FRIDAY
Borden-Carleton Playgroup
Borden-Carleton Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Community Library in Fire Hall, 244 Borden Ave. Fridays. Children and grown-ups chance to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 23
Summerside Playgroup
Playgroups hosted by Family Place, 75 Central St., Summerside, Fridays. Children and grown-ups chance to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 23
Cooking for Arthritis Class
Join Sobeys dietitian for free Cooking for Arthritis class. Learn which foods can help with arthritis. Recipes and samples provided. Class at Sobeys Summerside. Register by emailing [email protected] or calling 902-436-6731.
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., March 23
Playing and Reading
Wiggle, Giggle, Read program Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. at Summerside Rotary Library, Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St. Rhymes, songs and playtime activities for babies 0-36 months and caregivers.
10:30 a.m., March 23
Lenten Worship Service
Annual Lenten Worship Services at noon, luncheon at 12:30 p.m., sponsored by Summerside and Area Christian Council, on Fridays in Lent. This week at Salvation Army at 374 Pope Rd. Donations of $5 appreciated with funds going to Merrill J. MacLeod Bursary and community needs/programs in Summerside area.
12 noon, March 23
Knit, Crochet, Chat
Knit, Crochet and Chat offered Fridays at 1 p.m. at O’Leary Public Library. For experienced or just beginners, bring in projects, get ideas and socialize.
1 p.m., March 23
Family Karaoke
All ages welcome for very informal karaoke. Bound to be giggling as participants find their inner superstar. At Slemon Park Community Room.
6 p.m., March 23
Kensington Lions Cards
Kensington Lions Club hosts Auction card games every Friday at 7 p.m. at Kensington Legion, 30 Garden Dr.
7 p.m., March 23
Summerside Legion Darts
Darts at Summerside Legion Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 8 p.m., as well as Sundays at 12 noon. New members welcome.
7:30 p.m., March 23
Chase Ace and Karaoke
St. Eleanors Lions Club Chase the Ace draw. Tickets: $5 each, available at the club Monday to Friday, 4-8 p.m. Draw at 8 p.m. Friday. Don’t have to be present to win. Followed by Karaoke with Yogi and Booboo.
8 p.m., March 23
Evangeline Chase the Ace
Evangeline Rec Centre, Acadian Musical Village, and Mont-Carmel Parish Chase the Ace draw Friday at Acadian Musical Village, Abram-Village. Jackpot: $29,500 in 28 cards remaining. Doors open 7 p.m. Draw 9 p.m. Entertainment this week: Paul Arsenault, on from 8-10 p.m. Free admission, for 19 plus. Contact: 902-854-3300.
8-10 p.m., March 23
SATURDAY
Christian Business Breakfast
Canadian Christian Business Federation Summerside Chapter meeting. Connect with other Christian men and women involved in business or the professions. Share, learn and network. Discussion 36: Priorities. At Granville Street Diner, 454 Granville St., Summerside Confirm attendance with Allan Ramjattan at [email protected]
7:30-8:30 a.m., March 24
Crafts at Library
Spring crafts and story time at Abram-Village Public Library.
10 a.m., March 24
Makerspace and Lego
Makerspace at 10 a.m. every Saturday, offering DIY spaces where families can gather to create, invent and learn. Lego Club meets Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. offering fun building with Lego. Both at Summerside Rotary Library, Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., March 24
Healthy Living – Young Living
Free Young Living session at Linkletter Community Centre, 1670 Route 11, Linkletter Road. Learn how to easily, effectively, and affordably turn a home into toxic-free zone, while supporting physical, mental and emotional health.
10:30 a.m., March 24
Adult Book Club
Join Adult Book Club for lively discussion about some of today’s most thought-provoking books. Pick up copy of latest book club selection at main circulation desk.
At Summerside Rotary Library in the Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
2 p.m., March 24
Legion Kitchen Party
Kitchen party at Summerside Legion from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring music of Kurk Bernard.
2-5 p.m., March 24
Barbecue Pork Dinner
St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 391 Nelson Street, Crapaud, hosting annual Barbecue Pork Dinner with two seatings: 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $16 per person and available from Heather Moore at 902-658-2642; Cindy MacKinnon at 902-658-2263 or Connie MacKinnon at 902-658-2333.
4:30 and 5:30 p.m., March 24
Helping Hands Jamboree
Helping Hands Band Jamboree at St. Anthony's Hall, Route 2, Woodstock. Admission at the door. Music, fun and lunch.
7:30 p.m., March 24
Club 50 Dance
Dance every Saturday night at Club 50 in Abram-Village from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. (weather permitting). Dancing to country and old rock and roll by live band. Lunch and 50/50 draw. Admission $6.
8:30-11:30 p.m., March 24
O’Leary Chase the Ace
Chase the Ace for O’Leary rink, curling club and Legion. Draw on Saturday evenings at O’Leary Legion around 10 p.m.
10 p.m., March 24
SUNDAY
Indoor Flea Market
Flea market featuring antiques, tools, local crafts, knitting, new and used items, at Linkletter Community Centre, 1670 Route 11, every Sunday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For tables phone Kari at 902-786-9979. Free admission.
