St. John's City Guide Fall 2019

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City Council Mayor Danny Breen 576-8477 dbreen@stjohns.ca DannyBreenNL DannyBreenNL

Deputy Mayor Sheilagh O’Leary 576-8363 soleary@stjohns.ca sheilagholeary OLeary

Ward 1 Councillor Deanne Stapleton 576-2332 dstapleton@stjohns.ca deanneforWard1 deannestapleto2

Ward 2 Councillor Hope Jamieson 576-7144 hjamieson@stjohns.ca HopeforWard2 HopeforWard2

Ward 3 Councillor Jamie Korab 576-8643 jkorab@stjohns.ca jamiekorab.ca jamiekorab jamie.korab

Ward 4 Councillor Ian Froude 576-8217 ifroude@stjohns.ca ianfroude IanSFroude

Ward 5 Councillor Wally Collins 576-8584 wcollins@stjohns.ca

Councillor at Large Maggie Burton 576-8286 mburton@stjohns.ca mmburton maggieatlarge

Councillor at Large Dave Lane 576-8243 dlane@stjohns.ca DaveLaneStJohns.ca DaveLaneTweets DaveLaneStJohns

Councillor at Large Sandy Hickman 576-8045 shickman@stjohns.ca SandyHAtLarge sandy.hickman.18

Councillor at Large Debbie Hanlon 576-8219 dhanlon@stjohns.ca DebbieHanlon1 Debbie.Hanlon2

Contents Events and Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Roads and Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Waste and Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-17 Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-35 Columns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38

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City Guide Information and stories about the programs and services of the City of St. John’s; produced quarterly and distributed via mail to all households in the capital city.

Editor-in-Chief: Susan Bonnell Managing Editor: Shelley Pardy Design: Paul O’Keefe communications@stjohns.ca City Guide c/o Marketing and Communications P.O. Box 908 St. John’s, NL A1C 5M2

Parks & Healthy Communities Even a ten minute walk in a natural environment provides health benefits.

Did you know that spending time in nature and green spaces improves your overall health and well-being?

When we access parks and open green space, it increases: yy Social well-being, by serving as a place to gather with family and friends and make new social connections; this is especially true for children. yy Physical Health, as we are more likely to be active and move more in open spaces and natural environments. yy Mental health and well-being, by reducing stress, anxiety and depression. Even a ten minute walk in a natural environment provides health benefits.

The City maintains over 100 parks and open spaces, ranging from smaller neighbourhood playgrounds to larger municipal parks. The recent Get Into It! parks promotion highlighted some of the lesser utilized City parks and encouraged residents to explore their neighbourhood parks and take advantage of their amenities.

The City’s four municipal parks Bowring, Bannerman, Victoria and Rotary ‘Sunshine’ - are well known and used often, however, there are dozens of community and neighbourhood parks throughout St. John’s. Many of them connect to a network of trails, making it safe and easy to be active.

around St. John’s. Pippy Park is the largest urban park in Canada and offers plenty of recreational opportunities year round. Bowring Park covers 132 acres (53 hectares) and has one of the most diverse populations of trees in the province.

Throughout St. John’s there are over 200 kilometres of walking trails, and the East Coast Trail is a 300 kilometre hiking trail that is recognized worldwide for providing access to our breathtaking coast.

Find a green space or City park where you can be active, connect with family, friends and neighbours, and experience the physical, mental and social benefits of spending time outdoors.

If you prefer expansive green spaces and natural environments, there are several options in and

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Family Activities

Learn more things to do in the city: stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks

National Family Week

Family Fun Day

Celebrate National Family Week, Oct. 7-13.

Complete listing at stjohns.ca > Quick Links > Calendar of Events

Sunday, Oct. 6, 1:30-3 p.m.

Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park, FREE

Activity

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Open Gym Drop-in

All ages, family

Sa

Sep 14-Dec 14

7-8:30pm

PRCC

$2, under 6 months free

Sunday Funday

All ages, family

Su

Sep 22-Dec 8

1:30-3pm

PRCC

$2, under 6 months free

Family Canoeing

13396

5+

Su

Sep 22

1-4pm

Rotary

$20 per family (2-4 people)

Family Archery

15013

5+

Tu & Th

Oct 15-24

6:30-8pm

Mews

$60 per family (2-4 people)

Family & Friends Sit & Knit

10+

W

Sep 18

7-9pm

PRCC

$2 per person

Family & Friends Sit & Knit

10+

W

Oct 16

7-9pm

PRCC

$2 per person

Family & Friends Sit & Knit

10+

W

Nov 13

7-9pm

PRCC

$2 per person

10+

Tu

Sep 24-Nov 12

7-9pm

PRCC

$64 per person

All ages, family

Sa

Oct 26

2-3:30pm

Kilbride

FREE

Family & Friends Learn to Knit

14695

Family Halloween Event Family Halloween Geocaching

14716

5+

Su

Oct 27

1-3pm

Rotary Park

$20 per family (2-4 people)

Family Paint

14723

5+

Su

Nov 3

2-3:30pm

Kilbride

$11 per person

Family Craft

14720

5+

Su

Nov 24

2-3:30pm

Kilbride

$14 per person

All ages, family

Su

Dec 1

2-3:30pm

Kilbride

FREE

Christmas Party and Tree Lighting

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National Child Day Celebrated each year on November 20, National Child Day increases awareness and understanding of the rights of the child to ensure they reach their full potential.

All National Child Day events: stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Special Events > National Child Day

National Child Day is about celebrating children as active participants in their own lives who can meaningfully contribute to decision-making. This day has been celebrated and recognized by the City of St. John’s since 1999.

Youth Carnival

Move It

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 6:30-8 p.m.

PRCC - FREE

Saturday, Nov. 23, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

NL Power Plex - FREE

Light up Bannerman Park with your Jack o’Lantern!

Bring your Jack o’Lantern and a flameless light source for the display. Costumes are welcomed.

Earth friendly event: yy Pumpkins will be composted yy Bring a reuseable mug for hot chocolate

Pumpkin Walk November 1 6 to 8 p.m.

Inclement weather date: November 2

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Welcome Ashore It was an early morning in May. The sun was yet to rise over the Narrows and the Silverwind, the first cruise ship of the season, was a few hours out from arrival in the harbour.

“I’m usually up with the sun on cruise ship days,” said Lydia Spurrell, City of St. John’s Ambassador.

“I have been volunteering with the City of St. John’s Ambassador Program since 2007 and I am very proud to represent my country and my province when our visitors arrive.”

The Ambassadors are a dedicated group of volunteers who provide tourists with information, directions, and a warm welcome, greeting passengers as they disembark, often as early as 7 a.m.

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“My favorite part about being an ambassador is meeting people from all over the world,” said Rhona Hynes. “It’s really a lot of fun and I can’t say enough about how proud I am to be a part of the warm welcome visitors receive when they arrive.”

The Ambassador Program has a total of 32 dedicated volunteers with two to three new volunteers accepted in the program each year.

For each ship arrival there are up to 10 Ambassadors in attendance throughout the day.

