Eptek Book Club

Members of Eptek Centre Book Club meet to discuss “Nineteen Minutes” by Jodi Picoult. Novel examines a school shooting in a riveting and poignant way, that asks a haunting question: Do we really ever know someone? New members welcome. At Eptek Centre on Summerside waterfront. For more info call 902-888-8373.

7 p.m., Feb. 1

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WEDNESDAY Kensington Playgroups

Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Murray Christian Centre, School St., Kensington. Wednesdays 9:3011:30 a.m. until June 20. Chance for children and grown-ups to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or familyplace@ eastlink.ca.

9:30-11:30 a.m., Jan. 31

Prenatal, Breastfeeding Groups

Bosom Buddies Breastfeeding Support Group Breastfeeding group at 10-11:30 a.m. Nursing babies and toddlers welcome. New Beginnings Prenatal Group for expectant parents, 5-7 p.m. Free. Food supplements, nutritious supper, Baby Box and infant clothing included. At Family Place, 75 Central St., Summerside, Wednesdays. To register, drop in, call 902-436-1348 or familyplace@eastlink.ca.

10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Jan. 31

Knitting Circle

Knitting Circle at Community Room, Slemon Park Plaza. Bring along a project or start new one. Meet new people and learn new skills. Questions? Call Kim at 902-888-7192. 1-3 p.m., Jan. 31

Parkview Ceilidh

Group, On the Road Again, featuring John Campbell, Claude Gaudet, Ernie Gallant, Joe Lawless, Bobby MacLean and Cindy Arsenault perform at Parkview Seniors’ Club, 335 Central St., Summerside. Lunch and 50/50.

7:30 p.m., Jan. 31

Fox Chase the Ace

Silver Fox Chase the Ace in aid of Junior Curling and Sailing. Jackpot: $14,030 with 26 cards left. Draw every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Do not have to be present to win. Purchase tickets at Silver Fox, D.A. MacDonald Ltd. or Waugh’s Food Centre, Summerside.

8:30 p.m., Jan. 31

THURSDAY Postnatal Group

Beyond the Bump Postnatal Group at Family Place, Summerside, Thursdays. Group for new parents, free. Onsite childcare, food supplements for breastfeeding moms, snacks, baby/toddler clothing. Meet at CUP last Thursday of month for swim with baby. Register at Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or familyplace@ eastlink.ca.

9:30-11:30 a.m., Feb. 1

Family Storytime

Family Storytime every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Summerside Rotary Library, Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St. Stories and activities for children 3 to 5 years.

10:30 a.m., Feb. 1

Eptek Lunchtime Films

Eptek Lunchtime films Thursdays at noon. Some new films and others from late Friend, Blanche Hogg. This week: “Incredible Journeys: From the Outback to Shangri-La” (68 min.) distributed by Reader’s Digest. Bring a lunch; coffee, tea, cookies served by Friends of Eptek. No charge but donations accepted for refreshments.

12 noon, Feb. 1

Parkview Seniors Cards

Card games on Thursdays at Parkview Seniors’ Club. Canasta at 1 p.m. and Auction at 7 p.m. At 335 Central St., Summerside.

1 and 7 p.m., Feb. 1

Eptek Book Club

Members of Eptek Centre Book Club meet to discuss “Nineteen Minutes” by Jodi Picoult. Novel examines a school shooting in a riveting and poignant way, that asks a haunting question: Do we really ever know someone? New members welcome. At Eptek Centre on Summerside waterfront. For more info call 902888-8373.

7 p.m., Feb. 1

Parkview Cards

Parkview Seniors Club offers Auction card parties at 7 p.m. on Thursdays, at Parkview Seniors, Summerside. 7 p.m., Feb. 1

Karaoke with Clayton

Karaoke with Clayton Gallant at Summerside Legion starting at 8 p.m. Contest starting soon. 8 p.m., Feb. 1

Chase The Ice

Western Capitals Booster Club and Slemon Park Plex’s Chase the Ice draw at Caps home game. Card flip in lobby at Credit Union Place following 7 p.m. game. Estimated Ace pot: $22,000, 8 cards left. Don’t have to be present to win. Tickets: Bernard’s Quik Mart, Slemon Park Kwik Way, Mel’s Convenience, or https:// chasetheice.5050central.com Feb. 1