Saturday, May 2, 2026
Instructor: Julia MacNeil
Cost: $145

Working from a prepared round base, you will stake up, weave sides, border down and add a handle to create your own beautiful wicker basket. During the basket weaving process, Julia will discuss the history of basketmaking, traditional methods and tools, current practices, growing willow, etc. Come for a fun day of crafting and learning and leave with a useful basket, great for foraging, shopping and much more!

Julia is a local willow basketmaker. Using basketry willows grown on Cape Breton Island, she makes baskets of all shapes and sizes. She is excited to share her craft with others.

Space is limited. To register, please contact jessica.farrell@novascotia.ca before April 17, 2026.

Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village will reopen to the public on June 1, 2026. Our administration office is open from 9AM-5PM, Monday - Friday by appointment. Please phone (902) 725-2272.

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 100% of proceeds go towards St. Barra Church (Christmas Island) building maintenance. Thank you, your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!