Welcome to our new community events calendar! Here’s what’s happening in our community!
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Royal Canadian Legion Thursday night Bingo – begins 7:30pm
The St. Mary’s Lions Club and Sherbrooke & Area Volunteer Fire Department Chase the Ace will be held each Friday evening from 7:00 to 8:30. Bar and Canteen on site, 19+.
Gamblers Anonymous Regular meetings for those struggling with a gambling problem are being held every Friday evening in New Glasgow.
Come celebrate Acadian Day in Pomquet on Saturday, August 13th! Stop by the local market at the Société Acadienne Sainte Croix beside the church between 10 and 2 to purchase fresh produce, crafts and take in some local talent. Family games and bouncy castles will be on site at Chez DesLauriers for the annual barbecue at 5:30, followed by a concert under the stars with Weldon Boudreau and friends at 7:30. In case of rain, evening events will move from Chez DesLauriers to the Pomquet Fire Hall. Top off the night with a fireworks display courtesy of the Pomquet Volunteer Fire Department. Hope to see you there!
45s card game, Saturdays, from 1:30-3:30, 50/50 will be sold. Bring a Partner
Local Entertainment, Bouncy Houses, Fish Pond, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, cookies, Refreshments, Sparky will make a appearance, Display of fire trucks and equipment. Afternoon is free, followed by an adult dance 9-1. Come help us celebrate 50 years of service at 11677 Hwy 4 in Kenzieville. Please note exit 29 route is closed.
Margaree Highland Games featuring heavy events such as caber toss, hammer throw, stones, pipers, Highland dancers, small animal petting area, auction, bake sale, barbecue, beer garden and more.
Crib games are back! Crib returns to St. Andrews Community Centre. Cost is $5.00 and there is also a 50/50 draw. A partner is required.
Annual St. Patrick’s mass merland will be aug 14th 2022 Sunday at 1:30 St. Patrick’s church in Merland Antigonish county
Weekly bingo Sundays in Heatherton. Game starts at 2:15.
Hosted by the Little Harbor Fire Department.
With Shelly Campbell and Jonathan Andrews. The concert is held on the grounds of the Coady-Tompkins Library. BBQ and 50/50 tickets available! Sponsored by the Margaree Development Association!
Love to chat about books, and wondering what to read next? The branches of the Pictou-Antigonish Regional Libraries host Book Clubs throughout the month!
The “Good Morning” Book Club meets monthly at 10am the Stellarton Library! The “Good Night” Book Club also meets each month, from 7 to 8 pm.
For more information, and to register as seating is limited – please contact the Stellarton Library (stellarton@parl.ns.ca, (902) 755-1638).* Please note, the public library follows all current NS Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, http://www.parl.ns.ca/locations/welcomeback.php
Join us through Zoom on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10 am to meet others and discuss a selection of interesting books. If you aren’t familiar with Zoom, don’t worry, we can help you figure it out! Call the Antigonish Library at 902-863-4276 to register, or for more information.
The “Wednesday” Book Club meets each month at the Westville Library! For more information, and to register as seating is limited – please contact the Westville Library, (902) 396-5022).* Please note, the public library follows all current NS Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, http://www.parl.ns.ca/locations/welcomeback.php
The Pictou Library’s Online Book Club meets the 2nd Thursday of each month via Zoom! For more information, and to register – please contact the Pictou Library, (902) 485-5021.
The River John Library’s Book Club meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month. For more information, and to register as seating is limited – please contact the River John Library (riverjohn@parl.ns.ca, (902) 351-2599). * Please note, the public library follows all current NS Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, http://www.parl.ns.ca/locations/welcomeback.php
Did you know? Beyond nursing and home support, VON serves thousands of clients in Nova Scotia every week through Community Support Services, including: Meals-on-Wheels, Transportation, Adult Day Programs and more…
COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the way in which VON is able to raise funds to support community programs, which rely heavily on donor support. We are seeking your help to keep important VON programs running by inviting you to participate in our monthly 50/50 raffle – drawn on the 2nd Thursday of each month! Your support through this raffle will help ensure that VON programs continue to serve vulnerable people in communities across Nova Scotia.
