Community Matters

Afternoon Teas at St. John the Baptist Cathedral Basilica Church

200 Military Road, St. John’s, NL

Every Thursday in July

from 2:00 – 3:30 pm

Tickets – $20 per person

PAY IN ADVANCE

Available at the parish office by either:

1. E-transfer – call the office to arrange
2. Cash – come in to pay in person

For more details call the parish office: (709) 754-2170

AT THE DOOR (CASH ONLY)

Memorial University and Champney’s West Aquarium, with financial support from the United Way of Newfoundland and Labrador, are hosting Memorial student led workshops at the Champney’s West Aquarium (Bonavista Peninsula) in July for children to learn about the rock we live on, the ocean that surrounds us and what lives within that ocean.

Memorial students will host four fun and interactive workshops:
3rd July – We live on a rock, ever wondered how it was formed and why some rocks are different from others. Hands on experiments and demonstrations will show you how and why

16th July – Splash into the North Atlantic! Learn how to keep the ocean clean, how aquatic creatures survive the cold waters of the north Atlantic and how fog is formed and participate in fog in a jar experiment!

23rd July – What’s eating ya? Ever wonder how sea creatures get their food? Or who eats who in the ocean? What about species that cause more harm than good? Learn all about marine food webs and the different roles that animals have!

30th July – Survival of the Fishiest – discover the incredible journeys fish make throughout their lifecycles! Learn about iconic Newfoundland species such as the Atlantic salmon and American eel, and explore the challenges they face during migration.

The workshops are free, run from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and adults don’t have to stay. Registration is advised. Contact Catherine at cwcdo8@gmail.com to register.

Church of the Ascension, 58 Smallwood Drive, Mt. Pearl, is hosting an Afternoon Card Party on Monday, July 6 at 2 p.m. Cost is $6 per person and all are welcome!

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.

Seniors Party in the Park Scheduled for July 8

The City of St. John’s is hosting its annual Party in the Park on Wednesday, July 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. on the lawn by the Bowring Park Bungalow. Party in the Park is a free event for seniors featuring local entertainment, light refreshments, giveaways and an opportunity to connect with friends and neighbours.

This year’s entertainment lineup includes Paddy Burke, Elaine Dunphy, Karla Pilgrim and Jackie Sullivan, as well as youth performer Alex Taylor.

Transportation

The City offers a bus service with pick-up locations at selected City recreation facilities and seniors complexes throughout St. John’s. Advanced registration is required for the bus service and costs $6 per person. Participants can register for the bus service:

• Online at RECconnect
• In person: H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 60 Blackler Avenue or Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive
• By phone: 709-576-8499 or 709-576-8631

Registration to attend the event is not required.

Accessibility and Parking

A limited number of accessible parking spaces are available at the Bowring Park Bungalow on a first come, first served basis. Vehicles that have accessible permits may enter the park to drop off event attendees. Access is available through the entrance near the large duck pond.

Inclement Weather

In the event of inclement weather, Party in the Park will be postponed to Thursday, July 9. Should weather conditions not be suitable on July 9, the event will be moved indoors at the Shriners Club, 530 Topsail Road. Parking lot is located off of Ferryland Street.

The 2026 Pride Festival Out in Faith gathering will take place on Thursday July 9 at 6:30pm at The Lantern, 35 Barnes Road in St. John’s. The theme is “Rejoice and Rise Up.” On going since 2016, this is a gathering of 2SLGBTQ+ folks and allies. Several members of the queer community will share their joys and sorrows of participating in faith and spiritual communities. There will also be music, refreshments and community building. For more information contact OutinfaithNL@gmail.com or Liz Ohle at 709-330-9521.

The St. Jones Within 9th Derby Day will be taking place July 11th and 12th. Events include the Saturday morning cod derby, Saturday afternoon poker run, wharfside games and a classic car show and shine.
Sunday community breakfast with punt races in the afternoon. Over $3000 in prizes to be won! Go to the St. Jones Within Community Center FB page for more info.

Want to build your digital skills? Join Digital Seniors NL for FREE technology sessions on Saturdays in July, from 10 a.m. to noon at The Lantern, 35 Barnes Road, St. John’s. Learn about online banking on July 4, Google tools on July 11, and organizing digital photos on July 18. Registration is required. Call 1-877-527-3646 today to reserve your seat. 

St. John the Baptist Basilica parish is holding a garden party on Sunday, July 19, 12-2:30 pm.  This cash event will include live entertainment, face painting, fish pond and cash wheel as well as hot dogs and international food. Being held in the church parking lot on Military Road. All are welcome!

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.

All Saints Flower Service will be held at Dunn’s Hill Road Cemetery on Sunday, July 26th.
starting at 2pm, and the Church Road Cemetery Service will be Sunday August 2nd.
starting at 2pm. If the scheduled Sunday has inclement weather, the service will be
moved to the next evening starting at 7pm.

A Benefit concert called “Ignite and Unite” featuring Petrina Bromley, Shelley Neville and Peter Halley is happening Monday, July 27th in Trinity at Riding Tide Theatre.

The fundraiser is for a new fire truck and to honor a fallen volunteer firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty exactly four years ago, Lieutenant David Marlow.

There are 2 fundraising events July 27th

1) The concert
730pm at Rising tide Theatre.
Cost $40

And

2) The workshop (Singing with the Stars)

2pm-4pm at Rising Tide Theatre.
Come learn to sing with Peter and Shelley in the afternoon and sing that night at 730 on the concert.
Cost $100 ( incl workshop and concert)

For tickets call Rising Tide theatre at
709 464-3232
Or Info@risingtidetheatre.com

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.