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Making hats by braiding natural fibres is considered an art by some, but at one time, it was simply a fact of life.  During the late 18th to early 19th centuries, the wearing of straw hats by farmers and laborers was quite common in both North America and Europe, since the materials were inexpensive and...Read more >

New this summer is a "How To" series where New Ross community members share their expertise.  Learn how to do or make something and take it home!  The How To's are held 9-10am on Sundays before the market opens.  Presenters will bring all the materials you need to make the How To happen.  To learn...Read more >

Where you find the usual, the unique and the unexpected. Opens Sunday June 2 10am-2pm, at the entrance of Ross Farm Museum. Call us at 902-599-1207 or visit ruralrootsmarket.ca.

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Join staff at the NRFRC for fun, songs, stories, craft and a nutritious snack on Wednesday mornings throughout the summer, from 9:30-11:30 for children birth to school age.

Looking for a fun way to stay active and social this spring/summer? Avoid the slippery roads and join us for indoor walking while Badminton/Family Gym Night is happening. Count your laps around the school to be entered to win a prize! Please bring indoor shoes and water bottle. Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm and Wednesdays 5:30...Read more >

Join us at the NRCS school gym for a great night of badminton! We will have several nets set up so you can play casually or competitively if you prefer. No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Please bring Indoor sneakers, water bottles, comfortable clothes Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm. All ages. $2 drop-in

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

Dec 1-Friday Night Live with: Havin A Time (Eric Keddy) Dec 8-Friday Night Live with: Matt & Bethan Dec 15-Friday Night Live with: Gypsy instral (Kevin Koloff) Dec 22-Friday Night Live with: Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Friday Night Live Show begin at 8:30pm

Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:30pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2817 for more information.

Friday Night Live starts at 8:30pm.  Guests must be signed in by a member.  Under aged guests must be accompanied by a guardian. Aug 2=Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Aug 09=OPEN, however no live music Aug 16=CLOSED FOR FAIR Aug 23=Jamie & the Jungernauts Aug 30=The Still Fired Band

Season opens June 1st, 9am until 12 noon, every Saturday until Thanksgiving Weekend, located at the New Ross Community Fairgrounds (5024 Hwy 12 New Ross). Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Home Baked Goodies, Spices, Sausage on a bun, Pickles, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Jams, Jellies, Crafts, Cheese, Coffee & Tea, Live Entertainment and more! Our Community Booth is...Read more >

In early days, children attended a small one room school house.  Step back in time and become a student again.  Learn about the need for proper figuring skills, and the importance of good penmanship, at the Ross Farm Museum..

New this summer is a "How To" series where New Ross community members share their expertise.  Learn how to do or make something and take it home!  The "How To's" are held 9-10am on Sundays before the market opens.  Presenters will bring all the materials you need to make the How To happen.  To learn...Read more >

In early days, children attended a small one room school house.  Step back in time and become a student again.  Learn about the need for proper figuring skills, and the importance of good penmanship, at the Ross Farm Museum..

Where you find the usual, the unique and the unexpected. Opens Sunday June 2 10am-2pm, at the entrance of Ross Farm Museum. Call us at 902-599-1207 or visit ruralrootsmarket.ca.

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

It's that time of year again! Sign up and enjoy the world's most popular sport (SOCCER) right here in New Ross! Practices will be held every Monday night, June 17th-Aug. 19th, 2019 with coaches Jessica & Olivia. Age 4 & 5  $20.00   6pm - 6:45pm Age 6 & 7  $20.00  6:45pm-7:45pm This program is...Read more >

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

When: Tuesday afternoons 1-4pm Where: New Ross Golden Age Club (149 Hwy 12) This program is designed for seniors who like to get out, have fun and socialize with others in their community.  Trained and experienced VON staff provide theraputic, social and recreational activities to reduce social isolation for seniors living in the community and...Read more >

At Ross Farm today hear the roar of the saws and the smell of the freshly cut spruce and balsam fir as the mill produce barrel staves and heads for our cooperage shop. At the cooperage shop you will see our cooper building the various types of barrels.

Ages 10-15 yrs., 9am-4pm, $14 Aug 7th-Arts & Crafts Aug 21st-Night time fun (4-11pm)

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

held at the Legion, Thursday nights, starting at 7:00pm. Bring your instruments or drop on by to enjoy the music

Dec 1-Friday Night Live with: Havin A Time (Eric Keddy) Dec 8-Friday Night Live with: Matt & Bethan Dec 15-Friday Night Live with: Gypsy instral (Kevin Koloff) Dec 22-Friday Night Live with: Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Friday Night Live Show begin at 8:30pm

Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:30pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2817 for more information.

