The department of recreation, culture, and wellness develops vibrant and dynamic cultural projects and programs. With our partners, our goal is to develop a creative community and a place of discovery, learning and exploration for all residents and visitors. Learn more by viewing our Cultural Master Plan and our many Festivals and Events.
Recreational programming and facility rentals will be gradually reintroduced this fall. Keep an eye on the website and the Town's social media pages for updates and announcements. Alternatively, you can call 905-892-2607 x347
| Connected Coffee House - October 2020 | |
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The Connected Coffee House showcases 12 Niagara area performers and connects them virtually with the community. This four part series released throughout October can be enjoyed virtually across Niagara. Hosted by local comedian David Green, each episode features three performers who will be sharing their talents in a traditional coffee house style. Watch for up and coming talent and local favourites ranging from comedy to music and everything in between in this Connected Coffee House series!
Call for Performers! Now Closed. Share your talent! We are looking for Niagara performers, from comedy to poetry to music to juggling or anything in between! All filming segments will take place with all COVID-19 precautions as per Niagara Region Public Health. Applications must be submitted before midnight on September 13th to be considered. Applications are now closed.
Since moving from Nottingham to Niagara Falls, British comedian David Green has established himself as a rising star in the Canadian entertainment industry. With numerous TV and festival appearances under his belt, this award winning performer is a sought after corporate entertainer! A multi-talented performer, David is the host of the award winning talk show “Live on Queen with David Green” as well as the "Hilarity in the Horseshoe" TV Show which airs on Cogeco YourTV. He has written, starred and directed two short films and multiple music videos. As a writer he is the recipient of the Culture Capital of Canada Literary Arts Award.
Thank you to our event sponsor - PSI Niagara
This event is made possible with the funding support from the Niagara Investment in Culture Program provided by the Niagara Region.
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| Theatre Series - Proceeding Virtually | |
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All shows are held in the Dr. Gary & Mall Accursi Room
SAY IT! On Stage - Proceeding Virtually due to COVID-19 Seniors and Youth Intergenerational Theatre For more information, please visit: https://www.sayitonstage.com/
**Due to COVID-19 participants have been meeting virtually through Zoom to continue to connect and develop a new project, watch for more about this exciting and creative approach to meeting the goals of this program**
The Town of Pelham is creating a designated space for seniors in the Meridian Community Centre. SAY IT! On Stage. “SAY IT” stands for “Seniors and Youth Intergenerational Theatre”. It is a program designed to strengthen connections and encourage collaboration between teens and their elders. The Town of Pelham, E.L. Crossley High School, and community volunteers will be apart of this exciting creative process that will finish in the performance of an original dramatic production in Fall 2020. Performance Date is to be determined. Through intergenerational conversation circles, senior participants will have the opportunity to share anecdotes and experiences from their lives; these stories will provide the foundation for a stage play that will be produced and performed by both youth and senior participants. This initiative also seeks to showcase the broad range of talents and passions individuals bring to the project – music, dance, visual arts, crafts, trades. Our aim is to involve the community of Pelham in all of its diversity, including Indigenous presence and storytelling approaches. We hope you will join us in this artistic endeavour.
Theatre Development Conversation Circles:
Goals of the Project:
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| Public art can be defined as visual art, permanent or temporary, that is accessible to the public. The art should be aesthetic, may be functional as well as free standing or integrated into a site. The art should be commissioned, purchased or donated to the Town of Pelham in a process that is supported by the Public Art Policy.
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| Pelham Big Band Dance Night – Featuring the Jimmy Marando Swing Band - Cancelled due to COVID-19 | |
| Pelham Big Band Dance Night Featuring the Jimmy Marando Swing Band runs the third Tuesday of every month in the Accursi Room at the Meridian Community Centre.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the band plays from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Donations are welcome for the band. Bar & food services available; food service is cash only. *Free admission |
About your Connected Coffee House Host: David Green
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