The Buzz - October 2024

Your Community in Bloom

Second lightbox exhibit of 2024 in Charlottetown

The streets of Charlottetown have come alive with vibrant light and colour following the launch of Your Community in Bloom, the second lightbox exhibit of 2024. The artworks are displayed in double-sided lightboxes installed on lampposts in downtown Charlottetown until November 8.

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This new lightbox exhibit celebrates the natural beauty of PEI through the lens of community. From stunning portraits to intricate landscapes, and from cyanotypes to digital quilts, each artwork offers a unique interpretation of the Island’s complex and varied communities of humans, plants, and animals.

The exhibit features the work of 20 PEI-based artists, including Angela Rowlings, Ann Winslow, Ashley Anne Clark, Barb MacLeod, Brenda Whiteway, Debra Wellner, Erin Arsenault, Kristen Moore, Lorna Mullen, Maurice Burgoyne, Monica Kani, Monica Macdonald, Nia Phillips, Omar Broderick/Slickphotography, Paige Dudley, Renée Laprise, Rosalie Bourque, Sandra MacGillivray, Sarah Nicole Dart/Ukee Cruthu and Susana Rutherford/Firehorse Studios. An independent jury selected 20 artists through an open call process, which received 202 artwork submissions

Breadalbane Gallery

Artist talk with October’s featured artist Vian Emery

The Breadalbane Gallery is a casual community space with a new show opening on the second Friday of every month. Vian Emery is the featured artist in October. Her work will be featured in the Gallery Annex, and she will give the artist talk at the opening reception in the upper gallery on October 11 at 6 pm.

Emery, a longtime resident of Breadalbane and familiar to those in the visual and spoken arts community, is particularly known for her portraits in pencil. She is pleased to show her old work.

“While I think about doing new work, I appreciate having my [old] work with me—some having been passed back to me,” says Emery, “ I regard my portraits as memories of whom I have drawn. My old drawings are my friends.”

from 113 artists.

Your Community in Bloom, on display since late August, also celebrates the City of Charlottetown’s hosting of the 30th annual Communities in Bloom National Symposium and Awards Ceremony from October 17–20. Visit charlottetown.ca/publicart to learn more about the artworks and artists and to view an interactive map showing the location of each lightbox.

Emery was trained in printmaking and lithography at Wayne State University.

The gallery, located at 4023 Dixon Road, features work by other gallery artists, including Silver Frith, Will Baker, Zoe Novaczek, Joan Sutton, Samantha Joyce, Denise Livingstone, Xin Liu (Leo), Laura Bain, Marianne Janowicz, and more.

Untitled by Maurice Burgoyne

Woodcut by Vian Emery

Profile: Ariel Sharratt by Julie Bull

Making moments

The Burning Hell band will be celebrating their 15th university in the fall with the release of a new album and an Australian tour in January. “We have been so fortunate to showcase our work through Music PEI and to have built relationships with agents and others around the world.”

I had the great pleasure to meet up with Ariel Sharratt on a summery afternoon in September. She was heading to a pottery class that evening and we started chatting about the excitements and frustrations of being a beginner. “It’s my second week so we’ll see how it goes,” she proclaimed.

Growing up in Montague, Ariel was active in the arts, dance, and theatre. “I was also into music in high school, but I had other career ideas.” Though she didn’t know it then, Ariel would go on to become a professional musician, multi-disciplinary artist, and an arts administrator. “As a kid, I wanted to work in a factory when I grew up because I loved making things!” Ariel still loves making things and spends her time learning new skills and honing her crafts. Though not on a factory line, she has spent her life making things and making moments.

Ariel has a master’s degree from the Ontario College of Art and Design University (OCADU) and worked at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) during her time in Toronto. “We

bought our home up east during that time, so I was back and forth between here and there.” Along with her formal education, Ariel is a highly self-motivated and self-directed learner. “I love trying new things and I taught myself animation during the pandemic.” She is keen to put those new skills to practice in music videos in the months to come. “Music videos are such a fun place to play with animation!”

A self-proclaimed DIY musician, Ariel is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and interdisciplinary artist. “I am particularly interested in where technology and craft meet.” You can find Ariel in that space where technology and craft meet as she explores a variety of modalities, disciplines, and genres. From sewing to computer programing, she is a curious and passionate learner who is always integrating what she learns and sees around her. “Integrations and collaborations help us see that the thing we created is greater than the sum of its parts.”

As part of The Burning Hell band, Ariel toured extensively in Europe, Australia, and Canada.

“We lived in Germany and Newfoundland, and eventually made our way back to PEI a decade ago.” While living in St. John’s, Ariel founded the Lawnya Vawnya Festival. “I really love bringing ideas to life by bringing people together.” Not only is she a fan of bringing people together on stage, but she is also fond of big dinner parties and hosting folks around her table. “I just love big dinner parties where we get to enjoy nourishment from the food and the people.”

Ariel often collaborates with friends and fellow artists to create wonderfully weird works of art through music. “I love integrations and seeing how different things can work together.” Through a series of stories about friends and fellow musicians, Ariel demonstrated her impeccable ability to make magical moments. “I do my best to practice observing and appreciating the small moments.”

Affectionately known as the “snowbird studio”, she has spent a couple of winters renting a house in Europe with her partner and inviting other musicians into the immersive space. “We pack up all our equipment and invite people to come create and record with us.” The impact and influence of her artistic contributions are widely spread.

Along with those many musical undertakings, Ariel is also the Artistic Director of the Souris Show Hall. “It’s really important to me to build programming that highlights original music.” As the oldest cinema on the Island, they have also recently revived the movie night. “We now have a songwriter in residence and I’m really excited to see the programming throughout the upcoming season.” Ariel leads the team in curating a wide range of arts and culture activities year-round. “It has become such a vibrant hub in our community.”

For curiosity-driven people like Ariel, there is always something more to learn so I was interested to know what may be coming next. Her pragmatic answer was: “I’m highly motivated to learn some basic motor vehicle maintenance!” Her creative answer was that she is interested in exploring the farm equipment and growth that have occurred on the land around her home. “There is evidence of settlement [by humans] and elements of nature that can be seen throughout the humanmade components, which is a compelling meeting place to explore.”

Transformational changes

Confederation Centre’s renovation project begins in October

Confederation Centre of the Arts is preparing for the largest revitalization project in its 60-year history. Supported by the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island, the $65 million project will start to take shape the first week of October.

The project will result in the founding of the National Cultural Leadership Institute which will allow the Centre to offer more attractions and programs to residents and visitors year-round. New spaces and facilities will support the growth of new Canadian work in theatre and visual arts; expand training opportunities in the national cultural industry; serve the local community with accessible arts classes for everyone; provide visitors with a cultural learning space to explore Canadian Confederation; and provide event spaces for community and conferences.

“This project will be transformational for Confederation Centre of the Arts, and the province of PEI,” says Centre CEO Steve Bellamy. “Not only will it re-establish the Centre as Atlantic Canada’s national creative centre, but it will increase visitation and accessibility for everyone yearround with more programs and attractions.”

The renovation is scheduled to begin this month and conclude in spring 2026. Following Farm Day in the City on October 6, a construction safety fence will be placed around the former library. The fencing will be north of restaurant patios, meaning businesses and patios can continue operating and the south sidewalk will remain fully accessible.

There are plans to move the fencing to the Centre’s north sidewalk for as many weeks as possible during the summer of 2025. The Victoria Row

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stage will be rebuilt during this period so patrons can continue to enjoy live music. The Centre is also working on a beautification plan for this fencing that will include decorative panels and directional signage. The Centre worked closely with the city on the permitting process to ensure all safety guidelines were met.

“We understand that these kinds of projects can create disruption for businesses and residents but reducing the impact is a top priority for Confederation Centre of the Arts, our construction management team, and the City,” adds Bellamy. “We are doing everything we can to ensure Victoria Row remains a vibrant destination for Islanders and visitors alike during the course of the project.”

The Centre is also working on marketing efforts to encourage people to continue to visit the Row and support the businesses there throughout the transition.

To learn more about this project, visit confederationcentre.com.

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Island Colours

Fall exhibit by June Ellis at MacNaught

Prince Edward Island is rich in nature’s colours, which artist June Ellis loves to capture on canvas. Having lived in rural PEI both as a child and an adult, Ellis has developed a deep connection to the Island’s beauty. She excels at capturing the soft colors of its sandy shores, lighthouses,

Test Press

View artistic exploration at Hilda Woolnough Gallery

Art at Blank Canvas

A solo exhibition followed by a group exhibition in October

Two exhibitions will be on view this month in the gallery space at Blank Canvas Art Supplies in Charlottetown.

Cyanotype artist Sarah Dart will present her new work, The Really Long Tumble, from October 14–20. An opening reception will take place on October 14 from 5:30–7:30 pm. All are welcome to attend.

This solo exhibition will feature the Charlottetownbased artist’s most ambitious project to date—a 130-foot-long continuous print. The print features 15 different original exposures, taken in an analog format over the course of four hours during one afternoon. The piece will be draped throughout the gallery to encourage viewers to interact with the work.

exhibition is open to the public during regular business hours at 10 Prince Street, in downtown Charlottetown. blankcanvasartsupplies.ca

Community members are invited to visit the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild, 111 Queen Street, Charlottetown, to check out Test Press, projects by members of This Town is Small. The gallery is open from 12–5 pm, Wednesday to Saturday, throughout October.

Test Press offers an artistic development opportunity for This Town is Small members to use the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild for self-directed experimentation. Test celebrates trying new things, failure, fine-tuning, and test driving. Artists submitted proposals to create new work, host experimental events and workshops, and explore new processes in the gallery space. Visit thistownissmall.com for more project details.

The Really Long Tumble is a meditation on stress and anxiety. It is a metaphor for the rapid and nonstop pace of modern existence. The exhibit is a visual story encouraging the viewer to walk through, reflect on and get lost in the present moment.

Dart’s art has been featured widely across PEI, and she is a regular vendor at the Charlottetown Farmers Market, where she sells her unique and original

Blank Canvas will present Bare, a captivating exhibition showcasing the works of local Island artists, from October 22 until November 3.

This thought-provoking collection delves into the complexities of the human experience, exploring themes of identity, societal pressures, mental health, and personal narratives. Through a variety of mixed media artBare invites viewers to reflect on the personal struggles and resilience that shape us all.

An opening reception will be held on October 21 from 6–8 pm. The

Faces

Mi’kmaq artist Noel Paul at Tiny Art Gallery

The Fitzroy St. Tiny Art Gallery presents Faces, an exhibit of new work by Noel Paul. His paintings will be on view for the month of October.

Noel is a young Mi’kmaq artist from Epekwitk/PEI working in portraiture using digital and traditional media. He uses shape, language, and colour in his portraits to tell stories of experiences and emotions. Noel’s work can be found on Instagram @noels. portraits.paintings.

The Fitzroy St. Tiny Art Gallery, founded in 2022 by Director/Curator Monica Lacey, houses a combination of curated professional exhibits and community artwork exchange. It is located at 295 Fitzroy Street in Charlottetown, and exhibits are viewable 24/7.

Sarah Dart, The Really Long Tumble

Turning Point

PEI Wood Turners Guild exhibition and demonstrations

Turning Point, featuring work by the PEI Wood Turners Guild, will be on display at Eptek Art & Culture Centre beginning October 8. Explore a myriad of things that can be made on a wood turning lathe. A special focus of this exhibit will honour the memory of Graham Goodwin, as well as the work that he helped to inspire. The official opening event will be held on October 20 at 1 pm. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

Members of the Guild will be showcasing free, live demonstrations of lathe-turned items at the opening event and again on November 3 from 1–3:30 pm. These demonstrations will include a rolling pin by Brad Deighan, a Christmas ornament by Dave McKay, and a spinning top by Callista Tan, on October 20, and an oyster knife handle by

2024 PEI Arts Awards

Call for nominations open until October 7

The second edition of the PEI Arts Awards launched on September 9. This annual awards program, created by Innovation PEI, celebrates artistic merit and excellence across the province. Nominations from PEI’s arts and culture community are being accepted until October 7 at princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/ prince-edward-island-arts-awards.

Awards will be presented in the following categories:

The Leo Cheverie Cultural Connector of the Year award celebrates an individual, group or organization from PEI whose role as a champion of the arts has had a positive impact on creating access and connections between various communities within the arts and culture sector of the province. Three awards will be given out in this category.

The Artist of the Year award celebrates an individual artist, regardless of artistic discipline, who has had a breakout year in their respective field of practice and has demonstrated outstanding contribution and growth. Assessors will be looking for merit in artistic achievement, momentum for the future, professional recognition, as well as provincial, national and/or

Art blog

New interview series from Confed Centre Art Gallery

Over the next few months, Confederation Centre Art Gallery will be in conversation with artists, curators, and more to discuss current exhibitions on view at the Gallery. Presented through a series of blog posts on the Centre’s website, these intimate discussions will help Gallery patrons learn more about the stories behind the works.

Recent posts include a chat with

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Lee Richard, a lithographer and relief print maker in his final year at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. He shares his own experience researching, reflecting, and connecting to the exhibition Erica Rutherford: Her Lives and Works—on view until January 5, 2025.

Another entry includes a conversation with Aganetha Dyck, Reva Stone, and Diana Thorneycroft—three Winnipeg artists featured in the exhibition Together Apart | Under One Roof, which is on view at the Gallery until October 27.

To read all the interviews and learn more about current exhibitions, visit confederationcentre.com/artgallery.

international recognition.

The Organization of the Year award recognizes an organization from PEI whose artistic and cultural contributions have had a significant, positive impact on the provincial landscape, its residents, and visitors.

The Premier of PEI’s award for Stand-Out Project of the Year recognizes an artist, arts professional, group, collective or arts organization that has produced an innovative artistic or cultural project addressing themes such as reconciliation, climate change, accessibility, digital innovation, and more.

Finally, the Gertie & Henry Purdy Emerging Visual Arts Bursary will be awarded to an emerging artist in the visual arts to support any activity that encourages training, promotion, exhibition, and leadership in and to the field of practice of the artist. This bursary is intended for creators in the plastic arts fields. Traditionally, these art forms include sculpture, drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, and photography. Filmmaking and media arts are not included.

The award recipients will be publicly announced at an awards ceremony to be held in November.

Jason Woodside, a potato masher by John Bernard, and a segment bowl by Wilfred Thompson, on November 3.

Turning Point will be on view until November 15.

Eptek is located at 130 Heather Moyse Drive in Summerside.

Sharing the Field

Celebration of food, art and community in New Glasgow

The River Clyde Arts—the not-forprofit organization behind the River Clyde Pageant—will launch the fourth edition of its fall harvest festival, Sharing the Field, on October 5 and 6 in New Glasgow.

Sharing the Field is a family-friendly celebration of food, art and community. The festival welcomes the harvest season and connects the agricultural history of New Glasgow with contemporary practices in gardening, food production and art making. Saturday’s programming kicks off with free workshops in Nigerian cooking with Uwa Festus-Olagbende, a foraging workshop with biologist Kate MacQuarrie, and more.

Sunday is the main festival day, beginning with a Chinese dumpling workshop led by Evelyn Yang at 11:30 am. Free programming continues from 2–6 pm, with live music and performances by the Filipino Dance Masters, and singer-songwriters Lucy Farrell, Joce Reyome, and Dylan Menzie. A lively conversation about grassroots efforts to improve food security will take place from 2–3 pm, and children’s

entertainer Becca the Witch will be offering a fun craft station for kids all afternoon. There will be food demos and interactive booths from local organizations, soup cooked over a fire, a cash bar and a hot meal available for purchase, prepared by Chef Emily Wells.

A highlight of the event is the by-donation farm stand featuring produce contributed by local growers. Proceeds from the stand will support River Clyde Arts’ programming and the North Rustico Food Bank. Local growers interested in contributing to the farm stand can drop off produce on Saturday between 1–4 pm at The Mill in New Glasgow.

Everyone is welcome to attend this event. Pre-registration for the workshops is required, and tickets for the hot meal should be purchased in advance at riverclydepageant.com/ field or on-site while supplies last. No tickets are required to enjoy the performances and other outdoor programming. In the event of inclement weather, Sunday’s programming will be moved indoors at The Mill.

EXHIBITS

galleries, museums...

Acadian Museum of PEI

On view: a textile exhibit featuring items from the museum’s own artifacts collection; and the permanent exhibit and video, The Island Acadians: The Story of a People. Acadian genealogy resources are available and there is a gift shop on site. 23 Main Dr E, Miscouche.

Blank Canvas Art Supplies

Cyanotype artist Sarah Dart will present The Really Long Tumble from October 14–20. An opening reception will take place on October 14 from 5:30–7:30 pm. Bare, an exhibition by local Island artists, will be on view in the gallery space from October 22–November 3. An opening reception will be held on October 21 from 6–8 pm. 10 Prince St, Charlottetown. blankcanvasartsupplies.ca

Breadalbane Gallery

This month’s show opens October 11 from 6–8 pm with featured artist Vian Emery giving the artist talk. Gallery artists include Silver Frith, Will Baker, Zoe Novaczek, Joan Sutton, Samantha Joyce, Denise Livingstone, Xin Liu (Leo), Laura Bain, Marianne Janowicz, and more.

Open Tuesday (11 am–3 pm), Wednesday (9 am–1 pm), Thursday (4–8 pm), and by request (902-303-8333, mjanowicz@hotmail.com). 4023 Dixon Rd, Breadalbane.

Confederation Centre Art Gallery

On view: Yellowknife Forever! extended until October 13; Together Apart Under One Roof by Aganetha Dyck, Diana Thorneycroft, Reva Stone until October 27; Erica Rutherford: Her Lives and Works until January 5; and The Sweet Spot until January 26. Open daily. 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown. confederationcentre.com

Cornwall Library Art Gallery

SEA-land and Human Shores by artist Hank Bos are on view until October 18. The two large oil paintings are based on the artist’s Maritime experiences and excursions over the past 20 years. Darkness will be on view from October 22–November 29. Meet the local artists participating in this group exhibition at the opening reception on October 22 at 7 pm. Contact the library at 902-629-8415 for info on displaying in the gallery.

Open Tuesday–Wednesday (1–8:30 pm) and Thursday–Saturday (9:30 am–12:30 pm and 1–5:30 pm). 15 Mercedes Dr, Town Hall, Cornwall.

Downtown Charlottetown

Your Community in Bloom, the City of Charlottetown’s second lightbox exhibit of 2024, is on display until November 8. The artworks of 20 PEI-based artists are displayed in double-sided lightboxes installed on lampposts in downtown

Charlottetown. Visit charlottetown.ca/ publicart for the interactive map showing the location of each lightbox.

Eptek Art & Culture Centre

Turning Point, by the PEI Wood Turners Guild, will be on view from October 8–November 15. The official opening will be held on October 20 at 1 pm. Admission is free and all are welcome. Members of the Guild will showcase free, live demonstrations of lathe-turned items on October 20 and November 3 from 1–3:30 pm. Visit the permanent exhibition on the history and architecture of Summerside. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside. peimuseum.ca

Fitzroy St Tiny Art Gallery

Faces, an exhibit of new paintings by Mi’kmaq artist Noel Paul, is on view for the month of October. Exhibits are viewable 24/7 at 295 Fitzroy St, Charlottetown.

Hilda Woolnough Gallery

The gallery reopens this month with This Town is Small’s new programming initiative, Test Press, featuring projects by members of This Town is Small. Open in October from 12–5 pm, Wednesday to Saturday. 111 Queen St, Charlottetown. thistownissmall.com

Lefurgey Cultural Centre

Meet Elaine, a group exhibition by members of the Lady Slipper Rug Hooking Guild, closes September 30. Admission is by donation. Open weekdays. 205 Prince St, Summerside.

MacNaught History Centre and Archives Art Gallery

The solo exhibit, Island Colours by June Ellis, is on view during October and November, Tuesday–Saturday, from 10 am–4 pm. 75 Spring St, Summerside.

Red Island Cider

Beyond Abstraction: Where a new narrative begins by Paul Myer is on view until the end of December. 101 Longworth Ave, Charlottetown.

Moonlight Bazaar

Street festival returns to Victoria Row—Sept 28

The Moonlight Bazaar returns on September 28 to Victoria Row in Charlottetown from 5 pm to midnight. This unconventional street festival celebrates creativity with a blend of music, food, art, tarot readings, and live performances, all under the glow of a 7-metre inflatable moon. The event is free and open to everyone.

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Outdoor farm stand at Sharing the Field 2023

Your Plate by Tara Reeves

Abundant Autumn

Autumn is a time of transition, marked by falling leaves and crisp, cool air. But it’s also a time of abundance, with the harvest of fresh, seasonal produce. From crisp apples and vibrant pumpkins to hearty root vegetables, there’s a wide variety of delicious foods to enjoy during this time of year.

Apples, the quintessential symbol of autumn, come in a variety of colours, flavours, and textures. Whether you prefer the tartness of Granny Smiths, the sweetness of Honeycrisps, or the crispness of Fuji apples, there’s an apple to suit every taste. Enjoy them fresh, in pies, or baked into a classic apple crumble.

Pumpkins are another autumn staple. These versatile fruits can be used in a variety of dishes, from pumpkin pies and soups to roasted pumpkin seeds. Carve them into jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween or use them to create festive decorations.

Root vegetables, such as carrots, potatoes, beets, and parsnips, are a hearty and nutritious addition to any autumn meal. They can be roasted, mashed, or added to soups and stews. And don’t forget about squash, including butternut squash, acorn squash, and spaghetti squash. These versatile vegetables can be roasted, stuffed, or added to soups and stews.

Mushrooms are another delicious seasonal treat. They can be found in the wild or purchased at farmers’ markets. There are many different types of mushrooms to choose from, including shiitake, cremini, and portobello mushrooms. They can be added to a variety of dishes, from pasta and pizza to soups and stews.

While the berry season may be winding down in autumn, there are still some delicious berries to enjoy. Blueberries, raspberries, and cranberries are all in season during this time of year. Enjoy them fresh, in jams, or baked into pies and tarts.

Grapes are another delicious fruit that is in season in the fall. They come in a variety of colours and flavours, from sweet and juicy to tart and tangy. Enjoy them fresh, in salads, or made into wine.

Nuts are a nutritious and delicious snack that is in season in the fall. Almonds, walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts are all excellent choices. They are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

Autumn is a prime time to stock up on local honey. This natural sweetener is not only delicious but also offers numerous health benefits. Honey is a rich source of antioxidants and can help strengthen your immune system.

Tomatoes are a versatile and delicious fruit that is in season during the fall. They can be enjoyed fresh in salads, sandwiches, and salsa. Or, they can be cooked into sauces, soups, and stews. Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

In addition to the foods mentioned above, there are many other delicious seasonal produce items available in the fall. Be sure to check your local farmers’ market or grocery store to see what’s in season.

By utilizing the abundance of seasonal produce available in the fall, you can support local farmers, eat healthier, and enjoy the delicious flavours of the season.

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FREE ARTS LEARNING

Lady’s Slipper Needle Arts Guild

The Lady’s Slipper Needle Arts Guild is a Charlottetown-based, Island-wide group of needle arts enthusiasts who meet twice monthly for stitch sessions and mini workshops. All skill levels and needle arts are welcome. Upcoming meetings will take place at Charlottetown Reformed on September 28 from 10 am–4 pm and at Winsloe United on October 8 from 6:30–8:30 pm. Info: needleartsguild. ladyslipper@gmail.com

Art Hive Pop-up

Creative PEI will host an Art Hive Pop-up from 5–7 pm on October 2 and 16 at the Charlottetown Library for those who want to drop in, make art, and chat. Supplies are provided or bring a current project. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Life drawing sessions

Drop-in life drawing sessions with a nude model are held weekly on Sundays from 2–4 pm at the Gertrude Cotton Art Centre. All skill levels are welcome. Doors open 1:30 pm. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for set up and must be 18+ or have parent/guardian written permission. Some easels are provided but participants must bring their own drawing material. Email lifedrawingpei2022@gmail.com if interested in being a model. Follow @LifeDrawingPEI on FB for updates. 57 Bunbury Rd, Stratford.

Fibre Arts Club

Fibre Arts Club takes place weekly on Tuesdays at the Charlottetown Library. Bring supplies or a current project and drop in anytime between 1–3 pm to join other knitters, crocheters, rug hookers and fibre and textile makers for crafting and social time. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Creative Kids Club

Kids aged 6–12 can join Creative Kids Club at the Charlottetown Library. The Club meets weekly on Wednesdays after

school at 3:30 pm. There is a selection of crafts, activities, robots, science experiments and games for participants to enjoy. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Kids’ Crafts

Kids of all ages can drop in to the Summerside Library between 1–3 pm on Saturdays and Sundays this month to create some fall inspired crafts, including: paper pumpkins (Oct 5–6); tissue paper trees (12–13); paper plate monsters (19–20); and cotton ball ghosts (26–27). 57 Central St, Summerside.

Teen Time: Needle Felting

Teens aged 13–18 can join Teen Time, a monthly teen craft program, at the Charlottetown Library. This month, the group will meet on October 6 from 1–3 pm to learn how to needlefelt small creatures. Supplies are provided. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Art Journaling Club

Create an untraditional journal to record special moments using art and pictures rather than words. The Club meets this month at the Summerside Library on October 7 at 6:30 pm. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Crafternoon

Crafternoon will take place on October 8 at 6 pm in the Makerspace at the Charlottetown Library. This month, participants will create paper-folded hedgehogs from a book. All supplies are provided. Register in advance via phone at 902-368-4642 or in person at 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Needlecraft

Bring needlecraft paraphernalia and join a needlecrafting session at the Summerside Library on October 10 and 24 at 2 pm for some crafting and social time with enthusiastic knitters, crocheters, rug hookers and other fibre and textile makers. All skill levels are welcome. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Sewing Club

Join fellow sewing and mending enthusiasts in the Makerspace at the Charlottetown Library on October 10 anytime between 5–8 pm. Bring a current project to work on or visit to see what the club has to offer. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Saturday Shenanigans

Kids aged 6–12 are welcome to visit the Summerside Library for some hands-on fun on Saturdays at 2 pm. Activities this month include: slimey slime (Oct 12) and Halloween scraper art (19). 57 Central St, Summerside.

