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JUNE 2022
 
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CALLS FOR ART / SUBMISSIONS 
NIAGARA FALLS POETRY PROJECT SUBMISSIONS
Dedicated to the poetry of Niagara Falls – the waterfalls, river, city, people, and history. A section of the site is also being developed to showcase Niagara poets. The very first poem that contains a reference to Niagara Falls is by Le Sievr de la Franchise, published in 1604.
READ POETRY HERE
Submissions of original poems about Niagara Falls are welcome. Send us your poems. If you are a Niagara Falls poet please indicate that you live in Niagara Falls.
NEWS
CONCEPT ART FOR CULTURAL EXCHANGE
NIAGARA FALLS EXCHANGE (NFX) - CULTURAL HUB & MARKET
Check out the latest on Instagram!
NIAGARA FALLS URBAN WALLS PROJECT
Niagara Falls Culture's Street Art and Mural initiative “Niagara Falls Urban Walls”. If you are a Wall Owner please contact Kim Van Stygeren      URBAN WALLS INFO 
NIAGARA FALLS FARMERS' MARKET 
The Niagara Falls Farmers' Market opens every Saturday, rain or shine, between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. May 14th to October 29th 2022, at the MacBain Community Centre, with anticipation of the Niagara Falls Exchange Grand Opening later this year. Come support our local farmers and artisans this coming season. Looking forward to seeing you there!
For more information visit www.niagarafalls.ca/living/market.
HAPPENINGS
AROUND TOWN
Make sure to check regulations before visiting.

NIAGARA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - SUMMER UNDER THE PAVILION

