Join hawk watcher Bruce Mackenzie at the Grimsby Public Library to discuss the NPCA's Hawkwatch, how you can contribute, and the best places to watch raptor migrations. 

In celebration of our organizations 130th Anniversary this year, our CEO/Curator, Sarah Kaufman highlights what our first Curator, Janet Carnochan was collecting and why these items are so significant. Admission is free for Museum members or $15 for non-members.

The Grimsby Author Series is a fundraiser for the Grimsby Public Library. All  proceeds from ticket sales support future Library services and programs. Your continued support and enthusiasm for the series warms our hearts. We hope that you'll join us for another amazing season! 

The Friends of Fort George in partnership with Forty Creek Distilleries is hosting the fifth annual whisky tasting event at Historic Navy Hall, hosted by Forty Creek North American Brand Ambassador, Chris Thompson. Paired with extensive Hors D’hoeuvres, there will be several different award winning Forty Creek whisky samples provided.  Come and relax by the warm fire at Navy Hall, and enjoy a unique evening of food, drink, whisky education and merriment.

The Grimsby Knights of Columbus are having a bottle drive collecting all beer, wine and liquor recycled containers.

Learn about local wildlife, native plants, and hiking in all seasons with the NPCA. Please wear sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Uneven ground and slippery conditions possible.

Bring your antiques and heirlooms to be appraised by 4 expert assessors. $10 per item, or 3/$25. No appointment or registration required. 

Lisa Mooney, Executive Director, Welland Museum will present a fascinating account of some of the more significant fires which have occured in Welland County.

This indoor handmade market will feature over 60 talented local vendors showcasing unique, handcrafted treasures, perfect for welcoming the season of growth and new beginnings. From art and jewelry to home décor and wellness products, there’s something for everyone.

Event Highlights:

• The first 20 customers will receive a free spring-themed goodie basket
• A raffle giveaway with incredible prizes from our vendors
• Family-friendly activities and other surprises to celebrate the Spring Equinox

Grimsby Seniors Speaker Series presents...Laura Davidson! 

Having navigated the challenges of chronic pain, Laura understands the profound physical, emotinal, and psycho logical toll it can take! This lived experience has inspired her to create some protocols that help clients and caregivers to get back to the way they love! 

Door prizes!

No Charge! 

Come to an event you wont want to miss! 

Join Kim from the Niagara chapter of pflag Canada for a fun and interactive discussion about allyship. Bring your questions and learn about how we all can support, educate, and advocate for a more inclusive community.

Join us for Spin for Ukrainian Relief at 3754 Walker Rd! Let's come together to support those in need. This in-person event will be filled with energy, music, and a great workout. All proceeds will go towards providing relief to Ukraine. So, grab your friends, break a sweat, and make a difference. See you there!

Bake Sale, Penny Sale and More!

A 35'x25' HO model railroad with Dispatcher and Yardmaster. NEW--automatic signaling on main lines. Up to 6 trains operating at a time. Sorry-not wheelchair accessible. Model train items for sale in basement. Open on Sundays only-March 30 and April 6. FREE-donations appreciated.

Easter Gift Baskets, sprawling Bake Table, local Vendors, unique Crafts, Penny Sale, Mystery Boxes, Books & Puzzles, Raffles - 18 Holes Golf at Rockway, Homestyle Lunch and much more!

Bring your skates and get ready for a fun-filled afternoon on the ice!  All ages are welcome—let’s make some great memories together! We can’t wait to see you there!

Enjoy an evening of traditional jazz music with food and drink.

Come in 1920-30s clothing!

A 35'x25' HO model railroad with Dispatcher and Yardmaster. NEW--automatic signaling on main lines. Up to 6 trains operating at a time. Sorry-not wheelchair accessible. Model train items for sale in basement. Open on Sundays only-March 30 and April 6. FREE-donations appreciated.

Drop in to this fun way to end the skating season and help us paint the ice at Jordan Arena. 

• Paint and brushes will be provided. 
• No skates required, but all children under the age of 12 require a helmet.

Ages 13-17

Join Toronto artist, educator, and lead vocalist for the genre-blending band Darenots, Andrew Lloyd Reid, known by his stage name REV, for an interactive and engaging workshop, designed to make poetry feel accessible and dynamic for teens. Whether you are a budding poet or seasoned pro, this workshop will inspire and equip you with the tools to elevate your craft.

Presented in co-ordination with P.U.L.S.E Poetry (Poetry, Understanding, Language, Sound, Expression), a public service initiative dedicated to promoting literacy through free, engaging poetry workshops.

Join us in conversation with Emma Donoghue. 
Emma is a novelist, screenwriter and playwright. Her novel Room has sold almost three million copies, won the Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize and the Commonwealth Writers' Prize.  The Wonder was shortlisted for the Scotiabank Giller Prize, and Donoghue co-wrote the screen adaptation. The Pull of the Stars was nominated for the Trillium Book Award and Scotiabank Giller Prize. Donoghue's fiction ranges from the contemporary to the historical and includes two books for young readers. This is a fundraiser in support of Lincoln Pelham Public Library.

