UPCOMING EVENTS

Mar 15 – Neuropathy Support Group Meeting from 5:30-7:30pm at the Ptbo Chamber of Commerce, 175 George St. N.  For those who suffer (and their families) from neuropathy  to provide an opportunity to meet others with similar questions and concerns, and facilitates education, support and friendship.  Guest speaker: Lee Smith, PhD, registered psychologist with Telka-Smith Psychologists.  For more info www.neuropathy.org  or call 866 622-2623

Mar 15-19 – March Break at the Art Gallery of Peterborough.  Join artist and instructor Rebecca Reynolds in the Discovery Studio.  Monday: Portraits-Me & My Friends; Tuesday: A Painting Party; Wednesday: Puppet Show; Thursday: Mobile Madness; Friday: Recycle Cycle.  Mornings 9am-noon for ages 5-8; 1-4pm for those 9-12.  For more info call 743-9179 or visit www.agp.on.ca

Mar 15-19 – Club Connexion Francaise Spring Break Camp open to ages 5-12 at Monseigneur Jamot School, 186 Romaine St.  Help your children learn, improve or keep up their French over the Spring break.  Sports, crafts, day trips and more.  Call 741-0295 to register – space is limited.  Daycare available before and after camp.

Mar 16 – The Lindsay Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 1:30pm at the Lindsay Loblaws Community Room. Topic: Chiropractic Care & Osteoporosis. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Mar 16 – Spring Fest at the Lindsay fair grounds from 11am-7pm. Games, rides, food and fun!  One price for rides- $15.00 in advance at the Lindsay Fairgrounds, 705-324-5551 or $20.00 at the door.

Mar 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Muffin Party at St. Jams United Church, corner of Aylmer and Romaine Sts from 9:30-11am.  $2pp – available at the door.  Home Baking as well as New-To-You Table.

Mar 17 – Campbellford Support Group for Caregivers at Community Living - Acorn Room, 65 Bridge St East, Campbellford              The 3rd  Wednesday of the Month from 1:30-3pm.  Please call before first visit: (705) 748-5131.  Next meeting  Apr 21/10

Mar 18 – The Peterborough Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 1:30pm at Northminster United Church, 300 Sunset Blvd. Topic: Weight Lifting & Osteoporosis. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Mar 18 – 1 day St. John Ambulance Babysitting Course for kids in grade 5 and up from 8:30 – 3:30 pm at Super 8 hotel on Lansdowne St. W.  745-0331  sjapeterborough@bellnet.ca

Mar 18 – Camp Kawartha Environment Centre, situated on 200 acres of wildlife sanctuary land, is hosting a series of educational activities at 2505 Pioneer Road. The second workshop covers vegetables, weeds and herbs found around the Camp Kawartha Environment Centre and your home -  discover more about local plants their varied uses from 7-8:30pm. No fee to attend but a non-perishable food item for Kawartha Food Share would be appreciated. Please RSVP in advance: allison@campkwartha.ca  or by calling 705-652-3860.

Mar 18 – If you sing, play, or write your own songs, here’s your big opportunity to get noticed!  Cradle to Rave Talent Search 2010 is coming to the Junction, George Street between King and Sherbrooke in Ptbo!  Enter now at www.wellcraftmusic.com  – perform live for your family and friends, and you could win a 2 song master recording session and feature airplay on Country 105!  The first night of competition is Thursday March 18th!  Space is limited.

Mar 18 – Haiti Fundraiser - a Haitian cuisine buffet featuring fascinating guest speakers in the Great Hall of Champlain College at 5pm.  Only 240 tickets for the event will be sold. The minimum donation for a ticket is $17. To purchase a ticket, contact the Trent Central Students Association office at (705) 748-1000 or the Trent International Program at (705) 748-1314. www.trentu.ca/haiti

Mar 19 – The Northumberland Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 10am at the Ruth Clarke Activity Center, 81 Mill Street, Port Hope. Topic: Celiac Disease & Osteoporosis. Everyone is welcome.

Mar 19 – Cast A Drift or the case of he disappearing playwright - a mystery comedy.  Social hour: 6pm; Roast Beef Dinner: 7pm; Play: 8pm.  Tickets: $20pp - reserved seats only – call Jim at 652-6026.

