TRURO, N.S. — It was -3C at 6:30 a.m., with freezing rain, and the temperature’s expected to climb to 10C during the day, with rain or freezing rain, and an overnight low of -8C.
Saturday’s high will be around -9C, with a 60% chance of flurries, and an overnight low of -12C.
Sunday’s forecast includes a high of -6C, with a 30% chance of flurries, and a low of -16C during the night.
Today’s stories
Young people in Truro prepare for physical labour in Jamaica
Icy conditions close schools in Colchester County
Brookfield youth honour memory of fellow student
Plenty of Pets
Jill is a three-year-old Samoyed/ Eskimo mix who weighs about 40 pounds.
She loves attention and is very friendly, although she is somewhat stubborn and strong-willed and requires patience and firm instruction. She's energetic, smart, and affectionate and her favourite activities are walks, sniffing, and belly rubs. She learns very quickly and already knows sit, shake a paw, treat, walk, outside, and no. She walks well on leash.
She is house trained, and is used to a crate, although resistant to go in. If she’s left alone in a house she does get into mischief.
She loves new people but hasn't met children or cats. She is dominant with other dogs and can be protective of her food, so she may do best as an only dog for now.
Jill is spayed, vaccinated, treated for parasites and microchipped. She comes with 30-days of free pet insurance courtesy of 24PetWatch. Her adoption fee is $350.
For more information on adoption, visit the Coastal K9 Rescue Society website or Facebook page.
Tidal Times
The tidal bore will be coming in at 2:35 p.m. today.
Saturday: 2:57 a.m. and3:14 p.m.
Sunday: 3:34 a.m. and 3:54 p.m.
Fuel Prices
The cost of gasoline has gone up 2.6 cents and is now $1.01.9 per litre.
Diesel remains at $1.20.2 per litre.
Community Calendar
FRIDAY, FEB. 8
Dance
FEB. 8 – Seniors Old Time Dance, Douglas Street Recreation Centre, 2 p.m.; door prize; sponsored by Y Seniors Group; age 50 and older welcome; admission $6.
SATURDAY, FEB. 9
Luncheon
FEB. 9 – Stewiacke Valley 4-H Club Valentine’s Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; home-made soups, biscuits, rolls, etc., at the Upper Stewiacke United Church Hall. Cost $7. Proceeds for club expenses
Cribbage
FEB. 9 – Crib Tournament, West St. Andrews Community Hall, 1 p.m.; $22 per team; two 50/50 draws.
Snowshoe Hike
FEB. 9 – Hike Nova Scotia and HubCycle guided Snowshoe Hike. Victoria Park, Truro, 10 a.m. Bring your own or reserve rentals in advance. Qualify for a trail prize. Details: www.hikenovascotia.ca .
Merchandise Bingo
FEB. 9 – Truro and District Lions Club Merchandise Bingo, 2 p.m., 1100 Prince St., Truro. $15 per person.
Pancake Breakfast
FEB. 9 – Pancake Breakfasts every Saturday in February at Slate Youth Centre, 8 to 10:30 a.m. $8.50 regular; $6.50 small. Pancakes, sausages, beans, beverage. Proceeds to Dominican Republic Service Project team.
Cribbage
FEB. 9 – Crib at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St. Saturday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. Prizes and 50/50.
SUNDAY, FEB. 10
Valentine Brunch
FEB. 10 – Valentine Breakfast/Brunch, Tatamagouche Legion; ham, bacon, eggs, etc. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone welcome; $7; $4 for 12-and-under; wheelchair accessible; takeouts available. Basket draw proceeds for 596 Air Cadets.
Jam Session
FEB. 10 - Monthly Jam Session, 2 to 4 p.m., Hilden United Church Hall; freewill offering and 50/50 draw; coffee, tea, cookies available; everyone welcome; proceeds for church expenses.
Poetry Reading
FEB. 10 – Poetry Reading, 2 to 4 p.m., High Tides Arts and Community Centre, 11 Church St., Maitland; free will offering.
MONDAY, FEB. 11
Overeaters Anonymous
FEB. 11 – Truro Overeaters Anonymous group meets at Douglas Street Rec Centre each Monday at 7:30 p.m. For more info, phone 902-843-5678.
Chair Yoga
FEB. 11 – Senior Chair Yoga, First Baptist Church, 10 a.m. Fee $5. For more information call 902-843-2408.
Meditation
FEB. 11 – Every Monday 6:30-7:30 p.m., NSCC Mindfulness Centre, Truro. Free meditation [email protected]
Cards
FEB. 11 – Play 45’s at The Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St. at a new time, Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Prizes and 50/50.
Art Display
FEB. 11 – Lead With Your Heart’s Art Therapy group art display at the NSCC’s McCarthy Gallery for the month of February. Grand Opening is Feb. 11 from 2-4 p.m. Everyone welcome.
TUESDAY, FEB. 12
Guild Meeting
FEB. 12 – Marigold Guild of Needle Arts Meeting, 7 p.m. at Truro Fire Hall community room.
Member Program: Snowman Felt Applique. Meeting open to guests, potential new members.
Film Group
FEB. 12 – First United Church Memorial Hall, at 10 a.m. – the Florida Project – short discussion to follow; everyone welcome.
Dance
FEB. 12 – Good Time Seniors Dance Club 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. every Tuesday at The Royal Canadian Legion Brunswick Street, Truro. Admission $7; shared lunch; 50/50 tickets; live band.
Al-Anon
FEB. 12 – Truro Al-Anon meets every Tuesday, 8 p.m. at The Good Neighbor's Club, 21 Palmer St. For more info call Lois 902-890-1518.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13
Dance
FEB. 13 – Dance in Salmon River Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others; shared lunch.
