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Lobster Festival Draw – a perfect fundraising opportunity
The 24th Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival will be held June 3-7, 2010. To help offset some of the costs for promoting the Festival, the Lobster Festival Committee will be having 8 draws for a total of 80 pounds of lobster. Tickets will be sold until June 1. The draws will be made at the Sandy Point Recreation Centre on June 3 - each for 10 pounds of fresh, Shelburne County lobster.
The tickets sales provide volunteers in the County with an opportunity to raise money for their own use. Any group that sells tickets can keep half of their sales for their group. Both the Lobster Festival Committee and the community group selling benefit.
Tickets will be available for distribution to groups interested in fundraising from each of the Recreation Offices in Shelburne County.
For more information, contact any Recreation Department Office in Shelburne County.
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The Parks and Recreation Department of the Town of Shelburne and the Parks Department of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne wish to congratulate the following winners of the fourth and final week of draws for the “Take The Roof Off Winter” promotion happening throughout Nova Scotia.
Red Toque Winners: Ryan Burton, Christina Harris, Nancy Goodwin,
Kyra Taylor and Heidi Wagner
.
Cheques for $25.00: Cyndi Matheson, Richard Burton, Annette Davis
and Donna Morash
All participants’ names will be entered into a draw selecting the entry
from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize – a weekend at White Point
Beach Lodge sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
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February 23, 2010
“Our Community – Something for Everyone Committee
meeting ”
Community organizations and Recreation Departments throughout Shelburne County will be teaming up to present “Our Community – Something for Everyone” on April 24, 2010 at Shelburne Regional High School.
The purpose of the day is to provide information on organizations, agencies, programs, activities and events that take place in the various communities that make up Shelburne County. Last year about 40 different booths from throughout the County displayed information and provided an opportunity to make contact with them on a personal basis at the “Our Community” event in Shag Harbour at ERMES. To date more than 20 booths are registered.
“Our Community – Something for Everyone” is held during Volunteer Week,
which is April 18 - 24 in 2010. Musical performances for children
and adults, demonstrations, presentations, games and fun are also being
planned for the day. There will be numerous door prizes provided by exhibitors.
The next meeting to continue planning for 2010 will be held
on Friday March 12 at 10:00am in the Seminar Room at Shelburne Regional
High School.
Representatives of community groups or agencies that may want to take part in planning the day are welcome to attend. Please contact your local Recreation Department, Volunteer Services, or King Street Family Resource for more information.
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February 23, 2010
Lobster Festival Committee meets to continue planning for 2010
The 24th Annual Shelburne County Lobster
Festival will be June 3-6, 2010.
The Shelburne County Lobster Festival Committee
is continuing its planning for the 2010 Festival at a meeting at the Shelburne
Municipal Building 136 Hammond Street on Tuesday March 9 at 6:30pm.
Community groups and organizations that
are planning to host events that will take place during the timeframe of
the Festival are invited top attend to help the Committee coordinate the
overall schedule of events for the Festival.
Work has already begun on preparation of
the Festival brochure. It will contain a complete schedule of events for
the County-wide Festival. Information on events will be included in the
brochure and as a part of other publicity for the Festival at no charge.
The brochure is distributed throughout the County and at other tourism
points in the province prior to the Festival.
This year the Committee is trying to match potential sponsors with events. Businesses that may be interested in sponsoring events can also attend the meeting, or contact their local Recreation Department.
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Winners – Week # 3
The Parks and Recreation Department of the Town of Shelburne and the Parks Department of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne wish to congratulate the following winners of the third week of draws for the “Take The Roof Off Winter” promotion happening throughout Nova Scotia this month.
Red Toque Winners: Darren Lloyd, Bonnie Williams-Lloyd, Tara Perry,
Heidi Wagner and Douglas Hartley.
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Cheques for $25.00: Peggy Ruiz, Steven Davis, Wanda Swansburg
and Christina Harris.
To participate you must be physically active during the week and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (Town 875-3873 or Municipality 875-3544, ext. 225) on Monday of the following week to have your name entered for four weekly draws of nine prizes.
All those that participate will be entered into a draw selecting the entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize – a weekend at White Point Beach Lodge sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
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Winners – Week # 2
The Parks and Recreation Department of the Town of Shelburne and the Parks Department of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne wish to congratulate the following winners of the second week of draws for the “Take The Roof Off Winter” promotion happening throughout Nova Scotia this month.
Red Toque Winners: Charlotte Scott, Sue Renaud, Steven Davis,
Jo-anne Hordal and Donna Morash
Cheques for $25.00: Kady Hartley, Erin Hartley, Terrie Buchanan and
Ryan Burton
To participate you must be physically active during the week and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (Town 875-3873 or Municipality 875-3544, ext. 225) on Monday of the following week to have your name entered for four weekly draws of nine prizes.
All those that participate will be entered into a draw selecting the entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize – a weekend at White Point Beach Lodge sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
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More SRHS Community Use Programs
Winners – Week # 1
The Parks and Recreation Department of the Town of Shelburne and the Parks Department of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne wish to congratulate the following winners of the first week of draws for the “Take The Roof Off Winter” promotion happening throughout Nova Scotia this month.
Red Toque Winners: Isaac DeMolitor, Cyndi Matheson, Rebecca Deinstadt,
Sue Renaud, and Donna Morash.
Cheques for $25.00: Charlotte Scott, Darren Lloyd, Lisa DeMolitor,
and Anita Demings
To participate you must be physically active during the week and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (Town 875-3873 or Municipality 875-3544, ext. 225) on Monday of the following week to have your name entered for four weekly draws of nine prizes.
All those that participate will be entered into a draw selecting the entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize – a weekend at White Point Beach Lodge sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
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Shelburne's 4th Annual Town-Wide Yard & Sidewalk Sale set for June 5
Over 100 retail merchants, restaurants, community organizations and citizens will be participating in the largest yard and sidewalk sale on the southwest shore on Saturday, June 5th from 8am to 2pm! This event will be held rain or shine. As an added feature to the day's activities, the two Shelburne longboats will be in the harbour and the general public is invited to go for a ride or a row in the longboats, free of charge! The Shelburne Farmer's Market will also be open for business that day. Join us as well for the 24th Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival running from 3-6 June.
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RFD
February 9, 2010
... Recreation Facility Development Conference
April 9/10, Liverpool
The Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia (RFANS) in partnership
with the Nova Scotia Department of Health Promotion and Protection is very
pleased to offer an opportunity for those involved in and/or considering
building a new recreation facility to learn more about what it takes to
build and operate a recreation facility.
Being held on April 9/10, 2010 at the Best Western Hotel Conference
Centre in Liverpool, NS, the Conference is designed to increase the knowledge
and awareness of those directly involved in the recreation facility development
process and bring together municipal leaders and facility planners to discuss
a variety of topics.
Come listen, learn and be inspired by leaders in the recreation facility
community who have “been there, done that.”
