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street seen plus arts & culture listings, a day downtown, and much more! classic car show 40th anniversary cycling downtown Bringing dreams to life www.mydowntown.ca ISSUE 13 • SPRING 2013 St. Catharines Downtown Association presents Over 20 years of trusted custom jewellery design to express your commitment and individual style. page 15 Lessard Coutu Custom Jewellers page 14 page 7 page 18

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streetseen

plus arts & culture listings, a day downtown, and much more!

classic car show 40th anniversarycycling downtown

Bringing dreamsto life

www.mydowntown.ca ISSUE 13 • SPRING 2013

St. Catharines Downtown Association presents

Over 20 years of trusted custom jewellery design to express your commitment and individual style. page 15

Lessard Coutu Custom Jewellers

page 14page 7 page 18

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St. CatharineS Downtown aSSoCiation80 King Street, Main Floor, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7G1Tel: 905-685-8424 • Email: [email protected]

PUBLiSher St. Catharines Downtown Association

eDitorS St. Catharines Downtown Association - Tisha Polocko, Carolyn Watson

art DireCtor LOUD+CLEAR aDvertiSing rePreSentative Ray Mulley ([email protected])

ContriBUting PhotograPhy Danielle Renée Polocko, Carolyn Watson, Brian Yungblut Photography

ContriBUting writerS Shawn Doney, Carolyn Watson Cover Photo Brian Yungblut Photography

St. CAthARINES’ GUIDE to All thAt IS DowNtowN • ISSUE 13 • SPRING 2013

streetseen is published twice per year. Subscriptions are not available. Free issues are available throughout Downtown St. Catharines. The publishers of streetseen are not responsible for any loss or damage caused by the contents of the magazine, whether in articles or advertisements. Views expressed might not be those of the publisher, editors or the St. Catharines Downtown Association. Please contact us concerning advertising, story ideas, and photography. Your comments are welcomed! Letters to the editor may be edited for space and published in the magazine, on the website, or in print materials. All rights reserved; reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without the permission of the copyright holders. Contact the St. Catharines Downtown Association for more information.

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80 St. Paul St., St. Catharines Tel: 905-688-0033

Bella luxx - los angelesspring 2013 ColleCtion

This issue of streetseen is dedicated in memory of VICkI MARIE (lINt) JoNES (1976-2013), a proud St. Catharines Downtown Association member whose bright spirit and strong support will be deeply missed.

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his year we will witness the changing face of our downtown as we move forward with the reality of many projects coming to fruition; the addition of

new businesses in our downtown, the continued movement forward of our established businesses and a diverse offering of culture and events. A few years ago many of the new initiatives proposed for our City were just ideas. Today we see these ideas becoming a reality and on the road to completion. The Performing Arts Centre is well on its way to becoming a reality and an important element of our future as a cultural destination. Brock University’s Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts is also a reality and in two short years we will see this come to fruition and become a crucial part of the future of downtown. The Spectator Facility has quickly broken ground and, as we all see and often feel beneath our feet as the pilings go into the ground, this facility is well under way. The public participating in the entertainment that this facility will host, and those attending the school, will be able to enjoy the numerous services, retailers

and hospitality that our downtown has to offer. The development of these projects is another positive element that will contribute to a revitalized downtown and the economic support it will bring to our established businesses. The potential investment in our business community that it will attract is very encouraging. Choosing downtown as the home for the Performing Arts Centre, Brock University’s School of Fine and Performing Arts and the Spectator Facility is an excellent fit. These facilities will enhance our downtown and will be another exciting essential element in revitalizing our downtown. The face of downtown continues changing and we are moving forward. The momentum is building and we invite our community to explore our downtown, our diverse businesses and the wide array of culture in our own backyard. We are proud of our growing community and what continues to bloom around us. Opportunities have emerged that have brought forward institutional growth, cultural growth, and the establishment of new businesses and the continued strong presence of established businesses. We have a wide array of wonderful restaurants, cafes and entertainment establishments, crucial services and financial institutions, galleries, collectives and diverse independent retailers. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the St. Catharines Downtown Association and we invite everyone to come downtown and celebrate our businesses, our community and our culture. Come and explore your downtown.

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Jennifer AndersonChair, Board of Directors

St. Catharines Downtown Association

letter fromthe chair

St. Paul Street. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

James Street. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

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a daydowntownRunning errands doesn’t have to run you ragged By Carolyn Watson

espite my attempts to streamline life and simplify my routine, I still have plenty of errands to run. It would be lovely to have a personal concierge to look after

these things for me. However, I am not that fortunate so I must try my best to stay organized and I find I can do that by planning to run many of my errands downtown. Lucky for me, I work in the heart of Downtown St. Catharines, so I can take care of many items on my “to do” list during my lunch hour. I recently attempted to complete a long list of errands in under one hour. First stop was the automated teller at Meridian Credit Union on King Street where I made a withdrawal so that I could pay cash at my lunch hour stops.

Since I was carrying a heavy armload of borrowed books from the library, I made a quick trip over to the St. Catharines Central Library to return the books. Although I would have enjoyed lingering over some travel guides or cookbooks in a quiet corner of the library, I had some ground to cover and these errands were not going to run themselves. Close by, next to Market Square, is Fashion Alterations & Dry Cleaners, where I dropped off a suit to be dry cleaned. This business is able to repair and make alterations to your clothing and is also a pick-up/drop-off depot for Manor Cleaners. My next stop was at Canada Post on Queen Street. I had a birthday card to mail and it only took a few minutes to wait

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Main Image: Canada Post. Bottom left to right: Erroll’s Shoe and Luggage Repair, Meridian Credit Union. Photos courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

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to purchase postage and mail the card before I was on my way. At this point, half way through my lunch hour, I still had two more stops to make. A short time ago, I had dropped off some leather shoes that needed repair at Erroll’s Shoe & Luggage Repair on St. Paul Street. I stopped there next to pick them up. With fifteen minutes to spare, and realizing I still had not eaten during my lunch hour, I visited Helen’s Deli on James Street to buy a quick, hot lunch of their famous pork schnitzel on a bun, which I brought back to the office to eat at my desk. In just under one hour, I was able to tick every item off my list of errands, all while enjoying a pleasant stroll around our city streets.

Whether you live or work downtown, or elsewhere, there are plenty of opportunities to run your errands. Easy parking is located in both the Carlisle St. and Ontario St. parking garages, as well as at parking meters and surface lots, and it becomes possible to walk to virtually all the places that may be on your list of things to do. You can get your hair cut, do your banking, mail a parcel at the post office, visit the library or get your dry cleaning done. You can get your pants hemmed at the tailor, get a toaster fixed, have a prescription filled or buy lottery tickets. This is all in addition to many other retail businesses in Downtown St. Catharines offering fashion, sporting goods, furniture and more. Consult the business directory on www.mydowntown.ca and you will realize just how many errands you can accomplish by visiting our downtown businesses.

FEAtURED IN thIS ARtIClECanada Post4 Queen St., 905-688-4064 • www.canadapost.ca

Erroll’s Shoe & Luggage Repair60 St. Paul St., 905-682-0572

Fashion Alterations & Dry Cleaners71 King St., 905-688-8899

Helen’s Deli50 James St., 905-685-0452 • www.helensdeli.com

Meridian Credit Union106 King St., 905-688-4661 • www.meridiancu.ca

St. Catharines Central Library54 Church St., 905-688-6103 • www.stcatharines.library.on.ca

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St. Catharines Central Library. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

ahead pring is a wonderful time of the year to freshen your wardrobe with new fashion purchases. Shopping at the malls and at big box stores can sometimes be a bit repetitive and unoriginal. Not everyone wants to

be dressed the same as everyone else in their demographic. Head to Downtown St. Catharines to check out our unique fashion boutiques and retail stores. While walking from shop to shop, you will be able to enjoy the fresh air and the sights and sounds of our vibrant downtown community. This spring promises plenty of fresh selections in women’s fashions and menswear, as well as shoes, accessories and more. You may be able to energize your wardrobe with special pieces in this season’s top colours as announced by Pantone: Emerald, Monaco Blue, African Violet, Poppy Red, and Nectarine. Downtown St. Catharines has fashion shopping at a number of one-of-a-kind stores. Many are family run businesses that have existed for generations downtown. Informative staff, distinctive inventory and exceptional personal service are all reasons to shop downtown!

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Auds ‘N Ends Consignment Boutique32 James St.905-685-0144

The Boot Shop46 James St.905-641-2224

Dinomite Salvage Warehouse16 Queen St.905-641-0008

fashion

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springs in downtown st. catharines

FAShIoN ShoPPING DowNtowNHerzog’s Men’s Store449 St. Paul St.905-684-7467

Honey’s1 St. Paul St.905-685-6116

Houndstooth ‘3380 St. Paul St.905-688-0033

Kloz Etc.122 St. Paul St.905-988-9575

Lousje & Bean39 James St.905-397-7325

Mixed Styles223 St. Paul St.905-984-4442

Out of the Past340 St. Paul St.905-228-6007

Verity30 St. Paul St.905-641-0862

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Everyone took a wary look over their shoulder, then at each other, then at their cars. It was the meanest, most ominous, black cloud folks in these parts had ever seen. It was moving in fast and low from the south and it had designs on spoiling everyone’s fun. Convertible roofs went up in a hurry, jackets and slickers were fetched from back seats and trunks; everyone took a deep breath and held.

lashback to the first Saturday in July last summer: it’s a clear, sunny morning in St. Catharines, and hundreds of vehicles are arriving for the tenth annual Downtown Classic Car Show. Hot Rod enthusiasts and vintage car

owners are jockeying for the best spot to show off their rides, the early risers are already out on the streets to get the first glimpse and it is already shaping up to be a perfect day…then it showed up.