Al Anon
FEB. 13 – Cobequid Al Anon meets weekly, Wednesday evenings, 7-8 p.m. at Douglas Street Rec Centre.
Card Party
FEB. 13 – Card party at Warwick Mountain Rec Club, 7 p.m.; $3 admission; 50/50, door prize, shared lunch.
Butch’s Jam
FEB. 13 – Butch’s Jam at the Horseman's Club, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; everyone welcome.
Coffee Party
FEB. 13 – Valentine Coffee Party, Trinity United Church, corner of Onslow Road/Meeting House Road, Upper Onslow, 10 a.m., admission $8; sponsored by Margaret Jean Lacey UCW Unit. Chairlift accessible.
Toastmasters
FEB. 13 – Speakeasy Toastmasters; learn about leadership and communication skills as well as a place to practise, Truro Library, noon to 1 p.m.; special guests district executive and club coach; everyone welcome.
Basic Amateur Radio Course
FEB. 13 – Basic Amateur Radio Course by the Truro Amateur Radio Club starting Feb. 13. For more info www.truroamateurradioclub.ca or email Dave Hull at [email protected]
Dance Classes
FEB. 13 – Free Ceilidh Dance Classes, Bible Hill Village Hall, 7 p.m., weekly until March 13; layered comfortable clothing, non-marking shoes; suitable for all. Info: www.colchesterhighlandgames.com/ceilidh
THURSDAY, FEB. 14
Spiritual Group
FEB. 14 – The Guiding Light Spiritual Group meets every Thursday, 7 p.m., Douglas Street School, room 12, 40 Douglas St. Truro.
Chair Yoga
FEB. 14 – Chair Yoga, Trinity United Church, 415 Onslow Rd., Upper Onslow, 10 to 11 a.m., Church Hall, $5; everyone welcome. Information: 902-897-4553.
Card Party
FEB. 14 – Auction 45 Card party every Thursday at 1 p.m., Bible Hill Fire Hall; sponsored by St. David’s United Church. $5 charge; cash prizes; light snack.
Bingo
FEB. 14 – Bingo at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St., Thursday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. Prizes and 50/50.
FRIDAY, FEB. 15
Dance
FEB. 15 – Seniors Old Time Dance, Douglas Street Recreation Centre, 2 p.m.; door prize; sponsored by Y Seniors Group; age 50 and older welcome; admission $6.
Valentine Shindig
FEB. 15 – Valentine Shindig, Truro Heights United Baptist Church, Truro Heights Road
5:30 p.m.: Pot Blessing Supper - Bring Your Favourite Dish; 6:30 p.m.: skits, jokes, funny stories, music; all are welcome.
SATURDAY, FEB. 16
Guitar Club
FEB. 16 – Fingerpicking Guitar Club, gathering has moved to Douglas Street Recreation Centre,
Truro. Information: Mike 902-305-4272.
Valentine’s Extravaganza
Feb. 16 – Valentine’s Extravaganza, 7:30 p.m. Knox Church Hall, #53 Highway 289, Brookfield. Entertainment, silent auction, door prizes; all-you-can-eat-dessert. Advance tickets only $20. Call Kaye: 902-673-2356.
Pancake Breakfast
FEB. 16 – Pancake Breakfasts every Saturday in February at Slate Youth Centre, 8 to 10:30 a.m. $8.50 regular; $6.50 small. Pancakes, sausages, beans, beverage. Proceeds to Dominican Republic Service Project team.
Coffee House
FEB. 16 – Country Gospel Coffee House, 7 p.m., Christian Fellowship Centre,1533 Plains Rd. Debert; local talent; shared lunch; freewill offering.
Walk
FEB. 16 – 5/10k 1A 10 a.m., Truro Permanent Walk, at Goodlife Fitness, 13 Queen St., Truro. Contact: Heather McLeod 902-895-2592.
Cribbage
FEB. 16 – Crib at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St. Saturday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. Prizes and 50/50.
SUNDAY, FEB. 17
Hike
FEB. 17 – Hike Nova Scotia, Nine Mile River Trails Association guided hike on the Nine Mile River Trails in Enfield, noon. Pre-register at [email protected].; win a trail prize. Details: www.hikenovascotia.ca .
Bluegrass Concert
FEB. 17 – Musical Memories Bluegrass Concert, at 2 p.m., Middleton United Church, Middle Musquodoboit, 12430 Hwy 224. Information: 902-384-2520; lunch provided; admission by free will offering; wheelchair accessible.
Ice cream Social
FEB. 17 – Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social. Enjoy cake and homemade ice cream. 2 - 4 p.m. Five Islands Fire Hall. $5 adults; $2 under-12; sponsored by Fire Islands Fire Brigade.
MONDAY, FEB. 18
Book Reading
FEB. 18 – Foxfyre - A Book Reading in Two Parts by author Sion Irwin-Childs; Part 1: Colchester Historeum, Feb. 18, 11 a.m. to noon. Free. Part 2 on Feb. 19.
Overeaters Anonymous
FEB. 18 – Truro Overeaters Anonymous group meets at Douglas Street Rec Centre each Monday at 7:30 p.m. For more info, phone 902-843-5678.
Chair Yoga
FEB. 18 – Senior Chair Yoga, First Baptist Church, 10 a.m. Fee $5. For more information call 902-843-2408.
Meditation
FEB. 18 – Every Monday 6:30-7:30 p.m., NSCC Mindfulness Centre, Truro. Free meditation [email protected]
Taoist Tai Chi
FEB. 18 –Open House to try out Taoist Tai Chi, a “moving meditation” that benefits mind, body and spirit, 6:30 p.m., 910 Prince St. Call 893-8500 to register. www.taoist.org
Cards
FEB. 18 – Play 45’s at The Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St. at a new time, Mondays at 1:30 p.m. Prizes and 50/50.
