Peterborough Petes Drop First Game of the Season, 3-1 to North Bay Battalion

The Peterborough Petes get their first loss of the season as the North Bay Batallion earned a road win, 3-1 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The game had a quiet start and remained scoreless after the first period. North Bay outshot the Petes 10-5 heading into the second.

Owen Van Steensel struck first for the Batallaion, sneaking a rebound by Michael Simpson on the powerplay to open the scoring. Petes’ J.R Avon had his chance on a partial breakaway against Winnipeg Jets prospect, Dom DiVincentiis but came up short, keeping Peterborough off the board into the third.

Avon avenged his breakaway chance from a pass off Tucker Robertson to tie the game at 1-1, 15 seconds into the third.

North Bay’s Dalyn Wakely regained the lead from tipped a shot from Paul Christopoulos to make it 2-1 lead halfway through the period. The Petes tried to tie the game but North Bay’s Justin Ertel got an empty-net goal for the insurance goal and the 3-1 win.

Three Stars of the game:

• 1st star – 16 Owen Van Steensel (Battalion) - 1 goal

• 2nd star – 31 Michael Simpson (Petes) - 30 Saves

• 3rd star – 14 Dalyn Wakely (Battalion) - 1 goal

The Petes next game is on the road for the first time, this Saturday against the Barrie Colts. Peterborough has a 2-1 record with their first three games at home.

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Electric City Culture Council Cancels Upcoming Artsvote Meeting

The Electric City Culture Council (EC3) has cancelled the Artsvote Peterborough candidates meeting for this Tuesday due to COVID-19.

Open Mic poetry at the Silver Bean Café on May 4. Photo courtesy of EC3 and Andy Carroll.

This decision comes as Peterborough Public Health raised the COVID-19 Risk Index to ‘very high’ on Wednesday and recommends people avoid indoor social gatherings.

EC3 staff are currently dealing with COVID-19-related illnesses.

Due to the nature of the event, where the public and candidates sit together face-to-face to have discussions, EC3 says they felt it is best to make this call.

EC3 and the Artsvote Peterborough Coalition are currently developing an alternate plan for candidates to speak on these important issues, with more details to come.

The Electric City Culture Council is a not-for-profit organization supporting the arts and culture community in Peterborough.

They provide strategic leadership, research, grants, professional development and partnerships that build and strengthen the arts sector in our community.

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Advanced Voting For 2022 Municipal Election To Begin Oct. 8

The first in-person voting opportunity for the 2022 Municipal Election in the City of Peterborough will be at advance voting locations starting on Saturday.

Votes can be casted in-person or online by using your Voter Notification Card. File photo.

There are three advance voting days to cast ballots in person on Saturday, Oct. 15 and Oct. 22 before Election Day on Oct. 24.

Voting locations are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on advance voting days, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the day of the election.

For in-person voting, voters can go to one of the voting locations in their designated wards (one of the five electoral districts where they live in the City.) Voting locations are listed on the Voter Notification Card. Residents can check what ward they live in using the City’s interactive ward map: www.peterborough.ca/whatsmyward.

On Election Day, there will be 16 designated voting locations throughout the City.

In-person advance voting locations include:

• Ward 1 – Otonabee: Healthy Planet Arena, 911 Monaghan Rd.

• Ward 2 – Monaghan: Westdale United Church, 1509 Sherbrooke St.

• Ward 3 – Town: Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St. N.

• Ward 4 – Ashburnham: Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham St.

• Ward 5 – Northcrest: Northview Community Church, 1000 Fairbairn St.

• Advance accessible voting – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 17 to 21 at City Hall, 500 George St. N.

When voting in person, voters are asked to bring their Voter Notification Card for the quickest experience at voting locations. People who are eligible to vote in the election can still vote if they are not registered or do not have their Voter Notification Card by showing identification that has their name and qualifying address.

Residents who are experiencing homelessness or do not have a permanent home or fixed address can still vote. Election staff will assist them in determining eligibility.

Free rides through Peterborough Transit to and from voting locations on advance voting days and Election Day will be offered. To use this service, voters are asked to show their Voter Notification Card when getting on the bus.

For in-person voting, voters are encouraged to follow Peterborough Public Health guidance on public health measures based on the local COVID-19 Risk Index, which is currently at the “very high” level.

The City of Peterborough has consulted with Peterborough Public Health on planning for in-person voting locations. Measures to help protect the health of voters and staff at voting locations will be in place.

To vote online, voters will need their voter ID and PIN number provided on their Voter Notification Cards that they will receive in the mail.

Online voting is open from 10 a.m. on Oct. 1 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 24 at www.peterborough.ca/vote.

