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V I S I T O R S G U I D E2011 · 20121 . 8 8 8 . 2 7 0 . 9 1 5 1 • w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m
Coming to Niagara?Discover FORT ERIE!AND THE EXCITEMENT OF FORT ERIE RACE TRACK!Visit <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’sNEW Racebook(Located inside the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Slots)Open 7 days/ nights per week.Full Bar & Menu Available.Always FREEparking & admissionwww.forterieracing.com • Toll Free - 1-800-295-37702011LIVERACINGSCHEDULEOpening Day: Saturday, May 7, 2011 (Post Time 12:45pm)Prince of Wales: Sunday, July 17, 2011Twilight Racing: Every Monday & Tuesday inJune, July & August (Post Time 4:00pm)Quarter Horse Racing:July 2 - 4 & Returns in OctoberTRY YOUR LUCK ON ONE OF OVER 400 SLOT MACHINESAT THE OLG SLOTS AT FORT ERIE RACE TRACK.T H E F O RT E R I E R A C E T R A C K I S O P E R AT E D B Y T H E F O RT E R I E L I V E R A C I N G C O N S O RT I U M , A N OT- F O R - P R O F I T C O R P O R AT I O N.2 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE3
M AY O R ’ S M E S S A G EA MESSAGE OFWELCOME FROM THEMAYOR OF FORT ERIEIn the mood to take a miniholiday? We have theperfect destination. VisitOLG Slots at <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> RaceTrack today and you’ll haveyour pick of more than 400slots. But the chance ofwinning is only the startof the fun. ou’ll nd thefriendly staff and thrillingpromotions will make yourvisit even more memorable.Mini holidays just don’t getmore convenient than that.Your mini holiday.OLG Slots at <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track230 Catherine Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON(<strong>905</strong>) 991-8012 or 1-800-234-7987Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 a.m.Friday to Sunday 24 hoursolg.caOn behalf the residents of the Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, I am pleased and delighted to welcome you toour beautiful border community.Nestled on the shores of Lake <strong>Erie</strong> and the Niagara River, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is the gateway to Southern<strong>Ontario</strong> if you are arriving from the U.S., and for Canadians it is the gateway to historic Buffalo,New York. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is rich in cultural heritage, historic charm, natural beauty and tradition.<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> also offers a unique blend of rural and urban living.<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> has something to interest you no matter your age or the time of year you have chosen tovisit. The Town is home to miles of beautiful beaches, countless fishing and boating opportunities,the Niagara River Parkway, quaint shops, antique markets, and many recreational trails. Be sure toexperience the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Thoroughbred Horse Race Track & Slots which provides one of the mostspectacular venues for thoroughbred horse racing and quarter horse racing. The <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> RaceTrack is home to the famous Prince of Wales Stakes which is the second jewel in the CanadianTriple Crown. Also travel back in time to the War of 1812 at historic Old <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> equipped witha New Visitors Centre, or get up close and personal with some of the wildest creatures on earthat Safari Niagara.Whether you are visiting <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> for a few hours or a few days, I wish you an enjoyable andmemorable visit while here. I hope you will find this Guide helpful in acquainting you with all that<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> has to offer including services available, festivals, events, attractions and dining options.Welcome and enjoy!Sincerely,Must be 1 years of age or older. Valid governmentissued photo identication may be reuired.Mayor Douglas Martin4 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE5
Waterproof• Landing• Stairways• Roof Decks• Pool Areas• Hot Tub Areas• Patios & more...C O N T E N T SFREEESTIMATESSTOP by to see ourFull Showroom967 Helena St. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Featuringglass & aluminumrailing systemsBTI Design<strong>905</strong>-993-1330 • 1-800-596-0770For More Information Visit www.weatherdekniagara.comNOW OPEN<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’sFast, Friendly, ReliableComputer Sales & ServiceInternet CafeOpen to the Public.$5 for 2 hours.All the latest software!ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT &TOURISM CORPORATION660 Garrison Road, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, <strong>Ontario</strong> L2A 6E2<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1332 ı 1-888-270-9151ı <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1077(fax)edtc@forteriecanada.com ı www.forteriecanada.comMAYOR’S MESSAGE .............................. 4-5VISITOR’S INFORMATION ....................... 9-11CHURCHES IN FORT ERIE ...........................11FESTIVALS & EVENTS ........................... 12-19GAMING ............................................. 20-21TECH SERVICESNIAGARA289-479-5420967 Helena Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>walmartHelena StCOMPUTER CLASSES• BASIC TRAINING• SENIORS CLASSES• BEGINNER TO ADVANCEDVoted #1ComputerRepair Shop2010Call 289-479-5420 to Reserve TodayGarrison RdGoldenNuggetPUBLISHED BY: NIAGARA THIS WEEK:3300 Merrittville Hwy., Unit B,Thorold <strong>Ontario</strong> L2V 4Y6© Copyrighted 2011 by the<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Economic Development & Tourism Corporation.While every effort is made to ensure theaccuracy of information in this guide, the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Economic Development & TourismCorporation cannot be responsible for any errorsor omissions. This is a publication of the<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Economic Development& Tourism Corporation which has the sole andexclusive right to determine its contents. Many thanksto all of those who supplied the photographs usedthroughout this guide. Special thanks to James A.Thibert for providing many of the images in this Guide.FORT ERIE MAP ................................... 24-25HISTORY & ATTRACTIONS ....................... 26-29SHOPPING .......................................... 30GOLF IN FORT ERIE .............................. 34-35BOATING & BEACHES ........................... 36-39TRAILS & NATURE AREAS ...................... 40-41DINING OUT ........................................ 42-456 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE 7
SAVE33%THE ULTIMATEFALLS EXPERIENCEJourney Behind the Falls • Maid of the MistNiagara’s Fury • White Water Walk+ 2 days transportation & discount couponsPurchase at Niagara Parks Welcome Centres or Attractions,Participating Hotels or online at www.niagaraparks.comLOCAL ACCOMMODATIONSComfort Inn ....... <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8500/1-866-314-6972Crystal Beach Motel .......................<strong>905</strong>-894-1750Haven Motel ....... <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-<strong>2171</strong>/1-877-991-8484Clarion Hotel & Conference Centre........................................ <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8333/1-888-269-5550Howard Johnson ............................................. <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-7777/1-888-524-4405BED AND BREAKFASTSFriendship Trail Bed and Breakfast......................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1424The Cobbled Path Bed and Breakfast........................... <strong>905</strong>-382-1963/1-888-382-1963Tudor Cottage ................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1585CAMPGROUNDSKnights Hideaway Park .................<strong>905</strong>-894-1911Windmill Point Park ......................<strong>905</strong>-894-2809AIRPORT SERVICENiagara Airbus ..............................<strong>905</strong>-374-81115-0 TaxiTo Pearson & Buffalo Airports...................................................1-800-667-02565-0 TaxiFrom Pearson & Buffalo Airports...................................................1-800-268-7429CURRENCY EXCHANGEICE Currency Exchange(Located in the <strong>Ontario</strong> Travel Centre)........................... ..........................<strong>905</strong>-994-9998Peace Bridge Currency Exchange(Located at <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Travel Plaza)......................................................<strong>905</strong>-994-8293Peace Bridge Duty Free ..................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5400Envoy International(Located at Uncle Sam’s Plaza) .......<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5715INFORMATION SERVICES<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Economic Development& Tourism Corporation ..............1-888-270-9151<strong>Ontario</strong> Travel ............................1-800-ONTARIOGreater <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Chamber of Commerce......................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3803Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1600Centennial Public Library (Main)......................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2546Crystal Ridge Public Library ..........<strong>905</strong>-894-1281Stevensville Public Library .............<strong>905</strong>-382-2051LEISURE SERVICESTown of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Parksand Leisure Services ......................<strong>905</strong>-994-7825V I S I T O R S I N F O R M AT I O N8 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE 9
TheOfficial Coffeeof theCoffee Run.<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Visit us at:141 Garrison Rd <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-17431 Peace Bridge Plaza <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8555200 Garrison Rd <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-86691167 Garrison Rd <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-9997Stevensville:2780 Stevensville Rd <strong>905</strong>-382-6090Crystal Beach:282 Ridgeway Rd <strong>905</strong>-894-3020INTER CITY COACH SERVICEGreyhound ....................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3738Coach Canada ...............................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3738Robo Mart .....................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3738EMERGENCY AND MEDICALSERVICESPolice, Fire, Ambulance .................911Police, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> detachment .........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2300Douglas Memorial Hospital(230 Bertie Street) .........................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6600Dr. Mitchell’s Medical Clinic(660 Garrison Road) ......................<strong>905</strong>-994-9417Poison Information .................... 1-800-268-9017CROSSING THE BORDERBorder Traffic conditions ............1-800-715-6722View current traffic conditions www.peacebridge.comENTERING CANADACanadians returning from the USAAfter 24 Hours (Canadian dollars) .$50 per person(Excludes Alcohol and Tobacco)After 48 Hours ...........................$400 per personAfter 7 Days ...............................$750 per personIncludes 1.14 litres of alcohol OR 1.5 litresof wine OR 24 x 355ml beer, 1 carton (200)cigarettes & 50 cigars and 200 grams of tobacco &200 tobacco sticks.Americans entering Canada have the sameexemptions based on their length of stay in Canadaand must have been outside of Canada for aminimum of 48 hours.Leaving CanadaUS residents daily exemptions $200 US per person(includes partial alcohol and tobacco allowance)After 48 Hour .......................$800 US per personIncludes 1 litre of alcohol, 1 carton of cigarettesand 100 non-Cuban cigars.Canadians entering the USA may bring 1 litre ofalcohol and 1 carton of cigarettes and 50 non-Cuban cigars on any trip, tax and duty free.US Customs ............................ www.customs.govUS Customs & Border Protection-Importing Goods ....................... 1-716-881-5225Customs CanadaCanada Customs ............................ <strong>905</strong>-994-6330Canada Immigration ....................... <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5660Canadian Consulate Office (Buffalo)....................................................1-716-858-9500Canada Border Services Agency.................................................. 1-800-461-9999ONTARIO TRAVEL CENTERS<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Travel Centre(1637 Petit Road) ..........................<strong>905</strong>-994-8293<strong>Ontario</strong> Travel Centre(350 Bertie Street, across from theRacetrack-Slots) .............................