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Vendors Wanted
Annual Legion Christmas Craft Fair at Annapolis Royal Legion on Dec. 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tables are $30. Pre-book by November 15, by contacting 532-5196.
Jam Sessions
Wednesdays Come out to Brickton Jam Sessions every Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. Great Country & Bluegrass music. Come to play, sing, or listen. Refreshments at intermission. All for only $ 2 each.
Public Skate
At the Middleton and District Arena on Fridays, 7 to 8 p.m. and Sundays, 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. Adult Skate is on Wednesdays, 10 to 11 a.m.. Call 825-3583 to confirm. Cost: Youth $2; Adult $4; Family $10.
Museum Winter Hours
Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum, 21 School Street is open winter hours, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday until December 14. Featured is the Nova Scotia Museum's antique clock and watch exhibit, the Rusty Nail exhibit, a recreated classroom and general store, Sports Walls of Fame, as well as smaller natural history and square dancing exhibits. Admission is $3 per person. Phone 825-6116 for more information.
Wreath Campaign
Starting November 24 Bridgetown Lions start their Christmas Wreath Campaign November 24. Contact Sharon Lycett at 665-4818 for information or any Lions club member. Proceeds support many community activities.
Curlers Needed
Bridgetown Curling Club requires experienced curlers or those who would like to learn. For curling on Mon. or Wed. night: Doug, 532-2140; for Fri. night: Connie, 665-2795 or Brenda, 665-2935; for Seniors (50+), Tues. and Thurs. afternoons: Peter, 665-4522; for Juniors on Sun. or Learn to Curl on Tues.: Monica: monicalloyd@ns.sympatico.ca; evenings at 665-4181. Info: bridgetowncurlingclub.com
Pudding Sale
Until November 30 order your annual Christmas Pudding (gift wrapped, approx. 1 lb.). Proceeds to Grace United Church $10. Order through Pat: 245-5917 or Marlene: 245-6752.
Crafters Wanted Please register now for the Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum's Christmas Craft Sale held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 23 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24. Tables are $50 each, tax included. Please phone the Museum at 825-6116.
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.
Family Board Game Night
Tuesdays Starting at 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+
Light-a-bulb
Until December 7 Soldiers’ Memorial Health Auxiliary’s annual campaign at Middleton Home Hardware from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Every Thursday and Friday until Friday, Dec. 7.) Purchase a bulb at $5 each. Proceeds for new equipment at S.M. Hospital.
Authors Ink
November 21 Authors Ink creative writing group meets 10 a.m. to 12 p.m, on Wednesday, Nov. 21 at Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum, 21 School Street, Middleton. All welcome. Cost is $3 admission. Phone 825-6116 for information.
Greenwood Players
November 21-25 Snow White and Seven Dwarfs performed by the Greenwood Players in A.V.M. Morfee Centre, Greenwood. Show times are Wednesday to Saturday at 7 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. Tickets on sale at Valley Drug Mart in Middleton and Kingston.
Moschelle Hall AGM
November 22 Annual meeting of the Moschelle Hall Society to be held at the hall on Thursday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome.
Turkey Supper
November 22 Turkey Supper at St George & St Andrew United Church, Annapolis Royal on November 22 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Delivery of takeouts in the Annapolis Royal Area. Take out for pick up at door. Call 532-5534. $12 for adults and $5 for children.
Legion Meeting
November 22 General meeting of Port Royal Legion Br.21 at 7 p.m. with nominations for new executive.
Dairy Meetings
November 23 DFNS Fall regional meeting for all NS milk producers to receive updates, give input, and ask questions, starts at 1 p.m. in the Fire Hall, Lawrencetown.
Craft Show
November 24 At The Rebekah in Bear River, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find over 40 fine crafts and arts vendors with hand-made treasures.
Children’s Crafts
November 24 Children’s Christmas Craft making afternoon (parents not required to stay), 1 to 3 p.m. at Bear River Museum in the Oakdene Centre. For ages 5 and up, cost is $5.00. Contact Louise at 467-1211 (museum) or 467-0142 (home).
Multi-Cultural Showcase
November 24 Of sharing music and a potluck at Oakdene Centre, Bear River. Potluck supper: 4 p.m.; Drum making presentation: 5 p.m.; Smudge Presentation: 5:45 p.m.; music traditional drumming to Blues, Country & Acadian: 6:15 to 8 p.m. Info: wfinigan@hotmail.com; 467-0356.
Turkey Supper
November 24 Bear River Fire Department Turkey Supper with dessert and drink, starting at 5 p.m., adults $10; children $5.
Christmas Craft Sale
November 23 & 24 The 26th Annual Christmas Craft Sale held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 23 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24 at Macdonald Museum, 21 School St., Middleton. Three floors of crafts. Canteen and washrooms available. Admission is $2 per person, children 12 years and under admitted free. Proceeds support the museum. Phone 825-6116 for more information.
Tea & Sale
November 24 St. Alphonsus Catholic Church Christmas Tea & Sale from 2 to 4 p.m. in Bridgetown. Sandwiches, sweets, tea and coffee. Bake, craft and Christmas white elephant tables. Also 50/50 tickets (draw Nov 24), plus tickets on two framed crossstitch pictures (draw: Dec 2).
