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1 event, The public is invited to attend the launch of PEI author Dr. Dale McIsaac’s book, Other Duties as Required: Stories from My Teaching Career, at 6:30 pm on June 29 at Beaconsfield Carriage House in Charlottetown. |
1 event,![Photo by Jan Kahanek [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2025/08/writing-jan-kahanek-g3O5ZtRk2E4-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg "writing-jan-kahanek-g3O5ZtRk2E4-unsplash-scaled-1") A weekly writing group for kids aged 6–12 takes place in the Children’s Room at the Charlottetown Library on Tuesdays at 3:30 pm. The group will have story prompts, challenges, and space to work on their own projects. |
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1 event,![Photo by Anastasia Zhenina [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2024/03/books-anastasia-zhenina-XOW1WqrWNKg-unsplash-scaled.jpg "books anastasia-zhenina-XOW1WqrWNKg-unsplash") Drop in to the Charlottetown Library on July 2 at 4 pm to meet Marian Elliott, Alaskan author of Out of the Dark: A Memoir. What begins with the sudden death of her only son becomes a journey into the wilderness of grief, the vast distances of North America, and the fragile rediscovery of hope.… |
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3 events,![Photo by Nick Morrison [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2024/02/writing-nick-morrison-FHnnjk1Yj7Y-unsplash-scaled.jpg "writing nick-morrison-FHnnjk1Yj7Y-unsplash") The Poetry Club meets at 10 am on the first Saturday of each month at the Voluntary Resource Centre in Charlottetown. The next meeting is July 4. Members share a favourite poem by another writer and, if they wish, one of their own. This program is for members of the PEI Writers’ Guild. To become… ![Photo by Aaron Burden [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2023/06/writing-aaron-burden-y02jEX_B0O0-unsplash-scaled.jpg "writing aaron-burden-y02jEX_B0O0-unsplash") The Queer Poetry Club meets on the first Saturday of each month from 2–4 pm at the PEERS Alliance office in Charlottetown. The next meeting is on July 4. The club offers members of the queer community an opportunity to write, read, and listen to poetry in a supportive environment. Snacks and materials are provided,…  PEI author D. Scott MacDonald will launch his new book, Say What: Common Prince Edward Island Sayings on July 4 at 2 pm at Zion Presbyterian |
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1 event, The public is invited to join local author, Nancy Amos, for her book launch at Victoria-By-The-Sea on July 6 at 7 pm at Island Chocolates. Meet the author, get the book (a fun, interactive book for all ages). There will be a reading, a skit, and a song followed by book signing, refreshments and goodies.… |
1 event,A weekly writing group for kids aged 6–12 takes place in the Children’s Room at the Charlottetown Library on Tuesdays at 3:30 pm. The group will have story prompts, challenges, and space to work on their own projects. |
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1 event,Writers who want to dedicate time this summer to their creative writing practice can do so at the Charlottetown Library. Write Here, Write Now will run on July 9 and 23 at 10 am. The group will share writing goals and inspiration at the beginning of each session, try one of the library’s prompts or… |
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2 events,The PEI Writers’ Guild (PEIWG) believes that one of the best things for a writer is to be around other writers. This free, drop-in gathering is for writers of all genres and backgrounds to connect with one another, share and build ideas, and help PEIWG further develop its writing community over a sip of tea…  PEI author Katie Mac will launch her new book, Dunk River Murders, on July 11 at 3:30 pm at Tivoli Cinema in Charlottetown. Anglers are encouraged to attend. A special two-dollar screening of the fly-fishing film A River Runs Through It included as part of the event. |
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1 event,![Photo by Tom Hermans [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2023/07/books-tom-hermans-9BoqXzEeQqM-unsplash-scaled.jpg "books tom-hermans-9BoqXzEeQqM-unsplash") Teens can join the Summerside Library and PEERS Alliance for Bring Your Own Book Club at the library on July 14 at 4 pm. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their latest reads, enjoy snacks, and do the occasional book-themed activity. |
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2 events,![Photo by Freddie Marriage [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2024/05/books-sale-market-freddie-marriage-w8JiSVyjy-8-unsplash-scaled.jpg "books sale market freddie-marriage-w8JiSVyjy-8-unsplash") The Friends of the Summerside Library are holding a book sale on July 18 from 10 am–1 pm. The sale will feature thousands of fiction and non-fiction books, and more. Proceeds will go to family programs and equipment purchases. Donations of gently-used books, puzzles, DVDs, and more are appreciated. Check with library staff about donation… ![Photo by Sixteen Miles Out [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2024/07/write-writing-pen-sixteen-miles-out-0I75875sRVU-unsplash-scaled-e1722350738108.jpg "write writing pen sixteen-miles-out-0I75875sRVU-unsplash") A creative writing group meets at bar1911 in Charlottetown on the third Saturday of every month at 10 am. The next meet-up is July 18. The group is for folks who are looking for a consistent community of writers to share their work and receive constructive feedback on their writing. Hosted by the PEI Writers’… |
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1 event, The Club will meet at the Summerside Library on July 20 at 1 pm. Drop by the circulation desk to pick up a copy of this month’s book selection. |
1 event,![Photo by Jonas Jacobsson [Unsplash.com]](https://buzzpeicom.twic.pics/2023/07/book-jonas-jacobsson-0FRJ2SCuY4k-unsplash-scaled.jpg "book jonas-jacobsson-0FRJ2SCuY4k-unsplash") Club members talk about the books they are currently reading with fellow certified book lovers at this informal conversation-style book club. Get recommendations and share the love of reading with others at the next meeting on July 21 at 6 pm at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre. No assigned reading, no pressure, no registration. |
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3 events,Writers who want to dedicate time this summer to their creative writing practice can do so at the Charlottetown Library. Write Here, Write Now will run on July 9 and 23 at 10 am. The group will share writing goals and inspiration at the beginning of each session, try one of the library’s prompts or…  The PEI Writers’ Guild hosts an open mic on the fourth Thursday of every month at the Gallery Coffee House and Bistro in Charlottetown at 7 pm. The next open mic is July 23. Writers, readers, and keen ears come together for an evening of support for courageous writers. Those interested in reading can sign…  Mass for Shut-Outs will be presented at the Souris Show Hall on July 23 at 7 pm and at the Victoria Playhouse on August 16 at 2 pm. This multidisciplinary performance plays with the shape of a Catholic mass to ask new questions, challenge old stories, and dismantle the gatekeepers’ fortress. Written and performed by… |
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1 event,The Queer Poetry Club meets on the first Saturday of each month from 2–4 pm at the PEERS Alliance office in Charlottetown. The next meeting is on August 1. The club offers members of the queer community an opportunity to write, read, and listen to poetry in a supportive environment. Snacks and materials are provided,… |