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Annapolis Royal The unique Fort Anne Heritage Tapestry, designed by Kiyoko Sago, was stitched by over 100 volunteers. Fort Anne Tapestry How Do I Get To Annapolis Royal? Kentville Fort Anne’s Heritage Tapestry Exit 22 depicts 4 centuries of history in Annapolis Holly and Henry Halifax three million delicate needlepoint Royal Bainton's stitches out of 95 colours of wool. It Tannery measures about 18’ in length and 8’ 213 St George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS Yarmouth Outlet in height and was a labor of love 1-902-532-2070 www.baintons.ca over 4 years in the making. It is a Digby work of immense proportions, but Halifax Annapolis Royal is a community with an epic story to relate. Yarmouth NOVA SCOTIA National Historic District Tour ANNAPOLIS ROYAL IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED TM The Cat Ferry in Yarmouth 90 Minutes tripadvisor #1 Tour Join Candlelight Graveyard Tour’s Alan Melanson for a special Fundy Rose Ferry in Digby 35 Minutes Stroll Through the Centuries. Departs Halifax International Airport 120 Minutes Lighthouse, 2 pm every Mon. & Kejimkujik National Park & NHS 45 Minutes Wed., June 26 - Sept. 2. More on p. 8. Phone: 902-532-2043, Fax: 902-532-7443 Candlelight www.annapolisroyal.com Graveyard Tour Don’t miss Annapolis Royal’s Your Year ‘Round, 24/7 Candlelight Tours of Nova Scotia’s oldest English graveyard – one of INFORMATION DESTINATION Canada’s most popular tours! for the Annapolis Royal Area since 1995! Winner of TIANS’ Golden Hospitality Award and recommended Follow Us! CELEBRATINGCELEBRATING by The New York Times, MacLean’s Explorer Guide ExplorerGuide Magazine and CBC Radio & TV, this tour has been honoured by two of www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com Canada’s Prime Ministers. Andrew Tolson Andrew Tolson 28 YEARS! The fun unfolds 7 nights a week Cover: Annapolis Royal Lighthouse (built 1889) 1st Place Winner, This Lighthouse Matters June 1 through Oct. 15 – plus special dates during Ghost Town. Tour always starts at 9:30 pm (rain or shine). No reservations. Meet at the Fort Anne parking lot. Sponsored since 1992 by The Historical Association of Annapolis Royal. $10 for adults, $5 youth (13-18), $3 children (12 & under). 532-3035, www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Annapolis Royal Digby 532-5185 245-2431 Annapolis Royal ~ Fun for all Ages CAMPGROUND & COTTAGES On Bay of Fundy 15 minutes north of Annapolis Royal Oceanview Cottages Tent & Trailer Camping Heated Pool, Playground Saturday Fireworks Arcade Famous Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail Near Whale Watching & Upper Clements Park Seeking a scenic spot to start Colourful shops, boardwalk, scenic your new life together or looking vistas, special restaurants, gracious (902) 532-7711 for an ideal retirement community? hospitality, unique accommodations, [email protected] Searching for a romantic area to amenities, recreation and attractions propose, get married or honeymoon? galore create an Explorer’s paradise. Have your sights set on finding the perfect vacation destination or location to raise your family? Look no further than Annapolis Royal – the Cradle of Our Nation. Discover a Peaceful Comfort, History and Excitement! vibrant arts community with a leisurely lifestyle and appreciation for heritage. BREAKFAST LUNCH & DINNER Beautifully maintained grounds Delicious food, great value, Quiet, restful rooms with 2 double or 1 queen-size bed generous portions, A Provincial Heritage Property Two-room suite with kitchen prompt and friendly service! (circa. 1859) Outdoor salt water swimming pool Complimentary continental breakfast & Wi-Fi CATERING & TAKEOUT AVAILABLE 3924 Hwy 1, Annapolis Royal 1-888-857-8889 Across from Fort Anne exit Email: Paulette@ Ph: 902-532-2323 532-5254 AnnapolisRoyalInn.com Fax: 902-532-7277 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL’S www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca LONGEST OPERATING RESTAURANT www.AnnapolisRoyalInn.com ANNAPOLIS ROYAL HISTORIC Festivals GARDENS CELEBRATE MAGNOLIAS artwork and plant material for the FIRST FRIDAYS May 1 - 15 lucky bidders. Supporting the Historic June 7, July 5, August 2, Enjoy more than 100 magnolias Gardens. www.historicgardens.com September 6 & October 4 in Annapolis Royal and the Historic Music, entertainment, food, fun, Gardens. www.historicgardens.com COMMUNITY BAND and extended business hours plus SPRING CONCERT Candlelight Graveyard Tours at Fort HISTORIC GARDENS June 6 (7:30 pm) Anne. Sponsored by the Annapolis For more events Like EXPLORER GUIDE on Facebook 38th SEASON KICKOFF King’s Theatre, 902-532-7704 Board of Trade. 902-532-5454 and visit www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com May 11 - 12 (9 am - 5 pm) Admission by donation, CANADA’S MUSIC AT THE “O” this weekend only! 902-532-7018 GARDEN DAYS July & Aug. (Fridays, 7 - 9 pm) good food June 15 - 23 Enjoy musical entertainment at 10th RARE PLANT SALE Join in celebrating the role and the scenic Oqwa’titek Amphitheatre & good times May 19 (1 - 4 pm) benefits of gardens in communities. overlooking the Annapolis River. Don’t miss Atlantic Canada’s Enjoy the launch of 2019 Garden It’s located next to Town Hall. 902-532-2244 premier horticultural event at Sculpture display. 902-532-7018, Farmers Market Square. 11 Church Street www.historicgardens.com ANNAPOLIS POOL Annapolis Royal, Across from Market July and August FARMERS & TRADERS DANCING AT THE “0” The pool opens for the season Eat in or take out MARKET June 6, 20, July 4, 18 on Canada Day with a Free Swim May 18 - October 12 August 1 & 15 (7 pm) offered from 1- 4 pm. Join the fun The Farmers & Traders Kick up your heels with free under the sun for a swim any day Market operates at Market Square. Line Dance Lessons with Durline this summer in the beautiful outdoor See pages 8 and 18 for more info. Melanson and Trans World Dance at pool and play in the splash pad. annapolisroyalfarmersmarket.com the scenic Oqwa’titek Amphitheatre Follow Annapolis Community Pool overlooking the Annapolis River. on Facebook for special events. 62 HISTORIC GARDENS No experience necessary. Learn to Champlain Dr. next to high school. DINNER & AUCTION dance “The Scotia Shuffle” and annapoliscommunitypool@gmail. May 26 (4 pm) “Canadian Shuffle” in Annapolis com, 902-532-1777. See p. 9 & 22 Wonderful food, a great social Royal where the dances originated! for more. www.annapolispool.ca time and terrific selection of gifts, www.TransWorldDance.com ROSE FESTIVAL July 1 - 7 Enjoy events, tours and activities in celebration of one of the largest rose collections in Eastern Canada! www.historicgardens.com Mini Putt Batting Cage Go-Karts Battling Balls www.kingstheatre.ca Indoor Games 209 St. George Street Retro Arcade Box Office: 902.532.7704 and More! The best in live performance and film 4708 Hwy 1, Annapolis Royal from around the actionjax.ca world - year round! Special Events CANADA DAY EVENTS HOUSE & GARDEN traditions of the Mi’kmaq, a culture We offer a variety of fresh that has been here for thousands of seafood & lobster specials July 1 TOUR WEEKEND Celebrate Canada’s 152nd years. Sing a Mi’kmaw song, play a based on traditional July 6 - 7 (10 am - 4 pm) EUROPEAN CUISINE. birthday with free admission to Fort Visit the Historic Gardens and drum, participate in the ancient game Anne NHS! Engage all your senses. special private gardens and houses in of “waltes” and interact with the Enjoy the incredible Sing “O Canada” as the flag is and around Annapolis Royal, July 6. Mi’kmaw craftspeople. Through water view! raised at Town Hall; join Parka the “Innovation & Transformation” is demos, singing and drumming, you Beaver in a procession to the fort; the theme. Explore other aspects of will gain an appreciation for the Have an unforgettable enjoy cake; bring a blanket and the community with a series of unique culture of the first people of experience on our deck! picnic; and enjoy musical Sunday activities, July 7. 532-7018, this land. 902-532-2898 entertainment. Fun for the whole www.ExploreOurGardens.com family, from noon until 3 pm, 902- A RENDEZ-VOUS WITH 532-2397. There will be a Free MUSIC AT PORT-ROYAL SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN Swim at the Annapolis Public Pool July 11, 25, Aug. 8 & 22 July 17, 31, Aug. 14, 18 & 28 1-4 pm, family fun at the Historic (1 - 3 pm) (2 - 3 pm ) English Gardens and music at the If you like traditional music, Amphitheatre. Port-Royal NHS will (3:30 - 4:30 pm) French mark Thursdays at Port-Royal feature music and a Canada Day Join Champlain as he shares National Historic Site on your cake from 1 - 3 pm. 902-532-2898 stories of his many adventures in o e calendar. Come clap your hands, Acadia. Hear first-hand why he tap your feet and enjoy the fine founded the “Order of Good WINE & ROSES singers and musicians in this July 5 (5 - 7 pm) Cheer”, and learn about friendship special traditional musical series. and alliances between the French Enjoy live music, hors and Mi’kmaq. 902-532-2898 d’oeuvres and a glass of local wine ANNAPOLIS RIVERFEST as you stroll through thousands of July 13 (9 am - 5:30 pm) magnificent rose blossoms in the Fun for all ages at Jubilee Park Historic Gardens. 902-532-7018, A photo is worth in Bridgetown. Free admission. Food, www.ExploreOurGardens.com drinks & entertainment on site. See a thousand words... p. 6. To register for canoe races, 902- RAVEN HAVEN 532-7533, [email protected] FAMILY FUN DAY July 6 (1 - 5 pm) FLOWER SHOW Play on the beach! The 24th & DESSERT TEA Anniversary of Raven Haven’s Family July 13 Fun Day offers an afternoon of fun Champlain Garden Club’s with carnival games, BBQ, live music annual show at the Legion, 2-5 pm. and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy (Tea with savouries and desserts a public beach with on-site canteen.
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