PtboPics: National Canoe Day At Beavermead Park

Lots of local folks gathered at Beavermead Park today to celebrate National Canoe Day. With children's activities, continuous paddling opportunities, a BBQ, displays from the Trent Severn Antique & Classic Boat Association and musical entertainment, there was something for everyone. I was able to participate in the family paddle and enjoyed the calmness of the water while learning about the Canadian Canoe Museum and its history from our guide Barry.  —PtboCanada's Julie Morris

At right: Young paddlers Nate & Tori make sure they have the right paddles

The Canada Parks mascot, Parka, gives a wave

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National Canoe Day Activities Saturday & Sunday in Peterborough

National Canoe Day gets underway Saturday at 11 a.m., with activities taking place throughout the day at Beavermead Park. Then on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., you are invited to tour the Canadian Canoe Museum—free of charge! Bring the family and come and enjoy all things paddling!

[National Canoe Day; Canadian Canoe Museum]

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Important Meeting To Discuss Future Of Parkway Trail Tonight At Peterborough Public Library

The Peterborough Parkway Trail—a paved trail which runs from Fairbairn Avenue to the Riverview Park & Zoo—is being threatened by an approved roadway in the City's Transportation Master Plan.

There is a meeting tonight at the Peterborough Public Library from 6:30 p.m. to approximately 9:00 p.m. to raise awareness and discuss options.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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PtboPics: Ode'min Giizis Traditional Gathering at Del Crary Park

The beats of drumming could be heard throughout Del Crary Park on Saturday as the Ode'min Giizis Festival continued hosting their Traditional Gathering from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. With storytelling, art exhibits, food, vendors, drumming and dancing, the park was a flurry of activity on an absolutely beautiful Saturday afternoon.

[Related: PtboPics: Ode'min Giizis Parade On George Street; 2011 Ode'min Giizis Festival Includes Performance Of "The Creator's Game" At Peterborough Lakers Game & Del Crary Park]

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboPics: Random Images From Our Great City This Weekend

The Liftlock Cruise departs

Taking a dip

A popsicle to cool off

One of the many soccer games being played at Beavermead Park

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboPics: Ode'min Giizis Parade On George Street

The Ode'min Giizis Festival began in Peterborough on Wednesday and wraps up today with events taking place throughout the city. Yesterday, we snapped these pics as the parade made its way from City Hall down to Del Crary Park.

 

 

 

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Stuff To Do In Peterborough This Weekend

Friday

Shifting Gears Closing Ceremonies, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at The Silver Bean

Bridesmaids and The Hangover 2, Adults $10, Children $3 - 8:15 at the Mustang Drive-In

Saturday

Ode'min Giizis Festival Sunrise Ceremony, 5 a.m. Del Crary Park

Ode'min Giizis Festival Community Procession, 10 a.m. Confederation Park

Father's Day Story & Craft for ages 5- 12, Free - 10:45 a.m. Peterborough Public Library

25 Cent Summer Reading Book Sale., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Peterborough Public Library

Ode'min Giizis Festival Traditional Gathering, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m Del Crary Park

Ode'min Giizis Festival Panel Discussion, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m Market Hall, 140 Charlotte St.

Ode'min Giizis Festival Outdoor Music Concert, 8 p.m Hunter Street Stage

Bridesmaids and The Hangover 2, Adults $10, Children $3 - 8:15 at the Mustang Drive-In

Father's Day

Street Scene 2011 with the Kawartha Street Rods, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Riverview Park & Zoo

Ode'min Giizis Festival Iroquois Lacrosse Program, $10 - 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Thomas A Stewart High School

15th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show, Adult/$10; Student/Senior/$9; Youth (5-14)/$6; Under 5 free.; Family/$30 (Includes 2 adults & 4 youth). Lang Pioneer Village

Bridesmaids and The Hangover 2, Adults $10, Children $3 - 8:15 at the Mustang Drive-In

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City Of Peterborough "Envisioning Peterborough's Future" Questionnaire

The City of Peterborough has an online questionnaire for "Envisioning Peterborough's Future," and are asking for feedback on how you would like Peterborough to look over the next 10 to 20 years. Peterborough has a Official Plan Review, which is a long-term comprehensive framework for land use decision-making in our community.

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Evan Holt]

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