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Profile: Jenene Wooldridge

by Julie Bull

entrepreneurs who make planners for the better part of a decade, so I was quick to get my copy of Jenene’s at the end of 2021.)

Living full circle

Living Full Circle is in and of itself a beautiful example of authenticity and reciprocity. Jenene generously shares what she has learned and what works for her. Knowing that we all operate differently, Jenene says that she encourages people to “take what they like and leave the rest. It’s about finding what works for you.”

Work-life balance didn’t come up in our conversation in the conventional ways people may assume it did. In fact, any time I mentioned applying specific principles and practices in our work life, Jenene reminded me that her work self is not separate from her family self or any other part of self. We are whole beings. “I’m the same person at work as I am at home as I am when I take my daughter to dance. I have many different roles but all of them comprise my one whole self.”

Living Full Circle isn’t just the name of Jenene’s planner, “it is a way of living and a way of being.”

In this way of living and being, Jenene says she is passionate about learning how to live in the moment.

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“Presence is an incredible gift that we can give to ourselves and our loved ones every day.”

After many years of working in senior leadership roles with Abegweit First Nation, Jenene Wooldridge became the Executive Director of L’nuey, the Epekwitk Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative, in October of 2019. With less than six months before the pandemic began, Jenene’s foundational leadership allowed her team to grow and flourish throughout the past two years. “I hope we are all learning from the pandemic to do it differently and how to cultivate cultures of wholeness and wellness with ourselves, our families, and our teams,” she shares.

“We had no choice but to quickly learn to adapt to change when the pandemic started, and we saw many social justice movements rise up during that time as well.” During this time of uprising and change, many of us were feeling the pressures and the burdens on individual and collective levels. By the Christmas season of 2020, Jenene was finding herself a bit burned out.

“I knew I needed to listen to my body, but I resisted having down time. Before the pandemic, I started to harness the power of down time and now I really know the importance of sitting in silence and stillness. It was time to stop resisting who I was and show up as my authentic self. I had slipped into a routine and so much of the day-to-day became autopilot. I needed to focus on myself and drown out the distractions.”

When she stopped resisting, she was able to clearly see what she needed to do next. “I had no idea I was going to make a book and then it just all flowed through me, and I drafted the framework in three days.”

Jenene is the author of Living Full Circle which is an undated planner about living with balance and intention. Jenene draws on her Mi’kmaq culture and incorporates medicine wheel teachings in the planner. (Side note: I’ve been supporting Indigenous women

As she practices living in the moment, Jenene’s dedication to her community has not wavered. She is instrumental in advancing the interests of the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq and all Epekwitnewaq (Islanders).

Though she didn’t mention much about her achievements and accolades, she has many to her credit. Notably, she was named one of the top 25 most powerful women in business

by Atlantic Business Magazine in 2021 and she recently completed the ICDRotman Directors Education Program and obtained ICD.D designation.

She also collaborates with others to offer All In! Allyship and Inclusion Training which supports leaders and change-makers to develop identity and bias awareness, finely tune their words and strategies, and be ready for opportunities to create conversations that matter. Jenene walks the talk and shows up fully and wholeheartedly in all she does, and all that starts with presence and sharing our stories.

“Sharing our stories is one of the most powerful things we can do for ourselves and for the world. We just also need to take extra care of ourselves when we share so that we can continue to live full circle.”

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Symons Medalist

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One of Canada’s most esteemed broadcast-journalists will be awarded the 2022 Symons Medal in Charlottetown, PEI this fall.

Confederation Centre of the Arts announced that Shelagh Rogers, OC will be the 22nd recipient of the prestigious honour. The Symons Medal recognizes an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to Canadian life. Held annually, the medal ceremony and its associated lecture offer a national platform for an eminent Canadian to discuss the nation’s current state, shared histories, and prospects using themes related to their professional pursuits.

Shelagh Rogers is a veteran broadcast-journalist at CBC, most recently as the host and producer of The Next Chapter, an award-winning program devoted to writing in Canada. Over her illustrious career, she has hosted other national radio programs such as This Morning, The Arts Tonight, and Sounds Like Canada.

Rogers is a vocal advocate for mental healthcare, adult literacy, and for a reckoning with the truth of Canada’s relationship with Indigenous peoples. In 2011, she was inducted as an Honorary Witness for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, a life-changing honour. In the same year, she was named an Officer of the Order of Canada for elevating the cause of adult literacy, fighting against the stigma of mental illness by sharing the story of her own depression, and for promoting Canadian culture. In 2016, she received the inaugural Margaret Trudeau Award for Mental Health Advocacy.

She co-edited three books in the Aboriginal Healing Foundation’s Speaking My Truth series and, in 2019, was named an inaugural Library and Archives Canada Scholar in

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2022 Symons Medallist Shelagh Rogers, OC

recognition of her dedication to the promotion of the country’s literary and historical heritage. She holds eight honorary doctorates from Canadian universities and is Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Victoria. Rogers is a member of the Métis Nation of Greater Victoria.

The Symons Medal Lecture is named after Professor Thomas H.B. Symons, the founding president of Trent University and a long-time board member and supporter of Confederation Centre of the Arts.

The Symons Medal Lecture will take place at Confederation Centre of the Arts on October 13 and will also be livestreamed. A limited number of tickets for the in-person event have been released; additional seats may become available closer to the event. Seats can be booked online or through the box office at 1-800-565-0278. There is no cost to attend the ceremony but donations can be made to the Symons Trust Endowment Fund of the Confederation Centre of the Arts Foundation.

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DiverseCity Festival Live multicultural events in five location this summer

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Japanese Cultural Society dancers performing Abram-Village in 2021

The DiverseCity Festival, PEI’s celebration of Canadian multiculturalism and inclusion, and a project of the Immigration & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA), will return to its full, free festival format in five locations across PEI this summer.

“We are very pleased that five Island communities are taking part in the DiverseCity Festival: the City of Charlottetown, the Town of Three Rivers, the Town Alberton, Région Évangéline in the Town of AbramVillage, and the City of Summerside in partnership with Culture Summerside,” says IRSA Executive Director Bernadette Reynolds. “The DiverseCity Festival is a great way to spread our mission to support immigrants and refugees in their efforts to settle across Prince Edward Island, while also celebrating Canadian Multiculturalism.”

Festival dates and locations include: Charlottetown, June 26; Alberton, July 3; Abram-Village, July 10; Summerside, July 24; and Montague, July 31. Each location will feature continuous stage performances, demonstrations, cultural displays, information booths, games and activities, and ethnic food vendors.

“While we have been fortunate to be able to present the DiverseCity Festival in different forms over the past two years, it is very exciting to be planning for live events in five communities across our province,” says Festival Manager Mark Carr-Rollitt.

The DiverseCity Festival will also produce a four-part video presentation which will be broadcast and streamed in September.

Admission is free, and all sites are fully accessible. diversecityfest.com

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Fix Your Plate

by Tara Reeves

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A veggie in disguise

Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable that grows naturally in Prince Edward Island and has been cultivated throughout Europe. Rhubarb’s native habitat is the temperate climate of Canada, but it can also be found in small quantities in Mexico and the United States.

Yes, you read that right: rhubarb is not actually a fruit but a vegetable from the Buckwheat family! Rhubarb is a delicious and versatile plant that can be cooked in a number of ways. It’s easy to grow, and you can even harvest it from your own garden—but beware: it can be dangerous if you don’t know how to handle the leaves and stems.

Rhubarb has bright red stalks and green leaves, which are toxic. While rhubarb may look like it’s related to strawberries (and many people have mistaken them for each other) they’re actually quite different. The tartness of rhubarb comes from its high concentration of oxalic acid—so if you’re sensitive to sour flavors or have kidney stones or gout, be careful how much you eat!

Rhubarb is also packed with vitamin C and vitamin K, making it one of those “superfoods” we keep hearing about these days.

You can eat rhubarb raw or cooked, but I recommend cooking it. If you eat it raw, it will taste like leaves or grass (don’t shoot the messenger.) You’ll get more out of your rhubarb if you cook it first!

The best way to cook rhubarb is to bake it into a pie filling or stewed with strawberries, plums, and other fruits.

Just make sure not to overcook your rhubarb because then it’ll lose its flavour and become mushy.

Being that rhubarb is so versatile, it can be substituted with several other fruits, including strawberries and apples.

When substituting rhubarb in desserts for another fruit, use the same amount

as that the recipe calls for. For example: Rhubarb Brownies: Substitute 2 cups fresh (unchopped) rhubarb for 2 cups chopped apples in your favourite brownie recipe.

Rhubarb Pie Filling: Substitute 1 pound fresh (unchopped) rhubarb for 1 pound of fresh strawberries in your favorite pie filling recipe.

You might also be surprised to learn that rhubarb pairs well with savoury foods and can be used in savoury recipes. It’s great in sauces and chutneys too, and don’t forget about salads!

Rhubarb can be saucy deliciousness in salsa, as well.

Although rhubarb has a short growing season, you can enjoy it all year round by canning and preserving it! Enjoy!

Strawberry Rhubarb with Banana Cashew Cream (serves 2): Ingredients 1 cup rhubarb, diced 1 cup strawberries, sliced ¾ cup raw cashews (soaked for 1 hour and drained) ½ cup water 1 large banana 1 tsp ground cinnamon Instructions Place rhubarb and strawberries in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally for about 10 minutes or until rhubarb starts to break down and a sauce starts to form.

Turn off the heat and set aside to cool while you prepare the rest.

Combine the soaked and drained cashews, water, banana and cinnamon in a blender. Blend well, until smooth and creamy.

Divide the stewed strawberries and rhubarb into small ramekins or jars and spoon the cashew banana cream over the top.

Garnish with shredded coconut, almonds, fruit or shaved chocolate.

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MEALS Fortune Cummunity Centre take-out lobster supper

A take-out lobster supper will be available June 4 from 1:30–3 pm at the Fortune Community Centre. The meal will include lobster, potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, a roll and dessert. A ham option will also be available. For tickets, email info@fortunecommunitycentre.com or call Amber at 940-3421. Etransfers will be accepted at info@fortunecommunitycentre.com; include name, number of tickets and a phone number on the subject line.

Advance tickets only. 220 Fortune Wharf Rd N, Fortune

Spring Take-out Hot roast beef supper

Central Queens United, Hunter River, is holding their annual Spring Takeout Hot Roast Beef Supper June 4. The meal includes hot roast beef with all the trimmings and a homemade dessert.

Three pick up times: 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm. This dinner is take-out only.

Customers should remain in their vehicles and wait for tickets to be collected.

Meals will be deliverd to the car. Tickets should be purchased in advance by calling Debbie (964-2882) or Lois (621-0669).

19848 PE-2, Hunter River

Hilda Ramsay Fundraising Dinner

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK WITH LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY & SATURDAY!

18 Local Shops & Restaurants in 1 Historic Building 6 Prince St, Charlottetown foundersfoodhall.com

Save the date for the annual Hilda Ramsay Fundraising Dinner hosted by the NDP PEI Women’s Committee on September 8 at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel. MP Leah Gazan, who introduced Private Member’s Bill C-223, titled: National Framework for a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income Act in December 2021, will be the guest speaker. There will also be a live and silent auction.

Reception at 6 pm. Dinner at 7 pm. All are welcome. Tax receipts are available with ticket purchase. To reserve a ticket, call 892-1930 or email info@ndppei.ca.

Proceeds go to the annual Hilda Ramsay Bursary awarded to a UPEI or Holland College student.

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Farmers’ Market seeking community support

The Charlottetown Farmers’ Market (CFM) is asking for the community’s support. Shut-downs, capacity caps and other pivots over the past two years have impacted CFM, their vendors, and of course, the Market’s operating budget, which comes entirely from the rent they collect from vendors. The building is in dire need of basic upgrades and upkeep in order to ensure they can continue to effectively serve the community. They are hoping that community members will consider becoming a special patron of the CFM by contributing to their Go Fund Me campaign. Learn more about how to contribute at gofundme.com/f/ become-a-patron-of-charlottetown-farmers-market. The Charlottetown Farmers’ Market is a not-for-profit, membership-based cooperative.

COWS Creamery wins international cheese awards

COWS Creamery recently took part in the prestigious SIAL International Cheese Competition in Montreal. The competition aims to highlight the innovation, know-how, and passion of cheese makers on an international level. A total of 148 cheeses were submitted and evaluated by a panel of 13 judges. COWS Creamery won a total of five awards at this year’s event, including first place for Avonlea Clothbound Cheddar, first place for Appletree Smoked Cheddar, first place for 2-Year-Old Cheddar, first place for 1-Year-Old Cheddar, and most notably, their Avonlea Clothbound Cheddar was named Grand Champion Overall.

Avonlea Clothbound Cheddar is aged at COWS Creamery in PEI. The wheels of cheddar are wrapped in cheesecloth and aged for 12–18 months, housed in a cheese cave where temperature and humidity are both closely monitored. Based in Charlottetown, COWS Creamery produces six cheddar cheeses and three types of butters. They also launched a triple cream blue cheese, Blue Moo, this year.

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The Brewer

by Bryan Carver

Making his own

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Talking with beer crafters on PEI: Mike Hogan

Incredible dreams can be conjured over a boiling pot outdoors. When Mike Hogan, affectionately known as Hogie, began brewing beer with friends in the early 2000’s he never anticipated where this new found passion would take him. Over the past few years he has come a long way from backyard homebrewing with friends, to creating one of PEI’s best established beverage brands.

Hogie learned the ins and outs of brewing in 2006, when he and a group of friends decided that they should start making their own beer. Initially results were mixed. Over time these beers got better and better, Hogie continued to pursue his passion for making beer at home and by 2009 he had outfitted his own home brewing system. An old repurposed cooler as a mash tun to steep grains in hot water; two large pots to act as a boil kettle and one to provide hot water to the brewing process; an array of carboys and buckets to ferment; and eventually he got his hands on a couple of oak barrels that required homebrewers from across the Maritimes to fill.

Brewing at home provided Hogie with a sense of satisfaction, but travelling abroad further fanned the flames of pursuing beer as a career. Travelling through Europe, Hogie was fortunate to visit breweries and beer bars through Belgium, Germany and the Czech Republic. One notable stop in the Czech Republic had Hogie visit the hallowed cellars of Pilsner Urquell, the brewery that developed pale lager.

Drinking fresh lager from pitch lined wood vats in the labyrinth of caves under the famous Czech brewery, changed the course of Hogie’s life.

He began having serious conversations with friends in the early 2010’s about opening a new brewery in Charlottetown. Ideas bounced back and forth for a period, and ultimately they landed on establishing Upstreet Craft Brewing, which opened its doors in 2015 and launched with three core beers—Do-gooder Pale Ale, Rhuby Social Strawberry-Rhubarb Wit and Commons Czech Style Pilsner. Hogie was able to revisit the early inspiration he experienced visiting Pilsner Urquell with the creation of Commons.

Since its opening Upstreet has continued to develop a wide range of beers.

In early 2019 Hogie began developing low alcohol and non-alcoholic beers for the company. This eventually led to the official launch of Libra in October 2020. The Libra family of products look to provide drinkers with a selection of non-alcoholic beers that showcase flavours that are found in many types of craft beer. Alongside Libra, Upstreet has also seen great uptake in its popular seltzer line, Rewind. The Rewind seltzers come in a wide range of fruit-focused flavours.

All of Hogie’s creations can be found in Charlottetown at the original Upstreet location on Allen Street and at Craft Beer Corner on the corner of Kent and Great George Streets, as well as PEI Liquor Stores.

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PEI Crafts Council AGM

The PEI Crafts Council (PEICC) will hold their annual general meeting June 6 at the Haviland Club. Doors open at 6:30 pm with the call to order at 7 pm. Refreshments will be provided. 2 Haviland St, Charlottetown

Life Drawing sessions

Life Drawing sessions are held on Sundays at the Gertrude Cotton Art Centre, 57 Bunbury Rd, Stratford, from 2–4 pm (unless otherwise posted on their FB page). Drop-in drawing sessions with nude model. All skill levels welcome.

Must be 18+ or have parent/guardian written permission. Easels are provided but participants must bring their own drawing material. Info: @lifedrawingpei on FB, lifedrawingpei2022@gmail.com

this town is small membership renewal

It is now the beginning of this town is small’s 2022-2023 membership year and the PEI artist-run centre would like to invite new members to join and remind their current members to renew their membership. Visit thistownissmall.com/ membership or contact Lisa Theriault at director@thistownissmall.com for more information.

The 13th annual Mermaid Tears Sea Glass Festival, a family-friendly art and craft fair, will take place in Souris from July 30–31. Organizers are extending an invitation to new vendors as there are still tables available. Visit peiseaglassfestival.com for more information and to fill out the registration form.

PEI Modern Quilt Guild

The PEI Modern Quilt Guild meets on the fourth Thursday of each month from 7–9 pm. Follow @peimqg on Instagram for updates. Info: peimqg@gmail.com

ArtsSmarts projects

Local artists are working collaboratively with Island teachers to enhance learning and engage students in new and creative ways. There are 14 projects happening Island-wide during the 18th year of ArtsSmarts, a national initiative that blends everyday learning with the arts. These projects allow students to apply what they are learning in various subjects through arts-based activities that include dance, music, theater or fine arts. Students, teachers and artists have been sharing photos and videos of their progress on these projects using the hashtag #ArtsSmartsPEI on social media.

A second exhibition (an exhibition was held in May at Confederation Centre in Charlottetown) will held at Eptek Art and Culture Centre from June 8–17, to showcase the students’ hard work and creativity.

Unearthing the Past Archaeological Discoveries on Prince Edward Island

Come examine objects found at four Acadian and Mi’kmaq sites in Prince Edward Island.

An exhibit prepared by the Government of Prince Edward Island illustrating the profession of archaeology.

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Meet some of the exhibition curators and artists—June 11

The Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild meets on the third Wednesday of each month (Sept–June) from 7–9 pm at the Irish Cultural Centre. New members and visitors welcome. Follow on FB for updates.

Info: 393-3222, 582 North River Rd, Charlottetown

Eptek Art & Culture Centre offers exhibit related scavenger hunts for kids.

Drop-ins are welcome but visitors are encouraged to call ahead. Admission is by donation. Follow on FB for upcoming activities. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside. 888-8373, peimuseum.com

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Summer Gallery opening

Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild

Eptek gallery games

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Confederation Centre Art Gallery

Musée et Fondation du patrimoine de l’Î.-P.-É.

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Sea Glass Festival

Quillwork by Kay Sark, Melissa Peter-Paul, and Cheryl Simon from Matues Revisited

A new slate of exhibitions will be featured at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) for its Summer Gallery Opening on June 11 at 7 pm.

The evening reception will begin in the renovated Courtyard Lounge and Studio 1 with light food, a cash bar and live music. After opening remarks and artist introductions, guests will make their way to the Gallery to explore the exhibitions at their own pace. Several of the exhibition curators and artists will be in attendance.

“The summer exhibitions feature diverse approaches to art making by artists from across the county,” says CCAG director Kevin Rice. “This opening is a great way to kick off the summer while connecting with your friends and having great conversations about art or the history of tourism in PEI.” The Summer Gallery Opening is free, and no registration is required.

The new exhibitions include: Shannon Bool: The Shape of Obus Bool foregrounds her recent research on the erotic drawings and interior spaces produced by the influential and controversial architect, designer and urban planner Le Corbusier. In various mediums, including tapestry, collages and sculpture, the artist reveals repressed aesthetic influences in both

ACADIAN MUSEUM OF PEI 23 Main Dr. E, Miscouche

902-432-2880 peimuseum.ca/ visit/exhibits

visual art and architecture. Curated by Anne-Marie St-Jean Aubrey and produced by Musée d’art Joliette.

RE: visiting This exhibition tracks the changing careers of eight notable Canadian artists by bringing their recent work into comparison with earlier pieces in the CCAG collection. These pairings, which function as focal points of artistic biographies, illuminate the way the trajectories of individual lives and careers reshape our interpretation of works of art from the past. Featured artists include K.C. Adams (Winnipeg, MB), Ron Shuebrook (Guelph, ON), Jin-me Yoon (Vancouver, BC); Lucy Hogg (NYC); Herménégilde Chaisson (Grand Barachois, NB), Daniel MacDougall (Montague, PE), Glenn Lewis (Vancouver, BC) Medrie MacPhee, (NYC). Curated by Pan Wendt.

The Summer Trade Tourism has deep roots on Prince Edward Island. Tourists first trickled onto the Island in the mid-19th century, drawn to its mild summer climate, therapeutic sea breezes, and pastoral scenery. The potential of “the summer trade” as a seasonal side-hustle gradually became an industry with citizens of PEI welcoming more than 1.5 million travellers each year. Using images and artifacts, this exhibition chronicles 150 years of PEI tourism. Curated by Ed MacDonald and Alan MacEachern.

Matues Revisited A collection of vibrant porcupine quillwork art created by The Quill Sisters collective, three artists from Epekwitk that have dedicated their time, passion and creativity to reinvigorating the unique and dynamic tradition of Mi’kmaw quillwork embellishment on birchbark forms, will be featured in the Fredric and Ogden Martin Concourse Gallery. Matues Revisited is presented in partnership with the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, the Centre for Craft Nova Scotia and the Mary E Black Gallery. Curated by Aiden Gillis.

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Every Child Matters

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Rug hookers inspired by designs from Indigenous artists

PEI visual artist Noella Moore (right).

RHGNS President Ann Jones‘ interpretation of Noella’s design is shown top centre.

Over the past year, rug hookers from across Canada and North America responded to the tragedy of residential schools by creating small hooked mats inspired by designs from five Indigenous artists. The Every Child

New exhibits at Bedeque Museum The Bedeque Area Historical Museum opens for the summer on June 28 and three new exhibits will be on dislplay for the 2022 season.

The new exhibits include: the story of the Mizuno family, a Japanese family who were interned during World War II and were then given a refuge in Central Bedeque after the war; the story of Jacob Gould Schurman, a local boy who went on to great heights in his pursuance of an academic and diplomatic career in the United States; and the story of the settling of Freetown in the early nineteenth century.

Acadian Museum exhibit extended Islanders and visitors have a little more time to learn more about four important Island archaeological sites at the Acadian Museum of PEI. In partnership with the PEI Archaeology Office, the Acadian Museum of PEI’s multi-sensory exhibit showcasing over 300 years of Acadian cultural history, Unearthing the past: Archaeological Discoveries of Prince Edward Island, has been extended to August.

The exhibition was prepared by the Indigenous Relations Secretariat of the

Matters project, organized by the Rug Hooking Guild of Nova Scotia (RHGNS), was a way for Guild members and other rug hookers to express their empathy to the Indigenous community and to raise awareness among the general public.

Rather than use designs from their members, the Guild commissioned five Indigenous artists from across the Maritime provinces to create designs that centered on the Every Child Matters theme. PEI visual artist Noella Moore was one of the five Indigenous artists who provided designs, along with Lorne Julien and Gerald Gloade of Nova Scotia, and Tara Francis and Phyllis Grant of New Brunswick.

A total of eleven designs were made available through the RHGNS website in the fall of 2021. By the donation deadline in February, 66 completed mats were received.

The first exhibition of the mats was held in Halifax, NS in May and additional appearances of the Every Child Matters exhibition are planned this year, including Charlottetown in late October.

The permanent exhibits on the eighteenth-century Acadian and Loyalist settlements of the Bedeque Bay area continue, as does an exhibit on the Borden ferry service. Visitors can also view the permanent poster display on the role of the Mi’kmaq in the history of the Island, items from the late Howard Clark’s Red Barn Museum, as well as an exhibit telling the story of Callbeck’s Store, which operated in Central Bedeque for almost 100 years.

The Bedeque Area Historical Museum is located in the William Callbeck Centre, Central Bedeque and is open during the summer from Tuesday–Saturday (10 am–5 pm), and Sunday (1–5 pm).

Info: @BedequeMuseum on FB

Government of PEI and includes interactive videos and displays, hands-on activities, and information panels on four important historical sites: PointeAux-Vieux, Havre Saint-Pierre, Nikaniika’taqank and Pitaweikek.

Illustrating the archaeologist profession as well as all the steps that go into making an archaeological dig, visitors will be able to examine objects found at four Acadian and Mi’kmaq sites in PEI and imagine what it was like to live among the inhabitants of this era.

Learn more about the exhibit at the Acadian Museum of PEI, a PEI Museum and Heritage site, 23 Main Dr. E, Miscouche. museeacadien.org

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gallery gardens & café

Katharine Dagg

Galleries & Gardens open now Café opens June 3rd galleries 902 672 2586 @ the dunes studio gallery dunesgallery.ca

café 902 672 1883 3622 Brackley Point Road Brackley Beach, PE

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EXHIBITS Acadian Museum of PEI

Unearthing the past: Archaeological Discoveries of Prince Edward Island has been extended through August. View the permanent exhibition and video The Island Acadians: The Story of a People.

Acadian genealogy resources available to researchers. A PEI Museum and Heritage site. 23 Main Dr. E, Miscouche. museeacadien.org

Bedeque Area Historical Museum

The museum opens June 28. Three new displays will be on view: the story of the Mizuno family; the story of Jacob Gould Schurman; and the story of the settling of Freetown in the early nineteenth century. Permanent exhibits: 18th-century Acadian and Loyalist settlements of the Bedeque Bay area; Borden ferry service; poster display on the role of the Mi’kmaq

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in the history of the Island; items from the late Howard Clark’s Red Barn Museum; and an exhibit telling the story of Callbeck’s Store. 90 Linkletter Ave, Central Bedeque. @BedequeMuseum

Confederation Centre Art Gallery

RE: visiting opening June 4; Matues Revisited by The Quill Sisters collective (Melissa Peter-Paul, Kay Sark and Cheryl Simon) opening June 11; The Summer Trade curated by Ed MacDonald and Alan MacEachern opening June 11; and Shannon Bool: The Shape of Obus continues to September 18. The Summer Gallery Opening reception will take place June 11 at 7 pm. 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown. confederationcentre.com

Cornwall Library Art Gallery On view: Nature’s Seasonal Beauty: Land and Water, acrylic and oil paintings by Monica Callaghan to June 24. On view June 28–August 5 will be Zoe Nichols’ exhibit, The Artist’s Den: a place where the soul can wander. Meet the artist at the opening event, June 28 at 7 pm. Contact the library for info on displaying in the gallery. 15 Mercedes Dr, Town Hall, Cornwall. 629-8415, library.pe.ca

Details Fine Art Gallery

On view: Gale Abbey, Kate BrownGeorgallis, P. John Burden, Grace Curtis, Katherine Dagg, Doretta Groenendyk, Rebecca Krupke, Mary Jane Lundy, Shelley Mitchell, Connie O’Brien, Gabriella Collier, Cristina Del Sol, Peter Fischer, Daniel Gautier, Beverley Hawksley, Brian Lorimer, Carole Malcolm, Tim Menees, Natasha Miller, Christine Nadeau, Zehava Power, Jean-Claude Roy, Arlene Rice, Helen Rowlands, Susana Rutherford, Dianna Shyne, Anna Syperek, Damien Worth, Larry Horowitz, Paul Healey, Gordon Harrison, Rosemond Bechtel, Raymond Martin, Dorset Fine Arts, Sea Clay Pottery. Call for hours or appointment. 166 Richmond St, Charlottetown.