Mar 19 – 1 day St. John Ambulance Babysitting Course for kids in grade 5 and up from 8:30 – 3:30 pm at Super 8 hotel on Lansdowne St. W.  745-0331  sjapeterborough@bellnet.ca

Mar 19 – Cast A Drift – the case of the disappearing playwright – a Mystery Comedy at Warsaw United Church.  Social hour: 6pm; Roast Beef Dinner: 7pm; Play: 8pm.  Tickets $20 – reserved seats only – available at the Legion Branch 77.

Mar 19 – The Trent Centre for Community-Based Education (TCCBE) invites the community to attend our 4th  annual Knowledge in Action Forum from 1-3pm at All Saints Anglican Church (Parish Hall) 235 Rubidge St. Ptbo.  Registration is not required.  The event is free and open to the public. It brings together student researchers, community organizations, academic supervisors and interested citizens.  For further information, please contact Barbara Woolner at 705-743-0523, email info@trentcentre.ca, or visit the TCCBE website at www.trentcentre.ca

Mar 20 – Rabies Clinic from noon-3pm at the Keene Fire Hall, 21 Third St., Keene.  $20 + GST per animal.   Cash only.  All dogs on leashes and cats restrained.

Mar 20 – Jim Allen will entertain you from 8pm-midnight  in the lounge at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W.  Non members $2.00

Mar 20 – Kawartha Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society will be holding their monthly meeting at the DeLafosse Library, 727 Park St. S. Ptbo at 2:30 and is open to anyone. Guest speaker: Mae Whetung, Family Research Project Facilitator for Curve Lake First Nation speaking on the resources and challenges presented to the researcher when doing First Nation family Research.

Mar 21 – The Bridgenorth Library will have local authors Betsy Struthers, Florence Treadwell & Lea Harper read from their work by the warmth of the fire. Readings take place the 3rd Sunday of each month from 2-3pm.  Phone:(705) 292-5065 www.MyPublicLibrary.ca  Email: jmacdonald@mypubliclibrary.ca

Mar 21 – Country Music Night featuring the Emily Creek Band and special guests at Keene United Church Hall at 7pm.  Tickets $10ea – available at Petro Canada, 607 Lansdowne St. W or call Sharon at 705-395-4972.  Light lunch served.  All proceeds to Building Access Project.

Mar 21 – We Support Our Troops Dart Tournament at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W.  Registration at 9am -  play at 10am.

Mar 21 – Cat Fish Willie & the Buckle Busters will entertain you at the Lakefield Legion from 1-6pm.  Hot food available – chili, cabbage rolls & shepherd’s pie - $5 for your choice.  Admission Free – wheelchair accessible.

Mar 22 – The Ptbo Public Library now offers downloadable audiobooks.  To learn about the new service, a free demonstration is offered at 2pm and 7pm. Visit www.peterborough.library.on.ca  or by going to http://downloadcentre.library.on.ca   To check out, users will need a valid library card, personal computer and Internet connection.  Will also need to install the free software called OverDrive Media Console in order to access the titles.  Call 745-5382 x 2361 to register.

Mar 23 – The Kawartha Stamp Club meets at Immanuel Alliance Church, 1600 Sherbrooke Street West [just west of the water tower] between 6:30 and 9pm for their Happy Dollar auction. All members are invited to bring a tin of stamps for the auction. All ages are invited to attend.

Mar 23 – Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society…it’s an event that gives neighbours, friends, coworkers and family a chance to honour and remember loved ones and their battle against cancer.  It’s a magical night to inspire!  Peterborough’s 9th  Annual Relay For Life is May 28th!  Register your team today to celebrate, remember and fight back!  Call 742-38-23 or visit www.peterboroughrelayforlife.ca   Don’t miss the Team Rally tonight at 6:30 in the Crestwood Secondary School auditorium! 

Mar 24 – Free Youth Leadership Development Workshop at Westdale United Church from 9am-3pm for youth 12-19 years of age.  Participants will have the opportunity to gain valuable leadership skill and experience.   Forms are available at the Recreation Division Office or call 742-7777 ext 1805.  www.ptboyouth.com

Mar 24 – Ptbo Horticultural Society's monthly meeting at the Ptbo Public Library, 345 Aylmer Street N. at 7:30pm. Doors open at 7 for socializing and refreshments. Guest speaker: Paul Zammitt who will be talking about container gardening.

