Held on the fourth weekend in July (July 26-29, 2012), this is the longest-running country fair in Ontario.

The Old Stone Mill is always a feature point of interest for visitors to the area. On the first day of the Fair there is an annual parade and the Mill Society enters a float designed on a historical theme. On July 28 there will be an Ice Cream Social – “Millie’s marvelous Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social” (immediately following the Delta Fair Parade). All Welcome.

For more information about the Delta Fair visit www.deltafair.com.

This is a great opportunity to take a tour of beautiful Camp Iawah; try some camp activities – climbing, canoeing, swimming, and archery. There’s a free beach BBQ served from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. If you have kids interested in summer programs, be sure and visit the OPEN HOUSE Sat, May 19 from 10 am – 4 pm. Camp Iawah is located on Wolfe Lake; info@iawah.com  or 613-273-5621.

The Dandelion Gardens Studio Tour runs the May long weekend from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; visitors can meet 20 artists at 6 locations; unique fine art including magical photographic art, elegant flowing sculptures, traditional rug hooking, gorgeous comfortable clothing, rustic birdhouses and mirrors, stained glass, garden sculptures, recycled farm equipment; pottery and painted items, architectural sculpture www.artatwork.ca/westport_studiotours.

This past winter, having been a mild one and the low level of water in our lakes means early and heavy invasive seaweed problems in all of our lakes, resulting in problems with weeds getting tangled up in boat propellers and personal water craft motors, not to mention the unsightly views from your shore.

You don’t want to use harmful chemicals and the use of weed removal products such as rakes can be troublesome, backbreaking and very labor intensive.

There are some options for you to consider.
- WeedRoller option for a weed-free beach/swimming area and the – AquaSweep to get rid of the muck build-up.
We also carry other options such as mats, cutters and raking systems.

Imagine no more weeds in your swimming and docking area! It can happen.
Imagine getting rid of muck and silt, it can also happen.

Give us a call to discuss your aquatic weed removal needs

Jason and Natalie
613-530-0486
info@seaweeddoctor.com
www.seaweeddoctor.com

One of the finest fairs in the province will take place for the 148th time this weekend in Lansdowne.

The midway will be running, the animals posing, the food frying and the whole family will have a wonderful weekend from July 20-22, 2012 at the venerable Lansdowne Fair.

Anyone interested can visit the site at www.lansdownefair.com.

Victoria Day in the Villages – watch for events throughout the Township of Leeds and 1000 Islands.

IN LYNDHURST:
Saturday May 19, 2012 from 10am-3pm
In Furnace Falls Park – FREE Petting Zoo, Pony Rides $4, Roving Magicians, Test Drive this year’s newest Canoes, Kayaks and Paddle Boards, The Great Book Give Away.

PLUS watch for Specials and Discounts at Local Merchants.

For more info call 613-928-1196

You will find village wide yard sales, music, bake sales, displays and more during Elgin Days taking place July 14-15, 2012 in Elgin Ontario.

Farmers Breakfast at the Elgin Municipal Complex Community Hall and instant win tickets & prizes. This year we are introducing a Sports Day theme that will host activities in the rink for children of all ages – lacrosse, badminton and more. Even some heritage – aged activities. There will be a 3 on 3 basketball tournament and beach volleyball tournament at the high school starting around 9am.

Musical entertainment begins around 11am beside the Red Brick School House with local talent playing. Join the volunteers who look after the outdoor rink for a BBQ at the rink. The annual fire-fighters Elgin Day Parade is at 2pm. Then from 3 to 5pm music by “Johnny 5″ as we gather for the evening chicken BBQ at the fire hall followed by a dance at the Lions hall running from 8 to midnight.

Sunday – The day begins at 10am with the third annual Show & Shine at the South Crosby Public School parking lot followed by an afternoon euchre tournament starting at 1pm in the Elgin Community Hall and an evening ecumenical church service at 7pm. Call Cliff for more information at 613-387-2523.

Art In the Barn returns to the Lombardy Agricultural Society Fairgrounds on Saturday and Sunday, July 7-8, 2012, from 10am to 4pm.

Over 40 artists from the Rideau Lakes Artists Association welcome you to its annual art show and sale. This event is held at the spacious and easily accessible Lombardy Fairgrounds Barn, located south of Smiths Falls on Highway 15 at Kelly’s Road.

Admission is free. Ten percent of all sales will be donated to the DO IT FOR DARON fund in support of youth mental health through the Royal Ottawa.

For more information about this and other shows of the Rideau Lakes Artists, please visit our website at www.rideaulakesartists.com or call Nora at 613 283 7824.

The Old Stone Mill located in Delta Ontario will be a part of the Brockville and 1000 Islands Doors Open event taking place May 26-27, 2012. Some other local Rideau Lakes locations participating are: Green Gecko (Lyndhurst), Lyndhurst Historic Bridge, Township of Athens and Area Heritage Museum, Wendy’s Country Market (Lyndhurst), Wiltse Pioneer Cemetery (Athens), and Wing’s Live Bait & Tackle (Lyndhurst).

Every year, Doors Open Ontario attracts large crowds across Ontario. From April to October, residents and visitors are invited to discover first-hand Ontario’s hidden heritage treasures, some of which have never been open to the public.

For more information visit www.doorsopenontario.on.ca.

Discover the work of 14 artisans in 6 studios during the Dandelion Gardens Studio.

Treat yourself to a scenic outing. Enjoy beautiful blossoms, crystal blue lakes and fresh air. Breathe deeply. Relax. Smile.

Our artisans welcome you to view and purchase their most recent work throughout the long weekend of May 19-21, 2012 Sat, Sun & Mon from 10 am to 5 pm.

Our studios are located in the beautiful Westport countryside. The village of Westport is 90 minutes southwest of Ottawa and 30 minutes north of the 401 at Kingston.

For more information visit www.artatwork.ca/westport_studiotours/