Paper Scrap Pumpkin

Create a paper scrap pumpkin using book pages at the Summerside Library on October 16 at 2 pm and October 21 at 6:30 pm. Register by calling 902-436-7323. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild

The Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 7–9 pm at the Benevolent Irish Society. This is a scent-free meeting. New members and visitors are welcome. Info: Roberta (902-393-3222); @Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild of PEI on FB. 582 North River Rd, Charlottetown.

PEI Modern Quilt Guild

The PEI Modern Quilt Guild will meet on October 24 from 7–9 pm. Info: peimqg@ gmail.com if interested in attending a meeting as a guest or for inquiries.

Makers Sessions

Makers are invited to gather their latest project, or one they’ve been meaning to finish, and visit Eptek & Art Culture Centre for the next drop-in Makers Session on October 27 from 1–3 pm. The free sessions offer a chance to catch up with some friends, meet new ones, and see what other makers are creating. Everyone is welcome (BYO project). 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside.

Spectacular Science

Kids aged 6–12 can enjoy a day full of fun, learning and science experiments in the Makerspace at the Charlottetown Library on October 27 at 2 pm. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

MORE ART

Call for group exhibition submissions

This Town is Small (TTIS) is seeking submissions from artists based in Epekwitk/ PEI for a group exhibition. Artists are invited to submit recent artworks that are original, forward-thinking, and incite conversation, with preference given to works that have not yet been exhibited in the region. Artworks can be made in any medium, including but not limited to drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, media-art, and installation. Selected artists may also have the opportunity to speak about their work and/or artistic practice publicly. Applicants may submit a series or multiple artworks, but artists are encouraged to be selective in choosing their most suitable works. The deadline to submit works is midnight on October 1. Info: info@thistownissmall.com

Seniors Art Activities

Seniors Arts Activities take place at Confederation Centre of the Arts on select Thursdays from 10 am–12 noon beginning October 3. Participants visit the Gallery for an introduction to current exhibitions followed by an art-making activity in the Schurman Family Studio. Tea, coffee, and snacks are provided. Info/register: 902-566-1267; confederationcentre.com

Artist roundtable available on YouTube

The Artist Roundtable: An Oral History of The Great George Street Gallery, hosted by This Town Is Small in November 2023, is now available on YouTube. The panel discussion featured past members of the Great George Street Gallery, including David Craig, Brenda Whiteway and Nigel Roe, and was co-moderated by Dr. Laurie Brinklow and Dr. Richard Lemm. To watch the full discussion, visit youtube.com/ watch?v=w8S_7Rr18XY.

Exploring Visual Arts

A new eight-week session for budding visual artists begins this month at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Held Saturday mornings from October 19–December 7, these classes explore the elements of art through a series of diverse drawing, painting, and sculpting activities. Students will also visit the Gallery to explore a range of contemporary and historical artworks. There are two sessions, one for ages 6–8 and another for ages 9–12. Info/register: 902566-1267; confederationcentre.com.

PEI Arts Grants Funding

The mandate of the PEI Arts Grants is to support, assist, encourage and represent the arts community in the province. Funding is available to PEI artists through a juried grant application process. Applications will be accepted until

EXPLORE

GALLERY HOURS:

Daily 10 A.M. -  5 P.M. + Thursday until 8 P.M. (closed September 30, October 14, and October 16)

See website for Fall hours beginning October 15 confederationcentre.com/artgallery

October 21 at 4 pm. Visit princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/pei-arts-grants-fund ing for guidelines.

PD Day Arts Camp

Nurture a child’s interest in arts by signing them up for the PD Day Arts Camp on November 1 at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Through a combination of guided and open-ended activities, your young artist will explore painting, drawing, singing, dancing, and more. Info/register: 902-566-1267; confederationcentre.com

Festive Wreath Contest & Exhibition

The annual Festive Wreath Contest and Exhibition returns this holiday season at Confederation Centre of the Arts. All are welcome to participate—adults, youth, businesses, and groups. Themes include: children’s solo; children’s group; traditional; Dunes “off the wall;” green living (recycled materials); and adult group/business. Participants can create a wreath and drop it off at the Centre in November. There is a small entry fee and there are prizes to be won. Wreaths will be displayed until mid-December. This is a project of the Friends of Confederation Centre. Info: confederationcentre.com; friends@confederationcentre.com

“INSPIRATION DOES EXIST, BUT IT MUST FIND YOU WORKING” —Pablo Picasso

YELLOWKNIFE FOREVER!

EXTENDED UNTIL OCTOBER 13

The North has a particular allure, often imagined in paradoxical extremes. The seven artists in this exhibition use local vernacular, photography, scrap plywood found at the dump, or moosehide sewn into gothic forms, to explore the anti-picturesque character of northern life.

Curated by Sarah Swan

Supported by the Northwest Territories Arts Council

TOGETHER APART | UNDER ONE ROOF

Aganetha Dyck, Reva Stone, Diana Thorneycroft

UNTIL OCTOBER 27

This exhibition celebrates themes of feminist art practice, the creative power of relationships, and the interplay between human and non-human.

Curated by Denise Lawson and Angela Somerset

Originally presented at Comox Valley Art Gallery

ERICA RUTHERFORD: HER LIVES AND WORKS

UNTIL JANUARY 5

See over 100 works by Erica Rutherford, the first Prince Edward Island artist to be featured at the prestigious La Biennale di Venezia.

Curated by Pan Wendt

Walt Humphries, Old Cabin (near the old fish plant), 1982, watercolour on paper. Courtesy of the artist.

Reva Stone, Pachinko, 2015, mixed media. Courtesy of the artist.

Erica Rutherford, The Picnic, 1985, serigraph on paper, ed.2/4. Gift of Gail Rutherford. Collection of Confederation Centre Art Gallery, CAG 2009.1.19

BOX OFFICE ENTRANCE

130 Queen Street, Charlottetown, P.E.I.

Pat Kane, I Love Dettah, 2021, digital photograph on paper. Courtesy of the artist.

Recognizing

Eligibility:

• Open to PEI residents with a primary residence on the island for at least twelve consecutive months.

• Artists traveling for work remain eligible; however, those who moved away within the past year are not.

• Groups or bands must have a majority of members residing in PEI.

• No age restriction.

• Recipients may win in a category only once.

Celebrate our island’s vibrant talent—nominate today!

CRAFT FAIRS & MARKETS

Join The Buzz ’s Holiday Craft Fairs & Markets listing

The Buzz is compiling a comprehensive listing of holiday craft fairs and markets for its upcoming editions. If you would like to be included in this free listing, please email us at info@buzzpei.com before 4 pm on October 11, 2024. Please include the following details with your written submission: the date and hours of operation for each day, the venue name and street address, a very brief description of what shoppers can expect to find (handmade items, homemade goods, festive decor, etc.), and the website or contact information, if available. We do not accept posters or list admission costs in our free editorial.

Souris Farmers Market

Local farmers, producers, crafters, and artisans offer fresh, locally grown produce, dairy, cheese, flowers, and homemade products weekly on Fridays from 10 am–2 pm until September 27. 140 Main St, Souris.

Charlottetown Farmers’ Market

The market is open weekly from 9 am–2 pm on Saturdays year-round. Local farmers, crafters, artisans and hot food vendors sell local, organic produce, fish, meats, baked goods, preserves, roasted coffee, specialty teas and much more. 100 Belvedere Ave, Charlottetown. Info: charlottetownfarmersmarket.com

Murray Harbour Farmers market

The market offers a selection of fresh seasonal produce, handcrafts, preserves, baked goods, soaps, and artwork from local vendors at the Murray Harbour Community Centre. Open weekly from 9 am–12 noon on Saturdays until October 12. 27 Faye Fraser Dr, Murray Harbour.

Summerside Farmers’ Market

Find local produce, baked goods, meat, fish, prepared food, cheese, artisans and more. Open weekly on Saturdays from 9 am–1 pm. 250 Water St, Summerside.

Downtown Market

Charlottetown

The market offers more than 80 local vendors selling fresh local produce, preserves, food service, baked goods, handmade soap, woodwork, knitting, hooked rugs, jewelry, artwork, gift ideas, pottery and more. Open weekly on Sundays from 10 am–2 pm until the end of September 29. 2 Great George St, Confederation Landing, Charlottetown.

Retro Revival Market

The new Retro Revival Market will take place on October 12 from 8 am–7 pm at St. Mary’s Pavilion in Kensington. The market will feature at least 15 vendors, focusing on vintage antiques and collectibles, thrifted fashion, curated décor, retro color and textile combinations, nostalgic trends, and local artistry and craftsmanship—all locally sourced and crafted. Treats will also be available for purchase. 1374 Hamilton Rd, Kensington. Info: @facn.vintage

Cornwall Curling Club Craft Fair

The Cornwall Curling Club will host a craft fair on October 12 from 10 am–2 pm. The club is opening two weeks early this season to accommodate various social and on-ice activities associated with the Grand Slam of Curling, which is coming to Charlottetown for the first time. The Bell Aliant Centre will host the HearingLife Tour Challenge, the largest event in the series, from October

1–6. As the nearest curling facility to UPEI, the Cornwall Curling Club has been designated as the host club for the event. Admission is at the door, with free entry for children under 12. Admission proceeds from the craft fair will help cover costs related to the club’s support of the Grand Slam of Curling and the additional expenses of opening early. In addition to the craft fair, the club will host BBQs and a free-by-donation breakfast for participants, visitors, residents, and members from Monday–Friday during competition week. 29 Cornwall Rd, Cornwall. Info: cornwallcurling.com; manager@cornwallcurlingclub.com

Summerside Craft Trail

Explore Summerside invites residents and visitors to embrace the fall spirit and support local artisans at the Summerside Craft Trail on October 20 from 11 am–3 pm. Grab a hot beverage, meander along the Confederation Trail between Evermoore Brewing and The Loyalist, and enjoy a stroll among the Island’s specialty gifts and crafts. Follow @exploresummerside on social media for details. The rain date is October 27.

Craft Fair and Vendor Market

A craft fair and vendor market will take place on October 26 from 8:30 am–1 pm at the Malcolm J Darrach Community Centre. 1 Avonlea Dr, Charlottetown.

Kirk Ceilidh Fall Fair

The Kirk Ceilidh Fall Fair will take place from 9 am–12 noon on October 26 at St James Presbyterian. Vendors will be selling quality baked goods, handcrafts, Island preserves, Christmas decor, books, puzzles, plants, and like-new treasures. Cash and contactless payment will be accepted. 35 Fitzroy St, Charlottetown. Info: kirkstjames.ca/about

PEI Witch Market

An American Horror Story-themed PEI Witch Market will take place at The Guild on October 26 from 12–5 pm. Visitors will encounter a palm, crystal ball and bone reader ready to reveal their darkest secrets. Explore unique witchy creations by PEI crafters. Attendees

are encouraged to dress in costume to enhance the hauntingly magical atmosphere—don’t forget to include ‘bet you thought you’d seen the last of me,’ a reference to American Horror Story. 111 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Mental Health & Addictions

Artisan Market

A Mental Health and Addictions Artisan Market will take place from 10 am–4 pm on November 16 at the Cymbria Lions Club. All vendors will either be in recovery from addiction or mental illness, or will be someone who supports them. Contact event organizer Patricia Doiron at 902-218-9669 or patricia.doiron@outlook.com if interested in being a vendor or for more information. 2184 Church Rd, New Glasgow.

Donagh Regional Craft Fair

Donagh Regional School will host its annual craft fair on November 16 from 9 am–3 pm and November 17 from 12–4 pm. More details coming soon. 928 Bethel Rd, Donagh. Info: donaghhomeandschool@gmail.com

PEICC Christmas Craft Fair

PEI’s longest running craft show since 1965, the annual PEI Crafts Council Christmas Craft Fair will be held November 22 from 12–7 pm, November 23 from 10 am–5 pm, and November 24 from 11 am–4 pm at the Seaport (Port Charlottetown). There will be handpainted silk, clothing, nature art, books, quilts, knits, mustard, woodworking, weaving, embroidery, photography, pet designs, pottery, visual art, leatherwork, jewelry, chocolate, and much more. 1 Weymouth St, Charlottetown.

Holiday Maker Market

The 10th annual Holiday Maker Market, featuring 150 artists, makers and food vendors from Atlantic Canada, will take place November 30 and December 1 from 10 am–5 pm at the Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown. Admission is at the door, with free entry for children ages 10 and under. Admission proceeds will go toward Small Business Grants. Follow on FB for updates. 46 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown.

OCT 11&12 KENT STREET FRIDAY 4PM - 11PM SATURDAY 12PM - 11PM

Irish Film Club

Presented by the Benevolent Irish Society and City Cinema

For many years, members of the Benevolent Irish Society (BIS), particularly Kathy Roney, Chair of Social and Ceilidh, have wanted a film club focused on Irish filmmaking. The idea was discussed in meetings until the BIS 200-Year Anniversary Celebration Committee decided to make the film club a reality for the Society’s 200th anniversary in 2025.

The criteria for selecting films for the Irish Film Club include one or more of the following: the film is based on a book by an Irish author; has a screenplay written by an Irish screenwriter; was filmed in Ireland; or features a

Unity of Humanity

The Baha’i Community of PEI will host a Unity of Humanity Festival in Charlottetown on November 2 and 3 to celebrate the birthdays of its two founders, the Bab and Baha’u’llah. Two key themes will be highlighted.

“Our Inherent Oneness” will be celebrated at an arts event on November 2 at 3 pm at the Baha’i Centre (20

significant number of Irish actors.

The Irish Film Club is currently being piloted with one film per month, but the plan is to expand to at least two films monthly at City Cinema by April 2025. On April 18, 2025, the Society will celebrate its 200th anniversary. Since 41,000 Islanders (out of 174,000, according to the 2021 census) claim Irish descent, a strong turnout for these films is expected.

The following Irish films have been shown at City Cinema so far this year: Barry Lyndon (1975) directed by Stanley Kubrick; Butcher Boy (1997) directed by Neil Jordan; A Date for Mad Mary (2016) directed by Darren Thornton; Sing Street (2016) directed by John Carney; and The Quiet Man (1952) directed by John Ford.

Watch for upcoming films in The Buzz and online at citycinema.ca.

Lapthorne Ave). A variety of performances and artworks on the event’s theme will be shared, light refreshments will be served, and food donations for the Food Bank are welcome.

“Our Joyful Diversity” will be a multicultural showcase and potluck supper on November 3 at 3 pm at the Farm Centre (420 University Ave).

All are welcome. For more information or to get involved, call or text 902-626-7419.

Halloween extravaganza

Entertainment, community engagement and education

The Guild will be transformed into a raucous, wild celebration of cult cinema with a special screening event of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 28, 29, and 30 from 7–10 pm. This isn’t just any screening. Audiences are invited to get fully involved with live audience participation, making the night an interactive spectacle. Don their finest costumes, dust off their fishnets and glitter because there will be prizes for the best costumes. And, of course,

SCREEN

Silent Movie Day

To mark Silent Movie Day, Roving Picture Shows will screen the silent movie The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari with live musical accompaniment by an Island Jazz musician at Harmony House in Hunter River on September 29 at 2:30 pm. Doors open at 2 pm. The Harmony House Lounge on the lower level will be open for drinks after the performance, but the kitchen will be closed. harmonyhousepei.com

Afternoon Movie

Visit the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre for an afternoon movie on October 1 at 1 pm. This month they will screen The Bride of Frankenstein. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Anime Club (18+)

Watch popular anime and chat about it with some pals at the Charlottetown Library on October 8 at 6 pm. Anime is shown in original Japanese with English subtitles. Participants discuss new releases, what they are currently watching, favourite shows—anything and everything anime. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Charlottetown Burlesque will be bringing their talent to the stage with captivating shadowcast performances. More than just a fun Halloween night out, PEERS Alliance, in collaboration with Charlottetown Burlesque and Pride PEI, will kick off their HIV awareness campaign during the celebration. With entertainment, education, and community engagement rolled into one, this promises to be a night that’s not only fun but meaningful.

Eptek Film Series

The Friends of Eptek Centre’s Lunchtime Film Series continues until the end of April. The films, some new and some from late Friend Blanche Hogg, are screened on Thursdays at noon in the main gallery at Eptek Art & Culture Centre in Summerside. There is no charge for the film presentation. Upcoming screenings include: Carved with Love: The Glorious Grinling Gibbons on October 17, Our Planet – Forests on October 24, and Carved with Love: The Divine Craft of Carpentry on October 31. 130 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside.

The Heartstopper Club

Teens aged 13–18 who are fans of the television series Heartstopper are invited to join the Heartstopper Club. Meet at the Charlottetown Library on October 27 at 1 pm for a discussion about Season 3. Share thoughts and opinions while making light-up leaf garlands. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Monday Movie

Watch a movie on the big screen in the auditorium at the Charlottetown Library on October 28 at 6 pm. This month’s film is the classic cult horror movie The Blair Witch Project (Rated R). Popcorn is provided while supplies last. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

(L–R): Tim Curry, Barry Bostwick and Susan Sarandon in The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Charlottetown Film Fest

New programming director and the return of the Film Forum

The 10th annual Charlottetown Film Festival (ChFF) will take place from October 17–20 at City Cinema, with generous support from the Charlottetown Film Society. This year’s festival will introduce its new programming director, showcase feature films from across the country, highlight a new international spotlight, and much more, including the return of the Charlottetown Film Forum.

Sean Maheux Galway is the new programming director, joining ChFF from previous programming roles at the Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF), the Vancouver Queer Film Festival, and the Toronto Irish Film Festival. Galway, a film programmer and producer currently based in Halifax/Kjipuktuk, has also coordinated film industry content for WIFTAtlantic, Lunenburg Doc Fest, and the AIFF Partners co-production market.

Feature films at ChFF2024 will showcase titles from across Canada, with several Atlantic premieres.

The festival will open with Matt and Mara, directed by Kazik Radwanski and starring Matt Johnson (Blackberry and the upcoming Anthony Bourdain biopic TONY) and Deragh Campbell (Anne at 13,000 Feet). The closing night film is Sharp Corner (winner of Best Film, Best Director, and Best Cinematography at AIFF), directed by acclaimed Nova Scotian filmmaker Jason Buxton and starring Ben Foster and Cobie Smulders.

Other program highlights include Universal Language by Matthew Rankin (People’s Choice Award at Cannes Directors Fortnight, Canadian Oscars submission for Best International Film), Drive Back Home from New Brunswick (directed by Michael Clowater and starring Alan Cumming), and Seeds an Indigenous comedic thriller directed by and starring Kaniehtiio Horn (Who’s Yer Father? and Letterkenny).

New to the festival this year is an international spotlight: ChFF is bringing the documentary Housewife of the Year to PEI for its Canadian premiere. Following the real-life story behind the housewife pageants held from the

1960s–1990s, this wry documentary sheds light on the troubled gender politics of Ireland and the bonds formed between women across the Emerald Isle.

Celebrating music in film, ChFF will present Teaches of Peaches (Best Documentary, Berlin Film Festival), a fiery portrait of Canadian electroclash icon Peaches. The film follows her 20th anniversary tour and tells the story of her career and the album that influenced a generation of feminist and queer culture and music around the world.

The short film programmes showcase emerging and established talent, while bringing a diversity of perspectives and filmmaking styles to inspire surprising conversations. ChFF 2024 will feature over 20 titles from across Canada and the East Coast—including new films from PEI filmmakers Millefiore Clarkes, Teresa Kuo, and Logan Fulford.

The Charlottetown Film Forum returns for its second year alongside the festival, offering three days of workshops and panel discussions for filmmakers and industry professionals. The lineup will include panels on making comedy television in Canada, creating memorable characters across formats, and in-depth discussions on the independent film landscape, among other topics. New this year, attendees can book limited one-on-one meetings with decision-makers. The Forum will also host networking mixers and community events, providing plenty of opportunities to connect after ChFF screenings. Centered on independent filmmaking strategies, the Film Forum is designed for Islanders to create stories at home while bringing the Canadian industry to PEI to peel back the curtain on the creative, production, and financing aspects of filmmaking. A full schedule will be released closer to the festival.

Visit charlottetownfilmfest.com to buy tickets, all-access passes, and a detailed schedule. Follow @CtownFF on FB and @charlottetownfilmfest on IG for updates.

Islander

a pprec I at I on s ale

Starts Saturday, Oct 12 to Sunday, Oct 20 9am - 6pm

In the Cafe, lunch daily until Oct 20

Dinner service

Oct 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18 & 19

RSVP please 902 672 1883

The Dunes will cover the HST on Eve LLyndorah Jewellery, Peter Jansons Gold Jewellery and The Island Art Gallery during the sale.

Galleries and gardens open daily through to October 31 9am-6pm gallery gardens & café

@ thedunesstudiogallery dunesgallery.ca

PHOTOS SUBMITTED

(L–R): PEI filmmakers Millefiore Clarkes, Teresa Kuo and Logan Fulford will have works showcased in the short film programmes

Welcome to City Cinema from The Charlottetown Film Society

City Cinema is owned and operated by our non-profit Society. We welcome donations, and can provide tax receipts. 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.

Subject to Change

Film availability and showtimes are subject to change. Please check our website and book tickets in advance.

Rent City Cinema

City Cinema is available for rent for private film viewings! We provide the projectionist and will have 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.

Admission

Regular $12

Member $9

65 and over $10

14 and under $ 8

We now accept credit cards online and both debit and credit at the cinema Annual membership - $25.00

After Hours

September 30–October 2

14A. Dir: Martin Scorsese US, 1985, 97 min. Dick Miller, Griffin Dunne, Rosanna Arquette

“A quiet New York computer programmer travels downtown to SoHo for a vaguely arranged date. Losing his taxi fare en route is only the first of the night’s many increasingly menacing situations, with neurotic New Yorkers all apparently determined to prevent his returning home alive. Scorsese’s screwball comedy is perhaps his most frightening picture as Dunne slowly but inexorably sinks into a whirlpool of mad and murderous emotions; but a tight and witty script and perfectly tuned performances, perilously balanced between normality and insanity, keep the laughs flowing, while the direction is as polished and energetic as ever… Inventive film-making of the first order.” —Geoff Andrew, Time Out (UK)

Strange Darling

October 3–6

14A, sexual violence, gory scenes. Dir: JT Mollner, US, 2024, 96 min. Willa Fitzgerald, Kyle Gallner, Madisen Beaty

“Ruthlessly surprising and uncompromising and thus best seen with as little prior knowledge as possible it’s an electric thriller with blood on its hands, flesh in its mouth, and deviance on its mind… The introduction sets the ominous scene: Between 2018-2020, America’s most prolific serial killer embarked on a multi-state slaughter from Colorado to Oregon, and this saga is the final chapter of that spree. Beginning in the thick of things, Strange Darling stymies easy readings from the start, and that continues as the Demon, a mustached young man in a black-and-red flannel jacket, black T-shirt, and sunglasses, thwarts the Lady’s automotive getaway, thereby initiating a chase through the woods… Strange Darling hums because Fitzgerald and Gallner expertly walk a fine line between innocent and deadly. Alternately sweet and sadistic, both actors captivate through canny withholding, their characters entrancing in large part because it’s impossible to get a

complete read on them… Between its dreamy close-ups, overhead compositions, non-linear editing, and instances of black-and-white cinematography, the film puts an emphasis on style, and yet it always uses its showy devices as mechanisms for suspense.” —Nick Schager, The Daily Beast

The Critic

October 6–10

14A, mature themes. Dir: Anand Tucker, UK/US, 2024, 95 min. Ian McKellan, Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong.

“Jimmy Erskine is the most feared and famous theatre critic in 1930s London, saving his most savage takedowns for Nina Land, an already unsure leading lady. He takes pleasure in ritually tearing her down, a practice that has further eroded her fragile sense of confidence. As a gay man forever at the mercy of laws that prohibit his very existence, Jimmy is living life on the edge, indulging in sex with strangers while showboating his flamboyance in writing. But when his newspaper’s proprietor dies, Jimmy is told to be careful, to avoid falling foul of his new boss by cutting down on the cattiness and when his job security becomes even more precarious, he’s forced to turn to Nina for help… The many withering critiques of Nina’s acting provide a great many laughs and there’s a real infectious sense of debauched fun to the world that’s set up, tagging along with McKellen’s vile and self-important egotist drunkenly parading around the West End, handsome man and notebook in tow… McKellen devours every scene, [in] a deliciously caustic turn that will provide him with nothing but the finest notices.” - Benjamin Lee, The Guardian “Ian McKellen makes Jimmy simultaneously despicable, understandable and wholly entertaining. When he gets a hold of this part, there’s nothing a critic can do but nod in approval.” —Steve Pond, The Wrap

A Different Man

October 11–15

14A, sexual content, gory scenes. Dir: Aaron Schimberg, US, 2024, 112 min. Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve, Adam Pearson

“A Different Man follows Edward, a struggling New York actor who lives with neurofibromatosis. The effects of the condition are both psychological, Edward is shy and conflict-avoidant out of fear of how people might react to his face, and practical: his “tumors”

will continue to grow, obstructing his sight and hearing. Edward enrolls in an experimental procedure that will cure him without surgery, and… wakes up one day now looking like Sebastian Stan… The secret that everyone knows quickly becomes clear: life is easier for the objectively, conventionally attractive... When he discovers his former neighbor Ingrid has written a play titled “Edward” about her relationship with who he used to be, he is easily cast, beating out other actors still living with facial differences despite his mediocre audition. His situation is further complicated when Adam Pearson’s Oswald arrives; though he has the same condition Edward once did, Edward’s meekness is matched by Oswald’s confidence and charisma. It’s a hell of a premise, and it’s one that Schimberg is committed to taking to a 10… Much has been made of the downfall of the big, studio comedy in the past decade, but A Different Man is at home in an emerging trend of dark, surrealist, comedic works.”

