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CEILIDHS/JAMS/ KITCHEN PARTIES Ceilidhs are Fridays at St. Peters Circle Club, St. Peters, 7:30-11 p.m.

A ceilidh is at the Kaylee Hall,

Fridays, Pooles Corner, 8-11 p.m. Admission is $5.

A jam session is at the North Rustico Lions Club on Saturday, 4-8 p.m.

A kitchen party

is Jan. 17, 8-10 p.m., at the Acadian Musical Village, Abram-Village. Chase the Ace tickets are available until 9 p.m. The jackpot is $16,000 with 45 cards. Entertainment is by Perry Batten. There is free admission to this adults-only event.

A Legion Kitchen Party

is at the Summerside Legion on Jan. 18, 2-5 p.m. Keelin Wedge will be the featured guest.

Saturday Jams

are 3-5 p.m. at Copper Bottom Brewing in Montague, featuring members of the Rubber Boot Band and friends of the Booters.

Irish music session with Roy Johnstone and friends is Sundays, 2-5 p.m. Players are welcome.

Acoustic music jams are Sundays at the Acadian Musical Village (Expo Center), Abram-Village, with the next one Jan. 19, 2-8 p.m. Admission is $3 for 19 and over. There will also be a door prize and a 50/50 draw. Supper is available ($10 HST included) served at 5 p.m. Call 902854-2324 or 902-854-3300.

The next ceilidh in the Kelly’s Cross Community Centre is Jan. 19, 7 p.m., with emcee Jackie Molyneaux. The show opens with the House Band (Bill and Gertie Campbell, Elmer Doiron, Dorothy Farish, Mike Johnston). Entertainers are Pat Molyneaux, Mike Johnston, Sophia Kenley, Treble Markers, Cindy Ellands-Arsenault, Stephanie Sark, Gail Thibideau-Desroches and Lilly MacFadyen. The centre is wheelchair accessible, located at 1475 Route 13, Kelly’s Cross. Admission at the door will include light lunch, tea and coffee. There will also be a 50/50 draw.

The monthly Stratford Lions ceilidh is Jan. 21, 7 p.m., at the Cotton Centre, 57 Bunbury Rd. Entertainment includes Emmett Decoursey, Cliff Martin, Robert Cain, Tom Leclair, John Hume, Urban MacAdam, Joyce Arsenault, Wayne Diamond, Cara Dalaney and Tip er Back (Allen

Betts, Clive Currie, Darlene Bradley. Wade Murray). The emcee is Avery Blaxland. Admission is $6 with a free light lunch. For more information, call Erma Rose at 902-5693956.

The Shed at Slemon Park hosts a jam, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., at Slemon Park Hotel and Conference Centre. Contact Kim, 902-888-7192. Those who play are invited to bring an instrument. There is free admission to this 19-and-over event.

Acoustic jams are Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m., at Murphy’s Community Centre, Richmond Street, Charlottetown (except on holidays). Everyone is welcome to bring an instrument or listen. There is a nominal fee of $2, which goes to the centre to cover expenses. Contact Caroline, 902-940-9565 or email jonescb@ eastlink.ca.

An informal, acoustic traditional music session

is Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., at the Old Triangle, Charlottetown. Players and dancers are welcome.

Helping Hands Band Jamboree

is at St. Anthony’s Hall, Route 2. Woodstock, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m. Funds raised support local charities. Admission is at the door.

The monthly Bonshaw

ceilidh will be held on Jan. 26, 2-4 p.m., at the Bonshaw Hall (storm date is Feb. 2. Admission is by donation with proceeds going to the P.E.I. chapter of the Council of Canadians. The hall is accessible for smaller wheelchairs.

