By: Thomas Lepper Every Monday at 7:30pm in Tilley Hall, Room 102, The New Brunswick Filmmakers’ Co-operative, also called the NB Film Co-Op, airs a film. How did it start? In an interview with NB Film Co-Op’s Executive Director Tony Merzetti who runs the Monday Night Film Series. The Monday Night Film Series was started …
By: Crystal Keyamo Green Party leader David Coon has announced a comprehensive plan to introduce a Universal School Food Program in New Brunswick. This initiative, a key element of the Green Party's manifesto, aims to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students in the province, addressing the critical issue of food insecurity among children. …
Fredericton is buzzing with excitement as a new wellness trend takes root in the city: puppy yoga. Launched by local yoga instructor Shayna Hall, these classes offer a delightful mix of gentle exercise and the joy of cuddling with adorable puppies. Hall, a passionate yoga instructor, was inspired to create this unique experience after seeing …
The Fredericton Playhouse, a staple of the city's cultural landscape for nearly six decades, is approaching its final act as it prepares to close its doors to make way for a new, state-of-the-art cultural arts center. Discussed since 2013, Webb Management Services, a corporation that advises on the development and operation of cultural sites, provided …
The Plain Site Theatre Festival, now in its fifth year, continues to make waves as a platform for emerging queer playwrights, providing a unique space for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in the local theatre scene. Founded and curated by Alex Rioux, a Saint Thomas University alum, the festival is dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion, and visibility …
In the heart of the University of New Brunswick's Fredericton campus, the Student Union Building (SUB) stands as a testament to the spirit of students who dared to dream. In the early 1960s, when the idea of a new building was still in its infancy, UNB students were ignited by a shared aspiration. They envisioned …
‘Tis the season to dance and sing as jingle bells jingle and silver bells ring. With snow that falls like a blanket to the ground, you notice there’s nothing but smiles to be found. As warm fires flicker and chestnuts roast, a holiday cheer can be heard from coast to coast. “The Nutcracker!” kids yell …
As many Frederictonions already know, Tokyo Ramen is a not-so-hidden gem. I finally tried this staple on a sunny Saturday. I recently moved to a nearby apartment complex a few months ago, and have been meaning to pay a visit to Tokyo Ramen ever since. After procrastinating for almost the whole semester, I finally walked …
Unfortunately, many of Fredericton's Wolastoq stories go unheard due to lack of representation in the media industry. Luckily, the people of Fredericton had the opportunity to change that because on November 1st, 2023, Pisuwin, the first ever Wolastoq story ballet, graced the Fredericton Playhouse for all to see! Pisuwin is a ballet epic multidisciplinary piece …
The summer may be over, but it is always time to appreciate the flowerbeds and greenery on the UNB campus. The Brunswickan spoke to Brady Fredericks, who currently serves as a gardener on campus. While the total quantity of the beds is uncertain, Fredericks estimates that there may be around 120 of them spread across …
