Paradise Historical Society would like to invite residents of Paradise to a FREE barbecue and corn boil. We’ve had such an enjoyable time the last couple of years, we hope you are able to join us again or for the first time. Please come to enjoy BBQ, corn on the cob, and chat with neighbours […]
Meet & Greet with Mr. Carman Kerr, M.L.A. Please feel free to drop into the Paradise Heritage Centre to meet our M.L.A. for the constituency of Annapolis. Click for more information about Mr. Kerr.
Author Talk & Workshop Novel Writing: The Art of Blending Fact, Fiction and Fantasy with Karen (Leonard) Kelloway When: 9 - 10:30 am, Saturday, Sept. 9th Location: The Paradise Heritage Centre Did you know that Karen went to the Paradise School as a child and was in the last class before it closed? Growing up […]
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The Paradise Historical Society will be hosting a second Rug Hooking Workshop. A comprehensive, hands-on, beginner rug hooking course will be held at the Paradise Heritage Centre at 10307 Highway #1 in Paradise. From drawing your pattern to finishing the edges, you will learn everything needed to complete your first rug […]
What do you know about the story of Annapolis County? Please join us to learn about our area's history and how best to honour it and those who were here before us. A very special presentation about the history of Annapolis County by Warden Alex Morrison and co-presenter Linda Bent will bring a historic snapshot […]
Learn how to knit these soft, fluffy mittens - a delight to wear and well-suited to our maritime climate. In this workshop you will learn how to: Work a textured double cuff. Prepare thrums, knit them into your mitten, and secure them in place. Materials provided: Thrum Thrills kit Needles: 3.25 mm double points or […]
Join guide, Janice Leonard, on a Hike Through Paradise to explore the sites that have informed the story of Paradise. This will be a walk along the Harvest Moon Trail and through the village. Some rougher terrain so get your hiking gear on! Interpretive signs and storytelling, with refreshments at the Paradise Heritage Centre after […]
Winter's coming. Keep the chill out with a warm, wool cowl. In this workshop you will learn how to: Cast on and join in the round Knit Cast off Materials provided: 1 skein of yarn Needles and Notions Required: 4.5 mm circular - 40 cm in length Tapestry needle Stitch marker (optional) Row counter (optional) […]
They sleep forever in their resting place - but their stories still speak to us. Join us for a tour of our beautiful cemetery in Paradise. This will be a joint fundraiser for the Paradise Historical Society and the Paradise Cemetery. Refreshments at the Paradise Heritage Centre after the tour. We will meet at the […]
Expert History Hunter, Nev Parker, will explain how to, what not to do, and do some show and tell with us. He has found some incredible pieces and will answer questions such as: Do you try it yourself or find someone else to? Where is the best place to look on your property? (Hint: Probably […]
