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Tillsonburg

Station Arts Centre Rotary Clock Tower

Tillsonburg has a long-stand-ing reputation as a family-friendly community thatoffers abundant amenities tocitizens and visitors alike.Everyone enjoys the popularand active Water Park aswell as scenic, central LakeLisgar, a perfect place torelax with a picnic or to enjoya water-side stroll.Tillsonburg is home to theoutstanding AnnandaleNational Historic Site, theTillson Avenue home that isa superb example of theAesthetic Arts Movement.The fully accessible housefeatures unique painted ceil-ings, stained glass and peri-od furnishings and with itsmodern wing serves as thecommunity museum, openyear round. Through April19, Annandale presents“Trinkets & Treasures”; fromMay 23 through Aug. 30, themuseum presents“Something Old –Something New,” showcas-

ing wedding gowns. May23, Annandale participatesin “Doors Open Oxford” .Annandale also hostsCanada Day Open House,July 1.You’ll find thatTillsonburg’s shopping dis-tricts are unique. Thetown’s main street,Broadway, is lined with asurprising quantity andquality of local shops.There are also thrivingshopping complexes at theentrances to the town.Tillsonburg is also knownfor its unique approach tolocal culture. A short blockwest of the north end of theshopping area is theStation Arts Centre, homeof the local Craft Guild, gal-leries, a gift shop and fea-tured artists. This is alsowhere you will find the pop-ular, local Farmers’ Market,on a weekly basis in sea-son. The town also has anactive local theatre. TheatreTillsonburg presents NeilSimon’s “God’s Favorite”

May 28-31 and June 4-7at the Otter ValleyPlayhouse.The Canadian HarvardAircraft Association isbased at the Tillsonburgairport; special events thisseason include participa-tion in Doors Open Oxford,May 23, the first “Fly Day”of the season. All hangarswill be open for tours andvisitors have the opportu-nity to book backseat rides(e-mailbtrow1946@yahoo.ca). OnJuly 25, CHAA celebratesthe 100th Anniversary ofCanadian Aviation.The annual Tri-CountyAgricultural Fair is set forAugust 13-16.Tillsonburg offers some-thing for everyone, fromoutdoor activities such asthe innovative water park,to shopping and culturalattractions; this communitydefinitely has it all!

Community Centre

GETTING THERE: Turn southoff 401 at Hwy.19 (Plank Road),exit 218 & continue south intotown. You can also arrive fromeast or west via Highway 3.INFORMATION: 519-842-2294www.tillsonburg.caemail: tourism@tillsonburg.ca

Lake Lisgar Waterpark

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WaterlooWaterloo has an internation-al reputation as a key com-munity of the 21st century.As the home of high techgiants, important academiccentres and innovative insti-tutions, Waterloo attractswide-spread internationalattention. It’s largelybecause of the many cuttingedge businesses, as well astwo universities and otherimportant institutions, thatWaterloo has developed itspersonality — bright, cre-ative, hospitable, culturally-aware, and entertaining.If you name the top tenthings you want to do on anurban vacation, odds aregood you can do them all inWaterloo. Of course, if youwant a rural vacation,Waterloo is also the placefor you, because this small,manageable city sits on theedge of Mennonite country,rich in tradition, known for

arts and crafts and farm-gate produce.But back to the urban cen-tre: entertainment isunbounded in this city, withlive theatre and music con-certs. Waterloo is home toThe University of Waterloo,and Wilfrid LaurierUniversity – and these pres-tigious institutions play amajor role in the city’svibrant cultural and enter-tainment life.Waterloo is home to fabu-lous restaurants catering toall tastes, as well as cafés,authentic pubs, chic bars

and lots of nightclubs.Thereare great places to stay,such as Hotel Laurier, TheWaterloo Inn, and TheWaterloo Hotel.Waterloo offers great out-door activities, from golf atthe prestigious Grey Siloscourse – rated among thetop 25 public courses inOntario, and part of the GolfNorth family – to hiking thetrails in 1,1000 acres of cityparks and green spaces.RIM Park covers 500 acreson the banks of the GrandRiver, and includes a 13-acre continued on page 36

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Tillsonburg is a vibrantcommunity at the heart ofa unique part of southernOntario. One popularattraction is Coyle’sCountry Store, located at

Highway 19 and AirportRoad just north of town,famous for famous freshroasted nuts and bakingsupplies, giftware and col-lectibles.In the heart of town, the

Tillsonburg Town Centreis a popular place tobrowse. The downtownshopping district is largeand varied; you really willfind everything you seek“on Broadway”.Visitors to Tillsonburgbecome enthusiastic fansof the community. Theycome for its natural setting– from the Lake Lisgarparkland to the rollingcountryside. They comefor unique shopping andfriendly atmosphere. Andthey always come back.

