Peterborough U16 AAA Petes Primed For Championship Run

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As the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) championship in Oakville draws closer on March 17 - 19, the top-ranked Peterborough U16 AAA Petes have a pair of playoff games this weekend to build momentum for a provincial title.

The U16 Minor Petes are ranked FIRST (ETA) with 39-1-2 record and rank second in the OHL Cup rankings behind Toronto Marlboros of the Greater Toronto Hockey League. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The team is currently undefeated in the playoffs and has already qualified for the OMHA championship. They rang off four straight playoff wins the Richmond Hill Coyotes twice (14-0, 9-0), Kingston Jr. Gaels (10-0) and York-Simcoe Express (4-1) dating back to Feb. 25.

“The boys are putting in the work on-and-off the ice and we're really gelling right now,” said Andrew MacNeil, Minor Petes defenceman. “ (We’re) finding a way and sacrificing for everybody in the room and it's getting the job done so far.”

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The U16 Petes have back-to-back games to round out their playoffs. Head coach Michael Farrugia says the team is not going to let up and needs to keep winning as they head into the OMHA championship.

“We're not going to change our gameplan,” he said. “We're going to play like they mean something because they do. They're two momentum games to take us to the OMHAs and we've got to be ready to play no matter what it means in the standings. 

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The players agreed with the coach that they need to continue their winning ways.

“We need to keep playing the way we are,” said Cohen Bidgood, Minor Petes forward. “We're playing fine right now so that will get it done.”

"We're just looking to stick to the structure, play hard and these games create good habits going into next week at the OMHA championship,” said MacNeil.

The Petes take on the Oshawa Generals at home in the Healthy Planet Arena on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. then clash with the York-Simcoe Express on the road at St. Andrews College in Aurora on Sunday at 6 p.m.

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Douro's Longest-Running Irish Party Returns To St. Joseph's Parish Hall

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Douro is going to be green all over as the Peterborough Canadian Irish Club’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration is returning to the St. Joseph Parish Hall for music, food and children’s activities this Saturday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Canadian Irish Club.

Touted as the longest-running Irish party in Peterborough, the Irish Club’s celebration returns after a lengthy COVID-19 hiatus.

The event begins at 1 p.m., featuring musicians such as Natalie McMaster and Donnell Leahy, Fiddlestix, Roy Boyz and more.

Local band ‘The Patio Stones’ is performing from 7 - 11 p.m. for anyone who wants to get their dancing shoes on.

The day will also include activities for kids and Irish Soda bread for sale. A light dinner is available for purchase from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are $15 for Irish club members and $17 for non-members. Family passes (two adults and unlimited children) are $25 a member and $27 for non-members. Children under 12 are free admission. Tickets for only dancing (7 - 11 p.m.) are $10 for members or $12 for non-members.

For tickets contact Shelley Ryan (705) 875-5437 or purchase at the door.

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Road Closures In Place For St. Patrick's Day Parade On Sunday Afternoon

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Downtown road closures are in place for Sunday’s 20th St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Peterborough beginning at 12:30 p.m. announced by the City.

File photo.

The following road are being closed for the parade:

  • London Street between Aylmer Street and Water Street

  • McDonnel Street between Aylmer Street and Water Street

  • Murray Street between Aylmer Street and Water Street

  • George Street from Parkhill Road West (south side of intersection) to Brock Street

A flag-raising event with the Peterborough Irish Canadian Club is being held at City Hall at 1 p.m. with the parade to follow at 2 p.m. It travels south on George Street at McDonnel Street. A rolling road closure will be in place along George Street from Brock Street to McGill Street during the parade and run. All road closures are expected to be over by 4 p.m according to the City.

No Parking signs will be posted along George Street prior to the parade. Parking in municipal lots and parking garages is free on weekends. The following is a recommended list of parking places:

  • King Street Parkade at 202 King St.

  • Simcoe Street parking garage at 190 Simcoe St.

  • Chambers Lot at 184 Hunter St.

  • Reid Lot at 350 Reid St.

  • Surface lot at 365 Aylmer St.

  • Rehill Lot at 210 Wolfe St.

  • Del Crary Lot at 100 George St. N.

  • Downie Lot at 336 Downie St.

The following transit routes will have detours in place during the closure period:

  • Route 2 Chemong

  • Route 4 Weller

  • Route 6 Sherbrooke

  • Route 7 Lansdowne

  • Community Bus 22 (Blue)

  • Community Bus 23 (Red)

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Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; March 10 - 12

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Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Here are things to do in Peterborough City and County from March 10 to 12!

