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As the Valley prepares to welcome Nova Scotia Music Week from November 7 to 10, the energy in the region begins to shift. Gone are the bustling days of summer visitors, making way for a quieter, more intimate atmosphere. For the FoodArtNature (FAN) Collective, this transition marks the start of what we call the Season of Community.
During the warmer months from May to October, visitors flock to the Valley to explore our curated nature, culinary, and craft beverage experiences. The arrival of November invites us to look inward, focusing on the
BOOKS BY LOCALS
Wendy Elliott
local communities and residents who call this place home. This shift is reflected not only in the landscape, with leaves falling and fields preparing for winter rest, but also in the way we gather. From November to April, locals come together to reconnect with the land, their neighbours, and the annual traditions that make this area special.
As we embrace this slower season, FAN remains committed to offering regenerative, immersive experiences that allow you to enjoy the benefits of calling the Annapolis Valley home year-round. While November signals the end of our visitor season, it also heralds
Wink the Horse: A Journey of Resilience and New Beginnings
A remarkable horse named Wink brings an inspiring true story to readers. Originally raised to be a racehorse, Wink’s future shifted when he became permanently disabled as a foal. Through kindness, good training, and an
unwavering spirit, this standardbred thrived at the track. After his racing career ended, Wink found new purpose on a peaceful farm in rural Kings County, where he’s surrounded by a loving family and animal companions.
Wink, a poem written for middle-grade readers, tells of resilience and confidence in overcoming challenges. Wink’s journey sheds
the beginning of something just as vital: a season of community, connection, and gratitude.
This November, visit foodartnature.ca to explore upcoming events and experience a new rhythm in the Annapolis Valley. For ideas on how to give the gift of time and new experiences to those you care about, contact us at foodartnature@gmail.com.
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light on a lesser-known side of horse training, sharing valuable lessons for readers of all ages. Nicknamed Wink, the horse is formally known as Ride the Magic—a standardbred harness racehorse born in 2010 near Baddeck.
Wolfville-area resident and poet Kevin Lakes, who authored Wink, grew up with a deep connection to horses. During the vibrant racing scene of the 1980s, Lakes and his father, Eric, trained 132 winning horses at Fredericton Raceway. Since 1994, Lakes has lived near Wolfville, where he has taught at King’s-Edgehill School. Along with his wife, Penny, and their sons, he has provided a home for retired standardbreds since 2003.
Illustrator Marilyn Curry, a self-taught artist, spent many years in Boston and Nova Scotia, where she and her husband, Rev. David Curry, raised three children. After retiring as a librarian at King’s-Edgehill School, Curry dedicated more time to art and now frequently visits Wink at his forever home to capture his spirit in her illustrations.
Lakes’ book is a fundraiser for equine welfare. Wink is available at the Benjamin Bridge Winery, near the roads Wink often travels, and also through select local booksellers.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS: EMERGENCY HOUSING WAICC Housing Committee
In 1987, the United Nations declared the International Year of Shelter for the Homeless, calling on all nations to recognize decent, safe, affordable housing as a fundamental human right. Canada’s National Housing Strategy Act, which came into effect in 2019, also affirms this right, while the Nova Scotia government has recognized affordable housing as vital for a healthy, prosperous society.
Yet, in 2024, Canada is facing an extreme housing crisis. Since the 1990s, funding cuts at all levels of government contributed to a shortage of affordable housing. Although recent grants and programs aim to stimulate construction, it will take five to 10 years to impact housing supply significantly.
The lack of affordable housing now affects people from all walks of life, with a growing number living unhoused. While shelters and transitional housing provide some options,
they are insufficient. As winter approaches, this situation has become critical.
The Wolfville and Area Inter-Church Council (WAICC), an ecumenical organization focused on promoting spiritual and material well-being in the Wolfville area, has long been involved in securing safe, affordable housing for the community. Since the 1970s, WAICC has collaborated with governments, churches, and organizations, with much of its work supported by volunteers and donations.
WAICC is once again answering the call, offering funds to address the housing emergency. Proposals and donations are welcome. For more information, visit www.waic.org and click on “Housing.”
© 2024 Rob Brezsny • freewillastrology.com • Horoscopes for November
ARIES (March 21-April 19): I rarely recommend acquisitive behavior. But my analysis of the astrological omens tells me you now have cosmic authorization to indulge in a sublime version of voracity. We might also refer to it as a license to practice a spiritually correct variety of greed. Here’s the fine print: You should NOT interpret this as permission to amass materialistic treasures and status symbols. Instead, the things you gather will be rich feelings, encounters with inspiring beauty, epiphanies about your divine purpose, and exquisite states of consciousness. You can also ask for and receive colossal supplies of love and affection.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The last time I ate a hamburger was in 1994. I doubt I will ever eat another. Why? The taste is not enjoyable to me, and no matter how well I chew it, my stomach always rebels. There’s an additional problem: For several reasons, cattle farming is a significant factor causing the climate crisis. I would rather not contribute to that decimation. Does my attitude toward hamburgers mean I am a judgmental, close-minded zealot? No, it doesn’t. I don’t proselytize to those who relish burgers, especially if they take other measures to reduce their carbon footprint. In this horoscope, dear Taurus, I am illustrating an approach I hope you will cultivate in the coming weeks. Be extra zealously devoted to your ideals and proclivities without condemning and dismissing those who don’t share them.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): There are numerous approaches to getting good results from meditation. One is to sit silently and still in a tranquil sanctuary. Another is to lie on the ground under a dark sky and beseech the stars to bestow inspiration. One of my personal favorites is to sing rowdy hymns to birds, insects, and trees while hiking vigorously in nature. How many other varieties can you imagine, Gemini? The coming weeks will be a favorable time to develop and expand your meditation skills. Here’s a key consideration: How can you achieve maximum fun while meditating? I recommend you free your mind to experiment with a host of interesting approaches.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): If there was ever an appropriate time for you to indulge in creatively rowdy thoughts and inspirationally unruly behavior, it would be now. Life is giving you license to de-emphasize decorum and formalities—and to emphasize boisterous enthusiasm and plucky adventures. For the sake of your mental health, I believe you need to engage in experimental improvisations that include maverick expressions. What areas of your life need liberation? What feelings need to be released from their constraints? What worn-out old theories and opinions should be abandoned?
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Are your talents even slightly underrated and overlooked by others, Leo? Have your gifts received less than the full appreciation they deserve? Could you be of greater service and inspiration to your fellow humans if only your offerings were better known? If you answered yes to any of those questions, I’m pleased to tell you that the coming months should bring remedies. Life will be conspiring with you to help spread your influence and boost your clout.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I wish it were true that the forces of darkness are lined up in opposition to the forces of light. Life would be so much easier for you. But I’m afraid it’s not that simple and clear. In my view, a more accurate metaphor might be that the energies of smokey grey are squaring off with the energies of dusky beige. Each side has a touch of both wrongness and rightness, a bit of ugliness and beauty. So what is the most honorable role you can play in this showdown? My suggestion is to develop a third side, an alternate way.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the early part of his career, Libran author Mario Puzo wrote short stories and novels, but never a screenplay. At age 49, he was asked by director Francis Ford Coppola to co-write the script for the film *The Godfather*. It turned out to be a sensational rookie effort. He was ultimately awarded an Academy Award for it, and later garnered another Oscar for his screenplay for *The Godfather Part II*. It was only then that
Puzo realized he had found his calling and decided he should study the art of screenwriting. In the first chapter of the first book he bought about the subject, he read with great amusement that the ideal screenplay was the one by Mario Puzo for *The Godfather*. I bring this story to your attention, Libra, because you are approaching a time with resemblances to Puzo’s situation before Coppola solicited his work. Trust your rookie instincts!
