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Savour the best of summer this month right across Durham Region! Read on to find out what's happening this month in your community, and find even more events by visiting the Durham Tourism events calendar.
Be sure to practise sun safety while enjoying all that Durham Region has to offer in its great outdoors.
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A local summer favourite, Driftwood Theatre Group's Bus Tour presents Shakespeare's masterpiece, "The Tempest," on Aug. 12 at 7:30 p.m., located at Celebration Square in Whitby. This is a story of magic, power and forgiveness told in Driftwood's signature style-blending movement, song, puppetry and classic storytelling. Admission is pay what you can.
Photo by David Spowart
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AUTOFEST 2014
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Get your engines revving and head down to Oshawa's annual Autofest, to check out more than 1,400 Hot Rods and special interest vehicles. This year, there's also a special exhibit of Mustangs. Make it a day that's fun for the entire family by enjoying the many different children's activities. Autofest begins with a kick-off party in downtown Oshawa on Aug.22, and the fun continues until Aug.24.
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BLACKSTOCK FAIR
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It's that time of year again! Bring the family out on Aug. 23 for the Blackstock Fair. The entire family will enjoy the opening parade, livestock shows, petting zoo, music, food, and so much more. And, on Aug. 22, be sure to check out the Garden Tractor Pull and Demolition Derby.
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Support the United Way of Durham Region on Aug. 24 for the Gran Fondo charity ride. Choose from a full range of 60 to 160 kilometre courses for cyclists of every level. Make a day of it and enjoy a lunch after the ride, and even a massage. Your ride supports more than 45 agencies and 250 programs in our community. Check out ride4unitedway.com for more information, or to register for the event.
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THE TASTE OF AJAX
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Delicious! On Aug. 9, Rotary Park transforms into the Taste of Ajax where guests can savour flavours from local restaurants, while enjoying live entertainment, activities and community displays. Admission is free with nominal fees for food, beverages and some activities.
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Grab a coffee and get ready to shop the night away! August Moonlight Madness features great sales at unique shops in Historic Downtown Bowmanville, plus live street entertainment, buskers, street food vendors, and much more. Enjoy a night of shopping and mingling on Aug. 15, and watch the streets of Bowmanville come alive with entertainment, shoppers and a variety of food vendors.
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Getting hungry? You're in luck! Brock's Big Bite 2014 is serving up another great menu of food and fun for the whole family. This year, enjoy a night of scrumptious food at the first Nite Bite Gala event and get primed for the next day foodie adventure. Make a road trip up to Beaverton, on beautiful Lake Simcoe on Aug. 10, for delectable fresh food -- plus art, music, agricultural displays, and more.
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5TH ANNUAL FARMERS OF UXBRIDGE
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Farmers feed cities! Meet your local farmers, and learn about the farming industry at the 5th Annual Farmers of Uxbridge at the Uxbridge Arena on Aug. 21. Meet more than 30 local farmers who produce honey, sheep cheese, wine, dairy, beef, pork, lamb, duck, fresh fruit and produce.
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Aug. 24
Ride4UnitedWay
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, Bowmanville
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Browse through the Durham Tourism 2014 events calendar for a full listing of community events. Durham is brimming with exciting attractions and events--from live music, art exhibitions, festivals and sporting events, there's something for everyone.
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For more information on what's happening in Durham Region visit www.durhamtourism.ca. Check out the events calendar, the Explore Durham blog and links to social media.
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 Gear up and explore Durham Region's beautiful landscape by bike! From the Waterfront Trail to the rolling hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine, Durham Region offers excellent routes for cyclists of all ages. Visit www.durhamtourism.ca for more information.
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For unique trip ideas or to plan your perfect day, visit www.durhamtourism.ca or call 1-800-413-0017 For more information, please contact [email protected]
The Regional Municipality of Durham, 605 Rossland Rd. E., Level 5, PO Box 623, Whitby, ON, L1N 6A3
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