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TABLE of CONTENTSScott Reid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 1

Randy Hillier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 1

History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 2

Weekend Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 4

Map of Perth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 6

BBQ Block Party Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 8

Sponsor Thank You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PG 10

WELCOME!Welcome to the Blast from the Past Homecoming Weekend!

It’s such an honour to welcome you to the celebrations that mark the Perth Military Settlement’s 200th Anniversary.

When you think back to the original summer when the settlers first arrived in the Perth region, they witnessed a summer like no other – the summer with no sun. They braved through snow in June as they set forth to establish a new life for themselves in this beautiful part of Canada.

Their story is significant as we reflect on 200 years of history and even further back with our First Nations community. There are so many things that make up our entire story: the people, the community, the businesses, the buildings, the water, the land. We wanted to host a weekend that showcases all that has meaning to us: friendships, architecture, history, family, music, military, culture…and a good party, too.

These celebrations couldn’t all happen without the tremendous support of our partners, sponsors, town staff and volunteers. This weekend will be an unforgettable tribute to our region, and I welcome you to discover all the things that make Perth what it is today.

Sincerely,

John Fenik,Mayor, Town of Perth

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We’ve come a long way -- from the humble beginnings of a military settlement to the beautiful, vibrant town we all call home.

In June 1816, discharged soldiers were granted land for their military service in the wars against Napoleon’s attempts to dominate Europe. The newly-arrived settlers immediately set about the difficult work of clearing the land. Soon after, they were setting up the first houses and businesses in what would become Perth.

This anniversary -- our 200th -- is a milestone. Through two centuries and many consecutive lifetimes, this piece of wilderness has been transformed into the prettiest town in Ontario, and one of the most welcoming communities anywhere.   It is typical of Perth’s strong community spirit that an army of organizers and volunteers have come together to prepare a remarkable weekend with parades, barbecues and picnics, fireworks, and live entertainment.

But most important of all, this is a chance to spend time rediscovering our hometown -- with our loved ones, our friends, and our neighbours.

I’m proud to call this wonderful town my home. Let’s celebrate!

Scott Reid,MP for Lanark, Frontenac and Kingston

Welcome to Homecoming Weekend!

Two hundred years ago, as the Napoleonic Wars in Europe came to an end, and shortly after British and Canadian soldiers pushed back a US invasion, Scottish and Irish settlers arrived to a new, military managed settlement along the Tay River.

These first settlers arrived with an eagerness and energy for the boundless opportunity that was before them. Soon, among the farms and mills, there was a regional supply depot established in Perth, and with much jubilation, a retired military veteran of the War of 1812, Captain Joshua Adams, established the area’s first tavern. The rest, they say, is history.

On behalf of the Province of Ontario, I welcome all visitors, guests and residents as we celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Perth Military Settlement. As we share in the festivities of this weekend, may they serve to remind us of the challenges our forebearers faced; their perseverance, their courage, and their indomitable spirit.

Randy Hillier,MPP for Lanark, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington

HISTORYThe 200th Anniversary celebrations taking place in Drummond/North Elmsley, Beckwith, Tay Valley townships and the Town of Perth offer us an opportunity to reflect on the relationship between settlers, immigrants and First Nations people going back beyond the 200th anniversary year of 1816 to the time of first contact.

The communities that now make up Perth and District came to be as living conditions in Britain and Europe deteriorated. The British government developed an emigration policy that saw parts of what now is Lanark County settled as early as 1790. The push in Perth and District began in 1816.

The Perth Military Settlement was one of the three strategic defensive outposts created along the Rideau Corridor after the War of 1812. The goal was to establish a trained reserve force along the Tay River in case of another conflict with the United States. Settlers were enticed by land grants to officers and soldiers according to their rank.

Perth was named for a town and river in Scotland and it evolved from a frontier centre in the wilderness to become the social judicial and administrative hub for the Scottish and Irish settlers who survived the difficult journey across the Atlantic. Surrounding townships were surveyed to accommodate the new arrivals.

In 1823, Perth became the capital of the District of Bathurst, attracting a large number of moneyed and educated settlers. Between 1826 and 1832, the Rideau Canal was built as a safe inland military route from Kingston to Ottawa, which created a local economic boom. The Tay Canal from Perth to the Lower Rideau Lake was constructed first in the 1830s and then rebuilt in the 1880s as a commercial waterway. Perth became the county seat in 1850 and remains so. Its grand architecture is evidence of the industrial booms that peppered its history.

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HISTORY

The dairy industry became the largest part of the local farming economy, and Balderson’s cheddar became internationally renowned. Agriculture, logging and small-scale mining were prominent industries and shoes, whiskey and soap were among the exports from the area.

Since its initial development, Perth has grown and changed over the 200 years, which is represented in the Town of Perth’s brand “Heritage Perth” and tagline “Aged to Perfection!”.