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New information on Community Foundation of Nova Scotia meeting - February 24.
The meeting will be at: 11:30 am on February 24, 2010
Men’s Meeting Room, Shelburne Community Centre (Fire Hall)
There will be a light lunch.
Please feel free to pass these details on to anyone else you think might
be interested in Allison’s presentation.
Please tell anyone you invite to let Emily Tipton know if they will
be coming so she can make sure we have enough food!
Emily Tipton, P.Eng.
ICSP Planner / Project Coordinator
Municipality of the District of Shelburne
etipton@municipalityofshelburne.ca
(902) 875-3489
Previous information on the meeting
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Lobster Festival Committee meets to continue planning for 2010
The 24th Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival will be June
3-6, 2010. The Shelburne County Lobster Festival Committee is continuing
its planning for the 2010 Festival at a meeting at the Sherose Island Recreation
Centre on Thursday February 18 at 6:30pm.
Community groups and organizations that are planning to host
events that will take place during the timeframe of the Festival are invited
top attend to help the Committee coordinate the overall schedule of events
for the Festival.
Work has already begun on preparation of the Festival brochure.
It will contain a complete schedule of events for the County-wide Festival.
Information on events will be included in the brochure and as a part of
other publicity for the Festival at no charge. The brochure is distributed
throughout the County and at other tourism points in the province prior
to the Festival.
This year the Committee is trying to match potential sponsors with events. Businesses that may be interested in sponsoring events can also attend the meeting, or contact their local Recreation Department.
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More Lobster Festival NEWS
Strong, Healthy & Vibrant Communities - Community
Foundation of Nova Scotia - presentation
Are you interested in ensuring our communities are strong, vital, resourceful and resilient? Are you interested in learning more about how we can nurture and build on our community’s strengths and assets? Are you interested in developing local leadership, investing in sustainability, championing justice or mobilizing civic participation and resources?
Allison Kouzovnikov, the Executive Director of the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS) is coming to Shelburne on February 24, 2010.
She would like to meet with local charities, community groups and community leaders to tell us a bit more about the CFNS, what it does and how it can help charities and non-profit organizations. She would also like to provide our community leaders with some information about the services they provide for charitable endowment funds for non-profits, and the benefits of establishing a dedicated charitable endowment fund to serve local community projects in our area.
If you are interested in meeting with Allison and learning more about the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia and how it can support organizations in the Shelburne area, please let me know.
Please indicate the best time of day for you to meet on February 24 as well – we can do a breakfast or a lunch, or a meeting at some point during the day. All are welcome, please pass on to anyone you think may be interested.
More information on the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia can be found below. You can also visit their web site at www.cfns.ca.
Emily Tipton, P.Eng.
ICSP Planner / Project Coordinator
Municipality of the District of Shelburne
etipton@municipalityofshelburne.ca
(902) 875-3489
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia is a public foundation established by and for the people of Nova Scotia.
The Community Foundation of Nova Scotia is an emerging community foundation. We are a member of Community Foundations of Canada, which represents a network of 160+ community foundations nationally, and who together hold close to $3 Billion in assets. In 2007, community foundations distributed over $175 Million to communities across Canada.
We engage in three core activities:
we establish and maintain endowment funds to support registered charities
and other eligible recipients;
we engage in strategic grant-making; and
we provide leadership with respect to a broad range of community issues,
connecting people who care with causes that matter.
As an independent charitable organization, we are limited only by the will and imagination of our donors. We believe in the power of individuals and organizations working together to effect positive change in our communities. We encourage projects which promote self-sufficiency and long term sustainability but we’re not afraid to experiment either. We recognize that innovation, creativity and entrepreneurialism are key contributors to success, especially in our Atlantic Canadian environment. We actively seek projects which have the potential for high impact, no matter how big or small they may be.
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click on the icon for more information
For release February 2, 2010
“Our Community – Something for Everyone”
Community organizations and Recreation Departments throughout Shelburne County will be teaming up to present “Our Community – Something for Everyone” on April 24, 2010 at Shelburne Regional High School.
The purpose of the day is to provide information on organizations, agencies, programs, activities and events that take place in the various communities that make up Shelburne County. Last year about 40 different booths from throughout the County displayed information and provided an opportunity to make contact with them on a personal basis at the “Our Community” event in Shag Harbour at ERMES.
“Our Community – Something for Everyone” is held during Volunteer Week,
which is April 18 - 24 in 2010. Musical performances for children
and adults, demonstrations, presentations, games and fun are also being
planned for the day. There will be numerous door prizes provided by exhibitors.
The next meeting to begin planning for 2010 will be held on
Friday February 12 at 11:00am at the Sherose Island Recreation Centre,
Barrington.
Representatives of community groups or agencies that may want to take part in planning the day are welcome to attend. Please contact your local Recreation Department, Volunteer Services, or King Street Family Resource for more information.
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for more information
Jerry Locke
875 3873
tnshelb@auracom.com
January 28., 2010
YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN A FOCUS GROUP TO PROVIDE INPUT TO:
The Shelburne County Recreation Society’s
AQUATIC NEEDS ANALYSIS STUDY
The Shelburne County Recreation Society is currently assessing the community’s interest in and support for an indoor aquatic facility. We will be conducting a telephone survey of residents in the next few weeks as well as a series of focus groups that will help us to explore this issue. The focus groups will meet as following:
Shelburne Fire Hall
Monday February 15, 2010 7:00-8:00
Barrington Recreation Center (Sherose Island) Tuesday February
16, 2010 7:00-8:00
Lockeport Rec Center Wednesday February
17, 2010 7:00-8:00
Each focus group will be approximately one hour. People will be divided into the following groups; seniors, teens, parents with young children, local businesses and a general group of interested community members. Everyone is welcome!
This is an important study for our community and your opinions and thoughts will help us to assess whether this is a project we should pursue in Shelburne County. Please feel free to forward this information on to anyone you think would like to attend.
Should you have any questions regarding the study or this process, please do not hesitate to contact Cathy Holmes at 875-4197 or Teresa Huskilson at 875-2950.
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Lobster Festival Committee preparing information for 2010 brochure
The 24th Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival will be June 3-6, 2010.
The Shelburne County Lobster Festival Committee is beginning to
assemble information for its 2010 program brochure. The brochure will contain
a complete schedule of events for the County-wide festival.
Community groups and organizations that are planning to host events
that will take place during the timeframe of the Festival can have information
on their event included in the brochure and as a part of other publicity
for the Festival at no charge.
Members of the Festival Committee will be selling ads to local businesses
to help offset the cost of printing the brochure. The brochure is distributed
throughout the County and at other tourism points in the province prior
to the Festival.
If your group has an event that could be included as part of the Festival
brochure, or if your business is interested in sponsoring an event during
the Festival please contact your local Recreation Department
The deadline for including events in the brochure is March 31, 2010.
Other publicity and information deadlines will follow.
