STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Bel Canto Presents 75 Years of Soundtracks ( 7:30 pm )

The Bel Canto Chorus presents their spring concert on Thursday, May 2 and Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Church, located at 111 Larch St. Tickets are $12 and are available at Vrabbs Your Independent Grocer and Jett Landry Music.

Info Contact : Carol Anne Gauley 705-522-6147 Email : cagauley1937@gmail.com Url: http://www.belcantochorus.ca/concerts.php

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Bel Canto Presents 75 Years of Soundtracks ( 7:30 pm )

The Bel Canto Chorus presents their spring concert on Thursday, May 2 and Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Church, located at 111 Larch St. Tickets are $12 and are available at Vrabbs Your Independent Grocer and Jett Landry Music.

Info Contact : Carol Anne Gauley 705-522-6147 Email : cagauley1937@gmail.com Url: http://www.belcantochorus.ca/concerts.php

NORMHC Spring Dinner Gala ( 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm )
In search of a unique dinning experience? Set in the quaint Victorian style setting of its museum house, the Northern Ontario Railroad Museum and Heritage Centre in Capreol would like to invite you to join them for their annual spring dinner gala. Begin the evening with a cocktail and discover the rich history on display throughout the museum and adjoining railcars. Afterwards, settle in for a savoury culinary experience as your taste buds are treated to a delectable four course meal.

The event will be running Friday, May 3rd and Saturday May 4th. Cash bar. Complimentary wine served with dinner. Cocktails and tours from 6pm-7pm. Dinner to be served at 7pm. Tickets are $120.00 per couple and include a $50.00 charitable tax receipt. Space is limited. Please call 705-824-1559 for reservations.

Info Contact : For additional information including the menu or to book, please visit www.normhc.ca, call (705)858-5050 or email info@normhc.ca Email : info@normhc.ca Url: http://www.normhc.ca

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

The Mid-Canada Karate Championships ( 8:00 am - 4:01 pm )
The 28th Mid-Canada Karate take place on May 4th at Cambrian College.

Participants come from throughout Ontario, Quebec and Michigan.The tournament is comprised of four events: Weapons, Self defense, Forms and Sparring or fighting, with almost 250 trophies plus over 100 medallions! It is noisy, upbeat and exciting!

Come and watch! It is an experience!

For more information, contact Sensei Carlo Tonon, 6th Degree Black Belt, Head Instructor, Oriental Arts Academy, at 705-673-7000, or by email at Splash of Colour Art Exhibition ( 9:30 am - 4:30 pm )
The Splash of Colour Art Exhibiition takes place on May 4 at Showpro, located at 598 Falconbridge Rd.

The exhibition features work by Carol Laprairie, who recently took up painting large, modern, contemporary paintings. Well-known Sudbury impressionist artist Christy A. Smith has been mentoring Carol in preparation for the show. "Carol is an amazing artist. Her contemporary style of oil painting is bold of colour, full of motion and has a strong sense of freshness," Christy says. "Her excitement and positive zest for life shines through her artwork in a wonderful manner. I smile and feel very happy when I witness Carol's artwork."

Carol, a lifelong resident of Coniston, is no stranger to her creative side, and the paintbrush is only the latest in a long line of art tools she has mastered. For years she has explored art through carving, wood-burning, woodwork, folk art painting and hairdressing. The exhibition runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Info Contact : 705-694-5620

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

Verve Drama Camp Open House Fun Day! ( 12:00 - midi - 5:00 pm )
Join Verve Drama Camp for our Open House Fun Day! It’s a completely FREE event featuring:
- Free drinks & goodies
- Music, fun, & activities
- Tour the studio & learn about us
- Enter to “Win Your Way to Camp”

Drop in-style anytime from 12-5pm!
The fun happens at 778 Lasalle Blvd (in Montrose Mall)

Info Contact : Matt or Chantal Camp Directors 705-885-3557 778 Lasalle Blvd (in Montrose Mall) Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter! Email : team@vervedramacamp.ca Url: http://vervedramacamp.ca

NORMHC Spring Dinner Gala ( 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm )
In search of a unique dinning experience? Set in the quaint Victorian style setting of its museum house, the Northern Ontario Railroad Museum and Heritage Centre in Capreol would like to invite you to join them for their annual spring dinner gala. Begin the evening with a cocktail and discover the rich history on display throughout the museum and adjoining railcars. Afterwards, settle in for a savoury culinary experience as your taste buds are treated to a delectable four course meal.

