BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:Perth &\; District Chamber of Commerce BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Historical Society Meeting January 18th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/perth-historical-society-m eeting-january-18th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1219-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/perth-historical-society-meetin g-january-18th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:January 18\, 2012 Perth Historical Society’\;s January mee ting will explore “\;The History and Programs of Murphy’\;s Point Park”\;\, with Tobi Kiesewalter\, the Park’\;s Natural History E ducation Leader. Come and hear the many stories for a range of interests ab out this beautiful area park –\; it’\;s geology\, natural resourc es\, and historical development –\; and\, now\, its [...] [by: admin] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth’\;s Winter Briday Show at Code’\;s Mill Inn\, Perth January 15th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/11/perths-winter-briday-show- at-codes-mill-inn-perth-january-15th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1245-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/11/perths-winter-briday-show-at-co des-mill-inn-perth-january-15th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Perth’s Winter Bridal Show taking place Janua ry 15th from 11am – 5pm. There will be Vendors Showcasing what they can o ffer couples to help make their Wedding dreams come ture. This is also a go od chance to ask questions. Admission is $3.00 and kids are Free Special Pe rformance from Kimberley Dunn\, [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120115T110000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120115T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Blue Wings honour Perth/Lanark Minor Hockey Atom A Boys who w on the Bell Capital Cup! Sunday\, Jan. 15th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/11/perth-blue-wings-honour-pe rthlanark-minor-hockey-atom-a-boys-who-won-the-bell-capital-cup-sunday-jan- 15th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1247-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/11/perth-blue-wings-honour-perthla nark-minor-hockey-atom-a-boys-who-won-the-bell-capital-cup-sunday-jan-15th- 2012/ DESCRIPTION:This coming Sunday the Perth Blue Wings are excited to honour o ur very own Perth/Lanark Minor Hockey Atom A Boys who won the Bell Capital Cup! A big thank you to our game day sponsors the Perth Veterinary Clinic a nd John Ervin Carpentry. Come out and support not on the Perth Blue Wings t his Sunday [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120115T133000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120115T133000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Robert Burns Night URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/16/robert-burns-night/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1257-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/16/robert-burns-night/ DESCRIPTION:Royal Canadian Legion Ladies’\; Auxiliary\, Branch 244\, P erth\, Robert Burns Night\, Jan. 21\, starting at 6:00pm in Legion Hall\, 2 6 Beckwith Street East\, Perth. Celebration of all things Scottish\, and ev eryone welcome. [by: admin] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120117 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Valentine’\;s Dinner Sunday\, Feb. 12\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/17/valentines-dinner-sunday-f eb-12-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1258-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/17/valentines-dinner-sunday-feb-12 -2012/ DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Feb. 12\, 4:30pm to 6:00pm\, Valentine’\;s Dinner at the Royal Canadian Legion\, 26 Beckwith St. E.\, Perth\, by the Ladies& #8217\; Auxiliary. Dinner includes ham\, beans\, scalloped potoaoes\, coles law\, dessert\, and tea or coffee. Advance tickets $10 in the Members’ \; Lounge\, $12 at the door\, or call Mae Craig\, 613-259-2257\; Dorothy Er win at 613-267-5640. Singles [...] [by: admin] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120118 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tay Valley Rocks! Outdoor Curling Bonspiel Jan. 21\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/13/outdoor-rink-curling-bonsp iel-in-tay-valley-jan-21-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1252-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/13/outdoor-rink-curling-bonspiel-i n-tay-valley-jan-21-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Tay Valley’s Recreation Working Group are looking for fun lov ing curlers to participate in our first ever Outdoor Rink Curling Bonspiel! ! This event which is planned for Saturday\, January 21st\, 2012\, 1pm – 4pm at Glen Tay School\, Harper Road\, is open to curlers of all ages and s kill levels and promises to be a [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120121T130000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120121T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Frosty Fling Winter Carnival –\; January 27\, 28\, 29\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/01/frosty-fling-winter-carniv al-january-27-28-29-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1142-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/01/frosty-fling-winter-carnival-ja nuary-27-28-29-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Frosty Fling Winter Carnival This annual family event features skating and costumes. Family outdoor activities on Sunday feature sleigh ri des in Lanark Village. Info: 613-259-3242 [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120130 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SKATE THE LAKE “\;8″\; in Portland\, JANUARY 28\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/13/skate-the-lake-8-in-portla nd-january-28-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1256-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/13/skate-the-lake-8-in-portland-ja nuary-28-2012/ DESCRIPTION:The eight International Big Rideau Lake Speed Skating Marathon -Skate the Lake –\; tentative schedule Friday Jan 27\, 2012 8 a.m. 2 p .m. ice prep 2 p.m. 4 p.m. Oval open for practice and referee inspection of the track. 2 p.m. 6 p.m. Pre registration and race kit pickup at registrat ion trailer Saturday Jan 28\, [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120129 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Valentine Gala Fundraiser Feb. 4\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/13/annual-valentine-gala-fund raiser-feb-4-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1254-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/13/annual-valentine-gala-fundraise r-feb-4-2012/ DESCRIPTION:You have a potential to make a difference! During March Break 2 012\, 10 students from St. John Catholic High School\, 1 student from St. L uke Catholic High School (this will be the first time participating) these students will be travelling to the Dominican Republic for an eye-opening ex perience that will expose us to a less [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120204T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120204T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Brothers Grimm: 200 Years and Counting Feb. 10\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/30/the-brothers-grimm-200-yea rs-and-counting-feb-10-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1267-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/30/the-brothers-grimm-200-years-an d-counting-feb-10-2012/ DESCRIPTION:The Brothers Grimm: 200 Years and Counting Feb. 10\, Full Circl e Teller Dale Jarvis\, and musician Delf Maria Hohmann bring their love of traditional songs and stories to this energetic celebration of the 200th an niversary of the publication of the Grimm Brothers renowned folk and fairy tale collection. This show tells the tales and songs [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120210T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120210T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Valentine’\;s Dinner Sunday\, Feb. 12\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/17/valentines-dinner-sunday-f eb-12-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1260-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/17/valentines-dinner-sunday-feb-12 -2012/ DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Feb. 12\, 4:30pm to 6:00pm\, Valentine’\;s Dinner at the Royal Canadian Legion\, 26 Beckwith St. E.