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December 4November 26

Every Monday

Marvelous Mondays at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards 11 am to noon. Different theme every Monday. All ages.

Storytime for preschoolers at the Lunenburg Public Library, 1st floor, 97 Kaulbach Street, Lunenburg, 10:30 – 11:30 am. Bring your little ones to listen to stories and engage with books in a new and fun way.

Chase the Ace draws at New Ross Legion at 8:30 pm. Tickets at New Ross Legion, New Ross Home Hardware, Gina’s Hair Salon & Spa, New Ross Post Office, and Harley Bears.

Monday Meet-Up at the William Black Community Hall, 10507 Peggy’s Cove Road, Glen Margaret, 2-4 pm. Informal drop-in open to all. Free hot drinks and cookies.

Weekly Coffee Social, New Ross Legion 9 – 11 am. Join us for coffee, tea, baked goods, conversation. All welcome. Free will offering.

Tabletop Game Night at the District #1 Community Centre, Multipurpose Room, Blandford 7-9 pm. Bring your favourite board games, card games, pencil and paper games, or any game that can be played on a table. Cost is $2/person. You may bring snacks and drinks (alcohol excluded).

Dart Night at the New Ross Legion at 7:30 pm.

TOPS, New Ross Legion 5:45-7 pm.
45s Card Games, Western Shore Legion. $5. For more information, call 902-627-2570.

Bingo at the East Chester Recreation Association Hall, 3292 Hwy 3, East Chester. Doors open at 6 pm; bingo starts at 7 pm. Check East Chester Recreation Association | Facebook for weather-related cancellations.

Pickleball at Aspotogan Consolidated Elementary School (ACES), 7-8:30 pm. $3 drop-in fee. Wear athletic, indoor footwear. Bring water and a paddle if you have one.

Every Tuesday

Baby & Tot Social at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards 10 am to noon. Meet other caregivers for coffee, tea, and conversation while your baby, tot, or preschooler plays. Older siblings of any age are welcome to attend. Local doula and CAPPA-trained lactation educator Jo Beckett is available for breastfeeding support.

Scrabble Club at the Lunenburg Public Library, 97 Kaulbach Street, First Floor, Lunenburg 1-2:30 pm.

Tantallon Village Farmers Market at The Crossroads, St. Margaret’s Bay Road & Peggy’s Cove Road, 2-6 pm until October. For more information, email info@tvfm.ca

Heritage Handwork Drop-In at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford Lodge Room (side door) the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Drop-in Fee $4. Bring your hooking, knitting, felting, embroidery, sewing (machine work as well), or any other portable handwork and enjoy the sharing of handwork knowledge. The coffee is free and plentiful but please bring your own mug.

Picnic in the Park at Lordly Park, Central Street in Chester. Live music 6-8 pm July 2 until August 27; 5-7 pm September 3 & 10. Rain days are Wednesday, then Thursdays.

Tuesday Tech Help at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards, noon to 4:30 pm. Make a one-to-one appointment on Tuesday afternoons with our Tech Host by calling 902-857-9176.

Canadian Movie Night at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards, 7-9 pm.

Every Wednesday

Breakfast and Lunch catered by Two Salty Chefs at District #1 Community Centre, 30 Firehall Road, Blandford, 6:30 am to 1 pm. Baked goods, breakfast, and lunch items available.

Scrabble at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards, 1-3 pm. Join us for an afternoon of Scrabble and Quiddler. Game supplies provided.

Craft Day at the East Chester Recreation Association Hall, 3292 Hwy 3, East Chester, 1-3 pm. All types of crafts welcome.

Knitting Circle at the Lunenburg Public Library, 97 Kaulbach Street, First Floor, Lunenburg, 1-3 pm. All lovers of knitting, quilting, or any other handcraft, experienced or beginner, are invited to come relax, learn, share your favourite patterns, and discover new ones. New members welcome! Drop in.

Morning Prayer, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church Hall, Tantallon, 10 am Everyone is welcome to join us as we pray and discuss the daily lections together. A potluck meal is served on the third Wednesday of each month.

Auction 45s Card Games at the Little Red School, Canaan, 7:30 pm. $3.

Every Thursday

Two Coves Café, St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall, 10 Shore Club Road, Hubbards, 9-11 am. Free coffee, tea, muffins (gluten free option available). Wheelchair accessible. Free WiFi, open to all. Visit us at twocoves.ca and on Facebook @TwoCovesHubbards.

Pickleball at the Black Point and Area Community Centre, 8579 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Black Point, 1 – 3 pm. All equipment provided. Bring indoor shoes. $2 fee.

