Event Listings for Wild Blueberry Harvest Festival

For your convenience you may peruse the Festival's over sixty wild blueberry themed events by selecting from the categories below, or you may sort our calendar of events by "date" or by "location" as well.

We also encourage you to view our list of "Taste of the Festival" food and beverage establishments who are offering a scrumptious assortment of wild blueberry menu items all festival long!


2011 Event Listings

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August 10

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

August 11

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

August 12

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

August 13

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

MALAGASH
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Blueberry Wine Fest at Jost Vineyards
Stop by at Jost Vineyards on Saturday August 13 from noon until 5:00pm for some Blueberry Festival Fun! Enjoy great music, friends and neighbours! Call 1-800-565-4567. Blueberry Wine will also be available for purchase.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

August 14

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

August 15

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

August 16

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

August 17

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

August 18

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

EARLTOWN
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Spray-free Wild Blueberry U-pick
Join us in our Earltown field for our second annual u-pick of spray-free wild blueberries August 18 - 21, from 10:00am - 8:00pm! Bring a hat, sunscreen and old clothes (this isn't an activity for your Sunday best)! Come with your family and pick a pint, a quart or a bucket and pay for what you pick. Learn about how wild blueberries used to be harvested or enjoy wild blueberry shortcake in the field. Find us between The Falls and Earltown on Hwy 311. Watch for the banner. Visit http://www.facebook.com/NSWildBlueberries for more details.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

TRURO
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Parkland Blueberry Fest
Blueberry Fest August 18th from 1:30 to 3:30pm at Parkland Truro in the gazebo. Come enjoy an afternoon of fun, featuring music, blueberry treats, and activities. We will also be selling tickets to win a basket full of blueberry products. 356 Young St, Truro. All are welcome.

August 19

BIBLE HILL
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Quilt & Hooked Rug Sale
The Quilters of St. David's United Church and the Rug Hookers of Northern Nova Scotia will be holding the 13th Annual Quilt and Hooked Rug sale on Friday, Aug. 19 from 9:00am - 5:00pm and Saturday Aug. 20 from 9:00am - 4:00pm at St. David's Church, Pictou Rd., Bible Hill.

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

EARLTOWN
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Spray-free Wild Blueberry U-pick
Join us in our Earltown field for our second annual u-pick of spray-free wild blueberries August 18 - 21, from 10:00am - 8:00pm! Bring a hat, sunscreen and old clothes (this isn't an activity for your Sunday best)! Come with your family and pick a pint, a quart or a bucket and pay for what you pick. Learn about how wild blueberries used to be harvested or enjoy wild blueberry shortcake in the field. Find us between The Falls and Earltown on Hwy 311. Watch for the banner. Visit http://www.facebook.com/NSWildBlueberries for more details.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

KEMPT SHORE
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Kempt Shore Bluegrass and Old-time music Festival
A three day family event in Kempt Shore overlooking the beautiful Minas Basin at the Peterson’s Festival Campground featuring the Maritime's best bands in bluegrass and oldtime music. Visit www.novascotiabluegrass.com for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

PARRSBORO
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Wild Blueberries at the NS Gem and Mineral
Nova Scotia Gem & Mineral Show, at the Fundy Geological Museum. Blueberry cake will be served daily at 2:00 pm along with a door prize draw of blueberries. Admission is $3.00 per person. For more information check out our website at http://museum.gov.ns.ca/fgm.

SPRINGHILL
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Wild Blueberry Day
Come pay tribute to Nova Scotia's wild blueberry and taste our wonderful blueberry products at the Springhill Miners Museum!

TRURO
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Healthy Habit Health Store
Come and enjoy blueberry tea and wheat-free blueberry muffins at Healthy Habit Health Store (112 Esplanade beside the via rail train station)!

