The harvest is kicking into gear in Rideau Lakes! Pay tribute to an eventful next few months in Rideau Lakes with these exciting seasonal offerings. Mark your calendars and enjoy everything from poultry to dances and from rodeo to exceptional live music.
Newboro Corn Boil – August 24
This may sound corny, but you’re invited! The Newboro CEC is hosting the second annual corn boil and barbecue on Saturday, Aug 24 at Memorial Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music is provided by Three to Go and the cost is $15 per person – with unlimited corn!
Last Hurrah for Summer Dance – August 24
If the Chaffey’s Lock Community Hall is rocking… come on in to dance the night away! Emile Steele & the Deal from Kingston is set to end summer with a bang as part of the Chaffey’s Lock & Area Concert Series. The bar and doors open at 7:30 p.m. with music beginning at 8 p.m. Be there!Want fresh, local produce? Visit roadside stands and buy from producers in Rideau Lakes, known for their delicious offerings!
Clifford Pennock Remastered Exhibit – weekends until September 1
September Workshops at Stone Manor Studios - September 5 to 28
Lombardy Poultry and Critter Meet - Sunday, September 8
Shake a tail feather all the way to the Lombardy Poultry and Critter Meet for fall on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 6 a.m. to noon! Purchase poultry, waterfowl, turkeys and more. Located at the Lombardy Agricultural Barns at 6 Kelly’s Road.
Ontario Artists Blacksmiths Association’s Hammer-In - September 14
Photo: Blacksmith Shop Demonstration in the Drive Shed at The Old Stone MillLombardy Kioti Pro Rodeo – September 20 and 21
Eco Dying Workshop - September 23
DATE: Saturday September 23, 2023 at 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
FACILITATOR: Michelle Lehman, No.9 Gardens
PRICE: $25.00 + HST
Michelle has been involved with No.9 Gardens for 2 growing seasons, and she'd like to welcome you all to No.9’s Eco Dying Workshop. This will be an immersive and informative gathering of creativity in an organic and natural landscape. We’ll be learning the basics of eco dying in the most eco friendly way possible. Using natural and cultivated flora we’ll dip dye and imprint florals on cotton fabric. This is a beginners workshop filled with information and discussions about the natural landscape and all that it can offer. All materials will be provided along with take home information.
Moon Valley Farms Apple Orchard
Fresh McInstoh and Honey Crisp apples, sweet corn, apple pie and known for its apple cider! Easy to find off at 3357 Hwy. 15 between Elgin and Crosby. You-pick season starting any day now, rumoured to be September – follow on Facebook to stay up to date.
Photo: Moon Valley Farms Facebook page
Delta Harvest Festival - September 28
Celebrate all things harvest at the Delta Harvest Festival – a true community fall festival. Set for Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, the festival features lots of family fun. Vendors line the main street and craft vendors can be found at the Fairgrounds along with live music and a car show. The Old Stone Mill is open for tours with a milling demonstration in the afternoon. Blacksmithing demonstrations are a favourite for visitors in the blacksmith shop beside the Mill. The Old Town Hall is home to the Ginormous Book Sale and the Friends of the Mill table featuring a variety of home baking, preserves, vegetable produce, crafts, plants, dried flowers, all donated by friends of the mill. Lots of food, fresh-baked goodies, and cool stuff for sale. Visitors arrive from Ottawa, Kingston, Brockville and many other centres to enjoy the country atmosphere of this lovely village!
While in Delta, visit the Bastard Coffee House located in the Jubilee Block!
Photos: Delta Harvest Festival provided by Delta Agricultural Society
Festival of Small Halls
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is about sharing a love of music in a beloved place. Brought to you by the Team Behind Bluesfest, the Festival of Small Halls brings exceptional Canadian musicians to small venues across Eastern Ontario. Communities across Rideau Lakes will again open their doors for unforgettable live music in 2024!
Saturday, October 5 | Jeff Rogers – Elgin United Church
Sunday, October 6 | Kellylee Evans – Chaffey’s Lock Community Hall
Thursday, October 10 | Meredith Moon – Morton Community Hall
Saturday, October 12 | The East Coast Experience – Newboro Community Hall
Friday, October 18 | Lynne Hanson – Delta Old Town Hall
See the full schedule and buy tickets!
Photo: Morton Hall - Festival of Small Halls website
Nothing ushers in the end of summer like top notch community events in Rideau Lakes! Keep up to date on happenings in the area through the township events calendar.