Want to discover more about our history?Then check out the Perth and District Historical Society‘s Website at www.perthhs.org

You can also learn of our shared history by visiting the Ardoch Algonquin First Nation website at www.aafna.ca,  the Shabot Obaadjiwan Algonquin First Nation website at www.shabotobaadjiwan.net and the Algonquins of Ontario at www.tanakiwin.com

Learn about the original settlers’ plots by visiting the Historical Mapping Project at 200thanniversary.lanarkcountytourism.com/maps

Want to walk down memory lane? Then you’ve got to visit David Bromley’s Perth Remembered website at www.perthremembered.com

Better yet, get an in-person experience by visiting the Matheson House Perth Museum at 11 Gore St. in downtown Heritage Perth!

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BBQ BLOCK PARTY 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fun at the Perth Fairgrounds. Full schedule and details on page 10.• CANADIAN STONE CARVING FESTIVAL

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.• NIGHT-SHIRT PARADE 9:30 p.m.• FIREWORKS SHOW 9:45 p.m.

THE GOOD OL’ DAYS PARADE 10 a.m. Downtown Perth: The Factory to Stewart Park. Sponsored by Allan and Partners LLP.

OPENING CEREMONIES 11:30 a.m. Stewart ParkWe’ll officially launch Homecoming weekend with a celebration of the Perth Military Settlement! Representatives from the four municipalities making up the settlement will be there, and we’ll have special presentations from our Scottish and Japanese guests as well as the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario!

MILITARY TATTOO PERFORMANCE 12 p.m. Stewart ParkIncludes a performance encompassing pipes, drums bands and highland dancers. Sponsored by Barnabe’s Independent Grocer.

BBQ BLOCK PARTY 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Perth Fairgrounds. Full schedule and details on page 10.

PERTH LEGACY DRY STONE BRIDGE PROJECT All day Stewart ParkThe Perth Legacy Bridge Project will be completed thanks to the efforts of the Drystone Project participants! They’ll be working on a gorgeous bridge creation and rehabilitation down at the former Outdoor Swimming Pool.

P&DCI REUNION 5 to 11 p.m. PDCI 13 Victoria St.Meet and Greet for its Reunion Celebrations at the high school.

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PERTH FARMERS’ MARKET 8 a.m. to 1p.m. Crystal PalaceShowcasing our area’s local produce and artisans at the Crystal Palace by the Tay Basin.

HISTORICAL MAPPING PROJECT & INFORMAL FAMILY REUNION 1-5 p.m. Perth FairgroundsDiscover the Perth Military Settlement’s plot lines and come together at the Perth 200 tent hosted at the BBQ Block Party to meet original descendants. Sign the Homecoming guestbook, too!

VETERAN RECOGNITION CEREMONY Lt. Andrew Playfair of the 104th Regiment of Foot War of 1812 3 p.m. Elmwood Cemetery

BLUE RODEO The Juno-award winning band will perform on the other side of the Fairgrounds. The show has sold out, and gates for the concert open at 6 p.m. VIP section sponsored by BMO.

BBQ BLOCK PARTY 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Perth Fairgrounds. Full schedule and details on page 10.

ECUMENICAL SERVICE 1:30 p.m. Stewart ParkOrganized by the Perth Ministerial Association, this service will take place on the stage at Stewart Park. Refreshments served afterwards. Sponsored by the Perth Fair Board.

BOWES BROTHERS Following Ecumenical Service

CLASSIC THEATRE FESTIVAL PRESENTS Arms and the Man 54 Beckwith St. E.July 22 at 8 p.m., July 23 at 2 & 8 p.m., July 24 at 2 p.m.

STUDIO THEATRE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS London Suite 63 Gore St. E. July 22, 23 at 7:30 p.m., July 24 at 2 p.m.

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6. LOCAL FOOD VENDORS7. KIDS’ ZONE

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10. NIGHTSHIRT PARADE11. FIREWORKS

1. OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONIES2. MILITARY TATTOO PERFORMANCE

3. LEGACY DRY STONE PROJECT1. ECUMENICAL SERVICE

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Classic Theatre Festival ARMS AND THE MAN

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3. LEGACY DRY STONE PROJECT1. ECUMENICAL SERVICE

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KIDS’ ZONE 12 to 8 p.m. $10 unlimited-use wristband for whole weekend! Sponsored by Shaw Direct

CANADIAN STONE CARVING FESTIVAL 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Craftsmanship will be at its finest this weekend when a group of stone carvers arrive in Perth to demonstrate their talent at the annual Canadian Stone Carving Festival. They’ll have a tent set up at the Perth Fairgrounds, and the public is welcome to watch the carvers in action at the BBQ Block Party!

