Maggie's Journal

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This is my horoscope for today. It's rather a good one, I think I'll keep it for a while. "This is a time for getting a little loose and wild with friends, going dancing, or doing something out of the ordinary that is stimulating and fun. You meet interesting new people and are more open to people who are quite different from yourself." Where is the dance this weekend? There's one in St. Peter's Monday evenings at 7 in the United Church hall. $5.00 We'll be there, will you?

Posted by Maggie Davis At 12:51 PM Location United Church Hall, St. Peter's | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Marble Mountain Family Fun Day noon - 6 today at the wharf and beach.

There will be games with prizes for the kids. Magician! Juggler! Face painting! Live music and singing by fabulous local talent on the stage! Dancing, merriment! Food and soft drinks on the wharf! Poker Run! Duck Race!

It will be fun for all - come join us!

* Kindly refain from smoking at this event to set a good example for kids and be considerate of those who are affected by tobacco smoke. Tapadh leat!

Posted by Maggie Davis At 7:54 AM Location Marble Mountain Beach and Wharf | Permalink | Comments (0)

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St. George's Channel Hall will hold their annual Hog & Hen BBQ tomorrow afternoon, Saturday, August 7, followed by Irish Pub Night with Irish music and open mic. Great food will be accompanied by great Irish music and phenomenal local talent.

The bbq will take place from 12:00 noon until 6:00, then open mic from 7:00 to midnight, music all day, if it's the same as last year. (Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.) 

It promises to be lots of fun for everyone and good craic, as the Irish say. There may be good beer from the Wolfville microbrewery again this year, I haven't heard anything about that this year.

We plan to arrive at 7 for Pub Night and Open Mic.  Come join us for a very good time!

Posted by Maggie Davis At 10:42 AM Location St. George's Channel Hall | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Well, that was a good time! The party commenced at 3:00, according to the invitation. We arrived at 5:00 to find the 6 or so musicians fully engaged and the folks all fed on hot dogs. The music greeted us as we got out of the car a few feet down the road. There were salads of varied kinds, chips, dips and marvelous chocolate cake. Deb handed out ice cream bars. Nothing beats a summer party on the deck, especially one with good musicians and singers.

We got to see friends and make some new ones. There were quite a few folks from the St. George's Channel area and Ross Point. Kit and I were the only ones from Marble Mountain, though Iris should count as she was born here, Gabi & Martin from BHI, and another "out of control" couple from Cleveland, as we were described as being much like them. I am surprised at the people who didn't show up, some from MM and Malagawatch who assured us they would be there. I wonder what else was happening last night that pulled people to other gatherings. It was their loss, everyone had a great time.

Thanks, Rob & Louise, for the great party!

Posted by Maggie Davis At 7:31 AM Location Ross Point | Permalink | Comments (0)

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The tickets are selling out quickly. Already some of the concerts are sold out and tickets have only been on sale for 2 days. If you want to attend any concerts, I higly recommend you hurry and get them NOW, right this very minute.

Our favorites are the local concerts. We always attend Whycocomagh, Lower River, Orangedale, Judique and Glendale.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 8:48 PM Location Cape Breton Island | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Location: Marble Mountain

Date: 05/22/2010

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Bake sale, house plants, garden plants, vegetable plants, fine jewelry and semi-precious stones, beautiful art knitting, salad trays with a variety of lettuce and herbs, silk clothing, flea market items, crafts, etc.

Tables available to rent.

Directions: Marble Mountain Community Hall

Contact Name: Alice

Phone Number: 756-2013

Posted by Maggie Davis At 5:28 PM Location Marble Mountain Hall | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Last night's event was a success. It was well-attended and the speaker was excellent. The Maritime Inn did an excellent job with the food - again.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 9:55 PM Location Bear Head Room, Civic Centre, Port Hawkesbury | Permalink | Comments (0)

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This is what is being offered at supper time Wednesday, Thursday and lunch on Friday. If you make a reservation, please honor it or cancel it so someone else can enjoy dining in the restaurant.

