Jamaica Rose

http://www.mississinewa1812.com/

Mississinewa 1812

October 2, 3, & 4, 2009

Marion, Indiana

Mississinewa 1812 is the largest War of 1812 living history event in the United States. Sponsored by the Mississinewa Battlefield Society Inc, Marion, Indiana with the support of the Department of Natural Resources. It is a historical commemoration of the Battle of Mississinewa fought here on December 17-18, 1812. It's a step back in time to 1812.

[Great Lakes River Pirates will be in attendance.]

About Mississinewa 1812 . . .

Military Encampments. Time travel through the days of the War of 1812 in the British and American military camp viewing the daily life of the War of 1812 soldier. Take a special tour of the British field camp. Ongoing demonstrations also include field drill, artillery firing, musket and rifle drill, battlefield medicine and surgery, and battle reenactments.

Indian Village. The culture of the woodland Indian dominates the largest reconstructed woodland Indian village in the United States. The picketed fort and the traditional long house are the center pieces for this glimpse of Indian life that has been on this site since 1752. Storytellers will captivate you with their Native American legends.

Rivertown. More than 140 merchants, artisans and food purveyors will delight you with their wares, demonstrations of 18th Century crafts, food and drink of 1812. Rivertown offers reproductions of many 1812 necessities including fine yard goods, silver and tinware, pottery, muskets and candles.

Wilderness Area. Life along the rivers and streams in 1812 is recreated in the longhunter, trapper, voyager, and wilderness camps along the river. Each camp features ongoing demonstrations of fire starting, open firing cooking and storytelling in this unique display of wilderness life. Don't be shy about inquiring into their lifestyle.

Food & Drink. More than 20 Rivertown food purveyors offer 1812 delicious foods ranging from English trap pies, barbecued chops, bratwurst, ribs and chicken, hearty stews, baked potatoes, and French pastries to fry bread and ice cream. The aroma will whet your appetite.

Traditional Crafts. Stop and visit with any of Rivertown's early 18th Century master printers, gunsmiths, tinsmiths, silversmiths, soapmakers, potters, blacksmiths, weavers, and other traditional craftsmen. All invite your questions.

Music, Song & Stories. Rivertown is filled with ongoing performances of music, songs, and stories throughout the weekend.

Three Rivers Festival - Siege of Fort Wayne 1812 top

What is the Second War of Independence really about? The British had been beaten during the Revolutionary War and were no longer here. right? Come to the Old Fort on July 11th & 12th and learn why the War of 1812 has become the Forgotten War. Talk with the Soldiers as they go about their daily schedules, see the Women and Children as they complete their tasks. Meet with the Mounted Militia and hear how the militia were so important in the continuation of our freedom. The Old Fort will be open 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11th, and 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12th. For more information, either visit the website www.oldfortwayne.org or call (260) 460-4763.

Great Lakes River Pirates will be in attendance.

Pike River Rendezvous

July 31 and August 1, 2009 ; 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

August 2, 2009; 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Simmons Island Park, 50th Street and 4th Avenue

Step back in time when Native Americans and fur traders gathered to exchange goods and services and to celebrate. More than 200 reenactors will be encamped on Simmons Island. Talk with them about what life was like during the fur-trading era. See craft and trades demonstrations throughout the camp. Hands-on activities and games. Kids can learn about trading at the Kids Trading Post. Horse drawn wagon provides a shuttle from the parking area. Free.

For information on participating as a reenactor, call Ernie Kraak, 262-843-3757.

Great Lakes River Pirates and the Crew of the Archangel will be in attendance.

Michael and I missed out on last year's Pier Daze (we were voyaging up in the Pacific NW at the time, visiting the Rusty Scupper's Festival instead). But we will be in attendance this year, with our No Quarter Given booth. We look forward to making up for missing out last year, and enjoying lots of music, and piratey entertainment. After hours, we'll be camping on the beach with our mates the Port Royal Privateers. Hope to see lots of you there. The PyRats, Bart and Hank, will be with us too.

