Goose Lane Editions is proud to present Nicholas Guitard reading from his new book “Waterfalls of New Brunswick: A Guide”.
Join us on June 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Sackville Public Library and on June 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Moncton Library.
Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
Meet local author K.V. Johansen as she launches book 4 of the Warlocks of Talverdin Series, entitled “The Shadow Road”. The event will take place on Thursday, May 6 at 7 pm at the Sackville Public Library. Everyone is welcome.
Among the many great reasons to shop at your local, independent bookstore:
- Local bookstores build community character, contributing to the distinct flavour and entertainment value of a neighbourhood.
- Local booksellers offer personalized service and recommend books with expertise, passion and unique insight into the tastes and interests of the community.
- Local bookstores support local causes—your teams, schools, charities and arts organizations.
- Money spent at your local bookstore helps sustain the local economy and create local jobs.
- Local bookstores offer you more choices—especially Canadian and regional choices.
- Local bookstores are literary and cultural hubs, bringing members of your community together to discuss books, exchange ideas and meet authors.
These are just a few of the many ways Independents Matter.
For the mystery lover, Penguin offers their “Dead of Winter Mystery Promo”. Buy 3 books and get 1 free. All are in paperback- what a deal! Choose from a fantastic selection of top mystery authors, including Peter Robinson, John Le Carre, Barbara Vine, Phillip Kerr and many others.
We’ve extended our hours for the Holiday season. Beginning Thursday, Dec. 17 we will be open weeknights until 8 pm. We’re also open Sunday from 1-5pm.
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Midnight Madness in Sackville!
From 9am – midnight we’ll offer these amazing deals!
20% off all books
20% off calendars and planners
20% off Christmas cards and wrap
20% off All Mesissa & Doug products,
including wooden puzzles, children’s games, art supplies & puppets
Come out and enjoy this special event! As always, there will be horse-drawn
wagon rides, free hot chocolate and apple cider, carrollers and street vendors,
and a visit from Santa Claus.
The Tantramar Heritage Trust is pleased to launch their newest publication- “Head of the Bay: A History of the Maringouin Peninsula, Bay of Fundy, Canada” by Jeffrey P. Ward.
Join us on Thursday, November 26th from 2-4 pm in the store for a book signing and discussion with the author.
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October 6-
Award-winning short story writer Tamas Dobozy reads from his collection and from new work. Sponsored by the Canada Council and Mount Allison Canadian Studies Program and Department of English. Everyone welcome! Owens Art Gallery at 4:00 pm
October 14-
Creative Couples in Conversation- Joseph Boyden and Amanda Boyden, together with Herménégilde Chiasson and Marcia Babineau in conversation with CBC host Shelagh Rogers. Everyone welcome! Owens Art Gallery at 7:30pm
October 14-
Cumberland Adult Network for Upgrading (CAN-U) presents an intimate and interactive evening with Donna Morrissey, author of “Kit’s Law”, “Downhill Chance”, “Sylvanus Now” and “What They Wanted”. Tickets are $15.00. Proceeds from this event will support adult literacy in Cumberland County. Tantramar Theatre, 98 Victoria St., Amherst from 7-9 pm.
October 15-
Reading by novelist Amanda Boyden, author of “Dirty Little Pretty” and “Babylon Rolling”. Sponsored by Mount Allison University, Office of the Provost and Vice-President Academic & Research. Everyone welcome! Owens Art Gallery at 4:00 pm
October 15-
Reading by Giller Prize winning novelist Joseph Boyden,author of “Born with a Tooth” (short stories), “Three Day Road” (novel), and “Through Black Spruce” (novel). Sponsored by the Canada Council and Mount Allison University (Office of the Provost & Vice President Academic & Research). Everyone welcome! Owens Art Gallery 7:00 pm
October 15-
The Frye Festival announces their bilingual Community Reads series with Rawi Hage, author of Giller and Governor General’s award nominated “De Niro’s Game”, and his new book “Cockroach”. Everyone welcome! Moncton City Hall lobby at 7:00 pm.
October 21-
Deborah Ellis, author of numerous children’s books including the award winning “Breadwinner Trilogy” will read from her works at Crabtree Auditorium at 7:00 pm. Everyone welcome!
October 28-
Mount Allison University Professor Dan Vyleta will be reading from his book “Pavel and I” at the Owens Art Gallery at 7:00 pm. Everyone welcome!
September is a busy month, with several wonderful author events planned:
September 17- Goose Lane Editions launch Lorrie Bell Hawkins’ book “Jolicure Cats” at the Capitol Theatre in Monctonat 7 pm. Tidewater Books will donate 10% of book sales to the local SPCA.
September 18- Sybertooth Editions launch the newest collection of poetry by Sackville’s Own poet laureate, Douglas Lochhead, entitled “Looking Into Trees”, at the Owens Art Gallery at 4 pm. Join us as we celebrate.
September 20- Diane Shink, co-author of “Canadian Heritage Quilting” will host a quilting workshop at the Owens Art Gallery at 3 pm
September 24- Goose Lane Editions launch Lorrie Bell Hawkins book “Jolicure Cats” at Joey’s at 7 pm
September 28- Mount Allison University presents the 2009 Wilfred B. Jonah lecture by Stephen Lewis, special envoy to the United Nations, at Convocation Hall at 7:30 pm. Copies of his book “Race Against Time; Massey Lectures Series” will be available for sale.
September 30- Breakwater Books present renowned artist Christopher Pratt, reading from his collection of life observations entitled “Ordinary Things” at the Owens Art Gallery at 7 pm
All events are open to the public, and free of charge.
