Jason Wilkins and Peterborough Arts Collective Present Canvas Combat Event

The Peterborough Arts Collective (PAC) is hosting their first big event outside of the Jason Wilkins Factory; presenting the head-to-head artist battle ‘Canvas Combat’ on March 11.

Photo courtesy of Jason Wilkins.

From 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Farmhill Weddings and Events, 10 artists will battle it out in three 30-minute rounds of live painting.

PAC members and other community artists will also be showing work during the event, displayed on the exposed brick wall next to the combat zone.

“This is a really passion project of mine, and giving artist’s a platform that they can use to promote their work, sell their work and sort of elevate themselves as artists is kind of what the Arts Collective is all about,” says Wilkins. “Events like this really just bring that whole idea to the next level.”

The Peterborough Arts Collective, founded by local illustrator Jason Wilkins, is a group of multi-disciplinary artists from Peterborough working to better themselves and the community through art.  

PAC has gained momentum since it's inception in 2021. With community support, the group of artists continue to come together to make art and collaboration accessible to all.

Photo courtesy of Jason Wilkins.

Wilkins says five of the 10 spots are already spoken for, but those interested in battling or showing off their work can reach out to him via email.

Tickets are $75 dollars each, which includes one drink at the bar (or non-alcoholic beverage) and a personal charcuterie board (or vegan/vegetarian option), as well as travel to and from the venue by Pascal Bus Co., leaving from 188 Hunter St W. at 6:15 p.m. March 11, with two retiring trips downtown at different times throughout the evening. 

All pieces will be up for auction post-battle with 100% of the proceeds going to the artists.

During the rest of the month the collective hosts workshops, First Friday events, artist drop-ins and PAC meetings at the Jason Wilkins Factory. Those interested in learning more can call Jason, or drop in during business hours at Unit #7, 188 Hunter St W).

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Peterborough Lakers Auctioning Mann Cup Jerseys For Kawartha Food Share and Parkinson's Society

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are auctioning off their 2022 Mann Cup championship jerseys with proceeds being donated to Kawartha Food Share and the Parkinson’s Society announced on Wednesday night.

Photo courtesy of David Pickering and the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers.

The auction is being hosted online beginning on Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. and closing on Feb. 8 at 7 p.m.

It currently has 18 lots up for bid including jerseys from Robert Hope, Shawn Evans, Joe Resetarits, Thomas Hoggarth and more.

The Lakers beat the Langley Thunder in seven games to win their fourth-straight Mann Cup.

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Peterborough and the Kawarthas Home Builders Association Charity Auction Raises Over $19,000 with Local Habitat for Humanity

The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Home Builders Association (PKHBA) charity auction with Habitat for Humanity Peterborough and Kawartha Region raised over $19,000 with the help of local sponsors on Dec. 8.

Photo courtesy of PKHBA.

The funds and donations raised for affordable home ownership within the region made the 2022 fundraiser the most successful charity auction to date for PKHBA.

PKHBA plans to host another Charity Auction with Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region this year on Dec. 7.

A full list of donors and their donations can be found on the PKHBA website.

Donors and sponsors who are interested in participating in 2023 can email info@pkhba.com for more information.

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The Art Gallery of Peterborough to Host Online Auction to Support Local Artists

The Art Gallery of Peterborough (AGP) is hosting an online auction “It’s All About ART”, raising money in support of art and artists in the community.

File photo.

The AGP is investing funds raised into programs that bring contemporary art and education to the community.

‘It’s All About ART’ online auction provides an opportunity for individuals to build their art collection with original pieces while supporting living artists.

“Communities need art now more than ever,” says Celeste Scopelites, AGP director. “Help the Art Gallery of Peterborough continue to make ground-breaking exhibitions, engaging programs and invaluable educational opportunities accessible to everyone.”

A preview exhibition of the auction between Oct. 8 to Nov. 6 at the gallery offers the chance to see all the work and prepare to place bids as the auction opens on Oct. 21 at midnight. The preview exhibition access code is ALLABOUTART2022.

All auction items close at 9 p.m. on Nov. 5.

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