2011 Season Opening Events at Niagara Parks
For Immediate Release
March 16, 2011
Season Opening Events at Niagara Parks
Niagara Falls, ON – The Niagara Parks Commission (NPC) is pleased to announce a new season of exciting events to help launch the 2011 tourism season. NPC staff have been working hard over the past several weeks to re-beautify the Parks and get it ready to welcome all those who will be visiting its sites, gardens and attractions this year.
A formal news conference will be held on April 29 to provide additional details on the opening launch weekend and other fun-filled events to be held during the upcoming tourism year. “This launch weekend is our opportunity to extend an invitation to all those considering a visit to Niagara,” said NPC Chair Fay Booker, “We want people to know that there is more to do and see in Niagara and in Niagara Parks, and we want everyone to be inspired by the experiences they have while they’re here”.
Upcoming launch events to include:
Friday, April 29
Media Conference including Niagara Parks Police Announcement
Official announcement of opening weekend events and additional activities to take place in the 2011 season. Join us and see NPC’s finest in their new ceremonial uniforms and help us celebrate a new “welcomed addition” to their force. Media advisory to be issued closer to event date.
Saturday, April 30 from 9 – 11 a.m.
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens Perennial Plant Sale
Come and spend the day at the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens and School of Horticulture. If you have a green thumb, take part in the school’s plant sale and choose from a variety of plants, all propagated at the Botanical Gardens. NPC staff and Master Gardener volunteers will be on-site to answer questions. Quantities are limited, so come early!
Saturday, April 30 from 1 – 3 p.m.
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens & School of Horticulture Gardening Program:
“Early Spring Woodland Flowers”
Join Lorne Fast, NPC Curator of Collections and Instructor at the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture, as he tours the Woodland Garden at the Botanical Gardens to discover many native woodland plants in their spring glory. Learn about their native habitats as well as how to grow these special plants in your garden. For information and to reserve your space, please contact Leslie Foster: lfoster@niagaraparks.com
(905) 356-8554 x 242.
Sunday, May 1
Niagara Parks Community Day and Car-Free Sunday
Come and enjoy the launch of the season as Niagara Parks offers discounted admissions and parking with a portion of the proceeds raised going to support the GNGH Foundation & Walker Family Cancer Centre’s It’s Our Time campaign.
Hear the roar of the Falls like never before as the Niagara Parkway between Clifton Hill & Murray St. will also be closed to vehicular traffic in support of a request by the Niagara Falls Trails & Bikeway Committee.
Sunday, May 1 from 1 – 4 p.m.
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens & School of Horticulture Gardening Program:
“Shrub Pruning (Part 2)”
In this advanced pruning class, Darrell Bley, Curator and Instructor at the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture will demonstrate and teach more advanced techniques of pruning a wide variety of woody shrubs. Participants are encouraged to bring their own pruning tools and to come dressed for the weather. For information and to reserve your space, please contact Leslie Foster: lfoster@niagaraparks.com
(905) 356-8554 x 242.
The Niagara Parks Commission, an Agency of the Government of Ontario since 1885, operates to preserve and enhance Niagara Falls and the Niagara River Corridor for the enjoyment of visitors, all while remaining financially self-sufficient.
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For more information, please visit www.niagaraparks.com or contact:
Tony Baldinelli
Communications Manager
tbaldinelli@niagaraparks.com
(905) 371-0837