April 23rd at 7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

North Bay Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Calvin Cheng leads some of classical music's most recognizable favourites in a one hour performance. In Vivaldi's Four Seasons Spring movement, we will hear music representing singing birds, flowing creeks and thunderstorms; Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 features nine soloists - 3 violins, 3 violas, and 3 cellos; Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik begins joyfully with one of the most notable musical phrases; and, composer Arvo Pärt's meditative Fratres captures his own observation that "the instant and eternity are struggling within us".

Tickets are $25.00 for adults, students $18.00 and children under 12 are admitted free accompanied by an adult or student purchase. Enjoy the show from home on your electronic device by purchasing a $15.00 Streaming Ticket.

Tickets will go on sale March 1, 2022 and are available by calling the Capitol Centre Box Office at 705-474-4747.

The Friends of Laurier Woods will be hosting their 2022 Annual General Meeting remotely via Zoom Email link on Wednesday, April 20, 6:00 – 8:00pm. The Friends of Laurier Woods are pleased to welcome Dr. Janice Gilbert, Founder and Executive Director of the Invasive Phragmites Control Centre, as Guest Presenter. Dr. Gilbert received her Ph.D. in Environmental Science at Ohio State University and has over 15 years in researching, monitoring, and managing invasive Phragmites. Invasive Phragmites, an aggressive plant that spreads quickly and out-competes native species for water and nutrients, is Canada’s worst invasive plant. In her audio-visual presentation Dr. Gilbert will share information about the plant and how to control it. During the business meeting President Fred Pinto will review the accomplishments of the Friends of Laurier Woods over the past year. The Auditor’s Report for the year will be reviewed and approved, and the 2022 Board of Directors will be elected. New members, those interested in the protection of this provincially significant wetland, are always welcome. Board members serve for a minimum one-year term and may also participate on any of the committees established to oversee the planning and development of this 240-acre site. Individuals interested in attending the AGM must be paid-in-full members of the Friends of Laurier Woods prior to being sent the access link. Advance membership purchase is available for $20.00/year/individual or $30.00/year/family by going to www.laurierwoods.com/beome-amember. Advance membership purchase is required by April 13th . The Friends of Laurier Woods was established as a charity to manage the area as a nature preserve; to establish an interpretive trail system, boardwalks, viewing platforms, and rest areas; and to promote the area for low-impact, day-use recreation. In 1991 the Friends of Laurier Woods and the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority became joint owners/managers of initial property that has grown to cover 250 acres today. The Woods, encompasses provincially significant wetlands, rocky outcrops, and upland forest, is a sanctuary to a broad range of wetland and woodland creatures, including migrating birds. An 8km trail network, accessible from the end of Brule Street, spans the site offering excellent opportunities for hiking and nature appreciation within the centre of urban North Bay.

COVID-19 vaccine clinics are taking place in Nipissing and Parry Sound districts this week for individuals of all ages five and older. Walk-ins are welcome. Face coverings are required at all clinics. Individuals should bring a health card or another form of identification, if possible.

The following clinics are taking place this week:

North Bay

·Wednesday, March 23 at Northgate Shopping Centre, former Gap location (1500 Fisher St., North Bay), from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

·Thursday, March 24 at Alliance Public School (700 Stones St., North Bay), from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Mattawa

• Wednesday, March 23 at Mattawa District Public School (376 Park St., Mattawa), from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Sundridge

• Tuesday, March 22 at SSJ (Sundridge Strong Joly) Arena (14 Albert St. N., Sundridge), from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Individuals can book an appointment at Ontario.ca/BookVaccine, or by calling the Health Unit call centre at 1-844-478-1400. Children must be at least five years of age to receive a vaccine.

For more information, visit myhealthunit.ca/GetVaccinated or contact the Health Unit call centre.

The Snowed in comedy Tour is coming to North Bay Capitol Centre on Thursday March 24th

Starring 3 time Canada’s best female comedian Debra DiGiovanni
5 times nominated Canada’s best Comedian Pete Zedlacher, 
Great Canadian Laugh off winner Paul Myrehaug and
winner of Canada Comedy Competition at Just For Laughs, Dan Quinn

Get your tickets at the Capitol Box office or Snowedincomedytour.com

The Snowed In Comedy Tour has turned into a Canadian success story,
celebrating its thirteenth year. In a market still dominated by American acts, with
American TV credits, a small Canadian comedy tour has managed to succeed.

Like the Tragically Hip they have done it by touring and making more and more
people laugh year after year. The tour has now performed in Australia, The US,
France, and Switzerland. The 2020 tour received numerous Standing ovations
and was the most successful to date. It has now grown to become the biggest
comedy tour in Canada. Playing in 65 cities this year coast to coast.

Four international comedians come together to create one amazing show
with each bringing a unique and hilarious take providing something for everyone.
Just for Laughs winner Dan Quinn is joined by the Great Canadian Laugh Off
winner, Paul Myrehaug and 6 time Canadian Comedian of the year nominee
Pete Zedlacher. We are proud to announce that Erica Sigurdson with over 50
appearances on the Debaters, will be joining us. Don’t miss out on the comedy
show called “Better than the Just for Laughs Tour” and “Delivers a Flurry of
Laughs”.

Erica Sigurdson
50+ appearances on the Debaters
Winnipeg Comedy Festival
Just for Laughs
Halifax Comedy Festival

Pete Zedlacher
5-time nominee of the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Male Stand-up
Sirius XM’s nation-wide comedy competition earning him the title of Sirius XM's
Top Comic
8 appearances at Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival
Halifax And Winnipeg Comedy Festival

Dan Quinn
Winner of Canadian Competition at Just for Laughs
Comedy special on comedy network
Opened for Rob Schneider, Russell Peters
Best of Fest Moncton Comedy Festival
TV Special on Check TV

Paul Myrehaug
CBC’s the Debaters
$25,000 Great Canadian Laugh off winner
Just For Laughs
Comedy Now on CTV