Community Announcements
Richmond County Literacy Network - Free Courses
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Richmond County Literacy Network
Basic Digital Literacy
Richmond County Literacy Network’s core program is ideal for learners to enhance their digital skills and seize job opportunities in a competitive market. This 3 day per week, 12-week program (You can also stretch this course out longer) will certainly give learners foundational digital knowledge but perhaps more importantly, build confidence in using digital tools for work and education. RCLN will ensure learners are set up with everything that they need in order to be successful, including lending a laptop and software and at the end there will be an accredited Northstar certificate. Please contact Richmond Literacy to reserve your spot.
Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC)
Richmond County Literacy Network will be offering prep courses for the new CAEC, commencing September of 2024. The Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) is a series of 5 tests (Math, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, and Science) that replaces the GED as a high school equivalency. RCLN will accommodate learners with an experienced instructor either in -person or by virtual classroom. Laptops and all equipment will be provided if needed. Please contact Richmond Literacy to reserve your spot.
Digital Wellness
Whether you’re new to using technology or simply wanting to improve your digital skills, our inclusive and personalized program is tailored to what you need. Richmond County Literacy Network is offering classes on teaching you more about your tech tools; phones, laptops, tablets and IPADS. Weekly scheduled classes tailored to your every day electronics. Classes are in- person, online or there are location options available as well. This will run for approx. 39 weeks commencing in Sept 2024. Contact us today and book your spot!
Contact Information
Mitch David
Executive Director
Richmond County Literacy Network
10036 Grenville Street, St. Peters, N.S.
Box 98. B0E 3B0
Email:
Office: 902-535-3304
Cell: 902-631-5199
Call for Volunteers - 2024 Celtic Colours International Festival
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Celtic Colours International Festival is looking for volunteers to help make the magic happen!
SITE volunteers work with the venue to greet the audience, deal with tickets, and ensure that the venue and patron’s needs are met. STAGE volunteers work with the technical crew to ensure that the show runs smoothly, and that artists' needs are met. They are a dynamic team that work together to make this world-renowned festival a success. And through it all they are supported by the staff at Celtic Colours. Please note that volunteers should expect a commitment of at least an 8-hour day and must participate in training workshops provided by the Festival.
There will be a training workshop in Cheticamp on September 11th , Port Hood on September 12th and Louisdale on September 16th.
If you’re interested in learning more please check out this link:
www.celtic-colours.com/volunteer
We look forward to hearing from you!
Summer Jams
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Visiting Players & Listerns Welcome
Thursdays, July 11 - September 5, 2024
St. Peter's Lions Marina
7:30 pm
Woodland Angelica Invasive Species
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Woodland Angelica Invasive Species
Woodland angelica
Cape Breton and Federicton are the ground zero of Woodland Angelica invasion in North America. Woodland angelica may seem quite similar to queen-Anne's lace, but beware: it's actually a member of the celery family and a serious invader of wooded edges and moist open areas.
How is it identified?
The robust plant has a thick stalk that can grow up to a metre tall, with roots spreading as deep as two and a half metres deep. It features umbrella-like flower heads and leaf sheaths. Plants can grow more than two metres tall and can commonly found along the side of the road. The plant's sap can cause blisters and rashes when exposed to sunlight.
How does it grow?
This invasive plant spreads through its roots as well as its seeds, and grows quickly.
Where does it grow?
Woodland angelica is native to Europe and Asia. The plants are invading Eastern Canada through Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Quebec.
How can you help?
Promote the use of attractive native and non-invasive plants. If you identify woodland angelica on your property physically remove first year plants and cut the seed heads of second year plants to stop the spread. It is recommended to wear gloves, work on cloudy days, and wash thoroughly after handling to avoid burns and rashes. Do not compost or burn plant or plant parts, instead double bag them and let them rot in the sun before discarding. If you spot this invasive species, report the location to the Nova Scotia Invasion Species Council.
document To view the Isle Madame Garden Club Powerpoint Presentation click here. (2.00 MB)
For more information visit: https://nsinvasives.ca/woodland-angelica/
To view the information session broadcasted by Telile Community Television , click here.
To view the Invasive Species Information Session , click here.