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the hall. Tickets are $10 at the door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
A masquerade dance is Oct. 28, 8-11 p.m., at the Goose River Community Hall, Route 16 in Goose River. Music will be by Allan MacDonald, Bonnie Campbell and Louise MacKinnon. There will also be lunch and a 50/50 draw, as well as prizes for best costumes (first, second and third). Admission is $6 at the door. This event is for those 19 and over.
A Classic Country Halloween Dance is Oct. 28, 8 p.m., at Milton Community Hall. Admission is $10. Fred Arsenault and Brad Matthews will join Neil Matthews and Susan Pitre for this licensed, 19plus event. Enjoy old-time music and old rock
’n’ roll. “Bubbles and Bells”, an interactive show for babies and toddlers (pay what you can), is Oct. 25, 10-11 a.m., at The Guild in Charlottetown.
THEATRE/COMEDY/ DANCE
“Still Standing” live show is Oct. 22, 7 p.m., at the Stompin Tom Centre, Skinners Pond, with comedian Jonny Harris.
“Anne & Gilbert” is at The Guild in Charlottetown, wrapping up for the season on Oct. 24. Go to www. theguildpei.com or contact the box office.
QThe Confederation Centre is inviting all P.E.I. and family groups of performers to audition and be a part of the Island’s “Holiday Spectacular”. From dancing and singing to comedy and musical groups, they are looking for it all. The sky is the limit. Artistic director Adam Brazier will be holding auditions on Oct. 28-29. To book an audition time, contact Cindy Riley at criley@confederationcentre.com.
QEptek Lunchtime Films, mostly travelogues, are screened each Thursday at noon. Volunteer Friends of Eptek will serve coffee, tea, and cookies, and everyone is invited to bring a sandwich. There is no charge; however, donations are accepted for refreshments. For a detailed list, call 902-888-8373 or visit www.peimuseum.com. Eptek Centre, a site of the P.E.I. Museum and Heritage Foundation, is at 130 Heather Moyse Dr., Summerside.
QAUDITIONS FILMS CLUB LISTINGS
Karen and Mike – Brother’s Two, Summerside, Oct. 20
Big Shiny Tunes tribute – Hunter’s, Charlottetown, Oct. 20
Nathan Carragher - Next Door at Merchantman, Charlottetown, Oct. 20
Kelly Buote - Charlottetown Legion, Oct. 20
Dave Woodside – Marc’s Lounge, Charlottetown, Oct. 20
Scuttered - Silver Fox Curling and Yacht Club, Summerside, Oct. 20
Indie pop night with Bones Babas, Charlottetown, Oct. 20
Sean Mooney - Dundee Arms, Charlottetown, Oct. 20.
Neon Moon - RCAF Wing, Summerside, Oct. 20
Peggy Clinton and Johnny Ross
- Old Triangle, Charlottetown, Oct. 20
Open mike with Sid MacMillan – Hot Shots Lounge, Charlottetown, Oct. 20
Saul Good Band - Olde Dublin Pub, Charlottetown, Oct. 20-21
Neon Moon - Charlottetown Legion, Oct. 21
Dan Paynter – Broadway 45, Kensington, Oct. 21, 5-8 p.m.
Katie Day - Old Triangle, Charlottetown, Oct. 21
Tanya Davis and Paul Reddick – The Dunk, Oct. 21
Rob Anderson - Next Door at Merchantman, Charlottetown, Oct. 21
The Fall Guys - RCAF Wing, Summerside, Oct. 21
Edward Sayers – Marc’s Lounge, Charlottetown, Oct. 21
Get Down and Lady Soul - Babas, Charlottetown, Oct. 21
Kyle Sampson Collective – Hunter’s, Charlottetown Oct. 21
Muddy Buddy – The Factory, Charlottetown, Oct. 21
Jack Moves – Baba’s, Charlottetown, Oct. 22
Wine Lips – Baba’s, Charlottetown, Oct. 23
Heart Attack Kids, The Nothing Box, Plaintiff – Baba’s, Charlottetown, Oct. 24
Black Suit Devil - The Gahan House, Charlottetown, Oct. 25 Open Mic – Baba’s, Charlottetown, Oct. 25
LITERARY EVENTS/ READINGS/ PRESENTATIONS/ HISTORY
A Canada 150 Art Night is Oct. 20, 6-8 p.m., at Milton Community Hall. At this free, all-ages event, participants will be invited to illustrate and share stories as part of the Miltonvale Park 150 Canada Stories project to capture “Canadian Moments” for a commemorative book. Art supplies and snacks will be provided. For information, email miltonvalepark.staff@gmail.com or call 902-368-3090.
The Western Authors Group (WAG) meets Oct. 21, 1-4 p.m., in the Key Room of the Inspire Centre, 57 Central St., Summerside. New members are welcome.
