
Anniversary Celebrations
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SNAP A PHOTO – Show Your LOVE for Torbay Businesses
Planning to visit a Torbay business during August or September?
Snap a photo while visiting any of Torbay’s wonderful Businesses between August 1st-September 31st, and you will be entered to win 1 of 4 gift cards to a local business of your choice. Photos will also be added to an online album showcasing our love for supporting local!
Submit photos to Dlawrence@Torbay.ca. There is no limit to the number of images you choose to submit.
Torbay 50th Past Events
September Event Highlights:
SEPTEMBER 9-10
COMMON THREADS - QUILT SHOW & SALE
Time:
Friday, September 9, 4:00-9:00pm
Saturday, September 10, 10:00am-5:00pm
Tearoom on Saturday, September 10
12:00-4:00pm
A monetary donation for the Torbay local food bank is appreciated.
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Free Admission. The Torbay Quilters and The Watt's Cove Quilting Bees present the Quilt Show. Quilted items for sale at the Quilt Boutique.
SEPTEMBER 13
TORBAY BEACH MONUMENT OFFICIAL OPENING
Please check back here for updates and details closer to the event.
August Event Highlights:
AUGUST 2
MAYOR'S GARDEN PARTY
Time: 1:30pm-4:00pm
Location: Torbay History House and Museum (2 Convent Lane)
Age: Adults
Registration is required (SMartin@Torbay.ca). The dress code is your Sunday Best.
AUGUST 5
YOUTH DANCES
Time:
Ages 6-10: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Ages 11-15: 8:30pm-10:00pm
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
- The dances are drop-in only. There is no charge.
- Canteen services will be provided. CASH ONLY– No ATM or Debit available at the site.
AUGUST 6
COME HOME YEAR ADULT DANCE
Time: 8:00pm-12:30am
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Ages 19+. Co-Sponsored by Molson NL Brewery. Happy House 8:00pm-9:00pm with reduced bar prices. Music by: Brew Crew, Jim Feehan, and Kitchin Parti.
- CASH BAR ONLY– No ATM or Debit available at the site.
- Way to Go Food Truck will be on-site at Torbay Common during the Come Home Year Adult Dance.
Tickets are $15 and are available online or in person at Town Hall and Torbay Common Community Centre.
Purchase Tickets here: https://torbay.ws.townsuite.com/events/info?s_id=cy46
AUGUST 7
FAMILY DAY
Time: 1:00-6:00pm
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Join us for a fun-filled day of activities for the kids, splash pad will be open, and local music. Stable Life Inc (Spirit Horse NL) will also be participating in Family Day. Bring a blanket or a fold-up chair and enjoy an afternoon picnic in the park. Way to Go Food Truck will be on-site at Torbay Common.
- KIDS FUN TIME
- MINI FOLK FESTIVAL
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ONGOING UNTIL AUGUST 14
ARTISTS OF TORBAY - ART EXHIBITION SALE
Time: 10:00am-3:30pm
Location: Torbay History House and Museum (2 Convent Lane)AUGUST 20
TORBAY'S COMMUNITY MARKET
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00pmCommunity Market Vendor List
Join us on Saturday, August 20th, for the Torbay Community Market! The Torbay Community Market will take place at Torbay Common, 8 Kinsmen Place, and is open from 10am-4pm. Below is a list of just some of the participating vendors!
- Because I Felt Like It
- Brenda Rowe Artwork
- Curious Collections
- Susan Haskell Digital Photography
- Marilyn’s Crafts
- BuddyToad Hobbies
- Annie’s Aura
- Paula’s Leggings
- Graceful Spirit Jewellery
- Berry Good Beads
- Heather Coughlan Art
- MDC Fuel Factor X
- Liz Smith Art
- From the Heart Designs
- Your Special Self
- Crafty Creations
- Venus Clay Studio
- Northside Studios NL
- Scensy
- StarryStyles. CO
- McNiven’s Fresh Produce
- Rugged Aroma
- Nature’s Scavenger
- Inspired by Rella
- Pawtastic Bandanas
- Homemade Treasures
- Scott the Merrybegot
- Signage Clothing and Crafts
- Bizzie Tizzie Books and Stuff
- Culturisto Alterative Shop
- Salty Sea Witchery
- Mystically Pazzled
- Bee Real Art Creations
- The Paradise Apothecary
- Afro Kitchen NL
- Sleepy Bunny Crafts
- Roselle Doyle Art
- This n’That
- Colton Politte Photography
- Wish wash Soaps
- Delirium Productions
- Miranda Roxon Art
- JJ’s Funstop!
