FEBRUARY
February 13~14
BROME BEAUX ARTS
Chamber music concert. Invited artists: Magellan Ensemble.
On the programme: Haydn, Farrenc, Brahms.
Presented by Brome Beaux Arts at the Old Brick Church, West Brome.
Saturday: 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Information: 450-263-2346
February 13, 20, 27
WINTER LECTURE SERIES with Historian Jim Manson
Part Two: An Examination of the Social History of the Eastern Townships.
Presented by The Brome County Historical Society in the Old Court House,
15 St. Paul Road, Saturday at 1 p.m.
Information: 450-243-6782
February 14
SPECIAL VALENTINE'S DAY MOVIES
Join us For two tales of passionate, doomed love...
1:00 pm: Romeo and Juliet (Gounod).The Salzburg Mozarteum's stunning 2008 performance,
starring Rolando Villazon and Nino Machaidze in the title roles.
6:00 pm: La Bohème (Puccini).Robert Dornhelm's lush, feature-length cinematic version of this
beloved tale, with Rolando Villazon and Anna Netrebko.
Admission: $ 3 for one performance or (for true aficionados) $ 5 for both.
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
February 19
FRIDAY NIGHT at the OPERA: ERMIONE (ROSSINI)
The Music Lovers' Club presents opera on the giant screen. Enjoy the opera in surround sound
and deepen your appreciation of the art through bilingual commentary.
All are welcome! Starts at 6:30 pm. Entrance: $3 at the door.
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
February 19~20, 26~27
"LOVE BITES" by Laura Teasdale
The third in the "Love..." series of dinner theatre plays. A hilarious and musical evening, with a twist.
Presented by the Knowlton Players at the Knowlton Pub, 267 Knowlton Rd.
Tickets: 450-242-6862.
February 20
BROME LAKE WINTER FEST
Family fun in the fresh air, behind the Centre Lac-Brome starting at 1 pm.
- Games and mini-olympic events -Sledding - Snow painting
-Hockey, skating and broom-ball - Sleigh rides
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
February 26
FAMILY NIGHT at the MOVIES: WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE
Relax and enjoy a great night out! Our fully-equipped hall has a giant 9-foot screen, plush tiered seats and surround sound.
Popcorn and drinks are on sale so help us minimize the clean-up by not bringing food or drink from outside.
5 p.m. in French; 7 p.m. in English. Ticket: $5 $/person. Popcorn and.or drink: $1 each.
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
MARCH
March 1
Canadian Club meeting with guest speaker Donald Davison - Banker, Author, Historian, Music Man.
His topic: « Ready, Aimed ... Missed !»
Non-members may attend this meeting for a $10.00 entrance fee.
2 p.m. at Auberge West Brome, 128 Route 139, West Brome. 450-266-7552.
March 5~6
"LOVE BITES" by Laura Teasdale
The third in the "Love..." series of dinner theatre plays. A hilarious and musical evening, with a twist.
Presented by the Knowlton Players at the Knowlton Pub, 267 Knowlton Rd.
Tickets: 450-242-6862.
March 13
AN INTIMATE EVENING of CELTIC MUSIC and GAELIC SONG
Featuring: Maeve Mackinnon, Award-winning Gaelic Singer from Scotland.
A truly stunning voice, achingly beautiful
– The Herald (Scotland), January 2008.
Opening Act: Celtic Duo, Dave Gossage, master flute player and multi-
instrumentalist with Michael Ayles, singer/guitarist. Showtime: 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $18 in advance, $23 at the door (one hour prior, if available). Call 450-292-3456, ext. 228/226
or buy online from the Montreal Celtic Festival.
Presented by The Montreal Celtic Festival Foundation at Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
March 13
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY DINNER
This fourth annual dinner celebrates Successful Women Entrepreneurs...Patti Larose-Mason
and Annette Blanco, The Panier Champêtre; Lucy Hoblyn, Brome Lake Books and Janet Fraser, Café Floral.
Tickets are $50.00 with proceeds to youth projects in the area. Call Lois Hardacker or Marilyn Hunter at 450-242-2000,
Donna Coates at 450-242-2548 (evening) or Susan Burbank at 450-243-0530 (evening).
The event starts at 6:00 p.m., dinner to be served at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Yamaska Valley Optimist Club at the Lakeview Inn, 50 Victoria St.
March 13~14
BROME BEAUX ARTS
Chamber music concert. Invited artists: Quatuor Arthur-Leblanc.
On the programme: All Schumann.
Presented by Brome Beaux Arts at the Old Brick Church, West Brome.
