What's Happening

February 22

Children ages 3 to 5 can go to Clark’s Harbour library on Wednesday at 10am for Take the Roof Off Winter Preschool Story Time! Participants are asked to dress for the weather as they celebrate winter with some outdoor play, stories, crafts and more! Please register by calling 745-2885.

February 22

The Girl Thing program (for girls in grades 4 to 6) returns to the McKay Memorial Library in Shelburne on Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:30pm. Participants will learn how chocolate is make and create a chocolate treat! For more information call 875-3615.

February 23

There's a bake sale at the Bridgewater Mall on Thursday from 10am - 2pm in support of Ivy Lowe, a cancer patient who is taking extensive chemo in Halifax on a daily basis. For more information call Brenda at 766-4047.

February 23

The Tri-County Pregnancy Care Centre Baby Shower is on Thursday at 7pm at Centreville Fire Hall. The Centre provides hampers of baby products to new moms and they are running low on items so they are looking for donations of new newborn items. All ladies are welcome to attend.

February 24

There's a soup kitchen at the New Horizon’s Senior Hall, New Germany on Friday from 11:30am - 1:15pm. The price is $4.

February 24

TGIF starts at 4pm at the Royal Canadian Legion in Liverpool. On the menu: pork roast, dessert, tea and coffee for $6.

February 24

There's a benefit at the Bridgewater Fire Hall on Friday! There will be games of chance, auctions, face painting, and more from 6 - 9pm and then there's a DJ dance from 9pm - 12am! All funds raised will help with expenses for Rosa Tufts, a mother of 2 who has breast cancer.

February 24

The next meeting of the South Shore Chapter of the Council of Canadians is on Friday at 7:30pm at the Mahone Bay Centre. Admission is FREE. For more information call 527-2928.

February 24

Friday Night Fever at the Liverpool Legion is from 9pm - 12:30am with music from Top Notch this week. There will be a 50/50 draw and a door prize. Admission is $7. Members and guests are welcome to attend.

February 25

There's a Newfie breakfast at the Chester Basin Legion on Saturday from 7:30 - 10:30am.

February 25

There's a huge winter yard sale at the Bridgewater Baptist Church on King Street on Saturday from 8am - 2pm. Funds raised will help support a Missions trip to Africa.

February 25

The Mahone Bay Area Lions Club's Food Bank Blitz is on Saturday from 9am - 12pm. You can drop off donations to the Mahone Bay Centre or call for pick up in the town of Mahone Bay at 624-8095. All items collected will be donated to the Mahone Bay Area Food Bank located at the Mahone Bay Centre. Storm date is March 3.

February 25

Win cash prizes at the Ladies' Doubles Dart Tournament on Saturday at the Royal Canadian Legion in Liverpool. The Captain's meeting is at 9:30am and play starts at 10am. Admission is $20 per team and there's a 20 team maximum. Everyone is welcome. To register call Brenda at 356-2726 or the Legion.

February 25

There's a food drive for the Queens County Food Bank at Sobeys in Liverpool on Saturday from 10am - 4pm. Go out and help the Kinette Club fill a van with non perishable food! Cash donations will also be accepted.

February 25

There's an ice cream social at the Kempt Community Hall on Saturday at 7pm. Admission is $4 to enjoy homemade ice cream and pie! Proceeds are for hall repairs. For more information call 682-2646.

February 25

Watch the documentary, A Drummer's Dream at the South Shore Waldorf School on Saturday at 7pm followed by dessert and discussion with the Director of the film. Admission is $10. For more information call 624-0874 or visit www.waldorfns.org.

February 26

The Coastal Cruisers Car Club 16th Annual Daytona 500 Social is on Sunday at the Bridgewater Fire Hall. Watch the race on a 7x10 foot screen with surround sound! There will be lots of door prizes, raffles and giveaways! Admission is $8 for adults and kids under 12 get in FREE! Doors open 2 hours before race time.

