{"id":8112,"date":"2025-11-11T01:20:52","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T04:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/service.codeus.ca\/index.php\/2025\/11\/11\/concert-to-raise-funds-and-bring-awareness-to-palliative-care-society\/"},"modified":"2025-11-11T01:20:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T04:20:52","slug":"concert-to-raise-funds-and-bring-awareness-to-palliative-care-society","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/service.codeus.ca\/index.php\/2025\/11\/11\/concert-to-raise-funds-and-bring-awareness-to-palliative-care-society\/","title":{"rendered":"Concert to raise funds and bring awareness to Palliative Care Society"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Trinity United Church will be the site of a special concert taking place Nov. 14 in support of the Pictou County Palliative Society. Photo by Richard MacKenzie \/The NewsArticle contentNEW GLASGOW \u2013 An upcoming concert holds special meaning for musician Sarah Letcher.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentTaking place tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 14) evening at Trinity United Church, located at 151 Temperance St. in New Glasgow, the concert is in support of the Pictou County Palliative Care Society, and will feature Sarah and Dale Letcher, who perform regularly with the Halifax-based group Big Fish.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentIt begins at 7:30 p.m.Article contentA release from the society noted the significance for Sarah.Article content\u201c(Sarah\u2019s) late mother, Barbara-Jane \u2018BJ\u2019 Stevenson, was one of the first volunteers with the newly formed Aberdeen Palliative Care Society,\u201d the release notes. \u201cSarah shared that this concert is her \u2018way of giving back to a cause that was so close to my mother\u2019s heart.\u2019\u201dArticle contentThe release also notes the idea behind the concert was that of Sarah\u2019s aunt Margaret-Ellen Disney, BJ\u2019s sister and past chairperson with the society. It states Disney reached out to her niece, Sarah, to ask if she would consider offering a concert in support of the society.Article content\u201cWe can\u2019t wait to share this evening with our guests, it\u2019ll be a wonderful concert\u201d, said Eoin Dewar, concert co-organizer. \u201cWe offer this concert not only as a fundraiser, but also as a way to create awareness of our society.\u201dArticle contentArticle contentThe release goes into a little more detail regarding Sarah and Dale as a musical duo, first describing them as \u201cupbeat.\u201dArticle content\u201cWith nearly 30 years of harmonious collaboration under their belts, they (deliver) strong vocal harmonies and captivating performances,\u201d the release reads. \u201cThey\u2019ve become a cherished part of the Nova Scotia music scene as lead singers for the popular band Big Fish. Their rich blend of folk and contemporary sounds, coupled with heartfelt lyrics, has resonated with audiences far and wide.\u201dArticle contentTickets for the concert are $30 and can be purchased at the door or in advance through the Trinity United office, or by contacting a member of the Pictou County Palliative Care Society board.Article content\u201cThe Pictou County Palliative Care Society is honoured to welcome Sarah and Dale for what promises to be a memorable and heartfelt evening of music, community, and remembrance,\u201d the release concludes.Article content<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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