Shelburne Whirligig and Weathervane Festival is an annual event of great family fun and entertainment right on the waterfront in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada. Whirligigs are art that comes alive in the wind, and part of Nova Scotia's folk art, it's what you get when you put art and woodworking together, and during the festival whirligig makers put together their masterpieces. They even have kits for sale at the festival and each elaborate creation tells a story, you can vote for your favourite display and the winner gets announced at the end. The Shelburne Whirligig and Weathervane Festival offers many awars in the various whirligig categories, plus an award for the best weathervane, plus there are local arts and crafts displays, rug hooking, folk art as well as live concerts and more, it's not to be missed.READ MORE

Shelburne Furniture and Appliances in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is a family business primarily based on tradition, quality brands, fair and competitive prices and personal attention. With a variety of manageable payment options and after sales service, you're in the best hands, come in an see what all they have. At Shelburne Furniture and Appliances they have a wonderful range of electronics, all the appliances you could ever need, beautiful flooring choices, stunning home furnishings and heating items. They also stock paint and supplies with an amazing colour range and vacuums to clean up after you're done decorating, this is your one stop home shop for almost all your decor and furnishing needs, visit today.READ MORE

Coopers Inn located in the historic waterfront district of Shelburne offers quality accommodations and a historic stay in an award winning gracious and charming registered heritage property circa 1784. Rooms are elegant and spacious, some with bay or harbour views, some with four poster beds, some with vaulted ceilings and locally crafted antique reproduction furniture, here they have something for everyone. Coopers Inn starts your day with a sumptuous breakfast and the garden is available for peaceful moments of relaxation after touring the harbour, exploring the museums, enjoying the sandy beaches and more, in summer they also host Happy Hour between 5 and 6pm, so join them and meet other guests.READ MORE

Thistle Dew Nicely in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada offers the perfect flower arrangements done by expert florist who beautifully arrange flowers and gifts, and they offer delivery to Shelburne and surrounding areas, and nationwide delivery is available. This top flower shop is family owned and operated and they strive to do better, they are the trusted source for fresh, hand-arranged flowers and gorgeous gifts for many special occasions, so don't settle for less than the best. Thistle Dew Nicely also have a wide selection of all types of plants including house, tropical and indoor plants called dish gardens, and arrangements and gifts are available for everyday, sympathy and all special occasions, plus there are gourmet and fruit baskets available, it's all here.READ MORE

The Osprey Arts Centre in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is about dance, art, music and theatre, and is home to the Osprey Theatre and Coastline Gallery. Open year round, visitors are treated to visual art exhibits, popular and clasical music, live theatre and dance, plus they host summer arts camps for kids and book launches. They also host events including ballroom dancing classes, HD live screenings, kids movies, drama camps, world music ensembles, film camps, play and so much more, as well as events across Shelburne County in schools and other venue. The Osprey Arts Centre also have their theatre and foyer available for rental, ideal for banquets, weddings, retirements, family reunions, birthday parties and any other celebration or special occasion you can think of or need space for, they have decorations, special lighting, a professional sound system, projection equipment, tables, table clothes, dishes and cutlery, the use of a kitchen and a fully stocked bar.READ MORE

Shelburne HarbourSide Cottages in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada overlook the beautiful Shelburne Harbour, Historic Waterfront District and units are spacious with private decks, equipped kitchenettes, a bath, free satellite, television, barbecue and light housekeeping. Come for an unforgettable stay with relaxing sounds of the sea, scenic views and the perfect location next to Shelburne Waterfront Restaurant with outside deck, marina, theatre, gift shops, bike and kayak rentals, harbour tours, walking tours and trails, stroll through town to historic attractions, museums shops and more. Shelburne HarbourSide Cottages also have bike rentals from their fleet of well maintained mountain bikes, as well as kayak rentals all fully equipped with life jackets and paddles, ideal for exploring the harbour from the water.READ MORE

The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Historical Site in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is unique and was one of the largest free black settlements in the 1780's where people voted for their freedom with their feet. Enjoy a guided tour, explore the amazing archaeology and excavated artifacts, climb the Shaw Turret overlooking Birchtown Bay, visit the centre's Lindsay Gallery for a multimedia presentation on the Black Loyalist journey from Africa to the US and on to Nova Scotia, plus there's a virtual copy of Carlton's Book of Negroes and more. The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Historical Site offers exhibits and historical buildings, movies, the National Historic Monument, visit the pit house and explore the heritage trail, you can even bring a picnic, or search for your ancestral roots, the possibilities are endless, it's a fascinating history that awaits. READ MORE

Charlotte Lane Cafe and Gift Shop in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is an award winning restaurant with delicious Swiss inspired fare with a local flair. Come for sublime dining and warm hospitality, a menu featuring famous maritime seafood, succulent meat dishes made with imagination, pastas to die for bursting with flavour, refreshing salad, and desserts that melt on the tongue, all personally prepared by the co-owner chef. There are also take home meals available and gluten free, lactose free menus to choose from. Charlotte Lane Cafe and Gift Shop also have a fine selection of Atlantic Canadian gifts and artwork, and the collection includes pottery, prints, jewelry, water colors, pewter, glassware, culinary knives, hunting knives, music, must have Charlotte Lane T-shirts and aprons, and if you can't decide on the perfect gift, buy a gift certificate, it's all here.READ MORE

Boxing Rock Brewing Co. in Shelburne on Nova Scotia's South Shore is a craft brewery with brewhouse making exciting new beers both innovative and traditional. They offer tours and tasting on Fridays and Saturdays by reservation only and you can learn how beer is brewed and after sample their different brews, samples are also available for sale by the glass to be enjoyed in the hospitality room. Boxing Rock Brewing Co. beers include the Crafty Jack English Ale, the Temptation red ale, The Vicar's Cross double IPA and Hunky Dory Pale Ale available in private wine and liquor stores, farmers markets, bars and restuarants in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick as well as the brewery. So drink up and don't forget to purchase some swag, they have caps, t-shirts and beer glasses with their logo.READ MORE

The Shelburne Kayak Festival is an annual event in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada offering clinics, demos, workshops, children's activities, guided tours and so much more. There are limited kayaks on site mostly used to demo and for people to try out in open water sessions, so if you want to partake in the clinics, workshops or guided tours, bring your kayak with you, or else book one early to avoid disappointment. Festival clinics include the basics, stroke skills, forward strokes, wet exists and assisted rescues, Standup paddleboarding, introduction to sea kayak surfing and surf safety, boat repair on land, trip planning and so much more. The Shelburne Kayak Festival also offers food, music and fun, guided paddles to the Shelburne farmers market and around the Lockeport harbour, SUP and land yoga and on, come for an unforgettable weekend of fun and adventure.READ MORE