Weekly Events Update, March 21 2025

The libraries have planned several opportunities for you to learn more about devices and the internet. These are in May, but you will have to register for some before then. They are at both Digby and Weymouth libraries, so be sure to register for the correct one.

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This Week's Events (Mar 21 - 28) (posters)

Weymouth Library March Art Exhibition – Scenes from the Acadian Shore

This photography exhibit features the beautiful work of Catherine LeBlanc, featuring vistas from the Clare and Weymouth area. The exhibit can be viewed during open hours in March. The photos were taken using an iPhone. LeBlanc loves cloudy skies paired with water views, of which the region has many.

Fri Mar 21 Lasagne Dinner

4 pm Clementsport Legion 2008 Highway 1 Clementsport. $20 pp 902-638-3303

Sat Mar 22 Breakfast by Digby Hospital Auxiliary

8 am – 10 am Digby Legion $15 adults.

Sat Mar 22 Dinner Theatre (Digby) CANCELLED

Sat Mar 22 Kitchen Party with Theresa Porter

3 – 5 pm Annapolis Royal Legion

Sat Mar 22 Spring Community Potluck

5pm Upper Clements Hall, 2951 Hwy#1, Clements.

Sat Mar 22 Duane Andrews and the Hot Club of Conception Bay

7:30pm King’s Theatre. Music. $30 Adult. $10 Youth (under 18). The Juno award winning composer, arranger, producer, conductor and globetrotting performer’s latest album is the best evidence yet of his inimitable musical vision and is the sound of him, literally, bringing it all back home. He’ll be joined by the hottest swing band in the bay The Hot Club of Conception Bay which features Erin Power (vocals/mandolin) and Isaac Andrews Power (fiddle/bass).

Mon Mar 24 Volleyball Match – Annapolis Royal

7pm AWEC Free will offering. Annapolis Black Tide vs. AR Fire Dept.

Tue Mar 25 Digby & Area Community Gardens AGM

5pm Digby Curling Club, 27 Shreve Str. Digby.

Tue Mar 25 Mandala Colouring

6 – 7pm Meteghan Library. All ages can enjoy a relaxing evening of colouring mandalas.

Wed Mar 26 FUNdamentals Basketball starts in Digby

5 – 6 pm Wednesdays Digby Elementary School Ages 9 – 12 (Coed) $25 Register

Thur Mar 27 Service Canada Information session

10:30 am Digby Legion, 92 Mount Str., Digby

Thur Mar 27 Dinner at the Weymouth Mercantile

5 – 7pm $18.99 pp Must book in advance

Thurs Mar 27 FUNdamentals Basketball starts in Weymouth

6 – 7 pm Thursdays Weymouth Consolidated School Ages 9 – 12 (Coed) $25 Register

Fri Mar 28 Craft Night

6:30 pm The Electric City/ La Nouvelle France Society, 4668 Highway 1, Weymouth. $40pp

Fri Mar 28 – Mar 29 Rock-a-thon

6:45pm onwards Forresters Hall, 3434 Clementsvale Road, Clementsvale All night DJ, music, snacks, coffee.

Fri Mar 28 Last Breath

7pm King’s Theatre, Annapolis Royal. Film. Thriller, drama. 14A. $11.95 Adult. $7.95 Youth (under 18). A heart-pounding film that follows seasoned deep-sea divers as they battle the raging elements to rescue their crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface. Based on a true story, LAST BREATH is an electrifying story about teamwork, resilience, and a race against time to do the impossible.

Fri Mar 28 Brian Borcherdt and Joe H Henry (music)

7pm Oakdene Community Centre, 1913 Clementsvale Road, Bear River. $20 Limited seating.

New Events after this week (posters)

Sat Mar 29 Breakfast – Deep Brook Waldec Lions

8 – 11 am 948 Highway 1 Deep Brook. Adults $15

Sat Mar 29 Bear River Jumble Sale

10 am – 2 pm Community wide yard sale.

Mon Apr 14 Fatherhood Matters: Air Fryer Cooking night

6 – 8pm Digby Legion, 92 Mount St. Registration limited – 902-679-9350

Weymouth Library May Exhibition: The Gifts of Mother Earth

Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick is an Acadian artist from Clare. She started painting as a young girl. As she has grown as an artist, she has developed a style which captures the beauty of the land and sea.

Fri May 02 Discover Your Device (Weymouth)

10 – 11am Weymouth Library. Adults can learn how to use the basic functions of their phone or tablet. This includes the ins-and-outs of their device menus and settings, and taking photos and sending texts. Register no later than Wednesday, April 30 by contacting the library.

