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January |
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February |
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| ST. JOSEPH
ISLAND
MAPLE SYRUP STAMPEDE
SKI LOPPET Saturday, February 12, 2005 Races start at 10:30 a.m. 7.5 km classic and 25 km skating style loppets along Jocelyn Township ski trails. Contact: Kitty Dustin, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 1753 or Janet Boucher (705) 246 - 2025 email: jocelynt@soonet.ca |
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ERNIE EDDY MEMORIAL ICE FISHING DERBY Saturday, February 19, 2005 Annual children's Twin Lakes ice fishing derby. Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers Association. Contact: Steve Elliott, RR1, Hilton Beach ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246 - 2507 / Email: steve.elliott@sympatico.ca |
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March |
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April |
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| ST. JOSEPH
ISLAND
MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL April 3 & 4, 10 & 11, 2004 Warm days and cool nights sets the sap a flowing . . . it's syrup making time on the Island. St. Joseph Island hosts a number of producers including a couple of World Champions and the largest syrup operation in Ontario. Many producers welcome visitors. Enjoy pancakes, sausage and fresh syrup at the James Harten Community Centre on weekends. Sponsored by Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374. Contact: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374 Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2494 |
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Syrup Soiree Second Saturday in April Celebrating the production of maple syrup on St. Joseph Island. An evening of cabaret and maple enhanced desserts. Also includes a silent auction. Contact: Pat Cook, RR1, Hilton Beach ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246-1291 |
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| "ASK AN EXPERT" ANTIQUE SHOW Saturday, April 26 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hilton Community Hall, Hilton Beach Dust off your inherited heirlooms and discovered treasures and ask the experts what they think! Cost is $5.00 per item or a maximum of three items, per person, for $10. Browsers pay $2. Luncheon available. Children must be accompanied at all times by an adult. Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator (705) 246 - 2033 |
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May |
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| HOSPITAL
DAY TBA (2005) Tea and recognition of local hospital workers. Sponsored by the Matthews Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Contact: Matthews Memorial Hosp. Auxiliary, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2965 |
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MOUNTAIN MAPLE RUN / WALK TBA (2005) This event takes place on cross country trails. The RUGGED trail system is the one used for cross country skiing in winter. The course is one loop for the 5km run and 5km walk, and two loops for the 10km run. Sponsored by the Jocelyn Recreation Committee. Contact: Jocelyn Recreation Committee, RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 Jeanne Arthurs, (705) 246 - 3411 / email: j.arthurs@sympatico.ca |
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June |
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ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH ISLAND SOAP BOX DERBY August 21, 2004 Soap box derby for age groups 6 to 8 and 9 to 12. Minimum 3 runs per car. Littleton Street hill, Richards Landing. Contact: Kentvale Pro Hardware, RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2002 / email: kentvalepro@sympatico.ca or Dave Seabrook (705) 842 - 2433 |
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| BERNIE'S BARN DANCE TBA (2005) Old fashioned barn dance featuring Fred Kent orchestra and other local musicians, square dancing and instruction, food and beverages. FREE ADMISSION. Contact: "Bernie", 1001 F&G Line, (between 10th SR and A Line) RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 |
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| COUREURS DE BOIS RENDEZVOUS TBA (2005) Demonstrations and encampment. St. Joseph Island Museum Complex corner of the I Line and 20th Sideroad. Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2033 / (705) 246 - 2672 (June to August) |
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| CANADIAN ARTS
FESTIVAL
Last Saturday in June The main street of Richards Landing is turned into an exciting, open-air gallery in this annual show and sale. Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Arts Association Contact: St. Joseph Island Arts Association email: stjoearts@canada.com |
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| ST. JOSEPH
ISLAND OPEN HOUSE Last Saturday in June Self guided Island wide tour. Information kiosks located at Kents Korner, Richards Landing and Hilton Beach. Contact: (705) 246 - 1780 |
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| HILTON
BEACH
OPEN AIR MARKET Each Saturday from mid - June to mid - September Under the tent · fresh produce · baking · crafts · maple syrup. Contact: Gloria Fischer (Clerk), Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246 - 2242 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 / email: info@hiltonbeach.com |
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July |
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| CANADA DAY
