Pictou Winter Carnival
February 16-17, 2013
Break out of hibernation and enjoy the outdoors guaranteeing rosey cheeks for everyone...... OR.........take in an event out of the cold for some indoor fun!
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Snow Sculpture Contest
There is Still Time to ENTER!
Town wide Snow Sculpture Contest....the challenge is on!!! PRIZES to be Won!
CATEGORIES:
School Challenge
Business 2 Business
On the Home Front
Register a team or go solo; call Pictou Recreation and Parks at 485-4372.
Create your masterpiece the week of the Carnival.
If the weather does not cooperate, take a picture and send it in.
Schedule of Events for 2013
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16th
Valentine Chocoholic Event – 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Pictou United Church
Delectable desserts, Valentine crafts, gourmet chocolate
fountain, games and activities for all ages
MARI GRAS MASQUERADE & CAJUN BUFFET
Dance to Follow with Music by Andy and Ariana
Tickets at the Stone Soup Café 485-4949
"Movie & A Swim" – 7:00-9:30 pm
Saturday, February 9th, Fisheries Training Pool
$5.50 per person, ½ hours swim after movie
Pre-registration required 485-5301
Featuring "Hotel Transylvania"
Trivia Night – 7:00 pm
Carver's Coffee House & Studio
Auction 45's Card Party – 7:00 pm
New Horizons Club
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17th
Coasting Party – 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Sleigh Rides (FREE) – 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Outdoor Pond Skate – all afternoon, weather pending
Snow Shoe Hike - 2:00 pm, meet at at McCulloch House, snow shoes provided; register at 485-4372, try something new, fun for the whole family
All afternoon events are hosted at the McCulloch Heritage Centre, enjoy a BBQ and hot chocolate while having some outdoor winter fun.
(color spray bottles will be supplied for snow sculptures/painting at the Centre)
Dart Game - 7:00 pm, New Horizons Club
The Pictou Winter Carnival is made possible through contributions of local businesses and community volunteers
Town of Pictou
AA Munro Insurance
Pictou Rotary Club
Pictou Lions Club
Pictou Pharmacy
Fulmore's Pharmachoice
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