CEO of CMHA HKPR Mark Graham Announces Retirement
/The Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA HKPR) announced Monday that their CEO of 31 years, Mark Graham, is set to retire Jan. 31.
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Lakefield Farmers’ Market Canada Day Celebration To Be Held June 29
/The Lakefield Farmers’ Market, located behind the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre, is celebrating Canada Day on Thursday, June 29.
photo courtesy of the lakefield farmers’ market.
Market staff will be handing out small Canadian flags, temporary maple leaf tattoos, and Canadian themed colouring sheets. Lakefield Youth Unlimited will also be on hand with children activities.
Market vendors will have everything needed for Canada Day celebrations; fresh produce for salads, local meat for the BBQ, delicious baking, local craft beer, VQA wines and much more.
The Lakefield Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine from Victoria Day until Thanksgiving. The Farmers’ Market is located behind the Lakefield-Smith Community Centre, next to Isabel Morris Park along the Otonabee River, and just steps from the Lakefield Marina and the Lakefield Trail.
For more information, check out the website.
MRG Live Presents Boney M Featuring Liz Mitchell This December at the Peterborough Memorial Centre
/MRG Live is bringing Euro-Disco group Boney M featuring original lead singer Liz Mitchell back to Canada to celebrate 45 years since their debut record Nightflight was released; coming to the Peterborough Memorial Centre Dec. 9.
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The tour will stop in multiple cities in British Columbia, and Ontario. Fans can purchase tickets during the MRG Live pre-sale on June 27 at 10 a.m. local time and during the general on-sale on June 28 at 10 a.m. local time.
The band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide and is known for international hits including "Daddy Cool,” “Sunny," "Rasputin," and "Rivers of Babylon." If you told Boney M star Liz Mitchell that her 1978 hit “Rasputin” would become an internet sensation in 2022, she would never have believed you. Upwards of nine million fans have created TikTok dance videos to the song – and they have been viewed an amazing 22 billion times. Boney M went 5x Platinum in Canada for Nightflight To Venus and 2023 marks the 45th anniversary of their career-launching record. The group also went double platinum.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
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Peterborough Humane Society Celebrates the Grand Opening of the Peterborough Animal Care Centre
/The Peterborough Humane Society (PHS) celebrated the official Grand Opening of the Peterborough Animal Care Centre (PACC) on Saturday.
all photos courtesy of the peterborough animal care centre.
Local dignitaries, capital campaign donors and community members were in attendance for the ribbon cutting and speeches, which took place at 1999 Technology Drive in Peterborough.
“This is a ground-breaking day for animal wellness. The original concept was dreamt up over 10 years ago. It is such a privilege to officially open the doors and commemorate this day with our supporters,” said Shawn Morey, executive director at the Peterborough Humane Society. “Thanks to the hard work of our staff and volunteers, and the support of our community we have made this dream of bringing this state-of-the-art facility a reality.”
The celebratory event catered to all members of the community, including furry friends. The Pet Zone featured a lure course, dog pools, ball pits and more for animals to enjoy. Visitors enjoyed a barbecue out on the new patio, and had the opportunity to learn about all the services provided at PACC. Face painting, crafts and chalk drawing made for a fun day for kids.
“It is so amazing to see everyone come together to celebrate this exciting day. From the volunteers and staff working the event, our local business community joining in the festivities and those who came out to celebrate; every bit of support means the world to PHS. This Centre was built because of the incredible support from our community,” said Morey. “To have this leading-edge facility in Peterborough is truly momentous and will advance our entire region forward.”
The Peterborough Humane Society recently launched the latest stage of their capital campaign to raise the final $3 million needed to meet the $13 million goal for the Our Pet Project. Completing ‘The Home Stretch’ of the fundraising campaign will allow PHS to focus on expanding services and improving animal wellness.
Information on the new centre and the fundraising campaign can be found on the website.
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Country Music Star Jade Eagleson Speaks Ahead of the Kawartha Country Music Festival on July 1
/Country music singer Jade Eagleson speaks with PTBOCanada’s Felicia Massey ahead of his performance at the Kawartha Country Music Festival at Kawartha Downs July 1.
