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January
February
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7.5 km classic and 25 km skating style loppets along Jocelyn Township ski trails.
Contact: Kitty Dustin, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 1753 or Janet Boucher (705) 246 - 2025 email: jocelynt@soonet.ca
Annual children's Twin Lakes ice fishing derby. Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers Association.
Contact: Steve Elliott, RR1, Hilton Beach ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 2507 / Email: steve.elliott@sympatico.ca
March
April
April 3 & 4, 10 & 11, 2004
Warm days and cool nights sets the sap a flowing . . . it's syrup making time on the Island. St. Joseph Island hosts a number of producers including a couple of World Champions and the largest syrup operation in Ontario. Many producers welcome visitors. Enjoy pancakes, sausage and fresh syrup at the James Harten Community Centre on weekends.
Sponsored by Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374.
Contact: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374
Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2494
Second Saturday in April
Celebrating the production of maple syrup on St. Joseph Island. Maple enhanced menu. Entertainment follows with traditional fun, music, and singing. Evening also includes a silent auction.
Contact: Pat Cook, RR1, Hilton Beach ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246-1291
Saturday, April 26 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hilton Community Hall, Hilton Beach
Dust off your inherited heirlooms and discovered treasures and ask the experts what they think! Cost is $5.00 per item or a maximum of three items, per person, for $10. Browsers pay $2. Luncheon available. Children must be accompanied at all times by an adult.
Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator (705) 246 - 2033
May
TBA
Tea and recognition of local hospital workers.
Sponsored by the Matthews Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.
Contact: Matthews Memorial Hosp. Auxiliary, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2965
May 25, 2003 - Registration 8:30 - 9:50 a.m.
This event takes place on cross country trails. The RUGGED trail system is the one used for cross country skiing in winter. The course is one loop for the 5km run and 5km walk, and two loops for the 10km run. Sponsored by the Jocelyn Recreation Committee.
Contact: Jocelyn Recreation Committee, RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 Jeanne Arthurs, (705) 246 - 3411 / email: j.arthurs@sympatico.ca
June
TBA - Registration 2:30 p.m. / Racing 3:00 p.m.
Soap box derby for age groups 6 to 8 and 9 to 12. Minimum 3 runs per car. Littleton Street hill, Richards Landing.
Contact: Kentvale Pro Hardware, RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2002 / email: kentvalepro@sympatico.ca or
Dave Seabrook (705) 842 - 2433
Sunday, June 15, 2003 - 3:00 p.m. to ??? Rain or shine
Old fashioned barn dance featuring Fred Kent orchestra and other local musicians, square dancing and instruction, food and beverages. FREE ADMISSION.
Contact: "Bernie", 1001 F&G Line, (between 10th SR and A Line)
RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
Sunday, June 22, 2003 - 8:00 p.m.
Old Town Hall, Richards Landing
Third in a series of fundraising folk concerts presented by Black Fly Jam Folk Club of Sault Ste. Marie and the Matthews Memorial Hospital Association.
Contact: MMHA, Box 171, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 0350 / EMAIL: mmha@stjosephisland.net
The great taste of Down East. Choice of lobster or steak dinner. Sit down or take out. Sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 374
Contact: Jim Jackson, RR2, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 1120 / 246 - 2494 FOR TICKETS (RESERVATION DEADLINE - JUNE 20)
June 28 - 29, 2003 - 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Demonstrations and encampment. St. Joseph Island Museum Complex corner of the I Line and 20th Sideroad.
Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2033 / (705) 246 - 2672 (June to August)
June 28, 2003
The main street of Richards Landing is turned into an exciting, open-air gallery in this annual show and sale.
Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Arts Association
Contact: St. Joseph Island Arts Association, c/o Valerie Brown
RR 1, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 0382 / email: stjoearts@canada.com
Last Saturday in June
Self guided Island wide tour. Information kiosks located at Kents Korner, Richards Landing and Hilton Beach.
