Meeting
April 15
The Ostomy Support Group is holding a meeting opened to ostomates, their families and the general public, Tuesday, April 15, at the Yarmouth Hospital in the Ruth and Irving Pink Conference Room at 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker : Darolyn Walker, Cancer Patient Navigator, Colorectal Examinations
Meeting
April 15
Monthly meeting of the Msg. W.E. Young Assembly of the Knights of Columbus will be held at the K of C hall on Collins Street, 7 p.m. April 15.
Meeting
April 16
The Yarmouth Area Cancer Support Group will meet Wednesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. at the Sobey’s Room, Starrs Road. April’s meeting will pay homage to those members recently lost, a celebration of their lives. All those with cancer and their caregivers/loved ones are invited to attend. For more information contact Kent Blades at 902- 742-3542 extension 470.
C areer expo
April 16
There will be a career expo “Let’s get ready to work” in the Ecole scondaire de Par-en-Bas, Tusket, Wednesday April 16 from 3:30 until 6 p.m. Admission free. The fair will provide students and the public with an opportunity to dialogue with exhibitors from various sectors of the workplace.
History program
April 21
Fun with Port Maitland area history and Ellis House Hotel at Port Maitland fire hall, Monday, April 21, 7 p.m. Off beat facts about the history of the area, following a brief annual meeting of the Old Beaver River and Port Maitland Cemeteries Preservation Society. Admission free.
Sports heritage meeting
April 17
The annual general meeting of the Yarmouth Town and County Sports Heritage Association will be held at the Firefighters’ Museum on Thursday, April 17 at 7 p.m.
Open mic/washers
April 18/19
There will be a free open mic with Blue Country at Le Club Acadien in SAR on Friday, April 18, at 8. And on Saturday, April 19, at the club there will be indoor washers ($5 a person, teams picked at 7.) Members and guests.
Flea market and bake sale
April 19
A flea market, bake sale and face painting sessions, sponsored by the Yarmouth Lionettes, will be held at the Yarmouth Lion’s Club on Saturday, April 19, 8 a.m. to noon.
South Ohio spring tea
April 19
Spring tea at the South Ohio Community Centre on April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Adults $4, children 12 and under $2. Bake table and book sale. Anyone wishing to donate or help can call Emily Lent at 742-4723.
Bean supper
April 19
The Lake Vaughan Fire Department auxillary is having a fundraiser bean supper Saturday, April 19, at the Lake Vaughan fire hall from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $7 per person. Game night to follow from 7-9 p.m.
Gospel concert
April 19
The Salvation Army Yarmouth Community Church will be the scene of a gospel concert featuring local talent on April 19 at 7 p.m. Free will offering will be taken. Proceeds for roof repairs for the Rose of Sharon Church.
Breakfast
April 20
The Wedgeport and District Volunteer Fire Department breakfast will be held April 20 at the Wedgeport and District Fire Department hall, Wedgeport from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 plate, $12 family with children under 10 years old.
Community breakfast
April 20
The Knights of Columbus will be holding a community breakfast on Sunday, April 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their hall on Collins Street. Donations will be accepted at the door.
Meeting
April 20
The annual ratepayers meeting of the East Pubnico Fire Department will be held at the East Pubnico fire hall at 2 p.m. April 20.
History program
April 21
Fun with Port Maitland area history and Ellis House Hotel at Port Maitland fire hall, Monday, April 21, 7 p.m. Off beat facts about the history of the area, following a brief annual meeting of the Old Beaver River and Port Maitland Cemeteries Preservation Society. Admission free.
Workshop
April 21
A Look Good Feel Better workshop dedicated to help women look good and feel better during and after cancer treatment will be held Monday, April 21, at the Yarmouth hospital from 1-3 p.m. in the Irving Pink Room, first floor. Call to pre-register 1-866-524-1234 or 762-2983
Earth day presentation
April 22
Enviro-friendly lawn solutions, chemical-free care, alternatives to lawns will be the subject of a presentation by the Tusket River Environmental Protection Association on April 22. There will be a skit, DVD, resources, discussion, coffee. At the Beacon United Church parlour at 7 p.m.