892-2233, detailsgallery@eastlink.ca, detailsfineart.com

Dunes Island Art Gallery

On view: works by Wayne Barrett, Maurice Bernard, Julea Boswell, Mary Carr-Chaisson, Joan Creamer, Katharine Dagg, Tony Diodati, June Ellis, Nan Ferrier, Sheila Forsyth, Watson Gale, Lise Genova, Jaime Germaine, Mel Giddings, Heather Hannon, Kim Jabbour, Betty Jenkins, Lynda Kelly, Sandi Komst, Sandy Kowalik, Helene LaRouche, Haley Lewis, Eve Llyndorah, Marie Lyon, Monica Macdonald, Anne MacKay, Patricia MacDougall, Wendy Manning, Ellen Martin, Louise Mould, Deb Murphy, Connie O’Brien, Linda

Shaw Packard, Julia Purcell, Warren Christopher Reeson, Heather Reid, Cheryl Richards, Sylvia Ridgway, Dagny Rossignol, Helen Rowlands, Martin Rutte, Joan Savage, Jessica Sheppard, Terry Dunton Stevenson, Jiayu Su, Adam Sultan, Gail Sutherland, Rosemary Terris, Lorraine Vatcher, Richard Vickerson, Lindsay Walker, Donna White, and Damien Worth. Gallery is open daily.

3622 Brackley Point Road, Rte #15. 6722586, dunesgallery.ca

Ellen’s Creek Gallery

On view: works by Ben Stahl, Louis Mould, Scott O’Neil, Rosemary Terris, Geraldine Ysselstein, Damien Worth, Emily Howard, Ken Spearing, Margaret Muzika, Marianne Janowicz, Debra Wellner, Henry Purdy C.M., RCA, Sylvia Ridgway, Maurice Bernard, Pam Ling, Marie McMahon-Young, P. John Burden, David Garcia Jimenez, Jim Steadman, Julia Purcell, Betty Jenkins, and Linda Shaw Packard. Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm, Sat 10 am–2 pm. 525 North River Rd, Charlottetown. 368-3494

Eptek Art & Culture Centre

Presented by this town is small and Eptek, Collective Intricacies is on view to June 3. Curated by Tamara Steele, the exhibition features work by Baha Royalty, Chester Hewlett, King Kxndi, Martology, and Sammo Mossa. Music PEI Album Art is currently on view in the lobby. Local student ArtsSmarts projects will be on display June 8–17.

Visit the permanent exhibition on the history and architecture of Summerside.

Admission is by donation. Eptek is a PEI Museum and Heritage site. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside. 888-8373, peimuseum.com

Hilda Woolnough Gallery

The PEI Photo Club’s 40th annual print show is on view to June 14. Photographer Debbie Brady’s Oyster Art Pop-up Exhibition and Book Launch for Oyster Art: THE BOOK takes place June 17–18, with opening reception June 17 at 6 pm.

Twists and Turns, an exhibition by Erica Beyea and Sarah Noonan will be on view June 20–July 25. A closing reception will be held July 24. 111 Queen St, Charlottetown. theguildpei.com

Kensington Art Co-op Gallery

Opening June 25, the Gallery is located in a historic freight shed in the heart of Kensington and features an eclectic blend of work by local artists. Members showing this year include: Debbie Bryanton, Elaine Campanaro, Sharon Craig, June Ellis, Shirley Ferguson, Sheila Forsyth, Sandy Gallant, Lise Genova, Juanita Glenn, Shirley McLeod, Cheryl MacLin, Susan Maxfield, Ron Somers; new members Karen Fullerton, Esther Mosher, Dawn Riley; and several other artists.

Host artists often paint on site. 432-0335.

27 Commercial St, Kensington (behind the old train station)

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Artist Trading Cards

of the same card), series (a set of cards with a unifying theme), or as singular originals.

The main requirement is the size: cards must be the same size as modern baseball cards or 2 ½ x 3 ½ inches (6 cm x 9 cm); and small enough to fit inside standard card-collector pockets, sleeves or sheets. Artist trading cards must be self-produced. The artist’s name and contact information, as well as the card title and the edition or series number, is to be written on the back.

The trading event will be held August 4 at 7 pm in Confederation Centre’s Memorial Hall.

Info/register: please contact Monique Lafontaine by email at moniquel@confederationcentre.com visit our website!

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Flea Market Artist Trading Card by Samantha Leeming

The Confederation Centre Art Gallery invites artists of all ages and disciplines, professional and non-professional, to register for the 16th annual Artist Trading Cards event.

Artist trading cards are miniature works of art. They can be created with any material imaginable, including paper, wool, wood, clay and more.

This year’s registration deadline is July 4 and will be limited to 50 participants. However, this number does not include participants who will be mailing their cards. Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Artists are asked to inform organizers if they can no longer participate in the event as a waiting list is expected.

Shortly after registration, participants will be contacted to confirm the number of cards they are required to create for the event. People who sign up for the event must make as many cards as the number of people who have registered. Cards can be produced in editions (a limited number

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The Charlottetown Flea Market is open every Sunday from 9 am–2 pm at Simmons Sports Centre. Find baked goods, antiques, plants, collectibles, knitting, furniture, clothing, jewelry and more. Free admission for children under 12.

To reserve a table, call 368-8161 and leave a detailed message (name, how many tables, call back number). 170 North River Rd, Charlottetown. Info: charlottetownfleamarket@hotmail.com, @charlottetownfleamarket on FB.

PEI Fibre Festival The PEI Fibre Festival, where the fibre meets the shore, will be held September 23–25 at the Delta Prince Edward in Charlottetown. The Festival is a celebration of all things fibre, including marketplace vendors from across Canada and the US, a fibre fan lounge, classes, workshops, lectures, entertainment and more. peifibrefestival.com

kites & frisbees balance bikes Waboba balls, pogo sticks, planes, ziplines beach Toys & travel Games, yo-yos & more! mo 95 Capital Drive, Ch’town (902)894-8800 www.owlshollow.com

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SALES Canoe Cove Perennial Sale

The Canoe Cove Community Association will hold their 15th Annual Perennial Sale June 4 from 9 am–12 noon. The sale will take place at Inman Park in Canoe Cove and will feature hundreds of perennials, annuals, herbs, dahlias, shrubs, trees and rich compost for the garden.Very reasonable prices. All proceeds go to maintain the historic Canoe Cove School.

ABC Sale

St. James Presbyterian’s ABC Sale (Art, Books and Cookies) will take place June 11 from 9:30 am–1 pm at 35 Fitzroy St, Charlottetown. Find art for a new place, a decorating project, books for summer reading, and/or pick up some cookies as a treat. Cash and credit cards accepted.

Info: @StJamesPresbyterianChurch on FB

Radiant Rural Halls catalogue this town is small documents public art events Organized by this town is small, PEI’s artist-run centre, Radiant Rural Halls was a series of public art events, including installations, workshops, screenings and performances, that took place at rural community halls across PEI from February to April 2022.

On June 12, this town is small will launch the Radiant Image from Radiant Rural Halls event “A Day of Art Rural Halls Catalogue at Milton in Breadalbane,” featuring artist Alana Morouney’s Community Hall from 1–3 pm. project “An Early Spring.”

7 New Glasgow Road Rte 224, North Milton. and Faraaz Hussain. It will be available The catalogue features original free of charge at the launch. writing by Jordan Beaulieu, Chelsea Attendance for this event is Perry and Jane Affleck, with docudrop-in and there will be refreshments mentation of this year’s artworks and available. events by photographers Greg Ellison thistownissmall.com

Tracadie yard sale

A yard sale will take place June 11 and 13 at 1257 Donaldston Road, Tracadie. There will be kitchen, collectables, sporting goods, tools, plants, books, household supplies and more. The sale of crafts from around the world will benefit projects in Honduras, Central America. Open at 8 am each day.

Gifts from the Heart

Gifts From The Heart holds an end of month sale from 10 am–3 pm on the last Saturday of each month. The sales offer new and gently-used clothing, furniture and housewares to the public at bargain prices. Gifts From The Heart is a registered non-profit charity that provides low income Islanders and those dealing with temporary hardships with food, clothing, furniture and personal items, free of charge. Proceeds from the end of month sales help replenish stock for their food hampers and pay for heat, hydro and gas. Located at 58 Spring Lane, Charlottetown. Visit giftsfromtheheartinc.com to learn more, make a donation, or sign up to volunteer.

Oyster Art exhibit and book launch Hilda Woolnough Gallery— June 17 & 18 Debbie Brady’s Oyster Art Pop-up Exhibition and Book Launch will be held at the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild in Charlottetown June 17 and 18.

The two-day event will celebrate the PEI launch of Oyster Art: THE BOOK by professional photographer Debbie Brady, combined with an Oyster Art exhibit featuring Brady’s artwork.

The opening reception will be held June 17 at 6 pm. Brady will be joined

Photo art by Debbie Brady

for her presentation by Chef Robert Pendergast who will be shucking and serving oysters from 6–9 pm.

On June 18, Brady will be at Gallery from 10 am to 6 pm—minus the fresh oysters—with copies her book and her camera to answer any questions about how the artwork is created.

The book is available for purchase at the Oyster Art Studio & Gallery in Tyne Valley, and online at oysterart.ca.

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Master of photography Bernie Wood receives prestigious designation

As part of its continuing program of Honours and Awards, the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC) recently announced that PEI photographer Berni Wood is a recipient of the coveted Master of Photographic Arts, First (1st) Bar. This prestigious designation is bestowed by the PPOC upon its members whose images accepted into the annual PPOC Image Salon over a number of years are consistently of a high quality and in recognition of the contributions made by them to the Association and to photography in Canada. These photographers have proven their photographic abilities by participating in the Association’s National Image Competition and have confirmed their dedication to the profession by serving the Association.

PPOC is a not-for-profit organization representing photographers of all genres from across the country. The Association promotes photographic excellence through education and exploration of image artistry and

establishes standards of professional performance.

Berni is an award winning photographer with national photography accreditations in 13 categories. She is a past Chair of PPOC Atlantic, and a member of PPOC, the National Association of Photoshop Professionals, Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce, Rotary International, and Forum for International Trade Training, and she also has a Service of Photographic Arts designation from PPOC. Berni is the owner of Reel Media Studio, a Charlottetown boutique studio specializing in professional photography, commercial video production and website design. She is also the owner of Berni Wood & Associates, a project management consultant company. Along with being a professional photographer, she is a FITT Certified International Trade Professional.

The designation was presented to Berni by PPOC Chairperson, Ross Outerbridge MPA, at the Association’s annual Awards Gala, which took place in late April as a Virtual Gala.

Info: Berni Wood MPA SPA, bwood@reelmedia.ca, reelmedia.ca

Photo Club print show

The PEI Photo Club’s 40th annual print exhibition continues at the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild in Charlottetown until June 14.

The annual show is an opportunity for members of the photo club to express their individual interests and skills as photographers. In the exhibition, participating photographers each present a series of photographs on a theme and in a style of their choice.

The show will be open to viewers during gallery hours, 9 am–9 pm, daily. peiphotoclub.com theguildpei.com

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FILM

Charlottetown Film Festival call for film submissions

The Charlotttown Film Society is accepting submissions for the Charlotteown Film Festival until June 24. Filmmakers from Atlantic Canada are invited to submit their works for consideration. The 2022 Charlottetown Film Festival will be held October 14–16 at City Cinema in Charlottetown. Visit charlottetownfilmfest.com for details.

Women in Film & Television board members

Women in Film and Television – Atlantic is seeking new board members. Connect with other local filmmakers at monthly meetings. If interested, contact louise@ louiselalondeproductions.com.

PEI student wins 2nd place in youth video contest

The Workers Compensation Board (WCB) of PEI recently announced that Kiera Sharpley, a grade 10 student from Charlottetown Rural, has claimed second place in the national Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest. The video contest challenged youth across the country to use their creativity to produce an original video that could be used in social media to illustrate to younger workers the importance of health and safety at work. As the winner of the PEI provincial contest, Kiera received a $1000 cash prize and $1000 for her school. Her video was then submitted to the national Youth Video Contest, sponsored by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) to compete against other provincial winners. Kiera’s video Identifying Hazards, which was created using handwritten Post-it notes, claimed second place in the national contest, earning her $1500 for herself, as well as another $1500 for her school. The video is available on the WCB website at wcb. pe.ca/workplace/programs. The video contest is part of a national initiative to promote healthy and safety and rights for young workers.

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The Unbearable Weight Of Massive Talent

Last of the Right Whales

Memory Box

June 8 (World Oceans Day)

June 17–21

June 2–5

PG, coarse language. Dir: Nadine Pequeneza, Canada, 2022, 92 min.

Charles ‘Stormy’ Mayo, Moira Brown, Kim Davies.

14A. Dir: Joana Hadjithomas, Khalil Joreigem, Canada, 2022, 102 min. Rim Turki, Manal Issa, Paloma Vauthier, Clemence Sabbagh, Hassan Akil.

In French with English subtitles

14A. Dir: Tom Gormican, US, 2022, 107 min. Nicolas Cage, Pedro Pascal, Tiffany Haddish.

Welcome to City Cinema from The Charlottetown Film Society City Cinema is owned and operated by our non-profit Society. We will continue to present a diverse mix of films and welcome your suggestions and support.

Become a member, bring friends, and share feedback!

Advance Tickets Please visit our website at citycinema.ca, we accept all major credit cards online and both debit and credit at the cinema.

Seating may be limited, advance tickets are strongly recommended.

Masks We encourage you to wear a mask when not eating your delicious popcorn. We have paper masks available for free.

Subject to Change Film availability, showtimes and provincial COVID-19 guidelines are subject to change. Please check our website and book tickets in advance of show dates.

“The most fun you’ve had at a movie in years…

The meta-comedy sees the fictional movie star Nick Cage working with the CIA to solve a political kidnapping by the Spanish mafia, all while having a cinephile bromance with a mega-fan played by Pedro Pascal… there’s something for everyone in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent… Toggling between Hollywood insider comedy to spy thriller to bromance, at times it feels like the movie is threading the world’s most ridiculous needle. What begins as a highbrow episode of Entourage quickly turns into a hilarious spy spoof grounded by a genuine friendship love story between adult men. It works not only because Cage and Pascal are truly brilliant together, but because the movie conjures a world that, however ridiculous, makes its own rules and follows them.” —Jude Dry, Indiewire

A Small Fortune June 6–7, 9, 15–16 & 22 14A. Dir: Adam Perry, PEI, Canada, 2022 91 min. Stephen Oates, Liane Balaban, Andrea Bang, Joel Thomas Hynes, Matt Cooke, Bill McFadden.

Manchester Film Festival Winner, Best Screenplay, Canadian Film Festival Winner, Best Screenplay.

These gentle giants no longer die of natural causes. Instead, they are run over by ships or suffer lethal injuries from fishing gear, and over the past decade, they’ve been dying at a rate of 24 per year. This staggering death toll is fueling a movement to save the first great whale to face extinction. Last of the Right Whales is the story of a disparate group of people - a wildlife photographer, a marine biologist, a whale rescuer, and a crab fisher - united in their cause to save the North Atlantic right whale. By joining forces these formidable allies are determined to stop the world’s first great whale extinction.

With unprecedented access to the migration of the North Atlantic right whales from their calving ground off the coast of Florida to their new feeding area in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Last of the Right Whales brings a message of hope about the most at-risk great whale on the planet.

Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story June 10–14 & 23 PG. Dir: Frank Marshall, Ryan Suffern, US, 2022, 94 min. Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Buffett, Katy Perry, Earth, Wind & Fire.

Phantom of the Open June 24–30 PG. Dir: Craig Roberts, UK, 2022, 102 min. Sally Hawkins, Mark Rylance, Rhys Ifans, Mark Lewis Jones.

Rent City Cinema City Cinema is available for rent for private film viewings! We provide the projectionist and will have the the canteen and bar open for your group. Please fill out the form under Venue Rental on our website and we’ll respond with information and rates.

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“The past is an emotional minefield for three generations of women in Memory Box. Freely adapted from elements of co-director Joana Hadjithomas’s life, the film overcomes a conventional set-up to blossom into an imaginative and touching evocation of her Beirut adolescence in the 1980s… It begins in snowbound Montreal. Fifteen year-old Alex is marooned at home waiting for the return of her mother Maia… Her grandmother Teta is preparing food for the holiday season. ‘You can judge a man by how he eats vine leaves,’ is among the wisdom she dispenses. A large box is delivered from the estate of Maia’s childhood friend Liza. Alex cannot resist exploring the contents of the box.

She discovers a treasure trove of notebooks, letters, photographs, contact sheets and audio tapes that the young Maia in Lebanon sent to her friend in France… Split screen, sharply-cut montage sequences and dramatised recreations are celeverly combined to convey a vivid portrait of a young woman eager to embrace life and find romance. The soundtrack is suitably evocative as it ranges from Blondie to Visage and Killing Joke.

The handsome, brooding Raja is her first love and their times together have a giddy, appealing, fairground-ride energy. Once Beirut becomes a more dangerous city with power cuts, gun fire and bombings, Maia’s dispatches grow more poignant… As truths are shared, revelations uncovered and reunions achieved, Memory Box becomes a warming tale of truth and reconciliation.” —Allan Hunter, Screen Daily

“Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best.

Prince Edward Islander Adam Perry’s first feature imagines that a couple of bags of money wash ashore on the coast... Moss harvester Kevin Doucette starts finding loose twenties and fifties in the carrageen moss he pulls from the sea. Money may not grow on trees, but finding it in a mass of moss is the next best thing… This is arguably the first of a great many mistakes that will be made. Kevin thinks his windfall will help keep him from leaving the island to find work, but it isn’t long until a stranger drifts into town, looking for the loot. The local sheriff seems to think that if he ignores any evidence of wrongdoing it’ll just go away, and orders his gung-ho new recruit to do likewise. ‘We just keep the peace,’ he tells her. ‘We don’t disturb it.’ A Small Fortune carries with it appealing echoes of the Coen brothers’ classic No Country For Old Men. But it’s no copycat. This is a tightly written, expertly shot and well crafted story. It hails from the nation’s tiniest province, but it’s no small potatoes.” — Chris Knight, National Post

“A lively and captivating documentary about The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival which held its 50th Anniversary in 2019. Co-directors Frank Marshall and Ryan Suffern capture the culture, history, food and music that are all celebrated in the annual festival… If you’re unfamiliar with it, don’t worry because Jazz Fest makes you feel like you’re there to experience it all… Hearing and seeing Earth, Wind, and Fire, Jimmy Buffett, Herbie Hancock among many others is pure joy to behold… Jazz Fest is an electrifying, illuminating and enormously entertaining documentary.” —Avi Offer, The NYC Movie Guru. “Jazz Fest captures it all, while weaving a deeper narrative about a city whose rhythms are animated by a history of resilience.

Featuring performances by Bruce Springsteen, Katy Perry, Al Green, and many others, the good vibes are as palpable as the crawfish jambalaya wafting across the screen. You’ll be left soulfully satisfied.” —HotDocs

“In the blistering summer of 1976, a rather distinctive golfer popped up among contestants at The British Open… Maurice Flitcroft was noted to have an unusual swing, his golf bag was low on clubs, his attire less than natty… Flitcroft was actually a shipyard worker who’d only taken up golf a few years previously after watching a tournament on TV… As the local golf club wouldn’t let him in, he’d practised in fields or on the beach using mail order clubs, and had never played on an actual course… If golf has an everyman hero, it really ought to be Maurice, the Don Quixote of the fairways, and this is his story… He aims high, and decides he will make his tournament debut at The British Open, but when he finds out that amateurs who enter must have a registered

The BU ZZ June 2022 handicap… it’s a dilemma which Maurice overcomes by simply ticking the box marked ‘professional’ on his Open entry form. And so it is he finds himself teeing off with the likes of Seve Ballesteros and Jack Nicklaus, as bemused TV commentators quickly begin to speculate about the bona fides of this wildly erratic ‘pro’… He’s a very British hero, a hopeless underdog insisting on his worth, and Craig Roberts’ film rises to heights of comic charm thanks to Rylance’s winning performance.” —Paul Whitington, The Irish Independent

Classics at City Cinema Presented by Laurent Gariépy

city cinema schedule JUNE 1

Wed 7:00 Petite Maman

2

Thu 7:00 …Massive Talent 9:30 The Big Boss

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Fri

7:00 …Massive Talent

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Sat

2:00 …Massive Talent 7:00 …Massive Talent

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Sun 7:00 …Massive Talent

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Mon 7:00 A Small Fortune

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Tue

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Wed 7:00 …Right Whales

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Thu 7:00 A Small Fortune

7:00 A Small Fortune

9:15 10 Fri 11

The Big Boss June 2, 9:30 pm

Sat

Mulholland Dr. June 9, 9:15 pm 14A. Dir: David Lynch, US, 2001.

An aspiring actress named Betty Elms, newly arrived in Los Angeles, meets and befriends an amnesiac woman recovering from a car accident.

Jules and Jim June 12, 4:30 pm G. Dir: François Truffaut, France, 1962.

Presented in collaboration with Le Carrefour de l’Isle-Sainte-Jean. The flagship film of the French New Wave celebrates its 60th anniversary. Set around the time of World War I, it describes a love triangle involving French Bohemian Jim, his shy Austrian friend Jules (Oskar Werner), and Jules’s girlfriend, Catherine.

Rock ‘n’ Roll High School June 23, 9:15 pm PG. Dir: by Allan Arkush, US, 1979.

7:00 Jazz Fest 2:00 Jazz Fest 7:00 Jazz Fest

12 Sun 4:30 Jules and Jim 7:00 Jazz Fest

PG13. Dir: Lo Wei, Hong Kong, 1971.

Featuring Bruce Lee in his first major film as a leading star.. A young man sworn to an oath of non-violence works with his cousins in an ice factory where they mysteriously begin to disappear.

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26 Sun 4:30 Pather Panchali 7:00 Phantom of the…

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Punk fanatic and delinquent Riff Randell battles it out with the strict new principal of Vince Lombardi High School. (Featuring the Ramones)

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9:30 Graduation Day

PG. Dir: Satyajit Ray, India, 1955.

Presented in collaboration with the EMC - The financial distress of a Bengali family seen through the eyes of young Apu.

Graduation Day June 30, 9:30 pm R. Dir: Herb Freed, USA, 1981.

A high school track team are stalked and murdered by a masked assailant days before their graduation.

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READERS / WRITERS Poetry reading

A poetry reading by poet and bard Bríd Ni Mhóráin from West Kerry, Ireland, will be held at Bookmark in Charlottetown in June (date TBA). Bríd will read and speak in Irish and English.

All are welcome. Visit bookmarkreads.ca for details.

Donna M. Gallant book launch

The Mermaid Women’s Institute will launch Mermaid Moments: The History of the Community of Mermaid, Prince Edward Island, written by Donna M. Gallant, at Beaconsfield’s Carriage House in Charlottetown June 4 from 1–3 pm.

Books will be available at the launch, or call Judy Gillis (569-2668) or email mermaidwi2@gmail.com to obtain a copy.

Leonard Cusack book launch

Author Leonard Cusack will launch his book Caught in a Changing Society: St. Dunstan’s University 1950-1969 on June 8 at 3:30 pm in the SDU Lecture Hall at the Faculty of Sustainable Design and Engineering Building at UPEI. Published

by Island Studies Press, the book will be available for purchase and signing and the launch. Masks are mandatory on campus. Free and open to the public.

Maude Barlow and Leo Broderick in conversation

Bookmark, Charlottetown’s locally owned, independent bookshop will host a virtual event with Maude Barlow and Leo Broderick in conversation on Maude’s newest book, Still Hopeful: Lessons from a Lifetime of Activism June 8 at 7 pm. In the book, Barlow counters the prevailing atmosphere of pessimism that surrounds us and offers lessons of hope that she has learned from a lifetime of activism. She has been a linchpin in three major movements in her life: second-wave feminism, the battle against free trade and globalization, and the global fight for water justice.

Leo Broderick is an activist for social and environmental justice with a deep understanding of global and local issues and the recipient of the 2019 Order of PEI. This event is free but registration is required at bookmarkreads.ca.

Book launch in Montague

A book launch to celebrate the release of The Descendants of James Campbell and Christy MacDonald will be held June 11 at 2 pm at the Montague Rotary Library.

Based on the research of Jean MacLean, Roy Campbell and Maida Campbell, and organized and edited by John Westlie, the book may be of interest, not only to descendants of the Campbells, but to those who are interested in genealogy and the history of the Scottish settlement of PEI, as well as to other families represented in the book: the MacKenzies, MacLeans and Martins; the sea-faring Murchisons of Point Prim; Robbins; Stewarts; and many other families running from A–Z. 53 Wood Islands Rd, Montague

PEI bootlegging stories wanted

Western University’s Department of Public History is seeking stories and memories from Islanders about bootlegging and PEI prohibition. Research may be used for publication and will be included in UPEI’s Island Stories Collection. Participation would involve a one-hour long session, taking place either through Zoom, over the phone or in person. For more information about this study, or to volunteer, contact Madeline Shaw, MA Western Public History, at 3147594 or mshaw96@uwo.ca.

Summerside Rotary Library

Adult, teen and children’s programming in June at Summerside Rotary Library in the Inspire Learning Centre. Adult programming includes: Getting Active in Summerside (registration required) June 6 at 6:30 pm; Needle Craft Club June 9, 23 at 2 pm; Book Club June 25 at 2 pm; Pineapple Day June 27 at 6 pm; and take part in Inquiring Librarians

Want to Know and answer the questions posted on the display when visiting the library throughout June. Teen progams include: Study Break June 5–17; Battle of Wits June 7 at 4 pm; Paint With Pride June 14 at 4 pm; Speak Your Mind June 21 at 4 pm; and Secret Boxes June 28 at 4 pm. Children’s programs include: Wiggle Giggle Read for babies 0-36 months and their caregivers, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9:30 am; Family Storytime Stories and activities for children ages 3–5 every Thursday at 10:30 am; Puppet Play for the whole family June 4 at 11 am; Code Breakers June 11 at 11 am; Good Clean Fun June 18 at 11 am; and TD Summer Reading Club Kickoff June 25 at 10:30 am. Summerside Rotary Library in the Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St, Summerside.

East Coast Music Book of Fame

The East Coast Music Book of Fame–Top 50 by Bob Mersereau is now available.

The book is a curated collection of 50 of the most prominent musicians, singers and songwriters from the east coast of Canada who have made it on to a bigger stage. Replete with revealing and humorous anecdotes and rare archival photographs, Mersereau’s book reveals the rich musical legacy of Atlantic Canada and prescribes a musical blueprint for younger musicians to aspire to. Stories of Great Big Sea, David Myles, Anne Murray and many more are featured.

Mersereau is a music writer and broadcaster from Fredericton, NB. He has worked in commercial radio and the CBC, as a producer, reporter and writer, specializing in East Coast music. He’s written thousands of music reviews and articles for print and online, for national and local publications, and websites. sspub.ca

RRH catalogue launch

On June 12, this town is small will launch the Radiant Rural Halls Catalogue at Milton Community Hall (7 New Glasgow Road Rte 224, North Milton) from 1–3 pm. There will be refreshments available. thistownissmall.com

Debbie Brady book launch

Debbie Brady’s Oyster Art Pop-up Exhibition and Book Launch for Oyster Art: The Book will be held at the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild in Charlottetown on June 17 (opening reception, 6–9 pm) and 18 (10 am–6 pm). Chef Robert Pendergast will shuck and serve oysters from 6–9 pm, June 18.

Brady will be at Gallery from 10 am–6 pm with her camera to answer any questions about how the artwork is created on June 18.

Donations for book sale

The Summerside Rotary Library is seeking book donations for a book sale being planned for August 3. Donations of good quality books are now being accepted.

Contact the library at 436-7323 for more information and drop off times.

A gift of Éire-land poetry Island Literary Awards CNOC ON CHAIRN FAMINE GRAVEYARD (May all who sleep here have sight of the Trinity 21 November 1990) Cnoc an Chairn sheds its deep peace Under the encircling hills and heavens On the streets and harbour of Dingle town As it blesses coming and going of people, Changing tides, and boats returning home.

The weight of famine presses on this hillside— Blight, fever and government indifference Left a grave mound of destitute thousands, Without coffin or shroud or any ceremony, A stone’s throw from their House of Suffering.

