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Forest Film Festival Bayfield Lions Home & [email protected] Festivals and Events March 18 & 20, 2019 Garden Show The 2019 opening Sunday features 7:30pm, Kiwanis Kineto Theatre, April 26-28, 2019 regular market vendors PLUS Migration Weekend 24 King St. W., Forest Bayfield Arena & Community yard sale booths for extra bargain May 17-20, 2019 forestfestivals.ca, 519-786-4879 Centre, Bayfield hunting! Rain or Shine; booths Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Proceeds benefit Forest Kiwanis bayfieldlions.ca, 519.565.2894, covered! Free parking. Admission ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ Projects. [email protected] $1 per person. events, 519-243-8574 Showcase of local landscaping, [email protected] Bayfield Concert nurseries, home improvement/ Racer 5 Join Park Naturalists, local birders Series - Jeremy Fisher renovation suppliers and contractors, Motorcycle School and banders to celebrate arrival of & Danny Michel personal health, pest control, travel, May 10-12, 2019 migratory songbirds. March 22, 2019 insurance, real estate and more. Free Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend 7pm, Bayfield Town Hall admission. racer5.ca, 866-282-2728 Dashwood Community bayfieldtownhall.com, [email protected] Yard Sale & Firefighter’s [email protected] May 3-stage motorcycle track racing Breakfast JUNO Award nominees Jeremy development program. Registration May 18, 2019 Fisher, acoustic-driven singer/ Waterscapes Exhibit required. 7am–11am, Dashwood songwriter, and Danny Michel May 1 - Sept. 30, 2019 Community Centre, Dashwood (six albums, Polaris Prize). Tickets Lambton Heritage Museum, Lucan Town-Wide 519-777-3407 (Darlene O’Rourke) available on ticketscene.ca. Grand Bend Yard Sale Town-wide yard sale and delicious lambtonmuseums.ca, 519-243-2600, May 11, 2019 breakfast served by local firefighters. Paint Ontario heritage.museum@county-lambton. lucanbiddulph.on.ca March 29 - April 20, 2019 on.ca Spring Blowout Lambton Heritage Museum, Beer & Food Festival May 18-20, 2019 Grand Bend The Livery Theatre - Crimes May 11, 2019, 2-9pm Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend paintontario.com, 519-243-2600, of the Heart Bayfield Arena Community grandbendmotorplex.ca Juried art show, competition and May 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 & 11 Centre, Bayfield 519-238-7223 sale of 300+ art pieces. Daily 11am 2019 @ 8pm & May 5 & 12, 2019 @ villageofbayfield.com, facebook. facebook.com/grandbendmotorplex to 5pm. 2pm, The Livery Theatre, Goderich com/bayfieldbeerandfood/ Three days of Canada’s quickest thelivery.ca, 519-524-6262 Sample craft beer, local wine and bracket and bike/sled racing. See the April [email protected] local restaurant fare. Enjoy while amazing Bone Shaker Jet Truck. listening to live music and visiting Lioness’ Easter Arts, Eats & Beats with old friends. Eventbrite.ca - Bayfield Concert Series in the Park Studio Tour – “The tickets $20 to $45. May 19, 2019 April 20, 2019 Stars Come Out“ Bayfield Town Hall, Bayfield Registration 10:30am, Morrison Dam May 3-5 2019 Pinery Market bayfieldtownhall.com (ABCA Office), Exeter Multiple locations, Grand Bend May 12, 19 & 26, 2019 519-565-5788 519-235-1409 (Cathy), [email protected] & Port Franks Sundays, 9am-4pm, [email protected] Children must pre-register at the grandbendstudiotour.com 10163 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend Fleetwood Mac cover band in Exeter Library or ABCA office 519-238-1472, [email protected] pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 concert at the hall. Call for tickets. ($2 per child). Every child leaves Art, food and music. Event features [email protected] with a goodie bag and is entered 34+ artists. Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday market with 200+ indoor and Bayfield Flea Market to win prizes! Sunday 11am-5pm. outdoor vendors. Eclectic blend of May 19 - October 13, 2019 artisan, new and vintage vendors, live Sundays 7am-1pm, Agricultural South Huron Hospital Morrison Dam music and street food vendors. Rain Park, Bayfield Auxiliary Spring Rummage Fishing Derby or Shine, booths are covered! Free villageofbayfield.com Sale & Auction May 4, 2019 parking. Admission $1 per person. 519-565-2328 April 24 & 25, 2019 8am-Noon, Morrison Dam Vendors include antique dealers, arts South Huron Recreation Centre, Reservoir, Exeter Bayfield Farmers’ Market & crafts, farm produce. Exeter 519-237-3445 abca.on.ca, 1-888-286-2610 May 17 - October 11, 2019 Wednesday: rummage sale 4:30- Annual trout fishing derby is a family- Fridays 3pm-7pm, Clan Gregor Bayfield Optimists 8:30pm, live auction 6:30pm. friendly event. Reservoir stocked with Square, Bayfield Rubber Duck Race Thursday: half price specials fish. Prizes to win! bayfieldfarmersmarket.ca May 19, 2019 9am-1pm. Cash sales only. Giant 519-275-0781 12:45pm, Bayfield South Pier, rummage sale of nearly new, vintage, Pinery Market [email protected] Bayfield collectible and antique treasures of “Yard Sale Sunday“ Local fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, villageofbayfield.com all descriptions. Donations accepted. May 5, 2019 plants, syrup & preserves, baked bayfieldoptimist.ca Proceeds purchase patient care 9am-4pm, Pinery Market, goods and artisan items. Sponsor a rubber duck or enter to equipment. 10163 Lakeshore Rd., Grand Bend win the annual race or simply watch pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382, 1,250 yellow rubber ducks compete. Prizes for the top fastest ducks. More Events on Page 52 TERESA MARIE PHILLIPS PINERY MARKET PINERY MARKET 51Photo: J. Baillie It Starts At The Beach... and enPdhsotWo: Mhe. SrewaYinou Want! | FESTIVALS & EVEPNhoTtoS: M. Swain

Festivals and Events Bayfield Lions Breakfast Alice Munro Festival Bayfield Lions Walk Ontario West Coast May 19, 2019 May 24-26, 2019 for Dog Guides Antique Show 8am to Noon, Bayfield Arena, Bayfield Town Hall, Bayfield June 2, 2019 June 16, 2019 Bayfield alicemunrofestival.ca, 877-862-5984 9:30am-1pm, Clan Gregor 8am-3pm, 72040 London Rd., bayfieldlions.ca Festival of the short story, named for Square, Bayfield between Exeter and Hensall villageofbayfield.com Nobel Literature Award winner Alice Annual walk for dog guides. ontariowestcoastantiqueshow. 519-565-5170 Munro. Tickets and passes available Registration 9:30am; Walk 10am; weebly.com, 519-860-3509 Come and enjoy a delicious from Blyth Festival box office. Show 11am. London Police K-9 unit, westcoastantiqueshow@hotmail. breakfast at the Bayfield Arena and dog groomer, dog trainer, dog agility com help support the Lions Club! Hensall Village Wide demo, therapy and rescue dogs. One-day, outdoor show and sale with Yard Sale & Fireman’s 24+ dealers, pickers and collectors. Lambton Shores Breakfast Pinery Market No reproductions and nothing less Farmers’ Market May 25, 2019 June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2019 than 50-years old. May 22 - October 10, 2019 7am-11am, Hensall Sundays, 9am-4pm, 8am-1pm, Fridays-Forest, municipalityofbluewater.ca 10163 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend SOAR Motorcycle Wednesdays-Grand Bend 519-239-4351 pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 Road Race - Race 2 226-520-0144 [email protected] [email protected] June 21-23, 2019 [email protected] Town-wide yard sale after you fill-up Sunday market with 200+ indoor and Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend Local fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, on a delicious breakfast served by outdoor vendors. Eclectic blend of soaracing.ca, 519-238-7223 plants, syrup & preserves, baked local firefighters. artisan, new and vintage vendors, live [email protected] goods and artisan items. music and street food vendors. Rain Novice to expert racers explore Friday Ladies Night Out or Shine, booths are covered! Free skills in a family club environment. Exeter Farmers’ Market May 31, 2019 parking. Admission $1 per person. Registration required. May 23 - October 10, 2019 4pm–10pm, Exeter Thursdays 3pm-7pm, MacNaughton experienceexeter.ca MOPAR Canadian Family Fishing Derby Park, Exeter 226-423-3028, [email protected] National Superbike Series June 22, 2019 facebook.com/exeterfarmersmarket Sip, shop & socialize while you get June 8 & 9, 2019 7am-11am, Falls Reserve [email protected] VIP treatment with prizes, food and Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend Conservation Area, Benmiller Local produce, baked goods, meat, extended shopping hours. grandbendmotorplex.ca, csbk.ca, mvca.on.ca, 1-877-325-5722 eggs, preserves and plants. Enjoy 519-238-7223 Fish a stocked pond for the big one, live music and BBQ. Clinton Spring Fair National motorcycle road race series. trout or bass. Three age categories; May 31 - June 2, 2019 some angling equipment available to Lambton Film & REACH, 168 Beech St., Clinton Hensall Spring Fair borrow. Prizes available for youth. Food Festival clintonspringfair.com June 8 & 9, 2019 May 23-26, 2019 519-482-7925, [email protected] Hensall Fairgrounds, Hensall Beachfest 7:30pm, Kiwanis Kineto Theatre, Fish Fry, competitions and shows villageofhensall.com/fair June 22, 2019 24 King St. W., Forest for pets, babies, poultry, goats, Antique car show, Legion Fish Fry, noon-10pm, Main Beach, forestfestivals.ca, 519-786-4879 miniature horses, sheep shearing pet show, Mad Science, vendors & Grand Bend Nine films, three dinners, artisans, demos, tractor & ATV pulls, midway, displays, beer & food booths. grandbendoptimistclub.ca/ artists, entertainment and education demolition derby and much more. beachfest workshops for all ages. Stratford Local craft beer, wine, cider, food Youth Shorts Program - youth short June Spectacular Weekend and live music festival on the beach. film competition . June 14-16, 2019 Tickets eventbrite.ca. SOAR Motorcycle Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend AAC West Ontario Road Race - Race 1 grandbendmotorplex.ca ONDR Nostalgia Weekend Regional Dog Agility May 31 - June 2, 2019 519-238-7223 June 28-30, 2019 Championship Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend NAPA Ultimate Showdown Pro Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend May 24-26, 2019 soaracing.ca, 519-238-7223 Mods, Outlaw 10.5, Show Cars, grandbendmotorplex.ca REACH, 168 Beech St., Clinton [email protected] Fireworks & More. 519-238-7223 aac.ca, [email protected] Novice to expert racers explore Largest Ontario Nostalgia Drag AAC Agility Trials are open to skills in a family club environment. Exeter’s Town-Wide Racer’s event of the year, featuring all four legged dogs capable of Registration required. Yard Sale classic drag-racing vehicles from the demonstrating the element of June 15, 2019 past and Classic Car Show. agility and control and the mental Bayfield Village Yard Sale 7am-2pm, Exeter and physical ability to carry out the June 1, 2019 experienceexeter.ca More Events on Page 54 required tests. Fun for handler, dog 8am-11am, Bayfield [email protected] and spectator. villageofbayfield.com, Town-wide yard sale! Rain or shine. Town-wide yard sale. Deals, collectables, treasures and other good stuff at 100+ locations. 52Photo: R. Shgarrpaendbendtourism.com | 1-888-P3h3o8to-2: J0.0B1aillie Photo: S. Huff

