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May 18
International Museum Day
9am - 5pm
Location: St. Catharines Lock 3 Museum, 1932 Welland Canals Pkwy
Contact: Isabel Bachmann, 905 984-8880 ext. 237, museuminfo@stcatharines.ca or www.stcatharineslock3museum.ca |
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May 26
Seniors Day
10am - 3pm
Cost: Free
Location: CAW Hall, 121 Bunting Rd., St. Catharines
Contact: Irene Bray, 905 685-1264A special day for
and about seniors. Displays, special interests, advice, Free Admission - Door Prizes. Free
bus rides courtesy of St. Catharines Transit sponsored by St. Catharines Healthy Cities,
CAW retirees, Local 199. |
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| June |
June 3, 10, 17, 24
Dancing in the Park
7:30 to dark
Cost: Free
Location: Pavilion in Montebello Park
Contact: Yvonna, 905 988-9057 or www.rscdsstcatharines.caScottish dancing in Montebello Park. Watch or learn. Enjoy the
music and have fun. Great Exercise! Children 8 and up are welcome. Call Yvonna at 905
988-9057. |
June
7
Annual Catfish DerbyFor the past 28 years, the Calhoun Catfish Derby has been the largest and most
successful fishing event for kids with a turnout one year of 2,000 entries.
All proceeds raised going to the Niagara Peninsula
Childrens Centre which provides therapy for over 2900 children with physical or
communicative disabilities from all 12 municipalities in Regional Niagara. For more
information please contact the Niagara Peninsula Childrenīs Centre at 905-688-3550 ext.
106. |
June 7
Children's Pet Show
9:30 am Lakeside ParkThe St.
Catharines Recreation and Community Services Department in partnership with the Lincoln
County Humane Society presents the 56th Annual Children's Pet Show. Judging is based on
the healthy appearance of the animal, as well as the child's age appropriate knowledge of
how to care for their pet. No pre-registration is necessary, just come out for the fun!
Contact the Recreation Supervisor for further information, 905 688-5601, ext. 1570. |
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June 28 - July 1
Port Dalhousie Canada Day Celebrations Fun for the whole family at the Lion"s Club Carnival with
midway rides and one of the summer"s largest fireworks displays on the shores of Lake
Ontario. Call 905-937-4783. |
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| July |
July 1
Canada Day Family Street PartyBring the whole family to the Market Square in downtown St.
Catharines for The Annual "Canada Day Family Street Party". Enjoy free
entertainment, children"s activities, and much, much more. 11am to 3pm. For more
information please call 905-688-5601 ext. 1503. |
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July 1
Canada Day Celebrations at Charles Daley Park Come out on Sunday, July 1 from 2pm until after the fireworks at
10pm for lots of excitement for the whole family, including live entertainment.
Admission-$2/person. Call: 905-563-8205. |
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July 6 - August 31
Concerts in Montebello Park Performances are Sunday and Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Presented by City of St. Catharines Recreation and
Community Services. For more information contact 905-688-5601 ext. 1927. |
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July 3 - August 28
Out to Lunch Summer Concert Series Enjoy lunch every Tuesday and Thursday in the Market Square,
Downtown St. Catharines, 12 noon to 1pm in July and August while, enjoying the light
sounds of local musicians playing outdoors. Contact 905-685-8424. |
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July 9 - 12
Annual Summer Sidewalk Sale Find that one of a kind item, at a great price while you browse
through the many locations that will participate in the Downtown Summer Sale. Call
905-685-8424. |
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July 12
Downtown Classic Car Show
2007's car show was a resounding success with over 350
automobiles registered and thousands of people in attendance. Many hours are spent
strolling through the Downtown core. With more area again in 2008, we will be able to
accommodate everyone whom wishes to show off their vehicle.
Keep you eyes peeled for our annual Sidewalk Sale
happening the week prior, along with our Out To Lunch Concert Series on Tuesday's and
Thursday's in Market Square from 12nn - 1pm.
Free parking all day at City parking garages, meters and
the lower level parking lot behind St. Paul Street.
