16th Annual Port Dover Perch Derby April 20 - May 4, 2013
Thousands of dollars worth of tagged fish to be caught over two weeks of fishing. Junior and Adult division Early Bird, Daily, and Grand Prize Draws-- Just enter to be eligible to win. Register early at : Bridge Yachts Ltd. - across from Tim Hortons Stoney's Home Hardware - Main St. Burcham Services - Main & Chapman St. Fisherman's Catch Restaurant - Walker St. Dove Dairy Bar - Main St Dovercraft Marine Store - Bait & Tackle - Don John Blvd. and anytime during the derby at the Perch Derby Head Quarters at the pier open 7:00am - 7:00pm. Adults 18 & over $15 Intermediate (age 13-17)Juniors $5 ( age 12 and under)
Remember - you have to be registered to win! Judges decisions are final.
Cast Off Party - Community Centre - Friday April 19th, 2013 6:30 PM join in the family fun with music, wing buffet, games for the kids, penny table and Early Bird prize draws. Adult Early Bird - 32" flat screen TV Intermediate - Fishing Equipment Junior Early Bird - BMX Bike
Perch Derby Winners 2013 Junior Early Bird winner - Bike donated by Port Dover Storage Solutions - Landon Van Haltren, Port Dover Intermediate Early Bird Winner - Fishing Equipment donated by Dover Auropro - Hunter Watkins, Port Dover Intermediate Early Bird winner - Hand Crafted Duck Call by Doug Schuyler - Claire Laevens Adult Early Bird winner - 32" flat sereen TV - donated by Stoney's Hardware & Perch Derby - Gary Putman Adult Early Bird winner - Belworth House Certificate donated by Simcoe Reformer - Jack Putnam & Guy Proteau
Reel In Party - Saturday May 4th doors open at 4:30pm Enjoy a fish dinner, penny table and the Grand Prize Draws Cheques presented to the winners of the tagged perch Tickets Limited Adults $12 - Juniors $7 (space is limited)
Junior Grand Prize - BMX bike
Intermediate Grand Prize - camping equipment - donated by Tim Hortons
Adult Grand Prize - 12' Naden Alumium fishing boat, 9.9 Yamaha outboard with EZ loader trailer supplied by Bridge Yachts of Port Dover
Tagged Perch caught as of April 24th noon - two $1000 tags, four $100 tags and the Anniversary Perch worth $1500
Congratulations to all the winners! View the Port Dover Maple Leaf Newspaper for more www.inportdover.com Thank you for participating in this annual fundraising event.
Lighthouse Festival Theatre "32nd Season" May - September 2013
Professional Live Productions “Come to beautiful lakeside Port Dover and see some of the greatest live theatre experiences in all of Ontario!” Visit www.lighthousetheatre.com for performance details, dates and tickets. "You'll love it.....Live."
CorVette FeVer Date to be confirmed for 2013
Corvette lovers cruise to Port Dover and congregate in historic downtown Powell Park.
Lake Erie Interclub Cruise June 22-24, 2013
Since 1907, five days of sailboat racing draws over 60 craft and crew from Canadian & US yacht clubs on the eastern end of the lake. Visit http://www.erieinterclub.com for more pictures.
Canada Day Port Dover Monday July 1, 2013
Port Dover has been celebrating Canada's birthday since confederation. Join the party for a day of family fun. 9:00 am - Soap Box Derby at Main & Chapman Sts. 11:00 am - Boat Parade in the harbour 2:00 pm - hour long Calithumpian Parade along Main St. get there early to get a good spot to see the parade. Early evening music and fireworks at Silver Lake Park. Between events, visit the Port Dover Harbour Museum for wonderful look at Port Dover's history as an important port in Canada's past. Enjoy a meal in any of the numerous restaurants offering everything from hot dogs, burgers and pizza to perch & pickerel, crepes, steaks and mid eastern food as well as gourmet pasteries, cookies and much, much more.
SUNDAY EVENING CONCERTS in downtown POWELL PARK Bring a lawn chair and relax under mature shade trees to a new musical group playing in the century bandstand every Sunday evening. 6:30 - 8:30 pm during July & August. Concerts are sponsored by: OPG and the Port Dover Board of Trade Business Community.
Port Dover Merchant's Sidewalk Sales August 15 – 18, 2013
Bargains! Bargains! Bargains! Eclectic, unique, one-of-a-kind shopping opportunities, the stores overflow onto the sidewalks and streets, all over town.
Port Dover Summer Festival "Art in the Park" August 17 & 18, 2013
Art in the Park - Artisans, Artists, and Antique Dealers set up midst the beautiful historical setting of Powell Park in downtown Port Dover as they have for 40 successful years. For book lovers, visit our our humongous pre owned book sale and fill a bag for a donation. Summer Festival draw this year is for a "Night Out in Port Dover" - Dinner and Lighthouse Festival theatre ticketsfor two - so shop, browse and enjoy the weekend! More:www.portdoversummerfestival.com
Port Dover Board of Trade 12th Annual Golf Tournament Monday September 9, 2013
Open Invitation to join in the fun at the annual Board of Trade Golf Tournament at Lynn Meadows Golf & Country Club. The day includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, perch & prime rib dinner and a great prize table. To sign up call the Board of Trade office at 519-583-1314.
