October 2018
Community Gospel Morning
There will be a Community Gospel Morning at the Amherst Wesleyan Church, Wed Oct 3 from 10-noon. This month’s musicans are Ruth Shearer, Rod Oulette, Bruce Gibson, Evange Landry and Linda Filmore. Join the sing-a-long and the snacks. The event is free. For more information call 902-324-2507.
Find out more »YMCA – Strong Kids Ball Hockey Tournament
The YMCA of Cumberland’s Strong Kids Ball Hockey Tournament is Thursday Oct 4, 10-3, in the Y parking lot. The cost is $35 per team, with a maximum of 7, minimum of 5 players. Individuals can enter for $7, and will be placed on a team. There are 2 age categories 7-10 and 11-14. Advanced registration is required, at the Y front desk, call 902-667-9112. Proceeds to the Y’s Strong Kids Campaign.
Find out more »Benefit and Dance in support of Maggie’s Place
The 7th Annual Celebration of Life for the Donnie Cooke Foundation is holding a fundraising Benefit and Dance in support of Maggie’s Place, Sat Oct 6 starting at 5 at Teasers. There will be lots of local entertainment and 50/50 draws. If you have donations call Raymond at 902-667-9542.
Find out more »Meeting – Brookdale Community Hall
The Brookdale Community Hall is holding a meeting Tuesday Oct 9 at 7. They will be updating previous activities and plans for the future. The Hall is community owned, so please plan to attend.
Find out more »Police and Seniors Safety Academy,
The Cumberland County Seniors Safety Program and Furlong-Jones Funeral Home are holding another Police and Seniors Safety Academy, beginning Wed Oct 10th. It’s a Free 5 week program, that features guest speakers on topics of interest to seniors. Light lunch and refreshments will be provided. For more information or to register, contact Ray Bristol at 902-667-7484.
Find out more »Tea For Tots
Tea For Tots is on today in the cafeteria of the Cumberland Regional Health Care Center. Drop by for breakfast as early as 8 this morning. For $10 for tea or coffee, home baked goodies and a boxed art mug. There’s a BBQ at noon and suppertime. $5 for a hamburger or hot dog and sweets. Buy raffle tickets, spin the wheel for prizes or bid on special artwork from the children at Spring Street Academy. It’s a day of…
Find out more »Museum Meeting
The Cumberland County Museum and Archives, have a Special Meeting to confirm the new chair and board members, Thursday Oct 11 at 6. All members of the museum are asked to attend.
Find out more »Open House
Mental Health and Addictions is holding an Open House Friday from noon-2 at 30 Prince Arthur Street. Join them for a BBQ and tours of the newly renovated building. At 12:30 there will be a presentation recognizing volunteers and contributors.
Find out more »Knights Breakfast
The Knights of Columbus are serving breakfast Saturday morning from 8-11, at their hall on Robie Street. The cost is $6 a plate.
Find out more »Amherst 50+ Club’s Fall Fair
The Amherst 50+ Club’s Fall Fair is Sat Oct 13 from 8-2 at their hall on Croft Street. There will be crafts, baking, vegetables, and white elephant items. There will also be a full pantry table, a door prize and much more. They will be serving lunch too. Get a turkey burger, pie and tea or coffee for $6.
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