Friday Night Live starts at 8:30pm.  Guests must be signed in by a member.  Under aged guests must be accompanied by a guardian. Aug 2=Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Aug 09=OPEN, however no live music Aug 16=CLOSED FOR FAIR Aug 23=Jamie & the Jungernauts Aug 30=The Still Fired Band

Season opens June 1st, 9am until 12 noon, every Saturday until Thanksgiving Weekend, located at the New Ross Community Fairgrounds (5024 Hwy 12 New Ross). Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Home Baked Goodies, Spices, Sausage on a bun, Pickles, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Jams, Jellies, Crafts, Cheese, Coffee & Tea, Live Entertainment and more! Our Community Booth is...Read more >

Staff at the Ross Farm Museum will demonstrate hat making using strips of wood known as "sheens" stripped from freshly-gathered yellow-birch logs

Staff at the Ross Farm Museum will demonstrate hat making using strips of wood known as "sheens" stripped from freshly-gathered yellow-birch logs

New this summer is a "How To" series where New Ross community members share their expertise.  Learn how to do or make something and take it home!  The "How To's" are held 9-10am on Sundays before the market opens.  Presenters will bring all the materials you need to make the How To happen.  To learn...Read more >

Where you find the usual, the unique and the unexpected. Opens Sunday June 2 10am-2pm, at the entrance of Ross Farm Museum. Call us at 902-599-1207 or visit ruralrootsmarket.ca.

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

It's that time of year again! Sign up and enjoy the world's most popular sport (SOCCER) right here in New Ross! Practices will be held every Monday night, June 17th-Aug. 19th, 2019 with coaches Jessica & Olivia. Age 4 & 5  $20.00   6pm - 6:45pm Age 6 & 7  $20.00  6:45pm-7:45pm This program is...Read more >

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

Join staff at the NRFRC for fun, songs, stories, craft and a nutritious snack on Wednesday mornings throughout the summer, from 9:30-11:30 for children birth to school age.

Looking for a fun way to stay active and social this spring/summer? Avoid the slippery roads and join us for indoor walking while Badminton/Family Gym Night is happening. Count your laps around the school to be entered to win a prize! Please bring indoor shoes and water bottle. Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm and Wednesdays 5:30...Read more >

Join us at the NRCS school gym for a great night of badminton! We will have several nets set up so you can play casually or competitively if you prefer. No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Please bring Indoor sneakers, water bottles, comfortable clothes Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm. All ages. $2 drop-in

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

Nancy MacDonald, South Shore Health Nurse Practitioner holds clinic appts at the New Ross Family Resource Centre once/month. For more information or to book an appointment please call 902-275-4414.

This years fair will be another fun filled weekend! Join us for 2 days of events, including: arm wrestling competition, antique chain saw display & fast cut competition, cross cut saw competition, chain saw filing & fast cut competition, chain saw open/unrestricted fast cut competition, children's parade, christmas tree & wreath competition, handicrafts display, Charing...Read more >

Dec 1-Friday Night Live with: Havin A Time (Eric Keddy) Dec 8-Friday Night Live with: Matt & Bethan Dec 15-Friday Night Live with: Gypsy instral (Kevin Koloff) Dec 22-Friday Night Live with: Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Friday Night Live Show begin at 8:30pm

Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:30pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2817 for more information.

This years fair will be another fun filled weekend! Join us for 2 days of events, including: arm wrestling competition, antique chain saw display & fast cut competition, cross cut saw competition, chain saw filing & fast cut competition, chain saw open/unrestricted fast cut competition, children's parade, christmas tree & wreath competition, handicrafts display, Charing...Read more >

Season opens June 1st, 9am until 12 noon, every Saturday until Thanksgiving Weekend, located at the New Ross Community Fairgrounds (5024 Hwy 12 New Ross). Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Home Baked Goodies, Spices, Sausage on a bun, Pickles, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Jams, Jellies, Crafts, Cheese, Coffee & Tea, Live Entertainment and more! Our Community Booth is...Read more >

Wooden spoons have been a must have utensil in most kitchens throughout time.  They come in all shapes and sizes with many uses.  Staff at the Ross Farm Museum woodworking shop will show the steps involved in making a spoon.

Wooden spoons have been a must have utensil in most kitchens throughout time.  They come in all shapes and sizes with many uses.  Staff at the Ross Farm Museum woodworking shop will show the steps involved in making a spoon.

New this summer is a "How To" series where New Ross community members share their expertise.  Learn how to do or make something and take it home!  The "How To's" are held 9-10am on Sundays before the market opens.  Presenters will bring all the materials you need to make the How To happen.  To learn...Read more >

Where you find the usual, the unique and the unexpected. Opens Sunday June 2 10am-2pm, at the entrance of Ross Farm Museum. Call us at 902-599-1207 or visit ruralrootsmarket.ca.

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

It's that time of year again! Sign up and enjoy the world's most popular sport (SOCCER) right here in New Ross! Practices will be held every Monday night, June 17th-Aug. 19th, 2019 with coaches Jessica & Olivia. Age 4 & 5  $20.00   6pm - 6:45pm Age 6 & 7  $20.00  6:45pm-7:45pm This program is...Read more >

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

When: Tuesday afternoons 1-4pm Where: New Ross Golden Age Club (149 Hwy 12) This program is designed for seniors who like to get out, have fun and socialize with others in their community.  Trained and experienced VON staff provide theraputic, social and recreational activities to reduce social isolation for seniors living in the community and...Read more >

Join staff at the NRFRC for fun, songs, stories, craft and a nutritious snack on Wednesday mornings throughout the summer, from 9:30-11:30 for children birth to school age.