Contact: (705) 246 - 1780
Each Saturday from mid - June to mid - September
Under the tent · fresh produce · baking · crafts · maple syrup.
Contact: Gloria Fischer (Clerk), Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 2242 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 / email: info@hiltonbeach.com
July
July 1st - 10:00 a.m.
Antique and modern tractors parade from St. Joseph Township Centennial Grounds through downtown Richards Landing.
Contact: stjoetouristinfo@canada.com
July 1st
Annual Canada Day celebration featuring potluck supper and fireworks at Jocelyn Park. Potluck at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk. Games and face painting for the children.
Sponsored by the Jocelyn Recreation Committee.
Contact: Jocelyn Rec. Committee, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2025 email: jocelynt@soonet.ca
Temporarily suspended for 2003
18 hole fundraising tournament. Golf, dinner, prizes and lots of good times. Co-sponsored by the Matthews Memorial Hospital Association and St. Joseph Island Lions Club. Proceeds to the Hospital Association.
Contact: Vince Vernelli, Tournament Chairman, Box 171, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2205 / email: mmha@stjosephisland.net
Second Sunday of July
40th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. Special entertainment. Unveiling of Margaret McKay Memorial Plaque. Old fashioned favorites are served up at this annual fund raiser. Enjoy a cool drink and dessert on the grounds of this historic village setting. Small charge for dessert. Admission between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. is by donation.
Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator
St. Joseph Island Museum, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2033 / (705) 246 - 2672 (June to August)
Monday, July 14, 2003 - 8:00 p.m.
Old Town Hall, Richards Landing
Fourth in a series of fundraising folk concerts presented by Black Fly Jam Folk Club of Sault Ste. Marie and the Matthews Memorial Hospital Association.
Contact: MMHA, Box 171, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 0350 / EMAIL: mmha@stjosephisland.net
July 26 and 27, 2003
Annual 2 - day horse show featuring English, Western and speed competitions. Laird Fairgrounds, Lake George Road East, Echo Bay, ON
Contact: Connie Witty, RR1, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2251 / Email: connie.witty@sympatico.ca
Third Sunday of July
Annual multi media art show and sale held at Hilton Beach Marina and Hilton Community Hall.
Contact: Gloria Fischer (Clerk), Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 2242 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 email: info@hiltonbeach.com
Three Wednesday concerts in July and August
2003 Concert Schedule
- Kim Shippey - Flute with piano
- The Nearness of You - A tribute to the music of Hoagy Carmichael featuring Joe
Sealy, Cindy Church and George Koller
- Peter Appleyard Quartet
Contact: Old Town Hall Concert Series, Box 25, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 0055 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 email: info@hiltonbeach.com
Fourth Saturday in July
Annual outdoor folk festival, classic car show, wooden boat show, variety of arts and crafts, food vendors and activities for the children.
Contact: Larry Borek (705) 246 - 0424 / Nick Palumbo (705) 246 - 2231
or Gloria Fischer, Village of Hilton Beach (705) 246 - 2242
email: info@hiltonbeach.com
Last Friday of July
A small town highlight of summer. · Opening parade features bands, floats, children in costume, clowns, antique cars and hot rods followed by games, band concerts, eats and treats, homemade pie and lots of family fun. Sponsored by the Matthews Memorial Hospital Auxiliary
Contact: Barb Jackson (705) 246 - 1120
July 17, 2003 . . . 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon in one of St. Joseph Island's most treasured spots. Have some light refreshment amid acres of floral gardens, manicured lawns, ponds and quiet paths.
Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Horticultural Society.
Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 40, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2381 or visit their website www.adcockswoodlandgardens.com
August
Three Wednesday concerts in July and August
2003 Concert Schedule
- Kim Shippey - Flute with piano
- The Nearness of You - A tribute to the music of Hoagy Carmichael featuring Joe
Sealy, Cindy Church and George Koller
- Peter Appleyard Quartet
Contact: Old Town Hall Concert Series, Box 25, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 0055 Fax (705) 246 - 2913 email: info@hiltonbeach.com
First Weekend of August
Watercolours and reproductions by one of Algoma's most popular artists on display in the Richards Landing Town Hall.
