The Forrester Centre

04/18/2025

Our very first Shop & Sip Saturday is happening on Saturday, April 19, 2025 (tomorrow) at

Come shop our , our beverage and dessert bar will be open for purchases, door prizes, guest vendors & more. 🌸

While there’s no charge to attend, donations will be collected at the door in support of various Arts & Cultural groups here in - who will also be making a guest appearance to assist us in hosting these special Saturdays. 🫶

These creative groups are very near and dear to our hearts and impactful to many in our community.

For planning purposes, upcoming Shop & Sip Saturdays are as follows:

⚔️April 26
⚔️May 3
⚔️June 14
⚔️June 21

Interested guest vendors and sponsors are invited to apply to be a part of these experiences. Link in bio or below ⬇️

www.forrestercentre.ca/vendorapplication

Everyone welcome! Looking forward to seeing you soon, Beyond The Tartan Doors…💜⚔️🫶 S&D

04/13/2025

Wishing our friends from Cape Breton Chorale a most beautiful and peaceful Spring concert day! 🎶🌸

If you’re looking for a unique performance experience this afternoon, why not attend the show today! Details below! ⬇️

04/10/2025

Mother’s Day Photo Experiences with Michele MacNeil Photography at The Forrester Centre 💜

SOO happy to be back to doing what I love!!!
Upcoming dates are as follows:
Thurs April 17th
Fri April 18th
Fri April 25th
Sat April 26th
Sat May 3rd
Inquire about remaining time slot availability. Can't wait to see you there! ❤

04/07/2025

Need some professional guidance in planning your wedding or event? ✨

Whether you’re planning an intimate back yard wedding, elaborate corporate event, celebration of life, grad party, and more and have no idea where to start, eliminate your planning stress now and book a private consultation with certified wedding and event planner, Shannon Forrester.

Shannon’s background in wedding and event planning is quite vast, not just as an experienced planner, venue owner, and dancer/choreographer, but also her extensive knowledge of Cape Breton Island, it’s culture, tourism, and music and dance industry. Her connections to people and our island run deep and so does her unmatched eye for detail and creativity. Whether you need ideas, vendor recommendations, checklists, timelines, and more, a creative power hour with Shannon will get you started in the right direction.

Eliminate the stress of planning and BOOK your private one hour consultation with Shannon NOW!

www.forrestercentre.ca/book-online

Here for you! S&D

03/24/2025

Want to get moving, connect, and socialize with new friends - and leave feeling energized physically and mentally? If so, this experience is for you! Join Shannon & Dan for some great dancing, loads of fun, and good vibes only with our first seasonal Adult Dance Workshop & Social of 2025! Come dance with us! Link in bio or below to book ⬇️

www.forrestercentre.ca/events

03/24/2025

Congratulations Forrester School of Dance
💜⚔️💜⚔️

03/18/2025

🎓Class of 2025….Let us capture YOU all the things most important to YOU! PRE-BOOK your private Grad Year photo experience NOW at ✨📸

We know many of you are dancers, athletes, musicians, singers, theatre and creative artists, military personnel, and more! So let’s tell the story of you through beautiful pictures you’ll have forever! 📸

This Package includes:
- 1 HOUR mini photo session with Professional Photographer
- digital gallery of edited photos
- light seasonal refreshments
-tons of fun!

Sessions will be held on various Saturdays beginning April 5th. Details and to Book through link below or in our bio. ⬇️

www.forrestercentre.ca/book-online

03/14/2025

🎉🍾🥳BRIDES, GRADS, and anyone celebrating something special this year who want to look and feel their best…

Did you know we now carry luxury make-up, skincare, wellness, and lifestyle products in our wee boutique at The Forrester Centre? (along with other unique offerings) 😉

Shannon is hosting a Beauty Bash tonight with a couple of very special guests.

‼️ Please note: While there’s no charge to attend, RSVP is required to permit entry. Everyone welcome. Details in link below. ⬇️

www.forrestercentre.ca/events

The Forrester Centre

03/10/2025

2025 seasonal ‘Chapel Style’ Wee Weddings at now available for immediate booking. Only 4 chapel dates available with 3 appointment times 2PM | 4PM | 6PM

✨Saturday, July 26 - Summer Lovin’
✨Saturday, September 27 - Fallin’ in Love
✨Saturday, October 25 - ‘TIL Death
✨Saturday, December 13 - Married Christmas

Book now. Details ⬇️

www.forrestercentre.ca/chapelweddings



PS…looking for Christmas wedding vibes, stay tuned for more about this special couple’s holiday vibe. ✨🎄

03/08/2025

Whether you’re graduating, getting married, or celebrating something special this year, we know how important it is to look and feel your very best. Let us help you achieve just that starting with the basics: beautiful make-up, skin-care, wellness essentials, tips, tricks, products, and FUN. 💜

On Friday, March 14th, Shannon is hosting a Beauty Bash and launch of her in-house boutique. This special evening will feature skincare and makeup demonstrations by one of Farmasi’s top Canadian representatives, Lucy MacIsaac, skin care treatments with local industry expert and aesthetician Jillian Gouthro, and top notch hospitality and service provided by venue owner and planner, Shannon Forrester.

We will have refreshments, door prizes, photos, and more! Our beverage bar will be open for purchases of mocktails and cocktails as well.

While there is no charge to attend this experience, RSVP is required. Limited spots available. Link below or in bio to secure.

RSVP ⬇️

www.forrestercentre.ca/events-1/shannons-beauty-bash

03/04/2025

Congratulations Forrester School of Dance

02/27/2025

Coxheath Cape Breton Friends & Neighbours….

Please keep a look out for our Coxheath neighbour, Mr. Mercer. He lives on Berthelot Crescent and was last seen around 12:00 am. See post below and share. 🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
Forrester School of Dance Riverview High School Coxheath Elementary School Coxheath Volunteer Fire Department - Station 8

02/14/2025

Thinking of tying the knot this year? 🪢💍

We are thrilled to chat with couples who are seeking a small, intimate, all-inclusive, and stress-free wedding experience for 50 or less in 2025, especially if your desire is to turn all the planning over to us! Stress free planning is the best gift you can give yourself as it will truly save you in the long run. One point of contact from start to finish. ✨

we offer full service, chapel style, and elopement style Wee Weddings. Availability for 2025 is limited so take a moment and view our all-inclusive packages on our website and reach out via our online contact forms.

www.forrestercentre.ca

Here for you and all your wedding planning needs! ❤️💜
S&D