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13th Annual Chester Cut N Run 5K Walk/5K Run/10K Run

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Registration opens on Tuesday, April 8 Sunday, June 1: Event starts 9:00 am at the Chester Area Middle School. DEADLINE to receive an event T-Shirt: FRIDAY, MAY 9 Adults: $25 pre-register; $30 after May 9 18 and under: $10 (under 8 must run with an adult) Pre-register/Pay by Friday, May 9 to receive...

Crib Tournament

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Crib Tournament at the Forties Community Centre (1787 Forties Road, New Ross). Doors open 12:00 noon. Registration starts at 12:30 pm and play begins at 1:00 pm. Cost $20 per team. Must be 19 years or older. Canteen available. Wheelchair accessible (ground level). For more info call 902-689-2147.

FREE Clothing New to You

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FREE CLOTHING NEW TO YOU at the Aenon Baptist Church (57 Hwy 12, Chester Basin) from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and again from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Donations welcome but not necessary. For more info email: pcountway@eastlink.ca

Fishing Derby

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Fishing Derby & BBQ at Hutts Lake, Chester Basin from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Non-Motorized boats only! Registration is $10 per adult and $5 per person 18 years and under. All prizes donated by Kelvin’s Taxidermy & Gun Shop. First Place: Highest total combined weight of 5 trout ($100 Gift Card from...

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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HUBBARDS FARMERS’ MARKET 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: market@hubbardsbarn.org.

Lobster Raffle

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Lobster Raffle for the East Chester Recreation Association Hall. Draw Date: Saturday, June 7. Tickets: 1 ticket for $2 or 3 tickets for $5. Please EMT to shannon_beck@outlook.com. Use “lobster” as security answer. Include your name and phone number in the message. All proceeds go directly to the...

19th Annual Open House for the Composting Facility's Maibec CanExel East River

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Maibec CanExel cordially invite you to the 19th Annual Open House for the Composting Facility's Maibec CanExel East River Community Environmental Liaison Committee from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon, rain or shine at the Union Hall (7216 Hwy 329, East River). Guest Speakers including, Elizabeth Peirce...

Pancake Breakfast

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Pancake Breakfast at the Hubbards Area Lions Club from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Cost is a donation at the door.

Pumpkin Planting

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Get ready to plant some pumpkins! What better way to celebrate the start of summer than by joining the annual pumpkin planting days at Ross Farm Museum? Bring your children so they can plant a pumpkin seed and return in the fall to harvest their pumpkins! In addition to pumpkin planting this weekend...
Hosted By: Ross Farm Museum

Bobbin Lace Demonstration

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The Seaspray Lace Guild is a small group of passionate individuals dedicated to the art of bobbin lace. They meet regularly in Dartmouth, NS, to create bobbin lace, share ideas, and support one another in their learning journeys. For those interested in exploring this craft, the Seaspray Lace Guild...
Hosted By: Ross Farm Museum

Atlantic Canadian Military History Association

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Join us this weekend at Ross Farm Museum for a display by the Atlantic Canadian Military History Association. The display will be set up in the Learning Centre.
Hosted By: Ross Farm Museum

Zoe Valle Library Re-opening

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https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FwaCXxC4e/ Please join us for the re-opening of the Zoe Valle Library and rediscover what has been lovingly recreated and re-imagined. www.zoevalle.com
Hosted By: Zoe Valle Library

Lobster or Brisket Dinner

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Lobster Dinner at the East Chester Recreation Association from 1:00 to 6:00 pm. Eat-in or Take-out available. Not a lobster lover – Brisket is available. Enjoy Lobster or Brisket, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Roll, Butter, Beverage, Apple Crisp or Brownie with Ice Cream. Cost $35. Limited Quantities...