Fresh Roasted Nuts, Baking Supplies,Unique Giftware & Collectibles

HWY. 19 & AIRPORT ROAD, TILLSONBURG519-842-5945 800-559-7350

www.coylescountrystore.com

Perimeter InstituteUptown Waterloo

Rotary Clock Tower

Lake LisgarWilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo offers over 1000 acres of parks and walking trails.

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nature sanctuary, the ElamMartin Heritage Farmstead,12 premier sports fields, sixbaseball diamonds, threechildren’s playgrounds, twobeach volleyball courts, 15km. of paved trails, fourOlympic sized ice pads, twoNBA double gymnasiums,and a 40,000 square footindoor field house. It is trulya park for all seasons.Waterloo Park offersWaterloo’s first schoolhouse,an original farmhouse, a

replica structure of theAbraham Erb Grist Mill, adomestic animal display,Victorian Gardens, Lion’sLagoon water park, and ascenic view of Silver Lakefrom the promenade.Waterloo boasts 1,100acres of parks and trails,including open-air spaceswhere music and theatre arestaged. Enjoy the extensivesystem of trails throughoutthe city. City of Waterlootrails take you throughUptown Waterloo, parkland,

natural areas, woodlandsand creek corridors. Thereare multi-use trails for hiking,jogging, cycling and rollerblading, as well as bikeroutes along city streets.Wherever possible, trails areaccessible for people withmobility limitations.Laurel Creek ConservationArea covers 294 hectares(725 acres). This beautifulnatural setting around a lakeis open from May 1 to Oct.15, with swimming, wind-surfing, hiking and birding.Uptown Waterloo is a safe,friendly, innovative area,with unique shops, greatdining and entertainmentlocales, and plenty of park-ing. While there are plenty ofother shopping areas in thecity, the central core has notlost its important vitality.From June 13-14, visitorswill enjoy the free, outdoorWaterloo Arts Festival, withinternational performancesand visual arts

(www.waterlooartsfestival.com)The free, Annual UpTownWaterloo Country Festivalgoes June 20: great Countrymusic, food, a fully licensedarea, and an invitation tobrowse UpTown Waterloo forfabulous shopping with over360 shops and services, over40 of which are eateries.A popular Waterloo attrac-tion is reborn in the WaterlooCentral Railway, providingsteam train travel betweenWaterloo and St. Jacobs,with a short stop at theMarket (where customershave the option of detrainingto shop and catch a latertrain). The trains runsThursdays and Saturdays,beginning May 2, withTuesday runs starting June16, and early-season runs onSaturdays in April.July brings the UpTownWaterloo Jazz Festival, July17-19. And Waterloo is inter-nationally famous for itsWaterloo Buskers Carnival,August 27-30.Whatever brings you toWaterloo – business, invest-ment, education, confer-ences – be sure to scheduleenough time for relaxation inthis comfortable but cosmo-politan community.

Waterloo Rec CentreUniversity of Waterloo

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GETTING THERE: One hourfrom Toronto, London andHamilton. Take Hwy. 401 & exitoff Hwy. 8 to Kitchener-Waterloo, follow Hwy. 85 northINFORMATION:www.visitor.on.ca/waterloo