To register a vehicle, charity, enquire about
sponsorship, or any further information contact Elizabeth at the St. Catharines Downtown
Association at # 905-685-8424. |
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July 15, 29
Campfire and Sing-A-Long Tuesday
6pm-8pm - Burgoyne Woods Park Join
the staff of the Recreation and Community Services Department at the fire pit for a good
old fashioned wiener roast and sing-a-long. Bring your own wieners, buns and other snacks
we will supply the pop, condiments and marshmallows! Remember to bring a blanket or
lawn chairs to relax on! Contact the Recreation Supervisor at 905 688-5601 ext. 1570 for
further information. |
July 19 - 20
Annual Thorold Arts & Crafts ShowCome out and stroll amongst the many crafts and homemade goodies,
at the Thorold Arena in Downtown Thorold. Admission: $3/person. Contact Cathy
Henderson 905-227-7248. |
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July 26
Dragon Boat RacesThe City of St. Catharines Museum presents the 8th Annual Dragon
Boat Festival. Get involved or be a spectator on the waters of the Historic Henley as
Dragon Boat teams from Niagara and beyond compete for a day of family fun and competition.
For more information or to register your team please call 905-984-8880. |
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| August |
August - October
St. Catharines Game
& Fish-Fall Salmon Derby Call the
Fish and Game Association for more details.
905-937-6335. |
August 12
Campfire and Sing-A-Long Tuesday
6pm-8pm - Burgoyne Woods Park Join
the staff of the Recreation and Community Services Department at the fire pit for a good
old fashioned wiener roast and sing-a-long. Bring your own wieners, buns and other snacks
we will supply the pop, condiments and marshmallows! Remember to bring a blanket or
lawn chairs to relax on! Contact the Recreation Supervisor at 905 688-5601 ext. 1570 for
further information. |
August 21
13th Annual Citywide Lifeguard Championships
7pm-10pm Lancaster Pool The
lifeguards from your local pools will be competing in a variety of events showcasing their
lifesaving skills. The challenge kicks off with a food drive in support of Community Care
and a blood donor clinic in support of Canadian Blood Services. All food items will be
donated to Community Care. Contact Koby Vanyo, Recreation Coordinator at 905 688-5601 ext.
1958 for further information. Please bring a nonperishable food item in lieu of admission
fees. |
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| September |
September 5 - 7
St. Catharines Niagara Fall Home ShowAt Seymour Hanna Sportsplex on St. Paul Street W. For
information contact 1-800-465-1073 Dave Jenkins. |
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Septebmer 13 - November 2
Exhibit-Niagara Through the Lens: Shots that set the Standard-
(St. Catharines Museum)The St.
Catharines Standard Collection. Call for Museum hours & information:
905-984-8880. |
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September 27
Grape & Wine Pre-parade Pancake BreakfastEnjoy a pancake breakfast and live entertainment before the Grande
Parade in the Downtown Farmersī Market building with proceeds going to the St. Catharines
General Hospital. Breakfast includes pancakes, back bacon, juice tea/coffee. Tickets are
$5.00/person. Contact 905-688-5600 ext 1503 for more information. |
| October |
October 4 from 10am to 4pm
Pioneer Day Spend
the day with pioneers at the museum in historic Jordan Village. Demonstrations, live
entertainment, displays, food and refreshments galore! Stroll the village; visit the
shops, winery and art gallery.
Call 905-562-5242. |
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October 11
PumpkinvilleA free
family event held at Happy Rolphs Bird Sanctuary. The day includes professional
childrens games, bouncers, face painting, costume characters, pumpkin carving and
scarecrow building contests. Call 905-688-5601 extension 1570 or e-mail
jgreen@stcatharines.ca |
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October
17
James Street Night of
Art Come out and enjoy the 3rd annual
event from 7-10pm. Held on James St. between King and St Paul Streets. The street will
fill with visual art, media art, dance, music and theatre in participating stores, store
windows, sidewalks and the street. For more information call 905-988-1888. |
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October
18 - 19
Doors Open An annual heritage festival that spans both sides of the border in
the Niagara Region and Western New York. For more information call 905-354-5100 Toll
Free: 1-877-354-9420. |
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October 16 - 30
Historical Ghost Walking Tours Downtown St. Catharines has some of the best historical buildings
in Niagara, but it just so happens that many of them are haunted! Join our tour guides as
they take you on an easy paced stroll through our Downtown while listening to and
exchanging stories of the different haunting and ghosts that have made their presence
known. Call for a tour today 905-685-8424. |
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Mid October to November
Movie's in Market SquareCome out, bring your family, friends, your lawn chairs, and enjoy
some of your old favourites on the big screen in Market Square in Downtown St. Catharines.
Hosted by the Downtwon Association. Movie details and dates will be found online or call
905-685-8424. |
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