COMMUNITY calendar
WEEKLY EVENTS Fridays
● Chase the Ace – at the River John Legion. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets sold 6:30-8:30 p.m. with draw at 9 p.m. Tickets three for $5, seven for $10 and 15 for $20. Jackpot started at $2,000. Must be present to win. Music by The Geezer.
● Chase the Ace – With entertainment at Pictou Legion, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
● Cribbage – Westville legion, 7:30 p.m. Admission $5. Meat Darts, 8 p.m., cost $4. All welcome.
● Karaoke – Stellarton legion, 8 p.m.-12, $3 per person. Chase the Ace draw during evening.
● Card Party – St Bee’s Church Hall, Westville. Doors open at 7 p.m. Cards start at 7:30 p.m. Cash prizes, plus lunch is served.
● Knitting Circle – The Stellar Knitters, 1 p.m. at Stellarton library, novice and experienced. Yarn and needles can be supplied or bring your own project.
● Women on Wheels – Pictou library 10 a.m. Senior women enjoying short bike rides, healthy snacks and connecting with others.
● Toddle Time – 10:15-11:15 a.m., Westville Library, ages 18 months-3 years. Stories, songs, games, crafts. To register, 902-3965022.
● Toddle Time – 10:45-11:45 a.m., Stellarton Library, 18 months- 3 years. Stories, songs, fun and games. To register, 902-755-1638. Space is limited.
● Gamers Afterschool – 3-5 p.m., Westville library. Drop in for a gaming session for children ages 8-14.
● Stellar Curling Club – Chase the Ace and open curling 6-8 p.m. Winning ticket drawn at 8:15.
● Family Fun Night – 7:30-10 p.m. at Father’s House Church, J’s Place Entrance, 400 Stewart St., New Glasgow. Snacks and games offered. For more info call Jim Swain at (902) 695-5509.
DAILY EVENTS Today
● Heads up for Healthier Brains
– informal discussion sessions with Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia outreach coordinator Beth Jackson, 3-4 p.m.
● Vermi-composting – With Marla Cameron (TweenSceen) 3 p.m., Westville Library. For more information, contact 902-396-5022.
● Monthly Meeting – Aberdeen hospital alumnae 1:30 p.m. at the Plymouth fire hall.
● Cribbage – at Trenton Legion at 7 p.m.
May 5
● Celebration of Art Event – for Tearmann Society for Abused Women at the Museum of Industry. Tickets can be purchased at Big Al’s and cost is $35. There is a one in 10 chance of winning a piece of original art by a local artist. Light refreshments provided. Proceeds will go to support Tearmann programs and services. Doors open at 7 p.m. 19+event.
● Meat Darts – at Trenton Legion at 7:30 p.m.
● Karaoke – Stellarton Legion 8 p.m. to midnight. Admission $3. Also play Chase the Ace from 8 -10 p.m. Draw at 10:30. Jackpot over $9,000 with 11 cards left
May 6
● Dance – Stellarton Legion from 9 p.m. -1 a.m. Music by HUSH. Admission $10.