Special EventsFestivals, Tours &

Seasonal Celebrations

Apr. 25-26, KitchenerEARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS,Joseph Schneider Haus,www.region.waterloo.on.ca/jsh.April 29-May 30, St. JacobsDISNEY HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL,This School Rocks Like No Other! St.Jacobs Country Playhouse, 40Benjamin Rd. E., Waterloo; RegularPerformance $38.00; Previews $31.00;18 & Under $20.00; 1-888-449-4463.Ongoing May -Sept, KitchenerTHE GRAND NATIONAL 2009, TheJoseph Schneider Haus NationalHistoric Site, will be hosting a mini-Grand National from May throughSeptember. It will feature fabulouspostcard quilt art! 466 Queen St. S.519-742-7752www.region.waterloo.on.ca/jsh.May 1-August 30, BadenBRILLIANCE OF BIRKS EXHIBIT,Castle Kilbride, 60 Snyderʼs RoadWest; exhibit included in regular admis-sion. www.castlekilbride.ca,519-634-8444.May 2 - October 12, Cambridge,African Lion Safari celebrates its 40th"WILD" Season. 1386 Cooper Road.www.lionsafari.com; 519-623-2620 or800-461-WILD (9453).May 2-3, Milton,THE MILTON FARM SPRING CRAFTSHOW, Country Heritage Park, 8560Tremaine Road in MiltonOver 140 of Canada's finest Crafters,Live Entertainment, featuring two timeJuno nominee Michael Pickett, and lotsof great food. Adults $5.00 Under 12Free Free parking - Debit machine.9am to 4pm. Call 1-888-307-3276www.miltonfarmcraftshows.com.

The elegant ambiance combined

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The heartbeat of VisitorCountry is found, not onlyin the cities of our beauti-ful region, but throughoutthe peaceful countryside.While we are justifiablyproud of our larger com-munities, there is so muchmore to explore outsidethe urban boundaries. Andspring is the perfect sea-son for you to enjoy a“Backroad Adventure”,discovering the delights ofour rural areas and smalltowns. Here you will findthe real tastes and treas-ures of Visitor Country,from carefully-made quiltsand furniture to authenticcuisine you can enjoy onsite or take home. Youcan also explore the fasci-nating history and tradi-tions of the area.We suggest three alter-native “entry points” onthe accompanying map,each of them attractions intheir own right – the popu-lar and multi-faceted St.Jacobs Market District; orthe tourist-friendly villageof St. Jacobs itself, or thetown of Elmira, home ofthe world-famous ElmiraMaple Syrup Festival,which this year serves upthe sweet on April 4,2009. From these startingpoints, launch out on afun-finding tour includingthese stops:

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Banquets • Catering • Restaurants• Bus Groups Welcome• Fantastic Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner, Sunday Buffet (St. Agatha)

• Ample Free Parking• Seniors & Children’s Menu• Visit Angie’s Gift Shop (St. Agatha)

• CAA, AAA approved

Uptown Waterloo47 Erb St. W.519-886-2540

St. Agatha1761 Erbs Rd.519-747-1700

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fax 519-698-1143www.marhaven.net

marhaven2005@bellnet.ca

Newly ExpandedShowroom Addition

WeCustomize...bedroom,living room,bathroom,office &dining room furniture

Castle Kibride National Historic Site in Baden is home to the finestexamples of Victorian printed decor in the area.

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“We’ll make it just likethey want it; we listen toour customers.”

>> South of Crosshill fol-low Hutchison Road, andturn left on Queen’s BushRd. At the main intersec-tion in Wellesley, turnright onto Nafziger Roadand drop in for a friendlyvisit at the newly expand-ed, family-owned ShantzCountry Treasures, 3546Nafziger Road. TheShantz family has a new,9,000 sq. ft. showroomand warehouse filled withhand-crafted Mennonite-made furniture and solidwood mouldings anddoors. Visit, enjoy, andpurchase some of thisarea’s excellent woodproducts. The ShantzFamily is especiallyenthused to help youdesign your “custom”piece of heirloom furnitureand also supply you withthe household baseboard,mouldings and doors thatyou just cannot find any-where else.

>> The village of Wellesleyis famous for its annualApple Butter and CheeseFestival. And the goodnews is, the wonderfultastes of local apple prod-ucts can be enjoyed yearround at Wellesley AppleProducts, producers of thebest apple butter and thepurest sweet cider. Theauthentic Waterloo Countyproducts are always wortha stop in the friendly villageof Wellesley.

