Halloween HOWL!
You’re invited to the annual South Woodside Community Centre Association Halloween HOWL!
Dress up and join in the costume parade! Kids can enjoy bouncy castles, pumpkin carving, games, temporary tattoos, treats, cotton candy and more. Music provided by DJ MikeyJ!
All are welcome to enjoy a BBQ hotdog and light refreshments. Hours of fun for the whole family!
Non-perishable items accepted for the Crawford Street Community Pantry.
Halloween Trunk or Treat
Don’t miss the South Woodside Trunk or Treat, following all the festivities after the Halloween Howl!
Please follow this link to register your child or grandchild to participate using our Google form.
You can also use that form to sign up to hand out or donate treats.
Find us in the parking lot of South Woodside School from 2:30 to 4:30 pm.
Stardusters Square Dance OPEN HOUSE
Looking for something fun and new to do? Modern Square Dance! (not what you learned at school…)
If you can walk and follow directions, you can do Modern Square Dance. No experience required!
Bring the family, bring a friend, try it out for free. Singles and couples welcome.
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Fun + Fitness + Friendship
Find us on Facebook: Stardusters Square Dance
Stardusters Square Dance OPEN HOUSE
Looking for something fun and new to do? Modern Square Dance! (not what you learned at school…)
If you can walk and follow directions, you can do Modern Square Dance. No experience required!
Bring the family, bring a friend, try it out for free. Singles and couples welcome.
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Fun + Fitness + Friendship
Find us on Facebook: Stardusters Square Dance
FREE Intro to Dodgeball!
We’re excited to announce that Majestic Sports Club Dodgeball is coming to Dartmouth! 🔥
We are hosting FREE fun introductory dodgeball sessions at South Woodside Community Centre, giving kids, teens, adults, families, and friends a chance to come out, play some dodgeball, and get a taste of what our leagues are all about!
No experience required! Just come out, have some fun, and give it a try. 😊
Dry indoor running shoes are required to participate.
Stardusters Square Dance OPEN HOUSE
Looking for something fun and new to do? Modern Square Dance! (not what you learned at school…)
If you can walk and follow directions, you can do Modern Square Dance. No experience required!
Bring the family, bring a friend, try it out for free. Singles and couples welcome.
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear.
Fun + Fitness + Friendship
Find us on Facebook: Stardusters Square Dance
FREE Try Historical Fencing! (ages 15+)
Have you ever wanted to swing a steel sword? You can, by trying out the exciting new sport of historical fencing!
CRABS Historical Fencing is offering a FREE try it class — learn the basics of sabre, with available progression into more complex weapons including longsword, rapier, spear and more! Ages 15+ please.
All safety gear is provided; participants must bring indoor shoes (and a water bottle!)
Please register on our website so we have enough gear: www.crabshistoricalfencing.com
FREE Intro to Dodgeball!
We’re excited to announce that Majestic Sports Club Dodgeball is coming to Dartmouth! 🔥
We are hosting FREE fun introductory dodgeball sessions at South Woodside Community Centre, giving kids, teens, adults, families, and friends a chance to come out, play some dodgeball, and get a taste of what our leagues are all about!
No experience required! Just come out, have some fun, and give it a try. 😊
Dry indoor running shoes are required to participate.
Ice Cream Social with MLA Barbara Adams
MLA Barbara Adams invites community members to enjoy a back-to-school Ice Cream Social!
Featuring free scoops, sprinkles and syrups of your choice!
Nut-free and gluten-free options will be available.
Tuesday Sept 1, 5:00-6:30 pm at the South Woodside Community Centre multipurpose room, at the same time as the school’s Meet the Teacher.
All are welcome!
FREE Back to School Haircuts for Kids!
NEW DATE AUG 30!! Join us at the Community Centre for free back-to-school haircuts for kids!
Brought to you by local professional stylist Libby MacKay and the South Woodside Community Association.
Bring a non-perishable food donation for the Crawford Street Pantry.
Take your own back-to-school photos at our fun photo booth.
Aiden's Army : Aiden’s Throwback Benefit Dance
Aiden’s Army presents Aiden’s Throwback Benefit Dance featuring DJ MikeyJ.
Come help support 21-year-old Aiden Helpard during his fight with Stage 4 Osteosarcoma.
Tickets $15 each at the door. The event will offer BBQ and canteen sales.
Save the date! More details to come.
SWCA Monthly Meeting
Join community members at the South Woodside Community Association meeting held the second Monday of the month this June. Learn about upcoming events and find out more about volunteer opportunities in your community.
Annual General Meeting
Join us in the multipurpose room for the South Woodside Community Association Annual General Meeting
Reports of programs and activities
Nominations and elections for Board positions
Q&A – welcoming ideas and suggestions for programming and community events
Planning for the coming year
Gentle Yoga
Join us for a one-hour gentle yoga session offered by certified instructor Kimberlea Marshall, offered one hour later at 7:00 pm in April. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to come and try it out!
Entrance is pay-what-you-can.
Please bring your own yoga mat if you are able; we will have a number of extras on hand.
Community Association Monthly Meeting
Join community members at the South Woodside Community Association meeting now held the second Tuesday of each month. Learn about upcoming events and find out more about volunteer opportunities in your community. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you.
Gentle Yoga
Join us for a one-hour gentle yoga session offered by certified instructor Kimberlea Marshall, offered one hour later at 7:00 pm in April. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to come and try it out!
Entrance is pay-what-you-can.
