City News & Updates: October 2018
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Reservations Open Friday, October 12 at 8 AM
Over the last 14 years, our community has had great success with Sleep Cheap Charities Reap, raising over $1.8 million for local chairities! Open exclusively to residents of the Niagara Region, the 15th annual event runs for 5 days from Sunday, November 11 to Thursday, November 15, 2018. For the full list of participating hotels, rates and a bonus attraction offer from Greg Frewin, please visit sleepcheapcharitiesreap.com.
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Trick or Try-It!
A healthier Halloween treat from the City of Niagara Falls in partnership with the Niagara Falls YMCA. Buy a 40-pass booklet for $10 (tax included) and let all the little ghouls and goblins in your neighbourhood enjoy a free skate or swim! Details at niagarafalls.ca
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Nighttime Tours at Drummond Hill Cemetery
Kick off the Halloween season with a dark and ghastly tour of one of Canada's most historic cemeteries. Ten tours will run on Friday and Saturday nights starting October 19, including two twilight tours for the more easily spooked. Tickets are $12, available at the Niagara Falls History Museum. For more information, visit niagarafallsmuseums.ca.
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Community Clean Sweep: Fall 2018
On Saturday, October 20, rain or shine, the Community Clean Sweep will tidy up our boulevards, parks, and trails. The semi-annual event is a great way for students to build community service hours and for friends and family to set a an example for the next generation. Last May, our sweep involved more than 300 volunteers and a whopping 1,000 bags of litter. Learn more and register today at niagarafalls.ca/cleansweep.
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Come see what all the hoopla is about!
Celebrate the bounty of the season and pick up a pumpkin at the Harvest Hoopla! We've got a bouncy castle for the kids and face painting, too! Plus, all proceeds from pumpkin sales at the DeVries Fruit Farm stall on Saturday, October 20, will help feed local children via Niagara Nutrition Partners. Details at niagarafalls.ca and on our social channels:
Facebook @NiagaraFallsFarmersMarket
Instagram @nffarmermarket
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Looking for a career with the City?
Sign up for our new Job Posting Notifications and we'll send you an email or text message when we're hiring. Just tell us what categories you're interested in: Bus Operator, Clerical Temp, Labourer, Lifeguard, School Crossing Guard, Summer Student, or Volunteer Fire Fighter. Learn more and sign up today at niagarafalls.ca.
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Election Day is Monday, October 22, 2018
You don't have to wait until Election Day to cast your vote. Any qualified elector can vote at any one of the advance polls. Fully accessible advance polling stations are open at City Hall, Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 4 PM, as well as additional locations throughout the City on select dates. Learn more at niagarafalls.ca/elections.
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Stay in the Know: City Updates
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Fall/Winter My City Guide Now Available
The My City Guide provides you with everything you need to know about services, organizations, and programs in Niagara Falls in one place. Available at all City locations and niagarafalls.ca.
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Free Compost Supports Local Charities
During Waste Reduction Week (October 15-20) make a cash or non-perishable food item donation and collect up to 3 bags of compost per day from Regional facilities, while quantities last. Learn more at niagarafalls.ca.
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Ho! Ho! Ho! It's that time of year again!
We're recruiting a few good elves for the Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade happening Saturday, November 17. Learn more and sign up at our Volunteers Meeting on Monday, October 15 at 6 PM in the MacBain Community Centre. For more information, please call 905-356-7521 ext. 3330 or visit niagarafalls.ca/santa.
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Coronation Centre Open House
Our exclusive 50+ Recreation Centre offers over 50 fitness and recreation programs each week, including bridge, euchre, cribbage, choir, music circle, billiards, shuffleboard, darts, chess, clogging, watercolours and more than 30 fitness classes! Annual fees are just $31. Come to our open house on Tuesday, October 16 from 12-3 PM to explore our facilities, meet our friendly staff and have your antiques appraised by Doug Embelton. For details call 905-356-6493 or visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Stuff the Bus: Winter Clothing Drive
City staff and the community are trying to collect 1,000 pieces of new or gently used winter apparel to help the less fortunate this coming winter. All sizes are required, from child to adult: coats, mitts, gloves, hats, scarves, and blankets. If you have any items to donate, please drop them off at the Coronation Centre (5925 Summer Street) before Thursday, October 18. For more information, please call 905-356-6493 or visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Thursday Nights @ the Museum
Are you free on Thursday? The Niagara Falls History Museum is. Bring a date and fall in love with the fall film series, free yoga classes and more. See the full line-up and make us a habit at niagarafallsmuseums.ca.
