Fill up those PA days with winter fun !
Programs are geared for kids aged six to twelve and are hosted by our knowledgeable RVCA interpreters. Learn how to snowshoe, put up a shelter, build campfires and cook outdoors ! The fun will run from 9 am to 4 pm.
Cost per person is $40 per child and $35 for additionnal children in the same family.
Each session can accomodate up to 25 children. Pre-registration is required.

OUR GOAL…

To promote active, outdoor living and nature appreciation in conservation areas throughout the winter season.

Date :
Feb 2, 2017 from 9 am to 4 pm
Event location :
Foley Mountain Conservation Area,
Westport, ON, Canada

Contact :
Foley Mountain Conservation Area
105 Perth Road, North, Westport, ON
613-273-3255
Or contact Rebecca Whitman at rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca
Website : http://rvca.ca/

BINGO every Monday night at the Westport Legion and Thursday night at the Elgin Lions Hall. Doors open at 6:00pm.

BRIDGE every Tuesday at 1:00pm at the Elgin Municipal Complex.  Info 613-359-6192.

COFFEE DROP-IN: Throughout the Township come and enjoy a bit of social fun! Bring your latest craft project, a deck of cards or just yourself.  Children are welcome.  Donations appreciated.  Every Monday morning from 8am to 10:30am at the Delta United Church – call Pat Philips 613-928-2712; Tuesday mornings in Morton – Morton Mug – contact Linda Gamble 613-387-3799; every Wednesday morning from 10am to Noon at the Newboro Community Hall call Andi 613-272-5335 or Joan 613-272-2393; Thursday mornings at the Portland Community Hall contact Betty James 613-272-2461and every Friday morning at the Elgin Municipal Complex Community Hall from 9:30am – call Linda Carr 613-272-2227.

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST every 4^th Tuesday at the Harmony Lodge in Philipsville starting at 8:00am. Sponsored by the Philipsville Masons, everyone is welcome. Contact Ross Hawkins for information 613-359-5833.

COMMUNITY LUNCH first Friday of the month at the Elgin Municipal Complex – soup and sandwiches – contact Linda Carr 613-272-2227 and the 4^th Tuesday of every month at the Portland United Church Noon to 1pm call 613-272-2002 for details.

COMMUNITY SHOPPING BUS sponsored through the Portland Seniors Club leaves for the local shopping mall in Kingston every 2^nd Tuesday of the month.  Call Vicki at 613-272-2676 to reserve your seat.  Cost $15.00 return trip.  Not just for seniors!  All ages welcome.

EUCHRE is played Monday afternoons at the South Elmsley Community Hall (Marie Jordan at 613-283-4035), Tuesdays afternoons at the Elgin Municipal Complex Community Room (Doug Summers 613-359-5744), Wednesday evenings at the North Crosby Community Hall (6 hand) (Jim Mulville 613-273-3008), Thursday evenings at the Westport Legion (Trish Purdon 613-273-7017) and at the Delta Legion every Friday at 7pm (Pat Philips 2712).  Forfar Euchre is every Friday at 7:30pm in the hall.

HAMBURGER FRIDAY every Friday until the end of Sept. 12pm-2pm burger, sausage, hot dogs and fries available every week. Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport.

CLOGGING – Join Dorothy at the Newboro Community Hall, 15 Drummond St, every Wednesday evening at 7pm to learn how to enjoy Clogging, a dance form imilar to tap, but uniquely different.  You don’t have to be experienced – all levels are welcome.  It’s free – but donations toward the use of the hall would be appreciated.  Wear soft-soled running shoes and bring your water!  You’ll be busy having fun!

PICKLEBALL Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Shillingston Park in North Crosby.  Equipment is available for beginners to try their hand at the game.  Come for some fun, outdoor play and exercise!  Everyone is welcome.  Call Jan at 613-273-3839 or Don at 613-273-9178.

PICKLEBALL is now in NEWBORO at Lorne Park behind the canteen building on the old tennis courts.  Join us every Monday, Wednesday or Friday morning.  Everyone is welcome.  Call Jan at 613-273-3839 or Don at 613-273-9178.

SPAGHETTI DINNERS 1st Friday of every month at the Portland Legion; 2nd Friday at the Elgin Lions Hall and also combine their very popular Quiz Night with the spaghetti dinner (teams of 6 start the game at 7pm) and the 3^rd Friday is at the Westport (North Crosby) Legion.

