2007

May 31-June 2, 2007
Kitchener, TOPS Provincial Recognition Days
The Aud, 400 East Street, Kitchener, N2H 1Z6
TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, is a powerful, weight-loss support group. Annually, the members register from all over Ontario, for an inspiring and motivating days of recognition and honours. Fee: $40.00
Carol Harper
905-877-7056
charper3@cogeco.ca

May 30-June 3, 2007
Guelph, Guelph Contemporary Dance Festival
River Run Centre, Exhibition Park, St. George's Pa
Free to $25
Catrina von Radecki
519-780-2220
gcdf@bellnet.ca

Ongoing to June 10, 2007
Fergus, Threadworks 2007 exhibition
Wellington Country Museum & Archives
A juried show of creative needlework. Opening reception May 6, at 4 pm. AD:$3, STU/SR: $2, CH: $1
(519) 846-0916 ext.221
info@wcm.on.ca

June 13-August 26, 2007
Goderich, Gairbraid Theatre Company
The Livery, 35 South Street, N7A 3L4
Exhilarating Theatre in Canada's Prettiest Town!
Walkabout-Enjoy an outdoor stroll while actors and musicians bring 19th century Goderich to life
Last Man Hanged-the last public hanging in Canada, staged at the actual site of the hanging
Ring 'Round The Moon-romantic comedy with music Romeo & Juliet-performed 'in the round' Fee: $20 AD $18 SR $15 ST, Walkabout:$10 AD $5 youth under 12
Helen, Livery, 35 South St.N7A3L4
519-524-7228
info@gairbraid.com

Ongoing to July 1, 2007
Kitchener, The Grand National: Fantasy Quilt Exhibition
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery 101 Queen Street N
Each year, the quilts featured in the Grand National Invitational Quilt Exhibit challenge our notion of the quilt and demonstrate an evolving tradition. Over 60 stunning works by quilt artists from across Canada will be on display.
Fee: $6 Adult, $2 Child (6-12). Family friendly, wheelchair accessible. www.kwag.on.ca
519-579-5860
mail@kwag.on.ca

June 22-August 31, 2007
St. Marys, Piper at the Falls
The Falls (outside The Castle Garden - 75 Queen St
A longstanding tribute to a family folktale, local piper Mark Fletcher pipes along the Falls each Friday evening around 8pm throughout the summer months. Free
Leslie Symons
519-284-3500
tourism@town.stmarys.on.ca

June 30-August 4, 2007
Campbellford, Westben - Concerts at The Barn
Westben - Concerts at The Barn celebrates its 8th season with a performance lineup to excite music lovers of all ages. World class music in wide open countryside includes classical, Broadway, jazz and world music.
 The 2007 season launches on Saturday, June 30 with the symphonic Chopin & Champagne Gala, featuring pianist Janina Fialkowska and the Westben Festival Orchestra and Chorus. The UBC Opera Ensemble returns with Gilbert & Sullivan's frolicking operetta, The Gondoliers. Renowned musicians include pianists Angela Hewitt, 2006 Gramophone Artist of the Year; Andre Laplante, Officer of the Order of Canada and Minsoo Sohn, winner of the 2006 Honen's International Piano Competition, Guido Basso and the True North Brass and pipa virtuosa, Yadong Guan.  Westben also launches Saturday evening concerts
Fee: $5.00 - $60.00
Donna Bennett
1-877-883-5777
Westben@westben.on.ca

June 21-Sept. 3, 2007
Fergus, Insights
Wellington Country Museum & Archives
A juried art exhibition held in association with Elora Arts Council. 0536 Wellington Rd. 18, between Fergus & Elora
(519) 846-0916 ext.221
info@wcm.on.ca

Ongoing to October 31,2007
Cambridge, Trout Fishing
Cold Spring Trout Farm, Cambridge
Public trout fishing for the family. Pay to fish for rainbow trout. Guaranteed catch. Cleaning and ice provided. Equipment rentals and barbeque area. Open daily from 8 am to 8pm. Also fly fishing and nature trails. www.coldspringtroutfishing.com Fee: $20.00
Mike Henderson
519-623-9000
mhenderson@295.ca

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June 1, 2007
Waterloo, Three Quartets and a Trio Concert
Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
Featuring the Torchmen, Watchmen, Kingsway and the Booth Brothers, known for their high energy, humourous and touching concerts.
 Visit www.watchmenquartet.com or www.kingswayquartet.com for more details.
 No reserved seating-doors open at 6 pm. Fee: $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
City of Waterloo Box Office
519-886-2375
tickets@city.waterloo.on.ca

