Photos: The Fourth Annual Peterborough VegFest Flourishes Despite Heavy Rain
/There were 38 vendors and waves of people that hit up the fourth annual Peterborough VegFest at Millennium Park on Sunday.
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Two Alpacas Took To The Streets Of Peterborough To Spread Joy And Celebrate 'Frozen Too Snowy Adventures' At Woolley Wonderland Farms
/Karen Wooley of Woolley Wonderland Farm in Lakehurst took to the streets of Peterborough with her two alpacas in tow to promote ‘Frozen Too Snowy Adventures’.
Karen Woolley, owner, brought alpacas Sniper and Kodiak are nine-year-old brothers to promote their upcoming ‘Frozen Too Adventures’. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
Woolley says their farm usually visits schools, seniors homes, birthday parties etc. through ‘Critter Visits’ though due to COVID they have not been able to do so.
“It’s been so slow, I’ve just been scratching me head asking ok how do I get people to come to me,” she said. “So I took my alpacas for a walk through East City.”
Woolley says people approached her on the street with tears in their eyes saying they needed to see something like this, with all that’s going on in the world.
“People needed to see something strange, and fun that would make them laugh on a Friday,” said Woolley. “Joy is what we bring and it doesn’t need to make sense.”
Woolley, along with Kodiak and Sniper the alpacas, were promoting ‘Frozen Too Snowy Adventures’ being hosted at Wooley Wonderland Farms.
‘Frozen Too Adventures’, inspired by Frozen the popular children’s movie, will allow visitors to meet characters from the film.
Queen Elsa will be there ready to pose with those wanting a photo, with Kristoff on scene with his reindeer (pony) for sleigh rides.
Sven and Olaf will hang out in the Snow Zone ready for some games.
Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post will feature mini cows, donkeys, goats, ducks, chickens, sheep and alpacas to pet.
Due to COVID restrictions and wanting to keep families safe visitors must book a time slot to attend. For full details and to purchase a pass click here.
2020 Taste Of Downtown Has Been Cancelled Due To Covid-19 Crisis
/With the uncertainty around Covid-19 and timelines around this physical distancing phase, the popular downtown event Taste of Downtown has been cancelled for 2020.
Taste of Downtown was scheduled for Saturday, June 6th on Charlotte Street. The event typically features more than 20 local restaurants, live entertainment, a beer garden, and family activities. The event will return to Charlotte Street on June 5th, 2021.
File photo courtesy DBIA
“The most important thing right now is that people look after themselves, stay safe, and stay home,” says Terry Guiel, Executive Director of the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area. “Rest assured, when we get through this crisis and it’s safe to hold events again, we’re going to host a big party downtown and everyone’s invited.”
In the meantime, if you still want a taste of what the downtown has to offer, check out their list of downtown eateries that are open for takeout and delivery here.
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Don't Miss The 2nd Annual Campfires & Cocktails Event At Canadian Canoe Museum
/The 2nd Annual “Campfires & Cocktails” event takes place Saturday, April 18th at the Canadian Canoe Museum this year, and the theme is Channel Your Flannel.
There will be live music by the Dixie Hicks (Melissa Payne, Kate Suhr and Kate Brioux), along with a special appearance by Robert Atyeo and Wayne O’Connor. Peterborough’s own Jason Wilkins will be illustrating a paddle live at the event, which will then be available to win in a live auction that takes place. The signature cocktail will be provided by Blacks Distillery and uniquely crafted for the event.
Mike Judson (MC for the event) and Neil Morton (Honorary Chair) portaging a canoe on wires at Canadian Canoe Museum
Funds raised throughout the event will support the award-winning educational and public programs offered at the Museum.
Honorary Chair for this year’s event is our own Neil Morton, and the MC is Mike Judson, an avid outdoorsman and Co-Host of Mike and Miles in the Morning on Pure Country 105.
Dixie Hicks performing at last year’s event
At the event, you can sample campfire-inspired cuisine prepared and served by local culinary experts while listening to the local musicians, as you stroll through the galleries of The Canadian Canoe Museum with a signature cocktail in hand.
Neil Morton and Mike Judson trying to paddle at Canadian Canoe Museum
You are encouraged to channel your flannel and dress in your favourite flannel and plaid.
Tickets are $75 per person. This is a 19+ event. Get your tickets here.
