Readings by Eight Local Poets will knock your socks off at Artemisia in Westport. Join us August 21, 2011 from 2 to 5 pm.

Eric Folsom, Kingston’s first Poet Laureate and we are delighted to have Eric read from his works. He has also read at the Sleepless Goat and Modern Fuel Gallery in Kingston, as well as on the radio for Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Cafe.

T. Anders Carson, Westport’s Renaissance man supreme. Talented poet and advocate for kid’s soccer, we are delighted to have Anders read again.

Audrey Ogilvie Multi talented poet residing in Westport for the last nine years, Audrey has had two volumes published and is hoping to publish again soon.

Tara Kainer a social activist poet from Kingston, reads to us from her recently first published book When I Think of Your Lives.

Jason Heroux also from Kingston, Jason is returning to Artemisia again this year. Jason has published several books of poetry, and has been published internationally.

Elizabeth Greene, has taught English at Queen’s for a number of years, and has been very active in the literary community, especially in the tribute to Bronwen Wallace held in 2008.

Susan Olding, has been widely published in North America, and has received numerous literary awards.

Jeanette Lynes is a writer of both fiction and poetry and we welcome her to Artemisia’s poetry reading this year.

You don’t want to miss this one so come and meet the poets. During the intermission there will be time to meet and chat with the poets. We will serve tea and scones with cream and jam. We do hope you can join us for this delightful and thoughtful afternoon. Weather permiting, we will hold the reading out on the lawn in the tent, and if you can, please bring a chair. Inclement weather and we will meet inside the gallery.

Artemisia is located at 7 Spring Street, Westport, Ontario.

It’s almost August, and we all know what happens on the fourth weekend of August – The Rideau Valley Art Festival. That’s right, mark your calendars on August 26-28, 2011. The Village of Westport will be packed full of visitors and artists as they all head to the Westport Community Centre for this annual event.

By searching out original works of art by well-known and new artists whose work is juried before acceptance, the Board of Directors ensures high-quality work and a showcase of exceptional talent. Artists will be on hand to answer your questions, and a variety of attractions promise something for everyone.

For more information visit the Art Festival’s official website at: www.rideauvalleyartfestival.com

Mark your calendars for this unique and fun fashion show! The Village Boutique in Westport Ontario is hosting a Fall 2011 Fashion Show. The theme is “SIMPLY, YOU!” and comes from their Simply, You Collection.

Attend the fashion show at the Lions Club Beach House located on Mountain Rd. On August 27, 2011 (same weekend as the Art Festival) from 1:00pm – 3:00pm, enjoy great fashion with door prizes AND a grand prize!!!! Special preview by “Kandy” fashions also located in Westport.

Get your tickets early! Telephone 613-273-3471 or visit the Village Boutique and Kandy for ticket and more information. Donations go to local schools music programs. We would appreciated donations at the door or at Village Boutique prior to the show.

Come out to the annual Show & Shine at the Westport Free Methodist Church on July 30, 2011. Held at 85 Bedford Street, Westport Ontario, this is a classic car lovers paradise. Join us for family fun and your favorite vehicles, trucks and tractors.

The Westport Arts Council Presents the 5th Annual Music Festival in Westport Ontario. This year’s festival will be held Saturday August 13, 2011.

With three outdoor stages a The Cove, SOHO’s, and A Victorian Reflection you can enjoy a day full of music with some of the area’s most exciting talent.

Free Adminssion. Make sure you bring and chair and be prepared for rain or shine. If you wish to see “Miss Emily” at the Cove after-hours the cover is $5.00 and starts at 8pm.

For more information visit www.westportartscouncil.ca.

Bingo is back for the summer! Enjoy a fun evening of Bingo at the Westport Community Centre during the months of July & August. Every Wednesday night starting at 7pm you could be the next winner.

Bingo is sponsored by the Westport Lions Club. Up to $2000 in prized given away every Wednesday, so don’t miss out!

This summer take advantage of the FREE YOGA classes taking place every sunny Saturday at the Westport Farmer’s Market. The Yoga Classes are from 10am-11am. Bring a mat or towel or just show up! If you wish to support the Westport Food Bank, please bring a donation as they will be gratefully accepted.

The Westport Farmer’s Market takes place at 43 Bedford Street, Westport, Ontario (in front of Soho’s) every Saturday until October 8, 2011 from 9am to 1pm.

Yoga is a great form of exercise as it increases strength, flexibility and peace of mind. It involved gentle stretching and is suitable for every body. Add calm tranquillity to your day.

If you are interested in taking Yoga Classes join them at the Lion’s Club Hall or patios!
Classes are on Wednesdays from July 6 – August 3, 2011 starting at 6pm. For more information call Sandy at 613-273-4218 or visit: www.rideaulakesyoga.com.

Join Barbara Carriere for two introductory sessions of her Nia Classes on July 11th at 6pm and July 12th at 9:30am at the Lions Club Beach. Special price of $5/person/class. Everyone is welcome.

Continuing on Saturdays at 9:30am are her classes at the ABC Hall in Bolingbroke. (3166 Bolingbroke Rd.) Bolingbroke is only 15 minutes from Westport when you follow County Rd 36. Drop-in to try a class or register for the summer session. Phone Barb at 613-273-7676 or email barb@icoachwellness.com.

A dynamic blend of martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. Nia is a path to condition, heal and express yourself through movement and music. Balancing technical precision with free-form expression Nia is for every body and every level of fitness. With the philosophy ‘Through Movement We Find Health’, Nia delivers a joy-filled, playful workout that addresses the whole person.

Attention One And All… Come On Out To Our 8th Annual Easter Seals Horseshoe Tournament held Saturday July 9th, 2011 beside the Elgin Lions Hall in Elgin Ontario.

Registration: Singles @ 9am with starting time @ 10am. Doubles @ 12pm with starting time @1pm.

Cost is only $10.00 Per Registration. All Proceeds Go To Easter Seals Send A Kid To Camp Campaign. It cost $2,000.00 to send a child to Camp Merrywood in Perth, Ontario for 10 days. We help support 40 kids in the Leeds and South Grenville areas. So dig out your old horseshoes and come help support our cause and have a fun time with lots of prizes to be won. There will also be a canteen provided.

For more information please contact George and Nancy Mustard @ 613-359-5374 or email us at nangeo_97@hotmail.com.

We have a really special night on MONDAY with Alex Goodman Quintet from Toronto. They are on their way to across the province heading to the Montreal Jazz Festival where they will be featured as one of the up and comers on the Canadian jazz scene!

It’s going to be a great night of high calibre, instrumental jazz (Monday, June 27, 2011)! The Cove will be serving dinner as well so join them early if you like. Show 8-11pm, $10/person.

Jazz Night continues with Spencer Evans Trio featuring Jeff and Seamus Cowan every Thursday Night from 9-11pm. These nights are massively fun with all kinds of folks out! For those of you that love the Wine and Food Tasting nights, Joanne Edwards will be featuring weekly “jazz” inspired specials.

For more information on local entertainment taking place at The Cove visit www.coveinn.com