June 2, 2007
St. Marys, 10th Annual Garden Fair by the St. Marys Horticultural Society
The St. Marys Flats (by the Thames River)
Everything for your garden including rare and unusual perennials, hostas, garden decor, one of a kind bird houses and feeders, lush hanging baskets, alpides, succulents, small bushes and trees, metal sculptures, trellis and arbours, water plants, herbs, vegetable plants, heritage tomato plants. Over 23 vendors. Refreshments by Smith Latham.
8:30 am - 1 pm
Free
(519)-393-5579

June 2, 2007
Stratford , Railway Heritage Days
To be arranged , Railway displays, memorabilia and children's activities. Fee: Free Tel: (519)-271-5311

June 3, 2007
Kitchener, Shed A Light on AIDS Walk
ACCKWA 67 King St E Kitchener (rear entrance)
ACCKWA (AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & Area) is calling upon the community to participate in this annual event, which raises awareness and much needed funds for people living with HIV/AIDS. Support those who live with HIV/AIDS and help us prevent new infections within our community! Join us in our walk through downtown Kitchener. Get Your Pledge Forms Now
Lynn Cashubec
519-570-3687
volunteer@acckwa.com

June 9, 2007
Shakespeare, 60th Annual Field Day and Fish Fry
Shakespeare Community Hall
The day kicks off with the Firefighter's Breakfast with a parade and the afternoon taking off from there. The details are still in the planning stages, but it is always a full day of fun. Join us in our licenced beer gardens and the fish will be served followed by our evening entertainment.
Breakfast - 8 am - 10 am, Parade - 1 pm, Fish Fry - 5 pm - 7:30 pm
Fee: Breakfast prices vary, fish fry - $12/A, $5/CH
(519)-625-8323

June 9, 2007
Stratford, Stratford Civic Orchestra
Knox Presbyterian Church, Canadian cello luminary Yuli Turovsky joins the orchestra in this concert which features the pinnacle of all solo literature, Dvorak's magnificent Cello Concerto. Michael Conway Baker's Mountains and Stravinksy's most lyrical work, Le Baiser de la Fee (Fairy's Kiss) Divertimento will complete our second season. 7:30 pm
$20/A, $18/SR, $10/ST (Prices increast $2 at the door)
(519)-438-6817

June 14-18, 2007
Manitoulin Island, Stargazing Manitoulin
Gordon's Park Dark Sky Sanctuary
Astronomy Camping Event held in the dark sky sanctuary at Gordon's Park. Join professional & amateur astronomers observing with telescopes & binoculars from the darkest skies in Ontario. On site observatory, 360 degree viewing, no light pollution and extremely dark skies with a 7.5 magnitude. Public Observing Sessions, Laser Guided Sky Tours, Information Sharing Session, Welcome Reception, Astrophotography Slide Show, Swap Meet, Show & Tell, guided educational nature hike, mini putt challenge, horseshoe tournament & social BBQ Turkey Pot Luck Supper. www.gordonspark.com or 705-859-2470
Free
Rita Gordon
705-859-2470
rita@gordonspark.com

June 15-17, 2007
Mississauga, Mississauga Waterfront Festival
Memorial Park, Port Credit
The 11th Annual Mississauga Waterfront Festival takes place June 15-17, 2007 in Port Credit's beautifully renovated, Memorial Park. Known for presenting the best in main stage entertainment past highlights include Jim Cuddy, Tom Cochrane Colin James and Jann Arden. On the childrenâ s stage in the McDonald's Family Fun Village see great kids performers like Bob the Builder, Babar the Elephant, Dora The Explorer and Max n Ruby. Visit exciting events like the Ronald McDonald's Sports Zone, Petting Zoo, McCann Super Dog Show, YTVâ s Weird On Wheels, Home Depot Kid's Workshop, Pizza Nova Kid's Pizza Making Workshop, Pirate Show and more. Thereâ s something for all ages like crafters, great food vendors, family carnival and water sports all at an affordable weekend rate for everyone. See you there! Visit our web site at www.mississaugawaterfrontfestival.com
Fee: SR=$10 AD=$15 CH=$10
Patti Jannetta-Baker, Event Manger
905-891-0002
info@mississaugawaterfrontfestival.com


June 16, 2007
Stratford, Theatre Explorer - Oklahoma! Cattle Call
Find out what it's like to be in a musical at the Stratford Festival. Company members teach you a song and dance from Oklahoma! Followed by lunch before the matinee performance. Suitable for children.
10:30 am
$45/A
1-800-567-1600

