recreation GUIDE - Municipality of the District of Lunenburg

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recreation GUIDE - Municipality of the District of Lunenburg
recreation
GUIDE
FALL 2016
MODL
TOB
LCLC
Municipality of the District of Lunenburg
Recreation Department
902.541.1343 | www.modl.ca
p 2-18
Bridgewater Parks, Recreation
& Culture Department
902.543.2274 | www.bridgewater.ca
p 19-36
Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre
902.530.4100 | www.lclc.ca
p 37-54
YMCA
Lunenburg County YMCA
902.543.9622
www.ymcalunenburgcounty.org
p 55-56
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DISTRICT OF LUNENBURG
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
210 Aberdeen Road, Bridgewater, NS, Canada B4V 4G8
Phone: (902) 541-1343 Fax: (902) 527-1135
Office Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
recreation@modl.ca
www.modl.ca
“Like” us on Facebook! District of Lunenburg Recreation Department
Director of Recreation Services: Trudy Payne
Program Co-ordinator: Janice Rand
Trails and Open Space Co-ordinator: Laura Barkhouse
Recreation Secretary: Chasidy Veinotte- Dorey
Recreation Support: Tina Robichaud-Bond
Active Living Co-ordinator: Tissy Bolivar
Park Supervisor: Jason McCarthy
Fall 2016
“Working with you to create recreational opportunities for all.”
Online Registration!
You can register for recreation programs online at your
convenience. Save time and gas by registering from the comfort
of your home. Set up your account today. Online registration
requires Credit Card payment. Surcharges apply for credit card
use.
Step 1. Visit us online at www.modl.ca and click the
“Register Online” button.
Step 2. “
Create an Account” You will need to enter a
login name and password which you create yourself.
Step 3. Next “View & Register for Activities”.
Step 4. Have FUN!
NOTE - you can register by calling us at 541-1343, or in
person. Payments can be dropped off during office hours or
after hours in the drop-off slot by the front door.
Participants must verbally or electronically
agree with the Municipal waiver
upon registration.
Registration begins Thursday, September 1, 2016, from
8:30 am – 4:30 pm or online at your convenience. Please
pay your fees one full week prior to the program start
date. All programs are subject to minimum and maximum
enrollment. Register early to reserve your spot and avoid
disappointment. Waiting lists will be taken for full programs
and additional programs added if possible.
Refund Procedures
If notice is received during regular office hours (8:30 am
- 4:30 pm) before the commencement of the second class
of a program, a prorated refund will be issued less a 10%
administrative fee. For workshops, clinics, and bus trips, if
notice is received at least five working days prior to the
program date, a refund will be issued less a 10% administrative
fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellation notice received
within 4 days of the program or for ‘no-show’ registrants.
If an individual cannot continue participating in a program due
to an illness or injury, a prorated refund will be issued less a
10% administrative fee. A doctor’s note is required as proof
that illness or injury prohibits further participation.
Cheques payable to District of Lunenburg or MODL.
Postdated cheques will not be accepted. Interac/debit available.
Credit card available online only.
For program cancellations, additions or changes please
call 541-1343 or call our information line at
541-1344 after hours. Watch for new programs
in the Lighthouse Log.
Please help us keep our programs
smoke and scent free indoors and
out! Bring your water bottle
to programs & events.
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Recreation Integration Services
Eight To Go
You can take advantage of our “8 to Go” plan! If you see a
program in this brochure, or you have another great idea that
you would like to see offered in your community, just find seven
others and give us a call. We will do our best to make the
program happen where and when you want it!
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Adaptive Equipment
Loan Program - specialized equipment is available for
loan for a nominal fee. Ask us about accessing the trikes, fat
wheels, hippocampus, sledges and snow coach. Visit www.
southshoreconnect.ca/project/adapted-recreation-highlight for
more information!
Municipal Grants for Non-Profit Organizations
The District of Lunenburg has grants for non-profit
organizations within the District.
Major Recreation Capital
Capital Grant
Annual Operating
Program Grant
Leadership Training Grant
Youth Travel
Elite Athlete Travel
For application forms or for more information, contact Trudy
Payne, Director of Recreation Services, at 541-1333 or visit our
website, www.modl.ca (Recreation drop down tab to Grants).
PRO Kids - Financial
Assistance for Youth
Activities
PRO
Youth from financially
disadvantaged families in
the District of Lunenburg can apply for assistance for sport,
recreation or cultural activities. PRO Kids (supported by the
Lunenburg Co. United Way and Canadian Tire Jump Start)
can assist with registration fees and equipment costs. For
more information, contact Janice Rand at 541-1335 or
pick up a pamphlet in our office or from www.modl.ca
KidSport is another option (sports
organization must be registered with
Sport NS) For more information contact
Nicole Kenney - Lunenburg County
Chapter at 298-9531, or email nkenney@
sportnovascotia.ca
®
PRO Kids Fundraising – Help us help
youth!
Birthday Parties
at the MARC
The MARC is a great place for a birthday party or other
celebrations! There is lots of indoor and outdoor space
for games, dancing and theme ideas. Indoor spaces are
available for $10/hr + HST. For information or to book a
party, call 541-1343.
Businesses, organizations, groups, communities…everyone
is welcome to contribute or hold a fundraiser for PRO Kids.
For information on how you can get involved, contact
Janice Rand, 541-1335 or jrand@modl.ca
A big “Thank you” goes to our “Around the World
in a Day” sponsors…
CKBW/Country 100.7 for being our Platinum sponsor
and other sponsors; Digital Fusion, Gatchell Dentistry, Best
Western Plus, White Point, Osprey Ridge Golf Club, Amos
Pewter, River Pub, Dalton Jodrey’s Plumbing and Heating
and Boston Pizza.
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The Municipality of Lunenburg recognizes and will help to meet
the needs of people who have special needs. Staff will help
identify leisure needs by exploring the individual’s interest,
leisure involvement, awareness, skills, and available leisure
time. Barriers such as transportation, equipment, accessibility,
volunteer support time, fees, attitudes, and information will
be identified. Supports including resources, activity sampling
and equipment loan may be easily identified and provided.
By becoming more aware of and accessing supports, people
who have disabilities have greater recreation options available
to them. Anyone interested in discussing the possibilities may
contact Trudy Payne at 541-1333.
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PARKS AND TRAILS
Fabulous Fall at Municipal Parks!
