The Community of New Ross

Blood Collection
2016-01-20 08:30 - 10:00, 2016-02-03 08:30 - 10:00, 2016-02-17 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Halifax) | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Available at the New Ross Family Resource Centre from 8:30am to 10:00am with a cost of $10.
Home visits are 7:30am to 8:30am and 10:00am to 11:00am with a cost of $20.
If you have any questions please call Coleen Hull at 902-624-0406.
Water sample bottle are available.

Song Writer's Circle for New Ross 200th Anniversary
2016-01-20 18:30 - 20:00 | New Ross Consolidated School, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Help us celebrate our 200th Anniversary by composing a family friendly song about New Ross. Everyone of all ages is invited to participate/contribute. No experience is necessary.
Get started at a song writing circle at NRCS on Wed. Jan. 20th from 6:30 – 8:00pm. Join Jamie Junger, Leanne Webb & Jodi Bastian.

Adult (16+) Basketball
2016-01-20 19:30 - 20:30
Sponsored by the New Ross Family Resource Centre. Wednesday evenings at the school from 7:30-8:30pm. Cost $2.00/night, which helps cover the rental fee of the gym.
Please call 902-689-2414 to confirm program or for more information.
Without enough participants this program cannot be offered.

"Jimmy Buffett Night" with Steve Cochrane
2016-01-22 17:00 - 23:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join us at the New Ross Legion for our 3rd Annual “Jimmy Buffett Night” – Music by Steve Cochrane & Aaron Warren. Enjoy a taste of Margaritaville in Brach 79!

Rug Hooking at Ross Farm
2016-01-23 - 2016-01-24 | Ross Farm Museum
Rug hooking is both an art and a craft where rugs are made by pulling loops of yarn or fabric through a base such as burlap. The loops are pulled through the baking material by a small hook.
Join the staff this weekend at Rosebank Cottage as they demonstrate this art.

Opening of the 1966 Time Capsule
2016-01-24 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
We will be opening the time capsule from 1966 and launching the new, updated History of New Ross by the Historical Society.

New Ross Refugee Welcome Group Meeting
2016-01-28 19:00 - 20:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
As a community we are asking for your help reaching our goal of bringing a family of six to New Ross, whether the assistance is time, money, household articles, or supporting our various fundraising projects.
if you have any questions or would lie to volunteer, contact Sheena Isenor 902-689-2004 or email sobroome@hotmail.com.
Next meeting is January 28th at 7pm at the Family Resource Centre.

Friday Night Food @ The Legion
2016-01-29 17:00 - 22:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Legion is open 4pm to 9pm. Friday Night Food runs from 5pm until showtime, at 8pm.
January 29th: Jamie Junger, food is Donairs
February 5: “Newfie Night” with Wayne & Gerard, food is Newfie Steak & Toutons
February 12: “Valentine Celebration” with Jeff Brown, Hor D’oeuvres Included, Tickets $5.00(members), $7.50(nonmembers)
February 19th: Donny Chisholm, food is Donairs
February 26th: Mark & Aaron (from Tailgate), food is Donairs
March 4th: Eric Keddy, food is Donairs
March 11th: Get your GREEN on and come celebrate St. Patty’s with Mike Milne, food is Irish Stew & Biscuits included, Cover charge $4 members, $6 nonmembers.

Toboggan Making at Ross Farm
2016-01-30 - 2016-01-31 | Ross Farm Museum
Join our interpreters this weekend and see how to make a wooden toboggan.

Nancy MacDonald, Nurse Practitioner
2016-02-02 09:00 - 11:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Nancy MacDonald will be in New Ross seeing both her patients, as well as Dr. Cox’s patients. To book an appointment or for more information please call her office at 902-275-5268.

Healthy Cooking For Families
2016-02-02 09:15 - 12:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Come out for a FREE and FUN program with yummy food and a chance to learn more about eating healthy! Every Tuesday for 4 weeks, beginning on February 2nd and ending on February 23rd.
Led by Leanne Webb, Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist. This group focuses on healthy cooking for families. To register, please call 902-689-2414, or email nrfrcleanne@gmail.com

Senior's Luncheon
2016-02-02 11:30 - 13:30 | Chester Basin Lions Club, Canada
The Chester Basin-New Ross-Chester Lions Clubs provide a hot meal to seniors every month at the Chester Basin Lions Club. The luncheon is held on the first Tuesday of each month at 12:00pm. Doors open at 11:30am with entertainment provided.
Cost is $8.00 per person, pre-registration is required. Please call the VON office at 902-624-8031.

Cooking for One or Two
2016-02-04 09:30 - 12:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Has your family size shrunk a bit over the years? Are you an empty-nester? You can still enjoy delicious home-cooked meals without eating leftovers for days on end. Whether you are a novice or an experienced cook, come out for a morning of cooking and dining together. We will be preparing recipes of a smaller serving size. You are welcome and encouraged to bring recipes and tips to share.
This program is FREE but space is limited and you must pre-register, by calling 902-275-8503 or 902-275-3490.
*Sponsored by the New Ross Community Food Project.

Food Project Community Group Meeting
2016-02-04 18:30 - 20:30 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join us on Thursday Feb. 4th from 6:30-8:30pm at the New Ross Family Resource Centre. Contact Leanne Webb for more information at 902-689-2414.

