Heads Up For Inclusion Hosting Inaugural Amigos Community Birthday Party For Inclusivity

Everyone is invited to Heads Up for Inclusion’s inaugural Amigos Community Birthday Party this Saturday as an inclusive event for those who often miss out on birthday parties and celebrations.

Photo courtesy of Heads Up for Inclusion.

The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Peterborough Square lower level.

There are several birthday-themed activities such as:

• Dance floor

• Face painting

• Arts and crafts

• Bowling

• Photo ops

• Birthday clown

• Remote control race cars

• Food (including a cake)

• And more

A silent auction is being held during the event with all proceeds towards Amigos Programs and working towards a more inclusive community.

After the activities, attendees will hit Galaxy Cinema for a private, sensory-friendly screening of the Super Mario Bros. Movie. Community members in grade 4 and older can join by signing up for the program and reserve one of 100 seats by registering online. Each registrant may bring up to two adults (one accompanying adult minimum for participants under 18).

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Community Care Peterborough’s Meals to Go Fundraiser Returns

Community Care Peterborough is launching its annual Meals to Go fundraiser, delivering lunches to offices and local businesses located within the City of Peterborough on May 17 and May 31, and in Lakefield on May 31.

photo courtesy of community care peterborough.

Community Care invites companies and small businesses to order lunches that will be delivered directly to their work space by its Meals on Wheels volunteers.  This year’s lunches have a Greek theme menu and are only $10 each and are being prepared at Maple Ridge Retirement Services’ kitchen which is located at the new Peterborough Housing property on Bonaccord Street.

Normally taking place in March, this year’s spring Greek themed menu includes:

• A Greek salad made with romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, black olives, feta cheese and homemade Greek dressing; and

• A chicken tzatziki pita, made with diced chicken on a fresh pita with lettuce, cucumber, grape tomatoes, red onion, black olives, feta cheese and creamy tzatziki sauce; and

• Fresh fruit cup medley of cantaloupe, blueberries and grapes

There are vegetarian, gluten free and lactose free menu options also available upon request.   

“We are planning for 600 lunches to be ordered and hoping to raise $4,000,” said Iris Crowder –Client Services Coordinator, Community Care Peterborough.  “The Meals to Go lunch is $10 per person and for every additional $10 donation participants make, they are providing a meal for a senior who truly can't afford one for themselves.  This year more than ever, we are supporting more people who are challenged to get groceries or prepare their own meals.”

Operating in Peterborough since 1964, the Meals on Wheels program is so much more than a meal.  Meals on Wheels provides a social visit by a caring volunteer, a safety check for many who are isolated, and ensures that seniors can receive hot nutritional meals to help them remain healthy in their own homes.  Sometimes, a Meals on Wheels volunteer may be the only person a senior interacts with on a given day.  Community Care offers a Meals on Wheels subsidy program for clients who simply cannot afford regular meals. 

Last year, Community Care provided over $20,000 of free meals through their Meals on Wheels programs to clients who were struggling with food insecurity.  This generosity and compassion of community members made that possible.  Charitable tax receipts are available for donations of $10 or more.

“The Meals on Wheels program that we provide to clients in the City and County of Peterborough truly empowers them to live independently and healthier at home,” said Danielle Belair, Executive Director for Community Care Peterborough.  “We are seeing an increase in the need for this program and there is an increased demand on us to provide more subsidies for low income clients.  The donations that we receive through this Meals on To Go fundraiser certainly help us to meet this growing need.”

Businesses can order online. Downloadable paper order forms (great for circulating in the office) are also available there too or by calling (705) 742-7067.

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Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; April 14 - 16

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Here are nine things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from April 14 - 16!

Madchild With Robbie G at The Venue

See Madchild Live with Robbie G this Friday at The Venue. Doors open at 8 p.m. You can get VIP meet and greet or bundle meet and greet tickets including getting your photo taken with Madchild.

When: Apr 14, 8 p.m.

Where: The Venue

League 1 Ontario Men's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Scrosoppi FC

The Electric City Football Club is back for their second season so join the men’s team for their home opener at Fleming College this Saturday as they take on Scrosoppi FC in League1 Ontario action.

When: Apr 15, 2 p.m.

Where: Fleming College

Tickets: $15-$30

2023 Peterborough I ❤︎ Beer & Taco Festival

Join us for the inaugural Peterborough I❤︎BEER and Taco Festival at the Peterborough Memorial Centre for a fun night of beer, cider and spirits sampling, games, dancing, people watching and tacos!