VIBE: Venturing in Biblical Education, every Wednesday from April 13, 2016 – December 7, 2016.  Elgin United Church 10 am & Portland United Church 7 pm. Contact Rev. Takouhi (613) 272-8977 or RevTakouhi@Terrautopia.ca

Happy New Year to all of our friends of The Cove! We appreciate all of your support in 2016 and look forward to an inspiring 2017!

All of us at The Cove

EMBRACE WINTER at THE COVE in 2017!

Conquer the cold by warming up and Westport! Check out our lineup of daily food specials, reduced room rates and top-notch entertainment…There is a tonne of new stuff happening at The Cove come January so read below!

FOOD…

NEW WINTER COMFORT FOOD MENU out in JANUARY!

Monday – SENIORS DAY! It’s back…25% off food items or anyone 55 and older. Tell all your friends!

Tuesday – NOODLE TUESDAYS! Try it with a Glass of Wine!

Wednesday – WINGS! All day $12 Wings and Fries! Wings ‘n Tunes with Shawn McCullough 6-9pm

Thursday – STEAK NIGHT! Enjoy a weekly special steak dinner! Weekly Wine Pairings.

Saturday – Famous All-You-Can-Eat ROAST BEEF DINNER $25 and CHEF’S SPECIAL!

Sunday – SEAFOOD SUNDAYS! Enjoy weekly specials from fresh seafood dishes to hearty chowders!

*Some Item Prices will vary

*Prices don’t include HST

ROOMS…

Cozy up in a suite in our charming Century Old Inn! For January and February!

ALL WEEK NIGHTLY ROOM SPECIALS! $69 for a Standard Suite and $89 for a Hot Tub Suite including a full hot breakfast!

Excluding Jan.20, Feb.11 and Feb.17.

MUSIC…

You can find best in entertainment weekly at The Cove all year long!

Wednesday WINGS ‘n TUNES/Open Mic with Shawn McCullough! www.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough

LIVE ACTS most Friday and Saturday Nights featuring local favourites and top notch groups passing through!

Sunday MATINEES from time to time!

Monthly BLUES ON THE RIDEAU SERIES in it’s 12th Season from Sept-May! www.bluesontherideau.ca

The Cove 2017 WINTER

EVENTS

Every Wednesday WINGS ‘n TUNES with SHAWN McCULLOUGH Perform a tune on stage for your chance to win a guitar donated by the good people at Long & McQuade Music of Kingston (Formerly Renaissance Music). Sign a ballot and sing and/or play your heart out! 6-9pmwww.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough Pound of Wings & Fries $12

Book your Christmas Party with us for some Buffet and Music!

JANUARY

Sat.Jan.7, 14 & 21 HEAD OVER HEELS (Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque) 6-9pm www.kevinheadmusic.com

Fri.Jan.27 JOHN WILBERFORCE (Folk/Rock, Kemptville) 6-9pm www.johnwmusician.com

Fri.Jan.20 Blues on the Rideau Series with ANGELIQUE FRANCIS & THE BEN RACINE BAND (Ottawa/Montreal) 7-11pm $65 Buffet, Show & Charity

Sun.Jan.22 COUNTRY MATINEE with SHAWN McCULLOUGH & HENRY NORWOOD 1-4pmwww.reverbnation.com/shawnmcculloughwww.facebook.com/HenryNorwoodArtist

www.angeliquefrancis.netwww.benracineband.comwww.bluesontherideau.com

Sat.Jan.28 CHINESE BUFFET $25 with Music by SHAWN McCULLOUGH 6-9pmwww.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough

FEBRUARY

Fri.Feb.3 CHRIS MURPHY of Turpin’s Trail (Celtic/East Coast Folk) 6-9pmwww.turpinstrail.com

Sat.Feb.4 JOHN WILBERFORCE (Folk/Rock, Kemptville) 6-9pmwww.johnwmusician.com

Fri.Feb.10 LOGAN BROWN & TAYLOR ANGUS (Acoustic Soul) 6-9pmwww.loganbrownmusic.org

Sat.Feb.11 VALENTINE’S! with HEAD OVER HEELS (Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque)www.kevinheadmusic.com & 3 Course Table d’Hote 6-9pm $50

Fri.Feb.17 Blues on the Rideau Series with THE HOGTOWN ALLSTARS feat. members of Downchild Blues Band (Toronto/Hamilton) 7-11pm $65 Buffet, Show & Charitywww.downchild.comwww.bluesontherideau.ca

Sat.Feb.18 HEAD OVER HEELS (Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque) 6-9pmwww.kevinheadmusic.com

Sun.Feb.19 WINTER CARNIVAL AFTER PARTY with SHAWN McCULLOUGH & HENRY NORWOOD 4-8pmwww.reverbnation.com/shawnmcculloughwww.facebook.com/HenryNorwoodArtist

Tue.Feb.21 THAI FOOD & WINE NIGHT with Chef Joanne Edwards of The Cove and Chef Judy Dempsey of The Table in Perth. 5 Course with Wine Pairings 6-9pm $85 Reservations Only.

Fri.Feb.24 WEBER BROTHERS TRIO Ronnie Hawkins’ Former Band (Folk/Rock, Peterborough) 7-10pm $10www.weberbrothers.com

Sat.Feb.25 Westport Rideaus Jr.B ELIMINATION $5000 DRAW! with Music by ERIC UREN 6-10pmwww.youtube.com/user/Groundhogmusicwww.westportrideaus.com

***Reservations Suggested from All Events

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1.888.COVE.INN

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If you love to sing just for the joy of singing come join us Sunday afternoons! For twelve weeks we will be gathering at Knox Presbyterian Church Hall to sing some of Canada’s greatest songs! Loads of fun! No auditions! All are welcomed! $50pp more info on our website westportartscouncil,com

Date :

Sunday January 22, 2017 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Event location :

Knox Presbyterian Church,

Westport, ON, Canada
Contact :

Name: westport arts council

E-mail : kimbonner@mac.com

Phone Number : (613) 2738788

BINGO every Monday night at the Westport Legion and Thursday night at the Elgin Lions Hall. Doors open at 6:00pm.

BRIDGE every Tuesday at 1:00pm at the Elgin Municipal Complex.  Info 613-359-6192.

COFFEE DROP-IN: Throughout the Township come and enjoy a bit of social fun! Bring your latest craft project, a deck of cards or just yourself.  Children are welcome.  Donations appreciated.  Every Monday morning from 8am to 10:30am at the Delta United Church – call Pat Philips 613-928-2712; Tuesday mornings in Morton – Morton Mug – contact Linda Gamble 613-387-3799; every Wednesday morning from 10am to Noon at the Newboro Community Hall call Andi 613-272-5335 or Joan 613-272-2393; Thursday mornings at the Portland Community Hall contact Betty James 613-272-2461and every Friday morning at the Elgin Municipal Complex Community Hall from 9:30am – call Linda Carr 613-272-2227.

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST every 4^th Tuesday at the Harmony Lodge in Philipsville starting at 8:00am. Sponsored by the Philipsville Masons, everyone is welcome. Contact Ross Hawkins for information 613-359-5833.

COMMUNITY LUNCH first Friday of the month at the Elgin Municipal Complex – soup and sandwiches – contact Linda Carr 613-272-2227 and the 4^th Tuesday of every month at the Portland United Church Noon to 1pm call 613-272-2002 for details.

COMMUNITY SHOPPING BUS sponsored through the Portland Seniors Club leaves for the local shopping mall in Kingston every 2^nd Tuesday of the month.  Call Vicki at 613-272-2676 to reserve your seat.  Cost $15.00 return trip.  Not just for seniors!  All ages welcome.

EUCHRE is played Monday afternoons at the South Elmsley Community Hall (Marie Jordan at 613-283-4035), Tuesdays afternoons at the Elgin Municipal Complex Community Room (Doug Summers 613-359-5744), Wednesday evenings at the North Crosby Community Hall (6 hand) (Jim Mulville 613-273-3008), Thursday evenings at the Westport Legion (Trish Purdon 613-273-7017) and at the Delta Legion every Friday at 7pm (Pat Philips 2712).  Forfar Euchre is every Friday at 7:30pm in the hall.

HAMBURGER FRIDAY every Friday until the end of Sept. 12pm-2pm burger, sausage, hot dogs and fries available every week. Royal Canadian Legion Upper Rideau Branch #542, Westport.

CLOGGING – Join Dorothy at the Newboro Community Hall, 15 Drummond St, every Wednesday evening at 7pm to learn how to enjoy Clogging, a dance form imilar to tap, but uniquely different.  You don’t have to be experienced – all levels are welcome.  It’s free – but donations toward the use of the hall would be appreciated.  Wear soft-soled running shoes and bring your water!  You’ll be busy having fun!

PICKLEBALL Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Shillingston Park in North Crosby.  Equipment is available for beginners to try their hand at the game.  Come for some fun, outdoor play and exercise!  Everyone is welcome.  Call Jan at 613-273-3839 or Don at 613-273-9178.

