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Colchester: A shop, a spooky experience and a harlequin

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TRURO, N.S. —

It was 4C at 6:30 a.m. and today’s high will be around 11C, with a 30% chance of showers, and an overnight low of 0C.

Tomorrow’s forecast includes a high of 11C, with sunshine, and an overnight low of 2C.

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In the News

Totally Local offers unique items in Bible Hill

A Halloween tour of Upper Onslow's Riverbreeze Fear Farm

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Plenty of Pets

Harley Quinn is a six-month-old harlequin rabbit who is sweet and confident.

She’s vet checked, spayed and ready for her forever home.

To learn more about adopting Harley Quinn, or one of the other bunnies waiting for a home, visit 10,000 Carrots Rabbit Rescue’s website or Facebook page or email [email protected]

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Tidal Bore

The tidal bore will be coming in at 43 minutes past noon today

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Community Calendar

MONDAY, OCT. 28

Meditation

OCT. 28 – Guided Meditation, Mondays 6:30-8 p.m., NSCC Mindfulness Centre, Truro. Info, FB page @meditationconnection

Cards 45’s

Oct. 28 – An evening of Cards 45’s at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St., at 7 p.m.

Dance

OCT. 28 – Monday dance at Lower Onslow Community Centre, 2 to 4 p.m. Music by Dan MacDonald, Kathy MacDonald and Wayne Elliott. Admission $5. Lunch, 50/50 draw; all are welcome.

TUESDAY, OCT. 29

Dance

OCT. 29– Goodtime Seniors Dance Club, Tuesdays from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., Truro Legion, Brunswick Street. $7. Shared lunch. 50/50. Band playing waltzes, polka, foxtrot. Jive waltz quadrille and singing.

Al-Anon

OCT. 29 – 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.

Concert

OCT. 29 – ROUTE 6 Band concert at Barrachois Community Hall, 99 Brule Shore Rd., Tatamagouche, 7 to 9 p.m. Admission by donation to assist hall renovations. Light lunch follows; all are welcome.

Wood Carvers

OCT. 29 – Truro Carvers wood-carving club meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., Douglas Street Rec. Room B. Info at [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 30

Al Anon

OCT. 30 – Cobequid Al Anon meets weekly on Wednesday evenings 7-8 p.m. at Douglas St. Rec Centre, Truro. For more information contact Jane, 902-890-0197.

Butch’s Jam

OCT. 30 – Come join the fun at the Horseman's Club every Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m.; everyone welcome.

Card Party

Oct. 30 – Card Party, Warwick Mountain Rec Club, 7 p.m., shared lunch, 50/50, travelling prize, highest score prize. $3 admission.

Dance

OCT. 30 – Dance at Salmon River fire hall, 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others; Shared lunch.

Free Flu Vaccine

OCT. 30 – MacQuarries Pharmasave is holding a free flu vaccine clinic 4 to 7 p.m. at the Bible Hill Village Hall. Must be five years and older with a valid N.S. health card. Call 902-893-7132 for more info.

THURSDAY, OCT. 31

Canasta

Oct. 31 – Thursday, 1-3 p.m.; come and learn the game. $2 fee, or free to members. Colchester Historeum, 29 Young St., Truro. All players welcome.

Trunk or Treat

OCT. 31 –Trunk or Treat on Halloween, at 38 Pleasant Street, Connection Church; a safe, treat-filled, fun event for families; runs 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.; a free family fun event.

Bingo

OCT. 31 – An afternoon of Bingo at the Good Neighbors Club, 21 Palmer St., at 1:30 p.m.

Card Party

OCT. 31 – Auction 45 Card party Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m. at the Bible Hill Fire Hall; sponsored by St. David’s United Church. $5 charge with cash prizes and a light snack.

FRIDAY, NOV. 1

Old Time Dance

Nov. 1 – 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.

Disabled Bowling

NOV. 1 – Lions Disabled Bowling, Bible Hill Bowlacade, 27 Jennifer Drive, 11 a.m.; for anyone with a physical/visual/intellectual disability; lanes, shoes free; $2 bus charge may apply. Info: Lion Shirley at 902-895-9195.

SATURDAY, NOV. 2

Concert

NOV. 2 – Cantabile Society choirs present the concert A Time For Everything, at First United Church in Truro, 7 p.m. Tickets $17, students $5, at First United Church office, MacQuarries, Esplanade, and at door.

Casserole Supper

NOV. 2 – Classic Casserole Supper, Peniel United Church, Five Islands, 4 to 6 p.m. Adults $12; 12-and-under $6. Take-outs available. Sponsored by Board of Stewards.

Luncheon/Sale

Nov. 2 – Fall Luncheon and Sale at Knox United Church, Brookfield, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Chicken a la King $10; jewelry/China/sweets/pantry/silent auction. Sponsored by UCW

Coffee Party

NOV. 2 – Festive Fall Coffee Party and Bake Sale, St. David's United Church Hall, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $8.

SUNDAY, NOV. 3

Ostomy Support

NOV. 3 – The Truro Ostomy Support Group will meet at The Douglas Street Recreation Centre at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Cancer Navigator from the hospital.

Bingo

NOV. 3 – Lions 50/50 Bingo, Truro and District Lions Club, 1100 Prince St., Truro. Doors open at noon; games start 1 p.m. $15/book; toonie pot, canteen; Info: 902-893-4773.

Open Mic

Nov. 3 – Warwick Mtn. Rec. Club, 2 to 5 p.m.; 50/50, door prize; canteen available; share your talent.

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