Come test your wits & win prizes! 3 Rounds – 12 general knowledge questions each round. Play solo, or form a team. Funniest team name gets showered with accolades. Hosted by your man – Ruarí Aonghas Lonce Murphy, every Thursday Night 8PM

Upcoming ceilidhs at the pub:

October 5 - Dara Smith-MacDonald and Adam Young
October 12 - Mike Barron
October 19 - Leanne Aucoin
October 26 - Gillian Head

Open for Dine In service & Take Out Daily 4-9pm

Breakfast Buffet Daily 8-10am $14 all you can stuff in your purse

Please call 1-844-733-4662 or visit thefrolic.ca to order anytime during open hours

Upcoming events at the Frolic and Folk Pub

All tickets available at thefrolic.ca

October 31 - Steve Poltz (SOLD OUT)
November 16 - David Myles (SOLD OUT)

NSLC Agency Store with Beer, wine, spirits and coolers. Everyday convenience items, confections, tobacco and lottery are also available. Phone number is (902) 725-2000
Sunday to Thursday 10am-6pm.
Friday & Saturday 10am-8pm.

Jill's Chocolates are available at the Little Dipper in Iona.
Online orders at www.jillschocolates.com can be picked up at the Dipper as well. Furthermore, there is free shipping on orders over $70 in Nova Scotia.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the need for conserving water supplied from the Grand Narrows water reservoir, public washrooms, showers and laundry services are closed.
Large tank fill-ups will not be permitted.
We appreciate your understanding, and apologize for any inconvenience.

We are still accepting refundable recyclables here at the school. If you are dropping off Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 - 3 please leave them in the two small wooden boxes beside the shed at the top of the bus loop. If you are dropping off on weekends or after school hours, you can drive down to the garage and place the bags or boxes in the new shed beside the garage. We would like everyone to know that we are very appreciative of any and all donations of refundables. Thanks for your continued support of our school.

Thursday Night Meat Draw & Games Night
Every Thursday evening
Grandona Legion - Iona
Bar opens at 5pm

- Meat raffle tickets will be available for purchase
- Raffle draws at 6pm & 7pm with five chances to win each time
- Prizes available to win may include: Steak, Pork, Ground Beef, Ham & Fish
- Darts, cards and other games available to play between draws

COME HUNGRY... AVAILABLE FROM THE KITCHEN THIS WEEK (Oct 3):
HOT PULLED PORK ON A BUN ($5).

Come check it out!
Drop in for a game or hang out and socialize with a cold beverage.
19yrs and over

The Grandona Legion, Br 124, will be hosting a social gathering and information session on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 from 2-5pm.
The focus will be to inform Veterans in the local area, what resources are available for their benefit. This can be viewed as an opportunity for Veterans to meet others with shared experiences.

If you are a Veteran (Military and RCMP) who may be feeling that you are not receiving the services you deserve, you are welcome to attend along with any support person.

In attendance will be:
- Veterans Affairs (VAC)
- Canada House
- Narcotics Anonymous/Alcoholics Anonymous (NA/AA)
- Guitars for Vets
- RCL Br.124 Grandona

The afternoon is informal with no speeches or presentations.
Tables will be set up to visit at your own leisure.
There will be tea and a light lunch served throughout the afternoon. A cash bar will also be available (ATM on site).
Drop in anytime between 2-5PM.

We would like to see and meet as many Veterans as possible that Day.
Any feedback you may have will help us gauge how the Legion can help serve you better in the future.
We hope to have a fun social afternoon with you. If you have any questions, please e mail: info@rcl124grandona.ca prior to the event.

Anna Burke, Service Officer
John L MacNeil, President

The end of an era!
Following 30 years of service as the trusty bartender at Br. 124 Grandona Legion… Billy MacNeil has decided to retire.

Please join us at the Legion on
Sunday Sept 29th at 2 pm
to celebrate this milestone with Billy and wish him well in his future endeavors.
Bar Service and Tea will be available.

