Northern Groove

It’s the end of November which means that the men of Fort St. John have had a month to grow and sculpt the perfect, or maybe not so perfect ‘stache. So it’s time to show yo mo’!

Marc Joseph - a firm supporter of the lip sweater - has set up a spot for the Northern Groove photobooth in-store so that the mustachioed men of FSJ can come in and get a FREE mo’ photo. And ladies don’t worry, there’s no shame in fakin’ it - show your Movember support with a Mustache Ride t-shirt from Marc Joseph, wear a pretend mo’, or show some love to a man with a mo’.

The camera is ready at Marc Joseph and we would love to see you drop by on the last days of Movember to get a photo taken in all of your mustache glory. The photos will be put up on Facebook so you can tag yourself with pride. And it costs no mo’nies!

Tell your friends to come down and get that mustache on camera! Everyone is welcome!

The most talked about event of the Christmas season ... featuring the largest Carol-Sing EVER in Fort St. John ...

Imagine - A Community Christmas
December 4th, two showings, 5pm and 7pm.
Pomeroy Ballroom.

The evening will feature performances by a 130-voice Community Choir (one of the largest choirs Fort St. John has ever seen), and display various artistic elements like drama, ballet, highland dance, live performance painting, all centered around the story of the Nativity.

It's going to be a Christmas event like you have NEVER SEEN in Fort St. John! Imagine being in a room with 800 other people, singing Silent Night acappella - it’s a pretty amazing experience!

To cap it all off, we are also featuring the work of our local Salvation Army, and giving you an opportunity to contribute to the needs of the poor and marginalized of our city.

There are certain things that just make Christmas what it is, and Imagine is one of them, don’t miss it!

The Derrick Dance Club will be hosting a New Years Eve Supper & Dance on Saturday, Dec. 31st in the Senior Citizens Hall at 10908-100th St.

Cocktails at 6pm, supper at 7pm, and dance from 8:30pm to 1:30am with music by Silver Eagle.

Tickets for members - $35.00 and non-members - $40.00

Everyone 19 and over welcome!

For tickets or information call Lucy @ 785-2867, or Judy @ 787-0460

Well, we did it, only 5 days left of Movember here in Fort St. John.

Here's an update on how well things are going, there are 164 people in Fort St. John participating with $19,186 raised so far. In Dawson Creek, they have 28 people participating with $1366 raised. Good Job everyone! If you haven’t had an opportunity to donate yet.. don’t fret.. there are still tons of great events still going on…

Today is Movember Day at the TD Bank - stop in and see any of the tellers to make a donation.

Tuesday is the last days of the Poker Tourney at Remedies Lounge – Stop in at 7pm and deal yourself in.

You can still have 10% of your order donated to Movember at Patch Java and Patch Java II – just let the cash person know your involved and they will mark down your order.

Neil Evans, Fort St. John’s top fundraiser last year will have a donation booth set up at PriceSmart Foods on the following days: November 26, 27 from 10am – 6pm

Or head over to Marc Joseph where every purchase gets $1 donated to Movember and ask the staff about the special Arson t’s they have...they are $24.99 each and $7.00 from each shirt goes to MOVEMBER!

Looney Tunes night club is hosting a special Movember Saturday on Movember 26 where there will be prizes for best costume and best moustache so head over there for a rockin’ night out!

Then on Wednesday, Movember 30 – it all comes to an end at the Show’Em Party at the Lido Theatre – Starting at 7pm, there will be live entertainment, prizes, pictures and more to celebrate the past mo’velous 30 days of Movember.

I hope to see you out at some of these great events and thank you to everyone for doing your part this year.. you continue to blow me away…

On Sunday, December 11th from 9am to 5pm at the Pomeroy Ballroom visit the Health, Wellness and Psychic Fair. Come to indulge, explore, and enjoy! Open to all.

Booths will include: Tarot, Angel & Medicine Card Readers, Face and Aura Readers, Numerologists, Reiki and Energy healers, plus crystals, books, cards, jewelry and more!

This fundraiser for the Women's Resource Centre is only $5 admission fee (includes entry for door prizes). For more information contact Barb at 793-7106.

More exciting live music is happening at JD Fitzgerald's this week! On Friday, November 25th and Saturday, November 26th cozy up in the JD Fitz pub for some warm drinks and cool music.

The man himself, Johnny Stone is gonna be live onstage this weekend. He has been called a "rock 'n roll angel" and just in time for the holidays, this angel of rock is going to amaze with his musical talents and entertaining presence. Johnny and his guitar will get the crowd kicking and hollering for more.

(Rock) angels we have heard on high - at JD Fitzgerald's this weekend (25th/26th) starting at 8pm.

The 100 Mile Gift Shop is opening at the Fort St. John Farmer's Market in December. On December 3rd, 10th, and 17th from 9am to 2pm, the North Peace Arena will be filled to the brim with unique, handcrafted gifts by local artists and artisans. 

There will be a Santa Social for kids on all three days where you can bring your kids to put their names down on Santa's list and hang out with St. Nick himself. Get a candy cane and photos with Santa are available by request.

You can also enter to win great prizes such as a $100 Farmer's Market Buck on Dec 3rd, $200 Farmer's Market Bucks on Dec 10th, and for the grand prize, $300 cash prize on Dec 17th! There will also be a silent auction running from Dec 3rd to 10th at 2pm where all proceeds will go to the FSJ Hospital Foundation.

Visit the Farmer's Market on Saturday, December 3rd, 10th, and 17th and be a part of the totally unique, totally handcrafted, and totally Christmasy 100 Mile Gift Shop!

Egan's has another great night of music gearing up and they're not even waiting for the weekend! This Thursday, November 23rd at 8pm, the man himself, Mat Savard is back in town and tearing up the stage at Egan's.

Mat Savard is one of the most passionate and positive young musicians that Fort St. John has been privvy to. He grew up in Fort St. John and has been an integral part of the booming music scene here since his early days in different bands to his soulful solos at Open Mics. He has a new album, Relax, Kick Back, and Love and has been promoting his music in other provinces.

It has been said that Mat is one of those musicians who makes everyone in the room feel welcome and his music carries you away. Egan's Pub is excited to welcome him back for an amazing live show on Thursday the 23rd and the show kicks off at 8!

Hope to see you there!

Come visit the Aboriginal Business Centre at 10071 100 Ave from 10 - 5pm on Saturday, November 19th. There are many special & unique Christmas gift ideas such as paintings, watercolours, art prints, moccasins, beadwork, accessories and much more!

Contact: 250-785-1870 for more info!

The Care Home Ladies Auxilliary Craft Sale is a fundraiser being put on Friday, November 26th from 1 - 4pm. They have a craft and bake table but also are selling tables to people interested in selling their craftwork. The baking is fantastic and there is also a tea!

Come check out the Craft Sale on 26th Nov from 1-4pm at the Peace Luthern Church basement (9812-108 Ave). To rent a craft table, call Kathy at (250) 785-4937