# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Candy Killer | Backyard History talk at the Fog City ComicCon
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 11:00 am (-03:00)
- **Event Description**: This coming Sunday, May 3rd, I will be in Saint John at Fog City ComicCon reading aloud – for the first time – the centrepiece and longest story in my first book ‘Backyard History: Forgotten Stories From Atlantic Canada’s Past.’ 


It is called ‘The Candy Killer’ and is the true story of a 1880s poisoner on the loose in the Port City who was targeting the city’s priests and ministers with candies poisoned with strychnine! 


 This event is FREE and ALL ARE WELCOME! (Despite the topic, it's not a gory talk ... mostly because I'm rather squeamish!) 


Can’t make it? You can hear it on the Backyard History Podcast — that version, featuring 12 voice actors and actresses, is our most popular episode (by a fair margin)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/saint-john/the-candy-killer-|-backyard-history-talk-at-the-fog-city-comiccon/200029970822743
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 54

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Saint John
- **state**: NB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Bibliothèque publique de Saint John Free Public Library
- **lat**: 45.272983818175
- **long**: -66.064803600311
- **full address**: Bibliothèque publique de Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Square,Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Candy Killer | Backyard History talk at the Fog City ComicCon being held?
  - **A:** The Candy Killer | Backyard History talk at the Fog City ComicCon takes place on Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 11:00 am at Bibliothèque publique de Saint John Free Public Library, 1 Market Square,Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Candy Killer | Backyard History talk at the Fog City ComicCon?
  - **A:** The Candy Killer | Backyard History talk at the Fog City ComicCon is organized by Backyard History.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Backyard History's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Backyard History a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Backyard History has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Candy Killer | Backyard History talk at the Fog City ComicCon is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Saint John, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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