The event will be running Friday, May 3rd and Saturday May 4th. Cash bar. Complimentary wine served with dinner. Cocktails and tours from 6pm-7pm. Dinner to be served at 7pm. Tickets are $120.00 per couple and include a $50.00 charitable tax receipt. Space is limited. Please call 705-824-1559 for reservations.

Info Contact : For additional information including the menu or to book, please visit www.normhc.ca, call (705)858-5050 or email info@normhc.ca Email : info@normhc.ca Url: http://www.normhc.ca

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

Movie Music and Stories in Song ( 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm )
The No Strings Attached Community Band and the Young Sudbury Singers will be performing together in a family concert of Movie Music and Stories in Song on Sunday, May 5. The concert will feature music from movies such as Spiderman, Cars, Pirates of the Caribbean and Harry Potter and the new arrangement by Commander, Chris Hadfield and Ed Robertson from the International Space Station. The concert will begin at 2 p.m. at the newly renovated F.W. Sheridan Auditorium at Sudbury Secondary School. Entrance to the auditorium will be from 154 College St. and signs will be posted for directions. Admission will be by “pay what you can” donations at the door for the Sudbury Action Centre for Youth’s arts programs. Tax receipts will be available upon request. We welcome everyone to attend this afternoon of musical enjoyment. Bring the whole family! For more information, call Sandra at 705-523-5627 or visit their website at www.nostringsattachedband.org.

Info Contact : Dawn Morin, Public Relations No Strings Community Band 705-523-6495 Email : Dawn_Morin@personainternet.com wedsxfdxcx Url: http://www.nostringsattachedband.org

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

Live Entertainment at the TownePlace ( 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm )
Join "No Sugs" at The TownePlace Lounge for $4 drinks and live entertainment every Tuesday from 9 to 11 p.m. No Sugs is an acoustic rock/pop cover band featuring guitarist Sam King (from the band "Apparatus") and vocalist Andrea Solski (from battle of the bands winner "Outrival"). TownePlace Suites is located on the corner of Falconbridge Road and the Kingsway. For more information, please call 705-525-7700.

Info Contact : Please call the TownePlace Suites at 705-525-7700 for more information. Email : salesadmin@towneplacesudbury.com

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

Sudbury Chamber Singers Spring Concert ( 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm )
Come out and enjoy the Sudbury Chamber Singers spring concert on Wednesday May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Epiphany in downtown Sudbury. Featuring a modern Magnificat by Rutter, jazz favorites, moving spirituals, and even some for the Gleeks out there. Tickets are available at Black Cat on Durham Street, or online through Facebook or www.sudburychambersingers.wordpress.com.

Info Contact : sudburychambersingers@gmail.com Url: http://sudburychambersingers.wordpress.com

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

Rag Bag Cabaret ( 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm )
Comedy Club Cabaret presents, Rag Bag Cabaret, An Intimate Night of Comedy, Music and Burlesque hosted by Award Winning Comedian Rachelle Ellie on Friday, May 10 at the Quality Inn Hotel in downtown Sudbury. Food and beverage will be available for cash only purchase. There is an ATM on site. The show will feature Bendy, Buxom, Blonde Burlesque dancer St Stella, music by Phonemes Magali Meagher and Canadian Comedy Award Nominee Martha O'Neill. Doors will open at 7 p.m. The show will start at 8 p.m..

Tickets are available at the Sudbury Theatre Box Office by calling 705-674-8381 or online at www.sudburytheatre.on.ca. An exclusive VIP Ticket is available for $40 per person plus fees and taxes and includes a reserved table of eight, wine and cheese. General admission tickets are $20 plus fees and taxes. For more information, call 705-918-2601.

Info Contact : 705-918-2601

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Art Show to Celebrate Mental Health Week ( 10:30 am )
In honour of this public awareness week, the Northern Initiative for Social Action (NISA) is hosting its annual spring art exhibition and sale, entitled “Awakenings." The gala for this art exhibit and fundraiser will be held May 9th, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bertolo’s Homemade Food, located at 93 Durham St. in downtown Sudbury. In addition, NISA will also be launching two new books. Allan Jones’ memoir, The Book of Al: The Story of a Psychiatric Survivor, Me, will be showcased as well as In New Light: The many paths of identity, struggle and mental illness, a new collection of edited works from NISA’s literary magazine Open Minds Quarterly. The evening will feature readings from both books, with copies for sale.

