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OUR CREATIVE COMMUNITY
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wHAT'S up East Hants?!
Community Events & Offerings

East Hants Chamber of Commerce
Ph: 902 883 1010
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Founded in 1986, the East Hants & Districts Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization focused on growing and promoting our members. We offer the business community a voice in matters of collective economic interest and provide our members with services to assist them in their ability to do business.
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Founded in 1986, the East Hants & Districts Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization focused on growing and promoting our members. We offer the business community a voice in matters of collective economic interest and provide our members with services to assist them in their ability to do business.

East Hants Sportsplex
Ph: 902 883 9906
E: sforward@ehsportsplex.org
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The East Hants Arena Association is a volunteer group of citizens from East Hants formed in the mid 1940’s which built the original Lantz Arena that opened in 1948. The arena or “East Hants Barn” as it is fondly remembered, was heavily used by hockey teams and skaters. Due to over-demand and the passage of time, the arena was due to be replaced by the late 1980’s.
The arena association began the process of raising funds for, and constructing the current East Hants Sportsplex as it exists today.
It opened in early 1993, and has been one of the most utilized ice surfaces in the region.
E: sforward@ehsportsplex.org
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The East Hants Arena Association is a volunteer group of citizens from East Hants formed in the mid 1940’s which built the original Lantz Arena that opened in 1948. The arena or “East Hants Barn” as it is fondly remembered, was heavily used by hockey teams and skaters. Due to over-demand and the passage of time, the arena was due to be replaced by the late 1980’s.
The arena association began the process of raising funds for, and constructing the current East Hants Sportsplex as it exists today.
It opened in early 1993, and has been one of the most utilized ice surfaces in the region.

Municipality of East Hants
Live, Work, Love, Play... East Hants!
Ph: (General Inquires) 902 883 2299
Toll Free: 1-866-758-2299
E: info@easthants.ca
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The Municipality hosts a number of interesting, local events every year. Click the link below to be re-directed to their Event Page.
Ph: (General Inquires) 902 883 2299
Toll Free: 1-866-758-2299
E: info@easthants.ca
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The Municipality hosts a number of interesting, local events every year. Click the link below to be re-directed to their Event Page.

Cholchester-East Hants Public Library
Ph: 902 895 4183
Toll Free (within Atl. Canada): 1-888-632-9088
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The Colchester-East Hants Public Library (CEHPL) is one of nine regional public library systems in Nova Scotia.
The Colchester-East Hants Public Library has a Board of Directors who govern the Library in accordance with the Nova Scotia Libraries Act, which regulates regional library service in the Province.
CEHPL serves a population of just over 74,500 with five branch libraries, two satellite branch libraries, a Borrow by Mail service, outreach services, and a downloadable eBook and audiobook service.
Toll Free (within Atl. Canada): 1-888-632-9088
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The Colchester-East Hants Public Library (CEHPL) is one of nine regional public library systems in Nova Scotia.
The Colchester-East Hants Public Library has a Board of Directors who govern the Library in accordance with the Nova Scotia Libraries Act, which regulates regional library service in the Province.
CEHPL serves a population of just over 74,500 with five branch libraries, two satellite branch libraries, a Borrow by Mail service, outreach services, and a downloadable eBook and audiobook service.

Tide Fest 2022
RETURNING July 16, 2022 !
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TIDE FEST IS BACK! After a two-year hiatus, East Hants will once again play host to the largest homecoming event in the community.
Tide Fest 2022 brings back many of the fan-favourite events of years past, including music, the East Hants Sport Heritage Hall of Fame, youth ball hockey, washer toss, adult soccer, and more!

East Hants Historical Society
Contact East Hants Historical Society by clicking the link below.

Recreation Youth Funding Kidsport
Ph: 204-925-5914
E: info@kidsportcanada.ca
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We work to ensure that no kid is ever left watching from the sidelines.
This is the kind of future that’s shaped by the power of organized sport. The sort of future that’s possible when we overcome the barrier of cost.
Click the link below for the local NS chapter.
E: info@kidsportcanada.ca
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We work to ensure that no kid is ever left watching from the sidelines.
This is the kind of future that’s shaped by the power of organized sport. The sort of future that’s possible when we overcome the barrier of cost.
Click the link below for the local NS chapter.

East Hants Jr. Gentlemen's Hockey League
P: 902 883 9906 (Rink)
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Click on the link below to be taken directly to the league's calendar of events
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Click on the link below to be taken directly to the league's calendar of events

East Hants Sport Heritage Society
P: 902 897 4004
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Our Mission :
To recognize and support sport excellence of both the past and the present in the East Hants community.
Our Vision:
To become the best regional sport heritage society in the province and rival the activities held by the Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame.
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Our Mission :
To recognize and support sport excellence of both the past and the present in the East Hants community.
Our Vision:
To become the best regional sport heritage society in the province and rival the activities held by the Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame.

