Virginia Park Community Centre

Address: 51 Harding Road, PO Box 21011, St. John’s, NL, A1A 5B2 

Mandate:

To foster community leadership, participation and inclusion through the delivery of programs and activities implemented through the community centre. To collaborate with community partners to promote overall health and well-being in the community. To offer programs and services to help to improve educational, health and employment outcomes for families in our community. 

Target Population:

People of all ages from Virginia Park and surrounding areas.

Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:

• After-School Program; Homework Haven
• Access to Computer, photocopy and fax services 
• Knit & Stitch Social Club (ages 18+)
• Adult Book Club (ages 18+) Wednesdays at 11:00am
• Healthy Baby Club; Parents and Tots Program. For more information please call us at (709) 739-8096
• Career, Training and Employment Counselling: Community Employment Facilitator if you are looking for work, interested in Adult Basic Education or attending Post Secondary, call or text Janice at (709) 699-0848 or using the Centre’s number 579-4534 ext.(204) to book an appointment
• Family support worker: Provides support to individuals and families facing challenges, including living on a low income, health issues, mental health concerns, problems with school attendance, and family / relationship issues. Please contact the centre at (709) 579- 4534 for more information
• Conversation corner:
• Learn to Sew
• Play & Grow Playgroup
• Teen Drop in (grades 7-12)
• Pantry  
• Special Events / Activity Room Rentals 
• Seasonal Events 
• Workshops, public presentations, training events
• For list of events click here