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Richmond County is now entering a very busy period of the shoulder season with the start of Celtic Colours. This music festival sees visitors come to the area from all over the world to take in events pertaining to our music, culture, cuisine and artisans. Visitors will not only have the opportunity to experience some of the best Celtic music available, but also the chance to experience a glimpse of what makes our island so special.
Two events spotlighting our artisan community will be taking place in Richmond on October 14th and 15th. First, visitors will have the unique opportunity to view a display of local crafts and handmade items. Items that are not often exhibited to the public and only found by chance by the fortunate artisan lover. On Thursday October 14th visitors will have such an opportunity, by taking in the local artisan display and sale at the St. Georges Channel Community Hall located in St. Georges Channel Richmond County, from 10am until 5pm. Admission to this event is free. For more information contact Dawn Haloun at 1-902-345-2242 or e-mail dawnmarie1045@hotmail.com.
The second great artisan experience will be offered by Cape Breton weaver Del Zoppo of Grey Seal Weaving. Visitors will have the opportunity to visit one of Richmond’s finest artisan’s studios. On Friday October 15th, from 10am to 5pm, Del Zoppo will feature a Weaving Studio Open House at 3810 Point Michaud, Richmond County. This will be an informal event held at her waterfront weaving studio. This charming studio, nestled on the sandy coastline of the Point Michaud, creates beautiful hand woven silk scarves and one of a kind pieces, that reflect the artists surroundings. The work is magnificent, the looms are unusual, and the weaver one of our best. And all of this cast in the spectacular setting of our hidden treasure Point Michaud Beach. This is definitely an event you will want to take in. Admission is free with easy access from the Point Michaud Beach parking lot. For more information contact Del Zoppo at 1-902-587-2777. This open house is sponsored by the Grand River Seniors’ Club.
Make sure you don't miss any of the great events taking place. Pick up a copy of the Celtic Colours Festival Souvenir Program at any of the Visitor Information Centres around the Island!