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SUMMARY:Book Signing - Kenneth G. Pieroway
DESCRIPTION:Kenneth G. Pieroway will be signing copies of his book\, Streetcars of St. John’s\, at Chapters (70 Kenmount Rd)\, on Saturday\, May 28 from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm. \nSocial distancing practices\, as per provincial guidelines\, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Facial Masks are encouraged. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1453201001778717/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-signing-kenneth-g-pieroway
LOCATION:Chapters St. John’s\, 70 Kenmount Road\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1B 1W2\, CA
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon At The Briny Bay Cafe
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon featuring Rosaria Campbell and Chad Norman reading poetry\, along with the Mark Carroll Trio laying down some jazz. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1145023043012849/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/an-afternoon-at-the-briny-bay-cafe
LOCATION:951 Hwy 2\, NS Trunk 2\, Five Islands
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SUMMARY:Author Signing - Katie Feltmate
DESCRIPTION:Katie Feltmate is a Local Poet\, whose recently released collection “Love in the Age of Quarantine” explores love\, heartbreak\, trauma\, mental illness\, healing\, womanhood\, and more! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/343582231195937/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/author-signing-katie-feltmate
LOCATION:Chapters Dartmouth\, 41 Mic Mac Blvd\, Dartmouth\, B3A 4Y8\, CA
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SUMMARY:In Converation: Anna Quon with Dorothy Ellen Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Invisible Publishing and Another Story Bookshop present Anna Quon (WHERE THE SILVER RIVER ENDS) in conversation with Dorothy Ellen Palmer (FALLING FOR MYSELF). Join us for a live-streamed discussion between the two authors about their latest works. \nDATE: Monday\, May 30TIME: 6-7 PM ET (7-8 PM AT)WHERE: https://zoom.us/j/96935954667 (No pre-registration required.)COST: FREE \nABOUT ANNA QUON: Middle-aged\, mixed-race\, Mad Halifax writer Anna Quon spent eight glorious months in Slovakia after the Velvet Revolution\, teaching English She facilitates writing workshops\, particularly for the mental health community. Her first novel\, Migration Songs\, was shortlisted for the Dartmouth Book Award. Her second\, Low\, is set in Nova Scotia’s largest psychiatric hospital. In 2021\, Anna was awarded the inaugural Social Justice Ally Award from the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers.  \nWHERE THE SILVER RIVER ENDS lives at the crossroads of youthful hope and the startling magic of coincidence. Anna Quon’s third novel delves deep into mixed-race identity\, systemic oppression\, family reconciliation\, and what happens when we gather the courage to slip out of the current and make our own way in the world. \nABOUT DOROTHY ELLEN PALMER: Dorothy Ellen Palmer is a multiply disabled senior writer\, mom of two\, former English/Drama teacher\, improv coach and union activist. Winner of the 2020 Helen Henderson Award for disability journalism\, her fiction and nonfiction appear in literary and disability journals. Long-listed for the ReLit Award\, When Fenelon Falls\, (Coach House\, 2010) features a disabled teen in the Moonwalk-Woodstock summer of 1969. Her adoption-disability memoir\, Falling for Myself\, (Wolsak and Wynn\, 2019)\, was a finalist for the Hamilton Book Award. Kerfuffle\, the tale of an improv troupe making sense and nonsense of Toronto’s G20 protests\, hit the stage this spring with Renaissance Press. \nIn FALLING FOR MYSELF Dorothy Ellen Palmer reckons with her past and with everyone’s future\, and allows herself to fall and get up and fall again\, knees bloody\, but determined to seek Disability Justice\, to insist we all be seen\, heard\, included and valued for who we are. \nABOUT ANOTHER STORY BOOKSHOP (co-host): Another Story Bookshop is a progressive bookstore in Toronto with a comprehensive selection of books for children and adults\, all with an emphasis on social justice\, equity\, and diversity. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/334525472122162/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/in-converation-anna-quon-with-dorothy-ellen-palmer
LOCATION:Zoom\, Zoom
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SUMMARY:Let The Monster Out Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to be hosting acclaimed local writer\, Chad Lucas\, as we celebrate the release of his latest book\, ‘Let the Monster Out’.   There will be a short reading from the book\, a Q&A with the author\, book signing and doodads & snacks to go!   \nA bit about the book: ‘Let the Monster Out’ is equal parts heart-pounding and heartfelt middle-grade mystery.  It is about facing––and accepting––your fears\, and is perfect for fans of ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘The Parker Inheritance’. \nWe hope to see you there! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/704666034125882/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/let-the-monster-out-book-launch