Info Contact : For more information, please contact Kerrie Teahen-Charron at 705-675-9193, extension 8206. Email : kteahencharron@nisa.on.ca Url: http://www.nisa.on.ca

Write on the French River ( 8:00 am )

Join the Lodge at Pine Cove on the banks of the historic French River, where the dramatic setting will draw out your creative voice and refresh your keyboard-weary fingers. This five-day retreat is a chance to hone your fiction or non-fiction skills with three of Canada's craftiest writers.

Writers include:

Oakland Ross
Toronto Star feature writer, short- and non-fiction writing
"It's through the process of writing that you learn what it is you think and feel, and what it is that you have to say."

Susan Scott
Non-fiction editor at The New Quarterly, memoirs
"When we're entrusted with people's stories, our task is to shelter them, not distort them for our own ends."

Russell Smith
Globe & Mail columnist, fiction writing
"And as for other people's secrets - the stories that are 'not mine to tell' - of course they are mine to tell. All stories are mine. The whole world's mine."

Bonus: Behind the Bedroom Door:
After dinner one evening, the instructors will provide their insights into writing sex scenes. Nicola Ross will lead this engaging and titillating panel discussion.

Info Contact : Visit www.frenchriver.com for more information.

Moms in Business Shopping Show ( 10:00 am - 4:30 pm )
Join the Moms in Business Shopping Show on May 11 at the Kinsmen Hall in Lively. Admission is $2. All proceeds will go to the Angels in Pink Foundation.
The first 50 guests receive a swag bag. Lots of door prizes to be won (must be in attendance to win). Browse over 20 tables to find unique gifts from a wide variety of home-based businesses. Get your girlfriends and moms together for an afternoon of shopping and fun! A great place to get your Mother's Day gifts!

Info Contact : Christina Maurice Email : cookingcrazy@ymail.com Url: https://www.facebook.com/events/307160209409783/

4th Annual Wild About Comedy Night ( 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm )
Enjoy a WILD evening of dinner, comedy and auctions at the fourth annual Wild About Comedy Night presented by Wild at Heart Wildlife Refuge Centre in Lively!Experience the comedic magic of Matthew DiSero as you HOWL with laughter! Toronto-based Matt has opened shows for comedy greats such as Drew Carey and Jerry Seinfeld, and performs everywhere from Trump's Marina Casino in Atlantic City to high end corporate events in Tokyo. Local funny man and LOL Sudbury Crown of Comedy finalist Shawn McLaren will open the show. Enjoy a mouth-watering three-course meal and a cash bar at the Cambrian College Student Centre. Try your hand at our live and silent auction with chances to also bring home some fantastic items. The event takes place on Saturday, May 11. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. The Emcee will be Dave Lindsay from 105.3FM EZ Rock. Tickets are $55 each, $100 for two, or $450 for a corporate table of eight (includes a reserved table and listing in the program and on screen at the event). Tickets are available at the Walden Animal Hospital or online at http://wildaboutcomedy.eventbrite.ca/. Call the Wild at Heart Refuge Centre to charge by phone at 705-692-4478. Feel great knowing that you are directly supporting the work of your local wildlife centre where orphaned, injured and sick wildlife are given a second chance at a wild life. The centre works with neighbouring veterinarians and local wildlife specialists to ensure that wildlife are given a safe haven until they are strong enough to be returned to the wild. Wild at Heart is the only wildlife centre of its size in northern Ontario. Thanks to your generous support, they can continue giving our community peace of mind knowing that wildlife have a place to be treated professionally and humanely when needed. Join us for a great night out for a great cause and trust that your support is making a difference in the lives of over 700 wild animals each year.

Info Contact : Wild at Heart Refuge Centre 705-692-4478 Email : mail@wahrefugecentre.org Url: http://www.wahrefugecentre.org

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Write on the French River ( 8:00 am )

Join the Lodge at Pine Cove on the banks of the historic French River, where the dramatic setting will draw out your creative voice and refresh your keyboard-weary fingers. This five-day retreat is a chance to hone your fiction or non-fiction skills with three of Canada's craftiest writers.