The sights, sounds and smells of downtown can be overwhelming and navigating a new city in a foreign country is not always easy for a tourist. So, in 2018, the City of St. John’s began an Ambassador Walking Program to assist visitors who are exploring downtown by foot. All program volunteers receive product knowledge training and up-to-date information from various attractions, shops and restaurants in the downtown core.

“My favorite part about being an ambassador is meeting people from all over the world.”

DOCKSIDE DELIGHTS Gabriel is one of many dedicated Newfoundland dogs that participate in the Dockside Welcome.

“Each and every ship that comes through the Narrows is greeted with a dockside welcome that includes a Newfoundland dog,” said Jeanette Kinny, dog owner. “Gabe is calm, patient and really loves welcoming people to the city.”

In addition to the Newfoundland dog and Ambassadors, the welcome includes traditional

performers such as dancers and musicians.

vendor and a list of Newfoundland sayings.

“I play the accordion and fiddle,” said local musician Jason March, “and there is no greater feeling than supplying the musical backdrop for our visitors arrival!”

“Captains play a key role in destination selection and a good first impression can encourage the return of a cruise line,” says Claire Sullivan, Marketing Manager of Cruise NL. “Providing a personalized welcome from key tourism stakeholders show the captain our commitment to the cruise industry in St. John’s, which goes a long way toward cruise line retention.”

Once on solid ground, cruise ship passengers can be seen dancing and clapping along with the musicians as they make their way from the ship into the city’s downtown.

Cruise Ship Captains also receive a warm welcome to the City of St. John’s by a special delegation including representatives from the Port Authority, City Council and Cruise NL. Ship captains are presented with a gift from a local

After a busy day exploring the sights and sounds of our historic city the ship prepares for departure.

As the ship departs through the Narrows, a farewell musket salute is performed by Parks Canada to say ‘so long’ to our visitors.

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music @

concert series

Fridays, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Many different musical styles are featured in the concert series including jazz, blues, folk, pop and more. Each concert opens with a youth performer coordinated through a partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society.

Date

Location

Youth Opener

Featured Performance

Aug 16

Harbourside Park

Matilda Goldie

Siochana

Aug 23

Harbourside Park

Jenna Maloney

The Secrets

Aug 30

Harbourside Park

Hayley Taylor

Paige Penney

Sep 6

Harbourside Park

Shillon

Jim Payne & Fergus O’Byrne

Sep 13

Harbourside Park

Annie Lewis & Aine Waterhouse

Ian Foster

Sep 20

Atlantic Place Atrium

Brett Crane

TBA

Sep 27

Atlantic Place Atrium

Cassie Farrell

The Duds

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City of St. John’s Welcome Centre 348 Water Street Open 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. : Monday to Friday year round; 7 days a week seasonally 1-844-570-2009 709-576-8106 www.stjohns.ca Businesses, Tourists and Newcomers... visit us!

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Roads & Traffic Downtown Street Cleaning Street cleaning removes dirt and debris from streets, reduces the amount of debris going into storm sewers and prevents damage to infrastructure.

Scheduled street cleaning occurs from Monday, April 15 to Friday, September 20.

Please note, although the scheduled dates for streets are made for the entire season, streets may not be cleaned on a scheduled date due to parked cars, extreme weather or mechanical breakdowns. If your street is not cleaned on the scheduled date, we will return on the next scheduled day to clean the street.

Find out when your street will be cleaned: map.stjohns.ca/ StreetClean Find out what streets are scheduled for cleaning each night. All streets are listed and shown on a map. The colours indicate if it’s both sides of your street or just one (odd or even house numbers).

Searchable street list Search by address or date so you know where and when not to park in an area. Find the list at stjohns.ca>Quick Links> Street Cleaning

Subscribe to our e-update Receive an email, including a map, on the day your street is scheduled for cleaning at stjohns. ca> Quick Links> e-updates

Not online?

Call Access St. John’s at 311 or 709-754-CITY (2489) to get your street cleaning dates or request a paper copy.

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Waste & Recycling Metal and Bulk Garbage Curbside Collection Book an Appointment yy You must have an appointment made for items to be collected yy Go to curbitstjohns.ca > schedules yy Via the app St. John’s Waste and Recycling yy Call Access St. John’s at 311 or 754-CITY (2489)

Preparing for Pick-up yy When it’s your scheduled pick-up date, place bulk items separate from metal items at the curb. yy Small, loose items are not accepted; bundle or package them together. yy Have your pick-up in place by 8 a.m. on the morning of your collection day but please do not place items at the curb earlier than 3 p.m. the day before your scheduled collection.

REMEMBER: Bulk and metal waste can be brought to the Robin Hood Bay Waste Management Facility at 340 East White Hills Road year-round from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays to Saturdays, except when closed for statutory holidays.

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Pick Up Schedule Area 1: September 9 - 13 Area 2: September 16 - 20 Area 3: September 23 - 27 Area 4: September 30 - October 4 Area 5: October 8 - 12

Size Restrictions yy 1.5m x 1.5m x 2.15m (5ft x 5ft x 7ft) yy Must weigh less than 68 kgs (150 lbs) yy Does not fit inside the automated waste carts

Accepted yy yy yy yy yy

Large appliances Furniture Mattresses Rolled rugs Cast iron tubs, cut into pieces <23 kgs (<50 lbs)

NOT Accepted yy yy yy yy yy

Curbside recyclables Leaf and yard waste Electronic waste Boxes or containers filled with garbage Hazardous waste, e.g.: propane tanks, batteries, paint yy Liquid wastes, e.g.: engine oil, auto fluids yy Construction/renovation materials, e.g.: doors, windows, fiberglass tubs, fencing, lumber, shingles, flooring yy Christmas trees

Automated Garbage Collection: Top 6 Things to Keep in Mind

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If you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t already, write your address on the white label on the side of the cart with a permanent marker.

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When placing your cart for collection please ensure the arrows on the lid of the cart are pointing towards the street.

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t place carts on lawns and keep one metre away from parked vehicles, poles and recycling and yard waste bags.

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Ensure your cart lid is fully closed. Carts hold four, full, standard-sized bags of garbage.

Each cart has a radio frequency identifying (RFID) tag and individual serial numbers.

Carts are assigned to a property - not a person - and residents who move leave the cart behind.

The cart is the property of the City, however liability for the cart rests with the property owner. Property owners are charged to replace carts that are vandalized, stolen or lost. The City replaces defective carts or those damaged because of collection efforts.

For more on the automated garbage program, go to curbitstjohns.ca

Reduce Your Waste with Improved Recycling We encourage residents to check out all the items that can be recycled at the curb in blue bags, including these bulky items that take up space in the cart: yy Cardboard yy Boxboard (eg. cracker and cereal boxes, etc.) yy Milk cartons yy Steel cans yy Plastic clam shells yy Laundry soap containers To find out what you can recycle, go to curbitstjohns.ca

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Area 1A to 5A, 2019 Curbside Collection

Area

Learn your area at curbitstjohns.ca or call 311 or 754-CITY (2489).

2A Tuesday

Normal Garbage Day 1A Monday

Garbage/ Garbage/Yard Recycling Waste/Recycling

3A Wednesday

After a holiday, remaining garbage and recycling days change for that week only.

