The Wesley Thrift Shop will reopen on Tuesday, October,  28th from 12 pm to 2 pm. Activities will include sale of goods and a light lunch as in the past. Donations of housewares and gently used clean clothing would be very much appreciated and can be dropped off at the Church. If there are any questions, contact the church at 709-579-3682.

Spooky Story Open Mic 
Wednesday, October 29, 7–9 PM @ The Battery Café
At this open mic, storytellers are invited to share their spookiest stories—whether whispered down through friends-of-friends, recited from memory, or read from the page. Original tales are encouraged, but retellings are also welcome. The evening will feature a few spooky-themed tunes from Lauren Shepherd and Eric Burry. 
Entry cost is a sliding scale cover fee of $5-20. Limited sponsorships available for those unable to pay. 
Space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your spot today! Registration can be made here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DwwkvMrQh/  
No one will be turned away for inability to pay - please contact the journal if cost is an issue!  

Screech! Ghost Stories from Old Newfoundland

A. C. Hunter Library – Halloween is right around the corner! Join author Charis Cotter (Queen of NL spooky stories) for an evening of terrifying tales and frightening fables. Listen to ghost stories from old Newfoundland, and bring your own to share! Adults and families with children age 8+ welcome. Please register to save your SPOOKY spot. Call ​(709)737-3950 for more information or to register. Wednesday October 29 @ 6:30pm 3rd floor A.C. Hunter Library

The Burin Peninsula Chapter of the compassionate friends monthly sharing support group gathering for grieving parents will be 7 pm Wednesday October 29 at the summer games building Harris Drive Marystown. To participate virtually or for more information call Barb 709-277-1837

St. Lawrence Thrift Store, located at St. Lawrence Anglican Church in Portugal Cove is accepting donations of gently used clothing and household items. Donations are received Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8 pm or Saturdays during business hours from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information, contact the church office at 709 895-2215, message through their Facebook page at facebook.com/stlawrencethrift or visit in person at 1824a Portugal Cove Road, across from the Portugal Cove Volunteer Fire Department. Help us help our community!"

Classic Hits Coast 101.1FM presents the 4th annual Halloween Dance in aid of The School Lunch association 
Featuring Billy and the Bruisers with Judith Morrissey & The Roadside Attractions,

Friday October 31, at the Bella Vista
Doors open 730pm show starts at 9pm
Tickets are $ 25, Get yours at: Stanleys pub or call Billy Sharpe -685-2610 online at eventbrite.ca.

Town of North River Halloween Dance
Saturday, November 1 from 9: PM - 2 AM at All Hallow's Parish Hall with Music by Fowlow's Music. Tickets $10 each at North River Town Hall, Harbour View Grocery (SAMS) or at the door. 19+ event BYOB. Come in costume or dressed as you are

Neighborhood Dance Works Zombiegrams are back! Join St. John’s creepiest flashmob for the 14th Annual Zombiegrams, or book a surprise performance to haunt your Halloween party, office, or event! Whether you want to dance with the undead or summon them, we’ve got a way for you to join the mayhem. visit Neighborhood Dance works on Facebook to book your Zombiegram between now and November 1st.

The Terra Nova Grannies (TNG) are holding their Tea and SCRABBLE afternoon once again; on Saturday, November 1, 2025 …. 2 – 4:30 pm at The Lantern, 35 Barns Road, St. John’s.

Admission: $20.

Pink Days In Bloom's 13th Annual Holiday FUNdraiser 
In Support of Daffodil Place 
Socks in the City, Etc. 
Sunday, November 2nd 
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
GlenDenning Golf Club, Southlands 
Entry $5  
😷 Masks are Encouraged 

The St. Johns Shrine Club will be having their Christmas Craft Fair Sunday Sunday Nov 2 from 10 am to 4 pm. 530 Topsail Road. Admission is $2 children under 12 are free.  40 local craft vendors, door prize and more

Record Fair NL is back!
Sunday, November 2nd, from 10 to 4 at St John's Farmers Market, 245 Freshwater Road 
Dig through tens of thousands of records, cassettes, CDs, and memorabilia, plus enjoy food stalls, a family-friendly kids area, and dozens of vendors from across the region.
Check out recordfairnl.com for more details!

St. John’s Lions Club Weekly Sunday Flea Market!   You Never Know what you will find… records, dvds, jewelry, collectables , books, housewares  and more!  The St. John’s Lions Weekly Sunday Flea Market is located at the Lions Chalet on Mayor Ave. ( behind the re max centre ) from 8:30 AM until Noon ! 

