1000 Islands / Ivy Lea KOA

2009

Thousand Islands Playhouse Presents: The Summer of my Amazing Luck - June 4 - July 11

Summer of My Amazing Luck adapted by Chris Craddock, from the novel by Miriam Toews. Two single mothers live in a Winnipeg housing project. When her mother was murdered, Lucy ‘didn’t grieve properly,’ and tried to fill her emptiness with go-nowhere relationships, which ended in a pregnancy with no dad in sight. Now Lucy and her infant son Dill are trying to survive in the welfare system. Her best friend Lish is pining for a street performer who stole her heart (and her wallet.) On impulse they set out on a road trip in a borrowed, beat-up old van, full of toys and kids. Please call 613.382.7020 or go to www.1000islandsplayhouse.com for more information.

Landsdowne Farmers Market - June 5 - October 30

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.every Friday. Please call 613-659-2415 for more information.

Live Performance - June 11 - July 5, Morrisburg, On

Live Theatrical Production, "Perfect Wedding" the first comedy production of the year at Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg! Visit www.uppercanadaplayhouse.com for more information.

Ride United: A Poker Run for Motorcycles - June 13, Brockville, On

In support of United Way Leeds and Grenville. Begins at Knapps Yamaha, Prescott.

Flower Show - June 13

Presented by the Gananoque Horticultural Society. Please call 613.382.8800 for more information.

Wine and Cocktail Tasting Cruise with Tributes to Rod Stewart and Neil Diamond - June 13, Gananoque

7:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Call 613.382.2144 or go to www.ganboatline.com for more information.

Stock Car Racing - June 14, Cornwall, On

Loonie-Toonie Night - only $2 admission! - complete racing program - sponsor is Don Cherry's Sports Grill - Cornwall Motor Speedway! Call 613-938-3945 for more information.

Thousand Islands Playhouse Presents: The Drowsey Chaperone - June 18 - July 31

The Drowsy Chaperone is a homage to American musicals of the Jazz Age. The Drowsy Chaperone won five Tony Awards, including the awards for best book of a musical and best original score. Please call 613.382.7020 or go to www.1000islandsplayhouse.com for more information.

Alexandria Bay Poker Run - June 19-21

Ladies and Gentlemen, Start your engines!

Downtown Celebration and Street Events - June 20, Brockville, On

Sidewalk Sale & Street event filled with activities for families and children. Live entertainment, children’s activities and much more! 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visit www.downtownbrockville.com for more information.

Eastern Ontario Firefighter Association Games - June 20, Prescott, On

97th Annual Eastern Ontario Firefighter's Association Games located at the Leo Boivin Community Centre in Prescott, On. Firefighters with twelve Volunteer Fire Departments from across Eastern Ontario including Morristown, NY, and the New York State Champions. The teams will compete in various races, ranging from a hose relay to the Chief's Race. But the races aren't the only events of the day. After the Woodland's Chicken dinner there will be a Fire Department parade through the streets of Prescott. Many antique fire trucks will be on display for the parade and most of the weekend. Tickets are $10 per person.

Evening Maze - June 20-30, Cornwall, On

Evening Maze and BBQ Adventures at Cannamore Orchard in Morewood! Call 613-448-3633 or visit them online at www.cannamoreorchard.com.

Rockport Boatline Father's Day Brunch Cruise - June 21

3rd Annual Thousand Island River Run - Motorcycle Rally - June 26-28, Alexandria Bay

Enjoy the performance of the “Vertical Outlaws”, a motorcycle stunts group from Maine, have your bike dyno’ed by one of the best Dyno technicians in the US, “Rob’s Dyno Service” from Massachusetts. Visit our vendor area where customs bikes are displayed from local Custom Bike Shops, update your Biker Gear with vendor products from all over the US and Canada, enjoy a “Live Music Fest” throughout the day and into the night on James Street Alex Bay. Not to mention our local flavor of unique gift shops to search for the perfect memory to bring home.

Antique Car and Truck Show - June 28, Athens, On

Located at 76 Fairgrounds, $10 per car or truck, spectators free. All proceeds go to the Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information contact Peter at (613) 924-9339.

Fireworks on the Lake - June 28, Athens, On

Join us at the Charleston Public Docks or view by boat. Music provided, food available. Free admittance, begins at dusk, approximately 9 p.m.

Brockville Riverfest - July 1-5

Blockhouse Island, Brockville www.brockvilleriverfest.ca. Admission price: ($2.00 - $5.00) Celebrate Canada Day at the 27th Annual Riverfest, Brockville’s waterfront festival. A weekend jam packed with activities and entertainment for the whole family! Enjoy the popular firefighter and strongman competitions plus the new pie and cake eating contest. Crown Amusements Midway rides will be on hand for the kids. Be sure to join us for Canada Day with the amazing fireworks show starting at approximately 10 p.m. Fishing Derby – 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Free for Children 14 and under. Bring your own fishing rod - bait supplied. Prizes galore.

Riverfest Concert - Theory of a Deadman - July 2

Enjoy Live Entertainment at Brockville’s waterfront festival featuring Theory of A Deadman on July 2nd. Tickets for the show will be $17.50 and will be available starting May 4th at Brockville Tourism, 10 Market Street West.

