On today’s show:

• Today may been Milk Chocolate Day, but it was likely to turn into melted chocolate day.
• The UNB Art Centre continues it’s Design Works Wednesdays with Wizard Wands! Join them at 10am (or any time afterward) on Facebook to make a little magic and construct your own wand.
• chillteens will be playing with Denmother at The Cap Patio on Wednesday night at 7pm.
• The NotaBle Acts Theatre Festival continues this week with two more performances of the Taking It To The Streets series (July 29 & 31, 7pm each night in Barracks Square), Space Girl (online on August 1 at 7:30pm), and One Act Plays (Out of Water/The Kelpie on July 30, 7:30pm and Wrack and Ruin/Everything Is Here on August 1 at 2pm, both at the Open Space Theatre).
• And this week’s Delta Drive-in is The Wedding Singer July 30 & July 31 at 7:30pm.
• This past weekend was supposed to be MAD-Con, the Modern Audio Drama Convention, but since that has been postponed to next year, I thought it would be great to revisit my conversation from 2014 with the heart of the convention, Jack Ward about World Audio Drama Day.
• And let’s hear more about art! I spoke to Mike Campbell in 2015 about his superhero comedy comic strip, SuperPub.

News updates:

• Public Health officials reported no new cases of COVID-19 yesterday afternoon.
• New Brunswick Day is undoubtedly going to look a little different this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the show will go on.
• A Saint John veterinarian is warning residents to keep their pets away from the Saint John River system.
• The Oromocto RCMP is asking for the public’s help after a structure fire in Maugerville on June 30.
• The New Brunswick RCMP Major Crimes Unit has released the name of a homicide victim who was killed in Waasis near Oromocto last week.
• Carleton Street in downtown Fredericton might trade in its metered parking system for a pay-by-plate parking station.
• And a new report from Statistics Canada shows the COVID-19 pandemic has harmed young people in the workforce.

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On today’s show:

• It’s warm and muggy outside, which I suppose makes it perfect for Take Your Houseplant For A Walk Day, but for some might also prompt Scotch Whiskey Day.
• Roll a natural 20 today, though, for Gary Gygax Day. One of the founders of Dungeons & Dragons, which has brought us the entire range of roleplaying games enjoyed by millions around the world.
• Nasty Shadows Theatre Co and Herbert The Cow Productions have announced their upcoming production, The Fifth Wall (a Social Distancing Project). It will run August 13 through 16 in the parking lot at Vanier Hall at STU. Space is limited, to consider getting your (by donation) tickets today.
• Satori will be playing on the stage at Dolan’s Pub on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 10pm.
• NotaBle Acts is set to provide you with a brand new live theatre season!
  • Taking It To The Streets – Five 10-minute players – July 23, 25, 29, 31 – 7pm – Barracks Square
  • Space Girl – Featured Play – July 24, 26, August 1 – 7:30pm – online
  • Bluebirds – Featured Reading – July 26 – 2pm – online
  • One Act Plays 1 – Myrtle // Samantics // Every Apple in the Orchard – July 26 – 2pm – Open Space Theatre
  • One Act Plays 2 – Out of Water // The Kelpie – July 30 – 7:30pm – Open Space Theatre
  • One Act Plays 3 – Wrack and Ruin // Everything Is Here – August 1 – 2pm – Open Space Theatre
• The Delta Drive-in continues this week with The Wedding Singer on July 30 and July 31.
• Since this month is Plastic Free July, I thought it appropriate to revisit the art and awareness project called #plasticFreeUNB. I spoke to Lori Quick and Marie Maltais of the UNB Art Centre back in April of 2019 about their exhibits, advice and goals.
• And also in 2019, I spoke with Anna Torme and David Zsako about their combined efforts on a project called Beasts and Gardens.

News updates:

• New Brunswick reported no new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend.
• Applications for this year’s antlerless deer hunt draw open today until August 21.
• As we get closer to the new academic year, universities across the province are preparing to welcome some students back to campus.
• The search for 31-year-old Tobias Doucette is over after Nova Scotia RCMP took him into custody yesterday morning.
• The New Brunswick RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating the death of a 29-year-old Wassis man as a homicide.
• A hockey player from the University of New Brunswick might make his debut in the National Hockey League during the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
• And Canada’s health minister Patty Hajdu says a national COVID-19 app will be out soon.

