January 2019
Youth Breakout – Harry Potter
In partnership with the YMCA Full of Life Program and Cumberland Public Libraries, Youth Breakout is back at the Y. Tuesday Jan 15 from 6-6:45, there will be a Harry Potter themed break out night. It’s similar to an escape room, where you will be faced with different challenges and clues that will test your critical thinking and teamwork skills. Space is limited so call 902-667-9112 or email emily.wheaton@cumberland.ymca.ca. This event is for grades 5-12 and is free because it’s…
Find out more »CANU Winter Classes
CANU is accepting applications for learning programs being offered this winter. Classes are offered Monday thru Friday, both mornings and afternoons, and all classes are free. Classes cover adult learning program, GED, Math Club, Think Jobs, Better U, and Digital Literacy. For more information call 902-661-0153 or go to canu-ns.ca
Find out more »ARHS ME to WE
If you have an old prom dress or men’s formal wear that you are no longer using, ARHS ME to WE will take it. Drop them off at the Amherst Regional High office. If you need a dress or formal wear, for the Prom, they will available free.
Find out more »Community Support Grant Applications
The Town of Amherst is now accepting applications for the 2019-20 Community Support Grants. Application forms are available at amherst.ca/submit a request form or at Amherst Town Hall. Completed forms should be turned in at Amherst Town Hall by Feb 15.
Find out more »Bottle Drive
The Bridge Adult Service Center Client Council is having a Bottle Drive to raise funds for a summer trip. To help them out, please take your refundable bottles, cans and juice boxes to 16 Station Street or call 902-667-8433 and they'd be happy to pick up.
Find out more »Minds Working Together
Working Minds Together is a program designed to provide leaders within a workplace-environment with the necessary information and strategies to build positive mental health for all employees, while effectively supporting individual employees with mental health concerns. It’s being offered Wed Jan 16, 8:30-4:30 at the Bill Johnstone Memorial Activity Center in Sackville. The cost is $30 per person. Register by contacting Denise Miller at 506-852-3270 or by email at denise.miller@gnb.ca.
Find out more »Adult Multisport
Adult Multisport starts Jan 16. It’s 8 weeks of sport, including basketball, volleyball, pickleball, soccer, dodgeball, floor hockey and more, Wednesday’s from 8-9 at West Highlands Elementary School gym. For more information or to register, email amherstsportandsocial@gmail.com
Find out more »Salvation Army Soup Kitchen
The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen is on Thursday from 11-1,with soup, sandwich, coffee and dessert. Lunch is free, but donations are always welcome
Find out more »Amherst Volunteer Nominations
The Town of Amherst is collecting nominations of individuals who deserve special recognition. You can find the Amherst Volunteer Nomination application form on the Amherst Recreation Departments facebook page or at Amherst.ca/recreation-department. Those you nominate will be honored during National Volunteer Week in April. You can also nominate an individual for the Provincial Volunteer Award. Deadline for nominations is Jan 18. Drop them off at Amherst Town Hall or the Amherst Recreation Department at the Amherst Stadium, or email amherstrecreation.ca
Find out more »Legion Luncheon
The Sackville Legion is holding a Luncheon, Friday Jan 18 from 11-1. They will be serving meatloaf and mashed potatoes with dessert for $10. Call 506-364-9900 for take/delivery.
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