--Jamaica Rose

Cap'n Michael of the No Quarter Given crew and the PyRats will be there too. Swing by our No Quarter Given booth and say hello. Bart and Hank are available for whiskery smoochies, especially with the pirate wenches. (If you are unfamiliar with Bart and Hank, you can get to know them here: http://www.myspace.com/nqgrats ).

--Jamaica Rose

June 20th & 21st, 2009: Pirate Festival

Dubuque, IOWA

http://www.rivermuseum.com/

11 a.m. to 4 p.m

The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium will host a Pirate Festival in the Pfohl Boatyard. The Pirate Festival will feature several activities including a treasure hunt, pirate games for kids, costume contests and prizes, a professional Jack Sparrow pirate impersonator and more!

Saturday, Jone 20th, 2009: A Buccaneer Bash for adults will also be held Saturday from 6-9 p.m. The bash will include live music from the Mississippi Band featuring A Pirate Over 50, beverages, BBQ, a pirate costume contest and prizes. Admission to the bash is $5.

More info: (563) 557-9545 or (800) 226-3369

http://pyratesimage.com/

July 24th & September 18th, 2009: A Nite O' Jolly Rogerin' Pyrate Cruises™

Hamilton Harbour, ONTARIO, CANADA

8:30pm - 12:00am

Join Capt. John Swallow and QM Seika Hellbound as they commandeer the Hamilton Harbour Queen for A Nite O' Jolly Rogerin'™...Pyratical mayhem abounds as a live Pyrate band joins the krewe for an evening of Pyratical tunes, rum, swag and more. Learn to speak Pyrate with Capt. John Swallow and take part in games of challenge with the ever charming QM Seika Hellbound as she steals yer doubloons with every wrong twist o' words - or makes ye Walk the Plank fer treasure or ridicule - fun up to yer Buccaneers!

http://www.seafest.org.uk/

July 24th thru 26th, 2009: Seafest 

Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UNITED KINGDOM

8:30pm - 12:00am

The 10th Anniversary of 'Britain's biggest annual maritime music festival in your favourite seaside resort.......' takes place at West Pier and around the harbour area of this premier seaside resort and fishing port in North Yorkshire. The lovely and talented LES PIRATES return from Brittany to be part of the special anniversary concert, along with Adrian O, Armstrongs Patent, Wendy Arrowsmith, Captain Bullock ( Bell & Bullock), Bernard Davies, Steve Dawes & Helen Pitt, The Endeavour Shantymen, Finn & Haddie ( USA), Flossie, Richard Grainger, Hughie Jones, Keith Kendrick and Sylvia Needham, There Be Pirates (USA), Tom Hughes, Monkeys Fist, Chris Parkinson, The Scarborough Poets, Andrew McKay & Carole Etherton, and The Filey Fishermen's Harmony Group. In addition to maritime music, there will be Fish Cookery, Visiting Vessels, Maritime Arts, and Family Entertainment. Info, email: richard-grainger@tiscali.co.uk

http://www.lockhousemuseum.org/calendar.html

July 11th & 12th, 2009: Pirate Invasion!

Havre de Grace, MARYLAND

Susquehanna Museum of Havre de Grace.

Come visit the pirate camps. Watch the attacks on the town and cheer on your favorites. Admission: $3.00 Adults, $1.00 Children ages 5-12, Children under 5 are free. Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday night, July 11th: Pirate Gala

Party with the Pirates! Night of music, dancing, auctions, beer, wine and food. Admission: $50.00 per person 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Call the museum at 410.939.5780.

http://www.valhallafaire.com/

June 5th & 6th, 2009: Pirate Invasion Weekend at Valhalla Faire

South Lake Tahoe, CALIFORNIA

Set sail for a swashbuckling weekend & invade our shire with your piratical shenanigans. Participate in Scavenger Hunt, tour the deck full sized deck of a tall ship, the Dauntless, quench yer thirst and sing a song with Sea dogs, join adventures of the Irish Pirate Queen Grace O'Malley as she comes to England. Participate in the Talk Like a Pirate Contest! Enjoy the nationally renowned parrot show Fowl Tales. Second weekend will also feature Knights of Avalon full contact Jousting show. Combining the elements of spontaneity, action, and humor, the Knights of Avalon present a show that will keep audiences enthralled and coming back for more.