 

Tyler Cochrane Performing at the Black Horse Pub!

Tyler Cochrane is bringing his ‘outlaw country’ to the Black Horse Pub. If you miss him Fridya, you can catch him at the Rolling Grape Vineyard on Sundya from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

When: Friday, Mar. 10, 10 p.m.

Where: Black Horse Pub

 

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour at the Peterborough Memorial Centre

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, will again bring the vivacious, energetic, and educational antics of global sensation Blippi to stages across North America, with a stop in Peterborough on March 10 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party!

For Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour, the character Blippi will be played by professional stage performers selected specifically for the stage show.

When: Friday Mar. 10, 5 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre

Tickets: Tickets are available online.

 

Family Movie Night at the Peterborough Public Library Featuring Babe

Friday nights just got a lot more fun! Stop by the Library for a family-friendly movie – they'll supply the popcorn, while supplies last.

March 10: Babe (G) - Interactive Movie Experience

A little pig with big dreams teaches himself to be a sheepdog in this marvelous fantasy based on Dick King-Smith's children's novel "The Sheep-Pig." Special for March Break: don't just watch this classic movie – be a part of it with our fun, interactive prompts and activities. (1995 94 min)

In the FOL Community Room

When: Mar. 10, 5 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Public Library

 

Erben Presents: Tripsonix/Highteens/Tapes in Motion

TRIPSONIX & TAPES IN MOTION with a new group out of Toronto called HIGHTEENS.

It will be an unforgettable night of Rock/Alternative Rock and lots of chart-topping original tunes.

When: Friday, Mar. 10, 9 p.m.

Where: Erben

Tickets: $10 at the door

 

Canvas Combat With Jason Wilkins

The Peterborough Arts Collective presents their first big event outside of the Jason Wilkins Factory: ‘Canvas Combat’ at Farmhill Weddings and Events March 11.

10 artists will be going head-to-head in three 30 minute rounds of live painting, and all pieces created during the event will be available during an auction post-battle. 100 per cent of the proceeds will go to the artists.

Tickets are $75 each (available online here) which includes a drink at the bar (or non-alcoholic beverage), personal charcuterie board (or vegan & vegetarian option) and travel to and from the venue by Pascal Bus Co., leaving from 188 Hunter St W. at 6:15 p.m.

If you’re interested in battling or showing your work at Canvas Combat, email: Nick@wilkinsartandcreative.com

When: Saturday, Mar. 11, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Where: Farmhill Weddings and Events

 

The AC/DC Show Canada

Take a ride on the rock ’n’ roll train through AC/DC’s incredible history of hits with the AC/DC Show – Canada at Showplace Performance Centre.

You’ll hear hits from both eras, Brian Johnson and (the late) Bon Scott as lead vocalist. The show is an authentic audio/visual recreation of the legendary Australian band. With the stacks of Marshall amplifiers and the grit of the mighty Gibson SG lead guitar, this musical tone is sure to capture your attention from the opening notes.  Performed by some of the most accomplished and passionate musicians, the featured performers take their roles to new heights.

When: Saturday, Mar. 11, 8 p.m.

Where: Showplace Performance Centre

Tickets: All seats are $55 and tickets can be purchased here.

 

Peterborough Seedy Sunday at Peterborough Square

Peterborough Seedy Sunday is the perfect place to get inspired for spring. Come out to get all the knowledge, tools and resources needed to get growing this season including:

  • Incredible diversity of vegetables, flowers, herb seeds available for sale

  • Community Groups showcasing the great work they do locally

  • Informative hands-on workshops

  • Popular Seed Exchange Area where you can trade seeds with other gardeners

When: Sunday, Mar. 12, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: Peterborough Square

 

20th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The parade is scheduled for 2 p.m. with the route beginning on George Street at City Hall and ending at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Prior to the parade, a raising of the Irish flag at City Hall will occur at 1 p.m. in honour of Irish week.

When: Sunday Mar. 12, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: City Hall

 

Foley's Irish Pub

Foley's Irish Pub is an annual kitchen party that takes place in the Nexicom Studio at Showplace. Join Storyteller Hugh Foley and musicians Theresa Foley, Sheila Prophet, Norma Curtis, Fiddling Jay Edmunds, Ron Kervin and Glen Caradus as well as special guests. Tap your toes, sing along, laugh and enjoy your favourite beverage as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day together.