TRURO
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WILD BLUEBERRY JAM - Festival Kick-off!
Come out to the Official Kick-off to the Festival in Downtown Truro (605 Prince Street) from 6:00pm– 9:30 pm. There will be a free outdoor concert featuring Blueberry Grunt LIVE on the roof of the Marigold Centre. Enjoy a celebrity pie-eating contest, bouncy house and fun for the kids, BBQ, wild blueberry desserts, including fresh blueberry crisp with proceeds going to the Bill Rawlinson Memorial Outreach Fund. Enter to win one of two $250 Downtown Truro shopping sprees and learn about other events occurring throughout the festival! Don't miss this anticipated event.

August 20

BIBLE HILL
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Quilt & Hooked Rug Sale
The Quilters of St. David's United Church and the Rug Hookers of Northern Nova Scotia will be holding the 13th Annual Quilt and Hooked Rug sale on Friday, Aug. 19 from 9:00am - 5:00pm and Saturday Aug. 20 from 9:00am - 4:00pm at St. David's Church, Pictou Rd., Bible Hill.

DEBERT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

EARLTOWN
 - 
Spray-free Wild Blueberry U-pick
Join us in our Earltown field for our second annual u-pick of spray-free wild blueberries August 18 - 21, from 10:00am - 8:00pm! Bring a hat, sunscreen and old clothes (this isn't an activity for your Sunday best)! Come with your family and pick a pint, a quart or a bucket and pay for what you pick. Learn about how wild blueberries used to be harvested or enjoy wild blueberry shortcake in the field. Find us between The Falls and Earltown on Hwy 311. Watch for the banner. Visit http://www.facebook.com/NSWildBlueberries for more details.

EARLTOWN
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Wild Blueberry Baking Contest
We know that it's August and it's hot, but whip up your favourite wild blueberry recipe and bring it out to the first wild blueberry baking contest at 3:00pm on August 20 (registration at 2:30pm) for a chance to win a prize. Even if you aren't a baker, come along to sample the treats and vote for your favourite. Let's see some blue teeth! Visit http://www.facebook.com/NSWildBlueberries for more details

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Blueberry, Salad and Ham Supper
Come out and enjoy salad and ham supper and blueberry desert on August 20, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm, at the Penial United Church in Five Islands. Admission $10 Adults / $5 Children

KEMPT SHORE
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Kempt Shore Bluegrass and Old-time music Festival
A three day family event in Kempt Shore overlooking the beautiful Minas Basin at the Peterson’s Festival Campground featuring the Maritime's best bands in bluegrass and oldtime music. Visit www.novascotiabluegrass.com for more information.

MASSTOWN
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All Things Blueberry at Masstown Market
Nestled in the heart of wild blueberry country, the Market has tons of fresh blueberries waiting for you. Just-picked blueberries from nearby Millen Farms arrive at our door daily. Enjoy them right out of the box, or sink your teeth into a warm blueberry biscuit, delight in all kinds of blueberry jams, jellies, and sauces, brew a cup of blueberry tea, take home a blueberry pie or a package of our blueberry maple muffins, discover local blueberry wines, or just cool off with a wild blueberry ice cream cone, sundae, or smoothie… Discover lots of other blueberry products and events here, too. Masstown Market, close to home, far from ordinary…

MASSTOWN
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Annual Wild Blueberry Potluck Supper
Annual Blueberry Potluck Supper Saturday August 20, 4:30 - 6:00pm at Masstown United Church, corner of Masstown Road and Highway #2. Potluck meal with a variety of blueberry desserts presented by Board of Stewards, Masstown United. Contact Joy Reid at 902-662-3515 or jreid19@hotmail.com.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry Processing Tour
Glenmore Farms will be conducting tours of Blueberry harvesting and their HACCP compliant Fresh Blueberry cleaning and packing facility at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event is weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

NORTH RIVER
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Wild Blueberry Ice Cream Sundaes
Come check out Molly's Dairy Bar and Abbey's Café: Featuring blueberry tea biscuits, blueberry muffins, blueberry pie, and blueberry sundaes with homemade sauce.