Tai Chi, FungLoyKok Institute of Taoism Taoist Tai Chi® at St. Stephen’s Church, Tuck Hal, 54 Regent St. Chester 10 am – noon. For more information, contact halifax@taoist.org 1-902-417-2682

Babies and Books at the Lunenburg Public Library, 97 Kaulbach Street, Lunenburg at 10:30 am. Share time with your baby in a fun, confidence-building environment. Designed for babies up to 18 months of age. Afterwards, stay for playtime and meet other babies in the neighbourhood!

Pickleball at District #1 Community Centre, 30 Firehall Road, Blandford for adults and youth 13 and over. For more information contact pickleball@bellaliant.com.

Pickleball at the Black Point and Area Community Centre, 8579 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Black Point, 7-9 pm. All equipment provided. Bring indoor shoes. $2 fee.

Auction 45s at the Captain Kidd Rod and Gun Club, 2915 Nova Scotia Trunk 3, Chester. Cost is $3; includes free tea and sandwiches.

Bridge at the J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library 1-3 pm. Enjoy a social afternoon at the library while playing Bridge with other local Bridge enthusiasts. All levels of experience are welcome.

Knit Night at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards, 7-9 pm. Bring your supplies to the library and enjoy a hot beverage and warm conversation. Experts will be on hand to help beginners.

Lunenburg Farmers Market, 8 am – noon, 17 Green Street, Lunenburg. More info: lfm@lunenburgfarmersmarketns.ca

Needle Niche at the Tantallon Public Library, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road, Upper Tantallon, 7-8:45 pm. Drop-in for an evening of stitchery and conversation. You’ll have an opportunity to share patterns, stitches, yarn, advice, and projects while drawing inspiration from the Library’s crafty resources. Everyone is welcome.

Bingo, New Ross Legion 7-10 pm.

TOPS at the East Chester Recreation Hall, 3292 Hwy 3, East Chester starting at 5 pm.

Every Friday

Chair Yoga at District #1 Community Centre, 30 Firehall Road, Blandford. Drop-in fee is $7/class; please bring exact change if possible. All are welcome to this fun and ‘user-friendly’ class. No previous experience is necessary. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat if you have one.

Learn how to mend clothing, Lunenburg Branch, South Shore Public Library. Fridays 2pm. Sewing guidance and sewing machine available.

Games for Adults: Your Friday Social at the Tantallon Public Library, 1-4 pm. Join us for a cup of coffee while you enjoy a weekly afternoon of fun. Many types of games available such as Bridge, Chess, and Quibbler – or bring your own.

Chester Farmers’ & Artisan Market at the Old Train Station, 37 Smith Road, 9 am – 12:30 pm until October 11. To apply to be a vendor, go to chesterfarmersmarket.net.

Friday Night Live, New Ross Legion 8:30 pm. Cover charge: Members $5; non-members $7.

Prospect Road Jammers, Prospect Road Community Centre, 2141 Prospect Road, Hatchet Lake 7-9:30 pm. Charge is $1 to listen or play. More information: prospectcommunities.com/jammers/

45s Card Games every Friday at Ocean Swells Community Centre, 2726 Hwy 329, Northwest Cove. $5 per person. Doors open at 6:30, games start at 7pm. For more info, contact Lawson 902-228-2146 or Doris 902-228-2373.

Every Weekend

Hiking in HRM with the Chebucto Hiking Club Friday evening or Saturday morning. We also hike every Tuesday morning in Bedford, and every Thursday morning in Dartmouth. View the hiking schedules at chebuctohikingclub.com. Everyone welcome!

Super Saturdays at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards 11-11:30 am. Different theme every Saturday. All ages.

Chess at the Library at J.D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Road, Hubbards 1:30 to 3:30 pm. All ages.

Hubbards Farmers Market at the Hubbards Barn (#57 Hwy 3) from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon until October 26. For more info visit: www.hubbardsbarn.org or contact: market@hubbardsbarn.org.

Crib Tournament the last Sunday of each month at 1:00 pm, at the Western Shore Legion. Cost $20 per team. For more info, contact Western Shore Legion at 902-627-2570

Chester Bandstand Summer Concerts 7:00 to 8:30 pm, June 30 – August 25, weather permitting, at Parade Square, Summer Street, Chester, next to the Chester Yacht Club. Donations for the bands’ costs appreciated. Tax receipt donations welcome by cheque or online at CanadaHelps.org.