TRACTOR PARADE July 1st - 10:00 a.m. Antique and modern tractors parade from St. Joseph Township Centennial Grounds through downtown Richards Landing. Contact: stjoetouristinfo@canada.com |
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| CANADA DAY
PICNIC & FIREWORKS July 1st Annual Canada Day celebration featuring potluck supper and fireworks at Jocelyn Park. Potluck at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk. Games and face painting for the children. Sponsored by the Jocelyn Recreation Committee. Contact: Jocelyn Rec. Committee, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2025 email: jocelynt@soonet.ca |
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Island
Museum Village
TEA DAY Second Sunday of July 40th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. Special entertainment. Unveiling of Margaret McKay Memorial Plaque. Old fashioned favorites are served up at this annual fund raiser. Enjoy a cool drink and dessert on the grounds of this historic village setting. Small charge for dessert. Admission between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. is by donation. Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator, St. Joseph Island Museum, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2033 / (705) 246 - 2672 (June to August) |
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| ANNUAL
NORTHERN RIDERS HORSE SHOW TBA (2005) Annual 2 - day horse show featuring English, Western and speed competitions. Laird Fairgrounds, Lake George Road East, Echo Bay, ON Contact: Connie Witty, RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2251 / Email: connie.witty@sympatico.ca |
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20TH
ANNUAL ARTS AT THE
DOCK (2005) Third Sunday of July Annual multi media art show and sale held at Hilton Beach Marina and Hilton Community Hall. Contact: Gloria Fischer (Clerk), Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246 - 2242 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 email: info@hiltonbeach.com |
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TOWN HALL
CONCERT SERIES Three Wednesday concerts in July and August Contact: Old Town Hall Concert Series, Box 25, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246 - 0055 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 email: info@hiltonbeach.com |
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| Hilton Beach SUMMER FESTIVAL Fourth Saturday in July Annual outdoor folk festival, classic car show, wooden boat show, variety of arts and crafts, food vendors and activities for the children. 2004 headliners . . . The Good Brothers. Contact: Gloria Fischer, Village of Hilton Beach (705) 246 - 2242 / email: info@hiltonbeach.com |
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| RICHARDS
LANDING
COMMUNITY NIGHT Last Friday of July A small town highlight of summer. · Opening parade features bands, floats, children in costume, clowns, antique cars and hot rods followed by games, band concerts, eats and treats, homemade pie and lots of family fun. Sponsored by the Matthews Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Contact: Barb Jackson (705) 246 - 1120 |
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| ADCOCK'S
GARDEN
TEA TBA (200%) Enjoy an afternoon in one of St. Joseph Island's most treasured spots. Have some light refreshment amid acres of floral gardens, manicured lawns, ponds and quiet paths. Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Horticultural Society. Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 40, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2381 or visit their website www.adcockswoodlandgardens.com |
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| HILTON
BEACH
COMMUNITY NIGHT
Saturday of Civic Holiday Weekend Main Street is filled with carnival fun in this annual small town celebration parade · games · fun for the whole family. Sponsored by the Hilton Beach Recreation Committee Contact: Hilton Beach Recreation Committee, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2242 email: info@hiltonbeach.com |
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August |
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OLD
TOWN HALL
CONCERT SERIES Three Wednesday concerts in July and August Contact: Old Town Hall Concert Series, Box 25, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246 - 0055 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 email: info@hiltonbeach.com |
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| DOUG HOOK
ART
SHOW First Weekend of August Watercolours and reproductions by one of Algoma's most popular artists on display in the Richards Landing Town Hall. Contact: Doug Hook, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246-2457 email: doug.hook@sympatico.ca |
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ST. JOSEPH
ISLAND
CORNFEST Third weekend in August Annual celebration of the corn harvest with fun and games for the whole family · craft show · children's rides and games · musical entertainment featuring the finest in local and Canadian talent · plenty of fresh, hot St. Joseph Island corn-on-the-cob. Contact: Cornfest Comm., Twp. of St. Joseph, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2625 email: stjosephtownship@adss.on.ca |
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| ANNUAL ST. JOSEPH
ISLAND
CORNFEST 10KM/ 5KM RUN / WALK
Class C Race Accreditation Third weekend in August All proceeds from the walk donated to the Matthews Memorial Hospital Assn. Contact: Ray Stortini, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2661 |
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| QUILT DISPLAY