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Festivals and Events Familiar street food vendors. Rain or Shine, Kettle & Stony Point Favourites Concerts booths are covered! Free parking. Competition PowWow Racer 5 Wednesday, July 3, 2019, 7-9pm, Admission $1 per person. July 13 & 14, 2019 Motorcycle School Main Beach, Grand Bend Kettle Point Park, 9226 Lake June 28-30, 2019 FREE music concert featuring Huron Waves Music Rd., Kettle Point Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend familiar, favourite music. Donations Festival - ThatOtherChoir kettlepoint.org, 519-786-2125 racer5.ca, 866-282-2728 welcome. July 8, 2019 [email protected] [email protected] Noon-1pm, Trivitt Memorial Event offers cultural experience 3-stage motorcycle track racing Bayfield Vettefest & Anglican Church, Exeter and traditional foods. Competition development program. Registration Firefighters’ Breakfast huronwavesmusicfestival.ca PowWow, singing, dancing, arts & required. July 5 & 6, 2019 Under direction of Louise crafts and drum contest. Everyone 8am-4pm, Clan Gregor Dockstader, award-winning choir welcome. Family Fishing Week Square, Bayfield performs pop, jazz, folk and classical June 29 - July 7, 2019 bayfieldvettefest.com songs sacred and secular. Huron Waves Music Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend 519-565-2020, [email protected] Festival - Organ Recital ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ Friday: 7pm Summer Night cruise. Pioneer Park July 15, 2019, Noon-1pm, Trivitt events, 519-243-1521 Saturday: Firefighters’ Breakfast 8am- Rummage Sale Memorial Anglican Church, Exeter Join Pinery Naturalists to learn 11am; all-day Corvette show. July 12, 2019 huronwavesmusicfestival.ca more about sustainable angling Bayfield Arena, Bayfield Organist Dr. Richard Heinzle and the ecology of the Old Ausable Jessica’s House villageofbayfield.com performs. Channel. Province-wide opportunity Music Weekend [email protected] for Canadian residents to fish July 6, 2019, 3-11:55pm, South Outdoor pad opens 6pm; indoor Familiar Favourites Ontario waters without the otherwise Huron Recreation Centre, Exeter arena opens 7pm. Vendors fill the Concerts mandatory fishing licence. Budget facebook.com/ arena for this annual sale. Arrive Wednesday, July 17, 2019 and family-friendly way to introduce jessicashousemusicweekend early and expect a line-up at this 7-9pm, Main Beach, Grand Bend kids to angling. info@jessicashousemusicweekend. popular event! FREE music concert featuring ca Leisa Way sings Opry Gold. July Rodeo Grounds host country music BaconFest – Everything Donations welcome. event and more. Headliner is The Bacon & Bikes Canada Day Celebrations Washboard Union. Proceeds to July 13, 2019 Exeter Sidewalk Sale Days & Fireworks Jessica’s House. Tickets - $42.88 10am-7pm, Lucan July 18-20, 2019 July 1, 2019 lucanbaconfest.ca Main St., Exeter Main Beach, 8-10:30pm, Grand Bend Racer 5 [email protected] experienceexeter.ca, 226-423-3028 canadadaygrandbend.ca Motorcycle School Hogs and Rods Show & Shine, [email protected] 519-238-2001 July 6 & 7, 2019, Grand Bend Celebrity Guest John Catucci (You Three days of bargains. Deals [email protected] Raceway, Grand Bend Gotta Eat Here!), Sidewalk Chalk outside and new items inside. Live music on the beach 8-10pm, racer5.ca, 866-282-2728 Displays, Live Music, KidZone, Ice followed by one of the largest [email protected] Carving Competition, Beer Garden, Healthy Parks fireworks displays in Southwestern 3-stage motorcycle track racing Food and more! Healthy People Ontario at 10pm. development program. Registration July 19, 2019 required. GTA Exotic Car Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Canada Day Celebrations Lapping Weekend ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ & Fireworks Huron Waves Music July 13 & 14, 2019 events, 519-243-1521 July 1, 2019 Festival - Piano Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend Start your weekend early with 8am-10pm, South Huron Recreation Improv Seminar grandbendmotorplex.ca FREE day-use entry to Pinery. Centre, Exeter July 7, 2019, Noon-1pm, Trivitt gtaexotics.ca, 519-238-7223 canadadaysouthhuron.ca Memorial Anglican Church, Exeter Take a Ferrari, Lamborghini or other Racer 5 226-423-3028, [email protected] huronwavesmusicfestival.ca exotic car for a drive at the Raceway. Motorcycle School Fun activities offered all day for the Stephen Holowitz, Marlene Register at gtaexotics.ca. July 19-21, 2019 whole family with fireworks at dusk. Fagan and David Buckley, three Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend accomplished musicians, explore Points Weekend racer5.ca, 866-282-2728 Summer Sunset their approaches to the piano. July 13 & 14, 2019 [email protected] Sounds Concerts Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend 3-stage motorcycle track racing Monday, July 2 & Pinery Market grandbendmotorplex.ca development program. Registration Sundays July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018 July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2019 519-238-7223, facebook.com/ required. 7pm, Main Beach, Grand Bend Sundays, 9am-4pm, grandbendmotorplex summersunsetsounds.ca 10163 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend Thunder, Junior and Extreme Jumpstart the Summer 519-238-1472 pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 32-series dragracing, including Music Festival [email protected] [email protected] Windsor Bracket series at the July 20, 2019 Free music concert at sunset on the Street Food Sundays offer different Dragway. Noon to 11pm, Port Blake beach – all music styles. food trucks and street food vendors. Conservation Area, Grand Bend Eclectic blend of 200+ artisan, new 519-235-0160 (Canadian Tire Exeter) and vintage vendors, live music and Charity music festival in support of TWIN PINES BAYFIELD VOLKFEST ORCHARDS & CIDER HOUSE Photo: J. Gayle Photo: V. Beeler 54 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001 PINERY MARKET Photo: M. Swain

Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart Charities Zurich Country Fair August Festivals and Events and Huron County Foodbank July 26-28, 2019 Distribution Centre. Zurich Agriplex, 15 East St., Zurich MOPAR Canadian Pinery Market zurichcountryfair.com Nationals August 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2019, Bayfield Town [email protected] August 2-4, 2019 Sundays, 9am-4pm, 10163 Lakeshore Hall Presents 519-868-4725 Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend Rd, Grand Bend July 20, 2019 Horse shows, baby show, elimination grandbendmotorplex.ca pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 7pm, Bayfield Town Hall, Bayfield draw & dance, jamboree, animal 519-238-7223, facebook.com/ [email protected] bayfieldtownhall.com displays, culinary arts, children’s grandbendmotorplex Street Food Sundays offer different 519-565-5788 displays and activities and midway. Canada’s Biggest Drag Racing Event. food trucks and street food vendors. [email protected] 350+ race teams. Dragsters, Nitro Eclectic blend of 200+ artisan, new “Forever in Blue Jeans Neil SOAR Motorcycle Funnies, Jets, Pros, Fireworks! and vintage vendors, live music and Diamond“ tribute band. Road Race - Race 3 street food vendors. Rain or Shine, July 27 & 28, 2019 Ausable Adventures booths are covered! Free parking. Savanna Fest Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend August 3, 2019 Admission $1 per person. July 20, 2019 soaracing.ca, 519-238-7223 Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend [email protected] ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ Bayfield 5k Run ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ Novice to expert racers explore events, 519-243-1521 August 5, 2019 events, 519-243-1521 skills in a family club environment. Learn about the unique ecological Registration 9am, Pioneeer Join Park Naturalists, Conservation Registration required. communities that thrive in the Old Park, Bayfield Officers and Friends of Pinery to Ausable Channel. pioneerpark.ca learn about the largest remaining MS Bike Tour – Grand [email protected] parcel of Oak Savanna in Canada at Bend to London Wind & Waves Outdoor Run, walk, roll or ride in the annual locations throughout the park. Get July 27 & 28, 2019 Eco Festival fun run. Entre fee $5. Walkers and your passport stamped; win prizes. Grand Bend Motorplex , Grand Bend August 3-4, 2019 runners set off at 9:30am; cyclists msbike.ca, 1-888-510-7777 Windmill Lake Eco & Wake and rollerbladers at 10am. Huron Sound Music [email protected] Park, Bayfield & Arts Festival Cycle 150km from Grand Bend to windmill-lake.ca, 519-524-0636 Summer Sunset July 20, 2019 London (Western University) and [email protected] Sounds Concerts 2-11pm, MacNaughton Park, Exeter back again. 1890 participants! Bayfield hosts the International Monday August 5 & Sundays, facebook.com/culturalcollective Wakeboarding Competition with August 11, 18, 25, 2019, 7pm, [email protected] Familiar Favourites riders from all over North America. Main Beach, Grand Bend Enjoy local music, art, artisans, food Concerts Watch the experts while you learn to summersunsetsounds.ca and a cash bar in the park! Wednesday, July 31, 2019 wakeboard or enjoy paddleboards, 519-238-1472 7-9pm, Main Beach, Grand Bend canoes, kayaks and pedal boats at [email protected] FREE music concert featuring The the Aqua Park, 40-acre spring-fed Free music concert at sunset on McCartney Years with Yuri Pool. lake. Daily Beer Garden, food trucks the beach – all music styles. Donations welcome. and market vendors. Live music. Ticketed event. More Events on Page 56 Do something great this summer! Register at msbike.ca Grand Bend to London July 27 & 28, 2019 title SpoNSor NatioNal SpoNSor official apparel proUD SUpporter partNer 55It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | FESTIVALS & EVENTS

Festivals and Events Familiar Favourites [email protected] Run4Kids Concerts Friday: 7pm antique car cruise, Bean September 1, 2019 Celtic Roots Festival Wednesday, August 14, 2019 Dance, fireworks. Saturday: giant 8:30am, Virtual High School, August 9-11, 2019 7-9pm, Main Beach, Grand Bend antique car show, pancake breakfast, Bayfield Lions’ Harbour Park, Goderich FREE music concert featuring Cliff children’s midway rides, street vhsrun4kids.com, jackie.loebach@ celticfestival.ca, 519-524-8221 Kerickson & His Signature 12-string market, live music, home-cooked virtualhighschool.com [email protected] guitar. Donations welcome. beans & pork-chop dinners! Proceeds support Make-A-Wish [email protected] Southwestern Ontario. Registration Week-long school of Celtic music, Bayfield Town SOAR Motorcycle hosted by the Running Room. dance and crafts and art for adults Hall Presents Road Race - Race 4 and children ending with a 3-day August 16 & 17, 2019, August 23-25, 2019 SOAR Motorcycle traditional outdoor festival. Celtic 7pm, Bayfield Town Hall, Bayfield Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend Road Race - Race 5 College and Celtic Kids’ Camp bayfieldtownhall.com soaracing.ca, 519-238-7223 September 13- 15, 2019 August 5-9. 519-565-5788 [email protected] Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend [email protected] Novice to expert racers explore soaracing.ca, 519-238-7223 Bayfield Antiques & Woodstock Music Festival. skills in a family club environment. [email protected] Collectibles Show & Sale Call for tickets. Registration required. Novice to expert racers explore August 9-11, 2019 skills in a family club environment. Bayfield Arena, Bayfield Annual Western Ontario Familiar Favourites Registration required. trinitychurch.bayfield.on.ca Steam Threshers Festival Concerts 519-565-2974 August 15-18, 2019 Wednesday, August 28, 2019 Great Canadian Prestigious dealers, refreshments Forest Fairgrounds, Forest 7-9pm, Main Beach, Grand Bend Shoreline Cleanup - & live entertainment. Tickets at steamthresher.com, 519-845-1170 FREE music concert featuring the 25th Anniversary! the door. Event showcases early agriculture very popular local band Monday@ September 14, 2019 tools and methods with antique Mikes and their big beach party. Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Zurich Yard Sale & vehicles, model engine displays, Donations welcome. ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ Firemen’s Breakfast wagon rides and country music. This events, shorelinecleanup.ca August 10, 2019 year featuring Cockshutt Tractors, Bayfield Town 519-243-8574 7am-11am, Zurich rodeo, Square Dancing Tractors and Hall Presents Meet at the Visitor Centre to start municipalityofbluewater.ca Canadian Cowgirls. August 31, 2019, the day, where gloves and garbage 519-239-4351 7pm, Bayfield Town Hall, Bayfield bags provided. Please pre-register [email protected] Bayfield Fair - bayfieldtownhall.com by phone. High school students - Town-wide yard sale. “From Field to Table“ 519-565-5788 earn community hours! August 16-18, 2019 [email protected] Berlin Klassik Euro Bayfield Fairgrounds, Bayfield Sunset on Summer Barbeque. Terry Fox Run Car Show bayfieldfair.ca, [email protected] Call for tickets. September 15, 2019 August 10 & 11, 2019, Grand Bend Friday (4:30pm - 9pm) community 10am-2pm, MacNaughton Park, Motorplex, Grand Bend supper. Saturday 9am-Midnight; September Exeter berlinklassik.ca, 519-594-0022 Sunday 9am - 4pm. Activities terryfox.org/run/find-a-site Drag racing, burnouts, test drives, include exhibits, concessions & Pinery Market 519-281-7313 car wash, performance Dyno run, midway, demonstrations, fireworks, September 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2019 Walk, run, bike or rollerblade the Kidz Fun zone. Saturday is pre-show horse shows, parade, wiggle cars, Sundays, 9am-4pm, 10163 route. Cancer research fundraiser. entertainment and judging; Sunday face painting, dunk tank, mini tractor Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend Register at Dalton Finkbeiner car show. pull & more. pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 Pavillion. [email protected] Exeter RAM Rodeo Windsor Racing Weekend Sunday Market with 200+ indoor ICE CREAM FESTIVAL August 9-11, 2019 August 17 & 18, 2019 and outdoor vendors; electic blend September 15, 2019 South Huron Recreation Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend of artisan, new and vintage vendors, 9am-4pm Centre, Exeter grandbendmotorplex.ca, live music and street food vendors. 10163 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend exeterrodeo.ca, 519-235-2833 windsorweekend.ca, 519-238-7223 Rain or Shine; booths covered! Free pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 [email protected] Large community-driven, drag- parking. Admission $1 per person. [email protected] Family-friendly rodeo featuring racing event. Windsor Bracket Sweetest Sunday of the year! Ice bronco riding, steer wrestling, barrel Series Championship. Saturday Thunder by the Beach cream tacos, ice cream filled donuts, racing, live music and more. Night of fire, show cars, jets, August 30 - September 1, 2019 hard soda floats, sluchsies and more. fireworks and more! Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend Rain or Shine; booths covered! Free Racer 5 grandbendmotorplex.ca parking. Admission $1 per person. Motorcycle School Zurich Bean Festival 519-238-7223 August 10 & 11, 2019 & Antique Car Show 300+ race teams at this final big More Events on Page 58 Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend August 23 & 24, 2019 event of the season. Nitro cars, racer5.ca, 866-282-2728 Zurich Fairgrounds & Bluewater Ultimate Showdown Pro Mod & TD/ [email protected] Arena, Zurich TS, Jets, fireworks. 3-stage motorcycle track racing beanfest.ca, 519-236-2326 development program. Registration required. 56 PINERY MARKET Photo: L. Fraser PINERY MARKET \"Barktoberfest\" grand\"IcbeePCnhrdoetatomo: uMFre.issStmwivaa.icln\"om | 1-888-33P8ho-2to0: 0J.1Baillie Photo: M. Swain

