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SETTLEMENT
Information .................................................................................................................................2 REALTY
President’s Welcome ................................................................................................................3
Welcome ......................................................................................................................................4
Brokerage
Each office independently owned & operated
Accommodations .....................................................................................................................7 2 Wilson St. E., Perth

613-264-0123
Attractions ...................................................................................................................................8
Anniversaries ........................................................................................................................... 13
Festivals and Events .............................................................................................................. 14 1-800-552-7242
Dining ........................................................................................................................................ 18
Art Shows and Tours ............................................................................................................. 20
Theatre and Music ................................................................................................................. 24
Museums and Libraries ....................................................................................................... 26

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Chamber of Commerce ........................................................................................................ 30
Your Special Events ............................................................................................................... 32 www.ColdwellBankerPerth.com
Calendar of Events ................................................................................................................ 34 E-mail: info@ColdwellBankerPerth.com

Perth Map.................................................................................................................................M1
Lanark County Map ..............................................................................................................M2 Perth & Area’s
Lanark Village Map ...............................................................................................................M3 #1 Real Estate
Shopping .................................................................................................................................. 42 Sales Team!
Green Living ............................................................................................................................ 44
Paul Martin

Chamber of Commerce Member


Seven Wonders ....................................................................................................................... 48 Broker of Record
Lifestyle ..................................................................................................................................... 50 paul-martin@coldwellbanker.ca
Christian Allan
Tours ........................................................................................................................................... 53 Sales Representative ....... 613-264-0834
christian-allan@coldwellbanker.ca
Fun in the Sun ......................................................................................................................... 54
Joanne Bennell
Cycling ....................................................................................................................................... 56 Sales Representative ....... 613-264-0468
sjbennell@ripnet.com
Outdoors ................................................................................................................................... 57
Lynn Carpenter
Housing ..................................................................................................................................... 62 Sales Representative ....... 613-267-6294
lynn.carpenter@sympatico.ca
Church Services ...................................................................................................................... 64
Robert (Bob) Ferguson
Who to Call .............................................................................................................................. 67 Sales Representative ...... 613-267-2375
bobferg@superaje.com
Sheri Mahon-Fournier
Sales Representative ....... 613-812-1215
www.SheriSells.ca
Oral Pretty
Sales Representative ....... 613-264-0524
www.PrettyProperties.ca
Julia Scotland
Sales Representative ....... 613-328-3635
julia-scotland@coldwellbanker.ca
Barbara Shepherd
Sales Representative ....... 613-326-1361
Barbara-Shepherd@coldwellbanker.ca
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Andrew Rivington
Sales Representative ....... 613-812-3280
andrew-rivington@coldwellbanker.ca

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Information
Looking for information on what’s happening in the Perth area,

A Landscape
the services that are available, or maps and guides?
Visit the Perth & District Chamber of Commerce office, located at

for
34 Herriott St., beside the library. Call 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204 or
check www.perthchamber.com.

Opportunity… Chamber office hours are:


September to June: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
July/August: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Businesses both Information is also available at the Kiosk on Hwy. 7 at Maberly and
large and small locate at the Lanark Highlands Municipal Office at 75 George St., Lanark.
in Perth for economic and
strategic reasons. Important Local Numbers and Information
Companies can access
international markets Police, Fire, Ambulance Perth & District Indoor Pool
and take advantage of Emergencies 613-267-5302
9-1-1
a stable workforce. Town of Perth ~ Town Hall
Non-Emergency Numbers 613-267-3311
Perth’s business Perth Police www.perthcanada.com
landscape reflects a 613-267-7283
healthy diversity. Tay Valley Township
Lanark County OPP 613-267-5353
613-267-2626 www.tayvalleytwp.ca
A number of new lots Crime Stoppers Township of Lanark Highlands
have opened up in 1-800-267-8477 613-259-2398
Perth’s Industrial Park, Poison Control www.lanarkhighlands.ca
to the south of town on 1-800-267-1373 Township of
both Rogers Road and Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital, Drummond/North Elmsley
Industrial Drive. Great War Memorial site 613-267-6500
613-267-1500 www.drummondnorthelmsley.com
Please contact the Perth & District Chamber of Commerce Perth & District Union Public Library
Community 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204 613-267-1224
Services Department, Downtown Heritage Perth BIA Lanark Highlands Public Library
for more information 613-264-1190 613-259-3068
and for help in Churches: See page 64 or visit www.perthareachurches.ca.
evaluating Perth as a
potential location for
your business. The Perth & District Chamber of Commerce Visitor Guide
is published by the Perth & District Chamber of Commerce
34 Herriott St., Perth, Ontario K7H 1T2 • 613-267-3200
Shellee Evans, Director e-mail: welcome@PerthChamber.com
of Community Services Advertising Sales and Production by The Perth Courier
Town of Perth 39 Gore St. E., Perth, Ontario K7H 1H4 • 613-267-1100
80 Gore St. East Cover Design by Annie Dalton of Design Network
Perth, ON K7H 1H9 Cover: Photo by Simon Lunn
613-267-3311 Ext. 2227 Wedding inset photo by Roger Sands, Arranel Studios
sevans@perth.ca Articles and editing by Stephanie Gray
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President’s Welcome

Perth and
District
is the ideal
holiday
destination.

I
t is my pleasure, on behalf of the Perth & cast your line in the pristine waters of our
District Chamber of Commerce, to welcome lakes, explore the network of trails that crisscross
you to our community. Whether you are our county or bundle up and enjoy skiing,
discovering us for the first time or on a return snowshoeing or snowmobiling in the winter
visit, we hope you enjoy our warm Lanark County wonderland at our doorstep. Extend your visit with
hospitality. a stay in one of our charming accommodation
We invite you to explore our unique shops, facilities. While our community is an ideal holiday
tempt your taste buds in our restaurants and destination, Perth and District is also home to
see for yourself why TVOntario named Perth a thriving business community.
“The Prettiest Town in Ontario.” Perth was Nestled equidistant between Ottawa and
recently the recipient of the Prince of Wales Kingston, Perth is perfectly positioned as a great
Prize, a national heritage award for architecture place to do business while keeping the much-
preservation, recognizing our commitment to sought-after small-town feel.
preserving our heritage. Please contact us at 613-267-3200, 1-888-319-
The area’s majestic stone buildings and 3204, welcome@perthchamber.com or check
beautiful green spaces are the perfect backdrops www.perthchamber.com to see if there is
for our many festivals and events. With 100 lakes anything we can do to help plan your next visit
within easy driving distance of the town, the to our area or provide you with the information
gorgeous countryside offers plenty of year-round you need to make Perth and District your
recreational opportunities. Launch your boat and home.

Jack McTavish,
President
Perth & District
Chamber of Commerce
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Welcome

W
elcome to Perth and District were named in 1794 and were among in 1822 and 1823.
– where you’re invited to the first to be surveyed. Along their In 1823 Perth was named the
immerse yourself in a northern border the “Scotch Line” capital of the District of Bathurst,
history that slowly unfurls in a attracted the first emigrants, who which attracted a large number of
shimmering and vibrant present. began farming there in 1816. moneyed and educated settlers.
Heritage, nature, culture and That year Drummond and Bathurst When the Rideau Canal was built
architecture all tell the story of a were named and surveyed. These as a safe inland military route from
settlement community steeped in townships were laid out specifically Kingston to Ottawa between 1826
a rich past. Revel in the present with for settlement by British emigrants and 1832 it created a local economic
performances by top Canadian artists and demobilized army and navy boom. The Tay Canal, from Perth
or by visiting restored and celebrated personnel after the War of 1812. to the Lower Rideau Lake, was
national historic sites. South Sherbrooke was surveyed in constructed first in the 1830s and
Perth and District offers a wide 1819. rebuilt in the 1880s as a commercial
variety of accommodation and Settlement in Lanark Highlands waterway. It celebrated its 175th
dining choices, as well as excellent
stores, boutiques and shops. Enjoy!
Photo courtesy of Don Little

History at a Glance
As living conditions in Britain
and Europe declined in the late
1700s, emigration coordinated and
subsidized by the British government
became a welcome option.
In what was then known as Upper
Canada, parts of Lanark County were
settled as early as 1790, but a major
push of emigration did not begin in
Perth and District until 1816.
After the War of 1812, Perth was
one of three strategic defensive
outposts created along the Rideau Perth was the
corridor. To encourage settlement,
the government granted land to administrative
Perth’s downtown area has long been
officers and soldiers according to centre for anniversary in
a hub of activity.
their rank, thereby establishing a 2009.
trained reserve force along the Tay surrounding Perth
River in the event of another conflict began in 1820 with a large group settlements. became the
with the United States. of emigrants from overpopulated county seat
Named for a town and river in towns and countryside in the south in 1850 and
Scotland, Perth was a small frontier of Scotland. The remote wilderness remains so. Industrial booms pepper
centre in a large wilderness tract. It of Dalhousie, Lanark and North its history, and evidence of this is
became the social, judicial and Sherbrooke townships was surveyed seen in its grand architecture.
administrative hub for the Scottish and named, and it accommodated Cheese factories dotted the
and Irish settlers. these soldiers, unemployed weavers landscape in the later 1800s when
Following an arduous journey and labourers. the dairy industry became the
across the Atlantic, pioneers travelled The Village of Lanark within Lanark largest segment of the local farming
overland or by scow down Rideau Township was founded in 1820 and economy.
Lake to Perth and the surrounding became the chief local administrative In 1824, British army Sergeant John
townships, which were surveyed to base for these northern settlements. Balderson founded the hamlet of
accommodate them. It was named for its counterpart in Balderson between Perth and Lanark.
Their names have changed over Lanarkshire, Scotland, and served In 1881, a group of milk producers
time, but most of the original some 2,500 settlers as a government formed a cooperative and built a
township names honoured British supply depot. cheese factory there to provide

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public and military figures. Darling and Lavant townships a local and reliable market for their
North Elmsley and North Burgess were among the last to be surveyed milk. Balderson’s cheddar became 
internationally renowned. with ingenuity to thrive today.

Photo courtesy of Don Little


During the 19th century, the local Amalgamations in 1998 brought
economy was based on agriculture. together some of these historic
In the rugged Canadian Shield lands municipalities. Tay Valley Township is
of the area, logging and small-scale made up by Bathurst, North Burgess
mining took hold. and South Sherbrooke. Drummond
In 1884, the Mississippi River and North Elmsley townships united
garnered national attention when to form Drummond/North Elmsley
an ongoing timber dispute was Township. Lanark Highlands is
settled by the British Privy Council, comprised of Lavant, Dalhousie,
effectively guaranteeing freedom of North Sherbrooke, Darling, Lanark
navigation on waterways in Canada. and Lanark Village.
Lanark Highlands marked the 125th In 2000, Perth twinned with its
anniversary of this event in 2009. namesake in Scotland as part of
Railways and the Rideau Canal millennium celebrations and to
linked small communities with larger enhance tourism potential. In 2010,
centres. Shoes, whisky and soap were Perth and Kinross marks its 800th
among the exports from the area. anniversary (see article p. 13)!
The communities of Perth and Come and share the fascinating
District have enthralling stories to tell. stories of Perth and District, a
Carved out of wilderness, our pioneers community that revels in its rich
Perth and District churches are fine made a life, creating booming history, nurtures culture and nature,
examples of beautiful architecture. markets and overcoming hardship and fearlessly embraces the future. 

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Large selection of “Canada” and NHL Souvenir Items
Leather Purses, Wallets & Belts
Handknitting Yarns, Books & Accessories
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613-264-0344 10 Conlon Dr., Perth, On. Monday to Saturday 9:30 - 5:30 • Sunday 12:00 - 4:00
Beautifully restored 1901
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Two luxurious air-conditioned rooms with
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On-site parking. Private gym.
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Aquarius Motel •• •• • • • •
613-267-4261
Clyde Hall B&B •• •• • • • • •
613-259-2330
Colonial House Motor Inn •• •• • • • • • •
613-267-3660
Drummond House Perth •• •• • • • • • •
613-267-1038
Nevis Estate B&B •• •• • • • •• •
613-326-0017
Nordlaw Lodge • •• • • • • •• •
613-273-2920
Perth Manor •• • • • •• • •
613-264-0050
Perth Plaza Motel •• •• • • • •
613-264-1022
Tay Inn •• •• • • • •
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Victoria House Perth B&B • • • • • •• • •
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Accommodations

P
amper yourself at an elegant healing programs, cooking classes,
inn. Embrace the wilderness Inns, bed and breakfasts, convention facilities, wildlife viewing
at a lakeside campsite. Immerse cottages, retreats – opportunities, spas and fabulous
yourself in history at a heritage menus.
bed and breakfast. The perfect our accommodations meet
accommodations for your vacation every need. The Rustic Experience
await! The Perth & District Chamber Across Lanark Highlands and Tay
of Commerce has a detailed listing Valley Township you’ll find waterside
of bed and breakfasts, campgrounds, four-storey inn located in downtown resorts and camp and trailer sites
cottages, lodges, resorts, inns, motels Perth complements existing often located in beautifully wooded
and hotels. Chamber staff visit the accommodations in and outside of locations near beaches. There are
locations, which helps them to match the town. The District is peppered many campgrounds, cottages,
visitors to the appropriate lodging. with interesting villages, hamlets, lodges and resorts in the area as well,
Combined with excellent dining and lakes and rivers offering excellent providing everything from four-
entertainment options you’ll find the places to stay. Among the myriad season luxury to a backwoods
complete package, whether you’re of bed and breakfasts in the area, experience. Two provincial parks offer
seeking family fun or a home base for you’ll find modernized 19th-century campsites for larger RVs, some with
business travel. farmhouses, restored mansions, electricity, as well as sites appropriate
cosy chalets in woodland settings, for tents. Swimming, boating, hiking
Urban and Rural Gems lake- or riverside retreats and and many other activities are
A wide range of accommodations elegant in-town homes close to available, as are boat-in campsites.
is available within steps or minutes amenities. Some locations offer Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
of local sites and attractions. A new wedding packages, bilingual services, or www.perthchamber.com 

Welcome to

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• Historic 1830 residence


• In the heart of Downtown Perth
• Heated pool and hot tub
• Special “Bridal Suite”
• 3 suites, each with private bath
• HD TV, wireless Internet Located in the heart of Perth on 4 breathtaking acres
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Attractions

Y
ou won’t travel far before
stumbling upon something
unique in Perth and District.
Here is a listing of just some of the
interesting sites and attractions
you’ll find here! Be sure to check
out other articles in this guide for
additional attractions.

Tay Canal/Rideau Canal


Perth and Drummond/North
Elmsley Township are located along
the historic Tay Canal, a pristine
subsidiary of the famous Rideau
Canal system. Both the Tay and
Rideau were designated a UNESCO
World Heritage Site in 2007. The Tay
Canal branches off the Rideau at
Beveridges Locks, meandering 10
kilometres to Perth, and combined
with the rest of the Tay River system
through Tay Valley Township it Our maple
offers some of the best paddling and In the District, liquid gold flows from
heritage and to visit the
wildlife-viewing areas in the region. maple trees.
Both canals recently celebrated other historic beautiful oasis
175th anniversaries – the Rideau maple products in the world. A of parkland in
in 2007 and the Tay in 2009. The feats are the heart of
drive through the district reveals
202-kilometre Rideau Canal is a showcase of fantastic maple- showcased here! the downtown.
North America’s oldest continuously producing sites to visit, including Stewart, Code
operating waterway. It is also a Wheeler’s Pancake House and Sugar and Haggart
National Historic Site and a Canadian Camp near McDonald’s Corners, parks, located behind Town Hall
Heritage River and consists of which has been declared a national and bordered by Mill, Wilson and
beautiful rivers, lakes and engineered historic site by the Historic Sites Herriott streets, offer a peaceful
canals linking communities between and Monuments Board of Canada. place to relax, play and picnic. Across
Ottawa and Kingston. Originally Wheeler’s earned this honour thanks from the Lion’s Memorial Gate
built for strategic defence purposes to its extensive museum of maple at Mill Street the Central Perth
and commerce, it is now operated artifacts that is open year round Playground has accessible, barrier-
by Parks Canada and offers ample and chronicles the history of syrup free equipment for children from
recreational, cultural and commercial production from the time the area newborn to age 12. Across town is
features. was inhabited by Aboriginals to Conlon Farm Recreation Park, which
Info: www.pc.gc.ca, present day. Maple production has has a large playground, picnic areas
613-264-0094 or played an important role in the and various sports facilities (see
www.tayriver.org, nation’s history, so for a real taste of p. 57). In Lanark Village, swimming,
613-267-3311 or a playground and picnic tables
Canada, be sure to visit one of the
www.perthcanada.com, are available at Clyde River Park.
facilities of one of the many syrup
www.rideaufriends.com Centennial Park on Dalhousie Lake
producers in our area.
offers a playground and picnic
Info: 613-267-3200 or
tables, and Robertson Lake offers
Maple Magic 1-888-319-3204 or
swimming, a ball diamond and picnic
Perth and District is located firmly www.perthchamber.com,
tables. In Tay Valley Township there
within what is known as the Maple 613-278-2090 or
are playground facilities adjacent
Belt – a special region in North www.wheelersmaple.com
to the Fallbrook ball field, Maberly
America that is home to just the tennis courts and in O’Neil Park in
Parks and Playgrounds
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right number of sugar maples to Stanleyville, and swimming is
make it the leading exporter of Often called Perth’s gem, be sure enjoyed in the Tay River at Glen 
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613-267-3300
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Tay and Noonan swimming areas. a new replica in the heart of town. finishes and more than 40 grand prix
Info: 613-267-3200 or Algonquin College Heritage Institute victories. Big Ben is one of only two
1-888-319-3204 or students constructed a weigh scale animals ever inducted into Canada’s
www.perthchamber.com, station to surround the new replica. Sports Hall of Fame. Big Ben retired in
613-259-2398 or In 2009, a metal roof, board-and- 1994 and died in December 1999 at
www.lanarkhighlands.ca, batten siding and information age 23 during a struggle with colic.
613-267-5353 or panels completed the project. Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
www.tayvalleytwp.ca, Fundraised entirely, a sponsor or www.perthchamber.com,
613-267-3311 or plaque will acknowledge everyone www.bigben.ca
www.perthcanada.com involved. After visiting the replica,
Omya Quarry
For a unique and breathtaking
view be sure to make your way to
Tatlock in Lanark Highlands (follow
signs off of County Road 511 via
County Road 9/Tatlock Road north
of the Village of Lanark) and stop at
the public lookout at Omya (Canada)
Inc.’s quarry. This site, in its gleaming
whiteness, is the location of calcium
carbonate mining operations – a
material that is used in such products
as paper, paint and pharmaceuticals.
The lookout is open from the Victoria
Day to Thanksgiving weekends.
Info: www.omya.com

Perth Citizens’ Band


Visit the myriad
Treat yourself to the sounds of
The Mammoth Cheese continues to of interesting drop by the the Perth Citizens’ Band, Canada’s 
be a source of community pride. Perth Museum
attractions
for the complete
in Perth and story.
Mammoth Cheese District. Info: 613-267-
A proud agricultural monument is 1947 (Perth
now prominently displayed at the Tay Museum)
Basin in downtown Perth. In 1893, www.perthcanada.com
a dozen local cheese factories, the
Dominion Department of Agriculture Big Ben
and the Canadian cheese industry Across the expanse of parkland
worked together to produce the where Herriott and Wilson streets
Mammoth Cheese for the Chicago meet in Perth you’ll find a remarkable
World’s Fair. It measured six feet tribute to local sporting heroes – a
high, 28 feet around and weighed breathtaking life-sized bronze statue
an astounding 22,000 lb.! Thousands of Canada’s most famous equestrian
greeted the cheese as it travelled by team, Ian Millar and the late Big Ben.
rail to Chicago, where it received a Unveiled in May 2005, it is a massive
medal of distinction and a bronze sculpture, uncommon in communities
medal. In 1943, the Cheese Producers the size of Perth. Big Ben and Ian
Association of Lanark County marked Millar achieved remarkable success
the 50th anniversary of the world’s as a pair, including three Olympic
largest cheese by erecting a concrete appearances, two gold-medal wins

10 replica on the CPR grounds in Perth.


