The nights may be starting to cool down, but the days are still saying “summer”. Perfect weather for a number of outdoor activities from yoga to Zumba, music and penny auctions, community picnics and nature tracking. A jam packed weekend awaits us again. Let’s see what’s happening on the South Shore this weekend.
📸 Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
What’s Happening on the South Shore Friday Aug 28, 2020
Aug 28 – Kejimkujik BioBlitz 2020
Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site is hosting their 3rd BioBlitz at Kejimkujik and Kejimkujik Seaside and you’re invited! Everyone is welcome to join in this exciting event between August 24th and 30th. Plan a day trip to Kejimkujik and find as many species of plants and animals as you possibly can and record your observations with iNaturalist. What a great way to spend a day with friends and family.
Aug 28 – Heather Sayeau Art Show & Reception (Petite Riviere)
Petite Riviere Vineyards invites you to join them as they welcome artist Heather Sayeau to the winery! “This series of work is based on memories. Gardens, fields laden with blooms and the millions of flower photos I’ve taken float through as I paint“. Heather’s artwork will be on display from August 28 – September 6th with an opening reception August 28th from 5-6pm.
Aug 28 – Friday @ The Fort: Live Music And Supper (La Have)
Join the Fort Point Museum on Friday for their 3rd Friday @ The Fort event! Held from 6pm-8:15pm, come down for dinner and live music with Art Cole. This weeks dinner is a choice of meat or veggie chilli and fixings. Tickets are $15/person- must be reserved in advance. Tickets are limited so reserve your spot well in advance by calling 902-688-1632 or visiting the museum between 11am – 5pm, Tuesday – Saturday.
Aug 28 – Art Exhibit: Freedom of Belonging / Remedies / We Don’t Stand Alone (Seely Hall – Port Medway)
Seely Hall in Port Medway is hosting painter Janet Clattenburg and photographer Rikki/Julius Reque collaborative art exhibit opening this Friday. The art reflects on the things, places and activities we “escape” to, particularly our relationship with nature during times of isolation or restraint. Open daily from 11-4, the shown runs until Sept. 7th.
Aug 28 – Intimate evening with Steve Keith at St. Mark’s Place (Middle LaHave)
St. Mark’s Place invites you to an intimate evening with Steve Keith this Friday at 7:30pm. A banjo, fiddle and guitar player, Keith is inspired by the New Orleans blues but also plays jazz and classical music as well. Tickets are $20. Seating is limited to 34 people. Face masks are mandatory and no beverages are allowed. Email stmarkstickets@outlook.com to reserve your seat.
Aug 28 – Nick Jeffrey live at Bayport Pub (Riverport)
This Friday, Bayport Pub has the talented Nick Jeffrey preforming from 7-9pm. Call or message to book your spot as seating doesn’t last long with this guy ! 902-764-2404
Aug 28 – Thunderkiss live at FirkenStein Brewing (Bridgewater)
Thunderkiss knows how to rock FirkinStein! From great talent to great performance and great effects!! Gonna be a party! Head to the FirkenStein this Friday, music starts at 8pm.
Aug 28 – Matt Mays livestream from the Shore Club (Online)
Missed out on tickets to catch Matt Mays live at the Shore Club? Well fire up the bbq, bring the laptop to the deck and enjoy a livestream of his Friday show. Tickets are $20 per night in advance, $25 day of show (including tax and fee). $1 from each ticket sold will be donated to the Black Solidarity Fund, supporting charities and advancing the lives of Black Canadians through social services, arts and culture, mental health supports, and more.
Aug 28 – Irish Sessions at Lane’s Privateer Inn (Liverpool)
Join Lane’s Privateer Inn for their Irish Sessions. An evening of toe tapping traditional Irish music performed in the “session” format round the table. It’s an informal and fun evening of great music and food for the whole family. No cover charge! To reserve tables for dinner, call 902 354 3456
What’s Happening on Saturday August 29, 2020
Aug 29 – All Levels Hath Flow Yoga (New Germany)
Join Yoga with Lisa Saturdays for All Levels Hatha Flow Yoga classes. This is an outdoor class overlooking the LaHave River with plenty of space and shade.The class is designed for someone new to yoga or someone with yoga experience. Classes are $10 per class or $45 for 5 class pass. Space is limited, please pre-register to ensure your spot via email or text 902-298-9384. Please check out the full Facebook event for all the details.