Jeff Leeson - Comedy Tour

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Internationally touring comedian Jeff Leeson returns to the Chester Playhouse for an evening of live stand up comedy you will not soon forget! With over 100 million views online, find our why this is one show you absolutely DO NOT want to miss! For over 25 years, Jeff has been astonishing crowds...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Ocean Swells AGM

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Ocean Swells Community Centre will be holding their Annual General Meeting at 11:00 am. All are welcome to attend.

Crib Tournament

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Crib Tournament at the Little Red School, Canaan. Doors open at 1:00 pm. Cost $20 per team. Cash prizes and 50/50. Canteen available.

Athenaeum Society of Nova Scotia presents...

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The Athenaeum Society of Nova Scotia presents…Governing Ourselves – Canada’s Parliament at Ocean Swells Community Centre (2726 Hwy 329, Northwest Cove) starting 2:30 pm. Presenter the Honourable Geoff Regan, former Member of Parliament will present his appreciation of the institution of Parliament...

Mindfulness Meditation

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Mindfulness Series Returns – Starting May 21st! We’re excited to offer our 6-week mindfulness series again – this time in Lunenburg! Sessions run every Wednesday from 12–1pm, starting May 21st. This is the third time we’ve run the series, and it’s been incredibly well-received. Whether you’re new to...
Hosted By: second story women's centre

New Ross Legion presents...

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The Crossover Band will be playing at the New Ross Legion from 8:30 to 11:30 pm. Cover charge $5 members and $7 non-members. Bring your dancing shoes!

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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HUBBARDS FARMERS’ MARKET 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: market@hubbardsbarn.org.

Father's Day Lunch

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Father’s Day Lunch at St. Luke’s Parish Hall (10 Shore Club Road, Hubbards) from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Enjoy pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, choice of pie slice, tea/coffee. Admission by donation. Proceeds for the Helm. Hosted by St. Luke’s Outreach Mission Group.

2025 Ride of Hope

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2025 Ride of Hope – registration at 8:30 am and Ride start time 9:00 am. A bike ride around the Aspotogan Loop or a family fun bike ride on the trail. This is for anyone who wants to fundraise for cancer research. Register and fundraise here: ride.terryfox.ca/Aspotogan.

Father's Day Fish & Chips

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Father’s Day Fish & Chips at the Chester Basin Volunteer Fire Dept (5430 Hwy 3) from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. The cost is $14 for 2-piece Fish & Chips. Drive-Thru Take-Out Only. Pre-order by June 13 by texting or calling Melanie 902-298-1799 or Darlene 902-204-2201. Limited amount of drop in orders...

Father's Day Roast Beef Supper

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Father’s Day Roast Beef Supper at the Forties Community Centre from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Roast beef dinner, dessert, tea/coffee. Adults $17, Children (under 12 years) $7.50 and under 5 years $3.50. Eat-in or Take-out. Fully accessible. For more info call 902-689-2147.

Peer Wellness Support

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Please join us at Second Story Women's Centre for an ongoing peer wellness support group focusing on creating connections, learning and support. The group will focus on holistic wellness for women and gender diverse individuals. We will have the opportunity to chat with professionals and community...
Hosted By: second story women's centre

FREE Clothing New to You

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FREE CLOTHING NEW TO YOU at the Aenon Baptist Church (57 Hwy 12, Chester Basin) from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Donations welcome but not necessary. For more info email: pcountway@eastlink.ca

Hubbards Barn Food Fair

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Food Fair at the Hubbards Barn (57 Hwy 3) from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Food trucks, food vendors, beer, wine, spirits, confections, hot and cold beverages, take-away or ready to eat, jams, pickles, sauces, spices and more. Live music and cash bar. Suggested $2 donation. For more info visit: www...

Friends of Nature Conservation Society AGM

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Friends of Nature Conservation Society AGM with Guest Speaker “Elizabeth May” at St. Stephen’s Community Hall (54 Regent Street, Chester) starting 5:00 pm. There will be entertainment provided by both Hank Middleton and the Studio Singers. Light refreshments will be served. The public is invited to...

