Celebration

24 November 2025

As our friends to the south prepare for turkey, football, and pretending not to Google “how long to cook a 20lb bird,” we at The Grove are taking a moment to be grateful – for YOU. Yes, you, America. The land of Target, Chick-fil-A sauce, and “pumpkin spice everything.” We see you, and we love […]

15 October 2025

When the air gets crisp, the nights get long, and pumpkin spice takes over every menu (guilty), it’s officially spooky season in Essex County. Around here, ghosts aren’t just in the movies — they’re part of the local lore.

06 October 2025

Every fall, a mysterious force grips the nation. Leaves change, sweaters appear (usually), and otherwise reasonable people begin whispering the letters that launch a thousand Instagram stories: “P-S-L”. If you’re new here, PSL stands for “pumpkin spice latte” – the cozy icon that tastes like crisp air, cute boots, and making questionable decisions at HomeSense. […]

26 August 2025

Big news, Cool Kids — The Grove Motel just went Hollywood… well, Canadian-wood! Our retro gem in Colchester was chosen as a filming location for Bell Fibe TV1’s brand-new original series Landmarks & Lunch, which debut this week. And guess who rolled into town? None other than Robb Wells — aka Ricky from the legendary […]

30 July 2025

We’ve seen it all. The good, the bad, and the “oh dear sweet baby Jesus, please don’t let them post that on TripAdvisor.” Staying at a hotel may seem like a no-brainer – you show up, check in, live your best vacation life – but you’d be shocked at the little mistakes guests make that […]

23 June 2025

If summer had a sound, June would be turning it way up around here. Live music is basically the official language of the month — and lucky for you, the good vibes are on repeat. Whether you’re a patio sipper, a winery wanderer, or someone who can’t resist dancing in the street (yes, literally), this month […]

21 May 2025

Update: 🎉 Pop the bubbly, folks! The Town of Kingsville has officially decided NOT to move forward with the dreaded MAT tax. (Cue our collective happy dance 💃🕺.) We’re leaving this blog up for the drama and the tea we spilled at the time—but rest easy knowing this tax isn’t coming to a stay near […]

01 May 2025

Spring has officially sprung, and so have the patio chairs, fire pits, and all the excuses you need to treat yourself (and maybe your mom) to a getaway. Whether you’re the “book it and wing it” type or a full-blown itinerary wizard, we’ve rounded up everything that’s blooming, buzzing, and downright booking-worthy this May. 🌿 […]

24 April 2025

Welcome to Kingsville – Your Migration HQ This May Hey there, feather freaks and fledgling birders— May is migration season, and you’ve landed in one of North America’s top birding zones. Whether you’re armed with a fancy scope and a lifetime birding list, or you just thought “hey, birds are neat,” we’ve got a whole […]