A couple of cooler days this week has us realizing that summer is truly coming to a close. While some are looking forward to getting back to their autumn routines, there is still lots to do to celebrate the carefree days of summer. Let’s see what’s happening on the South Shore this weekend! ☀️

📸 – Nova Scotia Lumberjack Championships

What’s Happening on the South Shore Friday Aug 21, 2020

Aug 21 – Virtual Recipe Exchange with Wile’s Carding Museum (Bridgewater)

Join Wile Carding Mill Museum for the last day of their Virtual Recipe Exchange. You are invited to share your favourite family recipe, a picture if you have one, and the story of that recipe to their Facebook page or email your recipe to them and they will post them for you. Fridays Category – Anything You Like

Aug 21 – Travelling Through Time Exhibit at the DesBrisay Museum (Bridgewater)

The DesBrisay Museum has a brand new exhibit, Travelling Through Time: The History of the Railway. This exhibit runs until August 27th. The summer staff have worked hard to put this incredible exhibit together, and they can’t wait to share it with you. The Museum is open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

Aug 21 – Mike Biggar live at St. Mark’s Place (Middle LaHave)

St. Marks Place is pleased to welcome Mike Biggar this Friday from 7:30-9:30pm, a part of their Summer Cabaret Series. By any measure, New Brunswick contemporary roots and blues artist Mike Biggar is a natural live performer. With a musical history that stretches back to a gospel music childhood, Biggar is the picture of a lifetime spent in performance. Seating limit to 34, face masks are mandatory and no beverages are allowed. Tickets are $20, Email to reserve your seat.

Aug 21 – Live Music at Boxing Rock (Shelburne)

Boxing Rock Brewery invites you to Finest Fridays. Enjoy live music on the patio, Fridays from 6-7:30pm. Keep on eye on their facebook page to see who will be taking the stage!

Aug 21 – Kristen Martell live at the Nosy Crow (Mahone Bay)

Kick off the weekend at the Nosy Crow for some bites and brews with Mahone Bay songstress Kristen Martell. Kristen will be sharing stories and songs, including songs from her recent album ‘Coming Home’. Music starts at 7pm.

Aug 21 – Atay & Jax live at King Street Beer Co. (Bridgewater)

King Street Beer Co. welcomes Atay & Jax for their “Stay in your seats & drink beer” show. The guys take the stage from 8-10pm, this is a 19+ show. Tickets are $20 and available here. Masks are required upon entry.

What’s Happening on Saturday Aug 22, 2020

Aug 22 – All Levels Hatha 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 22 – Yard Sale Italy Cross/Middlewood Fire Department (Italy Cross)

Italy Cross/Middlewood & District Fire Department is holding a Yard Sale this Saturday from 10am-2pm. Head down and do some socially distance dtreasure hunting.

Aug 22 – The Black Rock Buoys live at the Bridgewater Farmers Market (Bridgewater)

Check out the Black Rock Buoys playing this weekend at the Bridgewater Farmers Market from 10am-1pm. The Black Rock Buoys is an Annapolis Valley Ukulele based cover band that performs Classic Rock, Folk, Celtic and Blues songs. What a great way t start the day.

Aug 22 – Dancin in the Park : Nia, Chakra Dancing & Sound Healing (Chester)

Andrea Mounce-Halasz invites you to Dancin in the Park, this Saturday at 11am at Lordly Park Playground in Chester. Chakra dancing is a form a meditative movement that utilizes music and free form movement. Session will include a Nia warm up by the amazing Sherry MacKenzie-Jennison. $10.00 drop in fee. Donation will be made to the park. Members of Activate Health-The Membership Group: no charge.

Aug 22 – NLS Lumberjack Meet (Barrington)

The 2020 Lumberjack Meet & Junior competition is happening this weekend at Wild Axe Park, Barrington, with events happening both Saturday and Sunday. Cost to participate: $5 for kids, $10 for adults. This is not an official competition… just an opportunity for lumberjack sports enthusiasts to meet up, swap stories (from an appropriate physical distance) and dust off the gear in 2020. Check the full facebook event for all the details.

Aug 22 – Giant Studio Yard Sale (Lunenburg)

Calling all crafters, quilters and makers. Local artists Valerie Hearder, Laurie Swim and Letisha McFall are have a Giant Studio Yard Sale this Saturday. Head to 155 Broad St., Lunenburg between 9:30am-2:30pm and browse through various art supplies including; Lots of quality fabrics including batiks, sewing machines, felt and felting tools, grab bags of scraps, landscape fabrics, sheers, and much more! Tables will be well spread out, please wear masks, sanitize hands when you arrive. CASH only, bring change. (Rain Date Aug 23)

Aug 22 – Joan Dawson book signing: “Nova Scotia’s Historic Harbours” (Lunenburg)

LaHave River Books invites you to join them as Joan Dawson signs copies of her latest book: “Nova Scotia’s Historic Harbours”. The cities, towns, and villages along Nova Scotia’s coastlines have witnessed battles, shipwrecks, celebrations, and tragedies. This is a wonderful collection of these stories, Ms. Dawson will be there this Saturday from 1-3pm.