July 4th & 5th, 2009: PIRATE FEST IN THE CANYON

The San Fernando Valley, Chatsworth, CALIFORNIA

This is a benefit for Browns Canyon in Chatsworth CA. It is at the top of Desoto Ave and was heavily damaged by the Season Fire. Celebrate & experience the days of yore when, Swashbucklers, Rogues, & Pirates sailed The Seven Seas & roamed the world in search of Treasure & Grand Adventure. A Brand new Pirate Fest Located in the San Fernando Valley in Browns Creek Park. SLIGHT ADDRESS CHANGE: New Address is 10897 Old Santa Susana Rd., Chatsworth, CA 91311. Take the 118 Fwy., off ramp exit is Topanga Canyon (NOT De Soto). Follow the signs. ADMISSION One Day $15.00 Two Days $25.00. Kids 5-13yrs $5.00 Infants free. Tent City Camping (new Price Coming Soon) or you can volunteer and get in for free, for more info call Dagger at 818-385-7014. We still need volunteers, food venders, & guilds.

June 19th & 20th, and 26th & 27th, 2010: 7th Annual New England Pirate Faire

Gloucester,MASSACHUSETTS

http://www.pastimesentertainment.com/

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location: Stage Fort Park

Historic Gloucester, MA will host Pastimes' annual piratical production with an oceanfront view, realistic cannons, and historical relevance afforded by Stage Fort Park. The faire will feature a cast of over 100 actors and musicians. The festival will also host the “Tortuga Marketplace” for vendors offering pirate clothing, prop weapons, accessories, jewelry, food, refreshments and more. The show will feature a scripted daylong storyline with several interactive scenes with characters drawn from literature and a different time.

isn't a minion a type of cannon?

Isn't it a small fish? Ya, know the name of the boat that the Skipper and Gilligan were on, the SS Minion. I guess that's why they had all those others on the island?

Aye, I suppose you've got a point ...

MINNOW + GRUNION = MINION

BTW - it's open fishing season on grunion on Cali beaches now, -- next time they should show up is June 22 - 25.

--Jamaica Rose

I am sincerely sorry for my actions. No one should question that, however, was I REALLY the only one to have committed ANY kind of felony last weekend?

I’m sorry Thomas, but trying to lessen the impact of your actions by making unsubstantiated allegations against other people is a sign of how immature you are. Especially when by your own statements you have shown you are untrustworthy.

This is like the little kid claiming, “Well Billy stuck his head in the toilet too!” Whatever anyone else did doesn’t excuse your actions in anyway.

I don’t think we really need any further discussion on this point.

--Jamaica Rose

Cap'n Michael and I made it up for Saturday only. A rare pirate event where one could wear their pirate coats and not swelter. In fact I was wearing my heavy wool cloak towards the end of the afternoon, and was quite happy for it.

We were warmly welcomed in the pirate camp with Black Hearted Pearl and Gary. Michael joined in the cannon show, while I manned my own little Canon and took many a shot. You can see them posted in the photo albums on the NQG MySpace (don't need to be a MySpace member to view them):

http://www.myspace.com/no_quartergiven

(just click the word "pics" under the NQG cover image.)

We were invited for dinner with the gun crew. Boy ... what a dinner!!! Clams, shrimp, fried fish, and huge CRABs spread in a heap on spread out newspapers on the table. Also corn, biscuits, and Key lime pie for dessert. Richard is an AWESOME cook. We were so glad we came. And so glad Pearl and Gary invited us. Thank you.

--Jamaica Rose

I didn't go this year owing to the end time of the event vis-a-vis where I live and work. Just can't get there until its basically over. The last two years I was taking time off from work to attend.

If there is a desire for more pirates to show up and drop some coin into the coffiers, I'd suggest this run 3 pm to Midnight, vs Noon to 9ish. I am not alone in this observation as I ran into more than one lad at Big Bear the next day that said the same.

Greydog, I know you are trying to make a helpful suggestion, and that is appreciated. However there are many restrictions that need to be dealt with.