11th annual downtown classic car showsaturday, july 6Revving up for this popular annual downtown event By Shawn Doney

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2012 Classic Car Show. Photo courtesy of Dwayne Coon.

Second Row: left and centre photos courtesy of Danielle Renée Polocko. Right photo courtesy of Dwayne Coon.

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You bet it rained. Well, ‘rained’ doesn’t quite capture it. It monsooned and a thousand hearts sank. Just as everyone began to resign themselves to the fact that the show was off, it was over. The sun reappeared, the slickers went back in the trunk, ragtops came down and the tenth annual Downtown Classic Car Show saw 15,000 guests under sunny skies. Saturday, July 6 is the date in 2013 and Downtown St. Catharines will once again host a huge complement of vehicles, spanning over 100 years of automotive history. The Downtown Classic Car Show is a full day, full family activity. Street after street in the city’s core are lined with the most colourful array of specialty vehicles, trucks and motorcycles, lovingly preserved and restored. There will be enough torque on the streets to move a battleship and enough glisteningchrome to outshine the sun. The Classic Car Show features a wide range of children’s activities, the hugely popular low-rider hop-off, plenty of live entertainment including the Country Fest stage, and of course, the cars we love. If you haven’t been, make a point of visiting Downtown St. Catharines on July 6, 2013 between 9am and 5pm. Visit many of the new shops cropping up downtown, and don’t forget you’re in Niagara’s premier culinary neighbourhood, so plan for lunch or dinner too. Visit the St. Catharines Downtown Association website for Classic Car Show details, as well as a full directory of shops, restaurants and businesses, so you can plan your day. www.mydowntown.ca 2012 Classic Car Show. Photo courtesy of Dwayne Coon.

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For complete details, visitwww.mydowntown.caor call 905-685-8424

AUGUST 16-31, 2013

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looking forward to S.C.E.N.E.

n Sunday, June 9, 2013, the highly anticipated S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival returns to Downtown St. Catharines. This all-ages, day-long, pay-one-price entertainment extravaganza presents local, regional,

national and international independent music acts of all genres. Drawing thousands of festival-goers each year, this event truly captures and celebrates the spirit of independent music. From punk to metal, from country-tinged folk to garage rock, from acoustic acts to blood pumping rock and roll, there is something for all musical tastes at S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival. Over the years, S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival has proved a vital springboard for such artists as Billy Talent, Alexisonfire, Jason Collett (Broken Social Scene), USS, Waking Eyes, Silverstein, City & Colour, Neverending White Lights, Stereos, Marble Index, Policies & Procedures, Cancer Bats, Ill Scarlett, Shad, Lights, Bedouin Soundclash, Down With Webster and many more.

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Now in its 18th year, S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival energizes Downtown St. Catharines

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One of the best parts of attending S.C.E.N.E. is being able to sample different genres of music that you may not yet be familiar with. Just walking around downtown, you will be enticed by the sounds of music wafting through the air. Follow your ears and delight in new discoveries that are just waiting for you. For those who are interested in maximizing their day at S.C.E.N.E. the festival’s website www.scenemusicfestival.com will feature a complete list of venues and artists as well as an auto-scheduler to design your own custom-made plan for the day. Established musicians with dedicated fan bases as well as emerging artists are showcased on numerous indoor and outdoor stages, all located in the downtown core of St. Catharines and within easy walking distance of each other. Your first stop of the day will be the festival headquarters at Market Square at 91 King Street. Here you will redeem your advance ticket or purchase your admission for a full-day access wristband. Market Square is also the location of two of the festival’s music stages. You may find artist meet and greets here, as well as merchandise vendors and information booths. Plan to make a whole day of it, and remember, there are plenty of choices of places to eat in Downtown St. Catharines. Check out the St. Catharines Downtown Association’s website www.mydowntown.ca for a full listing of licensed and unlicensed dining establishments. The 18th annual S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival takes place on Sunday, June 9, 2013 in Downtown St. Catharines. Details about price of admission, where to buy advance tickets, a full schedule of events and list of artists can be found on the festival’s website www.scenemusicfestival.com.

thINGS to REMEMBER• Drink plenty of water• Remember to eat• Pace yourself• Watch• Listen• Participate• Have fun

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S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival. Photo courtesy of Josh Moody.

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egin your bike tour at the corner of St. Paul Street at Westchester Crescent, in front of the anchor and heritage information sign. The 1,400 kilogram anchor

you see is from a ship called New Brunswick, built at Shickluna Shipyards which was located a short distance from this spot, in the area where the Burgoyne Bridge spans Twelve Mile Creek. In the mid 1800s, Shickluna Shipyards earned an international reputation for building some of the best vessels on the Great Lakes. New Brunswick was built in 1847, but went down in a summer gale 11 years later near Point Pelee. The ship and its anchor rested at the bottom of Lake Erie for more than 120 years. The marine explorer who salvaged the shipwreck in 1980 donated the anchor to the City of St. Catharines. It is interesting to note that the area of this intersection,

where St. Paul Street meets Ontario Street, is where our City essentially began. There was a nucleus of businesses here at this crossroads at the beginning of the 19th century when the area was known as Shipman’s Corners. The original farmers’ market in the early 1800s stood at this location. Continue a short distance up St. Paul Street, then turn down William Street to visit the Mansion House (5 William Street), the longest running licensed establishment in Canada. It was originally built as a home and store by Welland Canal founder William Hamilton Merritt around 1806. The building was turned into a hotel in 1826, with a dining room and office space on the main floor. Over the years, it has been known as the Central House or Hotel, Haughten’s Saloon and in 1868 it was renamed the Mansion House.

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DOWNTOWN

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With the warm weather now upon us, why not learn about the history and heritage of Downtown St. Catharines as you pedal your way around downtown streets by bicycle. A short and sweet ride will take you past some of our city’s most valuable historical sites.

By Carolyn watson

City Hall. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

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n a distinctive turreted building that has been standing sentinel over Montebello Park for more than 100 years is the showroom and workshop of Lessard Coutu Custom

Jewellers. The building occupies part of a block where Yale’s Iron Foundry once stood. Moe Coutu and Marianne Lessard-Coutu continue the tradition of quality craftsmanship at their family-owned jewellery business founded in 1990. They raised their children in this lovely neighbourhood, across from the spacious lawns and bucolic playground of Montebello Park,

while growing their venture into the thriving business that it is today. Lessard Coutu Custom Jewellers is so much more than a traditional jewellery store with a focus on

exclusive custom designed jewellery that includes their customers in the creative process. Visit the store and sit down in their comfortable consultation area to discuss your budget as well as any special requests. You may already know the type of design you want, or you may peruse their portfolio for some inspiration and receive advice. You may want to incorporate a meaningful symbol into your custom design, or use special gems or other elements from your

existing pieces of jewellery. The team at Lessard Coutu will help interpret your ideas into one-of-a-kind jewellery that is sure to become a lasting legacy of your individual style. The goldsmiths, gemologists and computer graphic designers at Lessard Coutu Jewellers have taken custom jewellery design to a whole new level with their sophisticated on-site design software which allows you to visualize your piece before it is crafted. A large screen computer monitor will enable you to see a two-dimensional model of your future heirloom as it is being created. You will be able to review or change aspects of your piece at any point during the design process. Being involved in the creative design is a very personal and satisfying way to ensure that your dreams become a reality. In addition to custom design, Lessard Coutu Jewellers can also help you with all of your other jewellery needs such as repairs, jewellery appraisal or purchasing your old unwanted jewellery. They put the same amount of attention and care into handling your jewellery for repair as they do with any piece they create. Their professional service and dedication to your ultimate satisfaction, combined with their talented craftsmanship, as well as a lifetime guarantee on all their custom work, have created happy customers from near and far, customers who return to Lessard Coutu Jewellers again and again. Visit their website www.lcjewellery.com to read the numerous testimonials from customers who express their gratitude to Lessard Coutu Custom Jewellers for helping bring their dreams to life.

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Over 20 years of trusted custom jewellery design to express your commitment and individual style. By Carolyn Watson

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Just up the street, the old Welland House Hotel flanks William Street while its front entrance at 30 Ontario is near the intersection with King Street. Today the building houses a student residence, CFBU 103.7FM Radio and Barracuda Pretty, but in the past, the Welland House Hotel was a destination spa hotel. Opening in 1856, mineral waters were pumped from natural salt springs near Twelve Mile Creek to the hotel. The hotel was a summer resort that catered to wealthy travellers from across North America, including many famous guests who came to “take the waters”. Over the years, the hotel had different owners including the Malcolmson brothers who purchased it in 1893. They greatly improved the property by drilling a new well, building a bath house and opening a private hospital on the premises named The Wellandra. Eventually, the spa business in St. Catharines went into decline and the Welland House eventually closed its doors in 1993. Continue your ride up King Street towards Market Square and the Old Courthouse. In 1849, the farmers’ market was moved from St. Paul and Ontario to this location (91 King Street), making it one of the oldest farmers’ markets in Ontario. In the early days, vendors from all over the peninsula would arrive by horse and cart, travelling through the night, to set up by 5:30 in the morning. During the heyday of the market, there were hundreds and hundreds of vendors throughout the market. Public weigh scales, which were demolished in 1952, were located at the back of the market. They were used to weigh wood, hay, and produce as well as livestock.

