reporters who travel in hot pursuit of a mysterious space ship and its missing passengers – the cookie-crumbing Aliens! Tag along with the gang and their extraordinary host as they travel to shivering Frozen Toes Mountain, the blistering Hot Footsy Desert, and the volcanic Lost Pirate Island – singing and dancing the whole way!
The Backyardigans’ Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens is a finger-snapping, toetapping, mind-boggling adventure that will have the whole family dancing on the edge of their seats.
The theatrical production is based on the top rated preschool television program The Backyardigans, airing on Treehouse TV in Canada and Nick Jr. in the US.
Come see the Backyardigans Thursday, January 19th at 3:30 pm or 6:30 pm at the North Peace Cultural Centre. Tickets are available from the box office, by phone at (250) 785-1992 and online. All seats $26.50.
Laugh Your Ice Off with Kerry Unger
Laugh Your Ice Off! Featuring Kerry Unger (As seen on Comedy Now!)
Kerry has appeared at several comedy festivals including the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal as part of the prestigious “New Faces of Comedy” Showcase. He was the only Canadian out of 27 performers, and was a hit, generating significant interest from several major networks and agencies. Kerry has made many appearances on national television. For two seasons he was the head writer and a cast member of Gutterball Alley on the Comedy Network. He recently taped his own “Comedy Now!” special on CTV. “Aha! But what about radio?” you say. Well there’s the 2 tapings of CBC’s “Madly Off In All Directions”, and he’s also a regular on the XM Satellite Radio’s comedy channel. He was also the subject of a feature article in Reader’s Digest, the most widely read magazine in the world!
Doors Open @ 7:00pm
Show Starts @ 8:00pm
Tickets: Advance $20, Reservation $25, Door $30
Available @ The Lido, Systems by Trail, and the City of Fort St John Visitor Centre
Contact: Lido Theatre
(250) 785-3011
www.thelido.ca
African Guitar Summit
Your launch to Black History Month!
History was made in 2004 when the super group African Guitar Summit assembled at the CBC studios to record what has been widely hailed as the greatest recording ever to come out of the fertile African music scene in Canada. Following their Juno win for World Music Album of the Year in 2005, the group has performed to sell-out audiences throughout Canada, and at memorable events such as Bob Geldof’s Live 8 (shown on 182 television networks and 2,000 radio networks). The CD also charted in the top 10 most downloaded albums for a period on iTunes’ Today’s Top Album chart, and in the top 20 of the World Music Charts Europe.
The star-studded collective unites the talents of 9 musicians, each an expert in their individual style. The African Summit features: From Guinea, the smooth fire of Juno Award winner Alpha YaYa Diallo, with his countryman Naby Camara on balafon from Ghana, the elder master of the guitar, Pa Joe, with “golden voice” Theo Boakye, and the heartbeat of drummer Kofi Ackah; from Kenya, the Fiesta guitar of Professor Adam Solomon; from Burundi/Rwanda, the bluesy Mighty Popo; and from Madagascar the quicksilver guitars and harmonies of Donne Roberts and multiple Juno Award winner Madagascar Slim.
Their debut CD “African Guitar Summit” was honoured with a Juno as World Music Album of the Year at the 2005 Juno Awards in April. Their second album, "African Guitar Summit II", garnered a 2007 Juno award nomination in the same category.
Considered the finest Canadian guitarists of African origin, the African Guitar Summit brings a veritable honey pot of picking and riffing that's as authentic as any ancestral drum rhythm. See them live on stage at the Cultural Centre. Experience this superb and truly incredible performance…and take note: while you take in the rich, harmonized vocals, the movement, the rollicking guitar lines and unmistakable African flavor, you’ll need to look around at your surroundings to remind yourself you’re in Fort St John and not in the artists’ African home. It will be easy to forget!
The show starts at 7:30 and the tickets are $40.00 Adult, $35.00 Seniors/Youth, $25 12 and under. Tickets are available at the box office, by phone at (250) 785-1992 or online.
FSJ Film Society Presents "Sarah's Key"
Julia Jarmond, an American journalist married to a Frenchman, is commissioned to write an article about the notorious Vel d'Hiv round up, which took place in Paris, in 1942. She stumbles upon a family secret which will link her forever to the destiny of a young Jewish girl, Sarah.
Story written by Tatiana De Rosnay - The beloved best selling novel. Come and uncover the mystery. A film by Gilles Paquete-Brenner.
Cost: $12.00 for Monday, January 9 at 7:00pm at the Aurora Cinema Centre
Contact: Fort St. John Film Society
Big Thanks To:
Thanks to the North Peace Savings and Credit Union for their generous support of our local community!
Spotlight 2011
Spotlight 2011 is a showcase of our communities most celebrated artists and performers. It is a not-to-be-missed event to recognize and appreciate our towns talents.
Come see for yourself! Saturday, October 8th, 2011 @ 7pm at the North Peace Cultural Centre.
RESERVE YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE!
250-785-1992