CORAH Middleton- Where People Come Together

06/11/2026

🌞 CORAH Summertime Social: Our Hottest Event of the Year 🌞

Our CORAH Summertime Social was a huge success! We welcomed 84 participants and partners from across Annapolis and Kings counties to celebrate our vibrant community and the impact we’ve made together—serving thousands of older adults this past year!

Guests heard updates on CORAH’s growth, with over 500 sessions held for 9,000+ participants locally this year, and more than 60,000 participants across 220 rural communities over the past six years, which includes all three CORAH - NSCC Campus sites!

The day was filled with fun and connection—games, musical trivia and tunes from Wendy Hardman, cake and refreshments, and plenty of time to mix, mingle and enjoy each other's company!

A special highlight was celebrating participant Ethelyn Mosher’s upcoming 100th birthday with a standing ovation! 🎉

Guests and Welcome Remarks included Evan Fairn on behalf of Chris d'Entremont, David Bowlby - Annapolis MLA sharing remarks on behalf of Minister Barbara Adams NS Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care NS Seniors, Chris Palmer, Kings West MLA , and Mayor Gail Smith Town Of Middleton

We say thank you to our incredible community, volunteers, partners and supporters—including NSCC and the Province of Nova Scotia Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care—for making this work possible. 💜

The sun was shining, the smiles were plenty, and it was a perfect event to wrap up the CORAH program year, before we take a short break over the summer! 🍓

Enjoy the photos!🌞

CORAH @ NSCC Annapolis Valley Campus & COGS
Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC
NS Seniors

06/10/2026

A big thank you to Macdonald Museum Director Claire Grazette and Chloe Shackelton, organizer of the heART of the Valley Artist & Artisan Show & Sale, for their warm welcome to our CORAH group this afternoon!

We were inspired by the incredible exhibits and activities happening at the museum! The heART Show, now in its third year, was especially impressive—featuring 127 pieces from 104 talented artists, all exploring the theme “Water is Life.”

If you haven’t yet visited the Macdonald Museum, be sure to add it to your summer plans! There are so many unique displays and activities to enjoy—including an upcoming Strawberry Shortcake Bakeoff competition 🍓

Check out the Museum's FB page or website for more info: https://macdonaldmuseum.ca/

Museums truly are treasures in our communities 💙

06/04/2026

Jane White inspired us with a beautiful exploration of colour in her latest presentation, 'For the Love of Flowers'. She took us on a journey through the stunning blooms and foliage of Middleton Wetlands, along with highlights from BC’s Butchart Gardens and Abkhazi Garden.

It was a gentle reminder to pause and appreciate nature’s beauty—taking time to see, smell, and truly enjoy the flowers around us. 🌸

Thank you, Jane, for such an uplifting, sensory experience—perfect for spring and summer!💜

06/01/2026

🌸Upcoming Events at CORAH! We’ve got a few exciting events coming up before we take a short break for the summer. We hope you'll join us!🌸

🌼 This Week: For the Love of Flowers
🗓️ Wednesday, June 3 | 10:00–11:00 AM
Enjoy a relaxing, colorful journey with Jane White as she showcases beautiful blooms from local trails and stunning gardens across Canada. A perfect way to celebrate spring and summer!
📩 Seats are still available!
To register: [email protected] | 📞 902-825-5215

🌸Next Week: Summertime Social (Waitlisted)
🗓️ Monday, June 8 | 1:00–3:30 PM
Our annual Summertime Social is a fun-filled day, with refreshments, games, prizes, music and more! It's a perfect way to celebrate our CORAH community and the summer!
❗️NOTE: This session is now Full -- but we are taking a waitlist of names, should any seats open up. To join our waitlist: [email protected] | 📞 902-825-5215

🏛️ Next Week: Macdonald Museum Group Visit
🗓️ Wednesday, June 10 | 1:00–2:00 PM
Join CORAH and the MacDonald Museum for a fun group outing! Why go alone when you can go with others? Explore the museum, enjoy the heART Show and vote on your favourite art, and connect with others as you explore the Macdonald Museum!
📩 Spaces still available! To register: [email protected] | 📞 902-825-5215

🎨 7Arts Gallery at CORAH (Until June 16)
Don’t forget to visit the 7Arts Gallery at CORAH, featuring a variety of beautiful pieces available for viewing or purchase by talented local artists! For information: [email protected] | 📞 902-825-5215

Click on the posters below, for more information 👇💜

05/29/2026

It’s always a pleasure to listen to Steve Skafte share his thoughtfully crafted stories. Steve's latest book, Outskirts of Ordinary, shares powerful accounts of survival and resilience, drawn from the lived experiences of people across the Annapolis Valley.