In 2008 the Town of Perth developed
at the Pan American Games, five
consecutive top-eight World Cup
The Perth Citizens’ Band has a long
tradition of making beautiful music.
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offering
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washroom, shower and
docking facili�es.
Licensed Bar, Dining & Reception Room
Varied Accommodations
Boat & Motor Rentals, Live Bait
For informa�on/rates Open May to October
please call 613-267-3311
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oldest continuous town band, which planted, watered,
offers a series of concerts throughout and harvested the
the year (see Calendar of Events). bounty. At the
Perth is one of a few small towns end of the 2009
boasting a lengthy tradition of season the youth
making music: from 1852 to present. made delicious
The band has released CDs and its pumpkin pies using
history is published in Sound the the produce from
Trumpet, a book by local band the garden and
historian Daphne Overhill. New sold them in the
musicians are welcome! In summer, community as a
the band plays a popular series of fundraiser for the
free concerts from its bandstand in United Way of
Stewart Park behind the town hall Lanark County.
with musical selections ranging Info: 613-259-2012
from classical to jazz to big band or McMartin House is another example There is beauty
to country to Broadway and tunes lhyci@bellnet.ca of fine local heritage architecture.
at every turn in
for all ages. It can also be heard in
outdoor festivals, parades, fairs and Perth and District.
popular Silver
Simon Lunn photo

in winter concerts throughout the


Queen Mine –
district.
one of the Seven Wonders of
Info: www.perthband.ca or
Lanark County (see article on p. 48).
info@perthband.ca
It is a restored mica, feldspar and
apatite mine that operated between
The Round Garden 1903 and 1920. It is open during
This unique, “hands-on” site guided tours throughout the summer.
designed especially to accommodate Info: 613-267-5060 (Murphys Point)
the needs of the visually impaired, 613-268-2000 (Silver Lake)
the elderly and the handicapped www.ontarioparks.com
celebrated 25 years in 2008. Wander www.friendsofmurphyspoint.ca
among the waist-high plant boxes
and explore leaf and flower textures McMartin House
and shapes. Located at the County
This stunning building was
Administration Building on Sunset
Boulevard in Tay Valley, just west of constructed in the American Federal
Perth, there is ample free parking style in 1830 for Daniel McMartin,
and no admission charge. Washroom one of Perth’s first lawyers. The
facilities are located in the county architectural style of this prominent
Natural and cultural history abound at two-storey brick home was common
building during business hours: Murphys Point Provincial Park.
Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to in the eastern U.S. between 1780 and
4:30 p.m. Tours can be conducted 1820, but rare in Ontario. It was a
for large groups by appointment. Be Provincial Parks residence up until being purchased
sure to check out the new accessible Tay Valley Township features two by the Catholic church in 1919 for
pathway on the grounds beyond the provincial parks that offer abundant use as a parish hall. In 1972 it was
garden! facilities for the outdoors enthusiast, acquired by the Ontario Heritage
Info: 1-888-452-6275 including campgrounds for tents Trust, which undertook repairs and
and trailers, beaches, play structures, landscaping. Now a National Historic
trails, playgrounds and more. Silver Site owned by the Ontario Heritage
Lanark Highlands Youth Lake Provincial Park is located on Trust, it is home to the Perth & District
Centre Community Garden Hwy. 7 west of Perth and Murphys Senior Craft Fellowship and hosts a
Located behind the municipal Point is on Big Rideau Lake, south- variety of clubs and activities for the
office at 75 George St. in Lanark, west of Perth. At Murphys Point public.
this garden was established in the you can also enjoy natural heritage Info: 613-267-5531

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people, who prepared the soil,
education programs and a number
of historic sites. Be sure to visit the
www.heritagefdn.on.ca/userfiles/
HTML/nts_1_8816_1.html 
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en years ago, as part of • Cable TV with remote,
celebrations to mark the new movie and sports channels
millennium, the Town of Perth, • Free in-room coffee
Your hosts: • Individual comfort controls
Ontario twinned with its namesake Debbie & Ken Bell
in Scotland. It was a sisterhood borne • Ample parking
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This year the Scottish sibling is
marking a major milestone – its
800th anniversary!
King William the Lion of Scotland
granted the Royal Charter to Perth
in 1210, which was an event of great
significance at the time. This is now
celebrated as the birthday of the

Celebrating history.

City of Perth, Scotland, and the


community is highlighting its culture

Life is full of...memorable moments!


and rich heritage with a year-long
program of events, sports and
festivities.
Events in Perth and Kinross (which Live life your way — whether it is enjoying lots of
is the governance district) are social activities, pursuing your favourite hobby,
grouped around three main themes
in order to engage local communities, increasing your health through our fitness programs,
encourage civic pride, stimulate or enriching your spirit, you’ll find something to
economic growth and enhance the enhance your lifestyle at Carolina Suites!
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are sports, culture and heritage, and
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conferences.
Perth and Kinross is twinned
with several other communities,
including Aschaffenburg, Germany;
Bydgoszcz, Poland; Cognac, France;
Haikou, China and Pskov, Russia. All
of these sister towns have been given
a special welcome to take part in the A part of the community.
celebrations.
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Festivals and Events

T Stewart Park Festival


urn a weekend getaway into a
week-long holiday by taking One of the area’s largest and best
in the myriad of festivals and musical celebrations marks 20
events in Perth and District. There is fantastic years in 2010! The Stewart
always something to celebrate here, Park Festival takes place July 16 to
such as the gift of gold springing 18 in beautiful Stewart Park in
from maple trees, the discovery of downtown Perth. This widely
ways to help the planet, the sound anticipated FREE cultural event
of beautiful music along the banks offers two stages near the banks
of the Tay River or the scent of a of the Tay River with acres of green
rose of a different aroma. Here is a space to enjoy. With more than 30
sampling: live, outdoor concerts the festival
satisfies many musical tastes. It
features family entertainment in
the mornings, an Artisan and Food
Market, and After Hours concerts at
a range of Perth restaurants and
venues on Friday and Saturday
nights.
Info: 613-264-1190 or
www.stewartparkfestival.ca
Enjoy family There’s always
The Art of Being Green fun at the
Stewart Park
something to do
“Catch the Green Wave” and Festival. in the area.
check out this fabulous festival July
23 to 25 held annually at the
Middleville fairgrounds on Wolf programs and local food. There is
Grove Road. Discover ways to save easy access from the Ottawa area
yourself some dollars and cents via Highway 417 and from all points
through green living! You’ll find a within Lanark County. AOBG was
vendor trade show, two workshop the winner of the Festival and Events
tents, entertainment, children’s Ontario TOP 100 Award for the 
Get a taste of tradition at the Perth
Festival of the Maples.

Perth Festival
of the Maples
Join us for the area’s sweetest
celebration on Saturday, April 24 to
mark the end of the maple syrup
season. This 34th annual event is
hosted by the Perth & District
Chamber of Commerce and touts
the fact Lanark County is the maple
syrup capital of Ontario. On scenic
downtown Gore Street and at other
venues in Perth you’ll discover
fantastic shops, vendors offering
award-winning maple products,
displays, stage entertainment, lots
of kids’ activities and more.

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or www.perthchamber.com The Art of Being Green connects green living with family entertainment.
A cup of coffee and
The Perth Courier every

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The Perth Courier.
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throughout the Perth area. with friendly service since 1980.
84 Gore St. E., Perth
Kids’ Menu
613-267-4033 COMPLETE TAKE-OUT
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Fall River Restaurant ........Casual & Fine Dining .........Lunch & Dinner ...... $4.95 - $25.00 ....613-268-2882
using organic & Tuesday to Sunday.
local ingredients Closed Mondays
Fiddleheads ........................Upscale ................................Lunch, Dinner, ......... $4.00 - $28.00 ....613-267-1304
Bar & Grill .....................Pub Menu ............................Sunday Brunch
The goodwood oven ........Wood-fired flavours ............Lunch, Dinner .......... $6.00 - $24.00 ....613-264-2888
..............................................with a local twist! ................Daily, Take-Out

Maximilian Restaurant ....European ..............................Lunch & Dinner ....... $2.75 - $12.50 ....613-267-2536

Mexicali Rosa’s ..................California-Style Mexican ...Lunch, Dinner .......... $5.95 - $13.95 ....613-264-8182
Nordlaw Lodge ...................Traditional Home ...............Breakfast, Lunch, .... American .........613-273-2920
................................................Cooking ................................Dinner Plan
O’Reilly’s Pub & Grill ......Great Pub Fare, Steaks, .......Lunch, Dinner ......... $5.00 - $19.00 ....613-267-7994
................................................Fish & Chips, Chicken & More
Penny’s Place ......................Great home cooking ..........Breakfast, Lunch ..... 70¢ - $8.75 .........613-267-6394
Perth Restaurant ................Italian, Canadian, Greek ....Breakfast, Lunch, .... $2.75 - $19.25 ....613-267-3170
Dinner
Peter’s Family Fare ............Homemade ..........................Breakfast, Lunch, .... $3.50 - $10.00 ....613-267-4033
Restaurant ......................Canadian ............................Dinner
The Stone Cellar .................Innovative Fine Cuisine .....Lunch, Dinner .......... $7.00 - $36.00 ....613-267-2600
................................................Extensive Wine List
Subway ................................Hot or Cold Subs ................Breakfast, Lunch, .... 99¢ - $7.39 .........613-264-8786
................................................& Salads ..............................Dinner, Late Night
Sunflower Bake Shop .......Fresh-made baked ..............Continental-style ... $1.50 - $5.99 ......613-267-2458
& Cafe ...............................goods and lunches, ...........Breakfast, Deli Lunches
................................................yummy sweets, smoothies
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past two years and continues to be a
leader in sustainability practices for
festivals and special events.
Info: 613-267-5340 or
www.artofbeinggreen.com

Perth Garlic Festival


On Aug. 14 and 15 Perth becomes
a garlic lover’s haven with the 13th
annual celebration of the “stinking
rose.” This festival, where it’s “chic to
reek,” is sponsored by the Lions Club
of Perth and features seminars, garlic
folklore, product vendors, good
food, crafts and organized children’s
activities and celebrity cooking
demonstrations. It runs from 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m. at the Perth Fairgrounds
(Arthur Street). Admission is $5, with
children under 12 free. Explore
Info: 1-877-268-2833 or 613-267-3522
or www.perthgarlicfestival.com a number of
or info@PerthGarlicFestival.com You’ll find a garlic lover’s haven at the
festivals and
Perth Garlic Festival. It runs from
events here for Friday, Sept. 3
Fall Fairs to Labour Day,
This area is rife with fantastic Agricultural Society hosts its 128th all tastes. Monday, Sept. 6
agricultural fairs that offer tonnes of fall fair on Aug. 28 at the fairgrounds and features an
fun for the whole family. Tradition is at Highway 7 and County Road 36 in opening parade, grandstand events,
the keystone of these events, all of Tay Valley Township, west of Perth. horse and cattle shows, a champion
which feature great food, children’s The Perth Fair celebrates 165 years in steer and lamb auction, a midway
activities, displays, crafts, livestock 2009 and has a reputation as one of and many other activities. Watch
judging and much more. The Maberly the best traditional fall fairs around. for special events and themes
around the fair’s 165th anniversary.
The Middleville Agricultural Fair
takes place Sept. 18 at the quaint
fairgrounds in the hamlet of
Middleville, northeast of Perth
and the McDonald’s Corners Fair
rounds out the season Sept. 25 in
McDonald’s Corners, northwest of
Perth.
Info: www.ontariofairs.com
www.maberlyagsociety.ca
613-267-4104 or www.perthfair.com
613-259-3028 (Middleville) or
www.lanarkhighlands.ca
613-259-3172 (McDonald’s Corners)

Other Events
There is always something
happening in Perth and District.
Other great events include the

16 The Perth Fair celebrates 165 years of agricultural traditions – and fun – in 2010.
annual Stewart Park Modern Square
Dance Festival in Perth on June 6, 
which gives spectators and
prospective dancers a chance to
enjoy various levels of dancing; the
24th annual Perth Antique Show
on July 3 and 4 at the Perth Royal
Canadian Legion and along the Tay;
the Scarlet Maple Fall Tour in Lanark
Highlands on Oct. 2 and 3, which
enables visitors to explore local
heritage architecture while enjoying
great food, artisans and shops; and
the Festival of Good Cheer in Perth
on the last Saturday in November,
which kicks off the holiday spirit
in a Victorian-era fashion with
entertainment, carollers, cider and
more. Be sure to check the calendar
of events in this guide for details
about these and other special events.
Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
or www.perthchamber.com
Vendors and buyers flock to the Perth Antique Show in July along the banks of the 613-259-2398 or
Tay. www.lanarkhighlands.ca 

Bar & Grill


Fall River Restaurant
Fine Dining
& Pub Menu
20 draughts from around
the world
Extensive wine list
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• Sunday Brunch with live


jazz 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June, July & August
• Karaoke Wednesdays
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• Indoor courtyard
Fine dining
Wonderful patio overlooking
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Exceptional food and creativity


Code & Stewart Parks
Featuring local and organic ingredients
53 Herriott St., Perth Critically acclaimed
In Code's Mill over
Stewart Park 21980 Hwy. 7, Maberly, ON 613-268-2882
613-267-1304 www.fallriverinc.com
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Dining

P
erth and District’s culinary
scene brings variety,
atmosphere, entertainment
and excellent flavours to the table!
Choose from a wide range of dining
experiences to complement a perfect
evening of entertainment, celebrate
a special occasion or simply enjoy a
fantastic meal!
From tastes of far-off lands to
delectable local flavours, we can
satisfy your appetite. Whether it’s fine
fare or fast food – there’s something
for everyone.
Perth and District boasts award-
winning restaurants, including
mentions in the acclaimed guide
Where to Eat in Canada and many
favourable reviews in major daily From fine food to
newspapers.
Creative menus and lively food fast fare –
Atmosphere is part of the dining experience
ideas are taken to new heights as in Perth and District. it’s all here to enjoy!
you revel in the experience. Get a 

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home to”
Hundreds of meal
ideas...one aisle
flavour of the community – some Open 7 days
restaurants feature space for artisans a week
and musicians, participate in festivals

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sunny atmospheres, rollicking beside MacEwen’s Gas
youthful scenes, intimate dining
experiences and unique décor in
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heritage settings are all on the menu.
Try one of several cafés and
tearooms in Perth, Lanark, Balderson
or peppering the surrounding
countryside. Indulge in a meal on
a riverside patio or amongst heritage
stone buildings and nearby park
settings. Explore beautifully appointed
Proud to be a part
of our community.
dining rooms in a variety of heritage
inns or take in a more rustic setting at
a local lodge or golf club.
Satisfy your sweet tooth at one
of several bakeries, some of which
specialize in treats for individuals
with food sensitivities, or dive into

Delightful cafés and coffee shops


pepper the area.

hearty grub and entertainment at


one of many local pubs. In winter’s
chill, dine by the warmth of indoor At Tim Hortons, you’re
At Tim always
Hortons, you’re welcome.
always welcome. We’re happy to serve

stone ovens or romantic fireplaces. We’re happy todifference.


serve That’s why we at Tim Hortons are and
you each day, proud to even
you each day, and even happier when we can help make a
support
Have a taste of exquisite European happier when we can help make a difference.
the community of Perth.
delights, British-style pub fare and
a variety of home-style, ethnic or That’s why we at Tim Hortons are proud to
vegetarian choices. Many of North support the community of Perth.
America’s best-known and most
popular fast-food franchises can also
be found here.
Browse through the advertise-
ments in this guide to learn more
about the wonderful dining choices.
Better yet, taste it for yourself!
Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
or www.perthchamber.com 
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Art Shows and Tours

A
multitude of renowned artists the beautiful landscape of Tay Valley
and artisans call Perth and Township.
District their home and Info: 613-267-5237 or
showcase their talent at local www.perthstudiotour.com
galleries, shops and studios. Check
out some of the special events and Other Studio Tours
get a glimpse of artists working on There are many opportunities
their creations in their studios or take throughout the year to visit artisans
in a special show or exhibit. in their studios across the District.
Victoria Day weekend (May 22 to 24)
Perth Autumn Studio Tour marks the Brooke Valley Spring Tour,
Now in its 18th year, this much- featuring multiple media, chamber
anticipated, high-quality tour gives music and studios in a beautiful
visitors a chance to connect with the setting. The Inroads Studio Tour on
area’s jewellers, potters, furniture Labour Day weekend (Sept. 3 to 5)
makers, sculptors and wood carvers, takes visitors through the Land O’
to name just a few. The tour runs Lakes and Lanark Highlands tourist
Thanksgiving weekend (Oct. 9 to 11 regions to explore the work of local
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). In 2009, artists and artisans displaying
seven studios and 19 artisans were pottery, jewelry, batik, woodturning,
featured. The studios are clustered photography, weaving, stained glass
close within a 25-kilometre area, and more. On Thanksgiving weekend The Perth Autumn Studio Tour has been
allowing you to meander through (Oct. 9 to 11) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  delighting visitors for almost two decades.

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OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

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check out the Crown and Pumpkin
Tour in northern Lanark County and
discover quality craftsmanship and
skill of local artists amidst vibrant fall
colours.
Info: 613-267-5918 or
www.brookevalley.ca
613-279-3035 or
www.inroadstour.ca
613-256-3647 or
www.crownandpumpkin.com

Art Shows and Sales


Several venues offer art shows
throughout the year. The Perth
Museum hosts its annual Spring Art
Show and Sale throughout April.
In 2010 the theme is “Landscapes”
and the show begins April 1. Kiwi
Gardens, located just west of Perth The Art-on-the-Lawn Show and Sale Perth and
on Harper Road, offers Art in the offers a range of media with sales
supporting a good cause. District inspires McMartin House
Garden on the Fathers’ Day weekend,
June 19 and 20, and has art to beautiful work in Perth, 125
explore throughout the grounds. The media – on canvas as well as metal Gore St. E. This
13th annual Art-on-the-Lawn Show works, jewelry, pottery and quilting. showcased by juried show
and Sale returns July 10 and 11 from Five per cent of all proceeds plus artisans. is held each
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3054 Rideau donations are contributed to December and
Ferry Rd. The free event features Perth’s Great War Memorial Hospital features some
members of the Rideau Lakes Artists’ Foundation in Joy’s memory. Info is of the area’s finest artisans and
Association and began with the late available at the Perth Canadian Tire, their unique creations in a festive
Joy McLenaghan and a small group Balderson stores, Tay River Gallery atmosphere. This elegant old
of friends displaying their art on and Gallery Perth. The Nick of Time mansion opens its doors to host the
Joy’s lawn! You’ll find a variety of Artisan Show is in its 17th year at exhibit of original works on three 

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Art in the Garden in June. Workshops provide a venue for artists to share their skills.
PENNY’S
floors of stately rooms, where you’ll
find exceptional gift items from
PLACE
traditional crafts and old favourites
to new and interesting contemporary
items. The show will be held Dec. 4 • Lunch and dinner specials are diversified,
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Info: 613-267-1947 (Perth Museum) interesting and all homemade (we offer a kid’s menu)
613-267-7384 or and breakfast all day long
www.kiwigardens.ca • Monday, & Tuesday, 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.
613-267-1464 (Art-on-the-Lawn)
613-278-2712 (Nick of Time) Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Learning opportunities Closing hours may vary slightly depending on season.
The Mississippi Valley Artmakers We do accept reservations a�er 4 p.m.
program consists of professional
area artists who have compiled
Every meal at Penny’s is a fun & friendly experience
a high-quality creative learning OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
experience and coupled it with the PENNY’S Hwy. 7, EASTERN TOWN LIMITS,
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overlooking the Tay River in Port
Elmsley, south of Perth. The focus is
on promoting the enjoyment of the “Ask the locals where to go”
fine arts by the general public, as well
as by local artists. Year round, several
artists offer workshops in a variety of
media. There are programs for adults
and children, as well as retreats and
special programs. Artmakers is also
involved with a community-based
project called Arts for Health to be
offered at local schools. Artists,
coordinators, social workers, teachers
and counsellors are working to
promote health and learning using
art as a platform. A Chinese Arts,
Culture and Language Program is
also being developed at Perth and
District Collegiate Institute to engage
The Sunflower
participants in cross-cultural bridge
building and learning. Brooke Valley
Creative Living Workshops features
Bake Shop
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adult classes from artisans and


eco-builders who are dedicated to
sustainable lifestyles. Classes are
offered year round in the instructors’
studios and eco-housing sites
and Café
throughout beautiful Lanark County.
Explore the skills required to make
Join us on our riverside patio.
furniture, canoes, hammocks, bread,
herbal medicines, music and much
Taste the difference homemade makes!
more.
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www.artmakers.ca
613-278-1226 or
www.brookevalley.ca 
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Theatre and Music

T
his community has been
making waves with its passion
for the arts for over a century.
From yesteryear’s “Canadian Kings of
Repertoire” (the famous Marks
Brothers, who lived on Christie Lake
near Perth) to some of the finest of
today’s professional and amateur
performers on stage, see it for
yourself!