PARRSBORO
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Wild Blueberries at the NS Gem and Mineral
Nova Scotia Gem & Mineral Show, at the Fundy Geological Museum. Blueberry cake will be served daily at 2:00 pm along with a door prize draw of blueberries. Admission is $3.00 per person. For more information check out our website at http://museum.gov.ns.ca/fgm.

PARRSBORO
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Blueberry Supper
The Trinity United Church, on the corner of Queen and Dominion, will be hosting a Blueberry Supper from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the church hall. Come out and enjoy the evening; dinner is $10 per person, $5 for children under 12.

PARRSBORO
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Parrsboro Farmers' Market
Come to the Parrsboro Farmers' market from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Lions Den on King Street! We'll have lots of homemade delicious blueberry goodies available for purchase.

PUGWASH
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Pugwash Farmers Market
Come to the Pugwash Farmers Market from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at 10222 Durham Street. There will be wild blueberry treats and goodies for the whole family to enjoy, including our special home-made blueberry lemonade!

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Blueberry Tea & Bake Sale
The Fraser Cultural Centre (Main St) will be serving blueberry tea with musical entertainment from 10:00am until 2:00pm. There will be a sale of blueberries, bake sale and Blueberry Harvest Gifts.

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Blueberry Breakfast, Lunch & Supper
Come out to the Train Station Inn from 8:00am to 11:00am (café) and enjoy blueberry pancakes, jam, and muffins with tea. Lunch & Supper (Blueberry Desert) will take place in the railway car (11:30 am - 8pm) Contact 657-3222.

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Tatamagouche Farmers Market Blueberry Pie Eating Contest
Come to the Farmers Market! Pie eating contest times are 9:00am, 10:00am & 11:00am or until pies are gone. The categories are: Children 12 & under; Ages 13 - 18; 19 & over (men); 19 & over (women). Admission is free. Prizes will be awarded! Pies provided by Carole Downey and Downey's Blueberries.

TRURO
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Truro Farmers Market
On August 20 from 8:00 am - noon the Truro Farmers' Market will be featuring blueberry themed activities all morning, taking place in the parking lot location between Outram & Havlock St. Come out to the Truro Farmers' Market and Say Good Morning to Your Community.

TRURO
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Healthy Habit Health Store
Come and enjoy blueberry tea and wheat-free blueberry muffins at Healthy Habit Health Store (112 Esplanade beside the via rail train station)!

August 21

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

EARLTOWN
 - 
Spray-free Wild Blueberry U-pick
Join us in our Earltown field for our second annual u-pick of spray-free wild blueberries August 18 - 21, from 10:00am - 8:00pm! Bring a hat, sunscreen and old clothes (this isn't an activity for your Sunday best)! Come with your family and pick a pint, a quart or a bucket and pay for what you pick. Learn about how wild blueberries used to be harvested or enjoy wild blueberry shortcake in the field. Find us between The Falls and Earltown on Hwy 311. Watch for the banner. Visit http://www.facebook.com/NSWildBlueberries for more details.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

GREAT VILLIAGE
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Wild Blueberry Tea & Luncheon
A Wild Blueberry Tea & luncheon, consisting of sandwiches and Blueberry Desserts, will be held at St. James United Church , Great Village ,on Sunday, August 21st. from 12p.m- 1.30 pm. This is being held in conjunction with the Elizabeth Bishop Celebrations . An old fashioned Church service will be held at 10.15 am. in St. James Church. Come and enjoy the celebration and stay for lunch. Dress in period costume if so desired. All are welcome Adults $6.00 Children 6-12 $ 3.00 preschoolers free . Thanks, Carrie ( word this as you see fit!)