“I would like to thank Billy for his 30 years of service, dedication to the Legion, his honesty and integrity, but most of all for his friendly attitude towards our customers” … John L MacNeil, President

Join us every Monday night for a fun game of BINGO!

PLEASE NOTE: In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, BINGO is CANCELLED for Monday, Sept. 30th.

Doors open at 6:30pm
Mini BINGO: 7:45pm
Regular games: 8:00pm
Cash only (ATM on-site)
Games include: Rising Jackpot, Regular Jackpot and Toonie Game
Players under 19yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

Monthly general meetings are scheduled for the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm
The next general meeting date: Wed. Oct. 2
All members are welcome to attend.

Current Bar Hours:
Saturday - Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 5-8pm
Friday: 6-11pm

Music:
Sept. 27: Corner Crew

Chase the Ace - Every Friday:
Chase the Ace ticket winner for Sept. 27: Stevie MacDonald
Amount won: $342
Card Picked: Six of Hearts
Next weeks jackpot will start at $4,237.50 and with 45 cards

Chase the Ace Tickets will be on sale from 7:30-8:00pm every Friday at the Legion with draw shortly afterwards.
Tickets are $5 for one coloured ticket or $20 for a book of all four coloured tickets.
Ticket winner will win 20% of weekly sales plus a chance to draw the Ace of Spades to win the growing jackpot.
Participants must be 19yrs or older (bar will be open).
Complete details including "House Rules" can be found on the Legion Website (link above).

Tickets can be purchased during the week until 3pm Friday at:
- The Little Dipper Boutique (at the Iona Heights Inn)
- Darby's Old Church Kitchen (MacKinnon Harbour)

This lottery is in support of:
RCL124 Grandona, Grand Narrows Waterfront Dev. Society and Central Cape Breton Community Ventures Inc.
Thank you for your support!

Celebrate Halloween at Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village with a special lamplit, evening tour. Our costumed animators will share traditional spooky stories through live skits and storytelling. After the tour, enjoy a ceilidh with live music, fuarag and oatcakes in our Welcome Centre (included with admission).

*Please note that this popular event sells out every year. Space is limited and prepaid reservations are required. Unfortunately, tickets cannot be sold at the door. No refunds or discounts.

Cost: $25.00 per adult/ $15.00 per child/ $65 per family (2 adults and school aged children)

Visit https://highland-village.checkfront.com/reserve to reserve your tickets,or phone (902) 725-2272.

Àros na Mara Centre first Àros na Mara Discovery Camp for children – Date: Sunday, September 29th , Ages: 4 and up, Time: 11 to 1. The Canadian Sea Turtle Network will be joining us from Halifax bringing a collection of specimens for children to touch along with providing a presentation. Cost: $10 per child or $25 for a family of 3 or more children. Snack provided. Parents must attend with children. Sponsored by: Central Cape Breton Community Ventures, Àros na Mara Centre

Seniors Social Community Gathering – Ages 55 and up – Starting on Wednesday, September 18th at the St. Columba Church Centre, Iona, 11am to 1pm. Come and enjoy a free light lunch with tea and coffee provided. Come out to socialize, meet new people and make new friends. Card and board games will be available for use. Learn about your community, listen to a presentation or visit with a friend. We ask that you please not wear scented products. Thank you for your understanding.

What’s happening and when: September 18th – Dealing with Grief, Cassandra Yonder; September 25th, Show and Tell what Iona and area looked like back in the day; October 2nd, Walking with Urban Poles Demo Session, Chris Woodford. Hosted by: CCBCVI, Wellness Committee and New Horizon for Seniors Program

Àros na Mara Learning & Discovery Centre - Iona Port

Discover the magic of the sea at Àros na Mara Learning & Discovery Centre! Immerse yourself in interactive exhibits, explore the marine life displays, and enjoy hands-on activities for all ages, including our touch tank.

🏠 Àros na Mara, Gaelic for "House of the Sea," invites you to explore, learn, and have fun!

🕐 Open Thursday to Sunday, 10am-2pm. Admission is by donation.

👉 Plan your visit today at www.arosnamara.ca and experience the wonders of the ocean firsthand!

