Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; June 9 - 11
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The Annual Father’s Day Smoke and Steam Show is Back at Lang Pioneer Village
/The Lang Pioneer Village Museum’s 2023 event season kicks off on Sunday, June 18 with the 26th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show.
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From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, treat dad to a nostalgic Father’s Day filled with tractors and powerful equipment.
Watch as local collectors bring to life some of the oldest antique tractors and steam engines around as they compete for over 20 awards including Best Unique Exhibit, Best Display and Lang Pioneer Village’s Choice.
Watch as tractors try to balance on a tilted platform as fast as possible or maneuver through an obstacle course while balancing a tin can on a stick. View displays of smoke and steam collectibles, hit and miss engines, antique tool collections and more. The tractor games, including lawn tractor races, begin at noon.
Throughout the Village, learn about the many ways power was generated in the 1800s. See the Shingle Mill in full operation powered by volunteers and antique engines. Enjoy a variety of historic demonstrations including spring-pole lathe, broad axe hand hewing, natural dyeing, spinning, grinding at the Grist Mill and more. Hop on board a tractor and wagon ride and tour the historic village in style. Take some time to pause and enjoy live music by Glen Caradus & Fiddling Jay. Check out the model train display brought by the Ganaraska Railway Modellers and Jim Burchell. Kids can take part in some old-fashioned games in the schoolyard and make a paper whistle to take home. Don’t forget to visit the farm animals, on loan from Harley Farms for the summer.
Demonstrators and visitors can enjoy a pancake breakfast (served while supplies last) in the Peterborough County Agricultural Heritage Building (additional fee applies). Refreshments and sweet treats will be available for purchase throughout the day at the Keene Hotel, or stop by Ben’s Kettle Corn who will be popping up fresh kettle corn. The Keene Lions Club food truck will also be onsite selling BBQ goods and there will be fresh Empire Cheese curd available for purchase in the Cheese Factory. If you haven’t already over-indulged in delicious treats, take part in the pie-eating contest on the Village Green.
The day will conclude with a tractor parade through the historic village beginning at 3 p.m.
Admission to the 26th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show is $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors (60+), $7 for youths (ages 5-14) and free for children under 5.
Family admission is also available for $40, which 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. For more information, visit the website.
QUAKERborough Releases New Commercial Highlighting Plant Employees in the Peterborough Community
/Quaker Oats (PepsiCo Canada) has released a new commercial for the QUAKERborough brand, which includes employees from the local Quaker Plant at 34 Hunter St. W.
Photo courtesy of citizen relations PR.
“In 1902, Peterborough welcomed Quaker into the proud community we now like to call QUAKERborough – a place with great food and welcoming neighbours who make you feel right at home,” says Logan Chambers, Senior Director of Marketing with PepsiCo Canada. “Acknowledging the warmth and support that Quaker has received over the years, the brand is on a mission to personally welcome newcomers to the city with open arms with the help of our dedicated plant employees and the New Canadians Centre in Peterborough.”
The process started in April of this year, when Peterborough’s New Canadians Centre advertised a casting call on social media for a family new to the community.
Now two months later, the commercial shows the QUAKERborough van driving around the community, and assisting the new family in moving a couch into their home.
Crossing Guard Appreciation Week June 5 to 9
/The City of Peterborough is encouraging residents to show their support and appreciation for their neighbourhood crossing guards during Crossing Guard Appreciation Week from June 5 to 9.
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“It's important to recognize the many people working as crossing guards who help our students have a safe journey to and from school each day. As a community, we count on their friendly, dedicated commitment to the safety of our children,” said Councillor Keith Riel, transportation portfolio chair. “We hope that students, parents, and drivers take a moment this week to tell our crossing guards how much you appreciate them.”
If you are interested in becoming a crossing guard with the City of Peterborough, apply online or contact the City via phone 705-742-7777 ext. 1787 or by email.
Quick facts:
The City of Peterborough currently employs 52 school crossing guards and is looking to fill more positions for September 2023.
All vehicles and cyclists are required by the Ontario Highway Traffic Act to stop and wait until children and Crossing Guards have cleared the entire roadway at school crossings before proceeding
Support your local crossing guards by:
Stop when a crossing guard raises his or her stop sign.
