Events Calendar

Winter Film Series: Newhounds on Screen – Journalism at Stake

FINAL EDITION: THE END OF A NEWSPAPER (2009, 22 mins.) Rated G
Documentary: After nearly 150 years, Denver’s Rocky Mountain News is forced to cease publication, a devastating loss for reporters, editors, staff and local readers.
Options for Viewing: YouTube (Free)

PAGE ONE: INSIDE THE NEW YORK TIMES (Kate Novak, Andrew Rossi, 2011, 1 hr/32 mins.) Rated PG
Documentary: The working life of a major American newspaper is observed close-up, from editors under pressure to the technical feat of printing.
Options for Viewing: St. Catharines Public Library Loan, Rent on Apple TV ($4.99)
Link to Movie Matters Talk (video will drop on March 11 @ 7pm): https://youtu.be/hbpcFFcNh5c

March 11, 2021 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Coming Out Stories: Lorenzo Cromwell

Join Falynn Shaw as she hosts a series of events for the LGBTQ+ and straight communities alike. Each night will feature a different special guest to share their personal coming-out story. Come be a part of these much needed conversations in the Niagara Region. All are welcome.

 Lorenzo Cromwell is a gay man that was ordained Reverend Deacon in the Niagara Diocese of the Anglican Church in September of 2018.  Lorenzo will share his experiences of going through 15 years of attempted reparative therapy, coming out late in life, and his personal relationship with God. 

Click on the link to register: https://niagarafalls.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n9bgAAr4Rtqe9FneLccZGw

March 18, 2021 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Winter Film Series: Newshounds on Screen – Journalism at Stake

THE POST (Steven Spielberg, 2018, 1 hr/56 mins.) Rated PG
Drama: A deep Washington cover-up tests the ethics of a news team and editor (Tom Hanks) and female publisher (Meryl Streep), to publish or not to publish.
Options for Viewing: Niagara Falls & St. Catharines Public Library Loan, Rent on Apple TV ($4.99)
Link to Movie Matters Talk (video will drop on March 25 @ 7pm): https://youtu.be/ZfEojrlw6gY

March 25, 2021 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Astronomy 101 (Part 1)

Each night, the stars reveal the entire universe. The ancients described them by the myriad of myths of the gods, and placed them in the sky to remind us of our mortal limitations. Too few people spend a moment to look up, but with Covid restrictions people are looking for new interests in their own backyards. What better time to begin your understanding of the night sky!   

Join Dr. Brian Pihack from the Niagara Centre of Astronomy as he takes you on an extraordinary tour of the heavens over two presentations.

April 1 - Part One Registration: https://niagarafalls.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MuaSBrK_TyqczDY-uJqdZQ

April 1, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Astronomy 101 (Part 2)

Each night, the stars reveal the entire universe. The ancients described them by the myriad of myths of the gods, and placed them in the sky to remind us of our mortal limitations. Too few people spend a moment to look up, but with Covid restrictions people are looking for new interests in their own backyards. What better time to begin your understanding of the night sky!  

Join Dr. Brian Pihack from the Niagara Centre of Astronomy as he takes you on an extraordinary tour of the heavens over two presentations.

 April 8 – Part Two Registration: https://niagarafalls.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gVGMAGCHTY-Km9aodQVkhA

April 8, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Replay: Thomas Barnett and Niagara’s Early Museum History

Take a look at this presentation which first aired this past August! Join Curator, Suzanne Moase as she shares the story of Niagara’s first museum. Learn more about this early collection and how the Niagara Falls History Museum is now the custodian of some of its most interesting pieces. Join in on our Facebook page or YouTube channel. This is a prerecorded presentation. No registration required.

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/q_x_LzbDpK8

April 15, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Museum Kids: Ancient Egypt and Niagara Falls

Hey kids! Do you LOVE ancient Egypt? Did you know that some of Egypt’s ancient history has a connection with the city of Niagara Falls? Tune in to find out how. Presentation includes interactive craft you can complete at home.

Video will be released at 7pm on April 22, click here to watch: Link Coming Soon! 

April 22, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Centre Tour

The Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center is an experiential museum that reveals authentic stories of Underground Railroad freedom seekers and abolitionists in Niagara Falls. Visitors are able to experience stories and hear from individuals, such as Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, and John Morrison, who connect the historic Underground Railroad past to present day around the world.

Pre-register for a free digital tour of the site. Email [email protected] by April 19, 2021 to reserve your spot. 

April 29, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

J4BL Book Club

Join J4BL founder Sherri Darlene to read and discuss her powerful book selections. As Niagara's grassroots organization Justice4BlackLives continues to grow and impact the region with their hands on approach to combating systematic racism. Join Sherri Darlene in the fight for change through education and much needed discussion. Her book selections are deliberate and purposeful and will spark your thirst for a truthful knowledge.

May book selection:

Between the World and Me
By By TA-NEHISI COATESTa-Nehisi Coates

“This is required reading” (Toni Morrsion) 

Participation is limited to 15 individuals and pre-registration is required. Email Christine at [email protected] by May 9^th to register. 

May 13, 2021 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM