Calendar of Events

ESTIVAL! A Carnival of Arts, Entertainment, Food and Culture – August 2 to 3, 2008

Over thirty different performances will entertain in tents and stages throughout the downtown. Street performers, a plethora of artist and artisan vendors, combined with international food tasking, a fabulous choreographed fashion show and body builders will delight crowds throughout the weekend. A children’s tent and fun for the entire family, as well as numerous other colourful spectacles will delight festival goers beyond belief!

Showcasing the weekend events, Saturday’s “Parade of Colour” will feature musicians and a magnificient array of dancers including trational Thai costumed dancers. Other cultural artists, entertainers, horses and adjudicated contest for the best dressed umbrellas will all march down Ontario’s best preserved Main Street. Be sure to partake of Sunday morning’s “All Northumberland Breakfast” serving food produced within the county.

While attending Estival, don’t forget to visit the Port Hope Archives’ table. For more information and on-going updates on Estival, contact Port Hope Tourism at 1-888-767-8467 or visit www.porthopeestival.ca

20^th Anniversary Canton Cenotaph – August 16, 2008

Join the community to celebrate the 20^th anniversary of the Canton Cenotaph on Saturday, August 16^th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Canton Municipal office. Demonstrations and displays will be held throughout the day. The Port Hope Archives will have a special display of military archival materials. The Book of Remembrance will be available for sale.

Heritage Day, Port Hope Farmer’s Market – August 23, 2008

Visit the Port Hope Archives’ booth at the Farmer’s Market in celebration of Port Hope’s heritage. Be sure to check out the fresh produce the market has to offer.

177^th Port Hope Fall Fair – September 12 to 14, 2008

Visit one of the oldest agricultural fairs in Ontario from September 12 to 14! Come to the fair and see all it has to offer. While there, stop by the Archives’ booth to see displays and enter your name for a chance to win a great prize. See you at the fair!

Mini Yard Sale – Saturday, September 20, 2008

On Saturday, September 20, the Port Hope Archives will hold its fourth annual yard sale. The 2008 sale will be on a smaller scale. This year’s “mini” yard sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. The Archives is accepting donations from members and friends of the Archives. All donations are to be brought to the PHA on September 18 and 19. As well, the PHA will not be accepting the following for the sale:

Clothing
Furniture
Harlequin novels
Encyclopedias
Reader’s Digest books and magazines
National Geographic Magazines
Textbooks
Mugs and cookie tins

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Archives. Thank you for your continued support!

Genealogy Workshop – Saturday, October 25, 2008

Due to requests by new genealogists, Introduction to Genealogy will be offered on Saturday, October 25. The workshop, led by archivist Krista Taylor, will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost is $20 for PHA members and $25 for non-members. Registration fee includes workbook. Registration is required by Thursday, October 23, as seating is limited. If interested, please contact the Archives to register.