Are you looking for something different to do on an upcoming Saturday night that’s both fun and affordable?  And we even have dinner taken care of for you. Well, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 30 at 6:30 pm. The Essex Vocal Express is bringing back its annual show. Prior to COVID, we had been putting on annual shows for this community since 1944 (known then as the Sun Parlour Chorus until a recent re-branding). Next year we are coming up on 80 years together as a barbershop chorus in this area and we want to enhance our vocal footprint in the community this year by once again hosting our community-favoured a cappella annual festivity. To start the celebration early this year, we are hosting a fundraiser show on September 30th. This will be our first fundraising event since our last annual show in 2019, and we are looking forward to it as much as we hope you are. 

In addition to the Essex Vocal Express performing some of their favourites, you’ll also see the Heart of Essex Sweet Adeline chorus sing.  Our Feature performer is the 2022 Pioneer District Quartet Champions “Chonk.” It will be an evening packed with a splendid dinner and great entertainment.

Tickets are $25/person and include dinner (250 maximum).  Doors open at 6:00 pm, dinner at 6:30 pm, and the show starts at 8:00 pm.  For tickets call either 519-966-1663 or 519-839-4027, or email essexvocalexpress@gmail.com.  For more information on our show visit www.essexvocalexpress.com.

Are you looking for something different to do on an upcoming Saturday night that’s both fun and affordable?  And we even have dinner taken care of for you. Well, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 30 at 6:30 pm. The Essex Vocal Express is bringing back its annual show. Prior to COVID, we had been putting on annual shows for this community since 1944 (known then as the Sun Parlour Chorus until a recent re-branding). Next year we are coming up on 80 years together as a barbershop chorus in this area and we want to enhance our vocal footprint in the community this year by once again hosting our community-favoured a cappella annual festivity. To start the celebration early this year, we are hosting a fundraiser show on September 30th. This will be our first fundraising event since our last annual show in 2019, and we are looking forward to it as much as we hope you are. 

In addition to the Essex Vocal Express performing some of their favourites, you’ll also see the Heart of Essex Sweet Adeline chorus sing.  Our Feature performer is the 2022 Pioneer District Quartet Champions “Chonk.” It will be an evening packed with a splendid dinner and great entertainment.

Tickets are $25/person and include dinner (250 maximum).  Doors open at 6:00 pm, dinner at 6:30 pm, and the show starts at 8:00 pm.  For tickets call either 519-966-1663 or 519-839-4027, or email essexvocalexpress@gmail.com.  For more information on our show visit www.essexvocalexpress.com.

You’re invited!

The Brown Homestead is Niagara’s Homestead, and we want to get to know the people in our community. We encourage you to drop in during our open house to explore the John Brown House and the Norton Cabin, see our current restoration projects in progress, stroll the grounds, chat with our staff about what we've been up to, and discover our plans for the future.

Visitors can explore four stations set up in the John Brown House. Light refreshments will be available - including ice cream! Please drop in anytime between 1-4 p.m. Your donations to The Brown Homestead are welcome.

We hope to see you at The Homestead!

Date:  Friday, October 20th 2023

Place:  Ciociaro Club 3745 N. Talbot Rd., Oldcastle

Doors open at 5:15pm   Dinner at 6:00pm   Quiz at 7:00pm

Register for a table of 8 for $400 or individual bookings at $50.  Buffet dinner included.

Tickets available at:  www.wonderbroads.org     ​***Silent auction, raffle prizes & 50/50***

Mary Beth  Helkie 226-346-4015 / Ana Davies 519-980-3329

Using the aid of a chair our yoga instructor will guide you through a series of movements. Poses are done seated or a chair is used for support during standing poses and bends.

Mondays | Sept 18th to Dec 18th 2023 | 11:30am to 12:30pm | Hybrid In Person and Zoom | Fee: $52 (13 sessions)

Wednesday | Sept 20th to Dec 20th 2023 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Hybrid In Person and Zoom | Fee: $56 (14 sessions)

Using the aid of a chair our yoga instructor will guide you through a series of movements. Poses are done seated or a chair is used for support during standing poses and bends.

Mondays | Sept 18th to Dec 18th 2023 | 11:30am to 12:30pm | Hybrid In Person and Zoom | Fee: $52 (13 sessions)

Wednesday | Sept 20th to Dec 20th 2023 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Hybrid In Person and Zoom | Fee: $56 (14 sessions)

Designed for community members ages 55+ who are wishing to improve their cardio, strength, balance and flexibility regardless of their current ability level. The program will be led by trained volunteers, who ensure the program is run in a safe manner. Classes can be done seated or standing. Don’t want to exercise alone? Join the instructor virtually from our Centre in room 205.

Tuesday and Thursday | Sept 19th to Dec 19th 2023 | 10:00am to 11:00am | Hybrid In Person and Zoom | FREE

Belleville Public Library Board presents the second author in our 2023 Fall Author Series: Y.S. Lee 

An emerging poet, Y.S. Lee is also the author of the acclaimed YA historical mystery series, The Agency, and we are eagerly anticipating the 2024 publication of her debut picture book, Mrs. Nobody. Join us and hear Lee read from her latest work. ​

To register call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. Drop ins are welcome, but we encourage you to register if you'd like to receive notifications and updates.