Auctions
November 24 Jack & Jill Nursery School’s Silent and Ticket Auction in Paradise, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cribbage Tournament
November 24 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
Outdoor Series
November 24 Children’s Outdoor Classroom Series is free and runs the last Saturday of each month. Series #1 teaches children about trees, including how to climb them. Locations: Middleton: 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Rotary Park; Bridgetown: 1 to 2 p.m. at Jubilee Park; Annapolis Royal: 3 to 4 p.m. at Fort Anne. For info or to register, call 824-1069. Rain date is the following day.
Italian Feast
November 24 HART's fifth annual Italian Feast, Silent Auction and guest speaker at Berwick Fire Hall, 5 to 9 p.m. $20 per person. For advance tickets or more information, contact 341-HART; www.valleyhart.com
Citrus Pickup
November 24 The Middleton Skating Club's orange and grapefruit orders will be ready for pick up on Saturday, Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at 247 Commercial Street in Middleton. (cash or cheque please)
Annapolis Royal Farmer’s Market
November 24 Your source for local food products and more, from October until May. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Historic Gardens. Free admission. Call 532-7018.
Christmas Gifts
November 24 & 25 Come to Margaretsville Community Hall to shop, 2 to 4 p.m. both days. Find Margaretsville Lighthouse items such as T-shirts (sizes 6 & up), hoodies, sweatshirts, pendants and other items, plus the history book.
Worship Service
November 25 This will be the last worship service in the Clarence Baptist Church, until further notice.
Gospel Music
November 25 Evening of music at the Pentecostal Full Gospel Tabernacle, Lequille at 7 p.m. with the Barrs and Alfie Bright. Free will offering. Refreshments to follow. Info: Tav, 532-1967
Anniversary Service
November 25 West Dalhousie Baptist Church hosts its 202 service at 7 p.m. in honour of two centuries of Christian witness. Guest Speaker is Rev. Dr. George Allen who is celebrating 70-plus years of ministry. Special musical guest is Timothy Habinski on Celtic harp. Refreshments to follow.
Heart of Worship
November 25 You are invited to the "Heart of Worship," live with Virgil 'Surgarfree' Wadman on Sunday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. Place: New Beginnings Center, 1151 Bridge St., Greenwood.
Variety Show
November 25 Variety Show at 2 p.m. in King's Theatre, Annapolis Royal. In support of Annapolis Community Health Centre and produced by the auxiliary. Includes local acts: Collaborative Practice, Linda Bailey, ABC Choir, Jeff Tooker, Janet Swansburg, and a surprise finale.
Heart of Worship
November 25 You are invited to the "Heart of Worship," live with Virgil 'Surgarfree' Wadman on Sunday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. Place: New Beginnings Center, 1151 Bridge St., Greenwood
Hanging of the Greens
November 25 Hanging of the Greens at the Hillsburn United Baptist Church, Hillsburn at 7 p.m. on November 25. Free will offering. Refreshments to follow. Everyone Welcome.
Christmas Crafts
November 25 Christmas Crafts at Hampton Hall from 1 to 4 p.m. Find all things good, plus sweets, coffee and tea for free will offering. Admission is free. Proceeds from 50/50 draw, table fees and canteen towards Hall upkeep. Contact: Daniele, 665-4040; Jo, 665- 2424
Historical Society Meets
November 27 Annapolis Valley Historical Society meeting at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 27 at Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum, 21 School Street, Middleton. Christmas program includes music by Bob Chetwynd and Bob Boutilier and Christmas memories by AVHS members. No admission charged. All welcome. Phone 825-6116 for more information.
School Info Session
November 27 An information session regarding the formation of new Primary to Grade 12 School in Bridgetown starts at 7 p.m. in the BRHS Cafeteria. The Annapolis Valley Regional School Board, School Advisory Councils and School Administration will communicate what stage the developing process is in. Interested community members and parents are welcome.
Coffee Party
November 27 St. James annual Christmas Coffee Party at the Church Hall in Bridgetown, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Auction starts at 11 a.m. Bake table, ticket auction and lots to eat. Price at the door is $5.
Fireflies' Luncheon
November 27 Fireflies Luncheon November 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Middleton Fire Hall. This month's menu: your choice of turkey burger plate, corn chowder or hamburger soup along with either gingerbread or apple crisp and tea /coffee. A real bargain at $7 per person. For Middleton deliveries to home or business, call 825-3062 by Monday, Nov. 26.
Scrabble
November 27 Scrabble on Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Bridgetown and Area Library. Scrabble enthusiasts are invited to join us the last Tuesday of each month for a lively game of Scrabble. (Adults)
CAPS Meeting
November 28 The monthly meeting of the board of Companion Animal Protection Society of Annapolis County will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. at the Municipal Building in Lawrencetown. All CAPS’ members and friends are invited to attend. In case of inclement weather, please call 825-CAPS for updates. Please note: There will be not be a CAPS’ board meeting in the month of December.