Next to the market stands the Old Courthouse (101 King Street), now housing the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre. Built in 1849, this two-storey, Ontario Georgian style building was designed after the town hall in Perugia, Italy. The first phase accommodated the offices of town council, part of the town market and a combined fire and police station. In the tower, there is a three-faced striking clock believed to be imported from Europe. The clock continues to chime with the assistance of the original weights. Above the James Street entrance to the building is a bull’s head and sheaf of wheat carved into the stonework, meant to identify the entrance to the meat market, complete with butcher stalls, which was located in the basement. At the corner of King and James Street, positioned in front of a small courtyard at the Old Courthouse, is the Oille Fountain. In 1878, the presiding mayor of our city, Dr. Lucius Oille, donated this limestone fountain to the City of St. Catharines. He donated it to the citizens of St. Catharines to mark the establishment of the City Waterworks System. The fountain has been designated as an Ontario Historical Site. You will see the fountain had an area where water flowed out for public drinking. Now missing are the tin cups that were once suspended by chains so that thirsty passersby could get a drink of water. The lower trough was intended for pets to drink from. The final stop on this short cycling trip through our downtown streets is the site of St. Catharines City Hall, at the corner of James Street and Church Street. Built on the site of the previous City Hall (the former

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Market Square. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

Courthouse. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson. James Street. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson. The Mansion House. Photo courtesy of Danielle Renée Polocko.

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• Make sure that your bicycle is in good working order and is the correct size.• Always wear a correctly fitted helmet. • gloves and bright clothing are a good idea, too.• Ensure your bike has a bell or horn in working order.• Obey the Highway Traffic Act, and use your hand signals.• Lights and reflectors are required for riding after dark.• Refrain from riding your bicycle on the sidewalk. • When necessary, please walk your bike on sidewalks.• Walk your bike when crossing at a crosswalk.

In Downtown St. Catharines, for the convenience and safety of cyclists, many of our road surfaces are marked with a symbol of two chevrons above a bicycle. These symbols, known by the portmanteau “sharrows” (combining the words share and arrow), are intended to provide guidance to cyclists by indicating the safest riding space on the road while also informing motorists that cyclists may be present and that they should share the road and pass with caution. Also present downtown are yellow road signs reminding motorists and cyclists to share the road, as well as signs reminding cyclists that riding on sidewalks is not permitted

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Benson residence), this building was officially opened in 1937. It was designed by local architect Robert Macbeth. The cost to build the current City Hall, with its art deco façade and three pairs of impressive brass doors, was reported to be approximately $142,000. If you encounter any issues with your bike, it is helpful to know that there is an emergency bike repair kit located at City Hall for cyclists to use, at no charge. St. Catharines Central Library, 54 Church Street, also keeps a bike repair kit on hand. The kits were donated by Canadian Tire. There are many facilities in downtown St. Catharines for locking up your bike while you visit shops, restaurants or other businesses in the neighbourhood. Safe bike lock ups are available at the Central Library, City Hall, Market Square, the St. Catharines Bus Terminal, Montebello Park and numerous bike stands and racks positioned on downtown sidewalks. Bicycle shops located in Downtown St. Catharines include Liberty! Bicycles at 2 Bond Street, and Rapid City Cycle at 145 St. Paul Street (entrance at rear of building on Summer Street).

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Classic Car Show is now in its 11th year and attracts thousands of visitors each July. Full Moon and Historic Ghost Walk tours continue to be very popular events throughout the year, especially in late October. Other events which we have had a hand in over the years have been the Downtown Chili Cook Off, Movies in Market Square, 12 Days of Christmas promotion and Downtown D’Lish. There are also other events from past years that are remembered fondly. Did you enjoy great live concerts at Event in the Tent in the lower level parking lot, such as Great Big Sea, Nik and the Nice Guys, Chantal Kreviazuk or Ribs & Reggae Night? Did you cheer on your favourite team at the Downtown Bed Races? Or maybe you “shopped until you dropped” at the Moonlight Madness sales. How about our Downtown Restaurant Walking Tours? They were such a fun and sociable way to sample the fare from a variety of downtown eateries. We are proud to have had a hand over the years in creating many happy memories in Downtown St. Catharines.

n 1973, the St. Catharines Downtown Association was formed to represent the hundreds of member businesses in the Business Improvement Area (BIA) including

retail, dining establishments, professional offices and property owners. The goal was to promote Downtown St. Catharines as a great place in which to shop, work, dine, play, meet and live. We have been very proud to be involved in many special events that have enticed people to visit the downtown core and enjoy our special offerings. Our mandate also includes helping beautify the core through physical improvement programs. Over the past forty years, the St. Catharines Downtown Association has been involved in the promotion, planning and organizing of many memorable events. The Downtown