LOCATION:Woozles\, 6013 Shirley Street\, Halifax\, B3H 2M9\, CA
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Nancy Regan
DESCRIPTION:Chester Playhouse invites you to join us In Conversation with journalist\, television personality and new author\, Nancy Regan. \nNancy Regan is a Canadian actress\, journalist\, news anchor\, and television personality\, most known for her fifteen-year tenure as host of CTV’s Live at 5\, reaching more than a quarter of a million viewers nightly. Since retiring from broadcasting In 2016\, she launched “The Soul Booth” a podcast series “featuring meaningful conversation with people who are bringing light”.  \nThis May\, she is releasing From Showing Off to Showing Up: An Impostor’s Journey from Perfect to Present. Weaving together memoir and self-help\, this intimate book takes readers on a compelling journey— from Regan’s childhood growing up in the thorny world of politics\, through highlights and lowlights of her TV career\, to what she considers her greatest personal accomplishment: self-acceptance. Featuring soulful lessons from her conversations with such luminaries as Oprah and bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat Pray Love) and serving up some of Regan’s favourite practices for staying grounded in presence\, From Showing Off to Showing UP is a powerful roadmap for living a more authentic life. \nCopies of Nancy’s book will be available for purchase at the event.  \nDate: Tuesday\, May 31\, 2022 \nTime: 7:00pm \nVenue: Tuck Hall St. Stephen’s Church \nThis venue is wheelchair accessible \nTicket Price: $15 \nClick the link to book your seats today!https://ci.ovationtix.com/35881/production/1106750 \nUnable to join us in person? \nWe are offering a Digital Broadcast for you to enjoy when you have the time. The Digital Broadcast will be accessed through a private YouTube channel on Wednesday\, June 1st\, for the premiere at 7pm.   \nFollowing the premiere\, you will be able to view the video recording at your convenience until Wednesday\, June 8th. \nFor more details and to reserve your Digital Broadcast access click the link! \nhttps://ci.ovationtix.com/35881/production/1122010 \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/996892627574714/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/in-conversation-with-nancy-regan
LOCATION:St.Stephen’s Parish Chester\, 60 Regent St\, Chester\, B0J 1J0\, CA
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SUMMARY:Book Signing - Mac Moss
DESCRIPTION:Mac Moss will be signing copies of his book\, Flown Into the Arms of Angels\, on Wednesday\, June 1\, from 12:00 noon – 1:30pm at Coles in the Avalon Mall. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2511486105665747/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-signing-mac-moss
LOCATION:Coles Avalon Mall\, 48 Kenmount Rd.\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1C 1W3\, CA
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SUMMARY:Book Signing - Mac Moss
DESCRIPTION:Mac Moss will be signing copies of his new title\, Flown Into the Arms of Angels\, on Wednesday\, June 1\, from 2:00pm – 4:00 pm at Chapters\, St. John’s. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/3649007425329109/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-signing-mac-moss-2
LOCATION:Chapters St. John’s\, 70 Kenmount Road\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1B 1W2\, CA
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Book Award-themed Silent Reading
DESCRIPTION:Help us kick off the Atlantic Book Awards Festival with a special Atlantic Book Awards–themed Silent Reading event at Good Robot Brewery. Discover this year’s nominated titles\, grab a drink from the librewearian\, and get lost in a new book while you enjoy the silence in the MouseTrap lounge above the brewery. Bring your library voices!  \nKing’s Bookstore will be on site for all your book buying needs. A drink purchase gives you a chance to win some award-nominated books. Open 6 p.m. ’til late\, drop by anytime!  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/385171100316306/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/atlantic-book-award-themed-silent-reading
LOCATION:Good Robot Brewing Company\, Good Robot Brewing Company
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SUMMARY:Silent Reading: Atlantic Book Award Themed
DESCRIPTION:Atlantic Book Award-themed Silent Reading \nHelp us kick off the Atlantic Book Awards Festival with a special Atlantic Book Awards–themed Silent Reading event at Good Robot Brewery. Discover this year’s nominated titles\, grab a drink from the librewearian\, and get lost in a new book while you enjoy the silence in the MouseTrap lounge above the brewery. Bring your library voices! King’s Bookstore will be on-site for all your book-buying needs. A drink purchase gives you a chance to win some award-nominated books.  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/425549692355251/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/silent-reading-atlantic-book-award-themed
LOCATION:Good Robot Brewing Company\, Good Robot Brewing Company
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SUMMARY:Capitalism & Dispossession Book Launch: Corporate Canada Abroad