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Festivals and Events VolkFest Joe Brandon Memorial Halloween September 29, 2019 Rainbow Trout Derby - Weekend at Pinery Forest Fall Fair 10am-4pm, Clan Gregor 40th Anniversary October 25-27, 2019 September 20-22, 2019 Square, Bayfield October 18-20, 2019 Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Forest Fairgrounds, Forest facebook.com/bayfieldvolkfest Friday 11am to Sunday Noon, ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ forestfair.ca, 519-786-3353 [email protected] Rainbow Valley Campground, events, 519-243-8574 [email protected] 200+ vintage VWs, arts & crafts Bayfield [email protected] Livestock shows, miniature horse vendors, food trucks, music and bayfieldlions.ca, 519-565-5142 Join park naturalists throughout the show, baby contest, barrel racing more. BBQ and campout on All ages derby. Top prize is $800. weekend for special Halloween- and speed shows, midway, exhibits, Saturday, Sept. 28. Brunch and Weigh station in Rainbow Valley themed programming. Learn to special displays. cruise Sunday morning. Check Campground, 26 Keith Cres., differentiate between spooky myths website for details. Bayfield. Tickets available at and facts. Campground trick-or- Racer 5 Brandon Hardware. treating and scarecrow decorating. Motorcycle School OCtober Prizes for best scarecrow. September 21 & 22, 2019 Lambton Fall Colour Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend SOAR Motorcycle & Craft Festival Witches Walk racer5.ca, 866-282-2728 Road Race - Race 6 October 19 & 20, 2019 October 26, 2019 [email protected] October 4-6, 2019 Lambton Heritage Museum (Grand Ashwood Inn, Bayfield 3-stage motorcycle track racing Grand Bend Raceway, Grand Bend Bend) & Legacy Recreation Centre villageofbayfield.com, development program. Registration soaracing.ca, 519-238-7223 (Thedford) Entry and BBQ by donation required. [email protected] lambtonmuseums.ca, 519-243-2600 with proceeds to Big Brothers Novice to expert racers explore Giant Christmas Craft Sale offering Big Sisters. Kids in costumes leave Exeter’s Moonlight skills in a family club environment. decorating accessories, folk art, with a treat bag! Check out the Madness Registration required. woodworking, fine art, photography, many spooky stations. September 26, 2019 clothing, jewellery, stained glass, 4pm-8pm, Exeter FALL YARD SALE SUNDAY pottery and more November experienceexeter.ca October 6, 2019, 9am-4pm 226-423-3028, [email protected] 10163 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend Pinery Fall Classic Christmas Craft Head to participating businesses pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 October 20, 2019 Show & Sale for prizes, food, special offers [email protected] Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend November 1-3, 2019 and more! More than 200 regular market pineryfallclassic.ca, 519-243-1521 Lucan Community Memorial vendors, plus yard sale booths for [email protected] Centre, Lucan Fallfast Big $ cool vintage finds. Rain or Shine Walk, jog or run your way through facebook.com/lucancraftshow Race Weekend booths are covered! Free parking. the Oak Savanna and help support 519-227-4442 September 28 & 29, 2019 Admission $1 per person. the Pinery through the Friends of Over 75 craft vendors. Baked goods, Grand Bend Motorplex, Grand Bend Pinery Park. Register early; event fills artisan crafts, syrups, preserves, grandbendmotorplex.ca THANKSGIVING up fast. Funds support education, clothing, home decor. 519-238-7223 SUNDAY MARKET preservation and enhancement Final Drag event of the season, October 13, 2019, 9am-4pm projects. Accurate chip timing and Owl Prowl features big dollar race programs, 10163 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend distance for serious racers. November 2, 2019 Racer/Crew appreciation dinner. pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 6pm & 7:30pm, Morrison Dam ONDR joins us on Saturday. [email protected] South Huron Hospital Conservation Area, Exeter More than 200+ indoor and Auxiliary Fall Rummage abca.on.ca, 888-286-2610 Bark-toberfest! outdoor vendors; eclectic blend of Sale & Auction [email protected] September 29, 2019 artisan, new and vintage vendors, October 23 & 24, 2019 Learn about owls through interactive 9am-4pm, 10163 Lakeshore Rd, live music and street food vendors. South Huron Recreation Centre, participation with LIVE birds, then Grand Bend Rain or Shine; booths covered! Free Exeter 519-237-3445 trek the moonlit, guided hike. Leave pinerymarket.com, 519-238-8382 parking. Admission $1 per person. Wednesday: Rummage sale 9am- pets at home. [email protected] 1pm, live auction 6:30pm. Thursday: Dog and Craft Beer festival! Great half price specials 9am-1pm. Cash Exeter Christmas Festival event for those who love dogs, local sales only. Giant rummage sale of / Santa Claus Parade craft beer, cider, wine and shopping. nearly new, vintage, collectible and November 15-17, 2019 Food trucks, live music and 200+ antique treasures of all descriptions. Main St., Exeter indoor and outdoor vendors. Donations accepted. Proceeds experienceexeter.ca, 226-423-3028 purchase patient care equipment. |[email protected] PINERY MARKET \"Barktoberfest\" Photo: M. Swain PINERY MARKET DARK HORSE ESTATE WINERY \"Barktoberfest\" Photo: J. Baillie 58Photo: M. Swain grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

Friday, 6:30pm - Lighting Up the Christmas in Bayfield Lighting of the Festivals and Events Park / Saturday, 4pm - Carol Sing November 15-17, 2019, Bayfield Trees Ceremony Along; 6pm - Santa Claus Parade; christmasinbayfield.com November 22, 2019 December 7-9pm - Free Skate (South Huron [email protected] 6pm, Jennie Smillie Memorial Recreation Centre). Friday: 7pm tree lighting, Parkette, Hensall Lucan Biddulph Santa’s arrival, caroling, seasonal villageofhensall.com Santa Claus Parade Light Up Grand Bend beverages; Saturday: Santa Claus [email protected] December 7, 2019 November 15, 2019 Parade 11am; Sunday: Main Street 6pm, Main St., Lucan Optimist’s Park, Grand Bend Music Fest. Bayfield Town Hall 519-227-4491 grandbendtourism.com Presents [email protected] 519-238-2001 Grand Bend November 22, 2019 [email protected] Holiday Home Tour 7pm, Bayfield Town Hall, Bayfield Zurich Santa Caroling, Santa’s visit, seasonal November 15-17, 2019 bayfieldtownhall.com Claus Parade beverages & treats, town lighting Multiple Homes, Grand Bend Area 519-565-5788 December 8, 2019 and horse & carriage rides. grandbendholidayhometour.ca, [email protected] 6:30pm,Main St., Zurich 519-238-2231 Salvation Army Band in concert. municipalityofbluewater.ca Christmas Comes Early [email protected] Call for tickets. 519-236-4351 November 15-17, 2019 View homes decorated for [email protected] Grand Bend, Forest, Christmas and enjoy seasonal Kiwanis Santa Dashwood & St. Joseph beverages and treats. Sponsoring Claus Parade Christmas Bird Count facebook.com/ retail locations will be offering November 23, 2019 December 14, 2019 events/617708285083311 special products and pricing. 7pm, King St., Forest Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Weekend-long event with local Ticketed event. kineto.ca, 519-331-5562 ontarioparks.com/park/pinery/ downtown businesses in Grand [email protected] events, 519-243-8574 Bend, Forest and St. Joseph’s Goderich Santa From Kimball Hall, west on Join birdwatchers for an incredible decorated for Christmas. Get a start Claus Parade Townsend Line, south on Main day of winter birding. Outdoor on our Christmas list and enjoy November 16, 2019 St., west on King St. ending at the surveying begins before dawn and seasonal atmosphere and special 7:15pm, Courthouse Square, Library. continues into late afternoon. sales and giveaways! Goderich goderich.ca, 519-524-6600 [email protected] 6:30pm - Seasonal Music /7pm – Christmas light displays / 7:15pm – Santa Claus Parade. Photo: J. Baillie 59It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | FESTIVALS & EVENTS

TBaeaste Explorer Here is a quick sampling of hints to begin your culinary quest. Be sure to check out detailed hints at: grandbendtourism.com DONUT LADY PINERY MARKET Photo: J. Baillie GPS - Great Here is a quick sampling of hints BEER is one of the oldest and Palate Sensations to begin your culinary quest. Be sure to check out detailed hints at most widely consumed alcoholic by Judy Johnson www.grandbendtourism.com. drinks in the world, and the third most popular drink overall after Gastronomic Geocaching Local Libations water and tea. It’s hard to imagine a better area for A burgeoning beverage gastronomic geocaching than the industry has taken root winning wines) east of Vanastra. If a Lake Huron Shores area – superb in Lake Huron Shores soil. Sip and cool beer is more your style you won’t foods and beverages are waiting to be savour the liquid bounty of family- be disappointed, the area boasts discovered. Feast on palate pleasures owned and operated beer, wine seven microbreweries – Bad Apple from the Lake and our fertile farmland and cider microbreweries. Taste test Brewing Company near St. Joseph, that stretches inland - prepared international, award-winning apple Stone House Brewing Company with creativity and care. Sample the and pear ciders and wines at Twin (Varna), Bayfield Brewing Company food and drink of the many culinary Pines Orchards & Cider House (Bayfield), River Road Brewing & creators who bring their unique vision (Thedford). Or create your own Hops (Bayfield), Cowbell Brewing to produce extraordinary edibles! viticulture tour starting with Alton Company (Blyth), Half Hours on Farms Estate Winery in Plympton- Earth Brewery (Seaforth) and Observe the cardinal rule of Wyoming, followed by Dark Horse Stonepicker Brewing Company geocaching: Take something/leave Estate Winery near Grand Bend, (Plympton-Wyoming). something. Take memories; leave Schatz Winery in St. Joseph (part something – share your finds and of Hessenalnd Inn) and ending at leave a review on TripAdvisor and a Maelstrom Winery (three award- “like” on Facebook. 60 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