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Consultation Session on Youth, Feb. 2
What would it take to make Shelburne County children and youth healthy, safe, nurtured, and responsible - and given the right opportunities to be the best they can be? On February 2, that is the question YOU can help answer.
The Tri-County Child and Youth Action Committee (CAYAC) is a group of local managers or designates from the Nova Scotia provincial government departments of Health, Justice, Health Promotion and Protection, Education and Community Services. It is also comprised of managers or designates of local school boards and service providers as well as community-based organizations and youth. It is one initiative resulting from a much larger, province-wide strategy for children and youth.
CAYAC's vision is that children and youth are healthy, safe, and nurtured, and responsible - and given the right opportunities to be the best they can be.
Over the next month, CAYAC – in partnership with the Acadia Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship – will be facilitating community consultations in Shelburne, Digby, and Yarmouth Counties. The purpose of these consultations will be to gather opinions about how we can take action to improve the lives of our children, families, and youth.
LOCATION: Sherose Island Recreation Centre, Barrington Passage February 2, 2-4pm (storm date is February 3)
RSVP: email Joel.Stoddart@acadiau.ca, phone toll free 1.866.654.4499, text your name and phone number to 902.698.1736.
To join the discussion on Facebook, visit www.acsbe.com/cayac
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Nova Scotia Fitness Association Fitness Course offered
in Liverpool beginning January 22, 2009.
Course include:
Fitness Theory (FT)
Group Fitness Leadership (GFL)
Resistance Trainer Leadership (RTL)
more information and registration form
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January 12, 2010
Physical Activity Challenge 2010
4 Weeks from January 31 to February 27
For the 6th consecutive year, The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department have joined forces to provide an opportunity for people to participate locally in a physically active 4 week challenge during the month of February. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this year’s four week Physical Activity Challenge for fun and prizes.
It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.
You must be physically active during each of the 4 weeks and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call or email either Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on Monday of the next week to have your name entered for nine weekly draws on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws of $25.00 cash.
All those that call will be entered in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate the greater your chances to win and have fun being physically active.
More
information and record sheets are available from the Town or Municipal
Recreation Departments at their offices or it can be viewed and downloaded
from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca
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December 15, 2009
Recreation Nova Scotia and partners are gearing up to launch Take the Roof Off Winter 2009-2010. Information materials, order forms, packages, sign up sheets, etc. are going out next week.
**New** this year .... Heart and Stroke Walkabout are joining TTROW, and Active Safe Routes to Schools to expand the Winter Walk Day program out into the business community. Another great "New" this year is the inclusion of families as a campaign supporter category.
A formal media event/ launch is scheduled for early January - stay tuned
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Lucky Duck Lotto is here again!!
For the 31st consecutive year, Recreation Nova Scotia is pleased to present "Lucky Duck Lotto " - an easy, trouble-free ticket sales fundraising program to help schools, community clubs, and other non-profit groups and organizations raise monies for their programs and activities. Tick...ets are $1.00 each; 70 cents of every $1.00 ticket sold remains with the ticket sellers. If your group is interested in participating, please contact our office at 425-1128 or visit our website: http://www.recreationns.ns.ca/luckyduck
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November 12, 2009
Public Health recruiting volunteers
Public Health is looking for volunteers to help with local H1N1 Immunization
Clinics.
They are looking for volunteers for the roles of Greeter and Clinic
Flow. Public Health staff at clincs will help guide the volunteers.
For more information -- Anne Vickery 742 3542 ext 575
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Keep It Moving Day success thanks to participants, target group identified for physical activity strategy
With over 1400 taking part in the second annual Keep It Moving Day it was once again a big success. Individuals, families, groups, schools and a number of businesses all participated in a variety of activities. Their involvement is what made this event so successful and it is greatly appreciated. It not only shows support for the initiative but also for the community.
This year there were a number of incentives to get people involved including prizes. The Early Bird Registration Incentive offered participants the chance to be entered into draws for free Keep It Moving t-shirts. Over sixty registrations made the deadline and t-shirts were given to twenty-five lucky winners.
There was also three prize draws for all general registrations. The Arcon family won a $100 gift certificate toward a pair of sneakers at Gosbee’s Sporting Goods. Shawna Stuart won a $50 Gift Certificate towards the registration fee of a fitness program and Paulette MacDonald received a Keep It Moving Gear Kit.
Keep It Moving Day is an initiative of the Physical Activity Strategy for the Town and Municipality of Shelburne. The main goal of the strategy is to get more people regularly physically active. To focus our efforts in the next phase of the strategy we have identified a single target group: Baby Boomers aged 45-65. The first step will be to gather some baseline information from the group which will be done with a short survey. We are currently seeking individuals to help gather interest and distribute surveys. Anyone interested with helping please contact Adam Dedrick, Physical Activity & Community School Coordinator at 875-2831 or adedrick@staff.ednet.ns.ca.
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Parks and Recreation Department Launces social media sites to improve information distribution
Now you can keep up to date with news and information with the Parks and Recreation Department by using Facebook and Twitter!
Find us on Facebook by searching Parks and Recreation Department.
Follow us on Twitter through www.twitter.com/parksandrecdept.
All the information we send out through our "Community Groups and Volunteers" emails will be posted on these two locations as well.
Check them out, tell your friends.
The more contacts we make, the more information gets to the community
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KEEP IT MOVING DAY 2009
KEEP IT MOVING DAY is back! After the success of last year – over 1200
participants – we are aiming to get even more to take part by making this
year’s event bigger and better.
KEEP IT MOVING DAY is a community wide, day long event to get as many
people as possible physically active. It will take place on Wednesday,
October 21st and the ultimate goal is to have people from all parts of
the Shelburne area (Town and Municipality) participating in physical activities
throughout the day. Everyone is encouraged to take part – individuals,
families, volunteer groups, schools, organizations, businesses, etc. All
you have to do is be physically active for 30 minutes.
You can participate in several ways. Plan an activity on your own like
going for a bike ride or walking with a friend, attend an organized function
like a fitness class or sports program or take the initiative and organize
an activity in your community or workplace. The activity, location, time
and who you do it with are all up to you. And you don’t have to do 30 minutes
all at once. You can break it up into three ten minute intervals throughout
the day. It’s whatever works for you.
To make your participation official make sure to register. You can
register as an individual, family, business, organization, group of friends
or whatever you please. You can register by fax, phone or email and Registration
Forms are available in the brochures (currently in stores) and from these
websites: www.auracom.com/tnshelb and www.municipalityofshelburne.ca.
To enhance this year’s experience we are offering a few incentives:
organized activities such as community walks and free curling; Early Bird
Registration draws for free t-shirts and chances to win great prizes like
a free pair of sneakers.
Taking part in KEEP IT MOVING DAY is not just about physical activity.
It’s also about spending time with family, friends and co-workers, community
pride and having fun.
So plan an activity, get others involved and join the rest of the community
in making this an even more successful and memorable KEEP IT MOVING DAY.
