The Coastline

There’s a little extra fun in the air as Halloween approaches. This week brings a chance to make Monday sweeter with Coast, enjoy a concert in Portugal Cove, get outside with the family and support the people who keep our communities active and creative. We’ve also got an idea for a Clarenville outing and a musical update that may bring back memories for parents and grandparents. From cookies at work to costumes in the garden, here are a few ways to enjoy the days ahead—and do a little good along the way.

Make Monday the office’s favourite day

Cookies have a way of improving a workday. Enter your business or office for the Coast Cookie Drop, and the Coast crew could be bringing a sweet delivery to your workplace on a Monday morning.

Tell us that you listen at work, and make sure Coast is playing when we arrive. Visit Coast1011.com for the entry information. You could be the person everyone thanks when the cookie box opens.

Congratulations to Trudy Pike and her co-workers at the Public Service Credit Union. The Coast crew dropped delicious cookies to Trudy at work. Enter now for the Coast Cookie Drop here.

And put Friday, October 30 on your listening calendar: we’re planning a playful Halloween haunting as Coast becomes Ghost 101.1, continuing on October 31. Expect some spirited, family-oriented fun as we welcome Halloween on the Coast!

Saturday night music in Portugal Cove

Saturday, October 24 · 7 p.m. · Memorial United Church, Portugal Cove

Fall Music in the Cove brings familiar performers and newer voices together for a community concert. The announced lineup includes Wayne Button, Fred Harris and Jim Ryan, along with Zander Wright, Kate Bellows and Emily Woolfrey.

The event notice lists tickets at $10, including a light lunch during intermission. It’s a lovely opportunity to support local performers and enjoy an evening out close to home. See the notice on Coast’s website for reservation information.

Clarenville: lace up for a Sunday outing

Sunday, October 25 · 3:05 p.m. · Clarenville Events Centre, 15 Blackmore Avenue

The CEC’s October calendar lists family skating on Sunday afternoon. If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to find the skates and gather the family, this could be it.

The calendar also lists general skating at 8 p.m. on Friday, October 30. Check the venue’s current recreation calendar for session details before travelling, or call 709-466-4105. A simple hour out together can make a good addition to a busy autumn week.

A dancing delivery that supports local arts

Cookies aren’t the only surprise you can arrange for a workplace this month. Neighbourhood Dance Works’ Zombiegrams bring a volunteer dance crew to an office, gathering or party for a short Halloween performance, raising funds for the local nonprofit.

Coast is proud to support this community initiative. The organizer offers community and corporate bookings, subject to availability. Find the current 2026 Zombiegrams information to enquire about a booking and help keep local dance thriving. A little advance planning could put an unexpected shuffle into the workday.

Next week: good curling for a good cause

Beginning Thursday, October 29 · RE/MAX Centre, St. John’s

The Rick Rowsell Classic World Curling Tour event runs October 29 through November 1. A portion of each team’s entry fee supports brain cancer research through Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine.

The opening days fall within this Coastline week, with more action continuing over Halloween weekend. Check the event notice for the organizer’s draw-schedule information and choose a time to cheer on the teams.

Music for another generation—and a familiar favourite on tour

Raffi’s Love Is Everywhere has an announced release date of today, October 23. The collection features contributions from Canadian trio Good Lovelies and arrives during the 50th anniversary year of his debut album. Parents and grandparents who grew up with his songs can discover something new to share.

Meanwhile, Sting’s published North American itinerary brings the international favourite to Montreal’s Théâtre St-Denis on October 26 and 27. See his official tour announcement for details. Which Sting or Police song belongs on your personal favourites list?

Have good local news for us? Send charity and registered nonprofit event details to onair@coast1011.com, including the date, time, location and how people can participate. Keep checking Community Matters for more from our neighbours. Have a great week, and take Coast along!