The Community of New Ross

Christ Church Lunch
2020-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
The Christ Church Guild will be holding a Lunch at
The New Ross Legion on Wednesday March 18, 2020
Time: 12:00 noon
Lunch will be —- Irish Stew with Colcannon Potatoes
— Irish Beef Stew Topped with Colcannon Potatoes and Biscuits
— Dessert – Baked Apple Duff served with Ice Cream
— Tea or Coffee
$10.00 per person
Dinners must be pre-ordered — No Later than March 11, 2020. By NOON
Take-outs available to be picked up no earlier than 12:30 — No delivery
Please call Darlene Broome 902-277-1341 to order.
Thank You,
Christ Church Guild

Friday Night Dinner
2020-03-20 17:30 - 19:30 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Friday Night Dinner: by Ron & Ronda @ the New Ross Legion
Chicken & Ribs, Potato Salad & Roll
$10
5:30-7:30 (or until gone)
Everyone Welcome!

Fun & Fitness Class
2020-03-23 10:00 - 11:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
With Wanda Broome classes run from January 13th – March 4th with a 2 week break and resuming on March 23 to May 27th
This 50+ exercise is for you! Wanda Broome certification senior fitness instructor, through the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA).
Offering classes at the New Ross Family Resource Centre (NRFRC) downstairs in our community room.
Class times: Monday January 13th, from 10 am – 11 am (no class February 17th)
Wednesday January 15th, from 10 am – 11 am
~ Cost: $4.00 drop in fee
You will also need to wear indoor sneakers, comfortable clothing, dress in layers, and bring your water. The class will be designed to meet your level of fitness.
Remember if school is cancelled for storm days we are cancelled.
Thank you, your friend in fitness Wanda
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Yoga
2020-03-24 18:30 - 20:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
Classes at New Ross Family Resource Centre
10 week session from Tuesday March 24th to May 26th
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Instructor: Mona Keddy
Cost: $120.00
What to bring: Wear comfortable cloths, a water bottle & yoga mat.
Registration information: For your convenience we can email your registration form or stop by the centre to save your class space. 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: Thursday March 12th, 2020
Mona is open to having new students try the first class free to see if yoga is for you. You can register and join after the first class.
The practice of yoga creates opportunities for increased strength, stability and mobility as well as a deepening ease of being. Through this four-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.

Filling Your Cup_Chill&Chat Session
2020-03-26 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.

Dance Recital
2020-03-27 18:30 - 19:30 | New Ross Consolidated School-Gym
Dance Recital
At the New Ross Consolidated School
Date: Friday March 27, 2020 @ 6:30 pm
Cost: $4.00 for adult, $2.00 per child
or $10.00 per family
The dance students have worked hard over the last 10 weeks to bring
their dancing abilities to the stage for you. Please come and show the children your support.
Flowers will be on sale in the lobby before the show!
(This is a fundraiser for the New Ross Family Resource Centre)
* Everyone Welcome!*

Open House_Charing Cross Garden Club
2020-04-01 19:00 - 20:30 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
You are invited to attend an OPEN HOUSE of Charing Cross Garden Club at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall on Wednesday, April1st, @ 7:00 pm.
Some guest speakers will be present to answer questions. We will be giving out some house plants, bulbs and prizes. A Silent Auction is being planned. Refreshments available. Proceeds will be for our Hanging Baskets at the village this summer. Come join us for a fun evening. More details in next month’s flyer.

Dinner & Dance_Dart League
2020-04-04 04:30 - 23:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
On Saturday April 4th, 2020 the New Ross Legion Dart League will be hosting a Dinner & Dance for all past dart league members and guest.
The Dinner & Dance will be in honor of the dart leagues “35th Year”
Dinner will be a turkey dinner with all the trimmings, desert, tea or coffee
Music by: B & S DJ service
Social hour: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm meal @ 5:30 pm
$15.00 per person – includes Dinner & Dance
There will be door prizes and 50/50
Tickets will be available for Dart Players until March 20th, 2020
From March 20th – March 27th tickets will be available to anyone if any are left!
Limited tickets will be sold
Tickets available @ 902 277-0898 or at the New Ross Legion
Dance tickets will be available at the door for $8.00 per person.

Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
2020-04-14 13:00 - 16:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
CVITP (Community Volunteer Income Tax Program)
Will be available at the New Ross Family Resource Centre
FREE Income Tax preparation / Facilitator Sandy Dumaresq
· Tues April 14th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm; 20 minute appointments
· Eligibility based on income and simplicity of tax return to be completed. More info at this link http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/vlntr/nd-eng.html#help
· Book your appointment by calling Sandy at 902-275-3421
· Remember to bring all your tax slips and forms with you This program is a partnership with OHC and NRFRC

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.

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

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 | Nova Scotia
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 | Nova Scotia
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 | Nova Scotia
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
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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.

Coffee Social
2021-02-01 09:00 - 11:00 | New Ross Legion Branch #79, 64 Forties Road, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
New Ross Legion invites all who are tiring of staying home to get “out and about” to visit our legion for some friendly chatting with other community folk. Starting on Feb 1st, we will be providing tea, coffee and an item of baked goods, for a freewill offering, from 9-11am.
Membership is not required.
COVID-19 health restrictions apply.

Counseling for Women_FREE!
2021-02-04 10:00 - 12:00 | New Ross Family Resource Centre, Hwy 12, New Ross, Nova Scotia, B0J 2M0, Canada
