December 15! Martin Short! Dave Rave!

Hi! 

I haven't been here for a couple of months!  Feels so good to be back! 

Just wanted to share that two of my most favourite entertainers are performing 
on December 15! 

One in New York, returning as host on Saturday Night Live: that would be Martin Short!

" TORONTO - Martin Short fans should feel free to go completely mental — the Hamilton-reared funnyman has been announced as the host of the Saturday Night Live Christmas show.

The Emmy-winning SCTV vet will host the sketch series for the third time on Dec. 15, according to a press release from NBC.

Paul McCartney will be the musical guest, stopping by the SNL stage for a fourth time.

Read more: http://www.montrealgazette.com/entertainment/Hamilton+funnyman+Martin+Short+host+Saturday+Night+Live/7617255/story.html#ixzz2DUC5U1nL"


The other in Hamilton, Ontario although he lives in New York: that would be Dave Rave! 

One of my most favourite things about both of these excellent, world-famous performers is that both of them come from right here --- Hamilton, Ontario!

They are both one of my most favourite reasons for saying: They Don't Call It 'The Golden Horseshoe for Nuthin'! 

I LOVE New York --- but unfortunately can't be there on Dec. 15 to see Martin Short host SNL 

http://www.montrealgazette.com/entertainment/Hamilton+funnyman+Martin+Short

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but will try my best to see Dave Rave perform in Hamilton!


Looking forward to a fab-tastic December!!!!

'Til next time! 

Patti Zonta

NIAGARA FOOD FESTIVAL !

Sept. 7, 8, 9 

Welland, Ontario!

Party on in the Golden Horseshoe!

Hi Fellow Festival Lovers!

The NIAGARA FOOD FESTIVAL is sure to please every appetite!

Maybe I'll see you there!  

'til next time! 

Patti Zonta

Here's the link for more info: 
http://www.niagarafoodfestival.com/news/celebrity-chefs-to-star-at-niagara-food-festival/

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Celebrity chefs to star at Niagara Food Festival

August 9, 2012

A trio of high-profile celebrity chefs will appear on the Mobile Culinary Theatre during the upcoming Niagara Food Festival.

Celebrity Chefs Chuck Hughes, star of Food Network’s Chuck’s Day Off,  David Rocco, host of David Rocco’s Dolce Vita on Food Network and Trish Magwood, from Food Network’s Family Cook Off and Party Dish will all perform cooking demonstrations on the Festival’s Mobile Culinary Theatre during the Niagara Food Festival, which takes place September 7, 8 and 9 in downtown Welland.

“We’re thrilled to bring these culinary stars to this year’s Festival”, said Brad Morgan, Chair of the Niagara Food Festival Board of Directors. “Festival-goers will have the opportunity to watch and learn from three of Canada’s best-known celebrity chefs, live and up-close in downtown Welland.”

Hughes’ Montreal restaurant Garde Manger has received accolades in the New York Times and The Today Show. His show Chuck’s Day Off debuted in 2009, and airs on Food Network Canada and The Cooking Channel in the United States. He is the youngest Canadian chef to win on Iron Chef America. Hughes will appear on the Mobile Culinary Theatre on
Saturday, September 8th at 12pm and 3:30pm. Learn more about Chuck Hughes here.

The Toronto-born Rocco divides his time between Toronto and Florence, Italy. His show David Rocco’s Dolce Vita airs on Food Network Canada and features David gathering fresh ingredients and preparing simple, authentic Italian food. Rocco will appear on the Mobile Culinary Theatre on Sunday, September 9th at 1pm and 3:30pm. Learn more here.

Magwood is a celebrity chef, teacher, entrepreneur and lifestyle consultant whose show Party Dish aired in over 35 countries. She has written two cook books and also hosted Food Network Canada’s Family Cook Off. Magwood will appear on the Mobile Culinary Theatre on Friday, September 7th at 5:30pm and 7pm. Learn more here.

During the Festival, the Mobile Culinary Theatre will also host local chefs, including chefs from Niagara College’s Canadian Food and Wine Institute.  Watch http://www.niagarafoodfestival.com/mobile-culinary-theatre/

The Niagara Food Festival’s Mobile Culinary Theatre made its debut at the 2008 Festival. It is a 28′ x 15′ fully functional mobile demonstration kitchen outfitted with cameras, flat screen monitors and state-of-the-art appliances and equipment. It has hosted high-profile chefs at festivals and events across Ontario and beyond.

Currently in its 19th year, the Niagara Food Festival draws tens of thousands of visitors to Downtown Welland each year. Consistently rated among Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals and Events, the Peninsula’s Tastiest Party is a three-day event that features more than 30 food vendors from across southern Ontario, entertainment, a marketplace featuring local food producers, food-themed contests and top culinary talent on the Mobile Culinary Theatre. This year’s Festival runs September 7, 8 and 9. Further details are available online at www.niagarafoodfestival.com, on the Festival’s Facebook page or by following @niagarafoodfest on Twitter. This year’s Niagara Food Festival is presented in part by Niagara College.

