Park Sutton Big Randodon fundraiser

On the occasion of its 40th anniversary, the Parc d'environnement naturel de Sutton (PENS) is organizing the first edition of the Big Randodon. On Saturday, September 7, hundreds of people will walk the Park's trails before gathering for a host of festive activities. This celebration is paired with a fun and cheerful fundraising event. All funds raised will help the Park finance its Youth-nature educational hiking program.

Each year, nearly 800 young people benefit from the free bilingual educational hiking program developed by PENS. The Youth-nature program is counting on the community’s support and generosity to continue giving all young people in the region the opportunity to learn in, through and for nature.

The public is invited to gather family and friends to walk the trail of their choice, at their own pace, with an opportunity or two to get to know other nature lovers. Hikers who register are invited to enjoy a light breakfast courtesy of local vendors and businesses right before the walk and will have a chance to win one of the many participation prizes offered by local businesses. Registration for young people aged 17 and under is free.

A number of free activities will be offered throughout the day. From 10 a.m. to noon, the Enchanted Forest will keep little ones busy along the Village-montagne trail. From noon to 4 p.m., discovery workshops, yoga session, slackline, corn roast, face painting and more will be hosted at the end of Réal Road. Finally, from 4 p.m. to 7p.m., the festivities will continue with the presentation of prizes and a toast to the past 40 years. Live music, local beer and wine as well as a food truck will keep the celebration going and cap the day off in style.

To encourage as many people to participate as possible, hikers can now obtain their tickets by donation. A minimum donation of $10 is required to cover trail access and tax receipts will be issued for contributions of $30 or more. All donations collected will be put directly towards the Youth-nature program.

For more information and to get tickets for the Big Randodon, please visit parcsutton.com/en/activities/the-big-randodon.

The Municipalities of the Village of North Hatley and the Township of Hatley will be presenting DREAMLAND CONCERTS in North Hatley’s Dreamland Park (corner of Capelton and Main Streets), Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 1 p.m. (until August 25). Saturday, August 10 at 7:30 p.m.: DEREK FALLS. Sunday, August 11 at 1 p.m.: L’HARMONIE DE L’ESTRIE. ADMISSION IS FREE SO COME AND ENJOY THE MUSIC! In case of bad weather, concerts will take place in the Pleasant View Beach building on Saturday evenings and at the North Hatley Community Centre on Sunday afternoons.

August 16, 17 & 18 Ensemble

The JUNO award winning L'HARMONIE DES SAISONS with Montreal's vocal ensemble MESLANGES present Claudio MONTERVERDI'S Italian Baroque Masterpiece, VESPERS OF 1610. International vocal soloists and ensemble of authentic period instruments offer a rare opportunity to hear this magnificent production in 3 glorious sacred settings.

7:30 p.m., Church of the Visitation, 1847 Boulevard Gouin Est.

ABBAYE of SAINTBENOIT-DU-LAC: August 17, BOUCHERVILLE:

Chapel of the Abbaye.

3 p.m., Church of the Holy Family, 560 Boulevard Marie-victorin. Tickets available at

August 18, MONTREAL: August 16, www.eventbrite.com (please consult MESLANGES).

Reservations: 514 544-9810. Adults: $40 - $30, students: $10 (plus taxes and fees), and free for children 12 and under.

August 17

PIGGERY THEATRE COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER, part of the proceeds from each ticket sold will benefit North Hatley Young Curlers and North Hatley Elementary School sport or arts program – featuring Carl Dixon – Saturday, August 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets

Canadian rock musician, keyboardist, guitarist, songwriter. His powerful vocals, artistry and stage presence have made him one of Canada’s most respected musicians. He’s renowned as both a solo artist and band member of groups such as The Guess Who, Coney Hatch and April Wine. www.carldixon.com. Reservations: 819842-2431.

September 28

2 p.m.,

$25 pp.

You are cordially invited to join us for the

18th Music Achievement Awards Jam

and Celebration at “The Hut,” A.N.A.F Unit 318, 300 St. Francis, Lennoxville on

Saturday, September 28