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 />
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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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port hope feature<br />
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 />
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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 />
Dwellissimo
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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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Bundle dinner,<br />
horseback riding<br />
or tree climbing<br />
adventure with your<br />
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or Woodland Gardens<br />
for a great deal.<br />
GOLDEN<br />
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Seeing at show at the<br />
Capitol Theatre is a<br />
wonderful experience!<br />
When you book<br />
tickets, ask about<br />
our Golden Ticket<br />
program for special<br />
offers at participating<br />
hotels, shops and<br />
restaurants.<br />
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 />
Ganaraska River in 1859.<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 />
manager has darts or soccer on, you can change<br />
the channel!)<br />
“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 />
team work hard for that reputation. Because it means<br />
something, especially in a small community where<br />
customers become friends and the people that work<br />
for Matthew are like family.<br />
“We’re dog-friendly. And a lot of my employees have<br />
been with me for years,” he says. There’s a sense<br />
of camaraderie and friendly atmosphere that you<br />
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whose wife later joined the team in the sales<br />
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his expanded roof. Now he’s excited about building<br />
out his talented technician team with new people<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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You give someone an opportunity and they can<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 />
wondering what would have<br />
happened if the hilarious duo<br />
had never split up.<br />
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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Five-Stars!<br />
<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 />
CONCERT SERIES<br />
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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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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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 />
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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 />
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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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Haute Goat<br />
1166 5th Line,<br />
Newtonville<br />
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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 />
Green Fuse Photographs<br />
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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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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THE NORTHUMBERLAND COAST.<br />
THIS IS WHERE THE<br />
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We’re known for Victorian heritage<br />
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tiles on the Barn Quilt Trail that decorate<br />
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You stay at a country inn and drink up<br />
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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 />
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in Ontario. The dining is amazing. The<br />
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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 />
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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 />
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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 />
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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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