The Community of New Ross

New Ross Preschool Registration Meeting
2016-06-08 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | New Ross Consolidated School, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
If your child is 2.5 to 5 years old (born between Jan. 2012 and Dec. 2013), come to the registration meeting on Wednesday, June 8th at 6:30pm in our classroom in the New Ross Consolidated School, room 202.
For more information or to get a registration form, please contact Ms. Karen at 902-689-2414 or nrfrckaren@hotmail.com.

New Ross District Museum Society Annual General Meeting
2016-06-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Ross Farm Museum
Annual General Meeting for the New Ross District Museum Society will be held on Wednesday, June 8th at 7:00pm in the Hearth Room at the Learning Centre at the Ross Farm Museum.
Everyone is welcome to attend.

12th Annual Pig Roast @ New Ross Firehall
2016-06-11 14:00 - 18:00 | New Ross Fire Hall, Highway 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, Canada
Live entertainment from Rickey Naugler & Friends will begin at 2:00pm. Bring a chair and enjoy!
Meal served from 4:30pm – 6:00pm.
Adults: $10, Children 5-12 years: $5, Under 5: Free
Take out will also be available.

Walk It Together - Walking Group
2016-06-12 14:00 - 15:00
Sunday at 2pm, we will be walking into Henry’s Lake, which is behind Forest Heights Community School. It is approx. a 5-6 kms walk. Park and meet at the old Natural Resources site, civic #877.

Outdoor Fun with Janice
2016-06-13 14:30 - 17:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
This will be our last FREE fun day for this school year. Join Janice for Outdoor Activities on Monday, June 13th from 2:30-5:00pm.
Need to preregister by call NRFRC at 902-689-2414 or Janice at 902-679-0247
Your child needs a note to come to NRFRC after school and appropriate outdoor clothing.
We will provide a healthy snack.

Sanders "Husqvarna Day"
2016-06-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Sanders, 4905, Hwy 12, New Ross, Canada
Join the friendly staff at Sanders Tree Farm Supplies Limited on Wednesday, June 15th from 9am to 5pm, to see the latest products by Husqvarna and meet their knowledgeable representative.
Join us for refreshments and a barbecue. There will be a 50/50 draw and you can enter your name to win a Husqvarna product.

Family Gym Night
2016-06-15 17:30 - 19:30 | New Ross Consolidated School, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Times:
5:30-6:30pm for preschoolers, grades primary, 1 & 2
6:30-7:30pm grades 3, 4, 5 & 6
Join Diane and Kyle for an hour of fun and fitness; parents are encouraged to stay and play. Take part in organized activities like, badminton, soccer, basketball, or take some time for free play. The night is yours to explore your fun fitness side.

Nancy MacDonald, SSH Nurse Practitioner
2016-06-16 14:00 - 16:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Patients of Dr. Cox and Nancy MacDonald may books appointments with Nancy MacDonald here at the Resource Centre. For more information or to book an appointment, please call 902-275-5268

Plug Into Music Concert
2016-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Under the guidance of Jamie Junger join the Plug Into Music singers Taelor Bent, Kathryn Green, Jessica Russell, Hannah Levy, Jennamae Levy, Kyria Bond, Lauren DeWolfe, Will McCorriston, and Megan Kennie.
With special guests Andy & Ariana.
Donation at the door to support the New Ross Family Resource Centre.
Plug Into Music CD’s available at the door.
Friday, June 7th at the New Ross Legion at 7:00pm.

"Making Do" Curator Talk on Quilts from 1800-1920
2016-06-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Ross Farm Museum
Join Polly on June 18th for a conversation about the antique quilts displayed in the Learning Centre this summer, how and why they were produced, and what we can learn about the people and the time period from these textiles.

Father's Day @ Ross Farm
2016-06-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Ross Farm Museum
On Sunday, join the staff for tea & cake in the Rose Bank Cottage. Father’s get free admission on this day.

Father's Day Supper
2016-06-19 16:30 - 18:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Father’s Day Supper will be held at the Forties Community Centre on Sunday, June 19th from 4:30 – 6:00pm.
Menu: Roast Beef, coleslaw, potatoes, vegetables, dessert, tea/coffee.
Adults: $12, Children 5-12: $6, Under 5: $3

Summer Soccer
2016-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Practices are held every Monday night, starting June 20th – August 26th.
Age: Under 6, $20, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Under 8 & Under 10, $20, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
This program is open to players 4-9 years old, of any skill level. Call the Resource Centre to register.

New Ross 200th Anniversary Meeting
2016-06-21 19:00 - 20:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Meetings are held the third Thursday of every month at the NRCS board room. We will be reviewing next steps for our working groups, resources required and timelines (short and long term).

Blood Collection
2016-06-22 08:30 - 10:00 | 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.

Rally at the Crossroads
2016-06-23 - 2016-06-26 | New Ross Fair Grounds
Rally at the Crossroads will be happening again this year from June 23-26 at the New Ross Fairgrounds. We offer weekend passes, day passes, and dance only passes. You can take advantage of our buffet breakfast and buffet supper on Saturday. Enjoy biker games, show and shine, vendors, music, silent auction, dance on Friday and Saturday night, you can even get a tattoo!
Fireworks will take place Saturday night with a “special” show.
This event is open to EVERYONE! You don’t have to be a biker and we encourage the community to come and get involved and help make this event a success.
This years donations will be going to Camp Brigadoon and Bikers Down Society.
Pick up your detailed brochure at Two Wheel Living Clothing Co. at 4243 Hwy 12 or at New Ross Home Hardware.
This event is put on by the Diamond Devilz Sisterhood and Devils Own.

