COMMUNITY EVENTS
A Taste of Portugal: Anna Templeton fund-raising dinner, $30, Anna Templeton Centre-278 Duckworth St 739-7623 (Fri Mar 19 at 7pm)
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, $3/$7, Topsail United Church Men’s Club (Sat Mar 27 from 8am-11am)
International Food & Craft Fair (Multicultural Women’s Organization NL) Festive atmosphere with ethnic crafts, food, local and international music, dance, fashion shows plus children’s storytelling, face painting, hair braiding, juggling and craft activities, kids under 10 free/$5 Holiday Inn (Sun Mar 21 from 10am-6pm)
Caesar’s Palace Casino Night: Beware the ides of March! Try your luck and help raise money for the New World Theatre Project. Las Vegas-inspired acts, 3-course meal and casino games. Your luck has got to be better than Caesar’s, Rabbittown Theatre-106 Freshwater Rd 739-8220(Poker tournament Fri Mar 12 at 7:30pm for $50+$10 / Casino night with Dinner & Vegas Revue on Sat March 13 at 6pm for $75)
Multicultural Night (MUN International Students Society) An evening of food, entertainment from all over the world and the chance to interact with students from 86 different countries, $5-$20, Reid Theatre 765-1815 (Sat Mar 13 at 5pm dinner & 7pm show)
Sharing Our Cultures: Take a trip around the world without leaving the province. Participate in different cultural games in recognition of cultural diversity, free, The Rooms-9 Bonaventure Ave 757-8000 (Sun Mar 21 from 2pm-4pm)
St Patrick’s Day Dinner and Dance (Benevolent Irish Society) Music by Smart Sound, $25/$30, Harvey Rd 754-0570 (Sat Mar 13 at 7:30pm)
Winterfest: Family event includes free snowshoe & ski rentals, interactive games, prizes, hot chocolate, donuts, Pippy Park-North Bank Lodge 576-8518 (Sun Mar 14 from 2pm-4pm)
LECTURES & FORUMS
Benevolent Irish Society Lecture: The Irish Community & Newfoundland Self Government, with John Greene, Harvey Rd (Thu Mar 11 at 8pm)
Developing Health & Social Justice: Lessons From Haiti and Beyond: Using Haiti as a case study, we will explore the role of history, gender relations and culture in a number of health issues present before the earthquake. Panel discussion with Karen Cimer (Haiti nurse volunteer) & Justin Brake (freelance journalist). MUN EN-2006 (Thu Mar 11 at 7pm)
EJ Pratt Lecture: Don McKay, award winning poet, essayist, editor and educator, will deliver a lecture titled: The Speaker’s Chair: Field notes on betweenity, free, Inco Innovation Centre-Parking in lots 15 & 18 (Sat Mar 27 at 8pm)
Health From All Angles: 2010 NLCAHR Research Symposium features presentations on topics such as body image, child nutrition, breastfeeding, healthy aging, child obesity & palliative care, free-register at www.nlcahr.mun.ca/HFAA.php, Junior Common Rm-Gushue Hall (Thu Mar 18 at 7pm)
Henrietta Harvey Lecture: Social Roles, Personhoods and Nationalism: Establishing Identities in Prehistory: Dr Marek Zvelebil ( Sheffield University) will try to explain why 19th-century-derived notions of nationalism mask the diversity that actually exists within communities and larger social units, MUN Education 3034A-Free parking 16A (Thu Mar 18 at 7pm)
History Seminar Series: History.com: A Roundtable on Historical Studies in the Digital Age, MUN Arts & Admin-4004 (Thu Mar 18 at 12pm)
Irish Famine Fictions: Discourses of Memory in Contemporary Canadian Novels, MUN Arts & Admin 3018 (Wed Mar 17 at 4pm)
MUN Philosophy: The Great Secret of Morals: Aesthetics, Ethics and British Romanticism, SN-2098 (Wed Mar 16 at 2pm)
Oceans Seminar: A review of deep-sea coral research conducted in the Newfoundland, Labrador, and Arctic regions by DFO and Memorial University with speaker Vonda Wareham, DFO Building-NAFC Auditorium (Tue Mar 16 at 10am)
Philosophy Winter Colloquium: Stephen Gardner will present a talk titled Meaning and the Possibilities of Imagination, MUN SN-2098 (Tu Mar 23 at 2pm)
Polygamy, Niqabs, and Hijabs (MUN Religious Studies) Negotiating the Boundaries of Religious Freedom in Canada with Lori Beaman of Canada Research Chair in the Contextualization of Religion in a Diverse Canada, Inco Innovation Centre (Thu Mar 18 at 7pm)