—Drew Gillis, AV Club

Compulsus

October 16

14A, violence. Dir: Tara Thorne, Canada, 2022, 81 min. Lesley Smith, Kathleen Dorian, Kathryn McCormack

Includes Q&A with director Tara Thorne.

An incendiary feminist drama for the Me Too era, Compulsus is what happens when one woman decides it’s time for change. Wally lives a decent, steady, unremarkable life. She works from home, has daily phone calls with her sister, writes poetry, dates women. Yet even as a woman who doesn’t date men, there is something roiling beneath, as it has roiled for generations. There’s no inciting personal incident, but after a lifetime of daily, constant, incremental misogyny, Wally makes a choice. When she has a chance run-in with a known abuser, she attacks him physically. Despite her sloppiness and poor planning, she gets away with it. So she does it again. And again. And again.

Charlottetown Film Festival

Oct 17–20

Welcome to ChFF24! The Charlottetown Film Society proudly presents the 10th Annual Charlottetown Film Festival from October 17–20 at City Cinema. The festival is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating films from and about Atlantic Canada. We warmly welcome filmmakers and film fans to screenings, receptions and industry events. Head to www. charlottetownfilmfest.com for full schedule and ticket info.

The Outrun

October 21–25

14A, language. Dir: Nora Fingscheidt, UK, 2024, 118 min. Saoirse Ronan, Jack Lowden, Sarah Brocklehurst

“Not yet 30 and already with four Oscar nominations to her name, Saoirse Ronan may yet be up for a fifth for this towering turn as Rona, a chaotic alcoholic attempting to recentre herself back home on wind-blasted Orkney. We meet Rona already a few sheets to the wind in an emptying London bar… The harm caused by Rona’s self-destructive spiral is painfully etched on the face of her loving partner Daynin. Instantly believable as a young couple with high hopes, it’s grim to see the increasingly mean Rona pushing Daynin away after a rock-bottom crash of broken glass... Not that Rona’s retreat home is without its trials. Her farmer father has struggled with depression related to his bipolar diagnosis since she was a young girl. In a film full of departures, this pressure drove her mother from him and into the arms of the particular brand of happy-clappy religion favoured by the Scottish Isles. Smothered by their burdens, Rona skips out again, finding solace in one of the isles’ barely inhabited outcrops. Here she can finally lose herself to the beats she once spun drunkenly to in clubs, but now blasts on headphones while inspecting flotsam and jetsam on blustery beaches… Lit up in a glow of stormy sea spray, Orkney is majestic. As is the mighty Ronan.” —Stephen A Russell, Time Out

City Cinema and The Benevolent Irish Society present:

The Watchers

October 27, 4 pm

14A, mild violence. Dir: Ishana Shyamalan, US, 2024, 102 min. Dakota Fanning, Georgina Campbell, Oliver Finnegan

HALLOWEEN HORROR WEEK

The Shining

October 26, 27, 29

18A, violence, strong language. Dir: Stanley Kubrick, US, 1980, 146 min. Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd

A family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter, where a sinister presence influences the father into violence. At the same time, his psychic son sees horrifying forebodings from both the past and the future.

Night of the Living Dead

October 26, 29, 31

14A, violence. Dir: George A Romero, US, 1968, 96 min. Duane Jones, Judith O’Dea, Karl Hardman

A ragtag group of Pennsylvanians barricade themselves in an old farmhouse to remain safe from a horde of flesh-eating ghouls that are ravaging the Northeast of the United States

The Exorcist

October 27, 31

18A, strong language. disturbing images. Dir: William Friedkin, US, 1973, 122 min. Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair

When a mysterious entity possesses a young girl, her mother seeks the help of two Catholic priests to save her life.

A Nightmare on Elm Street

October 28, 30

R, violence, gore. Dir: Wes Craven, US, 1984, 91 min. Heather LangenKamp, Johnny Depp, Robert Englund

in which if they die, it kills them in real life.

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

October 28, 30

R, violence, gore, nudity. Dir: Chuck Russell, US, 1987, 96 min. Heather Langenkamp, Robert Englund

A psychiatrist, familiar with knife-wielding dream demon, Freddy Krueger, helps teens at a mental hospital battle the killer who is invading their dreams.

Be sure to follow us on our social media pages for up-to-date reminders and updates to our schedule.

Email info@citycinema.ca to sign up for our newsletter and stay in the know with all the goings on!

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October 17–20 Charlottetown Film Festival charlottetownfilmfestival.com

The Outrun

The Outrun

The Outrun

The Outrun

The Outrun

The Shining Night of the Living Dead

The Watchers

The Exorcist

The Shining Nightmare on Elm St Nightmare on Elm St

3: Dream Warriors Night of the Living Dead

The Shining Nightmare on Elm St Nightmare on Elm St 3: Dream Warriors Night of the Living Dead

The Shining

A 28-year-old artist (Dakota Fanning) gets stranded in an expansive, untouched forest in western Ireland. When Mina finds shelter, she unknowingly becomes trapped alongside three strangers who are watched and stalked by mysterious creatures each night. You can’t see

Teenager Nancy Thompson must uncover the dark truth concealed by her parents after she and her friends become targets of the spirit of a serial killer with a bladed glove in their dreams,

Everything is Poa

Jamey Glasnovic book launch—Oct 19

Rocky Mountain Books author Jamey Glasnovic will read from his new book Everything is Poa: One Man’s Search for Peace and Purpose in East Africa at a free event on October 19 from 7:30–10 pm at the Belfast Rec Centre. Glasnovic will be joined by musical guests Todd MacLean, Amanda Jackson, Katie McGarry, and Dan Currie.

Now residing in Mount Buchanan, PEI, Glasnovic was born in Montreal, Quebec, in 1968. A family trip to Spain when he was seven sparked his passion for travel, leading to explorations in Australia, Japan, Mexico, Ireland, Singapore, Hong Kong, Romania, Tanzania, Rwanda, Nepal, Tibet, and the Bahamas, as well as 26 provinces, territories, and states in Canada and the US. After relocating to Canmore, Alberta in 2004, Glasnovic freelanced for newspapers like the Banff Crag & Canyon, the Canmore Leader, and Rocky Mountain Outlook, while continuing to explore. He authored Lost and Found: Adrift in the Canadian Rockies and A Few Feet Short: An Uncommon Journey to Everest

Everything is Poa will be released on October 8.

The Belfast Rec Centre is located at 3033 Garfield Road. The bar is cash only, with cash or credit accepted at the book and art table.

Bookmark presents

Events hosted by Charlottetown independent bookstore

Annual Bookmark Soirée

Featuring the 2024 Readerity Talk

with author Lisa Alward

October 1, 7 pm

The annual Bookmark Soirée will be held in Studio One at the Confederation Centre of the Arts on October 1 at 7 pm. Along with hors d’oeuvres, wine, and conversation with other book people, the evening’s highlight will be the 2024 Bookmark Readerity Talk, featuring Fredericton author Lisa Alward in conversation with Deirdre Kessler and John Flood.

The Readerity Series, now in its sixth year, is a Bookmark initiative aimed at promoting books and reading. The idea is to give voice to Atlantic Canadian authors and their thoughts on the value of books and reading. Each author’s contribution is preserved in a limited-edition chapbook, which is given away for free at the annual Readerity Talk.

The inspiration for Readerity evolved over several years through Bookmark’s interactions with James Roy, David Denby, Merilyn Simonds, Sheree Fitch, Andrew Steeves, Gary Dunfield and John Flood, who coined the word Readerity, and allowed Bookmark to use it.

Lisa Alward’s short fiction has appeared in The Journey Prize and twice in Best Canadian Stories. She has won the Fiddlehead Prize and the Peter Hinchcliffe Fiction Award, been a finalist for The Malahat Review’s Open Season Award, and received an honourable mention in the Peter Hinchcliffe Award. She has also appeared on numerous longlists, including for the CBC Story Prize and Prism International’s Jacob Zilber Prize (three times). Born and raised in Halifax, NS, Alward completed an English degree at the University of Toronto and an MA at Queen Mary College in London, England.

After moving to Fredericton, New Brunswick, she began writing stories at age 50. Cocktail (Biblioasis) is her debut collection and the winner of the 2023 Danuta Gleed Literary Award, the New Brunswick 2023 Mrs. Dunster’s Award for Fiction, and longlisted for the 2024 Carol Shields Prize for Fiction.

In Loving Riddles

A celebration of Joe Sherman’s legacy

October 8, 7 pm

Bookmark is hosting the launch of In Loving Riddles: Selected Poems of Joseph Sherman. The event will take place at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery on October 8 at 7 pm and will include poetry readings and remembrances from Brian Bartlett and members of the PEI poetry community.

In Loving Riddles, edited by Bartlett, celebrates the literary legacy of the late PEI poet Joe Sherman. His works range from fine-tuned miniatures to expansive, multi-part poems, and his diction spans from common speech to rarely encountered language.

According to Bartlett, “Joseph Sherman was a writer of great verbal vigour and wide-ranging empathy. Grounded in Jewish heritage and Maritime roots, his poems are filled with family life, natural settings, and moments of history. For many years, Joe lived and worked in Charlottetown as the inspired editor of ArtsAtlantic One poem of his says, ‘There are days / when we forget to mourn, / and celebrate despite ourselves.’ The time is ripe for his majestic accomplishment in poetry to reach new readers.”

Sherman was a Jewish Canadian poet, columnist, curator, and visual arts editor. He was the author of nine books of poetry including Beautiful Veins, published by Acorn Press, the editor of the Arts Atlantic magazine for 21 years and a member of the Order of Canada.

He was born in Bridgewater, NS and lived in Charlottetown, PEI where he is survived by his wife Ann and his children Matthew and Rebekah.

An Evening with Ted Barris

New Book Launch

October 30, 6:30 pm

Bookmark will welcome Ted Barris to Charlottetown for the launch of his new book Battle of Britain: Canadian Airmen in Their Finest Hour. The event, which will take place in the Rotary Auditorium of the Charlottetown Library on October 30 at 6:30 pm, is open to everyone.

“Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few,” are Churchill’s words that set the 113 days of the Battle of Britain in the summer of 1940 apart from all others, as the greatest aerial battle in history.

As the German Luftwaffe sought to destroy the Royal Air Force, gain air superiority, and invade the British Isles, Commonwealth fighter pilots scrambled from UK airfields day after day and flew Hurricane and Spitfire fighter aircraft to thwart Hitler’s plan. They won, but paid dearly.

In this book of nonfiction, Barris has assembled unknown stories of Canadian airmen, ground crew, as well as engineers, aeronautical designers, medical officers and civilians, who answered the call and turned back the very real threat of Nazi invasion. The outcome of the Battle of Britain is known, but now readers meet the Canadians who helped secure victory in the first last-stand of WWII.

Barris has published 22 non-fiction books, half of them wartime histories. His book The Great Escape: A Canadian Story won the 2014 Libris Award as Best Non-Fiction Book in Canada; Dam Busters: Canadian Airmen and the Secret Raid Against Nazi Germany received the 2018 NORAD Trophy from the RCAF Association; Rush to Danger: Medics in the Line of Fire was long-listed for the 2020 Charles Taylor Prize for NonFiction in Canada; and his book Battle of the Atlantic: Gauntlet to Victory was published in 2022, the same year that Barris was appointed member of the Order of Canada.

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Joe Sherman

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Lisa Alward

Ted Barris

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Jamey Glasnovic

A gift of Island Poetry

From YEAR ONE

Darkness before frost, the moon humpbacked among clouds. Hands chilled, I search in the wet leaves, pull green tomatoes from the stalks. Minute by minute morning sun inches into the shadows, frost flowers vanish, dew glitters on the cold green grass. A dozen white geese at rest, their necks turned, beaks tucked among feathers: twelve white pillows in a field, all on a Saturday morning. Nearby black sheep graze.

—David Helwig

David Helwig (1938–2018) was the former poet laureate of PEI and the author of more than thirty books or fiction and poetry. Reprinted with permission from Year One (Gaspereau Press, 2004).

Each month Bren Simmers selects a poem by an Island poet for The Buzz

Violet Hour: PEI

With Hideout writer-in-residence Christopher DiRaddo

Join The Hideout’s inaugural writer-in-residence, Christopher DiRaddo, for Violet Hour: PEI, an evening of writing, community, and celebration in support of the Queer Youth Writing Club. The free event will take place on October 10 from 7–8:30 pm at the Gallery Coffee House and Bistro in Charlottetown. Everyone is welcome.

Christopher DiRaddo, based in Montreal, is the author of The Family Way (2021) and has been shortlisted for the F.G. Bressani Literary Prize, and The Geography of Pluto (2014). In 2014, he created the Violet Hour Reading Series & Book Club, which has provided a platform for more than 250 LGBTQ writers in Canada.

Joining Chris at Violet Hour: PEI will be Island writers and recent Susan Buchanan Hideout scholarship winners Vanessa Bradley, Debbie Langston, LJ Lawlor, and Julie Bull, as well as local author Hayden Little. The evening will feature short readings, a Q&A session with DiRaddo, and an opportunity to connect with the writers. Light refreshments will be served. Donations to the Queer Youth Writing Club will be accepted, and books will be available for sale.

The Queer Youth Writing Club was

READERS

Summerside Book Club

Join book club members for a lively discussion about some of today’s most thought-provoking books. Pick up a copy of the latest book club selection at the main circulation desk. The next meetings are September 28 and October 26 at 2 pm. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Eptek Book Club

The Eptek Art & Culture Centre Book Club will meet on October 3 at 4 pm to discuss The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside.

Silent Book Club

Silent Book Club will meet at the Charlottetown Library on October 6 from 1:30–3:30 pm and at Upstreet Craft Brewing in Charlottetown on October 23 from 6–8 pm. There is no assigned reading at Silent Book Club—audiobooks, ebooks, textbooks, comic books it’s bring-your-own-book. Everyone settles in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not. On October 23, the

created in collaboration between the PEIWG and PEERS Alliance to provide an intentional, comfortable, safe space for 2SLGBTQ+ youth aged 12–18 to learn and grow in their writing. In 2023, the Club produced an anthology titled Are We Friends Now?, which won a PEI Arts Award.

Violet Hour: PEI is a partnership between The Hideout, Violet Hour, PEERS Alliance, and the PEI Writers’ Guild.

Club will begin at 6 pm with 30 minutes of socializing and participants can introduce themselves and share what book they are reading.

Book’in it Walking Club

Meet at the Summerside Library on October 8 at 10 am for a 20-minute stroll and then head inside to discuss the latest reading selection. Register in advance (902-436-7323) and get a copy of the current book selection at the front desk. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Book Lovers Book Club

This next meeting for this informal conversation-style book club is at 6 pm on October 15 at the Charlottetown Library. Participants talk about the books they are currently reading, get recommendations, and share their love of reading with fellow certified book lovers. Register in advance (902-368-4642). 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Monday Book Club

The Book Club will meet at the Charlottetown Library on October 21 at 6 pm to discuss Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn. Visit the welcome desk to register and pick up a copy of the latest book club selection. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Treaty Day Mawio’mi

Second annual event at Eastlink Centre—Oct 1

The second annual Treaty Day Mawio’mi will be held at Eastlink Centre in Charlottetown on October 1. from 12 noon to 5 pm.

Hundreds of Indigenous singers, drummers, vendors, and artisans will come together with Islanders to mark Treaty Day.

This event commemorates the Peace and Friendship Treaties and offers a unique opportunity for all Islanders to engage with and learn about the rich culture and traditions of the Mi’kmaq.

The word “Mawio’mi” signifies a gathering, a celebration, and a coming together. Treaty Day is a reminder of the importance of treaties, which were

LECTURES

Research on Tap

UPEI will host Research on Tap with a presentation titled “Render unto Caesar: Catholics and the Alt-Right” on October 2 at 6 pm in the taproom at Upstreet Brewery. Dr. Ariana Patey, assistant professor, Dept of Religious Studies, Faculty of Arts, is the guest speaker for the event. Research on Tap is a discussion series featuring UPEI researchers and is open to students, faculty, staff, and the general public. There is no charge and all are welcome to attend. 41 Allen St, Charlottetown.

Island Lecture Series

Hosted by the Institute of Island Studies at UPEI, the Island Lecture Series will celebrate the launch of Finding Home at the Harbour by Barbara Palmer Rousseau on October 22 at 7 pm in the faculty lounge of UPEI’s Main Building. The event will feature a discussion of St. Peters Harbour, PEI. Weaving natural history with her personal story and illustrations, the presentation will highlight

made to ensure peaceful coexistence and mutual prosperity.

Pjilita’qw Ta’n Te’sioq. (All are welcome)

the resilience of the Island and its inhabitants to environmental change. Barbara is currently completing a Master of Arts in Island Studies (MAIS) at UPEI, studying the environmental history of PEI’s North Shore dunes and the implications for the Island’s future. The event is free, and all are welcome to attend. Books will be available for purchase.

Belfast Historical Society Lecture Series

The Belfast Historical Society resumes its lecture series with guest speaker Reg “Dutch” Thompson on October 24 at 7 pm. Dutch Thompson, a well-known Island storyteller, folklorist, and CBC Radio personality, has collected over 900 hours of recordings from Islanders and Maritimers born between 1895–1925. These recordings have inspired two books (with a third in progress) and more than 1500 broadcasts of his popular CBC Charlottetown segment, Bygone Days. He also worked for years as a lighting designer at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Dutch has generously shared his research and stories with audiences across PEI and eastern Nova Scotia. Over 500 hours of his recordings are available online at UPEI’s Robertson Library. In recognition of his efforts to preserve PEI’s oral history, Dutch recently received an Honorary Doctorate from UPEI and the prestigious Order of PEI. He and his wife, former CBC reporter Jill Birtwhistle, live in Bunbury, PEI. His hour-long presentation, “Funny Stories from Old Pals,” features entertaining narratives, photos, and audio clips from his personal archives. The presentation and lunch will be held in the Sinclair MacTavish Room at the Belfast Recreation Centre, 3033 Garfield Rd, Belfast. Admission is by donation, with proceeds supporting the restoration of the old Belle River Church of Scotland. Info: mmckenna@hollandcollege.com

Barbara Palmer Rouseau

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2024 Symons Medal

Four former premiers will speak about creating a harmonious country, embracing change, Indigenous self-governance, Quebec affirmation, and more at Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA) on October 15 to mark the 20th anniversary of the Symons Medal Presentation and Lecture, the 60th anniversary of the Centre, and the 160th anniversary of the Charlottetown Conference.

The Symons Medal is a prestigious award that recognizes individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to Canadian life. Held annually, the medal presentation and its associated lecture offer a national platform for eminent Canadians to discuss the nation’s current state and prospects using themes related to their professional pursuits.

This year, the Symons Medal will be awarded to four former premiers: Christy Clark, 35th premier of British Columbia; Dr. Philippe Couillard, 31st premier of Quebec; Joseph Handley, 10th premier of the Northwest Territories; and Frank McKenna, 27th premier of New Brunswick and 20th Canadian Ambassador to the United States of America.

The Symons Medal Lecture is typically delivered by one person, but this year’s event will feature a new format. Each medallist will give a short lecture and then join a panel discussion.

Clark will comment on divisiveness in politics and the lessons she learned during her time as premier. Couillard will ruminate on Quebec’s distinct history and culture, and the importance of finding unity in a polarizing society. Handley will speak about significant events, agreements, and developments that have shaped the role of Indigenous people in Canada and the North. And McKenna will reflect on

the rapidly changing world and deliver a hopeful message about Canada’s achievements and future potential.

The panel discussion will be moderated by Rosemary Barton, an award-winning journalist and CBC’s chief political correspondent.

The Symons Medal is named after the late Professor Thomas H.B. Symons, the founding president of Trent University and a long-time board member and supporter of CCOA. Symons was widely recognized for his work in the field of Canadian Studies, particularly in the areas of public policy, heritage, and education.

The 2024 Symons Medal Presentation and Lecture will take place at CCOA on October 15 at 1 pm and will also be livestreamed on the Centre’s YouTube and Facebook channels. There is no cost to attend the lecture, but patrons must have a ticket to enter the event. Tickets can be booked at confederationcentre.com or 1-800-565-0278, and in person at the box office. Donations can be made to the Symons Trust Endowment Fund of the CCOA Foundation.

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(clockwise from top-left): Christy Clark, Philippe Couillard, Frank McKenna and Joseph Handley. (centre): Rosemary Barton

PEI BOOKS

the currents that carry us

Curated by Roxanne Fernandes

Curated by Roxanne Fernandes and supported by RBC Foundation, the currents that carry us is a new exhibition catalogue published by the Confederation Centre Art Gallery. It features works by Alex Antle, Carley Mullally, Emily Shaw, Jordan Beaulieu, Morgan Possberg Denne, Natalie Michelle Goulet, Nicole Rampersaud, and Somnia Lucent—eight emerging artists with origins or long-standing relationships to the provinces of Atlantic Canada.

Bilingual and colourful, the currents that carry us pursues storytelling that isn’t rooted in written or spoken word. The artists take the expectations of the medium and they twist it—building new and experimental ways of storytelling which match the variable ways people remember place: through smell, touch, sound, and sight. The catalogue is a contemporary and interdisciplinary take on storytelling explored through such material manipulation. Ultimately, these stories converge around what the provinces share: the water that flows around the land and what it takes away, leaves, and teaches.

You Don’t Need Followers to Be a Leader:

Embracing the Spirit of Leadership in the Age of Influence and Narcissism

Sebastien Richard

PEI author and personal growth teacher Sebastien Richard recently released his second leadership book, You Don’t Need Followers to Be a Leader: Embracing the Spirit of Leadership in the Age of Influence and Narcissism. It is available online at Amazon. Is it possible to be a genuine leader without followers? Conversely, is it possible to have followers and not be a leader? According to Richard, the answer is yes. By questioning conventional wisdom and demystifying

leadership misconceptions, he challenges the mainstream belief that leadership requires followers and explores how one can lead without them. Presenting a proactive, independent, and stoic approach to leadership development, You Don’t Need Followers to Be a Leader is unapologetic, insightful, and shocking.

Butter Tart Island

Hope Dalvay

PEI author Hope Dalvay will release her latest book, Butter Tart Island in October.

Twelve-year-old Jane Smith isn’t surprised when her parents announce they’re relocating. This is nothing new. Every few years, they move to a different street in their city, in search of the perfect home. But even Jane is shocked when her parents rely on a dart thrown at a map of Canada to determine their

next move. Just where is Fare Thee Well, Prince Edward Island, anyway? Never mind. The Dart of Destiny has spoken. It’s far away, and that’s all that matters. Jane arrives on PEI at the worst possible time: the horrible, terrible, dreadful winter of 2015. Historic blizzards transform Canada’s smallest province into one long snowbank. Living there is like being trapped in a snow globe. Not to mention, it’s the middle of the schoolyear. Not exactly the best time to make new friends. Everything changes for Jane when she becomes pen pals with Random Radcliff from the micronation, Butter Tart Island.

Everything is Poa:

One Man’s Search for Peace and Purpose in East Africa

Jamey Glasnovic

Everything is Poa: One Man’s Search for Peace and Purpose in East Africa by PEI-based author Jamey Glasnovic will be released on October 8 via Rocky Mountain Books.

Ever an atypical adventurer, Glasnovic was never likely to set records crossing the Arctic, or attempt new and audacious routes up remote peaks. Like a laid-back Indiana Jones, a dive bar in Kathmandu or Dar es Salaam counts as a good day out for this life-long traveler. A profound belief in the power of exploring new lands and landscapes motivates him to continually seek out new experiences. A desire to understand the connection all humans have to their surroundings compels him to explore foreign cultures and unfamiliar terrain.

In his third book, Everything Is Poa (poa means “good” in Swahili), Glasnovic tests his physical limits and leaps outside of his comfort zone. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro was a good start, but it is the misadventures on his bicycle in Tanzania and Rwanda

that define the journey. Along the way, he is awed by the warmth and generosity of the people he meets, as well as the spectacular wildlife of the African continent. The journey makes for an extraordinary experience that changes him forever, and will inspire readers to plot their own life-altering expeditions

Stories from PEI’s Past

Author Theresa Redmond at Bonshaw Hall—Nov 3

Striking Stories from PEI’s Past, will take place at Bonshaw Hall on November 3 at 2 pm.

Theresa Redmond, author of the historical fiction novel Bound, will share stories of Island history, highlighting influential yet little-known women like Suzanne Torianno. She will also reveal lesser-known aspects of the early colonial period on PEI, including the role of women, the influence of Quakers, the inhumanity of slavery, and other factors that shaped the Island’s culture.

Redmond’s presentation will be enriched by Scott Parsons, an Order of PEI recipient and co-founder of the Black Cultural Society of PEI. Along with Em Peters, Parsons will share PEI’s Black history through his stories and songs.

