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Community Events

Welcome to our new community events calendar! Here’s what’s happening in our community!

Please submit your event at least two weeks in advance. All posts need to be approved prior to being published and will not show up right away, so please be patient. If you have an event to list, please visit our Submissons page.

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Sep
21
Thu
Lindsay’s Health Centre for Women @ Antigonish Women's Resource Centre, 219 Main Street
Sep 21 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

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.

National Legion Week: New Glasgow Legion BBQ Social @ New Glasgow Legion Branch 34
Sep 21 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

National Legion Week is September 17-23, and the New Glasgow Legion Normandy Branch 34 New Glasgow, will celebrate by hosting some events! Everyone is Welcome!Hope to see everyone, enjoying the BBQ Social

Live Music @ St Michael Parish Hall
Sep 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come enjoy an evening of Live Music at St Michael Parish Hall in East Margaree with Neil MacDaniel on Thursday, September 21st, from 7 – 9pm. Entry by donation, as this is a fundraiser for the parish hall. Cash Bar. Minors welcome as long as accompanied with an adult.

Sep
22
Fri
Information Session on Wills, Power of Attorney and Personal Directives @ Country Harbour Gun Club
Sep 22 @ 2:00 pm

An information session on Wills, Power of Attorney and PersonalDirectives with Lawyer, Carole Gartside and Funeral Planning with G.W.Giffin Funeral Home will be held on Friday, September 22nd at 2 p.m.in the Country Harbour Gun Club. For more information, please call902-328-2233.

Kitchen Party Jam @ Hillside Community Hall
Sep 22 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Kitchen party jam every Friday night at the Hillside Community Hall, 27 Chance Harbour Road With a variety of musicians. All singers and players welcome, musicians free of charge, audience $5.00 at door and also a 50/50 draw along with a light lunch served all ages welcome

Gamblers Anonymous Meetings @ Trinity United Church, 151 Temperance Street, New Glasgow
Sep 22 @ 7:00 pm

Gamblers Anonymous Regular meetings for those struggling with a gambling problem are being held every Friday evening in New Glasgow.

Port Hawkesbury Fire Department Bingo @ Port Hawkesbury Fire Department
Sep 22 @ 8:00 pm

21 games and over $10,000 to be one each week.

National Legion Week: FREE Admission Dance: “Spectrum Band” @ New Glasgow Legion Branch 34
Sep 22 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 23 @ 1:00 am

National Legion Week is September 17-23, 2023 and the New Glasgow Legion Normandy Branch 34 New Glasgow, will celebrate by hosting some events! A “FREE ADMISSION“ DANCE with the “Spectrum Band”! Dance to the great sounds of the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s Music.  19 Years+  Held on the Main Hall Floor and is Wheelchair Accessible. Hope to see everyone, enjoying the FREE Dance!

Sep
23
Sat
45s Card Game @ Royal Canadian Legion Br43
Sep 23 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

45s card game, Saturdays, from 1:30-3:30, 50/50 will be sold. Bring a Partner

Children’s Book Launch – Rory of Market Square @ Mini-trail Community Center, Hwy 337 Lakevale
Sep 23 @ 2:00 pm

Big Rory of Market Square, a children’s book written by Laurie Blackwell of Pictou and illustrated by Karen Megronigle of Cape George, will be launched at the Minitrail Library on September 23 at 2 PM. The book details the adventures of a lovable cat and is aimed at the 6 to 10-year-old age group.

Chase the Ace @ Goldboro Interpretive Centre
Sep 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Chase the Ace will take place each Saturday evening, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. until the Ace of Spades is selected.

Sep
24
Sun
L’Arche Antigonish 8th Annual Fun Run * Change in Venue* @ Columbus Field
Sep 24 @ 9:00 am

Join them for a fundraiser benefiting L’Arche Antigonish. Registration and T-shirt pickup will begin promptly at 9:00 am, followed by the Fun Run/Walk at 10 am. The route will start at the Columbus Field track, continue up Main Street, proceed up Church Street to the entrance ofFounders Walk on the STFX campus, turn around to repeat the route and finish back at the Columbus Field track. After the 5km journey, the Antigonish Kinsmen will host a BBQ celebration. Get ready for an exciting and fulfilling day!