When: April 15, 2-6 p.m. & 6-10 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre

Tickets: Tickets start at $10.00 plus fees and taxes. Prices subject to change

Tom Green Live at The Venue

Canadian-American comedian, show host, actor, filmmaker, podcaster and rapper. After pursuing stand-up comedy and music as a young adult, Green created and hosted The Tom Green Show, which aired on Canadian television and later on MTV between 1994 and 2000.  The show became popular for its shock comedy, absurdist pranks and Green’s manic persona, and influenced later series such as Jackass and The Eric Andre Show. Green has also appeared in the Hollywood films Road Trip (2000), Charlie’s Angels (2000), Stealing Harvard (2002), and Shred (2008). Green additionally directed, co-wrote and starred in the cult film Freddy Got Fingered (2001).  He was briefly married to actress Drew Barrymore (2001–2002), who co-starred with him in Charlie’s Angels and Freddy Got Fingered.

In 2003, Green hosted the short-lived MTV late-night talk show titled The New Tom Green Show. From 2006 until 2011, he hosted an internet talk show, Tom Green’s House Tonight, from his home, and returned to performing stand-up comedy in 2010. From October 2013 to November 2014, Green hosted the weekly talk show Tom Green Live on American cable network AXS TV.

When: April 15, 7-11 p.m.

Where: The Venue

Tickets: $40

Sizzling Sound: Kawartha Youth Orchestra Chamber Concert Series

Kawartha Youth Orchestra presents Sizzling Sound a Chamber Concert Series featuring Victoria Yeh playing improvisational electric violin and Martin Gladman and friends on percussion.

When: April 16, 2 p.m.

Where: All Saints Anglican Church

Tickets: $20 at the door, children ages 5 and under free  (cash and credit cards accepted)

Peterborough Saturday 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: April 15, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Square

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: April 1, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Morrow Park (151 Lansdowne St. W, Peterborough)

The Arrogant Worms at Market Hall

The year was 1991. Presumably, some significant world events occurred. The world truly changed in the fall however, when something truly magnificent happened in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. A beacon of hope was lit and has shone brightly ever since – The Arrogant Worms. The Arrogant Worms began as a comedy troupe performing songs and sketches on campus radio. The early feedback on the live shows was clear: lose the sketches. So the songs endured and they all remain because the band hates to throw anything out.

The songs were written to make fun of a big dumb world. Luckily, the world is still dumb and The Arrogant Worms (Mike McCormick, Chris Patterson and Trevor Strong) still have plenty to sing about. The shows are fast, furious and family friendly. The wit is quick, the satire is biting and the musicianship is second to none. Their appeal has earned them fans from kids to parents to grandparents to Princess Leia.

In recent years the Worms have been pleased to donate their time and talent to the cause of literacy in Canada through Frontier College and were twice awarded the Peter Gzowski Award for their efforts.

So nearly a quarter century after they began, The Arrogant Worms continue to provide tuneful and silly escapism for everyone who needs it. And if you think you don’t need it, well you’re wrong. You do. The Arrogant Worms know what’s best for you and what’s best for you is The Arrogant Worms.

When: April 15, 8 p.m.

Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre

Tickets: $25-30

Harry Manx Presented by Folk Under The Clock at Market Hall

Harry delivers his live show with a variety of stringed instruments including the Mohan Veena (Indian slide guitar), drums, guitars, banjo & harmonica.

Musically speaking “Harry lives where the depth of Indian music meets the deep groove of the Blues.”

Blues Artist of the Year seven times, Folk Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, six Juno nominations... Welcome to the Harry Zone.

His latest album is ‘Way Out East’ a compilation of his Indian music.

Downbeat Magazine said that “Manx’s real talent lies in creating a place where Blues and Indian Classical are a seamless fit”.

Billboard Magazine called Harry “Canada’s most expressive Blues player”.

When: April 14, 8 p.m.

Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre

Tickets: $40-45

Community Care Grandparent of the Year Submission Deadline Extended

Community Care Peterborough has extended the deadline for ‘Grandparents of the Year’ submissions to May 9, encouraging children from Grades 2 through 6 to recognize a grandparent, elder or a special older person in their life as ‘Grandparent of the Year.’

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For the past 35 years, Community Care says they are amazed by the scope of stories/nominations they receive annually. Many of the honourees are indeed grandparents or great grandparents of the students; however, there have been a number of entries that highlight a special senior friend or an Elder who has shared their knowledge with the child.