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a launch of the new book\, Capitalism and Dispossession: Corporate Canada at Home and Abroad.  \nThe authors will discuss chapters on Canadian mining in Burkina Faso and Indonesia as well as Canadian banking in the Western Hemisphere and how corporate Canada influences the academic discussion of Canadian foreign policy.  \nFind out more about this important new book: https://fernwoodpublishing.ca/book/capitalism-and-dispossession \nMedia sponsor: Canadian DimensionCo-Sponsors: Fernwood Publishing and MiningWatch CanadaSpeakers: \nNadège CompaoreTracy GlynnJen MooreSakura SaundersDavid P Thomas \nBIOS: \nNadège Compaoré is an Assistant Professor of International Relations at the University of Toronto.  Her current research is concerned with claims of sovereignty by states and communities affected by natural resource extraction in Africa.  \nTracy Glynn is an activist-scholar based in Fredericton. Her work focuses on supporting communities affected by resource extraction\, migration and border policies\, and inadequate health care access. She teaches at St. Thomas University and the University of New Brunswick. \nJen Moore has been researching\, writing and collaborating closely with the struggles of mining-affected communities and allied organizations in Latin America\, Canada and other parts of the world for over a decade. From 2010 to 2018\, she coordinated the Latin America Program at MiningWatch Canada. \nSakura Saunders is a mining justice organiser based in Halifax. She is an editor at ProtestBarrick.net\, that serves as a portal to groups researching and organising around mining issues\, particularly involving mining company Barrick Gold. \nDavid P. Thomas is an associate professor in the Department of Politics and International Relations\, Mount Allison University. His teaching and research interests focus on the role of Canadian actors abroad and on international political economy. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/575388777215888/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/capitalism-dispossession-book-launch-corporate-canada-abroad
LOCATION:Quebec Canada\, Quebec Canada
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SUMMARY:Creating Short Fiction Collections
DESCRIPTION:A virtual event  \nJoin acclaimed short story writer Alexander MacLeod (Light Lifting\, Animal Person) in conversation with the nominees for the award named for his father\, the Alistair MacLeod Prize for Short Fiction: David Huebert (Chemical Valley)\, Amber McMillan (The Running Trees)\, and Claire Wilkshire (The Love Olympics).  \nLearn more about the intricacies of their characters’ lives as they weave their way in and out of these collections of short fiction.  \nPresented in partnership with the Writer’s Federation of Nova Scotia.  \nTo register: https://writers.ns.ca/writers-panel/abas-creating-short-fiction-collections/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1021593332067141/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/creating-short-fiction-collections
LOCATION:Online Events
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SUMMARY:Book Launch - Against the Tides
DESCRIPTION:The Tantramar Heritage Trust\, along with Tidewater Books\, is pleased to host the launch of “Against The Tides: Reshaping Landscape and Community in Canada’s Maritime Marshlands.” Published by UBC Press and written by environmental historian Ronald Rudin\, the book explores the activities and legacy of the Maritime Marshland Rehabilitation Administration. The book has been thoroughly researched\, wonderfully written\, and is well illustrated with photos and maps. The author will give a short presentation on the book\, focusing on the Moncton-Sackville-Amherst region. Copies of the book will be available for sale at the launch. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/745166973176277/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-launch-against-the-tides
LOCATION:Campbell Carriage Factory Museum\, 19 Church St\, Sackville\, E4L1J6\, CA
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SUMMARY:Book Signing - Ida Linehan Young
DESCRIPTION:Ida Linehan Young will be signing copies of her new book\, If I Cry I’ll Fill the Ocean and other titles\, on Friday\, June 3\, from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road). \nSocial distancing practices\, as per provincial guidelines\, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Facial Masks are encouraged. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1052748761995231/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-signing-ida-linehan-young-2
LOCATION:Chapters St. John’s\, 70 Kenmount Road\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1B 1W2\, CA
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SUMMARY:WordSpring 2022
