NOTICE

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, fax 825-6707, email editor@annapolisspectator.ca, or drop them off at 87 Commercial Street, Middleton. Deadline is Thursday at 4 p.m. Events are also listed at www.novanewsnow.com

 

After School LEGO

Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., Bridgetown and Area Library. What better way to spend after school than building LEGO at the library! Build with ours. Do not bring your own LEGO.

 

Craft Table Bookings

Book your table ($5) for the craft fair at Cornwallis Museum on October 20 by contacting Lynn at 638-8009 or nordland@eastlink.ca.    

 

Family Board Game Night

Tuesdays, starting October 23rd, 6:30 p.m.  Bridgetown and Area Library. Enjoy some old-fashioned family fun at the Bridgetown Library. Bring your own board games or try some of ours. Ages 10+

 

Macdonald Museum

Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum is open Mon-Fri, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., until Dec. 14th. Permanent exhibits include the Nova Scotia Museum’s antique clock and watch collection, a Rusty Nail exhibit, a recreated classroom and general store,  a small natural history exhibit and a genealogy library (1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays). Temporary exhibits now showing are “Horsing Around”, featuring all things equestrian and a smaller exhibit “Rhythm Reels” on square dancing. Admission charged.  Phone 825-6116 for more information.

 

Florida Orange and Grapefruit Sale

Benefits the Middleton Skating Club. Pre-order your delicious fruit by November 2 by calling Tave McLennan 825 3937 or by email  msccitrussale@hotmail.com.  Cost:  Full case is $38; half case is $24; quarter case is $14.

 

Taoist Tai Chi

New beginner classes in Middleton. Phone: 825-6151 or 765-4667

 

Toastmasters

Tuesdays Toastmasters meets Tuesdays from 6:15 to 8 p.m. at Air Commodore Birchall Training Centre, Bldg 221, Greenwood. Everyone welcome. For information contact: edwardwedler@gmail.com or Edie Murray 665-2397.

 

Authors Ink

Authors Ink creative writing group meets Wednesdays, 10 a.m. until noon (October 24), Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum. All are welcome. Cost is $3 admission. Phone 825-6116 for information.

 

C@P site

Bridgetown C@P Site at 26 Bay Rd., Bridgetown, provides access to computers, the internet and printing. Hours are Mondays to Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Registration

Registration information for this year’s Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders, and Rangers is available at www.girlguides.ca, or phone Beth at 242-2486 or Diane at 765-4191. (Meetings are held at Emmanuel Church, Middleton.)

 

Tutorial

Book an appointment for a one-hour one-on-one session for help using computers, programs and other electronics (phones, tablets, etc.) or advice on purchase of. Only three time slots are available on Fridays, so pre-register with the Library at 665-2758 or email btown.cap@gmail.com

 

Wellness Programs

Until November 6 (Tuesdays), at Lower Granville Comm. Hall, Port Royal from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Your Way to Wellness (YW2W) is a self-management program for people with a chronic health condition. YW2W is designed to help participants manage symptoms and gain confidence to cope. This free program consists of 2.5 hour sessions over 6 weeks. Registration is required, contact Pat Lithgow-Rose at 538-1315; plithgow@avdha.nshealth.ca; www.yourway2wellness.gov.ns.ca. Co-sponsored by N. S. Health Wellness and Annapolis Valley Health.

 

Horsing Around Exhibit

Until October 31 “Horsing Around” exhibit at Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum, 21 School Street, Middleton. Exhibit features equestrian art as well as information, photos, and artifacts on horses in the Valley. Phone 825-6116 for more information. Exhibit continues until October 31. Admission charged.

 

Childbirth Depression

Until December 17 The No. 1 complication of childbirth is depression.  Family Matters is partnering with Annapolis Valley Health to offer a 10-week facilitated session for women who are experiencing or are at risk of post partum depression.  Sessions are held at Family Matters every Monday morning from October 1 to December 17. To register contact Angela Fredericks at 825-4825.