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On today’s show:

• Time to contact your relatives (at a distance): it’s Cousins Day today and Parents’ Day as well as Aunt and Uncle Day on Sunday!
• Lots of music this weekend:
  • Halifax Pier will be playing on the stage at Dolan’s Pub on tonight and Saturday at 10pm.
  • Pallmer will be at The Tipsy Muse Café on Friday night at 7pm.
  • Maniac Mansion will be streaming shows by Mangler (Friday) and Which Witch Is Which (Saturday) at 9:30pm each night.
  • This Sunday, we get another Bluegrass Brunch at the Cap with The Montgomery Street Band, with treats provided by The Tipsy Muse Café, starting at 11am.
  • Living Roots has announced a shorter-but-intense August Series on August 13, 14, 15 and 16.
    • August 13: Shaun Ferguson // Pallmer – 7pm-9pm – The Cap
    • August 14: Ewan Dobson // Not Now Madame – 7pm-9pm – The Tipsy Muse Café
    • August 14: JC & Crooked Teeth // Rick Sparkes & The Enablers – 8pm-10pm – Grimross Brewing Company
    • August 15: Wicked Vices // Colourful Language // Atlas – 3pm-6pm – The Cap
    • August 15: The Walking Contradictions – 8pm-10pm – Grimross Brewing
    • August 16: Roots & Soul Showcase – 11am-3pm – The Cap
• East Coast Amusements will be opening again for a second weekend starting on August 23. So, ride the rides!
• NotaBle Acts is set to provide you with a brand new live theatre season!
  • Taking It To The Streets – Five 10-minute players – July 23, 25, 29, 31 – 7pm – Barracks Square
  • Space Girl – Featured Play – July 24, 26, August 1 – 7:30pm – online
  • Bluebirds – Featured Reading – July 26 – 2pm – online
  • One Act Plays 1 – Myrtle // Samantics // Every Apple in the Orchard – July 26 – 2pm – Open Space Theatre
  • One Act Plays 2 – Out of Water // The Kelpie – July 30 – 7:30pm – Open Space Theatre
  • One Act Plays 3 – Wrack and Ruin // Everything Is Here – August 1 – 2pm – Open Space Theatre
• I’ve had the privilege of talking to a lot of people who are smart and educated and talented, so I reached back to 2018 to bring you my interviews with Sylvia D. Hamilton (filmmaker, writer and artist) and Hannah, Robbie and Kat of (Next Folding Theatre Company) before they staged their own original creation, Songs of the Seer.
• And I had a little thought to share today: “Think Before Gathering“

News update:

• There were no new cases of COVID-19 reported in New Brunswick yesterday afternoon.
• As the New Brunswick government helps subsidize laptops for high school students, the way children travel to school may change this fall.
• A new survey from Narrative Research shows one-third of New Brunswickers are skeptical about receiving a COVID-19 vaccine when it’s available.
• The search for 20-year-old Tyler Gamblin is over after Woodstock RCMP brought him into custody yesterday afternoon.
• A Moncton man is facing 22 charges after he was arrested for an assault complaint on July 16.
• Several homeless people were forced to leave a COVID-19 test site in downtown Fredericton yesterday afternoon.
• And an original Rosie The Riveter is doing her part once again to serve the United States.

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On today’s show:

• It’s a summery day, so here’s menu: Hot Dogs, Mango, Crême Brulée, and Penuche Fudge, and relax on the Hammock later…
• Lots of music this week:
  • Peter Hanson and Andrew Kenney will be playing at Charlotte Street Arts Centre on Thursday night at 7:30pm.
  • Halifax Pier will be playing on the stage at Dolan’s Pub on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week at 10pm.
  • Pallmer will be at The Tipsy Muse Café on Friday night at 7pm.
  • Maniac Mansion will be streaming shows by Mangler (Friday) and Which Witch Is Which (Saturday) at 9:30pm each night.
  • This Sunday, we get another Bluegrass Brunch at the Cap with The Montgomery Street Band, with treats provided by The Tipsy Muse Café, starting at 11am.
  • Living Roots has announced a shorter-but-intense August Series on August 13, 14, 15 and 16.
    • August 13: Shaun Ferguson // Pallmer – 7pm-9pm – The Cap
    • August 14: Ewan Dobson // Not Now Madame – 7pm-9pm – The Tipsy Muse Café
    • August 14: JC & Crooked Teeth // Rick Sparkes & The Enablers – 8pm-10pm – Grimross Brewing Company
    • August 15: Wicked Vices // Colourful Language // Atlas – 3pm-6pm – The Cap
    • August 15: The Walking Contradictions – 8pm-10pm – Grimross Brewing
    • August 16: Roots & Soul Showcase – 11am-3pm – The Cap
• East Coast Amusements will be opening again for a second weekend starting on August 23. So, ride the rides!
• NotaBle Acts is set to provide you with a brand new live theatre season!
  • Taking It To The Streets – Five 10-minute players – July 23, 25, 29, 31 – 7pm – Barracks Square
  • Space Girl – Featured Play – July 24, 26, August 1 – 7:30pm – online
  • Bluebirds – Featured Reading – July 26 – 2pm – online
  • One Act Plays 1 – Myrtle // Samantics // Every Apple in the Orchard – July 26 – 2pm – Open Space Theatre
  • One Act Plays 2 – Out of Water // The Kelpie – July 30 – 7:30pm – Open Space Theatre
  • One Act Plays 3 – Wrack and Ruin // Everything Is Here – August 1 – 2pm – Open Space Theatre
• To celebrate the beginning of Notable Acts, I’m bringing back my chat with Len Falkenstein from earlier this month. I also went back in the archives to find a local author interview with Keith Lyons in 2015, but it wasn’t me asking the questions, but Chris Waddell (former host of The Crazy Train and Music Director).

News update:

• • New Brunswick Public health reported no new cases of COVID-19 yesterday afternoon.
  • After a temporary outage across the Maritimes, cell phone and landline services have been restored.
  • New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs expects New Brunswick’s Atlantic bubble to expand into two Quebec communities.
  • Fredericton Police say a 45-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle early yesterday morning.
  • A home on Albert Street suffered minor exterior damage after a mishap involving a barbeque yesterday afternoon.
  • Researchers from the University of New Brunswick are working on a device to test for COVID-19 within minutes.
  • Front line police officers in Saint John will be equipped with body cameras by November of this year.
  • A Fredericton business owner is hoping to fill the void made by the recent closure of boom nightclub.
  • And American rapper Nicki Minaj announced on social media earlier this week she is pregnant for her first child. 

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On today’s show:

• Look up into the sky tonight, and imagine that people stood on that strange white orb. It’s Moon Day, which is not just misspelling Monday for your convenience. It’s also Space Exploration Day, so maybe it’s time to plan your trip to Mars.
• Today is also International Chess Day, so happy e2-e4 to you!
• I had the chance to sit down with Cat Candow this past Friday at the Fredericton Botanic Gardens and chat with her about her time in residence making beautiful flowers inspired by the things around her, out of recycled materials.
• And in 2019, I sat down with Natasha MacLellan to talk about TNB‘s production of 1979.

News update:

• Over the weekend, New Brunswick Public Health reported one new case of COVID-19.
• A new action plan is identifying ways to provide equitable access for all persons with a disability.
• The provincial government is doing its part to prevent the spread of rabies in the southwestern part of the province.
• The New Brunswick RCMP has arrested two people from the Metepenagiag First Nation following a drug seizure on Friday.
• The Saint John Police Force is working with the New Brunswick SPCA after an alleged incident of animal abuse.
• Construction crews will be working near Route 105 and Maple Street on Fredericton’s Northside from 9 am to 4 pm today and tomorrow.
• The City of Fredericton is reminding residents its water main flushing system is on now through until July 27.
• Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for central and eastern parts of the province for today and tomorrow.
• And this week is National Drowning Prevention Week, and the provincial government is reminding residents to stay safe.

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• Today is World Emoji Day and Tattoo Day, so you should probably be careful, or you’ll end up with a poop emoji permanently etched in skin…
• It’s also the birthday of Living Roots Festival guru Eddie Young, and he chose today to announce the return of the festival starting on August 13. See the poster for full details.
• It’s also the birth of Johnny James! Johnny’s been a host of a number of shows on CHSR, and we look forward to him returning this fall.
• The Pride NB Drag Extravaganza is scheduled for this evening at 8pm until 11pm.
  Join themn online for a free Drag Extravaganza which will showcase a fabulous cast of performers sharing both looks and lipsyncs. Our live host, correspondents, and judges will ensure there’s never a dull moment and at the end of the night, we’ll crown the first-ever Pride NB Mx. Lipsync and Mx. Look!Red Carpet Pre-Show @ 8 PM
  Main Stage @ 9 PM

  See the Facebook event for more details.

