MAY 2008

Tuesdays & Thursdays - 9:15am & 10:30am - Come join our not-for-profit Fitness Group for the 50+ age group.  Location: Bracebridge Sportsplex.  Get in shape for spring!  Call now for rates and further information: Bobby Douglas (705) 645-8174.

April 26 - May 10 -Muskoka Arts and Crafts presents The Artful Traveller: An Annual Exhibition by the Brown Baggers.  Each year, the Brown Baggers artistically challenge themselves by creating work according to a theme. Opening Reception: Sat. Apr. 28 1-4pm. Location: Chapel Gallery, 15 King St., Bracebridge.  Tues.-Sat. 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm (705) 645-5501 www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com.

May 9 - Mother's Day MS Carnation Sales.  Orders can be placed by calling Gini 645-2605, Wendy 687-8847, Ed 762-0860, Morley 765-3936, Kerry 788-7727, Effie 767-3110 or Brenda 385-4239.  Volunteers needed.

May 9 - Back by Popular Demand.  Golf for the Cure in support of cancer research.  12 noon light lunch around the BBQ. 1pm shotgun start - 18 holes on a golf cart. 6pm steak dinner.  7pm prizes!  Cost $100.00 per person with a $30.00 tax receipt from the Cancer Society.  Location: Muskoka Highlands Golf Club, Bracebridge.  Visit www.muskokahighlandsc4c.com to register.

May 9 - 8:00 pm - The Rene Caisse Memorial Theatre Presents Duo Concertante.  Violinist Nancy Dahn and pianist Timothy Steeves.  Since forming in 1997, Due Concertante has been acclaimed for performances characterized by brilliance, subtlety, passion, and stunning ensemble across Canada, the United States and abroad.   Critics have observed "Their extraordinary teamwork and powerfully charged performances set them apart from more convenional viloin/piano collaborations.  Tickets: $25.00 including tax. (705) 645-8400 or 1-877-645-8400  www.renemcaissetheatre.ca

May 9 - 11 - The Inn at the Falls presents the First Annual Mother's Day Weekend Retreat.  For more information call (705) 645-2245 or 1-877-645-9212 or visit www.innatthefalls.ca.

May 10 - Ecclestone Cycle Renovation Grand Re-Opening Purple Bicycle Event.  230 Ecclestone Dr., Bracebridge (705) 645-1166 www.ecclestonecycle.com

May 10 - 1:00 pm - Rotary Duck Derby at Bracebridge Falls.  Sponsor a duck $5.00.  Only 3,000 ducks.  All proceeds are used to support Rotary sponsored projects within the Town of Bracebridge.  Grand prize $3,000 for first duck across the finish line.  2nd prize $500.00 gift certificate from Tilly Endurables.  www.clubrunner.ca/bracebridge

May 10 - 5-8pm - Gravenhurst Lions Club is hosting their Annual Spaghetti Dinner at the Gravenhurst Centennial Centre.  Join us as our chef Terry Stevenson and his dedicated kitchen staff and servers offer a "Gusto di Italia" with Spaghetti, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert, Coffee & Tea. Adults $10.00.  Children 12 & Under $5.00.  For tickets visit Gravenhurst Tapes and Stevenson's Plumbing & Electric or talk to any Gravenhurst Lion.  For more information email spaghetti@gravenhurstlions.org or visit www.GravenhurstLions.org.

May 10 - 6:30 pm - Annual Spring Concert presented by Muskoka Children's Choir and Inspiring Sounds Music Studio.  Location: Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, 100 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge.  Tickets: $8.50 for adults and $6.50 for students. (705) 645-8400 or 1-877-645-8400  www.renemcaissetheatre.ca

May 11 - The Inn at the Falls presents a Mother's Day Brunch.  For more information call (705) 645-2245 or 1-877-645-9212 or visit www.innatthefalls.ca.

May 15 - 6:30-9:30pm - The Canadian Condominium Institute (CCI) - Huronia Chapter is pleased to present Condominiums: Introduction to Risk Management Protocol & Insurance.  Attention condo directors and future directors, managers, owners, real estate professionals (qualifies for RECO credits) and insurance professionals, find out about the latest tools available to the condo industry and how it may impact you.  Location: Gagnon's Independent Grocer (2nd Floor meeting room, elevator access available) 270 Wellington St. at Monck Rd./Hwy 118, Bracebridge.  Cost: $15.00 in advance / $20.00 at the door (Only cash or cheque accepted at the door).  Includes handouts, coffee/tea and dessert.  For more information and to register call 1-866-491-6216 or email ccihuronia@cci.ca or visit www.cci.ca/huronia.

May 16 - Eaglecrest Aerial Park opens for the season.   The ultimate treetop adventure high in the majestic pine forest of Santa's Village / Sportsland. Imagine travelling 20-50 ft high in the treetop canopy along wobbly bridges, monkey lines, flippy bridges, balance beams, tarzan ropes, zip line & much more.  Reservations required.  Call (705) 645-2512 Ext. 224.  www.aerialparks.ca

May 17 - 8:30am - 1pm - The Bracebridge Farmer's Market at Memorial Park (Manitoba St.).  Opening Day!  www.thebracebridgefarmersmarket.com

May 17 - The Lady Muskoka cruising season begins!  www.ladymuskoka.com  

May 17 - Muskoka Heritage Place Grand Opening and 50th Anniversary.  Call (705) 789-7576 or visit www.muskokaheritageplace.org/event.html for more details.

