The Sojourner

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The Traveller’s Guide to Discovering The Treasures of Prince Edward County & Surrounding Areas ART • DINING • EVENTS • HISTORY • SHOPS • WINERIES & MORE

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5 Featured Antique Dealer 6 Artists & Artisans 17 Featured Artist 18 Native Artists 29 Featured Art Gallery 32 Art Galleries 34 Beauty, Health & Wellness 37 Boutiques & Specialty Shops 43 Featured Retailer 44 County Events 59 Feature Event 60 Dining 71 History & Museums 89 County Produce 95 Breweries & Wineries 105 Nature & Attractions 125 Golf • Sports & Recreation 131 Services 139 Antiques

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For 18 years, The Sojourner Guide has ­only been available in County ­ accommodation venues assisting hosts in ­ensuring that their guests have the best in-depth ­information ­available regarding what The County has to offer from dining to events, and everything in between. Today, The Sojourner is readily available to day travellers and residents via on-line as well as an i­nteractive FREE APP, with extra i­­nformation, on Apple iTunes. Just key in “PEC Sojourner” on the Search Bar. Please know that this Guide could not be achieved ­without the ­ongoing s­ upport of the many ­wonderful a­ nd ­valued ­businesses found within these pages. These ­businesses want to make you aware of all that they offer for you to enjoy. They sincerely care that you leave with the best possible m ­ emories of your sojourn to b­ eautiful Prince Edward County; therefore, please take time to let them know that their efforts are appreciated.

I, in turn, ­sincerely hope that The Sojourner will assist you in ­guiding you to The County’s many ­wonderful t­reasures. Whether it is a great work of art, a ­fabulous bottle of wine, a ­sumptuous dinner, a ­basket of fresh produce, a fun event, a ­history tour or simply a ­memorable time spent with family and friends, we hope that The County’s many treasures will have you coming back time and again to discover more.

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Prince Edward County and its surrounding areas is to experience its magic!

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A World of the Eclectic, the odd, & things that simply make you go “hMMMM....”

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n order to open an antique shop, one needs to have an ­appreciation of history, craftsmanship, a keen eye for the exceptional or the interesting as well as a great love for the various lifestyle trends that have existed from one generation to another. In fact, to be considered an authentic antique, an item has to be at least 100 years old. Although our average life span is getting longer, it is rare to find a lot of people who are 100 years or older. As a result, to find an item that someone has owned for 100 years who is still alive would be even rarer still; consequently, antiques, whether you like it or not, are “dead people’s stuff”.

So what could be more apropos than an antique shop called “Dead People’s Stuff”? It is exactly what the fun loving Sue Hierlihy named her antique shop. After all, for the most part, that is what you will find in the shop containing all things “old”... fabulous treasures that once belonged to those who no longer walk this earth.

Although the name may have been Sue Hierlihy’s wicked sense of humour at work, Dead People’s Stuff is really a collaborative effort including not only Sue but also her husband Terry and his brother Doug who between them bring great things to light up our lives with fabulous finds.

It all started over 15 years ago when Sue and Terry started selling at the old Stittsville Flea Market every Sunday after spending Saturdays at local auctions in the Ottawa Valley.

388 Main Street BLOOMFIELD 613.393.3193 www.deadpeoplesstuff.ca

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f e at u r e a n t i q u e d e a l e r - d e a d p e o p l e ’ s s t u f f Not to be forgotten is Terry’s brother Doug, “the tool man” as they like to call him. Although Terry himself is extremely handy around the house with his own tools doing repairs, building renos and more, it is Doug who provides the shop with beautifully refurbished vintage tools and other “mantiques” that you will see at Dead People’s Stuff.

From the moment you step out of your vehicle, you will find not only fabulous antique treasures but also “a world” of the eclectic, the odd and things that simply make you go “hmmmm, I wonder what this was used for?”.

Within their two storey, restored 19th century carriage house, you will find a mix of country pine furniture, both painted and refinished, cottage décor, vintage tools, treasures for the garden, kitchen benches, bedroom pieces, trunk, boxes, chairs, linens, lighting as well as an ever-changing assortment of other desirables, oddities and eclectics. Every once and a while, they will have an awesome walnut table, oak sideboard, etc. that they simply could no leave behind only simply because they want to help them to find new homes, too. With their Mantique Room filled with “guy stuff” like 60s rock and roll albums and Doug’s treasury of “finds” for the men, a visit to Dead People’s Stuff is a total family affair where both young and old, male or female, can enjoy the experience of browsing and shopping for whatever catches one’s eye and walk away with some “Dead People’s Stuff”!

388 Main Street BLOOMFIELD

Thus began their years of travelling from one antique show to another across Ontario. Eventually, the glow of their travelling antique sales business dimmed as their backs got older and their enthusiasm for packing, lifting, lugging and driving diminished; however, their passion for finding treasures from our past never did. As it was, circumstances changed in Terry and Sue’s life and they made the move to a bricks and mortar shop on their property in Prince Edward County in 2005.

Today, Sue is the chief buyer. Now, Terry, with his own sense of delightful humour might quip that women seem to be natural born “buyers”, which is probably why he leaves the task to Sue’s expertise. Terry, himself, is the passionate salesman allowing Sue to continue on finding treasures to buy only for him to sell.

One could say that it is the perfect marriage considering how smoothly Terry handles Sue’s penchant for antique hunting. What better arrangement that Sue shopping for whatever catches her fancy and Terry selling off whatever she buys! In all seriousness, though, Sue is simply finding past treasures new homes where they will be loved and appreciated for their intrinsic beauty and historic or nostalgic value - in some small way, keeping history alive in our everyday world.

Inside Dead People’s Stuff Mantique Room

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Antique Events June 20th - 22nd 50th PEC Annual Antique Show & Sale Picton Fairgrounds August 9th & 10th 26th ODESSA Antique Show & Sale Odessa Fairgrounds September 12th-14th PEC Fall Antique Show & Sale Crystal Palace at Picton Fairgrounds

“I collect antiques. Why? Because they’re beautiful.”

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ntique hunting is a passion for some and obsession for others.

For those with an obsession, they open fabulous antique shops for those with whom they can share the passion for all that is vintage.

What it comes down to, antiques are for those who appreciate the character, craftsmanship, the historic relevance and the charm of items from days gone by as they are part of all our past and been elements that have forged the future.

Whether it is a simplistic piece of Canadiana crafted by early pioneers or an intricately carved one brought across the ocean by immigrants bringing their few cherished treasures to remind them of their own special ancestral roots in Europe, they have weathered the times to still add beauty and memories to our everyday world. Some items have fared better than others but there always seems to be someone with that special passion who lovingly restores them and breathes new life into the old.

When it comes to antique hunting in Prince Edward County or its surrounding area, you will find special shops that have a wealth of treasures for avid antique lovers to enjoy exploring, especially considering its rich history. For those of you who are into collecting specific items, The County’s intriguing antique shops offer collectibles, ephemera, jewellery, and more along with a unique blend of primitive, early Canadiana as well as fine European antique furnishings. With a growing movement to re-furbish quality antiques as shows like Candice Tells All, Property Guys. etc, you will definitely find some great antiques to restore or simply leave as it “telling” their own story of how they have survived the years.

If you are a seasoned antique hunter, a trend-setter or ­simply someone who enjoys seeing unique items from the past because of a sense of nostalgia, they you will discover the following places like The Sword Antiques, Tee Pee Trading & Pat’s Antiques, Jim and Dave’s Antiques, Karen Brown’s Antiques, Hillier House, Frugal & Company, Butler Antiques, Dead People’s Stuff, and more await the pleasure of seeing you where you can learn a little or a lot about the story behind the various treasures from their friendly proprietors.

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antiques The Sword Antiques Man-style Antiques Too!

The Sword Antiques resides in a building renowned in the area for the Creole and Cajun food once served in a restaurant of the same name.

It opened up its doors over fifteen years ago and it has been going through a constant evolution ever since.

Here, you will find an diverse range of c­ ollectibles, beautiful old glass pieces, fine china, and silverware which vie with racks of black powder long guns and pistols, both antique and reproductions.

In fact, they’ve developed a strong following of men who are into military memorabilia.

The cabinets hold silk screened local milk bottles, old cigarette lighters, aged ink wells and animal figurines, die cast cars, military figurines. A ­ boriginal and Inuit carvings share shelves with local duck decoys.

Owner Bob Harris is always on hand to greet you with a smile and supply you with a wealth of knowledge on all things “old”. Located just north of the Hillier wine region, make it part of your antique tour as it both Hillier House, the Sword and Jim and Dave’s Antiques are all on the same route along Highway 33 other wise known as the Loyalist Parkway.

20581 Loyalist Parkway Consecon

Tee Pee Trading Co. & Pat’s Antiques Antiques • Art • Jewellery

There are not too many antique shops that offer the variety of merchandise that you will find at Tee Pee Trading Co. & Pat’s Antiques With years in the business, owners Pat and Terry Scott showcase quality antiques and selected collectibles amidst an array of amazing artwork, Indian artifacts and an extensive

selection of fabulous Mexican and Indian jewellery.

They have brilliantly combined their passions into an emporium that blends both old and new. From an ever-changing selection of fine antique furniture, mainly Canadian with a smattering of American, to antique lighting to collectibles such as Royal Doulton and Hummel figurines, they have carefully hand picked everything that they showcase in order to offer you the finest quality and selection.

In addition to antiques, you will also have the pleasure of Pat Scott’s large, colourful acrylic paintings of glorious florals, serene landscapes, portraiture and more which are available for purchase. Her innate talent as an artist has allowed her to capture living colour on a canvas. They will simply stop you dead in your tracks the moment you step into the shop.

One very special aspect, you’ll find is their extensive collection of Mexican and Indian jewellery they offer with some special pieces more than 60 years old.

You’ll see fabulous turquoise necklaces, pendants, bracelets and rings in sterling silver.

There are dramatic “attitude” pieces that scream to be worn by fashion divas as well more simplistic styles.

By the time you get through exploring this antique shop, you will probably find that you have made two new friends while you are carrying out a new treasure.

6 Stanley Street Bloomfield

The Sword ANTIQUES

Fine Antiques & Collectables

Nautica & Militaria Memorabilia Antique Weapons • Artwork • Costume Jewellery Fine Furniture & More!

613-392-2143 • 20581 Loyalist Parkway • Consecon www.swordantiques.ca

Pat’s Antiques

Antiques • Art Vintage Home Accents Fine Mexican & Indian Jewellery Collectibles & Art Glass 613.393.5757 6 Stanley ST Bloomfield

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Karen Brown’s Antiques

The Largest Antique Dealer in Eastern Ontario

Walking into Karen Brown’s Antiques, the first word that comes to mind is “WOW!”.

Proprietor, Karen Brown doesn’t do anything in a small way when it comes to antiques as you’ll see.

Karen has over 12,000 sq. ft. filled with a huge selection of antique furnishings, smalls, retro or what some may term “nostalgia” pieces, and collectibles all on one convenient level. When you discover that Karen also owns and operates the annual Odessa Antique

Show & Sale which is Eastern Ontario’s largest outdoor antique show, it only seems natural that her own antique store should be the largest one in Eastern Ontario as well.

Amidst the stores extensive offerings, you will find collectibles from Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, and more, even Golliwogg dolls, military miniatures, jewellery, earthenware and lots of other specialty items. There is nostalgic signage and plenty of items for the men to enjoy exploring.

As to the selection of her larger furnishings, you will find premium quality throughout the store from primitive to early Canadiana to magnificent and highly valued Gibbard pieces. The beauty and the quality of these pieces is something that you will not see at IKEA. Fortunately, people seem to be re-discovering that old is better thanks to the help of programs like Candice Tells All and Property Guys.

Housed in the old cannery at Tompkins on The Bay, it’s just a short drive from Picton off Highway 49.

Here, you can discover new treasures to compliment your home at prices that you will not find elsewhere in your travels as Karen believes in fair value for your dollar.

With so much to see and explore, deciding on what trinket or piece of antique furnishing you would like to indulge and take home with you could prove to be your greatest challenge during your visit to 501 Dundas St. E. Deseronto

Jim & Dave’s Antiques Antiques & Collectibles

At first glance, one would not expect to find what lies within the walls of Jim & Dave’s Antiques - one is certainly not expecting the more than 6500

sq.ft. chock full of every type of antique imaginable.

Spread over two floors, Jim & Dave’s Antiques is an amazing emporium of fine antiques, unique retro items and oddities that make one go “Hmmm...”. In fact, there are quite a few items that will make one wonder for what on earth they were ever used but they are intriguing to say the least.

Other items will definitely remind some of you of timesgone-by ... drawing out a little sigh of “remember when...”.

Old memorabilia signage including antique gas signs, collector tins to name just a few of the many things that will remind you of times spent at Grandma’s and Grandpa’s or things that your parents once own but now long gone.

On the lower level, there are a variety of rooms. One room contains fine antique furniture - some of which are

OVER 12,000 SQ.FT. OF HERITAGE OBJECTS • RETRO PIECES & COLLECTIBLES

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early Canadian while other are hand picked American pieces brought up from the United States. For the men, you will love the classic motorbikes that Jim loves to find in his travels. Harvest tables, French Country pieces and more can be found through the main floor, while upstairs, there is an assortment of great items such as antique bicycles even a Mickey Mouse Bicycle from Japan of all places!

Proprietors Jim and Dave appreciate the old ways of doing business and are always willing to “talk”. As a result, you may find yourself walking away with a new treasure that would have cost you substantially more in the big cities.

So take the opportunity to go exploring their extensive shop filled with treasures. You’ll be glad you did!

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County. After a period of rest and restoration, Hillier House reopened on May 24, 2005 thanks to the vision and the passion of interior designer and proprietor, Noreen Kalman.

Renowned for her work as an interior designer to some of Toronto’s most prestigious homes and written up in various publications for her wonderful design and decor projects, Noreen fell in love with The County and its rich history during a visit.

Art • Antiques • Design • Decoration

There is something to be said about the sense of history one gets when one steps over a threshold into a historic landmark where Canada’s first Prime Minister, Sir John A. MacDonald use to shop.

The Hamlet of Hillier ’s General Store rang the till for the last time on March 17, 1986; however, the shop had not yet finished serving The

Being recognized as North America’s second largest community for historic architecture, the County was a natural magnet for Noreen; therefore, it was no surprise that with Noreen’s passion for history and unique architecture that she was drawn to Hillier’s old General Store. Even in its dilapidated state, Noreen could envision breathing new life into it and restoring it for all to enjoy.

Now, several years later visitors welcome the opportunity to explore and shop in her beautifully restored store that is filled with a fabulous blend of fine antique furnishings, collectibles and today’s new treasures of quality merchandise in keeping with the caliber of her fine antiques that you will find gracing her beautiful shop.

According to Noreen, a merchant in a Derby Hat with

A Colourful Selection of Gurgle Pots at Hillier House

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antiques a fine looking horse began the tradition of Rustic Refinement.

At Hillier House, she continues to offer “Fine Goods” providing you with Antiques and Objects of Desire along with her professional design service whenever the need arises.

18646 Loyalist Parkway Hillier

Accent Chair at Hillier House

Frugal & Company

Retro Cool • Cottage Chic...

Featuring a unique, cool blend of retro, and eclectic farmhouse and cottage finds, Frugal & Company is one of the neatest antique style shops that you’ll ever have the pleasure to explore. It is especially a delight for anyone who is a true nostalgia buff.

You’ll find this vibrant, vintage vibe right in the heart of downtown Picton next to the Regent Theatre.

With new merchandise arriving almost daily, from stage props to harvest tables, depression glass to man cave treasures and everything in between, there is something for everyone; however, if you can’t find what you are looking for, then ask their friendly staff as they are more than happy to seek out it out at 230 Main Street Picton

18646 Loyalist Parkway • Hillier • 613.399.2842 www.hillierhouse.ca

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Upper Level with ladies in mind & Mantique Room for the men

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388 Main Street • Bloomfield 613.393.3193 www.deadpeoplesstuff.ca

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Butler Creek Antiques

At this emporium of eclectic, historic delights, you will definitely find fabulous treasures that once belonged to those who no longer walk the earth ergo the name “Dead People’s Stuff”.

The shop features c­ ountry pine f­ urniture, both painted and refinished, v­ intage tools, ­treasures for your garden, and some cool c­ ollectibles. You’ll also find ­v intage lighting, quilts and l­ inens, clothing, vintage fabric, trunks, boxes, chairs, and an ­­ever-­changing ­a ssor tment of ­t reasures.

There’s even a “Mantiques” room featuring guy stuff like vintage tools and ‘60s rock and roll albums.

Please check out the featured article on this great little antique shop located at 388 Main Street Bloomfield

Butler Creek Antiques’ superb selec tion of antiques and collectibles will definitely entrance you, especially upon seeing the quality craftmanship of these beautifully restored specialty pieces. What will amaze you is their affordability.

Proprietor Pat Davies is probably one of the most charming and extraordinary gentlemen you’ll have the pleasure of meeting during your sojourn in The County. His passion for beautifully crafted furnishings and collectibles is obvious the moment you walk into his shop.

With his keen eye, Pat sees the unique qualities each piece has beyond the state of disrepair that he finds them. It’s kind of like that “Property Guys” aspect when it comes to seeing the potential of a piece which most people would not see.

Desirables • Oddities • Eclectics

Using traditional, old world craftmanship, Pat singlehandedly and lovingly restores these “lost treasures”, he finds, to be able to once again grace a home or office.

At Butler Creek Antiques, you will find a phenomenal selection of early Canadiana and more from Quebec and Ontario, beautifully restored to their former grandeur in keeping with all their original attributes which makes each piece special. Whether you are in the market for harvest tables and chairs, sideboards, chests, dressers, blanket boxes & spinning wheels or smalls and accessories, you will find them here.

With more than 35 years experience, Pat’s passion for his work and his in-depth knowledge of the pieces he has in his shop is amazing.

Can’t find the perfect piece you need for your home? Take the time to talk to Pat because he also builds custom harvest tables and cupboards to suit

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your needs using age old pine with traditional mortise & tenon construction. Do you have an old family heirloom that needs some TLC? Once again, Pat is the master craftsman for the job.

In addition, you get a double treat with the fine art of Donna Bonin, his resident artist.

Donna has had a life long passion for drawing and painting. Her work reflects her surroundings including Sandbanks, Presqu’ile and Bon Echo Provincial Parks.

So if you are in the market for something special, appreciate quality, love early Canadiana and vintage furnishings or smalls, then it will be well worth your time to slip in a visit to Butler Creek Antiques and Pat Davies, the man with Old World Charm and the Midas Touch when it comes to reviving the beauty and the life of those items from our great historic past.

550 Schoharie Road RR1 Picton

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Showcasing Fine Art by Resident Artist Donna Bonin

550 COUNTY ROAD 1, SCOHARIE ROAD, PICTON 613.476.1142 www.pec.on.ca/butlercreek

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antiques to examine the items up close and to be the first to buy.

Gates open at 8 am on the Sunday with admission cost $8.

There is plenty of free parking and an abundance of homemade food and beverages.

The Odessa Antique Show is one great summer event whether

Odessa Antique Show Eastern Ontario’s Largest!

As the largest outdoor antique show of its kind in Eastern Ontario, this has become a popular, annual summer event and is considered by many as the antique show of the year.

It attracts t­ housands of antique l­overs and a the wide range of antique dealers who come from Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes. Arriving on Saturday afternoon at 2 pm, they set up their booths under a series of tents where collectors can count on seeing anything from furniture to household items,

A peak inside Karen Brown’s Antiques

tools, textiles, paintings, folk art, jewellery, glass and china - no reproductions are allowed.

Whether you’re hoping to decorate your home with heritage objects or retro pieces or to add to a long-held collection, the Odessa Antique Show will no doubt yield many fabulous and intriguing finds.

There is something to suit everyone’s interests and budgets from a few dollars to several thousand depending upon the item.

An early bird admission of twenty dollars ($20) includes re-entry on Sunday and allows you in early to peruse the stalls

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Odessa Fairgrounds • Wilton Rd • Odessa 1/10 mile south of the 401 at exit #599

613.396.6888 www.odessaantiqueshow.ca

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you are an antique lover or someone who simply loves to browse for eye-catching memorabilia.

So plan to make it a great day’s adventure, one that will have you returning next year.

Odessa Fairgrounds Wilton Road • Odessa 613.396.6888/613.391.8331

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antiques Pec Curling Club 50Th Antique Show & Sale

This June 20 – 22, 2014 the Prince Edward Curling Club’s Antique Show and Sale celebrates its 50th anniversary, one of the longest-running shows in the Country.

In January of 1964, the new building erected through the hard work of local curlers, saw its first games. While the facility was great for curling, there were few amenities, like furniture and kitchen supplies. The ladies of the Club, under the leadership of Mrs. Evelyn Drew and Mrs. Barbara Welsh, decided to hold an antique show and sale to raise much needed funds.

On Wednesday and Thursday, June 16 and 17, 1965 the very first show opened with eight out-of-town dealers from Bath, Kingston, Trenton, Warkworth and Brighton, and six from the County. Local dealers were

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Treasured items at Hillier House Mrs. W.J.Walmsley, Mrs. Thera Falconer, Miss Merle Pearsoll, Mrs. Jack Welsman, Mrs. Arthur Holland and Mrs. Alice Lowey Carley. The show was open from 10am to 10pm admission was $0.75 and luncheon and tea were served. Mrs. Falconer continued to display at the show for an amazing 35 years!

As the years passed, the show grew and dinners for the dealers were added. Since the late 1980’s the event has been held over three days on weekends, with an average of 25 dealers. The Show this

year will be held from June 20 – 22, 2014 and on this, our 50th anniversary, we anticipate a full complement of dealers and plan a special gathering to celebrate our origins and longevity. With the co-operation of all the members of the Prince Edward Curling Club and the dedicated leadership of the Antique Show committees over the years, we are justly proud of our accomplishments. Please join us.

Picton Fairgrounds Highway 49 • Picton 613.476.2078

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ANTIQUE

FALL 2014 September 12 • 13 • 14

SHOW & SALE PICTON, ONTARIO

Friday 2-7 Saturday 10-5 Sunday 11-4

FAIRGROUNDS - MAIN STREET EAST

June 20th, 21st & 22nd, 2014

CRYSTAL PALACE

Friday: 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday: 10:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 11:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Picton Fairgrounds 375 Main St. E. • Picton

ADMISSION $5.00 HST INCLUDED TWO-DAY ENTRY

Mark Your Calendars for

SPRING 2015 SHOW MAY 16-17

Lunch Available

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New Dealers Welcome

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Twice a year, the antique dealers of Prince Edward County gather together under one room to showcase their antique treasures and collectibles for you to view and purchase.

The Fall show is a well anticipated showcase of quality antique furnishing, home accents, smalls, jewellery and collectibles including plenty of memorabilia.

Housed in the historic Crystal Palace, over a three day period, this event attracts locals and visitors from around the region who appreciate the opportunity to explore new finds or to add to their continuing collections.

If you miss this event, then be sure to return for their Spring event held every May at Picton Fairgrounds Highway 49 • Picton 613.393.5886

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501 Dundas St • Deseronto 613.396.6888/613.391.8331

2 TEE PEE TRADING CO. 4 JIM & DAVE’S ANTIQUES & PAT’S ANTIQUES

6 Stanley St • Bloomfield 760.333.6275

22233 Highway 33 • Carrying Place 613.920.2759/905.435.2505

Events 6 FRUGAL & COMPANY 230 Main Street • Picton 613.476.5151

7 DEAD PEOPLE’S STUFF 388 Main St • Bloomfield 613.393.3193

8 BUTLER CREEK 550 County Road 1 (Schoharie Road) • Picton 613.476,1142

18646 Highway 33 • Hillier 613.3993842

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LaLaLand Glass Studio 613.393.1307

2317 County Road 1 Bloomfield www.galleryonmain.ca

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elcome to the wonderful, wacky,fun world of Kirei Samuel, a dynamic artist on the cutting edge of creative glass art. Yes, it is indeed a “Mad! Mad World!”at this unique emporium of ­creativity, especially with Kirei’s wicked sense of humour.

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From the moment you enter her gallery studio and meet this effervescent artist, you will understand and appreciate why she calls her place “LaLaLand”. By definition, LaLaLand is a place renowned for frivolous activity and, in some cases, is characterized by a state of mind that is just simply a little out of the realm of seriousness. An apt description of the artist herself? You be the judge.

Housed in a century old barn located across from Huff Estates Winery, Kirei works her creative magic on molten glass, manipulating it ... , sometimes even wooing it to bend to her will as she shapes it into delightful yet functional art.

Kirei’s life has encompassed a vast array of experiences. Always looking on the lighter side of life, she interprets her life’s moments and incorporates them in such a manner that they blossom forth into vibrant, yet elegant pieces of art that are either functional or decorative and sometimes both.

Naturally, there are always others with some elements of whimsy just to make things interesting.

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f e at u r e d a r t i s t - K i r e i s a m u e l Coming from a family of gifted artists which includes two professional photographers, one internationally renowned, the other nationally, and a mother whose works in oils and acrylics can be found in prestigious Toronto galleries, Kirei’s artistic talent is simply in “the genes” and is a force on its own.

Born in Kleinburg, Ontario, her life’s travels took her family to Ireland when she was 6, then back to Toronto at 17 where she studied technical theatre production at Ryerson. Having worked with Marion DeVries Toronto theatre, Kirei moved on and toured 20 years with children’s production until Kirei decided to pursue a new passion ... glass as a result of a “pushy friend”, as she likes to say, who would not accept the word “No” and gave her pieces of glass to “play” with... and Kirei’s playful side did exactly that.

By 2001, Kirei Handmade Jewelry was launched. Attending craft shows across the province, Kirei’s artistry was discovered when the National Gallery of Art invited her under a government initiative to get involved in the wholesale market and a career and new business was established.

Eventually, Kirei found herself wanting to have a bigger “canvas” because she found that her glass jewelry was too confining. It did not allow her to “push” the proverbial envelope when it came to working with glass and with her natural curiosity, she wanted to experiment.

As a graduate of the Art Centre, in Toronto, Kirei was soon discovering the multi-faceted side of working with molten glass. It involved a totally different set of technical processes which intrigued and challenged her.

Today, using both traditional and innovative methods that she has implemented as a result of her ongoing experimental process, Kirei fuses, sandblasts, and etches onto glass; however, her most intriguing work comes as a result of twisting and stirring molten glass and incorporating the vitro-graph technique to create her bold and dramatic glass art. Each of her larger pieces takes anywhere from 35 to 40 hours or more to create, and in some cases, depending on the piece, as much as 75 hours to fuse the glass into one piece.

On visiting Kirei’s gallery studio, you will appreciate why she is part of the County’s Arts Trail and a juried artist in the PEC Studio

Tour when you see the extent of Kirei’s creativity and fun loving nature. The array of fabulous platters, bowls, votives, and more from functional to decorative is impressive. In addition, Kirei still makes her beautiful jewellery including bracelets, pendants, and earrings which started her career as a glass artist.

You are invited to visit this unique emporium of glass artistry and to meet the effervescent artist herself. Find out why the end result of taking a piece of glass and manipulating its structure to bend to her creative will always is an eye-opener for her, as it will be for you! You will leave with a definite appreciation of the true meaning behind

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Art Events June 27-July 13: ART IN THE COUNTY - Juried Books & Company • Picton June 21 - July 13: FREE Mad Dog Gallery Artist: Celia Sage June 30 - July 31: FREE Mad Dog Gallery at Closson Chase Winery Artist: Andrew King July 26 - August 10: CLIC - Eastern Ontario Photography Show & Sale Books & Company • Picton August 1 - 31: FREE Mad Dog Gallery at Closson Chase Winery Artist: Susan Wallis August 9 - 31: FREE Mad Dog Gallery Artist: Rosemary Brown August 30 - Sept 1: FREE REDNERSVILLE ROAD ART TOUR September 19- 21: FREE PEC STUDIO TOUR - Juried County Wide October 31 - November 2: THE MAKER’S HAND PEC Com Centre • Picton

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rt always seems to evoke some type of a response from ­people. Some are drawn towards it, while others simply w ­ alk away. For those of us who respond to it, we rarely stop and ask “Why?”. This desire to surround ourselves with art, has apparently set off a series of studies on the subject; however, to date, the best that they can make out is that it is “a bit like candy” to those of us who appreciate and even crave it.

Like those who love the “sweet” things in life, which seems to be an inherent human trait for many on which the candy manufacturers capitalize upon, Art is somewhat like refined “sugar”. It draws us as it capitalizes on our obsessions with colours, shapes, and sets off causal chains. For instance, we all need water to survive. It is a human instinct; therefore, when an artist presents us with a beautiful painting of a water scene, we are naturally drawn to it. The artist is engaging our subconscious need or possibly an obsession. The one thing to consider is that whatever the artist creates that lures us may also be his/her obsession as well.

This being noted, The County offers a myriad of artists and several delightful art galleries for you to explore and get your “fix” or fill of “eye candy”. Some artists are native to the island, while many have made it their home where they feel that they can better pursue their artistry in the midst of The County’s tranquil countryside. These artists run the gamut from painters working with oil, mixed media, watercolours and pastels to sculptors to basket makers and more. They all welcome your interest in their artistry and to share in mutual “obsessions”.

Throughout the year, the County plays host to a variety of art events like Art in the County, CLIC Eastern Ontario Photo Show & Sale, the Rednersville Studio Tour, the Prince Edward County Studio Tour, and the Maker’s Hand as well as gallery showcases. These events present wonderful opportunities for visitors to take advantage of finding these talented artists either under one roof or at least in their individual studios where they can view and even purchase resident artists’ work.

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GLASS WORKS depths, sometimes crystal clear, light radiating through magnifying tiny imperfections adorning them with rainbow hue. According to Caroline, “Solid one moment, fluid the next, all its forms draw me. “ Caroline’s glass studio, Elements, is located in a century old carriage house in Bloomfield where she creates glass art ranging from originally designed stained glass panels to gorgeous kiln formed glass bowls and platters. Kiln casting and glass sculpture are her latest interests. In fact, you never know where Caroline’s artistic passion for glass will take her. Her award winning creations can be found from coast to coast as well as many other countries.

With a visit to her studio, you may find yourself walking out with a special piece of your own!

305 Main Street Bloomfield

Studio Gallery of Glass Artist Caroline Shuttle

Caroline Shuttle

Elements Glass Studio

Deep, dark, rich vibrant colour and glossy smoothness, invites one to touch and feel the coolness of Caroline Shuttle’s molten glass creations fashioned into beautiful show stopping pieces to adorn one’s home.

Artist Caroline Shuttle came to glass after spending most of her working life in the bush and on the land. She has searched for tungsten in the Yukon, worked geophysics in northern

Manitoba, thrown fish out of helicopters south of Algonquin, fought forest fires and walked miles and miles of timber. Then things change.

She left the Ministry of Natural Resources after 18 years and went down an entirely different path.

Caroline took her first glass courses in 1996, opened her studio in 1997 and started to get serious about the new direction her life was taking.

Glass takes Caroline to fascinating places and areas of discovery, both within herself and its own

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Kirei Samuel

LaLaLand Glass Studio

Have you ever been to LaLaLand?

If you have not, then it’s about time your did! Welcome to LaLaLand where “frivolous” activity rules... well actually Artist Kirei Samuel rules, ergo the name “LaLaLand”.

Her glass works gallery/studio is exactly what you would expect to find in the whimsical and fascinating world of LaLaLand becuase it is an extension of Kirei’s fun loving personality where she can simultaneously laugh at herself while being serious about her artistry. In fact, she confesses that the end results of her work are always an eye opener to even her.

Read more about this amazing artist and the her life story as well as view more of her work in our featured artist section.

2317 County Road 1 Bloomfield

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GLASS WORKS

Private Classes • Demonstrations • Workshops • Gallery Introduction to Hot Glass • Paperweight Saturdays Saturday & Weekend Courses Open: Friday to Sunday 10am - 5pm

613-393-2237 • 65 BARKERS L ANE • BLO OMFIELD w w w.bl o omf i el dstu di os.c om

Bloomfield Studios Introduction

As a result of volcanic eruptions, lightening strikes and meteorites, natural glass has existed since the beginning of time but it was not until 3500 BC that man first attempted to create glass objects for his own use. Non-transparent beads dating found in Egypt and Eastern Mesopotamia are the first evidence of when the craft was born. By 1500 BC the art evolved to include glass cases. Using compacted sand moulds dipped in molten glass, the craftsmen created vases. It was only between 27 BC and 14 AD that Syrian artisans actually started blowing hollow glass wares using a long thin metal tube - an art form that has literally remained unchanged since that time.

At Bloomfield Studios & Gallery, artists Mel and Colleen

Wilder continue to explore this fascinating medium as they create contemporary glass ware, sculptures, jewelry and more.

You are invited to visit their studio and gallery to see live demonstrations of this historic craft. Showcasing their artistry, their in-house gallery offers you the perfect opportunity to shop for unique gifts or to take home a treasure of your own.

T h r o u g h o u t t h e y e a r, ­Bloomfield Studios plays offers private ­lessons and workshops to those people interested in learning about their ­respective art forms.

Both Mel and his wife, give their own classes t­ hroughout the year and you are invited to experience the magic of glass with these two gifted artists and their guest ­artists whenever you feel the desire to explore the artist within you. It’s a great feeling to see what emerges as The Sojourner 2014

you work with molten glass whether it is to create a glass orb or a beautiful glass bead.

