FIREHALL THEATRE
*CALL FOR AUDITIONS* Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring
Murder and mania (and mercy) combine in this delightful black farce.
Audition Dates:
August 11 7pm - 9pm
August 12 1pm - 4pm
August 13 1pm - 4pm (Callbacks) INFO
YARN BOMB THE EXCHANGE What is yarn bombing?
This art movement involves using colorful synthetic yarn to adorn different objects (like trees, benches, railings and lampposts) in a creative and impromptu way. Be a creator involved in this project!
We want your 6” squares, doilies or tendrils to use in our Yarn Bombing project at The Exchange. Be a part of the legacy of our new Culture hub!
Drop off your work or join our free workshops! You and your friends are welcome to join us live on Wednesdays and Saturdays to exchange knowledge or learn a new craft. Be a part of the art that will surround the block on benches, poles, and signposts. The work will serve to tie all three Exchange buildings together, creating a bond between people and a sense of place. CONTEST!
As a ‘thank you’ for contributing to the Yarn Bomb project, one lucky participant, selected at random, will receive a gift card for $75 to Magic Hour Needlecraft, 6009 Valleyway #119, Niagara Falls. The giveaway draw will take place on September 11. DETAILS [SCROLL DOWN PAGE]
NEWS
NIAGARA FALLS MUSICIANS NOW ON SPOTIFY!
Open Spotify, go to the search icon and there should be a camera symbol in the upper right corner. Just aim your camera at this image code to scan and enjoy the playlists!
Niagara Falls Pop Mix
Rock N' Roll Niagara Falls
Calm & Cool Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Country Tunes
TRAIL MIX 2023 IS LIVE!
Walk the Millennium Trail and listen to more of these great Niagara Falls artists- music, comedy and spoken word! INFO
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 StygerenURBAN WALLS INFO
NIAGARA FALLS FARMERS' MARKET
The City’s award-winning Farmers’ Market is open at the MacBain Community Centre on Saturdays, from 7 am - 1 pm, rain or shine. The Market will relocate to its new home at the Niagara Falls Exchange later this autumn.. HERENF 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
Opening this Fall!
LITERARY
NIAGARA THIS WEEK
Truth Through Storytelling: A source for Indigenous news, profiles and community coverage that uplifts and informs. HERE
HAPPENINGS
CARIFALLS MULTICULTURAL CARNIVAL/PARADE
Funded by the NFCDF, 2nd annual CariFalls is a multicultural experience with international participation that brings together Caribbean, Latin, Central, South and North America, Brazilian and Bahamian cultures. Featuring the display of traditional craftsmanship and design of the elaborate, embellished, exotic, colourful costumes brought to life in the presentation of the walking parade to the cultural music and chants projected through the streets.
Sat. Aug 26, 1-10pm INFO
HEARTLAND BEAT DRUM CIRCLE
Heartland Beat is a monthly, inclusive drum circle that is free for all people to attend. Drummers of all abilities are welcome to bring their own percussion instrument, or they can use one of the many hand drums provided. Each month during the 2023 season, a local guest drummer will facilitate the circle, sharing songs rhythms and good vibrations. Funded by the NFCDF. Friday, August 25th, 6pm-7pm
8215 Heartland Forest Road in Niagara Falls. INFO
NIAGARA IRISH FESTIVAL 2023
Come to celebrate Irish Music and culture in beautiful Niagara Falls, Canada! Niagara Irish Festival 2023 features local musicians from the Niagara region. Come experience an authentically Irish night of Folk Songs under candlelight on Friday 25th or a high energy show of Irish favorites on Sat 26th Aug! Funded by the NFCDF. Complete listing of all performers and tickets available from this LINK.
Fri, Aug 25, 7PM – Sat, Aug 26, 11PM
Firemen’s Park, 2275 Dorchester Road
2023 NIAGARA FIESTA EXTRVAGANZA
A 2 day Festival of Smiles celebrating Filipino heritage.
