May 2017
Paws For the Cause – Dance
Paws For the Cause is Sat May 13 from 9-1 in the Scotia Room at the Wandlyn Inn. It will feature Halifax’s top booking party band, Monkey’s Uncle. Tickets are $20 an available at Buds to Blossoms. 100 percent of the profits go to the L.A. Animal Shelter. Presented by Two Fools Productions.
Find out more »FREE Mother’s Day Brunch
There will be a FREE Mother’s Day Brunch, Sun May 14 from 12-2, at the Wentworth Learning Center. They will be serving sausages, bacon, eggs, pancakes and more. Following brunch there will be a country open mic/jamboree. More details on their facebook page, wentworth learning center.
Find out more »Mother’s Day Turkey Dinner
There is a Mother’s Day Turkey Dinner, Sun May 14 at Christ Church Parish Hall from 4-6. The cost is $15 for adults and $7 for those 12 and under. Delivery take-outs will be available from 3:30-4 by calling 902-667-2415 or 902-660-3018. Tickets available at the Church office or at the door.
Find out more »Maple Players future
The Maple Players have provided 35 years of theatre excellence in the town of Oxford. There have been no recent productions. As a not-for-profit organization, they must decide whether we will revive their stage talents once again, or declare the group VOID. There will be a general meeting on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 7 in the conference room at OREC, to determine their course of action. All past members and interested persons are invited to attend and discuss the…
Find out more »one on one Technology Training Sessions
The Springhill Library is holding one on one Technology Training Sessions, Wed May 17. Book a free 50 minute session by appointment only, with the library's technology intern and learn how to use your latest device…tablet, digital camera, cell phone, laptop, e-reader or anything else. Don’t forget to bring your device. Call 902-597-2211 to book your appointment.
Find out more »Police Week Event
May 15-21 is National Police Week. Wednesday May 17 from 10-4, Amherst Police and Cumberland District RCMP are hosting a Police Week Event at the Amherst Center. The event will feature police sections, partner agencies and is open to the public. Madd will have the peddle karts set up to drive for the Madd Kart Challenge. There will be a Nerf shooting gallery, a police K-9 and Taser demo. The Amherst Police Department's Cops For Kids Camp application forms will also…
Find out more »Lobster Roll Luncheon
The Amherst First Baptist Church is holding a Lobster Roll Luncheon, Wed May 17 from 11:30-1:30. Potato salad, dessert and beverage are included for $18. Tickets are available at the Church office. Only 100 tickets are being sold.
Find out more »Plant Pal
The Springhill Library wants you to show your green thumb by growing a Plant Pal. It’s Thurs May 18 from 3-4 for grades P-6. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 902-597-2211 for more information.
Find out more »Springhill’s Yard Waste Collection
Springhill’s Yard Waste Collection is Friday. Your materials have to at curbside by 6:30. Yard and leaf waste in plastic bags will not be accepted. It has to be in a compostable or paper bag. For more information call 902-667-5141.
Find out more »Cumberland Y’s Strong Kids Ball Hockey Cup
The Cumberland Y’s Strong Kids Ball Hockey Cup is Fri May 19, 10-3 in the Y parking lot. Advanced registration is required. Pick up a form at the Y’s front desk. There are two team categories, 7-10 and 11-14. Each team can have a maximum of 7 players, and the cost is $35 per team. Individuals can register for $7 and be placed on a team. More information at 902-667-9112. All funds raised will go to the Strong Kids Campaign…
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