>> Wellesley village pres-ents Art Round the Pondon Saturday June 20, from10 am to 4 pm, at theWellesley Ponds. All roadslead to Wellesley for thiscelebration of the Arts, anda chance to experience vil-lage life. Visual artists, pot-ters, photographers, quil-ters, and musicians will beexhibiting their talents atthis one day, annual artexhibition and sale. Meetthe artists, shop from theirbooths, and enjoy liveentertainment while sam-pling some wine and local

cheeses and absorbing theatmosphere! For more infor-mation,www.artroundthepond.ca.Artists interested in partici-pating are asked to contact519-656-9164 orartroundthepond@gmail.com.

>> In St. Agatha, enjoy aleisurely stop at Angie’sKitchen, an historic, 1854 innthat features fine Germancuisine, popular Sundaybrunches, and a menu andfacilities perfect for any occa-sion. Angie’s welcomes allvisitors, from lone cyclists tobus groups, and features anintriguing gift shop. Angie’s islocated just across the inter-section from the beautiful St.Agatha church, also worth avisit after you have dined atAngie’s Kitchen.

>>Visit Baden’s CastleKilbride, the restoredVictorian mansion andmuseum that was oncehome to “Flax King” JamesLivingston. Livingston hadhis “castle” – named for hisbirthplace in Scotland – dec-orated with ceiling and wallmurals of great splendour.The Castle is furnished withmany items from theLivingston family, from din-nerware to opulent libraryfurniture. Christmas meansmany special attractions atCastle Kilbride NationalHistoric Site.

>> Oak Grove Cheese is amust for any visitors with alove for the finest Canadian

cheeses. This long-timefamily business is locatedin a historic New Hamburgbuilding – once upon atime one of the first brew-eries in the region. OakGrove is famous for a wide

>> At The CrossroadsFamily Restaurant Ltd. &The Mercantile, you canenjoy home cooking with-out the bother of cookingat home! This Elmiraeatery is justifiably popu-lar, offering an authenticWaterloo County diningexperience – “food,” in thephrase made famous byWaterloo Region writerEdna Staebler, “that reallyschmecks.”

>> Buehler Line is thelocation of MarhavenFurniture, a family busi-ness run by young crafts-men. Marhaven special-izes in solid wood, cus-tom-made heirloom furni-ture, from bedrooms tochina cabinets, and theyhave just added a newshowroom. They willdesign and build almostany furniture a customer isseeking. They’re proud oftheir artistry, in theWaterloo County tradition:

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Oak Grove CheeseAt The Crossroads St. Agatha – Angie’s New Hamburg

Producers ofapple butter and

pure, sweet cider.Retail Store Open:

Mon. to Fri., 8am-5pmYear round

Sat. 8:30am-1pm, Sept. thru April3800 Nafziger Rd. N, Wellesley

519-656-2400

appleproducts

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OakGroveCheeseFactory Ltd.

Makers of fine quality cheeses

OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

SATURDAY 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

519-662-1212

29 Bleams Rd. E.,New Hamburg

Ontario

variety of cheese; fanswax especially eloquentabout their Old Cheddar.You’ll find there is muchto discover on the backroads of Visitor Country.

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NEW

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Shantz CountryTreasures

Mennonite Handcrafted FurnitureSolid Oak, Pine, Maple & Cherry

Specializing in . . .Solid Wood Mouldings & Doors

519-656-9981OPEN: Mon. to Fri. 8 -5 • Sat. 10-4

3546 Nafziger Road, Wellesleywww.shantzcountry.com

Visit the 1877 grand home of JamesLivingston, Canada’s “flax mill king.”

CASTLE KILBRIDENATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

60 SNYDER’S ROAD WEST, BADEN,519-634-8444, 1-800-469-5576

www.castlekilbride.ca

The Mighty Nith (Exhibit)March 7 - May 30

Photographic display of the beautiful,& powerful Nith River

The Brilliance of Birks(Exhibit)

May 1 - August 30Exquisite display of Birks silver.

On A Silver Platter....Tea & TourJune 22 - 26

Guests will be treated to a tour of theCastle and our Birks exhibit while themaid’s of Kilbride serve you tea and

goodies on a silver tray. 10-11:30 a.m.$15. Pre-registered groups of 15-50.

