Kingston Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 21) Sheep Dog Trials, Grass Creek Park, August 8-10, 613546-4291, Ext. 1706. Featuring the world’s best trial dogs and handlers plus demonstrations, crafts, music and more. 1000 Islands Poker Run, Confederation Basin, August 8-10, 613-548-4415. Three-day competition with more than 150 powerboats, entertainment and lots of action. Women’s Art Festival, City Park, mid-August, 613-5461237. Showcasing the works of talented local artists. Scene of the Crime Festival, Wolfe Island, August 9, 613-385-2648. Writers’ workshops and literary lunch, short-story contest and more. Canadian Olympic Training Regatta Kingston, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, August 7-24, 613-545-1322 or www.cork.org. An exciting two-week sailing event for hundreds of participants of all ages. War of 1812 Firepower Weekend, August 23-24, 613542-7388 or www.forthenry.com. The Fort Henry Drill Squad and Artillery and War of 1812 re-enactors present the roots of various devices of warfare. Limestone City Blues Festival, various locations, August 21-24, 613-548-4415 or www.kingstonblues.com. Four days of the best in blues with internationally renowned artists. Fort Henry Sunset Ceremonies, Wednesdays, 613-5427388 or www.forthenry.com; see July. Music in the Gardens, Lions Civic Gardens; see July. SEPTEMBER Culture and Recreation Fall Leisure Showcase, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, September 5-6, 613-546-4291, Ext. 1706. Discover what you can see and do in Kingston this fall and winter. Kingston Fall Fair, Kingston Community Memorial Centre, September 18-21, 613-542-6701 or www.kingstonfair.com. Midway, agricultural displays and shows, entertainment, children’s activities and more. Canada DanceSport Competition, Kingston Military Community Sports Centre, September 19-20, www.canada dancesport.com. Competitors from 12 different countries dancing at all levels. Chilifest, Confederation Park, late September, www. chilifest.ca. Sample fabulous chili creations from more than 30 of Kingston’s finest restaurants. OCTOBER Kingston Jazz Festival, various locations, October 3-5, www.kingstonjazz.com. Performances by some of Canada’s most celebrated talents. Fort Henry Antiques and Artisans, October 4-5, 613542-7388 or www.forthenry.com. Art for Heritage, St. George’s Cathedral, October 17-18, 613-548-4617. A festival of arts, crafts and music. Gem & Mineral Show, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, October 18-19, 613-384-4439. Featuring unique jewelry, crystals, fossils, carvings and more. Town & Country Studio Tour, October 18-19, www. townandcountrystudiotour.com. Juried professional artists from Kingston and area open their studios and welcome visitors. Pumpkinfest, MacLachlan Woodworking Museum, October 25, 613-542-0543 or www.cityofkingston.ca/ museum. Celebrate the harvest at the museum with games, pumpkin carving and entertainment. NOVEMBER/DECEMBER Hadassah Auxiliary Bazaar, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, early November, 613-544-9842. Great values and bargains in new and used designer fashions and winter coats. Kingston Handloom Weavers and Spinners Show, early November, 613-549-3298. Members’ creations in home decor, baskets, toys and clothing. Nighttime Santa Claus Parade, November 22, 613548-4415. A wonderful downtown parade for all ages, with bright lights to complement the festive atmosphere. Creativity Arts and Crafts Show, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, November 28-30, 613-549-5519. Artists display and sell one-of-a-kind craft creations. Kingston Potters’ Guild Show and Sale, 370 King St. W., early December, 613-546-1437 or www.kingstonpot tersguild.com. Rockin’ at the Clock, Market Square, New Year’s Eve, 613-546-4291, Ext. 1706. A family event with entertainment, skating, hot chocolate and fireworks. Note: Please contact organizers to confirm dates and times and obtain more complete details. www.kingstoncanada.com | visitor guide 2008 21 http://www.kingstonjazz.com http://www.forthenry.com http://www.townandcountrystudiotour.com http://www.townandcountrystudiotour.com http://www.cork.org http://www.cityofkingston.ca/museum http://www.forthenry.com http://www.cityofkingston.ca/museum http://www.kingstonblues.com http://www.forthenry.com http://www.kingstonfair.com http://www.kingstonpottersguild.com http://www.kingstonpottersguild.com http://www.canadadancesport.com http://www.canadadancesport.com http://www.chilifest.ca http://www.chilifest.ca http://www.kingstoncanada.com
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