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Two Schools, One
Spirit--2010 Reunion Event Planned For August 27-29, 2010 Mark your calendars and plan to come home for a fun-filled weekend on the Miramichi. The communities of Boiestown and Doaktown are planning a series of special events to celebrate the opening of the new Central New Brunswick Academy while, at the same time, paying tribute to the three schools (two in Doaktown, one in Boiestown) whose long histories will soon be coming to an end. Along the way, there’ll be lots of opportunities to catch up with old classmates and former teachers; to pay one last visit to the classrooms you remember from what seems like “only yesterday,” and to be one of the first to tour the new Academy. We are constantly adding to our Schedule of Events (see below) so we’d recommend you check back often. And, if you’d like to organize an event on behalf of your class or circle of friends, just let us know and we’d be only to happy to help you promote it. Our Registration Form can be downloaded by clicking here. We’re making every effort to contact as many students, teachers and former staff as possible but we’d appreciate your help in getting the word out. At the same time, if we can help in any way by passing on contact information of an old friend or colleague you’ve lost contact with, please let us know and we’ll do our best. The Two Schools – One Spirit Reunion is the combined effort of folks in both the Village of Doaktown and what is now the Rural Community of Upper Miramichi. All surplus funds raised through the efforts of our Organizing Committee will be used for the support of youth and school programs in the Upper Southwest Miramichi area. If you have questions or want to pass along some suggestions or information, we encourage you to contact any of the following: Sharon Clowater, Co-Chair (Doaktown)
506-365-8888 or sharonmerv@hotmail.com REGISTRATION FORMS/TICKETS FOR THE LAST DANCE Please note that you MUST be registered for the Reunion in order to attend any of the weekend’s events with the exception of The Last Dance and the meals sponsored by local non-profit groups. Registration forms are available at the Doaktown Library (365-2018), the Atlantic Salmon Museum (365-7787), the CAL Net Centre (365-7888), Sears/The Trillium (365-9809), and at the offices of the Rural Community of Upper Miramichi (369-9810). Until August 1: ADULTS - $10. CHILDREN - $5.00. After August 1: ADULTS - $15. CHILDREN - $5.00. The Last Dance tickets are available at the locations listed above (must be of legal drinking age to attend). Until August 1: $15 PER PERSON. After August 1: $20 PER PERSON. OFFICIAL TWO SCHOOLS – ONE SPIRIT T-SHIRTS Available in the following Adult sizes: 3XL, 2XL, XL, Large, Medium, and Small. Also in Youth Sizes Medium and Large. Can be purchased for $10/each at: Doaktown Community/School Library (506-365-2018 or Belva.Brown@gnb.ca); Rural Community of Upper Miramichi (506-369-9810 or uppermiramichiclerk@nb.aibn.com); Atlantic Salmon Museum – Riverside Treasures Gift Shops (506-365-7787 or atlanticsalmonmuseum@nb.aibn.com); the Doaktown CAL Net Center, 328 Main Street (506-365-7288 or cal.doaktown@gnb.ca); or at Sears/The Trillium, 342 Main Street, Doaktown (506-365-9809 or trillium@nb.sympaticol.ca). A real souvenir AND a limited edition! ACCOMMODATIONS Many of our local restaurants will also be offering special food and refreshment throughout Reunion Weekend. For further information on these venues, see bottom of page. We would encourage you to use these locations – and the food venues listed throughout our Schedule of Events – as opportunities for your own “mini-reunion.” Get together with old friends while supporting community organizations and local business. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FRIDAY - August 27 MEET
& GREET + REGISTRATION Friday,
August 27 Click here to download our Registration Form. OPEN
HOUSE – DOAKTOWN LIBRARY HAPPY
HOUR + BARBECUE + VARIETY SHOW (4 PM) SUPPER
- ST. THOMAS UNITED CHURCH HALL (DOAKTOWN) Menu: Cold plate
(potato salad, coleslaw, ham or turkey, tomatoes
and cucumbers), Dessert, Coffee/Tea COUNTRY
MUSIC JAMBOREE VARIETY SHOW
(Details to Follow) SATURDAY - August 28 BREAKFAST
– DOAKTOWN CURLING CLUB BREAKFAST
– ASTLE REC. CENTRE MEET & GREET
+ REGISTRATION Saturday,
August 28 Note: Those registering prior to Saturday, July 17 will be eligible for an “early bird” prize. Click here to download our Registration Form. SOFT
BALL TOURNAMENT Note: Anyone wishing to enter a (co-ed) team, please contact Grant Ross at 506-369-9101, grant.ross@nbed.nb.ca or uppermiramichiross@nb.aibn.com. Registration fee - $150.