Aug 22 – Saturdays in the Park with Norma MacDonald (Lunenburg)

Saturdays in the Park continues this weekend with a performance by Norma MacDonald. 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 22 – Ragged Island Roosters live at the Lawn Chair Festival (Shelburne)

This weekends Lawn Chair Festival welcomes the Ragged Island Roosters. The Ragged Island Roosters bring their barnyard blues and fertile farm funk to the Osprey for the release of their LIVE CD “Lost and Alive in Little Harbour”. Music starts at 2pm. Bring your lawn chair! Due to COVID 19 use of the Hall chairs is not possible so the only seating will be what you bring. All social distancing and safety measures will be adhered to.

Aug 22 – Black Harbour Distillers Turns One! (Hubbards)

Black Harbour Distillers is turning one, and they invite you come down to the distillery to celebrate! This outdoor event at the distillery will have things going on all day! Enjoy our cocktail drinks and fun giveaways throughout the day!From 3-8 PM check out Pop’s Kettle Corn & Sweet Roasted Corn for Amazing Food. From Noon on Noreaster Apparel will be set up with awesome apparel you need to see and last but not least live music from 4-8 PM from The Musical Brothers & Friends, Bring a lawn chair down and enjoy the music food and drinks August 22nd !

Aug 22 – South Shore Drive In presents ” The Fast and the Furious” PG-13 (Mill Village)

South Shore’s Drive-In movie this Saturday is “The Fast and the Furious“. Los Angeles police officer Brian O’Conner must decide where his loyalty really lies when he becomes enamoured with the street racing world he has been sent undercover to destroy. Rated PG13 with language, violence, and sexual content. Show time is at dusk, with parking opening at 8:30 pm. Concessions and washroom are on site, and admission is $10 per vehicle. Directions:☆Exit 17A off of the 103 to Mill Village☆Next left onto Flat Iron Rd☆1519 old highway #3☆Directional signs will be out, to guide you to us!

Aug 22 – GameChangers live at FirkenStein Brewing (Bridgewater)

FirkenStein Brewing welcomes back the GameChangers this Saturday. This popular Groove-Blues Trio will have your toes tapping. Music starts at 8pm.

Aug 22 – Cyrus R.O. live at Saltbox Brewery (Mahone Bay)

Saltbox Brewery welcomes Cyrus R.O. to the stage this Saturday at 7pm. Join in as Cyrus R.O. will be playing a solo set of covers, tunes from his new record, and other stuff!

Aug 22 – Owls Head Road House Concert Series (Online)

Owls Head Road House Concert Series moves online this year, and first up is The Waterfront Gang. This dynamic group has wowed audiences with their upbeat performances, unique arrangements of classic Jazz Standards and original compositions. Tickets are $8.63 (all in), to reserve your “spot” and get your link to the show, buy your tickets here.

What’s Happening on the South Shore Sunday Aug 23, 2020

Aug 23 – 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 23 – Book signing with Carole Langille: “Doing Time” (Lunenburg)

Please join LaHave River Books as they welcome Carole Langille to sign copies of her latest book: “Doing Time: Writing Workshops in Prison”.
Doing Time makes us rethink the myths we have about inmates and gives us insights into the force of trauma and the power of dignity. We get a glimpse of what goes on in a prison system and we learn, as Langille learned, from the men and women she worked with. Ms. Langille will be in store from 1-3pm this Sunday.

Aug 23 – Sunday in the Park with Steve (The Ovens)

The Ovens Natural Park welcomes back Steve Chapin for “Sunday in the Park with Steve“. Music starts at 5pm. Our outdoor dining has been very popular so be sure to reserve early. Remember to dress accordingly and don’t forget your masks! Call 902-766-4621 for reservations.

Aug 23 – Lockeport Beach Bash (Crescent Beach)

Head to Crescent Beach this Sunday for the 3rd Annual Lockeport Beach Bash. Taking the stage this year is One Meter Up. Grab your friends, pack the lawn chairs, blankets and snacks and enjoy a great day at the beach. Social Distancing is in effect, masks are encouraged.

Aug 23 – Celtic Sessions at Saltbox Brewery (Mahone Bay)

Celtic Sessions continue at the Saltbox Brewery. From 2-4 join Buchanans House of Music for a lovely Celtic music filled afternoon on the patio!

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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