HELP NEEDED! Cooks. Apply within or Email Us

Come test your wits & win prizes! 3 Rounds – 12 general knowledge questions each round. Play solo, or form a team. Funniest team name gets showered with accolades. Hosted by your man – Ruarí Aonghas Lonce Murphy, every Thursday Night 8PM

Upcoming music at the pub:

June 20 - Jon Hines
June 27 - Brett Santacona
July 4 - Dara Smith MacDonald and Adam Young
July 11 - Kenneth MacKenzie
July 18 - Shelly Campbell and Allan Dewar

Upcoming summer shows at the pub! tickets available at thefrolic.ca

Wednesday July 1 - Maggie's Wake
Wednesday July 15 - Pretty Archie
Tuesday July 21 and Wednesday July 22 - The Town Heroes
Wednesday August 5 - The Turnbull Brothers
Wednesday August 12 - Dave Sampson
Wednesday August 19 - Folk’n Blues Song Circle hosted by Charlie A’Court
Wednesday August 26 - J.P. Cormier
Saturday November 7 - Hawksley Workman

Kitchen help needed. Apply within or Email Us

Now open 7 days/week! 4-9pm kitchen hours. Bar till late. Breakfast daily 8-10am

Open for Dine In service & Take Out Daily 4-9pm

Please call 1-844-733-4662 or visit thefrolic.ca to order anytime during open hours

NSLC Agency Store with Beer, wine, spirits and coolers. Everyday convenience items, confections, tobacco and lottery are also available. Phone number is (902) 725-2000
Sunday to Thursday 10am-6pm.
Friday & Saturday 10am-8pm.

Jill's Chocolates are available at the Little Dipper in Iona.
Online orders at www.jillschocolates.com can be picked up at the Dipper as well. Furthermore, there is free shipping on orders over $70 in Nova Scotia.

Join us every Sunday afternoon for live music, great food and cold drinks!
July 28: Brandon Collier

We're excited to bring the Mobile Sailing School back to Grand Narrows again this year!
Dates: July 13 - 17
Time: 9am to 4pm
Cost: $165+tax
Ages: 8-12yrs (Max. 8 children)
To register, send email to Christina MacNeil

We can't wait to welcome you back to the Wheelhouse Cafe on the Grand Narrows Waterfront!
*** NOW OPEN from Wednesday - Sunday from 12-7pm.
Opening weekend live music on the patio. Come by on Sat. July 27 from 4-6pm when Lori Elias will be performing.
Check out our new menu for 2026 Click Here

Join us for an Introduction to Watercolour Painting right on the water at the Wheelhouse Cafe in Grand Narrows!
A beginner-friendly workshop covering the FUNdamentals of watercolour painting with all supplies included — plus lunch!
Two Dates: July 8 or Aug. 12

🕛 12:00 – 2:30 PM
📍 Wheelhouse Cafe, Grand Narrows Waterfront
💰 $30 per person

Registration includes:
✅ Instruction & supplies
✅ Lunch — your choice of Wheelhouse Nachos or the Sailor's Clubhouse Sandwich & soft drink
To register, email Sheryl.MacLellan@gmail.com or text 403-921-6304.

Showers, laundry and public washrooms are now open for the season!

The Wheelhouse Cafe and Grand Narrows Waterfront are hiring for summer 2026!
We're looking for great people to join our team.
Whether you're interested in food service or an outdoor waterfront role, we have something for you!

🍽️ Server - $16.75/hr + tip pool
🍳 Cook/Kitchen Staff - $18.00/hr + tip pool
⚓ Waterfront & Marina Services Assistant (CSJ) - $16.75/hr, 35 hrs/week, 8 weeks
🎉 Community Programs & Events Assistant (CSJ) - $16.75/hr, 35 hrs/week, 8 weeks

No experience? No problem, we'll train the right people. If you're dependable, enthusiastic, and ready to spend your summer doing good work in one of Cape Breton's most beautiful spots, we'd love to hear from you.