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Spirits in Glass Inc.

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Glass artist, Mel Wilder finds that ­blowing glass creates an inner peace and tranquility which is almost ­hypnotic. Through the use of colour, ­refraction and ­reflection, Mel’s work attempts to showcase the magical ­nature glass, in its ­molten state, holds for him through ongoing ­demonstrations which visitors can enjoy.

As he will tell you, he garners an ­inner peace when he is ­working at the bench which he finds is a­ lmost spiritual in nature. All his pieces ­attempt to pass this on to the viewer so they, too, can enjoy the “spirits in glass” which he discovers in the creation of each of his pieces.

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Colleen Wilder

Nightshade Fine Art

As a graduate of the Ontario College of Art of Design, Colleen’s artistic talent covers a broad spectrum. Although an avid artist w ­ orking with oils, watercolour and mixed media, Colleen’s ­latest work ­involves working with glass.

As with her painting, her lamp worked beads are s­ tatements of her love of ­colour, texture, landscape and mystery. ­Colleen takes her work to the next level creating wonderful ­jewellery. The ­necklaces, ­bracelets and ­earrings ­designs are one-of-a-kind works of art.

For those who love wearing ­dramatic ­accessories, ­Colleen’s creations are b ­ reathtaking. They are the perfect gifts for those special ladies in your life and she welcomes custom orders.

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O I L S • W AT E R CO LO U R S • M I X E D M E D I A Maureen Walton ­Murals

Some artists are natural born artists who take to art like a duck takes to water. They have no need of formal lessons as their talent comes from within. Mural artist Maureen Walton is one such individual.

As a former commercial artist, fine artist & draftswoman, Maureen found that she did not want to confine her work to simply canvas and paper. The walls of the world beckoned her. With a passion for storytelling which she loved to do for fun, Maureen found that it was a perfect compliment to her skills as an artist to create larger than life scale works.

Today, you will find her murals in various places across Ontario. They are full of rich visual content that tells a story while beautifying a building’s

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exterior or interior whether on a wall, a floor or a ceiling. Her murals reflect any subject matter that her clients wish to express.

Maureen’s use of vibrant colours & big sweeping strokes refresh and uplift every space where her murals adorn from homes to offices to businesses to even schools. A visit to her place is an experience not to be missed!

2118 Melrose Lonsdale

With her Cree background, artist Pat Scott finds that her love for native culture influences much of her work but it is Nature which inspires Pat the most. She is never happier than when she is surrounded by flowers, trees, sunshine, the music of the earth as well as family.

Each year, Pat spends six months in Florida with her husband, Terry, where they

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Fine Art • Native Jewellery • Antiques • Art Glass

by Maureen Walton

613-393-5757 6 STANLEY Street • Bloomfield

613-396-3262 • 2118 Melrose • marysville

C or n er of Mai n & Stan l e y Stre e ts

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collect and sell beautiful, vintage native jewelry.

It is the fiery colours of the South that allows Pat to lose herself in her paintings. With Pat’s passion for it all, she goes to her studio and paints - bringing to life the beauty of what she has experienced for others to enjoy and take a piece home.

As a self-taught artist, Pat truly loves to create images of bold, beautiful flowers on large canvases but also take great joy in capturing her loved ones in brilliant, living color that is larger than life.

This is what you will see at her gallery in Bloomfield. Her husband, Terry, our shih-poo, Mishou, and Pat look forward to welcoming you.

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The work of Encaustic Artist Andrew Csafordi

Andrew Csafordi & Tara Wilkinson Love Nest Studio

The husband and wife team of Andrew Csafordi and Tara Wilkinson is the perfect example of how two different approaches to art work can exist in beautiful harmony.

Andrew Csafordi A graduate of the Ontario College of Art & Design, Andrew is an ­accomplished sculptor, illustrator and designer.

Through each encaustic painting, Andrew brings the viewer into an organic land or

sky scape unlike any other. His luminous, textural paintings call out to be touched.

Rich layered textures of imagination, bees wax, oil paint, and dry pigments as well as fibers, wood, metal and other materials are used in combination to tell a rich story about “life below the surface” and “the roots that ground the world above”. ... a beautiful symbolism of the world and life around us.

Sometimes moody, sometimes whimsical, and always thought provoking, Csafordi

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paintings take you to another world … his world, a world to explore and give fuel to your own imagination.

Tara Wilkinson Artist, Tara Wilkinson, lovingly handcrafts nests from fibers, twigs and other found materials.

Each nest is unique in colour, fiber content, size, character and spirit. Her sculptural art nests are sacred and symbolic vessels that honour and celebrate the cycle of life.

Profoundly influenced and inspired by nature, Tara loves

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to work with natural elements to create her sculptural Fiber Art Nests. When talking about her art, Tara says, “I see them as cups of space with which we can honour and celebrate all stages of life.”

A visit to Tara’s Love Nest and Andrew’s Encaustic Gallery is another County highlight which no one should miss out on as you discover their wonderful world of colour and beauty!

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PHOTOGRAPHY Peggy deWitt Paper Images

The photographer’s striking images prove that, through the focused lens of her camera, anything is possible and everything is made beautiful.

Professional Photographer Peggy deWitt has been taking photos of the County for many years, specializing in landscapes. Peggy’s photos evoke a rich sense of the beauty of Prince Edward County in its’ different seasons.

The online gallery offers you a wide array of images of the favourite Prince Edward County landmarks. This includes images of the golden beaches of the Sandbanks, remote lighthouses, old barns, romantic vineyards and wineries, historical buildings and aerial views of the town and villages.

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Peggy’s work can also be found at many retail locations throughout PEC. The note cards, matted prints or picture books all make a great County souvenir. The new 2015 PEC Calendar makes a wonderful keepsake for everyone.

Award winning photographer Peggy deWitt wants to share her skills with you! Peggy offers camera classes where you will learn how to use your new digital camera – She’ll go over all the different settings and when they should be used. Peggy also has an on location workshop series at The Grange Winery, all sessions will begin in a classroom setting complete with a power-point presentation. Then after a wine tasting and lunch, spend the afternoon trying out the new techniques with the supervision of Peggy deWitt. For details visit www.peggydewitt.com

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The Bald Photographer Gallery

The Bald Photographer Studio and Gallery is in Cherry Valley, between Picton and Sandbanks Provincial Park where Welsh-born ­photographer Graham Davies has converted the old village shop into a studio, darkroom and gallery space for his fine ar t photography. Graham works with black and white film, hand printing his ­images on ­a rchival papers. His work includes portraits, landscapes, body p ­ ortraits and abstracts and vintage press photographs from his years as a photojournalist.

The gallery is a welcoming place. Graham and his wife, writer Jan D ­ avies, live in the old house attached to the shop, and visitors are encouraged to knock there or shout over the garden fence if they find the gallery empty.

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“I’ve had visitors who like what they see so much they book a portrait session on the spot,” says Graham. “Sometimes I’ve set up and we’ve done the shoot right then, or I’ll go round to wherever they are staying and get a great portrait out in the environment, or the whole family on the beach.”

Though he shoots colour digital for commercial work and ­occasional weddings, Graham’s heart belongs to black and white.

“It’s not necessary for one art form to die when a new one comes along,” he says. “Digital is quick and easy, but you’ll never surpass the beauty and drama of great black and white photography.”

Check out Graham Davies “The Royal”, a remarkable series of images taken in Picton’s old Royal Hotel.

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Books & Company 289 Main Street • 2nd Floor • Picton

613-476-1099

POTTERY David Scott

Pottery 31 Born in Melbourne, Australia, David Scott lived most of his early life near Hobart, Tasmania. He studied ceramics in Hobart at the Institute of Technical and Fur ther Education (TAFE) in Hobart and in 1995 Scott’s Pottery was launched in Dodges Ferry, Tasmania and he has continued to pursue his passion for his artistry.

Much of David’s work was sold through the galleries in Salamanca Place in Hobart. At that time, his pots were glazed terra cotta — big platters, big crocks, bowls in various sizes, mugs, jugs — all decorative and all functional.

In 2010 David moved to the UK, and subsequently to a small village near Limoges in the Limousin, France and

Poterie St. Bonnet Briance was launched. The pots were slip-decorated and glazed earthenware, but similar in type to those David threw in Tasmania, down under.

Although living in France was a fabulous experience, in 2012 David and his wife Jan Duffy moved to Bloomfield in beautiful Prince Edward County, Ontario and Pottery31 was established.

Today, David produces beautiful hand-thrown, hand-decorated, glazed stoneware that are not only functional but decorative as well. Both David and Jan are happy to welcome you any time you would like to visit their pottery. Looking for a special gift, then make sure to talk to David as he welcomes custom orders.

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by potter David Scott

Wednesday-Sunday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm or by appointment/chance

613.393.0101 31 Wellington St (Loyalist Parkway) Bloomfield www.pottery31.com

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S P ECI ALTY AR T Melissa Sherman

Schoolhouse Basketry Co.

As a resident in the world of Creativity from a young age with a long lineage of textile weavers - 17 Master weavers and the most famous being Jacob Angstadt author of The Weavers Patron Book in the 1700’s, Melissa’s love of the entwined soon gave birth to her own weaving fury.

After years of art shows, Melissa opened East Troy Basketry Company in 1990 in the quaint village of East Troy, Wisconsin, where for 20 years she was also the Artistic Director for the East Troy Bluegrass Festival as well as its founder since it is her second passion.

In 2000, Melissa decided she needed a change. So she sold her business, headed north to Ontario where she came upon a one room schoolhouse for sale in The County and this was the

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start of her Schoolhouse Basketry Company. Here she planted her own willow patch and several different types of Salix for everything from weaving baskets to Living Structures.

Although Melissa works with everything from willow, birch bark, pine needles, cattails and other natural materials, her true passion lies in the recreation of functional baskets of the early settlement periods where a basket had a purpose and was part of the work crew in the family.

Today, Melissa not only weaves amazing baskets for you to purchase but also invites you to learn her artistry via her classes.

If you also love Bluegrass, then join Melissa every June for the Quinte Isle’s Bluegrass Festival which she spearheaded for The County.

21195 Loyalist Pkwy Carrying Place

Innovative Jewellery

What is life without a little touch of “Bling”? Dull! As a result, a visit to Innovative Jewellery should definitely be on every woman or man’s, for that matter, County list of “Must Do”.

Offering locally handcrafted sterling silver creations with sparkling gemstones, artisan lamp-work glass, crystals and pearls, artisan Liz Rembelos’ has an innate ability to produce beautiful, wearable art.

Moonstone, Labradorite, Amethyst and Druzy are just some of Liz’s favourite gemstones which she ingeniously sculpts and transforms into exquisite pieces including earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets and more.

One of a kind sculptural wire trees are created on site and decorated with natural gemstones and

stones from the area and abroad which are delightful mementos of your stay in the County.

While you’re in Liz’s studio gallery, you may even get the opportunity to watch Liz or her partner Andre at work. There is nothing quite like seeing a fine artisan at work making the beautiful products that inspire you to shop!

They offer custom handstamped jewellery which could include names, dates or quotes for a personalized keepsake or gift. In addition, you will also find vintage Canadian collectibles and accessories.

Amethyst Geodes,large Brazilian Agate Slices and Raw Gemstones are also available for viewing and purchase.

So drop in to see Liz and her amazing innovative jewellery at 177 Main Street Picton

Functional Art

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custom baskets classes • supplies

Open by Chance/Appointment

Call for Class Schedules 613.392.2412 21195 Loyalist Parkway Carrying Place www.schoolhousebasketry.com

Meticulously ­designed and handcrafted by Liz Rembelos!

JEWELLERY • CUSTOM & BRIDAL • GEMSTONES • ACCESSORIES

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S P ECI ALTY AR T Amélie

Studio Boutique

Located on Loyalist Parkway between Bloomfield and Wellington, internationally renowned ar tist, Amélie K o n i n g ’s m a g n i f i c e n t collections of wearable art is for every art lover and fashionista who loves the beauty of silk in rich, vibrant colour combinations.

Amélie Koning’s work in batik progressed over the years into painting on silk. Having discovered the beauty of working with this medium and its similarity to watercolours, Amélie has concentrated on making her art beautiful, simplistic one-ofa-kind fashions which are not only w ­ onderful to wear but also colourfast and washable.

Her creations are elegant and easy to wear. Her designs are perfect for both casual and dressy affairs. They are also perfect for travel. You will find

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blouses, scarves, sarongs, shorts, camisoles as well as a range of complimentary silk jewellery to accessorize any outfit adding colour and dramatic effect.

With her degree in Fine Arts is from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, The Hague, The Netherlands, Amélie also works with oils, watercolours, lithography, etching and French dyes on silk.

Amélie discovered a love of painting on silk as it drew on the depth and richness of colours she used which makes her work stand alone as a specialty artist.

Her wearable art has landed her many special commissions including as well as group and solo exhibitions in The Netherlands, Germany, England as well as several in Canada. Where else could one find art to wear but at Amelie’s Studio at 1385 Highway 33 Bloomfield

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BLOUSES • SCARVES • SARONGS • SHORTS CAMISOLES • ACCESSORIES • GIFT SETS • CARDS Beautiful silks hand-painted in a v­ ariety of forms and textures, all washable and colourfast.

Open May-December: Saturday-Monday 10am-4pm or by chance or appointment 613.399.3022 • 15639 Loyalist Parkway • Bloomfield onwww.ameliesilks.com the way to Wellington

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Upstairs at Native Renaissance II

“Take only memories, Leave only footprints” Native Proverb

Our Native Artists Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory

Just northeast of Prince Edward County, on the mainland just on the other side of the Skyway Bridge on Highway 49, you will find Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory. As one of the most enterprising and prosperous of all the First Nation’s Territories, you will find several superb artistic forums considered to be some of the best in North America. They showcase their proud history, their culture, their artistry and, in some cases, even their delicious food.

There are three very special artisitic venues which range from being one of the smallest native galleries in Canada, still amazingly chock full of fabulous native works, to one of the biggest with two floors to enjoy and explore.

You will find authentic native art work including the works of internationally renowned artists Thomas Maracle and David Maracle, both renowned stone carvers and musicians. In addition, there are native crafts, fabulous handcrafted sterling silver and turquoise jewellery, pottery and a great variety of traditional native art work that will amaze you.

Besides showcasing native artistry from across North America, you will come across a fine selection of native music and instruments, beautiful moccasins, shoes and boots, blankets and food for you to purchase to take home to enjoy.

You are cordially invited to explore these modern forums of our cultural heritage and the opportunity to appreciate the wonders they bring to enhance our world and enrich our knowledge of Canada’s first people.

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n at i v e a r t i s t s & a r t i s ta n s Native Renaissance ii

Native Renaissance II Art ­ allery & Gift Shop opened G in 1978. It is one the largest shops of its kind in Canada. The shop’s rustic complex houses an Art ­G allery as well as an amazing Gift Store.

Home of North American, award winning native stone sculptor and musician, Thomas Maracle, The Gallery is one of the largest in the area with over thirty ­artists.

Here, you can see original ­s culptures, ­r eproductions, paintings and limited ­editions by acclaimed native and wildlife artists from across North America as well as Thomas Maracle’s own amazing stone sculptures. His one-of-a-kind carvings are in great demand and are prized additions to collections throughout Canada and many other parts of the world, including England,

France, Germany and the United States.

On the ground floor, y­ ou will find a gift shop featuring authentic n ­ ative arts and crafts, ­including reproductions of ­a rtist Thomas Maracle’s ­sculptures, collectibles, beautiful sterling silver jewellery including a large collection of turquoise, books, moccasins, specialty foods, pure Canadian maple syrup, including their fabulous home-made fudge.

At their ­native music boutique, you can “sample listen” to a wide selection of CD’s and tapes which include traditional native, and award-winning original music by Thomas B. Maracle - just another element of this multi-talented ­artist.

You are invited to explore!

Bring the kids to see some Canadian Native handwork, culture and art at Hwy 49 & Hwy 2 East Tyendinaga MT

L’il Crow Native Arts Centre, Native Expressions

Native Renaissance II Art Gallery & Gif tShop Art Gallery features original sculptures

and music by nationally acclaimed Mohawk artist Thomas B. Maracle, the works of 30 other talented artists, and showcases native artifacts.

Gift Shop offers 3000 square feet of beautiful jewelry, crafts and great gift ware. Let your imagination transport you to a time long ago while you explore one of the most beautiful and unique Native Art Galleries and Gift Shops in Canada.

Summer Hours 9am-7pm 7 Days a Week May to Sept

Winter Hours 9am-6pm 7 Days a Week Oct to April

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Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Deseronto K0K 1X0

613.396.3255 • Gifts for All Occasions • Competitive Prices on All Cigarette Brands • 1.800.334.9509 w w w. n a t i ve re n a i s s a n c e . c o m

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n at i v e a r t i s t s & a r t i s ta n s L’Il Crow Native Arts Centre Native Expressions

Their rustic Cabin entitled “LIL CROW NATIVE ART CENTRE” is nestled along the beautiful shores of the Bay of Quinte, located just east of Hwy 49 in the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.

They are your FIRST N ­ ATIONS EXPERIENCE DESTINATION. You are invited to enjoy an organic Coffee, Espresso, Specialty Tea, or a Sweetbird Smoothie while you take in the beauty of First Nations Art, Music and Gifts. Traditional food specials are also a unique feature of this L’il Café. Be sure to try their “Signature” Brecky Wraps and sit by a romantic fire in their 27 ft teepee.

Outdoor events, concerts, even weddings can be scheduled in their breathtaking courtyard overlooking the Bay. Unique First Nations Experience packages for day tours or overnight stays can be booked now through Kimberly at 613396-2767.

At L’il Crow Native Arts Centre - ­Native Expressions, you are literally in for a treat in more ways than one!

Resident ar tist David R. ­Maracle is an acclaimed stone carver and sculptor who has received many awards for his unique and detailed works of art.

Influenced by his First Nations Mohawk Heritage, his work depicts the culture and issues of his people which have touched the hearts of many. His work can be found in both private and corporate collections, including such stars as Nelson Mandela, Loretta Lynne, Dan Akroyd and the Emperor of Japan.

In addition to showcasing his work as a stone carver, David R. Maracle, you will find David’s own music CDs which have garnered him international acclaim and numerous awards.

Be sure to check their website out at WWW.STAGERED.CA for David R. Maracle’s complete bio along with concert listings, workshops, sculptures, music samples and more.

At L’il Crow Native Arts Centre, they are excited to offer you an atmosphere of warmth, peace and love as this LITTLE GALLERY with a BIG ATTITUDE wants to include YOU in their fast growing Circle of Friends... and look forward to seeing you soon at 216 Bayshore Rd, Tyendinaga MT

Dancing Moon Gallery

Dancing Moon Gallery in Deseronto are finally in their new home. This intimate gallery offers a unique view into the art of the region.

Established to showcase local artists from every genre, Dancing Moon Gallery offers

an eclectic collection of original pieces in all medias, drawing from every discipline.

Here, you will find new artists featured every month that will intrigue and capture your passion as an art lover. It is not just about art as in paintings or sculptures but, as mentioned above, from every discipline including literary works as well as music.

Be sure to look for their special events including book signing by local authors to musical interludes by regional musicians and more.

Dancing Moon Gallery is an innovative artist forum just waiting for you to discover it at 372 Main Street Deseronto

A R egional A rtist F orum

613-396-8600 372 Main St Deseronto • ON www.dancingmoongallery.com

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ometimes a simple day trip can turn into a life changing moment.

Such is the story behind Cranston’s Gallery on Main, in the heart of downtown Bloomfield, which is home to r­ esident artists Sharon Fox Cranston and Guy Cranston as well as a delightful showcase to a select group of local and regional artists.

Pastel by Sharon Fox Cranston

613.393.3900

185 Main Street Bloomfield www.galleryonmain.ca

Sharon and Guy had come from Westport to spend the day to enjoy viewing the creativity of those artists participating in The County’s renowned Studio Tour.

Like many unsuspecting folks who come for a day, The County immediately cast its magic spell over them and three weeks later they found themselves buying the former home and gallery studio of potter, Peta Hall.

As members of numerous artist federations and societies, including the Federation of Canadian Artists, Pastel Society of Eastern Canada and more, both artists have had a long history with art.

Artists & Gallery Owners Guy’s mother Stewart, a talented landscape artist Guy Cranston & Sharon Fox Cranston was mentored by Kathleen Morris, a contemporary of Canada’s Group of Seven. His brother Toller Cranston, who wowed the skating world, is one of Canada’s leading artists; therefore, it wasn’t surprising when Guy started to explore his own artistic capabilities and started painting 11 years ago. Originally starting out with painting landscape done during his travels around the world, over the years, Guy’s work has evolve to where he now prefers to work with pastels and block printing.

From the moment she picked up her first Crayola crayon, Sharon will tell you that she was “hooked on art” for life. Since that time, she has never looked back as her passion for art grew into a lifetime career in graphic design; however, working with national clients like McDonald’s, did not stop Sharon from continuing to work with her beloved acrylics and pastels, her true passions and artistry The Sojourner 2014

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Guy Cranston

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of choice. Taking courses with the best pastel artists in North America, today, the caliber of Sharon’s work can rival her mentors’ which is no small feat and upon viewing her amazing work you will appreciate how the student has surpassed the teachers.

With this artistic duo’s passion for all that is art, it is not surprising to find that once they opened their Studio Gallery, they also decided to exhibit the works of other artists.

Sharon will tell you that they have a revolving a­ rray of artists every year along with a few mainstays such as the amusing sculptures of county artist Florence Chik Law, whose work captures the almost human qualities of the animals that inhabit our earth. Then there is Westport artist, Diane Black whose ceramic sculptures will definitely have you chuckling at her unique artistry as she succumbs to the earthy seductiveness of clay to create her special array of “characters”.

This year, you will also find the amazing creations of local doll artist, Marta Smith,

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Guy Cranston

whose work is a “must see” to appreciate the detail that goes into each of her whimsical dolls who, in turn, have their own special “magic”. In addition, this year wire artist, Iris Casey adds her own special dimension to the gallery and definitely achieves her goal of tempting a smile, stirring a memory and make a connection with those who see her intricate work.

At Gallery on Main, it is all about an artistic experience. Whether you are in the market for that special “something” that catches your eye and your passion or simply a piece of art that intrigues you, you are certain to find amazing creative works from these various artists as well as from Sharon and Guy, themselves.

Beyond this cultural showcase, Sharon offers people the opportunity to explore their artistic side upstairs in the Gallery’s studio.

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Iris Casey

Spring, summer and fall, Sharon teaches - night courses as well as 2-day weekend workshops to those wishing to try their hand with ink, water colour and pastels (visit www.galleryonmain.ca for schedules). Yes, Sharon still has that penchant for the“Crayola” crayon except it is now a pastel, and she finds pleasure in seeing “the addiction” appear in others once they see the magic that unfolds as Sharon guides and challenges them.

What started out as a forum for the Cranston’s own artistry has now grown to encompass others like themselves and morphed into one small, happy

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Florence Chik Law

Sharon in her studio

“family” of artists and the Cranstons invite you to take time to browse, admire, shop, learn and laugh as you visit their intimate little Gallery on Main.

185 Main Street, Bloomfield

Art galleries

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fine art

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regional artists

custom framing 613-399-5550 • 264 Main St • Wellington

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SideStreet Gallery A Gallery Boutique

If you love artwork that is truly diversified, then trip on over to SideStreet Art Gallery.

Since 1994, owner Paulette Greer has operated her gallery and framing house. From her initial group of twelve, Greer now represents more than 70 local and regional artists.

Many are well-known both in the County and beyond. They

include oil, acrylic, encaustic and watercolour painters; potters, wood-turners, glass, fibre and copper artists, and more.

Originally located in a little house on a side street in Wellington, SideStreet Gallery is housed in an ­historic building located on Main Street in Wellington. Here,Paulette helps visitors to her gallery to select the “right” painting, sculpture or memory of their

visit to The County while continuing to work with the artists themselves..

Today’s visitor will find a grand selection of fine paintings – in the upstairs gallery; and a large choice of unique County memorabilia and gifts, as well as the framing shop, downstairs. This ‘Upstairs-Downstairs’ gallery has something for everyone.

At SideStreet, you will find the ‘Gallery within a Gallery’ where the works of recognized artists are displayed in a unique ‘private’ gallery apart from the main display.

Explore, at your leisure, this gallery of treasures and discover that special gift or a piece of artwork that you must take home to enjoy.

264 Main Street Wellington

MAD DOG GALLERY

Mad Dog Gallery

The County’s 1st Gallery Since 1990, Mad Dog Gallery has been showcasing the works of local artists thanks to owner-artists Anne House and Brian Clark. Being artists, they realized that, with the growing number of other county artists, there was a need to have a place to display everyone’s work.

This is how they became the first art dealers in The County.

Today, the Gallery is home to fifteen local artists. Featured exclusively are the works of Rosemary J. Brown (pastels), Julie Duff (miniatures), Celia Sage

Visit our Distinctive Gallery

Featuring Outstanding Local Artists working in oils, acrylic, pastels, encaustic, glass, wood, metal and textiles group and solo shows alternate throughout the year

525 County Rd. 11, RR1 Picton 613-476-7744

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(oils), Marianne Sanders (fibre), Susan Straiton (oils) as well as their own. Other artists include Tarmo Aun (sculptor), Hugh Charlebois (acrylics), Elizabeth Jackson-Hall (oils), Ian Forbes (hot glass), Doris Richardson (oils), Andrew King (acrylics), Valerie Fulford (jewelry & oils) and Susan Wallis (encaustic).

During the year, the Gallery hosts three or four solo shows, alternating between group shows of about a dozen artists and smaller showings.

An artist by ­p assion and architect by profession, Brian paints whenever he gets an opportunity to do so. Using mainly acrylics, his work is representational and abstract.

For Anne, it is all about taking beautiful cotton fabrics turning them into works of art ranging from quilts, to table cloths to wall hangings combining modern technology with centuries old quilting techniques.

It’s worth the experience to visit Mad Dog Gallery to view County talent at its best.

525 County Rd 11 Picton

La De Dah Gallery & Sculpture Studio

World of Frank De La Roche

At L a D e D a h G a l l e r y & Sculpture Studio, you will enter into the amazing and delightful world of resident

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artist, Frank De La Roche, sculptor extraordinaire.

Here, you will have a chance to view the works of several specialty artists including the work of Jennifer Toliver, Lisa Kurtz, Claus Heinecke, Nikie DeLa Roche, Patrick Skill and Terrie MacDonald.

From encaustic painting to mixed media to pottery to pearl jewellery, you will find a diverse selection of fine art

and sculpture including the work Frank, himself.

This convivial, internationally acclaimed a­ rtist has the ability to not only to draw you into his world but to captivate you with his work.

Although working mainly in Bronze and Stone, his d ­ iverse ­talent also allows him to c­ reatively push the ­elements of cement and metal into a­ mazing works of art which you will find not just in his gallery but also outdoors.

His style is fluid with clean, ­ ncluttered lines that “­suggest” u rather than “state” definitively. This coupled with Frank’s unique sense of shape and ­texture take his art to new levels for the ­lovers of fine art.

Although most of his work is commissioned, Frank, himself, prefers to sculpt more abstract, linear and bold pieces. In fact, he describes his art as “ultimately abstract realism” but you easily know what you are looking at.

Although Frank is a serious artist dedicated to his work, his wry wit is all part and parcel of his work. You may come across tray of assorted human parts which he simply calls “Body Parts”, or a beautifully carved piece entitled “50 Shades of Grey”. It is all a part of the La De Dah “experience” and part of the world of Frank De La Roche at 3252 County Road 8 Waupoos • Picton

Open March - April & October - December: Saturdays & Sundays May to October: Thursdays to Mondays Otherwise by Chance or by Appointment!

613-476-6736 3252 County Road 8 • Picton

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Beauty, Health & Wellness

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Spas & Retreats THE SPA AT SAM’S GARAGE,

Picton Body & Skin Care Reiki & Energy Work Hand & Foot Care Massage Therapies -

Ayurvedic, Thai & Swedish

SERENITY SPA,

Picton La Stone Therapy, Champissage, Reflexology

DOWN TO EARTH,

Carrying Place Nutrition & Wellness, Reflexology

CLARAMOUNT INN & SPA, Picton

Kneipp Water Treatments Body & Skin Care Regenerative Therapies Hand & Foot Care

ADDED TOUCH,

Picton Esthetics & Traditional Spa Services

RETREATS

WYLDWOOD SOJOURN,

Lonsdale - North of Picton

Not Just for Women...

Any more!

For

years, spas, beauty salons and wellness centres have appeared solely a woman’s domain to escape the stresses of everyday life and to indulge in some well deserved personal pampering for a couple of hours, a day or even a week. Today, times are changing as a growing number of men have discovered the benefits and pleasures of facials, pedicures, body scrubs and more.

According to the International Spa Association, men now make up nearly a third of all spa goers. Men wanting to look younger in order to stay competitive in a tough job market are now heading to the spas for a series of treatments that will help keep them stave off the aging process.

While this may hold true for the older generation, younger men have discovered the benefits of de-stressing and pleasure of being pampered.

No longer are men content to simply have sports massages and the occasional manicure; instead, they are indulging in a lunch-time facial or a speedy injection of Botox before heading back to the office. As a result, spas have become a more gender neutral offering services created specifically for men such as the “Gentlemen’s Facial” and aromatherapy using more masculine scented oils.

With everyday life speeding up, stress has been identified as the main reason for both women and now men to visit spas where relaxation as well as preventive measures involving beauty and cosmetic services have become an integral part of restorative relaxation.

While living in the city where quick treatments are all the rage from the 20 minute massage to the 10 minute workout, people are now looking at weekend wellness escapes. As such, The County affords both men and women a slower pace for such pampering pleasures with the variety of spas where visitors can indulge in a wide range of specialized/custom treatments or therapies. You can find them in beautiful stately inns, intimate B&Bs,and even in a delightful refurbished garage with even some that will bring a spa experience directly to you wherever you are staying - perfect for a couple’s spa experience.

Whether you are woman, a man, a couple or a group of friends, the way to a great restorative weekend awaits you, here, in beautiful Prince Edward County.

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Experience the Difference Anywhere ...

Anytime... private exclusive day spa Complete range of customized therapies designed to Restore • Recharge

Balance and Rejuvenate

perfect for any occasion!

Individuals • Couples • Spa Parties

with 25 years of experience in advanced aesthetics and holistic spa therapies

By Appointment

613-476-2249 6 Paul Street • Picton www.spaatsams.com

Inquire About

spa2u Our luxurious d­­ ay spa ­services within the comfort and serenity of your own ­surroundings - indoors/outdoors.

Holistic Nutrition Programs

Customized Dietary Counselling Personal/Family Meal Planning Fun, Interactive Cooking Classes Community Shared Agriculture Program

Reflexology

Relaxation and Removal of Stress Circulation Enhancement Normalization of Metabolism Complement to Other Healing Therapies

Call us to book your appointment!

(613) 394-1139 | 403 Smokes Point Road | Carrying Place www.thymeagain.com/wellness-introduction/

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Nutrition & Wellness

The Spa at Sam’s Garage & Body Shop - Spa2u Experience the Difference!

The Spa at Sam’s Garage & Body Shop is a Private Day Spa catering to individuals, couples and groups which also includes spa2u service.

When you book your Spa session with Sam - the Spa will be your private oasis with no other people or treatments being done at the same time.

If you are planning a quiet couple massage or a girlfriend get away whatever the occasion may be - let them design a package just for you and/or bring the Spa2u.

With more than 25 years experience in Advanced Aesthetics and Holistic Spa Therapies using natural, organic skin care products and pure essential oils designed to go beyond the surface in preventive and corrective skin and body care treatments, a complete range of services and customized spa packages are available to suit every need and budget - from Hot Stone Massages; Ayurvedic; Deep Tissue; Lymphatic; Indian Head Massage; Reiki; Reflexology or Rejuvenating State of the Art Facials with Aromatherapy; Spa Manicures and Pedicures with Reflexology massage, etc.

Reservations for all treatments at the Spa ( or spa2u

appointments - some travel fees may apply )must be guaranteed with a credit card or gift certificate. Please call for appointments or consultations 613-476-2249.

6 Paul Street Picton

ing with cooled stones in a massage treatment. The smooth hot stones relax tired and tight muscles while the soothing chilled stones relieve congestion and inflammation.

It is basically a deep massage without the pain!

At Serenity Spa, it is all about you, your needs and ­w ants. While offering individual treatments, Deb offers the “complete” package which incorporates all that she offers.

Whatever your choice, Deb will always ensure that you feel ­completely ­rejuvenated by the time you’ve completed your ­s ession ,,, Mind you, once you’ve enjoyed one of her treatments, you will find yourself wanting to come back for more pampering .

Located at Caruso’s On King B&B and Spa, in the heart of downtown Picton, (on King Street running parallel to Main Street), this is the perfect place to indulge in a relaxing and therapeutic massage individually, with your partner or with a group of friends.

41 King Street Picton

Serenity Spa

Tranquil Moments

At Serenity Spa, certified therapist, Deb C ­ aruso welcomes visitors to The County to indulge in one of her relaxing and r­ ejuvenating spa treatments amidst the cozy and inviting atmosphere of her home-based spa.

Specializing in LaStone Therapy and ­C hampissage, Deb offers s­ essions in the ancient s­ cience of a­ romatherapy massage as well as the n ­ atural healing of ­r eflexology - an experience not to be missed.