Bodies of unnamed pilots and sailors, Flotsam of war, brought in by the sea Lay here awhile, near relics of innocents.

A flock of crows salutes over the cross On the guardian mound above Dingle.

Bríd Ni Mhóráin. Two Tongues/Dánta Nua ó Chorca Dhuibhne, Ponc Press, 2018.

This month Deirdre Kessler has selected a poem from another Island for The Buzz.

A poetry reading by poet and bard Bríd Ni Mhóráin from West Kerry, Ireland, will be held at Bookmark in Charlottetown in June. Bríd will read and speak in Irish and English. All are welcome. Visit bookmarkreads.ca for details.

New author’s books availabe

A fresh start, new choices, and a passion for adventure led Rev. Dr. Karen MacLeod-Wilkie, now a retired United Church of Canada Minister, to embrace the world of self-publishing.

Until 2018, Karen was firmly on the path of being an ordained minister. Then a long-suppressed dream of being an author was ignited while she and her husband were walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain. By fall 2019, Karen self-published her first novel, Fresh Start.

The writing experience delighted her so much that early retirement beckoned; then the pandemic started.

Karen delayed her retirement but kept writing, this time in a fantasy genre, her personal favourite. She published

her second novel, The Prophecy, in the summer of 2020.

Karen finally embraced retirement in January 2021 and threw herself into her writing. Choices, her third novel, was published at the end of 2021 and her next book, The Circle Widens (Book 2: The Prophecy series), is coming soon.

The next hurdle for Karen was to figure out how to share her work. She completed the PEI Business Women’s Associations’s Acclerate HER Program and that experience, she says, “has given me the courage to offer my books to a broader audience. Thank you to facilitators, mentors, and my cohort who taught me so much!”

Her books are available at Indigo and Bookmark in Charlottetown, and online at amazon.ca.

Karen lives on PEI with her husband Paul, in an old farmhouse which they are continually renovating.

Info: kmacleodwilkie@gmail.com, kmacleodwilkie.com.

Island writers recognized

The PEI Writers’ Guild (PEIWG) honoured Island writers for their works during both the Island Literary Awards and the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty Creative Writing Awards for Young People. Hosted by PEIWG, both award galas took place at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown May 29.

The 2022 PEI Book Awards were also handed out during the event.

During the Island Literary Awards, adults were recognized for excellence in Poetry, Creative Non-Fiction, Literature for Children, and Short Story. The Island Literary Awards also presented awards in recognition and celebration of the literary merit of Black Island writers, writers new to Canada, and Indigenous writers, as well as writers in two new categories: SAF’Île Francophone Award and the PEERS Alliance & Pride PEI 2SLGBTQ+ Award. Additionally, the Champion of Reading Award, the Distinguished Contribution to the Literary Arts of PEI Award, the Réshard Gool Award for Creative Writing, and the Joseph Sherman Award were also be presented.

The Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty Creative Writing Awards for Young People winners are: Early Elementary: Elsa Laird—The World of Watches (1st place).

Late Elementary: Tenuli Hindagolla— Invisible Flames (1st place); Conor Murphy—The Warrior and the Angel (2nd place); Autumn Alder—Poems from the Heart (3rd place), Jonah Mamye—About My Life (Honourable Mention) Junior High: Garion Laird—The Dagger (1st place); Adia Laureijs— Butter Cake (2nd place); Blessing Connor—The Journey Home (3rd place); Joelle Bader—See you Litter (HM); Mnemosyne Motilla Tabangin— Isolation (HM).

Senior High: Lilly O’Rielly—Dear Me (1st place); Jane Nordquist—In Search of Contentment (2nd place); Emily Hunter—The Sailing of the Maritimer (3rd place); Kes Sabine—It’s About a Cat (HM); Laura MacDougall—The Enchantment of Annies’ Antiques (HM).

The Island Literary Award winners are: The Heirs of L.M. Montgomery Literature for Children Awards: Kara Griffin—Flitt’s Call (1st place); Hannah Stiff—“Times Sir?” (2nd place); Kailea Switzer—I Feel That Way Too (3rd place).

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Richard Lemm and Lee Ellen Pottie Poetry Awards: Julia Grounds—One Room in a Big House (1st place); Jennifer Platts-Fanning—sanctuary drift (2nd place); Daniel Mansfield—Unreasonable Considerations (3rd place); Max Koughan—Morning Spoon (HM); Ken Trenholm—Vertigo: The New Normal (HM).

Maritime Electric Short Story Awards: Katie Mac—The Key to Wednesdays (1st place); Jessica Mutch—A Good Day for a Harvest (2nd place); Devon Ross, Katrina Cristall, Monica Lacey and Somnia Lucent—A Bouquet, a Confusion, a Fall, and a Wrench (3rd place); Malcolm Murray—Art Gallery (HM); Sam Wandio—Letter from a Dying Man (HM).

The Joan & Regis Duffy Foundation Creative Non-Fiction Awards: Jo Godden—November at 92 Upper Hillsborough (1st place); Hannah Pavez—Cycling through the Devil’s Throat (2nd place); Lindsey Gallant— Cereal Mornings (3rd place).

Acorn Press Marie Coyoteblanc Indigenous Writing Award: Julia Grounds—One Room in a Big House.

IRSA Newcomers to Canada Award: Norman Ho—I BEG YOUR PARDON. Black Cultural Society of PEI Scott Parsons Literary Award: Vanessa Kuku—The Day Baba Fell.

PEERS Alliance & Pride PEI 2SLGTBQ+ Award: Jo Godden— November at 92 Upper Hillsborough.

SAF’Île Francophone Award: Jacob Mathieu—Rouge et or (Award recipient); Hélène Lebon—Carte de l’Île, correspondance d’outre-moi (HM).

Champion of Reading Award: Cindy Lapeña Réshard Gool Award for Creative Writing: Jack Wallace Joseph Sherman Award: Dr. Greg Doran Distinguished Contribution to the Literary Arts of PEI: Finley Martin peiwritersguild.com

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BOOKS PEI The Summer Trade:

A History of Tourism on PEI Alan MacEeachern Edward MacDonald

McGill-Queen’s University Press.

The Summer Trade exhibition, which is part of the summer exhibitions that will be on display at Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCOA) in Charlottetown, was curated

by MacEachern and MacDonald using images and artifacts to chronicle 150 years of PEI tourism. The exhibition opens June 11 at the CCOA’s Summer Gallery Opening beginning at 7 pm.

teaching, parenting or writing, you can find her going for long runs with her friends or playing her ukulele and making up songs. lisacarmodydoiron.com

Oyster Art: The Book Debbie Brady

Launch opening reception, Chef Robert Pendergast will be shucking and serving oysters from 6–9 pm. On June 18, Brady will be at The Guild from 10 am to 6 pm—minus the fresh oysters— with the books, Oyster Art and her camera to answer any questions about how the artwork is created.

The book is available at the Oyster Art Studio & Gallery in Tyne Valley, PE and online at oysterart.ca.

Mermaid Moments:

The History of the Community of Mermaid, PEI Donna M. Gallant

Perfectly Noisy Lisa Carmody Doiron Illustrated by Jupiter’s Muse

Authors and history professors Alan MacEachern (University of Western Ontario) and Edward MacDonald (UPEI) recently released The Summer Trade: A History of Tourism on Prince Edward Island.

Tourism has been a central part of PEI’s identity for more than a century.

What began as a seasonal sideline in the 19th century evolved into an economic powerhouse that now attracts over 1.5 million visitors each year, employs one in ten Islanders, and is the province’s second leading industry.

Spanning from the Victorian era to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Summer Trade presents the first comprehensive history of tourism in any Canadian province. Over time the Island has marketed a remarkably durable set of tourism tropes—seaside refuge from urban industrial angst, return to innocence, literary shrine to L.M. Montgomery, cradle of Confederation, garden of the Gulf. As private enterprise and the state sought to manage the industry, the Island’s own identity became caught up in the wish fulfillment of its summer visitors. The result has been a complicated, sometimes conflicted relationship between Islanders and tourism, between a warm welcome to visitors and resistance to the industry’s adverse effects on local culture.

Illustrated with postcards, tourist guides and memorabilia, the book also presents a history of PEI in cameo that tracks cultural, economic, political and environmental developments and tensions. Across the strait, the Island beckons.

The book jacket was designed by Lisa Minja and the cover image is a detail of Alex Colville’s 1965 painting, To Prince Edward Island. Published by

Lisa Carmody Doiron recently released her first children’s book, Perfectly Noisy. A book launch was held in May. Bear is a fellow who is overwhelmed by his noisy life. He finds the lights, clocks, voices, and sounds at school TOO MUCH! Bear tries different ways to calm himself down, but he always ends up losing his cool. Will Bear find a place that is perfectly noisy?

“When I was eight years old, my friend gave me a signed copy of the children’s book, Lobster in my Pocket by Deirdre Kessler as a Christmas present. I was awestruck that a real, actual author signed my book! That day I declared to myself that I was going to be a children’s author and I began the journey,” shares Lisa. “I hope your child receives one of my books as a gift someday and it sparks magical inspiration inside them to follow their dreams!”

Lisa lives in PEI with her husband Shawn and their two boys, Gabe and Kieran. She considers herself lucky to be able to teach grade one at Glen Stewart Primary in Stratford, PEI, and finds inspiration for many of her stories from her students. When Lisa isn’t

Professional photographer Debbie Brady has compiled an art collection of forty of her macro-photographic images of Prince Edward Island oyster shells in her new publication, Oyster Art: THE BOOK. A Pop-up Exhibition and Book Launch will be held at the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild in Charlottetown on June 17 and 18.

The book is organized as a guided journey along the shores of PEI’s four scenic areas: North Cape Coastal Drive, Green Gables Shore, Red Sands Shore and Points East Coastal Drive. Brady has included ten artworks of oyster shells from each scenic area—75 percent of which were created just for this project. Every image is accompanied by its photographic specifications, a story about its creation and informative trivia about oysters and PEI’s oyster industry. Each turn of the page is a celebration – not only of Brady’s creative talents, but also of PEI, its oysters and the aqua-farmers caring for them.

In the book’s foreword, Don Komarechka, internationally renowned photographer and author of Macro Photography: The Universe at Our Feet writes: “Debbie Brady is an explorer of minuscule marvels. This body of work encompasses both a passion for abstract artwork as well as a deep understanding of photographic technique and the subject itself. Through this book you’ll be educated and inspired, all about a subject that you would have never thought at length about: the colours, lines and textures of the shell of an oyster.”

Joining Brady at the June 17 Oyster Art Pop-up Exhibition and Book

The Mermaid Women’s Institute will launch Mermaid Moments: The History of the Community of Mermaid, Prince Edward Island, written by Donna M. Gallant, a long-time resident and Mermaid Women’s Institute member, at Beaconsfield’s Carriage House in Charlottetown on June 4 from 1–3 pm.

A hidden lake, a Mermaid balloon, fox farmers, a 1830 churchyard, a tornado and a $300 fruitcake—all communities have their stories and Mermaid, PEI is no exception.

Mermaid is a community in Lot 48, amounting to about 2300 acres on the southeast side of the Hillsborough River, ten minutes from Charlottetown.

The Hillsborough River was a means of transportation, food and livelihood. As did the Mi’kmaq and Acadian peoples before them, early settlers lived close to the river. Farms were leased in strips of fifty to one hundred acres back from the river.

When the road was built (now Route 21), it divided many of these farms in two. Over the years as in many other places, these farms changed hands; some were passed down and in latter days some were turned into subdivisions. From a beginning of five farms in the late 1700s, Mermaid has grown into a country community with over 300 households in 2022.

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The book will be available at the launch on June 4, or call Judy Gillis at 569-2668 or email mermaidwi2@gmail. com to obtain a copy.

Caught in a Changing Society: St. Dunstan’s University 1950-1969 Leonard Cusack

114-year-old St. Dunstan’s University and the resolve that allowed the institution to evolve into a charitable foundation that has invested more than $32 million into education, infrastructure, and the diocese.

During his career, Cusack was a high school teacher and principal, a public servant, and a sessional lecturer in history at UPEI. He is the author of three previous books, including Owen Connolly: The Making of a Legacy 1820– 2016. Now retired, he and his wife, Catherine, reside in Emyvale, PEI. At the launch, books will be available for purchase and signing. Masks are mandatory on campus. The event is free and open to the public.

haiku, “Mother’s Helpers”).

“He was just a toddler when dad first became ill. And of course he would want to find words to understand what for all of us growing up was such an infuriating mystery. You knew by the look on dad’s face, or by his absence at the dinner table, that he wasn’t feeling well,” shares Marcia.

Kevin’s strong sense of place and love of community is evident throughout this collection. Poems My Father Taught Me was published by Three Boy & Publications in Tignish, where he grew up, and also where he plans to hold the book launch. kwporterca2@gmail.com @KevinWPorter2021 on FB

Poems My Father Taught Me

The Descendants of James Campbell and Christy MacDonald

Kevin Porter

Reasearch by Ian MacLean, Roy and Maida Campbell Edited by John Westlie

Author Leonard Cusack will launch a new book about the history of St. Dunstan’s University (SDU) from 1950–1969 on June 8 at 3:30 pm, SDU Lecture Hall, Faculty of Sustainable Design and Engineering Building, UPEI. Published by Island Studies Press, Caught in a Changing Society: St. Dunstan’s University 1950-1969 chronicles the golden years of expansion at an esteemed Catholic university and what led to the creation of the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI).

As Cusack (SDU’69) writes, campus life was tight knit, with students participating in sports teams, drama and music performances, social activities, and mandatory classes and religious services under the watchful eyes of the priests and sisters. With increased enrolment, more resources were needed to build new campus buildings and hire more lay teaching staff. As social mores changed and mini-skirts appeared on campus in the mid-1960s, students demanded freedoms and direct representation, while the administration fought for much needed government subsidies and faced the challenges of an uncertain future.

With Prince of Wales College becoming a university, the province faced the daunting prospect of supporting two post-secondary institutions. To solve the financial crisis, Premier Alex Campbell mandated the creation of the University of Prince Edward Island. Caught in a Changing Society captures the ensuing debate that led to the closure of the

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the genealogy of the entire family, followed by detailed genealogical tables for each of the seven children of James Campbell and Christy MacDonald, including, whenever possible, details about dates and places of birth, baptism, death and other significant events. An appendix provides supporting documents—some taken from newspapers, others from public records—along with a few personal essays provided by descendants of the settlers. An index of names will help readers quickly find the individuals they are researching.

This book may be of interest not only to descendants of the Campbells,

but to those who are interested in genealogy and the history of the Scottish settlement of PEI, as well as to other families represented in the book: the MacKenzies, MacLeans and Martins; the sea-faring Murchisons of Point Prim; Robbins; Stewarts; and many other families running from A–Z. A book launch

is planned for June 11 at 2 pm at the Montague Rotary Library. After the launch, books will be available online and at local bookstores.

2022 PEI Book Awards Author and poet Kevin Porter is preparing to release a collection of poetry 22 years in the making, Poems My Father Taught Me. “It was only when our ‘little’ brother Kevin Porter was about to publish Flash Write years ago, back in 1994, that we found out he wrote poetry.

By the time he was writing from his bedroom in Northport, for what would become his first book, we had long since moved away,” shares Kevin’s sister Marcia Porter.

This summer, with three boys grown, Porter is ready to publish his third collection of poetry. Poems My Father Taught Me has been 22 years in the making and is his most personal yet—inspired by the very real experiences of growing up with a father who lived with, and suffered from, a debilitating mental illness. Kevin’s father passed away in September 2019, so this collection has an extra layer of meaning for his family.

When his three siblings had escaped to university and the world of work, Kevin was still at home, living in a house with his father whose “head was as blue as the sky” (a line from his

Selkirk Stories Publishing recently released a work of PEI genealogy and family history, The Descendants of James Campbell and Christy MacDonald. The book is based on the research of Jean MacLean, Roy Campbell and Maida Campbell, and organized and edited

by John Westlie.

James Campbell and Christy MacDonald were among the 84 Scottish Highlanders who debarked from the Mary Kennedy in 1829.

Like many of the other settlers, they established themselves in the Belfast area of PEI and began farming and raising their family. This book presents the genealogy of their descendants along with documents giving insight into their lives and contributions: obituaries, wills, family reminiscences, marriage licences and announcements and press clippings.

Readers will find an overview of

The 2022 PEI Book Awards were presented during the Island Literary Awards gala on May 29.

The PEI Book Awards are presented every two years to recognize authors, editors, and book producers.

Submissions in each category were assessed by an independent jury for the content, quality of design, and production. Winners received a cash prize and handmade tile mosaic by South Gone North Mosaic Arts.

Here is the PEI Book Awards 2022 short list with winners in bold: Non-fiction: Home is Where the Water is—Min Chiang; The Chemistry of Innovation: Regis Duffy and the Story of DCL—Mo Duffy Cobb and Lori Mayne; We’ll Meet Again: Prince Edward Island Women of the Second World War— Katherine Dewar.

Fiction: The Blue Moth Motel—Olivia Robinson; Children of Terra: The Kid’s Don’t Stand a Chance—Matty MacLeod; A Murmur of Men—Sharon Lucy Robson; Poetry: My Island’s the House I Sleep in at Night—Laurie Brinklow; Epekwitk—Julie Pellissier-Lush; If, When—Bren Simmers.

Children’s Literature: Kira’s Crossing—Orysia Dawydiak; Broken Crayons—Patsy Dingwell; A Girl, Her Mother and the Forest—Virginia McGowan; Mi’kmaq Campfire Stories— Julie Pellissier-Lush.

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Indigenous Peoples Day

On June 21, Canadians commemorate National Indigenous Peoples Day to recognize the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. This year is marks the 26th National Indigenous Day, celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Mentors needed

Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for mentors across PEI, especially in rural areas. Pass on wisdom, knowledge and experience, and volunteer to be a Big Brother, Big Sister or Big Couple.

Volunteers spend a few hours, twice a month, empowering a child to succeed while having a lot of fun. Matches are made based on interests. Be a role model for a child who is waiting. Info: 569KIDS, info@bbbspei.ca, bbbspei.ca

BCSPEI volunteers needed

The Black Cultural Society of PEI (BCSPEI) is seeking volunteers for some of their upcoming projects, including: Canada Games 2023 programming (BCSPEI is a partner and will have activities at the Games); a donation drive to sort out clothing and distribute to community members; and a community garden where they will grow vegetables to share with the community. If interested in these or other volunteer opportunities, visit at bcspei.ca/volunteer to sign up.

Freetown Reunion 2022

The Freetown Reunion will be held at the Emerald Community Centre July 23.

The fun-filled day will give everyone a chance to meet and greet old friends and neighbours. There will be a senior’s circle, trivia and music. To register, contact Cynthia L at 888-9404, Marlene at 8889896, or Cynthia F at 964-3235.

Cruising Fortune

Car enthusiasts are invited to Cruising Fortune on June 26, July 24, August 21 and September 18 from 12 noon–4 pm at Fortune Community Centre. Weather permitting. Admission is by donation with proceeds going to charity. The Centre will be open for seating during the event.

There will be a 50/50 draw, door prizes, and food and drink available for purchase. 220 Fortune Wharf Rd N, Fortune.

Bike refurbishing program

The Government of PEI recently presented The Reach Foundation with a donation of $25,000 to assist them in setting up a bicycle refurbishing and recycling program. The Reach Foundation is a safe, stigma free environment for youth who are transitioning from mental health and addiction treatment to recovery and reintegration into the community.

The Foundation will use their existing network to ensure the refurbished bikes are given to youth to enjoy and utilize both as a mode of transportation and for overall wellness. The Charlottetown City Police also donated 40 bikes from their inventory to help get the program started. These bikes would normally go to auction but have been in storage

COMMUNITY due to the pandemic. Proceeds from the Police Bike Auction support the Healthy Me program that is offered to all grade six classrooms in the Charlottetown area.

For more information or to donate a bike to the program, email info@reachfoundation.ca or visit reachfdn.ca.

Black Cultural Society AGM

Save the date for the Black Cultural Society of PEI’s Annual General Meeting.

The event will take place June 27 at 7 pm, in person and online. Details soon on their social media pages and at bcspei.ca

Community changers

An Open Door Community Changers Breakfast will be held June 7 at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel for those who are you interested in making a difference in their community. The event begins at 7 am. Seats are limited. Call or text 9402303, or email opendooroutreachpei@ gmail.com to reserve a space.

Monday Night Bingo

Bingo takes place weekly at the Fortune Community Centre on Monday evenings from 7–9 pm until November 28. Doors open at 6 pm. There is a building weekly jackpot, loonie game and more. Canteen services are available. Everyone is welcome. 220 Fortune Wharf Rd N, Fortune

Autism community website

Autistic adults and seniors are encouraged to visit the website peiautisticadults.com. The website was set up to create a community or peer-support group to connect online and/or in person to talk about autism, share experiences of navigating PEI as autistic adults, and support each other. The website has a forum where members could discuss issues, arrange social activities, find likeminded autistic people to attend events, and/or plan meetings online or in person. There is also chat functionality, a blog where members can post, and links to other autistic websites and resources.

Members are welcome to participate in whatever aspects they like depending on their time and interest. There is a mailing list for people who wish to participate in meetings or in-person events but do not wish to interact online. The website was set up by True Taylor, an autistic woman, and it is not affiliated with any group.

Seasonal residents of PEI

Those who own a home or cottage in PEI and have permanent residency elsewhere are invited to join the Seasonal Residents of PEI Association. Join the Association at srpei.org and/or follow them on FB @ seasonalresidentsofpei. The Association’s goal is to connect with all seasonal residents to share information and resources.

They provide a place to stay in touch with issues that impact seasonal residents and they are committed to continuing to develop their already strong ties to the Island.

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.Online Grief Support Group A monthly Grief Support Group meets online via Zoom on the third Thursday of each month at 7 pm. To register, call the Hospice PEI Grief Coordinator at 3303857. Telephone-based grief support with Hospice trained volunteers is also available. To learn more about Hospice PEI, their programs and services, and how to get involved, visit at hospicepei.ca.

The Legacy Song Project

An Atlantic Canadian project will see people at the end of their lives or those who lost loved ones create songs about their experiences. Sarah McInnis is looking for one participant near end of life from NS, PEI or NB for The Legacy Song Project. The project will culminate in an eight-song album and short documentary film that will allow people to preserve the memories of their loved ones and in some cases, give a living memorial to themselves. Supported by Arts Nova Scotia and the Canada Council for the Arts, McInnis conducts interviews with participants and creates songs out of the content gleaned. To learn more, visit sarahmcinnis.com/the-legacy-song-project-atlantic-chapter-2022

Auction card parties

Weekly card parties (Auction) will be held on Thursday evenings from 7:30–9:30 pm, June 2–September 29 at the Milton Community Hall, 7 New Glasgow Road Route 224, North Milton. There is a small admission fee. Info: 566-3154, miltoncommunityhall@gmail.com

Free energy upgrades

The Government of PEI has announced further initiatives to provide Islanders with long term solutions to their energy needs and address the cost of heating and cooling their homes. The existing Free Heat Pump Program will expand eligibility to include income qualified Islanders with a household earning under $55,000 per year. It is anticipated that this program will reach 10,000 households, helping Islanders transition to a clean source of home heating. A new Free Electric Hot Water Heater Program will begin June 1 and will provide Islanders with a household income under $55,000 per year with a new electric water heater.

To be eligible, Islanders must have a hot water heater that currently uses oil or propane. Government projects that this program will assist 6000 homes to move from oil or propane to electric hot water heaters across the province. A new Free Insulation Program will begin June 1 and will provide Islanders with a household income less than $55,000 per year with assistance to insulate their homes, making them more energy efficient. This program is expected to assist 10,000 Island homes across the province. These programs are instrumental in assisting PEI to becoming the first Net Zero province in Canada by 2040 and reduce the

number of Island households that rely on fossil fuels. Islanders can apply for the three programs online at princeedwardisland.ca.

Black Culture Bursary

The Courtside Black Culture Bursary will award $1000 each to three Black PEI post-secondary students. Courtside Sneakers in Charlottetown presents the award annually to three Black PEI students to help defray post-secondary education costs. The Bursary is awarded based on the demonstrated financial need of the recipient, volunteer experience, extracurricular involvement, and community service. Since this bursary prioritizes financial need, applicants must complete the Financial Need Section of the bursary application. All information submitted with the bursary application is confidential. Full details and more at bcspei.ca.

Tracadie Community Centre

Community events continue at the Tracadie Community Centre in June with 45’s Cards on Mondays at 7 pm; Yoga on Tuesdays at 9:30 am; and Fitness on Thursdays at 9:30 am. Call 213-7537 for more information. 148 Station Rd, Tracadie Cross

CMHA PEI Learning Hub

The Canada Mental Health Association (CMHA) PEI’s Learning, Training and Support Hub aims to increase awareness, foster mental health, improve wellbeing and develp skills for resilience. Adult education strategies and health promotion approaches are used to help individuals, family and professionals learn and grow together. The Hub offers courses across PEI. A monthly Family Support Group for family members of someone with a mental health concern takes place on the second Tuesday of the month from 7–9 pm in Charlottetown. The group is peer-led. CMHA’s full course calendar for the Learning, Training and Support Hub is online at pei.cmha.ca.

Walk to end endometriosis

In their lifetime, approximately one in 10 girls and women, and unmeasured numbers of transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse individuals, will develop endometriosis, yet it is under-researched, stigmatized, and has no cure. The Endo Network’s Run to End Endo™ aims to raise funds in support of The Endometriosis Network Canada (TENC) and their ongoing intitiatives to raise awareness and provide support and educational resources for people with endometriosis and those whose lives it touches. The PEI walk/run will take place June 5 at 1 pm beginning at the Victoria Park Cultural Pavilion in Charlottetown. Help raise awareness, fundraise and provide a safe place for the affected community to come together and share their stories and experiences in support of one another. TENC is a nonprofit organization. To learn more about endometriosis, visit endometriosisnetwork.com. To learn more about the Run to End Endo, visit and runtoendendo. com or contact info@runtoendendo.com.

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PEI SENIORS’ SECRETARIAT invites you to a community workshop.

Second annual event in Charlottetown—June 16 to 19

The PEI Seniors Secretariat wants to hear from Island Seniors.

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All seniors, caregivers, family and friends, as well as anyone interested in learning more about programs for seniors is invited.

The second annual Island Tides Yoga & Wellness Festival, presented by Discover Charlottetown, returns to Charlottetown June 16–19. The festival is one of the first of its kind in the Maritimes and draws on the expertise of yoga and fitness experts, healthy living enthusiasts, and the therapeutic atmosphere that attracts those in search of a peaceful place to unwind.

The festival is made up of a combination of yoga and wellness events, the Island Tides 5k Rainbow Run, on-the-water activities like SUP yoga,

meditation classes, inspiring workshops, free outdoor performances, nourishing culinary events, and other feel-good activities such as the mobile Silent Disco.

Island Tides also happens in collaboration with various yoga studios, wellness professionals, and other community partners.

No matter your background, experience level or interests, Island Tides offers a chance to soak up all the magic the Island has to offer. islandtidesfestival.com

There will be a short presentation followed by discussion.

Bring your ideas, suggestions and concerns.

Light refreshments provided. Transportation arranged on request.

June 6, 2022 7pm-830pm Hunter River Community Centre, 19816, Route 2, Hunter River

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COMMUNITY 2022 Virtual PEI Science Fair

The PEI Science Fair is a community-based learning partnership run by volunteers from PEI’s school system, UPEI and the Department of Education and Lifelong Learning, and is supported by more than 45 Island groups and organizations. The Fair aims to create a positive science and social experience for students and to motivate and empower students to learn more about science.

