PHOTOS: The Tiffany Show's International Women's Day Party

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Host of The Tiffany Show Tiffany Arcari hosted her third annual International Women’s Day Party on Sunday; celebrating local women, uplifting their stories and collecting menstrual products for the Period Promise initiative.

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Celebrate International Women’s Day in the City of Peterborough

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City of Peterborough residents are invited to an event to recognize and celebrate International Women’s Day at City Hall on March 7.

Photo by david tuan bui.

International Women’s Day, which is held annually on March 8, is dedicated to acknowledging the achievements, contributions and leadership of women and girls. 

Mayor Jeff Leal has issued a proclamation in support of International Women’s Day.  

“International Women's Day is a day to celebrate achievements, leadership and resilience of women and girls in our community and around the world. It is an opportunity to recognize the countless ways women contribute to our families, workplaces and neighbourhoods, often while overcoming barriers and inequities,” Mayor Jeff Leal said. 

The day begins with a rally and march that begins at City Hall (500 George St. N.) at 11:30 a.m.  

City Councillor Joy Lachica will read the International Women’s Day proclamation. The rally will also include drumming from the group Naandewegaan (Healing with Drums) and a poem from Peterborough’s Poet Laureate, Ziysah.  

The rally will be followed by a march downtown with an afternoon of activities in Friends of the Library Community Room at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N.) Events include music, light refreshments and a discussion with Kat Owens from the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund.  

The Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre, the Kawartha World Issues Centre and the YWCA Peterborough Haliburton have also organized events on March 7.

All events are free to attend, though registration for the events at the library is encouraged. Registration can be done online.

"This day invites us to reflect on the work that remains to advance fairness, inclusion and equal opportunity for all. By marking International Women’s Day, we reaffirm the importance of recognizing women’s contributions, amplifying their voices and continuing efforts toward a more equitable future for current and future generations,” said City Councillor Joy Lachica. 

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The Tiffany Show’s International Women’s Day Event Returns March 8

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The Tiffany Show’s 3rd annual International Women’s Day Party event returns to inspire and uplift local women at The Venue March 8.

Photo by Felicia Massey.

The event aims to celebrate local women, share authentic stories and foster connection, confidence and empowerment.

Host of the Tiffany Show Tiffany Arcari announced prizes, partnerships and vendors for the event at a press conference Friday.

@ptbo_canada @The Tiffany Show’s 3rd annual International Women’s Day event is back; celebrating women in our community on March 8th at @The Venue! 🩷🚺 The free event has limited tickets still available, for more information visit ptbocanada .com #ptbocanada #internationalwomensday ♬ original sound - PTBOCanada

Event attendees are encouraged to bring a menstrual product donation as the United Way’s Period Promise aims to collect 25,000 menstrual products for Kawartha Food Share. Arcari says her own health issues encouraged her involvement in this initiative.

“I remember thinking ‘thank God I can afford period underwear, diva cups, ultra tampons and ultra pads because these things are not inexpensive,’” reflected Arcari. “‘What do women that do not have funds and access to resources do?’”

arcari unveiled her event’s partnership with the united way’s period promise, aiming to combat period poverty in our community. Photo by Felicia Massey.

Last year’s event hosted hundreds and shared stories from local women that inspired and uplifted attendees.

The event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and limited tickets are still available online.

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Municipal Job Fair To Take Place This Thursday at Healthy Planet Arena

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A municipal job fair highlighting employment opportunities for job seekers in the City and County of Peterborough will be held on Jan. 22 at the Healthy Planet Arena.

photo courtesy of peterborough county, facebook.

Anyone interested in learning about employment opportunities in the area is invited to drop in throughout the day to discuss jobs at several municipalities, including the City of Peterborough, Peterborough County, Selwyn Township, Township of Cavan Monaghan, City of Kawartha Lakes and Municipality of Trent Lakes.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Healthy Planet Arena (911 Monaghan Rd.)

Prospective applicants are encouraged to check the website of each municipality for current job postings and to learn more about the application process.  

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TELUS Cup Ticket Packages Go On Sale On Tuesday

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The City of Peterborough is releasing the TELUS Cup ticket package starting this Tuesday, which includes one ticket for each of the tournament’s 19 games.  

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Early Bird pricing packages are $130 to attend every game. Ticket package prices will increase once single ticket sales begin in early 2026. The TELUS Cup will take place from April 20 to 26 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.  

Fans who buy ticket packages early will automatically be entered into a raffle to win a prize package.  