Ticket Auction
2016-06-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Western Shore and Area Improvement Building
Organized by Brothers of Norwood Lodge #135, New Ross will take place at the Western Shore and Area Improvement Building on Sunday, June 26th, 2016. Doors will open at 9am. Auction draws begin at 2pm.
All new items. Also a 50/50 draw.
Proceeds for their masonic Special Needs Programs.

Canada Day at Ross Farm
2016-07-01 | Ross Farm Museum
Drop by Rosebank Cottage for Cake and refreshments.

Celebrate Canada Day
2016-07-01 10:30 - 12:30 | New Ross Bandstand, 34 Forties Rd., New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join us to celebrate our “Nations Birthday” by singing ‘Oh Canada’ with the help of Cheyenne Naugler, a parade of costumes, hot dogs, cake, refreshments, face painting for the children, and musical entertainment by Ricky Naugler and guests. *Free will offering for the food.*
Vernon Keddy of “New Ross – Old Photos” will have pictures on display. (Weather permitting).
Dress up in your “Best Patriotic Costume”. Use your imagination for new ideas! Celebrate Canada in your new idea! Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume according to age. ($10-$25). Also prizes for 2nd and 3rd place. Registration is at 10:15am.
Poster Contest – prizes for the poster contest will also be awarded to school children for Grade Primary to Grade 6.
You may register for the costume contest in advance by calling Linda Meister at 902-689-2477.
For more information call Marie at 902-689-2981.

Canada Day 2016 @ The Legion
2016-07-01 14:00 - 22:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join your friends and neighbors on July 1st for our Canada day Celebrations.
Opening ceremony at 2:00 pm.
Music: 2:15 – 3:15 pm – Shawn Hebb
3:30 – 4:30 pm – Ricky Naugler
4:45 – 6:45 pm – Havin A Time (Eric Keddy)
7:00 – 10:00 pm – Andrew Frelick & Aaron Warren (Tailgate Guys)
BBQ & Pig Roast 3:00 – 6:00 pm, Fireworks at 10:00 pm (* In the event of rain, all events will take place inside however the Fireworks will be postponed until Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 10:00 pm).

"Making Do" Curator Talk on Quilts of 1800-1920
2016-07-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Ross Farm Museum
Join Polly on July 2nd for a conversation about the antique quilts displayed in the Learning Centre this summer, how and why they were produced, what we can learn about the people and the time period from these textiles.

Atlantic Spinners and Hand Weavers at Ross Farm
2016-07-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Ross Farm Museum
Members of the Atlantic Spinners and Weavers Guild will be demonstrating at the museum on Sunday, July 3rd from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Learning Centre.

Crib Tournament
2016-07-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Sunday, July 3rd at the Forties Community Centre.
Doors open at 12 noon, registration starts at 12:30pm, Play starts at 1:00 pm.
$20/team. Canteen available.
For more information call 902-689-2147.

Red Cross Swim Program
2016-07-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Lake Darling
NRFRC is sponsoring the Red Cross Swim Program at Lake Darling this year. We have a registered swim instructor, Hannah Davies providing swim lessons for all levels, starting Monday July 4th to Friday July 15th, 2016.
Registration fee: $25/per child.
Please call before June 17th if you are interested in putting your child in swimming. We will contact you with your child’s time as soon as classes are confirmed.

Playgroup
2016-07-04 09:30 - 11:30 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Join Karen and the summer staff for fun, songs, stories, craft and a nutritious snack on Monday mornings from 9:30-11:30 for children birth to school age.

Summer Camp
2016-07-05 09:00 - 16:00, 2016-07-07 09:00 - 16:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Day Camps will be run by Hannah Davies & Emma Rivard on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 9am – 4pm at the Resource Centre for children aged 5-12 years old. 1 child – $14/day, 2 children – $22/day, 3 children – $30/day
Themes for JULY are:
July 5 – Alice in Wonderland (Down the Rabbit Hole) July 7th – Tree Hugger’s Day
July 12 – Medieval Day (Storm the Castle) July 14th – Theater Day
July 19 – Harry Potter Day July 21 – Restaurant Day
July 26 – Christmas in July July 28 – Pirate Day
PLEASE call the Resource Centre AFTER Monday, June 6th to register your child/children for any of these programs.
August 2nd: Water Day August 4th: Fear Factor
August 8th: Mad Science August 11th: Special Olympics
August 16th: Grave Island Trip (special waiver necessary) August 18th: Farm Day
August 23rd: (Raind date for Graves Island)/Camping Day August 25th: Tropics Day

Arts N Crafts
2016-07-06 10:00 - 12:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Come join the summer staff at the Resource Centre on Wednesday mornings, from 10 am to 12 noon for some fun, summer crafts. You MUST pre-register for this activity. Open for children aged 5-12 years. $4.00/day
Please call 902-689-2414 for more information or to register.

New Ross Farmers' Association Meeting
2016-07-06 20:00 - 21:00 | New Ross Fair Grounds
The New Ross Farmer’s Association will meet on Wednesday, July 6th at 8:00pm in the Dining Hall on the New Ross Fairgrounds. All interested persons are urged to attend the meeting. There is only one more meeting before the Fair, so any outstanding problems should be brought up at the meeting.
If you have an interest in helping prepare for the fair or have some spare time contact Grant Reeves, at 902-689-2149. For more information, contact Debbie at 902-689-2737.

Tatting Demonstration in Rosebank Cottage at Ross Farm
2016-07-09 - 2016-07-10 | Ross Farm Museum
Visit Ross Farm on Saturday, July 9th and Sunday, July 10th, and chat with our interpreters as they demonstrate the beautiful art of both needle and shuttle tatting.
