12:00pm
17th Annual Tavern Tour Registration
This year’s registration will take place at the New Waterford Fire Hall. ONLY DAY FOR REGISTRATION! SPACES ARE LIMITED, FIRST COME FIRST SERVED! All shirts (size large-5XL) are $20. Participants must be 19 years of age or older to register. Photo ID is mandatory. Limit of 10 registrations per person. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

5:00pm-8:00pm
2nd Annual Kenny Timmons Sr. Robbie (Chief) Leadbeatter Labatt Lite Fast Ball Tournament
Sponsored by Labatt and the New Waterford Hawks. This 3 day event will be taking place at both the Tucker and Park fields. This event will host all the best fastball teams in the newly formed New Waterford District Bud Lite Fast Ball League. Don’t miss 10 former ball players being presented with plaques for their dedication to the game of ball on Saturday the 16th at 3:00pm. Come out and cheer on your favorite team and enjoy a great game of fast ball! For more information call Buddy at 862-4798 or 304-5901.

5:00pm-9:00pm
Kitchen Party
Sponsored and held at JT’s Pub and Grill. Kick off your Coal Dust Days celebrations early with great food as well entrainment provided by “Debbie and Michelle”. No cover charge. For more information call JT’s Pub and Grill at 862-8285.

10:00am-8:00pm
2nd Annual Kenny Timmons Sr. Robbie (Chief) Leadbeatter Labatt Lite Fast Ball Tournament
Sponsored by Labatt and the New Waterford Hawks. This 3 day event will be taking place at both the Tucker and Park fields. This event will host all the best fastball teams in the newly formed New Waterford District Bud Lite Fast Ball League. Don’t miss 10 former ball players being presented with plaques for their dedication to the game of ball on Saturday the 16th at 3:00pm. Come out and cheer on the players! For more information call Buddy at 862-4798 or 304-5901

12:30pm – 3:00pm
Sobeys Children’s Festival
Sponsored by New Waterford Sobeys, Coal Dust Days Committee and CBRM Recreation Department. All children are invited to Colliery Lands Park to join in the fun. The day will feature many skill testing games, fun activities, a barbeque, pony rides, and much more all provided free of charge! Enjoy an exciting performance by the legendary “Duncan Wells & the Apple in a Tree Band”. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

7:00pm
1st Annual Cribbage Tournament
Sponsored by and held at the Royal Canadian Legion ¬– Allan MacDonald Memorial Branch #015 – New Waterford. Cost is $10.00 per person with all entrance fees going back in prizes. There will be no partners. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Carol at 539-2013.

9:30am – 1:00pm
Pancake Breakfast
Held at the K.O.C. Hall, Plummer Ave. and sponsored by the Maple Hill Manor. Start your day off with this delicious hot breakfast. Cost is $4 for children and $7 for adults. Eat in or take out. Tickets can be purchased at the Maple Hill Manor or by phoning Lee at 862-6495.

1:00pm-7:00pm
2nd Annual Kenny Timmons Sr. Robbie Chief Leadbeatter Labatt Lite Fast Ball Tournament
Sponsored by Labatt and the New Waterford Hawks and held at Park Field. This event will host all the best fastball teams in the newley formed New Waterford District Bud Lite Fast Ball League. Semi-finals game will take place at 1:00pm and 3:00pm with the championship game at 5:00pm. Come out and cheer on your favorite team and enjoy a great game of fast ball! For more information call Buddy at 862-4798 or 304-5901.

2:00pm
Meat Roll
Sponsored by and held at the Royal Canadian Legion – Allan MacDonald Memorial Branch #015 – New Waterford. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Carol at 539-2013.

