Here are a few shots of the Fireworks from 2009 International Festival
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2009 Fireworks Pictures
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009International Festival Videos
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009International Homecoming Festival 2009 Parade Calais/St.Stephen. This year included things for the bi-centennial of Calais – 200th Birthday. There was lots of great events and here is some highlights from the parade.
This is the video clip of the Antique, Classic cars in the parade from St. Stephen and Calais Maine. St. Croix Valley International Antique & Classic Car Show
Now that the Events are over
Monday, August 10th, 2009We are looking for pictures, or you have video on you tube send us the link so that we can build out the events to show off the great experience Calais had to offer.
Also if there are other events coming up please let us know so that we can get them added, we will be continuing with the website to deliver more information for tourists and local residents. Such as things to do and more so if you know of something that people would like to know about please contact us so we can get the information online.
Thanks
Calais Events
Sunday, August 9
Friday, August 7th, 200911:00 AM CAN
10th Annual Old Town Tavern Motorcycle Island Hop 3rd Annual Teddy Bear Run for Charlotte County Hospital. Registration is at the Old Town Tavern. All bikers welcome.
Contact: Donna Siefert (506)466-4646
1:00 PM CAN
International Horsepull on the St Stephen waterfront at the Budd Avenue area.
Contact:Amber Leavitt(506)466-1825
2:00 PM US
International Raft Race starts at the Ferry Point Bridge. Teams try to come up with the wackiest “human-powered” craft. They don’t have to be pretty-jUSt float!
Contact Chris Bernardini(207)454-0320
4:00 PM US
The Great Ducky Race on the St. Croix River between the bridges. Finish line behind Hardwicke’s Store. Cash prizes. Proceeds benefit Washington Co. Big Brothers and Big Sister.
Contact: Kim Berry (207)255-3391
4:00 PM US
Calais Rotary Sunday Funday Concert at the triangle in downtown Calais. Sponsored by the Calais Rotary Club. Contact: Carl Royer (207)454-8077
6:30PM CAN
Summersong at the St. Stephen Town Square. Local entertainers – always a popular event! Presented by RBC-Royal Bank.
Contact:(506)466-7407
8:30 PM US
Fireworks Show over the St. Croix River. A great view from either country! So find a comfortable spot and get ready to ooh and aah with another great show by Central Maine Pyrotechnics. The perfect way to end the festival. Sponsored by the International Festival
Committee. Donations during Fireworks appreciated.
Contact: Marilyn Bernardini (207)454-2285
Saturday, August 8
Thursday, August 6th, 2009See Saturday, Aug. 1 for “week-long events”
7:00 AM US
Cow Patti Breakfast at the St. Croix Masonic Hall, Calais Ave. Not to worry – they don’t really serve cow patties! A pancake breakfast sponsored by Orion Star Club of OES.
Contact: Nina Crossman (207)454-2295
8:00 AM US
Cow Patti Bingo in back of the St. Croix Masonic Hall, Calais. “Buy” a plot of land and if the cow leaves a patti on your square, you win $500.00. “Deeds”are $5 each.
Contact: Nina Crossman (207)454-2295
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM US
Calais Street Fair, entertainment, vendors, something for everyone! Booth rentals benefit St. Croix Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Contact: Neil Lane (207)454-2308
8:00 AM US
Children’s Road Race at the DiCenzo Athletic Complex, Calais.
Contact: John Rogers (207)454-2761
9:00-4:00 PM US
USed Book Sale at old Mr. Paperback Building (Main Street). Thousands of new and USed books. Sponsored by the Calais Free Library and the Friends of the Calais Free Library.
Contact: Marilyn Soteriels (207)454-2758
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM US
Arts and Crafts Fair on the Green at the triangle, downtown Calais. Artisans and Crafters CAN rent a space. Sponsored by the International Homecoming Festival.
Contact: Tracy DeWitt (207)214-5533
9:00 AM US
“One of a Kind” International 5 mile Road Race starts at Main Street Park, Calais. Measured road race on both sides of the border. Pre-registration at 8 a.m. Sponsored by Johnson’s TrueValue.
