COMMUNITY
Beaconsfield Children’s Festival
Beaconsfield Children’s Festival presents theatrical performances Mon-Fri at 11 am. Two new children’s musicals written and directed by Lisa Carmody of Charlottetown feature the Troubadour Children’s Theatre. Adventures in La La Land runs on Mon and Fri and Once Upon a Rhyme plays Tue, Wed, Thur. The Beaconsfield Children’s Festival takes place from July 14 to Aug 29 for all ages in Beaconsfield’s Carriage House located at the corner of West and Kent Streets in Charlottetown. Admission is charged. 368-6603
Montague art camps
Summer camp programs are held at the Montague ARTS Centre. centreforperformingartspei@yahoo.ca, 838-2787
Drama classes
Drama classes resume Sept 13: class for ages 5-15 will be held from 10:00-11:30 am; a play-writing class for ages 10-15 will be held from 12-2 pm. Performances of material generated will be rehearsed and performed in the second session after Christmas. For info and to register: Ruth Lacey at 675-4282
Confederation Centre events
Schurman Family Studio Summer 2008 Visual Arts Camps are held at the Confederation Centre for ages 7-12. Instruction begins at 9 am and ends at 4 pm. Dates for sessions and themes are as follows: July 28-Aug 1, performance art; Aug 4-8, graphic art; Aug 11-15, textiles; Aug 18-22, media arts. 902-628-6111, artgallery@confederationcentre.com
Family Sunday: Michael Snow is the inspiration for this month’s Family Sunday. What happens next in his film? You and your little one will decide on Aug 17, 2-4 pm. For children ages 4 to 10, and their caregivers
Young@Arts Art-Eco Camp
Let your child learn through doing at the Young@Arts Art-Eco Camp for youth ages 11-14. Organized in partnership with the Confederation Centre and Parks Canada National Park, the camp activities will focus on the connection between nature and the arts and will explore natural themes relating to ecological integrity issues in the park. Each day campers will meet with Park experts to learn about ecological issues and then explore them through arts-related activities. Campers will have the chance to explore diverse pond life, delicate dune ecosystems, age-old forests and the heritage that developed in the area. Campers will be able to experiment with both conventional art and other incorporations of art from the natural environment. Many different styles will be explored from instruction in scientific sketching, to land art, painting, sculpture, sand casting and performance art. The camp will highlight the importance of ecological integrity while encouraging creative experiences in a hands-on learning environment. The program runs daily in Cavendish Grove (former Rainbow Valley site) from Aug 4-8, 9 am-4 pm, in indoor and outdoor facilities. Info or to register: 628-6111, artgallery@confederationcentre.com
Sharing a Love of Nature
“Sharing a Love of Nature” programs take place at the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell this summer: Aug 4-8 for ages 10-12; and Aug18-22 for ages 6-12. Children will learn about birds, forests, wildflowers, amphibians, water and mammals and take part in a wide variety of nature-related activities and games. Activities will take place in the Nature Centre and on the Homestead grounds. The programs run from 9 am to 3 pm. Eric at 651-2575. 651-2575, www.macphailwoods.org
French summer day camps
Register now for CPF-PEI French summer day camps. Students in grades 1-6 in French Immersion or French language will have the opportunity to use their French skills, explore French culture and themes such as Celebrating holidays, Sports and Leisure and Games and Challenges. Camps will include sports, games, artistic activities, and swimming. The camps will be held in Charlottetown, Summerside and Montague during Aug. Youth 9-17 years of age can participate in Magdalene Island camps sponsored by CPF-P.E.I. Gail at 368-7240
Programs for youth at Wyatt
Wyatt Heritage Properties offers seven different youth programs to young people between the ages of six and twelve. Geared towards children who enjoy learning with the hands on approach, the programs are filled with historic detail delivered in a fun-filled manner. Participants can take part in programs about metal works, papermaking, sandcasting, pirates, potatoes, artifacts, and the making of bread. Participants must preregister for the programs offered on Tue, Wed, and Thur. www.wyattheritage.com, 432-1298
Children’s Library
Upcoming Events in the Children’s Loft
Confederation Centre Public Library (August 2008): Summer reading activities continue in the children’s loft area of the Confederation Centre Public Library. If you have not signed up for the summer reading club, there is still some time to do so. There are a few logbooks and posters left to be picked up. This year the theme of the TD Summer Reading Club all across Canada is LOL—Laugh out Loud/Lire aux Larmes. Activities with the LOL theme will continue until Aug 13. Programs for children ages 6-12 are: Aug 4 If I had a million Onions, Aug 5 is Jillian Jiggs and her wonderful pigs, Aug 7 Unusual/Funny Pets and a surprise, Aug 11 Board game morning. These programs start at 10 am. The last funny movie afternoon will be on Aug 4 at 1 pm movie TBA. There will be an Origami program for ages 6 and up on Aug 5. No need to bring any paper, but pre-registration is necessary as space is limited. Aug 6 is pet day for children ages 1-5. At 10 a m there will be a short puppet play. Bring your favourite stuffed toy and enjoy some laugh out loud animal stories. There will be a special visit from members of the PEI Humane Society. This is the last day to drop off a toy or treat for homeless animals at the Humane Society. The closing party for the summer reading club will be held on Aug 13 at 10 am. Certificates will be given out to those who have read and joined the club. There will be reading and refreshments served. Come in and celebrate all of the reading that you have done so far this summer. Mary Lou at 368-4648. A full line up of programs taking place in both the adult and children’s area of the library will be posted in the next edition of The Buzz. Info: Mary Lou Hansen, www.library.pe.ca, 368-4648