Contact: Doug Hook, RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246-2457 email: doug.hook@sympatico.ca
Saturday of Civic Holiday Weekend
Main Street is filled with carnival fun in this annual small town celebration parade · games · fun for the whole family.
Sponsored by the Hilton Beach Recreation Committee
Contact: Hilton Beach Recreation Committee, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2242 email: info@hiltonbeach.com
Third weekend in August
Annual celebration of the corn harvest with fun and games for the whole family · craft show · children's rides and games · musical entertainment featuring the finest in local and Canadian talent · plenty of fresh, hot St. Joseph Island corn-on-the-cob.
Contact: Cornfest Comm., Twp. of St. Joseph, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2625 email: stjosephtownship@adss.on.ca
Third weekend in August
All proceeds from the walk donated to the Matthews Memorial Hospital Assn.
Contact: Ray Stortini, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2661
August 1, 2, 3, 2003 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (1st and 2nd), 12 noon - 4 p.m. (3rd)
Annual Tea · quilt display · bake sale - Held at St. Joseph Isl. Central School
Sponsored by the Richards Landing and Clover Valley Women's Institutes
Contact: Althena Hecker, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2377 / email: arthenia@sympatico.ca
Second Sunday of August
Come out and see what catches someone else's fancy at Collector's Day. From buttons and baubles to boats and books, you're guaranteed to see a mix of the usual and unusual. Great family fun. Admission between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. is by donation.
Contact: Pat Fleming, Curator
St. Joseph Island Museum, RR 1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2033 / (705) 246 - 2672 (June to August)
August 23, 2003 - 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Annual show of nature's bounty.
sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Horticultural Society.
viewing at Old Town Hall in Richards Landing.
Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 40, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2381
Fourth Saturday in August
The continuation of a country tradition featuring horse - drawn and mechanized plowing techniques · modern and antique equipment.
This is the only remaining plowing match in the North Shore area.
Contact: Gail Murdock, St. Joseph Island Plowmen's Association
RR1, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2679
September
Saturday of Labour Day Weekend
Crafts · displays · homemade pies · fresh corn · antique machinery display · Free Admission Jocelyn Centennial Fair Grounds. Sponsored by the Jocelyn Recreation Committee
Contact: Jocelyn Rec. Committee, RR1 Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2025 email: jocelynt@soonet.ca
October
Weekend before Canadian Thanksgiving weekend
We welcome you to the Island to see the fall colours and to participate in this popular agri - tourism event.
Contact: Neidre Powis - Clement (705) 246 - 2683 or Jackileen Rains (705) 246 - 2556 email: mack.rains@sympatico.ca
October 18 and 19, 2003
Annual, self - guided tour of local artisan studios sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Arts Association.
Contact: Valerie Brown, RR1, Hilton Beach ON P0R 1G0
(705) 246 - 0382 email: stjoearts@canada.com
October 25, 2003
Pumpkins big and small. Registration 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Judging 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Viewing 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
James Harten MM Community Centre, Richards Landing
Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 240, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2381
October 25, 2003 - 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Bazaar sponsored by ACW. Tea sponsored by Pathfinders.
James Harten MM Community Centre, Richards Landing
Contact: Cathy Clark, Box 240, Richards Landing ON P0R 1J0
(705) 246 - 2381
November
First Saturday in November
Artisans and crafts people from across Algoma feature their work on the two levels of the Hilton Community Hall.
Sponsored by the St. Joseph Island Arts Association
Contact: Linda Hall, c/o Northern Folkart Studio and Gallery, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 0360 email: stjoearts@canada.com
December
TBA
Sponsored by Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374.
Contact: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 374
Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 (705) 246 - 2494