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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Entertainment

Shaw artists and local talent to share the stage Sept. 15

The Autumn in the Air concert, now in its third year, will open its doors at 6 p.m., mixing classical selections with unexpected performances.

Arts review: ‘Blues for an Alabama Sky’ captures Harlem Renaissance dreams, falters in few performance

"Their shared dreams rise and fall, worn down by circumstances caused by a multitude of factors. These include the onset of the Great Depression, economic uncertainty, job losses and racism," writes Penny-Lynn Cookson.

Murder most foul haunts Navy Hall for Shaw Guild’s mystery dinner game

The game was afoot at the Navy Hall at the end of the summer for the Shaw Guild's fundraiser, "Murder Mystery at the Hall."

Shaw Festival’s Spiegeltent to close at end of September

The end is near for the Shaw Festival’s Spiegeltent in Niagara-on-the-Lake, with its final show scheduled for Sept. 28. After that, it'll be returning to its original home in Belgium.

‘Sleuth’ slated for Shaw Festival’s 2026 season at new venue, Queen Street’s old court house

Other highlights include the Broadway musical “Funny Girl,” opening April 24 at the Festival Theatre under the direction of Eda Holmes, and the farce “One for the Pot,” directed by Chris Abraham and set to premiere May 27.

Exploring Photos: Magder’s Family Store

Magder’s Family Store was located on the west corner of Queen and Regent streets as seen in thIS picture. The 1960 Chevrolet Corvaire parked in front...

Stay Fit: Total body workout

Jaclyn Willms Special to The Lake Report Fight the winter blues with this at-home total body workout! With only 1 set of dumbbells you can burn...

Opinion: NOTL is perfect home for Prince Harry and Meghan in Canada

David Israelson Special to The Lake Report If Prince Harry and Meghan Markle really want to move to Canada, they should consider Niagara-on-the-Lake. Think about it. For...

Golden Plunger: Oban Inn

Tucked away from the busy historic town of NOTL we came upon the boutique hotel called the Oban Inn (Gaelic for “Little Bay”), with...

Women lead the way for New Year’s golf outing

There’s a tradition at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club that every New Year’s Day some golf-crazed souls venture out onto the first tee and smack...

Cooking with Collin: A sweet, spicy, sticky sauce

Collin Goodine Special to The Lake Report Who doesn’t love chicken wings? This is a recipe that is a little out of the ordinary but allows...

Stay Fit: Consistency key to getting in shape

"This year I’m going to start exercising.” “This year, I’m going to lose all my extra weight.” “This year I’m going to take better care of...

Shaw Festival Film Series a social hub on Saturdays

The Shaw Festival’s Saturday afternoon Film Series booted back up this weekend with countless seat-saving coats scattered over auditorium chairs before showtime, marking the established tradition of arriving early, claiming a spot and socializing in the lobby before the film’s 3 p.m. start.

Golden Plunger: Teenie Panini

Betty & Jane Golden Plunger NOTL We went to Virgil looking for a panini. We stopped at a place that promised to have some teenie...

Hometown Traveller: Our Hungarian borderadventure

People from Niagara-on-the-Lake travel to some of the most interesting places on Earth and we’d like to hear about your vacations. So, if you have ever...

Richard West releases book Recollections of War

Do you remember the stories your parents told growing up, the impression they left and the impact they had on your life? Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Richard West recalls his...

Legion open mic going strong four months in

New and returning performers are buzzing about the NOTL Legion’s Open Mic as the monthly event keeps on rocking after its first four Sundays.

Hometown Traveller: The Christmas tour of a lifetime

Ward and Oresta Simpson

Cooking with Collin: A rich, hearty Christmas soup

Squash and Coconut Soup   Collin Goodine Special to The Lake Report This holiday season try a creamy, velvety smooth Squash and Coconut Soup. It is a perfect remedy...

Travel poem- Reflections on cruise holidays

Ward and Oresta Simpson's tour of European Christmas markets

Golden Plunger: Silversmith BrewingCo.

Betty & Jane Golden Plunger NOTL   Silversmith Brewing Co. 1523 Niagara Stone Rd., Virgil The travelling gals almost missed the next destination at Silversmith Brewing Co. as it is located...

Exploring Photos: McFarland House

The War of 1812 brought complete destruction to our town. Two members of the McFarland family, James and John, were very active in that conflict....

Wine Thang: Life cycle of the vine

Each week, the staff of Ravine Winery share their expertise and offer a brief explanation about an aspect of wine. So, whether you’re an...

Wallbangers back on ice for season

Yes, sports fans, the irrepressible Wallbangers are well into their 35th season of early Sunday morning hockey. The teams started playing in 1984 and Commissioner Bill...

Lots to do this winter in NOTL at Fort George

Ice skating is a perfect fit in a picturesque town like Niagara-on-the-Lake and there’s no shortage of opportunities to lace up your skates. Parks...

Arch-i-text: The classic Ranch Bungalow

Brian Marshall Featured Patio entertaining around a barbecue was something that came into popularity in the mid-20th century. For the first time in middle-class North America, it...

Exploring photos: Regent and Prideaux streets

This 1940s painting shows the corner of Regent and Prideaux streets. As seen in the picture, Regent Street continues past Front and up the hill at...

Wine Country: Big pride for Big Head

Victoria Gilbert Special to The Lake Report The sun rises early above the rolling green hillsides of western Poland where a young Andrzej Lipinski would quietly...

Wine Thang: The legend of Dom P?gnon

Each week, the staff of Ravine Winery share their expertise and offer a brief explanation about an aspect of wine. So, whether you’re an...

Cooking with Collin: Apple Butter great any time

Collin GoodineSpecial to Niagara Now/The Lake Report Apples are one fruit that certainly meets the demands of festive food lovers. During the holidays, it’s easy...

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