Town Crier Activities

For the City (so far):

· introduction of Lieutenant-Governors The Honourable Hilary M. Weston and David C. Onley
· over 30 Official Heritage Designations
· Canada Day festivities and other festivals
· fundraising activities
· Welland Canal Opening Days
· twinning ceremonies with Lockport, NY (in both places)
· opening of new City Hall
· grounded breaking & opening for community centre
· Thorold Mural Committee unveiling
· Mel Swart/Lake Gibson Conservation Area rededication
· opening of Niagara Regional Circle Route
· events at Lock 7 Tourist Centre
· representation at Town Crier competitions local, Provincial and North American
· duties at festivals in numerous other communities
· helping to lead Thorold Santa Claus Parade, St. Catharines Santa Claus Parade, Merritton Labour Day Parade, Kitchener/Waterloo Oktoberfest Parade,Niagara Grape & Wine Parade, Dunville Mudcat Festival Parade, Welland Rose Parade
· welcoming the Olympic Torch Run to Thorold

Crier Trivia Although basically they seem to be the same, there is a difference between a "meet and greet" and a competition, although you might not readily see it if you are there as an observer. The first is a demonstration of Town Crying, whereas the second is a scored event, with judges determining the recipients of awards for the best job overall. And the best Town Crier is not the one that shouts the loudest. There are a number of aspects that are rated, such as comportment, cry content, delivery, and use of the attention-getting device. Points are deducted for going over the word count (or under) and adding or subtracting from the cry as it is being read.

For Organizations & Individuals
    (prices available upon request):

· conferences & conventions
· board meetings
· retirement parties
· birthdays
· weddings
· parties
· reunions, etc.


Where You'll Find Me

2012 Events (so far):