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THE HOLIDAY INN & SUITES PARKWAY CONFERENCE CENTRE As the largest hotel and conference facility in St. Catharines, the Parkway has established itself as the St. Catharines conference facility of choice for professional meeting planners.

DAYS INN HOTEL The comforts of a hotel with the exhilaration of Ene2rgy Fitness Studio—a full-service facility offering a multitude of classes that are available to all Days Inn guests free.

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THE BEST WESTERN HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE This hotel’s charming appeal truly offers a feeling of exclusivity with its unique size that can accommodate intimate groups of up to 175 guests.

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A DAY TO REMEMBER If you’re looking for the perfect venue to hold your upcoming wedding, you don’t have to look any further than the Parkway Conference Centre at the Holiday Inn & Suites in St. Catharines.

WELCOME TO WINE COUNTRY The Niagara Peninsula has become a significant player on the national and international stage with its many world-class wineries and award-winning wine products.

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PAR FOR THE COURSE DOESN’T APPLY HERE With all the golfing opportunities here in the Niagara Peninsula, it’s no big secret why the area has become one of Canada’s hottest golfing destinations.

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7 PARKWAY LANES & ARCADE 8 A LITTLE BIT OF THIS, A LITTLE BIT OF THAT 11 ENE2RGY FITNESS STUDIO 18 NIAGARA BREWERIES 25 MAP OF ST. CATHARINES 26 EVENTS IN NIAGARA

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THE HOLIDAY INN & SUITES PARKWAY CONFERENCE CENTRE

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he Holiday Inn & Suites Parkway Confer-

ence Centre’s $8-million expansion, renovation and restoration of its hotel was

completed in 2012. As the largest hotel and conference facility in St. Catharines, the Parkway has

established itself as the St. Catharines conference

facility of choice for professional meeting planners.

Known for its ease of comfort, impeccable services and facilities, and central location, the Parkway Conference Centre along with the Holiday Inn & Suites provides a fresh new contemporary design with urban décor and furnishings.

The hotel features 181 guest rooms (including 18

extended stay, full kitchen one bedroom suites), 30 one bedroom suites (including private living spac-

es), a sixth floor rooftop patio with city panoramic views, over 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting

space, an on-site business centre, and state-ofthe-art telecommunication technology as well as outstanding banquet and catering services.

Many dining and entertainment options are also

available including a game of bowling at the Parkway Lanes Sports & Entertainment Centre, casual coffee lounges, private special occasion rooms and friendly yet unique restaurant dining.

For more information, please call 905.688.2324 Top left: J.J. Kapps Backyard BBQ Steak & Grill.

Top right: One of the fully-equipped meeting spaces.

Middle: A Holiday Inn & Suites’ guest room.

Bottom: Timothy’s World Coffee.

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or visit www.HONHotels.com. The Holiday Inn & Suites is located at 327 Ontario Street in St. Catharines, Ontario. To book reservations, please call or email reservations@honhotels.com.

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PARKWAY LANES & ARCADE

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ooking for a little fun and excitement for the entire family?

Parkway Lanes & Arcade has just the answer. This full-service bowling complex is every bowler’s dream with 40 lanes of ten

pin bowling, automatic scoring, and bumper bowling capabilities.

There’s an extensive pro shop – not to mention billiard tables, dart

boards and a games room complete with vintage arcade games. The

Parkway even has a casual dining area with all kinds of nachos, fish & chips, and finger foods available.

Don’t forget – there’s plenty of bowling specials all week long. On

Sunday, it’s “90 Minutes of Bowling” from 9 a.m. to close at just $25

per lane. Monday is “Couples Date Night” with a special on six games

of bowling that includes an eight-slice pizza and a $10 gift card for the arcade. Tuesday is “Breakfast Bowl” from 9 a.m. to noon where bowlers

can enjoy three games of bowling with an unbeatable breakfast. There’s also “Pasta & Bowling” in the evening with bowling and a bottomless

pasta bar for only $20 per person. Wednesday is “All-You-Can-Eat Wings & Bowling” for $18.95 per person. And Thursday is “Lunch & Bowl” from

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. which includes two games of bowling, shoes and a delicious lunch of your choice.

