Community Organizations
This is a publication the Recreation and Culture Department has put together to give you 'one stop shopping' for your recreation and cultural needs.
In this publication you will find community groups, physical activity opportunities, trails to hike and basic information about the Districts of East Hants.
We hope you enjoy our publication. It is our hope to make this a bi-annual magazine. If you would like to contribute, please contact recreation@easthants.ca. This is free to not-for-profit organizations. Profit organizations are welcome to contact us re purchasing ad space.
Next Kidsport Deadline: TBA
For more information contact the Recreation and Culture Department at recreation@easthants.ca.
eXpress yO'self Youth Coffee House
On Fri Feb 24th at 7pm at the Cup of Soul Cafe. More details
Volunteer Recognition
A group's chance to honour one of their many volunteers! Deadline February 24, 2012.
Commercial Space for Rent
E H Horne School Building, Enfield (across from St. Bernard's Church). Beautifully restored thriving heritage property. Plenty of paved parking. Heat, hydro, washrooms included. Road signage available. Various size rooms available- some with private entry & washroom: 1560 sq. ft., 650 sq. ft., 432 sq. ft. with storage room, 435 sq. ft., 80 sq. ft. Call Susie McDonell 883.8403 (please leave message).
Maitland District Development Association - Schedule of Upcoming Events
Join us in any one of the following events and support your community!
Spring Auction to be held April 29 at the Selma School Community Building, Selma (Highway 215) viewing at 9 a.m., Auction to start at 10 a.m.
Lunches - Come for one, or come to all - held at the Gallery 215 (Selma) - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. - July 1, 15 and 29; August 12, 26; September 2, 16, and 30; October 14.
Plant and Book Sale/Bake Sale - at the Dawson Dowell Park building in Maitland (Highway 215) 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 3.
Dime Auction at the Maitland Fire Hall on June 28. Viewing 6 p.m., Auction begins at 7 p.m.
Cheesecake Party at 8855 Highway 215 from 2 - 4 p.m. on July 22.
Quilt and Rug Sale at the Dawson Dowell Park Building, Maitland 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. August 18 and 19.
Dime Auction at the Maitland Fire Hall on August 30. Viewing 6 p.m. Auction begins at 7 p.m.
Maitland Christmas Festival - events to be held throughout the village of Maitland - November 22 - 25. Further information to follow.
East Hants Sportsplex
Skating, hockey and more. Visit the East Hants Sportsplex! Read more
1076 Highway # 2
Lantz, NS B2S 1M8
Ph: 902-883-9906
Fax: 902-883-4306
Email: ehsportsplex@ns.aliantzinc.ca
The Colchester-East Hants Public Library has a lot to offer!
Through five branches and three satellite sites, the library provides access to books, movies, audio books and ebooks. Our online catalogue allows you to browse our collection, place holds and request titles to be picked up at the branch closest to you. You can also access ebooks through our new downloadable service.
But that’s not all…many of our branches offer free programs! Be sure to check out our site at www.lovemylibrary.ca and our Facebook for information. Many branches periodically offer computer basics training too, so be sure to check with your local branch for availability.
The Colchester-East Hants Public Library is there for you. Contact us at any of our five branches:
- Elmsdale – 883-9838
- Mount Uniacke – 866-0124
- Stewiacke – 639-2481
- Tatamagouche – 657-3064
- Truro – 895-0235
Visit us online at www.lovemylibrary.ca and check us out on Facebook.
Upcoming Events
"Afternoon Musical Jam /Open Mic. Session"...
The United Church in Shubenacadie is hosting an afternoon musical jam/open mic. session at Civic # 2869 Hwy. #2. Held the Second Tuesday of Each Month.
Next Session: Feb. 14th. 2012 Starting @ 1:30 p.m
Persons with all levels musical talents, (beginner to professional) and ALL observers are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Come join in the fun, and enjoy the afternoon.. A freewill offering for the church will gratefully be accepted. For additional information call 758-2797.
Recreational Gymnastics/Dance Classes -
Would you be interested in registering your child in recreational gymnastics classes to be offered in Maitland this fall? How about recreational dance classes? Please contact Cathrine at cwyuill@gmail.com. Classes will be organized if there is sufficient interest expressed.
2012 Central Woodland Conference
Full day conferences; hear experts and woodland owners talk about woodland issues. Learn about resources that can help you better understand and manage woodland sustainably, for various objectives such as harvesting timber, providing wildlife habitat, exploring non timber forest products, and maintaining forest health. Pre-register to win a GPS, plus, the grand prize to give away at the end of the day is a chain saw!
To pre-register, please call 1-855-222-0445 or register online at http://www.woodlotinfoshop.ca/
Central Nova Scotia – Saturday, March 31, 2012 at the Milford Recreation Centre Registration starts: 8:30am Wrap up: 4:00pm
1st Noel Scouts
The Noel Scouting is looking for committee members, leaders and of course interested children for the upcoming year. If interested contact Kim at 528.2140, Cheryl Ann 369.2348 or Steve at 369.2276.
East Hants Historical Society
The East Hants Historical Society nvites you to their monthly meeting and presentation: Shubenacadie Post Office, presented by Marilla Knol. Tuesday, September 13th at the Rebekah Lodge, Shubenacadie at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments served. All welcome.