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the life cycle of a butterfly, the earliest stages are larva and pupa. As a larva, the future beauty crawls around as a caterpillar, cramming itself with nutritive substance. After it transitions into the pupa state, it’s inert for a while, working on the inside of its cocoon to transform itself into its ultimate form. I don’t want to be too literal about the comparison, but my sense is that your time as a larva will last another two months, whereupon you will begin your pupa phase. When will you emerge as a winged creature? It depends on how earnestly you work as a pupa, but I expect no later than March 2025.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Brian Wilson, co-founder of the Beach Boys, is one of the most innovative and imaginative songwriters ever. Many of his compositions have become bestselling hit tunes. But he had a rough start in his craft. The first song he ever wrote was “Surfin.’” He submitted it to fulfill an assignment in his high school music class, but his teacher gave it an F, the lowest possible grade. Fifty-eight years later, Wilson returned to the school for a visit, and the new principal changed his original grade to an A. I foresee a comparable event occurring in your life sometime soon: a vindication, restitution, or reparation.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Earlier this year, 79-year-old rock singer Rod Stewart performed his greatest hits during a multi-city tour in many countries. “I shall never retire!” he proclaimed. Can you guess what astrological sign he is? Capricorn, of course. Many members of your tribe age very well, displaying stamina and vitality into later life. I bring this to your attention because I think you are close to discovering new secrets and tricks that will serve you well as you ripen. Here are some meditations that might be helpful: 1. What haven’t you been ready to do before, but might be soon? 2. What fun things would you love to be doing years from now, and how could you seed their future growth?
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Scientists have discovered the fossil remains of over 700 dinosaur species buried underground. But the experts agree there are many more down there. Previously unknown species are still being unearthed every year. Let’s use these facts as a metaphor for your life in the coming months. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you could learn a host of fresh truths about your history. You may have imagined that your past is finished and finalized, but it’s not. I encourage you to have fun hunting for revelations and investigations that will transform the story of your life.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You haven’t fully tapped into all of your vast potentials, Pisces. Latent talents and aptitudes within you may still be at least partially dormant. It’s even possible that some of your future powers are so foreign to your self-concept that they will feel like magic when they finally come into full expression. Now here’s the very good news: The coming months will be an excellent time to figure out what you need to do to express a more complete version of yourself.
STAGE MANAGEMENT Free Workshop with Tracy Summerville MONDAY, NOV 4th & 18th
LES CONTES D’HOFFMANN MET OPERA STAGE TO SCREEN Tenor Benjamin Bernheim SUNDAY, NOV 10th
TAYLOR SWIFT TRIBUTE
UK’s ho�est tribute show with a band, dancers & costumes SATURDAY, NOV 30th
FUNDRAISER FOR SAFE HAVEN ANIMAL RESCUE
Susan Dworkin
On Sunday, November 17, at 3 p.m., Wolfville opera singer Susan Dworkin will present a solo recital with pianist Ria Kim at the KCIC Garden Room, Acadia University. Proceeds from the recital will be donated to Safe Haven Animal Rescue in Wolfville. This rescue, along with its associated organizations, is run by volunteers and urgently needs funds to feed hungry lost, abandoned, and neglected animals and to cover veterinary bills associated with their care. A suggested donation of
$15 will be accepted at the door. Attendees will receive a free raffle ticket for fabulous prizes and can purchase additional raffle tickets for $5 each to increase their chances of winning. Come out to support this worthy cause while enjoying thrilling operatic and classical music. Everyone is welcome!
For more information, please contact 902-3001001 or email susanlisadworkin@gmail.com. ❧
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This December, the Annapolis District Drama Group (ADDG) invites audiences to King’s Theatre in Annapolis Royal for a holiday panto adventure of fun, laughter, and cheer. Join folk hero Dick Whittington on his quest for fortune in “Ye Olde London Towne,” where the streets are said to be paved with gold.
With a script by Terry R. Francis and direction by Simon Bonnington, Dick Whittington and His Cat mixes humour, catchy songs, and plenty of audience participation. As Dick and his trusty feline friend navigate London’s alleyways, they face off against the dastardly King Rat and his sneaky rodent army. Expect classic panto moments of “boo” and “hiss” as the villains plot, and a hearty cheer as Dick and his friends save the day.
The show promises a lively panto experience, complete with gags, dance numbers, and
performances from familiar local actors. For Bonnington and the ADDG team, this production is a labour of love, ready to bring warmth and merriment to the community just in time for the holidays.
Show Details: - Where: King’s Theatre, Annapolis Royal
- When: Dec. 6, 7, and 8
- Tickets: Adults $20, youth (under 18) $5
- Box office: 902-532-7704
- Website: http://www.kingstheatre.ca
Prepare for a memorable evening of laughter, community, and classic British panto tradition. Grab your tickets, gather friends and family, and enjoy Dick Whittington and His Cat—a treat for all ages this holiday season!
Blomidon Book Sale!
We might just have the ideal gift for you this holiday season... There are many incredible walking trails and country roads within the view of Blomidon. There are walks across dykelands, along lakes and rivers, walks through different forest types, and along sandy and rocky shores. This intriguing book by Merritt Gibson, including naturalist drawings by Twila Robar-Decoste, provides a running commentary on the creatures and goings on in nature that you can observe on nature walks in the area across the whole year. For example, it helps you figure out where and how to
look for gray jay nests on South Mountain in February, and where to find mayflowers in the spring. It provides a bit of history about the fossils discoverable along the Minas Basin in summer, and the local orchids to search for along roadsides in the autumn.
