Anniversary Celebrations

Join our Town of Torbay 50th – Anniversary Celebrations Facebook Group to participate in ongoing contests!

Torbay 50th Weekly Contests!

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
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 - 4:00pm
Community Market Vendor List
Join us on Saturday, August 20^th, 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: 8:00am

Download 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
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.

DOWNLOAD SCHEDULE HERE

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 & Band

AUGUST 27

LIVING HISTORY EXHIBITS
10:00am - 3:30pm

• Ice Cream Making
• Killick Making
• Traditional Skills and Crafts
• Arts, Crafts, and Carnival Games

MUSIC 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 Party

BOOK 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 House

AUGUST 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 21^st 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.

AGE GROUPS
7-10, 11-13, 14-18. Helmets will be mandatory.

Registration is required on e-Services: https://torbay.ws.townsuite.com/events/info?s_id=vy07

SPORTS DAY
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.