Students are instructed to submit both a hand-drawn picture of themselves with their nominee as well as a piece of writing that answers some of the following questions:

• What is important about your relationship with your Grandparent, Elder or special older person?

• What kinds of activities do you enjoy together?

• What kind of knowledge have they shared with you?

• Describe a happy occasion you shared together.

• How does your nominee make your feel when you are together?

• Why are you proud of your Grandparent, Elder, or special older person?

• Why do you think they should win this award?

Optionally, students can submit a recorded video of them reading their story. This is not required, and will not affect judging.
Entries in both English and French are selected.

A committee will select one winner and one honourable mention from each group of grades; primary and junior. Primary is Grades 2 & 3. Junior is Grades 4, 5 & 6.

Eight Awards Will Be Presented to Children:

• Certificates for all participants

• One winner for primary level, grade 2 and 3, in each English and French categories

• One winner for junior level, grades 4, 5, and 6, in each English and French categories

• Honourable Mentions selected in each category

8 Awards Will Be presented to the nominated Grandparents.

Parents and/or guardians can submit their children’s entries online or use a downloadable entry form and mail/drop off them at Community Care Peterborough (185 Hunter St. E.).

For more information, contact Pamela at (705) 742-7067, ext. 221.

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City of Peterborough Official Plan Approved By the Province

The City of Peterborough was notified on April 11 that the Province has approved the City’s new Official Plan with amendments; in effect as of April 11.

photo by Keegan Beekers.

The Plan identifies where various land uses can be located, such as residential, commercial, institutional, employment and open space, plans for the city’s infrastructure needs, identifies and protects the City’s natural heritage system and water resources, and establishes a vision and policies for growing as a complete, vibrant, sustainable, resilient and equitable city. The new Official Plan also provides a framework for future zoning by-law regulations.

It replaces the City’s current Official Plan as well as two former township Official Plans that have remained in effect in areas annexed between 1998 and 2013. 

“The Official Plan is our overarching document to guide growth and development. Our community participated in its drafting to ensure it reflects our collective goals and vision. Growth, investment, employment lands, homes, heritage, and sustainability are all part of the Official Plan,” said Mayor Jeff. “Congratulations to our community, our team at the City of Peterborough, and to the previous Councils that led the creation of this exciting plan.”

The new Official Plan was endorsed by City Council in November 2021 after extensive community consultation and work with various stakeholder groups to draft the document that sets the vision and direction for growth and development for Peterborough to the year 2051. It was submitted to the Province for approval.

“This is an exciting milestone after several years of work to craft the Official Plan with input from residents, developers and community groups. Our Official Plan serves as a foundation for growth and investment in our community. With the Plan amended and approved by the Province, people looking to invest in Peterborough have certainty on the planning direction for the City,” said Councillor Lesley Parnell, chair of Council’s Planning Portfolio.

A draft of the new Official Plan was initially released in June 2019 after more than two years of consultation and activity on drafting the document.

The Province explained in its approval that it made amendments to address provincial policy direction related to growth management, housing supply, cultural heritage resources, land use compatibility and the protection of natural heritage features and drinking water.

The Province’s approval is posted online here.

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Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; April 7 - 9

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Here are some things to do in Peterborough City and County this Easter weekend from April 7 to 9!

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The annual Easter Egg Hunt! There will be fun prizes, coffee and breakfast available.

When: April 8, 11 a.m.

Where: The Keene Centre for the Arts (12 1st Street, Keene)

Pottery Date Night at the Art School of Peterborough

Explore something new together and try your hand at one of our potter’s wheels alongside someone special. Share a special moment while learning the basic technique in throwing a pot.

It is important to arrive 10-15 mins ahead of time. Our pottery studio is downstairs so the door will not remain open. The door will be locked shortly after 7 p.m. so please arrive early.

It is a long process for pottery to become ready to come home. Please allow 3-4 weeks for your pottery pieces to be finished for you. We will call you once they are ready for pickup.

Help fill the classes! Get a friend to sign up and receive 10% off, 15% off for the second, 20% off the third for the current term. We want to thank you for helping us spread the word. This discount cannot be combined with another offer.

When: April 8, 7-9:30 p.m.

Where: The Art School of Peterborough (174A Charlotte St, Peterborough)

Price: $90 per couple (Additional costs: For every piece you would like to keep, we will finish, fire and glaze for $10 a piece; Mug handles and additional $5. This must be prepaid the night of the workshop with cash, cheque, debit or credit card). You can keep as many pieces as you wish.