This book is full of nature notes with more than sixty short sections that can animate your walks throughout the year. The world around us is full of living things. Take time to explore it. If you or someone on your gift list loves nature, this is the perfect gift. To receive your copy, email us at info@blomidonnaturalists.ca
* Shaded events take place weekly or more than once, as noted
FRIDAY, 1
ReconciliACTION Series — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 9am–3pm TIX: Free
Fibre Ops — Windsor Regional Library, Windsor 10am–12pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-798-5424
Super Silly Storytime — Kentville Library, Kentville 10:30–11am TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-2544
Chair Exercise — Community Hall, White Rock 11am–12pm TIX: $3 per class, drop in Textured Tissue Painting — Annapolis Royal Library, Annapolis Royal 12–1pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-2226
Caregiver Support Group — Kingston Library, Kingston 2:15–4:15pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-3631
FORGED in Translation Gallery Opening — Tides
Contemporary Art Gallery, Kentville 5–7pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-365-3322
Pork and Bean Dinner — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 5–6:30pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-538-9340
Wing Night — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 5:30–8:30pm TIX: $15 for 1 lb of wings. Tickets available at the bar during open hours Thurs - Sun INFO: 902-678-8935
Día de Muertos Supper — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 6–9pm TIX: $20 for adults, $10 for kids 11 and under! INFO: 902-582-3842
Hatfield & LeFleche — Bent Ridge Winery, Windsor 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-472-2212
Don the Wiz - Feel Good Friday — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337
Story and Song (Dave Carroll and Mike Aubé) — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm TIX: $18 advance, $20 door INFO: 902-691-2464
Songs for All Souls — St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville 7pm TIX: Donation
Jam Session — Black Rock Culture and Recreation Hall, Black Rock 7–10pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-538-1259
Halloween Dance with DJ Mike Butler — Heritage Barn, Wolfville 8pm–12am TIX: $20 +HST INFO: 902-542-5751
Hootin & Howlin Halloween Party — Community Hall, Greenwich 8pm TIX: $40
SATURDAY, 2
Breakfast — Belmont Community Hall, Newport
7:30–10am TIX: $10-12 freewill donation, Kids under 8 - $5 INFO: 902-757-0920
Breakfast — Lions Club, Kentville 8–10am TIX: $10 per Adult $5 for children under 10 INFO: 902-679-2367
Community Breakfast — Community Hall, Burlington 8am TIX: $10 Community Breakfast — Holy Trinity Church, Middleton 8–10am TIX: Freewill offering INFO: 902-765-4023
Breakfast — Lions Club, Berwick 8–11am TIX: $5 for Kids $10 for Adult Past and Present Active Members of the Canadian Armed Force who show your ID will receive FREE Breakfast INFO: 902-844-0238 Wolfville Farmers Market — Wolfville Farmers’ Market, Wolfville 8:30am–1pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-697-3344
Fall Yard Sale — Community Hall, Tupperville 8:30am–2pm TIX: Free Christmas Craft Fair — Community Hall, Sweet’s Corner 9am–1pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-798-4576
Art & Gift Sale — Fire Hall, Greenwich 9am–3pm TIX: Free Craft Sale — Black Rock Culture and Recreation Hall, Black Rock 9am–2pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-538-1259
Leaf Raking — Old Tremont Cemetery, Tremont 9–11am TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-2642
For the Love of Literacy — Louis Millett Community Complex, New Minas 9:30–11:30am TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-5760
All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Cartoon Party — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 10am–1pm TIX: $17 (Regular) $14 (Student) $12 (Child) Tickets available online in advance or at the door on Nov 2 from 9:30 on.
Christmas Craft Fair — Lions Club, Kingston 10am–4pm TIX: $1 (All proceeds going to our Lions After the Bell program) INFO: 902-765-2128
Craft Fair — Berwick & District School, Berwick 10am–3pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-690-7142
Christmas in the Country — Christmas in the Country, Waterville 10am–3pm TIX: Free Christmas Craft Fair — South Alton Community Center, Kentville 10am–3pm TIX: Free
Christmas on the Sissiboo Craft Market — St. Mary’s Bay Academy School, St. Bernard 10am–3pm TIX:
Donation INFO: 902-247-1657
Frugal Moms Toy Drive — Atlantic Superstore, Kingston 11am–2pm TIX: Free
Games Day: Board at the Library — Kingston Library, Kingston 12–2pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-3631
Oysters & Bubbly — Domaine de Grand Pré, Grand Pre 12–5pm TIX: Between $12 - $24.50 for the wine and $3 per Oyster INFO: 902-542-1753
Musical Benefit & Auction — Lions Club, Coldbrook 12–6pm TIX: Donation
Opening / Tidal Notes, Lorna Mulligan — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 12–2pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069
Opening / seek not god on the wing, but by the water, Felicity Hauwert — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 12–2pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069
Opening / All That We Are, Roxane Fiore — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 12–2pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069
Amaran — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 1:30pm TIX: Tickets $16 + booking fees, KIDS $10 + booking fees available online only
ArtBeat Lounge for Teens — 7 Arts, Greenwood 4–6pm TIX: Free
Homegrown Harvest Jamboree — Community Hall, Avondale, NS 4:20pm–12am TIX: All day passes $15. Turkey Supper — Community Hall, North Alton 4:30–6pm TIX: $15 adults, $7 ages 5-12 4 and under free INFO: 902-678-0490
Murder Mystery — Horton Ridge Malt & Grain Company, Hortonville 6–9pm TIX: $10 INFO: 902-697-3535
Catherine MacLellan Solo Show — Sea-Esta, Delhaven 7–9:30pm TIX: $40 Contact Brenda by email or phone to confirm ticket and e-transfer INFO: 902-692-1662
Celebration Dance — Louis Millett Community Complex, New Minas 7–10:30pm TIX: $22 online/ $20 cash in-person. Applewicks Craft Shoppe, 341 Main St. Wolfville, NS INFO: 902-542-3520
Salsa Dance Workshop — YogaLife, Wolfville 7–8:30pm TIX: Price is $20 per person in advance or at the door. Harvest Auction — Horton Community Centre, Grand Pre 7–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-7539
Fish & Dicks — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30pm TIX: Adults $30 Youth $10 HST additional King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
Spellbound ~ Comedy Hypnosis Show — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7:30–9pm TIX: Tickets: $20 advance / $25 door. INFO: 902-521-5890
Christmas Craft Fair — Civic Centre, Brooklyn 8–1pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-300-2356
80th Birthday Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Weymouth 8pm–12am TIX: Free INFO: 902-648-4047
SpeakEasy:Graham Howes — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm TIX: $20 Tickets must be reserved in advance. Limited tickets available! Call Ruth at 902-542-5424 or call/text 902-385-5426. INFO: 902-385-5426
Dance with DJ Fred Goucher — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am TIX: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935
SUNDAY, 3
Christmas Craft Fair — Lions Club, Kingston 10am–4pm TIX: $1 with all proceeds going to our Lions After the Bell program INFO: 902-765-2128
Community Meditation Group — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 10:30am–12pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-7993
Route Around Wayfarers’ — Wayfarers’ Ale Brewery, Port Williams 11:30am TIX: $30 INFO: 902-542-7462
Donna Holmes — Kings Arms Commons, Wolfville 12–3pm TIX: Free
Decorative Sign Workshop — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 1pm TIX: Cost is $50 with all supplies included. INFO: 902-792-6754
Long Winter Nights — The Bread Gallery, Brooklyn 2–4pm TIX: Free
Waiting for the Parade — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 2pm TIX: Adults/$18, Seniors & Students/$15, Children under 12/$7 Cash, debit or credit at the door
Reserve your seat at 902-678-8040, 24/7 Gift certificates and season passes available at Rick’s Frame and Art in New Minas and R.D. Chisholm’s in Kentville. INFO: 902-678-8040
Crochet for Beginners — 7 Arts, Greenwood 2–4pm TIX: $30 per class or $100 for all four classes.
