Shelburne Founders' Days is an annual celebration of the rich history, heritage, culture and people who have made Shelburne, Nova Scotia one of the most interesting places in Canada. For several days each summer, the historic waterfront comes alive with fun, food, history, music and games.
Thursday, July 18
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TIME |
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9:00 am - 4:30 pm |
Shelburne County Archives & Genealogical Society Photo Display. Everyone Welcome. For further information - 875-4299 or [email protected]
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Town Hall 168 Water Street Upstairs
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12:00 - 5:00 pm |
18th Century Loyalist Encampment Camp Set up |
Bill Norman Park Dock Street |
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1:00 pm |
Shelburne Longboat Row & Ride Go for a row or a ride in replica 18th century wooden longboats in Shelburne Harbour. (Sponsored by the Shelburne Longboat Society) |
Shelburne Waterfront |
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2:00 pm - Closing
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Booths Open |
Dock Street |
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5:00 - 7:00 pm
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BBQ and Corn Boil Chicken, corn on the cob, roll, coleslaw, apple crisp, and drink ($10.00/plate). Hosted by Shelburne Founders’ Days Committee
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Near Guild Hall |
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5:45 pm |
Regatta – Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club |
Shelburne Harbour |
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6:00 pm |
Opening Ceremonies |
Guild Hall |
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6:30 - 8:00 pm
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Musical Entertainment Killick - Celtic |
Guild Hall |
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6:30pm |
Movie Night -“OZ the Great and Powerful” Come and enjoy this great movie in high definition on the big screen. Free admittance. Popcorn and drinks available for purchase. All Ages |
Osprey Arts Centre |
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8:00 - 10:30 pm
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Musical Entertainment Dave Burbine and Traditional Country - Country |
Guild Hall
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9:00 pm |
Continental Invasion Squirmish with Boat Burning Be prepared for fire and chaos as the King’s Forces repel the Continentals. |
Dock Street |
Friday, July 19
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TIME |
EVENT |
LOCATION |
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9:00 am - 4:30 pm |
Shelburne County Archives & Genealogical Society Photo Display. Everyone Welcome. For further information call 875-4299 or visit [email protected] |
Shelburne Town Hall 168 Water Street Upstairs
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10:00 am -7:00 pm |
18th Century Loyalist Encampment - Open to Public Authentic 18th Century Living, including cooking, laundry, scribe, crafts, games, etc. Military Life, including uniforms, kit, musket care, drilling, orders |
Bill Norman Park Dock Street |
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10:00 am -6:00 pm |
Aboriginal Village Teepees, crafts and artifacts, canoes and interactive Mi’kmaq language displays |
Near Dory Shop |
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10:00 am - Closing |
Booths Open |
Dock Street |
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12:00 - 5:00 pm
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Children’s Inflatables Bounce Castles |
Near Fisherman’s Memorial |
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12:00 - 5:00 pm
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Musical Entertainment 12:00-1:00 pm: Jessica Jurgenliemk- Singer/Songwriter 1:00 - 2:00 pm: Nuband - Various 2:00 - 3:00 pm: Danny Acker - Folk 3:00 – 4:00 pm: The Barnwells - Bluegrass 4:00 – 5:00 pm: Naming the Twins - Folk |
Guild Hall |
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2:00 pm |
Regimental Military Parade The sound of fife and drums will fill the air during the march of the regimental military re-enactors in full uniform. |
Beginning on Dock Street |
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3:30 pm |
Prince of Wales Historic Dancers 18th Century Dance Demonstration |
Dock Street |
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4:00 pm |
Lobster Crate Races (waiver required to be signed) Take the challenge of scampering across a string of floating lobster crates while trying to avoid a splash. |
