What’s happening this week
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Karma Ride
Ride at Bespoke Cycle in support of The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Minimum $10 donation to participate. Live Music 5 p.m.
Chris Hennessy Performing at O’reilly’s.
6:30 p.m.
Sharing the Voices Presents Instant Choir
A free, no-stress, no stringsattached singing experience for anyone. Show up to St. John’s City Hall, sing and have the best time ever. Working with an experienced song leader and an accompanist, participants learn one well-known song, then perform the song live online. Everyone welcome. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Singing begins at 7 p.m. Part of Chillfest.
7 p.m.
Adrian House
Adrian’s Almost Spring tour kickoff with two of St. John’s’ finest, Kira Sheppard and Jake Nicoll at the fab new location of Broken Books. $5 cover. Kids welcome.
8 p.m. Greeley’s Reel Performing at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m.
Lunar New Year Party Celebrate the beginning of the Lunar New Year at The Ship Pub with Thom Coombes opening the show, then Peter Rompkey’s band, My Noise, and as always, The Isthmus will be there to keep Avalon from floating away into the North Atlantic.
10:30 p.m.
Dave Mundy & The Best Kind Performing their new album from start to finish at The Black Sheep.
11:30 p.m.
The Punters Performing at O’reilly’s. Recreation 9 a.m.
Frosty’s Seniors Bowling Tournament
Part of the Frosty Festival at Paradise Bowl. For bowlers age 50 and over. $10 admission. Tournament runs until 1 p.m. Prizes, refreshments and a special appearance by Frosty. Call 747-1047 for more information.
7 p.m.
Snowshoe Hike
Guided snowshoe hike every Friday evening, with a new location each time. Offered by The Outfitters. Hikes are about 5 km and two hours long. $10 per person, or $40 for a seasons pass. Rentals available for $10. Contact Don Clarke at operations@theoutfitters.nf.ca.
8 p.m.
Everyone Welcome Swim Enjoy a free swim including toys, diving board, splash pad and slides at Paul Reynolds Community Centre. Open to all ages. Children under 8 must be supervised. Part of Chillfest. Theatre 8 p.m.
The Twilight Zone Presented by School Zone Productions. Back by popular demand, an
encore performance of the sold-out fall show at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre. Three more classic episodes by Rod Serling, performed live, adapted by Christopher Tobin. Call the box office: 729-3900. Saturday, Feb. 17 Art 12 p.m.
Real and Imagined
A solo exhibit by prolific artist Louise Sutton at The Leyton Gallery of Fine Art. A selection of works in oil, acrylic and mixed media, Louise drifts seamlessly between the worlds of representation and abstraction with a vibrant energy. Exhibit runs until Feb. 24. Children 10 a.m.
Easter Seals’ Winter Family Carnival A day of inclusive winter fun so the whole family can play together! Crafts, gym activities, camp fire, and a trail ride through Pippy Park. A hot lunch will be provided: chili/ soup, dinner rolls and dessert. Coffee/tea and nutritious snacks will be available throughout the day. Event runs until 4 p.m. Registration is $5 per person. Easter Seals House, 206 Mount Scio Rd. Live Music 1 p.m.
Mick Davis & Thin Love
New vinyl and CD celebration with a free show at Fred’s Records.
2:30 p.m.
Kitchen Party
Bring your instruments and join us at Johnson Geo Centre, free light refreshments will be provided. Free event runs until 4 p.m. Part of Chillfest.
5 p.m.
Billy Kelly Performing at O’reilly’s.
8 p.m. Greeley’s Reel Performing at O’reilly’s.
8:30 p.m.
Mick Davis & Thin Love “Touch the Moon” album release party at Exile at Jag Hotel. Tickets $10, available at Jag Hotel. Call 738-1524 for more information. Album for purchase at event (vinyl is $30, CD is $10). Come meet the band and get your album signed.
11:30 p.m.
The Punters Performing at O’reilly’s. Recreation 10 a.m. Snowshoeing at Bowring Park Snowshoes for all ages available to rent at the pool house until 4
p.m. Payment by debit or credit card only. One-hour rental is $5 per person, $10 for a family of three, and $15 for a family of four or more. Weather dependent and based on snow conditions. Call 737-3651.
12:30 p.m.
Snow Play and Sliding Party An afternoon of fun in Bowring Park. Build, colour and create in the snow, take a ride on the sliding hill and enjoy free hot chocolate. Free event. Weather dependent. Slides not provided. Runs until 2 p.m. by the pool house and sliding hill. Part of Chillfest.