Fri May 02 Discover Your Device (Digby)

1 – 2 pm Digby Library. Adults can learn how to use the basic functions of their phone or tablet. This includes the ins-and-outs of their device menus and settings, and taking photos and sending texts. Register no later than Wednesday, April 30 by contacting the library.

Tue May 06 Paint with Michelle

6 – 7:30 pm Weymouth Library. Use your imagination or bring a photo. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required because of limited space and supplies. Register by May 2.

Thur May 08 Device Help and Troubleshooting (Digby)

10 am – 3 pm Digby Library. Do you have questions about or trouble with your device? Maybe the library can help! Staff will be available to help with basic technology problems and troubleshooting. Contact the library to schedule an appointment. Note: If the issue is beyond the scope of library staff, you may require the help of an information technology (IT) specialist. This program is for adults and is free.

Fri May 08 Spring Story Time

10:30 – 11 am Digby Library

Fri May 09 Device Help and Troubleshooting (Weymouth)

9:30 – 3:30 Weymouth Library. Do you have questions about or trouble with your device? Maybe the library can help! Staff will be available to help with basic technology problems and troubleshooting. Contact the library to schedule an appointment. Note: If the issue is beyond the scope of library staff, you may require the help of an information technology (IT) specialist. This program is for adults and is free.

Fri May 16 All About Apps and Cybersecurity (Weymouth)

10 – 11:30 am Weymouth Library. Are you worried about how secure your information is online? During this program, you will learn about safely downloading and using apps, and general cybersecurity while using your device or browsing the web. This program is for adults. Register no later than Wednesday, May 14 by contacting the library.

Fri May 16 All About Apps and Cybersecurity (Digby)

1 – 2:30 pm Digby Library. Are you worried about how secure your information is online? During this program, you will learn about safely downloading and using apps, and general cybersecurity while using your device or browsing the web. This program is for adults. Register no later than Wednesday, May 14 by contacting the library.

Wed May 21 Food Insecurity in Our Communities

6 – 7 pm Digby Library Join Public Health Nutritionists Jane Cunningham and Heather Baillie to learn about the root causes of food insecurity. They will dispel some common myths, help you understand the current situation in Nova Scotia and the Tri Counties, and discuss strategies to improve food security in our community. This is in partnership with Nova Scotia Health.

Thur May 22 Digital Health Care and You (Digby)

10 – 11 am Digby Library Would you like health care at the touch of a button? This program will instruct you on using the YourHealthNS app to access multiple healthcare services. For those without a family doctor, presenters will discuss the Maple app and tele-health options for doctor’s appointments and prescriptions renewals. Register no later than Tuesday, May 20 by contacting the library.

Thur May 22 Digital Health Care and You (Weymouth)

1 – 2 pm Weymouth Library Would you like health care at the touch of a button? This program will instruct you on using the YourHealthNS app to access multiple healthcare services. For those without a family doctor, presenters will discuss the Maple app and tele-health options for doctor’s appointments and prescriptions renewals. Register no later than Tuesday, May 20 by contacting the library.

Fri May 23 – 25 Clare Community Swap

Regular Events (posters)

Free Virtual Urgent Care Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat & Sun 8am – noon. 1-833-413-0277

ANNAPOLIS ROYAL

NS Walking Group, Wednesdays 10am. Market Square
Writer’s Gathering, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 3 – 5pm. Mad Hatter Bar.
Farmers’ and Traders’ market Saturdays 9am – noon Legion.

BEAR RIVER, SMITHS COVE, DEEP BROOK

Smith’s Cove Fire Dept breakfasts Saturdays April 19, May 17, June 21, July 05, August 16, Sept 20. 7:30 – 10 am Adults $15
Chair Yoga Mondays 11 am -12 noon. Bear River Health Clinic, 1112 River Road, Bear River. Starting Mar 24. $40 for 4 weeks. Contact info@emmarobar.com or 902-467-3611
Taoist Tai Chi Saturdays 1:30 – 3:30 Oakdene Centre, Bear River. Sessions are led by local accredited instructor George Chisholm and contributions range from $30 to $40 dollars per month. For more information and/or to register go to taoist.org.
Seniors’ Day at the Bear River & Area Community Health Clinic Every 2nd Wednesday of the month 1-3pm. Guest Speaker, fun activities and refreshments. Drop-in. Call 902-467-3611 for details.
Taekwondo Tuesdays & Thursdays 6pm Oakdene Centre
Rudolph Steiner Study Group every Sunday
11 am – 2 pm Register with Shirley at bello.bees@gmail.com
Bear River Breakfasts. First Saturday of each month. 7am-10am. Adults $15, kids 5-12 $7.50, 0-5 years free.
Smiths Cove Fire Dept Coffee Mornings Thursdays 9:30-11:30am 43 North Old Post Road, Smith’s Cove. By donation.
Deep Brook Community Market Wednesdays 2-5pm 948 Hwy 1 Deep Brook

