Events for August 2010
 

A FLOWER EXPERIENCE

April 1st to October 1st, 2010
Open daily

Greenway Blooming Centre/ A Flower Experience
2000 Shantz Station Rd.
Breslau


Come and explore the extraordinary collections of traditional and exotic plants, grown here from start to finish. Guaranteed to fascinate and entertain both the beginner gardener and the avid horticulturalist.

For more information:
519-648-2328
http://www.greenwaybloom.com

BUTTERFLY GARDEN TOURS

May 1st to October 1st, 2010

Greenway Blooming Center/Butterfly Garden Tours
2000 Shantz Station Road
Breslau


Transform your garden into an oasis to attract beautiful butterflies and amazing hummingbirds this season. We are the largest supplier of Butterfly & Hummingbird attracting plants in Canada. Visit our 'live' Butterfly Farm . Admission: Adults $4./ Children(12 & under)$2. Schools, Groups & Bus Tours Welcome.

For more information:
519-648-2328
http://www.greeenwaybloom.com

MISUMU BAY WET PLAY OPENS FOR THE SEASON

May 22nd to September 6th, 2010

African Lion Safari
1386 Cooper Rd
Hamilton


Let your kids get wet and GO WILD as Misumu Bay opens for the season! This interactive water adventure features a tipping bucket, water sprays and a splash pool! Open daily, weather permitting.

For more information:
1-800-461-9453
http://www.lionsafari.com

THE 2010 '' WEE QUILT CHALLENGE: CELTIC CONNECTIONS''

June 1st to September 5th, 2010
See description

McDougall Cottage
89 Grand Ave. S.
Cambridge


Our 'Wee Quilt Challenge' 2010 entitled 'Celtic Connections' officially opens. Come marvel at these mini-masterpieces and dinna ferget t' cast a vote fer yer favourite! Exhibit is on 'til Labour Day. McDougall Cottage is open Wednesday to Sunday, 12-5pm and Thursdays 12-8pm.

For more information:
519-624-8250
http://www.region.waterloo.on.ca

HMCS FERGUS: LIFE ABROAD A WWII CORVETTE

June 1st to October 31st, 2010
Regular Museum Hours

Wellington County Museum and Archives
0536 Wellington Rd. 18
Fergus


In honour of the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Navy, HMCS Fergus: Life Abroad a WWII Corevette explores the living conditions of the crew and their relationship with the town in whose honour the ship was named. The Fergus was one of 70 Canadian corvettes that providfed anti-submarine defence for the merchant convoys carrying essential supplies of food and equipment to Britain. HMCS Fergus was the last Canadian corvette commissioned in 1944.

For more information:
519-846-0916
http://www.wcm.on.ca

CAMBRIDGE FARMERS' MARKET WEDNESDAYS

June 23rd, 30th 2010
July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th 2010
August 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th 2010
September 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th 2010
8:00am-2:00pm

Historic Market Building at City Hall
40 Dickson Street
Cambridge


Come for the quality, experience the history. New to the market free 'Kids Corral Craft & Activity Area.' Something for everyone. Fresh, local and friendly. Open Saturdays all year round.

For more information:
519-740-4680 x4252
http://www.cambridgefarmersmarket.ca

INSIGHTS 2010 JURORED EXHIBITION

June 24th to September 6th, 2010
Regular Museum Hours

Wellington County Museum and Archives
0536 Wellington Rd. 18
Fergus


Insights showcases works of art from emerging and established artists from Wellington County and the surrounding five cities. The call for entry form is available online at www.wcm.on.ca Three acclaimed artists and art educators will choose from among the works that are submitted. Come and celebrate the arts with live music and refreshments on Opening Night, June 23rd from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. The awards ceremony will begin at 9:00pm.

For more information:
519-846-0916
http://www.wcm.on.ca

TITANIC THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION /REAL OBJECTS REAL STORIES

August 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st 2010
September 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th 2010
October 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st 2010
November 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 7th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th 2010
December 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st 2010
January 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st 2011

THE MUSEUM
10 King Street West
Kitchener


On April 15, 1912, Titanic, the world's largest ship, sank after colliding with an iceberg. This fall, 98 years later, The Museum in downtown Kitchener will pay tribute to the tragedy which continues to resonate in Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition.

For more information:
519.749.9383
http://www.themuseum.ca

FABRICation: STUDIO PRODUCTION TEXTILES FOR INTERIORS

August 24th to October 24th, 2010
Reception: Saturday, September 11 at 2pm

Design at Riverside - Cambridge Galleries
7 Melville Street South
Cambridge


The exhibition focuses on designs referred to as 'limited, or studio production' works, meaning that they incorporate manufacturing processes and technologies, but are produced in limited quantities rather than mass produced. Each of the studios is represented by several examples of their work, which provides an opportunity for a closer look into their individual design styles.

For more information:
519-621-0460 x200
http://www.cambridgesgalleries.com