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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It's time for another #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify Mrs. E. Barry of Grand Falls?

MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today is the Autumn Equinox! This is the day the sun "crosses the line," i.e. the celestial equator. What have you heard about the Autumn Equinox? #folklore #calendarcustoms

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Here are some more topics to explore at MUNFLA that start with the letter E! Some may pique your curiosity... You can explore these subjects and more via MUNFLA's online catalogue Capelin here: capelin.library.mun.ca/v/folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

On this somber 25th anniversary of 9/11, we wanted to highlight some of the inspiring stories of the volunteers who stepped up after the closure of U.S. airspace and redirection of 38 planes to Gander airport. (1/6)

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

It's #ThrowbackThursday and the first week back to school or university for students in the province! Here are a few throwback photos of schools throughout the decades. Did you attend one of them? What was back to school season like when you were growing up?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labour Day! MUNFLA is closed today for the Labour Day holiday. How do you celebrate Labour Day?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

It's #FamilyHistoryFriday! Did you know that MUNFLA's collections contain genealogical information? Here are a few examples! #genealogy

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

It's #weatherlorewednesday! Have you ever noticed this effect?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

It's been a while since we shared some of the many topics you can explore at MUNFLA! Here are a few of the topics that begin with D. Is there a particular topic that interests you? You can check out our full catalogue via our website or at the following link: capelin.library.mun.ca/v/folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This month's #ACAHashtagParty with @archivistsdotca.bsky.social is #archivesplay. Sometimes research is all fun and games! Whether you are researching childlore, your community, or revisiting childhood memories, there are plenty of materials to explore in MUNFLA's collections.

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Here's a #weatherlorewednesday post for today! Have you ever heard of this proverb? Do you find it to hold true? #weatherlore #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

It's time for another #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify Mrs. John R. Loveless of Seal Cove?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Happy #ThrowbackThursday! These throwback photos are of a boat under construction. The boat was built in Rocky Harbour under the direction of Gordon Shears. Do you have any boat builders in your family?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

It's #TryItTuesday! This is a recipe for cough syrup from Cape Freels. Have you ever had this folk medicine? What do you use as cough syrup? #folkmedicine #folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

It's #FreakyFriday! This spooky story comes to us from Port Union, Trinity Bay. Have you ever experienced something similar? #folklore #ghoststories

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We've updated our website with the bios for our fantastic 2026 Herbert and Violetta Halpert Research Fellowship Recipients, Maryna Chernyavska and Sarah Perry! Read more about them below: www.mun.ca/munfla/news-...

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2026 Herbert and Violetta Halpert Research Fellowship Recipients

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We're highlighting our audio collection with the @archivistsdotca.bsky.social #ArchivesAudio Hashtag Party! Here are a few of our audio collections available in person or online, and some of the fantastic folks who have worked on them. #ACAHashtagParty #MUNFLA

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

It's #TryItTuesday! This one is from Robert's Arm. Have you ever heard of or tried this folk remedy? What do you do for a cold? #folklore #folkmedicine

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

It's #ThrowbackThursday! Here is a photo of upper Battery Road, St. John's. #St.John's #NewfoundlandandLabrador

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

It's #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify Mrs. Crewe of Sandyville? #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Since it is also St. Swithin's day, let's hope today's weather pattern doesn't last the next forty days!

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

It's #WeatherloreWednesday! Today's thunderstorm warning reminded us of this anecdote.

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

It's #FreakyFriday! This one is a ghost story from Clarke's Beach. #ghoststories #folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It's #ThrowbackThursday! Today's photo is of the former Central Fire Station in St. John's. It was located on Fort Townshend off Bonaventure Avenue. The new Central Fire Station on the other side of Fort Townshend opened on September 17th, 2004. #St.John's

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Here is a rhyme to say when you are out fishing this season! Have you ever heard of this one? Did it work for you? #fishing #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

It's time for another #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify Mrs. Fred Anderson of Sandyville?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

It's #ThrowbackThursday and we are joining @archivistsdotca.bsky.social #ArchivesFashion Hashtag Party! Here are some fantastic fashions throughout the decades from our photograph collection. Did you wear any of these fashions? #ACAHashtagParty #MUNFLA

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

It's time for another riddle! The answer is in the comments below. #folklore #riddles

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

It's #TryItTuesday! Have you ever used vinegar strips to treat a headache? What is your go-to headache cure? #folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

It's #WeatherloreWednesday! How many seagulls have you seen today?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

It's #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify Mrs. Philip Williams of St. John's, formerly of Burnt Island(s)? #archives

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Here's a riddle this Thursday! Can you guess the solution? The answer is in the comments below. #riddles

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

It's #TryItTuesday! Have you ever used cod liver oil for chest congestion? What did your family do to treat it? #folklore #folkcures #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

It's time for another #WeatherloreWednesday! Have you heard any of these sayings before? We're certainly looking for a patch of blue sky today. #folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

It's time for another #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify E. Martin of LaScie?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

It's #ThrowbackThursday! Here is a photo of the breakwater in Petty Harbour. Do you notice any changes?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Sharing on behalf of our colleague and friend, Derek Piotr, an independent folklorist/archivist located in the eastern US. Please reach out to Derek if you are interested in learning more about his project!

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Today's #CalendarCustom is Victoria Day weekend! The Victoria Day holiday is typically the Monday preceding May 25th. Does your family go fishing or camping around May 24th? Have you ever been on the trouters' special train?

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

It's #WeatherloreWednesday! Now that it's cleared up- who was telling ghost stories on Monday? How about no more ghost stories until the end of summer.

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Here is another #FunFoodways! A night lunch is often eaten before going to bed. Have you ever eaten a night lunch? #foodways #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

The Family History Society of Newfoundland and Labrador is looking to hire an Office Clerk for 8 weeks over the summer. Details & eligibility requirements re: this Canada Summer Jobs position can be found here: www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jo.... Please apply by sending your resume to fhs@fhsnl.ca.

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office clerk - St. John's, NL - Job posting - Job Bank

Look at this job opportunity for a office clerk at Family History Society At St. John's, null or search through thousands of other job postings on Job Bank, Canada’s one-stop job board.

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

It's #FreakyFriday! This one is about a spooky omen in bread...have you ever had this happen to you? #folklore #omens

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

It's time for another #TryItTuesday ! Is there still snow in your area? We don't endorse trying this one, especially given the colour of the snow left in town...

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

From calendar customs to cryptids, there are so many topics to explore at MUNFLA! You can check out our full catalogue at the following link: capelin.library.mun.ca/v/folklore

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

It's time for another #ThrowbackThursday! This photo comes from an informant from George's Brook, Trinity Bay, and is labelled as an example of a typical day at sea.

A photo taken from the deck of a wooden ship. The angle of the photo is steep, indicating large ocean swells.

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

It's time for another #MissusMonday! Can you help us identify Mrs. J. Cooper of Harbour Grace? #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Here is a weather rhyme for this rainy, messy day. Stay safe out there! #weatherlore #munfla

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

CNA is once again offering a Cursive Writing and Reading course! If you work in heritage and archives or would otherwise like to brush up on your cursive skills, you can find out more about the course by contacting Antony Joseph Alex at antony.joseph-alex@cna.nl.ca or by calling (709) 758-7465.

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MUNFLA @munfla-archive.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Here's a bit of a change for this Friday- Fun Foodways! Have you ever made Bang Belly? What recipe do you use? #NLrecipes #Foodways #munfla

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