June 2018
YMCA of Cumberland AGM
The YMCA of Cumberland’s Annual general Meeting is Tue June 19 from noon-1 in the Y’s Community Room. A light lunch will be served. If you are going, RSVP by Friday June 15 by calling the Y at 902-667-9112.
Find out more »Grade 7 and 8 Prom
The Grade 7 and 8 Junior Prom is Wednesday from 7-9 at the Knights of Columbus Hall. There will be a DJ, a photo booth and a canteen. Tickets are $5 and available at Beans and Cocoa at Dayles Grand Market. Pictures will be at 6 at the Cumberland County Museum.
Find out more »Amherst Preschool School Readiness Program
The Amherst Preschool School Readiness Program still has spots open for the 2018/2019 school year! Their program is focused on preparing your child for the transition into the elementary school setting. If your child is 4 or will be 4 by December 31st 2018 they are eligible to attend. If you are interested or want more information email Amherstpreschool@gmail.com
Find out more »Sexual Health Center Girls World Summer Programs
The Sexual Health Center for Cumberland County’s Girls World summer programs are coming up in July. In Amherst it’s at Heartz Hall at Trinity St Stephens July 10-13 and Aug 7-10. In Oxford, at the Lions Center July 31-Aug 3. In Springhill it will be at the Dr Carson and Marion Murray Community Center, July 17-20. For more information call the Sexual Health Center at 902-667-7500.
Find out more »Great Amherst Antique and Collectables Show and Sale
Dayles Grand Market presents the Great Amherst Antique and Collectables Show and Sale, June 21-24. (Thursday and Friday 10-8, Saturday 11-8, Sunday 11-3.) There will be over 14,000 sq ft of dealers and a Free Antique Road Show Friday June 23 from 4-8. For information call Hal Davidson 506-850-9548 or email haldavid77@gmail.com
Find out more »Seniors Celebration Day and Expo
The Cumberland County Seniors Safety Program and supporting partners are holding a 2018 Seniors Celebration Day and Expo at the St Thomas Moore Catholic Church Hall, Thursday from 1-4. The event is free, with displays and demonstrations of interest to seniors, including home safety, personal health, fitness and recreational activities and crime prevention tips. For more information contact Ray Bristol, Cumberland County’s Seniors Safety Coordinator at 902-667-7484.
Find out more »Community Conversation on Family Practice Teams
Nova Scotia Health Authority is hosting a Community Conversation on Family Practice Teams. They would like to share information about collaborative family practice teams, hear your thoughts, and learn what they need to know to make these teams a success in Nova Scotia. Join the conversation about collaborative family practice teams on Thursday from 6-8, at the Dr Carson and Marion Murray Community Center. Register by calling 1-833-682-5988 or email register@nshealth.ca Space is limited. Visit talkaboutfamilypracticeteams.ca for more information.
Find out more »Summer Kick-off at Dickey Park
The Town of Amherst is kicking off summer this Friday at Dickey Park. The Town and the Amherst Police Dapartment will be holding a free community bike rodeo between 5 and 7. A Trail Flow Portable Park will also be set up, to simulate the elements found on mountain bike trails, so bring your bike. Atlantic Kite Festival will be putting on a kite flying demonstration from 5-8, and you can fly one too. There will be a Luau Dance…
Find out more »23rd Annual Kidney Foundation Golf Tournament
The 23rd Annual Kidney Foundation Golf Tournament is Sat June 23 at the Amherst Golf Club. Registration fee is $75 for Amherst Golf Club members, $115 for non-members. The early registration prize draw is 4 green fees and carts at Fox Creek Golf Club. For more information, contact Wayne Bishop at 902-667-2908.
Find out more »Bottle Drive
The Amherst Air Cadets will be holding a bottle drive Saturday from 9-noon in Amherst. You can also drop off your bottles and cans from 8:30-11:30 at the old Zellers location at the Amherst Center. Funds raised will go toward their trip to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies in Ottawa.
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