 

Wellness Programs

October 16 to November 20 (Tuesdays) at Kingston Village Office, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Your Way to Wellness (YW2W) is a self-management program for people with a chronic health condition. YW2W is designed to help participants manage symptoms and gain confidence to cope. This free program consists of 2.5 hour sessions over 6 weeks. Registration is required, contact Pat Lithgow-Rose at 538-1315; plithgow@avdha.nshealth.ca; www.yourway2wellness.gov.ns.ca. Co-sponsored by N. S. Health Wellness and Annapolis Valley Health.

 

Benefit Variety show

October 19 At 7 pm. West Dalhousie Community Hall. Featuring Brent and Madelyn Bauchman, Katrina Gillis and more. Free will at the door with proceeds going to Myrna Hannam to assist with expenses after the passing of her husband. Canteen and 50/50.

 

Ghost Town

October 19 to 31 Annapolis Royal will become a Ghost Town with series of events and a ghostly atmosphere to create a magical time. Be sure to visit… if you dare. www.ExploreGhostTown.com

 

Bent Family Benefit

October 19 On Friday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. at the Port Lorne Fire Hall there will be a benefit in support of the family of Steven Bent who was tragically killed in an automobile accident near Bridgetown on September 13.  Bake table, donations, and auction items most welcome. Kindly contact Raymond Weir at 665-2208.

 

Men’s Group

October 20 Bridgetown and Area Christian Men’s Group’s supper meeting is at Bridgetown Baptist Church, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Guest Speaker is Rev. Elias Mutale, Regional Minister, African United Baptist Association. Free will offering to cover meal costs. Men of all ages including youth welcome. Info: Pastor Cumby at 665-4648; Pastor Skafte at 665-4773.

 

Winter Market

October 20 Farmer’s Market from 9 a.m. until noon at Historic Gardens, Annapolis Royal. Your source for local food products and more. Call 532-7018.

 

Tea Sale

October 20 Cornwallis Museum’s annual Tea and Sale, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crafts, baked goods, silent auction, door prizes and 50/50 draw. The Tea is $6 and includes coffee, tea, sandwiches and sweets, and a free tour of the museum. Book your table ($5) by contacting Lynn at 638-8009 or nordland@eastlink.ca.

 

Car Wash

October 20 Car wash and barbecue starting at 9 a.m. (weather permitting) at Needs in Middleton. Proceeds to aid boxer Cyrus Taylor’s trip to Youth World Championships in Armenia.

 

Open Workout

October 21 Watch Cyrus Taylor workout session at the Pegasus Amateur Boxing Club in Middleton (Fitness Experience) for a free will offering. Proceeds to aid boxer Cyrus Taylor’s trip to Youth World Championships in Armenia.

 

Club Meeting

October 21 Eden Golf and Country Club’s fall shareholders meeting starts at 2 p.m. in the clubhouse. All shareholders are encouraged to attend.

 

Evergreen Theatre

October 21 ‘New Song Trio’ performance and CD release at 7:30 p.m. Free will offering.

 

CAPS Open House

October 21 Companion Animal Protection Society of Annapolis County is hosting its annual Paws ‘n’ Pumpkins Open House, 2 until 4 p.m. Come  “trick or treat” with our volunteers and foster animals in care at 1468 Ben Phinney Rd., Margaretsville. Help fill the animals’ Hallowe’en goodie bags with donations of food, treats and toys, litter, bleach, etc. Refreshments served and incentives offered for potential adopters. Visit our website at www.caps-annapolis.org for details.

 

Gospel Music

October 21 Gospel Music Service at the Clementsvale United Baptist Church on Sunday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. The music and singing will be provided by a group of men from our congregation and several men from other congregations. Everyone welcome.

 

An afternoon of music

October 21 at 2:30 p.m. featuring “Judy Paul Robar” at Springfield United Baptist Church. A social time will follow.

 

Annapolis Valley Historical Society meeting

October 23 At 7:30 p.m., at Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum. Guest speaker is Dr. Maurice Tugwell who will speak on his experience on board the SS Concordia. No admission charged. All welcome. Phone 825-6116 for more information.