Ticket Auction
November 28 Ticket Auction with great certificates and a lot of new items at the Lions Hall in Nictaux in support of Middleton and District Minor Hockey. Doors open at 2 p.m. with draws at 7 p.m. Canteen available.
Craft Sale
November 28 The Torbrook United Baptist Church ‘Stitch & Chatter’ Ladies’ craft sale at Greenwood Mall. Proceeds support Hot Lunch program at AEES, the Lodge that Gives and other projects.
Christmas Supper
November 29 All Saints' ACW will be holding their Annual Christmas Casserole Supper and Sale at All Saints' Church Hall, Pleasant Street, Kingston (turn west off Bridge Street) on Thursday, Nov. 29 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Menu: a large variety of casseroles, salads, and desserts. Cost: Adults $10; Children $5. Family rates available. There will be a bake table. There will be take out.
Moonlight Madness Bridgetown
November 30 Moonlight Madness in Bridgetown on Friday, Nov. 30 at the Bridgetown and Area Library. Celebrate Moonlight Madness at the Library, open for this special evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bring your friends and drop into the library, warm up, check out a book, play some games, enjoy a snack.
Annapolis Royal Farmer’s Market
December 1 Your source for local food products and more, from October until May. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Historic Gardens. Free admission. Call 532-7018.
Christmas Concert
December 1 Middleton Choral Society, directed by Maureen MacLean, accompanied by Elizabeth Harwood, presents its annual Christmas concert of seasonal sacred and secular choral selections, St. John's United Church, Middleton, 8 p.m. A freewill offering will be taken.
Coffee Party
December 1 Spa Springs Women’s Institute annual coffee party at Parker Hall, Victoria Vale. Doors open at 10 and goes to 11:30 a.m. Find that special gift at the craft table, also bake table, grab bags, and tickets on raffle(s). Free will offering for coffee party with the yearly favorites.
Display & Tea
December 1 Outreach of Harmony Baptist Church will have a Nativity display, plus a tea and bake sale from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Church. Free will offering. All welcome.
Breakfast With Santa
December 1 Annual Santa's Breakfast and Craft Sale at Lawrencetown Consolidated School, 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Breakfast: 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.; cost $3 for adults;$2 for children. Craft sale with local crafters, Huge ticket auction, NS Power light exchange and Christmas hamper draw. Free skating at Youth Arena, 2 to 4 p.m. plus wagon rides and hot chocolate.
Christmas Tea
December 1 The Nictaux Hospital Auxiliary’s Tea will be held at the Middleton Fire Hall this year, 2 to 4 p.m. There will be door prizes, $2 gift bags, a bake table, tickets on a hooked rug, and more. Tickets available from Auxiliary member or at the door.
Breakfast
December 2 At the Port George Rec. Centre, 8 to 10 a.m. Enjoy pancakes, hash browns, scrambled eggs, baked beans, sausage, bacon, toast, muffins and fruit salad. Proceeds for the Rec.Centre. Last breakfast of the season.
Christmas Program
December 2 Macdonald Museum presents Tenor David Skidmore and Pianist Marion Krisk, 2 to 4 p.m., at the museum in Middleton. $10 at the door. Light refreshments served.
Sing Messiah
December 2 A Royal Consort, directed by Caroline Bosley, accompanied by Elizabeth Harwood, presents choral excerpts from Handel's Messiah, with audience participation, First United Baptist Church, 762 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, 2 p.m. Tickets available (adults $10.00, students $5.00) from Westside Studio and choir members.
Ticket Auction
December 6 Annual ticket auction of the Catholics Women’s League of St. Monica’s at their Hall on Connaught St., Middleton. Doors open at 2 p.m. with draws starting at 7 p.m. Also Bake Table, raffles and canteen. All proceeds go back to the community.
Christmas Concert
December 8 Middleton Choral Society, directed by Maureen MacLean, accompanied by Elizabeth Harwood, presents its annual Christmas concert of seasonal sacred and secular choral selections, Kingston United Church, Kingston, 8 p.m. A freewill offering will be taken.
Annapolis Royal Farmer’s Market
December 8 Your source for local food products and more, from October until May. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Historic Gardens. Free admission. Call 532-7018.
Nativity Tea
December 8 Start your Christmas early. A Nativty Tea will be held at St. Luke's Church hall, Annapolis Royal on Saturday, Dec. 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. Displays of many different Nativity Sets and afternoon tea for $5.
Christmas Service
December 9 Lawrencetown Male Choir, directed and accompanied by Carole Baltzer, presents a Christmas program of music and readings, Lawrencetown United Baptist Church, Lawrencetown, 7 p.m. A freewill offering will be taken.
Legion Meeting
December 13 Annual General Meeting of Port Royal Legion Br.21 at 7 p.m.
Annapolis Royal Farmer’s Market
December 15 Your source for local food products and more, from October until May. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Historic Gardens. Free admission. Call 532-7018.
Annapolis Royal Farmer’s Market
December 22 Your source for local food products and more, from October until May. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Historic Gardens. Free admission. Call 532-7018.
Annapolis Royal Farmer’s Market
December 29 Your source for local food products and more, from October until May. From 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Historic Gardens. Free admission. Call 532-7018.
