June 2017
17th annual John Michels Sr. Ladder Sit
The Amherst Fire Department and the Amherst Fire Fighters Association are hosting the 17th annual John Michels Sr. Ladder Sit at the Walmart parking lot. Starting at noon Thursday til 2 Saturday, fire fighter Dwight Wheaton will spend 50 hours, in the bucket, doing his part, along with his fellow fire fighters in helping to raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy and other community projects supported by the Amherst Fire Fighters Association. There will be volunteer tolls in the Walmart/Superstore parking…
Find out more »Ice Cream Sundae-BBQ
Join the Cumberland Health Care Foundation Monday June 19 from 5-7 rain or shine, for a free Ice Cream Sundae, at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Center. There will be a BBQ by Weston Bakeries in support of youth mental health programs, for a freewill donation. There will be games for the kids and entertainment by Mike Blakeny. And there will be no charge for parking.
Find out more »Sexual Health Center AGM
The Annual General Meeting of the Sexual Health Center, is tonight at 6, at the office behind Maggie’s Place.
Find out more »Library Fundraiser-Lesley Crewe
Cumberland Public Libraries is holding a Fundraiser, a Tea with Maritime author, Lesley Crewe, whose books include Relative Happiness. It is Tuesday June 20 from 4-6 at the Four Fathers Memorial Library. Tickets are $50, but only 25 are available. To buy yours, call Denise at 902-667-2135 or email information@cumberlandpubliclibraries.ca
Find out more »National Aboriginal Day Celebrations
The Town of Amherst in cooperation with Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada invite you to National Aboriginal Day Celebrations Wednesday June 21. The Opening Ceremony will take place at the Four Fathers Library at 11. There will be a parade at 11:15 to Victoria Square, for the Grand Entry at 11:30. The Pow Wow begins at noon, with renowned Aboriginal drummers and dancers. Throughout the afternoon Aboriginal, vendors will have displays in the park. For more information go to amherst.ca
Find out more »First Baptist Church BBQ
The First Baptist Church BBQ’s are back. Wednesdays from 11:30-1:30 in front of the church. Enjoy lunch, with burgers, hot dogs, sausages and ribs.
Find out more »Sackville Legion still accessable
The Lorne Street Stormwater Mitigation Project is underway in Sackville. While the work continues, the Sackville Legion wants you to know that they are open. If the road is closed, the sidewalks from Bridge St and Willow lane will remain open. You can park on Willow Lane and Main Street.
Find out more »Summer Kick-off Youth Talent Show
The Town of Amherst presents a Summer Kick-off Youth Talent Show, Friday June 23 at 7 in Victoria Square. All talent is welcome. After the show stay around for games, activities, snacks and a summer movie. For more information call 902-667-3352 or email sminocha@amherst.ca
Find out more »Take Out Supper
There will be a Take Out Supper, at the Linden Community Hall. Your choice of lobster rolls for $18 or pulled pork sandwiches for $15, with meals served with salads, dessert and drinks. You have to pre-order by June 16. Call 902-661-4340 or 902-297-0557.Pick up is between 3 and 5 on Saturday June 24. Proceeds to the Country View 4-H Club.
Find out more »Masonic Canada 150 Breakfast
Amherst Masons are holding a Canada 150 Breakfast, Sat June 24 from 7:30-10:30 at their hall on Lawrence Street. They will be serving pancakes, strawberries and whipped topping and sausages. The cost is $1.50 and take-outs will be available.
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