The Hub August 2013 | Page 30

August 2013

ALL MONTH
Downtown Windsor Farmers ’ Market Charles Clark Square Every Saturday in summer 8 a . m . to 1 p . m . Live entertainment from local songwriters and musicians every week .
Amherstburg Farmers ’ Market The Little White Church County Rd . 20 at Howard Ave . Saturdays until August 31 8:30 a . m . to 1:30 p . m . Call 519-730-1309 or visit www . amherstburgfarmersmarket . com
Riverside Farmers ’ Market Riverside Sportsman Club Thursdays 3 p . m . to 7 p . m . Sundays 9 a . m . to 1p . m . Fresh local produce , fish , flowers , baked goods and all things delicious , combined with unique arts and crafts of all descriptions . Call 519-903-0318 for more details .
Ford City Market Sundays 10 a . m . to 2 p . m . 1168 Drouillard rd . Organic produce , artisan vendors , antiques & collectibles , live entertainment , fun activities . Visit www . fordcity . ca / events for details .
Art Cart Tours Odette Sculpture Garden Wednesday , Thursday , and Friday 4 p . m . to 7:30 p . m . Saturday , Sunday and holiday Mondays 11 a . m . to 5 p . m . Weather permitting all summer . Private tours are available . Call 519-253-1812 .
Willistead Manor Various dates throughout July 2 p . m . to 4 p . m . Summer tours . Visit www . friendsofwillistead . com or call 519-253-2365 to book your tour .
Sunsational Concert Series Every Sunday in August Robson Rd . Park , Leamington 4 p . m . to 5 p . m . Bring your lawn chairs and relax by the shores of Lake Erie . Different entertainers each week . Free to the public .
Pelee Island Music Series Every Sunday inAugust 6:30 p . m . to 9 p . m . An eclectic set of performances featuring artists from Windsor and Essex County . Performances end in time for daytrippers to catch the last ferry back to the mainland . BYOC ( bring your own chair !) For information call 519-254-8343 or visit www . pelee . org
Friday Night Patio Night Leamington Marina 7 p . m . to 9 p . m . Join us on the patio every Friday in August for live entertainment . A different musician will be featured each weekend . The Kinsmen staff will host a cash bar .
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Windsor Emancipation Day Celebration ... Riverfront Festival Plaza Enjoy live music , shows , delicious food , pageant , conference and a parade made up
Military Heritage Days Fort Malden Discover history as it comes to life . Experience tactical demonstrations , military encampments and unique children ’ s activities ! Visit pc . gc . ca / malden or call 519 736 5416 for more details . Runs through August 4 .
of vibrant costumes and colourful masqueraders . This annual four-day festival commemorates The Emancipation Act of 1833 that made Canada the final stop on the Underground Railroad to
Freedom . See you at the riverfront ! See details at emancipationday . ca Runs all weekend .
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Chili Cookoff Pelee Island 7 p . m . to midnight Now in the third year , teams compete for great prizes , the Official Chili Cup and the People ’ s Choice Award . Visit www . peleeislandmuseum . ca / events for more details .
2013 Essex County Plowing Match 1824 Lakeshore Rd . 215 More than 75 farmers will gather to show off their plowing prowess , some using traditional horse-drawn plows , others using modern tractors . Local 4H clubs will also be competing . Admission is FREE . Rain date August 10 .
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10th Annual Wheatley Idol Two Creeks Conservation Area Noon to 5 p . m . Presented by Wheatley Optimist Club . FREE admission , door prizes . Watch the contenders compete in front of a panel of
Celebrity Judges . FREE swag ! Food available by 1st Wheatley Scouts . Bring your lawn chairs & Idol cheers , and enjoy the show , rain or shine . Visit wheatleyidol . yolasite . com / for details .
Best in Belle River Concert Lakeview Park Amphitheatre 2 p . m . to 4 p . m . " Winston James " Weather permitting , free to all . Bring your lawn chairs .
30 The HUB - August 2013