COMMUNITY calendar
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WEEKLY EVENTS Fridays
● Chase the Ace – 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. 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.
● 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.
● Toddle Time – 10:15-11:15 a.m., Westville Library, ages 18 months-3 years. Stories, songs, games, crafts. To register, 902-396-5022.
● 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.
● 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.
● Chase the Ace – Stellarton Legion. Tickets sold from 7 to 10 p.m. Draw at 10:30 p.m.
DAILY EVENTS Today
● Annual Christmas Tea and Sale
– Valley View Villa 7-8:30 p.m. Tea, large pantry table, craft room and raffles.
● Annual Elections – for RCL Branch 34 New Glasgow. Meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.
● Br. 29, RCL, Trenton – Meeting 7 p.m. Election of officers for coming year will be held.
● Election – Branch 28 Stellarton Legion meeting and election of 2018 executive will be held at 7:30 p.m. Current Legion cards must be shown.
November 16, 18
● Go To The Dickens – Original play with lyrics written by Deborah Stiles and music composed by George Durning Nov. 16 at St Paul’s Church, St. Paul’s’ and Nov. 18 at St. Columba, 4144 Trafalgar Rd., Hopewell. Curtain rises at 7 p.m. both nights. Tickets $10 on sale at St. Paul’s Church Nov. 3, 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m., at St Columba Nov. 4, 2-4 p.m. & 6-8 p.m. or call Evie 902-752-9255 or Betty 902-923-1921.
November 17
● Plymouth Community Tree Lighting – at 6:30 p.m. with Dr. WA MacLeod School Choir, special treats and visitors.
● Auction 45s – at Trenton Legion at 1 p.m.
● Beans and Brown Bread – Takeout hosted by The Ladies Assoc. of St Andrews Church, Pictou. Pick up between 3-6 p.m.. Delivery in town may be arranged. Price $8. To preorder please phone 902-485-6818 or
902-485-6465.
● Soup & Dessert Luncheon – And silent auction, Salem Presbyterian Church, Hwy. 4, Salem Loop, Green Hill, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Homemade soups, desserts, teaf, coffee. Cost $8, takeouts available.
● Community Information Meetings – Hosted by DEANS to discuss the 2018 regional visitor guides and other tourism related issues. 1-3 p.m. at the DEANS office, 115 MacLean St. Suite 3C, New Glasgow.
● Employer Information Session – 1:30-3 p.m. at Glasgow Square, New Glasgow. Hosted by Immmigration Services of Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia Works Career Connections. Meet with local employers and learn about current and upcoming employment opportunities.
November 17-18
● Christmas Craft Shoppe – Mill Brook Community Club, Pictou County, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission $2. Cash or Visa only. Take Exit 20 and follow the signs.
November 18
● Annual Christmas Craft Fair – St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Merigomish, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Featuring: pottery, woodwork, soaps, baked goods, preserves, candy, fudge and Christmas pudding. Handcrafts, mittens, scarves, jewelry, paintings, Christmas ornaments, swag, outdoor containers and more. $3 at the door includes refreshments.
● Coffee Party – Plymouth Fire Hall, 10 a.m. – noon. Adults $6. Child $3. Bake, book and new-to-you tables.
● Cape Breton Style Square Dance
– Plymouth Community Centre. Come to listen or come to dance. Music by Heather Cameron, Lorna Kennedy, and Fhinn Timmons. Beginners lesson at 6:30 p.m. led by Irene Endicott. Dance begins at 7 p.m. $5 or by donation.
● Christmas in Durham Craft Fair
– Durham Community Hall (1679 Green Hill Road). All local artisans and products. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., $2 admission.
● Calvin Ladies Aid Christmas Tea and Sale – At IOOF hall in Sunny Brae from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Adults $4, children $2. Craft, pantry and new to you tables.
● Annual Christmas Tea & Sale – Abercrombie Community Centre 2-4 p.m. Admission $3.