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Silver Lake Market
Silver Lake Market in Port Dover is a weekly farmers’ market that brings local vendors and producers together every Saturday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at 320 St. Patrick Street, beside Silver Lake. The market features a diverse selection of offerings from long-standing and seasonal vendors. Shoppers can find fresh baked goods, meats, eggs, cheese, smoked trout, fruit, vegetables, prepared foods, kettle corn, jams, craft beer and more, all from small local businesses. There’s a cozy spot called Walt’s Place Kitchen where visitors can enjoy a fresh breakfast or lunch along with a hot cup of coffee or tea while browsing the stalls. The market’s mix of quality food and friendly atmosphere makes it a popular Saturday destination for both residents and visitors alike. Free parking is convenient, and the market’s location near Silver Lake adds to the relaxed weekend vibe. It is a place where community and commerce meet, with vendors showcasing products that reflect the region’s agricultural roots and artisanship. Whether stopping in for fresh produce, specialty foods, or a leisurely morning meal, Silver Lake Market offers a welcoming environment for people to connect with local growers and makers.
Every Saturday is Market Day. 8:00am-1:00pm
Port Dover Lions Silver Lake Market, 320 St Patrick St
All our vendors are Local small business’s
Hank Dekoning Limited, meats
Europa for bakery and chicken, pizzas
TnT Treats, baked goods, popcorn
My Pantree Catering by Marianne Pankhurst premade meals
Red Barn Brewery
Fiedler’s Delicatessen
Down to Earth fruit and veg
JD Microgreens
Chanoki Farm and Port Dover Flower Corner, fresh cut flowers etc.
Rob’s No-Spray Veggies and Plants
And more…….
Lions Walt’s Place Kitchen, home of the $5 breakfast sandwich. Until 11:30am
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Wildlife Rescue Workshop
Please join us for a fun and educational event and learn when/what to do when you come across sick, injured or orphaned wildlife.
This annual workshop is just in time for wildlife baby season. it will teach when wildlife needs help, but also when they don't.
This event is free so that anyone can afford to attend but donations are welcome.
This event is for age 16 and over.
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Brantford Lions Easter Bazaar
We are hosting our FIRST annual Easter Bazzar!
Entry is free for guests. Donations are optional. This is a two day event that runs Saturday and Sunday.
Be sure to join us and meet all your local vendors.
We can’t wait to see everyone!
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Caledonia Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Cayuga Legion Card Bingo
Join the Cayuga Legion for Card Bingo every Saturday! $20 for the full session.
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Women Who Inspire
Women Who Inspire at the Waterford Legion
A night of Celebration and Community. Enjoy speakers, food, fun and much more!
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Sunday Brunch
Enjoy a delicious brunch with all your breakfast favorites! from 9 to noon at 223 Nicol Street in Waterford. Adults $15 Kids 6-12 $8 5 and under are free!
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2nd Haldimand International Women’s Day Brunch
Join us for another great event celebrating the amazing women of Haldimand. In 2025, over 200 women attended and left feeling connected, empowered and grateful
Dunnville Lifespan Centre
The 2nd International Haldimand Women’s Day Brunch returns on Sunday, March 8, 2026, bringing together women from across the community for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and celebration. Held at the Dunnville Community Lifespan Centre, this event marks International Women’s Day with a welcoming space to share stories, ideas, and encouragement.
Doors open at 12:00 pm, followed by an affordable brunch served at 1:00 pm. Attendees can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere featuring guest speakers, presentations, local vendors, prizes, and opportunities to connect with other women from Haldimand County and beyond.
This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” focuses on the idea that generosity strengthens everyone involved. By sharing time, knowledge, mentorship, opportunities, and support, women can lift one another while also growing personally and professionally. The event highlights real experiences of growth, leadership, and success, with speakers and workshops to be announced closer to the date.
Whether you attend to network, learn, support local initiatives, or simply enjoy a meaningful afternoon with inspiring women, the Haldimand Women’s Day Brunch offers a positive and inclusive way to recognize International Women’s Day. All are encouraged to save the date and watch for upcoming announcements.
Haldimand Women's Day 2026 Attendee Registration Tickets, Sunday, Mar 8 from 12 pm to 3 pm | Eventbrite
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Cayuga Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Hagersville Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Dunnville Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Sit and Fit
Enjoy a FREE light exercise program, organized and run by the Alzheimer Society. Every Monday and Thursday starting at Noon, 45 minutes in duration. Come on up and enjoy the fun!
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Pickleball
Friendly, inclusive pickleball for ages 16+. All skill levels welcome — a great way to learn the game, stay active, meet new people, and share some laughs.
Please book your spot online at www.caledoniabadminton.ca
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Cayuga Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Dunnville Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Cayuga Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Hagersville Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
General Skating Guidelines
Unless otherwise specified, the following guidelines apply to all skating programs:
1. All participants – must respect and abide by posted signs and cooperate with arena staff. Rules are modelled after Ontario Recreation Facilities Association Inc. Public Skating Guidelines (Sept. 2018).