The ending time for the block party portion of the event (9 pm) is due to the fact that the permits for blocking off the street expire at 10 pm. So the block party needs to wind up at 9 pm to give vendors the last hour to pack up and clear off the street before the blockades are removed. The party did not stop at this time though ... most of the party goers moved into Club 195, and some stayed much later in the evening, maybe until closing time.

I remember having this discussion with Evan last year, why the block party on the street couldn't last longer, and he was frustrated that the permits for barricading the street were only good until 10 pm, and we have to clear the street by that time. It's not like there is a huge lot of traffic on that street after 10 pm on a Friday night! It was city personnel that came and took the barricades away precisely at 10 pm, so it probably has to do with how late they are willing to stay to officially reopen the street.

True, having the event later in the day, or even on a weekend, would allow more people to come, and donate more money. However, the event organizers are working with what is available. The event needs to be on a Friday, because the hospital will not allow the actors to come visit the kids on the weekend. The owner of Club 195 (in Anaheim) donates the use of the facilities for free. The city of Anaheim gives street closure permits, but for only until 10 pm.

So pirates ... remember, IT'S A FREE PARTY, with FREE ENTERTAINMENT. Maybe one year wasn't as good as another year in some respects, but better in other respects. Still it was a fun time. I know it is hard for some people to make it, especially with traffic volumes on Friday evenings. Come if you can. Many did. If you couldn't come, maybe you can peruse the multitude of photos from it on MySpace and enjoy it vicariously. It's better to have the event with some people coming, than to have no event at all. Remember ... the main goal is to bring some cheer into the lives of DYING children, and to help raise funds for a worthy cause. And have fun doing it.

I for one would just like to say thanks to those who spent many selfless hours of their own time setting up the event (Evan, Viv, Matt, Sam, and probably several others I'm unaware of), and to the musicians who donated their talents for free (Pirates of the Black Swan, Doxie Chix, The Pirates Charles, Mommy's Little Monsters, ... did I forget anyone?), and to the actors and pirate characters who entertain the children and then came to entertain the pirates at the party though some had to leave early due to other commitments(Treva, Maxie, Vinnie, David, Marty, Scarlett, Talderoy, the Spanish Pirate, several Cap'n Jacks, and lots of others I'm sure I'm leaving out), and to the owner of Club 195 for the venue. Also thanks to all who donated items for the silent auction or just donated monetarily.

--Jamaica Rose

There were only 3 vendors and a band. Whilst the band was good enough fer modern pirates, I was a hopein' fer more piratey music.

You say you didn't arrive until 7 pm. The party started much earlier. The event started at NOON!!!!! There were piratey bands playing earlier in the afternoon, with lots of piratey music ... Pirates of the Black Swan, and Doxie Chix for example. The Pirates Charles played too (not sure if you consider them piratey or modern ... I figure they are both, sort of pirate Metallica. The band towards the end, Mommy's Little Monsters, was mostly modern cover tunes. So offering something for pirates and modern music lovers alike.

As for the lack of vendors, aye, we could have used more. I tried to help Evan by sending off messages to many of the vendors I know. But with the Big Bear Pirate Fair and Valhalla Renaissance Festival the same weekend, many of the other vendors I tried to recruit were off at those events. To get someone to come set up for a few hours of sales on a weekday afternoon is tricky.

The auction had been in the bar last year with quite a few items fer bid, me lady and I won a brunch at Marie Calanders, but this year twas outside. These were so well hidden [although in plain sight] that I ne'er even saw 'em till twas too late. Me purse was empty anyways.

Maybe you didn't notice the auction items at first. More announcements throughout the day might have helped. But as auction was drawing to a close, you couldn't help but notice them, for announcement after announcement was made, reminding people to get their bids in. True, maybe by that time it was hard to push through the crowds to see what was there.

Also the fact they couldn't take cash but only checks made out to CHOC (due to legal problems from some crazy lady the year before) made it harder. In this age of ATMs, people don't carry checkbooks around with them as much. I forgot to bring my own checkbook, and thus had to mail a check in on Monday.