The PEI Science Fair Committee recently announced the winners of the 2022 virtual PEI Science Fair. The Committee partnered with Youth Science Canada to use their online science fair portal.

Island students uploaded their virtual project boards along with a short video describing their research. Projects were judged by a group of volunteer judges on PEI. The top projects, in grades where projects were submitted, include: Bella Mae Reeves, Somerset Consolidated (1st place, Grade 4); Emma Toms and Julia Toms, West Royalty Elementary (1st place, Grade 6); Memphis Masters, Eliot River Elementary (2nd place, Grade 6); Eric Wan, Queen Charlotte Intermediate (1st place, Grade 7-8); and Jannah McCallum, Colonel Gray High School (1st place, Grade 9–10). peisciencefair.ca

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John Dennis of Halifax will ride PEI’s Confederation Trail and Island roadways on his e-Bike for the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (CPFF) Hope Breathes Here–John Dennis–I Ride For You and Me Campaign. John, who will be 78 in October, has pulmonary fibrosis and was turned down twice for a lung transplant before finally receiving a new lung in March 2021. John has three campaign goals: to raise awarenes of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and other lung diseases; to raise awareness of the drastic need for organ donations; and to raise money for a research fund in the memory of Barbara Ann Barr Haylock, who also had pulmonary fibrosis, received a lung, and was an advocate for patients. He has the ambitious goal to raise 1.4 million dollars. Beginning June 10 at Joseph A. Ghiz Memorial Park in Charlottetown, John plans to ride 50–75 km per day with stops in Charlottetown, Alberton, Tignish, Kensington, Mt. Stewart, Hermanville, and Montague. He is self-funding the costs for accommodation and meals. John hopes that cyclists will join him along the trail for company, support and encouragement. All donations are welcome. Contact Marlene Bryenton at 892-8931 or jmbryenton@ eastlink.ca for information. Search for the trailer and documentary for Breathless for Change, as well as John Dennis– Patient Story, on YouTube, to learn more.

Glucose sensor technology

A new program will help fund sensors that allow people with diabetes and their health care team better monitor their sugar levels. Over 15,000 Islanders live with diabetes, a chronic disease where the body is unable to produce insulin

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or properly use the insulin it produces.

On average, 860 Islanders are diagnosed with diabetes each year. Glucose sensor technology is a method to track glucose levels throughout the day and night for those living with diabetes. Unlike a blood glucose meter which provides just a single glucose reading, glucose sensor systems can provide glucose information every one to five minutes and can provide alerts and alarms to warn the individual if their glucose readings are too low or too high. Applications for funding assistance are now being accepted through the PEI Glucose Sensor Program.

The program launches June 1 and will give Islanders access to Glucose Sensor Technology at a reduced cost through local PEI Pharmacies. Out of pocket cost will be based on household income and the existence of private health insurance.

It is anticipated this program will support 1300 Islanders who require intensive management of their diabetes through multiple daily injections of insulin or an insulin pump. Info: healthpei.ca, diabetesadminofficer@ihis.org, 1-833-355-0538

Property tax relief to Islanders

The Government of PEI is providing a one-time subsidy to offset the increase in 2022 provincial residential tax due to the 2021 Consumer Price Index (CPI). The Property Tax Subsidy will be administered through the Provincial Taxation Office and will provide a one-time subsidy to owner-occupied residential properties across PEI that will match the CPI increase in provincial taxes payable on their 2022 tax assessment. Through the Real Property Assessment Act, the Provincial Taxation Office is mandated to complete annual property assessments on owner-occupied properties based on CPI, which in 2021 was identified as 5.1 per cent, resulting in a maximum allowable increase of 5 per cent to be applied to this year’s assessments. For more information on the Property Tax Subsidy, visit princeedwardisland.ca/PropertyTaxSubsidy.

Islanders are reminded that property tax assessments for the 2022 tax year were mailed out on May 6, 2022. If it is not received, visit the Provincial Taxation Office located on the 1st Floor of the Shaw Building at 95 Rochford St in Charlottetown or call 368-4070.

PEI Sociable Singles

PEI Sociable Singles is a non-profit, non-denominational, social group for members ages 50 and over. The group provides the separated, divorced, widowed and unmarried with an opportunity to get out of the house and participate in healthy group and social activities with other singles. Sociable Singles is not a dating club. Meet compatible people who are unattached and in similar circumstances. The group holds Meet and Greet Socials every Tuesday at 7 pm at Hillsborough Hall Community Centre, 199 Patterson Dr, Charlottetown.

Info: sociable_singles@yahoo.com

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RECOGNITION Atlantic Award of Excellence

veterinarians from Atlantic Canada.

Recipients must have demonstrated exceptional service and contribution to the veterinary profession; exemplified the highest values of compassion, leadership, and dedication to the profession; and helped to promote veterinary medicine in the community and advance the profession. Each year, one person is recognized during the Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference and their portrait is hung on the wall at the AVC in perpetuity.

First ACC Fellow at AVC

Dr. Gary Conboy Dr. Gary Conboy, professor emeritus at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), UPEI, is the 2021 recipient of the Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care. The award was presented in late April during the Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference in Halifax, NS. For the past 30 years, Dr. Conboy has been the cornerstone of the diagnostic parasitology service at the AVC’s Diagnostic Services. He is a recognized expert in the field of veterinary parasitology, consulting with veterinarians and researchers all over the world on parasite identification.

In the early 1990s, Conboy discovered his unique niche in parasitology while living on PEI. His main research focus has been nematode lungworm parasites (metastrongyloids) of wild and domestic canids, a field where his expertise is unparalleled.

A widely published researcher, Conboy has authored over 60 peer-reviewed scientific publications, presented at numerous conferences, coauthored Veterinary Clinical Parasitology (7th, 8th, and 9th editions), has been a mentor and supervisor for graduate students, and served on graduate program committees and various boards.

The Atlantic Award of Excellence in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Care recognizes practicing or retired

Dr. Étienne Côté Dr. Étienne Côté, a veterinary cardiologist and professor in the cardiology service at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at UPEI, was recently invested as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (ACC).

Traditionally, fellowship has been reserved for human-medicine physicians, but in 2019 the designation was expanded to recognize distinguished leaders in the cardiovascular community in non-physician professions. Côté is the first ACC Fellow at AVC and one of only five veterinarians in the world who have been elected as an ACC Fellow.

To be eligible, candidates must conform to the American College of Cardiology code of ethics, have dedicated at last 75 percent of their professional activities to the cardiovascular field, and must meet rigorous criteria.

Examples of the criteria include years of advanced training in cardiology, demonstrated institutional leadership, extensive

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research and publication of original work, continuing education, and leadership in professional societies.

A firm believer in One Health, Dr. Côté has served on numerous committees and task forces. He has been president of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialty of Cardiology, and has authored or coauthored over 40 peer-reviewed journal articles—22 of which were on cardiovascular topics—and has edited or coauthored three textbooks. In 2015, Côté was named a 3M National Teaching Fellow at UPEI.

Outstanding municipal leadership

The Federation of PEI Municipalities (FPEIM) recently announced the recipient of the 2022 Bruce H Yeo Memorial Award. Mr. Geoff Baker, the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the Town of Kensington was presented with the award by FPEIM President Bruce MacDougall, during the Federation’s 65th annual general meeting in late April.

The award was established in memory of FPEIM’s first president to recognize outstanding contributions to municipal government in PEI. Baker has been serving the Town of Kensington as CAO since 2007. His leadership and advice to the Town Council played a major role in the Town’s population growth, as well as in the municipal boundary expansion that brought 106 properties into the Town. He is also responsible for managing the design, development and construction of a new business park in the Town of Kensington, which is currently under construction.

His clear and professional advice has helped guide the Town Council’s work to ensure it is efficiently governed and transparent to the public.

Baker is a community and municipal leader who has contributed immensely to the cause of local governments in PEI. He has not only played a vital role in enacting the new Municipal Government Act, but also has been pivotal in the municipal revenue-sharing negotiations with the Government of PEI. Baker has supported smaller municipalities by providing guidance and sound advice on local governance and administration.

His professionalism and commitment to municipalities exemplify outstanding leadership in local government.

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Your Dad? He’s a good egg.

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Kate MacQuarrie

In celebration of Island flora, biologist Kate MacQuarrie will be sharing her love of plants at Macphail Woods on June 4. Kate will walk the nature trails of the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell, starting at 10 am at the nursery. She will point out common and uncommon species of flowering and non-flowering plants.

Wildflowers, ferns, club mosses, shrubs—all these and more will be part of the discussion and identification.

For many years, Kate has travelled different types of habitats across the Island looking for both rare and common plants. In her work with the Island Nature Trust and now as Director of the Forests, Fish and

Annual Lady Slipper Walk PEI’s floral emblem, the lady slipper, blooms in June. The Tracadie Good Neighbourly Club invites those who are interested to join them in finding this precious orchid. On June 26, meet at the Tracadie Community Centre, 148 Station Road at 2 pm. The group will walk along the Confederation Trail then into the woods where the lady slippers grow. They view and photograph the orchid but leave them in the ground. Open to all. No charge.

Info: 330-2248

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Wildlife Division of the Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action, she has studied dune systems, old growth forests, and everything in between. This field work has given her an intimate knowledge of both native and non-native plants.

This walk will be an excellent opportunity to learn about woodland flowers such as bunchberry and nodding trillium, as well as rarer wildflowers and ferns. There is no charge for the walk and no registration is necessary.

Participants are advised to bring good walking shoes, clothing appropriate to the weather conditions, and bug protection. For more information, call 651-2575, or visit macphailwoods.org.

June 4 is also the last day of sales for the Macphail Woods native plant nursery, but potted plants are available during the week throughout the summer. Call before making the trip to ensure that someone is around. The trails and the native plant arboretum are always great places to wander.

This event is just one of the many nature and forestrelated walks and workshops sponsored by the Environmental Coalition of PEI throughout the year.

Fern & Lady Slipper Walk The Pisquid River Enhancement Project and the Hillsborough River Association are hosting an educational Fern & Lady Slipper Walk led

by Forests, Fish & Wildlife director Kate MacQuarrie on June 23 from 6–7:30 pm at the Dromore Woodland Trails. Wander through the forest and learn about the variety of ferns that can be found on the Island. Ferns will be the main topic, but many other woodland plants will also be observed throughout, particularly lady slippers.

Participants must register in advance at pisquidwatershed@gmail.com and meet at the Dromore Woodland Trails South Trailhead, located at 46.283820, -62.818098 on the High Bridge Road in Dromore (search via Google Maps).

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The Nature of PEI

by Gary Schneider

Our native clematis

Yet few of us have had the pleasure of meeting our native clematis (Clematis virginiana). This vine goes by the common name of Virgin’s bower. I was introduced to it many years ago on a trip up west to the O’Leary area. The watershed coordinator for that area was Dave Biggar, who though he has since passed away, remains a legend in the field of watershed enhancement. Dave showed me some clematis running through a regenerating forest and allowed me to take some cuttings.

There are hundreds of trees, shrubs, wildflowers and ferns native to this province, but very few vines. I was intrigued to learn more about these plants and to understand how they could be used in our restoration work.

Then I discovered how beautiful they are, and they’ve been a favourite ever since.

Instead of being large and colourful, the Virgin’s bower flowers are much more subtle. As with many things, you need to look a bit closer to appreciate their beauty. The vine, which grows up to six metres (20 feet), produces clusters of pure white flowers that are about two centimetres (3/4 inch) across. The contrast of the bright white flowers against the deep green foliage makes this plant a visual standout.

The flowers are only one part of this vine’s attraction. The flowers turn into a very interesting cluster of feathery seeds in the autumn, while at the same time, the foliage turns purple, fitting in very well with other colourful species such as white ash.

Virgin’s bower is a plant of open woodlands, or the edges of a forest. It helps diversify the forest strata, which is always important if you are trying to

COURTESY MACPHAIL WOODS

Prince Edward Island has a wonderful mix of native plants. One of my favourites is our native clematis, which will start flowering in late June and early July. Most of us are familiar with the domesticated, non-native clematis commonly sold in garden centres. They tend to be very colourful with large, showy flowers. They come in a multitude of colours, everything from pink and purple to white and yellow.

Great plants, no question.

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create good wildlife habitat. There are so many forests that lack diversity both in species and in the layers of plants.

And it means that so many of our native faunal species have nowhere to take cover. Native clematis helps solves these problems and is beautiful to boot.

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At Macphail Woods, we use native clematis when we want to add diversity to the restoration patch cuts we make in stands of old field white spruce. In landscaping, it can be used whenever you need a plant to climb an arbour or a pole. On one of our native plant landscaping sites this year, we will be using it to soften the look of some bird and bat boxes we are installing.

Clematis is a very easy plant to grow if you put it in the right place that has a bit of shade and good, rich soil.

It also needs something to climb on to be in its full glory, though it will sprawl across a garden bed if given the opportunity.

Ready to Go Steady?

Like most vines, clematis grows well from cuttings. These can be made during the winter (hardwood cuttings) or the summer (softwood cuttings).

Despite our success with cuttings, we now grow all our clematis from seed. It is easy to collect and germinates quite readily, producing hundreds of plants with little fuss.

All in all, another native plant worth getting to know.

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NATURE

Passport to Nature

Caring for Fruit Trees

Caring for Fruit Trees for the Backyard Grower featuring presenters from the PEI Tree Fruit Growers Association will take place May 30 at 6:30 pm at Milton Community Hall. Pre-register at 368-3090 or admin@miltonvalepark.com. Funded in part by the New Horizons for Seniors Program. 7 New Glasgow Road Rte 224, North Milton

Gardening for kids

The City of Charlottetown is offering a free gardening workshop for kids on June 4 from 10 am–12 noon at Orlebar Park and Victoria Park in Charlottetown.

Kids ages 6–10 are invited to learn about growing food and plants in small spaces such as balconies and containers.

Participants will help plant four community vegetable planters as well as their own vegetable container garden to take home. The workshop is delivered in partnership with The Burly Farmer and the City of Charlottetown’s Environment and Sustainability Dept. Registration is required as space is limited. Participants will have the opportunity to select their preferred location based on availability. To register, visit charlottetown.ca/ environment_sustainability/food/ gardening_workshops.

Nature PEI Meeting

Nature PEI’s next monthly meeting will be held at 7:30 pm on June 7 at Beaconsfield’s Carriage House in Charlottetown. Visual artist Brenda Whiteway will be the guest speaker. The passage of time, transitions in nature and shifting patterns of life have been recurrent themes in Whiteway’s creative work. The Shifting Sands/Sea Change Project is a further exploration of these themes through paintings, drawings, photographs and mixed media of a small coastal area in South Eastern PEI, which has personal significance but resonates on a universal scale. The site originally belonged to her maternal grandparents who had a subsistence farm and fished off the Northumberland Strait close to Pictou Island. Whiteway has been observing, recording and researching the area’s weather patterns, light, tidal shifts, flora and fauna, history and cultural ecology. Everyone is welcome.

Tree giveaways

Join the Cornwall and Area Watershed Group on June 11 from 8:30 am–1 pm to pick up garbage around Hyde Creek and receive a native tree. Trash bags will be provided but it is recommended to bring gloves, boots and sunscreen. Meet at the Community Gardens in Cornwall, just off Macarthur Drive. On July 1, folks can grab a native tree to celebrate Canada Day from 11:30 am–2:30 pm at 413 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Milton Station. Tree giveaways are hosted by the Cornwall and Area Watershed Group. Info: cornwall_ watershed@yahoo.ca

Reconnect with Island nature this summer with Island Nature Trust (INT). The Passport to Nature is back in full swing with a series of adventure and learning events, hosted by knowledgeable conservationists in the beautiful Natural Areas or spaces of ecological importance across PEI. In the last few years, INT’s outreach focus has moved to immersive nature education and experiential activities for the public. Their strategy is that knowledge is retained more effectively when people are immersed and using all of their senses in the learning experience.

INT hopes that the messages children, youth and adults receive through their programs will carry with them for the rest of their lives: “If you don’t love it, you won’t protect it. It is through a deep connection to nature that conservation begins.” The Passport to Nature is a booklet containing information on a series of events INT has organized throughout the year to help Islanders and visitors alike experience and learn more about PEI’s protected places. Upcoming events include the Iris Forest Walk (Jun 19); Paddling the Percival River (Jul 18); Walk to St Peter’s Island (Aug 9); Medicine Walk (Sep 14); Mushroom Walk & Talk (Oct 1); and Trivia Night for Nature Nerds (Nov 3). New events will be added to the Passport To Nature series throughout the year. Visit islandnaturetrust.ca/passport-to-nature or follow on social media to learn more and register. For any questions regarding the series of Passport To Nature activities, email Engagement & Outreach Coordinator Johanna Merth at jmerth@ islandnaturetrust.ca or 892-7513.

Nature education programs

The City of Charlottetown is hosting a series of free, family-friendly eco activities in Victoria Park this summer.

The nature education programs are an opportunity for residents to get outside and get active. Programs include: Guided Nature Walks, a 30-minute lunchtime nature walk on Tuesdays and Thursdays in June and July from 12:15–12:45 pm; a Self-Guided Nature Walk, explore the arboretum and native plant garden tour at any time; Eco Activities for Kids, pick up kid-friendly eco activity supplies at the Clubhouse from Monday–Friday, June–August, 8 am–3:15 pm; and Group Nature Programs, sign up for staff-led group programs on wildlife and plants for youth and children on Mondays and Wednesdays from June-August (registration is required by email to childreninnature@charlottetown.ca). The nature education programs are delivered by the City of Charlottetown’s Parks and Rec Dept with support from the Environment and Sustainability Dept. Info: charlottetown.ca/natureed

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by JoDee Samuelson

Green world

It’s above freezing at night! There’s no time to lose! Out with the shorts, t-shirts, lawn chairs, picnic baskets, wide brimmed hats, sandals, sunscreen, trowels, badminton net, hammock, whirligigs—how did we get so much stuff?—you know how you check into a motel and unpack your suitcase and suddenly the room looks like there’s been an explosion? That’s how it feels right now as we stretch, expand, spread out, take over our individual corners of the world.

I say no time to lose, but ideally we should just relax and enjoy the ride. (If only there wasn’t so much to do.)

Here in the Cove we’re getting ready for another Perennial Sale, and this involves thinning out irises and day lilies, forget-me-nots and Johnnyjump-ups, and sticking them in pots instead of tossing them in the compost.

Then one sunny morning in June, with the mist rising and the water lapping gently at the capes, we will gather at the park and do our part in beautifying the Island.

Not that the natural landscape isn’t beautiful on its own. Oh the vistas, and the greens, the greens! As an artist I feel inadequate, even helpless, to capture the greens that surround me.

From neon green maple leaflets to emerald spruce buds to olive-green ground phlox to… can paint capture any of this? Leaves live, breathe and dance in light – and there are so many of them!—while paint is, well, paint.

That hasn’t stopped artists from making paint and putting it on walls of caves and cathedrals. The green used by Egyptian artists was ground malachite (a copper-rich stone), while Romans and Greeks painted with “verdigris” (hydrated copper acetate), a dull green pigment prepared by soaking copper plate in wine and scraping

off the patina. Something called “green earth” (crushed glauconite and celadonite) was also around.

Then in the 1800s a bright green color named Scheele’s Green became wildly popular. When too many people died from breathing the fumes of this cheerful copper-arsenic concoction, Scheele’s Green was taken off the market.

Today we have Hooker’s Green, a blend of aluminum, chlorine, bromine, cadmium, copper and carbon, named after the obsessive English botanist William Hooker who collected more than a million species of dried plants, and loved painting so much that he formulated his own green specifically for leaves.

We also have: • Chromium oxide green—pale “willow green” • Cobalt green (cobalt and zinc oxide)—bright green • Phthalo green (chlorinated copper phthalocyanine)—intense blue-green • Sap green (unripe buckthorn berries)—pale, semi-transparent • Viridian (heated chromium hydroxide)—blue-green, popular with Impressionists Often I create green by mixing the blues and yellows used in my painting.

I’m rarely satisfied. I just shrug and say, try again. That’s all I can do. (Even the robin whose pastel blue eggshells were scattered under the tree this morning resignedly sighed and said, try again.)

This green world changes from day to day, made even more glorious by contrast with our magnificent red soil.

I’d love to paint something today, but the garden awaits and there are some burning bushes that need transplanting… into pots for the Perennial Sale of course.

River Days Riverbank Heritage Day

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The second Sunday of June was proclaimed as a national day for all Canadians to celebrate the vital role rivers play in our lives. Thus, on June 12, the Hillsborough River Association (HRA) invites everyone to celebrate their favourite Island river on Canadian Rivers Day. This day is a wonderful opportunity for watershed residents to enjoy the spectacular panorama and history of the

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Hillsborough, the first river designated as a Canadian Heritage River on PEI and the 17th designated as a Canadian Heritage River. Some of the activities that community members could contribute to the conservation of the Hillsborough’s history and environment include: enhancing wildlife by planting native trees or shrubs for wildlife cover or food plants; sharing knowledge of family history or researching some of its history; or cleaning up and properly disposing waste materials along a section of the river. To see the progress that is being made on the Hillsborough, contact HRA at pisquidwatershed@gmail.com and ask for the latest issue of the Hillsborough Tidings newsletter, or follow on FB @ HRA-Watershed-Management

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June 19 | Youth Legacy

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June 24 | Rose Cousins

with Atlantic String Machine

June 18th 1pm–3pm You’re invited to the 27th Season Open House at Historic St. Mary’s Music by Duelling Pianos Craig Fair & Ben Aitken, drinks and snacks in the pavilion, and a kick-off for a season of great music and community events!

Tickets available at underthespire.ca | 902-836-3733 | music@underthespire.ca

June 26 | Stick & Bow July 8

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Based on the original screenplay The Grand Seduction by Ken Scott

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ALL SHOWS START AT 7:30PM *except where otherwise indicated ALL SHOWS START AT 7:30PM *except where otherwise indicated

Runs Family Tunesin& & the Tales Tunes Tales

Irish Mythen • Catherine MacLellan • Martha Chaves • Tzu-Cheng Wang Jake Charron • Troy MacGillivray • Colin Grant • Jason Roach • Julie Pellissier-Lush Irish Catherine MacLellan MarthaArsenault Chaves • Tzu-Cheng Wang HaileeMythen & Ward• MacDonald • Jonny &•Louise Jake Charron LeBlanc, • Troy MacGillivray • Colin& Grant Jason Roach • Julie Pellissier-Lush Emmanuelle Phillipe LeBlanc Pascal• Miousse Hailee & Ward MacDonald • Jonny & Louise Arsenault Tanya Davis Davis ••LeBlanc, Martha Phillipe Chaves LeBlanc Lovely &Nelly Nelly Jake Charron & & Troy Troy MacGillivray MacGillivray Tanya Martha Chaves •• Lovely •• Jake Charron Emmanuelle Pascal Miousse

Tunes & Tales Boots & & Heart Heart Strings Strings Boots

Tanya Chaves • Lovely Nelly • Jake Charron Troy MacGillivray ShawnDavis Hogan• ••Martha Lawrence Maxwell The Family Band Inn & Echo Shawn Hogan Lawrence Maxwell && The Family Band •• Inn Echo

Linkletter Community Stompin Tom Tom Centre Centre Stompin Centre

Linkletter Skinners Pond Pond Skinners

$30 $30 $30

Boots & Heart Strings Late Night Night Afterparty Late Afterparty

Shawn Lawrence Maxwell & The performers Family Bandfrom • Inn 10PM --Hogan Late •night night afterparty featuring theEcho Festival of of Small Small Halls Halls 10PM AA Late afterparty featuring performers from the Festival

Stompin Centre Lone Oak OakTom Brewing Co. Lone Brewing Co.

$30 $10 $10

Late NightThe Afterparty All About About Strings All The Strings

10PM - AString Late night afterparty featuring the Sutherland Festival of Small Atlantic Machine Brielle Ansemsperformers Nomad --from The Tre Tre Trio Halls Atlantic String Machine ftft Brielle Ansems •• Nomad The Sutherland Trio

Lone Oak Brewing Watermark TheatreCo. Watermark Theatre

Borden- Pond Skinners BordenCarleton Carleton BordenNorth Rustico Rustico Carleton North

All About TheBig Strings Small Town, Home Small Town, Big Home

Atlantic String Machine ft Brielle Ansems • Nomad•-Adrian The TreSutherland Sutherland Trio Martha Chaves • Gary Evans • The New Customs Martha Chaves • Gary Evans • The New Customs • Adrian Sutherland

Watermark Theatre Centre Tracadie Community Tracadie Community Centre

North Rustico Tracadie Cross Tracadie Cross

$30 $25 $25

Small Big Home Rockin’Town, n Reelin’ Rockin’ n Reelin’

Martha Gary Evans New Customs AdrianSutherland Sutherland RichardChaves Wood ••Nomad - The •TreThe Sutherland Trio ••Adrian Richard Wood • Nomad - The Tre Sutherland Trio • Adrian Sutherland

Tracadie Community Stanley Bridge Hall Centre Stanley Bridge Hall

Tracadie Cross Stanley Bridge Stanley Bridge

$25 $30 $30

MONDAY, JUNE 13 MONDAY, JUNE 13

Rockin’ Reelin’& Bows Origins -n Blues Origins - Blues & Bows

Richard Wood •& Nomad - The Tre Sutherland • Adrian Sutherland Morgan Toney Keith Mullins • Morgan DavisTrio • Tanya Davis Morgan Toney & Keith Mullins • Morgan Davis • Tanya Davis

Stanley Bridge Murray Harbour Murray Harbour

$30 $25 $25

MONDAY, JUNE 13

Origins & Bows Songs on- Blues the Shore Songs on the Shore

Morgan Toney &• Keith Mullins • Morgan • Tanya Scott Parsons The New Customs • LucyDavis Farrell • GaryDavis Evans Scott Parsons • The New Customs • Lucy Farrell • Gary Evans

Murray Harbour Community Stanley Bridge Hall Murray Harbour Community Centre Centre Murray Harbour Community Souris Show Hall Centre Souris Show Hall

Murray Souris Harbour Souris

$25 $25 $25

Songs the Shore A Tale on of Two Islands A Tale of Two Islands

Scott Parsons • The New&Customs • Lucy•Farrell • Gary EvansArsenault Gadelle • Morgan Toney Keith Mullins Storyteller Georges Gadelle • Morgan Toney & Keith Mullins • Storyteller Georges Arsenault

Souris Orwell Orwell

$25 $30 $30

ABoys TaleNight of TwoOut Islands - Song Circle Boys Night Out - Song Circle

Gadelle • Morgan Toney Pendergast & Keith Mullins • Storyteller Logan Richard • Shane • Scott Parsons •Georges MorganArsenault Davis Logan Richard • Shane Pendergast • Scott Parsons • Morgan Davis

Orwell New London New London

$30 $30 $30

Boys Out - Song Circle Riffs Night n Reels Riffs n Reels

Logan Shane MacKeeman Pendergast •and Scott Morgan Davis MorganRichard Davis ••Gordie HisParsons Rhythm •Boys Morgan Davis • Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys

New London Kingsboro Kingsboro

$30 $30 $30

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15

Riffs Reels Tunesnon the Dunes Tunes on the Dunes

Kingsboro West Covehead West Covehead

$30 $25 $25

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15

Tunes Dunes A Nightontothe Remember A Night to Remember

North Community O’LearyShore United Church Centre O’Leary United Church

West Covehead O’Leary O’Leary

$25 $30 $30

O’Leary United Church Celtic Performing Arts Centre Celtic Performing Arts Centre Celtic Performing Arts Centre Carrefour De L’Isle-Saint-Jean

O’Leary Summerside Summerside Summerside Charlottetown

$30 $30 $30 $30 $25

Royale Musicale East Coast Music Hour Live Royale Musicale with Coast Bill Roach East Music Hour Live with Bill Roach East Coast Music Hour Live Late Bill Night Afterparty with Roach Late Night Afterparty Late Night Afterparty A Milton Mixer

Morgan • Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys Hauler •Davis Dennis Ellsworth • Ava & Lily Hauler • Dennis Ellsworth • Ava & Lily STRUM••Dennis Meaghan Blanchard • Shane Hauler Ellsworth • Ava & Lily Pendergast & Andy Doucette STRUM Meaghan Blanchard Morgan•Toney & Keith Mullins • Shane Pendergast & Andy Doucette Morgan Toney & Keith Mullins • Shane Pendergast & Andy Doucette STRUM Meaghan Blanchard Morgan•Toney/Joce Reyome • Tim Chaisson/Tara MacLean • Rachel Beck/Pepeto Pinto Morgan Toney & Keith Mullins Morgan Reyome Tim Chaisson/Tara MacLean • Rachel Beck/Pepeto Pinto Opener: Toney/Joce Hauler • Host: Matt•Rainnie Opener: Toney/Joce Hauler • Host: Matt•Rainnie Morgan Reyome Tim Chaisson/Tara MacLean • Rachel Beck/Pepeto Pinto Les RoyalHauler Pickles • Tzu-Cheng Wang • Jacques Arsenault • Storyteller Georges Arsenault Opener: • Host: Matt Rainnie Les Royal Pickles • Tzu-Cheng Wang • Jacques Arsenault • Storyteller Georges Arsenault Morgan • Tim Chaisson/Tara MacLean •• Storyteller Rachel Beck/Pepeto Pinto Les RoyalToney/Joce Pickles • Reyome Tzu-Cheng Wang • Jacques Arsenault Georges Arsenault Opener: Toney/Joce Les FirefliesReyome • Tim Chaisson/Tara MacLean • Rachel Beck/Pepeto Pinto Morgan Opener: Toney/Joce Les FirefliesReyome • Tim Chaisson/Tara MacLean • Rachel Beck/Pepeto Pinto Morgan 10PM - ALes Late night afterparty featuring performers from the Festival of Small Halls Opener: Fireflies 10PM - A Late night afterparty featuring performers from the Festival of Small Halls 10PM - A Late• night afterparty fromspecial the Festival Small Halls The Fretless Sechile Sedare ft.featuring Leela & performers Jay Gilday with guestofLucy Farrell

Orwell Show CornerHall Community Souris Orwell Centre Corner Community Centre Orwell CornerCommunity Community New London New London Community Centre Complex Complex New London Eastern KingsCommunity Community Complex Eastern Centre Kings Community Centre Eastern Kings Community North Shore Community Centre Centre North Shore Community Centre

Carrefour De L’Isle-Saint-Jean Carrefour De L’Isle-Saint-Jean Zion Presbyterian

Charlottetown Charlottetown Charlottetown

$25 $25 $35

Zion Presbyterian Zion Presbyterian Old Triangle Irish Alehouse

Charlottetown Charlottetown Charlottetown

$35 $35 $10

Old Triangle Irish Alehouse Old Triangle Irish Alehouse Milton Community Hall

Charlottetown Charlottetown North Milton

$10 $10 $30

A Milton Mixer AKeep Milton Mixer Calm and Swing On!

