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Wednesday, June 6 Children
Ongoing
Fluvarium’s Summer Nature Camps
Registration is now open for The Fluvarium’s summer nature camps, designed to capture the interest and the imagination of young campers ages six through 12. Fish on Long Pond, swim at the Aquarena, relax in the forest and explore nature through engaging and thought-provoking programs. Camp cost is $165 (plus HST) and campers will be provided with a T-shirt. Limited space is available, and some weeks fill fast, so call 754-3474 to register.
5 p.m.
FISHCRAFT
Join Fishing for Success at Rocket Bakery from 5-8 p.m. for a familyfriendly evening of hands-on activities that are all about fish and fishing. Learn ancient skills of weaving rope and knitting net — but with a modern twist all your own. Make your very own souvenir to keep. Learn skills that have been handed down through Newfoundland and Labrador families for generations.
Classes
10 a.m.
Boxing to Beat Parkinson’s Presented by the Parkinson Society Newfoundland and Labrador, this is a specialized exercise program for Parkinson’s patients using boxing techniques. These one-hour classes are free, and are offered every Wednesday at Boxfit, 878 Topsail Rd. Call 7544428 for details.
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 throughout 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.
Art
1 p.m.
Dave Hoddinott
Dave Hoddinott is the artist-inresidence at the Heritage Shop, 309 Water St., until June 17. Visit Dave at the second-floor gallery, where you can watch him paint and view his artwork every Wednesday through Sunday from 1-5 p.m.
Radio
7 p.m.
VOWR’S Guest Interview Rebroadcast of host Barbara De Land’s conversation with Sheila Miller, who learned about and took part in a challenging climbing expedition to the Nepalese base camp of Mount Everest in order to raise funds for True Patriot Love, a foundation which supports war veterans struggling to rejoin civilian life. She describes the climb and what it meant to her. Listen at VOWR am 800, VOWR.ORG, cable radio Rogers 956, Bell Aliant 745.
Groups
7:30 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous meets at St. James United Church on Elizabeth Avenue every Wednesday. For more information, call 7381742.
Games
8 p.m.
Bingo
Weekly bingo at the Mazol Shrine Centre, 530 Topsail Rd.
Live Music
6 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
7 p.m.
Chris Hennessy Performing at O’reilly’s.
10 p.m.
Damian Follett Performing at Green Sleeves.
10:30 p.m.
Heel ’N’ Toe Performing at O’reilly’s.
Thursday, June 7 Art
5 p.m.
Brushes with Nature
An exhibition of works by Monday’s Company at Memorial University Botanical Garden, 306 Mt. Scio Rd. Monday’s Company have been painting with Diana Dabinett for 25 years. The opening reception for this exhibit is from 5-7 p.m. The exhibition runs from June 8 to July 12. As the room is sometimes in use, phone ahead to make sure the exhibition is open. Call 864-8590.
Children
3:30 p.m.
Pride Storytime
We are celebrating pride all month long at the A.C. Hunter Library. Come and hear songs and stories about inclusion by an ally from the public library. Call 7373953 to register.
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 throughout 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 7277863 or visit www.sheilaleonard. ca for more information.
History
7 p.m.
Living History Tour
Join us at The Annex at Admiralty House for a unique living history tour of our “Faces of the Florizel” exhibit. Let our historical performers take you back in time with vivid depictions of the sad night the SS Florizel was lost. Hear their stories, feel what they felt, learn how the survivors were affected for the rest of their lives. Space is limited — reserve your tickets by calling 748-1124. Tickets are $20 per person. Snacks and refreshments provided after the performance.
Live Music
5 p.m.
Fergus O’byrne Performing at O’reilly’s.
6:30 p.m.
Rob Cook Performing at Green Sleeves.
8 p.m.
Irish Descendants Performing at O’reilly’s.
11 p.m.
Glory Days Performing at Green Sleeves.
11:30 p.m. Ceiligh Performing at O’reilly’s.
Retreat
Upcoming
T’ai Chi Chih Retreat
Come awaken the energy within this Saturday, June 9. Relax! ENJOY! This retreat runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Virginia Water Retreat House, 47 Parsonage Dr. (off Logy Bay Road). Practice, review, and reflection time. For new and returning participants. Treat yourself! Please pre-register. Call Sheila at 727-7863 for more information or visit www.sheilaleonard.ca.