February 26

There are two Felting Workshops at the South Shore Waldorf School on Sunday. The morning session is on felt painting and it's from 10am - 12pm and the afternoon session from 1 - 3pm is on wet felting. Admission is $35 for one workshop or $60 for both. The canteen will be serving homemade soup and break for lunch for $5. Children and adults are welcome. For more information or to register call 624-0874.

February 26

If you are single, 55 or older and like to meet new people, you are invited to join the Brunch Bunch at the Bridgewater Hotel on Sunday at 11:30am. The group chats and then has lunch at noon. For more information call 543-4293.

February 26

There's a variety show at the Forties Community Centre on Sunday from 1:30 - 4:30pm featuring Ron DeAdder & Friends, Carroll Edwards & Friends, Ron Muise & Country Sounds and more! The canteen will be open. For more information call 689-2000.

February 26

There's a variety show at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall on Sunday at 2pm featuring Charlie Purcell, Al Smith, Gary Nowe and more! The canteen will be open. There will be a cake / pie auction and a 50/50 draw. Admission is $6. Proceeds are for new fire hall.

February 26

Take a Walk in the Past with Peter Oickle at the DesBrisay Museum on Sunday at 2pm as he leads a discussion about the history of Bridgewater's Brookside Cemetery. The price is $4 for non members and $2 for members.

February 26

There's a Gospel concert at the Chester United Baptist Church on Sunday featuring the Royal Juncat’s June and Al White, Cathy and Roy Uhlman and Dale Mosher. The evening gets underway with a Hymn sing at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome.

February 27

The Basin Gardiner's Association meeting is on Monday at 7pm at Forest Heights Community School. For more information call Myra at 273-2000.

February 28

Are you a Shelburne County youth between the ages of 17 and 21 who wants to make a difference? If so go to the meeting at the Shelburne Community Centre (in the Ladies Auxiliary room) on Tuesday at 7pm for a meeting with Canada’s leading volunteer youth service organization, Katimavik. This summer, volunteers between the ages of 17 and 21 from across the country would rotate through the community and live in a rented house under the supervision of a project leader. Each group spends 3 months in the community and each youth will contribute a minimum of 35 hours a week as a full-time volunteer for not-for-profit organizations and will work on special projects for the benefit of the community. For more information, go to the meeting or visit www.katimavik.org.

February 28

There’s a music jam at St. Luke's Church Hall in Rhodes Corner on Tuesday from 7 - 10pm. Everyone is welcome to sit back and listen, sing or bring an instrument to play along! The canteen will be open. Admission is $2 for musicians and audience. For more information call 543-5871.

February 29

There's a community soup luncheon during Lent at Stephen’s Parish Centre, Chester on Wednesday from 12 - 1pm. On the menu: homemade soup, breads and sweets. Enjoy a great meal as you learn what's happening in your community and Jane Earle from Grandmothers to Grandmothers will be a guest speaker. Admission is $5. For more information call 275-2808.

February 29

There's a baked ham and scalloped potato supper at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall on Wednesday from 4 - 6pm. The price is $10 for adults and $5 for children 5 - 12. Take out is available. Proceeds are for the Ladies Auxiliary.

February 29

There's a support group at Second Story Women's Centre in Lunenburg (22 King Street) that deals with issues all young girls face. Striking Balance is for girls ages 13 to 15 and the next meeting is on Wednesday from 6:30 - 8pm. For more information call 640-3044.

March 1

Join the Christian Women's Club at the Days Inn, Bridgewater on Thursday at 9:30am for their March Brunch! Call 527-0192 to reserve your seat.

March 1

Learn how to nurture you children's spirituality at the Spiritual Parenting Workshop on Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm at 5183 Highway 10, New Germany. (Beside Epworth United Church) Child care is available. Admission is $5 per family or pay what you can. To register, call 644-2028.

March 2

There's a soup kitchen at the New Horizon’s Senior Hall, New Germany on Friday from 11:30am - 1:15pm. The price is $4.

