Posts Tagged ‘Lombardy’
Local eatery serves up local flavours
By Sally Smith
sally@pdgmedia.ca
Laurie Anne Brennan has a large, noisy family. They come to eat at her newly opened, freshly painted NOAL Pantry and Local Food Eatery often. Her mom’s favourite is the eggs Benedict, and her 12-year-old niece Haley’s favourite is the gluten-free brownie. Brennan’s mom laughs and says she taught her daughter everything she knows but amends quickly that Brennan taught her a few things, too.
The food at NOAL is good — not only does her family say so; others in the small eatery agree. It’s good because everything is fresh, tasty and filling; it’s also good because Brennan puts her money where her heart is.
NOAL stands for natural, organic, artisan and local. “Everything is as local as I can make it,” she says, ‘local’ within a two to three hour drive. And when she can’t get local (like avocados), she purchases from smaller companies, like Quattrocchi in Smiths Falls. Some of her regular suppliers include: Highland Organics garlic (Lombardy), Valley Cutters beef (Smiths Falls), and Rideau Pine Farms veggies (North Gower). Her Bennys and breakfast sandwiches are made with Rosecamp Farms eggs (Perth).
NOAL is brand new. It opened Sept. 2 and Brennan says she is still recovering from the frantic rush to get it going. It’s located at 5 Main Street East in Smiths Falls with lots of parking and easy access. The eatery seats about 40 and is bright and clean, with grey walls and white trim. Menus and specials are posted on large boards, making them easy to see and easy to update.
Lawrence Brennan, the eatery owner’s dad, eats lunch there regularly. Ask him his favourite – “All the soups…every bowl,” he grins. Take, for instance, rustic beet with yogurt and a tea biscuit. The biscuit is large and buttery, the soup filled with beets, potatoes and celery, and topped with organic yogurt and green onion.
Lisa Brennan-Trudel, Brennan’s sister, loves the chicken salad, while Sue Alder, a good friend, says the spinach salad is “great.”
If customers need special attention, Brennan’s kitchen is nut-free, has a dedicated space for gluten-free dishes and offers vegan and vegetarian options. And, for heaven’s sake, try the lemon square!
Brennan is self-taught, but has worked in the food industry her whole life. She first worked at Tim Horton’s, started waitressing as a teenager, went to Seneca College for fashion and then jumped right back into food. Her next goal is to become a Red Seal Chef; the certification recognizes skills, experience, creativity and professionalism.
That creativity Brennan puts into her signature sandwich: roast pork loin dressed with caramelized onion, aged cheddar, mustard and Spicy Red Bombay Pepper Jelly. She says, in all seriousness, there are no substitutes with this sandwich — you take it like it is (meaning there’s nothing better!)
Sandwiches and desserts are served on colourful old plates and saucers, filtered water is offered in Mason jars and there is unique artwork on the walls. Brennan says she caters events but “people have to want what I offer.”
The prices, too, are on theme with being fair. Only $2.95 for tea biscuit or $6.50 for a breakfast sandwich, consisting of eggs on a brioche with lettuce, tomatoes and green onion aioli. The most you’ll pay is $16 for the Back 40 Bonnechere and coming down the price list a little, is the Smoked Coho Salmon for $14.95.
Starting mid-September, Brennan will have help from April Miner, an experienced, and local, waitress. Miner, too, has been in the food business for many years and is a familiar face around Smiths Falls.
NOAL Pantry and Local Food Eatery
5 Main Street East, Smiths Falls
613-706-2188
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cash only
Main Photo Cutline: Lawrence Brennan, Sr. lunches with the ladies at his daughter’s newly opened pantry and eatery. The ladies are Haley Trudel, 12, Lisa Brennan-Trudel, Robin Black, Sue Alder, Anne Lemay and Lyla Brennan. Photo Credit; Sally Smith
Laurie Anne Brennan chooses local foods (and sunflowers) for her newly opened restaurant on Main Street in Smiths Falls.
It’s open! Tea Biscuit or sandwich…it’s all good.
Brennan’s signs are her philosophy – local is the best way to go.
