TRURO, N.S. — The early morning was frosty.
It was -3C at 6:30 a.m. and today’s high will be around 12C, with sunshine, and an overnight low of -3.
Tomorrow’s forecast includes a high of 14C, with sun and cloud, and an overnight low of 8C.
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In the News
Holiday-spirited events coming to Truro
Trick-or-treating being offered at Truro Mall
Highway 311 sidewalk construction to continue till late November
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Plenty of Pets
This boy was found near the fire hall in Lower Truro.
His family can call the Colchester SPCA at 902-893-7968 to get him back home.
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Tidal Bore
The tidal bore will be coming in at 1:31 p.m. today
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Community Calendar
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.
