In Conversation: Michael Crummey


Date: Apr 16
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Theatre

Discover the real-life stories that inspired Michael Crummey’s latest books, The Innocents and The Adversary!

Join us for a captivating conversation with award-winning Newfoundland and Labrador author Michael Crummey as he delves into the art of blending fact and fiction, inspired by his research in The Rooms Archives.

Cost: $12 plus HST. 10% Discount for Rooms Members. Get your ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090.

About the Artist:

Michael Crummey is the author of thirteen books of fiction and poetry. His work has been published in a dozen countries and has won or been nominated for many national and international awards, including the Giller Prize, the Governor-General's Award, the Commonwealth Prize and the International Dublin Literary Award. He lives in St. John's. 

 

 

 

Events & Programs

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Unlock Your Creativity! Join us for an exciting drawing workshop designed for young artists who are eager to learn the unique and playful style of LEGO® animators. 

You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own  LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!

10:30 am session is designed for youth in grades 3 - 6. 

Click here to check out the afternoon session, designed for youth in grades 7 - 12!

All workshop materials included in the cost.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Seats are limited.  Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your child’s space.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Spring Break LEGO® Fun at The Rooms!

Join us for an action-packed spring break from April 22–27, where kids 12 and under get FREE admission to a week of creativity, play, and LEGO® fun!

We’re thrilled to partner once again with Bricks & Minifigs St. John’s and NewfoundLUG to bring you an exciting LEGO® brick-building event.

What’s Happening?

Exhibition of Local Builds – Be amazed by stunning LEGO® creations crafted by talented local builders.
 

Activities taking place from 1 - 4 pm daily:

Builder Spotlight Station – Chat with LEGO® enthusiasts from NewfoundLUG and learn their best building tips!

Community Build – Help create a collaborative masterpiece! Each visitor gets a LEGO® brick to add to our growing display.

Button-Making Station – Design your own LEGO®-inspired button to take home.

Minifigure Search – Minifigures are hiding among the animals in the Connections Gallery—how many can you find?

 

Daily Themed LEGO® Builds (Level 3, Open Minds Area)

Each day brings a new creative challenge!

April 22 – Fabricating Foliage (Earth Day Special) – Build your favorite nature-inspired features of Newfoundland and Labrador.

April 23 – Beastly Builds – Bring creatures big and small to life! Get inspired by the Connections Gallery.

April 24 – Building Buildings – Design your dream museum or a cozy space that feels like home.

April 25 – This is How We Go – Create your favorite mode of transportation, from boats to snowmobiles!

April 26 – Think Outside the Brick – Get abstract! Experiment with patterns, shapes, and colors.


April 27 – Show Us What You’re Made Of – Build a LEGO® self-portrait that reflects your personality.

NEW! LEGO®-Themed Specialty Workshops

Don’t miss this fun-filled week of LEGO® creativity at The Rooms! We can’t wait to see what you build.

This year, we’re introducing special LEGO®-inspired stop-motion, drawing, and printmaking workshops. Check them out on our events calendar!

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Unlock Your Creativity! Join us for an exciting drawing workshop designed for young artists who are eager to learn the unique and playful style of LEGO® animators. 

You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own  LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!

2:00 pm session is designed for youth in grades 7 - 12. 

Click here to check out the morning session, designed for youth in grades 3 - 6!

All workshop materials included in the cost.

Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms Members. Seats are limited.  Please call (709) 757-8090 to book your child’s space.