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Thursday, June 6, 2013

Gala Tonight To Honour Those Who Make The Uptown Awesome

The best and brightest in the Uptown will be honored tonight at the Live Life Awards. Now that nominations ave been received from the voting public, the winners will be announced at the gala this evening at the new Diamond Jubilee cruise ship terminal.

The theme of this year's event is Port Party Paparazzi. Guests are encouraged to wear the event's theme colours of red, black, and white. It's going to be catered by the Delta and guests are invited to a post-awards after party at the York Bistro.

The awards honour businesses, individuals, and creative personalities who have contributed to making the uptown a more vibrant place. 


Tickets to the gala are $65 and available at the Feel Good Store, Manchester Shoe Salon, and the Uptown Saint John office at 40 King Street. Here's the full list of nominees: 

Best New Business Liquid Gold Tasting Bar & All Things Olive Piece O’Cake Custom Creations Urban Shoe Myth
Best New or Renovated Residential Space Harbourfront Residences at Three Sisters Historica Royale, 78-82 King Street Historica Riviera, 91-95 Prince William Street
Best New or Renovated Commercial Space Exchange on Germain - Germain Street Bank of Montreal - Corner of Prince William & King Streets Brunswick Square Façade - King & Germain Streets
Best Event Royal Visit by Prince Charles - May 2012 Sea Dogs Memorial Cup Victory Parade - May 2011 Sculpture Saint John - Summer 2012
Greening the Scene Award SJ Commuter Challenge Uptown Saint John Greenfeet Committee – Uptown Bike Rack Initiative Atlantic Coastal Action Program (ACAP)
Shift Disturber Keith Brideau Mayor Mel Norton Anne McShane
Creative Personality Award Greg Hemmings Stephen Tobias Roy Billingsley
Foodie Favorite Award Saint John Ale House Urban Deli Thandi

Best Retail
Freak Lunchbox
Bustin’s Fine Furniture
Collectables

Social Space
Java Moose, Prince William Street
Slocum & Ferris
Britt’s Pub & Eatery

Thomas L. McGloan Award
To be announced at the event