St. John’s Farmers Market is holding their Christmas Festive Market this Saturday and Sunday Dec. 6 and 7.  at 245 Freshwater Road

ACW  of All Saints Parish, Foxtrap, are hosting, "Breakfast with Santa"  on Saturday
December 6th. from 8am - 11:00am in the Parish Hall, downstairs.  Breakfast will
be all the trimmings plus baked beans.  Cost will be $10.00[Adults] and $5.00[Children 
under 12 years]  Everyone welcome.   For more info:  Barb 709-834-4795.

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

Topsail United Church Men's Club,  will be holding Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 6 from 8 until 11 A.M., Usual Great Menu, Adults $10 and Children under 12-$5, Face Painting, Pictures with Santa and Coloring. All Are Welcome

St. Thomas' Anglican Church, 8 Military Road will be holding a Christmas Market and Cafe on Saturday, Dec 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a great selection of Christmas baking & treats - cookies, cakes, candy, bread & preserves! Also, handmade children's toys, seasonal aprons, quilts, mummers, Christmas decorations and hand-knit wool items.

Our Cafe /Morning Coffee will include hot & cold beverages and a buffet of homemade muffins, tea buns & other treats (including Gluten Free) to enjoy.

Come, shop, and stay awhile in our beautiful church.

Please note: The Market & Cafe will be held in the Church building. Please enter at the South entrance off the Parking Lot, or the North Door which is wheelchair accessible.

*CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER AND HIGH WINDS

C.L.B. Recycling and Bottle Drive 
When: Saturday December 6, 2025
Where: Canvassing the Mount Carson Road Area
Drop Off Location: Dorset Building Parking Lot
                              6 Mount Carson Avenue
Time: 12- 3 p.m.
For more information contact Capt. Craig Dyer at craigjamesdyer@gmail.com

Memorial United Church in Portugal Cove will be hosting their annual Christmas Dinner on December 6 at 6pm. The meal will be a roast pork dinner with homemade partridge berry pudding and sauce for dessert. There will be a door prize and ticket draws for other items. Tickets for the meal cost only $25 and may be purchased from members of the congregation, contacting Sid Woolfrey at sidwoolfrey@gmail.com or calling the church office at 709-895- 6525.

Lindy Hop on the Rock’s Holiday Swing Dance Party!
The evening begins with a 1-hour Lindy Hop beginner lesson (no partner required!). Whether you're new to the Lindy Hop, or need a refresher, this is a great way to shake a leg!
Then dance the night away to live Swing Jazz quintet featuring the musical talents of Heidi Burns (Drums), Aiden Fitzpatrick (Bass), Brendan Fitzpatrick (Guitar), Matthew Roome (Sax), and Judy Zhu (Vocals).
A Swing dance party this big only happens once a year–don’t miss it!

Schedule
Saturday, December 6 2025
- 7:00 PM   Beginner Swing dance lesson (no partner required)
- 8:15 PM   Live Jazz band performance

Admission
$15.00 (Online registration only): https://lindyhopontherock.com/registration/holiday-swing-dance-party-dec-6-2025

Location
Wesley United Church – Fellowship Hall  Important Notices

Attire. Semi-formal
Masks optional. Hand sanitizer onsite.
Online registration only. Sorry, no cash accepted at the door.
What shoes to wear? Leather, suede, tennis, or flat-soled shoes are good.
Sneakers and high-heels are not recommended.

11th Annual Pink Poinsettia Days in Bloom 
In Support of Daffodil Place 
Saturday, December 6th & 
Sunday, December 7th 
10:00 AM--4:00 PM
Rise and Shine Nursery 
829 Main Road, Goulds 

Highlights:
•Merry Makers Food and Craft Market 
•Holiday Planter Auction 
•Turkey-Ham-Glass Raffle 
•Grinch Chance Auction 
•A % of all poinsettia sales will be donated
•Live carol singing 
•Poinsettias and Teacups for Hope --A Christmas Afternoon Tea
•Beautiful fresh wreaths, seasonal planters, table arrangements, hanging cone baskets & lots more... 