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First Friday Artist Spotlight: Joe Stable

For 55 years, Joe Stable has been an artist, developing his craft through different forms and mediums.

Residing in his Peterborough studio, Stable recently fell in love with copper to the extent of opening a second gallery to showcase his creations. The Acme Art Studio and Copper Closet are participating venues for First Friday.

First Friday Peterborough (FFPTBO) is a downtown monthly art crawl that allows you to experience the city’s art, music and food scene while supporting local artists, people watching and taking in some city sights all at once.

FFPTBO is dedicated to showcasing the immense artistic and musical talent in the Peterborough community. The art crawl is a self-guided tour of downtown galleries, studios, shops and cafés that takes place on the first Friday of every month.

FFPTBO Art Crawl Schedule Oct. 7 schedule from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. (individual venue hours may vary):

• Miguel Hernandez: New Works | TSC gallery & Studio, 280 Perry St., Unit 10A

• Victoria Wallace, Miguel Hernández + Marcia Watt: New Works |  Studio 10A, 280 Perry St., Unit 10A

• Instructor of The Art School of Peterborough Spotlight + Launch Shop | The Art School of Peterborough, 174A Charlotte St.

• Celebrate Canadian Library Month! Interactive Book-End craft | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St. N. √

• The Oddities Show: Various artists + DJ @codyodez 6-8 p.m. and @otonabeatsradio 8-10 p.m. | Jason Wilkins Factory, 188 Hunter St. W. #7

• Susie Julia: Whimsy & Wonder + Pumpkin milkshakes + Patel Pilsner on special  | The Dirty Burger, 211 Hunter St. W.

• Bethany Davis: Follow the Trees | Odenabe Books, 410 George St.

• Grand Opening! The Neighbourhood Vintage, ft. mural installation by: Brooklin Stormie + Bethany Davis | The Neighbourhood Vintage, 391 Water St.

• Spooky Sampler: Various artists showcase + sale, Guest Chef Kayla Daluz  | Tragically Dipped, 386 Water St.

• Gillian Turnham: Earth Measure | Acme Art Gallery, Commerce Building, 129 1/2 Hunter St. W.

• Kim Beavis Sanderson: Rage in Retro *Please download the App Artivive to interact! + Andrea Andrews: Macabre Charcoal + Graphite | Francey Studio, Commerce Building, 129 1/2 Hunter St. W., Studio #3

• Enzo Stimpson: leiðangur – photo expedition of wonder seen through the eyes of a pubescent male +  Luke Best: Music Photography | We Design, 393 Water St., Unit #16

• Nicole Bauberger: RavenMonsterDress  | Atelier Ludmila Gallery, Commerce Building 129 1/2 Hunter St. W. Studio #1

• Kelly Albin: Gone Postal + Juli Sage: Blue Whimsy | Blue Frogs Legs Studio, Commerce Building 129 1/2 Hunter St. W. #7

• Paddler Press: Poetry & Art Journal6 | Commerce Building, 129 1/2 Hunter St. W.

• Various Artists showcase | Studio 5, Commerce Building, 2nd Floor, 129 1/2 Hunter St. W.

• FFPTBO After Party | Gordon Best Theatre, 216 Hunter St. W. 

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Riverview Park And Zoo Releases Second Jigsaw Puzzle Fundraiser For New Locomotive Next Season

The Riverview Park and Zoo have released a puzzle of their miniature train ride puzzle for a second consecutive year, fundraising a replacement locomotive and its passenger coaches for next year announced Wednesday.

Photo courtesy of the Riverview Park & Zoo.

The 308-piece, 11 x 17-inch puzzle of the current 1860 locomotive replica is a limited-edition gift for $20. They are available at the Riverview gift shop beginning on Thanksgiving weekend (the gift shop closes for the season after Oct. 10) or at certain local retailers while quantities last.

“We felt that including the F86 Sabre Jet Plane, flown in the Korean War, would introduce a whole new point of interest for our community,” says Shauna Moodie, Zoo advisory chair.

The zoo’s miniature train ride was established in 1974 and has provided regular income that sustains the operations and helps to make necessary capital improvements to exhibits and the park. The ride is just over two kilometres long and is $2 to ride or free for children under two.

There are six bench dedications left on the new train available for sponsorship, used to recognize anyone or your company’s contribution to the Park and Zoo or dedicate it in honour of a special project or a loved one. Dedications are $2,500 each.

Riverview Park and Zoo’s goal is to raise $300,000 with $225,000 already raised.

Since 1933, Riverview Park and Zoo is Canada’s only free-admission accredited zoo with nearly a quarter of a million annual visitors.