May 17 - 10:00am - 11:00am - The Bracebridge Public Library presents Tribute to Andrew Carnegie.  Highland dancers, pipers and a tribute to the philanthropist who funded our first public library, and so many more.  This is a free event.  For more information call (705) 645-4171 or visit www.bracebridge.library.on.ca.

May 17 - 8:00 pm - The Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre presents Theatre Muskoka's The Best of Broadway II.  Location: Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre, 100 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge.  Tickets: $25.00. (705) 645-8400 or 1-877-645-8400  www.renemcaissetheatre.ca

May 17-31 -Muskoka Arts and Crafts presents A Body of Work: sketches and paintings by the members of the Life Drawing Open Studio and Portrait Group.  Location: Chapel Gallery, 15 King St., Bracebridge.  Tues.-Sat. 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm (705) 645-5501 www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com.

May 23 - 25 - Hub Productions presents Roald Dahls Willy Wonka.  Location: The Rene Caisse Memorial Theatre, 100 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge.  Tickets $10.00.  (705) 645-8400 or 1-877-645-8400  www.renemcaissetheatre.ca

May 23-25 - Temple Knights presents Knights the musical by John Oliver Peel at the Algonquin Theatre in Huntsville. Three young martial artists compete for a place in a secret knighthood and embark on a mystical journey of intrigue, treachery and romance. KNIGHTS introduces 16 original new songs in a tale of adventure and beauty, punctuated by the heart-pounding beat of live drummers. Fri. & Sat. performances are at 7pm. Sun. matinee at 2pm. Tickets are $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for youth. www.martialartstheatre.net.

May 24 - 8:30am - 1pm - The Bracebridge Farmer's Market at Memorial Park (Manitoba St.).  www.thebracebridgefarmersmarket.com

May 24 - 8:30 am - 12 noon - New Life Pentecostal Church is hosting a Yard Sale.  Location: 200 Industrial Dr., Gravenhurst.  Come out and support this event while you find your treasurers.  Bake table, and free coffee.  Money raised will be used for church building fund projects.  Rain Date May 31. For more information call (705) 687-8921  www.newlifemuskoka.ca

May 24 - 9am - Hiscox Auctioneering is hosting a Classic Tractors and other Collectibles Auction at J.D. Lang Activity Park - Display Building, Bracebridge.  Sale starts at 10am. Preview at 9am day of sale only.  Photos of this sale are available to view at: www.theauctionadvertiser.com.  For more information call (705) 385-9475.

May 24 - 10:00 am - Take part in the 1st Annual Parry Sound Muskoka WALK for ALS.  Location: Parry Sound Town Beach.  In 2007 the WALK for ALS raised over $1 million in Ontario.  This year there are 25 Walks talking place across Ontario thanks to dedicated volunteers like you.  ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a rapidly progressive and fatal neuromuscular disease that kills 2-3 Canadians every day.  Most people with ALS die within 2-5 years of diagnosis.  There is no known cause, cure or treatment for ALS.  We walk to raise funds for equipment and services for people living with ALS as well as research to find a cure.  Opportunities are available for you to help!  Be a walker, or a team captain, become a sponsor or a volunteer on the day of the walk.  For more information please contact: Carolyn Bogsworth or Lisa Welch at (905) 895-2290 or (416) 593-8778 respectively, or email us at als_parrysound_muskoka@hotmail.com.  www.walkforals.ca

May 24 - 2 - 4pm - Victorian Afternoon Tea at Bracebridge United Church. Proceeds in aid of the Stephen Lewis Foundation's Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign.  'Easing the pain of HIV/AIDS in Africa'.  Tickets $5.00 each.  Call (705) 645-5713 or (705) 645-5566.

May 30 - 8:00 pm - The Rene Caisse Memorial Theatre presents Rik Emmett, Strung Out Troubadours.  Location: The Rene Caisse Memorial Theatre, 100 Clearbrook Trail, Bracebridge.  Tickets $10.00.  (705) 645-8400 or 1-877-645-8400  www.renemcaissetheatre.ca

May 31 - 8:30am - 1pm - The Bracebridge Farmer's Market at Memorial Park (Manitoba St.).  www.thebracebridgefarmersmarket.com

May 31 - The Inn at the Falls presents Death by Chocolate Psychic Buffet.  For more information call (705) 645-2245 or 1-877-645-9212 or visit www.innatthefalls.ca.

May 31 - June 1 - The Trillium Tour Car enthusiasts are welcome to this weekend event. Enjoy the Delta Grandview Resort and tour Muskoka.  Money raised over the weekend will be donated to the Huntsville "Chrysalis", a transitional home for women and children. For more information, visit www.thetrilliumtour.com  

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