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Past Events and Classes

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Celtic Walk

Date: Wednesday, October 16th 2024

Join Gaelic culture enthusiasts Geoffrey and Rebecca-Lynne MacDonald-May for a leisurely stroll along the South West Margaree, a Canadian Heritage River. This area, called Am Braighe by settlers, was once home to many bards, chief among them was the amazingly talented Malcolm Gillis whose songs are still sung Island wide and beyond. Enjoy this walk…

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A Hot and Hearty Lunch

Date: Wednesday, October 16th 2024

Enjoy a lunch of hearty homemade soup made with locally grown ingredients, served with tea biscuits, baked apple crumble with ice cream for dessert, and tea or coffee. No reservations, just drop in, first come first served. (Come early to spend the morning at the Celtic Walk departing from the school at 10am)

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Class

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Cape Breton Oatcake Making and Gaelic Songs

Date: Tuesday, October 15th 2024

Bernadette Campbell, one of the best Cape Breton Oatcake makers around Lake Ainslie will demonstrate the whole process. Alice Freeman entertains with Gaelic songs and while they are baking and you are taking in that beautiful aroma, you will receive a copy of the recipe. Finally, you get to taste these golden gems with tea/coffee/juice…

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Lake Side Impressions Art and Craft Exhibit

Date: Saturday, October 19th 2024

Lakeside Impressions is an annual October event hosted by the Scotsville School of Crafts and held in conjunction with the Celtic Colours Music Festival. A gallery exhibiting the artistic works of established and up-and-coming local artists and craftspeople plays host to the many international visitors that explore the Island during this ten day celebration of…

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Class Sample of socks knitted in our workshop

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3 Day (MWF) Basic Sock Knitting Workshop

Date: Friday, October 18th 2024

This is a three-day workshop, held Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Learn how to knit socks, turn the heel and graft the toe. Basic Knitting skills required. Please bring 3.25mm double pointed knitting needles. Briggs and Little 2ply wool can be purchased at the school, or bring your own. One skein required. We will start with…

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Sea Glass Greeting Card Art Workshop

Date: Monday, October 14th 2024

Learn how to make a greeting card using sea glass with step by step instruction. Beginners welcome. All supplies included.  Contact Verna at vernamacm@gmail.com

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