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Bring on summer
June 5, 2026
Angus Bonnyman
June 05, 2026
Creeping phlox at the corner of our house - I smile every time I see it.
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Welcome!
It seems to be bear season … a family of bears have been making nocturnal visits with hopes of liberating our bird feeder again, and when they can’t manage that, they’ve been shredding the screens on our windows. If only our cats could talk …
I suspect we won’t see much of the bears once the strawberries are ripe at Mountain Farms U-pick - they hope to be open late June/early July. Soon my friends!
Lots of summer fun coming your way, enjoy!
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A Few Nuggets … ICYMI
Once Upon a Bookshoppe has launched ‘The Community Bookmark Programme’ that allows teens and preteens to choose any book from the Youth or YA sections for free in exchange for a Community Bookmark from the container. Community Bookmarks are $15 each and paid for by the Bookshoppe or a generous community member.
The renos are complete at Foodland Tatamagouche and they will be holding a Grand Opening Ceremony on June 11th . 8am ribbon cutting, 8-10am Meet & Greet. 10-2pm BBQ & entertainment.
*Bainfest Update – Congrats to Bob W who won the pair of tickets! Ticket sales are moving along, we suggest like any event buy now to avoid disappointment at www.bainfest.ca. The event of a lifetime 3 concerts back-to-back with 16 bands, cabaret style seating with chairs and tables supplied, local beverages from Jost, Tata Brew and Coldstream and food available from three foodtrucks.
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Jobs & Opportunities … please tell them that you heard about the position in The North Shore Nuggets ;)
TRA Bike Train – Every Wednesday in June, students and teachers are meeting at Creamery Square, biking up the trail, continuing past the Balmoral Motel and onto the school.
Intro to Girls Baseball – girls ages 6-10 – Tuesdays 5-6pm (June 16-Aug 25). $40. Deadline June 9, contact Bryan Donald
Opening Soon , July 1, 2026. YWCA Tatamagouche Early Learning Centre, 40 Blair Ave. Spaces available (18months -5yrs), but going quickly, please reach out to Stephanie Hawco @ [email protected] for inquiries and registration.
Live Music
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 5-7pm Train Station Inn June 19: Jonny & Jamie June 22: Dave Deuville Music June 24: Drew Polegato June 29: 11th&Duke Wednesdays 7-9pm River John & District Lions Club - Donald’s Music Circle — Fridays 5pm – 7pm Tatamagouche Brewing Co June 5th: Live Music with Christian Kirby June 6th: Live Music with Amy & Arwen 2PM-4PM June 12th: Live Music with Victor Fraser June 17th: (Tata Brew 12th Birthday): Live Music with Scott Cleveland 3PM-5PM June 18th: Live Music with Jonny & Jamie 3PM-5PM June 19th: Live Music with 11th & Duke June 20th: Open Mic with Jim King 5PM-7PM June 21st: Live Music with Cory Mercer 1PM-3PM June 26th: Live Music with Drew Polegato — 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] — Saturdays Chowder House on Main - Tatamagouche Reservations 902-657-2223 June 6th - 1-3pm - Jim King Watch for further updates! — Sangria Saturdays 6pm Derado’s Pizzeria and Donair, Tatamagouche. Reservations 902-657-9000 June 6th - 5pm - Cameron Hawes June 13th - Christine Gilroy June 20th - Heavy Set Blues June 27th - Jonny & Jamie |
Mark your calendars!
