September

10am - Parrsboro Pacers - NS Walks Parrsboro weekly walking group -Everyone welcome - 45-60 minute walk - Meet at The Bandstand - Main Street - ParrsboroJoin their FaceBook group for more info 

11:30pm-1pm - Community Luncheon - Homemade brown beans, brown bread & potato scallop with blueberry cake for dessert  - All welcome - Goodwill donations accepted - United Church Vestry - 3680 Hwy 209 - Advocate harbour 

1pm-3pm - Washer Toss - This is a Fundy 55+ Games event - Click the link for info & registration - Fire Hall - 353 Hwy 2 - Five Islands

3pm-4pm - Toning with Amanda - These fun, welcoming classes are designed to help you build lean muscle, improve balance, increase strength & feel better at any age - $5/class - Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

4pm-4:45pm - Parrsboro Cyclefit - A dynamic indoor group cycling class (coed) suitable for all fitness levels - Challenge your stamina & increase your muscle endurance - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - Pre-registration is required through the Cumberland YMCA - Adults $8 - Seniors & students $5 - Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Room 105 (Use side entrance by Elementary School) - Parrsboro Regional High School - 109 King Street - Parrsboro

6pm-7pm - Roller Rink - Whether you're an experienced skater or just getting started, everyone is welcome to come out, have fun, and enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends and family - Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult - Helmets are mandatory for all participants (limited number available to borrow) -Participants must bring their own roller skates - Scooters are welcome - Please follow all staff directions and respect fellow participants and arena property - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

7:30pm - Wednesday Movies at The Hall - Showing Kiss of The Spider Woman - A 2025 musical/thriller - Big screen - Comfy seating - Canteen open for snacks including fresh popcorn - Hearing assistance devices available - Admission by donation  - The Hall - 44 King 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

4pm-Close - Thursday night is Wing Night at Two Islands Brewing & Glooscap Restaurant & Lounge - Parrsboro

2:15-3:15 - Exercise with Amanda - Come out for some healthy movement - Sponsored by Greville Bay Citizens for Health & Fitness - FPW Fire Hall - 8484 Hwy 209 - Port Greville

6pm-7pm - 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 - Elementary School Gym - 43 School Street - Parrsboro

7pm - Story Time at Ottawa House - Local story-tellers, authors & community members, along with visitors and friends from away gather to share true and tall tales, historic capers, family journeys, writing, ghost stories, and more - Ottawa House Museum - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

3rd Annual COHVC Backwoods Bash - Cobequid Off Highway Vehicle Club is hosting their annual Backwoods Bash with fun trail runs, delicious food and great entertainment all weekend - Friday has a 60-80km evening run with wing night and entertainment by Drew Pollegato - Saturday has a 100km run with a halfway BBQ, food trucks, bonfire and entertainment by Derailed - Free camping available - $25/ATV and $10 for gets you additional prize ballots - Preregister at COHVCpayments@gmail.com - Browns Mill - 9688 Hwy 2 - Southampton

Advocate District Development Association Annual Bass Derby Weekend - $25/person - Contact Courtney at 902-216-0483 to register & for details - Advocate Area 

Fossils on Horseback Tour - Join Spirit Reins Ranch & Fundy Geological Museum for a 3 hour horseback tour of the beaches & cliffs of the Wasson Bluff fossil site, search for fossils with a museum expert, enjoy light refreshments on the ocean floor and visit the active fossil research site at the museum - The link will take you to the website for details - Parrsboro

9am - Yoga with  Jo-Anne - Flow yoga for all levels, ages and abilities - Contact joannepeckham1964@gmail.com for details - Outside on the deck at Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro 

9:15am-10:15am - Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout (coed) - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior -  Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Lion's Den 210 King Street - Parrsboro

9:30am-1:30pm - Crystals & Dinosaurs Tour with Fundy Treasures - The link will take you to their website for info & registration

10am-12pm - Youth Bottle Drive - Advocate District School is having a bottle drive to raise money for special events - Have your bottles out & ready for pick up to help support the kids - Advocate & Area

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 - 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

7pm - Advocate Community Bingo - Everyone welcome - Canteen available - Advocate Fire Hall

3rd Annual COHVC Backwoods Bash - Cobequid Off Highway Vehicle Club is hosting their annual Backwoods Bash with fun trail runs, delicious food and great entertainment all weekend - Friday has a 60-80km evening run with wing night and entertainment by Drew Pollegato - Saturday has a 100km run with a halfway BBQ, food trucks, bonfire and entertainment by Derailed - Free camping available - $25/ATV and $10 for gets you additional prize ballots - Preregister at COHVCpayments@gmail.com - Browns Mill - 9688 Hwy 2 - Southampton