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 4 – 6
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 4 – 6
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Victim Services Lanark County Drop In
8:30am – 4:00pm
Victim Services Lanark County is a community-based program that provides immediate, confidential short-term crisis intervention services, practical assistance, information, referrals and emotional support to persons affected by crime, tragedy and disaster. Everyone is welcome. Drop in and speak to one of our staff! All services are free, voluntary and confidential.
Carambeck Community Centre
351 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
For more information visit www.victimserviceslanark.ca
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Annual Craft Sale
Join us for our annual craft sale at the Smiths Falls Civitan.
Smiths Falls Civitan
Mary Lou Linton: 613.283.7172
Jeannette Crawford: 613.293.5405
Candy Cane Bazaar & Luncheon
11:00am – 2:00pm
Great Christmas gifts for everyone! Crafts, baking, accessories, jewellery, balloon burst & more.
Free Admission
Luncheon:$6
Trinity United Church Smiths Falls
41 Market St. N.
Dance with the Doherty Brothers
8:00pm – 12:00am (midnight)
Come out for an evening of fun & dance in support of the community pool.
Tickets at Special Greetings, 8 Russell St. E. or The Aquatic Recreation Centre, 361 Queen St.
Gallipeau Centre
361 Queen St.
Art Journey’s Annual Fall Show and Sale
10:00am – 4:00pm
Come meet the artists and shop for some one of a kind creations.
Door prizes to be drawn at the end of show on Sunday.
Live entertainment by Vine Rhymes both days 10 am- 4 pm.
Artists Demos throughout both days- see website for schedule.
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia St. W.
www.artjourneysmithsfalls.com
35th Annual Art Show & Sale
10:30am – 4:30pm
35th Annual Art Show & Sale, with Christmas Artisan Market – Original works by over 30 local artists. Whether your personal taste leans towards landscapes, still life studies, impressionism or sculpture, you will be surprised and pleased by the wide variety of works available. Come find the perfect Christmas gift for family, friends or yourself!
Heritage House Museum
Carol Miller: 613.283.6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum
www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse
Giant Falls Craft Fair
10:00am – 3:00pm
Join us for our annual craft fair. If you are interested in a table please contact Carol at 613-283-3631. Free admission and canteen available.
Lombardy Agricultural Hall
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Art Journey’s Annual Fall Show and Sale
10:00am – 4:00pm
Come meet the artists and shop for some one of a kind creations.
Door prizes to be drawn at the end of show on Sunday.
Live entertainment by Vine Rhymes both days 10 am- 4 pm.
Artists Demos throughout both days- see website for schedule.
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia St. W.
www.artjourneysmithsfalls.com
8th Annual Hymn Sing-a-long
Dessert & coffee at 6pm with the hymn sing at 7pm
Bethel United in Rideau Ferry.
With the Bethel United Church choir and special guests the Rideau Mellowdears all male chorus.
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 29 – August 1
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 29 – August 1
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
FRIDAY, JULY 29
Happy 6th Anniversary Jewel’s Perth
9:00am – 5:00pm
Celebrate 6 years in Perth and our 1 year expansion at 48 Wilson St. W., Perth (in the Metro Mall)! Lots of sales, draws, fun and refreshments to thank our community! See you at Jewel’s – you won’t want to miss this!!!
Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing Store – Smiths Falls & Perth
18 William Street East, Smiths Falls
150th Lombardy Fair
3:00pm – 11:00pm
Midway Hours:
Friday Open 3:00pm to 11:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Friday – Pay One Price $25.00, valid 3pm to 11pm, sold until 10pm
Daily Schedule:
3:00 p.m. Gates open to public
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
6:30 p.m. Registration for Junior Fair Ambassador Contest ~ In the Park
7:00 p.m. Junior Fair Ambassador Contest (Contest open to all children 10 years and under) ~ In the Park
7:30 p.m. Demolition Derby ~ Center of track
SATURDAY, JULY 30
Downtown Farmers’ Market
9:00am – 2:00pm
**New Hours** The Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market will now run from 9:00am – 2:00pm on Saturdays! See you on Russell Street West!
