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🍦 THE LOCAL SCOOP

What’s Buzzing in Our Backyard This Week

There's more going on in Haldimand than you might think, and keeping up with it all can be tricky. If you know of events coming up, email us at [email protected]

YOU SHOULD KNOW

• Thursday is the first day of spring! 🌱

• These freeze/thaw cycles are hard on our roads. If you spot a pothole, report it here.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Everywhere

• Have you seen the Library of Things at the Haldimand County Public Library? They’ve got everything from puzzles & games to park passes, videography equipment and disc golf discs. All you need is your library card!

Caledonia

• Swing by Ye Olde Squire on Wednesday night for some killer live music.

• Over at Hammer Hogs, the weekend’s locked and loaded: belt your heart out at karaoke on Friday, jam out to Coast to Coast on Saturday, and bring your A-game for Trivia on Monday.

• If you’re looking to zen out, Hot Drip Yoga’s got you covered with a Spring Equinox Guided Meditation this Friday night. Stretch, breathe, and soak it all in.

• Looking for some fun ways to stay active and meet new people? The Cypress 55+ program at 103 Inverness Street has you covered with a lineup of activities that’ll get you moving, mingling, and out of the house. From fitness classes to social events, their March Calendar of Events is packed with good times waiting for you.

• Got questions for Service Canada? Visit the library on March 25—they’ll be hosting a drop-in clinic, ready to help you out. No appointment, no problem.

• Heads up, shopaholics! A Day in My Closet is taking a little breather from March 21 to April 2. Don't worry; your wardrobe dreams will be back and ready for action soon!

Cayuga

• This Saturday, the Cayuga Legion is turning it up with live music from 3:30 to 5:30. Then, stick around because, at 6 pm, they’re serving up a Roast Beef Dinner Fundraiser that’ll have your taste buds singing (but don’t forget to make your reservation ahead of time).

• Feeling lucky? The Cayuga Legion’s 50/50 draw is on this Saturday at 7 PM! Get your tickets, support some awesome upgrades, and maybe walk away with some extra cash. Who doesn’t love a win-win?

• Oh, and guess who’s back? Cravings by Brittany! They’ve got new hours but the same delicious treats. Swing by and check it out—you know you missed them last week!

Dunnville

• Ready to add some colour to your day? Older adults, grab a brush and head to the Dunnville Library for a free painting session today!

• Got a little business whiz at home who loves all things agriculture? The Wainfleet Agricultural Society and Minor Bros are teaming up to give kids in the Niagara Region and Dunnville a shot at a $500 grant to kickstart their agri-dreams. Don’t let this opportunity crop up without checking out the details and application!

• Ever wonder what it’s like to treat a tiger? Dr. Scott Reid is spilling the tea—and the kibble—about his wildest stories from his latest book, There’s a Tiger in the Waiting Room! The Joy of Veterinary Medicine. Catch him at the Lifespan Centre this Sunday at 2 pm.

• Ready to flex those card-playing muscles? This Saturday night, the Youth Impact Centre is hosting a euchre fundraiser that’s bound to be a full house of fun. Want in on the action? Shoot an email to [email protected] to secure your spot.

• Looking for plants that can handle the tough love of challenging spots in your garden? Check out the Dunnville Horticultural Society this Thursday night to get the dirt on hardy greenery that'll thrive where others tap out.

• Turn Wednesday into a win with Fresh Start at First Baptist Church. We're talking free fresh fruits and veggies, piping hot coffee, and a side of friendly conversation.

• Rise and shine, Dunnville! Saturday morning marks the big debut of the Dunnville Craft Emporium. Stop by to check out some seriously cool, handcrafted goodies from your talented local creators.

• Feeling bold? Warm up those vocal cords because Friday night is Karaoke at the Dunnville Legion. Your shower-singing skills deserve an audience.

• And Saturday night? Mudcat Bowling turns into your new favourite live music spot with Westbury 5 taking the stage. Bowling AND bangers? Count us in!

Fisherville / Selkirk

• This Saturday, sip and swirl your way to creativity at Brush & Sip at the Mansion—it’s art, wine, and good vibes all in one spot!

• The 2nd Neighbourhood Watch meeting is happening this Friday at 7 pm sharp over at Selkirk Hall. Come for the community updates, and stay for the riveting discussions about porch pirates.

• On Saturday night, catch Brian Frid doing his thing—no amps, no frills, just pure unplugged talent. And don’t put away your thinking cap because Sunday is all about Tavern Trivia. Get your crew, flex those brain cells, and win some well-earned bragging rights!

• Catch the Ace in Fisherville is heating up with a jackpot of over $16,000! Snag your tickets on Wednesday and cross those fingers.

• The Fisherville Flames 2025 registration closes on March 25.

• Start your weekend right with Fisherville’s Finest Greenhouse Tea and Tour this Saturday morning. Sipping tea among the plants? Now that’s a great start to the day.

Hagersville

• ♠️Catch the Ace is here! Get your tickets every Tuesday at the Hagersville Legion—starting today. Don’t miss your shot!

• This week at Plank Road Taps & Grill: Open Mic/Jam night on Wednesday, Karaoke on Saturday, and on Sunday, Glen Grooves is bringing the country vibes.

• The Hagersville Skating Club’s End of Season Showcase is happening Thursday night—it’s going to be a showstopper! Plus, they’re rolling out registration for their 2025 Spring Skating Programs.

Jarvis

• Wednesday means Euchre Night at Concession Road Brewery—shuffle up and deal! Thursday at 7, it’s time to flex those big brains for Trivia Night, but heads up: you’ve got to register at least 24 hours ahead, so don’t drag your feet.

• Friday night, grab a pint and let Dan Walsh serenade you live at Concession Road Brewery. Good beer, great music—what’s not to love?

• If your kids can’t get enough of show tunes, Lupton Street Studios is hosting a musical theatre free trial class tonight at 6:30 for aspiring performers ages 9+. Broadway, here they come!

• Get ready to kick off your weekends the right way—Just John’s is bringing the tunes with live music every Friday this month. Your Friday plans? Sorted.

• Get the scoop on government benefits for families with Service Canada. Swing by the Jarvis Library this Monday and learn how to make the system work for you.

Nearby

• Tom Wilson is hitting the stage at the Ancaster Fairgrounds this Thursday night for the Sulphur Springs Restoration Project event. Don’t miss this one—it’s bound to be a great time!

• Also, at the Fairgrounds this Saturday and Sunday is the Meet the Makers Artisan Market. While you’re browsing the local goods, make sure you treat yourself to the dessert pop-up. Your sweet tooth will thank you.

• Starting March 21, you can grab a spot for Barefoot Bushcraft’s Wilderness Archery Summer Day Camp. Heads up—there’s only room for 15 students, so act fast before it fills up!

• On Saturday, check out The Wrecks of Long Point: The Lake Erie Graveyard at the Port Dover Harbour Museum.

• Grab your brushes and your favourite beverage because tonight's the night! Join us for Sip and Paint at Binbrook Pizza—where creativity meets good vibes and even better slices. Come for the art, stay for the pizza, and leave with a masterpiece (or at least a fun story to tell).

• This Saturday, Six Nations Bingo has a $50,000 jackpot and over $110,000 in prizes to be given away.

• Ready to get your creativity flowing? West Lincoln’s Older Adults program is throwing a Paint Party Workshop this Wednesday in Smithville—brushes up, folks, it’s going to be a colourful time!

• Head over to the Slye Fox in Binbrook for Wednesday Trivia Night—where the drinks are cold, the questions are hot, and your team’s brainpower just might win you bragging rights.

• History buffs and model enthusiasts, this one’s for you! HeritageCon 17 is landing this Sunday at the Warplane Museum in Mount Hope, and trust us—it’s kind of a big deal. This is Canada’s largest scale model show, and it’s packed with jaw-dropping displays and fascinating stories. Oh, and here’s the cherry on top: buy your admission tickets by noon on March 21, and you’ll be entered to win a flight for two aboard their legendary World War II Dakota FZ692. Now, that’s what we call a high-flying perk! Full details here.

🚙Road Trippin’

• The Arkells are hitting Hamilton on June 21. Presale tickets go on sale TODAY at 10 am and to the public on Friday.

• The Niagara Ice Dogs are playing at the Meridian Centre on Thursday and Friday nights.

• Shuck + Sip is back at Burning Kiln Winery in Port Rowan.

• Check out The Gallery’s Mystical Night Market Saturday night in St. Catharines.

📈 Biz Corner

• Devries Fruit Farm is accepting vendor applications for their Mother’s Day Market on May 10. Application here.

• Caledonia is accepting vendor applications for Canada Day here

• Women in Homesteading Haldimand is looking for women to host homesteading skills workshops (fee-for-skill)

• If you’re in the tourism industry, Haldimand County is hosting their next Haldimand Tourism Network Meeting on Monday at 9 am at the Cayuga Arena. Registration required.

👩‍💻 Help Wanted

• Passmore’s Diner in Dunnille is hiring experienced cooks for the summer season. Send your resume to [email protected]

• Fisherville Tavern is seeking front-of-house staff with experience to start right away.

• Steamboat Alley is looking for new staff for their upcoming summer season in Cayuga.

• The Caledonia Fair is seeking two Concession Supervisors for full-time work this summer. Must be between the ages of 18 and 30.

🧑‍🎓 Learn Something New

• This week at Generations Marketplace: Raising Chickens for Beginners on Thursday night, on Saturday, Fermentation, as well as Intro to Sourdough and then Making Kombucha on March 25.

• Want to learn to row? Haldimand Grand River Rowing Club is offering Learn to Row programs this spring in Cayuga.

🤝Get & Give Help

• Hagersville 150 needs volunteers for Ag Day on June 6. Info and sign up here.

• Looking for a bite to eat? The Cayuga Community Cafe is serving up a simple and nutritious lunch every Friday, and it’s totally free!

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