KEMPT SHORE
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Kempt Shore Bluegrass and Old-time music Festival
A three day family event in Kempt Shore overlooking the beautiful Minas Basin at the Peterson’s Festival Campground featuring the Maritime's best bands in bluegrass and oldtime music. Visit www.novascotiabluegrass.com for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry Processing Tour
Glenmore Farms will be conducting tours of Blueberry harvesting and their HACCP compliant Fresh Blueberry cleaning and packing facility at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event is weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

NORTH RIVER
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Wild Blueberry Ice Cream Sundaes
Come check out Molly's Dairy Bar and Abbey's Café: Featuring blueberry tea biscuits, blueberry muffins, blueberry pie, and blueberry sundaes with homemade sauce.

PARRSBORO
 - 
Wild Blueberries at the NS Gem and Mineral
Nova Scotia Gem & Mineral Show, at the Fundy Geological Museum. Blueberry cake will be served daily at 2:00 pm along with a door prize draw of blueberries. Admission is $3.00 per person. For more information check out our website at http://museum.gov.ns.ca/fgm.

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Blueberry Breakfast, Lunch & Supper
Come out to the Train Station Inn from 8:00am to 11:00am (café) and enjoy blueberry pancakes, jam, and muffins with tea. Lunch & Supper (Blueberry Desert) will take place in the railway car (11:30 am - 8pm) Contact 657-3222.

August 22

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry Processing Tour
Glenmore Farms will be conducting tours of Blueberry harvesting and their HACCP compliant Fresh Blueberry cleaning and packing facility at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event is weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

OXFORD
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Wild Blueberry Amazing Race
Come out and get active with the Wild Blueberry Amazing Race. Help kick off a week of wild blueberry events in Oxford at 11:00a.m. at the Oxford Lions Park. For more information contact Linda Cloney at 447-2798.

PARRSBORO
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Rose Cousins
One of Canada’s most gifted singer/songwriters, Rose Cousins, will showcase her style and talent on the Ship’s Company stage. The show starts at 8:00pm at Ship’s Company Theatre and is extremely popular. Enjoy blueberry products as well! You would be best to book your tickets ahead. Call the box office at 1-800-565-SHOW(7469).

August 23

BIBLE HILL
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NSPE Wild Blueberry Entertainment Stage
Come out and celebrate the kick off to the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition in Bible Hill at 7:00pm. The opening ceremonies will take place on the Wild Blueberry entertainment stage with Fireworks to follow (weather permitting). For more information, visit www.nspe.ca

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry Processing Tour
Glenmore Farms will be conducting tours of Blueberry harvesting and their HACCP compliant Fresh Blueberry cleaning and packing facility at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The event is weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

OXFORD
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Wild Blueberry Movie
Enjoy a movie and wild blueberry ice cream at the Oxford Capital Theatre at 2:00 p.m. Cost is $2.00. Call the movie line, 447-2068, after Aug. 15th for the movie listing.

August 24

BIBLE HILL
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NSPE Wild Blueberry Entertainment Stage
Entertainment on the Wild Blueberry stage will include Maritime Marionettes “Jack and the Beanstalk” at 2:00pm, followed by Mr. J’s Magic show at 3:00pm. Kicking off the night is the NSPE Talent Show auditions starting at 4:30pm and Wayne Elliott presents “A Night of Homegrown Fiddling” at 7:30pm. For more information, visit www.nspe.ca

DEBERT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Come out and pick your own wild blueberries from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, weather permitting, at 159 George Weatherby Rd. in Debert. This event is not hosted on Mondays or Tuesdays. Please call ahead to Tony or Sandra Phillips at 662-3399. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MILLBROOK
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Luskikn Sampling
The Glooscap Heritage Centre (65 Treaty Trail) will be serving Tea and Luskikn (a traditional Mi'kmaq bread) and blueberries. Blueberries played a big part in Mi'kmaq life as a medicinal plant and a source of dye for quills and baskets. Come join us to find out more about the blueberry connection. Located at the Power Centre.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

OXFORD
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Wild Blueberry Teddy Bear Picnic
Teddy Bear Picnic at the Oxford Lion's Park at 11:00 a.m. Come out and enjoy the festivities and be sure not to forget your teddy bear!

