StoneyCreekNews.com RSS Feedshttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.comThu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/StoneyCreekNews/imgs/logo.gifhttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.comhttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216180The Lung Association is holding The Amazing Pace fundraiser this fall.216180Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216182August is here – the perfect time to gather those closest to you and celebrate these lazy, hazy days. To orchestrate your summer soiree – say, on the August 2 Civic Holiday – why not take advantage of Ontario’s superb fruit harvest to create warm-weather dishes that will have your guests clamouring for seconds?216182Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216183Women’s Institutes volunteers from Beamsville, Binbrook, and Haldimand are busy organizing the sixth annual Country Marketplace to help raise funds for the upkeep of Stoney Creek’s Erland Lee Museum.216183Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216190Attention, students! Work in the Hamilton-Stoney Creek Kinette Club booths at the Winona Peach Festival, taking place Aug. 27 to 29. Serve candy floss, candy apples and Sno Cones and have fun getting your community service hours. Contact Marni De Roche at 905-664-1655 or marni@completedoor.ca.216190Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216195The award-winning Broadway sensation Rent comes to life at Theatre Aquarius this summer as the Performing Arts Summer Program senior students present the contemporary classic musical.216195Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216204The Art Gallery of Hamilton will be open on the civic holiday, Monday, Aug. 2 from noon to 5 p. m.216204Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/216210The Federazione Abruzzese is offering four scholarships to students of Abruzzese descent. The scholarships will be awarded based on 250-word essays from applicants about how their Italian heritage has influenced their life and contributed to their Canadian way of life. The scholarships — one for $1,000, one for $750 and two for $500 — will be awarded on Sept. 16 at the FestItalia Abruzzese dinner at Carmen’s. For a scholarship application, call 905-527-3400 or 905-578-2229.216210Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215738Hamilton’s favorite pet event returns to Bayfront Park on Sunday, September 12.215738Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215743Griffin House, a national historic dite at 733 Mineral Springs Road in Ancaster, is offering special programs on Monday, August 2 from 1 to 4 p. m. in celebration of Emancipation Day.215743Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215748The Perseid meteor shower is coming up and Hamilton Amateur Astronomers are inviting everyone out to a public night to view what should be a dazzling display.215748Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215755The Harlequin Singers, under newly appointed music director Michael Pin, will hold auditions for singers in all sections for the choir’s 2010-11 season.215755Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215756The World Cup is over, but you can still enjoy the flavours of South Africa with these recipes.215756Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215757On July 22, award-winning Hamilton singer-songwriter Jacob Moon will perform at Legends Estates Winery in Beamsville. A seasonal three-course menu will be served, paired with the best that Wine Country has to offer.215757Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215758Call it an accident of events producing an explosion of excitement for the local racing community.215758Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/215314Summer’s in full gear, and that means plenty of warm-weather get-togethers with friends and family. Entertaining is a breeze when you take advantage of Ontario’s farm-fresh vegetables, fruits and meats.215314Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/214774Hamilton Police Service is looking for avid runners to take part in the annual Buffalo Police Chase.214774Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/214779Students from seven city schools have contributed to a mural showing their interpretation of what the city’s historic black church means to the community.214779Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/214788This Saturday, July 10 from 1 to 5 p. m., MitoCanada presents Mito Day at the Beach at Gullivers Lake and Park, 742 Safari Rd., Millgrove. Enjoy a barbecue, balloon release and cake, a wagon ride and draws. Activities for children include a bouncy castle and face painting. Tell the gate you are there for Mito Day at the Beach and you will receive a ticket for door prizes. MitoCanada will receive half of the gate fees for the day. Adult admission is $6; $3 for kids.214788Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/214796On Sunday, July 18 from 1 to 8 p. m., the Punjabi community is hosting its annual Behnna Da Mela (sisters’ festival) at The Grand Olympia Banquet Centre, 660 Barton St. Call Jasbir Dosanjh at 905-594-1205.214796Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/214807Niagara’s much anticipated tender fruit –peaches, nectarines, plums, pears and grapes – are almost here. Due to unseasonably warmer weather the juicy, tree-ripened fruit will be available two weeks earlier than last year. In fact, growers anticipate the first baskets of peaches to be in stores as early as July 10. Brought to you by www.ontariotenderfruit.com and Chef Mark Picone, an acclaimed chef who operates a culinary studio in Vineland, Ontario in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula.214807Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/214339These recipes from Campbell’s may taste like they took hours to cook, but they’re surprisingly fast—which means you can spend less time making dinner, and more time enjoying it.214339Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213616While they come in many shapes and sizes, there’s one common denominator when it comes to our dogs — we love them.213616Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213619Food News: It’s summer, and what better way to celebrate the sunshine than a backyard barbecue with some non-traditional recipes?213619Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213626A film about living with schizophrenia and the role of artistic expression in recovery is being presented Tuesday at St. Joseph's Healthcare on Charlton Ave. East.213626Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213641The Hamilton Historical Board and the City of Hamilton proudly present the Heritage Marketplace at Bayfront Park. The event is part of the city’s Canada Day festivities on Thursday, July 1, and will be held from 4 to 7 p. m.213641Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213645Two hours of live entertainment will precede the city’s annual Canada Day celebrations at Bayfront and Pier 4 parks.213645Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213649Sharon and David McCann have it made in the shade ... literally.213649Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213661Kenadie Jourdin-Bromley, the girl known as “the littlest angel,” will be at Mohawk College this Sunday during a special screening of the movie in which she makes her acting debut.213661Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213675Brendan Fernandes, whose exhibition “until we fearless” is featured as part of the Art Gallery of Hamilton Vital Africa celebration, has been shortlisted for the Sobey Art Award. The exhibition at the Art Gallery of