TRURO, N.S. — It was -13C (wind chill -21C) at 6:30 a.m., and today’s high is expected to be -7, with a 30% chance of flurries, and an overnight low of -15C.
Tomorrow’s high will be around -8C, with sunshine, and an overnight low of -17C.
Expect snow again on Thursday. A weather statement warns of as much as 15 cm coming down during the day.
Today’s stories
Overcoming Codependency program being offered for women in Truro
Marking African Heritage Month at Truro's Zion Baptist Church
Plenty of Pets
The friendly cat in the photo above was found in Millbrook.
If you’re missing her, call the Colchester SPCA at 902-893-7968.
Tidal Times
The tidal bore will be coming in at 11:30 a.m. today.
Community Calendar
TUESDAY, FEB. 19
Film Group
FEB. 19 – First United Church Memorial Hall, at 10 a.m. – Inside Hana’s Suitcase – short discussion to follow; everyone welcome.
Book Reading
FEB. 19 – Foxfyre - A Book Reading in Two Parts by author Sion Irwin-Childs; Part 2: Colchester - East Hants Public Library Truro Branch, Feb. 19. Ina M. Patterson Study, 4-5 p.m. Free.
Annual Meeting
FEB. 19 – Truro Presbyterial UCW annual meeting, St. Andrew’s United Church in Truro. Registration 9:30 to 10 a.m.; bring a bag lunch. Theme: “Looking Into Our Future With Hope.” Guest speakers.
Dance
FEB. 19 – 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.
Taoist Tai Chi
FEB. 19 – 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
Al-Anon
FEB. 19 – 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. 20
Dance
FEB. 20 – Dance in Salmon River Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. Music by Countrified and others; shared lunch.
Al Anon
FEB. 20 – Cobequid Al Anon meets weekly, Wednesday evenings, 7-8 p.m. at Douglas Street Rec Centre.
Card Party
FEB. 20 – Card party at Warwick Mountain Rec Club, 7 p.m.; $3 admission; 50/50, door prize, shared lunch.
Butch’s Jam
FEB. 20 – Butch’s Jam at the Horseman's Club, Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; everyone welcome.
Coffee House
FEB. 20 – Coffee house at Zion United Baptist Church, 454 Prince St., Truro, 1 – 3 p.m.; music featuring Bill Hill and the band; refreshments.
Lead With Your Heart
FEB. 20 - Lead With Your Heart presents a program on ‘Inner Child’ with Darl Wood followed by group discussion at First United’s Memorial Hall, 7 p.m. All are welcome.