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Sara Bonnyman Blueberry Pottery Tour
Tour on Aug 24 and Aug 31, from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Blueberry juice will be served. 902-657-3215. Visit Sarabonnymanpottery.com.

TRURO
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Truro Farmers Market
The Truro Farmers’ Market will be hosting an incredible picnic on Wednesday evening from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the old Fire Hall (corner of Young & Prince St). There will be a chef demo once again this year, along with a pig roast and a special blueberry dessert to satisfy your taste buds. All are welcome.

August 25

BIBLE HILL
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NSPE Wild Blueberry Entertainment Stage
Entertainment on the Wild Blueberry stage will start at 2:00pm with Mr J’s Magic Show followed by the John Simms Trio with some great music at 3:00pm. We will get another chance to see the Maritime Marionettes perform “Jack and the Beanstalk” at 4:00pm. NSPE Talent shows will host day 2 of auditions starting at 5:00pm and Paul Randy Mingo will close the night out with some old-time rock n’ roll at 8:30pm. For more information, visit www.nspe.ca

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

GLENHOLME
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Wild Blueberry Open Mic Night
Enjoy wild blueberry goodies, great live music and maybe take your turn on stage at Hidden Hilltop Family Campground, 2600 Hwy 4, Glenholme, 6:30pm 9:30pm. Call 1-866-662-3391 or 1-902-662-3391 or visit www.hiddenhilltop.com for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

RIVER PHILIP
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Wild Blueberry Dinner
There will be a delicious Wild Blueberry Dinner from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the River Philip Community Hall on Wyvern Road. The meal will include a casserole dinner with wild blueberry desserts. Admission $8

SPRINGHILL
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Springhill Farmers Market
Springhill Farmers' Market hosts vendors with fresh produce, blueberries, eggs, home baking, homemade chocolates, hand crafted items, wood carvings, jewelry and much more! The Farmer’s Market is held at the Dr. Carson & Marion Murray Community Centre every Thursday from 10:00am - 2:00pm with FREE ADMISSION. Phone 763-3000.

TRURO
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Tea & Blueberry Desserts
Come to Sobeys, 68 Robie Street, and enjoy blueberry goodies, such as Blueberry Cinnamon rolls and other delicious home-made blueberry desserts. Beverages include tea, coffee and juice, which will all be served from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. in the Sobeys community room named “Colchester Place.” This event is free admission and all ages are welcome.

August 26

AMHERST
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Amherst Farmers Market
Weekly Farmers Market at the Amherst Lion's Club, Electric Street, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Come out and listen to a piper while at the market. Featuring fresh wild blueberries for sale, home baked blueberry treats, blueberry themed crafts, and face painting! Enter the draw for a 10lb box of blueberries each Friday!

BIBLE HILL
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NSPE Wild Blueberry Entertainment Stage
Friday afternoon will be the host to Mr. J’s Magic Show at 2:00pm and Tailor Made Trio slotted to play some tunes at 3:00pm. NSPE Talent Show Auditions day 3 will take place at 4:30 pm and Ian Stewart’s Comedy Hypnosis act will close the night starting at 8:00pm. For more information, visit www.nspe.ca

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

OXFORD
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Wild Blueberry Scavenger Hunt
Join us at the Wild Blueberry Scavenger Hunt at 11:00 a.m. at the Oxford Lions Park. Prizes to be awarded. For more information, call Linda Cloney at 447-2798.

PARRSBORO
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Blueberry Pie and Ice Cream
There will be blueberry desserts and blueberry ice cream, tea and coffee served daily from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on August 26, 27 and 28 at the Ottawa House Museum in Parrsboro.

