Oct. 23
Haunted Mansion
J.C.'s Taekwondo, 141 East Victoria St., will hold a "haunted mansion" from 6-9 p.m. Proceeds to the Amherst and Area Taekwondo Parents Association.
Pumpkin Party
A pumpkin decorating party will be held at the Springhill Library at 3 p.m.
Apple Day
Amherst and Area Scouts Canada's Apple Day will continue with a door-to-door canvass, as well as several businesses.
50th Anniversary Celebration
The Revival Centre will hold a 50th anniversary celebration service at 7 p.m. Guest evangelist is Rev. Myron Powell from Caribou, Maine. Call 667-1509.
Fun Darts
Parrsboro Legion Branch No. 45 is hosting an evening of fun darts, starting at 8:30 p.m. Food bank donations accepted.
Oct. 24
Lyrics for Compassion
In support of Canadian Red Cross,
6 p.m., Amherst Lions Club. Tickets available at Red Cross office or by calling 667-8794.
Harvest Supper
A harvest supper will be held at Sunrise Trinity United Church in Amherst Head from 4-6 p.m. Eat-in or take-out.
Fall Breakfast
The All Saints Hospital Auxiliary fall breakfast will be held at the Lamp Cabin in Springhill from 8-11 a.m. To purchase tickets, call Hannah McSavaney at 597-3227.
Puberty Party
The Sexual Health Centre for Cumberland County will host a free moms and daughters puberty party at 11 Elmwood Dr. (use side entrance) from 10 a.m., to noon. Pre-register at 667-7500.
Haunted Mansion
J.C.'s Taekwondo, 141 East Victoria St., will hold a "haunted mansion" from 5-8 p.m. Proceeds to the Amherst and Area Taekwondo Parents Association.
Haunted House
The Cumberland County Museum and Archives will hold a "haunted house" from 7-9 p.m. Call 667-2561.
Apple Day
Amherst and Area Scouts Canada's Apple Day will continue with a door-to-door canvass, as well as several businesses.
Breakfast
The Lupus Society of Nova Scotia will serve a hot breakfast at Truemanville Fire Hall from 8-11 a.m.
Halloween Haunt
A halloween haunt will be held at 1023 Valley Road in Springhill from 1 p.m., to dusk for kids and from dusk until 10 p.m., for others. Cash donations for Springhill Elementary School's playground fund and non-perishable items for the food bank will be collected.
Auction
King Edward Masonic Lodge in River Hebert will hold its annual auction at 1 p.m. Something for everyone.
50th Anniversary Celebration
The Revival Centre will hold a 50th anniversary celebration service at 2 p.m. Guest evangelist is Rev. Myron Powell from Caribou, Maine. Call 667-1509.
Food Bank Fundraiser
The Air Force Association 105 Wing will hold a food bank fundraiser at 1:30 p.m. Admission is a non-perishable food item.
Harness Racing
Sport Pugwash, Miller Road will host
harness racing at 1 p.m. Free admission. Call Bert at 243-2681.
Brunch
The Royal Canadian Legion in Pugwash will serve brunch from 10 a.m., and 1 p.m.
Oct. 25
50th Anniversary Celebration
The Revival Centre will hold 50th anniversary celebration services at 10 a.m., and 6:30 p.m. Guest evangelist is Rev. Myron Powell from Caribou, Maine. Call 667-1509.
Halloween Supper
A Halloween supper will be served at
River Philip Community Hall from
4-6 p.m. Enter your pumpkin in the pumpkin carving contest.
Bowling Party
A bowling party for military families in Springhill will be held at Fundy Bowling Lanes from 2-4 p.m. Call 1-888-753-8827 to register.
Meeting
Double-D 4-H Club will meet at 2 p.m., at the Bridge Workship on Station St., in Amherst. All welcome. Call Sharlene Carter-Earle at 667-7486.
Cribbage Tournament
A cribbage tournament will be held at the Amherst 50+ Club, 52 Croft St., at 1:30 p.m. Registration at 1 p.m. Please bring a partner.
Roast Beef Dinner
RCAF will serve a roast beef dinner from 4-6 p.m. Take-outs available. Call 667-9262.
80th Anniversary Celebration
St. David's Presbyterian Church (15 Junction Road, Springhill) will celebrate its 80th anniversary at 7 p.m., with special Music by The Melanson Family. Free will offering.
Oct. 26
Meeting
The L.A. Animal Shelter's monthly meeting will be held at Access Label-s, 531 East Victoria St., in Amherst at 6:30 p.m. Call Kirsteen Thomson at 661-7297 or e-mail loukir@ns.sympatico.ca.
Oct. 27
Internet Safety Information Session
For parents and guardians of students in Grades 6 to 9. At 6 p.m., E.B. Chandler Junior High. Call 694-8581 to register
Oct. 28
Halloween Party
The Springhill Library will hold a
Halloween party for ages 6-12 from 3-4:30 p.m. Register by Oct. 24 by calling 597-2211.
45s Tournament
There will be a 45s tournament at the Springhill Senior Citizens Centre (4 McDougal St.) at 7:30 p.m. Bring a partner.
Fall Fashion Show
Amherst CWC will hold a fall fashion show from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Wandlyn Inn. Call Pat at 667-3729 for tickets.
