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Debert Legion invites folks to join them for crib night this fall on Wednesdays at 7PM. Come with a partner or contact us to see if we can match you up.

Singles darts at the Debert Legion on Thursday nights, be there by 6:45PM for registration. Team/league darts on Friday nights at 7:30PM. Always happy to have new players.

You are invited to a fun and interesting walk in the woods, field and farm On Saturday, October 7, folks of all ages are invited to attend a special field day that will include touring an historic round barn, jumping in a helicopter, learning about small-scale forest management and forest bathing. The field day will go from 9am to 4pm, rain or shine, including the lunch and ceremonies between 11:30 and 1pm. The civic address is 3214 Highway 236, Old Barns. The special field day organized by the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Renewables to celebrate the fact that Beau and Laura Blois and family were recently selected as winners of the Nova Scotia Woodland Owner of the Year Award. Visitors will be treated to a wide variety of interesting exhibits and demonstrations to visit - in and around the round barn, in their field and in their forest. There is no cost for admission and a hearty lunch will be served for $10 each before special presentations during noon hour. Visitors will have the opportunity to ride along on a tractor-drawn wagon through the Blois field, near their black angus cattle, to the back end of the property. There they can sit in a DNRR helicopter where they can pretend they are a passenger, or even a pilot.

On Saturday, October 7 from 3PM-6PM at the Wentworth Recreation Centre (13752 Highway 4, Wentworth). Admission $17, Under 12 $8, Under 5 Free. Menu includes roast pork, gravy, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, roll, dessert and tea or coffee. Proceeds to the Recreation Centre.

The Lotus Centre partnering with ElevateHER Mental Health Support Services are excited to bring you the Non-Profit Community Fair. This fair is a one day event on Tuesday, October 10 at the Best Western Glengarry at 1PM aimed at bringing together social service agencies and the community to become more knowledgeable and aware of the resources and services in the communities that target the Social Determinants of Health. Come see what your community has to offer for social service programs, recreational activities, wellness, informational resources, and more. Sign up for supports, workshops and events. Network and see how truly wonderful the local not for profits are here in Colchester County!

Craig's Cause Pancreatic Cancer Society. 6,900 Canadians will have their life changed forever with a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Register today for Kicking PancreAS™ 5K taking place on October 14 at 6:30PM in Dartmouth and help Craig’s Cause Pancreatic Cancer Society “Change the Outcome” by shining a Light on this cancer! Register online at craigscause.ca/kp.

On Tuesday, October 17 at 10AM (9:30AM social) at the Truro Fire Hall, Community Room, Promenade entrance, Young Street, Truro. Meetings are open to guests and potential new members. All levels of stitching talent are welcome. marigoldguildofneedlearts.ca or info@marigoldguildofneedlearts.ca

Will be held on Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29 from 10AM-4PM at Blake’s Pumpkin Jungle, 970 Shore Rd, Masstown. Two days of so much Family Fun!!!! 1000lb pumpkin drop filled with golf balls - $10/ball to enter to win 1 of 4 Grand Prizes (to be announced) Halloween Costumes encouraged – dress up to receive an entry for our daily prize. Live music. Halloween Barn Dance 19+ (Saturday – tickets req’d - cash bar & food truck in evening)Pumpkin Sling shots. Giant pumpkin cannon that fires 1KM distance – yes, you read that right!!!! Hay maze *new, Balloon animals, World renowned magician, Patrick Drake *new, Pumpkin Carving contest, Pie eating contest, BBQ, Face painting, Silent auction, Bake sale, Pumpkin bowling, Pumpkin River Race (for littles) Bouncy castle, Mechanical Bull, Petting Zoo, Wagon Rides And SO much more!!! Donations at the door.

Your donation matters. It matters to every patient across Canada. Because it’s something we can do today to help others wake up healthier tomorrow. Donate blood at the Best Western Truro, 150 Willow Street, Truro Tuesday, October 31 – 4:30pm to 8pm Wednesday, November 1 - 12:00pm to 3pm and 5pm to 8pm Thursday, November 2 - 12:00pm to 3pm and 5pm to 8pm Join Canada’s Lifeline and book your appointment by visiting www.blood.ca or download their – GiveBlood app.

On Sunday, November 5 at the Wentworth Rec Centre (13752 Highway 4, Wentworth). Doors open at 11:30AM, early bird play starts at 1PM. $50.00 for 2 -6 up Book (all 15 games Inc). $3,300.00 Cash Prizes. Tickets available in advance & if not sold out at the door. Sold Extra: Early Bird Cards 4 Up $5.00 -10 Games. Canteen Available. Info: Contact Sandra 902-899-8583. E transfer accepted at sandra.mayne@ns.sympatico.ca.

On Tuesday, November 21 at 10AM (9:30AM social) at the Truro Fire Hall, Community Room, Promenade entrance, Young Street, Truro. Meetings are open to guests and potential new members. All levels of stitching talent are welcome. marigoldguildofneedlearts.ca or info@marigoldguildofneedlearts.ca