Soirees & Times; bigger and better

Charles Furey, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, is pleased that Soirees & Times has started strong and should continue strong throughout the summer.

"We have increased our summer events by 20 per cent, because of last year�s success. Soirees & Times is an excellent way to promote cultural activities to resident and non-resident tourists. It introduces tourists, and reminds Newfoundlanders, of our heritage and culture, by showing an evening of traditional Newfoundland and Labrador food and entertainment" said Minister Furey.

Soirees & Times is a project of the Special Celebrations Agency of the Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. The project�s objective is to promote cultural activities to resident and non-resident tourists and to use the traditional Newfoundland and Labrador time in the province as a tourism attraction. The program is open to community groups, clubs, organizations, churches and other private operators, with the obligation to offer an event that complies with typical Newfoundland and Labrador tradition. All participants have use of the logo to advertise on the their premises, and are listed in the Soirees & Times brochures that are distributed all over the island.

The following is a schedule of the Soirees & Times in communities across the island. Displaying their version of a Newfoundland and Labrador time with music, plays, stories and dancing.

Confederation - A Company Town�s View
Three courses of traditional Newfoundland food while the views of a British-owned company can be heard during the last stages of the confederate debate in 1948.
When: Every Tuesday and Sunday at 7:00 p.m. from June 25 to August 29
Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12, Grand Falls-Windsor
Contact: John Thompson, Grand Falls-Windsor Summer Theatre
Tel: 1-888-491-9453 Fax:(709) 489-0465mailto:andcoplayers@hotmail.com

H�Amnesia�s Wedding
A comedic wedding and reception involving a dysfunctional local family. Good food, music and comedy sketches.
When: Every Friday at 7:00 p.m during July and August
Where: Hawthorne Cottage and United Church Hall, Brigus
Contact: Shelia King
Tel: (709) 528-3335 Fax: (709) 528-4050

Christmas and the Mummers
Experience a memorable Newfoundland Christmas with Mummers and traditional Christmas dinner. An informative and fun-filled evening.
When: Every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Salmonier Country Manor, Mount Carmel
Contact: Rosalind Jardine
Tel:(709) 521-2778 Fax:(709) 521-2788

Island to Island - An Irish Dew!
A dinner theatre show depicting the Southern Shore�s rich and adventurous past. Traditional foods, songs and stories
When: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7:00 p.m. from June 23 to September 8
Where: The Arts Centre/Kavanagh Premises - Ferryland
Contact: Dianne Costello- The Southern Shore Folk Arts Council
Tel: (709) 432-2052 Fax: (709) 432-2052

A Good Old Gambo Time
Music, song, recitations and sketches of life in the famous town of Gambo- birthplace of Joseph R. Smallwood, Newfoundland and Labrador�s first premier.
When: Every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Smallwood Interpretation Centre, Gambo
Contact: Lorne Greene
Tel: (709) 674-4994 Fax: (709) 674-5359

Tales of L�Anse aux Meadows
An evening of entertainment and food in L�Anse aux Meadows. Listen to tales of Viking history.
When: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7:30 p.m. during July and August
Where: The Norseman Restaurant, L�Anse aux Meadows
Contact: Gina Hodge
Tel: 1-877-623-2018 Fax. (709) 623-2144

Company for Supper
Unique blend of Irish, English and French culture with a dash of American influence, allows you to experience the traditional foods, music and local talent.
When: Every Friday at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Trelawney Bed and Breakfast, Colinet
Contact: Rev. Joan Short
Tel: (709) 521-2498 Fax: (709) 521-2498

A Woody Island Time
A unique overnight on a resettled island. Traditional meals and entertainment with interesting activities and comfortable accommodations.
When: Every night during July and August
Where: Woody Island Resort, Placentia Bay
Contact: Loyola Pomroy
Tel:1-800-504-1066 Fax (709) 745-4937mailto:email:woodyi@woodyi.com

The Great Viking Feast at Leifsburdir
Come celebrate the food, fun and feuds of the historic Vikings. The venue is a real sod hut and the buffet of local specialties which includes moose, cod tongues and baked salmon which is served from the Viking ship.
When: Every night at 7:30 p.m. from June 10 to September 30
Where: Lightkeepers Caf�, St. Anthony
Contact: Dwayne Cull
Tel: 1-877-454-4900 Fax: (709) 454-3654mailto:email:d.cull@nf.sympatico.ca

Grand Beginnings
Enjoy a traditional soup lunch while learning of the historic fishing village of Grand Bank�s rich and unique history.
When: Wednesday to Saturday at 3:15 p.m. during July and August
Where: George C. Harris House, Grand Bank
Contact: Grand Bank Heritage Society
Tel: (709) 832-1574 Fax: (709) 832-1636

The Admiral�s Feast
Come join the welcoming feast in a night filled with colourful characters and boatloads of fun, music, and
food from the 1650s.
When: Every Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Gander Curling Club, Gander
Contact: Acting Up Entertainment
Tel:(709) 256-3110 Fax: (709) 256-3112mailto:email.actingup@thezone.net

Ruby Brace�s Boarding House Reunion
Laughter, music and mayhem ensue when a group of former residents of a popular Duckworth street boarding house end up back at their old stomping grounds. Hilarious antics and a delicious three course traditional meal.
When: Every night at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Theatre at St. John�s Lane, St. John�s
Contact: Kathie Hicks
Tel: (709) 579-3023 Fax: (709) 579-3056

Life in a Typical L�Anse au Clair Home
Explore the culture and traditions of life in L�Anse au Clair in 1949, while local flavour will be presented in the traditional meals served.
When: Every Wednesday and Friday at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Northern Light Inn, L�Anse au Clair
Contact: Shirley Letto
Tel: (709) 931-2332 Fax: (709) 931-2708

A Barbour�s Tickle
Enjoy an evening of songs, yarns and music topped off with a delicious traditional Newfoundland scoff.
When: Every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Waterfront Premises, Barbour Living Heritage Village, Newtown
Contact: Judy Stagg or Cheryl Perry
Tel:(709) 536-2441 or (709) 536-3220 Fax: (709) 536-3150

Old Fashioned Scoff & Sing Along
Traditional Newfoundland scoff intertwined with the tradition of Newfoundland music and song.
When: Every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Salvation Army Church Hall, Garnish
Contact: Legge�s Foodtown
Tel: (709) 826-2750 Fax: (709) 826-2776 mailto:pinky@nf.sympatico.ca

All Around the Circle Dinner Theatre
An evening filled with old time skits, dances, music, songs and a traditional Newfoundland meal.
When: Monday to Saturday at 7:00 p.m. during July and August
Where: Crow Head Community Centre, Twillingate
Contact: Yvonne Mutford
Tel: (709) 884-5423

Media contact: Tara Laing, Communications, Special Celebrations, (709) 729-3813

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