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J. Franklin Wright Gallery 20th Anniversary

To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, the J. Franklin Wright Gallery presents a retrospective of the work of our namesake. The exhibit includes originals and prints of J. Franklin Wright, one of Canada’s foremost marine artists. The exhibit is open from November 27, 2024 to January 5th, 2025.

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J. Franklin Wright Gallery 20th Anniversary

Christmas in Cape Breton-MATINEE added!

Matinee on sale October 16th at 12pm. https://tickets.phcivic.com or 902-625-2591 After a completely sold out tour in 2023, Christmas In Cape Breton is back with a brand new show!! Mary Morrison, Martin MacKinnon, Beaver MacLeod, Wayne Tomko and the boys, Beulah Claxton, and new characters are getting primed to bring you the holiday party of…

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The Music of James Taylor, John Denver, and John Prine-Sept. 27th at 8pm

Brought to you by Vinyl 33 If you were ever lucky enough to own a record collection, you know the particular kind of joy you get by dropping the needle on a shiny vinyl, to blast out your favourite songs. Those songs make you feel a certain kind of way.  Enter Vinyl 33, bringing your…

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The Music of James Taylor, John Denver, and John Prine-Sept. 27th at 8pm

After School Skate Rescheduled

Please note: The after school skate scheduled for Monday, February 12th at 3pm has been moved to Tuesday, February 13th at 3pm.

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PHCC Closed February 5th

The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre will remain closed on Monday, February 5th due to the predicted weather and snow clearing efforts.

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PHCC Closed February 4th

Please note: Due to extreme weather, accumulated snow and predicted forecast, the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre will remain closed on Sunday, February 4th.

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PHCC CLOSURE

On behalf of CAO T. Doyle, please note that due to the impending weather forecasted for this evening thru Tuesday, the Civic Centre will be closed tomorrow.  Management will reassess Sunday morning and let everyone know prior to 8:00 am.

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Small of my Heart Songwriters Circle

May 26th, 2024 7:30pm Tickets on sale now $50 tickets.phcivic.com or 902-625-2591 “SMALL OF MY HEART” Songwriters Circle is a concert series that will be touring the East Coast of Canada in the spring of 2024, hosted in engaging venues, celebrating our award-winning women and non-binary artists and musicians, and advancing their place and position…

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2023/2024 Holiday Schedule

The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to provide residents with a schedule of holiday closure dates for all departments, the PHCC Arena, Strait Area Pool, Fitness Centre, and information on garbage collection and Christmas tree chipping and drop-off.

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2023/2024 Holiday Schedule

Drop In Skating Schedule Change

Please note that the After School Skate scheduled for Monday, December 18th at 3PM will now take place on Tuesday, Dec. 19th at 3PM.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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After School Skate Dec 18-MOVED

Please note that the After School Skate scheduled for Monday, December 18th at 3PM will now take place on Tuesday, Dec. 19th at 3PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Show Announcement: The Men of the Deeps-Christmas in the Mine with Colin Grant

Tickets on sale November 1st at 10am! This upcoming holiday season, North America’s only coal miners chorus are preparing to take audiences on a journey like no other, touring their much-loved Christmas album, Christmas in the Mine. A Christmas in the Mine live performance treats you to some of your favourite holiday tunes, sung in jolly miner style,…

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Show Announcement: The Men of the Deeps-Christmas in the Mine with Colin Grant

J. Franklin Wright Gallery Presents: Growth: A Hair Journey by Kawama Kasutu

Opening Show: October 22nd 1pmExhibit dates: October 22-December 2, 2023 Exhibition Outline: I would like to highlight my personal lived experience, and journey of Black hair. The body of work will explore different dynamics within the emotional relationship that Black women carry within their hair. Kawama Kasutu a 23 -year-old Self-taught Zambian born Artist, multidisciplinary artist…

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J. Franklin Wright Gallery Presents: Growth: A Hair Journey by Kawama Kasutu

Regional Assessment of Offshore Wind Development in Nova Scotia Information Session

Everyone is welcome!  Come learn more about this regional assessment, get answers to your questions, and share your thoughts. Refreshments will be served.  October 18, 2023 1-3 pm and 6-8 pm  Bear Head Room Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre606 Reeves St For more information visit Canada.ca/ciar Ref: 83514

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Matt Andersen Holiday Tour Dec. 7 (Tickets on Sale Sept. 29 at 12pm)

Tickets on sale September 29th at 12pm!!tickets.phcivic.com902-625-2591 Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Matt Andersen is taking the holiday party on the road. In his own words, “I’ll have some friends along with me to join in on the fun for the night. We’ll do up a mix of Holiday tunes and my own songs to warm…

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Matt Andersen Holiday Tour Dec. 7 (Tickets on Sale Sept. 29 at 12pm)

Christmas in Cape Breton: On sale October 10th at 10am

CHRISTMAS IN CAPE BRETON After fifteen glorious years, Bette MacDonald’s Tis The Season is changing things up. Bette and Maynard return in Christmas in Cape Breton with Jordan Musycsyn and Juno nominee and ECMA award winners Wendy MacIsaac and Mac Morin of internationally acclaimed celtic group, Beolach. This show will deliver two jam-packed hours of…

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Christmas in Cape Breton: On sale October 10th at 10am

Attention Strait Pirate Volunteers

The Port Hawkesbury Sports Wall of Fame will be honouring volunteers who have contributed to the Strait Pirates Junior Hockey Team over the past 59 years. A social evening will be held at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre on November 24, 2023. If you served in a volunteer capacity, behind the bench or behind the…

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Matt Minglewood Band October 27th!

Tickets on sale August 22nd at 10am. http://tickets.phcivic.com The Man, the Myth, the Legend.  Matt continues to amaze friends, family and fans alike with his stamina and love of performing. ‘Thru the Years’  is a ‘walk down memory  lane’ of his 60 year music career.  Featuring songs and stories from his first recording the Legendary Red…

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Matt Minglewood Band October 27th!

Sports Wall of Fame Accepting Nominations

Port Hawkesbury Sports Wall of Fame The nominating committee of the Port Hawkesbury Sports Wall of Fame is calling for nominations for its seventh induction of members in November 2023. The committee will accept nominations to September 8, 2023 in the following categories: a.) Builder/Sponsor, b.) Individual Athlete, c.) Team. A nomination form, a checklist…

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Wall of Fame Nominations

The nominating committee of the Port Hawkesbury Sports Wall of Fame is calling for nominations for its seventh induction of members in November 2023. The committee will accept nominations to September 8, 2023 in the following categories: a.) Builder/Sponsor, b.) Individual Athlete, c.) Team. A nomination form, a checklist and a guide to submitting a…

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Employment Opportunity

Job Title                       Seasonal Support (Two Positions) The Town of Port Hawkesbury has an opening for Seasonal Support person(s). The position(s) will support various departments within the Town’s organizational structure.  As a town employee, the successful candidate will deliver exceptional customer service and professionalism and represent the town with a community minded focus while demonstrating a commitment…

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Last Day of Drop In Skating

Please note: Wednesday, March 29th will be the last day for Drop In skates, including Parent & Tot, Adult/Senior and Monday March 27th for  Afterschool Skates.  We appreciate your support of our drop in programming for the 2022/23 season.

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