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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10
Art 5 p.m.
Site Specific – Opening Reception
Opening reception for new and beautifully rendered new works by David Baltzer at Red Ochre Gallery from 5-8 p.m. The exhibition, Site Specific, will show from Oct. 10 to Nov. 2 at the Red Ochre Gallery, 96 Duckworth St. Gallery hours are 10.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. This mid-career artist is continuing to gain much attention and recognition. Purchases made during the opening reception will receive a 10 per cent discount. Classes and groups 1:30 p.m., 7 p.m. T'ai Chi Chih
Come “awaken the energy within” – relax! More wellness, more energy, more joy! Wonderful for relieving chronic issues or for ordinary dayto-day living. Weekly classes with Sheila Leonard at The Lantern, 35 Barnes Rd., Oct. 3 to Dec. 12 at 1:30 p.m. for returning students. Note: no class Oct. 10. 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. Live music 7 p.m.
Open Mic with Matthew Hornell
At the Peter Easton every Thursday from 7-10 p.m.
7:30 p.m. Melodious Thunk
Onstage at the D.F. Cook Recital Hall, the MUN Wind Ensemble invites the Royal Newfoundland Regiment band for a shared concert, featuring David Biedenbender's Melodious Thunk and works by Eric Whitacre, Michael Sweeney and Peter Meechan.
10:30 p.m. The Uglysticks
Performing at Shamrock City on Water Street. Meeting 7 p.m. Happy City AGM
Join us at our annual general meeting at The Lantern, 35 Barnes Rd., to celebrate another year of civic engagement. We'll elect seven new board members, report on this year's activities and share exciting updates of the work to come. Light refreshments will be provided. For more details, including how to apply to be a board member, see our website at happycity.ca. Light snacks and beverages will be provided by Curry Delight. Vegan and gluten-free options will be available. Social 4 p.m. Human Library
Human Library at Rocket Bakery from 4-6 p.m. The Human Library is designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. The Human Library is a place where real people are on loan to listeners. A place where difficult questions are expected, appreciated and answered. Meet five guests we will call our “human books.” They will be available to check out for 15 minutes or so to have a chat, and tell you all about their lives, their language, their culture and more.
Upcoming Fall Card Party
Helping Shriners help kids. The Ladies of the Sabre will have their fall card party at the Mazol Shrine Centre, 530 Topsail Rd., on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own cards and basket. Tea and coffee will be served. $5. There will be arms-length tickets sold on prizes. To reserve your table, call Sylvia Downey at 368-0696.
Upcoming Turkey dinner
Topsail United Church will hold a turkey dinner with dessert and tea/ coffee on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 and are available by calling the church office at 834-4567. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 Art 5:30 p.m. Opening Receptions
The Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador invites you to the opening reception for three exhibitions of contemporary craft at the Craft Council Gallery, 275 Duckworth St. Lisa Downey's solo exhibition Mom Made Us brings you down memory lane through the artist's view of her mother's creation. The curated group exhibition Crafted Beasts explores the relationship of folklore and contemporary craft. Curator Emily Critch brings together the nuances of sewing specific to Newfoundland and Labrador, and demonstrates how indigenous women exercise their political and creative sovereignties. Refreshments will be served and everyone is welcome. Classes and groups Upcoming Beginner Bridge lessons
Beginner bridge lessons at St. John's Retired Citizens Association, 10 Bennett Ave., takes place on Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to noon beginning Oct. 18. Cost is $5 for members, $10 for non-members. Contact Reg Kingsley for more information: kingsleys68@outlook.com. Food 5 p.m. Trucktober
Mobile Vendors Association of Newfoundland presents Trucktober – Fridays in October from 5-9 p.m. at the St. John's Lions Club, 102 Bonaventure Ave. Food trucks, indoor vendors, cash bar and DJ. 19+. Live music 10:30 p.m.
Dana Parsons Project
Performing at the Martini Bar. No cover. Happy hour until 11 p.m. Theatre 7:30 p.m. Matilda
Peter Macdonald Productions presents “Matilda the Musical,” the story of an extraordinary little girl with extraordinary powers, onstage at the St. John's Arts and Culture Centre from Oct. 10-12.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12
Health Upcoming Health Expo
The Orangetheory Fitness Cape to Cabot 2019 Health Expo is happening Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Marine Institute on Ridge Road from 1-5 p.m. Meet health and fitness vendors with goods and services for sale. There will also be a children's bouncy castle. The Gathering Place will take your donation of gently used running shoes, and Athletics NORTHEAST will collect your non-perishable food items and cash donations for local food banks. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.