Canada Summer Jobs applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age. Students and non-students welcome!
Full job descriptions at Click Here
To apply, send your resume or inquiry to managergnwds@gmail.com.

We are still accepting refundable recyclables here at the school. If you are dropping off Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 - 3 please leave them in the two small wooden boxes beside the shed at the top of the bus loop. If you are dropping off on weekends or after school hours, you can drive down to the garage and place the bags or boxes in the new shed beside the garage. We would like everyone to know that we are very appreciative of any and all donations of refundables. Thanks for your continued support of our school.

Hope to see you at the annual Canada Day Pork Chop BBQ at Grandona Legion in Iona!
Wednesday, July 1st.
Time: 4-6pm (bar opens at 3pm)
Cost $17.50 (tax incl'd)
Meal Includes: One large pork chop, assorted salads, dinner roll, coffee or tea.
Enjoy a complimentary piece of Canada Day Cake!
No Reservations required, first come first served.
Everyone welcome!

Get ready to say so long to the school year and say HELLO TO SUMMER!
Join us on Sat. June 27 from 5-8pm for a fun filled evening.
CANTEEN * GAMES * PRIZES * CRAFTS * TREATS
Let's celebrate your hard work!
Everyone Welcome!

Please Note: There will be no BINGO on June 29th

Join us at the Legion in Iona every Monday night for BINGO.

6:30 - Doors Open
7:30 - Mini-Bingo
7:45 - Regular Games

Jackpot * Regular Jackpot * Toonie Game
All books and cards must be purchased prior to 7:45pm.
Cash only (ATM on site)
Players under 19yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

Have you been thinking about joining the Legion? Now is your opportunity.
2026 marks 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion.
To celebrate: The Legion is offering free membership for the 2026 year.
All first-time members can join at no cost. And will be known as Centenary Members.

Join Grandona Legion Branch 124, at Legion.ca/Join-us.
You can also visit our branch and pick up an application form.
Membership is open to the general public, and individuals do not need to have served in the military to take part.

Note: Free membership does not apply to membership renewals or membership reinstatements for previous members.

Thursday Night Meat Draw, Games Night!
Every Thursday evening
Grandona Legion - Iona

Bar Snack for June 25:
Aly will be in the kitchen serving up Goulash with Garlic Roll for $5!

- Meat raffle tickets will be available for purchase
- Raffle draws at 6pm & 7pm with five chances to win each time
- Prizes available to win may include: Steak, Pork, Ground Beef, Ham & Fish
- Darts, cards and other games available to play between draws

Come check it out!
Bar opens at 5pm
Drop in for a game or hang out and socialize with a cold beverage.
19yrs and over

Monthly general meetings are finished until the fall
Executive meetings are scheduled during July and August.

Current Bar Hours:
Saturday - Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 5-8pm
Friday: 6-11pm

June 26th Chase the Ace Ticket Winner: Scott Shaw from Wycocomagh!
Amount won: $2,465.00
Card Picked: King of Diamonds

The next Chase the Ace draw will be: July 3
Jackpot: $41,305.50 (plus 30% weekly sales)
Cards in Deck: 6

Please note: Volunteers will be set up at the Little Dipper on Friday (July 3) from 10am - 5:30 selling Chase the Ace tickets. Tickets will also be on sale at the Legion this Friday starting at 7pm. Darby's is also an option for purchasing tickets during the week.

Chase the Ace Tickets will be on sale from 7:30-8:00pm every Friday at the Legion with draw shortly afterwards.
Tickets are $5 for one coloured ticket or $20 for a book of all four coloured tickets.
Ticket winner will win 20% of weekly sales plus a chance to draw the Ace of Spades to win the growing jackpot.
Participants must be 19yrs or older (bar will be open).
Complete details including "House Rules" can be found on the Legion Website (link above).

Tickets can be purchased during the week until 3pm Friday at:
- The Little Dipper Boutique (at the Iona Heights Inn)
- Darby's Old Church Kitchen

This lottery is in support of:
RCL124 Grandona, Grand Narrows Waterfront Dev. Society and Central Cape Breton Community Ventures Inc.
Thank you for your support!