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3505Peace Bridge Duty Free1 Peace Bridge Plaza, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>www.dutyfree.ca ........................ 1-800-361-1302Crystal Beach EventsVisit our website for detailsSponsored byFriends of Crystal BeachFOCB In Conjunction withCrystal Beach Improvement AreaJune 11-12 VolleyballJuly 2 Music Shuffl eJuly 9-10 VolleyballJuly 10 Waterfront ConcertsJuly 23 Firemans Carnival andMotorcycle Dice RunJuly 23 Wrestling on the BeachJuly 24 Waterfront ConcertJuly 30 Music Shuffl eCBBIASee us onAug. 6-7 Volleyball TournamentAug. 7 Waterfront ConcertAug. 13 Music Shuffl eAug. 20 - Pole Vault DemonstrationAug. 21 Waterfront ConcertAug. 27 Music Shuffl eSept. 3 ParadeSept. 10-11 Volleyball TournamentOct. 8 CB5Kwww.facebook.com / visit crystalbeachwww.focb.net• St. Paul’s Anglican Church – 32 Idylewylde Street.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6704• Victory Christian Centre – 549 Garrison Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4463• Central Avenue United Church – 575 Central Avenue.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3768• First Baptist Church – 165 Bertie Street.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6577• Trinity Lutheran Church – 171 Bertie Street.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2883• Bethel Pentecostal Assembly – 500 Central Avenue.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4640• St. Andrew’s-Knox Presbyterian - Central & Highland Ave..................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3450• Riverside Community Church – 2669 Niagara Parkway.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8880• St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church – 310 Central Ave..................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0692• All Saints Anglican Church – 149 South Mill Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-894-3350• St. John’s Anglican Church – 2251 Ridgemont Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-2608• Golden Harvest Baptist Chapel – 3130 Point Abino North.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-476-1279• Bertie Brethren In Christ – 4943 Church Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-2646• Crystal Ridge Community Church –241 Elmwood Ave. ................................<strong>905</strong>-894-6922• <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Alliance Church – 118 BertieW Street.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1001• Windmill Point Church of Christ Disciple –560 Stonemill Road ...............................<strong>905</strong>-894-4551• Ridgeway Community Church Free Methodist –209 Ridge Road North ...........................<strong>905</strong>-894-2582• St. John’s Lutheran Church – 3837 Netherby Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-3516• St. Luke’s Lutheran Church – 344 Ridge North.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-894-3799• All Nations Fellowship – 3397 Garrison Road ...............................................................................<strong>905</strong>-894-6502• Faith in Christ Fellowship – 94 Jarvis Street.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-7788• Faith Reformed Church – 3605 Black Creek Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-2914• St. George’s Catholic Church – 56 Ridgeway Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-894-2853• St. John’s United Church – 14789 Sodom Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-3344• Stevensville United Brethren Church – 2536 Stevensville Rd..................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4888• United Brethren Church – 1351 Garrison Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4888• People’s Memorial United Church – 366 Ridge Road North.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-894-3500• Church of Jesus Christ – 122 High Street.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-9974• Jehovah’s Witnesses – 530 Walden Avenue ....................................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5262• Calvary Baptist Church – 2494 Stevensville Road.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-2400• St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church – 3718 Netherby Rd.................................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-3826C H U R C H E S I N F O R T E R I E10w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE11
FESTIVALS & EVENTSAPRIL 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 2011GARRISON LITTLE THEATREGarrison Little Theatre proudly presents “OnGolden Pond” by Ernest Thompson. A touching,funny and warmly perceptive play about aspirited and lovable couple in their golden years.This is one of the most emotionally stirringromantic dramas that goes beyond “happilyever after”. Its rare beauty and simplicity willnot leave you untouched. Preformances are atthe Italo-Canadian Club, 1101 DiPietro Street,<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. For more information call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3520or visit www.garrisonlittletheatre.comAPRIL 15, 2011WATOTO LIVE CONCERTWatoto Children’s Choir will perfom a liveconcert at the Victory Christian Centre at 7:00pm.The Watoto Children’s Choir are children fromUganda. Admission is free. For more information call<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4463 or visit www.VictoryInternational.caMAY 7, 2011OPENING DAY AT FORT ERIERACE TRACKCome celebrate the 114th year of live Thoroughbredhorse racing action at one of North America’s mostpicturesque and historic racetracks. Post timefor the season opener is 12:45pm. Stick aroundafter the live racing card is complete to watch the137th edition of the Kentucky Derby live fromChurchill Downs. For more information or diningroom reservations call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visitwww.forterieracing.comMAY 7, 2011FOOTSTEPS FOR FLOWERS5th Annual Footsteps for Flowers. A one hourmemorial walk in memory of Lorraine Murphy,founding chair of the Crystal Beach BIA. The walkbegins at 10:00am from the Crystal Beach Firehall.Participate by being a walker or by sponsoringa walker. For information call Bob Steckley at<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-7531, Lois Wilson at <strong>905</strong>-894-2998 orWinnie Swalm at <strong>905</strong>-894-1093.MAY - OCTOBER 2011RIDGEWAY FARMER’S MARKETMay - October 2011 - Saturday morning from7:00am to 1:00pm Located on the FriendshipTrail parking lot on Ridge Road. Delight in thesounds and smells of an open air market! Freshlocal and organic produce, flowers, baked goods,honey, meats and cheeses will be available in thiscozy traditional farmers market. We are locatedright in the heart of downtown Ridgeway alongthe Friendship Trail so you can walk, or bike thetrail right to the market. Wander through Ridgewayand visit the charming local shops and restaurantslocated nearby. Ample parking is also available. Formore information visit www.ridgewayont.caMAY 29, 2011PATSY CLINE TRIBUTE SHOWPatsy Cline Tribute Show featuring Marie Bottrell.Tickets are $15 and the show starts at 4:00pm.For more information call <strong>905</strong>-894-5927 or visitwww.legionbranch230.comMAY 29, 2011BRIDGEBURG CAR AND BIKE SHOW9:00am - 3:00pm, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Fire Company #2presents the 3rd Annual Bridgeburg Car and BikeShow. The show will be held on CourtwrightStreet in Historic Downtown <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. For moreinformation visit www bridgeburgfire.orgMAY 29, 2011HOOKED ON FISHING - NOT ON DRUGS9:00am - 4:00pm, Windmill Point Park. Free troutfishing event for all ages. This is a drug and alcoholfree event. It combines the teaching of sport fishing,environmental conservation, and drug preventionand helps to bring families closer together. Formore information contact <strong>905</strong>-894-2809 or visitwww.windmillpointpark.comJUNE 4, 2011STEVENSVILLE SPRINGFESTStart your day at 8:00am with a pancake breakfastat the Stevensville Fire Hall. Then join us at10:00am - 5:00pm at the Stevensville MemorialHall to celebrate our 8th Annual Springfest! Visitorswill be treated to arts, crafts, food vendors, musicalentertainment, kids games, pet contest and visit withsome of the animals from Safari Niagara. For moreinformation contact Linda Housser <strong>905</strong>-228-2947JUNE 6, 2011TWILIGHT RACING BEGINS ATFORT ERIE RACE TRACKDuring the months of June, July and August <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong> Race Track will offer Twilight racing withpost time being set for 4:00pm on Mondays andTuesdays. Come on out and enjoy the beauty ofour equine athletes as they compete under thesetting sun. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track will also offera wide variety of buffet specials in the Prince ofWales Dining Room. Special events, live bands andplenty of great entertainment will also take place.For more information or dining reservations call<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visit www.forterieracing.com.JUNE 11 & 12, 2011THE FENIAN RAIDSThe Irish Republican Army attempts to take over the Old<strong>Fort</strong> each afternoon. For details call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.JUNE 11, 2011DASH N’ SPLASH 5K RACE & 1KKIDS FUN RUNF E S T I VA L S & E V E N T SRegistration begins at 8:00am. The 1K Kids FunRun for kids aged 12 and under begins at 9:15amand the 5K race starts at 10:00am. All kids whoparticipate in the 1K Kids Fun Run receive a medal!Both races begin and end at the Kinsmen Pool inpicturesque Sugarbowl Park. The 5K race is opento individuals and teams and features awards fortop 3 females/males overall, top 3 masters (40+),and top 3 in each age category. Post race activitiesinclude a BBQ, prizes, awards presentations andentertainment. Run, raise pledges, bring yourfriends and have fun! All proceeds to benefit theKinsmen Pool Together Campaign to build a newpublic pool for <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. Kids Fun Run is absolutelyFREE. $25.00 registration fee for the 5K run orfree with $50.00 in pledges. Course route, raceinformation, pledge forms, schedule of events andonline registration is available at www.DashSplash.ca.For more information call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-9868.12w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE13
FESTIVALS & EVENTSJUNE 12, 2011RODS & RELICS CAR SHOW8:00am - 3:00pm. 20th Annual Rods & RelicsCar Show on the grounds of the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> RaceTrack. Registration 9:00am - 12:00pm. $10Registration on the day of the show. Generaladmission: adults $2 and children under 12 arefree. Free admission for automotive vendors.Net proceeds to Tender Wishes. For moreinformation call <strong>905</strong>-894-1070 or <strong>905</strong>-382-4685JUNE 12, 2011“THE STORY OF ELVIS”“The Story of Elvis” starring Douglas Roy. Dinner andshow for only $15. Show held at the Royal CanadianLegion Branch 230. For more information call<strong>905</strong>-894-5927 or visit www.legionbranch230.comJUNE 26, 2011THAT ROCKIN’ 50’S SHOWThat Rockin’ 50’s Show. Show starts at 4:00pmand tickets are $15. For more information call<strong>905</strong>-894-5927 or visit www.legionbranch230.comJUNE 30 - JULY 3, 2011FRIENDSHIP FESTIVALThe 25th Annual Friendship Festival, celebrated inboth <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON and Buffalo, NY. Entertainmentfor all ages including OLG stage concerts,interactive “Kidz Zone”, midway with 35 rides andattractions, ethnic food, merchandise, performers,demonstrations, heritage artists, and more. Celticgathering with music and bands is featured on July3rd. Recognized as one of the Top 100 Festivals andEvents in <strong>Ontario</strong>. For more information call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6454, info@friendshipfestival.com or visitwww.friendshipfestival.comJULY 1, 2011CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS11:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Mather’s Arch Park. Presentedby <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Canada Day Celebrations. Day longactivities featuring children’s area, entertainment,buskers, midway, vendors, food and music. Amagnificent fireworks display at 10:00pm providesan exciting finale to the day. For more informationcall <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6454, info@friendshipfestival.com orvisit www.friendshipfestival.comJULY 1, 2011CANADA DAY GRAND OPENING OFOLD FORT ERIEOld <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> re-opened to the public July 1st,1939. Join us in our Visitor Centre for the openingof the “New” Old <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> and enjoy fireworksover Niagara as part of the binational FriendshipFestival. For more details call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.JULY 1, 2011HERITAGE ARTS BINATIONALCHALKWALK COMPETITIONThe theme of our 3rd annual Heritage Arts