For more information contact Adam Dedrick, Physical Activity & Community
School Coordinator by phone: 875-2831 or email: adedrick@staff.ednet.ns.ca.
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Shelburne County 55+ Games – “FUN, FITNESS, and FRIENDS”
Shelburne County residents in the 55+ age category are invited to participate in sociable competition with old and new friends.
The fun kicks off on Saturday September 19th at 10:00am – 2:00pm at the Islands Provincial Park just outside the Town of Shelburne with a FREE barbecue and games – just a taste of what September 29 – October 3 has to offer. Auction 45’s, Crib, Geo Caching, Nordic Walking, Bowling, Golf, Yoga, Horseshoes, Seniors Dance/55+ Games Idol, Hockey, Curling, Volleyball, and much more will be held throughout the County finishing off with an Awards Banquet and Entertainment on October 3rd at the Shelburne Legion.
Register with or get information from your local Shelburne County Recreation Departments and Volunteer Services on or before September 19th at the FREE Islands Park Picnic. The registration fee of $5.00 for the Games has remained the same since they started 22 years ago!
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Terry Fox Run in Shelburne September 13
The Terry Fox Run will be held in Shelburne on Sunday September 13. The Shelburne Run will begin at 1:30pm, starting at the Shelburne Community Centre. The Run will be held on the trail and will go from the Community Centre parking lot to the Islands Park and return.
Participants can run, walk, bike, or use any other non-motorized form of transportation on the trail. Registration for the Run will begin at 1:15pm on site. Participants can make donations at registration, or can get pledge sheets and collect sponsors. Local banks will accept completed pledge sheets after the Run. All participants at the Shelburne Run will be eligible for a draw for a Terry Fox Run T-shirt
Pledge sheets are available at both the Town of Shelburne and Municipality of Shelburne offices, at their respective Recreation Departments.
More information on the Terry Fox Run, downloadable pledge sheets and online donations can be made at www.terryfox.org
For more information on the Terry Fox Run in Shelburne phone 875 3873
or 875 3544 ext. 225.
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Tennis and Horseshoe Tournaments Results
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department held its second tennis and horseshoe tournament of the summer on August 15th. The weather was bright and sunny and many players showed up eager to play in both tournaments. In tennis action, ten competitors competed. Eight men were competing for the men's single trophy, while 2 women competed for the women's singles trophy. In men's play Trevor Spencer took first place, while Andrew Blades took second place. There were some close matches all day long. In women's singles play, Laura Mailman defeated Laura Keeler in a best 2 out of 3. In horseshoe action, the competition was fierce between 4 teams. In the end, Paul Chetwynd and Richard Davis won the first place trophies, while Seldon Bruce and Ernie Thorburne finished second overall. In the end everyone had a good time. Congratulations and thanks to all participants.
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July 27, 2009
Seeking Program Instructors
SRHS Community Use is seeking instructors for the fall and winter recreation programs. Community Use tries to offer a variety of programs that cover numerous areas including arts/culture, sports/physical activity, wellness/lifelong learning and special interest. People within the community who have skills or talents that are willing to lend their time and energy are what make programs possible. Program instructors are compensated for their services or they can choose to offer them voluntarily. Examples of past programs lead by community members include yoga, children’s dance classes, winemaking workshop, water color art classes, fly tying, woodworking and more. If you or someone you know is interested in leading a program or workshop please contact Adam Dedrick, Physical Activity & Community School Coordinator by phone at 875-2831 or email at adedrick@staff.ednet.ns.ca.
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July 23rd, 2009
Upcoming Summer Events
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is offering a lot of programs in the upcoming weeks. There will be events such as Kid’s Day Out, a Dog Show, and a Horseshoe and Tennis Tournament. Keep checking out our Website for these events and information: www.auracom.com/tnshelb
Kid’s Day Out – Water Theme
This event will be held on Tuesday July 28th at Islands Park. It is for
kids aged 6-12. The time of this event will be 1-3pm. We will be playing
many games that involve water so make sure to bring a change of clothes.
Come out and join a fun filled, soaking wet afternoon.
Kid’s Dog Show
Can your dog do awesome tricks that no other dog can? Is your dog so funny that people can’t stop laughing when it is around? Does your dog have the shortest or longest tail you’ve ever seen? If you answered yes to any of these, your dog belongs in the Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Annual Dog Show. The Dog Show is on Wednesday August 5th, at 6:30pm at the Atlantic House Park.
There
will be many categories including: longest tail, shortest tail, longest
tongue, best trick and many more. You may enter your dog in as many categories
as you would like! Prizes will be awarded to both children and their dogs.
Kid’s Day Out – Whirligig
Come
out and make a crazy clothespin fly whirligig. On August 5th, at 1 – 3pm
at the Community Center, the Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department
will be making this crazy craft. Children aged 5-12 are encouraged to attend.
Horseshoe and Tennis Tournaments
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department are having their
Annual August Tennis and Horseshoe tournaments. These tournaments will
take place on August 15th, and not the 8th as previously stated in the
fun guide. Be sure to come out and have lots of fun!
For more information or to register for any of these programs, contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation Department at 875-3873.
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July 20th, 2009
Loyalist Five Mile Road Race Results
The Town of Shelburne Parks
and Recreation Department held its 29th Annual Loyalist Five Mile Road
Race on Sunday July 19th, as part of this year's Founders' Days celebration.
It was a beautiful day for this race.
The race began at the corner of Ann and Water Street
at 9:30am. The racers moved through town, around the Island's Park loop,
and finished on Dock Street across the Fishermen's Memorial.
This was one, if not the biggest race that the Town
of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department has held. We had 30 racers
show up, and were very eager to race. Paul Gallant won 1st place trophies
for the Male Open and Male Masters divisions with a time of 31 minutes
and 53 seconds. Gordon Hodder won 2nd place trophies for the Male Open
and Male Masters divisions with a time of 32 minutes and 52 seconds. The
3rd place trophies in the Male Open and Male Masters divisions went to
Paul Chetwynd with a time of 35 minutes and 19 seconds. In the Female Open
division, Susan Carbyn won 1st place with a time of 34 minutes and 28 seconds.
Andrea Dedrick won 2nd place with a time of 45 minutes and 42 seconds,
and 3rd place went to Marion Oickle with a time of 47 minutes and 20 seconds.
In the Female Masters division, Susan Carbyn finished 1st with a time of
the 34 minutes and 28 seconds. Peggy Ruiz finished 2nd with a time of 49
minutes and 15 seconds, and 3rd place went to Joan Locke with a time of
50 minutes and 49 seconds.
