What’s happening this week
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29 Books 7 p.m.
NL Book Awards Killick Capital Fiction Reading
The Writers’ Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador invites you to readings and a panel discussion, with Q&A to follow. Hosted by CBC’S Angela Antle. Free, accessible event in the Foran Greene Room at St. John’s City Hall from 7-9 p.m. All welcome. Award finalists are Bridget Canning for “The Greatest Hits of Wanda Jaynes” (Breakwater Books), Joel Thomas Hynes for “We’ll All Be Burnt in Our Beds Some Night” (Harpercollins Publishers Ltd.) and Mary Walsh for “Crying for the Moon: A Novel” (Harpercollins Publishers Ltd.). Books will be available for purchase.
Classes 10 a.m.
Boxing to Beat Parkinson’s
Specialized exercise program at Boxfit, 878 Topsail Rd., for Parkinson’s patients using boxing techniques. Classes are free. Call 754-4428 for details.
12:15 p.m. Free yoga
Join us for free, weekly, all-levels outdoor yoga on the lawn of Government House, 50 Military Road, in St. John’s all summer long on Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. (45 mins). Weather permitting. Meet at the greenhouse. Bring your yoga mat. Classes are intended for adults.
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.
7:30 p.m. Aikido
Aikido is an effective martial art with an ethical approach: use the aggressor’s energy against them without harming them. Get fit and focused while having fun. Aikido is offered by the Fudoshin School of Aikido at St. Theresa School, 100 Mundy Pond Rd. It’s a welcoming place for everyone. It is a non-profit with a low monthly membership fee; no one is turned away for financial reasons. For more information, visit www.2017. fudoshinaikikai.ca.
Ongoing Acting classes
The Performing Arts Group has opened registrations for fall film/ theatre/audition technique acting classes with actor, songwriter and musician Sean Panting. Panting has worked extensively as a stage, film and voice actor. Beginner and intermediate adult classes are Wednesdays from 8-10 p.m., experienced adult classes are Mondays from 8-10 p.m., and intermediate and experienced youth (ages 16-19) classes are Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. Space is limited. Register online at theperformingartsgroup.ca, by email at performnl@gmail.com or by phone at 763-2281. Classes run from Sept. 12 to Nov. 18 at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre.
Groups 7:30 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous
Regular weekly meeting held every Wednesday at St. James United Church on Elizabeth Avenue. For more information, call 738-1742.
7 p.m.
Cabot Toastmasters
Is a 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.”
Live Music Noon
Emily & Thomas Conway
Performing at O’reilly’s as part of the Lunch Time Concert Series.
6 p.m. Rob Cook
Performing at Green Sleeves.
7 p.m. Chris Hennessy
Performing at O’reilly’s.
The Diversity Stage
An inclusive summer concert series dedicated to featuring a balanced and dynamic lineup of musicians. The concert series will be free for all ages on the George Street Main Stage in Prince Edward Plaza each Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. until Sept. 12. Presented by Corby Spirit and Wine Ltd. and Coors Light. Artists will include the following (in no particular order): Janet Cull Band, Denis Parker, Carolina East, Rum Ragged, The Kubasonics, Clare Follett, Kalem Mahoney, Rachael Cousins, and Mick Davis & His Skinny Jims.
10 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves.
10:30 p.m. Heel ’N’ Toe
Performing at O’reilly’s.
Radio 7:30 p.m.
VOWR Guest Interview
Barbara De Land speaks with Chris Rusted, founder and owner of the Manna European Bakery and Deli, located on Freshwater Road for the last 30 years. Under Chris, Manna Bakery became a well-known St. John’s institution after he decided his business would follow the European style of baked goods and desserts under the direction of a St. John’s woman, originally from Prague, who had begun offering these sorts of items not long before. The direction of the business is now being passed on to Chris’s son, Jonathan.
Tune in at VOWR radio AM 800, online at VOWR.ORG., or cable radio Rogers 945 and Bell Aliant 756.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 Activities Various times Taoist Tai Chi
Learn to relax and improve your health by trying a free Taoist Tai Chi class for month of August in various locations in St. John’s and surrounding areas. Contact stjohns. nl@taoist.org or call 579-5261 for more details on times and locations.
8 p.m. Bingo
Bingo at Blackmarsh Legion. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and Bingo begins at 8 p.m. Canteen available.
Children 6:30 p.m.
NL Book Awards Bruneau Family Children’s/young Adult Readings The Writers’ Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador invites you to this free, family friendly event at the A.C. Hunter Children’s Library (accessible entrance at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre main ticket booth entrance) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Readings and panel discussion with Q&A to follow. Hosted by Rogers TV’S Don-e Coady. In an adjacent room, there will be balloon twisting and arts and crafts for children. Award finalists are Lori Doody for “The Puffin Problem” (Running the Goat, Books and Broadsides), Sheilah Lukins for “Full Speed Ahead: Errol’s Bell Island Adventure” (Breakwater Books) and Rebecca North for “Elliot and the Impossible Fish” (Breakwater Books). Books will be available for purchase.
Comedy 9 p.m. Jokes at John’s
Comedy night at Trapper John’s.
Live Music Noon Luke Mercer
Performing at O’reilly’s as part of the Lunch Time Concert Series.
1 p.m.
We Play For You
We are filling The Rooms with music all summer long. Come hear us play for you every Thursday from 1-3 p.m. From fiddle to accordion, from harp to vocals, come and check out our amazing local talent as they fill The Rooms with music and song from our province’s rich musical heritage. You can sing along, tap your toes or just sit back and delight in the experience.
3 p.m. Dave White
Performing at Green Sleeves.
5 p.m. Fergus O’byrne
Performing at O’reilly’s.
5:30 p.m. Matthew Hornell
Enjoy some good ol’ home cookin’, a beer and The Homely-made Jam Session with Matthew Hornell at Rocket Bakery (Water Street) featuring everything from bluegrass to old timey tunes. All welcome.
7 p.m. Damian Follett
Performing at Green Sleeves.
8 p.m.
Irish Descendants
Performing at O’reilly’s.
9:30 p.m.
Open Mike and Jam Session
Every Thursday night at Yes B’ys Social Bar the stage is open to anyone who wants to perform, whether it’s a musical performance, comedy, poetry or storytelling, followed by a jam session. Hosted by Justin Foley.
11 p.m. Glory Days
Performing at Green Sleeves.
11:30 p.m. Ceiligh
Performing at O’reilly’s.
Shopping 6 p.m. Night Market
A series of free outdoor night markets downtown at the St. Thomas Church parking lot, 8 Military Rd. Showcasing local food, clothing, art, music, literature and handmade products. Everyone is welcome and people are encouraged to stay and celebrate summer as a community. All ages and free entry. Runs until 10 p.m. rain or shine. Shop and snack under the stars.