BinationalChalkwalk is “Historic Buildings and Hotels inGreater <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>”. Chalk creations created alongthe Friendship Trail at Mather’s Arch. Competitionopen to all ages and all levels of artists frombeginners to professionals. For more informationcall <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6454, info@friendshipfestival.com orvisit www.friendshipfestival.comJULY 2 & 3, 2011HERITAGE OF PEACE DAYSBe uplifted by the Niagara Spirit of YouthPow Wow, featuring local dancers, drummers,artists, storytellers, displays and food. Contactlittlefire09@hotmail.com. Go back in historywith War of 1812 Village with Sutlers, featuringblacksmith, market, physician, etc. Campfire withperiod cooking. Be entertained with War of 1812Musket & Canon Demonstrations, and Fife &Drum Bands. For more information, contact War of1812 Encampment Units via email jsek@iaws.comJULY 2-4, 2011QUARTER HORSE RACING COMESTO FORT ERIE RACE TRACKThe world’s fastest athletes come to <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> RaceTrack for a three day celebration of horse racing.Saturday, July 2nd <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track will hostlive Quarter Horse racing and on Sunday, July 3rdand Monday July 4th, Thoroughbreds and QuarterHorses will share the track for an exciting displayof speed as they compete against one another inThe Battle of the Breeds. For more informationor dining reservations call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visitwww.forterieracing.comJULY 3, 2011HANDS ACROSS THE BORDERHands Across the Border is a celebrationof peace along the longest undefendedborder in the world. Come and be a part ofthis giant human handshake taking place onthe Peace Bridge. For more information call<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6454, info@friendshipfestival.comor visit www.friendshipfestival.comJULY 3, 2011ALL-CANADIAN PAGEANTSA family run pageant with 25 years experiencethat focuses on fairness and having fun. Babiesthrough to teens. Both boys and girls. Join usat Mather’s Arch within the Friendship Festivalgrounds. For information call <strong>905</strong>-374-1302,email joanne@allcanadianpageants.com or visitwww.allcanadianpageants.comReliable Quality Service Since 1982SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1982After Your Free Quote, Show This Ad & Receive10% OFFAll Prepaid Seasonal Weekly Service ContractsMust be paid in full by May 1st 2011 for DISCOUNTCOMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL LAWN RESTORATIONCUTTING - TRIMMING - DETHATCHING - OVERSEEDING -AERATING - LAWN ROLLING - FLOWER BEDS - LANDSCAPING- FERTILIZING - SNOW PLOWINGBOOK NOW! CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3074JULY 9 & 10, 2011RIDGEWAY SUMMER FESTIVALLocated on Ridge Road in downtownRidgeway. Craft Vendors *Live Music *PancakeBreakfast *Karaoke *Eating Contests *FacePainting *Kiddie Rides & Inflatable Area*Wildlife Displays *Kids Crafts *Custom CarShow *Food Vendors *Simon Says, BalloonToss & 100 Musical Chairs *NumerousBands *Street Dance & Beer Tent. For moreinformation contact sdprint@vaxxine.com orvisit www.ridgewayont.caJULY 10, 2011WATERFRONT PARKCONCERT SERIESWaterfront Concert Series at beautiful CrystalBeach Waterfront Park. Outdoor eveningconcerts on the lawn overlooking beautfulLake <strong>Erie</strong>. Refreshments available. For moreinformation visit www.focb.net“We believe there is no Place like home”New Client Discounts - Packages DealsFREE In Home ConsultationsHelping everyone in the Niagara Region Care forthemselves and/or their Homes• Personal Care • Home Management • House Keeping• Estate Cleaning • Foreclosures and much moreFully Insured & BondedHeather Yandeau (P.S.W)Personal Support Workerwww.handswithheart.ca<strong>905</strong>-329-4502Reflexology for the SoleTherapeutic Reflexology & Indian Head MassageTara GrantCertified Refl exologist<strong>905</strong>-894-5420Chakra Spa and Fitness • 415 Derby Rd. Crystal BeachF E S T I VA L S & E V E N T S14 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE15
FESTIVALS & EVENTSJULY 10, 2011“WRAP UP RIDGEFEST”Wrap up the Ridgeway Summer Fesitval with abbq at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 230,featuring “More Bad News & the Horns from Hell”.There is no admission charge and the show starts at4:00pm. For more information call <strong>905</strong>-894-5927or visit www.legionbranch230.com.JULY 15 & 16, 2011MURDER MYSTERY AT OLD FORT ERIEThe popular event is back with all new suspects,twists and turns! For tickets call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.JULY 17, 2011PRINCE OF WALES STAKES ATFORT ERIE RACE TRACK2011 will mark the 76th renewal of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’spremier event The Prince of Wales Stakes. Thesecond jewel in the Canadian Triple Crown offersa purse of $500,000 and features the best 3 yearold Thoroughbreds in Canada. Come on outand witness history! For more information ordining reservations call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visitwww.forterieracing.comJULY 23, 2011BASH AT THE BEACHProfessional wrestling returns once again to thesandy shores of Lake <strong>Erie</strong> at Crystal Beach in thisfree wrestling event. Great fun for kids and adults ofall ages. For more information visit www.facebook.com/visitcrystalbeachJULY 23, 2011ANNUAL CHRITSMAS IN JULYAnnual Christmas in July will be held at the RoyalCanadian Legion Branch 230. Turkey dinner withall of the trimmings. Entertainment all day for $15.For more information call <strong>905</strong>-894-5927 or visitwww.legionbranch230.comJULY 24, 2011WATERFRONT PARK CONCERT SERIESWaterfront Concert Series at beautiful Crystal BeachWaterfront Park. Outdoor evening concerts on thelawn overlooking beautiful Lake <strong>Erie</strong>. Refreshmentsavailable. For more information visit www.focb.netThe Better Choicein Adult LivingJULY 24, 2011GOSPEL LEGENDS TRIBUTE SHOWGospel Legends Tribute Show at 4:00pm andtickets are $5.00 each. For more information call<strong>905</strong>-894-5927 or visit www.legionbranch230.comAUGUST 6 & 7, 2011THE SIEGE OF FORT ERIE - 1814Ongoing events throughout the weekend at thelargest annual 1812 reenactment in Canada. <strong>Fort</strong>ickets and information call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.AUGUST 7, 2011WATERFRONT PARK CONCERTSERIESWaterfront Concert Series at beautiful CrystalBeach Waterfront Park. Outdoor eveningconcerts on the lawn overlooking beautifulLake <strong>Erie</strong>. Refreshments available. For moreinformation visit www.focb.netAUGUST 13, 2011WOUNDED WARRIORS PROGRAMBENEFITCar Show, Games, Prizes, Draws, BBQ - Fun!Fun! Fun! Music all day provided by AndersonDJ’s of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. Musical entertainmentfeaturing Guy Jefferson Walker of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>and Brittney Hebbourn of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. For moreinformation call <strong>905</strong>-894-5927 or visit www.legionbranch230.comAUGUST 21, 2011WATERFRONT PARK CONCERTSERIESWaterfront Concert Series at beautiful CrystalBeach Waterfront Park. Outdoor eveningconcerts on the lawn overlooking beautifulLake <strong>Erie</strong>. Refreshments available. For moreinformation visit www.focb.netSEPTEMBER 3, 2011ANNUAL END OF SUMMER PARADEA Crystal Beach tradition. Join us as we bury “OldMan Summer” with a colourful parade throughthe streets of Crystal Beach culmintaing in a funpost parade party. For more information visit www.focb.netSEPTEMBER 3 & 4, 2011MURDER MYSTERY ATOLD FORT ERIEThe popular event is back with all new suspects,twists and turns! For tickets call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.SEPTEMBER 5, 2011PUSS N BOOTS DAY AT THEFORT ERIE RACE TRACK2011 marks the 50th anniversary of the horsePuss N Boots who decided during a race totake a leap into one of the track’s infield ponds.Every year, the winning jockey and trainer makethe same leap. Come on out and cheer them on!Post time is 12:45pm. For more information ordining reseravtions call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visitwww.forterieracing.comF E S T I VA L S & E V E N T SElegant BungalowHomes & Towns from$329,000– $ 600,0009,000sq.ft. Club House!Sales Office Open Daily 11am to 5pm, Any time by appointment• 1.866.422.6610www.ridgewaybythelake.com • 1.866.422.6610Friendship TrailWelcome toBed&BreakfastA/C • Continental BreakfastWe welcome advance viewing.328 Kraft Rd. • <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong><strong>905</strong>.<strong>871</strong>.1424www.friendshiptrailbandb.caPlease call for reservationsThe CobbledPathBed and Breakfast Spacious Rooms Ensuite Baths Air Conditioned Full Home Cooked BreakfastYour Hosts: Jim & Judy Schultz3738 W. Main St., Stevensville, On.www.cobbledpath.com • info@cobbledpath.com<strong>905</strong>-382-196316 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE17
FESTIVALS & EVENTSSEPTEMBER 24, 2011SUGAR BOWL WALK & ROLL10:00am - 2:00pm. Free Family (Faith) Concertof 20+ artists at the Lions Sugar Bowl Park duringSouth Niagara Life Centre’s ‘Sugar Bowl Walk& Roll’ fundraiser ($20,000.00 matching grantincentive). All welcome in thanks for participatingand/or supporting. BBQ Lunch will be availableat the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Library from 11:30am - 1:00pm.For more information contact Martha Beroud at<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0236 or martha@snlmcounsel.caSEPTEMBER 24 & 25, 2011SPLIT ROCK FARMS FALLOPEN HOUSE10:00am - 5:00pm. 5th Annual Fall Open House.Fun for kids, farm tours, Belgian horse & wagonrides, displays, artwork, homemade jams/jellies,learning about alpacas, learning about fleece, alpacagoods for sale and more. For more information call<strong>905</strong>-382-7777, splitrockfarmsbb@aol.com or visitwww.splitrockfarmsbb.comOCTOBER 1, 2011HERITAGE DAY9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. NCC is hosting its 35thAnnual Heritage Day at its campus at 2619 NiagaraClosest Hotel to the Peace Bridgeand the City of BuffaloI GO HOJO!Located next to Peace BridgeDuty Free off of QEW• 32 Newly Renovated Modern Guest Rooms• Air Conditioned • Cable TV • Honeymoon Suite& Jacuzzi • Near Slot Machines at <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Race Track • Free Wireless InternetContinental Breakfast • Lake View2009, 2010 & 2011 Gold Medal Winnerin Quality Assurancewww.howardjohnson.ca139 Garrison Rd., (Hwy. #3) <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>at Central Ave. by Tim Horton’s Wendy’sFOR RESERVATIONS CALL<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-7777 • 1-888-524-4405Parkway in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. Admission is free and the dayincludes crafts, entertainment, heritage displays, anantique car show, and vendors from the St. Jacobsmarket. For more information call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6980,www.heritageday.caOCTOBER 8, 15 & 22, 2011QUARTER HORSE RACING RETURNSTO FORT ERIE RACE TRACKGrab your cowboy hat and come to <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Race Track to witness the world’s fastest athletescompete locally. Quarter Horses will also race onTuesday, October 11th, Sunday, October 16th andMonday, October 24th in mixed cards along withlive Thoroughbred racing. Cheer on your favouritebreed. For more information or dining reservationscall <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visit www.forterieracing.comOCTOBER 21, 22 & 28, 29, 2011ALL HALLOW’S EVE ATOLD FORT ERIEVenture into the night at the <strong>Fort</strong> to experiencethe scary traditions of Halloween. Reservations arerequired at <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.NOVEMBER 1, 2011CLOSING DAY AT FORT ERIERACE TRACKThis will be your last chance to see liveThoroughbred racing for the 2011 season. Theseason finales will feature the “Tour de <strong>Fort</strong>”in which equine athletes and their jockeyswill race at an extended distance of 2 milesand 70 yards in a true test of stamina. Formore information or dining reservations call<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200 or visit www.forterieracing.comHAVEN MOTELCLEAN, COMFORTABLE, QUIET ROOMSSwimming Pool, AC, Cable TVPeace Bridge, Race Track & Slots Casinoonly 2 Minutes away!15 Minutes to NF CasinosTOLL FREE RESERVATIONS - 1-877-991-8484 - MOST CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-<strong>2171</strong>215 GARRISON RD., FORT ERIENOVEMBER 5, 2011GILMORE LODGE AUXILIARYCHRISTMAS BAZAAR9:00 am - 1:00 pmPresented by and to support: Gilmore LodgeAuxiliary 50 Gilmore Road, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Open to thepublic. Handmade crafts, baked goods, tea room,jewllery; Gram’s attic; decorated Christmas trees;all sizes, 50/50 raffle; door prizes and more. Forinformation phone <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3283.NOVEMBER 12, 2011DOUGLAS MEMORIAL HOSPITALAUXILIARY CHRISTMAS BAZAARThe Douglas Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will becelebrating their 80th Anniversary this year. TheChristmas Bazaar will be held at the Lion’s DouglasHeights Senior Centre from 9:00am - 2:00pm.Draws, Penny Sale, Baked Goods & Deli, Linens,Knitted Items & Baby Outfits, Jewellery, Purses &Scarves, Tuck Shop Gifts, Raffle Tickets and more.For information contact <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1338NOVEMBER 19, 2011FORT ERIE SANTA CLAUS PARADEGreater <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Santa Claus Parade willbe held on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Formore information contact the Bridgeburg BIA at<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4938 or <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Festivals at <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6454NOVEMBER 19, 2011OUR FESTIVE FORTFollowing the Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Santa ClausParade. Kids are free and adults half price for thisHoliday Open House at Old <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. For moreinformation call <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540.DECEMBER 3 & 4, 2011SPIRIT OF CHRISTMASThe Spirit of Christmas is alive in Ridgeway withfree horse and carriage rides, hot apple ciderand other wonderful Christmas treats. Santa andVictorian Singers will be strolling along Ridge Road.Be sure to visit the shops along historic Ridge Roadand support Niagara Region businesses. For moreinformation visit www.ridgewayont.ca“The Lion and the Eagle”. 