The Buzz - June 2023

June 2023

Melissa Peter-Paul

Wild growth

post-tropical storm Fiona and I think many of us share the same sentiment, “I’m personally heartbroken but ecologically it’s part of the lifecycle.” It can be hard for us to grasp the cycles and rhythms of the natural world for many reasons, not the least of which is our understanding of time. “For us humans, a generation is about 30 years. For trees, it’s hundreds of years. If we look at geological time, it’s millions of years.” The perspective that we can learn from nature is invaluable and infinite.

Like most scientists, Kate enthusiastically shared that one of her favourite things is when she or someone else finds rare and otherwise unknown local wild growth. “Many of the best new finds come from amateurs who would not consider themselves scientists; however, this is citizen science and it’s an invaluable part of how we understand the world around us.” Citizen science allows all of us regular folk to participate in and influence scientific development. “Since COVID, many people are having a visceral desire to reconnect with the land.”

“Often, we just need to overcome our fear of not being able to do something. We can all learn more about the natural world around us, simply by paying attention to it.” One of the ways that Kate practices this attentive engagement is by walking every day and paying attention to what looks different today than it did yesterday.

Kate MacQuarrie was born and raised in and around Charlottetown and continues to live on the Island. She started her undergraduate degree in physics but quickly switched to biology to follow her passion. “Botany was my love!” She completed both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Prince Edward Island and has been sharing her love of biology ever since.

Both of Kate’s parents worked in different roles at the Confederation Centre of the Arts so she recalls essentially growing up backstage. When I asked if those early influences sparked her inner artist, she immediately and confidently replied, “No, I’m whatever you call an anti-artist!”

Perhaps not an artist in a conventional sense, Kate certainly uses curiosity and creativity in how she engages with the natural world. “I enjoy making delicious salads and other meals with the plants that I forage. When in doubt, sauté them with some bacon because bacon makes everything better!”

Though Kate didn’t have the opportunity to meet her grandfather, she has

heard stories of how he loved mushrooms and spent time foraging in the woods. Perhaps the love of foraging skipped a generation, but clearly Kate has picked up that passion. “We all come from foragers.”

Kate has cultivated a life where she lives her passion every day, in both her professional and personal life. She is the Director of Forests, Fish and Wildlife with the PEI Government Environment, Energy and Climate Action and she’s the human behind PEI Untamed and Women Shooters of PEI. Though Kate’s specialty is plant identification, she’s also an experienced trapper, fur handler, recreational hunter, and angler, and she has been foraging local plants for more than three decades. “Once a plant nerd, always a plant nerd!”

“I approach my time in nature with enthusiasm, respect, and curiosity. I am particularly drawn to and enjoy the juxtaposition of things like seeing desert near rainforest, or old-growth forest amongst farms and beaches.”

I asked Kate what it’s been like to see some of the destruction from

“There is wild food everywhere you go on PEI. Some of the current wild foods that are available are dandelion, watercress and fiddleheads.”

Kate brings her wealth of knowledge and keen curiosity for the environment around us to her workshops and education outreach. “I love helping people connect with the food that is right in their backyards.” People living in urban settings like Charlottetown may think that there aren’t wild plants for us to forage but Kate assured me that we can also find lots of natural goodies, literally in our backyards. Kate’s workshops provide information to all Islanders who are curious to learn more about the edible (and non-edible) plants around us. While some are tasty, some are toxic so it’s important to have a basic understanding of the difference. “Awareness of the plant life around us can really help us pay attention to the environment around us.”

For fellow botany enthusiasts, Kate says, “you can make a living on plants! Use your passions and let it grow.” For those of us who are curious without the technical expertise, we can learn the basics and be creative in how we use them. In either case, Kate supports our learning by “interpreting the stories that the land tells about itself.”

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Pro le: Kate MacQuarrie by Julie Bull

Confederation Centre Art Gallery

Summer exhibitions

Three shows opening in June

Chef Battles winners

Chefs Pierre Hajjar and Nancy Becerril take top honours

Chef Battles, an initiative of Sea City Collective and Discover Charlottetown, recently wrapped up their first annual food competitions.

The Eclipse, crafted by Chef Pierre Hajjar of Gaia’s Urban Eatery, was voted the winner of the first annual Burger Battles competition. Over 36 restaurants participated in the inaugural event, which took place April 13–23, and the public was responsible for selecting the winner through online voting. The Eclipse will be put back on the menu at Gaia’s Urban Eatery (62 Queen Street) beginning June 1.

Three new exhibitions will be on view at Confederation Centre Art Gallery (CCAG) this summer, including one of Canada’s most impressive private collections of Canadian art.

CCAG is bringing the exhibition Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art to Charlottetown this summer. This nationally touring exhibition tells the story of Nova Scotia’s Sobey family’s visionary engagement with Canadian and Indigenous art. It braids together works by early European newcomers, titans of Canadian 20th century art such as Emily Carr and various members of the Group of Seven, a rich display by the Québec Impressionists and Les Automatistes, as well as trailblazing artists of today, including contemporary Indigenous artist Kent Monkman.

Organized and circulated by McMichael Canadian Art Collection and curated by Sarah Milroy, Generations is on view from June 10–September 10.

Also on view starting June 10, Human Capital presents work that offers insight into the impact of Canada’s immigration policies and history: how it treats humans as capital, and the role it plays in shaping the complex and contested formation of a “Canadian identity.” The exhibition features work by Jeannie Mah, Esmaa Mohamoud, Shellie Zhang, and more.

“Canadian immigration policies have historically focused on maximizing economic contributions, and the admittance of newcomers is driven primarily by the industrial demands of the

country,” says curator Tak Pham. “The exhibition asks: What is lost when human potential is measured as units of capital?”

Organized and circulated by MacKenzie Art Gallery (Regina, SK), Human Capital is on view from June 10–September 30.

A third exhibition titled Conversation Pieces is currently featured in the Frederic S. and Ogden Martin Concourse Gallery until September 3. It contains a selection of artworks in and about dialogue from CCAG’s permanent collection.

These exhibitions will be displayed at the Summer Gallery Opening on June 10 at 7 pm. The evening reception will begin in Studio 1 with snacks, a cash bar and music from the group Somewhere Soon. After opening remarks and curatorial introductions to the exhibitions, guests will be invited to make their way to the Gallery to explore the range of artwork on view.

Confederation Centre Art Gallery is closed until June 10 to prepare for these upcoming exhibitions.

The digital exhibition The Anne of Green Gables Manuscript: L.M. Montgomery and the Creation of Anne is available at annemanuscript.ca. Visitors can explore all the handwritten pages of Montgomery’s beloved novel and learn about her creative process, her legacies, and her Island through expert commentary and interactive material.

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The second Chef Battle competition, Taco Battles, ran from May 4–13 with over 35 of Charlottetown’s talented chefs showcasing their creations. Through online voting, the public selected Tacos al Pastor, crafted by Chef Nancy Becerril of Tekila (Founders Food Hall & Market, 6 Prince Street), as the winning taco.

For more information on Burger Battles, Tacos Battles, and future food competitions in Charlottetown, visit chefbattles.ca.

Esmaa Mohamoud, Deeper the Wounded, Deeper the Roots (1), 2019, 101.6 x 152.4 cm, archival pigment print on paper, edition 1 of 5 (1 AP). Collection of the MacKenzie Art Gallery, 2021-01.

Chester Hewlett art

Meet Us Halfway

Public events on art writing and publishing

Chester Hewlett’s solo exhibition, Awake, will be on display from June 17–July 23 at the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild in Charlottetown. An opening reception is slated for June 21 from 6–8 pm. All are welcome.

The goal of Awake is to serve as a reminder for individuals to reflect on the motives behind their actions, examine themselves and differentiate between their own desires and those influenced by others.

Awake guides individuals through various stages of this process, recognizing that everyone is at a different point in their lives. It begins with Introspection, which encourages the viewer to examine their mental and emotional processes, filter out external influences, and focus on what truly matters to them.

“Through this journey, we come to understand ourselves better and become more authentic versions of ourselves,” shares the artist. “We

also identify our insecurities and weaknesses and learn to accept them, which can ultimately become our biggest strengths.”

Each piece on display has been intentionally created to evoke self-awareness and is inspired by the emotions, experiences and stories of individuals from diverse backgrounds. This is expressed through digital art pieces, animation, fashion and augmented reality.

Hewlett is an emerging, self-taught digital artist, photographer, and fashion designer based in Charlottetown, Epekwitk/PEI. He has a strong emphasis on human experience in his creations and is expanding his practice into animation. Since beginning his artistic career in 2021, he has exhibited with this town is small at Eptek Art & Culture Centre, founded a fashion brand with his brother Chrysler called Created Unbound, and demonstrated live art at PEI Fashion Weekend. Professionally, Hewlett is a biochemist. The Guild is located at 111 Queen Street in Charlottetown. The gallery is open weekdays from 9 am–5 pm.

Meet Us Halfway, an incubator conference on writing and publishing about the arts, will feature public speakers and panels at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre (CLLC) from June 30–July 2.

Events open June 30 at 5 pm with a talk by keynote speaker, Torontobased art critic and publisher Sky Goodden. An accessible and eloquent advocate for writing about the arts, Goodden is the founding publisher and editor of Momus, an international art publication, podcast and mentorship platform for art writing and criticism. Goodden co-produces and co-hosts (with Lauren Wetmore) Momus: The Podcast, named one of The New York Times’ top-ten art podcasts in 2020. Presented in partnership with Bookmark, who will host a reception and book signing following the event.

Further conference events will help to identify community strengths and needs in the context of planning an arts & culture criticism journal in digital and print formats (anticipated to launch in 2024). Stakeholder feedback gathered at the conference will inform the next steps for the publication, including organizational models that will best enable the inclusion of diverse community members, such as art-writing mentorships for newcomers and members of BIPOC communities.

Solo exhibition at Hilda Woolnough Gallery EARLY JULY BUZZ DEADLINE

A walking tour of public art in Charlottetown will be followed by an experimental art writing workshop facilitated by Amish Morrell on July 2 from 10 am–12 noon. Morrell is the former editor of C Magazine, one of Canada’s top contemporary arts publications. Pre-register by email to ipemuhconf23@gmail.com and meet at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery.

An expert panel discussion on July 2 from 1:30–3:30 pm at the CLLC will be moderated by artist, curator and educator Kirstie MacCallum. Panelists

include Wolastoqwiw curator and artist Emma Hassencahl-Perley, PEI author and 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Prize finalist Trevor Corkum, and PEI author and editor of Íjè: An Immigrant’s Voyage into Prince Edward Island Life, Elizabeth Iwunwa. This event is presented in partnership with the CLLC.

These events are free and open to the public. For more information, email ipemuhconf23@gmail.com.

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Keynote speaker Sky Goodden

Awake by Chester Hewlett

Up Close and Personal

Group exhibition at Lefurgey Cultural Centre

The work of sixteen Island artists is being featured in the PEI Crafts Council exhibit, Hurricane Fiona Up Close and Personal, on display at Summerside’s Lefurgey Cultural Centre this month.

The participating artists were inspired to create both useful and beautiful items from the debris left in the path of Hurricane Fiona, which struck Atlantic Canada in late September 2022. The show reflects the resilience of the human spirit in moving forward following devastation.

Hurricane Fiona Up Close and Personal will be on display at the Lefurgey Cultural Centre from June 2–July 3. It can be viewed Monday through Friday from 9 am–4:30 pm, free of charge. The official opening of the exhibit will take place June 23 from 4–7 pm during Wyatt Heritage Properties’ Olde Fashioned Carnival, which celebrates community and the beginning of summer.

ArtTalk with Luis Jacob

Confederation Centre Art Gallery—June 22

Luis Jacob is a Peruvian-born, Toronto-based artist whose work destabilizes viewing conventions and invites collisions of meaning. Since his participation in documenta12 in 2007, he has achieved an international reputation, with exhibitions at the Museum der Moderne Salzburg, Austria; Württembergischer Kunstverein Stuttgart, Germany; and the Toronto Biennial of Art (all 2019); La Biennale de Montréal (2016); Tanya Bonakdar Gallery, New York (2015); Taipei Biennial (2012); Generali Foundation, Vienna (2011); Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York (2010); Hamburg Kunstverein (2008), and the Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery (2008).

Confederation Centre Art Gallery is supporting an artist-in-residence for the month of June with Annandale Artist Residency. Meet the artist, Luis Jacob, at this month’s ArtTalk on June 22 at 7 pm.

“Luis is a longstanding collaborator with Confederation Centre Art Gallery. His work has shown here in two exhibitions, including Oh, Canada in 2014, and he co-curated the exhibition Funkaesthetics in 2009,” says Gallery curator Pan Wendt. “He’s a thoughtful and accessible artist and thinker, and a fantastic speaker. We’re so glad to be able to welcome him back to PEI this summer.”

At the ArtTalk on June 22, Luis will give a presentation about his work and be available for questions and conservations. This event is free and open to the public.

Lefurgey Cultural Centre is located at 205 Prince Street, Summerside.

Quill art by Mi’kmaq artist Noella Moore

Toronto-based artist Luis Jacob

Everyone has a story

Painters and writers collaborate on group exhibition

Everyone Has A Story, a group exhibition featuring eight Island artists will be on view from June 13–July 15 at the Kings Playhouse Art Gallery in Georgetown.

“How often have you heard older people say that they almost feel invisible when in public?”

This statement is what led to this multi-discipline exhibition. Eight Island artists were asked to paint a portrait of a fictitious senior one might encounter around town. Then eight Island creative writers were tasked with coming up with a life story for one of the portraits.

The contributors hope that everyone who views the exhibit will be encouraged to take time to recognize and value the people they encounter as they go about their day: “Who knows? One might meet a fascinating new friend.”

The Kings Playhouse is located at 65 Grafton Street in Georgetown.

PEI Photo Club show

Opening at Hilda Woolnough Gallery on June 3

The PEI Photo Club is holding their 41st annual photo exhibition at the Hilda Woolnough Gallery at The Guild from June 2–15. Everyone is welcome to attend the opening reception on June 3 at 2 pm.

The annual show is an opportunity for club members to express their individual interests and skills as photographers. Each participant will present a series of photographs on a theme and in a style of their choice. This year, for the first time, there will also be a video component. With the diverse interests of photographers in the club, this show is sure to provide something for everyone to enjoy.

The show will be open during gallery hours which are from 9 to 5 Monday to Friday. The PEI Photo Club is grateful to all of the volunteers who make this show possible. peiphotoclub.com theguildpei.com

Quilt Guild exhibition

The Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild’s exhibition, Quilts of Covid, will open at Eptek Art & Culture Centre in Summerside on June 13. The exhibit will be on display over the course of the summer.

Given the gift of time during in 2020 COVID lockdown, Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild members discovered many unfinished quilting projects. Using this narrow time frame, they created a body of work that reflects, not only their Guild, but also PEI.

The Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild meets on the third Wednesday of the month (except July, August and December) in Charlottetown. New members and visitors are welcome.

Exhibit admission is by donation.

@kindredspiritsquiltguildofpei @eptekcentre

Photograph by Phil Matusiewicz

Eptek Art & Culture Centre

Herb garden bliss

Ready to level up your culinary game? Unlock the magic of homegrown herbs and discover just how easy it is to cultivate your own vibrant herb garden. It’s easy to take your meals to the next level when you have fresh ingredients grown with care, right at your ngertips. Let’s dive into the joys of cultivating your own herb garden and discover delicious, herb-infused creations that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Imagine this: You step outside your kitchen door and pluck fresh herbs straight from your very own garden. It’s like a dream come true, right? Well, it’s time to turn that dream into reality! First things first, choose herbs that make your taste buds do a happy dance and thrive in your climate. Basil, rosemary, thyme, and mint are popular choices. Once you’ve got your green companions, here are some simple tips for a successful herb garden:

Herbs are sun worshippers, so choose a sunny spot in your garden or even a cozy windowsill for potted herbs. They’ll soak up those rays like champs! Also, make sure there’s enough space between each plant to allow proper air circulation. Trust me, they’ll appreciate the breathing room and reward you with robust growth.

Now that your herb garden is thriving, let’s talk flavours! Each herb has its own unique personality, and understanding their flavour profiles will take your recipes to the next level. Check out these examples:

Basil: This vibrant herb brings a sweet and slightly peppery flavour to the table. It’s perfect for whipping up pesto sauces or adding a burst of freshness to salads.

Rosemary: This aromatic herb has a pine-like flavour and can add an earthy touch to roasted vegetables and homemade bread. It’s like a flavour adventure in every bite!

Get creative with a few different ways you can use your fresh herbs, starting with a creamy basil pesto. Blend fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and a sprinkle of grated parmesan or nutritional yeast for a dip that’s packed with flavour. Toss this with some fresh pasta or drizzle on your favourite protein or garden fresh tomatoes.

Or maybe you’re in the mood for tangy cilantro-lime dip? Combine avocado, fresh cilantro, green onion, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, greek yogurt, a splash of water and a pinch of salt. Grab some fresh veggies and get ready for a refreshing snack.

For a burst of flavour, try fragrant rosemary and garlic roasted vegetables. Toss a medley of colourful veggies with olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh rosemary. Roast them to perfection, allowing the flavours to meld and create a mouthwatering dish that’ll leave you wanting more.

If you’re craving something zesty and aromatic, go for a lemon and thyme marinade. Marinate your favourite protein in a mixture of lemon juice, thyme, garlic, and a touch of maple syrup. Skewer together with colourful veggies, throw them on the grill until golden brown, and enjoy!

Here are some additional tips to infuse herbs into your everyday cooking:

Quick Herb-Infused Oils and Vinegars: Steep your favourite herbs in olive oil or vinegar to create your very own herb-infused concoctions. They’re perfect for dressing salads, marinating your favourite proteins, or even as dipping sauces. Get creative and let your taste buds be the judge!

Incorporate Herbs in Smoothies and Juices: Add a handful of fresh mint to your morning green smoothie for an invigorating burst of flavour. Or why not add sliced cucumbers and sprigs of refreshing basil to your infused water for a hydrating and revitalising experience. The possibilities are endless when it comes to incorporating herbs into your everyday cooking.

Congratulations on discovering the wonders of transforming your humble herb garden into a haven of culinary inspiration. By growing your own herbs and infusing them into your plant-based recipes, you’ve unlocked a world of flavours and aromas that will elevate your dishes to new heights. From the creamy basil pesto to the fragrant rosemary and garlic roasted vegetables, you’re ready to level up your meals with the incredible power of fresh herbs.

MEALS

Spring Brunch Fundraiser

A Food for Funds Spring Brunch

Fundraiser will be held at Olde Dunstaffnage School Centre on June 4 from 10 am–12:30 pm. Tickets range in price (adult, ages 7–12) and free for children 6 years and younger. Info/tickets: 368-2804, odsc13529@gmail.com

Community Changers Breakfast

OpenDoor Outreach is hosting their Community Changers Breakfast at the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel on June 8 at 7 am. Hear about what things are happening for marginalized people across PEI. Free tickets are available. Limited seating. Call Diane at 940-2303 or email opendooroutreachpei@gmail.com.

14th Annual Village Feast

The Farmers Helping Farmers 14th annual Village Feast will take place June 9. Chef Michael Smith and friends will transform Souris Regional School grounds into a gathering place to come together to feast. All proceeds support Farmers Helping Farmers initiatives in Kenya, the Souris Food Bank and Coats for Kids. Follow the link at villagefeast.ca for tickets and more info.

Spring Roast Beef Take-out Supper

Central Queens United in Hunter River is holding their annual Spring Roast Beef Takeout Supper on June 17. This is a takeout meal only. Diners should remain in their cars and once their tickets are collected, meals will be delivered to the vehicles. Pick-up times are 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm. Tickets range in price (adult, ages 6–12) and free for children until 6 years old. Tickets can be ordered by calling Debbie at 964-2882.

Slice of Pride Rainbow Brunch

The third annual Slice of Pride Rainbow Brunch will be held June 25 at Kings Playhouse in Georgetown. Attendees will enjoy entertainment and a multi-course brunch. kingsplayhouse.com

Tea parties at Beacons eld

The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation’s summer schedule of events and activities at various sites across the province include tea parties from June through August. Victorian tea and cakes will be available at the Beaconsfield Historic House, featuring a menu of Victorian-themed desserts prepared by Martin Watson, Pastry Arts student at the Culinary Institute. For more info, follow @peimuseum on their social channels or visit peimuseum.ca.

Heart spots

New exhibition at Tiny Art Gallery—until June 18

Fitzroy Street Tiny Art Gallery presents the exhibit Heart spots by Julie Bull. It will be on view from May 29–June 18.

Heart spots is a mixed-media exhibition exploring themes of surrender, spirituality and self-love. This selection of works includes bilateral watercolour painting, bilateral drawing and original pocket poems created by the artist. The act of bilateral stimulation provides an opportunity to connect—electrically and energetically—to one’s full self, allowing deeper reflection and release.

“This process-oriented approach opens the space for deep connection and deep healing by recalibrating ourselves to our own natural rhymes and cycles,” shares Julie. “Our ability to change the world starts and ends with changing ourselves: healing ourselves heals the collective. Heart spots is a practice and product of sovereignty, inviting others into a space of reclamation.”

Julie Bull is a queer, non-binary Inuk artist from NunatuKavut, currently based on Epekwitk/PEI. They are an interdisciplinary poet, writer, spoken-word artist, visual artist, researcher, ethicist and educator who stirs things up with some unlikely integrations, influences and imagination.

The Fitzroy Street Tiny Art Gallery was opened by Director/Curator

Artist Trading Cards registration

Monica Lacey in 2022. The Gallery houses a combination of curated professional exhibits and community artwork exchange, with a model that builds on the success of Little Free Libraries, and offers small-scale artworks in a similar process of “take some art, leave some art.”

Emerging and amateur artists have the opportunity to display and distribute work, and professional artists have a space in which to play and experiment with small scale works. The Gallery, located at 295 Fitzroy Street in Charlottetown, prioritizes accessibility in that it serves all ages and is as barrier-free as possible for participating. Exhibitions are viewable 24/7. Info: @fitzroysttinyartgallery, info@monicalacey.com

ARE INVITED TO THE

Confederation Centre Art Gallery invites artists of all ages and disciplines, professional and non-professional, to register for the 17th annual Artist Trading Cards event.

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

The main requirement is the size: cards must be the same size as modern

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

This year’s registration deadline isJuly 4. People who sign up for the event must make as many cards as the number of people who have registered. Cards can be produced in editions (a limited number of the same card), series (a set of cards with a unifying theme), or as singular originals.

Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited to 50 participants. Previous attendees are kindly asked to inform organizers if they can no longer participate in the event as a waiting list is expected.

The 17th annual trading event will be held August 10 at 7 pm in Studio 1 at Confederation Centre of the Arts.

For more information or to register, contact Monique Lafontaine by email at mlafontaine@icloud.com.

SUMMER GALLERY OPENING

SATURDAY

JUNE 10 AT 7PM

CONVERSATION PIECES

A selection of works in and about dialogue. In the Federic S. and Ogden Martin Concourse Gallery

MAY 20 - SEPTEMBER 3

GENERATIONS:

THE SOBEY FAMILY AND CANADIAN ART

One of Canada’s most impressive private collections of Canadian art. This exhibition demonstrates the range and depth of the Sobey family’s engagement with Canadian art, and their prescient and visionary leadership in the cultural sector—a gift to Canada like no other.

JUNE 10 - SEPTEMBER 10

HUMAN CAPITAL

This exhibition presents work that o ers insight into the impact of Canada’s immigration policies and history: how it treats humans as capital, and the role it plays in shaping the complex and contested formation of a “Canadian identity”.

JUNE 10 - SEPTEMBER 30

Artist Trading Card by Suzi Cameron

Kent Monkman (b. 1965), Study for “mistikôsiwak (Wooden Boat People): Resurgence of the People,” (Final Variation), 2019, acrylic on canvas, 107.3 x 213.4 cm, Collection of the Sobey Art Foundation, © Kent Monkman

Curated by Tak Pham

Curated by Pan Wendt

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Curated by Sarah Milroy

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Mixed media art by Julie Bull

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PEI Crafts Council AGM

The PEI Crafts Council will hold their Annual General Meeting on June 5 at their 98 Water St, Charlottetown. Doors at 6:30 pm; meeting at 7 pm. All are welcome and refreshments will be served. peicraftscouncil@gmail.com, 892-5152

Summer Gallery Opening Reception at CCAG

Confederation Centre Art Gallery will be closed until June 10 to prepare for their upcoming exhibitions. It will reopen on for the Summer Gallery Opening Party on June 10 at 7 pm. The evening reception will begin in Studio 1 with snacks, a cash bar and music from the group Somewhere Soon. After opening remarks and curatorial introductions to the new exhibitions, guests will be invited to make their way to the Gallery to explore the range of artwork on view.

Francis Jadis basket making demonstration at CLLC

In celebration of Indigenous History Month, Francis Jadis will give a Basket Making Demonstration at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre on June 17 from 10 am–12 noon. Francis will share his knowledge of traditional basket making techniques and put together a basket to show attendees all the steps.

The Good Project Art Talks

The Good Project Art Talks is a series of ten community conversations facilitated by artist, political scientist and activist King Kxndi. The series aims to explore goodness and art on PEI. Attendees will enjoy locally made food in an intimate gallery setting, surrounded by art. The guiding questions are: What is art? Who makes art? Where is art? What is good? Who is good? Why be good? Is art inherent and/or good? Can art create/lead to collective good? Hosted at The Guild in Charlottetown, the next event will take place June 22 at 5:30 pm. Organizers welcome anyone and everyone to this series. There is a monthly capacity of 20 guests. theguildpei.com

Life drawing sessions

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

EARLY JULY BUZZ DEADLINE

Monday, June 12

Must be 18+ or have parent/guardian written permission. Easels are provided but participants must bring their own drawing material. Arrive early for set up; doors open at 1:30 pm. Organizers are always looking for models. If interested, reach out on FB or email lifedrawingpei2022@gmail.com.

Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild

The Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild meets from 7–9 pm on the third Wednesday of the month—except July, August and December—at the Irish Cultural Centre, 582 North River Rd, Charlottetown. New members and visitors are welcome. Follow @ Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild of PEI on FB for updates or call Roberta at 393-3222 for more info.

PEI Modern Quilt Guild

The PEI Modern Quilt Guild meets on the fourth Thursday of each month from 7–9 pm. If interested in attending a meeting as a guest or for any other inquiries, contact peimqg@gmail.com. Follow @ peimqg on IG for updates.

