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written and directed by Hank Stinson, will accompany a Christmas cantata performed by choir members at Park Royal United Church on Sunday, Dec. 17, 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Christmas with the Four Tellers is at the Kings Playhouse in Georgetown, Dec. 17, 2-4 p.m. Join David Weale, Alan Buchanan, Gary Evans and Dennis King for an afternoon of Christmas storytelling at its finest. Tickets are available by contacting the theatre box office.
“A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol” is on stage at The Guild in Charlottetown for select performances until Dec. 17. For ticket information and showtimes, contact the theatre box office.
Ellerslie Elementary School will present “A Whoville Whodonit”at the school on Dec. 19 at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. For more information, contact the school.
The Ho-Ho-Home for the Holidays Comedy Show takes place at The Guild in Charlottetown on Dec. 23, 8 p.m., featuring Justin Shaw, Brittany Campbell, Jeremy Francis, Dan Hendricken and a possible special guest. The evening will be hosted by Sharlene Kelly and presented by Sam MacDonald. Tickets are available at The Guild box office and online at theguildpei.com/box-office. Doors for the show open at 7:30 p.m.
QFeast Dinner Theatres presents “Who’s Your Father?” on select nights, in Summerside and in Charlottetown until Dec. 21. Call 902-436-7674 or 902-629-2321. “Le Mariage d Élizabeth” or “Elizabeth’s Marriage”, the first-ever French Christmas dinnertheatre show produced by the Acadian Musical Village, runs Dec. 7, 9 and 14, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $38 for adults and $20 for children (taxes included). To reserve and buy tickets, call the Acadian Musical Village at 902-854-3300 or Nancy Smith at 902-854-2072.
“A Little Less Jingle” will be presented at the Mill River Resort every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday night until Dec. 19. Tickets to the dinner theatre are moving well with most Friday and Saturday shows already sold out, and the Thursday and Sunday shows now starting to fill up. Tickets can be booked at 1-844375-3555.
QAmateur theatre groups are invited to consider entering a short play or excerpt (maximum 30 minutes) in the 2018 Community Theatre Festival on March 17. It’s fun in a casual atmosphere. Indicate interest by Dec. 15, with confirmation needed by Jan. 31. Contact Rob Thomson, 902-6286778, or robthomson@pei.sympatico.ca.
Applications for the seventh edition of the Island Fringe Festival, Aug. 2-5, 2018, are now open. For more information, send an email to islandfringe@gmail. com.
QFOOD AND MUSIC APPLICATIONS FILMS
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; donations are accepted for refreshments. The film on Dec. 14 is “Argentina: Land of Natural Wonder” (51 minutes). For a list, call 902-8888373 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. A Christmas ceilidh with Tip Er Back and Darlene Bradley is Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m., at Afton Community Centre on Rte. 19 in New Dominion. Eptek Lunchtime Films are
QThere is a Chase the Ace draw every Friday night at Acadian Musical Village, Abram-Village. Doors open at 7 p.m. Draw at 9 p.m. Entertainment for Dec. 15 is the Mont Carmel Choir, 8– 9 p.m. and Jean-Eudes 9-10 p.m. Admission is free for 19-and-over event. Soupy Saturdays is at Back Alley Music in Charlottetown, Dec. 16 and 23. Enjoy local live music and soup served by local chefs and give to those in need.
QMUSIC FUNDRAISER CLUB LISTINGS
Nick Hann – Brother’s Two, Summerside, Dec. 15
Morgan Hill - Dundee Arms, Charlottetown, Dec. 15
Dan Paynter – Broadway 45, Kensington, Dec. 15, 7-10 p.m.
Stephen Szwarc – Next Door at Merchantman – Dec. 15
The Fabulously Rich: A tribute to the Hip – Hunter’s, Charlottetown, Dec. 15
Dave Doyle – Silver Fox Curling and Yacht Club, Summerside – Dec. 15
Rob Anderson – Marc’s Lounge, Charlottetown, Dec. 15
The Young Ones - Charlottetown Legion, Dec. 15
Neon Moon - RCAF Wing, Summerside, Dec. 15
Saul Good Band - Olde Dublin Pub, Charlottetown, Dec. 15-16.
East Coast Art Party – Charlottetown Firefighters Club – Dec. 15, 6:30 p.m.
