Author: Larry Peach

Welcome to the monthly online Rendez-vous de la Baie newsletter! Our Fall business hours are Monday to Friday: 7am to 5pm, and Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 3pm. The Café can stay open after the regular hours to accommodate special events. Contact us to verify: 902-769-3674.

ACTIVITIES AT RENDEZ-VOUS DE LA BAIE

FREE COFFEE PROMO – Wednesday, Nov. 13, 1 pm to 4 pm
Gary Jenner from Nova Coffee and our Rendez-vous Café team are looking forward to serving samples of new products for you! Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 1 to 4 pm, and sample free coffee, seasonal lattes and iced coffee drinks. Participate in giveaways and draws! This is your chance to give us input into our coffee selections. Gary can also answer your home brewing questions.

Explore Printmaking Technique at the Manivelle, Thursdays, 10 am to 1 pm
Come discover the art of print-making with Sheila LeBlanc-Joyce. The first 3 Thursdays are free. All materials needed for printmaking are available at La Manivelle. After your 3 free sessions you can either:
1. Become a member of La Manivelle for an annual fee of $50, which gives you free and unlimited use of La Manivelle. However you will have to pay for the paper that you use. The price is clearly indicated for each type of paper, or
2. Pay $2.50 per hour for the use of La Manivelle and you will have to pay for the paper that you use. Contact: Sheila 902-769-2302

LES HAY BABIES: Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 8 pm, Marc-Lescarbot theatre
Tickets available for $12$, 15$ at the door. On sale at the Rendez-vous de la Baie Café.
Indie-folk trio, composed of three women with vibrant personalities. Originally from New Brunswick, Katrine Noël, Vivianne Roy and Julie Aubé weave their accents to create a pleasant ambiance and present their unique indie-folk sound. Even though their voices may give you chills, their lyrics and stories will warm you up instantly, like a hot apple cider.

“Magasinez à la Baie” (Shop in Clare), December 2-8
The Clare Chamber of Commerce is coordinating “Magasinez à la Baie”, a promotion to encourage residents to shop locally during the week of December. The Chamber is seeking participating merchants. The Municipality is on board and will be sponsoring the $1000 Grand Prize. The winner will have a choice to select gift certificates totaling $1000 from participating merchants in Clare. Cost is $150 to participate, and participating merchants will have ballot boxes. Monies from merchants will be used to promote the event in the local media. The Chamber will also contribute money to make sure we have great exposure. Watch for the promotions and shop locally! For more information, contact Paul-Emile LeBlanc: 902-769-5312.

As in previous years, the Conseil des Arts de la Baie is coordinating EXPO-VENTE once again in the Le Trécarré Art Gallery, from Nov. 20 to Dec. 31, 2013. The souvenir boutique at Rendez-vous de la Baie also carries a wide assortment of local arts and crafts. Come join us by supporting local artists and shopping locally!

CAFÉ NEWS

Promotion of the Month: Lobster Chowder
The Rendez-vous Café is now offering our popular Lobster Chowder everyday, $5.99!

Stay tuned for future promotions! For information on our daily specials and special events, call 902-769-3674 or “Like” the Rendez-vous de la Baie Facebook Page

SPONSOR OF THE MONTH : LE CONSEIL DE DÉVELOPPEMENT ÉCONOMIQUE DE LA NOUVELLE-ÉCOSSE (NOVEMBER)

The Rendez-vous de la Baie is very pleased to announce that the Le Conseil de développement économique de la Nouvelle-Écosse – BDE is the sponsor of the month for November 2013. Their generous contribution provides everyone with free access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre museum halls.

Managed by the CDÉNÉ, Business Development and Entrepreneurship (CDENE-BDE) provides high-quality business services in the rural Acadian and Francophone regions of Nova Scotia. The team members are able to advise you to manage your business or to realize your ideas to start your own business.
CDENE-BDE primarily offers business counselling and consulting services for aspiring entrepreneurs and for those wishing to expand and/or upgrade their business.

CDÉNÉ-SAE provides entrepreneurs a range of information relevant to the business world and frequently organizes networking events. The center conducts numerous activities to raise awareness (especially for young people) to the importance of entrepreneurship.

CDENE-BDE is part of one of the five provincial members of the Alliance of University Business Development Centers (UBDC) and is the only member to provide full services in both official languages.
We invite you to visit our website: http://www.cdene.ns.ca/Entrepreneuriat.aspx

Access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre (Museum) at Rendez-vous de la Baie is now free of charge. New since 2012, the admission fees have been replaced by a Donation box, as well as a new Corporate Sponsorship Program.

For more information on the Corporate Sponsorship Program, please view the PDF.

PARTNERSHIPS IN PROGRESS

CONCOURS : THE BEST OF YAS (Yarmouth & Acadian Shores)
Voting has started! Head to www.bestofyas.com and vote for all your local favorites! One vote per day for all of November!

2014 Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Visitors’ Guide
Sales for the 2014 Visitors Guide have begun. The guide committee has met several times, and the guide is on track to be published for January 2014. 100,000 copies of the guide will be printed. To book an ad in the guide, contact The Vanguard at (902) 742-7111.
Click for information on advertising rates

IMPORTANT LINKS
Clare Event Calendar
Baie Sainte-Marie Tourism
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores November Newsletter

Have any questions or comments?
Contact Larry Peach: Manager, Rendez-vous de la Baie & Tourism Director, Municipality of Clare
902-769-1234 [ email ]
Café: 902-769-3674 Visitor Information: 902-769-2345

Welcome to the monthly online Rendez-vous de la Baie newsletter! Please feel free to share with your friends and colleagues.

NEW LOGO, NEW LOOK
The Rendez-vous de la Baie Operations Committee and the Clare Tourism Committee have decided to re-brand the Centre with an emphasis on attracting tourist markets. The primary description has changed to “Visitor Centre” with a redesigned logo and signage that incorporates the signature red roof of the building. These changes have been made to make it easier for visitors to locate the Centre.

ACTIVITIES @ RENDEZ-VOUS DE LA BAIE

Musique de la Baie, Mondays, June 24 to Sept. 30, 5 pm-7 pm
New for 2013, the Rendez-vous is participating in the popular “Musique de la Baie” program. Discover Acadian “kitchen parties” featuring local musicians. Admission free with a purchase. Nachos are now available (Mondays only). Reservations recommended: 902-769-3674.
July 22 – Christal Thibault
July 29 – Christal Thibault
* August 5 – Kyle & Lisa Doucette (*note this is a special event during the Festival acadien where tickets will be sold. See details below in a note about the Wine and Food event)
August 12 – Gerard LeBlanc
August 19 – Kyle & Lisa Doucette
August 26 – Christal Thibault

Press Conference – Festival acadien de Clare, Friday, July 19, at 2 pm

You are cordially invited to the Festival acadien de Clare’s press conference, held at the Rendez-vous de la Baie. Attending this conference is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the 2013 Festival activities and events and to meet the organizers and partners. Consult the Festival website for the complete program: http://www.festivalacadiendeclare.ca/
For more information: Charles MacDougall, Marketing and Communications Officer. festivalmarketing2013@gmail.com 902-769-0832

At the Trécarré Art Gallery
During the months of July and August, the art exhibition will be “The Words – Les Mots” which showcases works made by members of the Conseil des Arts de la Baie. At the same time, the exhibit “Alcuin 2012: Alcuin Society Awards for Excellence in Book Design in Canada” will be hosted by the gallery from July 22 to August 21. This will be the first time that this national collection is exhibited in our community. All are invited to attend. Click to learn more (in French).

Art de la Baie workshop at Rendez-vous – Monotype with Sheila LeBlanc : Friday, July 26, 10 am – 3 pm
Sheila will demystify the world of art prints through a monotype workshop. Acetates and Akua inks give a rich effect using a simple technique. All levels are capable of learning. Inspired by the beauty of the Baie, elements of nature and the human form, our collaborative work will be accessible and interesting. A workshop of 50-60 minutes will be offered in French and/or in English. Material included. Contact Danny at 902-769-2345 or vicclare@gmail.com
Other upcoming workshops:
Thursday, August 1: Valérie Nadon (visual arts)
Thursday, August 8: Karen Boudreau (linocut)
Thursday, August 15: Nora Robicheau (collage)

Outdoor Movie Night, Tuesday, July 30 at 9:30 pm
Participate in outdoor film night in the back courtyard at Rendez-vous de la Baie. Featuring: La Cabane. Free admission. Presented by Festival acadien in collaboration with Rendez-vous de la Baie. Café open until 10:30 pm, popcorn will be available.