Sean Hully Jazz Group

Sean Hully brings back the first performance of the jazz quintet since 2015 playing hard bop standards. Joining him is Roger Chong on trombone, Randall Johnson Chung on guitar, Duncan Hopkins on bass, and Zebulun Barnow on drums.

This free event to the public is sponsored by UPM Local 518 and the Music Performance Trust Fund.

When: April 8, 5 p.m.-8 p.m.

Where: The Black Horse Pub (452 George St N, Peterborough)

Jackson Delta - True Blue at Market Hall

Peterborough’s own critically acclaimed blues trio, Jackson Delta returns to the Market Hall for what has been an interrupted annual reunion. It’s been a tough couple of years for musicians although Jackson Delta were lucky to have performed a handful of outdoor shows this past two summers.

The trio have performed all over North America from Memphis to Inuvik from Vancouver to Halifax. They have played countless Folk, Jazz and Blues Festivals plus radio and television and they still enjoy a dedicated fan base from across the years.

These days all members are involved in their own personal projects but always enjoy getting together and making their style of Blues that is upbeat and positive. They’ll be playing their ‘hits’ plus a sprinkling of newer tunes. As always, I’m sure there will be the usual stage banter that inevitably gets some laughs at a band members expense.

When: April 8, 8 p.m.

Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St, Peterborough)

Tickets: https://tickets.markethall.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=285

Check out the 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: Mar. 25, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Square

7 Day Riot at the Red Dog

7 Day Riot, Gathering Spirits and The PLQ at the Historic Red Dog Pub!

When: April 8, 7 p.m.

Where: Historic Red Dog (189 Hunter St. West, Peterborough)

Mini Pop Kids LIVE!

The Mini Pop Kids are back in theatres and relighting the stage with their brand-new Concert Tour featuring the years biggest hits! It is a family friendly experience everyone will love. 

This jam-packed concert features songs by Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa, BTS, Harry Styles, and Olivia Rodrigo alongside throwback favorites that EVERYONE will love. This isn't just a show, it's an experience for the whole family! Don't miss your chance to sing, dance, and POP with Canada's best-selling kids music group, the original Mini Pop Kids!

When: April 8, 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.

Where: Showplace Performance Centre (290 George St. N, Peterborough)

Tickets: https://secure1.tixhub.com/showplace/online/b_otix.asp#buyticket

Haven Brewery Game Day

Whether your idea of a game day is sports on the television, videogames on the television or board/card games we have them all available every Sunday from 1-6pm. Come join for a fun, chill, all around good time afternoon.

When: April 9, 1 p.m.-6 p.m.

Where: Haven Brewing Company (687 Rye St.)

Nominations Sought For Class of 2023 Pathway of Fame; Deadline On April 30

The 26th edition of the Pathway of Fame, Peterborough and District has opened their nominations to the public for inducting the class of 2023 announced on Tuesday.

The Pathway of Fame is a grassroots, not-for-profit organization comprised of community volunteers. The first class honoured was in 1998. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Nominations run until April 30 and submissions after the date will be considered for next year. They can be made for the following categories:

• Visual Arts

• Dramatic Arts

• Literary

• Entertainment/Musical

• Cultural Betterment

• Community Samaritan

• Community Builder

• Media

Nomination forms are available to download online or hard copies are available at Package Plus on Rink Street. There is a cost of $10 per nomination with e-transfers accepted at pathwayoffame22@outlook.com.

Those selected are vetted by a citizen’s committee appointed each year to review them and are recommended for induction by a Nominations Committee according to a press release.

The inductees are honoured each September and hosted at Showplace Performance Center. Their names will be engraved onto individual granite markers permanently installed along the Pathway of Fame at Del Crary Park.

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Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; March 31 - April 2

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Here are nine things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from March 31 to April 2!

The Peterborough Home & Cottage Show

The Peterborough Home & Cottage Show is the PREMIER Marketing Showplace. The Peterborough Home & Cottage Show has been in existence for 42 years and was originally known as the Kawartha Home & Sportsman Show. It started at the Kinsman Centre and the show moved to the Healthy Planet Arena after it was built, and has consistently attracted thousands of visitors each year.

Peterborough’s original – and STILL the largest – true Home Show is located east of Toronto and west of Ottawa, featuring over 160+ Home Show Exhibitors!

