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What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Week

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEK

Everywhere

It’s Friday the 13th—aka biker Christmas. Expect killer bikes, slower roads, and chrome overload as motorcycle madness rolls through Haldimand County. Keep your eyes peeled (and your windows down).

Bet you didn’t know your driveway doubles as a repair shop. Heaslip Ford’s Mobile Service brings their top techs right to your home or office—anywhere in Haldimand County. Why waste time at the shop when the shop can come to you? Check out their ad below and book some no-hassle car care.

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The Cabin Wellness in Fisherville is 5 years old on Sunday! Check out their birthday event below and celebrate with them.

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Caledonia

Swing by the Youth & Local Business Vendor Market Saturday from 9 to 1 at Libro Credit Union in Caledonia. Support young entrepreneurs and snag something cool while you're at it.

William and Summer are throwing a Buck & Doe TONIGHT that’ll blow the roof off the Riverside Centre—live bands, food, games, and prizes.

Hammer Hogs is stacking the weekend: karaoke TONIGHT, live music Saturday with the Jasmine T Duo, and trivia Monday.

Bridge at St. Paul’s this Monday, 1:30 PM. Just $2 a hand, and priceless if you’ve got a good poker face (or at least a good bluff).

Caledonia’s got horsepower and heart on Saturday—classic cars, live tunes, food trucks, and a bouncy castle. All for a good cause.

Fire up the engine and head to Caledonia Saturday for the McTear Water Car Show—cars, food trucks, live music, and even a vintage fire truck. $15 per vehicle, all for charity.

Fuel up on coffee, donuts, and shiny chrome at Caffeine & Gasoline Saturday at Caledonia Auto Supply.

Hop aboard for the Caledonia Chamber’s Grand River Dinner Cruise Tuesday at 5 PM. Networking never looked so scenic or floated so smoothly.

Catch Cam Silver live at the Caledonia Legion TONIGHT at 7 PM. Expect good tunes, better vibes, and maybe even a little dance floor shuffle.

Ladies' Night hits Revival Coffee Shop Monday at 7 PM. Cozy drinks, great chats, and the perfect reason to ditch your couch.

Cypress 55+ keeps things moving with walking groups and line dancing today. Monday brings euchre and meditation. Who says fun has an age limit?

Canfield

Check out the Forest Bathing & Sound Bathing for relaxation & rejuvenation event Saturday at 11 am at Purple Haven.

Cayuga

Quench your thirst and do some good Saturday outside the LCBO. Grab a lemonade and support autism dog services. It's sweet with a side of heart.

Fuel your weekend thrills at Motorsport Mayhem, Friday to Sunday at Toronto Motorsports Park, featuring Harley Sunts, Nitro Harleys, and Freestyle Motocross. Adrenaline guaranteed.

Elvis is back—sort of. Catch Jeff Marsh as The King at the Haldimand Agricultural Centre Sunday at 3 PM. With 51 South opening, it’s $20 in advance and all shook up.

Stroll through history at Ruthven Park this weekend! Guided tours, 11 a.m.–4 p.m., reveal fascinating stories and showcase the mansion’s gorgeous 19th-century architecture.

Dunnville

Dunnville’s Mudcat Festival is throwing everything at the wall this weekend—and it's all sticking.

Friday kicks off with a family movie, fish fry at the Legion, and the Station 9 street dance (featuring Practically Hip), so bring your moves and your appetite. Saturday is jam-packed: the Mudcat Festival parade, car show, pony rides, bed races, strongman showdown, duck races, fireworks, waterfront music, beer gardens, and kids’ volleyball and tennis tournaments. Sunday wraps it up with the kids’ fishing derby, a petting zoo, and a cornhole tournament for anyone who thinks they’ve got beanbag game. All weekend long, hit the rides and the vendor market while you're at it.

Warm up your vocals—Karaoke kicks off at 3 PM Sunday at the Mudcat Entertainment Centre. Whether you’re a diva or a disaster, the mic is waiting.

Get your hands on farm-fresh goodness at the Dunnville Farmer’s Market, open Saturdays from 7 AM to noon. Local produce, baked goods, and friendly faces—what more do you need?

Hippos has Nostalgia featuring Roger Roy TODAY from 4-8.

Set sail for laughs Saturday as Dunnville Community Theatre presents Pirates? Theodore Thud and the Quest for Weird Beard at noon and 1 PM at the Central Park Bandshell. It’s free, it’s funny, and yes—there will be pirates.

Swing by the Dunnville Youth Impact Centre Saturday between 11 and 2 for their BBQ fundraiser and open house. Good food for a great cause—bring your appetite and your curiosity.

Start Father’s Day weekend with paint, not socks. The Super Dad Painting Workshop at Creative Barracks kicks off TONIGHT at 5:30 PM. Kids, canvas, and bragging rights all included.

Sink your teeth into a good cause TODAY from 11 AM to 1 PM at Turkstra Lumber’s BBQ burger event in support of the Youth Impact Centre. Come for the burgers, stay for the community spirit.

Cruise into Sunday with the Country Chip Wagon’s first official Cruise of 2025. Live tunes from the John Atlee Band roll from 2 to 5 PM—classic cars, great food, and live music make for a Sunday well spent.