Daily Events

Saturday, November 2

Junior Curling Clinic at the Chester Curling Club 9 am – noon. Designed for intermediate juniors who want to improve their technical skills and knowledge of the game. Cost $70. For more information: turningpointcurling.com or 902-870-1748.

Adult Curling Clinic at the Chester Curling Club 1-4 pm. Designed for intermediate adult curlers (3+ years experience) who want to improve their technical skills and increase their knowledge of the game. Cost $70. For more information: turningpointcurling.com or 902-870-1748.

Pancake Breakfast at the Hubbards Area Lions Club, 21 Lions Club Road, Hwy 329, Fox Point. Proceeds to their Christmas Hamper Program. Cost is a donation at the door.

Sunday, November 3

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Practice at the St. Margaret’s Bay Shambhala Centre, 13495 Peggy’s Cove Road, Upper Tantallon, 9:30 am to noon. Deep relaxation, breath work, sitting meditation, walking meditation, group discussion, and more. For more information, call or text 902-476-4097 or visit bay.shambhala.org. Free.

34th Annual Blandford Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale at the District #1 Community Centre, 30 Firehall Road, Blandford, 10:00 to 3:00 pm. Vendors! Email: blandfordns@gmail.com to secure a table.

Crib Tournament at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross. Doors open 12:00 noon. Registration at 12:30 pm. Play starts 1:00 pm. Cost $20 per team. Canteen available. Wheelchair accessible (ground level). For more info call 902-689-2147.

Wednesday, November 6

Seniors’ Luncheon at the Hubbards Area Lions Club, 21 Lions Club Road, Hwy 329, Fox Point from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Social to follow the luncheon. Watch their Facebook page for menu items. The cost is a donation at the door.

Saturday, November 9

St. Peter’s Book Worm Haven at St. Peter’s Church, 10030 Peggy’s Cove Road, Hackett’s Cove, 9 am to noon. Browse through over 5,000 books and puzzles. Prices are $2 and $3. The book room will be open one Saturday/month. Check this space for the date of the next event. 902-823-1085

Christmas Craft Show at Hubbards Area Lions Club, 21 Lions Club Road, Fox Point, 10 am – 2 pm to help raise funds for their Christmas Hamper Program. There will be many local artisans, with beautifully handcrafted items. There will be a door prize, 50/50 draw and a bake table, which will be manned by the Lions Club. The canteen will also be open during the event. Admission is $2.00.

Craft & Bake Sale at Western Shore & Area Improvement Association, 6485 Hwy 3 at 11 am. Free Admission – Door Prizes. 21 vendors all with unique items.

Sunday, November 10

Crib Tournament at the Little Red School, Canaan. Doors open at 1:00 pm. Cost $20 per team. Cash prizes and 50/50. Canteen available.

Open House at the Pampered Paws Inn, 1725 Hammonds Plains Road, noon to 3 pm. Meet our awesome dogs and charming fosters. See our pools, obstacle course, cozy off ground beds and more. Pamperedpawsinn@yahoo.ca or 902-835-5739

Tuesday, November 12 & Wednesday, November 13

Auditions for Spring musical “Rent” at St. Luke’s Community Players, 5374 St. Margaret’s Bay Road. Appointment required. Please email for details: Kevin MacIlreith, players@stlukesunited.ca

Wednesday, November 13

Crib Tournament, St. Margaret’s Bay Legion #116, 11169 Peggy’s Cove Road, Seabright. Register at 6:45pm, games start at 7. Cash prizes and 50/50 draw. $10/person; teams of two. Must be 19+ years of age. Refreshments available, new players welcome. More information, ayshearidge1@gmail.com.

Public Information Meeting re New Chester Fire Station Design Concept at St. Stephen’s Community Centre (Tuck Hall), 54 Regent Street, Chester, starting at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, November 14

11th Annual Family Prize BINGO at Forest Heights Community School. Doors open 6:15 pm. Games begin 7:00 pm. $8 per book (11 regular games plus Jackpot game) $14 for two books, $18 for three books, 3 special games, sold separately, $1 each. PRIZES: Landscaping Material, Golf Green Fees, Lobster, Gift Certificates, and MORE! GRAND PRIZE: $300 worth of Gift Cards! Canteen, Bake Sale, Silent Auction and 50/50.

GPC Electoral District Assoc. (EDA) Organizing Meeting – 6:30pm – 8 pm at the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC) 135 North Park St, Bridgewater. The Green Party of Canada “Inaugural EDA Meeting” for the SSSMs riding will be held at the Lunenburg County Leisure Centre (LCLC) on Nov. 14th starting at 06:30 PM. EDAs are Elections Canada sanctioned administrative organizations that facilitate party building. Anyone interested in GPC is welcome.