\, Perth\, by the Ladies& #8217\; Auxiliary. Dinner includes ham\, beans\, scalloped potoaoes\, coles law\, dessert\, and tea or coffee. Advance tickets $10 in the Members’ \; Lounge\, $12 at the door\, or call Mae Craig\, 613-259-2257\; Dorothy Er win at 613-267-5640. Singles [...] [by: admin] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120212T163000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120212T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ontario Family Fishing Weekend February 18\, 19\, 20\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/01/ontario-family-fishing-wee kend-february-18-19-20-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1144-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/01/ontario-family-fishing-weekend- february-18-19-20-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Ontario Family Fishing Weekend During this weekend you can fish licence-free on any lake or river in Ontario. Info: 705-748-6324 or http:/ /www.familyfishingweekend.com/ [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Museum Mystery Gala Dinner February 25\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/01/18th-annual-heritage-week- gala-dinner-february-25-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1147-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/01/18th-annual-heritage-week-gala- dinner-february-25-2012/ DESCRIPTION:18th Annual Heritage Week Gala Dinner Guess Who’\;s Coming to Dinner? Sponsored by the Perth Museum. Code’s Mill. Coctails from 6:0 0 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Mystery Guests\, prize for best cos tume\, Black Tie optional\, unique auction items Tickets:  $70 ($40 tax re ceipt available). Info: 613-267-1947 or museum@perth.ca [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120225T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120225T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County is proud to present its 3 2nd Annual Tim Horton’s “Bowl for Kids Sake” February 25th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/11/big-brothers-big-sisters-o f-lanark-county-is-proud-to-present-its-32nd-annual-tim-horton%e2%80%99s-%e 2%80%9cbowl-for-kids-sake%e2%80%9d-february-25th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1249-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/11/big-brothers-big-sisters-of-lan ark-county-is-proud-to-present-its-32nd-annual-tim-horton%e2%80%99s-%e2%80% 9cbowl-for-kids-sake%e2%80%9d-february-25th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:We would like to extend an invitation for you to come join us o n this great day –\; full of fun\, games\, and laughter. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lanark County began in 1973 and has been providing mentoring programs to children throughout the county ever since. The community belie ves in what we’re doing and [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120226 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Studio Theatre and Stewart Park Festival presents Songs From th e Valley II Beginning Feb. 25\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/the-studio-theatre-and-ste wart-park-festival-presents-songs-from-the-valley-ii-the-claytones-feb-25-2 012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1136-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/the-studio-theatre-and-stewart- park-festival-presents-songs-from-the-valley-ii-the-claytones-feb-25-2012/ DESCRIPTION:  The Claytones February 25 at 8:00 pm The first concert in th e series presents the Claytones\, featuring Kelly Prescott (daughter of the legendary Tracey Brown and Randall Prescott)\, Anders Dreup and Adam Puddi ngton. This harmony-rich Ottawa Valley Country /Roots trio developed their musical camaraderie while performing in the successful theatrical productio n of Grievous Angel [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120225T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120225T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Studio Theatre presents Perth’s Got Talent IV March 3\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/studio-theatre-presents-pe rth%e2%80%99s-got-talent-iv-march-3-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1271-http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/studio-theatre-presents-perth%e 2%80%99s-got-talent-iv-march-3-2012/ DESCRIPTION:On March 3 at 7:00 p.m.\, the Studio Theatre presents its much- awaited Perth’s Got Talent IV\, the local talent showcase that\, for the past three years\, has been the hottest ticket in town. It has put some of our area’\;s best amateur and professional performers in the spotlight . Some of the entertainers who have been [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120303T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120303T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bird and Small Animal Auction March 18th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/bird-and-small-animal-auct ion-march-18th-2011/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1150-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/bird-and-small-animal-auction-m arch-18th-2011/ DESCRIPTION:Bird and Small Animal Auction Bring the whole family to the fai rgrounds in McDonald’s Corners and spend the day in the country. Info: 61 3-259-3172 (Cheryl McInnis) [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120319 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert- harling-march-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1276-http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert-harli ng-march-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 22\, 23\, 24\, 30\, 31 at 8:00pm March 25\, April 1 at 2:00pm Sometimes life catches you in curler s Steel Magnolias is the quintessential story of friendship and trust. It s erves up a Southern slice of life that’s as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie. In the world [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120322T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120324T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Performing Arts Committee presents…\;.David Myles Fri.\, March 23\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/06/03/perth-performing-arts-comm ittee-presents-david-myles-fri-march-23-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:790-http://perthchamber.com/2011/06/03/perth-performing-arts-committee- presents-david-myles-fri-march-23-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Perth Performing Arts Committee presents…\;David Myles Fri .