Studio Theatre, Perth


In October 1997, a small group of
people with vision and a dream
came together to create the Studio
Theatre at 63 Gore St. E. This 210-seat
facility hosts a full spectrum of the
performing arts and has hosted Drama, comedy,
hundreds of shows and musicals that
Professional and amateur companies musical –
have delighted thousands. Now more
than ever, the space is open to local
perform year round.
theatrical
Myriad
directors and actors as the new Centre for
Studio Theatre Productions produces registered charity, the festival will pleasures await! the Arts
its own plays and other events. focus on producing classic plays
The Old Perth
Featured playwrights in recent seasons from the 1920s to 1950s, including
Shoe Factory at 1 Sherbrooke St. is
have included Norm Foster, Oscar popular hits from Broadway and the
home to the Myriad Centre for the
Wilde, Robert Service, Hugh Leonard, London stage, all at affordable prices.
Arts, which includes the award-
Warren Graves, Michael Green, Info: 1-877-283-1283 or
winning Perth Academy of Musical
Alan Bennett and Gayle Greenslade www.classictheatre.ca
Theatre and the Orion Theatre
Lalonde. Other recent shows hosted Company. There is always something
at the Studio Theatre have included BarnDoor Productions playing at the Myriad – film, live
the Eastern Ontario Drama League This community theatre company shows or musical concerts in air-
One Act Play Festival, Buddy Holly is in its 15th season of delighting conditioned, cushion-seated comfort
Lives, Dwayne Andrews Gypsy Jazz audiences with a wide range of in a professional, acoustically
Concert, Freddy Dixon (Man in Black), productions. It has featured such designed space. For more than 12
Mitch Smolkin with Klezmer En playwrights as Hamilton Deane years the Perth Academy of Musical
Buenos Aires, Sue Foley and Peter and John L. Balderson, Neil Simon, Theatre has been offering a full slate
Karp, John Richard and Neville Wells, William Shakespeare, Norm Foster of both summer and year-round
Lyn Miles and Eliza Gilkyson, Trevor and the area’s own famous Marks programs for students of all ages –
Burt and Julie Kevan, J.P. Cormier, Brothers. BarnDoor has embarked on from Broadway to Shakespeare to
David Francey and two popular a new adventure with its Full Circle improvisation. Students are taught
productions of Perth’s Got Talent. Theatre building on Craig Street – performance and technical
Info: 613-267-SHOW (7469) or a 120-seat ground-level, barrier-free techniques, culminating in a
www.perthentertainmentnow.net venue and home for the company in grand-scale production and focussing
Perth. Check it out in 2010 when the on improving confidence and
Classic Theatre Festival Full Circle Theatre will be busy with self-image. Orion Theatre Company
The Classic Theatre Festival is a weekly events from music to drama is a community adult production
new, professional summer theatre and film. George Bernard Shaw’s company focussing on small-cast
festival based in the Studio Theatre Arms and the Man is slated for musicals. Past productions include
at 63 Gore St. E. The 2010 season February and the farce Not Now, Rocky Horror Show, Guys and Dolls,
will feature two productions: Noel Darling is planned for April. Watch Cabaret, The Fantasticks, Evita, Cats,
Coward’s comedy Blithe Spirit, local papers for BarnDoor’s full Godspell, The Producers, and Grease.
running July 9 to Aug. 1, and John summer line-up! In 2010, Into the Woods runs in

24 van Druten’s romance The Voice


of the Turtle from Aug. 6 to 29. A
Info: 613-267-1884
or djacklin@superaje.com
February and RENT in April. The
Perth Film Society also showcases 
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everyone...
Perth Performing Arts
Committee
For 29 years, PPAC has been
presenting creative excellence to
the community. This volunteer-run, Sandwiches • Flatbread
registered charity brings high-quality, Salads • Soups
professional entertainment to Perth
and supports arts education in
Fresh-baked cookies & muffins
the community. This past season All-Day Breakfast
featured the Gryphon Trio, Blind Boys Eat-in or take-out
of Alabama, Montreal Guitar Trio, 8 subs under 6 grams of fat
and the Toronto All Star Big Band. Catering – Party platters,
Watch local newspapers in early May party subs
for info about the 2010/11 season.
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Chamber of Commerce Member

or www.thehumm.com

The Perth Community Choir


For more than 25 years, PCC has
enjoyed a well-deserved reputation
of bringing high-quality, amateur
musical theatre to appreciative
audiences from all over. Its mandate
Perth Mews Mall • 80 Dufferin Street • 613-264-8786
is to provide an outlet for the wealth Mon. - Thurs. & Sat. 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.

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Museums and Libraries

T
his area is home to award-
winning museums showcasing
our past, as well as exceptional
libraries and excellent repositories
of genealogical information.
Explore! For a quick guide to
museums in the area, check
www.lanarkcountymuseums.ca.

Matheson House –
Perth Museum
Experience 19th-century Perth
at Matheson House, home of the
award-winning Perth Museum, in
the heart of downtown Perth at
11 Gore St. E. This elegant stone
building is a National Historic Site
reflecting life as it was in the 1840s
through four magnificent period
rooms. The museum features
changing exhibitions in the main Perth and District
gallery, and portrays Perth’s The Hall of Remembrance pays tribute is a treasure trove
colourful past in the third-floor to the military who served Canada. Friday, 10 a.m.
history gallery. You’ll find displays of interesting to 5 p.m. and
from pre- and early settlement a courtyard complete with an historical Saturday, Sunday
years, the Last Fatal Duel, the outdoor bake oven and kitchen and holiday
Mammoth Cheese and much more. herb garden. Experience an Old knowledge. Mondays from
Children enjoy the miniature replica Fashioned Victorian Christmas 1 to 5 p.m.
of Matheson House, complete in in December featuring festive Info: 613-267-1947 or
every detail. Outdoors you’ll find decorations, cider and cookies! The www.perthcanada.com
a charming Victorian garden and Perth Museum is open Monday to
Hall of Remembrance
Museum
On the second floor of the
Perth branch of the Royal Canadian
Legion Branch 244 (26 Beckwith
St. E.) is a unique museum containing
thousands of military artifacts
donated by area men and women
who served Canada in both World
Wars and Korea. The hall also has
a collection of items representing
foreign military services and
Canadian peacekeeping. The
museum library has a large collection
of military reading material as
well as a resource centre. Admission
is free. Access is by stairs. From
May to November the museum is
open Thursday and Friday from
1 to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 1 to

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4 p.m. Group tours can be arranged.
You just never know who will be dropping in to Matheson House. Info: 613-267-4400 
Mission Statement
Mission: Mission: Mission:
Lanark and District Museum
Located at 80 George St. in Lanark
fashion comfort accomplished
Village, this link to the area’s past
houses displays of artifacts collected
from Lanark-area pioneer homes,
as well as a library of Canadiana
books and genealogical, church and
newspaper records. Exhibits include
a map and photo of the village’s main
street in early days; a display high-
lighting the achievements of author
and poet Charles Mair, who was
involved with the Riel Rebellion of
1870; photos and artifacts from
local rural schools and displays
featuring logging and lumbering,
pioneer fence styles and Second
World War veterans. Another exhibit
chronicles the Lanark Village Fire of
1959 and the Caldwell Display
commemorates one of Lanark’s
earliest settlers, William Caldwell,
who was an important lumber
baron in the Ottawa Valley. The Inquire about
museum is open from Victoria Day to
Thanksgiving on Saturdays, Sundays
our In-House
and holiday Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m. Design
or by appointment. Admission
is by donation. Casual craftsman style blended Consultants
Info: 613-259-2398 or
www.lanarkhighlands.ca
with contemporary elements for
a timeless look. Mix and match pieces to create a
Middleville & District signature interior with comfort and style. Warm
Museum
This “little museum that makes wood finishes with slight distressing create a rustic
history come alive” is a hidden appeal updated for today’s casual lifestyles. Now
treasure offering pioneer history
to explore. Located in Middleville, on display at Blair & Son Home Furnishings to view.
northeast of Perth and Lanark
Village, the pioneer spirit emanates
We’ll see you soon!
from every corner of this 1861
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two-storey stone school. Exhibits


include a dramatic horse-drawn
hearse, a canoe carved from a single
basswood log, old-time maple syrup
and cheese-making implements, an
1830s barn-frame loom, blacksmith-
ing tools and farm implements,
lumbering and shanty artifacts and
original genealogical documents and
family records. The museum is open
Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving, 17070 Hwy. 7, PERTH, ON • 613-267-1600 • 1-800-257-0450
1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and
Monday - Friday 9:30 - 5:30 • Saturday 9:30 - 5 • Sunday 12 - 4
holiday Mondays. It can also be
visited by appointment. Admission Your Flexsteel, Lee Industries, La-Z-Boy, Durham, Super Style & Kingsdown Specialists 27
is $5 for adults, children free.
Info: 613-259-5462

Dalhousie Historic Library


and Museum
Hailed the oldest rural library
in Ontario, this museum contains
numerous old books and artifacts
from days gone by, including books
donated by Lord Dalhousie in 1828.
The museum is located at Watsons
Corners, north of Lanark Village. It is
open by appointment.
Info: 613-259-5223 or 613-259-3110

Algonquin College Heritage


Institute
The college’s Learning Resource There is always
Centre at 7 Craig St. in Perth offers something to see
The Middleville Museum makes history
resources pertaining to the programs come alive. wireless Internet
at the campus (masonry, carpentry, and do at local
is also available
office administration, social service museums and in the library – a
and personal support worker), as clippings, Tweedsmuir histories and
family histories, as well as several very handy perk
well as an extensive local history and libraries. for visitors, too!
genealogy section. The Lanark County special collections, papers and
photographs. Hours vary at different The children’s
History Collection contains materials librarian runs an extensive summer
pertaining to the people and history times of the year.
Info: 613-267-2232 or program during July and August.
of Lanark County and is accessed by Info: 613-267-1224 or
people from across North America http://globalgenealogy.com/LCGS/
lanarc/index.html www.perthunionlibrary.ca
researching family and/or property
histories. It contains such items as Lanark Highlands Public
land, census, immigration, school Perth and District Union
Library
and cemetery records; newspapers; Public Library In operation since 1824, this library
church, parish, family and township Check out the library’s fresh new
histories and maps and atlases. The is located above the municipal
interactive website! The site high- offices at 75 George St. in Lanark
public can access the collection lights all of the library’s services,
during library hours. Village. There is a handicap-accessible
events and acquisitions and it is a entrance and a lift at the rear of
Info: 613-267-2859, ext. 5607 or great resource for kids and adults
www.algonquincollege.com/perth the building. Membership is free for
alike. The library is located at residents in Lanark Highlands,
30 Herriott St. in Perth and has a Tay Valley and Drummond/North
Archives Lanark collection of 40,000 items for adults Elmsley townships. The library offers
A subdivision of the Lanark County and children, including fiction, free high-speed Internet access on
Genealogical Society, genealogy non-fiction, large-print books and two computers, a three-week book
enthusiasts can find this archival paperbacks, books on CD, picture loan period, an interlibrary loan
depository at 1920 Concession 7 Rd. books, music CDs, CD-ROMs, videos service, proctors exams, a fax service,
in Drummond Centre (east of Perth). and DVDs, magazines, three daily large-print books, DVDs, a book-
It is accessible to the general public newspapers and three local weeklies. reserve system, photocopying,
and contains genealogical and There is also a reference section that videos, audio books on tape and
historical documents pertaining includes genealogical material. The more! A new, convenient drop box is
to Lanark County. There you’ll find library houses five Community Access available 24/7 to the left of the front
land registry abstract books and Program Internet terminals. Internet entrance. Call or check the website
deeds from 1868 to 1955; cemetery, access is free and is available during for library hours.
28 census, church, baptism and
marriage records; newspaper
library operating hours to anyone on
a first-come, first-served basis, and
Info: 613-259-3068 or
www.lanarklibrary.ca 
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• Chemicals and Accessories
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of talent in the community and • Sitting Pretty Hammocks
to support and encourage music 105 Dufferin Street
appreciation. Countless volunteers Dufferin Square, Perth
Behind Wendy’s (off Hwy. 7)
congregate each fall to stage such • Sales • Service • Installation www.cobrapools.com
classics as Kiss Me Kate, Oklahoma, 613-267-7591

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The Music Man, Iolanthe, Joseph and Judy & Bill Brady
the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,
Jesus Christ Superstar, My Fair Lady,
The Mikado, The Wizard of Oz and
many others, including last year’s
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Ruddigore. The group returns much
of its profits to the community.
Info: www.perthentertainmentnow.net

The MERA Schoolhouse


The Schoolhouse was built in
1868 and has become a community
centre for the McDonald’s Corners
area. MERA (McDonald’s Corners/
Elphin Recreation and Arts) is a non-
profit community arts group run by
volunteers. Among the activities at
MERA you’ll find fitness, fibre arts,
ceramics, quilting, workshops and
classes, exhibits, a writers’ group,
children’s activities and festivals.
Check out the 80-foot-long painted
mural created to celebrate the
Nordic Labyrinth Festival at MERA
in 2004 and walk the only known
living willow labyrinth created as a
millennium project in 2000. MERA
spearheaded the Mississippi River
Heritage Festival in 2009 to celebrate
the 125th anniversary of the end of
the famous local loggers’ feud that
resulted in the passage of the Rivers
and Streams Act of 1884.
Info: 613-278-0388 or
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Community Choir
Now in its sixth year, this choir PERTH 18 Gore St. E. Downtown Perth
offers entertainment and a special
ambiance to various events through-
out the community. It is open to
613-264-9876
people of all ages who love to or Monday - Thursday - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
want to sing. Registrations are Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
accepted at the Tay Valley Township Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
office or by mail. Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Info: 613-267-5353 or
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Chamber of Commerce

T
he Perth & District Chamber of
Commerce has enhanced the
role it plays in the community
thanks to its innovative new website
that offers perks for members and
visitors alike.
“We are really excited about the
features and opportunities this new
site will provide,” said Madeline
Bouvier, Chamber co-manager and
membership chairperson.
Co-manager Carol Quattrocchi
agrees. “Once all the features are
activated, we will have a remarkable
tool available in the community.”
Funded in part by a grant through
Valley Heartland Community Futures
Development Corporation, the The Chamber of
website redesign was spearheaded
by Shelley Montreuil and James Commerce is
McBeath of OnCouRSS Web Solutions Friendly staff are ready to help you at a tourism leader
and was based on the new corporate the Chamber office! enhance the
image created for the Chamber and “voice of Chamber’s role as
by local graphic designer Annie not only pools resources, but the local “voice of
business.”
Dalton. provides consistency. business.”
“A key area of major growth is a Secondly, the site is set up to allow
precedent-setting cooperative for easy updates by contributors and Community Enrichment
venture between the Chamber is built to accentuate the benefits of The Chamber is dedicated to the
and the Lanark County Tourism social media such as Facebook and prosperity and enrichment of the
Association to share their database Twitter. The Chamber will be able to community. As a tourism leader, it
information,” Ms. Montreuil said. publish news often and easily, which seeks partnerships to benefit the
Both organizations continue to will increase its online profile and local economy.
work closely to update information that of its members. Perth and District has a very strong
for the public and members, which A great perk for Chamber members and active Chamber due, in part, to
is they have their own profile the strength of businesses in the
pages associated with the area and consistent and growing
site, too. “They can post news membership support.
to their own page that gets The Chamber is always striving to
pulled onto the Chamber make Perth and District a destination
site’s front page.” This, Ms. for both visitors and those who
Montreuil explained, is a wish to relocate and offers helpful
great way for members to packages that suit individual’s
build their own website or needs.
hook into social media. It is actively involved with town
The third key feature is a council and has representation on
function that, once activated, diverse county-based committees
will enable the Chamber to and initiatives. Other member
conduct its business online benefits include increased access to
in a secure manner, such promotional advertising, networking
as sharing agendas and opportunities and information, as
files and even managing well as reduced rates for some
meetings and voting online. business programs.
These tools combined Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204

30 The Chamber office is housed in the


historic Old Firehall on Herriott Street.
make for a groundbreaking
online package that will
or welcome@perthchamber.com
or www.perthchamber.com 
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Your Special Events

P
erth and District – located a

Photo courtesy of Code’s Mill on the Park


mere hour from either Ottawa
or Kingston – is the perfect
place for special events such as
weddings, conferences, reunions and
retreats.

Weddings
For one of the most special days
of your life, we offer the perfect
backdrop for your beautiful wedding
memories. Be it a small, intimate
event or a grandiose affair, you’ll
find what you need here to cover
every detail: formalwear, stationery,
flowers, gifts, caterers, halls, travel
agents to book your honeymoon,
photographers and accommodations
for your guests. Stately architecture,
stunning parks and vistas and Perth and
elegant halls and accommodations
are all here, with experts ready to Professionals can handle every detail
District offers
help make you plan your perfect for your unique special event. an array of banquets, private
day. In Perth and District there are meetings, annual
churches of many denominations fantastic parties, fashion
featuring exceptional beauty and rooms and bed and breakfasts, as shows, exhibitions,
well as service-club and private venues.
architecture – whether on a grand product launches
scale or a more subdued intimacy. halls ideal for large receptions and and more. Format,
A wide range of venues can host dances. Outdoor tented receptions size and style can be accommodated
dinners and/or receptions and many are another beautiful way to in unique, imaginative and
offer wedding packages. You’ll find celebrate this special day. Entertain- memorable ways. Some locations
elegant inns, hotels, golf clubs, dining ment, photographers, printers, have staff dedicated to assisting in
florists, gift stores, rental businesses meal and itinerary planning and
and dress shops are all waiting to special requests. The latest technology
cater to all the little details for the is available for meetings. Is there
big day. some free time with your conference?
Enjoy shopping, restaurants, outdoor
Business Meetings, Retreats activities and cultural events
and Other Events throughout Perth and District.
Perth and District offers several Some locations offer theme packages
venues appropriate for business that include special events, tours,
conferences, retreats, reunions and health and beauty (reiki, massage,
other special activities. This includes manicures, pedicures, facials),
reception and conference facilities, outdoor recreation (fishing, golfing)
accommodations, meeting rooms, or theatre and cultural events such
restaurants and fitness facilities. as shows and workshops. Be it for a
Many accommodations offer group of three or 300, professionals
high-speed wireless Internet, good can help you plan every detail.
workspaces and telephones with The chamber of commerce is ready
speaker and voicemail options. to direct you to whatever you need
On-site event planning is available to plan your special day, including
at some locations for corporate maps and visitor guides.
Meetings, conferences, weddings, and special events for large or Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204

32 banquets – we have the facilities for


your important event.
small groups. Arrangements can
be made for conferences, seminars,
or welcome@perthchamber.com
or www.perthchamber.com 
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Calendar of Events
Second Sunday of Each Month rides, petting zoo, children’s activities. Spring to Fall
Hilltop Jamborees Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204 Perth Farmers’ Market
Toe-tapping fun each month at the or welcome@perthchamber.com Located at the Tay Basin (Crystal
agricultural hall in McDonald’s Corners. or www.perthchamber.com Palace), the Farmers’ Market vendors
Info: 613-278-2427 (Beth Rochon) showcase their items for sale,
April 24
including a wide range of produce,
January 29, 30, 31 Maple Festival organic foods and baked goods.
Visit the Perth Museum for guided
Frosty Fling Winter Carnival tours and special demonstrations in
You can also find eggs and meat.
This annual family event features The market is open each Saturday
conjunction with the Festival of the
skating, costumes, a ski loppet and from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Don’t forget
Maples in downtown Perth from
a chili dinner in Lanark Village. to check out the Market Café and
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Info: 613-259-2220 (Pat Habel) or Info: 613-267-1947 or watch for live entertainment.
www.lanarkhighlands.ca (calendar perthmuseum@town.perth.on.ca Info: 613-326-0465 or
of events) www.perthfarmersmarket.ca
April 24
February 20 Empty Bowls May 9
16th Annual Heritage Week A fundraiser for local food programs MERA Bird Walk
Gala Dinner held at the Festival of Maples in front Set your sights on the area’s most
Sponsored by the Perth Museum, of Riverguild (51 Gore St. E.). Make a beautiful birds. The walk will take
this gala will be a salute to Military donation for the hand-crafted stone- place at the Purdon Conservation
Heritage and features a silent ware bowl filled with gourmet soup Area.
auction. Code’s Mill. Tickets $55 per by local chefs. Eat the soup and keep Info: 613-278-0388 or
person. the bowl! Info: www.emptybowls.ca www.meraschoolhouse@bell.net 
Info: 613-267-1947 or
perthmuseum@town.perth.on.ca

March 21
Bird and Small Animal Auction
Bring the whole family to the
fairgrounds in McDonald’s Corners
and spend the day in the country. Explore Our Byways...
Info: 613-259-3172 (Cheryl McInnis)
or www.lanarkhighlands.ca
(calendar of events)

April 1 until April 30


Spring Art Show and Sale
Recent artwork in oil, watercolour,
acrylic, sculptures, carvings and
more by 20 to 25 area artists on
display and for sale in the gallery at
the Perth Museum.
Info: 613-267-1947 or
Photo by Dr. A. Taylor

perthmuseum@town.perth.on.ca

April 24
34th Annual Festival of the
Maples
The grand finale to the month-long
maple celebration takes place in
downtown Perth. Maple products www.tayvalleytwp.ca
and taffy sales, displays of maple

34 syrup production, maple awards,


entertainment, horse-drawn trolley
Perth Citizens’ Band performs concerts and at special events throughout the year.

