ABOUT TOWN: Brantford, Brant and area events

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MARCH

SENIORS GROUP: Woodman Seniors Group has had to relocate euchre and pepper games to Doug Snooks Community Centre Wednesdays at 1 p.m. $3 to play. Come out for competition and laughs.

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MEAL: Brant Naval Vets, 54 Wadsworth St. $15 half chicken dinner, mashed potatoes, gravy, hot veggie. March 24 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Order by noon on March 23. Eat in, drive through. Call Freda at 519-756-5294 or email [email protected]

MEAL: At South Brant Legion, 72 King St. N., Scotland, on March 24. Wings $12; dinner $14.

FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on March 24, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

ENTERTAINMENT: Voodoo Kingz, Friday, March 24, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Polish Hall, 154 Pearl St,, Brantford. Admission $5. Doors open at 5 p.m. Food available from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

OPEN MIC: With Sugar and Spice at the South Brant Legion on March 25 from 2 to 5 p.m.

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KARAOKE: With Gord Taite at Dunsdon Legion, 9 Tollgate Rd., Brantford, on March 25, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. No cover charge.

OPEN JAM: Held at the Teeterville Legion on Saturday, March 25, starting at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to bring an instrument or just come out and listen to the music. Free event held the Saturday of every month. The legion is located at 3890 Teeterville Road, Teeterville.  For more details call the legion at 519-443-5588 or visit www.teetervillebranch526.webs.com .

MONTHLY BREAKFAST: At South Brant Legion, 72 King St. N., Scotland, on March 26, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Adults $12, kids under 12 $7, preschoolers free.

MEAL: Roast beef supper, Burford Agricultural Hall, on Sunday, March 26 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Adults $20, children 12 and under $12, and preschoolers free. Takeout available. A fundraiser for Burford United Church.

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VOLUNTEERS: The Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead Committee will be hosting a volunteer recruitment evening on March 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. 359 Blue Lake Rd., St. George. 519-448-3873 or info@adelaidehoodless for more information.

DUC NEEDS YOU TO VOLUNTEER: Please join the Brantford Ducks Unlimited Committee at Sociable Kitchen and Tavern, 45 King George Rd., Brantford on Wednesday, March 29, 7-8 p.m. Happy hour (1st drink on them). Learn how you can help preserve Ontario’s wetlands. For more information call 519-759-8540 or email [email protected].

TRIVIA NIGHT: Join the Delhi & District Chamber of Commerce at its 17^th Annual Trivia Challenge Night that brings businesses and the community together while raising funds for the community. This fun competition will be held on Wednesday, March 29^{at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:15 p.m.) at the Delhi German Home. Entry fee is $100 per 4-person team and there are cash prizes of $350, $250 and $150 and door prizes. There will also be a cash bar, refreshments and food. Teams can register by contacting [email protected], [email protected] or online at www.delhichamber.ca. Get your tickets now to reserve your table.}

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SPRING FLING: Waterford Legion Senior Spring Fling will be held Thursday, March 30 from 2 to 4 p.m.  Reservations required. Call 519-443-7567.

WINGS AND THINGS: Wings & Things Pub Night will be held March 31 starting at 5 p.m. (until sold out) at the Teeterville Legion. Stay and enjoy karaoke by Sunset DJ & Karaoke. The legion is located at 3890 Teeterville Road, Teeterville.  For more details call the legion at 519-443-5588 or visit www.teetervillebranch526.webs.com .

ENTERTAINMENT: Thompson Road Band, Friday, March 31, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Polish Hall, 154 Pearl St,, Brantford. Admission $5. Doors open at 5 p.m. Food available from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

MEAL: Brant Naval Vets, 54 Wadsworth St., $15 ham and bacon/cheese scalloped potatoes, veggie and bun on March 31 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Order by noon on March 30. Call Freda at 519-756-5294 or email [email protected].

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FOOD SALES: Homemade cabbage rolls, cheese/potato pierogi, meatballs (large) available at the Polish Alliance Banquet Centre, 126 Albion St, Brantford, Friday March 31, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cash only. Please call or text 519-751-5192 or 519-750-4599. Walk-ins are welcome.

WINGS and KARAOKE: Waterford Legion will be offering wings on March 31 with orders being taken at 4:45 p.m. that day. Eat in or take out. Cost is $12 for wings, $4 for fries and $5 for onion wings. Bring your own bag for takeout. Karaoke will follow from 7-10 p.m. with music by JCS.

BOOKS: Brantford Symphony Orchestra will be holding an in-person Book Fair April 26-29 at 18 Spalding Dr. (off Colborne St. W.). Book donations will be accepted at that location starting (10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat., closed Easter weekend). For more information go to brantfordsymphony.ca/event/2023-bso-book-fair/ or call 519-759-8781.

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APRIL

EGG WORKSHOP: On April 1 the Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead will be hosting a Pysanky Egg Workshop from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Cost is $30 per person, Maximum of 30 attendees. A portion of the net profits will go to the Ukrainian Relief. Held at 359 Blue Lake Rd., St. George. To register, please contact [email protected] or call 519-448-3873 or 226-988-7013

ENTERTAINMENT: At the Dunsdon Legion, 9 Tollgate Road, Brantford, with Hwy 24 on April 1 from 7 to 10 p.m. Cost is $5 per person.

FISH AND CHIPS: At South Brant Legion, 72 King St. N., Scotland, on April 3, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost $12.

CONCERT: Quartetto Gelato – an unusual quartet – will perform at the Sanderson Centre on April 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the fourth concert in the Canadian Artists Series presented by The Brantford Music Club.  Accordion, cello, oboe and violin combine to create a dazzling display of musical mastery! Tickets are $30 for adults, $10 for students and free for children in Grade 8 and under. Call the box office at 519-758-8090. A complimentary reception follows the concert.

