EVENTS FROM February 20th – 26th
(followed by Ongoing/Upcoming Events)
MONDAY (20th)
The YMCA of Ptbo will be open from 7am-4:30pm. There will be no regular programs offered on the holiday. Please refer to their holiday schedule for drop-in class options. Fun activities will be hosted throughout the day for children and families. For info on Family Day activities, call the YMCA 705.748.9622.
The 4th Annual Ptbo Family Fun Day from 11 to 4 at the Ptbo Sports and Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Drive. Featuring several Bouncers R Us Inflatable’s, the amazing J’s Magic show, face painting fun science experience, free balloons and more! Just 15 dollars per family! All Proceeds to the Ptbo Canadian Tire Jump Start Foundation! For more details visit www.peterboroughfamilyfunday.ca
The Havelock TEACH Centre is hosting its 4th annual Soup and Dessert Competition on Family Day at the Havelock Community Centre. The event will begin at 1pm with free Skating, followed with a soup and dessert competition and a dessert auction. Chefs, both restaurant and hometown, are invited to enter a soup or a dessert. The soup competition will be offering awards for a judge’s choice and a people’s choice. If weather permits, there will also be outside activities taking place. Entry forms are available at the TEACH Centre Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm. For further info or an entry form please call the Havelock TEACH Centre at 705.778.7873 or email brookewrightly@gmail.com
Marking the start of Heritage Week (Feb 20-26), the Ptbo Museum & Archives, 300 Hunter St. E., is hosting a Special Family Day version of its popular Warm up to Your Museum family drop-in program. Join programmer, Marianne Collins for plenty of fun, crafts and activities. No registration required. Admission is free and there is no cost to participate in these programs. www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca
Family Day Winterlude at the Gamiing Nature Centre, 1884 Pigeon Lake Road (County Rd 17), 12 km south of Bobcaygeon, 19km east of Lindsay from 11am- 5pm. Fun winter activities that include snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snow golf, trail bingo, guided trail walks, games and warm refreshments. Admission by donation. For more info call 705.799.6734 or email info@gamiing.org
TUESDAY (21st)
Pancake Tuesday Supper at St. Alban’s Church, corner of Monaghan Rd and Cameron St., from 5-6:30pm. Adults/$7; children 12 and under/$3; under 5/Free
Annual Hearts & Teddy Bear Extravaganza at Castleton United Church 1815 Percy St. Castleton from 11am to 2pm. Silent Auction, Children's Crafts, Vendor's Tables ~ Jewellery, Crafts, Baked Goods. Lunch is available. Youth Talent Show begins at 1pm. For more info call Marion 905.344.7601
Pancake Supper at Christ Church Anglican, Sherwood St. Bobcaygeon from 5-7pm. Cost $8/Adults; $4/Children; under 5 years free. Pancakes, sausage and dessert. Tickets at the door.
Meet the Nurse at Ontario Early Years Centre, 33 Elgin St. in Cobourg from 10:30-11:30am. Parents with children up to age six years can meet with a Public Health Nurse, who can weigh the baby, provide breastfeeding support, screen for speech concerns and discuss infant care, growth and development and other parental concerns. Call (905) 995-9100 or 1-866-888-4577 for more information.
Bid Euchre at the Buckhorn Community Centre, 1801 Lakehurst Rd every Tuesday evening at 7pm.
Pancake Supper at St. Anne's Parish Hall, 859 Barnardo Avenue from 5-7pm. Hosted by St. Anne's Knights of Columbus and St. Anne's Ladies Group. $6 for teens and adults, $3 for 3 to 12 year-olds, and kids under 3 free.
Feb 21/22 – St John Ambulance Standard First Aid/CPR/AED at the Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham St. from 8 30am-4pm. Includes new book & 3 yr certificate. For further info call 705.745.0031
WEDNESDAY (22nd)
Dads Count 2 at Colborne Public School, 8 Alfred St in Colborne from 5:30-7:30pm. Join this new support group for fathers in Northumberland County. Children are welcome. For info, call 1.866.888.4577.
The Ptbo Horticultural Society meet at the Ptbo Library, 345 Aylmer Street N. at 7:30pm. Guest speaker: Kerry Hackett – topic: Eating your weedies. All welcome.
Kawartha Waterways Scouting will be celebrating the birthday of the founder of Scouting (Lord Baden Powell). The Scouts Canada Flag will be raised at Peterborough City Hall at 4pm. There will be birthday cake for all to enjoy. If you are or have ever been in Scouting or Guiding come join them.
Feb 22-25 – Adam Scott Musical Theatre proudly presents Anything Goes, Wed-Sat at 7pm each night. As the S.S. American heads out to sea, two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love…proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail! Tickets: $15/Adults; $10/Students – available at Adam Scott main office, Titles Bookstore, Bushel Basket and at the door. For further details: www.adamscott.ca
Free Computer use for the Community every Wednesday at the Murray St. Baptist Church, 175 Murray St from 9:30-11:30am. Computers are connected to the internet and a printer. Free coffee. A valuable resource for people who might not otherwise have access to a computer or the internet.