8 a.m.-1 p.m., March 25
Drawing and Colouring
Enjoy drawing cartoons? Come join others in a friendly, casual environment and draw together at Cartoon Drawing Group at 12:30 p.m. Sundays. Also Family Colouring and Drawing from 1 to 4 p.m. with drawing challenges and colouring sheets for all ages. At Summerside Rotary Library, Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
12:30 and 1 p.m., March 25
Acoustic Music Jam
Acoustic Music Jam every Sunday, 2 to 8:30 p.m. at Acadian Musical Village (Expo-Centre) in Abram-Village. Presented by Evangeline Bluegrass Festival and Acadian Musical Village. Admission: $3. Adults only. Supper served at 5 p.m. for $10. Door prize and 50/50 draw. Contact 902-854-2324.
2-8:30 p.m., March 25
Bonshaw Ceilidh
Monthly ceilidh concert at Bonshaw Hall. Performers: musical guests Drea MacDonald, The Whiskey Boys, Treble Makers, Hannah and Grace Thompson, plus regulars: Laura Lefebvre, Herb MacDonald, Phil Pineau, and/or Tony the Troubador. 50/50 draw, lunch, and open stage time. Admission by donation with proceeds going to upkeep for Bonshaw Hall. For info: 902-675-4093. Storm date, Easter Monday, April 2.
2-4 p.m., March 25
St. Louis Music
Music night at St. Louis Community Centre. Performing: Keelin Wedge, Elaine Wedge and Christine Cameron. Admission: $5. Music and lunch provided.
7:30 p.m., March 25
MONDAY
Rock & Talk Playgroup
Rock & Talk Playgroup hosted by Family Place, 75 Central St., Summerside, Mondays, for babies, toddlers and caregivers. Allow children and grown-ups chance to socialize. Staff co-ordinates activities, educational toys, healthy snack and Parent Child Mother Goose circle time. Call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 26
Miscouche Playgroups
Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Miscouche Rec Centre, High School St. Mondays 9:30-11:30 a.m. Children and grown-ups chance to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 26
Kinkora Playgroups
Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Kinkora Place, 45 Anderson St., Mondays 9:30-11:30 a.m. Children and grown-ups chance to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 26
Reading and Crafts
Story reading and crafts at Coles bookstore at County Fair Mall. Part of March Break activities at Summerside mall.
11 a.m.-12 p.m., March 26
Mini Golf, Campfire Stories
Play a round of mini golf at Summerside Rotary Library, in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St. Nine-hole mini golf course for free. Call library to reserve tee time between 1 and 4 p.m. Campfire Pajama Storytime at 6:30 p.m. also at library. Wear pajamas for cozy evening storytime with activities and games. March Break activities.
1 and 6:30 p.m., March 26
Federal Retirees Meeting
Federal Retirees Branch annual meeting at Royal Canadian Legion Summerside, 340 Notre Dame St. Tickets on sale during meeting for May 7 dinner at 12 noon at St. Eleanors Lions Club, Summerside.
2 p.m., March 26
Gentle Yoga
Join Karen Langevin for gentle yoga class. One-hour class perfect for beginners, seniors or those coming back to yoga or looking for gentle practice. Will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, while creating wider range of flexibility. $5 per class. Bring a mat and small blanket or beach towel. At Slemon Park Plaza. Contact: Kim at 902-888-7192.
6-7 p.m., March 26
Richmond Bay Watershed
Richmond Bay Watershed Association annual general meeting in basement of Immaculate Conception Church, Western Road, Richmond.
7 p.m., March 26
Legion Bluegrass Concert
Bluegrass and Acoustic Music concert at Summerside Legion, 7-9 p.m. featuring the Arsenault Brothers. Open-mike performers, 7-7:30 p.m., have free admission. Admission $5. 50/50 draw and door prize. Bring acoustic instruments for jam after concert.
7-9 p.m., March 26
Parkview Seniors Crib
Cribbage games on Mondays at 7 p.m. at Parkview Seniors’ Club, 335 Central St., Summerside.
7 p.m., March 26
Seaview Hall Games
Card and Crokinole games night at Sea View Hall Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Light lunch served.
7:30 p.m., March 26
TUESDAY
Super Hero Storytime
March Break Super Hero Family Storytime at O'Leary Public Library. Come dressed as favourite super hero for fun activities for preschoolers and their older siblings.
10:30 a.m., March 27
Bouncy Houses
Bouncy Houses at County Fair Mall from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Part of March Break activities at Summerside mall.
11 a.m.-3 p.m., March 27
St. Paul’s Bridge
Bridge players meet at St. Paul’s Church in Summerside Tuesdays at 12:45 p.m. for friendly game. All welcome.