Membership with TTIS

This town is small’s 2023-2024 membership year has started and the organization is welcoming new members to register. Current members are invited to renew their membership. Info about membership benefits and the application process is available at thistownissmall. com/membership or by contacting Executive Director Lisa Theriault at director@thistownissmall.com.

Scavenger hunts for kids

Eptek Art & Culture Centre offers exhibit-related scavenger hunts for kids. Drop-ins are welcome but visitors are encouraged to call ahead. Admission is by donation. Follow on FB for upcoming activities. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside. 888-8373, peimuseum.com

Summerside Arts Club show

The Summerside Arts Club presents Inspirations 2023, an arts and craft show to be held from 10 am–4 pm on both June 10 and 11 at the Sherbrooke Community Centre. The multi-faceted artists of the Club will be sharing their artwork, including paintings, pottery, baskets, dreamcatchers, beaded headdresses, jewellery, art on driftwood and more. 26998 Sherbrooke Rd (access road to Summerside).

Family Place art show

The Lefurgey Cultural Centre in Summerside will welcome the Family Place’s Reggio Kids Pre-K and Preschool Art Show in its gallery space from June 4–8. The show will shine a spotlight on Family Place artists whose work features acrylic pour techniques.The public is invited to visit the show in the Dalton Room at Lefurgey from 9 am–4 pm, Monday– Friday. There will be a closing reception on June 8 for the artists and their families, at which time an auction of the paintings will be held. The reception runs from 4:30–7 pm. 205 Prince Street, Summerside.

ArtsSmarts 2023

On display at Eptek Art & Culture Centre and Kings Playhouse

All Islanders are invited to the 2023 ArtsSmarts exhibition, featuring the works of Island students who participated in the program in schools across the province.

Projects from the ArtsSmarts 2023 exhibition were showcased at the Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown until mid-May. Projects are currently on display at Eptek Art & Culture Centre, a site of the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation in Summerside, until June 2.

FromMay 31–June 11, ArtsSmarts projects will be featured at the Kings Playhouse Art Gallery in Georgetown. Guests are invited to drop-in for the

open house reception between6–8 pm on May 31.

ArtsSmarts is the largest education initiative in Canada dedicated to improving the lives and learning capacity of students by including arts in academic programs. Engaging young people in artistic activity is critical to their evolution as creative thinkers and doers.

Over 1200students from 11 schools across the province used the ArtsSmarts program to create a diverse range of learning experiences that directly link the creative process to their class curriculum outcomes.

Student art exhibition

Featuring grads from Three Oaks Senior High—June

2 to 18

The work of ten artists will be represented in the 2023 Three Oaks Senior High School Grad Exhibition from June 2–18 at MacNaught History Centre and Archives Gallery in Summerside.

The group exhibition celebrates the artistic achievements of the soon to be graduates. These artists have been developing their skills throughout their high school career at Three Oaks under the instruction of art teacher Shannon Dunphy. The exhibition

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will feature a variety of work, including drawings, paintings, prints and sculpture.

The public is encouraged to visit the exhibition and discover the creativity of young artists in the Summerside community. The show can be viewed Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am–4 pm, free of charge.

MacNaught Centre is located at 75 Spring Street in Summerside.

SUBMITTED

TOSH art students presenting at MacNaught History Centre and

Tribute to the Trees

Exhibition by The Painted Ladies at Ellen’s Creek Gallery

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Galleries & Gardens open at 9am

Café opens evening of June 9, lunch starting the next day

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This month, Ellen’s Creek Gallery will present an exhibition and sale of work by The Painted Ladies, an eclectic group of women artists who have created art with the focus on trees. The show, Tribute to the Trees, will run from June 14–July 15.

While the outcomes of Hurricane Fiona resulted in a great deal of property loss and shore damage, for many, the trees are the visible reminder of the powers of nature. The Painted Ladies have captured their impressions of trees in diverse landscapes and various media, with attention to trees’ resilience, regrowth and stability in the face

of devastation.

The Painted Ladies are Linda Griesbauer, Betty Jenkins, Sandi Komst, Wendy Lefebvre, Mary MacLean, Ellen MacPhail, Margaret Muzika, Claire Nantes, Linda Shaw Packard, Sylvia Poirier, Gina Rankin Deborah Roberts and Rosemary Terris.

An opening reception will be held June 14 at 7 pm. The artists will be present, refreshments will be provided, and the public is invited to attend.

Ellen’s Creek Gallery is located at 525 North River Road in Charlottetown. Gallery hours are 10 am–5 pm Monday to Saturday.

Breadalbane Gallery

Next exhibition opens June 9

The next show at the Breadalbane Gallery will be open June 9.

Denise Livingstone’s work is the latest addition to the Gallery and features oil paintings on canvas with the augmentation of tradional rug hooking. Brilliant colours and familiar images such as laundry hanging out are her trademark.

Along with Livingstone, other artists showing in June include Silver Frith, Vian Emery, Zoe Novaczek, Laura Bain, Joan Sutton, Marianne Janowicz and more.

Meet the artists on June 9 at the opening reception from 6–8 pm. Raffle tickets on a tiny oil on canvas painting by Denise Livingstone will be available at the reception. Proceeds will go to the Community Centre and Gallery to cover hanging and reception costs.

The Gallery is a casual community

space that hosts PEI artists. If interested in showing, artists may submit photos of their work to breadalbanegallery.com. Open Tuesdays (11 am–3 pm), Wednesdays (9 am–1 pm), Thursdays (4–8 pm), or by appointment (303-8333). It is located at 4023 Dixon Road, Breadalbane.

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TRIBUTE TO THE TREES

A COLLECTION OF CREATIVE WORKS BY The Painted Ladies

June 14-July 15, 2023 @Ellen'sCreekGallery

Image: Linda Griesbauer

COURTESY THE ARTISTS

Paintings by some The Painted Ladies members. (top, left-right): Betty Jenkins, Ellen MacPhail and Rosemary Terris; (bottom, left-right): Margaret Muzika, Claire Nantes and Mary MacLean

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COURTESY THE ARTIST

Painting by Denise Livingstone

EXHIBITS

Acadian Museum

Hale-toi une chaise! Pull up a chair!, a hybrid exhibit mixing new pieces made by members of the public and the museum’s own artifacts collection, is on view to the end of June. Visit the permanent exhibit and video The Island Acadians: The Story of a People. Acadian genealogy resources are available to researchers. A new artifacts exhibit area will open May 30. The museum is a PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation site. 23 Main Dr. E, Miscouche.

Artisans Waterfront

The cooperative gallery, featuring the work of more than 40 juried artists and artisans from PEI, will open for the season on June 21. An opening celebration will be held June 24 from 1–3 pm for guests to view the display of high quality, handcrafted items and original works of art. Open daily, Monday–Saturday (10 am- 5 pm) and Sunday (1–5 pm), into the autumn. artisanswaterfront.ca. Montague waterfront, beside the marina.

Bedeque Area Historical Museum

Opening June 20 with several exhibitions on display. A large new exhibition of historic clocks ranging from the

galleries and museums

1770s to the 1950s tells the story of the Island’s connection with the monarchy. Permanent exhibits include: the cultural history of the Island Mi’kmaq; the story of the 18th-century Acadian and Loyalist settlements of the Bedeque Bay area; the early 19th-century settlement of the Freetown area; and the story of the Borden ferry service. Items from the late Howard Clark’s Red Barn Museum, showing the Island way of life 100–140 years ago, are also on display, and tell the story of Callbeck’s Store, which operated in Central Bedeque for almost 100 years. The L.M. Montgomery Lower Bedeque School, where the famous author taught for a year, is also part of the museum. Open Tuesday–Saturday (10 am–5 pm), and Sunday (1–5 pm). William Callbeck Centre, Central Bedeque

Ellen’s Creek Gallery

Ellen’s Creek Gallery presents the exhibition Tribute to the Trees by The Painted Ladies from June 14–July 15. The Painted Ladies are: Linda Griesbauer, Betty Jenkins, Sandi Komst, Wendy Lefebvre, Mary MacLean, Ellen MacPhail, Margaret Muzika, Claire Nantes, Linda Shaw Packard, Sylvia Poirier, Gina Rankin Deborah Roberts and Rosemary Terris. All are invited to attend the opening event on June 14 at 7 pm. 525 North River Road in Charlottetown.

Bedford Station Gallery & Gardens

The gallery, open July 1–October 8, showcases the work of 13 Island artists in various mediums. Visitors have an opportunity to meet the artists on select Sunday afternoons. Follow Bedford Station Gallery & Gardens on FB for updates. Open Monday–Friday (1:30–5:30 pm), and by appointment after hours and weekends. 96 Rte 6, Bedford Station.

Breadalbane Gallery

Artists showing in June ar Denise Livingstone, Silver Frith, Vian Emery, Zoe Novaczek, Laura Bain, Joan Sutton, Marianne Janowicz and more. Meet the artists June 9 at the opening

reception from 6–8 pm. Raffle tickets on a tiny oil on canvas painting by Denise Livingstone will be available. If interested in showing work, artists may submit photos to breadalbanegallery. com. Open Tuesdays (11 am–3 pm), Wednesdays (9 am–1 pm), Thursdays (4–8 pm), or by appointment (303-8333). 4023 Dixon Rd, Breadalbane.

Charlottetown Library Learning Centre

(re)Visions by Damien Worth is on view in the TD Art Corridor until July 21. Presented by this town is small. Dominion Building, 97 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Confederation Centre Art Gallery

The Summer Gallery Opening is June 10 at 7 pm. On view: Generations: The Sobey Family and Canadian Art (June 10–September 10); Human Capital (June 10–September 30); Conversation Pieces (until September 3). 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown.

Cornwall Library Art Gallery

Pondiorama and Recent Works by Mari Basiletti, featuring works in oils, acrylics and watercolour, is on view to June 23. The Librarian’s Sketchbook by Maya Simmonds, a mixed media series of artworks inspired by well-loved classic and contemporary literature, will be on view June 27–August 4. Meet the Artist June 27 at 7 pm for the opening, and guess which book inspired each painting. Contact the library for info on displaying in the gallery. 15 Mercedes Dr, Town Hall, Cornwall. 629-8415, library.pe.ca

COURTESY THE ARTIST

Dunes Island Art Gallery

On view: works by Wayne Barrett, Maurice Bernard, Julea Boswell, Eric Brydges, Katharine Dagg, Tony Diodati, June Ellis, Nan Ferrier, Sheila Forsyth, Watson Gale, Lise Genova, Jaime Germaine, Trudy Gilbertson, Heather Hannon, Kim Jabbour, Betty Jenkins, Sandi Komst, Haley Lewis, Eve Llyndorah, Marie Lyon, Patricia MacDougall, Sandra MacGillivray, Vicki MacLean, Anne MacKay, Wendy Manning, Ellen Martin, Louise Mould, Deb Murphy, Connie O’Brien, Sunae Park, Linda Shaw Packard, Warren Christopher Reeson, Heather Reid, Sylvia Ridgway, Dagny Rossignol, Helen Rowlands, Joan Savage, Jessica Sheppard, Adam Sultan, Gail Sutherland, Rosemary Terris, Lorraine Vatcher, Richard Vickerson, Donna White, and Damien Worth. Gallery is open daily. 3622 Brackley Point Road, Rte #15. 672-2586

Eptek Art & Culture Centre

The ArtsSmarts exhibition will be on view to June 2. The Kindred Spirits Quilt Guild’s exhibition, Quilts of Covid, will open June 13. Visit the permanent exhibition on the history and architecture of Summerside. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside.

Fitzroy St Tiny Art Gallery

Fitzroy Street Tiny Art Gallery presents the exhibit Heart spots by Julie Bull, on view May 29–June 18. Follow @fitzroysttinyartgallery for updates. Exhibitions are on view 24/7 at 295 Fitzroy St, Charlottetown.

Hilda Woolnough Gallery

The PEI Photo Club’s 41st annual exhibition is on view from June 2–15 with opening reception June 3 at 2 pm. The solo exhibition Awake by Chester Hewlett will be on view June 17–July 23, with opening reception June 21 from 6–8 pm. 111 Queen St, Charlottetown.

Kensington Art Co-op Gallery

Open daily from 10 am–4 pm beginning June 24. The Gallery features an eclectic blend of local artists’ works, often with a host painting on site. Members showing

this year: Debbie Bryanton, Elaine Campanaro, Sharon Craig, June Ellis, Shirley Ferguson, Sheila Forsyth, Karen Fullerton, Sandy Gallant, Lise Genova, Juanita Glenn, Shirley McLeod, Cheryl MacLin, Susan Maxfield, Esther Mosher and Ron Somers, as well as the work of 16 other Island artists. Contact Shirley for more info (836-5673). 27 Commercial St, behind the old train station, Kensington.

Kings Playhouse Gallery

The ArtsSmarts student exhibition is on view from May 31–June 11 with an opening reception on May 31 from 6–8 pm. The group exhibition Everyone Has A Story featuring eight Island artists will be on view June 13–July 15. 65 Grafton St, Georgetown.

Lefurgey Cultural Centre

The work of 16 Island artists featured in the PEI Crafts Council exhibit, Hurricane Fiona Up Close and Personal, will be on view June 2–July 3. The opening will be held June 23 from 4–7 pm. The Family Place’s Reggio Kids Pre-K and Preschool Art Show will be on view in the Dalton Room June 4–8. A closing reception and auction will be held from 4:30–7 pm on June 8 for the artists and their families. Open weekdays, 9 am–4:30 pm. 205 Prince St, Summerside.

MacNaught History Centre and Archives Gallery

The work of ten graduating student artists will be represented in the 2023 Three Oaks Senior High School Grad Exhibition. A variety of work, including drawings, paintings, prints and sculpture, will be on view from June 2–18. Opend for viewing, Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 am–4 pm. Free admission. 75 Spring St, Summerside.

Receiver Co ee

Over & Over by Donnalee Downe and Ahmon Katz has been extended to July 10. Presented by this town is small. Receiver Coffee, Victoria Row, 128 Richmond St, Charlottetown.

Timothy’s World Co ee

Works of travel by Island artist Haley Lewis and Island paintings by Danielle Plante. Open daily. 154 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Confederation Centre Art Gallery will be closed May 22 – June 10 to prepare for upcoming exhibitions.

It will reopen the evening of Saturday, June 10 for a Summer Gallery Opening Party.

confederationcentre.com/artgallery

BOOK LAUNCHES

Animal Person

Bookmark is celebrating Short Story Month (May) with the launch of the paperback edition of Animal Person by Alexander MacLeod. The free event will be held at 7 pm on May 31 at Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. Everyone is welcome.

Unhistoric Acts

Pownal Street Press invites the public to the launch of Unhistoric Acts: Inside the Women’s Movement on Prince Edward Island by Dianne Porter at Florence Simmons Performance Hall in Charlottetown on June 15 from 7–8:30 pm. The launch will present a reading by Dianne Porter and a moderated panel discussion entitled, “State of the Union: Feminism on Prince Edward Island” which will feature contributors to the women’s movement on PEI.

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Monday, June 12

Pownal Street Press invites the public to the launch of A is for Anne, taking place on June 3 from 11 am–12 pm at the home of the most-loved fictional character, the historic Anne of Green Gables Heritage Place. A is for Anne introduces young readers to the world of Anne of Green Gables, complete with its hopes, dreams, themes and friendships. In this voyage through Anne’s alphabet, Anne meets the kindred spirits of Avonlea as she falls in love with PEI and all its beauty. Written by PEI author Mo Duffy Cobb and illustrated by Canadian visual artist Ellie Arscott. The launch will present a garden reading by author Mo Duffy Cobb and visual artist Ellie Arscott, with lawn games for children and a surprise visit from the red-haired icon herself. moduffycobb.com, elliearscott.com, pownalstreetpress.com

Evelyn

Short doc screening in Elmsdale—June 10

Evelyn, the short documentary film about the original spirit who was Evelyn Christopher, will be screened at the Elmsdale Community Centre at 3 pm on June 10.

The film follows five visits over the course of a year between filmmakers Millefiore Clarkes and Davy Weale with Evelyn in her home in Alberton. Evelyn has since passed away but when the film was recorded she was 94 years of age and living fiercely independently. The screening will be accompanied by a reading from the book, Evelyn: Last of Her Kind, by author David Weale.

Evelyn (the documentary) enters the world of the wise and wry human that is Evelyn Christopher, and “offers a little window into what we have lost with all our rushing around” explain the filmmakers. “Evelyn Christopher is 94 years old and still grows enough food to give surplus away to neighbours. She comes from a time when time had a different texture. A place where pace was in step with the seasons. She understands the land, the sea, and the air. She doesn’t have much use for the goings on of contemporary society. She is one of the last of her kind, and with her goes a way of being in the world: dirt under your fingernails, chores

FILM

Filmworks Summerside

Filmworks Summerside presents a monthly screening at Harbourfront Theatre. The featured film on June 7 is Riceboy Sleeps. Showtime is 7 pm. The theatre recently updated their projector and screen. Harbourfront is located at 124 Heather Moyse Drive in Summerside. harbourfronttheatre.com

Charlottetown Film Festival submissons close June 30

The Charlottetown Film Society, a nonprofit Canadian charity established in 2012 to support the PEI film community, is hosting the 2023 Charlottetown Film Festival from October 12–15. Filmmakers are invited to submit films of all lengths and genres by June 30. To be eligible for consideration, films must be Canadian,

every morning at dawn, knowing just how to grow a turnip, stacking every stitch of firewood for the lean winter months ... there will never be another Evelyn.”

Co-directed by Davy Weale and Millefiore Clarkes, Evelyn features Evelyn Christopher and Wilson Christopher. The film was produced by David Weale, with soundtrack and post sound by Devon Ross. It was funded in part by the PEI Arts Grants. Evelyn will go on to screen at the Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival on June 23. onethousandflowers.tv

a new work (completed within the last three years), and show a reflection of our diverse and fluid society. This year’s Festival (ChFF2023) aims to be a vital learning experience for up-and-coming filmmakers. Through workshops and panel discussions, filmmakers will gain valuable insights from industry professionals. The Festival encourages audience interaction with the filmmakers through formalized Q&A sessions after screenings—filmmakers want to talk about their art and film buffs are eager learn about it. Films can be submitted to Charlottetown Film Festival via FilmFreeway at filmfreeway.com/ CharlottetownFilmFestival-ChFF.

Kids Movie Series

The monthly Kids Movie Series continues at Kings Playhouse in Georgetown with a screening of Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile on June 11 at 3 pm. The canteen will be open with snacks and drinks available for purchase. kingsplayhouse.com

Stills from the short doc Evelyn by lmmakers Mille ore Clarkes and Davy Weale

Island Literary Awards

The PEI Writers’ Guild has announced the shortlist for both the Island Literary Awards and the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty Creative Writing Awards for Young People. Island writers will be recognized during the award galas at the Trailside Music Hall on June 11.

The Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty Creative Writing Awards for Young People will take place from 11 am–12 pm. The Island Literary Awards will take place from 2–3:30 pm.

For over 30 years, the Island Literary Awards have recognized talented Island writers of all ages.

Cash prizes are awarded to individuals who place first, second and third in both the adult and young people’s awards categories.

To purchase tickets to the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty Creative Writing Awards for Young People, youthawards2023.eventbrite. ca. For tickets to the Island Literary Awards, visit ilas2023.eventbrite.ca.

The short-listed writers for the youth categories are as follows:

Early Elementary: Adaira Laird for “Snowflake the Snow Elf;” Damon Cheuk for “Rainbow;” Fynn Peterhans for “My Pet Chicken Bily;” Milana Perelman for “Blue;” and “Ryan Yan for Orange.”

Late Elementary: Avery Curley for “The Bank Robbing Brothers;” Emilie Laurin for “Tilly and the Four Seasons Tree;” and Rory Laird for “Tom’s Question.”

Junior High: Arden Gallant for “The Main Rule;” Garion Laird for “Gold, You Say?;” Heloise Brugali for “They Will Save Us Tomorrow;” and Katie Grandy for “A Piece of Cake.”

Senior High: Eliot White for “Alone;”

Emily Hunter for “An Ordinary Life;”

Isabella Drake for “Iron and Salt;”

Laura MacDougall for “Welcome Aboard Your Consciousness;” and Scarlett Dovey for “Ms Coley Nye”

The short-listed writers for adult categories are as follows:

The Heirs of L.M. Montgomery

Literature for Children Awards: Eleanor Kielly-Wedlake for Goodnight Seaside; Kelley Wright for The Great Ball Rescue; Rebecca Dawson for Shuffle Step; and Richard Lush for The Creators Plan.

Richard Lemm and Lee Ellen Pottie

Poetry Awards: Jo Godden for “Est.

1922: Ⅰ, Ⅱ, & Ⅲ,” “Soup,” “these days,” and “oh my darling;” Kara Griffin for “The Mother Tree Wept;“ and Vinnie Love for “tough love letters.”

Maritime Electric Short Story Awards: Desiree Anstey for “Into the Islet;” Gavin Laird for “Well Grounded;” Isaac King for “A Warm Season;” Mark Enman for “The Bookshop.”

The Joan & Regis Du y Foundation

Creative Non-Fiction Awards: D. Bailey Clark for The Edge, Found; Jane Affleck for A Biography of My Maternal Grandmother, in Sixteen Parts; and Stuart Macfarlane for Long Odds.

Acorn Press Marie Coyoteblanc

Indigenous Writing Award: Richard Lush for Meskeyi Nkwis - I am sorry my son; Tara-Lynn Rioux for Nestuita’si I recollect; and Willie Poll for Fractured Indigeneity; The ramblings of a half breed.

IRSA Newcomers to Canada Award: Lorenzo Perez for Sees It

Black Cultural Society of PEI Scott

Parsons Literary Award: Chanel Briggs for Hurricanes and Other Disasters; and Ellie Langston for A frozen memory.

PEERS Alliance 2SLGTBQ+

Award: Lauren Jean Lawlor for CHEESESTRING FICELLO

SAF’Île Francophone Award: Geneviève Ouellette for Une bibitte franco-canadienne; and Gilbert Ladéroute for Je pense à toi

Réshard Gool Award for Creative

Writing: Abby Lacey and Nicole Bellamy.

Joseph Sherman Award: Charity Becker.

Info: @IslandLiteraryAwards; peiwritersguild.com

Tales & tunes

Celebrating book by late author Seán Haldane—June 17

An Evil Tale I Heard, is a historical mystery set in PEI and the sequel to The Devil’s Making by the late New Brunswick-UK author Seán Haldane, who passed away earlier this year.

The book will be celebrated in an evening of readings and music on June 17 at 7:30 pm at Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. The evening will feature acclaimed soprano and daughter of the author, Christina Haldane, performing with Acadian fiddler Ana DesRoches. Publisher Ghislaine Lanteigne from Rune Press will also take part, discussing the creation process and answering questions. Copies of the books will be for sale from Bookmark.

BOOK CLUBS

Eptek Centre Book Club

The members of the Eptek Centre Book Club will meet June 1 at 7 pm to discuss Rilla of Ingleside by Lucy Maud Montgomery. 130 Heather Moyse Dr, Summerside. Info: 888-8373, peimuseum. com; @EptekCentre

Beacons eld Book Club

Looking for some good summer reads?

The Beaconsfield Book Club was launched to celebrate Pride PEI, in partnership with PEERS Alliance, Bookmark and the PEI Public Library. Check out three queer historical romance novels by Olivia Waite, Cat Sebastian and Alexis Hall, and discuss them at the Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown on June 20, July 18 and August 15. @peimuseum; peimuseum.ca

Shortlists and Awards Galas

Welcome to City Cinema from The Charlottetown Film Society

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Member $8.00

65 and over $8.00

14 and under $8.00

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BlackBerry until June 1

14A, coarse language. Dir: Matt Johnson, Canada, 2023, 122 min. Jay Baruchel, Glenn Howerton, Cary Elwes. Best Film Nominee at The Berlin International Film Festival.

missing Sylvia... The supporting cast are boundlessly joyful to behold... Like the book, Margaret is so much more than a comingof-age story for children. The relationships coursing through it make it a drama brimming with humour, vitality and empathy. The setbacks are heartbreaking, the wins moments of communal celebration. Margaret’s world may be small, but through Fremon Craig’s faithful adaptation, her journey through it leaves a mighty impact. A touching and tender adaptation that does justice to a book which means so much to so many. An enduring, superbly performed triumph.” —Beth Webb, Empire

What’s Love Got to Do With It?

June 9–14

In a galaxy not so far away... brave padawans test their knowledge at Star Wars Movie Trivia! Don’t be like a Stormtrooper and miss your shot at having a fun night and winning some great prizes… We encourage you to purchase tickets in advance as our last trivia night was sold out.

You Hurt My Feelings

June 16–22

PG, coarse Language. Dir: Nicole Holofcener, United States, 2023, 93 min. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tobias Menzies, Michaela Watkins, Arian Moayed.

“Who knew a Canadian biopic of an infamous smartphone could be this entertaining, even poignant and moving? BlackBerry is all that and more… This long and winding tale of the rise and fall of the BlackBerry… is at once wonderfully funny, suspenseful and ultimately tragic… Centering on nerdy and inventive Mike Lazaridis (a never better Jay Baruchel) and Jim Balsillie, Johnson’s film starts in 1996 with the emergence of this unheard of idea of a phone that can also send and receive emails... Johnson tells the whole saga, soup to nuts, in a highly entertaining and fast-moving fashion that keeps you riveted throughout. You really find yourself rooting for these guys and their ragtag team of tech nerds… In the fast-moving technological age in which we live, the epic tale of the BlackBerry now plays like a period piece, a nostalgic look back for people like me who deeply loved that little Canadian device.” —Pete Hammond, Deadline

Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.

June 2–8

PG, mature theme. Dir: Kelly Fremon Craig, US, 2023, 106 min. Abby Ryder Fortson, Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates.

PG, coarse language. Dir: Shekhar Kapur, UK, 2023, 108 min. Mim Shaikh, Iman Boujelouah, Lily James.