Blues Jam with Whiskey Business

is at Baba’s Lounge on the first Saturday of each month, with the next one on Feb. 1, 5:30-8 p.m. The first set features rockin’ blues originals and covers, and the second set is an open blues jam. More information at: https://www. facebook.com/whiskeybusinesspei/ CONCERTS

Got Blues Matinee is at The Factory Downtown, 189 Kent St., Charlottetown, Jan. 18, 2:30-4:30 p.m., with guests singer Theresa Malenfant and guitarist/singer Scott Medford from New Brunswick. Hosted weekly by Got Blues (Chris Roumbanis and friends Reg Ballagh and Mike Robicheau), the second set is always an electric blues jam. Go to http://www.facebook.com/ groups/306169336775.

Barenaked Ladies co-founder

Steven Page brings songs from his 30-year catalogue to the stage of the Homburg Theatre, Confederation entre of the Arts, Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. He will be backed up by the P.E.I. Symphony Orchestra.

Nathan Wiley takes the stage at the Pourhouse of the Old Triangle on Jan. 18, 8 p.m. Tickets are at www.trailside.ca.

Trinity United Church in Summerside

presents Ivan and Vivian Hicks as part of its 2019 – 2020 Concert Series on Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m. Both are distinguished for their contribution to preserve and promote old-time fiddling throughout North America. Advance tickets are available during regular business office hours at the church, 90 Spring St. in Summerside for $12. Tickets may also be purchased at the door, which opens at 1:15 p.m. for $15. Storm date is Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.. For more information, contact the church office at 902-436-3155.

An Evening of Inspiration and

Song is Jan. 19, 7 p.m., at Music at the Manse in Marshfield.

A bluegrass and acoustic music

concert featuring Wendell Cameron, Gary Arsenault, Mike Johnson and Romona Roberts is Jan. 20, 7-8:30 p.m., at Summerside Legion. Admission is $5. There is a 50/50 draw and door prizes. Bring a friend and acoustic instruments for a jam after the concert.

Musicman Michael Pendergast’s half-hour show of songs, dances, marches and tunes

for at-home parents and grandparents who wish to expand children and their sibling’s social skills and musical ears is Tuesdays, 10:45 a.m., at the Confederation Court Mall food court. A small family price is suggested. See Confederation Court Mall online for cancellations.

Island Jazz with host Dan Rowswell

is Thursdays, 8 p.m., at Baba’s in Charlottetown with a special guest each week. On Jan. 23, guest Todd MacLean sings Sinatra.

The Caledonian Club’s annual Robbie Burns Concert

is Jan. 24, 7 p.m., at the Carrefour Theatre, 5 Acadian Dr. Charlottetown. Celtic tenor Tom MacDonald, guitarist Rob Wolfe, Arisaig, N. S. will perform along with Island performers Todd MacLean and John Rehder, the multi- talented Flora and Matt MacLaine and gifted dancer Janelle Banks and friends. The storm date is Jan. 25, at the same time and place. The event also includes the Address to the Haggis which will be served together with Roddie MacLean’s famous oatcakes and light refreshments at intermission. Admission is $15, adults and under-12, free. Email caledonianclubofpei@gmail. com or call 902-675-2359 to reserve tickets.

Dennis Ellsworth songwriting circle

is at the Pourhouse of the Old Triangle on Jan. 2425, 8 p.m. Tickets are available at www.trailside.ca.

The P.E.I. Intermediate Honours Band,

featuring students from across P.E.I., will perform a concert on Jan. 26, 2 p.m., at the P.E.I. Convention Centre (Delta hotel) in Charlottetown. General admission is $5 at the door. For more information, contact Kirsten MacLaine, ktmaclaine@edu. pe.ca or 902-963-2915, ext. 228.

The QEH Winter Fundraising Concert Series

hosted by Treble with Girls welcomes Keelin Wedge and Courtney HoganChandler on Jan. 26, 2 p.m., at the Assumption Parish Centre in Stratford. The family-friendly fundraiser for the QEH Foundation includes door prizes, a 50/50 draw and a homemade lunch at intermission. The fully accessible hall is at 145 Stratford Rd.