Young Naturalists Club of Nova Scotia
P: 902 412 2726
E: yncns @yncns.ca
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Our Mission:
“The Young Naturalists Club is an immersive natural history club for youth and families that promotes the appreciation and conservation of nature. We create opportunities to develop natural history skills and knowledge through interactions with adult naturalists and hands-on learning experiences. By getting youth and their families outside and connecting them with members of the adult natural history community, we foster a passion for nature and greater understanding of nature’s value. We believe that positive experiences in nature and a shared excitement about the natural world lead to the development of a life-long conservation ethic.”
Visit the event page by clicking below.
E: yncns @yncns.ca
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Our Mission:
“The Young Naturalists Club is an immersive natural history club for youth and families that promotes the appreciation and conservation of nature. We create opportunities to develop natural history skills and knowledge through interactions with adult naturalists and hands-on learning experiences. By getting youth and their families outside and connecting them with members of the adult natural history community, we foster a passion for nature and greater understanding of nature’s value. We believe that positive experiences in nature and a shared excitement about the natural world lead to the development of a life-long conservation ethic.”
Visit the event page by clicking below.

East Hants Soccer Association
P: 902 883 4926
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The Club is a not-for-profit society registered under the Societies Act of the Province of Nova Scotia. It is operated by a Volunteer Executive Committee elected annually from members in our communities with an interest in promoting soccer for our youth.
Teams are coached by unpaid Volunteer Coaches and Assistant Coaches. The Club's goal is to ensure the opportunity for all players to participate in organized soccer, have fun and acquire skill development at each age level.
The Club operates winter (indoor) and summer programs under the jurisdiction of Soccer Nova Scotia.
For summer programs and registration, click the link below.
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The Club is a not-for-profit society registered under the Societies Act of the Province of Nova Scotia. It is operated by a Volunteer Executive Committee elected annually from members in our communities with an interest in promoting soccer for our youth.
Teams are coached by unpaid Volunteer Coaches and Assistant Coaches. The Club's goal is to ensure the opportunity for all players to participate in organized soccer, have fun and acquire skill development at each age level.
The Club operates winter (indoor) and summer programs under the jurisdiction of Soccer Nova Scotia.
For summer programs and registration, click the link below.

East Hants Fine Art Association
Promoting art in East Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada
Learn more about the Association by visiting them on Facebook. Link below.
Learn more about the Association by visiting them on Facebook. Link below.

East Hants Bluegrass Oldtime Music Association
Did you know there's a Monthly Jam?!
1st Sunday of the Month
1:30pm - 7:00pm
2134 Hwy-2, Milford, NS
** Members and guests welcome.
** New Members welcome.
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Our Goals:
To support individuals, groups and organizations involved in bluegrass and old-time music.
To provide leadership and promote education among fans, bands, bands and artists.
Our specific goals:
1) the establishment of bluegrass categories in the Juno Awards;
2) lobbying with other musical genres for changes in US laws to allow easier access to the US by Canadian musicians;
3) establishing a national bluegrass awards program not in conflict with the two existing regional awards events;
4) sponsoring Canadian Bands to Showcase at IBMA;
5) supporting Canadian bands efforts to perform in other parts of the country;
6) seeking grant funding to achieve these goals.
Visit the Atlantic Canada Chapter. Click the link below
1st Sunday of the Month
1:30pm - 7:00pm
2134 Hwy-2, Milford, NS
** Members and guests welcome.
** New Members welcome.
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Our Goals:
To support individuals, groups and organizations involved in bluegrass and old-time music.
To provide leadership and promote education among fans, bands, bands and artists.
Our specific goals:
1) the establishment of bluegrass categories in the Juno Awards;
2) lobbying with other musical genres for changes in US laws to allow easier access to the US by Canadian musicians;
3) establishing a national bluegrass awards program not in conflict with the two existing regional awards events;
4) sponsoring Canadian Bands to Showcase at IBMA;
5) supporting Canadian bands efforts to perform in other parts of the country;
6) seeking grant funding to achieve these goals.
Visit the Atlantic Canada Chapter. Click the link below

East Hants Community Learning Association
P: 902 883 1608
East Hants & Area Community Rider 902 883 4716
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With a hands-on learning approach, we offer a range of educational services to the residents of East Hants.
Understanding the educational needs of our community enables us to develop programming and offer opportunities for you to gain a GED, upgrade essential skills and get creative with learning. EHCLA supports and encourages individual growth and helping families reach their learning potential.
Visit the site today! Click below.
East Hants & Area Community Rider 902 883 4716
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With a hands-on learning approach, we offer a range of educational services to the residents of East Hants.
Understanding the educational needs of our community enables us to develop programming and offer opportunities for you to gain a GED, upgrade essential skills and get creative with learning. EHCLA supports and encourages individual growth and helping families reach their learning potential.
Visit the site today! Click below.

EHFRC - East Hants Family Resource Center
P: 902-883-4349
E: info@ehfrc.com
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Established in 2012 with 2 weekly programs, the EHFRC continues to grow and develop. Our core weekly drop-in programs are Baby Time, Family Time and Little Treasures. Other programs, like summer time’s Thursdays in the Park, are seasonal.
All of our programs are based on the needs and direction of the community, and all are FREE.
Parents, grandparents, caregivers and child care providers let us know what kinds of supports, programs, and resources will best meet their needs. From their direction has come cooking and menu planning programs, parent workshops such as Potty-Training and How to Sleep Through the Night, and physical activity programs like Wednesday Walks and Tumblebugs.
The EHFRC does not succeed alone. Relationships have been built with children, parents, grandparents, government agencies, other community service providers, funding partners and volunteers. This support helps us to succeed with our mission, and achieve our vision of “Supporting Families to Strengthen Communities.”
Visit the site today! Link below.
E: info@ehfrc.com
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Established in 2012 with 2 weekly programs, the EHFRC continues to grow and develop. Our core weekly drop-in programs are Baby Time, Family Time and Little Treasures. Other programs, like summer time’s Thursdays in the Park, are seasonal.
All of our programs are based on the needs and direction of the community, and all are FREE.
Parents, grandparents, caregivers and child care providers let us know what kinds of supports, programs, and resources will best meet their needs. From their direction has come cooking and menu planning programs, parent workshops such as Potty-Training and How to Sleep Through the Night, and physical activity programs like Wednesday Walks and Tumblebugs.
The EHFRC does not succeed alone. Relationships have been built with children, parents, grandparents, government agencies, other community service providers, funding partners and volunteers. This support helps us to succeed with our mission, and achieve our vision of “Supporting Families to Strengthen Communities.”
Visit the site today! Link below.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving - East Hants
P: 1-866-798-6233
E: ssteeves@madd.ca
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Welcome to MADD East Hants. Our mission is to stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime.
Visit the East Hants Chapter today. Link below.
E: ssteeves@madd.ca
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Welcome to MADD East Hants. Our mission is to stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime.
Visit the East Hants Chapter today. Link below.

Lawrence House
P: 902 424 2170
E: cch@novascotia.ca
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In 1874, William D. Lawrence secured his place in marine history by constructing the largest wooden-hulled, fully-rigged ship ever built in Canada.
An ardent believer in Nova Scotia’s 19th-century maritime power, Lawrence exemplified the critical role played by the shipbuilding industry in this province.
Come explore his bright Victorian home, featuring photographs, exhibits and the Lawrence family’s heirlooms. Discover the era of shipbuilding and hear tales of the Golden Age of Sail in Maitland; Nova Scotia’s first designated Heritage Conservation district.
Re-opening Spring 2022. Click the link for more information
E: cch@novascotia.ca
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In 1874, William D. Lawrence secured his place in marine history by constructing the largest wooden-hulled, fully-rigged ship ever built in Canada.
An ardent believer in Nova Scotia’s 19th-century maritime power, Lawrence exemplified the critical role played by the shipbuilding industry in this province.
Come explore his bright Victorian home, featuring photographs, exhibits and the Lawrence family’s heirlooms. Discover the era of shipbuilding and hear tales of the Golden Age of Sail in Maitland; Nova Scotia’s first designated Heritage Conservation district.
Re-opening Spring 2022. Click the link for more information

Brick-Clad Christ Church
Services: Sundays: 8:00 am – Eucharist
First Sunday of each month - No 8:00am liturgy, but a celebration of the Eucharist at 11:00am.
Corridor Community Church
Drive-in Service - Sunday's at 10:30am
Online Service - Sunday's at 6:30pm
East Hants Historical Society
The Lower Selma Museum & Heritage Cemetery are open every day, 10:00am to 5:00pm.
Hardwood Lands Presbyterian Church
During this stage of dealing with the covid-19 pandemic, our churches are back to posting printed worship services.
Milford Heritage Baptist Church
Sunday School: 9:45am Sundays
Sunday Service: 11am & 6pm
Midweek Service: 7pm Wednesdays
Rawdon Hills United Church
Worship Regular Worship at RHUC is Sunday morning at 10:00am.
St. George's Church
Services - Sundays 9:30 am - Sung Eucharist
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