The Story of Paddy Iron
Date: Nov 15
7:30 pm
- 9:00 pm
Where: Theatre
The life of Paddy "Iron" McCarthy of Renews is brought to life by Randy Crane with musical accompaniment by Larry Brazil. Adapted from Frank Holden's play, Paddy Iron, in turn inspired by Bertha Thorne's Book It's Like a Dream to Me. This play recalls Paddy's memories of everyday and extraordinary events of Newfoundland throughout the 20th century from the crash of the SS Florizel, to fishing, community dances and politics. Complemented by archival images, this play will bring you back to days gone by.
Events & Programs
Special fabric remnants or scraps of velvet and silk have been delicately crafted into small pillows using the humble straight pin. Since at least the 17th century, they have marked courtship, documented weddings, and welcomed the birth of new babies. Bits and bobs of ribbons, beads, and sequins were used to adorn these simple cushions.
We invite you to join us to create your own special pin pillow. Choose to commemorate a wedding, anniversary, or birthday. We will inspire you with historic patterns from The Rooms collections and crafty examples to elevate your love of making.
The cost of the workshop includes:
- All materials with printed instructions
- A short presentation on pin pillow history
- Viewing of examples from The Rooms collections
Cost: $40 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Register online!
Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou
In this exhibition, find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.
Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.