Good times have never been more convenient or affordable. Come

to the Parkway today - and play!

& For more information, please call 905.684.8381 or visit www.HONHotels. com. Parkway Lanes Sports & Entertainment Centre is located at 327 Ontario Street in St. Catharines, Ontario. www.HONHotels.com /// HEART OF NIAGARA HOTELS | 7

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A LITTLE BIT OF THIS, A LITTLE BIT OF THAT!

Heart of Niagara offers several restaurant experiences for today’s traveller or the dining aficionado.

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hey say variety is the spice of life—and it is when it comes to tempting your tastebuds. Heart of

Niagara operates several incredible restaurants and

bars in the St. Catharines district. If you’re looking for great food and good times, your search ends here!

J.J. KAPPS

J.J. Kapps Backyard BBQ Steak & Grill is a friendly

neighbourhood eatery, serving a wide range of break-

fast, lunch, dinner and kids’ meals. A family-oriented restaurant, J.J. Kapps offers a little something for every-

one—whether it’s succulent steaks, tasty grilled fish or delectable pasta dishes. Their menu boasts prime rib, veal cutlets, pizza and wings, soups and salads, sand-

wiches and wraps, even tasty appetizers like their crispy cocoanut chicken strips and Southwest Fest nachos.

J.J. Kapps is located at 325 Ontario Street in St. Catharines.

For more information, please call 905.685.3307.

WRIGLEY’S SPORTS BAR AND LOUNGE

If extreme sports are more up your alley, check out

LOUNGE SIX PARKWAY SKY BAR

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he Lounge Six Parkway Sky Bar is quickly becoming Niagara’s hottest dining experience. Located

high atop the Holiday Inn & Suites Parkway Convention Centre, the Lounge Six is a brand new lounge and patio bar with seating beneath the stars and spectacular views of Lake Ontario and

Wrigley’s Sports Bar and Lounge located in St. Catharines’ Best Western. Completely renovated and remod-

eled, Wrigley’s has everything for the sports lover in you including multiple TV screens, sports memorabilia, and a great line-up of menu options. Wrigley’s has a

variety of exciting items on offer including fish tacos, quesadillas, steak sandwiches and Wrigley’s world fa-

mous chicken wings. There are also party packages of

pizza and wings for you and all your tailgating friends!

the Toronto skyline. With an extensive drink and light fare menu, the Lounge Six features seating for

Wrigley’s Sports Bar and Lounge is located at 2 North

experience this unique patio bar that towers above the rest! Open daily, the Lounge Six Parkway Sky Bar

please call 905.704.3888.

60 patrons and can be reserved for private parties and corporate functions. Don’t miss your chance to is open seasonally from May to October. Reservations are recommended.

For more information, please call 905.688.2324 or visit www.HONHotels.com.

Lounge Six Parkway Sky Bar is located at 327 Ontario Street in St. Catharines, Ontario.

Service Road in St. Catharines. For more information,

PERKINS RESTAURANT & BAKERY

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is a friendly neighbour-

hood eatery, serving a complete range of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and seniors’ and children’s meals. Rang-

ing from the traditional to the innovative, Perkins’ delectable menu has over 90 assorted meals, appe-

tizers and dessert items including burgers and wraps, seafood and pastas, and shakes and sundaes. Per-

kins Restaurant offers their famous all-day breakfast menu including their fresh ham and sausage, hearty omelets and buttermilk pancakes.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery is located at 89 Meadowvale Drive in St. Catharines. For more information, please call 905.935.4522.

