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Head Of The Trent Is This Weekend
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A sign that Fall is upon us is when it's time for Head of the Trent, which is held this weekend. This annual regatta was started by the founder of the Trent University Rowing Club, Chris Leach, back in 1971 and has been a much anticipated event each year since. Check out the schedule of events or visit their Facebook page.
[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]
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PtboPics: Canadian Canoe Museum Gets A New Sign
/If you haven't yet noticed the beautiful splash of colour that now adorns the building of the Canadian Canoe Museum, here is a peek. It's a refreshing and vibrant new look for the museum.
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Peterborough Theatre Guild Kicks Off New Season Friday Night
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The Peterborough Theatre Guild opens their new season on Friday night with Storm Warning, a comedy/drama/mystery that takes place at a cottage on Pigeon Lake in 1953. For a full list of their 2011/2012 line-up, check out their Playbill. Tickets for all performances are $18/Adult, $16/Seniors and $10/Students.
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What To Do In The Patch This Weekend
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The signs of Fall are upon us: cooler temperatures, crisp air, and leaves starting to turn colour and fall. There is an abundance of happenings in the Patch this weekend so be sure to enjoy!
Friday:
The Attic presents Rue Guy, Levon, Roboteyes, 10 p.m., $5, 19+
Showplace Performance Centre presents International Grand Illusionist Ryan Joyce, 7 p.m.
Pirate Radio Showcase Night at Market Hall, Doors open at 7 p.m.
Late Summer Craft Harvest Show, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 478 Bonnacord Street
Saturday:
Peterborough Farmers' Market, 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Morrow Park
Hutchison House Fall Plant Sale, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m., 270 Brock Street
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, 9 a.m. - noon, Rogers' Cove
Green Eyewear celebrates 2nd year of business, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 374 George Street [Related Post]
Taste of Downtown presented by the DBIA, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Charlotte Street between George & Aylmer
Late Summer Craft Harvest Show, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 478 Bonnacord Street
Trent Valley Archives Open House, noon - 2 p.m. 567 Carnegie Avenue
Peterborough Pride Parade, 2 p.m. Starting from City Hall - 500 George Street
Sunday:
Terry Fox Run, 8 a.m. - noon, Nicholls' Oval [Related Post]
Purina Walk for Dog Guides, noon, Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham Street
Do at the Zoo Two, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Riverview Park and Zoo [Related Post]
Also, be sure to check out many of the Artsweek Peterborough festivities offered over the weekend.
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There Is A Local Heritage Walk Sequel That Takes Place This Evening After Suppertime
/A few weeks ago, Shifting Gears hosted two Heritage Walks throughout the community. Tonight they are hosting a sequel, guided by Jane's Walk Peterborough cofounder Chris Gooderham. Come on out and learn the history and culture of one of our neighbourhoods. Meet at the London Street Footbridge at 6:45 p.m.
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Beau Dixon Among Those Honoured At Pathway Of Fame Ceremonies Saturday
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Here's A Neat Video Put Together At The Peterborough Farmer's Market Yesterday
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There Is A Band-A-Thon In Support Of Zoo's New Animal Health Centre September 18th
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On Sunday, September 18th, the Peterborough New Horizons Bands will be presenting a band-a-thon in support of the Peterborough Riverview Zoo’s Animal Healthcare Centre fundraising campaign.
Eight bands will be playing from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the zoo’s gazebo. Drop by, enjoy the music and make a contribution towards the building of a new Animal Health Centre. Rain date is September 25th.
[photo via Riverview Zoo website]
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Check Out This Awesome New Community Biking Poster
/Jeffrey Macklin, a regular contributor to PtboCanada and talented artist, just released this new letterpress poster "Get To Know Your Community—Ride A Bike". Very cool. And so true. You can order it here.
[Etsy: Get To Know Your Community—Ride A Bike]
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