Haldimand Museums has partnered with Dunnville Secondary School’s art class for a third year to create a special art exhibit and auction, “We Chair-ish You In Haldimand County.”  

The exhibit will be on display at Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum (3514 Rainham Road, Selkirk) from April 7 to May 29, featuring a variety of re-purposed wooden chairs with original designs that showcase the students' unique imagination and abilities.

An exhibit opening will be held on Wednesday, April 16, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., offering an opportunity to meet the young artists and hear what their artwork represents. 

Closing out the exhibit, residents and visitors are invited to celebrate these young local artists with an art auction at the Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum. The auction will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 29 with all proceeds benefitting Haldimand Museums.   

For more information on Museum programs, exhibits and special events, visit haldimandcounty.ca/museums, email museums@haldimandcounty.on.ca or call the Wilson MacDonald Memorial School Museum at 905-776-3319.

Haldimand County Public Library invites the community to get creative and participate in its 12th Annual April Poetry Contest. 

This year's theme is "Family." Submitted poems should explore the importance of family, what family means to the writer, or a specific aspect of family life, such as love, birth, or loss. To showcase the diverse meaning of family, poems can also illustrate different emotional bonds with non-relatives, such as pets, friends, or caregivers.

Poems can be submitted online through the Library's website or in person at any library branch from April 1 to 30. Each poem that meets the contest criteria will have a chance to win a cash prize in one of the following categories:

• Primary - Kindergarten to Grade 3
• Junior - Grade 4 to Grade 6
• Intermediate - Grade 7 to Grade 10
• Senior - Grade 11 to Grade 12
• Adult - Ages 18 and up

Judging will take place at the beginning of May, and cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third-place winners in each category. The first prize will be $50, the second prize $35, and the third prize $20. Winners will be announced in mid-May, and an awards ceremony will follow. 

The prizes for the April Poetry Contest have been generously sponsored by The Friends of the Dunnville Library, The Friends of the Jarvis Library, and The Friends of the Caledonia Library. 

For more information on contest rules and submission details, visit haldimandlibrary.ca/poetrycontest.  

Blooms for a Cause is back! Norfolk Haldimand Hospice is hosting their Hanging Basket Sale just in time for Mother’s Day! It is an opportunity for you to save money on gorgeous spring baskets and support a wonderful cause with plants from Colonial Flowers. Order your beautiful baskets until April 30th, all proceeds help the NHCH continue supporting community members with life-limiting illness and those who have experienced loss. 

Book Exchange, Lite Fare and Jewelry Sale
Recommended Admission $15.00
Bring favourite books you have read to share (optional)
Take as many books as you wish
All Proceeds to Stephen Lewis Foumdation Grandmothers' Campaign

Parkview Church is back with their free tax clinics!  

PARKVIEW CHURCH - 9:30 A.M. To 11 A.M. 

Get your benefits and credits. If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, volunteers can do your tax return for you! 

Tax year 2024 will take priority during Mar., Apr. & May. 

The number of clients served and the number of years filed may vary, depending on the volunteers available. 

CLINIC DATES:

MARCH 15 - MARCH 29 

APRIL 12 - APRIL 26 

MAY 10

JUNE 7 

SEPTEMBER 20

OCTOBER 25 

For CRA go to canada.ca/taxes-help or call 1-800-959-8281. 

Parkview Church web site: parkviewchurchhamilton.ca 

Volunteers are not employees of the Canada Revenue Agency.

Join Autism Dog Services for their annual eggs-citing Easter celebration! Including Easter egg hunts by age groups, pictures with the Easter bunny, games, prizes and refreshments. Don’t miss out on a day of family fun and memorable moments!

The Easter Market Experience – A Day of Family Fun!

Join us on April 12th from 10 AM – 3 PM at Leander Boat Club for a market like no other! This isn’t just a shopping event—it’s an immersive Easter celebration designed for the whole family. Let us take care of all things Easter while you enjoy a stress-free day filled with fun, shopping, and special moments.

🌟 VIP Experience Alert! 🌟
We’re offering an exclusive VIP experience for 20 kiddos, packed with extra surprises! Tickets on sale now. 

What’s in Store:

• Easter egg hunt & scavenger hunt
  
  
• Photos with Matko Photo
  
  
• Hands-on activities like crafts, cookie painting, and mini DIY workshops
  
  
• VIP perk: Paint and plant your own ceramic pot
  
  
• Delicious food & drinks—mimosas and sangria included!
  
  
• Live entertainment—a dance party, storytime, and more!
  
  
• A special appearance from the Easter Bunny!
  
  

Plus, shop from an incredible lineup of small businesses, many offering interactive experiences at their tables.

✨ Admission is FREE! Gather your family and friends for a day of fun, community, and springtime joy.

📍 Leander Boat Club | April 12th | 10 AM – 3 PM

Let us know you’re coming—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Enjoy the Hagersville Craft Show in the Hagersville Legion Hall. Enjoy 50/50 draw, door prize, a delicious lunch and lots of goodies!