St. Peter’s and Richmond County Events Calendar
from Friday, July 10 to Thursday, August 15, 2019
St. Peter’s is a natural hub from which to seek out Cape Breton activities, attractions and experiences whether on land or sea/inland sea. We are within walking distance or a short drive away from some unique Cape Breton attractions and firmly anchored among many traditions and cultures.
For information and a full list of events and happening around Cape Breton and guide books and maps for N.S., PEI, NB, and Newfoundland stop in at the St. Peter’s Visitor Information Centre. Our hours are from 9am to 6pm Monday, thru Saturday and 10am to 6pm on Sundays.
Re-occurring summer events for the summer
11am – 1pm – Starting July 1st, join Darren Campbell from Two Seas Touring as he does his historic walking tour in Battery Park and along the St. Peter’s Canal. Tour lasts approximately 2hours. Find out about the rich history of the area while enjoying the beautiful scenery throughout the park. Cost is $10.00 adults and $5.00 seniors and children. The tours will run Monday thru Sunday. For more information and to book your tour call 902-302-2235. Runs July and August.
9:3am – 11am: – The Richmond County Literacy Network at 10036 Grenville Street, Unit B in St. Peter’s, will be hosting “Babies and Books” every Tuesday starting June 25th! Bring the little ones for an enjoyable morning at the Richmond County Technology Center. Fun for kids and a chance to parents to get together as well, come check it out. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to gather with their children and share stories, books, puzzles and toys together! This is a great chance to spend time with other parents and their babies.
10am – 5pm: – The 17th. Annual Summer Surf Program will take place at Point Michaud from July 2nd to August 20. Register at Point Michaud Beach during class time. Lessons cancelled on days of extreme conditions or weather. There will be no programs or rentals on Tuesdays. Please call the Point Michaud Surf Hut at 902-587- 2988 or check our Richmond County, NS Facebook page for up to date surfing conditions.
Surf Clubs: Clubs include surfboard and wetsuit, with land and water instruction. Surf Club activities will vary depending on weather and tides. Please call 902- 587-2988 for an update on surfing conditions. Kids Surf Club- Ages 8 years to 12 years (must be accompanied by a guardian). Fee $100.00. Call 902587-2988 to register or for more information.
Junior Surf Club- Ages 13years to 19 years of age Cost $120.00. Call 902-587 2988 to register or for more information.
Surf Lessons – Lessons are a half hour of equipment familiarization and land lesson, plus 1 hour of surf instruction in the water. Lessons include surfboard and wetsuit and instruction. Dates and times may vary.
Individual Lesson – Fee is $40.00 and takes place Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1:30pm to 5pm.
Group Lesson – 4 person group lesson or 4 individual lesson package fee is $120.00. The lessons take place on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1:30pm to 5pm.
Wetsuit and Surfboard Rentals – Daily, from Wednesday to Monday, from 10am to 5pm. Fees (when not registered for package) – $20.00 per hour for both wetsuit and surfboard, $15.00 per hour for wetsuit only and $10.00 per hour for surfboard only. There is a lifeguard service at Point Michaud Beach, daily from 10am to 6pm from June 29 to August 25. Facilities – There are change houses, toilets and parking available. There is also a picnic area to the left overlooking the beach. Point Michaud Beach is located approximately 20kms from the village of St. Peter’s along route 247.
9am – 8pm – Canal Landing Experience
Tomorrow starts the season for the Canal Landing in St. Peter’s. Check out some of the events which will be taking place at the Landing.
Tours:
10am and 1pm: – Sweet Grass Excursion – Cost $40.00 per person. Tours run Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
If you are interested in hiking, history and learning about nature, please join us on our Sweet Grass Excursion. Walk the trails to visit historic landmarks and learn how the Mi’kmaq people harvest sweetgrass, a sacred medicine of the region’s First People.
10am and 1pm: – Traditional Medicine Demonstration tour runs Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Mi’Kmaq people have used traditional medicine for thousands of years. We will show you a variety of different plants and what they are useful for. You may even have some of them growing in your own back yards. Take a leisurely stroll to discover the medicinal plants and methods traditionally used by the local Mi’kmaq people in their day to day lives. Book you place now. Cost $40.00 per person. Number to call is 902-631-5850.
