Hamilton City Magazine

27/01/2024

ICYMI:
A life of music: It was the sax solo on a Supertramp record that made Astrid Hepner fall in love with the tenor sax. Then she discovered jazz and never looked back.

ASTRID HEPNER was born in England and grew up near Cologne, Germany. She experimented with a variety of musical instruments until she found her instrument, the saxophone. It was the sax solo on the Supertramp record Breakfast in America that made her fall in love with the tenor sax. Then she discove...

25/01/2024

ICYMI:
All but food perfect: Hamilton is a city blessed with great food and dining Districts. Here we feature downtown Dundas.

Hamilton is a city blessed with great food and dining districts. Here, we feature downtown Dundas. If you’re a certain age you may recall people being referred to as an “old coot,” implying that they were silly, an oddball. The Oxford Dictionary suggests that the expression is linked to the so...

23/01/2024

ICYMI:
2023 may be one of the most significant years for the environment in in a very long time, bringing much to be proud of, writes urban environmentalist Jason Allen.

We’ve come to the end of what may be one of the most significant years for the environment in Hamilton in a very long time. At the end of August, I received an invitation to gather with some friends on the patio of the West Town on Locke Street. The celebration? The province had just

20/01/2024

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:
If you dream of spring while pouring over seed catalogues, Seedy Saturday on Feb. 3 is perfect for you, says Jason Allen.

Mark your calendars – Feb. 3. Seedy Saturday by Green Venture is an opportunity to swap seeds with other gardeners, buy from small companies and share passion for gardeners. If you’re a gardener, there is a part of the depths of winter you always look forward to. Not the holidays, although those...

18/01/2024

UPDATED WEEKLY!
Grand Horizons at Dundas Little Theatre, an afternoon with artist Kareem-Anthony Ferreira at the DVSA, the music of Queen at the HPO, and Uncle Vanya at Theatre Aquarius are just some of the things happening this weekend in and .

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/things-to-do-in-hamilton-burlington/

Dundas Little Theatre
Dundas Valley School of Art
Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
McMaster Museum of Art
Theatre Aquarius

We are spoiled for things to see and do in and . HAMILTON CITY Magazine helps you keep up with it all. Think of us as your plugged-in friend who knows all the cool stuff happening around town! Get out and enjoy – and tell them HCM sent you!

17/01/2024

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE!
Check out our list of many restaurants that arrived in HamOnt and BurlOn in 2023, as well as some about to arrive and others that have closed their doors.

Here's a list of what has come, gone and changed in Hamilton and Burlington in 2023, along with some glimpses of what's launching in 2024. It has been a turbulent time in the restaurant business and the waters could be getting choppier. The restaurant game is always risky but the lingering effects o...

15/01/2024

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:
A new mural in the Hamilton Farmers' Market by artist John Godfrey was printed by a massive inkjet printer. Check out the videos!

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/new-mural-printed-at-hamilton-farmers-market/

Hamilton Farmers' Market
Hamilton Arts Council

The mural compresses time, says Godfrey, also drawing on what the market means to him. He and his family can walk to the York Boulevard market from their Corktown home. He and his wife moved to the city 10 years ago when they knew they wanted to buy something more than a “shoebox-sized condo in

13/01/2024

ICYMI:
Three Hamilton bar bands to watch in 2024: Heather Valley and the Current State, Wreckless Harbour and Checkerboard Floors frequently play local bars and breweries and offer a fantastic show for their audiences.

Heather Valley and the Current State, Wreckless Harbour and Checkerboard Floors frequently play local bars and breweries and offer a fantastic show for their audiences. Is there a more enjoyable way to spend an afternoon or evening than with some good local craft brews (or other beverage of choice)....

11/01/2024

UPDATED WEEKLY!
Uncle Vanya at Theatre Aquarius, a new Haudenosaunee group exhibition at the McMaster Museum of Art and a hopping lineup at The Casbah are on this weekend in and BurlOn. If you've got an event you'd like to share, email [email protected]!

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/things-to-do-in-hamilton-burlington/

The Casbah
McMaster Museum of Art
Theatre Aquarius
Dundas Little Theatre
Dundas Valley School of Art
Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra

We are spoiled for things to see and do in and . HAMILTON CITY Magazine helps you keep up with it all. Think of us as your plugged-in friend who knows all the cool stuff happening around town! Get out and enjoy – and tell them HCM sent you!

