Canada Day with berries at the Lost Villages Museum

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LONG JUMP — Friends and families gathered for Canada Day fun at the Lost Villages Museum in South Stormont, patriotically munching on red and white strawberry social cakes.

“It’s delicious strawberry shortcake, great barbecue, fun entertainment and things for the whole family. It’s not too crowded, which is nice for the little ones, to have space to run around,” said Alyssa Ouimet, who was at the event with her family.

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Live music, a fashion show, local artisans, a children’s train ride, lawn games and more entertained guests of all ages. Late morning and early afternoon performers included Ed & Marie, The Neighbors and Kevin Rivette, playing some calm and uplifting tunes.

“It’s great weather, great crowd and everyone seems to be having a good time. We are very happy,” said Gloria Waldroff, volunteer and event organizer.

The Friendly Circle Senior Club was also on site with a silent auction. In addition to providing recreation and leisure programs for seniors, the club raises funds to support student scholarships.

“My mom lives in Long Sault, so we come here to the Museum of Lost Villages every year,” said Sonya Gauthier of Montreal. “There are some games for the kids, it’s a nice and relaxing event.”

Down the road from Long Sault at Arnold Bethune Park, the Lion’s Club of Ingleside, Long Sault and Lost Villages offered balloon and magic shows for kids, bouncy castles, old-fashioned carnival games and more. Plus something for adults — Eddy and the Stingrays perform in the beer garden after 6pm

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