Weekend Roundup: May 6-8

Friday, May 6 KAPOW! – Reading Town is pairing up with the same team that brought you GSPL Graphic-Con last year and Le Salon to present KAPOW! the comic arts festival that hits you in the creative nerve first and asks questions later. – 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. – Le Salon du Livre du Grand Sudbury, Room Notre-Dame – 14 Rue Beech Identité Francaise en Amérique du Nord: Wolfe et Montcalm – Pour ce faire, il explore avec un regard neuf comment ont été façonnés les deux généraux qui allaient s’affronter à Québec. Il s’attarde à leur vie personnelle,......

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GET READY TO KICK OFF ANOTHER SEASON WITH YES AT THEIR ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA

As YES Theatre gears up for yet another whirl wind summer of music join them in celebrating their 7th season at their Annual Fundraising Gala! Past productions from YES Theatre have included; Hair, Rent, Spring Awakening, a sold out run of Jesus Christ Superstar, In the Heights, Fiddler on the Roof and this past winter a production of The Last Five Years (read our review here). Year after year they come back and set the local theatre scene on fire with their enthusiast and often thought provoking performances. Want to be part of making it happen again this year?......

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Stay Active with Sudbury Sport and Social Club

If you’re looking for a way to stay active throughout the year, Sudbury Sport and Social Club has got you covered. They offer everything from soccer to dodgeball and with their affordable prices and member benefits –  it’s the best way to stay active and social all year. We spoke with Matthew Rupoli, General Manager, to find out more! What’s the story behind Sudbury Sport and Social Club? The Sport and Social Club story stems all the way back to 1996 with the Toronto Sport and Social Club. You can read ab article about the founder Kristi Herold (Sudbury......

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Spotify Playlist: CMW(ahoo) 2016

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, it’s Canadian Music Week! CMW is the best time ever, partially because there are so many sweet bands to check out and partially because bars are open to 4AM. I’ve compiled my top picks in this handy dandy playlist for you, so if you’ve traded in the big nickel for the big city this week make sure to check these bands out. A special s/o goes out to our hometown bands playing CMW this year. Here’s to you Carden Cove, The Almighty Rhombus, Jennifer Holub, and Sulfur City. Make sure you......

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Greater Sudbury Public Library – It’s Not Just For Books Anymore!

With Reading Town hitting the scene and literary community is on fire this week! Naturally we find Greater Sudbury Public Library at the centre of the action. Maybe you’re a casual library user or maybe it’s been years since you’ve visited your local branch – but did you know it’s a whole lot more than books?! With GSPL in the spotlight we got in touch to find out all the resources available, and all you need is a library card! Tackle Share Program In partnership with Ramakko’s Source for Adventure, GSPL offers library card holders the chance to enjoy......

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Shop Local: Old Soul Soap Company

As soon as we heard about Old Soul Soap Company, we knew we needed to find out more! We asked Robin to give us all of the details about her natural soaps and beauty products – she even has a line of products just for your furry friends!  She can make just about anything into soap, and we really mean anything – like Stack Beer – seriously, keep reading, and she creates products that use only the highest quality ingredients. She has so many products to choose from so be sure to read to the end for a chance to win......

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Our Contributors Give You Their Top Reads

There’s nothing quite like getting cozy and enjoying an hour or two escaping into a book. A luxury that often is the first to get left in the dust with everyone’s busy lives. With the warmer weather around the corner, the time to sit in the sun and relax is upon us and we want to make sure you’re prepared to maximize your enjoyment! With Reading Town in the area we’re putting our best reads forward and giving you our recommendations for your summer reading list!    Adriana – The Outsiders, S.E. Hinton Most people had to read this......

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Crater Hangouts: Kadence Music Therapy

Did you know that Sudbury has its first official music therapy program? The Our Crater co-founders got to hang out with Kylie Klym, registered psychotherapist, accredited music therapist and owner of Kadence Music Therapy, to learn all about the program! Find out why Kylie decided to become a music therapist, and how Kadence Music Therapy is benefiting individuals and organizations in Sudbury and Northern Ontario. Website: www.kadencemusictherapy.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Kadence-Music-Therapy Twitter: @kadencemt  ...

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Sudbury Trivia Night: May Events

General Trivia Night with themed bonus questions. Three rounds of 15 Questions plus one bonus per round. $5/person,8pm (or when the sunsets) on Tuesday Nights at the Fromagerie on Elgin. Great prizing from amazing sponsors –  Check them out on Facebook for more information facebook.com/sudburytrivia Tuesday, May – MARVELous Trivia: Cinematic Universe of Marvel  Wednesday, May 4 – STN Does The Valley: General Trivia night at Cousin Vinnys, 8pm. $5 STN Does the Valley: For the first time ever, Trivia Night will be hosted in the Valley. On May the Fourth, they cross over to the dark side for some......

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Weekly Roundup: May 2-6

Monday, May 2 Little Free Library Launch / Bibliothéques de Rues – Curbside literacy is here, take a book or leave a book from these tiny houses popping up everywhere in town. Little Free Libraries will be spreading joy, reading and friendship in a neighbourhood near you. Build your own Little Free Library by visiting our site for DIY instructions. 10 a.m. – Anderson Farm Museum – 550 Regional Rd 24, Lively Sultry Spanish Tapas – Spain is best known for its passion for music, food, and wine. Come and join us to sample five classic Spanish tapas to add a......

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