November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

This Holiday Market is open to everyone, admission is free Get your Holiday shopping done under one roof with all type of vendors offering unique and original gift ideas. Get a delicious meal either eat in or take out Spaghetti Dinner that includes 2 meatballs, salad and dessert.

Join The Westdale for a FREE community broadcast of the 110th Grey Cup! The doors open at 5:00 pm. We are a fully licensed venue, so sit back with a drink and some popcorn and cheer on your favourite team!

After clicking ‘Buy Tickets’, you will be redirected to the event’s EventBrite page. Click on ‘Reserve a Spot’, enter your information, and you will then be able to register for the event with no additional charge to your credit card.

November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Teen volunteers are here to help you with your technology questions! 

Drop-in.

Wednesday, November 22, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, November 29, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

Experience the joy of Christmas with your family and friends by heading to the Grimsby Museum, to see dozens of decorated seasonal trees, wreaths and prizes. 

If you’d like to win the displayed items to take home in early-December, you can purchase raffle tickets or bid on our online auction. 

Admission and entrance to this magical event is FREE. Don’t forget to visit the Museum’s own gift shop while you’re there. 

All the proceeds from the 2023 event go to 11 local registered charities.

Raffle Draw & Winner Contacts:
Monday, December 4th 2023

Wreath/Tree Pickup Days:
Tuesday, December 5th to Thursday, December 7th 2023

November 1st to December 15th, The Thorold Public Library is accepting new and unwrapped gifts for all ages (examples: toys for children, personal care packs or gift cards for teens, slippers or puzzles for adults). They will also accept new clothing items as well as nonperishable food items and toiletries. Please give your donation to the front desk and thank you in advance for your generosity this holiday season! Donation suggestions/most in need: - rice - canned vegetables - jams & jellies - infant diapers (size 5 & up) - personal hygiene products

Village of Hope Niagara has begun our Season of Hope campaign, working desperately through the coming weeks before the holidays, to see that our neighbours in need have what is necessary to see them through the Season of Hope, a hamper of food for a festive dinner with their children, or partners, – gifts, and most importantly, hope. Sponsorship levels of Family $250, Senior $100, or Child $50 (or other donations) enable us to share this care with our Lincoln neighbours in need

Since the early 1860s, the market has been a vibrant scene that offers fresh foods and handmade items from the local area. Visitors enjoy connecting and learning from the local vendors who grow and produce the meats, fruits, veggies and baked goods. It's a thrilling farm-to-table experience you don't want to miss!

You can find all of Niagara's bounty at the market, including:

Farm fresh produce
Baked goods
Pasture raised, hormone free meats including pork, chicken and beef
Local honey and preserves
Cured meats and cheeses
Fresh cut flowers and plants
One of a kind artisan products

Snacks, Refreshments, Bake Sale, Plant Sale, Photo with Santa and more! 

In partnership with Start Me Up Niagara, the library will be hosting a free, drop in mobile closet event with participants such as Positive Living Niagara and Pflag. The mobile closet service provides free, new/gently used clothing and other daily necessities to the unsheltered and lowincome population in the Niagara Region. No registration is required. This event will take place in the library parking lot and is intended for participants of all ages. 

Experience the joy of Christmas with your family and friends by heading to the Grimsby Museum, to see dozens of decorated seasonal trees, wreaths and prizes. 

If you’d like to win the displayed items to take home in early-December, you can purchase raffle tickets or bid on our online auction. 

Admission and entrance to this magical event is FREE. Don’t forget to visit the Museum’s own gift shop while you’re there. 

All the proceeds from the 2023 event go to 11 local registered charities.

Raffle Draw & Winner Contacts:
Monday, December 4th 2023

Wreath/Tree Pickup Days:
Tuesday, December 5th to Thursday, December 7th 2023

Admission is FREE, plus access to the Grimsby YMCA facilities, SWAG bags, raffles and local artisans with the perfect gifts for friends and family (or yourself)

The Tree Lighting Celebration is a kickoff to the holiday season. Held at the Fleming Centre the family friendly event includes a visit with Santa, interactive lights and displays, hot chocolate and refreshments, skating, crafts and lighting of the festive holiday tree.

Since the parades inception in 1990, the West Lincoln Santa Claus Parade (formerly Christmas in the Village) has worked to bring holiday cheer to our community!

Since then, the West Lincoln Santa Claus Parade has only grown in size, spectacle and spirit.

That’s because we see how important an event like this is for bringing joy, entertainment and community to the people of West Lincoln. To put it plainly, we’re here to help showcase the best that the community has to offer but we can’t do it without you there!

Parade commences at 5:00 PM
 

Beginning:

West Lincoln Community Centre 
- 177 West St., Smithville - 

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Ending:

Village Square Mall
- 249 St. Catharines St., Smithville -