April 07, 2011

Why Peterborough Roller Derby Can't Find A Venue To Play In City (And More News On This Growing Sport)

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The Peterborough Roller Derby, run by Lucid Lou, has two teams, a logo (and website in development), a trailer, and the momentum of many in the city behind it. It is an empowering sport for women.

What the Peterborough Roller Derby still doesn't have is a place to play in Peterborough. We inquired with Mayor Bennett about this matter recently, and the mayor, who is aware of this new league, put us on to Ken Doherty, who is Director, Community Services Department. We asked Ken why this league is having so much trouble securing a venue to play in Peterborough, and his response was this: "Staff have advised that there just is no time available in our arenas during peak times. They're at 97% occupancy. We have encouraged Lucid to see if the Knights of Columbus Bowl on Park could meet her short term need. We have also invited her to present to the next Arenas Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee."

So for now, there is still no home for the Peterborough Roller Derby in the city—Lucid told us recently that they will play out of Douro/Dummer arena on Hwy 28. But she does still hope to find a place to play in the city. In Toronto, she is in the final stages of setting up a Junior Roller Derby program through the City of Toronto, which will be creating a space for girls 9 to 18 to learn about Roller Derby and "sportswomenship". Lucid would love to work with the City of Peterborough to set up a similar program here for this growing sport, and has now advised them as such.

Also, Peterborough Roller Derby has a fundraiser on May 7 at the Red Dog, starting at 8 pm, where they will have prizes, an auction and bands—though Lucid tells us they are looking for another band for the fundraiser. We will "pay in beer and pizza!" she says. For more info, contact her here.

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April 03, 2011

Awesome Trailer Promoting Peterborough Roller Derby League

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[YouTube via The Wolf]

March 31, 2011

EXCLUSIVE: PtboCanada Reveals The Logo For The Peterborough Roller Derby League

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The logo was created by Peterborough's Adam Kemp for the hottest sport to take Peterborough in a long long time, the Peterborough Roller Derby League.

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March 25, 2011

PtboPics: Peterborough Roller Derby Is Being Featured Today On Newswatch at 5:30

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[UPDATE: And here's the video from shoot.]

With the Peterborough Roller Derby now boasting two teams, The Electric City Rollers and The Damage Dollz and a possible venue at the Douro Arena, CHEX TV's Teresa Kaszuba felt it was her time to try out for the team. Watch Newswatch at 5:30 today to catch the full tryout. In the meantime, here is a sneak peek behind the scenes at the shoot...

Getting geared upOrganizer Lucid Lou getting miked upLow angle shot as the team practices their footwork

Teresa laces up, wearing fishnet stockings and safety gearTeresa gets used to gliding on wheelsIt's not as easy as it looks!*Phew* Solid ground

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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March 20, 2011

Weekend Wrap-up: Peterborough Roller Derby Chooses Team Name, New Yoga Studio... And Supermoon!

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Spring was in the air and there was lots to see and do in the Patch this weekend. Here is a quick wrap-up...

March 20, 2011

PtboPics: Kickboxing Event At The Evinrude Centre

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Peterborough held its first ever Kickboxing and K1 event on Saturday night. Click to see some photos from the main and co-main events.

March 14, 2011

Former NHL-er George Laraque Speaking In Peterborough This Wednesday

March 14, 2011/ PTBOCANADA

The Peterborough Partnership Council on Immigrant Integration (PPCII) has organized a one-day event this Wednesday (March 16th) called “Georges Laraque: My Canadian Story”. Laraque will be sharing his experiences as a second-generation immigrant from Haiti and how it influenced his experiences growing up in Tracy, a small community outside Montreal.

On the ice, he was known as an "enforcer" but off it, he is known for his outgoing and friendly personality. He is committed and passionate about a number of causes, including animal welfare, the relief effort in Haiti, and promoting active, healthy lifestyles. Also, he continues to be involved with numerous charities and wants to serve as a positive role model to young people.

The event takes place this Wednesday, March 16th at 8:00 p.m. at Showplace Performance Centre. Tickets are available for free—limited to 4 per person—at the New Canadians Centre Peterborough (205 Sherbrooke St Unit D, across from the Fire Hall, in person only).

For more info, please contact Jason Stabler, Coordinator of the PPCII, at (705) 743-0882 x230 or via email at jason@nccpeterborough.ca.

[Photo via George Laraque Facebook page]

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March 01, 2011

Peterborough Petes and Habitat for Humanity Team Up

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This Thursday (March 3rd) night's Petes game against the Brampton Batallion at the Peterborough Memorial Centre will help raise funds and awareness to our local branch of Habitat for Humanity. When buying your tickets, use the promotional code "Habitat" and you will save $5.50—and $2 of that will go directly towards the builds taking place this year. Come on out and cheer for the home team and help out a great cause!