True, last year's party had a few more vendors, but I think this year's party had much better offering of music. With the stage out on the street, but within easy view of the bar's patio, I think that really opened things up, rather than keeping the music inside the crowded bar.

Remember ... this was a FREE event (you didn't need to pay anything to attend), organized by an all volunteer crew.

--Jamaica Rose

http://www.buccaneersball.com/

June 27th, 2009: The Buccaneers' Ball

Prescott, ARIZONA

Time: 7 p.m.

Where: The old "Armory" building (aka Grace Sparkes Prescott Activity Center) at 824 E. Gurley St.

So it's swashbuckling ye be wantin' is it? Yohoho... Avast there matey... Pieces of eight, pieces of eight... Dance a proper jig or walk the plank. Plunder a'plenty. Shiver me timbers and boarders away... 

Fashion: Historical or Piratical attire is required for this Ball, either historic reproduction attire or at least a modern attempt at looking piratical. Wear piratical or nautical attire or any historic attire from the 1650s to the 1820s. Alternately dress modern but with piratical touches such as a bandana over the head or an eye patch. Some male pirates wore loose skirts. This could be an option for those who don't have slops or breeches. Other than fashion exceptions particular to this Ball, the rest of our We Make History "House Standards" still apply. See the House Standards with Exceptions below and please Email us if you have any questions. 

Music & Dance: Featuring "Bahama Becky" along with "The Plankwalkers", the music will be live and lively and the dancing an enjoyable mix of simple historic styles which we will teach. (After all, most pirates probably didn't know much beyond a jig or two!)

Booty: There will be light refreshments and a number of excellent (and thematic) door prizes will be given away. Everyone attending will receive a ticket with a year on it from the age of piracy. To win you must be drawn and be able to recite an historical fact relevant to that specific year ... or be left to the mercy of the crew.

Passes: 17th Century prices in Advance by Post "Huzzah!" By Mail we ask a contribution of $17 each. Advance requests must be received by Monday, June 22nd and must be accompanied by a check along with a stamped, self-addressed envelope and your email address. Mail to We Make History, P.O. Box 12874, Scottsdale, Arizona 85267. 18th Century prices in Advance by PayPal "Hear, Hear!" By PayPal we ask a contribution of $18 each. The PayPal links will be available through 10PM on Monday, June 22nd. 21st Century Prices at the Ball "Yaaaar!" At the Ball we shall request a contribution of $30 per person. What ship is that? Required! Compulsory! Mandatory! All attending as pirates must have a pirate name and be ready to say "A r r r r r r....." If ye don't have a pirate name we'll assign on to ye on the spot! Arrrrrrrr! The Buccaneers' Feast: In the Ships' Galley immediately after the Ball. (JB's restaurant is the only place open late enough in all of Prescott and is only a few blocks from the Ball.)

The Buccaneers' Bowl: Football and a Picnic in Pirate Attire the day after the Ball. Yaaarrrrrr! The picnic will be at 1PM at the west end of Granite Creek Park. It will be very informal. Bring food and drink. Dress in pirate attire!

June 27th & 28th, 2009: Pierdaze Pirate Invasion 

Long Beach, CALIFORNIA

http://www.belmontpier.com/events.html

11am - 7pm (bar stays open after hours of faire)

Veterans Memorial Pier, 15 39th Place, Long Beach CA 90803

This annual event showcases one of long beach’s treasures its pier. Sample tantalizing food and BBQ as you listen to live music. We will have a real Pirate ship attacking the Pier, which will be defended by local citizens and our very own pirates, cannons and sword fights galore. A limited number of Pirate ship rides will be available. There will be a kids treasure hunt, a pirate costume contest, and a beach fun zone. Event highlights:  

* Pirate ships battling off the Pier

* Live pirate shows (sword and black powder gun battles) throughout the day 

* Rides on the pirate ships 

* Grog and food booths 

* Pirate booty, arts and crafts booths 

* Belly and fire dancers 

* Pirate Costume contest 

* Kids treasure hunt 

* Kids fun zone 

* Pirate encampments 

Enter parking lot south of Ocean Blvd at foot of Termino. Free Family Event. And Much More. Download applications for vendor space and business license (click on link at bottom of page). Vendor inquires and other info, contact Fred Khammar. (562) 434-1542 beachclub2001@charter.net or add as another contact person Ray Kula (562) 256-6590 raykula@juno.com 