Take notice of whether a guard is on duty and slow down when approaching school crossing locations.
Obey the law. Remain stopped until all children and the crossing guard have completely exited the roadway.
Proceed with caution – obey posted speed limits and observe all no stopping and no parking signs – park in designated areas only.
Queensville Players Theatre Group to Host Benefit Concert for Rowghan MacHart’s Transition Home June 17
/The Queensville Players community theatre group is hosting a benefit concert for cast member Rowghan MacHart on June 17; raising funds to support the re-fitting of her home with wheelchair accessible features.
photo courtesy of the queensville players.
After a collision on Hwy. 7 claimed the lives of 52-year-old Stefphanie Hart, 46-year-old Jonathan MacDonell and 18-year-old Riddick Hart in November of 2022, the Queensville Players of Keswick, Ontario are hosting a benefit concert for now 14-year-old Rowghan Hart who suffered life-altering injuries as a result of the accident.
Karin Simpson, president of the Queensville Players group and musical director for the show said that all four family members had roles in their production of Disney’s High School Musical, with Riddick playing Troy Bolton.
“Over the course of three months, we would rehearse anywhere from nine to twelve hours a week, and the MacHart’s would come all the way from Peterborough to Keswick,” Simpson said. “For the three hours (round-trip) to get there, and the three hours to rehearse, they came as a family. It was important to them that they did the show together.”
A week before the show started, Simpson says the crew was in the theatre everyday rehearsing. She says she remembers how close they all grew to each other as the MacHart family would stay at her home on occasion.
On Sunday, November 20 the group had another run of their show at the Stephen Leacock Theatre.
“People came from all over to see the show and were left raving about it, but (the cast) was really sad on that Sunday because we knew it wouldn’t be until Wednesday that we’d get to see each other again,” recalls Simpson.
It was that Tuesday, November 22 that the accident happened on Hwy. 7 near Drummond Line.
The next day, Simpson and the cast of the High School Musical production gathered at the theatre with a trauma team, sharing fond memories of the MacHart family. At the time Simpson recalls not knowing if Rowghan was going to live due to the injuries she sustained.
“We stayed there in the theatre and just held space with one another,” she said. “We had to cancel the show, there was no way we were going to go on with the level of grief that we all felt. Their roles were not replaceable.”
It was after the tragedy that Simpson says the Queensville Players knew they needed to do something for the MacHart family.
“When a tragedy like this happens you always feel helpless because you want to help so much, but of course the one thing that everybody wants in the world is the one thing that you can’t do- to bring them back,” said Simpson. “So with this (concert) we just want to wrap Rowghan in as much love from the community as possible and support her financially, emotionally and physically through whatever we can do.”
As a part of the event, two Ed Sheeran concert tickets to his June 17 show at the Rogers Centre in Toronto were raffled off, and on the day of the benefit concert there will be more raffle items and a 50/50 draw to participate in.
All proceeds from the Rowghan MacHart Benefit Concert will go towards the renovation of her home, making it wheelchair accessible.
“She’s going to face a lot of challenges, and there are many things that we’re not going to be able to foresee happening in this moment,” said Simpson.
She says the Queensville Players intend to support Rowghan through a similar benefit concert next year as well.
“The need for support will be an ongoing thing and the desire to be there for her will also be everlasting,” she said.
The matinee concert will take place at 2 p.m. June 17 at the Stephen Leacock Theatre in Keswick. Tickets are available for purchase using the link.
For those who wish to donate to the MacHart family GoFundMe, follow this link.
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Community Care’s 35th Annual Grandparent of the Year Award Ceremony to Take Place June 6
/Community Care Peterborough is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its intergenerational recognition program, ‘Grandparent of the Year,’ which honours children’s relationship with a Grandparent, Elder or special older person in their lives, with this year’s winners and honourable mentions will be announced on June 6.
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Over the years, thousands of school children from across the City and County of Peterborough have nominated a loved one for this award. Children are encouraged to submit a hand-drawn picture and a piece of writing that addresses what is important about their relationship with their Grandparent, Elder or special older person, and why they think their nominee should win the award.