Saturday: 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Information: 450-263-2346
March 19
FRIDAY NIGHT at the OPERA: THE PEARL FISHERS (BIZET)
The Music Lovers' Club presents opera on the giant screen. Enjoy the opera in surround sound
and deepen your appreciation of the art through bilingual commentary.
All are welcome! Starts at 6:30 pm. Entrance: $3 at the door.
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
27 mars
In March 2009, hundreds of millions of people took part in the third Earth Hour. Over 4000 cities in 88 countries
officially switched off to pledge their support for the planet, making Earth Hour 2009 the world's largest global climate
change initiative. This year, people across the world from all walks of life will turn off their lights for one hour
between 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. to join together in celebration and contemplation of the one thing we all have in common, our planet.
Gather in Coldbrook Park on March 27 at 8:30 p.m. with a candle and celebrate Brome Lake's first Earth Hour with your friends.
Supporters of this initiative: www.KnowltonQuebec.ca, Town of Brome Lake, Renaissance Lac Brome.
For more imformation, send an e-mail to: contact@knowltonquebec.ca
March 29
HEALTH AND INNER HARMONY WORKSHOP
The workshop, Creating Harmony in Ourselves and the World: See What is Possible, faciliated by
Dr. Vivien Muir, is a wonderful opportunity to significantly improve one's own level of harmony and
health. The result is a gentle tuning-up of the nervous system, essential of mental, emotional and
physical well-being. All are welcome. Cost: $40.00 Time: 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more info: The Muir Clinic.
This fundraising workshop to be held for and at the Creek United Church, Brill Road, West Bolton.
March 29
COMMUNITY CENTER ANNUAL MEETING
Please join us to learn more about the our activities and to hear our plans for next year.
There will be an opportunity for questions and comments and light refreshments will be served.
7:00 p.m. at the Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
JULY
Every Saturday
FARMERS' MARKET
Open every Saturday until October 9th, 2010; 8 am to 1 pm.
Local producers offer fruits, flowers, vegetables, meat, cheeses, breads and baked goods.
On Maple Street in downtown Knowlton. Welcome to a taste of the country.
July 1 (Rain Date: July 2)
CANADA DAY
Activities for the whole family. Fireworks at dusk.
Lion's Park. Centre Road. More Information.
July 1 ~ September 5
SUMMER MUSIC SERIES 2010
The Chamber of Commerce of Brome Lake and its partners are pleased to present the first edition
of The Summer Music Series, a tribute to music lovers of the Eastern Townships.
Actvities and shows in the heart of Knowlton.
For the schedule of events and more information, visit the web site or telephone 450-242-2870.
July 1, 7, 8, 16, 22, 24, 28
TWO COMEDIES by JOHN MORTIMER
In The Dock Brief, the incompetent barrister Morganhall is asked to represent the lugubrious Mr Fole,
who confesses to murdering his jovial wife. In Edwin, retired High Court Judge, Fennimore Trusott can't break
the habit of trying as many people as he can, with humourous consequences.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
July 2~3
A Classical Music WeekEnd.
FRIDAY, JULY 2: Daniel Taylor, the renowned Contra Tenor, in concert.
SATURDAY, JULY 3: Henry Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas", one of the first and some say greatest operas
written in the English language. Performed by the Young Artists of the Theatre of Early Music and
directed by Daniel Taylor and accompanied by a quartet, harpsichord and lute ensemble.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
July 4
The North American Masters Road Championships are on the road July 2, 3, 4.
This 27th edition comprises 4 stages over 3 days. Passing through Knowlton the 4th of July.
More info: 450-538-5808 ou coupedesameriques@hotmail.com
July 9, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21, 23, 29
"SHAKESPEARE'S WILL"
By Vern Thiessen. Featuring Mary Harvey
A play with music and dance that sheds light on unexplored aspects of Anne Hathaway's life by looking
through the eyes and heart of the woman who spent a lifetime with and without the great poet.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
July 10~18
Come celebrate the 22nd edition of the Tour des Arts in the beautiful Eastern Townships and
meet 40 artists and artisans in their studios. Studio tour and sale in Sutton, Abercorn,
Mansonville, Bolton and Knowlton. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
Information: Knowlton 450-242-2870; Sutton 1-877-565-8455.
July 14
HOUSE and GARDEN TOUR
Visit 5 exceptional houses ~ be inspired with new ideas in garden and home design and enjoy
the beautiful countryside of the Eastern Townships of Quebec. Tickets for this self-guided tour are $50.00
including a box lunch or $10 voucher valid at many of the fine restaurants in Knowlton.
Proceeds go to Theatre Lac Brome. For more information and tickets: 450-242-1395.
