CCA BULLETIN 50/08
December 8, 2008

The Political Crisis Almost Eclipses the Economic Crisis

Just the Facts

Canadians witnessed high political drama this past week as the government was challenged with a possible successful non-confidence vote on the Economic Update delivered the preceding week by the Minister of Finance, the Hon. James Flaherty. The creation of a coalition by the Liberal and New Democrat parties, supported by the Bloc Québécois, threatened to defeat the government on December 8, 2008. The political crisis has been forestalled for the time being by the prorogation by the Governor General of the first session of Parliament after a mere two weeks of business.

What does this mean for the business of government? The Prime Minister has now promised that Parliament will reconvene on January 26, 2009 and a new federal budget replete with stimulant measures will be delivered on January 27, 2009. In the meantime, Cabinet retains its full powers to make appointments and to deal with the day to day business of running the government. The main impact of the crisis for the arts and culture sector is that since there was insufficient time for the government to place legislation on the Order Paper, revisions to the Copyright Act are once again in limbo.
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The Queen of Paradise’s Garden A PUPPET SHOW for All Ages
A Newfoundland Fairy Tale Told by ANDY JONES With Puppets by DARKA ERDELJI Available for private parties, corporate events and schools!
Great for Christmas parties call 691.9923

COMING UP, DON’T MISS…..JANUARY 3rd and 4th 2009, TWO shows of “The Queen Of Paradise’s Garden” daily at 2:30pm and 4:30pm at Gower St. United Church family rates available.

This production was a big hit at the recent St. John’s Storytelling Festival and it really is a show for all ages — three to 93! At the Storytelling Festival the three year olds were as captivated as the older children, the teenagers and the adults. Andy Jones, of course, always seems to draw the whole audience into a story.

The performance is about a half hour in length and it involves Andy Jones telling and acting out the story beside a kitchen-table sized box that is the set – the set has compartments that open and the box is turned around to create a different scene for parts of the story.
Darka Erdelji brings the hand-held puppets to life during the storytelling and there are some live sound effects to create a magical atmosphere. It is a very sweet show and elements of Christmas are included.

The show features puppets by Slovenian Theatre Artist Darka Erdelji, who has her Masters in Puppetry and Andy Jones tells the story of Jack in the Queen of Paradise’s Garden. “Jack” is a well-known figure in traditional Newfoundland fairy tales – (Jack Meets the Cat, Jack and the Three Giants, Little Jack the Little Fisherman, etc..) and these are stories which Andy has learned over the years from an older generation of Newfoundlanders that he turns into wonderful theatrical storytelling productions. The Queen of Paradise’s Garden was originally told to Andy Jones by Albert Heber Keeping of Grand Bank, Fortune Bay. (Albert Heber keeping learned the story from Billy Quann of Sagona Island, Fortune Bay.) So, the tradition continues!

Andy Jones Productions
175 Gower Street St. John’s, NL, Canada, A1C 1P7 tel: (709)754-2803
email: ajones@nfld.net G/HST#: 108676156RT0001 andyjonesproductions.com

1. For Rent, 2 1/2 bedrooms, 2 storey house @ 54 Mullock St.
Spacious, hardwood floors, fireplace, back garden, hot water radiation, washer/dryer hook-up. Basement storage. $800 plus utilities. No smoking.
Available Jan 1st. 2009 Call Gerry 728-2161

For Rent, fully furnished house on Pleasant St. 3 Storey, 2 bedrooms, hardwood throughout, spacious and lots of light, sauna, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Dance studio, gym, office, rehearsal space or screening room on the first floor. $2000 per month, includes heat/light, cable, high-speed and phone. Basement storage and workshop. Short term rental possible.
No smoking/pets. Call Gerry 728-2161

2. The Travel Bug, 155 Water St., offers 10% discount to NIFCO members, and to all members of the arts community. Take that Stephen Harper!!!
We have the widest selection of Moleskines in town, great computer bags, camera bags, etc.

3. Hi everyone. The infamous Micro Mix is returning for winter. I have bags available for pick up at my house, 7 Prospect Street, tomorrow, Wed. Dec. 3 between 5 and 8pm. $10 a bag. First come, first serve. If you aren’t able to come by tomorrow, email me and we can arrange another pick up time. Thanks to everyone, for your patience awaiting their return and the encouragement. As fresh, local, safe and healthy as you can get. Certified Organic Micro Greens are the best way to get all the vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and delicious taste you need over our long winter. Please circulate this to anyone you think would be interested. Many thanks, Sarah Joy Stoker for Bloom’n Shoots safe healthy soil – safe healthy food – safe healthy people always read the labels.

