Broken wand: Peter Marucci and Cliff Harden

From Graham A. Giddy Funeral Homes:

Peter Marucci
Journalist and Magician…
Following a long illness on Monday May 2, 2016, Peter Marucci passed away peacefully at the Wellington Terrace in his 77th year with his wife by his side. Peter is survived by his aunt Mary (”Mame”) Marucci of Guelph. Peter was a long-time member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, the Society of American Magicians and the Order of Merlin. A private Broken Wand Ceremony has been held in his honour. Remembrances to the Hospice Wellington, Guelph or Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home would be appreciated by the family. www.grahamgiddyfh.com 519 843 3100

From Canadian Obituaries:

HARDEN, Clifford Stanley “Hardini”Passed away May 4, 2016 with family by his side at Lakeridge Health Oshawa at the age of 82.

Loving husband and best friend to Marie for almost 59 years.

Caring father of Rose Marie Walker (Rob), Wendy Crawford (Randy) and David Harden (Trish).

Proud Granddad of Sarah Walker and Shauna Yarrow-Harden. Brother to the late Isobel Matthews (James). Uncle to Margaret Wicksted (Alan) and family.

He will be missed by his extended family and many friends.

Clifford was proud to have served 6 years with the 33rd Medium Regiment in Cobourg. He was a talented magician, artist, woodworker and photographer to name a few of his passions. He truly enjoyed life and lived every day to the fullest. Cliff will be dancing in heaven.

Please join the family in celebrating Cliff’s life at MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Rd, Whitby, 905-443-3376, on Thursday May 12th. Memories will be shared at 3pm with reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lakeridge Health Foundation - Cancer Centre or the Diabetes Association.

Montreal: Magic lessons for kids!

From the Perfect Magic Facebook page:

We will be starting our Magic Lessons For Kids program Saturday May 21. Age 7-9, one hour from 10:30am to 11:30am at Perfect Magic in Montreal. Limited registration so if you know anyone that is interested, now is the time to register. Phone 514-738-4176 for information or to register.

Windsor-Walkerville Fringe: Keith Brown's "Absolute Magic"

From the Windsor-Walkerville Fringe:

ABSOLUTE MAGIC is the fusion of mystery, wonder, and storytelling in an intimate & interactive theatre setting. Keith uses everyday objects to produce miracles up close and personal. Keith focuses on magic that creates relationships; this is participatory entertainment at it’s finest, magic revolving around you – the audience.


GENRE: Magic, Storytelling, Comedy
AUDIENCE: All Ages

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From Keith Brown's Twitter feed:

Just got my @wwfringefest dates! Join me @oldewalkervilletheatre for my hit show Absolute … https://t.co/nUWHExbLmi pic.twitter.com/ShStDBcsSp

— Keith Brown (@KeithHBrown) April 13, 2016

Toronto: Free magic club

From the Browser's Den of Magic Facebook group:

This Saturday, May 7 from 2:30 to 5:30pm is our next Free Magic Club meeting at Browser's Den. All interested in talking magic are welcome.

Magical hugs-Jeff & The Browser's Den Team.
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Canada's Oldest Magic Shop

Edmonton: A night of magic

From Signed Events:

Monday, 09 May 2016

Professional magician Dr. Jay (member of the Canadian Association of Magicians, International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Academy of Magical Arts [Hollywood's Magic Castle!]) presents a unique magic show as well as a demonstration of close-up interactive magic. Then stay as our guests afterwards for a round of mini golf in the coolest glow-in-the-dark monster-themed environment. 

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Updated November 2017 to add:

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