June 16-17
Utopia (near Barrie), Minesing Unplugged
Tiffin Conservation Area 8195 Concession Line 8
Friends of Minesing Wetlands
This grassroots festival features folk, bluegrass and world music! It serves to raise awareness and protect the Minesing Wetlands. An Extraordinary Musical Lineup on 2 stages. This year's amazing performers include: Lynn Miles, Luther Wright and the Wrongs, Suzie Vinnick, Dan Frechette, Matt Masters, Hayes Carll, Greg Hobbs Trio, Old Man Luedecke, the Sundowners, and MORE!!
 * Juried Artisan Market , Environmental and Wellness Displays, An Assortment of Fun and Informative workshops, Hands On Environmental Learning in Beautiful Tiffin Centre for Conservation (ponds, forest, trails, wetlands) NEW! Festival Camping on-site (reserve campsite! spaces limited) Check website for tickets. Fee: weekend pass: $30 (pre), at gate: $35, camping: $5 (reserve)
Tina DesRoches
705-424-1479 ext 241
info@grassrootsontour.ca

June 17, 2007
Stratford, Celebrated Writers for Kids
Studio Theatre
Readings by celebrated children's author, Jean Little, followed by a workshop and lunch. Program concludes in time for a matinee performance. Theatre tickets not included.
10 am
$15/Reading only, $45/Reading, workshop, lunch
Tel: 1-800-567-1600

June 20, 2007
Kitchener-Waterloo, Kiss My Tiara
Kitchener Waterloo Holiday Inn Hotel/Conf.
HAMILTON STONEY CREEK BURLINGTON LONDON....The KISS MY TIARA tour is pleased to be coming to KITCHENER- WATERLOO. Be part of the excitement and join us for a night of unparallelled sparkle and dazzle! Presented by Nominee for Canada's 100 Most Powerful Women CANADA'S DIAMOND COACH Adele Alfano, Award Winning Professional Speaker, Author and Co-Publisher. Special Guests include Local Celebrity and Co-Host of Rogers TV Daytime LIVE at 11 talk show Susan Cook-Scheerer as our MC, Red Shoe Diva Ana Paret and belly-dancer extraordinaire Marishka, 5 to 9 pm
$60 per person includes buffet gourmet dinner
www.kissmytiara.ca
Ana Paret at 519-589-4766 or
ana@redshoecoaching.ca
Adele Alfano
519-589-4766
adele@diamondwithin.com

June 20, 2007
Owen Sound, Knox Organ Recital - Dame Gillian Weir
Knox United Church, 9th Street & 4th Avenue East , 7:30 p.m. Dedicatory Organ Recital. 4th Concert in series to benefit the restoration of the Memorial organ (1919 Casavant) dedicated to the 22 men from Knox who gave their lives in World War I Fee: $20.00 each Contact:Church Office Tel: 519-376-4684 mailto: knoxos@bmts.com


June 20, 2007 - June 21, 2007

Stratford, Pork Congress
Stratford Fairgrounds
Ontario pork trade show including junior barrow competition, education program, pig art, barbecue competitions, craft show, pork dinners and refreshments. 10 am - 5 pm Fee: $5/A/SR Tel: (519)-625-8811

June 22-24, 2007
Manitoulin Island, Women's Outdoor Weekend
Gordon's Park
All Inclusive Women's Outdoor Weekend including aromatherapy, relaxation massage, essential oils, yoga, pal dan gam, circle dancing, watercolours, totems, bird houses, nature crafts, campfire games, nature hikes, astronomy, outdoor cooking, mini putt challenge, etc. www.gordonspark.com or 705-859-2470
Fee: 175.00 & gst per person
Rita Gordon
705-859-2470
rita@gordonspark.com

June 23, 2007 - June 24, 2007
St. Marys , Civil War Re-Enactment
Wildwood Conservation Area , Re-enactment of Civil War era camps, military demonstrations.... 10 am - 4 pm Fee: Admission to Wildwood Tel: (519)-271-5311

June 23, 2007
Baden, Whispers of Wilmot Heritage Fair
Castle Kilbride National Historic Site
Join us as we celebrate Wilmot Township's heritage. A day filled with historic demonstrators, music, arts, children's activities, castle tours and much, much more!
11 am - 4 pm
Admission by donation
(519)-634-8444

June 24, 2007
Stratford, Celebrated Writers Series
Tom Patterson Theatre
Reading and discussion with Margaret Atwood and Graeme Gibson. Books will be sold in the lobby beginning one hour before each author's appearance.
10 am
$15/A
Tel:: 1-800-567-1600

June 30, 2007
Manitoulin Island, Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl
Gordon's Park
Gordon's Park Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl includes calling for wolves and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on wolves and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of wolves, wolf tracks and other signs of wildlife. A social wolf howling competition around the campfire with really great wolfy prizes follows the hike. www.gordonspark.com or 705-859-2470
Fee: 15.00 & gst per person/30.00 & gst per family
Rita Gordon
705-859-2470
rita@gordonspark.com

July 1, 2007
Stratford , Canada Day Downtown Celebrations
Market Square (behind City Hall) , Canada Day Celebrations may contain but not limited to dancers, singers, Festival Theatre personalities, retail marketplace, face painting, cake, retail food items and other patriotic comradery. 12 noon - 6 pm Fee: Free Tel: (519)-273-2461