Santa is coming to town. Join us at the Star of the Sea, Holyrood on
Sunday Dec. 7th from 10 am to 1 pm for breakfast with Santa.
Loots bags will be provided for the kids.
Cost. Adults $12, children $5. Kids under 5 Free.

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.

All Saints Parish, Foxtrap will be holding its annual Blue  Christmas Service on December 7th.
at 7pm.  Please join with us as a church in special recognition of those who may be
struggling with the loss of a loved one.  Candles will be lit as a memorial to those we
love but see no longer.  Everyone is welcome

There will be an Old Fashioned Christmas raffle at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62 in St Mary's on Sunday Dec 7th. Starts at 2 pm.....Turkey/ Ham Wheel  Bucket Riblets Wheel, 25 cent and 50 cent wheels.

Holy Heart of Mary Alumnae Choir presents their annual Christmas Concert & Singalong at St. Teresa’s  Church, Mundy Pond Rd. on Sunday, December 7 at 4:00. Guests include St. Teresa's Folk Choir, Close Quarters Quartet, Bella Nova Choir and Santa! Admission by free will offering, cash, gift cards and grocery items appreciated. All proceeds to St. Vincent de Paul's Christmas Hamper campaign. 

Coastal Sounds Choir Association  annual winter concert and 12th Annual Christmas Cantata Project, with special guests: Projekt Chamber Voices. 
Sunday, December 7th
2:00-4:00pm
St. Mary's Anglican Church, St. John's
Tickets: $30.00*
*If purchased via paper ticket. E-tickets will add a processing fee at checkout. Paper tickets can be purchased directly through choristers, or at Taylor's Fish, Fruit & Vegetable Market in CBS.
*Children 12 and Under are Free (Children will need a CHILD ticket for capacity considerations)
etickets link: https://www.showpass.com/coastal-sounds-choir-assocation-christmas-cantata/
Non-perishable food and cash donations will be accepted for the Community Food Sharing Association.
This is a scent free event! 

Holy Heart of Mary High School will be having a drive by food drive in the front parking lot of the school at 55 Bonaventure Ave. on Sunday, December 7th from 2 - 4pm. Monetary donations and gift cards will also be accepted. All items donated will go directly to families within the school community. 

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

Goulds Lions Club Christmas Parade
Sunday, December 7 - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Motorists are advised that the following road closures will be in effect to facilitate The Goulds Lions Club Christmas Parade.

ROAD CLOSURES

Lakeview Drive

Main Road (Lakeview Drive to Bidgood’s Plaza)

Access from side roads to Main Road will be restricted during the parade.

Pedestrian access will be maintained.

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 ! 

16th Annual Diaper Drop

Donate online:
Visit diaperdrop.ca to make a tax-deductible contribution.
 
Drop off in person:
Bring donations to WaterWerks Agency, 96 Lemarchant Road, St. John’s. We can also arrange pickup in the greater metro area.
Collect:
Host a diaper drive with your workplace, school, or community group.

Become a drop-off location:
Partner with us to serve your local community.

St. John’s Retired Citizen’s Association, 10 Bennett Avenue with its Drama Group under the direction of Lena Lambe is having an “Old Fashioned Christmas Concert” with singing, dancing and recitation on Tuesday, December 9th at 7:00 pm.  Cost is $10.  For more information or to register please email:  maryekennedy46@gmail.com.  This event is for everyone members and non members 

Have you sometimes wished you could spend a holiday Sober
Contact Alcoholics Anonymous, 1-888-579-5215 or www.aastjohn’s.com

Brain Food Studios hosts filmmaking and animation classes for kids ages 10 and up. Registration for 2026 is now open and available at www.brainfoodstudios.ca.