150th Lombardy Fair
9:00am – 11:00pm
Midway Hours:
Saturday Open 11:00am to 11:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Saturday – Pay One Price $30.00, valid 11am to 11pm, sold until 10pm
Daily Schedule:
9:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Lynn mcnabb (the Leather Lady) (All Day),
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
9am-8pm Carving Demonstrations by Wolf creek carving ~ outside office area
10am-4pm Demonstrations & Displays ~ Homecraft Building
Stain Glass Display by Rita Troop ~ Homecraft Building
10:30 a.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstration~ Cattle Pavilion
11:00 a.m. Kids Tractor Pull ~ Cattle Pavilion
11:30am-1:00pm Tea Room – homemade sandwiches & baked goods. FREE WILL DONATION ~ Agricultural Hall
12 noon Farmer’s Olympics ~ Cattle Pavilion
Ranch Competition ~ Horse Show Ring
1:00 p.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
Antique Tractor, Farm Stock and Lawn & Garden
Tractor Pull ~ on track, in front of Bleachers
Entertainment By Mississippi Squares ~ Square Dancing ~ In the Park
1:30 p.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstration~ Cattle Pavilion
2:00 p.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By RUNAWAY ~ In the Park
2-5:00 p.m. Entertainment On THE RE/MAX STAGE ~ SF Kinsmen Beer Gardens
3:00 p.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstration~ Cattle Pavilion
3:30 p.m. Entertainment By MARY KENNEDY ~ A History of canada’s Fiddle Music ~ In the Park
4:00 p.m. Donkey Display~ Cattle Pavilion
6:00 p.m. Entertainment By Rambling Valley Band ~ In the Park
7:00 p.m. Fair Grand Opening ~ Main Stage
8:00 p.m. Entertainment By Doubleback ~ Main Stage
Christmas in July
10:00am – 4:00pm
Many businesses will be hosting a sidewalk sale, with discounts on select items! See participating business list below. Be sure to stop by our downtown markets, including the Rideau Heartland Center Indoor Market at 23 Beckwith St. N., and the Downtown Farmers’ Market & Davidson Courtyard Outdoor Market on Russell St. W.
Participating Businesses Include:
Swissmiss Bridal
Sugold Jewellers
Arlie’s Books
Knit Knackers
Fashion Envy
Michele’s Doorway to Splendour
Modern Thymes Health & Bulk Foods
HD Office Supplies
Marianne Style
Duchess Boutique
Smith’s Shoes Comfort & Corrective Footwear
Debbie’s Serenity Room
D & D Crafts N Treasures
The Rideau Winery
Special Greetings
Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery
The Rideau Candy Shoppe
Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing
Harmony Gallery & Studio
Dawn’s Closet
C’est Tout Bakery
SUNDAY, JULY 31
150th Lombardy Fair
11:00am – 11:00pm
Midway Hours:
Sunday Open 12:00pm to 9:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Sunday – Pay One Price $25.00, valid 12pm to 9pm, sold until 8pm
Daily Schedule:
11:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Lynn mcnabb (the Leather Lady) (All Day),
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
11am-8pm Carving Demonstrations by Wolf creek carving ~ outside office area
11am-4pm Demonstrations & Displays ~ Homecraft Building
Stain Glass Display by Rita Troop ~ Homecraft Building
11:30 a.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By Smith and Smith ~ In the Park
11:30am-1:00pm Tea Room – homemade sandwiches & baked goods. FREE WILL DONATION ~ Agricultural Hall
12 noon Extreme Cowboy Races ~ Horse Show Ring
Frying Pan Throwing Contest ~ outside office area
12pm-3pm “Cruise In” Smiths Falls ~ on karting track
12:30 p.m. Farmer’s Olympics ~ Cattle Pavilion
Baby Show Registration ~ In the Park
1:00 p.m. Baby Show ~ In the Park
4X4 Truck Pulls ~ on track, in front of Bleachers
2:00 p.m. Kid’s Tractor Pull ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By RYNESTONE MAGIC SHOW ~ In the Park
2:00-5:00 p.m. Entertainment On THE RE/MAX STAGE ~ SF Kinsmen Beer Gardens
2:30 p.m. Entertainment By County Road 5 ~ In the Park
3:00 p.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
4:00 p.m. Family chicken bbq ~ Agricultural Hall Catered by Delta united Church
4:30 p.m. Entertainment By Simon Clark ~ In the Park