March 2

Friday Night Fever at the Liverpool Legion is from 9pm - 12:30am with music from Gary Young & New Edition this week. There will be a 50/50 draw and a door prize. Admission is $7. Members and guests are welcome to attend.

March 3

There's a breakfast at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall on Saturday from 7 - 11am. The price is $6 for adults and $3 for children 5 - 12.

March 3

There's a country breakfast at the Chester Basin Fire Hall on Saturday from 7:30 - 10am. On the menu: bacon, sausage, baked beans, scrambled eggs, toast and a beverage. Get various menu options for $6. Take out is available.

March 3

There's a breakfast at the Royal Canadian Legion in Caledonia on Saturday from 8 - 11am. On the menu: pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs, toast and beverages. The price is $7 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Take out is available.

March 3

Go to Fun Day at the South Shore Waldorf School on Saturday from 9:30am - 2:45pm for classes in disco, hip hop, Bollywood and dance fitness! Sessions are for ages 3 1/2 to adults! Admission per class is $12 for adults, $10 for children or $20 for 2 classes. For more information, registration or the class schedule, call 624-0874.

March 4

There's a country music benefit show at the Pinehurst Community Hall on Sunday at 1:30pm featuring Brandon Foster, Riverside Ramblers, Joyce Seamone and Ken Best & Silverado. Hank FM's Jonathan Crouse will be the MC. Admission is $6.

March 4

There's merchandise bingo at the Ground Search Hall, Liverpool on Sunday at 7pm. Participants must be 12 or older to attend.

March 5

The annual meeting of the Queens County Food Bank will be at Saint Gregory's Church Hall, Liverpool on Monday at 7pm. (Storm date is Monday, March 12) Everyone is welcome to attend.

March 6

There's a senior's fun day at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall on Tuesday from 2 - 4pm featuring an afternoon of games and socializing. Admission is FREE.

March 6

The next meeting of the Chapel Hill Historical Society is on Tuesday at 7pm at the Shag Harbour Community Hall. The group meets the first Tuesday of every month. For more information call 637-1218.

March 7

The Nova Scotia Chamber of Commerce presents Breakfast with Darrell Dexter at the

World Trade and Convention Centre on Wednesday, March 7. Registration and networking begin at 7am and the breakfast is from 7:30 - 8:45am. Tickets are $35 plus tax. To register, click on the following link: https://service.halifaxchamber.com/extranet/event.jsp?EventID=950

March 7

There's a community soup luncheon during Lent at Stephen’s Parish Centre, Chester on Wednesday from 12 - 1pm. On the menu: homemade soup, breads and sweets. Enjoy a great meal as you learn what's happening in your community. There will also be a guest speaker from St. John Ambulance. Admission is $5. For more information call 275-2808.

March 9

There's a soup kitchen at the New Horizon's Senior Hall, New Germany on Friday from 11:30am - 1:15pm. The price is $4.

March 10

There's a breakfast at the Parkdale Maplewood Hall on Saturday from 7 - 10:30am. On the menu: bacon, eggs, sausages, pancakes, toast, tea, coffee and juice. The price is $6 for adults, $3 for youth and kids under 5 get in FREE. There's also a penny auction starting at 7am and drawing at 11am. Proceeds are for the community hall.

March 10

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church members will be holding a full-menu breakfast at the United Church Hall, Lunenburg on Saturday from 7:30am - 11:30am. Please note this is a new location. On the menu: bacon, eggs, beans, hash browns, sausage, toast, juice, coffee and tea. Admission is $7 for adults, $3.50 for children 5 - 12 and kids under 5 eat for FREE.

March 10

Sing for a cause and dance for a cure at the Chester Legion on Saturday at 7pm! Go out and be entertained by local dancers and singers who are joining together to help raise money for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation Run for the Cure! A portion of the donations will be given to the Chester PRO Kids as well. There will also be a bake sale, auctions and more! Admission is $5.