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7, 14, 21, 28
10 am to 12 pm
For children aged 5-10. Free admission!

Join us for a fun morning of Gaelic songs, stories, and traditional games while exploring our beautiful outdoor living history site.

July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 12, 19, 26
10 am to 4 pm
For ages 8-12 only. $45 per child. You must call (902) 725-2272 to reserve your child's spot by 12:00pm Monday.

Take part in this special living history program for children and get a sense of what life was like for Gaels in days past. The program features special hands-on activities including chores, crafts, games, language, song and includes lunch in one of our period buildings. Costumes are provided.

Saturday, August 1
2PM - 6PM
Admission: $20 (tickets available at the gate). Children ages 12 and under are free.

As one of Cape Breton’s original Outdoor Scotch Concerts, Highland Village Day has welcomed generations of visitors and community members to gather, connect, and celebrate. In 2025, more than 1,500 people gathered on the hillside for an unforgettable afternoon of music, storytelling, and celebration.

Featuring 'Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds', Gaelic singing, dance, fiddle, piano, bagpipes and more! Bring a lawn chair, gather your family and friends, and experience an afternoon of music, culture, and Cape Breton hospitality as we celebrate 65 years of Highland Village Day, one of Cape Breton's most beloved outdoor concerts.

Friday, July 17
11AM - 2PM
Regular admission applies

Following the 1758 Siege of Louisbourg, Donald Og MacNeil sailed aboard a British man-of-war patrolling the Bras d’Or Lake and carried news of the lake’s natural beauty and promise back to his native isle of Barra.

Join us for a céilidh in the schoolhouse as we share the legend of Donald Og. Our L’nu interpreters will also share their stories of the first encounters with the Gaels, along with the story of the Three Crosses.

Throughout the day, enjoy a variety of traditional demonstrations, including blacksmithing, candle making, barvas ware (clay pots), net making, spinning, and tastings of fishcakes and marag. Be sure to visit our carding mill and shingle mill, both in operation for the occasion!

Wednesday, July 1
10AM - 4:30PM
Free Admission

Join us for lively tunes and songs at our céilidh featuring Ben Smith & Katherine MacDonald (from 11am to 1pm) and Shelly Campbell & Allan Dewar (from 1pm to 3pm) in the School House. Enjoy a complimentary slice of cake and a cold glass of lemonade while taking in the beautiful views this country has to offer. Children are invited to complete a scavenger hunt and enter for a chance to win a Highland cow stuffie prize pack.

Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village is now open for the season until October 17, 2026 from 10AM - 4:30PM daily. Please phone (902) 725-2272 for more information or visit http://highlandvillage.novascotia.ca/

Thank you - 10th Àros na Mara World Oceans Day Festival and Ocean Week Canada - We want to say a huge thanks to all the volunteers that made this milestone such a tremendous success. We also want to thank the sponsors, supporting organizations, food organizers, panelists, the youth group, musicians, artists and everyone that contributed over the week. Without your dedication and support we would not have been able to celebrate. Have a wonderful summer. Central Cape Breton Community Ventures and Àros na Mara Discovery Centre.

Tuesday, June 30th - School is Out Party!, 10am until 12pm. Games, Explore the Centre, and snacks. Children can name the Flounder?

Wednesday, July 1st - Canada Day Open House - 11am to 1pm - barbeque, Explore the Centre and site, and games.

Darts Friday At 7.30 Fun night bar open

Will be held on Saturday July 4th from 10 am-12:00 pm. Admission $2.00 at the door. If you have items to donate please contact Gregory at 902-295-7843 to arrange a time. Baking items for the bake sale are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off after 6:00 pm on Friday July 3 or after 8:00 am on July 4.

If you are able to help out on the day of the sale please contact Gregory. Many hands make light work. The proceeds of the sale help in the care of the grounds at the church and hall.