Lions Pancake and Sausage Breakfast @ Lions Club
Sep 24 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Donations at the door, proceeds will go towards an Autism Locater Device.

Hank’s Jamboree @ Havre Boucher Community Centre
Sep 24 @ 1:00 pm

Hank’s Jamboree will be held on Sunday, September 24th at 1pm at the Havre Boucher Community Centre. Admission price is $5.00, which includes a light lunch. All proceeds from the event go toward the community centre. All entertainers are welcome. For any inquiries, please contact Barbara at hanksjamboree@gmail.com.

Sunday Cribbage @ Seniors Room St. Andrews Community Center,
Sep 24 @ 1:00 pm

There is a cribbage game every Sunday at 1 pm. In the Seniors’ Room of The St. Andrews Community Centre, Cash prizes.

Pastoral Aires in Glendale @ St. Mary of the Angels Church
Sep 24 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Admission by donation for roof & steeple repair.Performances by “the Dougald Connection” Johnny, Sandy and Brian MacDonald, John Pellerin, Jackie Dunn MacIsaac, Hannah Krebs, Claire MacDonald and dancers, and more!Tea and oatcakes served at intermission.

Sep
25
Mon
Whale Sanctuary Community Gathering @ Lions Hall Sherbrooke
Sep 25 @ 7:00 pm

You are invited to join The Whale Sanctuary Project for a communitymeeting on Monday, September 25th at 7:00pm, at the Lions Hall inSherbrooke. Charles Vinick, Dr. Lori Marino, and additional teammembers will provide updates on the progress of the Sanctuary andshare about the ongoing work at the site. Prior to the meeting, from6:00-7:00pm, there will be an informal gathering with snacks, coffee,and tea. We look forward to seeing you there, and please bring yourquestions!

Progressive 45 card game @ St. Andrews Community Center
Sep 25 @ 7:30 pm

25 games – Jackpot – First, second and third prizes also prize for fewest games. 50/50 draw.

Sep
26
Tue
Men’s Health Services @ Family Service Office, 275 Main Street, Antigonish
Sep 26 @ 9:00 am – 9:15 am

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.

Auction 45s @ Greenfield Oldsters Club
Sep 26 @ 1:00 pm

Regular Tuesday cards at the  Greenfield Oldsters Club in Melrose  7575 Hwy. # 7.  Tea, coffee and cookies will be provided. Hope to see you there

Toonie Draw @ SHOPS
Sep 26 @ 4:00 pm

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, Sherbrooke Garage or Whitney’s Corner Store. Follow them on Facebook or contact ed@shopsonline.ca for more information.

Alzheimer Society Community Night @ Microtel Inn & Suites, Nova Landing Antigonish
Sep 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Connection Changes Everything: An event to learn more about living well with dementia and local resources available to help. The event is free but we ask you to register at alzheimer.ca/ns/communityweek2023 or call 1-800-611-6345.

Sep
27
Wed
Highway 104 Twinning Project Open House @ Heatherton Community Centre
Sep 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

There will be a Public Information Session about the Highway 104 Twinning from Taylors Road to Paqtnkek. Organizers will be looking for public feedback about the project and encourage you to attend.

Plaid Marquee Film Society – Jules @ Cineplex New Glasgow
Sep 27 @ 7:00 pm

The Plaid Marquee will present the science fiction comedy Jules, starring veteran actor, Ben Kingsley, as an aging resident of a small town whose life is upended when a flying saucer lands in his backyard, complicating his relations with friends, family and townsfolk.  Doors open at 6:30. Advance tickets not available. First arrive, first seated.

Sep
28
Thu
Lindsay’s Health Centre for Women @ Antigonish Women's Resource Centre, 219 Main Street
Sep 28 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

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.

Monthly Support & Share Session for Grief @ East Coast Credit Union Social Enterprise Centre
Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The monthly Support & Share sessions will take place on the last Thursday of each month.  All sessions are open to those 18 yrs & older who are seeking grief support because of a loss.  Trained facilitators will provide the support and resources needed to help you move through and beyond your grief for your mental health and well being. No registration is required. Everyone is welcomed!