4A Thursday 5A Friday

H

Holiday

Waste must be at the curb between 6 and 8 a.m. on your collection day only. Garbage must be completely covered from April 1 to November 30.

H

From May 1 to November 30 yard waste must be in paper yard waste bags and put at the curb on your recycling day.

Garbage carts must be placed properly to ensure collection.

August M

T

W

1 8

T

5 6 7 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 26 27 28 29

2 9

F

S

3 10

16 23

17 24

30

31

M

2

H

9

T

3 10

16 17 23 24 30

November M 4 11H 18 25

12

T

W

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

T

7 14 21 28

October

September W

T

F

S

4 5 11 12

6 13

7 14

18 25

20 27

21 28

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December F

1 8 15 22 29

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2 9 16 23 30

M

2 9 16 23 30

T

3 10 17 24 31

W

4 11 18 25H

T

5 12 19 26 H

F

6 13 20 27

S

7 14 21 28

M

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4 11 18 25

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5 12 19 26

Area 1B to 5B, 2019 Curbside Collection

Area

Learn your area at curbitstjohns.ca or call 311 or 754-CITY (2489).

2B Tuesday

Normal Garbage Day 1B Monday

Garbage/ Garbage/Yard Recycling Waste/Recycling

3B Wednesday

After a holiday, remaining garbage and recycling days change for that week only.

4B Thursday 5B Friday

H

Holiday

Waste must be at the curb between 6 and 8 a.m. on your collection day only. Garbage must be completely covered from April 1 to November 30.

H

From May 1 to November 30 yard waste must be in paper yard waste bags and put at the curb on your recycling day.

Garbage carts must be placed properly to ensure collection.

August M

T

W

T

F

S

1

2

3

9 16 23

10

30

5

6

7

12 19

13 20

14 21

8 15 22

26

27

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29

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M

T

4 11H 18 25

T

W

T

5 12 19 26

6 13 20 27

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W

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4 5 11 12

16 23

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S

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30

November M

October

September M 7 14 H 21 28

T

1 8 15 22 29

W

T

2 3 9 10 16 17 23 24 30 31

F

4 11 18 25

S

5 12 19 26

December F

1 8 15 22 29

S

2 9 16 23 30

M 2 9 16 23 30

T

3 10 17 24 31

W

4 11 18 25 H

T

5 12 19 26 H

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Yard Waste

Curbside Collection From April 29 – November 29 the City of St. John’s collects yard waste (such as leaves and grass clippings) in paper yard waste bags only. Place the paper yard waste bags at the curb and they will be collected biweekly on the same day as your recycling day. Leaves in paper yard waste bags will be composted and used in future landscaping projects.

DID YOU KNOW? In the last two years, our curbside yard waste collection has diverted 1,550 tonnes from the landfill!

yy There is no limit to the number of paper yard waste bags that can be set out for collection at the curb. Yard waste bags must be under 50 lbs and will be collected separately from your garbage and recycling. yy Bagged leaves and grass clippings can also be brought to the Residential Drop Off at Robin Hood Bay until December 12 to be composted.

Mulch Your Leaves and Grass Mulching is the earth-friendly approach to disposing of leaves and grass.

It does wonders for your lawn!

Save Time, Money, and your Back No need to rake your grass clippings, buy bags, or lug the bags to the curb. By mulching-in-place you save time and money.

Soil Enrichment Grass and leaf mulch puts nutrients back to the soil. Your lawn and garden will require less fertilizer and other additives.

Water Conservation Grass and leaf mulch helps to retain moisture in soils. When soil is covered with mulch, the mulch lowers the soil’s exposure to sun and wind which reduces evaporation.

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Insulation Mulch acts like an insulating barrier from the heat in the summer, from the cold in the winter and from the wind all year round. Mulch prevents compaction and erosion of soils from wind and rain.

Weed Control Mulch can help prevent the growth of weeds. Add a thick layer - 5 to 7.5 cm (2 to 3”) - to gardens to reduce the need for herbicides.

Tax Savings No disposal fees are charged to the City for yard waste, therefore allowing for a more efficient use of your tax dollars.

What else can I do with my leaves? yy Dig leaves directly into your garden to add organic matter and nutrients to the soil. yy Put leaf mulch on gardens and flower beds and around shrubs and trees.

Learn to Compost

yy Add 2.5 cm (1 inch) layers of leaf mulch to your composter while alternating with other materials or use a separate composter for leaves only. For a leaf composter, alternate 15 cm (6 inches) of leaf mulch with a 2.5 cm (1 inch) layer of soil or finished compost and maintain by turning it regularly and keeping it moist.

MUN Botanical Garden 306 Mount Scio Road

Attend a free information session from the experts at the Botanical Garden and buy a compost bin afterwards. Bins are $50 for a standard compost bin, or $75 for a tumbler bin (cash only, please).

yy Rake regular or mulched leaves into a 90 cm (3 foot) pile in the corner of your yard. If leaves are dry, dampen with water. Turn the pile a few times in spring and summer to speed up the decomposition process which can take up to 12 months.

COVER

and

Saturday, Aug. 10, 2 - 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 20, 6 - 7 p.m.

Thursday Aug. 29, 6 - 7 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 7, 12 - 1 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6 - 7 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 6, 2 - 3 p.m.

Thursday Oct. 24, 6 - 7 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 16, 2 - 3 p.m.

SECUREyour LOAD! for a safer road

Cleaning up? Bring your items to the Robin Hood Bay Residential Drop Off!

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Curbside Recycling 1

RECYCLE IN THREE SIMPLE STEPS:

Sort it

yy Sort recyclables into containters and papers. yy Rinse food containers and milk cartons.

PAPERS

yy Remove straws from containers and wrap, plastic or Styrofoam from boxes.

Remember to rinse containers.

EYE CARE

2

CONTAINERS

Bag it

yy Place paper and cardboard in one separate see-through blue bag and containers in another. yy Place recyclables loosely in the bag.

PAPERS

3 yy Put your blue bags at the curb on your recycling day, every second week.

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Curb it

CONTAINERS

Declutter Your Home The decluttering craze has hit North America, with shows like the popular Tidying Up with Marie Kondo making waves on Netflix.

Kondo says that living a simpler, decluttered lifestyle “sparks joy: and there is no doubt that decluttering reduces stress, gives you more energy and gives a feeling of space and comfort.”

There are lots of items that can be decluttered in our home from clothes, shoes, cosmetics, toys, paper items and more.

If you are considering the benefits of decluttering your life, why not start with something the City of St. John’s makes easy for you to get rid of – paper.

From magazines to old books, newspaper and office paper, once you make the decision to remove excess paper from your home these items are easy to recycle; just toss them in your blue bag for paper recycling.

Here are a few tips to help you declutter your home of paper products: yy Tear off the covers from hardcover books; paperbacks can be tossed in the blue bag as is. yy Newspaper can be added directly to your recycling bag, as is. yy Envelopes and office paper can be inserted as well – don’t worry about windowed envelopes; just make sure you remove any paper clips or large binders, including those plastic ring binders, before recycling.

Did you know that there are now new markets for our News #6 paper, turning all those magazines, newspapers and books into a blow-in insulation for homes?