Kayak Tours are available upon request.
Rentals: Kayak Rentals – last rentals at 6pm for the day.
Single kayak – $20.00 per hour, $40.00 for 1/2 day, $80.00 for a full day.
Double kayak – $25.00 per hour, $50.00 for 1/2/ day, $100.00 per whole day.
Pedal Boat – $20.00 per hour, $40.00 per ½ day, $80.00 per whole day.
Pedal Board-$20.00 per hour, $40.00 per 1/1 day and $80.00 per whole day.
Bicycle – $15.00 per hour, $25.00 per ½ day and $40.00 per whole day.
Fishing equipment – $25.00 per whole day.
Food
Hamburgers, hot dogs, lobster, Indian Tacos, Four cents Cake and more.
Gifts
Jewelry, dream catchers, baskets, rope rugs, art and more.
Wednesday, July 10
2pm -4pm: – Tea at the Museum at LeNoir Forge Museum in Arichat. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, treats and conversation. Admission is $5.00 per person.
10:30am – 12pm: – Greetings! KissMeArts Gallery is pleased to present Art It Up with GIGI, at 14 Toulouse Street, St. Peter’s, with the following awesome line up of summer workshops for kids on July 10 and 14. Fee is $17.25 per class. Check this out!!! ART IT UP WITH GIGI for children (ages 6-10) will create two fun craft projects. All materials supplied. Bring a snack. Please pre-register by calling 902-631-0272 or by email Kissmeartscbg@gmail.com.
12pm:- Café des rendez vouz – Gather some friends and family and bring your lunch and come socialize every Wednesday at noon at La Picasse in Petit de Grat.
6:00pm – 10:00pm: Gills Fougere and Drake Boudreau are back to entertain for wing night at the Clubhouse at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee.
Thursday, July 11
1pm – 3:30pm: – The Richmond county Literacy Network will be hosting a children’s craft afternoon every Thursday, beginning on July 4th at the St. Peter’s Learning And Technology Center. This is a wonderful opportunity for children ages five and over to explore their sense of creativity and create their own imaginative masterpieces in an afternoon filled with fun and art! coloring pages, play-doh and crafting supplies will be provided!!!
2pm – 4pm: –Blacksmithing Demonstrations at LeNoir Forge at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
6pm – 7:30pm: – Concert By the Sea, held at La Noir Landing in Arichat.
Friday, July 12
Strawberry Festival and Outdoor Mass Johnstown
7pm – 9pm: – Jam Session at the St. Peter’s Lions Club Marina on Lions Avenue, St. Peter’s.
7pm – 9pm: –Family Square Dance at the Red Islands Fire Hall in Red Islands. Admission is $5.00.
8:00pm – 11:00pm: – Echo is playing Chanter’s Pub at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee, it’s going be a great time.
9am – 3pm: – Tour La Picasse the French Cultural Centre in Petit de Grat. Every one welcome.
Saturday, July 13
10am-2pm: – Bras d’Or watch at St.Peter’s. Come and join us for the fifth annual Bras d’Or watch field day. No experience necessary. Like us on bras watch facebook page to get updates! All ages welcome family-friendly games and activities.
10am – 1pm: – Isle Madame Public Market at Le Noir Landing in Arichat.
11am – 3pm: – Join Kiss Me Arts artists for a fun afternoon of painting rocks to show your support of Pride at 14 Toulouse Street, St. Peter’s. All are welcome and all materials will be provided including rocks. Wear something that you won’t mind getting some paint on. Kiss me Arts is located in the lower level of the Bonnie Brae Center.
8:00pm – 11:00pm: – Billy Joe Hines entertains in Chanter’s Pub at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee. Grab your friends and come on down.
Monday, July 15
7pm: – It’s the Monday Night Jam Session at the Dundee Resorts and Golf Club’s Chanters Pub in Dundee. All instruments welcome, and all skill levels. Free admission – music lovers welcome to come enjoy the tunes, as well as some food and drink specials! For more information call 902-345-2649.
