Presented by 101.5 the Hawk, Maritime Inns, The Reporter and Music Nova Scotia.

New Brunswick’s Matt Andersen marches on as his reputation as a player and performer grows by leaps and bounds. His sprawling blues, roots, and rock coupled with his soulful, powerful singing have lit a phenomenal buzz earning him a fervent audience.  Enjoy Matt Andersen, cabaret style in the Bear Head Conference Rm. on May 12th at 8pm.  Cost per ticket is $30.00  Sales for this event will begin on Dec. 22 at 9am and will be available the PHCC Box Office (902) 625-2591 or online at: Online Ticket Sales

Presented by 101.5 the Hawk, Maritime Inns, The Reporter and Music Nova Scotia, the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre welcomes Jenn Grant to the Shannon Studio stage on April 8th at 7:30pm!

PEI native Jenn Grant arrived on the scene in full technicolour with her debut Orchestra for the Moon (2007). The album, recorded at CBC Halifax, fused Jenn’s intuitive songcraft with a core of talented musicians who shaped and informed the creative instincts of this emerging talent.   Songs from her records have been heard on Grey’s Anatomy, Mercy, Shattered and Heartland. Jenn has performed across Canada, the US and Europe, with Hawksley Workman, Martin Tielli, Barenaked Ladies and others. Her albums have received East Coast Music Award and Music Nova Scotia award nominations.

Ticketsare $20.00 and  go onsale on Dec. 22 at 9am and are available at the PHCC Box Office (902)625-2591 or online at: Online Ticket Sales

Old Man Luedecke, is one of Canada’s best loved and most intriguing roots singer-songwriters. His performances are exciting and totally entertaining; his banjo style sparkles with originality and pure musicality. He has shared the stage and earned the affection of countless performers, including Feist, Joel Plaskett, Buck 65, Jill Barber, Bela Fleck, Kris Kristofferson, and Ashley MacIsaac. 

Presented by 101.5 the Hawk, Maritime Inns, The Reporter and Music Nova Scotia, Old Man Luedecke will take the stage in the Shannon Studio on Jan. 28th at 7:30pm.  Tickets for this performanceare $20 and  will be available at the PHCC Box Office (902) 625-2591 or online at: ONLINE TICKET SALES

It’s not that Jimmy Rankin puts his heart on his sleeve, but he’s sure not afraid to roll’em up and consider the state of love in the modern world. With his fourth solo CD, Forget About the World, Jimmy Rankin serves up a decidedly jubilant songwriter record that celebrates love and life with a fervour. Rankin takes listeners on a musical journey with a dozen songs imbued with a strong sense of imagery that captures the essence of emotions, moments where things change – for the better, for the worse, forever

Enjoy Jimmy Rankin on stage, cabaret style in the Bear Head Conference Room on Feb. 4th at 8pm.  Tickets for this show will be on sale beginning Dec. 22nd at 9am and cost $30.00.  Tickets can be purchased at the PHCC Box Office (902)625-2591 or online at:

Online Ticket Sales

Presented by United Rental, this Sunday's Granville Green concert features The Stanfields with Special Guests: The Town Heroes. 

Granville Green begins at 7:00pm each Sunday evening and is a free outdoor concert.  Bring a blanket or chair for your own comfort and join us for some amazing music! 

Showtime Australia Presents:

Sat. Oct. 16th  8:00PM

SAERC Auditorium

Tickets on Sale Now!

To reserve your seat or for more information please call the Box Office at 625-2591

Showtime Australia Presents:

Sat. Sept. 11, 2010    8:00PM

Tickets on Sale Now!!  Please call the Box Office for more information:  625-2591

Home is Where the Heart Is

The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre is once again very pleased to host the opening concert of the Celtic Colours International Festival.  The theme for this year's festival is "Home is Where the Heart Is" and the concert will feature many of Nova Scotia's finest entertainer's who have gone on to earn international acclaim but still remain loyal to their Cape Breton roots.

Tickets available at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Box Office: 625-2591 or by call 1-877-285-2321

Congratulations to the SAERC Class of 2010!

Sadly Bruce Cockburn has been forced to cancel his upcoming tour of The Maritimes and a date in Quebec City.

Bruce was advised to cancel all of the concerts by his physicians due to his current bout of pneumonia that has also resulted in a partially collapsed lung.

Bruce was recently diagnosed after being admitted to a hospital in eastern Ontario shortly upon his return from a personal trip to Bolivia.

He is expected to make a full recovery and is currently resting well in Ontario.

Bruce had this to say, “I’m very disappointed to have to cancel this tour and know how inconvenient it is to many but I’m just unable to perform in this condition. I hope we will be able to reschedule all of the dates in the not too distant future. I’m looking forward to getting back to each of the cities and towns on the tour as soon as possible.”

OCT       14        QUEBEC CITY QC  LE PALAIS MONTCALM  

OCT       15        SUMMERSIDE PE                  

OCT       16        ST. JOHN NB    IMPERIAL THEATRE

OCT       17        FREDERICTON NB    THE PLAYHOUSE  

OCT       19        MONCTON NB      CAPITOL THEATRE

OCT       20        HALIFAX NS    REBECCA COHN

OCT       22        MEMBERTOU NS     MEMBERTOU 

OCT       23        PORT HAWKSBURY NS     SAERC

OCT       25        WINDSOR NS      MERMAID THEATRE  

OCT       26        ANNAPOLIS ROYAL NS     KINGS THEATRE

OCT       27        LUNENBURG NS         PEARL THEATRE  

OCT       28        TRURO NS     MARIGOLD CENTRE

PLEASE CONTACT THE PORT HAWKESBURY CIVIC CENTRE BOX OFFICE AT 625-2591 FOR REFUNDS FOR SAERC EVENT.

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A tribute concert celebrating the music of Master Cape Breton Fiddler  Jerry Holland will take place in the Bear Head Room on July 16th at 7:00pm.  Some of Cape Breton's finest musicians will be on hand for this mega-concert including; Mike Hall, Howie MacDonald, Patrick Gillis, Robbie & Isaac Fraser, Kinnon & Betty Beaton, Brenda Stubbert, Marc Boudreau, Dawn & Margie Beaton, and Cheryl Smith. 

The 36th Annual Port Hawkesbury Highland Dance Competition will take place in the Bear Head Conference Room on May 29th beginning at 9:00am.  We are pleased to welcome esteemed judges from Scotland and Ontario.  The competition will feature over 150 highland dancers.  Canteen services will be available.

 May 1 2010

The Strait Area AGM will be held Friday, April 30 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. 

President's Reception   6:00 p.m.

Call to order  6:45 p.m.

Tickets:

$50.00 Members

$60.00 Future Members

For further information contact the Chamber office at 625-1588

The Strait Area AGM will be held Friday, April 30 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. 

President's Reception   6:00 p.m.

Call to order  6:45 p.m.

Tickets:

$50.00 Members

$60.00 Future Members

For further information contact the Chamber office at 625-1588

The Canadian Blood Donor Clinic will be held at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre April 28th and 29th. For more information call 1-800-to-donate