July 15
THURSDAY NIGHT at the OPERA: LA FORZA DEL DESTINO (VERDI)
The Music Lovers' Club presents opera on the giant screen. Enjoy the opera in surround sound
and deepen your appreciation of the art through bilingual commentary.
All are welcome! Starts at 6:30 pm. Entrance: $3 at the door.
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
July 17~18
KNOWLTON WORDFEST
An annual literary festival with writers, poets and performance artists.
English writers include Louise Penny, Louise Abbott, Richard Scrimger,
A.F. Moritz,
Susan Briscoe, Sharon Kirsch, Jim Napier and Brian Busby.
French writers are Francine Ruel and Johanne Seymour.
For the compete schedule: Click KNOWLTON READS.
July 17
PENGUIN PARTY
Join the fun and celebrate Penguin Publishing's 75th anniversary.
Stories, prizes, cake and a special visit from some of Penguins most beloved characters!
4 pm at Brome Lake Books, 264 Knowlton Rd., 450-242-2242.
July 17~18
BIG BOOK SALE
Used books at the best prices you've ever seen. Held on the Library lawn, all proceeds from
this annual Book Sale go to the Library. Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pettes Memorial Library, 276 Knowlton Rd. 450-243-6128
July 18
ANTIQUE & CRAFTS MARKET
On the B.C.H.S. Museum grounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: 450-243-6782.
July 21
CONCERT: ORFORD ON THE ROAD
Presented by the Orford Arts Centre, the "Orford on the Road" Concert Series presents
the amazing talents of the Academy's finest international students, bringing the
beauty of music into the community. Admission is free. Sponsored by Brome Lake Ducks.
8 p.m. at the Knowlton United Church, 234 Knowlton Road.
July 29
WINE AND CHEESE
Fundraiser for the Brome County Historical Society.
Wine, cheese and art auction . Tickets: $40 with a $25 tax receipt.
5 to 7 pm on the Museum lawn. Info: 450-243-6782.
July 30~31
NOEL COWARD'S DUET in TWO KEYS
Written as his personal farewell and Swan Song to the London stage these two plays, Shadows of the Evening
and Come into the Garden, Maud demonstrate Cowards knack for illuminating the human condition with style.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
July 31
OPENING NIGHT PARTY and PERFORMANCE
Enjoy dinner, drinks and the opening night of Noel Coward's Duet in Two Keys.
Tickets are $ 85.00 per person and early reservations are recommended.
(Admission includes a $25 tax deductible receipt.)
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
July 31
TEA PARTY FOR ANIMALS
Join us for the 4th Annual Fundraising Tea to benefit the SPCA Montérégie.
From 3 pm to 5 pm. For more information, contact teapartyforanimals@gmail.com
July 31
For your visual pleasure.
Come and meet two of the Gallery's exceptional artists between 2 pm and 5 pm...
Alain Massicotte, painter and Louis St-Cyr, sculpter.
Galerie Knowlton, 49 Victoria. 450-242-1666.
AUGUST
Every Saturday
FARMERS' MARKET
Open every Saturday until October 9th, 2010; 8 am to 1 pm.
Local producers offer fruits, flowers, vegetables, meat, cheeses, breads and baked goods.
On Maple Street in downtown Knowlton. Welcome to a taste of the country.
August 1 ~ September 5
SUMMER MUSIC SERIES 2010
The Chamber of Commerce of Brome Lake and its partners are pleased to present the first edition
of The Summer Music Series, a tribute to music lovers of the Eastern Townships.
Actvities and shows in the heart of Knowlton.
For the schedule of events and more information, visit the web site or telephone 450-242-2870.
August 4, 5, 7, 11, 14, 19, 20
NOEL COWARD'S DUET in TWO KEYS
Written as his personal farewell and Swan Song to the London stage these two plays, Shadows of the Evening
and Come into the Garden, Maud demonstrate Cowards knack for illuminating the human condition with style.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
August 6, 13, 18 & 21
"SHAKESPEARE'S WILL"
By Vern Thiessen. Featuring Mary Harvey
A play with music and dance that sheds light on unexplored aspects of Anne Hathaway's life by looking
through the eyes and heart of the woman who spent a lifetime with and without the great poet.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
August 7
For your visual pleasure.
Come and meet two of the Gallery's exceptional artists between 2 pm and 5 pm...
Farruggello, painter and Marcelin Fortin, sculpter.
Galerie Knowlton, 49 Victoria. 450-242-1666.
August 7~8
Luscious new paintings for her Knowlton Summer Show.
Champagne reception: Saturday from 4 to 6 pm.
Show open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Centennial Building, B.C.H.S. Museum, 130 Lakeside Rd.
