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MAY 2023
 
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CALLS FOR ART / SUBMISSIONS / GRANTS
 
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS "open-ended 2023"
City of St. Catharines 14th Annual Juried Exhibition
Entry Deadline: June 26, 2023
Established and emerging artists living in the Niagara Region are welcome to apply. The exhibition and reception will be held in the Third Floor Gallery at City Hall. INFO
CALL TO BLACK ARTISTS
Bound and Determined: Chloe Cooley, enslavement, and the Fight for Freedom. 
Entry deadline: May 8, 2023
Seeking proposals for a commissioned painting that will be part of the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum’s permanent collection and will be displayed at the Museum as part of an exhibition that commemorates the 230th Anniversary of Chloe Cooley and the Act to Limit Slavery. 
INFO
NEWS
NIAGARA FALLS CULTURE COMMITTEE
The City welcomes the next term of appointed volunteers to the Culture Committee. This committee will assist Culture staff in creating a dynamic and vibrant City.  The committee assists in the development of policies and plans; acts as an advocate for arts, culture, and heritage providers throughout the community and provides informed perspectives on arts, culture, and heritage related matters in the City. INFO
  • Sheri Armstrong
  • Debra Attenborough
  • Priscilla Brett
  • Donna Brown
  • Diane Dubas
  • Dino Fazio
  • Angela Menotti
  • Laura Moffat
  • Tracy Satin
  • Patrick Sirianni
  • Irmina Somers
  • Elaine Wallis
  • Council Rep: Wayne Campbell
  • Council Rep: Lori Lococo

WANT TO SHARE YOUR NIAGARA FALLS EVENTS?
https://nfexchange.ca/events
New website for the Exchange has an event calendar!
Just add your event HERE and select ARTS, CULTURE & NATURE and it shows up in both locations!
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 Market will now begin its 2023 season at the MacBain Community Centre (same location as previous year) on McLeod + Montrose Road on the 20th of May 2023. ***Stay tuned about updates for the opening of the Wednesday Night Supper Market at the Exchange***  HERE
NF EXCHANGE- ARTIST STUDIOS 
HOT DESK SPACES STILL AVAILABLE. There is currently a waiting list for the regular studio spaces.
APPLICATIONS ALWAYS OPEN! Accepting applications for the waiting list. The process remains open and all applications are held for a year. Artist studio information is available HERE
NF EXCHANGE WOODWORKING SHOP
The woodworking studio is located on the Exchange's main floor, prioritizing creating an accessible creator space for the community. This will provide anyone interested in woodworking with the materials and tools required to complete projects. It is a space for all, including amateur woodworkers to explore their potential. 
MEMBERSHIP RATES AND INFO

NIAGARA FALLS EXCHANGE (NFX) UPDATES
NIAGARA FALLS REVIEW: "Touring The Exchange: Work on new Niagara Falls culture hub in the home stretch." HERE 
Stay tuned for news of the upcoming opening events!
LITERARY
NIAGARA THIS WEEK
Truth Through Storytelling: A source for Indigenous news, profiles and community coverage that uplifts and informs. HERE
HAPPENINGS
"Firehall Theatre" with a photo of theatre seats in the background.
THE DROWNING GIRLS by Beth Graham, Charlie Tomlinson & Daniela Vlaskalic 
FIREHALL THEATRE