09/01/2024

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:
music luminary Ardyth Brott has been appointed to the Order of Canada.

Hamilton music leader joins her late husband, conductor Boris Brott, in being recognized with one of the country's highest honour. One of the new members of the Order of Canada is Hamilton music luminary Ardyth Brott. Governor General Mary Simon announced 78 new appointments to one of Canada's highe...

08/01/2024

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06/01/2024

ICYMI:
It takes a village to raise a child, the old adage goes, but where does one find a village these days? That’s where Mamaraderie (rhymes with camaraderie) comes in. Mamaraderie is a platform for moms building networks online and in real life.

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Mamaraderie

Hamilton entrepreneurs create online platform for moms of all kinds to forge friendships, support networks and community. It takes a village to raise a child, the old adage goes, but where does one find a village these days? That’s where Mamaraderie (rhymes with camaraderie) comes in. The online p...

04/01/2024

ICYMI:
Harrison Kennedy is still making beautiful music. He spoke with Jamie Tennant about his storied career and what’s to come.

We look back on blues legend Harrison Kennedy’s storied career, and look ahead at what’s to come.

02/01/2024

ICYMI: A home like no other:
Supported housing provider Options for Independent Living and Development is a labour of life and love for mother and son Kathleen Ward and Michael Power.

Supported housing provider Options for Independent Living and Development is a labour of life and love for mother and son Kathleen Ward and Michael Power. They are determined to fight for the future of their George Street family. Whenever developers come to poke around the connected stretch of state...

23/12/2023

Happy holidays from all of us at HCM! We are taking a short break and will be closed until January 2nd - see you in the new year Hamilton!

22/12/2023

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:
Artists and arts organization have until Jan. 7 to apply for up to $4,000 in funding to participate as a signature event at the 10th annual Hamilton Arts Week returning June 5 to 14.

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/hamilton-arts-week-accepting-applications-for-signature-events/

Hamilton Arts Council
City of Hamilton

10th annual Hamilton Arts Council event taking place June 5-14 with events across the city. The 10th annual Hamilton Arts Week returns June 5 to 14 and is now accepting applications from artists and arts organizations to participate as signature events. Applicants can request between $500 to $4,000,...

22/12/2023

ATTENTION LAST MINUTE SHOPPERS!
Click the link to view our ULTIMATE GIFT GUIDE - featuring gift ideas from local artisans, creators and businesses. Shop local this holiday season!

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/gift-guide-home-for-the-holidays/

21/12/2023

EXCLUSIVE ONLINE CONTENT:

You have just a few chances left to see the remarkable Pollyanna The Musical at Theatre Aquarius. It's a true holiday treat!

Hear what audiences are saying and just what this production means to the cast of this world premiere in a video produced by Hamilton City Magazine. We are so proud of this behind-the-scenes project that shines a spotlight on the talent, creativity, artistry, craftsmanship and plain old hard work that goes into producing professional theatre.

21/12/2023

UPDATED WEEKLY!
Enjoy the annual tradition of the JR DiGS Acoustic Christmas, the final performances of Pollyanna The Musical, the spectacle of Winter Wonders at the RBG, Burlington's Festilval of Lights and Christmas at Dundurn Castle this Christmas Eve weekend! and

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/things-to-do-in-hamilton-burlington/

JR Digs
Pollyanna The Musical
Royal Botanical Gardens
Burlington Festival of Lights
Dundurn Castle
YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford
The Burlington Performing Arts Centre

We are spoiled for things to see and do in and . HAMILTON CITY Magazine helps you keep up with it all. Think of us as your plugged-in friend who knows all the cool stuff happening around town! Get out and enjoy – and tell them HCM sent you!

19/12/2023

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:
Steve Strongman and local friends Tomi Swick, Harrison Kennedy and Dave Rave delivered a rocking holiday show that kicks off the work of the newly formed Escarpment Blues Society. music holidays

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/steve-strongman-and-local-guests-rock-holiday-show/

Steve Strongman Music
Tomi Swick

The Juno award-winning Hamilton musician is a founding board member of the newly formed Escarpment Blues Society that will promote and support local blues and roots music. What an evening of great music Steve Strongman delivered at his 12th annual holiday party. The Dec. 2 show, a great kickoff to t...

19/12/2023

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:

's public relations ranks vastly outnumbers reporters in this city and that's bad news, says one of those PR pros. Jay Robb says supporting The Hamilton Spectator is a 'crucible moment' for Hamilton. We couldn't agree more.