“Judy Bloom’s pre-teen bible about an 11-yearold girl praying to hit puberty has proven a beacon of solace for girls (and o en boys) across generations. Its enduring power lies in its confused protagonist, caught in the slipstream of her childhood, entangled in family politics and in a turbulent relationship with God... By mining the timeless troubles of a girl wishing away her youth and yet unprepared for the perils of growing up, Fremon Craig delivers a film of disarming vulnerability and complexity... The film begins with Margaret and parents Barbara and Herb moving and leaving behind grandmother Sylvia, who has an unshakable bond with her granddaughter. A er being instantly recruited into a new friendship group... Margaret must now worry about boys and bras on top of desperately

“When did you last see a great British romcom?... With the big-hearted What’s Love Got to Do with It?, we can call o the search party... It’s a charming cross-cultural comedy that can be ranked alongside British classics like Bend It Like Beckham... Boy, here, does not meet girl – he’s known her since they were kids... Zoe now makes documentaries and Kaz is a doctor; they are best friends... Kaz has decided that he wants to have an arranged marriage... Zoe, searching for her next project, convinces Kaz to let her film his journey... The tone is distinctly feelgood, but the film thoughtfully explores the di erent ways that relationships can be built, and what cultures can teach one another... James and Latif are a magnetic pair of leads, with Zoe wedded to her independence and Kaz gently challenging her preconceptions... The film, too, is a brilliant showcase for British comic talent... as Zoe’s mum Cath, Emma Thompson delivers a winningly funny, frantic performance... What’s Love Got to Do With It? shines best as a crowd-pleasing comedy, and a sign that British romcoms aren’t dead: they were only sleeping.” —Jessie Thompson, The Independant

Star Wars Movie Trivia Night

June 15

Doors open at 7:30 pm, Trivia begins at 8:00 pm, $5/person.

“Nicole Holofcener’s brilliantly knowing comedy stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as a writer and professor who’s published one pretty-successful memoir and is many dra s into her novel. Her beloved therapist husband is her biggest cheerleader. But one day she overhears him saying that he doesn’t think the novel is very good, and it will not surprise you to know that it kicks o a spiral. The film’s expertly sketched characters and their simple lives portray with great a ection the ways we hide the truth from one another out of love — and the resulting film is warm-hearted and rueful and hilarious in all the best ways.”

—Alissa Wilkinson, Vox

Sisu

June 23–26

18A, violence, gory scenes. Dir: Jalmari Helander, Finland, 2023, 91 min. Jorma Tommila, Aatami Korpi, Aksel Hennie, Jack Doolan.

“Sometimes a er a grueling day at work you need an action-packed movie where the Nazis get the crap beat out of them to properly unwind. That’s what you get and so, so much more in director/screenwriter Jalmari Helander’s gonzo masterpiece — a

gory, irreverent smackdown of fascism set in WWII-era Finland and featuring an invincible 60something gold prospector with a cute dog and a lean and mean physique. With minimal dialogue, some of the best editing you’ll find in any film this year, arresting visuals and ridiculous action and stunts, Sisu is a readymade genre classic and further evidence that Helander, director of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale and Big Game, deserves to be in the big leagues. Action movies don’t get much better than this.” —Randy Myers, the Mercury News

Squaring the Circle (The Story of Hipgnosis)

June 27—30 & July 2

PG, coarse language, violence, nudity. Dir: Anton Corbijn, UK, 2022, 101 min. Paul McCartney, David Gilmour, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant.

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“The groundbreaking British graphic-design collective Hipgnosis was responsible for some of the most iconic album covers of the late 1960s and 1970s, for artists like Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and Peter Gabriel... Director Anton Corbijn talks with Hipgnosis co-founder Aubrey ‘Po’ Powell (his co-founder, Storm Thorgerson, died in 2013), and plenty of the artists they worked with... exploring 15-ish years of fascinating art and the bygone era of music-industry excess of which it was a part. The anecdotes about photo shoots and creative decisions behind those album covers are almost universally hilarious and fascinating—the one involving Pink Floyd’s Animals could have been its own short film—while providing insight into the main creative minds behind them. Most perceptively, they speak from enough distance to realize the egotistic absurdity behind creative visions like shooting the cover for Wings’ greatest-hits record on a European mountain-top, when it just as easily could have been shot in a studio. There’s a bit of nostalgia, as well, for a time when—as Oasis’ Noel Gallagher puts it—album covers were a ‘poor man’s art collection,’” —Scott Renshaw, Salt lake City Weekly

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BOOKS PEI

Unhistoric Acts: Inside the Women’s Movement on Prince Edward Island

Dianne Porter

and the first Executive Director of the PEI Interministerial Women’s Secretariat. She has worked on the front lines of early childcare reform as the Chair of the PEI Coalition for Women in Government, and on the prevention of violence against women in her role as Treasurer for the Women’s Network PEI. A tireless advocate and a passionate leader, Dianne is a member of the Order of PEI, Advisory Council and has made it her life’s work to improve the lives of women. She has worked as a lecturer in gender studies at Carleton University, and in leadership roles at Red River Community College and Holland College.

Unsung hero contributors include Claire Arsenault, Lyle Brehaut, Jan Devine, Eileen Doyle, Ruth Lacey, Sara Roach Lewis, Kirstin Lund, Anne MacCallum, Cathy MacCormack, Elayne MacLaine, Dianne Hicks Morrow, Lisa Murphy, Anne Nicholson, Louise Polland, Ann Sherman, Gaylene Smith, and Andy Lou Somers.

brothers who grew up under Eileen’s watchful imagination.

The novelette includes historical connections from“Up West,” black and white photographs, and chapter notes.

joladyslipper@hotmail.com

Dark Sanctuary, Issue #3: Love Kills

D. A. Stewart Sandy Carruthers

Venom in Victoria Anne Hotchkis

Unhistoric Acts: Inside the Women’s Movement on Prince Edward Island by Dianne Porter will be released June 6. It is published by PEI’s Pownal Street Press, who will launch the book on June 15 from 7-8:30 pm at Florence Simmons Performance Hall in Charlottetown.

Unhistoric Acts is inspired by the work of unheralded women in the 18th-century novel Middlemarch by George Elliot. It is a first hand account by long time advocate for the women’s movement, Dianne Porter. Women’s equality in PEI took time and tireless effort by numerous unsung heroes. Working together as a force for change, Porter honours the unsung heroes of the movement with profiles of front-liners in the fields of early childhood education, politics and social services, which collectively were able to transform the landscape.

This social history takes the reader on a journey of progression in politics and social reform. As an advocate for change and a political advisor in the 1980s, Porter brings the reader behindthe-scenes to the conversations that finally put women’s equality on PEI on the table—women in the workforce, child care and setting up basic minimum standards.

With cover art by artist Beverley Hawksley, this book will serve as an important historical document and primary source in the field of women’s studies.

Porter was a founding member of the Canadian Child Care Federation

The Dalton Boys and Treasure Ahead

Eileen Dalton Sark

PEI’s Sandstone Comics returns to horror with the release of Dark Sanctuary Issue #3: Love Kills, a collaboration between writer Dave Stewart and artist Sandy Carruthers.

This issue finds the romance between teenage runaways Cassie and Olivia growing, while the origins of the ancient evil known as Pharaoh are revealed. Cassie’s dad and Officer Gupta are also getting closer to tracking down Cassie and discovering the dark secrets of Sanctuary. And just what is that hulking figure lurking in the alleyway?

Carruthers is well known in comic book circles as the original illustrator of the Men in Black comics, and Stewart has been a contributor to The Buzz from its first issue in 1993 through to 2020. In March of 2020, Stewart released Monster Man: Tales of the Uncanny, his first collection of short horror stories.

Venom in Victoria is the eighth instalment in the Camden Mystery Club series by author Anne Hotchkis.

It’s August lobster season in Prince Edward island. Charlie and his wife, Julie, have come to PEI for their summer vacation. The Camden Mystery Club (CMC) is basking in summer holiday fun when a body is found near the wharf in Victoria-by-the-Sea.

Indigenous rights leader, Buffalo Joseph, is the victim. The native council and the CMC make plans for his burial and find themselves mixed up in fisheries corruption.

Venom in Victoria is now available at Indigo and Bookmark in Charlottetown.

Writers’ Open Mic

Humble PEI author Eileen Dalton Sark recently released her first book, The Dalton Boys and Treasure Ahead.

Written on little school booklets when Eileen was a young teen, The Dalton Boys and Treasure Ahead is a gripping story of adventure and teamwork set in the peaceful landscape surrounding St. Mark’s Catholic Church. The main characters are her older

Sandstone Comics, an indie publisher, was established in 2019, and is operated by Carruthers. Their roster includes Sandstone Comics Presents, featuring the work of original co-founders Carruthers, Robert Doan and Gregory Webster, Doan’s Indestructible, Carruthers’ Century Man, Brad Seymour’s Glory Bound, and now, Dark Sanctuary Dark Sanctuary, as well as the other titles in Sandstone Comics line, can be purchased at sandstonecomics.com and at local comic shops.

The PEI Writers’ Guild and The Gallery Coffee House & Bistro present A Night at The Gallery—Open Mic every fourth Thursday of the month in Charlottetown.

This open mic is a platform for writers of all levels. Writers are encouraged to bring their friends, sign up to perform, read their writing aloud, or listen to other writers perform theirs.

To read aloud at a future Open Mic, email director@peiwritersguild.com.

Upcoming Open Mics will be held June 22 and July 27 at 7 pm at the Gallery Coffee House & Bistro on Great George Street in Charlottetown. These events are free to attend.

A gift of Island Poetry

It is Poetry Friday. Students have chosen their poems and signed their names on our ad hoc sheet.

For weeks now he has been nursing a book written by his own mother. Not once in thirty years have I had this pleasure— it is the Harvest Moon meets Neap Tide of teaching. I give it to him daily  and it keeps his hand, heart, eyes and mind occupied with love.  He has a hard time with attention and this book has been a perfect x.

There is one in there about him, “The Boy with the Hazel Eyes,” about how she adopted him. She is from Lennox Island herself, and so she knew his birth mother.  The rst time he read it,  he came up to my desk to show me and said, “This one makes my eyes water.”

Today he has decided to read it to the class. As he stands at the podium, I think everything about this boy is hazel: the sweep of hair over shy sculpt of nose the nutmeat colour of his perfect skin, and the soft, searching voice.  He reads to his peers,  all squeamish ten year olds, about changing diapers, the spitty, chuckling love  between mother and son, and everyone is in his spell, bound in the sacred memories of  their own mums.

The drumbeat of her heart holds all of us this Friday morning and I think how, in every way that is important,  this boy is amazing. Brave. Renée

Antique vehicle show

Charlottetown—June 17

The Fathers of Confederation antique vehicle show will take place in the parking lot of Charlottetown Metal Products this Father’s Day weekend. Collectors of antique cars, tractors and motorcycles are invited to display their historic vehicles at the free show, which will run from 12 noon–4 pm on June 17. Vehicle registration will begin at 11 am.

Free, family entertainment will be provided and a People’s Choice vehicle will be awarded. Donations will be accepted for the Upper Room Food Bank. Canteen service will be available.

Charlottetown Metal Products is located at 2744 North York River Road, Milton Station. Email admin@miltonvalepark.com or call 368-3090 for more information. The rain date is June 24.

You’re invited to the TD National Summer Reading Club Launch Charlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen Street Saturday, June 24 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Games! Bouncy House! Cake! Storywalk!

Music! Tables full of fun!

Epekwitk’s Mi’kmaq Heritage and Culture

Indigenous Awareness Week, celebrated from May 23-27, is a special time to raise awareness of Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq (Mi’kmaq of PEI) heritage and culture. In recognition, L’nuey and the PEI goverment continued their partnership to recognize Mi’kmaq place names through the signage initiative across the province, while celebrating Epekwitk’s Mi’kmaq history. At six new locations across the Island, heritage signage has been installed to highlight locations with names that have a Mi’kmaq origin or that hold particular importance to the Mi’kmaq people. This brings the total number of Mi’kmaq place name signs installed across PEI to 35. lnuey.ca

Library of Things additions

The PEI Public Library Service has been adding to its Library of Things collection, including assistive technology and home and garden tools. Assistive technology has been added to help make reading more accessible for everyone. The new technology includes portable scanning pens (C-Pens) that read printed text out loud using an embedded camera, realtime optical character recognition (OCR) and natural voice text to speech (TTS). A C-Pen is designed to assist people with reading challenges such as dyslexia, or those learning to read in English, French and some other languages. Noise cancelling headphones have also been added to the collection, which can help adults and children on the autism spectrum and those with ADHD and sensory processing disorder cope with loud sounds. Islanders will be able to place holds on the C-Pens and the noise cancelling headphones and have them delivered to their local library branch to borrow. An assortment of home and garden tools has been added to the Library of Things collection so that all Islanders can access these types of tools for free. Anyone with a PEI Public Library card can have these items delivered to their local library branch to pick-up and borrow. The new items include: bike repair kits; cultivators; gardening edgers; gardening hoes; garden tool sets; home tool sets; rakes; shovels; spading forks; and stud finders. Info: princeedwardisland.ca/en/ information/education-and-early-years/ specialty-library-items

Summerside Architectural Scavenger Hunt

The Summerside Architectural Scavenger Hunt awaits. Pick up a leaflet illustrating various architectural features found in the Summerside Historic District and follow the clues to discover the locations. Leaflets are available free of charge at MacNaught History Centre and Archives (75 Spring St) or Lefurgey Cultural Centre (205 Prince St). 432-1332

Pulmonary Fibrosis Support

A Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group meets at 1 pm on the second Sunday of each month at Stratford Town Hall. The meetings are for anyone who has, or knows someone who has, pulmonary

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fibrosis. There is some time time spent discussing the illness but mostly the group shares tips on how to handle it. Everyone is welcome. Info: Doug/ Allison, 675-2970

Care Giver Support

Hospice PEI hosts monthly Care Giver Support Group meetings at three locations across the Island. In Charlottetown, meetings take place on the third Monday of the month from 1–3 pm. Meetings take place in Summerside on last Wednesday of each month from 1:30–3:30 pm. Meetings take place in Alberton on the second Thursday of the month from 6–7:30 pm. To register, call 368-4095 (Charlottetown), 438-4231 (Summerside), 859-3949 (Alberton). Visit hospicepei.ca to learn more about their programs and services, and how to get involved.

Walk & Roll Week

Celebrate Walk & Roll Week, from June 12–18, with free events all week long. Formerly known as Bike Week, the City of Charlottetown’s Walk & Roll Week is a celebration of all things active transportation. Visit charlottetown.ca/cycling for more details.

Summerside Lobster Carnival Trivia Competition

Sponsored by StandardAero, a Trivia competition with host Wil MacDonald will be featured on July 6 at the 67th Summerside Lobster Carnival. Trivia teams from across the province are encouraged to sign up for the opportunity to win some great prizes, including $600 for 1st place, $300 for 2nd place and $200 for 3rd place. There will be five rounds of ten questions across all genres. Registration is now open at summersidelobstercarnival.ca.

BBEMA Rubber Ducky Race

The Bedeque Bay Environmental Management Association (BBEMA) will host the second annual rubber ducky race on July 8 at the Heritage Ice Pond in Summerside. Kicking off at 2:30 pm, one thousance rubber duckies will battle for buoyancy superiority as the first rubber duck to traverse down the stream and cross the finish line to be declared first place. Cash prizes include $500 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place, and $100 for 3rd. Buy a ticket for a duck or a quack pack of five by registering online at bbema.ca. Tickets can also be purchased by etransfer to tracy@bbema.ca.

UPEI Panther Golf Classic

The 2023 UPEI Panther Golf Classic is June 23 at Fox Meadow Golf Course in Stratford. Presented by Stewart McKelvey, the day begins at 9 am with a shotgun start. The registration fee per team includes tee times for four golfers, power carts (two players per cart), a Panther gift for each player, a barbeque lunch and healthy snacks, as well as

giveaways and events on the course. Net proceeds go directly to supporting UPEI Panther varsity programs. The deadline to register a team is June 9 at recreation. upei.ca (under the tab Panther Golf Classic). Info: 620-5150, mboth@upei.ca

New Community Fridges

Betty Begg-Brooks and her volunteers at Gifts from the Heart manage three new Community Fridges located at 10 Maple Hills Ave in Charlottetown, West Royalty Community Centre and the Stratford No Frills parking lot. Food donations can be dropped off directly at the nearest Community Fridge during operating hours, Monday–Friday from 9 am–5 pm. Call Betty at 393-0171 for after hours drop-off or to volunteer. The shifts are from 9 am–1 pm or 1–5 pm and training is provided.

Ancestor Hunter Conference

Part of genealogical research is based on the bonds that are made through kinship and relevance. Join Gail Steele, founder and host of the Ancestor Hunter Conference, for an engaging weekend (August 4–6) filled with quality speakers, vendors and exhibitioners while soaking up the historical elegance of the Rodd Charlottetown Hotel in historic downtown Charlottetown. Visit ancestorhunter.ca for details.

Honibe free ower giveaway

Join Honibe on June 24 at 20 Innovation Way in Charlottetown for its third annual free flower giveaway. The drive-thru event will start at 9 am and proceed while supplies last. Each vehicle will receive two free flowers to plant in their garden and a variety of free Honibe product samples. Visitors can sign up for the Honibe email list for a chance to win $100 worth of Honibe products after the event. honibe.com.

PEI Sociable Singles

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

Island Stroke Support

The Island Stroke Support Network offers Stroke Support Club Meetings from 6–7 pm on the first Tuesday of every month at Trinity United in Charlottetown (220 Richmond St). Connect with other stroke survivors and caregivers to share experiences and practical advice with one another. Info: Haylee at 219-0970, hnauss@marchofdimes.ca

PEI Autistic Adults

PEI Autistic Adults is an online and in person peer-support group for autistic adults/seniors on PEI to talk about autism, share experiences of navigating PEI as autistic adults, and support each other. The website has a public blog where members can share their views, a private discussion forum, private chat functionality, and links to their social media. There are weekly meetings via Zoom and the group is currently discussing becoming a non-profit. PEI Autistic Adults was started by an autistic senior and currently has over 70 members ranging from students to seniors. Visit peiautisticadults.com for info. To participate in meetings but would prefer not to interact online, email peiautisticadults@gmail. com. PEI Autistic Adults is not affiliated with any organization.

New interior design organization to host info session

The newly-formed PEI Designers & Decorators Guild (PEIDDG) will host its first informational session this month at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre (97 Queen St) for all interested parties. The PEIDDG was created by four local interior designers (Kyle Timothy Blood, Damien Packwood, Susan Snow, and Irene Strang) to create an inclusive and supportive community for design professionals working on the Island. The PEIDGG is a non-profit corporation, and the information session, which will provide details about membership opportunities, code of ethics, programming and events, will be held on June 5 at 4:30 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Contact PEIDDG President Kyle Timothy Blood at 316-0807 to RSVP and for more info.

Death Café

Hospice PEI is hosting a Death Café at Samuel’s Coffee House in Summerside on June 1 from 2:30–4 pm. Join them for discussions about mortality, normalizing talking about death and how it can help people to accept death as a normal part of life. This is not a grief support group but an opportunity for discussion. Info/ register: 438-4231

Online Grief Support

Online monthly Grief Support Group meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 pm. These sessions use the Zoom online meeting app. To register, call the Hospice PEI Grief Coordinator at 330-3857. Telephone-based grief support with hospice trained volunteers is also available. Learn more about Hospice PEI, their programs and services, and how to get involved at hospicepei.ca.

Ostomy Peer Support

The Charlottetown Ostomy Peer Support Group meets on the last Wednesday of each month. The next meetings will take place on May 31 and June 28 from 6–7:30 pm in Room 207 at Murphy’s Pharmacies Community Centre, 200 Richmond St, Charlottetown. Info: 566-1459

Nuta’ykw Ila’matuti

Third annual Reconciliation Recognition Awards presented

reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. Kings Playhouse has included Indigenous programming throughout its seasons and offered meaningful land acknowledgements before each show, demonstrating its commitment to the community. The Playhouse has also been mindful to include Elders and Mi’kmaq prayers, along with recognizing and promoting Indigenous observances. Kings Playhouse stands up against racism and has also supported the Indigenous community on Epekwitk through housing exhibits of art for MMIWG2S.

Olde Fashioned Carnival

Summerside—June 23

June brings with it the start of summer and the annual Wyatt Heritage Properties – Culture Summerside’s Olde Fashioned Carnival.

Indigenous Awareness Week, which took place May 23–27, offered an opportunity to celebrate the Mi’kmaq of Epekwitk (PEI) and acknowledge the Island’s shared history. Epekwitk is the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people.

This year, the Epekwitk Assembly of Councils, through L’nuey, continued its Reconciliation Recognition Award initiative as part of Indigenous Awareness Week activities to show its appreciation for the work being done to advance reconciliation by individuals, businesses, governments and organizations here on PEI.

The Reconciliation Recognition Award is granted to recipients based on a series of criteria that serves to recognize, respect and include the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq (Mi’kmaq of PEI), stories, history or land in such a way that it creates a positive and inclusive Island community with lasting impacts for future generations.

On May 18, the Epekwitk Assembly of Councils hosted its third annual Reconciliation Recognition Award ceremony. This year’s recipients received their award at a small ceremony held in the Assembly Chamber of the Epekwitk Assembly of Councils building in Charlottetown.

“All Islanders should know that we welcome and respect their efforts toward reconciliation,” said Chief Junior Gould of Abegweit First Nation, Epekwitk Assembly of Councils Co-Chair. “Epekwitk will continue to thrive if we work with one another, and these recipients have shown genuine outstanding examples of how we can do that together.”

“It is encouraging to see more people each year here in Epekwitk taking their own initiative to support the Mi’kmaq and foster a more caring and inclusive Island community,” said Chief Darlene Bernard of Lennox Island First Nation, Epekwitk Assembly of Councils Co-Chair. “We are pleased to give special recognition

to those who have made a true effort to promote reconciliation and look forward to recognizing more of our allies in the future.”

Nuta’ykw Ila’matuti—“We all need Reconciliation.”

The four Epekwitk Assembly of Councils 2023 Reconciliation Recognition Award recipients are:

The Summerside Western Capitals, for their initiative in 2021 to host an Every Child Matters game to raise awareness about Residential School Survivors and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. In addition to wearing orange jerseys created in consultation with local First Nations, they visited Lennox Island to learn about Truth and Reconciliation, meet with the community’s children, and hand out free tickets for the Every Child Matters game. “Every Child Matters” written in the Mi’kmaq language was also included on the orange jerseys, which featured a photo of Residential School Survivors, and were auctioned off after the game with a portion of the proceeds going to the Lennox Island community. Through these efforts, the Summerside Western Capitals have taken significant steps in establishing a path toward reconciliation.

The Charlottetown Islanders were recognized for their special initiative last fall to host the first-ever Orange Jersey Day in honor of Residential School Survivors and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The orange jerseys featured the traditional Mi’kmaq eight-pointed star along with the double curve motif. The team also worked closely with the Mi’kmaq communities of Epekwitk to include cultural performances, invite a Residential School Survivor to participate in the puck drop, and showcase videos about the Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq (Mi’kmaq of PEI), demonstrating their commitment to reconciliation.

Kings Playhouse is being recognized for its outstanding efforts in establishing a path toward true

The River Clyde Pageant has been diligent in being an inclusive group, offering diversity, equity and inclusion training for its team and community. The Pageant has featured Mi’kmaq representation and voices and offered meaningful land acknowledgements, demonstrating their commitment to acknowledging Indigenous Peoples and their traditional territories. The Pageant has also walked in solidarity for Indigenous justice. This recognition is a result of The River Clyde Pageant’s genuine efforts in being an ally to the Mi’kmaq and in working toward true reconciliation.

Stay up to date with L’nuey’s initiatives through their social media platforms: Facebook (L’nuey PEI), Instagram (@lnuey.ca) and Twitter (@ lnueypei).

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On June 23 from 4–7 pm, the lawns of the historic Wyatt Heritage Properties will be turned into the site of a Victorian-style carnival featuring all the delights of such an event. There will be five cent carnival games, a ten cent tea and cake tent, tea leaf readings, miniature horse rides, petting farm, exotic animals, reading tent, puppet caravan, Rosco the clown, arm wrestling, face painting, carnival food and more. The Roy MacCaull and Kim Tuplin band will be performing onstage along with Fred Martin. Inside the Lefurgey Cultural Centre the Hurricane Fiona Up Close and Personal exhibit will be open for viewing. There is no admission to the carnival.

Over the past two decades the Olde Fashioned Carnival has entertained thousands of guests on the lawn of the historic properties gifted to the City of Summerside by the late Doctor Wanda Wyatt. The Carnival has become an event anticipated by all ages for pure fun and the celebration of community.

The Summerside Western Capitals, The Charlottetown Islanders, Kings Playhouse and The River Clyde Pageant recognized during Indigenous Awarness Week

Rural Beauti cation Society 76th annual competition

The Rural Beautification Society has launched its 76th annual competition. From small to large gardens, new or mature, old and young, there is a competition for everyone and every skill set. The 2023 competitions include: farm home improvement, home improvement, heritage home, heritage community building, new home completion, rural cemetery, community building improvement, community improvement, commercial building improvement, homeowner flower garden, recently established flower garden, youth garden, window box and/or container, community/commemorative garden, family vegetable garden, mailbox/home identification, tourist accomodation and reuse–recycle–repurpose. The contest is open to all rural residents on PEI until June 30. The Rural Beautification Society encourages rural Islanders to take pride in making the Island all the more beautiful because of their efforts. Over the years they have awarded over 10,000 entrants in up to 18 categories. This year, there is $15,000 worth of prizes available. See the Competition book for a full description of competitions, categories, a list of sponsors, the full list of 2022 winners and more. Competition books are available at peirbs.ca and at all Access PEI locations, Veseys Seeds and Kool Breeze Farm. Follow on FB for updates. peirbs.ca

Foster families needed

There is a need for foster families across the province to provide safe and nurturing homes to children up to age 18. Being a foster parent can be life changing for parents, children and youth. Islanders who are interested can apply to provide support for children as a full time foster parent, part time foster parent or respite foster parent (providing care to children on a short term or emergency basis). Learn more about fostering opportunities

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at fosterparents.princeedwardisland.ca or register to attend an information session at princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and-seniors/ foster-parent-information-sessions.

Gardening for kids

The City of Charlottetown is offering a free children’s gardening workshop on June 3 from 10 am–12 noon at Orlebar Park and Victoria Park. Kids ages six to 10 are invited to learn about growing food and plants in small spaces such as balconies and containers. Participants will help plant some of the City’s community vegetable planters as well as their own vegetable container garden to take home. Registration is required as space is limited. Participants will have the opportunity to select their preferred location based on availability. The workshop is being delivered in partnership with The Burly Farmer and the City of Charlottetown’s Environment and Sustainability Department. Call 566-5548 or visit charlottetown.ca/gardening_for_ kids for more info and to register

Residential tree clean-up

To help Islanders with fallen trees in their yards, government will once again offer tree clean-up service on private residential properties. Crews will remove trees that are leaning towards residential structures or access to structures. They will also remove trees that have fallen on residential lawns. Residents can apply from June 16 at princeedwardisland. ca (search Fiona cleanup) or by calling 1-833-734-1873. Islanders can also visit their local Access PEI location if they need assistance with filling out the online form. Those who applied in the fall do not need to reapply. To make sure people most in need get help as soon as possible, this service is for clean-up to residential yards only and does not include stump removal. Residents of Charlottetown and Summerside should check with their municipality for clean-up service related to businesses, unoccupied properties, or wooded areas. Other options

for dealing with Fiona debris include roadside debris pick-up where provincial crews continue to pick-up branches that residents have piled near the road. Bring debris to the road by June 30. There is no need to apply or notify government for roadside debris pick-up. Crews will pick-up the debris when they are in the area. Provincial crews will not be picking up debris in Charlottetown and Summerside, so residents of those cities should check with their municipality for guidance. Private disposal pits are another option for Fiona debris. Sixteen pits are open for residents to bring Fiona debris free of charge. In addition, residents may take Fiona debris to any of the IWMC Waste Watch Drop-Off Centres Island-wide. Standard fees apply.

