Last weekend we had a Virtual Fishing Derby, this weekend how about a Virtual Marathon? There seems to be no limit as to what South Shore communities can do to keep traditions alive, while creating new ones. This weekend learn to Banghra, head to the drive-in, take a sea kayaking course or visit a local gallery. Let’s see what’s happening on the South Shore this weekend!

What’s Happening on Friday July 24th, 2020

July 24 – “Wooden It Be Nice” Exhibition Seely Hall (Port Medway)

Seely Hall in Port Medway is holding “Wooden It Be Nice“, an exhibition by Vincent Dieras and Johanna Hancock. Vincent’s work is twig furniture and baskets made from trees and bushes on his Long Cove Road property. Johanna’s items include 19th century pine cabinets, tables and chairs, boxes and wooden farm implements. The exhibit runs July 17 – 27 Open 11 am to 4 pm. Please adhere to proper social distancing and please wear a mask. Cash or e transfers will be accepted on site.

July 24 – Learn Banghra (Bridgewater)

The Lunenburg County YMCA is excited to host a Learn Banghra evening. Banghra is an energetic, folk dance and music form that originated from Punjab, India. We welcome, Jaspreet Bajwa who has instructed for 10 years! Please call the YMCA 902-543-9622 to register now. Limited to 9 participants. This is a free event.

July 24 – New Works by Malcom Callaway Amicus Gallery (Chester)

Amicus Gallery is pleased to present New Works by Malcolm Callaway from July 23rd till August 5th. Please come by, say hi and see what Malcolm has been working on this year.

July 24 – Morgan Davis Live at St. Marks Place (Middle Lahave)

St. Mark’s Place is proud to present Juno Award winner Morgan Davis this Friday at 7:30pm. Over the years, Davis has won 8 Maple Blues Awards and a Juno in 2004 for Blues Album of the Year. This is an evening you won’t want to miss. St. Mark’s Place social distance seating arrangement is 34 people total. Face masks are mandatory and no beverages are allowed. Email stmarkstickets@outlook.com to reserve your seat.

July 24 – Place for Dory Mates : Musical Variety (Lockeport)

 One Meter Up and Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women & Song invite you to shake off the isolation blues by heading to Seacaps Memorial Park in Lockeport for Harmony Bazaar’s Place for Dory Mates Musical Variety. Head down this Friday at 6:30pm for an evening of amazing local talent.

July 24 – Dynamic at the Bayport Pub (Riverport)

Bayport Pub is happy to welcome back Dynamic this Friday. Head down for a great meal and music. Call (902) 764-2404 and book your table today. If you can’t make it out on Friday to see them, head over to Firkenstein Brewing on Saturday and catch them there.

What’s Happening on the South Shore Saturday July 25th, 2020

July 25 – Seas the Day Virtual Race : Nova Scotia Marathon

 Barrington Municipal Recreation Department and Nova Scotia Marathon invite you to participate in the Seas the Day Virtual Race. Due to COVID-19 the annual Sea Me Run Nova Scotia Marathon is postponed to 2021 so, this is our 49.5th Annual Nova Scotia Marathon! Participants are encouraged to run any distance they desire, but make sure it ends with a .5. This race is a fun run, times will not be documented for any major marathon qualifier. Once you have completed your race, you can share your time on the NS Marathon Facebook page and put #SeasTheDay. Registration will close on July 24th at 4:30pm. Registration fee is $10. All proceeds will be donated to local school lunch voucher programs in the Municipality of Barrington

July 25 – All Levels Hatha Flow Yoga (Bridgewater)

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.

July 25 – Family Canoe Afternoon at Wile Lake (Wileville)

District of Lunenburg Recreation is having a family canoe at Wiles Lake! Join us on Saturday afternoon from 1-3pm for some canoeing fun. Registration will be on-site. We hope to see you there!

July 25 – Saturdays in the Park Concert Series (Lunenburg)

In a summer of cancellations, including the Folk Harbour Festival, the Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society will be presenting free, live concerts at the Bandstand in Lunenburg. Join us this Saturday as we present Ian Sherwood. These one hour concerts will take place at 2 pm throughout the summer. They will hopefully fill a void in the summer’s schedule of community events, and are designed with musicians, audience members, and local businesses in mind.

July 25 – South Shore Drive In presents “Mamma Mia ” (Mill Village)

South Shore’s Drive-In movie this Saturday is “Mamma Mia“! As Sophie and her family are busy preparing for her wedding, she secretly invites three men, who were her mother’s lovers in the past, with the hope that one of them is her father. A fun filled night out with the girls for sure! Price $10 per vehicle. Parking opens at 9pm, Movie starts at 10pm. Concessions available on location. 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!

July 25 – Kevin Koloff live at Saltbox Brewery (Mahone Bay)

Saltbox Brewery welcomes Kevin Koloff this Saturday from 7-9pm. Enjoy a cold one one and the sounds of the 60’s & 70’s. Sounds like a great way to spend some time this weekend.

