Past Events

Atlantic Book Award Event: “Viola Desmond’s Canada” Wednesday, May 17, 6:30 p.m. Wilfred Oram Centennial Library, 309 Commercial Street, North Sydney In 1946, Viola Desmond was wrongfully arrested for sitting in a whites-only section of a movie theatre in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. In 2010, the Nova Scotia Government recognized this gross miscarriage of justice and posthumously granted her a free pardon. Join Dr. Graham Reynolds and Wanda Robson as they share stories of Viola Desmond's extraordinary life. Dr. Reynold’s…

On Wednesday May 17th, 2017, 7 pm, the Ride of Silence will begin in North America and roll across the globe. Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways. Cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists. Often, motorists may not be aware of that right, or may not be aware of cyclists on the road. We would like to create…

Natural History Series: Nature as Captured in Images Wednesday May 17th, 7:00-9:00 pm   Enjoy an evening of nature and travel photography presented by members of the Cape Breton Naturalists’ Society. Everyone welcome.

Griefshare, a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing grief and loss, will be held on Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM for 13 weeks in St. Mary’s Anglican Church, 8 Marconi St, Glace Bay beginning March 30th. GriefShare features experts on grief and recovery topics.  Seminar sessions include: “The Journey of Grief” “The Effects of Grief” “When Your Spouse Dies,” “Why?” and “Stuck in Grief” For more information, call 849-4747

Mayflower Mall Selling tickets on 420 CC Yard Machine Ride on Lawn Mower.  All ticket sales 11 AM - 9 PM.

Spring Tea at Warden United Church, New Aberdeen on May 18th from 4 PM - 6 PM.  $7 per person, eat in or take-out.  Sponsored by United Church UCW

Board Games Night @ the Library Thursday May 18th, 6:00-9:00 pm   Come and enjoy a variety of great board and card games. There are lots to choose from including Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Skip Bo, classics like Balderdash, Scrabble, Clue, Monopoly, and more!  Drop in and bring your friends! If you have a favorite game you'd like to share, bring it too!   Everyone welcome!

Treats and Treasures at Mira Seniors Center on Saturday, May 20th between 11 AM  to 2 PM.  For just $3 you are provided with a shopping bag with pre-loved items in great condition.  A delicious lunch will also be available at minimum cost.  For more information, please call 902-563-7419