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Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony
On October 27, Alan Barillaro, Isabelle Rezazedeh aka REZZ, James "Jim" Cooper, and Antoine Gaber will be inducted to our Arts & Culture Wall of Fame. The ceremony is open to the public and will be held in the LaMarsh Room at the Niagara Falls Public Library (4848 Victoria Av) at 11 AM. For details, visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Exhibit: Road to Freedom and the Civil War
Tod Ainslie's pinhole camera documentary. On display from October 4 to December 31, at the Ontario Power Generation Temporary Gallery at the Niagara Falls History Museum. Visit niagarafallsmuseums.ca.
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Fall Branch Collection: Niagara Region
From October 29 to November 23, place bundled branches at the curb on your regular collection day by 7 AM. Learn more at niagararegion.ca/waste.
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Residential Rodent Rebate Program
Finding rats in your yard? Pest control on private property is the homeowner's responsibility, but we can help. Before you hire a professional, learn more about our rebate program at niagarafalls.ca.
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Senior Rebates up to $140
If you're a senior living in Niagara Falls you may be eligible for up to $140 savings on your water and property taxes. Applications must be received by October 31. Learn more today at niagarafalls.ca.
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We're Recruiting! School Crossing Guards
What is better than working up to three hours a day while enjoying the fresh air and being physically active? And doing those things while making a difference in your community! Apply today at niagarafalls.ca/jobs
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Extended Hours at MacBain Centre
As of Saturday, July 7, 2018 the City's Customer Service extended hours at the MacBain Community Centre have changed as follows:
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Thursdays 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Our regular hours remain the same, Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information, please visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Fire Prevention Week: October 7-13, 2018
Have you checked your home lately? Is everyone in your household familiar with fire safety and at least two escape plans out of every room? Please take a moment to protect your home and loved ones. Learn more at niagarafalls.ca.
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Fire Stats: September 2018
Total Calls: 565
For more information about the Niagara Falls Fire Department, please visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Save the Date! Upcoming Events
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Sleep Cheap Charities Reap
Friday, October 12, 8 AM
Participating Hotels in Niagara Falls
Reservations open to Niagara Region residents. Please contact the hotels directly. For a full list of participating hotels and more information, visit sleepcheapcharitiesreap.com.
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Volunteer Meeting: Santa Claus Parade
Monday, October 15, 6 PM
MacBain Community Centre, 7150 Montrose Road
Join in the fun and volunteer for the 2018 Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade! For more information, visit niagarafalls.ca/santa.
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Open House
Tuesday, October 16, 12 PM to 3 PM
Coronation 50+ Recreation Centre, 5925 Summer Street
Take a tour, watch a demonstration, and enjoy light refreshments. Bring your antiques to be appraised and sign up for a new membership. For more information, visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Thursday Night @ the Museum: Yoga
Thursday, October 18, 7 PM to 9 PM
Niagara Falls History Museum, 5810 Ferry Street
Join Shine On Yoga for a free and relaxing hatha yoga class. Beginners welcome. Recommended for ages 16+. Space is limited so come early! Details at niagarafallsmuseums.ca.
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Community Clean Sweep
Saturday, October 20, 10 AM to 12 NOON
Oakes Park
Rain or shine. Please dress for the weather! Vests, gloves and bags will be available. Meet in the parking lot (off Morrison Street). Learn more and register at niagarafalls.ca/cleansweep.
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Harvest Hoopla!
Saturday, October 20, 2018, 7 AM - 1 PM
Niagara Falls Farmers' Market, 5943 Sylvia Place
Bring the family and celebrate the harvest in Niagara Falls with a bouncy castle and face painting for the kids. Pumpkin sales from DeVries Fruit Farm benefit Niagara Nutrition Partners and local children. For more information visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Election Day
Municipal and School Board
You don't have to wait until Election Day to vote, but you must bring ID. For a complete list of advance polling locations and schedules, or information on voter cards, find our insert in the Fall/Winter MyCity Guide or visit niagarafalls.ca/elections.
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Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Saturday, October 27, 11 AM
Niagara Falls Public Library, 4848 Victoria Avenue
The 2018 Induction Ceremony will be held in the LaMarsh Room. Open to the public, seating limited. For more information about this year's inductees and the Wall, please visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Deadline to Apply: Senior Water & Property Tax Credit
Wednesday, October 31st
Finance Department: City Hall, 4310 Queen Street
Eligible seniors (65+) must submit their applications and supporting documents to the City Finance Department no later than Wednesday, October 31, 2018. For more information, please visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Happy Halloween!
Wednesday, October 31st
Mark your calendars and get ready for the trick-or-treaters! Purchase a 40-pass booklet of Try-It Tickets while supplies last at City Hall, MacBain Community Centre, or the Gale Centre. Details at niagarafalls.ca.
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