August

Horse Camp -Four day horse camp August 19th-22nd - Learn about grooming and horse care, groundwork and riding lessons - Call or message  902-254-4262 to sign up - Spirit Reins Ranch - 432 Prospect Road - Parrsboro

8am-8:45am - Yoga With Charlene - Gentle yoga, all levels - No pre-registration needed - $8/class or $40 for a 6 class punch card - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

9:30am-10:40am - Yoga with Will - Back to basics yoga for all levels, ages and abilities - By donation ($10 suggested) - Contact wpbollwerk@gmail.com to pre-register 24hrs in advance - On the deck at Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

9:45am - NS Walks Advocate - Everyone welcome to come out to join this free, gentle & friendly walk group - Register at NSWalks website - Check this FB site for posts about location details or call 902-932-4969 - Advocate Harbour

10am-11:30am - Family Outing with Maggie's Place - Contact ashley@maggiesplace.ca or  902-890-2379 for details - Five Islands Provincial Park - 618 Bentley Branch Road - Five Islands

10:30am-3:30pm - Let's Talk Career Presentation - Drop in anytime during the scheduled hours - This includes career planning, job search, resumé building & business planning - Ages 14-18 and parents are welcome to attend - For more info email kaitlyn.macdonald@cansa.ca or alex.brown@cansa.ca - Fire Hall - 252 Willow Street - Parrsboro

1:30pm-3pm - Mindfulness For Stress Relief - This beginner-friendly workshop will introduce mindfulness techniques that help reduce stress, build resilience and support overall well-being - Free - To register or learn more call902-661-2578 or contact Cumberland.Wellness@NSHealth.ca - Fundy Geological Museum - 162 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

6pm - Lions BINGO  - Play on TV, online, at the Lion's Den (210 King Street Parrsboro), at Two Islands Brewing (169 Main Street Parrsboro), or at the Legion (56 Moore Street Parrsboro) - cards available at many local businesses

6:30pm - Parrsboro Pacers - NS Walks Parrsboro weekly walking group -Everyone welcome - 45-60 minute walk - Meet at The Bandstand - Main Street - Parrsboro

Horse Camp -Four day horse camp August 19th-22nd - Learn about grooming and horse care, groundwork and riding lessons - Call or message  902-254-4262 to sign up - Spirit Reins Ranch - 432 Prospect Road - Parrsboro

8am-8:45am - Bodypump - Bodypump is a toning class using light weights and resistance bands suitable for all fitness levels - Equipment is available for use - No pre-registration needed - $8/class or $40 for a 6 class punch card - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

10am-10:30am - Low Impact Cardio Class - Come out for some energizing joint friendly movement - Great music & great moves suitable for all fitness levels - Bring water & indoor sneakers - $5/person - Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

11am-7pm - Flippin' Mike's Food Truck - Gourmet burgers & fries - Click the link for their website with menu & updated location info - Weather permitting - Fundy Geological Museum - 162 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

2pm-4pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

6m-7pm - Roller Rink - Bring your own roller skates - Helmets mandatory (limited quantities available to borrow) - Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for their actions - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

6pm - Ladies Night Golf - Random team 9 hole scramble with a shotgun start - Parrsboro Golf Club - 984 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

7:30pm - Wednesday Movies at The Hall - Showing Rumours - A 2024 comedy/horror - Big screen - Comfy seating - Canteen open for snacks including fresh popcorn - Hearing assistance devices available - Admission by donation  - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro

7:30pm-9:30pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

Horse Camp -Four day horse camp August 19th-22nd - Learn about grooming and horse care, groundwork and riding lessons - Call or message  902-254-4262 to sign up - Spirit Reins Ranch - 432 Prospect Road - Parrsboro

8am-8:45am - Yoga With Charlene - Gentle yoga, all levels - No pre-registration needed - $8/class or $40 for a 6 class punch card - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

9:15am-10:15am - YMCA Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Indoor sneakers required - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior - Volunteer instructor Phyllis Y. - St. Brigid's Hall - 346 Main Street - Parrsboro

9:45am - NS Walks Advocate - Everyone welcome to come out to join this free, gentle & friendly walk group - Register at NSWalks website - Check this FB site for posts about location details or call 902-932-4969 - Advocate Harbour

10am-2pm - Beachside Hookers & Fibre Artists - New members are always welcome & encouraged to bring along their projects to work on - Beginners welcome - Snacks & drinks are available for purchase - Ottawa House Museum - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

4pm-Close - Thursday night is Wing Night at Two Islands Brewing - Parrsboro

7pm-9pm - Story Time at The Ottawa House - An evening of stories that weave us together, turn moments into meaning and give our lives colour, depth & connection - Price $3/person or $5/couple - Ottawa House Museum - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