DESCRIPTION:WordSpring is our main annual writing festival and this year\, we have a great lineup of workshops and presenters\, including our fabulous keynote speaker Lesley Crewe.Nonfiction author and freelancer Sandra Phinney will be speaking on “The Power of Prompts\,” Poet and STU professor Kathy Mac will teach on “Wording around with Editing\,” Screenwriter Gordon Mihan will present “How to Set Yourself up for Success in a Visual Medium.” Author Zev Bagel will interview the author Peter Clair on his writing journey\, Jenn McGrath will present “The Poetry and Craft of Picture Book Writing\,” and NB Book Award nominee Martha Vowles will round out our slate of workshop leaders with “How to Start and Sustain a Happy\, Healthy Writing Group.”Register soon! WordSpring 2022 is only 3 weeks away.Registration Deadline June 1. Please note that we accept online registration and payment only.Workshop detail & Registration Links: https://wfnb.ca/WordSpringRefund and cancellation policy: We regret that we are unable to issue refunds for cancellations. If WFNB cancels a session\, we will refund your payment \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/281105584142642/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/wordspring-2022
LOCATION:St. Thomas University\, 51 Dineen Drive\, Fredericton\, E3B 5G3\, CA
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Book Awards Non-Fiction Double-Header\, Part I: On (Auto)Biographical Writing
DESCRIPTION:The journey of writing biographical and autobiographical works is profound. Join journalist and author Lindsay Ruck for a discussion with some of this year’s Atlantic Book Award nominees: \n-Stephen Kimber (Alexa!: Changing the Face of Canadian Politics) \n-Donna Morrissey (Pluck: A Memoir of a Newfoundland Childhood and the Raucous\, Terrible\, Amazing Journey to Becoming a Novelist)  \n-Don Oliver (A Matter of Equality: The Life’s Work of Senator Don Oliver)  \nas they explore the importance of writing that inspires others and challenges the status quo. Followed by the Sharing Our Stories panel.  \nPresented in partnership with Halifax Public Libraries and the Writer’s Federation of Nova Scotia.  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1046505489636209/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/atlantic-book-awards-non-fiction-double-header-part-i-on-autobiographical-writing
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, Halifax Central Library
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Book Awards Non-Fiction Double-Header\, Part II: Sharing Our Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join journalist and author Pauline Dakin in conversation with Atlantic Book Award nominees  \n-Joanne Gallant (A Womb in the Shape of a Heart: My Story of Miscarriage and Motherhood) \n-Susan MacLeod (Dying for Attention: A Graphic Memoir of Nursing Home Care) \n-Donna Morrissey (Pluck: A Memoir of a Newfoundland Childhood and the Raucous\, Terrible\, Amazing Journey to Becoming a Novelist)  \nto discuss the experience of writing about challenging topics. These writers share intimate stories of navigating complicated systems and paradoxes in their lives. These deeply personal accounts are inspiring and insightful. Immediately follows the On (Auto)Biographical Writing panel.  \nPresented in partnership with Halifax Public Libraries and the Writer’s Federation of Nova Scotia.  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1352726555209081/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/atlantic-book-awards-non-fiction-double-header-part-ii-sharing-our-stories
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, Halifax Central Library
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SUMMARY:Small Town Mysteries
DESCRIPTION:Pour a coffee and sign on for some Saturday morning storytelling with nominees of the Margaret and John Savage First Book Award (Fiction): \n-Alexandra Harrington (The Last Time I Saw Her)-C. S. Porter (Beneath Her Skin)-Colin Sweets Arsenault (Short Mercy)  \nhave all written riveting debut novels rife with mystery. Learn how small towns on the East Coast play a role in the works of these three authors.  \nModerated by author Morgan Murray (Dirty Birds).  \nPresented in partnership with the Cabot Trail Writers Festival and the Writer’s Federation of Nova Scotia.  \nTo register: https://writers.ns.ca/writers-panel/abas-small-town-mysteries/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/376698714285130/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/small-town-mysteries
LOCATION:Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T133000
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UID:48299-1654338600-1654349400@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:Carolyn R Parsons & Brad Dunne Clarenville signing!
DESCRIPTION:Authors Brad Dunne and Carolyn R Parsons team up for this spectacular event in Clarenville\, c dot con! Both are bestselling stars of Newfoundland’s literary scene with their unique takes on our province’s culture! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/764636674549109/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/carolyn-r-parsons-brad-dunne-clarenville-signing
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Clarenville\, 247 Trans Canada Highway\, Clarenville\, A5A 1Y4\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T133000
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CREATED:20220430T015421Z
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UID:48302-1654344000-1654349400@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:Gord Follett COLES AVALON MALL signing!