The MARC has miles of walking trails, ponds, fields, ball
diamonds, BMX park, mountain bike trails, playground, picnic
areas and a lovely view of the LaHave River. You can be active
or find a quiet spot to read a book. Indoor facilities are also
available for bookings. There are great rooms for parties and
meetings. The park is open 8:00 am to dusk year round.
Miller Point Peace Park has easy walking trails nestled in
towering pines along the shores of the LaHave River. Bring a
picnic lunch and enjoy river views. The park is open 8:00 am
to dusk year round. Gates close late fall for the winter months.
Another great place to hike is through the Indian Path
Common, along the Fish Peddler Road near Riverport. These
trails are more of a challenge as footpaths without a gravel
surface, and are enjoyed year round.
It may be too cool for a swim, but Mushamush Beach Park
is a lovely spot to visit in the fall. Take a leisurely stroll in the
sand or sit and look out over the water. Mushamush is open
8:00 am to dusk until late October. Gate closes in the fall for
the winter months.
At Indian Falls Park the water is cascading over the 20
foot rock falls. The maple, oak and poplar trees are changing
colors. Residents are encouraged to visit the park and enjoy the
seasonal changes. Bring a picnic lunch or just sit on the bench
and enjoy a beautiful autumn day. A short trail is now available
to view the falls from below.
Another nice spot for a visit is the United Communities
Marine Park in Vogler’s Cove. Enjoy this beautiful coastal area
from the shore or put in your kayak for a leisurely paddle.
Park seasonal closure dates vary for each park.
Visit our two new water access points at Church Lake, #331
Newburne Road, and Wiles Lake Park ,#3270 Hwy 325,
Wileville. Petite Riviere Park, located by the bridge in Petite
Riviere, is also a nice spot for a leisurely picnic or to put in a
small watercraft.
Please call 541-1343 for specific closure dates and facility
bookings or visit our website at www.modl.ca
Pine Grove Outdoor Park (POPA)
72 Charlie Lane, Pine Grove
Come enjoy the concrete pad, swings, walking trail, gazebo,
ramps for trail bikes, fire pit, and playground. Privy available
on site. POPA’s volunteers have worked diligently to provide
this park. Please help keep the site clean and maintained. Your
ongoing cooperation and support is appreciated. Volunteers
are welcome to join the Association to manage the park. Please
contact Sandra Statton at 543-4362 or smstatton@xplornet.ca
for more information or to make a donation.
Lunenburg County Mountain Bike Association
(LCMBA) is a non-profit organization with the goal to create
local mountain biking opportunities for riders of all ages and
skill levels. The group has been creating multi-use single track
trail throughout the upper portion of the MARC property in
Dayspring. Three trails are open for use:
Serpentine trail (beginner level) is accessed off of Home Run
near Milkshake. The Granite Express and Feather and Iron
trails are intermediate and accessed off Cliff Hanger, very near
the Home Run/Cliff Hanger intersection. With the support of MODL, NS Health & Wellness and other
grants, the association has opened a new Mountain Bike
Skills Park, located off the ballfields parking lot. $10 annual
LCMBA memberships are available at local bike shops with all
proceeds funding trail initiatives. Volunteer trail builders are
welcome! For more information about LCMBA, check us out
on Facebook at www.facebook.com/lcmba or email lcmba1@
hotmail.com
Saw Pit Wharf Regulations
To ensure that this facility will be available to all residents,
Municipal Council has established a set of regulations for its
use. The wharf and site is primarily day use. A permit can be
obtained to stay overnight. Storage is not permitted at the
wharf or on the site. To view the By-law visit www.modl.ca. For
a permit, or if you have any questions, please call 541-1352.
Pick up copies of trail and tourism brochures at the Municipal Office
for more information on trails, parks and open spaces within the
District of Lunenburg or visit www.modl.ca
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Community Trails
These trails are managed by six non-profit community groups:
Adventure Trail – 14 km trail, Mahone Bay and Bridgewater
Bay to Bay Trail – 10 km trail, Mahone Bay to Lunenburg
Bull Run Trail – 24 km trail, Bridgewater to the
Region of Queens
Dynamite Trail – 10 km trail, Martins River to Mahone Bay
LaHave River Trail – 21 km trail, Bridgewater to
New Germany
South Shore Annapolis Valley Trail – 38 km trail,
starts in New Germany (127 Km overall)
Get out and enjoy our local trails! Even a little bit of activity
goes a long way to better health. If you have any questions or
concerns, please contact Trails and Open Space Coordinator,
Laura Barkhouse, at 541-1352 or email lbarkhouse@modl.ca
Cyclists enjoy the Bridges of Lunenburg County Ride, shown
here on the DynamiteTrail, near Mahone Bay.
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Construction is finishing up on most sections of our local rail
trails, so please proceed with caution and keep an eye out for
heavy equipment, trail workers and other trail users along the
trails this fall. OBEY ALL TRAIL SIGNS! Remember, our community rail-trails are shared-use, so
everyone gets an opportunity to enjoy them. Be a good
neighbor to adjoining landowners and be considerate of all
trail users.
• Stay on the trail
• Leash your pet!!!!
• Clean up after your pet – including your horse
• Travel SLOW around other trail users while on an ATV,
dirt bike or bicycle
• ALL ATVs and dirt bikes MUST be registered and insured to
drive the trail
• Smile at other trail users – we are all there to
enjoy the trail!
Thank you for a
“Suessy Summer!”
Disc Golf at the MARC
– NEW AND IMPROVED!
The MARC is now equipped with a complete 9-hole disc
golf – the first completed course on the South Shore! This
course is your classic “city park” style disc golf course. All
the baskets are placed in friendly locations to minimize
the amount of lost discs and unpleasant stances, and is
an enjoyable, simple to play course. The course is marked
with tee off signs (9 red tees for amateur and 9 blue tees
for experienced) and a map of the course is located on
the back of the kiosk near the parking lot. Discs are also
available for loan by contacting Tissy at 541-1336. See
page 6 for Grand Opening event!
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YOUTH, FAMILY & SPECIAL EVENTS
Trailblazers Afterschool Program
The Municipality is pleased to offer an
all outdoors afterschool program called
Trailblazers for children grades 4 – 9 at a
number of schools throughout the District. The aim of this program is to encourage youth
to be physically active, play outdoors and
connect with nature. With funding provided by
the Province of NS we are able to offer these
programs free of charge. For information on
the Trailblazers program, please contact Active
Living Coordinator, Tissy Bolivar, at 541-1336
or tbolivar@modl.ca The program will start up
again in late September.
