Jennifer Zammit, A.C.C.I.

Schedules

THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009:

Late Night Venue Series: (Ticketed): The Aeolian:
795 Dundas St. E, Joel Plaskett, 9 pm, $15, SOLD OUT!!
Second Show Added:Thursday, July 16, 2009: Joel Plaskett & Peter Elkas, 5:30pm Peter Elkas 25 minute set, And 6:15pm Joel Plaskett solo 75 minute set. Tickets $15
London Music Club:
470 Colborne St.
Ultimate Blues Jam with Tim Woodcock, Sam Hurrie & Rick Taylor, 8 pm, By Donation
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FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2009:
Victoria Park Festival (Free Admission): MAIN STAGE
Grand Opening Ceremonies: 6 pm - 10:30 pm

• 6:00pm Opening Ceremonies
• 6:15pm Jackie Washington Tribute Set with Paul Langille, David Essig & friends
• 7:10pm Little Miss Higgins
• 8:05pm Anne Lindsay
• 9:00pm Betty & The Bobs
• 9:55pm Jill Barber

Late Night Venue Series: (Ticketed): The Aeolian:
795 Dundas St. E
The Sadies, 10 pm (doors open at 9:00 pm ), Tickets: $10
London Music Club:
470 Colborne St.
Open Stage with David Leask, By Donation
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2009:
Victoria Park Festival (Free Admission):
NEXT GENERATION STAGE (Free)

• 12:00pm Truth & Beauty: The Good Lovelies, Emma-Lee Host: Jill Barber
• 1:30pm The Art of Song Production: The Sadies, Matthew Barber Host: Danny Michel
• 3:00pm Heartaces & Hardknocks: Fraser, Luke Nares Host: Matthew Barber
• 4:30pm Rogues & Rebels Why We Love Them: Elliott Brood, The Dust Poets,Host: The Sadies

FUSION STAGE (Free)

• 12:00pm Historical or Hysterical: Troy MacGillivray, Anne Lindsay, Jason Fowler, David Essig, Host: Alistair Brown
• 1:30pm Love ‘em or Leave ‘em: Sam Hurrie, Rick Taylor, New Cumberland,Host: Jory Nash
• 3:00pm Blues Vs. Bluegrass The Art of Jamming: Mike Stevens, New Cumberland,David Woodhead, Host: David Essig
• 4:30pm Real Guitar Heros: Rick Taylor, Jason Fowler, Sam Hurrie, David Leask,Host: Wendell Ferguson

TRADITIONAL STAGE (Free)

• 12:00pm Why The Blues Make You Feel So Good: Mike Stevens, Little Miss Higgins Host: Paul Langille & Tim Woodcock
• 1:30pm The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: The Undesirables, Host: The Dust Poets
• 3:00pm Dreamers ‘n Schemers: Paul Langille, Tim Woodcock, The Good Lovelies Host: Allison Brown
• 4:30pm You're Never Too Old To Be A Fool In Love: Jill Barber, Danny Michel,Little Miss Higgins, Host: Jory Nash

The high task list of moving is daunting enough but remember that it is stressful on children as well. Here are some tips to help make the move a little more smooth:

As a tourist, you'll want to note that it's easy to get around London. Take the Transit bus system that efficiently covers the entire city. Taxis are also easy to find and the drivers are courteous and polite, often taking extra time to let visitors know where to go and what to see.

There are a lot of things to see and do in London, and here are some places you should look into:

Adventures on Wonderland Want to let your kids burn off some energy during your vacation? Then Adventures on Wonderland should be at the top of your list to visit. Banting House National Historical Site London has many notables who call this city their home, but Dr. Sir Frederick G. Banting is one not to be forgotten, as he was the co-discoverer of insulin! Canadian Medical Hall of Fame As London is a world leader in medical facilities, it's no surprise that The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame would be located here. Covent Garden Market The newly rebuilt Covent Garden Market, located downtown at 130 King Street, attracts Londoners and visitors alike, especially in spring, summer and fall when the outdoor market square fills with local growers offering their best seasonal produce. East Park What fun you'll have when you visit East Park, 100 acres of entertainment! East Park offers the Wally World Water Park, go-karts, batting cages and picnic grounds, as well as an 18-hole golf course, miniature golf, and a driving range. Fanshawe Pioneer Village Ontario's frontier heritage is also captured when visitors can step back in time at the Fanshawe Pioneer Village, a living history museum that exemplifies southwestern Ontario life from the mid-1800s through to the early 1900s. Grand Theatre In 1901, this theatre was built by Colonel Whitney of Detroit, and Ambrose Small of Toronto. Today a contemporary façade houses this restored theatre. Guy Lombardo Music Centre and Museum The Guy Lombardo Music Centre, established in 1984, houses artifacts and memorabilia relating to Lombardo and his band the Royal Canadians. Born in London, Ontario on June 19, 1902, Guy Lombardo went on to become the most popular band leader on the American music scene.