Seeking participants for smoking cessation study

LungNSPEI believes community collaboration is key to helping Islanders quit smoking. Smoking continues to be the leading cause of preventable death in Canada. Members of the 2SLGBTQ1A+, First Nations or lower-income communities have smoking rates that are two or more times that of other Canadian communities. LungNSPEI and its partners want to understand how they can better help people that smoke commercial tobacco quit or reduce their use. The Community Advised Smoking Cessation project is inviting individuals from the following communities, ages 16 and older and living in PEI, to share their opinions through an online survey or participation in a focus group/sharing circle: 2SLGBTQIA+, First Nations, lower income (household income of under $40,000 annually). Through this project members of the 2SLGBTQ1A+, lower-income and First Nations communities can voice their opinions on what their community needs to help people quit smoking or reduce their use. Funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada, the info gained through this project will then be used to help co-create smoking cessation programs specific to each

community. People who want to learn more or who are interested to voice their opinion can call 892-5957 (toll-free 1-888566-5864), email quitsmoking@lungnspei. ca, or visit lungnspei.c/casc. Participants will receive a $10 gift card for completing the survey, a $30 gift card for participating in the one-hour focus group, and a $50 gift card for participating in the two+ hour sharing circle.

Workplace sexual harassment awareness campaign

Among their efforts to raise awareness about workplace sexual harassment to the general public, the Shift Project has launched a new micro-website to provide Island business owners and employers with key information on their legal responsibilities in regards to workplace sexual harassment. An initiative of the PEI Human Rights Commission, funded by the Dept of Justice Canada, the Shift Project aims to address and prevent sexual harassment in Island workplaces. This funding was made available across the country in the post #metoo era to address the increasing number of people coming forward with their experiences of sexual harassment and assault. Statistics Canada released the results of a 2020 national survey which found that one in four women and one in six men in Canada had experienced sexual harassment in their workplace. That same year saw a 15 percent increase in complaints involving sexual harassment to the PEI Human Rights Commission, which prompted the Island-wide survey in 2021. From the 1621 completed surveys, 1035 Islanders identified as having experienced workplace sexual harassment. Business owners across PEI should have received a direct mailer in their mailbox recently, that included info about the effects and costs of workplace sexual harassment, and info about the new micro-website: makeityourbusinesspei.ca where they can connect with Shift directly to book training. Employers looking for more info, support about workplace sexual harassment or to book free training workshops, email sdenmanwood@peihumanrights.ca or call 368-4180. Those who have experienced workplace sexual harassment and are looking for legal supports or guidance, contact the RISE Program at rise@legalinfopei.ca or text/phone at 218-6143.

Island Tides

Third annual Yoga & Wellness Festival—June 22 to 25

DiverseCity Festival

First event of the summer is in Charlottetown—June 25

Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI (IRSA) will be rolling out DiverseCity Festival across PEI / Epekwitk again this summer. For those who haven’t experienced it before, DiverseCity Festival is the largest, free, multicultural festival east of Montreal.

The annual DiverseCity Festival is an important part of PEI’s summer festival lineup and takes place in multiple locations over the summer months. Performers, vendors, artisans, community groups and activity leaders are called upon to participate. First up is Charlottetown on June 25 from 12 noon to 8 pm.

The Island Tides Yoga & Wellness Festival, presented by Discover Charlottetown, returns to the city June 22–25, for its third annual event. Building on tthe success of previous years, the Festival has added new events and experiences to the lineup.

The Festival is a gathering of yoga and fitness experts, healthy living enthusiasts, and individuals seeking a therapeutic atmosphere to unwind. It draws inspiration from the serene and peaceful atmosphere of PEI and showcases the diverse community partners and businesses of Charlottetown.

Island Tides features a range of yoga and wellness events, including SUP yoga, meditation classes, workshops, and nourishing culinary experiences. Returning events include

Cultural Code of Ukraine

Food, tradition, history and art at The Guild—June 3

The Cultural Code of Ukraine will take place at The Guild in Charlottetown on June 3 at 7 pm. Doors open at 6:15 pm.

Learn and enjoy traditional Ukrainian food, the Vyshyvanka show—a live presentation of Ukrainian embroidered shirts, the unique history and the art of our Ukrainian neighbours.

This charity event has been organized by the UCC branch in PEI to support Ukraine. “In this historical overview of Ukrainian folk art and symbolism in traditional embroidery, which inspired the art of Maria Prymachenko and Pablo Picasso, we dive into the rich heritage of Ukrainian

many yoga and fitness favourites, the Island Tides 5k Rainbow Run and the Silent Disco. New events include mindfulness hikes, an introduction to mountain biking, Comedy on the Water, a witches market and a keynote with Jeremie Saunders of Turn Me On and Sickboy podcasts.

The Festival happens in collaboration with various yoga studios, wellness professionals and other community partners, including some of the best teachers, practitioners, creators, experts, chefs, musicians and more.

Tickets are on sale now, with discounts available for those who book with participating hotel partners or who purchase multiple classes. Visit islandtidesfestival.com to browse the schedule of events.

Queen Street, from Grafton Street to King Street, will be closed for the day. That leaves plenty of space to celebrate the diversity of cultures that call Prince Edward Island home, and to showcase food, music performances, dance, arts and crafts, community information and cultural demonstrations that represent newcomers, established settler communities, as well as the original people of Epekwitk, the Mi’kmaq First Nations.

Senator Brian Francis has said, “I love the @DiverseCityPEI celebration every year. The joy and pride in our multi-faceted Island community is

palpable and heartening. So many Islanders of so many backgrounds, cultures, languages— it’s wonderful!”

Visit diversecityfest.com or email diversecity@irsapei.ca for more information.

culture,” they say. Organizers also give thanks to the sponsors Koota Ooma and the Barvinok dance group for providing Ukrainian national costumes.

All proceeds from ticket sales will be directed to the humanitarian needs of Ukrainians who defend Ukraine. Doors open at 6:15 pm, and traditional Ukrainian dishes will be offered before the event at 7 pm. Tickets include complimentary food.

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Canadian Rivers Day

The second Sunday of June was proclaimed as a national day for all Canadians to celebrate the vital role rivers play in their lives. On June 11, the Hillsborough River Association (HRA) invites everyone to celebrate their favourite Island river on Canadian Rivers Day.

This day is a great opportunity for watershed residents to enjoy the spectacular panorama and the history of the Hillsborough, the first river designated as a Canadian Heritage River on PEI and the 17th designated as a Canadian Heritage River.

Some of the activities that one could contribute to the conservation of the Hillsborough’s history and environment include: enhancing wildlife by planting native wildlife cover or food plants, creating wildlife cover patch, sharing knowledge of family history or researching some of its history, documenting wildlife sightings (see eBird Canada or inaturalist.ca), or cleaning up and properly disposing waste materials along a section of the river.

To see the progress that’s being made on the Hillsborough riparian zone and watershed, contact the HRA at pisquidwatershed@gmail.com for the latest issue of the Hillsborough Tidings newsletter or follow HRA Watershed Management on FB.

2023-24 School Calendar

The 2023-2024 school year will have 181 instructional days and students will return to the classroom on September 7, 2023. The last day of classes before the Christmas break will be December 22, with students returning to the classroom on January 8, 2024. Spring break will lead directly into Easter and run from March 22–April 2. The school calendar is available at princeedwardisland.ca/ en/information/education-and-lifelong-learning/2023-2024-school-calendar.

Nature PEI

Next meeting to focus on nature education—June 6

to attend.

Hannah hails from Thunder Bay, ON. They hold a BSc in Biology from Simon Fraser University in BC and an MSc in Biology from UPEI, where their research focused on invasive green crabs. Hannah has an extensive background in delivering nature– and science–focused education programs, having worked as a Marine Sciences Educator at Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre on Vancouver Island, and as a Coordinator of the Let’s Talk Science Program at UPEI.

Join Nature PEI for their next monthly meeting on June 6 at 7:30 pm at Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. The meeting will feature guest speaker Hannah Gehrels, PEI Wild Child Projects Coordinator with the Sierra Club Canada Foundation’s Wild Child Program. Hannah will be sharing some of their most treasured and inspiring moments from their work to connect Island children and families back to nature. Admission is free and all are welcome

John Andrew Memorial Fishing Derby

Andrew’s Pond—June 3

Hannah founded the PEI Wild Child Forest School Program in 2017. Wild Child is a recreational Forest and Nature School program of the Sierra Club Canada Foundation. There are Wild Child programs active in three provinces across Canada, including AB, NS and PEI. The PEI Wild Child Program’s mission is to provide child-led, play-based learning through repeated exposure to nature, helping to foster a lasting relationship with the natural world. Since starting in PEI, the Wild Child Program has expanded to offer programming for three to 19-year old through afterschool programs, preschool programs, PD day programs, family programs, programs for homeschoolers and summer day camps.

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ponds and adjacent streams to their once beautiful state as well as establishing trails necessary to access the fishing spots and walk the woodlands and viewing stations.

Central to this restoration work has been the vision and commitment of Dr. John Andrew whose family roots go back many years on the Wright’s Creek and Andrew’s Mill Pond properties. John worked tirelessly on this and related projects in the area. Sadly, John passed away last January. To celebrate his leadership and stewardship efforts, the John Andrew Memorial Fishing Derby was established to recognize his interest and work.

Andrew’s Pond on Wright’s Creek in East Royalty has existed since 1800. For generations it was the preeminent area for brook trout in and around Charlottetown. The Wright’s Creek Watershed Environmental Committee and the Hillsborough River Association are celebrating this history by organizing and sponsoring a public fishing derby on June 3 from 9 am–12:30 pm.

The Wright’s Creek Committee has worked very hard over the past 15 years with their many partners and volunteers to restore and revitalize the

The John Andrew Memorial Fishing Derby is a free family event, particularly for youth and seniors. Registration opens at 9 am at Malcolm J. Darrach Community Centre at 1 Avonlea Drive, Charlottetown. Fishing will be conducted from 9–11:30 am and no fishing license is required for this event. Children must be supervised by an adult and participants must supply their own equipment and bait. There will be light refreshments, snacks and prize draws from 11:30 am–12:30 pm at Community Centre. Random prize draws will be held for several age groups, and there are prizes based on fish size. This is a rain or shine event (except in the case of lightning).

Info: wrightscreekcharlottetown@ gmail.com

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Tumultuous times

Readers of this column will know how much I value the East Point area. I’ve written many times about its bird populations, where in the winter you can see thousands of sea ducks and in the spring and fall the migrating hawks, loons, and shorebirds always make the trip worthwhile. Watching the snow-white gannets diving for sh just o shore, or the peregrine falcon that regularly hunts along the cli , continue to be very special moments in my life.

But it is not just the birds. You can see seals and the occasional minke or pilot whale just off the point. Red foxes abound in the area, as do coyotes. And several species of bats can also be found.

The plant communities in the area are equally special. The tangly, krummholz forest along the coast is full of interesting plants that can withstand the punishing winds that carry salt and sand. Several species of crowberries and cranberries are present, as well as bearberry.

Inland, there are other interesting plants and plant communities. Showy ladyslipper, black ash, round-leaf dogwood, and two species of rattlesnake plantain are just a few of the rare species found in this area.

This is a very special area, which is why IRAC’s recent rejection of the Rural Municipality of Eastern Kings’ decision to halt the new wind farm was so disturbing.

I confess to loving windmills, but the process to site them must improve. I’ve spent a good deal of time working on issues around environmental assessment, both nationally and locally. A well-designed project—and process— would have communities beating down government doors to have their own wind farms. But that is clearly not what happened.

There are already 10 windmills in the area that are 124 metres (407 feet) tall, inclusive of the blades. The seven new windmills would be significantly taller—177 metres (580 feet) inclusive of the blades.

In February, Environment, Energy and Climate Change Minister Steven Myers was on Compass expressing his

outrage about people in the area rejecting his windmills, claiming that the lion’s share of opposition came from seasonal residents, which is untrue. The Minister has now decided that he has the green light, but whether he can do that is actually unclear from the IRAC report.

The idea that you can just ignore the will of the community and push something through means that you have no understanding of how proper environmental assessment works. If you engage in meaningful public participation, people must have the right to influence the final decision. Proponents cannot have already made up their minds on the outcome. Otherwise, why involve the public?

We know how to do things better. We just have to care.

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PEI Public Libraries offers community programming for all ages—babies, children and families, teens, adults and seniors. Visit the Public Library events calendar at library.pe.ca or follow @PEI Public Library Service on FB.

Charlottetown Library Learning Centre

Programming continues this month at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre (97 Queen St). Bring supplies and join fibre and textile makers at Fibre Arts Club on Tuesdays at 1 pm. Use an Oculus VR headset at Virtual Reality for ages 10+ on Thursdays from 3–5 pm. Get Tech Help from one of the teen volunteers on Saturdays from 10 am–12 pm. The Board Game Café takes place May 31 and June 28 at 6 pm and has a wide variety of new and traditional games to suit all types of gamers. Register in advance for So, You Want to Write a Novel and bring a pen/paper or tablet/ computer for writing and taking notes at this two-day interactive workshop with author L. P. Suzanne Atkinson on June 3 (10:30 am, 1:30 pm) and June 4 (1:30 pm). Annuals, perennials, vegetable plants, seeds, and houseplants are all welcome at Plant Swap Saturday on June 10 at 10 am. Don’t have anything to trade? Drop by after 11 am to pick from any plants that are leftover. The Seniors Café on June 15 at 1 pm will feature Megan, a registered dietician who will give a 30-minute Q&A before cooking something together in the Community Kitchen for lunch. The first Family Movie Night will be held June 15 at 6:30 pm. Stay tuned for the first pick. In celebration of Indigenous History Month, Francis Jadis will give a Basket

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Making Demonstration on June 17 from 10 am–12 noon. Francis will share his knowledge of traditional basket making techniques and put together a basket to show attendees all the steps. Registered dietician Samantha Blizzard is back with some tips on cooking and shopping for one or two people at Eating Well on a Budget: Part Two on June 20 at 10 am. Learn some basic macramé skills and create a keychain at Crafternoon on June 21 at 1 pm. Register in advance; supplies provided. Learn 3D printing techniques and earn 3D Printer Certification on June 26 at 6 pm. The certificate will allow patrons (ages 12+) to start and adjust their own print jobs in the Makerspace. Registration is required.

Summerside Rotary Library

Programming continues this month at the Summerside Rotary Library (57 Central St). Adult programming: Nifty Knitters and Needlecraft with fibre and textile makers on Thursdays at 1 pm. Bring supplies. All skill levels welcome. Drop in for the Tech ‘N’ Talk free workshop for seniors on June 3 at 10:30 am. Seniors are paired with a youth volunteer. Bring the devices that require support. Visit the Seniors Café for a cup of tea or coffee and a Q&A with geriatrician Dr. Katriena McKay on June 9 at 11 am. Play games June 14 and 28 at 2 pm at Cards, Crokinole, and Cronies. Register to create a nautical-inspired Hanging Candle Holder on June 19 (6 pm) and June 21 (2 pm). Join the Book Club on June 24 at 2 pm and discuss some of today’s most thought-provoking books. Pick up a copy of the latest selection at the main circulation desk. Children’s programming: Wiggle Giggle Read for 0–36 months (9:30 am, Wednesdays); Family Storytime for ages 3–5 (10:30 am, Thursdays); Puppet Play for the whole family (11 am, June 3); Trick of the Eye for ages 5–12 (11 am, June 10); Whatever Floats Your Boat for ages 6–12 on Science Saturday (11 am, June 17); and Multicultural Storytime & Conversation Hour with IRSA (11 am, June 24). Registration opens June 24 for the TD Summer Reading Club. Drop-in or call the library to sign up for a summer of fun. Teen programming takes place on Tuesdays in June at 4 pm: Teen Advisory Group (6); Paper Suncatchers (13); Pause & Putter (20); and Fibre Bowls (27); and May Flowers (23).

The Cove Journal by JoDee Samuelson

Clean ditches

Amateur Radio Field Day

Victoria Park—June 24 and 25

The Charlottetown Amateur Radio Club’s Field Day/Open House will be held June 24 from 3–8 pm and June 25 from 12 noon–3 pm at Victoria Park, close to the Kiwanis Dairy Bar, in Charlottetown.

stations to talk to other ham operators worldwide using simple antennas. They will also make contacts (QSOs) using morse code and digital FT8, and have a lot of fun “playing radio.”

Charlottetown Amateur Radio Club President Bill McMaster says, “This year, the event will be totally renewable energy powered. The ability to use low power to communicate worldwide shows the versatility of amateur radio for communications world-wide.”

It’s roadside clean-up month. It warms my cockles to see those yellow bags along the highways and byways: thank you, fellow Island beauti ers. If there was no litter and thus no need for yellow bags I’d feel even more benevolent.

Our Cove walking group started early on the relentless task of climbing into ditches to retrieve paper cups, plastic water bottles, beer cans, and an alarming number of magnums formerly full of Captain Morgan white rum. We’ve filled ten bags to the bursting on a one-kilometre stretch of road that includes two bridges. What is there about a bridge that attracts garbage? Is it the soothing sound of burbling water (flip!) or the sight of ducks paddling contentedly among the reeds (toss!) or merely no houses in sight (pitch!)? In bygone days rivers became the depositories of old fridges, stoves, vehicles, tires, even mattresses. As my mother would say, “Oy yoy yoy.”

So as we head into the most beautiful month of the year the Island is once again clean and lush and green. Standing outside the door this morning admiring my kingdom, I am overwhelmed by the ability of nature to explode when the conditions are right. Our tulips quiver with excitement as they prepare to display their showy wares. Every leaf on every bush is waiting breathlessly for the rain to wash off the last of winter’s protective sap. The elderflowers aren’t waiting for anything; they’re open.

We do need rain—not as much as they got in Québec, Florida or California, please and thank you—but some amount of gentle moisture for germination and growth. Also, as we nervously eye fallen trees, we’re acutely aware of the risk of forest fire.

Speaking of which: The news is full of

disasters and sometimes I’m able tune them out. But I can’t tune out the forest fire and evacuation of Drayton Valley, Alberta, because this is the town where I spent my teenage years.

Few Canadians, until last week, had heard of Drayton Valley, southwest of Edmonton, population 7,000, perched on a boggy hilltop (not in a valley at all), overlooking the North Saskatchewan River. When oil was discovered nearby in 1953, Drayton instantly became a tent & trailerpark town complete with saloons and picturesque street names like “Cowboy Trail” and “Industrial Road.” In the 1960s, my dad, being a minister, was tasked with the job of founding a church in Drayton and saving the souls of rowdy oilfield workers. He was not particularly successful.

Meanwhile, Mom was trying in vain to cultivate tulips in the town’s heavy clay soil. The only flowers that grew well for her were calendulas. If our house survived this fire, and I imagine it did, I’ll bet Mom’s calendulas are still growing beside the walkway. And who knows, maybe someone has figured out how to grow tulips there too.

I think of this now as I admire the morning dew beading on the tulips beside our door. Absolute perfection. Tulips love our soft fertile soil and I love taking care of them. I don’t even mind taking care of our ditches. I never want to take the beauty of this Island for granted.

Field Day has been an annual event since 1933 and remains the most popular event in ham radio. This event will have local licensed amateur radio operators provide demonstrations for people to learn more about amateur radio and its importance in communications. Attendees can also join in the fun and with the supervision of a licensed operator make a contact with other operators from around the world over the air waves.

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PEI Museum and Heritage sites

Summer events and activities

The PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation has announced its summer schedule of events and activities at various sites across the province. From book clubs to tea parties, anniversaries to ghost tours, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

The Beaconsfield Book Club was launched to celebrate Pride PEI in partnership with PEERS Alliance, Bookmark and PEI Public Libraries. Check out three queer historical romance novels by Olivia Waite, Cat Sebastian and Alexis Hall, and discuss them at the Carriage House on June 20, July 18 and August 15.

Field Day is a bit of a competition against other ham radio operators across North America, so local members are hoping to put PEI on the map and earn bonus points to do well in this contest. As a Parks On The Air (POTA) activity, the Charlottetown Amateur Radio Club will receive extra points in the contest.

Meet and greet if interested in learning about Amateur radio or interested in getting into the hobby. charlottetownarc.com summersidearc.com arrl.org/field-day

From June through August, Victorian tea and cakes will be available at the Beaconsfield Historic House, featuring a menu of Victorianthemed desserts prepared by Martin Watson—Pastry Arts student at the Culinary Institute.

Several 50th anniversary events featuring cakes, dancers, music, animals, along with discounted 1973 admission prices and more will be celebrated in July and August. Save the dates: Beaconsfield Historic House (July 3); Basin Head Fisheries Museum (July 29); Green Park Shipbuilding Museum and Yeo House (August 12); and Orwell Historic Village (August 19).

The Haunting of Yeo House ghost tour at Green Park Shipbuilding Museum will also run during July and August.

For more information, follow the PEI Museum and Heritage Foundation on their social media platforms @peimuseum or visit peimuseum.ca.

A Square Dance with Chrissy Crowley, Colin Grant and Darla MacPhee will take place at The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout in Souris on June 30 at 8 pm. fiddlingfishermanlookout.com

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Growing up, Melissa was immersed in cultural teachings and was surrounded by a family of basket makers. She began her artistic expression at a young age, making regalia and beadwork, and is skilled in both traditional and contemporary styles. Melissa’s exposure to other Mi’kmaq artforms led her to quillwork.

Since completing an apprenticeship with Mi’kmaq Quill Art in 2015, Melissa has been integral in establishing a community of skilled quill workers. She launched her professional career as a Mi’kmaq quill artist with her first solo exhibit in 2019.

Melissa recently received the 2023 Atlantic Indigenous Artist Award at the Atlantic Indigenous Tourism Summit in Steady Brook, Newfoundland.

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SALES

Zion Presbyterian clothing sale

Zion Presbyterian in Charlottetown is holding its clothing sale on June 2 and 3 from 9 am–1 pm. There will be a huge selection of clothes, shoes, purses and accessories at great prices. A barbeque will be available from 11 am–1 pm each day of the sale. Corner of Grafton St and Prince St, Charlottetown.

Canoe Cove perennial sale

The Canoe Cove Community Association will be holding their 16th annual perennial sale on June 3 from 9 am–12 noon. The sale takes place at the Lloyd Inman Memorial Park in Canoe Cove and will feature hundreds of perennials, annuals, herbs, dahlias, shrubs, trees and rich compost for the garden. There will be very reasonable prices on all plants. The Historic Canoe Cove School building needs extensive foundation work and all proceeds will go to the Foundation Fund. The canteen will be offering coffee and muffins during the sale. 208 Park Rd, Canoe Cove.

Book and bake sale

A book and bake sale will be held on June 3 from 9:30 am–1 pm at the Kirk of St. James (35 Fitzroy Street, Charlottetown). There will be homebaked goods, gluten-free treats, soft and hard cover books, vintage books, puzzles and games. There will also be a Lobster Raffle with tickets for a chance to win $200 worth of lobster (1st prize) or $100 worth of lobster (2nd prize). The draw date will be June 3, following the sale. For more info, call 892-2839, email kirkstjames@pei.aibn.com, visit kirkstjames.ca or follow @stjamespresbyterianchurch.

Treasures in the Trunk PEI: Call for vendors

Continuing its annual and ongoing fundraising campaign, Easter Seals PEI is partnering with the Rotary Club of Montague and Eastern PEI to host a unique yard sale in Kings County.

Treasures in the Trunk PEI will be held on June 10 from 8 am–1 pm in the parking lot of the Cavendish Farms Wellness Centre in Montague. Members of the public or local businesses can book one or more parking spaces to sell new, used and/or antique items, clothing, plants, baked goods, tools and other surplus items from the trunks of their cars or truck beds—set up and decorated in whatever way they choose. Shoppers attend the event at no cost. Vendor spots can be booked online at eastersealspei. org or @eastersealspei on FB. All proceeds from vendor entry fees, 50/50 ticket sales and a fundraising BBQ will be donated to Easter Seals PEI on behalf of its mission to improve the lives of Islanders living with disabilities. 21 Sullivan Dr, Montague.

Gifts from the Heart End of Month Sales

Gifts from the Heart End of Month Sales are held in Charlottetown on the last Saturday of each month (June 24) from 10 am–3 pm. The sales are a chance for the public to thrift shop the inventory. Sale proceeds defray operating costs so that Betty Begg-Brooks and her volunteers at Gifts from the Heart can offer free food, clothing, furniture and housewares to qualified low income families and those experiencing temporary hardship. Gifts from the Heart is supported by caring donors. Donations of new and gently-used clothing, furniture and household items can be dropped off at 10 Maple Hills Ave, Monday–Wednesday from 10 am–4 pm. Monetary and food donations are gratefully received. Call Betty at 393-0171 for more info or to reg ister as a client. Open Monday–Thursday from 10 am–4 pm, and Fri from 10 am–3 pm at 10 Maple Hills Ave (across from Krown Rust Proofing on Brackley Point Rd in the Airport Business Park).

Friends of the Summerside Rotary Library book sale

The Friends of the Summerside Rotary Library will host their annual book sale on July 6 from 10 am–4 pm at 57 Central Street in Summerside. The book sale will be part of Lobster Carnival Sidewalk Sale and will be held outside, weather permitting. The rain date is July 7. Thousands of gently used books will be for sale. Proceeds will go to equipment purchases and family programs at the Summerside Rotary Library. Donations are being accepted; check with library staff. Info: 436-7323

Annual yard sale in Tracadie

The annual yard sale at 1257 Donaldston Road in Tracadie will be held from 8 am–4 pm on July 8 and 9. There will be collector’s items, kitchen items, plants, books, crafts, furniture and more. There will also be a bonus sale of crafts from around the world to assist with development projects in Honduras.