Coactive Community Talks — Community Centre, Gaspereau 2–5pm TIX: Donation
Acoustic Jam Session — Wayfarers’ Ale Brewery, Port Williams 2–5pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-698-1660
Garden Room Concert — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 2–3pm TIX: Donation
Taproom Growlers — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 2–4pm TIX: $12 INFO: 902-542-5869
Fish & Dicks — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3pm TIX: Adults $30 Youth $10 King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
We Live in Time — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm TIX: $13 Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/ credit
Diwali in the Valley — Devour! Studios, Wolfville 6–10:30pm TIX: $10 INFO: 647-446-8480
We Live in Time — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: $13 Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/ credit
Joel Plaskett — Festival Theatre, Wolfville 7:30pm TIX: $48.30 (regular) $25 (students) Acadia Box Office INFO: 902-542-5500
Irish Session Band — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 7:30–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-0059
MONDAY, 4
Life Drawing — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 1–8pm TIX: $18 per session* ($15 per session for ARCAC Members*) INFO: 902-532-7069
Funtimers — Baptist Church, North Alton 1:30–3:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-691-3273
Queer Community Chorus — St. John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville 5:30–7pm TIX: Sliding scale for six weeks $30 - $90 / $5 - $15 per session INFO: 902-698-9611
Stage Management Workshop — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7704
Wilmot & Area Neighbourhood Watch Meeting — Wilmot Community Centre, Wilmot 6–7pm TIX: Free Oh, Canada! Family Fun — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 6pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Life Drawing — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7–9pm TIX: $18 per session* ($15 per session for ARCAC Members*) INFO: 902-532-7069
Open Mic — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8–11pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-0059
TUESDAY, 5
Communication for the Workplace — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 9am–12pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Fitness Fun for Seniors & Others — Community Hall, White Rock 9:30–10:30am TIX: $3 drop in fee.
Accessible & Adaptable Yoga — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 10–11:15am TIX: $5 INFO: 902-300-3391
T.I.M.E.™ for Balance & Movement — Community Hall, White Rock 11am–12pm TIX: $6 INFO: 902-297-7389
One-on-One Employment Services — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675
45s Card Party — Community Hall, White Rock 1:30pm TIX: $4 INFO: 902-7234
Mindfulness Meditation — Anglican Parish Hall, Berwick 3–4:30pm TIX: Free Chess Club — Kentville Library, Kentville 4–5:30pm TIX: Free
Youth Art Lessons — 7 Arts, Greenwood 4:30–5:30pm
TIX: $25/class or 4 for $80
Adult Art Lessons — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm TIX: $100 for 3 classes, or $40 drop in Song Circle Open Mic — VCLA Community Hub, Kentville 6:30–8:30pm TIX: Free
If You Give a Pig a Pancake — Virtual, Annapolis Valley 6:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Public Hearing & Municipal Council — Municipality of the County of Kings, Coldbrook 7pm TIX: Free INFO: 888-337-2999
Crib — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 7–9pm TIX: $6 INFO: 902-538-7820
Open Mic in the Barn — Heritage Barn, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-385-0590
Dukes of Kent Harmony Chorus — Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-698-2496
Soma Sessions — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7–8:30pm TIX: $25 drop in $60 3 classes $100 6 classes $15 BIPOC and economically impacted Irish Session Band — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
WEDNESDAY, 6
Computer Basics — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 9am–12pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Storytime — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 10–10:30am TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-5760
Makers Meet — Community Hall, White Rock 10am–3pm TIX: $3 drop in; no signup INFO: 902-542-3733
Harmony in Motion — 7 Arts, Greenwood 10–11:30am TIX: Free
Kentville Farmers Market — Recreation Centre, Kentville 10am–1:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-956-1822
Coffee Klatch — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 10:30–11:30am TIX: Free INFO: 902-684-0103
Babies and Books — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 11:30am–12pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-5760
Well-Come Wednesdays! — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 12–2pm TIX: $7 INFO: 902-385-5426
Fibre Craft — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-684-0103
Open House — PeopleWorx, Coldbrook 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675
Open House — PeopleWorx, Middleton 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675
Open House — PeopleWorx, Annapolis Royal 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675
Games — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 6–9:30pm TIX: Free Tai Chi and Qigong — Lions Club, Wolfville 6–7:30pm TIX: $10 per class
All levels Dance Program — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 6–9pm TIX: $135 per person for the 9 week session. Drop in classes are limited to 3 people per class and are available for $20/class.
Fun With Fibre — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6:30–8:30pm TIX: Donation
Accessible & Adaptable Yoga — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 7–8:15pm TIX: $5 INFO: 902-300-3391
The Movie Man — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm TIX: $13 Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/credit Trivia Nite — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
Trivia Nite — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-0059
Planet Measha — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 9–11:30pm TIX: Adult $96.03 + tax Student $73.03 + tax Acadia Box Office INFO: 902-542-2337
THURSDAY, 7
Nova Scotia Music Week — Devour! Studios, Wolfville 11am TIX: $15+ INFO: 902-423-6271
Farmers Market — Greenwood Mall, Greenwood 11am–4pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-847-5311
Irish Set Dancing — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 1–3pm TIX: $6 per person INFO: 902-679-9267
Scholastic Book Fair — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 1:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-5760
New & Expectant Male Identifying Caregivers — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-698-2483
Digital Art for Teens — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm TIX: $25 per class or $90 for all four Moose or Mouse? — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 6pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Kentville Book League — Kentville Library, Kentville 6:30–7:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-2544
Trivia Night — Oaken Barrel Pub, Greenwood 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-8933
Acoustic Jam Session — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7–9pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-698-9611
45’s — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 7–9:30pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-582-3157
Digital Art for Adults — 7 Arts, Greenwood 7–8pm TIX: $25 per class or $90 for all four Jacob Newcombe — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 8–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
FRIDAY, 8
Online and Job Search — PeopleWorx, Coldbrook 9:30–11:30am TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675
Seniors Fun Afternoon — Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston 1–3:30pm TIX: $2. INFO: 902-765-4228 Nova Scotia Music Week — Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons, Wolfville 6pm TIX: $35+ INFO: 902-423-6271
Paul Brushett — Bent Ridge Winery, Windsor 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-472-2212
Fish & Dicks — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: $25 general $15 students/under-waged INFO: 902-680-8786
Adam Hillman - Feel Good Friday — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337
Homemade Apple Pies — Community Hall, White Rock 7–9pm TIX: $12 INFO: 902-542-7073
Joel Plaskett — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30pm TIX: Adults $50 Youth: $25 HST additional King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
Floating at Ease on Lake Midway Closing Concert — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7069
SATURDAY, 9
Community Breakfast — Masonic Hall, Berwick 7:30–10:30am TIX: $12 Adults $6 Children (12 and under) INFO: 902-538-5888
Community Pancake Breakfast — Pereaux Baptist Church, Pereau 8–10am TIX: $10 Adults and $5 for children 12 and under. INFO: 902-582-3058
Breakfast — Lions Club, Kingston 8–10am TIX: Adults $12 Youth (6-12 yrs) $6 Child (5 yrs & under) FREE!! INFO: 902-765-2128
