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Ennismore Seniors Skating Remain Free After Continued Sponsorship
/The Township of Selwyn is maintaining free Seniors Skating at the Ennismore Community Centre, following the continuation of sponsorship by Swish Maintenance and Blue Diamond Window Cleaning.
Photo courtesy of teh Township of Selwyn.
Seniors Skating will be held every Monday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (except holidays) at the Ennismore Community Centre, beginning Monday until March 27.
This program is free of charge for everyone aged 55 and over.
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Ennismore Community Centre Receives Over $930,000 In Funding For Resurfacing From Ontario Government
/The Ontario government is investing $931,750 to replace the floor at the Ennismore Community Centre, announced on Friday morning.
CSRIF is a key part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario workers, businesses and families by unleashing the economy and getting more shovels in the ground, with a historic $200 billion investment to build highways, hospitals, transit, schools and other critical infrastructure across the province. Photo courtesy of Peterborough County.
The investment is part of the province’s $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF). The initiative helps communities revitalize local facilities, grow the economy and promote active, healthy living across Ontario according to Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP
“This investment in the Ennismore Community Centre is absolutely fantastic news for families in Selwyn Township,” he said. “It's more than just replacing a 54-year-old ice surface; it's about securing the future of a vital community hub. This funding ensures that local sports teams, recreational skaters, and community groups will continue to have a modern, safe, and accessible facility for decades to come. Our government is proud to make these kinds of direct investments that strengthen our communities and support active, healthy living right here at home.”
The project will include replacing the 54-year-old, 180-foot by 80-foot concrete slab floor, refrigeration piping and ice rink chiller. The arena has hosted sporting groups, youth leagues, recreational skaters and community organizations since its construction.
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Ennismore U15 Athletics Qualify For Nationals After Fourth-Place Finish At Provincial Qualifiers
/After a fourth-place finish at the OASA Provincial Qualifiers in Wilmot, Ont., the “Ben Smith Sells” Ennismore U15 Athletics (A’s) have qualified for the National Competition in Quebec from Aug. 14-19.
Photo courtesy of Katy Fallis.
The A’s had an undefeated regular season with several players as OMHA champion Ennismore Eagles U15 team members this year.
“These boys have shown incredible dedication and teamwork throughout the season,” said Coach Brett Stevenson, A’s coach. “We're honoured to have the opportunity to compete at the national level and represent Ennismore and the province of Ontario. Community support will be crucial in helping us make this journey.”
The team is seeking community support to help with travel and accommodation costs. The Ennismore U15s are reaching out to local businesses, organizations, and individuals for donations to help ease the financial burden and ensure all players can participate.
Financial donations can be transferred to ennismoreathletics2024@gmail.com.
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Registration For the Ennismore Curling Club Is Open
/Registration for the 2023-2024 season of the Ennismore Curling Club is now open.
Photo courtesy of the ENnismore Curling Club.
Curlers can register online for League Curling, Learn to Curl and Friday Drop-In Curling.
In-person registration and a club social is taking place on Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at the club, located at 555 Ennis Rd. in Ennismore. Participants are invited to get a drink and catch up with their friends during this night.
Ennismore Shamrock Festival’s Truck and Tractor Pull Returns July 23
/After a 4-year hiatus the Annual Truck & Tractor Pull is returning to the Ennismore Shamrock Festival on Sunday, July 23.
file photo.
The Truck & Tractor Pull will take place at the Robert E. Young Recreation Complex (553 Ennis Rd.) and kicks off at noon.
Admission is $10 per person and children 12 years of age and under are free. This is a licensed event and food vendors will be available trackside.
For those interested in pulling, weigh-in and registration runs from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and you must supply your own hitch.
Classes are listed below:
Local Classes:
Local Vintage Tractor 4,500lb
Local Vintage Tractor 5,500lb
Local Vintage Tractor 6,500lb
Local Vintage Tractor 9,000lb
Local Gas Truck 6,500lb
Local Diesel Truck 8,500lb
Local Highway Tractor
Demo Pull
Sanctioned OTTPA Classes:
Single Engine Modified Tractors 6,100lb
Hot Stock 4x4 Trucks 5,600lb
Vintage Tractors 5,750lb
Modified Tractors 8,000lb
“We are very excited to welcome back the Truck & Tractor Pull to the Ennismore Shamrock Festival once again. With both local classes and OTTPA sanctioned classes, there is something for everyone,” says Londa Junkin, chair of the Ennismore Shamrock Festival Committee. “We wouldn’t be able to pull off this event without the help of our volunteers and sponsors. We are so grateful for their continued support.”
Check out the website for a schedule of events, sponsorship, vendor and volunteer information and more.
The Ennismore Shamrock Festival & Truck and Tractor Pull is Back Starting July 21 This Summer
/The Ennismore Shamrock Festival is returning to the Robert E. Young Recreation Complex from July 21 to 23 in Ennismore.
photo courtesy of the ennismore shamrock festival.
Friday, July 21:
The Ennismore Shamrock Festival starts off with an age of majority dance featuring a DJ and music from Melissa Payne at the Quarry Golf Club in Ennismore. The show begins at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person and can be purchased in advance or for $15 at the door.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at:
Selwyn Township Municipal Office (1310 Centre Line, Selwyn)
The Quarry Golf Club (447 Tara Road, Ennismore)
Sullivan's General Store (476 Ennis Road, Ennismore)
Jesse's Tap & Grill (583 Robinson Road, Ennismore)
Saturday, July 22:
Saturday is a Free Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with many free children's activities including bouncy castles, petting zoo, Beavertails, snow cones and more. Enjoy an all-day BBQ, local vendors and community information booths.
Sunday, July 23:
The Annual Truck & Tractor Pulls will be held Sunday, July 22nd beginning at 12
Noon. Admission is $10 per person, children 12 years of age and under are FREE.
Food vendor and a licensed refreshment tent will be available trackside. Anyone interested in pulling can check out the website to view the classes and registration times.
Attendees can check out the Shamrock Craft Show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday only. This indoor craft show features 100+ vendors. Admission is $2 per person and children 12 years of age and under are free, with all proceeds going to the Shamrock Festival.
All Weekend Long:
The annual Garage Sale and Street Curling hosted by the Ennismore Curling Club (555 Ennis Road, Ennismore) will take place all weekend on Friday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon.
For more information on this upcoming festival, visit the website.
Ennismore Community Centre Celebrates 50th Anniversary
/Community members and Selwyn Township council and staff gathered to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of the construction of the Ennismore Community Centre on Sunday.
Photo courtesy of the Ennismore Community Centre.
Deputy Mayor Sherry Senis, Ennismore Ward Councillor Donna Ballantyne, local historian Paul Crough and community members whose families were instrumental in helping build the centre celebrated the milestone with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque.
In October 1972, the community of Ennismore came together with the goal of providing indoor recreational space in the area. It was a big community effort, with residents and local businesses donating their time, money, labour and equipment, and the municipality (Township of Ennismore at the time) donated profits from the sale of surplus lands while the province provided a grant towards the project.
Since the original building was constructed, the Community Centre has seen several renovations, each one reinvigorating Ennismore’s community spirit and generosity.
Down Syndrome Association Looking For Volunteers At Annual Kawartha Tri Sport Tournament
/The seventh annual Kawartha Tri Sport Tournament to benefit the Down Syndrome Association of Peterborough is looking for volunteers for Sept. 10 from 12 - 8 p.m.
Photo from Kawartha Tri Sport.