4. Hello all I am selling a 4 drawer lateral file (beige) worth about $500 – $1000 new. I just want something towards the smaller cabinet of which I need to buy at a cost of $120.00. It’s in perfectly good condition and if you or anyone you know would like to make me an offer please contact me (Lois Brown) at loisirenebrown@gmail.com

The Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council (NLAC) invites visual artists and fine crafts persons to submit proposals for five pieces of artwork. These artworks will be presented to award recipients, in select categories, at the 24th NLAC Arts Awards Gala.

Specifications: Five pieces of existing or newly-created artwork

Budget: $2,500 + HST inclusive for five works
(includes artist fees, materials, framing, shipping and insurance.)
Requirements: Detailed proposal and/or slides/CD Rom images
Optional: Letters of Reference

Deadline for Proposal: Monday, February 2, 2009
Deadline for Delivery of Artwork: Friday, April 17, 2009

Submissions:
Arts Awards Committee
Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council
P.O. Box 98
St. John’s, NL
A1C 5H5

For more information contact:
Reg Winsor
Executive Director
Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council
rwinsor@nf.aibn.com
Phone: (709) 726-2212 Phone Toll Free: 1 (866) 726-2212 (NL only)

VIDEO PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
Distance Education and Learning Technologies (DELT) (One year contractual position, subject to renewal)

DUTIES
The successful applicant will be responsible for the production of educational video and related media for inclusion in online course delivery as well as productions for internal and external clients. Duties include researching, writing, producing, directing and editing of video and productions. Other duties include producing and directing multi-camera productions for live webcasts and recorded productions. The incumbent will work closely with DELT’s course development and media production staff as well as faculty and other clients in order to satisfy project requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS
Considerable experience (3-5 years) in video production and direction, preferably including experience in an educational environment; completion of an undergraduate degree in film or video production with major course work in radio and television arts, educational technology, or communications; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. A working knowledge of and experience in current digital video production, editing technologies and techniques is essential. Superior organizational and interpersonal skills would be an asset.

Applicants are encouraged to submit samples of previous productions.

SALARY: $43,499 – $61,001 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)
CLOSING DATE: December 12, 2008
COMPETITION NO.: DLT-08-22

Please submit to the Director of Human Resources, an APPLICATION FOR NON-ACADEMIC PROMOTION OR TRANSFER and attach a cover letter and current resume. For further information concerning the above vacancy, or to obtain a copy of the application form, please visit us on the web at: www.mun.ca/humanres/; or contact the Recruitment Office, Department of Human Resources, Arts and Administration Building, Room A4039, phone 737-7403, or email recruitment@mun.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities

For information contact Debbie Mcgee at dmcgee@mun.ca or 737-2596

Christmas Party and Meeting

Saturday December 6th, 2008 at 8:00pm.

You know where to be.

Dear Zachary: a letter to a son about his father (Watch the trailer here.)

“**** (Four Stars)… heart-wrenching, thought-provoking and infuriating…”

“A 10 out of 10… without a doubt one of the most profound, touching and moving films I have ever watched.”

“This is Oscar-worthy material… ”

Thursday, December 4, 2008 7:30 pm
Main Auditorium, Medical School, Health Sciences Centre

A true love story about murder, friendship, betrayal and family. Dr. Andrew Bagby was murdered by Dr. Shirley Turner, the mother of his unborn child. Childhood friend and filmmaker Kurt Kuenne set out to make this film for Bagby’s son, Zachary, as a way to introduce him to his father. Meanwhile Andrew’s parents, David and Kate Bagby, embark on a new life in Newfoundland to be closer to their grandson. Just when it appears that they might prevail over almost insurmountable legal hurdles, something unimaginable happens. An unforgettable story.

David and Kate Bagby will be in attendance.

Tickets $15 (cash only) and are available at: (Buy them soon, don’t be disappointed!)
Student Affairs Office, Suite 2713 (Main Floor) Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences Centre 777-6690
Nickel Independent Film Festival 576-3378
Coffee Matters (all locations), 1429 Topsail Rd, 782-0251;
320 Water St., 753-4652; and 1 Military Rd, 753-6980

Proceeds to the Dr. Andrew Bagby and son Zachary Andrew Memorial Bursary

For more reviews, go to www.dearzachary.com.

For more information, contact Ruth Lawrence at 576 3378or nickelfestival@gmail.com