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/calling-for-a-miracle-for-local-journalism/

The Hamilton Spectator

Hamilton's public relations ranks vastly outnumbers reporters in this city and that's bad news, says one of those PR pros. Jay Robb says supporting The Hamilton Spectator is a 'crucible moment' for Hamilton. Editor’s note: This piece by Jay Robb originally appeared in The Hamilton Spectator on Oct...

18/12/2023

The Hamilton Arts Council has handed out awards in five categories to authors. Check out the winners here.

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/hamilton-literary-awards-announces-winners/

Hamilton Arts Council

16/12/2023

ICYMI:
‘This is theatre, baby!’: Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts offers theatre, dance, music, and visual arts classes, workshops and camps for children, teens and adults, along with performance opportunities.
Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts

Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts offers theatre, dance, music, and visual arts classes, workshops and camps for children, teens and adults, along with performance opportunities. In the attic of the Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts, Jay Watson hooks her thumbs through her jeans, puts on a top hat...

16/12/2023

Hamilton City Magazine calls Pollyanna The Musical a "wonderfully comforting dose of nostalgia"

It's on stage until December 23!

Tickets: https://bit.ly/3udsKNm

Season Sponsor: Donna Patterson
Title Sponsor: LiUNA Local 837

📷 Emily Watt (Pollyanna) and Adam Brazier (John Pendleton)
Photo by Dahlia Katz

Set and Costume design by Cory Sincennes
Lighting design by Jareth Li

15/12/2023

The three original HCM founders and their spouses had a great time at our second annual holiday party at Aberdeen Tavern celebrating a hugely successful year.

15/12/2023

The big day is almost here! Click the link to view our ULTIMATE GIFT GUIDE - featuring gift ideas from local artisans, creators and businesses. Shop local this holiday season!

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/gift-guide-home-for-the-holidays/

14/12/2023

UPDATED WEEKLY!
Holiday performances by Sinfonia Ancaster, Theatre Ancaster Chorus, the HPO and Bach Elgar Choir, A La Mode Choir and Hamilton Concert Band are cued up this weekend in and !

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/things-to-do-in-hamilton-burlington/

Sinfonia Ancaster
Churchill Park Clubhouse
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre
Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
Bach Elgar Choir
The Music Hall HamOnt
Pollyanna The Musical
Glendale Secondary School
Royal Botanical Gardens
Downtown Dundas BIA
Cotton Factory
Dundurn Castle

We are spoiled for things to see and do in and . HAMILTON CITY Magazine helps you keep up with it all. Think of us as your plugged-in friend who knows all the cool stuff happening around town! Get out and enjoy – and tell them HCM sent you!

12/12/2023

Pollyanna The Musical is two and a half hours of joy and wonder. Check out our review and cast pictures here!

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/pollyanna-the-musical-the-digital-diaries/

Theatre Aquarius
Pollyanna The Musical

HAMILTON CITY Magazine lifts the curtain on bringing this world premiere to the stage at Theatre Aquarius. Through unprecedented access to the creative team, cast and production crew, we are documenting the blood, sweat, tears and hard work that go into getting to opening night. Pollyanna The Musica...

09/12/2023

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE:

When only the most perfect memory or experience will do, you can give the gift of must-see shows, creative studio time, thoughtful subscriptions or the glories of local nature.

https://hamiltoncitymagazine.ca/wrap-up-experiences-this-gift-giving-season/

Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
Empire Make Space
Hamilton Conservation Authority
Royal Botanical Gardens
Creative Insight Pottery
Westdale Theatre
Theatre Ancaster
Tree Top Trekking
Art Gallery of Hamilton
Theatre Aquarius
Grain And Grit Beer Co

From must-see shows and creative studio time to thoughtful subscriptions and the glories of local nature, there are plenty of ways to show your love to friends and family with events, adventures and learning opportunities. We Are the Champions Experience the power and glory of Queen's iconic music p...

09/12/2023

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE CONTENT:
2023 is coming to an end and it may be one of the most significant years for the environment in in a very long time, bringing much to be proud of, writes urban environmentalist Jason Allen.

We’ve come to the end of what may be one of the most significant years for the environment in Hamilton in a very long time. At the end of August, I received an invitation to gather with some friends on the patio of the West Town on Locke Street. The celebration? The province had just