Sep
29
Fri
Kitchen Party Jam @ Hillside Community Hall
Sep 29 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Kitchen party jam every Friday night at the Hillside Community Hall, 27 Chance Harbour Road With a variety of musicians. All singers and players welcome, musicians free of charge, audience $5.00 at door and also a 50/50 draw along with a light lunch served all ages welcome

Casino Night Annual Fundraiser @ Inverness Fire Hall, Central Avenue Inverness
Sep 29 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Come out and help us PAINT THE TOWN RED at the Inverness Fire Hall & Bay Friday, September 29 where Mill Road Social Enterprises will be hosting its annual CASINO NIGHT fundraiser.There will be Blackjack, Games of Chance, silent raffle, silent auction, and this year they’re adding a live auction for a prize package valued at more than $500. Also, they’ll be selling $10 tickets (cash only) on the frenzied Mystery Prize, valued at over $500! Delicious lite snacks, prepared by our own HomeTown Bakery, will be provided throughout the evening. Doors open at 7:00, and the first 50 guests will have their names entered in an early bird draw for an additional 30 Playing Chips. Later in the evening, all ticket holders will have the chance to win the lucky door prize. The winner will take home a gift certificate for 1 dozen lobster.
They wish to thank their generous Platinum Sponsors, MacFarlane Gillis Contracting Ltd, as well as 21 additional Gold, silver, and Bronze sponsors. They also acknowledge Nova Scotia Gaming and Casino NS for their tremendous assistance in creating this event.
Tickets are available in Inverness at Mill Road Social Enterprises and Freeman’s Pharmacy, or at the door.

Gamblers Anonymous Meetings @ Trinity United Church, 151 Temperance Street, New Glasgow
Sep 29 @ 7:00 pm

Gamblers Anonymous Regular meetings for those struggling with a gambling problem are being held every Friday evening in New Glasgow.

Port Hawkesbury Fire Department Bingo @ Port Hawkesbury Fire Department
Sep 29 @ 8:00 pm

21 games and over $10,000 to be one each week.

Sep
30
Sat
Our Lady of Lourdes CWL Fall Fair/Take Out Chicken Burger Dinner @ Sister Catherine Steele Centre
Sep 30 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

There will be a Baked Goods Table, Silent Auction, Book Table along with  Take-out Chicken Burger Dinner.

45s Card Game @ Royal Canadian Legion Br43
Sep 30 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

45s card game, Saturdays, from 1:30-3:30, 50/50 will be sold. Bring a Partner

Blessing of the Pets Ceremony @ St Theresa's Garden off Marian Drive, behind the Shannex/Parkland Complex (former Bethany) Hwy 337, Antigonish
Sep 30 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Ecumenical service pays tribute to our companion animals and promotes kindness to all creatures.  Everyone is welcome, with or without pets. Pets must be leashed or crated.  Clergy will be present to administer blessings.  In case of inclement weather, location will be the St James United Church Hall on Church Street.

Pot Luck Supper @ Seal Harbour United Baptist Church Hall
Sep 30 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

$12 adults, $6 children. There will also be a bake table. Proceeds for Church purposes. Everyone Welcome!

Chase the Ace @ Goldboro Interpretive Centre
Sep 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Chase the Ace will take place each Saturday evening, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. until the Ace of Spades is selected.

Oct
1
Sun
Quiche Brunch @ Bayfield Community Center, 317 Bayfield Beach Road
Oct 1 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Menu consists of quiche, bacon, side salad, biscuits with sweet treats, tea and coffee. Take out available. Sponsored by St. Mary’s Church, Bayfield.

Sunday Cribbage @ Seniors Room St. Andrews Community Center,
Oct 1 @ 1:00 pm

There is a cribbage game every Sunday at 1 pm. In the Seniors’ Room of The St. Andrews Community Centre, Cash prizes.

Oct
2
Mon
Progressive 45 card game @ St. Andrews Community Center
Oct 2 @ 7:30 pm

25 games – Jackpot – First, second and third prizes also prize for fewest games. 50/50 draw.

Oct
3
Tue
Men’s Health Services @ Family Service Office, 275 Main Street, Antigonish
Oct 3 @ 9:00 am – 9:15 am

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.

Auction 45s @ Greenfield Oldsters Club
Oct 3 @ 1:00 pm

Regular Tuesday cards at the  Greenfield Oldsters Club in Melrose  7575 Hwy. # 7.  Tea, coffee and cookies will be provided. Hope to see you there