3:00pm
Coal Dust Days Parade
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation and the Coal Dust Days Committee. Formation takes place at 1:30pm on Plummer Avenue, near the KOC grounds. The parade gets under way at 3:00pm. The route for this year departs from lower Plummer Avenue, proceeds up King Street to Emerald Street, down Mahon Street to Plummer Avenue, ending near the KOC hall. Disbursement and awards ceremony will take place at the KOC hall immediately following parade. This year we will have cash prizes of $300.00, $200.00 and $100.00 for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. For more information or to register an entry, call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

9:00am
“Walk the Loop” Family Fun
Sponsored by CBRM Active Transportation Plan Committee, CBRM Recreation, Coal Dust Days Committee and Community Volunteers. Everyone is encouraged to grab their sneakers and join in on this fun and recreational New Waterford “Walk the Loop” (3.7 km). This event will begin at the Rose Schwartz Park and will end at the Royal Canadian Legion: Branch 15 where refreshments and snacks will be available for all participants. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

10:00am
1st Annual Pet Show
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation and the Coal Dust Days Committee and held at the Rose Schwartz Park on Plummer Avenue. Come out with your favorite pet for this exciting new event. Prizes will be awarded for Best Costume, Most Behaved, Best Trick, Best Pet/Owner Match, and Best Groomed. Pets must be on leases or in cages. Must be willing to clean up after pet. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

1:00pm
Make Your Own Pizza
Sponsored by and held at Fat Boys Pizza. Come join us to make and eat your own pizza that we all know and love. Spaces are limited and pre registration is required. Ages 15 years of age and younger. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

7:00pm
3rd Annual New Waterford Tarabish Championship
Sponsored by and held at the Royal Canadian Legion – Allan MacDonald Memorial Branch #015 – New Waterford. The cost is $10 per person with all entrance fees returned in prizes. No Partners, scores calculated by point total. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Carol at 862-2038.

7:00pm-1:00am
Wing Night with “Tender Trap”
Sponsored by and held upstairs at the French Club of New Waterford. Come out and enjoy an evening of music by “Tender Trap”. There is no cover charge; however, wings will be $4 per person. Wings will be served from 7:00pm-11:00pm and are eat-in only. For more information call Clifford at 862-3177.

7:30pm
Coal Dust Days Duplicate Bridge
Sponsored by the New Waterford Bridge Club and held at the Knights of Columbus, Plummer Ave. Admission is $5 per person and a complimentary light lunch will be offered. Bring a partner or phone ahead before 6:00pm on the day of the event. This event is ACBL affiliated, membership is not required. For more information call Hattie at 862-2171.

8:00pm
Family Walk In Drive-In “Screen on the Green”
Sponsored by the New Waterford Community Office, CBRM Recreation and New Waterford Coal Dust Days Committee. Come check out this exciting and unique event! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and lay out on Colliery Lands Park for an evening of movies under the stars. Enjoy some classic children’s games from 8:00pm – 9:00pm, then sit back and watch a new family release on the giant movie screen. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

8:30am-4:30am
Open House
Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Employment Resource Centre on Plummer Avenue. Come check out available employment opportunities and meet the NWERC staff. For more information call Danielle at 862-8856

10:00AM
Annual Coal Dust Days Bicycle Rodeo
Sponsored by CBRM Police Services - East Division, CBRM Recreation, and New Waterford Coal Dust Days Committee. The Rodeo will be held at the New Waterford Fire Hall parking lot. Participants must be between the ages of 5 and 12. Appropriate protective gear is required. Participants will receive a certificate and an entry into the draw for a chance to win a brand new bicycle! For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710

12:00pm-2:00pm
Mad Science Fun Day
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation and the New Waterford Coal Dust Days Committee and held at the New Waterford Fire Hall. You will be well entertained and astounded by our two great workshops which will include Fun Physical Reactions, and Crazy Chemical Reactions. Spots are limited so pre-registration is required. Limited to children ages 5-12. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

10:00am-12:00pm
Adult Rollblading
Get out your blades for some rollerblading fun! Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Community Centre. The cost is $3 per person. For more information call New Waterford Community Centre at 862-6031.

1:00pm “Shot Gun Sta
New Waterford Open Golf Tournament
Sponsored by Bud Light, Casino Nova Scotia and New Waterford Credit Union. Come out and enjoy a fun filled day of golf held at the Lingan Golf & Country Club. Number of entries is limited, apply early for entrance. Applications will be accepted on a first come basis. The price this year will be $25 for the tournament and the meal. Non-members of Lingan must pay for green fees. Payment must be made in advance. Final date for entries is Friday July 15th, 2011. For more information call Brian at 862-8932.