Legends of Vegas - Live Performance - July 8-9, Brockville, On

Centennial Road Standard Church, Hwy. 29 North
Website: www.brockvilleartscentre.com
2009 Summer Season Presented by Brockville Arts Centre. A tribute to Neil Diamond & Tom Jones.

Summer Concert Series - July 8-29, Carthage

Every Wednesday evening in July at the New Village Green, State St., Carthage. All Free… bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music. Rain location- Carthage Farmer’s Market Pavilion, Riverside Dr. Carthage. Visit www.carthageny.com/events.htm for details.

Kinsmen Cornwall Lift-off - July 9-12, Cornwall, On

Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival in Lamoureux Park complete with midway and musical entertainment on the bandshell. Visit www.lift-off.ca for more information.

Brockville Ghost Walks - beginning July 10

Begins at Fulford Place, 287 King Street East. Discover Brockville's haunted past by moonlight! Begins from Fulford Place at 8:30 p.m.: 2.5 hour 'Haunted Brockville Walk' or 1.5 hour 'Creepy King Street Walk'. Every Friday night from July 3 to September 11. Tickets available on Fridays only. Suitable for those 8 yrs. and older. No strollers.

Fireworks - July 11, Carthage

Located at Turning Point Park, Carthage. Visit www.carthageny.com/events.htm for more details.

War of 1812 Re-enactment - July 11-12, Morrisburg, On

The Friends of Crysler's Farm will stage this battle re-enactment on the grounds of Crysler Park and inside Upper Canada Village - admission to battles $5 adults/$3 children ages 5 to 12. Call 613-543-4328 or see www.uppercanadavillage.com for information.

St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival - July 11 - August 15, Prescott, On

Kinsmen Ampitheatre, Prescott Waterfront
Email: info@stlawrenceshakespeare.ca
Website: www.stlawrenceshakespeare.ca
Experience lively, accessible and affordable professional theatre in a beautiful riverside setting. On the mainstage in 2009 you'll be able to see Shakespeare's battle of the sexes, in repertory, "Taming of the Shrew" alongside the less well known, but equally fascinating comedy "Measure for Measure". New talent will join familiar faces of past artistic ensembles to perform Shakespeare under the stars! Runs July 11 - Aug 15 (no shows on Mondays).Adults; $22; Seniors: $18, Students $16, Children 12 and under: free;Tickets available in advance by calling, or at the gate.Sunday Series: $10; Seasons Pass: $80

French Festival - July 11-12, Cape Vincent

Parade, Fireworks, Arts and Crafts, Etc.! For more information on the Festival, call the Chamber of Commerce office at 315-654-2481 or visit www.capevincent.org/frenchfestival2004.asp.

Farmersville Exhibition - July 17-19, Athens, On

Real down-home family fair! Featuring:
Friday- Fiddle Music
Saturday-Antique Tractor pull, Craft building open & Cornfest Dance
Sunday-Horse Pull, Craft building open
Antique cars, trucks and farm machinery, arts and crafts, flea market, free music, tractor and horse pulls and much, much more! Visit www.athenslions.org/steamfair for more information.

Annual Avonmore Fair, July 17-19

Held annually at the Avonmore Fairgrounds featuring 4H calf show, horse show, 3 pitch ball tournament, petting zoo, baby show, strong man competition, ATV mud bog and a midway. Call 613-346-2252 or see www.avonmorefair.ca for more information.

Canada's Park Day - Birds of Prey Flight Show - July 18, Mallorytown, On

St. Lawrence Islands National Park; 1121 - 1000 Islands Parkway, Mallorytown Landing. See free-flying owls, hawks, vultures and falcons up close during flight demonstrations by Little Ray's Reptile Zoo. Celebrate Canada's Parks Day by meeting birds, reptiles, amphibians and other animals representing the diversity of life in and around the St. Lawrence Islands National Park. Shows at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Fresh Horses: Tribute to Garth Brooks (Live Performance) - July 22-23, Brockville, On

Centennial Road Standard Church, Hwy. 29 North
Website: www.brockvilleartscentre.com
2009 Summer Season Presented by Brockville Arts Centre. A tribute to country music artist Garth Brooks.

179th Annual Delta Fair - July 23-26, Delta, On

Delta Fairgrounds
Website: www.deltafair.com/Welcome.html
Enjoy a fun-filled fair featuring Midway rides and games for the kids, vendor village, and live entertainment. 2009 is the year of the Nursery Rhyme.