Friday, June 8 Causes
9 a.m.
Retired Citizens Flea Market Donations can be dropped off Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 10 Bennett Ave. for the St. John’s Retired Citizens Association’s giant flea market happening Saturday.
Fundraiser
8 p.m.
A Night of Hypnosis
Come support the fundraising efforts of the Engineering Grad Committee of 2019 at the Bella Vista. Enjoy a hypnotist show by Gary Summers that will surely impress. Tickets are $20 and the bar will be open. 19+. For tickets, call Julia at 746-2797.
Live Music
4 p.m.
Rob Cook Performing at Green Sleeves.
5 p.m.
Chris Hennessy Performing at O’reilly’s.
8 p.m.
Damian Follett Performing at Green Sleeves.
Greeley’s Reel Performing at O’reilly’s.
11:30 p.m.
Heel ’N’ Toe Performing at O’reilly’s.
12 a.m.
Foggy Bottom Boys Performing at Green Sleeves.
Saturday, June 9 Causes
9 a.m.
Retired Citizens Flea Market The St. John’s Retired Citizens Association is holding a giant flea market at 10 Bennett Ave. starting at 9 a.m. Admission is just 50 cents.
Ongoing
Ugly Fat Quarter Quilt Challenge The Fabric Merchant’s 1st annual Ugly Fat Quarter Challenge: 11 local quilters were given a fat quarter of fabric and three weeks to slice it, dice it and add to it to create a 50” x 50” quilt. The entire fat quarter had to be evident on the pieced front of the quilt, but otherwise the quilters could choose their ultimate design. Completed quilts are hung throughout Posie Row & Co. until June 9. People are invited to vote for their favourite. Everyone who votes is entered to win a $50 gift certificate. On June 10, the quilt with the most votes will be awarded a $500 gift certificate from The Fabric Merchant. Participants are encouraged to donate their quilts to Daffodil Place.
Retreat
9:30 a.m.
T’ai Chi Chih Retreat
Come awaken the energy within! Relax! EN-JOY! This retreat runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Virginia Water Retreat House, 47 Parsonage Dr. (off Logy Bay Road). Practice, review and reflection time. For new and returning participants. Treat yourself! Please pre-register. Call Sheila at 7277863 for more information or visit www.sheilaleonard.ca.
Shopping
9 a.m.
St. John’s Farmers’ Market The 2nd market of the 11th season at the Lions Club Chalet.
Live Music
5 p.m.
Bill Kelly Performing at O’reilly’s.
6:30 p.m.
Derek Graham Performing at Green Sleeves.
8 p.m. Greeley’s Reel Performing at O’reilly’s.
11 p.m.
Stixx & Stones Performing at Green Sleeves.
11:30 p.m.
Heel ’N’ Toe Performing at O’reilly’s.
Sunday, June 10 Live Music
2 p.m.
Chordially Yours Choir Concert The Chordially Yours Choir is presenting a concert at St. Teresa’s Church on Mundy Pond Road. Tickets are $10 and are available through Mary Lou Ryan at the St. John’s Retired Citizens Association (685-3532) or from members of the choir.
3:30 p.m.
Sunday Traditional Session Hosted by Fergus Brown O’byrne and Tony O’brien at O’reilly’s.
7 p.m.
Damian Follett Performing at Green Sleeves.
Fergus O’byrne Performing at O’reilly’s.
10:30 p.m.
Con O’brien and Patrick Moran Performing at O’reilly’s.
11 p.m.
Dave White Performing at Green Sleeves.
Radio
2 p.m.
VOWR’S Guest Interview
Host Barbara De Land speaks with Newfoundlander Barry Buckle, a clothing designer and textile instructor at the Anna Templeton Centre and College of the North Atlantic. Buckle comments on local and general fashion, fashion trends and the subjects he includes in his textile classes. Rebroadcast June 13 at 7 p.m. Listen at VOWR am 800, VOWR.ORG, cable radio Rogers 956, Bell Aliant 745.