This year, Community Care received almost 200 entries and their panel of volunteer judges has chosen: one winner and two honourable mentions from each group of grades; primary and junior. Primary is Grades 2 & 3, and junior is Grades 4, 5, & 6. Submissions were accepted in both English and French.
“We want to thank every child that entered, they have a participation certificate coming to them,” said Alicia Vandine, CCP’s donor relations and communications lead. “Every year we are amazed by the scope of stories we have received, it was not an easy task for our volunteer judges to choose the winners.”
After two years of virtual events, Community Care says they are looking forward to a return to an in-person awards ceremony on June 6 at 6 p.m. at the lower level Community Room in the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N, Peterborough).
For more information about the annual Grandparent of the Year event, visit the website.
New Canadians Centre Launches Multicultural Food Crawl For June
/The New Canadians Centre (NCC) and the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (PTBO DBIA) have put on a fun and delicious way to celebrate diversity with the Canadian Multicultural Festival during all of June, announced at Poco Burro Burritos on Thursday morning.
(from left to right) Minal Burdrani, Poco Burro co-owner; Tu Nguyen, NCC community engagement assistant; Andy Cragg, NCC execcutive director and Sunny Dalia, Poco BUrro co-owner. Poco Burro had opened at the former Jimmy Guaco’s location on Nov. 7. Photo by David Tuan bui.
The festival is being kicked off with the launch of the Multicultural Food Crawl involving 10 Downtown Peterborough restaurants.
For every $10 spent during June, a stamp is given for your Multicultural Food Passport. Six stamps enter food lovers in a draw to win one of three $100 Boro Gift Cards. Passports can be collected at the ten participating restaurants or at NCC.
The following are the Downtown restaurants:
Bhojan
Brothers Pizza
Curry Mantra
Dirty Burger
La Hacienda
La Mesita
Levantine Grill
Milk and Tea Shop
Naka Japanese
Poco Burro Burritos
On June 24, free samples from the 10 restaurants are available from noon to 7 p.m.
Participants can vote for their favourite restaurant on the food crawl online where two posts are chosen at random to win a $25 Boro Gift Card. Tag us to share your experience @newcanadianscentre #multiculturalfoodcrawlptbo We will draw 2 posts at random to win a $25 Boro Gift Card!
“Journey through the culinary world in downtown Peterborough,” said Hillary Flood, PTBO DBIA communications and marketing manager. “We are very excited to support the New Canadians Centre for the second Canadian Multicultural Festival and to recognize the hard work of these newcomer entrepreneurs.”
In addition to the Food Crawl, there are several Canadian Multicultural Festival activities for the month of June:
June 24: Family Zumba party at Peterborough Square Courtyard
June 26: An introduction to Cricket with the Peterborough Cricket Club at New Canadians Centre
June 27: “Healing & Hope – Reflections on the Refugee Experience” Community Conversation at the Peterborough Public Library
June 28: Try Vietnamese Cooking at New Canadians Centre
June 29: K-Pop Dance Workshop at YMCA
June 30: Crafts from around the world at New Canadians Centre
June 30: Salsa Dance Night at Quaker City Square
“Celebrating the richness of multiculturalism is a cornerstone of our work,” said Andy Craig, NCC executive director. “We are so fortunate to share in unique customs, music, dance, food, sports and stories that contribute to a vibrant community.”
June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
Local Business Owner Allan Hill Named JA-NEO's Volunteer of the Year
/In recognition of his commitment and support, JA Northern and Eastern Ontario (JA-NEO) has announced that Allan Hill has been awarded Volunteer of the Year.
Since 2013, Allan has been an avid JA supporter and has volunteered his time and resources to a wide range of JA programs, including JA Days, JA Career Tour and World of Choices. Photo courtesy of JA-NEO.
“On behalf of JA-NEO, I am honoured to recognize Allan for his ongoing contributions,” said John McNutt, JA-NEO president and CEO. “From providing food and refreshments to sharing his business experience with students from across our region, his contributions have continued to make a positive impact and we are grateful for his support.”
Allan has worked for Domino’s Pizza for over 30 years and owns multiple franchise stores throughout the Peterborough area.