May 16 corner of Spring and Church streets,


Perth & District Chamber of Westport. Saturday: from 10 a.m. to
Commerce Bike Rodeo 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Free.
At Conlon Farm. For complete details, Info: 613-928-3041 or
please contact Perth & District www.rideaulakesartists.com
Chamber of Commerce.
Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204 June 5, 6
or welcome@perthchamber.com Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour
or www.perthchamber.com From Ottawa to Kingston and back,
cyclists hit the road for this 39th
May 21 annual weekend event. They make
Tay/Rideau Canal and Locks a pit stop in Perth for lunch.
Open Info: www.ottawabicycleclub.ca/rlct
The season for boating begins.
Info: 613-283-5170 or www.pc.gc.ca June 6
Stewart Park Modern Square
May 31 to September 13 Dance Festival
Tay Touring Club Cruise Night The Dynamite Tay Dancers host a
Antique and classic automobile club square dance festival in Stewart Park
meets Monday nights from 6 to 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. Features dancing for
p.m. at the Home Hardware parking basic, mainstream and beginners.
lot on Highway 7. Bring your classic Spectators and prospective dancers
vehicles and/or come out to see the are welcome to join the fun!
cars on display. Info: 613-283-6324
Info: 613-264-0563 (Bob Carruthers)
June 10
June 5, 6 Stewart Park Summer Concert
Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a
June Show and Sale performance by the Perth Citizens’
Annual show featuring original Band at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand
watercolour, oil and acrylic paintings behind the Perth Town Hall.
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at Westport United Church hall, Info: www.perthband.ca 


20th
Anniversary

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Kidfish is a great introduction to fishing – and is fun for the whole family!

June 19
15th Annual Perth Kidfish 2010
Free event open to youngsters ages Three Free Days
two to 15. Each participant receives of Music
a prize and a free lunch. At the Tay
Basin between Beckwith and Gore More than
streets from 9 a.m. until noon. Boats 30 FREE concerts
not permitted. Registration and
weigh-in at the Royal Canadian for all ages
Legion Branch 244 (26 Beckwith St. E.).
Info: 613-259-5465 (Dan Sisty) or July 16, 17, 18
613-267-7655 (Kathy and Lannie
Lowry)
2010
IN STEWART PARK
June 19, 20 ON THE TAY RIVER
Lanark Highlands Orchid For festival information call
Festival and Tour
Spend the day and enjoy Lanark 613-264-1190
Village’s hospitality while celebrating www.stewartparkfestival.ca
the blooming of Canada’s largest
colony of wild Showy Lady’s Slipper ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION HALL
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tours; vendor, artisan and children’s In Air-Conditioned Hall &
exhibits; agricultural displays and Outside Along Tay Canal
demonstrations and a music festival SAT., JULY 3 & SUN., JULY 4
featuring local performers. Sponsored
by the Lanark Highlands Business and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. $8.00
Tourism Association, this event is free. Come To Perth And Enjoy The Show
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Largest selection of nature & outdoor books in Canada
Nature-inspired gifts, games, clothing, home & garden items
Local history and art
Huge Kid’s & Baby Section with books, science & activity kits
Nature Lover’s Bookshop
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June 24
Strawberry Social and Perth
Citizens’ Band Concert
Enjoy this strawberry social and
concert at Stewart Park. Hosted by
the Rotary Club, starting at 7 p.m. at
the bandstand behind Town Hall.
July 1
Perth’s Canada Day Celebrations
Celebrate the country’s birthday at
Conlon Farm. Children’s activities will
take place throughout the day and
enjoy a barbecue. Fireworks after dusk.
Info: 613-267-3311
July 1
Lanark Highlands’ Canada Day
Celebrations
Visit the Clyde Memorial Ball Park
in Lanark Village and take part in
the Canada Day celebrations.
Celebrate Canada Day at one of many venues throughout Perth and District on Info: 613-259-2226 (Maureen
July 1. Lewis) 

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Bakery Photofinishing
Propane exchange
Meat
Water refill
Produce Firewood
REGULAR HOURS: Dry cleaning
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Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.


Saturday & Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 80 Dufferin Street, Perth Mews Mall
Your last one-stop-shop on Highway 7 before Peterborough 37
July 3, 4 licence-free on any lake or river in July 16, 17, 18
Perth Antique Show & Sale Ontario. Sponsored in part by the Stewart Park Festival
The 24th Annual Perth Antique Ontario government. Celebrating 20 years in 2010, this
Show & Sale runs from 10 a.m. until Info: 705-748-6324 or outdoor music festival is a summer
4 p.m. at the Perth Royal Canadian www.familyfishingweekend.com favourite. Set in the beautiful park
Legion Hall (26 Beckwith St. E.) inside on the Tay River, there are more than
and along the Tay Canal. Thirty-two July 10, 11 30 free, live concerts. The festival
dealers displaying china, glass, 13th Annual Perth features a variety of musical styles,
silver, textiles, jewelry, brass, tools, Art-on-the-Lawn Show and including folk, country and blues.
furniture, folk art and decorative Sale The weekend includes concerts as
accessories and popular retro and Held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the well as workshops, children’s activities
nostalgia and collectibles. Admission beautiful lawn at 3054 Rideau Ferry and an after-hours pub crawl.
is $6 both days. Rd., Perth. Features artists of the Info: 613-264-1190 or
Info: 613-283-5270 (Bill Dobson) or Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association www.stewartparkfestival.ca
hynesdobson@magma.ca displaying original watercolour,
oil and acrylic paintings, pottery, July 22
July 3, 4  jewelry, quilts, metal works and Perth Citizens’ Band Concert
Rideau Lakes Studio and carvings. Five per cent of sales A fundraising concert for Inge-Va
Garden Tour donated to Perth Great War House will be held at the bandstand
This 12th annual tour features Memorial Hospital Foundation. behind Perth Town Hall at 7:30 p.m.
decorative painting, hand woven Free admission. The concert is free, but donations for
items, pottery, china painting, Info: 613-928-3041 or Inge-Va will be collected.
decorative stone work and exciting
paintings in watercolour, oil and
www.rideaulakesartists.com Info: www.perthband.ca 
acrylic. Studios will be open 10 a.m.
to 5p.m. and free brochures to guide Provides an unforgettable
experience of this most picturesque
you through the tour are available at A UNESCO World Heritage Site section of Canada’s historic
area stores, restaurants and welcome Rideau Canal on “Chuckles”
centres. our electric 30-foot cruiser.
Info: 613-928-3041 (Sherry) or Daily Tours May 14 to October 8
Chamber of Commerce Member

www.rideaulakesstudioandgarden All tours depart from Chaffey’s Lock.


tour.com Children 12 and under half price.
Morning tours leave 9 a.m. and return 1 p.m.
July 8 Afternoon tours leave 2 p.m. and return 6 p.m.
Stewart Park Summer Concert Dinner/Luncheon/Overnight packages
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a Bookings & information: 613-272-0222
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performance by the Perth Citizens’ E-mail: boattour@istar.ca • www.rideauboattours.com


Band at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand
behind the Perth Town Hall. See our video on our website
Info: www.perthband.ca

July 9 to August 1
Blithe Spirit
The Classic Theatre Festival presents
professional summer theatre with
Matheson House
the classic comedy, Blithe Spirit, by
Home of the Perth Museum
Noel Coward at the Perth Studio 11 Gore St. E., Perth 613-267-1947
Theatre, 63 Gore St. E., Perth.
Info: 1-877-283-1283 or www.perthcanada.com • Open daily year-round
www.classictheatre.ca
Built in 1840, this National Historic Site features four
July 9, 10, 11 period rooms reflecting the life of Senator Matheson,
Ontario Family Fishing two exhibition galleries, a garden and courtyard.
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During this weekend you can fish 347520 Chamber of Commerce Member
July 23, 24, 25
Art of Being Green Festival
Go green when the Art of Being
Green at the Middleville Fairgrounds
shows you how to save energy and
save money. Share your ideas and
learn from the experts in the
renewable energy field. The festival
includes a trade show, workshops,
children’s programs, local food and
entertainment.
Info: 613-267-5340 or
www.artofbeinggreen.com or
green@artofbeinggreen.ca

August 5
Stewart Park Summer Pops
Concert
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a
performance by the Perth Citizens’
Band at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand
behind the Perth Town Hall. Enjoy paddling opportunities throughout the District – and some are for a good
Info: www.perthband.ca cause!

August 6 to 29
The Voice of the Turtle
The Classic Theatre Festival presents
165th A TRADITION BUILT
ON EXCELLENCE
professional summer theatre with
the Second World War-era romance,
The Voice of the Turtle, by John van
Druten at the Perth Studio Theatre,
63 Gore St. E., Perth.
Info: 1-877-283-1283 or
www.classictheatre.ca
Labour Day Weekend
August 14, 15
13th Annual Perth Garlic
(Friday to Monday)
Festival September 3, 4, 5, 6
Awaken your taste buds at this Family fun including:
festival, which includes vendors, Agricultural and livestock showcase
contests and children’s activities. Children’s, grandstand &
Perth Fairgrounds. Admission is $5 midway entertainment
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and children under 12 free. Tractor pulls, 4H,


Info: 1-877-268-2833 or homecraft displays & more!
613-267-5322 or
Further information: www.perthfair.on.ca
www.perthgarlicfestival.com

August 14
Canoe the Clyde for Cancer
Starting in Lanark Village, choose an
easy 5- or 10-kilometre paddle on
the Clyde River.
Info: 613-259-5738 (Dick Cordick)  39
August 19
Stewart Park Summer Pops
Concert
Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a
performance by the Perth Citizens’
Band at 7:30 p.m. at the bandstand
behind the Perth Town Hall.
Info: www.perthband.ca
August 26
103rd Annual Glen Tay Block
Race
Starting in Downtown Perth, this
is a traditional favourite and many
athletes return each year to
participate in the 14.7-kilometre
road race. It starts and finishes at the For more than a century the Glen Tay Block Race has attracted runners.
Perth Museum on Gore Street and
begins at 6 p.m. woodturning, stained glass and www.lanarkhighlands.ca or
Info: 613-283-0824 (Tom Graham) more. The event runs from 10 a.m. www.lanark-highlands.com
August 28 until 5 p.m. each day. Brochures
with map available throughout the October 9, 10, 11
Maberly Fair
region. Perth Autumn Studio Tour
Maberly Agricultural Society hosts its
Info: www.inroadstour.ca or This tour is a wonderful showcase
128th fall fair at the fairgrounds.
613-279-3035 for contemporary art and craft, and
Info: www.maberlyagsociety.ca
the drive to the various locations is
August 28, 29 September 18 beautiful with the autumn colours
Rideau Lakes Artists’ Association Middleville Agricultural Fair at their brightest. Open each day
August Show and Sale At the quaint Middleville fairgrounds from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
This 16th annual show features enjoy terrific home-style meals, Info: www.perthstudiotour.com
original watercolour, oil and acrylic children’s games and displays, watch
paintings on display at the Westport the livestock judging or horse shows. October 9, 10, 11
United Church, corner of Spring and Info: 613-259-3028 (Bob McKay) or Crown and Pumpkin Tour
Church streets, Westport. Saturday: www.lanarkhighlands.ca Artistically diverse art tour with
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1 to 4 p.m. stops in northern Lanark Highlands.
Free admission.
September 25 Refreshments available.
Info: 613-928-3041 or McDonald’s Corners Agricultural Info: 613-256-3647 or
www.rideaulakesartists.com Fair www.crownandpumpkin.com
Take the family to the annual fair
September 3, 4, 5, 6 and enjoy some home-style meals, October 13
165th Perth Fair children’s games and more at the
Closing of the Tay/Rideau Canal
Opening parade, grandstand shows, McDonald’s Corners fairgrounds.
horse and cattle shows, steer and Info: 613-259-3172 and Locks
Navigation closes for the boating
lamb auction, midway and many
October 2, 3 season.
other activities.
The Scarlet Maple Fall Tour Info: 613-283-5170 or www.pc.gc.ca
Info: 613-267-4104 or
www.perthfair.com Take part in the annual “Open
Doors” of Lanark Highlands’ heritage October 17
September 3, 4, 5 churches, museums, studios and Bird and Small Animal Auction
18th Annual Inroads Studio Tour country businesses. At the same time, This unique event takes place at the
Journey through the Land O’Lakes enjoy the spectacular fall colours in fairgrounds in McDonald’s Corners.
and Lanark Highlands tourist regions the rolling countryside. Sponsored by Bring the whole family and spend
and enjoy the diverse talents of the Lanark Highlands Business and the day in the country.

40 local artists and artisans. Features


pottery, jewelry, batik, photography,
Tourism Association, this tour is free.
Info: 1-800-239-4695 or
Info: 613-259-3172 (Cheryl McInnis)
or www.lanarkhighlands.ca 
November 6 tree-lighting ceremony at the Tay Basin. December 4
Yuletide Fair Info: 613-267-1947 or Nick of Time Artisan Show
Start your Christmas shopping early perthmuseum@town.perth.on.ca or Some of the area’s finest artisans
at this annual event at St. Paul’s www.perthcanada.com feature their unique and original
United Church, 25 Gore St. E. Includes creations in the festive, relaxed
November 27 to December 24 atmosphere of Perth’s elegant
a bake table, crafts, jewelry and more
from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Enjoy a Victorian Christmas at McMartin House at 125 Gore St. E.
delicious lunch from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Matheson House from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Go back in time for the holidays. Info: 613-278-2712
The fully restored period rooms and
November 27 December 11, 12
hallways of the Matheson House,
Festival of Good Cheer home of the Perth Museum, will MERA Fine Arts and Craft Show
This event gets the holiday spirit be decorated for an old-fashioned Visit McDonald’s Corners and
started in Downtown Heritage Perth Victorian Christmas. discover some great Christmas gifts
and the Perth Museum. Holiday Info: 613-267-1947 or at this show.
shoppers will be transported back to perthmuseum@town.perth.on.ca Info: 613-278-0388 or www.
the Victorian era and entertained by meraschoolhouse@bell.net
the Perth town crier, carollers and December 4
music groups around town. The Santa Claus Parade December 14
museum will feature cider and The evening parade is set to begin at Perth Citizens’ Band Christmas
cookies by the fireplace in the 1840 5 p.m. Call to help, participate or for Concert
kitchen and seasonal music will play information. At St. James Anglican Church,
throughout the house. Don’t miss the Info: 613-264-0123 (Sheri Mahon- Drummond and Harvey St., 7:30 p.m.
evening fireworks and community Fournier) Info: www.perthband.ca 

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Shopping

F
rom hand-made items crafted
using locally grown products
to imported specialties and
great fare for bargain hunters, be
sure to make Perth and District your
shopping destination! Interesting
shops and boutiques can be found
throughout the area.

In Perth
Within five square blocks down-
town – walking distance – you’ll
find more than 70 unique shops,
boutiques, specialty stores and
restaurants, including crafts, antiques
and a flea market. Enjoy free short-
term parking on the main streets or,
if you plan to make a day of it or stay
for more than two hours, look for
one of several public parking lots Make
available in the core. Beyond the You’ll always find something unique Perth and
downtown core you’ll find additional and interesting in local shops. alpaca products,
retailers peppering other thorough- District
florists, hardware,
fares, including an award-winning your shopping wood crafts,
natural and specialty foods store. open their studios to customers.
variety stores,
At the Perth Mews Mall and along Lanark Highlands, too, is a bastion of destination!
unique fine
Highway 7 there is more free parking creativity, with many artisans calling
furniture,
and a variety of stores and services, the township home. In Lanark Village,
computers, fabrics, a terrific flea
including groceries, pharmaceuticals, take advantage of ample free parking
market, a fabulous book store and
clothing and much more. and browse the many shops that
much more. Between Perth and
line the core. In the village and
Lanark Village discover a little oasis
The District throughout the Highlands, you can
of divine shopping at Balderson.
Tay Valley is renowned as a home find a wide variety of products and
Experience the hamlet’s history at
base to some of the nation’s gifted shops, including antiques and
the cheese and country store, where
artists and artisans, many of whom collectibles, homemade candles,
you’ll find a wide variety of quality
products and lots of treats, or watch
skilled candy makers create delicious
chocolates and more at the adjacent
outlet store. You’ll also discover fine
furniture, gifts, cafés and much more.
A thriving cluster of businesses
at the corner of County Road 511
and Fallbrook Road, the “Downtown
Balderson” complex, is always
growing! There you’ll find ladies’ fine
apparel, home decorations and gift
items, baked goods, crafts and much
more. Beyond the crossroads of
the hamlet you’ll encounter organic
garden-fresh vegetables and orchards,
as well as a spa offering facials,
massages or full-day relaxation and
treatment packages.

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Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-
3204 or www.perthchamber.com 
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All Major Drug Plans Accepted “For dress, work or play,
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HOURS: Weekdays 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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DREAMS FOR SALE
CHOOSE WISELY – CHOOSE
Elysium, in its 9 years, has
always prided itself on the
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Everything has been


ANTIQUES - Art - Furniture - China personally chosen from

COLLECTIBLES - Retro - Books - Records as far as Dubai and Bali.


