Annapolis County Events

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Annapolis County Events space is provided for local non-profit organizations. Space is limited to about 25 words. There is no guarantee that notices will be printed. Contact 825-3457, 532-2219, fax 825-6707, email editor@annapolisspectator.ca, or drop them off at 87 Commercial Street, Middleton. Deadline is Thursday at 4 p.m.

Legion

September 4-29 Come to Clementsport Legion in the evenings. Mondays at 7 p.m. for cards, bridge & 45's, Tues. for Bingo - start 7:15 p.m., Wed. at 7:30 p.m. for Cribbage, Thurs. at 7:30 p.m, for cards, bridge and pool, and Fridays at 5:45 p.m. for a barbecue.

Chinese auction

September 11 At the Nictaux Fire Hall with proceeds for the Nictaux Hospital Auxiliary. Opens at 12, noon with drawing at 7:30 p.m. Also bake table and 50/50 draw.

Middleton Farmers' Market

September 12 Market held every Friday from 2 to 6 PM on Commercial St in Middleton (across from Town Hall). Produce, meats, breads, goodies, crafts - all from the Valley. Musical entertainment. Support Local.

Variety Show

September 12 Country Music Variety Show, West Paradise Hall, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. Features Bauchmans, Harold Hunt, Carrol Edwards. Proceeds for West Paradise Hall.

Band fundraiser

September 12 Annapolis Royal School Bands are having their Apple Pie and Fall Mum fundraiser. Call a band member or 532-0584 to order, pick-up date is October 4.

Hockey tryouts

September 13 Western Valley AAA / AA tryouts for 2008 at Kingston arena. Atoms at 9 a.m., PeeWees at 10:45 a.m. and Bantam at 12:30 p.m., tryout cost is $60. For full schedule, email vice@westernvalleymha.com

Hockey tryouts

September 13 Western Valley female tryouts for 2008 at Kingston arena. Peewee at 2:15 p.m., Bantam at 2:45 p.m. and Midget at 5:15 p.m., cost for tryouts is $60. For full schedule, email vice@westernvalleymha.com



Fun day

September 13 At Inglisville Community Hall, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Flea Market, Chinese Auction, children’s games, hot dogs & hamburgers. Chinese Auction tickets also sold Friday, 7 to 9 p.m.

Loyalist Heritage Tea

September 13 Celebrate history September 13, 1 to 3 p.m. at Hillsburgh United Church, Bear River. Exerts from historic plays by Hal Theriault. Sponsored by the Bear River Historical Society & the Municipality of Digby

Variety show

September 13 At the Inglisville Community Hall, 7 to 11 p.m. Performers are Bernie Legg & Friends, Aubrey Whitman, Cindy Kelly & Robby Jamieson, Neil Bailey, Doug & Patty Gallant, Raymond Weir and others.

Rug Hooking Workshops

September 13 & 27 Rug Hooking Workshops at North Hills Museum in Granville Ferry with instructor Kay Magwood. September 13 for beginners and September 27 for intermediate, 9:30-5 p.m. Cost $45. Advance registration required. Call 532-2168.

Supper & speaker

September 13 The Mount Hanley School House Museum will hold a fundraiser at the Port George Rec Hall at 6 p.m. Enjoy a Turkey Supper plus listen to guest speaker, Peggy Armstrong, co-author of “Age of Sail” (Bay of Fundy). Tickets ($15) may be purchased by calling Barb McGill at 825-6465 or Ron Barrett at 825-6988.

Female Hockey

September 13 Female Hockey Esso Fun Day is set for September 13. Greenwood Gardens. Free. Learn to play. Full gear required. Beginners welcome. Lunch and jersey included. To register call Shelley Williams 825-6804.

Youth bowling

September 13 AYB Youth Bowling League starts at the LMK Lanes, Middleton. A great way to meet new people and have fun. Bring a friend. Call the lanes at 825-4432 for more info.

Big band

September 14 “Swing into Autumn” with the Annapolis Big Band on the grounds of Hillsdale House Inn from 2-4 p.m. Bring your picnic basket, chairs and blanket. Admission is a donation for the Annapolis Royal Wharf project. Available is a Sangria and Beer cash bar. This is a fair weather event.

Terry Fox Run/Walk

September 14 The Terry Fox Run/Walk in Annapolis Royal is set for Sunday, Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. at Town Hall. Join in, run/walk 10 km or less. Prizes, no fee, donations for cancer research. Annapolis Royal Recreation 532-7667 recreation@annapolisroyal.com

Children’s Church

September 14 Children’s Church at Middleton Baptist Church begins Sunday, Sept. 14. We have classes for all children age 2 to Grade 6. Nursery available for younger children. Our Family Worship Service begins at 10:45 a.m. and our Children's Church begins part way into the service. Join in the fun this year at MBC!! www.middletonbaptist.com

Gospel concert

September 14 at the Mount Rose Baptist Church on Arlington Rd. at 2pm. Featuring David Graves and guests. Free will offer with proceeds for church repairs.

Musical Service

September 14 “Old Country” Musical Service at the Clarence Baptist Church at 7 pm. Musical guests are Lois and Vernon Connell, Garnet Banks, Glenn Fritz, etc. Freewill offering.

