ISLANDS AND SHORES OF BIG RIDEAU LAKE TOUR, (rain alternative, Aug. 24). Come for a wonderful boat tour of the Rideau Lakes on August 17 and again on August 20. Departing from the Government Dock at Portland at 1:30pm and returning by 5:00pm. Cost $15.00 per person; hand-outs and light refreshments included. Limited seating. Contact Doug Bond (613) 272-2252, dougbond@rideau.net for further information and registration. Sponsored through the Bastard and South Burgess Historic Society.

The RIDEAU LAKES HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY presents Mike Nickerson, Executive Director of the Sustainability Project, to speak about the quality of our food and security of its supply, at the Portland Community Hall. Info – visit sites.google.com/site/rideaulakeshorticultural/home

The Rideau Lakes Library is running a free Reading Rules Program to encourage your child to develop and maintain their reading skills over the summer. Choice of 3 dates. See the flyer for full details (PDF)

Spend your days or evenings with us at Lower Beverly Lake and Park. There’s always something to do for every age group. See which event best suits you below.

Friday, August 8
Teen Dance
8:00 pm

Saturday, August 9
Car Show
see the brochure for full details (PDF)
9:00 am

Saturday, August 9
Entertainment: The Reasons
10:00 am

Friday, August 15
Movie Night
8:00 pm

Saturday, August 16
Yard Sale
9:00 am

Saturday, August 16
Pie Sale
10:00 am

Saturday, August 16
Kid’s Sand Building Contest
10:00 am

Saturday, August 16
Entertainment: Fiddlers’ Plus Jam Session
1:00 pm

Saturday, August 16
Bingo
7:00 pm

Saturday and Sunday, August 16-17
Ball Tournament

Saturday, August 23
Kid’s Teddy Bear’s Picnic
10:00 am

Saturday, August 23
Memorial Bench Dedication
4:00 pm

Saturday, August 23
Pot-Luck Supper / Corn Roast
5:30 pm

Sunday, August 24
Campers’ Volunteer Luncheon
12:00 pm

Sunday, August 24
Seasonal Campers’ Rec Meeting
1:00 pm

Friday, August 29
Karaoke
7:00 pm

Saturday, August 30
Kid’s Bingo
10:00 am

Saturday, August 30
Entertainment by Eddy and the Stingrays
1:00 pm

Saturday, August 30
Bingo
7:00 pm

Sunday, August 31
“Bob Bradford Memorial” Horseshoe Tournament
9:00 am

Thanks so much for your support! Hope to see you at the festival. Please
help spread the word!
Seamus Cowan
www.westportartscouncil.com

MUSICWestport Festival Aug 15/16

8th ANNUAL MUSICwestport FESTIVAL
A free outdoor music festival with 2 stages, 8 groups, The 3rd Annual VOICE
of the RIDEAU Amateur Vocal Competition and WAC Street Fair!
Supported by local businesses, residents and generous citizens.
www.westportartscouncil.com

August 15

MUSICwestport KICK OFF PARTY @ THE COVE
H’SAO (Montreal/Chad, Afro Soul R&B)
Drawing from gospel, traditional African music, as well as their Chadian
roots, H’sao display clear soul, pop, and R&B influences. All the members
of this Montréal afro-pop group are singersongwriters; elements of their
various influences are smoothly blended with African rhythms to create
fresh songs in a unique style. Masterful a capella singing sets them apart
on the vast soundscape of world music.
8-11pm
$10
Reservations suggested!
www.hsao.ca

August 16

SPRING STREET STAGE (7 Spring St.) 12:00-5:00pm
12:00-1:00pm
Mikey & The Reelers (Westport/Toronto, Fishing/Comedy)
www.mikeyandthereelers.com
1:20-2:00pm
Kevin Warren East West Project (Montreal, Modern Jazz)
www.kevinwarrendrums.com
www.eastwestproject.bandcamp.com
2:40-3:40pm
Drumhand (Toronto, World Music/Percussion)
www.drumhand.ca
4:00-5:00pm
Alex The Folk Band (Orillia, Folk)
www.facebook.com/alexthefolkband

THE COVE STAGE Sponsored by JAKE by the LAKE (2 Bedford St.) 10:00am-6:00pm
10:00am-12:00pm
3rd Annual THE VOICE OF THE RIDEAU Amateur Vocal Competition
12:30-1:30pm
Bob Burtch Bluegrass (Seeley’s Bay/Cornwall, Bluegrass)
Abrams Brothers Songs
(Listen to Bob at 4min 30sec with the Abrams Brothers)
1:50-2:50pm
Krief (Montreal, Indie Rock)
www.krief.ca
3:10-4:10pm
Miss Emily feat. Emily Fennell (Kingston, Soul/Pop)
www.themissemily.com
4:30-6:00pm
New Country Rehab (Toronto, Indie Country)
www.newcountryrehab.com

FREE ADMISSION…Thanks to local businesses and supporters!!!
www.westportartscouncil.com

For more information visit the MUSICwestport website.

