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Please send your event information to onair@coast1011.com. Text written emails, please. Posters are not placed in the listing. Ensure your accuracy and spelling as we often “cut & paste” your information.
Items we cannot accept for Community Matters include:
-For profit events
-Private fundraising events by/for individuals without board/community group oversight (online auctions/fundraising posts like GoFundMe, family organized fundraising events)
-Straight lottery/gaming events (Bingo, Chase The Ace, Poker) where the only or main reason to attend is participation in the lottery/gaming
-Events with a gaming element as a part of the program (ie: 50-50 draw at the dinner/dance) and not the sole reason to attend may be accepted.
Trouble Bound Studio is extremely proud to be hosting the Tenth annual St. John’s Tattoo Convention May 16-18, 2026 at the Re/Max Centre. Set in North America’s oldest city, Trouble Bound Studio will be hosting 93 exceptionally talented tattooists from across Canada along with some from the U.S. Featuring a weekend of tattooing, tattoo competitions, food trucks and one of a kind art.
Weekend Passes are available online for $40
https://trouble-bound-studio.bloomtickets.ca/event/986?10AnnualSt.John’sTattooConvention
Daily Admission is always be available and sold at the door for $20
For more info:
709-754-5590
www.stjohnstattooconvention.com
www.troubleboundtattoos.com
The 37 Combat Engineer Regiment will conduct a ceremonial 21-gun salute at Queen’s Battery, Signal Hill National Historic Site in St. John’s at 12 p.m. on May 18th.
Members of the public are welcome to observe from a safe distance and are advised that the ceremony will involve loud artillery fire but employ only blank ammunition. As a safety precaution, access to Queen’s Battery will be temporarily restricted during the salute.
It’s A Mystery: Virtual Mystery Writers Panel
A.C. Hunter Library,
Wednesday May 20
6:30pm (6pm in Labrador)
Virtual via WebeEx
Calling all mystery lovers and mystery writers! Join us online for the second in our series “Writers Panel Chats”. This time “It’s a Mystery!” and our guests Newfoundland’s Kevin Major(The Sebastian Synard Mysteries). Emily Hepditch (Alone on the Trail), BC’s Iona Whishaw (The Lane Winslow Mysteries) and Ontario’s Shane Peacock (Northern Gothic Mysteries) will be on hand to share their processes and experiences. This will be a moderated panel with a Q&A at the end.
Adults and teens 16+
Please register
Call (709) 737-3950 for more information.
On Saturday May 23rd, the Bay Roberts Public Library Board will be celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Bay Roberts Library. From 1-4 PM we will have refreshments, author readings, and fun for the whole family. You can check out our collection of board games and puzzles, learn about our digital services, or check out our upcoming programs.
Memorial United Church in Portugal Cove is hosting their Music in the Cove Spring Concert 2026 on Saturday, May 23 at 7pm. Come along and bring family and friends for an evening of musical variety, a lunch during intermission, door prize, 50/50 draw and lots of fun, laughter and stories. All of this costs only $10 for the event. To pre-order tickets call Sid at 709-770-1245 or call the church office at 709-895-6525. Entertainers include Mackenzie Critch, Alex Taylor, Fred Harris, Wayne Button and more.
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 First Light: Centre for Performance & Creativity
🎟 Tickets: $30 (plus surcharges)
Get yours now: stjohnschoir.eventbrite.ca
✌️ Step into a feel-good evening of unforgettable music as St. John’s Choir presents Peace, Love and Classic Hits — featuring the St. John’s Chamber Choir and The Band. From rich harmonies to crowd-pleasing favourites, this vibrant concert celebrates the timeless sounds you know and love.
Enjoy classics inspired by artists like Fleetwood Mac, Queen, The Mamas & the Papas and more — all brought to life with powerful choral sound and live band energy.
Bring a friend, wear your retro vibes, and join us for a night full of harmony, nostalgia, and great music!
Gower Community Band’s upcoming Downtown Pops concert, taking place on Sunday, May 24th at 3:00PM at Gower Street United Church in support of the Community Food Sharing Association. They’ll be playing music from Broadway Musicals and raising funds for the Single Parents Association of Newfoundland & Labrador. Our special invited musical guests are the Rocky Isle singers, under the direction of Jenn Hanley. The emcee for the show will be Chris Panting.
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
Every day, animals right here in our community are in need of a second chance.
The SPCA Baccalieu Trail is located in Spaniard’s Bay and serves the CBN area of
Newfoundland.
We provide food, shelter, and essential medical care, while working hard to find them loving
forever homes.
You can help make a difference today! Donate online through Canada Helps, or open your
home and heart to a new furry family member.
Want to get involved hands-on?
We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers to help care for animals and support our
fundraising events.
SPCA Baccalieu Trail – making new best friends since 2011.