Writers include:

Oakland Ross
Toronto Star feature writer, short- and non-fiction writing
"It's through the process of writing that you learn what it is you think and feel, and what it is that you have to say."

Susan Scott
Non-fiction editor at The New Quarterly, memoirs
"When we're entrusted with people's stories, our task is to shelter them, not distort them for our own ends."

Russell Smith
Globe & Mail columnist, fiction writing
"And as for other people's secrets - the stories that are 'not mine to tell' - of course they are mine to tell. All stories are mine. The whole world's mine."

Bonus: Behind the Bedroom Door:
After dinner one evening, the instructors will provide their insights into writing sex scenes. Nicola Ross will lead this engaging and titillating panel discussion.

Info Contact : Visit www.frenchriver.com for more information.

Course Sudbury Rocks!!! ( 6:00 am - 2:30 pm )
Participez à une course de vitesse. Courez ou marchez dans le cadre de cette activité adaptée à tous les niveaux d'habileté.

Info Contact : Pour de plus amples renseignements, composer le 705-670-1993, poste 7. Url: http://www.sudburyrocksmarathon.com

SudburyROCKS!!! Race, Run or Walk for Diabetes ( 8:00 am - 1:30 pm )
Welcome to the SUDBURYROCKS!!! Race. Run or Walk for Diabetes, Northern Ontario's largest distance event. The occasion features a full state of seix events for walkers and runners of all abilities. From the freek 1K Kids Run and the exciting 5K Celebrity Challenge, all the way to the Marathon and eight person Marathon Relay, there is truly something for everyone.

For the second year, the event will fall on Mother's Day. We are encouraging mothers, fathers, grandmothers, grandfathers, brothers, sons and daughters to come out and run or walk together and help support the Canadian Diabetes Association and the more than 15,000 Sudburians living with diabetes.

Info Contact : Marianne Laporte, Canadian Diabetes Association 705-670-1993, extension 7 Email : marianne.laporte@diabetes.ca Url: http://www.sudburyrocksmarathon.com

Bridges Bistro Mother's Day Brunch ( 10:30 am - 2:00 pm )
Bridges Bistro is hosting a Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12th. The restaurant is located at the Quality Inn Hotel. Brunch hours are from 10.30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 705-675-1053 for reservations.

Info Contact : Sandra Crawford Email : bridgesbistro1@gmail.com Url: http://www.bridgesbistro.net/

Write on the French River ( 8:00 am )

Join the Lodge at Pine Cove on the banks of the historic French River, where the dramatic setting will draw out your creative voice and refresh your keyboard-weary fingers. This five-day retreat is a chance to hone your fiction or non-fiction skills with three of Canada's craftiest writers.

Writers include:

Oakland Ross
Toronto Star feature writer, short- and non-fiction writing
"It's through the process of writing that you learn what it is you think and feel, and what it is that you have to say."

Susan Scott
Non-fiction editor at The New Quarterly, memoirs
"When we're entrusted with people's stories, our task is to shelter them, not distort them for our own ends."

Russell Smith
Globe & Mail columnist, fiction writing
"And as for other people's secrets - the stories that are 'not mine to tell' - of course they are mine to tell. All stories are mine. The whole world's mine."

Bonus: Behind the Bedroom Door:
After dinner one evening, the instructors will provide their insights into writing sex scenes. Nicola Ross will lead this engaging and titillating panel discussion.

Info Contact : Visit www.frenchriver.com for more information.

Write on the French River ( 8:00 am )

Join the Lodge at Pine Cove on the banks of the historic French River, where the dramatic setting will draw out your creative voice and refresh your keyboard-weary fingers. This five-day retreat is a chance to hone your fiction or non-fiction skills with three of Canada's craftiest writers.

Writers include:

Oakland Ross
Toronto Star feature writer, short- and non-fiction writing
"It's through the process of writing that you learn what it is you think and feel, and what it is that you have to say."

Susan Scott
Non-fiction editor at The New Quarterly, memoirs
"When we're entrusted with people's stories, our task is to shelter them, not distort them for our own ends."

Russell Smith
Globe & Mail columnist, fiction writing
"And as for other people's secrets - the stories that are 'not mine to tell' - of course they are mine to tell. All stories are mine. The whole world's mine."

