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Blossoms. Members' Show & So. Many. Yardsales & Plant Sales.
May 15, 2026
Angus Bonnyman
May 15, 2026
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Welcome!
Wow, it really doesn’t matter which direction you’re heading on Saturday, you’ll find a yard sale or plant sale. Lots of events taking place this long weekend, including the opening of the Members’ Show at The Fraser here shortly … I am soooo late!
Congrats to the North Shore Community Development Assn on a successful breakfast earlier this week - it was a great opportunity to chat with folks doing interesting things in the community. One of which is the Local Prosperity event coming August 6-9, more details on that soon.
If you haven’t entered the Bainfest contest or colouring contest, what are you waiting for??
Have a great May long weekend!
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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 ;)
North Shore Rec Centre – Summer Camp staff. Ages 15-30. July 6-Aug 28. 35 hrs/wk. Email [email protected] for more information or to apply.
Local Prosperity 2026 - 5 Festival Organizers. Ages 15-30. Hybrid (remote and in-person in Tatamagouche). 30hrs/wk for 9 weeks start between mid-May and mid-June. For more info and to apply visit: www.centreforlocalprosperity.ca
TRA Bike Bus – Wednesdays in June – Volunteers Needed. Join us biking with students to/from school or support by helping direct traffic and keep sidewalks safe. For more information contact [email protected] or [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 15th: Live Music with Cameron Hawes May 22nd: Live Music with The Brave Boys May 29th: Live Music with Flip Side Saturday, May 30th: Books & Brews 6PM — 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] May 15th 5pm- 11th and Duke May 23rd 530pm- Cameron Hawes — Saturdays Derado’s Pizzeria and Donair, Tatamagouche. Reservations 902-657-9000 Check out the new covered patio! Watch for more details on the relaunch of ‘Sangria Saturdays from 6-7:30pm’ expected to start with the Grand Reopening on May 23rd. Congrats Habib, it looks great! |
Mark your calendars!
May 15-June 9 | Members’ Show Fraser Gallery | Sponsored by: The North Shore Nuggets. Opening Night Wine & Cheese Reception 7-9pm with music provided by the Chamber Ensemble |
May 16 8am-noon | Indoor Community Yard Sale River John Fire Hall | Hosted by River John Fire Dept Ladies Aux. Come browse, shop, and grab a breakfast sandwich and coffee while you’re there. |
May 16 8am | River John & Area Community Yard Sale | Various locations – map can be found here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WbKDjPSkL5gt2HbS6 |
May 16 9am-sold out | Pancake Brunch Oddfellows Hall,Tata | $15/Seniors & U12 $12.50. Eat-in or Take-out. Pancakes, sausages, beans, t/c. Hosted by Freedom Rebekah Lodge |
May 16 9am- | Yard Sale and BBQ Bayhead Hall |
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May 16 8am | Westchester Community Yard sale Westchester Fire Hall | Canteen and vendors at the Fire Hall. Keep an eye on Facebook for an upcoming online auction. |
*May 16 10am-4pm | Lismore Sheep Farm Visitor Barn Opening. 1389 Louisville Rd, River John | A chance to meet some lambs, feel their wool and learn all about it. Barn is open the same as shop hours, daily 10-4. Admission by donation. www.lismoresheepfarmwoolshop.com |
May 16 7-11pm Doors: 6:30pm | Music & Dance Tata Legion | 19+ Music and Dance By Harvest (formerly known as The Island Boys) Advance tickets only $10.00. Call 902-657-2172 |
*May 17-18 10am-4pm | Woodland Fairy Walk Ashton’s Garden Centre. 125 Upper River John Rd, Tatamagouche | Free. Step into the magic of Ashton’s Garden Centre with our Woodland Fairy Walk, a joyful, family-friendly experience for children (and grown-ups too!). Free bubble wands for kids. Food Truck on site Holiday Monday |
*May 20th 9-4pm | Ford Drive One for TRA Tata Regional Academy | Come take a test drive and Ford will donate $30 (to max $6,000) to Tatamagouche Regional Academy. Hosted by Tricounty Ford |
May 20th 4:30-6pm | Taco Night Sharon United Church Hall | A Village Community Supper. Free will offering with all funds going towards more Village Suppers. Sponsored by Sharon United Church, Bayhead & Brule Union Churches. |
May 22nd 4-5:30 | Meat Loaf Supper Takeout St George’s Presbyterian Church | $15. Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, peas, carrots, biscuit & apple crisp. GF available by request. Prepared by Salem United Church. Pre-order by calling Cathe 902-351-2552. |
May 23 10am | Nelson Memorial Park Volunteer Clean-up of the Rose Garden | Please bring your own tools. Rain date: May 25. |
May 23 – 10-2pm
| Spring Fling Market & Bake Sale – Malagash Mine Community Hall | Crafters, plants, books and more. Gift basket raffle, BBQ & canteen.
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May 23 12:30-2pm | Seedling Swap 2026 Tata Library | Bring your extra seedlings, cuttings, rhizomes and bulbs to swap. No plants to trade? After 1:30pm we will accept cash donations in lieu of plants. Sponsored by the North Shore Garden Club |
May 24 10am | Painting the Trail Head 24 Station Rd, Tata | Bring painting clothes. Paint supplies provided. Rain date: May 31st |
May 24 1:30-3:30 | General Meeting Malagash Mine Community Hall | Come meet the Executive and see what is going on in your community. |
May 25 7pm | Tata Village Commission AGM Tata Fire Hall | Various guest speakers. Election to be held. Presentation of 2026-7 Budget. All are welcome. |
May 27 6pm | Malagash Area Heritage Assn AGM Malagash Comm Hall | More than a museum, we host community events, support food bank drives and manage the community park. Seeking new members/volunteers. Memberships are $10 to be collected at the AGM. |
May 29 12:30 – 2pm | Mini Mawio’mi TRA & North Shore Rec Centre field | a Mi’kmaw gathering to celebrate culture – there will be dancers, drummers, music, story tellers, food stations, craft stations, a tea station, and more. All are welcome. |
May 30 10am | Sunny Brae Cemetery Meet & Greet 52 River Rd, Oliver | Join neighbours for a relaxed morning at Sunny Brae Cemetery. Enjoy refreshments, pick up a cemetery map, and learn more about the families and community members laid to rest there. |
May 31 10am-noon | Spring Plant Sale Scotsburn Fire Hall | Scotsburn Community Food Forest. Annuals and perennials available, focus on edible, medicinal and pollinator-friendly permaculture plants. Donations accepted from 8-10am May 31st or by appointment. Cookies for sale. Gently used tool donations |
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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.