THE SACRAMENT OF FIRST COMMUNION -- St. Columba Church, Iona.

For parents wishing to have their child (Grade 2 and up) receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion, please contact Josie by email at stcolumba.iona@ns.sympatico.ca or by phoning 902-725-2173. First Communion will be held in late May or early June. Thank you.

ST. COLUMBA CHURCH

In an effort to keep our church sustainable to our parishioners for years to come we are looking ahead at work which should be done over the next few years. This beautiful building is one of the most photographic churches on the Island of Cape Breton. Inside or out many, many people are impressed with this work of art.

It has served our community well for years spiritually and for this to continue we must keep attention on the work to keep it in good repair.

Some of the work that may be anticipated over the next number of years may include:

(1) Work on replacing the copper on the steeple to prevent leaks which was temporarily repaired and seems to be holding for now.

(2) Three windows in the front above the doors should be replaced because they are wood and are over 30 plus years old.

(3) Brick work repair.

So in attempt to raise money for this we are asking for support to our Building Fund from parishioners and former parishioners or anyone who would love to see the St. Columba Church remain in the best possible condition for what it was built for - Weekly Mass, Funerals, Administration of the Sacraments, etc.

To make a donation e-transfers can be sent to stcolumba.iona@ns.sympatico.ca Make a note on your transfer that it is for church repairs and/or upkeep. We thanks you in advance for your support of these endeavours.

Visit our website parishesofcentralcapebreton.ca for pictures taken by Neila MacLellan of the interior and exterior of the church. We would like to thank Neila for allowing us to use her beautiful photos.

WINDOWS AT ST.COLUMBA CHURCH-The two wooden windows on the water side of the church will need to be replaced this year at an estimated cost of $2000 per window. As was done with the previous window replacement, any parishioner or friend of the parish who would like to donate a window in memory of a family member or friend can do so by contacting Gregory at 902-295-7843.Thank you for your consideration.

St. BARRA, the first church in Central Cape Breton, is the new salt giving fresh flavor to the manna from heaven, the Word of God. At 10:00 AM every Sunday morning the Word of God, transcribed in the Bible, is read and explained for us today which brings the the past to life in our times. The Lord God says: I am the Alpha and the Omega, the one who is and who was and who is yet to come, the Almighty. ( Rv.1: 8 ) Everyone is welcome to come hear the words of God explained, for us today. When : Sundays at 10:00 AM at St. Barra's Church in Christmas Island.

Bulletins, news and reflections for our family of parishes can be found on our website: www.parishesofcentralcapebreton.ca

We're looking for a Building Maintenance Worker to help keep our fire hall and grounds in good shape — an 8-week Canada Summer Jobs position, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week at $16.75/hour. This is a great opportunity to build practical skills while supporting your local community. Applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive), hold a valid SIN, and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada. Deadline to apply: May 31, 2026. For more information or to apply, contact Michael at christmasislandfiredept@gmail.com or (902) 209-8320.

The regular meeting of the Boisdale Volunteer Fire Dept. will be held the first Monday of the month at 7pm.All Welcome

In the event of a prolonged power outage EMO will request we open the St. Columba Church Centre as a warming centre for anyone requiring assistance. If you require assistance before the warming centre is open you can call 1.) EMO Coordinator Lyle Donovan 1 (902) 578-1994 2.) Colin MacNeil 1 (902) 371-0598 3.) Gregory MacNeil (902) 295-7843 or any Fire Department Member. Iona Volunteer Fire Department

The St.Barra Preservation & Development Society would like to announce their new Christmas Island Monthly Draw!! Details: Monthly prize = > $500 Tickets => $10 ea (limit 100/month) Draws => 2nd Sunday of each month To purchase or sell tickets, please contact: Anna Burke Email: annaburke1@yahoo.ca Text: 902 622-6007 Betty MacKenzie Email: mcknzbetty@aol.com Text: 902 537-1759 100% of proceeds go towards St. Barra Church (Christmas Island) building maintenance. Thank you, your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!