June 26th thru 28th, 2009: Charleston Maritime Festival

Charleston, SOUTH CAROLINA

http://www.charlestonmaritimefestival.com/

An official port of the Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge 2009

Pirate camp, classic wooden boat show, maritime art, music, family boat-building and children's village. Period rogues, blackhearts, musicians, and artisans are welcome. Tour the ships, enjoy the scenic waterfront and relax with a beverage and fine Lowcountry fare. For those with more adventurous spirit, build your own boat over the weekend with the handy help of our volunteers, head out on the harbor for your free sailing lesson, or actually join the crew of one of the ships and sail north to Boston. For those more interested in air than sea, there are aerobatic flight demonstrations, helicopter rides and other exciting aerial attractions. Food, water, ice, parking, et. al., will be provided. Crews may contact us at: jackdusty@gmail.com for more info.

June 25th through 27th, 2010: 8th annual Rusty Scupper's Pirate Daze

Westport, WASHINGTON

Westport, WASHINGTON

http://www.rustyscupperpirates.com/

Our patron pirate, Rusty Scupper and his crewe mates, the Rusty Scupper Pirates of Westport, invite all manner of Pirate Crewes, landlubbers, politicians, and townsfolk of any repute to their spring festival of everything piratical. See famed Grays Harbor, and walk some or all of the 18 miles of beach where his journal washed ashore. Climb to the top of the tallest light house in Washington State. See and tour the tall-ships The Lady Washington and the Hawaiian Chieftain. Join in with the Pirates at all the events scheduled along the esplanade of Westport Harbor and Marina District. There be family-friendly fun and frivolity fer all, with free admission; live music (including Pint & Dale, Capt. Matt, Mike & Val), purveyors of hearty food and snacks, games fer the scallywags, a pirate train and bumper boats, artisans and vendors from around the west. Weapons demonstrations by the pirates of B.O.O.M. One evening “Bowl with the Pirates!”, Dress like a pirate fer the age-group costume contest, Salty Dog costume contest for canines of the sea, or join in the “Jack Sparrow” look-a-like contest. Mateys, thar be no restrictions nor requirements but havin fun! So put yer historically accurate or inaccurate garb and gear in yer duffle bag ‘n set yer sails fer Westport! Thar be no admission charge to any of the Marina Dist. Events. General info: call Cap'n Bizmo at 360-268-3149. 239 or at rustys-crew@hotmail.com. Fer r infamos "Cap'n Jack Sparrow" look a like contest call "Razor Clam" Arlene @ 360-268-9133. Fer da Salty Dawg contest (one o me favorites!) call "Polly Wog" Pam @ 360-268-6318. Fer da big parade we be hav'n on Sunday ye kin call "Tresure Chest" Pat @ 360-268-0191.

June 19th & 20th, 2010: 4th Annual Northern California Pirate Festival

Vallejo, CALIFORNIA

http://www.norcalpiratefestival.com/

The city of Vallejo has became a haven for pirates of all varieties...cannon battles, sword fighting, maritime musicians & magicians, contests, food, fyne wares and a host of other pirate treasures (look for the No Quarter Given booth)! New this year: A Saturday night concert featuring a pirate centric cast that will have you hopping out of your seats. Visit the website to see the photos. The Northern California Pirate Festival has one goal: To create an entertaining event where everyone who loves pirates will have a great time and feel welcome! Whether you love nautical music, sword fighting, sailing, cannon-battles, theater, maritime crafts, food and drink, or just shopping fer' pirate booty...there's something here for YOU! Fun For ALL AGES: Children, Adults, Teens & Whole Families! We encourage coming out in costume...whether you dress as an historical era pirate from the Golden Age of Sail or a bejeweled Mardi-Gras Krewmate from New Orleans... whether your taste runs towards Hollywood Swashbucklers or Foreign Buccaneers from international waters! Dress up and share in the experience... You certainly don't need to come out in costume, but when you leave you're sure to feel like a pirate! Sail out to the PirateFest and join us for a great time!