Handcrafted hats and
...AND MORE
headpieces have arrived
The Merchant
Martin & Erin from Wales.

x casual wear to evening wear


62 Gore St. E., for the contemporary woman
Perth, ON
613-264-2400 x feminine lingerie

www.themerchantofherriott.ca
345953

x fashion & custom jewellery

x imported hats & headpieces

Country Tole Creations x unique accessories

Gi� Shop opening hours


monday - saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm
sunday 11.00am - 4.00pm
Country Charm – Friendly Service
64 foster street, perth
Conveniently located in Downtown Perth ontario k7h 1s1
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at 60 Gore St. E. • 613-267-5858


tel: 613 264 8857
countrytolecreations@yahoo.ca
Country decor, candles, wreaths, flags, www.elysiumfashionboutique.com
signs, plates, tole and so much more... 346788 Chamber of Commerce Member 43
Green Living

L
ocal municipalities and
organizations are putting the
environment front and centre –
from local food initiatives to greener
waste management strategies. See
how Perth and District is striving to
be green!

ecoPerth
This award-winning organization
partners with local businesses,
groups and individuals to make
environmentally sustainable and
economically efficient projects
happen. Among its many initiatives
are a popular tree sale held every
two years, local food projects such
as Lanark Local Flavour (see below), There are
chemical-free lawn initiatives, solar many
hot-water system promotion, a Farm-fresh food is easy to find in Perth
plastic bag-reduction project, and District. community reduce green-
planting and naturalization efforts, house gases.
efforts Check with local
rainwater conservation and various runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every
energy-conservation projects. Saturday from Mother’s Day weekend to go green. municipalities
ecoPerth has left its footprint in the in May until Thanksgiving. In Lanark for info on
area – in a great way! Highlands be sure to visit the their waste
Info: www.ecoperth.on.ca McDonald’s Corners Farmers’ Market management services.
on Saturday mornings from May to Info: 613-267-3311 or
Farm-Fresh Food October at the MERA Schoolhouse www.perthcanada.com
There is no shortage of options for in McDonald’s Corners from 9 a.m. 613-267-5353 or
fresh, local food in Perth and District, to 1 p.m. Products for sale include www.tayvalleytwp.ca
thanks to the large farming and produce, baking, meats, plants, 613-259-2398 or
produce industry in the area. The jewelry and much more. www.lanarkhighlands.ca
Lanark Local Flavour initiative works Info: http://lanarklocalflavour.ca
to link local farmers to local eaters, 1-888-452-6275 or www. Green Housing
making it easier to get sustainably lanarkcountytourism.com The community is making strides
produced food. The Lanark Local 613-326-0465 or www. with green housing. PerthWorks,
Flavours website can help folks locate perthfarmersmarket.ca spearheaded by the Town of Perth,
growers and buyers of local food, 613-278-1818 (McDonald’s Corners) involves the medium-density
such as farmers’ markets, farm-gate www.ecoperth.on.ca redevelopment of a site based on
sales, community-shared agriculture, new urbanism and green (sustainable)
and restaurants and retailers. Watch Waste Management development design principles.
for the new “Culinary Journeys Map” As local municipalities strive to Students in the Construction
to be released in 2010 as part of this be greener they are working on Carpentry-Advanced Housing
initiative! At the Crystal Palace in environmentally conscious waste program at the Perth campus of
Perth you’ll find the Perth Farmers’ and recycling initiatives. Depending Algonquin College work on energy-
Market, featuring farm-fresh fruits on the area you’ll find blue box efficient houses and cottages as
and vegetables, eggs, meats, honey, recycling pickup, composting sites, part of their studies and have been
maple syrup, garlic, baking and special recycling depots and waste involved in the PerthWorks project
preserves. You can also find a variety sites featuring reuse centres. In 2008, with the building of a “Smart
of plants and locally produced Perth revamped its waste program Home” and a duplex on the site.
crafts from juried vendors. There’s to include weekly curbside organics Info: 613-267-3311 or
always good food and fun at the collections and has expanded its www.perthcanada.com

44 market, with special events planned


throughout the season. The market
recycling program. The aim is to
extend the life of the landfill and
613-267-2859 or
www.algonquincollege.com/perth 
Chamber of Commerce Member
REFLEXOLOGY

encouraging
your Pat Fournier,
body RAC Certified
to
heal 613-267-6826
itself or

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613-264-1145

PERTH FABRICS

Gifts • Home Accents • Garden Art & Statuary


347201
Plants • Rose Bushes • Hanging Baskets
Seeds • Bulbs • Trees • Shrubs • Flowers

Garden Tools • Mulch • Landscaping


CRAFTS ’N MORE
All types of fabrics, upholstery,
Chamber of
Commerce
Member

curtain rods
Quilting fabrics, supplies & lessons
Upholstery Foam
341410

Sewing machines
14 Gore St. E., Hwy. #7 to Wayside Drive
Downtown Perth (just 2kms east of Perth)
613-267-7990 613-267-4031

CUSTOM BLINDS & SHADES


Verticals Mini Blinds
Pleated Shades Cellular Shades
Heritage Wood Blinds
CUSTOM DRAPERIES & FABRICS
Sheers & Valances
Roman & Box Pleated
Bedspreads & Cushions
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WALLCOVERINGS & BORDERS


Country Prints Traditional
Folk Art Contemporary
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Art of Being Green development, particularly on its 
waterbodies, in order to maintain 
  Go green when the Art of Being 
or improve water and shoreline 
Green festival at the Middleville 
quality. In 2007, Lanark Highlands 
fairgrounds in Lanark Highlands 
completed the development of an 
showcases efforts to reduce 
Integrated Sustainable Community 
greenhouse gas emissions and
Plan, ending a year-long process 
engages the public about environ-
to create a plan for the township’s 
mental and renewable energy issues 
future. The ISCP was funded in 
(see p. 14). 
part by the Federation of Canadian 
Info: 613-267-5340 or
Municipalities and built upon 
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existing plans and initiatives. The 
  plan will help the township grow 
Leadership in an environmentally responsible 
  Environment and sustainability  way and adapt to coming changes. 
are priorities throughout the District.  Themes include shelter and 
Tay Valley Township has a highly  energy, food, transportation and 
motivated and environmentally  communication, waste and water, 
conscious populace with a  and natural environment.
vision to maintain and improve  Info: 613-267-5353 or
the environment. The official  www.tayvalleytwp.ca
plan indicates the township will  613-259-2398 or Perth and District celebrates going
encourage environmentally sensitive  www.lanarkhighlands.ca  green!

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Seven Wonders

P
erth and District is known for
its treasures, but did you know
it can boast being home to
some of the Seven Wonders of
Lanark County? In 2008, the County
of Lanark spearheaded a contest
that saw residents nominating
more than 50 special places. The
field was narrowed and the final
seven were revealed, and more
than half of those amazing sites can
be found right here in Perth and
District!
Blueberry Mountain, located
within the Alba Wilderness in
Lanark Highlands, features the
highest point in the county and  Blueberry Mountain

Visit the treasures


that make up
the Seven Wonders of
Lanark County!

Stewart Park
Cate Kerr photo

48 Purdon’s Conservation Area Silver Queen Mica Mine


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• Professional pharmacy • take time to explain your prescription
the view is worth the hike. This services • know and monitor your prescription history
nature sanctuary is home to • Digital photo finishing • be available when you need our help
• Food essentials • share our knowledge and
countless species of flora and fauna. • Canada Post advice for your better health
The Clifford family are stewards
of the land, conserving and restoring Jordan Clark
the natural forests and wetlands and pharmacist/
sharing them with the community.
owner
Purdon Conservation Area in
Lanark Highlands is owned by
Mississippi Valley Conservation and
features the greatest abundance of
Showy Lady’s Slipper Orchids found The Best Known Place to live an
anywhere in Canada – some 10,000
plants. Boardwalks, viewing areas Active Adult Lifestyle.
and educational signage make this a
destination, particularly in blooming
PERTHMORE

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season.
Stewart Park in Perth is a
gorgeous five-acre green space RIDEAU LAKE HOMES LTD. 60 FOSTER ST., PERTH K7H 151 rideaulakehomes.com 2010
behind the town hall. The property
was donated by the late Jessie
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John Alexander Stewart, who was Visit our Model Home at
a prominent figure in the town’s 4 Antonio Way
history. The Tay River flows through Located behind
Perth Memorial Hospital
this beautiful park, which features
majestic maples and rock wall
OPEN DAILY except Friday
gardens.
The Silver Queen Mica Mine is
located at Murphys Point Provincial PHASE V:
Park in Tay Valley Township. In the
47 Single Detached
early 1900s, minerals were mined
and shipped by barge along the 12 Town Homes
Rideau Canal and by train from Builder’s Design of 10 New Model Plans
Perth, providing extra income for PHASE IV:
Single detached homes on various size lots and including
local farming families. The mine 6 RAVINE TOWNHOMES 1, 2 and 3 bedroom designs; 4pc Master Bath; Eat-in Kitchens;
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summer. Within walking
The rest of the wonders include MODEL HOME distance of
the Five-Span Stone Bridge in 4 ANTONIO WAY downtown Perth,
Pakenham (Mississippi Mills); the health care and
services.
Mill of Kintail in Mississippi Mills
and St. Peter Celestine Church in See why others
Pakenham (Mississippi Mills). Be have chosen
sure to visit all of these remarkable Perthmore
places when you are in the area
and check out some of the fantastic Call us for details
nominees, too, on the Lanark County
Tourism website!
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Lifestyle

H
ow can you possibly resist?
Combine natural beauty, a
relaxed pace, ambiance and
great services and you’ll want to stay
in Perth and District for good. Here
are some of the reasons why more
people are choosing to call this area
home.

Location
With Ottawa and Kingston both
just an hour’s drive away, many
people are opting to commute home
to small-town/rural charm. Easily
access the nearby amenities of these
larger urban centres or work from
home thanks to fantastic links to the
information highway. The area also Come
has a number of sectors offering
employment, from retail to industry, Come home to a rural lifestyle and
to the area
tourism, hospitality, contracting and relaxed pace. to visit – to foot-care
more. clinics, visiting
or stay
to health-care amenities in Ottawa home care, Meals
Health Care and Kingston with heli-pads onsite for good! on Wheels and
We have excellent health care for rapid transport if necessary. other services.
and health-related services here. Among the services offered are
The expanding Perth & Smiths Falls acute care, in-patient rehabilitation, Services
District Hospital is a top-notch, fully emergency, maternity and obstetrics, Quaint, interesting and unique
accredited facility offering several various diagnostic services, numerous shops combined with a good mix
specialists and clinics in a variety of specialty clinics and a range of other of national chain stores make Perth
fields on two sites. It is located close services. The North Lanark County and District a wonderful shopping
Community Health Centre is a experience. Restaurants offer almost
non-profit, community-governed any type of food and atmosphere.
organization in Lanark Village that Pamper yourself with our great
offers a wide range of health services selection of beauty and spa choices
and information sessions to clients. in the area. You’ll find all the major
As well, numerous alternative and banks and some trust companies
holistic health-care practitioners here, as well as a range of insurance
are located in the area, including and real estate agents, financial and
homeopathy, acupuncture, massage legal advisors and car dealerships.
therapy, reflexology, reiki and There are churches of various
aromatherapy. Other health-care denominations located here (see p.
professionals include dentists, 64, check www.perthareachurches.ca
chiropractors, optometrists, or pick up a pamphlet at the Chamber
pharmacists, psychiatrists and office for information). The area also
psychologists, and physiotherapists. offers top-notch library services.

Long-Term Care Recreation


There are two long-term care Perth offers an indoor pool and an
facilities in Tay Valley on the outskirts outdoor recreation park. Perth and
of Perth, as well as a number of Lanark Village each have an arena.
accommodations geared to The Perth Curling Club on Beckwith
retirees, such as assisted-living Street was established in 1875 and

50 The area is rife with natural beauty and


historic charm.
apartment suites in Perth and
Lanark Village. Retirees have access
is still going strong, making it one
of the oldest clubs in the Ottawa 
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Valley. It has leagues for all ages. In
the surrounding townships you’ll
find ball parks, beaches, boat
launches, picnic areas, playgrounds,
numerous hiking trails, outdoor
rinks, tennis courts and soccer fields.
There are several private gyms in
Perth. Throughout Perth and District
halls, community centres and youth
centres are active with club meetings,
dances, socials, dinners and more.
Consider getting involved with one
of many associations catering to a
variety of interests and age groups.
You’ll find service clubs and other
organizations in fields such as
community service, environment,
arts and culture, crafts, special
interests, sports and more.

Outdoors Perth and District offers a number of recreational facilities for all ages.
Discover an abundance of
golf courses, conservation areas,
provincial parks, private campgrounds, Government information about what Perth and
boating, swimming, fishing, cycling, Perth and the surrounding District has to offer. Relocation
hiking, skating, snowshoeing, townships are directly represented packages are available at the
snowmobiling, and skiing here. by their own municipal councils, Chamber of Commerce and municipal
There are considerable opportunities which strive to keep tax rates offices.
for wildlife viewing in the diverse favourable in all sectors. The local Info: 613-267-3200 or
landscapes. councils are responsible for every- 1-888-319-3204 or
thing from waste management and www.perthchamber.com
Education recycling, snow plowing, a good 613-267-3311 or
roads network, water supply and www.perthcanada.com
In addition to day care, Montessori
treatment (in Perth), recreational 613-259-2398 or
and private schooling facilities, there
facilities, fire and police services, and www.lanarkhighlands.ca
are numerous elementary schools,
much more. 613-267-5353 or
two high schools and many other
www.tayvalleytwp.ca
children’s services located here. You Are You Convinced? 613-267-2859 or
can also find a T.R. Leger school for
Check this guide for more www.algonquincollege.com/perth 
adult, continuing and alternative
education. There are public and
separate schools available, as well
as cooperative learning. Algonquin
College’s Heritage Institute is located
in Perth, and it has a national and
international reputation for training
craftspeople to work in the
restoration of heritage buildings.
The campus offers diploma programs
in Heritage Carpentry and Millwork,
Heritage and Traditional Masonry,
Construction Carpentry-Advanced
Housing, Personal Support Worker,
52 Social Service Worker and Office
Administration-Executive.
Tours

W Bicycle Routes
hether on wheels, on foot
or by water, take a tour and Enjoy the sights of
For the cycling enthusiast, several
explore what Perth and Perth and District great routes have been developed in
District has to offer. the western half of Lanark County for
on one of
various ages, interests and skill levels
Driving Tours the suggested tours. (see p. 56). There are nine in total,
A leisurely drive through hamlets ranging from a 10-kilometre jaunt
and villages dotting the landscape around Perth to a more challenging
will reveal the rich historical The Rideau Heritage Route offers 93-km journey through the hills of
character of the area. See former sightseeing opportunities highlighting Lanark Highlands. You’ll find a range
mills along rivers or imagine the past heritage and commercial attractions of terrains and surfaces, such as
by observing still-working family in communities along the Rideau scenic back roads, rolling hills, rivers
farms. Journey over meandering corridor. Lanark Highlands provides and creeks, villages and hamlets,
streams and rolling hills, observe a comprehensive guide, Lanark beautiful lakes and forests and
spring flora and fauna or breathtaking Highlands Heritage Tours, Second historic sites. Visit the Chamber’s
fall leaves, and take in the area’s Edition, featuring six driving tours website to access the guides.
bountiful heritage architecture. that explore the original 1820s
Historical signage in Tay Valley’s surveyed municipalities making up Walking Tours
hamlets and special places allows the township today. The guide is The Chamber of Commerce and
visitors a glimpse of the significance available online or at the township the Perth Local Architectural
of various sites along byways and office. Other driving tours of the Conservation Advisory Committee
waterways. Enjoy the view today, region can be found at the Chamber have prepared a walking tour
then close your eyes and imagine! office. Continued on page 55

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347551 53
Fun in the Sun

H
ere is a guide to local public
beaches and boat launches.
Call for fees and restrictions.
Local provincial parks (see
www.ontarioparks.com) feature
campgrounds with facilities for
tents, trailers and RVs, as well as
canoe and kayak rentals. There are
numerous private campgrounds and
cottage rentals to be found in the
area, many of which offer beaches,
boat launches, rentals and facilities
for trailers and RVs.
Visit www.perthchamber.com
and search the business listings for
your perfect camping or cottaging
destination.
Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
or www.perthchamber.com There is always something happening on local waterways.
613-267-3311 or
www.perthcanada.com
613-259-2398 or  Murphys Point Provincial Park,  Flower Lake Beach,
www.lanarkhighlands.ca 613-267-5060 Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398
613-267-5353 or  Silver Lake Provincial Park,
www.tayvalleytwp.ca 613-268-2000 Boat Launches
www.ontarioparks.com  Sharbot Lake Provincial Park,  Pike Lake, off Scotch Line,
613-267-5060 (Murphys Point) 613-335-2814 Tay Valley, 613-267-5353
613-268-2000 (Silver Lake)  Clyde River Waterfront Park,  Last Duel Park, Perth (Tay River),
1-888-452-6275 or 613-267-4200 or Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398 613-267-3311
www.lanarkcountytourism.ca  Centennial Park,  Rideau Ferry Yacht Club,
Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398 1-800-267-3504, http://rvca.ca/
Beaches  South Lavant Community Park, careas/rideauferry/index.html
 Rideau Ferry Yacht Club, Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398  Christie Lake, Tay Valley,
1-800-267-3504, http://rvca.ca/  Robs Lake Beach, 613-267-5353
careas/rideauferry/index.html Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398  Murphys Point Provincial Park,
Big Rideau Lake, 613-267-5060
 Port Elmsley, access to Rideau,
http://www.rideau-info.com/
canal/boat-launch.html
 Sharbot Lake Provincial Park,
613-335-2814
 Silver Lake Provincial Park,
613-268-2000
 Clyde River Waterfront Park,
613-259-2398
 Joe’s Lake, Lanark Highlands,
613-259-2398
 Centennial Park,
Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398
 South Lavant Community Park,
Lanark Highlands, 613-259-2398
 Smiths Bay, Lanark Highlands,
613-259-2398
54 Take advantage of area rentals and launches for summer fun.
 White Lake, Lanark Highlands,
613-259-2398 
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buildings, homes and businesses
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office. Be sure to check out the great Physiotherapy
Paddling Routes guide offered by the 613-267-4485

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Cycling

I
f you’re keen to tread lightly while The maps can be downloaded – and safe – cycling!
visiting this great area, here is from the Chamber of Commerce Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
a fantastic way to do so – cycle website or can be picked up at the or welcome@perthchamber.com
tours. offices on Herriott Street. Happy or www.perthchamber.com 
The Perth and District Chamber
of Commerce has designed detailed
maps of nine cycling routes that PERTH AREA CYCLING ROUTES
range from a 10-kilometre jaunt in

route 2 • murphy’s point • 42km

route 2 • murphy’s point • 42km


and around Perth to a challenging
full-day, 93-km excursion through
Lanark Highlands.
“This area is a cyclist’s dream,”
said Madeline Bouvier, Chamber
co-manager. “There are so many
things to see, from heritage architec-
ture and interesting urban sites to
the natural beauty encountered on
country roads.” KM 1 Leave the CRYSTAL PALACE parking lot, go East on Drummond St. 19.9 9 SILVER QUEEN MINE and LALLY HOMESTEAD.
Check out the EcoPerth forest - an urban carbon sink. Two relics of the past. Follow the 2km hike into the Silver Queen
There is an abundance of lakes 2 Turn right onto South St. at the T intersection.
mine. Guided tours are also available. Check with the Park for guided
1.1 tour times.
and rivers, rolling farmlands and 1.2 3 Turn left onto Gore St., which becomes Rideau Ferry Road 10 Turn right at the stop sign onto Narrows Lock Rd. (County Road #14).
(County Road #1) to leave town.
22.8
This is a long open stretch with little shade, gravel shoulders and some
pockets of wetlands and woodlands 2.9 4 Consider a side trip down Wild Life Rd. to the rough pavement.
PERTH WILDLIFE RESERVE, a 96 hectare sanctuary.
along quiet rural roads – a perfect 4.8 5 Browse for treasures at PIONEER ANTIQUES.
31.0 11 Stop and turn right onto Scotch Line (County Road #10). The pavement
is smooth and traffic is heavier here.
way to explore the area. 5.0 6 MILLER BROOK FARMS, former home of Big Ben, on the left. 36.6 12 Find SCOTCH LINE PRODUCE on the right with a vegetable stand.
13 TREELAND APPLE ORCHARDS on the left.
“We are so close to the larger 7.0 7 Turn right onto Elm Grove Rd. (County Road #21) and follow the signs to
Murphy's Point Provincial Park. This road is a winding rolling country road
37.7
14 Turn left at the first lights onto Gore St.
with little traffic, gravel shoulders and rough pavement in places.
urban centres of Ottawa and
40.3
The view here is typical of the Frontenac Axis - the most southerly 41.3 15 Turn right onto Basin St. to return to the CRYSTAL PALACE.
extension of the Canadian Shield.
Kingston it’s easy to load up your 17.5 8 MURPHY'S POINT PROVINCIAL PARK. Consider
bike and spend the day exploring,” stopping for a picnic and a swim (free access for cyclists).There is a park
store here. Take care on the park roads and enjoy the shade.
adds Karen Rennie, heritage manager FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: PERTH & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
TOLL FREE: 1 888 319 3204 • WELCOME@PERTHCHAMBER.COM • WWW.PERTHCHAMBER.COM

for the Town of Perth.


Make a day of it or stay longer
The Chamber of Commerce has
and take advantage of the many
outstanding accommodations on designed fantastic local cycle routes.
offer in Perth and District, not to
mention the range of restaurants. PERTH AREA CYCLING ROUTES
Ms. Bouvier notes the creation of
the maps was sparked by the sheer
number of cycling-related inquiries
route 1 • glen tay • 15km

route 1 • glen tay • 15km

coming into the Chamber office.