Introduction to Mountain Biking (ages 8 – 14)
Youth will learn basic skills for riding on groomed and
wooded trails. Emphasis on bike handling skills and safety.
Participants require a mountain bike in good condition and
helmet. In partnership with the
Sweet Ride Cycling Shop. A
Saturday or Sunday this fall at
the MARC in Dayspring. 10:00
am - 3:00 pm. Let us know if
you are interested. We need 10
participants. $35.
Wikumkewik’us
Tepknuset (Moose Calling Moon)
Celebrate the Moose Calling Full Moon and the coming of Fall
with the Women of the Shore, a Mi’kmaq women’s big drum
group based in the South Shore, at an evening of drumming,
conversation and togetherness. There will be a BBQ so please
feel free to bring some food or non-alcoholic drinks to share.
There will also be a give-away blanket so you are welcome to
bring a small item to share if you wish. Bring drums, rattles,
guitars are welcome. Be sure to bring a blanket or chairs for
your comfort. It’s an outdoor event so dress for the weather.
All are welcome.
Friday, September 16, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm,
MARC, Dayspring. Please register at
womenoftheshore@gmail.com or find us on Facebook for
more information and updates.
Canoe Church Lake
As part of the Rural Arts & Life Tour, Municipal staff will be
on site at the Church Lake access point. Canoes are available
for you to have a leisurely paddle. It’s free but participants are
required to sign a waiver. Children must be accompanied by an
adult. All equipment is provided.
Donations for PRO Kids welcome!
Saturday, September 17, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm,
#311 Newburne Road. FREE!
“NEW” Disc Golf Course Grand Opening
Join us as we officially open our new and improved disc golf
course at the MARC! We will be hosting a ‘trilogy’ event for
all ages to come out and play 18 holes! We will offer an
introduction to disc golf starting at 1:00 pm. Disc golf is played
like traditional golf, however instead of a ball and clubs, players
use a disc. A disc is thrown from a tee area to a target which
is the “hole”. The object of the game is to complete each hole
in the fewest throws.
Sunday, September 11, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, MARC,
Dayspring. $35 – includes 3 discs for you to keep and a prize
bag!
“NEW” Canoe Wiles Lake
Combine a delightful paddle on
the lake with Squashtastic at
Wile’s Lake Farm Market. After
you check out the Amateur Chef’s
Competition (1:00 pm) and
the Squash Art pieces created
for Squashtastic, visit the Wile’s
Lake Park next door and go for a paddle on the lake with your
family. All equipment provided. Donations for PRO Kids
welcome. Sunday, September 25, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm,
Wile’s Lake Park, #3270 Hwy 325, Wileville. FREE!
Red Cross Babysitter Course (ages 11 – 14)
Teaches the skills and knowledge needed to care for infants,
toddlers, preschoolers and school aged children. Topics include
the rights and responsibilities of a babysitter, first aid, dealing
with emergencies, child care skills, and ideas for fun. Bring an
infant sized teddy bear or doll, pencil and lunch. This is a safety
education course, not a guarantee of competence.
Instructor: Bailey Mosher.
Saturday, October 22, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm,
MARC, Dayspring
Saturday, November 19, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm,
Location TBA
$35 (includes booklet and certification card)
Playgroups
Check out www.southshorefamilyresource.org for a full
schedule of Parent & Tot Playgroups happening throughout
Lunenburg County.
Baby Clubs
Want a chance to talk with other parents with new babies
and/or toddlers? Need a morning out? Want to share
experiences and ideas? Need information on feeding, diaper
rash, sleeping and so on? YOU’RE NOT ALONE. There are
other parents in your community who feel the same. http://
www.southshorefamilyresource.org/include/lunenburg.htm
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Family Pumpkin Parties
At the MARC – Sunday, October 23
New Germany’s Countryside Christmas will be
held November 26- December 4, 2016. This year’s events
will include Christmas House Tours, a candlelight breakfast, a
carol sing, a bingo, tree lighting, a movie night, a cookie swap
and so much more. Check out the NGAPS Facebook page
or www.newgermanycap.ednet.ns.ca for more details. NGAPS are seeking local individuals, organizations and
businesses to take part in our nine days of community-focused,
festive fun. Contact Michelle Greek at 644-2303 to get
involved. Bridgewater. See page 32 for more details.
Family Christmas Wreath Making Party –
Sunday, December 11
A fun event for the whole
family! Make and decorate a
balsam fir wreath and enjoy
a wagon ride when you’re
finished. All materials are
supplied but you can bring
additional decorations if
you wish. Healthy snacks.
Please register so we
know numbers. Dress to be
outdoors.
Sunday, December 11,
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm,
MARC, Dayspring. $5 per
family donation to PRO Kids!
“NEW” Winter Solstice Lantern Walk –
Wednesday, December 21
Families are invited to come make a simple lantern (supplies
and battery tea lights provided) and take a walk on the MARC
trails to welcome winter. Hot
drinks will be provided around
a bonfire.
Wednesday, December 21,
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
MARC, Dayspring.
Donations for
PRO Kids welcome.
United Way of Lunenburg County
Bikes for Kids
“Every kid deserves a bike to ride.”
Support United Way of Lunenburg County Bikes for Kids.
®
PRO
United Way
®
Lunenburg County
Do you have a bike that you no longer ride or have simply
outgrown? Bring it to Centre Court at the Bridgewater
Mall between September 26 and November 4, 2016.
Here the bikes will be collected, refurbished by volunteers
and distributed in June of 2017 to local kids who would
otherwise not have one. Last year 63 bikes were given away. Have questions? E-mail office@lunenburgcounty.unitedway.
ca or leave a message at 530-3072. Special thanks to our
many community partners, donors and volunteers.
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Gather the family for an afternoon
of pumpkin fun! Wear your
pumpkin carving clothes, bring
some cutting tools and your
creativity. Pumpkins provided
while supplies last. One per family.
We’ll have a pumpkin rolling
contest, pumpkin games, pumpkin
treats, wagon rides, bonfire and
more!. We’ll display and judge your Jack’O Lantern. Be festive
and wear something orange! FREE! Donations for PRO Kids
welcome.
Sunday, October 23, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm,
MARC, Dayspring.
At Parkdale/Maplewood – Saturday, October 29
Bring your family for pumpkin carving, pumpkin games, face
painting and a seasonal healthy snack! Be festive and wear
something orange! Pumpkins provided while supplies last.
FREE! Donations for PRO Kids welcome.
Saturday, October 29, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm,
Parkdale Maplewood Fair Grounds & 4-H Building.
Christmas on the LaHave
Saturday, November 26, 6:00 pm
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GYMNASTICS PROGRAMS FOR BOYS & GIRLS
– ALL AGES
Parent & Tot ProgramAge 18 months and up; 45 min class
(Mom and Dad participate)
Preschool ProgramAge 3-5;1 hour class
(Child participates on their own)
Beginner GymAge 5-7; 1 hour class /Age 7 and up; 1.5 hour class
(Fun, fitness and developing more skills)
Acro Skills
Age 10 & up (great for cheerleaders & dancers)
Intermediate & CompetitiveFor the more serious gymnast upon coach recommendation
Flying Kippers Demo Team
Athletes will perform at various events throughout the year
Noon Time Fitness: 12:15 pm to 12:50 pm. Classes include weights, body bar, BOSU, tubing and more!
Session is 10 weeks for $100 (total of 30 classes!) Instructed by certified NSFA instructor Deanne Oickle-Conrad.
To keep up to date with current and upcoming programs – Like us on Facebook!
www.facebook.com/KippersSchoolOfGymnastics
BRIDGEWATER CURLING RINK – BACK ENTRANCE
Dominion Street, Bridgewater
Phone: 902-543-4010 or email: info@kippersgym.com
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WALKS & HIKES
The Municipality has over 5K of trail at the MARC in Dayspring.
If you’ve never taken the time to check them out, join Janice
Rand to explore these wooded trails. You’ll see a beautiful view
of the LaHave River and the falls at Rhodenizer Brook. These
trails are ideal for family. Bicycles and strollers move easily
along these trails.
Sunday, September 18, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
MARC, Dayspring - Meet at the back of the Program Building.
FREE! Donations to PRO Kids welcome.
“NEW” A Walk in the Park
Join Active Living Coordinator
Tissy Bolivar for a walk in the
park! This 4 week series will
have us visit different parks
and trails around the District of
Lunenburg to explore, socialize,
picnic and stay active. After our
walk, we will enjoy a picnic
lunch. All ages and abilities
welcome, four-legged walkers are welcome on leash as well.
Tuesday, September 20 – Miller Point Peace Park, Dayspring
Tuesday, September 27 – MARC, Dayspring
Tuesday, October 4 – River Ridge Common, New Germany
Tuesday, October 11 – Indian Falls, Newburne
Each week, we will meet at the specified location at
11:00 am. Please bring water, comfortable footwear, and a
picnic lunch. FREE!
Little Bluff – Saturday, October 1
Approximately 10 K along the SSV Trail, mixed woodland
and rough footpath. There are sure to be lots of fall colours.
Recommended for adults and youth 16+. Anyone wanting to
carpool can meet at Exit 11 carpool parking lot at 12:15 pm.
Donations for PRO Kids welcome. Let us know you plan to
come. Weather permitting.
Saturday, October 1, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm, meet in the
South Shore Valley Trail parking lot on Hwy 10, Cherryfield.
FREE! Cell phone day of, 527-6717.
Miller Point Peace Park “Puzzle Walk” –
Sunday, October 2
Families and individuals who like a little friendly competition
and being outside will enjoy this puzzling afternoon walk. Walk
to five stations throughout the park and solve a riddle, put
together a puzzle or answer a trivia question. Healthy snack
and prize draws for participants. Dogs welcome on leash.
Weather permitting. Cell phone day of, 527-6717.
Sunday, October 2, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm,
Miller Point Peace Park, Dayspring. FREE!
Dynamite Trail Hike – Sunday, October 16
Join members of the Dynamite Trial Association for a hike along
this scenic trail. This trail is picturesque and provides a level,
flat surface. Lots of pretty bridges and great company! All ages
welcome.
Sunday, October 16, 2:00 pm, Martin’s River Fire Hall,
Station Road. FREE! Weather permitting.
Cell phone day of, 521-7910.
Indian Path Common Hike
– Saturday, November 5
Join Janice to explore this wooded trail system. You will see
mossy streams and wetlands along the footpath. There are
sure to still be some fall colours around. Suitable for all ages.
Approximately 3.5 K of walking. Some hilly areas. Meet at the
trail head near the Gun Club on Fish Peddlers Road off Indian
Path Road.
Saturday, November 5, 10:00 am - 11:30 am,
Carpooling from the MARC at 9:15 am. FREE!
Weather permitting. Cell phone day of, 527-6717.
Note: In all hiking situations, it is recommended that you bring
along water, sunscreen, snack, possibly a change of socks and
alternate clothing in case of a weather change. Good footwear
and comfortable clothing is always recommended.
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Walk the MARC Trails and Campfire
– Sunday, September 18
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PERSONAL INTEREST
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Creative Non-Fiction
We read non-fiction daily in magazines, newspapers,
biographies, personal essays, history, travel writing, food
writing, memoirs and so on. Even so, many people ask “What,
exactly, is creative non-fiction?” It is a hybrid form combining
literary style and factual material. It can be playful, evocative,
and imaginative, while at the same time, it can communicate
factual information. We will work in a safe, supportive, and
positive environment. The course will help participants write
creative non-fiction in their own unique voices, and will work
well for beginners and experienced writers alike.
Instructor Biography: Beth Munroe is an experienced
writer and teacher. Her poetry and short fiction have been
published in literary magazines and her documentaries have
been broadcast on CBC Radio. Beth has won several writing
prizes, among them The Governor General’s Michener Medal
for Excellence in Fine Arts: Creative Writing. Beth is comfortable
teaching writers at all stages of the creative process from
beginners to advanced.
Tuesdays, October 4 – November 22
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Meeting Room, Lunenburg County
Lifestyle Centre, Bridgewater. $175/8wks.
Adventure Tales
Have an active adventure to share? Have some good pictures?
We are looking for people willing to tell their tale. Stories that
will inspire and motive others to bigger adventures. Each
presenter (maximum of 3) will have 20 photos for 20 seconds
each to tell their tale. This is called a “Pecha Kucha”. A social
will follow for you to get up close and personal with presenters.
Friday, November 18, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, MARC,
Dayspring. Donations for PRO Kids welcome.
