Big Pond Concert
Next Date: Jul 20, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Big Pond
The Big Pond Concert is back this summer. After decades at MacIntyre’s Field and a few years inside the fire hall, the concert is back out...
Là Fhéill Mìcheil | St. Michael’s Day
St. Michael was the Scottish and Irish patron saint of horses, travel, sea, and seafarers. His calendar day was celebrated in the Hebrides with eating of a multi-grain bonnach called struan. Join us for a special St. Michael’s Day Milling Frolic in the Centre Chimney House.
Traditional tea and struan will be served. General admission fees apply. 2-4 pm.
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