[Saint John] Uptown Thread - Page 101

DyAm00394 · #**2001** Posted **May 13, 2024, 9:31 PM**

The city CAO gave an update at tonight's council meeting regarding the Fundy Quay and public spaces:

Fundy Quay:

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"The developer is pushing forward with construction of the first building and is working with the city on the timing to access the Harbour Passage extension around the site".

Ihtoli-maqahamok – The Gathering Space:

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"The opening of the patios is still on track for the first week of June. Interior work is happening now for code upgrades as a result of the new patio space. The plaza should be substantially complete by the end of June. Concrete slabs for the rock pool foundation has been installed, concrete unit pavers installation continues. The tidal steps are complete. Work continues on the entrance to Market Square building near the Ale House, and work continues on the promenade that completes the Harbour Passage trail to the Hilton".

DyAm00394 · #**2002** Posted **May 23, 2024, 4:02 PM**

1778 Trading Post, a First Nations owned + Indigenous made goods store, is opening soon at 98 Prince William Street.

Link to their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559924494066

JakeNB · #**2003** Posted **May 28, 2024, 1:25 PM**

Does anyone know what is happening with the former Hopscotch space, now that the new place has opened? I had heard that they had acquired the Happinez name and were putting in a wine bar, but haven't been able to confirm. Also, any news on what might go into the old Happinez space?

adamuptownsj · #**2004** Posted **May 28, 2024, 3:28 PM**

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Originally Posted by JakeNB

Does anyone know what is happening with the former Hopscotch space, now that the new place has opened? I had heard that they had acquired the Happinez name and were putting in a wine bar, but haven't been able to confirm. Also, any news on what might go into the old Happinez space?

Correct, Happinez is indeed moving into the old Hopscotch address. No idea about the old basement place.

cdnguys · #**2005** Posted **May 28, 2024, 3:31 PM**

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Originally Posted by JakeNB

Does anyone know what is happening with the former Hopscotch space, now that the new place has opened? I had heard that they had acquired the Happinez name and were putting in a wine bar, but haven't been able to confirm. Also, any news on what might go into the old Happinez space?

Heard owner of Britt’s is taking the space. Not sure what the concept will be.

DyAm00394 · #**2006** Posted **May 31, 2024, 6:03 PM**

From the mayor on social media today:

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"EXCITING NEWS!! Final preparations are underway to open the new patio spaces on the boardwalk. Businesses will be opening their patios as soon as tomorrow.

More information regarding a grand opening ceremony coming very soon!"

adamuptownsj · #**2007** Posted **May 31, 2024, 6:52 PM**

Nice to see more South End work. 170 Carmarthen getting a serious facelift. Vacant for a decade. https://imgur.com/a/VbbMLzu

Small scale stuff like this and the 156 Princess window/repointing job above (which have really neat courtyard units when done) really make neighbourhoods. Insane to think the city axed the beautification grant and reallocated it to the Old North End.

Previous look: https://www.google.com/maps/@45.2706...5410&entry=ttu

DyAm00394 · #**2008** Posted **Jun 3, 2024, 5:23 PM**

Wild Carrot Café is relocating/expanding. They are moving into the two stalls directly next to their current spot.

DyAm00394 · #**2009** Posted **Jun 5, 2024, 8:20 PM**

I see there is someone over on Retail Talk & Share group commented that for the past few days they've been hearing that Brunswick Square has now been sold. They are not sure who bought it or if what they heard is accurate or not. Anyone with insights?

Justanothermember · #**2010** Posted **Jun 5, 2024, 10:00 PM**

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Originally Posted by DyAm00394

From the mayor on social media today:

Looks great!

DyAm00394 · #**2011** Posted **Jun 5, 2024, 10:57 PM**

Here are some more pictures of the new boardwalk patios that were posted online:

sailor734 · #**2012** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 12:04 AM**

My initial impression is that the black steel and the grey flooring seem a little cold/stark..... and the furnishings look kind of kind of sparse in the space .... hard to tell from photos. I'll be interested to see them in person.

cdnguys · #**2013** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 10:10 AM**

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Originally Posted by sailor734

My initial impression is that the black steel and the grey flooring seem a little cold/stark..... and the furnishings look kind of kind of sparse in the space .... hard to tell from photos. I'll be interested to see them in person.