7:30pm-9:30pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

Horse Camp -Four day horse camp August 19th-22nd - Learn about grooming and horse care, groundwork and riding lessons - Call or message  902-254-4262 to sign up - Spirit Reins Ranch - 432 Prospect Road - Parrsboro

9am - Yoga with Will - Flow yoga for all levels, ages and abilities - By donation ($10 suggested) - Contact wpbollwerk@gmail.com to pre-register 24hrs in advance - On the deck at Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

3:30pm-4:30m - Treasure Island Gem & Mineral Tour - Join Fundy Treasures to explore Partridge Island's cliffs & beaches - The link will take you to the website for info & booking - Parrsboro

4pm-7pm - Pizza & Wing Night - Diane's Restaurant - 874 Hwy 2 - Five Islands

6:30pm - Five Islands Fire Department Bingo - Everyone welcome - Doors open at 6pm, early quickie games at 6:30, regular Bingo starts at 7:15 - Come out and support this weekly fundraiser which will go towards a new fire truck - Fire Hall - 353 Hwy 2 - Five Islands

7pm - Advocate Community Bingo - Everyone welcome - Canteen available - Advocate Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour 

7pm - Trivia Night - Join some friends for some trivia challenges & great beer - Call 902-728-2221 to reserve your spot - Two Islands Brewing - 169 Main Street - Parrsboro

7:30pm-9:30pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

Digital Illustration - Click the link for details - 2 day course August 23-24th - Art Lab Studios & Gallery - 121 Main Street - Parrsboro

9am-1pm - Parrsboro Farmer's Market - Fresh local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, crafts & more - Anglican Church Hall - 23 Church Street - Parrsboro

9am-1pm - Parrsboro & Area Community Market - Visit to find tasty treats, handmade crafts, a free library & much more - Support local vendors and enjoy the sense of community that makes this market special - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

9am-12pm - Down Shore Market - Advocate Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

10am-2pm - Craft at The Advocate Library - Make & take Hot Air Balloons - Temporary Advocate Library at the Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

11am -Beginner Yoga/Meditation Class - Join WoW This Old Tree for a class designed to bring the community together, inspire one another & build strength as we share a love for health and wellness while enjoying breathtaking views overlooking the ocean - Free - 27 Griffin Court - Five Islands

2pm-4pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

4:30pm-8:30pm - Crystals & Dinosaurs Tour - Join Fundy Treasures to explore the ocean floor, discover crystals & minerals & visit the site of a dinosaur find - The link will take you to the website for info & booking - Parrsboro

7pm - Open Mic Night - Everyone welcome to come out for some great entertainment or to step into the spotlight and be a star - Community Hall - 10267 Hwy 209 - Diligent River

7:30pm-9:30pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

7:30pm - Live Music at The Brewery - Pop rock with a country twist with Joan Caddell & Highway 2 - $10 cover at the door - Two Islands Brewing - 169 Main Street - Parrsboro

2pm-4pm - Coal Bowl Queen - A Basketball Tournament, a pageant queen and a decades-long mystery in small town Cape Breton - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

4:15pm-6:45pm - Junior Golf Program - This is a free program for ages 5 to 15 weekly through to early September - Different time slots for different ages - Email n.maclaren@outlook.com for details & to sign up - Limited spaces - Parrsboro Golf Club - 984 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

7pm - Concert in the Park - The Midnight Cats performing - An evening of music and fun - Free to attend but the hat will be passed with donations to go to the musician's charity of choice - The Bandstand - Main Street - Parrsboro

9:15am-10:15am - YMCA Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Indoor sneakers required - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior - Volunteer instructor Phyllis Y. - St. Brigid's Hall - 346 Main Street - Parrsboro

6pm - Men's Night Golf - Random team 9 hole scramble with a shotgun start - Parrsboro Golf Club - 984 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

6:15pm-7:30pm - Yoga at The Inn - Join Heather for this all levels Kripalu inspired yoga class - Please email  YogaAtTheInn@gmail.com to register - Suggested donation is $15 - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

8am-8:45am - Yoga With Charlene - Gentle yoga, all levels - No pre-registration needed - $8/class or $40 for a 6 class punch card - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro  Cancelled

9:30am-10:40am - Yoga with Will - Back to basics yoga for all levels, ages and abilities - By donation ($10 suggested) - Contact wpbollwerk@gmail.com to pre-register 24hrs in advance - On the deck at Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

9:45am - NS Walks Advocate - Everyone welcome to come out to join this free, gentle & friendly walk group - Register at NSWalks website - Check this FB site for posts about location details or call 902-932-4969 - Advocate Harbour

6pm - Lions BINGO  - Play on TV, online, at the Lion's Den (210 King Street Parrsboro), at Two Islands Brewing (169 Main Street Parrsboro), or at the Legion (56 Moore Street Parrsboro) - cards available at many local businesses