March 11

March 12

The Lordly Lecture Series continues in St. Stephen’s Parish Centre, Chester on Monday at 7:30pm. The topic of discussion will be the restoration of Lordly House and Maple Cottage. Admission is $5.

March 13

Kids ages 9 - 11 will love the Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt at DesBrisay Museum on Tuesday from 2 - 4pm. Admission is $10 and it includes a light snack. Registration is limited and payment is required to ensure a spot. Call 543-4033 to sign up.

March 13

March 14

There's a community soup luncheon during Lent at Stephen’s Parish Centre, Chester on Wednesday from 12 - 1pm. On the menu: homemade soup, breads and sweets. Enjoy a great meal as you learn what's happening in your community and hear from a guest speaker from Seniors Collegiate Association of Nova Scotia. Admission is $5. For more information call 275-2808.

March 14

March 15

DesBrisay Museum is holding a felting workshop on Thursday from 10am - 12pm. This program is designed for children 5 - 8 and their parents. Participants will make a felt board with people, animals and flowers to stick all over it! Admission is $10 and it covers all materials. Registration is limited and payment is required to ensure a spot. Call 543-4033 to sign up.

March 15

Youth ages 9 - 12 will make a tied felt pillow at DesBrisay Museum on Thursday at 2pm. Admission is $10 and it covers all materials. Registration is limited and payment is required to ensure a spot. Call 543-4033 to sign up.

March 16

There's a soup kitchen at the New Horizon's Senior Hall, New Germany on Friday from 11:30am - 1:15pm. The price is $4.

March 17

There’s a music jam at St. Luke's Church Hall in Rhodes Corner on Saturday from 2 - 5pm. Everyone is welcome to sit back and listen, sing or bring an instrument to play along! The canteen will be open. Admission is $2 for musicians and audience. For more information call 543-5871.

March 17

There's a St. Patrick's Day dance at the Lunenburg Community Centre on Saturday from 9pm - 1am featuring Dave Burbine & Traditional Country. Tickets are $10. Funds raised will go to the Newfie Days Festival. For tickets call 640-2443.

March 18

There's a dance for seniors featuring Newfoundland and country music at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall on Sunday. Doors open at 1:15pm and the dance is from 2 - 4:15pm. Admission is $3.

March 21

There's a community soup luncheon during Lent at Stephen’s Parish Centre, Chester on Wednesday from 12 - 1pm. On the menu: homemade soup, breads and sweets. Enjoy a great meal as you learn what's happening in your community. Admission is $5. For more information call 275-2808.

March 23

There's a soup kitchen at the New Horizon’s Senior Hall, New Germany on Friday from 11:30am - 1:15pm. The price is $4.

March 25

March 26

March 27

March 28

There's a community soup luncheon during Lent at Stephen’s Parish Centre, Chester on Wednesday from 12 - 1pm. On the menu: homemade soup, breads and sweets. Enjoy a great meal as you learn what's happening in your community and hear from guest speaker, Gillian Bond of the Sea Cadets. Admission is $5. For more information call 275-2808.

March 28

March 30

There's a soup kitchen at the New Horizon’s Senior Hall, New Germany on Friday from 11:30am - 1:15pm. The price is $4.

March 31

See That Penis Thing 2 - The Second Coming at the Chester Legion on Saturday. Doors open 6pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15. There will be a cash bar. Members and guests over 19 years old are welcome. For more information call the Legion 275-3315.

April 3

The next meeting of the Chapel Hill Historical Society is on Tuesday at 7pm at the Shag Harbour Community Hall. The group meets the first Tuesday of every month. For more information call 637-1218.

April 22

May 1

The next meeting of the Chapel Hill Historical Society is on Tuesday at 7pm at the Shag Harbour Community Hall. The group meets the first Tuesday of every month. For more information call 637-1218.

May 13

May 20

May 27

June 5

The next meeting of the Chapel Hill Historical Society is on Tuesday at 7pm at the Shag Harbour Community Hall. The group meets the first Tuesday of every month. For more information call 637-1218.