DESCRIPTION:Author Gord Follett will be signing copies of his book TRACK SHOES & SHOTGUNS at Coles Avalon Mall on June 4th\, 2022! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/3203051086595437/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/gord-follett-coles-avalon-mall-signing
LOCATION:Coles Avalon Mall\, 48 Kenmount Rd.\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1C 1W3\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T153000
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UID:48305-1654351200-1654356600@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:Sonia B Glover COLES AVALON MALL signing!
DESCRIPTION:Author Sonia B Glover will be signing copies of her book IT’S JUST POLITICS at Coles Avalon Mall on June 4th\, 2022! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/365749642274435/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/sonia-b-glover-coles-avalon-mall-signing-2
LOCATION:Coles Avalon Mall\, 48 Kenmount Rd.\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1C 1W3\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220604T170000
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CREATED:20220518T015324Z
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UID:48810-1654351200-1654362000@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch - One Summer in Whitney Pier
DESCRIPTION:Join The Honourable Mayann Francis to celebrate the release of One Summer in Whitney Pier. \nThis book is a love letter to the diverse Cape Breton community that Dr. Francis calls home\, and a celebration of breaking bread with your neighbours. It features bold\, colourful artwork by artist Tamara Thiebaux-Heikalo . \nThere’ll be a reading\, treats and books for sale & signing. \nPlease wear a mask. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/694022531708610/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-launch-one-summer-in-whitney-pier
LOCATION:Cathedral Church of All Saints 1340 Cathedral Lane\, Halifax\, 1340 Cathedral Lane\, Halifax\, B3H 2Z1\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Moncton:20220604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Moncton:20220604T170000
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UID:49006-1654351200-1654362000@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:Len & Cub: Moncton Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Resurgo Place on Saturday 4 June for the Moncton launch of Len & Cub: A Queer History.Authors Dusty Green and Meredith J. Batt in-conversation with Philip André Collette. Presented in partnership with Frye Festival.This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase. \nAbout the HostThespian and multi-faceted artist\, Philip André Collette has more than 30 years of experience in the performing arts. His path leads him from theatre to dance\, cinema to opera\, all the while flirting with poetry and the visual arts world. Actor\, improviser\, stage manager\, artistic director and creative consultant\, Philip André explores art through various roles.  He is regularly invited to teach at the Drama Department\, as well as the Education Faculty of the Université de Moncton. Combining his passion for communication and his love of nature\, he works as an interpreter at Parks Canada\, all the while being a recurring emcee of numerous events\, such as the FICFA\, the Atlantic Dance Festival and the Frye Festival. He served as the Kent County Dialogue NB Communities leader and has been chair of the Société culturelle Kent-Sud for six years. Proud member of the rural LGBTQ2S community\, Philip André resides in Saint-Antoine with his partner in Kent County. \nAbout the AuthorsMeredith J. Batt and Dusty Green are co-founders of the Queer Heritage Initiative of New Brunswick\, an archival and educational initiative that aims to collect the queer histories of 2LGBTQ+ people. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/3254616934809391/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/len-cub-moncton-launch
LOCATION:Resurgo Place\, Moncton\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220604T173000
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UID:49153-1654356600-1654363800@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:Book Signing - Leo Furey
DESCRIPTION:Leo Furey will be signing copies of his new book\, The Good Thief\, on Saturday\, June 4\, from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road). \nSocial distancing practices\, as per provincial guidelines\, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Facial Masks are encouraged. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/692692985347043/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-signing-leo-furey-3
LOCATION:Chapters St. John’s\, 70 Kenmount Road\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1B 1W2\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220604T160000
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SUMMARY:Book Launch with Jan Fancy Hull
DESCRIPTION:Come meet the author and purchase your signed copy of January: Code and February: Curious \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/550413903377179/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-launch-with-jan-fancy-hull
LOCATION:Chester Art Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220605T130000
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UID:49687-1654434000-1654444800@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:85 Queen: Historical Fiction Panel: Love\, Lies & Loyalty
