February 11-12, 2012 

Festival of Ice

The wineries of Lake Erie North Shore are welcoming you for a visit this February with an assortment of winter open house activities. At Sprucewood we will be hosting our traditional winter skating fun on the pond, with a fire pit nearby to warm your hands. Inside we will be sampling many of your favorite wines, with live music care of The Dan Wood Jazz Combo. There will also be hot beverages and snacks to munch on. This year we ... (read more) Sprucewood Shores Vineyard  for a complete list of bands and chefs. Colio Wines listing of events

May12 - 13, 2012

Spring Shore and Songbird Celebration

Join expert naturalists to celebrate shore and songbirds as they migrate through the international renowned Hillman Marsh habitat May 7 and May 8 , 9am to 4pm. See the birds up close and personal as they are banded by experts.  For directions and more information please visit www.erca.org

May 25 - 26, 2012 

Amherstburg Garden Tour

Come on out to this popular weekend event, View gardens, take home ideas and feel rejuvenated by the inspiring gardens. Private and public sites - something for everyone. Don't miss the Horticultural Fair. Plant show and sale. United Communities Credit Union Complex 3295 Meloche Road Amherstburg, Ontario

June 06 -- September 02 2012

Sips, Sounds & Bites

Visit Sprucewood Shores ( just 5.3 kms from McKinnons Lakeside B&B ) on Sundays to enjoy live entertainment on the patio and grass overlooking beautiful Lake Erie. Enjoy a glass of wine or picnic basket goodies and soak in the music and view. Also, check out cooking demonstrations performed by a different chef at 12pm, followed by tapas (various $) until 4pm! Visit Sprucewood Shores Vineyard  for a complete list of bands and chefs.

September 6 - 9, 2012 

Shores of Erie Wine Festival

Shores of Erie Wine International Wine Festival Indulge yourself by sampling the many award-winning wines that Lake Erie’s North Shore has to offer. Then, pair your selections with fine cuisine from some of the most notable restaurants of the area. Tickets should be purchased in advanced, as it has been a sold out event each year.

September 23, 2012 

World Alzheimers Run For Heroes Marathon

Heroes live amongst us, raise the bar, and make us all better people. 1812 Medals and shirts , in commemoration of the heroes that fought in the war of 1812! This run allows you to say,''I am running for the person who has made a difference in my life.'' Gorgeous flat and fast Boston qualifier course for more information go to Running Flat

September 15-23, 2012 

Festival of Hawks

Festival of Hawks: Walk from McKinnon's Lakeside Bed and Breakfast to Holiday Beach and talk to the experts on call at the Hawk Tower at this globally significant and important Bird Area with Hawk identification daily. On weekends, attend banding demonstrations, wild hawk releases and talks. Fun activities for the whole family! Sept. 10 & 11 banding and Sept. 17 & 18 main festival. Call 1-519- 776-5209 or visit www.erca.org  for more information.