The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 1 (Blackmarsh Road) Sunday Flea markets from 9-12. Pop in and see the vendors and what they have to offer.

Church of the Ascension, 58 Smallwood Drive, Mt. Pearl, are hosting an Afternoon Card Game on Monday, November 3 at 2 p.m. Cost is $6 per person and all are invited to attend!

People Pleasing to Power Speaking - A Mini Assertiveness Lab with Scott Kratchmer

A. C. Hunter Library – Join our good friend Scott for this workshop to regain your voice. Learn assertive communication, identify pressure points, and practice with “Gary,” a queer AI coach. Inclusive for queer individuals and allies. Wednesday November 5 @ 6:30pm Community Room A.C. Hunter Library. Call (709) 737-3950 for more information or to register.

The Craft Council of Newfoundland & Labrador presents: the longest running, Fine craft fair in the province bringing together over 100 of the province's most talented craftspeople. Since 1972 this fair has been the destination for fine craft lovers, connecting passionate makers with appreciative audiences, collectors, and holiday shoppers looking for something truly special.  Support local, shop fine craft, Thursday, November 6th through Sunday, November 9th at Jack Byrne arena in Torbay. 

Follow Christmas Craft Fair NL on Facebook or Craft Council NL dot ca to learn more!

Proudly supported by Classic Hits Coast 101 one!"

The Canadian Red Cross is in need of volunteers to support their Emergency Management Program, the Canadian Red Cross assist families that are displaced from their homes in the event of a fire or other disaster. 

All necessary training is provided.

For more information, please contact Robert at 709-758-8403 or visit redcross.ca/volunteer.

MAZOL SHRINE CENTRE, 530 TOPSAIL RD, "FLIPPER DINNER"  NOVEMBER 7th, $30.00 EACH TAKEOUT 5:00 TO 5:30 PM EAT IN 6:00 FOR 6:3O PM FOR TICKETS CONTACT: SANDY @ 709-325-5459 OR SYLVIA @ 709-368-0696 OR 709-682-5078 EMAIL:syldowney@bellaliant.net

TICKETS ARE LIMITED SO BOOK EARLY! 

The Baccalieu Trail SPCA Thrift Store, Main Highway Bay Roberts is accepting donations of new and gently used clothes, books, dishes, toys, jewelry and other household items.  Please bring donations to the store during office hours Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:30am to 4:30pm. For more information visit the Baccalieu Trail SPCA Thrift Store on Facebook.

The Paradise Centennial Lions Club is holding a card night on Friday November 7th at 7pm.  Doors open at 6:30pm. Location: Resource room A at the paradise Double Ice Complex. There will be 50/50, door prize, spins with tea and coffee provided.  Please bring your own cards and baskets.  $30 for a table of 6. Contact Lisa to book a table at 709-689-2185 or by email at Lsfroude@outlook.com.

All Saints Parish, Foxtrap Annual Fall Fair on Saturday, November 8th. Starting with a Breakfast at 9am - 11:30am, Adults $10, Children $5, 12noon - 3pm  Craft Sale. Supper Served at 5:30pm, $15 followed by a game of cards $5,  please call to register for supper and cards.  Aura 682-3775, Dot 834-5052 or Carol 834-2284

St. James United Church Women (UCW) invite all to come socialize and celebrate the autumn harvest at their popular Harvest Afternoon Tea and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 8, from 2 to 4 pm. It’s a major fundraiser to support St. James’ good community work!  Enjoy a delicious lunch and home-made desserts! Buy some home-baked goodies and preserves to take home! Tickets available at St. James’ office and at the door for $10. Contact info@stjamesuc.org or (709) 722-1881. See you there!

The Star of the Sea, Holyrood will be holding an Adult dance on Saturday November 8th at 9pm. Cover is only $10 and Music by Contraband. 

The Rocky Isle Singers, Carraig  ( pronounced carr- rig ) Ensemble will present Songs of Remembrance, Honouring our Heroes Through the Power of Song, on Sunday, Nov 9th at 7:00 pm at St Nicholas Church, Torbay. Tickets are $20.00, and are available at Torbay History House or by emailing tfachoralgroup@gmail.com.

Waterford hospital Lions Club holding a Christmas Craft and Bake sale fundraiser at 306 Waterford Bridge Road on November 9 from 9am-4pm.  Vendor tables are $30, call 709-763-2760.   Admission is a non-perishable food item. 

Join the Portugal Cove-St. Philip's Lions Club for a night of cards and prizes! 