Skip the ties and grab the goggles—Splatter Your Daddy is on all weekend at Barracks by the Grand. It’s wild, it’s messy, and it’s the most fun you’ll have flinging paint.

Fisherville / Selkirk / South Cayuga

Saturday is Selkirk’s unofficial holiday for bargain hunters. Yard Sale Day is back with treasures on every corner and bonus deals inside Selkirk Baptist and Faith Centennial United Churches. Even the Selkirk Library is getting in on the action with a pay-what-you-can book sale.

Soak up the sun and sounds Sunday on the TAV’s patio with live music from Cam Silver, playing 1 to 4 PM. Good tunes, cold drinks, zero regrets.

Saturday, head to Peacock Point for Music in the Park featuring the Ken Emberson Band from 2 to 5 PM—lakeside vibes and live music included.

Saturday, Zen Country Wellness in Fisherville invites you to An Afternoon with Sound & Spirit from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Expect a calming, immersive experience to reset your weekend energy.

The Cabin Wellness in Fisherville turns 5 Sunday. Swing by their birthday bash (and free BBQ) this weekend and help them celebrate five years of relaxation, good vibes, and community care.

Celebrate Father’s Day with feathers and history at Cottonwood’s Falconry Event Sunday from 11 to 1. Raptors soar, stories unfold, and lunch is optional if Dad works up an appetite.

Things get spooky Saturday night at Cottonwood Mansion with Step Beyond the Veil. Victorian ghosts, séances, and strange customs take center stage at 6 and 8:30 PM. Goosebumps guaranteed.

Hagersville

Hagersville’s town-wide garage sale hits the streets Saturday. Deals everywhere, and the Lions Club will be set up at the Ability Centre beside the United Church starting at 8 AM.

Saturday is karaoke night at Plank Road. Grab a drink, grab the mic, and pretend you're on tour. No talent required, just guts and good timing.

Jarvis

Catch Mighty River live at Concession Road Brewing Saturday from 6 to 8 PM. Great beer, great music, and zero reasons to stay home.

Jarvis Community Christian School hosts its 2nd Annual Car and Truck Show on Saturday from 9 to 1. Check out the rides, grab a snack, and support the JCCS transportation department.

Saturday means steak. Head to 2050 Highway 6 South in Jarvis for a BBQ feast and antique farm gear. Dinner starts at 5 PM and the pie is worth it alone.

Just John’s has J.D. Comfort live TONIGHT.

The Jarvis Board of Trade is firing up the grill Tuesday at 11:30 AM at the Jarvis Community Centre. Come hungry and ready to mingle.

Nearby

Port Dover is roaring with bikes for Friday the 13th. Streets are packed, grills are sizzling, and the chrome is shining. It’s the world’s biggest one-day motorcycle rally—and it’s happening right now.

Saturday, the Norfolk County Fairgrounds goes full summer mode with the Beer & Beach Festival. Think dance party on the track, volleyball, craft drinks, and sandy good times.

Saturday at 11 AM, head to the West Lincoln Community Centre for the Touch a Truck event. Big trucks, little hands, and a whole lot of honking.

Like weiner dogs? Saturday, the Arbor Dog Races are happening at the Port Dover Harbour Museum, featuring dachshund races.

The Redrum 10th Anniversary River Run rolls out Saturday in Ohsweken. Register at 9 AM, ride at 11. Live music, vendors, roast pig, and a great cause. $20 per bike.

BJ Frid hits The Slye Fox in Binbrook Saturday night. Great tunes, cold drinks, and no cover for the good vibes.

Smithville and West Lincoln go full garage sale mode Saturday from 8 to 3. Hunt for deals across town, and check out the vendor and food truck zone at Smithville Christian High.

Smoke and Moonshine in Beamsville is hosting an open mic Saturday from 2 to 4:30 PM. Play a set, sing a song, or just enjoy the music and company.

 Haldimand County Jobs

Idea Windows & Renovations in Dunnville is hiring a Labourer/Installer.

First Student is hiring School Bus Drivers.

Stacked Pancake House in Caledonia is hiring a Hostess.

The Haldimand Family Health Team is looking for new Board Members.

Original Foods in Dunnville is hiring a Maintenance Planner/Coordinator.

Contrans in Hagersville is hiring a Payroll Clerk.

Grand River Veterinary Hospital in Caledonia is hiring a Hospital Manager.

The Beer Store in Dunnville is hiring Part-Time Retail Staff.

Grand River Dinner Cruises in Caledonia is hiring a Casual Announcer/Host/Hostess.

Wendy’s in Dunnville is hiring a Shift Manager.

West Haldimand Hospital is hiring a Health Records Technician.

Debb’s Cuisine in Dunnville is hiring a Line Cook/ Prep.

Get & Give Help

Looking for a bite to eat? The Cayuga Community Cafe at St. John the Divine Church serves a simple and nutritious lunch every Friday, and it’s completely free.

Enjoy a free, healthy, and delicious breakfast at Bistro 103. Visit them Monday, Thursday, or Friday at the Community Cafe, 103 Inverness St., Caledonia.

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