April 2022
GOOD FRIDAY
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death. Observed on the Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday Good Friday is a federal statutory holiday across Canada..
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McHappy Day
On McHappy Day, a portion of proceeds from ALL menu items ALL DAY at McDonald's will support RMHC and there are more ways than ever to support!
Find out more »September 2022
INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY
International Literacy Day serves to recognize the importance of literacy and acknowledge the need to create a globally literate community. Literacy refers to a person's ability to read or write, an ability that connects and empowers people, allowing them to communicate and interact with the world, and one that the United Nations considers to be a basic human right.
Find out more »ROSH HASHANAH
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. It is the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, and a day of judgment and coronation of God as king. Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Sept 25 and ends at sundown Sept 27
Find out more »December 2022
Old Tyme Christmas
It has been 3 years since we had this event. This year we're back and BIGGER than ever! Free Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Live Music, Carolers, In-Store Specials & Prizes, Treats, Santa & MORE!!!
Find out more »May 2023
Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Week
Tim Hortons has been raising funds for local charities for over 25 years! Last year, Tim Hortons restaurants across Canada raised a record breaking $15 million for over 600 local charities and community groups, a truly incredible accomplishment contributing to the Smile Cookie legacy of over $90 million raised since the program’s inception.
Find out more »McHappy Day
When you visit McDonald’s on McHappyDay a portion of proceeds from every McDonald’s menu item sold all day will go to Ronald McDonald House Charities® Canada and other local children’s charities across the country. In an average year, RMHC across Canada supports over 26,000 families and we couldn’t do it without your help. With your support this McHappy Day we can help more families from your community stay close, because when families stay together, sick children get stronger.
Find out more »June 2023
It's back! After a 3 year break, the Sussex Area Community Foundation will be holding the Lobster Dinner Fundraiser. This is a take-out meal on Saturday, June 17 - for Father's Day. Why not support the community and buy a meal for dad and the family? Tickets are available from SACFI directors, friends and available at QC Pumps and Compressors (3519 Route 121) or the Nutrien Civic Centre (240 Main Street). Or contact the office at 433-6244 or sacfi@nb.aibn.com to…
Find out more »Downtown Street Dance
Sussex Asphalt Angels Downtown Street Dance! Thursday June 8, 5pm - dusk Music by Steve Lyons and Anna Marie Burke Car Show! Registration by donation. All money raised goes to help local children programs Sponsored by the Sussex Downtown Business Association and the town of Sussex! For more info contact Paul Bedford 567-1256
Find out more »Diversifest 2023
Our third annual Diversifest! is fast approaching! This year it will take place on Saturday, June 24 from 4:30-7:30pm, on the section of Main Street between Summer Street and Church Avenue. Main Street Sussex will closed to traffic for the event!This free-to-the-public event celebrates diversity in all forms, with a focus on building an inclusive community that celebrates and promotes cultural diversity. This is the largest cultural event in Sussex, with over a dozen cultures represented through performances, activities, and cultural…
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