Contact Janice Rand, 541-1335, to get your name on the list.
“NEW” Steps to Connect
Do you live with health challenges that stop you from doing
more of what matters to you in your community? Do you want
to find out how recreation and social activities can help you
live well with your health condition? If yes, you are invited to
participate in Steps to Connect.
Steps to Connect is a two session, enjoyable learning
opportunity where you will rediscover what matters to you in
your life by connecting you with yourself, people around you
and your community through recreation. Find resources in your
community to help you get connected plan and participate in a
safe group recreation activity.
For more information, please contact Catherine Droesbeck,
Project Coordinator, Steps to Connect at (902) 483- 2813 or
email cdroesbeck@chester.ca
Thursdays, September 15 and 22, 10:00 am - 12:00
pm, Meeting Room, LCLC. FREE!
Food Handlers Course
Carve a Wooden Spoon – Saturday, October 22
Learn how to safely carve with a knife and how to
make your own spoon. Participants require a folding or fixed
blade knife, no longer than 4 inches and leather or rawhide
gloves. A hook knife or crooked knife is recommended.
Hook knives will be available for use at the workshop.
Participants will take home a nearly completed spoon. For more
information contact instructor Sam Wentzell at 543-2795 or
samwoodlandtours@gmail.com
Saturday, October 22, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm, MARC,
Dayspring. $25 pp, includes all supplies.
WHMIS training on-line at your convenience.
Ask us how.
$40 gives you an access email.
This course is for people who work in the food industry. The
course covers the causes and types of food borne illness
and emphasizes practices designed to enhance food safety.
The topics of safe food preparation and storage, as well as
personal hygiene and sanitation are covered. This is a six-hour
certification course conducted by John Peters, Food Safety
Specialist, NS Agriculture.
Wednesday & Thursday, October 19 & 20
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, MARC, Dayspring. $35.
LOOKING TO GET ACTIVE,
OUTSIDE & INVOLVED LOCALLY?
Visit www.southshoreconnect.ca
or South Shore Connect on Facebook
Contact: Laura MacPherson 902-634-7504 |
Laura.MacPherson@novascotia.ca
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BUS TRIPS
We’ll visit a bargain store in Liverpool and Shelburne and then
have a guided tour of the NS Museum’s Black Loyalist Heritage
Centre. Sure to be a scenic and interesting trip. Lunch on
your own in Shelburne. Meet in the Walmart parking lot. Prearranged pickups available on route.
Thursday, September 8, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, $50.
Includes Centre admission. Meals at your own cost. Coach
bus.
Growing Green Bus Tour – Our LaHave River
Watershed – Saturday, September 17
Come see and hear what is being done to preserve and protect
the LaHave River Watershed. Stops include Hebb Brook, Grouse
Brook, Cooks Brook, Morgan Falls and the Wildcat Shale
Pit and Wetland Expansion Project. Guided by the Bluenose
Coastal Action Foundation.
Saturday, September 17, 10:00 am - 2:15 pm, starting
and ending at Exhibition Grounds, Bridgewater. Regular bus.
FREE! Donations for the festival welcome.
Bargain Shopping Trip to Metro
– Wednesday, September 28
We’ll visit a number of bargain stores in Metro. Meet in the
Walmart parking lot. Pre-arranged pickups available at carpool
lots along Hwy 103. Stops - Sackville Frenchys, Dartmouth
Surplus, Pleasant Street Value Village, Wyse Road Thrift Store
and Bayers Lake Value Village
Wednesday, September 28, 8:00 am - 8:00 +/- pm,
$30. Meals at your own cost. Itinerary available. Regular bus.
Note: A minimum of 40 people are
needed for each bus trip.
Bus trips are a great way to get the sisters together. Here are
Sylvia Ali, Val Dore and Janice Rand.
Bargain Shopping Trip to the Valley
– Thursday, October 13
We’re off to the Annapolis Valley to visit Frenchy’s and
discount stores! We have flipped our route this year so we’ll
be starting in Wilmot and ending in Coldbrook. Optional stop
at Wheaton’s, “The Best Country Store in the Maritimes”. New
stop at the Holmestead Cheese store. Lunch at the Farmer’s
Family Restaurant in Aylesford. Pre-ordering required. There are
a number of options for your evening meal in Coldbrook. Meet
at Walmart.
Thursday, October 13, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, $40.
Meals at your own cost. Call early! Seats are going fast.
Coach bus.
Christmas Shopping Trip to Halifax
– Wednesday, November 16
Your chance for early Christmas Shopping! Stops include the
Halifax Shopping Centre, Sears Outlet, Mic Mac Mall and
supper at Swiss Chalet. Meet in the Walmart parking lot or
waterfront parking lot in Mahone Bay.
Wednesday, November 16, 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, $35.
Meals at your own cost. Itinerary available two weeks prior to
trip. Coach bus.
Bargain Shopping is always loads of fun. Just ask Heather
Whynott.
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Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Bargain
Shopping along the South Shore
– Thursday, September 8
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ACTIVE PROGRAMS
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“NEW” Women’s Drop-In Basketball
Recreational basketball for women ages 18+.
A great way to stay active and have fun!
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm,
starting September 14, Lunenburg County YMCA.
FREE!
Men’s Drop-In Basketball
Recreation basketball for men (19+).
Supervised by Steve Goode.
Tuesdays, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm,
September 13 - November 24, Bayview Community
School, Mahone Bay. $5/night. Sign waiver on site.
Women on Wheels
Are you a woman looking for a little fun on
your bike? Has it been years since you were
on your bike and you’re looking to get back
into it in a fun and supportive atmosphere?
Join the Women on Wheels program! The
group meets for
weekly rides, as weather allows.
Bring your bike, a helmet, and some
water.
Mondays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm,
Mahone Bay Centre. FREE!
Swing Dance at the MARC
Have a great time learning the basics of the Lindy Hop. A
smooth and solid dance made popular in the 20’s and 30’s
in Harlem, New York. With its own feel and great energy it’s
a dance you need to have in your ‘swing repertoire’. This class
will teach the Lindy in stages as well as incorporate others such
as the Charleston and Jitterbug. Be ready to dazzle your friends
and family at weddings or on that cruise this winter. Instructed
by Erin Whiting.
Beginners - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
“NEW” Intermediates - 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursdays, October 6 - December 1
(no class October 20), MARC, Dayspring. $70/cpl/8 wks.