Craft Fair — Lake Paul & Lake George Community Centre, Lake Paul 10am–3pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-321-4115
Christmas Craft Fair Fundraiser — Town Hall, Berwick 10am–2pm TIX: Free
Christmas Craft Fundraiser — Black River and District Community Hall, Black River 10am–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-3180
Homemade Apple Pies — Community Hall, White Rock 10am–12pm TIX: $12 INFO: 902-542-7073
Local Vendor/Craft Fair — Community Centre, Port Williams 10am–3pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-698-1777
Craft and Small Business Fair — Fire Hall, Kentville 10am–3pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-719-6288
Frugal Moms Toy Drive — Fire Hall, New Minas 10am–2pm TIX: Free
Oysters & Bubbly — Domaine de Grand Pré, Grand Pre 12–5pm TIX: Between $12 - $24.50, $3 per Oyster INFO: 902-542-1753
Makers Space — 7 Arts, Greenwood 12:30–3:30pm TIX: $10 per project. Take and Make kits starting at $5 45s Card Tournament — Belmont Community Hall, Newport 1–4pm TIX: $5 per person - $5 for 50/50 INFO: 902-757-0920
Fish & Dicks — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 2–4pm TIX: $25 general $15 students/under-waged INFO: 902-680-8786
Syrian Supper — Lions Club, Wolfville 4–6pm TIX: $18 adult $8 children INFO: 902-684-0524
Pancakes with a Purpose — Avon United Church, Hantsport 5–7pm TIX: Pay What You Can! INFO: 902-684-0211
Nova Scotia Music Week — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 6pm TIX: $35+ INFO: 902-423-6271
Pop up Dinner with Joanne McDow — Horton Ridge Malt & Grain Company, Hortonville 6–8pm TIX: $37 Purchase tickets on the Horton Ridge website or at the bar. INFO: 902-697-3535
The Mark Riley Project — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 7–9pm TIX: $20per person 21 School Street, Middleton, NS INFO: 902-825-6116
Cassie Noble & Gamekeeper — Dawn Oman Art Gallery, Bridgetown 7–9pm TIX: Admmision is $20. Call 902-588-2002 to reserve seating for yourself or your group. INFO: 902-588-2002
ArtCan Gallery Opening — ArtCan Gallery & Cafe, Canning 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-7071
Terra Spencer — The Mermaid, Windsor 8pm TIX: $34 + hst INFO: 902-798-5841
SpeakEasy: Cherie and Friends — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm TIX: $15 Tickets must be reserved in advance. Limited tickets available! Call Ruth at 902-542-5424 or call/text 902-385-5426. INFO: 902-385-5426
Dance with The Island Boys — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm TIX: $10 for Dance only $20 for Dinner & Dance (must purchase tickets in advance at bar by Nov 3rd) INFO: 902-678-8935
SUNDAY, 10
Holiday Craft Expo — Louis Millett Community Complex, New Minas 10am–3pm TIX: $2 entry INFO: 902-681-6577
Special Remembrance Day Event — Baptist Church, Gaspereau 10–11am TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-1787 Music Nova Scotia Music & Industry Awards — Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons, Wolfville 11am–1pm TIX: $40 INFO: 902-423-6271
Period Positivity Party — Private Residence, White Rock 12–3pm TIX: $35-50 (sliding scale) Please email me directly to reserve your spot! Maximum 10 parent/preteen pairs. INFO: 437-351-7755
Community Arts Day — Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning 1–4pm TIX: Recommended donation of $5 pp or $15 per family. INFO: 902-582-3842
Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail Hike — Wilderness Trail, Delaps Cove 1pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-565-8891
Offenbach’s Les Contes D’Hoffmann Stage to Screen — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3pm TIX: $15.95 King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
Who Will Remember? — United Church, Aylesford 3pm TIX: Donation
Lee — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–6pm TIX: $13
Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/credit
Lee — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: $13
Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/credit Sunday Session: Jamie Junger & Friends — Avon United Church, Hantsport 7–8:30pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-684-0211
Praise Concert — St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kentville 7–8:30pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-385-1515
A Woman’s Face — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7pm TIX: Entry by donation, suggested $10 INFO: 902-532-7069
TUESDAY, 12
Annual General Meeting — Food Bank, Berwick 10–11am TIX: Free INFO: 902-538-1996
The Double Life of Véronique — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7pm TIX: By Donation, Suggested $10 INFO: 902-532-7069
Harry Manx — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–10:30pm TIX: Adults $45 • Members $35 • Military $40 • Students $25 INFO: 902-825-6834
WEDNESDAY, 13
AVRCE Job Fair — Valley African Nova Scotian Development Association, Kentville 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-7469
Recreational Crokinole Tournament — The Church Brewing Company, Wolfville 6:30–9:30pm TIX: $15
registration, $10 for club members
Trivia Night — Wayfarers’ Ale Brewery, Port Williams 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-7462
Saturday Night — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal
7–8:49pm TIX: $10.95 Adult $6.95 Youth (under 18) (HST additional) King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
THURSDAY, 14
Fitness Fun for Seniors & Others — Community Hall, White Rock 9:30–10:30am TIX: $3 drop in fee.
Irish Set Dancing — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 1–3pm TIX: $6 per person INFO: 902-679-9267
AUSOM Series - Magdalena von Eccher — Harvey
Denton Hall, Wolfville 1pm TIX: Free
Senior Drum Circle — 7 Arts, Greenwood 1–2pm TIX:
Free
Artist Residencies / What, Why, How? — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 1–3pm TIX: Fee: $10 recommended donation INFO: 902-532-7069 INFO: 902-245-2163
Wreath Making — Community Hall, Sweet’s Corner 6pm TIX: $40 INFO: 902-300-2356
Digital Art for Teens — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm TIX: $25 per class
Moose or Mouse? — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 6pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Trivia Night — Oaken Barrel Pub, Greenwood 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-765-8933
Acoustic Jam Session — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7–9pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-698-9611
Wolfville and Area Newcomers Club — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: Free Digital Art for Adults — 7 Arts, Greenwood 7–8pm TIX: $25 per class
North Grand Pre Church Ghost Talk — Community Church, North Grand Pre 7:45–9:45pm TIX: $25 Adult $20 Student $45 Double-Pack + booking fee. HST included Cash-only at the ‘door’ before the show INFO: 902-692-8546
Tanner & Arron — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 8–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
FRIDAY, 15
Acadia Christmas Craft Expo — Acadia Athletics Complex, Wolfville 12–8pm TIX: Adults – $8 Student/ Senior (over 65+ years) – $6 Children 12 & under – FREE Includes a weekend pass bracelet. INFO: 902-679-7177
Music Jam with Maura — 7 Arts, Greenwood 1–3pm
TIX: Donation
Acadia Lunchtime Learning — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 2–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-679-8604
Morgan Davis — Bent Ridge Winery, Windsor 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-472-2212
Guy Paul Thibault - Feel Good Friday — Millstone
Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337
Youth Open Mic — Ross Creek Annex, Canning
7–9:30pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-698-9611
Howlin at the Moon — Heritage Barn, Wolfville
7–9:30pm TIX: Tickets $25+HST or $30 at the door INFO: 902-542-5751
Music & Friends For Cats — Kings Theatre, Annapolis
Royal 7pm TIX: $26 King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
SATURDAY, 16
Big Breakfast — Community Hall, Centreville 7–10am
TIX: Adults $10 Children under 10 - $5 INFO: 902-678-3999
BIG Breakfast — Lions Club, Wolfville 8–10am TIX: $10 for adults, $5 children under 10. INFO: 902-542-4508
SPCA Christmas Craft & Vendor Sale — Royal Canadian Legion, Windsor 9am–2pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-798-4428
Craft and Vendor Sale — Community Centre, Greenwood 10am–2pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-599-1833
Art Show and Sale — Royal Canadian Legion, Wolfville 10am–5pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-4448 Acadia
Christmas Craft Expo — Acadia Athletics Complex, Wolfville 10am–6pm TIX: Adults – $8 Student/Senior (over 65+ years) – $6 Children 12 & under – FREE
Includes a weekend pass bracelet. INFO: 902-679-7177
Ticket Auction Benefit — Royal Canadian Legion, Bridgetown 10am–4pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-799-1255
Nature Immersion in the Acadian Forest — McMaster Mill Historic Park, Kingston 1–4pm TIX: $80 per adult (14+) + HST + booking fee, $50 per child (7-14) + HST + booking fee. Children under 7 are free.
