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Wednesday Apr 17

April 17, 2024
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Join us for an exclusive evening with award-winning author and actor Andy Jones, interviewed by acclaimed playwright Robert Chafe. The discussion centers on Jones' upcoming book, "Actor Needs Restraint!" featuring three plays inspired by his beloved Uncle Val radio series. Explore the comedic world of "An Evening with Uncle Val," as ...

Thursday Apr 18

April 18, 2024
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Join us for a conversation with St. John’s visual artist, Kathleen Knowling as she discusses her long career, her connections with feminism, and the local arts community. At the age of 96, Kathleen’s work in the arts has spanned decades. This program includes a question and answer period. This is a free ...
April 18, 2024
7:00PM - 10:00PM
Presented with PictureNL, we’re shining a spotlight on some of Newfoundland and Labrador’s superb films and filmmakers! Each month we’ll present a different local feature film on our big screen. Gather with friends and film buffs to celebrate home-grown talent. Thursday, April 18 Young Triffie Been Made Away With 2006 | 1h 29m Directed ...

Friday Apr 19

April 19, 2024
7:30PM - 9:00PM
Join us for a celebration of the 2024 Arts & Letters Awards Exhibition, with this year’s winners in - Visual Arts, Literary Arts, Media Arts and Music. Sponsored by the Newfoundland & Labrador Department of Tourism, Culture Arts and Recreation. This is a free event.  Arts & Letters Exhibition Page

Saturday Apr 20

April 20, 2024
10:00AM - 12:00PM
TOTS
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books tailored for toddlers aged 2 to 4. There's no need to pre-register; simply pay your admission ...

Sunday Apr 21

April 21, 2024
2:00PM - 3:30PM
Experience the thought-provoking documentary "Taking on Water," spotlighting playwright Robert Chafe, dancer/actor Louise Moyes, and featuring performances by Duo Concertante. Delve into the impacts of climate change in the province’s coastal communities. Directed by Barbara Doran Videographer: Jerry McIntosh Following the screening, engage in a Q&A session. Presented in partnership with Future Ocean and Coastal Infrastructures ...

Tuesday Apr 23

April 23, 2024
1:30PM - 3:30PM
TOTS
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Wednesday Apr 24

April 24, 2024
10:30AM - 11:15AM
TOTS
Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development. Who's Invited: Newborns to 9 month olds ...
April 24, 2024
10:45AM - 11:45AM
Join us for an enhanced citizenship ceremony in commemoration of Education Week in partnership with The Institute for Canadian Citizenship. This special citizenship ceremony will swear in candidates who have come to Canada from countries all around the world. This is a free, drop in program. No ticket required. Une cérémonie de citoyenneté spéciale ...
April 24, 2024
11:30AM - 12:15PM
TOTS
Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development. Who's Invited: Newborns to 9 month olds ...
April 24, 2024
7:00PM - 9:00PM
Indigenous Speaker Series
What does it mean to “re-language”? Barbra Meek offers this term as a proposal and an approach toward change within and across disciplinary fields that investigate linguistic form and practice holistically.  To exemplify re-languaging as a process for addressing marginalization, Meek reconsiders previous fieldwork in three parts: language documentation, language and cultural ...

Friday Apr 26

April 26, 2024
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Tour
It is the final week to visit exhibitions by Kim Morgan, Sheilagh O’Leary and Jenny Yujia Shi. Join Curator of Contemporary Art Mireille Eagan and Educator Anne Pickard in the art gallery for a conversation about the curatorial process and the role of artists and arts education today. Tickets: $12 plus HST. Free ...

Saturday Apr 27

April 27, 2024
10:00AM - 12:00PM
TOTS
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books tailored for toddlers aged 2 to 4. There's no need to pre-register; simply pay your admission ...

Sunday Apr 28

April 28, 2024
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Get Hands on with our province’s plants, animals and wild spaces at The Rooms with Nature NL! Nature Nook is a monthly hands-on session to interact with real specimens like seal pelts, skulls, whale baleen, antlers, moose fur, and a variety of rocks and minerals. Join us to learn more about nature ...
April 28, 2024
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Family Fun
Step into a world of family fun at The Rooms! It’s an afternoon of creativity and connection for all ages. With a different theme and art activity every month designed by our educators to connect with current exhibitions, there’s something new every time! What will you create? All materials provided. This month, ...

Tuesday Apr 30

April 30, 2024
1:30PM - 3:30PM
TOTS
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Thursday May 2

May 2, 2024
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Coffee & Culture
Join Dr. Donna Hardy Cox and Dr. Michelle Sullivan for an enlightening talk on the history of social work in Newfoundland and Labrador. Delve into the era from The First World War to Confederation with Canada, uncovering significant stories and contributions. Learn how this rich history continues to shape our present and ...

Saturday May 4

May 4, 2024
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Playdate
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books tailored for toddlers aged 2 to 4. There's no need to pre-register; simply pay your admission ...

Tuesday May 7

May 7, 2024
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Playdate
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Wednesday May 8

May 8, 2024
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Join Neil Burgess of the Shipwreck Preservation Society as he shares highlights from their recent endeavors, including an overview of the society's involvement in unraveling the mystery of the shipwreck at Cape Ray. Hear stories of the Royal Navy submarine HMS P-514, sunk off St. Shott's, and the investigation into the US ...

Saturday May 11

May 11, 2024
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Playdate
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books tailored for toddlers aged 2 to 4. There's no need to pre-register; simply pay your admission ...

