The game of lacrosse has a long history amongst Canada’s Indigenous peoples, including in Niagara-on-the-Lake, and a group of lacrosse coaches and players from Fort Erie are working hard to keep that history alive. Jace Sowden and his partners Cassidy Doxtator and Blue Hill are the principles behind FUSE Lacrosse. They specialize in building essential skills, … [Read more...] about Roots of lacrosse embedded in Indigenous culture
Les Marmitons host international event in NOTL
White Oaks executive chef Michael Price was nervous addressing the gathered crowd of about 150 to outline the menu for Saturday’s Les Marmitons International Gala. Though Price claimed he just doesn’t enjoy talking to large groups of people, one must wonder if the fact that more than half the attendees were wearing their crisp, white Les Marmitons chef’s jackets made … [Read more...] about Les Marmitons host international event in NOTL
Sean Kennedy chairing United Way Campaign
Niagara College president Sean Kennedy has been named chair of United Way Niagara’s 2022 campaign. The announcement was made via a press release last week. ”As a loyal contributor for many years, Sean has a deep understanding of community needs and is well-positioned to lead the campaign, especially as our community continues to recover from the effects of … [Read more...] about Sean Kennedy chairing United Way Campaign
Fort George perfect setting for Foster’s 1812
Experiencing a Norm Foster play called 1812 on the grounds of Fort George National Historic Site makes perfect sense. Though the story itself doesn’t take place in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Parks Canada property acts as a fitting backdrop to the tale of neighbouring towns split apart when U.S. president James Madison declares war against Britain in an attempt to defeat … [Read more...] about Fort George perfect setting for Foster’s 1812
Music Niagara’s new season at St. Mark’s begins Friday
Local lovers of classical and contemporary music are finally able to enjoy performances in the aesthetically beautiful and acoustically excellent St. Mark’s Anglican Church this weekend. Ukrainian-born pianist Mykola Suk kicks off the 2022 Music Niagara season this Friday, June 17 with a performance of works by composers Antonin Dvorak and Ivan Fedorovych Karabyts. Suk … [Read more...] about Music Niagara’s new season at St. Mark’s begins Friday