12 performances in January 2012.JANUARY, 2012THE LION AND THE EAGLEPRESENTED BY THE DOMINIONREPERTORY THEATREF E S T I VA L S & E V E N T SThe Lion and the Eagle is an original periodpiece and will kick off the War of 1812Bicentennial Celebration. Guests will step backin time and enjoy music and dance whilecelebrating the 12 days of Christmas. But not allare cheering: recent events and news of conflicthave reached this Loyalist outpost and few aresaved the worries of potential war between the Lionand the Eagle. Be part of history! We’ll save youa seat by the pickle barrel. For more informationcontact dominionrepertorytheatre@gmail.comDiscover the World We Bring to YouAffordable Treasures from Around the Globe• Gemstone Jewellery & Crystals• Healing Tools • Readings• Also New & Used Games & Exchange3860 Dominion Rd. (at Gorham Rd), Ridgeway<strong>905</strong>-894-9621www.havenglobal.ca18w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE19
GAMINGFEEL THE EXCITEMENT INFORT ERIE, ONTARIO!Situated on the border between the US andCanada, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is your destination for seriousfun, exciting horse racing, slots and great diningand hotel opportunities. Come for the day, or stayand-play,great offers and fabulous deals await youin <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>!<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is a major player in the Canadian gamingindustry. From the famed 114 year old <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Race Track to the OLG Slots at <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> facility andstate-of-the-art bingo halls, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> booms withthe thunder of hooves, the sound of jackpots andthe shouts of BINGO!THOROUGHBRED & QUARTERHORSE RACINGHome of the famous Prince of Wales Stakes, thesecond jewel in Canada’s Triple Crown, of horseracing the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track has offered theexcitement and pageantry of live thoroughbred racingfor over 113 years. New to the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Trackis American Quarter Horse Racing where you canwitness the world’s fastest athletes compete locally.Attracting almost two million visitors each year, theRace Track is one of the most picturesque tracks inNorth America. From early May through late October,admire the thoroughbreds and quarter horses fromthe stands or more intimately in the Paddock area.During the months of June, July and August the<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track will offer Twilight racing withpost time at 4:00pm on Mondays and Tuesdays.Enjoy the beauty of the equine athletes as theycompete under the setting sun.Dine and socialize in the luxury of the Prince ofWales Dining Room and the Turfside Restaurantand Lounge, or take in the excitement in the grandstand.Also be sure to check out the Racebook Loungelocated inside the Slots at <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track.Horseracing fans have a new venue to bet on racestaking place outside of the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track.The Racebook Lounge is open 7 days a week from11:30am – midnight.OLG SLOTS ATFORT ERIE RACE TRACKCatch all the action of hundreds of slots machinesin our 75,000 square foot gaming area. Try yourhand at Double Diamond, Blazing Sevens videopoker or electronic roulette or have something toeat at the Carousel Restaurant. The OLG Slots at<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track also offers free valet service,complimentary non-alcoholic beverages andcurrency exchange.The <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Race Track & Slots is truly one ofNiagara’s most impressive gaming destinations!FORT ERIE GAMING LINKS &www.forterieshopper.comLargest Newspaper Across NiagaraWhile in Town VisitVisit our online paperwww.niagarathisweek.com.comTHELEADERNIAGARAthis WEEKcall SHOPPERJOE for advertising details<strong>905</strong>.321.9877jdickson@niagarathisweek.comCONTACT INFOwww.forterieexcites.com .............1-888-270-9151FORT ERIE RACE TRACK & SLOTS230 Catherine Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 5N9www.forterieracing.com...................................................... <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3200.................................................... 1-800-295-3770OLG SLOTS AT FORT ERIE230 Catherine Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 5N9www.olg.ca/olg-slots/slots_facilities.jsp?gamesite=fort_erie...................................................<strong>905</strong>-991-8012BINGOS<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s two bingo halls are mainstays for thousandsof daily visitors who simply cannot get enough of thegame. Regular prizes, jackpots, super jackpots andplayer’s progressives can all be found in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>.G A M I N GGOLDEN NUGGET BINGO665 Garrison Road, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 1N5www.goldennugget.ca...................................................... <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1277.................................................. 1-888-739-6149UNCLE SAM’S BINGO PALACE427 Garrison Road, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 1N1..................................................... <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3377.................................................. 1-716-834-7718REAL ESTATEOffice: <strong>905</strong>.357.3000 Fax: <strong>905</strong>.356.5602 | Mobile: <strong>905</strong>.359.02563770 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 3K3lisapunch@royallepage.caBeat the Others tothe Punch and YouWill be MovedLisa Punch,Sales RepresentativeRoyal LePage20w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE21
RidgewayB.I.AOPENING MAY 7EVERY SATURDAY @ 7am - 1pmFarmers’ Market• Fresh local fruits& Vegetables• Baked goods & moreServing Peoplewith Great Taste!Voted # 1 <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Brew Your Own WineBecause Our Reputation is on the Wine3707 Hibbard Street Ridgeway, <strong>905</strong>-894-6029www.grapesontheridge.com • info@grapesontheridge.com“A Wine for all seasons and all reasons!”THE BOUTIQUEMOVIE THEATREQUALITY SOUND & PICTUREReclining Chairs Two Giant ScreensAsk about our packages...BREAKFAST&MOVIEORLUNCH&MOVIEBIRTHDAY PARTIESIncludes movie, pizza,popcorn, drinksMinimum 10 people. Call today for detailsCheck out our website for Weekly Movie Listingswww.boutiquemovies.comTUESDAYS ~ FOREIGN FILMS WEDNESDAYS ~ CLASSIC FILMSHours: Wed. - Sat. - Sun. Open @ 11:30a.m., Matinee @ Noon,Tues. - Thurs. - Fri. Open @ 6:30p.m., Shows @ 7:00p.m.located in Downtown Ridgeway320 Ridge Rd. • <strong>905</strong>-894-9911Interested in Volunteering or Vendor informationemail festivals@ridgewayont.ca • or call <strong>905</strong>-894-0214www.ridgewayont.caJULY 9th & 10thRidgeway’s 21st AnnualSummer FestivalFamily~orientedtwo-day festival, fun for all!Livemusic,crafts& more!AUGUSTAnnualSidewalk SaleDowntown vendorsstreet saleOCTOBERFall FestivalCelebrate Fall -Pumpkin carving, craftsand more.Ridgeway’sDOWNTOWN DOLLAR& DISCOUNT• Cards & Decorations forEvery Season & Occasion!• Children’s Toys to Candlesalong with household items too!• Stop in and see what treasureswe have in store for you.Gift Certificates!DECEMBER 2nd & 3rdSpirit of Christmas& Dickens StyleOpen House• Carriage Rides• Children’s Choir• Victorian Carollers• Santa Claus &much more!336 Ridge Rd. Ridgeway <strong>905</strong>.894.5566FREE ADMISSIONThe Sanctuary Centrefor the ArtsVisit the ArtisanMarket on Saturday whileyou’re in Ridgeway!visit thesanctuaryarts.org | forterieartscouncil.com209 Ridge Road | <strong>905</strong>-894-8373UPSCALE WOMEN’S FASHIONS • ACCESSORIES • GIFTSGift Certificates AvailableTHE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DRESSED AND...Voted #1Finest Women’sBoutiqueWELL DRESSED2010311 Ridge Rd • Ridgeway • <strong>905</strong>.894.5557www.threeferrisesboutique.comBoggio & EdwardsRidgewayFILMProcessingKIOSK...a healthy choice for your whole life!We’re Your Neighbourhood Pharmacy!• Compounding Lab• Expanded Health Care Centre• Instore Health ClinicsThe Boggio’sAdvantage cardhas arrived!A heart felt Thank You toall of our loyal customers!Print your own:Photos • Greeting Cards • DVDsBring your Memory Cards or USB StickThe• Copy Machine• Large Array of Brand NameCosmetics & Beauty ProductsFree Deliveryto Sherkston Shores, Ridgeway, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>,Crystal Beach, Stevensville & surrounding areasSENIORS DAYS1st Tuesdayof each monthVisit our two locations:Boggio & Edwards IDA Pharmacy307 Ridge Road, Ridgeway • <strong>905</strong>-894-2200Boggio IDA PharmacyBoggioPort Colborne15% DISCOUNTrefreshments , draws andblood pressure checksEverything you expect from your drug store and more!200 Catharine Street, Port Colborne • <strong>905</strong>-834-3514Transferring your prescriptions is easy - talk to our team members.www.boggios.comFamily of Products • Visit our NEW rexall.caw w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE22 23
F O R T E R I E & S U R RO U N D I N G A R E A SFORT ERIE & SURROUNDING AREASFor Additional Information And Local DirectionsCall Toll Free: 1-888-270-9151190301126FOR VISITORINFORMATIONSEE 1 AND 21-888-270-91512019L6Scajaquada Expy1986DelawarePark5MAPS72117343121-228 29165274 31352216190Niagara StElmwood AveMain StDelaware AveForest LawnCemetery361433151098Virginia St34Edward StWilliam St33Humboldt Pkwy25L23321219022241318LOCAL CANADIAN DESTINATIONS1. Economic Development & TourismCorporation2. Chamber of Commerce3. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Racetrack & Slots4. Bus Station (at Robo Mart,Princess off Queen)5. Railroad Museum6. Slave Quarters7. Community Park8. Historic <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>9. Waverly Beach10. Cresent Beach11. Niagara Parkway Scenic Drivewww. forteriecanada. com12. Crossroads Information & Travel Centre13. Bay Beach and Crystal Beach Access14. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Historical Museum15. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Native Friendship Centre16. Downtown Bridgeburg Station17. Community Park18. Crystal Beach Waterfront Parkand Boat Launch19. Conservation Area (Stevensville)20. Conservation Area ( UEL Memorial)21. Civic Centre (Leisureplex, Town Hall, YMCA,Convention Centre)22. Mather Arch23. West End Arena Community Centrewww. forteriecanada. com24 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE24. Marinas (Point Abino)25. Queen’s Circle26. Marina (Niagara Parks Commission)27. Lions Sugar Bowl Park28. Golden Nugget Bingo29. Uncle Sam’s Bingo Palace30. Safari Niagara31. Riverwalk32. Thunder Bay Beach33. Shagbark Trail34. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Truck & Travel Centre35. Peace Bridge Duty Free36. Downtown RidgewayC CourthousePO Post OfficeD Downtown (Business Improvement Area)L LibraryNiagara Christian CollegiateCampgroundsGolfLOCAL UNITED STATES DESTINATIONS1. HSBC Arena2. Dunn Tire Park3. <strong>Erie</strong> Basin Marina4. Shea’s Performing Arts Centre5. Albright-Knox Art Gallery6. Delaware Park2325