Onstage: April 28 - May 14, 2023
Three breathless brides tell their stories in a haunting Canadian play. Winner of the Betty Mitchell award for best new play.
For dates and tickets look HERE.  
"Lucky: a novel"
NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
LUCKY. Tea Talk with Marissa Stapley
We’re capping off our book club season with a special event featuring bestselling author Marissa Stapley. We’ll interview the author of Lucky and you’ll have a chance to ask your own questions, all while enjoying afternoon tea. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased at Victoria, Community and Chippawa. In person registration is required. The event will take place on Sunday, May 28, 2023 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm in the LaMarsh Room at Victoria Avenue. INFO 
IRISH MUSIC NIAGARA
Folk 'n' Irish music sessions
Every Sunday 1:30 -4:30pm at Doc Magilligan's.
Bring your own instrument and join in! 
EVENTS at Doc's.
WONDERS OF WOOD
May 20 & 21, 2023. Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-5. Gale Centre.
The Niagara Woodcarvers' Show & Competition showcases carvings, pyrography (wood burning), marquetry & more! Enjoy the amazing competition, varied exhibits, silent auction, door prizes, etc. Visit live demos and try wood burning and marquetry, perfect for adults & children. INFO
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!  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

 DOWNTOWN

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
THIRD SPACE CAFÉ
A social enterprise, serving beverages, food, and handmade goods & artwork. We prioritize social change and compassion above profits and strive to provide a community space that is welcoming for all. WEBSITE
PLUSH IMPERIAL
Moving to Queen Street! Restaurant, dance and live entertainment: Spanish/English, Caribbean, Canadian, Costa Rican, Jamaican music and cuisine. 
PLUSH IMPERIAL FACEBOOK EVENTS
STEVE WILSON STUDIOS & THE GALLERY
Original art, culture, prints and cards available, monthly events and specials drop by and see what new pieces being worked on, what's new and exciting! 
Facebook  Website 
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
MUSEUMS / HISTORY
NIAGARA FALLS HISTORY MUSEUM 
Summer Museums Open 

Visit us this summer! Summer sites will be open May 19-August 27, 2023

Hours of Operation: 
Battle Ground Hotel Museum 
Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm 

Willoughby Historical Museum 
Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm 

EVENTS CALENDAR
"Human Nature Exhibition"
Scientific evidence shows us that Human-made climate change threatens life on this planet. To ensure a viable habitat for present and future generations, sustainable ways of living must be quickly adopted. The artefact collections of the Niagara Falls Museums illustrate times of balance and times of imbalance for humans. These objects help us to think of our place on Earth as just one of many species and the impact that we have. Forging a new way together using Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Science, we can create a hopeful vision for a sustainable future.
Highlights include:
  • Nature photography by Mark Zelinski
  • Nature Mandala Sit Spot by Victoria Brecht
  • Prophecy Beadwork Art by Samuel Thomas, Cayuga Nation
  • Four Wampum Agreement Reproductions by Ken Maracle, Cayuga Nation
  • Personal Messages about Climate Crisis from the DearTomorrow Project
  • Historical objects
SATURDAY, APRIL 22 - SUNDAY, JANUARY 7 DETAILS
KING'S CORONATION TEA
Celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and The Queen Consort with a classic afternoon tea at the Niagara Falls History Museum. Savor delicious treats and aromatic teas, while we take the pageantry at Westminster Abbey.
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. 
May 6, 11 AM & 3 PM
MEAD + HONEY
Explore the world of bees and wine with Rosewood Winery. Sample some mead and honey, while learning about the history of these two products, their production, and beekeeping in general. The evening will be lead by William Roman, a 3rd generation life-long beekeeper and general manager of Rosewood Winery. 
Tickets must be purchased in advance. 
May 11, 7pm 
STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP
6-hour workshop. Learn the skills for copper foiling stained glass.  Begin by learning the skills to cut, grind, foil and solder while fabricating a grape leaf window sun catcher.  This course is a hands on media. Hand building strength is required. Finished sun catchers will be taken home.
May 20, 10am. INFO
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! This June we welcome Hexe Noire, a notable and much loved Hamilton-based drag queen, as our special guest. INFO
June 1, 7pm | Virtual
ART
Photo of Rachelle Wunderink's studio.
A PEEK IN THE STUDIO 
WITH RACHAEL WUNDERINK

Step inside the work environments of Niagara Falls artists, craftspeople, photographers, videographers and musicians and read a few questions about what drives them to create.
PEEK HERE

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