Intimate venue, big laughs: top Canadian comics to take stage at Exchange Brewery
The laughter at the Exchange Brewery is about to reach new heights as the summer wraps up in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
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Arts: Niagara Symphony Orchestra welcomes new executive director
Longtime composer and performer Adam Scime will be assuming the position of the symphony orchestra’s new executive director, starting Sept. 2.
50th annual Shaw vs. Stratford cricket match this Monday
The Shaw Festival will go head-to-head against the Stratford Festival on Monday in the 50th anniversary of the Shaw vs. Stratford cricket match.
Crowds flock to Fort George’s 25th annual War of 1812 field day
The sounds of fife and drum corps and infantry units echoed throughout the fields of the Fort George national historic site this past weekend.
Bounce back: Pickleball courts open with renewed community spirit
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s pickleball courts were back in action last weekend — and players were thrilled to return to their favourite outdoor sport after a lengthy closure.
Native Centre’s summer picnic celebrates with fun and togetherness
The grounds buzzed with excitement as families enjoyed a variety of attractions on Saturday: kids raced into the inflatable water slip ‘n slide, played with various toys and crafts and tried their hand at an inflatable archery range.
Shred-it fundraiser supports palliative care
Practical service with a personal touch, plus an opportunity to support a heartfelt cause? Not a bad deal for the folks at the annual Shred-it fundraiser this past Saturday.
Paws on the Trail fundraiser returns Sept. 7
If you want to enjoy a day of fun and adventure with your furry friend — as well as support the restoration of a historical part of Niagara-on-the-Lake for all to enjoy — the Paws on the Trail dog walk this fall is the place to be.
Sports: NOTL Soccer Team of the Week for Aug. 22
The U7 St. David’s Cold Storage team is one of The Lake Report’s featured Teams of the Week.
Poilievre editorial attracted attention from coast to coast
The Lake Report’s Aug. 15 editorial by editor-in-chief Richard Harley, “Poilievre is truly great — at pandering,” has garnered attention from coast to coast. It also struck some nerves.
Arts: Tickets on sale for Shaw Guild’s new Autumn Soiree
Tickets are on sale now for an exclusive fundraiser being hosted this fall for supporters of the annual Shaw Festival. The Shaw Guild‘s Autumn Soiree will be held on the evening of Friday,
PHOTO GALLERY: Porsches and McLarens steal the show on Queen Street
The Niagara 5000 car show saw Queen Street shut down for regular vehicle traffic on Aug. 9 and make way for dozens of big-ticket Porsches, McLarens, Austin-Healeys and other flashy automobiles.
PHOTO GALLERY: Rosy optimism in the air at Shades of Rosé party
Anyone on Queen Street this past Sunday evening was definitely seeing the world through rose-coloured glasses.
Sports: How the men’s golf finale played out
Three young men, all under 35, all friends and golf pals, teed off in the men’s open at last weekend’s NOTL Golf Club championship tournament.
Sports: Drama and downpour for NOTL golf championships
Wicked winds and a torrential downpour didn’t deter players competing in the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club’s annual club championships on the weekend.
Arts: RiverBrink hosts Turbulence exhibit until Sept. 14
In “Turbulence,” her exhibition of drawings, watercolours and digital prints at RiverBrink in Queenston, artist Millie Chen focuses attention on past and present, on historical events and memory.
Arts: Pumphouse festival celebrates the bonds between art lovers
Dozens were at the Niagara Pumphouse Arts Centre the weekend of Aug. 3 and 4 for the annual show in Niagara-on-the-Lake, which featured a diverse array of original works, including paintings, photography, sculpture, and pottery.
Arts: Creative retreat focused on art, community and relaxation
Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Gate Street Studio hosted a rejuvenating artist workshop retreat Saturday, offering a vibrant space for creativity and community.
T-shirt sales help Terry Fox’s message live on
Paige Seburn Niagara Now/The Lake Report Joan King has been keeping Terry Fox’s memory alive this summer in the lead-up to what will be the 44th anniversary of the Terry Fox Run this
NOTLers in for a peachy weekend
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Queen Street will be filled to the brim with NOTL peaches and other fruit-flavoured treats.
Museum’s heritage festival brings history to life
The museum’s front lawn and the adjacent street block were filled with visitors from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 5, enjoying a range of historical demonstrations, engaging exhibits and local vendors.
Get rid of unwanted papers at ‘Shred-it’ fundraiser for palliative care
There are less than two weeks left until Niagara-on-the-Lake Community Palliative Care’s “Shred-it” event on Saturday, Aug. 17.
Check out hot rods and cool wheels at NOTL’s three car shows
Niagara-on-the-Lake is the place to be this month if you love admiring beautiful cars — from high-end Porsches, to old-school hot rods.
Upcoming museum lecture dives into history of Virgil
The community of Virgil is one of five villages that make up the tapestry of Niagara-on-the-Lake, which, like villages such as Old Town and Queenston, has a long and storied history exemplified in its heritage homes.
@theMuseum: Part 6: So much more than rooms filled with artifacts
“We present things that are not just in the past. We are talking about now and appreciation of your culture around you.”
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