Eagleson discusses growing up just outside of Peterborough, breaking through in the country music scene and his upcoming show at Kawartha Downs.
Get your tickets for the festival at https://www.ticketweb.ca/venue/kawartha-downs-fraserville-on/513515!
Peterborough Petes Release the 2023 Development Camp Schedule
/The Peterborough Petes have released the official schedule for the upcoming Development Camp of on and off ice fitness, with 46 players and goaltenders expected to attend.
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The camp will begin with off-ice fitness testing on Friday, June 23 and wrap up with two on-ice sessions on Saturday, June 24. Friday’s fitness testing will take place at Hybrid Sports from 5:45 p.m.-7:30 p.m. This event will not be open to the public. Saturday’s on-ice scrimmages will take place beginning at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the Kinsmen Civic Centre at 1 Kinsmen Way. These ice sessions will be open to the public and will be streamed live on the Petes Facebook page.
The full scrimmage schedule can be found below:
Saturday, June 24:
12 p.m. - Team White vs Team Black
12:50 p.m. - Team Black vs Team Maroon
1:40 p.m. - Team Maroon vs Team White
Break
3:15 p.m. - Team White vs Team Black
4:05 p.m. - Team White vs Team Maroon
4:55 p.m. - Team Maroon vs Team Black
Photo courtesy of the peterborough Petes.
The 46 players and goaltenders expected to attend includes players selected in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. The tentative camp roster can be found by clicking here. Team rosters for the on-ice sessions will be released on Saturday, June 24.
Official 2023 OHL Champion hats and shirts are on sale now through the Petes store. Fans can purchase them by clicking here.
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Lessons from the Land Event Aims to Build Bridges Towards Reconciliation in Nogojiwanong
/The New Canadians Centre is organizing a Multicultural Canada Day ‘Lessons from the Land’ at Beavermead Pavilion (2011 Ashburnham Drive) on July 1, a celebration of the rich diversity of culture in Canada and locally in Peterborough.
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As an organization, the New Canadians Centre said they have reflected on the important work of Truth and Reconciliation in Canada and their role in helping more people settle on lands stewarded by Indigenous Peoples.
“The New Canadians Centre is committed to walking alongside Indigenous peoples, to celebrate Indigenous culture and knowledge, and to help heal and grow relationships between Indigenous Peoples and settlers,” said Mauricio Interiano, NCC’s community engagement officer.
Celebrating the richness of multiculturalism and our clients’ pride in being Canadian remains a cornerstone of NCC’s work. Please join us in our week-long celebration of the Canadian Multicultural Festival from June 23 to June 30 in addition to our month-long Multicultural Food Crawl.
Program:
Free Plants (9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
Pick up a free sweetgrass or white sage plant sourced from the GreenUp Ecology Park Native Plant nursery (while supplies last).
Welcome (9:30 a.m.)
Janet McCue is the lead singer of Wishkiigomang Hand Drummers from Curve Lake. She will be joined by her sister Linda McCue.
Guided Nature Walk (9:30 a.m. or 1 p.m.)
Join Patricia Wilson for a guided nature walk through Beavermead Park. Patricia is the founder of Diverse Nature Collective – a grassroots organization that works to empower, mobilize and create space for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour within the environmental movement and reduce barriers in accessing nature.
Morning Activities (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
TRACKS Program: Join Kelsey Roote and Ziigwan LaPointe from TRACKS Youth Program for an engaging River Race game! This game explores the journey of different fish in the Trent-Severn Waterway and the challenges they have getting to their spawning grounds.
Quilt Stories of Reconciliation: Join Pam Hart from Kawartha Truth and Reconciliation Support Group (KTRSG) and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of a group quilt project that delves into the legacy of residential schools.
Community Lunch catered by Thomas Olszewski's Grandfather’s Kitchen (12 p.m. - 1 p.m.) – please bring your own dishes (bowls, plates, utensils) where possible
Dance & Drum Circle (12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.) led by Janet McCue
Afternoon Activities (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.)