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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HUBBARDS FARMERS’ MARKET 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: market@hubbardsbarn.org.

Blandford Community Centre Breakfast

Community Centre Breakfast at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Eat-in or Take-out. Enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, beans, hashbrowns, coffee, tea & juice. Adults $10, Children (10 & under) $5 and Children (under 3) are FREE. Cash or debit available. This is the...

Community Centre Breakfast

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Community Centre Breakfast at the District #1 Community Centre, Blandford from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Eat-in or Take-out. Enjoy eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, beans, hashbrowns, coffee, tea & juice. Adults $10, Children (10 & under) $5 and Children (under 3) are FREE. Cash or debit available. This is the...

Chester's Own Homegrown "Block Party"

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Chester’s Own Homegrown “Block Party”, a celebration of community and sustainable living happening on Regent Street, Chester (between King & Central) from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Features: Jamie Junger, Shore Jammers, Kevin Koloff and Young Folk. There will be a BBQ and Lemonade Stand, Local Vendors &...

Chester's Own Homegrown "Block Party"

Chester’s Own Homegrown “Block Party”, a celebration of community and sustainable living happening on Regent Street, Chester (between King & Central) from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Features: Jamie Junger, Shore Jammers and Young Folk. There will be a BBQ and Lemonade Stand, Local Vendors & Clothing Swap...
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Ticket Auction

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Norwood Lodge NO. 135 of New Ross is holding a Ticket Auction at the Western Shore Area Improvement Association Hall. Doors open at 9:00 am. Draw begins at 2:00 pm. All New Items! Proceeds for scholarship, building fund, etc.

Chester Community Sunny Days Market

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Chester Community Sunny Days Market at the Chester Legion (14 Union Street) from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Free admission. Support and Shop Local.

Il Barbiere di Siviglia - MET Opera Live in HD (Filmed Opera)

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This live cinema transmission is part of the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theatres across the globe. The Met’s inventive production of Rossini’s effervescent comedy, Il Barbiere di Siviglia, stars Russian mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina as the feisty...
Hosted By: Chester Playhouse

Market

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Market at The Shop on Central By Bonny Lea Farm (227 Central Street, Chester) from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Local Vendors: Trevor Myra, Leslie Ingraham, Vicki Levy, Hillary & Steve McCarron, Cynthia Curtis, Heather Bond, Patty Winfield and Carol Olsen. There will be BBQ Hot Dogs for $2 or 3/$5; Fresh...

New Ross Legion presents...

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The Fisherkings will be playing at the New Ross Legion from 8:30 to 11:30 pm. Cover charge $5 members and $7 non-members. Bring your dancing shoes! This is the last Friday Night Live until September.

Hubbards Farmers' Market

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HUBBARDS FARMERS’ MARKET 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: market@hubbardsbarn.org.

St. Luke's Huge Indoor Yard, Bake & Plant Sale

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St. Luke's Huge Indoor Yard, Bake & Plant Sale at St. Luke's Anglican Parish Hall (10 Shore Club Road, Hubbards) from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (rain or shine). Cash Only - Please bring your own shopping bags. Lots of great yard sale treasures, baked goods and plants to be found. Wheelchair accessible...

Chester Legion Casino Night

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Chester Legion Casino Night at the Legion (14 Union Street) from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. This is a fundraiser for paving the parking lot. Entry: $50 gives you $75 in chips & one drink ticket. Rebuy: $25 gives you $50 in chips. Bar available. Prizes to be won! There are 6 Blackjack tables, 1 Roulette table...

Learn to Sail Program - Youth and Adults

Junior Learn to Sail Program at the Chester Yacht Club all Summer, June 30 to August 29 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Adults Sailing Program every Wednesday evenings in July from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. For more info call 902-275-3747 or email: learntosail.cyc@gmail.com.
Hosted By: Chester Yacht Club
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