Me, I’m a proud Cape Bretoner!

A friend sent this to me and said it would help one forget the freezing cold and winter blues…sure puts a smile on ones face, eh! Gotta love it!
It may have gone around before….ah it is fun to read again.
To Be A Cape Bretoner:
I’m not a coal miner or a fisherman.
I don’t know John [...]

Cape Breton Author Frank MacDonald

Frank MacDonald will be interviewed by Shelagh Rogers about his book ‘A Forest for Calum’ on CBC Radio , Monday, February 22, at 1 p.m. and repeating it on Saturday, February 27, at 4 p.m. It will also be posted on the website for a shor twhile following those airings. the link is www.cbc.ca/thenextchapter/

Andrea Beaton, Biography

One of Cape Breton’s most promising young fiddlers, Andrea Beaton comes by her music honestly. Listen to her play, the power of her bow, the drive and swing of her timing, the crispness of her attack. She’s making a name for herself in dance halls, concerts, pubs and festivals. Like the compelling tradition she represents, [...]

Early Days of the International Gathering of the Fiddles: Glendale

The tiny Cape Breton community of Glendale, snuggled in the rolling hills between Port Hawkesbury and Baddeck, was the site in early July (1979) of the International Gathering of the Fiddles.
Fiddlers from across Canada, the United States and Scotland tapped their toes and strung their bows together in the semi-annual Festival of Scottish Fiddling. [...]

Cape Breton (Poem by H. C. MacDonald)

A little place, but such a lovely one,
A place of lakes and hills and peaceful dales
A place of simple homes and kindly hearts,
A place of winding roads and woodsy trails.
A place where weary hearts will find content
Where tired eyes will brighten at the sight
Of sunsets glory or the hues of dawn
Or starry skies that roof [...]

Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts

Situated in the heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, the Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts was founded in 1938 by Rev. A.W.R. MacKenzie as a school devoted to the study and preservation of the Gaelic language, arts and culture. Students of all ages and abilities from around the world take courses [...]

Ghosts at the Fortress of Louisburg, C. B., N.S.

The Fortress of Louisburg is said to be haunted by at least four ghosts.
The most prominent one, a sea captain is said to be helpful. He has stopped people from falling on stairs and has greeted people or passed them even during the day and disappeared.
Another ghost, a nurse, is said to [...]

Celtic Colours International Festival

For nine days in October, Cape Breton will be alive with music and visitors as the Celtic Colours International Festival takes over the island.
Celtic Colours is a Cape Breton Island-wide festival with a wide array of events ranging from square dances in intimate community halls to grand concerts at some of the island’s larger [...]

The Official Coat of Arms

THE OFFICIAL COAT OF ARMS, FLAG AND A BADGE FOR THE CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY
On Monday, July 21st, 1997, the Chief Herald of Canada, Mr. Robert D. Watt, presented the Letters Patent granting an official Coat of Arms, Flag and a Badge for the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Following is a brief description of the main [...]

Just a few of Nova Scotia’s many amazing artists

Brenda Stubbert
Brenda was raised in Point Aconi, a small Cape Breton fishing and mining community a few miles from North Sydney and Sydney Mines. The Northside is known for its rich musical traditions and the Stubbert household had regular musical visitors including fiddlers Winston Fitzgerald, Johnny Wilmot, Joe Confiant and many others.
Brenda grew up [...]

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