Daily Buffets • Full MenuOn-Site Gift Shop

Hours:Tues. to Sat. 8am - 8pm

Sun. 11am - 7pmMon. Closed (except holidays)

519.669.8117www.crossroadsrestaurant.ca

A Taste of Home When You’re Not

Wellesley - Art Around The Pond June 20

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ST. JACOBSVILLAGE

FARMERS’ MARKETANTIQUE MARKET

OUTLET MALL

Quality Bedding, Towels & Home Fashions at Factory Outlet PricesCAMBRIDGE64 Grand Ave. S.(Southworks Mall)(519) 622-5542

NIAGARA FALLS7500 Lundy’s Lane(Canada 1 Factory Outlet)(905) 371-3427

HAMILTON341 Ottawa St. N.(at Barton)(905) 549-3056

COOKSTOWNHwy#400/89(Mfr’s Outlet Mall)(705) 458-2442

St. Jacobs Factory Outlet Mall l 25 Benjamin Rd. l 519-746-9186

At the north edge of Waterloo,off Weber, on Benjamin Rd.next to the Farmers’ Market

Mon-Fri: 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday: 12-5 p.m.

800-265-3353 or 519-888-0138 ww ww ww ..ss tt jjaaccoobbss ..ccoomm

Special EventsFestivals, Tours &

Seasonal Celebrations

May 2, Rockton,PLANT SALE SPECTACULARWestfield Heritage Village, 1049Kirkwall Road.The Friends of Westfieldprovide excellent quality and reason-able prices on a large variety of peren-nials from the gardens of experiencedgardeners. All proceeds supportrestoration of Westfieldʼs very importantMisener House. Runs from 8 a.m. to 12noon. www.westfieldheritage.ca For more information, please call 1-800-883-0104 or 519-621-885.

North, 1-5 p.m. Enjoy an engaging tourwith one of our knowledgeable heritagepresenters. Try games and discover thegrounds that "Willie" King knew in hisyouth. Bring a picnic and exploreWoodside's oasis in the heart ofKitchener. Admission charge.www.pc.gc.ca/Woodside.

May 3, KitchenerOPENING RECEPTION, Art of QuiltingExhibition, Homer Watson House &Gallery, 1754 Old Mill Road, $3 admis-sion, 2-4pm. www.homerwatson.on.ca.May 4-5, Waterloo20TH ONTARIO TECHNOLOGICALSKILLS COMPETITION,Showcasing the skills and talents of stu-dents from across the province. RIMPark www.skillsontario.com.

May 7-10, New HamburgTHE WIZARD OF OZ, The CommunityPlayers of New Hamburg, NewHamburg Arena; The CommunityPlayers of New Hamburg Celebrate 25years of Community Theatre at its VeryBest in 2009. Tickets $26 adults, $24students and seniors, $13 Child, $5 eyeGO.www.thecommunityplayers.com; 519-662-4532.

May 16-18, KitchenerWOODSIDEʼS ROYALTY, TREASURES AND TREATS,Woodside National Historic Site ofCanada, Opening Weekend, 1- 5 p.m.A scavenger hunt will spice up your visitto the boyhood home of MackenzieKing. Admission charge.www.pc.gc.ca/woodside.

May 20-24, New HamburgNEW HAMBURG FESTIVAL OF THEARTS, various locations. A five-day fes-tival of music (opera, jazz, choral,roots), visual art, theatre, books andaboriginal culture.www.newhamburglive.com.

May 23-Aug. 30, TillsonburgSOMETHING OLD, SOMETHINGNEW, Annandale House Museum; anexhibition showcasing wedding gownsfrom the permanent collection.

May 23, Tillsonburg,DOORS OPEN OXFORD, AnnandaleHouse Museum, 10-4. As part of thiscounty-wide event our “Doors will beOpen”. Special exhibit highlighting Dr.Tillson Lever Harrison will be on display.May 23, TillsonburgFIRST FLY DAY OF THE SEASONCANADIAN HARVARD AIRCRAFTASSOCIATION (CHAA) AND BEINGPART OF DOORS OPEN. Events willgive visitors the opportunity to tourCHAAʼs restoration and maintenance

hangars, talk to our volunteers and havethe opportunity to see the Harvards upclose and, if they wish, book a back seatride. All events are open to the generalpublic. There is no admission charge butdonations to this all-volunteer organizationare gratefully accepted. There is a chargefor booking back seat rides. 244411Airport Road. 519-842-9922www.harvards.com.