St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival - July 11 - August 15, Prescott, On

Kinsmen Ampitheatre, Prescott Waterfront
Email: info@stlawrenceshakespeare.ca
Website: www.stlawrenceshakespeare.ca
Experience lively, accessible and affordable professional theatre in a beautiful riverside setting. On the mainstage in 2009 you'll be able to see Shakespeare's battle of the sexes, in repertory, ``Taming of the Shrew`` alongside the less well known, but equally fascinating comedy ``Measure for Measure``. New talent will join familiar faces of past artistic ensembles to perform Shakespeare under the stars! Runs July 11 - Aug 15 (no shows on Mondays).Adults; $22; Seniors: $18, Students $16, Children 12 and under: free;Tickets available in advance by calling, or at the gate.Sunday Series: $10; Seasons Pass: $80

Automotion 28th Annual Event - August 2, Brockville, On

Blockhouse Island and Market Street West
Email: automotion@tisma.ca
Website: www.tisma.ca
Presented by the Thousand Islands Street Machine Association. Car show for all types of cars - from Model T's to the Fast and Furious. Over 450 cars showcased. Participants are asked to register in advance with a $10 entry fee. Participants entry from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Spectator admissiom $5. Spectators entry 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Brockville Ribfest - August 6-9, Brockville, On

Hardy Park, Water Street - 2 blocks west of Blockhouse Island, on the waterfront. Fax: 613-345-7842
Email: staff@mentoringmatters.ca
Website: www.brockvilleribfest.ca
Rib Festival brought to you by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville - Ribbers from Canada and the U.S. preparing succulent ribs and spectacular bbq chicken! Weekend activities include the Kriska Kidz Zone, fishing derby and the Keystorm Pub volleyball tournament. Enjoy live entertainment for the whole family - Eastern Ontario's most popular summer cookout! Friday, August 7, 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; August 8, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; August 9, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

1000 Islands Poker Run - August 7-9

Blockhouse Island, Brockville
Website: www.pokerrunsamerica.com
Contact Phone: 1-800-354-9145 x 252
Hear the roar as the power boats of the largest Poker Run in North America pull into Brockville's Harbour for lunch and a card stop. Get up close and check out over 100 of the most powerful boats on the water. Approximate Schedule: 10 a.m. – Depart Kingston 11:45 – Arrive Brockville for Lunch Stop 3:00 – Card Stop in Prescott 3:45 – Card Stop in Rockport 4:30 – Arrive Kingston – final stop.

Doug Hale Memorial Golf Tournament - August 8, Athens, On

Village Greene Gold Club, Athens. Contact Ed Ristan for more information: 613-924-2522.

Tiko Club Dog Shows and Trials - August 14-16, Brockville, On

Brockville Memorial Centre, Magedoma Drive, 1000 Islands Kennel & Obedience Club

Loyalist Days - Recreation of the Battle of Prescott - August 14-16, Prescott, On

Battle of Prescott- Historical Re-enactments, Military March, Fashion Show

Cornfest - August 15, Athens, On

Cobs of events for the whole family- most events are FREE! Pony rides, bounce castles, petting zoo, continuous music, car show and much much more! Main Street, Athens. Contact Karen for more information: 613-924-9994.

Harvest Days/Antique Wheels in Motion - August 15-16, North Augusta, On

Activities include Musical Entertainment all day, square dancing at noon, silent auction, miniature horses and the 2nd Annual Farmer’s Olympics & Games. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

1000 Islands Triathlon, Duathlon and Relays - August 16, Downtown Brockville, On

Begins at Blockhouse Island
Website: www.somersault.ca
A triathlon event for all ages and stages in Downtown Brockville. Runs approximately 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Shrine Circus - August 25, Cornwall, On

At the Cornwall Civic Complex, call 613-938-9400 for information.

Geocaching 101 - September 12, Mallorytown, On

Mallorytown Landing Visitor Centre, 1121-1000 Islands Parkway
Website: www.pc.gc.ca
Geocaching is a fun game for the whole family. Join us for a one-hour workshop and scavenger hunt that will help you get started on this global activity. GPS units will be provided. Pre-registration required.

Spencerville Fair - September 10-13, Spencerville, On

George Drummond Memorial Grounds
Website: www.spencervillefair.ca
Entertainment tent featuring live bands nightly. Midway, games, vendors and more. Animal & Agricultural displays, Saturday parade, and lots of contests. Something for everyone! Admission charged at the gate. Live entertainment admission extra. Midway ride tickets available.

AMJ Campbel Shorty Jenkins Classic - September 17-20, Brockville, On

Brockville Country Club, County Rd. 2 West
Website: www.brockvillecountryclub.com
The World Cup Curling Tour stops in Brockville every September with a star-studded field from around the world. Past participants have included Glenn Howard, Kevin Martin, Brad Gushue, JM Menard, Wayne Middaugh just to name a few!

Festival of Storytelling - September 24-26, Brockville, On

Brockville Museum, 5 Henry Street
Website: www.deborahdunleavy.com
Price: $5.00 - $10.00
Presented by the 1000 Islands Yarnspinners. Storytelling for adults, teens and children…a mixture of something for everyone, from ghoulish tales and vampire frights to an Irish heroine and folktale delights. Various times, visit website for details.

Hill Island Hike - October 3, Mallorytown, On

Mallorytown Landing Visitor Centre, 1121-1000 Islands Parkway
Website: www.pc.gc.ca
Discover how humans and the forces of nature have shaped Hill Island on this guided hike through the national park’s nature preserve. Meet in the 1000 Islands SkyDeck parking lot on Hill Island. 1-3 p.m. Bridge toll will be charged to access Hill Island.