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Speaking of tours, the Downtown Association office has had its own tour of Downtown St. Catharines. Our office has been in a few different locations on St. Paul Street, as well as two different spaces on the main floor of the Ontario Street parking garage building. Last summer, we relocated to the former Corbloc building, in the heart of downtown at 80 King Street. Our office is a short walk from many offices and businesses in the downtown core, so stop in any time during office hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) to visit, pick up brochures or find out about future events. Many of you have memories of Downtown St. Catharines from years gone by. Several generations of children have been able to place their hands on a special spot of the display window of Niagara Central Hobbies to generate power that makes the model train move around its track. How many of you remember enjoying a Cherry Coke at Diana Sweets while carving your initials into a wooden booth? Which movies did you see at the Town Cinemas or at the Lincoln Theatre? How about shopping at favourite stores from years gone by, such as Coy Brothers, S.S. Kresge Co., Potter & Shaw or The India Boutique? There are so many memories of fun events at Market Square, including the Farmers’ Market, Niagara Wine Festival events and S.C.E.N.E. Music Festival. We would love to hear all about your favourite memories of Downtown St. Catharines from the past forty years. You may email us stories, send in photos or scan old advertising from downtown businesses. We are collecting these treasured pieces of our downtown to preserve a nostalgic feeling of happy memories and to look back fondly on what fun we have had celebrating all that is special about downtown while looking ahead to a successful revitalization of our special community. Email your stories and photos to [email protected]. Stay tuned in the coming months for an exciting announcement about how we plan to celebrate our 40th anniversary in grand style. Change is coming in Downtown St. Catharines and we invite you to share in the resurgence and re-energizing of our vibrant downtown community!

Corbloc - Summer St. entrance. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Watson.

MAYBEyoND thE wAll: UNPACkING thE lAyERS oF St. CAthARINES’ wAllSAPRiL 22 – AUgUST 16 The City of St. Catharines’ 9th Annual Juried Exhibition explores the walls of our community and the marks they have made on our lives. Second Floor Exhibit Space, St. Catharines City Hall, 50 Church St. 8:30am – 4:30pm (weekdays). Free admission. 905-688-5601, ext. 5244 www.stcatharines.ca/en/experiencein/CityHallExhibits.asp

twIlIGht JAZZ SERIESMAY 9 & 23J.A.D.E. and the Shea D Duo present the Twilight Jazz Series in partnership with Centre for the Arts, Brock University and the St. Catharines Performing Arts Centre, on alternate Thursdays at Mahtay Café & Lounge, 241 St. Paul Street, 7:30pm to 10:30pm. May 9 – Jim Casson’s Dark Orchard. May 23 – Barbra Lica. Cover charge – advance tickets available at Mahtay Café and at www.sheadduo.com

NIAGARA Folk ARtS FEStIVAlMAY 18 – JUNE 2Experience and enjoy unique dances, exhibitions, live music and delicious foods from around the globe at various cultural open houses. Folk Arts Festival Celebration at Montebello Park, corner of Ontario St. and Lake St. on May 18 and 19 will feature the finest local and international performers on the One World Stage. Browse for treasures from around the globe at the International Marketplace. Savour the cuisine of distant lands at our village food court. Free admission. www.folk-arts.ca

FUll MooN GhoSt wAlkSATURDAY, MAY 25Take an eerie stroll through Downtown St. Catharines exploring history and haunted tales of some of the City’s oldest buildings, under the magic of a full moon. Walk begins at 9 pm. Tickets $8. Reservations required. 905-685-8424. www.mydowntown.ca

JUNEthE BIG tIME PRoM – A FUNDRAISER FoR SUItCASE IN PoINtSATURDAY, JUNE 1Suitcase in Point’s annual fundraiser, The Big Time Prom, features big time entertainment, big time costumes, big time theme, big time laughs, big time silent auction and big time dance party. Robertson Hall, 85 Church St. Reception/Silent Auction at 7pm, Show at 8pm, Post-Show Soirée at 9pm. Tickets $20 general admission, $15 student/artist, $300 fancy table of 4, $500 fancy table of 8. 289-477-1025. www.suitcaseinpoint.com

NIAGARA VEGFESt SUNDAY, JUNE 2Niagara VegFest celebrates the many benefits of a healthy, compassionate, plant-based lifestyle and showcases exhibitors, vendors and speakers from the Niagara region and beyond. Free admission. Market Square, 91 King St. 10am – 6pm. www.niagaravegfest.com

DANCING IN thE PARk JUNE 4, 11, 18 & 25The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society presents Ballroom Dances of Scotland to lively Gaelic music at the Montebello Park Pavilion, corner of Ontario St. and Lake St., every Tuesday evening in June from 7:30pm – 9:30pm. Free for newcomers. Everyone welcome! No special attire is required but please bring a folding chair. Complimentary refreshments. Contact Robert Cary 905-687-6537. www.rscdsstcatharines.ca

woRlD to CoMEJUNE 7 – 9The Niagara Dance Company presents this contemporary dance work by Mary Jo Mullins, Graham Mckelvie, Patricia Beatty, Terrill Maguire and Tom Brouillette. In 2010, the company commissioned a new work by Graham Mckelvie entitled looking in windows. The score was composed by Niagara based musician Mark Steiger. If you did not have the pleasure of

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Driftwood Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Photo by David Spowart.