\, March 23\, 2012 Mason Theatre at Perth &\; District Collegiate Insti tute\, Perth\, ON For more information: contact http://www.ticketsplease.ca /Tickets_Please.html or http://www.perthpac.org/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120323T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120323T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert- harling-march-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1278-http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert-harli ng-march-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 22\, 23\, 24\, 30\, 31 at 8:00pm March 25\, April 1 at 2:00pm Sometimes life catches you in curler s Steel Magnolias is the quintessential story of friendship and trust. It s erves up a Southern slice of life that’s as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie. In the world [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120325T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120325T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert- harling-march-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1277-http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert-harli ng-march-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 22\, 23\, 24\, 30\, 31 at 8:00pm March 25\, April 1 at 2:00pm Sometimes life catches you in curler s Steel Magnolias is the quintessential story of friendship and trust. It s erves up a Southern slice of life that’s as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie. In the world [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120330T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120331T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert- harling-march-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1279-http://perthchamber.com/2012/02/02/steel-magnolias-by-robert-harli ng-march-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling March 22\, 23\, 24\, 30\, 31 at 8:00pm March 25\, April 1 at 2:00pm Sometimes life catches you in curler s Steel Magnolias is the quintessential story of friendship and trust. It s erves up a Southern slice of life that’s as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie. In the world [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120401T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120401T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Studio Theatre and Stewart Park Festival presents Songs From th e Valley II Beginning Feb. 25\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/the-studio-theatre-and-ste wart-park-festival-presents-songs-from-the-valley-ii-the-claytones-feb-25-2 012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1137-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/the-studio-theatre-and-stewart- park-festival-presents-songs-from-the-valley-ii-the-claytones-feb-25-2012/ DESCRIPTION:  The Claytones February 25 at 8:00 pm The first concert in th e series presents the Claytones\, featuring Kelly Prescott (daughter of the legendary Tracey Brown and Randall Prescott)\, Anders Dreup and Adam Puddi ngton. This harmony-rich Ottawa Valley Country /Roots trio developed their musical camaraderie while performing in the successful theatrical productio n of Grievous Angel [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120407T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120407T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Performing Arts Committee presents…\;.Lunch at AllenR 17\;s Fri.\, April 13\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/06/03/perth-performing-arts-comm ittee-presents-lunch-at-allens-fri-april-13-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:792-http://perthchamber.com/2011/06/03/perth-performing-arts-committee- presents-lunch-at-allens-fri-april-13-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Perth Performing Arts Committee presents…\;Lunch at Allen& #8217\;s Fri.\, April 13\, 2012 at 8 p.m. Mason Theatre at Perth &\; Dis trict Collegiate Institute\, Perth\, ON For more information: contact http: //www.ticketsplease.ca/Tickets_Please.htmlor http://www.perthpac.org/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120413T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120413T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lanark/Perth Gun\, Hunting &\; Sportsman Show April 21st & \; 22nd\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/30/lanarkperth-gun-hunting-sp ortsman-show-april-21st-22nd-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1264-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/30/lanarkperth-gun-hunting-sportsm an-show-april-21st-22nd-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Location:  Lanark Community Centre 67 Princess Street\, Lanark \, Ontario  \; When:  Saturday\, April 21st 9 –\; 4 Sunday\, Apri l 22nd 9 –\; 3 Admission $6.00 Vendor Inquiries call: Jeff at 905-623- 1778 Buy/Sell/Trade New/Used/ Collectables Tables available –\; $43/we ekend Military Items\, knives\, gun parts\, archery ammunition\, fishing ta ckle &\; equipment\, antique &\; modern firearms\, hunting\, clothing [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120421T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120421T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lanark/Perth Gun\, Hunting &\; Sportsman Show April 21st & \; 22nd\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/30/lanarkperth-gun-hunting-sp ortsman-show-april-21st-22nd-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1265-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/30/lanarkperth-gun-hunting-sportsm an-show-april-21st-22nd-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Location:  Lanark Community Centre 67 Princess Street\, Lanark \, Ontario  \; When:  Saturday\, April 21st 9 –\; 4 Sunday\, Apri l 22nd 9 –\; 3 Admission $6.00 Vendor Inquiries call: Jeff at 905-623- 1778 Buy/Sell/Trade New/Used/ Collectables Tables available –\; $43/we ekend Military Items\, knives\, gun parts\, archery ammunition\, fishing ta ckle &\; equipment\, antique &\; modern firearms\, hunting\, clothing [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120422T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120422T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downtown Perth! 36th Annual Festival of the Maples Saturday\, April 28th 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/10/26/downtown-perth-36th-annual -festival-of-the-maples-saturday-april-28th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1044-http://perthchamber.com/2011/10/26/downtown-perth-36th-annual-fest ival-of-the-maples-saturday-april-28th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:DOWNTOWN PERTH Saturday\, April 28th\, 2012 Testimonial “ \;My wife and I have been attending the Festival of the Maples for several years. We attend many festivals in various towns across Ontario each year\, but we always make sure to make time to come to Perth each year for the Fe stival of the Maples. It is\, [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120428T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120428T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guided Tours at Perth Museum Saturday April 28th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/guided-tours-at-perth-muse um-saturday-april-28th-2011/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1152-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/guided-tours-at-perth-museum-sa turday-april-28th-2011/ DESCRIPTION:Visit the Perth Museum for guided tours and special demonstrati ons in conjunction with the Festival of the Maples in downtown Perth from 1 0 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: 613-267-1947 or perthmuseum@town.perth.on.ca [by: ca rol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120428T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120428T090000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Studio Theatre and Stewart Park Festival presents Songs From th e Valley II Beginning Feb. 25\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/the-studio-theatre-and-ste wart-park-festival-presents-songs-from-the-valley-ii-the-claytones-feb-25-2 