6:30pm-8:30pm
Maple Hill Manor Weiner Roast
Sponsored by and held at the Maple Hill Manor. There is no admission fee and everyone is welcome. Come roast marshmallows and hot dogs and listen to great entertainment! Please use the front entrance of the Maple Hill Manor. For more information call Lee at 862-6495

6:00pm-9:00pm
Antique Car Show & Concert
Coordinated by the Coal Dust Days Committee, CBRM Recreation and Cape Breton Antique & Custom Car Club. Come out to Rose Schwartz Memorial Park for an evening viewing of antique cars and great music! Cars will be on display on Plummer Ave. between Gibbon Street and St. Anne Street. The first 75 cars will receive dash plaques. While viewing these classic cars you can enjoy the incredible sounds of “Back in Time” and “The Tony Leudy Band”. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

7:00pm
Steak Darts
Sponsored by and held at the Room with a Cue. Must be 19 years of age or older. Cost is $5 per person. For more information call The Room With a Cue at 862-8285.

7:00pm-12:00am
Wing Nite with "Old Sam"
Sponsored by and held at the Rack “N” Roll. Come to the Rack “N” Roll for our famous Wing Nite! Meet up with old friends and enjoy free entertainment by the band “Old Sam” from 10:00pm to 2:00am. For more information call Joe Anna at 862-8701.

1:00pm-3:30pm
2nd Annual Susan Coombs Memorial Teddy Bear Picnic
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation Department and Coal Dust Days Committee. Take your teddy bear, blanket, and favorite picnic lunch to Colliery Lands Park and join the teddy bears in their annual celebration featuring games, crafts, cake, “Bubbles the Clown” and much more. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

2:00pm
6th Annual “Fidel Gillis” Memorial Crib Tournament
Sponsored by and held at the Army Navy & Air Force Vets Unit 217. Entry fee is $10 per person and all money is returned in prizes. Prizes and giveaways will be awarded throughout the day. Light lunch to follow crib game. For more information call Ray at 862-7802.

2:00pm-4:00pm
Calvin United Church Women’s Annual Strawberry Festival
Sponsored by the Calvin United Church Women. This annual festival will be held at Calvin Church Hall on Smith St. Tickets are $5 each and are available from any Calvin UCW member or you can pay at the door. Eat in or take out. Entertainment will be provided by “Mario Colosimo”. Everyone is welcome! For more information call Beverly at 862-8526.

6:00pm-10:00pm
Fidell Gillis Memorial Post Cribbage Dance
Following the 6th Annual Fidel Gillis Cribbage Tournament and light lunch there will be a dance with music by “Free Wheelin”. This will be taking place at the Army Navy and Air Force Vets Unit 217. For more information contact Ray at 862-7802

7:00pm
Lobster Darts
Sponsored by and held at the Rack “N” Roll. Come down to the Rack “N” Roll for great night of “Lobster Darts”. Entry fee is $5.00 per person. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Joe Anna at 862-9701.

7:00pm
1st Annual Cribbage Tournament
Sponsored by and held at the Royal Canadian Legion ¬– Allan MacDonald Memorial Branch #015 – New Waterford. Cost is $10.00 per person with all entrance fees going back in prizes. There will be no partners. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Carol at 539-2013.

7:00pm-9:00pm
Adult Rollblading
Get out your blades for some rollerblading fun! Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Community Centre. The cost is $4.00 per person. For more information call New Waterford Community Centre at 862-6031.

8:00pm
Karaoke Night
Sponsored by and held upstairs at the French Club of New Waterford. Come and enjoy an entertaining night with Lawrence MacDonald. There is no cover charge, everyone is welcome! There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Clifford at 862-3177

8:00pm-12:00am
Coal Dust Days Ceilidh
Sponsored by and held at the K.O.C. Come join us for a great night of entertainment with the musical stylings of fiddlers Rodney MacDonald and Glenn Graham and Pianist Joel Chiasson. Must be 19 years of age or older. Cover is $7.00 at the door. For more information call the K.O.C. at 862-3105.