The Bicycle Doctors: Larry Rottmann talks about his experiences in Vietnam as a humanitarian, as presented in his work, The Bicycle Doctors, MUN Arts & Admin-1046 (Tue Mar 23 at 12pm)
Transatlantic Archaeology: Following in the footsteps of Lord Baltimore, with James Lyttleton, Queen’s College-2013 (Fri Mar 12 at 3pm)
Who Said Aid is Dead? (Engineers Without Borders) A non-partisan, open discussion focused on how the Canadian government can better contribute to alleviating global poverty, and the role parliament and citizens can play in bringing about necessary change. With guest speaker Glen Pearson, MP for London North Centre & Critic for International Cooperation, free, MUN Arts & Admin-1043 (Mon Mar 15 at 3:30pm)
Women’s Studies Speaker’s Series: Neither Mary nor Magdalen: The Fallen Woman, the Dramatic Monologue and the Nineteenth-Century Woman Poet, MUN SN-4087 (Fri Mar 12 at 2pm)
Words In Edgewise: Speaker’s series featuring topics from art to philosophy: Lee Butt discussing Posthumanism in The Punisher comics; Nick Morine blowing your mind and ear drums with an introduction to death metal; Deborah Inkpen and social justice in the street art of British art superhero Banksy, pay-what-you-can, Eastern Edge Gallery-72 Harbour Dr 739-1882 (Thu Mar 11 at 7pm)
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DAYTIME MUSIC
Auntie Crae’s Band, free-no purchase necessary, Auntie Crae’s (Tuesdays at 12pm)
Bach on the Rock: The complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach in 18 concerts by David Drinkell & Jenny Vincent, St Andrew’s Kirk (Saturdays at 3pm)
Benevolent Irish Society: Casual afternoon music by Smart Sound, $2, Harvey Rd (Sun Mar 14 at 2pm)
Benevolent Irish Society: Live music & open mic, Harvey Rd (Wed Mar 17 at 3pm)
Choral Evensong, free-will offering, Anglican Cathedral (Sundays at 6:30pm)
The Great Casavant Organ: David Drinkell plays varied programs of sacred and secular works, free, Anglican Cathedral (Wednesdays at 1:15pm)
KIDS & TEENS
Embroidery: Try you hand at embroidery. Members from the St. John’s Guild of Embroidery will be on hand to share their passion for this beautiful skill, The Rooms-9 Bonaventure Ave 757-8000 (Sun Mar 14 from 2pm-4pm)
Family Storytime: Interactive stories, rhymes and music for children of all ages and the grow-ups that care for them, free but must register at 737-2621, Michael Donovan Library (Wednesdays at 9:30am)
Going Green: Did you know that frogs can tell us if the stream is clean? Learn how we can help our froggy friends by going Green ourselves. Game, story-time, arts & crafts, The Fluvarium-5 Nagle’s Pl 754-3474 (Weekends at 1:30pm)
Young Musicians, Open mic at Shamrock City Pub (Sundays at 2pm)
Young Performers: Open mic with Denielle Hann, O’Reilly’s Irish Pub (Sundays at 3pm)
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MEETINGS & CLASSES
clubs • groups • free classes & workshops
Avalon Wesleyan Church: Weekly meet up in a casual atmosphere with coffee & contemporary music, free, Rabbittown Theatre-106 Freshwater Rd 576-6937 (Sundays at 10am)
Bottled Water Free Day: Enjoy some live music while you learn about water issues and the Memorial Water Pledge, MUN UC-3013 (Thu Mar 11 from 10am-3pm)
Budgeting 101: Hosted by credit counsellor Marilyn Miller, free but must register at 737-3950, AC Hunter Library-Arts & Culture Centre (Thu Mar 11 at 7pm)
Business Info Sessions (NLOWE) Making the Most of Marketing Trends. Free for women but must register 754-5555 (Thu Mar 18)
Capital Toastmasters: Improve self-confidence and overall leadership abilities for career and life, free, MUN Inco Centre-2014 687-1031
Caregiver Conversations: A Support Group for Unpaid Caregivers, Seniors Resource Centre-Torbay Rd 726-2370 (Every third Monday)
Career Fair (YMCA-YWCA) Stay in Newfoundland, Holiday Inn (Tue Mar 16 from 10am-4pm)
