Community calendar
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 11 HMCS Truro
7 p.m., Colchester Historeum; an illustrated presentation and opening of an exhibit on HMCS Truro and her Close Connections with the people of Truro, especially students of the Truro Junior High school.
Maude Barlow Speaks
“Water for Sale?” Maude Barlow, speaks on NAFTA and water protection, Tatamagouche Centre, 259 Loop Rte. 6. Free Admission, 7 p.m. Sponsored by North Shore Council of Canadians.
Public Talk
A presentation and opening of the “HMCS Truro” exhibit, 7 p.m.; dedicated to the memory of Jack Sterling and officers and men of the HMCS Truro. Colchester Historeum, 29 Young St., Truro.
Dance
Dances at Salmon River Fire Hall on Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.; music by Countrified and others; shared lunch.
Reformation
Reformation Study continues,
Wednesdays in October 10 a.m . at First United Church Parlour; no cost or obligation; views and opinions
valued and respected; everyone welcome.
THURSDAY, OCT. 12 Bingo
Bingo every Thursday at the Good Neighbors Club, 1:30 p.m., at 21 Palmer St.; prizes, 50/50 and lunch.
Spiritual Group
The Guiding Light Spiritual Group meets Thursdays 7 p.m., at Douglas Street school room 12, 40 Douglas St., Truro.
Canasta
Thursday, 1-3 p.m.; come and learn the game. $2 fee, or free to members. Colchester Historeum, 29 Young St., Truro. All players welcome.
FRIDAY, OCT. 13 Chase the Ace
Stewiacke Legion and Volunteer Fire Department Chase the Ace; every Friday until won; tickets sold 6 to 8 p.m. at both locations. Draw at the Legion approximately 8:15 p.m.
Old Time Dance
Douglas Street Recreation Centre, 7:30 p.m. Shared lunch, door prize. Sponsored by Y Senior Citizens Group, age 50 and older welcome, admission $5.
Beanery
The Brunswick Street Beanery is back for the fall; one litre of beans and brown Bread for $7.99; available
Fridays from 2 - 5 p.m.; curbside service, corner of Brunswick and Wood streets.
Gospel Concert
Gospel Concert at 7 p.m. at Nuttby United Baptist Church with Paul & Penny Ferguson; freewill offering; refreshments served.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga, Fridays in October, 10 a.m., at First United Church Hall, $5.
SATURDAY, OCT. 14 Crib
Crib every Saturday, 1:30 p.m., at the Good Neighbors Club, at 21 Palmer St.; high hand and 50/50.
Roast Pork Supper
Shubenacadie United Church, 2869 Hwy 2, Shubenacadie, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Adults $12; children (6-12) $6; under 6- free; elevator accessible; take-outs available. Info: 902-758-2360.
Open House
Colchester Solid Waste Facilities Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 188 Mingo Road, Kemptown; free food, games, prizes, educational displays and guided bus tours; wheelchair accessible.
Craft Market
Elmsdale District School’s 24th Annual Craft Market and Fall Fair, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., 75 MacMillan Drive, Elmsdale; barbecue, silent auction, bake table, kids zone games.