Blood pressure session
April 22
What’s Up With High Blood Pressure? – Learn practical ways to help achieve blood pressure control at a free public education session, presented by a nurse and a dietitian, Tuesday, April 22, 6-8 p.m. at the YMCA on Main Street in Yarmouth. Pre-registration is required by calling 902-742-3542 ext 460.
Kite flying
April 22
A go fly a kite event will take place on
Tuesday April 22 at Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse in Lower West Pubnico from 3-6 p.m. Prizes to be won. It’s free. Soup, sandwiches and hot dogs will be available at the café.
Legion fundraiser
April 24
A fundraiser for the Yarmouth Legion, branch 61, will take place April 24, 7-10:30 p.m. with various dance bands: Whiskey River, T.K.O., Traditional Country, Nothin’ Fancy, and Tony and Friends. Canteen service available. Door prize. Admission $4 at the door. Members and guests,. Info 902-742-7767.
Meeting
April 24
The Milton Improvement Society will be meeting at the Yarmouth North Baptist Church Thursday, April 24, at 10 a.m. New members welcome.
Rappie pie supper
April 26
There will be a rappie pie supper and a canoe draw at the Forest Glen Community Center April 26 from 4-6 p.m. Price; $9.
Dance/auction
April 26
There will be a dance and a silent auction from 9-1 at the Yarmouth fire hall April 26 as a fundraiser for the Maple Grove and Yarmouth High School Memorial Club. Music by the Grinders. $10 a person at the door.
Yard/bake sale
April 26
There will be a yard sale and bake sale Saturday morning, April 26 from 9-12 at Zion Church, Parade Street, Yarmouth.
Indoor yard sale
April 26
There will be an indoor yard sale (admission $1) at the South Ohio Community Center on April 26 from 9-12. Table rentals are $5. Call Emily Lent at 902-742-4723.
Penny sale
April 26
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Kemptville Fire Department will be holding a penny sale/ Dutch auction on Saturday, April 26 at 7 p.m.
Meeting
April 26
The annual meeting of the Cedar Lake Cemetery Association will be held Saturday, April 26, 7 p.m. at the home of Robert Ellis, 756 Cedar Lake Rd. Anyone owning plots or having family members in this cemetery is asked to attend. Contact Marilyn Ellis at 902-649-2793.
Lunch meeting
April 26
Pot luck lunch and meeting for the Nova Scotia Government Employees Association, Region 10, Saturday, April 26, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Yarmouth. Lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by meeting at 1 p.m. Members are welcome to bring a guest.
Variety show/sale
April 27
A musical variety show, bake sale and rappie pie takeout will be held at Club Lestantue Community Centre, Pinkney’s Point, Sunday April 27. Rappie pie takeout ($5) and bake sale from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Show from 2 to 4 p.m.
Local talent: Les Audacieux, Herman and Friends, Sharon and Friends. Donations at the door.
China in focus
April 27
On Sunday, April 27, at 11 a.m. Beacon United Church, Yarmouth, features "China In Focus". Guest speaker Gary MacDonald, educator with 16 years experience in China. Chowder lunch to follow. For more information call 902-742-4320.
Meeting
April 28
The Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Support Group will be meeting in the Beacon Church parlour Monday, April 28, at 7:30 p.m.
Annual meeting
April 28
The annual meeting of the ChegogginCemetery Co., will be held at the Chegoggin Baptist Church (basement) Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m.
Meeting
April 29
Women's Auxiliary of the Yarmouth Hospital monthly meeting April 29 at 2:30 p.m. in the
Bluenose Room, Yarmouth Hospital. Bring items for hullabaloo jewellery and men's tables. Contact Joyce Baxter at 902-761-2602.
Benefit concert
April 30
There will be a benefit concert at the
Carleton Legion, branch 167,
Wednesday, April 30, 7 p.m.
All proceeds for Beverly and Glendon Hanf who lost their house in a fire.
Concert
May 3
The Yarmouth Community Chorale’s spring concert “Come to the Celebration” will be held Saturday, May 3, at 7:30 at Beacon Church, Yarmouth. Tickets at the door.