Food Teleconference (Food Security Network) Discuss healthy eating, how to translate nutrition advice into everyday food choices, and the ins and outs of community supported agriculture. To register call 709-237-4126 (Fri Mar 19 from 12pm-1pm)
For the Love of Learning: Free workshops in art, writing, theatre, journalism, yoga and Aikido for anyone aged 15-35, Gower St United Church-basement 722-8848 (Weekdays from 12pm-6pm)
Free Hot Lunch: Mondays and Fridays feature a vegetarian meal. Tuesdays and Thursdays offer soup and fresh bread. Young adults aged 15-35 can come to Gower St United Church basement-99 Queen’s Rd (2pm)
Green Drinks: An informal get together for those who work, volunteer or have an interest in environment & conservation related issues, 7pm-9pm, no cover, The Ship (Last Wednesday of month)
Knit Wits: Drop in knitting social with help to get you started, free, Anna Templeton Centre-278 Duckworth St (Last Sunday of month from 7pm-9pm)
Le Café Français: Qui se réunit toutes les semaines est un lieu où francophones et amoureux du français peuvent se rencontrer et faire un brin de causette, Atlantic Place-entre Starbucks et Cora’s (le dimanche à 15h)
Nar-Anon Family Group: For those who know or have known a feeling of desperation due to the addiction problem of someone close to them. Weekly meetings in St John’s area. For more info call 726-6191
Newfoundland Horticultural Society: Monthly meet up, St David’s Church Hall-Elizabeth Av (First Tuesday of month at 8pm)
Overeaters Anonymous: Help is available and it’s free, no strings attached. Weekly meetings in St John’s area. You are welcome, just as you are. For information call 738-1742
Reviving Hurling: It’s a bit like hockey, played with a small ball and a curved wooden stick. But this game is as old as the Irish. Meet Brendan Poland and his mates from the Cabot Hill Hurling Club, The Rooms-9 Bonaventure Ave 757-8000 (Wed Mar 17 at 7pm)
Soil & Seeds: FEASt Spring Equinox Event: Celebrate the arrival of spring and learn about starting your own urban veggie garden and growing our local food systems. Workshops and information displays. Delicious, local brunch served, pay-what-you-can, location tba www.feastnl.ca (Sat Mar 20 from 11am-4pm)
Seniors Bridging Cultures: Tea, guest speakers & conversation, Seniors Resource Centre 737-2333 (Thursdays at 2pm)
Seniors Friendship Club, Seniors Resource Centre 737-2333 (Fridays at 2pm)
Shambhala Meditation Group: Meditation helps us appreciate ourselves, others, and our world, free, Billy Rahl Fieldhouse-rear Elizabeth Towers 576-4727 (Wednesdays 7:30pm & Sundays 10am)
St John’s City Council Meeting: Refer to Council Agenda at www.stjohns.ca (posted Friday afternoon), Public welcome, City Hall-Council Chambers, 4th fl (Mondays at 4:30pm)
Super Trivia Night, Bitter’s Pub (Thursdays from 8pm-11pm)
Ten Thousand Villages: Discover the sights and sounds of Fair Trade by supporting artisans from around the world, MUN-The Landing (Thu Mar 11 from 10am-7pm)
The Pottle Centre: A social & recreation centre for consumers of mental health services. New members welcome, 323 Hamilton Ave 753-2143
The Rooms: Free admission, 9 Bonaventure Ave 757-8000 (Wednesdays 6pm-9pm)
Trivia Night, Rose & Thistle (Tuesdays)
Understanding & Managing Your Tinnitus: Free Workshop with audiologist Mark Gulliver, NL School for the Deaf Auditorium 753-0178 (Wed Mar 24 at 7pm)
Walk on Water: Get fit, meet people & learn the history of downtown, everyone welcome, free, Auntie Crae’s (Saturdays at 10am, rain or shine)
Wholistic Education Project Meeting: Would you like to learn more about Wholistic Education, Waldorf teaching methods and independent schooling? If you are interested in meeting to discuss starting a project, please feel free to attend our meeting, Dynamis Health Centre-95 Torbay Rd waysofbeingcounselling@gmail.com (Sat Mar 13 from 3pm-5pm)
Women’s Accordion Circle: An informal environment for women of all ages to perform, experiment & share stories about making music, Arts & Culture Centre-2nd Fl, Old Gallery 746-2399 (Mondays at 7:30pm)