HISTORY & ATTRACTIONSThe Greater <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> area has a rich and colourfulhistory that can be traced back over 12,500 years towhen <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> was first settled by “Paleo-Indians”.Rich in archeological significance, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is hometo one of the most significant archeological sitesin Canada, as well as having played host to someof the bloodiest and most strategically significantbattles of the War of 1812. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> was also thefirst Canadian stop on the infamous UndergroundRailroad for American slaves escaping the south tofreedom in Canada. Whether it is native history, theWar of 1812 or more locally significant historicalinsight you’re after, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is the place to learnabout and explore the past. Visit our numeroushistoric sites, museums and “the Old <strong>Fort</strong>” – as itis known locally – and you’ll come to understandhow steeped in history <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> as a communityreally is.HISTORIC FORT ERIE350 Lakeshore Road, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON(southerly end of Niagara Boulevard)<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0540,www.niagaraparks.com/old-fort-erie/index.htmlHistoric <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> sits on the banks of the NiagaraRiver overlooking Buffalo, a one-minute drive fromthe Peace Bridge. This once-British Garrison of theWar of 1812 has been fully restored and is operatedtoday by the Niagara Parks Commission. Visitorscan experience military and civilian life much inthe same way that British, Canadian and Iroquoisforces of the day did. The <strong>Fort</strong> is open from earlyMay to Thanksgiving Sunday.FORT ERIE HISTORICAL MUSEUM402 Ridge Road Ridgeway, ON L0S 1N0<strong>905</strong>-894-5322, museum@forterie.on.caWhether it be archaeology, the Fenian Raids or thenostalgia of a bygone era captured in the CrystalBeach Amusement Park, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s HistoricalMuseum gives you an intimate glimpse into theTown’s unique past. Housed in the former Town hallof 1874, the Museum has an extensive genealogyand archive room and on-site gift shop. Summerhours are 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. seven days a weekand Sunday to Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.,in the off-season. There is a nominal admissioncharge. Bus parking is available and group tourscan be arranged by calling <strong>905</strong>-894-5322.RIDGEWAY BATTLEFIELD SITEHighway #3 (Garrison Road) Battlefield Park (eastof Ridge Road)<strong>905</strong>-894-5322, museum@forterie.on.caThis historic site is a park that commemorates theearly stages of the Battle of Ridgeway. In the parkand built in the early 1800’s is a home that stoodamidst that Battle and during the1866 FenianRaids. A federal plaque marks the site. Artifactspertaining to the Battle can be viewed at the <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong> Historical Museum located within one minutesdrive at 402 Ridge Road, Ridgeway.FORT ERIE RAILROAD MUSEUMCentral Avenue near Gilmore Next to LionsSugar Bowl Park, <strong>905</strong>-894-5322museum@forterie.on.ca.The origins of the Bridgeburg and <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>communities are rooted in the railway. Thesignificance of this to the historical developmentof the Town is showcased at the Railroad Museum.The site lets visitors climb into the cab of a CN No.6218 or stroll through a caboose. Summer hoursare 9:00 am to5:00 pm seven days a week.THE SANCTUARY - CENTRE FORTHE ARTS209 Ridge Road North, Ridgeway, <strong>Ontario</strong>www.thesanctuaryarts.orgwww.forterieartscouncil.comThe Sanctuary-Centre for the Arts is a communitybased art gallery, studio space and performingarts centre. It is located in charming downtownRidgeway where it is a hub of activity for peopleof all ages. The centre is a permanent art galleryand performing space which houses events suchas theatre performances, art openings, concerts,fundraisers, fashion shows, conferences, weddings,etc. The <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Arts Council which operates outof the Sanctuary offers a variety of art related classesand studio time for local artists or people interestedin exploring the arts. On weekends the Sanctuary ishome to an Artisan Market featuring local creativeworks. Come celebrate the Arts.POINT ABINO LIGHTHOUSEphoto by Stephanie FreemanLocated on the rocky north shore of Lake <strong>Erie</strong> andconstructed in 1918, the Point Abino Lighthouseis a national historic site. The Lighthouse consistsof three structures (deck, tower and fog alarmbuilding) and is recognized for its unusual shape,classical detailing and efficiency of structural design.In April 2003, the Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> acquired theLighthouse from Public Works Canada for thepurpose of sharing this Canadian treasure with theworld. Preservation efforts will be ongoing over thenext several years to repair both architectural andhistorical elements of the structure. Guided toursare available to the public throughout the summer.The tour includes a trolley ride to the Lighthouse aswell as a guided tour of the Lighthouse and grounds.It is recommended that tickets be purchasedin advance by contacting the Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Parks & Leisure Services office at <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1600ext. 2431 for tour costs, schedule and tickets.Please note that the Point Abino Lighthouse is ahistorical structure and may not reflect currentpublic accessibility and safety standards orexpectations. Since preservation efforts are ongoing, access into the Lighthouse may be restrictedat times to ensure public safety.LEISUREPLEX3 Municipal Centre Drive, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ONL2A 2S6, <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1600 ext. 2431www.forterie.on.ca, icollee@forterie.on.caThe Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Leisureplex is an impressivefacility situated among beautiful grounds thatare shared with the Holiday Inn, Town of <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong> and YMCA. Gardens, pond and gazebograce the entrance to this facility, which servesover 500,000 people yearly. The Leisureplexphoto by Karen AudetH I S T O R Y & AT T R A C T I O N Sfeatures two ice rinks, a snack bar, Madison’s Pub,an arcade, The Family Sports Store and 7,000square foot banquet hall. Entrance to the complexcan be accessed from Buffalo Road.SAFARI NIAGARA2821 Stevensville Road <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L0S 1S01-866-FOR-ZOOZ, info@safariniagara.comwww.safariniagara.comOne of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s newest attractions is Safari Niagara,a 44-hectare wildlife park that offers an excitingcombination of interactive educational displays, artexhibits, playgrounds, picnic areas and hundreds ofanimals. A 9,000-seat amphitheatre makes it a perfectoutdoor venue for live entertainment and concerts.GARRISON LITTLE THEATREAt the Italo Canadian Club, 1101 DiPietroStreet, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON L2A 4J4, <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3520,www.garrisonlittletheatre.com.Garrison Little Theatre (GLT) entertains audiencesin shows ranging from comedies to dramas tochildren’s productions. Garrison Little Theatre (GLT)is a dinner theatre offering patrons “family style”four-course dinners prior to performance. Foundedin 1986, GLT performances take place at the ItaloCanadian Club (off Garrison near Thompson).26w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE27
HISTORY & ATTRACTIONSLAFRANCE FIREFIGHTERS MUSEUM<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> LaFrance Association, 1118 ConcessionRoad <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 6R2Curator: Mr. Norm Sisler, <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1271Tours by appointment only.THE BOUTIQUE MOVIE THEATREThe Boutique Movie Theatre is a small independentlyowned cinema. The cinema has two theatresand each theatre has forty extra large recliningchairs. The cinema shows new films, classic filmsand foreign films. The Boutique Movie Theatre islocated at 320 Ridgeway Road, Ridgeway, <strong>Ontario</strong>,L0S 1N0. For more information call: <strong>905</strong>-894-9911,email: information@boutiquemovies.com, or visitthe website at www.boutiquemovies.com.THE DOMINION REPERTORY THEATREThe Dominion Repertory Theatre will unveil twoproductions in 2012. The first production will kickoff the War of 1812 Bicentennial celebration: “TheLion and the Eagle”, an original period piece, willpremier in January in Historic <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. Guests willstep back in time and enjoy music and dance whilecelebrating the 12 days of Christmas. But not all arecheering: recent events and news of conflict havereached this Loyalist outpost and few are saved theworries of potential war between the Lion and theEagle. Be a part of history! We’ll save you a seat bythe pickle barrel.The second adventure, “Sparks From a Campfire,”will run July through August in Historic <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>.This production is a memory play written byBrian Coatsworth in collaboration with nationallyrenowned Canadian playwright and dramaturg,Sharon Pollock. Against the backdrop of one ofthe bloodiest battles of the war, the Loyalists’desperately wage battle night and day in an effort toretake the <strong>Fort</strong>. The scenes take place each eveningwhen the bugle signals a break in fighting and eachside tends to its wounded and dead. Soldiers andfarmers alike sit by the camp fire to rest and renewtheir fighting spirit. One by one they reach backinto their memories and recall their personal storiesof what brought them to this fateful day. Against adazzling panorama of smoke and bombs in air, youwill be touched by that human desire that connectsus to God, family and country. For more informationemail dominionrepertorytheatre@gmail.com“THE BLOODIESTBATTLEFIELD IN CANADIANHISTORY“:The War of 1812 was the first of manyimportant steps in creating the independentCanada that we know today. Much of the Warwas fought in the Niagara/<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> area and Old<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> was the site of the bloodiest battle onCanadian soil in our history.The garrison of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> fought at the Battle ofFrenchman’s Creek against American attacksin November 1812. In 1813, the fort was heldfor a period by U.S. forces after being partiallydismantled by the small garrison of British troopsand Canadian militia as they withdrew from thefort. British reoccupation followed the Americanwithdrawal from the area in December 1813 andattempts to rebuild the fort were begun.On July 3, 1814 another American force landednearby and captured <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> again. The U.S.Army used the fort as a supply base and expandedits size. At the end of July, after the Battles ofChippawa and Lundy’s Lane, the American armywithdrew to <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. In the early hours of August15, 1814 the British launched a four prongedattack against the fortifications. A well-preparedAmerican defence and an explosion in the NorthEast Bastion destroyed the British chance forsuccess with the loss over 1,000 men. A full scalesiege set in and it was broken on September 17when American troops sortied out of the fort tocapture and wreck the British siege batteries.Shortly after the American sortie, the Britishlifted the siege lines and retired to positions tothe north at Chippawa. After unsuccessful attacksat Cook’s Mills, west of Chippawa, news reachedthe American forces that the eastern seaboardof the U.S. was under attack. On the 5th ofNovember 1814, with winter approaching, theAmericans destroyed the fort and withdrew toBuffalo, leaving <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> the bloodiest battlefieldin the history of Canada. The Treaty of Ghentwas signed December 24, 1814, ending the Warof 1812-1814. (sited from the Niagara ParksCommission Web Site)BICENTENNIAL OF THE WAR OF 1812<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> will be a key destination in thecelebration of the Bicentennial of the War of1812. The year will start off with a live theatreproduction to run all of January 2012. The Play,entitled, The Lion and the Eagle, takes place inthe period immediately prior to the War. It isset in Moody’s Tavern, an actual location duringthat period. The townspeople have gathered andare expressing their fears about the impendingWar, the safety of their families and livestock.Suddenly, 3 shots are fired into the Tavern. Thesuspects are 3 Americans who had been in thevicinity. Come and watch what happens.May, 2012 is <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Museums month duringwhich visitors will be able to experience the richhistory of the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> and Niagara area, fromextensive First Nations archaeological finds tothe exhibits relating to the War.And you can’t miss The Grand Parade whichwill take place on Saturday, June 23, 2012 in<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. The Grand Parade will be the biggestBicentennial event in the area and will becomprised of 50 military bands, units and reenactorsfrom Canada, the United Kingdom andthe United States. In addition there will be floatsand displays celebrating the community in 1812FORT ERIE 2012 - BE HEREH I S T O R Y & AT T R A C T I O N Sand the 200 years of peace with the US thatfollowed the War. On the evening of June 23, amass band tattoo will take place on the groundsof historic Old <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> followed by a fireworksdisplay depicting the British/Canadian/FirstNations attack on the <strong>Fort</strong> in 1814.Throughout the summer the play Sparks from aCampfire will be presented outdoors at Old <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong>. The play depicts a group of soldiers andcivilians immediately after the battle telling theirown individual stories of how they came to be atthis place at this time.2012 will be an events filled year. Canadianswill want to be here to see their history andthe story of the War that made Canada as anindependent country possible. Our Americanfriends will enjoy hearing “the other side of thestory” and learning of the events that led to ourtwo nations becoming friends and allies.For more information, a full calendar of eventsand information on tickets, accommodation anddirections, please visit www.<strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong>1812.ca oremail bia@cogeco.ca.28w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE29
