Monday, August 11, 2008

Main Street, Port Perry/ Ruby Tuesday

Port Perry, a small town with delightful ambience, is located east of East Gwillimbury. Someone thought AHEAD and realized the old architecture on Queen Street (the main street through the town's centre) has tons of character.

Port Perry is built on the edge of Lake Scugog and attracts tourists summer and winter. Fishing is a main tourist attraction, as is a gambling casino on a nearby First Nations Reserve.

A new mall is going up on the outskirts of town with some super-box stores. Hmmmmmmm. I sure hope this doesn't change the town core!

My husband I like to visit Port Perry's used bookstore. Great books at reasonable prices. ;-)

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39 comments:

  1. LeoraAugust 11, 2008 at 9:04 PM

    A fun street. I do hope the atmosphere of the town doesn't change. We have a nice avenue, but too many empty shops, competition with malls. And what a great shade of red those shops are in Port Perry.

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  2. ShammickiteAugust 11, 2008 at 9:26 PM

    I always enjoy going to Port perry and having a wander along the interesting Main Street shops. But in this picture.... where are all the shoppers? I've never seen it so empty!

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  3. AnonymousAugust 11, 2008 at 9:37 PM

    What a great looking street of stores! It really is inviting...

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  4. AnonymousAugust 11, 2008 at 9:46 PM

    That's like a set of a classic movie! That's so beautiful!

    Mine's HERE. Happy Tuesday!

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  5. dixymissAugust 11, 2008 at 9:59 PM

    Beautiful shot of a very quaint spot. Kudos to the local powers that be for making it a focal point.

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  6. dotAugust 11, 2008 at 10:04 PM

    I love that color of red and it really sets off those white petunias.

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  7. RalphAugust 11, 2008 at 10:05 PM

    This street is charming, and should remain a draw even after the big-box retailers arrive - the big retailers all look the same, but a street like this is so unique, shoppers will always enjoy.

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  8. LouiseAugust 11, 2008 at 10:52 PM

    What a charming little town. Nicely-kept building. Good Ruby Tuesday!

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  9. JunieRose2005August 11, 2008 at 11:21 PM

    WOW!! That's really beautiful! I'd love to stroll down that sidewalk!


    Junie

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  10. magiceyeAugust 12, 2008 at 12:46 AM

    such a beautiful picturesque street!

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  11. CarlettaAugust 12, 2008 at 1:19 AM

    I'm so glad the original architecture was taken into consideration - most places don't.
    This is a gorgeous place. What a lovely place to stroll among the shops.
    Beautiful post!

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  12. Rambling WoodsAugust 12, 2008 at 1:24 AM

    Oh dear..big box stores. I hope that doesn't change the town because it is so adorable...

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  13. AnonymousAugust 12, 2008 at 1:50 AM

    What sumptuous buildings...

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  14. AnonymousAugust 12, 2008 at 1:52 AM

    Perfect for Ruby Tuesday.

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  15. YrsaAugust 12, 2008 at 2:17 AM

    What a great townshot!

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  16. AnonymousAugust 12, 2008 at 2:35 AM

    That is such an appealing photo. It could be in a travel brochure. What an attractive Ruby Tuesday street.

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  17. Small City ScenesAugust 12, 2008 at 3:07 AM

    Love the colors. White and such a rich red. I sure hope the new mall won't hurt the downtown area but it seems it always does. I will try to be positive. MB

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  18. Gemma WisemanAugust 12, 2008 at 3:44 AM

    O how glorious! This is a picture postcard street!

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  19. bvAugust 12, 2008 at 4:16 AM

    So charming! Love it!

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  20. Digital Flower PicturesAugust 12, 2008 at 5:58 AM

    Nicely seen and captured. The white flowers add a lot.

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  21. Kerri FarleyAugust 12, 2008 at 6:19 AM

    Oh what a perfect shot for Ruby Tuesday! I am not much of a shopper....but bookstores....they are my FAVORITE! I could spend weeks and weeks in a bookstore.

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  22. MariaAugust 12, 2008 at 7:43 AM

    Oh my god, its SO nice! You could frame it and hang it on the wall!

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  23. CharmaineZoeAugust 12, 2008 at 8:24 AM

    Lovely street and shop, the great colour and flowers make it so attractive and your photo is great :-)

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  24. maryt/theteachAugust 12, 2008 at 10:06 AM

    I'm on the next plane, EG! What a marvelous town! A Victorian Card Shop, oh my! Happy Ruby Tuesday!

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  25. RoseAugust 12, 2008 at 10:10 AM

    I never thought I would see a street scene that I thought was just totally beautiful but this one is.

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  26. MarcelAugust 12, 2008 at 10:10 AM

    I think I'd enjoy a walk down this street.

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  27. DarlaAugust 12, 2008 at 10:50 AM

    Port Perry certainly looks inviting. I'll get my hat and coat, lets go shopping shall we?

    Dar;a

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  28. IvanhoeAugust 12, 2008 at 11:09 AM

    The whole street is ruby? How wonderful. Have a great Tuesday!

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  29. DianneAugust 12, 2008 at 12:32 PM

    A beautiful street. I'd love to visit there.

    Your shot is perfect, just pulls me in to the scene.

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  30. RavenAugust 12, 2008 at 3:05 PM

    Looks like one of those wonderful towns full of gift shops and wonderful interesting places. Good bookstores is always a winner. Really has ambiance. Pretty photo too.

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  31. AnonymousAugust 12, 2008 at 3:37 PM

    Oh I so would love to be there! This is beautiful. Buildings nowadays have so little character and even less charm.

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  32. Askew To YouAugust 12, 2008 at 4:11 PM

    What a great downtown. Very lovely scene. :D

    Happy Ruby Tuesday!

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  33. MaryAugust 12, 2008 at 5:35 PM

    What a beautiful street! Lovely architecture, and so wonderfully landscaped. :)

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  34. Amber StarAugust 12, 2008 at 5:48 PM

    Someone painted the town red and I just think it is beautiful. I'd love to visit.

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  35. me ann my cameraAugust 12, 2008 at 6:19 PM

    I have been through here a couple of times, a beautiful little town. Next time perhaps I will stop and shop. Great photo of these store fronts!

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  36. RWAugust 12, 2008 at 9:32 PM

    What a great place! Good Ruby Tuesday to you!

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  37. Kris McCrackenAugust 12, 2008 at 9:35 PM

    Lovely clean storefronts!

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  38. judi/GmjAugust 12, 2008 at 11:42 PM

    Oh how sweet! I would have to dress up to go here and shop. Tea to.

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  39. AnonymousAugust 13, 2008 at 1:52 AM

    This is such an incredibly beautiful main street. I'd love to visit this town and walk down that street. Great choice for the day.

    See my post here, and/or my whole blog I Was Born2Cree8.

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