For those of you who are not familiar with LaStone Therapy, it is the application of thermotherapy, a technique using deep penetrating heated riverbed stones and alternat-

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At Down to Earth, Registered Reflexology Practitioner, Lorraine Schmid offers a unique blend of wellness programs to assist you in guiding you towards a natural approach to good health.

Hippocrates, the Father of Modern Day Medicine, once said “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.

Using this philosophy in combination with her first-hand k nowledge of organic farming at Thyme Again Gardens, Lorraine has created a Holistic Nutrition Program that compliments her expertise in Reflexology.

Like Hippocrates, Lorraine believes that food is an adventure and not simply something to get you through the day.

With processed and fast foods being everywhere these days coupled with a busy lifestyle, it’s easy to get into a rut with bad food choices.

Her holistic nutrition program consists of customized dietary counselling, personal/family meal planning, as well as fun, interactive cooking classes that will guide you to a healthier approach to food keeping in mind your busy lifestyle.

In addition to her nutritional approach to wellness, Lorraine offers contemporary reflexology treatments. This centuries old practice will assist you in relaxation and stress removal while enhancing your circulation and normalizing your metabolism.

With Life being all about balance in which none of us makes the perfect choice 100% of the time, Down to Earth can help guide you into a happier, healthier lifestyle. So, the next step is to call to set up your private consultation and start your journey to a healthier you!

403 Smokes Point Road Carrying Place

Claramount Claramount INN,

SPA &

RESTAURANT

I N N , S PA & R E S TA U R A N T

97 Bridge St., Picton | 613.476.2709

Wellness Begins Here Stay With Us Claramount offers seven unique, luxurious suites in our restored colonial revival mansion and additional suites in adjacent buildings.

Relax With Us Rejuvenate in our spa. We feature various aesthetic and therapeutic treatments, as well as an outdoor hot tub and heated salt-water pool with a retractable roof.

Dine With Us Clara’s restaurant overlooks the grounds and the bay. We feature the best of seasonal, regional food in a relaxed, elegant atmosphere. In the summer months, dine on our beautiful patio.

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b e a u t y, h e a l t h & w e l l n e s s Claramount Inn & Spa Wellness begins here!

While visiting the County, why not take advantage of the Claramount’s Inn & Spa full-service spa specializing in Kneipp and Vichy water treatments, and facial, cosmetic and nail services using organic mineral products and DBP, formaldehyde and Toluene-free nail lacquers.

Although the Claramount’s wellness strategy is based in part upon the Kneipp therapeutic model which uses the health promoting qualities of water, plants, exercise, nutrition, and relaxation, it is not limited to just it.

Overlooking Picton Bay, this luxurious, beautiful colonial revival mansion offers beautiful suites as well as a heated indoor/ outdoor saltwater pool, perfect for relaxation and aqua therapies .. a truly rejuvenating experience.

Try one of the Claramount’s signature treatments such

as their maple Anti-oxidant body wrap, using local maple syrup. Men particularly enjoy Claramount’s beer pedicure that starts by soaking their feet in locally crafted beer. Beer contains enzymes that soften callouses and the hops help moisturize skin. Afterwards, enjoy a glass of the County’s own Barley Days beer and enjoy a relaxing dinner at Clara’s restaurant to finish off your experience.

97 Bridge Street Picton

there seems to be no end to the scope of services they offer.

If you are in the mood for a complete facial, a rejuvenating massage, a pedicure or manicure, this is the perfect ­o pportunity to take time out for yourself and treat a loved one to a little TLC while you are both enjoying “The County experience”.

Equipped with a full tanning salon, Added Touch as several tanning beds for those looking to capture some golden hues of summer before a­ ctually hitting the beach.

Fo r t h o s e i n d i v i d u a l s wanting a more permanent souvenir of their stay, they can take advantage of the Added Touch’s professional tattoo service where you can be certain of the level of safety taken to protect your well-being.

If you are a bride who is planning on hosting their wedding here, the Added Touch has reliable and friendly staff who will assist your bridal party and you with hair and make-up on your special day. They really do offer it all at 149 Main Street Picton

Added Touch

... not just for women

The friendly folks at the Added Touch love to promote the fact their services are not just for women but also for the male factor. From head to toes, they’ll take care of your all personal beauty and grooming needs whether it is a quick cut or a full spa treatment. In fact,

Reconnect

with .. .

NATURE! A Year Round Wellness Retreat Celebrating Nature

R e t r e at Wyldwood Sojourn

Reconnect with Nature!

At Wildwood Sojourn, you enter the extraordinary world of renowned mural artist, Maureen Walton whose affinity with nature has resulted in the

Meditation Spiritual Rejuvenation u u u

24hr Retreats including

Circle Work • Shamanic Study, Womb Dance • Drumming Circles Moon Lodge • Crystal work • Art Classes Chant & Mantra Singing u u u

Art Workshops Guest Speakers & More

613-396-3262 2118 Melrose • Lonsdale www.maureenwalton.com/ wyldwood.html

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establishment of Wyldwood ­Sojourn retreat.

S ituated just two minutes from the quaint hamlet of Lonsdale, just a lovely 10 minute drive north of the 401 and off Highway 49, Maureen’s Wyldwood Sojourn hosts a variety of workshops with guest speakers at her home nestled in a serene woodland vista close to a beautiful waterfall.

Blending modern and ancient cultural ­practices, Wyldwood’s authentic Mongolian, Moon Lodge Yurt is a central focal point for many affordable 24 hour retreats (meals included) involving meditation aimed at spiritual rejuvenation surrounded by nature.

Through workshops like the Seven Waves which explores the wisdom of the divine feminine through the ancient art of belly dancing, or their Chakra Healing Retreat focusing on the Sacred Feminine Principle or their monthly Moon Lodge meetings, you can refocus on revitalizing your inner energy.

It is a means of reconnecting with who you are away from the hustle and bustle of everyday stresses which continually exhaust your inner energy and sense of self.

You are invited to explore t h e m a ny f a c e t s o f t h i s special place and discover the delightful ways you can reconnect with nature and your inner-most self through song, dance, art, and more at Wyldwood Sojourn.

2118 Melrose Lonsdale

Boutiques & Shoppes

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Ten Thousand Villages

W

elcome to Ten Thousand Villages where every product tells a story of hope! Look for their bright red doors at 190 Main Street in Picton. When you walk through these doors, you will be part of a very different shopping experience that is guided by the principle of “people over profits”.

613.476.0040

190 Main Street Picton www.tenthousandvillages.ca

Ten Thousand Villages is the oldest and largest Fair Trade organization in North America. The Picton store was established by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in 2008 in order to support a vision of global justice as well as to give The County and its visitors the opportunity to make a purchase that really “makes a difference” in the lives of those less fortunate.

Products sold by Ten Thousand Villages come from over 35 countries in the developing world.

These ­products are purchased from artisan groups that ­provide meaningful work for more than 60,000 individuals. About 70% of these artisans are women and many others have disabilities. Their products do not come from large factories, but are made in small group settings or in homes where artisans also mange household responsibilities or farm work.

Artisans are given a Fair Wage or price for their products. They receive 50% of the agreed price upon receiving the order so that they do not require financing to purchase their supplies. Ten Thousand Villages pays the balance when the products are ready to ship. This fair wage enables artisans to provide health care, education and adequate housing and nutrition for their families.

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Treasures Inside Ten Thousand Villages The store’s hand-crafted pieces include jewelry, home décor items, and musical instruments. Among these are the beautiful embroidered wall hangings, table cloths and cushion covers from the St. Mary’s Mahila Shikshan Kendar in Ahmedabad India. St. Mary’s provides employment and family support to 400 full-time and 100 part-time women. Many of the women are able to pick up their supplies and work at home where they can be with their children. They learn the Gujarati style of embroidery that is traditionally used to prepare dowry materials.

They also carry Fair Trade organic food products including chocolate and coffee. All food items are organically grown by small-scale producers who are able to negotiate fair prices through their co-operatives. You can enjoy chocolate and coffee in good conscience knowing that working conditions and fair wages are bringing such delights.

Not to be ignored is their selection of wonderful books. The shop has a variety of international storybooks that are perfect for children and a number of unique cookbooks for those who enjoy a culinary journey. Pick up a cookbook with a fairly traded recipe using ingredient like olive oil, sugar, salt or rice.

Be sure to check out their County Cupboard that offers a selection of hand-made or home-grown products from folk here in Prince Edward County. This is the store’s way of supporting smallscale producers here at home and offering visitors a convenient way to purchase something from The County.

As to how do they offer these beautiful crafts and food products at such reasonable prices and still pay their producers and artisans a Fair Wage? Most of the shop’s staff are volunteers who are committed to the principles behind fair trade. Walk through the The Sojourner 2014

red doors and join the fair trade community. Together we all can make a world of difference and leave with a purchase that helps others while making us feel great.

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Distinctly Different Quick GUIDE • Giftware • Home & Garden decor • Specialty shops & Factory outlets • Fashion

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way from the maddening crowds, big box stores, the constant retail “sameness” and the lack of ­personal sales assistance when the need a ­ rises, The County offers a myriad of great s­ pecialty shops and boutiques that love to cater to visitors s­ eeking “the uniquely different” from the mass markets in the larger c­ ities.

County proprietors try to ensure that everything they offer within their shops is as unique and as special as The County itself. Some bring in beautiful merchandise from Mexico and other parts of the world. Other shop owners carry all things Canadian while there are those who only give focus on all things “County”.

Whether one is in the market for something new in home decor such as that special lamp for the sofa table or a great set of nesting tables or a distinctive hall carpet, there are several wonderful home and garden shops such as Terraflorens, Ten Thousand Villages, Green Gables, KIKOTO, Heart of The County, Hillier House and Cannery Row to explore, many that also carry great gift ware.

For the true fashionista, specialty fashion shops such as Brag, Garb, J.H. Porte, Diva, Kelly’s and Amour Fine Lingerie offer great shopping experiences whether it is for swim wear, lingerie, dresses, sportswear, shoes or accessories. In fact, the most discerning fashionistas will find collections that they would have difficulty finding elsewhere, surprising many who would not expect to find such unique, trend setting styles on an island oasis like The County.

In The County, you can experience the pleasure of having the freedom to browse without the pressure to purchase. When you do find something that does pique your interest, the friendly proprietors and their helpful staff will be on hand to give you the personal attention that makes shopping in The County distinctly different. Enjoy!

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G IFT W ARE • H o m e & G a r d e n D e c o r Zest Kitchen Shop

Terraflorens

For the culinary enthusiast, Zest Kitchen Shop is dedicated to you - people who simply appreciate good food, enjoy cooking, and love entertaining.

Located centrally on Picton’s Main street, this chic, specialty shop is well-stocked with quality kitchen products that make cooking easy and your entertaining look stylish.

Some of the brands you will find include All-Clad, Chicago Metallic, Emile Henry, Epicurean, Le Creuset, Lodge Logic, OXO, Victorinox and Wusthof which are recognized favourites for anyone who loves being in the kitchen cooking up an array of deletable delights and serving them up in the latest trend setting tableware.

For those of you who are looking to soak up the great outdoors, there are picnic baskets, outdoor dishware and a large assortment of BBQ tools. If you’re hosting a dinner party, then stop at Zest for latest in tablelinens, candles and glassware.

Looking for that special gift for a wedding or other special occasion, Zest’s selection of beautiful serving pieces, cookbooks and unique, one of a kind gadgets may just be the perfect answer.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? Please don’t hesitate to ask proprietor, Jenny Otsuka. Zest frequently arranges for special and bulk purchases for individuals and restaurants.

With the County renowned for its cuisine, it is only natural to find that Zest offers the caliber of kitchenware and entertaining products that are in keeping with level of culinary artistry found throughout the County.

You are invited to take time to explore this family-run shop which offers a chic yet comfortable shopping experience with friendly, knowledgeable staff.

192 Main Street Picton

T h e re’s a l o t t o b e s a i d about blending old world charm with trendsetting styles in home decor. This is exactly what you will find at Terraflorens, one of the County’s most trendingsetting home decor boutiques.

Filled with fabulous items for your home and you, you will have fun exploring this inviting shop. With novelty kitchenware, cheerful table linens, placemats and those items that will brighten up any kitchen or dining occasion, the merchandise just seems to say “Take me home with you!”.

Not to be missed is Terraflorens’ fine selection of bathroom accessories and personal toiletries for the little pampering that everybody deserves to enjoy.

In addition to their extensive selection of area carpets, blinds, elegant candle holders, specialty candles, garden accessories and other wonderful home accents, there are some intriguing and fun, novelty gift items.

If you are looking for a great gift for a forthcoming wedding or someone anniversary, then you are certain to find that “special” something for them here.

With all that Terra Florens has to offer, this unique giftware and home decor boutique should be on your list to drop in to find that personal treat to take home.

277 Main Street Bloomfield

For the Culinary Enthusiast!

Stylish Home Trends

quality kitchenware and tableware for your home

192 Main St W, Picton 613.645.9378

www.zestkitchenshop.com

TERRAFLORENS

Porch Living at It’s Finest!

613.393.1993 • 277 Main Street • Bloomfield

Treasures at Cannery Row

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G IFT W ARE • H o m e & G a r d e n D e c o r

More Colourful Treasures at Ten Thousand Village, Picton

Ten Thousand Villages Gifts that Give Twice!

Ten Thousand Villages is a fair trade organization founded by the Mennonite Central Committee over fifty years ago in order to create a market for hand-made crafts coming from the developing world.

The products come from 35 countries in the developing world from more than 100 artisan

KOKITO

groups providing work for more than 60,000 individuals. About 70% of the artisans are women. Some artisan groups also seek to employ persons with physical disabilities.

Operated by the members of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, this wonderful shop is filled with products that are as unique as they are beautiful to behold.

190 Main Street Picton

Celebrating Canadian Design & Lakeside Living

When KOKITO opened its doors mid-summer 2013 it was immediately clear to proprietors Shelley Durnin and Jenn Hardenne that they needed to expand. Then again, the shop’s original home measured just 165-square feet. “It was supposed to be a seasonal

business, but we were happily overwhelmed with the positive response.” Says Durnin. “KOKITO seems to resonate with people.”

Within six months the business had relocated and expanded into the village of Bloomfield’s old post office. “The exposed bricks and worn wood floors felt like the right backdrop for what we wanted to do.”Says Hardenne. Inspired by cozy cottage interiors and the

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G IFT W ARE • H o m e & G a r d e n D e c o r great Canadian outdoors, KOKITO has quickly become a one-stop destination for everything from canoe paddles and handcrafted furniture to screen-printed textiles and an array of small, artisanal house wares – most designed and/or handmade in Canada with a small selection, including antique Persian rugs, from far away places.

Durnin and Hardenne work diligently to unearth the shop’s eclectic collection and also encourage collaborations with local artisans. “We love the idea of having products that you won’t see anywhere else.” says Durnin.

“It’s a reflection of our personal tastes, which tend toward the unusual and artistic. Jenn and I are both drawn toward design-driven objects that combine beauty with function.”Open year-round, wares are added regularly so there’s always plenty to browse.

285 Main Street Bloomfield

Hillier House

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Art • Antiques • Design • Decoration

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There is something to be said about the sense of history one gets when one steps over a threshold into a historic landmark where Canada’s first Prime Minister, Sir John A. MacDonald use to shop.

The Hamlet of Hillier’s General Store rang the till for the last time on March 17, 1986; however, the shop had not yet finished serving The County. After a period of rest and restoration, Hillier House reopened on May 24, 2005 thanks to the vision and the passion of interior designer and proprietor, Noreen Kalman.

Renowned for her work as an interior designer to some of Toronto’s most prestigious homes and written up in various publications for her wonderful design and decor projects, Noreen fell in love with The County and its rich history.

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• Clocks • Primitive Décor • Linens & Quilts • Jar Candles • Wine Racks • Entertainment & Culinary Items • Placemat Sets • Wood Crafts • Gourmet • Wind Chimes • Garden Accessories • Jewellery & More

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G IFT W ARE • H o m e & G a r d e n D e c o r Being recognized as North America’s second largest community for historic architecture, the County was a natural magnet for Noreen; therefore, it was no surprise that with Noreen’s passion for history and unique architecture that she was drawn to Hillier’s old General Store. Even in its dilapidated state, Noreen could envision breathing new life into it and restoring it for all to enjoy.

Now, several years later visitors welcome the opportunity to explore and shop in her beautifully restored store that is filled with a fabulous blend of fine antique furnishings, collectibles and today’s new treasures of quality merchandise in keeping with the caliber of her fine antiques that you will find gracing her beautiful shop.

According to Noreen, a merchant in a Derby Hat with a fine looking horse began the

tradition of Rustic Refinement.

At Hillier House, she continues to offer “Fine Goods” providing you with Antiques and Objects of Desire along with her professional design service whenever the need arises.

18646 Loyalist Parkway Hillier

This store is operated by Community Living Prince Edward which is a voluntary membership organization united by their commitment to a common purpose: they exist to facilitate the participation of people with disabilities in the life of the community and its economy.

A visit to the ‘Heart of the County’ will offer you not only unique merchandise, but also warm friendly service. In return you will be supporting people in achieving their personal goals. Come have a wonderful shopping experience at 183 Main Street Picton

Heart Of The County Sweet Country Home

Located in downtown Picton, Heart of the County has a wonderful selection of gifts for all occasions and your enter taining needs. An array of quality merchandise including candles, picture frames, garden accessories, jewelry, clocks, wooden and metal signs, bath products, serving dishes and linen are available through this store.

In addition, there is a great selection of costum jewellery and fashion handbags.

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A Victorian Experience

Renowned for its home decor, Green Gables has expanded its premises to offer you even more choices than ever before when it comes to beautiful home

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furnishings and interior decor accents as well as their amazing array of giftware.

This delightful boutique has the largest collection of quilts in the region in addition to specialty lamps, pictures, furniture, home accent pieces and more.

Within its more than 5000 square feet, you will find a myriad of beautiful gift ideas for every occasion. With a large selection of candles, body care lotions, gift cards, an expanded baby room as well as a Christmas room stocked with select Christmas pieces, you will appreciate why Green Gables is a multi-time winner of the Readers’ Choice Best Gift Shop as well as Readers’ Choice for Best Women’s Accessories. Yes, Ladies... Accessories. There is a room entirely devoted to quality, costume and sterling jewellery as well as novelty fashions that is a must see and shop.

G IFT W ARE • H o m e & G a r d e n D e c o r Green Gables is really the ­ uintessential County Shopping q experience and a sure bet that you will finding that “­something special” whether it is a thank you gift for a friend, a wedding gift or simply that special something that you have always wanted but never found until now!

You are invited to explore the many nooks and crannies of this marvelous shop which have been created specifically with you in mind. Enjoy the experience at 286 Main Street Bloomfield

Galloping Goat A Funky Little Shop

This funky little shop is housed in a 150 year old red barn on the shores of the Black River.

They have something for everyone that happens to drop by from the smallest to the tallest.

There is an eclectic mix of toys, jewellery, women’s clothing, fudge, garden decorand most famously a rather large mix of humourous signs and magnets to tickle the funny bone.

This old barn is directly across the road from the Black River Cheese Factory where you can get fresh curd and ice cream cones, both of which are welcome to come into the shop.

The barn is actually the original cheese factory building circa 1876. Come on down to see one of the prettiest spots in the Count, relax at the picnic tables and take a wander through the shop, you will be glad you made the stop.

906 County Road 13 Black River • Milford

French Country Expect Unexpected

At French Country, proprietor Viola Jull invites you to discover their eclectic array of both functional and decorative merchandise to adorn your home and you.

As the name of her shop implies, French Country is that little touch of “Provence” in The County. Viola immersed herself in all aspects of the French decorative arts while living and traveling in France.

During her frequent buying trips to France, Vi always loved introducing small groups to the pleasures of the French countryside, focusing on local food and wine, and the enchantment of the antique fairs, flea markets and out-of-the-way brocante shops. It was always a joy for her to welcome others to the delights of Provence…

Under the spell of these ­delights, in 1997, she opened French C ­ ountry on Roxborough Street in downtown Toronto, with the mandate of selecting only beautiful and unique items with a sense of whimsy, romance or casual elegance to showcase.

When Viola visited Prince Edward County in 2009, she was taken by its beauty, charm and creative energy. Without thinking twice, she decided to move her business to Main Street, Picton. Her store was featured in Canadian House and Home magazine in 2010.

French Country moved to her permanent location on Picton’s Main Street and is delighted with her spacious new venue where she can now showcase even more of her wonderful treasures for you to view and purchase. They trust you’ll be awed as you discover their eclectic array of merchandise, and that you will find inspiration and joy from all that you find to take home with you.

237 Main Street Picton

Gift & Toys • Fashion Accessories Home Decor •Christmas Entertaining • Garden Accents

Something for 286 Main Street, Bloomfield everyone!

613.393.1494

Open 7 days A week 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. all year www.greengablesbloomfield.com

Open 10-5, May thru September 906 County Road 13 Black River, Prince Edward County 613.476.9696 gallopinggoat.com

Galloping Goat - Black River

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G IFT W ARE • H o m e & G a r d e n D e c o r Casa Lucia

Mexican Style!

The moment you walk across the threshold of Casa Lucia, your senses are awakened as you are greeted with a profusion of bright colours causing you to instantly smile and say “WOW!” as it is so cheerful.

Located in the heart of downtown Bloomfield, this eclectic emporium of great merchandise is definitely an extension of owners wonderful outlook on life.

To some, it may seem to be a little incongruous to have a M ­ exican boutique in a historic Loyalist community, but it works! It is vibrantly different from anything else you will come across in your travels here. In fact, it adds a ­totally different dimension to one’s county shopping experience.

Now, the “WOW!” factor just doesn’t stop there, especially when you discover their huge

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selection of beautiful and funky Mexican sterling silver jewellery, some with semi-precious stones. Whether you are into bangles and rings, earrings or necklaces, their assortment will make you wish you had more than one body to adorn with their fabulous jewellery.

Colourful talavera p ­ ottery, handfired and pointed u ­ sing centuries old methods, is formed into unique garden planters, vases, and sinks. Tin and metalcrafts include tiled mirrors, light fixtures, and other decorative items.

Their shop is filled with ­handloomed and ­embroidered linens, ­including beautiful blouses, children’s dresses and table ­linens. The folk art section ­includes clay sculptures, wooden animal figures, and whimsical tin nichos. For a wonderful shopping experience, visit 273 Main Street Bloomfield

Capturing County History

Discover the richness of Prince Edward County’s history.

Cannery Row PEC is a line of repurposed and rejuvenated County memorabilia that are unique to the region.

Sister act Jane Rutter and Susan Felton have put some fun into functional items for the home.

A contemporary spin on everything from tea towels & mugs, watches & clocks to

tables, chairs and One of a Kind pieces; many embellished with vintage images reminiscent of the people & places that have built the rich communities that make up what is fondly referred to as “The County”.

Stop in, browse and let our reproduced past provide a remarkable present!

287 Main Street Bloomfield

Handmade Metal Platters and Glassware from Casa Lucia

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HANDCRAFTED COUNTRY MEXICAN CERAMICS & ANTIQUES

Functional heritage products for the home, based on County History.

Talavera Pottery From Mexico Mexican Folk Art & Handicrafts • Metal Crafts • Jewellery Home Decor • Bath Decor • Seasonal & Garden

613.393.3330 287 Main Street • BlooMfield

273 Main Street, Bloomfield (613) 393-5936 • www.casalucia.ca

STORE HOURS Vi c to r i a D ay We e ke n d to Ch r i s t m a s, 7 D ay s a we e k , 1 0 - 5 J a n to M ay: O p e n Th u r s to M o n ; Tu e s & We d by c h a n ce / a p p o i nt m e nt.

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SPE C IALT Y STORES & F a c t o r y O u t l e t s Rose Haven Farm & Fibre Arts Store

The “Vogue” of Yarn Shops

This lovely yarn shop is under new ownership this year and has gone through a bit of a transformation on the outside but don’t worry all the fabulous, funky, unique and gorgeous yarns they have always carried are still there!

The downstairs is set up with lots of fleece and roving for the spinner and the felter, plus a corner dedicated to the sale yarns.

Upstairs they now have a small selection of cotton and linen clothing for women to showcase with all our fibre artists beautiful creations.

Then last but certainly not least is all of the delicious natural fibre yarns vying for your attention from the 30 foot long wall, floor to ceiling, of colourful goodness!

The Shop also has a free Knit & Natter evening that all visiting

crafters are welcome to come and join, it is on Tuesday’s 5 – 7 pm and Wednesday 1 -3 pm.

180 Main Street Picton

Just Sweets Retro Bakery The Sweet Life!

When it seems that everything i n o u r l i ve s h a s b e co m e “processed” or “speed” oriented to keep up with the demanding pace of everyday living, it is great to know that there are still places like The County that offer a more natural, slower pace of life.

In fact, as more and more people discover the health dangers of fast food and processed food, they are turning towards a better choices in the food they eat. Fresh vegetables, fruit and fresh baked goods without all the preservatives are becoming the trend.

Roseha

JUST SWEETS Retro Bakery

Sweet treats baked the old-fashion way ... from scratch!

Specializing in DELICIOUS PIES & LOVELY TARTS

Proudly featuring PEC Fare Products - Jams • Preserves & More

613.848.8518 • 3 Corey Street • Bloomfield justsweetsretrobakery@gmail.com

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SPE C IALT Y STORES So, it is great to know that the County has not only a slow food regime but also the fact that there are places like Just Sweets Retro Bakery that offer delightful sweet treats made the good old fashion way...from scratch!

There are a lot of people who still remember the days of coming home to the smell of fresh baked pies or tarts as mothers had the time to bake.

From the moment you walk in the door at Just Sweets, located just off the main street in Bloomfield, your senses will come alive and you will find yourself wanting to sample all the delights that baker, Pat McKay offers in her quaint, country bakery.

From amazing cherry to lemon meringue pies to apple crisp tarts to cupcakes that are works of art, to mention just a few of the many delightful treats that await you, you will have to flip a few coins in order to help you decide what tasty treat you are going to indulge in.

Whether you are on your way to a picnic at the beach or going to visit friends or family in The County, nothing could compare to the delight of enjoying a delicious fresh baked pie, a set of cupcakes or some other wonderful treat from Just Sweets Retro Bakery to complete any meal.

I f you are planning to visit and want something really special, then feel free to order ahead and you will find it there waiting for you to enjoy.

3 Corey Street Bloomfield

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Clear Water Design

Kelly’s

Kayaks • S-U Paddleboards • Canoes

Style with an Edge!

For all of you ladies who live and breath “fashion”, then a trip to Kelly’s will certainly put you in high style as this is the little boutique with big “attitude”... and we mean BIG! BIG! BIG! From fun accessories to the latest trends in ­n ovelty fashions, Kelly has it all.

Whether you are in the ­market for a great little necklace or a saucy handbag, you will discover that this little shop has a wide assortment from which to choose.

With clothes fashions from such trend setting European fashion houses as Gentle Fawn, Red Soul, 2Two, and Darling along with a delightful selection of accessories including great bling, you can be as funky or as saucy as you wish because there isn’t anything “basic” that you’ll find

If you love being active on the water, then a visit to Clear Water Design is a must do. As Canada’s premier manufacturer of kayaks and canoes, they’ve been producing qualit y, rotationally-­molded canoes and kayaks since 1995 always being extremely conscious of environmental factors in their day-to-day operation.

Whether you are into recreational, touring or white water kayaking, they have 14 models from which to choose.

For those of you who prefer canoeing, they also offer a great family style canoe. In addition, they have recently added stand up paddleboards as well as a 13 foot utility boat along with an amazing lounge chairs - perfect for the summer.

This family run business is internationally renowned for their superior designs, quality and selection of durable and affordable accommodating every level of paddler from beginner to expert.

Their factory showroom is open to the public and it is a wonderful opportunity to take advantage of their inhouse deals if you are in the market for a new kayak, canoe, paddleboard, etc...

Located on Northport Road just left off Highway 49 at the foot of the Skyway Bridge, it is worth the drive for the savings and their wonderful selection of watercraft.

1959 Northport Rd Cty Rd 15 • Picton

Fun Fashion For All Aspects Of Life!

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here which is why shopping at Kelly’s is so much fun.

Whatever you do, don’t forget to browse through Kelly ’s other collec tions for baby, home and you as you will certainly find some intriguing home accessories that will certainly put your home decor into a different “light” and which will certainly end up as conversation pieces.

With everything that awaits you at Kelly’s, be sure to put it on your list for “Must Visit” while in The County at 197 Main Street Picton

J.H. Porte

Fashions for Home & You

With The County’s rich history, it is seems fitting that proprietor, Marilyn Hymus of Picton’s newest boutique should name her shop after one of The County’s former mayors and well-known jeweller - J.H.

613.476.6137 197 Main Street Picton www.kellysshop.blogspot.ca

fa s h i o n Porte, son of jeweller W.J. Porte of Irelanad who had come to Prince Edward County in 1854.

Housed in Porte’s former jewellery shop dating back to the late 1800s, which still bears his name on the building and etched glass windows, this beautiful boutique provides a delightful array of goods to tempt you.

With more than 20 years of experience in giftware and fashions, it is not surprising that Marilyn’s keen eye has garnered her a strong following of loyal customers who appreciate the quality of her collections and its warm, friendly service.

Her shop contains everything from beautiful jewellery, lovely ladies fashions, giftware and home decor accents which include luxury toletries perfect for special gifts or to pamper yourself as well as candles, artwork, and so much more.

At J.H. Porte, there is an ambiance that invites you to

stay around and explore at your leisure. The soft melodious music, the friendly smiles combined with quality merchandise make it a wonderful oasis providing you with a great shopping experience.

255 Main Street Picton

J. H. PORTE beautiful!

Garb

welcoming the season with fashion, jewellery, gifts, home décor and so much more.

Effortless Style!

When it comes to fashion, Garb is all about effortless style with a stress on comfort and flexibility you want to suit your lifestyle.

To d a y ’s w o m e n n e e d clothes and fashions that will take them anywhere from day to night and, at Garb, they simply make it easy. In fact, they have customers from all parts of the world who love to shop in their unique boutique where they enjoy personalized, quality service.

It’s not surprising that they have garnered such a strong fol-

255 Main Street Historic Downtown Picton

t. 613.476.5975

Open Mon. to Sat. 10am to 5pm, Sun. 12pm to 4pm

Adornments... to indulge your inner Diva!

Clothes that fit your life!

Spring Looks from...

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Diva

271 MAIN STREET • BLOOMFIELD 613-393-5005 divaadornments.ca

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fa s h i o n lowing when you visit the store.

With collections from some of North America’s and Europe’s top design houses, there is a wealth of lifestyle fashions to suit every woman’s needs and wants, especially when time is everything and choices have to be easy to make especially if your are a tight schedule.

Located in the heart of Bloomfield, Garb is all about fashion to suit your life.

282 Main Street Bloomfield

Open 7 Days a Week!

Selection Changes Daily!

Diva

Divinely Different!

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For the Look that says it all!

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Diva, a most e­ xtraordinary boutique, is devoted to indulging in every woman’s inner Diva.

L i k e i t s ow n e r, Ce l i n e ­P a p i z e w s k a , D i v a i s a n ­evolution of fashion capturing the e­ legance of the past and blending it with the present to create one of the County’s most unique ­boutiques.

With her theatre background, Celine definitely has an eye for the dramatic when it came to clothes and accessories; ­consequently, the theme for her shop is “Glam R Us”, a natural extension of the true Diva which she believes lies within every woman.

The shop is home to a ­c olourful hats, fascinators, fabulous scarves and shawls, ­evening accessories, handbags and i­ncredibly beautiful jewellery at the most amazing prices!

In fact, you may have to glance twice to make sure of the prices as one would expect to pay twice as much in the city for such items!

As Celine says, the criteria for her m ­ erchandise is that it must be interesting, preferably theatrical and beautiful unto itself. Upon entering her boutique, you will find that she stays true to that philosophy.

Drop in at Diva and discover the divine diva within you at 271 Main Street Bloomfield Prince Edward County

Crowe’s Footwear For Every Walk in Life

For those of you who have a secret shoe fetish, be sure to check out the great summer sandals, walking shoes, runners and classy dress shoes at Crowe’s ­Footwear.

As their slogan states, they offer the best service, selection, quality and value on name brand footwear for the entire family.

Their selection is extensive and the prices are the best you will find anywhere in the County and surrounding area. Footwear from such collections as Merrill, Naot, Clarks, Keen, Ecco and more are just some of the lines that you will find.

Having been a family run business for more that 20 years, you will find that these people are the experts when it comes to ensuring that the fit you get in your shoes is the best. Being the County’s footwear s­ pecialists, Crowe’s has also garnered a reputation for outfitting children with proper footwear. So take the opportunity to discover all that they offer at 151 Main Street Picton

City Revival

Quality Recycled Designer Clothing

City Revival is a big, bright, shopping paradise for the whole family to enjoy.

E v e r y s h o p p i n g s t y l e, fashion sense, music taste, and budget will be delighted to discover the consignment inventory from Toronto that changes daily.

Gap and Gucci rub shoulders on the racks while a happy, helpful staff and great music combine to make shopping fun for everyone.

You will also find new European clothing and to top off your ensemble, a huge selection

fa s h i o n of imported silver jewellery, designer bags and great shoes.

Open all year, 7 days a week with new inventory daily. They look forward to seeing you.

275 Main Street Picton

Brag

The Look that says it all!

What’s in a name? Everything!

When it comes to bragging about the latest fashions, no one does it better than Brag.

Nestled in the very heart of downtown Bloomfield, this cozy, eclectic boutique of renowned fashions offers you the choices that make looking great, easy. With fashions from such great names as Soya Concept, Liverpool Denim, Eugenia, Renaur, Libra and more, there is a wealth of great choices.

In addition to a great selection of styles and sizes,

Amour Fine Lingerie For Understated Elegance

Whether you love satin, ­cotton, or lace, Amour Fine Lingerie has something to

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will look great in all those hot summertime fashions for those special occasions .

Besides their extensive ­collection of fine lingerie, you will find a delightful selection of PJs, nighties, robes as well as top of the line swimsuits such as Gottex, Skye and more designed for discerning women who want stylish swimwear at every stage in life.

From everyday functional ­u ndergarments to those understated touches of simple elegance which make you feel like a million, there is something to suit every woman who appreciates comfort and fine lingerie at Amour Fine Lingerie located in the ­beautiful Edward Building. It is all about providing you with the finest selection of quality ­lingerie, sleepwear as well as women’s swimwear at 280 Main Street Picton

suit every woman when it comes to those all i­ mportant undergarments which define “comfor t ” while offering the styling one loves at a variety of price points. From superior quality, sports bras to exquisite embroidered lace lingerie, the selection will astound you.

At Amour, it is not just about offering a tremendous selection but about great service.

Here, certified Professional Bra Fit Consultants are on hand to help ensure that you make the perfect choice when it comes to style, fit and comfort and best of all, their professional consultations are absolutely FREE! If you have never had a consultation with an experience fit consultant,this is the perfect opporunity.

Amour also has M ­ astectomy Bras and offers a variety of figure enhancing undergarments that will ensure you

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PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY WINERIES November 29th-30th December 7th-8th & 13th-14th princeedwardcountywine.ca

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ver the past ­several years, the Prince Edward County Winegrowers Association has taken to c­ elebrating the ­success of their annual harvests and the laying of the vines to rest for the winter hiatus with a joyous, centuries old event ... Wassail.

The tradition, somewhat pagan, Wassail originated from the Old English term “waes hael” meaning “be well”. It was part of an old Anglo-Saxon custom started by England’s cider-producing counties wherein people would sing and drink to the health of the trees in hopes of ensuring a good harvest of fruit in the Autumn. A Wassail King and Queen would be chosen and they would be responsible for leading the wassailers in song from one orchard to the next evoking good cheer amongst the groups and blessings upon the trees.

During Medieval times, Wassail became a reciprocal exchange betwee feudal lords and their serfs as a form of recipient-initiated “giving” - not to be confused with begging. When the wassailers arrived at the house of their lord they would sing “we are not daily beggars that beg from door to door, but we are friendly neighbours whom you have seen before.” The lord of the manor would then give food and drink whereby a silver or pewtered bowl filled with cider or mead seasoned with spices of cinnamon and nutmeg would be passed around in exchange for their blessings and goodwill. The lord would shout “waes hael” and the crowd would respond with “drinc hael” meaning “drink and be healthy”.

Over the years, this event has morphed into its present day version which includes mulled wine, the comeraderie of family and friends in a prelude to the holiday season.

Today, The County plays host to its annual Wassail where visitors can truly get into the Spirit of Wassail and the forthcoming holiday season for three consecutive weekends from mid November to the first week in December (which can vary slightly from year to year). Eighteen wineries, with more joining every year, open up their doors to celebrate this festive period.

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Wassail Song Lyrics Here we come a-wassailing Among the leaves so green; Here we come a-wand’ring So fair to be seen.

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Our wassail cup is made Of the rosemary tree, And so is your beer Of the best barley.

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We are not daily beggars That beg from door to door; But we are neighbours’ children, Whom you have seen before.

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Call up the butler of this house, Put on his golden ring.

Let him bring us up a glass of beer, And better we shall sing.

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We have got a little purse Of stretching leather skin; We want a little of your money To line it well within.

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Bring us out a table And spread it with a cloth; Bring us out a mouldy cheese, And some of your Christmas loaf.

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God bless the master of this house Likewise the mistress too, And all the little children That round the table go.

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Good master and good mistress, While you’re sitting by the fire, Pray think of us poor children Who are wandering in the mire.

REFRAIN: Love and joy come to you,

And to you your wassail too; And God bless you and send you a Happy New Year And God send you a Happy New Year.

Bus tours take Wassail merry makers to visit five or six wineries. Even Spotlight Limousine Tours offers private tours for parties of four or more who wish to revel in the spirit of the season at participating wineries of their Historic Macauley House choosing. If people wish, they can also take their own guided tour, naturally ensuring that they have a designated driver to chauffeur them around.

During Wassail, visitors can sample new vintages, mulled wines, and enjoy tasty Christmas treats - all while shopping or restocking their wine supplies for the forthcoming holiday season. There are even unique gifts, including gift baskets filled with not only wine but other County made products, and stocking stuffers with the wine afficionardos in mind. In addition, there are contests as well as the free wine tastings to anyone who enters a participating winery singing “Here We Come A’Wassailing”.

In conjunction with Prince Edward County Wineries’ Wassail, Macaulay House Museum hosts Wassail by Candlelight on November 29th at 2 pm to December 13th till 6 pm. (For more information on Macaulay House’s event contact Jennifer Lyons, Head Curator at 613-476-2148, ex 258. ) Everyone is invited to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season to travel back in time to enjoy an 1850’s holiday season.

The home’s kitchen hearth will be showcasing as well as offering an array of heritage foods to sample and savour. Period decorations, the glow of candlelight and the true spirit of the Yuletide season will be something that both young and old will enjoy. The museum’s unique gift shop offers special stocking stuffers that are certain to delight the recipients.

So, come one, come all to Prince Edward County’s Wassail and join in the festivities of good times with songs and great cheer along with the winegrowers of The County to kick off the Holiday Season!

New Christmas is coming and New Year begin, Pray open your doors and let us come in!

With our wassail, wassail, wassail, wassail, and joy come wth our joylly wassail!

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The Prince Edward County Festival Players Outdoor Theatre Under the Big Top

hroughout the year, The County plays host to a myriad of events.

From large festivals and events like the Great Canadian Cheese Festival and The Prince Edward District Women’s Institutes’s Arts and Craft Sale, considered to be one of the largest of its kind, to smaller intimate events such as the annual Fish Fry at the Mariner’s Museum.

There is something for everyone, young and old to enjoy and create wonderful memories of their time spent at any of them. They are all worthy of “The ­County Experience”. The following pages will highlight those County cultural events which have become renowned due to their ­outstanding caliber.

The County is rich in the diversity of its talented residents. From artists to musicians to actors to chefs and many more too numerous too mention, you will discover there are numerous reasons to keep returning to The County for a visit.

If you are into the arts involving photography, painting, sculpture, then there are three great art events - Art in the County, CLIC Photography Event, The PEC Studio Tour and The Maker’s Hand.

For those who love live theatre, then there are the series of plays put on by The PEC Festival Players, The PEC Community Theatre (one of The County’s great theatre gems), and the events hosted by The Regent Theatre. Music lovers cannot miss out on the wealth of County musical events held each year including Quinte Isle’s Bluegrass Festival, (every June), the Prince Edward County Jazz Festival (August) and the more classically oriented PEC Music Festival (September).

When it comes to other smaller local events such as Wellington’s Dragon Boat races, the local Fall fairs in Picton, Milford and Ameliasburgh, museum events and the various other community gatherings, you will find that everyone is welcome to join in the fun and the pleasure of attending those that pique your curiosity and discover why County festival and events draw people from far and wide, young and old and from all walks in.

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C OUNT Y & AREA e v e n t S quinte’S isle bluegrass fest May 30th -June 1st

Celebrating its 6th year, The Quinte’s Isle Bluegrass Festival is usually held the first weekend in June, annualy.

Hosted by at the enchanting brounds of Quinte’s Isle Camp Park - five minutes from Sandbanks Provincial Park, it features local and regional Canadian bands bringing the finest in Canadian bluegrass music for everyone to enjoy.

It is a weekend of music, good, jamming, fun and best of all... friendships that can last a lifetime!

Each year a local charity is honoured and a donation is made from the profits of the event’s silent auction.

So, if you missed the event this year, then be sure to mark your calendars for next year’s. www.quintebluegrass.com

ART IN THE COUNTY June 27th - July 13th

Celebrating its 21st year, Art in

the County is considered one of the finest juried art shows in Eastern Ontario as well as being the largest.

Featuring the talented artists of The County, it showcases an exciting and diverse range of work including watercolour, acrylic, oil, glass, fibre, ceramics, p h o t o g r a p h y, s c u l p t u r e , jewellery and much more.

Attracting thousands of visitors from across around the wor ld, the event has­ ­Jurors’ Choice Awards as well as the P ­ eople’s Choice Award which is ­determined by ballots completed by visitors to the show. There are also raffle prizes donated by the artists.

Upstairs at Books & Co 289 Main Street, Picton Daily 10:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sundays till 5 pm Admission: $3.00 Children Under 12 Free www.artinthecounty.com

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PEC FAMOUS PLAYERS SUMMER THEATRE

July 5th - 6th

July - August

The 3rd Annual Lavender Festival hosted by Rolande & Derek of Prince Edward County Lavender Farms in Hillier.

There will be live music, workshops on how to make lavender crafts. You’ll find taste booths where you can enjoy items baked and cooked with lavender as well as other fresh herbs that are grown at Lavender Farms. They’ll have lavender distillation demonstrations, field tours where you will learn how to take care and maintain lavender plants, and other

Festival Players have done it again! Producing another entirely Canadian season of plays for your enjoyment.

The following will give you the rundown on what’s in store in this roving festival of plays that are showcased around The County taking you to unique venues for wonderful live theatrical events.

THE SUNDAY SERIES

July 13 • 20 • 27 August 10 • 17 • 24 Take your pick from a delicious spread of award-winning, onenight-only performances. Whatever your taste – you’ll find something to whet your appetite as part of this outstanding series. Enjoy a glass of wine and light snacks prepared

by Chef Sebastien Schwab will be available for purchase.

activities yet to be announced.

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission: $5 Children Under 12 FREE PEC Lavender Farms 732 Closson Road • Hillier

List of Sunday Events Weaksauce: a coming of age comedy of first times, second chances and third wheels.

The National Theatre of the World: creates exciting, provocative, and instantaneous theatre through improvisation.

The Polka Dogs: are the band that wowed the world with its explosive, raucous, joyous sound and that sultry, fantastic voice with lyrics that make your heart leap and your imagination soar.

Parsons & Morel Make Magic: Witness comedic hypnotism, midbrowsing and telepathic texting.

Jenny Parsons and Steve Morel perform their Canadian Comedy Award nominated magic show.

Du Coq à L’Âme (Tales of Everyday Life): Nathalie Nadon’s cabaret show is a reflection of her French personality; passionate, exuberant, charming and authentic. Her repertoire is a blend of English jazz standards and French cabaret songs that will take you on a musical journey.

Autobiography: George Meanwell: Th e e xq u i s i te l y t a l e nte d multi-instrumentalist from Festival Players “Notorious Right Robert and his Robber Bride” returns with his intimate autobiographical music and

ART & CRAFT SALE

Thursday, August 1st It is one of the most successful events of its kind in Ontario.

Once a year, Prince Edward County plays host to the largest art and craft sale in Eastern Ontario. Now in its 20th year, this event continues to grow and is traditionally held on the Thursday before Ontario’s August long weekend Over two hundred and fifty vendors come from across the province to display to sell their art and crafts: stained glass, paintings, clothing, wood products, pottery, jewellery, toys. In addition, there are delicious home-style lunches, suppers, and snacks prepared

by Women’s Institute who host the event as a community fundraiser. Make sure you have a good pair of walking shoes; you’ll definitely be walking away with treasures in hand.

Picton Fairgrounds Admission: $3 Children Under 12 FREE

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storytelling show featuring Eric St-Laurent.

Huff Estates Winery 2274 County Rd.1• Bloomfield

radio:30

July 22nd - August 2nd “Ever have one of those days?” asks veteran radio actor Ron, as he sits down at the microphone to record a simple ad spot. Ron is having one of “those days” right before our eyes. This acclaimed dark comedy, about an actor who comes unglued in the recording studio, has snapped up major awards and the attention of audiences and critics alike.

Chris Earle is pitch-perfect as Ron, the silver-tongued “goto guy” with the inimitably friendly voice.

Mount Tabor Playhouse 2179 Cty Road 17, Milford

Test drive

August 5th-24th Grand Tent Show Earl Hughes loves his wife, children and cars – and not a l ways i n t h at o rd e r. H e also considers his life to be resoundingly ordinary, except that every ten years or so he sets out on a test drive that rocks his world. Earl’s trip begins in 1954 – a hurricane is brewing but he still thinks he can sell a Nash Metropolitan to a wouldbe starlet. From there he drives through the Cold War, detours around Woodstock and comes to a screeching stop in 2014 – when he must go to war to keep his driver’s license.

Rosehall Run, 1243 Greer Road near Wellington

C OUNT Y & AREA e v e n t S prince edward community THEATRE Prince Edward Community Theatre P..E.C.T.) was established in June, 2008 as a non-profit live theatre organization by Founder & current President, Lynn Fennell, a retired educator.

Its mandate is to offer affordable live theatre of the highest achievable quality to the local community and visitors, alike.

Their subscription series is staged at Mt. Tabor Playhouse in Milford, a charming county theatre that is as unique as The Regent Theatre.

P.E.C.T. also stages productions off-site apart from its subscription series, most recently at Huff Estates Inn and Winery in Bloomfield As a member of the Eastern Ontario Drama League & Theatre Ontario., there is alway a warm welcome for new participants, both on stage and off, as they

continue to expand both their audience & their talent base.

This year’s forthcoming series of plays running into the 2015 series offers a wonderful selection of great plays which include The Long Weekend showing in October and two great classics - The Drawer Boy in February and Agatha Christie’s famous The Mousetrap in May of next year.

So mark your calendars!!

Treat yourself to a great autumn weekend in October; a delightful romantic getaway in February and kick off a great Spring in May. For more information, visit www.pecommtheatre.ca

“Live theatre in the heart of the County”

THE LONG WEEKEND

by Norm Foster Oct. 17, 18, 24 & 25th at 8 p.m.

2014/2015 SEASON LINEUP

THE DRAWER BOY

by Michael Healey Feb. 7 & 14th at 8 p.m.

Feb. 8 & 15th at 2 p.m.

THE MOUSETRAP

by Agatha Christie May 1, 2, 8 & 9th at 8 p.m.

For Venue and ticket information visit: WWW.PECOMMTHEATRE.CA

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C OUNT Y & AREA e v e n t S PEC JAZZ FESTIVAL

August 12th - 17th For jazz lovers, the PEC Jazz Festival is a “must” attend event! Held annually, this festival has become one of Ontario’s most exciting jazz events. Venues all over The County host various jazz events with prime evening concerts being held at the historic Regent Theatre. There is jazz at wineries, jazz dinners; meet the artist events and casual fun jam sessions.

What better way to spend the weekend amidst the sound of sweet jazz that permeates throughout The County?

This year’s event include homage to Jazz great - George Gershwin which includes some of the greatest names in Jazz today.

Check out the following names and book your tickets today!

Tuesday, August 12 Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue

Wednesday, August 13 Jazz Gala with Dinner Guido Basso & Russ Little - with Robi Botos, Scott Alexander & Brian Barlow

Thursday, august 14 Dave Barton & Scott Alexander; Hannah Barstow; Jenica Rayne Trio; Tribute to Dave Brubeck - the Remi Bolduc Quartet; After Hours Jam Session with the Robi Botos Trio

PEC MUSIC FESTIVAL

Saturday, August 16

September 19Th - 28th According to Artistic Director and Canada’s most original composers, Stéphan Lemelin, “musical communication is a three-way street flowing between performer, composer and audience”.

Celebrating its 11th year, the Prince Edward County Music Festival provides a unique and exciting artistic experience by featuring the works of a living composer along with works from other eras and genres.

Th e p e r fo r m a n ce s i n t h e acoustically superb Church of St. Mary Magdalene are designed to delight a broad spectrum of musical tastes, while providing a unique window into the world of music amidst an intimate setting.

Lenny Solomon & Reg Schwager; The Music of Jim Hall; Jazz Van with the Chameleon Jazz Band; Autobahn; Mike Francis Duo; David Braid; The Starpainters; Hannah Barstow; Angela Turone Trio; Renee Rosnes Quartet; After Hours Jam Session with the Robi Botos Trio

Sunday, August 17 Jazz Mass with the Robi Botos Trio Meet the Artists Brunch Jazz Van with the Chameleon Jazz Band; Canadian Jazz Quartet; Dan Bone Trio; The Starpainters; Mike Francis Duo; Chelsea McBride Quartet;

Friday, september 19 Penderecki String Quartet Stéphane Lemelin

Hannah Barstow; Lenni Stewart; Don Englert Trio Gershwin In Blue - An Evening of George Gershwin David Braid, Jackie Richardson & The Brian Barlow Big Band

saturday, sept 20 Denise Djokic, cello

sunday, september 21 André Laplante, piano

Thursday, sept 25

Nikki Chooi, violin & Philip Chiu, piano

Admission: $38 for Main Stage Shows Available at The Regent Theatre Main St, Picton 877-411-4761 613-476-8416 (ext. 28) www.pecjazz.org

friday, september 26 Ensemble Made in Canada

saturday, september 27 Carmen on Tap: Dinner & Opera at a winery!

sunday, september 28 I Musici de Montréal Chamber Orchestra

Tickets Available: The Regent Theatre Main St, Picton 877-411-4761 613-476-8416 (ext. 28) www.pecjazz.org

PEC studio Tour

September 19Th - 21st Recognized as one of the longest running and most divers Studio Tours in Ontario, this 3-day weekend event features some of the County’s most talented artists and artisans as well as guest artists who welcome you to explore their individual world of art.

Visit them in their studios and experience a broad range of work including painters, photographers, glass and fibre artists, jewellers, potters, sculptors, doll makers to name just a few of the many types of work that you will find along your tour. Don’t forget to drop into Mad Dog Gallery as they showcase some of their artists demonstrating how they create their individual work.

This tour attracts thousands of visitors over this long weekend event and this year there are more than 29 artists to visit.

Various Studios & Galleries Daily 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Admission: Free 613 476 4811 www.pecstudiotour.com

friday, august 15 Dan Bone; Marika Galea; Hannah Barstow; Robert Keyes; Hannah Barstow Trio Remembering Jim Hall with Reg Schwager, Lorne Lofsky, David Occhipinti & Rob Piltch After Hours Jam Session with the Robi Botos Trio

What to expect during the PEC Studio Tour!

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C OUNT Y & AREA e v e n t S CLIC PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW

July 25th-August 10th

Th e 5 t h A n n u a l E a s te r n Ontario Photography Show and Sale, Clic, hosted at Books & Company, is another great event sponsored by the Prince Edward County Arts Council which highlights a multitude of talented photographers.

This is a juried show and sale which is open to anyone residing in Eastern Ontario.

There is both a youth and adult division. The show takes photography to new levels and gives greater recognition to this great art form.

Prizes are awarded to the photographic artists at the Opening Ceremonies. A People’s Choice Award is presented on the last day of the show. Join them in sharing your love of photography a and if you are a resident of

THE Historic REGENT THEATRE

Eastern Ontario, they welcome your participation for their competition for next year’s event.

Open 10 am - 6 pm Daily Admission: Adults $2 Children Free Books & Company 289 Main Street 2nd Floor Picton

OPEN YEAR ROUND

The historic Regent Theatre in downtown Picton has undergone many changes since its inception circa 1918. From vaudeville stage to movie house, the Regent is Prince Edward County’s premiere

The Regent Theatre

enter tainment venue for almost a century.

A half million dollars in renovations has made the Regent wheelchair accessible, improved the seating, the refreshment centre and wine bar and more, while retaining its historic integrity.

The Regent has a regular weekly movie schedule as well as special Cinefest shows.

Live entertainment covers everything from telecast of live opera, ballet and theatre productions from around the world to a live on stage Blues series, the Prince Edward County Jazz Festival, comedy and other stage shows.

The Regent Box Office is open Monday to Saturday 10 am to 4 pm, with extended hours on show nights.

For information phone 613-476-8416 or The RegentTheatre.org.

224 Main Street • Picton

2014 SEASON July 13 - Aug 24

The Sunday Series at Huff Estates

A different live performance each week!

July 22 - Aug 2

Radio :30 by Chris Earle

An award-winning dark comedy at Mount Tabor Playhouse

Live theatre you can only experience in The County!

Aug 5 - 24

Test Drive by Dave Carley

A classic comedy under the tent at Rosehall Run vineyards.

Aug 1-24

All for Beaver Hats! by David S. Craig

Festival Players for Families in various County venues.

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613 476 2887 Sun. 1 - Chris Antonik Tickets $15 Fri. 6 - Ambre Mclean Sat. 7 - Dylan Hennessy Fri. 20 - Steve Stacey Sat. 21 - Derek Christie SUNDAY 22 - MATTHEW BARBER tickets $25 fri. 27 - Jason Fowler Sat. 28 - Jake Chisolm

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JULY The County Music! ...Throughout happy canada day!

ACOUSTICfri.GRILL 4 - Spencer Evans

Sat. 5 - Tony Silvestri sun.

6 Cyril Dimitrues 172 Main Street in Downtown Picton : Music starts at 7 p.m. and are subject to change without notice.

Fri 11 - Peter Van Nuis Sat. 12 - Bobby Cameron For more information,Fri. call 613.476.2887 18 - Graham Playford Sat. 19 - Kevin Head MAY Fri 25 - Tom Savage Sat 26 - Kelly Sloan Fri. 2nd - Drew & Jake Sat. 3rd - Jamie Murphy Sun 27 - Chris Gauthier Sunday 3rd - Steve Dawson Tickets $25 Fri. 9 - Bluezone Saturday 10 - TBA AUGUST Fri. 16 - Julie Corrigan Sat. 17 - Kevin Head Fri 1 - Steve Fisher Sat. 2 - Terry Tufts Thurs. 22 - Stephen Lewis Sun 3 - Tanya Philipovich & Lucas Stagg Fri. 23 - Vince Thornton Sat. 24 - Matt Smith Fri 8 - John Carroll Sat 9 - Tim Bastmeyer Fri. 30 - Sam Allison Sat. 31 - Mark Ripp Sun 10 - Eugene Smith tickets $5 Fri - 15 - Vince Thornton Sat 16 - Bobby Cameron JUNE Sun. 17 - Ben VanDergaast Sun. 1 - Chris Antonik Tickets $15 Fri 22 - Kyra & Tully Sat 23 - Matt Smith Fri. 6 - Ambre Mclean Sat. 7 - Dylan Hennessy fri 29 - Jake Chisolm Sat 30 - Peter Verity Fri. 20 - Steve Stacey Sat. 21 - Derek Christie Sun 31 - Sean Ashby SUNDAY 22 - MATTHEW BARBER tickets $25 fri. 27 - Jason Fowler Sat. 28 - Jake Chisolm SEPTEMBER Fri 5 - Drew & Jake Sat 6 - Jerry Leger JULY Fri 12 - Spencer Evans Sat 13 - Gary Dillon happy canada day!

Fri 19 - Shawn Donnelly Sat. 20 - Rory Taillon fri. 4 - Spencer Evans Sat. 5 - Tony Silvestri Fri 26 - The X husbands Sat 27 - Andy Griffith sun. 6 - Cyril Dimitrues OCTOBER 7th @ 7pm Fri 11 - Peter Van Nuis Sat. 12 - Bobby Cameron Fri. 18 - Graham Playford Sat. 19 - Kevin Head GUY DAVIS tickets $50 inc. dinner Fri 25 - Tom Savage Sat 26 - Kelly Sloan all music is subject to change with no notice Sun 27 - Chris Gauthier

barley room AUGUST pubFisher Fri 1 - Steve

coach’s pub & grill Sat. 2 - Terry Tufts

dave’s roadhouse

Sun 3 - Tanya Philipovich & Lucas Stagg Call 613-476-7492 for info on Sat Call9613.476.5888 for info on Fri 8 - John Carroll - Tim Bastmeyer Sun 10 - Eugene Smith tickets $5 Live Weekend Entertainment Live Weekend Entertainment Fri - 15 - Hook Vince Sat 16Main - Bobby 395 Sandy RdThornton • Picton 251 StreetCameron • Picton Sun. 17 - Ben VanDergaast Fri 22 - Kyra & Tully Sat 23 - Matt Smith fri 29 - Jake Chisolm Sat 30 - Peter Verity Sun 31 - Sean Ashby

SEPTEMBER Fri Fri Fri Fri

Call 613.480.6635 for info on Live Weekend Entertainment 106 Main Street • Bloomfield

Call 613.779.7888 for info on Live Weekend Entertainment 5529 Hwy 62 • Rossmore (Close to Belleville)

County Churches

5 - Drew & Jake Sat 6 - Jerry Leger St. Andrew’s 12 - Spencer - Gary Dillon PICTON Evans Sat 13Presbyterian Church 19 - Shawn Donnelly Sat. 20 - Rory Taillon 476-6201 26 - The husbands Sat 27 - Andy Griffith First BaptistXChurch

Corner of King & Bowery, Picton OCTOBER 7th @ 7pm 476-6697 10:30 am Service King Street, tickets Picton GUY46DAVIS $50 inc. dinner St. Gregory The Great 10 amis Service all music subject to change with no notice Roman Catholic Free Methodist Church 476-5960 • 384 Main Street. E. Picton 10:55 am & 6:30 pm Service

Legendz pub

476-6276 • 7 Church Street, Picton 10:00 am

Gilead Fellowship 476-2622 • 2 Downes Ave, Picton 10:30 am Service

St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church 476-2324 • 339 Main Street, Picton 9: 00 & 10:30 am Service

Gospel Hall 476-5617 McFarland Drive, Picton 9:30 am breaking of bread & 7 pm Gospel Service

The Salvation Army 476-3156 Queen & Elizabeth Street, Picton 11:00 am & 6:30 pm Service

Picton United Church 476-6050 • 6 Chapel Street, Picton 10:30 am Service

The Village Community Church 471-0777 53 Nery Ave, Macauley Village, Picton 6:30 pm Service

Picton United Pentecostal Church 476-6643 Loyalist Parkway (Hwy 33), Picton 10:00 am & 7:00 pm Service

Glenora United Church 476-5843 • Lake-On-The-Mountain 11:00 am Service

West Lake Church of Christ 393-1305/2142 Corner of Couty Road 12 & 18 11 am Service

Wellington Pentecostal Church: 399-2292 304 Niles Street, Wellington 11:00 am & 6:30 pm Service

BLOOMFIELD

Wellington United Church 399-3708/3492 304 Niles Street, Wellington 11:00 am & 6:30 pm Service

Friendship United Church 476-2020 • Demorestville 11:00 am Service Bethany Christian Reform Church 393-1684 158 Main Street, Bloomfield 10:00 am & 7:00 pm Service Bloomfield United Church 393-2160 • 58 Main Street, Bloomfield 10:30 am Service Emmanuel Baptist Church 393-2234 • Corey Street, Bloomfield 10:30 am & 7:00 pm Service

St. John’s Anglican Church 476-2324 • County Road 8 9:00 am Prayer or Holy Communion Cressy United Church 476-2062 County Rd 7 - 10 Miles South East of Lake on the Mtn. 9:45 am Service St. Philip’s Anglican Church 476-2324 • Village of Milford 11:00 am Service

WELLINGTON St. Andrew’s Anglican Church 399-2119 • Wellington 11:00 am Service

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You are cordially invited to attend any of our County Churches.

Please check the times as they do change.

C OUNT Y & AREA e v e n t S

Calendar of Events & Activities MAY S&Sn S S...

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May 3rd- 4th May 3rd May 10th-19th May 18th May 30th-June1st

SPORT FESTIVAL FESTIVAL HERITAGE A & E

34th Annual Kiwanis Walleye Fishing Weekend Terroir Wine Celebration - Crystal Palace - PEC County Wine Growers Spring Birding Festival - Prince Edward Point National Wildlife Area All County Museums Open Quinte’sIsle Bluegrass Celebration - Quinte’s Isle Campground

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June 1st June 7th-8th June 12th & 26th June 20th-22nd June 27th-July 13th

HERITAGE FESTIVAL A & E FESTIVALS A & E

Decoration Day at Glenwood Cemetery The Great Canadian Cheese Festival - Crystal Palace, Picton Fairgrounds Quarter Moon Cafe - Baxter Building in Bloomfield PEC 50th ANNUAL ANTIQUE FAIR - Picton Fairgrounds ART IN THE COUNTY EXHIBITION - Books & Company

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July & August July 1st July 1st July 1st to 13th July 5th July 5th-6th July 5th-6th July 9th July 7th-11th July 13 • 20 • 27 July 10th & 24th July 9th-13th July 19th July 22nd-Aug 2nd July 26th July 24th-26th July 26th-Aug 10th July 31st

HERITAGE Historic Walking Tours - A Guided Tour into the Past 6:30-8:30: Glenwood cemetery FESTIVALS Canada Day Celebrations - Throughout the County FESTIVALS Wellington Canada Day Celebrations - Wellington Heritage Museum A& E ART IN THE COUNTY EXHIBITION -Books & Company HERITAGE Annual Mariners’ Park Fish Fry - Mariners’ Park Museum FESTIVAL 3rd ANNUAL LAVENDER FESTIVAL - Lavender Farms, Hillier A & E Rock, Gem & Mineral Show - Crystal Palace HERITAGE Pioneer School Day at Victoria Schoolhouse in Ameliasburgh HERITAGE HISTORY ALIVE, Summer Experience Camps - at different county museums 613-968-9678 A&E Festival Players: Sunday Series, Huff Estates Inn & Winery, Bloomfield A & E Quarter Moon Cafe - Baxter Building in Bloomfield FESTIVAL Belleville Waterfront and Ethnic Festival - Zwick’s Park, Belleville - Midway, Food & More FESTIVAL 1st Bubble Festival - Wellington A&E Festival Players: Radio:30 - Mount Tabor Theatre A & E Music at Port Milford A&E Empire Theatre’s Rockfest 2013- Empire Outdoors • Downtown Belleville A&E CLIC - EASTERN ONTARIO PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW & SALE - Books & Co. Picton CRAFTS PEC WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 30th ANNUAL ART & CRAFT SALE - Picton Fairgrounds

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August 1st-10th August 2nd & 9th Aug 5th-24th August 8th-10th August 9th August 9th August 14th & 28th August 11th-15th August 11th August 12th-17th August 16th August 16th August 24th August 31st-Sept 1st August 31st

A&E CLIC - EASTERN ONTARIO PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW & SALE - Books & Co. Picton continues A & E Chamber Music Festival - Port Milford A&E Festival Players: Test Drive - Rosehall Run Vineyards,1243 Greer Rd, Wellington Festival Ribfest - Zwicks Parks, Belleville - Just across from Rossmore CLUBS Wellington Lions Club Dragon Boat Races - Wellington Harbour FESTIVAL PEC Rotary Wine Celebration Wellimgton Community Centre A & E Quarter Moon Cafe - Baxter Building in Bloomfield HERITAGE HISTORY ALIVE, Summer Experience Camps - Wellington Heritage Museum HERITAGE Mariners’ Memorial Service – South Bay Church 3 pm FESTIVAL ANNUAL PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY JAZZ FESTIVAL- Picton & area FESTIVAL Jazz at the Glenwood Chapel - Glenwood Cemetery, 47 Ferguson Street, Picton HERITAGE Rose House Museum Fish Fry - Waupoos A & E Kaleidoscope...A Celebration of Craft & Design - Fields of West Lake, Bloomfield A&E Rednersville Road Annual Art Tour HERITAGE Pioneer Heritage Day - Ameliasburgh Heritage Museum The Sojourner 2014

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Calendar of Events & Activities September

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Sept 5th-7th Sept 11th & 25th Sept 12th-14th Sept 13th-14th Sept 13th Sept 19th-21st Sept 19th-28th Sept 20th Sept 26th-28th Sept 27th-28th Sept 27th

CULTURE A & E EVENT CLUBS CULTURE A & E A & E HERITAGE Festival CULTURAL SPORT

The Annual Prince Edward County Fall Fair at Picton Fairgrounds Quarter Moon Cafe - Bloomfield Old Town Hall PEC Annual Antique Fall Show & Sale - Picton Fairgrounds Annual Model Train Show - Picton Fairgrounds Milford Fair - Milford PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR- COUNTY WIDE PRINCE EDWARD CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL - St. Mary Magdelene, Picton Veteran’s Day - Glenwood Cemetery, 47 Ferguson St, Picton TASTE - A Celebration of Regional Cuisine - Picton Fairgrounds Ameliasburg Country Fair - Ameliasburgh Kiwanis Bicycle Colour Cribbage Ride

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October 5th October 18th Oct 31st-Nov 2nd

SPORTS FESTIVAL A & E

10th Annual Prince Edward County Marathon The Annual Wellington Pumpkin Fest - Main Street, Wellington THE MAKER’S HAND- ART & CRAFT SALE, PICTON FAIRGROUNDS

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Nov 28th-30th November 28th Nov 29th-30th

FESTIVALS CULTURAL FESTIVAL

Festival of Trees at the Crystal Palace & Picton Community Centre Bloomfield Festival of Lights - Evening Christmas Parade Wassail - A wine event throughout the County & Macaulay House (Saturday Only)

december S December 1st CULTURAL Santa Claus Parade in Downtown Picton S-Sn Dec 7-8 & 13-14 FESTIVALS Wassail - A wine event throughout the County & Macaulay House (Saturday Only) M = Monday, T = Tuesday, W = Wednesday, Th = Thursday, F = Friday, S = Saturday, Sn = Sunday

Kaleidoscope a celebration of craft & design August 24th

The 3rd Annual Kaleidoscope event runs Sunday, August 24.