June 17

Every Sunday

It's darts night at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall every Sunday from 7 - 10pm. Admission is $3. Bring your darts! Proceeds are for the hall. For more information call 543-7983.

Every Tuesday

Whether you are an experienced knitter or a beginner, bring your yarn and needles and join Mona for the Knitting Club from 2 - 4pm on Tuesdays at the McKay Memorial Library. The club offers knitters an opportunity to exchange knitting tips and ideas.

Every Tuesday

There's bingo every Tuesday at the Lockeport Recreation Centre. (26 North Street) Doors open at 6pm and play is from 6:30 - 9:30pm. Proceeds go to Lockeport Recreation Projects.

Every Tuesday (Until May 1, 2012)

Do you like to play darts? If so, the Western Shore Dart League needs players! Head over to the Western Shore Legion Branch every Tuesday at 7pm for darts. Admission is $5. Money will be used for a 50/50 draw and a banquet at the end of the season in May.

Every Tuesday

Enjoy an evening of acoustic music at the Maitland Community Hall every Tuesday from 7 - 10pm. Admission is $2.

Every Wednesday (Until June 2012)

Toddle N Tumble is a program for babies to 6 year olds at the Lillian Benham Library every Wednesday from 10:30am - 12pm. Kids will play games, hear fun stories, play with toys and have a snack. This program is a partnership between the King Street Family Resource Centre at the Lillian Benham Library.

Every Wednesday

Play the card game, Whist, at the Mahone Bay Legion every Wednesday at 7pm. Admission is $5.

Every Thursday

Stay young and keep fit with the Lillian Benham Library in Lockeport! Participants 55 and over are invited to use the Wii and participate in no impact sports at the Lillian Benham Library every Thursday from 1:30 to 2:30pm. There is no experience and no registration necessary.

Every Thursday

Join the Meditation class upstairs at the YMCA on High Street, Bridgewater from 6:30 - 7:30pm. It is free of charge, and all are welcome. For more information call 677-2206.

Every Thursday

There's an acoustic music jam at the Italy Cross, Middlewood and District Fire Hall every Thursday from 7 - 10pm. Admission is $2. Go out to listen, play or sing! Proceeds are for the hall.

Every Thursday

There’s a jam session at the Blockhouse Fire Hall every Thursday from 7 to 10pm. Free tea and coffee is available. Canteen snacks are available. There’s a 50/50 draw. Admission is $2.

Every Friday

Babies, toddlers and their caregivers can go to the Clark’s Harbour Branch Library for a social break every Friday from 1 - 1:30pm during the school year. There is no pre-registration for this program.

Every Friday

There's a jam session and kitchen party every Friday at the Upper Cornwall Community Hall starting at 7pm. Admission is $2. Proceeds are for the hall. If you have any instruments bring them!

Every Saturday

There is weekly Saturday night bingo at the East Chester Recreation Association at 7:25pm. Everyone is welcome.

February 21 - March 3

The McKay Memorial Library in Shelburne is having a winter book sale starting February 21 and continuing until March 3! Material for the book sale table will be refreshed regularly throughout the month.

February 22 - 24

Looking to do some early spring cleaning? If you'd like to donate some of your extra stuff for a good cause, drop it off at the Bridgewater Baptist Church on King Street! Clothing and other yard sale items will be accepted at the Church on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9am - 12pm.

June 1 - August 31

There's a FREE clothing depot at Aenon Baptist Church, Chester Basin starting on June 1st! It's open on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 and Saturday 9:30am until 12:30pm. There are clothes for all sizes and ages and they are all FREE!

Now until February 23

The Autobiography and Memoir Writing Workshop is back at the Lillian Benham Library in Lockeport every Thursday at 7pm until February 23. This program is a continuation of last fall’s writing sessions. There is no registration for this program.