The Young Ones - Charlottetown Legion, Dec. 15
Adam MacGregor and The Foes
- Old Triangle, Charlottetown, Dec. 16
Kelly Buote - Charlottetown Legion, Dec. 16
Nathan Wiley – Factory Cookhouse and Dancehall, Charlottetown, Dec. 16
Rob Anderson - Next Door at Merchantman, Charlottetown, Dec. 16
The Fall Guys - RCAF Wing, Summerside, Dec. 16
Jocelyn Fraser – Marc’s Lounge, Charlottetown, Dec. 16
Elephant Skeletons with/Math Class and Buzzcat - Babas, Charlottetown, Dec. 16
Ben and Liz: The Dynamic Duo – Hunter’s, Charlottetown, Dec. 16.
Dave Woodside – The Gahan House, Dec. 20
LITERARY EVENTS/ READINGS/ PRESENTATIONS/ HISTORY
Vicki Reddin-Gauthier will launch her first novel, “Emily’s Letters”, on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Haviland Club in Charlottetown, from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
QSeven Island women artisans and makers have joined forces to present Holiday Market 142 at 142 St. Peters Rd., Charlottetown, during the holiday season, featuring a variety of locally made goods. For hours and activities, follow the market on Facebook or call 902-672-2756
CLASSES/ WORKSHOPS
is Dec. 16, 6 p.m., at Milton Community Hall. This event is free and everyone is welcome. At this party, participants will be invited to illustrate stories submitted by residents of Miltonvale Park. Art supplies will be provided along with hot cocoa and cookies. For information send email to miltonvalepark.staff@ gmail.com. Pottery class registration opens Dec. 11, 9 a.m., for the P.E.I. Potters Studio in Victoria Park with classes for adults and children. All classes run for a 10-week period, beginning in January. Registration is online and is first come first serve except for spaces reserved for returning students and those with gift certificates. To register, visit www. peipottersstudio.com. For information, call Barb at 902-218-2493. 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.
QCRAFT FAIRS PRACTICES
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.
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. 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.
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. Call 902-432-2880.
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, was designed and built by W.C. Harris in 1877 for James and Edith Peake and 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 902-368-6603.
Green Gables Heritage Place is located in Cavendish. There is no charge to visit as part of the Canada 150 Celebrations. Contact 902-963-7874.
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.
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 Tryon Museum is open by chance or appointment. Check out www.tryonareahistoricalsociety. com for information on upcoming events, email jacksorensen@pei. sympatico.ca or telephone 902658-2009.
QEXHIBITIONS
Confederation Centre Art Gallery is in Charlottetown. Call 902-628-6111 or check out www. confederationcentre.com/en/artgallery.php. Flowers of Canada: A Celebration of Canadian Unity continues until Dec. 22 at the Confederation Centre Art Gallery. It features watercolour paintings by P.E.I. artist, Mary Margaret Land.
Cornwall Library Art Gallery features the annual December Group Youth Art Show. The show runs until Jan. 5. Contact Giselle Déziel at 902-566-3347 for information.
Details Past and Present on Victoria row in Charlottetown is showing its newest exhibit, “Smoke and Texture”, featuring ceramic works by Jamie Germaine and paintings by Sandi Komst. Germaine is the owner of Seaclay Pottery, and Komst owns the Out Of Our Minds Gallery in Murray Harbour. Check www.detailspastandpresent.com.
Eptek Art & Culture Centre in Summerside features the Prince County Woodcarvers Guild’s newest exhibit, “Wood Comes to Life” Dec. 3 to Jan. 5. On display until Jan. 5 is “Inspired by Nightingale – Dedicated to God: The Story of Georgina Fane Pope”. Visit www. peimuseum.com, www.facebook. com/EptekCentre or call 902-8888373.
Gallery@The Guild in Charlottetown presents Motivation: A Visual Exploration of Asian Cult. The gallery is on Queen Street.
Summerside Art Club presents Let it Snow at the MacNaught History Centre Gallery, 75 Spring St., until Jan. 18
Gallery 18 in New London has an exhibition entitled “Thérèse D’Amour - A Passion for Nature. The gallery is open noon to 5 p.m., Friday to Sunday, until Christmas. 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.
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. Vicki Reddin-Gauthier will launch her first novel, “Emily’s Letters” on Dec. 16 at the Haviland Club in Charlottetown from 12:30-3:30 p.m.