☘️ Shamrockin' into your inbox with this week's St. John's events

Good morning, St. John’s. This is St. John’s Living —the local newsletter that’s like a pot of gold at the end of your inbox. ☘️

In this week’s St. John’s Living:

• Son of a Critch debuting on Netflix March 15 📺

• City is hiring for the summer 💼

• Heritage maintenance grant applications are open 🏚️

• Free community space on the pedestrian mall 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

Let’s get into it…

Digest

📺 Son of Critch Debuts on Netflix

Starting this Saturday you’ll be able to binge Son of a Critch on Netflix. Get your fill of Mark, Mike, and Pops whenever you like. This is great news for folks who got out of sync with the CBC schedule or just like their tv in binge-sized bites. What’s been your favourite Son of a Critch story?

💼 City of St. John’s is Hiring

Every summer the city hires over 100 employees for everything from recreation program staff, lifeguards to tourism staff for our summer programs. If you know someone in the market, let them know the deadline to apply is March 24th so get those resumes in early.

🏚️ Do You Own a Heritage Building?

Funding is now available for the maintenance and conservation of heritage properties. Whether you need new clapboard or just want to change up the colour, you could be eligible for up to $5,000 in funding to get ‘er done. Applications are accepted until May 1st.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Claim Space on the Mall

Do you have an idea of how the pedestrian mall can be used to engage with community? The city is offering free space to make it happen this summer. Spots are limited so if you have in idea, get it in early.

Local Business

• Know someone who’d make a great tour guide? St. John’s Walking Tours is currently hiring a part-time guide for the summer. Get paid to tell stories while you get your steps in!

• The new JAG extension opens this weekend! Check out this sneak peek and let us know what you think.

• Yellowbelly Brewery is now taking pre-orders for their new lagered Ale, Elbows Up! Cans available at the end of the month.

• Looking to host a party? The Newfoundland Embassy is extending their amazing deal for booking their upstairs room through May. No fees! Have a pint and a game of pool or a chat over wings and spinach dip. It’s a deadly spot. Best caesar salad in town.

What’s Happening

Wednesday

🧑‍🎨 For International Women’s Day, The Rooms are celebrating the creative and artistic talents of women featured in Grounding with a conversation featuring artists Philippa Jones and Barbara Pratt.

Thursday

🎭 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical debuts at the Arts & Culture Centre tonight.

🎶 Dave Penny and Daunt Lee take the stage at The Battery Cafe with their storytelling and music.

🎨 Join Chic Socials for a Sip & Paint Night. Using acrylic paints, you’ll get to design and personalize your very own glassware—whether it's for your morning juice, a stylish water glass, or a special keepsake.

Friday

🎤 Join Matt Wright for Wriff’s - a night of comedy with a 60's talk show vibe at Bannerman Brewing.

🎸 Get ready to kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend with Rec League and The Otherside at The Rock House! You’re in for a sham-rockin' night packed with non-stop energy, so shake off the winter chill and get ready for a good time.

🧶 Are you into textile crafts? Join this friendly Friday gathering at Amal where you can connect, work on your projects, and enjoy some company.

Saturday

🕯️ Discover the music of Taylor Swift at The Majestic Theatre in a whole new way under the gentle glow of candlelight with a string quartet.

🧘 Just what is reiki anyway? Learn about it and give it a try at the A.C Hunter Library this weekend with Pamela Martin McDonald.

🎸 Collective Soul christens the brand new JAG Soundhouse with rock ‘n roll. I hope you got your tickets already because it’s sold out to the doors.

🏆 The first ever Newfoundland Drag Awards will be taking place at The Rock House. They’re here to celebrate the brilliance, creativity, and talent of our local drag community! Come cheer on your favourite performers.

🎉 Friends, Romans, Countrymen, join Shakespeare By The Sea Festival at the Pleasantville Legion for their Ides of March Toga Party. 

Sunday

🏃 Get out and let the stink of house blow off ‘ya at the Shamrockin’ 5k presented by Jack Astor’s. At the end you get a medal AND a free beer. Good way to start your Sunday.

👽 The Market from another dimension takes over the St. John’s Farmer’s Market with all things sci-fi, fantasy, and supernatural. Cosplay is encouraged so get dressed and arrive hungry.

🎶 The opening weekend of the JAG Soundhouse continues with hometown hero Alan Doyle taking the stage. A few general admission tickets still available.

Monday

☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

🥞 Start your day off with the Paddy’s Day breakfast at Bridie Molloy’s. Enjoy Irish-inspired breakfast with some live tunes and maybe even an Irish coffee.

🪗 Celebrate Paddy’s Day proper at the Peter Easton Pub with Colleen Power, Geoff Panting, and Dave Panting.

🧘 Take it easy on your lunch break with a live music flow at Bodhi Hot Yoga featuring Nick Earle. Enjoy a free green kombucha afterwards.

☘️ If you need some more St. Patrick’s Day in St. John’s tips, check out this handy guide from Suitcase and Heels.

Tuesday

🧑‍🎨 Join visiting artist Cleopatria Peterson for this two day workshop of collaborative fun, combining Screenprinting and Zinemaking at St. Michael’s Printshop.

🌮 Looking for a fun way to unwind and meet new people? Join Chic Socials for Taco Tuesday Game Night! Enjoy a delicious taco bar, challenge friends to board games and cornhole, and soak in the good vibes of a laid-back, social evening.

🏀 Want to brush up on your basketball skills or just join a friend game? The Free Adult Community Basketball with Amal gym might just be for you.

🎶 If you’d rather sing than hoop, the Newcomer Choir might be your jam. It’s a free space for people to meet new folks and build community.

Municipal News

⚖️City Council Meeting

On the agenda for today’s regular Council meeting:

• Bakery coming to Golf Ave?

• $1.25 million for next stop announcements on MetroBus?

• Topsail Rd. library moving to the Village Mall?

• See full agenda

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

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