MAIN STAGE Emceed by Lake 88.14-5:30 p.m. The Brockolees5:45 p.m. BBQ Block Party Official Opening6-7:30 p.m. Under the Covers Live Performance8-9:45 p.m. The Lucky B’s Live Performance

NIGHT-SHIRT PARADE 9:30 p.m.It’s a long-standing tradition in Perth! Children and adults can take part in the night-shirt parade that will snake its way along half the track at the Perth Fairgrounds. Sponsored by Laser Electric.

FIREWORKS SHOW 9:45 p.m. The Perth Firefighters’ Association will launch a Fireworks show. You can watch it from the Perth Fairgrounds, and will take place following the Night-shirt parade. Sponsored by Metroland Media/Perth Courier.

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THE BBQ BLOCK PARTY P E R T H F A I R G R O U N D S

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50 ARTHUR STREET • PERTH ONTARIO • K7H 3E3

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The BBQ Block Party, hosted by the Rotary Club of Perth in partnership with the Town of Perth, is a three-day block party with ribs, live entertainment, children’s activities, food vendors, car shows and more! This weekend-long celebration at the Perth Fairgrounds will give residents and visitors the chance to re-connect over good food, amazing music and great company. The BBQ Block Party runs Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday, and it’s entry by donation. The funds raised go to the Rotary Club of Perth for community-wide projects. Wristbands provided by Jim Noble/Noble Wealth Management/RBC Dominion Securities. Learn more at www.bbqblockparty.com

KIDS’ ZONE 12 to 8 p.m. $10 unlimited-use wrist band for whole weekend! Sponsored by Shaw Direct

CANADIAN STONE CARVING FESTIVAL 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

ANTIQUE CAR SHOW 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Sponsored by the Rideau Group Inc., Glenview Iron and Metal and Enbridge

MAIN STAGE1-2:30 p.m. Splash’N Boots Concert3-5 p.m. Brea Lawrenson Concert5:30-7:30 p.m. Riq Turner Band Concert

BLUE RODEO 8-9:30 p.m. Takes place on the other side of the Fairgrounds. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets sold out. BBQ Block Party remains open during concert.

KIDS’ ZONE 12 to 7 p.m. $10 unlimited-use wrist band for whole weekend! Sponsored by Shaw Direct

CANADIAN STONE CARVING FESTIVAL 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CLASSIC CAR SHOW 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Sponsored by the Rideau Group Inc., Glenview Iron and Metal and Enbridge

MAIN STAGE11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jazz Lunch with Peter Woods1:30-3 p.m. Country Afternoon Concert3 p.m. Canadian Stone Carving Festival Public Auction4-5:30 p.m. Jukebox Jamboree

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The BBQ Block Party, hosted by the Rotary Club of Perth in partnership with the Town of Perth, is a three-day block party with ribs, live entertainment, children’s activities, food vendors, car shows and more! This weekend-long celebration at the Perth Fairgrounds will give residents and visitors the chance to re-connect over good food, amazing music and great company. The BBQ Block Party runs Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday, and it’s entry by donation. The funds raised go to the Rotary Club of Perth for community-wide projects. Wristbands provided by Jim Noble/Noble Wealth Management/RBC Dominion Securities. Learn more at www.bbqblockparty.com

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THANK YOU!The Perth 200th anniversary celebrations wouldn’t happen without the ongoing support of our partners and sponsors. The Town of Perth would like the thank the following groups and businesses for their support:

PIONEER:

ARTISAN:

FARMER:

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Law & Orders • Maximilian’s • The Perth Soap Co. • The Stone Cellar East Meets West • Bistro 54 • The Golden Arrow • Fiddlehead’s Bar and Grill

O’Reilly’s Ale House • Sunflower Bake Shop • Bruce and Lise Decosse CGIS Spatial Solutions • Royal LePage Advantage Real Estate • A&B Ford

Commonwell Insurance • Hartington Equipment • Oakes Truck Sales Glen Tay Transportation • Hinton Dodge Chrysler • Coutts Coffee

JOINT SPONSORS:Code Construction • Egg Farmers of Ontario

K. James Construction • Perth & District Septic Service • OMYA

LEGACY DRYSTONE PROJECT PARTNERS:

Algonquin College • Drystone Canada • Tackaberry • Crain’s ConstructionUpper Canada Stone Company Ltd. • Canadian Heritage Legacy Fund

Perth Brewery • Rideauview Contracts • Town of Perth

OUR PARTNERS:

WE’D ALSO LIKE TO THANK:

The Town of Perth Council and StaffThe Perth 200th Anniversary Advisory Panel

The Perth Military Settlement Joint CommitteeThe Rotary Club of Perth

The Historical Mapping ProjectThe Perth Firefighters’ Association

The Civitan Club of PerthAnd...the Volunteers!

These events wouldn’t happen without our amazing volunteers. Thank you!

Dyke and Murphy Professional Corp. • Perth Brewery Top Shelf Distillers • Finnegan Insurance

SETTLER:

TRADESPERSON:

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