Click here to purchase tickets.
Winner is drawn the 2nd Thursday of every month starting May 2021 – with ticket sales closing at 11:59pm on the 2nd Monday of the month.
Thank you for supporting VON Nova Scotia. Good luck!!
**If you’re missing emails or tickets please check your junk or spam folders, otherwise head to support.rafflebox.ca for assistance.
45s card play resume in St. Andrews. Cost is $6.00 and there is also a 50/50 draw.
Health Services are offered each Tuesday for men and boys age 12 and over.
To book an appointment, call the Antigonish office at 902-863-2358.
The Community Hot Meal Program at St. James begins at Noon on Tuesdays. Everyone is welcome.
Weekly Toonie draw 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Play your Toonie by 4 p.m. on Tuesdays for this weekly draw in support of SHOPS. Winner receives half of the pot. Play your Toonie at Bud’s Convenience, Clover Farm, Feltmate & Son Enterprises, Rhynold’s Gas & Confectionary, Sherbrooke Garage or Whitney’s Corner Store. Follow them on Facebook or contact ed@shopsonline.ca for more information.
Have you ever wanted to trace your family roots? This summer, the Chestico Museum and Archives in Harbourview/Port Hood is offering a series of informative genealogy workshops: Starting the Genealogical Journey on Tuesday, August 16th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Brenda (Hawley) Harrison, and local Port Hood residents John and Cathy Gillies will be providing the workshops with techniques to help you. Pre-registration required at $20: limited spots available.
To reserve your spot visit or contact the museum: 8095 Route 19 Harbourview/Port Hood; Phone 902-787-2244, Open 9 to 5 Monday to Friday; Website: http://chesticoplace.com/museum ; Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/chesticomuseum
Summer Evening Mid-Week ‘Hymn Sing Worship’ in the Spirit Glen Garden. Bring Your Chair or Blanket and Come and Enjoy a music & hymn filled evening time of worship. On this Night We Will be Joined by popular singer and performer John Spyder Macdonald.
Lindsay’s Health Centre for Women is a partnership of the Guysborough Antigonish Strait Health Authority, the Antigonish Women’s Resource Centre and the medical community. Services are provided by a multi-disciplinary team that includes Mental Health Services, Addictions Services, Public Health Services, the Women’s Centre, a physician and a nurse practitioner. Along with the medical care provided by the physician and nurse practitioner, Lindsay’s Health Centre offers a series of programs that are designed to help women make informed decisions about their health.
For information or to book an appointment, call 902-318-9984.
Our Lady of Lourdes CWL BOOK SALE – Aug 18 & 19 from 11:00am – 4:00pm and Aug 20 from 10:00am – 1:00pm in the Sister Catherine Steele Centre in Lourdes (Behind Our lady of Lourdes Church) Donations welcome. The CWL thank you for your support.
Come join Mayor Nancy Dicks for local treats and tea at the Carmichael-Stewart House Museum! Have a chat with the Mayor, enjoy some refreshments, and see the museum’s historic garden.
Card play will resume on April 7. For the safety of all, masks must be worn. Hope to see you there!
Join for the weekly ceilidh featuring Karen Beaton on fiddle and Leona Williams on piano. Special guest this week is James MacLean on guitar.
Royal Canadian Legion Thursday night Bingo – begins 7:30pm
Come on by and see artist, artisans, food vendors and live music. Free admission!
If you are an artist or vendor looking to take part in the Art Fair, click this link for more information.
The St. Mary’s Lions Club and Sherbrooke & Area Volunteer Fire Department Chase the Ace will be held each Friday evening from 7:00 to 8:30. Bar and Canteen on site, 19+.
Gamblers Anonymous Regular meetings for those struggling with a gambling problem are being held every Friday evening in New Glasgow.
On Saturday August 20th they will be holding their annual Ducky Race. This is their largest fundraising event of the year.