Ages 10-15 yrs., 9am-4pm, $14 Aug 7th-Arts & Crafts Aug 21st-Night time fun (4-11pm)

Join us at the NRCS school gym for a great night of badminton! We will have several nets set up so you can play casually or competitively if you prefer. No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Please bring Indoor sneakers, water bottles, comfortable clothes Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm. All ages. $2 drop-in

Cost: 1 child $14/day, 2 children $22/day, 3 children, $30/day Ages: school age, 5-12 years. Time: Tues & Thurs, 9:00-4:00 pm, we are flexible for working parents. Children need to bring a packed lunch and snacks for the day. Also put sunscreen on your child, as there will be daily outdoor play. You may want...Read more >

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

held at the Legion, Thursday nights, starting at 7:00pm. Bring your instruments or drop on by to enjoy the music

Dec 1-Friday Night Live with: Havin A Time (Eric Keddy) Dec 8-Friday Night Live with: Matt & Bethan Dec 15-Friday Night Live with: Gypsy instral (Kevin Koloff) Dec 22-Friday Night Live with: Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Friday Night Live Show begin at 8:30pm

Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:30pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2817 for more information.

Friday Night Live starts at 8:30pm.  Guests must be signed in by a member.  Under aged guests must be accompanied by a guardian. Aug 2=Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Aug 09=OPEN, however no live music Aug 16=CLOSED FOR FAIR Aug 23=Jamie & the Jungernauts Aug 30=The Still Fired Band

Season opens June 1st, 9am until 12 noon, every Saturday until Thanksgiving Weekend, located at the New Ross Community Fairgrounds (5024 Hwy 12 New Ross). Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Home Baked Goodies, Spices, Sausage on a bun, Pickles, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Jams, Jellies, Crafts, Cheese, Coffee & Tea, Live Entertainment and more! Our Community Booth is...Read more >

Today at the museum staff will be on hand to inform and demonstrate the steps involved from the planting of the seed to the spinning of the fiber.

Today at the museum staff will be on hand to inform and demonstrate the steps involved from the planting of the seed to the spinning of the fiber.

New this summer is a "How To" series where New Ross community members share their expertise.  Learn how to do or make something and take it home!  The "How To's" are held 9-10am on Sundays before the market opens.  Presenters will bring all the materials you need to make the How To happen.  To learn...Read more >

Where you find the usual, the unique and the unexpected. Opens Sunday June 2 10am-2pm, at the entrance of Ross Farm Museum. Call us at 902-599-1207 or visit ruralrootsmarket.ca.

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

Time: 8:30-10:00am (Cost: $10.00) Home visits: also available-7:30am-8:30am (Cost: $25.00) If you have any concerns or questions, and to book an appointment call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406. Water sample bottles are also available.

When: Tuesday afternoons 1-4pm Where: New Ross Golden Age Club (149 Hwy 12) This program is designed for seniors who like to get out, have fun and socialize with others in their community.  Trained and experienced VON staff provide theraputic, social and recreational activities to reduce social isolation for seniors living in the community and...Read more >

Join us at the NRCS school gym for a great night of badminton! We will have several nets set up so you can play casually or competitively if you prefer. No experience necessary, all ages welcome. Please bring Indoor sneakers, water bottles, comfortable clothes Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm. All ages. $2 drop-in

Come have a ball with us! Join us for some fun, casual basketball games. No experience necessary, this is a great opportunity to try something new or practice with old friends! Please bring Indoor sneakers, water bottles, comfortable clothes Wednesdays 7:30 – 8:30pm. All ages. $2 drop-in  

Playgroup runs every MONDAY and THURSDAY throughout the school year. Join us for songs, stories, crafts and a nutritious snack from 9:30 - 11:30am. This program is for children from birth to school age.

held at the Legion, Thursday nights, starting at 7:00pm. Bring your instruments or drop on by to enjoy the music

Dec 1-Friday Night Live with: Havin A Time (Eric Keddy) Dec 8-Friday Night Live with: Matt & Bethan Dec 15-Friday Night Live with: Gypsy instral (Kevin Koloff) Dec 22-Friday Night Live with: Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Friday Night Live Show begin at 8:30pm

Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:30pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2817 for more information.

Friday Night Live starts at 8:30pm.  Guests must be signed in by a member.  Under aged guests must be accompanied by a guardian. Aug 2=Kaylyn Turner & Dexter Reeves Aug 09=OPEN, however no live music Aug 16=CLOSED FOR FAIR Aug 23=Jamie & the Jungernauts Aug 30=The Still Fired Band

Season opens June 1st, 9am until 12 noon, every Saturday until Thanksgiving Weekend, located at the New Ross Community Fairgrounds (5024 Hwy 12 New Ross). Fresh Fruit and Vegetables, Home Baked Goodies, Spices, Sausage on a bun, Pickles, Kimchi, Sauerkraut, Jams, Jellies, Crafts, Cheese, Coffee & Tea, Live Entertainment and more! Our Community Booth is...Read more >