2. Parents/Guardians – must be within sight and control of their children under 12 years. Do not leave children unattended.
3. Use of Helmets – CSA-approved hockey helmets are mandatory during skating programs with sticks and pucks on the ice, and must include facial protection for those under 18 years. Helmets are strongly recommended in all other programs
4. Keeping pace – maintain reasonable control of your speed, course and direction. Do not skate in groups. Do not stop where you obstruct other skaters. Accept responsibility for knowing the range of your ability while on skates; skate within the limit of that ability and as appropriate to the session in which you’re skating.
5. Food & Beverage Consumption – is permitted in the arena lobby and
spectator seating area only.
6. Games, Hockey Games, and Hockey Sticks – no games are to be played at any time that will endanger the safety and the enjoyment of others. This includes horseplay, hockey games, and the use of hockey sticks.
7. Shoes – ice skates required, no street shoes on ice.
8. Skating Aids – only permitted during the Beginner Skate.
9. Wheelchair Sledges – wheelchairs and sledges are welcome. Individuals using these devices must travel in the same direction as other skaters. Attendants/helpers are welcome to assist however, they must wear skates or ice cleats on the ice surface.
10. Technology – headsets, cell phones, cameras, or other handheld electronic devices are not to be used while skating.
11. Carrying of infants/children – children must not be carried by any means (such as on shoulders, in arms, or any carrier, etc.) while on the ice.
12. Sitting on Boards – patrons may not sit on the rink boards at any time.
13. Figure Skating – figure skating maneuvers are only permitted during open figure skate.
14. Chairs, Sleds, Strollers, and Pylons – are not permitted on the ice surface.
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Dunnville Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Caledonia Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Caledonia Lions Fish Fry
$20 Large 2 pieces with fries and coleslaw. $15 small one piece with fries and coleslaw. All meals come with Tartar sauce. extra fish, $8.
Dine in or take out. Cash bar open.
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Hagersville Public Skate
This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program. No registration required.
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Rockton Community Breakfast
All-you-can-eat Community Breakfast where it’s always great to gather at the end of winter!
We will have eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, potatoes, toast, fruit, coffee, tea and juice.
Ages 13 & up $15.00
Ages 6 - 12 $10.00
5 & under FREE
We accept cash, credit, or debit at the door.
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Spring Discovery Days
Spring Discovery Days Programming
Saturday, March 14: Hamilton Naturalist Club - Learn about Hamilton's local plants and animals with the Hamilton Naturalists' Club through fun, hands-on activities for all ages. Visit the booth to try the "Would This Help Wildlife?" habitat sorting game, "Design a Pollinator Paradise" to share with your friends and test your knowledge with interactive trivia, all while discovering simple ways to support biodiversity in your own backyard!
Sunday, March 15: Green Venture - Additional details coming soon.
Monday, March 16: Hamilton Water - Children and parents will explore how toilets and sewers work in Hamilton while learning about the 3Ps — pee, poo and toilet paper — the only things that should be flushed! Through a fun, hands-on activity, families will discover how flushing wipes and other garbage can clog pipes, cause sewer backups and harm local waterways.
Tuesday, March 17: Hamilton Waste Management - The Waste Management team will be on site to answer your questions and share educational materials on how to properly sort waste in your household. Stop by to play fun games and win prizes while you learn.
Wednesday, March 18: Hamilton Forestry - Visit the Forestry Edition of Discovery days! Young explorers can dig into the wonders of trees through hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Participate in a guided tree walk, interactive invasive species game or sensory seed activity. Visitors can even create their own pollinator seed bomb or take home a seedling. Connect with nature while learning how trees grow and thrive.
Thursday, March 19: Hamilton Forestry - Forestry will be teaching the value of trees, proper potting techniques and planting instructions. There will be a crane truck and stumper, the operator will demonstrate crane operation and describe how the stumper grinds stumps, they will also have a log for participants to guess how old the tree is.
Friday, March 20: Hamilton Traffic - Traffic Signal specialists and Roadway Safety representatives will be on site to provide engaging, hands-on educational experiences focused on transportation infrastructure. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about traffic signs, signals, pavement markings and important roadway safety initiatives designed to keep our communities safe and connected.
Saturday, March 21 The Children’s Garden Project - Visit The Children’s Garden Project Canada Activation Centre featuring Let’s Get Growing Series and Paper Botanicals. Families can plant seeds, learn propagation basics and jump into hands-on gardening fun while exploring simple, kid-friendly lessons in environmental stewardship and how tiny seeds grow into thriving gardens.
Saturday, March 21: Hamilton Dundurn - Budding Scientists, Grow Your Own Berry Bush! Dive into the science of Spring while bringing dormant branches to life! Participants will explore buds and baby leaves with a variety of sprouting fruit trees and bushes from Dundurn’s Historic Kitchen Garden. Learn about how to create a whole new berry patch from just a little piece of wood. Participants will take home a red currant cutting to root up and care for.