Haunted Village
The Halloween "haunted village" at Andcotte farm will be open for viewing at 1925 Highway 6 on the Sunrise Trail. Goodwill donations accepted for the local church fund.
Fundraiser
Scotiabank on Victoria St., will hold a fundraiser in support of United Way from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Support Group
Nancy Williamson will present her personal story of breast cancer, and she and Sandra Rose will have information about resources available to assist in early detection at the YMCA at 6:30 p.m. Call 667-9112.
Oct. 29
Turkey Soup Luncheon
The St. Andrew's Wesley United Church in Springhill is hosting a turkey soup luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Contact Barb Moore at 597-8305.
Meeting
Cumberland County Parkinson's support group will meet at Centennial Villa in Amherst at 2 p.m. Call Lola at 661-6196 or Barbara at 506-536-1015.
Fundraiser
Scotiabank on Victoria St., will hold a fundraiser in support of United Way from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Oct. 31
Fall Bazaar
The Northport Home and School Association will hold its annual fall bazaar from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Come dressed in costume.
Breakfast
The Amherst Masonic Society will serve breakfast from 8-11 a.m., at the Masonic Temple, 20 Lawrence St.
Prayer Breakfast
A prayer breakfast will be held at Port Greville Baptist Church at 8 a.m. Guest speaker is Bill Hoytink.
Food Drive
The L.A. Animal Shelter will hold a food drive at the Amherst Sobeys from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Items needed include dog and cat food, cat litter, toys, cleaner and garbage bags.
Turkey Burger Sale
Rodney hall's annual turkey burger sale will be held from 10 a.m.-noon. Take-out or eat-in. Call Mary at 597-2677 or 597-2439.
Nov. 1
Gospel Chorus
Southampton United Church will host the Moncton Men's Gospel Chorus at 7 p.m. Reception to follow. Free will offering.
Evening Worship Service
St. David's Presbyterian Church (15 Junction Road, Springhill) will hold a new beginnings evening worship service with country gospel music at 7 p.m. Free will offering.
Nov. 3
Classic Movie Night
The Amherst library will be showing the 1946 drama The Big Sleep, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, at 7 p.m.
Nov. 4
Meeting
A public meeting will be held at the Amherst Lions Den at 7:45 p.m.,
concerning the outdoor rink. All welcome. E-mail awalterjones@yahoo.ca or call 661-0917.
Workshop
Maggie's Place will hold a workshop on positive parenting from two homes from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 667-7250 to register.
Nov. 6
Turkey Burger Take-out
St. David's Presbyterian Church, 15 Junction Road, Springhill, will hold a turkey burger take-out from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Call the church at 597-2726 or Linda at 597-3579.
Nov. 7
Craft Fair
The Amherst Lioness Club will hold its 11th annual craft fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Amherst Lions Community Centre. Admission is a non-perishable food item.
Christmas Bazaar
St. David's Presbyterian Church, 15 Junction Road, Springhill, will hold its annual Christmas bazaar from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fall Sale
Collingwood Fire Hall will hold its annual fall sale from 9 a.m.-noon. Sponsored by Millvale United Church Women.
Christmas Tea and Sale
CWL Christmas tea and sale will be held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at Holy Family Church hall.
Supper
Nappan United Church's annual turkey take-out supper will be held from
3-5 p.m. Call Marilyn at 545-2594 or Linda at 667-5383 for tickets.
Nov. 10
Talking With Your Teen About Sexuality
A free information session for parents and guardians of students in Grades 6 to 9. At 6 p.m., E.B. Chandler Junior High. Call 694-8581 to register.
Workshop
Maggie's Place will hold a workship on parenting the explosive child from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at 11 Elmwood Dr., Amherst. Call 667-7250 to register.
Nov. 12
Puberty Party
The Sexual Health Centre for Cumberland County will host a free boys and parents puberty party at 11 Elmwood Dr. (use side entrance), 6:30-8:30 p.m. Pre-register at 667-7500.
Gangs Information Session
For parents and guardians of students in Grades 6 to 9. At 6 p.m., E.B. Chandler Junior High. Call 694-8581 to register.
Dinner/Auction
The United Way of Cumberland County will hold a ladies dinner and auction at
6 p.m., at the Wandlyn Inn. Call 667-2203 for tickets.
Nov. 14
Veterans Dinner
A free dinner for veterans and their spouses will be held at 5 p.m., at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 10 in Amherst. Call 667-9949 before Nov. 1 or 667-8130.
Nov. 15
Evening Service
St. David's Presbyterian Church (15 Junction Road, Springhill) will hold an evening service with music by Marianne Balser at 7 p.m. Free will offering.
Nov. 18
Workshop
Maggie's Place will hold a workshop on positive parenting from two homes from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call 667-7250 to register.
Nov. 29
Evening Service
St. David's Presbyterian Church (15 Junction Road, Springhill) will hold an evening service with music by Geraldine Charters and Gerry Hannah at 7 p.m. Free will offering.
Dec. 13
Evening Service
St. David's Presbyterian Church (15 Junction Road, Springhill) will hold an evening service with music by the Highland AME Choir from Amherst at 7 p.m. Free will offering.
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