S H O P P I N GPark PlazaOn The GarrisonERIESHOPPER FORTDr. Francis DubéO P T O M E T R I S TAirborne SystemsCanada Ltd. (ASCL)Ballet PlusSchool Of DanceFor Leasing Information Call <strong>905</strong>-988-87851264 Garrison Road, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Shopping in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> reflects the Town’s rich pastand the fact that it is several cozy communities inone. Over the past 100 years, five distinct shoppingdistricts have emerged.RIDGEWAYRidgeway’s small town charm makes it adestination of choice for visitors to Niagara. Withold-fashioned storefronts and customer service,Ridgeway offers a traditional main street with aunique mix of retail shops. www.ridgewayont.caSTEVENSVILLEStevensville was settled in the 1700’s by Loyalistsand was long known for its mills (lumber andflour) and railway. Today, this rural centre providesintimate living to 600 residents in addition to beinghome to garden centres, specialty shops and anoutdoor zoo.BRIDGEBURGThe Bridgeburg Station Business ImprovementArea (BIA) was the Town’s original downtownand thrived as a result of the building of theInternational Railway. Banking, small retailers,media, government and professional services existin this historic community, which is a “stone’sthrow” from the Niagara River. <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4938.www.bridgeburg-bia.caCRYSTAL BEACHThis emerging shopping district rests on the edgeof Crystal and Bay Beaches, just across from theCrystal Beach Tennis & Yacht Club (the formersite of the famed Crystal Beach Amusement Park).Antique shops and a sprinkling of art stores aretucked away in this sunny enclave, which in recentyears has enjoyed a renaissance.GARRISON ROAD“The Garrison”, as locals like to refer to it, is the Town’smajor artery off the Peace Bridge. This commercialcentre features majoy grocery stores, pharmacies,large consumer goods retailers, destination shops,restaurants and service stations. Anchoring TheGarrison, near the Peace Bridge on Central Avenue,is the Peace Bridge Duty Free.30 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE31
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GOLF IN FORT ERIEIf spending a warm summer morning on the linksis what you crave <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is sure to please. Hometo numerous full-service public golf courses, <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong> offers a course to suit every level of play andbudget. From executive par-3 and practice courses tobeautifully manicured resort-style courses, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>offers the golf enthusiast a wide array of options andopportunity to improve their game. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is alsolocated within a short drive of some of the Niagaraareas premier golf courses which rank among some ofthe finest in Canada. So, if you’re coming to <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>,be sure to pack your clubs!BRIDGEWATER COUNTRY CLUB700 Gilmore Road <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 5M4<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2400 or 1-888-235-7772Darla@bridgewatercountryclub.comwww.bridgewatercountryclub.comBridgewater Country Club is the home of theformer <strong>Erie</strong> Downs. The golf course was designedby renowned golf course architect StanleyThompson. Although Bridgewater is a privategolf course, the Club House is open to the publicyear round. Located just minutes from the PeaceBridge, the Country Club also offers fine diningand conference services.G O L F I N F O R T E R I EFORT ERIE GOLF CLUB1640 Garrison Road <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON, L2A 5M4<strong>905</strong>-991-8883, www.forteriegolf.caThis family operated facility is meticulouslymaintained and family pride is evident everywhereyou look. The Club’s 3,282 yards are divided intothree par fours and fifteen par threes, all of whichcan be played in two-and-a-half hours or less. Withno hole longer than 400 yards, the course is idealfor the beginner golfer.CHERRY HILL COUNTRY CLUB912 Cherry Hill Blvd, ON, L0S 1N0<strong>905</strong>-894-1122, www.cherryhillclub.caThe Cherry Hill Club is a member-owned, nonequityprivate golf club located in Ridgeway,<strong>Ontario</strong>. The Club was founded in 1922 by a groupof men from Buffalo, New York who owned summerproperties on the nearby Canadian shore of Lake<strong>Erie</strong>. The club is a member of the RCGA and theUSGA. Membership is granted through sponsorshiponly, and is limited to 400 golfing memberships.Social memberships are also available.INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY CLUB2900 College Road Stevensville, ON, L0S 1S0<strong>905</strong>-382-2000The International Country Club offers threedifferent nines, each presenting a distinct set ofchallenges. Averaging over 3,400 yards in length,all three nines play over flat terrain. There isgood mixture of holes throughout the course,with a lot of water, a variety of lengths and manylarge greens.LEGENDS ON THE NIAGARA9233 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls,ON, L2E 6S61-866-465-3642, www.niagaralegends.comlegends@niagaraparks.comThe Legends on the Niagara is the first of its kindin Canada. The Legends houses two eighteen holechampionship Golf Courses and a nine hole shortcourse carved out of the historic terrain. Thesecourses designed by renowned architects ThomasMcBroom (Ushers Creek) and Douglas Carrick(Battlefield) have been given the distinguishedPlatinum Rating. A putting course, 45 acre, 360degree practice facility, and teaching academy“round out” the Legends’ experience.RIO VISTA GOLF COURSE85 Crook Street, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0921For over 70 years, Rio Vista Golf Course hasprovided quality, affordable golf for the public.Located in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada, our hiddengem has slowly matured into one of the finestpublic golf courses in the Niagara Peninsula.Originally opened in 1932, Rio Vista was designedby famed Canadian golf course architect StanleyThompson. This nine hole course is owned andoperated by J.C.I. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>. J.C.I. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, alongwith Rio Vista’s staff, are committed to providingexcellent customer service along with creating anentertaining environment. Rio Vista stands alonein today’s golf industry. With ever increasing greenfees and rounds of golf that seem to take an eternity,Rio Vista provides affordable golf within a timeframe that fits anyone’s busy schedule.GOLFING SERVICESBirdie Golf Cart Rental & Sales1081 Seymour Avenue .................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2122Bridgewater Pro Shop700 Gilmore Road ........................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2400Legends on the Niagara Pro Shop9233 Niagara Parkway .................<strong>905</strong>-295-9595<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Golf Club Pro Shop1640 Garrison Road .....................<strong>905</strong>-991-8883Cherry Hill Pro Shop (private)912 Cherry Hill Boulevard ...........<strong>905</strong>-894-1122Rio Vista Pro Shop85 Crook Street ............................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0921Speciality Golf Learning Centre3570 Garrison Road .....................<strong>905</strong>-894-113134w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE35
BOATING & BEACHESIf world-class fishing or Caribbean-rated beachesare what you crave, look no further than <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>,your boating and water-fun Mecca. With the cool,clean waters of Lake <strong>Erie</strong> to the south, and themajestic Niagara River to the North and East, <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong> is truly a water-lovers paradise. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> offersover 50 kilometers of water access, with milesand miles of sandy beaches. Public boat launchesabound with access to all of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s waterways,and full-service marinas offer transient dockingprivileges in the Point Abino area, as well as alongthe Niagara River. From Point Abino and CrystalBeach to the Niagara River and Black Creek, frommusky fishing and jet skiing to sun bathing andkayaking, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> truly has it all.CRYSTAL BEACHMunicipal Swimming Beach4155 <strong>Erie</strong> Road, Crystal Beach, ON, L0S 1B0<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1600 ext.0 , www.forterie.on.caBoth Crystal Beach and Bay Beach provide over1000’ of beachfront and are maintained by theTown of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Parks and Leisure ServicesDepartment. Entrance to both beaches via BayBeach with parking in the immediate vicinity.NICHOLLS’MARINE LTD.“Legends on the River since 1957”WAVERLY BEACHWaverly Beach is located along the FriendshipTrail and next to the site of the former <strong>Erie</strong>Beach Amusement Park, which at the turn of thetwentieth century was a popular attraction to bothAmericans and Canadians alike. The ruins fromthe Park’s outdoor swimming pool, which at thetime was the largest in North America, still remain.With groomed white sand, public parking andwashrooms, the Beach sits at the end of HelenaStreet at Edgemere Road.CRESCENT BEACHAlso on the Friendship Trail is Crescent Beach,which can be found at the end of Crescent Road.This small, intimate beach has 65’ of beachfrontand public parking.THUNDER BAY BEACHTucked away at the end of Bernard Avenue, ThunderBay Beach offers public parking and like CrescentBeach, 65’ of beachfront.162 NIAGARA BLVDFORT ERIE<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1965www.nichollsmarine.comWATERFRONT PARKS<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s other waterfront parks are popular spotsfor “picnicking”, recreation and afternoon naps.They make perfect getaways for a quiet afternoonor a friendly gathering.RIVERWALKThe jewel in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s waterfront crown isRiverwalk. This waterfront park was developedto support the revitalization of the Town’s southend business district. Connecting the FriendshipTrail and Niagara River Recreational Trail,Riverwalk features a sculpture commemoratingthe underground railway (of which <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> wasa major entry point), public seating and outdoorwaterfront cafés and patios. Located just below thePeace Bridge at the intersection of Queen Street andNiagara Boulevard, Riverwalk is truly one of <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong>’s finest public gathering spaces.NIAGARA RIVER PARKWAY<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> anchors the 38-mile Niagara RiverParkway, considered by many to be one of themost beautiful drives in the world. The <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>leg of the Parkway overlooks the Niagara River,Peace Bridge and Riverwalk. This continuous parksBOAT I N G & B E A C H E Ssystem offers public parking at numerous locationsand a beautiful panorama of some of Niagara’sfinest natural wonders.MATHER ARCHLocated just below, and at the base of the PeaceBridge, along the Niagara Parkway, sits MatherArch. The Arch was constructed in 1933 as agateway for travelers arriving in Canada viathe newly constructed Peace Bridge. Expansivemanicured lawns surround the Arch and two 50m (165 feet) long flowerbeds add a brilliance ofcolour. This beautiful park is part of the NiagaraParks Commission.LIONS SUGAR BOWL PARKOnly one minute off the Niagara Boulevard onGilmore Avenue at Central, sits Lions Sugar BowlPark. With plenty of green space, the Park featuresa municipally supervised swimming pool, children’splayground and central fountain. Although no onerecalls how the Park got its name, most locals willconfess that the Park’s deep, bowl-like shape whenfilled with snow resembles a sugar bowl.36w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE37