In the Male Golden Masters division, Rick Chataway
won 1st place with a time of 40 minutes and 32 seconds, 2nd place went
to David Oickle with a time of 47 minutes and 55 seconds, and 3rd place
went to Mike Jessome with a time of 53 minutes and 12 seconds. In the Female
Golden Masters division, Marion Oickle finished 1st with a time of 47 minutes
and 20 seconds, and 2nd place went to Helen Goulden with a time of 103
minutes and 10 seconds. In the Junior Female division, Katie Peacock finished
1st with a time of 48 minutes and 43 seconds, and Chelsea Goulden finished
2nd with a time of 105 minutes and 26 seconds.
Congratulations to all the winners, and all the
racers! A special thanks to all the runners for coming out, the Shelburne
Volunteer Fire Department for providing a safety vehicle, and the Shelburne
RCMP for the lead in the race, and the Legion for washroom facilities.
For pictures from race day or a complete list of racers and times, see
our website at www.auracom.com/tnshelb
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July 10 2009
Kid's Creations
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is putting on an event called Kid's Creations which will be held on Tuesday July 21st from 1-3pm at the Community Centre. This program is for kids aged 4-11. We will be making kites, so hopefully there is some wind so we can try them out! For more information or to register contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation Office by phone at 875-3873 or email, tnshelb@auracom.com
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Soapbox Derby Results
On
Saturday July 4th, the Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department
held its 10th Annual Soapbox Derby. Even with the weather being a little
touch and go, people showed up to participate and cheer on the races.
Only 3 kids registered so we had a round robin, with the first place winner
receiving a by into the finals. The other two races would face off to see
how would race in the finals. Five trophies were given out in the junior
division. Third place went to Spencer Enslow, 2nd place went to Michael
Jacklyn, and first place, most innovative design and highest speed of 35km/hour
was Jacob Spears.
After some persuasion from the crowd, three people decided to race in the
finals. Jeremy Shand took on Lionel Enslow, with Jeremy being the winner.
Jeremy faced off against Cindy Spears for the trophy. This race came down
to the wire, with Cindy edging Jeremy out at the last minute. Cindy was
given the first place trophy.
Thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 63 for sponsoring the event,
and to all that participated. For pictures from this year’s race, go to
our Website at www.auracom.com/tnshelb in the scrapbook. It is never to
early to start building your car for next year!!
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Games Day on Dock Street
This is a new event sponsored by the Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department. This event is held every other Thursday from July 9th to August 20th. These events/games are planned for adults. These will include bocce, hillbilly golf, chess, checkers, and washers. Bring some friends and come out and enjoy! For more information or to pre-register contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation Office at 875-3873.
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Soapbox Derby - get building!
The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department will be holding its 10th
Annual Soapbox Derby Race on Saturday July 4th, at 10am on Bulkley Street.
This would be a great time to start building your own car!
There will be both junior and senior divisions.
In the junior division, ages 7-16, participants must wear a helmet, they
must help to build their own car with wheels no bigger than 20 cm in diameter,
no ball bearings allowed and there should be some form of brakes. The senior
division is unlimited, however it is still required that the participants
wear their helmets and have some form of brakes.
There is no entry fee and trophies will be awarded
to the winners of the races, as well as the winners of the "most innovative
design" and "highest speed" categories in each division. Participants much
be registered by Friday July 3rd.
This is also a great chance for a non-profit organization
to have a BBQ! The event usually brings a fair amount of people, so this
would be a great way to raise some money. For an non-profit groups interested,
more information or to register, call Patricia at the Parks and Recreation
Office at 875-3873.
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June 19, 2009
Nature Day
On June 27th, the Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department will be having an event to kick off the summer! This event will be starting at the Community Center at 1pm. From there we will be walking along the trail to Islands Park. During this walk we will be using GPS to find items in a scavenger hunt. Once arriving at the Park there will be tons of games such as relay races, games with water balloons, and parachute games! It's going to be lots of fun! The day will end at 4pm, with kids being picked up at the Islands Park. So kids, come on out for a fun day in the park with the Parks and Recreation Department's Summer Staff! This event is for children aged 7-12! For more information or to register, contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation Office at 875-3873!
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June 12, 2009
Little Tots Soccer
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is offering its Little Tots Soccer program again this year! The ages for this program are 2 ½ to children that have not attended school as of yet. It will begin on June 30th at 6-7pm and will be running every Tuesday night for 7 weeks. It will be held at the High School Soccer Field. Parental supervision is required in cooperation with the volunteer program coordinator. Sign up your Tot today!
For more information or to pre-register, contact Patricia at the Parks
and Recreation Office by phone, 875-3873, or by e-mail, tnshelb@auracom.com.
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The Shelburne County Lobster
Festival's "Lobster Lotto" draw winners are: Sue Balkam, Carl Smith, Eliza
Hyde, Cindy Spears, M. Dresser, Margaret Walker, Enid Roehmer and Anna
Chetwynd. Each of the winners received 10 pounds of Shelburne County Lobsters
for their eating pleasure. The draw was held at the opening ceremonies
for the Shelburne County Lobster Festival, on June 4, in Barrington.
Ticket sales for the 8 draws of 10 pounds each raised
$1,905.00 in the County. The proceeds from ticket sales are split between
the community groups selling tickets and the Lobster Festival Committee.
A special "Thank You" to the fishermen, buyers and others that donated
the lobsters.
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Tennis and Horseshoe Tournaments Results
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department held its first tennis and horseshoe tournaments of the summer on June 6th during the 23rd Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival. The weather was kind of damp, but players still turned out eager to play. In tennis action, five competitors competed for the men’s singles trophy. The final round came down to Trevor Spencer and Andrew Blades. Trevor defeated Andrew 10-3. In horseshoe action, the competition was fierce between 5 teams. In the end, a best 2 out of 3 was held to determine the winner. Paul Chetwynd and Richard Davis defeated Bobby Butler and Ernie Thorburne. Congratulations to all participants.
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Tai Chi classes planned
The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department will be offering Tai Chi classes starting Tuesday June 16th and running until August 6th. These classes will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Guild Hall. These classes are taught by Deborah Branton and they are for people ages 18 and older. There is no charge for these classes. For more information contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation office by phone at 875-3873, or by email tnshelb.auracom.com.
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Lobsterfest Horseshoe Tournament
On Saturday, June 6th, the Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department will be holding its annual Lobster Fest Horseshoe Tournament. The tournament will be held at Roger Grovestine Recreation Complex beginning at 10am. It is $10/team. Please bring your own horseshoes! For more information or to pre-register contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation Office by phone, 875-3873, by fax 875-3932, or by email at tnshelb@auracom.com
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for more
information
Lobsterfest Tennis Tournament
The
Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is holding its annual Lobster
Fest Tennis Tournament on Saturday June 6th at 9am. There will be both
men’s and women’s singles, doubles and mixed doubles, depending on the
turnout. It will be held at the Roger Grovestine Recreation Complex. The
registration fee will be $5/person and $10/team.
For more information or to pre-register, contact Patricia at the Parks
and Recreation Office by phone 875-3873, by fax 875-3932, or by email tnshelb@auracom.com.