Mostly Mozart - June 23, 2022 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm 
Summer Serenade - July 28, 2022 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm 
Late Summer Symphony - August 25, 2022 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm 
Bradley Thachuk, conductor 
Denis Mastromonaco, conductor 
The Niagara Symphony Orchestra presents Summer Under the Pavilion – an outdoor multi-concert experience for the whole family! Three evening performances of classical favourites by a full orchestra! Beverages and light snacks available for purchase, free on-site parking.  INFO & TICKETS 
PUBLIC LIBRARY
Niagara Falls Public Library is ready to read all summer as we get set to kick off our summer reading clubs on Saturday, June 18 on Get Your Summer Read On Day. Kids, up to age 13, who register for the TD Summer Reading Clubs at any of our three library locations on June 18 will be entered into a draw to win a family-friendly prize. We will have a scavenger hunt and a creature naming contest at each location, as well as other fun activities, from 12-3pm. Kids will be able to earn bead points again this year, the first time since 2019, and redeem them for fun beads as they read. More information will be shared on the library’s website as we get closer to the event date.
WEBSITE
NIAGARA FALLS MUSIC LIVE
3 Exciting Nights. 20+ Venues. 50+ Performances.
Concerts, Restaurants, Bars & Lounges. The three-night event brings a talented and diverse line-up of local, Ontario and Canadian talent to the city with an exciting mix of intimate performances and concerts across Niagara Falls each night.
June 9 - 11 LINEUP
BIG TEXAS
Big times! Concerts, events, entertainment, and smokehouse. BIG TEXAS EVENT LIST
MOJITO HOUSE
Authentic Latin bar, restaurant & dance club. DJ Music, Live Entertainment, Reggaeton, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, Vallenato and all your favorite Latin Mega hits! CINCO DE MAYO! WEBSITE
LOCAL
The best live music, craft beer, local wines, light fare and cocktail bar. LOCAL FACEBOOK PAGE
LUNDY'S LANE
Music, dining & more. FACEBOOK    WEBSITE
HISTORIC DRUMMONDVILLE
History, music and more. NEW WEBSITE
GREAT CANADIAN BUTTERTART FEST NIAGARA
 Top bakers from across Ontario come together to share with you this favourite Canadian Treat!
Joining bakers and 80 talented Artisans and Crafter at this Niagara Summer event!
July 9 WEBSITE
COMIC CON 10th Anniversary 
Niagara Falls Comic Con will feature more than 200,000 square feet of comics, artists, pop culture and geek related memorabilia, cosplay contests, as well as an 80s Video Game Zone, Falls Horror Fest, TV / Movie Cars, movie props, Q&A's and so much more!
Scotiabank Convention Centre June 3-5 www.nfcomiccon.com
MOTHER EARTH DAY
The FREE-admission event features a community clean sweep, tree planting, music, food, vendors, kid’s activities and more! Fun for the entire family.
Ride your bike to the event and take advantage of our complimentary Bicycle Storage Valet, supported by Amici Per La Vita Niagara Cycling Club. Firemen’s Park, June 11 FACEBOOK EVENT
CSI NIAGARA FALLS
Think you could solve a murder case? Experience life as a Crimescene Investigator in this thrilling outdoor murder mystery event.
Use forensic techniques, codebreaking, and good old-fashioned detective work to crack the case in this limited ticket event. June 4
TICKETS
 DOWNTOWN
AWA NIAGARA AFRICAN CULTURAL SPACE OPENING
The African women acting AWA organization launches the “AWA Niagara African cultural space” for exchange, cultural experience through workshops, culinary arts, artistic, movie programming, community engagement activities and visual arts exhibitions.
The grand opening/fundraiser of AWA new branch location in Downtown Niagara Falls the “AWA Niagara African Cultural Space” 4337 Queen Street Niagara Falls on Saturday June 25, 2022, 4pm - 9pm. This will be our very first opening in Niagara Falls as we are primarily located in Toronto. The AWANACS was conceived by visionaries leading AWA among whom are skilled, hard-working African women, who have demonstrated tremendous effort in pursuing their artistic visions, careers, and social/political/economical activism in the sector. The Space will encourage learning about the rich African cultural heritage, coach, workshop, and present talents through all year-round programming for the community and artists with inclusiveness of other counterparts. Further, the space will also serve for community rentals for private events, smart office and gatherings that are inline with AWA’s vision. MORE INFO & TICKETS
THE AUTHENTIC DOWNTOWN
Check out all the EVENTS and FOOD to enjoy downtown.
DOWNTOWN WEBSITE 
CRUISING THE Q
Cruising The Q car show taking place on Queen Street Niagara Falls every Tuesday starting at 5pm (weather depending). FACEBOOK SITE
CAT & MONKEY EVENTS
Black Cat Witchcraft, Sacred Monkey Massage, spiritual retail items, Witchcraft and conjure classes, Paint nights, Special events, Fundraisers, Crafting workshops and more
FACEBOOK
TAPS BREWHOUSE EVENTS There is always something happening at Taps: comedy, music, markets.... TAPS BREWHOUSE EVENT LIST
JEFRO'S BBQ
Music, brews and bbq. JEFFRO'S BBQ MUSIC LIST
PLUSH IMPERIAL
Restaurant, dance and live entertainment: Spanish/English, Caribbean, Canadian, Costa Rican, Jamaican music and cuisine. OPEN MIC Thursdays 8PM to 11pm hosted by Angela Siracusa
PLUSH IMPERIAL FACEBOOK EVENTS
CAMP CATARACT EVENTS
Camp Cataract is a unique venue with a fun, kitschy atmosphere that’ll tickle your nostalgia for summer camps! Amazing food, unique drinks, live music, stand-up comedy, poetry, craft nights, ping-pong, crokinole, vintage pinball machines, board games and so much more! EVENT LIST
STEVE WILSON STUDIOS & THE GALLERY
Artists donate a portion of sales to the Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Relief fund.
Drop by the gallery to check out new works by artists and a portion of the sales will go to the Red Cross Ukraine Relief fund, artists have set a percentage of any of their sales to be directed to the Red Cross, there are a few that are full donations as well.
ARTISTS: Lynden Cowan, Cindy MacMillan, Kelly McNeil, Amy Paquette, Gwen Tooth, John Cutruzzola  and Steve Wilson
STEVE WILSON GALLERY INFO
MUSEUMS / HISTORY
NIAGARA FALLS HISTORY MUSEUM 
MUSEUM WEBSITE
EVENTS CALENDAR
A WOMAN'S WORK IS NEVER DONE
The definition of Women’s Work has evolved over time. Once, it defined any work historically undertaken by women, especially domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and child rearing. As we enter a new decade of the 21st-century and gender roles continue to shift and grow, we understand that women’s work is a much more complex, all-encompassing term that defines all work that women do, both paid and unpaid.
By weaving together a collection of Niagara Falls stories, this exhibition seeks to celebrate the diversity of women’s roles within the labour force. It highlights not only the success of women in traditional roles, like teaching and nursing, but also showcases the strong contributions carved out by female leaders in our community as artists, broadcasters, activists, historians, managers, and politicians.
FEBRUARY 3, - NOVEMBER 13, 2022 EXHIBITION PAGE