Thank you, Steve, for bringing these stories to CORAH—we’re grateful that you shared them with us, giving us a deeper appreciation of the people and stories around us. 💜

In case you missed Steve's talk at CORAH, you can check out his page for upcoming book tour dates!

Steve Skafte
CORAH @ NSCC Annapolis Valley Campus & COGS

05/27/2026

Thank you to Maxine Dora Bruce, who is full of wonderful travel stories, and enjoys sharing her experiences with others!

Maxine captivated a curious CORAH crowd with stories of the lost Incan city, sharing fascinating insights into the incredible history, engineering and craftsmanship of Machu Picchu.

From moments of awe to laughter, Maxine took her audience on a storytelling journey—leaving us inspired and transported to another time and place! Thanks Maxine, for the marvelous and memorable journey to Machu Picchu this morning! 🌎💜

CORAH @ NSCC Annapolis Valley Campus & COGS

05/25/2026

The CORAH online Dashboard Map has been updated! Collectively across all three campus sites, we've offered 4,827 sessions for 60,735 attendees! Participants who attend our programs represent 220+ rural communities across Nova Scotia.

We'd like to thank NSCC student, Alice Stueck, and faculty from the NSCC-COGS Cartography and Geovisualization program, for working with us to create these wonderful maps that highlight the impact of CORAH across campuses, communities, and the province! 💜

You can explore the map here: https://cogsnscc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/e070dac3dccc4e91af14ec7956c6371c

NSCC Annapolis Valley Campus & COGS
NSCC Shelburne Campus
NSCC Strait Area Campus
Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC
NS Seniors

05/25/2026

Join us for Steve Skafte’s presentation at CORAH this Thursday May 28 at 1pm. 🤗

To register: [email protected]

✨ Steve Skafte at CORAH - Thursday May 28! ✨

We’re thrilled to welcome back local author and photographer, Steve Skafte, to CORAH next week!

Join us for a compelling presentation featuring stories from Steve's NEW book, Stories of Survival from the Annapolis Valley. Through powerful storytelling and striking imagery, Steve shares harrowing yet deeply heartfelt experiences that capture the resilience, history, and spirit of locals in our region.

This is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from an acclaimed storyteller whose work brings local voices and untold stories to life!
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➡️Steve Skafte at CORAH: Stories of Survival from Annapolis Valley (free event)
🗓 Thursday, May 28, 2026
🕙 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 CORAH Annapolis Valley Campus (Middleton)
📩 Register today: [email protected] - OR - call: 902‑825‑5215

05/21/2026

CORAH Loops & Laughs Rug Hookers have been creating some truly beautiful pieces! Many are preparing their projects for the upcoming Annapolis Valley Exhibition, where they’ll be displayed alongside other talented rug hookers and local groups.

Rug hooking provides a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits—but what participants love most about the group is the creativity and connection it brings. 💜

05/20/2026

✨ Steve Skafte at CORAH - Thursday May 28! ✨

We’re thrilled to welcome back local author and photographer, Steve Skafte, to CORAH next week!

Join us for a compelling presentation featuring stories from Steve's NEW book, Stories of Survival from the Annapolis Valley. Through powerful storytelling and striking imagery, Steve shares harrowing yet deeply heartfelt experiences that capture the resilience, history, and spirit of locals in our region.

This is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from an acclaimed storyteller whose work brings local voices and untold stories to life!
💜

➡️Steve Skafte at CORAH: Stories of Survival from Annapolis Valley (free event)
🗓 Thursday, May 28, 2026
🕙 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 CORAH Annapolis Valley Campus (Middleton)
📩 Register today: [email protected] - OR - call: 902‑825‑5215