An Evening of French Storytelling by Les Baranquex, Thursday, Aug. 1, at 7 pm
Featuring: Nicole Boudreau, Blanche Comeau, Robert Frappier, Anne LeBlanc, Judith Patouma, Daniel Robichaud et Marie-Colombe-Robichaud. Music by James Quinlan. In the Acadian Interpretation Centre. Cost: $6

Soirée Rendez-vous with Wine and Cheese, Monday, August 5, 6 pm-9 pm
Participants are Luckett Vineyards, Comeau’s Farm Market and Hug Your Nanny Goat Cheese Farm, as well as special guests. Luckett Vineyards will have their newly launched wines! Semi-formal please. Music by Kyle and Lisa Doucette. You can purchase tickets through the Festival acadien (769-0832) or at the Rendez-vous de la Baie café. Cost: $15 per person or $25 for 2. Sponsored by: Clare Chamber of Commerce

Lantern Tours: Legends of the Baie, 4 pm-5 pm (several dates)
During the Festival acadien on Wednesdays: July 31, August 7 and 14 and Wednesday, July 24 (11 am-12 noon). In the Acadian Interpretation Centre. Available in English and French. Free activity. To book a group, contact Danny at 902-769-2345 or vicclare@gmail.com

WEB SITE LAUNCH: www.baiesaintemarie.ca

The official tourism website for Clare/Baie Sainte-Marie has been updated! You will find a wide range of visitor information ranging from culture and heritage attractions, parks and recreation, artists, accommodations, where to eat, as well as a calendar of events and activities. There are new pages on Acadian experiences, videos, maps, webcams, weather and tides and more. We strongly encourage you to share the link as well as update it on your website. There is also a links page for our Partners!

CAFÉ NEWS

Welcome to Gaetane Thériault to the café team (shown in photo) as a part-time server. Now that summer is here, come enjoy our Cold Drinks! Smoothies: tropical, wild berry, frappuccino and iced drinks: coffee, café mocha, ice cappucino $3.75. Iced tea $2.49.

Facebook Contest! Like and Share our Facebook page for a chance to win great prizes! For information on our daily specials and special events, “Like” the Rendez-vous de la Baie Facebook Page.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE (VIC)
Drop by and welcome back Nicole Thimot to the Rendez-vous de la Baie team, our summer student at the VIC. Don’t forget to pick up a free Clare tear-off map and check out the expanded gift shop.

SPONSOR OF THE MONTH: HISTORIC GARDENS (JULY)

The Rendez-vous de la Baie is very pleased to announce that Historic Gardens is the sponsor of the month for July 2013. Their generous contribution provides everyone with free access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre museum halls.

Located in historic Annapolis Royal, the Historic Gardens was recently selected as “One of 5 North American Gardens Worth Travelling For”. With 17 acres of gardens telling the story of Nova Scotia from a horticultural perspective, the Gardens are a “must see” attraction. One highlight of significance is the reproduction of a 1671 thatched Acadian house garden and dyked lands, reminiscent of the time when the Annapolis Royal area was thriving as the Cradle of Acadie.

Access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre (Museum) at Rendez-vous de la Baie is now free of charge. New since 2012, the admission fees have been replaced by a Donation box, as well as a new Corporate Sponsorship Program.

For more information on the Corporate Sponsorship Program, please view the PDF.

PARTNERSHIPS IN PROGRESS

New Visitor Experience: Acadian Shore Adventure Tour
New for the 2013 season, the Clare Tourism Department is offering a guided tour experience to attract new visitors to Clare from the Digby area. Danny Blinn is leading this experience every Monday during the tourist season, using a 14-seat Transport de Clare bus (please note there will be no tour on July 29).
Click to read an illustrated article about the June 24 Familiarization Tour. To book your seat, contact Danny at 902-769-2345 or visit page for details.

Acadian Passport
Brochures have been re-printed to encourage tourists to visit the circuit of 8 Acadian cultural and heritage sites and learn the story of Acadie in southwest Nova Scotia from past to present. Watch for the new display signs that identify these participating sites.

