It’s mid-February, and we are hopeful that spring may be just around the corner. However, we also know how it goes on the South Shore, winter is not done with us yet, so let’s embrace it! There is plenty to do this weekend, both inside and out, to enjoy the snow and colder weather, and yes, there is a chance to put your spring garden planning hat on too. Let’s see what’s happening on the South Shore this weekend!
Photo : Helping Nature Heal
What’s Happening on Friday February 19th, 2021
Feb 19 – Guided Snowshoe/Walk in Birchtown
Join the Municipality of Shelburne Recreation & Parks Department for a Guided Snowshoe/Walk of Birchtown. A part if their Winter Walks series, this walk is on the trail from Birchtown to Boulder Cove Friday starting at 10am. This walk will be a 4.5km snowshoe. All equipment will be provided and it’s free! A tour guide from the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre will also be joining us for a portion of the snowshoe. Limited Spaces-Must pre-register by messaging Shelburne Municipal Recreation & Parks, Calling 902-875-3544 ext 229 or emailing
Feb 19 – Public Skates at the LCLC (Lunenburg)
Looking to get in some exercise this weekend? Pack up your partner, your kids, heck even your parents and lace on a pair of skates at the LCLC in Bridgewater. What a great way to spend an afternoon or evening. Check out their website for COVID Protocols.
Feb 19 – Irish Sessions at Lane’s Privateer Inn (Liverpool)
This Friday! Join Lane’s Privateer Inn for a (social distanced) evening of toe-tapping tunes with the Irish Pub Sessions musicians. No cover charge! Show starts at 7:30pm Reservations highly recommended~ Call 1 902 354-3456 to book your table.
Feb 19 – Pat & Andy Melanson live at Boxing Rock (Shelburne)
Boxing Rock welcomes back Pat & Andy to the stage this Friday. Stop in for some good beer, great music, a fun way to kick off the weekend.
Feb 19 – The Nice Guys live at Bayport Pub (Riverport)
The boys are back at Bayport Pub this weekend. Join the fun this Friday at 7 when The Nice Guys hit the stage. Call or message us to save your table or place your takeout order! 902-764-2404
Feb 19 – Atay & Jax live at FirkenStein Brewing (Bridgewater)
Atay & Jax are back at the FirkenStein this Friday at 8pm. $20 Tickets | Limited reserved seating with pandemic rules in effect. For tickets visit FirkinStein Brewing in person. If you still hold tickets from the cancelled show in November, you can redeem those at the venue for access to this show!
What’s Happening on the South Shore Saturday February 20th, 2021
Feb 20 – 15th Annual Seedy Saturday (Bridgewater)
Helping Nature Heal Inc. is hosting their 15th Annual Seedy Saturday, this weekend at the DesBrisay Museum. This is the place to be for all your seed and gardening needs and information for the 2021 growing year! Keep in mind most vendors are cash only. Vendors include Annapolis Seeds, Hope Seeds, Bear Cove Resources, Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute, Yonder Hill Farm, and Helping Nature Heal. Warm cider will be provided. Covid19 regulations will be in place and masks are required, please social distance during this event. Dress for the weather as there may be a line to enter. If you have any questions email or call 902-543-7416.
Feb 20 – Introduction to Longsword (Dayspring)
Medieval Swordplay Canada is hosting a Italian Medieaval Longsword Training workshop this weekend, 3-4:30 pm. This class is open to beginners, must be 18+Registration in advance holds your spot and is nonrefundable. Spaces limited. Training Swords provided. Classes cost $20, Registration by e-transfer at medievalswordplaycanada@gmail.com
Feb 20 – Winter Active Day Trails : Bay to Bay Trail **POSTPONED TO SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21ST**
Celebrate Winter Active Day with Recreation Nova Scotia in partnership with Make Your Move #NSTrails #CommunityHealthBoards of the Northern Zone, and Hike Nova Scotia this Saturday. They will be at six trails, including the Bay to Bay Trail, across Nova Scotia. Come out, say hi, and go for a nice walk, bike ride, or whatever activity you enjoy doing in the winter. The first 10 people who come out to the listed trails will win a cool prize pack. All a part of Take the Roof Off of Winter!
Feb 20 – Snowshoe/Hiking Adventures with MODL at the MARC (Dayspring)
Join the Lunenburg Recreation Department as they continue with their Snowshoe/Hiking Adventures. This Saturday head to the Trails of the MARC, and set out for an approximately 6km scenic hike through the vast trail system. Bring your own snowshoes, or borrow from the MODL. Pre-registration is required, (902) 541-1343, all ages are welcome, kids 12 and under must be with an adult.
Feb 20 – Phil & Clark love at Boxing Rock Brewing Co. (Shelburne)
Boxing Rock Brewing Co. welcomes back Phil & Clark this Saturday. Great music to tap your foot too! Bring a friend and enjoy a few hours out. Music starts at 6:30pm. $5 cover at the door.
Feb 20 – GameChangers live at King Street Beer Co. (Bridgewater)
GameChangers bring their selection of Groove-Blues back to King Street Beer Company this Saturday. Music starts at 8pm, great beer, great tunes, sounds like a great night out.
Feb 20 – Shawn Hebb live at Osprey Nest Public House (Petite Riviere)
Fan favourite Shawn Hebb is back at the Osprey Nest Public House this Saturday from 6-9pm. Enjoy a great meal accompanied by great music. You can check out the newly completed enclosed, heated patio!
Feb 20 – Columbia Houselive at FirkenStein Beer Co. (Bridgewater)
FirkenStein welcomes back Columbia House this Saturday at 8pm. A fantastic band. loaded with talent, sure to get your toes tapping. $5 cover, cash only, at the door, COVID protocols in effect.
What’s Happening on Sunday February 21st, 2021
Feb 21 – Public Skates at Lunenburg Arena (Lunenburg)
Join in the fun of Public Skates at the Lunenburg Arena this weekend, including Sunday from 6:15pm-7:30pm. Check out their website for more information including COVID protocols in place.
Feb 21 – Guided Snowshoe/Hike at Ernst Woodlot (Mahone Bay)
The Lunenburg Recreation Department is back with another guided snowshoe/hike. Join them Sunday, from 2-4pm and explore the looping roads through the managed diverse forest of Ernst Forest Products Woodlot. Bring your own snowshoes, or book free loaners. Pre-registration is required, (902) 541-1343, all ages are welcome, kids 12 and under must be with an adult.
Feb 21 – Sunday Ceilidh at King Street Beer Co. (Bridgewater)
King Street Beer Co. invites you to Sunday Ceilidh. Enjoy local brew with Traditional Celtic music performed by members of South Shore Pipes and Drums Association from 2-4pm. Those attending are to wear masks until seated, and masks must be put back on while moving about, six feet distance is mandatory to protect one another.
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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