Prize packages include:  

  • One camper spot to Canadian Hockey Enterprise Christmas Camp at the Miskin Law Community Complex on December 29, 30 and 31, for ticket packages purchased before Dec. 19 

  • Two tickets to the OHL Top Prospects Game on January 14, for ticket packages purchased before Jan.9 

  • Petes Prize Pack, for ticket packages purchased before Jan. 30 

  • Two tickets to The Offspring on Feb. 17, for ticket packages purchased before Feb. 13 

  • Two tickets to the Rock Orchestra by Candlelight on March 17, for ticket packages purchased before Feb. 27 

School packages are available for educators. Tickets for school packages are $5 per seat, per game.  Educators can contact the Memorial Centre box office at 705-745-3561 or email MemCentre@peterborough.ca for more information on school packages.

The TELUS Cup is bringing some of the nation’s top U18 players to Peterborough for six days of fast-paced, high-calibre hockey, showcasing the next generation of Canada's hockey talent.  

The U18 AAA Peterborough Junior Petes will be among the six teams competing for the national title, making their national championship debut on home ice. 

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City of Peterborough to Host National Youth Week Events This May

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The City of Peterborough will host a variety of events for National Youth Week from May 1 to 7, in partnership with community organizations. 

photo courtesy of the city of peterborough.

National Youth Week is a movement that celebrates youth and their active participation in their community. 

Free events for youth 10 to 19 years of age will be hosted at the Peterborough Museum and Archives, Peterborough Public Library, Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre and Downtown Youth Space. 

The exciting schedule is the result of collaboration with the New Canadian Centre, Artspace and City program areas. The Peterborough Youth Council played an important part organizing some of the events. 

“The pandemic and extensive use of electronics in our daily lives have had a dramatic impact on our face-to-face social interactions, physical activity, and mental health. Please join in all the fun that National Youth Week has to offer. Meet new friends, try new healthy activities, get involved in your community,” said Councillor Lesley Parnell, Chair of the City’s Youth Commission.

For further information, please email Ellen at estewart@peterborough.ca, or call/text 705-927-7046.

For the full list of events and details, visit the City’s website.

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Photos: The Fourth Annual Peterborough VegFest Flourishes Despite Heavy Rain

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There were 38 vendors and waves of people that hit up the fourth annual Peterborough VegFest at Millennium Park on Sunday.

Despite the heavy rain, Peterborough braved the harsh weather to enjoy vegan-friendly and local food and product vendors. The event provided entertainment with seven local musicians such as Irish Millie and Steelburner & Suns. Free activities such as take-out poetry and a cooking course were offered at the vegan festival.

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Two Alpacas Took To The Streets Of Peterborough To Spread Joy And Celebrate 'Frozen Too Snowy Adventures' At Woolley Wonderland Farms

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Karen Wooley of Woolley Wonderland Farm in Lakehurst took to the streets of Peterborough with her two alpacas in tow to promote ‘Frozen Too Snowy Adventures’.

Karen Woolley, owner, brought alpacas Sniper and Kodiak are nine-year-old brothers to promote their upcoming ‘Frozen Too Adventures’. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Woolley says their farm usually visits schools, seniors homes, birthday parties etc. through ‘Critter Visits’ though due to COVID they have not been able to do so.

“It’s been so slow, I’ve just been scratching me head asking ok how do I get people to come to me,” she said. “So I took my alpacas for a walk through East City.”

Woolley says people approached her on the street with tears in their eyes saying they needed to see something like this, with all that’s going on in the world.

“People needed to see something strange, and fun that would make them laugh on a Friday,” said Woolley. “Joy is what we bring and it doesn’t need to make sense.”

Woolley, along with Kodiak and Sniper the alpacas, were promoting ‘Frozen Too Snowy Adventures’ being hosted at Wooley Wonderland Farms.

‘Frozen Too Adventures’, inspired by Frozen the popular children’s movie, will allow visitors to meet characters from the film.

Queen Elsa will be there ready to pose with those wanting a photo, with Kristoff on scene with his reindeer (pony) for sleigh rides.

Sven and Olaf will hang out in the Snow Zone ready for some games.

Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post will feature mini cows, donkeys, goats, ducks, chickens, sheep and alpacas to pet.

Due to COVID restrictions and wanting to keep families safe visitors must book a time slot to attend. For full details and to purchase a pass click here.

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2020 Taste Of Downtown Has Been Cancelled Due To Covid-19 Crisis

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With the uncertainty around Covid-19 and timelines around this physical distancing phase, the popular downtown event Taste of Downtown has been cancelled for 2020.

Taste of Downtown was scheduled for Saturday, June 6th on Charlotte Street. The event typically features more than 20 local restaurants, live entertainment, a beer garden, and family activities. The event will return to Charlotte Street on June 5th, 2021.

File photo courtesy DBIA

“The most important thing right now is that people look after themselves, stay safe, and stay home,” says Terry Guiel, Executive Director of the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area. “Rest assured, when we get through this crisis and it’s safe to hold events again, we’re going to host a big party downtown and everyone’s invited.”

In the meantime, if you still want a taste of what the downtown has to offer, check out their list of downtown eateries that are open for takeout and delivery here.  

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