New Geocaching Series: Clare and Argyle
The municipalities of Clare and Argyle are coordinating a new geocaching series to encourage visitors to explore Acadian heritage sites of the Acadian Shores. This project is in partnership with Nova Scotia CAP (Community access program) sites, managed by the Acadian federation of Nova Scotia (FANE). The new geocaches will be placed this summer by a team of students. Later in the year, a new brochure will be re-designed and printed for the 2014 season, so stay tuned!

Have any questions or comments?
Contact Larry Peach: Manager, Rendez-vous de la Baie & Tourism Director, Municipality of Clare
902-769-1234 [ courriel ]
Café: 902-769-3674 Visitor Information: 902-769-2345

Welcome to the monthly online Rendez-vous de la Baie newsletter! Please feel free to share with your friends and colleagues.

SUMMER HOURS
Effective Monday, June 10 our summer hours will be 7 am to 7 pm from Monday to Friday and 9 am to 5 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. The Café may stay open longer to accommodate for special events. Don’t forget the Rendez-vous is an ideal location for community meetings and events – and it’s free! Contact Larry 902-769-1234 or lpeach@municipality.clare.ns.ca to reserve.

ACTIVITIES AT RENDEZ-VOUS DE LA BAIE!

At the Trécarré Art Gallery
Discover a new exhibition at Le Trécarré during May and June until July 2: “2011–2012 New Brunswick Art Bank Acquisitions”. Click to learn more.

Potluck in the new Conseil des arts de la Baie Art Room, Wednesday, June 12, 7 pm
You are invited to a POT LUCK to be held on Wednesday June 12 at 7 pm in our new art room, adjacent to La Manivelle, across the hall from the CAB office. Come and enjoy the opportunity to socialize between friends with a glass of wine and see the works accomplished during the past year. Take a look at the prints collection of the La Manivelle, which until now was sleeping in our drawers. At the same time, you can have a look at Détraqué exhibition, as well as the 2011–2012 New Brunswick Art Bank Acquisitions Exhibition at Le Trécarré.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice, Friday, June 21
Join Sahara Dragon in the outdoor courtyard for an evening of ambient music, special effects and other interactive activities. Café open until 10:30 pm. Contact: Michael Gaudet 902-769-3610.
Visit the Sahara Dragon Facebook page.

Musique de la Baie, Mondays, June 24 to Sept. 30, 5 pm-7 pm
New for 2013, the Rendez-vous will be participating in the popular “Musique de la Baie” program. Discover Acadian “kitchen parties” featuring local musicians. Admission free with a meal purchase. Reservations recommended: 902-769-3674.
Other Clare participants in Musique de la Baie for 2013:
* Roadside Grill, Tuesdays 5:30 pm-7:30 pm, 902-837-5047
* La Cuisine Robicheau, Wednesdays, 6 pm-8 pm, 902-769-2121
* Around the Bend, Thursdays, 6 pm-8 pm, 902-645-3313
* Les Beaux vendredis, Fridays, 6 pm-9 pm, 902-769-8618

Art de la Baie showcase series – Graphos with Claude Chaloux : Thursday, June 27, 10 am-3 pm
Le Conseil des Arts de la Baie and Clare Tourism Department have teamed up to create a showcase project of local artists for the summer of 2013, taking place at the Rendez-vous de la Baie. Come watch talented artists at work or participate in a workshop.
* Graphos with Claude Chaloux : a short workshop integrating the techniques of linocutting and ceramics. Claude will lead a short demonstration, followed by participants learning the carving process with 1-2 small pieces of lino, and imprinting their creations using a special ceramic clay. Participants will make and keep their own creations! ex: medallions, pendants and other jewelry. 30-50 minutes. Offered in English or French. Material will be provided. Stay tuned for details for the rest of the summer program. Contact Danny at 902-769-2345 or vicclare@gmail.com

ACTIVITIES IN CLARE

The Clare Community Calendar is a free tool to promote events and activities in Clare. You will see a wide variety of events, including community events, general entertainment, leisure, tourism, festivals and cultural activities, as well as activities taking place at Université Sainte-Anne and at the Rendez-vous de la Baie.

