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Tuesday, Feb. 27 Careers
7 p.m.
Career Fair
WRDC and SDP invite women of all ages to attend a career fair for the West White Rose Project at Fairfield Inn & Suites (199 Kenmount Rd.). Bring your resume.
Children
3:30 p.m.
Pokemon Club
For Pokemon-loving kids aged 6-12. Bring your Pokemon cards to Marjorie Mews Public Library to play, talk about your favourite Pokemon, and more. Please register by calling 737-3020.
Games
7 p.m.
Crib Game
Weekly crib game at the 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.
7:30 p.m.
Tuesday Trivia
Join us at Element Coffee Bar & Lounge for an evening of ridiculous and sometimes hilarious useless knowledge fun! Your team can consist of anywhere from one to four players.
Groups
7:30 p.m.
Inner Healing Ministry
Meets every Tuesday at Wesley Auditorium on Patrick Street. An hour of spiritual music, prayer and a time to get in touch with yourself. All denominations are welcome. For more information, call Roger at 895-3499.
History
7:30 p.m.
N.L. Family History Society Lecture Ed Wade will present this lecture. Ed is a native of Flatrock who currently lives in St. John’s and works at the Faculty of Education at MUN. His topic is “The History of Flatrock and the History of the Wade Family.” The public is invited to join us at Hampton Hall, Marine Institute. Admission is free and parking is available.
Live Music
6 p.m.
Andrew Rodgers Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
8 p.m.
Civilized Animals & Gene Phillips Performing at The Ship Pub. Tickets $10 (Gene Phillips’ “East Grey” included with ticket purchase). Darrell Power Performing at The Black Sheep. Winter Island Tour Matthew Byrne and Sherman Downey are teaming up again for the fourth edition of their Winter Island Tour and for the very first time they’ll bring their unique collaboration to the LSPU Hall. For more information, visit: www.winterislandtour.com.
9 p.m.
Mark Manning Performing at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
Open Mike Night
Hosted by Mark Manning at O’reilly’s.
Wednesday, Feb. 28 Children
10 a.m.
Little Explorers
Come along to Manuels River for an engaging and interactive hour of stories, songs, activities, and play, as we learn about the world around us. $7 per child or free with membership (free for parents/guardians). No pre-registration required. This program is designed for children 2 to 4 years old and their caregivers.
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.
3:30 p.m.
Afterschool Movie
Join us at Manuels River for the movie “Ice Age” in our comfortable theatre. We’ll provide the popcorn. $5 per person or free for members. No pre-registration required. Children under 11 years old must attend with a parent/guardian. Worms and Dirt Presented by Agriculture in the Classroom at Mount Pearl Public Library. The session includes an interactive activity with worms and dirt, and specialists who will answer questions about how kids can start their own garden. Intended for children ages 6-11. Please register for this program at the library, or by calling 368-3603.
7 p.m.
Evening Storytime
Join us for bedtime stories at Michael Donovan Public Library. Pajamas and stuffed toys are welcome, and caregiver participation is encouraged. Please pre-register by calling 737-2621.
Games
Noon
Lunch and Bridge
Come down for lunch and bridge every Wednesday at the Remax Centre in St. John’s. Contact Shirley Kelly at 754-3260 to register.
8 p.m.
Bingo
Weekly bingo at Mazol Shrine Centre (530 Topsail Rd.).
Trivia Night
Trivia, fun, and lots of prizes at The Sundance. More information at www.sundanceongeorge.com.
Groups
10:30 a.m.
Beginner Guitar Lessons
Held every Wednesday morning until noon for the next 12 weeks at St. John’s Retired Citizens’ Association
(10 Bennett Ave.). $5 per session. Open to the public.
Live Music
6 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
7 p.m.
Chris Hennessy Performing at O’reilly’s.
Open Mic Night
All performers welcome at The Battery Café. Signup starts 6:30 p.m. Amp and mic available. Free admission, and free coffee or tea for performers.
9 p.m.
Folk Night Trad Session Hosted by Stan Pickett 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.
Thursday, March 1 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.