A bicycling committee formed in
early 2009 and brought together
enthusiastic members with a
complementary variety of skills.
“The initiative grew from a
Chamber of Commerce venture to a
community-wide project involving KM 1 Leave the CRYSTAL PALACE parking lot and go Northwest on 13.0 9 Turn left on Conlon Road. This road will take you into the fantastic
Drummond St. sports fields of Perth, known as Conlon Farm.
local cyclists and businesses,” Ms. 0.6 2 You will pass by PERTH MANOR BOUTIQUE HOTEL, (built in 1868).
This land was once the Conlon Farmland.
10 At the sports fields, go to the right of the chalet, and follow the path
Rennie added. 1.0 3 Turn left onto Harris Street, just before the railway tracks.
13.5
past the children's playground and in front of the tennis courts. Please
4 Harris Street becomes Sunset Blvd (County Road #6) at the traffic lights watch for children. This path will take you over a small bridge, which
The committee is working to 1.3
and later becomes Christie Lake Road. will lead you onto Bathurst Road.
11 At the intersection of Bathurst Road and Rogers Road, turn left.
establish partnerships with the local 6.3 5 At the village of Glen Tay, turn left onto the Glen Tay Road.This is
also part of the Rideau Heritage Route. Within metres of turning left, you
13.9
12 Cross the Tay River and turn right on the first street (John Street).
can visit the LITTLE STREAM BAKERY for an organic snack. Continue
14.5
hospitality industry, which is eager past the bakery and within metres, stop and take a peek at
At the bend, take the small path on your right leading to a beautiful
“Rainbow Bridge”. Hop off your bike and walk it over this
MCVEIGH'S TAYVIEW MINIATURES AND BARN CRITTERS. bridge.Travel straight down this street, passing the beautiful
to promote cycling tourism in the 7.1 6 Continue up the hill and over. If you enjoy knitting, take a moment to HAGGART HOUSE on your left and into Stewart Park.
stop on the left side at the bottom of the hill, to visit janie h. knits.
area. The committee has also been You are in for a wonderful treat as Janie has some of the most
15.0 13 Cross Gore Street, and you have arrived back at the
Crystal Palace.
wonderful fabrics!
proactive in terms of cycling safety 7 Enjoy the tranquil streams and other beautiful scenery along this

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8.3
picturesque roadway.
– raising awareness and providing 9.2 8 Turn left onto Scotch Line Road at the T intersection. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: PERTH & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

useful tips for cyclists. TOLL FREE: 1 888 319 3204 • WELCOME@PERTHCHAMBER.COM • WWW.PERTHCHAMBER.COM
The Town of Perth
Has In Effect A
Outdoors 2-Hour On-Street
Complimentary

S
kiing, hiking, biking or paddling diamonds, soccer fields, a beach Parking Program
– whatever your outdoor volleyball court, basketball courts Within The Downtown
passion you’ll find a way to and walking paths. Lanark Village is Perth Area
enjoy it here. Peruse the unlimited home to Clyde Memorial Ball Park, Monday Through Saturday,
activities in this playground and which has lighting for night games as 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
enjoy! well as a snack bar and washrooms.

On the Water
Other ballparks in Lanark Highlands
are located at Robertson Lake,
N o Person shall park a vehicle within
the complimentary area for more than
two consecutive hours, or re-park within
This area is a paradise of lakes and McDonald’s Corners and Hopetown. five hours of the initial parking in the
In Tay Valley you’ll find three baseball complimentary area. Parking in excess of
rivers. Not only can you explore a the two-hour limit or within the five hours
UNESCO World Heritage Site (the diamonds, a tennis court and soccer is subject to a fine.
Rideau and Tay canals), but many fields.
If you are going to be more than two hours,
local waterways have public access Info: 613-267-3311 or we encourage you to please park your
points allowing you to launch a boat, www.perthcanada.com vehicle in one of our pay-and-display
canoe or kayak. Gain an entirely new 613-259-2398 or municipal lots shown below.
perspective on the rich historical www.lanarkhighlands.ca If you see a meter, feed a meter.
and natural character of the area by 613-267-5353 or
www.tayvalleytwp.ca PARKING LOT
water. See the article in this guide
that lists local public beaches and LOCATION INDEX
boat launches (p. 54), and be sure
to check the myriad of facilities
available at local resorts by visiting
the Chamber’s website. A fabulous
kayaking/canoeing guide can
be found at municipal offices, as
well as other boating information.
Be sure to check out the Rideau
Heritage Route’s new Paddling
Routes publication, also available on
their website. It offers information
about access, difficulty levels,
accommodations and much more
along the Rideau system.
Info: 613-267-3200 or
1-888-319-3204 or Choose from an array of exciting local
www.perthchamber.com golf courses.
www.pc.gc.ca
1 Wilson Street
613-264-0094 or Golf 2 Code’s Mill
www.tayriver.org/tay175 Some of the region’s most 3 Museum
613-267-3311 or beautiful courses can be found here. 4 Chamber of Commerce
www.perthcanada.com Try your swing at one of the lovely 5 Tay Basin
613-259-2398 or nine-hole adventures nestled amid NOTE: 8-hour parking limit in all lots.
www.lanarkhighlands.ca the hills and rivers of the highlands The Complimentary Parking program is
613-267-5353 or and valleys near Perth or check out provided by the Town of Perth and the
www.tayvalleytwp.ca 18-hole beauties rife with challenges Downtown Heritage Perth BIA.
www.rideaufriends.com and gorgeous scenery. Perth is For further information on parking,
http://rideauheritageroute.ca/en/ please contact the Bylaw Enforcement
home to the oldest longest-running Office of the Town of Perth at
nine-hole course in Canada (now 613-267-3311 or the
Summer Sports
346802

extended to 18 holes), featuring Downtown Heritage Perth BIA


There are plenty of outdoor a picturesque round amid mature at 613-264-1190.
activities to keep the whole family trees. Many area courses are full- Please enjoy
busy. Slide over to Conlon Farm service facilities featuring driving your stay with
Recreation Park in Perth (off Rogers ranges, practice greens, licenced us and thank
you for visiting
Road and Scotch Line) to find tennis
courts, a skateboard park, baseball
clubhouses, full-course meals,
refreshment golf carts, equipment 
Perth!
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rentals, pro shops and lessons. Tree-
lined fairways and multiple water
hazards provide challenges and
rewards. Some offer their clubhouse
facilities for banquets and other
events. See the ads in this guide.
Info: 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204
or welcome@perthchamber.com
or www.perthchamber.com

Hunting and Fishing


There are plenty of areas that offer
hunting opportunities, particularly
for deer, ducks and wild turkey. A
range of fish species can be found
in local lakes and rivers and fishing
enthusiasts will find great spots for
bass fishing, fly fishing and ice fishing.
Info: 613-258-8204 or
www.mnr.gov.on.ca You’ll find
Conlon Farm in Perth offers a range of
recreational opportunities. ample outdoor and tamarack. It
Wildlife Observation includes a walk
Explore nature at two local recreational
Road, this park also offers a across a wooden
conservation areas. The Perth activities boardwalk over
Wildlife Reserve, south of Perth off playground, camping, swimming,
picnic areas and an education here. a small wetland.
Rideau Ferry Road, is a haven to Parking, picnic
hundreds of plant and animal species program.
Info: 613-267-5060 or and outdoor
and features a butterfly garden washroom facilities are available.
and the beautiful Tay Marsh, which www.ontarioparks.com
 Silver Lake Provincial Park is Access is 2 km east of County Road
you can see from the trail-side
located west of Perth on Highway 7 511, located at 1024 Herron Mills
observation tower. Slip into the
and features a short hiking Road.
Purdon Conservation Area, located
trail along with wildlife-viewing Info: 1-888-9LANARK or
35 kilometres northwest of Perth
opportunities, swimming, picnic www.county.lanark.on.ca
off Lanark County Road 8, to discover
the largest Showy Lady Slipper areas, camping, a playground,  Glen Tay to Havelock Trail is a
orchid colony in Canada. It’s a fishing, boating and more. multipurpose trail that includes
beautiful sight to see the 16,000 Info: 613-268-2000 or walking, biking, horseback riding,
blooms each spring, and the height www.ontarioparks.com ATV, snowmobiling and skiing
of the season is usually the third  Wheeler’s Maple Heritage Museum and runs east-west south of
week of June. has indoor and outdoor displays, Highway 7 using the former rail
Info: 1-800-267-3504 or a playground and a network of bed.
613-692-3571 or www.rvca.ca nature trails throughout the Info: www.county.lanark.on.ca/
613-259-2421 or www.mvc.on.ca 730-acre maple forest. It is located Page267.aspx
25 minutes north of Perth.  The Trans Canada Trail, which is
Trails Info: 613-278-2090 or an initiative to create the world’s
Along with the previously www.wheelersmaple.com longest recreational trail winding
mentioned conservation areas, make  The Rideau Trail is a gorgeous through every province and
sure you check out these locations 300-km route running from territory, links the Cataraqui Trail
for some scenic trails: Kingston to Ottawa and is to Carleton Place through Rideau
 Murphys Point Provincial Park has a maintained by members of the Ferry, Perth, Balderson, Lanark
variety of trails showcasing historic Rideau Trail Association. Village and Almonte. The multi-use
sites, including a restored mica Info: www.rideautrail.org trail uses existing town, township
mine and homesteads, as well as  Baird Trail offers a self-guided and county roads.

58 beautiful natural settings. Located


20 km south of Perth on ElmGrove
interpretive tour winding through
forests of beech, red pine, spruce
Info: www.tctrail.ca
To learn more about Perth and 
BELL’S
www.bellsmachining.com
MACHINING, WELDING
& HYDRAULICS
613-267-1965
HYDRAULICS SALES • AIR CONDITIONING
& SERVICE (HOSES)
MINI-STORAGE • Pumps • Shafting
RENTALS • 6 WIRE HOSES
• Motors • Cylinders
• Hoses • STRUCTURAL
• Induction STEEL
1 Block West of Perth Hardened
Police & Fire Station
• MACHINING
Pins
Serving The Community
For 20 Years HEAVY EQUIPMENT EXPERTS IN
Competitive monthly & DIESEL WELDING & METAL
and long-term rates
• Engine Repairs • Fabrication (Steel, Aluminum
2022 Scotch Line & Parts & Stainless)

613-267-3682 • Diesel engine • Mobile Welding


e-mail: injection pumps Services
stornlock@hotmail.com
1-877-898-7202
• Prop and skeg repair

344663
Chamber of Commerce Member 343303 2021 Rogers Rd., Unit 2, Perth, ON

Canada’s WPublic
Oldest elco
me
Golf Course!
342932

Chamber of Commerce Member


Est. 1890
Chamber of Commerce Member

• Mondays 2 for 1 Green Fees


Mature scenic golf course, 18 holes, with purchase of cart (excluding holidays)
par 72, large rental cart fleet, beverage
and food cart daily, fully licensed
restaurant and patio with expanded
menu. Complete practice facilities.
Fully stocked pro shop. CPGA pro on staff.
Flagstick Magazine 2009
2nd Most Underrated Course – Ottawa area
2009 Readers’ Choice
Best Golf Course & Driving Range – Perth area
3 miles west of Perth on
Cty. Rd. #10 (Scotch Line) Book online at otttawagolf.com/perthgolf
or call 613-264-1235 www.perthgolf.ca
Book online at
www.ottawagolf.com/mapleview e-mail: perthgolfcourse@bellnet.ca 346784 59
District trails, contact the Lanark skiing or snowboarding fix at Mount rinks in Glen Tay and Maberly.
County Tourism Association at Pakenham Winter Sports Resort and Info: 613-267-5060 or
1-888-452-6275 or 613-267-4200 or Calabogie Peaks. Take the kids to www.friendsofmurphys point.ca
www.lanarkcountytourism.ca Conlon Farm Recreation Park in Perth 613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204 or
where they can trek up the big hill www.perthchamber.com
Winter and toboggan or ice skate at the www.snowmobile.dnsalias.net
Snowmobiles are a great way to
outdoor rink. There are also outdoor www.kptrails.com 
tour this region. There are hundreds
of kilometres of trails running
across Lanark County and into the
Ottawa area and beyond the county
to the west, north and south. Several
local snowmobile clubs are part
of the Beautiful Eastern Association
of Snowmobile Trails and the
Kingston and Pembroke Snow
Trails Association. Take advantage
Perth and District
of these groomed paths to guide
you through Perth and District. If offers
cross-country skiing or snowshoeing
is your favourite winter activity, recreation for
check out the trails at Murphys Point every season.
Provincial Park or get your downhill Check out the network of snowmobile trails in the area.

Solid oak, cherry,


maple & hickory
Dining room, bedroom,
office and kitchen
furniture
Simple, elegant,
handcra�ed to last a
lifetime
Custom orders
Lifetime guarantee

348086
342635

• Amish Furniture • Amish harness


Chamber of Commerce Member 341640
Chamber of Commerce Member

• Horse accessories • Jams • Gi�s


• Handcra�ed oak & cherry furniture & cra�s
Largest Selection In The Ottawa Valley!
Regular, Petite and Plus Sizes 6 to 24
• Also featuring cra�s by Grandma’s
Ladies’ Brand Name Bathing Suits crochet and macrame
At Wholesale Prices
Men’s And Children’s Casual Wear 150 Township Boundary Rd.
just north of Downtown Balderson
60
Open 7 days a week
7 km north of Perth on Hwy. 511
6 1 3 . 2 6 7.4 5 6 6
Clyde Hall SIMPLY LOCAL
Bed & Breakfast

We will custom design a


Comfort Captured in History basket to suit your needs All local products and
� Restored 1840 stone home of and pocket book MAKE homemade baking
Alexander Caldwell, lumber baron, GIFT
MP SHOPPING
7 km from Perth
� Located in the quaint village of EASY Products from
346852

Lanark on ten acres on Hwy. 511

341643
� Central air, fireplaces, outdoor
swimming pool, hot tub, jacuzzi
(across from the old cheese factory)
613-264-1500
local suppliers
� Homestyle breakfasts – golf, ski,
� Honey, jam
Chamber of Commerce Member

swim, hike, bike, fish, boat www.baldersonfinefoods.ca


� Get-aways, weddings, receptions,
� Cosmetic products

Chamber of Commerce Member


corporate events, reunions
Recommended by Janette Higgins � Oils, vinegars,
as one of the Best B&Bs in Ontario pickles, cheeses
131 Mill St., Lanark � Ice creams with
Tel: 613-259-2330 local flavours
E-mail: clydehall@sympatico.ca
Website: www.clydehall.com

Lanark 75 George Street,


Highlands Lanark, ON
Business www.lanarkhighlands.ca
&
347195 Chamber of Commerce Member

Tourism
Association 613-259-2398
www.lanark-highlands.com 1-800-239-4695

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Housing

B
uild, buy or renovate – take
your pick! Perth and District is
home to a wide range of folks
– from young families to retirees
and seniors. Local municipalities
are ready to answer your questions
about housing in the region.

Urban and Rural Trends


In recent years, most single-unit
homes being built in Perth are in
the Perthmore and Ashgrove
communities, with nearly a dozen
new units built in 2007. In 2008, five
new single units were built, with four
added as of the end of August 2009.
With so many lakes in the townships,
many buyers are seeking waterfront
property and the cottage lifestyle
remains a popular demand for
homeowners. In Tay Valley, where Local
nearly 150 building permits were Algonquin College heritage tradespeople
issued in 2008, it’s estimated half masonry students learn the trade. www.perthcanada.com
of the population growth over the can meet
613-267-5353 or
your every www.tayvalleytwp.ca
next two decades 613-259-2398 or
will result from the building need.
www.lanarkhiglands.ca
cottage conversion 613-267-3200 or
trend. This form of 1-888-319-3204 or
development gives the www.perthchamber.com
township an opportunity
to enhance environmental
protection by confirming Professionals on Hand
whether septic systems Whether you’re renovating, buying
need an upgrade. On-site or building a home, the region
septic systems are part of a houses many qualified contractors
rural lifestyle and must be to do the job. The Lanark-Leeds
approved and maintained. Home Builders Association has
Lanark Highlands also represented the local homebuilding
fields questions regarding and renovation community since
housing projects and 1991. It has an active membership
cottage conversions, and consisting of builders, suppliers,
handled nearly 200 building services, trade contractors and
permits in 2008. Call educators. With these members you
municipal offices for info are guaranteed high quality and
about zoning and permits professionalism. From general
required for building projects. contractors to electricians to
Conservation authorities landscapers, check this guide, local
make recommendations telephone listings and the Chamber
regarding environmental of Commerce for info regarding
sensitivities. The Chamber all your housing needs. There are
office can also answer also plenty of retail sources in
questions regarding Perth and District for appliances,

62 This is a training ground for builders of the


future.
housing projects.
Info: 613-267-3311 or
interior decorating, flooring,
windows and doors, building 
supplies, equipment, tool rentals and
more.
Info: 613-523-5656 or
www.llhba.on.ca
613-267-3200 or 1-888-319-3204 or
www.perthchamber.com

Training for the Future


The Algonquin College Heritage
Institute in Perth trains hundreds of
students in heritage and advanced
housing construction techniques
each year. Their good work can be
seen throughout town. The college’s
Construction Carpentry-Advanced
Housing program is increasingly
popular and focuses on meeting
the need for skilled workers in the
expanding energy and resource-
efficient building construction
field.
Info: 613-267-2859 or

Crain
www.algonquincollege.com/perth  Build, buy or renovate – the area offers many qualified contractors.

Developments
Chamber of Commerce Member
Beautiful Estate Lots
Build Anytime
Both subdivisions are located only minutes from
the beautiful and historic town of Perth, providing
convenient access to schools,medical facilities, Sheridan Estates
banking, shopping, entertainment and much more.
Located approx. 2 kilometers outside

Build your dream home on large estate lots ranging


Perth, Ontario on Hwy. #511

from 1.5 – 2.0 acres in a quiet country setting.


Choose between wooded or clear lots and enjoy
natural gas, paved streets, street lights and garbage
pick up services. Golf courses, rivers, lakes and
recreational facilities are abundant in the Perth area.
Take a Drive and View the Lots Today
www.craindevelopments.com
Christian Allan, Sales Representative
342763

Coldwell Banker Settlement Realty Ltd. Brokerage


Fellinger’s Mill Estates
Cell: 613-207-0834
Toll-free/pager: 1-800-552-7242
Located approx. 3.5 kilometers outside

63
2 Wilson St. E., Perth, ON, K7H 1L2 Historic Perth, Ontario on Perth Road County Road #10
345955
Church Services • Residential • Commercial • Industrial
• Agricultural • Bulk markets
• Small cylinder exchange
• Hot water tank sales program

I
24-HOUR
nformation about local church EMERGENCY
services and happenings SERVICE
can be found at www.pertharea 51 Industrial Rd., PERTH –
churches.ca. You can also pick up 44 - Highway 511 613-267-1752 • 1-866-699-1799

Commerce Member
a brochure at the Chamber office. 5552 Ste. Catherine St., ST. ISIDORE –

Chamber of
(Lanark Road) 613-524-2079 • 1-800-465-4927
ENNIS GENERAL 1525 John Counter Blvd., KINGSTON –
ANGLICAN

344008
CARPENTRY BUILDING 613-544-3335 • 1-877-544-3335
St. James The Apostle Anglican Church
Drummond and Harvey streets, Perth.
Sundays September to June at 8 a.m.
and 10 a.m; Wednesdays at 10 a.m.;

Commerce Member
July and August, Sundays at 9 a.m.