This calendar is a free service to event organizers, and also serves as a planning tool to improve the coordination of events in Clare. Event organizers can add events by calling Réanne Flynn at 902-769-3655, or e-mail her at reception@municipality.clare.ns.ca

LA BOUTIQUE BERLICOCO
The Rendez-vous de la Baie souvenir boutique will be expanded once again in 2013. Starting this Spring, the boutique is offering a wide range of University clothing, including t-shirts, sweaters and coats featuring the Université Sainte-Anne Dragons logo.

CAFÉ NEWS

Due to popular demand, Seafood chowder will be on the menu every day during the summer. Don’t forget that our Lobster sandwich is also available every day (6,49 $), so why not visit and try one today!

For information on daily specials and special events, “Like” the Facebook page for Rendez-vous de la Baie or call the Café at 902-769-3674.

Welcome to Solange Boudreau, a new part-time server at the café (pictured in photo). New for this summer: clients will soon be able to use credit cards at the café cash register to purchase café and boutique products.

Employment Opportunity: Café (1 position)
The Rendez-vous de la Baie Café is currently accepting applications for the following bilingual position: one part-time server. Hours of work vary. Experience with the public and café service are considered assets. Persons interested may submit their resume in person at the Rendez-vous de la Baie in Church Point. For more information, contact Elizabeth Gaudet, Café Manager, (902)769-3674. Deadline to apply is Friday, June 14, 2013.

New Advertising Opportunity: only $50 a month!
The TV screen located on the Café counter at Rendez-vous de la Baie offers you excellent visibility to promote your business.
Maximum of 10 slides will be shown each month (this includes Rendez-vous promotions).
Send a 8.5″ x 11″ pdf (landscape orientation).
Contact Larry at 902-769-1234 or info@rendezvousdelabaie.com

SPONSORS OF THE MONTH: SOCIÉTÉ ACADIENNE DE CLARE (MAY) and CHEZ JEAN DAIRY TWIRL (JUNE)

The Rendez-vous de la Baie is very pleased to announce that La Société acadienne de Clare is the sponsor of the month for May 2013. Their generous contribution provides everyone with free access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre museum halls.

La Société acadienne de Clare is made up of individuals and organisations that work together to preserve and promote the Acadien language and culture in the Clare region. We represent La Fédération acadienne de la Nouvelle-Écosse in the Municipality of Clare. We organize many community base projects. Even if all our activities are accomplished in our maternal French language, we invite you to become members of La Société acadienne de Clare. Visit our office at 795 Comeauville, in the Radio-CIFA building.

The Rendez-vous de la Baie is very pleased to announce that Chez Jean Dairy Twirl is the sponsor of the month for June 2013. Their generous contribution provides everyone with free access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre museum halls.

Located at 3139 Highway #1 Belliveau Cove, Chez Jean Dairy Twirl is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Treat yourself to delicious creamy soft or hard ice cream, seafood, burgers, Chez Jean chicken, and try the famous Chez Jean Burger while relaxing in our air-conditioned dining room overlooking Saint Mary’s Bay. Call 902-837-5750 to pick-up a tasty take-out order, and highlight Sunday June 23, 2013 on your calendar as Chez Jean Dairy Twirl celebrates its 45th anniversary.

Access to the Acadian Interpretive Centre (Museum) at Rendez-vous de la Baie is now free of charge. New since 2012, the admission fees have been replaced by a Donation box, as well as a new Corporate Sponsorship Program.

For more information on the Corporate Sponsorship Program, please view the PDF.

PARTNERSHIPS IN PROGRESS

New Visitor Experience: Acadian Adventure!

Starting on Monday, July 1, the Clare Tourism Department is offering a new guided tour experience to attract new visitors to Clare from the Digby area. Danny Blinn will lead this experience every Monday during the tourist season, using a 14-seat Transport de Clare bus. Click to read more details. There will be a familiarization tour for tourism operators offered free of charge on Monday, June 24. To reserve a seat, contact Danny directly at 902-769-2345 or by email at vicclare@gmail.com

Activities during the Festival acadien de Clare
The Rendez-vous is in the process of coordinating a wide range of activities with the new Festival team. Stay tuned for more information on the following activities:
* Press conference (July 12, 12 noon)
* Outdoor film night featuring “La Cabane”
* Wine and cheese evening
* Guided Lantern tours

Have any questions or comments?

Contact:
Larry Peach 902-769-1234
Manager, Rendez-vous de la Baie
Tourism Director, Municipality of Clare
[ e-mail ]