The Fretless • Sechile Sedare ft. Leela & Jay Gilday with special guest Lucy Farrell The Fretless • Sechile Sedare ft. Leela & Jay Gilday with special guest Lucy Farrell Inn Echo • Les Royal Pickles

Milton Community Hall Milton Community HallChurch St John’s Presbyterian

North Milton North BelfastMilton

$30 $30 $25

Keep Calm and Swing On! Keep Calm and Girls Night Out Swing On!

Inn Echo • Les Royal Pickles Inn • Les Pickles The Echo Lumber JillsRoyal • Moira & Claire • Host: Julie Pellissier-Lush

St John’s Presbyterian Church St John’sPlace Presbyterian Church Kinkora

Belfast Belfast Kinkora

$25 $25 $25

Girls Night Out Tune Night Room Out Presents: Girls Trad Workshops Tune Room Presents: Tune Room Trad Tune Workshops Room Presents: Presents: Trad Workshops Instructors Concert Tune Room Presents: Tune Room Presents: Instructors Concert Late Night Afterparty Instructors Concert

The Lumber Jills • Moira & Claire • Host: Julie Pellissier-Lush The Jills • Moira & Claire • Host: Julie Pellissier-Lush 1PMLumber - Tim Chaisson • Jake Charron • Emmanuelle LeBlanc • Pascal Miousse • Lucy Farrrell

Kinkora Place Kinkora TrailsidePlace Music Hall

Kinkora Kinkora Charlottetown

$25 $25 $TBD

1PM - Tim Chaisson • Jake Charron • Emmanuelle LeBlanc • Pascal Miousse • Lucy Farrrell 1PM 8PM--Tim TimChaisson Chaisson••Jake JakeCharron Charron••Emmanuelle EmmanuelleLeBlanc LeBlanc••Pascal PascalMiousse Miousse••Lucy LucyFarrrell Farrrell

Trailside Music Hall Trailside Trailside Music Music Hall Hall

Charlottetown Charlottetown Charlottetown

$TBD $TBD $TBD

8PM - Tim Chaisson • Jake Charron • Emmanuelle LeBlanc • Pascal Miousse • Lucy Farrrell 8PM --Tim Chaisson • Jake Charron • Emmanuelle Pascal Miousse Lucy Farrrell 10PM A Late night afterparty featuring performersLeBlanc from the•Festival of Small •Halls

Trailside Music Hall Trailside Trailside Music Music Hall Hall

Charlottetown Charlottetown Charlottetown

$TBD $TBD $TBD

10PM - A Late night afterparty featuring performers from the Festival of Small Halls 3PM - -Lennie • Patrick featuring Ledwell •performers Hubert Francis Mi’kmaq Confederacy 10PM A LateGallant night afterparty fromand the The Festival of Small Halls of PEI The Fretless • Sechile Sedare ft. Leela & Jay Gilday 3PM - Lennie Gallant • Patrick Ledwell • Hubert Francis and The Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI 3PM -- Lennie •Sedare Patrick Hubert Francis TheofMi’kmaq Confederacy PEI 6PMFretless raise a•Gallant glass with artists and to celebrate theand close The Festival of Small ofHalls.

The Sechile ft.Ledwell Leelacrew &•Jay Gilday The FretlessTBA • Sechile Sedare ft. Leela & Jay Gilday Performers 6PM - raise a glass with artists and crew to celebrate the close of The Festival of Small Halls.

6PM - raise a glass with artists and crew to celebrate the close of The Festival of Small Halls.

Performers TBA Performers TBA

Trailside Music Hall Trailside Music Hall Kings Playhouse

Charlottetown Charlottetown Georgetown

$TBD $TBD $45

Kings Playhouse Kings CopperPlayhouse Bottom Brewery

Georgetown Georgetown Montague

$45 $45 $10

Copper Bottom Brewery Copper Bottom Brewery

Montague Montague

$10 $10

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

Shakin’ The Shingles

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

Shakin’ Shingles Runs in The the Family

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AUnited NightBy to Song Remember United By Song United Song Royale By Musicale

Late Night Afterparty Late NightFit Afterparty A Closing for Kings SUNDAY, JUNE 19

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Charlottetown Festival 2022 productions celebrate Atlantic Canada

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Alan Doyle stars in the musical producion Tell Tale Harbour

The 2022 Charlottetown Festival at Confederation Centre of the Arts includes productions across the Centre’s three venues—Tell Tale Harbour, Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™, Betty’s Song, and Hey Viola!

“This Festival will be a celebration of our region, and the people who help to define what it means to be from Atlantic Canada,” explains Adam Brazier, artistic director of performing arts at the Centre. “There is a common thread of East Coast resilience and community woven throughout every show this summer.”

Tell Tale Harbour will kick off The Charlottetown Festival with preview performances starting June 14. The musical tells the story of a struggling Atlantic fishing village looking for a miracle. An opportunity arises to bring a state-of-the-art frozen french fry facility to town, but there’s just one major obstacle; to secure the factory, the harbour must have a full-time resident doctor. Realizing this might be their last chance to save their beloved community, the townspeople come together to charm an interim doctor into moving there permanently.

Co-written by and starring Alan Doyle, this new musical is hilarious, heartfelt, and full of East Coast pride.

After a two-year hiatus, Anne of Green Gables–The Musical™ also returns to the mainstage with preview performances starting June 18. This family musical tells the poignant and funny story of a freckle-faced, red-haired orphan named Anne Shirley. Featuring a new cast, this Canadian classic is a humorous, touching, and truly athletic musical that will inspire the imagination, tickle the funny bone, and mesmerize

the audience with its graceful and exhilarating singing and dancing.

Tickets for all performances are on sale now and can be purchased online at confederationcentre.com, via phone at 1-800-565-0278, or in person at the Centre’s box office.

Ryan Doucette Stand-up at Trailside—June 27

Ryan Doucette is an Acadian actor, stand-up comedian and screenwriter from Clare, Nova Scotia. He will perform at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown on June 27 at 8 pm.

Doors at 6:30 pm.

Winner of the 2020 Creative Nova Scotia Awards “Prix Grand-Pré,” Doucette is best known for hosting and writing “Le sens du punch” (Unis TV).

As a standup, Doucette has played for crowds in Los Angeles, Toronto, Montreal, Edmonton, Halifax and more. He has been featured in the 2018 Winnipeg Comedy Festival, the 2019 Festival RIEN, Minifest’s 2019 Cecitte c’t’un spectacle acadien, 2019’s “Un rire à l’autre”where he received a standing ovation, and the 2020 Hubcap Comedy Festival. trailside.ca

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Watermark Theatre

Two productions SUBMITTED

Cast announced for Educating Rita and The Drawer Boy

(l-r): Martha Irving, Naomi Ngebulana, and Réjean Cournoyer

Watermark has announced the cast and creative teams working on Educating Rita by Willy Russell and The Drawer Boy by Michael Healey, both playing at the theatre in North Rustico this summer.

Educating Rita July 12–30 Educating Rita is a warm, funny, intelligent play about relationships, connections, and freedom. The story follows Rita, a married hairstylist who decides to go back to school to broaden her horizons. She enrolls in university and finds herself assigned to Frank, a jaded professor courting alcohol to navigate life and divorce.

Directed by Martha Irving, Educating Rita will star Naomi Ngebulana as Rita and Réjean Cournoyer as Frank. Production designers are Wes Babcock (set), Dorrie Deutschendorf (lights), Vickie Marston (costumes), and Pat Caron (sound).

Director, actor, narrator and producer, Martha Irving grew up on PEI, studied at The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art in England, and co-founded LunaSea Theatre in Halifax, NS. Among her many credits, Martha directed Anne & Gilbert, The Musical at Harbourfront in Summerside, The Guild in Charlottetown, and at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa.

Naomi Ngebulana is currently based in Toronto, ON. She got her start in community shows in Calgary, AB then moved to Toronto “for the culture,” eventually ending up in England, where she graduated with an MFA from the Guildford School of Acting in 2020. The role of Rita is her professional debut.

Réjean Cournoyer grew up in Nova Scotia, PEI and Québec has worked on theatre productions locally, nationally, and internationally, including The Charlottetown Festival productions of Evangeline and Anne of Green Gables— The Musical™.

The Drawer Boy August 9–September 3 The Drawer Boy depicts the story of a young actor from the big city who moves in with two farmers to gather stories about rural life. The farmers’ lives are irrevocably altered when art attempts to imitate life and the line between truth and fiction is crossed.

Hilarious, surprising, and moving.

Directed by Mary Vingoe, The Drawer Boy will star Rahul Gandhi, Wally MacKinnon and Paul Rainville.

Production designers are Wes Babcock (set), Rebecca Miller (lights), Julia Kim (costumes), and Pat Caron (sound).

Mary Vingoe has directed at theatres across the country including the National Arts Centre, Tarragon Theatre, The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Prairie Theatre Exchange, Alberta Theatre Projects and Neptune Theatre. In 2011, she was made an Officer of the Order of Canada for her contribution to Canadian theatre.

Rahul Gandhi is a bilingual actor, director, creator and producer from Montreal. Though his heart lies on stage, he wears a variety of hats in and around theatre, film, television, and arts administration. He recently appeared in Kitbag Theatre’s production of Lungs at Watermark.

Wally MacKinnon is an actor who has been performing for audiences for over 30 years, appearing in theatre, film and television productions.

Paul Rainville has worked in theatres across the country.

Visit ticketwizard.ca or call the box office at 963-3963 for tickets. watermarktheatre.com

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Four theatre productions on stage throughout the summer The 2022 Victoria Playhouse Festival will welcome patrons back to the theatre in Victoria-by-the-sea this summer with two theatre productions.

Beyond the Sea will be performed June 30–September 4. Open Casket Open Mic will play July 7–August 31.

In Beyond the Sea, on a pier in a small town, a pair of strangers begin a conversation that will change the destiny of two lost souls.

Theo is waiting for a date who is well past overdue and Gwen is manning the ticket booth for the Ghost Tour that promises a vision of the mournful Woman in White. Theo and Gwen explore love, loss, and the importance of looking forward. With humour and heart, they show us that no one is perfect… and in the end, that may be our greatest strength. Written

by Kristen Da Silva, Beyond the Sea is a story about the importance of human connection told with wit and empathy through two unforgettable characters.

What happens when a funeral home tries to make some extra cash by hosting an Open Mic in its spare room?

Absolute mayhem!

In Open Casket Open Mic, Great

Aunt Doonie’s life is being celebrated tonight and her family is furious that the power ballads are drowning out her eulogy. Our Open Mic Host is also the funeral director; dealing with wacky musical folks and mourners’ meltdowns is quickly driving him batty. Things ramp up even further when an amateur medium finally graduates to professional, as spirits from the “other side” suddenly appear amidst the pandemonium.

They’re here to get this party started… amongst other unfinished business.

Open Casket Open Mic is a wild, musical adventure at the place where the living and the dead meet—a funeral home. It was written by Lindsay Kyte and Terra Spencer Victoria Playhouse’s theatre schedule will continue in September with two more productions. Overnight Sensations, written and performed by Deborah Kimmett will run September 7–11. The Wonder of it All by Mark Weatherley will be on stage September 14–18.

Visit victoriaplayhouse.ticketpro. ca for showtimes and tickets or call the Box Office at 1-800-925-2025. victoriaplayhouse.com

JULY 27 - 31 This year we welcome artists from PEI and across Canada!

The Island Fringe Festival offers artists unconventional venues for their unconventional performances as audiences celebrate independent and alternative theatre and performance in downtown Charlottetown.

Dance, comedy, drama… nuggets, pomegranates, and McDonald’s... these Fringe shows will leave you hungry for more!

To learn more about The Island Fringe Festival or to find the complete schedule, visit www.islandfringe.com

Leaping back on stage The full cast of Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™

LOUISE VESSEY

Theatre by the sea

The Charlottetown Festival

Some of the Cast of Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™ 2018

Prince Edward Islands’s iconic redhead is back with a talented cast of performers from across Canada. Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™ at The Charlottetown Festival will return to the mainstage at Confederation Centre of the Arts in June.

The Centre previously announced that the titular role will be played by Kelsey Verzotti, a Toronto-based performer who has entertained audiences across the country. Anne’s best friend and kindred spirit, Diana Barry, will be performed by Emma Rudy, who returns after playing the lead role in the Festival’s 2019 production.

The ensemble features a mixture of Festival alumni and fresh faces.

Laurie Murdoch and Islander Marlane O’Brien will play reluctant adopters Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, with Justin Eddy as foe turned friend Gilbert Blythe.

Other Islanders in the cast include Cameron MacDuffee, Charlotte Moore, Kristen Pottle, and Charlottetown’s Nadia Haddad, who will make her mainstage debut.

Ten Island youth have also been cast as the children of Avonlea: Cole Brioux, Blaire Dudley, Nathan Dudley, Paige Dudley, Katie Grandy, Brielle Hunter, Adia Laureijs, James Morum, Hanaye Ono, and Zoe White.

Several Festival alumni are set to make their return, including Stephen Guy-McGrath, Alana Hibbert, Jacob MacInnis, Laurie Murdoch, Jamie Murray, and Nicole Norsworthy.

Other cast members making their Festival debut include Michelle Bardach, Jahlen Barnes, Alexander Batycki, Lyndsey Britten, Justin Eddy, Taran Kim, Tama Martin, Trevor Patt, Shakeil Rollock, Brian Ross, Stéphanie Visconti, Marquita Walsh, and Alison Woolridge.

The musical will be directed by Adam Brazier, the Centre’s artistic director of performing arts. “We are so excited to bring the Island’s most beloved orphan back to the stage,” he says. “This talented ensemble will breathe new life into this classic show while honouring the cultural and historic importance of the piece.”

Previews start June 18, with opening night slated for June 25. The production will run until September 3. confederationcentre.com

Side Hustle Live improv comedy shows Side Hustle, one of The Guild’s new resident improv troupes, will bring live comedy throughout the summer season with upcoming shows June 10, July 9, August 11 and September 9.

The troupe is at it again in a new show bound to keep the audience coming back for more (there’s a bar!). Join the cast as they deliver made-up-onthe-spot funny and explore the world of finding love in the modern world in their own hilariously improvised take on reality show dating. Find out who falls for who (hopefully without breaking anything), who makes a run for it and if true love is possible in 80 minutes or less.

The all-women PEI improv comedy company includes Kirstin Lund, Patti Larsen, Caron Prins, Nancy McLure, Monica Rafuse, Sarah Brown, Jill Chandler and Doris Jenkins.

Tickets are available now at theguildpei.com. The Guild is located at 111 Queen St, Charlottetown.

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Summer at Harbourfront A bit of everything this season in Summerside THE GUILD

With a mix of hand-picked presentations in their Harbourfront Presents series, and a string of popular touring acts renting their stage, Harbourfront Theatre in Summerside has a bit of everything on the calendar this summer.

JULY 30 & AUGUST 7 8:00PM

AUGUST 19 TO SEPTEMBER 4 7:30PM

TALES FROM ISLAND BOY PUBLIC JOURNAL

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Harbourfront Presents will feature three selections throughout July and August. On July 23, actor Melody A. Johnston will star in Person of Interest, a one-woman comedy about a good, law-abiding citizen who hopes to volunteer in her community. When she applies for a police background check, she discovers Actor, writer and Second City alumna Melody A. Johnson she has a record, courtesy of visits Harbourfront Theatre in Person of Interest. the neighbours. And now she is considered a Person of Interest. incorporates the skill of little ones to adults from all over PEI. Two Island musical groups, The Ellis Family Band and Fiddlers’ Sons, will VaughnCo Entertainment returns return to Harbourfront August 17 to Summerside with two shows this with a double bill. The Ellis Family summer. After being rescheduled from Band has three albums, over 20 singles May 2020, ABBA Revisited finally takes released, and multiple JUNO and the stage on June 11. On August 30 at CCMA award nominations to their 7:30 pm, Las Vegas headliner Jay White credit. Fiddlers’ Sons have delighted stars in North America’s #1 Tribute Island audiences since 1997 with their to Neil Diamond. His eight-year run signature Celtic and traditional roots headlining on the Las Vegas strip is the sound, garnering a string of Music PEI longest ever by a solo tribute artist. awards.

The Elvis Summer Festival, starring On August 29, Harbourfront welThane Dunn, will be on stage August comes the premiere appearance in 27 at 7:30 pm. The two-time World Summerside Rhonda Vincent and Champion Elvis tribute artist promises her band, The Rage. Crowned as to transport the audience back five “the new queen of bluegrass” by decades and recreate the magic of the the Wall Street Journal, Vincent is a August 1972 Elvis Summer Festival at seven-time Grammy nominee, winthe Las Vegas Hilton. ning the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album in 2017. In 2020, harbourfronttheatre.com she was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry, where she appears regularly, performing country, gospel and bluegrass favourites to Nashville audiences.

SUMMER FESTIVAL

An entertaining line-up of community and touring rentals will round out the summer schedule, beginning with A Tribute to Elvis in Concert, presented

by Paquette Productions on June 5 at 7 pm. Featuring Pete Paquette and Chris Connor accompanied by a ten-piece band.

On June 18 and 19, local dance school Dance Virtuosa will present their yearend recital, No Place I’d Rather Be. The culmination of a semester of hard work in dance class, this production

JULY 31 • 8:00PM

KEONTÉ BEALS

AUG 13 & 14 • 8:00PM

HEATHER RANKIN

AUG 27 & 28 • 8:00PM

JOEL PLASKETT

THEATRE

RUM RAGGED: JUNE 3RD, 7:30PM

PHASE II: JUNE 4TH, 7:30PM

June 10TH 7:30pm

INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY CELEBRATION CONCERT (FREE) featuring DeeDee Austin & the Silver Wolf Band • Special appearance by Julie Pelletier Lush: June 21ST, 6:00pm

TUNES & TALES OF PEI

JUNE 24 8:00PM

created by Rob MacDonald & Lori Linkletter

JUNE 25 TO SEPT 10 7:00pm

GALLERY PEI PHOTO CLUB 40TH ANNUAL PHOTO SHOW UNTIL JUNE 14TH

DEBBIE BRADY

Pop-up Exhibition & Book Launch Oyster Art & Other Abstracts June 17 & 18 • Reception (with oyster shucking!) on June 17

Erica Beyea and Sarah Noonan June 20TH to July 19TH

www.theguildpei.com • 902.620.3333 • Founding Member of Theatre PEI SPONSORS: Province of PEI • City of Charlottetown • Canadian Heritage The Other Ocean Group • The Joan & Regis Duffy Foundation • Rodd Hotels

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CONCERTS June 2

Guardian Angel Platoon

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 2

Island Jazz Tribute to Ed Bickert Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 9

Island Jazz featuring Alan White Group Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 10–19

Festival of Small Halls

June 19

June 26

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

St. Peter’s Cathedral, Trinity United, St. Dunstan’s Basilica, Charlottetown

Youth Legacy Celebration June 19

Kylie Fox; Alicia Toner

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 20

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Featuring DeeDee Austin and The Silver Wolf Band. The Guild, Charlottetown

June 3

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

July 21

The Guild, Charlottetown

June 3

Dennis Ellsworth

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 4

Cloggeroo: Vince the Messenger with DJ Niimo Bogside Brewing, Montague

June 4

Olde Man Luedecke

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

June 4

Nathan Wiley with full band Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 4

RDGMR Summer Kickoff: Ghostown

Red Dirt Girl Music Room, Middleton

June 4

Phase II

The Guild, Charlottetown

June 5

Luminos Ensemble: Renaissance Women St. Paul’s, Charlottetown

June 11

Cory Gallant and The Red Dirt Posse Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 10

Songwriters Circle: Amanda Jackson, Todd MacLean and Dan Doiron Red Dirt Girl Music Room, Middleton

June 13

Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration Concert

Andy Maize & Aaron Comeau

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 23

Island Jazz plays Pat Methany

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 23–25

Lennie Gallant

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Rose Cousins with Atlantic String Machine

Nolan Compton

June 16–17

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 17

The Original Rhythm & Blues Band Red Dirt Girl Music Room, Middleton

June 18

Fiddlers’ Sons

July 24

The Gasoline Brother: The Music of Tony Rice and David Griman

June 18

June 25–26

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

June 9

June 19

Lawrence Maxwell and band; Lonely Ladies

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

The Emeralds: Father’s Day Brunch Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 1

Craig Fair Presents Mixtape Nights: Disco Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 1–3

35th Annual PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival

Gypsy - Fleetwood Mac Tribute

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 2

July 2

The 19th Nervous Breakdowns

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Brandon Howard Roy

Fundraiser for Ukraine featuring Ewelina Ferenc, Ala Stasiuk and Marta Solek.

Irish Cultural Centre, Charlottetown

June 25

Souris Show Hall, Souris

Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble

POLKY “Polish Women”

Rachel Beck

June 5

June 5

July 1

Featuring Alan Jeffries and Ray Legere.

Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

Red Dirt Girl Music Room, Middleton

A Tribute to Elvis in Concert

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 2

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

J.P. Cormier

Logan Richard

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 16

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 30

June 24

June 24

Island Jazz featuring Mat MachEachern Solo Drums

Island Jazz featuring Lucia Dostal

Featuring Fast Track, Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, Dave Adkins Band, Monroe, Eddy Poirier & Grassline, The Spinney Brothers, Matt Lunn & Echo Mountain, Janet McGarry & Wildwood, Blue Zone, Bluegrass Revival, Heartfelt, Just Grass, SK Bluegrass and The Stiff Family.

Dundas Fairgrounds, Dundas

Benj Rowland; Justyn Thyme Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 21

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 11

Rum Ragged

The Love Junkies June 30

June 2–3

ABBA Revisited

June 30

Matt Anderson

Multiple locations across PEI. See ad on page B3 in The Buzz for performers and locations.

Gunning & Cormier

Progressive Organ Concert

Glenaladale Festival

Featuring The Barra MacNeils, West of Mabou, Teresa Doyle, Shane Pendegast, Lovely Nelly, The Curious Crow, Luka Hall and Here Wee Go Barndance.

Glenaladale Estate, Tracadie

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Phase II

The Guild, Charlottetown

July 4

Garrett Mason

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 6–7

Gordie Sampson

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 26

July 7

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Stick & Bow

Alicia Toner

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Cavendish Beach Music Festival

July 7: Luke Combs; The Cadillac Three; MacKenzie Porter; Hunter Brothers; Tyler Joe Miller; Kelly Prescott; Matt Stell; Nice Horse; Thad Cockrell; Mariya Stokes; Witchitaw; Amy Hef. July 8: Darius Rucker; Maddie & Tae; The Washboard Union; Tenille Arts; Aaron Goodvin; Raquel Cole; Tebey; Tyler Rich; Sacha; Laci Kaye Booth; Andrew Frelick; Logan Richard.

July 9: Dustin Lynch; Granger Smith; Lindsay Ell; Steven Lee Olsen; Jess Moskaluke; David James; Corb Lund; Allie Colleen; Dave Sampson; Rik Reese; The Redhill Valleys; Chris Ryan.

Cavendish Beach Events Centre

July 8

Roots

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 8

Reeny Smith & The Sanctified Brothers

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

July 8–9

The Fabulously Rich Tragicall Hip Tribute Band Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 9

Island Jazz featuring Teresa Doyle Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

July10

Dan Doiron

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 10

Sonorous Strings & Boisterous Brass: Friends of the PEISO

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

July 14

Nolan Compton

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

July 14

Lady Soul

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 15

Dave Gunning

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 15

The 19th Nervous Breakdowns: Rolling Stones Tribute Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 15

Amanda Rheaume

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

July 15–17

46th Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival

Rollo Bay Festival Grounds, Rollo Bay

July 17

Shaye

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 17

Duo Beija-Flor

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

July 19–20

Swift Kick: Taylor Swift Tribute

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 21

Mo Kenney

July 29

Scott Mackay; Justin Thyme Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 31

Keonté Beals

The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 4

Nudie

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Aug 4

Nick Doneff

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Aug 5

Nathan Wiley

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Aug 6

Phase II

The Guild, Charlottetown

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Reggae Allstars: The Music of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Rita Marley and more Featuring Kierrah and Scott Parsons.

Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

Aug 14

David Jalbert

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

Aug 15–16

The Fabulously Rich: Tragically Hip Tribute Band Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 17

Rick Donair (Nick Donneff): Country & Western Favs Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Aug 18

Logan Richard

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Aug 7

Aug 18

July 21

Thinking of Me: Rebecca Caine & Robert Kortgaard

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Inn Echo

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

With Parker Clements and Taylor Donald.