Now until February 29

Win 25 pounds of lobster in the South Shore Big Brothers Big Sisters Lobster Draw! Tickets are $2 each or $5 for three. There will be 4 draws in total which will be held on February 29. Tickets can be purchased at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Shore office on 93 Dufferin Street Bridgewater. For more information call 543-4435. 100 pounds of lobster was generously donated by Jamie Selig.

Now until March 1

The Queens County Girls Choir has been selected to perform and compete at the 2012 Disney Sings event being held in Florida in March. This will be an amazing experience and a prestigious honour for the young performers but they need our help to make this opportunity a reality. The estimated cost is around $60,000 and the Queens County Girls Choir is looking for financial assistance from local businesses, community groups, family and friends. For more information and / or make a donation call 354-3296.

Now until March 12

Spend March Break at DesBrisay Museum! There are a series of workshops from March 12 - 16. Call 543-4033 for details, or visit www.desbrisaymuseum.ca.

Knit a Slouchy Hat (March 12, 14, 16)

Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt (March 13)

Felting for Kids and Parents (March 15)

Tied Felt Pillow for Tweens (March 15)

Now until March 18

Go to the DesBrisay Museum to see a display that captures Bridgewater's beauty through artwork! Some of the paintings from the collection include Steven Edgar March’s View of Phoenix Street in oil, Graham Baker’s Bridgewater’s infamous train station and renowned artist John James Cook’s Steam locomotive on railway wharf. An Artist’s View opens January 20 and runs until March 18, 2012. For more information visit www.desbrisaymuseum.ca or call 543-4033.

Now until March 22

The Terry Clooney Gentlemen's Hockey Tournament at the Chester Rink starts on Thursday, March 22 and wraps up Sunday, March 25. Admission is $625 per team. For more information or to register call 531-2207.

Now until April 5

The RCMP are offering Seniors' Police Academy to all seniors age 55 and older at the East Chester Recreation Hall. This FREE 7 week course starts on Thursday, April 5 and goes from 1 - 3:30pm. Topics covered will include identity theft, wills and power of attorney, self defense, emergency health services and more! Seating is limited. Call 624-0318 to register.

Now until June 15

Relay For Life at Chester Area Middle School starts on Friday at 7pm and wraps up on Saturday at 7am. For more information about the Relay or how to get involved call Sheila at 275-5720. If you are a survivor and would like to attend the Survivor's Reception call Gerri at 275-3817.

Until Further Notice

There's a new church in Bridgewater! Located at 78 Alexandria Avenue at the Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Jesus the Good Shepherd Church looks forward to serving the residents of Bridgewater and working with the other churches in the area.

Until further notice

South Shore Big Brothers Big Sisters Association is looking for dedicated forward thinking Board members. Are you ready to make a change in your community? If you are committed, passionate, and an energetic strategic thinker then South Shore Big Brothers Big Sisters needs you! Call and find out more at 543-4435 or e-mail southshorebbbs@ns.sympatico.ca

Until further notice

St. John Ambulance offer First Aid Training regularly in the Liverpool, Bridgewater and Yarmouth area. Pre-registration is required. A minimum of 8 students are required per course. For further information contact the registration department at 463-5646 Ext 2201 or call toll free: 1-800-565-5056 Ext 2201.

Until further notice

There's an opening for cornet players with the Chester Brass Band. Musicians with an interest in playing exciting and challenging music who are at a high-school level or better can contact George Morrison at 835-7653. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings and the repertoire includes arrangements of classical, modern and popular works, original music for brass band, along with marches and hymns. The band performs in concert halls, theatres, schools, churches, parks and other community venues, frequently with guest choirs, and vocal and instrumental soloists of distinction.

Until further notice

The Readers Anonymous Book Club meets in the program room at the Barrington Municipal Library at 3pm on the second Thursday of every month. New members are welcome.

Until further notice

Participate in the Brown Bag, Books and Banter Club at the McKay Memorial Library in Shelburne! The club meets the second Tuesday of the month and always welcomes new members. Please call 875-3615 for more information.

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