Coactive Community Talks — Community Hall, Morristown, Berwick 1–4pm TIX: Donation
Jam Session — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 2–5pm TIX: Free Piece By Piece — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3–4:33pm TIX: $10.95 Adult $6.95 Youth (under 18) (HST additional) King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
Holiday Parade of Lights — Louis Millett Community Complex, New Minas 6–7pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-681-6577
Kizomba Dance Workshop — YogaLife, Wolfville 7–8:30pm TIX: Price is $20 per person in advance or at the door.
Cocktails & Holiday Lights — Benjamin Bridge, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: $30 per person INFO: 902-542-1560
Wartime Social - 40’s Dance — Fire Hall, Kentville 8–11pm TIX: $35 in Advance $40 at Door Kings County Museum, 37 Bridge Street Kentville NS INFO: 902-678-6237
SpeakEasy: Shirley Jackson & her Good Rockin’ Daddies — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm TIX: $20 Tickets must be reserved in advance. Limited tickets available! Call Ruth at 902-542-5424 or call/text 902-385-5426. INFO: 902-385-5426
Dance with Rick Hebb — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am TIX: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935
SUNDAY, 17
Acadia Christmas Craft Expo — Acadia Athletics Complex, Wolfville 10am–4pm TIX: Adults – $8 Student/Senior (over 65+ years) – $6 Children 12 & under – FREE Includes a weekend pass bracelet. INFO: 902-679-7177
Beginner Cabin Building — MareGold Retreat Centre, Victoria Beach 10am–4:30pm TIX: $199.99
Community Meditation Group — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 10:30am–12pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-542-7993
Holiday Market at Meander — Meander River Farm, Newport 11am–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-757-3484
Harry Potter Tea Party — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 12–3pm TIX: $45/person INFO: 902-582-2337
Annapolis Valley Forest Bathing — McMaster Mill Historic Park, Kingston 1–5pm TIX: $140 per adult (14+) + HST + booking fee, $100 per child (7-14) + HST + booking fee. Children under 7 are free. Photography Fundamentals Workshop — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 1–5pm TIX: $55 ($50 for ARCAC Members) *If cost is a barrier to participation, contact admin@arcac.ca to discuss available options such as reduced fee or paying in installments. INFO: 902-532-7069
Fall Painting Fun-draiser — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 1pm TIX: $25 INFO: 902-792-6754
Crochet for Beginners — 7 Arts, Greenwood 2–4pm TIX: $30 per class.
Sofa Sundays — Avon River Heritage Museum, Newport Landing 3–5pm TIX: $10 or PWYC INFO: 902-757-1718
Susan Sings in the Garden Room — K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre, Wolfville 3–4pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-300-1001
A Different Man — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–9pm TIX: $13 Tickets also available a the door, cash/debit/ credit INFO: 902-542-3344
Alabama & Zac Brown Double Tribute — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30pm TIX: Adults $40 Youth $10 HST additional King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
MONDAY, 18
Life Through a Mask — 7 Arts, Greenwood 11am–1pm TIX: Free
Life Drawing — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 1–8pm TIX: $18 per session* ($15 per session for ARCAC Members*) INFO: 902-532-7069
Community Supper — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 3–6pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-582-3842 Stage Management Workshop — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-532-7704
Life Drawing — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7–9pm TIX: $18 per session* ($15 per session for ARCAC Members*) INFO: 902-532-7069 Open Mic — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8–11pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-0059
TUESDAY, 19
Committee of the Whole — Municipality of the County of Kings, Coldbrook 9am TIX: Free INFO: 888-337-2999 Fitness
Fun for Seniors & Others — Community Hall, White Rock 9:30–10:30am TIX: $3 drop in fee.
Accessible & Adaptable Yoga — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 10–11:15am TIX: $5 INFO: 902-300-3391
Resume/Cover Letter Workshop — PeopleWorx, Coldbrook 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675 One-on-One Employment Services — Berwick and District Library, Berwick 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675 45s Card Party — Community Hall, White Rock 1:30pm TIX: $4 INFO: 902-7234
Open Mic in the Barn — Heritage Barn, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-385-0590
ArtChat with Art21 / Decolonize — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 7pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-532-7069
WEDNESDAY, 20
Harmony in Motion — 7 Arts, Greenwood 10–11:30am TIX: Free Kentville Makers Meet — Community Hall, White Rock 10am–3pm TIX: $3 drop in; no signup INFO: 902-542-3733
Take Out Luncheon — United Baptist Church, Port Williams 11:30am–12:30pm TIX: $10. INFO: 902-542-3681
Paint Night — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 6:30–9:30pm TIX: $30 INFO: 902-582-2337
Dessert Contest & Tea — Waterville and District Fire Department, Cambridge 7pm TIX: Donation Lee — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7–8:45pm TIX: $10.95 Adult $6.95 Youth (HST additional) King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
The Outrun — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm TIX: $13 Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/credit Trivia Nite — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
Trivia Nite — Paddy’s Pub, Wolfville 8–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-0059
THURSDAY,
21
Death Café — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 10–11:30am TIX: Free INFO: 902-452-4357
ReconciliACTION Series — Sheldon L. Fountain Learning Commons, Wolfville 3–8:30pm TIX: Free
Nickel Auction — Civic Centre, Brooklyn 6pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-300-2356
Digital Art for Teens — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm TIX: $25 per class
Acoustic Jam Session — Ross Creek Annex, Canning 7–9pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-698-9611
Rescue Train Halifax Explosion — Main Street Station, Kentville 7–8:30pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-678-8202
Digital Art for Adults — 7 Arts, Greenwood 7–8pm TIX: $25 per class
Kiss Me Kate — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 7pm TIX: $14.78 + HST Tickets also available at the door, cash/ debit/credit. INFO: 902-542-3344
45’s — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 7–9:30pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-582-3157
Justin Wood — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 8–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
FRIDAY, 22
PD Day Camp — Ross Creek Centre for the Arts, Canning 9am–5pm TIX: $75 — registration includes all materials, and a tasty homemade meal. INFO: 902-582-3842
Seniors Fun Afternoon — Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston 1–3:30pm TIX: $2. INFO: 902-765-4228
Chili TakeOut — Black River and District Community Hall, Black River 4–6pm TIX: $12 INFO: 902-542-4548
Tom Richards Trio — Bent Ridge Winery, Windsor 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-472-2212
Jill Boudreau & Jade Johnson — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337
A Bluesy night with Country Barn Dance with DJ Bryan — Heritage Barn, Wolfville 9–1pm TIX: $20 +HST INFO: 902-385-0590