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025

🕒 Time: doors open 7:00pm, cards start 7:30pm

📍 Location: Portugal Cove Legion

🎟️ Admission: $5 per person with additional draws during the event

🥤 Tea & coffee provided

Bay Roberts Primary School is having their annual Christmas Craft Fair, "Christmas In The Bay", on Saturday November 15, 2025.  This is the largest fundraiser we have for our school each year.  We have over 100 vendors!!  Doors open at 10:00 a.m. and the Fair runs until 4:00 p.m. Canteen service will be available 

150 RCAFA (North Atlantic) Wing will be having their Annual "Fall for Christmas" Craft Fair on Saturday, November 15 from 10 am to 4 pm. This will be held at Building 565, Roosevelt Avenue, Pleasantville. There is a $2 entry fee for Adults and Children under 12 are free. This will give you a ticket toward the Door Prize. There will be all kinds of wonderful items. There is something for everyone. There will be Baked Goods, Jewelry, Jams & Jellies, Knitted and Crocheted Items, Mary K, Hand Crafted Ornaments plus a whole lot more. There will also be Soup & a Roll or 1/2 Sub Sandwich for purchase, Eat In or Take Out. 

The Navigators Concert at Cowan Heights United on Friday November 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary! Tickets are $30.00. You can purchase tickets from the church office by emailing office@cowanheightsunited.ca or by calling (709) 745-2871 or email madonnahowell@hotmail.com

SING WE NOEL:  The Salvation Army St. John’s Citadel, Adam’s Avenue, will host a concert, “Sing We Noel”, on Saturday, November 22, at 7:00 pm.  It will feature the St. John’s Choir, the Jubilate Male Chorus, guest soloist Darrin Martin, and a Brass Ensemble.  The event will also include a Bake Sale hosted by the St. John’s Citadel Women’s Ministries, with a donation from the concert benefiting the Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services.  Tickets are $20 (cash only) and can be purchased at the Church office (709-579-5235), or by calling 709-739-6391.

Goods bingo

All ages welcome to join the Portugal Cove-St. Philip's Lions Club for a chance to win fantastic prizes!
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, Nov. 25th, 2025
🕒 Time: doors open 6.30pm, bingo starts 7:00pm
📍 Location: Brookside Intermediate
🎟️ Cards 3 for $5 with additional draws during event
🥤 Canteen with snacks for purchase
🥫 Bring a non-perishable food item for an entry to win a door prize

O’Donel High School, is hosting a Christmas Craft Fair Fundraiser on Saturday, Nov 29th from 10am - 4pm at O'Donel High School (155 Ruth Avenue, Mount Pearl).

The event will feature over 60 local vendors including crafts, baked goods, art work, Christmas decor, and more! There will also be a door prize draw and canteen services available on site.

Admission is $5 (cash only at the door). This event will be supporting our O'Donel High School Class of 2026 prom!!!

Cold plates Fundraiser in aid of Waterford Hospital lions club.
Pick up November 30, 2025. 15 dollars each with dessert. 
Please contact Lion Gloria to order one at gloriahewitt65@outlook.com or call 709 728-6001. 
Order must be place and paid by November 23th. 
Pick up Locations 
Walmart Mount Peral Parking lot 
Walmart Kelsey drive Parking lot 
Walmart Aberdeen ave. 
Village mall Parking lot 
Waterford Hosptial Lion club. 
Pick up time 2pm Novembers 30. 

Topsail United Church Proudly presents "Celebrate The Season" with  Darrin Martin Family & Friends, In concert "When a Child is Born" on Saturday December 6, at 2 P.M., Tickets $30, To Purchase please call the church office at 709-834-4567,  Daily between 9 until 12 or via e mail at office@topsailunited.ca

12th Annual Christmas Cantata Project Registration

Presented by the Coastal Sounds Choir Association, the 12th Annual Christmas Cantata Project. With beautiful settings of seasonal carols, inspiring instrumentalists, and featuring the Projēkt Chamber Voices, it is a musical moment not to miss!
This year's Cantata will be in celebration of beloved composer Bob Chilcott for his 70th birthday year!

Concert Date: Sunday, December 7th at 2:00pm at St. Mary's Anglican Church in St. John's
To register, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/orMaZ9Am4VsAWcLY8
If you have questions, please email Abra: coastalsoundschoirs@gmail.com

Join Carolina East for a magical evening of music at Topsail United Church on Saturday December 13. This special holiday concert will feature festive Christmas classics, heartfelt originals, and some of Carolina’s favourite covers, all delivered with her signature warmth and powerful voice. ✨ Tickets: $30 🚪 Doors open: 6:30 PM 🎤 Show starts: 7:00 PM, for Tickets please call the church office at 709-834-4567 weekdays between 9 and 12.  

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