Life is the Song, Love is the Music

Music speaks what cannot be expressed,

soothes the mind and gives it rest,

heals the heart and makes it whole,

flows from the heavens to the soul.

 

Whether you're a kid that loves to laugh, an inspiring singer looking to learn some new techniques, a local that just wants to dance, or a visitor hoping to take home a Nova Scotian made craft, you'll find it all and more at this year's Harmony Bazaar Festival taking place this weekend (July 23-25) in Lockeport, Nova Scotia.

Harmony Bazaar is fast becoming one of Nova Scotia's top music festivals and the beautiful seaside town of Lockeport is doing amazing things to help it to grow.  A new concert venue has been built in the middle of town with a tower reminiscent of a lighthouse complete with a stage in front. Take in the amazing view and stroll Lockeport's famous Crescent Beach while you are in town.

 

This year's festival, which is in its fifth year, is headlining the group Quartette which features Canadian music legend Sylvia Tyson, as well as Cindy Church, Gwen Swick, and Caitlin Hanford.  Also taking the stage during the weekend will be Irish Mythen, Coco Love Alcorn, Norma MacDonald and Christina Martin, just to name a few.  There will be lots of local talent throughout the days musical showcases and concerts including Lynne Crowell, Shelly MacIntosh, Jade Bennett, Judi Cleveland and Shelley Meisner.

 

 

Vocal workshops, arts and crafts, delicious homemade meals, singing, dancing and a whole lot of fun are all on tap this weekend in Lockeport. Martin Luther once said "Who loves not wine, women and song, remains a fool his whole life long.". Harmony Bazaar takes care of all three of these, so don't remain a fool, join us this weekend in Lockeport!

 

For more information visit Harmony Bazaar Festival of Women & Song.

 

 

Discover Our History

History with its flickering lamp stumbles along the trail of the past, trying to reconstruct its scenes, to revive its echoes, and kindle with pale gleams the passion of former days. ~ Winston Churchill

 

 

In 1783, more than 10,000 settlers came to Shelburne, Nova Scotia from New York and the middle Colonies of the Thirteen Colonies.  The Loyalists, who opposed the Revolution and remained loyal to Britain, were promised free land, tools and provisions in Nova Scotia (among other places).  Four hundred families traveled first to Shelburne (formally called Port Roseway) as well as a large group of Africans who were escaping American slavery.  They settled in Birchtown and formed the first and largest freed Black settlement in North America.

Many of the descendants of these Loyalists remain in Shelburne County today.  This week they, along with many others will gather to celebrate their culture and heritage during Founders' Day in Shelburne.  This four day celebration kicks off on Thursday (July 15th).  Be transported back in time as you stroll along Historic Dock Street and take in the sights and sounds of what is becoming one of Shelburne County's largest festivals.

 Delicious food, fun & games, musical entertainment, unique displays and re-enactments are just a few of the festivities that are yours to enjoy.  Take in a one of a kind experience you will only find here in Shelburne County - a row & ride in a 18th Century British Navel Longboat, happening daily on the waterfront during the festival, and all summer long on Tuesdays and Thursdays nights! Don't miss out! 

There's so much to see and do in Shelburne County this summer, come visit and discover us!

For more information and complete schedule of events visit Shelburne Founders' Days.

This Is Your Life...

"Where ever you go, go with all your heart"- Confusius

Welcome! There are so many reasons to come to Shelburne County, our great beaches, beautiful historic homes and museums, the scenery alone will make you want to stay! We also have amazing and friendly people!

I'm going to start my first blog entry introducing you to a few such people; Barrington natives, Darren Hudson and the Scott family.  Darren comes from a family with a long history of competing in the Lumberjack World Championships.  He is the nephew of nine-time world champion Phil Scott, who Darren credits for his success.  Hudson, who has been competing for over 19 years claimed his second men's pro logrolling title in 2008 defeating new pro roller David Sievert and took home a 4th place finish in the Men's Boom Run that year as well.  He now holds 4 World Championship Logrolling titles to date, and I predict more in the future!

As you watch the videos below and watch Darren going down the river...doing what he does best, you will learn he's a man not only following his passion but living a legacy.  In 1983, during the bicentennial celebration of the settlement of Shelburne by the United Empire Loyalists another celebration was being held in Barrington.  An old time log drive was being revived under the direction of Phil Scott.  This log drive was an event of cultural and historical significance to not only Barrington, but to the logging industry of Canada.

The Scott's, who own a lumber mill in Barrington, during the early days of the logging industry, would transport their logs down the Barrington River to their mill.  In order to ensure that the logs drifted freely along the river, men called "log drivers" were needed to guide the logs.  This was an exceedingly dangerous occupation, with the drivers standing on the moving logs and running from one to another.  When one caught on an obstacle and formed a logjam, someone had to free the offending log.  This required some understanding of physics, strong muscles, and extreme agility.

Today of course, with modern technology this method is no longer in use.  But the Scott family still run their family mill business and take their Timber Show on the road.  You can catch one of their very entertaining shows this summer at the Barrington Lion's Hall where they will be performing for a local fundraiser, July 4, from 1-4 or at the Barrington Exhibition, August 20-22.  It's a must see event!

Both Darren and Phil are living proof that a small town boy can make it big and no dream is too big.  If you want it to happen, it will. This is your life....are you who you want to be?

 

 

 

 

 

Storm Watch

Storm watching has become very popular in Nova Scotia, and we host some of the best sites to watch Mother Nature work her wonderful powers. Lockeport Cresent Beach, Bacarro Point Lighthouse, The Causeway Beach and The Hawk Beach are just a few local spots to get a glimpse of the rolling seas as a Hurricane passes our way. Please take caution and stay away from the rocks however! They may be amazing to watch, but we must remember the power of the storms!



Hurricane Bill - August 23, 2009 from Suzy Atwood on Vimeo.

Hurricane Bill - August 23, 2009

 

 

Come Discover Shelburne County

Welcome! Come explore Shelburne County with me. Find out what's going on in our County, and what there is to see and do!

We are located in Nova Scotia, Canada along the picturesque Lighthouse Route where you will  journey through an unforgettable landscape of coastal beauty and historic charm that has captured the hearts and minds of travelers for generations.

Here you can find wonderful places to stay, activities , including kayaking, boating, guided walking tours, museums, shopping & dining. Nearby there are terrific birding spots, lighthouses and beaches. Visitors come from throughout the world to vacation in Nova Scotia and we know you'll love it here. 


Come Discover Shelburne County...and stay!!