A Q&A will follow and copies of Redmond’s novel will be available for purchase. Admission is by donation with proceeds supporting the Hall.

Eerie stories

Charlottetown Library hosts Halloween inspired readings

Teens and adults are invited to the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre on October 23 from 6–7 pm for ghost stories from near and far, told by Cameron Bennett MacDonald and Becca Griffin. On October 26 at 1 pm, families are invited to the Children’s Program Room for a spook-tacular storytime. Costumes are encouraged. The Library is located at 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

World Architecture Day

Discussing the works of William Harris in Charlottetown

Keynote speaker Gregory Munn, President of Munn Architecture Inc, will discuss William Harris’ Charlottetown legacy at a free event celebrating World Architecture Day on October 7.

Greg founded Munn Architecture Inc in 2022, establishing his practice in his ancestral home on PEI. With over 30 years of experience in preservation, rehabilitation, and heritage conservation, he brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to every project. As a member of the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals, Greg has extensive expertise in the history of William Harris’s architectural works on PEI.

During the event, Greg will explore the remarkable works of the famous Canadian architect, William Critchlow Harris, inside one of Harris’s renowned designs, Central Christian Church, located at 223 Kent Street in Charlottetown. The event will begin at 7 pm in the original Harris Sanctuary.

William Critchlow Harris, RCA (1854–1913), was one of the most

prolific architects to work in PEI. His distinctive style is evident in his many private homes, commercial and public buildings, and his famous churches across the Island. In 1880, Harris began work on the first of many PEI churches, continuing to design landmark churches into the 1900s. His architectural style was influenced by the principles of Classicism and Romanticism, and his early work, including his first design—Beaconsfield House in Charlottetown (1877)—was in the Second Empire style.

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Gregory Munn, Munn Architecture Inc.

COMMUNITY

Trucks for Kids fundraiser for BGC Charlottetown

The City of Charlottetown has partnered with BGC Charlottetown, formerly known as the Boys and Girls Club of Charlottetown, for Trucks for Kids fundraiser. This event offers children and families the chance to explore large vehicles up close, including fire trucks, police cars, tractors, and more. Taking place on October 5 from 2–5 pm at the Charlottetown Event Grounds, the fundraiser will also feature a BBQ, music, and more. Admission is by donation, with proceeds going to BGC Charlottetown. The rain date is October 6.

Haviland 50/50 fundraiser

The Haviland Club is selling tickets for its new fundraiser, the Friends of Farringford 50/50 Draw. Tickets can be purchased online by e-transfer or on-site (2 Haviland St, Charlottetown) from Susan MacDonald. The draw date is November 8. havilandclub.com

Firefighter recruitment applications open

The City of Charlottetown Fire Department is accepting applications for its 2024 volunteer firefighter

recruitment campaign until October 18. Residents over the age of 19 can make an impact in their community by joining a dedicated team responsible for fire safety and emergency preparedness in Charlottetown. All volunteer firefighters receive valuable training, leadership development, insurance coverage, and annual honorariums, while also gaining skills that can be applied to their professional and personal lives. A free public information session will be held at 6 pm on October 7 at Fire Station One. Application packages can be picked up anytime at Charlottetown Fire Station One (89 Kent St) or Station Two (152 St. Peters Rd) between 10 am–2 pm. Info: 902-629-4083; charlottetown.ca/ volunteer_fire_recruitment

Community Connections

Join the Immigrant & Refugee Services Association (IRSA) at the Charlottetown Library for Community Connections. Meet others who share interests in community building. The event takes place on October 3 from 5:30–7:30 pm. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Teen Volunteer Club

Teens aged 13–18 who are looking for volunteer hours or have cool ideas for programs can join the Teen Volunteer Club at the Charlottetown Library. The Club meets every second Monday in the Community Kitchen to plan programs, discuss books, and more. The next meetings are on October 7 and 21 at 4 pm. 97

October 17 at 1 pm. In this hands-on workshop seniors will be introduced to the basics of 3D digital design for 3D printing using Tinkercad. All supplies provided, followed by light refreshments, tea and coffee.

Resources for Veterans

Canadian Veterans and their family members, friends, and community members who recognize the need for professional resources can receive help from the Royal Canadian Legion PEI Command. Reach out at 902-892-2161 or royalcanadianlegion@pei.aibn.com and ask to be referred to the Chairman of Veterans Services.

Health PEI AGM

The public is invited to participate in Health PEI’s Annual General Meeting at 6 pm on October 28 at Delta Charlottetown and join the discussion about health care on PEI. In-person seating is available. To reserve a seat, email ginabeeley@ihis.org or call 902916-0678 by October 25. The event can also be viewed online at healthpei. ca/AnnualMeeting or healthpei.ca/ Generaleannuelle. The Board and Leadership Team want to hear from the community and encourage Islanders to submit questions prior to the event for live answers, as time allows. Questions can be emailed to ginabeeley@ihis.org by October 24 or asked live during the Q&A portion of the AGM. French language interpretation services will be provided on-site.

EAL Conversation Circle

Members of the public can have their technology questions answered at the Charlottetown and Summerside libraries. Bring devices and questions to the Charlottetown Library on Saturdays from 2–4 pm, where teen volunteers will provide tech help. In Summerside, oneon-one tech help is offered on Thursdays at 3 pm. Call the Summerside Library in advance at 902-436-7323 to register.

AA Secular 12-Step Group

The A.A. Secular 12-Step Group offers a secular approach to recovery from alcoholism. Its goal is to support recovery by providing a forum where members can openly identify as agnostic, atheist, or free-thinking, with no requirement to disclose any religious affiliation. The group meets weekly on Thursdays at 6:30 pm at the Beaconsfield Carriage House, 2

libraries.The next Seniors Cafe at the Summerside Library is on October 11 at 11 am. Join for some thrilling tales and a cup of tea or coffee. The next Seniors Café at the Charlottetown Library is on

Congress, as the guest speaker. The bursary is named after Hilda Ramsay, the first woman to run for the provincial legislature.

Island Build Awards

Applications are now open for the Canadian Home Builders’ Association PEI’s Island Build Awards, sponsored by Atlantic Home Warranty. These awards recognize excellence in residential construction across PEI. Categories include Best Kitchen Design, Net Zero Ready Home, Best New Home Under 2500 square feet, Best New Home Over 2500 square feet, Most Transformative Renovation, and the Youth Apprentice Award. The application deadline is October 18. The Island Build Awards Gala will be held on November 1 from 6–9 pm at the New London Carriage House, located at 10686 Rte 6 in New London. Visit chba-pei.ca for tickets, details and more information.

Heritage Awards nominations open

The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation’s 2025 Heritage Awards nominations open on September 30. These awards are given annually to individuals or groups in recognition of their work in sharing and preserving heritage on Prince Edward Island. The submission deadline is November 29. For more details and to submit a nomination, call 902-368-6600 or visit peimuseum.ca.

Rainbow Youth Club

The Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI hosts EAL conversation circles for adults on Tuesdays at 6 pm at the Summerside Library, and on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm and Saturdays at 10 am at the Charlottetown Library. Adults interested in practicing their English language skills are encouraged to join for some informal conversation. No registration is required.

Government & Politics in Canada and the U.S.

Teens and adults can join retired M.P. Shawn Murphy for a six-week course on the development, structure, and workings of the Canadian and U.S. governments at the Charlottetown Library every Tuesday in October, 6–8 pm. Lectures, discussions, and guest speakers will cover political parties, public policy, and the role of public service. Registration is required. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Hilda Ramsay Bursary

Applications are open at ndppei.ca for the Hilda Ramsay Bursary, valued at $500, until November 1. Established in 2019 by the NDP PEI Women’s Committee to support activist women on the Island, the bursary is awarded annually to a female-identifying student from UPEI or Holland College who demonstrates a commitment to social activism. Funds for this bursary were raised at a June event featuring Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour

Members and allies of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community looking for new friends and fun times can join the PEI Rainbow Youth Club at the Summerside Library. Open to youth aged 12–18, the Club offers opportunities for youth-led discussions, engaging activities, and creative self-discovery. Led by trained PEERS Alliance staff and volunteers, meetings include a healthy snack. Participants will not be asked to identify and all are welcome to attend. The next meetings are on October 1 and 15 at 6 pm. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Alzheimer’s Awareness Conference on local cable

The recently sold-out 13th Alzheimer’s Awareness Conference was filmed by Eastlink Podium TV and is now available to viewers on channel 601 in HD and On Demand. The conference content is invaluable to individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, their families, health care professionals, and caregivers. Keynote speaker Dr. Paolo Viali, MD, PhD—Neurologist, Neuropsychologist, and Assistant Professor at McGill University—will present on “The Urgency for Innovation: Advancements in Earlier Diagnosis.” Other highlights include: “Addressing Dementia and Mental Health” by Dr. Jessica Strong, PhD, ABPP, Assistant Professor of Psychology at UPEI; “Caring Across Cultures” by Natasha Jacobs; and “Planning for the Future: Health Directives and Legal Affairs” with Carol Reid Hana Doiron, RSW, and Tammy Dean, RSW.

The Cove Journal by JoDee Samuelson

Fall bounty

The garden is finally starting to wind down. No more fresh tomatoes, basil, cilantro, cucumbers… dare I say “whew”?

What about corn on the cob this year? This bicolored corn is the way to go. It doesn’t turn starchy if you leave it a day or two after picking. I ate my fill and don’t need to eat any more just now. When I was a child I wouldn’t believe it if you told me I’d get tired of corn on the cob.

Every apple tree in the countryside is full of apples. This morning I picked several hundred red crabapples with the intention of making pickled crabs. This is not easy, and in spite of my careful scoring the apples always split. I was raised in Alberta where the only apple trees were crabapple trees, so I grew up on pickled crabs spiced with cloves and cinnamon. The illustration shows my mother resting in her La-z-boy while I admire the pickles I prepared under her supervision.

Did anyone else have such a crop of blue plums? I’m having, well, not nightmares, but perhaps “neurotic” dreams about plum sauce, plum torte, plum jam, stewed plums. Someone suggested making plum brandy and this is a possibility because all it requires is plums, vodka and sugar. The problem is that it doesn’t use enough plums. Our trees are making up for two fruitless years with a vengeance, and anyone who comes to visit goes home with a tub full of plump blue plums. They’re sweet and delicious when eaten fresh, but need sugar when cooked. Strange.

In between making plum jam, pickles, pesto and salsa, I’ve been obsessed by the Paralympics. An armless Chinese athlete winning gold in the butterfly… footless sprinters hurtling along on blade runners… wheelchair basketball

players tumbling over and righting themselves without help… the Indian archer hitting a bull’s-eye using her feet to hold the bow… and PEI’s own Amy Burke, captain of Team Canada’s goalball team, taking part in her fifth Paralympic Games. Such beautiful athletes, such wonderful crowds. Thank you for bringing hope and encouragement to all of us.

What can we do to match that? Nothing on that level, but life is full of opportunities to make a difference. Here in the Cove a group of us have decided to start a Community Choir. I’m sure we’ll never sing at the opening of the Olympic Games or appear at Carnegie Hall but we’ll have fun. Poster reads: “Get out of your chair! Stop acting your age!” And that’s what we’re going to do.

This morning large noisy machines are lumbering up the road and turning in next door: time to start the potato harvest. At the corner a road crew is setting down pylons, preparing to patch cracks in the highway. Here comes the neighbor’s calico cat sashaying down the driveway, fat field mouse dangling from its mouth. Everyone is busy and I’d better get busy too because I see blue jays in the plum trees and can they ever punch holes in plums in a hurry.

Fall bounty is upon us and we’re loving every minute of it.

Farm Day in the City

Annual open-air market in downtown Charlottetown

Farm Day in the City will return October 6, taking over downtown Charlottetown—Queen Street (from Grafton to Water Streets), Sydney Street, and Victoria Row—from 10 am–4 pm.

The open-air market will feature free activities throughout the day, including live entertainment, a petting zoo, kids’ activities and entertainment, agricultural displays, a beer garden, and some friendly competition.

The event is free and everyone is welcome. The full schedule is online at discovercharlottetown.com/farmday.

The Heritage Awards are The Heritage Awards are given annually to individuals given annually to individuals or groups in recognition of or groups in recognition of their work sharing and their work sharing and preserving heritage on the preserving heritage on the Island. Island.

If you know a heritage hero in If you know a heritage hero in your community, we would your community, we would love to hear from you. love to hear from you. Nominate someone today! Nominate someone today!

To submit a nomination, visit To submit a nomination, visit www.peimuseum.ca www.peimuseum.ca For more information call us For more information call us at 902-368-6600 at 902-368-6600

Celebrate the close of Women’s History Month with the Chairs Circle for Gender Equality!

Bringing to Light

Hidden Heritage

Workshop 9:00AM-3:00PM Open house 3:00-5:00PM

SAVE THE DATE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1

No admission fee. All welcome.

More information: ccgepei@gmail.com or 902-368-4510

October 11

Street Feast

Fourth annual two-day block party in Charlottetown

Discover Charlottetown will present the fourth annual Street Feast, a free, two-day block party on Kent Street, between Great George and Prince Streets in Charlottetown, on October 11 from 4–11 pm and October 12 from 12–11 pm.

Street Feast features unique creations and quirkiness from Craft Beer Corner, HopYard, Salvador Dali Cafe, PonyBoat Social Club, Abbiocco, Trailside Music Hall, 24STRONG, and Hunters Corner. The street will come alive with BBQ-themed street food, local drinks, live music, bubble machines, chalk art, party games, dance performances, and more.

Live music performances on October 11 will showcase: Brooke &

Brad (Country Classics); Quitin’ Time (Zach Bryan Tribute); After Hours Band; Denton Fender & The Cadillacs; and Scott Parsons Band. Dance performances from 24STRONG, The Mi’kmaq Heritage Actors, and a Tori Nylon & Xclusiv Crew collaboration will also be showcased.

The lineup on October 12 will feature live music performances by Villages, Swift Kick (Taylor Swift Tribute), DJ Brett Doyle 90s Dance Party, More Soul, Gizmo, Route 225, and Wrong Planet Band, with dance performances by Xclusiv Crew and Oshun Dance.

This is a rain or shine event and all are welcome. Visit discovercharlotte-

FOOD & DRINK

Cornwall Curling Club breakfasts

The Cornwall Curling Club is opening early to accommodate activities associated with the Grand Slam of Curling, coming to Charlottetown for the first time. The Bell Aliant Centre will host the HearingLife Tour Challenge from October 1–6, and the Cornwall Curling Club has been designated as the host club for the event. From Monday–Friday during competition week, the Club will host a free-by-donation breakfast for participants, visitors, residents, and members. The Club will also host BBQ events and a craft fair on October 12 at 10 am. 29 Cornwall Rd, Cornwall. Info: cornwallcurling.com; manager@cornwallcurlingclub.com

Friendsgiving potluck

The Happy Hearts East 50+ Club will host its second annual Friendsgiving potluck from 4–6 pm on October 2 at St. Joachim’s Parish Hall. Guests should bring their own plate, cup and utensils, as well as serving utensils for their potluck donation. 5375 Vernon River Rd, Vernon Bridge.

Taste of Georgetown

Experience a night infused with local seafood and flavors, along with live entertainment, at Taste of Georgetown, a Fall Flavours event at Kings Playhouse on October 2. Guests will enjoy an array of food catered by Georgetown’s Wheelhouse restaurant, under Head Chef Terry Nabuurs. Live entertainment will be provided by Joce Reyome, Shane Pendergast, Luka Hall, and Todd MacLean. Upon arrival, guests can enjoy light acoustic music while sipping a complimentary custom cocktail crafted by Myriad View Distillery. Choose from four roving food stations on the deck that flow into the musical entertainment in the theatre. As the night progresses, the

musical celebrations continue as guests transition to a plated dining experience. Tickets are available at fallflavours.ca or 1-866-960-9912.

Harvest Soupfest

Under the Spire’s annual fall fundraiser, Harvest Soupfest, returns on October 5 from 1–3 pm. The event features five or six local restaurants, each preparing a fresh fall soup to be served with biscuits from Summerside’s Water Street Bakery. Ticket holders receive four soup vouchers to redeem at the vendors of their choice. The event will be held in the PCU Pavilion, with live music by a local artist to enhance the culinary experience. Proceeds from Soupfest will support the renovation and restoration of Historic St. Mary’s. Tickets can be purchased online at underthespire.ca, by phone at 902-8363733, or in person at the box office.

Oktoberfeast Farm & Fire

Enjoy an interactive chef’s paradise of farm, fire, and flavours at Oktoberfeast Farm & Fire, a Fall Flavours event at the Inn at Bay Fortune on October 9 and 10. Hosted by Chefs Michael Smith, Shane Chartrand, Michael Hunter, and the Inn’s Fire Brigade, diners will discover culinary delights at every turn, including multiple Farm & Fire flavour stations. Learning stations will highlight the Culinary Farm, local suppliers, Island seafood, Islandforaged Indigenous ingredients, and offerings from guest chefs. Guests can embark on a culinary journey through outdoor fire-fueled food stations scattered across the Culinary Farm, gardens, art forest, woodland trails, FireGarden, FireWorks Restaurant, greenhouse event space, mushroom patch, and the whimsical grounds of the Inn. Visit fallflavours. ca/signature-event/farm-fire for tickets and more details.

Farmers Helping Farmers 2024 Fall Harvest Suppers

Fall Harvest Suppers with Chef Emily Wells and her team at The Mill in New Glasgow will be held on October 11 and 12, with sittings at 5 pm and 7:30 pm. Money raised supports the work of the Farmers Helping Farmers Education Committee in Kenya, including school food programs, as well as providing mosquito nets, books and solar lights, which help Kenyan children study at night. Tickets: eventbrite.ca

Roast beef supper

Trinity United will hold a take-out roast beef dinner fundraiser on October 19. Dinners can be picked up from 4:30–6 pm at the Sydney Street door. Tickets must be purchased in advance via phone 902-8924114, email trinitycliftonunitedchurch@ gmail.com, or in person at the church office. 220 Richmond St, Charlottetown.

Fall brunch

A fall brunch will be held at the Olde Dunstaffnage School Centre on October 20 from 10:30 am–1 pm. Everyone is welcome. Entry for children ages six and under is free. 13539 St Peters Rd, Mount Stewart.

SPOOKY SEASON

Ghost Tours

Embrace spooky season with a ghost tour through historic Charlottetown. Led by a mysterious gravedigger, this spine-chilling stroll is full of tales about the city’s downtown and its dark, mysterious, sometimes haunted past. A family-friendly experience is available on request. This tour is presented by Confederation Centre of the Arts through the Heritage Players—enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides who dress in period costumes to make history come alive in an entertaining, informative, and memorable way. Ghost Tours run Tuesdays and Fridays at 6:30 pm through October. For tickets and more information, visit confederationcentre. com/heritage or call the box office at 1-800-565-0278.

Beyond the ordinary

This Halloween season, step into the world of Victorian-era spiritualism at Beaconsfield Historic House in Charlottetown. From October 4–27, join a reenactment of a Victorian séance and discover the eerie history of Beaconsfield. Presented by museum interpreters and performers, this event features 19th-century tricks and illusions, followed by an interactive talk-back on the significance of these séances in Victorian society. No actual spirits will be summoned; instead, embrace the experience for its historical and entertainment value. Suitable for visitors aged 12 and above, the event runs at 4 pm and 6 pm each Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. For tickets, visit peimuseum.ca or call 902-368-6602.

for the 24th Culture Summerside and Wyatt Heritage Properties’ Historic Ghostwalk. As participants encounter the spirits during a guided tour through the city’s historic

district, they will experience the history of Halloween and the darker side of Island history. The spirits are volunteer actors who tell the stories, researched through the MacNaught History Centre and Archives and turned into scripts by the Culture Summerside programming staff. New stories are featured each year, and this year’s Ghostwalk will focus on the darker side of 1924. Tours depart from the MacNaught History Centre and Archives every ten minutes, starting at 6:30 pm on October 17. Tickets must be booked in advance by calling 902-4321332. Book early, as the event sells out quickly. Ghostwalk is not about physically scaring people but delivering a mental chill. Scripts are written with all ages in mind. Dress for the weather.

Silly, spooky singalong

Madame Abbey and special guest Miss Kristen are hosting a spook-tacular bilingual music and movement class, designed for children ages 0–6 and their caregivers. The Halloween-themed adventure, taking place at The Nest on October 27 at 10 am, is all about bonding through music and playful yoga. Explore Halloween songs, silly dances, and gentle yoga poses, all while immersing in both French and English. Caregivers are active participants, joining the children in singing, dancing, and moving. Costumes are encouraged, and the class will end with a joyful bubble dance party. Pre-registration is required at thenestpei. com/drop-in. The Nest is located at 5 Capital Drive in Charlottetown.

Halloween Hauntacular

Orwell Corner Historic Village unveils its Halloween Hauntacular event on October 27 from 1–5 pm. Visitors are encouraged to put on their costumes for a family-friendly afternoon filled with engaging activities. Children will be treated to a Trick-or-Treating adventure through the village streets where they’ll meet various village characters. There will also be magic potion classes, wagon rides, blacksmithing demonstrations, and more. Info/tickets: 902-368-6600/ peimuseum.ca.

Historic Ghostwalk

The spirits will appear in Summerside on October 17

Cameron MacDonald as the gravedigger

Cornwall Run Club

The Cornwall Run Club holds a social run every Thursday at 6 pm, covering approximately five kilometres. Runners of all skill levels are welcome. The run starts and ends at Village Green Brewery (30 Church St, at the old post office/ dental clinic in Cornwall). Follow @ Cornwall Run Club on FB for updates.

Island Trails hiking challenge

Island Trails is hosting its annual hiking challenge, the Triple Trail Trek, on October 5, and the public is invited to participate. Hikers can enjoy the beauty of fall on PEI by hiking three trails in one day at their own pace. The trails are: Winter River (5 km), located at 145 East Suffolk Road; Dromore (8.7 km), located at 21 High Bridge Road; and Mooney’s Pond (2 km), located at 2720 Mount Stewart Road. Participants check in at Winter River Trail at 8:30 am and begin hiking at 9 am. This is not a race, but a

GAMES

Charlottetown Scrabble

meets on Tuesdays from 5–8 pm at the Charlottetown Library. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Tips and cheat sheets are offered. Participants should bring an Scrabble set if they have one, paper, and a pencil for scorekeeping. Admission is free. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Charlottetown Chess Club

The Charlottetown Chess Club meets on Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the downstairs Members Room at the Benevolent Irish Society. All levels and ages are welcome to attend. Info: fredmckim@gmail.com

Bridge course with Ray Malone

Ray Malone will teach the eight-week bridge course, Planning a Strategy, for intermediate bridge players interested in improving their game. The course will run on Thursdays from October 3–November 21 at the Irish Cultural Centre in Charlottetown. The fee will be a sliding scale based on the number of tables. Info/register: 902-368-8416; ray.teaches. bridge@gmail.com

leisurely forest adventure, perfect for enjoying the fall foliage with friends and family. Volunteer sweeps will ensure no one is left behind, and the trails will be well-marked for easy navigation. After the hike, a wrap-up social will be held at Peakes Tee in Mount Stewart at 3:30 pm. Registration is free for youth under 12. Carpooling is recommended due to limited parking.To register, email tripletrek3@gmail.com. Info: islandtrails.ca

Fall Colours Walk

The Tracadie Good Neighbourly Club will hold their annual Fall Colours Walk on October 13. The club will meet at the Tracadie Community Centre at 2 pm to start. This walk is open to all and there is no fee. 148 Station Rd, Mount Stewart.

PEI Marathon

The 20th annual PEI Marathon, supporting the Canadian Mental Health Association – PEI Division, takes place from October 18–20. The event has a category for everyone. The full marathon route runs through the City of Charlottetown and is a Boston qualifier. Info/register: peimarathon.ca

Intergenerational board games

Families are invited to play board games and enjoy some time together at the Charlottetown Library on October 5 at 2 pm. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Crokinole

Socialize and play a game of crokinole at the Summerside Rotary Library on October 9 and 23 at 2 pm. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Seniors Board Game Club

Join other seniors for an afternoon of playing board games and socializing at the Charlottetown Library on October 14 and 28 at 1 pm. Play a favourite game or learn a new one. 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Puzzle swap

The Summerside Library is hosting a puzzle swap on October 20 at 2 pm. Bring puzzles to swap with other puzzle enthusiasts at the Summerside Library on October 20 at 2 pm. 57 Central St.

Bridge course at the Haviland

A five-week bridge course for intermediate and advanced players will begin October 21 from 6:30–8:30 pm at the Haviland Club. Topics include bidding, defending, preempting, and doubling and managing big hands. 2 Haviland St, Charlottetown. Info/register: 902-9406222; sheila.bacon22@gmail.com

Get A Clue Murder Mystery

Teens are welcome to stop by the Summerside Library and play a murder mystery game on October 27 at 2 pm. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Urban forest restoration

Nature PEI welcomes guest speaker Simon Wilmot

Nature PEI’s monthly meetings return on October 1 at 7:30 pm at Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.

This month’s meeting will feature the City of Charlottetown’s Forest and Environmental Officer, Simon Wilmot, as the guest speaker. Wilmot, who leads Charlottetown’s urban forest initiatives, will discuss the City’s recent analysis of the impacts of Fiona on the urban forest and his experience leading the implementation of Charlottetown’s Post-Fiona Urban Forest Restoration Strategy.

In September 2022, when post-tropical storm Fiona hit Charlottetown it decimated the City’s urban forest, downing an estimated 12,600 trees. Since then, the city has been working to restore the forest canopy on both public and private lands.

