April 2022
Album – TOYS IN THE ATTIC (AEROSMITH)
On this day in 1975, Aerosmith released their third studio album Toys In The Attic. The album is their most commercially successful in the US, with eight million copies sold and features the hit 'Walk This Way' which peaked at No.10 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1977 when re-released and was one of the songs that helped break Aerosmith into the mainstream in the seventies.
Find out more »Anniversary – TERRY FOX MARATHON OF HOPE (42)
On this day in 1980, Terry Fox started his 'Marathon of Hope'. Fox dipped his right leg in the Atlantic Ocean in St John's, Newfoundland, and filled two large bottles with ocean water. He intended to keep one as a souvenir and pour the other into the Pacific Ocean upon completing his journey at Victoria, British Columbia.
Find out more »GOOD FRIDAY
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death. Observed on the Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday Good Friday is a federal statutory holiday across Canada..
Find out more »RMS TITANIC ANNIVERSARY
110 years ago today, the RMS Titanic sunk in the North Atlantic Ocean. The largest and most luxurious ship in the world, the Titanic was also one of the most technologically advanced. The ship had 16 watertight compartments designed to keep it afloat if damaged. Known as the “the unsinkable ship,” the Titanic hit an iceberg at 11:40 pm on April 14, 1912, on her maiden voyage from England to New York City. Later, in the icy waters of the…
Find out more »Concert – CHRIS DE BURGH
"The Legend of Robin Hood & Other Hits" Canadian Tour 2022 Scotiabank Centre, Halifax
Find out more »EASTER MONDAY
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday, which commemorates Jesus Christ's resurrection, according to the Christian Bible. Easter Monday is a public holiday in 3 provinces and 3 territories, where it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed. Unfortunately, Nova Scotia is NOT one of those provinces.
Find out more »EARTH DAY
Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. For Earth Day 2022, we need to act (boldly), innovate (broadly), and implement (equitably). It’s going to take all of us. All in. Businesses, governments, and citizens — everyone accounted for, and everyone accountable. A partnership for the planet.
Find out more »A NIGHT OUT FOR SACKVILLE RIVER
Donations to Sackville Rivers Association from every pint, flight board, appetizer, and chicken skewer. Celebrate Earth Day by helping the environment
Find out more »HALIFAX POLAR PLUNGE
The ever-popular Halifax Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Nova Scotia returns in- person Plunger On-site Registration/Check-In: Saturday, April 30th, 2022 Halifax City Hall, Grand Parade Square, 1841 Argyle Street Registration from 10:00 am – 11:00 am If you miss check-in, you cannot plunge You will be given a plunger bracelet and plunge number After the plunge show your bracelet to receive your Polar Plunge Toque Opening Ceremonies: Will begin at 11:00 am with opening remarks Athletes Pledge Torch Run: Will…
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