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FREE WIFI • DARTS • SPORTS DRINK SPECIALS • STUDENTS SPECIALS TEAM SPONSORSHIPS Located at the Best Western QEW at Lake St. Exit 46, St. Catharines

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DAYS INN HOTEL ST. CATHARINES | NIAGARA

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hen your meeting adjourns, it’s all

about revitalizing your spirit. What

better way to do that than through

a high energy virtual power cycling class? Or maybe

something a bit more relaxing with a spiritual ap-

proach, such as an unintimidating yoga class? We are not your average Days Inn Hotel because we

offer the comforts of a hotel with the exhilaration of Ene2rgy Fitness Studio—a full-service facility of-

fering a multitude of classes that are available to all Days Inn guests free. Easily accessible and located off the QEW, the Days Inn Hotel features 99 gues-

trooms including long term stay rooms. The Days Inn Hotel comes complete with an on-site Perkins

Family Restaurant that extends complimentary private meeting spaces.

For more information, please call 905.934.5400 or visit www.HONHotels.com. Days Inn Hotel is located at 89 Meadowvale Drive in St. Catharines, Ontario. To book reservations, please call or email reservations@honhotels.com.

Top left: A Days Inn Hotel two-bed guest room.

Top right: Indoor swimming pool

Middle: Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Bottom: Days Inn Hotel front lobby

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onveniently located next door to the Days Inn St. Catharines – Niagara, this fitness studio includes several state-of-the-art

amenities such as free-motion equipment, power

cycling, a fully equipped weight room, a ladies circuit

ENE2RGY FITNESS STUDIO

room, and yoga and Pilates training. Open seven

days a week, the studio provides locker rooms and towel services as well as a sauna and indoor pool.

Energy Fitness Studio offers several fitness pro-

grams for the beginner and experienced trainer alike including speed cycling and weight loss circuit

training. The studio has many affordable member-

ships available including student, couple and family

rates. (Corporate memberships are also available.)

Energy Fitness Studio has a highly qualified staff

of over 15 personal trainers and fitness instructors that pride themselves on their one-on-one training and high degree of personal care. All their trainers

are fully-certified and have a variety of training experience—from reconditioning car accident victims to advising professional hockey players.

With their state-of-the-art facilities and com-

mitment to delivering good old-fashioned service, the staff at Energy Fitness Studio looks forward to helping their members feel better about themselves and get results.

For more information, please call 905.708.0626 or visit www.energyfitnessstudio.com.

Energy Fitness Studio is located at 89 Meadowvale Drive in St. Catharines, Ontario. For all inquiries, please call or email energyfitness@honhotels.com.

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THE BEST WESTERN HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE ST. CATHARINES | NIAGARA

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he Best Western Hotel & Conference Cen-

tre St. Catharines – Niagara offers a unique

charming experience with its unique hotel

design. The centre rooms of the hotel overlook a

peaceful private garden courtyard. In 2011, the Best Western underwent soft goods renovation to its facility including improvements to its lobby,

the addition of an elevator to the 2nd floor, and contemporary lobby furnishings. There are also upgraded amenities to all guest room bathrooms

including granite countertops with under-mounted sinks and greater illumination rooms in addition to refrigerators and microwaves in all guest rooms.

You can trust the professionals at the Best West-

ern Hotel & Conference Centre to help plan your

next meeting or special event. This hotel’s charming appeal truly offers a feeling of exclusivity with

its unique size that can accommodate intimate groups of up to 175 guests.

Guests of the Best Western can de-stress at Re-

flexions Real Life Fitness Club by utilizing its relaxing amenities including a sauna, a whirlpool and a heated pool or revive your senses with a spinning class in the

full-service fitness facility. Dining options are also available through its on-site restaurant or room service.

For more information, please call 905.934.8000 or visit www.HONHotels.com. The Best Western Hotel & Conference Centre St. Catharines – Niagara is located at 2 North Service Road in St. Catharines, Top left: Indoor heated pool. Top right: Best Western guest room. Mid-left: Courtyard mini-putt golf course. Mid-right: Courtyard patio by the pool. Bottom left: Real Life Fitness Club. Bottom right: One of the available meeting rooms.

Ontario. To book reservations, please call or email reservations@honhotels.com.

