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Port Hope Visitor Guide 2019

This is a place where you can slow down. If the weekend was a place, if the weekend was a philosophy, a conversation, a memory – this is where it would be. Port Hope is a place where you can shake hands with a farmer, snuggle a goat, take a dip in a cool lake, eat a meal fresh-picked from a local field, and breathe it all in. There’s room here. There’s quiet. There’s slow. And there are more ways to enjoy your day than weekends in a year. Come enjoy craft food, drinks and sunsets by the water. Explore quaint streets and scenic country roads. It’s the weekend.

This is a place where you can slow down. If the weekend was a place, if the weekend was a philosophy, a conversation, a memory – this is where it would be.
Port Hope is a place where you can shake hands with a farmer, snuggle a goat, take a dip in a cool lake, eat a meal fresh-picked from a local field, and breathe it all in. There’s room here. There’s quiet. There’s slow. And there are more ways to enjoy your day than weekends in a year. Come enjoy craft food, drinks and sunsets by the water. Explore quaint streets and scenic country roads. It’s the weekend.

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IT’S ALWAYS THE WEEKEND<br />

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his is a place where you can slow down. If the weekend was a place,<br />

if the weekend was a philosophy, a conversation, a memory — this is where<br />

it would be.<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is a place where you can shake hands with a farmer, snuggle a goat,<br />

take a dip in a cool lake, eat a meal fresh-picked from a local field, and breathe<br />

it all in. There’s room here. There’s quiet. There’s slow. And there are more ways<br />

to enjoy your day than weekends in a year. Come enjoy craft food, drinks and<br />

sunsets by the water. Explore quaint streets and scenic country roads.<br />

It’s the weekend.<br />

HELLO& WELCOME<br />

TO PORT HOPE<br />

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MIGRATE<br />

UNIQUELY PORT HOPE<br />

Insider’s <strong>Guide</strong> to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> 4<br />

5 People You Gotta Meet 6<br />

Stephen King Comes to Town 8<br />

EAT<br />

Eat & Drink <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> 10<br />

Meet the Makers 12<br />

Featured Restaurants 14<br />

5 Great Patios 16<br />

SHOP<br />

Shop <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> 18<br />

Meet the Merchants 20<br />

Featured Shops 22<br />

HOW TO GET HERE<br />

Start out on Hwy 401 east, then get off the highway<br />

and ON 2 discoveries along County Rd. 2. Follow the<br />

beautiful Northumberland Coast through small towns,<br />

arts studios and fruit markets to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. We’re an<br />

easy hour by car or VIA train from the city.<br />

PLAN YOUR VISIT<br />

40+ Antiques, Fashion, Home Decor & Art Galleries<br />

25+ Unique Restaurants<br />

10+ Hotels, B&Bs & Heritage Inns<br />

PORT HOPE<br />

LIVE LIKE A LOCAL. GET THE MIGRATE PORT HOPE APP<br />

STAY<br />

Overnight <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> 24<br />

Featured Accommodations 26<br />

PLAY<br />

Play Around <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> 34<br />

Meet the Creatives 36<br />

Featured Pursuits 38<br />

21 Adventures Only In <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> 40<br />

PORT HOPE SIGNATURE EVENTS<br />

Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny 44<br />

Annual Salmon Migration 46<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair 48<br />

Cultivate: A Festival of Food & Drink 50<br />

Events Calendar 52<br />

Local Listings 53<br />

Top 5 Reasons to Move Here 60<br />

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INSIDER’S GUIDE TO PORT HOPE<br />

Small town? In size only. We have sophisticated dining, arts and theatre that<br />

you’d find in a larger city, but we’re less rushed and more friendly. We’ll stop<br />

and say hello on the street. And we’ve got all the great outdoors options that<br />

come with living on the lakeshore, walking on the beach, paddle boarding and<br />

kayaking—or just soaking up the sunshine. Need a mindful moment with a glass<br />

of wine and a good book? We’ve got that covered, too. Come hang out with us in<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. Get a taste for living like a local.<br />

HOW TO LIVE LIKE A LOCAL,<br />

KICK BACK &<br />

ENJOY THE<br />

COASTAL VIBE<br />

river. And they always have time to give<br />

you a tip on where to get a great coffee.<br />

LET’S TALK SHOPS<br />

Country farm markets, mid-century home<br />

décor, vintage fashion… Shopping local<br />

with this collection of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> stores has<br />

definite appeal, and you don’t have to<br />

worry about parking. There is plenty of free<br />

parking downtown. `Our merchants like to<br />

get to know customers by name and are<br />

fiercely proud to be part of our close-knit<br />

community. They are business leaders who<br />

sponsor sports teams and events on the<br />

EAT SLOW & SAVOUR<br />

We have time for a good meal here.<br />

On a patio with a view or around the<br />

dinner table with the kids. Food is good<br />

and fresh, because this is farm to table<br />

country. We are surrounded by farms<br />

and orchards, and we know the local<br />

producers who set up booths at the<br />

Farmers Market and supply many of our<br />

restaurants with the season’s best.<br />

BE WELL & BREATHE DEEP<br />

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When was the last time you just took in<br />

the moment? Whether it’s on the beach<br />

watching the waves, or catching sight of<br />

white-tailed deer while walking through the<br />

woods, we’ve got thousands of moments<br />

for you. We do yoga, we drink cold-pressed<br />

fresh juice, and we walk the meditation<br />

labyrinth at Laveanne Lavender Fields<br />

(where you can also do yoga in the<br />

lavender field). You can breathe deep<br />

because the air is so fresh—and bliss out.<br />

CONNECT WITH THE LAND<br />

Bring your boots and get to know our<br />

farmers. We don’t mind rolling up our<br />

sleeves and sharing the work. Stay at one<br />

of our farms to learn from the locals and<br />

lend a hand. Haute Goat has workshops<br />

on everything from (you guessed it) raising<br />

goats to beekeeping and foraging for<br />

mushrooms. Stay at one of the country<br />

B&Bs in the rolling hills and experience<br />

what quiet really is.<br />

TIME FOR THE FAMILY<br />

We say this a lot, but we love living by the<br />

lake. Whether you’re a stone-skipper or a<br />

sunbather, we’ve got two pretty beaches.<br />

Photo by Grace Yeung [www.gracelisamay.com]<br />

IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS<br />

Friendliness is not an isolated incident here.<br />

People say hello to you on the street and<br />

hold the door for you. And we get courtesy<br />

right with the red-and-white crosswalks<br />

downtown so you don’t need to walk to<br />

a traffic light to cross, as long as the way<br />

is clear. The local geese, however, may or<br />

may not use the crosswalks, so keep an eye<br />

out for them.<br />

THE SOCIAL SCENE<br />

Up for a night out? With a historic<br />

downtown, you’ll find unique pubs and<br />

restaurants with character. See a show<br />

at the atmospheric Capitol Theatre (a<br />

National historic site), styled in a medieval<br />

theme. We also like our big events too, like<br />

the Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny river<br />

race and the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair going 188<br />

years strong.<br />

TIP 1: West beach is great for stone<br />

collecting and East beach is perfect for<br />

sandy-bottom swimming. Head downtown<br />

for ice cream, gelato or boardwalk-style<br />

fudge. There are 200 acres of maintained<br />

parkland to make memories.<br />

Visit Optimus Prime and other<br />

amazing metal sculptures at<br />

Primitive Designs.<br />

TIP 2: There’s an awesome bandshell in<br />

Memorial Park where kids can climb up<br />

and belt out their finest performance.<br />

Right across the road is the<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Public Library,<br />

for something a little<br />

quieter, with books<br />

and programs for<br />

children. And, for<br />

retro fun, catch a<br />

double feature<br />

at the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

Drive-In.<br />

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UNIQUELY PORT HOPE<br />

What is it that makes <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> a magnet for some wonderfully unique<br />

people? Maybe it’s living on the water that gives you a different<br />

perspective. Maybe it’s that small-town comfort where you can be<br />

anywhere in about 10 minutes and you know the people that you see along the<br />

way. Here are five memorable folks and a bit of their story.<br />

5PORT HOPE PEOPLE<br />

YOU GOTTA MEET!<br />

THE CHEF<br />

MATHEW THOMPSON<br />

Mathew has the secret to incredible fried chicken, one of his<br />

labours of love at Ganarascals, the Walton Street restaurant with<br />

the purple piano and Jenga (and action figures!) to amuse the kids. “It’s a three-day process,<br />

including two days in brine, so it stays juicy,” he says. Flour, spices and buttermilk are also<br />

key to the perfect Southern-style dish. Mathew created haute cuisine in Yorkville and then<br />

Vancouver—“I love the attention to detail and I love eating expensive food and liquor!”<br />

THE PHOTOGRAPHER<br />

ALANA LEE<br />

HERE’S WHY…<br />

“It’s a three-day process, including two days<br />

in brine, so it stays juicy”<br />

One day Alana was spring-cleaning her kitchen cupboards on a stepladder,<br />

fell and woke up three hours later feeling weirdly intoxicated. A neurologist<br />

diagnosed her with multiple sclerosis. “It turns out it was a seizure,” she says.<br />

Then five years ago, she had a serious attack and couldn’t see or walk,<br />

and spent a month in hospital. “I lost colour vision, but I could see light and<br />

shapes.” She still uses a cane and has regained much of her eyesight.<br />

A former genetic biologist, Alana picked up a camera to “exercise” her<br />

eyes and stimulate new brain pathways. She discovered a passion for<br />

photography, a whole lot of inner strength—and a new career. “You just<br />

have to face challenges,” she says. “You find a way or find a new path.”<br />

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THE MERCHANT<br />

COLLEEN IMRIE<br />

What does it take to succeed in retail? “Really hard work and<br />

no fear,” says Colleen, founder of The Nooks shop in Toronto<br />

and <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> (she “fell instantly in love” with the town).<br />

The store is a mix of handcrafted and found treasures by<br />

local entrepreneurs who pay a membership to have a mini<br />

storefront in the space (also a hangout for her two dogs on<br />

occasion.) Toronto-born Colleen started brainstorming young.<br />

She worked for companies like MAC Cosmetics that offer great<br />

training and support, so at 26 she decided to start something<br />

on her own to support handmade. Next, she’s planning to<br />

curate a space for people to connect over cocktails, yoga and shopping local art.<br />

THE ARTIST<br />

DAVID BLACKWOOD<br />

The iconic printmaker and painter, known for depictions of<br />

Newfoundland’s dramatic ice and seafaring, first came to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

as a student visiting with friends. “So I got to know it back then, when it<br />

was very very quiet. It’s always had<br />

It’s always had a strong<br />

a strong sense of community,” he<br />

sense of community,” says. David taught art one day a<br />

week at <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s Trinity College School for 25 years, spending the<br />

rest of his work days in his own studio focusing on his own creations.<br />

How has the town influenced or inspired him? “I think it’s always<br />

provided a retreat—a hermitage—a place of peace and quiet and<br />

tranquility in a tremendous setting.”<br />

THE MAYOR<br />

BOB SANDERSON<br />

He’s the guy you’ll see driving his spiffy<br />

roadster around town. “I bought it new in<br />

California in 1999 and drove it back. It’s<br />

not antiquated, it has very few gadgets<br />

and it’s kind of cute,” he says. Bob moved<br />

from Halifax to set up his veterinary<br />

practice in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> and became an<br />

advocate for heritage preservation. He<br />

has an open-door policy for people who’d like to talk to him about anything from town<br />

taxes to plans for the next festival. Ask him about the appeal of growing <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> and<br />

he’ll tell you about a town that is real and friendly. “We’re not flashy or selling trinkets. I tell<br />

people to come and talk to us—and get to know us.”<br />

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UNIQUELY PORT HOPE<br />

Admittedly, <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is the quintessential small town by the lake, with an<br />

easygoing coastal feel, friendly faces and beautiful Victorian architecture.<br />

