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Story Makers
Family FriendlyFree eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA 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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Judy Gaudet Book Launch
Free eventUPEI 550 University Ave, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaIn her third poetry collection, Judy Gaudet “brings us heart-deep and eye-level with Prince Edward Island’s fields, woods, and shores,” says Deirdre Kessler, former PEI Poet Laureate. Published by Island Studies Press, the book will be launched on March 24 at 7 pm in the UPEI Faculty Lounge, Main Building Room 201. The event is free,…
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Writers’ Open Mic
Free eventThe Gallery Coffee House & Bistro 82 Great George St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe 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 March 26. Writers, readers, and keen ears come together for an evening of support for courageous writers. PEIWG recently shifted to in-person sign-up…
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Story Makers
Family FriendlyFree eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA 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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Caitlyn Paxson Book Launch
Free eventHaviland Club 2 Haviland St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaBookmark is launching Island author Caitlyn Paxson’s debut novel A Widow’s Charm on March 31 at 7 pm at The Haviland Club, located at 2 Haviland Street, Charlottetown. Paxson will be joined by Island content creator and book lover Katharine MacDonald for a conversation about her new book. This event is free and all are…
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Basil Bunny Book Launch
Free eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaFamilies can join Tunes and Tales for a morning full of stories, songs, puppets, and crafts for the Basil Bunny book launch at the Charlottetown Library on April 4 at 10 am.
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PEIWG Poetry Club
Voluntary Resource Centre 81 Prince St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe Poetry Club meets at 10 am on the first Saturday of each month at the Voluntary Resource Centre in Charlottetown. The next meeting is April 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…
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Farmer Flory Storytime
Free eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaChildren aged five and under can join Farmer Flory for a storytime to learn all about life on the farm at the Charlottetown Library on April 7 at 10:30 am.
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Story Makers
Family FriendlyFree eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA 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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The Pinch Penny Fair
Confederation Centre of the Arts 145 Richmond St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaFor over 50 years, the Pinch Penny Fair has raised funds to support arts education programs at the Confederation Centre. This year’s Pinch Penny Fair will take place on April 11 from 10 am–1 pm at Confederation Centre of the Arts. Admission is free for children 12 and under. This giant indoor yard sale includes books,…
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Writers’ Social
Free eventBar 1911 113 Longworth Avenue, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe 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…
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Homeschooler Hour
Family FriendlyFree eventSummerside Rotary Library 57 Central St, Summerside, PE, CanadaHomeschool families with children aged 6–12 can explore science, technology, and art while connecting with other homeschooling families at the Homeschooler Hour on April 14 at 2 pm at the Summerside Library. This month’s activity is making plant terrariums.
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Story Makers
Family FriendlyFree eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA 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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Breadalbane Write Outloud
Breadalbane Community Centre 4023 Dixon Rd, Breadalbane, PE, CanadaApril is the final month for the 2026 season of Breadalbane Write Outloud. Write Outloud is a vibrant evening of poetry, storytelling, and song. The event will be held on April 15 at 6:30 pm at the Breadalbane Community Centre. Hosted by Haley Lewis and Jon Rehder, this month’s event will feature Bonnie LeClair, Deirdre…
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Island Playwrights’ Cabaret
The Arts Guild 111 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaThe PEI Chapter of the Playwrights Atlantic Resource Centre (PARC) presents their annual Island Playwrights’ Cabaret at The Arts Guild in Charlottetown on April 17 at 6:30 pm. Presented alongside readings by local playwrights from the Fresh From the Island Playwriting Workshops in partnership with Young at Heart Theatre and PARC, the Cabaret is designed…
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Creative Writing Group
Free eventBar 1911 113 Longworth Avenue, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA creative writing group meets at bar1911 in Charlottetown on the third Saturday of every month at 10 am. The next meet-up is April 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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Book Reading with GWBI Buddhist Nuns
Free eventBook-lovers are invited to an hour-long reading at Timothy’s Cafe on April 18 at 2 pm with Buddhist nuns from the Great Wisdom Buddhist Institute (GWBI), the translators of Kindling Hope: Daily Passages from Darkness into Light. All are welcome. Info: @gwbi.pei on FB
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Summerside Library Afternoon Book Club
Free eventSummerside Rotary Library 57 Central St, Summerside, PE, CanadaThe Club will meet at the Summerside Library on April 20 at 1 pm. Drop by the circulation desk to pick up a copy of this month’s book selection.
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Story Makers
Family FriendlyFree eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaA 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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Book Lovers Book Club
Free eventCharlottetown Library Learning Centre 97 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE, CanadaClub 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 April 21 at 6 pm at the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre. No assigned reading, no pressure, no registration.