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May 19, 2009
Little Tots Soccer Volunteer
The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is looking for a volunteer Program Coordinator for “Little Tots Soccer” in order to offer the program this summer. This program is for pre-school aged children.
We would like for this program to begin in early June and run through until August, given the commitment of the volunteer. Parental supervision will be mandatory along with the volunteer coordinating the program. Other assistant coaches are welcome.
If you are interested, please contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation
office by phone 875-3873, fax 875-3932, or email tnshelb@auracom.com
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May 13, 2009
Summer Fun Guide in the works
The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is beginning to collect
information for this year’s Summer Fun Guide, which will be available the
first week of June.
If you have any information or events that you would like included,
contact Patricia at the Parks and Recreation Office by phone, 875-3873,
by fax, 875-3932, by email, tnshelb@auracom.com.
Deadline for submission is May 25th
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Sable River Country Market is Ready to roll!
Sable River Country Market
Every Sat 9am-noon
May 23 to October 17
at both the Irving and the ESSO (nr. Km marker 117) hwy 103 Sable
River
Plants, fruits, vegetables, crafts, collectables.
Fish and meat when available.
Two Markets in One:
Emphasis on local produce/ homemade items at ESSO
Emphasis on Collectables and Variety Items at Irving
Vendors Welcome Community Fund Raising
Groups Welcome
For info call Cindy at 656-2793 or Alice at 874-1858
Residents of Sable River are getting ready for vendors and customers. We’re eager to start a market here in this beautiful little village. Enthusiasm is high among all the vendors and small businesses contacted so far and we welcome more. This initiative grew out of one of the goals of the Shelburne County Women’s Fishnet. The entire county picked up on the idea and local volunteers and supporters have been helping with setup tasks. Banners are being made, signs painted and seedlings planted; knitting needles and tatting shuttles are clicking away.
We noticed that the majority of markets emphasized garden produce so we jumped into the market business wanting to highlight fish as well as garden goodies. Our decision to welcome all vendors led us to select two sites, thereby supporting two local garages. Everyone is Happy!
The community would love to see its singers and songwriters join us to promote their music and increase their contacts. The market welcomes small businesses, which are off the main drag, and invites them to come join us to display their products and advertise the location of their business.
Each location has plenty space for vendors and for customer parking.
This is an outdoor market but we already have a dream plan for building
kiosks and benches. We are opened every Saturday from 9-noon: on sunny
days we expect a crowd – on rainy days, hearty souls!
Vendors will not have to pay a fee in 2009 but they will have to bring
their own table and tidy up after themselves.
If anyone needs information about permits or licenses contact Cindy 656-2793 or Alice 874-1858
Now for the Specials: Free Specials, always available nearby: Tigney walking trail, suspension bridge, Lockeport Beach, Louis Head Beach, Johnson’s Pond Beach, Sable River Picnic Park, Sandy Point Lighthouse, Hayden Road Trail.
Sable River Country Market is a community partner: we will advertise your local product or your market at our sites. Call Us!
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April 15, 2009
Kids Fair Play FUNd needs Fundraising Committee
The Shelburne County Kids Fair Play FUNd needs to re-establish a Fundraising Committee to help meet the increased demand for the program.
Since it was established in 1998, the Shelburne County Kids Fair Play FUNd has assisted many children in the County. The fund was established as a result of discussions initiated by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne, with other municipal units in the County. As a result of their cooperative efforts, the program was developed and began receiving applications for funding.
The number of applications for funding has grown steadily since then. In the last fiscal year, 96 children were assisted with funds to participate in a wide variety of sport, recreation and cultural activities. These children have been given opportunities to participate that would otherwise have been lost. The activities have been wide and varied, reflecting the individual interests and needs of each child. Applications have been received from all corners of the County. Children have ranged in age from pre-school to just under 19 – the maximum. Last year the total cost of allocations through the FUNd was just over $15,000.00.
The Kids Fair Play FUNd relies on a number of sources of funding. A startup grant was received from the Department of Health Promotion and Protection. Each municipal unit in the County contributes annually to the FUNd. Donations are received from individuals and groups in a number of ways. The Committee also works closely with funding programs such as Sport Nova Scotia’s Kidsport and the Canadian Tire Jumpstart program, to allow for maximum participation.
In the past, a Fundraising Committee conducted events such as an annual golf tournament at the River Hills Golf and Country Club, sold tickets on various items and held other activities to supplement the other sources of funding The Fundraising Committee has not been active for a couple of years and its absence is now being felt. With an increasing number of applications, the FUNd’s resources have been declining and need to be bolstered.
The Kids Fair Play FUND is looking to reestablish its Fundraising Committee to meet this need. New members for the Committee and fresh ideas for fundraising are being sought. A meeting has been set for Tuesday May 12 at 6:30pm in the Ladies Auxiliary Room at the Community Centre in Shelburne. People who are unable to attend that meeting are asked to contact their local Recreation Department if they are interested in helping the FUNd. Help make a difference in a Shelburne County child’s life.
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March 23, 2009
Lobster Festival Brochure preparations underway for 2009
The Shelburne County Lobster Festival Committee is to gathering
information for its 2009 program brochure. The brochure will contain a
complete schedule of events for the County-wide festival, to be held June
4-7.
Community groups and organizations that are planning to host events
that will take place during the timeframe of the Festival can have information
on their event included in the brochure and as a part of other publicity
for the Festival at no charge.
Members of the Festival Committee are selling ads to local businesses
to help offset the cost of printing the brochure. The brochure is distributed
throughout the County and at other tourism points in the province prior
to the Festival.
To include your event as part of the Festival brochure, please contact
your local Recreation Department. The deadline for including events in
the brochure is March 31, 2009.
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March 23, 2009
Applications for Student Summer Employment
Applications for student summer employment with the Parks and Recreation Department will be received until 4:30pm on Friday April 17, 2009.
Application forms, job descriptions and other information can be obtained by contacting the Shelburne Parks and Recreation Office, 168 Water St., 2nd floor. Phone 875 3873.
Application forms are also available at the Town Office, and the Human Resource Centre, 218 Water St. These forms can also be downloaded from the Town’s website www.auracom.com/tnshelb - use the Parks and Recreation Department link. Applications already on file for this year do not need to be re-submitted. Applications and/or resumes may be submitted by mail, fax, email, or delivered by hand.
All positions may be subject to funding approvals from various agencies.
Hiring for all positions is conditional on completion of Consent for
Disclosure of Criminal Record Information, a Child Abuse Register – Request
for Search, and a Drivers License Client Record Abstract.
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Take the Roof Off Winter Family Getaway winner
The winner of the Take the Roof off Winter draw for a family getaway
to beautiful White Point Beach Resort is Anna Chisholm of Port Maitland,
Yarmouth County.
Anna receives a family getaway package including 2 nights, meals, and
baby sitting services.
The draw was organized by South Shore Active Communities as part of the Take the Roof off Winter Physical Activity Challenge for the month of February.