John Labatt Centre Attention, hockey fans! Be sure to check the upcoming events at The John Labatt Centre to see if you can catch a home game of the London Knights Hockey Team, or any other music concerts or events that may happen here. Labatt Brewery London is the home to founder and master brewer John Kinder Labatt. Visit the Labatt Brewery for a 2-hour informative, guided tour that takes place at the Simcoe Street Brewery. Lickety Split Ranch and Zoo Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! This family owned and operated zoological park features exotic animals from around the globe as well as a few species of domestic animals. London Museum of Archaeology and Lawson Prehistoric Village This unique museum traces the history of 11,000 years of human life in Southwestern Ontario. Archeological and ethnographic exhibits can be found here. Guided tours are available. London Regional Art and Historical Museums The London Regional Art and Historical Museums provide visitors a unique blend of both history and culture in one location. London Regional Children's Museum This is not your typical museum where you'll see "Do not touch "signs attached to the walls. In fact, the London Regional Children's Museum wants you to touch, play, make noise and have a great time. Royal Canadian Regiment Museum If you have an interest in Canada's military history, you'll enjoy this stop. This museum celebrates the achievements of Canada's oldest regular infantry. Storybook Gardens A family vacation is great when you visit Storybook Gardens in London, Ontario! Family-centered theme park has enchanted children with its animals, displays and playground equipment since its opening many years ago in 1958.

Spending some time in the London area? Wondering where you can find information on local events and festivals? If you're interested in seeing all that London has to offer, check out our London events and festivals directory and see what it can offer you. London, Ontario has a strong community spirit with arts, music and food, and sports-related events almost every week in the summer, big charity drives throughout the year, and a host of tourist spots.

You'll find listings for all kinds of great events coming up in the near future. So if you like the sound of indulging in London's rich culture, make the first step by using our London events and festivals directory now.

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Summary of Some of London's major events:

• Festa Italiana
  The Italian Market celebrates all that is Italian in a three-day festival in August that includes dancing, Italian food and more. Evening entertainment includes Italian operas and a fashion show.
• London Fringe Festival
  London's Fringe Festival is the eighth largest of its kind in Canada. Fringe theatre is a term used to describe alternative theatre, or entertainment not of the mainstream, the equivalent of New York's off-Broadway theatre.
• London International Children's Festival
  Held last year June 6-10, the London International Children's Festival is a celebration of the arts, allowing children the opportunity to experience professional and community arts from around the globe and across our country during an annual festival.
• London Ribfest
  Who loves eating messy, finger-licking-good ribs? If you answered "I do" then make sure to include London's Ribfest on your itinerary. The second largest rib festival in North America and is held at Victoria Park.
• The Western Fair
  The Western Fair has been an annual event in London since 1868, and has grown to become Canada's seventh largest fair.
• Western Union Sunfest
  London's Sunfest event, the first weekend of July, celebrates the music, dance, cuisine and crafts of a myriad of cultures across the world.

Today I was browsing through listings with a client. In the Remarks section of the MLS is said " Light fixtures in the basement and tree in front yard are excluded".

I had to laugh because I've heard so many people laugh and grumble about that and I know it sounds weird but I have to admit - I am attached to my plants as well. Not to the extent that I would dig them up and take them with me...but...I have nurtured, watered, protected, deep root fertizlized, mourned and babied them for over a decade. I've heard that people are actually more attached to the memory that things create than the actual item. I think the next time I hear a client mourning the loss of a particular plant or tree, I'm going to take a nice picture and have it framed as a gift for them. That way, they can look at it forever.

Oh and here's a few tips for moving your indoor plants:

Cheers,

Jennifer Zammit, A.C.C.I.