012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1138-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/the-studio-theatre-and-stewart- park-festival-presents-songs-from-the-valley-ii-the-claytones-feb-25-2012/ DESCRIPTION:  The Claytones February 25 at 8:00 pm The first concert in th e series presents the Claytones\, featuring Kelly Prescott (daughter of the legendary Tracey Brown and Randall Prescott)\, Anders Dreup and Adam Puddi ngton. This harmony-rich Ottawa Valley Country /Roots trio developed their musical camaraderie while performing in the successful theatrical productio n of Grievous Angel [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120512T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120512T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tay/Rideau Canal Locks Open May 18th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/tayrideau-canal-locks-open -may-18th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1158-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/tayrideau-canal-locks-open-may- 18th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Tay/Rideau Canal and Locks open The season for boating enthusia sts begins. Info: 613-283-5170 [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120518T080000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120518T080000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Brooke Valley Spring Tour May 19\, 20\, 21\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/brooke-valley-spring-tour- may-19-20-21-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1160-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/brooke-valley-spring-tour-may-1 9-20-21-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Brooke Valley Spring Tour 10a.m. to 5p.m. Featuring multiple me dia\, free chamber music and studios in a beautiful setting. Enjoy a wonder ful ethnic food lunch! This is a compact tour with artists concentrated in three locations. Info: 613-267-5918 or http://www.brookevalleyspringtour.ca / [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120519T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120519T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Civitan Classic Cruisers May 21 to September 10\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/civitan-classic-cruisers-m ay-21-to-september-10-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1162-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/civitan-classic-cruisers-may-21 -to-september-10-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Antique and classic automobile club meets Monday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Perth Civitan Parking lot on Cty. Rd. 43. Bring your class ic car and/or come out to see the cars on display. Info: 613-267-7784 (Mike Alberty) [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Farmers’ Market Spring to Fall 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-farmers%e2%80%99-mar ket-spring-to-fall-2011/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1156-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-farmers%e2%80%99-market-s pring-to-fall-2011/ DESCRIPTION:Located at the Tay Basin (Crystal Palace) the Farmers’ Market vendors showcase their items for sale\, including a wide range of produce \, organic foods and baked goods. You can also find eggs and meat. The mark et is open each Saturday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Don’t forget to check o ut the Market Café and [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120521T090000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Cycle June 9\, 10 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/rideau-lakes-cycle-june-9- 10-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1164-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/rideau-lakes-cycle-june-9-10-20 12/ DESCRIPTION:From Ottawa to Kingston and back\, cyclists hit the road for th is 41st annual weekend event. They make a pit stop in Perth for lunch. Info : http://www.ottawabicycleclub.ca/rlct [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120609T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120610T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Citizens’ Band Summer Concert June 14\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-citizens%e2%80%99-ba nd-summer-concert-june-14-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1166-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-citizens%e2%80%99-band-su mmer-concert-june-14-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a performance by the Perth Citizen s’ Band at 7:30 p.m. This is the first in a series of concerts presented during the summer on the bandstand behind the Perth Town Hall. Info: http:/ /www.perthband.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120614T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120614T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:16th Annual Art in the Garden June 16\, 17\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/16th-annual-art-in-the-jun e-16-17-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1170-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/16th-annual-art-in-the-june-16- 17-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Kiwi Gardens\, located just west of Perth on Harper Road. Vario us artists show off their art for the garden. Info: 613-267-7384 or http:// www.kiwigardens.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120616T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120617T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:17th Annual Perth Kidfish June 16\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/17th-annual-perth-kidfish- june-16-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1168-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/17th-annual-perth-kidfish-june- 16-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Free event open to youngsters ages two to 15. Each participant receives a prize and a free lunch. At the Tay Basin between Beckwith and Go re streets from 9 a.m. until noon . Boats not permitted. Registration and w eigh-in at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244 (26 Beckwith St. E.). Info: 613-259-5465 (Dan Sisty) or [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120616T090000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120616T090000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Horse and Pony Pull June 17\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/horse-and-pony-pull-june-1 7-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1172-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/horse-and-pony-pull-june-17-201 2/ DESCRIPTION:McDonalds Corners Agricultural Hall. Pull starts at 10a.m. Roas t Beef Dinner at 5p.m. [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120617T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120617T100000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Kilt Run June 23\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-kilt-run-june-23-201 2/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1174-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-kilt-run-june-23-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Wear an authentic kilt and run in the 3rd edition of this popul ar five-mile race through Perth. Start time is 6 p.m. Info: 613-264-8904 or http://www.perthkiltrun.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120623T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120623T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Strawberry Social and Perth Citizens’ Band Concert June 28\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/strawberry-social-and-pert h-citizens%e2%80%99-band-concert-june-28-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1176-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/strawberry-social-and-perth-cit izens%e2%80%99-band-concert-june-28-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this strawberry social and concert at Stewart Park. Hoste d by the Rotary Club\, starting at 7 p.m. at the bandstand behind Town Hall . Info: http://www.perthband.