* Prizes are $500.00 for 1st., $300.00 for 2nd., and $100.00 for 3rd.
Unfortunately there will be no Chicken BBQ this year
45s card game, Saturdays, from 1:30-3:30, 50/50 will be sold. Bring a Partner
Crib games are back! Crib returns to St. Andrews Community Centre. Cost is $5.00 and there is also a 50/50 draw. A partner is required.
Weekly bingo Sundays in Heatherton. Game starts at 2:15.
Love to chat about books, and wondering what to read next? The branches of the Pictou-Antigonish Regional Libraries host Book Clubs throughout the month!
The “Good Morning” Book Club meets monthly at 10am the Stellarton Library! The “Good Night” Book Club also meets each month, from 7 to 8 pm.
For more information, and to register as seating is limited – please contact the Stellarton Library (stellarton@parl.ns.ca, (902) 755-1638).* Please note, the public library follows all current NS Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, http://www.parl.ns.ca/locations/welcomeback.php
Join us through Zoom on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10 am to meet others and discuss a selection of interesting books. If you aren’t familiar with Zoom, don’t worry, we can help you figure it out! Call the Antigonish Library at 902-863-4276 to register, or for more information.
The “Wednesday” Book Club meets each month at the Westville Library! For more information, and to register as seating is limited – please contact the Westville Library, (902) 396-5022).* Please note, the public library follows all current NS Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, http://www.parl.ns.ca/locations/welcomeback.php
The Pictou Library’s Online Book Club meets the 2nd Thursday of each month via Zoom! For more information, and to register – please contact the Pictou Library, (902) 485-5021.
The River John Library’s Book Club meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month. For more information, and to register as seating is limited – please contact the River John Library (riverjohn@parl.ns.ca, (902) 351-2599). * Please note, the public library follows all current NS Public Health COVID-19 guidelines, http://www.parl.ns.ca/locations/welcomeback.php
Did you know? Beyond nursing and home support, VON serves thousands of clients in Nova Scotia every week through Community Support Services, including: Meals-on-Wheels, Transportation, Adult Day Programs and more…
COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the way in which VON is able to raise funds to support community programs, which rely heavily on donor support. We are seeking your help to keep important VON programs running by inviting you to participate in our monthly 50/50 raffle – drawn on the 2nd Thursday of each month! Your support through this raffle will help ensure that VON programs continue to serve vulnerable people in communities across Nova Scotia.
Click here to purchase tickets.
Winner is drawn the 2nd Thursday of every month starting May 2021 – with ticket sales closing at 11:59pm on the 2nd Monday of the month.
Thank you for supporting VON Nova Scotia. Good luck!!
**If you’re missing emails or tickets please check your junk or spam folders, otherwise head to support.rafflebox.ca for assistance.
45s card play resume in St. Andrews. Cost is $6.00 and there is also a 50/50 draw.
Health Services are offered each Tuesday for men and boys age 12 and over.
To book an appointment, call the Antigonish office at 902-863-2358.
The Community Hot Meal Program at St. James begins at Noon on Tuesdays. Everyone is welcome.
Weekly Toonie draw 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Play your Toonie by 4 p.m. on Tuesdays for this weekly draw in support of SHOPS. Winner receives half of the pot. Play your Toonie at Bud’s Convenience, Clover Farm, Feltmate & Son Enterprises, Rhynold’s Gas & Confectionary, Sherbrooke Garage or Whitney’s Corner Store. Follow them on Facebook or contact ed@shopsonline.ca for more information.
Join them for a special treat this summer! Every second Wednesday, enjoy afternoon tea at the Museum from 1-3pm. Catered by Sea Salt Bakery (who provided the delicious spread for their Platinum Jubilee celebration in June), the menu will include fresh scones, an assortment of squares/small cakes, and your choice of an assortment of different teas. Reservations are recommended as seating is limited. Two sittings: 1pm and 2pm. Call 902-863-6160 or email antheritage@parl.ns.ca
