Photos, Video: Family Fun For Kawartha Downs At Inaugural Kawartha County Fair
/Kawartha Downs’s inaugural Kawartha County Fair gave family midway thrills in a three-day event that ran from Friday to Sunday.
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Village By Lantern Light Hits Lang Pioneer Village For Aug. 12
/Lang Pioneer Village is getting some rustic nighttime charm as their Village by Lantern Light taking place on Aug.12 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., announced on Wednesday.
Photo courtesy of Heather Doughty and Lang Pioneer Village.
The village is illuminated by lanterns and candlelight to provide visitors with a different twilight-to-nightfall perspective of the historic village.
Guests will learn how settler families spent their time after dark. They will discover the sleep arrangements for families in various home sizes and what the typical bedtime routine involved including travelling overnight accommodations.
Visitors can also enjoy several other amenities and pioneer lifestyle during nighttime.
Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors (60+), $7 for youths (ages 5-14) and free for children under five. Family admission is also available for $40 and includes 2 adults and up to 4 youths (ages 5-14).
Visitors may purchase admission in advance via the Museum’s online shop but advance purchase is not required.
Guests are encouraged to bring a flashlight for added visibility and dress appropriately for the weather as an outdoor event.
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; Aug. 4-6
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Here are some things to do in Peterborough City and County this Civic long weekend from Aug. 4 - 6!
4th Line Theatre Presents: The Cavan Blazers
Millbrook’s 4th Line Theatre presents ‘The Cavan Blazers,’ written by Robert Winslow and directed by Kim Blackwell.
It is a gritty, intense play that has the audience on the edge of its seat from start to finish. This drama chronicles the religious conflict between Catholic and Protestant Irish settlers in Cavan Township in the early to mid-nineteenth century. Violence erupts when a Protestant vigilante gang known as the Cavan Blazers tries to stop a Catholic settlement from being established.
When: Aug 4 to 6, 6 p.m.
Where: 4th Line Theatre, Millbrook
Tickets: Youth (5-16), $45 and Adults, $50
The Kawartha County Fair
Join Kawartha Downs in their inaugural Kawartha County Fair running for three days. Get the full midway experiences and experience spectacles like a tractor pull, demolition derby and Serena Ryder concert.
Enjoy concession stands and rides as the event is fun for all the family!
When: Aug. 4 (2 p.m. - 11 p.m.), 5 (Noon to 11 p.m.) and 6 (Noon to 11 p.m.)
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: Adult/Senior - $25, ages six-18 - $15, ages five and under - free
Havelock Summerfest At HBM Community Centre
Free Summertime Celebration and community event that features:
Live entertainment
Live Music from Irish Millie, Kevin Whitney, Steve Runions, and Will Murray, Story teller/performer & Special Guest from Argentina Silvia DeCesare, and WonderPhil kid’s magician.
Family fun zone
Mechanical Bull Ride, Trackless Train Ride, Zorb Cross Track, High Strike Game, Giant Inflatables, Triple Play Sports Complex, Face Painting, Balloon Twisting, Corn Hole Tournament, and Wild About Farms.
Food (cash only)
Sweet P’s Treats (popcorn/candy floss)
Mister Treats (Ice cream cones, shakes, and slushies)
Lions BBQ (burgers, sausages, fries & corn on the cob)
Empire Cheese Curd ($5 per bag made that day)
When: Aug. 5, noon to 4 p.m.
Where: HBM Community Centre
Tickets: Free
League 1 Ontario Men's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Guelph United
The Electric City Football Club Men’s Team host the Guelph United for a regular-season match at Fleming College.
When: Aug. 5, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15 - $30
To Honour and Respect: Gifts from the Michi Saagiig Women to the Prince of Wales, 1860
In April 2023, quilled birch bark makaks made by women of Rice Lake Village (now Hiawatha First Nation) will arrive at the Peterborough Museum & Archives (PMA) for an extended loan visit from the
Royal Collection Trust in England, where they have been cared for since they were given to the young Prince of Wales in 1860. The makaks will be exhibited and will be the focus of activities: workshops on
quillwork, Michi Saagiig Anishnaabemowin, special tours of the exhibit, and some visits in which participants will be able to gently touch them.
Dr Lori Beavis (Hiawatha) and Dr Laura Peers curate the To Honour and Respect project, with a Planning Circle including Gimaakwe Laurie Carr (Hiawatha), Kim Muskratt (Hiawatha), Veronica King-Jamieson
(Mississaugas of the Credit) and others. The project is funded by the Museum Assistance Program (Department of Canadian Heritage), Canada Council for the Arts, the Ontario Arts Council, and Hiawatha First Nation, with in-kind contributions by the City of Peterborough and the Peterborough Museum & Archives, whose staff will care for the makaks during their visit. The Royal Collection Trust is lending the makaks.