Please bring your own yoga mat if you are able; we will have a number of extras on hand.
Easter Magic with the Amazing Mr. J !
We are so pleased and excited to bring the Amazing Mr. J and his high energy magic show to the South Woodside Community Centre!
Mr. J has been wowing and entertaining Nova Scotians and Canadians for over 20 years with his colourful magic, live dove and rabbit, and family-friendly comedy!
Join us in the Centre’s multipurpose room for this amazing show following our Easter Egg Hunt!
We gratefully acknowledge the support of Barbara Adams, MLA, in helping to bring this special event to South Woodside free of charge.
Easter Egg Hunt
Join neighbourhood families for a fun-filled morning including an Easter Egg hunt, face-painting, a colouring table, and a special guest….the Easter Bunny!
The Easter Egg Hunt will be outside in the community grounds, weather permitting.
The fun starts at 10:00 am at the South Woodside Community Centre.
The fun continues with a live magic show with the Amazing Mr. J starting at 12 pm!!
Pay-what-you-can Yoga
Join us for a one-hour yoga session offered by certified instructor Kimberlea Marshall. Absolute beginners are welcome and encouraged to come and try it out! Entrance is pay-what-you-can.
Please bring your own yoga mat if you are able; we will have a number of extras on hand.
Spring Kick Off! Day 2
Hooray for Spring and March Break! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon, with a movie, board games, open gym, bracelet making, and more! Bring your favorite games if you like! A healthy snack will be provided.
Parental supervision required for children under 10 years.
Register by emailing southwoodsidecc@gmail.com. No charge to participate. Contact us to volunteer.
Spring Kick Off! Day 1
Hooray for Spring and March Break! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon, with a movie, board games, open gym, bracelet making, and more! Bring your favorite games if you like! A healthy snack will be provided.
Parental supervision required for children under 10 years.
Register by emailing southwoodsidecc@gmail.com. No charge to participate. Contact us to volunteer.
Pay-what-you-can Yoga
Join us for a one-hour yoga session offered by certified instructor Kimberlea Marshall. Absolute beginners are welcome and encouraged to come and try it out! Entrance is pay-what-you-can. Please bring your own yoga mat if you are able; we will have a number of extras on hand.
Community Association Monthly Meeting
Join community members at the South Woodside Community Association meeting now held the second Tuesday of each month. Learn about upcoming events and find out more about volunteer opportunities in your community. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you.
Community Meet & Greet
Drop by the South Woodside Community Centre Meet & Greet in the Multipurpose room Saturday Feb 28 between 1:00 and 4:00 pm. Enjoy coffee, tea, snacks and drinks for the kids. Add your name and email to our membership list and receive a ticket to win one of 5 door prizes, with draws every half hour.
From pickleball to dodgeball to exercise and dance classes and sword fighting (yup really!) — find out more about what your community centre has to offer — bring a non-perishable food donation for the Community Pantry on Crawford Street — take home a book from the Sharing Shelf — meet your neighbours! We look forward to seeing you there!
Community Association Monthly Meeting
Join community members at the South Woodside Community Association meeting now held the second Tuesday of each month. Learn about upcoming events and find out more about volunteer opportunities in your community. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you.
Stardusters Square Dance Open House
Come and try modern square dancing for free in a relaxed and fun environment! Beginners, experienced dancers, singles and couples welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Featuring caller Kerry Fletcher and a friendly and patient group of dancers pleased to welcome new guests! See you there!
Stardusters Square Dance Open House
Come and try modern square dancing for free in a relaxed and fun environment! Beginners, experienced dancers, singles and couples welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Featuring caller Kerry Fletcher and a friendly and patient group of dancers pleased to welcome new guests! See you there!
Free Family Game Night
Please join us at our free family game night! Join friends and neighbours to play your favorite board games at the South Woodside Community Centre, in the multipurpose room. Snacks and drinks provided by host Barbara Adams, MLA. Everyone is welcome!
Santa Claus Neighbourhood Ride
On Christmas eve, Santa and friends are coming to the streets of South Woodside! Listen for the jingle bells and a hearty HO, HO, HO! The route starts at 5 pm. Merry Christmas from the South Woodside Community Centre Association.
Christmas Food Drive
Help families in your community by donating non-perishable food items to the Christmas Food Drive. Help us fill a trailer on Sunday Dec 14 at 1488 Main Road, in Eastern Passage, from 12 noon to 4 pm. Sponsored by the Torn Souls Motorcycle Riding Club and Halifax Building Solutions. If you can’t make this event but would like to donate food or funds, contact Vivian Hubley at 902-441-5104. Thank you!
Community Association Monthly Meeting
Join community members at the South Woodside Community Association meeting held the second Monday of each month. Learn about upcoming events and find out more about volunteer opportunities in your community. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you.
Halloween Pumpkin Festival
Join South Woodside Community members for a fun morning of Halloween events — pumpkin carving (1 per family), bouncy castles, and colouring activities. Dress up for the Halloween costume contest! Featuring a BBQ and Halloween treats for the kids — join the trunk and treat in the school parking lot. NOTE time change — 10 am to 1 pm.
Become A Volunteer
There are several ways for you to get involved with the South Woodside Community Centre. Do you have a skill or talent you’d like to share? We are always happy to have community members volunteer in our facility and with our community events.
We are also happy to receive donations, in-kind or funds, from individuals and companies
who care for our community’s well-being.
Please use the web form below to contact us.