Premier Exhibitions, Inc. in collaboration with Serge Grimaux and Niagara Theatre & Entertainment are proud to present BODIES…THE EXHIBITION, An Exhibition of Real Human Bodies, at Niagara Exhibition Centre located at Stanley Ave & Highway 420.  This scientific exhibition displays whole and partial body specimens that have been meticulously dissected and preserved through an innovative process. It will open on May 28 and will be presented in Niagara Falls until September ...

The Pelham Library challenges you to broaden your reading selections through the Plotluck Summer Adult Reading Challenge. Pick up a menu from the library or visit http://www.pelhamlibrary.on.ca/adults.php. Five books and one short story is the goal. Many thanks to The Cafe on Main, Keith’s Restaurant, and The Lazy Loon Restaurant and Ice Cream Bar for their support.

We’ve all heard the old wives’ tales and folk remedies that our grandparents and sometimes our parents used to fight off every type of illness. The newest exhibit at the Welland Historical Museum sheds some light on these potions and remedies as well as the doctors, nurses and pharmacists of the past. “Take Your Medicine” focuses on the history of Welland’s pharmacies, physicians, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. It opened on Saturday, June 26 at 2:00pm ...

The Keefer Mansion Inn is pleased to host a special dinner series designed to foster discussion on subjects of importance to the development of Niagara. It's an important year for Niagara, as we "set the table" for the Nov 2010 municipal and regional elections. Set in a single table format, and limited to only 40 persons, these nine evening sessions will be thought provoking, open to all, and led by an authority on the subject.  To reserve call 905-680-958 ...

We are about to celebrate our second anniversary in mid-October at Curves Fonthill and the much anticipated transformation is complete.  22 months of alterations, renovations, and decorating, training and new equipment have rounded out Niagara’s only complete Curves circuit, with one focus in mind, our members.  During our ownership, we’ve listened to our members and staff and have made many positive changes to our program with a new focus in mind. With the school ...

Be sure to stop by and check out the Annual Storewide Sale at Sapphires between August 27th and September 25th! Jewellery up to 60% off. (See poster below for more details).  

SEPTEMBER SUMMER CLEARANCE   40% OFF RED TICKETED ITEMS SELECTED GARDEN, ACRYLICS, SUMMER DISHES, SUMMER BBQ PLUS LOTS MORE!  SEPTEMBER 1ST – 30TH  ALL SALES FINAL Visit here for more details!

Come and check out this year's vendors at the Pelham Farmer's Market!  Held every Thursday from May 6th through October 28th at Pelham Town Square.  The market sports excellent produce, food vendors, artists, florists and much more! Time: 4:30 PM to dusk  

WHEN: September 4, 5, & 6, 2010 WHERE:Heritage Village in Wainfleet Village TIMES:Sat. 9:30-5:30, Sun. 11:00 -5:30, Mon. 9:30-5:00 COST:$6.00 for those 10 and older, children under 10 free SAT ONLY: Seniors $5.00 WHAT CAN OUR FAMILY EXPECT TO EXPERIENCE? family oriented event everyone in period costumes 400 friendly volunteers to help Sat Car show..1950 & older Sun Car Show..1950-1974 models Mon. Niagara British Car Club & Vintage Motorcycles Niagara ...

The day begins with a limo ride from Welland to Mississauga where you will board the beautiful 52’ Last One III for a tour of the Mississauga harbour. Once on board, guests will be treated to food and refreshments while enjoying the Toronto Air Show from the water. The tour will last approximately four hours and the day will conclude with a limo ride back to Welland. All proceeds from this event will go to The United Way of South Niagara.Please contact The United Way of South Niagara ...

Lindsey Mills is performing at the Marshville Heritage Festival! She has two shows; one at 12 p.m. and one at 3p.m. so come out for some family fun! Click here for more information on Lindsey Mills. Click here for more information on the Marshville Heritage Festival.

Introduction from the Chair "I invite you to take part in this year's event which over the past 12 years has raised over $891,000 for Niagara charities, we hope to make this our best year yet by reaching our fundraising goal of $1 million. With 2010 marking the end of the current council mandate, this year's tournament will be the last in which I serve as Regional Chairman. This year's fundraising efforts are dedicated to enhancing the future prospects of our youth in Niagara. To help ...

