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Signs of Spring: Daffs, Mayflowers, ...
April 24, 2026
Angus Bonnyman
April 24, 2026
Gillian at Lismore Sheep Farm shared this photo with me earlier this week. We may not have room in the print edition, and on seeing more snow this morning, I thought you might need to see something fluffy too!
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Welcome!
I saw my first mayflowers on a social media post the other day, have you see any yet? I missed them last year and have to do a better job of looking for them this year. I did hear gulls at Murdock’s bridge the other day, so some of the sights and sounds of Spring are around us, even if there is the occasional cold night.
This week I have been pulling together the next print issue to celebrate The Nuggets’ first anniversary, and I am thrilled to say that we’re doing it in style with my first 8 page issue! My sincere thanks to everyone who has made that possible: advertisers for their support, everyone who shares news ‘nuggets’/live music/local events, Dylan Langille at Sonder Creative for the design and layout, Ted at ASE Print, and the readers :)
Watch for some neat features, including one of our best contests yet!
Race to 1000 - We did it! - we’re at 1,067 subscribers, thank you all for being here!
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A Few Nuggets … ICYMI
Nova Scotia Breast Screening Mobile Clinic will be in Tatamagouche from June 6-10. For more information or to book an appointment - https://nsbreastscreening.ca/location?community=51#mobile or call 1-800-565-0548
IWK Health is gathering input on the most important unanswered questions in women+ health across the Maritimes – if you are 18+, living in the Maritimes, you can participate at www.maritimewomenshealth.com
*River John Pickleball Club (RJPC) Come and enjoy the physical and social benefits of playing pickleball on outdoor courts at 15 Roger Road next to the River John Legion. Court times for various playing levels; a beginner mentorship program; player development opportunities; fun tournaments and social events. FBook: RiverJohnPickleball Email: [email protected]
The Edmund Lynds Bridge on Hwy 311 will be closed from April 20 – November 30th . A detour via Upper Brookside Rd, Brookside Rd and Upper Brookside Rd will be posted
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Jobs & Opportunities … please tell them that you heard about the position in The North Shore Nuggets ;)
Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed – M/W/F – call 902-657-3101 or email [email protected] for more information.
Creamery Square Heritage Museum is hiring (3) full time tour guide positions – please send resumes to [email protected]
TRA’s SchoolsPlus is hosting ‘A Night to Shine Closet’ – Whether you need a dress or have one to donate, you can contact Alana or Amanda, text 782-370-2716 or [email protected]
Live Music
Now: Wednesdays 7-9pm River John & District Lions Club - Donald’s Music Circle — Fridays 5pm – 7pm (& Drop-in Trivia Sundays 4-5pm) Tatamagouche Brewing Co May 1st: Live Music with Kevin Aitchison May 8th: Live Music with The Ol’ Soles May 15th: Live Music with Cameron Hawes — Fridays 5pm - Route 6 Big Al’s Family Restaurant & Lounge - Tatamagouche Reservations 902-657-3341 — Select Fridays/Saturdays Wiley’s By the Wharf – Reservations: [email protected] April 25th 530pm- Drew Polegato May 2nd 530pm- Brave Boys May 15th 5pm- 11th and Duke May 23rd 530pm- Cameron Hawes |
Mark your calendars!