Urban forests are incredibly important in cities like Charlottetown. These green spaces help to counter the effects of rising temperatures, which can be more pronounced in smaller, densely developed areas lacking expansive natural areas. Urban forests cool the local environment, reduce energy demands by lowering the need for air conditioning, and absorb excess carbon dioxide. Urban forests manage stormwater by

Grand Slam of Curling

Charlottetown—Oct 1 to 6

The best curlers in the world are taking the ice at the Bell Aliant Centre in Charlottetown for the Grand Slam of Curling’s HearingLife Tour Challenge (HTC) from October 1–6.

The Grand Slam of Curling (GSC) is an elite series of curling events, featuring the best teams from across Canada and around the world. Awarding equal purses to both men’s and women’s teams since 2015, the Grand Slam of Curling is committed to advancing the sport on a global scale.

HTC will feature 64 of the world’s top curling teams in a two-tier event. The field includes Olympic medallists, world champions, Canadian favourites and past Grand Slam winners competing in a triple-knockout format. thegrandslamofcurling.com

capturing rainwater, reducing runoff, and preventing flooding. Beyond environmental benefits, urban forests enhance social well-being by offering accessible recreational spaces and providing opportunities to create a deeper connection with nature. In the context of climate change, these forests make small cities more adaptable to climate stresses and more livable for humans and wildlife.

Autumn celebration

All-ages event—Oct 12

Celebrate autumn at an all-ages event on October 12 from 3 pm until sunrise. The celebration will feature an afternoon grounding ceremony, Kundalini yoga with Monica Lacey, live music by Emilea May, an electric sound healing bath and sonic journey by Kiara Ra, medicine music and drumming by Laklia, cacao ecstatic dance with Katlin Doyle, and a geodesic dome dance party with a special performance by Kiara Ra. DJs Misty Morning, GreyFox, Sweet Dee, BÜRGERz, and D.r.O.k will perform until sunrise. Organic food and beverage catering by Joseph Beeley will be available. On-site camping is also available.

The location will be provided upon receiving event registration at sacredkira777@gmail.com.

Rochford Square in Charlottetown

The Nature of PEI

by Gary Schneider

Hardwood conundrum

What’s what and how to rebuild forests for the future

I seem to be spending a lot of time lately trying to get people to understand why the term “hardwood” is so confusing.

While post-tropical storm Fiona was traumatic for sure, in some ways it did us a favour by sweeping away the results of decades of poor forest management. It also has hopefully taught us some clear lessons about forest ecology, forest values, and forest conservation.

On Prince Edward Island, we have a lot of trees that produce leaves, and while some indeed have hard wood, the wood of other leafy trees can be quite soft. The hardest woods tend to be from our later successional (or older growth) Wabanaki forests. They grow slowly and produce dense wood. This is a good thing to keep in mind—you can’t get strength and fast growth, it just doesn’t happen.

NATURE

National Tree Day planting

National Tree Day is September 28 in Canada. To mark the day, Tree Canada, with support from BMO and the City of Charlottetown, invites the public to a tree planting event at Marysfield Park, located at the north end of Queen Street and Atlantic Road in Charlottetown. Volunteers will help expand the City’s urban forests by planting native species of trees and shrubs that offer numerous benefits to communities. The City’s knowledgeable staff will provide instruction, materials, and equipment. Simply sign up, show up, and be ready to plant—no experience necessary. The event will run from 10 am to 1 pm and will take place rain or shine. Info/register: eventbrite.ca

Cornwall & Area Watershed Group: Invite & Info Session

is an opportunity to share ideas, explore new experiences, build community and help care for the environment. The time commitment is manageable with one monthly meeting (in person or virtually) and 4–6 special meetings or events per year. In return, members will have the experience of assisting in the growth and success of a not-for-profit organization focused on maintaining and protecting local waterways and wildlife. No previous experience required. Youth are eligible to join committees where they can build volunteer hours that contribute to the Community Service Bursary. cawgpei.com

Call for abstract submissions

Species such as Sugar Maple, American Beech, Yellow Birch, and Ironwood are truly hard woods. Red Oak, Red Maple, and White Birch are also relatively hard woods, though a step down from the above list. At the other end of the spectrum are species such as Trembling Aspen, Large-tooth Aspen, Balsam Poplar, and American Elm, which generally have much softer wood— even softer than some of our so-called softwoods (like Eastern Larch).

Presently, there is a push to have our provincial nursery grow more “hardwoods.” The watershed groups are asking for it, the PEI Woodlot Owners Association sees the need, and individual woodlot owners have for years been trying to get their hands on species such as Yellow Birch and Sugar Maple. In addition, there has been a decades-long call for more resources to be spent on “hardwood” management and less on conifer plantations.

We often designate our forest types as softwood, hardwood, or mixed wood stands. But these are often not very helpful terms and just add to the confusion.

The difference is important because our forests are in a state of crisis, but we also have an opportunity to change the way we think about them.

Restoring the native Wabanaki forest is not a simple task, but it becomes far more complicated if we use terms that are unclear. For example, if we say we have lots of hardwood in the province, but we really mean we have lots of young Trembling Aspen, Grey Birch, and Red Maple, we’re painting a very different picture than if we are talking about long-lived species such as Yellow Birch and Sugar Maple.

To be clear, all trees have value—they store carbon, provide food for wildlife, and produce products. But there is a real difference between a tree that can grow for over 400 years, thrives in shaded conditions, and produces high-value products (like Sugar Maple) and short-lived trees that produce lowvalue products (like Trembling Aspen).

If we are to restore our forests to any semblance of their former glory, it will be on the backs of long-lived and high-value species such as Sugar Maple, Yellow Birch, Ironwood, Red Oak, White Ash, and someday (if we can conquer the canker that affects these beautiful trees), American Beech, along with appropriate conifers such as Red Spruce, White Pine and Eastern Hemlock.

That doesn’t mean creating plantations of these species—that would be as much of a nightmare as the single-species conifer monocultures that litter the landscape. But it does mean interplanting many more of each species so that before too long we have seed sources across the province and we begin working with Nature instead of trying to overwhelm it.

The Cornwall & Area Watershed Group (CAWG) will hold a Committee Invite & Information Session at Cornwall Town Hall on October 26 from 11 am–1 pm. Its Board of Directors is requesting public input and involvement to help build a stronger CAWG, including establishing Events and Membership committees to collaborate on and develop CAWG’s public engagement activities and membership growth. This

Thinking about climate change? Submit an abstract to Turning the Tide: Island Imaginaries and Interdisciplinaries in Climate Change by October 31. This third international conference on small island states and subnational island jurisdictions and will be hosted from June 16–20, 2025, on the UPEI campus in Charlottetown at the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation in St. Peter’s Bay. Turning the Tide 2025 is an interdisciplinary conference that is open to everyone. It is a way to share stories, thoughts, and knowledge about climate change in the context of the lived experience of islandness. Think about how to highlight Canada’s smallest subnational island jurisdiction across the world next June, and send the abstract submission to projects.upei.ca/unescochair/ turningthetide2025.

MACPHAIL WOODS

Leaf of a Red Oak

HERE TO HELP

Learn About Wills

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Contributors: David Helwig, Julie Bull, Dennis Ellsworth, Haley Lewis, Sean McQuaid, JoDee Samuelson, Tara Reeves, Gary Schneider, Bren Simmers, Ashleigh Tremere

Office: 160 Richmond Street, Charlottetown Mail: P.O. Box 1945, Charlottetown, PE

COVER:

A Secret Kept from all the Rest, acrylic on canvas, 16”x16” by Haley Lewis.

Haley Lewis is a self-taught, world-travelling artist who for now, enjoys living in the forest of PEI where she finds inspiration and constant wonder in the natural world around her.

Haley’s work can be found in various private collections across Canada and beyond or by appointment by contacting her at haleylewispei@ hotmail.ca

Gifts from the Heart sale

Gifts from the Heart holds an End of Month Sale on the last Saturday of each month, offering the general public a chance to thrift shop the inventory. The next sales are September 28 and October 26 from 10 am–3 pm. Proceeds from the monthly sales help to defray operating costs. Gifts From The Heart offers free food, clothing, furniture and housewares to qualified low income families and those experiencing temporary hardship.

10 Maple Hills Ave, Charlottetown.

Talking

from Experiences

by Ashleigh Tremere

Bounty hunting

The 70 Mile Yard Sale is a long-standing Kings County tradition. Aside from a little break when folks were doing a different kind of distancing, it’s been running for 20-odd years. I grew up down that way, in a house full of “yard sailors,” and nothing sounded like a worse time than weaving through the countryside all day with my family. I think they might have forced me along one year, and I’m sure we all equally regretted it. Funny thing though, I married a yard sale bandit and have since changed my tune.

Yes, I have been converted. I am one of those people now. Getting up at 7 am, driving around right slow, hawk-eyeing, bolting across the highway, lining up on the shoulder of every narrow road the eastern end has to offer. I even tried my hand at haggling over prices this year for the first time! My kids will be much better at it than me someday—we’ve been dragging them along since they were babies. Although they do take up precious space for finds, they love the outing, so it’s worth the trade-off.

I did notice this year that a lot of the bigger setups we’d normally stop at weren’t participating or had quite a few less vendors. It gave us the opportunity to check out other places we hadn’t hit in previous years though. Like a place in Vernon River where I scored a sweet rocking chair and lost my wallet. All was returned, though! A lovely woman found me online, and we both happened to be in Wood Islands at the same time to meet up.

As someone who’s been converted into the yard sale life, and as someone who once despised the whole idea of it, I have tips. First of all, if you’re not interested in taking in the sales, leave way earlier than you need to be

INFO SESSIONS

Energy Efficiency Sessions for Homeowners

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association PEI is offering information sessions for homeowners on how to make their homes more comfortable and efficient. The free virtual sessions begin in October. Visit chba-pei.ca for the full schedule, list of topics, and more.

Renting for Tenants: Rights & Responsibilities

Rowen Gallant of Renting PEI will present about PEI rental law on October 8 at 6:30 pm at the Summerside Library. Learn about their rights and responsibilities as tenants, and gain valuable information that will help them navigate the rental market. 57 Central St, Summerside.

CLI presentation series about wills

somewhere or just cancel all your plans and stay home. It’s bedlam out there. The rules of the road do not apply on 70 Mile weekend, and if you’re not one of us, you know you hate us. Just avoid it. It’s not worth it.

For those of you who think maybe you’d like to have a go for their first time, well that first bit also applies to you. Go early. It’s as long of a haul as you want it to be. Make sure your vehicle is cleared all the way out— space is precious. Go with a list in mind. There are lots of great deals out there, but where are you putting it when you get home?

Probably most important, drive slowly around where vehicles are parked or people have tables out. No one wants to be rear-ended, and not every pedestrian is very wise.

And finally, only take people who are fun and interested. No one needs a fun

Community Legal Information (CLI) has launched a new presentation series about wills. Island residents with questions about creating their will or serving as an executor can attend a free presentation at 1 pm on October 24 in the Hambly Room

CLOTHING

WoHeLo / QEH Auxiliary Clothing Sale

The annual Clothing Sale returns this year for the first time since the COVID pandemic. In 2023, the WoHeLo Club disbanded and merged into a special project of the QEH Auxiliary. The upcoming sale is being organized by the QEH Auxiliary’s Special Projects Committee, with volunteers from the former WoHeLo Club collecting donations of gently used clothing, shoes, jewelry, and purses. The fall and winter sale will be held at a new location, 144 Dorchester Street, Charlottetown,

at Cavendish Farms Wellness Centre, or at 1 pm on November 14 at the Farm Centre in Charlottetown. CLI is also releasing two updated legal guides— Wills and Executors and Administrators: Distributing an Estate. The guides are available in English and will soon be available in French. CLI, a registered charity, provides free legal information to PEI residents. For legal information on this and other topics, and to download the updated guides, visit legalinfopei.ca.

Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships

The Canadian Home Builders Association PEI is offering a Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships (LEEP) Building Envelopes information session on October 31 from 8:30–11:30 am at the PEI Farm Centre. Learn about industry best practices and new products for energy efficient homes, with a focus on building envelopes. The session is geared toward builders, designers, installers, advisors, inspectors, architects, examiners, trades, suppliers, energy utilities, and government officials in the building sector. Free for members. 420 University Ave, Charlottetown. Info: chba-pei.ca

on October 25 from 10 am–7 pm and October 26 from 9 am–4 pm. Proceeds will support the QEH NICU, helping the hospital’s smallest and most fragile patients. Attendees should bring their own bags. An ATM will be available on-site, and only cash transactions will be accepted.

Zion’s Fall Used Clothing Sale and Café

Zion Presbyterian will host its Fall Used Clothing Sale and Café from 9 am–1 pm on October 25 and 26. The sale will feature a large selection of adult and children’s clothing, as well as shoes, purses, and jewelry. Coffee, tea, and treats will also be available for purchase. Debit and credit cards will be accepted. Admission is free. 135 Prince St, Charlottetown.

Jorge & Luis Peña, Charlottetown Farmers’ Market (photo: Buzz)

Elmsdale

Theatrical reading of new play by Kris

Williams

A theatrical reading of Elmsdale, a new play by Charlottetown playwright Kris Williams, will be performed at 7:30 pm on November 8 and 9 at The Guild in Charlottetown.

Elmsdale explores the secrets hidden down the dusty dirt roads of rural PEI. It is a dark and comedic play that tears up the red soil and takes a hard look at the roots of a small town.

Starring Island actors Cameron MacDuffee, Melissa Mullen, Rob MacLean, Benton Hartley, and Brennan McDuffee, Elmsdale pulls the audience inside a neglected farmhouse in West Prince. Once inside, they watch a fractured family try to reconcile with their own deceit, selfishness, and jealousy. The play is a story about the lengths people will go to protect their family’s legacy and way of life, even if protecting it requires violence and a shallow grave.

Kris Williams was selected for this year’s Playwrights Atlantic Resource Centre’s (PARC) annual playwright’s retreat. He was also awarded a PEI Arts Grant through Innovation PEI to help stage this special event.

Visit theguildpei.com for tickets. Seating is limited.

The Bad Seed

Halloween thriller gets PEI comedy treatment

The Bad Seed, Halloween entertainment with shocking revelations, dated psychology, and temper tantrums takes the stage at The Guild in Charlottetown October 25 and 26 at 8 pm.

Popular with audiences for 70 years, The Bad Seed has been a bestselling novel, a Broadway smash, adapted for the big screen, and remade for television twice. Now the decidedly off-kilter tale of eight-year-old Darlene, who may or may not have homicidal tendencies, makes its way to PEI just in time for Halloween.

This version, however, has been updated and given the comedy treatment, with improv adding

unpredictability to the structured story.

Featuring members of The Popalopalots, Sketch-22, Annekenstein, Side Hustle, and Gustav the Snow Chef, among others, Nancy McLure, Rob MacDonald, Kelly Caseley, Graham Putnam, and Carly Martin bring this newly comic tale of a single mother who suspects her perfect daughter is anything but to Island audiences for the first time.

The Bad Seed has been updated and co-directed by Rob MacDonald and Dave Stewart.

Tickets are available at theguildpei. com or at the door on the night of each performance.

Dear Jack, Dear Louise

Seaside Theatre Company presents comedy/drama

Summerside’s Seaside Theatre Company (STC) presents Dear Jack, Dear Louise by Ken Ludwig at the Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre in Summerside on November 1, 2, and 3.

In time for Remembrance Day, Dear Jack, Dear Louise is a comedy/ drama about an unlikely romance. It is a heartwarming and joyous story that nevertheless is grounded by the dangers of the Second World War.

Loosely based on his parents’ wartime letters, playwright Ken Ludwig creates a funny but deeply touching story. Jack, an army doctor, and Louise, an aspiring actor, are two young people who find humour and love through letters. Although set during World War II, Ludwig has crafted a story that resonates today.

Ashley Vautour returns to the stage as Louise after playing in STC’s The Mousetrap, and new-to-the-company Zach Martin takes on the role of Jack.

The show is directed by Stuart Smith, with co-director Al Harrington, and stage manager Vanessa MacArthur. Ken Ludwig has had many Broadway successes over his long career. The Olivier and Tony Awardwinning playwright’s list of comedy credits includes Lend Me a Tenor, Crazy for You, Moon Over Buffalo, and Baskerville

Recordings of simulated gunfire are used in this presentation. For tickets, visit collegeofpiping.com.

Ashley Vautour (left) and Ken Ludwig

(L–R): Nancy McLure, Kelly Caseley, Rob MacDonald, Carly Martin, Graham Putnam.

SUBMITTED

Playwright Kris Williams

The Weir

ACT (A Community Theatre) will present The Weir by Irish playwright Conor McPherson at the Watermark Theatre in North Rustico, with performances November 7–9, and 13–15.

The Weir spans a single night in a bar near Carrick-on-Shannon in Leitrim, the most rural county in the Republic of Ireland. Set in the 1990s, the play is a modern story but also reaches far enough back in time to feature the telling of ghost stories and supernatural occurrences as an everyday part of life.

Heading the production team are Carter Baird as producer, Gordon Cobb as director, and ACT veteran Sharon MacDonald as stage manager.

“It’s all about the cast,” says Cobb, inspired to stage The Weir after ACT’s nearly sold-out run of West Moon by Al Pittman in October 2023 at the Watermark Theatre. “Rural people with a flair for language. Deep pathos with a very strong dose of the supernatural. And, the perfect theatre for it.”

Bringing to life the play’s only female character, Valerie, is ACT stalwart Laura Stapleton who played

One Step at a Time

Watermark Theatre—Oct 2–5

One Step at a Time: A Father’s Journey by Andrew Prashad will be on stage October 2–5 at Watermark Theatre in North Rustico.

Through tap dance, original songs, monologues, and multimedia projections, Prashad shares his and his wife’s journey of caring for their son with spina bifida and hydrocephalus while maintaining his career as a professional

romantically starved Maggie in West Moon. Brian Matthie, who played Captain Bill Sullivan in West Moon, performs the role of Jack, a not so prosperous mechanic and the elder of the story, who must contend with the frustration of a non-functioning Guinness tap right off the top of the play.

Soon joining Jack in his own bar is Brendan, played by Malachi Rowswell who performed in ACT’s production of Sweeney Todd and Wizard of Oz at the Confederation Centre of the Arts. Rounding out the play’s trio of bachelors is Jim, helper to Jack, and horse race betting savant, played by Sam Edgcomb, who most recently performed in the soon-to-be-released Film4Ward supported short film, The Last Iceboat

Fresh from his role as Tom Collins in ACT’s highly successful production of the musical RENT, Sheridan College alumnus Ryan Whitty plays Finbar, a prosperous entrepreneur and the play’s sole married man who has just spent the day providing a tour of the area to Valerie, newly arrived from Dublin.

Tickets are available via Eventbrite.

Andrew Prashad

actor, singer, and dancer. The play is about parenthood, life as an artist, letting go of expectations, and holding on to who and what you love. Tickets are on sale at locarius.io/ organizations/26 or by calling the box office at 902-963-3963.

THU, OCT 3

MORNING RAIN The Legend of Gordon Lightfoot WED, OCT 16

SAT, OCT 19

Award-winning singer songwriter JAMES KEELAGHAN

FRI, NOV 1

Acclaimed roots, soul & Americana artist

CHARLIE A’COURT

TUES, OCT 29

SUBMITTED

(L–R): Ryan Whitty, Malachi Rowswell, Laura Stapleton, Brian Matthie and Sam Edgcomb

ACT brings play by Conor McPherson to Watermark Theatre

Rory Gardiner

Musician & comedian at Souris Show Hall—Oct 26

Join Canadian Country Music Association-nominated artist and stand up comedian Rory Gardiner for a night of laughter and entertainment at Souris Show Hall in Souris on October 26 at 7:30 pm

As a musician, Gardiner has shared the stage with A-list country acts like Keith Urban and may also be recognized from CMT reality shows or Canada’s Got Talent. As a standup comedian, his TikTok videos have over 100 million views, and his YouTube sketches have been featured on Funny or Die and America’s Funniest Videos.

When mother nature sent a tornado through his neighbourhood, he gave a TEDx talk on resilience and using humour as a coping mechanism. Discovering that he could make a real impact through laughter, Gardiner

Mont-Carmel variety show

Fundraiser for Mont-Carmel Parish—Oct 6

The Mont-Carmel Cultural and Heritage Development Cooperative will present a variety show at the Mont-Carmel Parish Hall on October 6 at 7 pm. The show is a fundraiser for the Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel Parish and will feature performances by well-known local artists.

There will be a 50/50 draw and canteen service will be available. Admission is at the door for adults and students. There is no charge for preschoolers.

Mont-Carmel Parish Hall is located at 5786 Route 11, Wellington.

combines stand-up comedy with music, connecting with audiences in performing art centres, clubs, cruise ships and corporate events all over the world. He untangles life in suburbia, raising kids, marriage, ageing parents, dogs and mother nature.

To purchase tickets, visit sourisshowhall.com.

Storm’s

A’Brewin’

Dinner theatre in Summerside and Charlottetown

Feast Dinner Theatres will present the new production, Storm’s A’Brewin’—A Boyle Family Brewery Story on select dates in November and December at Rodd Charlottetown and Brothers 2 Restaurant in Summerside.

The holiday show will be a Christmas party full of festive fun and stormy surprises, with lively music and an old-fashioned Christmas buffet. Group rates available.

For tickets, call 902-436-7674 or email info@feastdinnertheatres.com. feastdinnertheatres.com

I’m Doing My Best

Comedian Matt Wright at Red Shores Charlottetown—Oct 25

Comedian Matt Wright is bringing his comedy tour to Charlottetown next month. Red Shores Park After Dark presents Matt Wright: I’m Doing My Best, featuring special guest Patrick Ledwell, at the Red Shores Grandstand on October 25. Showtime is 7:30 pm.

Matt Wright is a two-time JUNO Award losing Canadian stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. He has appeared on televised galas for Just For Laughs, CBC, and CTV, played The Weatherman in Season 2 of Son of a Critch, and opened for Jerry Seinfeld at the 2023 Great Outdoors Comedy Festival. Matt has also written for six seasons of This Hour Has 22 Minutes, earning a Canadian Screen Award nomination, and for two episodes of Still Standing. His short film Snowstorm Roulette was nominated for Best International Short at the Austin Comedy Festival.

Patrick Ledwell’s quick and clever comedy has gained him national

recognition through regular appearances on CBC Radio’s The Debaters. He has entertained audiences nationwide, from the Halifax and Moncton Comedy Festivals to a show in Inuvik, NT, as well as at the Canada Winter Games and for King Charles. Visit redshores.ca for tickets.

Yuk Yuk’s in Summerside

Stand up comedy shows in October and November

Yuk Yuk’s, presented by Loudmouth Productions, is coming to Summerside’s Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre this fall, with stand up comedy performances in October and November.

Andrew Evans will headline on October 17. After moving to Toronto, ON from Dartmouth, NS in late 2001, he appeared on Open Mic with Mike Bullard, and he won the Laugh Resort’s Funniest Person with a Day Job competition and was invited to perform at Just For Laughs in Montreal.

Evans has also opened for Anthony Jeselnik at the Great Outdoor Comedy Fest, and has been featured on the Halifax Comedy Fest, Video on Trial, and had his own half-hour special on CTV and the Comedy Network. His sharp observations will have audience members laughing at him, themselves, and the world.

Travis Lindsay will perform on October 24. A prolific writer in East Coast comedy, he has captivated audiences since age 16. Travis was a finalist on the 2024 season of Canada’s Got

Talent and has appeared multiple times on CBC’s Halifax Comedy Festival. His debut album, The Kid is Alright, reached #1 on iTunes Comedy Charts. In 2021, he joined This Hour Has 22 Minutes as an on-air correspondent. He has performed at Just For Laughs and released his second album, Killed at the Funeral

Coming up next month are Jen Grant on November 7, Ron Josol on November 14, and Peter White on November 21.

Showtime is 7:30 pm. Visit collegeofpiping.com for tickets and more details about upcoming shows.

Comedians Andrew Evans (left) and Travis Lindsay headline shows in October

Matt Wright

Rory Gardiner

Review by Sean McQuaid

75-Minute Yard Tale

70 Mile Yard Sale

Charlottetown Festival, The Mack September 18, 2024

The review title is a smidgen misleading. The show is really 75 minutes of yard tales, plural, as filtered through the mind of Justin Shaw, a PEI-born writer/actor/comedian who moved to Hamilton, Ontario years ago and is reconnecting with the Island through his art.

A veteran standup comedian who got his start in the PEI theatre scene (notably as an early member of the Popalopalots improv troupe), Shaw has built this show around a unique Island tradition: the 70 Mile Coastal Yard Sale, an annual multi-community collection of simultaneous yard sales that sprawls across southeastern PEI for two days of folksy local colour and frenzied bargain hunting.

Begun as a TV script, the project evolved over time through conversations with people like Shaw’s PEI theatre pal Benton Hartley and playwright Daniel MacIvor, who mentored Shaw’s development of the show. Shaw also put out a public call seeking people’s 70 Mile Coastal Yard Sale memories to use as inspiration and background material.

Noting Shaw’s standup comedy background, MacIvor suggested converting the script into a one-man show. Shaw has taken that solo show to various venues in Ontario and PEI in recent years, revising it over time, and the latest version scored a sold-out September run at the Mack as part of the Charlottetown Festival.