Friday, November 15

Moonlight Walk at Grave’s Island Provincial Park, 230 Graves Island Road, Chester starting at 6 pm. Hike the perimeter of the island, 2.6 K. Lots of moonlit ocean views. Meet in the parking area before crossing the causeway. Allow 1.5 hrs. Rated 1B for groomed trails, very little elevation. Weather permitting.

Saturday, November 16

Merchandise Bingo at the Estabrooks Community Hall, 4408 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, 2-5 pm. Doors open at 1 pm. Door books $6, specials $5. Cash event to raise money for the Christmas Families Project. Canteen open; cash open.

Breakfast at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Eat-in or take-out. Enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, beans, hashbrowns, coffee, tea and juice. Adults $10, Kids 10 & under $5 and FREE for Kids under 3. Cash or debit available.

Annual Christmas Craft Fair at the Chester Basin Legion (25 Hwy 12), 10 am to 2 pm. Curbside Eats NS Food Truck will be onsite. Cash/card payment. No pets allowed/Certified service animals only. Masks encouraged but not required. FREE ADMISSION! For more info contact 902-275-8391

Sunday, November 17

Why Canadians Aren’t Productive – and How We Could Be, hosted by The Athenaeum Society of Nova Scotia at Ocean Swells Community Centre, 2726 Hwy 329, Northwest Cove at 2:30 pm. Presented by Jim Hanlon, Peng, MBA, a 45-year veteran of product development with broad experience in engineering, marketing and management. All are welcome; Q&A to follow. No charge. 902-476-4465

Friday, November 22 to Sunday, December 1

Festive Mini Auction & Exhibition at the Chester Art Centre, 60 Queen Street, Chester. Bid on over 100 mini 6×6 inch art pieces donated by local artists in this year’s annual fundraiser. See the works in person at the gallery at 60 Queen Street, Chester. For more information email info@chesterartcentre.ca

Saturday, November 23

Hand Made Christmas Craft Market at the First Baptist Church Hall, 1839 Hammonds Plains Road, 10 am – 1 pm. $2 admission at the door for adults gets you a ticket in the door prize draw for a gift basket. Proceeds go to the Church Hall Fund.

Christmas Market at the Estabrooks Community Hall, 4408 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, from 9am – 2 pm. Vendors set up the night before 6:30-7:30 and on Saturday at 8am. All table monies, door and canteen go towards our Christmas Families Project. Collecting non-perishables for our food pantry for our Christmas Families food pantry boxes. Admission is $2; Free under age 4

Christmas Craft Fair at Grace Anglican Church (533 Hwy #3, Chester Basin), 9:30 am to 3 pm. Tables & space available to rent at $20 per day in advance. A comfortable chair will also be provided. Please contact Mary Parker 902-531-2464 or email: parkermary4466@gmail.com to reserve your space. Take-out, muffins & coffee will also be available to the general public

Christmas Craft Fair at St. Luke’s United Church, 5374 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, 9 am – 2 pm. Admission is $2. There will be craft items from local vendors. Contact: office@stlukesunited.ca

3rd Annual Merry Witchmas Fair at the Chester Legion, 14 Union Street, Chester, 10 am -4 pm. This year featuring a visit from Elsa from Frozen between 11am and 1pm, bring the kids by for a treat.

Annual Christmas Bazaar at St. Stephen’s Parish Hall (54 Regent Street, Chester) 10:30 am to 1 pm. Soup lunch begins at 11:00 am. Variety of homemade soups, rolls, apple crisp, tea/coffee. Sit-in or take-out. Lunch is $10; under 5 years are free. Wreaths, Crafts, Bake Table and lots More! Ticket Auction, 10 tickets for $1. ALL NEW ITEMS!

Christmas Market at the Hubbards Barn from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Enjoy the holiday atmosphere and traditional holiday goods from the vendors at the first of three Christmas Markets. For more info visit the Barn Facebook page or www.hubbardsbarn.org.

