Meet the Author: Kevin Major


Date: Aug 22
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Where: Theatre

Join us for a talk with accomplished author Kevin Major, who will be discussing his latest novel, Five for Forteau. This is the fifth book in the popular Sebastian Synard mystery series, where our intrepid tour guide and private detective embarks on an adventure across Newfoundland and into Labrador, in pursuit of those towers of intrigue—lighthouses!

This is a free event but a ticket is required. Please reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709)757-8090.

About the Author:
Governor General Award winner Kevin Major is the author of eighteen books—fiction, literary non-fiction, poetry, and plays. As Near To Heaven By Sea: A History of Newfoundland and Labrador was a Canadian bestseller.

Presented in partnership with Breakwater Books. Books will be available for sale in The Rooms Giftshop.

Events & Programs

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Winter may be here, but there’s no need to stay home! Join us at The Rooms to exercise and socialize during this colder and drearier time of year.

While strolling throughout the building and enjoying both the exhibits and the views, participants may focus on a different theme from our collection each week. After our stroll, staff will lead a brief discussion on the weekly theme, and then everyone is encouraged to stay and socialize with friends new and old.

No registration is needed. Included with the cost of admission ($7.80 plus HST for seniors), free for members.

Please wear or bring appropriate shoes.

For further information, please contact catherineoneill@therooms.ca

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
TOUR

Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador

Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.

Tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and included in the cost of admission.