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Saturday, March 17
Books
1 p.m.
Azzo Rezori Book Signing Meet Azzo Rezori, author and retired CBC journalist. He will sign copies of his debut book “Ben Tucker’s Truck and Other Stories” at Broken Books, 245 Duckworth St., until 3 p.m.
Causes
10 a.m.
The Giving Closet
Stop by Posie Row and Co. until 6 p.m. and shop for gently used women’s clothing and accessories. Cash sales only. There will also be card readings. All proceeds from this event go toward the Newfoundland and Labrador Annual Breast Cancer Conference, which provides support to women in the province with breast cancer, such as therapeutic and educational information sessions.
Children
9:30 a.m.
Rockin’ Paddy’s Day Kids Party Bring the kids to the Johnson Geo Centre, you’ll feel lucky you did! Games and activity stations, panning for gold, and a movie (included with admission). Screenings of “Gnomeo & Juliet” at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Games
9 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day Dart Tournament A mixed dart tournament at Blackmarsh Legion. $10 per person includes soup and a roll. Prizes awarded for the 1st-, 2nd- and 3rdplace teams. Teams will be drawn randomly. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and darts gets underway at 10 a.m.
Live Music
9 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day at Green Sleeves Live music all day, starting with Anthony Mcdonald. Performances throughout the day and into the evening from Bob Taylor & Carl Peters, Eastern Passage, Kilkenny Krew, and Station Road. For full entertainment details, visit greensleevespub.ca.
11 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day at O’reilly’s Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a jam-packed lineup of Newfoundland favourites. Visit www.oreillyspub.com for full lineup, including Greeley’s Reel, Heel and Toe, The Masterless Men, The Bishops, Station Road, The Punters, Chris Hennessey, Fergus O’byrne, Bill Kelly and more.
12 p.m.
Big Irish Bash
Three venues, 10 bands, one big party at The Sundance, Beer Market, and Club One. $15 at the door. Includes performances throughout the day and evening from The Hooleygans, Alley Road, The Uglysticks, Chris Ryan Band, Wabana, Deacon Point, The Bishops, The Foggy Mountain Boys, Red Planes, Alley Road, and The Celtic Connection.
12:30 p.m. St. Patrick’s Weekend Celebration Turkey Joe’s has entertainment all day long, starting with Dave White at 12:30, Todd Scott at 3:30, Jeremy Dicks at 6:30, Derek Graham at 9:30, and a DJ starting after midnight.
3 p.m.
O’hara’s Launch Party Hosted by The Old Contemporaries at Bier Markt, with special performances by Luke & John and Strong Harbour Strings. No cover. All ages.
3:30 p.m.
Sons of Erin
The Sons of Erin are performing at the Elks Lodge for their annual Paddy’s Day party. $20 per person.
5 p.m.
Paddy’s at the Pub Newfoundland and Irish folk duo, The Dandelion Few, perform until 8 p.m. at Peter Easton. No cover.
6 p.m.
Bob Macdonald Performing at PJ Billingtons.
7 p.m.
Katie Power and Roxanne Delage Performing at The Battery Café. $5 cover.
8 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Day Concert with Sláinte
The Southern Shore Folk Arts Council presents Sláinte, with opening act Sean Sullivan and Rob Slaney, at the Regional Arts Centre/ Kavanagh Premises in Ferryland. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Tickets available at Ferryland Foodland, Cape Broyle Ultramar, Riverside Restaurant, SSFAC office or by calling 432-2052. 19+.
9 p.m.
Luck of the Luxus Rosemary Lawton and Taylor Wall perform at The Luxus Boutique Hotel and Lounge. Tickets available at kiosks inside North Atlantic Orangestores.
10 p.m.
Shamrock Out
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Rockhouse with performances from Rossiter, Avalon Stanley & The Isthmus, and Madison Strip. $10 cover. 19+.
Recreation
2:30 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Day Skate
Be sure to wear green for this free hour of skating at the Paradise Double Ice Complex, sponsored by 3% Realty. There will also be random draws and prizes for the most spirited outfit. Free cookies and hot chocolate. Admission is a nonperishable food item to support the Paradise/c.b.s. Food Bank. Helmets must be worn. For more information, email psilver@paradise.ca or call 782-6290.
Sunday, March 18
Causes
12 p.m.