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HEART OF NIAGARA WEDDINGS

A DAY TO REMEMBER

ST. CATHARINES COMPLEX OFFERS A WORLD OF AMENITIES FOR TODAY’S WEDDING PARTIES. SCOTT LESLIE

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f you’re looking for the perfect venue to hold your up-

coming wedding, you don’t have to look any further

arriving from an off-site wedding ceremony or waiting for the reception in the banquet hall.

Lounge Six Parkway Sky Bar also provides guests with a

than the Parkway Conference Centre at the Holiday

sheltered site where they can enjoy hors d’oeuvres, watch a

With over 35 years in the hospitality industry, the Park-

ceremony deck is a unique location to exchange vows amidst

Inn & Suites in St. Catharines.

way Conference Centre has every amenity you could think

of to make your day complete—from picturesque halls to complete dining facilities.

The Parkway Conference Centre at the Holiday Inn &

Suites is ideal for an intimate celebration, offering refined

service, fine wine and cuisine, and one of the most stunning

sunset or take part in an intimate wedding ceremony. The

the sunset or moonlight overlooking the horizon of Lake On-

tario. Guests will be delighted to share in the festivities and enjoy the panorama that Niagara has to offer. There’s even

an expansive deck where couples can hold their wedding ceremony or enjoy a cocktail reception afterwards.

wedding settings in all of Ontario. The Holiday Inn offers

a full commercial kitchen, convention facilities—even an on-site wedding planner that can help couples out with every last detail of their big day.

Wedding guests will be greeted with the warm hospi-

tality that has made the Parkway Conference Centre at

the Holiday Inn & Suites all it is today. The hotel itself has 16 halls with over 22,000 square feet of flexible space so they can handle weddings and special events of up to 2,000

people. The Parkway Conference Centre’s award-winning

ples to start their new life together. Come celebrate with

Guests will be welcomed into the banquet hall for a

Parkway Conference Centre. With all exciting amenities and

er a wedding dinner or reception that’s out of this world.

fabulous wedding lunch or dinner prepared exclusively by our acclaimed culinary team. The private dining facilities

offer a wide variety of choices from regular fare to custom ethnic dishes.

In terms of the venue, couples can reserve the Holiday

Inn’s Lounge Six Parkway Sky Bar for their event. A glass of Niagara’s sparkling wine would be the perfect accompaniment on the sixth floor terrace, whether guests are

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The Parkway Conference Centre is a perfect way for cou-

event staff can also take any type of assignment and deliv-

family and friends at Niagara’s premier Holiday Inn & Suites

features this venue has to offer, Holiday Inn is your ultimate wedding designation.

For more information, please call 905.688.2324, visit www.HONHotels.com or email events@honhotels.com. The Parkway Conference Centre is located at 327 Ontario Street in St. Catharines. To book reservations, please call or email reservations@honhotels.com.

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WELCOME TO WINE COUNTRY

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Currently, over 60 types of grapes are grown in the Niagara area including such leading white 73 varieties as Riesling, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc—and reds like Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Other red hybrids such as Baco Noir have also become popular 73 choices for today’s wine lovers, not to mention Niagara’s fine selection of icewines.

Niagara’s wine region has always prospered in large part from Niagara’s attractive location. Niag84 3 ara’s climate and soil are quite similar to major wine-producing regions in France like Burgundy and 14 Bordeaux. Niagara’s growing season also benefits from the protection of the Niagara Escarpment Smithville 20 and the moderate temperatures of nearby Lake Ontario.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of tourists come visit the peninsula to explore its vast network Port Smithville Colborne of wineries and enjoy the area’s many wine-related events, tastings and festivals.

Are you ready to become one of them?

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aised on a farm gave Greg and Yannick Wertsch a great sense of place. Growers turned vintners, they opened the winery in 2010. Today, they’ve built a reputation on producing premium, fruit-forward wines at a great price. Their hard work developing the vineyard and the winery has paid off in one of the hottest new properties in Niagara-on-the- Lake.