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

July 21

Aug 8

Hauler

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 22

Twin Flames

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

July 22

Christina Martin

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 22

Two Hours Traffic

PEI Brewing Company, Charlottetown

July 24

Lady Soul Aug 19

The Ennis Sisters

Island Songwriters: Alicia Toner, Brielle Ansems, Dylan Menzie and Joce Reyome

Aug 9

Aug 20

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Danny Michel

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 11

Madison Violet

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Aug 11–12

Sean McCann (GBS)

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

Slowcoaster

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 20

Charlie A’Court

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Aug 21

Bùmarang

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

Aug 21–22

David Myles

Aug 11–14

July 27

Georgetown

Aug 25

Aug 12

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

Songwriter’s Circle: Nick Doneff, Lawrence Maxwell and Shane Pendergast Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 28

Kierrah

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Cloggeroo: the Island Folk Festival

Madison Violet

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Jackie Putnam

Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

Aug 25

Aug 12

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

The Good Ol’ Boys

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

July 28

Aug 13–14

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

The Guild, Charlottetown

Logan Richard

Matt Minglewood

Tara MacLean Aug 26

Dennis Ellsworth

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s, Brackley

Heather Rankin

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A slice of pride

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Kings Playhouse—June 25

Drag Queen Treyla Parktrash will host this year’s A Little Slice of Pride: Rainbow Brunch

Kings Playhouse in Georgetown will present its second annual A Little Slice of Pride: Rainbow Brunch June 25 at 11 am.

The Playhouse has partnered with drag queen Treyla Parktrash this year to host a morning of Pride-themed lip-syncing and dance routines while

patrons sit back and enjoy a brunch prepared by The Lucky Bean Cafe.

New to PEI, Treyla spent their summers on the Island and now calls western PEI home.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to support Island-based 2SLGBTQQIA+ organizations who do amazing work here for Queer Islanders. I also think it’s important to support queer friendly venues who are open minded as well caring for the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community,” notes Treyla.

“We’re so thrilled to be hosting our second annual Rainbow Brunch,” says Kings Playhouse Executive Director Haley Zavo. “Kings Playhouse is committed to continuing our work of creating an inclusive space where everyone experiences an authentic space of welcome and belonging.”

Hosting alongside Treyla Parktrash will be Justin Toodeep from Saint John, NB. The lineup also features Dia Monde (Saint John, NB), Penny Kodiak (Moncton, NB), Lady Fefe Fierce (Charlottetown, PEI), Tori Nylon (Cornwall, PEI) and Georgetown’s own Magestix.

The event will feature a 50/50 raffle supporting PEI’s Trans Network as well as door prizes and a contest for “Most Fabulously Dressed.”

For more info or to purchase tickets, visit kingsplayhouse.com, call 1-888346-5666 or visit Kings Playhouse at 65 Grafton St in Georgetown.

The Island Summer Review Ledwell and Haines celebrate a decade on stage together

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Mark Haines (left) and Patrick Ledwell, ready for another season

This summer, Harmony House is happy to announce that The Island Summer Review will return to the stage for its 10th consecutive season.

For each one of those summers, comedian Patrick Ledwell and musician Mark Haines have created an all-new edition of the PEI-inspired variety show. The show runners see that season-to-season renewal as a key part of what keeps show patrons coming back.

For this upcoming season, Ledwell and Haines are drawing new inspiration from the idea of “stories you can’t wait to tell”—like comedy tales about

Extra summer workshops Featuring

Coastal Vibes with performances by

Fabulously Rich • Reeny Smith • Obembe Nadia • The Darvel and more to be announced!

July 1 • Noon-10PM • Victoria Park

Don’t miss the Family Fun Zone from Noon-7PM and a spectacular fireworks display at 10PM

charlottetown.ca

The River Clyde Pageant, PEI’s community-engaged outdoor theatre production, is introducing three additional arts workshops to its free summer lineup. This series marks the beginning of the Pageant’s creation process and covers a range of disciplines open to all ages and experience levels.

Participants will learn new skills while contributing material to this summer’s production, which runs July 28–31 and August 4–7.

Take part in The River Clyde Pageant choir in The Singing River with Kathy Randels and Andrea Ellis.

Workshops and rehearsals take place throughout June and July and focus on choral singing and vocal improvisation in a process that integrates deep listening and mindfulness toward the outdoor stage.

Discover conventional and experimental forms of playwriting in The Kitchen Sink: A Playwriting Workshop with Mike Geither from (June 5–11).

Participants will be encouraged to try

nighttime activities involving road signs and songs getting sidetracked on weekends up West—that they’re eager to debut for this season’s audiences.

The Island Summer Review opens Wednesday, July 6. The show runs two nights a week through summer, Wednesdays and Thursdays, starting at 7:30 pm, until September 1.

For ticket details, visit Harmony House online at harmonyhousepei.com or call Ticketpro at 1-888-311-9090.

Head out to Harmony House this summer, bring your friends, and help celebrate a decade of The Island Summer Review.

ways of writing that will surprise them and their audience.

The Pageant has always been viewed by more than just human beings—such as spiders, insects, fish, birds and plantlife. Join Kristian Brevik and Ian McFarlane in their Interspecies Collaboration workshop (June 4–5) as they look at ways to deepen connections with these other beings. Marine biologist Irene Novaczek will also provide an ecology presentation on June 4.

Several previously announced workshops still have spots available.

Use improvisation and junkyard instruments to explore sound, composition and environment in Marti Hopson’s Sounds of a River (June 12–July 3). Pageant co-directors Jane Wells and Megan Stewart will co-lead A River of Stories, a drama workshop for youth to explore acting and character-building (June 18, 25). Finally, McFarlane will also present workshops in Landscape Scenography and Design (July 9–17), and large-scale Puppet Ensemble (June 23–July 21).

Workshop spots are limited.

Register early at riverclydepageant. com/get-involved. Tickets for the Pageant will go on sale in early July.

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Anne & Gilbert

River Clyde Pageant’s new Accessibility Action Plan

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Musical finds a new home for 2022 season

Anne & Gilbert, The Musical started its run of 61 live performances in late May. The musical is the centrepiece production of the Island Theatre Festival, a new festival at Florence Simmons Performance Hall at Holland College in Charlottetown.

This year’s production stars Becca Guilderson as Anne Shirley and Hugh Ritchie as Gilbert Blythe.

Becca is playing Anne Shirley for the second time in her career, having performed the role in the Stage Prophets 2017 production of Anne & Gilbert in Nova Scotia. Becca is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Halifax. She studied classical voice and theatre studies at Mount Allison

University and participated in the Music Theatre Performance Program at Neptune Theatre (NS).

Hugh is performing in Anne & Gilbert for the second time as well, having played the role of Gilbert in The Guild’s 2019 production in Charlottetown. He is an actor/singer from Toronto, ON and holds a BFA in Acting from Ryerson Theatre School.

A musical based on the second and third books in Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables series, Anne & Gilbert was adapted for the stage by Jeff Hochhauser, Bob Johnston and Nancy White (an alumnae of Holland College). anneandgilbert.com

Olde Fashioned Carnival

token and when they have a sufficient number, they can exchange them for neat prizes at the prize table.

Carnival-goers will have a variety of activities to take part in, including miniature horse rides, face painting, tea leaf readings, petting farm, tug of war and more.

Audiences will be entertained by the ongoing performances of clowns, jugglers, street performers and musicians. They can even watch a blacksmith at work.

When the smell of the carnival food creates a craving, join the lineup for barbequed hot dogs, popcorn and cotton candy, and pay a visit to the candy store.

When a break is needed, simply sit in the shade of century old trees and soak in the beauty of the heritage buildings which make up the Wyatt Heritage Properties.

Step back in time for an afternoon full of good olde fashioned family fun.

Admission to the grounds is free.

Wyatt Heritage Properties —June 24 The Olde Fashioned Carnival kicks off summer, the end of the school year, the anticipated Canada Day holiday, and welcomes visitors to Summerside. On carnival day, June 24 from 4–7 pm, the lawns of the Wyatt Heritage Properties, located at the corner of Granville and Prince Streets in Summerside, will be transformed into the site of a Victorian style carnival that is a community celebration for one and all. There is plenty in which to partake.

Volunteer barkers will invite participants to play over fifteen olde style carnival games for five cents a try. Winners of a game will pocket a

THEATRE

The River Clyde Pageant has just released its first Accessibility Action Plan (AAP) for 2022–2026 to ensure more people can participate in the annual riverside spectacle and the organization’s year-round programming. Starting this summer and continuing through the next four years, new measures will be phased in to reach a wider, more diverse range of collaborators, audience members and volunteers to create spaces and programming that are safer and more inclusive, and to develop structures of accountability within the organization. Since 2016, the Pageant has prided itself in fostering community connections and bridging cultural and social gaps through participatory arts programming. However, organizers have recognized gaps in the Pageant’s accessibility in recent years, thanks to input from audiences, participants and community stakeholders.

With this AAP, they intend to make significant improvements to the Pageant experience for all involved. In tandem with this plan, the Pageant is hiring its first Accessibility Coordinator, to assist in designing and implementing measures from the plan for this summer’s production. The Accessibility Action Plan specifically aims to serve: individuals with limited mobility, individuals who are blind or partially sighted, individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing, individuals who are neurodivergent, individuals with allergies and sensitivities, IBPOC individuals, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals with low incomes, individuals without a car, and newcomers to PEI. To aid in this, the Pageant is working closely with April Hubbard, a Halifax-based accessibility consultant, who has advised on the AAP and will provide mentorship for a new Accessibility Consultant. The Pageant has released a survey inviting community members to share their feedback and ideas for accessibility improvements. The Pageant is also hiring an Accessibility Coordinator for this summer’s performances. Visit riverclydepageant.com/ accessibility for more information.

Fresh from the Island

Presented by Young at Heart Theatre, Desert Island Theatre Company and Kings Playhouse, Fresh From the Island—A New Works Festival will return this fall at Kings Playhouse in Georgetown from October 13–16.

This one-of-a-kind theatre festival for PEI is designed to bring creators and audiences together to experience new and innovative plays with a local flavour. This year, three Island playwrights will have an opportunity to work with professional directors, dramaturgs and actors with a final staged public reading on the Kings Playhouse stage. The call for submissions is now open at kingsplayhouse.com/beyond-the-stage/freshfrom-the-island-a-new-works-festival.

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The deadline for submissions is August 15 and selected plays will be announced on August 31. Stay tuned for public playwrighting and storytelling workshops on offer during the four-day festival. kingsplayhouse.com

Host an IFF artist

The Island Fringe Festival (IFF) is seeking billet hosts from July 26 to August 1 (dates could vary depending on artist).

Six troupes are coming to PEI to perform in the 2022 Festival. Many of these artists need a place to stay and depend on Island generosity as billet hosts. IFF will match hosts with an artist or artists that are suitable to them and their living space. Billet hosts receive Island Fringe swag, including two All Access Fringe passes. Email at islandfringe@gmail.com with questions or visit islandfringe.com to sign up as a billet host.

HA Club improv classes

Stretch the creative spirit at HA Club’s Monday Night Drop-in Improv. Learn how to perform improv and feel great doing it. Classes are for participants 16 years of age and older and take place weekly on Monday evenings at 9 pm until June 27 at the Haviland Club in Charlottetown. Register: marram.ca Info: @TheHaClub on Twitter; lauriemurphy@marram.ca

Barndance The Here “WEE” Go! Barndance! is a family-friendly afternoon of music, stories and square dancing. Tunes and Tall Tales will charm the little ones with a homespun tale woven together with catchy tunes. Ward Macdonald will then lead the whole family in a foot stomping square dance.

Join them on June 5 from 3–4 pm at Beaconsfield Historic House, 2 Kent St, Charlottetown.

CAMPS Musical Theatre Camps

The Guild’s Musical Theatre School Summer Camps run weekly beginning July 4. The camps offer performance-based opportunities that focus on singing, acting and dancing. Register by calling 620-3333. theguildpei.com

Performance Arts and Visual Arts Summer Camps

Confederation Centre of the Arts summer camps are designed for art enthusiasts of all ages. Registration is open for Visual Arts Camps and Performing Arts Camps at confederationcentre.com or contact Callista Gilks at artseducation@confederationcentre.com or 628-6134.

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ON STAGE Theatre, Dance, Comedy…

to Oct 9

June 26

Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

Charlottetown

June 4 (two performances)

Danspirations Showcase: Swing is the Thing Celtic Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

June 10

Side Hustle Improv The Guild, Charlottetown

June 13, 20, 27

Jokes on Us: Open Mic Comedy Show Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 14– Sept 24

Tell Tale Harbour

Confederation Centre, Charlottetown

June 18– Sept 3

Anne of Green Gables—The Musical™ Confederation Centre, Charlottetown

June 29–Sept 1

Munschables

Confederation Centre, Charlottetown

June 30–Sept 4 (select dates)

Beyond the Sea

Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

July 3, 10, 24, 31

DiverseCity Multicultural Festival

July 3: Alberton; July 10: Abram-Village; July 24: Summerside; July 31: Montague

July 5–29

Betty’s Song

The Mack, Charlottetown

July 6–22

Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq Voices

Confederation Centre, Charlottetown

July 6–Sept 1 (Wed & Thurs)

The Island Summer Review

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

July 7–Aug 31 (select dates)

June 24–Sept 3 (Fri & Sat)

Inside American Pie

Harmony House, Hunter River

June 25–Sept 10 (select dates)

Tunes & Tales of PEI The Guild, Charlottetown

June 27

Comedian Ryan Doucette Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 10

Patio Laughs Comedy Show Upstreet Craft Brewing, Charlottetown

June 24

Popalopalots Improv The Guild, Charlottetown

Featuring Patrick Ledwell & Mark Haines. Harmony House, Hunter River

Open Casket, Open Mic

Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

(l-r): Mike Ross, Alicia Toner, Kirk White (drums), Brielle Ansems and Greg Gale in 2021.

Harmony House is bringing the magic of Inside American Pie for its second straight summer. A concert-documentary built around the iconic Don MacLean song “American Pie,” this unique concert hybrid digs deep into the meaning of the #1 hit. Mike Ross and a team of top notch Island musicians inhabit the world that MacLean paints with his masterpiece single from 1971. We all know that it begins with the infamous plane crash that took the lives of Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens, but where does it go from there?

Who is the jester that MacLean sings about? Where do the Beatles fit in? Who is the “girl who sang the blues?” Ross and his team attempt to answer these questions and more, performing unique and electrifying interpretations of songs and artists that are uncovered along the way.

“I had no idea there was so much in that song,” comments Brielle Ansems, one of the performers in the show.

“You think it’s about the plane crash but there’s so much more. The whole song is a time capsule of the 1960’s.

The good, the bad and the incredible music that came out of one of the most tumultuous times in recent history.”

Inside American Pie is a great example of Harmony House’s unique concert experience that combines story & song, information and interpretation.

Songs the audience thought they knew are heard as though for the first time— at times reflective, at times roof-shaking, and always from the heart.

The show opens June 24 and runs on Fridays and Saturdays until September 3.

For ticket details, visit Harmony House online at harmonyhousepei.com or call Ticketpro at 1-888-311-9090.

July 7, 14, 21, Aug 4–5, 11–12

Highland Storm

Celtic Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

July 14–Aug 25 (select dates)

Shrek Jr.

The Guild, Charlottetown

July 11, 16, 18, 25

101 Dalmations

The Guild, Charlottetown

July 12–30

Educating Rita

Watermark Theatre, Rustico

July 12–Aug 24 (select dates)

June 24

Honk Jr.

Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

…more at buzzpei.com

A Slice of Pride: Rainbow Brunch

Returning after sell-out success last summer

DiverseCity Multicultural Festival

June 24–25

Ledwell & Haines: Songs and Stories

Inside American Pie

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Anne & Gilbert—The Musical

Harmony House

The Guild, Charlottetown

Highland Storm Celtic music and dance show—July 7 to Aug 12 Highland Storm, an exhilarating evening of Celtic music and dance, returns to the College of Piping Celtic Performing Arts Centre in Summerside this summer on select dates from July 7–August 12 at at 7:30 pm. The performances showcase Highland and step dancing, the sound of the pipes and drums, haunting melodies of traditional songs, and the fire of the fiddle.

The audience will be transported to a pivotal time over 250 years ago,

when three ships—the Annabella, the Edinburgh and the Falmouth—arrived in PEI having carried families from their homeland in Scotland to a new land with little more than the clothes on their backs. Imagine arriving on these shores in the bleak autumn, having to clear land, cut wood and build a home in order to survive the unforgiving winters of PEI. What would that first year be like?

With an added scene this year, the Highland Storm celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Alexander transporting the Glenaladale Settlers to PEI. Performed by The College of Piping’s instructors and students, Highland Stormwill feature fiddler Gilbert Arsenault and vocalist Christine Gallant. The show is directed

by Peter Gallant.

Tickets: collegeofpiping.com, 69 Water St East, Summerside

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La Veillée au Village

Island Fringe Festival

Second edition of French dinner-theatre in Abram-Village

Independant and alternative theatre and performance

PATRICIA RICHARD

Encouraged by the success of last summer’s dinner-theatre production, even in pandemic times, the Village musical acadien has invited Albert Arsenault and Hélène Bergeron to put on a second edition of their French show, La Veillée au Village, in AbramVillage this summer.

The brother and sister duo, both former members of the internationally renowned group Barachois, are busy preparing La Veillée au Village 2022. The two playwrights/ directors say they will be using the same format they The cast of La Veillée au Village 2022, actor-musicians all used last year, “a kind of bearing the Arsenault family name. (front, l-r): Louise, music and comedy revue-type Dawson, Jonathan and Angie. In the back is Shane. show that was popular back in the ’50s.” In those days, when variety shows like this were shown on Shane Arsenault (Mailloche) round radio or television, there was always a out the cast. Dawson and Shane are master of ceremonies who introduced no strangers to the stage and recently the acts and presented “live” commercontributed vocally and/or musically cials, and La Veillée au Village will again to albums such as Des vieilles nouvelles be presented in that style. And, the duo by local youth and Yousque l’hell by the shares, it will contain just as much, if group Aubin pi la scb. not more, comedy and silliness interLa Veillée au Village 2022 will be spersed with songs and lively fiddle presented Tuesday, Wednesday and tunes, as well as a lot of surprises, Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm from interesting costumes and sets.

July 6 to August 31. Tickets must be The 2022 cast will feature Louise reserved or purchased in advance Arsenault (Barachois, Gadelle, at villagemusical.ca or at the Village Les Girls) and two of her children: musical acadien reception desk.

Jonathan Arsenault, a guitar-picking singer, and Angie Arsenault, a professional singer and musician.

All three have performed in many dinner-theatre shows, some as far back as La Cuisine à Mémé in MontCarmel in the 1990s. Actor-musicians Dawson Arsenault (Paloudes) and

Dinner theatre, PEI style

The Tunes & Tales of PEI A new Island game show at The Guild—June 25 to Sept 10 The Tunes & Tales of PEI, a new Island game show for visitors and Islanders alike, will be staged at The Guild in Charlottetown this summer.

Written by Lori Linkletter and Rob MacDonald, this show will test the audience’s knowledge of Prince Edward Island. Answer questions about Island history, songs and culture, and join them on stage for some comical PEI-themed games.

Shows take place at 7 pm on select dates from June 25–September 10.

Celebrating independent and alternative theatre and performance in downtown Charlottetown, the 2022 Island Fringe Festival (IFF) returns July 27-31 with an all-Canadian lineup.

From choosing acts from a lottery, to performing in unconventional venues, IFF is a totally unique Island experience. This year’s Festival will continue to highlight PEI talent as well as showcase artists coming from locations across Canada.

“The imagination and creativity that goes into a Fringe show is secondto-none, and as always, there is something for everyone to enjoy,” shares Festival Director Grace Kimpinski, “and because performances last no longer than 60 minutes, it is easy for audiences to see several shows over the festival.”

This year’s Festival has ten shows; four from PEI and six from other parts of Canada, including North Bay and Toronto (ON), Edmonton (AB), and Vancouver (BC). They include: a bilingual two-hander featuring adult

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siblings meeting for the first time in 10 years and discovering that each other’s perceptions of their upbringing and family experiences may not have been the same; a drama highlighting an evening of death, sexuality, belief and nuggets; a dance performance that takes an energized look into the people and behaviours that fuel one of the most pressing topics on planet Earth: global warming; and a dramatic comedy about the differences between what one thought the future had in store for them versus their reality.

There will also be stand-up comedy, William Beaumont, and sock puppets.

IFF always includes additional programming and this year is no different.

At the Launch Party on July 27, artists will have the opportunity to give a five-minute pitch of their show and audience members can enjoy serious fun and laughs. Fringe After Dark events will give folks an opportunity to win fun prizes, and the Closing Party will wrap-everything up nicely with an awards show.

One hundred percent of ticket sales go directly to the artists. Schedules and additional programming will be released throughout July. Stay tuned on social media @islandfringe or visit islandfringe.com for updates.

CONFEDERATION CENTRE OF THE ARTS

SUMMER CAMPS F E AT U R I N G

Two-Shea are back at Stompin’ Tom Centre—July 25 to Aug 31 Two-Shea will return to the dinner-theatre stage at the Stompin’ Tom Centre in Skinners Pond this summer after a two-year hiatus. Featuring Paul and Laura Lee Shea, shows will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 25–August 31, and then weekly on Wednesdays through September.

“Up here in Western PEI, we want you to feel right at home right away,” say the organizers, “and there’s no better way to do so than by serving you up a tasty feast with a heavy side of chuckles!”

For tickets, call 882-3214. For more info, email info@stompintomcentre. com or visit stompintomcentre.com.

Tickets will be available for purchase directly through the new Stompin’ Tom Centre and Festival Series website beginning in early June.

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PERFORMING ARTS CAMP | LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE Junior Dance Camp - July 11 Exploring Performing Arts Camp - July 25

Kindercamp - August 8 Exploring Performing Arts Camp - Aug. 22

VISUAL ARTS CAMP | LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE Full-Day Summer Camp - Aug. 1

Half-Day Summer Camp - Aug. 15

register online at: confederationcentre.com/arts-education

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2022 SUMMERSIDE

LOBSTER CARNIVAL JULY 5–9

CREDIT UNION PLACE 511 Notre Dame Street

TUESDAY, JULY 5

THURSDAY, JULY 7

FRIDAY, JULY 8

7:00 pm Summerside Lobster Carnival Amateur Country Music Singing Competition

12 noon–11 pm Carnival Grounds and East Coast Amusements Midway at Credit Union Place grounds

12 noon–11 pm Carnival Grounds and East Coast Amusements Midway at Credit Union Place grounds

Veteran’s Convention Centre Credit Union Place, 511 Notre Dame Street

Lo�ter Demonstration & Food Tent

Lo�ter Demonstration & Food Tent

Contestants compete to be one of the ten finalists moving on to the Wednesday night competition.

Sponsored by Summerside Toyota

Celebrating PEI’s wild sustainable Lo�ter industry

Sponsored by Summerside Toyota

One lb PEI lobster & lobster chowder available all afternoon Purchase tickets (also Lobster Supper tickets) at the Lobster Trap Merchandise Store located inside the tent. Visit the Lobster Prince Edward Island Booth. Water Station Available.

One lb PEI lobster & lobster chowder available all afternoon Purchase tickets (also Lobster Supper tickets) at the Lobster Trap Merchandise Store located inside the tent. Visit the Lobster Prince Edward Island Booth. Water Station Available.

Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Credit Union Place Box Office. $20.00 adults, $10.00 under 12.

Participants must register by June 1st, which can be done on the SLC website.

1st Place sponsored by Warren Ellis from Summerside Chrysler Dodge: $3,000.00 2nd Place sponsored by Kool Breeze Farms: $1,000.00 3rd Place sponsored by Anderson's Automotive in Summerside: $500.00

WEDNESDAY, JULY 6 7:00 pm Summerside Lobster Carnival Amateur Country Music Singing Competition Veteran’s Convention Centre Credit Union Place, 511 Notre Dame Street Ten remaining contestants compete to be named the top three winners of the Summerside Lobster Carnival Amateur Country Music Singing Competition.

Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster or at the Credit Union Place Box Office. $20.00 adults, $10.00 under 12.

Participants must register by June 1st, which can be done on the SLC website.

1st Place sponsored by Warren Ellis from Summerside Chrysler Dodge: $3,000.00

12 noon Lobster 101 Demo & Taste Testing How to buy, cook and open lobster.

1:00 pm Lobster Carnival Biscuit & Roll Competition

Complimentary tea and bakery biscuit served during the judging of this intense competition. Maritime music with Fred Martin.

Check SLC for categories & entry form.

2:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing Pairing lobster, Malpeque oysters, and fish.

3:00 pm Lobster & Taste Testing Pairing PEI lobster and PEI potatoes.

5:00 pm Official Opening - Summerside Mayor and Council Free Community Barbeque:

Complimentary food with lobster being front and centre. Carnival Official Opening featuring entertainment by the Richard Wood Trio, sponsored by Key Murray Law.

Entertainment Tent & Courtyard Sponsored by Curran & Briggs

Featuring the best of local and “From Away”entertainment 12 noon Throwzone Juggling Show - Jeremiah Johnston 12:30 pm Silly Robbie’s Children’s Show sponsored

by McDonald’s 1:00 pm Holley/McLure: Celebrating Atlantic Talent 2:00 pm The Nick Doneff Band 3:00 pm Country Trio Band 4:00 pm Throwzone Juggling Show - Jeremiah Johnston 4:30 pm Silly Robbie’s Children’s Show sponsored

by McDonald’s 5:00 pm Official Opening - Summerside Mayor and Council Free Community Barbeque Complimentary food with lobster being front and centre. Carnival Official Opening featuring entertainment by the Richard Wood Trio, sponsored by Key Murray Law.

6:30 pm Journal Pioneer Lobster Trap Stacking

2nd Place sponsored by Kool Breeze Farms: $1,000.00

Competition Island lobster fishers or crew members

3rd Place sponsored by Anderson's Automotive in Summerside: $500.00

8 pm The Lumber Jills Kitchen Party 10:00 pm Juggling LED Light Show - Jeremiah Johnston

compete in this marathon sport for the fastest moving and stacking of lobster traps. Register on the SLC Website 6:20pm.

Ice Pond Nature Park Ice Pond Nature Greenwood Drive across from Carnival Grounds Free admission to the grounds!

Donations gratefully accepted to support the carnival.

summersidelobstercarnival.ca 902-786-7813

4:00–8:00 pm Lobster Carnival Fishing Derby

presented by Bedeque Bay Environmental Management Association: Register on the SLC website. No entry fee. Various categories. Prizes given at the Ice Pond on July 9 at 1:30pm

Celebrating PEI’s wild sustainable Lo�ter industry

12 noon Lobster 101 Demo & Taste Testing

Make award-winning PEI lobster chowder using Dairy Isle products.

1:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing Lobster Nacho Salsa

2:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing PEI Lobster Mac and ADL Dairy Isle Cheese

3:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing PEI Lobster and PEI Beef Burrito

5:00 pm Traditional Island Lobster Supper (takeout available) One lb PEI lobster, potato salad, coleslaw, cucumber, roll, ADL Dairy Isle butter, tea, cookie and water. Tickets online or at door. Island Craft Beer (available at extra cost). Acadian fiddle entertainment with Louise & Helene. Lobster fishers will crack your lobster. Volunteers will instruct on removing lobster from shell. ($26 + tax may be purchased at SLC website or at the door). Cold cut supper for $19 + tax.

