COMMUNITY calendar
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., March 21
Quilting for Beginners
Learn quilt-making basics in free Quilting for Beginners class Wednesdays at Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre. Learn how to sew basic block square and assemble sampler quilt. Registration required as space is limited. Participants must provide their own material (sewing machine, thread and fabric).
10 a.m.-12 noon, March 21
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, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Prenatal topics plus food supplements, nutritious supper, Baby Box bassinet 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 5:30 p.m., March 21
Christian Business Luncheon
Canadian Christian Business Federation Summerside Chapter Lunch and Learn. Connect with other Christian men and women involved in business or the professions. Share, learn and network. Discussion 36: Priorities. At Jars of Clay, 314 First St., Summerside. Confirm attendance with Allan Ramjattan at allan.ramjattan@gmail.com
12 noon, March 21
Knitting Circle
Bring along project or start a new one at Slemon Park Knitting Circle. Great way to meet new people and learn new skills. In Community Room, Slemon Park Plaza. Contact: Kim at 902-888-7192.
1-3 p.m., March 21
Happy Course at Library
Happy Course hosted by Great Enlightenment Buddhist Institute Society. Free six-week discussion series to meet friendly, like-minded people and find simple ways to make yourself and others happy. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. until March 28 at Summerside Rotary Library in the Inspire Learning Centre (57 Central St.).
6 p.m., March 21
Fox Chase the Ace
Silver Fox Chase the Ace in aid of Junior Curling and Sailing. Jackpot now $18,680 with 18 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., March 21
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 902-4361348 or familyplace@eastlink.ca. 9:30-11:30 a.m., March 22
Easter crafts and Stories
Easter crafts and story time at Abram-Village Public Library. 10 a.m., March 22
Healthy Eating Storytime
Special story time all about eating healthy. Stories and activities for ages 3 to 5 years and their families. At Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
10:30 a.m., March 22
Eptek Lunchtime Films
Eptek Lunchtime films Thursdays at noon. Some new films and others from late Friend, Blanche Hogg. This week: “Touring London, Paris, and Rome (60 minutes) distributed by Questar Video Inc. Bring a lunch; coffee, tea, cookies served by Friends of Eptek. No charge but donations accepted for refreshments.
12 noon, March 22
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