TRURO
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Wild Blueberry Kitchen Party
The Colchester Historical Museum in Truro will be hosting a Wild Blueberry Kitchen Party on August 26th, featuring a marvelous assortment of blueberry desserts, the "New Beginners" Planter exhibit, and a musical performance by Doris McKinley and friends. Time: 7:00 pm

TRURO
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Tea & Blueberry Desserts
Come to Sobeys, 68 Robie Street, and enjoy blueberry goodies, such as Blueberry Cinnamon rolls and other delicious home-made blueberry desserts. Beverages include tea, coffee and juice, which will all be served from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. in the Sobeys community room named “Colchester Place.” This event is free admission and all ages are welcome.

August 27

AMHERST
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Blueberry Festival Breakfest
On Saturday, Aug 27 from 8:00 - 11:00am the Amherst Masonic Society will be hosting a breakfast at the Masonic Temple, 20 Lawrence Street, Amherst. Enjoy a great deal on a hot breakfast of blueberry pancakes, sausages or bacon, homefries, white or whole wheat toast, and coffee, tea, or juice.

BIBLE HILL
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NSPE Wild Blueberry Entertainment Stage
Entertainment on the Wild Blueberry Stage will kick off with the Children’s Talent competition at 11:00am with Razz-ma-tazz putting on a show for the kids at 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Mr. J’s Magic Show will run at 4:00pm followed by the NSPE Talent Show Finals starting at 6:00pm. For more information, visit www.nspe.ca

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

ECONOMY
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Blueberry Dessert Games Night
Blueberry Dessert Games Night is sponsored by the Board of Stewards, Economy United Church. Event begins at 7:00pm at the Economy Rec Centre & includes blueberry desserts, board games and card games. Cost is $5/person.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MASSTOWN
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All Things Blueberry at Masstown Market
Nestled in the heart of wild blueberry country, the Market has tons of fresh blueberries waiting for you. Just-picked blueberries from nearby Millen Farms arrive at our door daily. Enjoy them right out of the box, or sink your teeth into a warm blueberry biscuit, delight in all kinds of blueberry jams, jellies, and sauces, brew a cup of blueberry tea, take home a blueberry pie or a package of our blueberry maple muffins, discover local blueberry wines, or just cool off with a wild blueberry ice cream cone, sundae, or smoothie… Discover lots of other blueberry products and events here, too. Masstown Market, close to home, far from ordinary…

MUSQUODOBOIT
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Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

PARRSBORO
 - 
Blueberry Pie and Ice Cream
There will be blueberry desserts and blueberry ice cream, tea and coffee served daily from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on August 26, 27 and 28 at the Ottawa House Museum in Parrsboro.

PARRSBORO
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Parrsboro Farmers Market
Come to the Parrsboro Farmers' market from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Lions Den on King Street! We'll have lots of homemade delicious blueberry goodies available for purchase.

PARRSBORO
 - 
Tonveta's Blueberry Fest
Come to the Lions Arena in Parrsboro for Tonveta's Blueberry Fest! Featuring the master of Wilf Carter Tripple Yodel: Paul Belanger, along with Dave Anderson, Don Haggart and Keith Delong! Call Vonetta at (902) 686-3876 for times, tickets, or for more information!

PUGWASH
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Pugwash Farmers Market
Come to the Pugwash Farmers Market from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at 10222 Durham Street. There will be wild blueberry treats and goodies for the whole family to enjoy, including our special home-made blueberry lemonade!

RIVER JOHN
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Blueberry Harvest Tea & Bake Sale
Come out to the 2nd annual blueberry harvest tea & bake sale at the River John Community Hall. Enjoy tea, sandwiches and sweets or purchase some delicious blueberry treats. Admission $5

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Annual Blueberry Tea & Bake Sale
Head down to the Brule Community Centre (Hwy 6) for their Annual Blueberry Tea & Bake Sale! This event runs from 2 until 4 p.m. Includes: Bake Table, Used Paperback Books, New to You Table, Clowns (Balloon Puppets) and Entertainment by Musik Makers. Admission: Adults $5 and Children $3. For more information, please call 657-0835 or 657-9336.