If you are ready to reduce your stress, increase your energy and feel like you have a bit more space in your home, start putting papers in your recycling blue bags!

Wondering if something is recyclable?

Use ‘Put Waste In Its Place’, on our app or website. Just enter the type of item (e.g., plastic bottle, milk carton) and it will tell you how to recycle or properly dispose of it - it’s that easy.

Learn your recycling & garbage days: yy Visit curbitstjohns.ca yy Call 311 or 754-CITY yy App St. John’s Waste & Recycling

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Recreation Fall Registration City Residents - 7 a.m., Thursday, August 15

Program Ages

To register for most programs participants must be the age listed on December 31, 2019.

Residents of other Municipalities - 7 a.m., Thursday, August 22

Registration Options Online: stjohns.ca, under Quick Links choose ‘RECconnect’ In person: yy H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road yy Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive

New programs and services are being added at the Kenmount Terrace Community Centre.

For more up-to-date information about the Centre offerings:

Open or update your RECconnect account before registration day.

Call 576-8499 or 576-8631, drop by or at stjohns.ca > Quick Links > RECconnect.

Wish List

Add the courses you want to your wish list for quick access on registration day.

Call 576-6112 Email recreation@stjohns.ca Visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Community Programs

Course codes

For easy access to the courses you want, use the five-digit course code when adding to your wish list or registering.

Waitlists

Our waitlist is not prioritized. If a spot becomes available, all on the waitlist are contacted by email and the spot is filled on a first come, first served basis.

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The City, at its discretion, may cancel programs based on registration and/ or instructor availability.

Rent a Facility City facilities can be booked for a variety of functions including baby or bridal showers, family gatherings, community/corporate events or sports activities.

Facility

Details

Birthday Parties

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre 40 Mundy Pond Road 576-8499

yy Gym yy Kitchen yy Multi-Purpose room

Swimming and Gym parties

Paul Reynolds Community Centre 35 Carrick Drive 576-8631

yy Gym yy Multi-Purpose room

Kenmount Terrace Community Centre 85 Messenger Drive 576-6112

yy yy yy yy

Southlands Community Centre 40 Teakwood Drive 364-5129

yy Multi-Purpose room yy Kitchen yy Meeting room

Shea Heights Community Centre 130 Linegar Avenue 576-1023

yy Multi-Purpose room yy Kitchen

Kilbride Lions Community Centre 34 Fahey Street 368-0250

yy Multi-Purpose room yy Kitchen

Cabot 500 Theatre Bowring Park recreation@stjohns.ca

yy Outdoor theatre accommodates 750

Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park Chalet Thorburn Road recreation@stjohns.ca

yy 24 bunk beds yy Kitchen yy Outdoor barbeque

Foran/Greene Room City Hall civicfunctions@stjohns.ca

yy Up to 325 people, depending on seating arrangement yy Kitchen

Gym Kitchen Multi-Purpose Room Meeting Room

For details on programs and services visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Community Programs

yy H.G.R. Mews Centre yy Paul Reynolds Centre Costs range from $140 to $260.

Call 576-8499 or 576-8631.

Gym parties yy yy yy yy

Kenmount Terrace Centre Shea Heights Centre Southlands Centre Kilbride Centre

Contact the centres for fees and availability.

Racquetball Courts

H.G.R. Mews Community Centre Book a 40 minute session by calling 576-8499. Equipment rentals $3, with a deposit of $20 or photo ID. Cost per person Drop-in $4 5 game pass $17.50 10 game pass $30

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Inclusive Services

Contact Us

576-4450 inclusion@stjohns.ca

If you require support to participate in City of St. John’s recreation and leisure programs, contact us to learn how we can help. The application deadline for next season (Winter) is November 17, 2019.

For details visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Inclusive services

Pursuing Active Lifestyles

For individuals with mild to moderate developmental disabilities to learn about the basic skills needed for active living.

Course Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Facility

Cost

13173

15-21

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 17

6:30 - 7:30 pm

PRCC

$72

13400

22+

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 17

7:45 - 8:45 pm

PRCC

$72

TIME™ Together in Movement and Exercise

A community-based exercise program for people with balance and mobility limitations who can walk 10 metres with or without an aide. Registration is on referral from a physician, pysiotherapist, registered nurse or nurse practitioner. Next session starts Tuesday, Oct 1. Contact us to learn more!

Fit Finders

Offered fall, winter and spring to groups facing barriers to participation in recreation and leisure. Groups experience activities in a safe, supportive environment with dedicated and experienced recreation staff.

Learn more on our website.

Attendant Pass

People with disabilities who require the support of an attendant to accompany them to events, may apply for an attendant pass.

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An all-terrain wheelchair designed for outdoor settings including trails and parks.

Adaptive Equipment Loan Program

We have equipment that can assist people with disabilities to participate in recreation and leisure activities. Contact us to borrow our equipment – free of charge!

Accessible Playground Equipment

Bowring Park and Kenmount Terrace Park have accessible playgrounds.

Accessible swings are in playgrounds at: yy Bannerman Park yy Bowring Park yy Froude Avenue yy Kenmount Terrace yy McNiven Place yy Paul Reynolds CC yy Penney Crescent yy Spruce Meadows yy St. Mary’s (near school)

Financial Support

Available for those facing financial barriers to participate in City of St. John’s Recreation Division activities. Requests for children and youth are referred to the REAL Program (see next page).

Become a REAL Supporter 576-8684 or 4556 real@stjohns.ca stjohns.ca/real

A REAL Act of

KINDNESS

Many thanks to Chris Rooney who donated $290 to the REAL Program through the 2019 Barn Burner. Chris’ donation sent three children to camps this summer!

“I have been running hockey programs and tournaments for a few years now and thought it would be a nice idea to do some fundraising to help out a local charity,” explained Chris. “Our last tournament of the year occurs in May and I was looking for a creative way to raise money, so we ran a putting competition in the rink during the hockey tournament as a nice transition from hockey to golf season.

“I had first learned about REAL from a friend of mine who worked with Choices For Youth. In looking for a charity for the putting competition fundraiser I wanted to find something close to my heart, one that provides opportunities for local youth to get

involved in athletics. After searching other options it became apparent to me that REAL was the perfect fit for this donation.

“The putting competition was a big hit with players and patrons of the 2019 Barn Burner and we managed to raise some money! It was a fun atmosphere and we will definitely continue with this for years to come.

REAL staff spent an evening at the tournament and their passion and commitment to the REAL program was apparent; we look forward to working with them again next season.”

100% of all donations to the REAL Program go directly to placing children and youth in recreation, art and music programs. If you or your organization are interested in donating to the REAL Program please contact us.

Give a child the gift of play with one click on your RECconnect Account!

Don’t have a RECconnect account? See page 18.

Sponsor a child in: Hockey $200 Music Program $150 Martial Arts $100 Dance $75 Art $25 Transportation to their program $50

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Drop-in Swimming H.G.R. Mews Community Centre, 40 Mundy Pond Road Paul Reynolds Community Centre, 35 Carrick Drive yy 25 metre pool yy 1 metre diving board yy co-ed steam room and dry sauna (Mews) yy 2 water slides, leisure pool & play area (PRCC) yy wheelchair accessibility and pool lift yy viewing area

As pool schedules often change for drop-in swims, we are no longer printing them in this guide.

