As residents in Greater Sudbury continue to practice social distancing Sudbury.com is putting together a weekly list of local virtual events and projects to keep families busy and offer some welcome distraction from the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you're planning an online performance, class, presentation or other event in Greater Sudbury, send the details to [email protected] so we can spread the word.
A Taste of Finland at Home
Pre-order by April 26
Treat mom or with a special brunch in a box filled with Finnish treats including: kajalanpiirakka (rice pie), lihapiirakka (meat pie), munkkipossut (jelly pig donuts) suolakala, (cured salmon on rye bread), pulla, fresh fruit and a few special additions. Pre-pay by April 26 to guarantee your brunch pick-up on May 7. Phone 705-524-3137 ext. 249 or email [email protected]
Mother’s Day Luncheon
Pre-order before May 3
The Ukrainian Seniors’ Centre is offering a curb-side hot luncheon on Mother’s Day. Meals include perogies, cabbage rolls and meat stick for $10. Limited quantity of additional meat sticks will be available for $3 each. Quantities are limited. Place your order before May 3, pick-up on May 9, 705-673-7404.
Sudbury Performance Group virtual concert series
April 22
The two-month concert series will be streamed live every Thursday from The Coulson Nightclub. This week’s events feature The Hits of Elton John performed by Rod Bazinet on April 22. Performances are free of charge and will be streamed on the Sudbury Performance Group Facebook page from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Sudbury Indie Cinema virtual screenings
April 22 to 29
Enjoy the Indie from the comfort of your own home. In addition to the following virtual screenings, the Indie has launched Movie Night Take-Out. Every Friday munch on the delicious snacks you buy at the Indie at home. Combos include popcorn, chocolate, alcohol and more. Place your Movie Night Take-Out orders via phone 705-674-0000 or by email [email protected] by 3 p.m. on Fridays.
For more information on virtual screenings, visit SudburyIndieCinema.com.
Virtual Knit Nights
April 22 & 29
Sweet Yarns, located at 1465 Bancroft Dr., is livestreaming knitting circles on its Facebook page every Thursday night from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join in here.
Perogies and Cabbage Rolls
Mondays to Fridays
Fresh perogies and cabbage rolls are available for curb-side pick-up from Monday to Friday at the Ukranian Seniors’ Centre. Place your order by phoning 705-673-7404.
Technological Helping Tools: One Step Closer to Success workshop
April 28
Ms. Mélanie Lamarche-Wing, learning consultant at Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon, will show parents whose children have an individualized education plan (IEP) and assistive technology where to find related resources. Parents will become familiar with the many assistive technology functions, software and applications available to their child. They will be able to identify those related to the specific needs of their child and, above all, get involved in the learning and educational use of their child's assistive learning technology. The virtual workshops take place on April 28 at 9:55 a.m. and 3:55 p.m. Click here to register or phone 705-673-5626.
Sudbury Performance Group virtual concert series
April 29
The two-month concert series will be streamed live every Thursday from The Coulson Nightclub. This week’s event features Marc Serre on April 29. Performances are free of charge and will be streamed on the Sudbury Performance Group Facebook page from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
