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World Hoop Day
Aug 08
We would like hoopers to bring hula hoops and share in the fun of spinning that magic ring. Hoop it up at World Hoop Day this year on Aug. 8. (8/8/08)
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 1 709 727-5985
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Nov 21
Many teachers are required to teach sexuality education in one capacity or another. Trends in sexuality change over the years and adults can often be left at a loss for understanding the needs of their students. This one day intensive workshop will explore new trends in sexuality and provide teachers with accurate information on some of the risks involved in adolescent sexuality as well as allow teachers to become more familiar with these issues and more comfortable presenting sex education materials to their students Participants will be given practical tools to teach this subject to grade levels 7-11, although discussion and exercises may be modified for elementary levels as well. Topics include; Anatomy, understanding adolescent sexual behaviors, current trends with teens, STI Information, birth control and condom information, how to answer difficult questions, and tools for teaching.
This training is offered in most Provinces
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1 514 730-7123
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Jul 21 to Aug 31
Billed as North America's most easterly Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare By The Sea's line-up includes performances of a selection the Bard's classic tales. Performances will be held at Rotary Park Amphitheatre at Topsail Beach and at St. John’s Cabot 500 Theatre in Bowring Park.
- Topsail Beach Address: Conception Bay South St. John's NL Canada
- Bowring Park Address: Waterford Bridge Road and Cowan Avenue St. John's NL Canada
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Jul 21 to Aug 31
The Signal Hill Military Tattoo performs every summer in St. John's at Signal Hill. Military drills and music from the 1800s is featured. The Canon and Musket ceremony takes place every week.
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1 709 772-5367
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George Street Festival
Jul 31 to Aug 05
For five nights in the middle of summer, the pubs and bars on George Street in downtown St. John's feature live music by popular local and Canadian bands. The shows, which take place outdoors, feature performers that represent a variety of genres including traditional Newfoundland folk and rock n roll.
Address: George Street St. John's NL
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Aug 06
Held on the first Wednesday in August at Quidi Vidi Lake, this civic holiday is North America's oldest annual sporting event. In addition to the races, other activities include food and concession booths, as well as games. In the event of inclement weather, the regatta is held on the first suitable day after.
Address: Quidi Vidi Lake St. John's NL
Send an Email 1 709 576-8921
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Aug 08 to Aug 10
The Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival, which aims to showcase and develop Newfoundland talent and promising new artists, features performances on two stages, workshops, arts and crafts vendors, food concessions and more.
Address: Bannerman Park, Downtown St. John's NL
Send an Email 1 709 576-8508
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Aug 11 to Aug 24
Established in 2001, the Tuckamore Festival presents chamber music to the masses and provides mentoring for young artists. The event includes evening performances as well as a free lunch hour concert series and student recitals.
Address: Various Locations St. John's NL
Send an Email 1 709 737-2372
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Sep 06 to Sep 07
An annual event in September where the doors of 16 different buildings are open for the public, such as the hallowed halls of Presentation Convent and the St. John's Maple Leafs' dressing room. There will also be a chance to look out over the St. John's harbour through a German U-Boat periscope. This is a unique opportunity for the citizens and visitors to St. John's to celebrate the area's heritage through the exploration of some of the hidden historical, architectural and cultural gems.
Address: . St. John's
Send an Email 1 709 576-3667
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Oct 16 to Oct 20
Promoting the work of female filmmakers, this event features the works of over 50 women. Managed by a charitable organization, this film festival also offers seminars, galas, forums and receptions.
Address: Various Venues St. John's NL
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Drawing over 100 exhibitors, this craft fair features works made from metal, clay, glass, paper, fibre and stone. Artisans come from all over the country to sell crafts and gifts at this four-day event.
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Festival 500 - Sharing the Voices is a world renowned international festival of choral music, which will feature the world on stage with more than 60 concerts throughout North America’s oldest city, St. John’s, Newfoundland. Guest performers for the Grande Finale concert have included ANUNA (from Ireland) and Buddy Wasisname & the Other Fellers (from Newfoundland).
The next Festival 500 will be held from July 5 to 12, 2009.
Address: . St. John's NF
Send an Email 1 709 738-6013
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St. John's Day Celebrations
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Celebrating the city's birthday, this festival features outdoor performances, parties, street fairs and more. Events and concerts are primarily held downtown St. John's.
Address: Various Locations St. John's NL
1 705 576-8106
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A competitive film festival that screens shorts, features, documentaries and music videos at the LSPU Hall in St.John's, Newfoundland. Films are by local filmmakers and from filmmakers all over the globe.
Address: LSPU Hall St. John's
Send an Email 1 709 576-3378
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Every two years some of Newfoundland's best performers converge on St. John's for the Sound Symposium music festival. The event showcases the talents of artist in a variety of genres and offers events as varies as a symphony performance on the harbour, an improv night and African drum and dance ensembles.
The next Sound Symposium music festival will be held in 2008.
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