UPEI Department of Music Recital Series 2019-2020 continues Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m. (storm date, Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m.), at the Dr. Steel Recital Hall, UPEI, featuring the Dr. Frances Gray Performance Competition. Admission is adults, $15, students, $10.

Ashley Condon is in concert on Feb. 1 at Copper Bottom Brewing, 568 Main St., Montague. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. This is a 19-and-over event.

Trinity United Church in Summerside presents Ivan and Vivian Hicks as part of its 2019 – 2020 Concert Series

on Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m. Both are distinguished for their contribution to preserve and promote old-time fiddling throughout North America. Advance tickets are available during regular business office hours at the church, 90 Spring St. in Summerside for $12 or you can purchase tickets at the door for $15. Doors open at 1:15p.m. Storm date Feb. 9, at 2:00 PM. For more information, contact the church office at 902-436-3155.

The QEH Winter Fundraising Concert Series

hosted by Treble with Girls welcomes Cynthia MacLeod on Feb. 2, 2 p.m. (rescheduled from Jan. 12), at the Assumption Parish Centre in Stratford. The family-friendly fundraiser for the QEH Foundation includes door prizes, a 50/50 draw and a homemade lunch at intermission. The fully accessible hall is at 145 Stratford Rd. FUNDRAISER

The ninth annual Robbie Burns fundraising gala

is being put on by the College of Piping Celtic Arts Performance Centre on Jan. 25 at Credit Union Place in Summerside. Hosted by Alan Buchanan, enjoy a Scottish ceilidh, a three-course roast beef dinner. There is also a complementary shuttle back and forth from

Charlottetown. For information, call 902-436-5377 or 1-877-BAG-PIPE or visit collegeofpiping.com. DANCES

FallBack ‘50s/’60s rock ’n’ roll dances

are at the Silver Fox, 110 Water St., Summerside, Thursdays, 8-11 p.m. Admission is at the door. Contact 902-315-0817 or www.fallbackmusic.com.

A dance is at the Hillsborough Community Centre

on Jan. 17, 8:30-11:30 p.m., with Music and Friends. A lunch will be served at intermission.

Rustico Bay Seniors’ dance

is at 2104 Church Rd., South Rustico, with the next one on Jan. 18, 8-11 p.m., with music by Country Steel. There will also be a door prize, a 50/50 draw and a light lunch.

A dance is at the Kaylee Hall,

Poole’s Corner, Jan. 18, 8:30 p.m., with music by Rustlers. THEATRE/ COMEDY/DANCE/ VARIETY SHOWS

Popalopalots will perform at The Guild

on Jan. 25, 8 p.m., performing their make-it-upon-the-spot sketch comedy that has the audience laughing when they succeed, and laughing even harder when they fail.

Comedian Jimmy the Janitor

will perform Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m., at the Kaylee Hall at Pooles Corner. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Mel’s Petro Canada in Montague. It’s good clean comedy for 14 years plus.

Come ian Jimmy the Janitor

will perform on Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m., at Celtic Performing Arts Centre in Summerside. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the box office in Summerside or at ticketpro.ca. It’s good clean comedy for 14 years plus

The Mattman Hypnosis Presents: Dreamchaser

on Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m., at Harbourfront Theatre in Summerside.

Ledwell and Haines Shack Wacky Review

is Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at the P.E.I. Brewing Company in Charlottetown, featuring Patrick Ledwell and Mark Haines. FILMS

The Friends of Eptek Centre’s Lunchtime Film series

continues Jan. 23 at noon with Scenic Railway Journeys of the World: The Grand Tour (55 minutes), distributed by Reader’s Digest. Bring a sandwich; the Friends provide tea/coffee and cookies. There is no charge, however, donations are accepted for the refreshments. Eptek Centre, a site of the P.E.I. Museum and Heritage Foundation, is at 130 Heather Moyse Dr., Summerside.