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Sunday, 30 August 2020
St. Peter's Pirate Days to Take Place September 12 in St. Peter's, Cape Breton
Attention all Pirate lovers!!!
Organizers of the St. Peter’s Pirate Day are happy to announce that they will be hosting a Mini version of the festival starting at 1pm on Saturday, September 12. All activities will be outdoors, so rain cancellation may take place. Masks will be needed for participants to keep on hand. Organizers will be adhering to all guidelines set out by the NS Public Health.
Attention Mates, since the ships have wrecked in the bay for this year’s normal Pirate festivities, landlubbers might like to take a tour of the skies. Breton Air will be visiting our village September 12th, booking tours of our village skies. Tour will be 10 minutes in length, and cost $99.00 per person. For more information check their web site. BRETONAIR.com.
Businesses in the St. Peter’s area, will be wearin' their pirate best, so dust off yer pirate oufit and join us in town for a fun day from 1pm to 4pm. They will be hosting a Mini Pirate Poker Plunder (under 14) throughout the village. If ye think ye got the makins of a card shark, dress in yer pirate garb and join us. Winnin's for the top three hands. Sponsored by ECCU and Steff’s Celtic Gift Shop. From 4pm to 7pm, Beaver Tails will be servin' up the tastiest tails ye ever wrapped yer mug around! Stay tuned for more updates and announcements.
Wednesday, 26 August 2020
The Famous Sailing Ship the Bluenose II will be coming to Richmond County This September.
On September 6th, the Bluenose II is scheduled to anchor in Arichat. Location and time to be announced. On September 7th., the Bluenose II will be sailing to St. Peters, as part of it's Sail Past Summer tour. As plans are right now, The Bluenose is scheduled to anchor west of Jerome Point, in St. Peter's, depending on conditions. Organizers will keep their social media channels updated with times as details become available.
Attention all kids and Youth up to 16 years of age, you maybe interested in this Bluenoser of the Week Contest. Get out your pens, pencils or crayons and start drawing a picture of this amazing sailing ship. Draws are done weekly until September 14th! Good luck and we look forward to seeing your art work.
Friday, 21 August 2020
The Louisbourg Playhouse has announced their entertainment schedule for the rest of August.
The Louisbourg Playhouse in Louisbourg, Cape Breton, have a great line up for the rest of August.
Tuesday, 18 August 2020
Check What Great Events Are Happening in Richmond County, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia from August 19 to September 12, 2020
Richmond County Events Calendar from August 19
to September 12, 2020
https://www.visitstpeters.com/things-to-do/
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.
Re-occurring sailing tours happening in
Richmond County:
ACTIVE LIFESTYLES/SPORTS
Cape Breton Sailing Charter with Captain Greg
Silvers – 902-631-5050
Richmond Adventure Planning with Captain
Gordon Kerr – 902-631=3754
Vollmer Island Paradise Boat Tours –
902-226-1507
Kayak Rentals at the Groundswell in
D’Escousse.
Richmond County Recreation - Point Michaud
surf hut is officially open for rentals ONLY.
For your enjoyment we have added some sea kayaks to our inventory, along
with our stand-up paddle-boards, surfboards and wetsuits. Call 902-587-2988 to
reserve.
Richmond County Events Calendar
6pm
to 7pm: - Concerts By the Sea at the
Louisdale Waterfront Property in Louisdale. This is a free outdoor concert.
Please bring your own chairs and observe the Social distancing guidelines (6
feet apart) need to be met at each location in order to be able to host these
events.
5pm – 10pm: - It’s Wing Night at the Clubhouse
at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee.
$10.00/lb with a drink purchase, $4.50 local beer and $11 Beer Pitchers
from 5-9 p.m. Weekly entertainment from 6-10 p.m.! Grab some friends and see
you there!
Thursday, August 20
4pm – 9pm: - Thirsty Thursdays at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. Come in and grab pitchers of craft for $30. We
also we have specials on buckets of beer – 5 domestics for $25.00 and any 6
coolers for $30.00! Open 4-8 for dine in, and until 9 for take out // delivery!
Phone 9025352200 to place your order.
1pm – 8pm: - Toy Drive Fundraiser in memory of
Jason Marryatt is being hosted by Annual IWK toy drive fundraiser. Organizers
are hosting a 3rd annual fundraiser for our Toy drive in memory of beloved son,
brother and friend Jason Marryatt. will be selling hot dogs, hamburgers and
cold drinks all day long! come out and join us as we celebrate his life. there
will be entertainment, toy drive donations are welcome! event will take place August
20 at 15 Samsons Cove Rd, Samsons Cove, Petit de Grat, from 1 to 8! hop to see
you there!
Friday, August 21
8pm – 10pm: - Every Friday, Movies under the
Stars at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club - Cape Breton. Bring the whole
family to sit under the stars in Dundee's own Movie Park! Enjoy a variety of
family films all summer long, all for FREE! Fun activities are planned for each
night, themed to the featured movie. The movies will begin at sunset. This
weeks movie is The Incredibles.
Saturday, August 22
6pm to 12am. Crankinfest music concert, will
take place at 9735 Hwy 4, Grenville Street, St. Peter's. This amazing outdoor
event is being hosted by Ross Rankin, he will be joined by Leona Burkey, David
Stone, Jason MacDonald, Donna Marie DeWolfe and many many more, you will not
want to miss this incredible concert. Tickets are $40.00 each and can be
purchased at B&E General Store in St. Peter's. COVID 19 restrictions will
be in place for the concert. Rain date will be August 23 at 1pm.