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Take the Roof Off Winter - winners for week 4
The Parks and Recreation Department of the Town of Shelburne and the Recreation and Parks Department of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne wish to congratulate the following winners of the fourth week of draws for the “Take The Roof Off Winter” promotion happening throughout Nova Scotia this month.
Red Toque Winners: Karen Acker, Lucille Morton, Angie Shand, David
DeMolitor & David Wile
Cheque for $25.00: Zander Shand, Anita DeMings, Daniel Race &
Dale Stewart
Keep It Moving Toque: Ken Morton
To participate you must be physically active during the week and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (Town 875-3873 or Municipality 875-3544, ext. 225) on Monday of the following week to have your name entered for ten weekly draws.
All those that participate will be entered into a draw selecting the entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize – a weekend at White Point Beach Lodge sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
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Take the Roof Off Winter - winners for week 3
Congratulations to the winners participating in the third week of the four week Physical Activity Challenge sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department and The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department . It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.
Red Toque winners: Donna Morash; Daniel Race; Isaac deMolitor; Peggy Ruiz; Charlotte Scott
Cheque for $25.00 winners: Hannah Scott; Lisa deMolitor; Ken Morton; Penny Smith
Keep IT Moving Toque: Kirk Cox
You must be physically active during the week and
write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either
Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on the Monday of
the next week to have your name entered for ten weekly draws on Tuesdays.
More information and record sheets are available
from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it
can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb
or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca
All those that call or email in will be entered
in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize
- a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active
Communities.
Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The
more you participate the greater your chances to win and have fun being
physically active.
Be Physically Active – “Keep IT Moving”
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Take the Roof Off Winter - winners for week 2
The Parks and Recreation Department of the Town of Shelburne and the Parks Department of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne wish to congratulate the following winners of the second week of draws for the “Take The Roof Off Winter” promotion happening throughout Nova Scotia this month.
Red Toque Winners: Lisa DeMolitor, Lucille
Morton, Ken Morton, Lauren Robinson and Daniel Race
Cheque for $25.00: Donna Morash, Mia Huskilson,
Gina Goodick and Rachel DeMolitor
Keep It Moving Toque: Anita Demings
To participate you must be physically active during the week and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (Town 875-3873 or Municipality 875-3544, ext. 225) on Monday of the following week to have your name entered for ten weekly draws.
All those that participate will be entered into a draw selecting the entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize – a weekend at White Point Beach Lodge sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
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February 11, 2009
Town of Shelburne, Planning for the Future
What kind of place do we want the Town of Shelburne to be in 10 or 25 years?
This is the question that our community will be working to answer over the next six months.
The Town of Shelburne will be inviting community members into conversations that will range from what they value most about Shelburne, to the challenges they believe the Town needs to address in order to ensure a healthy future. Notices for these conversations will be advertised. The result of this work will be a strategic plan for the Town which will help align community efforts and investments with our citizens’ ideas about what Shelburne intends to be in the mid to long term. The Plan will address the Town’s future financial health, social and cultural well-being, and how to benefit from our natural resources while also improving upon our stewardship of the environment. The Town of Shelburne has engaged the services of Stantec (formerly Jacques Whitford) to assist with this consultation and planning process. Questions and comments can be directed to the Town of Shelburne’s Town Hall, ph 875-2991, email shelburnetown@ns.aliantzinc.ca
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Logo Contest
WHAT DOES SUSTAINABILITY LOOK LIKE TO YOU?
TOWN OF SHELBURNE LOGO CONTEST
We want you to create a logo to be used on all correspondence relating to the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan being developed by the Town of Shelburne.
The Integrated Community Sustainability Plan will address the Town’s future financial health, social and cultural well-being, as well as focusing on how to benefit from our natural resources while improving upon our stewardship of the environment.
• The logo contest will be open to all residents within the Town of
Shelburne.
• Logo must be:
- on a 81/2” x11”
- Simple and clear
- Effective in colour or black & white
- Able to be used in various sizes and formats
- Must include a written description of the logo and how it reflects
sustainability for the Town of Shelburne
- Original work only
• DEADLINE: Friday, February 27th, at 4:00pm
• A separate piece of paper should be included in the envelope with
your name, address and phone number.
• The winning logo design will become the property of the Town of Shelburne
who reserves the right to make alterations and/or to use the winning logo
in part or in whole. We may also choose components of separate logos.
• The creator(s) of the winning logo will receive full recognition
and a small prize.
• Send Entries To: Rhonda Henneberry, Deputy Clerk, Town of Shelburne,
168 Water Street, P.O. Box 670, Shelburne, NS B0T 1W0, shelburnetown@ns.aliantzinc.ca
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February 10, 2009
Take the Roof off Winter - Winners for week 1
Congratulations to the winners participating in the first week of the four week Physical Activity Challenge sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department and The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department . It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.
Red Toque winners: Leon Goulden; Karen Acker; Liam Haliburton; Ann Robertson; Lisa Haliburton
Cheque for $25.00 winners: Mary Scott; Claire Haliburton; Lisa deMolitor; Mia Huskilson
Keep IT Moving Toque: Isaac de Molitor
You must be physically active during the week and
write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either
Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on the Monday of
the next week to have your name entered for ten weekly draws on Tuesdays.
More information and record sheets are available
from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it
can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb
or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca
All those that call or email in will be entered
in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize
- a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active
Communities.
Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate the greater your chances to win and have fun being physically active.
Be Physically Active – “Keep IT Moving”
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“Our Community – Something for Everyone”
Plans are well underway for “Our Community – Something for Everyone
on April 25, 2009.
This year’s event will be held at Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary
School in Shag Harbour.
Our Community is sponsored by the Women’s Fishnet, South West Shore
Volunteer Services, Children’s Wellness Day Committee and Shelburne County
Recreation Departments.
The purpose of the day is to provide information on organizations, agencies, programs, activities and events that take place in the various communities that make up Shelburne County. A number of booths and activities have already been booked. The Shelburne Longboat Society will have one of their boats on display outside the school. Musical performances for children and adults, demonstrations, presentations, games and fun are being planned. There will be numerous door prizes provided by exhibitors.
Our Community will be open to the public from 11am – 3pm.
The next meeting to begin planning for 2009 will be held on Tuesday February 17 at 1:00pm at the King Street Centre in Shelburne.
Representatives of community groups or agencies that may want to take part in planning the day are welcome to attend. Please contact your local Recreation Department, Volunteer Services, or the Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) for more information.
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NCCP coaching course
There will be a NCCP Coaching Course- Introduction to Competition, Part
B, held on March 20th-22nd,
Location: Rotary Centre, Hebron Recreation Complex, Yarmouth, NS
DATE(s): Fri Mar 20, 2009 - Sun Mar 22, 2009
TIME(APPROX): 4-9pm on Friday; 9:30am-6:00pm on Sat/Sun
FEE: $35.00
SPONSORING ORG: Yarmouth Leisure Services
CONTACT: Frank S Grant
INSTRUCTOR: TBA
NOTES: Part B - Introduction to competition. March 20-22, Yarmouth
Prerequisite: NCCP Level A.
