Next week, Profit will be paying a weeklong visit to Queenston, arriving May 26, where she will connect with the village's active art scene and be available for commissions.
The “Lemon Twist” relay takes place Thursday, May 22 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Outlet Collection at Niagara shopping centre and aims to send one very busy lemon a full kilometre through the hands of students.
Coun. Maria Mavridis said she respects residents' issues but felt like the mood shifted during the residents association meeting from exciting unity to "political positioning," and "pointed criticism of council and a countdown to the next election."
"Our proposal includes Wellness Estates NOTL, an adult condominium community designed to help residents age in place through integrated health services," writes Nick Vaccaro.
"Some visionaries imagine that tiny devices might be adopted for treating cancer and vascular disease," writes Dr. William Brown. "That’s forward-thinking very much in line with Feynman’s vision for what was possible in 1984."
More than 100 youngsters, from toddlers to teens, tried their first ramps with protective gear and boards that CJ's Skatepark provided. "At first, it's fear, and then they're surprised at how well they actually do with instruction," said instructor Kevin David.
In recognition of the museum's 130th anniversary this year, the Niagara Foundation has chosen to name it the town's newest Living Landmark. The honour will be presented this November at Navy Hall.
“It's an opportunity to come and spend some time and chat with us ambassadors and to find out what's going on throughout the day,” said ambassador Laura Sadak.
The lord mayor "certainly has the right," to use "strong mayor powers," writes Michael Fox. "However, he could go some way to restore confidence that democracy, at times on life support in NOTL, is actually still alive."
"I’ve read every letter on this subject in all of the local newspapers without finding a single numeric alternative to our findings. There’s been plenty of time and opportunity," writes Kenn Moody.
Brian Marshall details the introduction of Bill 17, the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, introduced this spring, which, Marshall writes, contains provisions around development and home construction that are helpful, and others that present serious concerns.
"Whether you live in a bustling city apartment, a suburban home or out in the country, container gardening allows you to create vibrant, green spaces with minimal fuss," writes Joanne Young.
This week’s photo shows the former lawn bowling green at the corner of Johnson and Regent streets in the Old Town district of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The lawn bowling club began in 1877 and moved from this location to its new home at the Community Centre in 2011.
Not only do the restaurant patios let residents enjoy picturesque NOTL in the summertime, said resident Tracey Girolami, but it helps make up for the town’s limited outdoor dining options.
