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., May 16
Prenatal, Breastfeeding Groups
Bosom Buddies breastfeeding support 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 902436-1348 or email familyplace@ eastlink.ca.
10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., May 16
Living Healthy Program
Living a Healthy Life – Chronic disease self-management program via Health P.E.I. for people with any type of chronic disease, their caregivers, loved ones, or anyone ready to make lifestyle changes to improve health. Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre, hosting this six-week course. Free. Call 1-888-854-7244 (toll-free) for more info or to register. Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. starting May 16.
1-4 p.m., May 16
Speak-Easy Toastmasters
Speak-Easy Toastmasters meeting at Community Connections, Summerside, for informative and learning meeting. Join Toastmasters to become leader and speaker.
6 p.m., May 16
Chase the Ace
Silver Fox Chase the Ace, in aid of Junior Curling and Sailing, draw every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Jackpot now: $25,190 with 10 cards remaining. 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., May 16
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 902-436-1348 or familyplace@eastlink.ca. 9:30-11:30 a.m., May 17
Family Storytime
Enjoy stories and activities at Family Storytime for children 3 to 5 years every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
10:30 a.m., May 17
Cards at Parkview
Canasta card games at 1 p.m. and Auction card games at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Parkview Seniors Club, 335 Central St., Summerside. 1 and 7 p.m., May 17
Summerside Legion Karaoke
Karaoke at Summerside Legion, starting at 8 p.m.
8 p.m., May 17
FRIDAY Church Yard Sale
Yard Sale at Gordon Memorial United Church Hall, Alberton, Friday, May 18, 4 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, May 19, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 4-8 p.m., May 18
Summerside Legion Darts
Darts at Summerside Legion Fridays at 7 p.m. Also Saturdays starting at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 12 noon.
7 p.m., May 18
Ryan Cook Concert
ECMA winner, Ryan Cook, singer/ songwriter of folk and country music from Nova Scotia, presents show at Village musical acadien. Opening act: Jenna-Marie Gallant from Rustico. Admission: $15. 50/50 draw and lunch available. 8 p.m., May 18
Evangeline Chase Ace
Evangeline Recreation Centre, Acadian Musical Village and MontCarmel Parish hold Chase the Ace draw every Friday night at Acadian Musical Village, Abram-Village. Estimated jackpot: $39,000 with 21 cards remaining. Doors open at 7 p.m. Draw at 9 p.m. Reserved to 19 years and over. Contact (902) 854-3300.
9 p.m., May 18