Program of Activities

We try to offer to our neighbours and the public a variety of activities and experiences, as we do our small part in keeping alive the community spirit of Bedford.

June 2024

  • 1 – Bedford Horticultural Society Plant Sale -– 9 am to until the plants are gone (Saturday – on the grounds) [rain date on 2 June]
  • 1 – Lions Pantry Food Drive – 9 am to until the pantry is full (Saturday – on the grounds ) [rain date on 2 June]
  • 16 – 24 – Sunrise/Sunset Yoga with Angus – TBA (daily – on the grounds)
  • 24 June – 30 August – Museum open to the public
    • daily hours – 11 am to 4 pm – Tours and Exhibit
    • 250 years of Bedford History – (runs 24 June through 28 July)
  • 29 – Georgian Social – 2 pm – 4 pm (Saturday – in the house)
    • the public is invited to get together, on the grounds and inside the Scott Manor House
    • this is a chance to drink lemonade, munch on oatcakes, and mingle with the Chair and volunteers of the Fort Sackville Foundation
    • you will be able to chat with your Member of Parliament, your Legislative Representative and your HRM Councilor

July 2024

  • 1st – Happy Canada Day – come and join us!
  • 1 July – 31 July – Museum open to the Public
    • daily hours – 11 am to 4 pm – Tours and Exhibit
    • 250 Years of Bedford History (runs 24 June through 28 July)
  • 1 July – 31 July (daily 2 pm – 4 pm) – we will happily welcome you to our Tea Room
    • come and enjoy tea and oatcakes, or ice cream if you wish, all served by our volunteers – bring cash
  • 1 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 4 – Chebucto Big Band – 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (Thursday – on the grounds) [rain date 11 July]
  • 8 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 15 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 17 – Lakeview Jam Band – 1 pm – 3 pm (Wednesday – on the grounds) [rain date 24 July]
  • 18 – Flower Arranging Workshop – 2 pm – 3 pm (Thursday – on the grounds)
  • 18 – Dartmouth Concert Band – 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (Thursday – on the grounds) [rain date 25 July]
  • 29 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)

August 2024

  • 1 August – 28 August – Museum open to the Public
    • daily hours – 11 am to 4 pm – Tours, Exhibits and Workshops
  • 1 August – 28 August – Tea Room volunteers welcome the public
    • Tea Room daily hours – 2 pm – 4 pm
  • 1 – 2nd Chance Band – 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (Thursday – on the grounds) [rain date 8 July]
  • 2 – Guided Trail Walk – on the Mill Run Trail – 2 pm (Friday – on the grounds) [rain date 3 July]
  • 2 – Felting Workshop – TBA (Friday – in the house)
  • 5 – Happy Natal Day – come and Join us!
  • 5 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 5 – Restless Minds Workshop – TBA (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 6-9 – Rug Hooking demo and display – 11 am – 4 pm (daily – in the house)
  • 7 – Quoits Tournament – 2 pm – 4 pm (Wednesday – on the grounds)
  • 10 – Card Making Workshop – TBA (Saturday – in the house)
  • 11-16 – Plein Air Event – TBA (daily in the neighbourhoods surrounding the house)
  • 12 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 12 – Restless Minds Workshop – TBA (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 14 – Learn to Henna Workshop – 11:30 am – 1 pm (Wednesday – in the house)
  • 14 – Lakeview Jam Band – 1 pm – 3 pm (Wednesday – on the grounds) [rain date 21 August]
  • 15 – Beading Workshop – TBA (Thursday – in the house)
  • 15 – 2nd Chance Orchestra – 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (Thursday – on the grounds) [rain date 22 August]
  • 17 – Plein Air Art – Quick Draw Event and Art Display – 8:30 am – 4 pm (Saturday – on the grounds)
  • 17 – Jewelry Making Workshop – TBA (Saturday – in the house)
  • 18 August – 24 August – Plein Air Art Show and Sale – 11 am – 4 pm (daily – in the house)
  • 18 August – 24 August – Sunrise/Sunset Yoga with Angus – TBA (daily – on the grounds)
  • 19 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 24 – Cookie Decorating Workshop – TBA (Saturday – in the house)
  • 26 – Yoga with Maureen – 11 am – 12 am (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 26 – Restless Minds Workshop – TBA (Monday – on the grounds)
  • 29 – Tea Room Very Last Day – 2 pm – 4 pm
  • 28 – Museum Last Day – 11 am – 4 pm
  • 29 – Museum and Tea Room Closed for the Season

Thank you to the many volunteers, presenters, guilds, artists, and performers who bring excitement and draw visitors to Scott Manor House every summer.

We are fortunate to be part of such a vibrant and caring community!

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