DESCRIPTION:We are so happy to host this panel of historical fiction authors; Genevieve Graham\, Susanna Kearsley\, and Caroline Bishop\, in conversation with Suzanne Moutis \nRegistration: https://bit.ly/3weMpLz \nThe authors will join us online to discuss their latest novels and the enduring appeal of the Historical Fiction genre.  \nGenevieve Graham’s “Bluebird” is a compelling\, luminous novel about the strength of the human spirit and the power of love to call us home. \nSusanna Kearsley’s “The Vanished Days” is a captivating story of intrigue\, adventure\, romance—and the bold courage to hope when it seems all hope is lost. \nCaroline Bishop’s “The Lost Chapter” is a novel about the power of friendship and a beautiful reminder that it’s never too late to start writing a different story. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1701716106826263/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/85-queen-historical-fiction-panel-love-lies-loyalty
LOCATION:Kitchener Public Library\, Kitchener Public Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220605T150000
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UID:48377-1654441200-1654444800@atlanticbooks.ca
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED - Book Launch - Out of the Twilight graphic novel
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY\, JUNE 5! Join us for the online launch of Out of the Twilight\, the English translation of Angus MacLeod’s Gaelic graphic novel Ás a’ Chamhanaich! We’ll be having an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session with author-artist Angus MacLeod via Zoom! The meeting link will be posted here on the day of the event. DM Bradan Press to send an AMA question ahead of time! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/337130061664218/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-launch-out-of-the-twilight-graphic-novel
LOCATION:Nova Scotia\, Halifax\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220605T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220605T173000
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SUMMARY:Book Signing - Helen C. Escott
DESCRIPTION:Helen C. Escott will be signing copies of her book\, Operation Trafficked\, and other titles\, on Sunday\, June 5\, from 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road). \nSocial distancing practices\, as per provincial guidelines\, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Facial Masks are encouraged. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/323109126570739/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/book-signing-helen-c-escott-2
LOCATION:Chapters St. John’s\, 70 Kenmount Road\, St. John's\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, A1B 1W2\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/St_Johns:20220606T190000
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SUMMARY:Atlantic Book Awards: Indigenous Voices Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special presentation by nominees for this year’s Atlantic Book Awards.  \nJune is National Indigenous History Month\, a time to recognize and honour the rich history\, heritage\, resilience and diversity of First Nations\, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Canada.  \nAuthors Mi’sel Joe and Sheila O’Neill (My Indian)\, Rebecca Thomas (Swift Fox All Along)\, and Jodie Callaghan (The Train) will come together to discuss Oral history\, and the importance of Indigenous people telling their own stories. This online panel will be hosted by Kelly Anne Butler\, Indigenous Education Specialist at Memorial University of Newfoundland.  \n“My Indian” by Mi’sel Joe and Sheila O’Neill is nominated for the Atlantic Publishers Marketing Association Best Atlantic Published Book Award\, and both “Swift Fox All Along” by Rebecca Thomas and “The Train” by Jodie Callaghan are nominated for the Ann Connor Brimer Award for Atlantic Canadian Children’s Literature. \nPresented in partnership with Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries and Atlantic Book Award Festival 2022. \nRegister here: https://publiclibrary.webex.com/publiclibrary/j.php?RGID=r5d36eecd91fe40457232b1308b0fbdf6 \nRegistration will close 1 hour before the event.**The links to our events are not posted on Facebook. It will be emailed to you after registration.**No card? No problem! NL residents visit www.nlpl.ca to get yours today. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1984836578367030/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/atlantic-book-awards-indigenous-voices-panel-discussion
LOCATION:Online Events
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SUMMARY:Nova Scotia Book Awards
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Nova Scotia Book Awards will take place on Monday\, June 6 at Halifax City Hall. You can tune in to watch the ceremony right here. \nThe event will feature readings by Nova Scotia actors from the five award-winning books. \nThe inaugural Nova Scotia Book Awards celebrates those prizes open only to Nova Scotian authors. These provincial awards were previously awarded as part of the regional Atlantic Book Award ceremony. \nThese awards include: \n·The Evelyn Richardson Non-Fiction Award \n·The George Borden Writing for Change Award \n·The Margaret and John Savage First Book Award (Fiction) \n·The Margaret and John Savage First Book Award (Non-Fiction) \n·The Robbie Robertson Dartmouth Book Award \nFind the shortlist of nominees at the link in our bio. \nCongratulations to all of this year’s nominees! \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/697577228136242/
URL:https://atlanticbooks.ca/events/nova-scotia-book-awards
LOCATION:Halifax City Hall\, 1841 Argyle Street\, Halifax\, B3J 3A5\, CA
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