Pirate Invasion Weekend

September 17 - 18,2011
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There comes a time in most men's lives when they feel the need to raise the Black Flag. Let out a hearty "ARRR!" and allow your inner pirate to set sail for the Shire of Mount Hope.

Wine of the Weekend
El Puerto del Dragon (Port) • $20.95 (Reg. $24.95)
Save on Mount Hope's Port during your visit to the Faire! Saturday & Sunday, September 17 - 18, save $4.00 per bottle in the Mount Hope Wine Shop or Bacchus Retreat! Crafted for the hero of England, Sir Frances "The Dragon" Drake, this magnificent libation provides deep aromas and mellow flavors in this sweet red dessert wine.

Weekend Merchandise Specials
Enjoy 15% off all non-logoed glassware in the Wine Shop! Surely thou will find something worthy of a hearty Grog!

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Make a Wish Weekend - Join us for Make A Wish weekend at the Faire, as vendors, performers and food booths collect donations for children with life-threatening medical conditions! The Queen will also donate from her royal treasury to this worthy cause!

This Weekend on the Shire
In addition to our regularly scheduled performers, entertainment and stage shows, check out the additional talent, competitions and activities gracing the Shire this weekend below!
	Make-A-Wish Media Olympics Saturday, come cheer on your favorite radio personalities as they compete for Make-A-Wish in the annual Media Olympics! Participants will test their mite with the Maze, Lawn Bowling and the famous Press-a-Wench competition! Saturday
	Make-A-Wish Corporate Olympics Sunday, watch as local companies compete against one another in the Maze, Lawn Bowling and Press-a-Wench! Sunday
	Pirate School for Nipperkins A chance for all young, would-be buccaneers to learn how to look like a pirate, talk like a pirate, and brandish a sword like a pirate! Suggested for ages 11 and under. 2PM on the Chess Board
	The Four Corners Pirate Treasure Hunt A great pirate treasure is said to have been buried in Mount Hope, and the Queen needs YOUR help retrieving it. Visit the Informistress Booth inside the Castle Gates for your treasure map. After finding all the clues, proceed to the Chess Board at 5 of the clock to speak the secret password and open the treasure chest.