Photo from last year’s event courtesy Canadian Canoe Museum
Watch this promo video below produced by StudioPTBO.com…
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Central Smith Ice Cream Hosting Ice Cream Social In Support Of PRHC Foundation
/On Saturday, July 20th, Central Smith Ice Cream will be raising money for the PRHC Foundation by hosting an ice cream social at Central Smith (739 Lindsay Road) from 11 a.m. to 4 pm.
There will be plenty of fun for the whole family, including a jumpy castle, games, a BBQ, face painting, a silent auction (with amazing prizes), an obstacle course and an ice cream eating contest!
PRHC will also be hosting an open mic. Sign up sheets for both events will be in the parlour, or you can email shelby@centralsmith.ca to submit an entry.
All proceeds from the day will be donated to the PRHC Foundation. For more info on the yummy event, click here.
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14th Annual Seedy Sunday Takes Place March 10th At Emmanuel East United Church
/On Sunday, March 10th, the 14th Annual Seedy Sunday takes place. This popular seed sale and swap is a great place to get all the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to get growing this season, and get inspired for spring!
More than 20 vendors will be selling a huge diversity of locally grown heirloom vegetable, flower and herb seeds, vermicomposting supplies, bulbs and fruit trees and bushes. Ten community groups will be displaying information about their work, and providing visitors opportunities to get involved with local food, farming, water and environmental programs.
The Seed Exchange Area there is a great place to swap seeds with other growers, pick up some new and unique seed varieties, and chat with other seed savers.
There will be informative workshops for this free event, including: Pruning Fruit Trees & Bushes, Growing Great Soil, Rematriation of Seeds and Saving Tree & Native Plant Seeds.
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7th Annual NCC Gala "One Night In The Philippines" Takes Place March 2nd
/The New Canadians Centre’s 7th Annual Gala celebration “One Night in the Philippines” takes place on Saturday, March 2nd at ARIA in downtown Peterborough.
Members of the local Filipino community will put together an authentic menu for the reception at the cocktail-style fundraiser. In addition, the Northumberland Multicultural Dance Troupe, headed by Thelma Dillon, will present a variety of folk dances hailing from various parts of the Philippines. You can round off the night with the dynamic five-piece band EZRock, a regular at the popular Bistro Manila in Toronto.
Photo courtesy New Canadians Centre
Attendees will enjoy traditional Filipino foods, a dance, and can take part in the exciting live auction where prizes include: a pair of Vegas Golden Knight tickets and Westjet flight voucher; an exclusive tasting and tour at Black’s Distillery with appetizers from Ashburnham Ale House; homemade Indian dinner for 12; and more!
Tickets are $150 each and a tax receipt for a portion of the ticket price will be emailed after the event date. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the evening’s host is Jan Michael Itong. For more information regarding “One Night in the Philippines” and to purchase tickets, click here.
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2019 JJ Stewart Chrysler Winter Classic Takes Place February 18th At Lakefield College
/The 2019 JJ Stewart Chrysler Winter Classic will take place on Monday, February 18th at Lakefield College from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. This year’s event is in support of Autism Ontario Peterborough Chapter, as well as the Tarkington and Dombroski families.
Four boys and two girls teams will be participating, and the teams include: Leon’s Peterborough, CrossFit Kawartha, Village Pet Food & Supply, Elmhirst Excavating, Birdsall Beach Resort and Rapid Lift Inc. The Hardest Working Playing Awards are sponsored by Mr Sub on Lansdowne St., and participants will be collecting pledges for the Autism Ontario Peterborough Chapter.
Players participating in 2019 JJ Stewart Chrysler Winter Classic. Front: Molly, Lili, Andrew, Liam, Carson, Sam and Logan. Back: Event Mascot Derek, Organizers Michelle, Mark, Aaron, Dani and Tom from Leon’s
A silent auction, bake sale and Chuck-A-Puck will be organized with all proceeds supporting the Tarkington and Dombroski families. Organizers are looking for silent auction donations, which can be dropped off to Aaron or Dani at Leon’s Peterborough (1731 Lansdowne Street West.).
For more info on the event, click here.
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Lock & Paddle 2018 Takes Place June 24th
/This year's Lock & Paddle takes place Sunday, June 24th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Peterborough Lift Lock.
Last year, 328 paddlecraft filled both tubs combined in a record-setting display, and organizers want to do the same this year.
Photo by Neil Morton, PTBOCanada
