Lunenburg County Community Health Board

08/28/2026

Mark your calendars. Wonderful Fall programming at Fort Point Museum.

We have five programs planned for September and October, with a mix of outdoor activities, nature, art and hands-on projects. Families can join us for:

🐦 A bird talk and walk at the museum and Crescent Beach
🌿 Nature games and activities
🌞 A hands-on cyanotype printing workshop
🍎 Cider making with apples from the Fort Point orchard
🎨 An outdoor art afternoon using natural materials and Polaroid cameras

Pre-registration is required for all programs.

See the poster for dates and details.
Email [email protected] or call 902-688-1632 to register.

08/28/2026

Woo. Woo. The Fall recreation guide is HERE. Almost as exciting as receiving the Sears catelogue (you know what I'm talking about!) 😂
- Town of Mahone Bay, Town of Bridgewater, Town of Lunenburg, Municipality of the District of Lunenburg - MODL

🍂🎃🌽 Fall 2026 Recreation Guide 🍁🕸️🧡

📆 Registration Opens Monday, August 31, 2026.

The Fall 2026 Recreation Guide is now live! It’s time to soak up the cooler air and changing leaves with programming from the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg - MODL, Town of Bridgewater, Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC), Town of Lunenburg, YMCA Lunenburg County, and South Shore Public Libraries! ✨

Online PDF Copy:
👩🏾‍💻 https://tinyurl.com/Fall-Rec-Guide-2026

Pick up a paper copy at:
📰 Municipality of the District of Lunenburg, 10 Allée Champlain Drive, Cookville
📰 Bridgewater Town Hall, 60 Pleasant Street, Bridgewater
📰 LCLC, 135 North Park Street, Bridgewater
📰 HB Studios Sport Centre, 543 Glen Allan Drive, Bridgewater
📰 Lunenburg Community Centre, 15 Green Street, Lunenburg
📰 Lunenburg County YMCA, 75 High Street, Bridgewater
📰 Margaret Hennigar Library, 135 North Park Street, Bridgewater
📰 Many more locations throughout the towns and municipality, keep a look out!!

🔜 If you live in the Municipality, keep your eyes on the mailbox for a paper copy! 👀

Register for programs:
📱 Online: www.connect2rec.com
🙋🏻 In person: LCLC, 135 North Park Street, Bridgewater
📞 Phone: (902) 530-4100

08/28/2026

Fall programming now open! See below for more information.
- Lunenburg County Adult Learning Opportunities

ALO is back from summer break and excited to welcome learners to our fall programs!

Our September classes begin on September 14, and registration is NOW OPEN for anyone who would benefit from improving their literacy, numeracy, digital skills, or preparing for the CAEC.

If someone comes to mind—a client, friend, family member, or community member—please share it with them. We'd love to help them get started.

You can also send interested learners our way:

• Location: 215 Dominion Street, Bridgewater, ALO office
• Call or Text: 902-930-4555
• Email: [email protected]

Thank you for helping us spread the word.

08/28/2026

Please see the calendar below for "Saturday Same Day" clinics at Our Health Centre for the month of September!

Thank you for your feedback & engagement with our Saturday Same Day clinics- continuing for the month of September! Here is the updated clinic calendar for September 2026.

Same Day Clinic: Phones open at 8am to book a same-day appointment, each day with scheduled clinic.

Friendly reminder: you'll be placed in a "queue," and calls will be answered in the order they're received. The queue turns off at 8:45am, at which point calls are answered as they come in.

If you don't reach the clinic, please call back. Our clinic admin is likely with another patient. Thank you!

08/28/2026

Please see below for funding opportunities. Application deadline is THIS Monday, August 31st.

08/26/2026

When was the last time you truly unplugged? 🔌

Many of us use technology throughout the day for work, connection, learning, and relaxation. But when our brains are constantly switching between screens, notifications, and information, it can become harder to feel fully rested.

Intentional digital breaks, even brief ones, can help create space for movement, creativity, relationships, and recovery.

A digital reset doesn’t have to mean turning everything off. It might mean putting your phone away during a conversation, stepping outside without your device, or creating a screen-free routine before bed.

💡Call to Action: What is one small way you could give your attention a chance to recharge this week? (Feel free to share your ideas in comments below).

08/26/2026

If you're able to join today - DO IT! Incredible conversations with incredible people. Thanks so hosting, Rural Communities Foundation of Nova Scotia.

What could rural community halls become when we start seeing them as more than buildings?

Over the past few weeks, people from across Nova Scotia have been sharing ideas about halls and gathering places as hubs for food, energy, water resilience, local learning, emergency response, and community connection.

This week, we’ll continue the conversation—sharing practical examples, resources, and ideas for helping these essential places thrive.

🗓 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 12:00 pm Atlantic
💻 Online via Teams — link in the comments

Whether you manage a hall, volunteer in your community, work with a municipality, or simply care about the future of rural places, you are welcome. Please share with someone who should be part of the conversation.

08/24/2026

Just a friendly Monday reminder after all that laundry over the weekend.

Lint builds up faster than you think—and it's highly flammable. 🔥

Before or after every load, clean the lint filter to improve airflow, help your dryer work efficiently, and reduce the risk of fire.

It's a simple habit that can make a big difference.

08/24/2026

A great way to spend your Sunday / end of summer. 🍦🍧

Join us Sunday, August 30 from 1:30–3 PM for our End of Summer Ice Cream Social at Fort Point Museum.

Enjoy one last ice cream from the shop, giant lawn games, and music with Hank Middleton. Come say goodbye to our summer staff and help us celebrate the end of the season!

The ice cream shop closes for the season on August 30, but the museum is staying open through September, thanks to our volunteers.