Sunday, March 22: Hamilton Civic Museums - Explore children's pastimes of yesteryear and make connections between the past and present with fun and educational hands-on activities! Learn about old tools used on the farm and in the home for the past 200 years, then get creative at our crafting table.
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Brantford Women's Expo
This March Something special is coming to Brantford… and it’s all about women.
In celebration of International Women’s Month, join us for a day dedicated to uplifting women, supporting women-owned businesses, and celebrating the power of women coming together.
The 1st Annual Brantford Women’s Expo is more than shopping —
it’s about connection, empowerment, and community.
Discover women-led brands
Support local female entrepreneurs
Celebrate women supporting women
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (EST)
Venue : Polish Hall, 154 Pearl St, Brantford, ON
Celebrate International Women’s Month with purpose.
RSVP & GRAB YOUR FREE TICKETS..
RSVP
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Waterford Legion Chili Cook Off!
Deadline to enter, March 11th.
Judging will take place at 3pm.
4pm, all chili samples go on sale for everyone to enjoy!
Small sample bowl, $1
The Sampler Special, $5 (5 sample bowls
Chili will be served with bread/bun
Musical entertainment will take place in the Club Room at the Legion Featuring Felicia McMinn 4-8pm
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Seniors Spring Fling
SENIORS SPRING FLING
FUN! FOOD! FROLIC! PLUS FASHION SHOW!
Date: March 19th
Location: Waterford Legion 223 Nichol St. Waterford
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Contact Sharon: 519-443-7567
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Easter Fun Vendor Sale
Shop local vendors with fantastic handmade gifts. Enjoy door prizes and free parking and admission! The Easter Bunny will make an appearance from 12 to 1!
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Selkirk Centennial Community Hall Spaghetti Dinners
Selkirk Centennial Community Hall
Spaghetti Dinners 2026
The last Thursday of the month! Takeout available.
5 - 6:45 p.m.
January 29
February 26
March 26
April 30
May 28
June 25
July 30
September 24
October 29
November 26
Spaghetti with meat or vegetable sauce, plus a salad, dessert and beverage
Adults-$15.00 Children 7- 12 - $7.00 Under 6 Free
Please call 905-745-6963 for information
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The Great Soup Share
We’re thrilled to welcome you back for the Second Annual Great Soup Share, proudly hosted by Scattered Blessings and held once again at the Fisherville Lions Hall.
Friday, March 27, 2026
4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Fisherville Lions Hall
The Great Soup Share is a community-driven event focused on giving back. Guests can sample a variety of soups from local restaurants while supporting an important cause. All proceeds and food donations are donated directly to our local food bank.
Thanks to the incredible support from our community and participating restaurants, we raised over $4,000 last year—and we’re hoping to beat that total in 2026!
Tickets are available at the event OR can be purchased in-store at Scattered Blessings Cafe (4 Erie Ave N, Fisherville) CASH ONLY!
3 tickets for $12
6 tickets for $20
Each ticket includes one 4 oz cup of soup, allowing you to sample, enjoy, and cast your vote for Best Soup as part of the People’s Choice Award.
Come hungry, try multiple flavours, and help crown this year’s favourite for a good cause!
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3rd Annual Autism Dog Services Easter Eggs-travaganza
3rd Annual Autism Dog Services Easter Eggs-travaganza
Autism Dog Services will be hosting their third annual Easter Eggs-travaganza at the Optimist Club and Park in Ancaster. The family friendly day will include an Easter egg hunt, photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny and Paw Patrol Bluey, kids crafts and games, yummy hot chocolate, etc. Admission Fee: cash or debit donation at the door to Autism Dog Services.
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Craft Market
Shop local handmade items like pottery, crochet, baked goods, art, jewlery, home decor, cards, novelty items, chocolates, and much more!
Support the Community Support Centre of Haldimand Norfolk!
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Haldimand County Polar Plunge
The Polar Plunge is BACK – are you ready to get #FreezinForAReason?
Please join us for the 3rd Annual Polar Plunge in Haldimand County!
We will be once again plunging at the Haldimand OPP detachment in the rear parking lot, and look forward to seeing people from the community that are returning plungers and welcoming new plungers too!
Registration begins at 12:00pm.
An indoor washroom and warming area will be available. Refreshments will also be provided at the event and we hope to have an appearance from the infamous "Plungie" mascot.
Registration is $40, or you can “fundraise to waive” your personal registration.
If you are plunging as a team, all members of the team must register individually, choosing to join your team as they register.
Whether you are an individual, organization or business, the Polar Plunge welcomes everyone with a little courage and a warm heart willing to take the plunge!
All funds raised will support programming and events for 23,000 athletes across the province.
Let's get #FreezinForAReason!