Entertainment Tent & Courtyard Sponsored by Curran & Briggs

Featuring the best of local and “From Away”entertainment 12 noon Throwzone Juggling Show - Jeremiah Johnston 12:30 pm Silly Robbie’s Children’s Show sponsored

by McDonald’s 1:00 pm Danspirations Showcase: Local dance talent 2:00 pm “One Proud Islander” Music Show 3:00 pm Roy MacCaull, Kim Tuplin & Friends Show 4:00 pm Throwzone Juggling Show - Jeremiah Johnston 4:30 pm Silly Robbie’s Children’s Show sponsored

by McDonald’s 7:00 pm PEI Youth Talent Search Competition (registration at 6:30 pm). Presented by PEI Mutual Insurance Company and PEIAE. Prizes $300, $150 & $75

8:00 pm Chad Matthews and The Delivering Hope 10:00 pm Juggling LED Light Show - Jeremiah Johnston

ed hores ummerside aceway 7:00 pm Trivia Championship sponsored by StandardAero: Trivia teams compete to claim the

championship and $1,000 prize. Hosted by Wil MacDonald.

Teams may register on the SLC website.

Ice Pond Nature Park Greenwood Drive across from Carnival Grounds 4:00–8:00 pm Lobster Carnival Fishing Derby

presented by Bedeque Bay Environmental Management Association: Register on the SLC website. No entry fee. Various categories. Prizes given at the Ice Pond on July 9 at 1:30pm

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2022 SUMMERSIDE

LOBSTER CARNIVAL SCHEDULE CONTINUED ••• SATURDAY, JULY 9 12 noon–11 pm Carnival Grounds and East Coast Amusements Midway at Credit Union Place grounds 12 noon Callbecks Home Hardware & Home Furniture & Appliances Store Summerside Lobster Carnival Parade. Route map on back of program

Lo�ter Demonstration & Food Tent Sponsored by Summerside Toyota

Celebrating PEI’s wild sustainable Lo�ter industry One lb PEI lobster & lobster chowder available all afternoon Purchase tickets (also Lobster Supper tickets) at the Lobster Trap Merchandise Store located inside the tent. Visit the Lobster Prince Edward Island Booth. Water Station Available.

1:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing Lobster and Mushroom Fricassee

2:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing Lobster Cakes 3:00 pm Lobster Demo & Taste Testing Lobster Frittata with ADL Dairy Isle Cheese

5:00 pm Traditional Island Lobster Supper (takeout available) One lb PEI lobster, potato salad, coleslaw, cucumber, roll, ADL Dairy Isle butter, tea, cookie and water. Tickets online or at door. Island Craft Beer (available at extra cost). Acadian fiddle entertainment with Louise & Helene. Lobster fishers will crack your lobster. Volunteers will instruct on removing lobster from shell. ($26 + tax may be purchased at SLC website or at the door). Cold cut supper for $19 + tax.

Entertainment Tent & Courtyard Sponsored by Curran & Briggs

Featuring the best of local and “From Away”entertainment 1:00 pm Throwzone Juggling Show - Jeremiah Johnston 1:30 pm Silly Robbie’s Children’s Show sponsored

by McDonald’s

2:00 pm Brad Nicholas Duo 3:00 pm Krysten Cameron Music Show 4:00 pm Throwzone Juggling Show - Jeremiah Johnston 4:30 pm Silly Robbie’s Children’s Show sponsored

by McDonald’s

7:00 pm Shane Pendergast 8:00 pm Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys

sponsored by Tim Hortons & Wendy’s 10:00 pm Juggling LED Light Show - Jeremiah Johnston

Ice Pond Nature Park Greenwood Drive across from Carnival Grounds 1:30 pm Official Opening of BBEMA Ice Pond Nature Park Guided tours of the restored pond area, rain

garden demo, rain barrels for sale, remote control boats, bbq, etc

2:30 pm Rubber Ducky Race 500 rubber ducks will be raced to the finish line.Ducks $5 each for a chance to win $500, $200, or $100. Proceeds to support the environment work of Bedeque Bay Environmental Management Association.

Purchase onsite or at www.bbema.ca 3:00 pm Cardboard Boat Races Teams compete to cross the pond and stay afloat. $1000 prize. Register at SLC website.

Presented by

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Featuring music students from Popular Music Performance 621 and R&B Band classes Three Oaks High School (TOSH) music students will showcase their work at the Spring Showcase June 2 and 3 at the College of Piping’s Celtic Performing Arts Centre in Summerside. Showtime is 7 pm.

This Spring Showcase is the

culmination of TOSH’s new Popular Music Performance 621 class, and will feature a wide variety of performances by the class members and invited guests, as well as some original works.

The evening will also feature TOSH’s 15-piece R&B Band performing a full set of hit songs in a variety of styles, including Motown, soul, funk, rock, pop and country.

The music students and TOSH Music Director Ms. Bryson are thankful to be working with a state-of-theart facility under the expertise and guidance of Peter Gallant, director of the Celtic Performing Arts Centre. collegeofpiping.com

Under the Spire

Ready to roll Festival faves, new faces and emerging artists—starting June 19

The 2022 season of Under the Spire Music Festival (USMF) at Historic St. Mary’s will feature over 20 concerts and community events, with the return of some Festival favourites, as well as new performers and emerging artists. All summer concerts take place in Historic St. Mary’s in Indian River, PEI. The June performance schedule includes: the Youth Legacy Celebration at 3 pm June 19; Rose Cousins with special guest Atlantic String Machine at 7:30 pm June 24; and Stick & Bow at 3 pm June 26.

The July lineup feaRose Cousins will perform on June 24 with special guest tures: Reeny Smith & The Atlantic String Machin Sanctified Bros at 7:30 pm July 8; the PEI Symphony Orchestra Violet at 7:30 pm August 12; David Brass Quintet and Atlantic String Jalbert at 3 pm August 14; Island Machine at 3 pm July 10; Amanda Songwriters—Brielle Ansems, Dylan Rheaume at 7:30 pm July 15; Duo BeijaMenzie, Joce Reyome and Alicia Toner Florat at 3 pm July 17; Twin Flames at at 7:30 pm August 19; Bùmarang at 3 7:30 pm July 22; and David Myles at 3 pm August 21; Catherine MacLellan at pm July 24.

7:30 pm August 26; and Julia MacLaine Performances continue in August at 1 pm August 28. with: Don Pasquale, an opera by The September lineup includes: Gaetano Donizetti featuring Midori Kitbag Theatre production The Marsh, Alex Halliday, Yanik Gosselin, Songs of Johnny and June at 7:30 pm Parker Clements, Taylor Donald, and September 1 and 2; Lennie Gallant at Peter Tiefenbach at 7:30 pm August 7:30 pm September 9; and The New 5; Think of Me… A journey through Cohort at 3 pm September 11. musical theatre and opera with In addition to concerts, USMF is Rebecca Caine and Robert Kortgaard, offering a series of accessible commufeaturing Parker Clements, and Taylor nity events.

Donald at 3 pm August 7; Madison underthespire.ca

Bryan Adams Canadian tour kicks off in Summerside—Aug 31 Platinum-selling and Grammy Award winning musician Bryan Adams returns to Canada for a coast-to-coast Canadian tour in support of his 15th studio album, So Happy It Hurts. The tour begins August 31 at Credit Union Place in Summerside.

The Canadian singer-songwritercontinues to tour somewhere in the world, usually ten days every month, intertwining arena concerts with intimate, solo acoustic dates. His numerous accolades and awards include three Academy Award nominations,

five Golden Globe nominations and a Grammy Award.

Tickets: cupevents.ca; 1-855-7901245; 511 Notre Dame St, Summerside

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TOSH Spring Showcase

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Watermark Music Series

Fèill Ghleann Aladail

First concert of the 2022 season in North Rustico—July 24

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Homecoming of Scotish heritage in Tracadie Bay

Ray Legere (left) Alan Jeffries

The Watermark Music Series returns with its first concert of the season in July. The Gasoline Brothers: The Music of Tony Rice and David Grisman, interpreted by Alan Jeffries and Ray Legere, will take place July 24 at 7:30 pm at the Watermark Theatre in North Rustico.

Rice, who passed away in 2020, was an influential acoustic guitar player in bluegrass, progressive bluegrass, newgrass and acoustic jazz. He was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame in 2013.

His flatpicking style set the gold standard for acoustic guitar playing.

Grisman first picked up the mandolin as a traditional bluegrass player.

By the ‘70s he had started exploring jazz. Grisman recorded with various artists, including the Grateful Dead on American Beauty (1970). Grisman is still performing and recording music.

Grisman recruited Rice in the mid-to-late ‘70s to be part of the David Grisman Quintette. What followed was a series of groundbreaking albums, including Hot Dawg (1978). The all

instrumental music was a combination of Django Reinhardt-era jazz, bluegrass, folk, Old World Mediterranean string band music, as well as modern jazz fusion that came to embody “Dawg” music.

Rice and Grisman have been regarded as top bluegrass musicians and innovators, and have inspired generations of musicians. They called themselves the Gasoline Brothers— their way of referring to the kinetic connection they felt when playing music together, especially at “burning” tempos.

Alan Jeffries and Ray Legere, both hailing from New Brunswick, will be interpreting the music of the Gasoline Brothers. Acoustic guitarist David Wigmore will be the special guest. Originally from Kensington, PEI, Wigmore is one of the original pillars of the Bootlegger’s Ball and has been entertaining Island audiences for decades.

Tickets: ticketwizard.ca or 963-3963 watermarktheatre.com

Two Hours Traffic Indie rock at PEIBC in July Whitecap Entertainment presents a hometown performance by Two Hours Traffic July 22 at PEI Brewing Company in Charlottetown. Since the early 2000s, the Charlottetown indie rockers have brought their catchy chords and bright, buoyant beats to the Canadian music scene.

The group formed in 2002 at UPEI and over a 12-year span, the band toured extensively in Canada and around the world. Their discography features four full-length albums and

thre EPs. The band’s second album Little Jabs was shortlisted for the 2008 Polaris Music Prize.

Following their farewell concerts in 2013, the band reunited for a concert in 2018 at the PEI Brewing Company in Charlottetown and have been performing steadily ever since. The band is currently working on some new songs, their first new material since 2013.

Special guests to be announced.

Tickets: peibrewingcompany.com

On June 25, 1772, Tracadie saw the arrival of more than 200 Scottish Catholic Highlanders aboard the brig, Alexander. Making landfall on Island shores under the leadership of Captain John MacDonald, Laird of Glenfinnan in Scotland, the Glenaladale Settlers have been a pivotal group in the Scottish diaspora across the Eastern region of Canada.

Glenaladale Heritage Trust is commemorating this 250th anniversary with the Glenaladale Festival—Fèill Ghleann Aladail in Gaelic—running June 25 to to July 3.

Celebrating the Scottish cultural roots that connect many on the Island can reveal stories and ways of life that enrich a sense of belonging while also giving perspective within the diversity of communities on PEI. Animating the significant influence the Highland Scottish Settlers have had on the cultural and creative practices on PEI, is central to the Glenaladale Festival.

Touching base with our ancestors and that history of how Scottish families

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came to the then known Epekwitk or Isle St. Jean in 1772, has resulted in reflection on the two and a half centuries since.

The Festival program is packed with live music, textile and language workshops, community talks, a gathering of genealogy tables, featured demos with the College of Piping, the opening of their Disc Golf course and Sculpture Forest, and Glenaladale’s first Highland Games.

To showcase the legacy of traditional Celtic music of this region, headliners include The Barra MacNeils, West of Mabou, Teresa Doyle, Shane Pendergast, Lovely Nelly, The Curious Crow and Luka Hall. Tickets for the Concert Series can be purchased online at glenaladalefestival.ca/livemusic.

Everyone is welcome and encouraged attend the Cèilidhs, learn a bit of Scots Gaelic, share stories of rural farming life, celebrate the creative communities and come together when the (almost 530-acre) site comes alive in its next stage of growth. Explore Glenaladale Historic House, the newly renovated School House, trails, and agricultural landscape as it develops.

The final weekend of the Festival includes: a Historic Portage Event with Atlantic Canada’s Big Paddlers and the grand Tartan Dinner.

Visit glenaladalefestival.ca and follow on social media @glenaladalepei for updates.

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Concerts by the sea

Bluegrass in Dundas

Summer series returns with local and visiting artists

35th annual festival at the Dundas Fairgrounds—July 1 to 3

The popular Monday Night Concert Series at Victoria Playhouse returns this summer with a lineup of artists from PEI and beyond.

The Series will get underway July 11 with Inn Echo.

The PEI-based band melds traditional music with elements of jazz, pop, indie and more, creating their electrifying sound on fiddle, cello and guitar.

Next up, on July 18, get ready for the energetic, foot-stomping, Atlantic Canadian kitchen party stylings of Drowsy Maggie.

Catherine MacLellan, Rachel Beck, and Tim Chiasson present Saltwater Songs at the Playhouse on July 25. Intimate, dynamic and collaborative, Saltwater Songs features three-part harmonies, stories and music.

Cassie and Maggie from Inn Echo (above) and Saltwater Songs lead off series with Nova Scotia will play the the first two performances in July Playhouse on August 1. This duo blend traditional and contemporary, Gaelic and English, The August lineup includes: fiddle, guitar, foot percussion and Jabbour (8); Atlantic String Machine exquisite vocal harmonies to create (15); Shane Cook & The Woodchippers their own exciting style performed (22); and Montuno Cubano (29). with unparalleled joy and energy.

Info/tickets: victoriaplayhouse.com

Presented for its 35th year by the PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Society, the PEI Summer Bluegrass Festival returns to the Dundas Fairgrounds July 1–3.

The three-day event will feature about 15 bands on the main stage, including US bands The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, the Dave Adkins Band and Fast Track; Maritime bands The Spinney Brothers (NS), Matt Lunn & Echo Mountain (NS ), Eddy Poirier & Grassline (NB), and Monroe (NB); and PEI bands Janet McGarry & Wildwood, Blue Zone, Bluegrass Revival, Heartfelt, Just Grass, SK Bluegrass and The Stiff Family.

The Spinney Brothers from Nova Scotia The Dundas Fairgrounds is the biggest and best location in the Festival’s 35-year evolution and well attended by people wanting from Dunollie Campground, where it to improve their musical abilities. Bring all began in 1985, through 25 years at your instruments if you wish. A chilRollo Bay, to its new home in Dundas. dren’s workshop will also be held July The 100-acre site is located at 261 2, followed by a short set on the main Little River Road, Cardigan. The facilstage to showcase their talents. ities include an outdoor main stage, A variety of ticket options are availa convention centre, onsite hall and able. For information and tickets, call washrooms. Some bleacher and shade 566-2641 or visit peibluegrass.ca. tent seating is available, but it is recommended to bring camp chairs to set up in the stage area.

Camping is included in the pass fees and the sites are large. There is a camping section for RVs with generators, which can run from 7 am–11 pm.

There are no serviced camping sites and there is no dumping station on site (stations are available in the area).

The East Coast Music Association All purchases are cash only at the (ECMA) held the 34th annual East Festival. An ice cream stand and hot Coast Music Awards: Festival & food vendors will be set up for food Conference in Fredericton, NB, May and beverage needs but this is not a 4–8. Five PEI artists took home ECMA liquor licensed event. Merchandise will Awards this year. be sold at the Ways and Means booth The 2022 ECMA Children’s and most artists set up merchandise Entertainer of the Year Award went to tents. Raffle tickets will be sold for Gordie “Crazylegs” MacKeeman. a chance to win a Martin DX1RAE. Scott MacKay received the 2022 This acoustic-electric guitar features ECMA Country Recording of the Year a D-14 platform and a Dreadnought Award for his album, Stupid Cupid. body design. Draw date is July 3 and For his self-title album, Andrew proceeds go to supporting the PEI Waite took home the 2022 ECMA Solo Bluegrass & Old Time Music Society.

Recording of the Year.

First aid and security will be proDylan Menzie received the 2022 vided by the local fire department. The ECMA Song of the Year for “A Heart grounds and convention centre are That Doesn’t Want Mine.” wheelchair accessible.

Scott Parsons received a Stompin’ All are welcome at the Open Mics Tom Award, one of the ECMA which will take place June 29 and 30 Honorary Awards. at 7 pm (and throughout the Festival) Visit ecma.com for more informain the Plowman’s Hall. Sign up at the tion, to view the full listing of wingate upon arrival. ners, and to stream select shows from Instrument workshops led by prothe 2022 East Coast Music Awards fessional musicians from the headlining presented by Rogers, and the TD groups will be held in Plowman’s Hall Connected Concerts Series. on July 2. These sessions are interactive

Music Alive PEI Symphony partners with National Arts Centre for cross-cultural youth programming For a third year, the PEI Symphony Orchestra (PEISO) has partnered with the National Arts Centre (NAC) to deliver the Music Alive Program (MAP) to Island youth, through cross-cultural workshop presentations in Island elementary schools.

Music Alive is a nationwide project which aims to provide a comprehensive, accessible, and youth-centred music program that celebrates and gives a voice to Canada’s diverse communities and Indigenous cultures.

To achieve this, the PEISO and the NAC have again enlisted Mi’kmaq performer Richard Pellissier-Lush and classically trained percussionist, Ryan Drew, to visit Island schools and deliver cross-cultural workshops that blend Indigenous traditions and Western conventions in an exploration of music, art and meaningful social

connection. The presenters draw on their respective backgrounds to engage students with art/music as is inspired by the land we live on.

“With support from the PEI Symphony Orchestra and National Arts Centre, Richard and I are able to visit with thousands of students in a very short amount of time,” says Drew. “Building on the success of last year’s K-6 workshop, Inspired by the Land, our new Friends & Family focus involves activities and musical programming that position music as a powerful community-building practice. As part of this action-packed presentation, students engage with Indigenous and Western European music cultures through a cross-cultural celebration of drumming and percussion.”

For 2022, the presenters are returning to the four schools that were visited last year to build on the learning which has already taken place there.

Additionally, five schools which are new to the program are also taking part. Workshops began in late May and continue to June 10.

Info: nac-cna.ca/en/musicalive

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Indigenous Peoples Day Evangeline Bluegrass Fest Free concert with Silver Wolf Band and DeeDee Austin

Music, food and hospitality in Abram-Village—July 8 to 10

In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, The Guild in Charlottetown will present a free concert June 21 at 6 pm featuring DeeDee Austin, The Silver Wolf Band and special remarks by Julie Pellissier-Lush.

The Silver Wolf Band is a four-piece Indigenous folk pop rock band from Happy Valley Goose Bay, Labrador.

Members include Jamie Jackman (guitar, vocals), Matthew Barrett (piano, keyboards), Justin Jackman (drums, percussion), and Brandon Pardy (bass guitar). Lively, engaging and self-assured performances of honest and sincere lyrical music is what has made Silver Wolf Band one of the most in-demand music groups from Labrador.

The group has acquired multiple Music NL Award nominations, and were awarded the 2021 Music NL Indigenous Artist of the Year and the 2021 ECMA Indigenous Artist of the Year for their 2020 album, Storms & Prayers. Their new album, There’s No Time, is set to be released June 2.

Sixteen-year-old DeeDee Austin is an Indigenous singer, songwriter and musician from Fall River, Nova Scotia.

Her debut EP, Stepping Stones, earned her a Music NS Indigenous Artist of

The 20th edition of the Evangeline Bluegrass Festival will feature entertainment at its best July 8–10. After a two-year pandemic hiatis, the bluegrass and traditional music, food and hospitality will be on full display in Abram-Village during the return of the threeday Festival.

This year’s Festival will feature Evangeline Bluegrass Festival, Maritime groups Bluegrass Tradition and Matt Lunn & Echo Mountain from Nova Scotia; Shane Douthwright & the Virtuosos, Jamie Melanson & Simply Blue, Eddy Poirier & Grassline, Bluegrass Diamonds and High Shane Douthwright & the Virtuosos: Shane (top); Lonesome Drive from New (l-r) Ray Legere, Marcel Duplessis, Richard Bourque Brunswick; and Janet McGarry & Wildwood, Heartfelt Bluegrass, Blue to budge from the stage area in fear of Zone and SK Bluegrass from PEI. missing sommething awesome,” says Stage shows take place July 8 from Festival president Raymond Bernard.

2 pm–10:20 pm, July 9 from 10:30 The campground can accommodate am–10:20 p.m, and July 10 from 10:30 150 serviced sites and there are a lot of am–4 pm. rough camping sites available.

“Bring your lawn chairs, instruVisit evangelinebluegrassfestival.ca ments, hats and sunscreen because for more information, program details once the fun begins, you won’t want and for camping reservations.

The Silver Wolf Band

DeeDee Austin the Year nomination in 2021.

Julie Pellissier-Lush is an experienced actress, bestselling author of My Mi’kmaq Mother, and PEI’s first Mi’kmaw Poet Laureate. She writes, acts, and does photography to preserve the history and culture of the Mi’kmaq for future generations. theguildpei.com

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Music, dance and storytelling festival returns to rural venues

“The City Knows” Soul Filter

Summerside four-piece alternative rock-pop band Soul Filter released their latest single, “The City Knows” on May 20.

Soul Filter released the new single as part of Music PEI’s Golden Ticket program. The song was produced by John Angus MacDonald of The Trews. “‘The City Knows’ is a high energy, true-to-life dark fairytale about a small town girl trying to make it in the big city while facing the sobering realization of self-doubt. The confessional introspection of Fleetwood Mac meets the anthemic intensity of Florence & The Machine” explains the band.

Formed in 2017 by husband and wife duo Karen (vocals/rhythm guitar) and Mike Penton (electric lead guitar), Soul Filter includes Ronnie Arsenault (bass) and Mac Robichaud (drums).

“The City Knows” is available on all major streaming platforms. Follow Soul Filter on social media, Bandcamp and at soul-filter.com.

Man X Machine The Pr02Type After a year of contributing to Charlottetown’s nightlife as a rapping street performer, The Pr02type launched his debut EP, Man X Machine, in May to provide fans with insight into his masked hip hop origins. The EP was released exclusively in live performances with featured artists All Shades of Gray, Adjust The Facts and more.

The Pr02type is a rapper you don’t know about, and that’s intentional. His music is not available online; the idea is that fans don’t know who he is, so that they can just sit back, listen and enjoy the show.

Man X Machine is a musical adventure that brings fans of boom bap hip hop on a lyrical evolution that explores how the man behind the mask became a rap machine that entertains on the streets of downtown Charlottetown.

The Pr02type is set to perform

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at the Fortunato Eastern Promises Tour on June 4 at Baba’s Lounge in Charlottetown. He will return to Baba’s on July 1 for his follow up album premiere and a Canada Day party.

For upcoming shows or to book The Pr02type, reach out via DM on social media @thePr02type or email thepr02typemusic@gmail.com. Follow The Pr02type on Soundcloud and YouTube.

Fortunato Hip hop show at Baba’s Lounge—June 4 Independent music promoter and owner of the PEI Underground Hip Hop Appreciation, Arielle Mac (AMAC), has teamed up with hip hop artist Fortunato to present the Eastern Promises Tour on June 4 at Baba’s Lounge in Charlottetown. Fortunato will headline the event which will feature opening acts from PEI artists K3vo, Lizleo and The Pro2type.

AMAC, who will host the event, will also perform a song. DJ Allycat will be the DJ for the night.

Born and raised in Toronto’s West End, Fortunato is known for his gritty, hard-hitting raps and ferocious flow.

He collaborated with Sean One on his EP Blue Collar, which hit number three on the National Hip Hop charts and earned an ECMA nomination for best Rap/Hip Hop recording (2016). His next album, 2 Bad Dudes featuring DJ IV (Classified), also earned an ECMA nomination (2017).

Fortunato uses a DJ and B-boy for his live performances. He has performed at Halifax Hopscotch Festival, Team Back Pack cypher and more.

He has toured Europe with Onyx and collaborated with artists like Sean P, Smif N Wessun, Moka Only and Ghettosocks.

Doors at 10:20 pm with the show at 11 pm. Advance tickets are available from the openers or call 940 4369.

The PEI Mutual Festival of Small Halls, a traditional music, dance and storytelling festival, returns to rural communities across PEI June 10–19. The 2022 edition includes 21 shows in community-based halls and performance spaces across PEI. Islanders and visitors alike are invited to share in the love of music, dance and storytelling in traditional meeting places steeped with community significance and cultural heritage.

Ava & Lily join Dennis Ellsworth and Hauler for Shakin’ the Shingles will Tunes on the Dunes june 15 kick off the festival June 10 at Historic St. Mary’s in Indian River Davis, Adrian Sutherland, Les Royal with performances by Irish Mythen, Pickles, The New Customs, Logan Catherine MacLellan, and Celtic duos Richard, Brielle Ansems, Inn Echo, Troy MacGillivray & Jake Charron and Lawrence Maxwell, Ava & Lily, Joce Colin Grant & Jason Roach.

Reyome and Shane Pendergast.

More artists performing at this See page B3 of this issue of The Buzz. year’s festival include: Gordie For the festival’s full schedule and MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys, ticket information, visit smallhalls.com, Lennie Gallant, Tim Chaisson, Tara call 892-2308, or visit the box office in MacLean, Richard Wood, Hauler, the Maypoint Plaza, located at 2-161 Morgan Toney, The Fretless, Morgan Maypoint Road, Charlottetown.

Into the community An open stage, music & wellness, and community ceilidhs at Under the Spire Under the Spire Music Festival (USMF) has announced their schedule of community events being offered at Historic St Mary’s or surrounding areas from June to September.

As a recipient of grants from the inaugural PEI Alliance for Mental Well-Being, USMF is able to offer free, accessible community events from July to September. In addition to the popular Open Stage event (July 28, August 18), which welcomes anyone to Historic St. Mary’s to perform in their favourite genre on a world-class stage, USMF will offer a Community Ceilidh Concert Series and partner with the Town of Kensington for the first ever Kensington Music & Wellness Week.

The Community Ceilidh Concert Series (CCCS) grew from recognition of barriers for audiences searching for accessible entertainment. This free concert series will feature four ceilidhs celebrating different communities:

Families (Jul 2); 2SLGBTQIA+ community (19); Franco-Acadian community (Aug 20); and the final ceilidh, entitled Nostalgia, is dedicated to Island seniors (Sep 10).

A shuttle bus will provide transportation from Charlottetown to Historic St. Mary’s and back for all four concerts. The Festival is also working with local community care and long term care homes by hiring Pat & The Elephant to provide transportation for individuals who otherwise would not feel comfortable traveling to Historic St. Mary’s for music.

The Kensington Music & Wellness Week, August 3–10, is a partnership between the Festival, the Town of Kensington, and local businesses like Ship to Shore, Luna Yoga, Singing Sands Music Therapy and more, to provide a week of wellness activities, including a musical focus. With activities from community dinners, music in the Kensington gazebo, 50 percent off tickets to USMF’s Midsummer Magic opening night, music listening hours in Historic St. Mary’s, drum circles, and yoga classes accompanied with live music, there will be activities for all ages and interests. Everyone is welcome.

A full schedule including directions can be found at underthespire.ca, or by phoning the Festival’s administration office (836-4933), or by visiting Historic St. Mary’s, opening June 1.

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Which Side Are You On? Artists from four continents have joined forces with Stratford, PEI’s Bob Jensen to record a protest song which will be released to thousands of radio stations in 27 countries this summer.

“We’re going to release an updated version of Florence Reece’s 1931 union anthem, ‘Which Side Are You On?,’” says Jensen.

“I’ve rewritten the lyrics to address the rise of far-right politics and the resurgence of fascism around the globe.

Our goal is to raise a strong and passionate voice from the folk music community to get people talking about this issue. We all need to decide not only which side we’re on, but what we’re going to do about it, like vote, protest, write letters to the editor, etc.”

Canadian artists involved include Bruce Cockburn, Heather Rankin, James Keelaghan, Bob Jensen, Lucy MacNeil, Ray Bonneville, Jon Weaver and Maria Dunn. American artists include Ani DiFranco and Guy Davis.

Martin Simpson, Moulettes and Oysterband make up the English component of the project, while Scotland’s Tony McManus will be one of the featured guitarists. Zimbabwe’s Black Umfolosi will contribute vocals while Australia’s Richard Perso has been enlisted to play didge (didgeridoo).

