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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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

Senior's Luncheon

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Senior’s Luncheon at the Hubbards Area Lions Club starting 12:00 noon. The cost is a donation at the door.

WASOQOPA’Q FIRST NATION 2025 POWWOW

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Friday, September 5 to Sunday, September 7 WASOQOPA’Q FIRST NATION 2025 POWWOW at 83 Pennell Road, Gold River. All are welcome.

Hubbards Author Readings

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What: First Hubbards Author Readings Series with brief readings by award-winning Nova Scotia authors Chris Benjamin, Laura Churchill Duke, Bretton Loney, David Huebert and local author Sarah Mian Where: Sanctuary St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 10 Shore Club Road, Hubbards When: Friday evening, Sept 5...
Hosted By: Hubbards Writers

Hubbards Author Readings

Featuring award winning Nova Scotia writers Chris Benjamin, Laura Churchill Duke, David Huebert, Bretton Loney, and Sarah Mian. Each author will offer two short readings followed by Q&A (if time permits) Free event. Food Bank Donations Welcome. Light Refreshments will be provided. For more...

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. 50/50 available.

Country at the Cross

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COUNTRY AT THE CROSS – Live Music – Food – Night Market at the New Ross Fairgrounds (5032 Hwy 12) from 3:00 to 9:00 pm. Performances by: Young Artists Showcase / Stephen Dicks / Boho Crow / Clark & Winter / Hank Middleton / Ricky Naugler / Catahoula Brown / Lucas Whitehead / Tyler Corbin / Cheyenne...

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 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.

3rd Annual Food Trucks & Family Fun at the Park

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3rd Annual Food Trucks & Family Fun at the Together We Can Community Park (6200 Hwy 3, Gold River) from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Park Fundraiser $1 Donation requested. Food Trucks, Live Music, Bouncy Castles, Face Painting, Balloon Twisting & much more!

Notice of Public Hearing

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THE MUNICIPALITY OF CHESTER In the matter of the Municipal Government Act and the Municipality of the District of Chester TAKE NOTICE THAT on Thursday, July 31, 2025, Chester Municipal Council provided intention to enterinto an Amending Development Agreement with Bear Lake Wind Farm Ltd. And...

Friday Night Live Music

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Friday Night Live Music with “TeeBeeEH: Tanner & Bob (from the Upbeats)” at the New Ross Legion starting at 8:30 pm. The cover charge is $5 for Members and $7 Non-Members. Bring your dancing shoes.

Yard Sale & BBQ

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Saturday, September 13 & Sunday, September 14 Yard Sale & BBQ (Saturday only) at Grace Anglican Church on Saturday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm and on Sunday from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. On Sunday, large items will be half price, and you can fill a bag (provided) for only $3.00. We are still in need of items...

Candle Making

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In the early 1800s, candles were the only source of light. Join our interpreters on September 13th and 14th for our Candle Making weekend. Interpreters demonstrate how dripped candles were made, just as settlers did many years ago.
Hosted By: Ross Farm Museum

Yard Sale & BBQ

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Saturday, September 13 & Sunday, September 14 Yard Sale & BBQ (Saturday only) at Grace Anglican Church on Saturday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm and on Sunday from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. On Sunday, large items will be half price, and you can fill a bag (provided) for only $3.00. We are still in need of items...

45th Annual Terry Fox Run

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45th Annual Terry Fox Run – Registration opens 12:00 noon and event starts 1:00 pm at the Shore Club in Hubbards. Family friendly event, all ages welcome. To honour Terry and raise critical funds for cancer research. Link for online registration: https://run.terryfox.ca/93153.

Athenaeum Society of Nova Scotia presents...

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Athenaeum Society of Nova Scotia presents…Brain Tech – New MRI-Type Tools for Depression and Dementia happening at Ocean Swells Community Centre starting 2:30 pm. Presented by Dr. David Olson. All are welcome. Q&A following the presentation. For more info call 902-476-4465.

Roast Pork Supper

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Roast Pork Supper at the Forties Community Centre from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Take-out available, fully accessible. For more info call 902-689-2612 or 902-689-2000.

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

Friday Night Live Music

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Friday Night Live Music with the “Crossover Band” at the New Ross Legion starting at 8:30 pm. The cover charge is $5 for Members and $7 Non-Members. Bring your dancing shoes.

Repair Cafe

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Repair Café at St. Luke’s (10 Shore Club Road, Hubbards) from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Do you have broken stuff around your house? Don’t throw it away! Bring it to the Repair Café for fixing. Learn from our skilled volunteers. We will try and mend or repair anything you bring! Also offering mini-massages...

Pumpkin Harvest

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Come to our pumpkin harvest event on September 20th and 21st to collect the pumpkin you planted in June! What will your pumpkin look like? Will it be big, small, round, or tall?
Hosted By: Ross Farm Museum

An Evening with Valdy

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An Evening with Valdy at the Black Point & Area Community Centre starting 7:00 pm. Tickets are $30 each (cash only) and are available at Aspotogan Heritage Trust and Lola’s Landing. Did you know that all net proceeds from the event and bar sales, will be donated to the Hubbards Area Lions Club...

Terra Spencer & Ian Sherwood

Part Of: Chester Playhouse Summer Series
Two of Nova Scotia’s finest songwriters and storytellers, Terra Spencer & Ian Sherwood, bring their intoxicating blend of musical genius and whimsical storytelling to the Chester Playhouse. Raised on the mud banks of the Avon River, award-winning Nova Scotian funeral director-turned-songwriter Terra...

3rd Annual Golf Classic

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Through the Years 3rd Annual Golf Classic at the Aspotogan Ridge Golf Club. Shotgun start at 9:00 am. Cost $400 per team of 4 and includes 18 holes, 2 carts per team and lunch. Email: throughtheyears-coordinator@hotmail.com to register or call 902-857-1777.

Open Studio Day

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Open Studio Day at Ocean Swells Community Centre from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Bring any media you are working with, all are welcome. Free to attend. Go for a short while or bring a lunch and stay the whole day.