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isit our new Tasting Room & Wine Bar and enjoy our exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of Niagara. Relax on our verandah with a glass of wine. Explore our magnificent grounds and discover our vineyards, gardens and sculptures. Pick up some delicious baked goods, house-made jams and jellies, gourmet cheeses and unique gifts at our onsite Bakery / Market.

Open Monday to Saturday June to October - 10 am to 6 pm November to May - 10 am to 5 pm

991 FOUR MILE CREEK RD., N.O.T.L., ON 905.262.0289 | WWW.BETWEENTHELINESWINERY.COM

1776 FOURTH AVE., ST. CATHARINES ON 905.984.8463 | WWW.13THSTREETWINERY.COM

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ust off the beaten path, Creekside Estate Winery is Niagara’s destination of choice for spirited travellers looking for a wine and food experience like no other. Our award-winning winemaking team delights in defying winemaking conventions and our chef relishes in preparing honest and rustic local cuisine.

At Creekside, we’ve uncorked the perfect way to shop, dine, taste and tour all Niagara has to offer.

2170 4TH AVENUE, JORDAN, ON 905.562.0035 | WWW.CREEKSIDEWINE.COM

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ur Winemaker, David Stasiuk, has focused on the vineyards to ensure that the wine quality surpasses the beauty of the location. Offering a variety of award winning wines including our Signature Wine Patio 9. Complete this unique experience by visiting Rockway Vineyards Antique Wine Museum, Ontario’s only wine museum. Public and private tours and tastings are available year around.

3290 NINTH ST., ST. CATHARINES, ON 1.877.762.5929 (ROCKWAY) WWW.ROCKWAYVINEYARDS.COM

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iagara’s exclusive lakefront winery is located on the pristine shores of Lake Ontario in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Konzelmann Estate Winery has garnered prestigious national and international awards, including Canada’s only placement on the Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list. Visit the winery and discover why they are heralded for providing one of the most friendly, informative and educational experiences in Niagara’s Wine Country.

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NiagaraBREWERIES

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iagara has long been famous for its world-class wine region. But the Niagara Peninsula also has many tempting breweries that are in a league of their own!

Whether it’s an award-winning microbrewery or out-of-the-way distillery, Niagara has plenty of small batch products for you to sample – from vodkas and ciders to lagers and ales. And all of them are carefully crafted, using the ultimate in premium ingredients. You can even settle in for a sip and snack at one of the area’s many brew pubs and adjoining restaurants.

Here are just a couple of “Niagara’s finest” for you to savour – and discover.

CRAFT BREWERIES IN NIAGARA Bench Brewing Co. Brimstone Brewing Co. Kame & Kettle Beer Works Lock Street Brewing Co. Niagara Brewing Co. Niagara College Teaching Brewery Niagara Oast House Plan B Beer Works Silversmith Brewing Company Syndicate Brewery Taps on Queen Brewhouse The Exchange Brewery Inc. The Merchant Ale House

THE EXCHANGE BREWERY INC. 7 Queen Street Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON www.exchangebrewery.com

SILVERSMITH BREWING COMPANY 1523 Niagara Stone Road Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON www.silversmithbrewing.com

4850 Dorchester Road

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905-356-3362

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WORLd CLASS

PAR FOR THE COURSE DOESN’T APPLY HERE

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rom Fort Erie to Port Colborne to Fonthill and all points in between, Niagara sports many world-class golf courses for tourists and residents to enjoy.

Looking for a demanding course to suit your particular tastes? Today’s Niagara has a golf course for every skill level—from modest par 3 layouts to expansive championship and tournament venues. Many of Niagara’s courses have been designed by some of the most accomplished golf course architects in the business today—everyone from John Daly and Stanley Thompson to Douglas Carrick and Thomas McBroom.

With all the golfing opportunities here in the Niagara Peninsula, it’s no big secret why the area has become one of Canada’s hottest golfing destinations. Whether its aesthetics, facilities, services or course condition, Niagara is clearly a cut above the rest—and the critics agree. In recent years, Niagara’s golf courses have won a long line of accolades from many leading experts in the golfing industry including Golf Digest and Score Golf Magazine.