Turkey supper
May 3
There will be a turkey supper at the Carleton Legion, branch 167, Saturday, May 3, starting at 4:30 p.m. sponsored by the ladies auxiliary.
Dance
May 3
There will be a dance at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 155 in Wedgeport, 9 p.m. to midnight. The music will be by the Claretone Reunion Band.
Meeting
May 8
There will be a public meeting on May 8 at 7 p.m. at the Carleton fire hall to discuss the current status of the pre-primary program and to answer any questions or concerns Parents may have about the pre-primary program.
Variety show
May 10
There will be a variety show at the Forest Glen Community Centre on May 10 at 8 p.m.
Penny sale
May 10
There will be a penny sale at the Carleton Legion, Branch 167,
Saturday, May 10. Doors open 6 p.m., play begins at 7 p.m.
Spring coffee party
May 10
Sponsored by the Keystone Chapter #5 Order of the Eastern Star at the Masonic Banquet Room, Hebron, from 10 a.m. to noon. Will be serving muffins, biscuits, scones, doughnuts, cheese, jams, tea and coffee for $3.50.
Meat darts
May 12
Meat darts will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, branch 61, Yarmouth, Monday, May 12 7:30.
Fundraising walk
May 25
The Great Strides Walk in support of Cystic Fibrosis will be held on May 25. For information or pledge forms call 902-742-2304 or
www.cysticfibrosis.caRegistration: (bring pledge form) in Yarmouth at Beacon Park at 1:30 p.m. also in Barrington at the Barrington Passage library at 1 p.m.
Annual meeting
May 29
The annual general meeting of the Yarmouth SPCA will be held in the multi-purpose room of the YMCA, Main Street, Yarmouth, Thursday, May 29, at 7 p.m.
Hootenanny
Ongoing
Hootenanny every Saturday at the Royal Canadian Legion, branch 61, Yarmouth from 12:30-3:30. Live music.
Games
Ongoing
Monday night cribbage at the Melbourne Community Centre is cancelled. Men’s darts are on Thursday nights at 7:30. For members and guests.
Sports dinner
Ongoing
Tickets for the annual Sports Hall of Fame dinner (held in May) are now on sale at City Drug or by contacting Stan Clayton at 902-742-4250.
Volunteers
Ongoing
The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Western Branch, Yarmouth is looking for volunteers to help with gallery tours, children's programs, the reception desk and other activities. For information or to apply, call gallery coordinator Angela Collier at 902-749-2251.
Volunteers needed
Ongoing
Volunteers are needed to fill several positions on the Yarmouth Red Cross Emergency response Team in Yarmouth. Focus on providing relief assistance to people in the community who have experienced a personal disaster or responding to a medium or large scale disaster. Training provided. Call Amy Crane at 902-742-3656
Legion events
Ongoing
The Yarmouth branch of the Royal Canadian Legion has the following events ongoing: Thursdays 7:30-11, open mic; Saturdays, 9-12:30 dance; Sundays, 7 to 10 p.m. bingo; Mondays, 7:30-10:30, mixed darts. For members and guests. Info: 902-742-7788.
Support group
Tuesdays
The Baby and Me peer support group meets Tuesday mornings, 10 - 11:30, at Yarmouth Superstore’s community room. All infants with their parents and/or grandparents, as well as pregnant women, are welcome. Peer breastfeeding support is also available. Further info at 902-742-7141.
Card games
Thursdays
Bridge and other card games are held every Thursday afternoon at the South Ohio Community Centre from 1-4 p.m. Light refreshments served. Admission $2.
Games
Thursdays
The South Ohio Community Centre hosts bridge, card games, etc., every Thursday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. Light refreshments. Admission $2.
Drop-in centre
Wednesdays
The Open Door Drop In Center is held every Wednesday at Temple Baptist Church from 1:30 pm-3:30 p.m. Conversation, games, coffee and tea.
Games
Ongoing
The Carleton Legion (Branch 167) has darts on Tuesdays at 7:30 and cribbage on Thursdays at 7:30.
