Kermesse is Tomorrow!!

May 22, 2009

I arrive in the classroom this morning and meet my fellow classmate Liz; who had been reading through the Metro and was not amused with her findings. On page 24 on the top left corner there lay an advertisement for the ‘Kermesse Flee Market’ (note the word flee, opposed to flea), riddled with grammatical errors and incorrect information. We are not sure of the source, but we were not impressed either. Shortly after Liz diverts our attention to the Chronicle Herald on the bottom left corner of page E4, where a beautiful, informative ad lay, advertising the ‘Kermesse Flea Market’, yup, it was ours. We couldn’t help but compare. As we looked at the two ads in the two papers it made us all realize the importance of proof-reading and approving information. Although intentions were good, it displayed how miscommunication can affect the final message that is communicated to an audience.

So just in case any of you have run into the wrong ad we will remind you of the events and their correct times:

Art Gallery
May 21: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
May 22: 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
May 23: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Parker Reception Room, IWK Health Centre, Main floor near the Women’s site entrance

Flea Market
May 23: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Gorsebrook Junior High School, 5966 South Street

Fun Fair and Food Court
May 23: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
IWK Health Centre

Remember, the Auxiliary raises money to help the IWK provide better quality of care to its patients; we encourage you to be a part of this cause. So come on out, have fun, grab a bite to eat, pick up some art, as you will also be supporting IWK patients at the same time.

See you all tomorrow!!

From the whole class of the Public Relations advanced diploma course we would like to thank you in advance for your support.

Check out our CBC public service announcement below.



Tiffani