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Taste Explorer Victuals with Views Alton Farms 5$ Present Savour the scenery! Ipperwash Beach Club SipE S TAT E W I N E R Y OFF this ad and (Ipperwash), just a stone’s throw from the beach, is a HAPPENS! place to enjoy a satisfying meal, refreshing drink, or ice cream receive $5 on the large and comfortable outdoor patios. Check out the off a purchase picturesque, sailboat-filled Bayfield marina while noshing of $20 or more. at The Docks Restaurant & Bar (Bayfield) and be sure to Funk Up Your Fries! Bring your camera when you dine at Limit one coupon per The Growling Gator (Grand Bend) or Willie’s Beach Bar customer. (Grand Bend)! Lake Huron views are on the menu along with an array of drinks and eclectic dining choices. Steak WINE TASTINGS, LAKE Grand night, specialty pizza, nachos and a splendid view of the golf EVENTS, TOURS, HURON 21 Bend course are among dining delights at Dave’s Pub & Grill at OUTDOOR PATIO, Oakwood Resort (Grand Bend). WOOD-FIRED 7 Forest PIZZA OVEN SARNIA History & Hospitality Aberarder Line 21 History meets the present. The family at Aunt Gussie’s (Grand Bend) has been welcoming 402 folks since the ’50s. Sample great breakfast choices; enjoy homemade food, healthy snacks and drinks day-long. Menu London innovations include gluten-free muffins, raw vegan energy balls and organic Kombucha beside traditional favourites. The 77 km Albion Hotel (Bayfield) has been a country-styled favorite for over 140 years and touts, some say, a resident ghost with a Available at the winery, select LCBOs & farmers’ markets tragic story. Food-wise, think country classics, pub grub, fresh fish, ribs, etc. The Grand Bend Public School opened in 5547 Aberarder Line, Plympton-Wyoming 1874, known today as the Schoolhouse Restaurant (Grand 519-899-2479 • altonfarmsestatewinery.com Bend) it aces homework with dishes like meat loaf, chicken pot pie and ratatouille. FARM FRESH BEER 226-441-2284 It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | TASTE EXPLORER 63

Taste Explorer @twinpinescider Hard Cider & Perry • Ice Cider Premium Sweet Cider Apples • Preserves & Pies Gourmet Foods • Gift Boutique September - December January- August Mon - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm Sat: 9 am - 5 pm Sun: 1 pm - 5 pm Sun: 1 pm - 5 pm Call for extended summer hours 519-296-5556 or 519-296-5558 8169 Kennedy Line, Thedford, Ontario, Canada twinpinesorchards.com 64 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

Fine Dining at Island Spices (Grand Bend), Taste Explorer where you can partake of homemade Locally world-class. A patties and coco bread. Famous for Thai and Lemongrass Spring Soup sophisticated menu awaits its fresh, home-made dough pizzas, tempt at Exeter Thai Cuisine. you at The Willow Room at The Little including Mediterranean, Hawaiian Local craft brews are on tap at Inn (Bayfield)– think Ontario Lamb, and Mexicana, Grog’s Pub & Grill Paddington’s Pub (Grand Bend) Duck Magret; savour Sunday Brunch. (Port Franks) also serves the yummiest as is the signature “Tilson Burger” Sample the Ontario Tribute Board/ combination of garlic and cheese topped with a fried egg, made Charcuterie or Chicken Appleby with known as Zaney bread. Destination using the owner’s own mother’s family Brie & Caramelized Granny Smith restaurant Midori Sushi (Grand Bend) recipe. Apples at Eddington’s of Exeter. has out-of-the-traditional-bento-box The Prime Rib Saturday Buffet that sushi; enjoy the patio and live music. On the Green runs Victoria Day long weekend German küche at Hessenland Inn until Thanksgiving is a popular (St. Joseph) includes Kalbs Schnitzel A wonderful meal or quick event at The Oak Dining Room at Wiener Art; try with Hessenland’s own lunch can be had at one of Oakwood Resort (Grand Bend). A Helles draft beer or Schatz wine. Be the local golf courses now offering Seafood Sampler, Coconut Curry sure to make reservations for their great food options with relaxing views Chicken and Chocolate Toblerone Long-Table Vineyard Dinner. Discover of manicured greens. White Squirrel Fondue tempt at F.I.N.E. A Chevapi (Serbian sausages) at Veslo Golf Course (St. Joseph) boasts a Restaurant (Grand Bend). Family Restaurant (Northville), along gourmet food truck throughout the with other specialties like Lepina summer months and year-round dining International bread, Goulash and Karadjordjeva in their newly renovated club house, (a rolled schnitzel stuffed with where you can enjoy live music most Global Gastro. Sample cheese and fried to perfection). Pad weekends. The Barn (Exeter), literally authentic Caribbean cuisine a restored turn-of-the-century barn, is a locals’ favourite known for its rustic It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | TASTE EXPLORER 65

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Taste Explorer atmosphere, great views and freshly made menu items. Widder Station Golf Course (Arkona) has also expanded its club house for summer and extended seasonal dining along with its own brew offering - “Train Wreck” - on tap. Family & Fun Snacks & more. The Highway Girl (Grand Bend) offers raw, vegan and gluten-free savoury and sweet goodies and drinks along with vintage ambiance. Got a sweet tooth? Try a huge ”Pink Lemonade“ cupcake - just one of the delicious go-to treats at The Pink Flamingo Bakery (Bayfield). The sweet theme continues at BeaverTails (Grand Bend) where chocolate hazelnut spread topped with Reese’s Pieces and peanut butter create a signature decadent “Triple Trip“ pastry. BeaverTails also makes their own ice cream! While Arbor Acres Country Plaza (Ipperwash) serves two dozen soft serve ice cream flavours. Classic outdoor dining at Denny’s Drive- In (Grand Bend) satisfies with summer favourites like fresh-cut fries, poutine and footlongs. Or, sit-out under the trees at family- friendly Woodland Drive-In (Bayfield) while enjoying classic burgers, wraps and “Fuller Fries” topped with cheese, bacon, diced tomato, green peppers and sour cream. Fish Tales Flavourful & fresh. Out of the Blue Fish & Seafood Market Fish (Bayfield) is known for its fresh-from-the-lake fish. Eat in, take out or take home to cook. Pickerel and Perch are also on the menu at MacPherson’s Restaurant (Port Franks) where home-style cooking and homemade pies also tempt. Purdy’s at the Bend (Grand Bend) offers locally-caught fresh fish take-out dinners along with views of the marina and lighthouse. Fresh fish also available to cook at home. It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | TASTE EXPLORER 67

Taste Explorer and bands. Check out local listings in papers and restaurant Facebook announcements to discover what’s on. Drink up Catering the summer on a patio and have fun with old – or new – friends. The Bourbon Bar at The Ashwood (Bayfield) No fuss, no muss! Back ’n Time Catering (Grand accompanies Venison Striploin, ribs and more with live Bend) offers personal chef service along with all music; kick back on the patio in warm weather. Gables in the fixins for a backyard BBQ or hot or cold buffet setups. the Bend (Grand Bend) is a venerable beach venue with While Jerry Rader’s Homestyle Catering (Zurich) serves live entertainment, check out Monday Jam Nights, Country up roast beef, pork and turkey and old-time church supper Night Summer Thursdays (show your dance moves), recipe book pies, sweets and sides. The retail outlet in Zurich Acoustic Sundays and more. Dine in or on the popular also boasts ready-made frozen single or family-size meals. Uptown-Downtown Patio. The fusion menu at The Sandbar Hosting something larger? Pineridge Barbecue Catering & Grill (Grand Bend) includes Seafood Jambalaya and Company (Hensall) offers meat choices including chicken Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl; Friday and Sunday live music or baby back pork ribs slow-grilled over charcoal locking adds to the laid-back enjoyment. Crabby Joe’s Tap & in the flavours of their secret sauce and served with home- Grill (Exeter) offers burgers, pasta, ribs and wings; nosh in made hot or cold sides. Finish with fruit crisps or a build- or out on the summer patio. Big screen TVs attract sports your-own sundae bar. Visually stunning, yummy custom enthusiasts. cakes from Make a Wish Cakes (Exeter) are wedding, birthday and anniversary favourites. Think Pink Champagne Farm to Fork & Artisan Crafted with Raspberry Filling or Salted Caramel Cake. Gluten free and organic options available. Farm-fresh foods and locally-produced specialties are plentiful throughout the area. This sampling is Patio, Fun & Music exactly that – just a taste of what you will discover. Check out detailed info at www.grandbendtourism.com. Also see Folks in the know embrace the area for a wide the business index on pages 125-128 for mapped locations. selection of live music, including local musicians Meats, Fruit, Produce & Baking Bountiful berries: Visit family-run Bayfield Berry Farm to pick your own and buy in-season raspberries, strawberries, blueberries and saskatoons. Time your visit to enjoy a light meal or weekend breakfast buffet and then take home specialty preserves, berries and baked treats (low sugar and no-sugar options). Meats: 68 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

