Weather Could Dampen Lunenburg's 260th Anniversary

Organizers preparing Lunenburg's 260th anniversary celebrations this weekend are squaring off against an uncontrollable element, the weather. The forecast is calling for rain for both Saturday and Sunday. It would dampen the town's efforts to hold outdoor concerts on the Lunenburg Waterfront and a barbecue and picnic at St. John's Anglican Church. Coordinator of Special Events, Robin Scott, says they're holding out hope that mother nature will co-operate.



Scott says event planners along with the mayor are expected to meet Thursday to discuss alternative options. A full calendar of events for the rest of this week is below.


JUNE 6
Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Luncheon to commemorate
60th Anniversary of the Dutch Oven Cook Book
Lunenburg Fire Hall, 12:00 pm

JUNE 7
Walking Tour with Sheila Allen - 10:00 am
Bluenose Academy Seahawk Walk - 9:00 am
Mayor’s Address to students - 11:00 am
Bluenose Academy Kite Flying Festival - 12:30 - 2:00 pm ( on sports fields )
Knaut Rhuland House Open House - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
BCAF Seafood Chowder / Rum Tasting Experience at Capt. Angus Walters House - 5:00 pm
“Let’s Go gardening Lunenburg” nominations open

JUNE 8
Walking Tour with Sheila Allen - 10:00 am
Bluenose Academy Ball Hockey Tournament - Arena, 9:00 am start
International Dory Race Eliminations - Waterfront, 9:00 am - noon
Waterfront Concert with featured guest Garret Mason - Waterfront tent, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Lunenburg’s Birthday Bash with Blue Bay - Community Centre, 9:00 pm - 1:00 am

JUNE 9
Heritage 5km Race - Start at Community Centre, 9:30 am
Fisheries Museum Open House, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
St. John’s Anglican Church 260th Anniversary Service - 10:30 am
Ecumenical Community Service - 12:00 pm
Community BBQ / Picnic - 12:30 pm
St. John’s Anglican Church Open House until 2:00 pm
Atlanta Boy Choir Concert at St. John’s Anglican Church - 7:30 pm

**Subject to change, depending on the weather**