• Don’t forget that it’s Christmas in July! Visit the Delta Drive-In this week to see “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” on July 17 and July 18).
• Shameless are set to take the stage at Dolan’s Pub on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night.
• On Friday afternoon, take in great food outdoors with Fredericton Al Fresco and catch Peter Hicks (of Sleepy Driver)!
• Tortoise, The Hare & The Millionaire had to miss the last time they were up to play, but they are back this Friday at 7pm at The Tipsy Muse Café for the Mellow Yellow Concert Series. See the Facebook event for more details.
• As you heard yesterday, Sleepy Driver is releasing its new album today, Sleepy Driver presents Northeastern Chorus. Also: Neighbourhood Watch is also releasing their self-titled album today, and there’s a streaming concert from Maniac Mansion tonight at 9pm! And tune in to the Mansion tomorrow for a Motherhood concert, too!.
• The Midway rides are back! East Coast Amusements has rented space at the New Brunswick Provincial Exhibition.  ECA is following all COVID-19 protocols and has been approved by the province. Without a source of income ECA could potentially go out of business leaving the NBEX without rides for future fairs and exhibitions. During this time it is important to support businesses within your province to help the economy. We suggest to all that only those who feel comfortable come and enjoy the rides. Hours are Friday July 17th 12pm – Close; Saturday July 18th 12pm – Close; Sunday July 19th 12pm – Close; July 23-26 Hours to be determined.
• No Masks – Enough is Enough protest
  On Sunday at 3pm, people are asked to go to Wilmot Park to March to the Legislative Assembly, calling for the end of masks. I urge you to go — and wear a mask, and protest against the foolhardiness that puts minimal personal comfort over maximal public safety and health.
  
  Why wear a seatbelt? Aren’t casts terribly inconvenient? Why have an emergency exit? We’ve been lucky, we’ve been diligent, we’ve taken precautions — and yet there are outbreaks, due to human error or bad luck. The virus isn’t even half-way done with the world yet. Have patience — or become the next patients. Be careful — or you become careless. Take a little discomfort to prevent discomfort, illness, permanent damage or even death. No one likes wearing masks, but by wearing them now, you won’t be wearing them forever.
  
  Wishing the virus away doesn’t work. Wearing masks, the very least you can do to save everyone else, helps. Not gathering in groups, being aware of your own symptoms, supporting the organizations and researchers and health professionals and leaders who are working to find a vaccine and find therapeutic treatments, that’s what you can do.
  
  But protesting about being uncomfortable supporting even the least you can do? You look childish and selfish. You look manipulated and unfeeling. You look vulnerable and ignorant.
  
  Hide all that — with a mask.
• Today, we enjoy my chat yesterday with members of the Fibre Arts Network (FAN) who have been in residence at Odell Park this past two weeks. Jackie has been working on embroidery (see her Instagram page); Caroline is a (rug) hooker (see her Instagram page); Karen is a weaver (see her Facebook page); and Renata is working on textile design (see her website). Another member, Darcy, is working on quilting, but we weren’t able to connect with her in time (see her Etsy page).
• We also include a couple of songs: Don’t Get Me Started from Sleepy Driver’s new album; and the song Heroes by Wicked Vices.

News update:

• New Brunswick Public Health reported no new cases of COVID-19 yesterday afternoon.
• A program offered by the province that aims to support and mentor women in apprenticeable trades has been extended.
• One of the largest employers in McAdam is halting production at its gypsum wallboard plant by next month.
• A judge in Saint John sentenced a Newfoundland man to three years in prison on Wednesday following child pornography charges.
• Codiac RCMP is still on the lookout for a missing teenager from Moncton.
• Thanks to a large research grant, staff from the University of New Brunswick will pursue 13 projects related to COVID-19.
• Hockey New Brunswick chair Louis Gaudet says if all things go well, young players could be back on the ice by October.
• And northside residents can go for their much-needed Tim’s run without significant delays.