Info: 450-243-6782
August 7
1st ANNUAL IRON HORSE GYMKHANA SHOWDOWN
Final in a series of 3 shows (Bedford: June 5, Ayer's Cliff: July 17). Five events: Poles, Keyhole,
Barrels, Flags and Dash. $15,000 in prize money if 50 horse field is met.
Brome Fair annual BBQ will
be held as well.
Brome Fairgrounds, Stagecoach Road, Brome.Info: John or Tammy Boomhower 450-248-3162.
August 7, 12, 14, 21
TWO COMEDIES by JOHN MORTIMER
In The Dock Brief, the incompetent barrister Morganhall is asked to represent the lugubrious Mr Fole,
who confesses to murdering his jovial wife. In Edwin, retired High Court Judge, Fennimore Trusott can't break
the habit of trying as many people as he can, with humourous consequences.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
August 9
CONCERT: ORFORD ON THE ROAD
Presented by the Orford Arts Centre, the "Orford on the Road" Concert Series presents
the amazing talents of the Academy's finest international students, bringing the
beauty of music into the community. Admission is free. Sponsored by Knowlton Packaging.
8 p.m. at the Knowlton United Church, 234 Knowlton Road.
August 14
BARN DANCE Hee, Haw !
BBQ, corn roast, bonfire, music.
Hosted bt the Optimiste Club of the Yamaska Valley, to benefit the
annual Breast Cancer Walk. $20 adult; $5 children.
Tickets: Louise Gélinas 450-243-5317 or Susan Burbank 450-243-0530.
6 pm at Heritage Farm, 217 Iron Hill Road, Lac Brome.
August 14~15
For your visual pleasure.
Exhibition with Marie-Danielle Leblanc, painter and Tatiana Vollborth,
jewellery designer,
Saturday from 2 pm to 5 pm.
Vernissage with Helga Loverseed, journalist and photographer... see her photos and her new book,
"Global Faces - Global Places", Saturday from 5 pm to 7 pm. Jewellery designer Tatiana Volborth
will also be present. The exhibition continues Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm.
Galerie Knowlton, 49 Victoria Street. 450-242-1666
August 14~15
EXHIBITION AND PRIVATE SHOWING
Michel Gamache, painter and Hèléne Dagenais, sculptor.
Private showing: Saturday, August 12 from 5pm to 10 pm.
Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
Centennial Building, B.C.H.S. Museum, 130 Lakeside Rd.
Info: 450-243-6782
August 14~15
BROME BEAUX ARTS
Chamber music concert. Invited artists: Quatuor Franz Joseph
avec Mark Simons and Luc Beauséjour.
On the programme: Benda, Rigel, Haydn and Mozart.
Presented by Brome Beaux Arts at the Old Brick Church, West Brome.
Saturday: 8:00 p.m.; Sunday: 11:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Information: 450-263-2346
August 15
ANTIQUE & CRAFTS MARKET
On the B.C.H.S. Museum grounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: 450-243-6782.
August 19
THURSDAY NIGHT at the OPERA: NABUCCO (VERDI)
The Music Lovers' Club presents opera on the giant screen. Enjoy the opera in surround sound
and deepen your appreciation of the art through bilingual commentary.
All are welcome! Starts at 6:30 pm. Entrance: $3 at the door.
Brome Lake Community Center, 270 Victoria St. 450-242-2020.
August 21~22
LIBBEY GRIFFITH Painting Exhibition
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Centennial Building, B.C.H.S. Museum, 130 Lakeside Rd.
Info: 450-243-6782
August 21~29
Mont Echo Naturels will be hosting the first Sea Buckthorn Harvest Festival to celebrate the harvesting
of our Sea Buckthorn fruit. Spa treatments, orchard tours, specials offers and tastings, specials menus
at selected village restaurants, Visit www.mont.echo.com to learn more and to book an appointment.
August 21
For your visual pleasure.
Come and meet three of the Gallery's exceptional artists between 2 pm and 5 pm...
Daniel Gautier and Robert Roy, painters and Michel Fortin, sculpter.
Galerie Knowlton, 49 Victoria. 450-242-1666.
August 24, 25, 26
"HANK WILLIAM'S: THE SHOW HE NEVER GAVE"
By Maynard Collins. Featuring Ralph Steiner.
Back by popular demand. With a live musical ensemble, the production recounts
the short life
of the great country song-writer and singer.
Tickets & info: 450-242-2270. Theatre Lac Brome, 9 Mont Echo.
August 28
For your visual pleasure.
Come and meet three of the Gallery's exceptional artists between 2 pm and 5 pm...
Pauline Boudreau and Richard Bélanger, painters and Gislène L'Oranger, sculptor.
Galerie Knowlton, 49 Victoria. 450-242-1666.