Sunday May 12

May 12, 2024
2:00PM - 3:30PM
Treat mom or a special mother-figure in your life to a special one-hour performance by guest artists, Shelley Neville and Peter Halley. This dynamic duo will entertain you with songs they love to sing and stories about their adventures together. You will be treated to coffee and tea along with a delicious scone, ...

Tuesday May 14

May 14, 2024
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Playdate
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Thursday May 16

May 16, 2024
2:30PM - 3:30PM
Coffee & Culture
Please join us for a trailer screening and discussion about BURNOUT, a new immersive installation by Georgia Dawkin and Drew Pardy. Using textiles, video, and performance, these artists examine racing culture and terminology. Their playful critique explores how burnout and unrecognized labour are common experiences for many women and creative workers. This ...

Saturday May 18

May 18, 2024
10:00AM - 12:00PM
Playdate
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books tailored for toddlers aged 2 to 4. There's no need to pre-register; simply pay your admission ...

Tuesday May 21

May 21, 2024
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Playdate
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Wednesday May 22

May 22, 2024
7:00PM - 8:00PM
Join author Ted Rowe as he discusses his latest captivating book, Mischief in High Places: The Life and Times of Sir Richard Squires. Delve into the spectacular career and personal life of the man who, in 1919, was elected Prime Minister of Newfoundland. This work focus’ on his political triumphs, scandals, ...

Thursday May 23

May 23, 2024
2:30PM - 3:30PM
See Gather together, the latest art gallery exhibition co-curated by The Rooms Curator of Contemporary Art Mireille Eagan and the Artistic Director of Bonavista Biennale, Rose Bouthillier. Gather highlights the province’s growing creative community, exploring the reasons we come together. See art inspired by this place, created in this place, and connected to ...

Friday May 24

May 24, 2024
2:00PM - 3:30PM
Art Tea is a contemplative way to experience our exhibitions. Join us for a visit to the art gallery, then exchange ideas and share reflections about current topics in art. This is a casual and relaxed group setting. Tea will be served overlooking the breathtaking view of the harbour. Tickets: $20 plus ...
May 24, 2024
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Come celebrate the launch of this new book, published to accompany the exhibition presented at The Rooms over Winter 2024. Artist Daze Jefferies, guest curator Emily Critch and designer Hazel Eckert will be in attendance for this casual, drop in event. Light refreshments will be served. Books available from The Rooms Gift ...
May 24, 2024
7:00PM - 10:00PM
Presented with PictureNL, we’re shining a spotlight on some of Newfoundland and Labrador’s superb films and filmmakers! Each month we’ll present a different local feature film on our big screen. Gather with friends and film buffs to celebrate home-grown talent. Friday, May 24, 2024 How to Be Deadly 2015 |1h 28m Directed by Nik Sexton Q&A ...

Saturday May 25

May 25, 2024
10:00AM - 12:00PM
TOTS
Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books tailored for toddlers aged 2 to 4. There's no need to pre-register; simply pay your admission ...

Sunday May 26

May 26, 2024
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Get Hands on with our province’s plants, animals and wild spaces at The Rooms with Nature NL! Nature Nook is a monthly hands-on session to interact with real specimens like seal pelts, skulls, whale baleen, antlers, moose fur, and a variety of rocks and minerals. Join us to learn more about nature ...
May 26, 2024
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Family Fun
Step into a world of family fun at The Rooms! Experience an afternoon filled with creativity and connection for the family. This monthly event showcases a new theme and craft, cleverly tying into our galleries. Unleash your creativity, create memories, and relish quality family time with us! In connection with The Rooms ...

Tuesday May 28

May 28, 2024
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Playdate
Join us for a delightful afternoon at The Rooms! Bring your little ones to our enchanting Harbour View Room for unguided playtime surrounded by an array of toys and books tailored for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4. No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front ...

Wednesday May 29

May 29, 2024
10:30AM - 11:15AM
TOTS
Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development. The May 29 sessions will take ...
May 29, 2024
11:30AM - 12:15PM
TOTS
Embark on a monthly musical journey with your little one at the Infant Sensory Music Group, hosted by certified music therapist, Renée White. Join us in exploring the unique art exhibitions at The Rooms, setting the stage for a sensory-rich experience that enhances your infant's development. Who's Invited: Newborns to 9 month olds ...
May 29, 2024
1:00PM - 3:00PM
In this expansive and educational in-depth talk and conversational gallery tour, art educator Anne Pickard places current art exhibitions in context with wider art histories. This mini art history sessions will leave participants with a better appreciation of current exhibitions, as well as the historical and cultural movements and societal change ...
May 29, 2024
7:00PM - 8:00PM
This talk will introduce the Chinese Canadian Museum (Vancouver), the first cultural institution in Canada devoted to Chinese Canadian culture and lived histories, and The Paper Trail, a feature exhibition on the 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act. Exhibition Curator, Catherine Clement will be in conversation with Chinese Canadian Museum CEO, Dr. Melissa Lee in ...

Thursday May 30

May 30, 2024
2:30PM - 3:30PM
The Rooms entomology collection is growing and becoming an important resource for studying insect diversity in Newfoundland and Labrador. Join us along with our partners, Nature NL and Memorial University Botanical Garden, for the launch of an exciting project for a fun summer filled with insect-themed events and activities. Entomology Intern, Abbie ...

Friday May 31

May 31, 2024
7:00PM - 9:00PM
You are invited to join us for a free public art gallery opening reception! In celebration of the Year of the Arts, Gather honours the vital role of artists in Newfoundland and Labrador. The exhibition places importance on intergenerational conversations, as artworks by some of the province’s most beloved figures are shown ...