The 2012 Niagara Food Festival will also feature high-profile entertainment on the main stage, including headliners These Kids Wear Crowns on Friday night (Niagara College Night) and renowned Rolling Stones tribute Hot Rocks on Saturday night. The full entertainment lineup is available online at http://www.niagarafoodfestival.com/entertainment/.

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LOCKE STREET FESTIVAL!!!

Hamilton, ON

Saturday, September 8, 2012

It's Locke Street, Locke Street, 

Get on down to Locke Street...

The Locke Street Festival is one of the best neighbourhood celebrations ever! 

Awesome music, food, artisans, vendors, & visitors!  

Easy to get to, easy to roam --- it's only 4 sweet city blocks long --- & jam-packed full of greatness! 

Maybe I'll see ya there! 

'til next time! 

Patti Zonta

Here's the info: 

Source: http://lockestreetshops.com/Locke_Street_Shops/Festival.html

Welcome to Locke St Festival Locke Street Festival is an annual event with stalls, live entertainment, food and everything you need for a fun-filled family day out. The 2012 Festival will be held on Saturday, September 8 , starting at 10:00am. Vendors ... ... browse the stall-holders and their locations. Entertainment ... ... check out what's happening on the entertainment front. Follow us ... ... on facebook or Google+. Get the latest news on what's happening at Locke Street Festival along with photos and much more. Gallery... ... to see what happened at previous festivals, check out The Gallery. Find Us ... ... where is Locke Street and how do I get there ? Be a Part of it ... ... for information on taking part in the festival, either as a stall holder or as part of the entertainment. Contact Us ... ... if you need more information about the festival.		Add caption Add caption

Dan Lanois! Feist! Emmylou Harris!  
Brian Blade! Sarah Harman! Missy Bauman! ... 
It's the Green Belt Harvest Picnic! 
Christie Lake, Saturday, Sept. 1!

PHOTO SOURCE, for the 7celebrity photos above:     http://www.harvestpicnic.ca/

http://www.harvestpicnic.ca/greenbelt-harvest-picnic-artist-lineup/order-of-appearance

Hi!


Ahhhhh!!!! This is Southern Ontario!  This is Canada's Golden Horseshoe!  This is WHY I call this blog, "They Don't Call It 'The Golden Horseshoe for Nuthin'!"

The area around Hamilton, Ontario is simply oozing with globally famous talent and the airwaves will be overwhelmed with their blessed sound this entire Labour Day weekend!


Food & Music! Music & Food! 
Both are Fab-tastic!  Both are Good!

'til next time! 
Patti Zonta



http://www.harvestpicnic.ca/greenbelt-harvest-picnic-artist-lineup/order-of-appearance

Event and Park Attractions

Greenbelt Harvest Picnic Attractions:

• Farmers Market
• Art Market
• Horticultural Workshops
• Food & Beverage Tents

Christie Lake Attractions:

• Fishing: fish ponds (fully stocked with rainbow trout just for the Greenbelt Harvest Picnic) or fish in Christie Lake

• Kids-Only Fishing Pond
• Swimming (unsupervised –no lifeguards)
• Disc Golf
• Hiking
• Canoeing
• Picnicking
• Barbequing (Bring your own Hibachi!); barbequing not permitted in performance field – check with security/park staff for details

World Famous Ribs & Music!

Hi!

If you're in Ontario's Golden Horseshoe area this Labour Day weekend, be sure to drop into Burlington for Canada's LARGEST Ribfest!!! 

http://www.canadaslargestribfest.com/about.php

The Food is utterly delicious (some recipes have been around since 1943)!, the view overlooking Lake Ontario is amazing!, & the entertainment exquisite! 

Mr. John Ellison, (whose song, "Some Kind of Wonderful", has been played over 30,000,000 times around the world!), will be performing as well as Mr. James Anthony, (whose music, ("Bad to the Bone") has been performed around the world also!).  Both of these gifted musicians live right here, in the Golden Horseshoe!

While you're reading this, why don'cha listen to Some Kind of Wonderful at the same time?  Here's the "You Tube" link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7B5jXYRy3Q


What better combination can anyone wish for --- feasts for the tummy and the ears! 

Food & Music! Music & Food!  
Both are Fantastic!  Both are Good! 

'Til next time! 
Patti Zonta

For complete info, check out the sites below:

http://www.canadaslargestribfest.com/

Come to Canada's Largest Ribfest!

Hello, and welcome to the official website for Canada's Largest Ribfest! Every year, Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, Ontario, welcomes people from all over the world to sample some of the best ribs from some of North America's top ribbers.

This year marked the 17th anniversary of Canada's Largest Ribfest, an event that the National Post has dubbed "the Superbowl of Ribfests."

In 2011, 152,000 people walked through the gates at Ribfest. Organized by the Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore, Canada’s Largest Ribfest is a community event that in the past 16 years, raised more than $2.3 million for local, national and international charities.

