Presented by Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 2319, Thorold
Thorold, ON. March 31, 2025 – Niagara has a solution for a season of lush gardens, vibrant
lawns, and healthy plants! The solution starts with the Knights of Columbus 2319 at their 5th
annual Garden Fest in Thorold. The community event will feature a fertilizer, grass seed, and
compost sale. Potted plants from Schenck Farms will also be available. It's your one-stop shop
for all the essentials to nurture your garden and yard.
Event Details:
Fri., April 25, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sat., April 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun, April 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holy Rosary Hall, parking lot, Sullivan Avenue, Thorold
Whether you’re planting a new lawn, feeding your garden beds, or giving your outdoor spaces a
spring refresh, the Knights will have the perfect products for you. The high-quality fertilizers
selected for Garden Fest are designed to nourish your soil and promote healthy, vigorous
growth. Choose grass seed varieties to suit your needs for sun or shade areas. Additionally,
don’t miss our premium compost donated by Walker Industries for rich, organic material that will
boost plant health and structure.
Why Choose Garden Fest?
Customer Service: The Knights will be in action to help you load up the right products for your
lawn's or garden’s needs.
Top-Quality Products: Garden Fest stocks top quality, local products including fertilizers, grass
seeds, compost, and potted plants ensuring your lawn and garden thrives.
Great Value: Enjoy great deals with all-in pricing on premium gardening products during this 3-
day sale!
Support Charities: Proceeds from the sale will be donated to local charities; Hotel Dieu
Shaver Foundation, Wellspring Niagara, Special Olympics (St. Catharines), and St. Vincent de
Paul Food Bank (Thorold).
Thanks to Sponsors The Knights appreciate the support of Garden Fest sponsors. Financial
support from Bocchinfuso Funeral Home, Dixie Regulator and Torch Repair, Marr’s Thorold
Foodland, Club Belvedere, Golden Gardens Supply Co., Buck or Two Thorold, JKJ Heating and
Air Conditioning enable the Knights to promote the fundraising event for our charities.
Growing together over the past 4 years with Garden Fest and Harvest Fest in Thorold, the
Knights’ events have donated $20,952 to charities.
Key highlights of Garden Fest fundraising event:
Buy Local. Get great deals on top quality, local fertilizer and grass seed supplied by Niagara
Orchard & Vineyard Corp., compost from Walker Industries, and potted plants from Schenck
Farms and Greenhouses. We’re growing together!
50/50 Draw. Purchase tickets in the Knights of Columbus 2319 50/50 draw for a chance to win
a cash prize. You will be helping us help others!
Bottle Drive. Donate recyclable beer, wine or liquor containers purchased in Ontario. Proceeds
go to charities. Help us keep the environment clean and safe.
Food Collection. Come to Garden Fest to donate non perishable foods for the SVDP Food
Bank supporting local families in need
“We’re thrilled to bring together gardening enthusiasts and local companies for this year’s
Garden Fest,” said John Perri, Knights of Columbus member and event chair. “We're offering
products that are perfect for gardeners who want to grow beautiful plants. We’re proud to be
offering solutions that support healthy, sustainable gardening practices.”
Not too far from the Garden Fest event, you can also meet the Knights at the Earth Day
celebration hosted by the City of Thorold. Customers can purchase lawn and garden products
from the Knights at the community event in the Thorold Arena, Sat. April 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Knights famous Beef on a Bun will be on sale as well as hot dogs and popcorn at the arena
canteen during the Earth Day celebration.
For more information on Garden Fest email kofc2319@gmail.com or phone Grand Knight, Paul
Carfagnini, 905-328-5296.