4 p.m.
Community Sliding Time with Mark Critch
Join Mark Critch for two funfilled hours of sliding at Victoria Park. We’ll officially light up the sliding hill and recognize some of the donors who are helping to renew the park. Free hot chocolate compliments of Tim Hortons, and prizes. Event is weather and snow dependent. Part of Chillfest.
7:30 p.m.
Disco DJ Skating Party
Get your boogie on at Bannerman Park Loop for a free disco DJ skating party featuring live DJ, Slaylist. Disco costumes not required, but strongly encouraged. Event is weather and ice dependent. Part of Chillfest. Theatre 8 p.m.
The Twilight Zone Presented by School Zone Productions. Back by popular demand, an encore performance of the sold-out fall show at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre. Three more classic episodes by Rod Serling, performed live, adapted by Christopher Tobin. Call the box office: 729-3900. Sunday, Feb. 18 Children 1 p.m.
Mega Play
Free family fun with interactive games, bouncers, balloon twisting, reptiles, a tot spot and a quiet chillout zone. Noise cancelling headphones available. Event runs until 4 p.m. at St. Teresa’s Elementary School. Part of Chillfest. Parade 6:30 p.m.
Parade of Lights
Lighting up the night with dazzling colour. Meet at the Peter Pan statue, where the parade will kick off. With friends from OZFM, St. John’s Regional Fire Department, Waterford Valley cheerleaders, and many costumed characters. Event is weather dependent. Free event is part of Chillfest. Recreation 2 p.m.
Free Snowshoeing at Bowring Park Event is weather dependent and runs until 4:30 p.m. Snowshoes are available at the Bowring Park Pool House. Part of Chillfest.
6 p.m.
Easter Seals Inclusive Youth Dodgeball Tournament
Ages 13 to 18. Co-ed teams of six. All skill levels and abilities welcome. Register by e-mailing samantha@ eastersealsnl.ca. Location: Easter Seals NL (206 Mount Scio Rd.) Part of Chillfest. Live Music 3:30 p.m.
Sunday Traditional Session Fergus Brown O’byrne and Tony White co-host a traditional music session at O’reilly’s. Fun for the whole family. Bring an instrument to play along or just enjoy the music.
7 p.m.
Fergus O’byrne Performing at O’reilly’s.
10:30 p.m.
Con O’brien and Patrick Moran Performing at O’reilly’s. Monday, Feb. 19 Live Music 8:30 p.m.
Monday Night Social
Luke & John (folk country duo) host Monday nights at The Black Sheep all month long.
10:30 p.m.
Rum Ragged Performing at O’reilly’s. Tuesday, Feb. 20 Games 7 p.m.
Crib Game
Weekly crib game at St. Teresa’s Church (basement) in support of Ronald Mcdonald House. $5 admission. Prize for the winner. Call Andrew Walsh at 726-3935 for more information. Groups 1:30 p.m.
Caregivers Education and Support Program
Program for primary caregivers caring for a love one at home. Guest speaker will be Violet Ruelokke. Hosted by The Mount Pearl Seniors Independence Group. Program runs until 3 p.m. at Park Place Community Centre. Call 748-6485 to register.
7:30 p.m.
Inner Healing Ministry Meets every Tuesday at Wesley
Auditorium on Patrick Street. An hour of spiritual music and prayer, and a time to get in touch with yourself. All denominations are welcome. For more information, call Roger at 895-3499. Live Music 9 p.m.
Mark Manning Performing at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m.
Open Mike Night Hosted by Mark Manning at O’reilly’s.
Wednesday, Feb. 21 Children 11 a.m.
Active Start Playgroup Parents and caregivers can get active with the little ones at Paul Reynolds Community Centre. Recreation staff on site to develop physical literacy through active play. $3 per child between ages two and five. Under age two is free. Groups 7 p.m.
Cabot Toastmasters Club Is nervousness with public speaking holding you back? Drop in to our meeting at Mount Pearl City Hall to learn what we’re all about. For more information, visit www.cabottoastmasters.wordpress.com. Live Music 7 p.m.
Chris Hennessy Performing at O’reilly’s.
10:30 p.m.
Heel N Toe Performing at O’reilly’s. Thursday, Feb. 22 Children 10 a.m.
Active Playgroup Recreation staff are on site at Paul Reynolds Community Centre to encourage active play and facilitate opportunities for story time, music, and creative play for lots of activity and fun. For children up to five years old and their caregivers. $3 per child, no cost for children under six months old.