A Crafter’s Dream: ARTISANity Show and Sale Hits Peterborough Square
/Spring is in the air, and with it the return of Spring ARTISANity 2023 from April 28 to 29.
photo courtesy of the ARTISAN centre.
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First Peterborough County Makerspace Opens at Selwyn Public Library In Lakefield
/The first Makerspace in Peterborough County opens at the Lakefield branch of the Selwyn Public Library (SPL) with help from the Ontario Trillium Foundation on Friday.
Photo by Felicia Massey.
Makerspace is a place for all ages and skill levels to craft, create, explore technology and share skills using high-tech to no-tech tools.
Appointments must be made to use the space and can be pre-booked on their website.
Everything from vinyl signage to 3D printing can be crafted using equipment such as the Ultimaker S3 or the Cricut.
A $78,200 Resilient Communities Fund grant through the Ontario Trillium Foundation funded the formation of the creative space, transforming SPL’s former Renewed Classics thrift shop into the Makerspace.
“When you look around this room at what has been done, they have taken $79,000 and they have probably added over $200,000 worth of value for the community,” said Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP.
Some renovations completed through the Trillium Resilient Communities grant include new paint/flooring and the conversion of an old vault into a podcasting suite. They were also able to get new furniture and a security system.
“For quite some time the board has received reports about the Makerspace,” said a 20-year SPL board member. “We weren’t really sure what it (Makerspace) was going to be and what it was going to look like but (the staff) have done a tremendous job with $79,000.”
The SPL Makerspace is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Local Gift Under $25 For The Little Artist
/Do you have little ones to shop for that love to draw, colour, paint etc?! Well look no further! You'll find great stuff at Gerri's Arts and Crafts located in the lower level of Peterborough Square—or head out to their second location at 2075 Davis Road.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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Here's A Bunch Of Peterborough Christmas Trees
/The Christmas season is in full swing in Peterborough. One of the top yearly traditions that everyone can get involved with is the decorating of the Christmas tree. People get right into it, and often times you can learn a lot about someone by watching them work. Whether you’re a purist who only works with real trees or someone who likes the simplicity of a fake one, the results are always impressive. Here are Christmas tree pictures people in the Peterborough community sent us. —Aaron Elliott
Whoops, Elf on the Shelf knocked it over?
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Let's Get Crafty: 8th Annual Focus Fair At The Spill This Weekend
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PTBO Slideshow From Grand Opening Of Kawartha Potters Guild
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This weekend marked the grand opening of the Kawartha Potters Guild new permanent location at 993 Talwood Drive. The 4,000 square foot space offers studio space for rent, a variety of classes and an upcoming Summer Day Camp (starting July 8th).
The Mayor himself showed up for a ribbon cutting ceremony and a chance to make his own plate out of clay. He surprised everyone when he turned his ordinary bowl into a pie plate, which will be auctioned off at the YWCA Empty Bowls event on June 21st. Drop on in to see and purchase work from local potters, or consider attending a class.
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Check Out Peterborough & The Kawarthas 2013 Experience Magazine
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You can pick up your copy (or send one to a friend) of the 2013 Peterborough & The Kawarthas 2013 Experience Magazine. Available for free at the Visitor Centre, the mag showcases events, places and activities to take part in locally. It is a great publication to promote tourism here in the area.
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Add A Red Pashmina To Your Holiday Gift List In Peterborough
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Help out an important cause and pick up a red pashmina for that special someone this holiday season. This Peterborough-based initiative partners with Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan, and proceeds from the sale of the red pashminas are directed to advancing education and educational opportunities for Afghan women and their families. To learn more about the Red Pashmina Campaign and how it empowers women there and locally, visit their website, Facebook or Twitter page. Pashminas can be purchased for $20 at Tango, Glow Maternity, The New Canadians Centre, YWCA, My Left Breast, The Benevolent Stranger, Joie de Vie and Sympathy for the Rebel.
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PTBOCanada Pics: Focus Fair At The Spill
/[UPDATED] Here's some photos of the Focus Fair at The Spill, which took place all weekend and included local artisans and bakers such as Jackson Creek Press, Lucky Jackson, Urban Tomato, Needle and Nest Design, Two Dishes Catering and a host of others.
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PTBOCanada Pics From The 30 Craft Market Featuring Local Artisans
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The 30 Craft Market was held Saturday (December 8th) downstairs at the Peterborough Public Library. Take a peek at some of the great items from local artisans that were showcased—all of which were under $30.
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