The project also has participants from PEI.

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2023 CFMA submissions

Submissions are now open for the 18th edition of the Canadian Folk Music Awards (CMFAs). Again for 2023, the CFMAs will offer reduced submission fees. The final submission deadline is July 15, 2022. For more information, eligibility requirements, and application details, visit folkawards.ca. The 2023 CFMAs will take place March 30–April 2 in Vancouver, BC.

PEI Symphony prom fundraiser

The PEI Symphony Orchestra’s annual fundraising dinner returns June 3 at Top of the Park Restaurant at Red Shores Racetrack and Casino. The theme this year is “80s Prom.” Jessica Gallant Beauty will be on site to provide decade-appropriate makeup styles, DJ Tyler will play

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“Chris Corrigan and Colin Buchanan are producing the song,” says Jensen, “and are really having fun with it and doing a fantastic job. Chris said he was looking for a ‘Pete Seeger meets Joe Strummer’ kind of vibe and he has delivered in spades. It’s going to be a real rocker.”

Bed tracks were laid down with Corrigan (guitar), and Islanders Richard Knox (drums) and Adam Hill (upright bass).

The musicians are paying their own studio costs, and a pair of anonymous donors are taking care of some of the hard costs. Proceeds from the project will go to a registered charity in support of Ukraine.

music suitable to the era, and guests will have the opportunity to have their pictures taken by a photographer. Dinner is a three-course meal with various options for appetizerss, mains and desserts. The event begins at 6:30 pm. The event is 19+ only. Individual tickets, or tables of six or eight, are available at peisoprom. eventbrite.ca. A portion of each ticket is considered a tax-deductible donation to the PEI Symphony. Funds raised at the event help to advance the organization’s mandate of providing symphonic concert events and educational outreach opportunities to Islanders. peisymphony.com

Performance venue open

Brackley Beach Community Centre has openings for summer ceilidhs and entertainment. Situated at 3330 Brackley Point Rd, it is close to the North shore and only 15 minutes from Charlottetown. The air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible building seats 120 and includes a kitchen for serving snacks and drinks.

Lots of parking. Info: Ellen, 218-6984, ellencudmore4@gmail.com

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Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble Fascinating Ladies on tour With Beth Rogers and Groove Company—June 18

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Young At Heart musical theatre productions for seniors

Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble

On June 18, the Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble will bring the best of big band jazz to Holland College’s Florence Simmons Performance Hall in Charlottetown. The concert will feature a set by Groove Company and a special guest appearance by Anne & Gilbert, The Musical star, Beth Rogers.

The Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble has been presenting a mix of classic big band standards and contemporary compositions since 1996. During this concert the band will perform charts from some of the giants of jazz, including Duke Ellington, Charles Mingus, Thelonius Monk and Count Basie.

Beth Rogers, who plays the role of Marilla, is an avowed jazz fan and step-daughter of the late Canadian

singer and songwriter Stan Rogers.

Between big band sets the concert will also feature tunes by Groove Company, a six-piece jazz/rock horn band. Groove Company’s original arrangements, by guitarist and leader Perry Williams, often feature mashups of contrasting songs like Weather Report’s “Birdland” paired with Van Morrison’s “Brown-Eyed Girl,” or The Drifters’ “Save the Last Dance” combined with ”Come Dancing” by the Kinks.

The show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at ticketpro.ca or by contacting the Holland College Box Office at onstage@hollandcollege.com, or 8946885. Visit @charlottetownjazz on FB for updates and videos of the band.

Progressive organ recital

Stratford Choir

On June 26, in conjunction with this years’ DiverseCity Festival celebration in Charlottetown, organists from across the Island—Don Fraser, Leo Marchildon, Ann Francis, Louise Elder, Tom Loney and Jason Chen—will present a progressive organ concert starting at St. Peter’s Cathedral at 1:30 pm, continuing at Trinity United at 2:30 pm, and finishing at St. Dunstan’s Basilica at 3:30 pm. Each program will be about 30 minutes in length, allowing time to walk from church to church.

Admission is by free-will offering.

All proceeds go toward the Royal Canadian College of Organists PEI Centre Scholarship fund and will be awarded to aspiring student organists.

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(l-r): Olivia Barnes, Marlene Handrahan and Kaitlyn Post

PEI’s Young At Heart Musical Theatre For Seniors, Inc is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that provides professional and original musical theatre productions for senior citizens in long-term care and retirement facilities.

Young at Heart will be touring their production, Fascinating Ladies, across PEI from July 3–August 21 (with a possible extension).

Directed by Catherine O’Brien with music direction from Haley Zavo, the show highlights some of the music from the 1920s–1970s and celebrates artists like the Boswell Sisters, Andrews Sisters, Dolly Parton, Teresa Brewer and more. The cast includes Olivia Barnes, Marlene Handrahan and Kaitlyn Post.

Barnes, who received her Graduate Performance Diploma in Singing from McGill University on scholarship, is now in the studio of Ariane Girard. She

Luminos Ensemble Stratford Community Choir members (l-r): Susan MacPherson, Almut Lecours, Stephanie Cole and Kay Linkletter

The Stratford Community Choir will present their Thank You for the Music concert at Spring Park United in Charlottetown on June 5 at 7 pm.

Directed by Kay Linkletter with accompaniment by Stephanie Cole, piano, the Stratford Community Choir will sing songs of love and loss, as well as songs of worship, in four-part harmony.

Individual and family tickets will be available from choir members at the door. 65 Kirkwood Dr, Charlottetown.

Choir presents Renaissance Women at St. Paul’s—June 5 PEI professional choir Luminos Ensemble will present Renaissance Women on June 5 at St. Paul’s in Charlottetown. Under the direction of founder and artistic director Dr. Margot Rejskind, with Fran McBurnie providing organ and piano accompaniment, the concert will begin at 2:30 pm.

In Renaissance Women, Luminos Ensemble explores the music of historical women composers, many of whom are almost literally “unsung,” along with works by the top male composers who dominated their eras, demonstrating that these women were as talented,

is currently based in Montreal and will return to the Island, and to Young at Heart Theatre, for this tour.

After over thirty years in Toronto, Handrahan now calls PEI home again.

She has performed across North America, including five seasons at The Charlottetown Festival and 52 months on a US tour of Mamma Mia! Post, originally from Sussex, New Brunswick, studied theatre at Holland College in Charlottetown and worked at a nursing home while living on PEI. She later attended Sheridan College and received her Bachelor Degree in Music Theatre Performance.

Young at Heart Theatre is still taking bookings. Senior clubs, social organizations, community halls, long term care and community care facilities are encouraged to book a show date.

Info: info@yahtheatre.com, 569-4449

extraordinary and deserving of being heard as the more famous composers.

Featured composers include Kassia, Hildegard von Bingen, composers of sacred chant from the 9th and 12th centuries; Caterina Assandra, a late Renaissance contemporary of Claudio Monteverdi; Marianna Martines, Classical duet-partner to Mozart; Imogen Holst, daughter of Gustav Holst; and others.

Luminos Ensemble is a Charlottetown-based choir of trained vocal soloists who are passionate about small ensemble performance. Formed in 2017 by Dr. Margot Rejskind, Luminos Ensemble strives to redefine the choral experience for audiences and singers alike by presenting innovative and thoughtful programs, performed in a manner that engages the audience as active listeners.

Tickets: luminosrenaissancewomen. eventbrite.ca, or at the door (cash only).

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Back Home Tonight

The Back Home Tonight Monday night concert series, hosted by Gordon Belsher, will be held weekly on Mondays at the Women’s Institute Hall in Stanley Bridge The series begins June 27. Guests include his son-in-law Todd MacLean, and Island fiddlers Cynthia MacLeod and Courtney Hogan-Chandler. Free admission for children 12 and under. Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 7:30 pm. Book tickets using PayPal on Gordon’s at GuernseyCove.ca.

Ceilidhs at the Irish Hall

Presented by the Benevolent Irish Society, Ceilidhs at the Irish Hall continue in June with performances at 8 pm. Lineup: Guinness—Jim, Laura and Paddy Farrel (Jun 3); Fiddlers’ Sons—Eddy Quinn, John B. Webster and Keelin Wedge (10); Tip-Er-Back—Allan Betts, Wade Murray and Clive Currie (17); Chaisson Trio— Kevin Chaison, Rannie MacLellan and Louise Chaisson MacKinnon. Tickets available at the Irish Cultural Centre, 582 North River Rd, Charlottetown.

Close to the Ground

The Egg Farmers of PEI Close to the Ground Concert Series, with hosts Fiddlers’ Sons and Keelin Wedge, will run weekly on Thursdays at 8 pm from June 30–September 22 at Kaylee Hall, Pooles Corner. Enjoy the roots music of PEI in the air-conditioned comfort of Kaylee Hall. Island band Fiddlers’ Sons will welcome a different musical guest each week. Lineup: Opening night with hosts Fiddlers’ Sons (Jun 30); Josh and Leah Ellis (Jul 7); Ellis Family Band (14); The Lumber Jills (21); and Julien Kitson and Daniel Hartinger (28). There will be a 50/50 draw and canteen service. CDs and books will be available for purchase.

Admission is at the door. Everyone is welcome. Hwy #3, Pooles Corner

Dunstaffnage Ceilidh

The Dunstaffnage Ceilidh is held on the first Sunday of each month at 7 pm at the Dunstaffnage School Centre. Hosted by Road Masters Band and guest entertainers. There is a 50/50 draw. Admission at the door. 13529 St. Peter’s Rd, Dunstaffnage. 626-1698

Fortune Pub Night

Live music is scheduled weekly at the Fish for the Five Draw held weekly from 7–10 pm on Fridays to December 30 at Fortune Community Centre. The draw takes place at 8:30 pm. Licensed bar.

Follow @Fortune Community Centre on FB for the weekly lineup. 220 Fortune Wharf Rd North, Fortune

Got Blues Matinee

Blues matinee with Chris Roumbanis, Reg Ballagh, Mike Robicheau and special

guest(s) from 2–4 pm. Lineup: Katey Reick and Doris Mason (Jun 11); Season Finale with Amanda Jackson and Todd MacLean (25). Trailside Music Hall, 155 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Island Jazz

Island Jazz takes place weekly on Thursdays at 8 pm. Top local musicians performing original music, standards, jazz and pop favourites. Each show features a different group. Lineup: Tribute to Ed Bickert (Jun 2), Alan White Group (9), Mat Macheachern Solo Drums (16), Island Jazz plays Pat Metheny (23), Lucia Dostal (June 30). Baba’s Lounge, 181 Great George St, Charlottetown

Jack Pine Folk Club

Once a month, Shane Pendergast hosts The Jack Pine Folk Club featuring folk music and poetry from special guests.

The event follows the traditions of coffeehouses of the ‘60s. Admission is cash at the door. The next event takes place June 22 at 7:30 pm and will feature Dylan Menzie, fiddler Katie Sonier, and poet Jennifer Fanning, among others.

The Pourhouse, 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Kaylee Hall

Dances take place weekly on Saturdays at 8:30 pm with live music entertainment. The performance lineup for June includes: TBA (Jun 4); Wrecking Crew (11); The Rustlers (18); and Powerhouse (25). Hwy #3, Pooles Corner.

Lucky Bean Blues & Open Mic

A Blues Jam with Graeme Hunter takes place at The Lucky Bean location in Montague (576 Main St) every Saturday from 3–6 pm. Open Mic with Robert McMillan takes place every Sunday from 2–5 pm at the location in Stratford (17 Glen Stewart Dr). All are welcome.

The Malpeque Ceilidh

A Ceilidh with hosts Michael Pendergast and “Uncle” Tom McSwiggan will take place weekly on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in July and August. Enjoy an evening of traditional and local songs, fiddling and step dancing, rounded out with comical stories. Shane Pendergast and Andy Doucette complete the band, and Veronica Murray is the featured dancer.

Family friendly entertainment with a distinctive PEI flavour. Doors open at 7 pm.

2197 Route 20, Malpeque. 836-4310

Ross Family Ceilidh

Stephanie Ross, Danielle Ross and Johnny Ross are bringing the Ross Family Ceilidh to Clinton Hills (123 Harding

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Creek Rd, Clinton) and The Guild (111 Queen St, Charlottetown) this season, playing select dates at each venue from June 15–October 12 at 7:30 pm. The rich sounds of PEI’s roots music come to life in these concert-style events which feature all the essentials of a good kitchen party—song, fiddle and dance. Fun for all ages. rossfamily.ca; theguildpei.ca; clintonhills.ca

Schooner Sessions

Schooner Sessions with Mark Douglas and friends take place weekly on Thursdays at 7 pm at The Old Triangle, 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

The Stanley Bridge Ceilidh

The Stanley Bridge Ceilidh will take place weekly at 7:30 pm on Thursdays in July, August and September. The ceilidgh is a long running and popular entertainment feature of Cavendish, PEI and area. Musicians Tom McSwiggan, Andy Doucette, and father and son team Michael and Shane Pendergast, provide a mix of humour, songs and tunes with a PEI flair. Step dancer Veronica Murray dances along to fiddle favourites. Doors open at 7 pm. 4897 St Mary’s Rd, Stanley Bridge. 836-4310

Summer in the City

The Summer in the City Music Series takes place weekly on Fridays (6–8 pm) and Saturdays (3–5 pm) at Founders’ Food Hall. Performers in June include: Dave Woodside (3); Adam MacGregor (4); Junestone (7, *11 am–2 pm); Nathan Carragher (10); Maxine & Norman (11); Dan Doiron (17); Abi Marie (18); Ross Boyd (24); and Kirsty Wright (30). 6 Prince St, Charlottetown

Summerside Kitchen Party

A Kitchen Party is held at the Summerside Legion weekly on Saturdays from 2–5 pm. Featuring Rheal Arsenault, Andy Paynter and a different special guest each week. Dancing is permitted. 340 Notre Dame St., Summerside.

436-2091

Sunday Sessions

Sunday Sessions, traditional music with host fiddler Roy Johnstone, take place weekly on Sundays from 2–5 pm at The Old Triangle. 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

USMF Community Ceilidhs

The new Community Ceilidh Concert Series at Under the Spire Music Festival (USMF) grew from recognition of barriers for audiences searching for accessible entertainment. This free concert series will feature four ceilidhs celebrating different communities: Families (Jul 2); 2SLGBTQIA+ community (19); FrancoAcadian community (Aug 20); and the final ceilidh, entitled Nostalgia, is dedicated to Island seniors (Sep 10). A shuttle bus will provide transportation from Charlottetown to Historic St. Mary’s and back. 1374 Hamilton Rd, Indian River.

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Songs on the Shore with The New Customs duo, Scott Parsons, Lucy Farrell, Gary Evans (host).

Monday, June 13, 7:30, $25 Silver Threads presenting

Fiddlers’ Sons Featuring Eddy Quinn, John B Webster and Keelin Wedge.

Saturday, June 18, 8:00, $10

Come Play on our Stage Come join our Open Mic event!

All genres welcome, discover new favourites from the selection of local up and coming musical talent.

Thursday, June 30.

FREE performer sign-up 6:30.

Admission $5, includes BBQ!

SOURIS SHOW HALL 5 CHURCH STREET, SOURIS sourisshowhallfoundation@gmail.com

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Vince The Messenger

Old Man Luedecke

Alicia Toner & Kylie Fox

Andy Maize & Aaron Comeau

With DJ Niimo at Bogside Brewing—June 4

Copper Bottom Brewing—June 4

Trailside Music Hall—June 19

Trailside—June 21

Andy Maize Alicia Toner

Cloggeroo’s Vibrations and Libations music series’ final show takes place at Bogside Brewing in Montague featuring Vince The Messenger with DJ Niimo June 4 at 3 pm.

Vince The Messenger’s moody, boom-bap sound is unquestionably that of the future, referencing golden-era hip hop and carrying layers of timeless personal-is-political lyricism.

11 Brook St, Montague

Copper Bottom Brewing Company in Montague presents Old Man Luedecke June 4 at 7:30 pm.

Old Man Luedecke is the recording and performing name of Christopher Luedecke, two-time JUNO and multi ECMA award winner. Since 2005, Luedecke has lived rurally on the south shore of Nova Scotia and has since built a name and a following that has been uncompromisingly unique and is now firmly established in the top echolon of Canadian folk artists.

567 Main St, Montague

Announcing the Community Ceilidh Concert Series PRESENTED BY

July 2nd | 1pm

Family Ceilidh with Silly Robbie, Gordie "Crazylegs" MacKeeman, and Polky.

July 19th | 7:30pm

Pride Ceilidh with artists TBA.

FREE concert and FREE transportation from Charlottetown to Historic St. Mary’s and back!

Accessible transportation is also provided locally through Pat & The Elephant. Reserve your spot on the bus at music@underthespire.ca or call 902-836-3733

Aaron Comeau

Kylie Fox Alicia Toner and Kylie Fox will be on stage at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown June 19 at 8 pm.

Toner is an Americana singer-songwriter with a unique sound that brings her folk roots into a pop/rock fusion.

Her earnest, heartfelt songwriting is elevated by her moving, emotive voice.

Indie folk artist Kylie Fox spins stories of rolling prairies and the Northwestern woods, of hometown fables and flames, and of the clumsy dichotomy of youth and adulthood.

155 Kent St, Charlottetown

Andy Maize will be joined by Aaron Comeau for a perfromance at Trailside Music Hall June 21 at 8 pm.

Maize has been singing in the country-folk-rock band Skydiggers for the past 25 years. Joining him will be multi-instrumentalist and piano player Aaron Comeau.

155 Kent St, Charlottetown

Lennie Gallant Penzie’s Bistro—June 23 to 25

Fiddlers’ Sons Souris Show Hall—June 18 PEI folk music group Fiddlers’ Sons will be on stage at at Souris Show Hall June 18 at 8 pm.

The band features storyteller, author and vocalist Eddy Quinn, singer-songwriter and guitarist John B. Webster, and multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and step dancer Keelin Wedge.

Together the group plays a mix of Island music with plenty of toe-tapping tunes, local stories, heartfelt ballads and a few laughs.

Fiddlers’ Sons will feature music from their recordings as well as some traditional selections. Quinn will also share stories from his recently released book, Island Characters Volume 2.

Books and CDs will be available for sale from the performers at intermission. For tickets call 687-2652.

Leading off the Penzie’s Bistro Live series at Shaw’s Hotel in Brackley is Lennie Gallant June 23–25 at 8 pm.

Recognized by his peers as one of Canada’s best performing songwriters, Gallant has released thirteen albums of original songs which have won him a host of awards and nominations from the JUNOs, Les Prix Eloizes, and the East Coast Music Awards, including 2017 ECMA Entertainer of the Year. He was named Canadian Folk Artist of the Year for 2016.

99 Apple Tree Rd, Brackley Beach.

MUSIC LIVE bars, lounges, cafés…

Baba’s Lounge

Open Mic with KINLEY on Wednesdays from 9–12 pm. Island Jazz on Thursdays at 8 pm. Live music: Doug Hoyer (May 31 @7 pm); IPN w/Bones (Jun 3); The Electric Trains with Chris Corrigan (4, 11, 18, @2–5 pm); Roadside Picnic, i.o., Meditation Onslaught (6); Anna Smyrk (7 @8 pm); Run The River, Dave Woodside (9); Hellfire Jacks, Beatty (10); Foggyswoggle, Fractal code, Midas Well, Creations (11); Turbo, Stone Feather (17); Emo Night (18); Michael Dalton (23); Botfly, Deth (24); Dali Van Gogh, Jake Cormier, Busted Skulls (25); Canada Day Pre-Party w/Dekz (30). 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Bogside Brewing

Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30 pm: Erin Sweet Vermouth (Jun 3); Cloggeroo: Vince The Messenger (3 @3 pm); Cloggeroo: Carter MacLellan (3); Billy White (10); Taylor Johnson (11); Keira Loane (17); Dave Woodside (18); Dan Doiron (24); Chris Johnston (25); Easter Seals Wals (26). 11 Brook St, Montague.

Brothers 2

Thursdays and Fridays at 7 pm: Lawrence Maxwell (Jun 2); Chris & Eric (3;) Kristena & Dylan (9/23); Kristy & Aaron (10); Nick Hann (16); D’Arcy & Moe (17); Dave Woodside (24); Trevor Cameron (30). 618 Water St, Summerside.

Charlottetown Legion

Saturdays at 9 pm: Haché (Jun 4); Wally & The Younguns (11); Wrecking Crew (18); TBA (25). 99 Pownal St, Charlottetown

Charlottetown Beer Garden Three band showcase (Jun 18); Kim Albert (24); Hinterwood (25); Brad & Griffen (26); Saul Good Duo (27); Taylor & Dennis (28); Vintage 2.0 (29); Richie Bulger (30). 185 Kent St, Charlottetown

Copper Bottom Brewing

Tunes on Tap traditional music on Sundays from 3–5 pm: Karson McKeown (Jun 5); Lovely Nelly (21); Nomad (19); Rowen Gallant & Jesse Periard (26). 567 Main St, Montague.

Craft Beer Corner

Live music on Wednesdays at 8 pm: Abi Hameline (Jun 1); Gizmo (8); Justyn Thyme (15); TBA (22). Live DJ on Saturdays at 8 pm; Ivory Orphan (4); Dekz (11); Jeff Doohoo (18); Niimo (25).

156 Great George St, Charlottetown.

The Factory

DJ Method on Thursdays. 2 DJs and 2 dancefloors on Fridays and Saturdays.

Kent St, Charlottetown

Gahan House

Acoustic music on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9 pm: Lawrence Maxwell (Jun 1/29); Brandon Gillis (2/9); Mat Hannah (8/23); Dave Woodside (15/22); Adam MacGregor (16); Stephen Szwarc (30). 126 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

Hopyard

RiseUp TV West Coast—Tasha Hellman, Fraser Newcombe, Sarina Haggarty, Kyler Styles, Tim Steinruck, Dusty Marcus and Jordan Matchett (Jun 8 @8 pm); Cassie Noble (26 @8:30 pm). 151 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Hunter’s Ale House

Taylor Buote Band (Jun 3); Jacob & Friends (6/13/20/27); CopyCat (11/25); Pop Rox (18). Kent & Prince Sts, Charlottetown.

Hunter’s at The Fox

Acoustic music on Saturdays at 8 pm: Nathan Carragher (Jun 4/18); Mike Stratton (11). Fox Meadow Golf Club, Stratford.

John Brown Grille

Acoustic Matinee on Saturdays from 2–5 pm: Brad & Griffen (Jun 4); Alyssa & Corey (11/25); Matt & Geoff (18). Live DJ on Saturday nights. Live music on Fridays: Kim Albert (3); Wannabeez (10); Saul Good (17); Taylor Buote Band (24).

132 Richmond Street, Charlottetown.

Lone Oak Brewing Co

Saturdays from 6 pm: Nathan Carragher (Jun 4); Ashley Gorman & Tim Hamming (11); Ashley Gorman (18); TBA (25). 103 Abegweit Blvd, Borden-Carleton.

The Lucky Bean—Montague

Blues Jam with Graeme Hunter every Saturday from 3–6 pm. Live music on Fridays at 7 pm: Waylon Hurley (Jun 3); Mike Page & friends (10); Todd MacLean & friends (17); Gary Waterman & John Cain (24). 576 Main St, Montague.

The Lucky Bean—Stratford

Open Mic with Robert McMillan every Sunday from 2–5 pm. Live music on Saturdays at 7 pm: Jake Cormier (Jun 4); Patrick & Jordan’s Acoustic Duo (11); Waylon Hurley (18); Harpist Caedda Enright (25). 17 Glen Stewart Dr, Stratford.

Marc’s Lounge

Fridays and Saturdays from 8–10 pm: Mike Stratton (Jun 3); Dave Woodside (4); Shane Pendergast & Isaac King (10); Mat Hannah (11); Stephen Szwarc (17); Lawrence Maxwell (18); Adam MacGregor (24); Brandon Gillis (25). 125 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

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Next Door @ The Merchantman

Fridays from 5–7 pm/8–10 pm and Saturdays at 2–4 pm/7–9 pm: Ashley Gorman/Mat Hannah (Jun 3); TBA/ Dave Woodside (4); Adam MacGregor/ TBA (10); Mat Hannah/Dave Woodside (11); Bridgette Blanchard/Ashley Gorman (17); Ryan Merry & Emily Coffin/TBA (18); Bridgett Blanchard/ Dave Woodside (24); Adam MacGregor/ Nathan Carragher (25). 23 Queen St, Charlottetown. 892-9150

The Old Triangle

Live music on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm. 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Olde Dublin Pub

Monday–Thursday at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 10 pm: Vintage 4.0 (Jun 3 @9 pm/4); Richie Bulger & Brian Langille (8/15/22/29); Jacob Hemphill & Isaac King (9); Saul Good (10/24); MacBeth (11); Gordon Belsher & Cynthia MacLeod (12/19/26); Lawrence Maxwell (13/20/27); Robbie Doherty (14/21/28); Mike Stratton & Albert Kays (16/23/30 @8 pm); Dave Woodside Trio (17); Main Street Bullies (18); Wannabeez (25). 132 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

Peake’s Quay

Live Music Fridays and Saturdays from 8–11 pm: Billy White (Jun 3); Mat Hannah & Jeff Doherty (4/10); Brian Dunn (11); TBA (17/18/24/25). Live DJ on Fridays and Saturdays at 11 pm: DJ Dex (3/24); DJ Flycore (4/25); DJ Deuce (10/17); Les Tontons (18). 11 Great George St, Charlottetown.

PEI Brewing Company

Acoustic Fridays in the Taproom at 6 pm.

96 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown.

Piatto Pizzeria + Enoteca

Fridays at 6 pm: Lawrence Mawell (Jun 3); Ryan Merry (10); Mike Stratton (17); Nathan Caragher (24). 45 Queen St, Charlottetown

RCAF Wing Summerside

Occasional live music. Check website at wingpei.com for updates. 329 North Market St, Summerside.

Silver Fox Club

Fridays and Saturdays at 9:30 pm: Ricky & Barney (Jun 3); Acoustic Brothers (10); Trevor Cameron (17); Aaron & Kristy (18); Alyssa & Corey (24); Nick Hann (25). 110 Water St, Summerside.

Upstreet Craft Brewing

Woody Woodburn (Jun 1 @6 pm); André and the Giants (2 @9 pm); Rewind Hip Hop Show (4 @9 pm). 41 Allen St, Charlottetown.

Stay tuned to our website calendar at buzzpei.com for new shows and updates throughout the month!

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Cavendish Beach – June 10 – 26, 2022

Sea Shanty Sounds Avonlea Village

Secret Paths Food Hike 7 - 8km

Fine Dining on the Beach Cavendish Beach, PEI National Park

Along the Shore Food Hike 10.5km

JUNE 18 | $60

JUNE 19 | $50

JUNE 25 | $100/PERSON

JUNE 26 | $50

Shorely Yours Date Night

Shorely Yours Picnics

Explore local restaurants on a romantic evening with their Prix Fixe dine-in menus offered at restaurants throughout the North Shore.

Pick up a picnic-to-go from a participating restaurant and choose your favourite spot throughout Cavendish and the North Shore to lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy local fare in the fresh summer air.

CHEZ YVONNES | BLUE MUSSEL | INN AT THE PIER LOST ANCHOR | SHAWS | PEI PRESERVE COMPANY

GLASGOW GLEN FARMS | INN AT THE PIER SAMUEL'S COFFEE HOUSE

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@cavendishbeach

www.cavendishbeachpei.com/alwaysyours/

Rekindle and reconnect under the naturally romantic backdrop of Cavendish Beach and The Green Gables Shore this June with unique romance-themed activities and events throughout the North Shore.

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