Chamber of
and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Info: 613-267-1163 or CHIMNEY SWEEPING & ROOFING STOVES, FIREPLACES & INSERTS
stjamesperth@superaje.com or
www.superaje.com/~stjamesperth Free
342607

• Sales and installation of wood, gas, electric In-Home


St. Alban and pellet stoves, fireplaces and inserts Consultations
291 Maberly-Elphin Road, Maberly • Chimney sweeping and re-lining • Roofing
Info: www.superaje.com/~marsin/ WETT Certified
parish.htm Tel - 613-267-7981 R.R.#6 Perth Tel - 613-267-0011
877-247-9337 16693 Hwy. 7 East Fax - 613-267-9606
St. Augustine’s of Canterbury
County Road 10 and Richardson
Road, Perth
Worship services are held on the

VALLEY
second and fourth Sunday of each
month at 9:15 a.m. Serving
Info: 613-267-1163 or Your
stjamesperth@superaje.com or Plumbing & Community
www.superaje.com/~stjamesperth Water Treatment since 1987
St. John’s Anglican Church • Water Softeners • Pumps & Pressure Systems
1370 Highway 511, Balderson • Ultraviolet Disinfection • Hydrogen Peroxide Injection
Info: www.superaje.com/~marsin/

348138
• Iron/Sulphur Removal • Fully Licenced and Insured
parish.htm
We are the Solution to Your Water Problems
St. Paul Chamber of Commerce Member
2985 Highway 511, Lanark
Info: www.superaje.com/~marsin/
parish.htm
1-800-645-9639 613-267-5206 www.valleywatertreatment.ca
St. Stephen
707 Anglican Church Rd., Perth
Info: www.superaje.com/~marsin/ & Hardwood Flooring
parish.htm & Ceramic Tile
343625

BAPTIST
First Baptist Church Let the expert do the job!
17 D’Arcy St., Perth Top quality products and excellent service
Chamber of Commerce Member

Sundays at 10:30 a.m. � Carpet � Hardwood � Vinyl


� Area Rugs � Laminate � Ceramic
Info: 613-267-2023 or � Carpet Binding � Floor & Wall Tile
firstbaptistchurchperth@gmail.com Our warehouse carries over 300 rolls of carpet and vinyl
Lanark Baptist Church 20 years HUGE SELECTION 30+ years’

77 York St., Lanark in business In stock Hardwood & Ceramic experience in sales
and installation
Free Estimates• Expert Installation
Sundays: 10:30 a.m.
To get the best value for your dollar, shop with the FLOORING SPECIALISTS
64 Info: 613-259-3173 or
lanarkbaptistchurch@bellnet.ca  2110 Scotch Line Rd., Perth John Brady • 613-264-8290
24-HOUR SERVICE
METHODIST
Asbury Free Methodist Church • Sales • Service • Installation • Parts
21st
144 Gore St. E., Perth ANNIVERSARY
Large Inventory of New Doors RESIDENTIAL

345959
GARAGE
• SECTIONAL GARAGE DOORS
Info: 613-267-2345 or
DOOR COMPANY
SOUTHEASTERN
ONT.
122 Collings, Perth • ELECTRIC DOOR OPENERS
office@asburyfmperth.com or 198 0
COMMERCIAL
CANADIAN
1-800-551-0472
9 201
DOOR

www.asburyfmperth.com INSTITUTE

PENTECOSTAL
613-267-4842 • ROLLING STEEL SERVICE DOORS
• RADIO CONTROLS • SECTIONAL

Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church


160 Wayside Dr., Perth
Sundays at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Info: 613-267-3295 or
info@gtpcperth.com or
Building Today...
www.gtpcperth.com

PRESBYTERIAN
for Tomorrow
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
1 Drummond St. W., Perth
September to June, Sundays at
11 a.m.; July and August, Sundays at Green
10 a.m. “Antique”
Info: 613-267-2481 or Kitchens
www.standrewsperth.com

Elphin Presbyterian Church


Elphin
Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Info: 613-278-0888 on
Light Green display
Knox Presbyterian Church Passive Solar Model Home in our
McDonald’s Corners (Hwy. 7 at Leach’s Rd.) model
Sundays at 11:15 a.m. home
Info: 613-278-0888

Snow Road Presbyterian Church


Snow Road
Sundays at 9 a.m.
Info: 613-278-0888 Canadian
Soapstone
ROMAN CATHOLIC
St. John the Baptist Timberframe Masonry
38 Wilson St. E., Perth & Hybrids Heaters
Eucharist: Saturdays at 5:15 p.m.,
Sundays at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Custom Homes & Co�ages
• customized architectural services
Weekdays as outlined in weekly • from cost-efficient cabin kits to
bulletin. pre-insulated panelized systems
Info: 613-267-1043 or • full construction management
stjohnperth@gmail.com or or self-builder support
www.stjohnsperth.com • hybrid timberframe options
343440

Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Chamber of Commerce Member

86 Princess St., Lanark www.evergreenconcepts.ca


Mass: Saturdays at 5 p.m. and
Sundays at 9 a.m. 613-267-6721 • 1-877-267-6721 (toll-free)
Info: 613-259-2155 or
sacredheartchurch@gmail.com 
Office/Model Home: 420 Leach’s Rd. (Hwy. 7) Perth 65
St. Columbkill’s Church Balderson United Church

Torie O’Neill photo


4492 Watsons Corners Rd., 131 Fallbrook Rd., Balderson
McDonald’s Corners Sundays, September to June
Mass: Sundays at 11 a.m. at 9:30 a.m.; July and August,
Info: 613-259-2155 or 9 a.m.
sacredheartchurch@gmail.com Info: 613-259-3380
SALVATION ARMY St. Andrew’s United Church
Salvation Army Family Centre 115 Clarence St., Lanark
40 North St., Perth Sundays, September to June
Info: 613-267-4652 at 11 a.m.; July and August at
10:30 a.m.
Perth Seventh-Day Adventist Church Info: 613-259-3380
2734 County Road 10, Perth
Saturdays at 11 a.m. Bethel United Church
Info: 613-267-7251 1500 Rideau Ferry Rd., Perth
Sundays at 11 a.m.
UNITED Info: 613-264-3855
St. Paul’s United Church
25 Gore St. W., Perth Lombardy United Church
Sundays at 10 a.m. 688 Highway 15 South,
Info: 613-267-2973 or Lombardy
stpauls@ripnet.com or There are churches of many denominations Sundays at 9 a.m.
www.stpauls-uc-perth.org throughout the District. Info: 613-264-3855 

ENNIS
GENERAL CARPENTRY LTD.

“Your Complete Carpentry Service”

613-264-0208

Unique Masonry Heaters,


Custom-Built
Bake Ovens & Cook Tops
Energy Efficient Homes
• Built with heat-retaining Finnish soapstone,
Cottages /Renovations creating healthy, radiant heat
Fire/Water Restorations • Tulikivi makes the most efficient, cleanest-burning
and safest fireplaces in the world
On-Site Mobile Trailer Rentals • Masterfully engineered in Finland; aesthetically
On-Site Office
beautiful, this is by far the most useful piece of
art you’ll ever own
& Portable Storage Containers Roland Spuehler • Maberly, ON
613-268-2187 • Cell 613-812-0825
Www.enniscarpentryltd.com www.soapstoneheating.com
Gordon Ennis Proprietor Chamber of Commerce Member 347554
44 Hwy 511, Perth
Over 100 standard models
66 Chamber of Commerce Member 345957 and professional advice on customizing
Who to Call...
Legion hall and outside along the Tay Canal
on July 3 & 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
BED & BREAKFASTS
A listing of 613-283-5270 or hynesdobson@magma.ca  Clyde Hall Bed & Breakfast
Perth-area businesses  The Merchant of Herriott Historic neo-classical stone home of Alexander
Caldwell (lumber baron and MP). Vacant for
The Merchant of Herriott has a little something
and services for everyone and every budget. If you’re in
40 years, burned in 1999, restored in 2002.
Open year round, Clyde Hall offers exclusive
the area, stop by and see for yourself. Whether
accommodation adjacent to Timber Run Golf
you are decorating your home, looking for a
Course. 131 Mill St., Lanark. 613-259-2330.
ACCOMMODATIONS special gift or simply indulging your collector’s
passion, we understand the excitement of  Drummond House Perth Bed and
 Drummond House Perth Bed and finding a treasure. 62 Gore St. E., Perth. Breakfast
Breakfast 613-264-2400. Historic 1830 stone residence overlooking
Historic 1830 stone residence overlooking downtown shops, restaurants and Tay River
downtown shops, restaurants and Tay River ARTISANS, GIFTS Basin. A complete R & R experience: heated
Basin. A complete R & R experience: heated inground pool, hot tub, special “Bridal Suite,”
inground pool, hot tub, special “Bridal Suite,”  Country Tole Creations three luxurious suites with private baths,
three luxurious suites with private baths, Friendly service – knowledgeable staff – great
prices! Don’t miss this delightful selection of fine linens, elegant dining room, delicious
fine linens, elegant dining room, delicious multi-course breakfasts, free long-distance
multi-course breakfasts, free long-distance country decor – wreaths, garlands, many
varieties of stars, candles, sign boards, seasonal telephone, HD TV, wireless Internet. Call
telephone, HD TV, wireless Internet. Call 613- 613-267-1038 or 1-866-713-1038.
267-1038 or 1-866-713-1038. and garden accessories as well as basic tole
supplies. Located at 60 Gore St. E. in Downtown E-mail: drummondhouseperth@sympatico.ca
E-mail: drummondhouseperth@sympatico.ca Web: www.drummondhouseperth.com
Heritage Perth. 613-267-5858.
Web: www.drummondhouseperth.com
 Riverguild Fine Crafts  Nevis Estate
 Victoria House Perth Bed & Breakfast Locally made fine crafts including leather, One of Perth’s most famous houses in a
Beautifully restored 1901 brick home located weaving, co-op games, jewelry, batik, park-like setting. Nice walk to the downtown.
in downtown heritage Perth. Two luxurious wood-carving, stained glass, clay, etching, Outdoor pool. 61 Drummond St. W., Perth,
air-conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms, sheepskin and much more. 51 Gore St. E., K7H 2K5. 613-326-0017.
king and queen beds, satellite TV, wireless Perth. 613-267-5237.
Internet, complimentary long distance  Victoria House Perth Bed & Breakfast
anywhere in North America, fireplace, gourmet  Shadowfax Beautifully restored 1901 brick home located
breakfast using local and organic foods Find a unique mix of merchandise in this in downtown heritage Perth. Two luxurious
whenever possible. Private gym. On-site shop including natural-fibre clothing; amber, air-conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms,
parking. Smoke and pet free. 1 Victoria St., sterling silver and other unique jewellery; CDs king and queen beds, satellite TV, wireless
Perth. Tel: 613-267-4830 Fax: 613-267-0252. for all tastes; cards and “out-of-the-ordinary” Internet, complimentary long distance
Web: www.victoriahouseperth.com gift ideas. 67 Foster St., Downtown Perth. anywhere in North America, fireplace, gourmet
E-mail: victoriahouseperth@gmail.com 613-267-6817. Open Sundays and most breakfast using local and organic foods
holidays 12-5. www.shadowfax.on.ca whenever possible. Private gym. On-site
ALTERATIONS parking. Smoke and pet free. 1 Victoria St.,
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE Perth. Tel: 613-267-4830 Fax: 613-267-0252.
 Perth Fabrics Crafts ’n More Web: www.victoriahouseperth.com
Whether you need a skirt shortened, a broken  Advanced Automotive & E-mail: victoriahouseperth@gmail.com
zipper replaced or alterations of any sort, we Transmission
can repair it to your satisfaction. With years of A family-owned and operated business with BOAT TOURS
sewing experience, Shirley Ann is happy to pin a full-service repair and maintenance facility
garments to correct measurements. 14 Gore offering complete repairs to cars, trucks and  Rideau Boat Tours
small engines. All work will support your Treat the family to an unforgettable experience
St. E., Downtown Perth. 613-267-7990.
warranty. Voted one of the best 20 garages of this most picturesque section of Canada’s
in Canada by SSGM magazine. 10 Conlon Dr., historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Site, on “Chuckles,” our 30-foot electric cruiser.
Perth. 613-264-0344. www.advance-perth.ca
Daily tours late May to early October. Tours
 Hoffman’s Gore Street Flea and  Canadian Tire depart from Chaffey’s Lock. Wheelchair
Antique Market State-of-the-art 10-bay service centre. Complete accessible. Washroom facilities. Booking and
A “must visit” in Perth. Over 45 vendors selling car, truck, trailer repair and maintenance. information 613-272-0222.
large and small antiques, furniture, china, Quality auto parts at the best price guaranteed. www.rideauboattours.com
glassware, linens, quilts, tools, toys, models, Hours: Mon.-Wed. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 8
coins, stamps, cards and much more in a clean, a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 BOOKSTORES
friendly atmosphere. Open 7 days a week. p.m. 613-267-6750.
147 Gore St. E., Perth. 613-267-3156.  Nature Lover’s Bookshop
www.ourhost.ca/pfm.htm BAKERIES Dedicated to the amateur and armchair
naturalist and outdoors enthusiast, they
 Perth Antiques Show  The Sunflower Bake Shop offer an extensive range of books, nature-
Held annually, the show welcomes Ontario Excellent homemade breads, squares, cookies, inspired gifts and maps. A special section is
and Quebec dealers offering a wide range of pies and cakes baked fresh daily. Take-out dedicated to children’s books and interactive
antiques, collectibles and nostalgia. Treasures soup and custom-made sandwiches available “really cool” items. 62 George St., Lanark.
include glass, china, silver, textiles, furniture
and folk art. In Perth at the air-conditioned
for picnics in the park! New location spring
2007 at 100 Gore St. E., Perth. 613-267-2458.
Open 7 days a week. 613-259-5654.
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 The Book Nook & Other Treasures and Plus. We also offer complete lines of men’s foam and needle-felting supplies, upholstery
A feeling of intimacy combined with a casual wear and quality kids’ clothing in our and drapery fabrics plus curtain and drapery
range of selection. Gently used books, new Uptown Kids department, infant to size 8. rods. Sewing machines at fantastic prices.
discount books and Canadian local area Downtown Balderson. 613-267-1293. 14 Gore St. E., Downtown Perth.
authors. Fiction, non-fiction and children’s.
Unexpected treasures in every corner.   COFFEEHOUSE   FirEplaCES
Open 7 days a week. 56 Gore St. E., Perth.
thebooknook@bellnet.ca  Coutts & Company Coffee Emporium  Evergreen Concepts
Located in the historic Code’s Mill building. Now on display in our model home, our
 The Bookworm A wide selection of Fair Trade Organic Coffee Canadian soapstone masonry fireplaces
Great selection of used books – hardcover roasted in-store and specialty teas. Gourmet provide even and consistent heat over a
and paperbacks, fiction and non-fiction and samplings. Internet access. Enjoy one of our longer period of time when compared to
children’s books. Come and browse in our fabulous drinks on the patio overlooking conventional woodstoves. These heaters
bright, cheery store. We also carry greeting beautiful Stewart Park. Open 7 days a week. have been around forever, but our product
cards and gift bags. We are located at 76 Foster 17 Wilson St. E., Downtown Perth. 613-267-3713. is unique and green since it’s made from
St., Perth. 613-267-8773. Visit our newest location, Coutts & Company Canadian Harvested Soapstone and
Factory Grind in the Old Brown Shoe Factory, manufactured here in Canada. We have
  CarpEntry 1 Sherbrooke St. E., Perth. 613-264-3330. a variety of standard models to choose
from; customized models available.
 Ennis General Carpentry   COmpUtEr SalES and SErviCE www.evergreenconcepts.ca
Your complete carpentry service. No job too 420 Leach’s Rd. (corner Hwy. 7), Perth.
big or too small. Energy-efficient homes.  Computer Plus 613-267-6721 or toll-free 1-877-267-6721.
Fire and water restorations. Thirty years’ Specializes in Dell products, both computers
experience. Quality workmanship. Satisfaction and peripherals. Our motto is – “Box Store  Tulikivi
guaranteed. Member LLHBA. Ask about our Pricing, Small Town Service.” Services include A unique line of soapstone fireplaces,
on-site mobile home service. 44 Hwy. 511, networking, expert repairs, website design, bake-ovens and cooktops from Finland. We
Perth. 613-264-0208. business support and remote access service. offer personalized service to select, order
Downtown Perth at 23A Wilson St., 613-264- and install your Tulikivi unit – stone with soul.
  CHriStian BOOk StOrE 0777, and 26 Main St. in Westport, 613-273- Ontario dealer located just outside of Perth.
9778. www.perthcomputerplus.com 613-268-2187. www.soapstoneheating.com
 The Word
Bibles, Christian books, inspirational greeting   COnSErvatiOn arEa
  FlOOring & CarpEtS
cards, DVDs and CDs. Wonderful selection of  Purdon Conservation Area
gifts for baptism, confirmation, communion 16,000 Lady’s Slipper orchids bloom around  Country Carpet
and weddings. 37A Foster St., Perth. Monday the third week of June. Nature trail, wheelchair This well-established family business, with
to Saturday. 613-264-9062. boardwalk loop, picnic area, lookout platform, over 30 years’ experience, specializes in all
trail benches, washrooms, parking area. flooring products such as carpet, hardwood
  ClOtHing OUtlEt Admission by donation. For more information: and laminate, vinyl, ceramic tile and floor tile
www.mvc.on.ca. in the Ottawa Valley and surrounding areas.
 The Mill Store Clothing Outlet They offer free estimates, professional advice
Approximately 40% off manufacturer’s
suggested retail. Sportswear, sweaters,
  dECOrating and expert installation. Come and visit John
Brady at their location on the Scotch Line just
outerwear and much more for ladies, men  Decorating by Design outside Perth or call 613-264-8290.
and children. Brand names. First quality and Consult the experts at Decorating by Design
friendly service. Corner of Foster and Gore for your next decorating project. Custom   FraCtiOnal OWnErSHip
streets, Perth. 613-267-4844. draperies, bedspreads and cushions, several
types of blinds, wall coverings and borders.  Wolfe Springs Golf & Waterfront
  ClOtHing StOrES Dealer for Benjamin Moore, Para Paints and Resort
Sikkens Stains. 39A Foster St., Perth, 613-267- Wolfe Springs Resort is located five minutes
 Conway’s Men’s Wear 3151 and Chambers Street Plaza, Smiths from Westport on Wolfe Lake. Enjoy this new,
Located in downtown Perth, Conway’s
Falls, 613-283-1895. four-season Fractional Ownership resort that
offers clients a wide range of quality, gives you luxury cottage living without any
medium-priced men’s wear ranging from
work, dress and casual wear to accessories.
  dESignErS of the hassles associated with private cottage
ownership: no docks to put in, no grass to
In-house alterations available. 45 Gore St. E.,  Senecal Design Group cut and no general maintenance. Simply
Perth. 613-267-1835. Consulting services from conception to walk in, drop your keys and relax. Rentals
 Elysium implementation. Residential and light com- available. 613-273-8800, 1-877-384-4477.
Elysium, in her nine years, has always prided mercial projects. Interior design, architectural www.LifestyleAwaits.com
herself on her elegant, unique and exotic elements, space planning, floor plans, finishes,
clothing, jewellery and accessories. Everything murals, 3D models for architects. 44 Hwy. 511   FUrnitUrE StOrES
has been personally chosen from as far away in the Ennis General Carpentry Building, Perth.
as Dubai and Bali. Handcrafted hats and 613-264-8594.  Blair & Son Home Furnishings
fastenators have arrived from Wales. Blair & Son Home Furnishings offers
64 Foster St., Perth. 613-264-8857.   FaBriCS & SEWing maCHinES an impressive collection of good-value,
quality furniture and accessories. FlexSteel,
 Ema Lee Fashions  Perth Fabrics Crafts ’n More La-Z-Boy, Kingsdown, Lexington and Durham
68 The largest selection of ladies’ clothing in
the Ottawa Valley. Sizes 6-24 Regular, Petite
A crafter’s paradise with items for scrapbooking,
sewing, quilting needs, plus more – upholstery
specialists. Hwy. 7, Perth. 613-267-1600 or
1-800-257-0450. 
 Perth Home Furniture  Special Occasions quick meals. Open 7 days a week. 613-267-5409.
Perth Home Furniture is Perth’s newest For that special “something” for that special 24-hour vitamin information and buying:
furniture store and offers a wonderful collection occasion.... Hallmark cards, gifts, accessories, www.foodsmiths.com
of comfortable and reasonably priced souvenirs, Laura Secord and Crabtree & Evelyn.
furniture for all rooms in your home along 1 Gore St. W., Perth. 613-267-7823.  M&M Meat Shops
with national mattress brand names and At M&M Meat Shops you will find high-quality,
accessories to add that extra special touch.   Golf Courses conveniently frozen foods for quick preparation.
Open every day. 18 Gore St. E., Downtown Helpful staff has many menu suggestions:
Perth. 613-264-9876.  Mapleview Golf and Country Club BBQ meats, seafood, oven-ready entrées,
An 18-hole course featuring large greens, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and more. Open 7
  Galleries mature trees and plenty of water. Renovated days a week. 11 Wilson St. W., Perth, beside
clubhouse facility, pro shop and expanded, MacEwen’s Gas. 613-264-8476.
 Gallery Perth & Perth Picture licensed dining room. Practice facilities. 3 km
Framing west of Perth on Cty. Rd. 10 (Scotch Line).
Gallery Perth was established in 2006 and   healTh & fiTNess
613-264-1235 or 1-888-755-7552 or book
displays for sale original art created by local, online www.ottawagolf.com/mapleview  Alley Cats Health & Fitness Centre &
regional and African artists. The art we feature
Bowling
is professional, high quality, well established  Perth Golf Course - Links O’Tay Alley Cats is a classic 5-pin bowling alley
and sometimes a bit avant-garde. Gallery Canada’s oldest golf course. 18 holes par 71,
Perth’s themed art shows are designed to offering family/league bowling and private
plays 5245 to 6709 yards. Pro shop, driving parties. Our fitness centre includes Nautilus
inspire both the artist and the art patron. This range, power carts, rentals, CPGA pro.
is a hot spot for art! GalleryPerth.com machines, free weights, tanning, many classes
Licensed lounge. Banquets, tournaments. to choose from and trained professionals who
Green fees welcome. Tee times. 613-267-4504.
  GaraGe Doors www.perthgolf.ca
are here to support your healthy lifestyle.
Classroom rentals and monthly specials.
 Garage Door Company of 2 Wilson St., Perth. 613-264-1145.
Southeastern Ontario   GreeN homes
Sectional garage doors, electric door openers,
 Evergreen Concepts Inc.   hoTels
parts and repairs for residential and commercial
applications. Located on Hwy. 7 near Hinton Building today...for tomorrow. Custom homes  Perth Manor - Boutique Hotel
Pontiac Buick, Perth. 613-267-4842. Toll-free and cottages, design and construction Built in 1878 on an acre of property in down-
1-800-551-0472. management services. Come visit our passive town Perth. Perth Manor is your opportunity
solar model home and off-grid installation to step back in time with all of today’s luxuries.
  GarDeN CeNTre and see how easy it is to build “light green” 23 Drummond St. W., Perth. 613-264-0050.
while making your environmental footprint www.perthmanor.com
 Hillside Gardens much smaller. From simple cabin plans and
A “green thumb’s” delight. Perth area’s most kits to complete pre-engineered home
trusted garden centre for over 25 years.   hoT Tubs
packages using our unique pre-insulated
Friendly and knowledgeable staff are eager
to share their passion for growing beautiful
panel technology. www.evergreenconcepts.ca.  Cobra Pools & Spas Inc.
things. Located on Hwy. 7, 1 mile east of Perth. 613-267-6721 or toll free 1-877-267-6721. COBRA offers sales, service and installation
613-267-4031. Model home and office: 420 Leach’s Rd. and maintenance of pools, hot tubs, saunas
(corner Hwy. 7), Perth. and gazebos. Free computerized water
  GifT shops  analysis as well as free site inspection and
  GroCery sTores quotes available. Hydropool hot tubs are on
 Balderson Country Comforts display in the large, spacious showrooms at
This shop features not only gifts, but Amish  Barnabe’s Your Independent Grocer 105 Dufferin St. (Dufferin Square) on Hwy. 7,
furniture and decor items, clocks, horse One-stop shopping at its best. Barnabe’s Perth. 613-267-7591.
accessories, Amish harness and jams. We sell provides full-service deli, bakery, meat and
for less. Located just north of Downtown produce departments plus photo finishing,   iNsuraNCe
Balderson at 150 Township Boundary Rd. propane exchange, water refill, firewood,
613-267-4566. lottery machine and dry cleaning. Everything  Finnegan Insurance Brokers Ltd.
you expect in a grocery store and much more. Finnegan Insurance Brokers Ltd. specializes in
 Balderson Fine Foods Barnabe’s is your last one-stop shop on Hwy. 7 friendly, personalized service by providing
In the heart of downtown Balderson, the before Peterborough. 80 Dufferin St., Perth their customers appropriate products at
shop supports and sells local products,
Mews Mall, Perth. 613-267-6763. competitive prices. Home, Auto, Farm, Life,
featuring Canadian and imported cheeses,
hot sauces, coffees, teas and other gourmet Commercial, Marine, GICs, RRSPs, Annuities,
 Brownlee’s Metro RRIFs, Segregated Funds. 49 Gore St. E.,
foods, plus homemade ice cream flavoured A family owned business for more than 30
with local products. There’s always something Downtown Perth. 613-267-3788. E-mail:
years, the former Perth Loeb continues to offer finnegan@broker.csio.com.
new and fun. Gift baskets are a specialty.
the same great service with its friendly staff.
7 km north of Perth. 613-264-1500.
www.baldersonfinefoods.ca
Specialties include meat cut to order, local   JeWellers
produce, in-store bakery, and meat, fruit and
 Ground Waves cheese trays, great grocery products. Air Miles.  Burns Jewellers
Colourful, co-ordinated homewear for your Downtown Perth. 613-267-4921. Over 80 years as Perth’s jeweller. Specializing
living and dining pleasure – indoors and out! in wedding and anniversary rings, watches,
Check out the groovy collection of award-  Foodsmiths jewelry, gifts and repairs. Service, selection
winning toys for kids and the delightfully Perth’s full-service one-stop natural food store and price are hallmarks of Burns Jewellers’
diverse assortment of greeting cards, too. providing quality products for all your shopping longevity. 66 Foster St., Downtown Perth.
Located in Code’s Mill in downtown Perth.
613-267-3322.
needs: fresh produce, gourmet and ethnic foods,
over 300 fine cheeses, coffees, Birkenstocks,
613-267-4466 or visit website: www.burns
jewellers.com  69
at 1-866-890-9498 when you are ready
  laNDscapiNG to make a reservation and we are here to   plumBiNG & heaTiNG
 Kiwi Landscaping serve your needs. When in town, call us
locally at 613-267-3300 or visit us at  Valley Plumbing & Water Treatment
Their goal is to design and build gardens that One of Perth’s most respected plumbers.
will enrich your surroundings, create a natural www.tayinn.com.
Professional, certified and licensed. A
haven and make a positive contribution to the
  museums complete plumbing service from installation
environment by using native plant material,
to repairs, heating and air conditioning,
water and natural stone. 613-264-0400.
www.kiwilandscapes.ca
 Matheson House – Home of the Perth water pumps and softeners and specialists
Museum, a National Historic Site in water-treatment systems. Hwy. 7, Perth.
  liNeNs The stone dwelling built in 1840 for the 613-267-5206, 1-800-645-9639.
Honourable Roderick Matheson, wealthy www.valleywatertreatment.ca
 Oxford Linens merchant and a senator in Canada’s first
Perth’s bed and bath store featuring linens, parliament after Confederation. The museum   pools & spas
bedding, quilts, duvets, bath accessories, also showcases the wonderful rich history of
tableware, home-decorating accents in a Perth through rotating exhibitions. For more  Mahon Pools, Spas, Tanning and
charming atmosphere with friendly and information, call 613-267-1947. Billiards
courteous service. 7 Gore St. W., Downtown Large expanded facility offers a wide range
Perth. 613-267-9682.   Newspapers of spas, plus in-ground, above-ground and
on-ground pools. Tanning salon on site. Full
  loDGes, coTTaGes  The Perth Courier
line of chemicals. Service, maintenance and
Keep informed, read The Perth Courier.
 Nordlaw Lodge Published every Tuesday. Available at news- accessories. Billiards and saunas. Open
Family and fishing resort on Bobs Lake. Boats stands throughout the Perth district. year round. 91 Drummond St. W., Perth.
and motors, canoes, recreation facilities, 39 Gore St. E., Downtown Perth. Monday to Between Hydro One and County Auto Parts.
secluded location. Varied accommodation Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 613-267-1100. 613-264-9948.
packages and rates. Dinners by reservation. www.perthcourier.com
The Stewarts, 489 Crozier Rd., RR 1, Westport,   propaNe suppliers
ON, K0G 1X0. 613-273-2920. www.nordlaw   pharmacies
lodge.com  Levac Propane
 Perth Downtown Pharmasave Serving communities for 15 years, Levac Propane
  massaGe TherapisT Helping people with their health for 160 supplies bulk propane for rural residential,
years! Home and health needs. Post office. commercial, industrial and agricultural use.
 Tay River Reflections Medical Spa Cosmetics. Greeting cards. Large-format 20-lb. tank exchange program. Service 24
Tay River Reflections offers therapeutic, photo reproductions, photo restoration/ hours a day. Locations in Perth, Kingston and
relaxation, hot stone as well as pregnancy montages. Blood pressure testing. Delicious St. Isidore. 1-866-699-1799.
massage. All massage therapists are registered fudge and Laura Secord chocolates.
and treatment is covered by most health 57 Foster St. through North Street, Perth.   propellors
plans. Open Monday to Saturday with evening 613-267-1578.
appointments available. 613-264-0888.  Bell’s Machining, Welding &
www.tayriverreflections.com  Perth Rexall Drug Store Hydraulics
All major drug plans accepted. Weekdays Over 300 new and refurbished props
  moTels 9 to 5:30. 39 Drummond St. W., Perth (beside available and a complete set of pitch blocks.
GWM Hospital). 613-267-2110. We can service or replace almost every
 Aquarius Motel make of prop out on the market. Give us a
Conveniently located on Hwy. 7. Personalized,  Shoppers Drug Mart
friendly service. Large spacious rooms, cable call and we’ll get you back on the water.
Visit our brand-new store located at the corner www.bellsmachining@bellnet.ca
TV, movie channel, individual comfort controls,
of Wilson Street West and Hwy. 7. Cosmetics, 2021 Rogers Rd., Unit 2, Perth. 613-267-1965.
more. Business or pleasure. Hosts: Ken &
prescriptions, food items, Carlton cards and
Debbie Bell. 613-267-4261.
gift wrap and more. Postal outlet. Open daily   real esTaTe
 Colonial House Motor Inn 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. 613-267-1616.
On Hwy. 7 at Perth, with 27 recently renovated  Coldwell Banker Settlement
units. Outdoor pool, complimentary coffee.   picTure FramiNG Realty
Cable TV, free high-speed Internet, refrigerators. Perth and area’s #1 sales team specializing in
Seniors, corporate and truckers discount.  Perth Picture Framing & Gallery residential, cottages, farms and acreage,
1-800-362-6039 or 613-267-3660. Perth commercial, property appraisals. Quality
Perth Picture Framing was established in service you can trust and rely upon. Expect
 Perth Plaza Motel the best! 2 Wilson St. E., Downtown Perth. 613-
Twenty-six air-conditioned units with cable, 1997 and offers quality, custom picture
framing using your ideas with our designing 264-0123. www.ColdwellBanker/Perth.com
fridges, high-speed Internet, direct-dial phones.
Outdoor pool. Intersection of Hwy. 7 and 43 help. Our conservation materials ensure
protection of your precious items. Specialties  Crain Developments
– across from McDonald’s. 613-264-1022 or Fellinger’s Mill Estates and Sheridan Estates
1-800-790-9952. www.perthplazamotel.com we offer include shadowbox framing for
art objects; canvas stretching; needlepoint are each located only minutes from beautiful,
 Tay Inn Motel blocking; plaque mounting; cleaning, historic Perth. Convenient access to town and
Ideally located at the corner of Hwy. 7 and 511, repairing and restoring of frames and recreational facilities. Build your dream home
and beside Wendy’s Restaurant, across from artwork. We can also assist with the on large estate lots (1.5-2.0 acres) in a quiet
Tim Hortons. All rooms have cable TV with selection and hanging of artwork in your setting. For information contact Christian Allan,