Sat. Aug 5 & 6, 10am -9pm
Firemen’s Park, 2275 Dorchester Road INFO
CHIPPAWA CONCERT COMMITTEE PRESENTS TURNTABLE ROCK
This is a Family Friendly Event
Bring a Chair and your Dancing Shoes!!
Cummington Square, Chippawa
The Taylor Brown Band. Aug 5, 7pm INFO
REGENCY ATHLETIC RESORT
Sports and Live Music EVENTSIRISH 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.
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! WEBSITELOCAL
The best lineup of live music, craft beer, local wines, light fare and cocktail bar. FACEBOOK
MIGHTY NIAGARA FILM FEST
FEATURING "Niagara Falls" + "To Play a Daredevil’s Advocate"
Wednesday 16 August | 9:00 pm FREE
Coronation Park, 5775 Hanan Ave SHOW INFO
FEATURING "Showdown in Silvertown | The Sadies"
The Sadies perform live to short films remixed from classic spaghetti westerns by Niagara filmmakers.
Friday 18 August | 9:00 pm
4620 Buttery Street SHOW INFO
**Welcome to the Mighty Niagara Film Fest, where the captivating world of cinema comes alive in the heart of Niagara! Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the ever-expanding ocean of the moving image. From August 16 to August 19, 2023, our festival sets sail, showcasing an extraordinary lineup of films made about or in Niagara and crafted by filmmakers with deep connections to the region. August 16–19
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 FACEBOOKTAPS BREWHOUSE EVENTS There is always something happening at Taps: comedy, music, markets.... TAPS BREWHOUSE EVENT LISTTHIRD 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. WEBSITESTEVE WILSON STUDIOS & THE GALLERY
In the Gallery Aug will be my own work along with Gwen Tooth, Cindy MacMillan, Kelly McNeil and Juanita Paulino, I will also have personal pieces I've collected over the year to move on to a new home - some exceptional deals here, Original art, prints and cards available, monthly events and specials drop by and see what new pieces I'm working on. 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 Hours of Operation:
Battle Ground Hotel Museum - Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
Willoughby Historical Museum - Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm
COURTYARD CONCERTS
Aug 3 Aaron Berger & Nathanial Goold.
Aug 17 J.R. Hardy
Museum Courtyard 6-7pm
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
COMMUNITY ART PROJECT led by local artist Rachelle Wunderink
Niagara Falls residents are invited to participate in free community art workshops at the Museum in July, August and September. The project, titled 'It Takes a Village', will be an amorphous city made up of individually collaged houses that will be installed throughout the Niagara Falls History Museum entrance for the Niagara Falls Night of Art on September 21.
THURS AUG 3, 17 & 31, 6- 8PMDETAILSHISTORY WALKING TOURS
Ongoing to August 31
Tour the Drummond Hill Cemetery & the Battle Ground Hotel Museum- an old tavern!
Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (in July & August)
Two tours, departing at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. from the Niagara Falls History Museum.
History Walking Tours informationDATE NIGHT @ THE MUSEUM
Ongoing to December 31
Experience a romantic evening at the Niagara Falls History Museum with 'Date Night @ The Museum.'
Every Thursday from 5-9 p.m., enjoy FREE admission as you and your partner explore the Museum's artifacts and exhibits.
Elevate your experience with local craft beer and wine available for purchase. Date Night @ The Museum informationTRIVIA NIGHT 90'S EDITION
August 25, 7 - 9:30 PM
Righteous! You asked for it and we're coming at you with another Trivia Night - 90's Edition, hosted by trivia master Lee Beaupre of Niagara's Name that Tune!
Throw on some fly 90's threads, get your team together, groups of 2-6, and come on down to the museum for a night of musical trivia, drinks and prizes. Trivia Night - 90's Edition informationPAINT LIKE BOB ROSS
August 31, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Spend a relaxing and fun evening with certified Bob Ross painter Bobbi Cosby and create Breezy Beach. All materials are provided! Remember folks, we don't make mistakes, just happy little accidents! Paint Like Bob Ross information