May 26-30, St. Jacobs, Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, New Hamburg,Guelph & Fergus QUILT AND FIBRE ART FESTIVAL; An exciting variety of quilt andfibre art shows in the communities of St.Jacobs, Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridgeand New Hamburg – the quilt capital ofCanada! Admission varies per show. 1-800-265-3353.

May 27-30, CambridgeQUILTS GALORE 2009, David DurwardCentre, 62 Dickson Street; An exhibitionof quilts representing the talents andartistry of the David Durward Quilters,along with a variety of guest quilters. Ablend of traditional and contemporaryworks in a unique setting. FREE. 519-740-4681 ext 4370.

May 3, Burlington,A TASTE OF THE HEARTH, IrelandHouse at Oakridge Farm located at 2168Guelph Line 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.Sample the unforgettable flavour of foodscooked on a Historic Hearth at this uniquefood festival! As you tour the historicIreland House, meet theatrical charactersthat will make the history and lore ofIreland House come to life! Live music,performances, demonstrations and othersurprises! Tickets available in advance:$10.00 or 2 for $15.00www.museumsofburlington.com.

June 1-September 6, BadenHOOKED ON WATERLOO REGIONEXHIBIT, Castle Kilbride; Exhibit includ-ed in regular admission.www.castlekilbride.ca 519-634-8444.

June 6, CambridgeCAMBRIDGE ARTS FESTIVAL,Cambridge City Hall, 50 Dickson Street;This annual festival showcases local tal-ent in the arts; visual, musical, perform-ing and literary, childrenʼs area, andmuch more! Free admission. 10 am to10 pm. www.cambridgeartsfestival.com,519.740.4681 ext.4634.

JUNE 7, Wellington County THE 4TH ANNUAL GUELPHWELLINGTON LOCAL FOOD FESTIgnatius Farm, 5420 Hwy 6, north of Guelph, Free. Dig into Local Agriculture!Food, entertainment, workshops, kidsactivities and more.11:30-5pm

www.guelphchc.ca 519-6638 x-335.

June 7, CambridgeCAMBRIDGE RIVERFEST & DRAGONBOAT RACES, Riverbluffs Park, GeorgeSt. Free daytime concerts and kidsʼentertainment, food and craft vendors,beer garden, and of course, dragon boatraces! To register a Dragon boat team,visit www.cambridgeriverfest.com519.740.4681 ext. 7499.

June 7, KitchenerOPENING RECEPTION, 19THANNUAL WATSON EXHIBITION,Homer Watson House & Gallery, $3admission, 2-4pm.www.homerwatson.on.ca.

June 12, CambridgeMAYORʼS CELEBRATION OF THEARTS, Cambridge City Hall, 50 DicksonStreet. The evening will feature manylocal performing and visual artists in afun and comfortable setting. 7:30pm-10:30pm. www.cambridge.ca, 519-740-4681 ext. 4277.

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May 10, Port Rowan, MOTHERʼS DAY WILDFLOWERWALK, Treat moms and grandmas toa special day at Backus HeritageConservation Area. Enjoy a walkthrough the spring woods to look forcommon wildflowers including hepati-ca, trout lily, trilliums and others. Learnsome fascinating nature lore aboutthese plants. This popular woodlandwalk leaves from the ConservationEducation Centre at 2:00 pm.Admission is $2.00/person.www.lprca.on.ca519-586-2201 bhca@lprca.on.ca.