Registration deadline: Fri Mar 13, 09
Call 742-8868 for more information and to register.
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Town launches photo gallery on website
The
Town of Shelburne’s website now features a photo gallery. The photos are
hosted on the popular website Flickr.com and can be accessed through a
direct link on the front page of the Town’s website www.auracom.com/tnshelb
. The pictures can be viewed individually or as a slideshow.
The gallery contains a variety of pictures of scenes in and around Shelburne.
Most of the pictures were taken by staff or obtained from the Internet
over a number of years. There are a number of aerial photographs.
There are also older photos that have been scanned to electronic files.
Plans are to add more pictures later.
For more information on the Photo Gallery, contact the Parks and Recreation
Department by email: tnshelb@auracom.com , or phone 875 3873.
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Physical Activity Challenge 2009
4 Weeks from February 2 - March 1
For the 5th consecutive year, The Town of Shelburne’s
Parks and Recreation Department and the Municipality of the District of
Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department have joined forces to provide
an opportunity for people to participate locally in a physically active
4 week challenge during the month of February. Everyone is encouraged to
participate in this year’s four week Physical Activity Challenge for fun
and prizes.
It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion
being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.
You must be physically active during each of the
4 weeks and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call
in to either Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on
the Monday of the next week to have your name entered for nine weekly draws
on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws
of $25.00 cash.
All those that call will be entered in a draw
to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end
at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.
Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate
the greater are your chances to win and have fun being physically active.
More information and record sheets are available from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca
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NCCP Level A Coaching Clinic
Friday February 20 – 6pm to 9pm
Saturday February 21 – 9am to 5pm
$25.00
Tusket Municipal Building
For more information or to register
contact the Argyle Recreation Department at 648-3379
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Ipsos Reid Telephone Survey - January 22 - February 1
January 7, 2009
Between January 22 and February 1 a survey will be conducted in the
Town and Municipality of Shelburne
The Ipsos Reid Survey on Municipal Fitness and Recreation will be done
by telephone. The information from the survey will be collected to establish
a baseline on physical activity levels for the Keep It Moving Program (the
Physical Activity Strategy). The survey will be done again in 3 or 4 years
to measure changes in levels. There will be a combined sample size of 300
from the Town and Municipality. The cost of this survey is being covered
by the Department of Health Promotion and Protection. This is a legitimate
survey. It takes only 5 minutes. If you get a call, please answer the questions
for us.
for more information
on the Keep It Moving Physical Activity Strategy
For release January 5, 2009
“Our Community – Something for Everyone”
Community organizations and Recreation Departments throughout Shelburne County will be teaming up to present “Our Community – Something for Everyone” on April 25, 2009 at Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary School in Shag Harbour.
The purpose of the day is to provide information on organizations, agencies, programs, activities and events that take place in the various communities that make up Shelburne County. Last year over 40 different booths displayed information and provided an opportunity to make contact with them on a personal basis at the “Our Community” event in Lockeport. This year it’s ERMES’ turn to host.
“Our Community – Something for Everyone” is held during Volunteer Week,
which is April 19 - 25 in 2009. Musical performances for children
and adults, demonstrations, presentations, games and fun are also being
planned for the day. There will be numerous door prizes provided by exhibitors.
The next meeting to begin planning for 2009 will be held on
Tuesday January 20 at 2:00pm in the ERMES Library.
Representatives of community groups or agencies that may want to take part in planning the day are welcome to attend. Please contact your local Recreation Department, Volunteer Services, or the Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) for more information.
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HEALTH PROMOTION/PROTECTION--
Minister Encourages Nova Scotians to Take Advantage of
Healthy Living Tax Credit
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The Healthy Living Tax Credit gives Nova Scotians of all ages an added
incentive to get more active in 2009.
Barry Barnet, Minister of Health Promotion and Protection, hosted an event today, Dec. 16, in Dartmouth to encourage Nova Scotians to get active and take advantage of the tax credit, which has been extended to include adults who participate in fitness activities.
"The expansion of the Healthy Living Tax Credit from children and youth to people of all ages is a critical step to help people make healthier life choices," said Mr. Barnet. "I encourage all Nova Scotians, as they approach the new year, to make a personal commitment to lead a healthier and more active lifestyle."
The expansion was announced as part of the 2008-09 budget.
Programs that qualify include any organized sport, physical recreation or physical activity program that is offered to the public by the government of Canada, the province of Nova Scotia or any municipal government within the province. A private or not-for-profit organization registered to do business in Nova Scotia is also eligible. This includes activities such as swimming lessons, dance classes, ski memberships, gym memberships, hockey registrations and many more.
Adults and children who sign up for registered sport and physical activity programs in 2009 will receive a 8.79 per cent credit off registration fees. To get the credit, they must keep and submit the receipt as part of their 2009 tax returns. They will then receive a maximum tax reduction $44 per person. The maximum expenditure per individual will be $500. Registration fee receipts must be dated on or after Jan. 1, 2009 for an adult to get the credit.
"Hockey is just one of many physical activities that people can register for and receive the tax credit," said Darren Cossar, executive director of Hockey Nova Scotia. "We're glad to see the government of Nova Scotia encouraging people to sign up and get more physically active."
A list of provincial sport organizations, member groups, organized sports and physical recreation and physical activity organizations that are registered for the tax credit is available at www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/HealthyLivingIncentive.html . for more information on the program
The Nova Scotia Healthy Living Tax Incentive was introduced in 2005, providing a credit for registrations of up to $150 in registration fees for eligible children's fitness activities. The maximum expense was increased to $500 in 2006.
It is estimated the tax credit will generate a savings of more than $8 million per year for active Nova Scotians.
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2009 Nova Scotia 55 + Games
The 3rd Bi Annual Provincial 55 Plus Games will be held in Yarmouth and surrounding areas on September 24, 25, 26, & 27th, 2009.
The Games are open to all Nova Scotians who will be 55 or more on December 31st of 2009. The Games will provide an opportunity to meet and make new friends, participate in a variety of sport and recreation competitions and events, and enjoy the best that the area has to offer.
Co-Chairs Leroy Legere and Gary Archibald are busy forming committees
to ensure that all events are ready for the 400+ participants that are
expected for the weekend (Thursday to Sunday) of fun and fellowship. Look
for further information about the Games to be a participant in 2009 or
volunteer to be an on site event organizer.
For more information go to www.novascotia55plusgames.com
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WINTER ACTIVITY GUIDE
The Town of Shelburne, Parks & Recreation Department’s Winter Activity Guide is now available! The Guide lists regular recreation programs in the area from Monday to Friday, a number of up coming special events and contact information for many providers of programs and services. The Guides can be found at many local businesses or picked up at the Town Hall.
For more information contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 875-3873.
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