AND BAKE SALE TBA (2005) Annual Tea · quilt display · bake sale - Held at St. Joseph Isl. Central School Sponsored by the Richards Landing and Clover Valley Women's Institutes Contact: Althena Hecker, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2377 / email: arthenia@sympatico.ca |
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Museum Village
COLLECTORS' DAY
Second Sunday of August Come out and see what catches someone else's fancy at Collector's Day. From buttons and baubles to boats and books, you're guaranteed to see a mix of the usual and unusual. Great family fun. Admission between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. is by donation. Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator St. Joseph Island Museum, RR 1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2033 / (705) 246 - 2672 (June to August) |
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| HORTICULTURAL
SOCIETY FLOWER AND
VEGETABLE SHOW TBA (2005) Annual show of nature's bounty. sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Horticultural Society. viewing at Old Town Hall in Richards Landing. Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 40, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2381 |
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ISLAND
PLOWING MATCH Fourth Saturday in August The continuation of a country tradition featuring horse - drawn and mechanized plowing techniques · modern and antique equipment. This is the last remaining plowing match in the North Shore area. Contact: Perry Coulter, St. Joseph Island Plowmen's Association RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2207 |
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ANNUAL CAN - AM
CL16 WHITE SAIL REGATTA August 6 and 7, 2005 Five race CL16 regatta over 2 days on the waters off Hilton Beach. Racers compete for CL16 White Sail Regatta Trophy with a purse of $5000 and the Hilton Beach Cup with an additional purse of $2500. Contact: Racing Secretary, 52 Fields Square, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario P6B 6H2 ncycdesbarats@aol.com |
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September |
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| JOCELYN
TOWNSHIP
HARVEST FESTIVAL Saturday of Labour Day Weekend Crafts · displays · homemade pies · fresh corn · antique machinery display · Free Admission Jocelyn Centennial Fair Grounds. Sponsored by the Jocelyn Recreation Committee Contact: Jocelyn Rec. Committee, RR1 Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2025 email: jocelynt@soonet.ca |
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REED /
REID FAMILY REUNION September 3 and 4, 2005 Descendants of William Reid and Mary Jane Leithead return to St. Joseph Island for a mammoth family reunion. The event - filled weekend included pick - up baseball, family dinner, invitational golf tournament, beachfront celebration, BBQ and deer spotting game. Contact: Marie Reed, vandorf_rose@yahoo.ca , (905)787-0859 for registration information or Wayne Reed, tour-directors@divinitytours.ca, (905)884-3606 for golf and event information. |
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October |
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| 8TH
ANNUAL COUNTRY ROADS
OPEN HOUSE Weekend before Canadian Thanksgiving weekend We welcome you to the Island to see the fall colours and to participate in this popular agri - tourism event. Contact: Neidre Powis - Clement (705) 246 - 2683 / email: maurice.clement@sympatico.ca or Jackileen Rains (705) 246 - 2556 / email: mack.rains@sympatico.ca |
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| COLLAGE STUDIO
TOUR
October 16 and 17, 2004 - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Annual, self - guided tour of local artisan studios sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Arts Association. Contact: Valerie Brown, RR1, Hilton Beach ON P0R 1G0 (705) 246 - 0382 email: stjoearts@canada.com |
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| ST. JOSEPH ISLAND
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY PUMPKIN CONTEST October 23, 2004 Pumpkins big and small. Registration 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Judging 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Viewing 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. James Harten MM Community Centre, Richards Landing Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 240, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2381 |
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| ANGLICAN CHURCH WOMEN'S TEA
AND BAZAAR October 23, 2004 - 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Bazaar sponsored by ACW. Tea sponsored by Pathfinders. James Harten MM Community Centre, Richards Landing Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 240, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2381 |
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November |
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| GIANT CHRISTMAS
CRAFT SHOW
First Saturday in November Artisans and crafts people from across Algoma feature their work on the two levels of the Hilton Community Hall. Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Arts Association Contact: Linda Hall, c/o Northern Folkart Studio and Gallery, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 0360 email: stjoearts@canada.com |
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December |
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| Royal Canadian Legion Children's
Christmas Party TBA Sponsored by Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374. Contact: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374 Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2494 |
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