❤️ Love is in the air, along with singing telegrams and baby goats

Good morning, St. John’s. This is St. John’s Living —the local newsletter equivalent of that friend who always knows the best food trucks in town.

In this week’s St. John’s Living:

• Another family, another feud on CBC 📺

• So long Corey, thanks for the tunes 🎶

• ChillFest is heating up 🥶

Let’s get into it…

Digest

📺 Another Family, Another Feud

Earlier this week another Newfoundland family took to the stage of Family Feud to try to win $10,000. The Eason family of Conception Bay South took on the Chelam family from Ontario yesterday. It didn’t go as well for the Easons as it did for the French family last month but still a fun watch!

🎶 So long Corey, thanks for the tunes

This past weekend Newfoundland lost a legend. Corey Crewe of the popular duo Corey and Trina passed away at the age of 80. Corey and Trina were high school sweethearts who endeared themselves to packed clubs across the island through the 70s, 80s, and 90s. So the next time you hear “The Northern Lights of Labrador” raise a glass to Corey.

🥶 ChillFest is Heating Up

ChillFest is an annual community-wide celebration of winter put off by the City of St. John’s, with a variety of free activities for all ages and abilities. And the best part is…it’s all free. We’ve highlighted a few of the events on the go this week but you can check out the full schedule on the city’s website.

Local Business

• Crust Craft Bakery is moving to 340 LeMarchant Road. Their last day at their original Pearson Street location was February 7th

• Doodlepalooza has just put the finishing touches on a 3’ Newfoundland penny replica for their shop. Drop by to take a look and why not browse some local merch while you’re at it?

• Bannerman Brewing’s new in-house menu will be rolling out this week.

• DYK: Modo Yoga offers 3 free meditation classes each week?

• Looks like Cork’d Wine Bar may have served their last glass. Chains have been seen on the doors, which doesn’t bode well for the business.

• Mysa is making the move from LeMarchant Rd to Fortis Place this month.

What’s Happening

Wednesday

✍️ If you’ve ever wanted help with writing a grant application for an artist or arts group, Business & Arts NL is here for you. They’re hosting a free workshop to answer all your questions.

🗺️ Trail Explorers will be exploring the Grand Concourse around Bannerman Park and Government House grounds this morning.

Thursday

🎿 ChillFest - Ski & Snowshoe in Pippy Park today with free rentals from 12pm-9pm.

📚 Drop by the MUN University Centre between 11:30am and 2:30pm for a used book sale raising money for the NL Queer Research Initiative.

📖 Have you read Where the Crawdads Sing recently? Want to talk about it? Join the Magic Book Club during your lunch break.

🧑‍🎨 And then come back to Magic Storm after work to craft some adorable hugging otters out of clay.

Friday

🎶 Send your love a singing telegram and help the Holy Heart Chamber Choir raise money for their programs.

🎶 So This is Love. Join Petrina Bromley, Evan Smith, and Bill Brennan for a special, intimate Valentine's Day concert at The Majestic Theatre.

🤠 Looking for a different spin on love? Check out Honky Tonk for the Lovers with Double Denim at Erin’s Pub.

Saturday

🎶 Your favourite Canadian tunes of the 60s and 70s by your favourite Canadian musicians from the 80s and 90s. The Trans-Canada Highwaymen hit the stage at the Arts & Culture Centre tonight.

⛳ ChillFest - Learn the ins and outs of disc golf at Confederation Hill. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have a good time outdoors. 

💃 Want to bop to Nonstop bangers from your favourite pop queens? Whether you’re a pop music fanatic, a lover of high-energy dance floors, or just looking for a welcoming vibe, the Girlie Pop Dance Party at the Rockhouse is the place to be.

🫖 Join Chic Celebrations for an elegant British-style tea party. Get the girls together for this special brunch with elegant decor and finger sandwiches.

🎷 Join the MUN Jazz Orchestra at The Rooms for an hour of groove-packed arrangements that will help you forget it’s winter.

🧘 Ever wanted to downward dog with goats? Now’s your chance. Take part in a super sweet yoga class with brand new baby goats in Petty Harbour.

Sunday

⏱️ Finding love isn’t always easy, so why not try something new? Join Dharma Connections for Seniors Speed Dating—a fun, pressure-free speed dating event just for single seniors!

🥁 ChillFest - Bring along an instrument, current crafting project, or both, and enjoy a cozy crafternoon at City Hall with Fergus O’Byrne and Fergus Brown-O’Byrne.

🛍️ Experience a vibrant showcase of Black-owned businesses featuring food, fashion, beauty, and more at the Black Owned Vendor Market from 10am-3pm.

Monday

⛸️ ChillFest - The Adult Skate at Mary Brown’s Centre is the perfect way to spend time on the ice today. Free hot chocolate and a ChillFest Selfie Station will be available at this skating session.

Tuesday

☕ ChillFest - Enjoy three local shops and three local musicians at the Coffee House Music Crawl. With staggered start times it’s a great way to spend the afternoon. Free coffee/tea at each stop!

📖 Are non-fiction books your jam? Join other like minded folks at the Non-Fiction Book Club at the A.C. Hunter Library for a discussion about The Five by Hallie Rubenhold.

Municipal News

⚖️City Council Meeting

On the agenda for today’s regular Council meeting:

• Neighbours aren’t on board with Leaside Manor’s proposed expansion.

• See full agenda

The meeting is at 3 PM, 4th Floor City Hall. The public is welcome to attend.

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