What’s happening this week
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SATURDAY, APRIL 21 Causes 9:30 a.m. Book Sale
The Friends of the St. John’s Public Libraries is holding a large book sale in support of library programs and collections. The sale will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the A.C. Hunter Library’s community room. Cash only.
11 a.m.
Vendors Market for Ronald Mcdonald House
Come shop and take a stroll through our vendors market at Spruce Hills Community Church, 1496 Topsail Rd., and support the programs and services at Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Newfoundland and Labrador. You will find special gifts, handmade crafts, art, skincare and makeup, and natural products. Approximately 20 vendors will sell their products and merchandise. Coffee and tea will be available on site. There will also be a face-painting station. Admission is by donation to Ronald Mcdonald House. For questions or vendor information, contact Andrea Newbury by phone at 770-2813 or 237-4659 or by email at newbury.andrea@gmail.com.
Groups
11 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous meets every Saturday in the Carnell Building, 13-15 Pippy Pl. For more information, call 738-1742.
Live Music 5 p.m. Bill Kelly
Performing at O’reilly’s.
6:30 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
7:30 p.m. Spring Spectacular
The Anchormen Barbershop Chorus
and Quartets are pleased to present our “Spring Spectacular” show at the D.F. Cook Recital Hall. Special guest performers include Close Quarters Barbershop Quartet, The New Upsilon Singers and soloist Julia Halfyard. Tickets are $20 each and available by calling Brian at 330-0889.
8 p.m. Greeley’s Reel
Performing at O’reilly’s.
11 p.m. Chris Ryan Trio
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
11:30 p.m. Tarahan
Performing at O’reilly’s.
SUNDAY, APRIL 22 Books
3 p.m.
‘Walking Towards Sunrise’ book launch
Come celebrate the launch of the late Frank Gronich’s book “Walking Towards Sunrise” at the Bally Haly Country Club from 3-4 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Copies of Gronich’s book can be purchased at the event.
Causes
12 p.m. Earth Day Fair
This year The Fluvarium has partnered with the Newfoundland and Labrador Environment Network to host the annual Earth Day Fair, a family-friendly event with free admission. Cash donations will be accepted and split between the food bank and The Fluvarium. Non-perishable food donations also accepted. There will be ideas and activities for adults, youth and families alike who want to take the next step or be inspired. For more information, contact Denise at 754-3474.
Live Music 1 p.m. Trend
Fred’s Records presents Trend’s new release celebration and special performance — a free one-hour show and signing session post-performance. All are welcome.
3:30 p.m.
Sunday Traditional Session
Each Sunday until 6:30 p.m., Fergus Brown O’byrne and Tony O’brien co-host the Sunday Traditional Session at O’reilly’s. Fun for the whole family. Bring an instrument and play along, or just enjoy the music.
7 p.m. Dave Whitty
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
Fergus O’byrne
Performing at O’reilly’s.
10:30 p.m.
Con O’brien & Patrick Moran
Performing at O’reilly’s.
11 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
MONDAY, APRIL 23 Seniors
10:30 a.m. Seniors’ Walking Group
Looking to go for a walk, but find it too cold or slippery? We have an amazing walking group at Cowan Heights United Church. Join us in the auditorium Monday, Wednesday, and Friday each week from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Admission is $1.
Children
11 a.m.
Active Start Playgroup
Caregivers get active with the little ones up to age five at the Paul Reynolds Community Centre’s active playgroup. Recreation staff will be on site to develop fundamental movement skills and physical literacy through active play. Cost is $3 per child aged two to five. Children under age two can participate free of charge.
Art Ongoing Artssmarts deadline
Artsnl is accepting online applications from schools, school boards or groups of schools to operate Artssmarts projects. Artssmarts provides funding to schools to bring professional artists into the classroom to help teachers and students integrate arts activities into non-arts subject areas. The application deadline is May 31 (for projects starting after Sept. 15, 2018 and completed by June 22, 2019). Visit https://artsnl.smartsimple.ca to apply. Contact Artsnl with any questions at 866-7262212 (toll-free).
Live Music 6 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
10 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
TUESDAY, APRIL 24 Art
11 a.m. ‘Pause’
“Pause” features watercolours and mixed media drawings by Tia Connolly, Bonnie Leyton, Virginia Mitford and April White. All of the works invite viewers to take a moment to pause and consider an overlooked moment or experience. This exhibition will be at The Leyton Gallery of Fine Art until May 6.
Causes 7 p.m. Weekly Crib Game
A weekly crib game in support of Ronald Mcdonald House happens every Tuesday evening in the basement at St. Teresa’s Church. $5 admission. Prize for the winner. Everyone welcome. Contact Andrew Walsh at 726-3935 for more information.
Groups
7:30 p.m.
Inner Healing Ministry
This group meets every Tuesday evening at the Wesley Church basement on Patrick Street. It is an hour of spiritual music, scripture, and quiet time – an hour away from the hustle and bustle of life. It’s also a great chance to meet new people from all denominations. 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. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
Open Mike Night
Hosted by Mark Manning at O’reilly’s.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 Games
12 p.m. Lunch and Bridge
Lunch and bridge every Wednesday at the Remax Centre in St. John’s. Contact Shirley Kelly at 754-3260 to register.
Groups 10 a.m.
Boxing to Beat Parkinson’s Presented by Parkinson Society NL, a specialized exercise program at Boxfit, 878 Topsail Rd., for Parkinson’s patients using boxing techniques. Classes are free and happen every Wednesday. Call 754-4428 for details.
10:30 a.m. Beginner Guitar Lessons
Held every Wednesday morning until noon at the St. John’s Retired Citizens’ Association, 10 Bennett Ave. $5 per session. Open to the public.
Live Music 6:30 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
7 p.m. Chris Hennessy
Performing at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
10:30 p.m. Heel ’N’ Toe
Performing at O’reilly’s.
THURSDAY, APRIL 26 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.
Games 8 p.m. Bingo
Bingo at Blackmarsh Legion. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Bitters Trivia Night
Join hosts Clay and Eryn at Bitters Pub. Test your knowledge and win awesome prizes.
Trivia Matters
Join host Geoff Inder for trivia every Thursday night at The Station.
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 & Carl Peters
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
11:30 p.m. Ceiligh
Performing at O’reilly’s.
FRIDAY, APRIL 27 Live Music 4 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.
5 p.m. Chris Hennessy
Performing at O’reilly’s.
7 p.m.
Belles, Blues and Boogie
What better way to shake off the last of the winter doldrums than by lacing on your dancing shoes. Les Ms., under the direction of Dr. Valerie Long, is returning to rock the Masonic Temple along with the award-winning Lori Cooper Band, in two nights of music ranging from ballads to blues, and jive to jazz. Doors open at 6 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres and snacks available. Cash bar. 50-50 draw. Tickets are limited and are $35 each. Contact info@lesms.ca.
8 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves Pub. 12 a.m.
Good Time Charlie Performing at Green Sleeves Pub.