TRURO
 - 
Wild Blueberry Pancake Breakfest
Pancake Breakfast from 8:00 am - 11:00 am, hosted by The Salvation Army, 14 Outram St., Truro. Menu includes blueberry pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, toast, tea coffee, juice. Adults $6; children $3. All are Welcome!

WALLACE
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All-You-Can-Eat Salad Supper
Come to Wallace Community Hall and enjoy an all-you-can-eat supper from 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. All guests are welcome! For further information call Joanne at 257-2788.

WESTCHESTER
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Blueberry Social
Come on out to the Westchester Fire Hall (Exit 8 off hwy 104 cobequid pass) and enjoy the day—there’s something for everyone! Have a favorite recipe? Then get baking and submit an entry for the judging. Simply bring your dish to the Fire Hall for a chance to win! There will be plenty of vendors selling blueberry products, a 50/50 draw, door prizes and a basket of goodies will be raffled off! And of course, there will be a bake sale filled with fresh goodies for everyone. Live Music entertainment by Roberta Stewart & friends. Refreshments: $4 (Tea, Coffee or Blueberry drink & dessert). For more information, contact Polly: 548-2473, Judy: 548-2483 or Laverne: 548-2875

August 28

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
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Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

PARRSBORO
 - 
Blueberry Pie and Ice Cream
There will be blueberry desserts and blueberry ice cream, tea and coffee served daily from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on August 26, 27 and 28 at the Ottawa House Museum in Parrsboro.

August 29

AMHERST
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Sun n Fun Outdoor Extravaganza
Come out to Maggies Place in Amherst at 11 Elmwood Drive from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Join the Maggies Place team for an afternoon of fun, games, art, songs, a blueberry snack and much, much more. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Free Admission. Call 667-7250 to register. Rain Date: Wednesday, August 31st: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

ECONOMY
 - 
Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
 - 
Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

OXFORD
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Cumberland County Exhibition
Don't miss the Cumberland County Exhibition! The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It started as a one-day show, changed to 3 days, and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. Be sure to check the website for more information, and/or for a schedule of events: http://cumberlandcountyexhibition.canadianwebs.com/schedule.html

PARRSBORO
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The Hupman Brothers
Come out to Ship’s Company Theatre and enjoy the Original blues sounds of The Hupman Brothers, one of Nova Scotia’s most popular contemporary touring bands. Featuring special blueberry products! The show starts at 8:00 pm and it would be best to book your tickets ahead. Call the box office at 1-800-565-SHOW(7469).

August 30

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
 - 
Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MUSQUODOBOIT
 - 
Wild Blueberry U-Pick
Glenmore Farms will be hosting a u-pick at 1224 Glenmore Road, Middle Musquodoboit from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. All dates are weather dependent; calling ahead would be advisable at 902-384-2734.

OXFORD
 - 
Cumberland County Exhibition
Don't miss the Cumberland County Exhibition! The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It started as a one-day show, changed to 3 days, and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. Be sure to check the website for more information, and/or for a schedule of events: http://cumberlandcountyexhibition.canadianwebs.com/schedule.html

August 31

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
 - 
Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

OXFORD
 - 
Cumberland County Exhibition
Don't miss the Cumberland County Exhibition! The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It started as a one-day show, changed to 3 days, and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. Be sure to check the website for more information, and/or for a schedule of events: http://cumberlandcountyexhibition.canadianwebs.com/schedule.html

TATAMAGOUCHE
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Sara Bonnyman Blueberry Pottery Tour
Tour on Aug 24 and Aug 31, from 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Blueberry juice will be served. 902-657-3215. Visit Sarabonnymanpottery.com.

September 01

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
 - 
Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

OXFORD
 - 
Cumberland County Exhibition
Don't miss the Cumberland County Exhibition! The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It started as a one-day show, changed to 3 days, and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. Be sure to check the website for more information, and/or for a schedule of events: http://cumberlandcountyexhibition.canadianwebs.com/schedule.html

SPRINGHILL
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Springhill Farmers Market
Springhill Farmers' Market hosts vendors with fresh produce, blueberries, eggs, home baking, homemade chocolates, hand crafted items, wood carvings, jewelry and much more! The Farmer’s Market is held at the Dr. Carson & Marion Murray Community Centre every Thursday from 10:00am - 2:00pm with FREE ADMISSION. Phone 763-3000.