12:45 p.m., March 27
Spy School, Art Contest
Summerside Rotary Library Spy School at 1 p.m. Try out spy activities and learn new spy skills. Ages 6-12. Ugly Art Contest for Teens at 3 p.m. Make ugliest, tackiest, gaudiest piece of art – drawing, painting, sculpture, or whatever. Art will be displayed and judged and ugliest wins a trophy. All art materials provided. Ages 12 and up. Library in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
1 and 3 p.m., March 27
Parkview Seniors Games
Parkview Seniors Tuesday activities: Bingo at 1 p.m. and Auction cards at 7 p.m. weekly at Parkview Seniors’ Club, 335 Central St., Summerside.
1 and 7 p.m., March 27
Stroller Fit Program
Stroller Fit hosted by Family Place, at Credit Union Place walking track Tuesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m. Group for new parents of all ages and their wee ones, free. Get some exercise and meet and socialize with other new parents. Registration not required. For info, drop in to Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
1:30-2:30 p.m., March 27
Reading and Teen Drop-In
Wiggle, Giggle, Read program Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Rhymes, songs and playtime activities for babies 0-36 months and caregivers. Teen Drop-in Tuesdays at 4 p.m. for choice of social space or quiet space for studying. Weekly activities, board games, Wi-Fi, gaming, resume help, healthy snacks. At Summerside Rotary Library, Inspire Learning Centre.
1:30 and 4 p.m., March 27
Teen Book Club
Teens grades 8 through 12 meet at Summerside Rotary Library each month to talk about books and socialize. Pick up copy of current book club pick at main circulation desk and join in the fun.
4 p.m., Mar. 27
The Shed
Come to The Shed to listen to jam session and bring an instrument if you play. Every Tuesday night, free admission, for adults any age. At Slemon Park Hotel and Conference Centre. Contact: Kim at 902-888-7192.
7-9 p.m., March 27
Summerside Legion Crib
Cribbage matches at Summerside Legion starting at 7 p.m. Tuesdays.
7 p.m., March 27
WEDNESDAY
Kensington Playgroups
Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Murray Christian Centre, School St., Kensington. Wednesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m. until June 20. Chance for children and grown-ups to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 28
Quilting for Beginners
Learn quilt-making basics in free Quilting for Beginners class Wednesdays at Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre. Learn how to sew basic block square and assemble sampler quilt. Registration required as space is limited. Participants must provide their own material (sewing machine, thread and fabric).
10 a.m.-12 noon, March 28
Prenatal, Breastfeeding Groups
Bosom Buddies Breastfeeding Support Group Breastfeeding group at 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. To register, drop in, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., March 28
Zoo Farm Show and Tell
Bunny Trail Zoo Farm show and tell at County Fair Mall from 1 to 5 p.m. Part of March Break activities at Summerside mall.
1-5 p.m., March 28
Library Carnival Day
Carnival fun, games, and activities at library’s March Break Carnival Day. Free fun for children and families at Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
1 p.m., March 28
Hospice Annual Meeting
West Prince Hospice annual meeting at St. Martha’s in Western Hospital, Alberton. Volunteers encouraged to attend.
1:30 p.m., March 28
Parkview Ceilidh
Parkview Ceilidh with musical group Dunromin (Harold and Marnie Noye, Vans Bryant, John Campbell and Jim Dixon) performing at Parkview Seniors’ Club, 335 Central St., Summerside. Lunch and 50/50. If school is cancelled, ceilidh will be cancelled.
7:30 p.m., March 28
Fox Chase the Ace
Silver Fox Chase the Ace in aid of Junior Curling and Sailing. Draw every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Do not have to be present to win. Purchase tickets at Silver Fox, D.A. MacDonald Ltd. or Waugh’s Food Centre, Summerside.
8:30 p.m., March 28
THURSDAY
Postnatal Group
Beyond the Bump Postnatal Group at Family Place, 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. Register at Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or [email protected].
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 29
Eptek Lunchtime Films
Eptek Lunchtime films Thursdays at noon. Some new films and others from late Friend, Blanche Hogg. This week: “Rick Steves’ European Easter (60 min.) distributed by Back Door Productions. Bring a lunch; coffee, tea, cookies served by Friends of Eptek. No charge but donations accepted for refreshments.
12 noon, March 29
Magic Performances
Free Mr. Magic performances at County Fair Mall, Summerside, from 1 to 2 p.m. and 3 to 4 p.m. Part of mall’s March Break activities.
1 and 3 p.m., March 29
Giant Board Games
Come play giant versions of favourite board games at Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St. Free family fun for children and families. March Break at library activity.
1 p.m., March 29
Parkview Seniors Cards
Card games on Thursdays at Parkview Seniors’ Club. Canasta at 1 p.m. and Auction at 7 p.m. At 335 Central St., Summerside.
1 and 7 p.m., March 29
Lego at Library
Lego at O’Leary Public Library. Drop in and build. Check out a Lego volcano.
4 p.m., March 29
FRIDAY
PCH Auxiliary Sale
PCH Auxiliary annual sale of gently-used clothing and accessories at Summerside Presbyterian Church, 130 Victoria Rd., April 13 and 14. For donations and drop-off times call 902-432-3803. Sale on Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Inquiries: Mary Curran at 902-432-3803.
9 a.m.-7 p.m., April 13
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 14
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