SOUP:

Potato Bacon and Sweet Corn Chowder/ $4

Mussels and Vegetable Cream Soup/ $4

APPETIZER:

Shallot and Wild Mushroom Tart/ $6

Baby Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad/$6

ENTREE:

Trio of Beef Mini Burger, Beef Stew, and Steak/$16

Pan Fried Digby Scallops with Barley Risotto/ $16

VEGETARIAN:

Caramelized Butternut Squash, Sweet Potato and Ricotta Lasagna with a Roasted Pepper Coulis/ $10

DESSERT:

Maple Chiffon Cake with Old Fashioned Boiled Icing and Blueberry Sorbet/ $5.

Annapolis Valley Apple and Buttermilk Tart/$5

_______________________________________________________________________________________ Here is the lunch menu for Wednesday and Thursday.

START:

Daily Soup Creation 3

Sweet Potato Frites with Curry Mayonnaise 3

Romaine Hearts with Caesar Vinaigrette, Reggianno Chards, and Buttered Croutons 4

Panko Crusted Onions with Grilled Striploin Steak, Champs and Scallion Caper Green Sauce 7

Homemade Fettuccine with Spicy Butterflied Shrimp, Tomato White Wine Cream Sauce, Basil and Feta 6

Beer Battered Haddock Loins, Frites, Classic Tarter Sauce, and Slaw 7

Roast Turkey Panini with Sweet Peppers, Grainy Mustard Aioli, Caramelized Onions, Provolone, and Frites 6

Smoked Ham Panini with Tomato, Spinach, Mozzarella, Basil and Frites 6

FINISH:

Butterscotch Meringue Tart 4

Chocolate Sticky Toffee Pudding 5

Dawn 625-4296 "We are fully booked for our evening service slot for this week, but do have lunch openings for Wednesday and Thursday."

Posted by Maggie Davis At 10:05 AM Location Port Hastings | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Message from Jessica:

Bliadhna mhath ur.

An all day Gaelic immersion session with Jeff MacDonald will be held Monday, Jan 11.

It will run from 9:30/10:00 to 3:30/4:00. The fee is $20.00 and includes lunch and tea.

Please let Jessica MacLennan or me know ASAP so she can finalize the plans.

Thanks.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 9:33 AM Location Blues Mills | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Sunday afternoon art sessions at the channel hall 2 to 4. Join us when you can.

Thank you, Berni, for including us.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 9:05 AM Location St. George's Channel Hall | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Attention Artist and Artisans

On Thursday, Oktober 15, in conjunction with CELTIC COLOURS, artists and artisans are invited to show/sell their artwork and crafts at the St. Georges Channel Community Hall. The Hall venue will be part of the advertised Celtic Colours Artisan and Studio Tour.

It will start at 10.00 - ......

To arrange for a display table, please contact Dawn Haloun at 345-2242

Yvonne

Visit my website www.piczo.com/art-knitting

St.Georges Channel Community Hall

Thursday, 15. October

Celtic Colours, artwork and crafts

please come and visite my table

Posted by Maggie Davis At 7:28 AM Location St. Georges Channel Community Hall | Permalink | Comments (0)

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One of our weekend guests is a musician. Drop by for a visit if you want to jam or enjoy some home made music. They will be here this evbening until Tuesday.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 11:10 AM Location Home | Permalink | Comments (0)

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http://www.francesoram.com/

Frances does very lovely art work that has a very special, unique charm. Click on the link to see her work. I hope you enjoy it!

Posted by Maggie Davis At 11:15 AM Location Hay Cove | Permalink | Comments (0)

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During my recent stint in Halifax I met a gentleman, Alan Griffiths, who had recently moved here and is pursuing his niche line of work in old photography. Check out his work, it's quite interesting. www.luminous-lint.com

As he says : “I‘ve created this website because I love photography, and feel we can work together to create a quality resource. If you can help out with a biography, some images, anecdotes or anything that helps us better put photography in context, send me an email. I hope you enjoy this resource as much as I enjoy bringing it all together.”