- Islands North Preserves and Teas
- Gracie Simms Art
- Seasonally Sandy
- Cleanse Your Stones
- Lumorva Candles and Décor
- Spooky Sparkles and Fruit Candy
- Nan’s Treasures
- Berry Good Beads
- Da Bombz
- Pondside Pottery
- Lynn Bar Soaps
- Handmade by Brittany
- Apple Mountain Essentials
- Violence Prevention Avalon East
- EmpoweringNL
- Windy Heights Farm
- Youth Ventures
- The Plant Lady
- East Coast Gear
AUGUST 21
5K, FUN, WALK, RUN, STROLL
Location: Start at Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Time: 8:00amDownload 5K Route Map Click Here
*Residents in the 5K route map area, please be advised to expect a high number of people walking and running that morning.*
5K Route Map
- Line up at the back of the parking lot near the skate park
- Exit the gate and proceed down Shea’s Lane
- At the bottom of Shea’s Lane, make a left turn onto Manning’s Hill
- When on Manning’s Hill, make a right turn onto Evening’s Path
- Once on Evening’s Path, proceed forward until you make a right turn onto Upper Evening’s Path
- At the end of Upper Evening’s Path, proceed back onto Evening’s Path
- Continue down Evening’s Path, then proceed back onto Manning’s Hill
- Once on Manning’s Hill, continue right onto Country Drive
- At the top of the final hill on Country Drive, turn right
- At the end of Country Drive, continue Right onto Patrick’s Path
- Continue straight until Bauline Line is reached
- Continue straight on Bauline Line until Torbay Common is reached
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AUGUST 26-28
PAT DAWE SOFTBALL CLASSIC
Location: Upper Three Corner Pond Park (547 Bauline Line)
Ages 19+. Contact Barry Codner at b.codner@yahoo.ca to enter a team. Games will begin Friday at 6:00 pm and end on Sunday at 3:00 pm.AUGUST 26-28
LAND & SEA FESTIVAL
Location: Torbay History House and Museum (2 Convent Lane)AUGUST 26
MANNION COLLECTION EXHIBIT OPENING & KITCHEN PARTY
7:00 - 9:00pm
• Bar & Beverage Service
• Irish Musical Performance by Sean Sullivan & BandAUGUST 27
LIVING HISTORY EXHIBITS
10:00am - 3:30pm• Ice Cream Making
• Killick Making
• Traditional Skills and Crafts
• Arts, Crafts, and Carnival GamesMUSIC IN THE GARDEN
1:00 - 4:00pm
• 1:00-2:00 Ashleen Molloy and Hannah Green
• 2:00-3:00 Fergus O’Byrne & Fergus Brown O’Byrne
• 3:00-4:00 Sons of Mary with Kitchen PartyBOOK SIGNING
2:00-3:30 pm
- With Dr. John Mannion
STORYTELLING
7:00 - 9:00pm
AUGUST 28
"A TASTE OF LAND & SEA" COMMUNITY PICNIC AT THE BEACH
1:00 - 4:00pm
• Sandwiches and salads made by Wedgwood Cafe
• Desserts by Traditional Coffee House
• Snacks and Drinks provided by History HouseAUGUST 28
FIREWORKS - TORBAY'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF INCORPORATION
Time: 9:00pm
Location: End of Holy Trinity Lane
July Event Highlights:
JULY 22 - 24
A WEEKEND OF FUN IN TORBAY
Celebrate culture and community at the Torbay History House. All events are suitable for all ages!
Location: Torbay History House and Museum (2 Convent Lane)
JULY 22
AN EVENING OF SONG AND STORY
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Free Admission
An Evening of Song and Story celebrates the tradition of folk music and, storytelling in Newfoundland. Featuring performances by Derrick Dymond, Dave Penney, Harry Ingram, and Ken Parsons. Presented in association with the Torbay Folk Arts Council Inc.
JULY 23
FAMILY DAY
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Free Admission
Join us at the History House for a day of family fun! Free snacks will be provided, along with plenty of activities for families of all shapes and sizes to enjoy. Activities include rock painting, paper lantern making, interactive storytelling, and a museum scavenger hunt. Each child who completes the scavenger hunt will be invited to pick a prize from our pirate treasure chest to take home!
PRIDE IN JULY
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Free Admission
Celebrate Queer identity, snap some photos at our photo wall, and take in a drag show at the Torbay History House and Museum! This is an all-ages event. Featuring performances by drag queens Carmen Getit, Claws, and Wendy Die. Tipping is greatly appreciated!
JULY 24
PICNIC IN THE GARDEN
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Ticket sales end on the 21st of July
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the garden outside of the Torbay History House. Each group will be provided with a picnic blanket and picnic basket filled with sandwiches, chips, cookies, and lemonade. Food is provided by The Traditional Coffee House and Deli. If you have any concerns (allergies, accessibility), please email us, and we will work with you to provide proper accommodations!