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120628T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120628T190000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:14th Annual Rideau Lakes Studio and Garden Tour June 30th and July 1st\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/11/01/14th-annual-rideau-lakes-s tudio-and-garden-tour-june-30th-and-july-1st-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1049-http://perthchamber.com/2011/11/01/14th-annual-rideau-lakes-studio -and-garden-tour-june-30th-and-july-1st-2012/ DESCRIPTION:While exploring the historic Rideau Canal\, a Unesco World Heri tage Site\, take in the fourteenth annual Rideau Lakes Studio and Garden To ur on Saturday\, June 30th and Sunday\, July s1st The tour features decorat ive painting\, hand woven and quilted items\, pottery\, china painting\, de corative stone work\, woodworking and exciting paintings in watercolour\, o il and acrylic. [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120630T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120701T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth’s Canada Day Celebrations July 1st\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth%e2%80%99s-canada-day -celebrations-july-1st-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1178-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth%e2%80%99s-canada-day-cele brations-july-1st-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the country’s birthday at Conlon Farm. Children’s activities will take place throughout the day and enjoy a barbecue. Firewo rks after dusk. Info: 613-267-3311 [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120701T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120701T100000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lanark Highlands’ Canada Day Celebrations July 1st\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/lanark-highlands%e2%80%99- canada-day-celebrations-july-1st-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1180-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/lanark-highlands%e2%80%99-canad a-day-celebrations-july-1st-2012/ DESCRIPTION:July 1 Visit the Clyde Memorial Ball Park in Lanark Village and take part in the Canada Day celebrations. Info: 613-259-2226 (Maureen Lewi s) [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120701T120000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120701T120000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ontario Family Fishing Week July 7 to 15\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/ontario-family-fishing-wee k-july-7-to-15-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1184-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/ontario-family-fishing-week-jul y-7-to-15-2012/ DESCRIPTION:During this week you can fish licence free on any lake or river in Ontario. Info: 705-748-6324 or www.familyfishingweekend.com [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120707T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120707T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:26th Annual Perth Antique Show July 7\, 8\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/26th-annual-perth-antique- show-july-7-8-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1182-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/26th-annual-perth-antique-show- july-7-8-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Perth Royal Canadian Legi on (26 Beckwith St. E.) inside and along the Tay Canal. Dealers displaying china\, glass\, silver\, textiles\, jewellery\, brass\, tools\, furniture \, folk art and decorative accessories and popular retro and nostalgia and collectibles in an air conditioned environment.  Admission is $7 both days .  Rain [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120707T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120708T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Artists’\; Association’\;s Second Annual  220\;Art in the Barn”\; July 7th 8th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/11/01/rideau-lakes-artists-assoc iations-second-annual-art-in-the-barn-july-7th-8th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1047-http://perthchamber.com/2011/11/01/rideau-lakes-artists-associatio ns-second-annual-art-in-the-barn-july-7th-8th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association invites the public to its s econd annual ART IN THE BARN (formerly Perth Art on the Lawn) on July 7th a nd 8th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The sale will be held at the Lombardy Agri cultural Society Hall located south of Smiths Falls on Highway 15 at Kelly Road and [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120707T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120708T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Mica Festival – Spirit Walks July 13\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/heritage-mica-festival-%e2 %80%93-spirit-walks-july-13-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1186-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/heritage-mica-festival-%e2%80%9 3-spirit-walks-july-13-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Meet character actors from the past during our Spirit Walks alo ng the Silver Queen Mine trail at Murphys Point Provincial Park at 7 and 9 p.m. Includes a visit in the underground mine and the miners’ bunkhouse. Pre-registration required. Info: 613-267-5340 or http://www.friendsofmurphy spoint.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120713T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120713T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Classic Theatre Festival presents…\;”\;Two for the Seesaw ”\; by William Gibson July 13 to Aug 5\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/classic-theatre-festival-p resents-two-for-the-seesaw-by-william-gibson-july-13-to-aug-5-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1111-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/classic-theatre-festival-presen ts-two-for-the-seesaw-by-william-gibson-july-13-to-aug-5-2012/ DESCRIPTION:July 13 to August 5\, 2012 A quirky\, comic love story by Willi am Gibson Two for the Seesaw by William Gibson (author of The Miracle Worke r\, the story of Helen Keller) is a quirky romantic comedy of two lost soul s finding each other in late 1950s New York City. Bristling with snappy dia logue\, with a [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120713T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120805T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stewart Park Festival July 20\, 21\, 22\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/stewart-park-festival-july -20-21-22-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1188-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/stewart-park-festival-july-20-2 1-22-2012/ DESCRIPTION:This outdoor music festival is a summer favourite. Set in the b eautiful park on the Tay River \, there are more than 30 free\, live concer ts. The festival features a variety of musical styles\, including folk\, fu nk and jazz. The weekend includes concerts as well as workshops\, children s activities and an after-hours pub crawl. Info: [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120720T120000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120722T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Mica Festival —\; Lally Heritage Day and Local Market July 21\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/heritage-mica-festival-lal ly-heritage-day-and-local-market-july-21-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1190-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/heritage-mica-festival-lally-he ritage-day-and-local-market-july-21-2012/ DESCRIPTION:At the Lally Homestead\, Murphys Point Provincial Park\, 10 a.m . to 3 p.m. Learn about life in the early 1900s through costumed interprete rs\, historical displays\, music and story-telling\, children’s games\, c ultural hikes\, showcase and market of traditional hand-made products\, sub sistence farming and homestead lunch. Info: 613-267-5340 or http://friendso fmurphyspoint.