PICKLEBALL is now in NEWBORO at Lorne Park behind the canteen building on the old tennis courts.  Join us every Monday, Wednesday or Friday morning.  Everyone is welcome.  Call Jan at 613-273-3839 or Don at 613-273-9178.

SPAGHETTI DINNERS 1st Friday of every month at the Portland Legion; 2nd Friday at the Elgin Lions Hall and also combine their very popular Quiz Night with the spaghetti dinner (teams of 6 start the game at 7pm) and the 3^rd Friday is at the Westport (North Crosby) Legion.

VIBE: Venturing in Biblical Education, every Wednesday from April 13, 2016 – December 7, 2016.  Elgin United Church 10 am & Portland United Church 7 pm. Contact Rev. Takouhi (613) 272-8977 or RevTakouhi@Terrautopia.ca

Please come join us for our Christmas Party and enjoy some refreshments and home baked goodies at the same time. Sat., Dec., 3rd 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Date :
Saturday, December 3rd, 2016 from 11 am to 4 pm

Event location :
Westport, ON, Canada

Contact :
Sharon Benson

NOVEMBER + DECEMBER Events @ The Cove
Just because planning for the season always starts a little earlier! Hope
to see you over the next couple of months!
All of us at The Cove

*Enjoy Daily, Delicious Food Specials!*
#thecoveinnfood
*Sun-Thurs, **15% Off Room Rates *(plus HST and includes breakfast)
#thecoveinnrooms
Every Wednesday* WINGS ‘n TUNES with SHAWN McCULLOUGH *Perform a tune on
stage for your chance to win a guitar donated by the good people at Long &
McQuade Music of Kingston (Formerly Renaissance Music). Sign a ballot and
sing and/or play your heart out! 6-9pm www.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough
Pound of Wings & Fries $12
Book your Christmas Party with us for some Buffet and Music!

NOVEMBER

Tue.Nov.1 *AMERICA’S CHOICE WINE DINNER* Food by Chef Joanne Edwards +
Wine Talk by Andrew Rasta of Lifford Wine Agency (5 Courses with Wine
Pairings) 6-9pm $75

Fri.Nov.4 *TOM SAVAGE & TONY SILVESTRI* (Folk/Rock, Kingston) 6-9pm
www.tomsavage.ca www.sonicbids.com/band/tonysilvestri/

Sat.Nov.5 & 19 *HEAD OVER HEELS *(Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque) 6-9pm
www.kevinheadmusic.com

Wed.Nov.9 *HUNTER’S BALL WINGS ‘n TUNES with SHAWN McCULLOUGH *(Country,
Westport) 6-10pm Pound of Wings with Fries $12

Fri.Nov.11 *ART LAJAMBE* (Rock/Country, Peterborough) 6-9pm
www.artlajambe.com

Sat.Nov.12 *JAZZ NIGHT with SPENCER EVANS TRIO *(Kingston/Westport) 8-10pm

Thu.Nov.17 *PAINT NITE (*Jr. B Hockey Fundraiser) 6-8pm $45
www.paintnite.com/events/1128576.html

Fri.Nov.18* Blues on the Rideau Series with KAREN LOVELY BAND *(Oregon) 7-11pm
$65 Buffet, Show & Charity www.karenlovely.com www.bluesontherideau.ca

Sat.Nov.19 *R.E.A.C.H. for HAITI* (Fundraiser by Rideau District High
School Students) 4-7pm + *HEAD OVER HEELS* (Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque)
6-9pm www.kevinheadmusic.com

Fri.Nov.25 Town-wide *SHOP & HOP *Event 3-9pm + *HEAD OVER HEELS*
(Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque) + *CHINESE BUFFET* $25 6-9pm
www.kevinheadmusic.com

Sat.Nov.26 *SANTA CLAUS PARADE with SHAWN McCULLOUGH & HENRY NORWOOD* 1-4pm
www.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough
www.facebook.com/HenryNorwoodArtist + *JOHN
WILBERFORCE* (Folk/Rock, Kemptville) 6-9pm www.johnwmusician.com

DECEMBER

Fri.Dec.2* LOGAN BROWN* (Funky Folk/Rock, Kingston) 6-9pm
www.loganbrown.bandcamp.com

Sat.Dec.3 *A Country Christmas with SHAWN McCULLOUGH BAND* (Country,
Westport/Ottawa Valley) 7-11pm Buffet & Show $35

Fri.Dec.9 *SHAWN McCULLOUGH & WADE FOSTER *(Country, Westport/Perth)
www.reverbnation.com/shawnmccullough www.wadefostermusic.com

