 | On July 1st the Snow Birds will take to the skies of Cornwall. And again this year, local artists have come forward to offer their talents to the community to enjoy. This year will be an experience that will be enjoyed by all. At 12:00 noon dignitaries will gather along with the singing of the National Anthem by the talented Dreamkid singers. But all the fun starts at 12:30 p.m. with Beat Central Dance Company led by the talented Jane Hennessey Craibe. This new and dynamic group is sure to give the crowd a visual and musical experience that will thrill people of all ages. | |
Cornwall - June 28, 2012 - On July 1st the Snow Birds will take to the skies of Cornwall. And again this year, local artists have come forward to offer their talents to the community to enjoy. This year will be an experience that will be enjoyed by all. At 12:00 noon dignitaries will gather along with the singing of the National Anthem by the talented Dreamkid singers. But all the fun starts at 12:30 p.m. with Beat Central Dance Company led by the talented Jane Hennessey Craibe. This new and dynamic group is sure to give the crowd a visual and musical experience that will thrill people of all ages.
At 1:00 p.m. the vocal styles of Chuck Leclair will add to the summer sunshine with his mixture of folk and rock music in his acoustic set. Chuck is a local entertainer who is always willing to perform at any venue and often donates his talent from local senior homes to grand stand performances.
At 1:45 p.m., local rock and blues singer Carey Grant Rock and Roll Experience will be taking the audience through a time warp of music from Beatles to a few songs of today. Carey is also considered one of the area’s great blues guitar artists. Carey has performed all over North America and has been seen on national television.
At 3:00 p.m. Jessica Bourbonnais with the French band Touché will be entertaining the crowd with a unique blend of French folk music along with some of today’s popular Franco tunes. The band features fun, fiddles and French music. Joining the band this year will be guest star Philip St. Arnaud
At 3:45 p.m. we have a special treat for the young and young at heart with the group Flowdroidz. This high energy vocal group performs everything from the latest rap songs to contemporary popular music. Flowdroidz features Brianna Snider who is considered by far one of the greatest vocalists to come out of this area. This is a must see experience!
At 4:30 p.m. Local boy makes good Chris Benton from Glassnote records in New York city hits the stage. Chris has toured the country several times and has played with bands that including Kingston's Everlea, The Crofter's, and another Kingston based band Smaller On You. Chris has also toured alongside Lights, Secondhand Serenade, Taking Back Sunday, amongst others. When Chris sings, he gives all that he has and this young man is just starting to make a name for himself.
At 5:15 p.m. Rebecca Skye will be performing a mixture of R & B, popular French songs, and even the odd fiddle song for the Celtic fans. Rebecca has performed everywhere from Dallas, Texas to opening of the Canada Day Festivities in Ottawa. Rebecca has been singing at Canada ever since Mr. Norm Lalonde invited her when she was 6 years old.
At 6:15 p.m. we have the band Smokin Mirrors. This local group has been entertaining audiences for years with their smooth classic rock styling. Fronting the band is the highly entertaining Donovan St. Denis. With his band they always leave the crowd wanting more.
At 7:30 p.m. we have the group Shot In The Dark featuring the talented and beautiful Tammy McRae. This band of seasoned Musicians have years of experience in concerts, night clubs, radio and television. This group should not be missed. Their repertoire is directed towards those who enjoy Classic Rock, Rock n Roll and On The Edge Contemporary Country.
At 8:45 p.m. veteran rocker Kelly (the voice) Heenan fronts the retro dynamic super group Lost Boyz. This 80's 80's 80's and nothing but 80's! Good times group will keep the crowd cheering for more. So Come on Eileen tell Jack and Dianne and if your there don’t forget to bring Jessie’s Girl. It'll be a great night to JUMP, SHOUT and RELAX for a change instead of WORKING FOR THE WEEKEND. At 10:00 we will be lighting up the sky with great fireworks.
As you can see, this day is definitely not the same ol same ol here in Cornwall, Ontario.
For the Kids: In the Children’s Tent there will be an endless supply of great entertainment and fun events for the kids. Everything from a hilarious magic show, to some of the best kid’s songs of all time. Everyone loves Little Ray’s Reptiles, as well as a new dynamic Petting Zoo. There will be face painting. At 2:00 there will also be a fun non-competitive talent show where all kids can get up sing a song, tell a joke, do a dance, and best of all it is all free.
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