TORONTO, May 2, 2019 /CNW/ - From bestselling authors to the most anticipated new releases, Indigo stores across Canada are thrilled to announce the following events in May. ⁱ

INDIGO PINECREST PRESENTS: AROMATHERAPY CANDLE MAKING

Unwind, relax and enjoy an evening of aromatherapy candle making. During this two-hour workshop, we will take you step-by-step through the candle making process while you create your very own Cup of Intention Teacup Candle.  Workshop is inclusive of all materials, essential oils and your finished Teacup Candle and Intention Tag. Ticket price: $40

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Date and location:
Indigo Pinecrest Community Room
Ottawa, ON
Thursday, May 2 at 7 p.m.

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INDIGO PINECREST PRESENTS: ESSENTIAL OIL MAKE & TAKE

Join Amanda DeGrace, owner of Little Lotus Yoga & Mama to 3, as she shares the top essential oils and blends to use in your home (for little ones and adults!) to help with sleep, relaxation and stress. Your little ones are welcome to attend the event with you to help make an essential oil roller. Ticket price: $40

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Date and location:
Indigo Pinecrest Community Room
Ottawa, ON
Friday, May 3 at 1 p.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: CAT & NAT

Join hilarious best friends Catherine Belknap and Natalie Telfer as they discuss their new book, Mom Truths: Embarrassing Stories and Brutally Honest Advice On The Extremely Real Struggle of Motherhood. Book signing to follow.

Date and location:
Indigo Yonge & Eglington
Toronto, ON
Saturday, May 4 at 2 p.m.

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INDIGOKIDS PRESENTS: THE PRINCESS IN BLACK

Join creators of The Princess in Black series Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, and LeUyen Pham for an event full of fun as they sign copies of their books. Plus, enjoy an interactive reading and a drawing demo!

Event Guidelines:

• Individuals must have purchased one (1) copy of a title in The Princess in Black series to join the signing line-up; proof of purchase required from any Indigo, Chapters, Indigospirit, or Coles location
• Authors will personalize up to one (1) book in The Princess in Black series per individual and sign up to three (3) backlist titles
• Memorabilia is not permitted at this event and will not be signed

Date and location:
Indigo Hillcrest
Richmond Hill, ON
Friday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: KORTNEY & DAVE WILSON

Join HGTV's Masters of Flip stars Kortney & Dave Wilson as they discuss how to inexpensively build joy into their lives and their homes with their new book, Live Happy: The Best Ways to Make Your House a Home. Book signing to follow.

Date and location:
Indigo Pinecrest
Ottawa, ON
Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: VICTORIA AVEYARD, TAHEREH MAFI & MAYA MOTAYNE

Join bestselling YA authors Victoria Aveyard and Tahereh Mafi, along with debut author Maya Motayne, as they discuss and sign their latest fantasy novels Broken Throne, Defy Me and Nocturna.

Event Guidelines:

• This event is free and open to the public; individuals must have a wristband to be in the book signing line
• 200 wristbands will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 10 a.m. on the day of the event with the purchase of one (1) copy of any book by the featured authors; book must be purchased on the day of the event at the hosting store to get a wristband
• There is no limit to the number of books the authors will personalize
• Posed photography in front of the signing table is allowed; no hugs
• Memorabilia is not permitted at this event and will not be signed

Date and location:
Indigo Square One
Mississauga, ON
Saturday, May 11 at 7 p.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: JAY KRISTOFF

Join New York Times bestselling author Jay Kristoff as he discusses his new book, Aurora Rising. Book signing to follow.

Date and location:
Chapters Metrotown
Burnaby, BC
Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m.

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IN PERSON: JANET WEES

Join Canadian author Janet Wees as she signs copies of her book, When We Were Shadows, a middle grade read about a family that hides in a village in the Dutch woods during WWII.

Dates and locations:
Indigo Toronto Eaton Centre
Toronto, ON
Wednesday, May 15 from 5-7 p.m.

Indigo Bay & Bloor
Toronto, ON
Thursday, May 16 from 5-7 p.m.