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120721T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120721T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Citizen’\;s Band July 26th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-citizens-bank-july-2 6th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1192-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/04/perth-citizens-bank-july-26th-2 012/ DESCRIPTION:Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a performance by the Perth Citzens ’ Band at 7:30 p.m.at the bandstand behind the Perth Town Hall. http://ww w.perthband.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120726T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120726T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Mica Festival – Lally Heritage Day and Local Market Augu st 4\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/heritage-mica-festival-%e2 %80%93-lally-heritage-day-and-local-market-august-4-2011/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1194-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/heritage-mica-festival-%e2%80%9 3-lally-heritage-day-and-local-market-august-4-2011/ DESCRIPTION:At the Lally Homestead\, Murphys Point Provincial Park\, 10 a.m . to 3 p.m. Learn about life in the early 1900s through costumed interprete rs\, historical displays\, music and story-telling\, children’s games\, c ultural hikes\, showcase and market of traditional hand-made products\, sub sistence farming and homestead lunch. Info: 613-267-5340 or http://friendso fmurphyspoint.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120804T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120804T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series August 9\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/summer-concert-series-augu st-9-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1196-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/summer-concert-series-august-9- 2012/ DESCRIPTION:Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a performance by the Perth Citzens ’ Band at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand behind the Perth Town Hall. Info: ht tp://www.perthband.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120809T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120809T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Classic Theatre presents…\;”\;Mary\, Mary”\; by Jean Kerr\, Aug. 10 to September 2\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/classic-theatre-presents-m ary-mary-by-jean-kerr-10-to-september-2-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1113-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/classic-theatre-presents-mary-m ary-by-jean-kerr-10-to-september-2-2012/ DESCRIPTION:August 10 to September 2\, 2012 A comedy of second chances by J ean Kerr Mary\, Mary by Jean Kerr (who also penned the beloved bestselling satire on suburban life\, Please Don’\;t Eat the Daisies) is the 8th-l ongest running play in Broadway history. With witty dialogue that sparkles and characters you’d gladly invite over for dinner\, [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120810T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120902T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:15th Annual Perth Garlic Festival August 11\, 12\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/15th-annual-perth-garlic-f estival-august-11-12-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1200-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/15th-annual-perth-garlic-festiv al-august-11-12-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Awaken your taste buds at this festival that includes vendors\, contests and children’s activities. Perth Fairgrounds. Admission is $5 a nd children under 12 free. Info: 1-877-268-2833 or 613-267-5322 or http://w ww.perthgarlicfestival.com/ [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120813 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Mica Festival – Open House Mine Tour and Miner’s Lunch at the Bunkhouse August 11\,2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/heritage-mica-festival-%e2 %80%93-open-house-mine-tour-and-miner%e2%80%99s-lunch-at-the-bunkhouse-augu st-112012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1198-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/heritage-mica-festival-%e2%80%9 3-open-house-mine-tour-and-miner%e2%80%99s-lunch-at-the-bunkhouse-august-11 2012/ DESCRIPTION:Murphys Point Provincial Park. Trace the miners’ footsteps fr om 1903 along the Silver Queen Mine Trail. Don a hard hat and enter the und erground mine. Meet costumed interpreters and character actors. Then visit the miners’ bunkhouse to enjoy a miners’ lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ( fee for lunch). Info: 613-267-5340 or http://friendsofmurphyspoint.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120811T110000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120811T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series August 23\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/summer-concert-series-augu st-23-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1202-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/summer-concert-series-august-23 -2012/ DESCRIPTION:Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a performance by the Perth Citzens ’ Band at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand behind the Perth Town Hall. Info: ht tp://www.perthband.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120823T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120823T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association presents its 18th annual August Show Aug. 24\, 25\, 26\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80 %99-association-presents-its-18th-annual-august-show-aug-24-25-26-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1117-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80%99-a ssociation-presents-its-18th-annual-august-show-aug-24-25-26-2012/ DESCRIPTION:AUGUST SHOW Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association presents its 18 th annual August Show and Sale in Westport. Original watercolour\, oil and acrylic paintings will be on display at the Westport United Church\, corner of Spring and Church Streets\, on Friday August 24\, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.\, Sa turday\, August 25th\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120824T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120824T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Mica Festival – Spirit Walks August 24\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/heritage-mica-festival-%e2 %80%93-spirit-walks-august-24-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1204-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/heritage-mica-festival-%e2%80%9 3-spirit-walks-august-24-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Meet character actors from the past during our Spirit Walks alo ng the Silver Queen Mine trail at Murphys Point Provincial Park at 7 and 9 p.m. Includes a visit in the underground mine and the miners’ bunkhouse. Pre-registration required. Info: 613-267-5340 or http://friendsofmurphyspoi nt.