BIA Lambs Down Park Festival

Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend at the BIA Lambs Down Park Festival

in Carleton Place on Saturday June 20th from 10am to 3pm.

This is a non-gated event and is FREE to enter the grounds, demonstrations are FREE to view and food and merchandise vendors will be on site offering items for sale.

The Carleton Place (BIA) isn’t sheepish about letting people know that Carleton Place is the largest distribution centre for lamb’s wool in Canada!

In fact, the Canadian Co-operative Woolgrowers, located at 142 Franktown Road, grades and markets close to three million pounds of raw wool each year. In celebration of the town’s woolly existence, the BIA and the Woolgrowers are joining forces on Saturday, June 20th to host the BIA Lambs Down Park Festival. The BIA is working with the Wool Growers in an effort to bring awareness to the public about the tremendous heritage attraction we have in Carleton Place, the festival will run from 10 am until 3 pm on the Wool Growers property.

With wool being the fiber on which the festival is centered, the day will feature hands-on demonstrations of sheep herding involving working sheep dogs, sheep shearing and the spinning of wool. As well, in keeping with the festival theme, tours will be conducted of the Woolgrowers facilities. The Lambs Down Park Festival will be an opportunity for us to showcase some of the dynamics of Canada’s sheep and wool industry.

Other aspects of Carleton Place’s rich heritage will be on display at the festival. For instance, since the Woolgrowers occupy what was originally the round house and machine shops for the Canadian Pacific Railway, one display will track Carleton Place’s railway past.

There will be local fresh produce, petting zoo and pony rides, kids activities and more. Spectators can relax at a picnic table enjoy a bite to eat and a drink from great local vendors.

You will find unique demonstrators and displays with all kinds of interactive activities for the young and old to participate.

The BIA has created the Lambs Down Park Festival in an effort to bring friends, and family, of all ages together so that we can share in the heritage of the community. The BIA has had great success with family events and is inviting everyone to come out and enjoy the displays, lunch and entertainment.

Further details on the festival can be obtained by contacting the BIA at 613-257-8049 or by e-mail at cmcormond@carletonplace.ca.

Sheep shearing, spinning, weaving
Animal displays and petting zoo
Artisans, crafters & Local Farmers
Heritage demonstrations&displays
Delicious sweet & savory foods

The 3rd Annual Carleton Place Winter Carnival is a day full of FREE, family winter fun! Join s on February 21 at 8am for the beginning of the festivities.

There will be a Merchant Market where you can get a pancake breakfast from 9am-2pm in the gymnasium at Carleton Place High School! Admission is FREE! The Winter Carnival Merchant Market is a place where vendors gather to show off their newest products and services.  With 50 vendors, there is sure to be a WIDE selection of wares for everyone to see!

Chill’s Funland is a place where children and families can get warm and participate in activites that will warm the body and heart. Open from 10am-2pm dont miss out on the Carnival Games, Ice sculptures, or Miss Teen Eastern Ontario and Miss Teen Canada International.

Come to the Winter Fun Pavillion and go for a dog sled ride, or enjoy one of the many activities going on, or get down at the Ápres Ski Outdoor Dance.

So much to see and do all day long, don’t miss out!

For more information visit the Carleton Place Winter Carnival website.

Come to the village of Westport, Ontario for the Thanksgiving Weekend Oct 11,12,13, 2014 – Sat, Sun & Mon for an exclusive tour of our local art studios. Every year Westport hosts the Fall Colours Studio Tour, an occasion to view collections from our local artists right in their own art studios.

All tours are conducted from 10 am – 5 pm and include 10 Distinctive Studios and 32 Outstanding Artists. Speak with the artists about their pieces and process. This will be an art tour that promises more than just simply viewing the works, but interactivity as well.

You will discover an exciting and eclectic range of juried, quality original work. Indulge in fall’s brilliant colours as you tour from studio to studio. Use our map to choose your own starting point and watch for the signs.

Westport is located 90 min. southwest of Ottawa and 30 min. north of the 401 at Kingston.

For more information contact Diane Black 613 273 0929 hookedonthelake@kingston.net or visit our new website www.westportstudiotour.com.

Cobra Pools and Spas presents Hydropool’s Hot Tub & Swim Spa sale this weekend at Barons Inn in Carleton Place. Receive thousands of dollars in savings when you buy one of Hydropool’s endless pools or hot tubs. Come browse the largest display of hot tubs and swim spas in the region, check out the selection of salt water and self cleaning models available. 

To find the best hot tub or endless pool for you visit the Hydropool website and read their hot tub and swim spa guide. You can even read about their products and services.

These savings are available this weekend ONLY,  so don’t miss your chance to save up to $3,000 from Thursday, May 29, to Sunday, June 1. 

Take advantage of HUGE additional savings on tubs and swim spas when you downlaod the coupon. Don’t delay, come see the huge selection of hot tubs and lap pools available from Hydropool at huge discounts! Admission and Parking are FREE!!!!

This Sunday, March 16, come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beckwith Fire Department. A panel discussion will take place regarding the history of the Beckwith Fire Department and its development to date. Sponsored by the Beckwith Heritage Committee Light Refreshments Provided.

This is a great opportunity to appreciate those who have dedicated their lives to your safety. Come to the Beckwith Fire Hall at 1654 9th Line in Beckwith.

Doors open at 2pm.

For more information call 613-257-1539.

Please feel free to join the residents of Carleton Place Terrace for an afternoon spring themed party beginning at 2pm in our main lobby.

For more information call Liz Taylor at 613 253 7360.

On Tuesday, March 18, we’re having a men’s social. Please feel free to join the men of Carleton Place Terrace for an afternoon of socializing. The fun begins at 2 PM in our main lobby.

For more information call us at  613 257 7360.

See you there!

The Carleton Place Public Library presents “Mystic Drumz & the Legend of Marshmallow Island,” on Thursday, March 13th, at 10am at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium.

This will be a fun family event, full of world music and fascinating instruments.

Tickets are on sale now at the library for $3 each, and will be available at the door for $4 each.

Hurry, they’ll go fast!