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INDIGO PINECREST PRESENTS: EXPLORING YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE

This workshop will help you explore and uncover your life's purpose through discussion, connectivity, breathing exercises, and a guided meditation. At the close the workshop you will receive your very own copy of The Alchemist by Paul Coelho to enhance your own personal exploration. Ticket price: $40

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Date and location:
Indigo Pinecrest Community Room
Ottawa, ON
Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m.

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INDIGOKIDS PRESENTS: SPECTACULARLY BEAUTIFUL

Join Canadian author Lisa Lucas and illustrator Laurie Stein as they read and sign copies of their latest book Spectacularly Beautiful: A Refugee's Story.

Date and location:
Indigo Hillcrest
Richmond Hill, ON
Saturday, May 18 at 1 p.m.

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INDIGO PINECREST PRESENTS: SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR PICKY EATER

Join us for a fun interactive cooking demo for parents and children to explore the sensory world of food. During this hour and a half workshop learn the 'why' behind picky eating, ask questions, connect with others and learn some new tips to try at home. Plus, learn to make a healthy gluten/dairy/nut-free smoothie and then taste test for all! Giveaway handout and recipes included; deeper consultation upon request. Ticket price: $10

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Date and location:
Indigo Pinecrest Community Room
Ottawa, ON
Saturday, May 18 at 1 p.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: NAFIZA AZAD

Join local author Nafiza Azad as she launches The Candle and the Flame, her debut fantasy novel!

Date and location:
Chapters Metrotown
Burnaby, BC
Saturday, May 18 at 1 p.m.

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IN PERSON: TERRI LIBENSON

Join bestselling graphic novelist Terri Libenson, creator of Invisible Emmie and Positively Izzy as she presents her new book, Just Jaime. Plus, enjoy a reading and drawing demo!

Dates and locations:
Indigo Grandview Corners
Surrey, BC
Wednesday, May 22 at 7 p.m.

Indigo Square One
Mississauga, ON
Friday, May 24 at 7 p.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: YUNG PUEBLO

Join poet, mediator and author Yung Pueblo as he reads from his new collection of poetry and prose, Inward. Book signing to follow.

Date and location:
Indigo Bay & Bloor
Toronto, ON
Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m.

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INDIGO PINECREST PRESENTS: INTRODUCTION TO FAUX CALLIGRAPHY

Find yourself swooning over modern calligraphy, but too intimidated to try it? Join us for this 1.5-hr workshop with calligrapher and instructor Becca Courtice of The Happy Ever Crafter, who will teach you step-by-step how to create gorgeous "faux calligraphy" using everyday approachable tools and techniques. Includes all of the tools and supplies. No experience necessary. Ticket price: $65

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Date and location:
Indigo Pinecrest Community Room
Ottawa, ON
Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m.

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IN CONVERSATION: JERRY HOWARTH

Join legendary radio broadcaster and voice of the Toronto Blue Jays for 36 years, Jerry Howarth, as he signs copies of his memoir, Hello, Friends!: Stories From My Life and Blue Jays Baseball.

Date and location:
Coles Cloverdale Mall
Toronto, ON
Saturday, May 25 at 12 p.m.

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IN PERSON: MARK MANSON

Join #1 international best seller and #1 New York Times best-selling author Mark Manson as he reads from his new book, Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope. Book signing to follow. Ticket Price: $20.17 + service fees (each ticket will admit one person and include one copy of the book, Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope).  

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Event Guidelines:

• Individuals must have a wristband to be in the event space and book signing line.
• A limited number of tickets (wristbands) are available.
• Tickets are not available for purchase in-store.
• Maximum one (1) ticket per person. One (1) book maximum per person per ticket.
• Guests will receive a numbered wristband when they arrive at the store on the day of the event. They must exchange their Ticketscene ticket for a numbered wristband at that time.
• Wristbands are non-transferrable and cannot be sold.
• Access to the event area will only be granted to those guests who received a numbered wristband.
• Seating is first come, first served for those with a wristband.
• Candid photography and posed photography from the line-up is allowed.
• Backlist is permitted.
• Memorabilia is not permitted at this event and will not be signed.

Date and location:
Indigo Bay & Bloor
Toronto, ON
Monday, May 27 at 7 p.m.

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ⁱ i At participating locations. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Event materials may be limited and events are subject to cancellation or change without notice.

SOURCE Indigo Books & Music Inc.

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