Taste Explorer The Whole Pig (Dashwood) is a registered CQA (Certified Quality Auditors) family-farming operation whose pigs are fed on-farm ingredients. Their quality meats supply many local restaurants and are available direct to you from their farm retail store. Fans love The Whole Pig BBQ-Quarter package. Talking Turkey. Third-generation Hayter’s Farm (Dashwood) (65-years of turkey passion) offers turkey kabobs, fillets, sausages, roasts, burgers and more at their retail store, as well as being a Beer Store and LCBO outlet. Buy locally-raised, in-store-made cold cuts and specialty meats at Metzger’s Meat Products (Hensall) - a European-style butcher store. Check out smoked pig ears and bones for your pooch. Williamson Farms Country Store (Forest)sells pork and beef from its own farms, maple syrup from their sugar bush and a selection of Ontario cheeses to customers. It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | TASTE EXPLORER 69

Taste Explorer Gift selection too. Fruits & Vegetables: Fourth-generation-owned Crunican Orchards (Elginfield) grows about a dozen apple varieties to suit every taste, and sells apple cider vinegar, apple cider and more. Masse Fruit & Vegetables (St. Joseph) grows everbearing strawberries and sells seasonal produce. Watch Facebook for their strawberry announcements! Sweets & More: Just up the road, Mennonite owned and operated Zehr’s Country Market (Bayfield) offers home-made pies, Chelsea buns and other treats, as well as Mennonite farm-raised meats and seasonal produce. How Sweet It Is! Gregarious Cravings (Exeter) tantalizes taste buds with decadent treats to savour with your cuppa, while you browse their unique gifts and vintage items. Amazing Breads. Red Cat Farm & Bakery (Goderich) specializes ALTON FARMS WINERY in natural European-style breads, including wheat-free recipes. Handcrafted breads 70 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

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Taste Explorer BAD APPLE BREWING and scratch-baked pastries, buns and other treats are created at Khaos Artisan Kitchen (Port Franks). Coffee, Juice & Kombucha Fair & So Fine. Shopbike Coffee Roasters (Bayfield) sources organic and fair trade coffee beans to roast and grind in small batches. Try fan favs Coffee Americano and Maple Latte. Quality Coffee. Owners of Coastal Coffee Company (Zurich) travel to family-owned coffee growers in Nicaragua, Columbia, Rwanda and Brazil to source top specialty- grade beans that are small-batch roasted. Coastal Coffee is proud of the long- standing partnerships with their growers that grow into friendships as well. Juice & Smoothies. Registered Holistic Nutritionists at Culture Shock Kombucha (Grand Bend) brew up phytonutrient, antioxident, probiotic-infused kombucha beverages using local and organic, quality ingredients, using reverse osmosis water. Nutritious and delicious try Pear Ginger, Cranberry- Orange, Vintage and Strawberry Basil.  BAD APPLE BREWING 72 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

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Taste Explorer MIDORI SUSHI PIZZERIA Licensed by AGCO • Pizza • Giant Panzarottis • Burgers • Salads • Wraps • Jumbo Wings • Nachos Gluten Free & Vegetarian Options Eat In or Take Out Check out our menu online! Kitchen Hours: Monday: 3 pm - 8:45 pm Tuesday-Thursday: 3 pm - 9:45 pm Friday-Saturday: 11:30 am - 9:45 pm Sunday: 12 pm - 8:45 pm 26 Ontario St. S., Grand Bend 519-238-6919 • riverbendpizzeria.ca 74 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

Taste Explorer Road Trip! COME TO THE COWBELL FARM IN BLYTH 40035 BLYTH ROAD, BLYTH, ON N0M 1H0 “THE NO.1 CRAFT BREWERY IN CANADA TO VISIT.” —WAYNE NEWTON, BREWS NEWS & LONDON FREE PRESS JOURNALIST 1-844-523-4724 WWW.COWBELLBREWING.COM It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | TASTE EXPLORER 75

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TAKE THIS Taste ExplorerWhat are possibilities when you think outside the fence Tiny Tipple Test to repurpose an old pasture field on your family farm? Where does a vintage tractor hang out in retirement? a) Sodding the difficult piece of land with its natural springs a) In the bush next to the back 40 of the family farm to make your own golf course b) On eBay, in parts for sale for restoring classic equipment b) Researching plants for a huge butterfly garden and implements c) Uncorking your passion to develop Huron County’s first c) Vertically, on the wall behind the bar at Stonepicker winery, winning coveted awards for complex wines. For Brewing Company. When you check it out, sample the full story, join one of the family for a tour and tasting Stonepicker Hwy. 21 Amber Ale and Tractor on the Wall at Maelstrom Winery near Vanastra. Stout. Where can you learn about SAAZ Hops? Where could you find an Absent Landlord? a) By taking a dance class that specializes in Czech culture a) At the library, studying landlord and tenant rights b) Checking a dictionary of idioms using hops – like b) Painting the town red “mad as hops” c) In Blyth at Cowbell Brewing Co., a destination craft c) By visiting Stone House Brewing Co. in Varna, tasting brewery; it’s an unfiltered, unpasteurized beer. Pilsner made with Saaz hops, Canadian two-row malted barley and super-deep well water. While there, check Where’s the best opportunity to check out what’s out Growlers. required “Up Your Kilt”? a) At Kincardine’s Gathering of the Bands Festival on a Want to check out a one horse town? windy day when the pipe bands strut their stuff a) Listen to musicians who sing about their one-horse-town b) Visiting Goderich’s Celtic Roots Festival and asking the experiences… think Elton John, Doomriders, Brooks & Dunn experts on kilts and things Celtic and Scottish b) Close to home there are many small towns but c) At Bayfield’s River Road Brewing Company where this Canada’s smallest town, with only 4 residents, is Tilt Cove Scottish Wee Heavy is created from farm-grown in Newfoundland ingredients. While there, wander the hop yards and farm c) At Dark Horse Estate Winery near Grand Bend, you fields and see Highland Cattle that feast on spent grain will find the One Horse Town wine collection that includes from the brewing process. Cabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Vidal wines. What did Sarah & Jason do with surplus apples What is Twin Pines? from their orchard? a) A spinoff of the popular TV crime drama Twin Peaks a) Make the world’s largest apple pie b) A unique type of hybrid evergreen of Bonsai Spruce b) Learn how to make apple dolls and Douglas Fir c) Use their century barn south of Bayfield to house Bad c) A place to discover near Thedford, Twin Pines Orchards & Apple Brewery Co., their craft microbrewery that creates Cider House, where the family’s hard ciders are award- beer and cider beer blends. winners. The Cider House Store and Trails are other delights. Where will you find a Drunken Goat? What is a dream job for sheep? a) Noshing on fermenting apples in the farm orchard a) Counting people before nodding off b) In rehab in a special “animal farm” treatment facility b) Supplying wool for Scotland’s tartan kilt industry c) At Blyth Farm Cheese in the cooler – one of several goat c) As ovine lawnmowers - keeping grass and weeds in the cheeses produced by this artisan cheese producer vineyard under control at Alton Farms Estate Winery in the Huron Shores area that handcrafts small-batch, lightly- filtered wines including Riesling, Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Gamay Noir. If you correctly answered (c) each time, congrats – you are either a True Taste Explorer or you want to be! Discover, sip and savour on! Cruniccan Orchards - GB Visitor Guide Ad 2017 It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | TASTE EXPLORER 77 2017/11/22 - Wednesday 09:34:09

Stay Overnight A good night’s Immersing yourself in all that this BEE ’N BEE BED & BREAKFAST sleep is just the area has to offer begins with finding beginning... the perfect place to call your home LAKEFRONT & away from home. Be it for an RIVER FRONT VIEWS by Lauren Ihrig overnight stay, a weeklong excursion or a vacation free of calendar Far from simply serving up a room with Curate your stay from a range constraints, Lake Huron’s shoreline a view, accommodation providers of accommodations that are boasts an impressive assortment of such as Bonnie Doone Manor- as unique as you are! accommodations built on the unique on-the-Beach (Grand Bend) and stories of the families who own and Samuels Hotel (Goderich) offer a Go online to these websites for operate them. Here, hosts-with-the- variety of décor styles from the quaint full accommodation listings most pride themselves on offering to boutique to luxurious with water and information: exquisitely local guest experiences. views and a variety of amenities. A grandbendtourism.com Rest, recharge and ready yourselves romantic getaway or intimate family ontarioswestcoast.ca for exploring a variety of the area’s vacation are elevated and simplified ontbluecoast.com “stay“ gems, which are, by no means, with a stay at one of these beautiful, villageofbayfield.com exhaustive. specialty lodgings. If a cottage is more your style, cottage rental agencies such as Bluewater Cottage Rentals, Cozy Corner Cabins, Huron Shores Cottages, 78 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

Stay Overnight play-Book your next cation at Oakwood Resort DPUBa&vGReIL’Ls 124 rooms, suites & Open Daily at 11:00am cottages (519) 238-7363 Manicures, Pedicures Hit the Links at our RMT Massage, Facials and more. Call to Book 18 hole public an Appointment! golf course (519) 238-7334 (519) 238-8060 GRAND BEND, ON Sign-up for our email updates to learn more about year-round Special Offers, Events, Holidays and more at www.OakwoodResort.ca, or contact us at (800) 387-2324 ACCOMMODATION DINING CONFERENCE GOLF SPA WEDDING 79It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | STAY OVERNIGHT

Stay Overnight Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery Where heritage is infused into every vine and vintage Distinctive Accommodations • Award-Winning Gardens Private Beach Access • Vineyard • Winery Dining Room with European & Locally Inspired Fare Signature Event Series • Weddings Bus Tours • Conferences • Retreats Celebrating 35Years in 2019 and Welcoming the Next Chapter... Located Steps from Lake Huron Between Grand Bend & Bayfield 519.236.7707 ~ 1.866.543.7736 ~ www.hessenland.com 80 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

Stay Overnight Deer Park Lodge, Watersedge Cottage Rentals and others can provide that coveted lakeshore-at-your- doorstep experience. RECIPE FOR RELAXATION AND RECREATION For those craving diversity of experience without sacrificing proximity to the liveliness of the boardwalk, consider the range of family-friendly activities available at the resort hotels and amenity-rich motels in the area. Huron County’s largest accommodation provider, Oakwood Resort (Grand Bend), offers a menu of relaxation ingredients, including a full service spa and recreation facility suited for more than just the immediate family! An 18-hole golf course and games room are but two of this establishment’s leisure options. AROUND TOWN AMENITIES The same is true for those destinations within a 10-minute walk to boardwalk and beach, and which are right next to a range Photo: C. Fraleigh 81It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | STAY OVERNIGHT

Stay Overnight of neighbourhood amenities inclusive of grocers, shopping and restaurants. Pine Dale Motor Inn (Grand Bend), with an indoor saltwater pool, and Blue Water Motel (Grand Bend), with an outdoor heated pool, are two such spaces boasting local, family-friendly charm (fire pits, picnic areas and more!) within walking distance of the scenic Old Ausable Channel. With ample on-site parking, Amber Hotel’s (Grand Bend) boutique-style décor meets the convenience of apartment-style living while also being situated within a short walk to Grand Bend’s Blue Flag beach and marina. ACCESSIBLE RETREATS Dreamz Inn, located en route to Goderich, takes accessibly- appointed stays to the next level. Accommodations fuse beautiful suite design with accessible layouts and amenities in this contemporary designer hotel. RESTORATIVE CORRIDOR If you’re looking to trade in on the hustle and bustle in favour of nestling in for the night, consider destinations along the restorative Highway 21 corridor. Unwind in a space where mature trees stand alongside budding vines and burgeoning vintages, as is the case at Hessenland Inn & Schatz Winery (St. Joseph). Why not plan your stay 82 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

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Stay Overnight when Hessenland hosts their unique Long Table Vineyard Dining event! The same is true of Bayfield’s The Ashwood Inn, which fuses an eclectically modern layout with the vibe of a mid-century relaxation destination - acreage of forest, newly renovated rooms, saltwater pool and locally-sourced cuisine included! HISTORICAL CHARM Unique heritage accommodations blend character with comfort in some of the area’s finest overnight offerings. Built on the legacy of nineteenth century, stage-coaching days and flourishing tavern culture along Ontario’s West Coast, The Little Inn, The Lake House and Albion Hotel are nestled within Bayfield’s quaint shopping district and offer three great options for nostalgic nap times and first-class dining experiences at on-site restaurants. These curated stopovers range from guest accommodations inspired by local history to those with a touch of European design to quainter country-style Photo: J. Baillie Photo: J. Baillie 84 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

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arrangements. Concert and special event series offered Stay Overnight throughout the year make the Grand Bend and Bayfield villages a great choice for the seasoned “stay overnight” Photo: R. Smith explorer! DIY DREAM DESTINATIONS For those DIY-travellers seeking to bring their vacation homes along for the ride, consider the range of trailer parks and campgrounds the area has to offer. If you are looking to make your home away from home within the catchment of Grand Bend central, Green Haven Trailer Park is a short walk to Grand Bend’s Main Street and beach while family-friendly Klondyke Trailer Park, Rus-Ton Family Campground, Birch Bark Trailer Park and others are a short drive to town. Area trailer parks and campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and children’s programs, ensuring you get to rest on your vacation as well! Parkhill’s Great Canadian Hideaway even has a small animal petting corner. Carolinian Forest Campground has been hosting families on their 23-acres of land surrounded by Carolinian forest for decades. Located by Ipperwash Beach, they run summer-long kid focused activities. In addition to seasonal and transient tent and trailer sites, a number of parks offer cabins and trailers for rent. 87It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | STAY OVGEraRnNd IBGenHdTMain Beach

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Stay Overnight FURRY FAMILY MEMBERS if you’re looking for a doggy daycare saltwater pools and the cozy comforts WELCOME or overnight facility Play ’N Stay K-9 created by in-room fireplaces across Daycare and Boarding is located just the seasons, and take in a program Travelling with the family pet can 15 kilometres outside of Grand Bend. of premier theatre with a short jaunt to Huron Country Playhouse or Blyth be a challenge, as a number of SHORELINE & SUNSETS Festival Theatre. Budgets of all shapes ARE CALLING and sizes are rewarded in a region accommodation providers aim to where fabulous sunrises and world- Along Lake Huron’s shoreline, you class sunsets will put you to bed and, be allergen-free, however we know can enjoy a morning walk along a if desired, offer a pretty compelling privately-accessed sandy beach, taste welcoming families often means the freshness afforded by clean lake wake-up call.  air, luxuriate in landscaped terraces, welcoming fido too. Consider Bonnie Doone Manor-on-the-Beach, Oakwood Resort, Pine Dale Motor Inn, Pinewood Motel or Bayfield South Suites to name only a few. And 89It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | STAY OVERNIGHT

tShheopUnique Visit experienceexeter.ca, grandbendtourism.com, shopforest.ca, and villageofbayfield.com for retailer listings. Shop the Unique starters, and the works of many local ARKONA HERITAGE MARKET artisans and artists. Here’s a curated Photo: J. Baillie by Joey Burnley selection of the area’s offerings. and ladies’ jackets, hats and bags. Shopaholics beware! You’re going to ONLY IN CANADA You can even purchase a beginner’s check boxes off your shopping list you YOU SAY? guide to spoken Ojibwe. didn’t know you had! In the quaint villages, towns and communities Thunderbird Crafts & Trading If you’re searching for that show- along Lake Huron’s shoreline, Post (Kettle Point) is a family-owned stopping, jaw-dropping, conversation shopping becomes a pleasure again. and operated indigeonous trading piece that will give your home that Escape the mundane and repetition post. For centuries, the Kettle & “wow” factor, then look no further of big-box stores and malls. Shop Stony Point community was a supply than DL Creations (Bayfield). the unique at family-owned stores location among First Nation peoples. Inspired by the outdoors, they for a refreshing shopping experience Today, Thunderbird continues that provide beautiful home furnishings that will excite your soul and delight tradition offering walls of colourful and décor (butcher blocks, appetizer the senses. Visualize mature trees and unique crafting materials like boards, wine caddies, etc.) from that umbrella historic buildings and colourful seed beeds, porcupine reclaimed pieces of wood. Each item provide shaded pedestrian-friendly quills, native-themed fabrics, leathers is guaranteed to be as unique as the walks. Proud shop owners that take and fur, and wool broadcloth. An piece of wood from which it’s crafted. time to share their creative talents authentic cultural experience, this and one-of-a-kind merchandise. store showcases genuine, handmade Gift of Art (Grand Bend) features Stores are filled with truly unique First Nations’ products from across the work of local and Canadian artists items. You can own pieces of history, Canada and locally. You’ll be proud to and artisans from across the nation. handcrafted treasures, conversation gift these moccasins, blankets, men’s Let your eyes wonder with delight through this select collection of pottery, jewellery, wall art and home décor. Looking for something just a 90 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

