September 2017
ATV Poker Rally
The Cumberland Off-Highway Vehicle Club their Annual ATV Poker Rally in support of Springhill Ground Search and Rescue Saturday Sept 16. Registration is from 9-11 at the Dr. Carson and Marion Murray Community Center. The cost is $15 per ATV, $10 for extra hands. They will have a BBQ at the halfway mark and lots of draws and prizes, including 4 brand new Wild Thang tires courtesy of Archway Insurance and Roy Duguay Sales and a pair of tickets to…
Find out more »Sutherland Steam Mill – Wood Carvers Show
The Sutherland Steam Mill in Denmark near Tatmagouche is holding a Wood Carvers Show, a Soap Carving Workshop for kids and “ The Bed Sheet” Vintage Movie Hour. It's Sat Sept 16 from 10:30-3. Space is limited for the workshop, which runs from 1-2. The film hour starts at 11, There will also be a BBQ from 11:30-1. Admission is a donation to the museum. For more information call 902-657-3365.
Find out more »Opening of the Beaubassin Viewing Park and Interpretative Site
The Beaubassin Viewing Park and Interpretative Site opens Saturday at 1:30 in Fort Lawrence. MP Bill Casey and Lieutenant Governor, the Honorable Arthur LeBlanc will unveil an Historic Site plaque, you will get a chance to walk the site and enjoy refreshments.
Find out more »Terry Fox Run
The 2017 Terry Fox Run is Sunday September 17. This year both the 5K Grandmothers and Family Walk and the 10k will start at the same time. The run will be at Dickey Park again this year. Registration is at 9am and the run will start at 10:00 am. You will have the option of using the walking track to complete the run or the route through town. For more information, call Monique at 902-699-9052
Find out more »Field Leader-Hiking Course
A Field Leader-Hiking Course is being offered in Parrsboro Saturday and Sunday Sept 23 and 24. Participants will receive Outdoor Council of Canada national certification. The cost is between $100 and $125. Register at hikenovascotia.ca by Sept 18.
Find out more »Sutherland Steam Mill Museum – DIY PVC Bow and Arrows workshop
The Sutherland Steam Mill Museum in Denmark is holding a DIY PVC Bow and Arrows workshop, Sun Aug 20 from 1:30-2:30. The cost is $10 per child, with room for 10. Children aged 5 and 6 will need an older helper. For more information, or to register call 902-657-3365.
Find out more »Youth Paint Night
The Cumberland Y is holding a Youth Paint Night, for grades 4-6, Wednesday night from 6:30-8:30. Registration is required. Call 902-667-9112 or email ashley.grace@cumberland.ymca.ca
Find out more »Young At Heart Games Night
If you like to play card games or board games, you’ll want to be part of Young At Heart Games Night, Wednesdays from 7-9 at Dufferin Den, the former Lions Den on Dufferin Street in Sackville.
Find out more »Science Literacy Week presentation
Science Literacy Week is Sept 17-24. The week highlights scientists and science communicators from coast to coast. On Thursday Sept 21 at 11, Major Melissa Reyes, with the Ottawa Research Center of Defense Research and Development Canada, will present an illustrated talk at the Joggins Fossil Center. Science is driving the adaptation of Canadian Armed Forces operations and capabilities. She will talk about that during her presentation. The presentation is free. For more information, call Laurie at 902-251-2727.
Find out more »Super Spinners
If you would like to create your own fidget spinner, the Springhill Library is holding Super Spinners, Thursday from 3-4 for grades P-6. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call 902-597-2211.
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