Regular events in DEEP BOOK / CORNWALLIS

Dart Club Sunday afternoons from 2pm Sept to May. Felker Hall, Cornwallis.
Keep Fit & Healthy Classes Mondays, Wed & Fridays 8:45 – 9:45 am 902-376-2055
Line Dancing, Felker Hall, Cornwallis, Mondays & Fridays 10-11am $5 per class. 902-249-0609
Hatha Yoga Mondays 11:30 – 12:45 Sridhara 250-228-3848
Zumba Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm Felker Hall Cornwallis $5pp 902-532-7736
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Wed 8am Maritza 902-247-1473
Cribbage Thursdays from 1pm Felker Hall Cornwallis 902-376-2007
Slow Vinyasa Yoga Thursday evening 6:30-7:45pm. $12 Felker Hall, Cornwallis Park
Chair Yoga Fridays 11:30 -12:45 Sridhara 250-228-3848
Meat Bingo, Fridays 7pm, Felker Hall, Cornwallis. Door prize, 50/50, game prizes
Breakfast every second Saturday (Mar 8, Apr 12) 8-10 am $15 adults
Karate (various classes and levels) , Women’s Defense, Weapons Class www.firstcontactkarate.com, 726 Broadway, Cornwallis

Regular events in DIGBY

Community Open Gym at Digby Reg. High School. Fridays 6 – 7pm Female take-over, 7 – 9pm Half court Teen & adult basketball, half-court recreational Pickleball; Saturdays 10 – 11:30 am Kindergym nd family play time, 11:45 – 12-45 Adults only gym; 12:50 – 1:50 Volleyball and badmington; 2 – 4 pm Teen & adult basketball. DARC
Free Income Tax Help for Low-Income Earners, 10am – 2 pm Digby Library. Make an appointment at the library.
Female Takeover Fridays 6 – 7pm Digby Regional High School Open Gym
Family Pickleball Sundays 1-2pm DRHS
Indoor walking at DRHS Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7pm SMBA. Clean shoes please
Recreation Pickleball Sundays 10-12 noon. Adults only, Open (all experience and ability levels, bench rotation). 12 -1pm Adult beginners. Families. 1-2pm DRHS. Equipment provided
Crafter Noons Fridays 2-4pm (Mar 14) Digby Library Join other crafters to chat and share ideas. Bring your own supplies to work on your project while keeping good company. This program is for adults.

Regular events in WEYMOUTH

Community Open Gym at SMBA Saturdays 10 – 11 am, Sundays 10 am – noon; Basketball (half court) Saturdays 11 am – 1 pm; Pickelball (half court) Saturdays 11 am – 1 pm DARC
Puzzle Exchange Library Open Hours until the end of March
Pickleball / Basketball Sundays 10am – 12noon SMBA
Indoor walking at SMBA Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7pm SMBA. Clean shoes please.
A Crafty Afternoon Tuesdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Weymouth Library Have fun with others while you knit, crochet, rug hook, sew or work on any project you would like to work on. Please bring your own supplies.
Makers Nights 6-9pm Every Thursday Weymouth Library
Weymouth Legion

• BINGO on Tuesday nights. From 6pm, games start at 7pm. Jackpot goes up $25/week

• Jam Nights every other Thursday Doors open at 6. Music 7-9:30pm. Pub Grub, 50/50, bar.

• Happy Hour every day 5pm-7pm and all day Sunday.

• Karaoke with Woody Every other Saturday 7-11pm with Pub Grub.

• Karaoke with Lady Heidi Every Friday 7-11pm and Sunday 3 – 7pm with Pub Grub.

• Meat Draw approx.. every 6 weeks

Weymouth Church of Christ Kids Club (Gr 1-5) Wed 7-8pm Youth Club (Gr 6-10) Wed 7-8pm
After School Program Mon to Fridays 2pm-5:30pm W. Consolidated School Register with DARC $12 per child/day Sept 2024-Jun 2025
Weymouth Waterfront Development Committee (WWDC) meets third Wednesday 1:30 at Sissiboo Landing, email sissiboolanding@gmail.com

Regular events in CLARE

Conversation Circle (in English) Tuesdays 6:30pm Louise-E-Deveau, University Sainte Anne
Clare Market Fair Saturdays 10am – 2pm Meteghan Fire Station, 31 Meteghan Conn. Oct 19 to Apr 19 2025.
NS Walk Group, Clare Wed 10am DJs General Store, Salmon River
Lions Bingo Mondays 7pm Meteghan Lions Club
Darts Thursdays 1:30pm Clare Columbus Club $3
Scrapbooking at Clare Library, Saturdays10am – 12 noon