COMMUNITY CALENDAR
WEDNESDAY Kensington Playgroups
Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Murray Christian Centre, School St., Kensington. Wednesdays 9:3011:30 a.m. Chance for children and grown-ups to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. Register at Family Place, call 902436-1348 or email familyplace@ eastlink.ca.
9:30-11:30 a.m., April 11
Quilting for Beginners
Learn quilt-making basics in free class at Summerside Rotary Library Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sew basic block square and assemble sampler quilt. Registration required as space is limited. Participants must provide own material (sewing machine, thread and fabric).
10 a.m.-12 noon, April 11
Prenatal, Breastfeeding Groups
Bosom Buddies Breastfeeding Support Group group, 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. Register at Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or email familyplace@eastlink.ca.
10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., April 11
Kuddles For Kids
Kuddles for Kids at St. Mary’s Hall, Summer St., Summerside, to make teddy bears for needy children here and aboard. Everyone welcome. For information call Heather Johnston at 902-724-5309.
1-4 p.m., April 11
Evangeline Funeral Home
Annual meeting of Evangeline Coop Funeral Home at funeral home for members and non-members. Light lunch served.
7 p.m., April 11
Parkview Ceilidh
Parkview Ceilidh at Parkview Seniors’ Club, Summerside, featuring Arsenault brothers: Leo, Ray and Roy. Lunch and 50/50 draw. 7:30 p.m., April 11
Chase the Ace
Silver Fox Chase the Ace, in aid of Junior Curling and Sailing, draw every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Winners do not have to be present to win. Purchase tickets at Silver Fox, D. Alex MacDonald Ltd. or Waugh’s Food Centre.
8:30 p.m., April 11
THURSDAY Postnatal Group
Beyond the Bump Postnatal Group at Family Place, 75 Central St., 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 (Diaper Fit) and last Friday of month for movie (Stars & Strollers). Register at Family Place, call 902436-1348 or familyplace@eastlink. ca.
9:30-11:30 a.m., April 12
Family Storytime
Summerside Rotary Library family story time with stories and activities for children 3 to 5 years. Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m., April 12
Eptek Lunchtime Films
Explore America’s National Parks with Friends of Eptek this April with Eptek Lunchtime Films. This week: “America’s National Parks: Exploring the Grand Canyon” (57 minutes), distributed by Good Times Entertainment. Bring a sandwich; Friends provide tea/coffee and cookies. No charge for film; donations accepted for refreshments. New films plus some from late Friend, Blanche Hogg, at Eptek Centre, Summerside.
12 noon, April 12
Needle Craft Club
Meet new people and socialize while you knit or do other needlework at Summerside Rotary Library. Get advice, learn new techniques and see interesting, new projects to try. Bring own needle craft paraphernalia.
2 p.m., April 12
Summerside Legion Karaoke
Karaoke with Clayton Gallant at Summerside Legion, starting at 8 p.m. Contest ongoing.
8 p.m., April 12
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