What’s happening this week SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16
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Art
Noon
Artists at The Heritage Shop
Visit local artists, Dave Hoddinott and Leona Ottenheimer, at The Water Street Gallery on the second floor of The Heritage Shop (309 Water St.). Featuring a wide selection of local artwork and great gift ideas. Artists will be in the studio Wednesdays to Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. until December 23.
ATC’S Christmas Tea & Sale
A craft fair at the Anna Templeton Centre (278 Duckworth St.) with over 50 local artists and craftspeople on three floors, and tea room serving a yummy lunch, coffee/tea and sweet treats. Hours are Friday 12-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Sunday 12 - 5 p.m. Admission is just $2 (free for kids under 12) and it includes a chance to win some fabulous door prizes.
Gerald Squires Gallery
The Gerald Squires Gallery, 52 Prescott St., presents some works saved toward the establishment of a museum of Squires’ life and work. Also on hand will be paintings, drawings, prints, limited edition hand-bound books and fine art reproductions by such artists as Boyd Chubbs, George Horan, Sharon Puddester, Des Walsh and Gerry Squires. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 12-5 p.m. until Dec. 22; Other times by chance or appointment — call 746-7076. Online: www. geraldsquiresgallery.com.
Groups
7 p.m. Kirtan St. John’s
Kirtan St. John’s is a weekly westernized kirtan group that meets on Friday evenings at the Shambhala room, 120 Lemarchant Rd. If you are attending for the first time, please contact us to confirm the location of kirtan, as we occasionally practice in other locations. For more information, please message us on Facebook or email: Kirtanyyt@gmail. com.
Live Music
8 p.m.
Rasa at The Rooms
Rasa is the award-winning duo of Erin Best and Sandy Morris. Since the release of their Christmas album “Do You Hear What I Hear?” in 2004, they have performed live shows featuring songs from that record and other Christmas favourites. They are delighted to bring this festive show to The Rooms this December. Tickets are $40 (10 per cent discount for Rooms members). For tickets, call 757-8090 or buy online at events.therooms. ca.
Upcoming Holiday Wassail
The 13th annual Holiday Wassail at George Street United Church is coming up on Sunday, Dec. 23 at 2 p.m., featuring Fretboard Journey, the Swinging Belles, the Kubasonics, the Old Contemporaries and Friends, the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble, Dave Paddon, Elizabeth Clarke, the Mummer & the Paupers and the STEP Fiddlers.
Tickets are available at O’brien’s Music, Fred’s Records and online at etixnow.com. Visit nlfolk.com for more details.
Activities
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 until 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.
Books
11 a.m.
Saltwater Mittens – Book Signing
Christine Legrow and Shirley Scott will be signing copies of Saltwater Mittens from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Some Good Market at St.
2 p.m.
Life on The Mista Shipu: Dispatches from Labrador – Book Signing
Robin Mcgrath will be signing Life on The Mista Shipu: Dispatches from Labrador at Broken Books (245 Duckworth St.) from 2-4 p.m.
Church
2 p.m.
Wesley United Church Christmas Communion
The annual Saturday Christmas Communion Service is held at Wesley United Church, beginning at 2 p.m. with refreshments to follow. Anyone needing transportation to and from this service should call the church office at 579-3682. All are welcome to attend.
Hairstyling
1 p.m. Haircuts for Hope
Haircuts for Hope is a monthly event where local barbers and hairstylists team up with Newfoundland and Labrador Beard & Moustache Club to donate their services at no charge in a judgement free environment. The event is open to the public, and anyone who may not otherwise be able to afford a haircut is invited to come to Froude Avenue Community Centre from 1-4 p.m. for a trim. We’re always looking for awesome barbers/ stylists to join our volunteer team! Anyone interested is asked to get in touch with NLBMC via our Facebook Page.
Information
10 a.m. Tech Time
Got a technical question or a problem? Need help with your computer, mobile devices or software (such as the Internet, Excel, graphic design, or social media)? Here’s your chance to get help during this free informal session at St. James United Church (330 Elizabeth Ave.). Open to all ages from 10 a.m. to noon. For information, please call the church office: 722-1881, ext. 200, or e-mail Sarah at srhnorman@gmail.com. Note: St. James is an accessible venue. Please use the side entrance.
Live Music
2 p.m.
CLB Band Christmas Sing-along
Join the CLB Regimental Band for the annual Christmas Sing-along at the CLB Armoury! The band will be playing Christmas carols and many other holiday favourites. There will even be an appearance by a jolly special guest dressed in red! Admission is free but donations for the Happy Tree are greatly appreciated. Monetary donations and children’s Christmas gifts will be accepted. Donations of non-perishable food items will also
7 p.m.
Holiday concert and cantata
Coastal Sounds’ Holiday Concert and Cantata at St. James United Church. For more information, visit www.coastalsounds.ca.
Activities
Ongoing
Merry and Bright Holiday Light Festival
The Merry and Bright Holiday Light Festival launches at the MUN Botanical Garden this evening. With well over 50,000 lights and hundreds of glowing candles, festival highlights include an extended caterpillar of lights, the giant puffins, a glowing garden of candles and the 12 gnomes of Christmas. After sold out nights in previous seasons, the garden is thrilled to announce that 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 located 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/.
Fundraiser
7 p.m. Paint Night
With Christmas around the corner, take some time for self-care and invite a friend to the Neuropsychiatric Patients’ Associations’ BYOM (Bring your own mug!) paint
night/cork and canvas at Clay Café Avalon. A portion of funds raised will go to provide free neurocognitive rehabilitation to patients with neuropsychiatric conditions all across the province. We look forward to seeing you all there! Sign up here: https:// occ.sn/bvqkdvwm.
7:30 p.m.
St. John’s Youth Social Justice Society
The St. John’s Youth Social Justice Society is hosting a bingo fundraiser in support of The North East Avalon Food Bank. The event will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion (5 Legion Rd.) in Portugal Cove. Funds will be used to support the annual Christmas hamper project for families in need during the holidays. We invite individuals and groups of all ages to join us. Bingo cards can be purchased for $2 or 3 for $5. There are lots of great prizes to be won!
Church
7 p.m.
A Festival of Christmas Carols and Choirs
St. James United Church hosts an evening of Christmas music, including a congregational carol sing with performances by: The St. James Senior Choir under the direction of organist Paul Rodermond; Amy Dalziel (St. James’ other organist and pianist); The St. James Jazz Trio; Alison Petten (singer); Project Grace (a children’s musical education program); and Gillian Sheppard (flutist). Everyone, regardless of faith, race, age, gender, etc., is truly welcome to join in the Christmas celebration! Entrance admission is a freewill offering. For more information, contact church office at 722-1881, ext. 200. Note: St. James is an accessible venue; the lift is at the side entrance.