ATLANTIC
SALMON MUSEUM CENTRAL
NB WOODMEN’S MUSEUM CONVOY
FOR THE CURE (BBQ * CAR WASH * YARD SALE) SCHOOL TOURS Doaktown Primary School: 9 AM – 12 NOON Doaktown Library (Doaktown Consolidated High School): 9-11 AM (Please see Doaktown Library Section below for more details.) Central New Brunswick Academy (New Bandon): 10 AM – 2 PM New Library - Open House (Central NB Academy): 11 AM – 2 PM Upper Miramichi Regional High School: 2 – 4 PM LUNCH
– BOIESTOWN UNITED CHURCH Menu: Spaghetti,
Rolls, Dessert, Beverage TEACHERS
TEAS 1:00 – 2:30 PM (Doors open to former students) Boiestown – Upper Miramichi Elementary School OPEN
HOUSE – DOAKTOWN LIBRARY As a special tribute to the teachers who were such an integral part of our school experience, the Doaktown Community/School Library is hosting a Teachers Tea on Saturday, August 28 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the St. Thomas United Church Hall. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with fellow staff members from years ago and to reminisce about your experiences in one (or both) of the Doaktown schools. Later (from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.), former students in town for the Reunion will be invited to join you at the Hall to socialize and to enjoy a “Down Memory Lane” PowerPoint presentation. If you would also like to participate in the Teachers Tea being scheduled for the Upper Miramichi Elementary School, that event will commence at 12:30 p.m. Please note that, with specific reference to the Teachers Tea, you are being asked to confirm your attendance by Friday, July 2, 2010. To do so – or to request additional information – please contact Belva Brown, Library Manager, at (506) 365-2018 or Belva.brown@gnb.ca. We look forward to seeing you on August 28. In September 2010, the Doaktown Primary School will be officially closed and its students relocated to what is now the Doaktown Consolidated High School. To prepare for these changes, renovations to the DCHS facility will commence early in July and are scheduled to continue well into 2011 (in the interim, the elementary students will be housed in a series of makeshift quarters located within DCHS). Because most of the Doaktown Consolidated High School will be under renovation by Reunion Weekend, the Library will be holding an Open House during which it will showcase its collection of old yearbooks, photos and other DCHS memorabilia from years gone by. If you have pictures, programs, sports uniforms or any other “souvenirs” of your time spent at either the Doaktown Primary School or at DCHS, please contact Library Manager Belva Brown or Library Assistant Bonnie Robinson at 506-365-2018 or Belva.brown@gnb.ca. The Doaktown Community/School Library is also very pleased to announce that plans are well underway for an expansion that will see the facility increase to almost four times its present size. A very welcome project, given that the Library has been serving a growing clientele in the same (very limited) space since 1986! A fund-raising group, the Reading Rainbows, has been established so watch for signs of their efforts during your visit to the Library. Reading Rainbows will also be hosting the Doaktown component of The Teachers Tea on Saturday, August 28. September 2010 will see the beginning of a whole new era in the communities of Doaktown and Boiestown with the official opening of the new Central New Brunswick Academy in New Bandon, a state of the art educational facility designed to serve students in Grades 6-12 from all parts of the Upper Miramichi area. At the same time, however, both Doaktown and Boiestown will be saying goodbye to three schools who, down through the years, have played an essential role in their communities and who all hold countless memories for the many staff and students who have passed through their doors. The Two Schools – One Spirit Reunion has been organized for a three-day period in August to commemorate the closing of these schools while welcoming the new Academy that symbolizes – through the union of its students – a “coming together” of the two great communities of the Village of Doaktown and what is now known as the Rural Community of Upper Miramichi. As part of the afternoon’s “program,” your Library hosts will be bringing you news of their proposed expansion project (plans that include increasing the size of the current facility by almost 400 percent) and what it will mean for reading and literacy in this community. Donations toward our expansion project will be gratefully accepted and tax receipts for amounts over $10 made readily available. You will also be encouraged to visit the existing Library to view our Rainbow Wall illustrating the results of our fund-raising efforts. ~~ Your Donation Promotes Education and Literacy ~~ CLASSES OF 1970
AND 1971 THE
LAST DANCE
Remember the excitement of “Prom Night?” Your dress, his suit, the corsage, the band, the decorations, and what your parents said when you (finally) got home? Re-live it all over again by reserving your tickets (click here) for The Last Dance prom at the Doaktown Arena. Music by Echo, who’ll play all your favourites, starting with songs from the 50s and working up to the 90s by the end of the evening. Echo plays a good mix of rock and country and come highly recommended. Bar services provided by Branch #23 of the Royal Canadian Legion and snacks from the Arena’s canteen. Prizes for best “arrival” (car, horse and buggy, etc.), door prizes, and everything you could possibly want for a “fun” night at the Prom. ONLY
750 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD SO RESERVE YOURS NOW! Note: If you’re in the Doaktown/Boiestown area, you can pick up your tickets in person at the offices of the Rural Community of Upper Miramichi (2nd Floor – Woodmen’s Museum), at Sears/The Trillium, 342 Main Street, Doaktown, at the Doaktown Community/School Library, or at The Riverside Treasures Gift Shop (Atlantic Salmon Museum), Doaktown. SUNDAY - August 29 BREAKFAST
- MASONIC LODGE Menu: A full breakfast
– bacon, eggs, hash browns, toast, juice, tea,
coffee BREAKFAST
BUFFET – OLD MILL POND GOLF CLUB GOLF
AND BREAKFAST SPECIAL – OLD MILL POND GOLF CLUB BREAKFAST
– ST. JOACHIM’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Menu: A full breakfast –
bacon, ham, sausage, scrambled eggs, quiche, hash brown,
muffins, toast, biscuits, juice, tea and coffee ECUMENICAL
CHURCH SERVICE/GOSPEL SING Enjoy some memorable
moments of fellowship, reunion and song. All are
welcome! ATLANTIC
SALMON MUSEUM CENTRAL
NB WOODMEN’S MUSEUM CLOSING
CEREMONIES/TREE PLANTING ******************************************************** RESTAURANT
SPECIALS CENTRAL TAKE-OUT KYLE’S CAFÉ B & L RESTAURANT
THE VILLAGE
RESTAURANT Saturday, August 28 POND'S RESORT The Fiddleheads
Restaurant Riverside
Take-Out MUSEUM SPECIALS The Trillium Getting ready for The Last Dance? Don’t forget the finishing touches to that beautiful prom dress or that spiffy sports jacket – order your wristlet, corsage and boutonniere from The Trillium, conveniently located in downtown Doaktown. Roses Carnations Roses Owing to anticipated demand, please try to place your order at least two weeks in advance. Phone or e-mail us today. To obtain a copy of the Registration form, please click here. |
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