They received the fighter jet monument in 1971 and display it to honour the people from Peterborough who fought for Canada.

Donate to the train campaign: https://forms.riverviewparkandzoo.ca/Donations.

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Third Annual 'Winter is Coming' Food Drive Launched to Aid Food Insecurity in Peterborough County

The third annual ‘Winter is Coming Food Drive’ has been launched by Kawartha Food Share (KFS) and Peterborough-Kawartha MPP Dave Smith to aid in food insecurity for Peterborough County announced on Thursday.

Non-perishable goods and monetary donations are being collected on five separate dates in different locations to aid their respective townships.

“These food drives are always such a great way for community members living in the county,” said Ashlee Aitken, KFS general manager. “The rising cost of food has made this a very difficult year for KFS, our member agencies and of course, food insecure community members.”

Aitken says the food bank aided 7,000-8,000 people prior to the pandemic that began in March 2020. That number rose to 9,000 during the winter months. During the pandemic, demand would increase by 20 per cent to 12,000 people.

Smith is collecting at most of the listed dates and aided the campaign in its last two years. The grand total has raised almost $40,000 worth of cash and food donations in November 2020.

“I was a member of the Kinsmen Club and our motto was to 'serve the community's greatest needs' and I've always taken that to heart,” explained Smith. “I now have an opportunity where people recognize my name more than they did say 10 years ago with different groups. I have that opportunity to use my name and do good for my community.”

The following is a listed schedule of the ‘Winter is Coming’ campaign:

• Havelock Foodland collecting for Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Food Bank from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 1

• Lakefield Giant Tiger collecting for Lakefield Community Food Bank from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 20

• John’s Your Independent Grocer collecting for Bridgenorth Food Bank from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 28

• Buckhorn Foodland collecting for Rural Outreach from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 29

• Morello’s Independent Gorce collecting for North Kawartha Food Bank from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 5*

*A special drive to support the Apsley food bank, who has lost their community’s only grocery store in a fire late last year.

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Hometown PTBO: Matt "Diamond" Holtby On Going From a Radio DJ to a Musician

This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with musician and former radio DJ Matt Holtby about going from the radio booth to music, his recent affiliation with DOSES and past musical projects.

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Silver Bean Café Becomes Canadian Canoe Museum’s Café Operator In New Partnership

Getting a latté at the Canadian Canoe Museum (CCM) is easier for next summer as they are bringing a Silver Bean Café location to the museum’s new site on Ashburnham Drive in a partnership announced on Thursday.

Photo courtesy of The Canadian Canoe Museum.

Also known as ‘Silver Bean Café on the Lake,’ the menu will consist of specialty sandwiches and salads, made-to-order breakfasts, bakery items and coffee and various grab-and-go options. Kawartha Dairy ice cream will be served in the summer while soup, chilli and other comfort foods in the winter. The café will be licensed to serve alcohol.

“We were searching for an energetic, warm and welcoming team with proven experience to manage and operate the museum’s new café, that was also community-minded and would work with us to enhance our visitor experience,” says Carolyn Hyslop, CCM executive director.

The café will offer tourists, surrounding neighbours and the general public delectable delights year-round.

Silver Bean Café is expected to be open seven days a week during the museum’s hours of operation.

The space will be able to accommodate 30 people seated inside and 32 outside on the terrace.

“It is exciting to be able to provide a location that will be open all year round and maintain a presence on another beautiful Nogojiwanong/Peterborough waterfront with stunning indoor and patio options,” said Dan Brandsma, Silver Bean Café owner. “We feel we have a natural affinity to the museum’s values/culture and (the) waterfront location and will do our utmost to add to the experience with fresh, local and delicious food and drink offerings.”

The King Street location at Millennium Park is continuing to operate seasonally (typically from May to Oct.). Oct. 15 is the last day of operation for 2022.

Peterborough Public Library Launches Strategic Plan Community Survey

The Peterborough Public Library has launched a Community Survey as part of its 2023-2026 Strategic Planning process.

File Photo.

The survey allows anyone to share their thoughts on the Library’s current programs, services and collections and provide feedback on areas you would like to see improved or enhanced. Community members are invited to participate and have a say in their community library.

The information gathered through the survey will help guide the direction of the library's strategic plan over the next four years.

The survey can be found at https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/PtboLibraryEngagement.

Hard copies of the survey will be available upon request at the main library branch and it will be available until Oct. 17 at 5 p.m. 

Community members are also invited to an in-person focus group on Oct. 13 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the FOL Community Room.

Register for this event at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ptbo-library-strategic-planning-engagement-session-public-tickets-427415440087.

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