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Gordon Lightfoot’s nephew brings his uncle’s songs to St. Mark’s

More than three years after Gordon Lightfoot's death, his music filled St. Mark's Anglican Church as a sold-out audience gathered to celebrate the Canadian icon through the voices and instruments of musicians who knew him.

Shaw review: Savour the vigorous comedy of ‘One for the Pot’

More than 40 years after the debut of this British farce on the Shaw Festival stage, "One for the Pot" returns with excellent performances that contain the elements needed to make this for-the-masses comedy a laugh riot, writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Calling all corks: Why this NOTLer is giving wine corks a second life

Sal Fasullo, a retail team member at Peller Estates, says he wanted to do something with the corks the winery was throwing away every day. "I started to collect them," he says. "Suddenly, I had more corks than I knew what to do with."

Three years after fleeing abuse, NOTL singer shares story through new song

With the trial of her accused abuser behind her, singer-songwriter Catherine Leniarsky is sharing a piece of what she's been through in her new song, "House of Cards."

Shaw review: A celebration of golf’s past — and Broadway’s best

"Matters of etiquette, rules and styles of play inform. To Wodehouse, the only way to really find a true character is to play golf with him," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Historical artwork collection donated to the NOTL Museum

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum has come into possession of a historical collection of artwork spotlighting the world of Niagara – with some of these pieces...

Ignite a creative spark at Pumphouse’s art program for seniors

You don’t have to be a world-class artist to enjoy the pleasure – and health benefits – of engaging your creative side. The Niagara Pumphouse...

TD Niagara Jazz Festival caps off 10th anniversary at Simcoe Park

The TD Niagara Jazz Festival concluded its summer lineup with Music in the Park at Simcoe Park last Saturday. Featuring food, free dance lessons and,...

Arts: Young NOTL artists receive $200 scholarships from Pumphouse

Two of Niagara-on-the-Lake's aspiring young artists have received $200 from the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre this summer for their talent and dedication to their...

Columnist Jaime Watt reflects on highs and lows in new book

For Toronto Star columnist Jaime Watt, the hardest part of the job is the hindsight of what he could have said, or written, differently...

Arts: With grandson off to Julliard, NOTL family seeks help with tuition

Dancer Ryan Sherk one of just 20 students selected for prestigious program   Dance phenom Ryan Sherk has one tenacious grandmother in his corner. Ryan, 18, has...

Free ‘Sweet Songs of Summer’ concerts featured at Cherry Festival

When celebrated soloist Melissa-Marie Shriner takes to the dais for two free concerts at the St. Mark’s Cherry Festival, on Saturday, July 8, she...

Arts: ‘What Lies Below’ transports Pumphouse patrons under the sea

Travel to fathoms below without stepping off of dry land.  On Sunday afternoon, the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre welcomed JudyBlue Anderson’s new exhibit titled “What...

Arts: Books at the Barn returns to NOTL June 17

The Niagara-on-the-Lake Writers’ Circle will again be showcasing local authors’ books on the weekend of the St. Andrew’s Strawberry Festival on June 17.  Books...

Yellow Door holds open auditions for fall musical ‘Newsies’

From Disney to Broadway, and now to Niagara-on-the-Lake: the Yellow Door Theatre Project is holding auditions for the fall production of "Newsies." Auditions will be...

NOTL Arts Collective hosts latest exhibit at Château des Charmes winery

Coming soon to Niagara-on-the-Lake: a sensory experience for your eyes, your taste buds and your imagination. A collective of artists from Niagara-on-the-Lake is hosting a...

Arts: Trees and botanicals featured in artist’s ‘Beauty and Resilience’ exhibit

The work of artist Petra Zantingh is on exhibit at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre for the month of May. The exhibit, "Beauty and Resilience"...

Arts: Rotary donation helps fund Pumphouse program for kids

Aimee Medina Special to The Lake Report With the school ending soon, most families have started planning activities that can provide memorable and educational experiences for...

Dizzy & Fay spread their love for jazz at Niagara festival fundraiser

Niagara-on-the-Lake is a welcome getaway from the city for many – and earlier this month, that certainly includes jazz duo Dizzy & Fay. “As soon...

Arts: SRCvinyl is NOTL’s hidden musical gem

Tucked away inside Limited Distillery on Henegan Road, SRCvinyl is a somewhat unknown gem of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Featuring a wide range of genres including soundtracks and...

Hare Wine Co. is ‘perfect match’ for Twilight Jazz & Blue Series

At the Twilight Jazz & Blues Series, it may be the musicians who play the tunes, but in a way, the star is the...

Arts: Spring choral concert warms St. Mark’s Church

The Edison Singers are returning to Niagara-on-the-Lake after a three-year pause. Recognized as one of the finest chamber choirs in Canada, the Edison Singers are...

Jackson-Triggs concert series returns, extended to September

The Jackson-Triggs Concert Series is back again this summer, with headliners such as Jann Arden, Serena Ryder, Charlotte Cardin and more coming to Niagara-on-the-Lake...

Arts: NOTL author’s crime novel shortlisted for major award

Niagara-on-the-Lake author Terry Davis will be at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Library on Wednesday, May 3, to sign copies of his novel, "The Pale Horse," which...

Arts: Willowbank celebrates graduation of class of 2023

John Scott Special to The Lake Report Sunlight streamed into Bright Parlour in the mansion at the Willowbank Estate on Thursday, April 6, heralding a special...

Gaio performance rocks NOTL Legion

Ryan Gaio wanted local music in Niagara-on-the-Lake and that’s exactly what he brought to the Legion on Saturday. And people were there for it —...

Arts: Jazz Collective launches series at Hare Winery

The Canadian Jazz Collective is kicking off the latest edition of the TD Niagara Jazz Festival's Twilight Jazz & Blues Series at the Hare...

Arts: Shaw Shivaree features some ‘money-can’t-buy’ auction items

Annual fundraiser on April 15 helps kick off festival's season   Arlyn Levy Special to The Lake Report Seven years ago, Chris Semple attended her first Shaw Shivaree...

Arts: Huge turnout for NOTL author’s book launch

Author Diane Martin was in awe of all the people who showed up at the NOTL Community Centre to support the launch of her...

Eye for Art: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, ‘The Roses of Heliogabalus’

Are you ready to party? As we hesitantly crawl out from the constraints of our restricted social lives of the past three years, one example...

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