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Richmond County Events Calendar from June 27 to August 10, 2020

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St. Peter’s is a natural hub from which to seek out Cape Breton activities, attractions and experiences whether on land or sea/inland sea. We are within walking distance or a short drive away from some unique Cape Breton attractions and firmly anchored among many traditions and cultures. Friday,

Saturday, June 27

10 am -2pm: YARD SALE at the TARA LYNNE CENTER in RIVER BOURGEOIS. In support of DOROTHY'S CAT SANCTUARY.

Sunday, June 28

Cancelled until further notice - 8am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the Louisdale Lions Community Centre in Louisdale.

Monday, June 29

7pm: - Strait Area Pride Rally in Port Hawkesbury. Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. Hosted by Taylor Linloff - Aspirational Autistic.

Join us on June 29th at 7 PM, day after 51st anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, and the first Pride March in Port Hawkesbury's history! Land acknowledgement and 2 Spirit explanation featured by Bryson Sili'pay. Morgan Toney will be providing a rendition of the Mi'kmaq Honour Song.

Dress fabulously (including face masks please!), have fun, learn the history of Pride, and let your rainbow flags fly while socially distancing!

LGBTQ2S+ and Allies welcome!

The Strait Area Pride March will be a socially distanced sidewalk march for protection of both pedestrians and drivers. We will start with opening remarks at the Civic Centre, then walk along Reeves Street and turn left to walk along MacQuarrie Drive (past ROC Society). We will head back to the Civic Centre for final thoughts and sharing.

Respect identity. Respect QTPOC. Respect pronouns. Respect disabled people. Respect those closeted/recently out. Respect gender creative kids. Respect social distancing. Respect gender expression. Respect LGBTQ+ elders. Respect differences. Respect each other.

Event is held on the unceded Mi'kmaq territory of Unama'ki. Respect 2 Spirit existence. Thank you to the Town of Port Hawkesbury for cooperation and support.

June 30

7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.

Wednesday, July 1

Canada Day will be Viritual in Richmond County – The County is challenging Richmond County Residents to participate by sending in their best pictures of their Canada Day decorated Window or best Canada Day Attire. Email your photo to rboudreau@richmondcounty.ca, Random draw will be made and winners will be awarded gift cards from local businesses.

9:30am - 12pm:- DIMA -Development Isle Madame will be featuring Canada Day Drive Thru Event at Le Noir Landing. The First 100 cars will receive a gift bag and piece of cake. No Walk ins.

Thursday, July 2

Friday, July 3

Saturday, July 4

Sunday, July 5

1pm-4pm: - Creating Textures in Watercolor-Outdoor Painting at LeNoir Landing, Arichat. Hosted by Richmond County Recreation. Participants will create a beautiful watercolor painting of a patchwork quilt, incorporating many different textures and techniques. This workshop will encourage your creativity and is sure to be lots of fun! All supplies are included. Space is limited so sign up early.

Fee: $30.00. Instructor: Therese Boudreau. Please register for this program by calling 902-226-0663.

Monday, July 6

Tuesday, July 7

7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.

Cancelled until December 8th! 6:30pm - The Music Circle at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Centre in D’Escousse held every Second Tuesday of the month.

Cancelled - July 7 – July 11: - Seaside LobsterFest in St. Peter’s.

Wednesday, July 8

1 PM – 3 PM:- Rock Painting for Kids (Ages 7+) - Outdoors -Free event at LeNoir Landing, in Arichat. Hosted by Richmond County Recreation. Rock crafts are all the rage right now, especially painted rocks. You will create mandelas (detailed patterns) and also paint a second garden rock with a painted sunset landscape. These are beautiful rocks for a garden or a gift for a special person. Space is limited. Instructor: Therese Boudreau. Please register for this program by calling 902-226-0663.

Thursday, July 9

Friday, July 10

Saturday, July 11

There will be a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Weekend. This is a

Level 1 Program, which will be held at the St Peters Marina in Richmond County.

For information or to register email allanmackayak@gmail.com or call 902 574 7235.

$200 for the weekend includes certification fees ((excludes kayak and meals).

Sunday, July 12

There will be a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Weekend. This is a

Level 1 Program, which will be held at the St Peters Marina in Richmond County.

For information or to register email allanmackayak@gmail.com or call 902 574 7235.

$200 for the weekend includes certification fees ((excludes kayak and meals).

Monday, July 13

Tuesday, July 14

7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.

Wednesday, July 15

Thursday, July 16

Friday, July 17

Saturday, July 18

Sunday, July 19

Cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19: 9am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the St. George’s Channel Hall in St. Georges Channel.

Monday, July 20

Tuesday, July 21

7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.

Cancelled until December 8th! 6:30pm - The Music Circle at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Centre in D’Escousse held every Second Tuesday of the month.

Wednesday, July 22

Thursday, July 23

Friday, July 24

Saturday, July 25

Sunday, July 26

Due to COVID – 19 Cancelled - 8am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the Louisdale Lions Community Centre in Louisdale.

Monday, July 27

Pending decision on COVID-19- stay tuned - July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.

Tuesday, July 28