When: Aug. 4
Where: Peterborough Museum & Archives
Tickets: Free (donations are accepted)
Art Gallery Of Peterborough Presents: Reciprocity: Alice Teichert
Alice Teichert’s paintings are known for their holographic depth and unique luminosity, for their visual poetry and multi-faceted proximity to music. In this survey exhibition spanning four decades of practice, Teichert uses line, shape, and colour to push the edges of legibility to open new realms of dialogue.
Multidisciplinary artist Alice Teichert studied music, philosophy, visual poetry, visual arts, and printmaking in Belgium and France. She works from her studio in Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. Since 1989, she has built an international career with over 30 solo exhibitions in France, Canada, Switzerland, Germany and Australia. Known for her bold colours and layered transparencies interspersed with script-like line drawings, Teichert’s paintings are noted for their holographic depth. Her works are held in many corporate, private, and public collections including the MacLaren Art Centre, Global Affairs Canada, the Musée de la Ville de Valence (F) and the Museumsquartier of Lübeck (D).
When: Aug. 4 - 6, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Art Gallery of Peterborough
Tickets: Free (donations are accepted)
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: British Legends Tribute (Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney, & Freddie Mercury)
The 36th summer season of Peterborough Musicfest continues Aug. 5 with The British Legends at Del Crary Park.
Featuring an all-Canadian cast of singers and studio musicians, the tribute features the music and showmanship of David Bowie, Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney. Each song is performed note for note as recorded, bringing to the stage iconic performers who ruled the pop charts for more than five decades.
When: Aug. 5, 8 p.m.
Where: Del Crary Park
Tickets: Free
Peterborough Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: Aug 5, 7 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Morrow Park
Pick Up Some Produce at The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.
When: Aug. 5, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Quaker Foods City Square
Kawartha Downs to Host Inaugural Three-Day Kawartha County Fair This Weekend
/Kawartha Downs is going to add fun to the Civic long weekend as they are hosting the inaugural Kawartha County Fair running from Friday to Sunday.
Photo courtesy of Kawartha Downs.
The fair says it will deliver a classic midway experience including a variety of rides and games. In addition to the midway, there will be a vendor-village area, big events every day, and fireworks every night of the fair.
Friday showcases a Truck and Tractor Pull competition starting at 7 p.m. The Ontario Truck and Tractor Pull Association has been Kawartha Downs’ promoter for the tractor pulls since the new track last year.
Saturday features a demolition derby by Impact Motorsports at 5 p.m. The Kawartha County Fair demo derby competition currently has over 50 pre-registered vehicles.
Sunday includes Juno-award-winning singer and songwriter Serena Ryder to perform live in concert in the evening.
“It’s always special coming back to Peterborough to perform there,” she said. “Kawartha Downs is not far from where I lived in Millbrook. I always passed by it and I can’t wait to perform there.”
The Peterborough-based Gunslingers band will open the concert from 6:30 p.m. to 7:20 p.m. and Ryder will headline the stage at 8 p.m.
“I always had memories of going to the farmer’s markets with my dad in Fraserville,” said Ryder. “I haven’t performed in Fraserville yet so this is going to be new and exciting for me. All my family and friends are going to be there.”
Every evening has the Downs’s signature fireworks shows to cap off each night. There will be food trucks and vendors, such as Nomad Striking Academy, Happy Fun Zone, The Candy Lady, Shop Beauty by Bree, Gemonyx Designs, Foodland, The Twisted Fork and more. A special addition to the fair festivities will be horse-drawn wagon rides, by Earl Cochrane.
Admission for adults is $25 and $15 for kids (Ages 6-18) and children five and under enter free. These prices are inclusive of fees/taxes as well as parking. Only single-day admission tickets are available for purchase and the admission ticket includes entry to the main event (Tractor Pull, Demo Derby, and Serena Ryder concert).
Admission tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the gate in person. Prices are now the same for both online and gate purchases.
Ride tickets are sold separately and must be purchased in person at the fair:
Single ticket - $1.50
Sheet of 20 tickets - $25
Sheet of 50 Tickets - $50
All day Rides bracelet - $30
Games are cash only ($2 - $10)
Kawartha County Fair hours of operation:
Friday: 2 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday: Noon - 11 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 11 p.m.
There is no harness racing scheduled for this week due to events with the next harness race on August 11.
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Peterborough Chamber Launches Inaugural Event, 'The Local Show' To Showcase the City Amenities
/The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is showcasing what the city has to offer in a new event called ‘The Local Show,” announced on Tuesday.
Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Chamber.
The free event is on Sept. 16 at Lansdowne Place. It will be an immersive experience for attendees to explore and support the diverse offerings of our community according to a press release.
The Chamber wants the Local Show to foster a strong sense of community by showcasing the exceptional talents, products and services available in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. The Local Show is providing a platform for participants to connect with potential customers, collaborate with fellow professionals, build lasting relationships and learn about hiring opportunities.
The show highlights the following:
Exhibition Area: The heart of the event, the exhibition area will feature an impressive showcase of local businesses and organizations. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of industries, including retail, hospitality, technology, arts and crafts, food and beverages, and much more. The entire mall will be transformed into the exhibition area.
Hiring Hub: This special event section brings together eight leading employment organizations, all dedicated to helping job seekers find their dream jobs in the local community. Whether attendees are actively searching for a new career path or simply exploring potential opportunities, the Hiring Hub offers a unique platform to meet and interact with recruiters, hiring managers, and industry professionals.
The Local Auction: The Local Show will feature the kick-off of an exciting auction that adds an element of anticipation and discovery to the event. The online auction will officially launch in person on the day of the event, offering attendees a unique opportunity to participate in live bidding. However, the excitement doesn't end there, as the auction will continue online for an additional two weeks, allowing a wider audience to join in on the experience.
“We are excited to host The Local Show, which celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of our local community," says Joel Wiebe, Chamber Vice President, government relations and communications. “This event will not only provide a fantastic opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services but also create a memorable experience for attendees.”
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Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; July 21 - July 23
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Here are some things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from July 21 - July 23!
4th Line Theatre Presents: The Tilco Strike
Millbrook’s 4th Line Theatre presents ‘The Tilco Strike’
It recounts the year-long fight between 35 poorly paid women, and their male bosses at Tilco Plastics in Peterborough, Ontario, who were determined to crush the women and their union. The strike began in December 1965 over a $25 bonus and escalated into an epic battle between organized labour and strike-breaking employers. The women lost their fight, but changed labour relations in Ontario forever
When: July 21 and 22, 6 p.m.
Where: 4th Line Theatre, Millbrook
Tickets: Youth (5-16), $45 and Adults, $50
Live Harness Racing at Kawartha Downs
See horses and drivers in the sulkies race around a five-eighths mile track at Kawartha Downs. Bet on your favourite horses and enjoy the dining experience while you see the horses circle the track.
When: July 21, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: Free
Movie Mornings at the Peterborough Public Library
Chill out in the FOL Community Room of the Peterborough Public Library and watch Trolls World Tour.
When the Queen of the Hard Rock Trolls tries to take over all the Troll kingdoms, Queen Poppy and her friends try different ways to save all the Trolls. (2020, 91 min)
Get comfortable and grab some popcorn while supplies last.
When: July 21, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Public Library
Tickets: Free
League 1 Ontario Women's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Burlington SC
The Electric City Football Club Women’s Team host the Burlington SC for a regular-season match at Fleming College.
When: July 22, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15 - $30
League 1 Ontario Men's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Vaughan Azzurri
The Electric City Football Club Men’s Team host the Vaughan Azzurri for a regular-season match at Fleming College.
When: July 22, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15 - $30
Ennismore Shamrock Festival
The Ennismore Shamrock Festival is a long-standing tradition in the heart of Ennismore that began in 1967 as a Centennial year celebration. Join them for a day full of fun for the whole family.
Enjoy ball hockey, soccer and rookie ball tournaments, bouncy castles, BBQ, petting zoo and more!
When: July 22 and 23, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Robert E. Young Recreation Complex (553 Ennis Rd., Ennismore)
Tickets: Free
Peterborough Musicfest Presents Canadian Rapper Classified
Next to hit the Peterborough Musicfest stage is Canadian rapper Classified.
Classified hit the music scene in 1995. The Nova Scotia-born rapper has 18 studio albums. He has worked with some of the world’s most prominent hip hop artists, including Snoop Dogg, Raekwon and Maestro Fresh Wes. His music has amassed more than 200 million streams globally.
The artist has received 24 major award nominations, with eight wins between the Juno Awards, East Coast Music Awards and MuchMusic Video Awards.
His 2013 self-titled album debuted at number one on the Canadian Nielsen Soundscan Chart with the single ‘Inner Ninja’ earning a Juno Award for Rap Recording of the Year.
When: July 22, 8 p.m.
Where: Del Crary Park
Tickets: Free
Peterborough Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: July 22, 7 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Morrow Park
Pick Up Some Produce at The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.