Don’t miss out on all the golfing excitement the peninsula has to offer.

“Par for the course“ certainly doesn’t apply here in Niagara.

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member owned and operated semi-private golf facility, Twenty Valley Golf &Country Club is among the most respected and active courses in the Niagara Peninsula.

Spread over 142 acres, Twenty Valley is a Par 72 championship calibre golf course. With six tee decks to choose from ranging in size from 5,203 to 6,701 yards, we can accommodate golfers of every skill level. We also feature The Valley Grill―a full-service public restaurant with a variety of specials and dishes made from local ingredients. Twenty Valley was recently named the course with the “Best Greens in Niagara.” But don’t forget to watch out for the Twenty Mile Creek that flows throughout the course and is known to catch many wayward shots. Come experience picturesque country golf at its finest!

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GOLF IN NIAGARA WHISKY RUN GOLF CLUB

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hisky Run is a picturesque 27 hole facility located along Niagara’s South Coast, and was voted favourite golf course in all of Niagara (Readers Choice, Niagara This Week, 2014). You can “Stay & Play” at the Bootlegger Barrel House, or coast on down for a round at Niagara’s Friendliest Golf Course.

Book online at whiskyrun.com and save 10% on our guaranteed lowest rates!

Use coupon code: Niagara

631 LORRAINE RD., PORT COLBORNE, ON 1.877.835.6868 WWW.WHISKYRUN.COM

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ineyards surround the 18 hole golf course, recently voted “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest. Golfers are offered an opportunity to challenge their skills our manicured fairways and fast greens amongst the vistas of the Escarpment. Enjoy our famous Golf, Wine & Dine package.

Three unforgettable experiences…One unique destination.

• 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Onsite Award Winning Winery • Full Restaurant & Banquet Facilities • Open to the Public • Golf & Wine Club Memberships • Golf Leagues & Tournaments • Weddings & Private functions 3290 NINTH ST., ST. CATHARINES, ON 1.877.762.5929 (ROCKWAY) | WWW.ROCKWAYVINEYARDS.COM

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“WE DON’T JUST MAKE PIZZA... WE CREATE IT.”

Spicy Thai

22 FACER STREET ST CATHARINES, ON

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ffering authentic and freshly prepared Thai cuisine in the Niagara region since 1989. Enjoy a cosy and friendly atmosphere that is set to warm your senses with a menu sure to please everyone.

After nearly 28 years, we remain dedicated to providing an ultimate dining experience with great food and great service.

905.687.8424 INFO@SPICYTHAI.CA

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208 CHURCH STREET ST. CATHARINES, ON L2R 3E9

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ROBERTO “THE PIZZA DUDE” VERGALITO

(905) 938-5525

WWW. ROBERTOSPIZZAPASSION.COM

Charming bistro in the heart of downtown St.Catharines, located across the street from the Performing Arts Centre. Over 30 different VQA wines available, by the glass and on tap.

AN EXPERIENCE AWAITS YOU. www.danisbistro.ca

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WELCOME TO ST. CATHARINES

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Downtown Core Downtown Walking Tour Port Dalhousie Walking Tour Lakeside Park Rodman Hall Morningstar Hill Garden City Golf Course Merritt Trail Lakefront Trail Participark Trail Burgoyne Woods Welland Canal Parkway Trail Pen Shopping Centre 13th Street Winery Hernder Estates Winery Henry of Pelham Winery Happy Rolf’s Sanctuary Fairview Mall Welland Canal Centre Brock University General Hospital Niagara Health System Montebello Park

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EVENTS IN NIAGARA

THE FOSTER FESTIVAL SUMMER SEASON June 21st to August 18th Keep laughing all summer long! Three plays by Norm Foster will be playing at Cairns Hall, First Ontario Performing Arts Centre.

1.855.515.0722 fosterfestival.com Screwball Comedy June 21st to July 7th Full of snappy period dialogue reminiscent of the best cinematic screwball comedies, this world premiere sparkles with humour.

