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.  

$5 per adult of $2 with food bank donation

Speakers, Draws, Demos, Free Seed Exchange, Native Plants, Garden Decor, Community Groups, Arborists, Master Gardeners, and then 60+ vendors! 

Come with your gardening questions; let's welcome spring to our gardens.

Contact: haldimandhorticulture@gmail.com

Thinking about spring?

The Haldimand Horticultural Society is holding a seed and garden show on April 5 from 9 to 2 at the Riverside Exhibition Centre in Caledonia. 

This is not their annual Seedy Saturday anymore…Haldimand Horticultural Society has turned it into one of the largest seed and garden shows in Ontario with something for everyone – kids included.

There will be a free seed exchange table, 60+ vendors, demonstrations, games, draws, free handouts, a kid’s corner, and a café along with an arborist to answer any tree related questions.

The vendors have expanded from simply seed and garden-related vendors to include vendors with an outdoor living /patio/backyard slant as well. 

A great example of such a vendor is Foret Mushrooms. This is a woman-owned company from Cambridge Ont. that would be invaluable to anyone wishing to learn about mushroom foraging on a guided hike, enjoy nature retreats or purchase mushroom products. 

The Canadian Peony Society will have a booth there this year and will be available to discuss all things peony. 

The Canadian Wildlife Federation will also be at this event.

There will also be two guest speakers at the show: Paul Oliver on “How to Attract Wild Birds to Your Backyard” and the Fancy Farmerettes on “Growing with Hemp.”

Turn your gardening thoughts into reality this spring with a visit to the Haldimand Horticultural Society seed and garden show.

Spring is in the air, and so is the Spring Fling Craft Show at St. Andrews United Church!

Come out for a fantastic day of shopping, featuring amazing LOCAL vendors with handmade crafts, delicious treats, and unique finds.

It’s the perfect way to welcome the season and support small businesses!
Tag a friend and mark your calendars — can’t wait to see you there!

FREE Admission & Parking.

The Dunnville Rotary Club is back with their annual Spring Food and Bottle Drive to support the Dunnville Food Bank! Come on out to the Dunnville Farmer’s Market with all of your empty cans and bottle, and any food and monetary donations to help support a great cause. On from 9:00 AM to noon.

Come shop at our annual Youth Spring Market! We have a great line up of vendors selling everything from home decor, toys, clothing, jewelry, and more! These talented, young artisans are raising money to attend Ontario Christian Assembly this summer. Come support our campers, shop, win prizes, enter in a silent auction, have a snack, and enjoy!

We will see you at 118 Limeridge Rd E, Hamilton on April 5th from 10-4.

Come shop at our annual Youth Spring Market! We have a great line up of vendors selling everything from home decor, toys, clothing, jewelry, and more! These talented, young artisans are raising money to attend Ontario Christian Assembly this summer. Come support our campers, shop, win prizes, enter in a silent auction, have a snack, and enjoy!

We will see you at 118 Limeridge Rd E, Hamilton on April 5th from 10-4.

The Paris Gem and Mineral Show is running this weekend from 10 – 5 each day.

Whether you are a mineral/fossil lover, crystal enthusiast or looking for that unique one of a kind piece of jewelry we are sure that you will find something from the 40 vendors attending this year.

Highlights: Kids activities, silent auction, high-end silent auction, fluorescent room, food vendor on-site, free parking

Visit our Facebook page to see our full list of vendors and coupons for admission. https://www.facebook.com/parisgemandmineralshow/

The show supports our not-for-profit club The Brantford Lapidary and Mineral Society where anyone with a love for rocks is welcomed. thebrantfordlapandmin.com

Waterford Lions & Waterford Fire Department are teaming up for an exciting new partnership!

DONATE YOUR SCRAP METAL!
We’re getting a SCRAP BIN for metal only, available 7 days a week for drop-offs.

GRAND OPENING & BBQ – April 5th! 
Join us for the big kickoff at Quick Lane & Tire (north side of the property).
Stay tuned for details.

Special Thanks to Quick Lane Lube & Tire, Bluestar Ford, and SOS Recycling for making this possible!

Every donation helps give back to our town, supporting community projects through both the Lions & Firefighters!

Let’s clean up, give back, and make a difference together!