Here's a good reason to get up bright and early tomorrow -- the Holiday Spirit Craft Fair in at the Rebekah Music Hall in Bear River.  With over 20 artists, a silent auction, live music and refreshments throughout the day, this sounds like tons of fun for the whole family! 

 

As we head toward the holiday season, you'll want to take full advantage of the many wonderful local shoppertunities, business events and social occasions on offer - all the more reason to be informed about interacting with crowds and staying healthy while doing so.

No more waiting:  If you're a resident of Nova Scotia, you can now receive the H1N1 vaccine should you wish to have it.  The province's medical community believes we are at, or near, the peak of this flu cycle, but we will continue to keep you updated.  Here's the latest.

 

NEW AGRICULTURAL REPORT PUBLISHED
The Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture commissioned novaknowledge to produce a Report Card assessing the environmental performance of our agricultureal sector.  More information is available here.

Excellent news!  The Farmers & Traders Market will stay open an additional three weeks this year.  Dates and details about the annual Harvest Contest are available here!

Discover the passion and artistry of Nova Scotia's winemakers and some of our province's finest chefs.  At this year's Fall Wine Festival, take part in one of the grape stomps, indulge in an elegant night out at a wine dinner, or sign up for one of the wine education seminars.  With over 55 events celebrating local wines, there's something for every palate.  Check out all the details!

The Bay of Fundy Tourism Partnership, headed by Terri McCulloch, is expanding its network of Recommended Experiences by opening up the program to new applicants in the Fundy region.  As you probably know, Terri's work to promote the Bay has reached an international audience with its inclusion in the the New7Wonders contest.  This is an opportunity you shouldn't miss!

Producers of the new big budget remake of Moby Dick have commissioned local chairmaker John Fowler for a very special project.  Read all about this good news story!

ATTENTION TOURISM PARTNERS & RELATED BUSINESSES

Save the date!  September 29 is when you'll have the opportunity to hear first-hand the findings of tourism consultant Roger Brooks who secretly visited our region last month.  It is imperative that we heed and act on his recommendations.  Here's what you need to know about this presentation.

Last year's event in Annapolis Royal attracted 2,000 hungry picnic-goers who were celebrating the chance to eat local.  Don't miss this amazing opportunity on Sunday, August 24, to meet some of our region's best growers and producers, large and small.  This year, wine is also on the menu!

 

Fourteen years and going strong, Annapolis Royal's Paint the Town event has become a must-do event!  This Friday and Saturday, come see art in action, as dozens of artists create works in and around Annapolis Royal, and then take your favorite piece home from the auction.

Here's what you need to know!