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Arts

Veteran documentarian turns to memoir after decades behind the camera

Shelley Saywell, considered one of Canada’s foremost documentary filmmakers, is the author of a recently published best-selling memoir, "If Only Love: A Memoir of Second Chances."

Take in the beauty of Italy, on display at new art gallery

"From Italy With Love," a new exhibition at Il Gelato di Carlotta, showcases the creations of artists who took part in artist and instructor Sandra Iafrate's painting workshops throughout Italy. 

Artist brings longings for Scotland to Niagara Pumphouse

The exhibition, called "Cianalas," takes its name from a Scottish Gaelic word meaning a deep longing for a place or a strong sense of belonging to one. It runs until April 25 in the Joyner Gallery.

‘Looking for meaning’: Legion record show keeps vinyls spinning in NOTL

The show is deliberately kept affordable. Every record is priced at $20 or under, a contrast to larger shows where inventory can range from a dollar to several thousand.

Shaw Festival sees another record-breaking year in 2025, despite dip in ticket sales

Last year's operating revenue of $39.5 million is $500,000 higher than 2024's revenue, topping it as the Shaw's largest operating revenue to date. 2025, however, saw a dip in the Shaw's operating profits.

Willowbank celebrates 15 years of heritage restoration

John Scott Special to The Lake Report Queenston's Willowbank School of Restoration Arts last week celebrated 15 years of providing excellence in education to those studying...

Three artists chosen for latest hydro box beautification project

Three Niagara artists have been named winners in this year’s hydro box beautification competition.   This year’s theme was honouring Canada’s military history and the submissions...

Eye for Art: ‘Luncheon of the Boating Party’

  EYE FOR ART #44 – Pierre-Auguste Renoir, "Luncheon of the Boating Party," 1881, oil on canvas, the Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.   Has there ever been...

Arts: Music Niagara wraps up season with weekend concerts

As its summer season winds down, Music Niagara is hosting two concerts at St. Mark's Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake this weekend. Heather Bambrick and her quintet perform...

Eye for Art: Ryerson sunsets and Monet

One of the major joys of this splendid summer in "our town" has been watching the spectacular sunsets at Ryerson Park. Every night has...

Arts: Family is focus for ‘Labour of Love’ exhibit at RiverBrink

Debra Antoncic Special to The Lake Report If you are looking for a special outing this summer, make time for a visit to RiverBrink Art Museum...

RiverBrink names new board chair and directors

Colin Brezicki Special to The Lake Report Linda Fritz, a Queenston writer, researcher and retired university librarian is the new chair of the board of RiverBrink Art...

Eye for Art: ‘The Treachery of Images’

René Magritte (1898-1967) was a Belgian surrealist famous for thought-provoking images that juxtaposed ordinary objects in strange and puzzling ways that defied the viewers’...

Pumphouse presents ‘Allegories,’ a solo exhibit by NOTL artist Lynne Gaetz

Niagara-on-the-Lake artist Lynne Gaetz is showcasing her paintings and mixed media works in a solo exhibition at Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre in August. The artworks...

Niagara Symphony’s ‘Pops in Crops’ a hit in NOTL

"Pops in the Crops" attracted more than 100 people and raised over $10,000 for the Niagara Symphony Orchestra on Friday evening. Guests, hosted by Lauren...

Exploring Photos with the NOTL Museum: The Negro Burial Ground 1831-1878

This week’s image is not one from our collection. Unfortunately, there are no images of the former Baptist Church nor the cemetery during its...

Arts: Pumphouse in July rocks with exhibitions and Canada Day activities

Things are hopping at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre, with exhibitions and events throughout July. The community art hub of the community will be bustling with...

Writers’ Circle authors return with Books at the Barn

Paul Masson Special to The Lake Report The NOTL Writers’ Circle is holding another book fair and chance for visitors to meet some of the authors...

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