The Annual Fundraiser Lottery Draw is back for 2026
1st Prize: Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor (provided by Keltic Kubota)
2nd Prize: Grass Trimmer and Leaf Blower with Battery & Charger (provided by Russell Hawkins Automotive Supply)
3rd Prize: Custom Handcrafted Wooden Bench (provided by Michael MacLellan)

Get your tickets at the Wheelhouse Cafe and other pop-up events.
Draw Date: August 30 during our Sunday Funday outdoor concert.
All proceeds to support the Grand Narrows Waterfront Dev. Society

Come on down to the Grand Narrows Waterfront on Aug. 9 from 12-4pm for our annual Show'n Shine!
Classic Cars, BBQ, Entertainment by Will's Addiction!
Bring a chair and enjoy an entertaining afternoon by the water.

Join us every Sunday afternoon for live music, great food and cold drinks!
Upcoming Music:
Aug. 9: Will's Addiction (Show'n Shine)
Aug. 16: R.G. Schaller
Aug 30: Ian MacDougall
Sept. 6: Bethany June

Open Wednesday to Sunday from 12-7pm. (closed Mon. & Tues)
Check out our new menu for 2026 Click Here

Join us for an Introduction to Watercolour Painting right on the water at the Wheelhouse Cafe in Grand Narrows!
A beginner-friendly workshop covering the FUNdamentals of watercolour painting with all supplies included — plus lunch!
Two Dates:
July 8 (sold out)
Aug. 12 (sold out)
contact Sheryl to be put on wait list.

🕛 12:00 – 2:30 PM
📍 Wheelhouse Cafe, Grand Narrows Waterfront
💰 $30 per person

Registration includes:
✅ Instruction & supplies
✅ Lunch — your choice of Wheelhouse Nachos or the Sailor's Clubhouse Sandwich & soft drink
To register, email Sheryl.MacLellan@gmail.com or text 403-921-6304.

Showers, laundry and public washrooms are now open for the season!

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.

Join us at the Legion in Iona every Monday night for BINGO.

6:30 - Doors Open
7:30 - Mini-Bingo
7:45 - Regular Games

Jackpot * Regular Jackpot * Toonie Game
All books and cards must be purchased prior to 7:45pm.
Cash only (ATM on site)
Players under 19yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

Have you been thinking about joining the Legion? Now is your opportunity.
2026 marks 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion.
To celebrate: The Legion is offering free membership for the 2026 year.
All first-time members can join at no cost. And will be known as Centenary Members.

Join Grandona Legion Branch 124, at Legion.ca/Join-us.
You can also visit our branch and pick up an application form.
Membership is open to the general public, and individuals do not need to have served in the military to take part.

Note: Free membership does not apply to membership renewals or membership reinstatements for previous members.

PLEASE NOTE: The Legion will be closed Aug. 6th. Meat Draw and Games Night is cancelled for this week only.

Thursday Night Meat Draw, Games Night!
Every Thursday evening
Grandona Legion - Iona

Bar Snack for Aug. 13: TBA

- 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 check it out!
Bar opens at 5pm
Drop in for a game or hang out and socialize with a cold beverage.
19yrs and over

Monthly general meetings are finished until the fall
Executive meetings are scheduled during July and August.

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

Chase the Ace Ticket winner for Aug. 7th: Cynthia MacKenzie from Gillis Point!
Amount Won: $343.00
Card Picked: Ace of Diamonds
Next week's jackpot starts at: $5,514.50 with 51 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

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!

Every Friday in July & August (July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7, 14, 21, 28)
10 am to 12 pm
For children aged 5-10. Free admission!

Join us for a fun morning of Gaelic songs, stories, and traditional games while exploring our beautiful outdoor living history site.

Every Wednesday in July and August (July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 12, 19, 26)
10 am to 4 pm
For ages 8-12 only. $45 per child. You must call (902) 725-2272 to reserve your child's spot by 12:00pm Monday.

Take part in this special living history program for children and get a sense of what life was like for Gaels in days past. The program features special hands-on activities including chores, crafts, games, language, song and includes lunch in one of our period buildings. Costumes are provided.

Saturday, August 1
2PM - 6PM
Admission: $20 (tickets available at the gate). Children ages 12 and under are free.

As one of Cape Breton’s original Outdoor Scotch Concerts, Highland Village Day has welcomed generations of visitors and community members to gather, connect, and celebrate. In 2025, more than 1,500 people gathered on the hillside for an unforgettable afternoon of music, storytelling, and celebration.

Featuring 'Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds', Gaelic singing, dance, fiddle, piano, bagpipes and more! Bring a lawn chair, gather your family and friends, and experience an afternoon of music, culture, and Cape Breton hospitality as we celebrate 65 years of Highland Village Day, one of Cape Breton's most beloved outdoor concerts.

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’re taking a short pause on Tuesday, August 4 and Wednesday, August 5 so our small team and volunteers can recharge. Thank you for your understanding — we’ll reopen Thursday and look forward to welcoming you back. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Little Explorers Lake-Side Camps

Explore, Learn and Create - activities inside and outside the Àros na Mara Discovery Centre 2583 St. Columba Road, Iona

Ages: 5 to 10

Dates:

July 25th, 11am to 1pm

July 31st, 1pm to 3pm

August 8th, 11am to 1pm

August 14th, 1pm to 3pm

To register email: arosnamara@gmail.com

Admission: $5

Bring a lunch if you wish or purchase a lunch at the Iona Port Cafe.

Parent or Guardian must be in attendance. Tea/coffee provided to parent/guardian to enjoy while waiting

Iona Port Cafe is open daily from 9 to 4. Come visit, have a snack or a cold treat while enjoying the view. Remember to pick up your loyalty coffee/tea card. Gift certificates are also available.

Àros na Mara Discovery Centre.is open daily from 10 to 4. Explore, Discover and Learn- touch a starfish, see some lobsters, a jellyfish and much more. Something for all ages to enjoy. Admission by donation. Visit our facebook page and www.arosnamara.ca

2nd Annual Kite Festival, on Sunday, August 2nd, 11-2 at the Port of Iona..Rain or Shine. All ages welcome. Some kites will be available to build, games, and crafts.. Chance to win a prize. For food and drinks the Iona Port Cafe will be open and there will be a barbecue. The Àros na Mara Discovery Centre will be open.

Darts Friday At 7.30 Fun night bar open

Saturday September 5th at the Christmas Island Fire Hall

Exhibitors set up 8:00-9:00 am

Flea Market - for more information please call Kevin at 903-322-4683 to book your spot. Set up for flea market vendors - 8:30-9:00 am

Cape Breton Antique Car Show starting mid-morning

Donna’s Baked Goods and Preserves - mid-morning

Raffles for local prizes, with lunch available - hot dogs, smokies, chilli and a bun, corn on the cob, and cold drinks

50/50 Draw

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!