This year's programs include:
Filmmaker's Workshop
Sundays @ 2:00 - 3:30
Sundays @ 3:30 - 5:00
Intro To Animation
Mondays @ 5:30 - 7:00
Mondays @ 7:00 - 8:30
YouTuber's Workshop
Sundays @ 5:00 - 6:30
Mondays @ 4:00 - 5:30
Animator's Workshop
Tuesdays @ 4:00 - 5:30

Horns & Holidays with NSO - December 10 at the A. C. Hunter Library 

Horns & Holidays with NSO 
Nothing says “Holidays” like the melodious tones of two trumpets. Join us as we combine books and music – for the holidays.
Join our staff along with with NSO’s Katie Sullivan (Principal Trumpet )
and Jill Dawe (Trumpet). No registration. ALL ages welcome.

Call 709-737-3950 for more information

Wednesday  December 10 @ 6:30pm 3rd Floor A.C. Hunter Library


Call (709) 737-3950 for more information.

Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre annual Christmas Vegetable Hamper Fundraiser.
Each year, they offer fresh, locally grown Vegetable Hampers to the public in support of our community outreach and meal programs. The hampers are $20.00 each and contain approximately 12 lbs of locally sourced vegetables; including potatoes, carrots, turnip, and cabbage. For orders call (709) 726-8781, (709) 746-0712, or contact@jimmyprattcentre.ca.

Pick-up dates: December 18th and 19th, 2025
Location: Jimmy Pratt Memorial Outreach Centre, 25 Buchanan Street, St. John’s

What:   Merry & Bright Holiday Light Festival 2025

When:  November 30-December 22, 5:00-8:00pm nightly

Where: Memorial University Botanical Garden, 306 Mount Scio Rd., St. John’s, NL

Web:     https://www.mun.ca/botanicalgarden/whats-on/special-events/merry--bright/

The Salvation Army and Jiffy Cabs  “Block a Jiffy” campaign is on until December 18— a community initiative aimed at collecting donations to help families in need enjoy a brighter Christmas season.  The campaign encourages the public to drop off new, unwrapped gifts at the Jiffy Cabs office at 322 Pennywell Road, or to contact the office at 709-722-HOHO (4646) for pick-up by a Jiffy Cabs driver. 

St John's Shrine Club Annual Christmas Dinner at Mazol Shrine Centre 530 Topsail Rd, St John's NL Friday Dec 12th 2025 Eat in 12:30 for 1:00PM Take Out 11:30 to 12:00 Cost $30.00 per Person To book your tickets please call Sylvia Downey at 709-368-0696 or Cell 709-682-5078 email syldowney@bellaliant.net

Church of the Ascension, 58 Smallwood Drive, Mt. Pearl is hosting a Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Breakfast will include eggs, bacon, beans, bologna, pancakes, toast, juice, tea, and coffee. Breakfast will be served from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Following breakfast, there will be a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus for the kids from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The cost is: $10 per adult; $5 for children aged 4 to 12; children 3 and under eat free. Please contact the church office for tickets.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 

Christmas Dinner & Dance

December 13th 2025 7pm

Turkey dinner

Music by Shane Cashin

Tickets are $30.00

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.  

There will be a "Last Minute Christmas Market" held at the town hall in Renews-Cappahayden on Dec 14 from 12 noon - 5:00 pm. There will be live music by Katie Barbour and admission is a non-perishable food item for the food bank. 

Facebook Page for the event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FrtVma7z7/

Come join the CLB Regimental Band for an evening of Merry Melodies to ring in the season at 7pm on Sunday, December 14th at The CLB Armoury at 82 Harvey Road, St. John’s!

Enjoy a fun-filled night of Christmas music, toe-tapping tunes and maybe even a chance to sing along with some of your favourites.

Doors will open at 6:30pm and admission is by free-will donation at the door.

All proceeds will go towards supporting the ongoing work of the CLB Regimental Band.

St. John’s Choir presents “All That Holiday Jazz” on Sunday, December 14th at 3 PM at St. Mary the Virgin Parish.
Join us for an afternoon of jazzy favorites with our amazing Artistic Director Stephen Candow, Associate Director Dr. Phil Roberts, and a stellar band featuring:
🎸 Humberto Piccoli (guitar)
🥁 Étienne Gendron (drums)
🎵 Chris Davis (bass)
🚪 Doors open at 2:15 PM
👶 Kids 10 and under get in FREE!
🎟️ Tickets $25 (*subject to surcharge)
Grab your tickets through the Holy Heart box office.