Free community event with Guest Speaker Jennifer Leat, Retired Professor, University of Waterloo 

Pollinator Roadsides: Creating habitat in the Waterloo Region
The goal is to promote the planting of roadsides with pollinator-friendly native plants to beautify them and recreate habitat for native pollinators and other wildlife in the Region of Waterloo and that this may become an example for other regions across the province.

Calling on everyone who is interested in art and history to join the GHS as we welcome Sarah Oatley from the Grimsby Public Art Gallery as she presents "Celebrating GPAG's 50th Anniversary"!

Sarah's presentation features the history of the foundations of the art gallery from basement beginnings to the new building.  Highlighting significant moments in the gallery's history including prominent exhibiting artists, interesting and unconventional programming, permanent collection features and vault storage upgrades.

Sarah is an art historian and researcher working as a program assistant for the GPAG's 50th anniversary.  She has conducted research and produced exhibitions across Canada including the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, the Bachinski-Chu Print/Study Collection and the Fashion History Museum.

Fee for GHS members is complimentary and guests is $10.00.      Everyone is welcome to attend!

Bake Sale, Penny Sale and More!

Griffin Data, owner of Newark Brewing, provides a crash course in brewing craft beer, plus shares tips for brewing your own beer.

Learn about the basic tools, findings and techniques to make earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings in a guided step-by-step lesson. Use these skills on your choice of several projects. All supplies and tools provided.

Drop in to Fleming and watch a movie and celebrate National Canadian Film Day.

FREE ADMISSION EVENT!!! All are welcome, everyone is a winner! There will be fun activities for the whole family! Easter egg hunts, carnival games, easter bunny visits, inflatables, live trivia, fire trucks, race cars, face painting, colouring contest, great food, and more!

20,000 eggs, amazing prizes, BBQ, and much more!
Admission is a monetary donation to Village of Hope Niagara.

Sponsored by the Lynn Fee Team

Enjoy a delicious all you can eat breakfast with the Beamsville Lions Club. Adults - $15, Kids 6-12 - $7, Kids 5> - Free. 

The Grimsby Museum is thrilled to announce the opening of its first ever permanent gallery this April. 

This exhibition explores Grimsby’s history through a journey from ancestral lands and peoples to modern times. With a hologram installation and interactive artificial intelligence, The Grimsby Museum invites you to experience history through a new lens.

This exciting trivia event takes place in the ballroom of the historic Rodman Hall, built in 1863 for St. Catharines mogul Thomas Rodman Merritt and recently restored to its original majesty as a boutique hotel. Marvel in the architecture and decor of one of Niagara’s most exquisite heritage buildings while aiding The Brown Homestead to reimagine our historic site as an active learning and community gathering space.

The Grimsby Author Series is a fundraiser for the Grimsby Public Library. All  proceeds from ticket sales support future Library services and programs. Your continued support and enthusiasm for the series warms our hearts. We hope that you'll join us for another amazing season! 

Join volunteers from the Port Dalhousie Beautification and Works Committee in their annual Spring clean up in downtown Port Dalhousie.

We'll meet at Port's Old Lock One Stage, 45 Lakeport Rd. at 10 a.m.  Light refreshments served at noon.  We'll supply the clean up equipment; bags, gloves, pickers.  Highschool volunteers hours will be verified.  Dress for the weather.

Find out more on Facebook at Port Dalhousie Beautification and Works Committee.

David Sherlock will describe the rail links which have crossed Pelham Township and the surrounding area. Learn about the Ridgeville Branch of the Welland Sub of the Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo Railway (THB) and the Niagara, St. Catharines and Toronto Electric Railway (NST).

Live music and dance!

Sensational prized raffle!

Spellbinding Silent auction!

Tickets $35 per person

Shop from awesome vendors and support our local artisans and small businesses!

Join the Grimsby Lawn Bowling Club to celebrate their 130th anniversary. Tour the club, enjoy live music, and try your hand at lawn bowling. 

Adoptions and more!

Enjoy a delicious all you can eat breakfast with the Beamsville Lions Club. Adults - $15, Kids 6-12 - $7, Kids 5> - Free. 

DREAMER is the authentic re-creation of the legendary ’70′s rock band Supertramp. A group of multi-instrumentalists perform all of the sounds used in the real Supertramp show from sax, clarinet, trombone, vintage keyboards and of course the unmistakable Supertramp vocal sound.

The musicians for DREAMER are hand-picked for their incredible expertise in capturing the often intricate arrangements of Supertramp’s material and are a strong complement to the feature vocals of Roger Hodgson and Rick Davies. DREAMER will take you on a musical journey back in time!

Supporting Diabetes Canada

The Grimsby Author Series is a fundraiser for the Grimsby Public Library. All  proceeds from ticket sales support future Library services and programs. Your continued support and enthusiasm for the series warms our hearts. We hope that you'll join us for another amazing season! 

Adoptions and more!