In its current form, Shaw’s solo show has two segments. The first segment is an expertly executed, often hilarious standup routine full of engaging crowd interaction, sly timing and affectionate rants as Shaw riffs on the yard sale, life in PEI, life on the mainland, his standup comedy career, Anne of Green Gables and more.

That opening comedy segment is aided by the set dressing. Shaw does his entire set from the floor at audience level, but the raised stage behind him is full of tables covered with random yard sale items, and the audience cabaret tables each have a sample yard sale item, too. Shaw and Charlottetown Festival artistic director Adam Brazier bought much of this stuff during the latest 70-mile yard sale, and Shaw wanders repeatedly into anecdotes and asides about some of these items, like a perhaps-haunted doll that may well haunt the audience’s dreams from now on.

The second segment of the show segues into storytelling as Shaw tells a single long-form comedic story about

a young man known as Old Donald Cook who moves off the Island, is brought back to PEI by a death in the family and ends up searching the 70-mile yard sale for a lost family heirloom in a madcap multi-community quest whose highlights include a Hulkfisted comedic sidekick, Montague’s inescapable Wendy’s/Tim Horton’s drive-through line-up, a low-speed tractor chase and some surprising new pages in Donald’s family history.

The standup segment is great, but the story segment—which builds on easter eggs from earlier in the show—is even better, a compellingly emotional, captivatingly paced, often absurd narrative in which Shaw pinballs back and forth between high-energy theatrics and moments of quietly moving humanity like some slightly caffeinated Stuart McLean.

“This piece, at the end of the day is a love letter to PEI,” Shaw told the Eastern Graphic back in 2022. That love shines through in the finished product, a sweetly funny finale for the 2024 Charlottetown Festival.

HA Club improv classes

HA Club Comedy will run longform improv classes in performance on Tuesdays at the Haviland Club in Charlottetown from 6–7:30 pm, October 1–December 3.

HA Club’s Laurie Murphy and guest instructors will teach participants about creating the environment through activity, the relationship between characters, and the crux of the scene—also known as the ABCs.

Classes are for people aged 17+ and no experience is necessary. Info: marram.ca or call/text 902-960-1735

Enjoy roast turkey, ham, all the traditional trimmings, fresh salads, and a delicious dessert. Plus, an incredible show with lively music—sure to be the most fun you’ll have all year! Group Discounts Available for parties of 20 or more.

PERFORMANCE

music, theatre, dance, comedy…

››› until Oct 15 | select dates

Anne & Gilbert: The Musical Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

Sept 27–29

Rum-Running Festival

Here We Go Barndance ft. Richard Wood and Jason Roach (Sept 27, 8 pm). Tracadie Community Centre, Tracadie Story Circle with Dutch Thompson (Sept 28, 1 pm). Glenaladale Schoolhouse, Tracadie

Speakeasy at The Brick ft. musical entertainment by Johnny Ross (Sept 28, 7 pm). The Brick, Tracadie

The Rum-Runners Ceilidh ft. Mike Pendergast & Friends and Alan Buchanan (Sept 29, 2 pm). Glenaladale Schoolhouse, Tracadie

Sept 28 | 7 pm

Jeanie & Charles with Mike Johnston

Upstreet Brewing, Charlottetown

Sept 28 | 8 pm

Joey, Jamie & Wade

Stompin’ Tom Festival Series. Stompin’ Tom Centre, Skinners Pond

Sept 29 | 2 pm

The Cabinet of Doctor

Caligari

Silent movie presented by Roving Picture Shows with live music score by Island Jazz. Harmony House, Hunter River

Sept 29 | 2 pm

Harvest Hymn Sing Ft. The Stiff Family. The Barn Floor, Crapaud

Sept 29 | 3:30 pm

Flavours in Concert: A Sunday

Afternoon with the PEI Symphony

Fall Flavours event. Double Hill Cidery, Caledonia

Sept 29 | 7 pm

Bat Sabbath

Tribute to Black Sabbath ft. Cancer Bats. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Sept 29 | 7:30 pm

SOS: The ABBA Experience Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Sept 30 | 7:30 pm

Two Tellers & Tunes

Featuring Gary Evans and Alan Buchanan with special guests. Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

Oct 1 | 8 pm

Lucy MacNeil

With Tyler Messick. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 1, 2

Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners

Oct 1, 7:30 pm: Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 2, 7 pm: Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 2 | 7:30 pm

Rube & Rake

With Len O’Neill. The Guild, Charlottetown

Oct 2 | 8 pm

The Songs & Stories of Stompin’ Tom

Ft. Whiskey Jack. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 2–5 | 7:30 pm, Oct 5 | 1 pm

One Step at a Time

Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

Oct 3 | 7:30 pm

Janina MacGillivray Album Release

With The Burning Hell (backing band) and special guest Tanya Davis. The Guild, Charlottetown

Oct 3 | 7:30 pm

Early Morning Rain: The Legend of Gordon Lightfoot Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 3 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: Ivan Guarnica Quartet

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

Oct 3 | 8 pm NEBO

Album release party. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 4 | 7 pm

Halloween Havoc Drag Spectacular

With hosts Lottie Max and Boof, and ft. Sage, Mix Majestix, Evelyn Nox, Babie Nox, and Dick Vacant. Beaconsfield Carriage House, Charlottetown

Oct 4 | 7:30 pm

Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’ Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 4 | 7:30 pm

The Songs & Stories of Stompin’ Tom

Ft. Whiskey Jack.

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Oct 4 | 8 pm

Lawrence Maxwell

With special guest Tyler Mullendore. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 5 | 6 pm

Secret Beach Presents…

All ages punk and hardcore show ft. Cell Deth, Oakdrive, Iniquity, Cut Deep and Piercing Damage. The Guild, Charlottetown

Oct 5 | 7:30 pm

The Lightfoot Band

Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 5 | 7:30 pm

The Canadian Staff Band

UPEI Department of Music recital. UPEI’s Performing Arts Centre, Charlottetown

Oct 5 | 7:30 pm

Gypsy

Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 5 | 8 pm

Christine Campbell & Blake

Johnston

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 6 | 11 am & 2 pm

Frozen In Time Sing Along Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 6 | 2 pm

Welcome Fall Ceilidh

Ft. special guests Jolene Willis and Peter Richards. Bonshaw Hall, Bonshaw

Oct 6 | 7 pm

Variety Show

A fundraiser for the Mont-Carmel Parish. Mont-Carmel Parish Hall, Wellington

Oct 6 | 7 pm

Fall Song Fest

Calvin Presbyterian, Mermaid

Oct 6 | 7:30 pm

The Songs & Stories of Stompin’ Tom

Ft. Whiskey Jack. Scott MacAulay Perfoming Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 8 | 7:30 pm

Lonestar

Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 8, 9 | 7 pm

Walk Right Back: The Everly Brothers Story

Oct 8: Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 9: Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 10 | 7:30 pm

United by Song

Ft. Joce Reyome, Brielle Ansems, Noah Malcom, Nathan Wiley, Luka Hall, John Connolly, Rhyanne Beatty, Brendan Hansen, Priscilla Iradukunda, Melanie Taylor and host Tanya Davis. Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 10 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: Chris Corrigan at the Vanguard Vol. 1 Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

Oct 10 | 8 pm

Quittin’ Time

Tribute to Zach Bryan. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 11 | 8 pm

Country Music Festival:

Evening of Legends

Tribute to country stars of yesteryear. Village musical acadien, Abram-Village

Oct 11 | 8 pm

Assynt

The Pourhouse, Charlottetown

Oct 11–13 | 8 pm

Nick Doneff’s 7th Annual Tribute to John Prine Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 12 | 6:30 pm

Peace Concert

Ft. Ruth Mathiang, Tanya Davis, Scott Parsons, the GAIA Singers, Tony Reddin, and a Palestinian-Canadian performer. Trinity United, Charlottetown

Oct 12 | 7:30 pm

Bizzard of Ozz

The Music of Ozzy Osbourne (The Solo Years). Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 12 | 7:30 pm

Margie Carmichael Scotto Free performance. Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

Oct 12 | 8:30 pm

Country Music Festival:

Country Boys

Tribute to Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley and George Strait. Village musical acadien, Abram-Village

LIVE @ the Centre

2024 season leads with a variety of musical genres

The LIVE @ the Centre 2024–2025 season begins October 23 with BAHAMAS. The JUNO Award-winning songwriter, musician, and self-described social media influencer returns with his latest album full of country songs about love, death, and automotive vehicles. Topped with extra dollops of teary twang, mandolin-pluckin’, and saloon-door-swinging rhythm, his new music features a genre-less blend of Americana, bluegrass, and all the funky finesse he is known for. The performance will also feature PEI’s Logan Richard as a supporting act.

On November 2, Halifax pop-rock quartet Good Dear Good will play at The Mack. Fresh off wins at the East Coast Music Awards and Music Nova Scotia Awards for their debut EP, the group performs with an endearingly infectious positivity on stage—but with deeper reading, you’ll find themes of resilience, perseverance, and love.

Newfoundlander Kellie Loder will bring songwriting prowess and a distinctive blend of folk, Americana, and indie pop to The Mack on November 6. Their lyrical brilliance is honest and vulnerable in ways that make the music feel deeply personal, inspiring profound emotion among audiences with their heartfelt songs, playful charm,

National recognition

Judith Cockman a finalist for Emerging Playwright Award

PEI Playwright Judith Cockman

A PEI playwright has received national recognition. The Playwrights Guild of Canada (PGC) recently announced the finalists for the Tom Hendry Awards, which honour

and exhilarating live show. Charlottetown singer-songwriter Irish Mythen returns to the Centre on November 7 with a completely reimagined show. Backed by a lush string ensemble, hear Mythen’s folk/ roots music in a brand-new sonic landscape at the Sobey Family Theatre. Their live performances are a thing of raw power, emotion, and connection with the audience that must be seen to be believed.

For the full LIVE @ the Centre lineup and updates, visit confederationcentre.com/liveatthecentre.

excellence in new stage works. Judith Cockman, who live in Montague, PEI, was named as a 2024 finalist for the RBC Emerging Playwright Award for her play Heavens!

Following two women’s attempts to reach their children from the afterlife, Heavens! is an allegory depicting the ego awakening into consciousness, arguably a critical first step to keeping our world from devastation.

Cockman is a writer, actor and theatre producer. She has written for stage, screen, newspapers, and magazines.

The PGC is a registered national arts service association mandated to advance the creative rights and interests of professional Canadian playwrights; promote Canadian plays nationally and internationally; and foster an active, evolving community of writers for the stage.

The Tom Hendry Awards are a nationally recognized program honouring a range of talented storytelling for the stage. playwrightsguild.ca

Innkeeper’s Christmas

THUR, DEC 12 – SAT, DEC 14

MacIsaac, Mac Morin

Musycsyn

Photo by Dylan Evans

Good Dear Good (above), Kellie Loder (left) and Irish Mythen

BRODY WHITE

STORIES. ORIGINAL SONGS. LIVES CHANGED.

Join United Way of PEI for Join United Way of PEI for a a magical evening magical evening of of stories and songs! stories and songs!

October 10 October 10 7:30PM 7:30PM

Joce Reyome, Brielle Ansems, Noah Malcom & Nathan Wiley!

STORIES BY

Rhyanne Beatty, Brendan Hansen, Priscilla Iradukunda & Melanie Taylor

HOSTED BY

Tanya Davis

Conolly

Book tickets ($15) for this celebration of community: confederationcentre.com

Halloween Spectacular

BoLo Drag Show at Beaconsfield Carriage House—Oct 4

A Halloween Havoc Drag Spectacular, a night of dancing, dramatics, and dazzling drag by BoLo Drag Show, hits Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown on October 4. Produced by Lottie Max, PEI’s Pink Powerhouse, and Boof, the Green Lady of PEI, the show promises vibrant energy, campy looks, and a touch of whimsy.

The lineup of drag and dance talents from PEI and beyond includes: Sage, bringing high-concept numbers and visuals; Mix Majestix, a PEI icon known for glamour and high drama; Evelyn Nox, Fredericton’s Dancing Diva; Babie Nox, a fierce new queen from Fredericton, NB; and Dick Vacant, a show-stopping king who combines devilish charm with electrifying moves.

The night will be filled with spooky surprises, killer performances, and a hauntingly good time. Halloween

DANCING

Hospice PEI fundraiser

The Black & White Fundraising Party for Hospice PEI will be held at the Charlottetown Fire Hall (second floor) on October 5 at 7:30 pm. Guests are encouraged to dress in black and white, though it is optional. Organized by Jeff Cody and his wife, participants in this year’s Hospice PEI Dancing with the Stars in November, the Black & White party will feature dance demonstrations in samba, waltz, rumba, cha-cha, and line dancing, along with jazz and rock music from The Groove Company, a six-piece band. The evening will also include a 50/50 draw, a cash bar, selfie props, and food throughout the night. All net proceeds support Hospice PEI, and donations over $20 will receive a tax receipt. The venue, located at 89 Kent St in Charlottetown, is wheelchair accessible, with an elevator and nearby parking. Cash or debit will be accepted at the door. Tickets can also be purchased in advance at canadahelps. org/en/charities/hospice-pei/events/ black-white-dance-night-in-support-ofhospice-pei.

Witch, Plz!

Strawberry Social Productions presents Witch, Plz!, a queer Halloween dance party at the Sportsman’s Club in Charlottetown on October 18 from 10 pm–1 am. DJ bb Bottle will be serving up pop, disco and electro beats so grab a coven, cast a circle, and get ready to

costumes are optional but encouraged, as there may be prizes for best dressed. Doors open at 6:25 pm; showtime is 7 pm. This is a mature and dry event. Feel free to bring cash for exclusive merch and to tip the local ghouls and goblins. Early bird presale tickets are available online at showpass.com/bolo or purchase a regular-priced ticket at the door.

turn up. Strawberry Social Productions is a local collective of queer community members creating safe spaces and fun events in Epekwitk/PEI. This is a 19+ event. Admission is at the door. Info: @strawberrysocialproductions on IG

International dance sessions

International dance sessions are held on Sundays at 2 pm until October 6 at the Summerside Library. 57 Central St, Summerside.

Social and Dance

A Royal Canadian Air Force Association Social and Dance, sponsored by 201 (Confederation) Wing, will be held at the Malcolm Darrach Community Centre on October 20 from 1–4 pm. Entertainment will be provided by We3 and a light lunch will be offered. All are welcome to attend. Admission is at the door. 1 Avonlea Dr, Charlottetown. Info: 902-367-0450

Dancing with the Stars

Hospice PEI’s 12th annual signature event, Dancing with the Stars, will be held from 6–10 pm on November 2 at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall in Charlottetown. The evening will feature music and dancing as PEI Stars pair with local professional dancers to show off their best moves. Performers include Penny Cody, Rachel Parise, Jessica Dickie, Ian Cababasay, Irish Mythen, Patty Castle, Jeff Cody, Pam Paquet, Kelley Lea, and Tracey Warren. Visit hospicepei.ca/events/dwts or call 902-3684498 for tickets.

Show producers Lottie Max (left) and Boof

Sobey Family Theatre, Sobey Family Theatre, Confederation Centre of the Arts Confederation Centre of the Arts

The Phantom of the Opera

Luminos Ensemble season begins—Oct 26

PEI’s ECMA Awardwinning professional choir, Luminos Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Margot Rejskind, kicks off its eighth season with a reprise of The Phantom of The Opera on October 26 at Florence Simmons Performance Hall in Charlottetown.

This unique film-andmusic event pairs the classic 1925 silent film with a fresh score by Toronto jazz bassist and composer Andrew Downing. The Ensemble is bringing it back for the third time since 2021, following rave reviews.

“I’ve never had so many people ask me if we would ever bring a project back,” says Artistic Director Margot Rejskind. “Not just people who saw it, but also people who heard about it from friends, and even the singers in the choir—they literally cheered when I told them we were doing it again.”

Released by Universal Studios in 1925, The Phantom of The Opera is based on Gaston Leroux’s 1910 novel. Directed by Rupert Julian, it stars Lon Chaney as the Phantom haunting the Paris Opera House, and Mary Philbin as Christine Daaé, the object of his obsession. Famous for Chaney’s ghastly, self-created makeup, the film reportedly caused screams and fainting

Spook Organa

Royal Canadian College of Organists—Oct 27

The long-standing tradition of scary Hallowe’en music will be celebrated on October 27 at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Charlottetown, when the Royal Canadian College of Organists presents Spook Organa! an evening of spooky organ music and fun for all ages.

There has long been an association between organ music and Hallowe’en. Whether it be phantoms haunting the crypts of the Paris Opera House, vampires lurking in cobwebbed castles, or ghostly apparitions eerily floating through gothic mansions, such images in film are often accompanied by spooky organ music emanating from somewhere beyond those stone walls.

Organists Leo Marchildon, Don Fraser, Tom Loney, Clement Carelse,

at its premiere.

Rejskind credits Andrew Downing’s jazz-inspired score for the event’s success: “It’s a horror film, but it also has a lot of melodrama, and some truly hilarious moments. Andrew’s music does a great job of pulling the audience in, so everyone is on the journey together. When you put that together with the excitement of a live performance, it’s just so much fun.”

Luminos Ensemble will also present Grant Us Peace on November 9 and Mysterium on December 14 at St. Paul’s in Charlottetown. All concerts begin at 7:30 pm.

Visit luminosensemble.com for tickets and more information.

Ann Francis, and Gloria Jay will perform macabre classics like “A Night on Bald Mountain” (Mussorgsky) and “Phantom of the Opera.” Between the musical selections, creepy tales will be shared with the audience.

The one-hour program starts at 7 pm, and admission is by free-will offering. Children 12 and under are asked to bring a canned good for the food bank, if possible. Those who come in costume will receive a complimentary treat bag.

Lon Chaney in The Phantom of the Opera and Luminos Ensemble Director Margot Rejskind (inset)

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Oct 13 | 11:30 am–1 pm

Country Music Festival:

Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner

Ft. Keera Gallant, Riel Arsenault, Dax Arsenault and Benoit Arsenault. Village musical acadien, Abram-Village

Oct 15 | 7:30 pm

The Wildflowers

Tribute to Tom Petty & The Hearbreakers. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 16 | 7 pm

Yesterday Once More

Tribute to ABBA, The Mamas & The Papas, The Carpenters and The Fifth Dimension. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 17 | 7:30 pm

Yuk Yuk’s: Andrew Evans

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 17 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: Chris Corrigan at the Vanguard Vol. 2 Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

Oct 17–19 | 8 pm

Against All Odds: A Night of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins

Craig Fair Music production. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 18 | 7:30 pm

Sarah Hagen: Flower Music

St. Paul’s, Charlottetown

Oct 18 | 7:30 pm

Red Dirt Skinners

Souris Show Hall, Souris

Oct 18 | 8 pm

Miscellany of Folk

The Pourhouse, Charlottetown

Oct 18–Nov 2 | Fri & Sat, 8 pm

Anne Murray Songbook

Ft. Mike Ross, Ben Kunder, Keelin Wedge, Julain Molnar, Carlie Howell and Garrett Sherwood. Harmony House, Hunter River

Oct 19 | 7:30 pm

Off The Rock

Tribute to Great Big Sea. Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

Oct 19 | 7:30 pm

James Keelaghan

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 19 | 7:30 pm

Dave Gunning

Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

Oct 19 | 7:30 pm

Bobcaygeon

Tribute to The Tragically Hip. Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 20 | 2:30 pm

PEI Symphony Orchestra: People, Places & Things

Works of Jared Miller, Erik Satie, Helena Munktell and Sergei Rachmaninoff. Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 20, 27 | 2:30 pm

L.M. Montgomery “soirée”

Ft. pianist Leo Marchildon and singers

Rebekah Brown, Julia Cerisano and James Ronahan. Barachois Inn, Rustico

Oct 20 | 7:30 pm

The Men of the Harvest

St. Mark’s Presbyterian, Charlottetown

Oct 21 | 8 pm

James Keelaghan

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 23 | 7:30 pm

Bahamas: The Bootcout Tour

Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 24 | 7:30 pm

Yuk Yuk’s: Travis Lindsay

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 24 | 7:30 pm

Peter Allen, pianist

UPEI Department of Music recital. Dr. Steel Recital Hall, UPEI, Charlottetown

Oct 24 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: Sean White playing Miles and Freddie Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

Oct 25

Haus of Zhoosh: Halloween

Drag Show

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 25 | 7:30 pm

Todd MacLean CD Launch

Ft. Gordon Belsher and surprise guests. The Pourhouse, Charlottetown

Oct 25 | 7:30 pm

Songwriters & Strings

Ft. Natalie Williams Cahoun, Tiffany Liu, Emilea May, and Alicia Toner, accompanied by a 10-piece string ensemble. St. Paul’s, Charlottetown

Oct 25 | 7:30 pm

Matt Wright: I’m Doing My Best Comedy Tour

With special guest Patrick Ledwell. Red Shores Grandstand, Charlottetown

Oct 25–26 | 8 pm

The Bad Seed

Ft. Nancy McLure, Rob MacDonald, Kelly Caseley, Graham Putnam, and Carly Martin. The Guild, Charlottetown

Oct 26 | 7:30 pm

Hey Tonight

The Music of CCR. Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Oct 26 | 7:30 pm

Rory Gardiner

Souris Show Hall, Souris

Oct 26 | 7:30 pm

Luminos Ensemble: The Phantom of the Opera

Silent film with live score. Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 26 | 8 pm

The Fabulously Rich PEI Brewing Company, Charlottetown

Oct 26 | 8 pm

Love Junkies Halloween Party

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 26, 27 | 7:30 pm

Lunch at Allen’s: Farewell Tour!

Oct 26: Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

Oct 27: Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 27 | matinee

Aquaculture, Wolfcastle & Stephen Hero

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 27 | 7 pm

The Royal Canadian College of Organists: Spook Organa!

Ft. Leo Marchildon, Don Fraser, Tom Loney, Clement Carelse, Ann Francis, and Gloria Jay. St. Peter’s Cathedral, Charlottetown

Oct 29 | 7:30 pm

Joel Plasket

Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

Oct 29 | 7:30 pm

DeeDee Austin

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Oct 30 | 7:30 pm

Jack Pine Folk Club

Ft. The Devil’s Punchbowl, Ryan Christopher Stanley, John MacKenzie, and host

Shane Pendergast. The Pourhouse, Charlottetown

Oct 30 | 8 pm

Static Age

Halloween tribute to The Misfits. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Oct 31 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: Macabre for Hallowe’en feat. Dotty Davis Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

Nov & Dec | select dates

Storm’s A’Brewin’—A Boyle

Family Brewery Story

Feast Dinner Theatres. Rodd Charlottetown and Brothers 2, Summerside

Nov 1 | 7:30 pm

Charlie A’Court Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Nov 1 | 8 pm

Brothers MacPhee: Nirvana

Unplugged 30th Anniversary Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Nov 1–3 | 7:30 pm

Dear Jack, Dear Louise

Play by Ken Ludwig. Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Nov 2 | 7:30 pm

Good Dear Good The Mack, Charlottetown

Nov 2 | 7:30 pm

Jason Cyrus Live

Hypnotist show. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Nov 2–3 | 8 pm

Matt Minglewood Band: Thru The Years

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Nov 4 | 8 pm

70’s 80’s Mixtape Night

Craig Fair Music Producitons fundraiser with all proceeds going to PEI Cares. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

PEI Symphony Orchestra

Season opens with a talk, concert and reception—Oct 20

The Prince Edward Island Symphony Orchestra (PEISO) kicks off its 2024–25 season with Jaelem Bhate, making his conducting debut as the new PEISO Music Director on October 20 at the Sobey Family Theatre, Confederation Centre of the Arts.

“I simply can’t wait to make music with and for this community,” says Bhate. “This will be the first of many seasons that will celebrate music from composers and artists of all backgrounds in concerts that are created for all who call PEI home.”

The October 20 concert, titled People, Places and Things, celebrates the uniqueness of PEI. This program is designed to thrill, engage, and welcome a new era for the PEISO. The concert opens with “Surge and Swell” by Canadian composer Jared Miller, which begins with a few strings and xylophone and ends with the entire orchestra playing in unison at full volume. Helena Munktell’s “Bränningar” reflects how water and oceans unite us, whether in her native Sweden or along Canada’s coasts. This is followed by Erik Satie’s delicate and entrancing “Gymnopédies,” enhanced by Claude Debussy’s orchestration. The afternoon concludes with Sergei Rachmaninoff’s “Symphonic Dances,” a piece with a rich backstory and one of the most romantic, bombastic, and indulgent works in the orchestral repertoire.

“Whether you are a subscriber, a seasoned listener, or a first timer, it’s

Barachois Inn

soirées

Celebrating 150 years of L.M. Montgomery in Rustico

The Barachois Inn in Rustico is celebrating 150 years of L.M. Montgomery. The Inn will welcome composer and pianist Leo Marchildon, along with singers Rebekah Brown, Julia Cerisano and James Ronahan, for two Sunday afternoon “soirées.” Performances are at 2:30 pm on October 20 and 27, and High tea will follow.

a chance to fall in love with the sheer sound of the orchestra,” continues Bhate. “Orchestras can tell stories through music, making us laugh, cry, engage with our communities both local and global, and can be a powerful call to action.”

Concert attendees are invited to a free pre-concert talk at 1:30 pm at Confederation Centre, as well as a post-concert reception to celebrate the start of the new season.

All concerts are held on Sundays at 2:30 pm. Tickets and subscriptions can be purchased by phone at 902-566-1267, online at confederationcentre.com, or in person at the Centre’s box office. peisymphony.com

The events recall the recitals of poetry and song held during Montgomery’s times and so vividly described in her Anne books. The music selections are from the various musicals inspired by Montgomery’s writings.

Due to limited seating, tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 902-9632194 or email sleep@barachoisinn.com for more information.

