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Here's What's Happening in Haldimand County This Week

January 13, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 17 minutes

This edition is a solid mix of “good to know” and “worth getting out for.” You’ll find local events to pencil into your week, community updates that matter day to day, and a few reminders that a lot is happening right here if you’re paying attention.

Take a few minutes to scroll, pick one thing to show up for, and maybe even try something new. The best part of Haldimand County has always been people supporting each other, and this newsletter is just your twice-weekly nudge to join in.

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]

We’d Love Your Nomination

The 2025 Caledonia Business Awards are open, and we’d be honoured to be considered for Best New Business.

We spend our days promoting what’s happening across Haldimand County and spotlighting the people who make this place what it is.

If the Haldimand County Pulse has ever helped you find a great event, notice a local business, or feel more in the loop, we’d appreciate your vote of confidence.

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WIN WITH HALDIMAND COUNTY PULSE

We’re giving away a $50 prize package to Dark Dezire Tanning at 311 Queen St. in Dunnville. You can win 50 minutes of tanning, a bottle of indoor tanning lotion, 2x packets of tan extender and a tumbler. $110 value. All you have to do is head over to our contest page and spin to win!

Michael Estey

Selling your home doesn’t have to take forever. Michael Estey with RE/MAX Escarpment Realty gets results fast. From expert marketing to strategic pricing, he brings serious attention to your listing.

Ready to make your move? Call Michael today at (905) 912-0975 and get your house sold without the waiting game.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HALDIMAND COUNTY THIS WEEK

ACROSS HALDIMAND COUNTY

Haldimand County is holding a public meeting on Tuesday, Jan 13, at 9:30 AM to hear input on a proposal to build 2,479 new homes in Caledonia. Whatever you feel about the proposal, this is your chance to speak up.

Potholes are showing up early thanks to wild weather. If you spot one, report it at 905-318-5932 and save a tire or two.

Caledonia

Haldimand Biz Hive meets on Wednesday at 9 at Revival Coffee Shop. Network, swap ideas, and pretend you’re only there for the caffeine.

Fancy yourself a dart-slinging legend? Caledonia Legion darts happen on Thursday at 7. Come for the throws, stay for the friendly chirping and surprise skill.

Caledonia Arena is stacked this week: Adult skate Tuesday morning, open figure skating and children’s stick & puck Tuesday afternoon. Wednesday has public skate and adult shinny. Thursday brings adult skate, family stick & puck, and public skate.

Euchre lovers, Caledonia Legion has you covered twice on Thursday. Cards hit the table at 2, then again at 7. Bring your best poker face and your favourite partner.

Cypress 55+ is busy: today has Cardio Fit, Yoga, Bingo, and a Memory Group. Wednesday brings Tai Chi and a Craft or Knit Group. Thursday offers Dance Fit, Yoga, Cooking 103, plus a talk on Seasonal Affective Disorder.

St. Paul’s Prayer Shawl Group meets on Thursday from 10-12 in the parish hall. Knit, chat, and help create shawls that bring comfort when it’s needed most.

No quilting experience? No problem. The Caledonia Grand River Quilt Guild meets on Wednesday at 7 PM and welcomes everyone. Come learn, mingle, and leave with big crafting energy.

Cayuga

Cards are in the air on Tuesday at 7:30 with euchre at the Cayuga Legion. Find a partner, shuffle up, and prepare to take it personally when someone calls you “lucky.”

The Cayuga Arena is stacked today with beginner skate, public skate, and adult skate. Wednesday brings adult shinny, public skate, open figure skating, and children’s stick and puck. Thursday keeps it rolling with adult skating and family stick & puck.

Midweek dart therapy is real. Cayuga Legion hosts darts on Wednesday at 7:30. Bring your aim, your patience, and a little friendly trash talk.

GrandErie Home Hardware

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This guided workshop is perfect for everyone. No experience needed!

🌸Choose your brand-new pink or white tumbler

💐Create a custom floral arrangement

💐Paint a floral masterpiece (10"x 10")

🎀Take home everything you create!

🗓️Saturday, February 7

⏰10 AM or 2 PM

$59.99 per person

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Dunnville

GrandErie Home Hardware is running a pet photo contest. Cute animals, mild local fame, and a very real chance your camera roll already has the winner. Enter your furry star and let the internet melt.

Manual Medicine hosts a Mom Walk today at 11 AM. Free meetup for new moms and babies with a little movement and wellness Q&A from a physio and chiropractor, both fellow new moms.

Mah Jongg at the Dunnville Library runs on Friday from 1-3, and all levels are welcome. New to it? Perfect. Experienced? Come teach someone and casually dominate.

The Youth Impact Centre is offering a free hot meal on Thursday from 6-7:30. Come warm up, eat well, and enjoy a community moment that feels like a deep breath.

Dunnville Arena is busy today with adult shinny and public skating. Wednesday adds beginner skate and adult skate. Thursday brings adult shinny, family stick & puck, and public skating. Pick your ice time and lace up.

The Dunnville Library has ukulele lessons on Wednesday from 3-4. Free to attend, but you need to register ahead. No ukulele? No problem, you can borrow one.

Creative Barracks is hosting a Fused Glass workshop on Thursday from 7-9 for adults and teens aged 14+. Register in advance.

Euchre night hits the Dunnville Legion on Wednesday at 6:30. Bring a partner or show up and adopt one. Either way, expect laughs and at least one dramatic “I knew it.”

Chicks are back for 2026 at GrandErie Home Hardware. Order day-old chicks or ready-to-lay birds now for spring. Your future egg supply starts with tiny peeps.