FARMERS' MARKETS Shop the Unique With the exception of Bayfield’s market which starts the STOP & Friday of the Victoria Day Long Weekend, local farmers’ SHOP IN markets begin after the long weekend and run weekly to the Thanksgiving long weekend. For Farm Gate locations DOWNTOWN in Lambton Shores, visit locallylambton.com. FOREST WEDNESDAYS: • Lambton Shores Farmers’ Market, Shop the historic town of Forest, The Colonial parking lot, Grand Bend, located just North of highway 402, 8am-1pm, facebook.com/GrandBendMarket and just South of Grand Bend, THURSDAYS: on highway 21! • Exeter Farmers’ Market, MacNaughton Park, Browse our wonderful merchants, 3pm-7pm, facebook.com/exeterfarmersmarket grab a bite to eat at one of our many FRIDAYS: great restaurants, and enjoy the • Lambton Shores Farmers’ Market, small town feel! King Street, Forest, 8am-1pm, • Bayfield Farmers’ Market, Check us out on social media Clan Gregor Square, @ShopForestON 3pm-7pm, bayfieldfarmersmarket.ca Photo: J. Baillie 91It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | SHOP THE UNIQUE

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bit more on the wild side, then head Shop the Unique to Deja Vudu Studio (Grand Bend) where you’ll find out-of-the-ordinary Bend). With their appreciation for gifts, art, home decor, clothing, the unique and unusual, you will be furniture and jewellery. impressed by the variety of rustic, yet high-quality items. This family TAKE ME BACK THUNDERBIRD CRAFTS business also features solid wood furniture, handcrafted by Canadian If your taste can be defined by Mennonites. If you’re a bit of a “anything old is gold”, then you’ve \"furniture feen\", you won’t want hit the jackpot! This area is rich with to miss Stonehedge – Antiques vintage and antique shops. JMR and Design Studio (Bayfield). It Collections (Bayfield) carries an features very high-end vintage and impressive selection of handpicked period-styled pieces, specializing vintage clothing and accessories. in fascinating collections of clocks, Each piece is in pristine condition lighting and crafts. For the antique and is a trigger for nostalgia. It’s hunters that love anything rustic, you fashion through the ages, with many will lose your hinges over Country pieces translating to today’s trends. Collectables (Parkhill), Dashwood If your love for vintage is reflected Design and Décor (Dashwood) and more through your home than your Born in a Barn (Ailsa Craig). Other wardrobe, then be sure to check places to search for the unexpected out Dale’s Antique Market (Grand pieces at a budget-friendly price are Blessings (Zurich), ARC Angels Thrift Shop (Dashwood) and the Open our door... Enjoy the Romance of “Offline” Shopping - Touch! Feel! Take it Home! Open Daily at 509 Main St. S. in exeter 519-235-1987 • liKe US On FaCeBOOK 93It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | SHOP THE UNIQUE

Shop the Unique Habitat for Humanity Restore (Exeter). They’re truly a thrift shopper’s delight! STOP & SMELL THE ROSES For shoppers with a green thumb, don’t miss the charming shops that are not only filled with beautiful fresh flowers and exquisite arrangements, but also with gifts, décor and garden accessories. Forest Florist (Forest), The Garden Gate Gifts & Florals (Grand Bend) and Frontier Flowers and Gifts (Parkhill) will give you a warm and cozy country feel as you shop to the sweet aroma of bursting bouquets. Westland Greenhouses (Grand Bend) is the largest destination garden centre on the shores of Lake Huron. Shopping at Westland is like a mini vacation for the whole family. It features a bird sanctuary and bunny petting zoo that welcomes children, along with relaxing show gardens, workshops, and unusual yet spectacular merchandise. It’s just one of several amazing garden centres the area offers. ART DESIGN GIFTS WEARABLES FEELS LIKE HOME 139 Ontario St S, Grand Bend, ON If indoor décor is more your avenue, then you’ll be sure to 519.238.6022 | dejavudu.ca obsess over the incredibly unique furniture and décor pieces that can only be found in this area. It’s Thyme (Grand Bend) Deja_Vudu_Studio Deja_Vudu boasts home accessories and housewares sure to become * Furniture * Antiques   * Decor         519-238-2880 www.dalesantiquemarket.com Days of Operation Store Hours Wednesday to Sunday 10 to 5pm Antique Flea Market May to October - Sundays only 10410 Lakeshore Road, Grand Bend 94 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

the focal point of any room. Quality, Mennonite solid-wood Shop the Unique dining room furniture and Canadian and North American- manufactured living room, bedroom and outdoor furniture can FOREST GLEN HERB FARM & B&B be found at Forever Furniture (St. Joseph). Looking for that cozy, comfortable chair with power recline? Well, you’ll find it there along with top quality leather and fabric sectionals and sofas. When all the rooms in your house are filled from furniture and décor shopping, visit Casual Industries (Grand Bend) where they have a huge selection of outdoor furnishings. In fact, they have one of the largest selections in Canada. For almost 40 years, they have specialized in outdoor furniture with many pieces made onsite from domestic linens and a warehouse stocked with 15,000 items. Like Forever Furniture, Casual Industries serves all parts of Southwest Ontario. So don’t be afraid to shop for your home as well as your cottage! SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE Can’t find the perfect gift for that hard-to-buy-for person? This region is spoiled with dozens of stores that have just what you’re looking for. You will feel more like a guest than a customer when you visit Hive (Bayfield) where shoppers can enjoy an in-store mini café that offers mouth-watering treats. Once you’ve had your fill, browse through their inspiring clothing, accessories, décor and more. Many items are up- cycled and reimagined. It’s another great place to feel those vintage vibes. If you’re a fan of munching while shopping, don’t miss Pinery Market (Grand Bend). This family- friendly market is the complete package for an outing with everyone. It has food, entertainment, and a vast variety of vendors that offer everything from fresh produce to the latest trends. Not to mention an incredible amount of antiques that are sure to provoke a treasure hunt through the past. It’s a Grand Bend must and a wonderful way to spend a Sunday. Mark your calendar, it’s open Sundays May to Thanksgiving. If your kitchen is your favourite room to accessorize, then The Gravy Boat Kitchen Store (Bayfield) is your haven. With its huge assortment of quality tools and fun giftable items, it truly has something for everyone’s inner-kitchen and cooking enthusiast. TREASURE TROVES If your version of shopping for a-diamond-in-the-rough, is quite literally diamonds, then you’ll be dazzled with the collections of jewellery to be found in local shopping hubs. For budget-friendly treasures of all ages, Sea Jewels (Grand Bend & Bayfield) is a very popular destination. For custom designed and gold pieces, be sure to drop by Bakelaar Jewellery (Exeter). Elements of Design (Bayfield) is a 95It Starts At The Beach... and ends Where You Want! | SHOP THE UNIQUE

Shop the Unique PINERY MARKET Clothing (Grand Bend). Headed to the beach, but nervous about finding unique find, offering Canadian a bathing suit? Bikiniland (Grand artisan jewellery from Christophe Bend) is your answer! They have Poly, Jon Klar, Nancy Plourde and an incredible selection and boast others. Since 1873, family-owned having bathing suits that flatter all Van Valkenburgs Jewellers (Forest) body types. has operated a full-service jewellery store offering quality items to AU NATURALE celebrate and commemorate life’s greatest moments. Knowledgeable It’s about more than what’s on the staff and jewellery experts will help outside; if you want to enjoy shopping you find your perfect gem at each of that’s good for the mind, body and these locations. soul, you’ll want to visit Forest Glen Herb Farm (Forest). It has a variety of WEARABLE WONDERS culinary products and products made from herbs and other plant life; from Once your bling is taken care of, facial masks to vacuum scents. Not you’ll want to find an outfit to to mention, it’s gorgeous! Located compliment the rest of your look. This right by the Lake Huron shore, it’s an area has no shortage of spectacular organic garden and farm. It’s also the apparel stores. The latest trends and perfect place to enjoy their service fashion forward ideas can be found at as a bed and breakfast or wedding Designers (Exeter & Bayfield), UBU venue. The incredible indoor/outdoor Fashions (Grand Bend), Leslie’s experience doesn’t stop there; they (Bayfield), Luv Scarlett (Exeter), Rhumba (Bayfield) and Grand Bend 96 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001

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Shop the Unique offer classes for making products and for yoga. Continue to treat your body well at Genuine Wellness (Parkhill). Owned by a holistic nutritionist, this health food store offers solutions for health problems, delicious and healthy products, as well as organic and gluten-free specialty foods. Or, drop by the Wellness Cabin Health Co. (Grand Bend) for quality supplements, vitamins, herbs, protein powders, local natural teas, soaps and beauty skin care lines, specialty groceries and more. And don’t forget what you put on your skin ends up in your body. Visit LUVU Naturally (Exeter) for a full line of all-natural cosmetics and beauty products from lip balm and eyeshadow to shampoo, soap and even toothpaste. And yes, they can give you the ingredient list! ON THE MOVE Keep the outdoor fun going at Outside Projects (Bayfield) where repair services, equipment and accessories for bikes keeps you on the move. Paddle boards, skateboards and snowshoes too. Whether you’re looking to buy or simply rent for the day, they’ve got you covered. Be sure to browse the bike and running shoes and outdoor clothing for everything you need to have fun and be comfortable outside. Guided tours also available.  Visit us 7 days a week and experience: • Easier ways to manage your health • Great offers for Shoppers Optimum Card holders • An endless selection of beauty • Quick & easy mealtime favourites Grand Bend 65 Main St. E. 519-238-8540 Open 9am – 9pm, 7 days a week Sarah Palen, Pharmacist/Owner 100 grandbendtourism.com | 1-888-338-2001