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Steel Magnolias

Play by Robert Harling begins summer in June

Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling will start its run at Watermark Theatre in North Rustico later this month. Directed by Samantha Wilson, the production will run from June 27 until August 26.

A group of Louisiana women bond and gossip at a local beauty shop while following the marriage and motherhood of one of the customer’s daughters.

As the title implies, these ladies can be as delicate as magnolias—and as tough as steel.

When tragedy strikes, they draw on their underlying strength and love.

Steel Magnolias is a play that continues to speak to audiences all over the world about hope, love, loss and friendship.

Local actors Gracie Finley, Marlene Handrahan, Benton Hartley, Kristena McCormack and Marlane O’Brien are joined by Sharleen Kalayil (Halifax, NS) and Risha Nanda (Toronto, ON) for the production.

To purchase tickets, visit watermarktheatre.com

Looking ahead

Programming announced for fall and winter 2023

Artistic Director Robert Tsonos has announced Watermark Theatre’s fall and winter programming for 2023. The company, celebrating its 15th year, will produce Letters to My Grandma from October 17–21, and a holiday production of The Gift of the Magi and other festive stories from December 13–23.

In the haunting Letters to My Grandma by Anusree Roy, Malobee unearths letters detailing her grandmother’s fight to survive the 1947 partition of India, which resonates with Malobee’s own struggles to create a new life in present-day Canada. A grand multi-generational tale of love, regret, hatred and forgiveness, this one-person play weaves the remarkable stories of these two women together, inextricably linking their histories.

The Gift of the Magi, a short story by O. Henry, is one of several holiday

Writer and actor Anusree Roy

stories that will be adapted for the stage in this festive play for the whole family. The classic tale of a young husband and wife dealing with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money is just one of the many stories that will be presented.

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story of his grandmother. “MAGGIE celebrates not only my Gran and her life, but also an entire generation of women who fought through some tough times by keeping faith, hope, love, family, friendship, and humour close to heart,” says Reid. “It reminds us that joy and laughter can be found, even in the darkest of times.”

The production’s music is written by Reid, Matt Murray and Bob Foster—who co-created the Festival’s 2022 musical Tell Tale Harbour. It will be directed by fellow Scot and the Festival’s former associate artistic director Mary Francis Moore, who is the artistic director of Theatre Aquarius in Hamilton, ON, where the musical premiered in April. MAGGIE is produced in association with Johnny Reid and Michael Rubinoff, the originating producer of Come From Away. Performances of MAGGIE run June 21–September 2.

Also at the Sobey Family Theatre is The Play That Goes Wrong, a smash-hit comedy that has taken over Broadway and London’s West End. The Sherlock Holmes meets Monty Python production is a play within a play, telling the story of a failing theatre troupe trying to put on a murder mystery. Directed by Herbie Barnes, the show is chockfull of mishaps and madcap mania that delivers fun for all ages.

A new Canadian musical and a smashhit comedy kick o The Charlottetown Festival this month at Confederation Centre of the Arts.

Coming to the Sobey Family Theatre is the world premiere production MAGGIE. The new Canadian musical tells the inspirational tale of a fiery school cleaner living in the mining town of Lanarkshire. After suffering an

unthinkable loss, she must rely on her strength, sense of humour, and fiercely loyal group of friends to raise her boys and protect them from the harsh and ever-changing world around them.

Set in post-war Scotland, the heartfelt show features a soul-stirring score by recording artist Johnny Reid, a Scot who immigrated to Canada as a teenager. The musical is based on the true

Family-friendly programming returns to the Outdoor Amphitheatre. The Mi’kmaq Heritage Actors are back this year with the new show Mi’kmaq Stories of Rabbit and His Friends, a fun performance for all ages that shares the history of the Mi’kmaq people through stories, songs and traditional dance. Performances run June 27–July 8. Admission to these noon hour performances is free, with donations welcome.

Tickets for The 2023 Charlottetown Festival are on sale now and can be purchased online at confederationcentre.com, via phone at 1-800-565-0278, or in person at the Centre’s box office.

SIMON REID

DAHLIA KATZ PHOTOGRAPHY

(top): William Lincoln, Aidan Burke, Dharma Bizier, and Lawrence Libor in MAGGIE; (bottom): Mik’maq Heritage Actors

PERFORMANCE

music, theatre, dance, comedy…

Mondays | 8 pm

Rat Tales Comedy Night

Hosted by Britt Campbell. Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

May 29 | 8 pm

Jon Dore Comedy Night

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

May 31–Oct 5

Anne & Gilbert - The Musical

Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

June 1 | 8 pm

Island Jazz ft. Spencer

Soloduka with Kehzia Collie

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 1 | 8 pm

The Hounds

Tribute to Tyler Childers. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 1, 2 | 7 pm

Three Oaks Music presents: The Big Show

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

June 2 | 7:30 pm

Hells Bells

Celebrating 50 Years of AC/DC. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 2 | 7:30 pm

Fiddle Fandemonium

Featuring Richard Wood, Keelin Wedge, Roy Johnstone, Louise Arsenault and Ward MacDonald, and stepdancer Jordan Chowen. Centre 150, Summerside

June 2 | 8 pm

More Soul

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 3 | 8 pm

Shane Pendergast & Mike

Dixon

Moth Lane Brewing, Ellerslie

June 3 | 8 pm

Two Hours Tra c

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 3 | 3 pm, 6 pm

Danspirations: Crazy for Dance

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

June 3 | 8 pm

Bobcaygeon

Tribute to The Tragically Hip. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 3, 4

A Joyful Sound: Sun, Moon, and Stars

Spring choral concert.

June 3, 7 pm: Memorial United, Murray River;

June 4, 2 pm: Souris Show Hall, Souris

June 4 | 2 pm, 5 pm

RAD presents: It’s a RAD Recital

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

June 4 | 7 pm

Stratford Community Choir

Annual spring concert. Spring Park United, Charlottetown

June 4 | 7 pm

Shane Pendergast & Mike Dixon

Glenaladale Schoolhouse, Tracadie

June 4, 5 | 7:30 pm

The Addams Family - A New Musical Carrefour Theatre, Charlottetown

June 6 | 7:30 pm

Coronation St. The

Honeymooners: Tim & Abi

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 7 | 8 pm

East Coast Comedy Spotlight: Peter White

Hosted by Shawn Hogan. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 8 | 7 pm

A Work in Progress

With comedian Shawn Hogan. The Gallery Coffee House & Bistro, Charlottetown

June 8 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: “Folk Jazz” ft.

Jordan Taylor Trio

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 9 | 7:30 pm

Side Hustle Improv Comedy

The Guild, Charlottetown

June 9 | 8 pm

Coyote + The Darvel Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 9–18 | 7:30 pm

PEI Mutual Festival of Small Halls

See ad on page B31 or smallhalls.com. Venues Island-wide.

June 10 | 10 am

De nitely Not The

Symphony Spring Concert Park Royal United, Charlottetown

June 10 | 7:30 pm

Ledwell & Haines

A night of stories and song. Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

June 10 | 7:30 pm

Glory Days + Green River Revival

Tributs to Bruce Springsteen and CCR. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 10 | 8 pm

Lawrence Maxwell & The Family Band

With special guest Cameron Nickerson. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 13 | 7:30 pm

A Tribute to Ed Sheeran

Featuring Daniel East. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 13 | 7:30 pm

The Three Tellers

With Martha Chaves. Souris Show Hall, Souris

June 14 | 7:30 pm

The Jack Pine Folk Club

Featuring Shane Pendergast, Benj Rowland, Abi Hameline and Romy Munkres. The Pourhouse, Charlottetown

June 14 | 7:30 pm

Bits & Bites Comedy Series

Featuring Steve Dylan. Hosted by Tanya Nicolle with special guests Britt Campbell and Ryan Gallant. bar1911, Charlottetown

June 14 | 8 pm

Steve Zaat + Poet and Liars

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 14–Sept 23 | 7:30 pm

The Play That Goes Wrong

Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

June 15 | 7:30 pm

Kelly McMichael + Tanya Davis

Souris Show Hall, Souris

June 15 | 8 pm

Island Jazz ft. Sara Campbell

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 16 | 7:30 pm

Jeremy Dutcher

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

June 16 | 8 pm

Swift Kick

Tribute to Taylor Swift. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 16 | 8 pm

Terra Spencer

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s Hotel, Brackley

June 17 | ??? pm

Patio Laughs Comedy Series

Featuring Tanya Nicolle, Michelle Petite and Matt Keenan. Upstreet Craft Brewing, Charlottetown

June 18 | 8 pm

FoSH: Kevin Chaisson & Friends

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 18 | 3 pm

Choral Fundraiser Concert

Featuring Spire Choir, Arioso, and Summerside Community Choir. Under the Spire, St. Mary’s, Indian River

June 18 | 8 pm

Dave & Jud Gunning

Father’s Day show. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 20 | 7 pm

We Are All Connected

Oshun Dance Studios with Reequal Smith. Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

June 20 | 8 pm

Al e Zappacosta

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 21 | 7:30 pm

Rumours

Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 21–Sept 2 (select dates)

MAGGIE

Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

June 22 | 8 pm

Nick Done

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s Hotel, Brackley

June 22 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: “Striped Shirt Bad”

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

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2023 Summer Festival

musical runs June 28–July 15.

The season continues with a family production, The Happy Prince, based upon the children’s short story by Oscar Wilde from August 10–19. This one-act Canadian musical is a timeless tale about friendship, compassion and the transforming power of selfless love. Performers include Caroline Burton, Rebecca Guilderson, Melissa MacKenzie, with accompaniment from Morgan Saulnier.

The Guild will also be presenting a Friday evening late night cabaret series entitled, Musical Mayhem. These performances will feature professional musical theatre talents, queer artists, local musicians, and will incorporate various themes within The Guild’s programming. Performances take place on select Friday at 7:30 pm from July 14–August 25.

intensives will be delivered by Artistic Director Christopher Wilson, a seasoned professional who has worked with most major post-secondary musical theatre training institutions within Canada. The two sessions will be offered from July 17–21 (ages 10–12), and August 21–25 (ages 13–16).

Visit theguildpei.com for programming and registration.

The Guild has announced their 2023 Summer Festival, a season of programming to both engage and entertain audiences of all ages, and contribute to Charlottetown’s rich performing arts landscape.

Under the artistic direction of Christopher Wilson, the season begins with Simply Sondheim, a musical celebration of the late Broadway composer, Stephen Sondheim. His musical works

have become an intrinsic part of the musical theatre canon and include productions such as Into The Woods, Company, A Little Night Music, Sweeney Todd, and Merrily We Roll Along. This musical revue will feature Sondheim’s compositions in an intimate cabaret setting. Performers include Jessica Gallant, Rebecca Guilderson, Hugh Ritchie, Braeden Woods, with accompaniment from Jennifer Cullen. The

As part of the summer season, The Guild will present the Ross Family Ceilidh, PEI’s non-traditional, traditional music show on Tuesday evenings from June 6–October 17, and Perfect Pairings, a Thursday evening music series produced by Rob Oakie that will feature a mix of emerging and well-known PEI artists, from June 29–August 31.

Finally, The Guild will be offering Broadway or Bust—a musical theatre community arts education program. Unlike other musical theatre camps in the local region, these two week-long

(top): Jessica Gallant, Braedon Woods, Rebecca Guilderson and Hugh Ritchie;

(bottom): Melissa MacKenzie, Caroline Burton, Morgan Saulnier and Christopher Wilson.

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River Clyde Pageant

Two new workshops and ticketing details announced

Review by Sean McQuaid

Let’s get farcical

Noises Off Florence Simmons Performance Hall Charlottetown, PEI May 6, 2023

Two additional workshops have been added to the 2023 workshop lineup for the River Clyde Pageant and members of the public are encouraged to take part. Workshops are an introduction to the Pageant creation process and are designed to support varying levels of commitment from drop-in participation to sustained engagement in the process and performances.

Puppeteer and designer Laura Stinson is joining this summer’s Pageant creative team and will be leading a drop-in design workshop on Saturday afternoons in New Glasgow, from June 10–July 15. Stinson will guide participants through step by step instructions for creating puppets and props that will be used in the 2023 River Clyde Pageant. Each session will focus on a particular design element: paper maché puppets and props, spruce root weaving, bird and bat puppets, and flag making. Participants can drop in to a single session, or join

West Moon auditions

Preview evening for ACT’s next play at Fox & Crow—June 8

ACT (a community theatre) is planning to stage West Moon by Al Pittman in late October at North Rustico’s Watermark Theatre and there are a dozen roles to be filled. A preview evening on June 8 will give people a taste of the play in advance of the auditions, which are scheduled for June 17–18.

Set in the graveyard of a Newfoundland outport which is being abandoned as part of the province’s resettlement strategy in the mid-1960s, the play bears an uncanny connection with the graveyard scene of ACT’s first production, Our Town. The characters

for the full series.

Andrea Ellis is back to lead the 2023 Pageant Choir. The Choir will learn and perform repertoire created by Pageant Music Director Garry Williams and community musicians within a separate workshop in early June, called Branching Out. Choir members will explore vocal technique, ensemble singing and outdoor “choralography.” Participants will meet weekly from late June to July 20 (dates and details at riverclydepageant.com).

Tickets for the River Clyde Pageant, which takes place July 27–30 and August 3–6, are highly sought after and break records each year for sell-out times. Tickets will be released online in two phases—on July 4 at 10 am and on July 5 at 7 pm. Pageant newsletter subscribers receive early access—to sign up for the newsletter and to learn more about upcoming workshops and volunteer opportunities, visit riverclydepageant.com.

One of my all-time favourite TV series is The Muppet Show (1976-1981, now on Disney Plus), in which the titular Muppets stage a wacky weekly theatrical variety show. Part of the series’ charm is its mix of on-stage performance and backstage hijinks, with the latter often matching or surpassing the former. PEI community theatre institution ACT’s first post-pandemic production, Noises Off, pushes similarly meta comedy buttons to good effect with its tale of a touring theatrical farce gone farcically wrong.

Originating as obscure one-act play Exits by British playwright Michael Frayn in 1977, the script was revised and expanded by Frayn into full-length comedic farce Noises Off in 1982. A very palpable hit scoring long runs in the West End and on Broadway, it’s become an oft-revived theatre staple around the world, repeatedly rewritten further by the oft-tinkering Frayn over the decades (and revised a bit further here by ACT to add local Maritime/ PEI references).

Allgood (Mike Mallaley) and their director Lloyd Dallas (Richard Haines). That’s a lot of balls to juggle cast-wise, and Noises Off director Keir Malone keeps them all in motion deftly; entrances, exits, blocking, pacing, energy, tone, slapstick physicality, his unified and adept ensemble has it covered.

But uniquely hearty kudos go to key crew like stage manager Sharon MacDonald, assistant stage managers Lindsay Schieck (full disclosure: this reviewer’s cousin) and Afton Mondoux, set designer/builder Garnett Gallant, set construction crew Cyril Armstrong and Greg Ellard, set coordinator Brian Matthie and assorted stagehands for the creation and management of one of the biggest, most elaborate and impressively detailed sets in the annals of PEI community theatre: the lavish Nothing On country home set, which flips around and reshuffles its components between acts to become an equally extensive backstage environment, both two-story structures with doors aplenty and fully functional stairs.

are dead. Once a year, on All Hallows Night, they have consciousness again; they recall their lives, and yearn to know what is happening in their village and in the lives of their families and friends.

The preview evening at UPEI’s Fox & Crow on June 8 will begin at 8 pm. Director Brian Collins will lead a readthrough of the script and share the plans for the production.

Auditions, using select readings from the script, will also be held (by appointment) at the Fox & Crow, June 17–18. There are a variety of parts, including two older women, four middle-aged men, an elderly man, a young man, a mid-30s woman, a pre-teen girl, and a narrating voice. Rehearsals will start at the end of June and get going in earnest by late August.

For information or to make an audition appointment, call 628-6778 or email robthomson@pei.sympatico.ca.

Noises Off follows a touring theatrical production of Nothing On, a none-too-clever naughty comedic farce set in a stately country home. We only ever see the first act of this plodding play-within-a-play, but we see it three times in the three acts of Noises Off: the last rehearsal before opening night, a subsequent matinee performance, and another performance late in the tour, each version worse than the last due to assorted personality clashes and backstage shenanigans. The result is a farce within a farce, a tasty theatrical turducken of a comedy.

Frayn’s slow-burn script takes its time getting to the good stuff. Act one’s rehearsal phase is only moderately, intermittently funny as it introduces both the characters and their doomed show; but it’s essential groundwork for bigger laughs to come, since seeing and hearing in exhaustive, borderline-tedious detail how Nothing On is supposed to look and sound makes it so much funnier when the show lurches ever more drastically off course in acts two and three.

Nothing On’s fractious cast includes Dotty Oatley (played here by ACT producer/publicist Marti Hopson), Garry Lejeune (Colin Hood), Freddy Fellowes (Noah Nazim), Selsdon Mowbray (Brian Collins), Brooke Ashton (Amanda Rae Donovan) and Belinda Blair (Laura Stapleton), plus understudies/stage managers Poppy Norton-Taylor (Amy Sobol) and Tim

It’s a testament to director Malone, producer Hopson, their crew and the show’s sponsors that this set exists at all, a remarkable feat of aesthetics, financing and engineering. It’s not without its drawbacks – the set transformation between acts is a lengthy, labor-intensive process which further stretches out an already long play— but it’s a dang impressive set all the same, the bravura highlight of a smart, polished, often laugh-out-loud funny production.

The Addams Family

Carrefour Theatre—June 4 & 5

Havenwood Studios will present a production of The Addams Family A New Musical by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice at the Carrefour Theatre on June 4 and 5. Showtime is 7:30 pm.

Based on the original characters by Charles Addams and music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, this musical comedy features an original story that is every father’s nightmare.

This production will feature a cast of Island performers.

Visit havenwooddance.ca for more information. Call 314-1800 for tickets.

The Carrefour Theatre is located at 5 Acadian Drive in Charlottetown.

DANIEL BROWN

The 2022 River Clyde Pageant

La Veillée au Village

Dinner theatre is back at Abram-Village starting in July

Village musical acadien will present the 2023 edition of La Veillée au Village dinner theatre in Abram-Village this summer. The show features comedy, music, singing, dancing and food, and will be presented in French every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday beginning July 11 and running through August. Showtime is 6:30 pm.

The 2023 troupe consists of fiddler Louise Arsenault, guitarist/singer Jonathan Arsenault, singer/musician Angie Arsenault, actor/musician Dawson Arsenault and actor/ musician Shane Arsenault.

Brother-sister duo Albert Arsenault and Hélène Bergeron are writing and directing the show again this year and they have added Rémi Arsenault and Sylvie Toupin to their musical and artistic direction team. Together, the team has opted to continue with the same style of show that has been used in recent years—a comedy and music revue they feel is a winning formula. An announcer will introduce the acts and present some funny commercials. There are also plans to incorporate additional video clips this year.

news THEATRE

Broadway or Bust

The Guild will be offering Broadway or Bust—a musical theatre community arts education program in Charlottetown. These two week-long intensives will be delivered by Artistic Director Christopher Wilson. The sessions will be offered from July 17–21 (ages 10–12), and August 21–25 (ages 13–16). Info/register: theguildpei.com

Georgetown Theatre Camps

Registration is open for Kids Theatre Camps running July 31–August 11 at Kings Playhouse in Georgetown. The first week is for kids ages 6–8. Weeks two and three are for kids ages 9–12. Info/ register: 652-2053, kingsplayhouse.com

With the talented vocalists in this year’s show, there will be more emphasis on the vocals and harmonies. Audiences can expect some traditional fiddle tunes and instrumental pieces, and the song selection will include contemporary selections and familiar pieces of various styles.

The evening will begin with the first two dinner courses, followed by the first half (about 45 minutes) of the show. Dessert will be served, followed by the final half of the show.

Tickets must be reserved or purchased in advance either online at villagemusical.ca or at the Village musical acadien reception desk.

Summer in Mont-Carmel

La Cuisine à Mémé and something new: café theatres

La Cuisine à Mémé is all set for a new summer season in MontCarmel, PEI. Presented by Productions Cuisine à Mémé, performances of La Cuisine à Mémé dinner theatre will take place July 14–15, 18–19, 28–29, and August 1–2.

There is something new coming to Mont-Carmel this summer as well: café theatres. These productions include 12 performances of the show La Wake à Gélas starting July 11, and the Angèle Arsenault tribute show, Y’a une étoile from August 8–12.

While they are able to maintain last year’s rates for La Cuisine à Mémé dinner theatre in spite of inflation and rising food costs, Paul D. Gallant, owner of Productions Cuisine à Mémé, explains that offering café theatres will provide a more affordable option while still

Kings Playhouse call for submissions

Submissions are open for the annual Fresh from the Island: A New Works Festival at Kings Playhouse in Georgetown. New writers and playwrights are invited to submit their work for the Festival, which will take place later this season. This is an opportunity for emerging playwrights to bring their work to a larger audience. Submissions will be accepted until June 16. Visit kingsplayhouse.com for more details.

including an ample snack with tea, coffee and bar service, rather than a full Acadian meal.

Visit productionsmeme.ca for tickets, deals and more information.

RAYMOND J. ARSENAULT

The cast of La Viellée au Village

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Acadian singer, songwriter, musician, actor and broadcaster Angèle Arsenault

PERFORMANCE music, theatre, dance, comedy…

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June 22 | 8 pm

Elton Songs: The Elton John Experience

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 23 | 7:30 pm

Abra Cadabra

A Tribute to the Music & Magic of Abba. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

June 23 | 8 pm

Katie McGarry

Tribute to Miranda Lambert. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 23–Sept 14 | Wed & Thu, 8 pm select Sat, 2 pm

Inside American PIE

Harmony House, Hunter River

June 24 | 7:30 pm

Sirens: Spark

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

June 24 | 7:30 pm

Emerging Songwriter’s Night: Benny Von + Abi

Hameline

Hosted by KINLEY. Copper Bottom Brewing, Montague

June 24 | 8 pm

JJ Roots

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s Hotel, Brackley

June 24 | 7 pm

Charlottetown Jazz

Ensemble

Jack Blanchard Hall, Charlottetown

June 24 | 7:30 pm

Gadelle

Souris Show Hall, Souris

June 24 | 8 pm

The Love Junkies Summer

Kick O

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 25 | 12–8 pm

DiverseCity Festival

Charlottetown

June 25 | 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm

Progressive Organ Recital

1:30 pm: St. Peter’s, Charlotteotwn

2:30 pm: St. Paul’s, Charlottetown

3:30 pm: St. Dunstan’s, Charlottetown

June 25 | 2 pm

The Island Jubilee

With special guests Mark Haines, Katie McGarry and Lester MacPherson. Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

June 25 | 7 pm

Kelly Mooney

Glenaladale Schoolhouse, Tracadie

June 25 | 7:30 pm

Elton Songs: The Elton John Experience

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

June 25 | 8 pm

Caroline Marie Brooks & Ben Kunder

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 27–July 8 | 12 pm

Mi’kmaq Stories of Rabbit & His Friends

The Mi’kmaq Heritage Actors. Confed Centre: Outdoor Amphitheatre, Charlottetown

Jun 27–Aug 26 | select dates/times

Steel Magnolias

Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

June 28 | 8 pm

James Mullinger

10 Years in Canada Comedy Tour. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 28–July 15

Simply Sondheim

A musical celebration. The Guild, Charlottetown

June 29 | 7:30 pm

The KP Cabaret

Featuring Tanya Davis, Treyla Parktrash, Reequal Smith, The Fascination Ladies and more. Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

June 29 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Nick, Tian & Neil

The music of Neil Young. The Guild, Charlottetown

June 29 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: The music of Joe Henderson

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

June 29 | 8 pm

The 19th Nervous Breakdowns

Tribute to Rolling Stones. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

June 30 | 7:30 pm

The Legacy Song Project: Sarah McInnis

Short film and live performance. The Guild, Charlottetown

June 30 | 7:30 pm

Dan Mangan

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

June 30 | 8 pm

Mike Biggar

Penzie’s Bistro at Shaw’s Hotel, Brackley

June 30, July 1, 2 | 8 pm

Gypsy

Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 1

Capital City Canada Day:

Coastal Vibes

Featuring 6 Hearts, Coyote, DeeDee Austin, Honey, I’m Home and more. Victoria, Charlottetown

July 1

Canada Day Concert

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

July 2 | 3:00 pm

Christina Bouey & Pierre

André Doucet

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

July 3–Sept 22 (select dates)

I’m Every Woman

The Mack, Charlottetown

July 3 | 8 pm

D.O.A. + Supercar + Cell

Deth

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 4, 5, 18, 19 | 7:30 pm

Catherine MacLellan: The Songs of Gene MacLellan

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

July 4–Aug 29 | Tue, 8 pm

Patrick Ledwell & Friend

With a weekly special guest. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 5–23 | select dates/times

Shirley Valentine

Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

July 6 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Calm Baretta & Talking Heads

The Guild, Charlottetown

July 6 | 8 pm

Island Jazz: “Old Friends” ft. Ross MacDonald with Ian Toms

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

July 6–8

Cavendish Beach Music Festival

July 6—Featuring Kane Brown, Jimmie Allen, Ashley Cooke, Jade Eagleson, Madeline Merlo, Carolina East, Adam Dolleac, Eric Ethridge, Skyamore, Brittany Kennell, Justin Fancy, and Jess and Tay.

July 7—Featuring Jake Owen, Mitchell Tenpenny, The Re ows, Megan Moroney, Tyler Braden, Alli Walker, Seaforth, Colby Acu , Peyton Porter, Swift Kick, and Mallory Johnson.

July 8—Featuring Chris Stapleton, Tenille Townes, Chance Beckham, Ashland Craft, CJ Solar, Kalsey Kulyk, The Steel Woods, George Birge, Teigen Gayse, Willie Stratton, Drew Gregory, and Melanie Morgan.

Cavendish Beach Festival Grounds

July 6–Sept 2 (select dates)

The Songs of Johnny & June

The Mack, Charlottetown

July 7

Irish Mythen

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

July 7 | 7:30 pm

Magician Patrick Drake

Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

July 7 | 8 pm

Honey, I’m Home

Tribute to Shania Twain. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 7–9

36th Annual PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival

Featuring High Fidelity, The Tommy Webb Band, Bluegrass Tradition, Oxbow Mountain Boys, Third Harmony, Blueroad, Janet McGarry Band, The Stiff Family, Bluestreak and more. Dundas Fairgrounds, Dundas

July 7–Aug 25 | select dates/times

Gaslight

Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

July 7–Sept 16 | Fri & Sat, 8 pm

The 27 Club

Harmony House, Hunter River

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The Charlottetown Festival

The Play That Goes Wrong

Full cast and creative team announced

from around the world, with HuffPost calling it, “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen.”

The Centre previously announced that Islanders Graham Putnam, Aaron Ryder and Dawn Ward-Dames will be starring in the show. Festival alumni Jay Davis, Jeremy Legat and Sweeney MacArthur are set to join them. Cast members making their Festival debut include Jamie McRoberts and Julius Sermonia.

The play is directed by Herbie Barnes, an accomplished playwright, performer, director and arts educator whose 30-year-career spans stages across North America. He is currently the artistic director of Young People’s Theatre in Toronto.

“I am thrilled to be coming to Charlottetown to work with this group of talented and hilarious artists,” he says. “This is theatre at its finest, what could possibly go wrong?”

What has been called “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen” by HuffPost is coming to The Charlottetown Festival this summer. Playing at Sobey Family Theatre, the Centre’s mainstage, The Play That Goes Wrong is a smash-hit comedy that has taken over Broadway and London’s West End. The Sherlock Holmes meets Monty Python production is a play within a play, telling the story of a failing theatre troupe trying

to put on a murder mystery.

The show is set during the opening night of the fictitious play The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), this masterpiece of malfunction is sure to bring down the house. The Play That Goes Wrong has garnered rave reviews

The Play That Goes Wrong run from June 14–September 23. To celebrate Father’s Day, patrons can get 35 percent off Tier 2 and 3 tickets for performances from June 15–July 8. The sale runs June 15–17through the Centre’s box office. Tickets can be purchased in-person, via phone at 1-800-565-0278, or online using the code fathersday23. This discount is valid on new purchases only and does not apply to opening night or preview performances. confederationcentre.com

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Charlottetown Festival rst-timers Julius Sermonia (left) and Jamie McRoberts, and alumnus Jay Davis join the cast

James Mullinger

10 Years in Canada Comedy Tour at Trailside—June 28

Comedian James Mullinger is bringing his 10 Years in Canada Comedy Tour to Charlottetown on June 28 with a performance at Trailside Music Hall.

James Mullinger was one of the UK’s top comedians and the Comedy Editor for GQ magazine when he moved to the Maritimes in 2014. Since his arrival, he has taken the country by storm—selling out shows across the country and making appearances on CBC’s The Debaters, film and television, festivals, award shows and stand up specials.

It is the British comedian’s tenth year living in Canada and after publishing his memoir (Brit Happens—Living The Canadian Dream), creating his own magazine (The Maritime Edit), and creating and starring in a New Brunswick sitcom (Brit Out of Water), Mullinger is back on the road with a full length stand up show sharing what he has learned about this special place over the past decade.

A Work in Progress

Gallery Co ee House—June 8

Irreverent, honest, unpredictable but always hilarious, James is a Canadian citizen now and the gloves are off.

trailside.ca jamesmullinger.com

Peter White

East Coast Comedy Spotlight—June 7

Steve Dylan Bits & Bites Comedy Series at bar1911—June 14

Canadian comedian Steve Dylan will perform at bar1911 in Charlottetown on June 14 as part of the Bits & Bites Comedy Series hosted by Tanya Nicolle. Special guests include local comedians Britt Campbell and Ryan Gallant.

Dylan is a six-time Canadian Screen Awardwinning writer whose credits include Still Standing, Last One Laughing Canada, Mr. D, The Jon Dore Television Show and This Hour Has 22 Minutes. The accomplished stand-up comedian has headlined from coast to coast to coast with appearances at Just for Laughs in Toronto and Montreal, the Halifax and Winnipeg Comedy Festivals, on CTV’s Joke or Choke, Comedy Now!, The Goods on CBC, SiriusXM and more.

Bits & Bites Comedy Series is one of PEI’s most popular standup nights. The series showcases a variety of

Patio Laughs

Third season for comedy series at Upstreet—June 17

comedians from around the East Coast, as well as touring and local pros. Showtime is 7:30 pm sharp. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Tickets are available at bar1911.com. tanyanicollecomedy.com

most unique acts from around Eastern Canada.

“Performing outdoors has its challenges, but it makes for a unique night of comedy; people love it,” says Tanya. This summer will feature a balance of different genders, marginalized populations, local and touring pros from all walks of life.

“We take pride in giving a platform for all kinds of voices. Different perspectives is what keeps comedy interesting.”

Join Tanya and New Brunswick acts Michelle Petite and Matt Keenan, as well as some local upcoming performers on June 17.

Tickets available at upstreet.ca. tanyanicollecomedy.com

PEI comedian Shawn Hogan brings his show, A Work In Progress, to the Gallery Coffee House & Bistro in Charlottetown on June 8 at 7 pm.

In this monthly show, Hogan continually hones old and new material in preparation of recording his debut comedy album in 2023.

Each month this show will be its own unique journey, with Hogan bringing many never before seen or heard stories and material to an intimate Gallery Coffee House audience. Visit thegallerypei.ca for tickets.

Comedian Shawn Hogan presents the East Coast Comedy Spotlight on June 7 at Trailside Music Hall in Charlottetown. Hosted by Hogan, the series features professionally touring East Coast comedians.

The June spotlight focuses on Peter White, a former This Hour Has 22 Minutes writer whose standup has been seen over 22 million times online.

Showtime is 8 pm. Tickets are available at trailside.ca.

Side Hustle

Improv at The Guild—June 9

Side Hustle improv will perform at The Guild in Charlottetown on April 14. Showtime is 7:30 pm.

Patio Laughs returns for its third season at Upstreet Craft Brewing in Charlottetown. Produced and hosted by local comedian Tanya Nicolle, this summer comedy series showcases a variety of different voices and perspectives as it curates some of the

Join the collective comedic team of Side Hustle as they bulldoze their musical, manic and maniacal way through audience suggestions, their hopes and dreams for a better future, and all things happy and hopeful. theguildpei.com

Comedian comedian Steve Dylan (pictured) will be joined local comedians Britt Campbell and Ryan Grant.

James Mullinger is celebrating a decade in Canada with a comedy tour stop on PEI.

Comedian Tanya Nicolle hosts outdoor comedy series this summer

Comedian Shawn Hogan

Comedy writer (This Hour Has 22 Minutes) and comedian Peter White

Kings Playhouse

A variety of entertainment

Small Halls closer, dance, drag, magic and more

Kings Playhouse in Georgetown has a variety of entertainment on offer this summer.

The Festival of Small Halls will present A Closing Fit for Kings with The Ennis Sisters, Inn Echo and Michael Pendergast on June 18.Tickets are selling fast.

The third annual Slice of Pride Rainbow Brunch will be held June 25. Attendees will enjoy entertainment and a multi-course brunch.

The artists in residence at the Playhouse through June are Oshun Dance Studios with Reequal Smith. The public is invited to attend free workshop presentations on June 15 at 6:30 pm and June 17 at 2 pm, and a final performance, We Are All Connected, on June 20 at 7 pm. We Are All Connected will explore the roots of cultural movement from the Caribbean and African Diaspora.

Kings Playhouse will welcome Magician Patrick Drake to the stage on July 7 and Rawlins Cross on July 16. Performances of The Wonder of it All will be held on July 28, 30, 31 and August 1.

The Playhouse will offer weekly events through July and August, including: Hauntings and History Walks on Tuesdays in Cardigan and on Wednesdays in Georgetown; The KP Cabaret, which features a rotation of entertainment ranging from singing, dancing, comedy, drag and more, on

Tim & Abi

Coronation Street stars in Summerside—June 6

Two of Coronation Street’s biggest stars are coming to Harbourfront Theatre in Summerside on June 6 to share stories from the cobbles and celebrate a personal milestone with their fans. Showtime is 7:30 pm.

Sally Carman-Duttine, who has won numerous awards for her portrayal of mechanic Abi Franklin Webster, and Joe Duttine, who plays the often-hilarious co-owner of Street Cars, Tim Metcalfe, were married in real life last July.

Find out all about this newlywed pair as they spill the tea about life on the set of the world’s longest-running soap opera.

StrollPro Coronation Street shows

select Thursdays; and High Teas on Sundays.

In addition, the Playhouse offerings this season include Art in the Gardens with Patrick Guindon, a monthly Kids Movie Series, chocolate making workshops all summer long with Peter Llewellyn, and art exhibitions on display in the Kings Playhouse Gallery. kingsplayhouse.com

are fast-paced and have lots of surprises for Corrie fans.

Produced by Stroll Promotions Ltd, and hosted by Neville MacKay. A limited number of VIP exclusive packages, which bundles best seats in the house with a meet-and-greet reception hosted by Sally and Tim Duttine, are available. strollpro.ca

(top–bottom): The Ennis Sisters, Inn Echo and Michael Pendergast

Joe Duttine (Tim Metcalf) and Sally CarmanDuttine (Abi Franklin)

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July 8, 9 | 8 pm

The Fabulously Rich

Tribute to The Tragically Hip. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 8, 15, 22, 29 | 7:30 pm

That’s The Island For Ya Deer!

Songs and Stories of the Island You

THOUGHT You Knew! Featuring Michael Pendergast and Shane Pendergst. Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

July 9 | 3 pm

Hard Times Orchestra

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

July 9–13 | 7:30 pm

Richard Wood: Through the Years

With Kimberley Holmes, Keelin Wedge, Skip Holmes, and Somerset Dancers. Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Charlottetown

July 10 | 7:30 pm

Alicia Toner

Monday Night Concert Series. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria

July 11–Aug 26 | 12 pm

Munschables

Confed Centre: Outdoor Amphitheatre, Charlottetown

July 11 | 8 pm

Lorne Elliot

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 11–Aug | Tue–Thu, 6:30 pm

La Veillée au Village

French dinner theatre. Village musical acadien, Abram-Village

July 11–Aug 5 | select dates, 6:30 pm

La Wake à Gélas

Mont-Carmel

July 13 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Rob & Croz

The music of David Crosby. The Guild, Charlottetown

July 13 | 8 pm

Nico Paulo + Lucy Farrell

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 13 | 8 pm

Island Jazz ft. Lucia Dostal

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

July 13, 20, 21, 27 | 7:30 pm

Highland Storm

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

July 14

Chaisson Night

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

July 14–Aug 2 | select dates, 6:30 pm

La Cuisine à Mémé

Mont-Carmel

July 14 | 7:30 pm

Archtype Trad

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

July 14 | 8 pm

Honey, I’m Home

Tribute to Shania Twain. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 14–15

Sommo Festival

Featuring Mumford & Sons, Maggie Rogers, Lord Huron, Vance Joy, Tegan & Sara, Charlotte Cardin, Grandson, Death from Above 1979, Allison Russell, Wild Rivers, Joel Plaskett Emergency, JJ Wilde, Yoke Lore, Ruby Waters, Crown Lands, Dear Rouge, Monowhales, Kiwi Jr, Brkn Love, Skye Wallace, Izzy Heltai, Housewife, Andrew Waite and Liam Corcoran. Cavendish Beach Festival Grounds

July 14, 21, 28 | 10:30 pm

Musical Hayhem

A Late Night Cabaret. The Guild, Charlottetown

July 15, 16 | 7:30 pm

Rawlins Cross

July 15: Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

July 16: Kings Playhouse, Georgetown

July 15, 16 | 8 pm

A Night of the Eagles

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 16 | 3:00 pm

Isidore Quartet

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

July 17 | 7:30 pm

Morgan Davis

Monday Night Concert Series. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria

July 17, 24, 31, Aug 7 | 7:30 pm

Fire In The Kitchen

Featuring Keelin Wedge & Christine Cameron (July 7), Louise Arsenault & Jonathan Arsenault (24), Mark Haines (31) and Gilbert Arsenault & Christine Gallant (Aug 7); plus guest step dancers. Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

July 18 | 8 pm

Patrick Ledwell & Friend

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 17–Aug 14 | Mon, 7 pm

Ebb & Flow

The Tides of Settlement on PEI. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

July 19 | 8 pm

Jimmy Swift Band + Grand

Theft Bus

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 20 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Nudie & Willie

The music of Willie Nelson. The Guild, Charlottetown

July 20 | 8 pm

Island Jazz World Tour

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

July 21 | 7:30 pm

Logan Richard

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

July 21–23

Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival

See ad on B3 or rollobay ddlefest.ca

Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival Grounds, Rollo Bay

July 22 | 7 pm

Oh Charlie!

Featuring Scott Chandler, Courtney Hogan and Norman Stewart. Florence Simmonds Performance Hall, Charlottetown

July 23 | 3:00 pm

The Happenstancers: Dreams-Bend

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

July 23

The Watermark Music Series

Music of Sarah Vaughn, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and more. Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

July 23 | 7:30 pm

The National Youth Orchestra of Canada

2023 Aurora Tour. Sobey Family Theatre, Charlottetown

July 24 | 8 pm

Tina - Simply The Best

Tribute to Tina Turner. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

July 24 | 8 pm

Queer AF - Pride Comedy Show

The Guild, Charlottetown

July 27 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Don, Brooke & Bruce

The music of Bruce Cockburn. The Guild, Charlottetown

July 27 | 8 pm

Island Jazz ft. Harmony

Wagner with Rob Drew

Baba’s Lounge, Charlottetown

July 27–30, Aug 3–6

River Clyde Pageant

New Glasgow

July 28 | 6:30 pm

Cabaret for Change: Pride Edition

Featuring Joce Reyome, Maggie Estey, Xclusiv Crew, Tristian Ginger and Wilma Checklear. The Guild, Charlottetown

July 28

Hauler

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

July 28 | 7:30 pm

It’s 5 O’clock Right Here! The Alan Jackson Experience

Featuring Aaron Halliday. Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

July 28–30

Pride Weekend

Are You There Margaret? It’s Me Gawd. Drag comedy featuring Uma Gawd. Ephemeral. Outdoor circus presented by Vague de Cirque. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria

July 29 | 7:30 pm

Jessica Gallant is Dolly Parton!

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

July 29 | 8 pm

Lady Soul

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

July 30 | 3:00 pm

Baroque Chamber Music with Guillaume Villeneuve and Bertrand Cuiller

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

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Cloggeroo

Annual summer festival celebrates its 10th year in August

Victoria Playhouse

Monday night concerts

The season begins with Morgan Toney—June 11

Victoria Playhouse has a decidedly tuneful edition of their Summer Festival planned for this year.

The season begins June 11 with Seaside Sets, a collaboration with the Festival of Small Halls. The evening will feature songs, tunes, jigs and reels with headliner Morgan Toney, who blends Cape Breton fiddle with the stories of his Mi’kmaq heritage.

The popular Monday Night Concert Series, featuring a lineup of primarily Maritime artists, will return July 10, kicking off with Alicia Toner. The Canadian Folk Music Award winner for Solo Artist of the Year has a voice that soars above it all. The stage will come alive with a night of blues music from by Morgan Davis on July 17. The Detroitborn, Nova-Scotia-based JUNO winner has over half a century of experience and is a legend in the industry. The lineup continues in August with Lorne Elliot (7), Andru Branch & Halfway Tree (14), Jeanie & Charles (21), and Jabbour (28).

Carlie Howell, accompanied by special invited guests each week. There will be songs and stories about trees, dancing, a participatory choir, and a clown with a chainsaw. Honour the fallen and cheer for the new growth together.

The folks at Cloggeroo are gearing up for their tenth annual summer music festival along the shores of the Brudenell River in Three Rivers, PEI. Nominated for Event of the Year at this year’s ECMAs, Cloggeroo will once again host some of Canada’s best musical talent over three days in August.

This summer’s lineup includes The Barr Brothers, The Mellotones, the Town Heroes, ECMA 2023 Award winner Adam Baldwin (Song of the Year) and his band the Jenny Wren, and Newfoundland’s Kellie Loder, winner of two ECMAs (Songwriter of the Year, Fan’s Choice Entertainer of the Year).

The Festival will also bring back sand sculptor “Mediocre” Abe Waterman this summer for live sand carving next to the Main Stage.

Cloggeroo always takes pride in showcasing Island artists. PEI’s KINLEY and Out from Under will both take to the Main Stage, along with the Festival’s new Under the Covers feature for late night dancing with well-known Maritime tribute bands, Wharf Rats (Grateful Dead) and The Fabulously Rich (The Tragically Hip). Sunday’s all blues show will be lively with Christine Campbell and Blake Johnston (2022 ECMA Blues Artists

of the Year) and their Black Market Band, plus Garrett Mason and Theresa Malenfant.

The pay-what-ou-can family-friendly Saturday afternoon returns once again with live music, food vendors, and craft beers and ciders, all alongside the Brudenell River. Once the music on the Main Stage is over for the night, campers can jump on the free festival shuttle vans, put on some headphones and dance ‘til the wee hours at the campground-exclusive Silent Disco with DJ DMayne Event and DJ VClay.

Cloggeroo is a non-profit organization and the festival is completely run by volunteers. Joining the action is a great way to experience the Festival— just ask repeat volunteers coming this year from all across PEI, around the Maritimes, and even as far as Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. Cloggeroo also has a Junior Volunteer Program, which allows high school students to earn credits for bursaries.

The Festival takes place this year from August 11–13.

For more information about the lineup, volunteering, tickets and camping, visit cloggeroo.com or follow Cloggeroo on FB, IG and Twitter.

The Tree Huggers Ball will take place on most Tuesday evenings at 7:30 pm throughout the summer, with dates set for July 11 and 18, and August 8, 15 and 22. These celebrations of PEI’s trees will be led by Jon Rehder with Reg Ballagh, Chris Gauthier and

The Jack Pine Folk Club

The Pourhouse—June 14

Once per month, Shane Pendergast hosts The Jack Pine Folk Club at the Pourhouse in Charlottetown. Featuring folk music and poetry from special guests, the event follows the traditions of coffeehouses of the ‘60s. This month’s event, taking place June 14, will feature Benj Rowland, Abi Hameline and Romy Munkres.

Born and raised in the Peterborough, ON area, Benj Rowland is the singer-songwriter and instrumentalist behind the well loved Canadian folk duo, Mayhemingways. Having toured across Canada many times as part of a band, Community Garden is Benj’s first solo album

This year Victoria Playhouse is honouring the sense of camaraderie and connection that music brings by ensuring everyone has a chance to experience it. Tickets for their concert series range in price, and the Tree Huggers Ball cabarets feature a pay-what-youfeel option.

Tickets: 1-800-902-2025; victoriaplayhouse.com

released under his own name. Recorded and produced by Joel Plaskett at his Dartmouth Studio, the album features a collection of songs that speak to small town Ontario and tell stories about the life of an independent Canadian musician.

Show starts at 7:30 pm, doors at 7 pm. Admission is cash only at the door.

BRIGITTE HENRY

Three of the many musical performers hitting the stage at the Cloggeroo Festival this year. (top): The Barr Brothers. (bottom): Kellie Loder and The Mellotones

SUBMITTED

Cape Breton Mi’kmaq ddler/singer Morgan Toney will lead the series in Festival of Small Halls’ Seaside Sets

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Benj Rowland (Mayhemingways) is one the featured performers in June

Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival

Back for a 47th year—July 21 to 23

The Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival, a family-friendly event dedicated to preserving the rich tradition of music in PEI, will hold its 47th annual celebration from July 21–23. As one of the longest-running festivals in the region, the Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival has grown exponentially over the past four decades, attracting top-notch performers and drawing music enthusiasts from around the world.

This year’s lineup will feature The Chaisson Family, Andrea Beaton, Troy MacGillivray, Rum Ragged, Shane Cook, Liz Carroll, Laura Cortese & The Dance Cards, Kindle and more.

The Festival kicks off on Friday with performances on the Main Stage from 5–8 pm, hosted by Julie Pellesier-Lush. The Here We Go Barn Dance, featuring the dynamic duo of Andrea Beaton and Troy MacGillivray, will commence at 8:30 pm. The festivities will continue into the night with the Trad Disco from 11–11:30 pm.

Saturday will be packed with activities and workshops. From 9 am–12 noon, music enthusiasts can participate in a variety of workshops. The day will also feature the Fiddlers 5K Run at 10 am and the popular Ceilidh Barn Stage performances, including the Tunes & Tales and the Tunewriter + Songwriter Circle with Liz Carroll, Andrea Beaton, Shane Pendergast and Laura Cortese from 12:30–4 pm. The Saturday Main Stage, hosted by JJ Chaisson, will showcase Shane Cook, Liz Carroll, Laura Cortese & The Dance Cards and Kindle from 5–8 pm. Later in the evening, the Here We Go Barn Dance will feature Dara Smith MacDonald and Adam Young.

On Sunday, attendees can enjoy morning music workshops, the Rollo Bay Cup (all ages soccer), and the Sunday Ceilidh Barn Stage, featuring performances by various artists, including the Rollo Bay Kitchen Group, Queens County Fiddlers,

Fano Fiddlers, Sara & James Nelson, The Receivers, and Anna Ludlow. The Sunday Main Stage, hosted by Nathalie Arsenault, will close the Festival with performances by Dara Smith MacDonald, Adam Young, Shane Pendergast, Richard Wood and 6 Hearts from 5–8 pm. The Festival will end with the Here We Go Barn Dance featuring Richard Wood and the Chaisson Family.

For those interested in honing their musical skills, the Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival offers a range of music workshops. Participants can learn from expert instructors in classes such as Wee Kids Beginner Fiddle, Intermediate Cape Breton Fiddle, Trad Guitar, Master Class, Square Dancing and more. Prices for the workshops range per class, with the Wee Kids class requiring participants to bring their own fiddles.

Info/tickets: rollobayfiddlefest.ca

LOUISE BICHAN

Rum Ragged (top), Shane Cook (middle), and Andrea Beaton and Troy MacGillivray (bottom) are a few of the entertainers featured at the Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival in July.

Island Artists at CBMF

Festival to showcase local talent in Canadian music

Emerging Songwriters Night

Hosted by KINLEY at Copper Bottom Brewing—June 24

Copper Bottom Brewing in Montague will present an Emerging Songwriters Night hosted by KINLEY on June 24 at 7:30 pm. The show will feature artists Benny Von and Abi Hameline.

Cavendish Beach Music Festival is shining the light on some of the newest faces in Canadian country music with the announcement of its 2023 RBCxMUSIC Emerging Artist Stage performers. The lineup includes over 10 performers from Atlantic Canada.

The Emerging Artist Stage will kick the Festival off on Thursday with performances by Halifax’s Farewell Town, Holland College’s SoPA students, and PEI natives, Ava & Lily, Down With Darby and Noah Malcolm.

The party will continue on Friday when rocker Elyse Aeryn, Nova Scotia’s Lookout Tower, Joe H Henry, Isabella Swanson and PEI musician Lawrence Maxwell take the stage.

Completing the lineup of Atlantic Canadians on Saturday will be singer-songwriter Cameron Nickerson, Old Time Fiddlers, The Lumber Jills and Islanders Brooke MacArthur, Joce Reyome and Nicolas Riel.

Taking place July 6–8, Cavendish Beach Music Festival presented by Bell will once again bring PEI’s coastal resort community to life with performances by the biggest names in country music. Ticket-holders will have the opportunity to experience three nights of live entertainment, including headlining performances by Kane Brown, Jake Owen and Chris Stapleton.

For the complete lineup and more details visit cavendishbeachmusic.com.

KINLEY is an indie-pop powerhouse, currently delivering the most compelling material of her decorated career. Daylight, her third full-length release, flows effortlessly from tropically tinged indie pop to affecting folk to driving dance music and much in between. KINLEY has earned multiple ECMA and Music PEI Awards and uses her platform to draw international awareness to causes close to her heart—particularly those focused on women’s rights and prosperity.

Benny Von is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter based in Charlottetown, PEI. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Mumford and Sons, City and Color and The Lumineers, his lyrics are personal and cutting, with melodies that stay stuck in one’s head for days. On stage, Benny captures the audience with enticing stories, heartfelt songs and comedic banter.

Abi Hameline grew up in Caledonia, PEI, soaking up the eclectic mix of 60’s and 70’s music handed down from her parents. Albums like Carole King’s Tapestry and Al Green’s Let’s Stay Together ignited her passion for music and singing. Working alongside producer Colin Buchanan, Abi has released two singles highlighting her voice and introspective songwriting. This is a 19+ event. Tickets can be purchased in the taproom or online via Eventbrite. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

left-right: Joce Reyome, Brooke MacArthur and Lawrence Maxwell

HOURGLASS VISUALS

KINLEY

PERFORMANCE

music, theatre, dance, comedy…

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July 30, 31 | 8 pm

Myles Goodwyn

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 1, 2, 22, 23 | 7:30 pm

Catherine MacLellan: The Songs of Gene MacLellan

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 8 pm

Patrick Ledwell & Friend

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 2–6

The Island Fringe Festival

Unconventional performances in unconventional venues. Charlottetown

Aug 2–27 | select dates

The Good Time Radio Variety Show

Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

Aug 3 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Joce & The Pointer Sisters

The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 3, 4, 5 | 7:30 pm

Highland Storm

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre, Summerside

Aug 4

Ashley MacIsaac

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

Aug 4, 11, 25 | 8 pm

Honey, I’m Home

Tribute to Shania Twain. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 5 | 8 pm

Bobcaygeon

Tribute to The Tragically Hip. The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 6 | 7:30 pm

The Watermark Music Series:

Rick Donair (Nick Done )

Classic Country & Western Night. Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

Aug 7 | 7:30 pm

Lorne Elliot

Monday Night Concert Series. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria

Aug 8, 15, 22

Tree Huggers Ball

Cabaret led by Joh Rehder with Reg Ballagh, Chris Gauthieer and Carlie Howell with invited guest. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

Aug 8–12 | 6:30 pm

Y’a une étoile

Mont-Carmel

Aug 10 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Nadia, Noah & Burt

The music of Burt Bacharach. The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 10 | 8 pm

Hot Fuss

vTrailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 10–12, 15–19 | 8 pm

The Happy Prince

The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 11

Dave Gunning

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

Aug 11–13

Cloggeroo Music Festival

See ad on B32 or cloggeroo.com.

Georgetown, Three Rivers

Aug 11, 18, 25

Musical Hayhem

A Late Night Cabaret. The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 14 | 7:30 pm

Andru Branch & Halfway Tree

Monday Night Concert Series. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria

Aug 16 | 8 pm

The Ellis Family Band and Fiddlers’ Sons

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Aug 17 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Lawrence & Alan

The music of Alan Jackson. The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 17 | 8 pm

Séan McCann

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 18, 19, 20 | 8 pm

Craig Fair presents: A Kind of Magic - A Night of Queen

Featuring Joce Reyome, Brandon Howard Roy and Josée Boudreau. Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 20 | 7:30 pm

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy

Harbourfront Theatre, Summerside

Aug 20 | 7:30 pm

The Watermark Music Series: Brad Milligan Band

Music from The Beatles, Eagles, Bruce Springsteen, and more. Watermark Theatre, North Rustico

Aug 21 | 7:30 pm

Jeanie & Charles

Victoria Playhouse, Victoria

Aug 24 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Catherine & Joni

The music of Joni Mitchell. The Guild, Charlottetown

Aug 25

Mary Frances Leahy

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

Aug 26

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

Aug 27 | 8 pm

Bryan Potvin & Kevin Kane

Trailside Music Hall, Charlottetown

Aug 28 | 7:30 pm

Jabbour

Monday Night Concert Series. Victoria Playhouse, Victotria

Aug 30–Sept 3

Empire of the Sun

With Tetsuro Shigematsu. Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

Aug 31 | 7:30 pm

Perfect Pairings: Brielle & Norah

The music of Norah Jones. The Guild, Charlottetown

Sept 1, 2

6 Hearts

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout, Souris

Sept 6–17

Shirley Valentine

Victoria Playhouse, Victoria-by-the-Sea

Under the Spire Music Festival

Community events

Open house, ceilidhs, listening hours and more

Featuring over 30 concerts and community events, the 2023 Under the Spire Music Festival (USMF) season will see the return of some Festival favourites, as well as new performers and emerging artists. Having previously announced its 2023 season concerts, USMF is now releasing its schedule of community events being offered at Historic St Mary’s from June to September.

The Festival will host an Open House on June 10 at 1 pm, featuring a free concert with Lovely Nelly and strawberry shortcake.

USMF is re-launching Spire Choir for a Choral Fundraiser concert on June 18 at 3 pm. The event will also feature the Summerside Community Choir and Arioso.

The popular Open Stage event, which welcomes anyone to St. Mary’s to perform in their favourite genre on a world-class stage, will be held this year on July 22 at 3 pm. It will be hosted by Noah Malcolm.

Making its debut in 2022, the Pride Ceilidh will return this year on July 25 at 7:30 pm. It will feature artists Julie Bull, Keelin Wedge, Brandon Howard Roy and more.

The Acadian Traditions Ceilidh, which also debuted last year, will make its return August 19 at 7:30 pm and

Legacy Song Project

will feature artists Christina Haldane, Carl Philippe Gionet and more.

This season, from Tuesday through Thursday from 12 noon–5 pm, visitors are encouraged to bring their favourite albums, song suggestions or composers to Community Listening Hours and USMF staff will play them through their world-class sound system.

All concerts and events take place in Historic St. Mary’s on Hamilton Road in Indian River. Visit underthespire.ca or call 836-4933 for the full schedule, ticketing and more details.

Indigenous History Month

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. These are opportunities for all Canadians to celebrate and learn about the unique culture, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It is a time to honour the stories, achievements and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada.

Canadians can get involved and discover stories, traditions and cultures, explore the past and honour the truth, learn more about present-day communities, and show their support.

In June, individuals, communities and organizations will showcase First Nations, Inuit and Métis historic figures, leaders and cultures on social media using #NIHM2023. Visit rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca for weekly themes, resources, maps and more. On PEI, L’nuey promotes and shares information about Mi’kmaq language, history and culture.

The Legacy Song Project: Atlantic Chapter will be on stage at The Guild in Charlottetown on June 30 at 7:30 pm. Doors open at 7 pm.

Featuring the profound stories of

eight Atlantic Canadians, The Legacy Song Project: Atlantic Chapter is an exploration of death, dying, grief, loss and love, through the transformational lenses of documentary film and songwriting. Songwriter Sarah McInnis, and filmmakers Aly Kelly and Pat LePoidevin, teamed up to interview four individuals at end-of-life and four who have lost loved ones, representing all four Atlantic provinces.

In this evocative short film and live musical performance, they capture stories about the universal experiences of loss and how songwriting can be used as a bridge to connect with loved ones, past and present.

With a special interest in death and dying, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and storyteller Sarah McInnis began The Legacy Song Project in April 2021, writing original songs for folks at the end-of-life and for folks who have lost loved ones. From her home in Port Williams, NS, she has had the privilege to write songs for people from across Canada and is thrilled to be able to bring the Atlantic Chapter to Charlottetown.

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Lovely Nelly will perform a free concert at the Open House in June

Songwriter and storyteller Sarah McInnis

Picture Yourself in a Riot Rick Sparkes + The Enablers

relationship between a father and a son,” explains Sparkes. “I’m not sure to what extent the songs reflect the specifics of this experience, but I think they all, in their own ways, attempt to reclaim something that’s been irrevocably lost.”

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relatable single about feelings of futility that was released a few years ago but found its home on Offerings. “All I Want Mama” and “Heavy Metal and Cocaine” show the artist’s inclination towards blues-based rock.

Offerings is available at Clows in North Wiltshire, and Back Alley Music and Dundee Arms in Charlottetown.

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John MacAllar

“I Wonder”

What do Icarus, the Great Gatsby, and famed Canadian painter Tom Thomson have in common? They all make an appearance on Rick Sparkes + The Enablers’ new album, Picture Yourself in a Riot

The album, released in May and available on all streaming platforms, follows the PEI band’s 2021 Music PEI Award-winning and ECMA-nominated album Pleasure in the Pathless Woods.

According to Sparkes, the album explores new territory both lyrically and musically. In addition to its diverse musical exploration, Sparkes says that many of the songs were written during a particularly difficult period.

“When he died just before the pandemic hit, I hadn’t seen or spoken to my father in nearly 20 years, and in the months that followed, I found myself in this weird phase of mourning. I felt like I should have been grieving the loss of a loving parent and not riding these waves of anger and regret because we had sort of cheated one another out of that basic, fundamental

PEI singer-songwriter John MacAllar recently released his new album Offerings

The album was written and arranged by MacAllar, who recorded the foundation for most tracks with bassist Ronnie Switzer (Haywire). Fleshing out the sound were Patrick Allen, Steve MacNeil, Claire Gallant, Ian Toms, Chris Corrigan, Sean Kemp, Todd MacLean, Sean Ferris and Mike Stratton. Producer Jon Matthews (Sound Mill Studio) also played on the album and melded everything together—showing a knack for snappy ear candy on “Day by Day” and subtlety on the ballad, “Life Song.”

The opening song “Stargazin” features the sounds of nature and places the listener in MacAllar’s reflective headspace. “Chasin My Tail” is a

Rising country singer-songwriter Brooke MacArthur released the heartfelt ballad “I Wonder” in May. It is available on streaming platforms.

The PEI artist has a unique sound and love for storytelling. “I Wonder” delves into the complexities of heartbreak and the lingering curiosity that arises when an ex moves.

“I believe this song is a powerful reminder that moving on is never easy, especially when you feel like you’re being replaced. I’m sure many people have experienced the feeling of pain or confusion after realizing someone you thought would always be there for you has moved on, so I hope people can connect to this song and can be reminded that they are not alone.”

MacArthur’s love for songwriting started in her late teens, writing relatable lyrics that speak about the truths in relationships. She has collaborated with songwriters in Nashville and Calgary and has spent the last few years working with CCMA and JUNO Award-winning producer, Jason Barry, who produced “I Wonder.”

MacArthur will be performing her new music on PEI this summer at Cavendish Beach Music Festival and Rock the Boat Festival.

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Brooke MacArthur

Harmony House

Rockin’ summer vibes

Two mainstage shows plus music in The Lounge

The Guild

Perfect Pairings

Summer music series begins June 29

This summer marks the launch of Perfect Pairings, The Guild’s summer music series on Thursday evenings from June 29–August 31.

Produced by Rob Oakie, Perfect Pairings matches PEI artists with iconic artists. Each show will feature interpretations of the iconic artist’s catalogue for half of the show, with the other half featuring a selection of the PEI artists’ original songs.

The lineup includes a mix of emerging and well-known PEI artists, and the list of iconic artists is a veritable trip down memory lane. Some are celebrations of recently passed artists like Burt Bacharach, Anita Pointer (The Pointer Sisters) and David Crosby, and others like Neil Young, Norah Jones and Talking Heads.

Harmony House has a thrilling summer lineup in store for both locals and visitors. Located in Hunter River, 20 minutes outside Charlottetown, Harmony House has become known for its world class live music concerts and top notch food in their licensed downstairs lounge. Local artists, locally sourced food.

Inside American Pie will return for its third and final summer after two successful sellout runs. This unique docu-concert dives deep into the meaning of the classic Don MacLean song, “American Pie.“ Using this staple of American songwriting, Mike Ross, Alicia Toner, Brielle Ansems, Greg Gale and Kirk White take the audience on a ride through the thrill and turbulence of the 1960s trying to explain the meaning behind the cryptic lyrics of one of the greatest songs of all time.

Running alongside Inside American Pie will be Harmony House’e newest offering—The 27 Club. Harmony House investigates one of the strangest mysteries in all of rock and roll... why did so many iconic artists of the 20th century die at aged 27? Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison, Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain and many more. Is it fame? Money? The Saturn Return? A multi-talented group of Island artists celebrate the music of these gone-too-soon icons and try to get to the bottom of one of rock and roll’s enduring mysteries.

On Tuesdays all through the summer, Harmony House will offer a live, solo artist series downstairs in The Lounge—”the cosziest room on

PEI”—during dinner service. This pay-what-you-can series features musicians like Joce Reyome, harpist Caedda Enright, David LaRonde, Shane Pendergast and many more.

Harmony House’s unique brand of presentation has been embraced by audiences from near and far. Intimate and epic at the same time, its mix of information and soulful interpretation has been thrilling audiences round every turn.

Inside American Pie runs Wednesdays and Thursdays evenings with matinees on select Saturdays all summer (from June 23) and The 27 Club runs Fridays and Saturdays (starting July 7). Because of its small size shows sell out very quickly. Visit harmonyhousepei.com for all details about shows, dinner, tickets and artists.

Kicking off Perfect Pairings on June 29 are Nick, Tian & Neil. Two longtime friends and playing partners, Nick Gauthier and Tian Wigmore, will take on the music of one of their primary influences, the iconic Canadian artist, Neil Young. Young’s career started over 50 years ago in Winnipeg and has produced huge hits like “Ohio,” “Harvest Moon,” “Heart of Gold” and “Old Man,” while releasing both solo and band albums with Buffalo Springfield, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, Crazy Horse and multiple other projects.

Gauthier is the recipient of the 2023 Music PEI Musician of the Year Award and a first-call session musician. He has toured across Canada, the US, UK and Europe with multiple artists. He currently plays guitar with Catherine MacLellan, Andrew Waite and Joce Reyome, to name a few.

Wigmore was the recipient of ECMA Indigenous Album of the Year for his debut album War Horses in 2017 and he won the 2016 Music PEI Musician of the Year Award. Wigmore was a sought-after side musician for many PEI artists and was part of Tim Chaisson and Morning Fold for many years, touring across North America.

Tian and Nick began playing together as teenagers and have developed a unique synergy when performing on stage together.

Perfect Pairings continues in July with Calm Baretta & Talking Heads (July 6), Rob & Croz (July 13), Nudie & Willie (20), and Don, Brooke & Bruce (27). The August lineup includes Joce & The Pointer Sisters (August 3), Nadia, Noah & Burt (10), Lawrence & Alan (17), Catherine & Joni (24), and Brielle & Norah (31).

All concerts take place at 7:30 pm. The Guild is located at 111 Queen Street in Charlottetown. For tickets and more, visit theguildpei.com.

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Tian Wigmore (left) and Nick Gauthier will perform the Music of Neil Young

Inside American Pie’s is back for a third and nal run, beginning on June 23, featuring (clockwise from top-left) Mike Ross, Alicia Toner, Kirk White Brielle Ansems and Greg Gale

Ross Family Ceilidh

Performances at The Guild and Clinton Hills

The Ross Family Ceilidh returns this month with performances running in Charlottetown and Clinton.

Featuring Stephanie Ross (vocals, guitar, bodhran, percussion, dance), Danielle Ross (vocals, fiddle, dance); and Johnny Ross (piano), this long-running show has new content and an optional preshow dinner at the Clinton Hills location this season.

Celebrating PEI’s traditional and contemporary roots music; bolstered by fiddle and stepdancing, the group’s originality and entertaining, yet heartfelt delivery, connects with audiences.

Carefully crafted arrangements help make the unearthed traditional material their own, while preserving its core keeps the music as pure as when their Celtic and Acadian forebears played it years ago. The show combines modern content with original songs, dancing and more.

With performances scarce during the pandemic, the group found that the downtime presented them with an opportunity to build on over

PEI Bluegrass Festival

Early bird tickets available until June 15

fifteen years of shows and come back stronger. They restudied their craft and created new material in preparing their 2023 concerts.

Shows will take place every Tuesday from June 6–October 17 at The Guild in Charlottetown.

The Clinton Hills dates include Wednesdays in June (14, 21, 28), and select Mondays and Wednesdays in July (3, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31), August (2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 30), and September (6, 11, 20). rossfamily.ca

Tickets are now available for the 36th annual PEI Bluegrass & Old Time Music Festival with early bird special prices available until June 15. The Festival will be held once again at the Dundas Fairgrounds, Dundas, PEI from July 7–9.

In addition to headline performers from the United States, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island’s bluegrass scene will be represented by the Janet McGarry Band, The Stiff Family, and Bluestreak who will be performing a number of sets throughout the festival. Other Island bands on the program are Heartfelt Bluegrass, SK Bluegrass and Just Grass.

This year’s headline performers from the USA are High Fidelity and The Tommy Webb Band.

High Fidelity were nominated for the International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA) New Artist of the Year in 2019. Their sound is influenced by the bluegrass stars of the 1950s and

60s such as Don Reno & Red Smiley, The Stanley Brothers, The Louvin Brothers, and Jim & Jesse.

Tommy Webb is from Langley, Kentucky. He performed with Clyde Bowling and the Southern Bluegrass Boys before starting The Tommy Webb Band in 2005. Tommy sings lead, tenor, and guitar is his main instrument, but for an eager crowd he will always pull out the old time claw hammer banjo.

Nova Scotia is represented at this year’s festival by Bluegrass Tradition, featuring Trevor Boutilier and Karen DeCoste, and by the Oxbow Mountain Boys from the Annapolis Valley.

The Festival welcomes two bands from New Brunswick this year: Third Harmony who have been part of the NB bluegrass scene since 2015, and Blueroad, a newly-formed group of young musicians.

Ticket information and festival details are available at peibluegrass. ca/tickets or by calling 902 566-2641

Wednesday from June 28–August 30 and at the Stanley Bridge Hall every Thursday from June 29–September 30.

Audience members will enjoy an evening of Celtic and Maritime music, fiddling, stepdancing and plenty of amusing stories. Shane Pendergast (vocals, guitar) and Andy Doucette (fiddle) complete the band, and Veronica Murray is the featured stepdancer. As always, Island strawberries and ice cream are available at intermission.

Michael Pendergast and “Uncle”

Tom McSwiggan will begin their 26th season of hosting ceilidhs later this month. Family-friendly entertainment with a distinctive PEI flavour will be showcased at the Malpeque Hall every

Doors open at 7 pm. Ceilidhs run from 7:30–9:30 pm. Admission is cash only. Malpeque Hall is located at 2197 Route 20 in Malpeque and Stanley Bridge Hall is located at Route 6 and Route 224 (4897 St Marys Road), in Stanley Bridge.

Info: 836-4310

Stephanie, Johnny and Danielle—The Ross Family

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Janet McGarry (left), Bluestreak (top-right) and The Sti Family are PEI’s featured performers

Mike & Tom 26th year hosting ceilidhs

The Malpeque Ceilidh

The Island Jubilee

Season nale explores life during the 1870’s through song

The Island Jubilee caps its inaugural season at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall on June 25 at 2 pm with special guests Katie McGarry, Lester MacPherson, and featured entertainer and storyteller Mark Haines.

The season finale will be a special celebration for the 150th Anniversary of PEI’s entry into Confederation. It will explore the trials, hopes, dreams and the Island way of life during the 1870’s. These Island stories will be woven together with Canadian classics written by Gordon Lightfoot, Anne Murray, Ian & Sylvia Tyson, Murray McLauchlan and more.

Mark Haines will be curating these stories and songs for the show.Mark is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and storyteller who enjoys a roots approach to all his music.

He is well versed in folk, rock ’n roll, R&B, gospel and Celtic styles, with his latest foray being into the world of jazz swing.With a career spanning over 50 years, Mark brings a wealth of world experiences, stories and down home charm to the show.

Katie McGarry is a singer/songwriter from Iona, PEI and has been writing and sharing her songs with audiences for over a decade. Her

The Chaisson’s Ceilidh

The Chaisson’s Ceilidh will run all summer long on Wednesday evenings beginning June 28 at the historic Stanley Bridge Hall.

Join Kevin Chaisson and Louise Chaisson-MacKinnon, with fiddler Sheila MacKenzie, champion stepdancer Taylor MacBeath and host Marsha Weeks for a celebration that connects traditional music from Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Island. Audience members can expect an evening of music complete with stories, fiddling, laughter, song and stepdancing.

influences draw on classic country and folk to pop and blues. Her most recent work is her involvement in Charlottetown folk-pop band, the Moneygoround, and the Miranda Lambert tribute shows.

Lester MacPherson’s love of country music is as genuine as his love of the Island. Lester is proud of his roots in Glenmartin, PEI and traditional country music is what kept him connected to his roots. For over 50 years, it is those deep roots that he continues to carry with him on stage.

The musical support for each show is the Island Jubilee house band, featuring Thomas Webb, Bobby McIsaac, Courtney Hogan-Chandler and Johnny Ross along with co-hosts Nudie, Janet McGarry and Serge Bernard.

The Island Jubilee’s new season will launch in October 2023.

A guitar raffle autographed by Island Jubilee stars will be drawn at this show.A portion of the admission fee also supports Holland College’s School of Performing Arts.

Tickets at Ticketpro.ca or at the box office in person or by phone at 8946885 weekdays from 12–4 pm. islandjubilee.com

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(left–right): Katie McGarry, Lester MacPherson and Mark Haines

The Chaisson’s Ceilidh takes place at Stanley Bridge Hall, 4897 St. Mary’s Road, Stanley Bridge. Doors open at 7 pm with the ceilidh at 7:30 pm. Visit peiceilidhs.com for tickets and more.

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Fiddler Sheila MacKenzie

WALK/RUN

Points East Lighthouse Run/ Relay

The 7th annual Points East Lighthouse Run/Relay is ready to roll again on June 10. An 8 am start for the relay teams from East Point Lighthouse takes participants along a 29.4 kilometre run course into Souris Lighthouse on MacPhee Avenue. The hardy solo runners will leave East Point at 8:30 am. The Committee will once again host the Wrap up and Social after the relay at Julie and JJ Chaisson’s Fiddling Fisherman LookOut. Visit peilighthouserun.com for more info and to enter a relay team (minimum of two, maximum of four members) or run the race as a solo event.

Lady Slipper Walk

The Tracadie Good Neighbourly Club invites the public to the annual Lady Slipper Walk on June 25. Meet at the Tracadie Community Centre on Station Rd at 2 pm. The group will walk along the Confederation Trail to a secluded location where there are plenty of Lady Slippers. There is no charge to attend.

Kidney Walk PEI

The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to reducing the burden of kidney disease. Since 1964, their fundraising campaigns have allowed them to contribute to research, and to provide services to individuals living with chronic kidney disease and related conditions. The annual Kidney Walk PEI Stronger Together events will be held in September to raise funds and awareness for The Kidney Foundation Atlantic Branch. Walk with friends and family to help support those living with kidney disease in our community. There will be entertainment and refreshments. The annual walk will take place in Charlottetown on September 9 beginning at Victoria Park Pavilion (Victoria Park Hwy) and in Summerside on September 16 beginning at Credit Union Place (511 Notre Dame St). Registration is at 10 am followed by the walk at 11 am for both locations. Info/register: kidneywalk.ca, velta.tomsons@kidney.ca

Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre

Summer series announced

Island culture, history, stories and song

The Scott MacAulay Performing Arts Centre at the College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada has announced their summer lineup, including three distinct shows that promote Island culture, history, stories and songs.

Highland Storm is an evening of Celtic music and dance that will captivate the audience and transport them back to a pivotal time in PEI over 250 years ago, when three ships—the Annabella, the Edinburgh and the Falmouth—arrived having carried families from their homeland in Scotland to a new land with little more than the clothes on their backs.

Highland Storm is the story of the Scots arriving on PEI and a reimagining of their first year on the Island. Directed by Peter Gallant, the show is performed by the College’s instructors and students, and features fiddler Gilbert Arsenault and vocalist Christine Gallant. Highland Storm runs on select dates from July 13–August 5.

That’s The Island For Ya Deer! Songs and Stories of the Island You THOUGHT You Knew! featuring Mike Pendergast and Shane Pendergast runs July 8, 15, 22 and 29. This show is quintessential PEI and features the songs behind the stories and the stories behind the songs—an evening full of musical curves and detours.

“There’s a real range of emotions in the songs that we have chosen for this show. From goofy songs to tender ballads—a healthy mix of laughter and tears,” notes Shane Pendergast.

Through the Years

Richard Wood show returns to Florence Simmons in July

Richard Wood: Through the Years returns to Florence Simmons Performance Hall from July 9–13. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Five-time ECMA and multi-Music PEI Award recipient Richard Wood, has sold out audiences around the world with his traditional and fiery brand of Celtic music. Richard Wood:

As Mike Pendergast explains, “The Island is a pretty special place so we let its charms take centre stage. It is a place that still surprises people whether from here or from away.”

Fire In The Kitchen is an evening of PEI fiddling, songs and stories from the heart of the home—the kitchen. This fiery party will feature a different PEI fiddle master for each show along with a guest singer-songwriter and storyteller. Rounding out the cast is the house band—Roland Beaulieu (guitar), Tanya Bernard (keyboard), Deryl Gallant (bass), Max Gallant (drums) and two guest step dancers each night.

The lineup of guests includes: Keelin Wedge and Christine Cameron (July 17), Louise Arsenault and Jonathan Arsenault (July 24), Mark Haines (July 31) and Gilbert Arsenault and Christine Gallant (August 7).

Info/tickets: collegeofpiping.com

Through the Years is a heart-pounding live concert harmoniously entwined with stories, songs and slow airs, all woven to a backdrop of archival footage spanning Wood’s 30-year career. From dedications to live-concert and awards-show footage, Through the Years is a trip through time, and full of nostalgia and pure joy.

Wood will be joined by Keelin Wedge (guitar/bass), Kimberley Holmes (piano), Up Home Tonight’s Skip Holmes (guitar/bouzouki), and Somerset dancers, Alexis MacLaren and Isla Rousseaux-Bridle.

The Performance Hallis located at 140 Weymouth Street in Charlottetown. Tickets are available at rwood.ca or by calling 1-888-312-9090.

Mike (left) and Shane Pendergast will be on stage together for four shows in July

MUSIC ONGOING

ceilidhs, dances, sessions…

Assumption Parish Ceilidh

A ceilidh takes place every third Sunday of the month from 2-4 pm at Assumption Parish Hall in Stratford. A 50/50 draw, tea and light refreshments are included with admission. Proceeds go to Our Lady of the Assumption Parish. Hosted by Assumption Knights of Columbus and Assumption Catholic Women’s League. 145 Stratford Road, Stratford.

Blues Jam at Baba’s Plain Dirty Blues band plays at Baba’s Lounge on the last Saturday of each month from 5:30–8 pm. June 24 will be the last jam until after summer break. Admission is by donation. Follow Plain Dirty Blues on FB for updates. 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

The Chaisson’s Ceilidh

Join Kevin Chaisson and Louise Chaisson-MacKinnon, with fiddler Sheila MacKenzie, champion stepdancer Taylor MacBeath and host Marsha Weeks for a celebration that connects traditional music from PEI and Cape Breton. The evening of music is complete with stories, fiddling, laughter, song and stepdancing. The ceilidhs will run all summer long on Wednesday evenings beginning June 28 at the historic Stanley Bridge Hall. Doors open at 7 pm; showtime is 7:30 pm. 4897 St. Mary’s Rd, Stanley Bridge. peiceilidhs.com

Dunsta nage Ceilidh

The Dunstaffnage Ceilidh is held on the first Sunday of each month at 7 pm at the Dunstaffnage School Centre. Hosted by Road Masters Band and guest entertainers. There is a 50/50 draw. Admission at the door. 13529 St. Peter’s Rd, Dunstaffnage. 626-1698

Got Blues Matinee

Blues matinee with Chris Roumbanis, Reg Ballagh, Mike Robicheau and special guest(s) from 2–4 pm. The sedond set is always an electric blues jam. Upcoming guests are: singer Annette Drapeau from NS & keyboardist/saxophonist Todd MacLean (June 10); Season Finale with singer Amanda Jackson & singer/guitarist Roland Beaulieu(24). Dali Café, 155 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Ceilidhs at the Irish Hall

The Benevolent Irish Society’s Ceilidhs at the Irish Hall will feature Dr. Zoo with Randal Arsenault and Morgan Wagner (June 2); Tip ‘Er Back with Allan Betts, Clive Currie and Wade Murray (9); Fiddlers’ Sons with Eddy Quinn, John B. Webster and Allison Giggey (16); Salt Water Dollies with Keelin Wedge and Christine Cameron (23); The Irish Scots with Maxine MacLellan, Norman Stewart and Courtney Hogan-Chandler. Shows

start at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm. Tickets at eventbrite.ca or at the door. 582 North River Road, Charlottetown.

Island Jazz

Island Jazz takes place on Thursdays at Baba’s Lounge. Top local musicians perform original music, standards,jazzand pop favourites. Each show features a different group and two sets starting at 8 pm. Admission is by donation. Lineup: Spencer Soloduka with Kehzia Collie (June 1); “Folk Jazz” with Jordan Taylor Trio (8); Sara Campbell (15); “Striped Shirt Band” (22); The music of Joe Henderson (29); “Old Friends” Ross MacDonald with Ian Toms (July 6); 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Malpeque Hall Ceilidh

Now entering their 26th season, Michael Pendergast and “Uncle” Tom McSwiggan‘s ceilidh at Malpeque Hall will begin June 28. Family-friendly entertainment with a distinctive PEI flavour will be showcased every Wednesday from 7:30–9:30 pm until August 30. Enjoy an evening of Celtic and Maritime music, fiddling, stepdancing and stories. Shane Pendergast (vocals, guitar) and Andy Doucette (fiddle) complete the band, and Veronica Murray is the featured stepdancer. Island strawberries and ice cream are available at intermission. Doors open at 7 pm. Admission is cash only. 2197 Rte 20, Malpeque. 836-4310

Music at the Corner

Music at St Lukes Hall takes place on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Music by the Kitchen Party Band featuring Kevin Kelly, Orville Rogers, Dale Howard, Ray Arsenault and Robbie Thibideault, along with special guests and emcee Perry Batten. Admission is at the door. 1020 O’Leary Rd, O’Leary.