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PEISO Music Director Jaelem Bhate

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(clockwise from top-left): Rebekah Brown, Julia Cerisano, Leo Marchildon and James Ronahan

Joel Plaskett

Live at Kings Playhouse— Oct 29

East Coast legend Joel Plaskett will perform at Kings Playhouse in Georgetown on October 29 at 7:30 pm. This is an all-ages show.

From rocking Halifax’s Marquee Club to performing for the masses at Massey Hall, or touring the country with his father, Joel Plaskett has built a reputation as one of Canada’s most engaging performers and respected singer-songwriters.

Plaskett’s songs are a staple of the national playlist, a fixture on “best of” lists, and the soundtrack to the lives of devoted fans across Canada and around the world. His accolades over the past quarter century include a JUNO, numerous East Coast Music, Canadian Folk, and Music Nova Scotia

Awards, and two Polaris short-list nominations.

Tickets are available by calling 902652-2053, at kingsplayhouse.com, or at the door one hour before showtime.

Campbell & Johnston

Vintage blues-rock and roots at Trailside Music Hall—Oct 5

Campbell & Johnston will be live at Trailside Music Hall on October 5 at 8 pm.

The power duo returns to celebrate the release of their new album Paisley Hearts. They’re bringing the whole band and some friends to make it an extra special night.

Expect vintage bluesrock and roots music with a modern twist, fronted by two powerhouse guitarists and vocalists. Campbell & Johnston have been making waves, opening for big names like Burton Cummings, Steve Earle, and Bob Seger.

Their early release singles are already gaining traction in Canada, the UK, and the US on various radio

Songwriters & Strings

Showcase created by Natalie Williams Calhoun—Oct 25

Songwriters & Strings, created by Natalie Williams Calhoun, will showcase an evening of music, creativity, and community at St. Paul’s in Charlottetown on October 25 at 7:30 pm. The performance will feature PEI artists Tiffany Liu, Emilea May, and Alicia Toner, accompanied by a 10-piece string ensemble with custom arrangements written by Natalie.

Originally from China, Tiffany Liu is an accomplished Pipa player with over two decades of practice and performance experience. Since moving to Canada in 2016, she has introduced the ancient instrument to diverse PEI audiences. Her debut album Riding the Waves was nominated for a Music PEI and ECMA Award. Tiffany embodies the essence of a global musician, bridging cultures through her artistry, and aims to share the beauty of the Pipa and Asian music culture with a global audience.

Emilea May crafts music that fosters healing and growth through raw expression. With dreamy vocals and honest lyrics, her songs evoke deep emotion and introspection. Her forthcoming debut album Unwreck Me blends indie, pop, and rock, diving into heartache and hope. Despite her short live performance career, Emilea

Alicia Toner is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from the East Coast of Canada. Her latest album, Joan (2021), was nominated for two ECMA Awards (Rising Star and Solo Recording of the Year) and won Solo Artist of the Year at the CMFAs. She was also the Artist in Residence at Under the Spire for its 2024 season. Visit pink-avocado-productions. tickit.ca/events/25845/ for advance tickets or purchase at the door.

platforms, including CBC, and their music has been featured on Canadian television shows like Hudson & Rex and Sullivan’s Crossing. Visit trailside.ca for tickets or more information.

Against All Odds

A Night of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins—Oct 17 to 19

Against All Odds: A Night of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins, presented by Craig Fair Productions, will be on stage at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown this month with performances at 8 pm, October 17–19.

Peter and Genesis, Phil and Genesis, Peter Solo, and Phil Solo—this

intricately intertwined journey spans decades of music, exploring the careers of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins. From bandmates to solo artists, these two legends have remained prominent in the music world, continually inspiring audiences with their performances. trailside.ca

Jenina MacGillivray

Album launch tour with Tanya Davis—Oct 3

Singer-songwriter Jenina MacGillivray, with her good friends The Burning Hell (Ariel Sharratt, Mathias Kom, and Maria Peddle) serving as her backing band, is touring the Maritimes to celebrate the release of her sophomore album Perseids. Rounding out the double bill is another dear friend, Tanya Davis. The tour will stop at The Guild in Charlottetown on October 3.

Born in Cape Breton, raised on PEI, and based in St. John’s, Newfoundland, MacGillivray writes songs that are wistful, longing, and intimately familiar, weaving the small places of Atlantic Canada into the broader world. Her debut album

Marion won Music NL’s Factor Album of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, and was called “the real deal” (Roots Canada) and “possibly the most beautiful album of the year” (East Magazine).

Tanya Davis is a writer and performer based in rural PEI. She creates for the page, the stage, the stereo, and the screen, and she is PEI’s current Poet Laureate.

Doors open at 7 pm. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Visit theguildpei.com to purchase tickets.

has already shared the stage with Basia Bulat, The East Pointers, Rose Cousins, and Tim Baker.

Tifanny Liu (above), Emilea May (left) and Alicia Toner

Blake Johnston and Christine Campbell

UPEI music recitals

Series features performers from across Canada

The UPEI Department of Music will present several upcoming recitals featuring performers from across Canada.

On October 5 at 7:30 pm, audience members will enjoy an evening of brass and percussion music as The Canadian Staff Band takes the stage at UPEI’s Performing Arts Centre. Experience the power and beauty of one of Canada’s premier brass ensembles, directed by Bandmaster John Lam. This rare opportunity to hear the artistry of the Canadian Staff Band promises to uplift and inspire.

Renowned concert pianist, composer, conductor, and teacher Peter Allen will present a piano recital on October 24. Known for his captivating interpretations, Allen has performed over a dozen concertos with Symphony Nova Scotia and is frequently heard on CBC national radio. A prolific composer, he has completed numerous commissions for various instrumentations, including concerti, orchestral works, and solo piano compositions. The upcoming recital will feature works by Rachmaninoff, Haydn, Ravel, and his own Bagatelles. The concert

Peace Concert

Hosted by Island Peace Committee at Trinity United

The Island Peace Committee will hold a Peace Concert on October 12 at Trinity United in Charlottetown. The event will feature emcee PEI Poet Laureate Tanya Davis, special guest Ruth Mathiang, Island singer-songwriter Scott Parsons, the GAIA Singers, Island troubadour Tony Reddin, an inspirational piece by a Palestinian-Canadian performer, and a silent auction.

Special guest Ruth Mathiang, who was born in South Sudan and came to the Island as a high school student, uses her voice and talent to advocate for critical social issues. Her songs express the longing for social justice, the timeless fight for equality, and the dream of world peace. While singing in Arabic, Kiswahili, and English, her elegant melodic sound has been described as a mixture of traditional African music with hip hop, afrobeat, jazz, and reggae.

The Island Peace Committee has been active in peace advocacy for more than 40 years.

“With the genocide in Palestine and

will take place on the SDU Stage at Dr. Steel Recital Hall at 7:30 pm.

For more information on the UPEI Department of Music’s upcoming recitals and events, visit upei.ca/music or contact music@upei.ca.

a civil war in Sudan that affects 18 million people, we can feel helpless in the safety of home,” says a spokesperson for the Island Peace Committee. “Our motto is an injury to one is an injury to all. We oppose all forms of violence against civilians who are the majority of casualties in today’s warfare.”

Funds raised will support victims of war in Palestine and Sudan. Admission is by donation at the door, which opens at 6:30 pm.

Sarah Hagen

Music inspired by gardens at St. Paul’s—Oct 18

Award-winning pianist Sarah Hagen returns to St. Paul’s in Charlottetown on October 18 at 7:30 pm with a concert of music inspired by gardens, including Schumann’s rich and lyrical “Flower Music.” Also on the programme will be floral works by MacDowell, Rachmaninoff, and others.

Hagen performs across Canada and internationally including solo performances this past summer at Cambridge Folk Festival and ArtDog Gallery in London. The show will be approximately one hour long without intermission. Admission is pay-what-you-will at the door or by e-transfer to sarah@sarahhagen.com.

United by Song

United by Song, a signature event of United Way of PEI, will be presented in the Sobey Family Theatre at Confederation Centre of the Arts on October 10 at 7:30 pm.

Hosted by Tanya Davis, the evening will feature original songs from Joce Reyome, Brielle Ansems, Noah Malcolm, and Nathan Wiley, as well as stories by Rhyanne Beatty, Brendan Hansen, Priscilla Iradukunda and Melanie Taylor. Special guests include Luka Hall and John Connolly. Visit confederationcentre.com to purchase tickets.

Pianist Peter Allen (above) and The Canadian Staff Band

Poet, singer and songwriter Ruth Mathiang

Host for the evening, Tanya Davis

Tribute bands in October

One for each county—Prince, Queens and Kings

Early Morning Rain

Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot Harbourfront Theatre—Oct 3

Summerside’s Harbourfront Theatre will welcome Leisa Way and her Wayward Wind Band for Early Morning Rain, celebrating the remarkable life and career of legendary Canadian Gordon Lightfoot. The show will be on October 3 at 7:30 pm.

The cast of musicians, directed by Bruce Ley, will capture the magic of Lightfoot’s live performances in this two-hour tribute, featuring hits like “If You Could Read My Mind,” “Sundown,” “For Lovin’ Me,” and “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” Lightfoot recorded 20 albums, received five Grammy nominations, and won 17 JUNO Awards. His songs have been recorded by artists including Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Eric Clapton, Hank Williams Jr., Judy Collins, Barbra Streisand, Peter, Paul & Mary, Glen Campbell, and Toby Keith. In 2012, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and received the Governor General’s Award and the Companion to the Order of Canada Honor of Merit. harbourfronttheatre.com

Off the Rock

Tribute to Great Big Sea Kings Playhouse—Oct 19

Off the Rock returns by popular demand to Kings Playhouse on October 19 at 7:30 pm.

Off The Rock is North America’s premier tribute to one of Atlantic Canada’s greatest musical acts— Great Big Sea. After a sold-out show at the Playhouse in July, audiences demanded the band return.

Off The Rock delivers an interactive, engaging show that is sure to have audiences singing, dancing, and clapping along to Great Big Sea’s greatest hits and Newfoundland traditional tunes like “Run Run Away,” “Sea of No Cares,” “When I’m Up,” “Ordinary Day,” and many more.

Tickets are available by calling 902652-2053, at kingsplayhouse.com, or at the door one hour before showtime.

The Fabulously Rich Tribute to The Tragically Hip PEI Brewing Company—Oct 26

The Fabulously Rich: The Tragically Hip Tribute returns to the PEI Brewing Company in Charlottetown on October 26 at 8 pm. This is a 19+ event.

The band pays homage and shares their love for The Tragically Hip’s music. Together with the audience, they look to keep the band’s music alive and celebrate the magic that made The Tragically Hip an iconic force in Canadian Music History.

The Fabulously Rich band members say they grew up on the music of The Tragically Hip and played it in their first bands. Now they have performed in front of tens of thousands and cultivated an incredible following of their own.

Charlie A’Court

Roots, soul and Americana artist returns to Summerside

Summerside’s Harbourfront Theatre will welcome back roots, soul and Americana artist Charlie A’Court on November 1 at 7:30 pm.

Known for his powerful voice, guitar work, and contemporary songwriting, A’Court recently won the 2024 ECMA Blues Recording of the Year for A’Court, Spiegel, & Vinnick. A six-time ECMA and eight-time Nova Scotia Music Award winner, he’s also a multiple Maple Blues Award nominee.

A’Court’s songwriting spans electric rockers like “Can’t Stop the Clock” (Christine Campbell) and “Love & Insanity” (Mike Biggar) to acoustic grooves like “When The

Lights Went Out” and “Through The Night” (Quote The Raven).

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DeeDee Austin

Singer-songwriter makes her Harbourfront debut—Oct 29

DeeDee Austin, an 18-year-old Indigenous singer-songwriter, is making waves with her infectious energy, dynamic stage presence, and authentic songwriting. She will make her Harbourfront Theatre debut in Summerside on October 29 at 7:30 pm.

DeeDee has won Music Nova Scotia’s Indigenous Artist of the Year (2023) and earned an ECMA nomination for Dance Recording of the Year (2024). Her sophomore EP, Stay Dancin’, follows her 2021 release, Stepping Stones. Her latest single, “Tell Me,” dropped on National Indigenous Day, June 21, 2024.

This is a pay-what-you-will performance, an initiative from Harbourfront which helps to make events in its

Welcome Fall

Ceilidh

Families encouraged at Bonshaw Hall—Oct 6

The Bonshaw Hall is hosting its Welcome Fall Ceilidh on October 6 at 2 pm. Special guests include Jolene Willis and Peter Richards, and there will be a short sing-along for kids.

seasons accessible to everyone in the community. All audience members require a ticket (free of charge at the time of booking) and will be invited to pay what they wish following the performance.

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Families and children are especially welcome.

Music teacher Jolene Willis, along with family and friends, will perform a blend of covers and originals.

Singer-songwriter Peter Richards, who plays dobro, guitar, banjo, and bass, and has recorded his original material, will be sharing his songs on guitar.

Admission is by donation in support of the Hall, with free entry for kids under 12. There will also be gifts of fall bulbs for spring blooms and give-away books.

Liesa Way and her Wayward Wind Band perform at Harbourfront Theatre

Country Music Festival

Returning for its 15th year in Abram-Village—Oct 11 to 13

The 15th edition of the Country Music Festival returns to Village musical acadien in Abram-Village from October 11–13, featuring a mix of amateur, semi-professional, and professional PEI performers.

The festival kicks off on October 11 at 8 pm with the “Evening of Legends,” a tribute to country stars of the past. Performers include Chad, Dawson, Paula, Nick, Paul, Julie, and Dionel Arsenault, as well as Michel LeBlanc, Amber and Angela Phillips, Kevin Kelly, and Mark Hackett. A professional house band—Rémi Arsenault, Keelin Wedge, Danny MacNevin, Shane Arsenault, and Peter Burke—will accompany them.

Most songs will be in English, paying tribute to legends like Merle Haggard, George Jones, Johnny Cash, and Loretta Lynn.

Debbie Rousselle-Montgomery will emcee the night, adding humour, music, and country-themed contests.

On October 12 at 8:30 pm, the Country Boys—featuring New Brunswick singers Scott Delhunty, Gerald Delhunty, Marc Babin, and Daniel Goguen, backed by five musicians—pay tribute to Alan Jackson, Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley, and George Strait with hits like “Chattahoochee,” “Friends in Low Places,” “Whiskey

Lullaby,” and “The Chair.”

The festival wraps up on October 13 with a Thanksgiving turkey dinner from 11:30 am–1 pm, alongside performances by young talents Keera Gallant, Riel Arsenault, Dax Arsenault, and Benoit Arsenault.

Tickets are available at the door, online at villagemusical.ca/shop/, or by calling 902-439-7411 or 902-3152593. The first two evenings are adultsonly, with a cash bar available.

Songs of Stompin’ Tom

The Stories & Songs of Stompin’ Tom featuring Whiskey Jack will be performed at three venues in October, starting at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown on October 2 at 8 pm. The show hits the stage at Copper Bottom Brewing in Montague on October 4 at 7:30 pm and then at Scott MacAulay Performance Centre in Summerside on October 6 at 7:30 pm.

This concert offers a personalized, behind-the-scenes portrait of Stompin’ Tom Connors, drawn from the band’s many years on the road with him. The show features a carefully crafted blend of Connors’ greatest hits and outrageous, yet true, stories of Whiskey Jack’s experiences with Tom. Whiskey Jack is the one and only ‘officially licensed’ musical group (by Anthem Records and Tom’s family) performing Stompin’ Tom Connors’ music, authorized to use

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The Country Boys (above) and Keera Gallant, Riel Arsenault, Dax Arsenault and Benoit Arsenault

Three performances by Whiskey Jack in October

Whiskey Jack

PEI RECORDINGS

ALBUMS

Apricity

Todd MacLean

PEI multi-instrumentalist Todd MacLean will celebrate the launch of his new CD Apricity on October 25 at The Pourhouse in Charlottetown.

An old, rare word that means “the warmth of the sun in winter,” Apricity explores themes of finding strength and light amidst loss and dark times. An instrumental 12-track album of saxophone, piano and guitar by MacLean, the CD also features guitar on one song by Gordon Belsher, who was also the recording engineer for the project.

MacLean will be joined by Belsher and other surprise guests on stage at The Pourhouse (above The Old Triangle) for the launch event on October 25 at 7:30 pm. Admission is by cash only at the door, which will open at 7 pm. Tables can be reserved by calling The Old Triangle at 902-892-5200.

Cool Band Tracks & Instrumentals #2

Andrew A. Melzer

PEI-based record producer and composer Andrew A. Melzer is set

to release the album Cool Band Tracks & Instrumentals #2 on October 10 via Panda Digital.

The album features 20 recordings, including songs originally intended as instrumentals and others that were meant to have vocals but are presented here without. These tracks were recorded by studio musicians between 1971 and 2022, with string overdubs performed by symphony orchestra sections. The recordings took place in Toronto, ON, Los Angeles, CA, and Charlottetown, PEI, spanning genres such as pop, classical, jazz, and rock.

The first album in this series included the track “Scoot On Over to Scat’s,” written by Melzer, which will be featured in the European Netflix series Neumatt this month.

Email andrew@pandadigital.com to purchase albums.

Metaphysical Machines

NEBO

Charlottetown-based band NEBO will celebrate the launch of their debut album, Metaphysical Machines, on October 1, with a release concert following on October 3 at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown at 8 pm.

Metaphysical Machines features ten songs, showcasing a broad range of

styles and topics. The album serves as an intellectual tour de force on the human condition from a philosophical perspective, posing questions such as: What is the value of a conversation? What would you do if you could return from the netherworld? Where did the free market economy go wrong?

NEBO formed in early 2023, spanning three generations of musicians: Liam Corcoran on vocals, Sergey Varlamov on lead guitar, strings, and keyboard, Garrett Sherwood on drums, Cameron Menzies on bass and vocals, and Neb Kujundzic on rhythm guitar.

All ten songs on the album were written by Kujundzic, arranged by the band, and recorded and produced by Sergey Varlamov at his studio, Crabbe Road Productions. The track “Rock and Roll at Seventy” features Sean Ferris on keyboards.

Musically, the band explores a wide range of genres, including vintage rock, reggae, alt-rock, Cuban crossover, slow ballads, rock and roll, and more.

SINGLES

“Crossing the Bridge” Shane Pendergast

PEI folk singer-songwriter Shane Pendergast released his new single, “Crossing the Bridge,” on September 27, now available on all major streaming platforms.

This deeply reflective song captures the raw beauty of Maritime life. Inspired by his surroundings in Corran Ban, PEI, “Crossing the Bridge” is about finding the gold in the grime— appreciating the rough edges of life and the natural world.

The single features a lineup of local musicians, including Shane’s father,

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Michael Pendergast, on accordion, Rowen Gallant (Ten Strings and a Goat Skin, Maukin) on fiddle, and Logan Richard on bass, piano, and guitar. Richard also produced the track, with Adam Gallant handling the mix and Parachute Mastering overseeing the mastering.

“Days

Go By”

Hikado

Charlottetown-based Egyptian artist and producer Hikado released his latest single, “Days Go By,” on August 10.

Following the success of his debut single “Enough,” which earned recognition from Music PEI and CBC Radio One, this new track showcases his distinctive style. Blending guitar, synth, and poignant lyrics, “Days Go By” explores the lingering emotions of a summer breakup, balancing hope and melancholy.

With support from Music PEI, Hikado collaborated with Human Moves Media, director Jacob Puiras, and cinematographer Oakar Myint to create a music video for the single. Premiering on September 14 at City Cinema in Charlottetown, the video stars Cat MacCannell and a diverse cast, enhancing the song’s narrative. Inspired by Bonnie and Clyde, the visual concept adds depth to the track’s emotional resonance. “Days Go By” will also be featured on CBC Radio, further expanding its reach.

Rooted in his diverse background and musical upbringing, Hikado’s honest, emotional songwriting continues to resonate with listeners, and he looks forward to sharing more heartfelt music with his growing audience.

Music Arcade by Dennis Ellsworth

Cell Deth

“We

angered a wizard in Nanaimo”

Cell Deth is a straight-to-theskull, fast-hardcore punk band from Charlottetown. In 2021, Ryan Kirkpatrick (bass) and Brett Sanderson (drums) had the idea to start a band. They mentioned it to Matt Sheidow (guitar) who had already started stockpiling guitar parts, song ideas, and even a band name for a future project. Matt had been binging on the American hardcore punk band Scholastic Deth, and they inspired the name Cell Deth. When Ryan and Brett proposed a band, Matt joined and offered up his secret band name and his song ideas and Cell Deth began.

The trio spent a year working on instrumental music, and at one point even tried completing the songs with vocals, but ultimately held off. This is where Story Sheidow enters the picture and within a week or two of joining the band in November 2022, lyrics and vocals were written and recorded and Cell Deth was solidified. They draw influence from 80’s hardcore bands like Poison Idea, Jerry’s Kids, and Black Flag.

Immediately after Story joined the band, they played their first show and within months, their first release, Demo, was issued on cassette by Sewercide Records. They quickly sold out.

In only a short time, they have performed around the country. Their second show ever was a headlining slot at Montreal’s Yell Out Fest and recently they played with legendary Canadian punks D.O.A. in Charlottetown. They’ve played Ottawa’s Sitting on the Outside Festival, Toronto and Hamilton with Brain Itch and Sago, toured British Columbia with shows in Chilliwack, Victoria, Cumberland, Vancouver at Alf House (the oldest punk house in Canada) for Better Things to Do Fest, and in Nanaimo, where they angered a wizard in a hockey jersey who was crossing the street. When their van, coming down a hill, didn’t appear to be slowing down fast enough for the wizard’s liking, he became upset with Cell Deth.

Their recording process is efficient. Everything so far has been recorded and mixed by Brett. The band records live off the floor and quickly chooses a take for Story to sing on. The results

LAUNCHES

NEBO album release concert

Charlottetown-based band NEBO (Liam Corcoran, Sergey Varlamov, Garrett Sherwood, Cameron Menzies, and Neb Kujundzic), will launch their debut album Metaphysical Machines on October 3 at 8 pm at Trailside Music Hall. 155 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Jenina

MacGillivray album release tour

Jenina MacGillivray’s Perseids album release tour will stop at The Guild in Charlottetown on October 3 at 7:30 pm. MacGillivray will be joined by The Burning Hell (Ariel Sharratt, Mathias Kom, and Maria Peddle), and guest Tanya Davis. Doors open at 7 pm. Visit theguildpei.com for tickets. 111 Queen St, Charlottetown

Todd MacLean CD launch party

are authentic and outstanding. In July 2024, Cell Deth put out their second EP, Catholic Guilt, again on Sewercide Records. The initial run of 300 copies is almost sold out. Recently, they were approached by a label in Argentina who asked to release Catholic Guilt on MiniDisc. They approved and these relics are on their way to Canada.

Punks hold community close; they are passionate about music, and they don’t feel the need for competition. The fans buy lots of shirts and records, and bands like Cell Deth thrive. There are a lot of bands sharing bills, crashing on couches, and helping each other find new fans. As it spreads, the community builds and becomes closer.

Since the beginning, Cell Deth has been buzzing in the Canadian and International punk community. The band admits to spending a good portion of their time on the road finding good and bad things to eat. Usually, Ryan adopts a new persona for each trip and that involves finding and buying some kind of fun hat. They have a good time.

They are hoping to play their first shows in the United States and Newfoundland in 2025.

If you’d like to catch a Cell Deth show, they are performing as part of an all-ages show at The Guild on October 5. They can also be found in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia on October 11 for Nowadays Fest.

You can buy their music on Bandcamp at celldeth.bandcamp.com or stream it where you do that.

PEI multi-instrumentalist Todd MacLean will launch his new CD Apricity on October 25 at 7:30 pm at The Pourhouse (above The Old Triangle). He will be joined by Gordon Belsher and surprise guests. Admission is cash only at the door, which opens at 7 pm. To reserve a table, call 902-892-5200. 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Men of the Harvest

St. Mark’s Presbyterian—Oct 20

The Men of the Harvest will be in concert at St. Mark’s Presbyterian on October 20 at 2:30 pm.

Tickets are available at the door or by calling Lois at 902-368-8246.

The church is located at the corner of Pine Drive and Brackley Point Road in Charlottetown.

(L–R): Brett Sanderson, Story Sheidow, Matt Sheidow and Ryan Kirkpatrick

Live at the Pourhouse

Some folk, some trad and some poetry

Assynt

October 11

Assynt will be live at the Pourhouse in Charlottetown on October 11 at 8 pm.

The instrumental folk trio Assynt features former BBC Radio Scotland Young Musician of the Year finalists Graham Mackenzie (fiddle) and David Shedden (pipes/whistles), alongside BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award winner Innes White (guitar).

The group is recognized for their tight-knit fiddle and pipe playing, blended with intricate guitar lines and grooves. This powerful and intuitive musicality is showcased throughout their second studio release, Where From Here. Assynt has received airplay across the BBC, including on BBC Radio 2’s The Folk Show, Travelling Folk, and Caithream Ciuil on BBC Radio Scotland. Last year, the band toured extensively in Australia, China, and Germany, as well as performing throughout the UK.

Doors open at 7 pm. Tickets are on sale at The Old Triangle. Call 902-8925200 to make table reservations.

Miscellany

The trio Miscellany of Folk, featuring band members from Ireland and Newfoundland & Labrador, will perform at the Pourhouse in Charlottetown on October 18 at 8 pm. At the core of Miscellany of Folk

are three exceptional musicians: multi-instrumentalist Billy Sutton (fiddle, bodhrán, mandola, and vocals) from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland; Benny McCarthy (button accordions and melodeon) from County Waterford, Ireland; and Eddie Costello (lead vocals and acoustic guitar) from County Tipperary, Ireland.

