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A Great Place to Discover – Town of Englee
The Town of Englee is a Great Place to Discover, nestled near the eastern tip of the Great Northern Peninsula. The scenic town has much to offer those who take the time to visit…
A Snapshot of Englee from the Gazebo. Photo provided by Doris Randell, Town Clerk
I enjoy driving through this quaint little fishing Town located on ocean’s edge. The fishing boats line the harbour and the craggy coastline is quite visible, with Barr’d Island just on the horizon. There are many older dwellings and buildings, some more than 100 years old. John Reeves General Store dates back to the early 1900′s, grew to many outposts, saw many close up shop, yet has maintained their operation in Englee. The Town has some unique vernacular architecture from the churches, salt-box homes and heritage houses; some are painted in splashy bright colours.
One could spend the day hiking a number of trails. If you are up for the challenge, you may even get to visit the gazebo at the top of the hill. The Town has thoughtfully provided a central parking area, free of charge, for any visitor to park and take in the beauty of the Town. Ensure to bring a camera, as the opportunity to get some great images is high! Make your own art. If you are lucky you will see some wildlife, whales and maybe an iceberg. As well, they have a wheelchair accessible day park with plenty of picnic tables and fire pits for cooking. This can provide you with some time to have a scoff (a great meal), rest and take in the beauty of nature.
This year adds extra excitement as the Town and Come Home Year Committee have been tirelessly planning and organizing a Come Home Year Celebration! The dates, Sunday, August 14th until closing day on August 20th, 2011. Mark your calendars!
Below is a tentative schedule as posted by Madeline Newman on the Englee Come Home Year Facebook Group: Englee Come Home Year 2011
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_336199157541
Englee Come Home Year Tentative schedule
Subject to change
Day 1: Sunday August 14, 2011
1:30-3:00pm Opening Ceremony
Location: Playground (weather permitting)
• Prayer
• Ribbon & Cake Cutting
• Church Service
• Mayoral Address (Rudy Porter)
• Meet ‘N’ Greet
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Day 2: Monday August 15, 2011
8:00-9:30am Registration
Location: Municipal Building
8:00-10:00am Breakfast at the Apostolic Faith Group House
10:00am Kids Day
Bike Parade
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes will be awarded for decorated bikes
Location: Apostolic Faith Parking Lot (ride to the playground)
11:00am -4:00pm Games and Activities
Bounce House
• 50 Meter Race
• Sack Race
• Spoon Race
• Long Jump
• Bunny Hop
• Obstacle Race
• Other Games & Activities
All participants will receive a prize
Healthy Snacks will be provided
12:00pm-2:00pm Dinner at the Faith Pentecostal Church
• Potluck with tea or coffee ($7)
• Serving up to 100 people
6:00pm Little Mr & Little Miss Pageant
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd Prizes will be awarded for each category
Location: H. G. Fillier Academy
• 3-5 years of age
• 6-8 “ “
• 9-12 “ “
• 13-18 (?) “
8:30pm Community Bonfire
Location: Lockers Point
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Day 3: Tuesday August 16, 2011
8:00am-9:30am Registration
10:00am Motorcade
Location: Municipal Building
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prizes will be awarded for best decorated vehicles
1:00pm Grand Opening and Naming of the Town’s Heritage sites
• Barnes House
• Dr. B. T Gillard Memorial Park
• Harvey’s Stage
• The Replica of the Schooner the Nellie Reeves
4:00pm-6:00pm Supper at the Faith Pentecostal Church
• Cold Plates with tea or coffee ($7)
• Serving up to 100 people
7:00pm Variety Show
• Skits
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Day 4: Wednesday August 17, 2011
Family Day
3:00pm-5:00pm
Finger foods at the Apostolic Faith Church Group House
6:00pm Light the Tree of Memories
• Make a donation in memory of a loved one & a bulb will be lit in their honour
7:00pm Gospel Fest
Location: H. G. Fillier Academy
10:00pm Entertainment
Location: Fire hall
• Dave McHugh
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Day 5: Thursday August 18, 2011
10:00am-12:00pm Englee Day Festival
Games, booths ($20.00) and various activities
• Row-boat Racing
• Tug of War
• Log Throwing
• Log Sawing
• Dunk Tank
• Balloon/Dart game
• Money Ring Game
• Other Games & Activities
*Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for each event*
12:00pm-3:00pm Dinner at the Salvation Army Church
• Meal Vouchers sold in advance (Soup & sandwiches, tea or coffee) $5.00
• Games will continue throughout the day
5:00pm-6:30pm & 6:30-8:00pm Supper at the Salvation Army Church
6:30 Open air service
Location: Apostolic Faith Parking Lot
• Fisherman’s Brew’s tea or coffee ($7.00 a serving)
9:00pm Open Mic at Fire hall (must be 19 or older)
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Day 6: Friday August 19, 2011
8:30am-11:00 Breakfast at the United Church Hall
• Beans, bologna & fresh bread (tea or coffee)
• Or bacon, eggs, toast (tea or coffee)
2:00pm-4:00pm Seniors Social, visiting & tea
Location: United Church Hall
5:00pm Community Supper (meal vouchers will be sold in advance)
Location: H. G. Fillier Academy
9:00pm Entertainment (teenage dance)
Location: Fire Hall
• Jodi Rice & Band
10:00pm Fireworks
Location:
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Day 7: August 20, 2011
8:00am-11:00 Breakfast at the Salvation Army
Beans, bologna & fresh bread (tea or coffee) or bacon, eggs, toast (tea or coffee).