The Giving Closet
Stop by Posie Row and Co. until 5 p.m. and shop for gently used women’s clothing and accessories. Cash sales only. There will also be card readings. All proceeds from this event go toward the Newfoundland and Labrador Annual Breast Cancer Conference, which provides support to women in the province with breast cancer, such as therapeutic and educational information sessions.
7:30 p.m.
Ouch! True Story Open Mike Some funny, some sad, all cringeworthy! Sign up at the door at The Ship (265 Duckworth St.) to tell your story. Show starts 8 p.m. Cover is $5 or Pay What You Can, with the full cover going to Stella’s Circle.
Children
1 p.m.
Sunday Funday
A fun-filled family afternoon with games and activities for family members of all abilities. Recreation staff will be on site to encourage fundamental movement skills and physical literacy through active free play. $3 per child two years and older, free for children under two and for caregivers.
Live Music
9 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day at Green Sleeves Live music throughout the day, including Anthony Mcdonald, Noel Worthman, The Navigators, Dave Whitty & Mark Manning, and Dave White. For full entertainment details, visit greensleevespub.ca.
10:30 a.m.
St. Patrick’s Day at O’reilly’s Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a jam-packed lineup of Newfoundland favourites. Visit www. oreillyspub.com for full lineup, including Greeley’s Reel, Heel and Toe, The Masterless Men, The Bishops, Station Road, The Punters, Chris Hennessey, Fergus O’byrne, Bill Kelly and more.
7 p.m.
Sunday String Session
What better way to spend your Sunday than supporting some of the best local talent the city has to offer? Join some of your favourite local musicians for the Sunday String Session, hosted by Matthew Hornell and Andrew Laite at Mill Street Brewpub.
10 p.m.
Hangover Kitchen Party CBTG’S presents the St. Patrick’s Hangover Kitchen Party, with performances from The Mighty Rovers, DJ Malone, and Joseph Mcginnis.
Social
1 p.m.
Sharing Our Cultures Interact with high school youth from diverse cultures, including China, Congo, Nepal, Nigeria and Syria, as they share their music, dance and stories. Performances by Eastern Owl, the Francophone Youth Band and the Prince of Wales Collegiate Chamber Choir. Admission to Sharing Our Cultures at The Rooms is free. Contact Dr. Lloydetta Quaicoe for more information: 726-1504 or lloydetta@ sharingourcultures.com.
2:30 p.m.
St. John’s Choir Afternoon Tea Doors open for the annual event at 2 p.m. at Cowan United Church, 141 Frecker Dr. Tickets $20. For tickets, call Paulette at 747-4760 or Linda at 579-6585.
Monday, March 19
Children
11 a.m.
Active Start Playgroup Parents and caregivers, get active with the little ones up to age five at this active playgroup. Recreation staff will be on site to develop fundamental movement skills and physical literacy through active play. Free for children under age two, and $3 per child aged two to five.
Live Music
6 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
10 p.m.
Damian Follett Performing at Green Sleeves.
Trivia
8 p.m.
Wing’n It Trivia Night
St. Paddy’s Day edition trivia at Wing’n It George Street. Free admission and lots of prizes. Call 2379464 to book a table.
Tuesday, March 20
Games
7 p.m.
Weekly Crib Game
The weekly crib game in support of Ronald Mcdonald House continues in the basement of St. Teresa’s Church. Admission is $5 per person, with a prize for the winner. There are many people able to teach the game as you go along, so no experience is required. All are welcome for an evening of fun while supporting a good cause.
Groups
7:30 p.m.
Inner Healing Ministry
Meets every Tuesday evening at the Wesley Church basement on Patrick Street. It is an hour of spiritual music, scripture and quiet time. It’s also a time to meet new people from all denominations. An hour away from the hustle and bustle of life. For more information, call Roger at 895-3499.
Live Music
6 p.m.
Andrew Rodgers Performing at Green Sleeves.
10 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
Meetings
12 p.m.
St. John’s Retired Citizens’ Association
Annual general meeting and election of board of directors of the St. John’s Retired Citizens’ Association will take place at 10 Bennett Ave. All paid members are urged to attend.
Seniors
10:30 a.m.
Gentle Yoga
Gentle yoga with Sherry Ryan at Coakers Meadow, Torbay Road. Each session is one hour and is ideal for seniors. A six-week session is $80. For more information or to register, contact info@sherryryan.com or 631-6138.