Basketball
2020-04-15 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | New Ross Consolidated School-Gym
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

Filling Your Cup_Chill&Chat Session
2020-04-16 10:00 - 11:30 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
During this 4-week session, we will explore the importance of self-care and stress management through a variety of techniques, and will look at what struggles make it difficult to maintain self-care. There will be a focus on emotions, work, relationships, spirit and body. To register, please call the Resource Centre 902-689-2414, or Nicole Robson 902-640-3044 ext116.

Adult (18+) Floor Hockey
2020-04-16 19:00 - 21:00 | New Ross Consolidated School-Gym
Thursday pull out the hockey stick because its floor hockey time! Great times and an excellent opportunity to get back in the game!
$2 Drop-in fee
Please contact the Municipality of Chester Recreation and Parks Department for more information at (902)275-3490.

Friday Night @ the Legion
2020-04-17 17:00 - 23:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
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 @ FCC
2020-04-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:00pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2037 for more information.

Card Party @ FCC
2020-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Card Playing-Friday nights starting at 7:30pm at the Forties Community Centre. Call 902-689-2817 for more information.

Blood Collection
2020-04-21 08:30 - 09:30 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Time: 8:30 am, TUESDAYS
Cost: $ 10.00, Coleen comes every second Tuesday. You must call Colleen Hull at 624-0406 to book your appointment. These changes are required due to Nova Scotia Health Authorities new contract with independent phlebotomists.
Home visit times are: 7:30 am to 8:30 am, Cost: $25.00. Water sample bottles are also available.

Ticket Auction
2020-04-25 12:00 - 14:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Doors Open at 12:00. Call starts at 12:30
New & New to you items. Canteen available.

Monthly Hook-Ins
2020-04-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Ross Farm Museum
The last Sunday of each month in the Hearth Room from 1-4pm. There will be tea and coffee.
Fee is $3.00

Mayfly Dance
2020-05-02 21:00 - 23:30 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
with Tammy Adams Band
Tickets $15.00 advance, $20.00 at the door
Door Prize: Fishing Rod & Reel

Crib Tournament
2020-05-03 12:00 - 15:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Forties Community Centre
1787 Forties Road, New Ross
Doors open 12 noon
Registration starts 12:30, Play starts 1PM
For information call 689-2147
Canteen available

Crib Tournament
2020-05-03 12:00 - 16:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Forties Community Centre
Doors open at 12 noon. Registration starts at 12:30pm. Play starts at 1pm. $20.00/team
Canteen available. Wheelchair accessible. Ground Level
Information call: 902-689-2147

New Ross Regional Development Society-Meeting
2020-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
The New Ross Regional Development Society is a non-profit, volunteer organization that is a key player in the vitality, welfare and beautification of the New Ross community. Our primary focus is to improve the social, cultural, environmental and economic conditions in which we live, while respecting and preserving our heritage.
We welcome anyone in the New Ross area who would like to become involved with our group. Meetings are held upstairs at the, New Ross Royal Canadian Legion -Branch #79, on the second Wednesday of each month, at 7:00pm. Please come to observe or to become a member.

New Ross Dance
2020-09-15 14:30 - 18:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Fall session starting on Tuesday Sept 15th, for 10 weeks, with our dance instructor Jaeda Alders-Pearl. We are indeed lucky to have an instructor with her expertise and dance caliber, she has attended the National Ballet School of Canada, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and Ballet Jorgen and his prestigious Joffrey School in NYC!
Classes include: Creative Movement (ages 3-5), Jazz 1 & 2 (ages 6+), Contemporary /Jazz (ages 11+), Competitive Classes can be added.
Classes run from 2:30 – 6:00pm
Call NRFRC to register or with any questions you may have at 902-689-2414.

Yoga-with Mona Keddy
2020-09-23 18:30 - 19:30 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Yoga with Mona Keddy

10 week session from Wednesday September 23rd to November 24th, 2020
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Instructor: Mona Keddy
Cost: $120.00

Our new covid-19 guidelines: Our classroom with be upstairs this year. You will go up the steps on the left of the building.
You will be required to wear a mask into the centre, upon entry you will sanitize your hands. We will take names and phone #’s each week of participants for contact tracing.

After you are in the class and on your mat you can remove your mask for the class.
We will limit the class size to 8 people to meet the required 6 foot social distancing, so sign up early.

What to bring: Wear comfortable clothes, a water bottle & yoga mat, you will also be responsible for your props for the class. If you have blocks and a belt and blanket please bring to class.

Registration information: For your convenience we can email your registration form or go to nrfrc.ca
Please call 902 689 2414 or nrfrcnewross@hotmail.com to register. Also payments can be paid by cash, check, or e-transfer @ nrfrcpayments@gmail.com

Registration deadline: Wednesday September 16th.