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WHAT’S NEW AT BRANT SPCA?: The Grand River Council on Aging invites you to join Alex Tindale, Brant County SPCA, for a session dedicated to animals. Learn about the programs the SPCA offers locally and how they work to support the health and wellness of our furry friends. April 5, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. To register for this free virtual workshop email [email protected].

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY:  Paris Horticultural Society is hosting its general monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 5 at the Paris Fairgrounds. Meeting starts with social time at 7 p.m. Guest speaker is Kevin Kavanagh, owner of South Coast Gardens and Consulting. His topic is “Rhododendrons and Azaleas”. Time to plan spring planting. This is a great opportunity to connect with other gardeners in your community. Guests and future members are invited.

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FOOD SALES (Easter bazaar): Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on April 7, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borsch, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

EASTER BUNNY:  The Easter Bunny will be in Paris on Friday, April 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Paris Optimist Club at 2 Elm St. The first 200 children will get a treat bag from the Easter Bunny. Bring your camera for pictures.

GOOD FRIDAY FISH FRY: April 7 Good Friday Fish Fry at Brant Naval Vets, 54 Wadsworth St, starting at 3 p.m. Eat-in only. Cost is $15 for1 piece of haddock loin, fries and coleslaw. Pre-purchased tickets only, available at Navy Club bar. No phone or e-mail orders for this meal.

EASTER AT ADDIE’S: On April 7, join the Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead for the 9th Annual Easter at Addie’s from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are available on Eventbrite to book your time slot. Egg hunt, crafts, games, and much more! A visit from the Easter Bunny will make the perfect photo op. Located at 359 Blue Lake Rd., St. George. For more information contact [email protected].

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ENTERTAINMENT: At the Dunsdon Legion, 9 Tollgate Road, Brantford with Music Trivia by Ross McGuinnes on April 8, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Contact [email protected] to register; no cover charge.

EASTER EGG HUNT:  Children’s Safety Village of Brant Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday April 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 407 Elgin Street, Brantford. Rain or shine. Call 519-720-6950 for more details.

GARDEN CLUB: Brantford Garden Club monthly meeting April 13, 7:30 pm, at new location, Lions Park Aud. Guest speaker-Cathy Nesbit, on the topic The Wonder of Worms. Everyone welcome.

MEAL: April 14, Brant Naval Vets, 54 Wadsworth St. $15 Cordon Bleu, roasted potatoes, coleslaw. Drive-through or eat-in from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Phone 519-756-5294 or e-mail [email protected] by Thursday noon.

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BEEF ON A BUN: Harmony United Church is having a beef on a kaiser take-out dinner on Friday, April 14. Three pick up times starting at 4:30 p.m. Dinner includes beef on a kaiser, Caesar salad and a dessert. Tickets are $15. Call the office to get yours 519-752-2912.

ENTERTAINMENT: At the Dunsdon Legion, 9 Tollgate Road, Brantford with Murray Williams Duo on April 15, 7 to 10 p.m. $5 a person. 

GET YOUR GARDEN READY: The Grand River Council on Aging invites you to join Taylor Edwards, the Greenhouse and Learning Centre coordinator with the Equal Grounds Community Gardens, to explore tips and tricks to get your gardens ready for spring. Discussion about best practices, planting timeline, and tips for easier maintenance throughout the season. April 19 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. To register for this free virtual workshop email [email protected].

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FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on April 21, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

ENTERTAINMENT:  At the Dunsdon Legion, 9 Tollgate Road, Brantford featuring karaoke with Gord Taite on April 22 from 7 to 11 p.m. No cover charge.

ENTERTAINMENT: At the Dunsdon Legion, 9 Tollgate Road, Brantford with The Fabulous 50s on April 29 from 7 to 10 p.m. $5 per person.

ONGOING

BRANTFORD STAMP CLUB: Meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from February to end of May. Meetings are at Branlyn Community Centre, 238 Brantwood Park Rd., Brantford. Doors open at 7 p.m. and meetings start at 8 p.m. All welcome.

FISH AND CHIPS: Every Thursday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Knights Hall, 12 Catharine Ave,, Brantford. Dine in or take out. 548-328-4031.

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SINGLES DANCES: Sundays, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., at the Polish Hall, 154 Pearl St., Brantford. Dress code in effect. Admission is $15 a person.

CARDS AT THE BECKETT: Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne St., Brantford, offers Wizard on Mondays, cribbage on Tuesdays and euchre on Thursdays. All card games start at 1p.m. Cost is $1 to drop in. Yearly membership required ($40 or $65 with parking). First visit complimentary. For more information, call 519-756-3261, ext. 5569, or email [email protected].

CONTRACT BRIDGE: At Beckett Recreation Centre, 219 Colborne St., Brantford, on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Cost is $1 to drop in. Yearly membership is required ($40 or $65 with parking). First visit complimentary. For more information, call 519-756-3261, ext. 5569, or email [email protected].

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FAITH SEWING GROUP: Makes machine-sewn blankets for community and area needs. New and nearly-new, clean cotton and flannel fabrics gratefully accepted. Arrange for drop off at Faith Lutheran Church, 57 Brant Ave., Brantford by calling the church office at 519-753-3833. Also, additional skilled sewers welcome.

MAY

FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on May 5, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on May 19, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

JUNE

FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on June 2, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on June 16, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.

FOOD SALES: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 100 Terrace Hill St., Brantford, on June 30, noon to 4 p.m. Potato perogies, cabbage rolls, meatballs, borscht, shish kebabs and sauerkraut.