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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
Activities
Ongoing
Merry and Bright Holiday Light Festival
The Merry and Bright Holiday Light Festival is on at the MUN Botanical Garden Saturday evening, with well over 50,000 lights and hundreds of glowing candles. This year the festival is running more nights than ever. Merry and Bright will take place Nov. 28-30, Dec. 1-2, Dec. 5-9, Dec.12-16 and Dec.19-22. Parking is at the Marine Institute on Ridge Road. Every 20 minutes, guests can hop aboard a free shuttle to and from the festival at 306 Mount Scio Rd., complete with carol singing. For tickets, visit https://www.mun.ca/botgarden/.
Art
Noon
Five Artists Art Show and Sale
Saturday from noon until 9 p.m. at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre (2nd floor east), all original artwork by Cathy Driedzic, Leona Ottenheimer, Mitzi Pappas-smyth, Christina Rees and June Walkerwilson. Free admission. Everyone welcome.
3 p.m.
Art for Christmas
The Leyton Gallery of Fine Art proudly presents Art for Christmas – a visually and conceptually diverse exhibition of new works by 25 artists. This time of year, it’s always a treat to see all the artists come together to celebrate and see their recent works. There will be watercolour, printmaking, photography, encaustic and mixed media. A selection of Bonnie Leyton’s recent show at the Craft Council, “Subjective Impressions” will be on display as well. The opening reception is today from 3 to 5 p.m. The exhibition will run until Dec. 31.
The River
The Leyton Gallery of Fine Art proudly presents The River, a solo show by John Maccallum. “In these smaller works, I’m using the river as a metaphor for our journey through time and space. Each of us is travelling down a stream of experience, often yearning for a different course. Caught in the flow of our own life, we often struggle to make the leap from one tributary to another, before we reach our ultimate destination.” This show will coincide with the gallery’s Art for Christmas, with the opening reception also happening today from 3 to 5 p.m. The exhibition will run until Dec. 29.
Classes
9:30 a.m.
T’ai Chi Chih/wisdom Healing Qigong
Come ‘Awaken the Energy Within’ in the contemplative quiet of Presentation Sisters Retreat House on Virginia Lake, 47 Parsonage Dr., St. John’s, for a morning or an afternoon or both. An invitation to step back from the business of the season with T’ai Chi Chih from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and/or Wisdom Healing Qigong from 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Enjoy the relaxation, energy, wellness and joy that flow from these personal practices. All welcome! For more details, please contact Sheila at 727-7863 or sheilaleonard@nf.sympatico.ca, or visit the ‘News’ menu at www. sheilaleonard.ca.
Fundraisers
2 p.m.
Tea and Scrabble
The Terra Nova Grannies are holding their Tea and Scrabble for a good cause from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Lantern, 35 Barnes Rd. Admission is $15. Come and help grandmothers in Africa raise their grandchildren orphaned by AIDS. Lorraine Michael and MC Anthony Germain will be there again, battling to be the big winner. This is a great way to support the Terra Nova Grannies and have a fun-filled afternoon. For further information, contact Jennifer at 754-0773 or ajwhitfield@nl.rogers. com.
Groups
11 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous
Regular support group meeting at 13-15 Pippy
Pl. in the Carnell Building. For more information, call 7381742.
Live Music
Noon Rum Ragged
Performing at The Martini Bar. Performing at O’reilly’s. Fred’s Records is proud to present for the very first time: Rum Ragged. Performing songs from their latest album and Christmas CD. A free performance at Fred’s Records from noon to 12:40 p.m.
2 p.m. Fretboard Journey
Fred’s Records is proud to present for the very first time, Fretboard Journey, launching their new Christmas CD with a free performance at Fred’s Records from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Come join us, make an afternoon of it. Bring a coffee or tea, bring Mom, bring Pop, bring the kids!
5 p.m. Bill Kelly
Performing at O’reilly’s.
7:30 p.m.
John Curran and Friends
VOWR presents John Curran and Friends (Wilf Curran, Ray Walsh, Greg Walsh and Brenda Gatherall) in concert at Wesley United Church. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at Fred’s Records, O’brien’s Music, Outfitter’s Army/ Navy Store (Topsail Road) or by calling the Wesley Church office at 579-3682.
8 p.m.
Peter Halley and Shelley Neville
First United Church presents the Newfoundland Duo – Peter Halley and Shelley Neville from Spirit of Newfoundland — at First United Church on the corner of Churchill Avenue and Park Avenue, Mount Pearl. Tickets are $20. Call the church office at 368-2194 for tickets.
Rugged Shores
Performing at O’reilly’s.
10:30 p.m.
Tino Borges and the Incident 11:30 p.m. Ceiligh Upcoming
A Baccalieu Christmas
The Music Box presents “A Baccalieu Christmas” concert with special guests on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. at Topsail United Church. Tickets are available by calling the church office at 834-4567 or can be purchased at the door. Admission is $12 for adults, $5 for children. Food donations greatly appreciated for the C.B.S./ Paradise Food Bank.