The mission of Kaleidoscope ...

A Celebration of Craft & Design Show is to create a beautiful and intimate experience for both artisans and attendees alike while promoting the celebration of exceptional craft and extraordinary design.

It is a contemporary arts and crafts movement, steering away from mass-produced items, changing the perspective of what a “craft show” now is.

A new era has evolved! This indoor/outdoor show features

over 45 incredible artists and artisans, live music, local food vendors and a licensed bar.

Items generously donated by the artisans will be raffled off with the proceeds benefitting the local equine therapy organization, HEAL with Horses.

Discover upcycled clothing, trend setting jewellery, birdhouses to garden decor and more… Kaleidoscope is an excellent opportunity to find that handmade something or decadent treat for yourself or someone special.

Admission: $2 adults, kids free.

Rain or shine.

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Dining

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Delectable Diversity Quick GUIDE • CASUAL dining • FINE dining • cafés • SPECIALTY FOOD SHOPS • DINING AT WINERIES

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ith “You’ve Gotta Eat Here” John Catucci ­recently dropping in to showcase ­ what delicious delights he found at the Williams Family Diner and Chef Neil Dowson winning at Canada’s Food Network “Chopped Canada” this Spring, you are definitely in for a ­great ­dining experience during your stay in Prince Edward County.

Throughout The County, there is a wonderful selection of quaint cafés, intimate fine restaurants, casual bistros, lively pubs and other specialty food shops which offer a diverse range of culinary taste experiences.

With its historic agricultural roots, The County naturally offers an abundance of fresh ­seasonal produce, fruits and herbs; however, it just doesn’t end there. Regional farmers also raise q ­ uality meats from chicken to lamb to pork to beef and even, in some cases, buffalo. Being surrounded by water, there is also a poliferation of tasty walleye (­pickerel), rainbow trout, salmon and more.

Surrounded by such an environment, it is only natural that local chefs draw on the abundance of these quality food products to create many of the fabulous appetizers, entrées and desserts that you will have the pleasure of savouring - breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether it is a fabulous soup made with locally grown asparagus or a maple glazed salmon entrée using local maple syrup, there is a myriad of flavours to experience. From a traditional grilled burger with a slight “County twist” to an exotic Pad Thai entrée to British fish and chips, the realm of the delectably diverse eateries will having you flipping coins to make your dining choices. In fact, you will be taking photos versus Instagrams to capture the memories of the delicious edible works of art you will be feasting on before they disappear from your plate!

From a traditional grilled burger with a slight “County twist” to an exotic Pad Thai dish to old style British fish and chips, the realm of delectably diverse eateries will leave you flipping a coin to see which one you’ll be enjoying.

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casual dining - picton The Painted Peppercorn

The Acoustic Grill

Food , Song & Good Cheer!

Imagination Never Tasted So Good!

Williams Family Diner International Flare

It’s not every day that John Catucci drops into your local restaurant with a film crew because he wants to let his viewers know that YOU GOTTA EAT HERE. That’s just what happen recently in Picton at the Williams Family Diner, renowned for their amazing international specialty dishes, especially Collin Williams’ Pad Thai dish.

Using locally sourced, quality ingredients, the Williams Family offer County cuisine with a twist for you to enjoy.

From great starters including soups and salads to amazing burgers and sandwiches to tantalizing main dishes, the Williams Family Diner offers you some of The County’s best co m fo r t fo o d at f a m i l y-­ oriented prices.

Serving lunch and dinner daily except for Sunday as they are only open till 4 that day, their warm hospitality and friendly atmosphere is the perfect place to take time out on your tour through The County for some hearty County fare.

Located just across from Picton’s Giant Tiger, the Williams Family Diner is a delightful oasis for the entire family and you’re invited to find out why John Catucci says “YOU GOTTA EAT HERE! 19 Elizabeth Street Picton

One of the most entertaining spots for dining is the Acoustic Grill. By combining his two ­p assions, food and music, proprietor Steve Purcelle has created a cultural “hot spot” in the heart of Picton. Serving up amazing steak sandwiches, burgers and more at lunch to tantalizing dishes for dinner, it is literally a “taste emporium”!

Boasting the smallest but coolest stage in Prince Edward County, the Acoustic Grill dishes out some of the hottest sounds you will find anywhere. There is live music at least four times a week, sometimes five; therefore, there is someone is performing almost every night - the best of grassroots music and soul. Check out the Calendar Event’s Music section to see this season’s line up.

So come on in for some great food, a brew or a glass of

The friendliness and flavours of The County are all there to greet you the ­m oment you enter the Painted Peppercorn, the little gem of an eatery showcasing local art and talent on an ongoing basis.

The tantalizing smells that waft by your nose as you enter set your tastebuds on alert!

Offering a great ­selection of innovative, yet healthy lunches and dinners as well as fabulous homemade desserts, each dish is lovingly prepared with pure county products by your talented host, Renate Lenc.

You are invited to relax on their patio with a frosty beer, a glass of wine or an ­afternoon snack. It is a delightful way to seize the moment and to enjoy your surroundings while savouring life’s little pleasures.

They accept orders for ­g ourmet picnic lunches or light ­suppers.

172 Main Street Picton

wine and spend some time enjoying great songs and music.

Just hidden at the behind the Bean Counter with plenty of parking at the back behind the TD Bank. The ­result will be a lot of good cheer and the world a merrier place to be at 172 Main Street Picton

Schooner Fish & Chips

A Little Touch of Britain

This is ­LOYALIST COUNTRY! As ­a former British colony, it is only natural that The County has a ­traditional fish and chips shop!

At Schooner Fish & Chips, proprietor Greg proudly boasts of making the best traditional “Fish and Chips” on the island-TRANS FAT FREE on top of it all!

Here, you will find a tasty assortment of Halibut, Cod and ­Haddock plus fried clams from

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Fish & Chips

The Golf Club Grill

Trans Fat Free!

Not Just for Golfers!

From the owners of The Acoustic Grill, comes their newest dining venture to enjoy.

Voted one of Ontario’s Top 10 waterfront Dining Locations by mynewwaterfronthome. com, there is nothing quite like savouring a delicious meal surrounded by a park-like setting overlooking a harbour.

So, you can now dine at this fabulous venue to discover Steve’s team’s culinary pleasures or downtown at the Acoustic Grill.

Whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can enjoy all this and more at The Golf Club Grill!

743 Highway 49 Picton

We Fry Fish & Chips for the Halibut!

Homemade Clamchowder

Summer Hours: Monday - Wednesday 11-7 Thursday - Saturday 11-8

Winter Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 11-7 Friday 11-8 & Saturday 11-7

613-476-2288 • 72 Main Street • Picton Across from METRO

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The Picton Harbour Inn

Light Up Your Day!

Just steps away from Picton’s Main Street, the Lighthouse Restaurant at the Picton Harbour Inn serves home delicious home style breakfasts a n d l u n c h e s d a i l y. Th e casual atmosphere, friendly service, delicious food, and reasonable prices have made the Lighthouse a popular destination for visitors and local residents alike. Open 7:00 am with a last seating at 1:30 pm.

The Picton Harbour Inn is located in a particularly historic part of Prince Edward County.

In its position at the head of Picton Bay, it is situated near the location of the first law office of Sir John A. MacDonald. An inn stood there as early as the 1790s.

In fact, Samuel de Champlain may even have gazed out upon scenic Picton Bay from this site.

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which to choose a­ longside traditional fries and coleslaw.

Although they have two dining sections to the restaurant for all you fish and chip lovers, Greg and his staff are more than happy to wrap them up for those of you who are on the go.

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The County’s #1 Destination for

Fabulous Dairy Treats Juicy Burgers & More!

Orchard Drive Dari Bar & Grill

Nostalgia with A Modern Flair!

For the past 65 years, Orchard Drive Dari Bar has been a destination restaurant serving up great, homestyle county cuisine long before The County was so-called “discovered” .

In the past, the restaurant was initially renowned for serving up great ice cream

More than just Great 460 Main Street Loyalist Parkway Wellington (613) 399-2131

Rooms with a view, and great food too!

Open Daily 7:30 am - 9 pm

Picton Harbour Inn

Located on one of Ontario’s most charming small-town harbours, The Picton Harbour Inn offers convenience and scenic charm. 31 comfortable rooms and suites. Reasonable rates. Daily dockage available.

The Lighthouse Restaurant serves home-style breakfasts and lunches daily. The casual atmosphere, friendly service and reasonable prices make it a popular hotspot for locals and visitors alike.

Open daily at 7:00 am with a last seating at 2 pm. pictonharbourinn.com 33 Bridge St., Picton, ON / 800-678-7906

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Good friends! Good Fun! Good times! ... GREAT MEMORIES!

E LIVW E E K E N D E N T E RTA I N M E N T

& P U B Q U I Z We d n e s d ay s !

• Caesar Sunday • Monday Pasta Night • Tuesday Movie & Nacho Night • Saturdays Chef’s

Check Out Our Events!

• Wednesday Wing Night • Thursday Steaks On • Fish Friday Choice

Great Tasting Food • Cold Drinks • Dance Floor • Events • Big Screen TVs • Amazing Atmosphere 613.779.7888 5529 Hwy 62 Rossmore www.legendzpub.ca

and dairy treats ergo its name; however, over the years it has evolved into a “must do” destination dining experience.

Over the years, it has always maintained its quality, great tasting food and superb service thanks to great proprietors like Sue and BIl Bailas who have been operating this county landmark for the past 12 years.

Now, in their new building, which seats 60, on the exact same spot of the original, they welcome the opportunity to tickle your taste buds all year round instead of just the summer.

Imagine sinking your teeth into one of the restaurant’s famous, juicy, burgers with its sumptuous toppings or savouring one of their delicious daily specials. Better yet, there is always Billl’s famous roast beef or his traditional liver and onions for those of you with a definitive taste.

For those of you who have a sweet tooth with a penchant

Milford Bistro & Gallery

for great ice cream, then you must indulge in one of their Tracey’s Gourmet Ice Cream or if you are a traditionalist at heart, then one of their all time classic favourites, all Canadian made, Champan’s Ice Cream.

No matter what you are in the mood for, there is no better way to dine with family and friends than enjoying a great lunch, dinner or tasty treat at Orchard Drive Dari Bar... with its nostalgic history and modern flair!

It’s no wonder that their slogan is “Where ice cream makes you smile and our food brings you back!”

So if you are in the mood for a little or a big scoop of ice cream or something a little more substantial, then head on over to Orchard Drive Dari Bar and discover why it has been a destination for both ice cream and food lovers for the past 65 years.

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Eclectic Flavours of The County!

Surround yourself with delicious food, art and feel the love deep in the heart of the county…at The Milford Bistro.

This quaint, eclectic b ­ istro is a county casual dining restaurant with an eye on traditional bistro philosophies with emphasis on great food and wonderful music.

The bistro’s ‘farm to fork’ belief plays an integral role in the quality of their food, especially with Vicki’s Veggies, South Marysburgh wineries, Black River Cheese, Nyman Farms and all the local farmers providing their best produce as inspiration.

That belief comes alive, as their goal is to unveil and to discover new synergies within the food just as the sculpture finds the masterpiece in the marble. Your plate reveals the natural affinities within the food and strives to

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create new tastes for you to experience and savour.

While visiting the Bistro, you can enjoy Doc’s Gallery showcasing Dr. Paul Morgan’s private collection of first nations art.

The upstairs gallery will be available for private dinning, events and serve as a wine bar in the evenings.

Co m e a n d e n j oy t h e i r outside patio for a delicious smokin’ BBQ, Duck Confit poutine, the best burgers and live music throughout the summer.

Visit The Sideroom for Bistro take out, to make reservations, local information and ‘Jammin’ & Jarrin in the County’ & Milford Bistro Gift Baskets!

Whether you choose to dine inside the bistro for a more intimate experience or outdoors on the patioe with live music and a vibe that only Milford can fashion, you will not be disappointed.

3048 County Rd 10 Milford

casual dining - Picton Legendz Pub

Where Legendz are made ...

There are legendary singers, legendary actors, and now there is a legendary pub natrually called - Legendz Pub! Located at Rossmore, just south of the city of Belleville, Legendz Pub has become a County hot spot for hearty meals and great live entertainment. It is the perfect place to drop in to grab a bite to eat as you’re touring the area.

With all-day breakfasts, their legendary appetizer platter, superb sandwiches, healthy wraps, and their main entrées such as New York striploin and classic fish and chips, Legendz stays true to its traditional pub roots; however, it just doesn’t stop there!

Owners, Paula and Cory take great pride in not only serving up tasty dishes of delicious pub fare but also bringing in great live entertainment for you to enjoy on the weekends. In fact, this is one of the County’s great spots to grab your partner and enjoy a few dances while listening to both new and legendary tunes.

Throughout the year, Legendz is involved in a variety of community events as well as playing host to some of the best fun nights to be found in The County. Be sure to check out their facebook to see what is going on any time of the year at Legendz.

For those sports enthusiasts who can never get enough, Legendz’s multiple flat screens offer you live sporting events. With a large bar with plenty of seating serving local brews and wines, friendly and professional staff, you are guaranteed a great time whether indoors or outdoors on their summer patio. It’s easy to understand why Legendz Pub is more than just an ordinary pub - it’s actually a state of mind!

5529 Hwy 62 Rossmore

Dave’s Roadhouse The Rock’nRoadhouse

LOVE . GOOD FOOD . MUSIC

From first gear to third gear, you’re off to a roaring start when you make a pit stop at Dave’s Roadhouse on the outskirts of Bloomfield.

For those who enjoy rustic charm, Dave’s Roadhouse is the perfect place to chill out for a few cold brew or glasses of wine from local area breweries and wineries out on the patio or to enjoy a savoury meal that will tantalize your tastebuds.

Whether your couple or a family, Dave’s Roadhouse offers classic munchies but they do put their own spin on things, especially when you check out their famous poutine. Now, that’s just for starters which are guaranteed to rev up your “engine” for more of the same when you get into Second Gear consisting of their sumptuous Backyard burgers, hearty sandwiches and Roadhouse wings.

As to Third Gear, well that is simply yours to discover why making a “pit stop” at Dave’s Roadhouse is a “must do” .

If you’re looking for some great evening entertainment, Dave’s Roadhouse certainly “rocks” with live entertainment by regional bands, including young upcoming groups. Check out their web site, if you can, for their latest Friday night line-up for “Rocking the Roadhouse”.

Breakfast, lunch or dinner, Dave’s Roadhouse is open seven days a week for your dining pleasure.

106 Main Street Bloomfield

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H isto r ical I nti m ate U nique Reserve a table 613.476.0004

3048 C ount y Rd 10 • Milford www.milfordbistro.com

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casual dining - Picton Coach’s Pub & Grill Patio Pizzazz!

Voted more than 12 years in a row for ­having the County’s best patio, Coach’s Pub & Grill House offers you the opportunity to indulge in traditional style pub fare from the grill but with true county “flare”.

Like the traditional ­British pubs, parents can rest easy as it is a family affair at Coach’s where they even have a children’s menu that makes life easy when it comes to the food that they normally prefer to eat.

For the adult, Coach’s offers your three different dining venues in one location. You can not only dine on their famous outdoor patio but also indoors in the pub or in their cozy, stylish café. Their kitchen is open from 11 to 11; consequently, you can enjoy a late evening dinner and select dishes from

their main menu. should your schedule delay you from dining at normal hours.

Not only are they fully licensed but also from Thursday to Sunday they have horse racing off-track betting for those of you who like to catch a little sporting action with your meal.

Drop in for lunch or dinner and be sure to check out their live weekend entertainment at 251 Main Street Picton

relaxed atmosphere to enjoy affordable meals whether breakfast, lunch or dinner and are open daily for your dining pleasure. In fact, they even have FREE WiFi for anyone who needs to check their facebook or emails while enjoying a bite to eat.

It’s the perfect place to dine with the entire family. Known for its comfort food county style, award-winning Chef Scott Brindley takes great pleasure in preparing delicious meals which range from delicious

soups and sandwiches to savoury burgers to roast chicken and seafood with many featuring fresh County produce and local food products.

Located just south of the traffic lights at the LCBO at the corner of Lake Street and Sandy Hook Road on the way to or from Sandbanks Provincial Park, you’ll come to Bailey’s Family Restaurant So come on over to Bailey’s at 314 County Road 10 Picton

Bailey’s Family Restaurant

Comfort Food County Style!

One of the County’s favourite family spots for traditional and wholesome food that the entire family will enjoy is Bailey’s Family Restaurant.

With their kid’s menu always on hand, Bailey’s offers you a

Bailey'sFamily Dining

Voted “Readers’ Choice” for “Best Patio” for 12 years

Where friends and family meet for great food and good times!

dine in the cafe • pub or on the patio!

Full Menu Available 11 am to 11 pm Children’s Menu Fully Licensed

A Great Selection of County Wines Live Entertainment on Weekends Wing Night Every Thursday Night Horse Racing Off Track Betting

Casual Dining for the Entire Family Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner - Open Daily 7am - 8 pm

Thursday-Sunday

Burgers • Pizza • Pasta • Seafood & More! Kids’ Menu Too!

Family owned & operated since 1991

613.476.7187 • 314 County Road 10 • Picton

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A Fusion of Flavours When it comes to superb cuisine and great wines, The County can p ­ roudly boast about offering some of the best urban-rural d ­ ining experiences in Canada.

County chefs are truly inspired by the region’s wonderful, l­ocally grown fresh produce, and other products running the gamut from cheese to meats to everything in between.

This is reflected in their menus where you will often see local producers names appearing in the description of their various appetizers and entrées.

If you are in the mood for a fabulous Asiago crusted rack of lamb, a juicy AAA Angus Reserve rib steak, a delicious marinated Cornish hen, a savoury roast duck, a perfect prime rib, a beautifully pan seared pickerel or tantalizing Cajun style gulf shrimp, the Master Chefs at the following fine restaurants are ready to present you with the most innovative and sumptuous cuisine The County has to offer.

The passion these chefs have for their culinary art is evident in every plate they serve. Like an artist who paints a beautiful scene, so to do these County Chefs. Their artistic presentation reflects years of training and dedication to ensuring that each plate delivers only the finest in taste while creating a visual feast for the eyes.

A fusion of flavours that subtly meld with your palate will have you succumbing to their culinary wizardy and will leave you craving for more as you savour the essense of each ingredient creating a magnificent symphony of taste.

A visit to any of these epicurian eateries will make you realize why The County’s wonderful restaurants are touted as rivalling the best that you will find in our major cosmopolitan cities, especially with internationally renowned chefs like Jamie Kennedy constantly promoting the best that The County has to offer and recognized culinary stars like Neil Dowson of the Agrarian Bistro and Speakeasy and Colin Williams of the Williams Family Diner.

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picton The Waring House A Taste of old Ontario

Discover a taste of old Ontario a t T h e Wa r i n g H o u s e, a meticulously restored mid19th century farmstead just west of Picton.

Dining on regional cuisine in Amelia’s, the inn’s charming dining room overlooking the gardens, is a wonderful way to sample the County’s proud agricultural heritage.

Breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and the ever-popular Sunday brunches are brought to perfection by Neil Dowson and his talented team who ensures that there is an exciting array of dishes to tempt you.

The Barley Room, known locally as the County’s gathering place, offers casual dining with tasty entrées masterfully created by Chef Luis de Sousa along with locally crafted Barley Days beer, wines,

designed with maximizing your dining enjoyment. In addition to their sizzling steaks, fabulous seafood entrées and creative vegetarian dishes, you will also be offered their wonderful daily specials.

Their screened verandah has an amazing view, whether you are enjoying a hearty country breakfast, a relaxing lunch or a lovely dinner while overlooking Sandbanks at West Lake. Here, you can also enjoy watching the sun set over the waters of West Lake... and they do get some magnificent sunsets.

In addition to a dynamic dining experience, Restaurant on the Knoll proudly offers the area’s largest selection of local wines here and at their Sandbar Lounge.

While you are there, be cer tain to inquire about their “Tubbs Clubb” which

cider, and all your favourite beverages to suit your mood.

There’s live entertainment most nights for you to relax and enjoy. The Waring House is open to the public daily, year ‘round.

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Restaurant on the Knoll Simply Superb!

A scintillating atmosphere, a waterside view and friendly hospitality will start your epicurean sojourn on the right note at Restaurant on the Knoll.

Located at Isaiah Tubbs Resort just a couple of minutes from Sandbanks Provincial Park, this dining oasis is a delightful epicurean experience.

Using fresh local ingredients Their menus are thoughtfully

The Restaurant On The Knoll overlooking The Sandbanks at West Lake

includes benefits for you to take advantage during your next visit at 1642 County Road West Lake • Picton

Merrill Inn

Elegance Enhanced

Imagine starting your dinner out with blue crab cake on a bed of greens with Cajun mayonnaise followed by a sumputous rack of lamb with tabouleh and rosemary garlic jus. These are just two of some of the superb items you will find on the menu at the renowned Merrill Inn. Now that Prince Edward ­C o u n t y h a s b e c o m e a ­pilgrimage site for gourmets, the gabled manse of the ­M errill Inn ­p rovides lovers of fine food with the culinary ­creativity of acclaimed chef ­Michael ­Sullivan.

Please visit our website for menus and dining event calendars.

www.isaiahtubbs.com

Located on the sandy shore of West Lake at isaiah tubbs resort, “The Knoll” offers lakeside dining in three fabulous ­settings:

• The Sandbar Lounge & Patio • Spacious Dining Room • Screened Veranda sample the wines of prince edward county

613.393.2063 • 1642 County Road 12 • Picton J u s t m i n u t e s f r o m S a n d b a n k s P r o v i n c i a l Pa r k

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A Taste of Old Ontario

in the Heart of Prince Edward County • 49 exquisite guest rooms • Fine dining in Amelia’s Garden • Casual fare in the Barley Room • Recreational cooking classes

800.621.4956 / 613.476.7492 395 Sandy Hook Rd., Picton, ON

www.waringhouse.com

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Mountain Lake on theResort & The Inn Enjoy a delicious meal, seated either at The Inn, a historic stone restaurant with patio overlooking the lake or across at

The Miller House Café •Brasserie,

with patio overlooking the bay.

Open Daily from 11:00 am till closing • Both are Fully Licensed

County Road 7 • Picton

Next to Lake on the Mountain Provincial Park

Michael brings to the Inn an extensive career having worked in some of Toronto’s top k­ itchens including the Auberge du P ­ ommier and The Fifth as sous to Marc Thuet.

Working hand in hand with the local farming c­ ommunity, Michael’s menu conveys the vast variety of The County’s abundant harvest as well as its quality. This year brings a new addition to the Merrill Inn with Michael’s wife Chef Lili Sullivan joining the culinary team for Sunday lunch.

The inn’s award winning wine list is proud to feature the best of Prince Edward County’s ­wineries, along with an eclectic global selection.

For a delightful dining experience. Take time to discover what the Merrill Inn has to offer and why it has become one of top dining experiences in Prince Edward County according to James Chatto, Food & Drink Magazine.

343 Main Street Picton

Lake On The Mountain Resort & The Inn A Legendary View

Discover the enchantment of The Inn at Lake on the Mountain Resort and the famous Indian legend of the lake.

With an amazing view of both Lake on the Mountain and the

Bay of Quinte lying 200 feet below, it is definitely one of the County’s most scenic spots to dine while you are here.

Enjoy their outdoor patio ­overlooking this mystical lake on the one side and Lake Ontario on the other underneath a bower of shady trees where cool, fresh summer breezes gently blow... or enjoy dining indoors amidst rustic, old world charm.

T h e I n n , a c h a r m i n g, ­r estored mid-nineteenth century stone building with pine floors, beamed ceiling, exposed limestone walls and a huge stone fireplace, offers a relaxed and tranquil ­atmosphere where you can enjoy lunch or dinner indoors or on the patio overlooking the lake.

Here, the menu ranges from casual to fine dining with a great selection of d ­ omestic and imported wines including their own beer which they brew from their own hops and barley.

Using their own seasonal fresh, ­organic produce from their farm in Consecon, their culinary ­delights await to tantalize the most discerning palate.

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casual fine dining • picton The Miller House Café & Brasserie A Sense of Wellness!

Sister restaurant to the Lake on the Mountain Inn, the fully restored Miller House once again offers casual dining as it did in the 1950s and is part of the Resort where you can enjoy fine food and the spectacular views it offers.

County Road 7 Picton

Claramount Inn & Spa

A Sense of Wellness!

Yo u a r e i nv i t e t o e n j o y superb regional cuisine at Clara’s...Claramount Inn & Spa’s delightful dining room overlooking Picton Bay. Here, they take great pleasure in working with the many exceptional foods grown and produced in Prince Edward County, transforming them

Blumen Garden Bistro

into wonderfully delicious and beautifully presented menu choices, with an emphasis on healthy dining with “panache”.

Clara’s has a discriminating wine list, featuring wines from Prince Edward County, Ontario VQA, and international wines, all specially selected to enhance your dining experience with knowledgable staff who can assist you in pairing your wine with your choice of entrée.

During the off-season, a table d’hôte menu may be offered instead of Clara’s full menu selection. Hours are subject to change seasonally so please telephone for hours of operation and to make reservations.

Don’t forget to join them for County•licious! a delightful regional dining excursion for food lovers.

97 Bridge Street Picton

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Tantalizing the Senses

Nestled in the heart of Prince Edward County and a favourite with the locals and vistors alike, Blumen Garden Bistro has stayed consistently true to its idea of serving great seasonally, local inspired dishes, using only the freshest and highest of quality ingredients, especially from local farms and wineries.

This is a chef owner restaurant, and it shows as each dish is meticulously prepared to draw on all your senses. It’s casual, fine dining at its best.

With its friendly atmosphere, Blumen offers a variety of dining experiences.

You are invited to enjoy yourselves in their main dining room seated in front the fireplace or looking out onto their splendid gardens that are in constant state of blooms.

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For small special occasions, you can take advantage of their indoor private dining room to host a family reunion or an small wedding reception in an elegant and intimate atmosphere.

Blumen also offers a 40 seat outdoor patio area interlaced with lovely gardens, an absolute favourite with their lunch crowd who enjoy its beauty while savouring fine cuisine.

For those who are in-between indoor and outdoor, there is a 20 seat screened in gazebo to enjoy.

Their wine list boast of the support they have for the local wineries, with an extensive variety of wines and spirits from the area. A truly must do when you visit the County, just ask the locals.

Situated on the edge of Picton on the way to the Picton Golf and Country Club at 647 Highway 49 Picton

c asual fine dining - Bloomfield B LOOMFIELD Angeline’s The Hubb A Hip Way to Casual Dining

Revel in the quiet luxury of Angéline’s located in the charming village of Bloomfield. Angéline’s offers a war m welcome to the discriminating traveler for whom quality and excellent service is a priority.

The HUBB, Angéline’s cocktail bar and lounge, has been tagged as the hip approach to County casual dining. It’s a lively meeting place and a vibrant venue offering simple food choices using fresh county produce and meats beautifully melded in to tasty dishes, delicious soups and ­decadent desserts.

Cocktails are a speciality, as well as coffees, including c r e a m y c­ a p u c c i n o s . I n addition, a wide ­s election of ­e xcellent local wines are

Agrarian Bistro & Speakeasy

available for your enjoyment whether you are enjoying a delicious repast or simply wanting to chill on a hot summer’s night.

A luxury master suite of two lovely rooms and an ensuite bath is in the main Century home. Smaller suites are also available in the main building.

Nine additional rooms, located adjacent to it are cozy, compact and comfortable, all with ensuite bathrooms. Wi-fi is in all the rooms.

Details: www.angelines.ca The Hubb is open for your pleasure from May - November from Thursday to Sunday, 5.30 pm onwards Their rooms are available all year round and they are open daily for dinner July and August.

Reservations are recommended.

433 Main Street Bloomfield

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Rustic, Contemporary Cuisine

Agrarian is a bistro, speakeasy, and market all housed in a 750 sqft premise located in the heart of Bloomfield.

The name plays tribute to Prince Edward County’s “shady” but romantic history of rum running during Prohibition when notorious tax evader and gangster, Al Capone ran his rum from here as you can read about in the book “Booze, Boats and Billions” by CW Hunt.

With seating for up to 50, this cozy speakeasy/bistro has already garnered a strong following for their unique and tasty offerings, especially considering the number of cheese lovers. Our licensed patio is a wonderful way to soak up the

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village of Bloomfield whether for lunch or dinner.

Our diverse selection of rustic dishes takes advantage of the wonderful produce P.E.C. offer’s. Chef Neil Dowson shares his modern spin on classic comfort food and the result is sublime!

Agrarian’s Market carry’s a multitude of International and Regional Cheeses, house-made charcuterie, seasonal preserves and authentic French baguette baked fresh daily.

Our underground speakeasy is a funky space featuring craft brews on tap, great ciders and wine and killer cocktails and regular live entertainment.

Pull-up a chair and enjoy great food and soak up the rustic warmth of our dining room inside or out.

275 Main Street Bloomfield

c a F é s & S p e c i a lt y F o o d s The Regent Café County Delicious!

Located beside the beautiful, historic Regent Theatre in downtown Picton, The Regent Café offers a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Here, owners David Wheatley and Meghan Van Horne invite you to enjoy one of their specialty coffees or refreshing teas chosen from their fine selection of both regular and herbal teas.

Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, they take pride in using only quality, locally sourced ingredients to create inspired, healthy meals. Their daily menus feature such home-made delights as gourmet pizzas, homemade soups, “over-the top” sandwiches and more. The most difficult aspect is what to choose from their wonderful menu offerings.

One thing is for certain, you cannot miss out on is dessert!

Meghan’s delicious pastries and decadent sweet treats round off any meal at The Regent Café.

Fully licensed, they serve County wines, local beer and cider. In addition to their regular menu, they offer gluten-free foods and can accommodate a variety of dietary needs. Eat in or take out, and they love to cater your wants and needs at the Regent Café.

222 Main Street Picton

Summer Hours: 8 -8 Open: Tues-Wed 10-5 • Thurs-Fri 10-6 • Sat-Sun 9-4 • Mon Closed

613.476.9833 222 M ain Street • Picton • Ontario

172 Main St., Picton (613) 476-1718

Now Serving Locally Roasted Coffee By...

2011 Readers’ Choice for Favourite Coffee & Favourite Ice Cream

Assorted Baking and Pastries

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2011 Choice for Coffee Favourite Fresh Salads/Sandwiches/Soups Salads/Sandwiches/SoupsCream.

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The Bean Counter Café The Relaxing & Cool Café!

This cool, eclectic café has char m and lots of great eats - both savour y and sweet. Vanilla Chia Lattes, Cappuccinos, Milkshakes, Smoothies and more than 20 flavours of locally made Gelato Italian ice cream made using fresh local fruits and ingredients are just a few of the wonderful treats waiting for you at The Bean Counter.

This coz y and cheer ful café, located in the heart of downtown Picton, offers a great lunch menu consisting of homemade sandwiches, salads and soups perfect to eat in or take out.

When it comes to great coffee, let the staff of The Bean Counter provide you with a ­steaming cup of award winning coffee or one of the many specialty coffees and teas available. Enjoy it with a toasted Montreal style bagel, homemade tea biscuit or indulge in a decadent fudge brownie.

It’s all about savouring the moment and where the County meets for coffee!

172 Main Street Picton

2011 Readers’ Readers’ Choicewhen for Favourite Favourite Coffee & Favourite Favourite Ice Ice Cream Cream Coffee tastes better shared Coffee together!

2011 Choice for Coffee & Now Serving Locally Roasted By...

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c a F é s & S p e c i a lt y F o o d s Just Sweets Retro Bakery The Sweet Life!

When it seems that everything in our lives has become “processed” or “speed” oriented to keep up with the demanding pace of everyday living, it is great to know that there are still places like The County that offer a more natural, slower pace of life.

Today, people are turning towards better choices in the food they eat. Fresh vegetables, fruit and fresh baked goods without all the preservatives are now a lifestyle trend.

So, it is great to know that the County operates on not only a slow food regime but also the fact that there are places like Just Sweets Retro Bakery where they offer delightful sweet treats made the good old fashion way...from SCRATCH! Maybe you remember the days of coming home to the smell of

JUST SWEETS

fresh baked pies or tarts when mothers had the time to bake.

At Just Sweets, your senses will come alive and you will find yourself wanting to sample all the delights that Pat McKay offers in her quaint, country bakery.

Fro m a m a z i n g p i e s to delicious tarts to cupcakes, to mention just a few, you will have to flip a few coins in order to help you decide what tasty treat you are going to indulge in.

Whether you are going on a picnic or to visit friends or family, there is nothing as delicious as a fresh baked pie, a set of cupcakes or some other wonderful treat from Just Sweets Retro Bakery to complete any meal.

If you are planning to visit and want something really special, then feel free to order ahead and you will find it there waiting for you to enjoy.

3 Corey Street Bloomfield

Retro Bakery

Sweet treats baked the old-fashion way ... from scratch!

