If you return your returnable bottles to Durant’s Recycling on Hwy. 1 in New Prospect you can donate your return to The Hall. All funds donated through this will go to maintaining the hall and the program for continuing improvements.
Thanks to the Durants!
Here is a good example of the craftsmanship that went into the building of the annex section of the building. These pins secured two sections of sill timber together in a lap joint. We still don’t have a construction date of the annex. If anyone can help with the dating please let us know. This deteriorated timber was rescued from the repair debris during the replacement procedure for rotting sill sections where the annex and main hall join.
Although they may be facing in the opposite direction than the final design intends we are very happy to have received these new seats from the Sobey’s Group who own Empire Theatres. Perry Kossatz, a great friend of the Hall was wholly responsible for the acquisition and even delivered them!! What a guy. Many thanks Perry.
Lori Lynch, Linda Towns and Brenda Wheaton selling treats at the Variety concert in February.
Close to two hundred people come out in full force on Saturday to battle away the mid winter blues and were treated to a variety of talents from our region. Here are some photos that highlight the event.
The Junior Band played a number of pieces written and conducted by Rob Bentley
Malerie Ward makes her debut
Wee Johnny Cash even showed up posing as Adam Canning
Rob and Jen Bentley perform
An Old Fashioned Variety Show
February 7 at 7 PM
Lots of local talent and a fun way to spend a wintery evening.
Tickets available in advance from:
Sweet Brian Boutigue
Home Hardware
Adults – $10
Students – $5
At the Hall
Please park in the school parking lot.
Parrsboro Band Association Offering New Music Program for Youth
Thanks to the generous financial support of the NS Department of Tourism and Culture’s Cultural Opportunities for Youth program, the Parrsboro Band Association is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for local youth.
The goal of this initiative is to introduce the youth of Parrsboro and the surrounding communities to instrumental music.
Any youth from ages 13 to 25 living in the area from Apple River to Bass River to Athol and all points between are encouraged to take part. Instruction will be offered in a wide variety of instruments including (but not limited to)flute, tuba, saxophone, trumpet, violin and percussion. The instructor for the program is classically trained violinist Timi Levy who recently moved to Parrsboro from Calgary where she was working as a Professor of Music as well as performing with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Dr. David Howe and Kyle Dinaut will assist in the instruction.
Formal lessons will be given incorporating both music theory and performance on instruments. Special presentations will take place over the course of the program, ranging from guest performances to listening sessions and discussion groups.
The program will take place at the Band Hall, 172 King St. in Parrsboro and will run from January 5th through March 31, 2009.
The cost to register is $25.00. Rental instruments initially will be provided at no cost to the students. Once the students are committed to their instruments it is expected that they will either purchase of lease from a reputable source directly on their own. In cases of financial hardship, the Band Association will continue to supply instruments.
Interested persons should call or email Kyle Dinaut at 254-2335 or kdinaut@kerrheating.com
Christmas Concert @ the Hall
Featuring:
Parrsboro Citizens’ Band and Junior Band
The Elastic Big Band
Joyce Murray and David Howe
The Sackville Citizens’ Band
The Victorian Singers
December 15, 2008 7:30 pm
Location: At the Hall
Adults $10.00, Free to Students
Refreshments will be served
Tickets are available at Ken’s, Home Hardware and Joan’s Sweet Brier Boutique, and also at the door.
The Sackville (NS) Community Band is comprised of 55 members varying in ages and musical experience who were brought together for their love of music. They are from many walks of life – professional musicians, retired musicians, local music teachers, students and members from the community. They come well recommended and it will be a treat for us to see people in “tuxes”.
Band Concert (Charity Event)
Sackville (NS) Community Band
Sunday, 2 November at 2:00 p.m.
At the ” Band Hall” – King Street, Parrsboro
Adults $10; Students/Children $5
New Brunswick musicians, Isaac and Blewett
New Brunswick musicians Isaac and Blewett will be bringing their unique sound to Parrsboro on Saturday, October 25th.
From their rural perch on the Fundy shore, Isaac and Blewett have been winning audiences nation-wide with their innovative music, eclectic performances, and honest songwriting. Originally known as an acoustic blues act, they have broadened their sound, spinning out into new, exciting musical territory. Jim Blewett’s steady rhythms and Tim Isaac’s atmospheric cello create a gorgeous, organic sound, enriched by Tim’s soaring, melodic voice.
The duo has recently released their fourth CD, and they are in demand at live music venues and festivals throughout the region.
Tickets for the 8 p.m. show at the Band Hall on King Street in Parrsboro are available at the door, or by calling 902-647-2021.