Advocate District Development Association Annual Bass Derby Weekend - $25/person - Contact Courtney at 902-216-0483 to register & for details - Advocate Area 

9am-12pm -Art & Garden Market at Ottawa House - Featuring local artists and makers selling paintings, jewelry, upcycled goods, metal art, stained glass, and local food products - Fresh baked goodies and summer berry desserts, as well as tea and coffee available and the ice cream counter has lots of flavours - Admission is free - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

9am-1pm - Parrsboro Farmers Market - Shop local including vegetables, preserves, moonshine/spirits & local artisans - Breakfast served by Parrsboro Legion members with proceeds to the local Air Cadets - Anglican Church Hall - 23 Church Street - Parrsboro

2pm-4pm - Parrsborough Historocal Cemetary Tour - Tombstones and Tragedies - Explore some of the tragedies that ravaged Parrsboro sailors and soldiers by shipwrecks and as casualties of wars - Learn how drowning and disease plagued the early population - Visit the graves of some of Parrsboro’s oldest citizens and hear of remarkable lives lived and remember people from all walks of life - Co-led by Lisa C. Smith, LFD and Jeff Orr, PhD - This is a driving tour of Parrsboro’s cemeteries via your vehicles; minimal walking - Register at the Ottawa House or email Jeff Orr at wildblue@bellaliant.net - $15/person (cash only) - All proceeds support restoration of Parrsboro’s historical signs - Depart from the harbour viewing area across from the Art Lab - 121 Main Street - Parrsboro Postponed (date TBD)

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

8pm-11pm - Live Music at The Brewery - Local rock and roll band Whitehall is hitting the stage for their very first performance at Two Islands Brewing - $10 cover charge - Call the brewery at 902-728-2221 to save your seats - Two Islands Brewing - 169 Main Street - Parrsboro 

Advocate District Development Association Annual Bass Derby Weekend - $25/person - Contact Courtney at 902-216-0483 to register & for details - Advocate Area 

11am-1pm - Lions Craft Day - Join Stephanie Duguay to create a fall/halloween themed decor piece that is fun & beginner friendly - All materials provided - $50 - Registration is required (the link will take you to the website to register) - The Lion's Den - 210 King Street - Parrsboro

2pm-4pm - Community Thank You Event - Join Apple River Community Hall Society for an afternoon of music & fellowshio - Live music and light refreshments - 50/50 - Apple River Community Hall

7pm - Bandstand at The Hall - Savanna Callison performing - An evening of music and fun - Admission by donation with all proceeds going to the musician's charity of choice - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro

9:15am-10:15am - Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout (coed) - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior -  Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Lion's Den 210 King Street - Parrsboro

1pm-4pm - Parrsboro Fibre Guild - Typically meets the 3rd Monday of the month - Learn new skills, hone existing talents & have fun - Often a presenter at each meeting will lead the group with new insights and activities - New members and all levels of experience welcome - Yearly membership fee $10 - The link will take you to their Facebook page where you can contact them - Fundy Geological Museum - 162 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

1:15pm-2pm - Chair Yoga with Meagan - Everyone welcome - $5 - Call or text 902-254-4021 for info - Community Hall - 10267 Hwy 209 - Diligent River

3pm-4pm - Strong & Steady Yoga with Mandi - No experience required - With or without chair option - Drop in & pay what you can - Chignecto Manor - 24 Bayview Manor Road - Advocate Harbour

6:15pm-7:30pm - Heather's Yoga at The Inn - Join Heather Faulkner for this all-level class - Suggested donation is $15 - Please FB message or email yogaattheinn@gmail.com to save your spot or request to join the weekly email list - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 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

3pm-6pm - Live Music at The Brewery - Join super-talented singer-songwriter Nathan Gerrior for an afternoon of great entertainment  - Hailing from Trenton, Nova Scotia, Nathan brings an awesome blend of country, rock, and blues to the stage, performing a mix of crowd-favourite covers and soulful original tunes - $10 at the door - Two Islands Brewing - 169 Main Street - 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

6pm-8pm - Archery  Club - Free - No experience necessary - Sponsored by Cumberland Rec - Equipment provided - Contact Dorothy (Down By The Bay Archery) at 902-254-2076 for more info - 1495 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

6pm-7pm - Yoga With Charlene - Gentle yoga, all levels - No pre-registration needed - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

7:30pm - King Street Strummers - Bring your string, voices and other instruments, come out, make some music and make a new friend - Everyone of any level of experience is welcome - Free - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro

10am - Parrsboro Pacers - NS Walks Parrsboro weekly walking group -Everyone welcome - 45-60 minute walk - Meet at The Bandstand - Main Street - ParrsboroJoin their FaceBook group for more info 

3pm-4pm - Toning with Amanda - These fun, welcoming classes are designed to help you build lean muscle, improve balance, increase strength & feel better at any age - $5/class - Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

4pm-4:45pm - Parrsboro Cyclefit - A dynamic indoor group cycling class (coed) suitable for all fitness levels - Challenge your stamina & increase your muscle endurance - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - Pre-registration is required through the Cumberland YMCA - Adults $8 - Seniors & students $5 - Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Room 105 (Use side entrance by Elementary School) - Parrsboro Regional High School - 109 King Street - Parrsboro

6pm-7pm - Roller Rink - Whether you're an experienced skater or just getting started, everyone is welcome to come out, have fun, and enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends and family - Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult - Helmets are mandatory for all participants (limited number available to borrow) -Participants must bring their own roller skates - Scooters are welcome - Please follow all staff directions and respect fellow participants and arena property - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

7pm - Bartlett's Privateers Rehearsal - Everyone welcome to come out & sing some sea shanties - The Hall - 44 King 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-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

2:15-3:15 - Exercise with Amanda - Come out for some healthy movement - Sponsored by Greville Bay Citizens for Health & Fitness - FPW Fire Hall - 8484 Hwy 209 - Port Greville

3pm - Craft at Parrsboro Library - Newspaper flowers - Grades PP to 6 - Call 902-254-2046 to register - Parrsboro Library - 91 Queen Street - Parrsboro

3pm - Craft at Advocate Library - Melted Crayon leaf suncatchers - Grades PP to 6 - Call 902-392-2214 to register - Advocate Library - 93 Mills Road - Advocate Harbour

3pm-4:30pm - Inspired Conversations: "Moments of Glad Grace" - Join facilitator Lisa Smith for a conversation inspired by Moments of Glad Grace, Alison Wearing's thoughtful, often humorous memoir about travelling to Ireland with her aging father in search of their family history - Ottawa House - 1155 Whitehall Road - Parrsboro

4pm-Close - Thursday night is Wing Night at Two Islands Brewing & Glooscap Restaurant & Lounge - Parrsboro

6pm - Adult Craft Night - Wood stencil art - Call 902-254-2046 for info or to register - Parrsboro Library - 91 Queen Street - Parrsboro

6pm-7pm - 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 - Elementary School Gym - 43 School Street - Parrsboro

9:15am-10:15am - Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout (coed) - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior -  Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Lion's Den 210 King Street - Parrsboro

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 - Open Mic at The Hall - Everyone welcome to come out for great entertainment - Canteen - Door prizes - 50/50 - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro

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

7:30pm-9:30pm - The Ship's Music Series: Aquakultre Presents1783 - Celebrate Nova Scotia's historic Black community with Aquakulture's 8 piece band - The link will take you to the website for details & tickets - Ship's Company Theatre - 18 Lower Main Street - Parrsboro

Fur Mitts Workshop - Two day workshop September 26–27 led by Inuk artist Laura MacKenzie - Cost is $200 per participant (includes the raccoon fur and instruction for both days) - Basic stitching skills are required - Up to 10 participants (a minimum of 5 participants is required for the workshop to run) - If you are interested in joining please email threesisters@fundygeopark.ca  to register - Three Sisters Centre - 2375 Eatonville Road - Cape Chignecto Provincial Park

9am - Explore Moose River East & West Waterfalls - Join Cumberland Trails for an adventure to Moose River and potentially car pool into the various locations to explore the system - There is some rigor to this event as ravines need to be navigated...average hiking fitness is required - Bring water, lunch & snacks - Register via email nixgregalvina@gmail.com (limit of 12 participants) - Meet at The Bandstand & carpool from there - Main Street - Parrsboro

9am-1pm - Parrsboro Farmers Market - Shop local including vegetables, preserves, moonshine/spirits & local artisans - Breakfast served by Parrsboro Legion members with proceeds to the local Air Cadets - Anglican Church Hall - 23 Church Street - Parrsboro

2pm-4pm - Parrsborough Historocal Cemetary Tour - Tombstones and Tragedies - Explore some of the tragedies that ravaged Parrsboro sailors and soldiers by shipwrecks and as casualties of wars - Learn how drowning and disease plagued the early population - Visit the graves of some of Parrsboro’s oldest citizens and hear of remarkable lives lived and remember people from all walks of life - Co-led by Lisa C. Smith, LFD and Jeff Orr, PhD - This is a driving tour of Parrsboro’s cemeteries via your vehicles; minimal walking - Register at the Ottawa House or email Jeff Orr at wildblue@bellaliant.net - $15/person (cash only) - All proceeds support restoration of Parrsboro’s historical signs - Depart from the harbour viewing area across from the Art Lab - 121 Main Street - Parrsboro  Postponed (date TBD)