Bonus: Behind the Bedroom Door:
After dinner one evening, the instructors will provide their insights into writing sex scenes. Nicola Ross will lead this engaging and titillating panel discussion.

Info Contact : Visit www.frenchriver.com for more information.

Live Entertainment at the TownePlace ( 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm )
Join "No Sugs" at The TownePlace Lounge for $4 drinks and live entertainment every Tuesday from 9 to 11 p.m. No Sugs is an acoustic rock/pop cover band featuring guitarist Sam King (from the band "Apparatus") and vocalist Andrea Solski (from battle of the bands winner "Outrival"). TownePlace Suites is located on the corner of Falconbridge Road and the Kingsway. For more information, please call 705-525-7700.

Info Contact : Please call the TownePlace Suites at 705-525-7700 for more information. Email : salesadmin@towneplacesudbury.com

Write on the French River ( 8:00 am )

Join the Lodge at Pine Cove on the banks of the historic French River, where the dramatic setting will draw out your creative voice and refresh your keyboard-weary fingers. This five-day retreat is a chance to hone your fiction or non-fiction skills with three of Canada's craftiest writers.

Writers include:

Oakland Ross
Toronto Star feature writer, short- and non-fiction writing
"It's through the process of writing that you learn what it is you think and feel, and what it is that you have to say."

Susan Scott
Non-fiction editor at The New Quarterly, memoirs
"When we're entrusted with people's stories, our task is to shelter them, not distort them for our own ends."

Russell Smith
Globe & Mail columnist, fiction writing
"And as for other people's secrets - the stories that are 'not mine to tell' - of course they are mine to tell. All stories are mine. The whole world's mine."

Bonus: Behind the Bedroom Door:
After dinner one evening, the instructors will provide their insights into writing sex scenes. Nicola Ross will lead this engaging and titillating panel discussion.

Info Contact : Visit www.frenchriver.com for more information.

Write on the French River ( 8:00 am )

Join the Lodge at Pine Cove on the banks of the historic French River, where the dramatic setting will draw out your creative voice and refresh your keyboard-weary fingers. This five-day retreat is a chance to hone your fiction or non-fiction skills with three of Canada's craftiest writers.

Writers include:

Oakland Ross
Toronto Star feature writer, short- and non-fiction writing
"It's through the process of writing that you learn what it is you think and feel, and what it is that you have to say."

Susan Scott
Non-fiction editor at The New Quarterly, memoirs
"When we're entrusted with people's stories, our task is to shelter them, not distort them for our own ends."

Russell Smith
Globe & Mail columnist, fiction writing
"And as for other people's secrets - the stories that are 'not mine to tell' - of course they are mine to tell. All stories are mine. The whole world's mine."

Bonus: Behind the Bedroom Door:
After dinner one evening, the instructors will provide their insights into writing sex scenes. Nicola Ross will lead this engaging and titillating panel discussion.

Info Contact : Visit www.frenchriver.com for more information.

Live Entertainment at the TownePlace ( 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm )
Join "No Sugs" at The TownePlace Lounge for $4 drinks and live entertainment every Tuesday from 9 to 11 p.m. No Sugs is an acoustic rock/pop cover band featuring guitarist Sam King (from the band "Apparatus") and vocalist Andrea Solski (from battle of the bands winner "Outrival"). TownePlace Suites is located on the corner of Falconbridge Road and the Kingsway. For more information, please call 705-525-7700.

Info Contact : Please call the TownePlace Suites at 705-525-7700 for more information. Email : salesadmin@towneplacesudbury.com

Fundraiser - From Rock to Ocean ( 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm )
Sudburian Stephanie Desloges is joining the well-known organization Operation Mobilization. For two years she'll be on their ship, the Logos Hope, bringing knowledge, help, and hope around the world. Come to hear more about OM, their ship initiative and what led Stephanie on this adventure. A cash barbecue with a huge selection of homemade desserts will kick off the evening. Once hunger pains have subsided, enjoy live music intertwined with Steph's testimony and an exiting opportunity to support her financially. Take the rest of the evening to relax by a bonfire, munch on s'mores and chat with Steph.

There will also be a chance to win a day sailing trip for two in one of the top sailing destinations of the world: the North Channel! Gourmet lunch is included.