For up-to-date swim schedules: yy Call the Swim and Fitness Line: 576-8408 (Mews) or 576-8155 (PRCC) yy Online stjohns.ca > Quick Links > Swim Schedules yy Email recreation@stjohns.ca yy Visit our recreation facilities

Wristbands must be worn by everyone in the pool and can be purchased at the front desk.

Age

Drop-in

10 pass

20 pass

30 pass

2 years and under

Free

n/a

Youth 3-18 & Senior 65+

$3

$27.50

$50

$67.50

Adult 19+

$4

$37.50

$70

$97.50

Family

$3 adults, $2 children

Steam/Sauna (Mews only)

$3

n/a

Swim Descriptions Family Swim

Everyone Welcome Swim

Adult Swim

A time for families of all ages to enjoy fun and fitness in the pool together! All children must be supervised by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at armslength. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor. Toys and diving board available. Splash pad and slides available at PRCC.

Enjoy a fun-filled aquatic environment! Open to all ages.

Children under 8 must be supervised by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at armslength. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor. Toys and diving board available. Splash pad and slides available at PRCC.

Swim for adults 19+ years-old.

Choose the appropriate lane – slow, medium, or fast - based on ability. At PRCC, the leisure pool and other fun features may or may not be available as aquatic fitness classes may be taking place.

Lane Swim

Leisure Swim

Choose the appropriate lane – slow, medium, or fast – based on ability. Children under 13 must be supervised by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at armslength. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor.

Only at PRCC. An ideal time for all ages to play or relax in the leisure pool! Open to all ages. Children under 13 must be supervised by a 16+ year-old who must remain in the water at arms-length. Maximum 3 children to 1 supervisor. Toys, splash pad and slides available.

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Swim Lessons

For details visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s > Recreation and Parks > Swimming

Swim lessons take place Sept. 8 to Nov. 30, 2019 at the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and follow the Canadian Red Cross Swim Program model.

Starfish / Duck / Sea Turtle

Red Cross Swim â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Adapted

Parent & Tot (6-36 months) Maximum 1 child to 1 adult 1 lesson per week, 50 minutes $54 for 12 lessons $49.50 for 11 (holiday)

An aide may be required to support the swimmer in the water.

1 lesson per week, 45 minutes $156 for 12 lessons $143 for 11 (holiday) Contact Inclusive Services at 576-4450 or inclusion@stjohns.ca for a Red Cross swimmer intake form, due two weeks prior to program start.

Swim Preschool / Kids / Teens 1 lesson per week, 45 minutes $78 for 12 lessons $71.50 for 11 (holiday)

Private swimming lessons

Adult Lessons Basic to stroke development level 1 lesson per week, 50 minutes $90 for 12 lessons $82.50 for 11 (holiday)

Private or semi-private 25 minute lesson Semi-private requires participants within two levels of each other. $80 for 4 lessons $60 for 3 (holiday)

Junior Lifeguard Club For swimmers ages 10-16 to bridge the gap between swimming lessons and lifeguard certification.

Course

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Junior Lifeguard Club

14764

10-13

Tu

Sep 10-Nov 26

5-7pm

Mews

$108

Junior Lifeguard Club

14765

14-16

Th

Sep 12-Nov 28

5-7pm

Mews

$108

Pool Closure The pool at Paul Reynolds Community Centre is closed for maintenance Sunday, Sept. 1 to Saturday, Oct. 26.

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Aquatic Leadership Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

For details visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s > Recreation and Parks > Swimming

Focusing on how to teach the Red Cross Learn to Swim Program topics covered include stroke development, stroke corrective strategies and emergency response skills. Swimming ability must be at Level 10 Red Cross Learn to Swim.

Course

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

14766

15+

Su

Sep 8, 29, Oct 6, 13

9am-5pm

Mews

$425

Component

Details

Pool & Classroom

Pool 9am-1pm; Classroom 2-5pm, Sundays, Sept. 8 & 29, Oct. 6 & 13

Online

Approximately 20 hours, to be completed Sept. 9-28. Candidates must bring the online component completion certificate to Sept. 29 session.

Co-teach

Candidates are paired with a certified Water Safety Instructor and are required to co-teach a complete set of lessons (12 weeks) for two hours per week.

Aquatic leadership courses offered in Winter 2020: Junior Lifeguard Club, Red Cross Assistant Lifeguard, Red Cross Lifeguard, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C

VOLUNTEER TODAY! Give back to your community and build relationships with others all while having fun. For more information or for a Volunteer Application contact us.

576-8630 volunteer@stjohns.ca

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Outdoor Recreation Course

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Stand Up Paddle Board – Introduction

13397

18+

Su

Sep 15

9am-noon

Rotary

$24

Family Canoeing

13396

5+

Su

Sep 22

10am-noon

Rotary

$20 per family

Archery

13389

18+

Su

Sep 29

10am-noon

Rotary

$16

Archery Workshop

14693

12-16

Su

Sep 29

1-3pm

Rotary

$14

Family Archery

15013

5+

Tu & Th

Oct 15-24

6:30-8pm

Mews

$60 per family

Bushcraft

14694

18+

Su

Oct 20

9am-noon

Rotary

$24

Family Halloween Geocaching

14716

5+

Su

Oct 27

10am-noon

Rotary

$20 per family

Snowshoe Making

13398

18+

Su

Nov 17

9am-3pm

Rotary

$65

Group Outdoor Programs Outdoor programs are available to community, youth and school groups and occur at Rotary ‘Sunshine’ Park or C.A. Pippy Park.

Programs are customized for the age and ability of participants, are offered as the season permits and can be booked at any time of the year.

Programs include: yy Archery yy Shelter Construction yy Orienteering yy Geocaching yy Fire Building yy Paddling yy Skiing yy Duke of Edinburgh Preliminary Training

Corporate Outdoor Program Introduce outdoor team building to your organization or business. We offer a variety of on land, snow or water activities for groups of 10 to 60 people, to create a custom program that meets your needs.

Contact Outdoor Programs 576-8522 outdoor@stjohns.ca

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Drop-in Fitness Dryland & aquatic fitness is for ages 16+. Wristbands must be worn by everyone in drop-in fitness sessions; receive your wristband from the front desk staff.

As drop-in fitness schedules often change, we are no longer printing them in this Guide.

For up-to-date schedules: yy Call the Swim and Fitness Line: 576-8408 (Mews) or 576-8155 (PRCC) yy Online stjohns.ca > Living in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s > Recreation and Parks > Fitness yy Email recreation@stjohns.ca yy Visit our recreation facilities

Age

Drop-in

10 pass

20 pass

30 pass

Youth 3-18 & Senior 65+

$4

$35

$60

$75

Adult 19+

$5

$45

$80

$105

Fitness Descriptions Deep Water Fitness

Body Bars and Dumbbells

Dance Fit

Held in the deep end of the pool this no impact workout is designed to improve joint movement, muscular strength and endurance. Flotation belts may be used if desired.

A total conditioning class designed to challenge major muscles groups using body bars and dumbbells.