Five Houses Workshops
Five Houses Summer Workshops offer sessions in fiddle, guitar, arts and crafts, fine art, writing, and drama at St. Peters Bay. The instructors are Marie McEachern, Tim Chaisson, Emily Carlaw, Joanne Talbot Quinn, Ellen Klien, and Beck Viau. On Aug 16 from 9 am-12 pm Creative Dramatics/Theatre Arts for teens and adults will be held at St. Peters Courthouse Theatre. Childrens Arts and Crafts takes place Aug 4-8 from 9-10:30 am at St. Peters Community Centre. Childrens Art takes place Aug 4-8 from 11-12:30 am at St. Peters Community Centre. Creative Arts and Theatre Arts will be held Aug 11-15 at St Peters Courthouse Theatre. Ellen Klein teaches Creative Dramatics/Theatre Arts from 9-10:30 am for ages 10 to 12 and Creative Dramatics/Theatre Arts from 11 am-1 pm for ages 13+. At St Peters Circle Club, Tim Chaisson will teach fiddle from 9-10:30 am for beginners and at 11 am-12:30 pm for beginners plus to advanced. From 1-2:30 pm Tim Chaisson will teach guitar for mixed levels. Drawing will take place at St. Peters Community Centre with Beck Viau from 9-10:30 am for ages 8 and under, from 11 am-12:30 pm for ages 8-12, and at 12:30 pm for ages 13-adult. Register in advance: Marie McEachern at fivehousessummerworkshops@live.com, www.fivehousessummerworkshops.com, 1-902-961-3130, 1-774-238-8125.
Red Cross day camps
Canadian Red Cross day camp program, which focuses on water safety, will be offered this year from six locations, including four beaches around the Island, as well as pools in Summerside and Charlottetown. The PEI government provides funding for the program including transportation by bus for participants. During the two-week sessions, children participate in a swimming program, and, depending on their age, take part in either the Junior Outdoor Club (ages 4 to 8) or the boating program (ages 9 to 15). Older youth learn canoeing and rowing skills, as well as rescue and survival techniques. Younger children learn about active living, first aid, outdoor and neighbourhood safety and protecting the environment. To register contact the Red Cross office in Charlottetown. Registration for day camps at the Credit Union Place pool in Summerside and the CARI Aquatics Facility in Charlottetown can be done on site. The beach locations for camps are: Souris, Tignish, West Point and Campbellton.
Haunting Tales of Sunken Sails
As the sun sets at Green Park Shipbuilding Museum in Port Hill on Aug 7, the spirits will rise from the deep to bring you an evening of mysterious happenings. Join story teller Wayne Wright for bone chilling tales by the shore of Campbell’s Creek while the kids play creepy games. As darkness falls, young and old will come together to walk our haunted path, where the voices of the past still linger. Conclude your evening with a daring entry into the 143 year old Gothic style home of James Yeo Jr for spine tingling stories of the supernatural shared by Gerald McNally and friends. Snacks, treats and refreshments will be served throughout the night. You may purchase your tickets early at the Tyne Valley Drug Mart or by calling Debbie at 831-2496 or the Shipbuilding Museum at 831-7947.
Harness Racing Camp
Book your adventure and experience the Harness Racing Camp—A Magical Summer Day at the Pinette Raceway located in the Eastern end of PEI. Learn the basics of horse safety and care, stall cleaning, grooming, basic anatomy and equipment, harnessing, and then take the reins for a ride around the oval with an experienced driver by your side , on one of the custom-made jog carts. Select booking dates available to Aug 22, 9 am-3 pm Mon thru Fri. Camps are for those 12 years and older unless accompanied by an adult. 902-894-6511, www.peimatineetracks.com susan.mrdp@pei.aibn.com
Old Home Week
Children’s programs at Old Home Week in Charlottetown (Charlottetown Civic Centre) Aug 7-16 are: Wild West Show with horse riding tricks and feats of balance and control; Brad the Balloon Guy creating characters from Batman to Shrek to his own wildly unique works; Splasn’N Boots musical duo performing catch, funny songs and skits; and Jon the Cowguy combining the best of circus tricks, magic and plain old silliness. 902-629-6623, www.oldhomeWeekPEI.com
2008 Youth Talent Competition
Various fairs and exhibitions are hosting The 2008 Youth Talent Competition on PEI this summer and are looking for talented Island Youth between the ages of 13 and 21 years to participate. This competition is open to singers, dancers, musicians and novelty acts. Maximum number per group of entertainers is 5 participants. Venues for the 2008 Youth Talent Competition are L’Exposition agricole et le Festival acadien (July 16); Prince County Exhibition (July 31); Kensington Community Harvest Festival (August 17); the Provincial Plowing Match and Agricultural Fair, Dundas (August 24) and the Eastern Kings Exhibition (September 12). Winners from each of these competitions will compete at the Youth Talent Search 2008 Provincial Championship on August 29. The provincial champion will represent PEI at the national competition in Saskatoon in November. Participants must register to enter. For information on registration call the PEI Association of Exhibitions at 368-4848.