Port Williams news

There was dancing, singing and storytelling during March Break at the library this year. On Tuesday afternoon Erin Isnor, who provided March Break activities to a number of branches, brought Dance Dance Revolution to our library.

Participants chose a song and skill level then had to follow the pattern of steps projected on the screen as they moved backward and forward, side-to-side and jumped on the arcade style dance platform. This was the first try for some while others were more experienced. Between turns the girls had a chance to talk, catch their breath and have a snack.

In a cozy corner of the library, complete with blankets and pillows, 12 kids, caregivers, parents and grandparents listened to Erin Isnor read stories during the Teddy Bear Picnic Wed., March 14. The kids and their teddies also participated energetically in action songs and ended the morning with a juice and cookies.



Our village is organizing a unique 75th Apple Blossom weekend experience involving our former Princesses Port Williams. A committee that started with representatives from the Village Commission, Lions and W.I. has contacted our former princesses to invite them to come home for the festival this year.

Our princesses would attend the Coronation and be in the Grand Street parade. The highlight will be a special Village event on Sunday afternoon that would coincide with the Royal Visit. The planning for these activities is in the early stages and the committee welcomes anyone who would like to get involved.

The committee would like to have a display of photos and memorabilia of past princesses and their reigns and is looking for anyone who has photos/items that they would be willing to lend. As well, they’re thinking that some princesses from away with no family in the area might appreciate having hosts for the weekend. Is anyone interested?

For information or to be involved in any of the above events, please contact Dianne at the Village Office at 542-4411.



The next Soup and Chowder Luncheon at the United Baptist Church will be held Wed., March 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu includes corn chowder and hamburg soup, rolls, tea, coffee and dessert. Free will offering.

Sponsored by the Loyal Workers. Take-outs will be available by calling 542-3012.



Dig out your Easter bonnets. The Ways and Means Committee of the Baptist Church is having an Easter Tea Sat., March 24 from 2-4 p.m. There will be a prize for the prettiest and the funniest bonnet, so get that straw hat out or go to Frenchies and the Dollar Store and decorate it.



GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them. It meets every Monday from 7-9 p.m. starting again March 26. For further details you can call the Church Office at 542-3495.



It’s time for spring-cleaning. But what to do with the things you don’t need anymore? The Horton High School Safe Grad committee is holding a yard sale Sat., March 31 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the New Minas Civic Centre and would be glad to take unwanted items off your hands. Donations can be dropped off at the Civic Centre Fri., March 30 from 7-9 p.m.



There will be a Variety Show at the Community Centre Sat., March 31 at 7 p.m. featuring Matt Lunn and Friends, Country Grass, Hillbilly Magic, Blaine Harris, and Harold Hunt with sound by Dave Arenburg. Admission is $5.

There will be a canteen and 50/50 draw. Come and enjoy an evening of good music. Proceeds for the Lions Club’s community service projects.



The Cornwallis 4-H club held its general meeting Fri., March 9. We discussed old and new business and went over the agenda for our Speech and Demo day.

Chocolate bars were sent out and are now on sale from any Cornwallis 4-H member. They are $2 each and are available in assorted kinds. (Jill MacDonald, Club Reporter)



United Baptist Church: The Loyal Workers will hold their monthly meeting Thurs., March 22 at 2 p.m. Robin Whidden, Nurse Practitioner at Mud Creek Medical Centre in Wolfville, will talk about her work.

All are welcome to attend the services being offered for Easter. Beginning on Palm Sunday, April 1 until Easter Sunday, April 8, you’re encouraged to attend these inspiring and meaningful services.