The practice of yoga creates opportunities for increased strength, stability and mobility as well as a deepening ease of being. Through this 10 -week course, learn how to balance right effort and effortlessness by integrating the physical practice of yoga with a focus on the breath and the recognition of the profound stillness within each of us.
Mona has been practicing and studying yoga since 1996 and teaching it since 1997. She offers accessible practices for students from beginner to more experienced.

Pumpkin Harvest
2020-09-26 | Ross Farm Museum
It’s that time of year again…pumpkin picking time! If you planted your pumpkins virtually in the spring it’s time to harvest them at the Ross Farm Museum the last weekend in September and first weekend in October.

If you haven’t received information on how to book your spot for the harvest please send us a message on Facebook or email us at rossfarm@novascotia.ca

You must book your visit in advance.

Friday Night Live @ the Legion
2020-10-02 20:30 - 23:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
We’re Back! Live music starts at 8:30. Everyone Welcome!
Covid 19 Protocols in effect.
Of Note: For Dec 4th Christmas Festival night- The Legion will be open after the fireworks, however, there will be no live music

Chase the Ace
2020-10-05 20:30 - 21:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
New Ross Legion/NRCS Cafeteria Fund Toonie Tuesday “CHASE THE ACE”

Draw: Every Monday night 8:30p.m. at the New Ross Legion, until we have a winner

Tickets can be purchased at Cloverfarm,Home Hardware, Vittles, Allisnewagain Frenchy’s,HarleyBears, Gina’s Salon and Spa and the New Ross Legion.

Thank you for your support. Everyone Welcome to come watch the draw!

Community Wheels
2020-10-08
Would you like to make a trip to Chester for errands? Hop on the Bus!
Community Wheels has restarted our regular “Pay what you can Thursday” service to the New Ross area.
Please reserve a seat on the bus by calling, Michele at The Community Wheels office at 902-273-2440
Face masks must be worn while on the bus. Call Michele if you have any questions or would like to book a seat.
The Community Wheels are a pre-booked, door to door service, available to residents of the Municipality of Chester.
Michele Haddal, Coordinator
Community Wheels
(902) 273-2440 commwheels@sswap.ca

Roast Beef Supper-TAKE OUT
2020-10-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Roast BEEF SUPPER- Take Out Only
Forties Community Centre
Monday, OCTOBER 12th-

TO ORDER CALL – Forties Community Centre -902 689 2000 Monday, October 5th , Tuesday 6th, 10 am – 4 pm
Pick up at the Centre – MONDAY, October 12 TH 3 pm – 5 pm.
Roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, and vegetables, with pie or cheese cake for dessert.
$ 13.00 adults, $ 6.50 5-12yrs., under 5 -$ 3.00. Maximum 200

Sauerkraut Supper-TAKE OUT
2020-10-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Forties Community Centre is hosting a Supper with Sauerkraut, oktoberfest sausage, mashed potatoes, dessert, tea & coffee with local entertainment!
$13.00 for adults, $6.50 for 5-12 yrs., $3.00 for under 5
PRE ORDER: Oct 19 or 20th 10am-4pm #902-689-2000

Counseling for Women-FREE
2020-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Free Counseling for Women in New Ross
Information from Nicole Robson about her counselling services: My name is Nicole Robson and I am the Outreach Coordinator at Second Story Women’s Centre. I am happy to say that due to the support of the New Ross Family Resource Centre I will be able to offer some one on one counselling support every two weeks in New Ross, starting in October. Second Story offers support through a trauma informed approach, and I have worked with people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief and loss. I like to work from a strength based approach, and use tools such as mindfulness, and grounding techniques. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, I can be reached at 902-541-0343.

Drive Thru Flu Clinic
2020-10-30 09:00 - 16:00 | New Ross Fair Grounds
Drive Thru Flu Clinic-with Dr Barb O’Neil
You will need to wear a mask. You will receive your vaccine in the comfort of your car. Enter the fairgrounds through the upper gate by the dining hall. Signage will clearly mark where you have to drive and wait your 15 mins. after your vaccine. The New Ross Fire Fighters will help manage traffic flow
Please bring your health card and form filled out
Please call 902 689 2414, for planning purposes
RAIN DATE: Oct 31, 9am-4pm

Remembrance Day Ceremony
2020-11-11 10:30 - 12:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
New Ross Remembrance Day Ceremony

The Legion is working on putting together our ceremony to allow as many people as possible to attend while maintaining social distancing in accordance with the Health Protection Act. We will be keeping everyone informed through the monthly flyer of our progress and how we will be conducting the ceremony. Be assured that we will have a ceremony this year and we will make every effort to have as many people as possible attend.

