Northern Groove

One of the amazing things about Fort St. John, is that I'm always meeting new cool musicians who have recently moved into town!  I met Kyle Bischke 2 weeks ago.  As a bartender at Tony Roma's, he was asked to perform a few songs at the Pomeroy Christmas Party... After hearing him, and without a second thought, I thought it would be awesome if Kyle would be intereted in opening up for the upcoming Ari Neufeld Show.

So, here's the news:

Kyle's will be performing one of his original tunes, never before heard, tomorrow night - Jan 24th - at The Breakfast Room!  He'll be playing a handful of cool covers, and setting the mood for the evenign!  Come support Kyle and checkout the amazing music of Okanagan musician, Ari Neufeld.

Tickets in advance are $15 (available online below), or $20 at the door.

The show is available to all ages, and there will be a bar available for 19+.  Food will be available and served through Tony Romas resturaunt.

Head to the 15th Annual Fort St. John Bridal Fair at the Pomeroy Hotel, Saturday, January 21 from 1pm - 6pm.

The Fashion show starts at 4:30 with dresses and suits provided by Jessica's Bridal in Dawson Creek. Coat check available on site, special bags for the brides. Tickets are $25 at the door, $20 in advance at Systems Sound Source! There will be great prizes, networking, ideas, services, dresses - it's the perfect girl's day out!

There will be room for 46 exhibitors, and if you're interested in being involved, there's still room for a few more. For more details, call Jocelyn at 250-793-0272

Life is all about new and different experiences and this weekend definitely has all that and more at the Health, Wellness and Psychic Fair. It's a fun and unique fundraiser for the Women's Resource Centre who are raising money to support their Drop-in Centre - a unique program that provides essential supports to over 250 women each month.

The Health, Wellness and Psychic Fair starts at 9am on Sunday, December 11th at the Pomeroy Hotel Ballroom and you are free to drop in anytime from 9 'til 5pm! It only costs $5 to get in and you get entered to win excellent door prizes!

Talk to holistic practitioners, get your aura read, or connect with an energy healer. There will be lots of great vendors to check out - crystals, books, cards, and jewelry means you can get some Christmas shopping done! - as well as wellness activities like yoga to take part in. Author Marilyn Dometraschuk will also be there with her new book "Waves of Blue Light".

If you've ever been interested in card-reading or numerology or you're a yogi-to-the-core or you just want to get out, experience something new, and support the Women's Resource Centre, the Health, Wellness and Psychic Fair has something for everyone!

Treat yourself this weekend by indulging, exploring, and enjoying a great day out! For more information contact Barb at 793-7106.

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!

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.

September 18th, 2011

Hundreds flocked to the Pomeroy Hotel and Convention Centre to witness the first ever NENAS Gala in celebration of local Aboriginals who have achieved education milestones and positive advancements in life! The crowd walked the RED CARPET and engaged in community unity and laughter with Don Burnstick!

The twenty award categories and winners are:

Kindness Award - Jessie Attachie
Healthy Lifestyle Award - Patricia Brown
Role Model Award - Charlene Bigfoot
Traditional Business Award - Early Ray Stone
Culture/Tradition Award - Jack Askoty
Woman In Trades Award - Anne Bowe
Personal Growth Award - Kirk Tzakoza
Innovation Award - Garry Oker
Youth in Trades Award- Judd Rhodes
Positive Change Award - Sky HunterMotivation - Eddie Brown
Academic Achievement - Individual Award - Monty Yahey
Academic Achievement - Single Parent Award - Penny St. Pierre
Academic Achievement - Family Award- Star & Robin Acho
Academic Achievement - Youth Award - Brittany Brinkworth
Apprentice Award - Cory Wood
Community Engagement Award - Monica Kind
Entrepreneur of the Year Award - Penny Berg
Special Elder Award - Hosted by Progress Energ - Maisie Metecheah
Aboriginal of the Year Award Hosted by Pomeroy Hotel - Kathy Dickie

More event details and photos to follow.

On Saturday, November 5th the Move Dance Centre Society would like to invite you to our 13th Annual “Ladies Day Out” Fundraiser at the Pomeroy Hotel. Running from 10am - 4pm, the Move Dance Centre Society is hosting this fundraising event for local children who love to dance. The funds that are raised are used to assist with workshops, costumes and competition fees.

Don't miss this unique one-stop shopping experience. With over 40 vendors - there will be something for everyone. It's a great time to get all of your Christmas shopping done too! There will be door prizes and a 50/50 raffle and vendors prizes. Admission is $3 / adult with 12 and under, 65 and over and gentlemen all free.

Join us for a great shopping experience, while supporting our local and home based businesses!

The Move Dance Centre Society is a non-profit society, supporting local dancers in their training & competitive endeavors. We are also a proud member of the Fort St. John Community Arts Council.

For more information or to book a table please call Trina at 250-785-5925 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Visions of Change is having a gala dinner and auction on February 19th at the Pomeroy Hotel.

This event is Visions of Change's biggest fundraiser of the year. Come out and support this amazing cause. This opportunity will connect students from Fort St. John with educational opportunities in Ghana, West Africa. Visions of Change is dedicated to improving educational opportunities in rural West Africa. They are based right here in Fort St. John and their goal is to work with local high school students to build and support orphanges in Ghana.

In March and July of 2011 thirty four students from North Peace Secondary School will head to Ghana to work with children in existing orphanages. As well, the students will be assisting in the construction of a new facility in a different location.

Come support an amazing opportunity for local students.

For more info, donations and tickets, contact:

Derrick Laychuk at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone: 250-785-1076

The Pomeroy Hotel is the largest convention center in Fort St John. We are pleased to offer over 11,500 square feet of versatile meeting, conference and event space. We can host up to 600 guests and have all the modern conveniences and technology designed to make your BC event a complete success no matter what the occasion.

Divas Las Vegas is Coming to Fort St. John. Come see a show that mixes "Vegas" style entertainment with song and dance. All to support a great cause. September 10th and 11th, 2010 at the Ralph Pomeroy Ballroom in the Pomeroy Hotel.  Tickets are 45/person and can be purchased at Pomeroy Hotel. Doors open @ 7:30

ODDS ARE... YOU'll LOVE IT!!