The Barra Food Bank is located at
2629 Hwy. 223, Iona. B2C 1H5
Hours of Operation: Mon. to Fri. 9am-5pm (visits by appointment only)
Coverage Area: From Ironville heading west and including all the communities up to Grand Narrows. Hwy. 216 to Castle Bay. Hwy. 223 communities from Iona west, Portage Rd., Alba, Orangedale, Whycocomagh, Little Narrows and all around the Washabuck peninsula.
If you wish a private visit, please phone us at the Food Bank: 902-577-5113
or phone Hugh C MacNeil at 902-622-2008.
We can now be reached by email: barrafoodbank@gmail.com
New clients and new residents always welcome.
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
Saturday Ceilidh. 5-8 Admission $5
Upcoming music at the pub:
September 26 - Leanne and Susan
October 3 - Jonathan Andrews
October 10 - Helen, Dawn and Kyle
October 17 - Donna DeWolfe
Frolic'n Folk Pub & Grill @ Iona Heights Inn
Upcoming summer shows at the pub! tickets available at thefrolic.ca
Wednesday September 30- J.P. Cormier Handful of tickets left
Friday October 2 - True Mountain Laurel <————————NEW SHOW
Saturday November 7 - Hawksley Workman (sold out)
Open 7 days/week 4-9pm kitchen hours. Bar till late. Breakfast daily 8-10am
Open for Dine In service & Take Out Daily 4-9pm
Please call 1-844-733-4662 or visit thefrolic.ca to order anytime during open hours
Little Dipper Boutique @ Iona Heights Inn
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.
Jills Chocolates @ Iona Heights Inn
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.
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.
📅 Friday, October 23 & Saturday, October 24
🕖 6:00pm to 9:00pm
🎟️ Prepaid reservations required
Experience a special lamplight tour featuring traditional stories, skits and eerie special effects as you make your way through the Village after dark. Then, gather in An t-Àite Cruinneachaidh (“Our Gathering Space”) for traditional tunes and treats, including fuarag, oatcakes and more!
Tickets on sale now. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets online.
This family-friendly Halloween event is sure to be a memorable evening for all ages. 👻
🎃 *Please note that this popular event sells out every year. Space is limited. Unfortunately, tickets cannot be sold at the door. No refunds or discounts.
Open for the season
Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village is now open for the season until October 17, 2026 from 10AM - 4:30PM daily. Please phone (902) 725-2272 for more information or visit
http://highlandvillage.novascotia.ca/
We are pleased to announce the Senior Lunches for local residents is starting on Wednesday, September 23, from 11 to 1 at the St. Columba Parish Centre.
Enjoy a free light lunch all in a welcoming accessible environment
We look forward to welcoming you back.
Thank you to Cassandra Yonder and Diane Russell.
Central Cape Breton Community Ventures
Schedule:
September 23th, - Welcome Back
September 30th, - Fortress of Louisbourg Presentation
October 7th, - Highland Village Presentation
Iona Port Cafe - Open - See below
The Iona Port Cafe is open Thursday to Sunday, from 10 to 2. Drop by and enjoy the view.
Àros na Mara Discovery Centre - Open Daily
The Àros na Mara Discovery Centre is open every day from 10 to 4. Drop by and explore what is inside.
Iona Port Cafe - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
The Iona Port Cafe is closed for the season. Please watch for special events and some weekend openings. Thank you for your support.
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