Event times are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on March 12. Adult tickets are $20 and student tickets are $10, which can be purchased

When: Sunday Mar. 12, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Where: Showplace Performance Centre

Tickets: Tickets can be purchased online.

 

St. Patrick’s Day at Dr. J’s BBQ & Brews

Join Dr. J’s right after the parade this Sunday! At 4 p.m. for free hot chocolate with the purchase of food! And the amazing music! Family at Paddy’s Dday practice run!

When: Sunday Mar. 12, 4 p.m

Where: Dr J’s BBQ & Brews

February Photography In Review With Dave Ellis

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Dave Ellis is an Omemee-based wildlife photographer. PTBOCanada features his work in our daily ‘Good Morning PTBO’ posts. Here are some of his captures from the month of February.

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Frontenacs Steal 5-4 Overtime Win Over Petes; $16,000 Raised For World Kidney Day

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While the Kingston Frontenacs walk away with a 5-4 victory, the real winners are Peterborough and the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) as over $16,000 was raised on World Kidney Day at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

The Petes are second in the East Division with 66 points with the Hamilton Bulldogs but have a game in hand. Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The game recognized Petes’ associate coach, Andrew Verner, who was diagnosed with glomerulonephritis in 1999 and received a kidney transplant exactly two years ago to the day. 

The night was created to raise awareness about organ donor registration and to raise funds for equipment used in the lifesaving delivery of dialysis treatment at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. Through the PRHC Foundation, a donation page has been set up in Verner’s name and can be found online. A silent auction also ran during the game, featuring NHL-signed memorabilia. An activation was set up in the concourse during the game encouraging fans to sign up to be organ donors. 

The Petes started on the right foot with Brennan Othmann tipping an Avery Hayes shot for a 1-0 lead, five minutes into the game. Peterborough cough up two straight goals after a turnover and a powerplay. Quinton Pagé responded quickly for the Petes as he was alone in front of the net and beat Ivan Zhigalov to tie the game at 2-2. Tucker Robertson restored the lead for the Petes as he ripped a puck home with just over a minute left in the first.

The second period saw Owen Beck force a turnover at the blue line, deked out Zhigalov on the breakaway and scored his 21st of the season. The score became 4-2 heading into the third.

The final frame saw Kingston claw back into the game and tie it with goals from Gabriel Frasca and Paul Hughes for a 4-4 tie. The score remained that way after regulation and the game went into overtime.

In the extra frame, Kingston forced a turnover which led to a breakaway for Christopher Thibodeau but instead of taking a shot, he passed it to Alec Belanger who one-timed it home for the 5-4 win and his second of the night.

The Petes have a chance at revenge as they play Kingston against as part of a home-and-home series to wrap up their season series with the Frontenacs on Friday.

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Easter Seals Kick Off The 51st Peterborough Telethon; Announcing New Regional Ambassador

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The 51st annual Peterborough Easter Seals Telethon kicked off at the Lansdowne Place Mall on Thursday; announcing Sawyer Grace Growden as the new regional ambassador.

the growden’s: dan (left), sawyer (middle) and tara (right). photo by Felicia Massey.

After a couple of virtual years, Easter Seals were able to gather again in-person to launch the 2023 Telethon.

The annual Easter Seals Telethon celebrates success stories, showcases Easter Seals kids and their families, recognizes donors and sponsors, and raises funds for children and youth with physical disabilities for the last 51 years. For the past 101 years, Easter Seals has played an important role in providing support for children and youth with physical disabilities.

Easter Seals continues to offer programs to enable kids to experience freedom, independence and a sense of accomplishment. Easter Seals helps by providing financial assistance for mobility equipment, communication devices and summer camp opportunities.

Jeff Richards from Country 105 / Move FM emceed the kick-off event; announcing this year’s goals and sharing updates on past ambassador Ryerson Beardmore. The month of March was also declared Easter Seals Month by Mayor Jeff Leal.

Telethon host Catherine Hanrahan introduced new regional ambassador, 6-year-old Sawyer Grace Growden. Growden has Angelman syndrome, a genetic disorder which affects the 15th chromosome.

“She is missing the part of her chromosome that affects all the things we take for granted on a daily basis. Things like walking, eating, and all those self-care things,” said Sawyer’s mom Tara Growden. “She works so hard everyday to overcome all those challenges, she is just such a happy little girl.”