Thrilling Tales, a spooky story time for adults, is Oct. 25, 7 p.m. at Confederation Centre Public Library in Charlottetown. Enjoy the talents of actors Joscelynne Bordeaux, Gordon Cobb and Becca Griffin. Phone 902-368-4642 for information.
Islander Mo Duffy Cobb has written a book detailing how world travel helped her and her family deal with personal grief. Cobb will be talking about the family’s experiences as chronicled in her book, “Unpacked: from P.E.I. to Palawan”, Oct. 26, 7 p.m., at Confederation Centre Public library.
QAlberton-Elmsdale UCW will host a Ten Thousand Villages sale at Alberton United Church Hall, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Oct. 20, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oct. 21. Handcrafted giftware and home décor items, including jewelry, pottery musical instruments and handloomed textiles, made by artisans from around the world will be for sale.
Shamrock Seniors Club is holding a fall craft and bake sale on Oct. 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the club, 44 Father Brady Lane. Tables are available to rent at $10. Tickets will be sold on basket of goodies. Cost is $2 each or three for $5.
Emerald Community Centre is hosting 28th annual Craft Fair and Tea on Oct. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $1 for children and includes lunch. Tag admission ticket for $1 to enter a draw to win a great prize. There will be a 50/50 draw. All proceeds go towards the Community Centre.
QCRAFT FAIRS CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Atlantic Academy of Performing Arts drama classes will be offered to children ages 4-6, 7-10 and 11-14 each Saturday afternoon in October at the Crapaud Hall, 36 Route 13 in Crapaud. For information or to register a child, contact Victoria Playhouse, 902-658-2370. Sing!, an after school choir, is running Wednesdays until Nov. 22, 3:15-4:30 p.m., choral singing for ages 5-13, at the Kings Playhouse in Georgetown. Contact the theatre for details.
Canadian Olde Tyme square dance weekly classes for beginners and others are Wednesdays at the Murphy Community Centre, Richmond Street, Charlottetown, Room 303, 7-8:30 p.m. There is no charge. Call the Tamarackers at 902-629-1869. Performing arts classes with the Atlantic Academy of Performing Arts are at the Kings Playhouse in Georgetown on Thursdays, until Nov. 23, 3:30-6 p.m. Join lead instructor Sherri-Lee Darrach for 11 weeks of theatrical exploration. Classes include voice, acting, improv and dance. Contact the theatre for details.
QPRACTICES
J.J. Chaisson and family fundraiser for Farmers Helping Farmers is at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall, Holland College Campus, Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 at Florence Simmons box office, Riverside Market, Timothy’s Coffee Shop or farmershelpingfarmers.ca. There will also be a silent auction. The Oak Tree Singers practise at the Seniors Active Living Centre, Bell Aliant Centre UPEI on Fridays at 10 a.m. New singers are welcome.
Practices for the Candlelight Carol Service at Holy Redeemer continue Sundays at 1:30 p.m. in the church on Pond Street. The choir/orchestra conductor is Travis Boudreau. The music is mix of traditional and modern carols with solos and group singing, along with readings. For information, call David at 902-892-1558. The service is Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m., in the church.
The Second Chances Band practises Tuesdays at Queen Charlotte Intermediate School, Charlottetown, 7-9 p.m. Visit secondchancesband.ca or www. facebook.com/secondchancespei. New members are welcome.
Playing with Choir practices Tuesdays, 7 p.m., at The Guild, Queen Street, Charlottetown.
Island a Cappella, a women’s a cappella chorus, meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Charlottetown Rural High School. New singers are always welcome. For more information, go to www.islandacappella.ca.
Definitely Not The Symphony (DNTS ) is a community orchestra consisting of musicians of a variety of skill levels. It meets Saturdays, 10-11:15 a.m., in the activities room at Andrews of Stratford. Visit dntspei.blogspot.ca or call Jenny, 368-3576. New members are welcome.
The Queens County Fiddlers practise Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., at Andrews of Stratford. New fiddlers and returning players are welcome, along with accompanists and those who like to listen.
New dancers are welcome for this autumn’s Heritage Social Dance Group at Beaconsfield dance evenings on Wednesdays, 7- 9:15 p.m., at the Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. The Carriage House is located on West Street, behind Beaconsfield Historic House, 2 Kent St. No previous dance experience is needed, and a partner is not required. For further information or to register, contact either Karen Beauregard (karenbea@live. ca or 902-569-5633) or Chris Scott (scottchrissie@gmail.com or 902724-2278).
MUSEUMS, INTERPRETIVE CENTRES
The Acadian Museum in Miscouche features “Miscouche of Bygone Days’’, commemorating the 200th anniversary of the parish of Miscouche (1817-2017), as well as photos and artifacts from the museum’s collection. Call 902432-2880.
