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Automobile Events

Mosport International Raceway
May 21 - 23, 2010

Mosport International Raceway kicks off its 50th anniversary season with the sights and sounds of thundering GT and Touring cars on the Victoria Day SpeedFest Weekend, May 21-23.
The action-packed weekend features the World Challenge Series GT, GTS and Touring doubleheader, the SCCA Trans-Am Series, the Castrol Canadian Touring Car Championship and the classic Sundown Grand Prix.
Off-track fans can enjoy the annual Victoria Day fireworks which will light up the sky. Camping is a popular part of the Mosport experience and there will also be access to the paddock with driver autograph sessions and meet and greets.
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Arts & Theatre

Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery

Huntsville, Muskoka Ontario: Celebrate 2010 Explore Group of Seven replications in an outdoor gallery under open skies. Enjoy the Outdoor Gallery year round. Over 30 Tom Thomson & Group of Seven murals to see in downtown Huntsville.
See Group of Seven Gallery, more information on Algonquin Park Area and Group of Seven

Around the Frayed Edges
Until-May 29

Agnes Jamieson Gallery Minden Hills Museum R.D. Lawrence Place

Curated by Laurie Carmount
This exhibition delves into the outer edges of fibre arts. Twenty-seven fibre artists from across North America have created works for this exhibition. From sculptural to painterly to installations this leading edge exhibition addresses all of the visual arts elements - all in fibre.

For a great video of Frayed Edges -thanks to HHMA - click here.

MACLAREN ART CENTER

At The Barrie Area Galleries
Sue A. Miller exhibiting at Ridge West Gallery, Guthrie Ontario.
April 9th - July 3rd, 2010
Opening Reception: Friday April 9, 6pm - 9pm
Local artist Sue A. Miller will be exhibiting in a spring group art exhibit at the Ridge West Gallery in Guthrie, north of Barrie.
Her work is a chronicle of the communities to which she is connected, seen through the filter of her personal spiritual journey. Sue’s work is chosen by clients not on the basis of how much they may like the scene depicted, but because the piece resonates with an interior longing. Miller's work has been sold throughout Canada.
www.ridgewest.ca
Web Site URL:
www.maclarenart.com

Festival of the Arts 2010

Alliston
Apirl 9 – July 5, 2010
Join us throughout May, June & Canada Day! Participate and enjoy the creative talent, the musical delights from youth to senior and the discovery of unique and wonderful art throughout South Simcoe.
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Arts on Main

Alliston , Beeton, Cookstown, Tottenham
May 7 – 31, 2010
Celebrating artists/artisans work amongst the pageantry of musicians, street performers while dining and enjoying the culture and heritage of downtown Alliston, Beeton, Cookstown, Tottenham
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Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery

Huntsville
January 1 – December 31, 2010
Explore Group of Seven replications in an outdoor gallery under open skies. Enjoy the Outdoor Gallery year round. Over 30 Tom Thomson & Group of Seven murals to see in downtown Huntsville.
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Celebrations & Festivals

29th Annual Orillia Perch Festival

Orillia
April 17 – May 8, 2010
Fun, family fishing derby! Great cash & product prizes. Adult & children's categories. Special OPP Kids Day May 1st. Live release program. Just fish to win! Lakes Simcoe & Couchiching.
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Church-Key Brewing Spring Revival

Campbellford
May 1, 2010
The Annual Spring Revival features a variety of musicians, and locally produced food items. A great time to get outside and celebrate the hallmark of spring!
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Festival of the Arts 2010

Alliston
Apirl 9 – July 5, 2010
Join us throughout May, June & Canada Day! Participate and enjoy the creative talent, the musical delights from youth to senior and the discovery of unique and wonderful art throughout South Simcoe.
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Folklore Festival 2010

Thunder Bay
May 1 –2, 2010
Travel the World in 48 Hours at Folklore Festival. International foods, entertainment, exhibits, great Children's area, Hot Latin Music with"The Imbayakunas" from Toronto.
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The Polish/Kashub Festival