Sunset Paddle & Yoga
Join Cape LaHave Adventures
and experience the LaHave
Islands by sea kayak during the
most beautiful light of the day.
Once you reach the quiet sandy
beaches of the islands, you will
enjoy an outdoor yoga session
on the beach with Sarah, a
certified yoga teacher & guide.
Renew your spirit and stretch
out those kayaking muscles!
Sunday, September 18, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Meet at
Crescent Beach. $50/person (includes kayak/life jacket rental)
Yoga Classes
Karen MacKenzie is a certified Yoga Teacher and Fitness Instructor Specialist who strives to provide safe, well-balanced
classes in a supportive environment. She teaches Hatha yoga with an emphasis on breath, and encourages her students to
find their own comfort level within each pose. Yoga is a wonderful way to build strength, increase flexibility and improve
balance and circulation.
“NEW” Core Yoga
A fun, physical practice to power up your core. This Hatha-based class targets the abdomen and lower back as part of a
well-rounded yoga practice. Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, September 21 - November 23, Stage, Centre scolaire de la Rive-Sud, Cookville.
$70/10 wks.
Gentle Yoga
A gentle practice geared to students who are new to yoga, just returning to a practice, or simply looking for a slower-paced
class. Bring a mat and water bottle.
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm, September 21 - November 23, Community Room, Centre scolaire de la Rive-Sud,
Cookville. $80/10wks.
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga is gentle and slow-paced, and is suitable for most adults with mobility or balance issues. Students will learn
simple, Hatha-based poses and breathing that can be done seated in or assisted by a chair to help improve circulation,
increase flexibility, and promote relaxation. Please bring a rolled-up blanket or towel.
Fridays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, September 23 - December 2 (no class November 11), Mahone Bay Centre.
$70/10wks.
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HB Studios Sports Centre is a multi-purpose indoor sport facility providing a venue for recreation activities
provided through community sport organizations on the South Shore.
HBSSC offer the following spaces for rent.
• Indoor Turf Field (200 ft x 100 ft)
$130 per hour
• Exercise area (23 x 52 ft)
$25 per hour
• Shuffleboard court
$2 per person
• Multi-purpose room (640 sq ft)
$20 per hour
• 4 lane oval synthetic exercise track (209 meters) $2 per use, $20 monthly Pass, $200 Annual
Individual Pass, $350 Annual Family Pass. Group booking available.
5 laps=1k
HBSSC is the perfect facility for a birthday party, community event, fundraiser, sporting event, company team building,
and any other group event. Please contact HBSSC by email or phone for rental inquiries.
Drop-In Activities:
Shuffleboard
A shuffleboard court is available for use during regular hours at $2 per person. Set up time may be required so it is
recommended that you call ahead. Your $2 includes use of the walking track for the day. Thank you to sponsorship from
NS Health & Wellness.
Boccé
Bocce is a fun field game where the object is to roll your Bocce ball closest to the jack (white ball). It can be played with
teams of one, two or four. Bocce is available for rent at $2 per person, per use, 9:00 am to noon subject to field bookings.
To book call 543-5348.
Walking Track
Enjoy the climate control atmosphere of this indoor track. Track is cushioned to offer less impact on back and knees when
walking. Open every day for walkers for a $2 drop in fee. 5 laps = 1 Km. Great way to keep active and meet new people.
Website: www.sssoccer.ca email: administrator@sssoccer.ca
The South Shore District Soccer Association will be offering indoor soccer programs at the HB Studios Sports Centre for this Fall
and Winter season. Programs are being finalized to reflect changes in Soccer Nova Scotia’s competition structure. All programs
are based on players skill development provided in a structured and positive environment.
Programs will be made available for U4 to Senior players subject to registration numbers
•U4 & U6 (Birth Year 2013, 2012-2011) programs.
•U8 & U10 (Birth Year 2010-2009, 2007-2008) programs will include skill training and player scrimmages according to the
Long Term Player TPD guidelines.
•U13 League (Birth Year 2004- 2006) will consist on one training session per week plus one league game with stats and playoffs.
•In addition to the above programs Youth AA and Senior leagues will be offered.
•The South Shore sanctioned Tier 1 club will be fielding AAA team that will participating in the NSSL League.
Please visit our website www.sssoccer.ca in September for complete program and registration information.
Player Centered - Community Driven!
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SPORTS CENTRE
543 Glen Allan Drive, Bridgewater, NS B4V 0A3
phone: (902) 543-5348
website: hbssc.ca email: info@hbssc.ca
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“To restore health and heal each individual through the entire spectrum of services available”
Visit our well-equipped Gym & Heated Saltwater Lap Pool – daily 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
We have a variety of membership options available to suit your needs. We offer many fitness classes for a variety of levels in
both the gym and pool. Times can be found on our website including family swim availability.
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Aqua Zum
NEW this fall - Let’s Work it Out: A
group orientation offered twice a week
to help you with the basics in the fitness
facility. Learn how to put together your
own program so that you can reach
your goals. See website for available
times or sign up in the gym.
We also offer body composition analysis (% fat), Fit For Function Seniors Program, Certified Personal Training, Nutrition
Consultation and Weight Management Program: Slim Down Shape Up which is unlike any other. Guaranteed to help you
reach your goals! 25 clients have lost over 1000 lbs of body fat since January 2016 on this popular program!
Contact the Fitness Director for More information:
20 King Street, Lunenburg
Email: gym@emoceanwellnesscentre.ca | Telephone: 902-640-8585
Or
Call the Front Desk for information about all of our services and programs.
296 Lincoln Street, Lunenburg
Email: admin@emoceanwellnesscentre.ca | Telephone: 902-640-8484
ADDITIONAL WELLNESS CENTRE SERVICES THAT CATER TO YOUR WELL-BEING:
Physiotherapy – Podiatry – Registered Massage Therapy – Bioflex Laser Therapy – Hair Salon
Skin Therapist – Spa Treatments – Aromatherapy Steam Shower – Infrared Sauna
VISIT OUR WEBSITE & FACEBOOK PAGE
www.emoceanwellnesscentre.ca
www.facebook.com/emoceanwellnesscentre
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SENIOR’S CORNER
Elderfit www.elderfitlunenburg.ca
Join friends for a fun afternoon and a traditional corn-boil!
We’ll have games, live music (Dick Henneberry), and a
Parkdale-Maplewood Community Museum Scavenger Hunt!
Thursday, September 1, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Parkdale-Maplewood Community Hall. FREE!