70 movie network, free wireless Internet


and a clean, comfortable room. Please call us
home or office. ppfg@ripnet.com.
613-264-8338.
Coldwell Banker Settlement Realty, 613-207-
0834. www.craindevelopments.com 
 Michael P. Reid on the reflexes in the feet, reflexology relieves come often – everyone else does. Monday and
The Michael P. Reid law office specializes in tension, improves circulation, and helps Tuesday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday
real-estate purchases, mortgages and sales. It promote the natural function of the related and Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and
is located at Suite 202, The Code’s Mill Building, areas of the body, encouraging your body Sunday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closing hours may
53 Herriott St., Downtown Perth. 613-267-7280; to heal itself. 613-267-6826. E-mail: vary depending on the season. Hwy. 7 eastern
fax: 613-267-7285; e-mail: mike@reidlaw.ca. shine_onn@msn.com. town limits, Perth. 613-267-6394.
 Partners Advantage GMAC Real   RESORTS  Perth Restaurant
Estate Brokerage Visit the Perth Restaurant in the heart of
Welcome to Perth and Lanark County. With  McCreary’s Beach Vacation Resort downtown Perth for Canadian, Greek and
100 lakes within 50 miles, this scenic area is Condos, apartments, cottages, full-service Italian cuisine. Specializing in homemade pizza
just waiting for you to explore. Looking for camping. Pool, sauna, whirlpool, squash, with fresh ingredients. Breakfast available all
cottages, land, businesses or a place to call tennis, excellent fishing, healthy fitness facility. day. Take-out also available. 23 Gore St. E.,
home? We have you covered with offices in Your hosts: The Teeples. RR 6 (Mississippi Lake), Perth. 613-267-3170.
Perth, Carleton Place, Stittsville and Arnprior. Perth. 613-267-4450.
Put our Premier Service to work for you. Call  Peter’s Family Fare Restaurant
613-267-8066 or visit us at 42 Gore St. E. in   RESTaURaNTS One of Perth’s favourite restaurants. Wonderful
Perth or online at www.partnersadvantage.ca. home-cooked food the whole family will
 RE/MAx Realty Solutions -  Fall River Restaurant enjoy. Breakfast, lunch and dinner and kids’
Come for a tantalizing meal in our fine-dining menu, too! Take-out service. 84 Gore St. E.,
Kerri Keeney restaurant. Local and organic lunch and dinner Perth. 613-267-4033.
Selling Lanark Highlands, Carleton Place, Perth menus. Fine selection of local and imported
and surrounding areas. “Your country living wines and beer. Decadent desserts, gourmet  Stone Cellar
specialist.” Top-selling salesperson for RE/MAx coffee and teas. Recommended in Where to Opened in 2008, Stone Cellar offers fine
Realty Solutions Ltd. Residential, recreational, Eat in Canada. 21980 Hwy. 7 in Maberly, ON, innovative cuisine in a beautiful heritage
cottage and vacant land. 164 Bridge St., 15 minutes west of Perth. 613-268-2882. setting. One of the region’s most extensive
Carleton Place. 613-259-3033. www.fallriverinc.com wine cellars. Menus available for groups
www.lanarkliving.ca and special occasions. Patio overlooks the
 RE/MAx Riverview Realty Ltd.,  Fiddleheads Bar & Grill Tay Basin. 71 Gore St. E., Downtown Perth.
Brokerage Situated in the restored Code Mill overlooking 613-267-0200.
Whatever location you’re looking for, Stewart Park, Fiddleheads offers something
whether you’re upsizing, relocating or for everyone – gourmet cuisine, a beautiful  Subway
intimate atmosphere, tropical courtyard, beer Perth’s popular spot for delicious sandwiches,
downsizing, whether you’re a first-time buyer,
a family or seniors, we are here to help. and wine from around the world, a picture- salads, soups, wraps and subs. Breakfast
Call 613-267-2221 or visit us at 61 Gore St. E. perfect patio and friendly neighbourhood served daily. Fresh-baked cookies and muffins.
E-mail: infor2@remaxriverview.com pub with a fine dining menu. Not to be missed All served with a welcoming smile. Perth
CHOOSE WISELY . . . CHOOSE RE/MAx when visiting Perth! 53 Herriott St., Downtown Mews Mall. Open every day. 613-264-8786.
Perth. 613-267-1304.
 Rideau Lake Homes  The Goodwood Oven
Builder of fine custom-built detached  Maximilian This hidden gem is located in an 1830s
bungalows in prestigious development in Delicious European cuisine. Twenty-two years heritage stone building entered through a
Perth. Perthmore Village Homes offers stylish in Where to Eat in Canada. Traditional European ‘porte cochere’ leading to a wonderful outdoor
open-concept and built-by-design homes cooking, big helpings, friendly service, low courtyard patio. Quaint atmosphere, high-
within walking distance of downtown Perth, prices, attractive wine list. Everything a quality food and outstanding service – a
health-care services and everything you need. restaurant should be. Lunch, dinner. 99 Gore memorable dining experience. Open 7 days
Visit www.rideaulakehomes.com or call St. E., Perth. 613-267-2536. a week. 40 Foster St., Perth (behind Shaw’s).
613-326-0041. 613-264-2888.
 Royal LePage Gale Real Estate  Mexicali Rosa’s
A tradition in great taste. California-style  Tim Hortons
Brokerage Mexican food, friendly service and a great Two locations in Perth, on Hwy. 7 and at
Our professional sales representatives will patio overlooking the Tay River. Lunch and the corner of Gore Street East and Hwy. 43.
serve your needs from residential to water- dinner. 55 Gore St. E., Perth. 613-264-8182. Both with 24-hour drive-thru service, plenty
front to commercial. View our listings at of parking, and easy accessibility. The
www.royallepage.ca. 33 Wilson St. W., Perth.  O’Reilly’s Pub and Grill Hwy. 7 location has bus and RV parking.
613-267-2435 ~ 24-hour pager. Perth’s hot spot features East Coast-style pub 613-267-3353 (Hwy. 7) and 613-267-4275
 Royal LePage Pauline Aunger Real and eatery with 14 varieties of imported and (Gore Street).
Estate domestic draught beer. Perth’s largest outdoor
Specializing in residential, recreational, patio. Fantastic entertainment throughout the   RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES 
commercial and industrial real estate. Visit our week and weekends. 43 Gore St. E., Downtown
listings at www.royallepage.ca or drop by our Perth. 613-267-7994.  Carolina Retirement Suites
office at 38 Gore St. E., Perth. 613-267-7766 or Carolina Retirement Suites is located on the
e-mail us at aunger@perth.igs.net.  Penny’s Place Tay River in beautiful Perth, featuring two-
According to locals, Penny’s Place serves bedroom, one-bedroom and studio suites
  REFLEXOLOGY the best food in town (and has for 16 years). with many services included, while at the
Breakfast, lunch and dinner menus are same time encouraging an independent
 Pat’s Healing Feet interesting, hearty and diversified. We offer lifestyle. Expansion in 2010 will include more
Pamper yourself to reflexology, a natural
healing art. Through application of pressure
breakfast all day long and we have a children’s
menu. Come once and we guarantee you’ll
amenity space. 105 North St., Perth.
613-267-7000. www.carolinasuites.ca  71
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July 9 - August 1; John van Druten’s The Voice Quality wood, gas, pellet and oil stoves.
 Tay River Reflections Medical Spa of the Turtle, August 6 - 29. 1-877-283-1283. Gorgeous wood and gas fireplaces. Mantels,
www.classictheatre.ca stone facings, accessories. Free on-site estimates.
A full-service medical spa that offers medical
Extensive showroom. Open Tuesday to
aesthetics and skin treatments. Located in
a serene location along the Tay River at the
  WELDING, MachINING & Saturday. 63 North St., Perth. 613-264-0878.
outskirts of the town of Perth. Let us help   hyDrauLIcs    yarN
you plan your escape...613-264-0888.  Bell’s Machining, Welding &
www.tayriverreflections.com  janie h. knits
Hydraulics janie h. knits’ heritage house in Glen Tay is
Welding and fabrication work in steel, the perfect place to “unwind.” Yarns, both local
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Delicious stainless and aluminum. Repairs to propellers and from around the world, classes of all kinds,
and aluminum boats. Mobile repair units. books, supplies and accessories. 528 Glen Tay
Natural
 Perth Stor-N-Lock
Proudly serving the community for over 20
Hydraulic hoses and repairs. Machine parts Rd., Perth. 613-326-0626. Tuesday to Saturday,
to your specifications. 2021 Rogers Rd., Unit 2
Healthy
years, Perth Stor-N-Lock is the area’s most (just off the Scotch Line). 613-267-1965.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment.
trusted self-storage supplier. Located at www.bellsmachining.com   yOGa
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2022 Scotch Line Rd., one block west of Perth
Police and Fire department. 24/7 access,   WOODsTOVEs  The Yoga Connection
well-luminated premises. Newly expanded. Offers 10-week sessions in hatha yoga
1-877-898-7202, www.perthstornlock.com.  Clean Sweep/Alternative Energy during the fall, winter and spring. Courses
Owner Tim Heney, familiar as an installer of include Seniors, Gentle, Yoga Basics, Open,
  ThEaTrE  woodstoves and a chimney sweep, opened Ashtanga and Children’s Yoga. Classes are
his newly-expanded location at 16693 Hwy. 7 also available during the summer. We have
 Classic Theatre Festival E. in the fall of 2006. Full line of wood, pellet, locations in Perth, Smiths Falls, Westport
Professional summer theatre presenting the gas/propane stoves and inserts. Open and Brooke. 613-267-7148 or visit our

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classic hits of Broadway and the London stage, Monday - Saturday. 613-267-0011 or toll-free Web: www.yogaconnectionperth.org.
Studio Theatre, 63 Gore St. E., Perth. 1-877-247-1474. E-mail: info@yogaconnectionperth.org. 

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