8:00pm-1:00am
Bright and Tight Party
Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Fire Hall. Dress up in your favorite Bright ‘n’ Tight clothing and come join us for a entertaining evening. Advance tickets are $5.00 or $8.00 at the door. Music will be provided by DJ. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information contact Chris at 577-4836.

11:00am – 5:00pm
Plummer Avenue Day
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation Department and Coal Dust Days Committee. All activities take place on Plummer Avenue. This much anticipated event is the most widely attended of Coal Dust Days. This is the biggest and the best block party in Cape Breton! Enjoy games, prizes, community booths, food, Andsly’s Jewelry at the French Club from 10:00am-6:00pm and much more. Day long entertainment starting at 11:00 featuring local artists: 11:00 Dougie MacPhee and Carl MacKenzie 12:00 Debbie and Michelle 1:00 Sheldon DeDeiu 2:00 RoSa 3:00 Random Order 4:00 Rhythm Road Anyone interested in booking table space must phone the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

10:00am-8:00pm
Beer Garden
Sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion – Allan MacDonald Memorial Branch #015 – New Waterford. This event will take place in the parking lot of the legion. There is no admission fee, but you must be 19 years of age or older. Come and enjoy refreshments in the open air! For more information call Carol at 539-2013.

12:00pm-3:00pm
11th Annual Coal Dust Days Art Happening
Sponsored by Patsy MacAulay-MacKinnon in conjunction with the Coal Dust Days Committee and takes place on Plummer Avenue. Come out and show your community spirit by using Plummer Avenue as your canvas. “Canvases” measuring 3’ by 3’ can be purchased for $1 and are available to all ages. You can also vote on your favorite canvas for $1. Chalk will be provided and there will be a $50 prize award for people’s choice. All proceeds will go to the Ida Schwartz Memorial School Supply Fund. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

12:00pm-4:30pm
K-40 Bingo
Sponsored by New Waterford K-40 Club and held at the New Waterford Seniors and Pensioners Club on Plummer Avenue. Come out and try your luck. Bingo cards can be purchased for 50 cents or 3 for $1. For more information call Angus at 862-7555.

7:00pm-11:00pm
Plummer Avenue Day Wrap Up Party
Sponsored by the New Waterford Coal Dust Days Committee and CBRM Recreation Department. Highlight your Plummer Avenue Day experience. Entertainment from 7:00pm-8:00pm featuring “Bobby Currie and Mike Wadden” followed by “The Privateers” from 8:00pm – 11:00pm. This is an incredibly talented band that appeals to all ages! For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

8:00pm-12:00am
Outdoor Beer Tent
Sponsored by and held outside the French Club of New Waterford. Come and enjoy refreshments in the open air! Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information contact Clifford at 862-3177.

10:00am-12:00pm
Adult Rollblading
Get out your blades for some rollerblading fun! Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Community Centre. The cost is $3 per person. For more information call New Waterford Community Centre at 862-6031.

2:00pm
Coal Dust Days Doll Carriage and Bicycle Parade
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation Department, Coal Dust Days Committee, and New Waterford Elementary Schools. The parade is open to boys and girls aged 2-10. Line up will be at the Town Square Park on Plummer Avenue. The parade will proceed up Plummer Avenue to the Rose Schwartz Memorial Park for treats, prices, balloon animals, and a magic show by the talented ``Jokers Wild Entertainment``. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

7:00pm-8:00pm
Coal Dust Days Tavern Tour Warm Up
Join your fellow tavern tourists at the New Waterford Fire Hall parking lot on 8th Street for music, prizes, and much more. This is a must for all participants, as the start location for each team will be revealed at this time. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