BOATING & BEACHESBOATINGCanadian Power & Sail Squadron (<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>)Burt Clark, Commander <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1895Dan Duggan, Training Officer <strong>905</strong>-382-2195A Canadian-wide organization offering boating safetycourses, including power and sail navigation coursesas well as Canadian Coast Guard accredited boatingcourses, leading to the Pleasure Craft Operator Card(P.C.O.C.), popularly known as the Boat Licence. CPSalso offers VHF Radio courses leading to the RestrictedOperator Certificate, ROC(M), which includes thenew Digital Selective Calling endorsement (DSCand GMDSS). Since 1938, the volunteer trainers ofCanada’s largest association of boating enthusiastshave offered safe boating courses at convenientlocations in cities and towns across Canada.CRYSTAL BEACH WATERFRONT PARK& BOAT LAUNCH RAMP3875 Terrace Lane, Crystal Beach, ON, L0S 1B0<strong>905</strong>-994-7825 (fax) <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6100 (fax)parks@forterie.on.ca, www.forterie.on.caCompleted in 2000, this beautiful waterfront park andboat launch is located at the end of Ridgeway Roadin Crystal Beach and is managed by the Town of <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Erie</strong>’s Infrastructure Services Department. The boatramp is open from May to mid September. Launch feeis $5.00 per day payable at the Pay & Display Machinelocated in the parking lot. Next to the Launch is theWaterfront Park, which boasts a picnic pavilion on thewater’s edge with a scenic view of Lake <strong>Erie</strong>. Washroomfacilities and generous parking are available on site forboth the Park and Launch.NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION (NPC)MARINA2400 Niagara Parkway, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>,ON, L2A 5M4 <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4428.Slips: 135 seasonal docks, 16’ to 32’ slips,gas pump. Facilities: Washrooms, showers,snack bar, gift shop. The NPC Marina is theonly public marina on the Canadian side ofthe Niagara River and is situated 8 kilometresnorth of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Peace Bridge on the NiagaraParkway. Dockage applications can be accessed viawww.niagaraparks.com/attractions/dockapp.php.BERTIE BOATING CLUB1010 Point Abino Road, South, Box 931,Ridgeway, <strong>Ontario</strong>, L0S 1NO<strong>905</strong>-894-3223, Fax: <strong>905</strong>-894-3223Slips: 150 member and guest slips accommodatingvessels to 55’. Water, power, pump out shore head.Clubhouse: “Muskoka Lodge” style clubhouseincludes great room with massive stone fireplace,3 fully equipped kitchens for your use, indoor dininghall, huge covered dining porch, outdoor grill area,picnic tables. Also includes men’s and ladies roomwith complete shower facilities, laundry room withwasher and dryer. Swimming complex with 3 pools(swimming, Jacuzzi and children’s wading) and2 regulation tennis courts.Special Canadian Membership and dockageopportunities are available. Also extensive “Learnto Sail” Programs open to all Canadian residents.BLACK CREEK<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Black Creek “feeds” into the Niagara Riverat about 4301 Niagara River Parkway and is a twelveminutedrive from <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Peace Bridge. Popularamong kayakers and canoeists, the Creek offerstranquility, weeping willows and a scenic view of theNiagara River. Those who have experienced it say, “Itis dreamy”. Parking is provided by the Niagara ParksCommission at several locations along the Parkway.BUFFALO CANOE CLUB4475 <strong>Erie</strong> Road, R.R. #1, Ridgeway, ON, L0S 1N0<strong>905</strong>-894-2750, Fax: <strong>905</strong>-894-1146 (fax)www.buffalocanoeclub.com(42 51.2N 79 05 W) Moorings: 200 Facilities:30,000 square foot clubhouse, 3,000 square footboathouse and activity centre, 500’sandy beach,competitors locker facilities, full-service boatyard, tennis courts, formal and informal diningrooms, member lodging facilities. The BuffaloCanoe Club is one of North America’s finest sailingvenues having hosted several world championshipregattas. Sailing on the fresh waters of Lake <strong>Erie</strong>,private members and entrants encounter steadybreezes and challenging competition.BUFFALO YACHT CLUBPoint Abino Station(A Facility of Buffalo Yacht Club)1007 Point Abino RoadRidgeway, <strong>Ontario</strong>, L0S 1N0, <strong>905</strong>-894-6111www.buffaloyachyclub.orgSlips: 150 slips with power and water, 20’ to 50’,pump out. Facilities: Clubhouse, entertainment,tennis, swimming pool. The Buffalo Yacht Clubis the only yacht club in North America withfacilities in both Canada and the United States.The Canadian arm of this private Club, in the earlyyears, was referred to as the Point Abino Station,opened in 1902.MARINE SERVICESBertie Boating Club1010 Point Abino Road .................<strong>905</strong>-894-3223Buffalo Canoe Club4475 <strong>Erie</strong> Road .............................<strong>905</strong>-894-2750Canadian Power & Sail Squadron (<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>)Burt Clark, Commander ................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1895Dan Duggan, Training Officer ........<strong>905</strong>-382-2195C.L. Sail Boats,2439 Garrison Road ......................<strong>905</strong>-894-2233Coast Guard, CanadaBoating Safety .............................1-800-267-6687Coast Guard, Canada MarineSearch and Rescue ......................1-800-267-7270Coast Guard, United StatesBoating Safety .............................1-800-368-5647Coast Guard, United StatesMarine Search and Rescue .............757-398-6390Fishing Niagara197 Niagara Boulevard ..................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3888Nicholls Marine Ltd.162 Niagara Boulevard ..................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1965Niagara Regional Police Emergency Task ForceUnderwater Search and Rescue68 Church Street, St. Catharines.......................................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2300 x4350BOAT I N G & B E A C H E S38 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE39
TRAILS AND NATURE AREASAAA/CAA • Camping Select • WoodallsNiagara South Campground Inc.KNIGHT’SHIDE-AWAYPARKRV Parts Store28 Acres of Tent& Trailer Campingwww.knightsfamilycamping.comSWIMMING • FISHINGSCUBADIVINGRelax for the day or campfor the week! Bring thewhole family & enjoy ourrefreshing 12 acrespringfedquarry & thenatural surroundings!Escape toWindmill Point Parkwww.windmillpointpark.com2409 Dominion Road, Ridgewayph: <strong>905</strong>-894-2809 • tf: 1-888-WPP-888OPEN MAY 1st - OCT. 15th10am - 6pm Daily<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> boasts numerous recreation trails connectingcommunities within the Town of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, perfectfor a casual stroll a brisk jog or a leisurely bike ride.<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s network of trails includes The FriendshipTrail of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> (which forms the southerly link ofthe Greater Niagara Circle Route), The Niagara RiverRecreation Trail (linking <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> to Niagara Falls,Queenston and Niagara-on-the-Lake) as well as theRiverwalk Waterfront Park in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s “south end”.A peninsula within a peninsula, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is an outdoorenthusiasts paradise offering waterfront wonders,conservation areas, hiking and cycling trails andnatural open spaces for all to enjoy.TRAILSFriendship Trail<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Friendship Trail along with the NiagaraRiver Recreational Trail offers 50 kilometres ofcontinuous beauty. Walking, jogging, cycling androllerblading are popular activities along the Trails’beautiful panoramas. The Trails are also popular duringwinter for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.TheFriendship Trail forms the southerly link ofthe Trans-Canada Trail System and Greater NiagaraCircle Route. Attractions along the Friendship Trailinclude Old <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>; Crystal Beach Waterfront Parkand Boat Launch Ramp; <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Historical Museum;Ridgeway Battlefield Museum; Shagbark Trail;as well as access to Lake <strong>Erie</strong> and camping areas.Lions Nature TrailThe Lions Nature Trail offers 78 miles of woodedbeauty. This Trail is located behind the Crystal RidgeLibrary and is popular with walkers and joggers alike.The Library address is 89 Ridge Road, South.Niagara River Recreational Trail<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> anchors the 38-mile Niagara River RecreationalTrail, considered by many to be one of themost beautiful drives in the world. The <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> legof the Parkway overlooks the Niagara River, PeaceBridge and Riverwalk, a new riverfront developmentanchored by the Town’s south-end business districtand a minute from the Peace Bridge. Several locationsoffer public parkingTrans-Canada Trail<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> is one of the few communities in the countryselected to host a pavilion for the 17,000-kilometreTrans-Canada Trail. The Trans Canada Trail stretchesfrom St. John, Newfoundland to Victoria, BritishColumbia and as far north as Tuktoyaktuk. Displayingnames of Niagara area donors on its walls,the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Pavilion will be the only Pavilion inNiagara.For location information contact the Townof <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> at <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1600.Shagbark TrailThe Shagbark Trail is a wooded and meadowed64-acre nature park popular among outdoor enthusiastsand nature lovers.Meadowed areas featuregrasses, wildflowers, birds, butterflies andother natural life.The Trail’s wooded areas areespecially well known for their interesting birdlife,especially owls.Located at the corner of DominionRoad and Burleigh Road, this joint project of theTown of <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> and Bert Miller Nature Club,offers public parking.NATURE AREASStevensville Conservation AreaT R A I L S & N AT U R E A R E A SThe Stevensville Conservation Area is a passiverecreational area under the auspices of the NiagaraConservation Authority. Visitors to this 121-acre siteare greeted by a Carolinian forest, wetland, fishingpond, open picnic area and the meandering BlackCreek. Conservation efforts are ongoing with helpfrom the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Conservation Club (FECC).TheFECC clubhouse is located on the site as is a pavilion,picnic tables and washrooms. Fishing, hiking andbird watching are popular activities. (From Torontoexit QEW Sodom Road, south to Main Street, westto Ott Road or in <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> take Garrison Road toGorham Road (right) left onto Main Street, go to end(Ott Road). Call the Niagara Conservation Authorityat <strong>905</strong>-788-3135. Next to this Area is the UnitedEmpire Loyalist Memorial Conservation Area.40w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m• 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE41