The event takes place at the Glad Tidings Church parking lot at 1101 Regent St. on May 23.

Info Contact : Check out the event on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/246029805539520/ Email : desloges.s@gmail.com Url: http://www.om.org/en/what-we-do/ships

Area 5 Barbershop Singing Symposium ( 9:30 am )
This regional event celebrates the art of barbershop singing. Barbershop singers across North America build their skills all year by participating in comprehensive music programs, intensive workshops and weekly rehearsals. Each year, the musical results of these efforts are presented for review at quartet and chorus competitions at regional and international levels. The finalists from Sudbury’s event will move on to an international competition in the fall. The event takes place from May 24 ro 26 at Laurentian University's Sheridan Auditorium.

Info Contact : Barb Booth Event organizer Email : barb17booth@gmail.com

Master Gardener Speaker Dr. Martha Scott ( 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm )
On Friday, May 24th at 7 p.m. the Sudbury Master Gardeners will kick-off the Sudbury Gardening Festival with a special presentation at the Parkside Centre (120 Durham St.) by Dr. Martha Scott about invasive species impacting gardens in Ontario. Tickets are $10 in advance. Contact Shirley at Cette adresse email est protégée contre les robots des spammeurs, vous devez activer Javascript pour la voir. or Linda at 705-693-2476 for more information.

Info Contact : Shirley Burley - jsburley@eastlink.ca Linda Hugli - 705-693-2476 Email : whugli@hotmail.com Url: http://www.sudburygardeningfestival.ca

NIGHTLIFE On the Rocks - Under Pressure ( 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm )
Nightlife on the Rocks is a series of nights just for adults. Enjoy an entertaining evening filled with creatures, cocktails and concoctions as you and your friends are dazzled by our hot topics, live experts, and savvy science. It’s a night out that you can’t find anywhere else. What are you waiting for?

Fire, caves and lava! It`s an evening like no other! Explore gems, fiery eruptions and entertainment in the depths of the transformed chasm.

Cost is FREE for members and $15 for the general public.

Cash bar and hors d’oeuvres will be available for purchase.

To buy tickets, please call 705-523-4629.

Info Contact : 705-523-4629 Url: http://sciencenorth.ca/calendar/EventList.aspx?fromdate=5/24/2013&todate=5/24/2013&display=Day&type=

Area 5 Barbershop Singing Symposium ( 9:30 am )
This regional event celebrates the art of barbershop singing. Barbershop singers across North America build their skills all year by participating in comprehensive music programs, intensive workshops and weekly rehearsals. Each year, the musical results of these efforts are presented for review at quartet and chorus competitions at regional and international levels. The finalists from Sudbury’s event will move on to an international competition in the fall. The event takes place from May 24 ro 26 at Laurentian University's Sheridan Auditorium.

Info Contact : Barb Booth Event organizer Email : barb17booth@gmail.com

Sudbury's Largest Yard and Sidewalk Sale ( 8:30 am - 4:30 pm )
Enjoy Sudbury's largest annual yard sale taking place between Elgin and Durham Streets in Downtown Sudbury.

Info Contact : 705-674-5115 Url: http://www.downtownsudbury.com

La plus grande vente débarras de Sudbury ( 9:00 am - 4:00 pm )
Profitez de la plus grande vente débarras de Sudbury, entre les rues Elgin et Durham au centre-ville.

Info Contact : Pour de plus amples renseignements, composer le 705-674-5115. Url: http://www.downtownsudbury.com

Festival du jardinage ( 9:30 am - 4:00 pm )
Rendons hommage au jardinage! Causeries, vendeurs, démonstrations, vente de plantes et exposition florale de la Société d’horticulture de Sudbury. Le festival a lieu au Centre Parkside (140 rue Durham).

Info Contact : Pour de plus amples renseignements, composer le 705-693-2476. Email : whugli@hotmail.com Url: http://www.sudburygardeningfestival.ca

Sudbury Gardening Festival ( 9:30 am - 4:00 pm )
The Sudbury Horticultural Society will host the Sudbury Gardening Festival on Saturday, May 25 at Parkside Centre, located at 140 Durham St. in Sudbury. The event will feature gardening-related vendors and exhibitors as well as gardening speakers and the Society’s annual plant sale and spring flower show. Admission is FREE. Visit their website at www.sudburygardeningfestival.ca for details.

