
June 2019
Blue Nose Marathon
Known as ‘the people’s marathon’, the Scotiabank Blue Nose Marathon event welcomes all ages, abilities and fitness levels. With the help of 1,400 volunteers, there are seven running events (5KM, 10KM, 15KM, half marathon, full marathon, marathon team relay, youth run-4KM and 2KM) taking place during the June 8-9, 2019 weekend. There is also an Active Living Expo that span two days with 70 vendors and more than 80 booths. The Active Living Expo takes places on June 6-7, 2019 at the…
Find out more »A new song today from Trisha Yearwood
Trisha Yearwood has been teasing the release of her new country album, and fans now have a sense of what to expect with the announcement of its first single, "Every Girl in This Town." The song will arrive on June 6. Based on Yearwood's description, "Every Girl in This Town" will inspire. Though an official date has yet to be announced, Yearwood anticipates the new country album, her first in 12 years, will be released in fall of 2019.
Find out more »Halifax Greek Fest
The oldest and largest cultural festival in Halifax. Join us June 6-9, 2019 for a taste of Greece in the heart of Halifax. Join us for.... - Live Greek Music - Greek Dancing - Wine Tastings - Waterfront Patio Kafenio - Kids Activities - Church Tours - Win a Trip to Greece and other fantastic prizes - All the Greek food you can eat! 38 Purcell’s Cove Road Halifax, Nova Scotia
Find out more »NHL Finals : Game 5
Game 5 : NHL Finals June 6, 2019 Blues and Bruins (9 pm)
Find out more »75th anniversary of D-Day
On June 6, 1944, Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy (France) to open the way to Germany from the West. Victory in the Normandy campaign would come at a terrible cost. The Canadians suffered the most casualties of any division in the British Army Group. June 6, 2019, marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.
Find out more »Mayor’s Bike Ride
Bike Week 2019 is happening June 1 – 9 (Events each day) Thursday, June 6 **Bike Week Signature Event** Mayor’s Bike Ride Time: 3 – 5 p.m. Location: Start at Acadia Park, Lower Sackville The Halifax Regional Municipality and CAA Atlantic invite you to join Mayor Mike Savage and Councillors for the annual Mayor’s Bike Ride. The Mayor’s Ride aims to promote cycling and to celebrate active transportation in the Municipality. This year’s ride begins at Acadia Park in Lower…
Find out more »100th anniversary of the St. Mary’s Boat Club
Built in 1905, the boat club was originally operated by the Young Men's Temperance & Benevolent Society. It was established as the St. Mary's Boat Club in 1919. Currently, the facility is host to various receptions, summer camps, and canoe, kayak and stand up paddle board rentals. The celebrations will include free canoe rentals, a performance by the Halifax Boys Honour Choir and light refreshments. St. Mary's Boat Club, 1641 Fairfield Road, Halifax. Thursday, June 6 5:30 pm - 9:30…
Find out more »National Fish and Chip day
Fish and Chip Day : June 7th. Fish and chips were first served together as a dish around 1860. Fish and chips were served in newspaper until the 1980s. Fish and chips appear in Charles Dickens' "A Tale Of Two Cities". They were excluded from rationing during WW1 and WW2. In Belgium, fish and chips are eaten with mayonnaise. The Chinese serve fish and chips with sugar. For the best fish experience, listen to the advice of those who live…
Find out more »Descriptive movie matinee
These monthly screenings are audio-descriptive for those who are blind or partially sighted, although all are welcome. Descriptive Movie Matinee: Johnny English Strikes Again June 7 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Alderney Gate Library, 60 Alderney Dr Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 2N5 Canada
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