Thru June 9 | Members’ Show Fraser Gallery | Sponsored by: The North Shore Nuggets. |
June 5-7 10 – 3pm | Pre-Loved Art Sale The Fraser | A curated selection of previously loved artwork available for purchase. |
June 6 1-3pm | Picnic Under the Rainbow Nelson’s Mem Park | Join Truro Pride for a walk from Tata Farmers’ Market to Nelson’s Memorial Park at 1pm. Stay for food, drinks, entertainment, games and crafts at no cost. |
June 6 2 - 4pm | Open House & Members’ Tea The Fraser | A relaxed afternoon gathering for members and visitors |
June 6 7am-6pm | 32nd Annual Fishing Derby Isaac’s Lake | Sponsored by the Westchester Fire Dept. Part of Nova Scotia’s “Free Fishing Weekend”. No licence required. Registration $10. U12 $5. Prizes. Canteen. Contact Jason Rushton 902-897-7708. |
June 6 8-noon | Community Yard Sale Caribou Dist Fire Dept |
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June 6 7pm | Route 6 Performance Barrachois Comm. Hall | A relaxed evening of entertainment followed by refreshments. offered at no charge thanks to support from the Community Health Grant and our “Back to Tarbot School” program. |
June 6-10 | Breast Screening Mobile Clinic LFM Hospital | For more information or to book an appointment - https://nsbreastscreening.ca/location?community=51#mobile or call 1-800-565-0548 |
June 7 10-1pm | Adrian Martynkiw Memorial Disc Golf & Silent Auction Wentworth Bike Park | Presented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colchester East Hants. Pre-registration is preferred (as a team or individual), by phone 895-4562 or email [email protected]. Discs are provided and the chair lift will be open @$25/person. |
June 7 Noon | Plant Sale Creamery Square | North Shore Gardening Life and the Creamery Square Museum are joining forces as hosts. To donate plants or garden-related items email [email protected] |
June 9 2-3pm | Local History Presentation Creamery Square Heritage Centre | Fascinating facts about the Tatamagouche Train Station with stationmaster, Jimmie LeFresne. |
June 12 1-3pm | Sewing for Kids The Fraser | Chris Thistle-English hosts a workshop on sewing felt toys (ages 8-15). Pre-register by emailing [email protected]. Watch the website for more to follow. From needle and thread to a finished toy—come discover the joy of making something with your own hands! |
June 12 7pm | Opening Reception The Fraser | Su Rogers & Adrienne Black Connell “Lobsters-Shamans of the Sea” Show. Show continues until July 17th. |
June 13 10-2pm | Car Show & Shine Wentworth Rec Centre | $2/U12 free. Cars are welcome by donation. Canteen available all day. For additional information, contact: Sandra at (902) 899-8583 or [email protected]. |
June 16 6-8pm | Cumberland Business Connector AGM Lobster Factory | Please join us as we highlight our year at the Business Connector and enjoy a meal by local gem, Fusions Bistro! We will hear from two of Nova Scotia’s most respected business leaders for a conversation on growing and sustaining successful businesses in rural Nova Scotia. Tickets here |
June 18 5:30pm | Kait Saxton Scholarship Fundraiser Northumberland Curling Club | $25. This fundraiser will feature women’s and men’s fashions from SeaShell BeachWear, along with music, a dessert buffet, and time together as a community to honour Kait’s memory and legacy. |
June 19 11:30-1pm | Fathers’ Day Luncheon Malagash Comm Hall | Bake table |
*June 20-July 26 | “Along The Way” Ice House Gallery | Cathy Dalton & Jan Boiduk |
Jun 20 8am | Pugwash Community- Wide Yard sale 2026 | Rain date: June 21. Hosted by PEACE |
June 20 9-1PM | Community Yard Sale Malagash Comm Hall | Cake Auction, Bake Sale, 50/50, and BBQ, Food Bank drive |
*June 20 10-4pm | Pop-open Sara Bonnyman Pottery | 326 Maple Ave, Tatamagouche. sarabonnymanpottery.com Summer hours begin on July 2nd |
June 21 | Fathers’ 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 |
June 27 3pm | Grand Reopening Bill Mundle Marina, Pugwash | The first phase of upgrades has been completed, and we would love to celebrate this exciting milestone with you. Refreshments will be provided. |
June 28 | Paper Making Workshop The Fraser | Learn the basics of turning pulp into unique textured sheets through a hands-on process with Jennifer Coveyduc. Pre-register by emailing [email protected] Kids 9-15 -- 10:30-12:30am – Free Adults 16+ -- 1:30-4:30pm -- $20 |
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