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Rotary’s summer cocktail fundraiser is back and rebranded

The Rotary Club hopes guests will don their best cocktail attire and enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, and what it calls “Niagara’s finest food and wine.”

Hit the rapids, skip the towel: New jet boat offers more dry seats for NOTL visitors

The company has launched a second climate-controlled Freedom Jet vessel, five years after introducing the first, giving more guests a choice: Stay dry inside a glass-enclosed dome or get drenched up front in the open-air seats.

NOTL celebrates Canada Day with art, music, fireworks and free fun

Niagara-on-the-Lake is set to celebrate Canada’s 158th birthday in style this Tuesday, with a full day of festivities ranging from fireworks to fine art and free museum access.

Arts review: ‘Tons of Money’ just needs more time to gel

"'Tons of Money' has a strong farcical plot, fine performances by a talented cast, stunning set and 1920s costume designs ... It simply needs to more cohesively come together," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Music Niagara opens its season with Father’s Day choir concert

The Laura Secord choir is recognized nationally through MusicFest Canada and the CBC Canadian Music Class Challenge, but choir leader Katryna Sacco said getting to perform for the community is a uniquely special experience: "It’s really nice to extend our reach throughout the community."

Here’s when NOTL’s pools are opening this summer

Summer's almost here in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and in a couple of weeks, residents can expect the town's public pools to open for another season of fun under the sun.

Arts review: ‘Anything Goes’ sparkles at the Shaw Festival

"In our current period of uncertainty, not entirely dissimilar from the 1930s, this timely Shaw production of 'Anything Goes' has audiences erupting in a catharsis of cheers, whoops and whistles of appreciation," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Crossroads’ home show and fun fair makes a splash

The fair included several outdoor activities for kids, including face painting, mini-games and bounce houses. But the most exciting part was Crossroads principal Kate Fish in the dunk tank, as seen by the line of students waiting for their turn to make the perfect shot.

Wine, wit and goodwill: Comedy night to fundraise for Red Roof Retreat

On June 13, NOTL comedian Joe Pillitteri will take the stage for a comedy night in support of Red Roof Retreat, running from will run from 7 to 10 p.m. at Pillitteri Estates Winery.

Crossroads fun fair returns to NOTL this Saturday

The 15th annual Niagara-on-the-Lake home show and fun fair takes place May 31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crossroads Public School. Admission is free.

NOTL’s Joe Pillitteri returns to Garden City Comedy Festival

Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Joe Pillitteri is back to emcee a night at the seventh annual Garden City Comedy Festival, taking place next weekend in downtown St. Catharines, on May 24.

Edison Singers return to St. Mark’s Church on May 24

The 24 voices of the Edison Singers will fill St. Mark’s Church with song, performing "Choral Mystics" on Saturday, May 24 at 4 p.m.

Wake up and smell the funnel cakes: Virgil Stampede kicks off this long weekend

Thousands are expected to come out to the Virgil Sports Park from May 17 to 19. New this year, to help those driving to the Stampede, organizers and volunteers are introducing a free parking shuttle service, running only on Monday.

80 Empire’s beats and optimisim echo beyond Niagara Music Awards

NOTL-based hip-hop duo 80 Empire didn't take home a trophy at Sunday's Niagara Music Awards, but they are still winning fans across the globe with their new album, guided by local collaborations, community engagement and an ethos of uplifting others.

ARTS: Lineup revealed for this summer’s Jackson-Triggs concert series

During these times of swelling national pride, Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate has announced the return of its annual Summer Concert Series and a lineup of returning favourite performers and new artists joining the stage at the Niagara-on-the-Lake winery.

NOTL musicians reunite for Mother’s Day gig at Oast House

Musicians Patrick McManus and Beau Dixon are reuniting for a special Mother’s Day gig at Oast House in Niagara-on-the-Lake on May 11: ""Bring your kids, bring your mom, or bring your kid’s mom," says McManus.

Tickets on sale for Yellow Door’s ‘Beauty and the Beast Jr.’ — come in costume

With its first stage show of the new year, the production company is also celebrating its 10th anniversary since it opened its door in Niagara-on-the-Lake to aspiring young performing artists.

‘Barely Local’ student film captures NOTL’s small-town charm

The project aims to highlight the value of small-town experiences in Canada, offering insights into how senior citizens can rediscover where they reside and rekindle a sense of pride and nostalgia, said one of its producers, a media production student at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Icebreakers comedy fest returns for 11th year

“It’s a nice little event to break up the winter blues," says executive producer Jeff Paul. Tickets are on sale now for every show except the sold-out Saturday night show.

St. Mark’s to host Christmas concert

The church is hosting a Christmas concert Dec. 22, called "A Christmas Homecoming: A Festive Celebration of Story and Song." The goal is to invoke a feeling of being at home for the holidays.

Arts review: Shaw’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ remains fun time for everyone

"The delight of this production owes much to its buoyant, genuine performances, fine direction, imaginative minimalist staging, creepy sounds and lively puppets," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

SPONSORED: FirstOntario PAC brings Niagara’s Tragically Hip-loving community together to be a part of Gord’s legacy

Secret Path Week is a national movement that commemorates the legacies of Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack, and takes place annually from Oct. 17 to 22.

Arts review: ‘Candida’ brings Shaw’s probe of gender roles to 21st century

"In this triangle of love, originally described by Bernard Shaw as 'a mystery,' Candida must choose which of the two men will be her future," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Award-winning Canadian author helps build new worlds in NOTL

Julie Czerneda, an eight-time award-winning author, will be at the NOTL Public Library on Sept. 19 to promote her latest book.

Arts review: ‘One Man, Two Guvnors’ a roaring hit with non-stop laughs

"'One Man, Two Guvnors' is a ribald, rollicking, raucous, roaring hit. To dismiss it with disdain, as some have, is beyond chacun à sans goût — it is to miss the point," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

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.

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...

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.

Arts review: The hits abound at Shaw’s popular Spiegeltent

"'It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing' and swing audiences certainly did when Duke Ellington composed this jazz classic with lyrics by Irving Mills in 1931 and performed it at Harlem's famous Cotton Club," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson, highlighting one of several standout show at the Shaw Festival's Spiegeltent this summer.

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.

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