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DECEMBER NEWS
Niagara Falls is overflowing with Culture.
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IN THIS ISSUE
COMMUNITY PRESENTATION
Cultural Hub & Farmers Market Visioning Study
GRANTS
Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund - Due Jan 31
Ontario Arts Council - Ongoing
Canadian Business Ontario - Ongoing
Multicultural Community Capacity Grant Program - Dec 13
HAPPENINGS
Intro to 3D printing - Multiple Events
Etsy Shiny & Bright - Dec 2
Christmas Bazaar - Dec 2
Mandolin Orchestra - Dec 3
Farmers Market and Ornament Workshop - Ongoing
History Museum Film, Yoga, Concert, Ornaments - Dec 7, 14, 21, 28
Winter Festival of Lights - To Jan 1
Deck the Falls Holiday Walking Tour - To Jan 1
A Village Christmas in Chippawa - Dec 17 & 24
Niagara Falls Camera Club - Ongoing events
Mark Twain's Niagara - Ongoing
Movies at the Library - Ongoing
Pieces Of Canada - Ending Dec 31
AWARDS
Niagara Socials - Dec 4
Sparkle Lighting Awards - Dec 8
THE WRITTEN ARTS
Niagara Falls Poetry - Ongoing
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS / AUDITIONS
Outdoor Sculpture - Due Jan 24
Seussical the Musical - Dec 15-17
WRAP UP
Cemetery Tours 2017
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View of Main Street Square
NIAGARA FALLS CULTURAL HUB & FARMERS MARKET VISIONING STUDY
Public Meetings & Engagement Update!
A 2nd Public Meeting on the new Cultural Hub & Farmers' Market was held on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at the Niagara Falls History Museum with 50 people in attendance. At the meeting, consultant Megan Torza (dtah) reported back on what we have heard from the public in response to the initial development options presented in the 1st Public Meeting and through the Site Plan Option Survey. Based on feedback, a hybrid final concept (Niagara Falls Exchange) was PRESENTED [HERE] IN DETAIL with site perspectives, floor plans and views, and various modes of operation for several of the spaces.
The proposed concept was presented to City Council on 28 November 2017. Next steps will be the undertaking of Business and Operating Plans for the facility with the detailed design phase to begin in 2018.
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GOT A CREATIVE IDEA?
The City of Niagara Falls wants to assist you to get your creative project off the ground! Please CONTACT the Cultural Program Assistant Kim Van Stygeren with any ideas or questions and we will do what we can to locate programs, grants or clubs that could help get you there!
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Photo: Mike Sansano
NIAGARA FALLS CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT FUND
Accepting applications until Jan 31, 2018
Your turn to Create Great in Niagara Falls!!
NFCDF aims to:
- Allocate funding to new cultural initiatives and innovative programs and projects that engage the local community with cultural and heritage-related ideas and activities
- Build capacity in Niagara Falls’ culture sector
- Increase access to culture for residents and visitors in Niagara Falls
- Promote cultural partnerships between public, private and governmental sectors
- Provide support to Niagara Falls culture groups and participants
- Celebrate Niagara Falls’ history, people, and identity
The aim is to support interesting, innovative, and high quality cultural programming that is:
- Niagara Falls-based (i.e., created by, experienced in and celebrates the arts and heritage of Niagara Falls)
- Inclusive (i.e. accessible, open to the public)
- Collaborative (i.e. features shared costs and enhanced partnerships)
- Accountable (i.e. has measurable impact and sustainability)
DETAILS HERE
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Have a show coming up? EXHIBITION ASSISTANCE for putting up and marketing your show, till January 2018. More funding available in the later months!
1-800-387-0058
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If you are an artist or are starting an arts-related business in Ontario, you may be looking for information on programs and services that can help you achieve your goals. Whether you are a dancer or visual artist, a publisher or game developer, there are resources that may be useful to you.
An arts business may be defined in many ways, including:
- Illustration, painting and drawing
- Printmaking and imaging
- Photography
- Sculpture
- Dance
- Theatre and film
- Games design
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MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITY CAPACITY GRANT PROGRAM
This program provides funding to not-for-profit organizations that focus on newcomers and ethno-cultural groups for projects that promote diversity and inclusion. This is to make it easier for newcomers and ethno-cultural communities to fully participate in all facets of life in Ontario.
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Eligible projects can receive $1,000 to $8,000 each.
There will be an information session about the grant as follows:
Wednesday December 13 from 2-3 pm
St. Catharines Public Library – Main Branch (in the Rotary and Bankers Rooms)
54 Church Street, St. Catharines
Please email multiculturalgrants.inquiries@ontario.ca with the name(s) of those attending, along with your organization’s name, email address and telephone number.
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INTRODUCTION TO 3D PRINTING
Victoria Avenue Public Librbry
Dec 2, 5, 14, 16, 21, 27, 30
Do you have a product idea you want to create with a 3D printer? Interested in concept design, character models, architecture, or spatial visualization? The NFPL is now your place to create.
This presentation will demonstrate the possibilities of 3D design and show how you can go about creating your own models. The session will showcase related software available in the NFPL’s Oakes Room Media Lab.
Developing the skills needed to design in 3D is the first step in being able to create and prototype with a 3D printer.
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ETSY SHINY & BRIGHT POP UP SHOP
December 2, 10am-4pm
Niagara Falls History Museum, 5810 Ferry Street, Niagara Falls
Join us for our 2nd annual Shiny & Bright Holiday Market held at the beautiful Niagara Falls History Museum.
Located in the heart of the tourist district, this event will bring together the finest Etsy artisans of the Niagara Region for a one of a kind, handmade holiday shopping experience. Participating Niagara Etsy Artisans will be scattered throughout the galleries and lobby of the museum, creating a unique shop, celebrate, and luxuriate in the collection experience. Guests are encouraged to look for the exciting 'museum collection inspired pieces' our artisans will be offering for sale.
Admission to the museum will be just $2 and will be donated to our community via Project SHARE.
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CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Saturday, December 2, 2017 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
5731 Desson Avenue, Niagara Falls
St. Ann's Church Hall is hosting a Christmas Bazaar. Bake Sale, Rummage Sale, Jewellery Table & Penny Table. Free draws, Christmas & Gourmet Basket Draws & Poinsettia plants for sale. Visit Santa from 12 to 2pm. Crafts, Games and Gifts for children. Food and Drinks are available. Fun for everyone!!
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