Events Calendar

A Travelling Exhibit from the Wellington County Museum and Archives.

Running Saturday, January 20, 2024 to Sunday, May 5, 2024

Tattoos are living images that reveal important stories about our residents, our community and the tattoo phenomenon. My Story, My Tattoo, features 32 photographs and stories of people and their amazing tattoos. 

Participants represent every walk of life - everyone from a cancer survivor to teachers and their students, a firefighter and a farmer. The participants range in age from 26 to 89 years and live throughout Wellington County. 

All the individuals were open and honest, and their stories and personalities are represented through this series of thought-provoking and colourful images. Chris Piccinetti, a Guelph photographer and graphic designer for the County of Wellington, photographed these inspiring images.

$5 Members | $8 Non-Members*

*Every ticket includes one pair of Eclipse Glasses.

The sheer magnitude of a Total Eclipse drove ancient cultures to the brink of panic. On average for any one spot on the Earth, total eclipses happen only once in 400 years. In April, this will happen in our own backyard. Join the Niagara Falls History Museum and Dr. Pihack for an evening of information explaining how best to watch this event, and safety so.

Adult event, but appropriate for ages 7 & up

Pre-Registration Required: https://bit.ly/48n0iXY

About the Presenter

Dr. Pihack has been presenting lectures for over two decades on Astronomy, Geology and Paleontology. A former National representative to the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, and recipient of the Award of Merit Medal. In 2021 during a conference in France, of the International Association of Astronomers, a newly discovered asteroid was named in his honour.

Join us for an evening as we pay tribute to the late/great Kurt Cobain on the 30^th anniversary of his passing. Stuck in the 90s will be performing hits by Nirvana, Green Day, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Smashing Pumpkins, STP and many more.

When: Friday, April 5, 2024
Time: Doors Open at 7:30pm, Band: 8pm – 10pm
Cost: Tickets: $10
19+ Event

Registration:

https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search/detail/4485?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

An exhibition of photographs by Voltan Photos (Rogerio Voltan). Narrative by Marsha Drew.

Rogerio Voltan is an Exchange Studio Artist and the artist’s studio will be open for viewing opening night. Licensed.

On view April 5-28 in the Exchange Gallery 2nd floor.

Exhibition opens Friday April 5, 7:30 - 9:30 Free.

19+ Event

Tickets | Pre-Registered $30 | At the Door $35 (if available)

This is the party you’re looking for. Don your lightsaber or storm trooper helmet, and get ready to boogie down with your fellow Star Wars fans. Costumes encouraged, but not required! In addition to an amazing dance party led by DJ Marinko, the night will include:

• Photo Booth of R2D2 with Carrhunger Creative
• Star Wars Trivia with Mind Games Trivia
• Choreographed Lightsaber Battle
• Costume Contest
• Star Wars inspired cocktails

To Purchase Tickets: https://bit.ly/3SLkBsd

Each ticket includes a pair of eclipse glasses.

Who's ready for some fabulous entertainment?! Pride Niagara is partnering with The Niagara Falls Exchange to offer our community an exciting Drag Show!

Established in 2010 Pride Niagara is a celebration of Niagara Region's sexual and gender diverse community and its supporters. Pride Niagara Celebrating our 2SLGBTQ+ heritage and building traditions together.

When: Saturday, April 13^th 2024
Time: 9pm-12am
Cost: Tickets Online: $10

Registration: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search/detail/4489?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Bust out your iPod and get ready for a sick time at Trivia Night- 2000's Edition! Niagara's Name that Tune's trivia master Lee Beaupre returns with 2000’s classics like Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, Kesha and more!

Get your best peeps into groups of 2-6, throw on your bling, and be ready for a baller night of music trivia at the Niagara Falls Exchange.

19+ Event

Doors Open: 6:30pm

Trivia Starts: 7:00pm

Register: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/niagarafalls/activity/search/detail/4436?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Join us for an amazing photography workshop + practice with the magnolia trees!! From 9am-12pm will have the class portion. We'll break at noon for lunch and then we'll end the experience practicing what we learned shooting portraits with the magnolia tress from 1pm-2pm You can't miss it!

Date: Saturday April 20th, 2024

Time: 9am-2pm

Location: The Exchange

Tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/radiance-photography-workshop-tickets-882418957857?aff=oddtdtcreator

Virtual | FREE

Deborah Davidson, PhD, is a professor at York University and a sociologist with research and writing interests in tattoos and commemoration which include her book, The Tattoo Project: Commemorative Tattoos, Visual Culture, and the Digital Archive.

Tattoos tell stories - our stories as humans connected to others, to events, and experiences.  In this presentation, Deborah will briefly introduce her story and her interest in tattoos, describe a brief cultural history of tattooing, and illustrate with examples of tattoos and their bearers’ stories shared from her research.  Please bring your stories to share!

Pre-Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3HAeOjW

Presenter Bio

Deborah Davidson, PhD, is a professor at York University and a sociologist with research and writing interests in tattoos and commemoration which include her book, The Tattoo Project: Commemorative Tattoos, Visual Culture, and the Digital Archive.  She has contributed to various media sources, podcasts, and has presented to a variety of audiences, including to the Lennox and Addington County Museum & Archives, and the Royal Ontario Museum.

Join us for our first annual Paw'p Up Shop: Pet + Vendor Market at the new Niagara Falls Exchange. Bring along your furry friend and see what the local pet vendors have to offer.

Looking for a new member to the family? The Niagara SPCA will be on site with their adoption truck and educational material.

We will also be raising funds for the local SPCA through a raffle table! You have a chance to score some fabulous goodies, with the proceeds going to a good cause!

Details: https://nfexchange.ca/pawp-up-shop

Date: Saturday, April 27th, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Price: FREE

What to expect:

Dapper Dingo
Earthtacular Inc.
Got It Made Niagara
Pure Wet Wipes
Jordan Harbour Bake Shoppe
The Fox Grove
Julia G. Artistry
Jumping Jake Dog Co.
Linus and Co.
Mellow Bear Inc.
Niagara SPCA
Tail Wag Treats
The Stamped Paw
VitaWolf Wellness
Wilma's Wardrobe
Happy Paws Pet Studio
Endless Pawzabilities Pet Boutique

Food:

905 Hotdog Pound
The Rustic Food Co.