Monthly Archives: May 2010

PORT DALHOUSIE

It’s funny sometimes how you know a place exists, but forget how much fun it was until you experience it again. Yesterday I rediscovered Port Dalhousie, and loved everything about it – from the walk along the pier, to the … Continue reading

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NIAGARA FALLS PRESENTS: BODIES, THE EXHIBITION

“Your body is the only thing you carry around your whole life,” was the first thing I read as I entered the exhibit and it has made a lasting impression with me. We as human beings DO have the power … Continue reading

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JOURNEY BEHIND THE FALLS

Living in Niagara Falls my whole life, last summer I realized that I had never gone on the Maid of the Mist not to mention other well-known attractions. My friends and family always raved about going on the Maid of … Continue reading

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THE RIDE TO CONQUER CANCER

Would you like to challenge yourself for a great cause?  Great! – Grab your bike and helmet and start peddling for cancer research!  On June 12-13th, 2010, we have the opportunity to cycle from Toronto to Niagara Falls to raise … Continue reading

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200 YEARS OF HAUNTED HISTORY IN NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE

This is definitely one of the “top ten things to do” this summer (well it is on my “to experience” list anyway). Niagara-on-the-Lake is a beautiful, quaint town, but it is full of history….200 years of haunted history (so I … Continue reading

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NIAGARA FOLK ARTS FESTIVAL

Niagara Folk Arts Festival is Canada’s oldest Heritage Festival. Running from May 14 – May 29th, it is an opportunity for residents of Niagara Region to experience the various cultures that make Canada the multi-cultural nation that we have become … Continue reading

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6 CHIX AT THE FALLSVIEW CASINO

One of my best friends called me yesterday afternoon and said she had tickets to a show at the Avalon Theatre (located in the Fallsview Casino) for that evening. I had gone to a couple shows with her over the … Continue reading

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NIAGARA FALLS FIREWORKS

Friday May 21st marks the beginning of the 2010 Niagara Falls Fireworks season.  There isn’t a better way to end, or start, your night than with a spectacular fireworks display over our beautiful natural wonder! Every Friday, Sunday and holiday … Continue reading

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RAISE A BELLINI TO QUEEN VICTORIA

Do you know why we have been celebrating Queen Victoria’s Birthday every May 24th since 1901? Here’s a bit of history for you. Believe it or not many Canadians don’t know why we celebrate Victoria Day. It’s not just about … Continue reading

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MARGARITAVILLE NIAGARA FALLS

Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville is set to launch in Niagara Falls just in time for the peak of summer (the latest word on Fallsview Boulevard is mid-July).  I personally have never been to a Margaritaville, but those who have can’t stop … Continue reading

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