The air is fresh and the living is good here (just ask around!).<br />

MAYBE THIS IS WHAT MAKES IT THE PERFECT FOIL FOR HORROR?<br />

Pretty <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> was transformed into the fictional Derry, Maine,<br />

the setting for the Warner Bros. 2017 blockbuster adaption of<br />

Stephen King’s IT. And the evil shape-shifting Pennywise is returning<br />

for the sequel, IT CHAPTER TWO slated for release this September 6,<br />

<strong>2019</strong>. (Get ready for the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> release party. We do it up right!)<br />

Horror Master Stephen King<br />

stopped by for a visit and a tour<br />

with Mayor Bob Sanderson.<br />

WHERE THE HECK IS<br />

DERRY, MAINE?<br />

IT’S RIGHT HERE!<br />

IT and IT CHAPTER TWO’s producer, Barbara Muschietti, and<br />

her brother, director Andy Muschietti, say they adore <strong>Port</strong><br />

<strong>Hope</strong> for its small-town warmth, charm and laidback lifestyle.<br />

“The best part of filming was meeting the people of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>, who are wonderful,”Barbara<br />

says, adding that most of the cast and crew are from urban locales and loved the friendly<br />

low-key feel. “I remember noticing how people on a Saturday were just out walking,<br />

enjoying the day.”<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is more about good neighbours than red balloon-carrying monsters. What made<br />

it the ideal quiet town to tell the story of the pre-teen misfits, The Loser Club, now as adults<br />

in IT CHAPTER TWO with flashbacks to childhood soul-scarring moments?<br />

“<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is just as idyllic as we thought Derry should be. It has a perfection and<br />

cohesiveness where every corner is beautiful and everything belongs,” Barbara says.<br />

“We’re always looking for things that tell the story. It’s that perfection of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> that<br />

accentuates how different it is to be a loser and not fit in.”<br />

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But the cast and crew, with stars<br />

Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy<br />

and Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise,<br />

fit right in to the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> social<br />

scene, shopping, dining and getting to know the<br />

locals. “I do like Trattoria Gusto, and there are lots of<br />

cool restaurants and an amazing little organic grocery,<br />

Suntree. A lot of the crew went nuts for Olympus burgers<br />

and Dreamers cookies,” says Barbara.<br />

Queenies Bake Shop owner, Adam Pearson, and<br />

employees were extras in the film, and the store was also<br />

used as a cast room. “You don’t get to see these people<br />

every day, they’re in movies or on TV. I also talked to James<br />

McAvoy, who is just a regular guy and a family man,” he says.<br />

Pedestrian onlookers hit numbers higher than ever before during IT CHAPTER<br />

TWO filming for about a dozen days over the summer, hoping to catch a<br />

glimpse of the cast in action. Even Stephen King got the official welcome<br />

to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> by the Mayor when the American author visited. He likes small<br />

towns and was very comfortable here.<br />

The town was also<br />

made over to once<br />

again play the role<br />

of Derry, Maine with<br />

new store signs and<br />

movie titles added to<br />

the Capitol Theatre<br />

marquee. And most<br />

impressively, the<br />

20-foot statue<br />

of Paul Bunyan<br />

returned to<br />

Memorial Park. Now that you know, watch for all the recognizable<br />

locations when IT CHAPTER TWO hits theatres.<br />

Fans are still welcome to relive the movies on a self-guided walking<br />

tour that highlights key locations in the films—clown suits are optional.<br />

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EAT | SHOP | STAY | PLAY<br />

There’s nothing quite like a<br />

field tomato picked that<br />

morning to top your salad.<br />

Or wild leeks sautéed with shallots<br />

served with trout raised in springfed<br />

ponds. Did we say our dining is<br />

fresh and tasty? This is real farmto-table<br />

country where restaurants<br />

partner with local producers for<br />

natural whole foods, great flavours<br />

and laidback charm.<br />

DRINKS<br />

A festive beverage or a tall glass of lemonade<br />

on a patio can make for a perfect afternoon<br />

outing or evening on the town. We like to toast<br />

to good times and good conversation. Sample<br />

craft beers at Local No90 and The Social, try<br />

cider, ales or Guinness at the Beamish House or<br />

spirits with pool tables and music at the retro<br />

Ganaraska Hotel. And Turtle John’s is a locals’<br />

hangout to watch a game and relax with<br />

friends. We’re also devoted to coffee culture<br />

with a bunch of cafes for a full-bodied cup<br />

(Coffee Public has amazing house-roasted<br />

beans), specialty lattes and blended icy drinks.<br />

EAT&DRINK<br />

PORT HOPE<br />

DINING<br />

No question, if you love to eat out, this<br />

is your kind of town. We’re surrounded<br />

by agriculture—farms, orchards and<br />

waterways—so eating the season’s best<br />

is just what we do. It’s also inspiring for our<br />

chefs to get creative and wow you with<br />

unique dishes and homestyle favourites.<br />

Nookie’s Soul Kitchen has crazy good<br />

blackened salmon and slow-cooked ribs.<br />

There’s fine dining at the Carlyle with<br />

signature entrees like the bacon-wrapped<br />

Laying Lion Tenderloin, and Trattoria Gusto<br />

has beautiful risotto and pasta to enjoy on<br />

a patio that overlooks the rushing waters<br />

of the Ganaraska River. The landmark Jim’s<br />

Pizza is a family tradition. We could go on…<br />

SPECIALTY FOODS<br />

Sometimes you just need a lemon square<br />

(thank you, Queenies Bake Shop). Or to-die-for<br />

homemade fudge in flavours like Salted Nut<br />

Roll or Cookie Dough from Maggie Moose, finecrafted<br />

pure cacao chocolates and lavender<br />

(oh yes!) gelato from Mercury Chocolates,<br />

or Dreamers signature caramel-chocolate<br />

cookies. To balance your sweet tooth, check<br />

out the cold-pressed superfood juices at<br />

Electric Juice Company and healthy nut and<br />

fruit mixes around the corner at Suntree. And<br />

you can’t miss the countryside gourmet shop,<br />

Herma’s Fine Food & Gifts, where Herma Ender<br />

has choice meats, cheeses and the perfect<br />

condiments for charcuterie, along with all<br />

things delicious for picnics and family feasts.<br />

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FARM MARKETS<br />

Where does your food come from? Hardworking<br />

farmers and growers. Our historic Farmers Market<br />

runs Wednesday afternoon and Saturday<br />

morning (skip breakfast and eat the best<br />

peameal bacon on a market bun or sugardusted<br />

apple turnover). Say hello and chat up a<br />

farmer for growing tips and recipes—you’ll never<br />

know how great fresh Brussels sprouts can be<br />

until you’ve roasted them with olive oil and garlic.<br />

You’ll find honey, smoked trout, potatoes, pakoras<br />

and knitted baby<br />

blankets. Many of our<br />

farmers sell fresh eggs,<br />

meats and more right<br />

at their farm gate,<br />

like the Oslands who<br />

have worked their<br />

farm since 1900, so<br />

ask around!<br />

CALLING ALL FOODIES<br />

SAVE THE DATE<br />

CULTIVATE<br />

September 20-22, <strong>2019</strong><br />

This three-day family weekend<br />

festival is packed with great food<br />

and drink, so bring your appetite<br />

and your friends to Memorial<br />

Park in downtown <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>.<br />

You can meet and mingle with<br />

artisanal food producers,<br />

musicians (who perform<br />

at the bandshell!) and<br />

artists, all gathered to<br />

celebrate local food and<br />

culture. For details and<br />

the lineup of performers<br />

and activities, go to<br />

visitporthope.ca/festivals.<br />

UNIQUELY PORT HOPE | REY RAY’S FOOD TRUCK<br />

THE BEST OF MEXICO (WHO KNEW?)<br />

This real-deal Mexican food truck has wickedly good eats, like tacos with charred chorizo,<br />

pineapple and spicy green sauce, the “fried goodness” of polenta poutine and churros,<br />

those tasty Mexican doughnuts. It’s the thing to do on a sunny afternoon for great food to<br />

share on snack-bar tables. The corn tortillas are made by hand from Chef Ray Vosburgh’s<br />

grandmother’s recipe. Ray’s mom is<br />

Mexican and his dad and co-owner,<br />

Gary Vosburgh, is Canadian. He<br />

gets up early to make the tortillas<br />

by hand every morning, and Ray<br />

and his girlfriend, Co-chef Latara<br />

Bracci, create the fresh cuisine in tight<br />

quarters. In the off-season, November<br />

to April, Ray and Latara do catering<br />

and visit family in Mexico. Stop in, you’ll<br />

be blown away!<br />

Photo by Jeanette Breward [www.jeanettebreward.com]<br />

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HAND-CRAFTED GOODNESS<br />

Homegrown tastes and flavours is what we do best, thanks to the hardworking<br />

farmers and producers behind the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> food and drink scene. They<br />

bring their talents to work the land with care and pride. Some have been<br />

here for generations and others are newly drawn by the water, fresh air and the<br />

serenity of a quieter lifestyle. Come say hello and sample!<br />

MEET THE MAKERS BEHIND<br />

THE FOOD SCENE!<br />

CINDY OSLAND<br />

OSLAND FAMILY FARM MARKET<br />

4966 5TH LINE<br />

The Oslands know their farming! The family has<br />

been farming since 1900. I married into it. My husband<br />

Darrell is an amazing farmer. It would kill him to give it<br />

up. He is the youngest of eight kids and his dad gave<br />

each of the three boys a calf to raise to sell or keep,<br />

and Darrell was the only one to keep it and breed it. His<br />

dad knew then that Darrell would take over the farm.<br />

Osland Farm<br />

Why is your beef and lamb so good? They’re<br />

naturally raised and spend a lot of time outside eating<br />

hay or grass. It’s a healthy life for them. They’re content. Years ago, you’d see cattle in every<br />

field, but now so many people are cash-cropping because you don’t<br />

have the year-round work. With animals, you feed them twice a day<br />

and take care of them.<br />

“They’re naturally raised and spend a lot of time<br />

outside eating hay or grass. It’s a healthy life for them.<br />

They’re content.”<br />

Is it a labour of love? Yes, it’s honest work. It’s hard work and takes<br />

a lot of planning. We have 80 acres of a mixed farm where<br />

we grow only what we use or sell. I have ladies in their 70s<br />

coming to the farm for steak and asking me how to<br />

cook it. You take a cast iron pan, start it on the stovetop<br />

and then into the oven. Best steak you’ve ever eaten.<br />

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BRANDON BICKLE<br />

BICKLE FARM VALLEY HOPS<br />

3054 MCCLELLAND RD.<br />

Are you a craft beer fan? Yes, I started home brewing seven<br />

years ago. It’s super interesting and I love to experiment. I did<br />

a ginger cream ale that I sent to the 2015 Ontario Homebrew<br />

Competition and got third!<br />

“Now I supply hops to local breweries<br />

and home brew shops.”<br />

You’re the only hops farmer in town? I canvased about 30 breweries to see what kind of<br />

hops they used. I’m on the road a lot as a buyer for Canadian Tire, so I had the idea to ask<br />

my dad if I could a test of 160 plants on our family farm. He said ‘you’re nuts,’ but we did it.<br />

Claim to fame? I stumbled upon a hop when I was visiting a friend in Campbellford. It<br />

was growing in the ditch and I thought, what’s that weird plant? Holy crap! It’s an Arthur hop<br />

that no one else has. It’s one of the five varieties I grow. Now I supply hops to local breweries<br />

and home brew shops. We’re also a stop on the Craft Brew Trail if you want to see the farm.<br />