May 16 - September 30, KitchenerA DAY IN THE LIFE OF WILLIEKING, Woodside National Historic Siteof Canada, 528 Wellington Street

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ST . JACOBSBenjamin‘s Restaurant & Inn(CI)1430-1King St.N,St. Jacobs 519-664-3731www.stjacobs.com/benjamins ORHMA 9 C M

K ITCHENERComfort Inn, 2899 King St. E., Kitchener 519-894-3500www.choicehotels.ca/cn275 AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-866-373-4910 100 LF P H

Conestoga Residence & Conference Centre, ORHMA 519-895-227299 Conestoga College Blvd, Kit. www.checkintothecentre.com 1-877-225-8664 265 C LF H

Hampton Inn and Suites, 4355 King St. E., Kitchener 519-650-6090www.hamptoninnkitchener.com AAA, CAA, SR, CS 1-877-600-6090 82 A I F H

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Howard Johnson, 1333 Weber St. E., Kitchener 519-893-1234www.howardjohnsonkitchener.com AAA, CAA, ORHMA, IIO 1-800-1-GO-HOJO 102 C F

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Knights Inn, 1455 Weber St. E., Kitchener 519-893-6641www.knightsinn.com AAA, CAA 45 A O H

Radisson Hotel Kitchener Waterloo, 2960 King St. E., Kit. 519-894-9500www.radisson.com/kitchenerca AAA, CAA, ORHMA, 0AA, CS 1-800-333-3333 172 A I P HF

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Sherwood Motel, 1465 Weber St. E., Kitchener 519-893-6122CAA, 26 O F WI

Thriftlodge, 1175 Victoria St. N., Kitchener 519-742-7900www.victoriamotel.com ORHMA, 0AA 1-866-662-7900 37 F *Walper Terrace Hotel, (HI) 1 King St. W., Kitchener 519-745-4321www.walper.com CAA, AAA, ORHMA 1-800-265-8749 79 LF

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GUELPH ( c on t i n u ed )Ramada Hotel &ConferenceCentre, 716 Gordon St., Guelph 519-836-1240www.ramadaguelph.com AAA, CAA, ORHMA, 1-800-2RAMADA 104 F O P

Super 8 Motel, 281 Woodlawn Rd. W., Guelph 519-836-5850www.the.super8.com/guelph08073 AAA, CAA, ORHMA, OAA, CS 1-800-800-8000 34 LF

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BRANTFORDBest Western Brant Park Inn, 19 Holiday Dr., Brantford 519-753-8651www.brantparkinn.com AAA, CAA, ORHMA, OAA, IIO, CS 1-877-341-1234 158 C LF I F H

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Comfort Inn Brantford, 58 King George Rd., Brantford 519-753-3100www.choicehotels.ca/cn257 AAA, CAA, ORHMA, CS 1-800-228-5150 80 LF OS OS OS P * H*

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CAMBR IDGEBest Western Cambridge Hotel, 730 Hespeler Rd., 519-623-4600 www.bwcambridge.com AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-800-WESTERN 110 C A I P H

Cambridge Travelodge, 605 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, 519-622-1180www.travelodgecambridge.com AAA, CAA 1-800-578-7878 60 C H

WIComfort Inn, 220 Holiday Inn Drive, Cambridge 519-658-1100www.choicehotels.ca/cn260 AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-800-228-5150 82 C A P H

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Cambridge Hotel & Conference Centre, AAA, CAA, IA 519-622-1505700 Hespeler Rd, Cambridge, www.cambridgehotel.ca 1-866-622-1505 138 LF

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Hilton Garden Inn, 746 Old Hespeler Rd, Cambridge 519-620-8936www.kitchenercambridge.stayhgi.com AAA, CAA, IA, OAA, CS 1-866-373-6009 122 LF

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Holiday Inn Cambridge, 200 Holiday Inn Dr., Cambridge 519- 658-4601www.holiday-inn.com/cambridgecan AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-800-HOLIDAY 143 A IO IO P H

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Super 8 Cambridge, CAA, ORHMA, CS 519-622-1070650 Hespeler Rd.., Cambridge, www.super8cambridge.com 1-800-800-8000 77 C A O F H

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Fairfield Inn &Suites byMarriott, 35 Cowan Place, Guelph 519-763-2339www.marriott.com/ykffi AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-866-233-4961 88 C LF I I P H

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STRATFORD & AREAQueen’s Inn, (HI)161 Ontario St. Stratford 519-271-1400www.queensinnstratford.ca SHMA, 1-800-461-6450 32 A H

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ACCOMMODATION DESIGNATIONS:AAA ................ American Automobile AssociationCAA ................ Canadian Automobile AssociationSR .................. Select Registry (US)ORHMA .......... Ontario Restaurant, Hotel & Motel Association

