Wildfire Prevention Measures – Restrictions on Activities in the Woods.

Nova Scotia has restricted activities in the woods and banned open fires. Restrictions are in place as of August 5 at 4pm until October 15, or until the Province lifts the restrictions. There is a $25,000 fine for violating these restrictions.

 

 
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Christmas Festival Supper

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Christmas Festival Supper at the New Ross Legion from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Eat-in or Take-out. Enjoy Ham, Scallop Potatoes, Baked Beans, Roll, Dessert. Cost $17. Children (Ages 5-12) $8. Deadline to pre-order is November 28. Call Janet Walker at 902-275-8585. Thank you for supporting your local Legion.

Christmas at the Hubbards Barn

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Christmas Market at the Hubbards Barn (#57 Hwy 3) from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Enjoy the holiday atmosphere and traditional holiday goods from the vendors at the first of three Christmas markets. For more info visit: hubbardsbarn.org/.

Christmas at the East River Village Hall

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Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3 Christmas at the East River Village Hall (7639 Hwy 329) - Come join us for Christmas Festivities and indoor yard sale from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Lots of Christmas Decor for Sale and Lots of other treasures too! Also, a Bake Table and Preserve Table, and a table of...

Winter Market

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Winter Market at the Chester Legion (14 Union Street) from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Our market shines a light on Nova Scotia small businesses and the amazing artists in our community.

Annual Christmas Craft Fair

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Annual Christmas Craft Fair at the New Ross Legion from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Free admission. There will be baked goods, jewelry, homemade wreaths, jam & jellies, quilts and woodworking.

Christmas Festival Turkey Dinner

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Saturday, December 2 & Sunday, December 3 Christmas Festival Turkey Dinner at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross from 12:00 to 2:00 pm and 3:00 to 4:30 pm on both days. Enjoy turkey dinner with all the fixings, dessert, tea & coffee. Adults $17, Children (5-12 years) $7.50 and...

Annual Christmas at the Park

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Please join us for our annual Together We Can Community Park “Christmas at the Park”. Visit the Park (6700 Hwy 3, Gold River) beginning at 5:30 pm for hot drinks, a bonfire, treats, music and SANTA! At 6:00 pm, we'll light the Christmas Tree which has, once again, been graciously donated by Jeff &...

Prize Bingo

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Prize Bingo at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford (30 Firehall Road). Doors open 6:00 pm and Bingo starts 7:00 pm. 3 up Book $5 and Specials $1. Variety of Prizes. Canteen open. Jackpot is Birthstone Ring, Snowflake-Necklace with Pendant and Earrings made by Allyson Simmie. Please contact...

Laila Biali Winter Songs and Holiday Classics

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Canadian vocalist and pianist Laila Biali along with Ben Wittman on drums, Tom Easley on bass and Jeff Goodspeed on saxophone, bring warmth to the season with this wonderful jazzy holiday concert. Experience winter-inspired original music alongside thrilling arrangements of beloved classics. www...
Hosted By: The Chester Playhouse

Hal Bruce Dance

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Hal Bruce will be playing “The Best of the 60’s and Beyond”, at the New Ross Legion from 9:00 pm to 12:00 midnight. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at door. Purchase tickets at the Legion or Gina’s Hair Salon.

Christmas at the East River Village Hall

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Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3 Christmas at the East River Village Hall (7639 Hwy 329) - Come join us for Christmas Festivities and indoor yard sale from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Lots of Christmas Decor for Sale and Lots of other treasures too! Also, a Bake Table and Preserve Table, and a table of...

Annual Craft Show - Ocean Swells Community Centre

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Coastal Cove Crafts & Friends Annual Craft Show at Ocean Swells Community Centre (2726 Hwy 329) from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

SOLD OUT - Benefit for Jen Hatt & Family

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If you did not make the list and wish to make a donation, we will be accepting them at the fire hall over the weekend or you can send emt to chesterbasinfundraise@gmail.com with message saying Donation to Hatt family. Benefit for Jen Hatt & Family – 2 Piece Fish & Chips Drive Thru Take-Out ONLY at...

Christmas Festival Turkey Dinner

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Saturday, December 2 & Sunday, December 3 Christmas Festival Turkey Dinner at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross from 12:00 to 2:00 pm and 3:00 to 4:30 pm on both days. Enjoy turkey dinner with all the fixings, dessert, tea & coffee. Adults $17, Children (5-12 years) $7.50 and...

Memory Tree Lighting & Music Show

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Memory Tree Lighting & Music Show at the Little Red School, Canaan starting 1:00 pm. Admission $5. There will be 50/50 raffle draws, door prizes and canteen available. If you would like to purchase a Christmas Bulb in Memory of a Family/Friend/Pet to put on our Memory Tree, the cost is $5 per Bulb...

Sounds of Christmas

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Chester Brass Band "Sounds of Christmas" happening at St. Stephen's Anglican Church (60 Regent Street, Chester). Reception 6:30 pm. Concert 7:30 pm. Wine & Appetizer Reception & Concert $75. (Tax Receipt for $50 - Advance Tickets only). To order Reception tickets email: outreach@chesterbrass.com...