The SPCA Baccalieu Trail invites you to a fabulous Ladies’ Night on Friday, May 29th! Enjoy an evening of fashion, fun, and fundraising, featuring a runway show by Aura Clothing, a purse auction, and a selection of delicious hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds will go toward helping cats and dogs in need in our community. For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit our website at baccalieutrailspca.net/events or find us on Facebook.
Italian Dinner at Church of the Good Shepherd
You’re invited to an Italian Night Dinner, Saturday, May 30, 6:30pm, $25, Lasagna, Caesar salad, garlic bread and carrot cake for dessert. Gluten free option will be available if pre-ordered. Tickets are available at the Church of the Good Shepherd office or call 747-1022.
Join Craig’s Cause Pancreatic Cancer Society for the only national run for pancreatic cancer – Kicking PancreAS 5K Run/Walk at the Quidi Vidi Loop on Saturday May 30. Meet at The Royal St. John’s Regatta Boathouse. The race begins at 7:30pm with check-in at 6:30pm. Enjoy glow-in-the-dark swag, epic branded finisher medals and running bibs, and snacks & drinks at the finish line! Spots are filling fast— Run, walk, and fundraise to help “Change the Outcome” for those impacted by pancreatic cancer. Sign up now at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113876/kicking-pancreas-5k-newfoundland
Tune in to the Janeway Telethon on NTV and stream online at JanewayFoundation.nf.ca:
On Saturday, June 6th at 5:30 pm and Sunday June 7th starting at 12:00 noon!
For 42 years, the Janeway Children’s Miracle Network Telethon has been a cherished tradition, bringing communities together in support of the Janeway, the province’s only pediatric hospital.
This fundraising event shares heartwarming and honest stories of Janeway kids and their families, highlighting the impact of donor support.
It also showcases the generosity of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians, whose kindness makes life-saving and life-changing care possible.
With inspiring stories, heartfelt giving, and musical performances, the Telethon is a true celebration of support, resilience, and community spirit.
GIANT BOOK SALE
Saturday June 6th from 10:00 – 4:00
A book sale is to be held at the Salvation Army St John’s Temple Church located at 101 Torbay Rd, St John’s.
$2 admission fee
Drop by and check out a large selection of gently used books, as well as magazines and assorted cds, dvds and even some lps.
Flipper Dinner or Stuffed Chicken Breast Dinner
June 8th 2026
4pm -5:30pm Take out
6pm Eat in
Tickets are $25
Call 579-8300 or Pop by the bar opened daily 12-12
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1– 57-59 Blackmarsh Rd 709-579-8281
Flea Market 9-12 every Sunday
Ladies Auxiliary serving breakfast and brunch items
Bingo every Thursday, Out door bingo starting May 28th
doors open at 6 game starts at 7:30
everyone welcome
Dance every Saturday night
9pm $10 at the door music this week by Shane Cashin
Social Hour Every Friday 2pm-5pm
Drink specials
The Trinity Conception Placentia Health Foundation’s 35th Annual Dinner & Auction is on Saturday, June 13th at the Harbour Breeze, Hr. Grace
Enjoy a night out with while supporting health care in your area…artwork, sports items, weekend getaways and much more! Get your tickets now!
To purchase tickets or FMI call Don or Colleen at 945-5289
The Compassionate Friends Burin Peninsula Chapter are hosting A Walk to Remember for grieving parents and their families on Saturday June 13th at 2 pm, at the Garnish Lion’s Club, Sunset Drive Garnish
Come gather with others who are grieving the loss of a child, grandchild or sibling. Bring a picture of your loved one, share some memories, enjoy a refreshment. For more information call Barb at 709-277-1837
Former students of Bishop’s College, Class of 1976!
The 50th class reunion will be held on July 25, 2026, at the Elk’s Club in St. John’s.
It will be a relaxed gathering with finger foods and a chance to reconnect after 50 years.
If you graduated in 1976 — or know someone who did — please email Janet at bishopsreunion76@gmail.com for details and to RSVP.
Every day, animals right here in our community are in need of a second chance. The SPCA Baccalieu Trail is located in Spaniard’s Bay and serves the CBN area of Newfoundland. We provide food, shelter, and essential medical care, while working hard to find them loving forever homes.
You can help make a difference today! Donate online through Canada Helps, or open your home and heart to a new furry family member.
Want to get involved hands-on? We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers to help care for animals and support our fundraising events.
SPCA Baccalieu Trail – making new best friends since 2011.
Hey, Baccalieu community! Want to make a real difference in the lives of animals AND have
the chance to win BIG? Then it’s time to get in on our Baccalieu Bucks 50/50 Draw!
Each week, you can participate in the draw for a chance to win HALF of the total pot, while
the other half goes directly to the SPCA to help care for animals in need.
Visit our Facebook page “Baccalieu Bucks” to learn where and how to play!
SPCA Baccalieu Trail – making new best friends since 2011.
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