VIRTUAL Silent Auction
2020-11-27
PLEASE NOTE: This event is going VIRTUAL this year!!
The Silent Auction is an annual event hosted by the New Ross Regional Development Society in support of projects in the community of New Ross. This year people can do their Christmas shopping in the comfort of their own home!
Click on the link below, scroll through the pictures, enter a bid beside the picture you like. Come back often to check and rebid. Last (and highest) bidder wins. Bidding ends Dec.4 at 10PM
Come to Fair Grounds Saturday AM from 10 to 11:30 to pay for and pick up your item.
Date: NOVEMBER 27-Dec 4th
Location: ONLINE, link below
Online Silent Auction

27th Annual New Ross Christmas Festival
2020-12-04
Statement From: New Ross Regional Development Society (Nov 28)
As an organization we have to be cautious about having visitors come to our community. As a result we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 27th New Ross Christmas Festival.
Some businesses and organizations may still chose to be open. Please refer to the brochure for phone numbers and call ahead to find out if they are open.
Check back next week for more updates on our Tree Lighting. We may be able to go virtual!
–Christmas Festival Committee
_____________________________________________________________________________
UPDATE From: New Ross Regional Development Society (Dec 03)
Some events are still going ahead. The tree lighting will be at 7PM on Friday, Dec. 4th. This will be video recorded and shown on line a little later. Vittles will not be open for hot-chocolate. We ask anyone who decides to come to please keep in their family groups and distance themselves from others.
New Ross Legion is happy to announce the Fireworks display this Friday at 7:45 will go ahead as planned. This Belated Canada Day celebration is sponsored by the Legion, Canadian Heritage Fund, MODC, and our Community businesses. During the display we encourage people to stay in their cars and obey all NS Health Guidelines (maintain social distancing and mask wearing in public places). Please note also it is going to be live streamed on Facebook as well as recorded for future viewing.
The Take Out Supper Friday night from 4-6 is still going ahead as planned. Last day to preorder is Tuesday, Dec 01.
The Legion will be open Friday night but unfortunately No Live Music will be provided.
All Christmas Tree U-Picks are open as well as Charmaine’s Wreaths and local businesses.
Enjoy the Carollers who are out and about. Linda Hiltz has put a lot of heart in their creation over the years and is retiring from this project. Let us all thank her for her creative work. and have a Merry Christmas!
New Ross Festival Brochure 2020

Christmas Festival_Take Out Supper
2020-12-04 16:00 - 18:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Christmas Festival Take Out Supper at the Legion
Dec 4th-Pick up 4:00-6:00pm
Menu consists of: Baked beans, scalloped potatoes, ham, brown bread, roll, cookie
Adults: $10, Children: $5
Please call Janet: 902-275-8585 to pre order by Dec 01/20

Holiday Take Out Bake Sale
2020-12-19 13:00 - 16:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Sweets for the Holiday Season-Take Out Bake Sale
Hosted by the Legion. Call Jennie to place your order 902-877-4222
Items to order: Bundt size cake, Light & Dark Fruit cake, Assorted Bake good trays (squares/cookies/candy)
Preorder by Dec 12th. Pick up Dec 19th

New Ross Dance
2021-01-05 14:30 - 18:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Winter session starting on Tuesday Jan 5th, for 8 weeks, with our dance instructor Jaeda Alders-Pearl. We are indeed lucky to have an instructor with her expertise and dance caliber, she has attended the National Ballet School of Canada, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, and Ballet Jorgen and his prestigious Joffrey School in NYC!
Classes include: Creative Movement (ages 3-5), Jazz 1 & 2 (ages 6+), Contemporary /Jazz (ages 11+), Competitive classes can be added.
Classes run from 2:30 – 6:00pm
There will be COVID-19 protocol in place and a limit of 8 children per class.
Call NRFRC to register or with any questions you may have at 902-689-2414.

Yoga-with Mona Keddy
2021-01-06 18:30 - 20:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
10 week session from Wednesday Jan 06 to Mar 10, 2021
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Instructor: Mona Keddy
Cost: $120.00

Our new covid-19 guidelines: Our classroom with be upstairs this year. You will go up the steps on the left of the building.
You will be required to wear a mask into the centre, upon entry you will sanitize your hands. We will take names and phone #’s each week of participants for contact tracing.

After you are in the class and on your mat you can remove your mask for the class.
We will limit the class size to 8 people to meet the required 6 foot social distancing, so sign up early.

What to bring: Wear comfortable clothes, a water bottle & yoga mat, you will also be responsible for your props for the class. If you have blocks and a belt and blanket please bring to class.

Registration information: For your convenience we can email your registration form or go to nrfrc.ca
Please call 902 689 2414 or nrfrcnewross@hotmail.com to register. Also payments can be paid by cash, check, or e-transfer @ nrfrcpayments@gmail.com

Registration deadline: Friday Dec 18th.

The practice of yoga creates opportunities for increased strength, stability and mobility as well as a deepening ease of being. Through this 10 -week course, learn how to balance right effort and effortlessness by integrating the physical practice of yoga with a focus on the breath and the recognition of the profound stillness within each of us.
Mona has been practicing and studying yoga since 1996 and teaching it since 1997. She offers accessible practices for students from beginner to more experienced.