United by their deep love of music and shared passion for creating new arrangements and sounds, they bring a fresh perspective to the folk genre.

Doors open at 7 pm. Tickets are on sale at The Old Triangle. Call 902-8925200 to make table reservations.

Jack Pine Folk Club

October 30

Take a step back in time and enjoy some folk music and poetry at the Jack Pine Folk Club on October 30 from 7:30–9:30 pm at the Pourhouse in Charlottetown.

Host Shane Pendergast will welcome PEI’s gothic folk band The Devil’s Punchbowl to the stage, as well as songwriter Ryan Christopher Stanley and poet John MacKenzie. With songs of monsters and vagabonds, the Devil’s Punchbowl promises to bring the spirit of Halloween to the Jack Pine stage.

Hailing from St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador, and currently inhabiting the foggy southern shores of Nova Scotia, Ryan Christopher Stanley has performed with three JUNO Award winners (Tom Cochrane, Amelia Curran, Matt Mays) as an accompanying guitarist. Halifax Bloggers called Ryan’s original music “Bluesy Dylan-esque folky fare” after a debut performance of original works at HUFF ‘21 (The Carleton, Halifax). Admission is at the door.

James Keelaghan

Performing at Harbourfront Theatre and Trailside Music Hall

Singer-songwriter James Keelaghan, with bass virtuoso David Woodhead, will perform in PEI this month, with shows at Harbourfront Theatre in Summerside on October 19 at 7:30 pm, and Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown on October 21 at 8 pm.

Keelaghan is an artist who has proven to be a man for all seasons. As the calendar pages have turned, for almost a quarter of a century now, this poet laureate of the folk and roots music world has gone about his work with a combination of passion, intent and intensity, and curiosity. Fusing his insatiable appetite for finding the next unique storyline Keelaghan also forges his pieces with brilliantly defined craftsmanship and a monogrammed artistic vision, making him one of the most distinctive and readily identifiable voices of not only the Canadian scene, but as a member of the international singer-songwriter community.

Best known for his melodic, personal style on fretless electric bass, Woodhead has explored diverse musical territory both solo and with others. His instrumental work appears on over 150 contemporary folk albums, and he has collaborated with Perth County Conspiracy, Garnet and Stan Rogers, Don Ross, Valdy, and more. trailside.ca

harbourfronttheatre.com

Seven Drunken Nights

Canadian tour stops in Summerside and Charlottetown

Presented by Paquette Productions, Seven Drunken Nights–The Story of the Dubliners, direct from the UK on its first Canadian tour, is coming to PEI with stops in Summerside at Harbourfront Theatre on October 1 at 7:30 pm, and in Charlottetown at Confederation Centre of the Arts on October 2 at 7 pm.

In partnership with Tourism Ireland and in association with the legendary Irish pub O’Donoghue’s—the place where it all started for The Dubliners in 1962—Seven Drunken Nights tells the story of a career spanning 50 years and

invokes the spirit of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, John Sheahan, Ciaran Bourke, and Jim McCann. More than a jukebox musical celebrating The Dubliners, the show stars its charismatic writer and director Ged Graham, whose narration guides the audience through the fascinating life of the group, interspersed with performances of their celebrated classics, including “The Irish Rover,” “The Leaving of Liverpool,” “Belle of Belfast City,” and more. Visit harbourfronttheatre.com or confederationcentre.com for tickets.

Songwriter Ryan Christopher

James Keelaghan

ONGOING MUSIC

ceilidhs, dances, series, sessions...

Assumption Ceilidhs

A ceilidh is held on the third Sunday of each month from 2–4 pm at Assumption Parish Centre in Stratford. Hosted by Assumption Catholic Women’s League and Assumption Knights of Columbus, the afternoon features the music of the Young at Heart with Leo Gallant, Randy Cheverie, Norman LeClair, Dave Shephard, Paul Chandler, Robert Cain and Dave Moore, plus special guests. Admission is at the door. A 50/50 draw, tea and light refreshments are included. Proceeds go to Our Lady of the Assumption Parish. Info: Leo Gallant, 902-569–3202, leowgallant@hotmail.com

Blues Jam

The Plain Dirty Blues Band plays at Baba’s Lounge on the last Saturday of each month from 5:30–8 pm. Admission is by donation. Upcoming dates this fall are September 28, October 26, November 30, and December 28. Follow Plain Dirty Blues Band on FB for updates. 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Ceilidhs at the Irish Hall

The Benevolent Irish Society’s ceilidhs feature local bands and musicians. Doors open at 7 pm and music starts at 8 pm. The upcoming lineup includes: A Full Deck (Keila Glydon, Steven Perry, Judy Lowe & Jacinta MacDonald) with guest Chad Matthews) (September 27); The Chaisson Trio (Louise MacKinnon, Kevin Chaisson and Sheila MacKenzie) (October 4); TBA (11); Tip ‘Er Back (Clive Curry, Wade Murray, Allan Betts and Darlene Bradley) with fiddler Steven Perry (18); and Fiddlers’ Sons (Eddy Quinn and John B. Webster) with fiddler Fiona MacCorquodale (25). Tickets are available at the door or online at benevolentirishsocietyofpei.com. 582 North River Rd, Charlottetown.

Ceilidh in the City

The 14th season of family-friendly ceilidh series continues on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm until December 4 at the Jack Blanchard Centre. Hosted by Kendall Docherty, Peter Burke, Brian Knox, Brian Langille, and Brian Blacquiere, the ceilidhs feature PEI music and weekly guests. The upcoming lineup includes: Kitchen Party with Tip ‘Er Back (October 2), East Coast Hootenanny with Fullerton’s Marsh (9), Canadian Legends Tribute show and showcase of Canadian singers and songwriters (16), Kelly Mooney & Lawrence Maxwell (23), Halloween Rock N Roll show with Terry Dunsford & Michael McGarry (30); and A Night to Remember Tribute Show (November 6). The venue is fully accessible and air-conditioned, with parking, canteen and bar services. Admission is cash only at the door, which opens at 6:30 pm, and free for children 13 and under. For large group reservations or accessibility needs, contact Kendall at 902-569-1133 or peimusicman@gmail.com. 7 Pond St, Charlottetown.

Dunstaffnage Ceilidh

A ceilidh takes place 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.

Got Blues Matinee

Running from September to June since 2009, Got Blues with Chris Roumbanis and friends Mike Robicheau and Alan Dowling returns for its 15th season this month with weekly Saturday matinees from 2–4 pm at the Salvadore Dali Café. Each week, a special guest joins the first set, followed by an electric blues jam in the second set. There is no cover charge; they pass the hat. The upcoming guest list includes: singer/guitarist/harp player Jeff Coates from QC ( September 28); singer Stephanie Ross & keyboardist Johnny Ross (October 5); singer/guitarist Brian Langille, keyboardist Dave Gordon, saxophonist Jonathan MacInnis & saxophonist Ross MacDougall(12); singer Kenny Pearl & singer/guitarist James Phillips (19); and singer/guitarist Mark Haines (28). Follow on FB for updates. 155 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Island Jazz

Jazz on Thursdays at Baba’s Lounge features top local musicians performing original music, standards, jazz and pop favourites. Each show features a different group and two sets starting at 8 pm. The upcoming lineup includes: Ivan Garnica Quartet (Oct 3); Chris Corrigan at the Vanguard Vol. 1 (10); Chris Corrigan at the Vanguard Vol. 2 (17); Sean White playing Miles and Freddie (24); Macabre for Hallowe’en feat Dotty Davis (31). Admission is by donation. 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Schooner Sessions

Sessions with Mark Douglas and friends take place weekly on Thursdays at 7 pm at The Old Triangle, 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Sturgeon Ceilidh

A variety show ceilidh with live music, comedy, a light lunch, and a 50/50 draw is held every second Sunday at 6:30 pm at St Paul’s Hall. The final dates of the season are October 6 and 20. Admission is by donation. Everyone is welcome. Rte 17a, Sturgeon.

Sunday Session

An afternoon Tune Session featuring traditional music and craic with host fiddler Roy Johnstone takes place weekly on Sundays from 2–4 pm at The Old Triangle. 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Trad Night at Village Green

PEI’s smallest brewery, specializing in traditional and modern beer styles, hosts a Trad Night every Thursday. Enjoy free, live music from 7–9 pm in the cozy taproom. Space is limited. Located at 30 Church St in the old post office/dental clinic (turn at Church St and Cornwall Rd), Cornwall

Tunes on Tap

Copper Bottom Brewing presents a dose of toe-tapping traditional music Sundays from 3–5 pm. The final two performers of the season are: Nick van Ouwerkerk (October 6); Tuli Porcher (13). 567 Main St, Montague.

Winsloe Concert Series

A ceilidh is held at 2 pm every second Sunday at Winsloe United. On October 6, host Jacinta MacDonald and the Winsloe United house band welcome Phase II members—Gerry Hickey and Blaine Murphy. On October 20, host Dino Dunsford and the house band welcome Dave Altas of the Blue Crystals, and Jolee Patkai, a former member of Lady Singer of Our Century, will pay tribute to Loretta Lynn. Tea, coffee and cold drinks are served at intermission. Admission is at the door, which opens at 1:30 pm. The church is wheelchair accessible. 121 Winsloe Rd, Rte 223, Winsloe South.

Lucy MacNeil

Lucy MacNeil will perform at Trailside in Charlottetown on October 1 at 8 pm. Lucy has been performing with the Barra MacNeils for 37 years. The group comes from a long tradition of Cape Breton music and dance, which has been the foundation of their creative pursuits throughout their musical career. The Barras recorded their self-titled debut album in 1986 and have continued making music, touring, and recording ever since. In the 1990s, they were signed with PolyDor Records, opened for Celine Dion and Kenny Rogers, and were special guests on two of Rita MacNeil’s Christmas specials. trailside.ca

Trailside Music Hall—Oct 1

ECMA 2025

Submissions are open

The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has opened submissions for the 2025 East Coast Music Awards.

In line with industry trends and feedback from the music community, ECMA has streamlined the criteria for genre-based award categories this year. All submissions—whether an album, single, EP, waterfall release, visual album, or any other format— will be evaluated equally by jurors. To reflect this shift, category titles have been updated from “Recording” to “Release.”

The 2025 ECMAs will introduce several new awards, including Solo Artist of the Year, Group of the Year, Breakthrough Artist of the Year, and Vocal Release of the Year, which will recognize an exceptional release in vocal music (such as throat singing, unaccompanied rap, beatboxing, a cappella singing, barbershop quartet, choral/collective singing, vocal looping). Additionally, the Content Creator of the Year (Industry Award) will celebrate a visual artist who has contributed to the Atlantic Canadian music industry through the creation of promotional visuals for artists. Visit ecma.com for full submission details and more.

Margie Carmichael Scotto

Free show in Georgetown

will perform an intimate concert on the Kings Playhouse stage on October 12 at 7:30 pm. Admission is free with no advance tickets. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Margie is one of PEI’s greatest songwriters. Her work is rich in local folklore and tradition. She has written over one hundred original songs including Island standards such as “Red Dirt Road.” She has performed many of these herself, and her works have also travelled with other artists across North America and the UK.

The Playhouse is located at 65 Grafton Street in Georgetown.

Anne Murray Songbook

Musical exploration of Canadian icon at Harmony House

Mike Ross and his team of local PEI artists will interpret the canon of Anne Murray at Harmony House in Hunter River on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm from October 18 to November 2. There will also be a matinee performance on November 2 at 2 pm.

An east coaster by birth, Canadian icon Anne Murray is a singer of pop, country, and adult contemporary music whose albums have sold more than 55 million copies worldwide. For over 50 years, her unique voice and

heartwarming style have made her a household name. Her songs comfort, inspire, and celebrate our important milestones—childhood, a first love, a wedding day, parenthood and loss.

Joining Ross for the latest in this bi-annual tradition are Ben Kunder, Keelin Wedge, Julain Molnar, Carlie Howell, and Garrett Sherwood.

The Lounge will be open for food and beverage service before the show. To reserve, call 902-964-2255. For tickets, visit harmonyhousepei.com.

Anne Murray, 1980

Margie Carmichael Scotto

LIVE MUSIC

bars, lounges, cafés...

Albert & Crown Pub

Crystal Paynter & Corey Gallant (Sept 28 @8 pm); Blair Gaudet 6-9 (Oct 4 @6 pm); Joey Doucette (10/17/24 @8 pm); Bruce Jones (11 @6 pm); Best of the West (12 @8 pm); Floyd Gaudet (18 @6 pm). 480 Main St, Alberton.

Baba’s Lounge

Tuesdays (8 pm) and Fridays & Saturdays (10 pm)(unless noted): Plain Dirty Blues (Sept 28 @5 pm); WHYGO (28); Story, The Devil’s Punchbowl, Dani-Rae Clark (Oct 1); Bombed Solid (4); Seamus Erskine with DNCTHNG (5 @11 pm); TBA (8/12); Riptyde (11); Electric Mistress (12); Bryan Bielanski (15); West Ave (Kyle McCabe) and guests (18); Todd King Got Blues (19 @5 pm); Javier & Diego (19 @11 pm); Nameless Friends, The Devil’s Punchbowl (25 @11 pm); Doug Burton and The Plain Dirty Blues Band (26 @5 pm); Halloween Bash with Dekz (26 @11 pm); Game Night with Bree (29). Karaoke with Britt on Mondays (10 pm). Island Jazz on Thursdays (7:30 pm); Open Mic with KINLEY on Wednesdays (9 pm). 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Bogside Brewing

Fridays & Saturdays (6:30–9:30 pm)(unless noted): Oystobeerfest with MacBeth (Sept 28 @7 pm); Adam MacGregor (Oct 4); private event (5); Brian Dunn (11); Fall Flavours Event (12 *ticketed); Dan Doiron (18); Billy White (19); Taylor Johnson (25); Carter McClellan (26); PEI Regiment Band (27 @2 pm). 11 Brook St, Montague.

Brothers 2

Thursdays (7–9 pm) & Fridays (7–10 pm): David Woodside (Oct 3/17); D’arcy & Moe (4); Jordan Cameron(10); Danny Drouin (11); Chris & Alyssa (18); Todd Gallant (24); Todd Gallant & Chris Arsenault (25). 618 Water St, Summerside.

Charlottetown Legion

Saturdays (9:30 pm): (Sept 28); No Turmoil (Oct 5); Wrecking Crew (12); Miller Creek (19); Kim Albert (26). All are welcome. 99 Pownal St, Charlottetown.

Craft Beer Corner

Live DJ on Saturdays (10 pm). 156 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Evermoore Brewing

Tuesdays (6–8 pm): Janeil Chantelle (Oct 1); Daniel Drouin (8); Adam MacGreogor & the Foes (12 @9 pm *ticketed); Graham Nicholas (22); Nick Doneff (29). Celtic Jam with host Geoffrey Charlton on Saturdays (2–4 pm). 192 Water St, Summerside.

The Factory

Late Night DJ on Fridays & Saturdays. Karaoke with Jack on Thursdays (10 pm). 189 Kent St, Charlottetown.

The Fiddling Fisherman

Pub Nights with live music on Fridays (7–11 pm). 13 Lower Rollo Bay Road, Souris.

FiN Folk Food

Danny & Jeremy Gallant (Oct 8 @5:30 pm); Nathan Carragher (9 @5:30 pm). 106 Beach Rd, Grand Tracadie.

Founders’ Food Hall & Market

Select afternoons (11:45 am–1:45 pm) (unless noted): Dan Doiron (Sept 29 @2 pm); Mike Stratton (30 @12:45); Luka Hall (Oct 1); BraedenV (2/12); Jerry Laird (3); Barry O’Brien (5); BluRobin Music (7); Chris Burke (8); Barry O’Brien (9); Mike Stratton (10); Caio Loesch (11); Flora & Grace (13); Dan Doiron (15); Luka Hall (20 @12:45 pm); Spencer O’Brien (21 @12:45 pm). Fridays (4:30–6:30 pm) and Saturdays (5–7 pm): Dan Doiron (4/26); Flora and Grace (5); Tiantian and Vivian (11); Barry O’Brien (12); Caio Loesch (18); Ross Boyd (19); Jerry Laird (25). 6 Prince St, Charlottetown.

Gahan House

Wednesdays & Thursdays (9 pm): Dave Connolly (Sept 28); Stephen Szwarc (Oct 2/24); Nathan Carragher (3/23); David Woodside (9); Ryan Merry (10); Matthew Hannah (16); Adam MacGregor (17); Curtis Reginald (30). 126 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

Harmony House Lounge

Jazz night with Garrett Sherwood, Max Keenlyside and weekly guest on Wednesdays (7 pm). 19814 Rte 2, Hunter River.

Hunter’s Ale House

Lieutenant Dan (Oct 3/10/17/24/31); Main Street Bullies (18); Magic 93 Band (26). Corner of Kent & Prince Sts, Charlottetown.

John Brown Grille

Fridays (10 pm) and Saturdays (2–5 pm): Liam & Jon (4); Kim Albert Band (5); Adam & Liam (11); Chris Ahern Duo (12); Richie Bulger Duo (18/26); Dave & Kurk (19); TBA (25). 96 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown.

The Local Pub & Oyster Bar

Fridays & Saturdays (7 pm). Lawrence Maxwell on Tuesdays (1/8/15/22). 202 Buchanan Dr, Charlottetown.

Lone Oak Brew Pub

Craig Fair on Thursdays (6–8 pm). 15 Milky Way, Charlottetown.

Lone Oak Brewing Co

Occassional live music (6–8 pm): Zebedee (Oct 3); David Woodside (19); Brian Dunn (26). 103 Abegweit Blvd, Borden-Carleton.

Marc’s Lounge

Fridays & Saturdays (9–11 pm): Jordan Cameron (Sept 28); David Woodside (Oct 4); Adam MacGregor (5/18/26); Justyn Thyme & Emilea May (11); Mike Stratton (12); private event (19); Mat Hannah (25). 125 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

Montague Legion

Halloween Bash with The Solid Line (Oct 26 @10 pm). Karaoke on Fridays (8 pm–1 am) with Gloria. 15 Douses Rd, Montague.

North Rustico Lions Club

Saturdays (8–11 pm): Gypsy Soul (Oct 5); Haché (12); private event (19); Kelly Buote (26). Jam Session on Tuesdays (7 pm start). Karaoke with Len Skinner (4/18 @8 pm). 17 Timber Ln, North Rustico.

Olde Dublin Pub

Sundays (times vary), Monday to Wednesday (7 pm), Thursdays (8 pm) and Fridays & Saturdays (10 pm): Gordon Belsher & guest (Sept 29 @6 pm); Richie Bulger & Trevor Campbell (Oct 2/9/16); Vintage 2.0 (3/10); Main Street Bullies (4); Neon Country (5); Gypsy Soul (6 @4 pm); Gordon Belsher & Alison Giggey (6 @7 pm); Lawrence Maxwell (7/14/21); Robbie Doherty (8/15/22); Gypsy Soul (11); Roundabout (12); Gordon Belsher & Courtney Hogan Chandler (13 @6 pm); TBA (17/23/24/25/28/29/31); Shipwrecks (18); Down With Darby (19); Wannabeez (26). Matinees (12–3 pm): Dan Doiron (1/2/8/9); Gordon Belsher (3/7/10/11). 132 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse

Fridays & Saturdays (8–11 pm): Steve Zaat (Sept 27); Breakwater Acoustic (28); TBA (Oct 4/19); Breakwater Acoustic (5); Saul Good Duo (11); Roger Stone (12); Adam MacGregor & Liam Kearney (18); Dan Doiron (25); Gypsy Soul Duo (26). 189 Great George St, Charlottetown

Parkdale Sherwood Lions Club

Open mic session of the first Monday of the month (Oct 7) at 7 pm. 56 Maple St, Charlottetown.

PEI Brewing Company

Fridays (5–8 pm): Curtis Reginald (Oct 4); Brothers MacPhee (11); private event (18); Ryan Merry (25). 96 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown.

Razzy’s Roadhouse

Fridays (6–9 pm): Brian Dunn (Oct 4/11/25); Kevin Arthur (18). 161 St. Peters Rd, Charlottetown.

RCAF Wing Summerside

Saturdays (9 pm): Nightshift (Sept 28); Roundabout (Oct 5); Dave Doyle Band (12); Nightshift (19); Halloween Dance with Neon Country (26). 329 North Market St, Summerside.

Red’s Gold Cup Lounge

Fridays & Saturdays: Fridays & Saturdays (9 pm–midnight)(unless noted): Lawrence Maxwell (Sept 27 @10 pm); Roger Stone (28 @10 pm); Nathan Carragher (Oct 4); Barry O’Brien (5); Lawrence Maxwell (11); Karen & Mike Penton (12); Wayne Gallant (18); Steve Zaat (19); Billy White (25); Roger Stone (26). Red Shores, 21 Exhibition Dr, Charlottetown.

Salvador Dalí Café

Craig Fair on October 11 & 12 (11 pm–1 am). Got Blues on Saturdays (2–4 pm): Stephanie Ross & Johnny Ross (Oct 5); Brian Langille, Dave Gordon, Jonathan MacInnis & Ross MacDougall (12); Kenny Pearl & James Phillips (19); Mark Haines (28). 155 Kent St, Charlottetown.

The Silver Fox

Fridays & Saturdays (10 pm)(unless noted): Ghostown (Oct 4); Tragic Little Pill - Alanis Morissette & No Doubt Tribute (5 @ 9 pm); Undercover (11); Swamp River (12); Soul Filter (18); Roundabout (19); Shipwrecks (25); Halloween Howler with DJ Biggar Beatz (26 @9:30 pm). Chase the Ace afternoon on Saturdays (2:30–5:30 pm): Darren & Tony from 30 Russell (5); Floyd Gaudet (12); TBA (19); Nick Hann (26). 110 Water St, Summerside.

Summerside Legion

Karaoke with Lesa Coughlin on Thursdays (7:30 pm). 340 Notre Dame St, Summerside.

Music PEI Week 2025

Awards updates and submissions open

Prince Edward Island will once again celebrate the best of its music scene with the return of Music PEI Week, March 4–8, 2025. The five-day festival will culminate in the Music PEI Awards Gala & Red Carpet on March 8 at Confederation Centre of the Arts, where nominees, performers, and special guests will come together.

Music PEI is taking a fresh approach to recognizing the Island’s music community this year with some big changes ahead for the largest annual celebration of PEI music. The following updates reaffirm Music PEI’s commitment to inclusivity, recognizing the diverse voices shaping the Island’s music landscape.

Two beloved categories, Rooted to the Island and Industry Person of the Year, will now be presented every three years, returning for the 25th anniversary of Music PEI in 2027.

One major change is the retirement of the Music PEI Board Awards. These have been integrated into three revamped categories: Recording, Community, and Industry. Recording includes all genre-specific and recording-based Awards; Community houses member/board-voted honours; and Industry recognizes achievements that were previously spread across various categories. These updates streamline the Awards while ensuring all aspects

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PEI String Collective welcomes new members

The PEI String Collective, a community string orchestra conducted by Natalie Williams Calhoun, resumed rehearsals in September. They meet on Mondays from 6:30–8:30 pm at the Dr. Steel Recital Hall on the UPEI campus. The group is preparing for two performances this year, including a December concert featuring Shostakovich’s “String Quartet No. 8” (arranged for string orchestra) and guest artist Noah Malcolm. Due to the challenging level of the repertoire, the orchestra requests that players be able to perform at RCM level 7 (or equivalent). Interested string players can email peistringcollective@gmail.com.

of PEI’s music industry are recognized. For the voting process, Musician of the Year and Educator of the Year will be decided solely by Music PEI members. Entertainer of the Year and Music Video of the Year will involve both member voting for nominees and public voting for the winners. The Lifetime Achievement and Leo Cheverie Community Contributor of the Year Awards will be selected exclusively by the Music PEI Board.

There’s also good news for anyone wanting to nominate someone who might be a bit too humble. Music PEI is waiving all submission fees for the following Community Awards: Educator of the Year, Leo Cheverie Community Contributor Award, and Lifetime Achievement. Submission fees are also waived for equity-seeking groups, including women, BIPOC, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and people with disabilities. For everyone else, fees will be waived during the first 48 hours of the submission period, which runs from September 16–November 4.

This is a moment to shine for performers, educators, or behind-thescenes industry powerhouses—submit the work, cast the votes, and be a part of the next chapter in PEI’s thriving music scene.

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Forte Men’s Choir

Forte Men’s Choir, led by Dr. Margot Rejskind, has resumed its rehearsals on Mondays from 7–8:30 pm at the Kirk of St. James in Charlottetown. This fall, the choir will work on a Remembrance Day video and a mix of both serious and light pieces for a December performance. No audition is required. Forte welcomes all male-identifying and non-binary singers who love great music and camaraderie. Info: islandchoralsociety@gmail.com; @ Forte PEI on FB

Calling all singers

Those wishing to participate in the Basilica Christmas Concert on December 17 are invited to attend Wednesday rehearsals in the St. Dunstan’s University boardroom, starting October 16 from 6:30–8:30 pm. The program will include the cantata “The Wonders of His Love” and John Rutter’s “Gloria.” Info/register: leomarchildon88@gmail.com

Informal jam session

The next jam session for adults at the Summerside Library will be held on October 28 at 6 pm. Bring an instrument or borrow one from the library and join other musicians for an informal evening of playing music. 57 Central St, Summerside.

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