October 2022
Herb Drying Workshop
Herb Drying Workshop Wed. Oct. 12 6-8 pm Glace Bay Library Learn how to preserve herbs from your garden with Kim McPherson. Library events are free of charge – call the Glace Bay Library to register 902-849-8657.
Find out more »Legal Info Nova Scotia Information Sessions at CBRL
Legal Info Nova Scotia Information Sessions at CBRL We all need to plan for the unexpected in case we become unable to make decisions about our children, finances, property and personal care. Plan ahead for what you want done with your estate when the time comes. Registration is not required but email an rsvp to save your seat registration@legalinfo.org Friday, Oct. 14 10:30-11:30 am Glace Bay Library Friday, Oct. 14 2-3:00 pm New Waterford Library Saturday, Oct. 15 10:30-11:30 am…
Find out more »Holy Parish Sydney Mines Fall Fair
Our Fall Fair is happening October 16th, from 11am to 2pm at the Parish Hall, at 899 Main Street, Sydney Mines. We are having lunch for $10, which includes a choice of Chili, Corn Chowder or Vegetable Soup, and comes with a tea biscuit and dessert! Kids lunch of a hot dog and drink for only $2! Lots of games and great prizes, a bake sale and a craft sale, as well. There will be an epic BINGO game that…
Find out more »Celebrate Read to Me!
Tuesday, October 18 10:30-11:30 am New Waterford Library (3390 Plummer Ave) Library staff have scheduled a fun, drop-in story time in celebration of the Read to Me! Program’s 20th anniversary! Babies, tots, preschoolers and their older adults are welcome to join us for stories, songs, rhymes & snacks. Find out more about Read to Me! www.readtome.ca
Find out more »Combined Christmas Giving
What: Combined Christmas Giving will be holding applications for families who require assistance at Christmas When: Oct. 20th and Oct. 21 from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Where: Lions Club on Mahon St. in New Waterford You will need your health cards and notice of assessment. For more information contact Michelle at (902)862-6142
Find out more »Introduction to Seed Saving
Introduction to Seed Saving Thurs. Oct. 20 6-8 pm McConnell Library (50 Falmouth St., Sydney) Michelle Smith—a farmer, seed-saver, and gardening columnist with over 30 years' experience growing in our bioregion—is returning to the McConnell Library this fall to provide tips on saving your vegetable seeds. Registration required at https://cbrl.ca/events/
Find out more »Field Leader – Hiking Course
A Field Leader – Hiking Course will be offered on Oct. 22-23 in St. Peter’s. Participants receive Outdoor Council of Canada national certification. Learn more at www.hikenovascotia.ca.
Find out more »Parkinson’s Society Halloween Social
Come and join the Parkinson Society and have some fun. Happening from 2-4PM at Club 55, on the corner of Prince and Bentinck, Sydney. You may dress up, but you don't have to. Mr. Duo will be entertaining with Rock and Roll, Country and Country Rock. Admission $5.00 and anyone is welcome.
Find out more »Jack Bonaparte caring and sharing Annual Telethon
When: Sunday, Oct. 23 from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Place: Glace Bay Miners Forum Food and Monetary donations can be made at the venue or call in your donation during the show. E Transfer: glacebayfoodbank@gmail.com Everyone welcome to come down and watch our entertainment. Our need is great please help us help our community. "One can, two can, we all can" More information call 902 849 0750 ask for Linda.
Find out more »Mickey’s Milk Drive
A canned milk drive organized by Mickey’s Original Six Society is currently underway. Canned and powdered milk for the food bank can be dropped off in the lobby at the Dominion Rink daily from 9 a.m. to midnight until Nov. 6. You can also call Mickey McNeil at 902-849-4320 if you want him to pick up your milk donation.
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