2012 HOURS OF OPERATION :

Friday August 31st : 11 am to 11 pm
Saturday September 1st : 11 am to 11 pm
Sunday September 2nd : 11 am to 11 pm
Monday September 3rd : 11 am to 8 pm

_{A charitable intiative Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore}Voir le site en français

http://www.canadaslargestribfest.com/events.php?page=entertainment

• Canada's Largest Ribfest Home
• Canada's Largest Ribfest Home
• Canada's Largest Ribfest About
• Canada's Largest Ribfest Event Listings
• Canada's Largest Ribfest Sponsorship
• Canada's Largest Ribfest Map / Location / Parking
• Contact the Ribfest Team

Entertainment Schedule

Every year, Canada's Largest Ribfest plays host to some of the region's top musical talent. This year will be no different. Below is the entertainment schedule for this year. For more information on each band or performer, click on the name to visit their website.

East Stage

Date	Times	Band
Fri, August 31	12:00 - 2:00	Brittany Brant
	2:30 - 4:30	The Nomads
	5:00 - 7:00	The Full Tilt
	7:30 - 9:00	Groove Corporation
	9:30 - 11:00	Derek Holt (founding member of the Climax Blues Band)
Sat, Sept 1	12:00 - 2:00	Tianna Woods
	2:30 - 4:30	Sarah & Jeff
	5:00 - 7:00	Powerhouse
	7:30 - 9:00	Stone River
	9:30 - 11:00	Jack de Keyzer
Sun, Sept 2	12:00 - 2:00	Stinky and the Hot Rodz
	2:30 - 4:30	Stacey Zegers
	5:00 - 7:00	Marshall Dane
	7:30 - 9:00	Soul Project
	9:30 - 11:00	Downchild
Mon, Sept 3	1:00 - 2:30	Jordan John & Blues Angels
	2:30	RIB JUDGING RESULTS
	3:00 - 5:00	Up Front
	5:30 - 7:30	Elton Rohn

West Stage

Date	Times	Band
Fri, August 31	5:30 - 8:00	Sharon Musgrave
	8:30 - 11:00	Harvest Moon
Sat, Sept 1	12:00 - 5:00	CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING click for complete list
	5:30 - 7:00	Motion Device
	7:30 - 9:00	Jim Italiano Band
	9:30 - 11:00	John Ellison
Sun, Sept 2	12:30 - 2:30	Kenny Bekendam
	3:00 - 5:30	Chris Chambers
	6:00 - 8:00	Hometown Roots
	8:30 - 11:00	Funkhaus
Mon, Sept 3	12:30 - 3:00	Wednesdays Engine
	3:30 - 6:00	James Anthony

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Sponsorship

Canada's Largest Ribfest in Burlington has become one of the leading community events in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Area. Started by the Rotary Club of Burlington Lakeshore in 1995, the event has become a memorable way of ending the lazy days of summer for many families. This year's event will be no different, featuring great music, a multitude of family activities, lots of open space for socializing, and of course, amazing ribs!

Being a part of Canada's Largest Ribfest gives your company a unique opportunity to be promoted to more than 175,000 people in a casual, fun manner and allows you to participate in one of the most significant community events in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Our extensive promotional campaign includes print, television and radio advertising, as well as highway signage and the distribution of 100,000 brochures throughout Burlington. Advertising with Canada's Largest Ribfest ensures your name will be highly visible throughout the month of August.

For more information on any of the many exciting opportunities available, please email us atsponsorship@canadaslargestribfest.com.

Toronto Glints Golden in Hamilton's Sunset...

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    Isn't this view amazing??? To those sceptics who believe this must be fire spewing from the factory spouts ---- You are WRONG!!!! That distant, shiny glow is TORONTO glinting golden as the sun sets over our fair cities --- This phenomenon is a common occurrence --- especially in summer.

    
    

     I shot this photo from atop the Hamilton escarpment. 

    
    

    "til next time, 

    Patti Zonta

    
    

    
    

    
    

JESSICA'S X-RAY  written by Pat Zonta; Illustrations by Clive Dobson

 http://www.fireflybooks.com/bookdetail&ean=9781552975787 

Have you read "Jessica's X-Ray" by Pat Zonta, (Firefly Books; 2002; 2006).

Hamilton, Ontario author with global exposure, (North America, South America, Europe, Great Britain, India, Australia, New Zealand,... !

"Jessica's X-Ray" is sold to audiences across the globe and has received excellent reviews in medical, educational, literary and general public sectors, (for instance Johns Hopkins Hospital, Toronto Sick Kids Hospital, Quill & Quire, Ontario Library Association, North American Montessori System, and more! It has also won a literary award for children's non-fiction!

"Jessica's X-Ray" is a quick, fun read --- geared to the 5 -10 year old set --- but intriguing for adults too. (As a matter of fact, one of the author's former English Lit. professors has placed "Jessica's X-Ray" on his coffee table for house guests to peruse.)

Locally, you can find "Jessica's X-Ray" at Coles, Chapters, in every school library and at the Hamilton Public Library. :-)

"Jessica's X-Ray" brings the invisible to light! Happy reading!

'til next time!

Patti Zonta

{author = one & the same  :-) }