
June 2019
Arty Party
The Town of Amherst presents Arty Party, Thursday from noon-9:30 on Ratchford Street and the parking lot behind Dayles Grand Market. There will be fine art, artisans, food trucks and live music. Special guest will be Chalkmaster Dave with his 3-D illusions. The Graffiti battle will also be going on, with the winner being announced.
Find out more »BBQ/Trip to Quebec
First Baptist Church BBQ today has been cancelled today because of the weather. They will be back with their regular regular We4dnesday BBQ next week. First Baptist Church Tours is going to Old Quebec. The trip around the Gaspe Peninsula, is Sept. 2-7th. Brochures with prices and details are available at the church office, or see Roy Pettigrew for details.
Find out more »10th Anniversary Walk For Autism
The 10th Anniversary Walk For Autism is Saturday June 22 9:30-1 at the Amherst Curling Club. It’s a family friendly event with events for children, teens and young adults as well as musical entertainment, bouncy castles and more. Activities are free, but donations will be accepted at the door. You can register on-line at walkthewalkforautism.ca
Find out more »Family Bike Ride
This Saturday the Town of Sackville will be hosting a Family Bike Ride along the Trans Canada Trail, beginning at the trail opening on Church Street where some light refreshments will be provided prior to the ride. It starts at 10, and participants are welcome to bike as much of the trail as they feel comfortable, whether that be to Station Road or all the way to PEI. All ages welcome.
Find out more »Music at the Mall
There’s Music at the Mall this Saturday at the Amherst Center. R.A. and jack will be playing at the entrance to the Artisans Gallery from 11-1, and Drew Moore and Mike Blakeney will entertain at the Market Café from 1-3. And there’s always great food at the Café, now featuring, Jamaican, Korean, and traditional foods.
Find out more »Waterfowl Park Anniversary/Daniel Lund Park Extension Celebration Day
The Town of Sackville is holding a Waterfowl Park Anniversary/Daniel Lund Park Extension Celebration Day on Saturday, June 22 (rain date Sunday June 23). The dedication of the Daniel Lund Park at 1:30 pm at the site near the end of Squire St (the entrance will be clearly marked off of Squire St. That will be followed at 2 by the 30th Anniversary Celebrations, at the Visitor Information Centre at 34 Mallard Drive. At 3, there will be a barbecue,…
Find out more »Country Supper
There’s a Church Supper at the Malagash Community Hall Saturday from 4-6. The cost is $12 for adults, $6 for children 12 and under and free for preschoolers.
Find out more »A Summer Kick-Off Beer Garden
Archway Insurance Run for the Sun and the Cross Border Challenge is presenting A Summer Kick-Off Beer Garden, Saturday from 9-1 at the Amherst Stadium. Big Fish is back again. Tickets are $15 and available at the YMCA of Cumberland front desk. The event sold out the first 2 years, so get your tickets in advance.
Find out more »First Baptist BBQ
The First Baptist Church is holding a BBQ today from 11:30-1:30. They will have hot dogs, sausages, hamburgers, cheeseburgers and veggie burgers. While you’re there ask about the First Baptist Church Tours trip to Old Quebec Sept 2-7. Brochures with prices and details are available at the Church Office.
Find out more »Shake the Hand That Shook the Town
Shake the Hand That Shook the Town, is a Community Pep Rally in honor of Bill Schurman. Everyone is welcome, Wednesday from 4-6 at Dayles Grand Market
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