Dock Street Wharf |
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4:30 pm |
Re-enactment of Regimental Pay Day Soldiers and Servants line up, hoping to be paid by the Regiment Commander. |
Encampment |
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5:45 pm |
Regatta – Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club |
Shelburne Harbour |
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6:00 – 8:00 pm |
Face Painting with MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders |
Fisherman’s Memorial |
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6:00 – 7:00 pm |
Shelburne County Idol - Preliminary Round Discover the best singer in the County, the winner is determined by local judges. Finalists to advance to Saturday’s finale. |
Guild Hall |
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6:00 – 7:30 pm |
Canoe Jousting (waiver required to be signed) Medieval Jousting from a Canoe |
Shelburne Harbour |
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7:30 pm |
Jell-O Eating Contest (waiver required to be signed) Dive into everyones favorite jiggly treat. All Ages |
Fisherman’s Memorial |
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8:15 – 9:15 pm |
The Amazing Mr. J’s Magic Show Be prepared to be wowed, wooed and dazzled by Mr. J and his interactive magic show. All Ages |
Guild Hall |
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10:00 pm (weather permitting) |
Fireworks Display Watch the sky light up with an explosion of colour. |
Dock Street |
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9:30 pm – 12:00 am |
Musical Entertainment One Meter Up - Rock
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Guild Hall |
Saturday, July 20
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TIME |
EVENT |
LOCATION |
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8:00 – 11:00 am |
Sandy Point Lighthouse Community Centre Breakfast ($7.00/adult, $3.00/child) |
Sandy Point Lighthouse Community Centre 1586 Sandy Point Road |
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9:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Farmer’s Market Enjoy a wide variety of local foods and crafts on the waterfront. |
Guild Hall |
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10:00 am–7:00 pm |
18th Century Loyalist Encampment Open to Public Authentic 18th Century Living, including cooking, laundry, scribe, crafts, games, etc. Military Life, including uniforms, kit, musket care, drilling, orders |
Bill Norman Park Dock Street |
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10:00 am–6:00 pm |
Aboriginal Village Teepees, crafts and artifacts, canoes and interactive Mi’kmaq language displays |
Near Dory Shop |
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10:00 am – Closing |
Booths Open |
Dock Street
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12:00 pm |
Preparation for Children’s Clown Parade with MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders |
Near Fisherman’s Memorial |
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12:00 – 5:00 pm |
Children’s Inflatables Pirate Ship Bouncer |
Near Fishermen’s Memorial |
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12:00 – 6:00 pm |
Musical Entertainment 12:00 – 1:00 pm: Banjo Bubba - Country 1:00 - 2:00 pm: Jamie Cotter - Country 2:00 – 3:00 pm: Les Acadiens - Bluegrass 3:00 – 4:00 pm: Saltwater Cowboys - Country 4:00 – 5:00 pm: Bob Vacon - Blues 5:00 – 6:00 pm: Failin’ Health - Blues
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Guild Hall |
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12:30 pm
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Children’s Clown Parade with MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders |
Dock Street |
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12:45 pm |
Regatta – Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club |
Shelburne Harbour |
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1:00 – 2:00 pm |
Costume Character Games (Elmo, Bert & Ernie) with MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders |
Fisherman’s Memorial |
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2:00 pm |
Regimental Military Parade The sound of fife and drums will fill the air during the march of the regimental military re-enactors in full uniform. |
Beginning on Dock Street |
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2:30 pm |
Man Overboard Drill Watch as the master gives instructions and conducts the drill that necessitates abandoning shop as well as the recovery of persons who have fallen overboard. Hosted by the Scotia Fundy Professional Fisherman’s Registration and Training Association.