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120824T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120824T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Maberly Fair August 25\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/maberly-fair-august-25-201 2/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1206-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/maberly-fair-august-25-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Maberly Agricultural Society hosts its 130th fall fair at the f airgrounds. Info: http://www.maberlyagsociety.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120826 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association presents its 18th annual August Show Aug. 24\, 25\, 26\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80 %99-association-presents-its-18th-annual-august-show-aug-24-25-26-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1118-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80%99-a ssociation-presents-its-18th-annual-august-show-aug-24-25-26-2012/ DESCRIPTION:AUGUST SHOW Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association presents its 18 th annual August Show and Sale in Westport. Original watercolour\, oil and acrylic paintings will be on display at the Westport United Church\, corner of Spring and Church Streets\, on Friday August 24\, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.\, Sa turday\, August 25th\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120825T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120825T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association presents its 18th annual August Show Aug. 24\, 25\, 26\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80 %99-association-presents-its-18th-annual-august-show-aug-24-25-26-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1119-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80%99-a ssociation-presents-its-18th-annual-august-show-aug-24-25-26-2012/ DESCRIPTION:AUGUST SHOW Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association presents its 18 th annual August Show and Sale in Westport. Original watercolour\, oil and acrylic paintings will be on display at the Westport United Church\, corner of Spring and Church Streets\, on Friday August 24\, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.\, Sa turday\, August 25th\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120827T120000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120827T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:105th Annual Glen Tay Block Race August 30\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/105th-annual-glen-tay-bloc k-race-august-30-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1208-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/105th-annual-glen-tay-block-rac e-august-30-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Starting in Downtown Perth\, this is a traditional favourite an d many athletes return each year to participate in the 14.7-kilometre road race. It starts and finishes at the Perth Museum on Gore Street and begins at 6 p.m. Info: 613-283-0824 (Tom Graham) [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120830T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120830T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:105th Annual Glen Tay Block Race August 30\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/105th-annual-glen-tay-bloc k-race-august-30-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1210-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/105th-annual-glen-tay-block-rac e-august-30-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Starting in Downtown Perth\, this is a traditional favourite an d many athletes return each year to participate in the 14.7-kilometre road race. It starts and finishes at the Perth Museum on Gore Street and begins at 6 p.m. Info: 613-283-0824 (Tom Graham) [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120830T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120830T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:167th Perth Fair August 31\, September 1\, 2\, 3\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/167th-perth-fair-august-31 -september-1-2-3-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1214-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/167th-perth-fair-august-31-sept ember-1-2-3-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Opening parade\, grandstand shows\, horse and cattle shows\, st eer and lamb auction\, midway and many other activities. Info: 613-267-4104 or http://www.perthfair.com/ [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120831 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120904 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Fair Parade August 31\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/perth-fair-parade-august-3 1-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1218-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/05/perth-fair-parade-august-31-201 2/ DESCRIPTION:Step-off time at 6:30 p.m. and the parade makes its way through town to the fairgrounds. Perth Citizens’ Band performs [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120831T183000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120831T183000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:20th Annual Inroads Studio Tour September 1\, 2\, 3\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/20th-annual-inroads-studio -tour-september-1-2-3-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1223-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/20th-annual-inroads-studio-tour -september-1-2-3-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Journey through the Land O’Lakes and Lanark Highlands tourist regions and enjoy the diverse talents of local artists and artisans. Featu res pottery\, jewelry\, batik\, photography\, woodturning\, stained glass a nd more. The event runs from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. Brochures with map available throughout the region. Info: 613-335-2073 or http://www.inroa dstour.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120901T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120903T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heritage Mica Festival – Open House Mine Tour and Miner’s Lunch at the Bunkhouse Sept. 1\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/heritage-mica-festival-%e2 %80%93-open-house-mine-tour-and-miner%e2%80%99s-lunch-at-the-bunkhouse-sept -1-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1221-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/heritage-mica-festival-%e2%80%9 3-open-house-mine-tour-and-miner%e2%80%99s-lunch-at-the-bunkhouse-sept-1-20 12/ DESCRIPTION:Heritage Mica Festival – Open House Mine Tour and Miner’s L unch at the Bunkhouse Murphys Point Provincial Park. Trace the miners’ fo otsteps from 1903 along the Silver Queen Mine Trail. Don a hard hat and ent er the underground mine. Meet costumed interpreters and character actors. T hen visit the miners’ bunkhouse to enjoy a miners’ lunch [...] [by: car ol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120901T110000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120901T140000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Middleville Agricultural Fair September 15\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/middleville-agricultural-f air-september-15-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1225-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/middleville-agricultural-fair-s eptember-15-2012/ DESCRIPTION:At the quaint Middleville fairgrounds enjoy terrific home-style meals\, children’s games and displays\, watch the livestock judging or h orse shows. Info: 613-259-3028 (Bob McKay) [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120916 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Fair September 29\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/mcdonald%e2%80%99s-corners -agricultural-fair-september-29-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1227-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/mcdonald%e2%80%99s-corners-agri cultural-fair-september-29-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Take the family to the annual fair and enjoy some home-style me als\, children’s games and more at the McDonald’s Corners fairgrounds. Turkey dinner served 4 to 6 p.m. Info: 613-259-3172 [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120930 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scarlet Colours in the Highlands September 30 to October 14\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/scarlet-colours-in-the-hig hlands-september-30-to-october-14-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1229-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/scarlet-colours-in-the-highland s-september-30-to-october-14-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Lanark Village &\; Highlands. Info: 613-259-2398 or http://w ww.lanarkhighlands.ca/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120930T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121014T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:16th Crown and Pumpkin Tour October 6\, 7\, 8\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/16th-crown-and-pumpkin-tou r-october-6-7-8-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1233-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/16th-crown-and-pumpkin-tour-oct ober-6-7-8-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Artistically diverse art tour with stops in northern Lanark Hig hlands. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Refreshments available. Info: 613-256-3 647 or http://www.crownandpumpkin.com/ [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121007 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Perth Autumn Studio Tour October 6\, 7\, 8\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/perth-autumn-studio-tour-o ctober-6-7-8-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1231-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/perth-autumn-studio-tour-octobe r-6-7-8-2012/ DESCRIPTION:This tour is a wonderful showcase for contemporary art and craf t\, and the drive to the various locations is beautiful with the autumn col ours at their brightest. Open each day from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Info: http ://www.perthstudiotour.com/ [by: carol] TRANSP:TRANSPARENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121009 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Closing of the Tay/Rideau Canal and Locks October 13\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/closing-of-the-tayrideau-c anal-and-locks-october-13-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1235-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/closing-of-the-tayrideau-canal- and-locks-october-13-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Navigation closes for the boating season. Info: 613-283-5170 [b y: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121013T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121013T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association Fall Show Saturday\, October 20 th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80 %99-association-fall-show-saturday-october-20th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1122-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80%99-a ssociation-fall-show-saturday-october-20th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:OCTOBER SHOW Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association will be presen ting a its fall show on a new date this year \, Saturday\, October 20th fro m 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday\, October 21st from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the North Crosby Community Centre\, 875 8th Concession Rd\, North Crosby (south on C.R. 10 from [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121020T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121020T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bird and Small Animal Auction October 21\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/bird-and-small-animal-auct ion-october-21-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1237-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/bird-and-small-animal-auction-o ctober-21-2012/ DESCRIPTION:This unique event takes place at the fairgrounds in McDonald’ s Corners. Bring the whole family and spend the day in the country. Info: 6 13-259-3172 (Cheryl McInnis) [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121021T020000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121021T020000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association Fall Show Saturday\, October 20 th\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80 %99-association-fall-show-saturday-october-20th-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1123-http://perthchamber.com/2011/12/08/rideau-lakes-artists%e2%80%99-a ssociation-fall-show-saturday-october-20th-2012/ DESCRIPTION:OCTOBER SHOW Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association will be presen ting a its fall show on a new date this year \, Saturday\, October 20th fro m 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday\, October 21st from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the North Crosby Community Centre\, 875 8th Concession Rd\, North Crosby (south on C.R. 10 from [...] [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121021T120000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121021T160000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Yuletide Fair November 3\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/yuletide-fair-november-3-2 012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1239-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/yuletide-fair-november-3-2012/ DESCRIPTION:Start your Christmas shopping early at this annual event at St. Paul’s United Church \, 25 Gore St. E. Includes a bake table\, crafts\, jewelry and more from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Enjoy a delicious lunch from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121103T110000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121103T130000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Christmas Fair November 24\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/christmas-fair-november-24 -2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1241-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/christmas-fair-november-24-2012 / DESCRIPTION:Fine arts and craft show from 10 a.m to 5 p.m at the MERA Schoo lhouse\, McDonald’s Corners. Visit us and discover some great Christmas g ifts. Info: http://www.meraschoolhouse.org/ [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121124T100000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121124T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Santa Claus Parade December 1\, 2012 URL;VALUE=URI:http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/santa-claus-parade-decembe r-1-2012/ SEQUENCE:1 UID:1243-http://perthchamber.com/2012/01/09/santa-claus-parade-december-1-2 012/ DESCRIPTION:The evening parade is set to begin at 5 p.m. Call to help\, par ticipate or for information. Info: 613-264-0123 (Sheri Mahon-Fournier) [by: carol] TRANSP:OPAQUE DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121201T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121201T170000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR