It’s sad but true, we are in the last month of the summer vacation. But a nice way to enjoy this time is by attending one of the many events happening this month.

Some events you might want to attend are:

“80′S Day” At The Galley
Date: August 7, 2010 (all day)
***Dress up in your favourite 80’s style to win a gift basket – door prizes for everyone who dresses up – Happy Hour at 80’s prices 4pm-6pm

Heather Assaf, printmaker and painter at Artemisia
Date: August 7, 2010 (from 11am – 4pm)
***Weather permitting Heather Assaf will be on the lawn at Artemisia explaining and showing the stages of a work from idea to completion.

Corn Roast – Simpson Masonic Lodge
Date: August 7, 2010
***Forfar Community Hall in Forfar beginning at 4:30. Open to everyone.

Local poets at Artemisia – Audrey Ogilvie | Anders Carson | John Donlan
Date: August 8, 2010 (2-4pm)
***They will be reading from their current works – Refreshments at intermission
$5.00 at the door

The Westport Music Festival
Date: August 14, 2010
***9 bands on 3 outdoor stages – special evening performance at The Cove
Westport Music Festival Flyer

Music by Stephen Rothwell & Band at Artemisia
Date: August 14, 2010
In the afternoon, music by Stephen Rothwell and his band, adding to the wonderful music of the Westport Music Festival

The Rideau Valley Art Festival
Date: August 27 – 29, 2010
***63 artists will be on hand to answer your questions, and a variety of attractions promise something for everyone!

Rideau Lakes Artists’ Assocation Show & Sale
Date: August 28 – 29, 2010
***Original watercolour, oil, and acrylic paintings will be displayed at the Westport United Church

To view these events in detail visit our Westport Events Calendar page.

Whether you are visiting Westport & the Rideau Lakes region, or you are a resident, Celtic Cab will be a helpful service for you. They offer taxi services for boaters and locals. So if you have gone out for a night on the town, or need a ride to the areas many events and attractions, you will want to call Jeff & Melissa Donnelly.

Not only do they offer transportation, they can also pickup your prescriptions, groceries or beer! If you can not physically be at your place for your home repairs, Jeff & Melissa can also arrange your home repairs and be there to wait for the repairmen.

Celtic Cab truly is your personal errand service. Included in their courier services is yard clean-up and cleaning for homes & cottages. If you are looking for that extra hand, call Jeff & Mellisa today at 613-767-9257 or email them at jeffdonnelly43@yahoo.ca.

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