Maitland Launch Festival

Tonight at 7pm at High Tides Theatre Free Admission - All Ages Part of the Maitland Launch Festival 2018 concert performances

A touch of colour on a grey day Town criers from the Nova Scotia Guild of Town Criers competed in Maitland, Hants County last weekend during Launch Day festivi...ties, adding extra cheer to the day. Anita Benedict, official town crier for the Municipality of East Hants, hosted her fellow guild members. The theme was, appropriately, Women in the Age of Sail. Two new criers performed to warm applause but did not compete: Will Brewer, Old Town Halifax crier, and Maura Scranton, junior crier from Annapolis Royal, mentored by seasoned crier, Peter Davies. Maitland Launch Festival #towncrier East Hants Historical Society Municipality of East Hants Town of Annapolis Royal Cape Breton Regional Municipality Town of New Glasgow Municipality of the District of West Hants Town of Bridgewater Halifax Regional Municipality High Tides Arts & Community Centre See more

A throw back Thursday to Launch Days with our first Town Crier in East Hants John White. Thanks to Helen Lawrence for sharing this onnher Facebook.

Getting the Youth involved. Youth Crier Event and a talented young magician.(photo credit Neil Benedict

2018 was a busy season at High Tides and for The CHArt Society! Which of our events did you attend? Which ones did you enjoy the most? Winter Mayhem Photo Exhi...bit The BIG Dime Auction Community Brunch Grand Opening Celebration Ted Wallace in Concert Photo Workshops Historic Places Day 75 Mile Yard Road Scholars Senior's Breakfast Tea Community Social Town Criers Competition Launch Day The Sadies in Concert The Mud Flats in Concert Up & Coming Culture - Gaspar Cross in Concert The Gift of the Magi Victorian Tea - Christmas Festival Christmas Eve See more

Tonight at 7pm at High Tides Theatre Free Admission - All Ages Part of the Maitland Launch Festival 2018 concert performances

Happy to be spending an evening with these two! A free concert to end the Launch Festival. A great show for all ages. The ship has sailed on the tide and now the Mudflats will have their day! Please share!

A touch of colour on a grey day Town criers from the Nova Scotia Guild of Town Criers competed in Maitland, Hants County last weekend during Launch Day festivi...ties, adding extra cheer to the day. Anita Benedict, official town crier for the Municipality of East Hants, hosted her fellow guild members. The theme was, appropriately, Women in the Age of Sail. Two new criers performed to warm applause but did not compete: Will Brewer, Old Town Halifax crier, and Maura Scranton, junior crier from Annapolis Royal, mentored by seasoned crier, Peter Davies. Maitland Launch Festival #towncrier East Hants Historical Society Municipality of East Hants Town of Annapolis Royal Cape Breton Regional Municipality Town of New Glasgow Municipality of the District of West Hants Town of Bridgewater Halifax Regional Municipality High Tides Arts & Community Centre See more

A throw back Thursday to Launch Days with our first Town Crier in East Hants John White. Thanks to Helen Lawrence for sharing this onnher Facebook.

Truro Daily Coverage

The Launch Festival continues this Sunday with THE SADIES in Concert at High Tides Theatre! Sunday, Sept 30th You don't want to miss this!! "The Sadies bring their signature blend of country, psychedelic, rock and surf into rifle-scope focus on Internal Sounds, further underscoring their reputations as musicians’ musicians. Always at the top of the list when discussing musical chops and live intensity, The Sadies are now more intent than ever on making their mark as songwri...ters. In one turn as heavy as a sledge, and on the other flitting across melodies with the ease of so many sparrows, The Sadies prove once again that denying them now is simply prolonging your conversion. So go on, pull up that screeching wooden chair that bows with your weight. Slide it up next to the turntable and drop the needle, "The Sadies are a sure thing... tomorrow isn't."

Getting the Youth involved. Youth Crier Event and a talented young magician.(photo credit Neil Benedict

Thanks to Neil Benedict for this.

The Mock Launch. We didn't launch this year, but the story of the Great Launch was remembered in the Reporters Report.(photo credit Neil Benedict)

Launch Day Parade 2018! (photo credit Neil Benedict)

A Special thank you to the Maitland Fire dept for providing a safe route for the parade!A Special thank you to the Maitland Fire dept for providing a safe route for the parade!

A huge Shout out to Nettah Burry who used her wonderful talents to decorate the hall for the criers. It was beautiful as always.

This darling little trophy went to Ava and Hannah. They did well! 2 min and 30 sec. Thanks to Hants North Recreation and Development Assoc for organizing.

Pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 NS Guild of Town Criers Competiton. BEST CRY 1st Place James Stewart - New Glasgow 2nd Place... Lloyd Smith -Windsor/West Hants 3rd Place Greg Fenwick -Sackville BEST DRESSED 1st Place Lloyd Smith 2nd Place James Stewart 3rd Place Peter Davies- Annapolis Royal AMBASSADOR AWARD Anita Benedict- East Hants and Host Crier. See more

Whisky Barrel race participants and the amazing organizing team of Hants North Recreation and Development Association. It was amazing.

ALL events(except Whiskey Barrel Races they are still a go at Dawson Dowell) have been moved to the High Tides Centre on Church Hill. The Lawrence House is still open for free today.

The parade is a go at 10:30!The parade is a go at 10:30!

Parade decision by 8:30 ish. Youth event and TC Competition decision on where it will be held by noon. It is still a go no matter the weather. Will keep updating Be glad this storm didn't become a Tornado!