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enjoying the work then, you will have another chance at this event as we remount the work for World to Come. At the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101 King St. $22 adults, $16 students/seniors/CADA members, $5 eyeGo. Tickets available at Brock Centre for the Arts Box Office, 905-688-5550, ext. 3257. www.niagaradancecompany.com

MARkEt DISCoVERy tABlE JUNE 8 – SEPTEMBER 21Fun activities for kids of all ages at Market Square, 91 King St. The Market Discovery Table features a different farm theme every week. Participants will enjoy hands-on experiences such as making butter, learning about different herbs and fruits, honey tasting and more. Activities run from 9am – 11am most Saturdays from June 8 to September 21. Contact City of St. Catharines 905-688-5601, ext. 1508. www.stcatharines.ca

PRIDE IN thE PARkSATURDAY, JUNE 8Pride Niagara’s 2nd annual Pride in the Park, an outdoor festival featuring live entertainment, various vendors and licensed DJ dance floor area. Montebello Park, corner of Ontario St. and Lake St. 12pm – 10pm. www.prideniagara.com

S.C.E.N.E. MUSIC FEStIVAlSUNDAY, JUNE 9 S.C.E.N.E. (St. Catharines Event for New music Entertainment) is one of the largest annual one-day all-ages music festivals in Canada and a premiere destination for showcasing quality independent music, attracts over 6,000 fans to Downtown St. Catharines each year and is a hotbed for up-and-coming musical talent across all genres, featuring both Canadian and international talent. Festival hub and ticket booth located at Market Square, 91 King St. Doors 12 noon – 2am. Tickets and information at www.scenemusicfestival.com

FUll MooN GhoSt wAlk SUNDAY, JUNE 23Take an eerie stroll through Downtown St. Catharines exploring history and haunted tales of some of the City’s oldest buildings, under the magic of a full moon. Walk begins at 9 pm. Tickets $8. Reservations required. 905-685-8424. www.mydowntown.ca

thE SlAMMERS’ BAll FRiDAY, JUNE 28Niagara Literary Arts Festival presents The Slammers’ Ball, Mahtay Café, 241 St. Paul St. at 7pm. First and second place finishers from a four week poetry slam competition will compete in an elimination style SLAM, with the sole winner being declared NLAF champion. www.nlaf.jigsy.com

MUSIC IN thE SQUARE JUNE – SEPTEMBERLocal artists hit the stage at Market Square, 91 King St., Thursdays 12pm – 2pm and Saturdays 11am – 1:30pm during the summer for Music in the Square. Enjoy the music while shopping at the St. Catharines Farmers’ Market. Contact City of St. Catharines 905-688-5601, ext. 1508. www.stcatharines.ca

SUMMER BAND CoNCERtS JUNE 30 – AUgUST 27Enjoy musical entertainment on summer evenings at Montebello Park, corner of Ontario St. and Lake St. Most Tuesday and Sunday evenings during the summer, from 7pm - 9pm. Free admission. Please bring your own lawn chair and enjoy the concerts. Contact City of St. Catharines 905-688-5601, ext. 1563. www.stcatharines.ca

JULYCANADA DAy FAMIly StREEt PARty MONDAY, JULY 1Everyone is welcome to celebrate

our country at the annual Canada Day Family Street Party held at Market Square, 91 King St. Fun for the whole family featuring live musical entertainment on ourmain stage, free children’s activities including crafts, bouncers, pony rides, face painting and much, much more. Licensed food and beverage area. Free admission, 11am – 4pm. Contact City of St. Catharines 905-688-5601, ext. 1508. www.stcatharines.ca

11th ANNUAl DowNtowN ClASSIC CAR ShowSATURDAY, JULY 6The St. Catharines Downtown Association is proud to present the 11th Annual Downtown Classic Car Show. Stroll amongst the hundreds of classic and custom vehicles on display on our downtown streets. Free admission, free registration. Live entertainment, a low-rider hop-off competition, and children’s activities will keep the whole family entertained. 9am – 5pm. 905-685-8424. www.mydowntown.ca

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DRAMA AND ARt CAMPJULY 8 – 12Join Monica Dufault and Laurie Boese for a unique camp experience that combines art and theatre to give your child a creative experience you won’t find anywhere else. For ages 5 to 8 years. One week camp $190. At the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101 King St. Classes from 9am – 3pm (Mon – Fri). Contact Carousel Players Box Office, 905-682-8326, ext. 26. www.carouselplayers.com

MARtIAl ARtS kIDS SUMMER CAMPJULY 8 – 12, 15 –19, & 22 – 26For ages 5 to 12 years. Beginners welcome. A karate membership is not required. Each day begins with physical activity such as karate, jujitsu or other sport, followed by creative crafts and games, as well as chess class every day. An Ontario College of Teachers qualified teacher will lead a daily academic section based on your child’s educational level. Our goal is to keep the children physically and mentally active. Bring your own lunch, we supply water and juice for breaks. Monday to Friday, 9am – 3pm. Early drop off (8:30am) and late pick up (5:30pm) at no extra charge. $140 + HST per week, or $35 + HST per day. Register with a deposit by June 22. Space is limited. At the St. Catharines Martial Arts Centre,4 Queen Street, 2nd floor. Call 905-688-5071.

