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.

Today's Events & Programs

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms!

Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises.

What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.

This is a creative and supportive environment; all skill levels and experience are welcome! Designed for ages 15 and up.

Quality drawing supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own sketchbook.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Drop-ins welcome!

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.

Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms!

Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises.

What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.

This is a creative and supportive environment; all skill levels and experience are welcome! Designed for ages 15 and up.

Quality drawing supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own sketchbook.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Drop-ins welcome!