The Fonthill Bandshell at Peace Park presents Thursday Night Concerts! This is just one of the many performances going on at the Bandshell. Click here for more Information.

Come join us and help kick off NAFA's new potluck season with a bang! Ken and Kelly Childs of the new vegan restaurant/juice bar/bakery/grocer in Burglington, On will be coming down to tell us about their store and their approach to food! Please remember to bring a non perishable vegan food item for the food bank (e.g., pasta, rice, beans, lentils, peanut butter, etc.) This is crucial! Also, this year we will be much more vigilant for those with allergies and sensitivities, (peanut, ...

Catch a glimpse of an ancient civilization at the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre when it unveils its latest travelling exhibit, Arts of China: Glimpses of an Ancient Civilization, next month. The exhibit, produced by the Royal Ontario Museum, has 40 artifacts dating from the Shang Dynasty (circa 1300-1050 BC) to the Qing Dynasty (AD 1644-1911). It examines how Chinese history, culture and traditions come to life through three materials associated with China: jade, bronze ...

JOIN THE BIG MOVE Be a part of this history making event in Niagara as we ride to support the Walker Family Cancer Centre! Click here for complete information.

This fresh air festival on wheels is a way for you, along with your friends and family, to enjoy an at-your-own-pace marshaled bike ride through a variety of areas throughout Ontario's Greenbelt. When you arrive you will check in, receive your very own riders kit, enjoy coffee and snacks provided, and get ready to ride at 10am. Along the ride there will be marshals to guide the way, police and EMS on site, and bike repair services. Throughout the designated rest stops, riders learn about ...

With another school year fast approaching, the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority is pleased to invite the public to join us for a great day in celebration of the Niagara Children’s Water Festival.  September 12, 2010 has been declared as ‘Grandparents Day’ and what better way to celebrate, than enjoying a visit to the beautiful Ball’s Falls Conservation Area.  From 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm, rain or shine, visitors will have an opportunity to explore some ...

I am introducing a NEW series of Watercolour Classes at Wesley United Church, 244 First Ave., Welland. I invite you to register as soon as possible so that I can verify if there is sufficient interest to go ahead with this event. Tuesdays September 14th to Oct. 26th from 1:00 to 3:30pm WATERCOLOUR CLASSES for Beginners and Intermediateswith BEVERLY SNEATHFor Beginners: class includes intoduction to materials andall basic information and demos to get started.You will complete at least one ...

Local artists and business women, Erin Snow and Julie Prescesky, have teamed together to provide a consistent outlet for themselves and other local artisans to showcase their work on a monthly basis. The premier Brocante Lux Fashion and Art Market is set for Friday, September 17th form 11 am to 8 pm at Market Square, 90 King St., St. Catharines. The goal is to provide a central place where the arts can grow and flourish while helping support Niagara's artistic vibe and local economy. ...

Northern Owls, a travelling exhibit from the Royal Ontario Museum is coming this fall to the Centre for Conservation at Ball’s Falls Conservation Area.  Northern Owls focuses on fascinating and less well-known aspects of owl behaviour, biology, and lifestyle. Most owls are active at night and secretive during the day; some even perch in a way that makes them look like the branch of a tress to hide from view! They can also freeze and store food for use later. You’ll probably ...

It’s a race for men and women in high heels! Women will race 100m, men will race 50m, teams of 4 can race in a relay style, 25m each. Prizes will be awarded in categories such as best legs, best dressed team, race winners and more! Only $10 per person to register. Registration begins ay 10:00 a.m. Race begins at 11:00 a.m at the Seaway Mall. Event Proceeds go towards purchasing much needed equipment at the Welland Hospital Site. Call the foundation office at (905)378-4647 ext. 32395 ...