Aug 29 – St. Luke’s Parish Huge Outdoor Yard Sale (Hubbards)
Join Anglican Parish of St. Luke’s Hubbards outdoors by St. Luke’s Parish Hall for a huge summer yard sale. Since their annual yard sale in May was cancelled, they have a wide selection of items which have been held in storage for months just waiting to find a new home. COVID-19 protocols including physical distancing and mask wearing will be followed. Free admission, everyone welcome. Please no early birds! We will be ready to welcome you at 9 am sharp! Rain Date: Saturday September 5th, 2020
Aug 29 – Introduction to Sea Kayaking (La Have)
Cape LaHave Adventures is holding an Introduction to Sea Kayaking course this Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm. This day-long beginner course covers basic sea kayaking skills, including assisted rescues and safety considerations for paddling along calm shorelines. No experience required! Registration is $149.00 per person and includes: kayaking and safety gear & instruction. See full facebook event for all the details.
Aug 29 – Book Launch with Jan Fancy Hull: “Where’s Home?” (Lunenburg)
LaHave River Books invites you to the book launch of Jan Fancy Hall’s debut novel “Where’s Home?”this Saturday at 4pm. “Where’s Home?” explores what makes Nova Scotia “home” to those born here and those who move here. Dramatized readings will be held outdoors, with special performance by Alex Hickey. Appropriate COVID protocols in place. Rain date: Sunday August 30th, 4-6pm.
Aug 29 – Saturdays in the Park (Lunenburg)
Saturdays in the Park continues this weekend with a performance by Reeny SMith. Saturdays in the Park presented by the Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society and take place Saturdays through the summer, 2-3pm at the Bandstand in Lunenburg.
Aug 28 – Aaron Warren live at The Nosy Crow (Mahone Bay)
Head out to The Nosy Crow for a bite to eat and a cold drink and enjoy the musical stylings of Aaron Warren. Music starts at 2pm, a great way to enjoy the afternoon.
Aug 29 – Music Jam at Queens County Fair Grounds (Caledonia)
You won’t want to miss the Music Jam! Head to Caledonia and enjoy live music on Saturday from 1:00pm-5:00pm at the Queens County Fair Grounds. Free Admissions, donations welcome, refreshments available, lots of parking and seating, social distancing in effect.
Aug 29 – Outdoor Penny Auction (New Germany)
The South Shore Gals are hosting an Outdoor Penny Auction, this Saturday from 11am-3pm. Taking place at the New Germany Legion, along with penny auction there will be a 50/50 draw, outside grill for takeaway. Social Distancing guidelines will be in place. Rain Date Aug 30th.
Aug 29 – Music in the Street (Chester)
Chester Playhouse Theatre presents Music in the Street, this Saturday starting at 4pm. Make way to the theatre for this outdoor concert featuring Roland Grant, Nova Scotia’s Latin Rock Guitar Virtuoso. Get there early and enjoy Chester’s own Dark & Stormy as they warm up the audience. This is a pay what you can event, with all proceeds going towards programming at the Chester Playhouse. Bring your chair and best sun hat (please no umbrellas). Supporting businesses in Chester will be open before, during and after the show. Gates for Playhouse on Pleasant open at 3:00 pm, COVID guidelines will be in place. Rain Date Aug 30th
Aug 29 – Christina Martin live at Petite Riviere Vineyard (Petite Riviere)
Christina Martin returns to the Petite Riviere Vineyards this Saturday for two live shows! We will be offering an Early Show – Christina Martin at Petite Riviere Vineyards starting at 6:30pm and a Late Show – Christina Martin at Petite Riviere Vineyards starting at 8:30pm. Tickets are $25 each or get two tickets for $40! Spaces are limited so book now guarantee your seats! Click the links above to order tickets. **Seating will be distanced according to guidelines and guests will be asked to wear a mask inside and during the performance.