MUNSCh CoMES AlIVE CAMP JULY 15 – 19Your child will enjoy learning about the exciting world of books and drama with leader Teresa Ricciuti as they bring the story and characters to life from the pages of a well-known Robert Munsch book. For ages 5 to 8 years. One week camp $190. At the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101 King St. Classes from 9am – 3pm (Mon – Fri). Contact Carousel Players Box Office, 905-682-8326, ext. 26. www.carouselplayers.com

thE oDySSEyFRiDAY, JULY 19Join us under the stars at Montebello Park as Driftwood Theatre puts their classic storytelling qualities to their first ever non-Shakespearean

performance as they present The Odyssey, brought to you by The St. Catharines Performing Arts Centre. The Odyssey was adapted from Homer’s poem into a full play by Rick Chafe and is the re-telling of an epic myth with adventure, passion and peril. Starting at 7:30pm (rain or shine). Freewill offering (suggested admission $15 per person). Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on. www.driftwoodtheatre.com

ACtING CAMPJULY 22 – 26Explore your creative side and improve your acting skills with Carousel’s Peg and the Yeti actor Jennifer Balen. For ages 9 to 12 years. One week camp $190. At the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101 King St. Classes from 9am – 3pm (Mon – Fri). Contact Carousel Players Box Office, 905-682-8326, ext. 26. www.carouselplayers.com

FUll MooN GhoSt wAlkMONDAY, JULY 22Take an eerie stroll through Downtown St. Catharines exploring history and haunted tales of some of the City’s oldest buildings, under the magic of a full moon. Walk begins at 9 pm. Tickets $8. Reservations required. 905-685-8424. www.mydowntown.ca

MUSICAl thEAtRE CAMPJULY 29 – AUgUST 2Daniel Abadie and Betsy Tauro will get you moving to the music with choreography, develop your singing technique, give everyone in the ensemble an opportunity to shine on stage and expand your acting abilities. For ages 9 to 12 years. One week camp $190. At the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101 King St. Classes from 9am – 3pm(Mon – Fri). Contact Carousel Players Box Office, 905-682-8326, ext. 26. www.carouselplayers.com

AUgUSTSt. CAthARINES RotARy RIBFESt AUgUST 2 – 5Enjoy lip smackin’ finger lickin’ ribs from all over North America, continuous live music and family entertainment in Montebello Park, corner of Ontario St. and Lake St. Fee for food and drink,

admission is free. Fri-Sun 12pm – 11pm, Mon 12pm – 8pm. www.stcatharinesribfest.com

ShAw ACtING INtENSIVE CAMP AUgUST 6 – 16A nine-day intensive program offered by Carousel Players for youth aged 10 to 13. Participants work with Shaw Festival professionals to sharpen their acting skills through workshops and scene study. Includes a matinee of Guys and Dolls on August 7 and other activities at The Shaw Festival. Registration $350 includes Shaw ticket. Classes held at Carousel Players in St. Catharines, at the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101 King St. Classes from 9am – 3pm (Mon – Fri). Contact Carousel Players Box Office, 905-682-8326, ext. 26. www.carouselplayers.com

ANNUAl SUMMER thEAtRE PRoGRAM AUgUST 6 - 16Train. Create. Perform. Suitcase in Point and The Folk Arts Council present their annual summer theatre program for ages 13 to 18. 10am – 4pm, with final public performance on August 16 at 7pm. Program cost $150,

limited enrolment. The Folk Arts Centre, 85 Church Street. 289-477-1025. www.suitcaseinpoint.com

DowNtowN D’lISh (SUMMER)AUgUST 16 – 31Enjoy delicious favourites or try something new, as many of the Downtown restaurants open their doors over these two weeks offering fabulous 3 course fixed price menus, ranging from $10 to $35. Make plans to dine out every night during this mouth-watering event. Reservations required directly with the restaurants. Visit www.mydowntown.ca for a list of participating restaurants and the menus offered. PUPPEtRy CAMP AUgUST 19 – 23Join Carrie Costello for a memorable week of theatre fun. Children will make various types of puppets and learn to manipulate them. They will develop characters and stories using movement and sound, and present a puppet play on the final day of camp based on the children’s book The Girl Who Hated Books. For ages 5 to 8 years. One week camp $190. At the Sullivan Mahoney Courthouse Theatre, 101

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King St. Classes from 9am – 3pm (Mon – Fri). Contact Carousel Players Box Of-fice, 905-682-8326, ext. 26. www.carouselplayers.com

FUll MooN GhoSt wAlkTUESDAY, AUgUST 20Take an eerie stroll through Downtown St. Catharines exploring history and haunted tales of some of the City’s oldest buildings, under the magic of a full moon. Walk begins at 9 pm. Tickets $8. Reservations required. 905-685-8424. www.mydowntown.ca

FAIth IN thE PARkAUgUST 23 – 25A celebration of faith and hope. This family oriented inspirational weekend will feature speakers, musicians and vendors on the grounds of beautiful Montebello Park, corner of Ontario St. and Lake St. www.faithinthepark.ca

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