Mar 24 – Let yourself Dream at the Fleming International Culinary Festival at Fleming College’s Sutherland Campus.  Sample culinary specialties from ten world-class destinations such as Eastern Africa, Greece and Australia. Tickets are $75ea, with special pricing for bulk ticket orders.  Bid on live auction items including a 4 night stay at the Barcelo Los Cabos.  Proceeds to the Fleming College Culinary Program Bursary Fund.   Call Leona at: 749-55-09 or email:  foundationevents@flemingc.on.ca

Mar 26 – Spaghetti Supper at St. Alban’s Church, corner of Monaghan and Cameron Sts from 5-6:30pm.  $2pp.  If you need gluten free – please call 741-3313 before March 25th.

Mar 26 – Community Workshop: Organizing for Change Using An Anti-Oppression Framework with anti-racist artist/educator Chet Singh from 11am to 1pm at the Sadleir House. Bring a lunch. Refreshments provided. Cost: $10 or pwyc. Questions/registration: Julie at kwic@trentu.ca or 748-1680.

Mar 26/27 – Shaer Productions presents I’ve Heard That Song Before with the King Street Players featuring the Dan Shaer Orchestra at the Maranatha Church, Belleville.  For more info call 613-962-2062

Mar 27 – Norwood Library is hosting a St John's Ambulance Babysitting Course for those 11-14yrs of age from 9am -4pm.  $55pp - please register ahead – call 639-2228

Mar 27 – Rabies Clinic from noon-3pm at the South Monaghan Fire Hall , 535 third Line, South Monaghan.  $20 + GST per animal.   Cash only.  All dogs on leashes and cats restrained.

Mar 27 – Close Enough will entertain you from 8pm-midnight  in the lounge at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W.  Entertainment and dance. Non members $2.00

Mar 27 – Kennedy Park Revitalization Project presents the 3rd  Annual Ladies Night Out - A Night Of Shopping & Pampering from 5-9pm at St. John’s United Church, 50 Bridge St West, Campbellford.  Over 20 Vendors – A little something for every woman.  (Floral Design, Estheticians, Hair Care, Women’s Wear, Toys, Jewelers, Candles, Fitness, Baked Goods, Scrapbooking, Kitchenware, Foot Care, Photography)  $3.00 admission – Raffles - Snacks/Refreshments available.  The Campbellford/Seymour Community Foundation and the Municipality of Trent Hills will match $ donations!

Mar 27 – Relax to the music of John West at the Lakefield Legion from 4:30-7pm.  Admission free.

Mar 27 – Russell Roy's Comedy Night at the Buckhorn Community Centre at 8 pm. (Doors open at 7pm.) Tickets $10.   Good Clean Comedy.  For more info 657-8833

Mar 28 – Monthly Sunday Breakfasts – last Sunday of each month, from 9am-noon at the Lions Den & Community Centre, County Rd 10.  Menu will vary each Sunday.  All you can eat Bacon & Eggs – coffee, tea, juice and fresh fruit.  Adults/$7; Seniors/$6; Children under 12/$4.

Mar 28 – Country Music Dance Jamboree and Fundraise for MS Walk at Trentwinds International Ctr from 1-5pm featuring The Five Stars and Just Plain Country.  Door Prizes, Draw Prizes, Spot Dance, 50/50.  $8pp – at the door.

Mar 30 – Celiac Meeting – Gluten Free Pot Luck at the Free Methodist Church, 450 Lansdowne St. E. at 6:30pm.  Bring your gluten-Free dish with several copies of the recipe to share as well as your plate, mug and cutlery.  A brief business meeting will follow the meal – Leona from the Gluten Free Store will be their guest.

Apr 6 – Cobourg Support Group for Caregivers at Extendicare, 130 New Densmore Rd, Cobourg from 2-3:30pm.  Please call before first visit: 1-800-561-2588

Apr 7 – Rabies Clinic from 6-8pm at the Township Roads Dept, 1470 County Rd 10, south of the Village of Cavan.  $20 + GST per animal.   Cash only.  All dogs on leashes and cats restrained.

