Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions' Hall a gifted group of musicians and their supporters gather to play, sing and enjoy the music. Enjoy the comfort of the Hall where it is cool or warm, and dry when you need it to be. Clean washrooms available! No alcohol is permitted or served. Please bring a snack to share with everyone. A good time is had!

Join Jerome the Gravekeeper and his Ghostly Friends on a
family-friendly, historic production throughout the downtown core of the Devil's Half Acre (Kentville).

Meet at in the outside front parking lot of the Main Street Station (formally the Cornwallis Inn).

Cash-only before the show:
$25 Adult
$20 Student
$45 2-Pack
$120 6-Pack
(Jerome likes it when you tell him in advance that you'll be attending.)

Follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram) for all updates on the day of the show. Bring walking shoes, and bundle up. In case of bad weather, there will be an indoor option.

HUGE thank you to our main 2025 sponsors, The Town of Kentville & Paddy's Pub.

#ValleyGhostWalks
#YoullDigIt

~ Jerome the Gravekeeper

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.

9 Shows

October 3, 4, 5m 10, 11, 12m 17, 18, 19m

Written By Stephen Mallatratt

Adapted from the Novel by Susan Hill

Cast is: LOGAN MORTON and JONAH HARRIS

Directors: Lilly Ashdown & Lesley Chapman 

Produced By: Elva Kelley, Melissa Wilkinson

 Hmmmmm, bacon!

Come and enjoy a delicious big breakfast on October 4th at the Kentville Lions' Club (78 River Street).  You'll need to fuel up for the kick off to Pumpkin People Festival in Kentville, so let the Lions help with that! 

Eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, hash browns, baked beans, coffee, tea, juice...oh, did I mention the bacon?

$10 for adults, $5 for kids 10 and under. 8AM to 10AM.

Start your weekend right with a Lions' Big Breakfast, then head to the Harvest Festival in Centre Square for a great day of celebrating the arrival of the Pumpkin People! 

Join us in Centre Square on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 am–3 pm for a full day of fall fun at the Kentville Harvest Festival.

This family-friendly event will feature:

• Vendor Market
• Food Trucks
• Climbing Wall
• Bouncy Castle
• Play Zone
• Live Music and Entertainment
• Pumpkin Carving with Spike

Come celebrate the season with food, fun, and community spirit. Whether you’re shopping local, enjoying live music, or carving pumpkins with Spike, there’s something for everyone at the Harvest Festival.

 October 4 • 3:00 – 6:00 PM Kentville Lower Rec

Looking for a furry friend, or just want to interact with some cats (and enjoy some Halloween fun)? Join Thalia Barn Cat Rescue for an afternoon of adoptable kittens and cats, cozy drinks, and family-friendly activities!

What to expect:
Meet adoptable kittens & cats ready for their forever homes
Or just pop in to interact and cuddle with friendly cats
Tea, coffee & seasonal treats
Prize wheel with fun giveaways
Colouring sheets and activities for kids
Halloween-themed vibes and photo-op moments

Location: Kentville Lower Rec
Time: 3:00–6:00 PM

Support local rescue efforts — every donation helps care for cats in need. Come for the cats, stay for the cuddles!

*We are allowing adoptions at the event itself, we recommend reaching out to thaliabarn.adoption@gmail.com before the event for information and pre-approval!

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions' Hall a gifted group of musicians and their supporters gather to play, sing and enjoy the music. Enjoy the comfort of the Hall where it is cool or warm, and dry when you need it to be. Clean washrooms available! No alcohol is permitted or served. Please bring a snack to share with everyone. A good time is had!

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube.  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.

Are you a new or expecting father or male identifying caregiver who could benefit from learning skills and confidence in your fathering journey?
Join us for our educational, supportive New and Expectant Dad's program.
Topics Include:
💤 Newborn sleep education
🚗 Car seat safety
💙 Postpartum support
🍼 Nutrition - including breastfeeding, formula feeding, introducing solids
👶🏾 Child Development
Who: New or Expecting Dads and Male Identifying Caregivers
Where: Family Service Office, Suite 103, 491 Main Street, Kentville, NS
When: Tuesday, October 14th & 21st, 2025 6:00pm-8:00pm
Dinner provided!

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions' Hall a gifted group of musicians and their supporters gather to play, sing and enjoy the music. Enjoy the comfort of the Hall where it is cool or warm, and dry when you need it to be. Clean washrooms available! No alcohol is permitted or served. Please bring a snack to share with everyone. A good time is had!

Have a bike you’re not using? Looking for a new ride? Want to learn some simple bike basics? This event is for YOU!

📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕐 1:00 – 3:00 PM
📍 Recreation Hub (800 West Main St, Kentville)

✅ Take a bike • Leave a bike • Learn the basics!
✅ Free Bike Exchange
✅ Hands-on Bike Basics Workshop (safety checks & maintenance tips)

🌟 Try it for FREE and give an old bike new life while finding your next adventure on two wheels!

