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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Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market

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Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market opens for the season every Friday, May 24 to October 11, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, at the Chester Municipal Heritage Society Station (37 Smith Road). Please head to our website for details and apply to be a returning or new vendor with us-the Board will review in...

Natal Day Weekend

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Join us for an unforgettable Natal Day Weekend celebration at Lacey Mines Event and Campground! Date: August 2nd-5th Get ready for a jam-packed weekend filled with excitement! Here's what we have in store: Live Band - Stay tuned for the concert announcement! Blow Up Castles - Fun for the kiddos...
Hosted By: Lacey Mines Campground

Back Home Again: The Songs of John Denver

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Take a step back to a simpler time and savour everlasting melodies with Back Home Again: The Songs of John Denver. With all your favourite hits including “Take Me Home, Country Roads”, to “Leaving on a Jet Plane”, to “Thank God I’m a Country Boy”, you won’t want to miss this one! Friday, Aug 2nd – 7...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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Hubbards Farmers’ Market opens for the season every Saturday, May 11 to October 26, at the Hubbards Barn (#57 Hwy 3) from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. Enjoy a fresh, unique, and local shopping experience as well as local music and the beautiful park. For more info visit: www.hubbardsbarn.org or contact...

Bonny Lea Farm Lobster Fundraiser

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We are looking forward to our annual Bonny Lea Farm Lobster Fundraiser on Sunday, August 4! Advance ticket purchase required by July 26. Tickets are $35 each and may be purchased at bonnyleafarm.ca or by calling 902-275-5622. Lobster can be picked up at Bonny Lea Farm between 10:00am and 1:00pm on...
Hosted By: Bonny Lea Farm

Summer Sizzler at Bayswater Beach

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Sunday, August 4 (Raindate: August 5) Summer Sizzler at the Bayswater Beach from 12:00 to 3:00 pm with the Municipality of Chester Recreation & Parks Summer Staff. Join us for Relay Races, Sandcastle Competition and more. The top 3 Sandcastles win a Gift Certificate to the Black Harbour Creamery.

Crib Tournament

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Crib Tournament at the Forties Community Centre (1787 Forties Road, New Ross). Doors open at 12:00 noon. Registration starts 12:30 pm. Play begins 1:00 pm. Cost $20 per team. Canteen available. Wheelchair accessible (ground level). For more info call 902-689-2147.

Jah'Mila - Live in Lordly Park!

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Celebrate Natal Day with award-winning, roots reggae artist Jah’Mila and her 9-piece band, as we soak up the summer sun outside in Lordly Park! Bring the whole family, (and a picnic) for this this Pay What You Can concert! This event is Pay What You Can General Admission Please note: In the event of...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Chester Bandstand Summer Concerts 2024

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Sundays, June 30 to August 25 Everyone is invited to the Chester Bandstand Concerts presented by: Chester Brass Band Society happening at the Bandstand (3 parade Square) starting 7:00 pm. Residents and visitors are welcome to enjoy a Summer’s evening overlooking the Chester waterfront and listening...

Natal Day Breakfast

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Natal Day Breakfast at the Hubbards Area Lions Club from 8:00 to 11:00 am. Enjoy French Toast, ham and bacon with fruit, juice, tea and coffee. Cost is a donation at the door. 50/50 available as well.

Chester Playhouse presents...

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Wednesday, August 7 Chester Yacht Club presents...Antarctica - The final Frontier starting 6:00 pm. This is free and is open to members and guests. If you would like to sign up, please contact Suzi Fraser at: suzimeck@me.com.

Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market

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Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market opens for the season every Friday, May 24 to October 11, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, at the Chester Municipal Heritage Society Station (37 Smith Road). Please head to our website for details and apply to be a returning or new vendor with us-the Board will review in...

Luba Magns & Friends Comedy

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Join in the fun and laugh loud, as Comedian Luba Magnus records her sophomore comedy album LIVE at the Chester Playhouse! Hosted by Travis Lindsay ( Canada’s Got Talent, Just For Laughs), the evening also features very special guest comics Kyle Barnet, Sam Bartol, and Cher Hann. This event is 19+...
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Hubbards Farmers' Market

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Hubbards Farmers’ Market opens for the season every Saturday, May 11 to October 26, at the Hubbards Barn (#57 Hwy 3) from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. Enjoy a fresh, unique, and local shopping experience as well as local music and the beautiful park. For more info visit: www.hubbardsbarn.org or contact...

1st Annual Country at the Cross Music Festival

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1st Annual Country at the Cross Music Festival at the New Ross Legion from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Featuring Local Artists: Jessica Russell, Tyler Salsman, Danielle Hirtle, Tyler Corbin, Chris Bland, Ken MacPherson, Cheyenne Naugler, Hank Middleton, Jasmine Broome, Jamie Junger, Cynthia Myers, Ricky...

J.S. Bach's Long Walk in the Snow

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CBC’s Tom Allen and friends share a moving and uplifting story in the chamber musical, J.S. Bach’s Long Walk in the Snow. With glorious music, both familiar and gripping, this show is perfect for seasoned classical music lovers and theatre fans, and a charming introduction for new ones! Saturday...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Blueberry Supper

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Blueberry Supper at the Forties Community Centre (1787 Forties Road, New Ross) from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Enjoy ham & hodgepodge and blueberry dessert, tea/coffee. Adults $17, Children (under 12 years) $7.50 and Children (under 5 years) $3.50. Eat-in or Take-out. Full accessible facility. For more info...