4-H Registration

September 15 The Sea Breeze 4-H Club will be holding an Open House and registration night Monday, Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Melvern Square Communicty Centre. You will be able to see members’ projects, talk to the leaders and members, and register for 4-H. Age: 9-21 (Cloverbuds 7-8 years). Catchment area: all over Annapolis and Kings counties. Come join in the fun. Registration cost for the year is only $15. Some of the Projects available are: Photography, Outdoorsman, Cake Decorating, Woodworking, Heritage, Sewing, Foods, Crafts, Beef, Horse, Rabbit, Poulty, etc.

Poster Contest

September 15 The deadline for the poster contest sponsored by the Bridgetown and Area Friends of the Library to celebrate National Library Month in October. For information on categories and submissions contact Carole Carter at 665-2268. Winning entries will be displayed during Ciderfest Days in Bridgetown.

Funds for Fuel Bridge

September 15 Funds for Fuel bridge party, 1:15 p.m, Monday, Sept. 15, Macdonald Museum, Middleton. Come out for an afternoon of fun and fellowship while supporting your local museum. $3 per person, light lunch served. Call 825-6116 for more information.

Bridgetown Market

September 16 Bridgetown Market is held every Tuesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at 160 South Street, over the bridge in Bridgetown. Spaces are free. Everyone welcome. Call Lewis 665-2029.

Kids’ Adventure

September 16 Adventure Kids & Junior Youth Group begins Tuesday, Sept. 16 at Middleton Baptist Church. All kids age 3 to Grade 6 are invited to come to this exciting Tuesday evening program. No cost. Games, crafts, fun activities, snacks, music and awesome Bible stories. Don't miss out. Bring your friends. For more info please phone Holly at 825-3537.

Rug Display

September 16 to 18 A rug Display will be held at Cornwallis Training Centre (Broadway) September 16 to 18. Hours are 9 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday. For more information contact Cathy Lowe at 902-584-3483

Wednesday Market in AR

September 17 Annapolis Royal Farm Market every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in July and August. Enjoy shopping in a relaxed atmosphere.

Tent Dwellers Outdoor Arts Festival

September 17-24 along the Kejimkujik Drive (Liverpool, Caledonia, Kejimkujik, Milford) This celebration of the wilderness will involve music, theatre, painting and writing. Workshops will provide hands-on experience with artists and exhibits will showcase historical and contemporary photography and painting. Concerts and presentations will highlight the Tent Dwellers experience. Information: www.tentdwellers2008.com or call (902) 350-1753

Charity golf

September 19 The 1st Annual Special Olympics Anna. Co. Charity Scramble will be held at Eden Golf & Country Club. This 4 person scramble starts at 10 am, entry free is $200 per team, includes a steak dinner. Prizes for many categories and door prize draws. Closing date is Sept. 16, call Judy Lockett at 665-2198 for more info and registration.

Coffee party

September 19 Kingston & District Health Auxiliary will hold a Coffee Party at the Kingston Fire Hall, 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. Proceeds for Annapolis Valley Health Projects.

Chinese Auction

September 20 At the Kingston Fire Hall, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., tickets are 25/$1. Held by the Kingston & District Health Aux. to help support Soldiers Memorial Hospital and District Healthcare. Canteen available.

Yard sale

September 20 At the Bridgetown United Church from 8:30 until 12:00 noon.

Fun run

September 20 The Ciderfest 5K Fun Run starts at 6 pm (registration at 5 pm) at the Bridgetown Development Center on Bay Rd. Awards for top 3 male and female finishers plus draw prizes. Contact Victor Vidito at 665-4665 for more info.

Pumpkin Festival

September 20 The annual pumpkin festival at the Melvern Square & Area Community Center from 1pm to 4:30 p.m. Weigh in from 1:00-2:30. Children’s carved/decorated pumpkin contest , 2:30-4:30. Tractor skills competition for adults and children.

Musical service

September 21 The Annapolis Valley Men’s Gospel Choir will present a Musical Service at the Mount Hanley Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Free will offering.

Trail hike

September 21 Hike N.S. and the Municipality of Annapolis present a guided hike along the Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail at 2:00 p.m. Contact Debra Ryan at 532-3139 or debryan@annapoliscounty.ns.ca for details.

Corn Boil, Dessert Party

September 26 Paradise Baptist Family Fun Event: Corn Boil & Dessert Party. What says “fall” better than a good, old-fashioned corn boil? Bring your favourite dessert to share and meet us at the church at 5:30 p.m., to eat at 6 p.m. (10273 Hwy. 1). The corn will be provided. COGS students are always welcome. More info: Mark at 584-3907.

Public Auction

September 27 A public auction will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 at Nictaux Fire Hall, Highway 10 Nictaux. Viewing at 9 a.m. Auction at 10 a.m. Wide variety of quality items including collectables and antiques. Auctioneer Gary Leeson. Sponsored by Emmanuel Church. For Information call 902 825-0999.

PAWS / CAPS

September 27 PAWS for Life Dog Walk takes place at the Rotary Park in Middleton from 11am to 2pm, (rain date Sept 28). Proceeds will benefit the Companion Animal Society. All leashed, friendly animals welcome. For more info or for a sponsor sheet, call 665-5244.