1 p.m. Pop-up Art Sale
Social
Shopping
9 a.m.
St. John’s Farmers’ Market
Weekly indoor/outdoor farmers’ market at 245 Freshwater Rd. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday. Seventy or more vendors, featuring fresh produce, prepared foods, hot food, crafts, and more. Everything made, baked and grown locally. ATM and café on site. Weekly vendor lists, parking information and more available at www.stjohnsfarmersmarket.ca. Pop-up Art Sale happening upstairs at Piatto (377 Duckworth St.) from 1 to 4 p.m. Oodles of original prints and photos, plus limitededition reproductions. Artwork by Old Trout Studio (Lindsay Alcock and Lisa Piercey).
10 a.m. Breakfast With Santa
You’re invited to the Wesley United Church Women’s breakfast with Santa and mini bake sale. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. For tickets, call Pheobe at 726-1689 or the church office at 579-3682.
5 p.m.
Festival of Music and Lights
Ring in the holiday season with the annual celebration of bright lights and festive music at the Festival of Music and Lights at the Bowring Park Duck Pond. Enjoy performances by choirs and musicians, and have a free cup of hot chocolate, as we officially switch on the beautiful light display. Don’t forget to bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Community Food Sharing Association. This event includes a wheelchair-accessible viewing area. Limited noise reducing headphones are available to borrow, with a photo ID including name and address, at the Bowring Park Lodge (near the duck pond). Inclement weather date is Saturday, Dec. 8.
9 p.m. Holiday Swing Dance
Holiday Swing Dance at Quidi Vidi Brewery. Doors open 8:30 p.m. 19+ event.
Beginner swing dance lesson from 9-10 p.m. After 10 p.m., social dancing featuring our own assembled live jazz band. Admission is $15.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
Activities
Ongoing
Merry and Bright Holiday Light Festival
The Merry and Bright Holiday Light Festival is on at the MUN Botanical Garden Sunday evening, with well over 50,000 lights and hundreds of glowing candles. Merry and Bright will take place Nov. 2830, Dec. 1-2, Dec. 5-9, Dec.12-16 and Dec.19-22. Parking is at the Marine Institute on Ridge Road. Every 20 minutes, guests can hop aboard a free shuttle to and from the festival at 306 Mount Scio Rd., complete with carol singing. For tickets, visit https://www.mun.ca/ botgarden/.
10 a.m. Away in a Manger
An exhibit of nativity scenes from around the world at the Basilica Museum, right next door to the Basilica. This exhibit is ongoing Wednesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, beginning today and ending Dec. 23. Admission is free but gifts for children in need can be placed under our tree. All are welcome. A great way to get in the spirit of Christmas.
Art
Noon
Five Artists Art Show and Sale
Sunday from noon until 6 p.m. at the St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre (2nd floor east), all original artwork by Cathy Driedzic, Leona Ottenheimer, Mitzi Pappas-smyth, Christina Rees and June Walkerwilson. Free admission. Everyone welcome.
Live Music
1 p.m.
‘Fire!’ Fall Concert of the NSYO
Come hear the three ensembles of the Newfoundland Symphony Youth Orchestra in concert at the D.F. Cook Recital Hall! Some of the Avalon region’s finest players come together to play music themed around ‘fire’, including Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite, Handel’s Royal Fireworks Music and much more. Admission is $10 for students and seniors, $15 for adults.
2 p.m.
Sunday Traditional Session
Hosted by Fergus Brown O’byrne and Tony O’brien at O’reilly’s.
3:30 p.m.
NSO Christmas with David Pomeroy
Start your Christmas season with a beautiful concert as the NSO presents Christmas with David Pomeroy and the NSO. David Pomeroy, tenor, will be joined by the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble as they perform Christmas classics at the Cochrane Centre. Tickets ($35/$38) available at the ACC Box Office (729-3900) and online at www.artsandculturecentre.com and at the door.
5 p.m. Fergus O’byrne
Performing at O’reilly’s.
7:30 p.m. Noel! Noel!
The St. John’s Choir Christmas Concert, with guests The Gay Men’s Chorus, will be held at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (The Kirk) at 76 Queen’s Rd. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from choir members, at the door, or text/call 746-8947 or call 579-6585. Doors open at 7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Con O’brien and Patrick Moran
Performing at O’reilly’s. Radio
2 p.m.
VOWR Guest Interview
Barbara De Land speaks with Phil Coates of Upper Gullies, a farmer and owner of Island Composting. Coates began his company to enrich his farmland with valuable natural nutrients, reducing unnecessary landfill additions. Tune in on the AM dial 800, online at VOWR.ORG or through cable radio – Rogers 945 and Bell Aliant 756.
Religion
7:30 p.m.
Advent Festival of Carols and Scripture
The 22nd Annual Advent Festival of Carols and Scripture will take place at the Basilica (200 Military Rd.) tonight from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Come enjoy an evening of music and reflection. Reception to follow.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3
Live Music
7 p.m. Bill Kelly
Performing at O’reilly’s.
10:30 p.m. Larry Foley
Performing at O’reilly’s.