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 throughout the year whether the VIC is open or not! The list is updated 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.

Summer Events from the Richmond County Reflections Newsletter:

 

Richmond Rainbow Alliance, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 150, Arichat. D’Escousse Civic Improvement Hall
Richmond County Literacy Network Richmond Artists Alliance Isle Madame Historical Society Other Community Events
River Roots Community News & Events Come out and support your community! Over the years, the Richmond Rainbow Alliance
has grown into a strong, community-driven initiative in Richmond County, committed to promoting social justice, inclusivity, and safe,
welcoming spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies. Our mission is to foster connection, education, and celebration of diver- sity so that everyone in Richmond County feels seen, supported, and valued. Follow us on Facebook at @Richmond Rainbow Alliance to learn about upcoming
events, ways to get involved.

River Roots in River Bourgeois. Please register on our website for all events at www.richmondriverroots.ca – Email riverroots2020@gmail.com or phone (902)-785-7918. River Roots “Root Seller” Farm Stand. Tuesdays 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (additional days
to be added as the season grows). River Roots Weekly Meals with Friends Lunch. Tuesdays – Two seatings – 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
and 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm – by donation. July 8, July 22, July 29, August 5 and 12, September 2, 9, 16, and 23.

River Roots Community Learning Garden Wednesdays ~ FREE 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Want to play in the dirt? Join River Roots this
summer in our community learning garden! We’ll plant, grow, harvest and share food to- gether. Rain or Shine. July 2, 16, 30, August 13,
27, September 10 and 24. River Roots Open House ~ FREE.

Tuesday, August 26, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Live Music, Garden Tours, River Roots made snacks. Additional Workshops September 3, Salsa Making 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, includes a bottle of salsa, Fee: $20. September 9, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Beeswax Wrap Making Workshop with Jenna Jameison, you’ll go home with a beeswax wrap, Fee: $20. September 21, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Dried Herb Workshop with L’Ardoise Farmer, Maker, Baker.

D’Escousse Civic Improvement Hall events:

Saturday Night Bingo. Jack it up sales start at 6:45 pm. Mini games start at 7:45 pm, Regular Bingo starts at 8:00 pm. Regular Thursday Night Card Play.  Starting at 7:30 pm Only 1 jackpot can go each night! 1st- $100.00 /2nd – $60.00 /3rd- $40.00.

Sunday Hungryman’s Breakfast (2nd Sunday of each month) From 8:00 am to 11:00 am. $12.00 for adults, $6.00 for kids 10 and under.

Monday Mass – 1st Monday each month at 9:30 am.

Friday, September 19
9:00 pm to 12:00 am High Society and the Privateers! $25.00 per ticket, tickets can be purchased at Shamrock Store 902-226-2954, Ronnie LeBlanc 902-227-8069, Daphne Campbell 902-631-3957.

Isle Madame Historical Society Events:

708 Veterans Memorial Dr., Arichat
Email: islemadamehistoricalsociety@gmail.com Phone: (902) 226-9364.

July 20
2pm: – Summer Learning Series
Book Reading & Signing – “We Are Who They Were” A Samson & Bourque. Families Pictorial Genealogy by Garvie Samson.

August 23, 2:00 p.m. – “The Dash – Stories from Our Lady of Assumption Cemetery” facilitated by Odilon Boudreau.

July 2 to August 27
2pm – 4pm: – Every Wednesday – Tea in the Museum. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, treats and conversation. $8.00 per
person, $6.00 for members.

Blacksmithing July & August.
2pm – 4pm: – Demonstrations: Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. Full 2 Hour Workshops: available by request. Adults: $85.00, Youth $35.00 Materials included, all participants will produce a forged piece to take home. Pre-registration required. 

August 8, 15, 22, 29
2pm – 4pm: – August is Living History Month Join us as four community interpreters bring four areas of the museum to life.

September 6

10am – 2pm: – Annual Book Sale in the Boat Barn on the Lower Site, Arichat.

Richmond Artist Alliance

Are you an artist living or working in Richmond County? The Richmond Artists Alliance is welcoming new members! We’re a vibrant community of local creators dedicated to supporting, showcasing, and connecting artists of all mediums. Be part of Richmond’s thriving art scene—join us today!
RichmondArtistsAlliance@gmail.com