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Victoria Day in Niagara

Hayley & Co. — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:20:44 +0000

In Canada, Victoria Day started in 1845 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s birthday on May 24th, as the mother of Confederation. The Canadian government marked that the Monday before May 25th would be the day every year that Canadians would honour Queen Victoria’s Birthday, as well as celebrate the reigning sovereign’s birthday as well. To most [...]

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Niagara Falls Coca Cola Concert Series

Hayley & Co. — Wed, 08 May 2013 00:36:10 +0000

2013 marks the 20th anniversary of Canada’s longest running firework series, right here in Niagara Falls. If you have ever seen the fireworks as they launch up into the dark sky and burst into spectacular colours over the magnificent Niagara Falls, then you know why this series has been running for so long. And if [...]

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Abbamania in Niagara Falls

Hayley & Co. — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:29:15 +0000

If rocking out to songs like Mama Mia and Dancing Queen is up your alley then we have found the perfect show for you! Abbamania, an international ABBA cover band, is playing right here in Niagara Falls at the Greg Frewin Theatre. While researching this event, a few pictures came up of the four performers… [...]

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It’s Earth Day Niagara Falls!

Hayley & Co. — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:54:47 +0000

Happy Earth Day Niagara Falls! Every year on April 22nd, over 170 countries celebrate Earth Day with various activities to promote greener living and help educate on proper environmental safety practices. Starting in 1970, Earth Day began as an environmental awareness event lead by Wisconsin Governor Gaylord Nelson and a Harvard University student, Denis Hayes. [...]

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Niagara Falls Comic Con 2013

Hayley & Co. — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:52:31 +0000

This year, Niagara Falls Comic Con has brought in some pretty impressive guests! Turning 50,000 square feet of the Scotiabank Convention Center into a comic and pop culture hub, Comic Con will not disappoint. Happening June 8th and 9th, with a weekend pass only costing $30 and I think you’ll need the whole weekend to [...]

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Niagara Food & Wine Expo 2013

Hayley & Co. — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:49:12 +0000

Picture this. One giant room, filled with delicious gourmet food, award winning wines and thirst quenching beer! No, it’s not some adult version of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Niagara Falls… it’s Niagara Food & Wine Expo happening April 26th-28th in the Scotiabank Convention Center. This expo is jam packed with tons of exhibitors, [...]

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St. Catharines Museum 1812

Hayley & Co. — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:07:24 +0000

Postcards from Niagara has visited a few historical sites on our adventures and it still amazes me that so many pivotal moments in Canadian history happened in our own backyard. I’ve brought you information about historical cemeteries, the Laura Secord Homestead, the McFarland House and even Fort George, so bringing you info on the new [...]

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Niagara Home & Garden Show

Hayley & Co. — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:33:55 +0000

Although Mother Nature hasn’t been making it feel very spring like in Niagara lately, I promise… it is on it’s way! What better way to put some spring in your step then by visiting the Home & Garden show? This 3 day exhibition is taking place at the Scotiabank Convention Center from April 5th-7th. I [...]

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Green Niagara Falls on St. Patrick’s Day

Hayley & Co. — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:34:41 +0000

This year, Niagara Falls will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day along side more than 20 other cities who will be turning various iconic landmarks green! Tourism Ireland has announced that landmarks such as Niagara Falls, London Eye, Empire State Building and Burj Al Arab hotel will all be turning green. Tourism Ireland hopes to bring [...]

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Wine & Exercise.. what a combination!

Hayley & Co. — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 16:02:48 +0000

They say that a glass of red wine a day is good for you. What if you throw in a yoga class or Zumba class before that glass of wine? That’s gotta be great for you! Introducing: Stretch, Shake & Sip! Our friends at Pillitteri have created a wonderful package along with Hotel Yoga [...]

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