Specializing in DELICIOUS PIES & LOVELY TARTS Showcasing PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY FARE

Proudly featuring PEC Fare Products - Jams • Preserves & More

613.848.8518 • 3 Corey Street • Bloomfield justsweetsretrobakery@gmail.com

d i n i n g at c o u n t y w i n e r i e s The Grange of Prince Edward

You are invited to discover a truly hidden gem in the h e a r t o f Pr i n c e E d w a r d County where you can enjoy a delicious lunch amidst a magnificent heritage setting.

The Grange is another one of the County’s great wineries and takes pride in offering you a totally unique luncheon experience with a twist!

Offering seven wine adventure tour packages, the Grange will supply delicious picnic lunches as part of their tour packages. Featuring fresh, local ingredients, you can enjoy amazing lunches as part of a tour or on its own. (24 hr advanced notice required for lunch) 990 Closson Road Hillier

Terracello Winery

Huff Estate Winery

As one of The County’s newest wineries whose roots stem from the vineyards of Italy, it is a delightful experience to not only enjoy their great wines, especially their signature red wine, Boca Nera but their truly Italian hospitality.

Their rustic, Italian style patio offers a tranquil area with a panoramic views of the vineyards. This unspoiled rural setting sets the stage for you to enjoy their wood fired authentic Italian style pizza such as Pizza Fromaggi, Calabrese or Parma. Families can sit, relax, eat pizza and enjoy a glass of wine under the pergola, reminiscent of a Tuscan countryside.

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Nestled on the corner of Highway 62 and Schoharie Road - County Road 1, you will find Huff’s Estate Winery.

During the summer months, Huff’s Estate Winery offers you the opportunity to enjoy a light lunch prepared by Chef Sebastien on their moat enclosed patio, overlooking their vineyards while experiencing some one of their award winning wines.

Here, it isn’t just about food and wine but the total experience. Every Sunday from May to October, you can enjoy live entertainment while lunching or simply discovering the “Taste” experience at this unique winery and all that it offers.

2274 County Road 1 Bloomfield

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County Cider Estates Winery

Visitors to the County Cider Company are encouraged to take advantage of the dramatic view from their patio perched high above Lake Ontario. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a refreshing glass of cider and lunch al fresco.

Prepared with the very best local ingredients, their menu changes according to what is in season. Salads, gourmet hamburgers, chicken specialties are just a few items from their ever evolving menu. Snack plates of cheese, hummus and patés are ­available to enjoy while sipping ­refreshing County Estates cider.

They are open, weather permitting, 7 days a week.

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Bloomfield 1 DAVE’S ROADHOUSE 106 Main Street 613.480-6635

2 AGRARIAN BISTRO 275 Main Street 613.393.0111

3 ANGELINE’S THE HUBB 433 Main Street 613.393.3301

Rossmore 4 LEGENDZ PUB

5529 Highway 62 613.779.7888

Wellington 5 ORCHARD DRIVE DARI BAR

Picton 6 WILLIAMS FAMILY DINER

222 Main Street 613.476.9833

7 WARING HOUSE

395 Sandy Hook Rd 613.476.7492

8 SCHOONER’S

11 PICTON HARBOUR INN 18 COACH’S PUB & GRILL 33 Bridge Street 613.476.2186

12 PAINTED PEPPERCORN 172 Main Street 613.476.8225

13 MILFORD BISTRO 343 Main Street 613.476.7451

72 Main Street 613.476.2288

9 RESTAURANT ON THE KNOLL

1642 County Road 613.393.2063

10 REGENT CAFÉ 222 Main Street 613.476.9833

460 Main St • 613.399.2131

14 MERRILL INN

343 Main Street 613.476.7451

19 CLARAMOUNT INN & SPA

97 Bridge Street 613.476.2701

20 BLUMEN BISTRO 647 Highway 49 613.476.6841

21 BEAN COUNTER CAFÉ 172 Main Street 613.476.1718

15 MILLER HOUSE & 16 LAKE ON THE MOUNTAIN 22 BAILEY’S County Road 7 613.476.1321

17 GOLF CLUB GRILL (The) 734 Highway 49 613.476.2222

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314 County Road 10 613.476.7187

23 ACOUSTIC GRILL (The) 170 Main Street 613.476.2887

COUNTY HISTORY

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Quick Facts • The Glenora ferry, in different forms, has operated from the Adolphustown area to Glenora for over 200 years.

Initially operated by oars for passengers only, it evolved to its present form.

• A l t h o u g h t h e c u r re n t s i t e o f Picton was granted to Lieutenant Moore Hovendon following the American Revolution, it was p u rc h a s e d a t a Sheriff’s sale in 1790 by Robert M a c a u l a y, w h o passed it on to his son in 1800.

Capturing History in Bronze Artist Ruth Abernethy with a bronze head study of Macdonald

THE MACDONALD PROJECT IN PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY

By Peter Lockyer, Writer/broadcaster of History Lives Here Inc

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n the early 1830s, the village of Hallowell, a bustling shipping port later to become the town of Picton, Ontario, was home to a tall, slender, and brash young man named John Alexander Macdonald.

Macdonald would make history as Sir John A. Macdonald, the driving political force behind the creation of a new nation, and Canada’s first Prime Minister.

Macdonald was born in Glasgow, Scotland on January 11th, 1815, the middle child of five children born to his parents Hugh Macdonald and Helen Shaw. Like so many others of the age, the Macdonald family left their homeland in 1820 hoping for a better life ultimately settling at Hay Bay along the shores of the Bay of Quinte, and still later at Stone Mills, an important grist mill that still stands alongside the Glenora Ferry connecting Prince Edward County to its neighbours in Lennox and Addington County.

In 1833 at age 18, he was an apprentice lawyer working in the law practice of his relative, Lowther Pennington Macpherson, a practice he assumed when Macpherson sought treatment for illness in England. Macdonald had his first court case - the result of a scuffle with a prominent citizen outside the Hopkins Tavern on Picton’s Main Street in July 1834. The fight was with an Irishman, Dr. Thomas Moore. Details of what caused the fight vary, but what is certain is that the two men found themselves before a judge and jury in one of the first cases in the community’s new courthouse built in April 1834. Macdonald, just nineteen, defended himself winning both the case, and apparently, the fight.

Macdonald moved to Kingston opening his own office there in 1835. His law career and political life blossomed within the city and he was elected first as a town councilor, and then as a provincial politician in 1844 before entering federal politics.

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count y history Over the decades, which followed until his death in June 1891, Macdonald championed the union of maritime and western provinces into a new country called Canada born on July 1, 1867, and the construction of the railway across vast distances to link the country together. He guided the fledgling country through tumultuous times, political uprisings, scandals, and personal tragedies to hold the nation and its people together. He blended a pragmatic approach to government establishing coalitions with his Quebec colleagues while somehow maintaining the support of the Orange Lodge, a vehemently anti-Catholic organization. He used patronage appointments to reward loyalty and quell discontent, and his wit to win popular public support. Throughout his long career, he always referred to himself as “a Quinte boy” where he spent his youth in places like Picton and Napanee.

Macdonald’s great legacy within Canadian history remains. But the story of his time as a youth growing up in the Quinte area remains largely untold. In 2015, the 200th anniversary of his birth, his life here will be commemorated with the unveiling of a life-size bronze statute created by Canadian artist Ruth Abernethy whose previous works include the iconic Glen Gould portrait in front of the CBC headquarters in Toronto, and the portrait of Oscar Peterson at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. The work will depict Macdonald as a young lawyer addressing the jury in his very first court case in Picton – a formative moment in his life and law career.

The sculpture is to be unveiled in downtown Picton in 2015.

More information on The Macdonald Project is available at wwwmacdonaldproject.com.

John A. Macdonald as a young man

HISTORIC WALKING TOURS With its rich cultural history, there is nothing quite like taking a momentary journey back into the past; however, to do so, it is highly recommended to take advantage of a Guided Historic Walking Tour sponsored by the Museums of Prince Edward County, Glenwood Cemetery and The Regent Theatre with the expertise and support from Peter Lockyer’s History Lives Here.

Regent Theatre - Thursdays 10 am Commencing backstage at The Regent on Thursdays at 10:00 am, you will have the opportunity to explore the recesses of the old opera house, former vaudeville theatre and silent film movie house where today it still remains as The County’s centre for the performing arts.

Graveyards & Gallows - Friday 6:30 pm What better way to finish off a great day in The County every Friday than taking a walk on the “darkside”? Starting out at Macaulay House at 35 Church Street in Picton, you can discover the story about the infamous 1884 double

hanging of two local men who claimed their innocences to the very end. You will get the chance to fisit the cells and gallows of the old courthouse where they spent their final hours.

Glenwood, A Victorian Cemetery Saturdays 6:30pm If you miss Friday’s walk on the darkside, then Saturday’s evening tour will still offer you the opportunity to explore the eerie secrets of Picton’s Glenwood Cemetery, the resting place of The County’s early pioneer families ... some famous and others more infamous. Tour starts at the restored Glenwood Chapel at 47 Ferguson Street in Picton.

Wellington Walkabout - Saturdays 10am Starting out at the Wellington Museum, an 1886 Quaker meeting house, located at 290 Main Street, Wellington, you can take in the sights and stories of this lakeside community which houses one of the county’s oldest homes. Please note, this tour only covers the village of Wellington.

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County Historian Peter Lockyer HOW TO BOOK YOUR TOUR Tours Run From: July 1 weekend until the Labour Day weekend.

Cost: $10.00’adult & $5.00/child Tour Bookings: The Regent Theatre, 244 Main St. Picton 613-476-8416 ext 28 Box Office Hours: Mon - Sat 10am 4pm or online at www.TheRegentTheatre.org

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Glenwood Cemetery 2014 Events

Decoration Day

Capturing History before It’s Lost to Time

A Day To Remember Loved Ones Sun. June 1, 12:00 - 4:00

Memorial Service in Chapel at 2:00

Jazz in the Chapel

PEC Jazz Festival Satellite Location Sat. Aug. 16, 10:00

Veterans’ Day

Honouring Our Veterans Sat. Sept. 20, 10:45

A Heritage Communications Company

Christmas Wreath Sale

providing

Strategic Planning • Multimedia Production Event Management & Fundraising Services We make history.

View Our History Series - The History Moments.

613.476.3356 • 74 West Mary Street • Picton www.historyliveshere.ca

Glenwood’s Annual Fundraiser Sat. Nov. 29, 10:00 - 1:00

613-476-3511

47 Ferguson Street, Picton Ontario www.GlenwoodCemetery.ca

Experience a pioneer village, stroll around a splendid Victorian estate, reflect on the hardships and rewards of Loyalist life, dive into our rich marine history, learn about our agricultural roots… and so much more!

For more information, including museum hours, locations & special events: Visit us at: www.countymemorytrail.ca, E-mail us at: museums@pecounty.on.ca Call us at: 613.476.2148 x 258 (winter) 613.476.3833 (summer) /museumspec

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Chapel at Glenwood Cemetery & Its Park-like Grounds Where You Are Invited to Walk Around to Explore

History Lives Here

H i s t o r y L i ve s H e re I n c. provides a range of professional communication services to assist businesses, industry associations and community heritage organizations to celebrate their history during anniversary years.

They are storytellers who tell old stories to new audiences using modern technologies which are both an educational and entertaining.

Most businesses, organizations and communities have a rich history. But it is often hidden within archival records, artifacts and collections. Owner Peter Lokyer takes this lost history and transforms it into “popular” history that engages audiences and is available to them in contemporary multimedia formats - as limited edition, commemorative DVD and book sets available online.

You can view Peter’s History Moments I & II - a series of shor t vignettes on local history to showcase the rich heritage of Prince Edward County and has met with great success.

For more information call 613-476-3356.

Historic Glenwood Cemetery

musical talent enjoyed by all.

Following the concert a guided walking tour will be offered.

G l e nwo o d i s o n e o f t h e most beautiful and historic cemeteries in Ontario with its 62 acres of rolling hills, majestic mature forests, and winding roads, Glenwood is typical of the Victorian age and remains largely unchanged since its 19th century origins.

It is an active cemetery located in the heart of Picton.

It offers complete cemetery services, professionally trained staff will assist you with the planning of your perpetual care needs and those of your loved ones.

Veterans’ Day The Veterans’ Day ceremony coincides with Legion Week to honour our Veterans. In partnership with Branch No. 78 of The Royal Canadian Legion and No. 415 Wing of the Royal Canadian Air Force Association, Glenwood hosts this event every year.

Canadian flags and poppies are provided to all who wish to decorate the individual graves of our Veterans.

The Christmas Wreath & Basket Sale This event is a very important fundraiser. Purchase wreaths and baskets for use in homes and businesses during the holiday season and for placement on monuments in memory of loved ones.

Genealogy Research: A recent ongoing project has been transferring the 12,000 to15,000 burial records of to an electronic database online.

This is huge for anyone looking for their ancestors connected to this area.

For dates and times check www.Glenwoodcemetery.ca

Glenwood’s Annual Community Events: Decoration Day is an occasion for expressions of remembrance, as people visit the graves of their relatives and friends, reflecting and paying respect. People gather to put flowers on graves and renew contacts with kinfolk and others, with a memorial service in the Chapel at 2:00pm, followed by a guided walking tour of the grounds.

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National Air Force Museum Of Canada

T h e N a t i o n a l A i r Fo r c e Museum of Canada is mandated to collect, preserve, and display historical artifacts and archival material which per tain to the people, missions and equipment of Canada’s Air Force.

An impressive collection of memorabilia and artifacts dating back to 1914, as well as an extensive research library, awaits young and old alike.

Visitors can even enjoy shopping for that special aviation gift in the museum store.

Airplane enthusiasts will be impressed by the ­ever-expanding collection of static display aircraft in the adjacent RCAF Memorial Air Park, and the world’s only fully restored Handley Page Halifax Bomber which you can view up close.

In addition, you can view the reconstruction of a 1942 Avro Anson and 1943 North American Har vard in the restoration workshop. A visit to this very popular public attraction is bound to be enlightening, enjoyable and long remembered.

220 RCAF Rd • Trenton 613.965.7223

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Ameliasburgh Historical Museum has grown from one building, in 1968, to a full pioneer village. Admission: Adults $4.50; Family $11.50; Seniors and Students $3.50; Children (5-12) $2.50 Location: 517 County Road 19, Ameliasburgh

Macaulay Heritage Park is an attractive historic site featuring many points of interest. Admission: Adults $4.50; Family $11.50; Seniors and Students $3.50; Children (5-12) $ 2.50 Location: 35 Church Street (at Union Street), Picton

Mariners Park Museum explores the many ways county inhabitants have earned their living from the surrounding waters.

Admission: Admission by donation Location: 2065 County Road 13, South Bay

Wellington Heritage Museum was built in 1885 as a Quaker Meeting House and now features exhibits on local history.

Admission: Admission by donation Location: 290 Main St (Highway 33), Wellington

Rose House showcases 5 generations of the Rose family and life back in those times Admission: Admission by donation Location: 3333 County Road 8, Waupoos

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Quick Guide • f armers roadside stands­ • veggies • HONEY & BAKED GOODS • fruit • cheese

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he County’s vintners planted their “roots” in the region less than twenty years ago; however, The County’s many farmers have roots that date back to its actual settlers, the United Empire Loyalists, who flooded the region almost overnight escaping from the aftermath of the American Revolution.

Bringing only what they could carry, they built villages and towns and carved out farms that would help sustain their families, never realizing the impact that it would have in establishing the region as an agricultural center for generations to come. Once known as the “Garden Capital of Canada” as it provided more than 1/3 of Canada’s canned food as a result of its fabulous farm fresh produce, Prince Edward County can still boast of having the finest produce to be found on the market today.

Whether you are in the mood to bite into a crisp apple, a cob of sweet corn, a chunk of cheese or a delicious county baked pie filled with county grown fruit, The County’s myriad of farmers markets will afford you the opportunity to indulge in anything you desire when it comes to such items.

The Milford Market, Campbell’s Orchard Market as well as farmer roadside stands like Hagarman Farms, Laundry Farms, Lakeshore Farms, and Thyme Again Gardens, an organic market, will offer you an abundance of farm fresh produce ranging from s­ easonal fruit, such as strawberries, r­ aspberries, b ­ lueberries, and apples, t­ o ­vegetables, ­including asparagus, sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, ­carrots and more, too ­numerous to m ­ ention.

In addition, you will find wonderful county-made jams and preserves at these markets as well as at Just Sweets Retro Bakery plus honey and hand made products at Honey Pie Hives & Herbals. There is maple syrup and more for you to take home including fine artisan cheese from Black River Cheese and Fifth Town.

There are even agriculturally oriented events where you can join county farmers and maple syrup producers in the tasty but fun events like Maple in The County in the spring and the wacky festival of pumpkins in October which includes a Parade of Giant Pumpkins in the lakeside village of Wellington.

County farmers and orchard growers invite you to enjoy the fruits of their labour as they work in harmony with nature to provide you with the very finest fruits, vegetables and products from their farms to your table.

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co u n t y p r o d u c e - fa r m e r s ma r k e t Thyme Again Gardens

True to their tag line “Organic Naturally!”, Thyme Again Gardens is a fully certified organic farm operating out of the charming community of Carrying Place, located just south of the Murray Canal.

For more than 17 years, owners Lor raine S chmid and Lori Aselstine have been producing prime organic vegetables, fruit and meat for those who appreciate “natural goodness” on their diverse 115 acre farm.

In addition to havesting renewable energy sources to meet their own electrical and heating needs, their focus has been on planting and harvesting fruits and vegetables in accordance to organic farm standards.

In fact, they even grow and grind their own grains for animal feed maintaining 100% organic food for the heritage breeds of beef cattle, pigs,

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poutry and lamb they raise for the meat they sell as well as the pets they keep simply for companionship.

Visitors to The County are welcome to drop in at their Roadside Market at the end of Smokes Point Road where you will find heritage tomatoes, peppers, beans, cucumbers, oriental greens and an array of other unique vegetables, grown mainly from their own seeds that they harvest from the previous’ years crops.

Whether you are in the market for fresh fruits and vegetables or prime, organically raised meat, then a trip to their lovely century farm, where they also operate a B&B, is well worth the stop on the way home or as a gift basket of Thyme Again Gardens filled with organic produce for friends you may be visiting in The County.

403 Smokes Point Road Carrying Place

If you are looking for something to do on a Saturday morning, why not visit the folks at Milford Market Square located on County Road 17 in the big red barn at the Milford ball diamond at the edge of the village.

The market is open May until October. During those months you will find a never ending display and change of “goodies” to choose from.

They offer fresh produce in season, freshly baked pies, cookies, breads, home made soup mixes etc., as well as lovely home made jams, jellies and preserves.

If it is books, tapes and memorabilia you are looking

for, then check them out. You will also find many well made craft items from the County and beyond, including pottery, wooden furniture and bird houses, feeders etc. They have many talented vendors who sew, knit, crochet and paint; therefore, you will find a wide variety of unique items.

Milford Market Square is a great place to meet up with friends and neighbours and enjoy a tea or coffee, along with a fresh scone, cookies or piece of pie. If you need a special gift for that hard to buy for person,then maybe you’ll find it here at Milford Market Square Milford

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All his life, Terry Laundry has lived and worked on a farm; therefore, it was no surprise that he followed in his father’s footsteps and purchased his family farm from his father to continue the family tradition of growing great, fresh fruits and vegetables.

Today, Terry and his wife Jean work their more than 400 acre farm together.

Growing beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, onions, peppers, squash and tomatoes, they offer visitors and locals alike the same quality produce that the Laundry family farm has supplied for years at their roadside stand located on County Road 1, otherwise known as Schoharie Road.

It just doesn’t end there with fresh vegetables. Their raspberries, strawberries and pumpkins are definitely additional delights and even more so when you can take time to enjoy picking your own fresh strawberries, tomatoes and pumpkins when they are in season. Not to be missed is their supply of fresh local blueberries, cherries, peaches, pears, plums as well as maple syrup and flowers.

Once you’ve had the pleasure of enjoying their great fresh produce, you will understand why The County’s local chefs look to Laundry Farms to supply them with an assortment of great fresh fruit and vegetables..

530 County Road 1 Picton

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530 County Road 1 • Picton just north of the roundabout

613-476-1066

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Lakeshore Farms Market

Since 1993, Lakeshore Farms Market and the Channell family have been in providing visitors and area residents with wonderful fresh fruits and vegetables at its roadside market.

During the season, you will find it filled to capacity with a delightful assortment of fresh ­seasonal fruit and vegetables including fabulous sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, to name a few as well as fresh fruit including classic favourites raspberries and strawberries. Rest assured, you are certain to find some of your favourites here.

Now, there is one twist to this delightful farmer’s market though! It is home to the Channell’s “Yummy Bakery”. The moment you walk in the door the smell of their ­wonderful fresh baked goods will greet you. From delicious home baked pies to tarts to their famous home made old fashion donuts (which people come for miles to buy) and more, your will discover a great selection of tasty treats.

In addition, the market carries local honey, and other great gift items.

Located on the outskirts of ­Wellington overlooking Lake Ontario, along the Loyalist Parkway, you will find this family run market with its bounty of fresh County produce. For those of you who want to take some home or for others who are on their way to a weekly rental, this is a great last or first stop shopping experience.

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Hagerman Farms

It’s Fresh! Fresh! Fresh! At the histor ic Hager man’s Farmer ’s Market, you will find an a­ mazing selection of ­p henomenal fresh ­v eggies from ­t omatoes to beets to ­brussels and more ­including their ­d elicious sweet corn for you to take home, to your campground or the cottage.

With over a hundred years of bringing county residents and visitors their farm fresh produce, the Hagerman’s t­ ake great pride in continuing to maintain a s­ tandard and quality in e ­ verything they produce just as their a­ ncestors did.

This year, there is a new look to their roadside market.

The actual outdoor stand has been enlarged plus there is an entirely new building to house their new Farmhouse Eats Shop.

Here, you will find delicious homebaked goods including pies, tarts, and cookies baked f re s h d a i l y i n t h e i r n e w premises. In addition, there are homemade jams, jellies, chutneys, and more which are available for purchase to take home to enjoy.

If you are looking to take home some of the best of what The Count y has to offer in the way of farm fresh produce and more, then be sure to drop in at their roadside stand, located just west of Picton’s round-about at Waring corners. Take time to discover the bounty of the County and ENJOY! 13644 Loyalist Parkway Picton

County grown tomatoes, fresh herbs and more at Campbell’s Orchards

Campbell’s Orchards

Campbell’s Orchards Country ­Market is only minutes from B elleville and R ossmore overlooking the Bay of Quinte along the beautifully scenic ­Rednersville Road.

Enjoy this quaint country market where you can find crisp apples and pears,sweet strawberries and r­ aspberries, fresh cider, and a large selection of fresh, seasonal ­veggies, including other local county ­products. There is no charge

for the aroma of fresh hot pies, ­muffins and fruit crisps baked on the ­premises which you’ll have a hard time ­resisting but then why not enjoy!!

In addition to great fresh veggies and fruit, their market has local frozen beef and lamb, local ice cream, fare trade organic coffee and Campbell’s own blend of apple sauce as well as their own jams made from their own fruit.

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Visit the animals & enjoy the gardens and orchards!

Satellite Market at Bay Bridge Jean Parking Lot Hwy #62 & Cty Rd #3 From July to the end of October Now Serving Kawartha Ice Cream!

613-476-5362 • 13644 Loyalist Pkwy • Picton

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Between Picton & Bloomfield Just West of Warings Corners

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honey & baked goods etables of the season. There is nothing quite as fun as sharing in quality family time while picking your own fresh, juicy strawberries or sweet, tart apples. If you’re not sure of what’s in season, the check www.campbellsorchards.com or call them.

For your convenience, stop in at their Satellite Market at Bay Bridge Jeans’ Parking Lot (open from mid June till the end of October). It is loaded with all their quality ­produce and products; however, it is really worth the trip to their country market as its ambiance

is just as fabulous their fresh county produce and their great homegrown fruit.

With wagon rides every Saturday and Sunday afternoon in the Fall and a myriad of market events including their corn maze from mid August till the end of October, its worth the drive to Campbell’s Orchards. Don’t forget they are open year round and offer beautiful Gift Baskets filled with County delights something for every special occasion including Christmas!

1633 Cty Rd 3 Rednersville

The importance of the honey bees at Campbell’s Orchards

Honey Pie Hives & Herbals

baked goods There is nothing quite as delicious as baked goods, especially when they are made with locally grown fruits.

Throughout The County, you will find farmers markets and specialty bake shops that offer a wonderful range of home baked products and local preserves.

One of The County’s most unique farms is Honey Pie Hives and Herbals. As a beekeeping and herbal farm, they combine beeswax and propolis with organic herbs to make all natural products as well as selling the honey which their bees make.

In 2000, Bay Woodward and Gavin North established Honey Pie Hives & Herbals, combining their creative talents and their mutual interest in natural healing as well as their desire to reconnect with their community and the natural environment.

There is something almost mysterious about the honey bee which fascinate both Bay and Gavin. Ever since Bay was a Girl Guide in PEI where she earned her badge for beekeeping, honey bees and the secret treasures they offered beyond honey held a sort of magic for her... something that caught Gavin’s imagination as well.

If you are in the market for a tasty treat whether it is to enjoy on a picnic, as an after dinner treat back at your room, a gift for friends that you are visiting or simply to take home, then the following places will give you some fabulous options.

The Milford Farmers Market

Milford Market Square, County Road 17, Milford

Lakeshore Farms Market

467 Main St., RR#1 Loyalist Parkway, Wellington

Just Sweets Retro Bakery

3 Corey Street, Bloomfield

Hagerman’s Farms County Farmhouse Eats

13644 Loyalist Parkway, Picton

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They noted that many of the same flowers that the bees collected their nectar from could be used in herbal preparations that would ensure health and well-being for people.

Today, making all their products by hand, Honey Pie Hivea and Herbals offers a myriad of natural products including their newest addition of Mead, honey wine as well as beekeeping workshops.

From lotions and balms made by infusing healing herbs into organic sunflower oil, combining with beeswax and scenting with essential oils to delicious culinary blends of herbs grown naturally to herbal teas to candles as well as honey, you will find a treasury of quality, all natural products to take home and enjoy their healthful benefits at various shops throughout The County as well as at their farm store located at 705 County Road 24 Point Petre Road • Picton

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Fifth Town Artisan Cheese Company

Fifth Town Artisan Cheese Company was established in 2008 as a producer of artisan goat, cow, and sheep milk cheese. The new cheese making facility and attached retail space were awarded platinum LEED status upon completion, which is the highest designation awarded in the LEED system, hence the title “Canada’s Greenest Dairy”.

Between 2008 and 2012, Fifth Town developed award-winning

cheeses earning notoriety across North America.

In 2012, the plant changed ownership and has since brought the facility back into full operation for 2014.

Today the company produces 28 different, seasonal, handmade goat, sheep and cow milk cheeses using milk from county and Quinte area farms, in a style that is in keeping with the new owners’Italian heritage.

The store continues to play an integral role in the returning

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Fifth Town’s renowned, quality cheese to cheese lovers visiting The County.

Accordingly, a variety of other Canadian and Italian cheese – from fresh buffalo mozzarella and bagel chevre, to smear ripened and cave aged goat, sheep and cow milk cheese are available at The Fifth Town Cheese shop.

Tutored wine and cheese tasting seminars are offered in summer under their unique (Re) Source Pavilion, which was built

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using only salvaged materials.

You are invited to purchase a small tasting basket or a full picnic where you can sit and enjoy a peaceful lunch under the shade of the Re-Source Pavilion or take in the view of Lake Ontario. More than cheese, Fifth Town also features fine artisan food products from Prince Edward County and other Ontario producers for your shopping pleasure.

4309 County Road 8 Picton

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Visit One of The County’s Favourite Destinations and Discover the Great Taste of

Real Cheese!

Black River Cheese Company

When it comes to cheese, there is nothing better than The County’s Award-Winning Cheese House - Black River Cheese Company which has just launched a new county experience entitled “Cheese Making Mondays”.

It is rare that the g ­ eneral public gets the opportunity to see cheese being made since

the process usually starts at 2 am when most people are sleeping; however, thanks to their new program, everyone can have an opportunity to see exactly that - the fine art of cheese being made.

Now, every Monday, visitors to Black River Cheese Company will have a chance to see cheese actual being made via their instore viewing window. It starts at 7am with 10 am being the optimum viewing time. Fresh curd will be ready at around 11 am with the company’s new Cheese Maker, Matt Creasy, bringing the first pail of curd into the store for bagging.

For Groups of 10 or more, the company’s Quality Assurance Manager, Stephanie Diamant will do a talk on the Art of Cheese Making and after 11 am Cheese Maker, Matt Creasy will be on hand to give a 10 minute talk and answer any questions.

In addition to launching this new program, the company is also launching their new goat cheddar which is definitely something special for this dairy farmer-owned operation.

Located on the outskirts of the Hamlet of Milford, you will this County icon ensconced along the banks of the ­picturesque Black River, as the last remaining cheese house out of the original 26 independent County cheese houses that once operated here.

Started by local dairy f­ armers aiming to produce ­superior quality cheese and as a means of utilizing their milk, this cooperative venture is still making artisan cheese more than a century later.

Its ­c onsistently ­s uperior quality has garnered it numerous awards over the years including its 2013 win for its 5 Year Naturally Aged Cheddar as the best aged cheddar in the 3 year and older category at the Canadian

Cheese Grand Prix as well as in the 2011 event for other cheddar.

Today, Black River Cheese is available in s­ pecialty sections of ­major supermarket chains where you can enjoy an abundance of their great cheddars, including their renowned Maple Cheddar, Honey Cheddar, Garlic & Pepper Cheddar and an array of delicious herb and spiced mozzarellas.

With the trend to mass ­p roduction, the Black River Cheese Co. remains a small company with a big heart dedicated to ­preserving a ­tradition of m ­ aking superior quality cheese the good old fashion way. Take the opportunity to indulge in some Black River cheese, some fresh curd or a delicious ice cream treat.

913 County Road 13 Milford

The Black River Cheese Company 2013

Canadian Cheese Grand Prix winner for

Best Aged Cheddar in Canada 3 Years & Older Category

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Retail Store • Sample Tastings • Ice Cream Bar

Award-Winning Cheddars, Specialty Cheeses & Mozzarellas including our renowned

Maple Cheddar, Honey Cheddar & more

introducing our NEW GOAT CHEDDAR!

Join Us For Cheese Making Mondays: 7 am to 11:30 am

2011 Canadian Cheese Grand Prix Category Winner for Best Mild Cheddar & Finalist for Best Medium Cheddar in Canada

Open Seven Days a Week

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and from Canada Day to Labour Day 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

613.476.2575

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May Asparagus

June Cherries, Rhubarb, Strawberries, Asparagus, Cucumbers, Green Onions, Peas, Peppers, Radishes, Spinach

July Blueberries, Cherries, Currants, Gooseberries, Plums, Raspberries, Strawberries, Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots,Cauliflower, Celery, Corn, Cucumbers, Lettuce, Green Onions, Peas, Peppers, Potatoes, Radishes, Spinach, Tomatoes, Zucchini

August Summer apples, Blueberries, Muskmelon, Pears, Plums, Watermelon, Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Leeks, Lettuce, Onions, Peppers, Radishes, Spinach, Tomatoes, Zucchini

September Summer apples, Blueberries, Muskmelon, Pears, Plums, Watermelon, Beans, Beets, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celery, Corn, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Leeks, Lettuce, Onions, Peppers, Radishes, Spinach, Tomatoes, Zucchini

October Apples, Grapes, Pears, Muskmelon, Plums, Watermelon, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Garlic, Leeks, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radishes, Rapini, Spinach, Squash,

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Milford Market Square, County Road 17, Milford

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503 County Road 1, Schoharie Road, Picton

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705 County Road 24, Point Petre Road, Picton

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1633 Country Road 3, Rednersville

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4309 County Road 8, Waupoos

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913 County Road 13, Milford

CAMPBELL’S ORCHARD SATELLITE MARKET

Bay Bridge Jeans & County Rd #3 Rossmore

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Breweries & Wineries

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Serving The Fruits of Labour Quick Guide Breweries Lake on the Mountain Barley Days

Cidery County Cider Estates

WEstside ­wineries The Grange of Prince Edward TerraCello • Sugarbush Stanners • Sandbanks Rose Hall Run • Redtail Lacey • Keint-He • Huffs

Eastside ­wineries Three Dog • Lighthall Honey Pies Hives & Herbals Halfmoon Bay • Exultet Devil’s Wishbone Black Prince

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ince 2001, The County’s boutique wineries have been producing some of Ontario’s most brilliant wines thanks to the region’s limestone-laced soils, ­considered “gold” to vintners. Such “terroir”, as it is officially termed, has been the foundation to a fine selection of great Burgundian-style pinot noir which has become the region’s signature wine; however, thanks to the pioneering nature of most County vintners, there is now a growing ­selection of wines for you to sample and purchase at the various wineries you will find throughout The County.

Along with Pinot Noir, you will find Baco Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Reisling, Cabernet Franc, Rosés, Gamay, Gewürztramine, Merlot, and more to pleasure your palate as you explore the County’s numerous wineries. Not to be missed on your tour of The County are its two breweries, the new meadery, producing Honey Wine, and The County’s premium cider house which offer their own special taste experience.

