Summer is coming to a close and that means Art by the River is back for the 58th time. One hundred and seventy artists and artisans (including food vendors, local authors, and entertainers) will take over the beautiful grounds of Fort Malden.
Weather permitting, almost 10,000 visitors are expected to enjoy this annual event. Not only does it shine a light on the Fort, but it also brings many visitors to enjoy Open Air and Amherstburg. The Gibson Gallery is the original anchor to Amherstburg’s growing arts’ scene. Running an art gallery today is very challenging. The gallery needs the proceeds of the Art by the River event to afford all it does during the other 51 weeks of the year. So enjoy a great weekend while you are helping two things that help Make Amherstburg Great.
WHAT MAKES AMHERSTBURG GREAT: NEXT UP
Next week, one of Ontario’s best award-winning events will close for another year. Only fitting that we will salute another great year of Open Air.
LAST CALL: ROSE CITY WRITERS WORKSHOP
Our next workshop will be on Thursday, August 27th. The event is from 6:30-8:00, and tickets are open to the public for $15, or $10 for RCW members. For tickets, click here!
About the Workshop
Learn how to write short stories from award-winning horror novelist C.M. Forest and sci-fi specialist Ben Van Dongen. Together, this dream team is going to go over everything from initial concept creation all the way to publication. Perfect for those just starting out or experienced writers looking to hone their craft.
MEET CLIFFORD THE DOG: SAT & SUN
It's the DOG days of SUMMER! This Saturday, August 29th and Sunday, August 30th, River Bookshop has a BIG story time guest!
Clifford the Big Red Dog is visiting us to meet our Story Time Guests and to share a few of his favourite Clifford Tales! CLIFFORD will join us at 11AM on SATURDAY AND SUNDAY!
OPEN AIR AMHERSTBURG WELCOMES LATIN FEST
Weekend schedule of events:
FRIDAY
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5:00PM – 9:00PM: Vendor Market & Crafts
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5:00PM – 6:00PM: Iryna Draganova
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6:00PM – 7:00PM: Art of Dance
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7:00PM – 10:00PM: Sabor Latino Band
SATURDAY
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12:00PM – 8:00PM: Vendor Market & Crafts
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1:00PM – 1:50PM: Iryna Draganova
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2:10PM – 3PM: Candela Latin Band
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2:00PM: Guided Historical Tour
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4:00PM – 5:00PM: Maxei Cultural Group
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5:00PM – 6:00PM: Art of Dance
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7:00PM – 10:00PM: Sabor Latino Band
SUNDAY
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10:00AM: Yoga in the Park
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12:00PM – 6:00PM: Vendor Market & Crafts
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1:00PM – 2:00PM: Art of Dance
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2:00PM – 3:00PM: Maxei Cultural Group
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3:00PM – 6:00PM: Sabor Latino Band
SAVE THE DATE, SEPT 26TH: BOOKS AVAILABLE NOW
Join us Saturday, September 26th at 2PM in the Art Alley for a special event with Maurice Switzer! Maurice will be visiting town to talk to us about his book Sons of Tecumseh. Also featuring a special guest, Indigenous artist Naomi Peters!
The book is fiction rooted in fact, deeply researched, and highly educational. Switzer will be here as part of our town's recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and we're very lucky to have him. Hope you can join us! Books are available at River Bookshop. Stop in or shop online. Click here!
CALLING ALL ROMANTASY FANS: SAVE THE DATE, SEP 29TH
For our Books in the 'Burg meetups in September, local author Elly Blake is joining us to discuss her book The Forest King's Daughter. All are welcome, even if you're not a member! We'll meet Sep. 29th to discuss the book. Books are available at 15% off to members.
Visit us in store or email us to inquire about joining. The meet up will begin at 7PM, upstairs in the Hole in the Wall, and offered on Zoom as well. Refreshments and snacks will be provided.
So much to see and do in Amherstburg!
We hope to see you downtown this weekend.
The River Bookshop Team