September 02

ECONOMY
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Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
 - 
Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

OXFORD
 - 
Cumberland County Exhibition
Don't miss the Cumberland County Exhibition! The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It started as a one-day show, changed to 3 days, and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. Be sure to check the website for more information, and/or for a schedule of events: http://cumberlandcountyexhibition.canadianwebs.com/schedule.html

September 03

ECONOMY
 - 
Glooscap Country Bazaar
Stop at the Glooscap Country Bazaar in Central Economy throughout the festival and enjoy all our blueberry jams, jellies, cakes, pies, and crafts. Contact 647-2920 for more information.

FIVE ISLANDS
 - 
Five Islands Bazaar
Stop at Five Islands Bazaar throughout the festival and check out our assortment of Wild Blueberry jams, baked goods, and our variety of crafts and quilts. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 254-5610 for more information.

MASSTOWN
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All Things Blueberry at Masstown Market
Nestled in the heart of wild blueberry country, the Market has tons of fresh blueberries waiting for you. Just-picked blueberries from nearby Millen Farms arrive at our door daily. Enjoy them right out of the box, or sink your teeth into a warm blueberry biscuit, delight in all kinds of blueberry jams, jellies, and sauces, brew a cup of blueberry tea, take home a blueberry pie or a package of our blueberry maple muffins, discover local blueberry wines, or just cool off with a wild blueberry ice cream cone, sundae, or smoothie… Discover lots of other blueberry products and events here, too. Masstown Market, close to home, far from ordinary…

OXFORD
 - 
Cumberland County Exhibition
Don't miss the Cumberland County Exhibition! The Cumberland County Exhibition, under the auspices of the Oxford Agriculture Society, has been in operation since 1918. It started as a one-day show, changed to 3 days, and now runs a full 6 days including 4H events. Be sure to check the website for more information, and/or for a schedule of events: http://cumberlandcountyexhibition.canadianwebs.com/schedule.html

PARRSBORO
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Parrsboro Farmers Market
Come to the Parrsboro Farmers' market from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Lions Den on King Street! We'll have lots of homemade delicious blueberry goodies available for purchase.

PUGWASH
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Pugwash Farmers Market
Come to the Pugwash Farmers Market from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at 10222 Durham Street. There will be wild blueberry treats and goodies for the whole family to enjoy, including our special home-made blueberry lemonade!

September 10

AMHERST
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Annual Blueberry Dance
Cumberland Twirlers Blueberry Finalé. Come and have fun at our last annual dance at Amherst Regional High School, 190 Willow St, Amherst from 8:00 p.m. until 10:00 pm. $12 per couple. Mainstream and rounds, lunch and prizes. Callers: Doug Leaman & Faye Germon; Cuer: Beth Dickinson. Contact: Gerry & Marion McLellan (902) 447-2857, mclellan.gm@ns.sympatico.ca, for more information.

September 21

WENTWORTH
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Wild Blueberry Quilt Fair and Sweets
Wentworth United Church Women's Quilt Fair is from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. All guests are welcome. If you have any quilts that you would like to have displayed or any quilts for sale, please contact Marie @ 548-2289 or Twila @ 548-2223. There will also be guest displayers with wild blueberry themed products. Admission for quilt display: $2 Admission for desserts: $3

September 22

WENTWORTH
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Wild Blueberry Quilt Fair and Sweets
Wentworth United Church Women's Quilt Fair is from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. All guests are welcome. If you have any quilts that you would like to have displayed or any quilts for sale, please contact Marie @ 548-2289 or Twila @ 548-2223. There will also be guest displayers with wild blueberry themed products. Admission for quilt display: $2 Admission for desserts: $3

 

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