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Fred Penner to play Pender

Loveable children's entertainer Fred Penner is coming to Pender Harbour for two family-friendly concerts next Saturday, Nov. 23. Penner will play the Pender Harbour School of Music in Madeira Park at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Loveable children's entertainer Fred Penner is coming to Pender Harbour for two family-friendly concerts next Saturday, Nov. 23.

Penner will play the Pender Harbour School of Music in Madeira Park at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

At a recent keynote address to an early childhood education conference, the acclaimed family entertainer, singer/songwriter, composer, actor, writer, author, TV host and keynote speaker delivered a simple, yet powerful message: "Never underestimate your ability to make a difference in the life of a child."

A gentle giant with kind eyes and an undeniable ability to make you feel good about yourself, this musical master brings 25 years of commitment, consistency and depth to a career that skillfully blends the many genres of performing and communication. Dubbed Mr. Multi-Media by Billboard magazine, Penner's diverse repertoire includes a prolific 12 children's albums, countless energetically packed live shows for throngs ofeager audiences across North America, composing the music for APTN/YTV's Tipi Tales and writing the score and hosting the TV documentary The Simple Way (focused on the relevant, world-wide topic of voluntary simplicity).

He has, without adoubt, established himself as a fundamental part of the North American family entertainment scene. And whether it's through CDs, videos, books or television, his cornerstone philosophy remains the same - absolute trust that his work can make a difference.

A humanitarian always conscious of the "delicate balance required to create a positive influence that fosters healthy self-esteem in the life of a child," his work is infused with a steadfast commitment to communicating with children and families in a clear, non-condescending way.

Tickets for are $15 for adults and $10 for children available at Harbour Insurance, John Henry's Marina, the Sechelt Visitor Information Centre and Gaia's Fair Trade in Gibsons.

See more at www.penderharbourmusic.ca.

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