Info Contact : For additional information please contact Wayne Hugli at 705-693-2476 or whugli@hotmail.com. Email : whugli@hotmail.com Url: http://www.sudburygardeningfestival.ca

Area 5 Barbershop Singing Symposium ( 9:30 am )
This regional event celebrates the art of barbershop singing. Barbershop singers across North America build their skills all year by participating in comprehensive music programs, intensive workshops and weekly rehearsals. Each year, the musical results of these efforts are presented for review at quartet and chorus competitions at regional and international levels. The finalists from Sudbury’s event will move on to an international competition in the fall. The event takes place from May 24 ro 26 at Laurentian University's Sheridan Auditorium.

Info Contact : Barb Booth Event organizer Email : barb17booth@gmail.com

Sudbury Spring Sprint 2013 ( 10:00 am - 1:00 pm )
You can transform the future for brain tumour patients and survivors. When you register and fundraise for Spring Sprint, you join a nation-wide movement that is transforming the future for brain tumour patients and families. This means funding critical research into the cause of and cure for brain tumours. It also means ensuring the 55,000 Canadians living with the disease have access to the important support and information programs that are uniquely needed. The Spring Sprint takes place on May 26 at Collège Boréal.

Info Contact : 1-800-265-5106 Url: http://www.braintumour.ca/2655/sudbury-spring-sprint-2013

Cello Café ( 12:00 - midi - 2:00 pm )
Cello Café is an afternoon of cello music in a casual atmosphere. Cellists of all ages and levels share their music in a supportive, low-stress environment. Formal concert etiquette is thrown out the window in favour of a café vibe. You'll find people chatting with friends, savouring a cheese plate, and enjoying a variety of cello music. The event takes place on Sunday May 26 at noon at the Fromagerie Elgin. This is a free, family-friendly event.

Email : alex@alexandralee.ca Url: http://www.alexandralee.ca/cello-cafe

Live Entertainment at the TownePlace ( 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm )
Join "No Sugs" at The TownePlace Lounge for $4 drinks and live entertainment every Tuesday from 9 to 11 p.m. No Sugs is an acoustic rock/pop cover band featuring guitarist Sam King (from the band "Apparatus") and vocalist Andrea Solski (from battle of the bands winner "Outrival"). TownePlace Suites is located on the corner of Falconbridge Road and the Kingsway. For more information, please call 705-525-7700.

Info Contact : Please call the TownePlace Suites at 705-525-7700 for more information. Email : salesadmin@towneplacesudbury.com

STC Presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera" ( 8:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

The Sudbury Theatre Centre presents "Suds - The Rocking 60s Musical Soap Opera." A rock and roll fairy tale, a trip down memory lane and a story of true love. When Cindy, who works in a laundromat, receives a letter from her boyfriend telling her that their romance is over, she falls into despair. Luckily her two guardian angels arrive, complete with bee-hive hair dos, to teach her that there is always hope for new love. With over 50 great songs from the 1960s, Suds will have you rockin’ and rollin’.

Info Contact : For tickets, contact the Sudbury Theatre Centre at 705-674-8381, extension 21. Email : boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Url: http://www.sudburytheatre.on.ca/

Everybody Talks: An Original Musical ( 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm )

UP Theatre is pleased to announce their 4th Season Original Musical - Everybody Talks! What really goes on during a casting call? What type of actors would you see there? A method actor? A spoiled brat? A washed up child actor? How would these actors interact with one another? UP Theatre's 4th season musical will leave you in stitches! This hilarious musical comedy is a satire of the entertainment industry and appeals to all audiences. The musical is playing at the D.K. MacKellar Auditorium from May 30th to June 2nd. Tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $13 for children 13 and under. Tickets are available by calling 705-562-7844.

Info Contact : Megan Kolppanen Founder / Artistic Director 705-562-7844 Email : info@uptheatre.com Url: http://www.uptheatre.com

"Temperance Lloyd" Book Launch ( 11:00 am - 1:00 pm )
Join at the Mackenzie Street Public Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the Temperance Lloyd Book Launch.

Chris and Roger Nash along with other local authors will be offering readings from their new novels promoting Celtic roots. Chris Nash returned from Scotland where she was on a book tour promoting her new novel Temperance Lloyd, which tellis the story of the last three women hanged in England as witches in 1682.