Port Dover's Friday the 13th Friday September 13, 2013
Norfolk Studio Tour September , 2013
Over 40 local artists invite you to their studios to browse, shop, and meet them in their working environment. Look for the map & guide brochure in local stores. www.norfolkstudiotour.com
Metis Rendevzous Saturday September 21, 2013 Silver Lake Park, Port Dover
Come out and join the 1st annual outdoor culture sharing event. Enjoy live entertainment - fiddler, dancers, guitarists and singers - a variety of unique vendors and cultural demonstrations and games.The event is free to all. 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Contact:
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519-443-8307
Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show October 1 - 7, 2013
The Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show is in its 172 nd year, and is the fifth largest fair in Ontario, with over 120,000 visitors each year. This fair features agricultural displays, craft exhibits, food vendors, art demonstrations, talent competitions, midway rides, free grandstand entertainment, and many added special attractions. For more visit www.norfolkcountyfair.com
ChristmasFest/ Moonlight Madness Saturday November 16, 2013
sponsord by Imperial Oil Norfolk Power & Norfolk Energy R.E. Mann Brokers Ltd.
The Christmas Parade, a visit with Santa at the Light House Theatre, the music, Moonlight Madness Sales, a Christmas Craft sale at Knox Presbyterian Church & St. Paul's Anglican Church, caroling around the bonfire on the beach and fireworks over the lake "kick-off" the Christmas season in Port Dover! Get there early to get a good spot to see the parade. The day is packed with family fun! Saturday Schedule of Events 9:00am - noon Christmas Bazaar at Knox Presbyterian Church noon- 3pm Christmas Bazaar at St. Paul's Anglican Church 12:00 Parade floats line up on Harbour St. 12:30 Judging of the parade floats 1:00 pm Santa arrives by fish tug escorted by the Canadian Coast Guard. 1:15 pm The Christmas Parade with Santa and Mrs. Claus, the Prince & Princess, the bands, the clowns, the horse & trolley and all the floats head up Main Street through downtown Port Dover to Nelson Street then back down St. George Street. Santa then arrives at Lighthouse Festival Theatre to greet the children. 2:00-4:00 pm Visit with Santa at Lighthouse Festival Theatre and face painting so have your lists ready! 6:00-7:00 pm Warm up with hot chocolate at the community bonfire on the beach, join the caroling & watch the wonderful fireworks display over the lake. 7:00 pm - ? The real bargins begin so shop 'til you flop! The stores in town are offering great bargains all weekend in their annual Moonlight Madness Sale.
Shop, Dine, give Santa your list sing carols and watch fireworks over the Lake. It's a great day for children of all ages.
Saturday & Sunday Only receive a free entry ballot for Christmas Gift Basket Draws. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
•The number one item is to remember to have fun, smiles and laughter rule the day! • The parade will form up starting at 12:00 noon at Knechtel’s parking lots across from Willies. Volunteers will be available to provide information •Parade starts at 1:00 (or when Santa gets his land legs!) Snow or Shine •Prizes will be presented for:
Best School Participation Best School Float Best Commercial Float Best Non- Commercial Float Best float with children Best Kid's - 6 to 16 Best Christmas Theme
Public Washrooms by the parking lot will be available for the weekend. •The Port Dover Board of Trade cannot be held responsible for property left at the parking lot. •In the interest of safety there will be NO throwing or handing of items to the spectators from the parade float or any moving vehicle. If you have candy or items to give away use walkers at the side of the moving vehicles. This is an important safety issue. Refusal will result in immediate withdrawal from the Parade. •Any entry involving animals MUST supply proper cleanup.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION…
The Port Dover Board of Trade offers Commercial Exhibitors an excellent opportunity to raise awareness of their business to the community. You will not only be helping yourself and the Christmas Parade but also the many charitable efforts supported by the Port Dover Board of Trade. Band Guidelines: •Parade starts at 1:00 pm ish •Bands are to assemble starting at 12:00 noon at parking lot across from Willies. •See Parade Marshals for parking/start up directions •Public Washroom will be available •All Bands are expected to play as much as possible during the Parade. The parade ends back at the pier.
Thank you for participating.
Your support makes this day a great community event. _________________________
Port Dover Lioness Christmas House Tour Saturday December 1st, 12- 4 pm Enjoy an afternoon tour of beautifully decorated homes in Port Dover. Stop at St. Paul's Parish Hall on St. George St. for Victorian Tea. Tickets $15 ea for Tour & Tea. Available at: Dover Paint & Paper 519-583-3411 Tan Mar Shoppe 519-583-0979
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Polar Bear Plunge & New Year’s Day Levee January 1, 2014
Start the New Year as a spectator or a participant at the main beach at 1:00pm then head to the Port Dover Harbour Museum for the Captain’s New Year’s Day Levee & Old-Time Fiddle Party!
Authors' Book Fair Saturday April ~ 10am - 5pm Sunday April ~ 12 - 4pm at the Lighthouse Festival Theatre
~ Readings for Authors ~ Book Signimgs ~ All Genres of books ~ Musical Interludes
13th Annual Mellow Yellow Day April 2014 sponsored by the Port Dover Lioness Club
The day begins with buses touring our historic port town and then on to at the Community Centre. After a delicious lunch try our trademark “Mellow Yellow Desserts”. Our motto is “try one or try many”. Entertainment completes the day with lots of laughter and prizes. Tickets for this fabulous day are now sold out.