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On today’s show:

• It’s Fresh Spinach Day, so… spindip for the win? It’s also Corn Fritters Day, so you now have a combo to enjoy!
• Today is also World Snake Day and Guinea Pig Appreciation Day… but I don’t recommend mixing them together..
• On Thursday night at 6pm, attend an Open Panel and Discussion on Trans At Work with Indigo Komiwonuhke Poirier and Corey Hunter. See the Facebook event for more details.
• Don’t forget that it’s Christmas in July! Visit the Delta Drive-In this week to see “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” on July 17 and July 18).
• Shameless are set to take the stage at Dolan’s Pub on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night.
• On Friday afternoon, take in great food outdoors with Fredericton Al Fresco and catch Peter Hicks (of Sleepy Driver)!
• Tortoise, The Hare & The Millionaire had to miss the last time they were up to play, but they are back this Friday at 7pm at The Tipsy Muse Café for the Mellow Yellow Concert Series. See the Facebook event for more details.
• Today’s chat is with Peter Hicks of Sleepy Driver. They are releasing a brand-new album of collaborations with several of their friends on July 17 called Sleepy Driver presents Northeastern Chorus. I talked to Peter about creation and releasing music in the time of pandemic, and the group of people that came together to make this release. You can find Peter on the stage at Fredericton Al Fresco on Friday, too! To give you a taste of the album, I’ve included four songs from it: Where To Start and Come Around Lover written by Peter, as well as Every Single Day and Long Way Around written by Juanita Bourque, who sings on many of the songs.
• And Lainie B from Monday night’s B Street presents another episode of Positive Songs For Pandemics. This week, she brings in a track by Tim Baker to give us all a little boost.

News update:

• New Brunswick Public Health reported one new case of COVID-19 yesterday afternoon.
• New Brunswick MLA’s might be strapped when it comes to requesting more money for their ridings from the province.
• Since the Atlantic travel bubble began, residents are getting cozy with neighbouring provinces, and Premier Blaine Higgs wants to add one more to the bunch.
• A Canada-wide arrest has been issued for a man from Saint John after being charged with second-degree murder.
• Further charges have been laid in connection with the homicide of 29-year-old Justin Finnemore in may of this year.
• A new poll from Ipsos Reid found 79 per cent of Canadians support municipalities making face masks mandatory in public spaces.
• Fuel prices are up again this week after The Energy and Utilities Board reset at midnight last night.
• And Fredericton may look different this fall, with many university students staying home to complete courses.

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On today’s show:

• My sincere apologies. With my world in flux (like most), I’ve lost track of my typical research patterns for events, and completely spaced on this week being Pride Week. I’ve added this week’s events to the calendar, and wish all the best love and support to LGBTQII2+ folks!
• It’s Tapioca Pudding Day. Life doesn’t always need to be complicated.
• Speaking of Pride Week, tonight at 7pm you can join the Queer Heritage Initiative of New Brunswick for an evening of education with Karen Pearlston and Veronica Moonstream WolfEagle. Connect on Zoom or watch on Facebook live!
• Don’t forget that tonight and Thursday night are two nights of Comedy at The Cap with Jimmy MacKinley and guests. Tonight’s show is already sold out, but you might get lucky for the second show they added on Thursday.
• On Thursday night at 6pm, attend an Open Panel and Discussion on Trans At Work with Indigo Komiwonuhke Poirier and Corey Hunter. See the Facebook event for more details.
• Don’t forget that it’s Christmas in July! Visit the Delta Drive-In this week to see “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” on July 17 and July 18).
• Shameless are set to take the stage at Dolan’s Pub on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night.
• On Friday afternoon, take in great food outdoors with Fredericton Al Fresco and catch Peter Hicks (of Sleepy Driver)! Tune in on Thursday’s show for a chat with Peter about the new collaborative album, Northeastern Chorus!
• Tortoise, The Hare & The Millionaire had to miss the last time they were up to play, but they are back this Friday at 7pm at The Tipsy Muse Café for the Mellow Yellow Concert Series. See the Facebook event for more details.
• Even more music on the show today, as we revisit an interview from 2016 with David in the Dark‘s Kevin Belyea, and hear a couple of tracks from 2016’s Fire.
• And let’s look at Fredericton from the lens of old cameras! I spoke to Josh Green of the Provincial Archives of New Brunswick in 2018 about a series of photographs he was exhibiting.