6:00 p.m. Entertainment By Rocky High and Northern Lights ~ In the Park
MONDAY, AUGUST 1
150th Lombardy Fair
9:00am – 4:00pm
Midway Hours:
Monday Open 11:00am to 4:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Monday – Pay One Price $20.00, valid 11am to 4pm, sold until 3pm
Daily Schedule:
9:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Lynn mcnabb (the Leather Lady) (All Day),
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
9th Annual 4-H Horse Show & Brush up on Your Skills Day ~ Horse Show Ring
9am-4pm Carving Demonstrations by Wolf creek carving ~ outside office area
MASONIC.h.I.P. Child Find Program ~ Agricultural Hall
11:00 a.m. Horse and Pony Pull ~ on track, in front of Bleachers
Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
12:30 p.m. Lombardy 4-H Club Dairy Achievement Day ~ Cattle Pavilion
12:30 p.m. Entertainment By Jessica Wedden ~ Fiddle Music ~ In the Park
1:00 p.m. Classic Championship Wrestling ~ by the Grandstand
2:00 p.m. Kid’s Tractor Pull ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By the G-Men ~ In the Park
4:00 p.m. Homecraft Draw Freezer & Meat Draw
4:00 p.m. Fair Closes
Lost Stations of Eastern Ontario
10:00am – 4:00pm
Lost Stations of Eastern Ontario
When the railways began to push through the countryside more than 150 years ago, it was thought that the small rural communities would be forever linked by iron and steel. Today much of what remains of the fated railway lines are the lonely stations peeking out of the overgrown rural countryside of Eastern Ontario. Come discover the Lost Stations at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario,
90 William St. W., Smiths Falls
www.rmeo.org
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 22 – 24
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 22 – 24
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
SATURDAY, JULY 23
Downtown Farmers’ Market
8:00am – 1:00pm
Join us outside Davidson Courtyard on Russell St. W. on Saturday mornings throughout the summer to enjoy farm-fresh products, seasonal* vegetables/fruits, home baked goods, honey, pepperoni, etc… and locally crafted items.
7 Russell St. W., Smiths Falls
SUNDAY, JULY 24
Lombardy Karting Association Race Meet
10:00am – 2:00pm
Lombardy Fair Grounds.
Lombardy Karting Association meets every other Sunday at a dedicated go-kart track at the Lombardy Fairgrounds in Smiths Falls, Ontario. Nationally sanctioned races are run for go-kart owners ages 7 and up. Drivers race for trophies and total points towards the season championship. The focus is on family fun. Spectators are always welcome and always free..
lombardykarting.com
Rolling Thunder Car Club Show & Shine
10:00am – 3:30pm
Free Admission for spectators to view cars
Non alcoholic beverages please! The food vendors start at 9am. There will be door prizes and the draw will be all day long. There will also be live music by the Doherty Brothers and a 50/50 draw. Club members are not eligible for any prizes or awards. Mayjor door prizes will be drawn after the awards. You and your vehicle must be present on the ground to win any of the major door prizes. All prizes are subject to change without notice.
Please support all of our generous sponsors.
Admission: $10.00 per vehicle at the entrance – 8:00am til noon. The first 150 registered vehicles will receive a goody bag.
Vendors: $10.00 per booth (pay at registration tent day of the show)
For more information contact:
Rick Desjardins: 613-284-1884 hdsjardins@cogeco.ca
Lyall McKay: 613-284-1611 lmcair@ripnet.com
Facebook: Smiths Falls Rolling Thunder Car Club
Lower Reach Park, Smiths Falls
Posts Tagged ‘Lombardy’
Local eatery serves up local flavours
By Sally Smith
sally@pdgmedia.ca
Laurie Anne Brennan has a large, noisy family. They come to eat at her newly opened, freshly painted NOAL Pantry and Local Food Eatery often. Her mom’s favourite is the eggs Benedict, and her 12-year-old niece Haley’s favourite is the gluten-free brownie. Brennan’s mom laughs and says she taught her daughter everything she knows but amends quickly that Brennan taught her a few things, too.