Vigil: to remember those who died by SUICIDE 
 
This annual candlelight vigil is held to support family and friends who lost loved ones to suicide. To add a photo of a new person to be remembered to the on-line slideshow which will be posted after the vigil, email Juanita at juanita.marie.simmons@gmail.com or Kim at kakelly@mun.ca by December 9, 2025. To add a new name to be read aloud email kakelly@mun.ca by midnight on December 13, 2025. Vigil music by Shelley Neville and Peter Halley. Photo slideshow music by Judy Brazil, Shannon Power and the Ennis Sisters. Those joining in person are invited to bring a framed photo of your loved one to be displayed and sandwiches/cookies for tea/coffee while you share in conversation after the vigil to music by Dan Dillon. All are welcome!
 
Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm
In-Person Location: St. Mark’s Church, 203 Logy Bay Road, St. John’s
Livestream Location: https://www.facebook.com/stmarksnl/

Pleasantville Legion will be holding a kid's Christmas party with Santa and Terry O'Reilly on Sunday December 14, 2025 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Hot Dogs, Fries and Hamburgers will be served. Tickets are $15; call 709-753-9820. Photos will be taken with Santa, bring your own teddy bears!

Tyler Young and the Band return to Our Lady, Queen of Families Parish on Wednesday, December 17 at 7:00 p.m. with their Christmas and More concert.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased at Our Lady, Queen of Families Parish Office . For more information about the concert, or to purchase tickets, drop by the Parish Office at 110 Ashford Drive, Mount Pearl.  Or, call 709-364-8606.  Or, email parishoffice@saintppl.com.  

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.

The Geraldine Ruby centre 41 Shaw St. is having breakfast with the Grinch on Sunday, December 21st from 10 AM until noon. The cost is five dollars per person. Please call 722-4338 to buy your tickets

Bella Vista & Community Food Sharing Network

Tibb's Eve Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025

The BellaVista 26 Torbay Road  709 754 0930

Christmas is about the season of giving and the Bella Vista is happy to team up with
the Community Food Sharing Association during the holidays collecting
non perishable food items during our events.

Tibb’s Eve Party with “The Celtic Connection” at the Bella Vista,
Early Bird Price $35 plus taxes.
Tickets available at Stanley’s Pub or www.bellavista.ca
Don't forget to bring a food item if you are able!!

Coast 101.1 offers Community Matters listings free of charge for events by charities and registered not for profit groups.

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

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 

New Years eve Dinner& Dance

December 31st 2025 7pm

Roast Beef Dinner

Music by Shane Cashin

Tickets on sale December 1st 2025

Members Pricing $50.00

Non-Members pricing $60.00

Bella Vista & Community Food Sharing Network

New Years Eve,  Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025

The Bella Vista 26 Torbay Road  709 754 0930

Christmas is about the season of giving and the Bella Vista is happy to team up with
the Community Food Sharing Association during the holidays collecting
non perishable food items during our events.

New Year's Eve with “709” at the Bella Vista,
Early Bird Price $40 plus taxes.
Tickets available at Stanley’s Pub or [www.bellavista.ca]www.bellavista.ca
Don't forget to bring a food item if you are able!!

New Year’s Eve Ball starts at 6:00 pm. There will be a three course dinner (Salmon or Stuffed Chicken Breast) 7:00 pm. Tickets are $65 for members and $80 for non-members; please specify your meal choice(s). Dance will follow with a DJ and there will be party favours and champagne at midnight. For information call 709-753-9820 or email manager@pleasantvillelegion.com

150 RCAFA (North Atlantic) Wing will be holding their Lunch with Bridge & Auction afternoons starting on Monday, January 12 and continuing every two weeks. This will be held at Building 565, Roosevelt Avenue, Pleasantville. Lunch is served at 12:30 pm. Enjoy a delicious lunch and then spend the afternoon playing cards with friends. The cost is $23 each. There are prizes to be won. To book your table, please call Marie at 709 722-0839 or 709 689-7306.