SATURDAY, 23
Growing Together Through Grief Literacy — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 9–11am TIX: Free INFO: 403-467-7923
Craft & Vendor Sale — Community Hall, South Berwick 10am–2pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-599-1833 Bear River Winter Craft Fair — Oakdene Centre, Bear River 10am–3pm TIX: $2
United Tapestry Holiday Market — North Mountain United Tapestry, Harbourville 10am–2pm TIX: Free Frugal Moms Toy Drive and Food Drive — Centre Square, Kentville 10am–2pm TIX: Donation Family Paint Party — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 10am–12pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
Candy Cane Christmas Tea — First Cornwallis Baptist Church, Upper Canard 11:30am–1:30pm TIX: Adults = $10 Ages 5-12 = $5 INFO: 902-678-1934
Navigating Finances & Workers Rights — Kings County Family Resource Centre, Kentville 12–2pm TIX: Free
Makers Space — 7 Arts, Greenwood 12:30–3:30pm TIX: $10 per project. Take and Make kits starting at $5 Heritage Bake Sale — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 1–5pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-825-6116
Crib Tournament — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 1–4pm TIX: $11 INFO: 902-538-7820
Old Fashioned Tea — Community Hall, Canaan 2–4pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-691-1090 ArtBeat Lounge for Teens — 7 Arts, Greenwood 4–6pm TIX: Free Casual Crokinole Social — Horton Ridge Malt & Grain Company, Hortonville 6–9pm TIX: Free Cocktails & Holiday Lights — Benjamin Bridge, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: $30 INFO: 902-542-1560
Lennie Gallant — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30pm TIX: Adults: $48 Youth: $20 King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
Brent Butt — The Mermaid, Windsor 8–10pm TIX: $50 + hst INFO: 902-798-5841
Jah’Mila — Evergreen Theatre, Margaretsville 8–10:30pm TIX: Adults $40 • Members $ 30 • Military $35 • Students $20 INFO: 902-825-6834 Christmas
Dance — Community Centre, Port Williams 8–11pm TIX: $15 per person INFO: 902-698-2806 SpeakEasy:
The Sequels — Community Hall, West Brooklyn 8–11pm TIX: $20 Tickets must be reserved in advance. Limited tickets available! Call Ruth at 902-542-5424 or call/text 902-385-5426. INFO: 902-385-5426
Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 8–11pm TIX: $15 Berwick Legion Dance with Slightly Slanted — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am TIX: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935 SUNDAY, 24
Holiday Community Market — Lions Club, Canning 9am–1pm TIX: Donation Forests and Health Workshop — Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area, West Dalhousie 10am–3pm TIX: This event is free, but donations are very much appreciated. Suggested amount is $10. Please send e-transfer to Wil Brunner at softpinewellness@gmail.com or email to discuss other options. INFO: 705-279-4479
Kinette Ticket Auction — Meadowview Community Centre, Kentville 11am–2pm TIX: Free Crochet for Beginners — 7 Arts, Greenwood 2–4pm TIX: $30 per class
Exploring Food and Wine: An Educational Experience — Planters Ridge Winery & Vineyard, Port Williams 2–3:30pm TIX: $60 INFO: 902-542-2711
Bookworm — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 3–4:43pm TIX: $10.95 Adult $6.95 Youth (under 18) (HST additional) King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
The Wild Robot — Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville 4–9pm TIX: $13 Tickets also available at the door, cash/debit/ credit INFO: 902-542-3344
MONDAY, 25
Life Drawing — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 1–8pm TIX: $18 per session* ($15 per session for ARCAC Members*) INFO: 902-532-7069
Oh, Canada! Family Fun — Hants Learning Network Association, Windsor 6pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-792-6754
TUESDAY, 26
Accessible & Adaptable Yoga — Windermere Community Hall, Berwick 10–11:15am TIX: $5 INFO: 902-300-3391
Seniors Meet & Greet — Community Hall, Canaan 11am–2pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-4469
NOV 1, 2024–NOV 30, 2024
Interview Skills Workshop — PeopleWorx, Coldbrook 1–3pm TIX: Free INFO: 866-609-9675 Watercolour
Christmas Card Workshop — 7 Arts, Greenwood 1–3pm TIX: $35
45s Card Party — Community Hall, White Rock 1:30pm TIX: $4 INFO: 902-7234
The Irish Descendants Christmas — Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: $35+ HST INFO: 902-542-5751
Dukes of Kent Harmony Chorus — Bethany Memorial Baptist Church, Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-698-2496
WEDNESDAY, 27
Storytime — Wolfville Memorial Library, Wolfville 10–10:30am TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-5760 Harmony in Motion — 7 Arts, Greenwood 10–11:30am TIX: Free Kentville Farmers Market — Recreation Centre, Kentville 10am–1:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-956-1822
Makers Meet & Christmas Ornaments — Community Hall, White Rock 10am–3pm TIX: $3 drop in; no signup INFO: 902-542-3733
Coffee Klatch — Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library, Hantsport 10:30–11:30am TIX: Free INFO: 902-684-0103
Book Club — Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library, Port Williams 2:30–3:30pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-542-3005
Fun With Fibre — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6:30–8:30pm TIX:
Donation
CFUW Wolfville — Wu Welcome Centre, Wolfville 7–9pm TIX: Free
Trivia Nite — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199
THURSDAY, 28
Irish Set Dancing — Bishop Hall, Greenwich 1–3pm TIX:
$6 per person INFO: 902-679-9267 Digital Art for Teens — 7 Arts, Greenwood 6–7pm TIX: $25 per class
Funny Fundraiser for Bruin — Michelin Sports and Social Club, Waterville 7–10pm TIX: $20 If you would like to purchase tickets and avoid the admin fee on Eventbrite, you can purchase in advance from Andrea Pothier by emailing andreachabot@hotmail.com INFO: 902-300-2574 Digital Art for Adults — 7 Arts, Greenwood 7–8pm TIX: $25 per class
THANK YOU FROM THE HEART!
Chloe Shackelton
The inaugural heART of the Valley Art Show & Sale took place at the Macdonald Museum in Middleton from Sept. 11 to Oct. 5, showcasing Annapolis County’s only Canada Culture Days activities. The museum was proud to host this interactive exhibit, which concluded with events like Scottish barrel stave sign making and Mi’kmaq quill insertion arts. The heART show featured professional artists, community hobbyists, and youth from Bear River to Kentville to Dartmouth, celebrating artistic expressions of love.
Visitors were invited to vote on their favourite pieces in three categories. Over the nine-day voting period, 150 ballots were cast, and the “People’s Choice Awards” reception took place on Sept. 26, where the final votes were quickly counted, and winners announced.
It was a close contest! Congratulations to our talented winners: Ann Marie Lowe took home the $250 prize in the “Artists & Artisans” category for Gentle Nudge, Peggy Jefferson won the $100 “Community Artist” prize for The Love of Camping, Jacqueline Kucharski received the “Youth Artist” award for Poppies, and Rankin Bruce received “Youth Honourable Mention” for All the Colours, both receiving art supply packages.
Of the 50 entries, 36 were available for sale, and 12 pieces were sold as part of the
fundraiser. Congratulations to Karen Beals, Mason Beals, Virginia Bergmann, Patricia June Bruce, Rankin Bruce, Claire Grazette, Rowen Harrison, Peggy Jefferson, Sarah Kucharski, Maria Morrison, Chloe Shackelton, and Avery Vidito on their sales.