The Over 60 Euchre Club meets on Thursday from 1:15 to 3:30 at the Dunnville Optimist Club. Low stakes, high laughs, and excellent mid-afternoon plans.

Thursday at the Dunnville Legion brings darts, pool, and cornhole. Come for the games, stay because you suddenly take beanbag tossing very seriously.

The Mattress Man

With over 24 models to choose from, we've got a mattress to suit your needs and fit your budget.

Our showroom features 3 of the biggest Canadian mattress brands, and you get the best price guaranteed in the Haldimand region. From adjustable beds to custom-made mattresses, whatever your need, we will make it happen. 

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Fisherville / Nanticoke/ Selkirk / South Cayuga

Cards, laughs, and serious bragging rights are on the table at the Seniors Hoss Party, hosted by the Fisherville Lions Club Thursday at 1:30 PM. Friendly competition encouraged.

If you’ve been meaning to tour Cottonwood Mansion, this is your chance. Mansion tours are running from Wednesday to Friday this week, so pick a day and go snoop respectfully.

Heaslip Ford

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Hagersville

Hagersville United Church is serving a chilli lunch on Friday, Jan 16, from 11-12:30, takeout only. Pre-order before Thursday at 905-768-5863. Lunch plans solved, and no dishes.

Hagersville Arena has adult skating this morning, then children’s stick & puck this afternoon. Wednesday brings public skate and family stick & puck. Thursday stacks adult shinny, adult skate, and beginner skate.

Catch the Ace is estimated at $8,000 this week. Grab tickets at the Legion tonight between 3 and 7:30. Dundas had a winner hit $1.5 million, so hey, it happens.

Karaoke at Main 88 hits Tuesday night. Pick your song, grab the mic, and act like you meant to hit that note. The crowd will forgive you.

Hoss cards are on Thursday at 1:30 at the Hagersville Legion. Bring your lucky streak and your best “I swear I’m not counting cards” face.

Start with Art is happening Wednesday from 1:30-3 at the H.A.C., 42 Main St. S. Create your own winter scenery and leave with something prettier than your camera roll.

Jarvis

Cards are flying at Just John's with euchre on Wednesday from 7-9 PM. Bring a partner or wing it and adopt one. Either way, expect laughs and a little competitive side-eye.

Concession Road Brewing reopens Thursday. Hallelujah! Your midweek plans just got better, and your fridge can stop pretending it’s exciting.

Just Johns hosts darts on Thursday at 7 PM. Come throw, cheer, and realize you care way more about bullseyes than you expected.

Canvas and Mocktails runs this afternoon from 1:15-2:45 at the Jarvis Lawn Bowling Club, hosted by the H.A.C. Paint something fun, sip something fancy, and call it “self-care.”

MPP Haldimand Norfolk Bobbi Ann Brady

Standing up for local residents is Bobbi Ann Brady’s priority as your MPP.

Her office assists with provincial matters, including healthcare, education, and social programs, while ensuring your concerns reach the decision‑makers at Queen’s Park.

Contact Bobbi Ann to get support and strong advocacy for your community.

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Nearby

Friday night in St. Catharines gets delightfully weird in the best way. FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre hosts ventriloquist Michael Harrison. Expect sharp comedy, big talent, and a puppet that somehow steals the show.

Young Farmer hits the Strand Theatre in Simcoe starting Thursday. This award-winning documentary follows 7-year-old Roman Boyd, a seventh-generation Norfolk farmer, as he grows produce and sells it at the Simcoe Farmers’ Market.

West Lincoln is hosting an information session on proposed Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan programs on January 14 from 5-7. It’s at the West Lincoln Community Centre, Library Program Room in Smithville.

Six Nations Bingo has a twilight session on Thursday at 3. Perfect if you like your bingo with daylight outside and snacks inside. Grab your dabber and your lucky charm.

Binbrook trivia is on Wednesday at 7 at The Slye Fox. Bring a team, order something good, and prepare for at least one question that feels personally insulting.

Haldimand County Information

Haldimand County Events

We’ve launched a shiny new Haldimand County Events. Browse what’s coming up or add your own event and get it in front of people who actually go out and do things.

Haldimand County Jobs

Our Haldimand County Jobs section now lives on the website with extra details when we have them. We update it every couple of days, because nobody wants to scroll stale job posts.

Places to Rent in Haldimand County

Looking for a place or know of one? Our rentals page features apartments and Houses for Rent in Haldimand County. If we missed a listing, tell us. We’re nosy like that.

Houses for Sale in Haldimand County

House hunting or helping someone escape the city? We’ve got a Houses for Sale in Haldimand County page, because real estate scrolling is basically a sport now.

Get & Give Help in Haldimand County

Caledonia Presbyterian on Argyle St N could use help restocking its food pantry. Drop off non-perishable food and toiletries if you can. Small donations add up fast for neighbours who need a hand.

Haldimand County offers fee assistance to help cover camps, sports, swimming, and lessons. If cost is the only thing stopping your kid, this program helps remove that barrier.

Free, healthy lunch is served every Friday at the Cayuga Community Cafe inside St. John the Divine Church. Simple, nutritious, and a great reminder that community still shows up.

Behind Caledonia Presbyterian Church, the community pantry is there when you need it. Take what you need, leave what you can, and help keep the shelf stocked for the next person.

Start the day with a free breakfast at Bistro 103, served at the Community Cafe in Caledonia. Drop by Monday, Thursday, or Friday at 103 Inverness St. for a warm plate and friendly faces.

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