August, at least for me, will be a month to remember…My wife and I will be having a baby and my twin brother in Australia will be having one with his wife about the same day! Truly exciting times…
…As are those at The Cove in August! We have a great, varied lineup! We actually have a stretch where there is entertainment every night from Aug.6-17. Could be a record.
Looking forward to seeing you in the beautiful month.
Seamus and all of us at The Cove

Wednesdays
RACK + TUNES with Shawn McCullough
Ribs Special with Lively mid week music!
www.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough
Kevin Head plays Aug.13
www.kevinheadmusic.com
6-9pm

Thursdays
JAZZ NIGHT with Spencer Evans Trio
Consistently the busiest night of the week. Don’t forget to book.
9-11pm
$5

Fri.Aug.1, 22 + 29
SHAWN McCULLOUGH
The great guitarist, singer. Come and be amazed!
www.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough
6-9pm

Sat.Aug.2, 23 + 30
HEAD OVER HEELS
Love at first sight, on stage and off. It’s feel good music.
www.kevinheadmusic.com
6-9pm

Sun.Aug.3, 17, 24 + 31
HEAD OVER HEELS
Ditto, as a next day matinee…
www.kevinheadmusic.com
6-9pm

Fri.Aug.8
STRUNG OUT TO DRY (Kingston, Bluegrass Trio)
Real deal Holyfield Bluegrass!
www.reverbnation.com/rpk/strungouttodry
6-9pm

Sat.Aug.9
ROGER JAMES (Kingston, Comedy + Song)
The King of Psychedelic Rock ‘n Roll Comedy with ridiculous Canadian Content.
www.rogerjames.ca
6-9pm

Sun.Aug.10
STRINGTEASE (Westport, Gypsy/Blues/Folk)
Sing along and be merry.
12:30-3:30pm

Mon.Aug.11
A FELLOW SHIP (Toronto, Folk)
New to us, but a familiar new folk sound.

6:30-8:30pm

Tue.Aug.12
KARAOKE
Be your own Rock Star Night.
7-10pm

Fri.Aug.15
MUSICwestport KICK OFF with H’SAO (Montreal, African)
A Westport Arts Council Production. African Acapella and Dance from Chad via Montreal! Let it all out!
www.hsao.com
8-11pm
$10

Sat.Aug.16
8th MUSICwestport FESTIVAL (9 Live Outdoor Groups)
10am The 3rd Annual VOICE of the Rideau Amateur Vocal Competition
12-6pm
Check out www.westportartscouncil.com for the FULL LINEUP
FREE! Thanks to all of the SPONSORS!

Fri.Aug.22
An Evening with PSYCHIC MEDIUM KEN MASON
6-9pm
$60

Thu.Aug.28
JAZZ NIGHT with ILA VANN (Trenton, Soul Legend)
www.ilavann.com
9-11pm
$5

The Cove Country Inn
2 Bedford St.
Westport, ON
1.888.COVE.INN
www.coveinn.com
www.facebook.com/TheCoveCountryInn

*We have a very exciting event coming up on August 22nd – 24th. We are
hosting our first Wellness Weekend! Join us and be revitalized and
refreshed at this weekend retreat. Come and learn how your body, mind and
spirit can be well. We will offer you a range of wellness activities,
discussions and strategies. Healthy, delicious meals are included. This
unique Weekend is taking place at the centre amongst a beautiful natural
setting, gorgeous gardens, a pool and serene pond with waterfalls.*

*Activities** include: *

* *Yoga*

* *Massage*

* *Aromatherapy*

* *Zumba*

* *Nutrition*

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*And much more!!*


*When:**Friday August 22nd 7pm-9pm*

* Saturday August 23rd 9am-9pm*

* Sunday August 24th 9am-1pm*


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*Cost: **Single occupancy with ensuite – $650*

* Double occupancy with ensuite – $550*

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The Centre for Creative Learning has a series of summer workshops that will bring out the artist in you. If you’ve always dreamed of pursuing an artistic passion, now’s your chance with one of these fantastic symposiums. There are a large variety of workshops to choose from, and your enrollment includes a free lunch.