Today is the day and the weather is being a pain but it is supposed to clear. I am sure John will go ahead with the parade, what's a little rain and wind! As for other events....visit the museum- free admission. We shall see who can set up. We can go ahead with the Youth Town Crier Event at 1 pm and the adult Comp at 2. If we move to the theatre/church come find us.... The whisky barrel races can go forward. It's going to be sunny then! Please take a drive to come support the Hants North 2020 Travel group with their Bbq and bake sale. They are the ones I worry about. :) Will keep posting updates as I hear from organizers. See more

A very successful Community Social! Visiting Town Criers, visitors from Minnesota and great people from the community. Thanks to Owen Robert's for pulling it all together. Great talent by Kevin and Catherine, Glenroy, Bill and Owen. Thank you to our volunteers and thank you all for coming, I think we need to to that more often!

The social is in full swing! Stop on in.

Maitland Launch Festival begins tomorrow evening!

Everyone is watching the weather closely. Its has been hard for our weather forecaster to predict our crazy weather patterns. Keep fingers crossed for no rain! The only thing we can guarantee a dry venue is the Social and Competition! The Crier Competition will continue at High Tides Centre theater building should rain hit. Uniforms can not get damp. Watch this space for updates. And think positive weather thoughts.

Spoke with the organizers today. This event is NOT to be missed. Very creative ideas. Guaranteed to entertain. Thanks to the Hants North Recreation and Development Association for working with us on this.

After months of planning we are in the final few days. Helping plan this event has given me an even greater respect for not-for-profit groups who work so diligently with a limited budget of funds and time to create events for community.

Save the date! Join us at High Tides for a concert with The Mud Flats. Maitland Launch Festival events continue into October - even after the ship has sailed!

Two great radio hosts. Always welcoming! Can't wait to share their crys. Well done!

Just over a week to go! Lots going on next weekend but we hope to see a few come out and say hello! Buy a hot dog or baked goods to send our youth travelling like the sailors of long ago.

The Schedule of Events. Still time to sign up for events.

We are short days away from a unique event! Stop by and celebrate history in an event molded by by our tides. Watch for the full schedule of events.

Sept 1!!!! How did that happen? That means the countdown to festival officially begins. Coming soon-full schedule of events.Sept 1!!!! How did that happen? That means the countdown to festival officially begins. Coming soon-full schedule of events.

The countdown is on. Lots going on Sept 22 especially in the village of Maitland!The countdown is on. Lots going on Sept 22 especially in the village of Maitland!

What says East Hants to you?

Time to introduce the Criers! Just waiting on a photo from a special guest crier!

Launch Festival is putting out the call to all youth who want an excuse to be loud! Put on a fancy tricorn hat, be creative with your "regalia" and try your hand at being a Town Crier on Sept. 22. For more information and to register your spot email [email protected]

Come on down to Maitland on Sept 22, 2018 and step back into the Victorian era. This year the Launch Days portion of the Maitland Launch Festival will host the Nova Scotia Guild of Town Criers Provincial Competition. We will also have an opportunity for youth to try their town crying skills.

The CHArt Society will host the Nova Scotia Guild of Town Criers 2018 Provincial Competiton on Sept. 22 in Maitland! Criers from around the province will compet...e for top cry and well best dressed. Never heard a cry before? Join us at the Lawrence House at 2 pm and hear what these folks have to say. The theme? Women in the Age of Sail! See more

A highlight of the Maitland Launch Festival is the launch of the replica of the William D. Lawrence. Will it float? Will it sink? Will it cant to the right or left? Come find out on Sept. 22. after 11 am. Official schedule coming soon.

The Victorian Parade is a great way to step back in time. Dress up and join the parade to the Launch Site, or sit back and enjoy the costumed splendour. Join us on Sept 22 at 10:30 am for the parade as part of the Launch festval.

Stop by High Tides Arts & Community Centre on July 7th, 2018 for Historic Places Day. Join us for tea, coffee and snacks. Take Selfie at High Tides and post to ...National Trust Canada for a chance to win $1000 for yourself and $1000 for High Tides Arts & Community Centre. More info at www.historicplacesday.ca See more

The planning committee is working hard to get this year's festival up and running. Sept 21 and 22 are the Launch Days with some new and revamped activities. Watch for our schedule and mark the date on your calendar. See you in September.

Have you been to an event at High Tides?? Did you have a wonderful time? Thoughts you would like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Click on the link below and give us a REVIEW. Thank you and see you again soon.

Congratulations to Nettah Burry who was awarded the Provincial Volunteer Award for The Municipality of East Hants!! "Exceptional volunteers from across Nova Scotia have been honoured at the 44th annual Provincial Volunteer Award Ceremony."

See you this Wednesday.

Come to the GRAND OPENING of

The CHArt Society is hosting BRUNCH on Sat April 7th at

Be sure to visit the Maitland #Christmas Festival, November 23 to 26, 2017 in #Maitland, #NovaScotia. https://t.co/E7IlLMtIlM

Launch Day 2010

Thank you Maitland! Last night was a blast at High Tides Arts & Community Centre, and your town is absolutely beautiful. We hope to see you again.

Photos by Anita Benedict

THE STANFIELDS!! The Great Launch Concert FInale!! Wow! What a show! What a Launch!!

As part of the Launch Day Festivities - our new sign - created by local artist extraordinaire, Sharon Laska - was unveiled. Stop by and have a closer look!

While preparing for Launch Day 2017, we thought it would be fun to look back on Launch Days past! Here is an article from the Chronicle Herald 2012.

Preparing to Launch!

Preparing to Launch - October 21st!