Thanks to all participating artists, their families, and friends, and to the community members who attended to vote, shop, or donate to our fundraising efforts. Special thanks to Director Claire Grazette, Bonnie Veinot, the board members who supported this new initiative, the volunteers who made each event seamless, and local singer-songwriter Lorne Allan, who provided musical entertainment at the reception.
The event was well received, and there’s already talk of a 2025 heART show. To join the mailing list, email heartofthevalleyartshow@ gmail.com or follow the Macdonald Museum on Facebook (@AnnapolisValleyMacdonaldMuseum) and Instagram (@macdonaldmuseum) for updates.
The museum has more events planned for the year, including concerts by the Mark Riley Project and Meegan & Jade, Chilifest and Heritage Bake Sale, and the Annual Christmas Craft Fair. Visit macdonaldmuseum.ca/eventlist for more information.
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In music, harmony is the simultaneous combination of different musical notes to create a pleasing sound. More broadly, it signifies unity, balance, and agreement among various elements, fostering peace and cooperation in relationships, communities, and ideas.
45’s — Royal Canadian Legion, Canning 7–9:30pm TIX: $2 INFO: 902-582-3157
The Holiday Nutcrackers Comedy Show — Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston 8–12pm TIX: $25 per person INFO: 902-765-4920
The Barkhouse Boys — Paddy’s Pub, Kentville 8–10pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-678-3199 FRIDAY, 29
Christmas Craft Fair — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 5–9pm TIX: $2 per person, children 12 and under are free INFO: 902-825-6116
John Tetrault Trio — Bent Ridge Winery, Windsor 6–8pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-472-2212 Victorian Christmas — O’Dell House Museum, Annapolis Royal 6–8pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-532-7754
Inigo Cuartero - Feel Good Friday — Millstone Harvest Brewhouse, Sheffield Mills 7–9pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-582-2337
Cinderella, the Panotomime — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7pm TIX: Adults/$18, Seniors & Students/$15, Children under 12/$7 Cash, debit, or credit at the door. INFO: 902-678-8040
Line Dance with Sweet Bean — Community Hall, Greenwich 8pm TIX: $20 advance / $25 at the door INFO: 902-698-9611 Here — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 8–9:44pm TIX: $10.95 Adult $6.95 Youth (under 18) (HST additional) King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
SATURDAY, 30
Breakfast with Santa — Lawrencetown Consolidated School, Lawrencetown 8:30am–12pm TIX: Adults $5
Children $3 INFO: 902-824-0944
Holiday Market — Lions Club, Kentville 9am–2pm TIX: $2 entrance fee INFO: 902-679-2367 Hometown
Christmas Craft Fair — Royal Canadian Legion, Berwick 10am–4pm TIX: $2 entry fee, children under 12 are free (all proceeds are donated to the Berwick Legion) INFO: 902-691-3512
Sign Painting Party — Community Hall, Canaan 10am–12:30pm TIX: $55 INFO: 902-670-6305 Workshop / Ink, Letters and Lines — ARTSPLACE, Annapolis Royal 10am–2pm TIX: $110 ($100 for ARCAC Members) *If cost is a barrier to participation, contact admin@arcac.ca to discuss available options such as reduced fee or paying in installments. INFO: 902-532-7069 African Violet Society — Community Hall, Nicholsville 1–4pm TIX: Free INFO: 902-825-4600 Crib Tournament — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 1pm TIX: $20 per team of 2. Optional $2 for high hand. INFO: 902-678-8935
Sign Painting Party — Community Hall, Canaan 2–4:30pm TIX: $55 INFO: 902-670-6305
Ian Janes Solo Show — Sea-Esta, Delhaven 7–9:30pm TIX: $30 Email or call Brenda to confirm your seat and e-transfer INFO: 902-692-1662 Tango Dance Workshop — YogaLife, Wolfville 7–8:30pm TIX: Price is $20 per person in advance or at the door.
Cinderella, the Panotomime — CentreStage Theatre, Kentville 7pm TIX: Adults/$18, Seniors & Students/$15, Children under 12/$7 Cash, debit, or credit at the door. INFO: 902-678-8040 Victorian Christmas — O’Dell House Museum, Annapolis Royal 7–9pm TIX: Donation INFO: 902-532-7754
A Tribute to Taylor Swift — Kings Theatre, Annapolis Royal 7:30pm TIX: All tickets: $65 HST additional King’s Theatre Box Office Hours: Tue - Fri 10am - 3pm INFO: 902-532-7704
Dance — Royal Canadian Legion, Kingston 8–12pm TIX: $10 per person INFO: 902-765-4920
Fundraiser Dance — Community Centre, Gaspereau 8–11:30pm TIX: $20 INFO: 902-542-3158 Dance with Route 12 — Royal Canadian Legion, Kentville 9pm–12am TIX: $10 INFO: 902-678-8935
Christmas Craft Fair — Macdonald Museum, Middleton 10–4pm TIX: $2 per person, children 12 and under are free INFO: 902-825-6116
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Community Meditation Group: Learn to explore your experiences. Sitting and walking meditation, readings, and discussion (tea, cookies). All are welcome. Bishop Hall, Greenwich. Every Sunday 10:30am – 12pm. INFO: 902-542-7993
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MEASHA BRUEGGERGOSMAN-LEE BRINGS “ZOMBIE BLIZZARD” TO WOLFVILLE’S CHURCH BREWING COMPANY AHEAD OF NS MUSIC WEEK
Paul Clarke
Internationally renowned soprano Measha Brueggergosman-Lee will perform Zombie Blizzard, a concert blending classical aria and jazz-influenced art song, on Nov. 6 at the Church Brewing Company in Wolfville. This show, part of the lead-up to Nova Scotia Music Week, showcases Brueggergosman-Lee’s powerful voice and stage presence, honed through performances with major orchestras and concert halls worldwide.
Zombie Blizzard, composed by Aaron Davis with poetry by Margaret Atwood, explores themes of sexism, gender inequality, and
grief, with touches of humour. The work mixes the traditional form of the concert aria with jazz spontaneity. Davis, a founding member of both Manteca and the Holly Cole Trio, brings a distinctive creativity to Zombie Blizzard, influenced by his extensive experience in jazz and classical music. He has earned Juno and Gemini awards and has composed scores for more than 120 films.
Brueggergosman-Lee’s career is marked by versatility and depth, which have propelled her to stages such as New York’s Carnegie Hall and London’s Wigmore Hall. As the artist-in-residence for Canada’s Opera Atelier,
she has made a lasting impact on the classical music scene, both in Canada and globally. This year, she was honoured with the Governor General’s Award for Lifetime Achievement in Classical Music.
In addition to her musical achievements, Brueggergosman-Lee is known for her advocacy work. She serves as a brand ambassador for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind and holds several honorary doctorates.
For fans of both classical and contemporary music, Zombie Blizzard promises an evening of profound artistic expression, merging words
and music to tackle meaningful issues. The performance at Church Brewing Company offers an unforgettable experience for Nova Scotia audiences.
Tickets are available at Church Brewing Company’s website, with proceeds supporting Brueggergosman-Lee’s work and passion for the arts. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience one of Canada’s most captivating voices live in Wolfville on Nov. 6..
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