AALLEY BAR79 Jarvis St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-9111ANETA’S PIZZERIA504 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-1212ARTEMIS199 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5344BBACKETY BACK1025 Gorham Rd., Ridgeway .........<strong>905</strong>-894-8945FORT ERIECHAMBERofG R E A T E RC O M M E R C E“The Voice of Business”660 Garrison Rd., Unit 1<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON L2A 6E2Phone: <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3803Fax: <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1561info@forteriechamber.comwww.greaterforteriechamber.comThe Old BankBistro& Bar<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’sCelebration Destination<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>’s Best Steak House & PastaFresh Seafood Dailyincluding Salmon & PerchOPEN Mon to Fri For Lunch & DinnerOPEN Sat at 4pm“It’s Always Better at the Bistro,you can Bank on that!”41 Jarvis Street,Downtown <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> • <strong>905</strong>.994.9222www.oldbankbistro.comCATERING • ART GALLERY • FREE WI-FIBARREL PIZZA & SPAGHETTI HOUSE224 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1167BELLA PIZZA3840 Dominion Rd., Ridgeway ......<strong>905</strong>-894-8700BIG DADDIO’S PIZZERIA3717 W., Main Stevensville ............<strong>905</strong>-382-1643BORDERTOWN GRILL1637 Pettit Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> (Truck/Travel Plaza)......................................................<strong>905</strong>-994-8293BRECK N RIDGE3551 Garrison Rd., Ridgeway ........<strong>905</strong>-894-1682BRIDGEBURG FAMILY RESTAURANT607 Niagara Blvd/ Jarvis St., ..........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-0007BRIDGEWATER RESTAURANT & COUNTRYCLUB700 Gilmore Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2400CCENTRAL PIZZERIA161 Central Ave., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-4333CHEU’S HAPPY FAMILY RESTAURANT347 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-4243COFFEE CULTURE26 Jarvis St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2228THE COMMERCIAL HOTEL3752 Netherby Rd., Stevensville ....<strong>905</strong>-382-3797CROSSROADS CAFÉ350 Bertie St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .................<strong>905</strong>-994-9167CRYSTAL CHANDELIER3878 <strong>Erie</strong> Rd., Crystal Beach .........<strong>905</strong>-894-9996FFREELAND’S RESTAURANT1485 Garrison Rd., (Clarion Hotel)<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8333GGARRISON VARIETY & SUBS385 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2586GEE GOLLY’S301 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-3685GOLDEN FALLS CHINESE RESTAURANT93 Niagara Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6571GREEN ACRES FAMILY RESTAURANT1554 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1212HJJK KATS282 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-2500KLWhether your tastes run to a romantic dinner by the lake. a delicioushome-style meal or roadhouse fare. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> offers delights that competewith the best. You can also experience the tastes of ethnic cuisinesuch as Italian, Chinese, Japanese and Greek.HAPPY JACK’S98 Niagara Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3970HELLO’S DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT5313 Hwy #3 Sherkston ................<strong>905</strong>-894-5500HE’S NOT HERE365 Niagara Blvd, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........289-320-8222KELSEY’S RESTAURANT310 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-991-1010LANES FAMILY RESTAURANT3255 Synder Rd., Stevensville .......<strong>905</strong>-382-3203LATTE KAFFE314 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-0693LEE’S XPRESS1267 Garrison Rd., unit 2B ...........<strong>905</strong>-991-0147LINO’S PIZZA PARLOUR2 Ridgeway Rd., Ridgeway ............<strong>905</strong>-894-2411LITTLE CAESARS427 Garrison Rd. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1180LONG SHOTZ BAR AND GRILL33 Princess St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-7445LUCKY BAMBOO ASIAN CUISINE1243 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8882MM & J RESTAURANT401 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3143MABEL’S PIZZA4068 Derby Rd., Crystal Beach ......<strong>905</strong>-894-4973MADISON’S3 Municipal Dr., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> Leisureplex......................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2773MAE’S PLACE2568 Stevensville Rd., Stevensville......................................................<strong>905</strong>-382-3765THE MAX129 Niagara Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ..........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-9333MAY WAH90 Niagara Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2422MCDONALD’S- 3 LOCATIONSGarrison Rd., within Wal-mart and Duty FreeMIKE’S RESTAURANT1408 Dominion Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .......<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6760MING TEH126 Niagara Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ..........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-7971OOLD BANK BISTRO41 Jarvis St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...................<strong>905</strong>-994-9222D I N I N G O U TPPADDY WAGON4060 <strong>Erie</strong> Rd., Crystal Beach .........<strong>905</strong>-894-143342 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE43
Now Open10% offfor take-outTHEAUTHENTICBARRELPIZZA & PASTAFresh Authentic Italian2011Dine-In ~ A-La-Carte ~ L.L.B.OAll You Can Eat BuffetLunch DinnerAdult 12.99 19.9965+ 10.99 16.999 & under 8.99 13.994 & under 2.99 3.99Closed Mondays • Tues - Sun 11am-10pmLunch 11am-3:30 pm • Dinner 3:30-10pm484 Garrison Rd. • <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong><strong>905</strong>-346-8090Celebrating Our30 THANNIVERSARYDine in Our 200 SeatRestaurant or Carry-OutVoted #1PIZZA!FREE DELIVERYBanquet Room forPrivate Parties224 Garrison Rd, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> • <strong>905</strong>.<strong>871</strong>.1167PALMWOOD WATERFRONT REST.& PATIO BAR3823 Terrance Ln., Crystal Beach .... <strong>905</strong>-894-0820PAPA’S PIZZA328 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-5535PIZZA PIZZA310 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ..........<strong>905</strong>-991-1111THE PLAICE RESTAURANT981 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8722RRIDGE TAVERN1051 Ridge Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ..............<strong>905</strong>-894-6864RIDGEWAY’S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA/DELI335 Ridge Rd., Ridgeway ...............<strong>905</strong>-894-4229RINA’S PLACE1206 Dominion Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .......<strong>905</strong>-994-9889RISTORANTE AMARETTO3990 <strong>Erie</strong> Rd., Crystal Beach .........<strong>905</strong>-894-5582ROBO MART21 Princess St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> (Greyhound Bus Stop)......................................................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3738ROYAL TOWN DINER111 Jarvis St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .................<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-6112THE RUNAROUND76 Courtwright St., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .........289-320-8422SSANEHO ASIA BUFFET179 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-991-0688S-BEND RESTAURANT5801 Hwy #3 Sherkston ................<strong>905</strong>-894-4072SCUTTLEBUTT TAP & EATERY2596 Stevensville Rd., Stevensville ..<strong>905</strong>-382-4000SNEAKERS BAR & GRILL4020 <strong>Erie</strong> Rd., Crystal Beach .........<strong>905</strong>-894-6535SOUTH COAST COOKHOUSE423 Derby Rd., Crystal Beach ........<strong>905</strong>-894-7037SOUTHSIDES & PATIO BAR80 Niagara Blvd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-3244SUBS & SWEETS1238 Dominion Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .......289-320-8933SUBWAY273 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-991-0020SUMMER DELIGHT337 Gorham Rd., Ridgeway ...........<strong>905</strong>-894-37453 WEST1884 Garrison Rd. <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ..........<strong>905</strong>-991-1771TTIM HORTONS141 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-17431 Peace Bridge Plaza, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ......<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8555200 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-86692780 Stevensville Rd., Stevensville ..<strong>905</strong>-382-6090282 Ridgeway Rd., Crystal Beach ....<strong>905</strong>-894-3020TONY’S PIZZA1267 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2378TOKYO RESTAURANT484 Garrison Rd, <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ............<strong>905</strong>-346-8090VVINCENZO’S PIZZERIA & PASTA1243 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> .........<strong>905</strong>-994-1616VITO’S PIZZERIA450 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-991-8486WWENDY’S165 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5621YYUKIGUNI (SUSHI)660 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong> ...........<strong>905</strong>-994-8506<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>Your Neighbourhood Bar & GrillEVERYFRIDAY NIGHT isLadies NightSpecials & GiveawaysCHEERS TO GOOD FOOD!HEATED PATIO OPEN ALL SUMMERFOR LUNCH & DINNERVoted #1 Wings!BANQUET ROOM AVAILABLE •TAKE-OUT & PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE310 Garrison Rd., <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong><strong>905</strong>.991.1010D I N I N G O U T44 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE45
GREEN ACRESFamily RestaurantSpecializing in Fish n Chips• Family Dining • Childrens MenuAffordable & Satisfying1554 Garrison Rd., (across from Clarion Hotel)<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-1212427 GARRISON ROAD (ACROSS FROM SOBEYS)<strong>905</strong>.<strong>871</strong>.1180Lucky BambooTHETRY A NEW EXPERIENCEIN ASIAN CUISINE• Combo Plates• Healthy• Fresh Seafood• Always SatisfyingRESTAURANTDINE INTAKE OUTDELIVERY1243 GARRISON RD,FORT ERIE<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8882BY C H O I C E H OT E L SNew name,New look,New management team!NOW OPENto serve you!1485 Garrison Road<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, <strong>Ontario</strong>, L2A 1P8, CanadaPresents:Clarion Hotel& Conference Centre<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, <strong>Ontario</strong>SpecialIntroductory TreatBring this couponand get 20% offour Best AvailableRate**room only basis, subject to availabilityTel: <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-8333Toll Free: 1-888-269-5550Fax: <strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-5411www.choicehotels.com/hotel/CN965Stay & Fly Package starting atLooking for that Perfect Wedding or Reception?There are a few dates available for 2011and now booking dates for 2012All our wedding packages include the following items at no charge:• Your choice of table linenand napkin colours• Skirted head table with riser• Room Rental• Room set up and tear down• Use of the golf course grounds forpicture taking• Complimentary cutting and platingof your wedding cake• Ladies’ Lounge available for the Brideand bridesmaids to freshen up• Large cloak room• Ample parking• Microphone, podium and PA system• Telephone service• Sample dinner for two uponconfirmation• Certified smart serve staff• And our professional service fromthe beginning of planning yourevent to the finale700 GILMORE RD., FORT ERIE<strong>905</strong>-<strong>871</strong>-2400 • TOLL FREE: 1-888-235-7772info@bridgewatercountryclub.com • bridgewatercountryclub.comPleasefeel free toset up anappointment,at no charge,so that we mayshow you aroundand answerand questions youmay have. Welook forwardto workingwith youto create the“Perfect Day.”$99.95plus HSTLeave your car with us while you take off onyour next great adventure!Leave your car with us while you take offon your next great adventure!Choose from 7 or 14 days packages inclusive; One night accommodation Secure vehicle parking24 hrs dedicated shuttle to/from airport Continental breakfast on the runHighly convenient location, just minutes from four major highwaysand Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)Quality Hotel & Suites Toronto Airport East2180 Islington Ave, Toronto, ON M9P 3P1Phone; 416-240-9090 Toll Free: 1-866-220-6916Email: qualityhotel@bellnet.ca www..choicehotels.ca/cn31046 w w w . f o r t e r i e c a n a d a . c o m • 2011-2012 VISITORS GUIDE47
TAX & DUTY FREE SHOPPING50 %www.dutyfree.caPeace Bridge Duty Free<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>, ON1-800-361-1302OPEN 24 HOURSSavings START witha STOP atPeace Bridge Duty FreeCANADIANS can shopat DUTY FREE on everytrip to the U.S.AMERICANS can spendup to $200 DUTY FREEon each and everytrip to Canada$5 OFF $10 OFFOpen24HoursON ANY PURCHASE OF $ 50 OR MOREOnly at Peace Bridge Duty Free.May not be combined with any other offer.Excludes Tobacco.Expires 31/12/2011ON ANY PURCHASE OF $ 100 OR MOREOnly at Peace Bridge Duty Free.May not be combined with any other offer.Excludes Tobacco.Expires 31/12/2011Always TAX FREE1-800-361-1302 • www.dutyfree.caThe Fastest Border Crossing In Niagara. Follow the QEW Towards <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Erie</strong>,Exit Duty Free Way to the LARGEST Duty Free Shop In North America
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