*** Come Join The Largest Crew in the World as we attempt to break the World Record! Date & Time: Saturday, June 19th at 4pm, Registration: 10am til 4pm at the front gate. Saturday at 4pm, we will gather over 3,000 fully dressed pirates in one place attempting to Break the Guinness World Record Currently Held by our good friends and brethren of The Portland Pirate Festival i n Portland Oregon. (There is word that it was beaten recently with a score of 1726 by an event in Buxon, UK....but this is not official as of yet) Event Information: 1-866-921-YARR

June 19th thru 21st, 2009: Explore Oak Island Days

Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, CANADA

http://www.oakislandsociety.ca/Calendar.html

A weekend to explore the possibilities of the famous mystery pit on Oak Island, where many think pirate treasure is buried.

[the 2009 schedule has not been posted yet. Here is the 2008 schedule]:

Friday: Walking tour of Oak Island

Mi'kmaq Sweet Grass Ceremony.

Saturday:

- 10:00 AM See displays, films, photographs, artifacts and much more. Members free, public $5, children under 6 free.

-10:30 AM Walking tour

- 1:30 PM Guest speaker Mr. Graham Harris

- 2:30 PM. Guest speaker Joanna Atherton

- 4 PM. Guided walking tour of Oak Island. 

- 7 PM. Dinner & entertainment at Oak Island Resort. 

Sunday:

- 10:00 AM See displays, films, photographs, artifacts and much more. 

- 10:30 AM Walking tour.

- 1:30 PM Guest speaker Bill Parkin Jr.

- 2:30 PM. Guest speaker Les MacPhie

- 4 PM. Guided walking tour of Oak Island.

Contact information:Everyone is welcome to participate in any of our events, you do not have to be a member, simply e-mail us or call 902-275-3718 for more details on how to reserve a spot today.

Oak Island Tourism Society, P.O. Box 517, Chester, NOVA SCOTIA B0J - 1J0, CANADA

902-275-3718

flhs@eastlink.ca

Ask for Danny or Yvonne Hennigar

June 20th through 21st, 2009: 28th Annual Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront Festival 

http://www.waterfrontfestival.org/

 Alexandria, VIRGINIA

Oronoco Bay Park in Old Town Alexandria

Admission ticket includes nautical events, musical entertainment, arts & crafts show, interactive exhibits, children's crafts and activities, Ocean in Motion traveling aquarium, Ferris wheel, fireworks show on Saturday night! Annual Alexandria Chapter American Red Cross fundraiser! Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront Festival, 123 N. Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314. 703.549.8300

Tentatively June 13th & 14th, 2009: Long Island Pirate Festival 

http://www.lipiratefestival.com/

West Sayville, Long Island, NEW YORK

86 West Ave, West Sayville, NY

10 am - 6 pm

Currently seeking merchants, performers, and sponsors for our 2009 festival. Please contact us for more information!

[from the 2008 listing] See the video commercial at: http://www.mylitv.com/view_video.php?viewkey=eaa7caa47487d1483e48 

Pirate sword fights, period music & sea shanteys, food, shows and lots of shore bound vendors ta pick up some plunder! Living history pirate encampments and black powder cannon demonstrations. And of course, roving bands of pirates! Come in costume, if you dare! Pirate crew of the Valhalla, Cascabel And Braze, The Brigands, The ZeeWolves, Pirates for Sail, Pirates of the Dark Rose, Freemen of the Sea, Down East Pirates, Pirates of Alexandria Bay…and many more!!! Come join in the hostilities…er we mean festivities!! Music by: Strike the Bell, Pirate Circus, Pirates for Sail, Fathom and Down East Pirates. Hosted by Ye Pyrate Brotherhood & the Long Island Maritime Museum. $7 per person , children under 5 FREE!! Inquiries can be made to: yepyratebrotherhood@yahoo.com or lucretia_lacey777@yahoo.com

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