Best part of farming? Spending time in the field with my dad. We string up coconut fibre<br />

string on a trellis, and train the hop shoots to grow three per string. They can get 20-feet tall. It<br />

looks like a vineyard on steroids.<br />

STEPHEN DINES<br />

FALCON BREWING IN AJAX<br />

COMING SOON TO PORT HOPE<br />

Why bring Falcon beer to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>? The community<br />

aspect. It’s a great small town with a huge brewing history. And<br />

all the business owners we’ve talked to about coming have<br />

been wonderful to us. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is a foodie town, so we’re<br />

going to focus on the beer and sell some pretzels, beer-infused<br />

pies and cheese, and hope to partner with some restaurants<br />

to bring in their pizza and burgers. We’re going to use some of<br />

Brandon Bickle’s hops. We’re also planning to have live music, a second-floor event space<br />

and a rooftop patio.<br />

Supporting local is a focus? We want to be part of the community. The architect we’re<br />

working with is Reno Piccini in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. We’re going to do a Float Your Fanny beer for the<br />

Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny river race.<br />

What’s Falcon known for? We’ve got four mainstays and the other six rotate every<br />

10 days—lagers and stouts to IPAs. The big new beer is sour beer, so they’re tart and nice<br />

for summer. We’ve got a passionfruit guava sour that’s really good.<br />

So you’re a beer drinker? When you look at me you can tell. I’m a big guy. I’ve always<br />

liked craft beer. They’ve got lots of flavour. Every day you can enjoy a different one.<br />

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Olympus Burger<br />

55 Mill St. S.,<br />

olympusburger.ca<br />

George Kallonakis<br />

Have you eaten the best burger in Canada? A truly<br />

epic burger, named after the Greek gods of Mount<br />

Olympus, that will delight your taste buds and satisfy<br />

your cravings. Because does it get any better than the<br />

Hades (shown here!) with a fresh beef patty topped<br />

with roasted red peppers, jalapeños, house-made<br />

chipotle sauce, lettuce and tomato on a perfectly<br />

toasted bun.<br />

Zeus and his gang are well-represented and<br />

appreciated by fans of the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> gourmet burger<br />

restaurant, Olympus Burger, where all the magic on<br />

the grill happens. “Burgers are the ultimate comfort<br />

food. They’ve always been a passion of mine,” says<br />

restaurant creator George Kallonakis who studied<br />

(and loved) Greek mythology as a kid growing up<br />

in Greece.<br />

He opened Olympus Burger with its signature<br />

thunderbolt logo over five years ago alongside<br />

his dad and head cook, Emmanuel, and his mom<br />

Georgina. It’s a proud family business that takes crazy<br />

long hours and entrepreneurial drive.<br />

Not to mention standout fresh local food that’s<br />

brought national attention—and regulars who bring<br />

visitors from Arizona and overseas. Olympus Burger<br />

was recently voted one of the top 10 burgers in<br />

Canada by Big 7 Travel. It was featured on the Food<br />

Network show You Gotta Eat Here in September 2016<br />

and voted the best burger in the country in 2017 by<br />

Canadian Living magazine.<br />

The crowd favourite is still the Zeus, with peameal<br />

bacon and caramelized onions (and more). And<br />

the most popular on the secret menu online is the<br />

Morpheus with an unforgettable combo of crispy<br />

bacon and peanut butter. He’s the demigod of<br />

dreams, so the burger is addictive with “flavours you<br />

dream about,” George says. He’s also got delicious<br />

vegetarian and gluten-free options—and the<br />

forward-thinking to make his burgers better for the<br />

environment.<br />

George was snorkelling last year in Belize when he<br />

saw a baby nurse shark spit out a piece of plastic.<br />

“That triggered a few things and made me think<br />

about how much plastic is polluting the world. I<br />

knew I had to take action.” He introduced paper<br />

straws and paper takeout containers, biodegradable<br />

cups and cutlery made from sustainable bamboo.<br />

Then in April 2018, Olympus Burger became the first<br />

restaurant in Canada to be Carbonzero-certified.<br />

The annual emissions from the ovens, deep-fryers<br />

and operations are offset by his support of a forest<br />

management on the Niagara Escarpment.<br />

So your best burger experience is clean and green.<br />

“The feedback has been positive and it’s great to<br />

shift toward the bigger picture and think about the<br />

future for our kids,” George says. The gods of Mount<br />

Olympus must be smiling!<br />

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UNIQUELY PORT HOPE<br />

Every day might not be the weekend but it feels like it is. So whether it’s patio<br />

time with sangria and ice buckets of beer, lunch overlooking the beautiful<br />

Ganaraska River, or cocktails by the lake—we’ve got the best spots for dining<br />

and casual day-drinking under the sun.<br />

5<br />

GREAT PATIOS<br />

AND WHY YOU’LL LOVE THEM!<br />

THE SOCIAL BAR + TABLE<br />

26 ONTARIO ST.<br />

This intimate restaurant boasts an equally<br />

lovely patio close to the Ganaraska<br />

River with just enough privacy to indulge<br />

in a second drink (or third) and watch<br />

people walking along the street and into<br />

the shops. The beverage choices never<br />

disappoint with Pommies cider and the<br />

Social Lager from Muskoka Brewery on tap<br />

in the rotation, craft bottles, regional wines<br />

by the glass, and ports and sherries for<br />

leisurely sipping. The vibe is great and the<br />

poutine is famous in town.<br />

NOOKIE’S SOUL KITCHEN + BAR<br />

20 ONTARIO ST.<br />

Just like you’re going to eat with family<br />

and friends, Nookie’s is friendly, relaxed—<br />

and you’re guaranteed a good meal<br />

(butter chicken! Crab cakes, too) and<br />

service with a smile. This is a great no-rush<br />

street patio for Long Island Iced Tea, a<br />

classic Caesar or small-batch ales and<br />

lagers. Nookie’s even has a Jägermeister<br />

cocktail with peach schnapps and<br />

cranberry juice called The <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>.<br />

A must try!<br />

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egulars here are super friendly, so enjoy the<br />

camaraderie and laidback feel. A pint of<br />

Guinness in the sunshine is the milkshake of<br />

beers! Tip: the Beamish Burger is a favourite.<br />

TRATTORIA GUSTO<br />

1 WALTON ST.<br />

Photo by Karen Mak [www.stenoodie.com]<br />

The ambiance, the gorgeous flowers,<br />

the wine! The outdoor terrace seats 40<br />

in comfortable cushioned patio chairs in<br />

this modern take on a heritage building.<br />

Located in the Waddell Hotel, Trattoria<br />

Gusto is right on the east bank of the<br />

Ganaraska River, so you can hear the<br />

water flow and see people fly fishing in<br />

the fall. Enjoy a menu that befits the<br />

beautiful surroundings with its upscale<br />

and fresh Italian-inspired cuisine. (Oh, the<br />

beef carpaccio!)<br />

CRAWFORD’S LAKEVIEW CAFÉ<br />

125 MILL ST. S.<br />

Drink in the terrific views of the coastal<br />

waves lapping the shore. Captivating<br />

beauty, especially when the lake sparkles<br />

in the sunshine. Crawford’s patio is low-key<br />

and casual, like on a cottage deck where<br />

you can sit and take in the day. It’s homey,<br />

too, for breakfast, lunch or a lazy brunch.<br />

Go for a swim at the sandy-bottomed<br />

beach and then come try the Eggs<br />

Benny, home-fried potatoes, fluffy stacked<br />

pancakes with fresh berries, fruity sangria or<br />

nice cold beer.<br />

Patio at the Hotel Carlyle<br />

This is not a definitive listing. We love<br />

our patios! Other primo spots for patios<br />

in town include the Hotel Carlyle,<br />

THE BEAMISH HOUSE<br />

27 JOHN ST.<br />

A <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> landmark since 1989, the<br />

Turtle John’s, Olympus Burger and the<br />

landmark Ganaraska Hotel. Sip, savour<br />

and raise a glass!<br />

Beamish is a great meeting place to have<br />

an ale with friends under a big umbrella<br />

on the spacious back patio. The staff and<br />

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EAT | SHOP | STAY | PLAY<br />

Inuit Fine Art<br />

The thrill of the find! You’ll<br />

discover unique gifts and gifts-<br />

to-self, and appreciate the<br />

personalized service of our local<br />

merchants who get to know their<br />

regulars by name. The experience<br />

of a small-town store—and<br />

discovering something awesome<br />

– is like finding hidden treasure.<br />

You’ll want to come back for more.<br />

SHOP<br />

PORT HOPE<br />

FASHION FORWARD<br />

Turquoise Boutique<br />

The shops of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> flirt with fashion<br />

from head to toe. From hats and sparkly<br />

tiaras (that’s right, you can dress like a<br />

prom queen with a tiara or big bling from<br />

Kenneth Bell), to fine linen breezy separates<br />

at Chez Maggay, and sweet dresses at<br />

Turquoise. And there’s an Aveda salon<br />

steps away at Faun, because you never<br />

know when you might like a fresh blowout<br />

and professional makeup application.<br />

We aim to please!<br />

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STUDIOS & GALLERIES<br />

We’re an artsy town, there’s<br />

no denying it. Potters, painters,<br />

textile artists and more. Visit home<br />

studios in the countryside or look<br />

for imaginative works at the Art<br />

Gallery of Northumberland shop<br />

and Zen sand garden inside the<br />

door. And Inuit Fine Art features<br />

original prints and sculpture from<br />

Cape Dorset, Nunavut,<br />

home of Canada’s oldest<br />

Inuit arts co-operative.<br />

RARE & VINTAGE<br />

Upcycled, repurposed or<br />

simply flamboyant clothing<br />

and collectibles are worth<br />

keeping (or upselling on<br />

eBay!). We’ve got quirky<br />

covered with four thrift<br />

shops, all manner of vintage<br />

washing machines and<br />

stoves at Ed White, rare and<br />

gently used books at Gryphon<br />

Books, and exceptional<br />

antiquing for collectors and<br />

curious browsers. Plus, you’ll<br />

discover designer Diane von<br />

Furstenberg jersey dresses from<br />

the 1970s and more at Thrill of<br />

the Find.<br />

Tip: check out the art<br />

frames at Antiques on Queen.<br />

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HANDCRAFTED COMMUNITY<br />

Honey spiked with ginger, blueberry preserves,<br />

wonderful macramé wall hangings and other<br />

fibre arts, handmade plush toys for babes and<br />

toddlers. Food and fabulousness is everywhere<br />

you look—and there’s much to see! The<br />

Nooks is all about connecting people with<br />

local artists and crafters, and supporting the<br />

entrepreneurial spirit of these makers. Each<br />

little nook in the shop is a mini store to<br />

showcase a maker. “People appreciate<br />

handmade, the time and the work involved,<br />

and we’re celebrating it,” says Colleen Imrie,<br />

founder of The Nooks <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> and sister<br />

shop on the Danforth in Toronto. “We’re<br />

building community.”<br />

MORE THAN DECOR<br />

Coffee table conversation starters are here – and coffee tables, too.<br />

Head to Primitive Designs roadside market for one-of-a-kind global pieces<br />

for home and garden, like the incredible wood table slabs from Indonesia<br />

and Thailand. As twins Drew and Jonathan on Property Brothers will tell<br />

you, when you come across a great find, don’t hold back. Dwellissimo<br />

has Scandinavian furniture and mod lighting, Acanthus offers lush<br />

custom bedding and upholstery, and Herma’s hits all the fine details for<br />

entertaining finishes.<br />

We’re an artsy town, there’s no denying it.<br />

Potters, painters, textile artists and more.<br />

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BROWSE AND BUY<br />

It’s always the weekend (or so it feels) with the slower pace and lively street<br />

patios. Our shopkeepers like to take the time to help you find something<br />

special and ask you about your day. So you’ll get service with a smile and a<br />

tip on where to have lunch. These family-run businesses are part of a close-knit<br />

community that’s thriving. Come shop!<br />

OUR MERCHANTS<br />

ARE<br />

SUPER FRIENDLY<br />

MIREILLE WATSON<br />

THRILL OF THE FIND |136 Walton St.<br />

Why vintage designer fashion? I love the quality, the<br />

materials. It’s always more interesting to buy second-hand.<br />

I started collecting years ago and friends started asking me<br />

if they could buy from me. I’m a passionate collector first<br />

and a focused business person second.<br />

But vintage designer fashion in a small Ontario town?<br />

I love the mix of people. There are social events here and<br />

I think, wow, they really turn out! People look less at dresses<br />

here and do pants and jackets. I had a store in Leslieville for<br />

about 15 years and it was time to move from Toronto, so I<br />

also have customers from Toronto who come.<br />

Favourite piece you’d<br />

rather keep? A 1970 leopard<br />

print Diane von Furstenberg<br />

dress. You can belt it and<br />

loosen it up. It’s very boho.<br />

Best wardrobe tip?<br />

Have a few good pieces.<br />

Accessories are often<br />

forgotten, but add a nice<br />

scarf or add a broach in<br />

a less expected place,<br />

maybe on the waist of<br />

a little black dress.<br />

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RON DACEY & RHONDA COOK<br />

PRIMITIVE DESIGNS | 2762 County Rd. 28<br />

What are you most famous for? Our friendly staff and<br />

our robots. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee. We also have a<br />

huge three-headed dragon. We never sell the originals.<br />

Ripley’s has them all over the world.<br />

How did you get started? Ron: I grew up in Sudbury<br />

and then lived in Germany, Turkey, Amsterdam—all over—<br />

and got into buying and selling handcrafts. I went to rock<br />

concerts in the 1970s and sold out of my Volkswagen van.<br />

I built reproduction pine antique furniture for a while and<br />

sold it at the Toronto Harbourfront Antique Market.<br />

Favourite destination for work travel? Nepal is beautiful,<br />

the beaches in Thailand, the markets in Morocco, Santa<br />

Marta’s ice-capped mountains in Colombia. They all have<br />

appeal. We go into the villages and talk to the same<br />

families every year to buy from them. About 98% of our<br />

goods, I know exactly where they’re from. We’ve been<br />

doing fair trade long before it became a catchword.<br />

New Primitive notables? We’re building the Terminator.<br />

We also have six life-size moose.<br />

TJ ASHTON<br />

G. FACEY | 57 WALTON ST.<br />

Congrats on 26 years in business! Secret to success?<br />

We fell in love with the customers and listening to them. It really<br />

allowed us to grow into women’s wear, footwear, accessories<br />

and eventually becoming a mini department store.<br />

Why locate in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>? My TA from the University of<br />

Waterloo asked me to marry him. Yes, I got a good grade and,<br />

yes, I said yes. While he waited for me to graduate and go to<br />

law school, he bought a little sports store in his hometown. I<br />

would come on the weekends and help him grow the business.<br />

My law school was put on the backburner in favour of paying<br />

off our student loans.<br />

Best part of being here? So many engaged and<br />

eclectic people in a picturesque historic setting with a river<br />

running through it and a view of the lake. You can’t reproduce<br />

this anywhere.<br />

How many pairs of shoes do you own? Let’s just say that<br />

Gould’s Footwear and G. Facey, of course, know my shoe size<br />

when I walk in the door.<br />

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port hope feature<br />

Furby House Books<br />

65 Walton St.<br />

info@furbyhousebooks.com<br />

www.furbyhousebooks.com<br />

Furby House Books has a story of its own.<br />

The shop is named after William Furby, the “father of<br />

local journalism” who published the first newspaper<br />

in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> in 1831.<br />

FHB has been serving book lovers since 1989 with a<br />

comprehensive stock of new titles for children, young<br />

and older adults.<br />

No visit, though, is complete without a tribute to Mr.<br />

Furby. You’ll see a bronze bust in his image on display.<br />

Local lore has it that if you rub his head—and you’re<br />

encouraged to do so!—you’ll have good fortune in<br />

anything to do with words, paper and ink.<br />

60 Ontario St., <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

Take a beautiful stroll across<br />

the bridge on Ontario Street<br />

to the largest Pharmasave in<br />

Canada. A destination one stop<br />

shop that includes a full service,<br />

sit down Starbucks. Enjoy<br />

browsing the largest giftware,<br />

home decor, and fashion<br />

boutique in the area.You will<br />

find unique gifts, decor pieces,<br />

baby items, accessories, toys,<br />

and all your seasonal everyday<br />

needs.<br />

Start your visit to downtown<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> by visiting<br />

Pharmasave with<br />

accessible parking.<br />

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EAT | SHOP | STAY | PLAY<br />

You’re always on weekend time here, so take in the calm and stay the night.<br />

The small-town charm and natural scenery is just like de-stressing in a<br />

meditation studio in the city, but without the staging and effort. We’ve got<br />

cute boutique inns with lux linens and fireplaces in the downtown, so you can<br />

walk to shops and the theatre. Or you can escape to one of our country B&Bs<br />

where you can drink in the quiet.<br />

OVERNIGHT<br />

PORT HOPE<br />

LAURA FERRIS<br />

THE WADDELL HOTEL | 1 Walton St.<br />

What do you love about the hotel? The history. It was the first<br />

large brick building in town, it has the columns and the beautiful<br />

entranceway. I’ve been general manager for five years and I still<br />

love coming in the door.<br />

It was the first large brick building in town, it has<br />

The setting is kind of perfect!<br />

the columns and the beautiful entranceway.<br />

It’s a small boutique hotel on the<br />

river, so a lot of people come for a romantic getaway. You can look at the river and hear the<br />

water flow. And you can walk the river trail that goes on to the lake.<br />

Best part of your job? The people. Our guests and our local regulars. There are so many<br />

interesting people who live here. The scientists working at Cameco, the artists. All walks of life.<br />

What brought you to town? Affordability of living here. We moved from Oshawa for the fresh<br />

air and the stars. There’s something about a small town to raise a family. My husband coaches<br />

our son’s ball team. We’ve made a lot of good friends.<br />

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LEA SOMERS<br />

WOODLAND GARDENS<br />

8250 Woodland Ave., Garden Hill<br />

Biggest draw for guests? You’re always<br />

ranked high on TripAdvisor! We’re<br />

unique. We’re in the country, close to<br />

the Ganaraska Forest, horseback riding<br />

at Trickle Creek. The sauna is a big<br />

attraction. You can take a sauna and<br />

then go and sit on the patio. It’s very<br />

refreshing and invigorating. My husband Jack and I do it about<br />

once a week after playing badminton or volleyball.<br />

We’ve heard about your yummy Finnish breakfast. I make<br />

things that I grew up with, like the Finnish pulla bread and my Aunt<br />

Eva’s piirakka pie, rice pudding in pastry, that she would bring to<br />

family gatherings.<br />

Who does all the gardening? It’s a joint effort. I look after the<br />

plants, he looks after the grasses. We have swings, benches, a<br />

hammock. People can destress just by being out here.<br />

Best part of having a B&B? We’ve met so many wonderful<br />

people. We get to know them. At the end of the stay, we’re giving<br />

them hugs goodbye.<br />

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Seeing at show at the<br />

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When you book<br />

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LANDMARK HOTEL CARLYLE<br />

The stately hotel with lion statues at the front<br />

entrance was built in 1857 as the Bank of Upper<br />

Canada. There’s even a vault the restaurant’s<br />

private dining room, and the beautiful upper floors<br />

were once the apartment for the bank manager.<br />

The building also served as the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> City<br />

Dairy in 1920. The inn was restored in the 1980s. The<br />

Carlyle’s signature cocktails and dishes also give<br />

a nod to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s history, including the Banker’s<br />

Buck with house-made ginger beer, and the Great<br />

Farini Atlantic Salmon, named for the hometown<br />

daredevil who walked a tightrope across the<br />

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Matthew St. Amand recently tripled the size of the<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> auto dealership he started with his dad<br />

in 2004. The big reno, four years in the planning,<br />

added seven new service bays in the two-level<br />

addition, along with a great new customer lounge<br />

with complimentary WiFi, coffee bar and TV for news<br />

and entertainment. (If Maurice “Moe” the Irish service<br />

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“We’re really pumped about it,” Matthew says.<br />

“Showrooms are like showpieces for the cars,<br />

but the service area is really where we can help<br />

our customers and make it a good experience.<br />

When you bring your car in for service, it should be<br />

enjoyable. We want to put the client in the forefront,<br />

so that’s where we’re investing in the business.”<br />

A lot of people just like to drop in to say hi to the<br />

dealership mascot, Wendel the bulldog. He belongs<br />

to Dave, the sales manager, but likes all the attention<br />

he can get. “Everybody loves Wendel, he’s that kind<br />

of dog.” (Mind the drool.)<br />

There’s a reason Lakeridge Chrysler Dodge Jeep<br />

is ranked #1 for Best Overall Customer Service in<br />

Northumberland County—and Matthew and his<br />

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for Matthew are like family.<br />

“We’re dog-friendly. And a lot of my employees have<br />

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He works alongside his wife Melissa who manages all<br />

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“It’s good to know that I can help young families<br />

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EXTRAORDINARY SONGS<br />

AND PERFORMANCES<br />

IN THE HEART OF PORT HOPE<br />

www.capitoltheatre.com<br />

Walk into the Capitol Theatre and you’ll find yourself<br />

in a medieval castle courtyard surrounded by forest<br />

beneath a starry sky—a playful and perfect setting<br />

for the magic on stage.<br />

“It’s captivating—the theatre and the town as<br />

well,” says Susan Ferley, the new Artistic Director<br />

who moved from Toronto to <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> in February.<br />

“There’s such a richness, and affection and respect<br />

for the theatre. When you talk to artists who’ve<br />

performed here, they say ‘Oh, it’s such a great<br />

community. The community embraces the theatre,<br />

the artists on stage and the story being told.’”<br />

Those stories become big, fabulous productions,<br />

bringing people from the GTA and beyond for soldout<br />

performances, extended runs, and actors that<br />

come straight from Broadway and Mirvish shows to<br />

be a part of it. The Cameco Capitol Arts Centre is<br />

not your typical small-town venue.<br />

“Because it’s live, it speaks to us emotionally, it<br />

touches us in ways we don’t always anticipate<br />

and it brings people together,” Ferley says. She’s<br />

a Winnipeg native who has worked with the<br />

celebrated Globe Theatre in Regina and the Grand<br />

Theatre in London, Ontario. She also worked at the<br />

Stratford and Shaw Festivals in her early career.<br />

and connections to jazz, so they’re vibrant pieces,<br />

with two very different perspectives on that time<br />

and place.<br />

Guys and Dolls, based on stories by Damon<br />

Runyon, tells a tale of high romance, with<br />

extraordinary songs like “Luck Be a Lady” and, of<br />

course, “Guys and Dolls.” “All these gamblers are<br />

trying to hit it big and ultimately, it’s about finding<br />

someone. Someone to share life with, surprisingly,”<br />

Ferley says of the American musical classic that<br />

became a hit 1955 film with Frank Sinatra and<br />

Marlon Brando. “It’s about opposites attracting and<br />

finding love.”<br />

Then there’s Million Dollar Quartet which is based<br />

on a very real event that happened when these<br />

four young men in their 20s, who happen to be<br />

Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl<br />

Perkins, find themselves together at Sun Studio<br />

in Memphis (which is why it’s considered the<br />

birthplace of rock and roll).<br />

“You’ve got incredible music live on stage so it’s<br />

right there and immediate” with these four young<br />

men talking about their history, often coming out of<br />

poverty with these talents that a man named Sam<br />

Phillips recognized.<br />

“I keep going back to community. It’s about the<br />

stories we tell, theatrically, playfully and musically<br />

—it will all be there.”<br />

So get ready for headliners Guys and Dolls (May 1<br />

to June 16) and Million Dollar Quartet (August 1<br />

to September 1)! Both these musicals have roots<br />

“They’re young and in some cases insecure and<br />

they need this encouragement from this man they<br />

refer to as Mr. Phillips who also narrates throughout<br />

the play,” Ferley says. “Elvis is the only one who has<br />

any public recognition at that point. And we see<br />

through his eyes the challenges that come from<br />

being a celebrity. It’s quite extraordinary.”<br />

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Live<br />

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SPRING & SUMMER <strong>2019</strong><br />

Capitol Theatre<br />

Main Stage Lineup<br />

DEAN & JERRY<br />

What Might Have Been<br />

April 4 - April 14, <strong>2019</strong><br />

A concert that will leave you<br />

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GUYS AND DOLLS<br />

May 21 - June 16, <strong>2019</strong><br />

Frank Loesser’s celebrated musical<br />

comedy about rolling the dice<br />

and falling in love under the bright<br />

lights of Broadway.<br />

MITCH ALBOM’S<br />

TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE<br />

July 2 - July 21, <strong>2019</strong><br />

“The best-selling memoir of all time.”<br />

MILLION DOLLAR<br />

QUARTET<br />

August 6 - September 1, <strong>2019</strong><br />

Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl<br />

Perkins and Elvis Presley at Sun Studio.<br />

“One of the greatest jam sessions ever!”<br />

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<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s own little gem. The<br />

Capitol’s plays easily rival those<br />

in Toronto (and I was a theatre<br />

reviewer in the Toronto area<br />

for several years). The town is<br />

extremely lucky to have it.<br />

-David<br />

Saw The Little Mermaid at the<br />

Capitol Theatre and as usual,<br />

it was fantastic. Wonderful cast<br />

and crew, made for a very<br />

entertaining evening.<br />

-Cheryl<br />

Visit capitoltheatre.com for concerts and new shows!<br />

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Capitol Theatre main stage<br />

Photos by Alana Lee<br />

Building on Tradition<br />

Funding an Arts Centre for the Future<br />

You have to admire the theatre’s unique past and<br />

future plans. The Capitol was built in 1930 as one of<br />

the first cinemas in the country for those early black<br />

and white “talking pictures” like opening night’s<br />

Queen High starring Ginger Rogers.<br />

Now the board of directors, and the 190 communityminded<br />

volunteers who manage the concession<br />

stand, 50-50 draws and more, are excited to launch<br />

a capital funding campaign to expand the building<br />

and add to the visitor experience.<br />

Today, the Capitol Theatre is a national historic<br />

site, the pride of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> and one of the last fully<br />

restored “atmospheric” theatres still running. And,<br />

notably, it was a dedicated group of local citizens<br />

who restored the building in the 1990s to its former<br />

glory.<br />

The theatre is well recognized as an economic<br />

driver for the community, offering a premiere venue<br />

for popular musicals—Mamma Mia! and The Little<br />

Mermaid were crowd favourites—along with films<br />

and concerts. It’s also truly an arts centre, designed<br />

to nurture emerging talent and engage people of all<br />

ages (school trips welcome!).<br />

Planned renovations include the main floor expansion<br />

for patrons to better mingle with friends and enjoy the<br />

refreshments in the bar and gallery, and a secondfloor<br />

rehearsal facility. There are also plans for classes,<br />

under the direction of Artistic Director Susan Ferley<br />

who has taught at George Brown College in Toronto<br />

and St. Lawrence College in Brockville.<br />

These initiatives, along with the support of the many<br />

public and private donors, will make a big difference<br />

to the Capitol Theatre, bringing in new patrons,<br />

increasing community access and adding to the<br />

storied history of the 90-year-old venue. Exciting<br />

days ahead!<br />

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EAT | SHOP | STAY | PLAY<br />

What does your weekend look like? High-energy pursuits like zip-lining<br />

or kayaking on the lake, or leisurely walks about town to admire the<br />

architecture or sip wine on a patio. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is older than Canada,<br />

so we’ve got history to explore and stories to tell, musical theatre, street festivals<br />

and year-round events. We’ve got culture covered—we’re a small town that’s<br />

big on fun.<br />

PLAY AROUND<br />

PORT HOPE<br />

TELLING OUR STORY<br />

A little of our history to get you started.<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> was an established hub for<br />

trade and transportation by the mid-19th<br />

century. The river provided power for grist<br />

and timber mills, and was a natural port<br />

for exporting grain, timber and whiskey<br />

to the U.S. and Europe. The social scene<br />

was vibrant with an opera house, and<br />

Americans built summer cottages along the shore. Our legacy: we have one of the most<br />

impressive inventories of historical homes and buildings in Canada. You can take a selfguided<br />

walking or driving tour.<br />

MUSEUMS & ARCHIVES<br />

Get a glimpse into the past at the Antique Machinery Centre<br />

and Dorothy’s House Museum for vintage tools, tractors and a<br />

taste of farm life. We’re proud of our agricultural roots. Take a<br />

drive through the countryside to see the hand-painted board tiles<br />

by local artists on 23 heritage barns along the Barn Quilt Trail. And<br />

check out the postcards, maps and artifacts at the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

Archives downtown. Another stop is the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Public Library<br />

for newspaper archives and first editions by author Farley Mowat,<br />

the Canadian icon who lived here in town.<br />

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CULTURE CRAVERS<br />

SAVE THE DATE<br />

SUMMER BANDSHELL<br />

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July & August <strong>2019</strong><br />

Memorial Park hosts live blues,<br />

jazz and more every Thursday.<br />

STAGE & SONG<br />

Every weekend should include some good food<br />

and entertainment. See a show at the intimate<br />

Capitol Theatre, a national historic site built in 1930<br />

as Canada’s first movie theatre for talking films.<br />

It’s called an “atmospheric” theatre because it’s<br />

designed as a medieval castle garden where the<br />

audience sits beneath a ceiling of soft clouds<br />

and stars. And be on the lookout for popup events<br />

by Sean Carthew’s Ontario Street Theatre in<br />

restaurants, community halls and local bars.<br />

Those same bars and pubs also feature open mic<br />

nights and live music<br />

GUYS AND DOLLS<br />

AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE<br />

May 21-June 16, <strong>2019</strong><br />

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October 5, <strong>2019</strong><br />

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UNIQUELY PORT HOPE | GANARASKA FOREST CENTRE<br />

OUTDOORS ADVENTURE<br />

There’s no better way to stoke your inner mindfulness than a walk in our forest! The<br />

quiet beauty, the wildlife, like hawks, songbirds and wild turkeys, and the chance to<br />

experience nature. The Ganaraska Forest in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is 11,000 acres of protected<br />

land. You can ride a horse, hike, mountain-bike and make plans for your next<br />

corporate event. The education centre has a big hall, accommodations<br />

and its own culinary staff. In fact, it’s become a popular place for weddings,<br />

and the lookouts in the<br />

forest are choice spots for that<br />

romantic kiss. It’s also a great<br />

way to reintroduce kids to climbing<br />

a tree with the pros at Treetop<br />

Trekking located here in the forest.<br />

High adventure!<br />

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COME FOR THE ARTS<br />

We’ve got a buzzy arts scene, but none of the drama getting to a show.<br />

Parking is easy. You can dine out a block away and then walk to the<br />

Capitol Theatre for a concert, a blues band or Miss Ganny drag show<br />

at a downtown bar, or a café for dessert with local art on display. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> has<br />

become a hub for creative people with amazing talent.<br />

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Why the harmonica? I took piano lessons when I was 10, but<br />

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harmonica, so I tried it and that was it, here I am. I like to push<br />

the boundaries of what it can do.<br />

Most surprising sound? Bagpipes. More like a parlour trick.<br />

How did you get so good? Juno nominations, two golds at the world harmonica<br />

championship… I have a stubborn energy. I’ve stuck it out with luck, opportunity and hard<br />

work. And I absolutely love playing it. The best part is getting to share it with the audience.<br />

What brought you here? It’s a pretty town. Real estate is a lot cheaper than downtown<br />

Toronto where I grew up. I love old buildings. I live in an 1845 cottage on the river. My studio is<br />

my living room.<br />

Standout moment? Opening for Ray Charles in 2003. Back in the day when folks were<br />

still buying CDs, I sold out of the 150 CDs I had with me in the 20-minute break between my<br />

set and his.<br />

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CHRISTINE BENSON<br />

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Tell us about your arts studio. My husband Mike and I recently<br />

moved and restored an old log cabin from the 1850s.<br />

We moved it to our backyard as our new studio.<br />

We call it the Cabin. Our summer program for kids will still be at<br />

the old mill in town.<br />

You are a very creative couple. Mike teaches guitar<br />

and he’s in a couple local bands, Garage Dog and the Soul<br />

Shakers’ Union. My specialty is printmaking. I have a children’s<br />

book that I’ve written and illustrated coming out in <strong>2019</strong>.<br />

Best part of teaching art? Being curious. I teach a<br />

homeschool group of 15 kids, ages five to 12. We experimented<br />

with painting and talked about Picasso and van Gogh. They asked why he cut his ear off! I love<br />

the free exchange of ideas.<br />

Why <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>? I grew up here and worked in Smith’s Creek Antiques, my parents’ store.<br />

I’ve lived in cities, but it’s great to be in a small town. You feel very supported and there is a<br />

nice network of like-minded people.<br />

DEBBIE BEATTIE<br />

CRITICAL MASS ART | criticalmassart.com<br />

What is Critical Mass Art? We bring contemporary art into the community so people can learn<br />

about art through participation. We do pop-up events and installations. We worked on the<br />

salmon migration project and created the salmon flags out of sailcloth for Lent’s Lane and<br />

over the pool at the Jack Burger complex. There were<br />

500 participants and elementary schools involved.<br />

Recent Projects? Giant puppet-making for the<br />

November candlelight walk into Memorial Park. It’s<br />

like an immersive art installation. I love the element<br />

of surprise and the feedback from the community.<br />

The beauty of art is the emotional response to get<br />

people talking.<br />

What brought you to town? We just had a baby<br />

and wanted to move to a smaller town. We had<br />

friends here. We came for the Float Your Fanny race<br />

and we fell in love with <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>.<br />

Best part of living here? It’s one of the friendliest<br />

places. People are so welcoming. My husband’s a<br />

painter and graphic designer. I’ve always advocated<br />

for the arts. This is a place where you create your own<br />

opportunities and job prospects.<br />

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<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

and District<br />

Chamber of Commerce<br />

58 Queen St.,<br />

porthopechamber.com<br />

Brenda Whitehead, CEO<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> businesses are a close-knit and thriving<br />

part of the community, bringing people to town, and<br />

making the most of the proud heritage feel, unique<br />

local offerings and all-out friendliness the community<br />

is known for.<br />

That’s thanks, in part, to the dedicated work of people<br />

like Brenda Whitehead, CEO of the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> and<br />