- Iona Port Café

Iona Port Café – is closed, but may be open for special events. Thank you to all our supporters. It was nice enjoying a cuppa with you!

Àros na Mara Block Draw Fundraiser - Buy a block for $10 for your chance to win $500.

To purchase a block email: ccbcvi@gmail.com or Diane at red07russell@hotmail.com

Draw Date: October 12, 2024 or when blocks are all sold. 100 Blocks to be sold.

Lottery Permit # AGD-343820-24

> Thank you for your support – Central Cape Breton Community Ventures

Féis an Eilein Gaelic Classes - Fall 2024

Intermediate/Advanced - Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm - 6-week session - Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15 For those who are comfortable holding everyday conversations in Gaelic (eg. can talk about common topics like daily activities and weather using past, present and future tense)

Advanced beginner - Mondays 2-4 pm - 6-week session - Oct. 28, Nov. 4, 18, 25, Dec 2, 9 For those with some previous exposure to Gaelic (eg. can use some basic Gaelic words, phrases, and greetings)

Instructor: Hannah Krebs

Cost: $30 for 6 weeks

Classes will be taught using the Gàidhlig aig Baile immersion method, and hosted in a home sestting in Christmas Island. We are grateful for financial support from Oifis Iomairtean na Gàidhlig | The Office of Gaelic Affairs.

For more information or to register, please contact Hannah Krebs, hannah_krebs@yahoo.ca.

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Darts Friday At 7.30 Fun night bar open

ST. BARRA PARISH – FIRST COMMUNION: A short meeting for First Communion Candidates/parents will be held on Saturday, September 21, after the 4 p.m. Mass at St. Columba Church, Iona. The “home program” books will be handed out and any questions you may have will be addressed. Children in Grade 2 and up are eligible to receive their First Communion. The date of First Communion will be Saturday, October 19, at the 4 p.m. Mass. Please email stcolumba.iona@ns.sympatico.ca to register your child or phone Josie at 902-725-2173.

WINDOWS AT ST.COLUMBA CHURCH-The two wooden windows on the water side of the church will need to be replaced this year at an estimated cost of $2000 per window. As was done with the previous window replacement, any parishioner or friend of the parish who would like to donate a window in memory of a family member or friend can do so by contacting Gregory at 902-295-7843.Thank you for your consideration.

St. BARRA, the first church in Central Cape Breton, is the new salt giving fresh flavor to the manna from heaven, the Word of God. At 10:00 AM every Sunday morning the Word of God, transcribed in the Bible, is read and explained for us today which brings the the past to life in our times. The Lord God says: I am the Alpha and the Omega, the one who is and who was and who is yet to come, the Almighty. ( Rv.1: 8 ) Everyone is welcome to come hear the words of God explained, for us today. When : Sundays at 10:00 AM at St. Barra's Church in Christmas Island.

Bulletins, news and reflections for our family of parishes can be found on our website: www.parishesofcentralcapebreton.ca

The regular meeting of the Boisdale Volunteer Fire Dept. will be held the first Monday of the month at 7pm.All Welcome

In the event of a prolonged power outage EMO will request we open the St. Columba Church Centre as a warming centre for anyone requiring assistance. If you require assistance before the warming centre is open you can call 1.) EMO Coordinator Lyle Donovan 1 (902) 578-1994 2.) Colin MacNeil 1 (902) 371-0598 3.) Gregory MacNeil (902) 295-7843 or any Fire Department Member. Iona Volunteer Fire Department

The St.Barra Preservation & Development Society would like to announce their new Christmas Island Monthly Draw!! Details: Monthly prize = > $500 Tickets => $10 ea (limit 100/month) Draws => 2nd Sunday of each month To purchase or sell tickets, please contact: Anna Burke Email: annaburke1@yahoo.ca Text: 902 622-6007 Betty MacKenzie Email: mcknzbetty@aol.com Text: 902 537-1759 Alanah Head Email: a_lanahhead@outlook.com Text: 782-777-1044 100% of proceeds go towards St. Barra Church (Christmas Island) building maintenance. Thank you, your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!