July 25 – Art Cole & Steve Chapin at the Ol’ Miner Diner (Ovens Park)

The Ovens Natural Park welcomes back Art Cole & Steve Chapin to the Ol’ Miner Diner this Saturday starting at 5pm. Playing Maritime favourites, 60’s and 70’s hits and many more tunes that you may recognize. Call (902) 766-4621 to reserve your table.

July 25 – Barrington Farmers Market (Barrington)

The Barrington Farmer’s Market, Nova Scotia hopes to see you out this Saturday, July 25th from 9 am to Noon. Come out and enjoy the day, do a little shopping and grab some lunch.

July 25 – Outdoor Movie Night with “Monsters Inc.” (Shelburne)

Shelburne Municipal Recreation & Parks invites you to join them for Outdoor Movie Night at Shelburne Regional High School! The family friendly movie “Monsters Inc.” will start around dusk. This is a free event. Please bring your own snacks and blankets or lawn chairs.

July 25 – Greenfield & District Volunteer Fire Department Annual Planked Salmon Dinner : Take Out (Greenfield)

Greenfield and District Volunteer Fire Department are pleased to be able to carry on with their Annual Planked Salmon Supper, with a twist. This year the supper will be Take-Out only. Tickets are $17 per person, and will be pre-sold. Tickets are available at Stew’s Corner Convenience and AFN Medway Entertainment, or you can Email info@greenfieldfire.ca to get tickets, E-transfer available.

July 25 – Geoff Kennedy live at King Street Beer Co. (Bridgewater)

King Street Beer Co. is please to have Geoff Kennedy come out and play this Saturday. Head down for a cool drink and great music from 8-10pm.

What’s happening on Sunday July 26th, 2020

July 26 – Introduction to Sea Kayaking (LaHave)

Cape LaHave Adventures is holding an Introduction to Sea Kayaking course this Sunday 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! The course costs $149.00 pp, reservations are required. Time: 9:30am-5:30pm (Please arrive at 9:15am) Includes: kayaking and safety gear & instructor. Please see full Facebook Event for all the details.

July 26 – Wild Blueberry U-Pick Tentative Opening (Clyde River)

This Wild Blueberry U-Pick is located 1 km north off Hwy 103 on the Upper Clyde Road, in Clyde  River. Tentative opening date for the 2020 season is this Sunday, July 26. Open daily 9-4 pm, weather permitting with some evenings which will be announced later. Check the facebook page for daily update, field conditions and COVID-19 protocol including social distancing. Blueberries are only $2./ lb. Please bring your own containers. Washroom facilities available at the field. For any further information we can always be reached at 902-637-8322.

July 26 – An Afternoon of Country Music (Shelburne)

The Shelburne Lions Club is please to have Dave Burbine & Traditional Country back for an Afternoon of Country Music this Sunday at 2pm. All your favourite Country songs in a safe, relaxing environment. Physical distancing rules will be maintained and seating will be limited to maximum of 100 people per Provincial regulations. **Masks are encouraged but not mandatory. Open canteen for hot dogs/sandwiches/soft drinks, 50/50 draw and more. $10 admission (please use front door)

July 26 – Fish & Chip Take Out Supper (Italy Cross)

Italy Cross/Middlewood & District Fire Department are holding a Fish & Chip Take Out Supper this Sunday from 2-6pm. To call you’re orders in advance, dial: (902) – 543 – 2853 Prices: 1 Piece: $10 and 2 Piece: $12, roll & dessert are included.

July 26 – Abdella Assaff live at Chester Legion (Chester)

Chester Legion – Branch 44 welcomes Abdella Assaff – Acoustic Performance
this Sunday July 26th, 3:00PM – 5:00PM. Social distancing rules in effect.
Limited to 35 people. Members and one guests each. No cover charge.
19+ event.

July 26 – Chester Bandstand Summer Concerts with Jamie Junger (Chester)

The Chester Bandstand Summer Concert Series is back on Sunday evenings in the Seaside Village of Chester! A wonderful backdrop for an evening of music. Please see poster for COVID-19 Guidelines. A wonderful part of what’s happening on the South Shore.

AUG 2 – Lobster Trunk Sale at Bonny Lea Farm (Chester)

Okay, technically this event is happening next weekend, however due to COVID-19, the Lobster Trunk Sale for Bonny Lea Farm will look a little different this year and advanced orders for lobster need to be placed by July 29th. This year we will not hold a dinner, instead, we will have a drive thru, lobster only, event, with two pick-up locations: Chester and Halifax!!!

For more than 30 years Bonny Lea Farm has been serving up 600 lobster dinners on the Sunday of the August long weekend. Our lobster is sponsored by Clearwater and all proceeds support our specialized programs for adults living with an intellectual disability. Order your lobster today, and help support this wonderful organization.

South Shore Farmers Markets

A number of our wonderful farm markets have opened up for the summer season. 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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