 

Computer Instruction

Beginning October 23 The Bridgetown CAP Site (26 Bay Road, Bridgetown) will be running a month-long series of instructional classes pertaining to an introduction to computers and the internet. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12 noon for four weeks. Students learn basic computer skills, email, Skype, Facebook etc.  Cost is $50 per person. Space is limited so reserve your spot sooner than later. To do so, call (902) 312-1117 or email btown.cap@gmail.com

 

Family Board Game Night

October 23, at 6:30 p.m. Bridgetown and Area Library. Enjoy some old-fashioned family fun Tuesday nights at the Bridgetown Library. Bring your own board games or try some of ours.  Ages 10+

 

eBook Audiobook Workshop

October 24 at 6:30 pm at the Annapolis Royal Library. See what your library has to offer, ask questions, try out some ereaders and see what’s coming next. Call the library for more information at 532-2226.

 

CAPS Meeting

October 24 Monthly meeting of the board of directors of Companion Animal Protection Society of Annapolis County starts at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building, Lawrencetown. All CAPS’ members and friends are invited.

 

Curling Registration

October 24 Registration for new/returning members of the Bridgetown Curling Club is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 24 at the club. For details check the web site www.bridgetowncurlingclub.com or call Beth at 665-4312.

 

Turkey Supper

October 25 Come to the Three Rivers Community Center, 41 Messenger Rd., Torbook, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. for supper. Adults $10; children under 12, $5. Contacts: Audrey, 765-3442; Cynthia, 765-8724.

 

Bake Sale

October 26 All Saint’s Anglican Church Building Committee will be holding a bake sale on Friday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Greenwood Mall. All funds raised will go towards the paving of the church parking lot.

 

Coffee And Crafts

October 27 Autumn Coffee Party and Craft Sale hosted by the Torbrook Mines United Church Workers on October 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Admission $5. At Three Rivers Community Centre, Messenger Road. Delicious buffet brunch; quality hand-made crafts, gourmet jams and jellies; hand-crafted jewellery.

 

Community Breakfast

October 27 The Kingston Baptist Church, Main St, Kingston, will be holding a Community Breakfast on October 27 from 8 to 10 a.m. For a free-will offering, come and enjoy a hot, delicious breakfast. All proceeds raised from this breakfast will be donated to the Kingston District Elementary School’s ‘Mornin’ Munch’ program, which provides their children a nutritious breakfast to start their day.  Everyone is welcome.

 

Phantom of the Pipes II

October 27 Annapolis Valley Centre RCCO and Kingston United Church present a concert of popular and light classical music selections featuring organists, pianists, vocalists and an accordion player, Kingston United Church, 733 Main Street, Kingston, 7:30 p.m. A free-will offering will be taken for the Organ Scholarship Fund. Following the concert, refreshments will be served. For more information, contact David Skidmore (825-1588).

 

Museum Annual Dinner

October 27 The Mount Hanley Schoolhouse Museum Society’s annual dinner is at Port George Rec. Centre at 5:30 p.m. followed by guest speaker Paul Illsley, Cartographer at COGS, speaks on Sable Island. Enjoy a turkey dinner with all the fixings and homemade dessert for $15. Tickets available from Ron Barrett, 825-6988.

 

Breakfast Curling

October 27 Breakfast from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Curling Club, King St., Middleton, for a free will offering. Come out to Open Day with ice time for all who want to try curling or who are returning. Experienced curlers on hand to instruct. 

 

Cribbage Tournament

October 27 At Middleton Legion Branch #1, registration at 12 noon, play starts at 1 p.m. All entrance monies returned in prizes. Canteen available. Members and guests welcome. Must be 19 years of age. Info: 825-4751

 

Ticket Auction

October 27 At the Masonic Lodge, Ionic #73 on King St., Middleton, doors open at 12 noon, draws at 6 p.m..Proceeds for hall repairs. Also 50/50 draw, money tree and bake sale.

