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Montreal Beer Festival

By RILEY STEVENSON | Thursday May 10, 2012 11:52 AM

From June 6-10, the Montreal Beer Festival will provide endless ways to enjoy beer. Whether you prefer to drink in a pool, while eating appetizers, or while chatting with the brewers themselves, the festival has something for everyone. Learn how beer is made and how it is best served at this annual festival that has attracted thousands from across Canada for 19 years.

Drinking beer has never been so fun. This year, the Montreal Beer Festival offers patrons several unique ways to enjoy their alcoholic beverages. Food, like alligator soup and kangaroo burgers, will be served for all those willing to take the risk. Others may choose to participate in a variety of games, including mini disk golf tournaments, beach volleyball, and silent dancing. After a couple of drinks, these fun-filled activities will surely be entertaining.

The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, June 6, to Saturday, June 9, and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, June 10. Admission is free but a tasting glass costs $9. Come out and enjoy some of Canada’s finest beers. Remember to consider taking a cab home or using Montreal’s public transit system when leaving the festival.

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FrancoFolies

By RILEY STEVENSON | Friday May 04, 2012 08:25 PM

FrancoFolies returns for its 23^rd year to inspire the Montreal community through concerts featuring over 1,000 singers, songwriters, and musicians from a variety of countries. Reviewers call the event “simply enchanting” a “cultural statement” and “more than a festival.” Come see what the buzz is all about in the heart of downtown Montreal from June 7-16.

Being the largest festival of French-language sound in the world has attracted international and local artists to the FrancoFolies stage. Performers interact with massive crowds and provide unprecedented dynamism—lending to a unique environment. Female leads like Rose and international artists like Bassekou Kouyate each provide their own voice to the kaleidoscope of musical talent.

An array of on-site food services will be available to those in attendance in addition to wine and other alcoholic beverages. Tickets can be purchased at the Metropolis Box office for $26.00 and up. Tickets sell out fast, so buy soon and don’t miss out on this spectacular show.

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Montreal Bike Fest

By RILEY STEVENSON
Thursday April 26, 2012 02:10 PM

Join 25,000 bikers as they pedal throughout the city of Montreal at the annual Montreal Bike Fest. For eight days, this internationally recognized event will celebrate the bicycle through races and musical events. Whether you're a novice or an expert, cycling has never been so much fun.

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Montreal Museum Day

By RILEY STEVENSON
Tuesday April 17, 2012 03:26 PM

From the Montreal Science Center to the Fur Trade Museum, Montreal Museum Day has something for everyone. On May 27 this year, the festival invites the public to enjoy the city's finest displays. With free admission, extended hours, and 38 institutions to choose from, this family friendly event cannot be missed.

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Mother's Day in Montreal

By RILEY STEVENSON
Thursday April 12, 2012 01:43 PM

Celebrate and give thanks to the special woman in your life in Montreal on Mother’s Day. Several quaint brunch sites and scenic trails provide the ideal backdrop for showing your heartfelt appreciation. Whether she enjoys walking, eating, relaxing, or a night out on the town, there is something for every Mom.

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Festival TransAmeriques

By RILEY STEVENSON
Wednesday April 04, 2012 11:10 PM

The Festival TransAmeriques presents its annual show, featuring the newest works in contemporary dance and theatre. The only submission rule: it has to be good. Under the guidance of dozens of the world's best choreographers, writers, and directors, dancers take to the stage to show off their stunning talents.

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Free Fun in Montreal

By RILEY STEVENSON
Tuesday March 20, 2012 03:44 PM

Skip the expensive bus tours and complicated day trips and find some free family fun in Montreal on your next vacation. Attractions include Orange Julep Muscle Cars, St. Joseph's Oratory, and Tam Tams among many others. Don't miss out on these priceless family outings on your next trip.

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Blue Metropolis

By RILEY STEVENSON
Thursday March 15, 2012 11:08 PM

Every April, Blue Metropolis attracts book-lovers of all ages, nationalities, and interests, to partake in a variety of multilingual literary activities. This non-profit organization hosts several year-round education programs, but are famous for their International Literary Festival and Children's Festival.

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Sugar Shack

By RILEY STEVENSON
Tuesday March 06, 2012 04:16 PM

Being the world's leading producer of maple syrup has made the province of Quebec notorious for its dangerously enticing sugar shacks. These cabane a sucre businesses offer locals and tourists the sweetest dining experiences, complete with sleigh rides and educational tours.

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Latin American Film Festival

By RILEY STEVENSON
Tuesday February 28, 2012 11:31 PM

Film lovers and Spanish-speakers will enjoy the variety of movies shown at this year's Festival du Cinéma Latino Américain de Montréal, or Latin American Film Festival. Motion pictures from across Central and South America boasting awards from the Cannes, Sundance, and Oscars, will be screened at Cinema du Parc.

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