Ross Family Ceilidh

A celebration of PEI’s traditional and contemporary roots music presented through song and story; bolstered by fiddle and stepdancing. This long-running show has new content and optional preshow dinner at Clinton Hills location. Featuring Stephanie Ross (vocals, guitar, bodhran, percussion, dance), Danielle Ross (vocals, fiddle, dance); and Johnny Ross (piano). Shows take place every Tuesday from June 6–October 17 at The Guild in Charlottetown (111 Queen St). The Clinton Hills (123 Harding Creek Rd) dates include Wednesdays in June (14, 21, 28), and select Mondays and Wednesdays in July (3, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31), August (2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 30), and September (6, 11, 20). rossfamily.ca

Schooner Sessions

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

Stanley Bridge Hall Ceilidh

Now entering their 26th season, Michael Pendergast and “Uncle” Tom McSwiggan‘s ceilidh at Stanley Bridge Hall starts on June 29. Family-friendly entertainment with a distinctive PEI flavour will be showcased every Thursday from 7:30–9:30 pm until September 30. Enjoy an evening of Celtic and Maritime music, fiddling, stepdancing and stories. Shane Pendergast (vocals, guitar)and Andy Doucette (fiddle) complete the band, and Veronica Murray is the featured stepdancer. Island strawberries and ice cream are available at intermission. Doors open at 7 pm. Admission is cash only. Rte 6 and Rte 224 (4897 St Marys Rd), Stanley Bridge. 836-4310

Stratford Ceilidh

A ceilidh takes place at the Robert L. Cotton Centre on the second Sunday of each month from 2–4 pm. Featuring local entertainers and a light lunch. The venue is air-conditioned. Admission at the door with all proceeds going to Camp Gencheff. 57 Bunbury Rd, Stratford

Stratford Lions Club Ceilidh

The Stratford & Area Lions Club Ceilidh takes place at the Robert L. Cotton Centre on the third Tuesday of each month at pm. A light lunch is provided. Airconditioned. 57 Bunbury Rd, Stratford.

Sturgeon Ceilidh

A ceilidh takes place at St Paul’s Parish Hall in Sturgeon every other week on Sundays from 6:30–9 pm. Featuring live music, fiddling, singing, comedy and fun. Everyone is welcome. Doors open at 6 pm. 1133 Cambridge Rd, Route 17a, Sturgeon

Summerside Kitchen Party

Kitchen Party at the Summerside Legion every Saturday from 2–5 pm. Featuring Rheal Arsenault, Andy Paynter and a different special guest each event. 340 Notre Dame St, Summerside.

Summer Solo Series

On Tuesdays from June 27–August 29, Harmony House will offer a solo artist series downstairs in The Lounge during dinner service. A series of troubadours will be performing live and solo. This pay-what-you-can series will feature musicians like Joce Reyome, harpist Caedda Enright, David LaRonde, Shane Pendergast and more. Visit harmonyhousepei.com for the summer performance schedule. Music will run from 6:30–8:30 pm. Reserve a table for dinner and the show at 964-2255 or harmonyhousepeiresos@gmail.com. 19814 Rte 2, Hunter River.

Sunday Session

Sunday Afternoon Tune Session, traditional music and craic with host fiddler Roy Johnstone, take place weekly on Sundays from 2–5 pm at The Old Triangle. 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Trad Night at Village Green Brewery

Village Green, PEI’s smallest brewery, invites you to Trad Night taking place each Thursday. Free live music from 7-9pm in the cozy taproom, specializing in traditional and modern beer styles. Come early, space is limited! 30 Church St, Cornwall (turn at Church st/Cornwall Rd. the old post office/dental clinic)

Tree Huggers Ball

And let’s not forget the Tree Huggers Ball, happening most Tuesday Evenings throughout the summer. There will be 5 dates, all at 7:30 pm on Tuesdays, July 11, 18, August 8, 15 and 22. These celebrations of PEI’s trees will be led by local legend Jon Rehder with Reg Ballagh, Chris Gauthier, and Carlie Howell, accompanied by special invited guests each week. There will be songs and stories about trees, dancing, a participatory choir, and even a clown with a chainsaw! Come honour the fallen and cheer for the new growth together.

Winsloe United Ceilidh

Winsloe United Fundraising Ceilidhs take place every second Monday in June. Host Eddy Quinn and the Winsloe United house band welcome special guests, Jacinta MacDonald and Steven Perry on June 5. Host Dino Dunsford and the Winsloe United house band welcome the group Reviving Hope featuring Danalee Lynch-Veinott (vocals/piano), Steven Perry (fiddle) and Chad Matthews (vocals/guitar) on June 19. Admission is at the door, which opens at 6:30 pm. Tea, coffee and cold drinks are served at intermission. 121 Winsloe Rd, Winsloe South.

A Joyful Sound

Spring concerts—June 3 and 4

A Joyful Sound community choir will finally perform the spring concert they were preparing for in 2020. Performances of A Joyful Sound’s Sun, Moon, and Stars spring concert will take place at 7 pm on June 3 at Memorial United in Murray River, and at 2 pm on June 4 at the Souris Show Hall. Under the direction of Christie Beck, the concert will feature Elizabeth Wisnicki on piano and violin accompaniment by Betty Wang.

Admission is by donation.

Stratford Choir

Spring Park United—June 4

The Stratford Community Choir will be holding their annual spring concert June 4 at 7 pm at Spring Park United.

The choir will be singing a variety of songs that range from uplifting spiritual numbers to toe tapping jigs.

Admission is at the door. Spring Park United is located at 65 Kirkwood Drive in Charlottetown.

Playing with Choir

The Guild—June 2

Playing with Choir will sing Fleetwood Mac’s “Go Your Own Way” on June 2 at The Guild in Charlottetown.

Playing with Choir is for adults who love to sing hits from the 1950s through to today. Attendees learn and sing that evening’s song choice in three-part harmony. Sessions are filled with learning, music and laughter. No singing experience is necessary to attend. Doors open at 6:30 pm with the session starting at 7 pm. theguildpei.com

Big band concert

The Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble will bring its classic big band sound to Jack Blanchard Hall in Charlottetown on June 24 at 7 pm.

The Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble, an 18-piece big band, has been performing a mix of traditional and contemporary jazz charts since its formation in 1996. Band members include some of PEI’s most experienced jazz performers, including some founding members, as well as several talented young up-and-coming players.

De nitely Not the Symphony

Park Royal United—June 10

Definitely Not the Symphony (DNTS) will present a spring concert at 10 am on June 10 at Park Royal United in Charlottetown. Musical directors Marti Hopson and Lucy Morkunas will conduct this concert, which will feature a mixed selection of popular, film and light classics.

Admission is by donation to cover costs for the event.

The band’s recent performances have been warmly received at College of Piping and Performing Arts Centre in Summerside, the Florence Simmons Performance Hall and the Colonel Gray Lecture Theatre in Charlottetown. This will be the band’s first performance at the Jack Blanchard Hall. The event will feature full bar and canteen service with tickets available at the door. This is an all-ages event. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Progressive Organ Recital

Three half-hour concerts in three venues—June 26

Music lovers can experience a variety of organ music performed in a variety of churches in Charlottetown on June 25 at the Progressive Organ Concert presented by members of the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO). Performers include Leo Marchildon, Don Fraser, Jason Chen, Tom Loney, Gloria Jay, Clement Carelse and Ann Francis.

The first half hour concert starts at 1:30 pm at St. Peter’s Cathedral, followed by a second concert segment at 2:30 pm at St. Paul’s Church, finishing with a 3:30 pm concert at St. Dunstan’s Basilica. There is adequate time to walk between churches and concerts.

Admission is by free will offering and supports scholarship funds for aspiring organ students.

The Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble is an 18-piece big band

Charlottetown Jazz Ensemble at Jack Blanchard hall—June 24

Trailside Music Hall

Some of the many upcoming live performances

Two Hours Tra c

June 3

Dave Gunning is best defined as a master craftsman. Over the course of 23 years—and 11 albums—the Nova Scotian folk singer/songwriter has diligently sharpened his skills, developing into a poetic storyteller and emotionally convincing singer.

Elton Songs: The Elton John Experience

June 22

co-bill tour celebrating a return to live performance and the release of a new single together.

Two Hours Traffic was a staple of the Canadian indie-rock boom of the 2000s. From 2004-2013, the band released 4 critically-acclaimed albums and toured extensively through North America, Europe, and Australia. Their second album, Little Jabs, was shortlisted for the Polaris Prize in 2008. After a 5-year hiatus, the band started playing live shows again in 2018.

Dave Gunning & Jud Gunning Fathers Day Show

June 18

Elton Songs is a must-see show and experience that leaves audiences with long-lasting memories.

Like stepping into a time machine, this concert recreates the visuals and sounds of Sir Elton John and features a vocal impersonation of Elton’s greatest hits, performed sporting glittering iconic authentic costumes.

Caroline Marie Brookes & Ben Kunder

June 25

Join acclaimed Canadian musicians

Caroline Marie Brooks (Good Lovelies) and Ben Kunder on their East coast

The show is memorable, intimate and warmly familiar, like the hallway of photos in your family home.

Fleetwood Mac Tribute with Gypsy

June 30, July 1, 2

Gypsy, the premiere Fleetwood Mac tribute band, features a group of accomplished musicians who deliver a world-class show.

The songs of the iconic Fleetwood Mac transcend across three generations of music fans. Their award-winning album Rumours has sold close to 50 million copies.

The Gypsy Fleetwood Mac experience is a truly authentic representation. The show repertoire includes “Dreams,” “Go Your Own Way,” “Rhiannon,” “Don’t Stop,” “The Chain” and more fan favourites.

Join Dave Gunning for a special Father’s Day show with his son Jud Gunning joining him on stage for his first ever Trailside performance.

Ben Kunder and Caroline Brookes

ECMA winners

Five recording awards and two honourary awards for PEI

The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) has announced the winners for the 2023 ECMA awards. PEI’s The East Pointers led with three ECMA wins.

The PEI winners are:

Choral Recording of the Year

Sirens—In Her Image

Contemporary Roots

Recording of the Year:

The East Pointers—House Of Dreams

Group Recording of the Year:

The East Pointers—House Of Dreams

Pop Recording of the Year:

The East Pointers—House Of Dreams

Rising Star Recording of the Year:

Dylan Menzie—A Piece of Me

Dr. Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award:

Rawlins Cross (Joey Kitson)

Stompin’ Tom Award: Richard Wood

A complete list of this year’s winners is available at ecma.com

The ECMA is a regional collaboration of people in the music industry of Atlantic Canada that fosters, develops, and celebrates East Coast music and

Rawlins Cross

Sunrise Tour hits two PEI venues in July

its artists locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. The ECMA annually produces an Award Show, a Festival, an Industry Conference, and the International Export Buyers Program.

The ECMAs are coming to Charlottetown, PEI in May 2024. ecma.com

Schoolhouse concerts

Two shows in June at Glenaladale Estate

Rawlins Cross is bringing their Sunrise Tour to PEI in July. The group will perform on July 15 in Summerside at Harbourfront Theatre, as part of its Harbour Highlights series. The band will be on stage again in Georgetown on July 16 at Kings Playhouse.

Rawlins Cross is an East Coast Canadian Celtic-rock group that formed in the late 1980s. The band fuses Celtic traditional music with rock, pop and worldbeat music. With eleven commercial recordings, including the gold-selling Reel ‘n’ Roll (1993), the band has earned multiple JUNO nominations and won 10 East

Coast Music Awards, including most recently (May 2023), the Dr. Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award.

The band is made up of members Dave Panting (guitar/mandolin), Geoff Panting (keyboards/accordian), Ian McKinnon (Highland pipes/tin whistle/bodhran), Brian Bourne (bass/ Chapman stick), Howie Southwood and Joey Kitson (vocals).

The Sunrise Tour promotes the release of their 2022 album, of the same name.

harbourfronttheatre.com kingsplayhouse.com

Kelly McMichael

In concert at Souris Show Hall—June 15

The Souris Show Hall will host Polaris Prize shortlisted and ECMA award winning artist Kelly McMichael in Souris on June 15 at 7:30 pm.

On June 4, up-and-coming Shane Pendergast will be appearing with musician Mike Dixon. On June 25, entertainer Kelly Mooney will perform. Showtimes are 7 pm.

Shows this summer and fall will take place at the recently renovated Glenaladale Schoolhouse.

Tickets will be available at the door. The Glenaladale Schoolhouse is situated at 257 Blooming Point Road in Tracadie.

glenaladalepei.com

The St. John’s, Newfoundland artist self-released her debut album Waves in 2020. It was re-released in 2021 by Laughing Heart Music and went on to be short-listed for the prestigious Polaris Prize—a national music prize awarded on the basis of artistic merit. Waves also picked up a handful of Music NL Awards and an ECMA Award for Rock Recording of the Year.

McMichael’s direct and disaffected songwriting brings to mind Sheryl Crow, Liz Phair, and Lucinda Williams. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist, she has been an international touring member of Sarah Harmer’s band,

The Burning Hell, Gentleman Reg and The Hidden Cameras.

Support for the show comes from PEI Poet Laureate, songwriter and humorist Tanya Davis.

5 Church Ave. Souris. Doors open at 7:30. Tickets at sourisshowhall.com

Rawlins Cross will perform at Harbourfront Theatre and Kings Playhouse

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The East Pointers earn three 2023 ECMA award for their album House Of Dreams

Newfoundland musical artist Kelly McMichael (pictured) will be joined by PEI’s Tanya Davis

Concerts resume at the Glenaladale Estate in Blooming Point with two date in June.

PHOTOS SUBMITTED

Shane Pendergast and Kelley Mooney will perform in June. Joining Shane is Mike Dixon (no photo available)

MUSIC LIVE

bars, lounges, cafés…

Albert & Crown Pub

Live music at 8 pm: Alyssa & Corey (June 1); Julie & Danny (3); Joey Doucette (8/14/22/29); Brayden McGuigan & Dustin Perry (10); Ivan Daigle (16); Blair Gaudet (23). 480 Main St, Alberton.

Baba’s Lounge

Open Mic w/KINLEY on Wednesdays at 9 pm. Island Jazz on Thursdays at 8 pm. Live music at 10:30 pm (unless otherwise noted): Tanguy (June 2); Emo Night (3); Red Fox Band (6); Voodoo Sometimes, 20 Eyes (9); Danny Gallant (10 @5 pm); Braeden V Hip Hop Night (10); Vinyl Night (13); Brendon Scott Friel (15); Shawarmapalooza (16); DJ Novah (17); Brock Mattsson, Caleb Smith & Rick Donair (20); Radio Roulette (23); Plain Dirty Blues Jam (24 @5:30 pm); Shadow of Everest, Death Valley Driver, Backyard Action Heroes (24); Midnight Fools, Gizmo, The New Sellouts (30). 181 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Bogside Brewing

Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30 pm: Stephen Szwarc(June 2); Carter MacLellan (3); Dave Woodside(9); Chris Johnston(10); Margarita Wayne(16); Billy White(17); Dan Doiron (23); Brian Dunn (24); Keira Loane(30).11 Brook St, Montague.

Breakwater at Silver Fox

Fridays and Saturdays at 9:30 pm: Tony & Darren (June2); Bayview Crossing (9); House Music (10); Alyssa & Cory (16); Acoustic Brothers (17); Dave Doyle (23); Bayview Crossing (24); Tony & Darren 30 Russell Duo (30 @3 pm). 110 Water St, Summerside.

Brothers 2

Thursdays and Fridays at 7 pm: Mitch O’Blenis (June 1); Chris & Eric (2); Nick Hann (8/29); David Woodside (9/22); Alyssa & Corey (15); Karen & Mike (16); Logan Maddix (23); D’Arcy & Moe (30). 618 Water St, Summerside.

Charlottetown Beer Garden

Kim Albert (June 2/9/16/23/30); Don & Laura (3); TBA (10); Lu and the Crew (17/24); 185 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Charlottetown Legion

Saturdays at 9:30 pm: Power House (June 3); Roger Jones (10); Rustlers (17); Kim Albert (24). All are welcome. 99 Pownal St, Charlottetown.

Copper Bottom Brewing

Acoustic music on Saturdays at 3 pm: Sarah Segal-Lazar (June 3); Craig Fair (10); Chris Johnston (17); Andrew G Macdonald (24). 567 Main St, Montague.

Craft Beer Corner

Saturdays at 9 pm (no cover): Javier with Diego (June 3); Whaleskin (10); Tanguy with Javier (17); Vince the Messenger with Somewhere Soon (24). 156 Great George St, Charlottetown.

The Factory

DJ Method on Thursdays. 2 DJs and 2 dancefloors on Fridays and Saturdays. Live Music: The Good Ole Boys (June 9); Dent’n Fender (30). Kent St, Charlottetown.

Founders Hall Food Market

Saturdays at 6 pm: Curtis Klein (June 3); Spencer and Marck Phillips (10); Jerry Laird (17); and Charlotte Russell (24). 6 Prince St, Charlotttetown..

Gahan House

Acoustic music on Wednesdays at 9 pm: Fraser MacCallum (May 31); David Woodside (June 1/15); Adam MacGregor (7); Stephen Szwarc (8); Ryan Merry (14); Marc Ekins (21); Fraser McCallum (22/29); Lawrence Maxwell (28). 126 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

Harmony House Lounge

Live in the Lounge Friday at 7:30 pm: Dan Doiron (June 2), Brian Dunn (9) and TBA (16). Summer Solo Series on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm: Nick Doneff (June 27). 19814 Rte 2, Hunter River.

The Hub Lounge

Live Music on Wednesdays from 6–8 pm, Friday Night Socials from 6:30–9 pm and Saturday Kitchen Party from 1–3 pm: Kevin Arthur (June 2); Nick Hann (3/30); Brian Dunn (7/21); Julie and Danny (9); Dave Connolly (10/16/17); Tony Quinn (14); Brian Dunn (21); Kevin Arthur (23); Geoff Warren and Nick Clow (24); Ashley Gorman (28). Anderson’s Creek Golf Club, 68 North Rd, Stanley Bridge.

Hunter’s Ale House

Brad & Nick (June 1/9); Red Fox (ON)(2); Canadian Classics (3); Matt & Friends (5/12/19/26); Lieutenant Dan (6/13/20/27); David Woodside (8/29); Copycat (10/24); Heather, Stonehouse and TBA (16); Hired Guns, Dinos (17). Corner of Kent & Prince Sts, Charlottetown.

The Local Occasional live music at 7 pm: Stratton & Kays (June 3); Lawrence Maxwell (6/13/20/27); Jacob Hemphill & Isaac King (9); Adam MacGregor & Liam Kearney (10); Saul Good Duo (17); Taylor Johnston & Dan MacAulay (28). 202 Buchanan Dr, Charlottetown.

Lone Oak Brew Pub

Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 6–9 pm (weather permitting): David Woodside (June 2); Chris & Eric (3); Brandon Gillis (4/25); Brooke MacArthur (9); Mike & Karen (10); Taylor Buote (11); Nathan Carragher (16); Julie & Danny (17); Roland Beaulieu (18); Lawrence Maxwell (23); Stratton & Kays (24); Brian Dunn (30). 15 Milky Way, Charlottetown.

Lone Oak Brewing Co

Fridays and Saturday from 1–4 pm (weather permitting): Thursdays at 6 pm: Jon Matthews (June 2); Shane Douthwright (4); Julie Arsenault (9); Nathan Carragher (11); Ivan Daigle (16); Roland Beaulieu (18); Brad Milligan (23); Jon Matthews (25); Stratton and Kays (28); David Woodside (30). 103 Abegweit Blvd, Borden-Carleton.

The Lucky Bean—Stratford

Open Mic w/Robert McMillan every Sunday 1–4 pm. 17 Glen Stewart Dr, Stratford.

Marc’s Lounge

Fridays and Saturdays at 9 pm. 125 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

Next Door @ The Merchantman

Thursdays at 6 pm, Fridays from 5–7 pm/8–10 pm and Saturdays from 2–4 pm/7–9 pm: David Woodside (June 8); Adam McGregor/Brad Milligan (9); Brooke MacArthur/TBA (10); Brad Milligan (15); Rodney Perry/ Fraser McCallum (16); Brad Milligan/ Adam McGregor (17); Dave Woodside (22); Brooke MacArthur/TBA (23); Bridgette Blanchard/TBA (24); Aaron (The Protogey) (29); Brooke MacArthur/ Dave Woodside (30). 23 Queen St, Charlottetown. 892-9150

The Old Triangle

Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm. 189 Great George St, Charlottetown.

Olde Dublin Pub

Sunday to Thursday at 7 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 10 pm (unless otherwise noted): Gordon Belsher and guest (Sun); Lawrence Maxwell (Mon); TBA (Tue); Richie Burger & Brian Langille (Wed); Vintage 2.0 (Thu); Vintage 4.0 (June 2 @8 pm); TBA (3); Roundabout (9); Big Shiny Party Band (10); MacBeth (16); Wannabeez(17); Main Street Bullies (23); Hired Guns(24); Gypsy Soul(30). 132 Sydney St, Charlottetown.

The Outer Bar

Reggaeton dance music every Friday and Saturday at 10 pm (starting June 10). 4557 Wharf Road, Cardigan

Peake’s Quay

Live Music at 7 pm: Gypsy Soul Duo (June 3); Will McGonegal (9); TBA (10); Stratton & Kays (16); Brian Dunn (17); TBA (10/23); Karen & Mike Penton (24). Live DJ on Saturdays at 11 pm: DJ DEX (June 3); DJ Josh Hood (10/24); DJ Hype (17). 11 Great George St, Charlottetown.

PEI Brewing Company

Fridays from 5–8 pm: Ashley Gorman(June 2); StephenSzwarc(9); Lawrence Maxwell(16); Marvin Birt(23); Kevin MacPhee(30). 96 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown.

Piatto Pizzeria + Enoteca

Fridays at 6 pm. 45 Queen St, Charlottetown.

RCAF Wing Summerside

Saturdays at 9 pm. No cover. 329 North Market St, Summerside. wingpei.com

Salt & Sol

Live Music on Sundays from 3–5 pm. Chill House DJ (age 21+)on Fridays at 10:30 pm. DJ Dance Party (age 21+) on Saturdays at 10:30 pm. 2 Pownal St, Charlottetown

The Salvador Dalí Café

Got Blues Matinee on select Saturdays from 2–4 pm (June 10/24). David Thompson on Piano on Fridays and Saturdays from 6–10 pm. Live music at 10 pm: Pierce Clark (June 3); Dueling Pianos (10/24); Jacob Reddin and the Striped Shirt Band (16).155 Kent St, Charlottetown.

Dance performance and workshops in Georgetown

The current artist in residence at Kings Playhouse is Oshun Dance Studios with Reequal Smith. The public is invited to attend free workshop presentations on June 15 at 6:30 pm and June 17 at 2 pm, and a final performance, We Are All Connected, on June 20 at 7 pm. We Are All Connected will explore the roots of cultural movement from the Caribbean and African Diaspora. 65 Grafton St, Georgetown. kingsplayhouse.com

PEI dancer seeking funding

PEI dancer Hannah Ellis has been chosen by VIEW Dance Challenge to fill one of 20 spaces awarded to dancers across Canada and Australia to attend master classes, perform in an intensive, eightday workshop, and take part in a final performance in Athens, Greece this summer. Hannah started dancing at Island Dance Academy when she was three years old and with her two olders sisters also dancing, it has always been a big part of her family. After training for years, Hannah switched over to competitive dance at Alignment Dance Arts in Stratford this year, under the direction of Taryn Kristolovich and Kylie Jensen. Hannah is seeking funding for this lifetime opportunity. To support Hannah in her VIEW Dance Challenge in Greece, email to hannahellis06@outlook. com. Info: viewdancechallenge.com/ greece-intensive

June 10 OPEN HOUSE*

June 16 JEREMY DUTCHER (Classical)

June 18 CHORAL FUNDRAISER WITH SPIRE CHOIR*

June 24 SIRENS (Choral)

June 25 YOUTH LEGACY CONCERT

June 30 DAN MANGAN (Indie)

July 2 CHRISTINA BOUEY & PIERRE ANDRE DOUCET (Classical)

July 9 HARD TIMES ORCHESTRA (Classical/Folk)

July 14 ARCHETYPE TRAD (Celtic Trad)

July 16 ISIDORE QUARTET (Classical)

July 21 LOGAN RICHARD (Blues/R&B)

July 22 OPEN STAGE WITH NOAH MALCOLM*

July 23 HAPPENSTANCERS (Classical)

July 25 PRIDE CEILIDH*

July 29 JESSICA GALLANT IS DOLLY PARTON! (Country)

July 30 GUILLAUME VILLENEUVE & BERTRAND CUILLER (Baroque

Aug 4 MIDSUMMER MAGIC: OPERA FAVOURITES! (Classical)

Aug 6 MIDSUMMER MAGIC: SUMMER SONGS (Classical)

Aug 9 ISLAND PROUD: PIERCE CLARKE & JOCE REYOME (Roots)

Aug 10 KAIA KATER (Folk)

Aug 12 THE NORTH SOUND (Country)

Aug 16 ISLAND PROUD: THE COUNTY LINE ROMANCE & SHANE PENDERGAST (Folk)

Aug 18 BEN CAPLAN (Folk)

Aug 19 ACADIAN TRADITIONS CEILIDH*

Aug 20 CHARLES RICHARD-HAMELIN (Classical)

Aug 25 IRISH MYTHEN (Folk)

Aug 27 COWAN-CICCHILLITTI (Classical)

Sept 8 MALLORY JOHNSON FT. SCOTT MACKAY (Country)

Sept 10 LA FIAMMATA (Classical)

*Free Community Event

Presented by

Island Trad Academy

from the best in the biz.

Chaisson Jake Charron • Emmanuelle LeBlanc & Pascal Miousse

Tune jam session with friends of The Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival

come, first serve at the door.

Ennis Sisters • Inn Echo • Michael Pendergast Mi’kmaq Legends • Dancers Maddie, Maggie, Libby & Juliette • Hailee & Ward MacDonald

Raise a glass with artists and staff to bring another festival season to a close. First come, first serve at the door.

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