April 2022
Creative Seniors Art Classes
Chester Art Centre is hosting Creative Seniors events from April 25th to June 17th at various local venues. Come join us for some art filled fun. Registration is free. For more information and to register for the date and location that best suits your needs, visit us at www.chesterartcentre.ca.
Find out more »May 2022
Locally Yours – 2022
South Shore Players is pleased to present Locally Yours - 2022 from May 27-29 at the Central United Church Hall in Lunenburg. Enjoy six short plays written by Nova Scotia playwrights. Ticket information is available on our website at SouthShorePlayers.ca.
Find out more »Clothes Out Your Closet
Clothes Out Your Closet is a fundraising event with all proceeds being donated to the South Shore Hospice Palliative Care Society. Drop by the Chester Curling Club on Friday, May 27th from 4-8pm, or on Saturday May 28th from 10-4pm to participate in this fun and sustainable event. You are encouraged to wear a mask and bring your own bags to take home your treasures. Venue: Chester Curling Club, 190 Pig Loop Road, Chester, NS
Find out more »11th CoveFM Kitchen Party Fundraiser
Come out and celebrate our community with CoveFM on Friday, May 27th, at the Shore Club. This is CoveFM's biggest fundraiser of the year and is a dance party that you don't want to miss! There will be LIVE local music, hot & cold appetizers, a 50/50 draw, a silent auction, and CoveFM merch available! The musical line up is: Air Traffic Control, FOG, Caribou Run & Dirtmouth. Door open at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at…
Find out more »Our Health Centre 9th Annual Yard Sale
On Saturday, May 28th, the 9th Annual Community Yard Sale at Chester Area Middle School from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, rain or shine. Please drop off gently used items at CAMS on May 27 between 4:00 & 8:00 pm. **no clothing or stuffed animals** For more info call Leo Blain 902-277-0055. Subject to COVID guidelines.
Find out more »Malcolm Callaway Painting Lottery
Malcolm Callaway is hosting a lottery for one of his paintings in support of Ukraine. Every $25 donated is one entry in the lottery to win the painting. The painting will be on display at the Saltbox in Mahone Bay from May 30th to June 30th and then in Chester at the Amicus Gallery for the month of July. Entrants can send money to Malcolm.callaway@gmail.com, security answer: Ukraine.
Find out more »In Conversation with journalist Nancy Regan
Join the Chester Playhouse in conversation with Nancy Regan on Tuesday, May 31st at 7:00 pm, in Tuck Hall at St. Stephen’s Church. Nancy Regan is a Canadian actress, journalist, news anchor, and television personality. Since retiring from broadcasting In 2016, she launched “The Soul Booth” a podcast series, and is releasing her memoir "From Showing Off to Showing Up: An Impostor's Journey from Perfect to Present" this May. Tickets are $15 per person, reserved seating only. You can purchase…
Find out more »June 2022
Take Out Bake Sale
The LaHave and District Fire Department Auxiliary will be having a Take Out Bake Sale. All pre-orders must be received by May 28th. Pickup is on June 3rd between 4pm and 6pm at 50 School House Road in LaHave. Call Pina at 693-2018 or Ginny at 688-2713 to place your orders. All proceeds go to the LaHave and District Fire Dept. Auxiliary. The baked goods choices are: Lemon Meringue Pie, Coconut Cream Pie, All Butter Brownies, Chocolate Chip Cookies
Find out more »10th Annual Chester Cut N Run
After a two-year interruption, the Cut N Run is back for our 10th Anniversary Run/Walk at the Chester Area Middle School starting 9:00 am. Registration is now open. Tickets for adults are $25 pre-register; $30 after May 11. Those 18 and under: $10 (under 8 must run with an adult). Pre-register and pay by May 11 to receive an event t-shirt. Register in-person, online, by phone, or email.
Find out more »Karen Myatt
On June 11th, join vocalist Karen Myatt and her 6-piece band for a jazzy and sensual performance celebrating the feminine spirit at the Chester Legion. For more information and to purchase tickets go to chesterplayhouse.ca
Find out more »Ride for Cancer Spin-a-thon
Team Cure Cyclers, a Ride for Cancer team, is hosting a spin-a-thon event on June 11th at Cavicchi’s Meats in Tantallon. This event raises funds for the Ride for Cancer QEII Foundation. There will be various activities throughout the day and live music in the evening. For more information, visit the Cure Cyclers – Ride for Cancer Facebook page. We will also be selling squares for a chance to win a cash prize and multiple draw prizes. In the evening…
Find out more »The Shifters ft John Cole Porter
Come out and help The Shifters " rock the hall" on June 17th with special guest John Cole Porter at the Black Point and Area Community Centre . Cash bar. The event is 19+. Doors open at 7pm and is pay what you can!
Find out more »Owen “O’Sound” Lee
On June 18th, Chester Playhouse invites you to join us at the Chester Legion for a soulful evening of R&B, soul and gospel with one of the East Coast’s hottest emerging performers, Owen “O’Sound” Lee! This will be a wonderful way to spend some time with Dad on Father’s Day weekend. For more information and to purchase tickets go to chesterplayhouse.ca
Find out more »Father’s Day Fish and Chips Dinner
The Chester Basin Volunteer Fire Department is having a Father’s Day Fish & Chips Dinner on June 19th. The cost is $12 for a 2 piece fish and chips. $1 for pop. Pre-order by June 11th by calling Leslie at 277-0281 or Darlene at 275-4750. Orders will be available to pick up between 12pm and 6pm. Pay with cash at pick up or pre-pay with EMT. Drive through take out only at 5430 Hwy 3 in Chester Basin.
Find out more »Shambhala Centre Talks
St. Margaret’s Bay Shambhala Centre in Upper Tantallon presents a 5-week series of pre-recorded talks. There are various time slots to choose from. The program is free and pre-registration is required. For more information visit bay.shambhala.org or email smbsc@chebucto.ns.ca Presented ON-SITE at the SMB Shambhala Centre (on Peggy’s Cove Road near the Crossroads) on 5 Friday mornings beginning June 24 – July 29 (none on July 1) and ON-SITE at the Shambhala Centre on 5 Wednesday evenings beginning June 20…
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