Oakville Beaver, 15 Jul 1994, p. 13

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The Ontario Agricultural Museum is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its Great Canadian Antique Tractor Field Days on July 16th and 17th, with a lineâ€"up of activities not to be missed. The only show of its kind, this event is devoted to Canadianâ€" made farm machinery and serves as a funâ€"filled lesson on Ontario history. Returning this year is the Farm Toy Sale and Show, with more than 55 tables of unique farm toys for purâ€" chase and display. Visitors during the "Great Canadian" will be able to fill out a ballot to win a toy Cockshutt 30 tractor, worth approx. $125, donated by Teeswater Custom Tractor. Anugue 11aCtOoft PIEI0 D at Agricultural Museum The real life inspiration for these toys will be on display as visitors explore one of the largest and rarest collections of operating steam engines and tractors in the province, including Ontario‘s oldest tractor â€" a 1911 singleâ€"cylinder Fairbanksâ€" Morse. Members of The Canadian Wheelmen will be displaying a variâ€" ety of antique bicycles â€" a new feaâ€" ture at this year‘s event. "Combining Crawford Lake Conservation Area is hosting a special evening event this summer. On Thursday, July 21st, participants can learn how to use a variety of traditional stitches on leather or fabric with seed beads. Everyone will have an opportunity to make their own beaded deerskin bracelet or barrette to take home. The evening will run from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and is available by preâ€"registration only. The event is recommended for children 8 years and older. Special evening at Crawford attractions of the Museum leads to an event everybody will enjoy," Peter Ledwith, Curator of Collections for the Museum, said. Family members will get a farmâ€" style workout by competing in games and contests including bagâ€"tying, logâ€" sawing, and nailâ€"driving. Tractor drivers will be tested through a series of competitions, a great attraction for spectators. A free copy of Canadian Antique Power magazine â€" with a complimentary program for the "Great Canadian" â€" will be given out to all the visitors. The Ontario Agricultural Museum offers a firstâ€"hand glimpse into Ontario‘s rural and agricultural histoâ€" ry with more than 30. buildings, exhibits, and displays. Costumed interpreters, farming projects, aniâ€" mals, and tractorâ€"drawn wagon rides bring the scenic site to life. The Museum is located 5 km west of Milton. Take Highway 401 to Milton and exit at Guelph Line, or Highway 25 north and follow the signs. The Museum is open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept. 25th. You won‘t believe your eyes â€" choose from a veritable cornucopia of delightful breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrées, served up in . generous portions fit for the heartiest of appetites. Savor the flavor of delicate grilled chicken, lipâ€"smacking ribs, steaks, seafood, pastas, fajitas, hamburgers and so much more! You don‘t have to go to Montreal to enjoy the best smoked meat. Bxggalo s prepares it‘s own handecut selection, packed into a "MILE HIGH" sandws,ch Antiqued hardwood, eclectic memorabilia and lively music greet . you at Biggalo‘s, Oakville‘s exciting new Restaurant Bar. The kids menu includes free ice cream and pop. _ _ Remember â€" Kiddies Breakfast is FREE (1 child per adult) So come on in and see what all the fuss is about! 217 Cross Ave. 842â€"9561 Open 7 days a week Over 200 item menu.

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