When:

• March 31, 4:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m.

• April 1 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• April 2 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Where: Healthy Planet Arena

2023 CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show

The Peterborough Tackle Swap and Fishing Show returns to Peterborough, Ontario under its new banner name and parent company, CANCAST Fishing. The 2023 CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show will mark the official 2nd running of the Peterborough event and will more than double in size for 2023!

The CANCAST Fishing and Tackle show will once again be a hybrid event featuring a new expo Industry EXPO side showcasing the latest products to hit the market from top industry manufacturers, top bait makers and some of Canada’s biggest retailers. Also included in the event is the largest used fishing and tackle swap meet in Eastern Ontario. To top it off, on site we will also feature some of the Top Fishing Guides, Fishing Charter Captains, Tournament Series Directors, and top Industry Prostaff. More details to be released soon. See you at “The Show” on April 2!

When: April 2, 9 a.m.

Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre and Morrow Building

Tickets: $11.30 plus tax, children under 12 enter free

André Bisson at Market Hall

From a small town in Northern Ontario to lively crowds across England and Wales, André Bisson has proved that he has a message worth listening to. With a career that spans over 20 years, his musical resume includes 9 studio albums, countless awards, and sold out shows across Canada, US, UK, and Europe.

As the sole songwriter and arranger for a group of 9 musicians, André has created his own musical brand infused with soul, roots, blues, and R&B. Using an eclectic combination of instruments, he creates a musical story that becomes the soundtrack for his lyrics.

Since first taking to the stage at age 15, André’s love and dedication have always been to the live show. Combining his powerhouse vocals with a group of world-class musicians, André makes it a priority to always give the audience an exciting, intense, and memorable musical experience. The connection between the musicians, the song, and the audience is always the ultimate goal.
Throughout the years, André’s style and philosophy toward music has attracted attention in the music community. Since his first album release in 2009, Andre has gained notoriety with awards such as “Male Vocalist of the Year” - Hamilton Blues Awards, “Song of the Year” - Blues and Roots Radio and a four-time nominee at the Hamilton Arts Awards. André was also selected by the Grand River Blues Society to compete at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.

With a dedication to the live show and a sound that is constantly growing and evolving, each performance is unique in its own way. It is these qualities that keep the audience engaged, excited and returning time and time again.

When: April 1, 8 p.m.

Where: Market Hall

Tickets: $30 per person

Lindsay Barr at The Black Horse Pub

Lindsay Barr at The Black Horse!

When: April 1, 9 p.m.

Where: The Black Horse Pub

Tickets: $10

Under the 13 Moons

For the family - Native winter stories, dance and theatre with celebrated artists Kehewin Dance Theatre from Alberta.

When: Mar. 31, noon - 1:30 p.m.

Where: Nozhem: First Peoples Performance Place (Trent University)

Tickets: Pay what you can!

Peterborough Saturday 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: April 1, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Square

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: April 1, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Morrow Park (151 Lansdowne St. W, Peterborough)

Make It Handmade Peterborough Crafter’s Market

Come out and support these amazing artisans. So much talent under one roof!
You will not be disappointed!! Check out our list of vendors!!!

1. twisted yarn

2. DeFreitas Designs

3. Trent River Designs

4. Debbie's Treasured Creations

5. Olivia Barrett Art

6. Gemonyx Designs

7. Mallory Makes Crafty Things (Insta)

8. Crafts by Krissie

9. KM Creations

10. The Nature In Us

11. The Grandmothers Shoppe

12. Playful Mud Pottery

13. Doreen Coombes

14. 4 A&K

15. noel_rose_creations

16. Bluebird Valley Art

17. Strung Out Sisters

18. Kraftastik Kreations

When: April 2, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Legion (1550 Lansdowne St. W.)

Tickets: Free

SPARK Photo Festival 2023 Opening Reception

Join us for an afternoon reception to launch the 10th Anniversary SPARK Photo Festival!

We’ll celebrate the launch of the Festival, including the reveal of much-anticipated Light the SPARK: Emerging Artists Exhibit, and announce the award winners of the Water Themed Juried Exhibit.

• View the four exhibits installed at the library

• Meeting the Emerging Artists and other SPARK photographers

• Mix & mingle

• Enjoy light refreshments

• Remarks at 3 p.m.

Join photographers, volunteers, SPARK supporters and members of the jury and help us kickoff our month-long photography festival.

When: April 2, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Public Library

Tickets: Free but advanced registration required