OAA ................ Ontario Accommodations AssociationMTCVA .......... Metro Toronto Convention & Visitor Assoc.SHMA.............. Stratford Hotel/Motel AssociationIIO .................. Independent Innkeepers of OntarioCS ................ Canada Select Approved

* ........Some Rooms H ........High speed WI ......Wireless InternetC ........Continental Breakfast OS ......Off Site

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UN IVERS I TY CONFERENCE CENTRES (MAY - AUGUST )

University of Guelph, www.conferences.uoguelph.ca 519-824-4120University Centre, Room 432 Guelph University ext. 52353 3000 I H

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WOODSTOCKAltadore Quality Hotel & Suites, 580 Bruin Blvd., Woodstock 519-537-5586www.woodstockqualityhotel.com AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-800-667-4466 136 C O P H

WATERLOOBest Western St Jacobs Country Inn, 50 Benjamin Rd. E., 519-884-9295 www.stjacobscountryinn.com AAA, CAA, ORHMA 1-800-972-5371 119 C L P H

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Destination Inn & Suites, 547 King St. N, Waterloo 519-884-0100www.destinationinn.com AAA, CAA, OAA 1-866-222-9175 104 C L I H

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This year marks the 12th annual bicy-cle ride that is the Tour de Grand.Journey through the scenic rural routeof the Grand River. Coast through theurban areas of this beautiful city. Mapsand refreshments are provided.Bicycle helmets are mandatory.www.cambridgetourdegrand.com;519.740.4681 ext.4652.June 14, GuelphGARDENSCAPES 2009; Self-guidedtour of 8 private Guelph gardens, rainor shine presented by Volunteers ofMacdonald Stewart Art Centre.Admission $15. noon-5:30 pm; 519-837-0010.June 16-July 18, St. JacobsME AND MY GIRL, The PerfectMusical Comedy, St. Jacobs CountryPlayhouse; Regular Performance $38;Previews $31; 18 & Under $20; 1-888-449-4463.

June 20, WaterlooUPTOWN WATERLOO COUNTRYMUSIC FESTIVAL, Regina StreetParking Lot. New Country talent fromOntario, and across Canada. Free;Licensed venue, 2 pm-10:30pm. Rainor shine.www.uptowncountrywaterloo.com, 519-885-1921.

June 20, WellesleyART AROUND THE POND. Wellesley Pond. All roads lead toWellesley for this celebration of theArts, and a chance to experience vil-lage life. Visual artists, potters, photographers, quilters, and musicianswill be exhibiting their talents at this oneday, annual art exhibition and sale.Meet the artists, shop from their booths,enjoy live entertainment while samplingsome wine and local cheeses. 10am-4pm. www.artroundthepond.ca.

July 1, WaterlooCANADA DAY, featuring the very popu-lar Canada Day Fireworks Celebrationpresented by the University of Waterlooand the Federation of Students atColumbia Lake.

July 1, Tillsonburg,CANADA DAY OPEN HOUSE,Annandale House, 10am-4pm. A vari-ety of activities, crafts & quizzes, awardceremonies and Canada Day cake.

July 1, New HamburgCANADA DAY, Scott Park, with cruiseevent, rubber duck race, and Lions ̓fire-works in the evening.

July 7, 14, 21, 28. KitchenerTOONEY TUESDAYS, Downtown,Kitchener City Hall, Civic Square;Exciting childrenʼs entertainers take thestage. Fun for all ages.Admission isfree. 6:15-8pm.For a complete

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Langdon Hall Cambridge Hotel & Conference Centre Hampton Inn, & Suites, Kitchener

GREEN ACRE PARKWithin 5 km from St. Jacobs. Hwy 85 toNorthfield Drive West – follow signs.580 Beaver Creek Road, Waterloo.Drive thru & 50 amp sites available. Bigrigs welcome. www.greenacrepark.comToll free 1-877- 885-7275

WEST MONTROSE FAMILY CAMP6344 Line 86, West Montrose, ON.N0B 2V0. Between Guelph and Elmira.Picturesque view of the West MontroseCovered Bridge. Minutes from St.Jacobs Farmers Market and OutletMall. Two swimming pools, play-grounds, fishing, store and showers. 519-669-2129. www.westmontrosecamp.com