Sat.Dec.10 *JEFF CALLERY* 7-11pm Buffet & Show
www.reverbnation.com/jeffcallery

Fri.Dec.16 & 30 *HEAD OVER HEELS* (Folk/Jazz/Blues, Gananoque) 6-9pm
www.kevinheadmusic.com

Sat.Dec.17 *A JAZZ NIGHT CHRISTMAS with SPENCER EVANS TRIO *(Kingston/Westport)
7-11pm Buffet & Show $35

Fri.Dec.23 *ANNUAL CHRISTMAS EVE EVE JAZZ NIGHT with SPENCER EVANS
TRIO (cameo by Jeff Cowan) *(Kingston/Westport) Ugly Sweater Party! Prizes!
9-11pm $5

Sat.Dec.31 *A TURPIN’S TRAIL NEW YEAR’S EVE! *(East Coast/Folk,
Kingston) 7pm-1am $50/person Buffet, Show, Midnight Party Favours and
Bubbly www.turpinstrail.com Overnight Packages

***Reservations Suggested from All Events
info@coveinn.com
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Check out weekly musical column called “Notes from the ‘Port ” for The
Review-Mirror Westport newspaper. It’s on our website and Facebook Page.

Many Christians in Canada mark the birth of Jesus Christ on December 25, which is known as Christmas Day. It is a day of celebration when many Canadians exchange gifts and enjoy festive meals.

Many Canadians have a day off work on December 25 and many spend the day with close relatives or friends. It is customary to exchange gifts, enjoy a special festive meal and, perhaps, attend a special church service.

The traditions centered on Christmas gifts in Canada vary a lot between families. In some families, a mythical figure called Santa Claus brings gifts. He travels on a sleigh pulled by reindeer, enters homes via the chimney and leaves presents and candy in Christmas stockings or in a pile under the Christmas tree.

Symbols of Christmas Day

There are many symbols of Christmas. These include images of baby Jesus and the Holy family in the stable, stars and Christmas trees. Another important symbol of Christmas is Santa Claus. This is a mythical figure with origins in European, particularly British, Dutch and German, cultures. He is a jolly man who wears a red suit, has a long white beard, lives at the North Pole and travels in a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

Date :
Sunday, December 25, 2016

Christmas Eve is the evening or entire day preceding Christmas Day, the festival commemorating the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.[4] Christmas Day is observed around the world, and It is widely observed as a full or partial holiday in anticipation of Christmas Day. Together, both days are considered one of the most culturally significant celebrations in Christendom and Western society.

Many people around the world celebrate Christmas Eve in different ways. It is observed in many countries such as Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States.
 

Christmas Eve has many of its own customs and traditions

 
The most widely practised one that still exists today is going to a Midnight Mass Church Service. Many other varying cultural traditions and experiences are also associated with Christmas Eve around the world, including the gathering of family and friends, the singing of Christmas carols, the illumination and enjoyment of Christmas lights, trees, and other decorations, the wrapping, exchange and opening of gifts, and general preparation for Christmas Day.
 
Legendary Christmas gift-bearing figures including Santa Claus, Father Christmas, Christkind, and Saint Nicholas are also often said to depart for their annual journey to deliver presents to children around the world on Christmas Eve, although until the Protestant introduction of Christkind in 16th-century Europe,[10] such figures were said to instead deliver presents on the eve of Saint Nicholas’ feast day (December 6).
 

Christmas Eve around the world!

 
In many European countries including Germany, Serbia and Slovakia, Christmas Eve is the day when the Christmas Tree is brought into the house and decorated.

Date :
Saturday, December 24, 2016 | all day

Event location :
Westport, ON

Guitar player/singer/alternative lyricist Shawn McCullough helps you break up your week and give you a little social fix.

Shawn has played and toured with Canadian Country star Jason McCoy (The Roadhammers) and has been a part of Telecaster supergroup The Telebastards featuring Steve Piticco, as well as a member of DoubleBack with Wade Foster and John Wilberforce. He is highly in demand as a session musician and sideman for his incredible skill, wit and stage presence. He has a solo record to his name “This is Me” and is currently performing with rising Country star Brea Lawrenson.

Have a Night out on the town with Music and Wings with Fries $12.

Thanks to Nate and everyone at Long & McQuade Music in Kingston, you can win a guitar if you get up and perform a song! Sign a ballot and you are good to go!

Date :
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 | 6 to 9 pm

Event location :
The Cove
2 Bedford St.
Westport, Ontario K0G 1X0 Canada

Contact :
Phone: 1.888.COVE.INN
Website: www.coveinn.com