Pilates Class with Tania Ward
2016-02-05 09:00 - 10:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Starting Friday February 5th until March 11th, join Tania at the New Ross Family Resource Centre from 9:00 – 10:00am. You will be need to bring a yoga mat, towel, and water to hydrate, please wear comfortable clothing.
*Pilates is an innovative and safe system of mind-body exercise using a floor mat or a variety of equipment. Pilates builds strength without excess bulk. It teaches body awareness, good posture and easy, graceful movements. It will improve flexibility, agility and economy of motion. No matter what your age or fitness level, you can join Tania, and together work on your personal goals.
*Tania is a certified STOTT Pilates instructor.

Tatting Demonstration at Ross Farm
2016-02-06 09:00 - 2016-02-07 17:00 | Ross Farm Museum
Visit Ross Farm Museum on February 6th and 7th to chat with their interpreters as they demonstrate the beautiful art of both needle and shuttle tatting.

Donation Drop-Off-New Ross Refugee Welcome Group
2016-02-06 10:00 - 16:00
New Ross Refugee Welcome Group-DONATIONS
Saturday February 6, 10-4 PM
Donation Drop Off
Baptist Church Parsonage
New Ross
Please drop off new or gently used items
NEEDED:
Kitchen – pots and pans, storage containers baking supplies, griddle etc)
Bedrooms -4 – (linens, bed frames and boxsprings (no mattresses please), dressers, small desks, carpets)
Living room,(Chair, bookcase, tv stand, coffee table, shelving)
Bathroom supplies (new shampoo, soap etc)
Miscellaneous( vaccum, brooms, supplies, curtains, towels, etc)
Please understand that if you donate we may or may not use your items but we will not be returning them to you. We will dispose of unneeded items as we can potentially with a yard sale to raise funds for this project.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

Crib Tournament
2016-02-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Sunday February 7 at the Forties Community Centre. Doors open at noon. Registration will take place at 12:30pm. Play starts at 1pm. For information call 902-689-2147.
There will be a canteen available.

Networking Session for Food Growers/Producers
2016-02-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Unnamed Venue, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0
On Sunday February 7th at 2pm, join Christina Caldwell who will be hosting a short networking session for food growers/producers within the New Ross Area. Come share what you have on the go, and your ideas on how fellow farmers might help each other out.
Contact Christina be email cm_caldwell@hotmail.com or phone (902)277-1782 to obtain a copy of a one page agenda/questionnaire that will guide the session.

Outdoor Winter Fun with Janice
2016-02-08 14:30 - 17:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
*NEW PROGRAM TRAIL*
Join Janice on Monday February 8th (Snowman Building & Activities) and Monday February 22nd (Frozen Frenzy) from 2:30 – 5:00pm, children aged 5-12 years, can come to the Resource Centre after school to participate in this program.
Your child will be required to have a note to come with Janice after school, warm outdoor clothes, including snow pants, jackets, boots, mittens, hats.
You MUST PRE-REGISTER by noon, on the Friday before, in order to participate. Contact the centre at 902-689-2414 or Janice at 902-679-0247 for more information. A waiver form is required to be filled out and can be picked up at the Resource Centre or can be emailed for your convenience.
Free. Snack will be provided.

Valentine Luncheon
2016-02-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join us at the Forties Community Centre on Thursday February 11th at 11am for soup, chowder, rolls and biscuits and dessert. There will be a bake table and miscellaneous table available. Proceeds are for the St. Augustine Church.
Adults $7.00, Children 6-12 years: $3.00, Under 5 is free.

Soup & Biscuit Lunch Fundraiser
2016-02-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Ross Farm Museum
The New Ross Refugee Welcome Group will be hosting a soup, biscuit or roll, homemade cookie, tea/coffee lunch in the Hearth Room at Ross Farm Museum. Eat in or take out.
$8.00/person, 11:30am – 1:00pm on three Friday’s in February (Feb. 12, 19, and 26th)

Candle Making at Ross Farm
2016-02-13 09:00 - 2016-02-14 17:00 | Ross Farm Museum
In the early 1800s the only source of light would have been by candle. Many families would have had to make their own candles or go with no light at all. Come join the staff in making dipped candles just like the settlers would have done years ago.

Variety Show
2016-02-14 13:30 - 16:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
$5.00/person
Entertain ment provided by Matt Lunn & Friends, Chet Brown & Friends, Ken Bruce & Friends, Ricky Naugler & Friends. Sound by Winston Sharford.
Canteen Available.
Call 902-689-2612 for more information.

200th Anniversary Meeting
2016-02-16 19:00 - 21:00 | New Ross Consolidated School, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Meeting will be at the New Ross Consolidated School on Tuesday February 16, at 7:00pm.
*Storm date will be Tuesday February 23rd.

Card Making at the FCC
2016-02-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join us for card making on Wednesday February 17, 2016 from 1-4pm. Everyone is welcome.
*This event is weather permitting*

Wonders of Maple Syrup at Ross Farm Museum
2016-02-19 | Ross Farm Museum
We don’t tap a lot of trees at Ross Farm Museum, but we still have fun with maple syrup. Sample maple syrup and pancakes in Rosebank Cottage, learn about the process of tapping trees, collecting sap and boiling sap down over an outdoor fire. Enjoy a sweet day at the museum.

Snowshoe Demonstration at Ross Farm
2016-02-20 09:00 - 2016-02-21 17:00 | Ross Farm Museum
This weekend our interpreters will be demonstrating the traditional art of snowshoe making. We have snowshoes available for you to experience snowshoeing first hand.