Donations for PRO Kids welcome.
Mahone Bay Older Adult (50+) Fitness
A fitness program for older adults who are interested in
becoming more active through an easy low impact program.
Those over 69 should get permission from their Doctor. Chairs
are used for support. Led by Madeline Oxner.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 am - 11:30 am,
September 27 - December 8, Royal Canadian Legion Hall,
Mahone Bay. $80/22 classes.
Seniors Christmas Party – Thursday, December 8
A Christmas celebration for those 55+. Come join us for
activities, entertainment, friendship and food on Thursday,
December 8, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Oakhill Fire Department.
Reserve your seat by calling 541-1343. $10 pp.
Check out our Bus Trips on page 11
A water exercise program designed for seniors and the
physically compromised but is open to everyone.
Classes available at 4 venues. For fees and information,
please contact Martha Saunders at 766-0272
or elderfit@eastlink.ca
Neighbours Helping Neighbours Initiative
Consider adopting a senior or someone with a disability by
taking part it the “Rake it Forward” and/or “Stack it
Forward” campaigns. Help them with raking leaves and
stacking firewood. These activities present an obstacle and
burden that endangers the lives of seniors and prevents our
seniors and disabled from getting the care and support that
their lives depend on. Seniors that take on these tasks on
their own put themselves at serious risk that can result in
bone breaking falls, heart attack and strokes. A little act of
kindness this fall could save a life. How powerful is that?
Volunteer as an individual, family, business or school to help
people who really need it.
If you are a senior or someone with a disability and have
no one to help you, please register with Flourish Well
Being Society by calling 543-1727. Not all requests can be
supported.
Events Lunenburg County has been awarded the
55+ Games for September 2017.
If you are an active 55+ adult, this event is for you!
There will be social activities, demonstration activities
and opportunities to volunteer. Games will be held at a
variety of venues.
Check out page 19 for upcoming Try It! Games.
Here are the game options for the
September 2017 event:
Curling • Stick Curling • Pickleball • Golf
Men’s Hockey • Women’s Hockey • Bowling
Waster Toss • Swimming • Shuffleboard
Badminton • 5K Run • Contract Bridge
Duplicate Bridge • Cribbage • 45’s
Mountain Biking • Archery • Darts • Pool
Men’s Soccer • Women’s Soccer • Tennis
Scrabble • Track & Field events
Visit www.eventslunenburgcounty.ca Registration starts in January 2017.
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Senior’s Corn-boil – Thursday, September 1
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IN THE COMMUNITY
A Year of Awesomeness on the South Shore
Each month, people answer two simple questions telling us how
they would use the $1000. It’s easy. The list of applicants is whittled
down to four finalists who come to the monthly money-give-away
event and make a four minute pitch on why they should take home
the cash. At the end of the night, someone walks home with $1000
to make their idea become a reality.
What’s your idea for making the South Shore a more awesome place?
Pitch it at our website (where you’ll find lots of awesome info): www.
awesomesouthshore.ca
Heritage Blueberry Festival – September 10
Local crafts, baked goods, demonstrations and entertainment. Meal
- 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Includes traditional Lunenburg Co. fare and
Blueberry Pie & Blueberry Grunt with Ice Cream. Adults $15, Children
$8 and under 5 free. Parkdale-Maplewood Community Hall and
grounds. For information call 644-2893.
South Nova Tai Chi
will be offering a 16 week beginner Tai Chi course starting September
19, from 9:00 am - 10:30 am, at the MARC in Dayspring. For
information please contact Frank Dunham at 543-6728 or email
southnova@canadiantaichiacademy.org
O’Regan’s Subaru Riverport Duathlon “DUin’
it!”– October 2 The Bridgewater Triathlon Club is hosting
the 12th Annual Riverport Duathlon from the Riverport Community
Centre. The bike course is a loop over mostly flat terrain with some
rolling hills in the middle. The run is very flat and fast. Great prizes plus
a post-race hot meal. The classic solo race distance: 4 K run / 28 k bike
/ 4 k run. The race is chip timed. www.bridgewatertriclub.com or on
Facebook! www.raceroster.com/events/2016/9062/oregans-subaruriverport-duathlon
3rd Dynamite Trail Run – October 15
Walkers start at 8:45 am, runners at 9:30 am. For more information
call Michael Ernst at 624-8864 or email sailmahonebay@auracom.
com
New Germany Health and Wellness Expo October 26
Wednesday, October 26, 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm, New Germany Rural
High School. For information or to register a booth, contact Greg Selig
at 644-2153 or gdselig@ns.sympatico.ca or www.newgermanycap.
ednet.ns.ca
Rural Arts and Life Tour – September 17
Annual Lunenburg Community Christmas
Dinner - December 25
Open Farm Day - September 18
Dayspring Community Christmas Dinner There’s room for you at the table
Blockhouse, Lower Cornwall, Middle Cornwall, Upper Cornwall,
Newburne, Maplewood and Parkdale, beginning at Highway 103
Exit 11 at Blockhouse, or in reverse order from the Valley via the
Aylesford Road. Please visit www.ruralartsandlifetour.com and like us
on Facebook. Saturday, September 17, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Open Farm Day is a province wide event that creates the opportunity
for participating farmers to open their farms to the community. It’s
a backstage pass to meet your farmer, see where your food comes
from and see firsthand the hard work and dedication that goes into
top quality products. Visit www.meetyourfarmer.ca for a map and
information or call 893-2293.
River Talkers Toastmasters meets Wednesdays at 7:00
pm, CO3 - 724 King Street, Bridgewater. More info: Phone: 521-6046
Email: rivertalkers902@gmail.com or Facebook: www.facebook.com/
RivertalkersToastmasters
Chronic Pain Self-Management Program
This is a FREE 6 week series of half-day workshops for clients
to attend once a week. These workshops provide clients with the
opportunity to learn important life skills to help better manage
living with chronic pain. For more information, or to find a program
near you, please contact Marianne Beaton at marianne.beaton@
nshealth.ca or visit www.southshorehealth.ca/programs-andservices/education-programs/chronic-pain-self-managementprogram.