The Anne of Green Gables Museum is in Park Corner by reservation only. Contact 1-800-665-2663 or 902-886-2884 or go to www. annemuseum.com.
Beaconsfield Historic House, a P.E.I. Museum site, is in Charlottetown. Designed and built by W.C. Harris in 1877 for James and Edith Peake, Beaconsfield was one of Charlottetown’s most elegant homes. Today, it stands as a beautiful example of Victorian architecture with many original features and a fascinating story to tell. It’s open year-round for tours and hosts lectures, concerts and other special events in the Carriage House. There is also a gift shop on site. Call 902368-6603.
Green Gables Heritage Place is located in Cavendish. There is no charge to visit this year as part of the Canada 150 Celebrations. Contact 902-9637874.
MacNaught History Centre and Archives features ongoing exhibits of various Island artists. It is at 85 Spring St., Summerside. Call 902-432-1332 or 902-432-1298.
Orwell Corner Historic Village is in Orwell Corner, a P.E.I. Museum and Heritage site. It is open Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 902-651-8515 or go to peimuseum.com.
The P.E.I. Regiment Museum is at the Queen Charlotte Armoury, 3 Haviland St., Charlottetown. Call 902-368-0108 or check www.peiregimentmuseum.ca.
The Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell is open. Call 902651-2789.
The Tryon Museum is open for the fall season by chance or appointment. Check out www. tryonareahistoricalsociety.com for information on upcoming events, email jacksorensen@pei.sympatico.ca or telephone 902-658-2009.
QConfederation Centre Art Gallery is in Charlottetown. Call 902-628-6111 or check out www. confederationcentre.com/en/artgallery.php.
Cornwall Library Art Gallery is featuring the autumn group exhibit until Oct. 20. On Oct. 24, 7 p.m., the opening celebration of Hester Boyle’s exhibit, “Reflections in Nature”, will be held. The show will run until Dec. 1. Also, youth in the Cornwall area are invited to participate in the annual December Group Youth Art Show. Contact Giselle Déziel at 902-566-3347 for information on displaying.
Details Past and Present Gallery is at166 Richmond St., Charlottetown, featuring Jean Claude Roy’s only Canadian exhibition — a showcase of new works, including, for the first time, images of Prince Edward Island. Check www.detailspastandpresent.com.
Eptek Art & Culture Centre in Summerside features Robert Milner’s exhibition, “Water”, composed of paintings of aquatic environments, drawing attention to this precious resource, on display until Nov. 24. On display until Jan. 5 is “Inspired by Nightingale – Dedicated to God: The Story of Georgina Fane Pope”, highlighting the life and accomplishments of this native Islander, renowned for her ground-breaking career as a nurse and daughter of Father of Confederation William H. Pope. It opens Oct. 22, 2 p.m. Visit www. peimuseum.com, www.facebook. com/EptekCentre or call 902-8888373 for information.
Gallery@The Guild in Charlottetown presents Inspire, a unique group show showcasing the diverse artistic talents of teachers, staff and students from the Public Schools Branch on P.E.I. The show runs until Oct. 22. All or Nothing by Jared Perry opens Oct. 25.
Gallery 18 in New London has an exhibition entitled “Thérèse D’Amour - A Passion for Nature. Call 902-886-3201, or email info@ Gallery18.com.
Karen Gallant Studio Gallery in Rustico is on the corner of Route 6 and 243, Rustico Road. Contact karengallant.com.
Maroon Pig Art Gallery and Cafe is at 37 Water St., Georgetown. Call 902-652-2569 or check www. maroonpig.ca.
Plum Tree Studio is at 13 Buffalo Rd., South Rustico, is open until Nov.
1. Call 902-963-2622 or 1-778-823-3335.
The Purcell Parlour Gallery in Clyde River is open when the roadside sandwich sign is out on the highway. Call 902-368-7526 or go to www.juliapurcell.ca.
Lefurgey Cultural Centre, Summerside, features the free 150th Anniversaries Celebration Exhibit. Go to culturesummerside.com or call 902-432-1298.
Meadowbrook Arts, Crafts & Creations is in Crapaud, 677 Route
13. Visit meadowbrookartstudio. com or call 902-658-3171.
Pinhole Photography Gallery is the home studio/darkroom of Charlottetown artist/pinhole photographer, Mary Carr-Chaisson. Call 902-628-1575, email mary@ pinholephotogallery.com or visit www.pinholephotogallery. Remembrance concert is Nov. 4, 7 p.m., at St. Peter’s United Church in St. Peter’s, a community which has the distinction of having both the highest enlistment and fatalities per capita in Canada during the Second World War II. A light lunch will be provided. Free-will donations are gratefully accepted.