 

Rummage Sale

October 27 Rosemary Chapter IODE Rummage Sale is from 1 to 3 p.m. at NSCC, Middleton.

 

Concert

October 27 Bridgetown Baptist Church presents ‘OneBlood’ – Men of the Ernst Family in concert in the Church at 313 Granville St. as part of our 211th Anniversary. Free will offering towards the group’s ministry. Info: Pastor Cumby, 665-4648.   

 

Winter Market

October 27 Farmer’s Market from 9 a.m. until  noon at Historic Gardens, Annapolis Royal. Your source for local food products and more. Call 532-7018.

 

Benefit Dance

October 27 Benefit Halloween Dance for the family of the late Stephen Bent at Port Lorne fire hall, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. $5 per person or $4 in costume. Donations will be welcome.

 

Museum Benefit

October 28 Macdonald Museum presents Frank Dobbin and Friends in concert, 2:00 to 4:00 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., at 21 School St., Middleton. Featuring Mike Johnson, Tom Lee, Melinda den Haan Elizabeth Mason-Squires. $10 at the door. Light refreshments served.

 

Concert

October 28 Concert duo, On Eagles Wings” at 7 p.m. in the Pentecostal Full Gospel Tabernacle, Lequille. Refreshments to follow. Non designated offering towards gospel for Asia. Info: Tav at 532-1967.

 

Service

October 28 At 10:45 a.m. in the New Beginnings Center, Greenwood. Rev. John Roddam, the former Pastor of St Luke’s in Seattle, will be bringing the teaching, also special music by Holly Roddam.

 

Funds for Fuel

October 29 At 1 p.m. at Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum bridge party. Cost is $4 per person. Light lunch served. All welcome. Come out for a fun afternoon and support the community museum. Call 825-6116 for details.

 

Scrabble

October 30 Scrabble enthusiasts are invited to drop into the Bridgetown and Area Library for a lively game of Scrabble the last Tuesday of each month.  Next gathering: Tuesday, Oct. 30 from 2 to 4 p.m.  38 Queen St., Bridgetown.

 

Soup Luncheon

October 30 Middleton and Area Fireflies will be holding a Soup Luncheon at the Middleton Fire Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a choice of lobster chowder ($8), corn chowder ($7), or split pea and ham soup ($7), as well as “almost Black Forest” cake or pineapple upside-down cake, tea and coffee.  For local deliveries, call 825-3062 by October 29.

 

 

Granville Meeting

November 1 The Fall general meeting of the Granville Ferry Community Association will be held at the Granville Ferry Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1.

 

Arts Fundraiser

November 2 Ramp It Up! A fundraiser for a new accessibilty ramp at the Arts Council Building, (at the lights) in Annapolis Royal. Mark Friday, Nov. 2 on your calendar. Join local musicians Caleb Miles, The Blue Grass Jammers, and the JB Trio. Freewill offering fetches you dessert, coffee and wonderful tunes. Music starts at 7 p.m.

 

WWII Concert

November 2 3 Tickets are now being sold for the third annual WWII concert  with songs, snacks, desserts, at the Kingston United Church. In past years this was sold out, therefore, two nights are being offered. So don’t miss out on this event. November 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. Admission $ 10 each. Tickets may be purchased from any choir member or the church office 765-3621.

 

Ticket Auction

November 3 Middleton and Area Fireflies invite you to attend a ticket auction on Saturday, Nov. 3 at the Middleton Fire Hall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This will feature many gift certificates and new, or like-new, items donated by local businesses and individuals. Help us raise money for the fire department and the new fire /community hall. A canteen will be available at 11 a.m. and draws will begin shortly after 2 p.m.

 

eBook Audiobook Workshop

November 13 at 2:00 pm Rosa M. Harvey Middleton Area Library. See what your library has to offer, ask questions, try out ereaders and see what’s coming next. Call the library for more information at 825-4835.

 

ATV Club AGM

November 13 The Mid Valley ATV Club annual general meeting is on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Wilmot Community Centre, Highway #1.