Barry's Bay
May 1, 2010
The first Saturday in May is called KASHUB DAY. It is a celebration of our rich and unique Kashub culture here in the Valley. At the same time, we celebrate POLISH DAY which is on May 3rd.
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Commemoration of the Battle of the Atlantic

Kingston
May 2, 2010
Commemoration of the Battle of the Atlantic and celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Canadian Navy.
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Festival des Folies Franco-FUN

New Liskeard
May 3 – 9, 2010
This is a fun-filled family oriented festival with activities such as car rally, art exhibit, storytelling, book sale, kids shows and films, games, demonstrations, and more happening in Temiskaming.
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Brockville & District Multicultural Festival

Brockville
May 7 – 8, 2010
Ethnic displays, foods and stage entertainment. Fun for the whole family. Over 15 nations represented.
Phone: (613) 342-8775

Spring Pulse Poetry Festival

Cobalt
May 8 – 15, 2010
Come experience Northeastern Ontario's largest poetry & arts festival. A one week celebration of poetry, painting and music altogether.
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Mother's Day Spring Celebration

Picton
May 9, 2010
Join us for our annual celebration of wildflowers, birds and other signs of spring. Go on guided walks and have some refreshments. Stop by the Visitor Centre and Nature Shoppe!
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Mother’s Day at Wye Marsh

Sunday, May 9th, 2010
Want to do something totally different for your mother this Mother’s Day? Bring her to the Wye Marsh for free and enjoy a day outside with nature! You and your Mom will be able to participate in our weekend programs including Swans & Cygnets, Spring Strides and Birds of Prey demonstration. It will be a Mother’s day she will not forget.
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Community Day Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay
certain dates in May, June, July & August
Discounted admission day for you and your family. Canoe and wagon rides, tours and entertainment. The Cantine serves up authentic foods and beverages. On site Trading Post gift shop.
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Greater Sudbury Celtic Festival and Highland Games

Sudbury
May 22 – 23, 2010
2nd Annual Celtic Festival and Highland Games in Bell Park.
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OTTAWA VICTORIA DAY WEEKEND

May 24th, 2010
Celebrate Victoria Day with us at Queen Juliana Park, at the corner of Carling Avenue and Preston Street. Make a day of it, incorporating Ottawa's beautiful Tulip Festival, in neighbouring Commissioner's Park. This is a family event with something for everyone: midway rides; petting zoo; food, drink, and dessert concessions; buskers; children's activities; and live musical performances (see Events). The festival wraps up with a spectacular FIREWORKS display on Monday, May 24. Book Ottawa Hotels ON LINE More information on Ottawa.

Victoria Day Weekend at Portarama
Family Festival Port McNichol Ontario

The location of the "port" explains the festival and the excitement over the waters of Georgian Bay as many boaters will be launching for the first time in 2010. Port McNichol sits across from Victoria Harbour an apt place to be for Vicky's Birthday Celebration. Runs May 21-23 over the Victoria Day Weekend Includes fireworks finale on Saturday May 22. Stay in Midland, Barrie, Orillia. Pick a Family Getaway for the May long weekend.

May Long Weekend Music & Fireworks

The Village at Blue Mountain
Blue Mountains, ON

May 22nd - 24th, 2010

Set summer in motion with 3 days of FREE extraordinary music, hiking, scavenger hunts, face painting, Rusty’s Rib Eating contest and FIREWORKS Saturday night!

Bandaloni - Canada\'s premiere one man band (Sat. 11am-4pm)
Face Painting (Sat-Sun 1pm-4pm)
Nicole Scott Band (Sat 1pm - 4pm)
Fireworks Display (Saturday 9:30pm)
Jane’s Party Live (Sun 1pm-4pm)
Jason Redmond Live (Mon 1pm-4pm)
Plus…
Dozens of Shops, 13 Restaurant Patios, Night Life Hot Spots, Plunge Aquatic Centre and so many more activities!
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QUEEN VICTORIA BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS

Saturday, May 22 to Monday, May 24 Join in as our 1860s Village celebrates Queen Victoria's birthday! Sing "God Save the Queen", hear historical patriotic speeches, see grand military manoeuvres of the Brockville Infantry Company, lace up for some 1860s athletic games including three-legged races, sack runs and more. Cheer along during the Village's hand-pumped fire engine trials. You may even be invited to join a team and try your hand at pumping this amazing machine. Be sure to get your piece of birthday cake! From Brockville, Kingston, Toronto
Take Highway 401 east to exit 758 (Upper Canada Road). Travel south then turn left on County Road 2 (formerly Highway 2) and travel east 2 km.

Paddle Party, Open House &; Fred Concert | White Squall ...
A FREE May Long Weekend Event for the Whole Family featuring free kayak & canoe ... Paddle Party Presentations. The event takes place on Cole Lake at our ...
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Laugh Out Loud Sudbury Comedy Festival

Sudbury
May 26-30, 2010
Come on out and enjoy 10 different comedy shows at 5 venues throughout Greater Sudbury. One of only four comedy festivals held annually throughout Canada.
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Barrie Waterfront Festival

Barrie
May 29- 30, 2010
Featuring live bands, outdoor entertainment, street buskers, a playzone for the kids, fresh food, contests and fun for the whole family!
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Beeton Honey and Garden Festival

Beeton
May 29, 2010
Come to Beeton and enjoy a day in the country in a small town atmosphere. Garden and craft vendors, silent auction, honey and honey products, kids' corner and live entertainment
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Community Showcase Lindsay

Lindsay
May 29, 2010
Come and see over 500 lilacs in full bloom and enjoy the music of our very talented musicians. Learn about the diverse organizations (over 20) and coming events of the City of Kawartha Lakes.
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Doors Open - Brockville & the 1000 Islands Region

Brockville
May 29, 2010
Throughout Brockville, Delta, Athens, Lyn, Prescott, etc. various historic sites, commercial bldgs., churches, museums, parks & gardens open their doors to the public for free - with special events.
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Downtown Brockville May Street Fair and Sidewalk Sale

Brockville
May 29, 2010
King Street is closed to traffic to allow people to walk freely amoung vendors. Enjoy live entertainment, music, food and children's activities.
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Thunder Bay Kite Festival

Thunder Bay
May 30, 2010
The Kite Festival has been a "Top 50 Ontario Festival" four times! Join us for an afternoon of kite flying, kite making, demonstrations and fun!
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International Children's Festival Ottawa
From May 26 to May 30, 2010, the Ottawa International Children’s Festival will be celebrating its 25th anniversary. Since 1985, the Festival has been showcasing the absolute best in award-winning performing arts for young people from throughout Canada and around the world. We are thrilled that, as part of the 25th anniversary celebrations, the Festival will present more internationally-acclaimed artists than ever in May!

   
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Charitable Golf Tournament

Swing for Hope Golf Classic
Glencairn Golf Club, ON
May 11, 2010
Swing for Hope supports the Halton Recovery House & Hope Place Womens Treatement Centre in helping Men and Women seeking freedom from Addiction Contact: Bonnie Cowan - Tournament Director
Phone: 905-875-3214 Email: info@hopeplace.ca Web Site Web Site Click Here

 

Georgian College Foundation -23rd Annual Georgian Golf Classic
May 17, 2010
The Club at Bond Head
Two categories: Men’s, Ladies’ and Mixed (any combination), or
Pro-Am Division: Golf with a Pro:
Call 705-728-1968 ext 1210 or register on-line Web Site Web Site Click Here

 

9th Annual Ladies For Life Golf Tournament -Canadian Cancer Society
May 29, 2010
Village Green Golf Club in Athens
Contact: Katherine Hudson at khudson@ripnet.com

 

17th Annual Smiths Falls Cancer Golf Classic -Canadian Cancer Society
May 29, 2010
Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club
Contact: Graham Merpaw at (613) 283-0953

Scarborough Firefighters 4th Annual Ross Forfar Memorial Golf Tournament –Princess Margaret Hospital
May 25, 2010
Stouffville’s Sleepy Hollow Country Club
Registration fee includes continental breakfast, hot lunch buffet, on-course contests, raffle prizes, gifts and 18 holes of golf with a cart. The tournament is held in memory of Ross Forfar, former Deputy Fire Chief, Scarborough Fire Department. Proceeds support the Fire Fighters’ Cancer Research Fund at PMH.
To register, contact Paul Fiset at 416-281-6227.
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Autism Ontario Charity Golf Tournament–Hamilton Chapter
Brant Valley Golf Club
May 29, 2010
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Epilepsy Durham Region Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Oakridge Golf Course Port Perry, ON
June 17, 2010
Join Epilespy Durham Region as we celebrate A Better Life with Epilepsy, Annual Charity Golf Tournament. Join family and friends for a great day on the links. Your support will directly impact the quality of life of those touched by this disability.
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Crafts, Arts & Antique Shows

Buckhorn Spring Craft Show,
Peterborough
Tel: (705) 742-2201
Fax: (705) 742-2494
Over 100 Artisans offering for sale High quality Traditional, Contemporary, Canadian handmade crafts. Buckhorn Community Centre. (705) 657-8833 or visit buckhorncommunitycentre.com
www.thekawarthas.net

 

 

 

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Ethnic & Historic

     
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Fall Studio and Arts Tours

       
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Family Fun Days

Barrie Waterfront Festival

Barrie
May 29- 30, 2010
Featuring live bands, outdoor entertainment, street buskers, a playzone for the kids, fresh food, contests and fun for the whole family!
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Beeton Honey and Garden Festival

Beeton
May 29, 2010
Come to Beeton and enjoy a day in the country in a small town atmosphere. Garden and craft vendors, silent auction, honey and honey products, kids' corner and live entertainment
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Thunder Bay Kite Festival

Thunder Bay
May 30, 2010
The Kite Festival has been a "Top 50 Ontario Festival" four times! Join us for an afternoon of kite flying, kite making, demonstrations and fun!
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Farmers Markets

Barrie Farmer’s Market

Barrie City Hall, Mulcaster and Collier Streets
Saturday s All Year
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Owen Sound & District Farmer’s Market

Located at 110-8th Street East, beside City Hall
Saturdays All Year
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Cobourg Farmers' Market

May 6 to Dec 16,
Come and check out our Saturday Farmers Market! There will be home baked desserts, vegetables, crafts, sausages, flowers, plants and much more!
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Orillia Farmer’s Market

Downtown Orillia, beside Opera House
Saturdays All Year
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Fishing Tournaments and Events

29th Annual Orillia Perch Festival

Orillia
April 17 – May 8, 2010
Fun, family fishing derby! Great cash & product prizes. Adult & children's categories. Special OPP Kids Day May 1st. Live release program. Just fish to win! Lakes Simcoe & Couchiching.
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Kiwanis Walleye World Fishing Derby

Trenton
May 1 – 2, 2010
This year celebrates our 30th Anniversary of this Fishing Derby. With over $190,000 potential prizes this Fishing Derby has become the largest yearly event held in the Quinte Region.
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6th Annual Parry Sound Pike Tournament

Parry Sound
May 2, 2010
This is the 6th annual tournament and for the second time in association with the top 50 Series. Big Sound Marina will provide docking for the event, check in and prize presentation
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MTA Annual Perch Derby

Kagawong
May 21 – 23, 2010
The Manitoulin Tourism Assocation and the Great Spirit Circle trail will be hosting their annual perch derby. The event features a dinner, as well as an educational look at the GSCT display at park.
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Emo Walleye Classic – Rainy River, Emo, Ontario
May 27-29, 2010 catch-and-release tournament on the picturesque Rainy River, in Emo, Ontario. Sixty teams from Canada and the U.S. chased the top spot - and over $36,000 in prizes! Come out and enjoy the festivities this year. All volunteers are welcome! For more information contact Colleen at 807-482-1811 or 807-482-2171.
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25th Annual Fish Kincardine Debry
Kincardine
May 21 – May 30, 2010
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Temiskaming Smallmouth Bass Series
May 30 –September 26, 2010 The Series is set up to give every team a chance to fish in a Classic at the lowest price possible. With a $100.oo entrée fee per team in the qualifiers, 100% pay back, no membership costs, and a $200.oo entrée fee for the Classic which pays back at least $200.oo in cash or prizes for last place Temiskaming
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Fundraiser's and Other Good Causes