This event is part of the Sudbury Celtic Festival and Highland Games.

Info Contact : 705-918-2601 Email : sudburycelticfestival@gmail.com Url: http://www.sudburycelticfestival.com

Le Festival celtique et les jeux écossais de Sudbury ( 12:30 - pm - 7:30 pm )
Le Festival celtique et les jeux écossais de Sudbury débutent par une journée éducative au Musée de la ferme Anderson à Lively, avec des présentations de Knights of Valour (combats en armure) et d’oiseaux rapaces. Plus tard dans la matinée, des auteurs locaux liront des extraits de leurs œuvres récentes. La journée s’achève à 19 h avec le festin médiéval « A Knight to Remember » à l’hôtel Quality Inn, avec Duncan Cameron et son orchestre « A Fig for a Kiss ».

Samedi, le festival se poursuit à l’école secondaire Sacré-Cœur, avenue Notre-Dame. Éveillez votre esprit guerrier en assistant aux combats en armure mettant en vedette le chevalier local TJ Duquette. Ressentez la force des guerriers en voyant les athlètes s’affronter dans les épreuves écossaises traditionnelles. Le concours de danse écossaise célèbre les talents d’artistes celtiques locaux sur des airs de ballades écossaises traditionnelles, ainsi que le patrimoine culturel régional.

Des conteurs et auteurs locaux raconteront d’anciens contes folkloriques irlandais et exécuteront des traditions galloises, comme le chant « penillion ».
Kim Kippax d’Ever Growing Past aidera les familles à explorer leurs racines celtiques et à composer leur arbre généalogique.

Les amusements pour jeunes enfants abondent, comme les oiseaux rapaces, les combats en armure, les jeux gonflables, le bricolage et le maquillage. Le festival est idéal pour une sortie en famille et il comprend des attractions rehaussées grâce auxquelles un nouveau public découvrira divers aspects du patrimoine celtique du Grand Sudbury.

Cette année, l’entrée générale au festival coûte 5,50 $ par jour. L’entrée au tournoi Knights of Valour (qui comprend l’entrée générale au festival) coûte 15,50 $ pour les adultes et 5,50 $ pour les enfants de moins de 12 ans. On peut se procurer au festival les billets pour le souper médiéval. Les enfants de moins de cinq ans entrent gratuitement à tous les événements.

Il est fortement recommandé d’acheter les billets d’avance en ligne.

Info Contact : Pour autre renseignments contactez 705-918-2601 Url: http://www.sudburycelticfestival.com

Andy Lowe Performance ( 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm )
Andy Lowe will perform examples of traditional ballads and contemporary regional songs and discuss the process of creating local folk music. The performance takes place at the Parkside Centre on Durham Street. Lunch will be served at noon. This event is part of the Sudbury Celtic Festival and Highland Games.

Info Contact : 705-918-2601 Email : sudburycelticfestival@gmail.com Url: http://www.sudburycelticfestival.com

A Knight to Remember Medieval Feast ( 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm )
Enjoy a traditional Medieval Feast and entertainment by Duncan Cameron, the Laurentian Pipers, and Live Action Roleplay. The First Service is tomato soup, the Second Service is roast chicken with roast potatoes and vegetables, and the Final Service is pie with coffee and tea. Be sure to dress in traditional medieval or Celtic attire. There will be a cash only bar. Tickets are $65 or $480 for a table of eight. This event is part of the Sudbury Celtic Festival and Highland Games.

Info Contact : 705-918-2601 Email : sudburycelticfestival@gmail.com Url: http://www.sudburycelticfestival.com

Everybody Talks: An Original Musical ( 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm )

UP Theatre is pleased to announce their 4th Season Original Musical - Everybody Talks! What really goes on during a casting call? What type of actors would you see there? A method actor? A spoiled brat? A washed up child actor? How would these actors interact with one another? UP Theatre's 4th season musical will leave you in stitches! This hilarious musical comedy is a satire of the entertainment industry and appeals to all audiences. The musical is playing at the D.K. MacKellar Auditorium from May 30th to June 2nd. Tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $13 for children 13 and under. Tickets are available by calling 705-562-7844.

Info Contact : Megan Kolppanen Founder / Artistic Director 705-562-7844 Email : info@uptheatre.com Url: http://www.uptheatre.com