Quilt Stories of Reconciliation: Join Pam Hart from Kawartha Truth and Reconciliation Support Group (KTRSG) and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of a group quilt project that delves into the legacy of residential schools.
Beading Circle: The Orange Shirt serves as a powerful symbol, representing the legacy of residential schools and reminding us of the profound impacts of colonization on Indigenous communities. Pick up a free Orange Shirt beading kit from Cedarlilie Bead Shop at the NCC office (221 Romaine St) or at Lessons from the Land. Join the beading circle at Lessons from the Land led by Susan Byrne, She Gathers Flowers by the Water. You can also follow Cedarlilie’s tutorial online.
Closing led by Janet and Linda McCue
‘Lessons from the Land’ is organized by the New Canadians Centre and supported by Canadian Heritage, United Way of Peterborough & District, TRACKS Youth Program, Community Race Relations Committee, Diverse Nature Collective, and the Kawartha Truth and Reconciliation Support Group.
The New Canadians Centre Peterborough is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil and Georgina Island First Nations.
Parks Canada Announces Temporary Closure of Warsaw Road Swing Bridge June 29
/Parks Canada advises the public of the temporary closure of the Warsaw Road Swing Bridge on June 29 between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
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This one-day closure of the bridge, located on Parkhill Road East between Armour Road and Television Road, is required for seasonal maintenance purposes.
Members of the public are encouraged to use alternate bridge crossings at Maria Street or Lansdowne Street, where traffic control measures and detour signage will be in place.
Parks Canada is leading this infrastructure work to ensure safe, high-quality experiences for visitors by improving heritage, visitor, waterway, and highway assets located within national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas, including investments in the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site in Peterborough.
For more information on this project, visit the website.
New Stages Theatre Announces Eight Contemporary Professional Shows for the 2023-2024 Season
/New Stages Theatre has announced the launch of their largest season to date, including a staged reading series, cabaret tribute to founding Artistic Director Randy Read, a week-long festival of new work and a holiday production in December at Market Hall.
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The full season line-up includes:
October: THIS IS HOW WE GOT HERE by Keith Barker
A staged reading at Market Hall. A beautiful drama by Métis playwright Keith Barker about two families in north Ontario grieving a tragic loss, when they are surprised by a mysterious visitor.
November: LET’S GET RANDY
An outrageously fun cabaret tribute to Randy Read’s 25 years as the founding Artistic Director of New Stages. With all-star performers gathering from near and far to sing and sling stories, get ready to get randy!
December: IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY adapted by Joe Landry.
A holiday production with a unique twist on the beloved classic, our play is set in a 1940s radio studio, with 5 actors playing all the roles and creating all the sound effects in front of you, the live studio audience. It’s going to be a wonderful night at the theatre!
February to March: BRAND NEW STAGES
From Feb 27 to March 3, enjoy a week-long festival of exciting new work, including:
LOOKING FOR LEAR by Dreda Blow and Brad Brackenridge. Presenting a family-friendly workshop production by Nervous System at Market Hall.
LIFE WITHOUT by Steve Ross. A staged reading of this riveting family drama at Market Hall.
TUSSAUD/ANTOINETTE. Written and directed by Jody Christopherson. Presenting a staged reading at The Theatre on King.
May: LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE by Nora Ephron (When Harry Met Sally) and Delia Ephron
A staged reading at Market Hall, directed by Linda Kash. An intimate collection of stories told by women about pivotal moments in their lives and how they were shaped by the clothes that they wore.
June: YELLOW FACE by David Henry Hwang.
A staged reading at Market Hall. A satirical play about the once-common practice of casting White actors to play Asian roles on stage and screen. At once wickedly funny & vital viewing.
For subscription package and ticket details, visit the website.
Seasons on Ravenwood Holiday Displays Close Permanently
/The Glasbergen’s announced that the public holiday displays on their Ravenwood Drive property are coming to an end, citing the difficulty with navigating “mean spirited complaints” from community members.
photo by david tuan bui.
