Lyndsay Hubley: Journeys Home – an exhibition at J. Franklin Wright Gallery
Date: Tuesday, October 1 2024 to Saturday, November 23 2024
Lyndsay Hubley is an artist living in St. Margaret’s Bay, Nova Scotia. Being a native of Cape Breton, she is inspired to create as a way of honouring the beauty of the land and culture of her home. Living away, it has become tradition to return to Cape Breton each summer with her children to share the landscapes, coastal views and places of importance from her own childhood. In her Journeys Home collection, Lyndsay shares her unique point of view…
Blueberry Jam Harvest Series: A MacInnis Reunion
Date: Sunday, October 13 2024
Night three of Blueberry Jam Harvest Series will feature a whole MacInnis reunion with Rankin MacInnis & the Broken Reeds with Peter MacInnis, Mike MacInnis, Neil MacInnis, Cullen MacInnis and Mary Elizabeth MacInnis plus Blueberry Jam Harvest Series first guest from Newfoundland and Labrador, Andrew Rodgers. $65 (Premium seating) / $50 (General Admission) [+ tax & fees) | 7pm-midnight | 19+
Blueberry Jam Harvest Series: Slowcoaster / Abbey Mullendore & the Luxtones / Voodoo Sometimes
Date: Saturday, October 12 2024
Saturday nights alright for absolutely rippin… The Harvest Series is stoked to welcome Slowcoaster to their first ever Blueberry Jam show. Legends!! Also appearing Saturday is the ever powerful Abbey Mullendore with her new outfit, the Luxtones, and returning to Big Belle for their Harvest debut, Voodoo Sometimes. $65 (Premium seating) / $50 (General Admission) [+ tax & fees) | 7pm-midnight | 19+
Blueberry Jam Harvest Series: Big Country / Elyse Aeryn
Date: Friday, October 11 2024
Blueberry Jam organizers are breaking a few traditions with this opening night lineup for the Harvest Series. Usually they never invite a band to do back to back events, but, Big Country did such an absolute killer job kicking off the summer event that there was no choice but to invite them back to kick off the Harvest Series in the big barn! Not only are they back, but they will be bringing a very special surprise guest. Joining opening…
Cabot Trail Writers Festival: Sunday Afternoon and Evening in the Highlands
Date: Sunday, October 6 2024
Once a year, in wild, beautiful Unama’ki (Cape Breton), writers and readers come together and experience the magic power of stories to connect us and create community. The Cabot Trail Writers Festival continues through Sunday afternoon and concludes in the evening with events in the Chéticamp area including a walking tour of Cap-Rouge and Supper in Grand Étang at Centre de la Mi-Carême.3:30-9:30pm
Sunset Series: Wintersleep at Inverness County Centre for the Arts
Date: Saturday, August 31 2024
Wintersleep, Halifax indie-rock stalwarts, are lacing up the skates for a limited run of Nova Scotia shows for this summer. Drawing on seven albums worth of material, these sets will be varied and bespoke, full of joy and surprise. All Ages. Rain or shine. 6:30-10:30pm. $45 (+ $2 fee) General admission outdoors, bring seating if preferred. Alcohol and food for sale on site. $55 (+ $2 fee) VIP Admission. Priority patio seating providing table service, an expanded drink menu, and…
Chestico Days – Sunday: Boat Parade / Fireworks
Date: Sunday, August 4 2024
Boat Parade (1pm)Fireworks (9pm)Sunset BeachSponsored by the Knights of Columbus!
Chestico Days – Saturday: Road Race & Family Fun Run / Parade / Picnic with live music by Kinna
Date: Saturday, August 3 2024
Alfred Reynolds Road Race & Family Fun Run (9am)Port Hood Fire HallRegistration: between 8-9am at the Port Hood Fire Hall with race starting at 9amRoad Race: 8km, $10 per personFamily Fun Run: 2km, $5 per person or $10 per familyPancake Breakfast (9-11am)St. Stephen’s Church Hall$10 adults | $5 (6-12) | free (5 & under)Street Parade (11am)High RoadCome out & see some of the amazing floats put together for this years Chestico Parade!Chestico Picnic (12-4pm)Family fun at the Al MacInnis Sports…
Chestico Days – Friday: Kids Ball Hockey / Teddy Bear Picnic / Live Music with Kyle MacDonald and BBQ / Harness Racing / Adult Dance with Signal Hill
Date: Friday, August 2 2024
CBW Islanders Kids Ball Hockey (10:30am)Al MacInnis Sports CentreRegistration: 9-10am, Group 1 (Age 8-11) & Group 2 (Age 12-15) $5Hot Dogs and Drinks for sale on site! Coached and refereed by our own CBW Islanders Team! Winner takes on the CBW Islanders in the final game!Teddy Bear Picnic (12-2pm)Al MacInnis Sports Centre GroundsBring your own Teddy Bear! Special Guests and Events include 6 Little Farmers Petting Zoo; Face Painting; Doctor Station; Adoption Station; Crafts & Bubbles; and Tea Party. Co-op Entertainment…
Chestico Days – Thursday: Softball Tournament / Lobster Dinner / Ceilidh Concert
Date: Thursday, August 1 2024
Adult Co-Ed SoftBall Tournament (10:30am)Port Hood Ball FieldPre-Registration: Contact Ardell 902-631-4588$20 / player | 16+Teams will be selected at random draw prior to the tournament. BBQ on site! Lobster Dinner (4pm)Al MacInnis Sports Centre Lobster in shell with all the sides. Dessert & tea to follow. $30 / person | additional lobster for $20 Tickets sold at the door. First come, first serve. No pre-sale. Take out available. Highland dancers and step dancing performances throughout the dinner! Come early as…