The following is a listing of activity and service providers that are recommended by See Saint John and includes our regular advertisers.

ACTIVITIES

BAY FERRIES - Enjoy a three hour cruise across the magical Bay of Fundy to Nova Scotia on the Princess of Acadia. While onboard you'll enjoy spectacular views and maybe even see some whales, watch a movie, enjoy a meal, learn about our local culture, or just relax in one of their newly renovated lounges. Call: 1-888-249-7245 www.nfl-bay.com

BINGO EXHIBITION PARK -Bingo is held every Tuesday and Sunday in Building #1 at Exhibition Park, 159 McAllister Drive, East Saint John. Quick game start at 6:30 PM. with regular games at 7 PM. Nightly prizes of over $9000. Bingo hotline (506) 633-2020. www.eprracing.com

CANADA GAMES AQUATIC CENTRE - The CGAC offers visitors an opportunity for fitness and fun at an award winning aquatic facility. Facilities include two pools with large waterslides, hot tubs, sauna and steamrooms on deck level and fitness centre. Call 658-4715. www.aquatics.nb.ca

GANONG CHOCOLATIER - Located in the original Ganong Factory in the heart of downtown St. Stephen. They celebrate the art of chocolate and candy making for over 132 years. Ganong Chocolatier has created over 40 hand crafted chocolates, plus many more chocolates and candies to tempt your taste buds. Chocolatier@ganong.com

GANONG FACTORY TOUR - First week of August Only - Call Chocolate Fest (506) 465-5616. www.ganong.com

GILLIS OF BELLEISLE WINERY - Opened in 2003, they have already gained a reputation for fine wines. This bijoux winery is a result of ten years' hard work preparing the ground and the vines for full scale production. It is situated on the banks of Belleisle Bay providing stunning views. Telephone: (506) 485-8846 www.gillisofbelleisle.com

IRVING NATURE PARK - A 243 hectare (600 acre) site, was created by J.D. Irving, Limited to help protect an environmentally significant, endangered area. This part of the Fundy Coast, minutes from a major urban centre, is now a place where the public can enjoy and experience the various ecosystems of Southern New Brunswick’s coastline.

JET BOAT RIDES - Challenge the phenomenal Reversing Falls aboard our specially designed Jet Boats or run the white waters in a 30 foot Bubble. For a more relaxing pace take off for an educational sightseeing tour. Welcome Aboard! (506) 634-8987
www.jetboatrides.com

KINGSBRAE GARDENS - Visit Kingsbrae Garden & Café, home of Canada’s 1st “Jurassic Living Fossil” wollemi pine tree. A National & Provincial Award-winning horticultural masterpiece – over 50,000 perennials, shrubs & trees on 27-acres in scenic St Andrews by-the-Sea. One of Canada’s Top Ten Public Gardens. www.kingsbraegarden.com

NEW BRUNSWICK MUSEUM (NBM) - Adventure, excitement and fun await you at the NBM, Market Square. Fifteen galleries offer you hands-on, interactive adventures. The Museum tells the complete story of New Brunswick and its place in the world. (506) 643-2300 www.nbm-mnb.ca 1-888-268-9595

NEW BRUNSWICK MUSEUM ARCHIVES AND RESEARCH LIBRARY - If you are researching your family history, are interested in learning about the fine or decorative arts or maritime shipping, need information about New Brunswick or Canadian history, botany, zoology or geology, then visit the Archives & Research Library of the New Brunswick Museum at 277 Douglas Avenue. (506) 643-2322 www.nbm-mnb.ca 1-888-268-9595

RACING - EXHIBITION PARK RACEWAY - 159 McAllister Drive, East Saint John, offers exciting Live Harness Racing every Saturday, Post Time 1 PM Daily simulcasts of races from Ontario, Quebec and the U.S. seven days a week in the Sulky Lounge. Free parking and free admission. (506) 636-6934. www.eprracing.com.