Chester Bandstand Summer Concerts 2024

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Sundays, June 30 to August 25 Everyone is invited to the Chester Bandstand Concerts presented by: Chester Brass Band Society happening at the Bandstand (3 parade Square) starting 7:00 pm. Residents and visitors are welcome to enjoy a Summer’s evening overlooking the Chester waterfront and listening...

Swim Lessons - Lido Pool

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Monday, August 12 to August 30 Swim Lessons at the Chester Lido Pool start today, Monday to Friday, for ages 6 months and up. Sessions are ½ hour daily for 3 weeks. Cost $60 per child. To register/more info, contact Darcy Stevens darcylstevens@gmail.com or call 902-275-2429.

Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market

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Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market opens for the season every Friday, May 24 to October 11, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, at the Chester Municipal Heritage Society Station (37 Smith Road). Please head to our website for details and apply to be a returning or new vendor with us-the Board will review in...

New Ross Community Fair

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Friday, August 16 & Saturday, August 17 New Ross Community Fair at the New Ross Fairgrounds Hwy 12. Horse (no pony) and Ox Pulling both days. Oxen to be on grounds by 9:00 am; Friday and Pulling Horses to be on grounds by 10:00 am on Friday. Stage Entertainment, Booths, Tug of War, Games, Bingo, etc...

Fiddles & Feet

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Known for their infectious energy and fun, Fiddles & Feet deliver a rousing concert of traditional Celtic tunes full of fiery fiddles, beautiful harmonies, and step dancing that will have you dancing in your seat! Friday, Aug 16th – 7:30 PM Saturday, Aug 17th – 7:30 PM Sunday, Aug 18th – 2:00 PM...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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Hubbards Farmers’ Market opens for the season every Saturday, May 11 to October 26, at the Hubbards Barn (#57 Hwy 3) from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. Enjoy a fresh, unique, and local shopping experience as well as local music and the beautiful park. For more info visit: www.hubbardsbarn.org or contact...

Chester Bandstand Summer Concerts 2024

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Sundays, June 30 to August 25 Everyone is invited to the Chester Bandstand Concerts presented by: Chester Brass Band Society happening at the Bandstand (3 parade Square) starting 7:00 pm. Residents and visitors are welcome to enjoy a Summer’s evening overlooking the Chester waterfront and listening...

Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market

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Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market opens for the season every Friday, May 24 to October 11, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, at the Chester Municipal Heritage Society Station (37 Smith Road). Please head to our website for details and apply to be a returning or new vendor with us-the Board will review in...

Chester Art Centre presents...

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Friday, August 23 to Sunday, September 15 Chester Art Centre presents…Emma Fitzgerald & Annik Gaudet “DIS / PLACE” at 60 Queen Street, Chester. To displace is the forcing of something or someone out of its usual or original place. Both the process of displacement and its aftermath concern Annik...

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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Hubbards Farmers’ Market opens for the season every Saturday, May 11 to October 26, at the Hubbards Barn (#57 Hwy 3) from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. Enjoy a fresh, unique, and local shopping experience as well as local music and the beautiful park. For more info visit: www.hubbardsbarn.org or contact...

Graves Island Memorial Show & Sine

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Graves Island Memorial Show & Shine at Graves Island. Raindate: August 25. This show is in memory of some of the volunteers that we’ve lost: Glenn Veinot, Sandy Colter, Kevin Hirtle, Debby Purvis Noble and Pat Bremner. There will be a BBQ on site by ECRC. For more info contact Robert Stevens at 902...

Bring your own pool party!

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Dive into summer fun at our Bring Your Own Pool Party! Date: August 24th Get ready for a splashing good time with our exclusive event featuring: Only kiddy pools - Bring yours and make a splash! Big Cec Productions spinning tunes all afternoon long! Exclusively for campers - Join us for the ultimate...
Hosted By: Lacey Mines Campground

A Song for Hephaestus

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Embrace the unexpected twists and turns of Forged in Fable's new folk-opera, A Song for Hephaestus. Fusing shadow puppetry, intricate vocal harmonies, sincere drama, and comedic bravado, this is a bold and original performance that will make you laugh, think and cheer! Saturday, August 24th – 7:30...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Chester Bandstand Summer Concerts 2024

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Sundays, June 30 to August 25 Everyone is invited to the Chester Bandstand Concerts presented by: Chester Brass Band Society happening at the Bandstand (3 parade Square) starting 7:00 pm. Residents and visitors are welcome to enjoy a Summer’s evening overlooking the Chester waterfront and listening...

Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market

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Chester Farmers' & Artisan Market opens for the season every Friday, May 24 to October 11, from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, at the Chester Municipal Heritage Society Station (37 Smith Road). Please head to our website for details and apply to be a returning or new vendor with us-the Board will review in...

Crib Tournament

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Crib Tournament at the Forties Community Centre (1787 Forties Road, New Ross). Doors open at 12:00 noon. Registration starts at 12:30 pm and Play starts at 1:00 pm. Cost $20 per team. Canteen available. Fully accessible facility. For more info call 902-689-2147.