Old Love July 12th to 28th Bud’s recently divorced. Molly’s newly-widowed. Norm Foster’s Old Love is a story of courtship, rekindled romance and the indomitability of hope.

Lunenburg August 2nd to 18th A little love and a little mystery. Be prepared to laugh and gasp at all the twists and turns in Norm Foster’s newest comedy, Lunenburg.

CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS July 1st Thorold 12 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.

Join the City of Thorold as they celebrate Canada Day with a community celebration in the Battle of Beaverdams Park in downtown Thorold. There will be children’s activities, family friendly fun, entertainment and fireworks!

905.227.6613 thorold.ca St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come join in on the celebrations—admission is by donation and the day is packed with many fun-filled activities certain to entertain the entire family.

905.984.8880 stcatharinesmuseum.ca Rennie Park 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Join us for the city’s annual “Canada Day Celebration” at picturesque Rennie Park in Port Dalhousie. Fun for the whole family includes Town crier, greetings from local dignitaries, magicians, midway, kids crafts, bouncers. buskers and more!

905.688.5601 ext. 1508 stcatharines.ca/canadaday Charles Daley Park Come out for Lincoln’s celebrations from 1 p.m. until after the fireworks at 10 p.m. for lots of excitement for the whole family including live entertainment.

905.563.8205 lincoln.ca

SUNSET MUSIC SERIES July 4th to August 29th 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Weekly on Tuesdays sunsetmusicseries.ca

DOWNTOWN CLASSIC CAR SHOW July 8th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stroll down memory lane during the 13th Annual Classic Car Show while enjoying the many shops and restaurants downtown St. Catharines has to offer. Over 450 fantastic classic and custom cars will be on display, along with live entertainment and family-friendly activities.

905.685.8424 mydowntown.ca MUDDY PAWS WINE FESTIVAL July 8th to 9th Bring your four-legged companion to Vineland Estates Winery or Featherland Estate Winery to enjoy wine and food, while supporting National Service Dogs!

1.888.846.3526 muddypawswine.com PELHAM SUMMERFEST – TOP 100 FEO COME CHILL ON THE HILL – FREE FAMILY FUN! July 13th to July 16th Downtown Fonthill Visit PelhamSummerfest.ca Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter – @PELSummerfest HENRY OF PELHAM ESTATE WINERY PRESENTS: SHUCK ‘EM, SUCK ‘EM, EAT ‘EM RAW FEATURING OYSTER BOY July 22nd and 2rd 905.684.8423 henryofpelham.com/news/events

ANNUAL ROTARY RIBFEST August 4th to August 7th 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Ribs, blues, bands with music and family entertainment in Montebello Park. Admission is free.

905.684.3500 ext. 34 rotaryniagara.org 135TH ROYAL CANADIAN HENLEY REGATTA August 6th to August 13th The Royal Canadian Henley Regatta is Canada’s oldest and North America’s largest rowing event.

Hosted in St. Catharines since 1903, this eight day event is a mainstay in Canadian rowing.

905.935.9771 (during event) henleyregatta.ca

SUMMER DOWNTOWN D’LISH August 12th to August 27th 8TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY HANDMADE MARKET November 3rd to November 5th Enjoy some of your favourites or try something new, as many of the downtown restaurants This upscale artisan market experience is held open their doors over these two weeks offerindoors at the Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara Falls. Sip wine while you stroll and shop ing fabulous three-course fixed-price menus ranging from $15 to $40. Please see website from our collection of 140+ artisans offering jewfor lists of participating restaurants. Reservaellery, pottery, glass, hand-sewn bags, fashion tions required. accessories, preserves, natural bath + body prodOrzo Restaurant is located in the heart of Niagara on clothing, the Lake, onclothes, Queen Street.

905.685.8424 ucts, original art, designer kids mydowntown.caThe entire front entrance of the knits, home decor,glass artisan woodopen products, leather restaurant's doors to the outdoors. work, hand-bound books and much more. Something for everyone on your gift list and lots for you! $10 admission (under 16 free).