When: July 22, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Quaker Foods City Square
Stand-Up Comedy Night at Gordon Best Theatre
Join us for a night of laughs with Stand-Up Comedy Night!
Featuring Headliner Adam Christie, Olivia Stadler (Writer for Letterkenny, Roastbattle Canada) Peter Saran (Just for Laughs Toronto) and Host Ben McKay (Edinburgh Fringe Festival)
When: July 22, 8 p.m.
Where: Gordon Best Theatre
Tickets: $20 online, or $25 cash at the door.
Peterborough Kia 1st Annual Car Show
Check out classic cars as Peterborough Kia is hosting thier first annual car show.
See model cards from the 60s and 70s, enjoy live music and possibly win money in their 50/50 draw.
Proceeds will go to Kawartha Food Share and the Peterborough YMCA.
When: July 23, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Kia (238 Lansdowne Street East)
Tickets: Free
Peterborough Kia to Host Inaugural Car Show to Support Kawartha Food Share and YMCA
/Get into Peterborough Kia’s first annual classic car show to be hosted at their dealership this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Event flyer of Peterborough Kia’s first car show. Photo courtesy of Peterborough Kia.
The dealership is located at 238 Lansdowne St. E.
The show features classic cars from the 60s and 70s and is providing live music and a 50/50 draw.
Proceeds of the event are going to Kawartha Food Share and Peterborough YMCA.
Truck & Tractor Pull Returns to Kawartha Downs With Five Scheduled Dates
/The Truck & Tractor Pull is returning to Kawartha Downs for four dates on July 22, 23, Aug. 4, Sept. 2 and 3, announced on Friday afternoon.
File Photo.
The event is a collaboration with the Ontario Truck and Tractor Pulling Association. The third tractor pull is part of the Aug. 4 Kawartha County Fair and the final two pulls are on labour day weekend.
The tractor pull is a continuation of last year with their new track built last summer. Food trucks and a beer tent are some of the available amenities for spectators. The July 22 pull is 6 p.m. with gates open at 5 p.m. The July 23 start time is 1 p.m. with gates open at noon. Day-of registration for tractor pullers is two hours prior to the start time on both days. A variety of classes will be offered to competitors.
“This is one of our favourite events to host,” said Summer Nickerson-Hagen, Kawartha Downs marketing director. “It’s incredible to see these trucks and tractors pushed to their limit and the pullers certainly are competitive. The vibes are so good and these tractor pull events just give you that middle-of-summertime feeling.”
All registrations and inquiries for Kawartha Downs pulls are to be directed to Rod Cochrane who can be reached by phone at 905-243-1124.
Tickets are available online and at the gate on the day of the event. They can be purchased in person at Kawartha Downs in advance.
In addition to the tractor pulls, Kawartha Downs is hosting their very first Kawartha County Fair on Aug. 4, 5, and 6 during the Civic Long Weekend. Visitors will be given the classic midway experience from Campbell Amusements, main events; a tractor pull on Aug. 4, a demolition derby on Aug. 5 and Serena Ryder concert on Aug. 6. There are fireworks displays at dusk every night of the fair. Tickets are available on the Kawartha Downs website and at the gate.
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Get The Scoop on Local Attractions and Must-Try Experiences at the Visitor Centre
/Peterborough & the Kawarthas Visitor Centre is hosting Get The Scoop; an event to highlight the region’s attraction and experiences on July 16.
photo by david tuan bui.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Visitor Centre is offering free Central Smith Creamery ice cream and opportunities to uncover local hidden gems in the City and County of Peterborough.
The event on Sunday will run from noon to 3 p.m. at the Visitor Centre (270 George St. N).
For more information visit the website.
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; July 14 - 16
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photo courtesy of chemong lodge, facebook.
Here are some things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from July 14 to 16!
Lakefield Literary Festival
The next Lakefield Literary Festival will take place on July 14 and 15, 2023 in the Bryan Jones Theatre at Lakefield College School. Two authors will be presented on Friday evening; the Children’s Tent will offer its popular program on Saturday morning at Lakefield’s downtown Cenotaph Park; two authors will be presented on Saturday afternoon; and a headlining author will be presented on Saturday evening.
The festival will be presenting two authors on Friday evening, two authors on Saturday afternoon, and a headlining author on Saturday evening, with participating authors to be announced.
Admission to individual events will be $35, or $90 for a pass to all the events. In addition, the children’s tent will return to Lakefield’s downtown Cenotaph Park to offer its popular Saturday morning program.
When: All weekend.
Where: Bryan Jones Theatre at Lakefield College School (4391 County Rd. 29, Lakefield)
Chemong Lodge Oysterfest
