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Summertime and the living is easy

DIANE HUNTER diane.hunter@eap.on.ca

heat in the cool water of the Ottawa River. It’s also a great way to tucker out the little ones. The splash pads in Cadieux Park on Kit- chener Street and Larocque Park on Abbot Street, as well as the Wade Pool in Old Mill Park on James Street, is another way to keep cool and enjoy warm summer days. There is also a splash pad in Mill Park next to the arena in Vankleek Hill. Most local libraries carry

After enduring a harshwinter and a pretty wet spring, the long lazy days of summer are upon us.The sun is shining, people are smiling, and summer festivals are crowded. For those who are not going on some exo- tic vacation this summer, there is plenty to

do nearby. Fromcamping, to weekend getaways, picnics in the park, and entertainment a little closer to home, there is something for everyone. Ontario’s provincial parks

free museum passes for its members, giving people the opportunity to visit some of the finest museums in the nation’s capital. The library also offers plenty of summer time events, from star gazing to book clubs. The Royal Canadian Le- gion has dances with live music from local artists, and cultural and community centres usually have events such as dancing and works- hops going on throughout the summer. The Arbor Gallery in

are full of fun things to do, and we have one very close by. From a simple day trip to the beach to an overnight stay, provincial parks give visitors a chance to get away from it all. Some of Ontario’s provincial campgrounds of- fer roofed accommodations for those that aren’t too keen on sleeping in a tent. From cabins to yurts, it’s worth taking a look and experience a night sky with too many stars to count. For those who are pocket conscious, there is a lot to do this summer for little to no cost. A family picnic is always a great way to get out of the house and enjoy some of Ontario’s beautiful shorelines and parks.The L’Orignal Beach is a wonderful place to bring the kids, pack a picnic and cool off from the summer

The L’Orignal beach is a great place to have a picnic, cool off, and spend a warm summer day

water from themany spectacular fountains throughout. Skelly Gallery in Ste-Eugène is open on weekends, showing off their many sculptures in memory of Philippa Lesniak. For a short drive, Upper Canada Village is a step back in time giving guests a glimpse into life in the 1800s. From blacksmiths to homemade bread, visiting the village is a day to remember. If you don’t mind driving a little further, La Ronde has a full day of

rides for kids of all ages. To keep cool in the summer heat, there are several water parks just about an hour’s drive from Hawkes- bury, in Ottawa, St-Sauveur and Limoges, to name a few. And, of course, there are many golf courses throughout Prescott and Russell for the golf lover. Prices are reasonable, grounds are green and, on a sunny day, time stands still.

Vankleek Hill offers exhibitions, music and performances. The Macdonell-Williamson House in Chute-à-Blondeau has a full sum- mer program to offer visitors. The Pioneer Museum in Dunvegan offers workshops, fairs, and lots of historical artifacts for guests to enjoy. Sherer Gardens inDalkeith is open every Sunday to sit, enjoy nature and the sound of

Confederation park in Hawkesbury is a great place to have a family picnic, watch the boats go by, and enjoy a sunfilled day.

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