The Rotary Club of Fonthill presents the 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament- Rotary/ Trent Richardson Memorial. Proceeds from the event benefit Rotary projects and the Notre Dame College School Scholarship Fund. Shotgun Tee Off: 1:00 p.m. At Lookout Point Country Club. For more information, or for dinner-only reservations contact: MacGillivray Partners 905-682-8363

Over 25 vendors of ladies’ services and products at the Century Ballroom, Days’ Inn, Welland. Good food, more vendors this year (feng shui expert, diva spa, wigs, pottery, cosmetics, purses, jewellery, etc.) door prizes, silent auction, singer Chelsea Crites, Zumba demonstration, wine tasting and goodie bag for $25 pp. MC will be cartoonist Cathy Thorne (Everyday People Cartoons). In attendance: Local fire fighters. Advance tickets only. This was a sold out event last ...

A place for women to empower, educate and support one another through song and word. An evening of Song and Word for Women who play an instrument, singers, songwriters, poet stand up comedians originals, covers and/or revised tunes welcome and/or for those who have a love of music of any kind. Our vision is to provide a place for women in song and word to showcase songs, poems, comedy, advertise gigs & cd releases, network, share ideas, support each other, offer help & advice, job ...

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More Info Come and be Part of the Fun!! United Way of South Niagara and The Welland Tribune are holding their First Annual Waterball Competition at Club Richelieu, Welland on September 26th, 2010 9 a.m. sharp.-All proceeds go to United Way-Door Prizes at the Barbeque -Trophies for the Winners ...$50 per team (teams of 6 with a minimum of 2 females) Non-participants admission will be a food donation for the Hope Centre. For further information, call Gemma at (905) 735-0490(United ...

The Pelham Library is excited to announce that beginning Oct. 2010, we will be moving to the Evergreen Integrated Library System. Our new computer system will save you money and help us use less paper by allowing us to send paperless overdue notices via email. You have the option to submit your email address to us at admin@pelhamlibrary.on.ca OR you can notify us in person during your next visit.

Dr. Andrew Panko will be the guest presenter at the Welland Museum's Lunch and Learn on October 2.  The event runs from 11am to 1pm and is open to everyone.  Dr. Panko, Past President of Canadian Railroad Historical Association - Niagara Division, will be discussing Welland's railway heritage.  His presentation will include railways around Welland in the 40s and 50s, the Coyle yard area, Welland Junction/Dain City, New York Central's Welland Diamond and the Port ...

Event offers many unique jewellery exhibitors featuring gold, silver, gems, diamonds and all that glitters and as well guests can bring their unwanted gold in to the event to sell on the spot for some instant cash to help them out with their personal financial struggles. Jewellery prices will range from $2.00 and up and event offers hourly door prizes, on site Tea Room and gift shop and plenty of jewellery for every need or occasion. Event is being hosted on Sunday October 3rd. from 10 ...

STOPPING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN STYLE Participating salons from all over South Niagara will open their doors on Sunday, October 3, 2010 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm offering their services at a discounted rate. Proceeds earned from this day will be donated to Women’s Place of South Niagara to assist with daily operating costs of our two emergency shelters and outreach programs – Nova House in Niagara Falls and Serenity Place in Welland. “What’s great about this event is ...

Do you often wonder about the value of your antiques? Wonder no more! We have in attendance experts in military items, coins, gold jewellery, tin toys, comics, dinky cars, dolls, etc. Get the experts’ opinion for a donation of $5 for the first item. 2nd & 3rd items $3 each. Proceeds to the Hope Centre. Located at the Seaway Mall Centre Court.

Queenston Library, Queenston Street, QueenstonOpening Night - October 15th 7pm

Canada’s most famous chef, TV celebrity Michael Smith, will be at Brock University this autumn to oversee the cooking when more than 200 guests gather for General Brock’s October Soirée.  This year the black-tie Soirée will take place Saturday Oct. 16 in The Market, the stylish and spacious new dining facility on Brock’s main campus in St. Catharines.  Smith will craft the menu for the affair and will be present to conduct food preparation and join ...

Saturday November 13, 2010 Club Italia, Niagara Falls Doors Open 9:30 am Registration, Shopping & Demonstrations 9:30- 2:30 Lunch & Speakers 11:45 - 1:00 Great Things Happen in Threes! "Real Gals who lunch three"! will focus around busy women juggling life and finding balance. This event will profile women in Niagara who are making "it" work. Bring a friend and have lunch and a laugh. Tickets are available for $50 which includes, demonstrations, shopping, lunch, speakers and ...

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