Aug 29 – Shawn Hebb live at the Osprey Nest Public House (Petite Riviere)
The Osprey Nest Public House welcome back Shawn Hebb, playing live on the patio. Taking the deck from 6-9pm, playing all your favourite rock, pop, blues and more, you will be tapping your toes and humming along.
Aug 29 – Dynamic live at King Street Beer Co. (Bridgewater)
King Street Beer Co., welcomes Dynamic to the side patio this Saturday from 8-10pm. Head down for some great tunes, cold drinks and enjoy a night on King Street.
What’s Happening on the South Shore Sunday August 30, 2020
Aug 30 – All levels Vinyasa Yoga (Bridgewater)
Yoga with Katherine presents an All Levels Vinyasa Yoga Class held in an outdoor setting. Moving with our breath, we will build heat in the body with sun salutations and explore classic hatha yoga postures building on throughout the summer. You must register and pay for class ahead of time to hold your spot. Classes are $10 each or you can purchase a 5 class pass for $45! Payments for classes must be sent through EMT. All students are required to bring their own mat and any other props they prefer to use. Please see full Facebook Event for all information, details and COVID safe practices
Aug 30 – Sundays on the Lunenburg Waterfront (Lunenburg)
Live music on the Lunenburg Waterfront continues this Sunday with Weather Advisory. Bring your lawn chair and join this two talented gents from 2-4pm. A free, family friendly outside event on Lunenburg’s working waterfront presented by Develop NS.
Aug 30 – The Golden Nuggets live at the Ol’ Miner Diner (The Ovens)
It’s the last Sunday for live music at the Ol’ Miner Diner in The Ovens Natural Park. Join the Golden Nuggets starting at 5pm. Seating is limited, please call ahead to reserve your spot. (902) 766-4621. A traditional part of what’s happening on the South Shore.
Aug 30 – Black Lives Matter Picnic (Chester)
Black youth on the South Shore are organizing a Black Lives Matter Picnic with their supporters, including People of the South Shore, on August 30th at 3pm at Hutt Lake in Chester. All are welcome to come swim, picnic, rest, and enjoy the summer Sunday together in safety and solidarity. The Biscuit Eater in Mahone Bay & friends will be bringing a bunch of picnic lunches in case anyone needs one, as well as extra masks, water, and hand sanitizer. Please see full event for all the details.
Aug 30 – Zumba® In The Park with Mindy (Bridgewater)
This week Zumba with Mindy invites you to Zumba in the Park, the annual event where the party moves outside. The dancing starts at 6pm, it’s just $5 to join in. Space is limited, so registration is required in advance, please message Mindy via Facebook to check availability. Check out the full facebook event for all the details. Rain date Sept. 13th
Aug 30 – Lobster Roll Take Out Dinner (Pentz)
West Side United Church in Pentz is holding a Lobster Roll Take Out this Sunday between 3-5pm. Ticket sales/reservations are going very well, so call soon to reserve your tickets for the Lobster Roll ($20) or the Ham ($15) suppers. Call Neil/Philip at (902) 688-1580 to purchase or reserve tickets.
South Shore Farmers Markets
This is the greatest time of the year to visit your local Farmers Market. The tables are just exploding with local produce and flowers. A great way to spend part of your weekend and support local. Please check out their respective websites/facebook pages for COVID-19 safety protocols and recommendations. Farm markets, a great part of what’s happening on the south shore.
Chester Farmers & Artisan Market: Fridays 9:00am – 12:00pm
New Germany Farmers Market: Fridays 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Hubbards Farmers Market: Saturday 8:00am – 12:00pm
Bridgewater Farmers Market: Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
West Dublin Farmers Market: Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm
Privateers Farmers Market: Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm
Check out our South Shore Farmers Market post for online and pick-up options for your local markets.
We hope that this helps you make your plans now that you know What’s Happening on the South Shore this Weekend.
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