Here’s a complete list of this summer’s activities:

Collage Creation with Carol Lee Riley
June 14 9am-12pm
$30
Immerse yourself into the world of intuitive art through a free form combination of collage & assemblage. Explore the possibilities when materials collide – fabric, paper, paint, wood, metal, found objects and more. Use them with wild abandon to embrace your inner artist. There will be plenty of materials and tools available. Bring a few of your favourite materials if you wish to. Inspiration, techniques, design and use of tools will be explored. All levels welcome.

Breakfast No-Bake Pies with Lynn Daniluk
June 14, 1-4pm
$30
Come and enjoy an afternoon of healthy baking!! In this workshop you willhave the opportunity to learn to make 3 of the desserts from Julie Daniluk’s “Anti-Inflammatory Live-it”. Julie, Lynn’s sister, has written 2 cookbooks which are run-away Canadian best sellers. Lynn often collaborates with Julie so you will be benefit from both of their inspiring expertise. By removing gluten, dairy and sugar from their diet many people are able to reduce pain, inflammation and weight. This workshop will give you an idea of how you can have a pain-free life and have your cake too!

Picture It! Photography with John Scully
June 21, 10am-4pm
$65
Come and enjoy learning new photography techniques! Surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Westport’s own backyard you will enhance your skills in composition and photographic design, technical aspects, the language of photography, self-expression, basic editing and much more!

Pen and Ink Drawing with Scott Wilson
June 28, 10am-4pm
$65
Have you always wanted to draw? This workshop will introduce you to the techniques and possibilities of working with ink on paper. Come and enjoy the glories of this medium. We will start with the black and white basics and then introduce jewel-like colours in the second half of the day. This discipline is particularly fantastic for illustration. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

En-Plein-Air Workshop – Summer with Nicole McGrath
July 12
10am-4pm
$65
The pleasure of painting outdoors will reward you with increased observation skills, improved colour identification and mixing, quick decision making, and provide you with lots of fresh air! Using traditional and time-saving techniques, Nicole will provide group instruction and one on one coaching. Using only oil colours (pigment & linseed oil) remains the best option for painting in various weather conditions, and is the most eco-friendly option for self and nature. Valuable information to prepare you for the elements when painting outdoors is also provided. When prepared, the challenge is easy and fun!

Learn to Dance! with Motus O Dance Theatre
July 27, 10am-4pm
$65
This workshop is an introduction to movement, designed for self-expression and storytelling. A variety of motifs will be learned and explored investigating time, space, shapes and flow always working within the realm of one’s natural abilities. Individual, partner and group work will be explored, inspiring moments of community and creativity. All skill levels welcomed.

This summer the Centre for Creative Learning is presenting Music by the Pond, a series of sunning musical and dance performances by renowned Canadian and international artists, including students from The Royal Conservatory of Music.

All performances take place at the Stepping Stones Garden and Ponds, a beautiful setting for some of the summer’s most inspiring concert and dance series. Buy your tickets ahead of time and enjoy a special rate: Students-$10, Adults-$15, and Family-$25. Tickets available at the door for: Students-$15, Adults-$20, and Families-$30.

Here’s a complete list of this summer’s acts:
King of the Swingers
June 29, 2-3:30pm
You’ll enjoy watching the lively and entertaining musical performances of the King of the Swingers! Their inspiring group includes a tenor banjo, upright bass, accordion, clarinet and more. Audiences love their up-beat, swing feel and energy that will get you groovin’. Allow the King of the Swingers to elevate your spirit and entertain you through the entire show! Light refreshments are included with ticket prices.

Cirrcus Terrifico by Motus O Dance Theatre
July 27, 2-3:30pm
The whole family will enjoy the hilarious show by the nationally recognized Motus O. Cirrus Terrifico, a comedy about three circus performers boarding the train to their next show. However, a case of vanishing tickets thwarts their plans and strands them on the platform. It takes every trick in the book (and their suitcases!) to create an impromptu show to raise money for new tickets. This is a hilariously energetic micro-version interpretations of the ballets, Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake. Bring the family! Light refreshments are included with ticket prices.

Performed with the signature MOTUS O physicality and humor, see for yourself how a little magic, some juggling, tight-rope walking and fortune-telling can entertain the whole family!