4pm-5:30pm -  Treasure Island Gem & Mineral Tour with Fundy Treasures - The link will take you to their website for info & registration

6pm-8pm - Manifestation Workshop - A guided exploration of how intention, mindset & aligned action can shape the outcomes we create - $50/person - Register at loveleadspark.workshops@gmail.com use Manifestation Workshop in the subject line - The Crow's Nest - 121 Main Street - Parrsboro

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

Fur Mitts Workshop - Two day workshop September 26–27 led by Inuk artist Laura MacKenzie - Cost is $200 per participant (includes the raccoon fur and instruction for both days) - Basic stitching skills are required - Up to 10 participants (a minimum of 5 participants is required for the workshop to run) - If you are interested in joining please email threesisters@fundygeopark.ca  to register - Three Sisters Centre - 2375 Eatonville Road - Cape Chignecto Provincial Park

(Tentative) 1:30pm - Mushroom Walk - Join the Cobequid Young Naturalist Club for a stroll to explore and learn about mushrooms - Fundy Geological Museum - 129 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro 

7pm - Bandstand at The Hall - An evening of music and fun - Admission by donation with all proceeds going to the musician's charity of choice - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro

9:15am-10:15am - Kickbox Cardio - A low impact-high energy choreographed full body workout (coed) - Punch and kick combinations that will challenge your stamina & coordination and get your heart pumping - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - No pre-registration needed - $8/adult - $5/student or senior -  Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Lion's Den 210 King Street - Parrsboro

1:15pm-2pm - Chair Yoga with Meagan - Everyone welcome - $5 - Call or text 902-254-4021 for info - Community Hall - 10267 Hwy 209 - Diligent River

3pm-4pm - Strong & Steady Yoga with Mandi - No experience required - With or without chair option - Drop in & pay what you can - Chignecto Manor - 24 Bayview Manor Road - Advocate Harbour

6:15pm-7:30pm - Heather's Yoga at The Inn - Join Heather Faulkner for this all-level class - Suggested donation is $15 - Please FB message or email yogaattheinn@gmail.com to save your spot or request to join the weekly email list - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 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

4pm-4:45pm - Parrsboro Cyclefit - A dynamic indoor group cycling class (coed) suitable for all fitness levels - Challenge your stamina & increase your muscle endurance - Please bring indoor sneakers & water - Pre-registration is required through the Cumberland YMCA - Adults $8 - Seniors & students $5 - Led by volunteer YMCA instructor Phyllis Yorke - Room 105 (Use side entrance by Elementary School) - Parrsboro Regional High School - 109 King Street - 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

6pm-8pm - Archery  Club - Free - No experience necessary - Sponsored by Cumberland Rec - Equipment provided - Contact Dorothy (Down By The Bay Archery) at 902-254-2076 for more info - 1495 Two Islands Road - Parrsboro

6pm-7pm - Yoga With Charlene - Gentle yoga, all levels - No pre-registration needed - Gillespie House Yoga Studio - 358 Main Street - Parrsboro

7:30pm - King Street Strummers - Bring your string, voices and other instruments, come out, make some music and make a new friend - Everyone of any level of experience is welcome - Free - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro

10am - Parrsboro Pacers - NS Walks Parrsboro weekly walking group -Everyone welcome - 45-60 minute walk - Meet at The Bandstand - Main Street - ParrsboroJoin their FaceBook group for more info 

3pm-4pm - Toning with Amanda - These fun, welcoming classes are designed to help you build lean muscle, improve balance, increase strength & feel better at any age - $5/class - Fire Hall - 4176 Hwy 209 - Advocate Harbour

6pm-7pm - Roller Rink - Whether you're an experienced skater or just getting started, everyone is welcome to come out, have fun, and enjoy an evening of roller skating with friends and family - Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult - Helmets are mandatory for all participants (limited number available to borrow) -Participants must bring their own roller skates - Scooters are welcome - Please follow all staff directions and respect fellow participants and arena property - Lion's Arena - 2163 Western Avenue - Parrsboro

7:30pm - Fifth Wednesday at The Hall - Showing Orwell: 2+2=5 - A 2025 documentary on George Orwell - Big screen - Comfy seating - Canteen open for snacks including fresh popcorn - Hearing assistance devices available - Admission by donation  - The Hall - 44 King Street - Parrsboro