The food at NOAL is good — not only does her family say so; others in the small eatery agree. It’s good because everything is fresh, tasty and filling; it’s also good because Brennan puts her money where her heart is.
NOAL stands for natural, organic, artisan and local. “Everything is as local as I can make it,” she says, ‘local’ within a two to three hour drive. And when she can’t get local (like avocados), she purchases from smaller companies, like Quattrocchi in Smiths Falls. Some of her regular suppliers include: Highland Organics garlic (Lombardy), Valley Cutters beef (Smiths Falls), and Rideau Pine Farms veggies (North Gower). Her Bennys and breakfast sandwiches are made with Rosecamp Farms eggs (Perth).
NOAL is brand new. It opened Sept. 2 and Brennan says she is still recovering from the frantic rush to get it going. It’s located at 5 Main Street East in Smiths Falls with lots of parking and easy access. The eatery seats about 40 and is bright and clean, with grey walls and white trim. Menus and specials are posted on large boards, making them easy to see and easy to update.
Lawrence Brennan, the eatery owner’s dad, eats lunch there regularly. Ask him his favourite – “All the soups…every bowl,” he grins. Take, for instance, rustic beet with yogurt and a tea biscuit. The biscuit is large and buttery, the soup filled with beets, potatoes and celery, and topped with organic yogurt and green onion.
Lisa Brennan-Trudel, Brennan’s sister, loves the chicken salad, while Sue Alder, a good friend, says the spinach salad is “great.”
If customers need special attention, Brennan’s kitchen is nut-free, has a dedicated space for gluten-free dishes and offers vegan and vegetarian options. And, for heaven’s sake, try the lemon square!
Brennan is self-taught, but has worked in the food industry her whole life. She first worked at Tim Horton’s, started waitressing as a teenager, went to Seneca College for fashion and then jumped right back into food. Her next goal is to become a Red Seal Chef; the certification recognizes skills, experience, creativity and professionalism.
That creativity Brennan puts into her signature sandwich: roast pork loin dressed with caramelized onion, aged cheddar, mustard and Spicy Red Bombay Pepper Jelly. She says, in all seriousness, there are no substitutes with this sandwich — you take it like it is (meaning there’s nothing better!)
Sandwiches and desserts are served on colourful old plates and saucers, filtered water is offered in Mason jars and there is unique artwork on the walls. Brennan says she caters events but “people have to want what I offer.”
The prices, too, are on theme with being fair. Only $2.95 for tea biscuit or $6.50 for a breakfast sandwich, consisting of eggs on a brioche with lettuce, tomatoes and green onion aioli. The most you’ll pay is $16 for the Back 40 Bonnechere and coming down the price list a little, is the Smoked Coho Salmon for $14.95.
Starting mid-September, Brennan will have help from April Miner, an experienced, and local, waitress. Miner, too, has been in the food business for many years and is a familiar face around Smiths Falls.
NOAL Pantry and Local Food Eatery
5 Main Street East, Smiths Falls
613-706-2188
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cash only
Main Photo Cutline: Lawrence Brennan, Sr. lunches with the ladies at his daughter’s newly opened pantry and eatery. The ladies are Haley Trudel, 12, Lisa Brennan-Trudel, Robin Black, Sue Alder, Anne Lemay and Lyla Brennan. Photo Credit; Sally Smith
Laurie Anne Brennan chooses local foods (and sunflowers) for her newly opened restaurant on Main Street in Smiths Falls.
It’s open! Tea Biscuit or sandwich…it’s all good.
Brennan’s signs are her philosophy – local is the best way to go.
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 4 – 6
Smiths Falls weekend guide: November 4 – 6
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Victim Services Lanark County Drop In
8:30am – 4:00pm
Victim Services Lanark County is a community-based program that provides immediate, confidential short-term crisis intervention services, practical assistance, information, referrals and emotional support to persons affected by crime, tragedy and disaster. Everyone is welcome. Drop in and speak to one of our staff! All services are free, voluntary and confidential.
Carambeck Community Centre
351 Bridge Street, Carleton Place
For more information visit www.victimserviceslanark.ca
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Annual Craft Sale
Join us for our annual craft sale at the Smiths Falls Civitan.
Smiths Falls Civitan
Mary Lou Linton: 613.283.7172
Jeannette Crawford: 613.293.5405
Candy Cane Bazaar & Luncheon
11:00am – 2:00pm
Great Christmas gifts for everyone! Crafts, baking, accessories, jewellery, balloon burst & more.
Free Admission
Luncheon:$6
Trinity United Church Smiths Falls
41 Market St. N.
Dance with the Doherty Brothers
8:00pm – 12:00am (midnight)
Come out for an evening of fun & dance in support of the community pool.
Tickets at Special Greetings, 8 Russell St. E. or The Aquatic Recreation Centre, 361 Queen St.
Gallipeau Centre
361 Queen St.
Art Journey’s Annual Fall Show and Sale
10:00am – 4:00pm
Come meet the artists and shop for some one of a kind creations.
Door prizes to be drawn at the end of show on Sunday.
Live entertainment by Vine Rhymes both days 10 am- 4 pm.
Artists Demos throughout both days- see website for schedule.
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia St. W.
www.artjourneysmithsfalls.com
35th Annual Art Show & Sale
10:30am – 4:30pm
35th Annual Art Show & Sale, with Christmas Artisan Market – Original works by over 30 local artists. Whether your personal taste leans towards landscapes, still life studies, impressionism or sculpture, you will be surprised and pleased by the wide variety of works available. Come find the perfect Christmas gift for family, friends or yourself!
Heritage House Museum
Carol Miller: 613.283.6311
heritagehouse@smithsfalls.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageHouseMuseum
www.smithsfalls.ca/heritagehouse
Giant Falls Craft Fair
10:00am – 3:00pm
Join us for our annual craft fair. If you are interested in a table please contact Carol at 613-283-3631. Free admission and canteen available.
Lombardy Agricultural Hall
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Art Journey’s Annual Fall Show and Sale
10:00am – 4:00pm
Come meet the artists and shop for some one of a kind creations.
Door prizes to be drawn at the end of show on Sunday.
Live entertainment by Vine Rhymes both days 10 am- 4 pm.
Artists Demos throughout both days- see website for schedule.
Smiths Falls Memorial Community Centre
71 Cornelia St. W.
www.artjourneysmithsfalls.com
8th Annual Hymn Sing-a-long
Dessert & coffee at 6pm with the hymn sing at 7pm
Bethel United in Rideau Ferry.
With the Bethel United Church choir and special guests the Rideau Mellowdears all male chorus.
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 29 – August 1
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 29 – August 1
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
FRIDAY, JULY 29
Happy 6th Anniversary Jewel’s Perth
9:00am – 5:00pm
Celebrate 6 years in Perth and our 1 year expansion at 48 Wilson St. W., Perth (in the Metro Mall)! Lots of sales, draws, fun and refreshments to thank our community! See you at Jewel’s – you won’t want to miss this!!!
Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing Store – Smiths Falls & Perth
18 William Street East, Smiths Falls
150th Lombardy Fair
3:00pm – 11:00pm
Midway Hours:
Friday Open 3:00pm to 11:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Friday – Pay One Price $25.00, valid 3pm to 11pm, sold until 10pm
Daily Schedule:
3:00 p.m. Gates open to public
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
6:30 p.m. Registration for Junior Fair Ambassador Contest ~ In the Park
7:00 p.m. Junior Fair Ambassador Contest (Contest open to all children 10 years and under) ~ In the Park
7:30 p.m. Demolition Derby ~ Center of track
SATURDAY, JULY 30
Downtown Farmers’ Market
9:00am – 2:00pm
**New Hours** The Downtown Smiths Falls Farmers’ Market will now run from 9:00am – 2:00pm on Saturdays! See you on Russell Street West!