7-9pm: –Family Square Dance with the Roddie Square Dance group at the United Church Hall, in St. Peter’s. Be there and be square.
9am – 3pm: – Tour La Picasse the French Cultural Centre in Petit de Grat. Every one welcome.
Tuesday, July 16
7pm -9pm: The Tuesday night Jam Session at MacBouch Restaurant & Lounge in St. Peter’s. Come enjoy the music.
2pm – 4pm: –Blacksmithing Demonstrations at LeNoir Forge at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
3pm – 4pm: – La Picasse in Petit de Grat will be hosting Kids Crafts for ages 5 years to 12 years. Admission is $1.00.
10am – 2:30pm – Dundee Summer Camps (Ages 5 – 12) will take place at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club, at 2750 West Bay Hwy. The camp is open to locals, visitors and guests of Dundee. You can drop off your child for a day of fun and enjoyment. Activities will include boathouse equipment, indoor/ outdoor pool, games, rock painting, golf and hiking. Cost is $20.00 per participant (lunch is included). Please pre register by calling 902-345-2649 or by emailing recreation @dundeeresort.com. Those attending will receive a boathouse pass (value $10.00 to be used during the months of July and August.
9:30am – 11am: – The Richmond County Literacy Network will be hosting “Babies and Books”, at Richmond County Technology Center at 10036 Grenville Street, Unit B, St. Peter’s. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to gather with their children and share stories, books, puzzles and toys together! This is a great chance to spend time with other parents and their babies!
Location: Richmond County Technology Center
(10036 Grenville Street, Unit B), St. Peter’s.
Wednesday, July 17
6pm – 7:30pm: – Concert By the Sea at La Noir Landing in Arichat.
12pm:- Café des rendez vouz every Wednesday at noon at La Picasse in Petit de Grat.
2pm -4pm: – Tea at the Museum at LeNoir Forge Museum in Arichat. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, treats and conversation. Admission is $5.00 per person.
Thursday, July 18
Festival on the Lake in Sampsonville September 18 – 21
7pm – 9pm: –Family Square Dance at the Red Islands Fire Hall in Red Islands. Admission is $5.00.
2pm – 4pm: –Blacksmithing Demonstrations at LeNoir Forge at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
Friday, July 19
7pm – 9pm: – Jam Session at the St. Peter’s Lions Club Marina on Lions Avenue, St. Peter’s.
4:30pm – 7pm: – Fish Supper will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 150 in Arichat.
8:00pm – 11:00pm: Roger Stone will be entertaining at Chanter’s Pub at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee. Come and enjoy the music.
7pm: – Commedy Night with Hughie Batherson at La Picasse in Petit de Grat. Admission is $10.00 per person.
9am – 3pm: – Tour La Picasse the French Cultural Centre in Petit de Grat. Every one welcome.
Saturday, July 20
10am – 2pm: – Grand River Farmers Market will take place at the Grand River Fire Hall in Grand River.
3pm – 5pm: -The Strawberry Festival will be held at the Loch Lomond Community Hall in Loch Lomond. Admission is$10.00 per person.
8pm – 2pm: – Codstock at LeNoir Landing in Arichat. Opening band: Drake and Gilles with Headliner: Merimac. Advance tickets $15.00 and $20.00 at the door. 19+ government IDs required. For tickets Call 902-226-1918
Potlotek Pow Wow
11:30am – 4:30pm:- Richmond County’s 2019 Sand Castle Competition will take place at Point Michaud Beach in Point Michaud. Fee is $10.00 per site and prizes will be awarded in two divisions, Sculpture and Castle with 1st. prize of $100.00, 2nd prize of $75.00 and 3rd. prize of $50.00 in each division. Registration is at 11:30am and the judging will take place at 4:30pm. Bring your own tools and equipment, such as a good shovel, buckets to carry water, spray guns for misting and carving tools and food and water.