5:30pm – 7:30pm: - Isle Madame Public Market
will take place at Le Noir Landing in Arichat. Anyone interested in getting a
table for the Market at a cost of $10.00 can contact 902-631-1124. Come out and
support your local artisans, bakers and craft people and more. Entertainers are
encouraged d to bring their Acoustic instruments.
Cancelled due to COVID – 19 - August 22, – Harbour Wars in L’Ardoise, Richmond County.
Sunday, August 23
9am – 1pm: - It's Brunch Time at The Bras d’Or
Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s!
Pop by and try our updated brunch menu --
mimosa or iced coffee on the patio, perhaps!
Monday, August 24
Tuesday, August 25
Wednesday, August 26
5pm – 10pm: - It’s Wing Night at the Clubhouse
at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee.
$10.00/lb with a drink purchase, $4.50 local beer and $11 Beer Pitchers
from 5-9 p.m. Weekly entertainment from 6-10 p.m.! Grab some friends and see
you there!
Thursday, August 27
4pm – 9pm: - Thirsty Thursdays at the Bras d’Or
Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. Come in and grab pitchers of craft for $30. We also
we have specials on buckets of beer – 5 domestics for $25.00 and any 6 coolers
for $30.00! Open 4-8 for dine in, and until 9 for take out // delivery! Phone
9025352200 to place your order.
Friday, August 28
8pm – 10pm: - Every Friday, Movies under the
Stars at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee. Bring the whole family to
sit under the stars in Dundee's own Movie Park! Enjoy a variety of family films
all summer long, all for FREE! Fun activities are planned for each night,
themed to the featured movie. The movies will begin at sunset. This weeks movie
is The Princess and the Frog.
Cancelled at the moment due to COVID 19 -
4:30pm – 7pm - Fish Supper Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 150, in Arichat.
Saturday, August 29
Sunday, August 30
10am: -
1st. Annual Potlotek Open will take place at the Dundee Resort. Shotgun
Start at 1oam. This will be a 4 person scramble event. Registration fee is
$80.00, no meals included. For more information contact Michael Basque at 902-578-7789,
or Jeremy Basque at 902- 227- 8442 or Tahirih Paul at 902- 623- 0372.
9am – 1pm: - It's Brunch Time at The Bras d’Or
Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s!
Pop by and try our updated brunch menu --
mimosa or iced coffee on the patio, perhaps!
Monday, August 31
Tuesday, September 1
Cancelled until December 8th! 6:30pm - The
Music Circle at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Centre, in D’Escousse.
Wednesday, September 2
5pm – 10pm: - It’s Wing Night at the Clubhouse
at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee.
$10.00/lb with a drink purchase, $4.50 local beer and $11 Beer Pitchers
from 5-9 p.m. Weekly entertainment from 6-10 p.m.! Grab some friends and see
you there!
Thursday, September 3
4pm – 9pm: - Thirsty Thursdays at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. Come in and grab pitchers of craft for $30. We
also we have specials on buckets of beer – 5 domestics for $25.00 and any 6
coolers for $30.00! Open 4-8 for dine in, and until 9 for take out // delivery!
Phone 9025352200 to place your order.
Friday, September 4
8pm – 10pm: - Every Friday, Movies under the
Stars at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club - Cape Breton. Bring the whole family to sit under the stars
in Dundee's own Movie Park! Enjoy a variety of family films all summer long,
all for FREE! Fun activities are planned for each night, themed to the featured
movie. The movies will begin at sunset. The movie for this week is The Lion
King.
Saturday, September 5
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will feature Kimberley Fraser,
Dara
MacDonald, Aaron Lewis and Paul MacDonald. Tickets are $10 with Reserved
Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.
Sunday, September 6
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will feature Donna Marie
DeWolfe, Allison Kehoe, Hilda Chiasson, Décota McNamara . Tickets are $10 with
Reserved Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.
Monday, September 7
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will feature Richard Wood,
Brenda Stubbert, Chris Babineau, Blanche Sophocleous. Tickets are $10 with
Reserved Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.
Tuesday, September 8
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will feature Evans & Doherty.
Tickets are $10 with Reserved Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at
902-535-2200.
Wednesday, September 9
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will feature Jennifer Roland,
Jason Kempt, Neil McDaniel, Brian Doyle . Tickets are $10 with Reserved
Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.
5pm – 10pm: - It’s Wing Night at the Clubhouse
at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee.
$10.00/lb with a drink purchase, $4.50 local beer and $11 Beer Pitchers
from 5-9 p.m. Weekly entertainment from 6-10 p.m.! Grab some friends and see
you there!
Thursday, September 10
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will featureChrissy Crowley,
Darren McMullen, Roger Stone, Jason Roach. Tickets are $10 with Reserved
Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.
4pm – 9pm: - Thirsty Thursdays at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. Come in and grab pitchers of craft for $30. We
also we have specials on buckets of beer – 5 domestics for $25.00 and any 6
coolers for $30.00! Open 4-8 for dine in, and until 9 for take out // delivery!
Phone 9025352200 to place your order.
Cancelled - September 10 - September 13: - St. Peter’s Pirate Days in
St. Peter’s.
Friday, September 11
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will featureDonnie Campbell and
Jinks O'Neill, James MacLean, Hailee LeFort, Ward MacDonald. Tickets are $10
with Reserved Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.
Saturday, September 12
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: - Kitchenfest at the Bras
d’Or Lakes Inn in St. Peter’s. The Kitchenfest will feature Joe MacMaster,
Douglas Cameron, Joël Chiasson, Kenny Stewart. Tickets are $10 with Reserved
Seating. Call to reserve your tickets at 902-535-2200.