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Tuesday, May 22 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 866726-2212 (toll-free).
Classes
Upcoming
Annual Rug School
The early bird registration deadline for the Rug Hooking Guild NL’S Annual Rug School is coming up May 31. If you plan to attend or want more information, visit rhgnl.ca or call 699-1502.
10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. Wisdom Healing Qigong
Come “Awaken the Energy Within”! Relax! EN-JOY! Weekly wellness classes with Sheila Leonard at The Lantern, 35 Barnes Rd. Classes are ongoing now through June, at 10:30 a.m. for the beyond beginners’ class and 1:30 p.m. for the beginners’ class. Focus on postural alignment, gentle repetitive movements, visualization, sound and focused attention. Call 727-7863 or visit www.sheilaleonard.ca for more information.
Groups
7:30 p.m.
Inner Healing Ministry
Where do you go to find peace and harmony? Inner Healing Ministry meets each Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Wesley Church basement on Patrick Street. Come and experience an hour of spiritual music, scripture and quiet time, and 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.
10 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
Ongoing
NSO welcomes The Tenors
The Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra (NSO) is happy to announce that tickets are on sale now for the NSO Exxonmobil Big Ticket, the NSO’S annual fundraiser. The concert will take place on Oct. 11 at Mile One Centre and will feature The Tenors, backed by the NSO. A decade after forming in their native Canada, The Tenors are an international success story. With their robust singing and seamless blend of classical and contemporary pop textures, Victor Micallef, Clifton Murray and Fraser Walters have scored multi-platinum sales, performed for the likes of Oprah Winfrey and Queen Elizabeth II, and shared stages with superstars such as Paul Mccartney and Justin Bieber. Tickets, including a limited number of VIP meet-and-greet packages, can be purchased through the Mile One Centre box office, by phone at 576-7657 or online at www. mileonecentre.com.
Public Lecture
7:30 p.m.
Family History Society
This Family History Society public lecture is presented by David Pike on the topic, “Autosomal DNA and its Genealogical Implications.” The lecture takes place at Hampton Hall, Marine Institute on Ridge Road. The society’s annual general meeting will also take place. Admission is free and parking is available. Open to the public.
Social
Upcoming
Flipper Dinner
Wesley United Church will hold two flipper dinners (with dessert and tea/ coffee) on Thursday, May 24 and Thursday, June 7, both starting at 6 p.m. This will be eat-in only (no takeout available). Tickets are $25 and will be valid on the night for which they are purchased. You can buy your tickets now by calling Phoebe at 726-1689, Joan at 368-0434, Marvin at 579-7900 or the church office at 579-3682.
Wednesday, May 23 Classes
10:30 a.m.
T’ai Chi Chih
Come “Awaken the Energy Within”! Relax! EN-JOY! Weekly wellness classes with Sheila Leonard at The Lantern (35 Barnes Rd.). Classes are ongoing now through June, at 10:30 a.m. for new and returning students. Includes 20 gentle, repetitive movements that help increase the flow of our natural energy. Call 727-7863 or visit www.sheilaleonard.ca for more information.
Lecture
7 p.m.
Mysticism & Music
An animated talk on Alexander Scriabin by Joe Argentino and Stephen Eckert at the Suncor Hall. This is a free event presented by the Tuckamore Festival and Cox & Palmer. Russian composer Alexander Scriabin (1871-1915) lived a short life, but the scope of his musical journey was extensive. This presentation will touch on some of his early works, describe the composer’s undeniable eccentricity, and ultimately focus on his atonal masterpiece, “Vers La Flamme.”
Live Music
6 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
10 p.m.
Damian Follett Performing at Green Sleeves.
Radio
7 p.m.
VOWR’S Guest Interview
Host Barbara De Land speaks with Kelly Mansell, CEO of Rocket Bakery, who enthusiastically talks about the well-known bakery, fresh food, and catering business located on Water Street. Rocket is the successor to Auntie Crae’s, also well-known and much-loved. Listen at VOWR am 800, VOWR.ORG, cable radio Rogers 956, Bell Aliant 745.
Thursday, May 24 Classes
1:30 p.m.