LIVING OUT STORIES

Happy Pride! Join Falynn Shaw as she hosts the new Living Out Stories series for the LGBTQ+ and straight communities alike. Be a part of these much-needed conversations in the Niagara Region. All are welcome! Event will be live streamed on Facebook. 
To register for the event on Zoom, please CLICK HERE!
This is a FREE event!
Online
June 2, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

PLATINUM JUBILEE TEA- Sold Out!

Join us to celebrate her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee with a classic afternoon tea at the Niagara Falls History Museum. Savour delicious treats provided by Fiona's Fancies while you enjoy a show of the Queen's traditional hats, Coronation Commemoratives, and Royal Collectibles presented by Norma Shephard of the Mobile Millinery Museum.
We want to see you in your royal attire, so polish that tiara, throw on a top hat or wow us with your fascinator.
Registration is Required. To reserve your spot, please CLICK HERE!
Tickets: $20 Members | $25 Non-Members
June 4, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

MAGIC AT THE MUSEUM

Come join us for some PD Day fun and magic at the Museum. Scoop McCoy performs his funny and zany magic show at the Niagara Falls History Museum! Scoop’s incredible show features lots of laughs and audience participation. After the show, explore the Museum galleries with our Activity Book full of games and puzzles. Don’t forget your magic wand! 
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Parking behind the Museum is currently under construction as we build our exciting new Culture Hub. Look for City parking lots off of Main Street, Ferry Street, and Peer Street. You will also find on-street parking throughout the neighborhood. 
Registration is Required. To reserve your spot, please CLICK HERE!
Free for Members | $5 Non-Members
June 10, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP- Sold Out!

Come out for a fun evening and learn watercolour techniques using watercolour paints, crayons and pencils. You will be guided to create The Intuitive Forest. All materials provided, so just bring yourself!
Diane Ptolemy is an illustrator and artist with a wide range of experience in many mediums. She has been teaching classes and paint nights for years in various mediums. Her mission is to share her knowledge and tricks, and then get you started towards creating your own magic!
Registration is Required. Please CLICK HERE to sign up!
$10 Members
$12 Non-Members
June 16, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

LONGHOUSE BASKET WORKSHOP- Sold Out!

As part of the Museums ongoing Reclaiming Cultural Identity initiatives, the Niagara Falls History Museum has teamed up with Kimberly White-Atkins of Talking Turtle Baskets for a Longhouse Basket Workshop.
Kimberly is Akwesasne Mohawk of the Turtle Clan. She has been making black ash and sweetgrass baskets for 11 years. She is passing down her knowledge to her children and hopefully to her grandchildren, so they may carry on the tradition of basket making.
Registration is required. To reserve your spot, please CLICK HERE!
$10 Members
$15 Non-Members
June 18,  9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
History@Home: BRINGING THE MUSEUM TO YOU!
Spend some time online with us today as these short videos highlight the Museum's collection and the history of our famous City. Annie Edson Taylor! Blondin! Bridges and more! HISTORY@HOME LINKS
EMPATHIC TRADITIONS: NIAGARA'S INDIGENOUS LEGACY
The Niagara Falls Museums teamed up with Landscape of Nations 360⁰ to create an exciting new virtual exhibition that explores the Museums’ collections of Indigenous artifacts as curated through the perspective of Indigenous curators and their allies.
A PEEK IN THE STUDIO
NIAGARA FALLS' ARTIST STUDIOS
With Lindsay-Ann Chilcott

A few questions about artists' work, space and what drives them to create.
VISIT ARTWORK
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