News update:

• After a four day streak, New Brunswick Public Health reported one new case of COVID-19 yesterday afternoon.
• A bill that would teach Indigenous languages in New Brunswick schools received full support in the legislature.
• The province’s public safety department says there has been a significant improvement in wait times at the border.
• Neguac RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing girl from Bartibog Bridge near Miramichi.
• Caraquet RCMP is asking for the public’s help with an investigation after finding a stolen vehicle in a stream in Anse-Bleue.
• A Moncton-based amusement park company has the green light from the province to operate fairs this summer despite COVID-19.
• Mount Allison University students who live outside of the Atlantic bubble will have to move to Sackville earlier than most years.
• And a new tourism initiative is encouraging New Brunswickers to plan a staycation this summer.

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On today’s show:

• Beware! They can lurk anywhere… It’s Shark Awareness Day. (Ok, let’s just admit it’s an excuse to binge stuff on Shark Week on TV…)
• Does it feel like the world is crazy? Well, it’s Pandemonium Day, so for at least one day, that’s fine. Just fine. Totally fine.
• Today is Mac & Cheese Day… Didn’t we just have that?
• It’s also Grand Marnier Day, so there will be many people who decide that “orange” is an acceptable breath flavour.
• Long Distance Telephoning began between Fredericton and Saint John on this day in 1888. They used to have to connect individual cities.
• Along with getting two chances to laugh this week (with the two nights of The Cap Comedy Night headlined by Jimmy MacKinley and featuring local comics, and the Delta Drive-In celebrating Christmas in July: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” on July 17 and July 18), you’ll also get more chances to hear live music, with Shameless at Dolan’s Pub (Thursday, Friday, Saturday night) and Tortoise, The Hare, and the Millionaire at The Tipsy Muse Café on Friday.
• Today, we revisit 2016 with interviews with Heather Rankin on the occasion of her release of A Fine Line, and Anna Mathis, a fabric artist who was in residence that year.

News update:

• Yesterday marked four days in a row since the last time New Brunswick Public Health reported a new case of COVID-19.
• The University of New Brunswick came under fire after a student at its Saint John campus was overcharged for tuition.
• The provincial government is making amendments to its essential worker wage top-ups, which will see more workers getting support.
• Sussex RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager.
• The death of a man from Saint John is now being deemed as a homicide, according to the New Brunswick RCMP Major Crimes Unit.
• A public art installation to celebrate the Saint John/Wolastoq river will grace the roundabout at Victoria Circle next summer.
• After a council meeting last night, the City of Fredericton is considering the removal of a dam at Campbell Creek in Marysville.
• And in entertainment news, police in Southern California have recovered the body of 33-year-old actress Naya Rivera.

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The LOn today’s show:

• Can it be a coincidence that today is both French Fries Day and Beef Tallow Day? I’m suspicious.. and hungry.
• It’s International Rock Day, and while I could have looked up whether it’s about rolling rocks gathering no moss, or rock ‘n’ roll, I still feel like it is still appropriate either way.
• We could all use a good laugh, so remember that while the first night of the The Cap Comedy Night is sold out, a second night on Thursday still has tickets! Headlined by Jimmy MacKinley, hosted by Matt Richardson. With Paul Lewis, Anthony Bryan, and Maggie Estey. Tickets: https://bit.ly/CapComedy2
• The Delta Drive-In this week is celebrating Christmas in July: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” on July 17 and July 18. I wonder if they will have turkey and eggnog at the restaurant?
• This week, we look back at the 2016 TNB production of Marion Bridge with Thomas Morgan Jones, and a 2015 interview about a still-current issue of Fossil Free UNB. I also bust out a little meloncholy Del Bel, not entirely not because it mentions cold weather…

News update:

• Yesterday marked three days in a row since New Brunswick Public Health reported a new case of COVID-19.
• With more travellers entering New Brunswick each day, the province wants to help drivers by speeding things up at the border.
• As all Service New Brunswick offices reopen this morning, customers are being warned they may experience longer lines and wait times.
• Tracadie RCMP is warning residents about e-transfer scams on the Acadian Peninsula.
• An Oromocto man has been charged in connection with the death of 29-year-old Justin Finnemore back in May.
  • Fredericton artist Katrina Slade hopes her temporary public art installation near city hall will inspire kindness.
• David’s tea announced it will close 82 Canadian stores and all of its American stores.
• And biology experts believe COVID-19 might not transmit onto surfaces as easily we thought.

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