Meet Your Neighbours Event at Terence Bay Community Hall, 80 Sandy Cove Road, 2-4 pm. This event is open for everyone and aimed to help build connection between newcomers and long-term residents in the area of Terene Bay and Lower Prospect. Mahbubur.dal@gmail.com

Monday, November 25

Hammonds Plains Historical Society Fall Meeting at the Cornerstone Wesleyan Church, 1215 Hammonds Plains Road at 7pm. Presentation will be “Connecting Communities – Unlocking the Links between Schmidtville & Hammonds Plains.” Hammondsplainshistoricalsociety.ca

Saturday, November 20

Messy Church – All About Advent at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Hall, 2553 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Timberlea, 5-7 pm. Bring the whole family to learn about Advent, share a free meal, enjoy crafts, games and activities. Please rsvp by Friday, November 21st so we know how much food to prepare and if you have any food allergies. messychurchtimberlea@gmail.com

Monday, November 25

Public Engagement Session at Western Shore Improvement Assoc, 6485 Hwy 3, Western Shore, 2-4 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Public Engagement Session at Ravens Roost (Chester Rink), Pig Loop Road, Chester, 4-5:30 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Public Engagement Session at Canaan Community Ctr, 6-8 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Public Engagement Session at New Ross Fire Department, New Ross, 6-8 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Tuesday, November 26

Memory Café at St. Luke’s United Church, 5374 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Upper Tantallon, 2:30-4:30. This is a free social event for people living with dementia and their family/care partner. Enjoy art, conversation, music and warm drinks in a welcoming atmosphere. Contact Rachael Emge at 9902-826-2100 ext 3274 or recreation@stmargaretscentre.ca to register.

Public Engagement Session at Chester Basin Legion, 25 Hwy 12, Chester Basin, 3-5 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Public Engagement Session at East Chester Rec Centre, 6-8 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Public Engagement Session at Black Harbour Distillers, 419 Hwy 329, Fox Point, 6-8 pm. MODC is working on a Growth Plan for housing and economic growth. Share your input and insights at this session or others at various locations.

Make Your Own Wreath Night at Aenon Baptist Church, 57 Hwy 12, Chester Basin, 6:30 pm. $20/person.Fundraising event to raise money to purchase supplies for a Community Supper we will be hosting in December

Wednesday, November 27

Crib Tournament, St. Margaret’s Bay Legion #116, 11169 Peggy’s Cove Road, Seabright. Register at 6:45pm, games start at 7. Cash prizes and 50/50 draw. $10/person; teams of two. Must be 19+ years of age. Refreshments available, new players welcome. More information, ayshearidge1@gmail.com.

Saturday, November 30

Messy Church – All About Advent! 5-7 pm, St Andrews Anglican Church Hall 2553 St Margaret’s Bay Rd, Timberlea. Bring the whole family and join us as we learn about Advent, sharing a FREE meal, crafts, games and activities! Please rsvp by Friday, November 21st to help us know how much food to prepare and if you have any food allergies. messychurchtimberlea@gmail.com

Christmas Market at the Hubbards Barn from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Enjoy the holiday atmosphere and traditional holiday goods from the vendors at the 2nd of three Christmas Markets. For more info visit the Barn Facebook page or www.hubbardsbarn.org.

Christmas Sale at St. Luke’s Parish Hall, Hubbards from 9 am to 1 pm. Bake table, penny social, “Xmas Trash to Treasures”, New-To-You. Canteen will be serving coffee/tea/hot apple cider/cookies. FREE Admission – donations welcome! Please bring your own reusable shopping bag. Cash only. For more info visit: twocoves.ca or their Facebook page @TwoCovesHubbards.

Fundraiser Bingo at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford (30 Firehall Road). Doors open 6 pm. Bingo starts 7 pm. Win fantastic prizes and an amazing JACKPOT! 3 Up Books $6 and Specials $1 (cash or debit). Canteen available. If you would like to donate, please contact Karen at: blandfordns@gmail.com or 519-567-1591

Sunday, December 1

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Practice at the St. Margaret’s Bay Shambhala Centre, 13495 Peggy’s Cove Road, Upper Tantallon, 9:30 am to noon. Deep relaxation, breath work, sitting meditation, walking meditation, group discussion, and more. For more information, call or text 902-476-4097 or visit bay.shambhala.org. Free.

Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8

Christmas Festival Turkey Dinner/Supper at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross, noon to 2 pm and 3 to 4:30 pm on both days. Enjoy turkey dinner with all the fixings. For more info call 902-689-2000 or email: fortiescc@gmail.com

Sunday, December 8

Memory Tree Lighting & Music Show at the Little Red School, Canaan starting 1:00 pm. Local Musicians. Admission $5. Tree Lighting 4:00 pm. Canteen and 50/50 Raffles. To purchase Memory Bulbs ($5 each) contact Maxine Christo 902-275-3496 or Muriel Hart 902-275-3667. Everyone welcome.

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