Some of the County wineries have been termed “shabby chic” as you will find several of them paying homage to the County’s rich ancestral roots versus having modern tasting rooms in new buildings. Many of them have refurbished century old barns to house their operations breathing new life into them while incorporating modern conveniences. The results have been as amazing as the wines that they serve as they have taken them to new levels of rustic grandeur such as the Grange of Prince Edward and Devil’s Wishbone to name few. There is even one - Exultet - that is housed in an old cheese making factory and you will find County Cider Estates in an century-old stone, beautifully refurbished pig sty surrounded by orchards! Others are in ­graceful buildings such as Keint-He, while some reflect more modern trends in architecture such as Huffs Estates.

The following pages will hopefully assist in guiding you to the best way to explore the County’s impressive vita-cultural area and to maximize your time and enjoyment in all that they offer. Remember to check out the various events that many of these wineries host during the season. Some invite you to tour, others to picnic on their premises with some even inviting to join in their harvesting. Whatever you choose to explore, you will definitely find yourself coming back for more wonderful winery experiences with friends and family.

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Inside County Cider Estates Winery’s Tasting Room

Spotlight Limousine Tours

With The County’s poliferation of wineries and the need to have a designated driver when you are touring the wineries and sampling their wares, it can sometime take the fun out of “the taste adventure” for the designated driver as well as trying to find them all. As a result, it makes great sense to let Spotlight Limousine Tours make your day everything you expect and deserve.

With their professional chauffeurs with more than 150 years combined driving experience, you can sit back and enjoy your wine tour in one of their luxurious, super stretch limousines - car or SUV, comfortable vans or luxury cars.

These are strictly private tours with your friends or family. Feel free to bring along a picnic lunch if you’d like as many of the wineries that don’t serve food welcome

visitors to take advantage of their outdoor patios.

Spotlight offers several tour package options since it is impossible to get to all the wineries in one day; therefore, you are invited to choose which one suits your group and you.

Five winery stops is normal, but may vary depending on time spent at each location or feel free to create your own and get a quote. For your convenience, they also have a Bottle ID system for your individual purchases in order to avoid any possible confusion.

Spotlight Limousine also offers wedding and prom packages, as well as an airport shuttle service.

D i s cove r t h e p l e a s u re of touring with Spotlight Limousine as they put the spotlight on you while ensuring that you have the best tour experience of County wineries.

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County Cider Estates Winery

Located in the Prince Edward County’s “fruit belt”, County Cider Estates Winery is certain to be a ­“ highlight” to your wine tour of the County.

Here, their ­Tasting Room, located in the old stone barn at their heritage home, poises high atop a stone ridge with a spectacular view of South Bay, Waupoos Island and the surrounding countryside.

Enjoy the view while sampling one or more of their ­famous ciders, cider beer or wines carefully crafted by master cider maker, Grant Howe. Their cider is made in the a­ uthentic tradition of fine ­British cider makers and ­European ­w ineries. ­S everal varieties of apples are carefully ­selected and blended resulting in a ­­hand-crafted sparkling ­cider that is fl ­ avourful, refreshing and a n ­ atural alternative to beer and wine.

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A highlight at their ­tasting room is their amazing Iced ­C ider. This delightful elixir must be what the old ­mythology books spoke of as being ”the honey of the gods”. The T­ asting Room is open seven days a week from June through October.

In addition to their fine apple ciders and wines, there are some selected food and gift items. If you are in the mood for a bite to eat , then enjoy one of their famous wood-fired pizzas baked in their outdoor oven.

County Cider Estates Winery County Rd 8 • Waupoos

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Breweries Lake On The Mountain Brewing Co.

In 2007, Lake on the Mountain Inn & Resort opened a small onsite brewery and began ­brewing a ‘Country Brown Ale’ and a ‘Cream Ale’.

Due to their popularity, they continue to brew the original two ales as well as 10 other seasonal brews using fresh local ingredients, ­including hops and barley organically grown at their farm on Lake Consecon.

Some of the other beers you can expect to see this season are ... Pacific Gem I.P.A • Wild Hop Ale • Onokenoga Pale Ale • Lake on the Mountain Lager • English Ale • Oatmeal Stout • Farmhouse I.P.A • Pumpkin Ale and more. So if you plan to dine at their waterside inn, then be sure to taste some of their great brews!

County Road 7 Picton

Barley Days Brewery

Known for its tasty, popular, and satisfying brews, Barley Days Brewery’s focus is quite simple: to craft excellent beers without compromise.

Barley Days Brewery’s line of premium all-season and seasonal beers represent classic brewing styles that use only the finest malts and hops, brewed in small batch sizes to insure quality.

The significance of Barley Days Brewery’s name lies in its ties with the past. The American Revolution (1775-1783) was the most important event leading to the settlement of Prince Edward County. About five hundred Loyalists came in the first wave. In the latter half of the nineteenth century (1860-1890) Bay Barley, reputed to be the best malting barley available, along with hops, were grown in the County and exported across

Lake Ontario to U.S. breweries. Barley Days ­Brewery celebrates these times and the names and labels of its brews reflect the County’s proud heritage. R ­ etail store, tours, tastings at the brewery 13730 Loyalist Prkwy Picton

Premium Quality Craft Beer Brewed in Prince Edward County Drop By the Brewery at 13730 Loyalist Parkway to Buy Beer or for Tastings and Tours.

Large Groups, Please Call Ahead.

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wineries

List of Wines per Winery E ASTSID E W IN E RI E S O F P RIN C E E D W ARD C O UNT Y These wineries are located off the North end of Highway 49 (Fish Lake), North Marysburgh Ward (east end of the County), a South Marysburgh Ward, and centred on South Bay, the southernmost part of the County Name Year Winemaker(s) Wines

County Cider Company 1976 Jenifer Dean Apple ciders: County Cider, Waupoos Cider, PEC Barrel Aged Ice Cider, Feral Cider, Peach Cider, & Estate Winery Sweet Sparkling Cider Wines: Sparkling Cider Three Dog Winery 2001 John Squaires Pinot Noir, Baco Noir, Gamay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Grigio , Vidal, Blends Lighthall Vineyards 2001 Glenn Symons Pinot Noir; Vidal , Chardonnay , Gewürztraminer, Honey Pie Hive & Herbal 2001 Gavin North Honey Wine (Mead) Half Moon Bay Winery 2005 Brian Mitchell Pinot Noir, Merlot; Reisling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay Exultet Estates 2004 Gerry Spinosa Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Vidal Icewine Devil’s Wishbone (The) 2005 Paul Gallagher Pinot Noir, Red Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Pinot Gris, Reisling, White Blend, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay Black Prince Winery 2000 Terence van Rooyen Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Chambourcin, Baco Noir, Maréchal Foch, Chardonnay, Melon de Bourgogne, Michael Fallow & Geoff Webb Pinot Gris, Riesling, Vidal

W E STSID E W IN E RI E S O F P RIN C E E D W ARD C O UNT Y These wineries are in Hallowell Ward (centre of the County) & Hillier Ward (west side) Name Year Winemaker(s) Wines The Grange of 2001 Caroline Granger Gamay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet/Merlot, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Fumé Blanc, Prince Edward Vineyard Brut (traditional method sparkling wine) and Sparkling Riesling & Estate Winery TerraCello Winery 2002 Anthony Auciello Boca Nera, DeChaunac; Reisling, Vidal Sugarbush Vineyards 2002 Rob Peck Pinot Noir, Red Bkend, Gamay, Cabernet Franc; Reisling, Gewürztraminer, White Blend, Chardonnay Stanners Vineyard 2004 Colin Stanners Pinot Noir,, Red Bkend, Cabernet Franc; Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Reisling Sandbanks Estate Winery 2000 Catherine Langlois Baco Noir, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Marechal Foch, Gamay; Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Vidal, White Blend, Pinot Noir; Rosé Rosehall Run Winery 2001 Dan Sullivan Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Gamay; Chardonnay, White Blend, Riesling, Pinot Gris Redtail Vineyard 2004 Gilbert Provost Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Reisling & Chardonnay Lacey Estates 2003 Kimball Lacey Pinot Noir, Baco Noir; & Winery Reisling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay Keint-he Winery 2006 Jay Johnston Pinot Noir, Meunier, St. Laurent, Chardonnay, Hillier Blanc (Chard/Gris or Noir blends - still white), & Vineyard Pinot Sauvage (sweet Pinot Noir); sparkling: Blanc de Noir Huff Estates Winery 2003 Frédéric Picard Gamay, Merlot, Pinot Noir; Caabernet Franc; Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris; Sparkling Vidal,

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hen driving around in search of wineries, it is always better to first see what wineries offer the types of wines you thoroughly enjoy and then to plan a route which will offer you the most e ­ fficient means of exploring those you want to visit. This will maximize your time to your a ­ dvantage in order that you don’t miss those wineries where you would like to sample their wines.

To simplify things, the wineries of Prince Edward County have been grouped into two sectors according to their location. Hopefully, this will allow you to maximize your time and enhance the pleasure of your wine tour experience while minimizing your gas consumption.

For those of you visiting The County from Montreal and Ottawa areas, you might consider starting out ­visiting the many wonderful wineries located on the west side of the region. On you way back home, you can visit the east side wineries without sacrificing precious time and vice versa for visitors from Toronto and area.

West Side Wineries

When it comes to the Westside Wineries, which primarily encompasses Hillier Ward where the clay loam soil for mation is per fec t for producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnays, Highway 62 acts as the proverbial dividing line between the Eastside and Westside wineries.

The following route suggestion may be of assistance to you.

along with a few others. You can also head along Cty Rd 1 to Highway 33, Loyalist Parkway, where you can start your tour at Red Tail Winery just a bit south off it on Partridge Hollow.

From there you can go back to Hwy 33 for a visit to Stanners Winery in Hillier.

Once you leave Stanners, go south on Hwy 33 to Greer Road to visit Rosehall Run and then back onto Hwy

Starting from the crossroads of Highway 62 and County Road 1, known as Scoharie Road, you will find Huff Estates Winery and its Inn. A little further along along Cty Rd 1, you can go to either Wilson Road to visit Sugarbush or head on straight to TerraCello. From there head on till you come to Closson Road where you will find Lacey Estates and The Grange of Prince Edward

TERRACELLO WINERY

A Little Touch of Italy in Prince Edward County

La Dolce Vita!

2436 County Road 1 • Bloomfield

613-243-2523

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33 to Sandbanks Winery. A litte further along, going east bound you will come to Hubbs Road where you will find Keinte-He Winery.

All these wonderful wineries look forward to greeting you and showcasing their fine selection of quality wines for you to enjoy and some like TerraCello and The Grange do offer light fare to savour with your wine.

westside Wineries The Grange Of Prince Edward

The Grange of Prince Edward invites you to get down and dirty. That’s right! They want to give you an opportunity to explore the other side of the grape, so to speak. To work the land even for a day is to garner a greater appreciation what it takes to make great, award-winning wines.

With a visit to their estate winery situated in the heart of rural County farms, you can choose any one of their seven tour packages which range from a private tour of the vineyards and winery facility and a guided tasting of three wines to the complete vineyard experience where you actually can choose to work alongside the vineyard crews, enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch with a wine pairing specifically selected by their winemaker followed by a tour of the wine facilities and three wine tastings.

Here, amidst old world beauty in harmony with our modern times, this family owned and operated winery offers a wine experience like no other.

This heritage farm with its beautifully restored circa 1826 barn turned wine tasting boutique and winery will captivate you not only with its physical “presence”in our age of technology but also with the delightful flavours of their VQA award winning wines including their white wines – Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc, and red wines - Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, and Gamay Noir.

If time doesn’t permit one of their tours, then plan to enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the pond featuring ingredients grown on County farms which you can enjoy but make sure to give them 24 hours notice if you plan to tour.

990 Closson Road Hillier grangeofprinceedward.com 613 399-1048

Terracello Winery

TerraCello Winery and the Auciello family welcomes everyone to their farm winery located just minutes from the famous Sandbanks Provincial Park in an area known locally as “Mountainview”.

Their vineyard is perched atop the third highest plateau in all of Prince Edward County and comprises of 5.5 acres on which the Auciello family and GRANGE OF PRINCE EDWARD friends have painstakingly VINEYARDS & ESTATE WINERY planted the vines over the past www.grangeofprinceedward.com few years and nutured.

After a trip to his father’s hometown of Anzano di Puglia, Italy, in 2004, a seed was planted in Anthony Auciello’s mind ... to find that perfect parcel of “Terra”, as his father always referenced God’s earth, to start his own family winery in Canada just as his ancestors had done in Italy.

In 2006, Anthony and his wife Daniela finally found the Fox farmhouse. The following years were arduous ones but they kept faith in their dreams and restored the old barn to resemble an old Italian fattoria with a charming patio where you can enjoy authentic Italian style pizza during the summer.

Today, TerraCello offers Cabernet Franc, Riesling, Baco Noir, De Chaunac, and Sov Coronation, Pinot Noir and a limited quantity of Vidal.

From robust and tannic, to supple and soft, their wines are finessed, guided and brought to maturity by Anthony with minimum intervention, allowing the wines to truly reflect their terroir.

At TerraCello, the Auciello family sincerely looks forward to meeting you and enjoying your company while you, in turn, enjoy a rustic yet refined experience while sampling their wines and their Southern Italian hospitality.

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WINE BOUTIQUE & ART GALLERY

Cheers! Santé! Salud!

Rob and Sally call them a “garagsite” winery, taken from the French term meaning making fine wine in a garaged sized winery.

They like to let everyone know that you do not need a big space to make wonderful wines. Rob and Sally, with some help from a small staff, like to manage all aspect of the business from grapes growing, wine making, production to sales and most likely if you stop in for a visit you will find one of them behind the counter in their wine store.

They grow 7 grapes varieties and are proud that all their wines are 100% estate grown.

At Sugarbush Vineyards you will find Chardonnay (Unoaked), Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Viognier (available 2015) Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Franc as well as their fun house blends, Red, Not Red and Almost Red.

OPEN 10:30 AM-6:00 PM ALL SUMMER OPEN UNTIL 7:00 PM ON FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, JUNE 20th-AUGUST 31st COMPLIMENTARY DAILY VINEYARD TOURS AT 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM (WEATHER PERMITTING)

17598 Loyalist Pkwy, Hwy 33, Wellington, ON K0K 3L0 613.399.1839 www.sandbankswinery.com /sandbanksestatewinery @sandbankswinery

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Rob and Sally are excited to share their passion and experiences with you and look forward to seeing you this upcoming season Picnic area, wines available by the glass. The winery is both children and pet friendly.

Located just north of Wellington, open daily from May to November, 10:30am to 5:30 pm: 1286 Wilson Road Wellington www.sugarbushvineyards.ca 613 399-9000

westside Wineries Stanner’s Vineyard

Stanners Vineyard is a small ­family run winery dedicated to ­making great wines for all to enjoy.

After discovering the beauty and potential of the County during a tandem bicycling trip in 2002, Cliff and Dorothy Stanners together with their son Colin and his wife, Mary Macdonald, decided to start the vineyard and winery.

From the beginning, their passion for the land included using sustainable, organic vineyard practices. The resulting fruit is transformed into Stanners Vineyard award winning wine, excellent reds and whites, with complex, bright fruit flavours, borne by balanced acidity and minerality, reminiscent of some of the fine wine of Burgundy but having a County “signature” of its own.

Colin’s approach to winemaking is to be meticulous, patient, and to use minimal, gentle handling at every stage, allowing for the clear expression of each unique vintage.

The Stanners welcome you to chat with them at their charming straw bale tasting room, with its thick walls and stacks of oak barrels. Bring your picnic outside under the umbrellas at tables in front of the winery. Stroll down Station Road for a nature hike on the Millennium Trail. You are invited to come by and enjoy the fruit of their labour in their latest releases!

76 Station Road Hillier www.stannersvineyard.ca 613 661-3361

Sandbanks Estate Winery

Sandbanks Estate Winery is located on the historic Loyalist Parkway, Hwy 33, along the ­picturesque shores of Lake Ontario on the outskirts of Wellington.

O wner and winemaker Catherine Langlois has been producing award winning wines for over 13 years.

While her Riesling and Cabernet Franc show charm and class, it’s her signature Baco Noir and Dunes that have earned a loyal following.

Sandbanks offers a wine boutique and tasting room, contemporary art gallery and a season packed with lively events for you to enjoy.

Join them on their outdoor gazebo for tastings and a great time. One of the most delightful times at the winery is the Harvest celebration that happens late September/ early October. Make sure you come join in on this fun filled event where you can experience what it’s like to harvest their grapes, enjoy some wine in the vineyard, have a nice lunch, and then listen to the live music during the afternoon.

Sign up for Sanbanks newsletter on their website (www. sandbankswinery.com) so you can be in the know about everything that they have going on during their event filled summer season. Open daily May to Oct. 10:30am to 6pm and Nov. to April from 10:30am to 5pm.

17598 Loyalist Parkway Wellington wwwsandbankswinery.com 613 399-1839

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westside Wineries Lacey Estates Winery

After several years of hard work and careful nurturing of their vines and grapes, the Lacey family welcome you to Lacey Estates Winery where you can enjoy a delightful wine t­asting experience.

Growing their grapes in the rich Hillier clay loam, they have specialized in producing several delightful types of flavourful wines for you to sample and enjoy.

While offering one of the most satisfying and soughtafter wines - Pinot Noir with its full-bodied, rich red colour and a smooth, silky texture as well as Baco Noir, Lacey Estates also has a fine variety of white wines.

Discover their light and fruity Chardonnay, the delicate bouquet of their Pinot Gris with its underlying citrus tones, Riesling and their full bodied Gewurztraminer. These are certain to delight the most discriminating wine connaisseur.

Although a fairly young winery, the Lacey Estates has been recipient of not only two Bronze Medals for their 2009 Baco Noir and their 2010 Pinot Gris at the 2011 Intervin International Wine Awards, but also two other Bronze Medals for their 2009 Baco Noir and 2010 Gewurztraminer at the 2010 Artevino Awards.

They take great pleasure in offering some of The County’s newest fine wines. You are invited to come sample their selection of fine wines along with some of their famous wine & crabapple jelly, wine chocolates and to take home some of their beautiful handmade gifts.

Located in the heart of the Hillier’s growing wine region, Lacey Estates is situated between Closson Chase and The Grange wineries and across from Lift Haus Winery at 804 Closson Road • Hillier www.laceyestates.com 613 399-2598

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Redtail Vineyard

A pair of Red-Tailed Hawks nest near the vineyard which bears their name.

They often soar overhead or hunt in the nearby fields, confident that there will be minimal negative affects on the environment from the vineyard or the winery. At Redtail Vineyard, we want to produce wines which are the best expression of our unique Terroir, while doing all we can to preserve the environment.

Redtail Vineyard is just off The Loyalist Parkway near Consecon.

Sun, soil and organic practices help craft Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir from grapes grown on the property. This year’s offerings will also include county Chardonnay and Riesling. Tour Canada’s only true “green” winery, being “off-grid” and following organic practices.

Une paire de buses à queue rousse niche tout près du vignoble nommé en leur honneur. Souvent, elles survolent très haut ou chassent dans les champs voisins, confiantes que le vignoble et les chais n’ont aucun effet néfaste sur l’environnement.

Chez Redtail Vineyard, nous produisons des vins qui sont la pure expression de notre terroir, tout en restant toujours soucieux de notre environnement.

Redtail Vineyard est aux limites de Consecon, près de la promenade Loyalist.

Le soleil, le sol et la culture biologique contribuent à la personnalité de nos Pinot Gris et Pinot Noir fait avec les raisins de notre vignoble. Cette année nous offrons aussi un Riesling et un Chardonnay typique du comté. Visitez la seule vinerie canadienne vraiment « verte », alimentée au solaire et biologique.

422 Partridge Hollow Rd. Consecon www.redtailvineyard.com 613 965-0893

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Rosehall Run Winery

A truly impressive winery, “Rosehall Run makes some of the best-value wines in the County” according to Beppi Crosariol of The Globe and Mail.

The Tasting Room offers a warm and inviting space to sample Rosehall Run’s critically acclaimed VQA wines. A large three tiered chandelier was commissioned by local twig artist Maggie Longworth, who fashioned the light using dried grape vines from the property.

Large exterior glass doors on either side allows an abundance of natural light and vineyard views.

A unique section of the Tasting Room affectionately called the The Greer Road Grocer features picnic-size portions of locally grown and produced delectables such as terrines and pates, artisan cheese, jellies and chutneys, chocolate, nuts and biscuits. There is also a variety of non-alcoholic beverages for families on the go.

Visitors are invited to stop by Rosehall Run to gather all the supplies they need for a truly memorable County picnic which they can enjoy on a picnic table in the vineyard with a glass of wine.

Or, as they continue along the Wine Trail, they can stop at one of the County’s dozen conservation areas or celebrated beaches.

Rosehall Run is a proud Sponsor of the Festival Players of Prince Edward County, the County’s foremost professional theatre company. Each August the Company mounts a production in their Grand Tent situated amongst the Rosehall Vineyard.

Guests can enjoy locally produced original Canadian theatre with their wine.

Rosehall Run Tasting Room and Greer Road Grocer is open 10:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. Extended hours will be announced for Special Events 1243 Greer Rd Wellington www.rosehallrun.com 613 399-1183

westside Wineries Keint-He Winery & Vineyards

Keint-he Winery & Vineyards, a Burgundian winery right here in Ontario.

Keint-he focuses on terroir driven, cool climate, premium Burgundian st yle wines.

They believe that precision viticulture and terroir based winemaking result in some of the best wines that Canada has to offer. By keeping their fingers on the vineyard’s pulse and doing all of the work with the vines by hand, each vine, cluster and grape gets the attention that is needed to produce the superior fruit required to make superior wine.

Vines are planted in one of our three County vineyards; each possessing its own unique terroir. By focussing only on those grape varietals that most effectively showcase the terroir of the region, Keint-he is able to produce wines that exhibit fantastic minerality, acidity and an old world charm. At Keint-he they like to think of their vineyards as a habitat for the vines, with our grapes prospering in harmony with the environment, not in spite of it.

Keint-he’s tasting room and patio both have breathtaking views of the vineyard and Lake Ontario. They invite you to pullup a chair and enjoy a glass of

wine on their patio or beside the hearth at our 12’ harvest table Keint-he is an essential stop for any Prince Edward County wine tour. Enjoying great wine with knowledgeable people in a superb setting will have you looking forward to your next visit.

49 Hubbs Creek Rd. Wellington www.keint-he.ca 613.399.5308

Huff Estates Winery

Huff Estates Winery is housed in a modern building that incorporates natural ­elements including stone, wood and water with state-of-the-art ­p roduction facilities and a subterranean barrel cellar.

Specializing in the classic Bordeaux varieties of ­Merlot, ­C abernet ­S auvignon and Cabernet Franc, with some ­additional white wines made from ­Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Riesling, the ­winery focuses on the creation of consistent, ­quality wines.

With their goal to ­produce wines e­ xclusively from Prince Edward County fruit, the w ­ inery is ­committed to ­sourcing grapes only from their own vineyards and other growers committed to p ­ roducing high q ­ uality Prince Edward County grapes.

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ing experience with friendly, knowledgable staff guiding you.

You are invited to sample and purchase their award winning wines in their tasting room/retail store dominated by glass walls, wines and County works of art overlooking acres of vines and to enjoy a light lunch. Be sure to join them

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every Sunday from May to October to enjoy listening to live music while tasting their great wines.

Just one other fantastic stop to add to your wine tour.

2274 County Road Bloomfield www.huffestates.com 613.393.2216

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Overlooking the Vineyards of Devil’s Wishbone Winery

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ome of The County’s many vineyards and wineries are located in more out-of-the-way areas, ­especially in the eastern sector of the island; however, these hidden gems offer award-winning wines that will tickle the palate of the most discerning wine connoisseurs and have earned the respect of all those wine lovers who have discovered the amazing wines they offer.

Although some of these east side wineris may not be on main routes, they are well worth “the adventure” and the fun of discovery. In fact, the routes to them offer some of The County’s most picturesque shorelines and scenery. The bonus is that they are also located in the area where two County cheese producers offer you their delicious array of fine cheese.

If you are starting out your wine tour adventure on the Eastside, it is recommended that you consider starting out at our newest winery to The County, Three Dog Winery, located off Highway 49’s northern most point, just south of the Skyway Bridge on Fish Lake Road.

From there, a trip back south to Picton to Black Prince WInery, located on the outskirts of Pic-

ton on Main Street, diagonally across from the Canadian Tire store; however, if you are planning to visit the west side wineries, then you may want to make it the last leg of your east side wine experience.

From Black Prince, do a quick 2 minute backtrack into Picton which will bring you to County Road 10. Go south along it, until you come to County Road 24. Just a short drive past The Sojourner 2014

Lighthall Road, you will come to Honey Pie Hives & Herbals, where you can savour their new Honey Wine. Then back track to Lighthall Road which will take you to Lighthall Vineyard.

Next, it is on to Exultet Winery on Royal Road, which crosses just south of Lighthall Vineyards. Continue along Royal Road till Cty Rd 10, turn right and then right again onto Cty Rd 13 taking you

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to Half Moon Bay Winery. At this point, you will have to go back along Cty Rd 13 till you come to Cty Rd 8 taking you to County Cider Estates.

From there, take 8 all the way around to Cty Rd 7 and Devil’s Wishbone Winery or backtrack along 8 to Cty Rd 25 and make a right on 7 to get there. This way you can be assured of seeing all the wineries along this side of The County.

eastside Wineries Three Dog Winery

Great Patio Sippers!

ThreeDogWinery 1920 Fish Lake Road, Picton Ontario 613.403.4323

threedogwinery

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OPEN DAILY 10am - 6pm*

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Covering 100 acres with 15 acres of Sugar Bush, Three Dog Winery is one of The County’s newest wineries which is officially opening its doors this June.

You could say that it is the first “community” planted winery as owners John and Sacha Squair hosted their first “Planting Party” in 2013 where over 100 volunteers coming from all points of the province helped them plant the last 2 1/2 acres of the five acres they needed to establish themselves as a winery. It was a huge success where several local wineries, bakeries, restaurants as well as a local cidery and brewery joined in to help out.

Having the official 5 acres required to open, they then needed to build a tasting room for visitors to come in and enjoy sampling their wines.

That’s when they decided to run their Indiegogo Campaign, which is a crowdfunding platform on the internet, in order to raise $10,000 towards covering the cost of the building.

Today, visitors can now enjoy the fruits of their labour along with Three Dog Winery’s crowd pleasing wines of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Baco Noir, Vidal, Pinot Grigio and rosé blend affordably priced to suit everyone’s budget.

John and Sacha invite you to bring your picnic basket lunch, sit on the winery’s deck where you can sip on a glass of wine while you enjoy the panoramic view of their vineyards and sugarbush.

Afterwards, you can wander along their many trails and discover the magic that inspired John and Sacha to plant their vines here.

1920 Fish Lake Road Picton www.threedogwine.com 613.403.4323

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Lighthall Winery

Lighthall Vineyards is a low ­volume, high quality, familyowned and operated winery.

The primary focus is on their estate-grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with sparkling wine, late harvest and ice wine products coming for their 2013 vintage.

In addition, they source ultra-premium Cabernet Franc for their Rosé and Gewürztraminer, from a special vineyard in Vineland. All their wines are produced in a non-interventionist manner.

The original owners Alice and Peter Minnacher planted the first 8 acres, and built the drive shed. This shed still stands, adorned by Peter’s “Mucho Macho”, a wood sculpture of a well-dressed man holding a glass of wine, created several years ago for Peter’s yearly “Art of Wine” exposition at their gallery in South Bay. After purchasing the property in 2008, owner/wine maker, Glenn Symons expanded the vineyard plantings, and built the winery as well as a comfortable house for the seasonal vineyard workers.

At Lighthall, they endeavor to produce only the highest qualit y wines, pr imar ily from their own grapes, with all employees and family members involved in every step of production, including vineyard work through to the final bottling. With their tasting bar inside the production area, they aspire to share this enriching experience with every customer that comes to visit and sample their superb wines.

One of three wineries located in the southern-most section of The County, you will find Lighthall Winery a truly delightful experience and they await your discovery.

308 Lighthall Road Milford www.lighthallvineyards.com 613.767.9155

eastside Wineries Honey Pie Hives & Herbals

For centuries, bees have supplied us with their sweet nectar. In fact, there is definite “magic” in the honey that they produce even with medicinal benefits.

As proprietors of Honey Pie Hives & Herbals, a small bee keeping and herbal farm, Bay Woodyard and Gavin North have tapped into this golden, natural resource to create not only natural healthful products using beeswax and herbs that Bay grows, but also in the creation of their NEW Honey Wine, often referred to “Mead” in days gone by.

In fact, Mead is considered to be the original fermented beverage with evidence of its use dating as far back as 6500-7000 BC in North China but only in 2000 BC in Europe.

With people like Bay and G avin spear heading the movement towards reviving its production in small home meaderies, mead is enjoying a resurgence for both wine connaisseurs and others to simply experience and enjoy this past, old-age favourite.

Located in the eastern section of The County, you are invited to visit Bay and Gavin at their unique, environmental friendly Farm Store.

You will not only enjoy the delicious pleasure of their Honey Wine but also the many products that they produce.

From lotions to soaps to lipbalms in the personal care area to herbal teas and seasonings ... all locally grown, produced and made on the premises. Nothing could be more “Natural” than a visit to this unique emporium that is one with nature while producing products which the earth gives freely for us to enjoy thanks to the magic touch of Bay and Gavin!

705 County Road 24 Point Petre Road • Milford www.honeypie.ca 613.476.3216

Half Moon Bay Winery

Owners, Brian Mitchell and Margaret Korman love for nature and gardening began at an early age, growing up on family farms… combined with a love for wide open spaces and a growing passion for the ‘wine experience’, lead to a three year search through Niagara, the Okanagan and Prince Edward County for the perfect terroir and a better life, away from the Big City. The bays of Prince Edward County stole their hearts… more specifically, the serene water front nestled between South Bay and Half Moon Bay.Thus began a life of expanding piles of rocks, broken equipment and fabulous wines.

They began planting in 2005 in an abandoned apple orchard on the ancient shoreline of Lake Iroquois (The Great Lakes), a rugged fossilized limestone slope which today overlooks Half Moon Bay. Beginning with 5 acres split between Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris… and with the addition of Riesling, Chardonnay and Merlot in 2008, they now have 14 acres under cultivation.

Half Moon Bay Winery is located in the original homestead post and beam barn, which had been damaged by fire in the early 1920s and is gradually being restored.

They practice minimal intervention in both viticulture and oenology. They use no chemical pesticides or fertilizers and hand harvest their grapes. Their wines are allowed to express the terroir and the season that produced them, and they are produced only from grapes that they grow.

They love the ‘wine experience’ and look forward to sharing it with you.

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eastside Wineries Exultet Winery

Exultet is the Latin word for “song of rejoicing”. Joy and praise for wines that are transcendent and meaningful, emerging from ­darkness. Timeless and eternal, Exultet wines are products of their unique terroir, not to be imitated. They are not blended, but are a pure and true expression of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Today, the winery boasts of having won not only once but for the second time in a row Located in the most southern portion of Prince Edward County, a centuries’ old farm, formerly a dairy operation, cheese factory, and apple orchard, has been resurrected to a new life, enriched with flowering grapevines and aging wines. Reusing of the former 1870’s Royal Street Cheese Factory as their winery has allowed for minimal impact to the environment, while at the same time preserving a piece of County rich heritage.

Vineyards, first planted in 2004, are nur tured on limestone rich soils in full view of Lake Ontario. The hand-tended and hand-picked fruit are grown with organic materials whenever possible and minimal chemical use. Soil, climate, and geography have come together to produce identifiable wines, unique in quality and expression.

Their winemaking philosophy is to use low tech, traditional methods. By choosing to make wine in this way they will always have limited quantities, but they are be able to focus on what is most important. It all makes a difference to them.

They choose not the world’s short term concerns, but those eternal - those worth exulting!”

1106/1112 Royal Road Milford www.exultet.ca 613.476.1052

613-476-1199 • 1014 County Road 7 • RR#4 • Picton www.devilswishbone.com

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Devil’s Wishbone ­Winery

Wi t h 1 1 a c r e s o f r o u g h farmland near Lake on the Mountain, just east of Picton, you will find Devil’s Wishbone Winery and the wry humour of Paul Gallagher and his ever faithful companion Samantha, a charming English Bull Terrier.

Several years ago, owner/ viticulturalist Paul Gallagher took a leap of faith when he decided to purchase a century old farm overlooking the mouth of the Bay of Quinte to establish his winery.

As one of The County ’s newest wineries, Devil ’s Wishbone Winery has quickly established a reputation for producing fine wines which show an impressive depth of flavour and aroma.

The winery offers a variety of wines including Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Cabernet Franc; however, Paul Gallagher offers one wine that will certainly put Devil’s Wishbone on the map ... a Riesling according to Canadian wine aficionado David Lawrason.

Like many County wineries, Devil’s Wishbone’s tasting room is located in a huge, century barn that is undergoing a total refurbishing with all the rustic charm you can imagine within its three tiered levels.

Just like his passion for creating great wines, this another one of Paul’s as he goes about to breathe life back into the old barn giving it a totally new dimension that not only the adds another chapter to the old barn but intrigues visitors from afar.

Swing on over to Devil’s Wishbone Winery and enjoy the view while sampling some of their wonderful selection of fine wines.

1014 County Road 7 North Marysburgh www.devilswishbone.com 613.476.1199

eastside Wineries Black Prince Winery

Boasting the most varieties of wine in the County, Black Prince is located in the heart of this region just outside of Picton, the winery sits amidst other businesses and homes along the Loyalist Parkway.