Apr 7 – Port Hope Support Group for Caregivers at Independent Grocer Community Room, 20 Jocelyn Rd, Port Hope from 10:30 am – noon.  Please call before first visit: 1-800-561-2588

Apr 13 – Folk Under The Clock presents Oysterband at  Showplace, Ptbo at 8pm.  Tickets: $35 – available at the Box Office - (705) 742 7469 and on-line www.showplace.org   England’s Oysterband recently released, The Oxford Girl & Other Stories, a set of all-new acoustic recordings of 14 classic Oysterband songs, to mark their 30th Anniversary. The band, Great Big Sea, often thanks the Oysterband for giving them their hit song “When I’m Up I Can’t Get Down”. Don’t miss this legendary band who left an incredible impression with the audience two years ago at the Market Hall. www.oysterband.co.uk

Apr 13 – Campbellford Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 2pm at the Trent Hills Public Library, Campbellford Branch. Topic: Falls Prevention. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Apr 15 – Peterborough Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 1:30pm at Shoppers Home Health Care, 745 Lansdowne Street West. Topic: Medical Devices… Things that help. Please note change of location. This meeting ONLY. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Apr 16 – Northumberland Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 10am at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Cobourg. Topic: An Overview of Osteoporosis. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Apr 18 – Kawartha Branch, UELAC  meets at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, corner of Murray and Water Streets at 2pm.  Guest speaker: Gavin Watt, Honorary Vice-President of the U.E.L.A.C., Past President of the Museum of Applied Military History, 1977-2007 and Past Commanding Officer, of the recreated King's Royal Yorkers, 1975-2006. He will be speaking on the American Revolution with focus on the Loyalist - which includes our native allies. All guests are welcome.

Apr 20 – Lindsay Osteoporosis Support Group meets at 1:30pm at the Lindsay Loblaws Community Room. Topic: Weight Lifting. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Apr 20 – The Rotary Club of Ptbo presents The Best of Second City at Showplace at 8pm.  For tickets call the box office 742-7469 or online www.showplace.org  Fundraiser for the YWCA.  Sponsored by Country 105 and Energy 99.7.

Apr 21 – Youth Art Show “Art & Soul” for Ptbo youth ages 10-21 years.  Art submissions can be of various mediums.  Submission criteria and applications available online at www.ptboyouth.com or at www.recreationpeterborough.ca or call 742-7777 x 1805.  Deadline is April 16 at 4:30pm

Apr 24 – Thanks for the Memories Tour with Canadian Country Music Legend Carroll Baker with her renowned band Bakerstreet at 7:30pm at the Lindsay Academy Theatre.  Tickets: $32pp – available at the Box Office – 705-324-9111.  All profits to RMH Digital Mammography.

Apr 24 – 7th Annual Green EXPO from 10am-4pm at the Evinrude Centre, 911 Monaghan Rd.  Showcasing all aspects of living greener: extensive exhibits, impressive line-up of presenters, children's activity area, Green EXPO Youth Challenge, Home Depot workshops for children, and a Keynote Address by award-winning educator, youth advocate and community builder Lisa Glithero on the theme of this year’s show “Empowering Youth for a Sustainable Future”.  Something for the whole family - plan to spend the whole day creating, eating, discovering and learning about all things green.  Admission is $5 for 12 & over.  www.greenexpo.ca

May 3 – Jesus Christ Superstar at the Ptbo Memorial Centre at 7:30pm for one performance only!   Set in two acts, Jesus Christ Superstar tells the story of the final seven days in the life of Jesus of Nazareth.  Tickets: $59.50/$49.50 plus applicable charges, discount for groups of 15 or more, discount for seniors aged 65 and older at the Ptbo Memorial Ctr - 705-743-3561 or online at www.memorialcentre.ca

May 8 – Elijah Concert with the Ptbo Singers at George St. United Church at 7:30pm.  For tickets call the Singers office at 705-745-1820 or singers@peterboroughsingers.com

May 10-14 – Heart & Stroke Big Bike Event days in Ptbo.  Register your team today – 7491044.

May 28 – Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society…it’s an event that gives neighbours,

friends, coworkers and family a chance to honour and remember loved ones and their battle against cancer.  It’s a magical night to inspire!  Peterborough’s 9th  Annual Relay For Life is May 28th!  Register your team today to celebrate, remember and fight back!  Call 742-38-23 or visit www.peterboroughrelayforlife.ca 

June 2 – The magic, the mystery, the wonder of CATS will be performed at the Ptbo Memorial Centre at 7:30pm.  Tickets: $65.00/$52.00 plus applicable charges, discount for groups of 15 or more & seniors aged 65 and older – available at the Box Office or www.memorialcentre.ca  705-743-3561

June 11 – Mind Your Heart Golf Tournament at Black Diamond Golf Club.  Proceeds to the Heart & Stroke Foundation and the Canadian Mental Health Association.  (749-1044)