Family, friends, and community members are invited to an open house as we celebrate taking the keys to Ulgedook Cottage. Join us for refreshments, and share renovating and decorating ideas to convert this retired church to a cottage.
Who:
-all welcome, simply bring ideas
When:
-Saturday November 8th, 1:00-5:00pm
Hope to see you.
Please RSVP to:
ulgedook@gmail.com
-or-
Joel @ 449-4407
-or-
Susan @ 497-9585
Monday, 27 October 2008
Sunday, 19 October 2008
Deconsecration
Today is a bittersweet day; one that marks the end of a chapter for the United Wesley Church and the beginning of a new one for Ulgedook Cottage.
A service marking the closure of East Port Medway United Church was held today at the community centre, and attended by more than 70 community members. Presided over by Reverend Joanne McFadden, and accompanied by the church’s former Minister, Reverend Vivian Moores, the service was a time to celebrate the church and reflect on many fond memories.
The final hymn was titled "Blessed Assurance," and before closing Reverend McFadden invited Susan and I to address the congregation. I stated that we wish to provide two assurances to the community: 1) that we will not alter the exterior structure of the church building, so that it will always be seen as the structure that people are accustomed to, and 2) that we will strive to become valued members of the community.
The following reception offered an opportunity for us to meet many wonderful people; all of whom seemed as genuinely excited for us as we are.
A service marking the closure of East Port Medway United Church was held today at the community centre, and attended by more than 70 community members. Presided over by Reverend Joanne McFadden, and accompanied by the church’s former Minister, Reverend Vivian Moores, the service was a time to celebrate the church and reflect on many fond memories.
The final hymn was titled "Blessed Assurance," and before closing Reverend McFadden invited Susan and I to address the congregation. I stated that we wish to provide two assurances to the community: 1) that we will not alter the exterior structure of the church building, so that it will always be seen as the structure that people are accustomed to, and 2) that we will strive to become valued members of the community.
The following reception offered an opportunity for us to meet many wonderful people; all of whom seemed as genuinely excited for us as we are.
Sunday, 21 September 2008
See and Do
Just back from another exciting weekend on the South Shore, and we haven’t even taken possession of the church yet. I can’t imagine how busy we will be once we are there on a regular basis, let alone the work we need to do to convert the church to a cottage. In the meantime, we’re having great fun exploring the many sights and activities in this end of the province.
This weekend alone included the Queens County Fair, drag races in Greenfield, and a commemoration of The Tent Dwellers at Astor Theatre. Other visits to the area in the past month have discovered exciting events such as Lights Along the Shore, Queens County Seafest, craft markets, weekend breakfasts and suppers at churches, community centres, and fire halls, and much more.
There is so much to see and do here: many parks, beaches, and wilderness areas; plentiful museums on many varied topics; shops and studios or talented crafters and artisans; delectable wines from local wineries; sailing and boating / kayaking and canoeing; and much, much more.
Learn more at:
Queens County Tourism: http://www.queens.ca/
Destination Southwest Nova Scotia: http://www.destinationsouthwestnova.com/
This weekend alone included the Queens County Fair, drag races in Greenfield, and a commemoration of The Tent Dwellers at Astor Theatre. Other visits to the area in the past month have discovered exciting events such as Lights Along the Shore, Queens County Seafest, craft markets, weekend breakfasts and suppers at churches, community centres, and fire halls, and much more.
There is so much to see and do here: many parks, beaches, and wilderness areas; plentiful museums on many varied topics; shops and studios or talented crafters and artisans; delectable wines from local wineries; sailing and boating / kayaking and canoeing; and much, much more.
Learn more at:
Queens County Tourism: http://www.queens.ca/
Destination Southwest Nova Scotia: http://www.destinationsouthwestnova.com/
Thursday, 11 September 2008
New Name
For weeks now, we have considered a name for the retired Wesley United Church. We sought a unique name that would be fitting for the area, and also respectful of the church's sacrosanctity. We had many suggestions to consider, thanks to suggestions from family and friends.
During our search for names, Joel discovered a book entitled "Port: Short History of Port Medway, Nova Scotia," written by E. Marguerite Letson in 1956. Ms. Letson traces the origin of the name for Port Medway to its first inhabitants, the Micmac (Mi'kmaq) Indians, who called the area Ulgedook. A variant of the word, ulgedoo, translates to the word mushroom.
It is now settled... the former Wesley United Church will be renamed Ulgedook Cottage.
During our search for names, Joel discovered a book entitled "Port: Short History of Port Medway, Nova Scotia," written by E. Marguerite Letson in 1956. Ms. Letson traces the origin of the name for Port Medway to its first inhabitants, the Micmac (Mi'kmaq) Indians, who called the area Ulgedook. A variant of the word, ulgedoo, translates to the word mushroom.
It is now settled... the former Wesley United Church will be renamed Ulgedook Cottage.
Ulgedook - Mi'kmaq for Port Medway, and also for mushroom.
Wednesday, 13 August 2008
Card Party
It has been only two weeks since my offer to purchase the former Wesley United Church was accepted, and already we have spent a great deal of time exploring the area.
On Tuesday August 12th, the day before sailing commenced for Chester Race Week, I took a leisurely drive along route 331, stopping at many places along the way. One stop was Cherry Hill Beach; a pristine, white sand beach only 7km from East Port Medway. Upon my departure, I noted a card party at the adjacent United Communities Fire Hall, and decided to partake in an evening of 45s.
I was warmly welcomed by area residents from surrounding communities, and look forward to honing my card playing skills in future games held in this and many other neighbouring fire halls and community centres.
On Tuesday August 12th, the day before sailing commenced for Chester Race Week, I took a leisurely drive along route 331, stopping at many places along the way. One stop was Cherry Hill Beach; a pristine, white sand beach only 7km from East Port Medway. Upon my departure, I noted a card party at the adjacent United Communities Fire Hall, and decided to partake in an evening of 45s.
I was warmly welcomed by area residents from surrounding communities, and look forward to honing my card playing skills in future games held in this and many other neighbouring fire halls and community centres.
Friday, 8 August 2008
Offer to Purchase
On August 3, 2008, Joel's offer to purchase a former church located at 98 East Port Loop Road in East Port Medway (PID 70103031) was accepted.
The MLS listing for this property cited the following description:
"Unique opportunity to transform this solid former church building into a home or business or summer ocean getaway. COMMERCIAL ZONING. Priced far below assessed value. NOTE: surrounding 5.29acre lot is also available.The open floor plan with 18 ft high cathedral ceiling is ready for your renovating ideas. Bell in bell tower included. Siding was replaced in 1988. Shingles were replaced 1998. Ocean boat launch close by at the end of the street. East Port Medway is a friendly community with store amenities. It's a quiet, yet popular area near beaches on Nova Scotia's South Shore. 15 minutes to Liverpool or Bridgewater. 80 minutes to Halifax. "
The MLS listing for this property cited the following description:
"Unique opportunity to transform this solid former church building into a home or business or summer ocean getaway. COMMERCIAL ZONING. Priced far below assessed value. NOTE: surrounding 5.29acre lot is also available.The open floor plan with 18 ft high cathedral ceiling is ready for your renovating ideas. Bell in bell tower included. Siding was replaced in 1988. Shingles were replaced 1998. Ocean boat launch close by at the end of the street. East Port Medway is a friendly community with store amenities. It's a quiet, yet popular area near beaches on Nova Scotia's South Shore. 15 minutes to Liverpool or Bridgewater. 80 minutes to Halifax. "
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