District 13 Recreation & Planning Commission

08/10/2026

More venue prep. The Thorburn Pickleball Club is hosting the 2026 East Pictou Rural Fair Pickleball tournament starting tomorrow and running through until Thursday. All games start at 6:00 with 3.5 and under Mixed Doubles on Monday, 3.5 and under Men’s Doubles on Tuesday, 3.5 and under Women’s Doubles on Wednesday, Women’s Doubles 2.75 and under and Beginner Doubles on Thursday evening. Drop over to the rink to catch the action!

08/09/2026

The field is looking great for the East Pictou Rural Fair ball tournament next weekend! Thanks to Tyler and Nolan for tilling the infield and to Eliza for the finishing touches.

08/08/2026

First they worked and then they played!

District 13 will be hosting the Children’s Carnival at the 2026 East Pictou Rural Fair. Volunteers checked through prizes and finalized plans for the games this evening. They, of course, had to test out the basketball game.

We have some exciting ideas so stay tuned this week for more details.

08/07/2026

08/05/2026

We have something else to add to your calendars for the 2026 EPRF weekend! 🗓️

On Sunday, August 16th the Union Presbyterian Church will be holding a service at 10:30am with Rev. Peter MacDonald officiating!

All are welcome to attend! 😊 745 Marsh Rd. Thorburn

08/05/2026

Much later than planned, but this sign has finally found its proper place at the rink.
Many will remember the games room that was named in honour of Dr. H. Locke. As girls' hockey continued to grow in Thorburn, that space was repurposed into a dressing room to meet the needs of our players. While the space changed, we felt it was important that Dr. Locke's dedication to our community continued to be recognized. This sign hangs at the entrance to the arena annex which serves as an important gathering place for the community.
We hope this sign serves as a lasting reminder of his commitment, kindness, and the difference he made in our community, ensuring his legacy continues to be remembered by all who visit the rink.

07/29/2026

Giving back to the community🥎
Thank you to the Stellarton Stingers U15A for a generous donation of a load of crusher dust to resurface the infield. The team has been using our field for weekly practices and games for the past two years and wanted to say thank you! Jeff Dewtie, vice president of District 13 Recreation and Planning, was on hand after practice tonight to accept the donation.
Pictured are Tenleigh MacKinnon, Skyla Fancy, Josie MacLeod, Jacy Bell, Jenna Lloyd, Jeff Dewtie, Brea MacIsaac, Mya Ashe, Olivia Hayman, Halle Reid, Jordyn Reid, Marley Leudy and Emmaleigh Horne.

07/29/2026

Thanks to the crew from Blaine MacLane Excavation Ltd. for freshening up our pickleball courts. We are all set for the tournament for the East Pictou Rural Fair. Tournament runs from August 10-14 starting at 6:00 each day.

07/26/2026

Not the outcome they hoped for but what a great season for the Pictou County U15 Snipers🥍

The team lost to Halifax in crossovers this morning by a score of 5-2.
Player of the game was Jared MacHattie.

Congratulations on a great season and for advancing to Provincials!!

07/26/2026

🥍Pictou County Snipers U15 are in the crossovers🥍
They take on Sackville in the morning.
Good luck everyone!