“As a volunteer, Allan has dedicated countless hours to programs that drive the success of youth in our region,” said McNutt. “He recognizes that we all have a role to play in helping the next generation progress on the road to success. Allan continues to be an outstanding mentor and business leader who guides those around him and helps them achieve lifelong success.”
In 2021, Allan was inducted into the JA-NEO Business Hall of Fame for his contributions to youth in the region and his success in his business ventures according to a press release.
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Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; June 2 - 4
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Here are ten things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from June 2 - 4!
Kawartha Craft Beer Festival
The sixth annual Kawartha Craft Beer Festival returns to Del Crary Park after a three-year hiatus for a one-day all-ages event.
The festival is an all-ages event for the first time. The event features 10 Ontario Craft Breweries, cideries, three local food vendors, games and live music throughout the day.
When: June 3, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Del Crary Park
Tickets: $15 in advance (plus tax), $20 at the door (plus tax)
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: June 2, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: Free
Kawartha Downs Monster Madness Tour
Monster Madness Tour 2023 presented by Edge Motorsports! Whether it's the visual of a 10,000-pound machine flying through the air, the unforgettable smell of methanol or the ferocious sounds of a 1200-horsepower motor, the Monster Madness Tour will overload your senses and blow you away!
Reminder: Tickets purchases after May 26 DO NOT INCLUDE PIT PARTY PASS - please add the $5 pit party pass when purchasing your tickets online if you wish to attend the pit party
12 p.m. Doors
12:30 p.m. VIP Pit Party Entry
1 p.m. GA Pit Party Entry
2:30 p.m. Showtime
5-7 p.m. Live music
When: June 3 & 4, 12:00 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Kawartha Downs
Tickets: $6.80 - $54.20
Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny
Due to overwhelming demand, Just For Laughs has announced that additional cities have been added for UK comedy superstar Jimmy Carr with his new show Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny. A household name in UK television and star of the UK’s most streamed Netflix comedy special of 2021, His Dark Material, Jimmy, will make his first appearance in Peterborough, Ont. on Friday at Peterborough Memorial Centre as part of his national Terribly Funny tour.
Jimmy’s show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Terrible things that might have affected you or people you know and love. But they’re just jokes - they are not the terrible things. Having political correctness at a comedy show is like having health and safety at a rodeo. Now you’ve been warned, buy a ticket.
When: June 2, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
Tickets: $45.50 to $65.50
League 1 Ontario Women's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Unionville Milliken SC
The Electric City Football Club Women’s Team hosts the Unionville Milliken SC for a regular-season match at Fleming College.
When: June 3, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15 - $30
Sun Life Walk to Cure Diabetes for JDRF
This June, join us for the Sun Life Walk to Cure Diabetes for JDRF at Nicholls Oval.
Celebrating 30 years of progress, commitment and improving the lives of those impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D). Together We Walk to cure T1D.
When: June 4
Where: Nicholls Oval
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: June 3, 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: June 3, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Quaker Foods City Square
TASSS Presents: The Wizard of Oz Musical
After a three-year hiatus, students of Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School are back into theatrical productions. This year, they are putting on a musical of the classic “The Wizard of Oz” for four performances spanning three dates.
Dates for the shows are as follows:
June 1, 7 p.m.
June 2, 7 p.m.
June 3, 2 p.m.
June 3, 7 p.m.
When: June 1 - 3
Where: Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School
Tickets: $20
Capable Con
The Council for Persons with Disabilities’s Capable Con is back to help further support the Peterborough community in living, learning, playing, and working equally! It is a family-friendly, educational convention that is free to attend and designed to create open, healthy dialogues about disabilities and accessibility.
When: June 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Millennium Park
Tickets: Free
New Stages Theatre Presents ‘Sweat’ by Lynn Nottage
/New Stages Theatre concludes its 25th season with a one-night-only staged reading of ‘Sweat’ starring Christopher Allen, Andrew Chown, Beau Dixon, Kait Dueck, René Escobar Jr., Catherine Fitch, Tony Munch & Ordena Stephens-Thompson June 11 at Market Hall.
photo courtesy of new stages theatre.