10:00am Community Bobber Race
Pay $1 for a bobber. There will be 1st, 2nd, & 3rd prizes for the winners
Location: Batteau Cove Brook
2:00pm-4pm Family Picnic (everyone responsible for their own food)
Location: Ball Field (no pets allowed)
10:00pm Entertainment (adult community dance)
Location: shelter?
• Jodi Rice & band
Day 8: Sunday August 21, 2011
1:30 Closing Ceremonies
• Boat Tours will be available through Scenic Pursuit Ltd Bide Arm (ph# 709 457-2706 or 7678)
• Moose Burgers will be sold at Fire hall throughout the week
• United Church Hall will be open daily from 8:00am-8:00pm for tea, coffee , and to do some socializing
• Barnes House & Harvey’s Stage opened daily
Anyone with any suggestions or ideas can contact one of the committee members or send Madeline a message at engleechy2011@yahoo.ca. It will be brought to a meeting where a decision will be made if it will be added it to our schedule or not. Anyone wanting to take part in the Variety Show or Gospel Fest can do the same, only it will not be brought to a meeting.
There is always lots of activity in Rural NL on the Great Northern Peninsula. This summer ensure to add the Town of Englee to your list of places to visit and make your own discoveries.
Live Rural NL -
Christopher C. Mitchelmore
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The Tip of the Great Northern Pen
The Great Northern Peninsula has many worldy treasures, fabulous businesses, natural wonders and characters in every community. As I reflect back on my vacation, it would take me weeks to describe all the places I’ve been, people I met and experiences I’ve had…the good thing is that I have the time to tell you a little bit….the rest you may have to experience for yourself….
June 28, 2010 – St. Anthony, NL
At the very tip is the peninsula’s economic hub with various industry, government services, tourist attractions and yes….for all you quintessentially Canadians out there…it has a Tim Horton’s! It is also coined ICEBERG ALLEY….rightfully so as it boasts the province’s longest season for iceberg sightings. You don’t have to take my word for it, just visit www.icebergfinder.com.
One can often view the lovely ‘bergs from scenic Fishing Point. It was my first stop!
Fishing Point Lighthouse
Fishing Point has pristine views of the Town of St. Anthony, Harbour and peaks off into the ocean. It is comparable to Signal Hill, St. Johns with respect to its offering and viewscapes. We had the ability to see an iceberg off in the distance, as well as fishing boats and Northland Discovery Boat Tours setting sail for its first expedition of the day (http://www.discovernorthland.com).
Fishing Point has numerous walking trails and rest stops. It is a social commons for the locals as much as it is for tourists and other visitors. I am glad this space is shared because it is breathtaking, tranquil and beautiful.
"Leifsburdir"
The Lightkeeper’s Cafe, which has remarkable sea food and sits on the hill with the best views in Town. Just underneath is the Great Viking Feast and Dinner Theatre, “”Leifsburdir”. It is the only sod-covered restaurant in North America. It seems the Great Northern Peninsula has a lot of firsts, unique findings and other oddities that appeal to me and many others as those who live or chose to visit enjoy the fabric of everything rural!
As well, the Fishing Point Emporium has a wide selection of souvenirs and a textile exhibit which includes a polar bear display and many interpretative panels noting the wildlife that lives in the region. After spending some time it was certainly time to take in more this fair Town has to offer. However, when leaving my friend wanted to take a photo of the cemetary I was passing. He noted that our graveyards are so much different than in other parts of Europe. I’ve travelled to more than 25 countries and never thought the way we bury our dead as being different, but after recalling all the cemetaries visited in Europe, I understood. I guess you often don’t question your own culture and heritage as you do with others. I don’t have an explaination for this difference, but I do know it exists. I guess growing up rural we accept our way of life and continue with some traditions, despite being exposed to the world around us. We are unique in many ways and have many things to offer…..Fishing Point is just one of those great places you must go again and again….
Take another look…
CCM