8:00pm – 11:00pm: Roger Stone will be entertaining at Chanter’s Pub at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee. Come and enjoy the music.
Sunday, July 21
Potlotek Pow Wow
Codstock Family Day at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
11:30am – 4:30pm:- Richmond County’s 2019 Sand Castle Competition will take place at Pondville Beach in Pondville. Fee is $10.00 per site and prizes will be awarded in two divisions, Sculpture and Castle with 1st. prize of $100.00, 2nd prize of $75.00 and 3rd. prize of $50.00 in each division. Registration is at 11:30am and the judging will take place at 4:30pm. Bring your own tools and equipment, such as a good shovel, buckets to carry water, spray guns for misting and carving tools and food and water.
Monday, July 22
7pm: – It’s the Monday Night Jam Session at the Dundee Resorts and Golf Club’s Chanters Pub in Dundee. All instruments welcome, and all skill levels. Free admission – music lovers welcome to come enjoy the tunes, as well as some food and drink specials! For more information call 902-345-2649.
7-9pm: –Family Square Dance with the Roddie Square Dance group at the United Church Hall, in St. Peter’s. Be there and be square.
9am – 3pm: – Tour La Picasse the French Cultural Centre in Petit de Grat. Every one welcome.
Tuesday, July 23
9:3am – 11am: – The Richmond County Literacy Network at 10036 Grenville Street, Unit B in St. Peter’s, will be hosting “Babies and Books” every Tuesday starting June 25th! Bring the little ones for an enjoyable morning at the Richmond County Technology Center. Fun for kids and a chance to parents to get together as well, come check it out. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to gather with their children and share stories, books, puzzles and toys together! This is a great chance to spend time with other parents and their babies.
7pm -9pm: The Tuesday night Jam Session at MacBouch Restaurant & Lounge in St. Peter’s. Come enjoy the music.
2pm – 4pm: –Blacksmithing Demonstrations at LeNoir Forge at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
3pm – 4pm: – La Picasse in Petit de Grat will be hosting Kids Crafts for ages 5 years to 12 years. Admission is $1.00.
10am – 2:30pm – Dundee Summer Camps (Ages 5 – 12) will take place at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club, at 2750 West Bay Hwy. The camp is open to locals, visitors and guests of Dundee. You can drop off your child for a day of fun and enjoyment. Activities will include boathouse equipment, indoor/ outdoor pool, games, rock painting, golf and hiking. Cost is $20.00 per participant (lunch is included). Please pre register by calling 902-345-2649 or by emailing recreation @dundeeresort.com. Those attending will receive a boathouse pass (value $10.00 to be used during the months of July and August.
9:30am – 11am: – The Richmond County Literacy Network will be hosting “Babies and Books”, at Richmond County Technology Center at 10036 Grenville Street, Unit B, St. Peter’s. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to gather with their children and share stories, books, puzzles and toys together! This is a great chance to spend time with other parents and their babies!
Location: Richmond County Technology Center
(10036 Grenville Street, Unit B), St. Peter’s.
Wednesday, July 24
2pm -4pm: – Tea at the Museum at LeNoir Forge Museum in Arichat. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, treats and conversation. Admission is $5.00 per person.
12pm:- Café des rendez vouz every Wednesday at noon at La Picasse in Petit de Grat.
6:00pm – 10:00pm: – Enjoy the sounds of Eastbound at the Clubhouse at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club in Dundee. Also enjoy their delicious wings during Wing Night.
Thursday, July 25
St. Anne’s Mission on Chapel Island
L’Ardoise Acadian Days in L’Ardoise
2pm – 4pm: –Blacksmithing Demonstrations at LeNoir Forge at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
Friday, July 26
St. Anne’s Mission on Chapel Island.
L’Ardoise Acadian Days in L’Ardoise
7pm – 9pm: – Jam Session at the St. Peter’s Lions Club Marina on Lions Avenue, St. Peter’s.
7pm – 9pm: –Family Square Dance at the Red Islands Fire Hall in Red Islands. Admission is $5.00.
Saturday, July 27
St. Anne’s Mission on Chapel Island
10am – 1pm: – Isle Madame Public Market at Le Noir Landing in Arichat.
L’Ardoise Acadian Days in L’Ardoise
Sunday, July 28
St. Anne’s Mission on Chapel Island
L’Ardoise Acadian Days in L’Ardoise.
11.45am: – Pancake, sausage, scrambled egg lunch at the Johnstown Parish Hall. Admission is $10.00.
Monday, July 29
St. Anne’s Mission on Chapel Island
Nicolas Deny’s Days
Tuesday, July 30
7pm -9pm:The Tuesday night Jam Session at MacBouch Restaurant & Lounge in St. Peter’s. Come enjoy the music.
2pm – 4pm: –Blacksmithing Demonstrations at LeNoir Forge at LeNoir Landing in Arichat.
2pm to 5pm at the Richmond County Literacy Network and Eastern Counties Regional Library will be hosting a Book Sale and fun event. The used books are by sale by donation and all proceeds will go to the Dolly Parton
10am – 2:30pm – Dundee Summer Camps (Ages 5 – 12) will take place at the Dundee Resort & Golf Club, at 2750 West Bay Hwy. The camp is open to locals, visitors and guests of Dundee. You can drop off your child for a day of fun and enjoyment. Activities will include boathouse equipment, indoor/ outdoor pool, games, rock painting, golf and hiking. Cost is $20.00 per participant (lunch is included). Please pre register by calling 902-345-2649 or by emailing recreation @dundeeresort.com. Those attending will receive a boathouse pass (value $10.00 to be used during the months of July and August.
Nicolas Deny’s Days
9:30am – 11am: –The Richmond County Literacy Network will be hosting “Babies and Books”, at Richmond County Technology Center at 10036 Grenville Street, Unit B, St. Peter’s. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to gather with their children and share stories, books, puzzles and toys together! This is a great chance to spend time with other parents and their babies! Location: Richmond County Technology Center (10036 Grenville Street, Unit B), St. Peter’s.
Wednesday, July 31
Nicolas Deny’s Days
MacAskill House Museum Auction at the St. Peter’s Lions Hall in St. Peter’s.
2pm -4pm: – Tea at the Museum at LeNoir Forge Museum in Arichat. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, treats and conversation. Admission is $5.00 per person.
Thursday, August 8
1pm – 4pm: – KissMeArts Gallery is pleased to present Wild and Wooly Workshop for ages 11years and up, at 14 Toulouse Street, St. Peter’s. Create your own cute critter from locally sourced wool, all material provided. Fee is $23.00 per class.Please pre-register by calling 902-631-0272 or by email Kissmeartscbg@gmail.com.
Saturday, August 10
2pm – 4pm: – La Goelette @ Pepe Café in Arichat invites you to enjoy Chere Mon featuring the band of the night “Ca c’est bon”.
Wednesday, August 14
10:30am – 12pm: – Greetings! KissMeArts Gallery is pleased to present Art It Up with GIGI, at 14 Toulouse Street, St. Peter’s, with the following awesome line up of summer workshops for kids on July 10 and August 14. Fee is $17.25 per class. Check this out!!! ART IT UP WITH GIGI for children (ages 6-10) will create two fun craft projects. All materials supplied. Bring a snack….Please pre-register by calling 902-631-0272 or by email Kissmeartscbg@gmail.com.
Thursday, August 15
1pm – 4pm: – KissMeArts Gallery is pleased to present Wild and Wooly Workshop for ages 11years and up, at 14 Toulouse Street, St. Peter’s. Create your own cute critter from locally sourced wool, all material provided. Fee is $23.00 per class. Please pre-register by calling 902-631-0272 or by email Kissmeartscbg@gmail.com.
UPDATES
This list of events is provided by Ann Marie Yorke of the St. Peter’s, Richmond County – Visitor Information Centre. Any omissions or errors are apologized for in advance. Ann Marie strives to keep this list current and we update it frequently however check with the event organizer for the latest information if you have a concern. Please submit additional entries or corrections to annmarieyorke@hotmail.com