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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Presented by the Chester Drama Society, in partnership with the Chester Playhouse, and directed by Cynthia Myers, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever features a large cast of performers of all ages, based right here in our community. Bring the whole family to this hilarious and uplifting story as an...
Hosted By: The Chester Playhouse

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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This classic Christmas play by Barbara Robinson follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.” In this adaptation, a community struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most...
Hosted By: The Chester Playhouse

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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Laughs abound in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! This classic Christmas play by Barbara Robinson follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.” In this adaptation, a community struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with...
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Christmas Toy & Food Drive

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South Shore Schooners Christmas Toy & Food Drive at the Chester Rink starting 7:15 pm. The Titans vs Schooners. Your donation allows us to provide toys to children in need. Admission: Food Bank item or a Toy.

45's Card Game

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45’s Card Game at Ocean Swells Community Centre (2726 Highway 329) starting 7:30 pm. Cost $10 per person. 1st Prize Lobsters, 2nd Prize Lobsters, 3rd Prize Lobsters, 4th Prize Lobsters and Door Prize Lobsters. For more info call Lawson 902-228-2146.

Bake Sale and Fill-A-Van

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Hubbards Lions Club Bake Sale and Fill-A-Van at the Hubbards Mall from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. They will be collecting monetary donations and food items for the Christmas Hampers as well as selling baked goodies including breads, cookies, fudge, pies, and more. Come early, usually sold out well...

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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Laughs abound in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! This classic Christmas play by Barbara Robinson follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.” In this adaptation, a community struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with...
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Christmas in Reverse Play

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Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10 Christmas in Reverse – A Musical by Kathie Hill performed by the Performing Arts Club at the Aenon Baptist Church (57 Hwy 12, Chester Basin) on December 9 at 3:00 pm and December 10 at 10:50 am. Free Will Offering at the door. For more info call 902-275...
Hosted By: AEnon Baptist Church

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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Laughs abound in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! This classic Christmas play by Barbara Robinson follows the outrageous shenanigans of the Herdman siblings, or “the worst kids in the history of the world.” In this adaptation, a community struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with...
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Christmas in Reverse Play

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Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10 Christmas in Reverse – A Musical by Kathie Hill performed by the Performing Arts Club at the Aenon Baptist Church (57 Hwy 12, Chester Basin) on December 9 at 3:00 pm and December 10 at 10:50 am. Free Will Offering at the door. For more info call 902-275...

Crib Tournament

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Crib Tournament at the Little Red School, Canaan starting 1:00 PM. Cost $20 per team. Cash prizes. For more info call Maxine Christo 902-275-3496.

Chester Basin Community Donation Drive

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Chester Basin Community Donation Drive from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Fire Hall (5430 Hwy 3). All donations for the Food Bank in Chester. Pet Food, Pet Toys, Hygiene Products, Toys, Money, Gift Cards, Non-Perishable Food. Drive thru or stop for a coffee.

Christmas at the Park

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Please join us for our annual Together We Can Community Park “Christmas at the Park”. Visit the Park (6700 Hwy 3, Gold River) from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. There will be hot drinks, a bonfire, treats, music and SANTA! As we have done in the past, we will be accepting donations for the Chester Lighthouse...

Christmas Toy Drive

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Christmas Toy Drive at the Chester Rink – The Forest Heights Falcons look forward to seeing you cheer them on and thank you for your continued support. FHCS Falcons Home Game vs Avon View Avalanche starting 7:30 pm at the Chester Rink. Free admission with a “New and Unwrapped” toy. Meet Santa and...

Matt Andersen Holiday Tour

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This holiday season, you’ll be glad to get the Blues, with Matt Anderson’s trio performing in our intimate theatre. Singer-songwriter and guitarist Matt Andersen is taking his holiday party on the road. "We’ll do up a mix of Holiday tunes and my own songs to warm us all up on a winter night.” www...
Hosted By: The Chester Playhouse

Breakfast with Santa

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Breakfast with Santa at the Western Shore Fire Station (6412 Hwy 3) from 8:00 to 11:00 am. Enjoy a FREE Pancake Breakfast. Santa arrives at 9:00 am. Accepting Food Bank and Toy Donations. Hosted by: Western Shore Fire Department and the Western Shore Legion.

Breakfast with Santa

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Breakfast with Santa at the Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Road, New Ross from 8:00 to 11:00 am. Enjoy eggs, pancakes, bacon & toast. For more info call 902-689-2000 or email: fortiescc@gmail.com.

CoveFM New Year's Eve Dance & Fundraiser

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CoveFM New Years Eve Dance & Fundraiser at the Black Point Community Centre from 8:30 pm to 1:00 am. Grab your glitter from the back of the closet and join 88.7 CoveFM and modern pop dance band “ Rec Room Jams”, as they ring in the New Year! Tickets are available in Hubbards at The Savary Plate and...

New Years Eve Party New Ross Legion

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Sunday, December 31 New Years Eve Party at the New Ross Legion from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am with DJ Donnie. Tickets are $10 per person. Tickets are available at Gina’s or the Legion. Bring a finger food to share. Let’s ring in the New Year.