Cupids Cove Chatter

Scott Andrews, John Guy, and “Portraits in the Streets”
Originally uploaded by John Guy2010

MP for the District of Avalon,  Scott Andrews who has family roots in Cupids, sponsored a pancake breakfast for Cupids 400.  Special guests  were Federal Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff with his wife,  Zsuzsanna Zsohar; MP Gerry Byrne; MHA Roland Butler and his wife Maud; and other Liberal senators and MPs from across Canada. Members of the community enjoyed the opportunity to display the beauty of Cupids and tell about its significant place in world history.

“Portraits in the Streets”  by the National Portrait Gallery of Canada, along with Cupids harbour on a perfect summer day, made  an impressive backdrop for visitors to the breakfast.

Musicians with “Portraits in the Street”

Other photos from the pancake breakfast on Flickr > >

The Dwelling Was Here (l-r) Michael Ignatieff, his wife Zsuzsanna Zsohar, Cupids Mayor Ron Laracy, Senator George Furey, MP Gerry Byrne, William Gilbert, and MP Scott Andrews.
Originally uploaded by John Guy2010
Leader of the Opposition, the Honourable Michael Ignatieff, his wife Zsuzsanna Zsohar, and other guests were treated to a tour of the Cupids Archaeological Dig while  visiting the town. William Gilbert, chief archaeologist with the Baccalieu Trail Heritage Corporation, conducted the tour. His profound knowledge, and enthusiasm, as well as his ability to speak on a level that everyone can understand, leads all visitors to understand to significance of Cupids as the birth place of English Canada.

“Where once they stood…”

More photos of the visit to the dig on Flickr > >

Valentine's Celebration

A special Valentine event for Cupids 400 was held on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at Holiday Inn in St. John’s.  The special guest Emcee was Amy House, one of Newfoundland´s most talented and prolific comediennes. Dinner music was provided by Karen Gill, harpist and soloist.  After dinner, guests danced to music by Billy and the Bruisers, a ten piece dance band from St. John’s.

The Honourable Edward Roberts and his wife, Eve attended.  They have been major supporters of Newfoundland culture, both when Mr. Roberts was a cabinet member in the provincial government and when he was the 11th Lieutenant Governor of the province.  Scott Andrews, MP for the district of Avalon, also attended.

After months of anticipation and hard work, all the people who have been behind the scenes organizing Cupids 400 took advantage of the evening to relax and enjoy the celebration.

For photos see:  Cupids 400: Love & Lore Valentine Celebration