150th Lombardy Fair
9:00am – 11:00pm
Midway Hours:
Saturday Open 11:00am to 11:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Saturday – Pay One Price $30.00, valid 11am to 11pm, sold until 10pm
Daily Schedule:
9:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Lynn mcnabb (the Leather Lady) (All Day),
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
9am-8pm Carving Demonstrations by Wolf creek carving ~ outside office area
10am-4pm Demonstrations & Displays ~ Homecraft Building
Stain Glass Display by Rita Troop ~ Homecraft Building
10:30 a.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstration~ Cattle Pavilion
11:00 a.m. Kids Tractor Pull ~ Cattle Pavilion
11:30am-1:00pm Tea Room – homemade sandwiches & baked goods. FREE WILL DONATION ~ Agricultural Hall
12 noon Farmer’s Olympics ~ Cattle Pavilion
Ranch Competition ~ Horse Show Ring
1:00 p.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
Antique Tractor, Farm Stock and Lawn & Garden
Tractor Pull ~ on track, in front of Bleachers
Entertainment By Mississippi Squares ~ Square Dancing ~ In the Park
1:30 p.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstration~ Cattle Pavilion
2:00 p.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By RUNAWAY ~ In the Park
2-5:00 p.m. Entertainment On THE RE/MAX STAGE ~ SF Kinsmen Beer Gardens
3:00 p.m. Sheep Shearing Demonstration~ Cattle Pavilion
3:30 p.m. Entertainment By MARY KENNEDY ~ A History of canada’s Fiddle Music ~ In the Park
4:00 p.m. Donkey Display~ Cattle Pavilion
6:00 p.m. Entertainment By Rambling Valley Band ~ In the Park
7:00 p.m. Fair Grand Opening ~ Main Stage
8:00 p.m. Entertainment By Doubleback ~ Main Stage
Christmas in July
10:00am – 4:00pm
Many businesses will be hosting a sidewalk sale, with discounts on select items! See participating business list below. Be sure to stop by our downtown markets, including the Rideau Heartland Center Indoor Market at 23 Beckwith St. N., and the Downtown Farmers’ Market & Davidson Courtyard Outdoor Market on Russell St. W.
Participating Businesses Include:
Swissmiss Bridal
Sugold Jewellers
Arlie’s Books
Knit Knackers
Fashion Envy
Michele’s Doorway to Splendour
Modern Thymes Health & Bulk Foods
HD Office Supplies
Marianne Style
Duchess Boutique
Smith’s Shoes Comfort & Corrective Footwear
Debbie’s Serenity Room
D & D Crafts N Treasures
The Rideau Winery
Special Greetings
Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery
The Rideau Candy Shoppe
Jewel’s Gently Used Clothing
Harmony Gallery & Studio
Dawn’s Closet
C’est Tout Bakery
SUNDAY, JULY 31
150th Lombardy Fair
11:00am – 11:00pm
Midway Hours:
Sunday Open 12:00pm to 9:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Sunday – Pay One Price $25.00, valid 12pm to 9pm, sold until 8pm
Daily Schedule:
11:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Lynn mcnabb (the Leather Lady) (All Day),
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
11am-8pm Carving Demonstrations by Wolf creek carving ~ outside office area
11am-4pm Demonstrations & Displays ~ Homecraft Building
Stain Glass Display by Rita Troop ~ Homecraft Building
11:30 a.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By Smith and Smith ~ In the Park
11:30am-1:00pm Tea Room – homemade sandwiches & baked goods. FREE WILL DONATION ~ Agricultural Hall
12 noon Extreme Cowboy Races ~ Horse Show Ring
Frying Pan Throwing Contest ~ outside office area
12pm-3pm “Cruise In” Smiths Falls ~ on karting track
12:30 p.m. Farmer’s Olympics ~ Cattle Pavilion
Baby Show Registration ~ In the Park
1:00 p.m. Baby Show ~ In the Park
4X4 Truck Pulls ~ on track, in front of Bleachers
2:00 p.m. Kid’s Tractor Pull ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By RYNESTONE MAGIC SHOW ~ In the Park
2:00-5:00 p.m. Entertainment On THE RE/MAX STAGE ~ SF Kinsmen Beer Gardens