Tickets are available on e-Services: https://torbay.ws.townsuite.com/events/info?s_id=djz2
JULY 23
A time to honour and thank individuals, teams, and community groups involved in the sporting community.
SPORTS HISTORY PUBLIC DISPLAY
Time: 2:00-5:00pm
SPORTS REUNION
Time: 8:00pm-12:00 midnight
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
- Free Admission
- CASH BAR ONLY- No ATM or Debit available at the site
- Wear an Old Team Jersey or jacket
- Fans & Friends, Welcome!
JULY 29
TORBAY CORNHOLE COMPETITION
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Fee: $10
To participate, you must register for an American Cornhole League account. It’s free of charge and can be found at www.iplaycornhole.com. Click on the menu button and click join. It will ask you to create a profile and set you up in the system. Please set up a profile before the Cornhole Competition event.
CASH BAR ONLY- No ATM or Debit available at the site.
Ages 19+, Blind Draw. Co-Sponsored by Cornhole NL and Molson NL Brewery.
JULY 30
SKATEBOARD DEMO
Time: 10:00am
Location: Torbay Common Skateboard Park (8 Kinsmen Place)
The Skateboard demo will be done by the Vinland skate team.
7-10, 11-13, 14-18. Helmets will be mandatory.
Time: 10:30am-1:00pm
Location: Torbay Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Drop-in event for youth.
MANNINGS HILL REUNION
(Rain date of July 31)
The Mannings Hill reunion is held every five years for former residents of Manning Hill. Mary King is the point of contact.
JULY 31
COMMUNITY PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Time: 9:00-11:00am
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
No registration is required. Served by local celebrity chefs. Come out and meet the people in your community.
View events on e-Services Click Here
October Event Highlights:
October 1
TORBAY CORNHOLE COMPETITION
Time:
Saturday, October 1, 7:00pm
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Drop in registration on the day of the event at 6:00pm.
CASH BAR ONLY – no ATM or Debit available at the site. Ages 19+, Blind Draw.
Co-Sponsored by Cornhole NL and Molson NL Brewery
October 15
COME HOME YEAR DINNER THEATRE GROUP PRESENTS “UP AT STASIA’S”
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Tickets Required.
Time:
Saturday, October 15, 7:00pm
Tickets:$56.50 plus HST. Available via Town of Torbay E-services
Torbay Residents: September 14-28, 2022
General Public: Beginning September 29, 2022
Cash Bar. No ATM or Debit Available.
October 22
RECEPTION FOR REGATTA HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Location: Torbay Common Community Centre (8 Kinsmen Place)
Time:
Saturday, October 22, 7:00-9:00pm
Cash Bar, No ATM or Debit on site.
TORBAY SPORTS HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY
Location: Torbay Common (8 Kinsmen Place) Multi Purpose Room
Time:
Saturday, October 22, 7:00pm
Cash Bar, No ATM or Debit on site.
Torbay Town Hall
1288 Torbay Road
Torbay Common Community Centre
8 Kinsmen Place
Torbay History House and Museum
2 Convent Lane
Upper Three Corner Pond Park Multi-Purpose Complex
547 Bauline Line
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Town of Torbay – 50th Anniversary Celebrations
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Torbay 50th Anniversary Celebrations / Come Home Year Committee
The Town of Torbay Anniversary Celebrations Organizing Committee has been created to support the organization of the Anniversary Celebrations.
Committee Structure
Main Committee:
Council Representatives
Ralph Tapper
Mary Thorne Gosse
Recreation Department
Scott Martin
Sub Committee Representatives
Danielle Broomfield
Barry Codner
Matthew Cooper
Paula Lancaster
Sub Committee:
Ex Officio
Craig Scott (Mayor)
Dawn Chaplin (CAO)
Quilting Group
Marian Crowley
Sandy Nixon
Seniors Group
Danielle Broomfield
Paula Burke
Mariette Byrne
Antique Cars
Ralph Tapper
Karen McGrath
Youth Group
Michael Davis
Danielle Broomfield
Kira Codner
Cara Eustace
Family Days
Ross Thornhill
Matthew Cooper
Barry Codner
Paula Lancaster
Mary Thorne Gosse
Sports Group
Barry Codner
George Bursell
Marie Codner
Matthew Cooper
Ralph Tapper
Mary Lou Manning
Mariette Byrne
Dinner Theatre
Marie Codner
Derrick Dymond
Karen McGrath
Ralph Tapper
Mary Lou Manning