A medieval theme runs throughout the retail space ­c ommemorating the Black Prince himself, Prince Edward (1330-1376) eldest son of ­E dward III, who became a legend in his own lifetime.

The Black Prince was one of the most successful commanders during the 100 years war and a model of chivalry and courtesy.

This premise is the foundation of all that is Black Prince Winery.

They are the poster child of rural diversity, a model of chivalry and courtesy in every sense.

In addition to growing their own grapes on their 10 acre ­vineyard, they facilitate grape growers in Prince Edward

­ ounty who have not yet C ­e stablished a fully operational winery of their own.

This supportive effort allows smaller growers to make wine to their specifications and market this wine from the Black Prince facility. Labels include Hillier, Bella Vigne and the latest addition to this family of growers Harwood Estates located in the heart of Hillier’s wine growing region.

Visitors to Black Prince Winery can enjoy tasting these ­wonderful award winning wines while wandering out onto the deck overlooking the vineyards.

Black Pr ince Winer y is dedicated to crafting fine, accessible wines showcasing what the area has to offer. One Winery, Many Terroir. Enjoy discovering all that it offers at 13370 Loyalist Pkwy Picton www.blackprincewinery.com 613.476.4888

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990 Closson Road, Hillier

2 TERRACELLO WINERY 2274 Cy Rd, Bloomfield

3 SUGARBUSH WINERY

1286 Wilson Rd • Wellington

4 STANNER’S VINEYARD 76 Station Road, Hillier

5 SANDBANKS ESTATE WINERY

17598 Loyalist Pkwy, Wellington

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6 ROSEHALL RUN WINERY 1 Three dog winery 1243 Greer Rd, Hillier

1920 Fish Lake Rd, Picton

7 RED TAIL VINEYARD

2 LIGHTHALL WINERY

422 Partridge Hollow Rd. Consecon

308 Lighthall Rd, Milford

3 HONEY PIE HIVES 8 LACEY ESTATES WINERY & HERBALS 804 Closson Road • Hillier

9 KEINT-HE WINERY 49 Hubbs Creek Rd, Wellington

705 Cty Rd 24, Point Petre Rd, Milford

4 HALF MOON BAY WINERY

3271 County Road 13

10 HUFF ESTATES WINERY

South Marysburgh

2274 Cy Rd, Bloomfield

Micro Breweries 1 BARLEY DAYS BREWERY 13730 Loyalist Pkwy, Picton

Cidery

2 LAKE ON THE MOUNTAIN BREWING CO

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County Road 7 • Picton

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5 EXULTET WINERY 1106/1112 Royal Rd, Milford

6 DEVIL’S WISHBONE WINERY

1014 County Road 7, North Marysburgh

7 BLACK PRINCE WINERY

13370 Loyalist Pkwy, Picton

Nature & Attractions

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PROVINCIAL PARKS

Nearby & Natural

SANDBANKS PROVINCIAL PARK

Outlet River Photo Courtesy of Joe Vanveenen

South Between Picton & Bloomfield

NORTH BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK Between Consecon & Wellington

LAKE ON THE MOUNTAIN PROVINCIAL PARK Between Picton and Milford

CONSERVATION AREAS The H.J. McFarland Conservation Area Between Picton & Glenora

Little Bluff Conservation Area South Bay - Prince Edward Point

Whattam’s Memorial Walkway Picton Area

Beaver Meadow Wildlife Mngemnt Area Cherry Valley Area

Consecon Mill Dam Consecon

Macaulay Mountain Conservation Area & Birdhouse City Picton

Rutherford-Stevens Lookout Between Waupoos & Milford

Whitney Memorial Dam Consecon

Harry Smith Conservation Area Ameliasburgh

Allisonville Conservation Area Between Wellington &Ameliasburgh

Bloomfield Mill Pond Heart of Bloomfield

Demorestville Dam Conservation Area Demorestville

Milford Mill Pond Conservation Area Milford

Sunset Lookout

Between Demorestville & Highway 62

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or more than 50 years c­ onservation areas have been acquired across Ontario, all set aside because of special a ­ ttributes.

In Prince Edward County, there are 14 conservation areas, ranging in size from small roadside ­parkettes, scenic ­­look-outs and water ­control structures to ­spectacular parcels of land such as Macauley Mountain which offer some 25 km of hiking and mountain biking trails. There is much to see and enjoy at Macauley Mountain’s 178 hectares. The ­conservation area boasts three distinct habitats lowland, a high ­limestone plateau and an i­mpressive east-west ­forested ­escarpment.

Connecting the hiking trails is the Whattam’s M ­ emorial Walkway, ­containing some 1,000 trees planted in memory of local residents. Birdhouse City is located here too, a site containing over 90 nesting boxes, many f­ ashioned after ­historic buildings in the county.

The Harry Smith C ­ onservation Area in Ameliasburgh is the f­ormer site of the h ­ istoric Roblin’s Mill, removed in 1963, and reconstructed as a w ­ orking mill in Toronto’s Black Creek Pioneer Village. There is history in all of our c­ onservation areas, but visitors to Beaver Meadow Wildlife M ­ anagement Area come mainly for the w ­ oodland and wetland birds that can be found in this unique spot on County Road 10, just six kilometres south of Picton on the way to Sandbanks.

Sweeping vistas are yours for the taking at Rutherford Stevens L­ ookout o ­ verlooking Smith’s Bay, Sunset ­Lookout at Muscote Bay, or from a twenty metre limestone cliff at Little Bluff Conservation Area ­overlooking Prince Edward Bay. The H.J. M ­ cFarland Area along Highway 33 (Glenora Road) o ­ ffers boat launching and p ­ icnicking ­opportunities along the shore of Picton Bay, while the Henry Leavens Conservation Area at the Bloomfield Mill Pond is just a nice place to stop and relax, as is the Milford Mill Pond Conservation Area in Milford.

There are several other areas too in Prince Edward County that are nearby and ­natural.

Don’t forget to visit Sandbanks Provincial Park, the largest bay mouth sand bar separating fresh water in the world. This bar of mountainous dunes, some as high as 25 metre, were created over many centuries by p ­ revailing westerly winds. Despite the dry, harsh conditions there are many interesting plants and ­animals that eke out a ­living in these desert-like ­conditions.

For more information on these and other c­ onservation areas in Prince Edward County, pick up a brochure from the office at Macauley Mountain.

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n at u r e & at t r a c t i o n s Town of Deseronto

Discover the Town of Deseronto; the southeastern gateway to the Bay of Quinte, where you’ll find a refreshing mix of urban advantages in a natural setting.

Deseronto is at the hub of Bay of Quinte’s sights and attractions.

The Town offers a welcome reprieve from mainstream sights and activities. Explore the historic downtown & uptown business district home to a vibrant blend of shopping, dining and services.

Experience Deseronto’s picturesque waterfront on the Bay of Quinte, and enjoy the abundance of cultural, recreation pursuits and amenities the town and Bay of Quinte Region has to offer.

Downtown Deseronto’s Downtown offers a diverse mixture of shopping, dining, parks, culture/history and recreation opportunities.

Hunt for unique treasures in the vast assortment of antique & collectible dealers. Browse the

variety of specialty shops and boutiques where you’ll find the creative works of local artisans, clothing/accessories, home décor and more.

Culinary Experiences Experience the array of local foods & beverages at restaurants/cafes.

Enjoy a fantastic meal amongst a magnificent waterfront setting that offers spectacular views, immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of our Victorian Tea Room, and savor the renowned pizza and many other tastes at the selection of restaurants.

Waterfront & Outdoor Spaces Nestled on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte, Deseronto is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts; the town is home to world class year round fishing, boating and waterfront activities & amenities.

Centennial Park on Deseronto’s waterfront features a scenic accessible waterfront trail just waiting to be explored, boat

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launch/docking, playground, and many other amenities. The community’s public & private boating facilities and service providers connect boaters & anglers with a broad network of boating opportunities on the Bay of Quinte & Lake Ontario.

Celebrate your inner nature lover by exploring the many green spaces in and around Deseronto.

Take in downtown Deseronto from picturesque Rathbun Park –a focal point of the community – the park features a stately fountain and gazebo, flowers/ foliage, benches, cobblestone paths and wonderful views of heritage buildings and sites.

Heritage & Culture Deseronto was founded on Loyalist, Mohawk, military and industrial roots, which has contributed significantly to its history.

First settled in 1784 by Captain John Deserontyon, a group of Mohawks, supporters of the British

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during the American Revolution, his grandson John Culbertson sold lots in 1840 and registered a survey for a village, “Deseronca”, in 1850, although the settlement was called “Mill Point” 1850-81.

After 1855, Hugo B. Rathbun acquired many properties and built one of the province’s earliest “company towns” to house employees of his shipyard and sawmill. It was renamed “Deseronto” in 1881.

Its heritage/cultural influences are evident at every turn; from a wide array of historic and cultural sites. With the town’s rich stock of 19th & 20th century buildings including its 1901 Post Office, 1904 Town Hall (reflecting the Queen Anne Revival Style ) which is open to the public from Mon-Fri for viewing, and more.

Make sure to expand your horizons with a vist to historic Deseronto which is just over the Skyway Bridge off Hwy 49. www.deseronto.ca 613-396-2440

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Child’s Play

Macauley birdhouse city

One of the County’s unique attractions is ­located at the ­entrance to Mccauley Mountain Conservation Area located on County Road 8 just on the outskirts of Picton.

Here, against the backdrop of Macauley Mountain, you will find Birdhouse City, a c­ ommunity of amazing ­birdhouses. It was thanks to the late Doug Hames whose reputation as a fine ­craftsman became renowned t­ hroughout the County when he ­recreated

the historic Massassauga Hotel as a birdhouse.

It was due to his creativity that Birdhouse City became a wonderful County attraction and home to the t­ housands of birds which make the county their spring migration destination each year. Such was the level of his achievement in creating the ­fabulous ­birdhouse, that he inspired schools, b ­ usinesses and local ­residents to take part in a county wide project to produce a city of birdhouses which today totals 80.

Like the Massassauga Hotel, many are reproductions of other historic buildings you will find in the County. There are birdhouses of every shape and size imaginable and many bird lovers make it a destination point in their travels through the County. Be sure to include it in yours!

When it comes to keeping children active and happy, it is always a ­challenge for most parents. Here are a few things you might consider if you are staying for a ­several days or more.

DRAGONS & GRAFFITI ART WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS

Prince Edward Count artist, illustrator and designer, Andrew Csafordi, is offering two “Dragons and Graffiti” Art Workshops for kids ages 10-15 in July. From July 14th-18th and July 28th to August 1st from 9am to 4pm at the Bloomfield Centre for Creativity at 3 Stanley Street in Bloomfield.

Developed by Andrew, this hugely popular workshop has been offered in the past as part of Loyalist College Summer Camp program, and was run during the March Break at the same venue with great success as it is a fun learning experience.

In this workshop, kids will learn: • To doodle and sketch • Draw and paint characters • Graffiti as an art form • How to draw cool letters and lots more!

The five day ART workshop fee is $175/child plus HST and includes all materials. Payment via VISA & MC accepted. Kids bring their own lunch. Maximum of 15 students per program.

To register or for more information, call Andrew at 613.393.1572 or email him at Andrew@andrewcsafordi.com or visit www.andrewcsafordi.com

Activities FOR FAMILIES 1. H orseback Riding at Diamond J Ranch in Picton or their beach ride out at Sandbanks 2. Trip to one of The County’s many libraries 3. Sandbanks Provincial Park in Cherry Valley/West Lake 4. An hour, a half day or full day at Westlake Willy Waterpark Fun for the entire family!

5. C h e c k o u t W e s t l a k e Watersports Kids’ Camp 6. The outdoor play station and skateboard park located at the Picton Fairgrounds or

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the children’s playground in downtown Wellington’s Park.

7. Trip to Native Renaissance II or Native Expressions in Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory 8. C anoeing or Kayaking at Martin’s River Country or Westlake Watersport Rentals 9. B ike ride with Bloomfield Bike Co. - bike rental services.

10. A visit the County’s five wonderful museums.

11. S ign them up for a kid’s art class with some of The County’s great artists.

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Looking for a new experience?

Have you tried a Waring House Cookery class or an Art Workshop?

Chase Away Rainy Day Blues!

Unfortunately, there are many things that we can do to ensure that your visit to the County is a t­ horoughly e ­ njoyable and memorable experience; however, we do not control the ­weather but ­whatever you do, please do not allow rainy days to make you blue!

If it is not nice enough to go the beach, then here are a few suggestions in which to keep yourself ­occupied during ­inclement weather in the County as they can be done rain or shine.

1. Take

time to visit all of our ­wonderful ­MUSEUMS! With five historic m ­ useums at every corner of the County, you can take the opportunity to step back into the past and learn about the lifestyle of our early s­ ettlers. It is a journey into our County ­heritage which may inspire you to explore further.

2. If you believe that you may have “roots” in the County, then a visit to the ­MARILYN ADAMS GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH ­CENTRE will certainly be an adventure on its own!

3. W ith the multitude of artists and ­artisans that exists in the County, make it a day to explore our great ART GALLERIES such as MAD DOG, S­ IDESTREET, CRANSTON’S GALLERY ON MAIN and individual ARTIST galleries since many artist welcome visitors.

4. ANTIQUING is always a great way to spend time; therefore, while away a few hours ­exploring some of the wonderful treasure troves of unique antique shops.

5. Enjoy a show at FESTIVAL PLAYERS, COMMUNITY THEATRE or REGENT THEATRE! During the summer, there are live ­performances to enjoy 6. P amper yourself with a spa t­ reatment, massage at CLARAMOUNT INN & SPA, SPA AT SAM’S GARAGE, & SERENITY SPA .

7. If it is a weekday, then visit one of the six branches of PEC PUBLIC LIBRARY where you can pick up your email, read a magazine or local newspaper.

8. Visit our wineries! Take a tour to one or all of our wonderful wineries and “get wet” on the inside!

9. Take

a trip around the County and d ­ iscover the variety of boutiques, shops as well as the ­beauty of the County even on rainy days!

10. Head up north on 49 and take a trip to TYENDINAGA - Mohawk Territory and visit RENNAISANCE 11 or L’IL CROWE NATIVE ARTS CENTRE

The Waring House Cookery School Come and stay or just come and play.

Among the many amenities of The Waring House, are the extremely popular, recreational cookery classes, designed for everyone from beginner to gourmet. The three-hour, hands-on classes include lunch or dinner. Private classes are the perfect way to celebrate girlfriends’ getaways, birthdays, and family get-togethers. They also make excellent team-building exercises for your next meeting or conference.

Book The Waring House’s A Taste of Old Ontario package and experience a hands-on cookery class along with two night’s accommodation (double occupancy); 5-course tasting menu dinner, paired with wine; 3-course dinner in the Barley Room Pub, glass of locally crafted Barley Days beer, and breakfast each day.

From $398 pp + taxes and gratuities. www.waringhouse.com For ART WORKSHOPS/CLASSES, see the ARTISAN Section.

Movies & Live Theatre

Naturally, when you come for a visit, you like to take advantage of all the wonderful things to do both day and night while ­s taying at one of our many wonderful inns, motels and b&bs. This is just a quick reference guide to ­c ertain activities which you might enjoy after a great day of exploring our County’s treasures.

These are just a few ways to spend some great quality time in the County on rainy days. No matter, rain or shine, you can always have a great time in the County.

Keep in mind that you can always return to experience a Girls’ or Mens’ Getaway or a corporate team building exercise at such places like... the Waring House Cookery School, a fishing weekend at Merland Park, Spa Weekend and much more!

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The Regent Theatre & Festival Players offers a ­v ariety of special shows throughout the season which you may enjoy.

If you want to go to the movies, then check out the Regent Theatre for its movie show times or call the Mustang Drive-In (393-2006) .

Live Music &Dancing For live music entertainment v e n u e s , s e e t h e Eve n t s Section.

n at u r e & at t r a c t i o n s from a bird’s eye view Because of its location in eastern Lake Ontario, Prince Edward County is a natural catch-all for migrating birds both spring and fall. The points of land along the southern shore ­especially provide o ­ pportunities during the spring migration. Point Petre, Salmon Point, West Point (­Sandbanks ­Provincial Park) and Huyck’s Point have all been identified as important focal points to view migrating birds.

Of all the points of land sprinkled along the south shore of the county, Prince Edward Point, located at the southeaster end of the Long Point Peninsula in South Marysburgh Township, has been identified as the most important. It is a major staging area in spring and autumn for migrating birds. In fact, there is no other location on the Canadian side of lake Ontario where densities and a ­ bundance of migrants are known to compare with those at Prince Edward Point.

ALBURY SWAMP Albury Swamp is a Class 1 wetland located near the hamlet of Albury, west of Rednersville and east of Carrying Place.

Part of the swamp is owned

by Apple Doorn Farms. Part of their pick-your-own operation has been the d ­ evelopment of a wetland trail leading through a large ­deciduous woods to a ­viewing p ­ latform where a great blue heronry can be viewed.

Weekend tours are provided

by Apple Doorn Farms, and ­for ­arrangements call 613-968-8783.

SAWGUIN MARSH The ­Sawguin Marsh is one of the largest cattail marshes in Prince Edward County where a leisurely canoe paddle will ­produce least bittern, osprey, rails, occasional waterfowl and other birds typical of cattail marshes.

Sawguin Creek ­empties into the Bay of Quinte.

BIG ISLAND MARSH This cattail is over 800 ­hectares.

The channel has become choked with cattails so the birding opportunities aren’t as convenient as at Sawguin; however, some good viewing can be had right from the causeway and the roads that run ­parallel with the marsh. Black terns, both species of b ­ itterns, swamp sparrows and marsh wrens are regulars. ­Historically, king rails once occurred here.

Sharp-tailed sparrow, cinnamon

LITTLE BLUFF CONSERVATION AREA Situated some 18 meters above Prince Edward Bay, this 28 hectare area commands an excellent view of the bay and a small cattail marsh where waterfowl may be viewed.

Nature trails meander through red cedar, deciduous trees and along a barrier beach and marsh.

teal and great egret have also been seen here.

MACAULEY MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION AREA This 178-hectare c­ onservation area contains a wide range of habitat ­including a steep ­w o o d e d ­e s c a r p m e n t .

Ovenbirds, w ­ inter wrens, r­ osebreasted grosbeaks and wood ­thrushes are common ­summer ­residents. See famed “Birdhouse City” a six-acre sub-­division of some 90 nesting boxes fashioned after well-known structures in the county.

POINT PETRE WILDLIFE Deciduous woods and low ­shrubbery areas adjacent to highway offer good birding during migrations periods and excellent hawk watching during fall migration. Much of the area

SANDBANKS PROVINCIAL PARK This popular summer ­destination is also an ­excellent birding area. The wide diversity of habitat produces profitable birding in all seasons. Nesting bank ­swallows, wild turkeys, ­­red-­bellied woodpecker, orchard oriole, blue-grey gnat catcher and other birding treats await the visitor.

PRINCE EDWARD POINT BIRD OBSERVATORY This southeastern most tip of the county is a natural basin for birds migrating in both spring and fall. Spectacular ­concentrations of warblers, flycatchers, thrushes, and other song birds. ­Excellent ­observation point for ­migrating hawks, eagles and turkey vultures. Large winter ­concentrations of water fowls.

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to the left of the highway, former Department of Nation Defence land, offers savannah, wetlands and treed areas. Caution is advised when exploring this area as road and lane ways are narrow and become flooded in the Spring.

Beaver Meadow Wildlife Area This 89 hectare conservation area contains a large wetland that harbours wood ducks, osprey, and herons. Deciduous woods and a large plantation of native shrubs on the property are excellent for song birds.

Call 613-476-1506 for more information.

One of The County’s Bald Eagles Photo Courtesy of Joe Vanveenen

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Golf, Sports & Recreational Activities

SPORTS IN THE COUNT Y Prince Edward County

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Quick Guide • cycling • golfing • watersports & Rentals • horseback ­riding

Golf, Sports & Recreational Activities

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ver the past twenty years, Prince Edward County has ­blossomed into one of Ontario’s major recreational ­tourism destinations. In fact, there are many who call it Eastern Ontario’s Playground. Its proximity to Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal make it the hub from which all outdoor enthusiasts come to experience phenomenal fishing, wonderful golf, great cycling and more.

Being surrounded by water with 800 km of shoreline, it is only natural that The County offers the complete gamut of watersport activiites. Whether you are an avid kayaker, canoeist, jet skier, sailor, or recreational boater, The County has public boat ramps througout the region as well as several harbours and marinas to service your needs. There are also boat, canoe and kayak rentals. It is also home to one of Canada’s leading kayak manufacturers - Clear Water Designs with its retail store on Northport Road.

When it comes to water sports, there is no end to Sailing on the Bay of Quinte the water pleasures you can enjoy. With two provincial parks - Sandbanks and North Beach, you can swim, wind surf, boat, sail, etc... If you don’t have a means to get on the water, there are several places such as Martin’s River Country and Westlake Willy that rent out canoes, motor boats, jet skis and more. In fact, Westlake Willy Waterpark is the perfect playground for the entire family or group of friends at any age to enjoy.

From great outdoor cycling to world class fishing to a challenging game of golf to horseback riding along the beach or trail riding along mountain paths, hiking and more, there is no end to the recreational/sports experiences that the County offers. For those who simply love to watch versus participate, then there are a myriad of sporting events that occur throughout the year from fishing derbies to watch the weighing in to poker boat races to Shannonville funny car races and more. Ultimately, the choice is yours. Simply pick one and enjoy the experience!

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FIS H IN G IN B A Y OF QUINTE C OUNTR Y !

Having garnered international recognition as the best place to fish for welleye, literally thousands come to fish in the Bay of Quinte.

Other species found in this area, besides walleye (pickerel), include pike, bass, trout, salmon, perch, crappie as well as the almost paleotonic garpike.

For the avid angler, this is the perfect opportunity to grab a rod bait and to head for the open waters. If you need a boat, then the knowledgeable staff at Merland Park Cottages will be more than happy to rent you one their 14 or 16 ft Lunds. Better yet! See if you cam get on one of Kevin Lavers’ famous Merland Park fishing charters for a fishing experience.

So “tie one on”, take a charter or to simply venture out on your own for a fishing adventure and discover the area’s phenomenal fishing!

Merland park

Besides being a small quiet resort with 9 modern cottages and three motel units, Merland Park offers a variety of water sport r­ entals to enjoy on a beautiful summer’s day as well as ­fishing charters.

For the sports lover, they have 14 ft & 16 ft Lund rental boats with 15, 20 & 25 hp Yamaha motors as well as 14 ft boats which have live wells and some have electric starters.

In addition, they have ­kayaks, canoes and paddle boats for your leisure p ­ leasure. Although adult life jackets are supplied, they kindly request that you bring your own children’s life jackets to go boating.

Located on over 3 acres of beautiful trees and lane ways just 1 km east of Pictonon Highway 33, you will find hours of enjoyment.

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golfing in and about the count y

Always Time for Nine!

A fine golf course, like fine wine, must have a distinct character, a good body and a great finish.”

You will be delighted by the golf experience that awaits you in the heart of Prince Edward County’s Wine Region. This Azinger design is a picturesque mix of tree lined impeccably manicured fairways, with three contrasting links style holes exposed to the breezes off Lake Ontario.

The beach-like silica sand-traps and bent grass greens add to the course’s unique character along with their practise area which has anAquatic Range, bunker, putting green and chipping area.

They have a CGTF professional on hand for those of you who want a few lessons before hitting the course.

The four tee decks offers golfers a chance to choose their challenge, playing from 2400 – 3500 yards. With a getaway to The County, “there is always Time for Nine”. Join them for a must play County golf experience that is a “pleasure to play”.

With more than 100 years of golfing tradition, Picton Golf & Country Club is a natural choice for a great game of golf.

Overlooking beautiful Bay of Quinte, this championship course covers all levels of play with tree lined fairways, strategic sandtraps, well manicured greens and three tee decks. From 5400 to 6300 yards, this Ward designed course offers even the most accomplished golfer a serious challenge of his/her skills.

Newly renovated with a fully licensed lounge and a spacious dining room offering a panoramic view of the bay, it is the perfect 19th hole. If you have enjoyed the cuisine at the Acoustic Grill, then you will love what’s in store fore you as Steve Purcell has taken on challenging your tastebuds and taking it to new heights while the course challenges your golf skills.

You are invited to join them for a round of great golf!

Public Club 9 Hole Course • Par 36 Power Carts • Lessons Rentals • Licensed For Tee Times 1-866-549-2357 613-399-2357 157 Prince Edward Dr. Wellington www.golfwellington.ca

Semi-Private 18 Hole Course • Par 72 Pro Shop • Rentals Licensed Lounge & Restaurant For Tee TImes Call Pro Shop 613-476-1485 734 County Rd #49 • Picton www.pictongolf.ca

A Must Play County Experience!

For Tee Times:

613.399.2357 or 1.866.549.2357

157 Prince Edward Drive Wellington www.golfwellington.ca

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g o l f i n g & w at e r s p o r t s weather in which to play at outfoxing the Fox at its own game. Tournament bookings welcomed at the friendly Fox!.

It’s All About Water Fun At ...

Westlake Willy Waterpark! id For T hoef K s!

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SpItlUaps! h 3 TRAMPOLINES • WATER SLIDE HUMAN LAUNCH PAD MASSIVE FLOATING ICEBERG & MORE WATER TOYS

Play by the Half Hour • Hour • Half Day • Full Day Fully Supervised • Life Jackets Supplied *Half Price for Campers at Edgewater Park

If “distance” is your game, then Briar Fox is the perfect course to ­challenge you. In fact, your dollar will definitely go further here, although the same cannot be said for your golf ball.

An 18 hole course with a myriad of c­ hallenges including an infamous dog leg, the Fox offers all the golf ­amenities you could want. If planning to tee off in the morning, then give them a call to make sure there’s a time slot available.

With a fully stock pro shop, driving range, practice area, and a licensed clubhouse which can accommodate 150 people, you could not ask for more... except for great

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613.393.1095

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Semi-Private 18 Hole Course • Par 72 Driving Range & Practice Area Rentals • Beverage Cart • Pro Shop Licensed Dining Room, Lounge & Banquet Stay & Play Packages For Tee Times: 1-888-228-9337 613-396-2433 Highway #2 • Marysville www.briarfoxgolf.ca

wat e r s p o r t s & T r a i l R i d e s Martin’s River Country

There’s nothing quite like a liesurely canoe trip along the Outlet River. At Martin’s River Country, located in the heart of the Quinte Isle’s Tourist Region, you are afforded the opportunity to do just this. Known for their RV, Camping and Seasonal Trailer sites, it has become recognized for its great canoeing and boating a­ ctivities along the Outlet River leading into Lake Ontario as well as East Lake.

You are invited to explore the Outlet River and get close to nature where white swans float and otters play.It is a great way to spend the day in the County for both old and young alike and one which will give you hours of pleasure as you paddle along enjoying nature and all its natural beauty.

County Road 18 Picton

trail rides Diamond J Ranch

Everyone is invited to come ride with the friendly folks at Diamond J Ranch. Catering to families and inexperienced riders,their trail guides will take you on a one hour ride through fields, meadows and up on the mountain overlooking the scenic Picton Bay. During the course of your ride, you’ll probably encounter deer and an array of wildlife including a proliferation of birds and an authentic Indian burial ground. These rides run at 10am, 2pm and 6pm (except Fridays) daily.

There is also an 1 1/2 hour Beach Ride through wooded trails and down to a beach overlooking majestic Lake Ontario. This ride runs at 12 pm and 4pm daily.

In addition, there are pony rides for younger children.

11967 Highway 33 Picton

Westlake Willy ­Waterpark

If you love water fun, making big splashes, swimming, leaping into water, swooshing down slides, etc., then a trip over to WESTLAKE WILLY WATERPARK where you’ll find The County’s biggest and only water park!

Jump from a 25 foot tower onto the big bouncy “BLOB”.

Shoot a friend into the air or climb the 15 foot inflatable, floating iceberg.

It’s great summer fun for all ages. Watch the fun or simply jump right into the thick of it all. Every day from 9am to dusk you can play.

Bring a picnic! Use the beach bbq’s. Book a birthday party!

Ask your host about Westlake Willy’s special savings for B&B, Inn and suite rental guests. It’s time for some great summer water fun.

Edgewater Park West Lake

Westlake Watersport Rentals

Canoe the Outlet River & East Lake!

Boat Rentals

Canoe Rentals

For a great day of fishing or a relaxing family excursion!

613-393-5645

County Road 18, R.R. #1 • Picton • Ontario www.martinsrivercountry.ca

Diamond J Ranch

If action watersports are your summer “bucket list”, then Enjoy a Special Beach Ride OR get on down to WESTLAKE WATERSPORTS where water fun is a way of life!

They have a variety of great “water toys”! Rent a speedy ­Waverunner, Jet -ski or one of their three seater Sea-doos.

If you want something a little A Mountain Ride overlooking Picton Bay bigger and with less “action” and more “relaxation”, then rent one of their “gentle” pontoon boats which can seat up to ten comfortably.

It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy a little water fun with the entire family.

Only 5 minutes from SandPony Rides for Children • Rides for Private Functions banks Provincial Park, you’ll find them all at Edgewater Beach Rides By Appointment Only, Call 613-476-4595 Trailer Park in West Lake.

Quinte’s Isle Camppark Near Sandbanks Provincial Park Where else could you go for O P E N DAI L Y - M a y t o O c t obe r so much fun in the sun?

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sports in the county

ATTRACTIONS & Sports in prince edwardcounty

Wind Surfing Swimming

Attractions BIRDHOUSE CITY

County Road 8 • Picton

PEC Skateboard/ BMX Park

Picton Fairgrounds Main Street • Picton

Sports MERLAND PARK FISHING CHARTERS

12488 Loyalist Parkway Picton

WELLINGTON GOLF COURSE

157 Prince Edward Drive Wellington

BLOOMFIELD BICYCLE COMPANY

PICTON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

DIAMOND J RANCH

BRIAR FOX GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

225 Main Street Bloomfield

111967 Highway 33 Picton & Quinte’s Isle Campground

734 Highway 49 • Picton

R.R. #1 • Marysville

MARTIN’S RIVER COUNTRY - BOAT RENTALS County Road 18 Picton

WESTLAKE SPORTS WATER RENTALS Edgewater Park West Lake

WESTLAKE WILLY WATERPARK Edgewater Park West Lake

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Thank You for Visiting Beautiful Prince Edward County

Please Come Again to Enjoy More!

CO U N T Y TO U R I S M • R E A L E S TAT E • K E E P S A K E S Prince Edward County ­Chamber of Tourism & Commerce (PECCTAC)

As The County’s number one source for information about The County, the friendly staff at PECCTAC are always on hand to assist via their Visitor’s Centre, phone (1-800-640-4717) or email.

Whether it is recommending eateries or guiding visitors to local events or finding travel weary visitors accommodation, they want to ensure that your visit to The County is an enjoyable experience which includes offering FREE County maps and access to brochures and more.

It is also the base for the Accommodation A ­ ssociation of Prince Edward County (AAPEC) as well as the PEC Cottages and Campgrounds of Prince Edward (CCPEC), two organizations that are dedicated to providing visitors access to a wide realm of places on to where to stay.

As one of only 68 accredited Chambers in C ­ anada, PECCTAC

also offers in-depth information regarding the general community and assist in supplying support services for new businesses.

If you’re a visitor or a new resident needing info or help, then please feel free to contact the knowledgeable staff at PECCTAC’s office and Vsitor’s Centre located at 116 Main Street Picton

Visitpec.ca

Sponsored by InfoLink Interactive Media, this site is dedicated to serving the needs of visitors requiring access to information that is relevant to their wants and needs prior to visiting The County as well as during their stay.

As an expanded directory on accommodation, restaurants. recreational activities and more with links to respective web sites, it is another great source that will enable you to make sure that you enjoy the best possible experience while visiting The County. www.visitpec.ca

County Keepsakes

Life is all about memorable moments. For many, vacations and time spent away from the routine of everyday living is special and goes by far too quickly.

At County Keepsakes, it is all about ensuring that your ­memories are enhanced ­beyond photos that sometimes get lost as we return to back to the realities of our everyday lives.

A key chain, a ­coffee mug, a calendar, a T-shirt , cap, etc... are a great way to remember about your time in The County.

Here, you will find a wonderful ­selection of such great keepsakes that you can enjoy in your everyday life.

In addition, there are ­beautiful County postcards to send to friends and family showcasing the beauty of the area while telling them of the fun you’ve had during your stay. So drop on in to County Keepsakes at 12699 Loyalist Parkway (Glenora Rd) • Picton

Sandra Foreman

Sales Rep & REALTOR®

As a member of both the Quinte District Association of Realtors and the Toronto Real Estate Board, Sandra Foreman offers unique “boutique” services.

With her a life-long knowledge of Prince Edward County, background in Sales & Marketing and inherent caring as a Registered Nurse, extensive international experience and skill as a professional photographer, Sandra has a skill set that is unique.

Her goal is to provide you with top quality service and care.

Managing her business personally gives clients, both buyers and sellers, professional, in-depth individual attention. She is never too busy to give your real estate needs the attention they deserve.

If The County has cast its spell on you and you want to find that special place, then call her today at her direct line 613.403.1466 Toll Free 877.476.0096

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