All the best, Alan Griffiths

alan@luminous-lint.com

Posted by Maggie Davis At 10:26 AM Location Halifax www.luminous-lint.com | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Announcing the L’Arche Cape Breton Annual Christmas Pageant “The Legend of the Poinsettia” on Sunday, December 14th, 2:00pm. It is a traditional Mexican Christmas story that will be performed by members of L’Arche Cape Breton. It promises to be an experience to remember.

The Joyful Noise Choir will be performing. Workshop Crafts will be offered for sale before and after the presentation. Tea and treats will be served.

Donations will be gratefully accepted at the door.

http://www.strathspeyplace.com/frame-calendar.htm

Posted by Maggie Davis At 5:31 AM Location Strathspey Place, Mabou | Permalink | Comments (0)

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See many pictures of Yvonne's beautiful work here. www.piczo.com/art-knitting

Art-Knitting (Kunststricken) is a special art of knitting. It requires patience and dexterity. The result is very rewarding. You see very delicate stitches on each of my products. It is knitted with very thin (1.5mm) needles, sometimes it involves more than 8 needles at a time. The patterns are of European designs. I have to follow very strictly the given pattern and every mistake will show. It is a time-consuming work of art.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 12:00 AM Location Deer Farm | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Visit local studios and galleries October 18 & 19, 2-5:

Millie Jeffery #3357 Tel. 345.2376

Berni Thorneycroft #3170 Tel. 345.0707

Cleveland.

Ingre Hungershausen 269 Helmut Lane Tel. 625.1202

West Bay

Elizabeth Finnigan 636 MacKenzie Point Tel. 345.2526

Thank you Berni for sending the information.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 9:06 AM Location St. George's Channel, Cleveland, West Bay | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Last night we attended the Bruce Guthro concert with George and Carolyn and we all loved it. The concert was a blast and we'd do it again in a heartbeat. As it states on his website "Troubadour and storyteller, Bruce's music gets to the heart of the matter, and his success can be attributed to his ability to connect with his audience." and he really does develop a rapport with his audience, especially here on Cape Breton where so many people know him personally. There were people in the audience who lived in his neighborhood and who went to school with him. I have to wonder if his repartee was more relaxed on home turf or if this is his standard performance everywhere. Here's the weblink to his site. www.bruceguthro.com

Bruce performed a couple of new pieces that were soulful and moving and he performed them very, very well, of course (goes without saying, yes?). Could we get him to perform at the Marble Mountain / Malagawatch Amphitheater when it opens later this year or next year? He'd have to return from Europe first, which I'm sure he'd be happy to do .

The Shannon Studio Theater is a small, intimate venue. The seats are comfortable and roomy. You can see of a picture of it here. www.phcivic.com It holds probably no more than 100 people, if that. It's one of the nicest places I've ever been in for a concert. The next few presentations in the Shannon Studio are Matt Anderson to Play Mar 15, 2008, David Myles to Perform May 24, 2008, Jill and Matthew Barber Sibling Tour Apr 12, 2008 - that would be a nice birthday present. Matt Anderson and David Myles get Bruce Guthro's endorsement, Jill Barber gets my endorsement. So get your tickets and join us there!

Bruce, when are you coming back? Denmark is a remarkable country full of remarkable people, it must be difficult to leave there ... like leaving Cape Breton.

I woke up with an awful weather headache yesterday and it finally started to wane at dinner time. I was afraid to move or tap my feet for fear it would return. My head was still feeling like it had been put through a wringer washer at the start of the concert but by the time an hour had gone by I was feeling great. It's the healing effect of music, for sure.

Posted by Maggie Davis At 9:27 AM Location Shannon Room, Port Hawkesbury Civic Center | Permalink | Comments (0)