What’s happening this week
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TUESDAY, FEB. 20 Children 6 p.m. Game on!
Youth games and pizza party night for youth ages 12-16 at the Town of Portugal Cove. Enjoy a night with friends playing video games on various gaming systems. Registration required. Call Mike at 895-5671.
Comedy 8:30 p.m. Bittersweet Comedy
Standup comedy at Bitters Pub hosted by Lindsay Barron.
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 11 a.m.
Freelance Musicians’ Meet-up
Bringing together local freelance musicians. Carole Bestvater is hosting this month’s meet-up at Jumping Bean in the TD Building on Duckworth Street.
1:30 p.m. Caregivers Education and Support Program
Program for primary caregivers caring for a loved 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 p.m.
Sit and Knit
Get together to knit, share patterns and chat with friends at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre. Participants aged 10 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your knitting project. $3 per person.
7:30 p.m.
Inner Healing Ministry
Meetings 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 6 p.m. Andrew Rodgers
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
9 p.m. Mark Manning
Performing at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m. Open Mike Night
Hosted by Mark Manning at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21 Books 2:30 p.m. Author Reading with Fred Humber
Love true crime and mystery
books? As part of A.C. Hunter Public Library’s “Love Our Local Authors Month,” Fred Humber will read from his novel “Death at the Harbourview Café.” Call 737-2133 to register.
Children 11 a.m.
Active Start Playgroup
Parents and caregivers can get active with the little ones at the 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.
Classes 6 p.m. Paint & Tea
Program hosted by June Walker-wilson at the A.C. Hunter Public Library. A positive space for everyone to experiment with art. No previous experience required. Wear old clothes. All materials, tea and coffee will be provided. Program intended for adults only. Call 737-3950 to register.
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.
Iris Group
A bi-weekly support group meeting at Waterford Hospital Lions Club for people affected by mental illness. For more information, call Dave at 777-3335.
Games 8 p.m. Bingo
Weekly Bingo at Mazol Shrine Centre.
Violence Prevention Trivia Night
February is Violence Prevention Month. Donate $5 to participate in this special trivia night at Bitters Pub. Awesome prizes. 19+ event.
Live Music 6 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
7 p.m. Chris Hennessy
Performing at O’reilly’s.
Tunes & Tales from Pigeon Inlet Come to The Rooms for an evening of local humour and authentic Newfoundland folk music with Kelly Russell. The performance features the classic “Tales from Pigeon Inlet” by Kelly’s father, Ted Russell, plus the music and stories from his travels. Program included with the cost of admission to The Rooms.
9 p.m. Dave Penny
Performing at The Ship Pub.
10 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
10:30 p.m. Heel N Toe
Performing at O’reilly’s.
Social 6:30 p.m. Moose Dinner
The Kirk is hosting a moose dinner and silent auction. Tickets $25. To purchase tickets, call 726-5385.
Theatre 8 p.m. Blithe Spirit
Lighthearted and endearing, this otherworldly classic is sure to tickle your goosebumps. Written by Noël Coward and directed by Christine Young. Onstage at the Barbara Barrett Theatre. Tickets available at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre box office.
THURSDAY, FEB. 22 Children 10 a.m. Active Playgroup
Recreation staff are on site at the 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.
Community 5:30 p.m.
Tool Library Community Night
The St. John’s Tool Library’s first community night/open house. Drop by the library at 151 Empire Ave. to see demonstrations on safe tool use, plan projects, learn more about the library or become a library member.
Games 8 p.m. Bingo
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. at the Blackmarsh Legion. Bingo begins at 8 p.m. Canteen available.
History 2:30 p.m.
The Life and Death of the S.S. Florizel
It’s been 100 years since the S.S. Florizel crashed off Horn Head, Cappahayden, killing 93 passengers and crew. The “Original Shipster,” Heather Elliott, will be at The Rooms to talk about the history of the ship, the disaster and the investigation into her demise. Program included with the cost of admission to The Rooms.
7:30 p.m.
The Untold Story of the Labrador Court, 1826-1833
Rhodes Scholar Augustus G. Lilly, QC, presents this month’s lecture for the Newfoundland and Labrador Historical Society at Hampton Hall (Marine Institute).
Live Music 5 p.m. Fergus O’byrne
Performing at O’reilly’s. 6:30
p.m. Rob Cook
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
8 p.m.
Irish Descendants
Performing at O’reilly’s.
11 p.m.
Mark Manning and Carl Peters
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
11:30 p.m. Ceiligh
Performing at O’reilly’s.
Theatre 8 p.m. Blithe Spirit
Lighthearted and endearing, this otherworldly classic is sure to tickle your goosebumps. Written by Noël Coward and directed by Christine Young. Onstage at the Barbara Barrett Theatre. Tickets available at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre box office.
FRIDAY, FEB. 23 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 Saturday.
Causes 6:30 p.m. Karma Ride
Ride at Bespoke Cycle in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Minimum $10 donation to participate.
7:30 p.m.
Charity Poker Tournament
Jorja’s Journeys will soon be on another mission of global impact and empowerment this March in Knysna, South Africa. Buy in for the charity poker fundraiser at the Bella Vista is $40. Lots of prizes, baked goods, and food for purchase. Call Janine for more information at 699-2405.
Live Music 4 p.m. Rob Cook
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
4:30 p.m. Randy Matthews
Performing at Fionn Maccool’s.
6 p.m. Bill Kelly
Performing at O’reilly’s.
7 p.m. Florian Hoefner Trio
Performing at The Black Sheep. $10 cover.
8 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
9 p.m.
Emblem & Electrikompany
Performing at CBTG’S. $7 cover. Masterless Men Performing at O’reilly’s.
SAK Presents: A Night at Pete’s Performing at The Peter Easton Pub: Smart Alec Kids, Lexi Hicks, Trouser, and Lo Siento. $10 cover.
9:30 p.m. Signal Hill
Performing at Club One. Advance tickets $15.
10 p.m. Carlyle
Performing at The Rockhouse, with Har_soul opening. $7 cover. Two Guitars Clash, Psychobilly Cadillacs, Colleen Power Band Performing at The Ship Pub.
10:30 p.m.
Peter Willie Youngtree & The Blooms
Performing at The Black Sheep. $10 cover.
12 a.m. Black Sheep
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
Recreation 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 season pass. Rentals available for $10. Contact Don Clarke at operations@theoutfitters.nf.ca.
Sports 6 p.m. Sea-hawks Basketball
Come cheer on your Memorial University Sea-hawks as they take on Saint Mary’s at The Works. Women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m.
Theatre 8 p.m. Blithe Spirit
Lighthearted and endearing, this otherworldly classic is sure to tickle your goosebumps. Written by Noël Coward and directed by Christine Young. Onstage at the Barbara Barrett Theatre. Tickets available at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre box office.