A fun fitness class that fuses hypnotic dance rhythms and easyto-follow moves to create a great workout in a party-like atmosphere.

Shallow Water Fitness A low impact but high intensity water aerobics class designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, flexibility and muscle tone.

Core Balance Strengthen the core and lower back using body and hand weights. A well-rounded workout for all levels.

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Adults in Motion This low impact class combines cardio and strength training for the older adult who is looking to meet new friends and others with common wellness goals.

Cardio Pump Use dumbbells, body bars, skipping ropes, balance balls, bands, steps and more for a challenging workout for all fitness levels.

Work It Circuit A total body workout using basic fitness equipment to improve endurance, strength and cardiovascular fitness.

Fitness (16+) for Registration Course

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Beginner Yoga

13274

M

Sep 9-Dec 16

6:45-8pm

PRCC

$130

Beginner Yoga

15024

W

Sep 11-Dec 18

8-9:15pm

Kenmount

$130

Beginner Yoga

13276

Th

Sep 12-Dec 19

10:45am-noon

PRCC

$150

Intermediate Yoga

13278

M

Sep 9-Dec 16

8:15-9:30pm

PRCC

$130

Intermediate Yoga

13280

W

Sep 11-Dec 18

6:45-8pm

PRCC

$150

Intermediate Yoga

13288

W

Sep 11-Dec 18

8:15-9:30pm

PRCC

$150

Intermediate Yoga

13282

Th

Sep 12-Dec 19

9:15-10:30am

PRCC

$150

Mixed Level Yoga

13284

Tu

Sep 10-Dec 17

9:15-10:30am

PRCC

$150

Mixed Level Yoga

15021

Tu

Sep 10-Dec 17

10:45am-noon

PRCC

$150

Mixed Level Yoga

13286

Tu

Sep 10-Dec 17

6:45-8pm

PRCC

$150

Mixed Level Yoga

15022

W

Sep 11-Dec 18

6:30-7:20pm

Mews

$150

Yin Yoga

13290

Tu

Sep 10-Dec 17

8:15-9:30pm

PRCC

$150

Relaxation Yoga

15023

Tu

Sep 10-Dec 17

11am-12:15pm

Kenmount

$120

Relaxation Yoga

13293

W

Sep 18-Dec 4

9:30-10:45am

Mews

$96

Beginner Yoga

Mixed Level Yoga

Relaxation Yoga

For new students of all fitness levels to learn a solid foundation of yoga practice.

Beginners and intermediates practice yoga fundamentals together to increase strength, flexibility and endurance.

Beginner-friendly that incorporates mindfulness throughout the class.

Poses are done slowly to illicit the relaxation response and increase body-mind awareness.

Intermediate Yoga Improve on the beginner yoga poses and learn additional challenging poses. Beginner Yoga experience is required.

Yin Yoga A quiet practice that improves flexibility and circulation. Suitable for all levels and does not require previous yoga experience.

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Children and Youth Programs

For details visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. John’s > Recreation and Parks > Children’s Programs or > Youth Programs

Playgroups, up to age 5 unless otherwise noted Playgroup

M

Sep 9-Dec 9

10-11:30am

Southlands

$2, under 6 months free

Playgroup

Sa

Sep 14-Dec 14

10-11:30am

Southlands

$2, under 6 months free

Playgroup

Tu Th

Sep 10-Dec 19

9:30-11:30am

Kilbride

Free

Playgroup

M

Sep 9-Dec 16

9:30-11:30am

Kilbride

Free

Storytime

Th

Sep 19-Oct 24

1:30-3pm

Kilbride

Free

NL Storytime

Th

Nov 7-Dec 12

1:30-3pm

Kilbride

Free

Playgroup - Mother Goose (up to age 2.5)

Tu

Sep 17-Nov 26

10-11am

Shea Heights

Free

Playgroup

Tu Sa

Sep 10-Dec 14

10-11:30am

Kenmount

$2, under 6 months free

Preschool

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Preschool

13420

4-5

MWF

Sep 23-Dec 13

9am-noon

PRCC

$476

Preschool

13490

4-5

Tu Th

Sep 24-Dec 12

9am-noon

PRCC

$336

Preschool

13450

4-5

Tu Th

Sep 24-Dec 12

9am-noon

Southlands

$336

Preschool

14727

4-5

WF

Sep 25-Dec 13

9am-noon

Kenmount

$336

After School

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

PRCC Discovery

13425

5-8

M-F

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

PRCC

$350/month

PRCC Explore

13858

9-12

M-F

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

PRCC

$350/month

Southlands

13423

5-12

M-F

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Southlands

$350/month

Shea Heights NEW

14732

5-12

Tu Th

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Shea Heights

$82/month

Shea Heights NEW

14731

5-12

MWF

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Shea Heights

$123/month

Shea Heights

13422

5-12

M-F

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Shea Heights

$205/month

Kilbride NEW

14729

5-12

Tu Th

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Kilbride

$82/month

Kilbride NEW

14730

5-12

MWF

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Kilbride

$123/month

Kilbride

13421

5-12

M-F

Sep 4-Jun 25

3-5:30pm

Kilbride

$205/month

School Holiday

14726

5-12

F

Nov 8

8am-5:30pm

PRCC

$22

School Holiday

14725

5-12

F

Nov 8

8am-5:30pm

Southlands

$22

School Holiday

14733

5-12

F

Nov 8

8am-5:30pm

Kilbride

$22

Kenmount Terrace - For after school program options call 576-6112 or email recreation@stjohns.ca

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Children and Youth Programs

Sport and Youth Drop-ins

Sport

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Handball – Beginner Demo

13500

10-12

Tu

Sep 24

3:30-4:30pm

PRCC

Free

Handball – Beginner Demo

13501

12-16

Th

Sep 26

3:30-4:30pm

PRCC

Free

Handball

13502

10-12

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

3:30-4:30pm

PRCC

$40

Handball

13503

12-16

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

3:30-4:30pm

PRCC

$40

Ball Hockey

13498

12-16

Su

Sep 22-Dec 8

6-7pm

Mews

$40

Tennis – Introduction Demo

14686

9-12

W

Sep 24

3:30-4:30pm

PRCC

Free

Tennis – Introduction

14687

9-12

W

Oct 2-Dec 4

3:30-4:30pm

PRCC

$40

Indoor Tri-Sport

14736

6-8

Su

Sep 8- Oct 27

6-7:30pm

Kenmount

$42

Indoor Tri-Sport

14737

9-11

Su

Sep 8-Oct 27

6-7:30pm

Kenmount

$42

Youth Drop-ins

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Drop-in Girls Only

M

Sep 9-Dec 16

6:30-8pm

Southlands

Free

Drop-in

Tu Th

Sep 10-Dec 19

6:15-8:15pm

Southlands

Free

Drop-in

Th

Sep 19-Dec 19

6-7:30pm

Kilbride

Free

Drop-in

W

Sep 18-Dec 18

6-7:30pm

Kilbride

Free

Drop-in

M

Sep 16-Dec 16

6-7:30pm

Kilbride

Free

Drop-in

W

Sep 11-Dec 11

6:30-8pm

Shea Heights

Free

Drop-in Girls Only

Th

Sep 12-Dec 13

6:30-8pm

Shea Heights

Free

Drop-in Sport

Tu

Sep 10-Dec 10

6:30-8pm

Bosco

Free

Youth Drop-in

Su

Sep 22-Dec 8

3:15-5pm

PRCC

$2

Youth Drop-in

M

Sep 9-Dec 16

6-7:30pm

Kenmount

Free

Youth Drop-in Girls Only

Th

Sep 12-Dec 19

6-7:30pm

Kenmount

Free

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Children and Youth Programs

Craft, Leadership and Workshops

Craft

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Dream Catchers

14685

5-11

Su

Sep 15

10-11:30am

Kilbride

$12

Fall Craft

14735

5-12

Su

Oct 20

6:30-8pm

Kenmount

$9

Christmas Craft â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gingerbread Making