Comedy
9 p.m.
Jokes at John’s
Comedy night at Trapper John’s hosted by Nicole Downton. Headliner: Lindsay Barron. No cover.
Games
7 p.m.
“Friends” Trivia Night
Come to Manuels River to prove that you are the ultimate “Friends” sitcom fan! Pre-registration recommended. For tickets ($10) call 834-2099 ext. 206. Teams of up to 6 people. Light snacks provided and prizes for the winning team. Cash bar available, ID required. 8 p.m.
Bingo
Bingo at Blackmarsh Legion. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Canteen available. Bitters Trivia
Test your knowledge with Ted and Griffin at Bitters Pub. Several chances to win awesome prizes.
Live Music
7:30 p.m.
Our Lady Peace & Matthew Good Performing at Mile One Centre. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Tickets on sale now: call the box office at 5767657 or visit www.mileonecentre. com.
10:30 p.m.
Hip Hop Open Mic Monthly hip hop open mic at Distortion. No cover.
Photography
2:30 p.m.
Anthony M. Tooton
The Tooton’s processed and printed more than 100 million rolls of film in our province. This family documented our people, places and history. Anthony Tooton will be at The Rooms to give a presentation about this important family. This program is included with the cost of general admission.
Theatre
8 p.m.
A Night of Sam Shepard
Two short plays: “Action” and “Cowboy Mouth” at Barbara Barrett Theatre (St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre). Tickets ($25/$20) available by calling 729-3900 or online at artsandculturecentre.com.
Friday, March 2 Sports
7 p.m.
St. John’s Edge Basketball Versus KW Titans at Mile One Centre. Doors open 6 p.m.
Theatre
8 p.m.
A Night of Sam Shepard
Two short plays: “Action” and “Cowboy Mouth” at Barbara Barrett Theatre (St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre). Tickets ($25/$20) available by calling 729-3900 or online at artsandculturecentre.com.
Saturday, March 3 Live Music
8 p.m.
NSO Sinfonia 3: Celebrate the Big Land
Conclusion of the Sinfonia series with Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra and Lady Cove Women’s Choir, under the direction of Kellie Walsh, at the Basilica. Featuring selections which highlight and celebrate Labrador. For more information, visit: www.nsomusic.ca.
Sports
7 p.m.
St. John’s Edge Basketball Versus KW Titans at Mile One Centre. Doors open 6 p.m.
Theatre
2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
A Night of Sam Shepard
Two short plays: “Action” and “Cowboy Mouth” at Barbara Barrett Theatre (St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre). Tickets ($25/$20) available by calling 729-3900 or online at artsandculturecentre.com. Matinee (2 p.m.) is $10.
Sunday, March 4 Causes
10:30 a.m.
6th annual Spare Some Love Bowling
In support of Ronald Mcdonald House. Held at Plaza Bowl, there are two times to choose from: morning bowling at 10:30 a.m., or afternoon at 2:30 p.m. Bowlers of all skill levels welcome. Organize your team, and “Spare” Some Love for the families at Ronald Mcdonald House. Tickets on an escalating 50/50 draw also available. Call 738-0000.
Groups
6:30 p.m.
Wesley Church Men’s Choir – Service
The Wesley Men’s Choir and Rev. Bill Mercer, along with special guests Deborah and Keith Collins, will hold a service and singa-long starting at 6:50 p.m. All are welcome.
Tuesday, March 6 Sports
7 p.m.
St. John’s Edge Basketball Versus Halifax at Mile One Centre. Doors open 6 p.m.
Wednesday, March 7 Games
Noon
Lunch and Bridge
Come down for lunch and bridge every Wednesday at the Remax Centre in St. John’s. Contact Shirley Kelly at 754-3260 to register.
Groups
10:30 a.m.
Beginner Guitar Lessons
Held every Wednesday morning until noon at St. John’s Retired Citizens’ Association (10 Bennett Ave.). $5 per session. Open to the public.
7 p.m.
Cabot Toastmasters Club
Is fear of 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, simply Google “Cabot Toastmasters”.