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Cynthia Mackey Story Time at Peninsula Country Market | Summer 2026
2026-07-18 09:30 - 10:00 (America/Vancouver) | Peninsula Country Market, 1528 Stelly's Cross Road, Saanichton, British Columbia, V8M 1S8, Canada
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Spend your Saturday mornings this summer with author Cynthia Mackey at the
Peninsula Country Market.

This special story time series takes place on select Saturdays throughout the season, offering families a chance to gather, listen, and enjoy stories together in an open-air market setting. Cynthia will be reading from
If a Bumblebee Lands on Your Toe and Butterfly Sea, bringing gentle, nature-filled storytelling to life for young listeners.

Story time begins at 9:30 AM and runs for about 30 minutes—just enough time to settle in, enjoy a story, and then explore everything the market has to offer.

Story Time Dates:
Saturday, July 18
Saturday, August 1, 8, 15, and 22
Saturday, September 5

Location:
Saanich Fairgrounds
1628 Stelly’s Cross Road
Saanichton, BC

The Peninsula Country Market is a beloved local tradition, known for its fresh produce, handmade goods, and vibrant community atmosphere. Story time makes for a perfect start to a morning visit—especially for families with young children.

Learn more about the market:

Peninsula Country Market website

Follow Cynthia Mackey for updates:

@books.by.cindy

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