Sawyer uses a wheelchair and a walker to help with her mobility. Her dad, Dan Growden, says that she is learning to use an iPad to help communicate.

The Growden’s mentioned that they are looking to attend the Easter Seals Family Camp.

“(We’re excited) to go to a place and be around people who get it, and to not have to worry about accessibility for a hot minute,” said Tara.

This year the Easter Seals will be visiting with familiar faces, past ambassadors, and local celebrities of the past 51 telethons as part of the March 26 fundraiser.

The 2023 Easter Seals Telethon will be broadcasting live on March 26 on YourTV and Global Peterborough from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Supporters can donate online and local residents are encouraged to select the Peterborough webpage.

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Trent University Hosting Peterborough Campus Open House For March 17; Durham Date For March 11

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The campus is free to explore for prospective students as Trent University is hosting its open house on March 17 in Peterborough and March 11 for the Durham campus.

Photo courtesy of Trent University.

Visitors can tour the campus, learn about paid co-op streams and accept an offer to Trent on the spot during their visit.

“Our March Break Open House events provide future students with an inside sneak peek at life as a Trent student – with opportunities to explore programs and guaranteed career experience, tour campus and residences, and learn about supports and services," said Marilyn Burns, vice president of Communications & Enrolment. “Campuses will be fully open for all guests to explore. Connecting one-on-one with leading professors and current students gives guests the chance to immerse themselves in the full Trent experience.”

Students who have received accepted their offer to Trent can get in their process and get a celebratory photo. On-the-spot applications can also be taken with several programs still accepting applications for fall.

A career experience, selection of paid co-op streams are being showcased at the event, along with an academic and student services fair, mini-lectures and program sessions. Campus and student residences are also available at the open house.

All students who attend for Open House are entered in a draw to win free first-year tuition. A full open house schedule is available online.

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Local Students Receive Career Advice From Mentors In World of Choices Program

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165 elementary school students were left with words of wisdom as they attended Junior Achievement of Northern and Eastern Ontario (JA-NEO) and Peterborough Petes’ World of Choices (WOC) program listening to various mentors about career paths on Thursday morning.

Burton Lee, Petes executive director of business operations (left) addressing the 165+ students in grades 7 and 8 about his career experience with the team. Photo by David Tuan bui.

The event at the Peterborough Memorial Centre hosted grade 7 and 8 students from Crestwood, Chemong Public School, Prince of Wales and Immaculate Conception. They listened to five different mentors to gain first-hand insight into career options, benefits and career challenges in the professional sports and entertainment industry. Mentors included organizations from the Peterborough Petes, Rawscoe's Sport Collectibles, RBC, YourTV Cogeco, Corus Entertainment and more that spoke to the pre-teens.

WOC is a career exploration event aimed at helping students discover new career choices and learn from local industry professionals. Students had the opportunity to get familiar with potential educational paths and grasp a better understanding of the day-to-day duties of several careers.

“We’re excited to partner with The Peterborough Petes to help local students understand and explore a wide array of career options,” said John McNutt, JA-NEO president and CEO. “Following the completion of today’s program, students will feel empowered to continue their education towards a chosen career and be better equipped to meet the challenges of today’s working world.”

All participating students received a ticket to attend the Petes’ game that night with a family member against the Kingston Frontenacs.

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Local Youth Encouraged To Consider Starting a Small Business This Summer

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Youth interested in launching and running their own business this summer are encouraged to apply by May 15 to the Summer Company program offered by the Peterborough & the Kawarthas Business Advisory Centre (BAC). 

photo courtesy of the Peterborough & the Kawarthas Business Advisory Centre.

The Summer Company Program is the Government of Ontario’s flagship youth entrepreneurship program which helps youth aged 15-29 try their hand at business ownership by providing up to $3000 in start-up funding, one-on-one guidance from business advisors, mentorship from local business leaders, access to business workshops, training and resources and ongoing business support. Summer Company is a free youth skills program, and students are encouraged to apply early as there are limited spots available. 

“March break is a great time for students to start thinking about summer employment opportunities. While there are many excellent summer jobs available through local employers, students often overlook the opportunity to launch their own business, and Summer Company is a low-risk way for youth to try entrepreneurship,” said Madeleine Hurrell, BAC Manager for Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development. 

The Peterborough & the Kawarthas Business Advisory Centre, operated by Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development, has been the program provider of this program for the City and County of Peterborough since 2001.  

To learn more about eligibility and to apply, visit the website.

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