13496

10-12

Tu

Dec 10

6:30-8pm

PRCC

$14

Leadership

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Babysitters Course

13510

11-14

Sa

Sep 21

9am-4pm

Southlands

$55

Babysitters Course

13511

11-14

Sa

Oct 26

9am-4pm

Kenmount

$55

Home Alone Safety

13508

10-12

Sa

Sep 14

9am-4pm

PRCC

$55

Home Alone Safety

13509

10-12

Sa

Oct 5

9am-4pm

Kilbride

$55

Workshops

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Archery

14693

12-16

Su

Sep 29

1-3pm

Rotary

$14

Knitting

14739

9-11

Th

Sep 19 & 26

6-8pm

PRCC

$30

Knitting

14738

12-16

Th

Oct 3 & 10

6-8pm

PRCC

$30

Cooking

14741

9-11

Th

Oct 24

6-8pm

Kenmount

$18

Cooking

14740

12-16

Th

Nov 7

6-8pm

Kenmount

$18

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Adult (18+) Handicraft & Art Art

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Acrylic Painting - Fall Path

14713

F

Sep 13

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$20

Acrylic Painting

14754

W

Sep 18

6:30-9:30pm

Southlands

$20

Acrylic Painting - Maple Leaf

14767

F

Sep 20

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$20

Acrylic Painting - Sunflower

14768

F

Sep 27

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$20

Acrylic Painting - Poppies

14769

F

Oct 4

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$20

Acrylic Painting - Christmas Wreath

14770

F

Oct 11

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$20

Acrylic Painting

14755

W

Oct 16

6:30-9:30pm

Southlands

$20

Acrylic Painting - Halloween

14714

M

Oct 21

1-3pm

Mews

$14

Acrylic Painting

14756

W

Nov 20

6:30-9:30pm

Southlands

$20

Acrylic Painting - Christmas

14715

M

Nov 25

1-3pm

Mews

$14

Acrylic Painting

14753

W

Dec 18

6:30-9:30pm

Southlands

$20

Oil Painting - Fall Landscape

14710

Th

Sep 12-Sep 26

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$54

Oil Painting - Sunflowers

14711

Th

Oct 10-Oct 24

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$54

Oil Painting - Winter Landscape

14712

Th

Nov 28-Dec 12

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$54

Water Colour

14706

M

Oct 7-Nov 4

6:30-9pm

PRCC

$60

Water Colour

14708

Th

Oct 10-Oct 31

2-4:30pm

PRCC

$60

Water Colour

14709

Th

Nov 14-Dec 5

2-4:30pm

PRCC

$60

Water Colour

14707

M

Nov 18-Dec 9

6:30-9pm

PRCC

$60

Drawing - Landscapes

14771

F

Oct 18

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$18

Drawing - Florals

14772

F

Oct 25

6:30-9:30pm

Mews

$18

Handicraft

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Rug Hooking Door Topper

14745

M

Sep 16-Oct 28

9am-noon

Mews

$143 or $173 hook & frame provided

Rug Hooking Christmas Ornament

14748

M

Dec 2-9

9am-noon

Mews

$86 or $116 hook & frame provided

M

Sep 16-Dec 2

10:30amnoon

Mews

$3 per drop in session

W

Oct 2–Nov 20

6:30-9pm

Southlands

$120

Knitting Circle – Drop In Quilting

14751

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Adult (18+) Music & Dance Music

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Accordion Level 1

13373

Tu

Oct 15-Nov 19

10am-noon

CEWP

$54

Accordion Level 2

13374

W

Oct 16-Nov 20

10am-noon

CEWP

$54

Accordion Level 3

13375

Th

Oct 17-Nov 21

10am-noon

CEWP

$54

Beginner Guitar

13377

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

11am-12:30pm

Mews

$67.50

Intermediate Guitar

13378

M

Sep 30-Dec 9

7:30-9pm

Mews

$60.75

Advanced Guitar

13379

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

1:30-3pm

Mews

$67.50

Keyboarding – Beginner

13382

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

9:30-10:45am

Mews

$56.25

Keyboarding – Beginner

13383

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

9:45-11am

PRCC

$56.25

Keyboarding – Intermediate

13384

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

11am-12:15pm

Mews

$56.25

Keyboarding – Intermediate

13385

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

11:15am12:30pm

PRCC

$56.25

Keyboarding – Intermediate

13386

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

12:30-1:45pm

Mews

$56.25

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

M

Sep 16-Dec 2

1-2pm

PRCC

$4.50 per drop-in session

Dance

Code

Line Dance Drop-in (all levels) Beginner Line Dance

13358

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

11am-noon

Mews

$45

Beginner/Intermediate Line Dance

13359

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

12:15-1:15pm

Mews

$45

Beginner/Intermediate Line Dance

14698

W

Nov 6-Dec 11

10:15-11:15am

PRCC

$27

Intermediate Line Dance

13360

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

12:15-1:15pm

Mews

$45

Intermediate Line Dance

14699

W

Nov 6-Dec 11

11:30-12:30pm

PRCC

$27

Advanced Line Dance

13361

Th

Oct 3-Dec 5

11am-noon

Mews

$45

Advanced Line Dance

13362

F

Oct 4-Dec 6

1-2pm

Mews

$45

Beginner Ballroom Dance

13365

Su

Sep 22-Dec 1

7:45-8:45pm

Mews

$45 partner required

Modern Sequence Ballroom Dance

13366

Su

Sep 22-Dec 1

9-10pm

Mews

$45 partner required

W

Oct 2-Dec 4

7:30-9pm

Mews

$6.75 fee per drop-in session + live music!

Newfoundland Traditional Dance

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Adult (18+) Leisure & Learning Leisure

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Beginner Digital Photography

14702

Tu & Th

Oct 8 – Oct 24

10am-noon

Southlands

$48

Bridge Level 1

13370

Tu

Oct 1-Dec 3

9-11:30am

Mews

$100

Bridge Level 2

13371

W

Oct 2-Dec 4

9-11:30am

PRCC

$100

Bridge Level 3

13372

M

Sep 30-Dec 2

9-11:30am

PRCC

$80

Social Time & Cards – Drop-in

Tu

Sep 17-Dec 3

10:30am-noon

PRCC

$3 per session

Social Time & Cards – Drop-in

F

Sep 20-Dec 6

10:30am-noon

Mews

$3 per session

Learning

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Beginners Course 1

14763

F

Sep 13-Oct 4

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$72

Beginners Course 2

14762

F

Oct 11-Nov 1

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$72

Facebook & Messenger App

14761

F

Nov 15

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$18

Android Device

14760

F

Nov 8

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$18

Apple Device

14759

F

Nov 22

9:30am-12:30pm

PRCC

$18

Snapchat & Instagram

14758

F

Nov 29

9:30-11:30am

PRCC

$12

The City, at its discretion, may cancel Adult and Older Adult programs based on registration and/or instructor availability.