2:30 p.m. Entertainment By County Road 5 ~ In the Park
3:00 p.m. Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
4:00 p.m. Family chicken bbq ~ Agricultural Hall Catered by Delta united Church
4:30 p.m. Entertainment By Simon Clark ~ In the Park
6:00 p.m. Entertainment By Rocky High and Northern Lights ~ In the Park
MONDAY, AUGUST 1
150th Lombardy Fair
9:00am – 4:00pm
Midway Hours:
Monday Open 11:00am to 4:00pm
2016 Midway Specials*:
Monday – Pay One Price $20.00, valid 11am to 4pm, sold until 3pm
Daily Schedule:
9:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Lynn mcnabb (the Leather Lady) (All Day),
Antique Country Display & Livestock Displays ~ Cattle Pavilion
Memorabilia Display ~ Agricultural Hall
9th Annual 4-H Horse Show & Brush up on Your Skills Day ~ Horse Show Ring
9am-4pm Carving Demonstrations by Wolf creek carving ~ outside office area
MASONIC.h.I.P. Child Find Program ~ Agricultural Hall
11:00 a.m. Horse and Pony Pull ~ on track, in front of Bleachers
Pig Scramble ~ Cattle Pavilion
12:30 p.m. Lombardy 4-H Club Dairy Achievement Day ~ Cattle Pavilion
12:30 p.m. Entertainment By Jessica Wedden ~ Fiddle Music ~ In the Park
1:00 p.m. Classic Championship Wrestling ~ by the Grandstand
2:00 p.m. Kid’s Tractor Pull ~ Cattle Pavilion
Entertainment By the G-Men ~ In the Park
4:00 p.m. Homecraft Draw Freezer & Meat Draw
4:00 p.m. Fair Closes
Lost Stations of Eastern Ontario
10:00am – 4:00pm
Lost Stations of Eastern Ontario
When the railways began to push through the countryside more than 150 years ago, it was thought that the small rural communities would be forever linked by iron and steel. Today much of what remains of the fated railway lines are the lonely stations peeking out of the overgrown rural countryside of Eastern Ontario. Come discover the Lost Stations at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario,
90 William St. W., Smiths Falls
www.rmeo.org
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 22 – 24
Smiths Falls weekend guide: July 22 – 24
Check out the weekend guide below to find out what is going on in your community.
SATURDAY, JULY 23
Downtown Farmers’ Market
8:00am – 1:00pm
Join us outside Davidson Courtyard on Russell St. W. on Saturday mornings throughout the summer to enjoy farm-fresh products, seasonal* vegetables/fruits, home baked goods, honey, pepperoni, etc… and locally crafted items.
7 Russell St. W., Smiths Falls
SUNDAY, JULY 24
Lombardy Karting Association Race Meet
10:00am – 2:00pm
Lombardy Fair Grounds.
Lombardy Karting Association meets every other Sunday at a dedicated go-kart track at the Lombardy Fairgrounds in Smiths Falls, Ontario. Nationally sanctioned races are run for go-kart owners ages 7 and up. Drivers race for trophies and total points towards the season championship. The focus is on family fun. Spectators are always welcome and always free..
lombardykarting.com
Rolling Thunder Car Club Show & Shine
10:00am – 3:30pm
Free Admission for spectators to view cars
Non alcoholic beverages please! The food vendors start at 9am. There will be door prizes and the draw will be all day long. There will also be live music by the Doherty Brothers and a 50/50 draw. Club members are not eligible for any prizes or awards. Mayjor door prizes will be drawn after the awards. You and your vehicle must be present on the ground to win any of the major door prizes. All prizes are subject to change without notice.
Please support all of our generous sponsors.
Admission: $10.00 per vehicle at the entrance – 8:00am til noon. The first 150 registered vehicles will receive a goody bag.
Vendors: $10.00 per booth (pay at registration tent day of the show)
For more information contact:
Rick Desjardins: 613-284-1884 hdsjardins@cogeco.ca
Lyall McKay: 613-284-1611 lmcair@ripnet.com
Facebook: Smiths Falls Rolling Thunder Car Club
Lower Reach Park, Smiths Falls