8:00pm
Annual Coal Dust Days Tavern Tour
Sponsored by the Coal Dust Days Committee. Tour includes local establishments with great deals, entertainment, and prizes. This year’s registration for the Tour will be held at the New Waterford Fire Hall, on July 15th ONLY at 12:00pm (until spots are filled). Pre-registration is required and the fee is $20 (sizes: large to XXX-large plus). Shirts are to be picked up on Friday, July 22nd, between 12:00pm – 5:00pm, at the New Waterford Fire Hall. Limit of 10 registrations per person. Spaces are limited so register early to avoid disappointment. Receipts must be presented in order to receive your t-shirt. Team start location will be revealed at the Tavern Tour Warm Up and all participants must carry their liquor ID. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

9:00pm-2:00am
Dance
Sponsored by and held upstairs of the French Club of New Waterford. Come join us for a great night of entertainment with the talented “Tender Trap”. There is no cover and all is welcome but must be 19 years or older. For more information call Clifford at 862-3177.

9:00pm-2:00am
50s-60s Dance
Sponsored and held at the Room with a Cue. Prizes and giveaways throughout the night. No cover charge. For more information call The Room with A Cue at 862-8285.

10:00am-4:00pm
15th Annual Firefighters Competition
Sponsored by the New Waterford, Scotchtown, and New Victoria Volunteer Fire Departments. Held at the New Waterford Volunteer Fire Department parking lot and featuring a full day of entertainment and educational activities suitable for the entire family. Local fire departments compete in Hook and Ladder Races, Bucket Brigades and Nozzle Races. The day will also feature barbeques, dunk tank, and much more. There will also be special guests Billy Bradley from 94.9 The Cape, Smith in the Morning from 103.5 The Eagle and Tashia Lee from 101.9 The Giant. Come out and cheer on your local department. For more information call Steve at 862-7639.

2:00pm-6:00pm
Veterans Appreciation Day
Sponsored by and held at the Army Navy & Air Force Vets 217. Great entertainment provided “Dinky Cameron”. Must be 19 years of age or older. There will be a free cold plate served. Free Admission. For more information call Ray at 862-7802.

9:00pm-2:00am
Jackpot Karaoke
Sponsored and held downstairs of the New Waterford French Club. Come for a fun filled night of Karaoke with Lawrence MacDonald at the French Club. There is no cover charge. Must be 19 years or older. For more information call Clifford at 862-3177.

9:00pm
1st Annual Murder Mystery - “Murder Among the Matteys”
Sponsored by the Coal Dust Days Committee and CBRM Recreation Department and held at Colliery Lands Park. Come join us for an evening of buccandeers, booty, and blood shed. Must be 19 years of age or older. Spots are limited so pre-registration is required. There will be a charge of $5.00 per person. For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.

10:00pm-2:00am
Saturday Night with “Evolution”
Sponsored by and held at the Rack “N” Roll. Come out for an exciting night of entertainment by “Evolution”. Cover Charge is $5.00. Must be 19 years or older. For more information call Joe Anna at 862-8701.

9:00am-12:30pm
Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Volunteer Fire Department. Enjoy a delicious breakfast for $5. Free crafts sponsored by councilor Kim Desveaux. Kid’s fire fighting training activities (Crawl hut, stop, drop and roll mat). Take out orders are available. For more information call Steve at 862-7639.

2:00pm
Meat Roll
Sponsored by and held at the Royal Canadian Legion – Allan MacDonald Memorial Branch #015 – New Waterford. Must be 19 years of age or older. For more information call Carol at 539-2013.

7:00pm-9:00pm
Adult Rollblading
Get out your blades for some rollerblading fun! Sponsored by and held at the New Waterford Community Centre. The cost is $4.00 per person. For more information call The New Waterford Community Centre at 862-6031.

6:00pm-9:30pm
Coal Dust Days Closing Concert
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation and the Coal Dust Days Committee. Come out and join us for “Patrick Drake’s” astounding magic show and spectacular performance from “Bandit”.

Dusk
Fireworks
Sponsored by CBRM Recreation, New Waterford Coal Dust Days Committee and the New Waterford Fire Department. Come experience our exciting firework display to finish off our festival celebrations! For more information call the Coal Dust Days Hotline at 862-4710.