October 2017
McConnell Library
October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm A Celebration of NS Architecture McConnell Library (50 Falmouth Street, Sydney) Wednesday, October 4 at 7 PM Members of Nova Scotia’s Association of Architects will offer a presentation that celebrates architects and their profession. Discussion will include, architecture as a growing high tech profession; the role of the architect as a contributor to the community and economy; the extensive training that the architectural profession demands; and a selection of design and building…
Find out more »Crossroads Annual FLASHMOB
You're invited to Crossroad Annual FLASHMOB in Support of Mental Illness Awareness Week. Thursday, October 5th at 12:00 PM at the Joan Harris Cruise Pavillion. Mental illness indirectly affects all Canadians at some time through a family member, friend or colleague. Stigma and discrimination presents a serious barrier not only to diagnosis and treatment but also to acceptance in the community. So come dance right out of that comfort zone and help end the stigma! For more information, contact crossroads…
Find out more »Information Display
If you or someone you know has an ostomy or may be getting one, there will be an Ostomy Information Display at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital main floor on Friday, Oct. 6th, 2017 from 10am to 1pm. Everyone welcome to drop by, ask questions and learn about an ostomy. This is being presented by the Cape Breton Ostomy Society. For more information, contact Stasia Digou at 902-562-1367
Find out more »Eskasoni Boxing Club
Eskasoni Red Tribe Boxers VS Jamaican Boxers Friday October 6th at the Dan K Arena in Eskasoni. General Admission $20.00 Students $15.00. Promoted By: Barry Bernard
Find out more »Oktoberfest Fundraiser Event
Marion Bridge 4th Oktoberfest on OCT 7th, 3 - 10 PM. Live Polka Music with Adam Young. Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, Pretzels and more...Big Spruce on tap - PROST! Admission Fee $5 – 19+Event. Mira Centre, 4037 Gabarus Hwy. This is a fundraiser for the Mira Centre in Marion Bridge
Find out more »Louisbourg Library
A Visit From Author Lesley Crewe Louisbourg Library (10 Upper Warren St., Louisbourg) Tuesday, Nov. 7th 6:30 PM As part of the Libraries 150 Books of Influence initiative, join author Lesley Crewe as she reads from some of her popular books and talks about the trials and tribulations as a nationally-renowned author and freelance writer! Books available for purchase and signing! Tea and light refreshments will be served. Free event. Call the Louisbourg Library for more info. 902-733-3608 About the…
Find out more »IODE Presents Autumn Treasures
The Rt. Hon Vincent Massey C.H. Chapter IODE Presents Autumn Treasures. An Exhibition and Sale of Paintings and Fine Art at Grand Lake Road Firehall. Opening Reception Wednesday, October 11, 7 PM - 9 PM. Exhibition & Sale Thursday, Oct 12 & Friday Oct 13 from 12 noon - 9 PM. Admission: $3. Featured Artist: Cassie MacLeod. Proceeds to CB Community Service Project.
Find out more »45’s Card Game
45's Card Game October 11 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 45's Card Game will be held at The Mira Seniors' and Pensioners Centre, Marion Bridge on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 from 2 PM - 4 PM. All are Welcome!
Find out more »McConnell Library
Natural History Series: Birds of the Western Front Wednesday Oct 11th, 7 pm-9 pm at McConnell Library, 50 Falmouth St, Sydney What was the impact of artillery barrages, poison gas, incessant machine gun fire and bombing raids on the bird life of Flanders and northern France in the years of the Great War, 1914-1918? Were there birders among the warriors at the Front? What importance did birds have for ordinary soldiers struggling to survive day-to-day in the trenches? One hundred…
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