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Dock Street Wharf |
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2:30 |
Amazing Race(waiver required to be signed) with MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders. Come challenge your knowledge of local history, geography and trivia in this fun, family-friendly race. All Ages |
At the Information Booth on Corner of Anne and Dock Streets |
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3:30 pm |
Limbo Contest with Elmo, Bert & Ernie, MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders How LOW can you go? |
Dock Street |
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4:00 pm
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18th Century Loyalist Encampment Dutch Oven Cooking Demonstration |
Bill Norman Park, Dock Street |
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4:30 – 7:00 pm |
Face Painting with MDS Summer Staff and Jr. Volunteer Leaders |
Fisherman’s Memorial |
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6:00 pm |
Lobster Crate Races (waiver required to be signed) Take the challenge of scampering across a string of floating lobster crates while trying to avoid a splash. |
Dock Street Wharf |
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6:00 - 7:00pm |
Shelburne County Idol - Finale Finalists sing-off for 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Prizes |
Guild Hall
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7:00 - 8:30 pm |
Canoe Races (waiver required to be signed) For the competitor at heart |
Waterfront |
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7:00 - 9:00 pm |
Musical Entertainment 7:00- 8:00 pm: Kill the Messenger - Rock 8:00 - 9:00 pm: Tangos - Rock |
Guild Hall |
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9:30 pm (weather permitting)
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Harbour Parade of Lights Uniquely decorated local boats parade up Shelburne Harbour.
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Shelburne Harbour |
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10:00 pm - 12:00 am
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Musical Entertainment Winsome Blues Band - Blues
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Guild Hall
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11:00 pm |
Awards for Harbour Parade of Lights Prizes Awarded in two Categories – Commercial and Pleasure – 1st Place $500 cash, 2nd Place $250 cash, 3rd Place $100 cash, plus donated prizes |
Guild Hall |
Sunday, July 21
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8:00 - 11:00 am |
Albert Lodge #30 Breakfast ($6.00/adult, $3.00/child) |
156 Water Street |
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10:00 am - Closing |
Booths Open |
Dock Street |
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10:00am-4:00 pm |
Coastal Oldies Car Show |
Shelburne Community Centre 63 King Street |
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11:00 am |
Loyalist Era Church Service |
Guild Hall |
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12:00 - 5:00 pm |
Children’s Inflatable Fire Truck Slide |
Fisherman’s Memorial |
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12:30 - 4:30 pm |
Hatfield Farms - Petting Zoo Enjoy an interactive afternoon with adorable farm animals. All Ages |
TBA |
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1:00 pm |
Shelburne County Archives & Genealogical Society - Book Launch “The Lightkeepers of McNutt’s Island” by Anne Yarbrough |
Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club |
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1:00 - 3:30 pm |
Laser Tag Exercise your body and mind in a challenging game of tag using harmless infrared equipment with realistic lights and sounds. (Ages 7+) |
Guild Hall |
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12:45 pm |
Regatta – Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club |
Shelburne Harbour |
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2:00 pm |
Lobster Crate Races (waiver required to be signed) Take the challenge of scampering across a string of floating lobster crates while trying to avoid a splash. |
Dock Street Wharf |
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2:00 - 3:00 pm |
Story Time with Elmo, Bert & Ernie Gather around for an hour of story time fun on the waterfront. |
Fisherman’s Memorial |
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2:30 pm |
Wings Eating Contest (waiver required to be signed) A chance for wing lovers to savour the flavour. Only one will rule the roost and be crowned 2013 King/Queen of the Wings. (Ages 16 +)
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Near Guild Hall |
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3:30 pm |
Coastal Oldies Car Show Parade Watch these beautiful oldies parade along Dock St. |
Dock Street |
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4:00 - 6:00 pm |
Seafood Chowder Supper Seafood Chowder, Rolls/Crackers, Blueberry or Rhubarb Crisp and Drink $10.00/person. Hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada |
Near Guild Hall |
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4:15 pm |
DRAWS: VIA Rail Draw - $1,000.00 prize (Travel Voucher) Booth Draw - $50.00 Prize (Vendors Only) |
Guild Hall |
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4:30 - 6:00 pm |
Jamie Cotter Gospel Service
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Guild Hall |
Shelburne County Museum 30th Anniversary Display – Thursday thru Sunday
LIFE SIZE Costume Characters (Elmo, Bert & Ernie) will be greeting the crowd throughout the weekend.
Shelburne Harbour Tours - Aboard the “Brown Eyed Girl”
- 3 Tours per day – 9:00 am, 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm
- For more information, please call Ken /Sherri Taylor 875-6521
14th Annual Whirligig and Weathervane Festival – September 21-22, 2013