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Older Adults (50+)

Contact Us Call 576-8490 or 576-8411 email recreation@stjohns.ca

Active for Life (pilot program)

This fall prevention fitness class will help older adults improve balance and flexibility to decrease the risk of falls. As this is a pilot program we have received funding to offer the class at a reduced cost and to provide transportation within the city if requested (please call or email). This program is in partnership with Seniors NL and NL Housing, and has received funding grants through the Wellness Coalition and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Visit: stjohns.ca > Living in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s > Recreation and Parks > Seniors Programs

Fitness

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Active for Life

14757

Tu & Th

Sep 17-Dec 5

1-2:30pm

Southlands

$36

Lifelong Learners

Continue to build skills and knowledge in general interest courses.

Philosophy for Everyday Life

Big ideas can and should talk about the problems of everyday life. Class discussion will be necessary.

Lifelong Learners

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Philosophy for Everyday Life

14696

Tu & Th

Sep 17-Oct 3

10am-noon

PRCC

$48

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Older Adults (50+)

Events and Outings

Scent Free

All outings are scent free. Individuals who wear scented products may be refused admission, at the discretion of City staff.

Registration must be completed at least three days prior to the event, see page 18.

Registration fee includes meal, refreshments and transportation. Call 576-8594 the evening before the event to determine the bus schedule.

Pick-ups occur from the H.G.R. Mews Community Centre and several adult and seniors apartments.

Events and Outings

Code

Day

Date

Time

Location

Cost

Seniors Social & Bingo

13334

Th

Sep 19

noon-3pm

PRCC

$18 $13 if using GoBus

Day at Rotary Park

13337

Th

Sep 26

noon-3pm

Rotary

$15 $10 if using GoBus

Thanksgiving Dinner & Dance

13340

Th

Oct 10

6:30-10:30pm

City Hall

$22 $17 if using GoBus

Halloween Dinner & Dance

13343

W

Oct 30

6:30-10:30pm

City Hall

$22 $17 if using GoBus

Country Western Night

13346

Th

Nov 21

6:30-10:30pm

City Hall

$22 $17 if using GoBus

Christmas Social & Bingo

13349

Th

Dec 5

noon-3pm

PRCC

$18 $13 if using GoBus

Christmas Dinner & Dance

13352

Th

Dec 12

6:30-10:30pm

City Hall

$22 $17 if using GoBus

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The Alarming News on

Carbon Monoxide Carbon Monoxide is:

Odorless

Colourless

By Cara Pardy Fire Inspector, St. John’s Regional Fire Department

As the leaves turn from green to orange, and the weather cools, you start preparing for the cold season ahead. Have you thought about the fire safety risks that occur in the fall?

To keep you and your family safe this season, let’s look at some important, seasonal fire safety and prevention tips.

With the temperatures falling outside, you will be turning up the heat inside. What you may not know is that heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fires during the winter months. It’s important to have any fuel burning (i.e. wood, oil, propane) heating systems inspected by a qualified professional. These systems haven’t been

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used for a few months, so you need to make sure they are safe before you need to use them. If appliances are not working properly or are used incorrectly, dangerous levels of carbon monoxide (CO) can result.

What is carbon monoxide (CO)?

Sadly, I meet many people who are not aware of the dangers of CO and don’t have CO alarms in their homes. CO is an odorless, colorless gas created when fuel such as gasoline, wood, coal, propane and oil burn incompletely. In the home, heating and cooking equipment that burn fuel are potential sources of CO. Vehicles or generators running in an attached garage can also produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.

Only use appliances indoors or in enclosed areas that are approved for indoor use.

A person can be poisoned by a small amount of CO over a longer period or by a large amount of CO over a shorter amount of time. Your pets are affected by CO as well.

How would you know if you are experiencing CO poisoning?

Exposure to carbon monoxide gas can cause flu-like symptoms such as:

Install Alarms If you have anything in your home that could produce CO, you must have CO alarms. Install them outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the basement. CO alarms need to be plugged all the way into a working outlet, or if battery operated, have working batteries.

Along with CO alarms, you also must have working smoke alarms. Install them on every level of your home, outside sleeping areas, and inside bedrooms. Replace batteries at least every six months. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to have smoke alarms that are interconnected so if one activates, they all activate. New wireless technology provides an easy way to interconnect smoke alarms making it a simple way to protect your family!

Headaches

Nausea

Dizziness

Burning eyes

Confusion

Drowsiness

Loss of consciousnesss

Know Your Home Escape Plan Make a home escape plan and discuss it with your family so you can be fully prepared when an alarm sounds! Get out immediately. Once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out, stay out! Under no circumstances should you ever go back into a burning building or one that could have high levels of CO. If someone is missing, inform the fire department dispatcher when you call. Our firefighters have the skills Fire Prevention and equipment to 576-3905 perform rescues. fireprevention@stjohns.ca

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Ask a Vet

By Dr. Heather Hillier Veterinarian, City of St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

I am often asked for my professional advice when it comes to pets and pet care. Fleas are a popular topic.

Here some of my most commonly asked questions.

My pet had fleas and no matter what I use, they keep coming back. Why?

Do I have to use flea control if my pet is indoors only?

There is no quick fix to treat fleas once they are established on a pet and in a home. It will often take months for any flea treatment regiment to be successful, however some key points essential to success are:

Yes. Fleas can thrive in your home and pet infestations can occur in the home any time of year. I recommend having all household pets on flea prevention all year.

I have several cats; can I buy the dog product and share it between the cats?

No. Some flea treatments that are safe for dogs can be fatal to cats. It is important to use a flea product for the type of animal you have. If you are treating cats and dogs in the same household, consult your veterinarian to ensure the products you are using are safe for all your pets.

yy Use products that kill fleas at multiple stages of their life cycle, not just the adults or eggs. I recommend purchasing products directly from your veterinarian. yy All furred pets in the household need to be on the appropriate flea treatment year-round. yy Wash all pet bedding regularly in hot water. yy Vacuum all flooring daily (dispose of the vacuum contents after each use). yy In some cases, your home environment may need to be treated separately with a flea spray. yy Rotate the flea products you use. Fleas can develop resistance to a particular product over time.

Humane Services 576-6126 humaneservices@stjohns.ca

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Questions?

Concerns? yy Download our app yy Call 311 or 754-CITY yy Ask online at stjohns.ca

yy Email accessstjohns@stjohns.ca yy Visit Access St. John’s at City Hall

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Take the bus to the pool

Routes 3 & 23 pass right by Paul Reynolds Community Centre and routes 11 & 12 service H.G.R. Mews Community Centre.

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