905.684.3300 hernder.com

GREEK FESTIVAL September 1st to September 4th 905.685.3028 niagaragreekfestival.com

NIAGARA JAZZ FESTIVAL July 28th to 30th The TD Niagara Jazz Festival is a cutting edge celebration of all types of jazz, performed in intimate indoor and outdoor venues in the heart of Niagara’s stunning wine country. The TD Niagara Jazz Festival presents the finest Canadian and internationally-acclaimed jazz musicians by way of spectacular concerts, wine, craft beer, and culinary packages, and free performances throughout Niagara-on-the-Lake and selected locations throughout Niagara.

1.844.548.5299 niagarajazzfestival.com

39TH ANNUAL CANAL DAYS August 4th to August 7th Celebrate the height of summer and Niagara’s rich marine heritage at Canal Days Marine Heritage Festival. Explore historic tall ships, cruise Lake Erie, spend the day at Ontario’s largest classic car and kite show, and spend the night at a great outdoor concert.

1.888.PORT.FUN or 905.834.1668 portcolborne.ca

23RD ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW AT HERNDER ESTATE WINES November 3rd to November 5th 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Two floors of quality handmade crafters, light fare and wine tasting.

905.684.3300 hernder.com

13TH STREET BURGER DAY September 2nd 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join us Saturday September 2nd for Burger Day as we celebrate the last long weekend of the summer! Enjoy delicous burgers prepared by our inhouse chef - Chef Alex with a glass of our Burger Blend Pinot Noir & Gamay Noir or Riesling & Pinot Grigio.

905.984.8463 13thstreetwinery.com NIAGARA GRAPE & WINE FESTIVAL September 8th to 24th Don’t miss the harvest celebration every September! Join us for Canada’s largest wine festival with over 100 events including winery tours and tastings, concerts, Niagara’s freshest local cuisine, wine seminars, family entertainment and parades.

905.688.0212 niagarawinefestival.com THE 43RD ANNUAL BALL’S FALLS THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL October 6th to October 9th This festival has become a longstanding favourite tradition for both families and visitors who come from far and wide to visit.

905.562.5235 npca.ca OCTOBER GHOST WALKS October 13th to October 28th Downtown St. Catharines has some of the most historical buildings in Niagara and it just so happens that many of them are haunted! Tickets are $10 each. Advance tickets required as walks are limited to 20 people.

905.685.8424 mydowntown.ca

WRAPPED UP IN THE VALLEY November 11th and 12th, 18th and 19th and 25th and 26th Winery Passport Program. Eat, drink and be merry! Join us for your choice of three weekends of exceptional wine and food pairings at 25 premium Twenty Valley wineries.

905.562.3636 twentyvalley.ca OPG WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS November 18th to January 31st The Ontario Power Generation Winter Festival of Lights turn Niagara Falls into a winter wonderland, with over three million sparkling lights along 5+km route, grand holiday displays throughout the city, and unique Niagara Falls.

905.374.1616 wfol.ca ST. CATHARINES SANTA CLAUS PARADE November 19th Fun for the whole family!

905.688.5601 ext. 1508 stcatharines.ca 2018 NIAGARA ICEWINE FESTIVAL TBA In January, the Niagara Region is transformed into a wintry wonderland from the Xerox Gala evening to wine and food pairings, and outdoor activities along the famed wine route. For tickets and complete details, visit us online or call.

905.688.0212 niagarawinefestival.com TWENTY VALLEY WINTER WINEFEST — WINE AND CULINARY FESTIVAL TBA Enjoy a sweet, sparkling and sensational winter weekend on the streets of the Jordan Village. The weekend is full of amazing VQAs: red, white and sparkling wines and icewines as well as savoury dishes, celebrity chef demonstrations, winemakers’ challenges, fashion shows and a fantastic evening street party with headlining musical entertainment.

905.562.3636 twentyvalley.ca

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