Contact: John Rogers (207)454-2761
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM US
Holmes Cottage Museum open to the public for tours. Old time crafts on display as well as Homestead Antique and collectible sale.
Contact: Fred Becker (207)454-3695
10:00 AM-2:00 PM US
Old Yearbook Sale on Main Street in front of Bernardini’s Restaurant. Lots of leftover Calais High School Yearbooks, some dating back to 1980. Proceeds to benefit Calais High School Class of 2010.
Contact:Lori Ellis (207)214-9322
12:00 PM US
36th Annual International Homecoming Festival Parade starts at Johnson’s True Value parking lot in Calais. Sponsored by the International Festival Committee and the St. Stephen Lions Club.
Contact: Bob Brown (506)466-4160
AFTER Parade US
Worship in the Park at the triangle, downtown Calais. Zion HoUSe of Worship will be hosting an afternoon of contemporary Praise and Worship mUSic. “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord” – Psalm 150:6.
Contact: Tracy Dewitt (207)214-5533
Calais Lioness Superdraw on Main St., Calais. Buy tickets all day to win great prizes… the prizes get better every year! Winners Draw at 2 p.m.
Contact: Lorraine Mitchell (207)454-7587
Calais Lions Club Auction starts after the parade on Main St., Calais. The thrill of an auction and the chance to win some great prizes and help out a local organization.
Contact: Sheridan Smith (207)454-0720
2:00 PM CAN
The Old Town Tavern presents live entertainment on the deck. Kathy and Joe from 2-6 p.m. and Mike Chase Band from 7-11p.m.
Contact: Donna Siefert (506)466-4646
2:00 PM US
195th Army Band Concert at Memorial Park. Calais Bicentennial Celebrations.
Contact:(207)454-3695
2:00 PM US
Hightower Garden & Cabaret (formerly known as The Schooner Pub). Located at the back of Hightower Steak HoUSe. D.J…. Contact: Linsey Hightower (207)454-8055
3:00 PM US
Calais Skateboard Park Competition. Beside the DiCenzo Athletic Park. For all ages to come and learn to skateboard or show off your talents to others. Raffles and Prizes.
Contact: Randy McCormick (207)454-3085
6:00 PM US
TownhoUSe Festival Deck Party sponsored by the TownhoUSe Restaurant. Live band and D.J.
Contact: Phil Tinker (207)454-8021
Friday, August 7
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009See Saturday, Aug. 1 for “week-long events”
2:00PM CAN
Rock Skipping Contest on the St. Stephen waterfront at the boat launch area. Sponsored by the International Festival Committee. Ages 12 and under. Prizes!
Contact:Alison Estey (506)466-7407. NOTE: Boat launch closed to public from 2-3 p.m.
5:00 PM US
Hightower Garden & Cabaret featuring local entertainment Located at the back of Hightower Steak HoUSe.
Contact: Linsey Hightower (207)454-8055
6:00 PM US
Basketball Game – Come see the Calais Blue Devils take on the Alumni of past years at the Calais High School Gym. Admission is $4.00/adults and $2.00/students. Proceeds to benefit local charities.
Contact: Chris Taylor(207)454-2312
6:00 PM US
TownhoUSe Festival Deck Party sponsored by the TownhoUSe Restaurant. Live band and D.J.
Contact: Phil Tinker (207)454-8021
7:00 – 11:00 PM CAN
8th Annual Miss Budweiser Bikini Contest & live entertainment presented by The Old Town Tavern. Band: Free Trade.
Contact: Donna Siefert (506)466-4646
Thursday, August 6
Tuesday, August 4th, 2009See Saturday, Aug. 1 for “week-long events”
4:00-6:00PM US
Children’s Peanut Fair at the Calais Elementary School. Sponsored by the Calais Regional Hospital. (Weather permitting) Please listen to WQDY for CANcellations. Games and prizes for all! Contact: JUStis Smith (207)952-0597
4:00-6:00 PM US
The Doll HoUSe sponsored by Calais Regional Hospital. A “doctor” and “nurse”will provide emergency care for all sick dolls and stuffed animals. Next to Peanut Fair.
Contact: DeeDee Travis (207)454-7521
5:00 PM US
International Supper at the First Congregational Church on Calais Avenue.
Contact: Jane Eaton
(207)454-2812
6:00 PM CAN
St Stephen Curling Club Lobster Dinner at the curling club St Stephen.Advance tickets only-100 TICKETS AVAILABLE. Tickets on sale at Stuarts and Milltown Irving..
Contact:Crystal Burgess(506)662-8752 or (506)662-5673
6:30 PM CAN
Summer MUSical Concert Series at the St. Stephen Town Square featuring “Passin’ Thru”. Sponsored by A & W and The Wool Emporium.
Contact:Alison Estey (506)466-7407
7:00 PM US
Concert in the Park at the triangle, downtown Calais. Travis James Humphrey Band presented by the St. Croix Valley Chamber of Commerce and WQDY Classic Hits. Sponsored by Calais Savings, a division of Gardiner Savings Institution.
Contact: Neil Lane (207)454-2308
Wednesday, August 5
Monday, August 3rd, 2009See Saturday, Aug. 1 for “week-long events”
7:00 PM CAN
Kids Dog Show, ages 5-12, beside the St. Stephen Town Square on the lawn. Categories include costume and trick. MUSt be accompanied by an adult, with dog on leash and vaccinated. Contact: St. Croix Kennel
Club-Ann Lord (506)466-2922
8:00 – 11:00 PM US
Street Dance with Jamie Bohannon, D.J.behind the Calais City Building, sponsored by the Calais Fire Department Assoc. For kids of all ages!!
Contact: Kevin Ingersoll (207)454-7400
Tuesday, August 4
Sunday, August 2nd, 2009See Saturday, Aug. 1 for “week-long events”
10AM-2 PM US
Calais Observatory Seminar and displays at the Holmestead. Calais Bicentennial Celebrations.
Contact:(207)454-3695
7:00 PM CAN
Dooly’s 8th Annual Molson Pool Tournament. Cash and other prizes to be won. $10.00 entry fee.
Contact: Dooly’s (506)465-7665
4:00 PM US
Dedication of Meridian Park. Calais Bicentennial Celebrations.
Contact:(207)454-3695
6:30 PM US
Concert in the park at the Town Triangle Park in Calais
Contact: Britani (207)454-8277
Monday, August 3
Saturday, August 1st, 2009See Saturday, Aug. 1 for “week-long events”
SUMMER LONG EVENT -
The Chocolate MUSeum Tour Be sure to visit this “sweet” inviting local mUSeum featuring videos; antique chocolate boxes, CANdy-making equipment and live hand-dipping demos; interactive computer displays; games and lots of chocolate treats!
Contact (506)466-7848 or www.chocolatemuseum.ca
8:00-10:30 AM CAN
Lumberjack Breakfast hosted by Home Support Services on Budd Avenue in St Stephen. Pancakes, beans and bacon, juice, tea and coffee. $6/adults $4/children under 6 yrs.
Contact: Trudy Higgins (506)466-3769
11:00 AM CAN
Lumberjack Competition at the waterfront in St. Stephen. This popular event is back again. Come out and see why!! Hosted by the St. Stephen BUSiness Improvement Area (BIA).
Contact:Alison Estey (506)466-7407
11:00 AM CAN
Kiwanis BBQ during New Brunswick Day celebration at the St. Stephen Town Square.
1:00 PM US
Calais Cemetery Tour.Calais Bicentennial Celebrations.
Contact:(207)454-3695
6:30 PM CAN
Summer MUSical Concert Series at the St. Stephen Town Square featuring “Katherine McLeod”. Sponsored by Laura Porter Law Office.
Contact:Alison Estey (506)466-7407