April 25 9am | 2026 Pugwash & Area Great Pick Me Up Pugwash Farmers’ Mkt | Rain/snow date: May 2nd . Enjoy refreshments & comraderie with fellow pickers. More info: [email protected] Can’t make it on the 25th ? Borrow pickers and grab a bag from Keep Garbage Beneficial: 8868 Hwy 6, Th-Sa 10am-5pm. |
April 25 10-2pm | 33rd Maple Syrup Festival West Branch Community Hall | $13/6. Pancakes, maple syrup, sausages, beans, refreshments, live music. |
April 26 1-2:30pm | Scotsburn Rec Club Clothing Swap Scotsburn Fire Hall | Free. Infant to adult clothing and footware available. Clothing donations accepted that morning from 11am-1pm or by contacting [email protected] |
April 29 8:30-3pm | Forest School PD Day Nelson Memorial Park | Grades P-3. Keep the kiddos entertained with a day of forest school at Nelson’s Park. Free, but space is limited so email [email protected] to register. |
April 29 5:30-7pm | Purse Auction & Dessert Evening Northumberland Curling Club | $15 at the door. Presented by: Painted Ladies Relay for Life Team. Call/text Lesley: 902-956-9864; Shelley 902-664-6233; Denise 902-957-9291 |
May 2 | CARMA Colchester Spay-ghetti Dinner | Save the date, details to follow! |
May 3 2pm | Mega Bingo Wentworth Rec Centre | Doors open at 1pm, early bird play starts at 2pm. $3,300 in cash prizes. Advance ticket for 15 games is $50 available – [email protected] 902-899-8583. Early bird and extras sold at the door. Canteen available. |
May 4/5/8/9 | ‘Dare to Dream Jr’ Tata Regional Academy | A Disney musical revue. Evening performances 4, 5 & 8. Matinee May 9 |
May 5 9am | Tatamagouche Cemetery Clean up 18 Church St | Please bring your own tools. Rain date is Thursday May 7. |
May 7 1:30pm | Line Dancing Barrachois Comm. Hall | Free. Whether you’d like to try line dancing for the first time or if you are experienced join us for a fun afternoon activity and light refreshments. |
May 8 11:30-1pm | Mothers’ Day Lunch Malagash Mine Community Hall | Famous soups, homemade rolls, dessert, tea or coffee & gift basket raffle |
* May 8-9 10-4pm | May Pop-Open Sara Bonnyman Pottery | 326 Maple Ave, Tatamagouche. sarabonnymanpottery.com |
May 8-12 | Youth Art Show Fraser Gallery | Opening Night Friday 7-9pm. |
May 9 9-noon | Pugwash CIB Plant Sale Pugwash Farmers’ Mkt | Plant donations may be dropped off by Friday, May 8th to 10863 Durham St, or picked up. Call/text Suzanne: 902-957-7723 |
May 9 1:30pm | 3rd Clothing Swap & Makers Swap Tata Farmers’ Market | Hosted by North Shore Community Connections Soc |
May 9 2-4pm | Spring Tea Barrachois Comm. Hall | Free. Enjoy a presentation about container gardening and a light lunch. RSVP to Esther [email protected] , 902-657-3193 |
May 9 | Spring Fling Dance Pugwash Legion | $15/person; $25/couple. Music by Andy LeBlanc & The Edge. Spring basket raffle/50-50 draw/cash bar |
May 10 9-1pm | Mothers’ Day Breakfast/Brunch Tata Legion | $15/U12 $10/Preschoolers Free. Bacon, Ham, Scrambled Eggs, Toast, Fruit Cup. Tea, Coffee, Juice, Wheelchair Accessible Takeouts Available. Everyone Welcome |
*May 10 10am-4pm | Mothers’ Day at Ashton’s Garden Centre. 125 Upper River John Rd, Tatamagouche | Free. Daffodil Walk, Live Music & Food Truck. |
May 15-June 9 | Members’ Show Fraser Gallery | Sponsored by: The North Shore Nuggets. Hope to see you there! Opening Night Wine & Cheese Reception 7-9pm with music provided by the Chamber Ensemble |
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Ashton’s Garden Centre, ASE Print, Alana Hirtle MP, Bainfest, Canton Carts, Centre for Local Prosperity, Chowder House on Main, EXP Realty, Heathcock Electric, Hicks LeMoine Law, Kinship (Thane Patriquin), Lismore Sheep Farm Wool Shop, Mountain Farm, North Shore Community Connection Society, Nova Kraut, Ocean Gutter Services, Overstreet Cafe, R&B Adventures; Sara Bonnyman Pottery, Sisterhood Fibres, Sunrise Brokerage & Sales, S.W. Hayman Excavation Ltd, Tom Taggart, MLA, TriCounty Ford, ViewPoint Insurance.