South Shore Minor Basketball Association
South Shore Minor Basketball is the main club basketball program
for youth on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Our basketball
program is affiliated with Basketball Nova Scotia, and offers many
diverse developmental opportunities for all ages from 4 - 16 years
old. Coed up to age 10. Program starts in October and runs to
mid-December. For additional information and expressed interest in
bantam or midget programs please email ssminorbasketball@gmail.
com or visit www.southshoreminorbasketball@weebly.com
1:00 pm at the Lunenburg and District Fire Hall. Tickets on sale
mid-November at the “Shop on the Corner” in Lunenburg. For
information call 523-5552 or email Lcomxas@gmail.com Follow us
on FACEBOOK.
Come join your friends and neighbours at the 6th Annual Dayspring
Community Christmas Dinner. A traditional Christmas dinner with
all the trimmings, or a vegetarian option, will be served up at the
Dayspring Fire Hall on Sunday, December 25. Thanks to the generous
contributions of many local businesses and individuals and the
Dayspring Fire Department, the dinner, prepared by volunteers, is free
and everyone is welcome. Doors open at 2:30 pm and dinner will be
served at 3:00 pm. Free tickets can be picked up after December 3
at Mo’s Quick Mart in Dayspring or by calling Frank Fawson at 5439166.
Liberal Arts Discussion
Saint Mary’s University, in conjunction with Lunenburg Academy
of Music Performance is hosting a at the Academy on Friday,
September 9 and Saturday, September 10.
Topics include: Using Canadian and international case studies this
session will explore how the liberal arts contribute to understanding,
conserving, and appreciating the role cultural heritage plays in the
modern world.
Winners and Losers in a Globalized World; Germany and the
German language in today’s world; Who are You Going to Trust’?
Proceeds of event will go towards Mature Learner education.
Historic lunch provided (Typical fare of the earlier settlers of
Lunenburg) To Register or more information contact Continuing
Education at conted.smu.ca or 902-420-5492
Bay Boo – Frighteningly Fun!
Safe family Halloween fun! A school fundraiser.
Saturday, October 29, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Bayview Community School, Clearway Street, Mahone Bay
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MAHONE BAY CENTRE
A Program of the Mahone Bay Area Seniors Project
Scans courses at the Mahone Bay Centre
Information and Registration for the Fall 2016 SCANS
term will take place at the Mahone Bay Centre on Tuesday,
September 13, at 10:30 am. Meet the instructors, ask
question about the courses and learn more about SCANS.
Check out the Mahone Bay Centre Website for Lecture Series
and Conversations With…. details.
OTHER CENTRE ACTIVITIES
The Memory Café is a friendly and relaxed café environment
for people with dementia (or any memory problems), their
care partners and family to come and meet others in similar
situations, gain support and seek advice.
Fourth Thursday of every month from September to June 1:00
– 3:30 pm, Donations accepted for refreshments.
(Use rear entrance with wheelchair access)
Mahone Bay Centre Seniors Luncheons
Third Tuesday, October to May. $8 for soup, sandwiches,
dessert, tea and coffee. Register by calling or emailing the
Mahone Bay Centre the Friday before.
Life Drawing Studio Sessions
Join our studio sessions drawing with a model in a friendly
and supportive atmosphere every Sunday morning from 10
am to 1 pm in the Art Room. The fee is $15 to cover the cost
of room rental and model fees. Basic materials are available
at cost. These sessions are not instructed and are open to
all ability levels. Individual instruction with an experienced
teacher can be organized for a small extra fee. Call Sally
Warren for information at 531-2161.
Printmaking Studio
Sessions
The Mahone Bay Printmakers’ group meets every Tuesday
from 10 am to 3 pm in the Art Room. This weekly studio
access is an opportunity for individuals to work in a small
supportive group atmosphere. At present, members of the
group are creating monotypes, relief prints, collagraphs and
metal plate etchings. Some previous experience is an asset
but not strictly necessary. If you are a beginner and would
like to learn about printmaking or simply brush up your skills,
guidance in the studio can be arranged. Etching presses and
basic materials are available. The fee is $10 for the day. Call
Ed Porter for information at 634-3497.
Centre Fit Work-Out Centre
Daily: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm Equipment includes 6 state of
the art aerobic machines, one universal gym with 4 stations,
and free weights. Membership includes a tour and initial
orientation with qualified personal trainer. (A customized
program can be designed for you upon request to the trainer,
for separate fee.)
Fitness Classes 9:00 to 10:00 am on Monday, Wednesday
and Friday. (This is a separate fee but Centre Fit members are
entitled to a discount.)
welcome@mahonebaycentre.org
Mahone Bay Centre 624-0890
www.mahonebaycentre.org
FOR A COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
visit www.modl.ca
Watch for up-to-date program information in the Recreation Column
of the LighthouseNow Log or “Like” us on Facebook.
Hear us on CKBW’s South Shore Sunday Mornings
Watch for the Winter Recreation Guide mid-December!
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Lifelong Learning
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NS 55+ Games Preview
ARE YOU READY FOR
SOME FUN?
Lunenburg County is hosting the NS 55+ Games in September 2017
and we are creating opportunities for the general public to participate in some
Try It Games this coming Fall.
Check out the schedule below and give something new a try!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Athletics
Sunday, October 2 2-4p.m.
Parkview Education Centre
$4 payable on arrival.
Pre-register by phoning 543-2274
Pool & Darts
Wednesday, October 19 6-8p.m.
Bridgewater Legion Branch No. 24
( 78 Churchill St.)
$3 drop-in payable at the door.
Register by phoning 543-2274
Shuffleboard
& Washer Toss
Thursday, October 20, 6-8p.m.
HB Studios
$3 drop-in payable at the door.
Register by phoning 543-2274
Mountain Biking
Saturday, October 22
10a.m. Registration. 10:30am start.
MARC Trails
$5 fee
Duplicate Bridge
Tuesdays 6:30-9:30pm starting Sept 20
East Chester Recreation Hall
$5 drop-in payable at the door
Auction 45s
Mondays 1:30-4:00 starting Sept 19
East Chester Recreation Hall
$3 drop-in payable at the door
Learn to Curl
Sundays Oct 30 - Dec 11
(no class Nov 27) 7:00-8:30pm
Chester Curling Club
$85/person, register by
phoning 275-3490 by Oct 24
Stick Curling for
Beginners
Fridays Oct. 28, Nov 18, Dec 9
Chester Curling Club
$50/person, register by
phoning 275-3490 by Oct 21
Archery & Horseshoes
Saturday, October 22 10a.m.- 12p.m.
Pinegrove Outdoor Park
FREE! Register by phoning 541-1343
www.eventslunenburgcounty.ca