Hamilton, which is Fernandes’ first solo exhibition at the museum level, is the culmination of several years of his most poignant artistic investigations. The exhibition pushes viewers to reconsider perceptions and inhibitions about the cultural identities associated with Africa and the African Diaspora. It is on display until Oct. 3.213675Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213677This Saturday, June 26 from 9 a. m. to 8 p. m. and Sunday, June 27 from 9 a. m. and 2 p. m., the Hamilton Amateur Radio Club will hold its ARRL Field Day at Bruce Park, located between Brucedale and Queensdale on Hamilton Mountain, off Upper Wellington. Throughout Canada and the United States, ham radio operators will be setting up radio stations in unusual field locations and operating off the power grid, making contact with others as a display of their emergency communications capabilities. The event, running annually since 1933, is free for the public to attend. It is a great opportunity to learn a little of what amateur radio is all about, ask questions, and make contacts with other hams throughout North America. Visit www.hamiltonarc.ca.213677Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213039B. J. Thomas is starring in the annual Oldies Benefit Tour Friday night beginning at 8 p. m. at Copps Coliseum. The concert is in aid of causes supported by the Hamilton Police and the Niagara Police. Tickets are $40 plus taxes and are available by calling 800-268-7371 or visiting www.ticketmaster.ca.213039Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213043National Aboriginal Days Festivities will be held June 18 to 21 at Gage Park. This year’s free festivities, entitled Embracing the Spirit — Empowering Communities, will be held noon to dusk each day, with a Sunrise Ceremony at 7 a. m. There will be lots of entertainment and activities.213043Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213066Locally-grown and fresh to you year-round, planning a meal with mushrooms is simple. As a side, topping, ingredient or main dish, mushrooms make a good and healthy addition to any meal.213066Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/213068Liona Boyd will perform at The Studio at Hamilton Place on Thursday, November 4 at 8 p. m. in support of her new album.213068Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212529(NC) – If there’s one dessert that says “summertime,” it’s key lime pie – sweet yet tart and completely refreshing, it’s a perfect way to top off a barbecue or to complement a glass of iced tea on a hot day.212529Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212532In the predawn hours of Thursday the sixth of June, 1813, British soldiers and local militia crept up to the perimeter of a Yankee camp at old Jim Stony’s Creek, as it was called prior to 1826.212532Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212546On Saturday, June 12 from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., the Habitat for Humanity Hamilton ReStore, 285 Nash Road N., will celebrate its fourth year in business with a special anniversary event. Save up to 75 per cent off already low-priced merchandise. There will be in-store free raffles, a mid-day barbeque and many other in-store specials. Every purchase at the ReStore helps build affordable homes in Hamilton and also contributes to waste diversion in our community.212546Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212548This weekend, over 5,000 grandmothers and ‘grand others’ from the Stephen Lewis Foundation's Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign will walk in support of African grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS. Locally, the Stride to Turn the Tide takes place Saturday, June 12 at Van Wagner’s Beach. Register from 9 to 11 a. m. and walk from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. Visit www.grandmotherscampaign.org.212548Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212551Stoney Creek Garden Club will meet on Monday, June 14 for a flower show featuring strawberries, a silent auction and musical accompaniment. There will be no guest speaker this meeting. Social time begins at 7 p. m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p. m. on the main floor of the Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 12 King St. E., east of Lake Avenue. Fee for guests is $5 (which buys a 2010 membership). Information about the garden club is available by visiting http://www.gardenontario.org/site.php/stoney-creek. Call 905-662-4250.212551Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212555“One day an army of grey-haired old women may quietly take over the world.” — Gloria Steinem212555Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212556About 9,000 visitors from across the community and beyond experienced the pageantry of battle and got a glimpse of early 19th century living last weekend at Battlefield House Museum and Park’s re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek. The event also included British, native, American and militia encampments, historical demonstrations, merchants, musical entertainment and old-fashioned games.212556Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212558VON Hamilton Volunteer Services requires Italian speaking volunteers for Volunteer Visiting and the Hospice Volunteer Service. VON offers caring through friendship and support for senior adults who are lonely, living alone at home or with relatives or friends who have other commitments. They are also present to the needs of clients and their family caregivers at the end-of-life. For more information or to become a VON volunteer, call 905-522-0053.212558Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212564P. J. Mercanti said he believes it’s the biggest name they’ve ever brought to Hamilton.212564Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/211999Hundreds of re-enactors from across Ontario and beyond set up camp on the first weekend of June every year at Battlefield House Museum and Park, where they depict the drama, pageantry and excitement of one of the most important events in Canada’s history.211999Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212001Hamilton’s Italian community will mark the 35th anniversary of the St. Anthony’s Feast June 9 to 11.212001Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212005This Saturday, June 5 is International Trails Day, and to mark the occasion, the Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) will celebrates Trails Open from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m.212005Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212007You know summer’s here when the first Ontario strawberries arrive. Bigger than ever, fat-free and brimming with vitamin C, these super-sweet berries from local farms are available until the first frost.212007Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212013On Wednesday, June 16 from noon to 7 p. m., drop by Eastgate Square and play the Wii Golf Challenge for a chance to win some great prizes for your dad.212013Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212014The weather was hot but the competition was even hotter at the Fenwick Lions Carnival on Saturday, where Ontario PC Leader and Niagara West – Glanbrook MPP Tim Hudak competed against MP Dean Allison and Pelham Mayor Dave Augustyn, in the Third Annual Charity Chili Cook-Off benefitting Pelham Cares.212014Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 ESThttp://www.StoneyCreekNews.com/arts_and_entertainment/article/212016By the sounds of it, they're having a heck of a time at the Concession Street Laughter Club.212016Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST