On Tuesday, October 14th, the Chestico Museum hosted a Storytelling and Afternoon Tea at the museum. The event was part of Celtic Colours Cultural Experiences series.
This year our theme was Family & Friends. We had four wonderful storytellers with us who generously gave of their time.
Chestico Historical Society President Anne Beaton was our emcee and our first storyteller. She had some wonderful memories of a lovely Port Hood couple, Dick & Flora Anderson.
Hughie John Beaton was up next. He had had stories of another Port Hood couple – Margaret & Lawrence (Angus Hughie) MacDonald as well as an amusing tale abut his uncle Joe. Hughie John brought along his guitar and treated us to two songs – A Daisy a Day and Rose of Margaree.
George Goodall was also with us and he came well prepared with an assortment of stories. Lots of great tales from George!
And last, but certainly not least, was Isaac MacEachen who had props! His telling of the different packages that would arrive at the MacEachen home was absolutely hilarious!
There were a number of draws for door prizes throughout the afternoon and our winners were Ainsley Graham, Carmelita Gillis, Mary Joan Fay, Jack Howe and Annie Mae MacEachen.
At the end of the Storytelling we had the draw for the Chestico Tartan Blanket. Our winner was Tudi MacEachern from Port Hood. Congratulations Tudi!
You can view some photos of the day on our Facebook page.