District of Chamber of Commerce. She’s the driving<br />

force for the Chamber’s board of directors and<br />

heading toward 200 members. The organization<br />

is one of the oldest chambers, marking its 145th<br />

anniversary this July. It has a long history of advocacy<br />

for businesses, and a strong partnership with both<br />

the Municipality and the Heritage Business<br />

Improvement Area.<br />

“People feel valued here, they’re not just a number,”<br />

Brenda says of the willingness to participate and<br />

pitch-in. “People are really engaged in the community.”<br />

And it’s a community she’s very proud to serve. “I love<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. We have the ‘grow local, eat local, buy<br />

local’ all right here at our doorstep. It’s like a hidden<br />

alcove with unique shops and high-level customer<br />

service.” You can enjoy a beautiful afternoon tea at<br />

Summerhill Manor downtown and then walk right<br />

across the street to Thrill of the Find for vintage couture,<br />

including Chanel collector pieces.<br />

“We have businesses like Primitive Designs and<br />

Haute Goat that work hard to bring visitors to our<br />

community,” she says. “The Capitol Theatre, the most<br />

well-preserved main street, agricultural heritage and<br />

businesses throughout create an environment that<br />

spins into business success.”<br />

Chamber members run the Taste of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> dining<br />

event to raise funds for the Northumberland United<br />

“I love <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. We have the ‘grow local,<br />

eat local, buy local’ all right here at our<br />

doorstep. It’s like a hidden alcove with unique<br />

shops and high-level customer service.”<br />

- Brenda Whitehead, CEO<br />

Way. They have networking breakfasts dedicated<br />

to women in business and social events for the<br />

growing number of professional entrepreneurs<br />

under 40.<br />

Located across from the Town Hall on Queen Street,<br />

the Chamber is also highly visible to tourists. It runs<br />

the Service Ontario office, so visitors can easily pick<br />

up a fishing licence or renew their driver’s licence.<br />

“We like to say, if you want to fish in the Ganaraska,<br />

just walk across the river to our office to get your<br />

licence,” Brenda says. “We want to be accessible<br />

to people, whether you want to know where to find<br />

a certain business, a good place for lunch, or the<br />

best doughnuts in town.” (Hint: you’ll have to come<br />

in and ask where to get them!)<br />

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Dalewood Golf Club<br />

7465 Dale Rd.,<br />

dalewood.ca<br />

Brad Pemberton<br />

What’s a getaway without a good round of golf<br />

under a sunny blue sky? Dalewood Golf Club<br />

has a championship-level course in the beautiful<br />

countryside, beginner clinics, chip and sip ladies’<br />

nights and a really welcoming vibe for everyone who<br />

wants to play, says head golf pro Brad Pemberton.<br />

“What’s great is that it’s more of a flat course on<br />

what used to be a farm, so you can get out and<br />

enjoy the walk.” Dalewood is also the perfect venue<br />

for people to relax in the clubhouse for a meal, or<br />

celebrate an anniversary or wedding and reception.<br />

(The groomsmen can play golf while the bridal party<br />

gets ready for the ceremony!) Packages include<br />

accommodations at Cobblestone Farm and spa<br />

treatments at Fieldstone Spa, both just up the road.<br />

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Debbie Nightingale<br />

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Haute Goat<br />

1166 5th Line,<br />

Newtonville<br />

hautegoat.com<br />

Ever hold a baby goat in your arms? Your heart will melt!<br />

Hanging out with the animals at Haute Goat Farm and<br />

B&B is just that simple. Hosts Debbie Nightingale and<br />

Shain Jaffe offer unique experiences for people to come<br />

and be “One with the Herd.” They also have Huacaya<br />

alpacas, Icelandic horses, 20 exotic chickens and a<br />

big goofy mule named Lucy Mae. “It’s all about being<br />

in nature, being with animals,” Debbie says. “You can’t<br />

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help but feel good.” New this spring is the Screaming<br />

Goat Café with fresh-picked goodness from the kitchen<br />

garden (goats at Haute have so much fun with visitors “It’s all about being in nature, being with<br />

they scream with delight), giant checker matches, animals. You can’t help but feel good.”<br />

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CHOOSE YOUR<br />

ADVENTURE<br />

E<br />

UNIQUELY PORT HOPE<br />

It’s always the weekend (or so it feels)! There’s time for fun and relaxation, sleeping<br />

in and lingering over coffee at Dreamers, or rising super-early for sunrise Spraoi<br />

yoga on a paddleboard on the lake. Your weekend, just the way you like it. Here’s<br />

our top list of 21 <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> discoveries to suit your style. Come visit!<br />

2 EXPLORE TRAILS ON HORSEBACK<br />

Saddle up and ride through the forest and<br />

farmland at family-run Trickle Creek Farms.<br />

Gorgeous views and beautiful horses.<br />

tricklecreekfarms.com<br />

FOR THE<br />

BOLD ADVENTURER<br />

1 SWING THROUGH<br />

THE TREETOPS<br />

Photo by Karen Mak [www.stenoodie.com]<br />

Climb up to 70 feet above the forest<br />

floor and feel like a superhero on the<br />

aerial courses at Treetop Trekking in the<br />

Ganaraska Forest. The park is home to<br />

Timberwolf, the most challenging course<br />

in Ontario. treetoptrekking.com/parks/<br />

ganaraska/<br />

3 TEST YOUR DOWN DOG<br />

ON A PADDLEBOARD<br />

Yoga on a paddleboard is a full body and<br />

mind challenge. Stoke your senses and<br />

sense of balance on the lake with Spraoi<br />

Yoga. spraoiyoga.ca<br />

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4 RACE ON THE MIGHTY<br />

GANARASKA RIVER<br />

Kayak, canoe or build your crazy craft<br />

to paddle the river in the 10-kilometre<br />

race that commemorates the 1980<br />

flood. Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny!<br />

floatyourfanny.ca<br />

5 SPIKE YOUR ENDORPHINS<br />

BY SNOWSHOE<br />

Kick old man winter with your snowshoes<br />

!<br />

for a heart-pumping workout through<br />

the Ganaraska Forest. Rentals available.<br />

ganaraskaforestcentre.ca<br />

FOR THE<br />

CULTURE CRAVER<br />

6 TAKE A SELFIE TOUR<br />

OF IT FILM SPOTS<br />

Head to the bandshell in Memorial Park<br />

and other spots for a self-guided tour of<br />

locations featured in the adaptation of<br />

Stephen King’s horror classic IT. Brochure at<br />

the Tourism Office, 20 Queen St.<br />

7 SHMURGLE AT<br />

HAUTE GOAT FARM<br />

Photo by Grace Yeung [www.gracelisamay.com]<br />

Hike and play with the Nigerian Dwarf<br />

goats and alpacas at Debbie and Shain’s<br />

200-acre farm. Yes, the experience is<br />

officially called a shmurgle! Haute Goat<br />

also offers goat yoga classes and goat milk<br />

caramel popcorn. hautegoat.com<br />

8 SEE A FARLEY MOWAT<br />

FIRST EDITION<br />

The iconic author and environmentalist is<br />

celebrated at the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Public Library,<br />

where Farley’s Lookout displays a bronze<br />

bust, first editions and photographs.<br />

Note to book-lovers: the Library has<br />

a new branch, the Hub, in Canton.<br />

porthopepubliclibrary.ca<br />

9 TRAVEL THE BARN QUILT TRAIL<br />

See the barn tiles painted by local<br />

artists that honour the farmers and the<br />

community’s agricultural roots. The<br />

ROM did a coach tour of the trail in<br />

2018, so watch for ROM tours in <strong>2019</strong>.<br />

barnquilttrailph.com<br />

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10 WALK THROUGH WESLEYVILLE<br />

The ghost town on winding Lakeshore Road<br />

was once a bustling village with a sawmill,<br />

farms, a brewery, and three taverns (one<br />

also housed the post office). You’ll see the<br />

old school house, and thanks to dedicated<br />

volunteers, the church has been restored<br />

and you can walk through the graveyard.<br />

wesleyvillevillage.com<br />

11 TASTE THE PORT HOPE<br />

COOKIE<br />

Roger Bernard created the town’s signature<br />

Crazy Cookie that he sells at his Dreamers<br />

Café. The cookie is an over-the-top<br />

combination of caramel, chocolate<br />

and pecans. dreamerscafe.ca<br />

FOR THE<br />

WELLNESS SEEKER<br />

12 WALK THE LABYRINTH<br />

IN THE LAVENDER<br />

Meditate and breathe in the serenityinducing<br />

lavender while you walk the<br />

labyrinth at Laveanne Lavender Fields.<br />

Take home the lavender body cream.<br />

laveanne.ca<br />

13 FEED THE BIRDS ALONG<br />

THE BOARDWALK<br />

The chickadees and nuthatches will<br />

land on your open palms if you bring<br />

them birdseed. Commune with nature on<br />

the shoreline boardwalk at the east side<br />

of town.<br />

14 GET A FRESH PERSPECTIVE<br />

AT RICHARDSON’S LOOKOUT<br />

Bike or drive north into the hills to see the<br />

incredible view from this favourite lookout<br />

at Richardson’s Conversation Area just west<br />

of Garden Hill. Transformative! grca.on.ca/<br />

conservation-areas-richardsons/<br />

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15 BOOST YOUR ANTIOXIDANTS<br />

AT ELECTRIC JUICE<br />

Experience the Afterglow raw juice power<br />

of pineapple, cucumber, lemon and ginger.<br />

There’s so many inspiring fresh juices to try.<br />

electricjuicefactory.com<br />

FOR THE AVID<br />

INSTAGRAMMER<br />

16 INSTAGRAM THE CATS<br />

AT TOE BEANS<br />

Cat ladies and animal lovers must visit this<br />

unique coffee shop to play with the resident<br />

cats and their pals. Toe Beans has partnered<br />

with the Northumberland Humane Society<br />

and other local rescues to foster cats for<br />

adoption. toebeanscafe.com<br />

17 EAT LIKE GREEK GODS<br />

Olympus Burger has Food Network cred<br />

for fresh, handcrafted burgers named for<br />

the Greek gods of the pantheon, thanks<br />

to owner George Kallonakis. If you sign a<br />

waiver, you can try the Labour of Hercules.<br />

olympusburger.ca<br />

18 TRY QUEENIES CUPCAKES<br />

Sugary fabulousness is everywhere at<br />

Queenies. The magically-frosted cupcakes<br />

are perfect for Instagram envy. queeniesbake-shop.business.site<br />

19 DRIVE THE ROLLING HILLS<br />

Ever go for a country drive? The hills and<br />

quiet roads take you to farm markets and<br />

general stores. Suggested routes found<br />

here: visitporthope.ca/driving-tours<br />

20 WATCH THE SUNSET<br />

OVER THE LAKE<br />

Photo-worthy memories that last.<br />

Document yours at the east or west beach<br />

where you can swim or just hang out on<br />

the sand.<br />

21 GET CLOSE TO THE COWS<br />

Cows up close are big-eyed beauties.<br />

Come say hello and take some pics at the<br />

Osland Family Farm (where you get farmfresh<br />

eggs, too!). Get a taste of farm life.<br />

5029 County Rd. 2<br />

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Photo by Karen Mak [www.stenoodie.com]<br />

AN ICY RIVER RACE<br />

TO MARK THE1980 FLOOD<br />

FLOAT YOUR FANNY DOWN THE GANNY | APRIL 13, <strong>2019</strong><br />

www.floatyourfanny.ca<br />

Get your wetsuit on and grab your paddle! Come join the wildest river race and float<br />

down the mighty Ganaraska River and over the rapids to the finish line. This is <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s<br />

rite of spring every April, a 10-kilometre paddle for kayaks, canoes and more than 60<br />

homemade “crazy crafts” in the Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny race. It commemorates<br />

the big flood of 1980, when the river rose and flooded the downtown streets. Hundreds of<br />

people helped to clean up the aftermath.<br />

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Now in its 37th year, this race is not one for the weak of heart—all manner of silliness prevails<br />

with water guns, tipsy boats and some very wet competitors. “It is such an amazing race<br />

because of the uniqueness,” says Barrileigh Price, who co-chairs the event with her dad, Barry<br />

“The Bare” Adamson. “The crazy crafts and crazy river race have been going on long before it<br />

was the “in” thing to do something extreme. Long before it was cool to do something weird.”<br />

Barrileigh was a young kid when the flood happened, but joined the crazy craft race with<br />

her cousins and university friends who she cajoled into signing up. Her dad was a longtime<br />

crewman on the popular <strong>Port</strong> Britain Pops craft (made from 350 recycled pop bottles<br />

encased in orange snow fencing), so she brought her own ingenuity to boating. Her first entry,<br />

Pretty In Pink, was a cow watering trough, painted pink, with a 5-lb bucket upside-down tied<br />

underneath to keep it floating.<br />

“It did not float well, and three of us crammed into this washbasin-type craft. By the time we<br />

got to the portage, we had very numb legs from the water coming in—we all dressed<br />

in fluorescent pink, with a big bonnet or something, and won best costume,” she says. “We<br />

were never fast!”<br />

Now as an organizer, she helps launch the crazy crafts at the Sylvan Glen start. She sees<br />

many capsize but regain their fighting spirit and carry on to ride the river, albeit more than a<br />

little wet. While regular canoes and kayaks have a bit easier time of things, the crazy crafts<br />

depend on good design. They need to be light enough to portage around the too-shallow<br />

spots on the river and secure enough that they don’t fall apart. Which happens!<br />

“The crazy crafts and wonky river race has been going on long before it<br />

was the “in” thing to do something extreme. Long before it was cool to do<br />

something weird.” – Barrileigh Price<br />

Along with the river antics, there’s ‘Fannyville’ near the finish where the thousands of<br />

spectators that line the river banks can get food truck eats and support charity fundraisers<br />

like the Knights of Columbus barbecue. There’s also a Kid Zone with a covered tent with crafts,<br />

face painting and bouncy castles for the little ones. This is a full-on family event that’s become<br />

legendary in these parts.<br />

And if your paddle gets lost during the race, not to worry. Barrileigh stores a collection of<br />

unclaimed ones every year in her garage.<br />

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Photo by Grace Yeung [www.gracelisamay.com]<br />

NATURAL WONDER!<br />

WATCH THE SALMON JUMP UPSTREAM<br />

ANNUAL SALMON MIGRATION | SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER <strong>2019</strong><br />

We love our coastal lifestyle and weekend feel, and time spent appreciating the nature<br />

that surrounds us. The Ganaraska River that runs through our town is a very special river.<br />

It’s one of the healthiest rivers in Ontario, populated with wild, naturally reproducing fish.<br />

And with the recent additional stocking of Atlantic salmon that are native to<br />

Lake Ontario, through conservation programs, the river’s ecosystem is thriving.<br />

It’s certainly a waterway of beauty and joy for locals and visitors who come<br />

from all over to see the salmon take on the current and swim north upstream<br />

to breed. Their natal homing instinct drives them to return to the same<br />

streams they hatched in as young fish.<br />

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Spectators gather on the river banks in late summer through to early October, taking photos<br />

and marveling at nature’s unstoppable power. About 5,000 to 10,000 chinook and silvery<br />

coho salmon come to the fish ladder at Corbett’s Dam every year (officially called the<br />

Ganaraska River Fishway). Some don’t make it over on the first try and there’s a lot of happy<br />

cheering when they do succeed.<br />

And there are knowledgeable, dedicated volunteers at the fish ladder to help keep things<br />

in order, including the infrared monitoring system that records the numbers of fish and their<br />

health while running video surveillance of every fish that goes through.<br />

“It’s a remarkable river and a very high quality habitat for fish.”<br />

– Colin Lake<br />

Some people come every weekend during the salmon migration to see the action. “It’s a<br />

remarkable river and a very high quality habitat for fish,” says Colin Lake, a biologist with the<br />

Lake Ontario Management Unit at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The longest<br />

chinook through the counter to date was 125 cm (almost 50 inches), and larger salmon<br />

can weigh more than 40 lbs. The ministry has monitored the fish at the ladder since 1974, first<br />

counting and measuring the fish by hand.<br />

Understanding migration timing and patterns is critical to evaluate the success of restoration<br />

efforts, like the eggs taken from some of the females as they pass through the fish ladder<br />

to grow fish for stocking, Colin explains. The data gives the ministry an index of the species<br />

population status in Lake Ontario.<br />

“We have a real appreciation of the fish community and the environment, and look at the<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> watershed and how it’s changing,” says Colin. “The Great Lakes are really important<br />

to our way of life. The health of the lake, and the fish, is a good indicator of the health of<br />

the environment.”<br />

Mural by Mique Michelle [www.miquemichelle.com]<br />

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TRACTOR PULLS<br />

& HONEY BEES<br />

PORT HOPE FAIR | SEPTEMBER 13-15, <strong>2019</strong><br />

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Roland Bowman has about 15 tractors collected on his farm. They’re real-deal vintage<br />

tractors like the kind he used to ride on with his dad when he was little to help out with haying<br />

and planting. He has restored them and every year, he brings a couple to the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair<br />

for the antique tractor races and parade that follows the heavy horse teams. He keeps them<br />

out for show with the <strong>Hope</strong> Agricultural Heritage Club display.<br />

“You’ve got to be interested in old tractors,” he says of the heritage event at the annual<br />

September fair. “For some of us older guys, it takes us back to working on the farm as kids. You<br />

know, it’s a good life, farming. And it’s been good to raise my boys on the farm.”<br />

For Bowman, who has farmed his 70 acres in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> for 40 years, the fair is a community’s<br />

proud tribute to its agriculture roots. Settlers first cleared the land here in the early 1800s,<br />

planted crops and raised cattle. Bowman grows wheat and soybeans, and breeds Angus<br />

cattle and sheep, which got his three sons<br />

“For some of us older guys,<br />

interested in the local 4-H clubs growing up. His<br />

it takes us back to working on youngest son who lives at home has beehives (and<br />

the farm as kids. You know, a job off the farm). You’ll see his cut comb honey in<br />

it’s a good life, farming.” – the honey competition at the fair. Bowman’s wife<br />

Roland Bowman<br />

Charlene enters her jams and needlework. Bowman<br />

has helped run the farm and field crops competition<br />

and others since the mid-1970s. “I’ve just always been involved. The fair’s grown, there’s so<br />

much going on. It’s an education for people.”<br />

And it is an interactive education, with<br />

sheep herding and sheep-shearing<br />

demos, horse shows, competitions for<br />

home baking, preserves and apple pies.<br />

The <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair, one of Canada’s<br />

longest running fairs, is marking its 188th<br />

year of bringing urbanites and rural<br />

residents together for a community<br />

celebration in the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Agricultural<br />

Park on Elgin Street South at Ward Street.<br />

There’s live music, date night, axethrowing<br />

and a carnival midway with<br />

darts and duck ponds to test your skills—and classic rides like the Tea Cup and the Scrambler<br />

to test your stomach. Don’t miss the corn dogs!<br />

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TIME TO<br />

CHEER,<br />

TIME TO<br />

CULTIVATE: A FESTIVAL OF FOOD AND DRINK<br />

SEPTEMBER 20-22, <strong>2019</strong><br />

SHARE<br />

If you want to celebrate local—who doesn’t really?—this is the festival for you! It’s harvest<br />

season, so the best of food, drink, art and culture congregates in downtown <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s<br />

Memorial Park for a long weekend-full of incredible craft beer, wine, cheese, dips, burgers<br />

and bagels. And kids under 12 are free!<br />

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And it’s not just food (try the home-whipped Ruby’s cotton candy and Rey Ray’s tacos) and<br />

drink, there’s round the clock music (the last two years, kids’ entertainer Fred Penner had<br />

the crowd cheering), kids’ crafting, graffiti artists, hen-keeping workshops, poets writing on<br />

demand and downward dogs on display. It’s one of those “we’ve got it all” kind of festivals<br />

that you don’t want to miss.<br />

Did we mention butter tarts? There’s a butter tart taste-off with 20 bakers and a Cultivate<br />

marketplace open to everyone along the street and river banks outside the festival.<br />

Come sample!<br />

“It’s this intersection of food and music and booze, and it’s all local.<br />

We share it, celebrate and eat.” – Tony Armstrong<br />

“It’s this intersection of food and music and booze, and it’s all local. We share it, celebrate<br />

and eat,” says Tony Armstrong of Headwaters Community Farm. He and his wife, Linda, and<br />

farm crew co-hosted the launch event for the 2018 festival, the long table dinner. Eight chefs<br />

made eight courses for the outdoor feast held at the farm at one very long table for strangers<br />

to become friends. Headwaters paired with local Foragers Farms to serve a salad course with<br />

swiss chard, kale and roasted root veg with a sumac and honey dressing, along with a cold<br />

sumac and honey drink.<br />

“We’re surrounded by sumac and we drink a lot of sumac tea,” Armstrong says of his<br />

permaculture farm. Permaculture is all about developing agricultural ecosystems to be<br />

sustainable and self-sufficient. It’s the way of the future, if we do things right, to manage<br />

the demands of the world’s growing population.<br />

“We grew up camping and caring for nature, so our farm encompasses<br />

that,” he says. The farm produces a lot of the food they need, and Headwaters<br />

has become a popular place for cooking classes,<br />

yoga retreats and the kind of fresh thinking<br />

that sets Cultivate apart as a unique<br />

farm-to- festival interactive event.<br />

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Ready for some fun? Here are noteworthy highlights of events to float<br />

your boat (down the Ganaraska River) this year. For the full listing, head<br />

to www.visitporthope.ca/calendar<br />

MARCH | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

23 GRCA’S MAPLE SYRUP DAY<br />

A celebration of all things maple syrup. Participate in tours of Maple Valley, demonstrations in the Sugar Shack,<br />

games and stories around the campfire, crafts in the Seminar Room, and we can’t forget the live music<br />

and pancake feast in the Great Hall! Tickets for this event are to be purchased at the Gatehouse upon arrival at<br />

the Ganaraska Forest Centre. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 905.885.8173, www.grca.on.ca<br />

APRIL | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

13 FLOAT YOUR FANNY DOWN THE GANNY<br />

10km race along the Ganaraska River to commemorate the 1980 flood that wreaked havoc on <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s<br />

downtown. Enjoy entertainment, food vendors and a kids’ crafts-and-play area, and take a short walk to shopping<br />

and eateries. Participants can register online. 1.888.767.8467, www.floatyourfanny.ca<br />

ALL YEAR HAUTE GOAT SHMURGLE<br />

Experience the opportunity to pet, hug, cuddle and enjoy the company of goats! Shmurgle events are held on<br />

weekends throughout the year, check our calendar for dates. 1166 5th Line. 416.402.8144, www.hautegoat.com<br />

MAY | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

MAY-OCT PORT HOPE FARMERS MARKET<br />

Open for the season, every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. behind Town Hall, and Wednesday afternoons from<br />

noon to 5 p.m. at the Home Hardware parking lot on Toronto Road. 905.396.9832, www.porthopefarmersmarket.ca<br />

12 MOTHER’S DAY OPEN HOUSE AT HAUTE GOAT<br />

Welcome the first <strong>2019</strong> babies at Haute Goat Farm! Celebrate all mothers (yours and the goats’). 1166 5th Line,<br />

<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. 11am-3pm., 416.402.8144, www.hautegoat.com<br />

JUNE | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

1 HEROES HIGHWAY RIDE<br />

Annual motorcycle ride in support of those who serve and have served our country. The procession will arrive<br />

in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> at about noon. Check out the public event in Memorial Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,<br />

www.heroeshighwayride.ca<br />

1-2 HOPE AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE CLUB, ANTIQUE MACHINERY CENTRE OPEN HOUSE<br />

Includes antique tractor & car show, wagon rides and refreshments. Free admission.10 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br />

5077 County Rd. 10, <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>, www.hahclub.com<br />

7-8 GANARASKA 250: VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE ROAD RALLY<br />

A vintage motorcycle reliability run that celebrates the use of vintage and classic motorcycles and scooters.<br />

Town Park Recreation Centre, 62 McCaul Street, www.ganaraska250.ca<br />

15 PORT HOPE GARDEN TOUR<br />

June 15 Beautiful country gardens in <strong>Hope</strong> Township. Funds raised will support the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Heritage Foundation.<br />

Tickets $25. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information on where to purchase tickets on our website. www.visitporthope.ca<br />

29 MULTICULTURAL DAY<br />

Celebrating the cultures of Northumberland through music, food, dance & crafts. Memorial Park. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<br />

30 MOVIES IN THE PARK<br />

A kick-off to Canada Day events! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join us in Memorial Park for an outdoor<br />

movie (film TBA). Free event. 1.888.767.8467, www.visitporthope.ca<br />

JULY | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

1 PORT HOPE CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS<br />

Join us for the parade, live music, classic car and antique machinery show, refreshment gardens and a spectacular<br />

fireworks display., 1.888.767.8467, www.visitporthope.ca<br />

1-31 LAVENDER BLOSSOM FESTIVAL AT LAVEANNE<br />

Experience the lavender fields in full bloom throughout the month of July. Tour the fields, enjoy lavender-inspired<br />

cuisine, and shop a variety of artisanal products. 8667 Gilmour Rd., Campbellcroft, 705.201.1545<br />

4,11, PORT HOPE SUMMER BANDSHELL CONCERT SERIES<br />

18, 25 Free outdoor blues, jazz, rock & roll, country, pipes and Dixieland. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Thursday evening in July<br />

and August in Memorial Park. 289.251.2194, holtontheflorist@gmail.com<br />

5 PORT HOPE FISHING DERBY<br />

Families with children aged 17 & under are invited for a morning full of fun fishing! 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

Marina Fish Cleaning Station, 95 Mill St. S., 905.885.8173, info@grca.on.ca, www.grca.on.ca<br />

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Outdoor movies in Memorial Park, showtime at dusk. Bring a blanket and lawn chair, and enjoy a family movie<br />

under the stars (titles TBA). Rain Venue: <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair Centre, 62 McCaul St., 905.885.2004, 1.888.767.8467,<br />

www.visitporthope.ca<br />

19-20 ANNUAL SIDEWALK SALE<br />

Merchants display their goods in downtown <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. Score some sweet deals! 905.885.2004, www.visitporthope.ca<br />

AUGUST | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

14 MOVIES IN THE PARK<br />

Outdoor movies in Memorial Park, showtime at dusk. Bring a blanket and lawn chair, and enjoy a family movie<br />

under the stars (titles TBA). Rain Venue: <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair Centre, 62 McCaul St., 905.885.2004, 1.888.767.8467,<br />

www.visitporthope.ca<br />

1,8,15 PORT HOPE SUMMER BANDSHELL CONCERT SERIES<br />

22, 29 Free outdoor blues, jazz, rock & roll, country, pipes and Dixieland. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Thursday evening in July<br />

and August in Memorial Park. 289.251.2194, holtontheflorist@gmail.com<br />

10 ANNUAL ARTS FESTIVAL<br />

Returning to the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Farmer’s Market, art and artisan vendors from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with Canadian-made<br />

products behind Town Hall. Entertainment and activities for the kids in Memorial Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br />

905.885.2004, www.visitporthope.ca<br />

10 GRCA’S LEARN TO FISH DAY<br />

Join Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority’s Watershed Biologist for a fun and educational morning learning<br />

how to fish at Garden Hill Conservation Area. Learn how to rig, bait and cast a fishing rod, identify local fish species<br />

and fish safely and sustainably. $15+ HST per participant. Call GRCA to pre-register 905.885.8173, www.grca.on.ca<br />

SEPTEMBER | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

7-8 NORTHUMBERLAND HILLS STUDIO TOUR<br />

Self-guided tour of artist studios in Northumberland County, with several located in <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. Free admission.<br />

Hours and locations here: www.northumberlandstudiotour.ca<br />

13-15 PORT HOPE FAIR<br />

Agricultural demonstrations, farm animals, demolition derby, live entertainment and a midway! <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong><br />

Agricultural Park, Elgin Street South at Ward Street. 905.396.FAIR (3247), www.porthopefair.com<br />

13-15 CULTIVATE: A FESTIVAL OF FOOD AND DRINK<br />

A Three day, family friendly, farm-to-festival celebration of local food, drink, art and culture in downtown <strong>Port</strong><br />

<strong>Hope</strong>! Dozens of local food vendors, craft beer, wine and spirits, live art installations, culinary workshops, 60 vendor<br />

marketplace and the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Taste Off! Kids 12 and Under are always free!<br />

Memorial Park. info@cultivatefestival.ca, www.cultivatefestival.ca<br />

27-29 VINTAGE FILM FESTIVAL AT THE CAPITOL THEATRE<br />

Event weekend with gala reception and screenings of old, silent films starring Mary Pickford, Erich von Stroheim<br />

or Douglas Fairbanks, to talkies and musicals. Details and tickets at www.vintagefilmfestival.ca<br />

28 HOPE AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE CLUB, ANTIQUE MACHINERY CENTRE OPEN HOUSE<br />

Includes antique tractor & car show, wagon rides and refreshments. Free admission.10 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br />

5077 County Rd. 10, <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>. www.hahclub.com<br />

OCTOBER | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

5 54TH ANNUAL PORT HOPE HOUSE TOUR<br />

Visit homes with unique historic and contemporary architecture! Presented by the Architectural Conservancy<br />

of Ontario, <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Branch. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 905.885.7929, acoporthope@gmail.com, www.acoporthope.ca<br />

26 GHOSTLY VISIT AT WESLEYVILLE<br />

Halloween scare in the Haunted Forest! Games and family fun, marshmallow roast, popcorn and homemade<br />

treats. Kids 13 and under $5 each. Family of up to 5 $10. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets at the scary entrance.<br />

2082 Lakeshore Rd.<br />

26 TOE BEANS CAT CAFÉ CAT COSTUME PARTY<br />

Spooky treats and prizes for the best cat costume! Great photo opportunities with adoptable and resident cats<br />

in Halloween costumes! Minimum spend to enter the cat room applies., 905.800.1050, www.toebeanscafe.com<br />

NOVEMBER | HIGHLIGHTS<br />

TBD THE CAPITOL THEATRE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AND TREES<br />

Thousands of lights and beautifully decorated Christmas trees to be won by raffle. 1.800.434.5092<br />

www.capitoltheatre.com, *final dates TBA<br />

29 MOONLIGHT MADNESS<br />

The best deals before Christmas and stores are open late! Streets are bustling with shoppers.<br />

29 CANDLELIGHT FESTIVAL<br />

The Candlelight Festival includes an illuminated procession and carol sing down <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>’s main street, lighting<br />

of the bandshell, unveiling of the Christmas tile, art installations, an outdoor market, festive food and moonlight<br />

shopping! 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., 905.885.2004, www.visitporthope.ca<br />

30 83RD ANNUAL PORT HOPE SANTA CLAUS PARADE<br />

Floats, bands and Santa Claus! Parade starts at corner of Rideout and Bramley Streets and travels down Walton<br />

Street to Town Hall. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., 905.885.4348, www.porthopesantaclausparade.ca<br />

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COASTAL LIVING<br />

Ever wondered what would<br />

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Highway 401? You’ll discover<br />

cute towns and quirky stops along<br />

the coast, art studios and farm<br />

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sandy beaches, that you<br />

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<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> is a place to recharge and<br />

reconnect, put away your phone for an<br />

hour or two (yes you can!). We’re on the<br />

lake, and the Ganaraska River flows right<br />

through the downtown core. You can<br />

walk by the river up to the fish ladder and<br />

conservation areas for good places to<br />

picnic and watch for owls.<br />

THE NORTHUMBERLAND COAST.<br />

THIS IS WHERE THE<br />

LIVING IS GOOD!<br />

We’re known for Victorian heritage<br />

architecture and celebrating our roots, our<br />

Capitol Theatre and our connection to<br />

the land. Head out on the country roads<br />

and see the farms and hand-painted barn<br />

tiles on the Barn Quilt Trail that decorate<br />

the barns to recognize the hardworking<br />

farmers and their families.<br />

You stay at a country inn and drink up<br />

the quiet and the craft beer. This is where<br />

life gets simple. Get off the 401 and on to<br />

County Road 2. Travel the Northumberland<br />

Coast and you’ll find beautiful <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>.<br />

Bring your swimsuit and your friends.<br />

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Here’s the thing: our town is not far from<br />

Toronto, when you want to be there, and<br />

yet it is not like any commuter community<br />

you’ll ever find. We’ve got one of the<br />

prettiest downtowns you will ever see, and<br />

one of the best food and music festivals<br />

in Ontario. The dining is amazing. The<br />

shopping is a delight. And the nightlife<br />

rocks—whether you are at a restaurant or<br />

by the water listening to the waves and<br />

looking at the stars.


TOP 5 REASONS TO MOVE HERE<br />

AFFORDABILITY<br />

Home ownership isn’t out of reach. In fact,<br />

property could be considered a bargain.<br />

This is where you can buy a house with a<br />

driveway and a backyard. In another five<br />

to 10 years, people will be competing for<br />

property, so now’s the time! Plus, we’ve got<br />

the amenities like great schools, including<br />

world-renowned Trinity College School,<br />

parks, ball fields, forest trails and the lake.<br />

Need we say more?<br />

A SHORT DRIVE TO TORONTO<br />

We’re only a little over an hour away from<br />

Toronto or you can take an express Via<br />

Rail train and get there even quicker. Even<br />

though we’re that close, we don’t feel like<br />

one of those commuter towns in the GTA<br />

NO TRAFFIC<br />

You definitely don’t have to factor<br />

in an hour to get around <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong>.<br />

There’s no rush hour. So you won’t have<br />

the annoyances of traffic (or tension<br />

headaches). You can even drive with the<br />

windows down to enjoy the fresh air.<br />

NO LONG LINEUPS —<br />

FOR ANYTHING!<br />

While the pace is slower and more relaxing,<br />

you won’t need to wait long at the<br />

grocery checkout or the local Starbucks.<br />

Say goodbye to those lengthy lines at the<br />

municipal offices to get your driver’s<br />

licence renewed.<br />

STRONG COMMUNITY<br />

Photo by Adam Pearson<br />

There’s a great community spirit that we<br />

celebrate in a big way with events like the<br />

famous Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny<br />

river race and the <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Hope</strong> Fair. But you’ll<br />

feel it every day. Locals like to pitch in and<br />

help each other out. We take part in toy<br />

drives and charity runs, and cheer for our<br />

kids at the hockey rink. We see people we<br />

know at the farmers market or grocery store<br />

and stop to chat. And we smile more.<br />

Please note that all information contained in this publication is believed to be accurate and complete at the time<br />

of printing. Since much of this information is subject to change, we assume no liability for any damages or loss arising<br />

from errors, omissions or information given in any of the enclosed advertisements or listings included in this publication.<br />

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