August 2022
TOASTED MARSHMALLOW DAY
Today is Toasted Marshmallow Day! With summer coming to a close, today is the perfect opportunity to light the firepit (where permitted) and toast up some marshmallows. The history of the marshmallow dates all the way back to Ancient Egypt. The Egyptians harvested the sweet gooey extract of the mallow plant and used it to make candy. It was a very special treat reserved exclusively for gods and royalty. The modern-day marshmallows we know and love today emerged during the…
Find out more »September 2022
NS PINK SHIRT DAY
This is the ORIGINAL wear pink day The day is celebrated on the second Thursday in September with schools across the province holding anti-bullying events and students wearing pink. The inspiration for Stand Up Against Bullying Day came from two Grade 12 students at Central Kings Rural High School in Cambridge, Kings Co. Travis Price and David Shepherd rallied behind a new student who was being bullied, simply for wearing a pink shirt. They brought pink shirts to school and…
Find out more »INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY
International Literacy Day serves to recognize the importance of literacy and acknowledge the need to create a globally literate community. Literacy refers to a person's ability to read or write, an ability that connects and empowers people, allowing them to communicate and interact with the world, and one that the United Nations considers to be a basic human right.
Find out more »FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN
Autumn (Fall) officially arrived last evening (Sept 22) at 10:03 PM Atlantic Daylight Time The autumnal equinox—also called the September or fall equinox—is the astronomical start of the fall season in the Northern Hemisphere and the spring season in the Southern Hemisphere. Today is the first full day of Autumn
Find out more »ROSH HASHANAH
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. It is the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, and a day of judgment and coronation of God as king. Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Sept 25 and ends at sundown Sept 27
Find out more »November 2022
Open Hearth at Killam Brewery Market
Messages of Kindness and Open Hearth are back for a third year in a row! Join us on Friday, November 25th between 4pm and 8pm at the Killam Brewery Market for a festive evening celebrating warmth, light, and connection. Shop at our local stores, visit some local artisans, grab a bite to eat at one of our restaurants and warm yourself by the fire as you take in the Open Hearth display! The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia will…
Find out more »January 2023
Eastern College Open House
On Wednesday, January 18th 2023, join us for an open house at our Halifax campus. Learn about the in-demand programs offered, tour the campus, and hear from guest speakers. Door prizes and refreshments will also be available. Reserve Your Spot
Find out more »RV Show & Sale
Atlantic Canada's largest RV show and sale returns to the Halifax Exhibition Centre! A favorite of RV enthusiasts from across the region. Big or small, this show has it all – with something for every taste and budget.
Find out more »February 2023
Big Poutine Fest
Big Poutine Fest is all about LOCAL Restaurants and LOCAL charity working together to make a difference for youth facing adversity. Every time you indulge in a delicious poutine, a donation will be made to Big Brothers Big Sisters in the local community. You’ll also get a chance at some great prizes. Click here for participating restaurants in HRM
Find out more »Halifax International Boat Show
The Halifax International Boat Show brings you the top brands from across the Maritimes. This leading event features boats of all shapes and sizes, along with exhibits of marine equipment, marine engines, diesel, gas, outboard and inboard, marine electronics and accessories, docks and dock builders. Thursday, February 2 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday, February 3 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday, February 4 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Sunday, February 5 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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