Picture it at night during a snow storm. Will be awesome. TV’s an unexpected surprise too. In regards to black, it’s the typical colour you find throughout Victorian neighborhoods in UK for painted metal (same with Trinity Royal) for gates, beams, tracery etc

sailor734 · #**2014** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 10:53 AM**

Oh, no doubt it's a huge improvement and a big step forward. As to seeming to be being sparsely furnished in the bottom two photos, that may well be an optical illusion from the photo's angle or the lens used.

Some on here have accused me of being negative. I prefer to think of it as tending to look at things with a critical eye and asking myself "Could this have been done better?"

As to the colour of the metal I agree although the I beam look seems more 20th century industrial rather than a 19th century ornamental "Crystal Palace" look.

As I said, I'll withhold judgement until I've had a chance to have a meal there and experience for myself.

MonctonRad · #**2015** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 11:37 AM**

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Originally Posted by sailor734

As to the colour of the metal I agree although the I beam look seems more 20th century industrial rather than a 19th century ornamental "Crystal Palace" look.

Either one of these two descriptors would work well in a Saint John context.

Looks very nice to me. I may have to go down to SJ in the next few weeks and check things out.

Are these enclosed patios air conditioned? Perpetual fog aside, they could get hot in the summertime.

sailor734 · #**2016** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 12:01 PM**

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Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Either one of these two descriptors would work well in a Saint John context.

Looks very nice to me. I may have to go down to SJ in the next few weeks and check things out.

Are these enclosed patios air conditioned? Perpetual fog aside, they could get hot in the summertime.

I have to think they have substantial AC capacity. Otherwise the temps inside would be intolerable on a steamy/showery summer day.

I wonder if there is any provision for shade? Even with the roof retracted sitting in direct sun on a hot summer's day (yes, we do get them occasionally in uptown SJ

) could get pretty uncomfortable.

cdnguys · #**2017** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 12:27 PM**

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Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Either one of these two descriptors would work well in a Saint John context.

Looks very nice to me. I may have to go down to SJ in the next few weeks and check things out.

Are these enclosed patios air conditioned? Perpetual fog aside, they could get hot in the summertime.

Cooling and heating

EnvisionSaintJohn · #**2018** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 12:54 PM**

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Originally Posted by sailor734

Oh, no doubt it's a huge improvement and a big step forward. As to seeming to be being sparsely furnished in the bottom two photos, that may well be an optical illusion from the photo's angle or the lens used.

Some on here have accused me of being negative. I prefer to think of it as tending to look at things with a critical eye and asking myself "Could this have been done better?"

As to the colour of the metal I agree although the I beam look seems more 20th century industrial rather than a 19th century ornamental "Crystal Palace" look.
As I said, I'll withhold judgement until I've had a chance to have a meal there and experience for myself.

I don’t think you’re negative, I think you’re selectively realistic lol

And prone to contracting yourself, but aren’t we all.

When it comes to how things have been done in Saint John, think we can all agree on many ways how things could have been better.

sailor734 · #**2019** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 1:06 PM**

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Originally Posted by EnvisionSaintJohn

I don’t think you’re negative, I think you’re selectively realistic lol

And prone to contracting yourself, but aren’t we all.

When it comes to how things have been done in Saint John, think we can all agree on many ways how things could have been better.

Well, as to contradicting myself. Opinions and issues often aren't black or white and can change depending on your mood.

Most development is neither 100% good nor 100% bad......and virtually none can be said to be a perfect design that has been perfectly executed.

darkharbour · #**2020** Posted **Jun 6, 2024, 1:07 PM**

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Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Either one of these two descriptors would work well in a Saint John context.

Looks very nice to me. I may have to go down to SJ in the next few weeks and check things out.

Are these enclosed patios air conditioned? Perpetual fog aside, they could get hot in the summertime.

They have cooling, and given the ratio of Summer months to Winter months in Canada, having some covered area seems like a good financial decision. I should add too that all the patios have a fully uncovered area beyond the glass sections too, so in the Summer the patio seating essentially doubles!

Also, as for the fog, a) it's awesome, I don't know how it got a bad reputation, and, b) I think it's been foggy maybe 1 or 2 days in the last two months.