Join us for an unforgettable day of discovery, unique in all of Niagara. Authentically restored to capture the charm of a one-room country school, your class will experience a hands-on early 19th-century school day at S.S. #4. Led by an experienced costumed instructor, children role-play a 1908 school day. Classes can be adapted to accommodate any accessibility needs.

A full-day "Strict but Nice" program typically includes the following:
An interactive introduction to early-settler life, including Indigenous history.
Improvisational and interactive role-playing activities, including:
-Roll Call
-Hygiene inspection & posture drills
-Historical memory exercise
-Arithmetic exercises on slates
- Lunchtime games, wooden toys, stilts, and tug-of-war
-Manual dexterity pen and ink lesson
-Spelling bee

This program pairs well with the Grade 3 curriculum, but we’ve had students of all ages enjoy this immersive experience.

Join architectural stained glass artist Mackenzie Campbell for an illuminating lecture on the craft of stained glass and a live demonstration of conservation techniques. 

Learn how stained glass is made, restored, and thoughtfully integrated into historic spaces. As part of the evening, you’ll get an exclusive first look at the design plans for the new stained glass installation in The Brown Homestead’s Dairy adaptive reuse project.

Join Canalside Players for an evening of laughter as they present Halfway There: a heartwarming and hilarious tale of a small town, big hearts, and even bigger secrets.

At the local diner, Vi, Rita, Mary Ellen, and Janine know everyone’s business — until a heartbroken doctor rolls into town and turns everything upside down. In a place halfway between the North Pole and the equator, this warm, witty comedy about friendship, love, and second chances will make you laugh, sigh, and feel right at home.

Spend the evening with two acclaimed Canadian authors as Heather Marshall (Liberty Street) and Shari Lapena (She Didn’t See It Coming) take the stage for an in-depth discussion about their writing, creative process, and newest releases. The event includes an author talk, moderated conversation, audience Q&A, and book signing.

Wine and light refreshments will be available, generously supported by our wine sponsor The Good Earth Food and Co. and food sponsor Real Canadian Superstore Grimsby.

Join us for a special evening in the historic 1859 Schoolhouse combining film, wine and Niagara storytelling.

We’ll begin with a screening of CRUSH, a documentary highlighting the passion, challenges and craftsmanship of local Niagara grape growers and winemakers. Through their stories, the film offers an inside look at the people and traditions behind one of Canada’s most celebrated wine regions.

Following the screening, guests will enjoy a tasting of three wines from Malivoire, continuing the conversation about Niagara’s unique wine culture.

Celebrate the people, land and craft behind Niagara’s wine culture in this relaxed and intimate setting.

Join Canalside Players for an evening of laughter as they present Halfway There: a heartwarming and hilarious tale of a small town, big hearts, and even bigger secrets.

At the local diner, Vi, Rita, Mary Ellen, and Janine know everyone’s business — until a heartbroken doctor rolls into town and turns everything upside down. In a place halfway between the North Pole and the equator, this warm, witty comedy about friendship, love, and second chances will make you laugh, sigh, and feel right at home.

Massive warehouse sale thousands of items housewares, crafts, jewelry, toys, tools, clothing, electronics and more. BBQ breakfast and lunch. The sale is a major fundraiser for the Niagara Warehouse of Hope. We have thousands of items for sale that have been collected from donations to our charity. All funds raised go to help us send containers of medical equipment and supplies, clothing, housewares, food and other necessities to countries and communities around the globe. You will find amazing treasures and great deals amongst the thousands of items.

Celebrate spring and discover the perfect Mother’s Day gifts at our Spring Into Mother’s Day Market at the Niagara Pen Centre!

Shop from over 30 amazing local vendors over two days offering handmade goods, treats, décor, personal gifts, and beautiful finds for mom.

 Colouring Contest: Kids can pick up a colouring sheet at the market, get creative, and return it for a chance to win a prize!

Join us for a beautiful spring weekend celebrating moms and supporting local!

Meet local authors and poets writing in a variety of genres for children and adults. Authors and poets will read from their works from 12:30-1:30 pm.

Learn how to cook using heritage methods for the open hearth at Nelles Manor Museum.