       
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Home & Leisure Shows

Home Show

Timmins
April 30 – May 2, 2010
Largest Home Show in Northern Ontario! Over 100 exhibit spaces to visit. Something for everyone!
E-mail: timconst@ntl.sympatico.ca

     
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Museum Exhibitions

May is Museum Month

Rosemont
May 24, 2020
Ever wonder what goes on at the big green barn at the corner of Highway 89 and Airport Road? For this special day, DCMA drops its admission fee and open our doors to the community.
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Northern Stars Untill - October 2

Agnes Jamieson Gallery Minden Hills Museum R.D. Lawrence Place

Prepare to have your heart strings played by this powerful story of love, adventure, tremendous loss and solace. Ron Lawrence established a wildlife sanctuary in Uphill at North Star Farm and recorded humorous and touching tales from this time in The Zoo That Never Was. In this exhibition find out why he left the farm and undertook an Alaskan sea voyage. These stories leave an unforgettable imprint on the heart.

   
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Music

May Long Weekend Music & Fireworks

The Village at Blue Mountain
Blue Mountains, ON

May 22nd - 24th, 2010

Set summer in motion with 3 days of FREE extraordinary music, hiking, scavenger hunts, face painting, Rusty’s Rib Eating contest and FIREWORKS Saturday night!

Bandaloni - Canada\'s premiere one man band (Sat. 11am-4pm)
Face Painting (Sat-Sun 1pm-4pm)
Nicole Scott Band (Sat 1pm - 4pm)
Fireworks Display (Saturday 9:30pm)
Jane’s Party Live (Sun 1pm-4pm)
Jason Redmond Live (Mon 1pm-4pm)
Plus…
Dozens of Shops, 13 Restaurant Patios, Night Life Hot Spots, Plunge Aquatic Centre and so many more activities!
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Sporting

VMUTS, Mattawa ATV Spring Rally

Mattawa
May 14 – 15, 2010
Explore the extensive Voyageur Multi Use Trail System. Friday - Night ride, campfire, trailside canteen. Saturday - 110km group ride, supper, music entertainment.
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Palmer Fest

Palmer Rapids
May 21 – 23, 2010
Palmer Fest is Ontario's largest whitewater canoe and kayak festival, presented by Rapid Media and hosted at the Paddler Co-op Boathouse. Palmer Fest is laid-back social, instructional and fun!
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Mosport International Raceway
May 21 - 23, 2010

Mosport International Raceway kicks off its 50th anniversary season with the sights and sounds of thundering GT and Touring cars on the Victoria Day SpeedFest Weekend, May 21-23.
The action-packed weekend features the World Challenge Series GT, GTS and Touring doubleheader, the SCCA Trans-Am Series, the Castrol Canadian Touring Car Championship and the classic Sundown Grand Prix.
Off-track fans can enjoy the annual Victoria Day fireworks which will light up the sky. Camping is a popular part of the Mosport experience and there will also be access to the paddock with driver autograph sessions and meet and greets.
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BWG Trails Week/Marsh Mash Canoe and Kayak Race

Bradford
May 22 – June 6, 2010
32nd annual BWG Marsh Mash Canoe and Kayak Race. World Team qualifiers, marathon, kayak, and recreation class
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Paddle Party & Open House

Nobel
May 22 –23, 2010
Free kayak & canoe clinics on & off the water for all ages. Picnic with family & friends, hot coffee & ice cream, cardboard kayak race & rolling demos, Kidstuff, campfire singsongs & camp cooking
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Lindsay Stampede and Professional Rodeo

Lindsay
May 29 – 30, 2010
This Professional Rodeo will feature cowboys and cowgirls from up to 4 different countries competing in all 7 traditional rodeo events. Proceeds to support Camp Maple Leaf and the Kiwanas Club.
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Long Sault Regatta

Long Sault
May 29 – 30, 2010
More than 110 hydroplanes compete at Mille Roches Beach, on the Long Sault Parkway.,
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