T’ai Chi Chih
Come “Awaken the Energy Within”! Relax! EN-JOY! Weekly wellness classes with Sheila Leonard at The Lantern (35 Barnes Rd.). This Beyond Beginners class is ongoing now through June at 1:30 p.m. Refining our practice of the 20 gentle repetitive movements, helping further increase the flow of our natural energy. Call 727-7863 or visit www. sheilaleonard.ca for more information.
Live Music
6:30 p.m.
Rob Cook Performing at Green Sleeves.
7:30 p.m.
An Evening of Music and Song Come enjoy an evening of great music and familiar songs with the St. James Guitar Group at the St. James United Church sanctuary (330 Elizabeth Ave.). $10 at the door. Proceeds will support the church’s programs and outreach ministry. For more information, call the church office at 722-1881. This is an accessible venue.
11 p.m.
Mark Manning & Carl Peters Performing at Green Sleeves.
Social
6 p.m.
Flipper Dinner
Wesley United Church is hosting a flipper dinner with dessert, tea, and
coffee for $25. Eat in only, no take out available. Call Pheobe Sheppard at 726-1689, Joan Strickland at 368-0434 or the Church office at 579-3682.
Theatre
8 p.m.
‘Noises Off’
Nothing On Productions puts on “Noises Off,” by Michael Frayn, at the LSPU Hall May 24-26 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 27 at 2 p.m. Directed by Janet O’reilly, the play about a play features Jill Kennedy, George Robertson, Phil Goodridge, Kim Drake, Chris Panting, Alexis Keotting, Stephanie Curran, Ryan Butt and Michael Nolan. Tickets are available online at www.rca.nf.ca or at the LSPU Hall box office.
Friday, May 25 Live Music
4 p.m.
Rob Cook Performing at Green Sleeves.
7 p.m.
Girls Rock NL Open Mike Series Join host Paige Penney at Jumping Bean Coffee on Elizabeth Avenue for an open mike that is open to all performers age 18 and younger. Free admission. Everyone welcome.
Open Mike
The St. John’s Retired Citizens Association’s open mike show is held on the last Friday of each month at 10 Bennett Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Admission is $5. Canteen service is available. Come along and bring your friends!
8 p.m.
Damian Follett Performing at Green Sleeves.
12 a.m.
Andrew Rodgers & Brad Tuck Performing at Green Sleeves.
Saturday, May 26 Causes
10 a.m.
Garage Sale
This garage sale at St. Andrew’s Church (the corner of Long’s Hill and Queen’s Road) runs until 12:30 p.m. and includes kitchenware, clothes, toys, linens, books, sporting goods, and more. Admission is $1.
Flowers
12 p.m.
Spring Flower Show
The Newfoundland Horticultural Society (NHS) and the floral design group are having their annual spring flower show. Join us today and tomorrow at MUN Botanical Garden. Come see what can be grown locally! On display will be cuttings from NHS members’ gardens, floral design group arrangements and posies made from local materials. The show runs until 5 p.m. today. Free admission to the display room.
Live Music
6:30 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
11 p.m.
Andrew Rodgers & Brad Tuck Performing at Green Sleeves.
Social
2 p.m.
BBQ
The local chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association is holding its annual BBQ from 2 to 4 p.m. at the North Bank Lodge in Pippy Park. There will be lots of gluten free food as well as entertainment for children. All are welcome. If you want more information or would like to attend, please call Nancy at 727-8038.
Shopping
10 a.m.
Garage Sale
A garage sale at the Kirk Hall, on the corner of Queen’s Road and Long’s Hill, to support the church and its daily operations. Admission is $1. Tables will include an assortment of items for sale, ranging from kitchenware to clothes, and toys to books. Sale ends at 12:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 27 Causes
Upcoming
Gutsy Walk for Crohn’s and Colitis The Eastern Avalon Chapter of Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is holding its annual Gutsy Walk event next week on Sunday, June 3 at St. Theresa’s School on Mundy Pond Road. The fun family event takes place across Canada each year to raise funds for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis research and patient programs. Event registration begins at 1 p.m. and the walk starts at 2 p.m. around Mundy Pond. Refreshments will be served after the walk and there will be fun activities for kids. Anyone interested in participating in Gutsy Walk, or volunteering for the event, can call Marion Organ at 895-7728 or email: marionorgan@yahoo.ca.