6:30pm - Parrsboro Pacers - NS Walks Parrsboro weekly walking group -Everyone welcome - 45-60 minute walk - Meet at The Bandstand - Main Street - Parrsboro

8am-8:45am - Bodypump - Bodypump is a toning class using light weights and resistance bands suitable for all fitness levels - Equipment is available for use - No pre-registration needed - $8/class or $40 for a 6 class punch card - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

3pm-5pm - Queer Drop-In - This program is for ages 15+ and provides a queer-exclusive space to participate in activities and talk openly about queerness and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community - Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

6m-7pm - Roller Rink - Bring your own roller skates - Helmets mandatory (limited quantities available to borrow) - Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for their actions - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

6pm - Ladies Night Golf - Random team 9 hole scramble with a shotgun start - Parrsboro Golf Club - 984 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

8am-8:45am - Yoga With Charlene - Gentle yoga, all levels - No pre-registration needed - $8/class or $40 for a 6 class punch card - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

9:15am-10:15am - YMCA Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Indoor sneakers required - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior - Volunteer instructor Phyllis Y. - St. Brigid's Hall - 346 Main Street - Parrsboro

9:45am - NS Walks Advocate - Everyone welcome to come out to join this free, gentle & friendly walk group - Register at NSWalks website - Check this FB site for posts about location details or call 902-932-4969 - Advocate Harbour

10am-2pm - Beachside Hookers & Fibre Artists - New members are always welcome & encouraged to bring along their projects to work on - Beginners welcome - Snacks & drinks are available for purchase - Ottawa House Museum - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

10am-3:30pm - The Travelling Optician - Eyewear consultation, purchase & repair - They can access your prescription if you don't have a copy - Will be in Parrsboro every 2nd Thursday - Call 902-669-4599 for information - Fundy Geological Museum - 162 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

4pm-Close - Thursday night is Wing Night at Two Islands Brewing - Parrsboro

7pm-9pm - Story Time at The Ottawa House - An evening of stories that weave us together, turn moments into meaning and give our lives colour, depth & connection - Price $3/person or $5/couple - Ottawa House Museum - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

9am - Yoga with Will - Flow yoga for all levels, ages and abilities - By donation ($10 suggested) - Contact wpbollwerk@gmail.com to pre-register 24hrs in advance - On the deck at Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

4pm-7pm - Pizza & Wing Night - Diane's Restaurant - 874 Hwy 2 - Five Islands

6:30pm - Five Islands Fire Department Bingo - Everyone welcome - Doors open at 6pm, early quickie games at 6:30, regular Bingo starts at 7:15 - Come out and support this weekly fundraiser which will go towards a new fire truck - Fire Hall - 353 Hwy 2 - Five Islands

7:30pm-10pm - Karaoke Night - Two Islands Brewing - 169 Main Street - Parrsboro

7:30pm-9:30pm - Now & Forever: An Anne Murray Tribute - A musical tribute to Anne Murray, created and hosted by Charlie Rhindress -The show features stories from Anne’s life as well as 20 of her greatest hits performed by various artists - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

9am-1pm - Parrsboro & Area Community Market - Visit to find tasty treats, handmade crafts, a free library & much more - Support local vendors and enjoy the sense of community that makes this market special - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

9am-1pm - Parrsboro Farmer's Market - Fresh local produce, handmade goods, baked treats, crafts & more - Anglican Church Hall - 23 Church Street - Parrsboro

9am-12pm - Down Shore Market - Advocate Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

11am -Beginner Yoga/Meditation Class - Join WoW This Old Tree for a class designed to bring the community together, inspire one another & build strength as we share a love for health and wellness while enjoying breathtaking views overlooking the ocean - Free - 27 Griffin Court - Five Islands

7pm - Open Mic in Advocate - An evening of fun & entertainment - Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

7:30pm-9:30pm - I'm Not What I Seem: A Rita MacNeil Tribute - Stories and songs of Rita MacNeil, created and hosted by Charlie Rhindress - Featuring a four piece, all female group, led by New Brunswick’s Queen of the Blues, Theresa Malenfant, the show will include many of MacNeil’s best-known songs as well as some of her hidden gems as well as stories about her life - Click the link for tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

2pm - The Elastic Big Band - Live music and BBQ - Grab your lawn chair and come out for some fun - Donations to go to Diligent River Hall - 249 Cottage Road - Diligent River

4:15pm-6:45pm - Junior Golf Program - This is a free program for ages 5 to 15 weekly through to early September - Different time slots for different ages - Email n.maclaren@outlook.com for details & to sign up - Limited spaces - Parrsboro Golf Club - 984 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro  Cancelled

7pm - Concert in the Park - An evening of music and fun - Free to attend but the hat will be passed with donations to go to the musician's charity of choice - The Bandstand - Main Street - Parrsboro