📧 recreation@kentville.ca

Come on out to the Kentville Autumn Market on October 19th at the Kentville Fire Hall from 10am - 3pm. There will be lots of talented vendors with a wonderful assortment of unique crafts and wares. A gift basket and 50/50 draw will be held in support of the Community Alternatives Living Society (CLAS). Tickets are $2 each, 3 for $5 or 10 for $10 (cash only). The gift basket will be made up of donations from all the amazing vendors. The draw will take place on the 19th at 2:30pm. We will have live entertainment by Maddy Ewing as well. Admission is free. There are also a few spots left for vendors. The application form can be found on our Facebook page (Wreath & Wire Coastal Markets) or by emailing wreathandwire.cm@gmail.com.

fundraiser for kidney foundation

Are you a new or expecting father or male identifying caregiver who could benefit from learning skills and confidence in your fathering journey?
Join us for our educational, supportive New and Expectant Dad's program.
Topics Include:
💤 Newborn sleep education
🚗 Car seat safety
💙 Postpartum support
🍼 Nutrition - including breastfeeding, formula feeding, introducing solids
👶🏾 Child Development
Who: New or Expecting Dads and Male Identifying Caregivers
Where: Family Service Office, Suite 103, 491 Main Street, Kentville, NS
When: Tuesday, October 14th & 21st, 2025 6:00pm-8:00pm
Dinner provided!

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions' Hall a gifted group of musicians and their supporters gather to play, sing and enjoy the music. Enjoy the comfort of the Hall where it is cool or warm, and dry when you need it to be. Clean washrooms available! No alcohol is permitted or served. Please bring a snack to share with everyone. A good time is had!

Ghostly Walk Paint Night – Pumpkin People, Fall Harvest Festival Edition! 🎃

No experience needed, all supplies (and a sketch!) provided. Arrive early for dinner, painting starts at 8pm. Spaces are limited – events often sell out – so book early!

The advisory group for the Kentville Police Service, the Police Commission works to help strengthen and improve the Police Service. The commission meets 11 times per year to discuss emerging issues, equipment, and personnel. Members on this board include two members of Town Council, two members from the community, and a representative from the provincial Department of Justice.  

https://kentville.ca/public-safety/police-commission

Seasonal decor and gifts at the Kentville Lions' Craft Sale. 50/50 draw 9AM - 2PM at the Kentville Lions' Hall, 78 River Street $2 admission at the door. $20 tables for vendors Contact Myrna at 902 679 5861 to book your table today!

Join us in the Town of Kentville right in the heart of Downtown, Centre Square!  Kentville is a great place to spend a Saturday, especially on Market Days.  

It's also Pumpkin People time! (If you don't know what that means, check it out here!) Oct 25-26 is the last weekend to see the world famous gourd headed guys in Kentville this year, and it's worth a trip.  Visit the market and browse our vendor shops, enjoy delicious local treats and a breath of fresh air, and meet new people (pumpkin headed or otherwise, Kentville is a friendly bunch). We'd love to see you!

About the Mom Market:  We are Canada's Original Collective Market devoted to showcasing Small Business Owners Canada-Wide in consistent and high quality curated Vendor Markets.  Not a Mom? That's OK!  We're just founded by one!  Everyone is welcome in our Market space!

TAKE NOTICE that Kentville Town Council will be holding a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:30pm in Council Chambers of Town Hall, 354 Main Street, Kentville, NS. Council intends to consider at this meeting the following proposed amendments to the Land Use By-law (LUB) and Subdivision By-law (SB) to:

1. Establish phased subdivision approval provisions, including distinctions between local and collector streets;
2. Regulate limited-access street systems (cul-de-sacs, temporary turnarounds, looped streets);
3. Revise lot frontage requirements in the Medium Density Residential (R3) and High Density Residential (R4) zones;
4. Establish connectivity incentives linked to density bonusing;
5. Introduce collector street provisions requiring Town Engineer review where thresholds are exceeded;
6. Address legacy streets that exceed current standards; and
7. Require the reservation of corridors for future street connections, administered jointly by the Development Officer and Traffic Authority.
8. Require a phasing agreement at tentative subdivision for a phased development.

Any interested persons who wish to speak on the matter are welcome to attend and make their opinions known to Council. Visual presentations, such as PowerPoint, and written submissions must be provided to staff before 12pm on the business day immediately preceding the Hearing.

The applications are posted on the Town website at: www.kentville.ca/planning-applications

Further information may be obtained by contacting:

Darren Shupe (902-679-2529) dshupe@kentville.ca

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff.  At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town. Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube.  All council meetings and council meeting highlights are available on the town's YouTube channel.

Every Wednesday night at the Kentville Lions' Hall a gifted group of musicians and their supporters gather to play, sing and enjoy the music. Enjoy the comfort of the Hall where it is cool or warm, and dry when you need it to be. Clean washrooms available! No alcohol is permitted or served. Please bring a snack to share with everyone. A good time is had!

A Public Participation Meeting will be held at the Kentville Town Hall, 354 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, at 5:00 PM on October 30, 2025 to provide an opportunity for the public to comment on or make suggestions to the proposed amendments. Presentations on the proposed amendments will be made by planning staff and the applicant.

Planning Application: The Town of Kentville is considering a proposed amendment to its Land Use By-law that would allow, under specific conditions, the issuance of development and building permits prior to final subdivision approval. The intent of this amendment is to enable housing construction to proceed concurrently with infrastructure completion, while maintaining municipal oversight and safety standards.

The Public Participation Meeting will be held to provide residents and interested community members an opportunity to learn more about the proposal, ask questions, and share feedback before the matter proceeds to Council for consideration.

Date/Time: October 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Location: Kentville Town Hall, Council Chambers

For further information, copies of the proposal, and questions about making a submission please contact Darren Shupe, Director of Planning, at (902) 679-2529 or dshupe@kentville.ca

October 7, 2025
Chris McNeill, Town Clerk
TOWN OF KENTVILLE