ROCKWOOD PARK - The heart of nature in the heart of Saint John. This is one of the largest in-city parks in Canada. In May 2008 a designation ceremony was held for the opening of a 5.5 km. Trans Canada trail in Rockwood Park. Visitors can enjoy swimming, canoeing, tenting, wagon and horseback rides as well as a game of golf. Even your pet will enjoy a visit to their Dog Park. For more information call (506) 658-2883

SENTIER FUNDY TRAIL - The Fundy Trail is a multi-use corridor hugging the clifftops of the Bay of Fundy coast with foot paths, pedestrian/bicycle trails and an auto parkway to the Interpretive Centre - all with magnificent panoramic views. Toll free: 1-866-386-3987. www.fundytrailparkway.com

SERAMIK - 'paint your own memory' - This is the first and only shop like this in Saint John. 100's of different once fired bisque pieces for you to paint in your own style. The owner will glaze them for you and then ship them. A fun way to spend an afternoon or morning. 652-CLAY (2529)

SAINT JOHN ARTS CENTRE - Located in an original Carnegie heritage building at 20 Hazen Ave. in uptown Saint John, this space was created to promote the art and artists of Saint John and area through exhibits, lectures and workshops.
(506) 633-4870. www.saintjohnartscentre.com

SAINT JOHN SEA DOGS - Catch a home game and get FANatical with our very own QMJHL hockey team. Visit us online at www.saintjohnseadogs.com

SAINT JOHN TRANSIT - Providing 2 hour guided tours of Historic Saint John from June 23 - October 4, twice daily beginning at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Adults $17.00; Youth 6 - 15 years $5.00, child under 6 - no charge. For more information including pickup schedule call 658-4700 or see our ad in this issue. www.thinktransit.com

VOYAGEUR II – Planning an activity for a convention or group of 30+ registrants, take a St John River Boat Cruise on a double-decker 100 passenger Mississippi River Boat, contains a full sound system and bar. For further information, contact Marketing Director Fred Little, (506) 738-8484 or e-mail sjmarina@nb.aibn.com. www.saintjohnmarina.ca

REAL ESTATE

SHERRY ARSENAULT - Make an informed decision for all your real estate needs by calling (506) 647-9698 or e-mail sherry@nbnet.nb.ca or www.sherryslistings.com - listing, selling, free market analysis or inquiries. Listing with Sherry will get you maximum marketing exposure.

THE MOORINGS OF MILLIDGEVILLE - Own to the waters edge! Waterfront building lots for upscale homes. Near hospital, university, shopping, golf, tennis and yacht club. Prestigious location with underground wiring, curbs, sidewalk, storm drain system, Victorian lighting (506) 634-1361, www.themoorings.ca or info@themoorings.ca

WILD DUCK COVE RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES - located on P.E.I.'s world famous north shore with its beaches and dunes. These exclusive properties are in a secluded natural habitat area of Brackley Bay a peninsula surrounded on three sides by water. (902) 886-2048 www.wildduckcove.com

SERVICES

MISTY HARBOUR SEAFOOD - wholesale and retail distributors of fresh and frozen seafood. Live and cooked lobsters and other seafood packed for travel. www.mistyharbourseafood.com
(506) 635-1300 or 1-800-565-7712.

PARKING COMMISSION OF SAINT JOHN -Parking meters are only in effect in Saint John from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. There are ten off street parking lots spread throughout the City, which are free to park in after hours.

TOURISM SAINT JOHN is your official source for one-stop vacation information, as well as group travel, media and meeting and event planning guidance. Toll free (North America): 1-866-GO FUNDY (463-8639). (506) 658-2855 (visitor information). Toll free: 1-866-463-4600. Fax: 1-506-648-4600. www.tourismsaintjohn.com

UPTOWN SAINT JOHN INC. is the official voice of more than 650 business and property owners operating in Uptown's 20-block Business improvement area. Phone: (506) 633-9797. Fax (506) 3525. Toll free: 1-888-878-6967. www.uptownsj.com

VENUE SAINT JOHN! is a private/public partnership of local hotels, sport/cultural facilities, and businesses, working together to attract and host events to Saint John. (506) 674-4205 Toll Free: 1-866 GO FUNDY

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