Cribbage at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W. every Wednesday in the lounge from 1-4pm. Everyone is welcome.
The Mid ‘Weak’ Jammers meet at the Havelock Town Hall every Wednesday at 1pm. Musicians and general public welcome. Donations only – money raised towards hall repairs. For more info call Mitchell at 705-778-3873.
Lunch at the Ptbo Navy Club from noon-1pm every Wednesday. $6/person
Progressive Euchre at the Ptbo Navy Club at 6:45pm every Wednesday. $5/person
Lunch at the Mapleridge Recreation Centre, 1085 Brealey Dr. every Wednesday from 11:30-12:30pm. Soup & Sandwich – $6/person. For more info call 705.742.1481
Every Wednesday it’s Senior Savings Day at YWCA Y’s Buys, 216 Simcoe St. Customers aged 65 years and over will receive a 10% discount. Proceeds from sales at Y’s Buys help support the YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter and other programs and services of the local YWCA. Donations can be dropped off at YWCA Y’s Buys during store hours, Monday to Friday, 10am to 4:30pm and Saturdays 10am to 4pm.. For further information, call 705.742.8271
THURSDAY (23rd)
The Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets at St. Alphonsus Columbus Hall, corner of Ford and Frank St at 7pm. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. Newcomers welcomed – at any level of experience, 16+ in age. For further details call 705.749.3053. (Mtgs every 2nd & 4th Thurs)
Meet the Nurse and Toddler/Preschooler Dental Screening Session from 9:30-11 am, at the Ontario Early Years Centre, 6 Albert St. E. in Hastings. Parents with children up to age six years can meet with a Public Health Nurse, who can weigh the baby, provide breastfeeding support, screen for speech concerns and discuss infant care, growth and development and other parental concerns. Parents also have the opportunity to meet privately with Oral Health staff from the Health Unit and discuss any concerns about their child's dental health. Preschoolers can receive a dental screening at this event as well. Call 705.653.1550 or 1.866.888.4577 for more information.
This Shining Night – A Recital with acclaimed English tenor, Christopher Watson and Canadian pianist, Carol Missio-King at St. John’s Anglican Church, 99 Brock St., in the Sanctuary at 7:30pm. Admission: $25ea or $15/students and seniors – available at the door. For further info call 705.745.7624.
Recovery Strategies to counter Traumatic and Combat-related Stress will be offered to police, fire services and active military personnel every Thursday from 9-4pm.(until Feb 23). Contact Military Healing Center Director at abenedict@xplornet.ca or 705.740.4972
Each Thursday afternoon there will be a Bid Euchre Game at St. Alban’s Church at 1pm. $2/person. Refreshments will be served. This is an opportunity to learn how to play. For the month of February – proceeds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Church. For further details call Sharon at 705.741.3313.
Hot Lunch at the Mapleridge Recreation Centre, 1085 Brealey Dr., every Thursday from 11:30-12:30pm. $6/person. For more info call 705.742.1481
Open Mic is every Thursday night at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W. Come on out and bring an instrument or just your voice. Everyone welcome. (705.745.6361)
FRIDAY (24th)
Monthly Spaghetti Supper at St. Alban’s Church, corner of Monaghan Rd and Cameron St., from 5-6pm. $2/person. Gluten free spaghetti available – please call 705.741.3313 before Feb 23rd.
The Winter Blues – a fundraiser in support of Mysterious Entity at the Catalina Salon, 131 Hunter St. W at 8pm. Admission: $10 – at the door. Live entertainment, including blue music performed by Curtis Driedger, Jill Staveley, Matthew Watson, John Whitehead and more. Attendees are encouraged to wear something blue for the evening.
Feb 24-26 – Apsley Lion's Club Winter Carnival at the North Kawartha Community Centre, 340 McFadden Road, Apsley. For full details on the events visit : http://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/apsleylionson/ Highlights: Friday Night: Talent Show from 5-7:30pm. Saturday: Tyke Hockey Tournament, Dog Races, Tug of War, Nail Driving Contest, Jam Session. Sunday: Tyke Tournament, Dog Races and Presentations at 4pm.
Chemong Lodge has live entertainment every Friday night from 6-9 pm.
A Meal and an Evening of Fun every Friday night at the Mapleridge Recreation Centre, 1085 Brealey Dr., at 4:30pm. Enjoy your meal then play Bid Euchre, Bingo, Mexican Train Game and Horse Racing Game. $6/person.
SATURDAY (25th)
Brock Mission and Cameron House are hosting a Winter-Walk to raise funds for the homeless in Peterborough. Ptbo, along with 21 other cities across Canada for participants to experience a hint of the challenges faced by the homeless during a cold Canadian night in the dead of winter. Please visit the website: www.coldestnightoftheyear.org to view a short video and to register either as an individual, a family or a team of 5. For further information please contact Joyce Hodson (event director) at jhodson2@cogeco.ca
Bid Euchre at St. Alban’s Church, corner of Monaghan Rd and Cameron St., at 7pm. $3/person. Light lunch will be provided after the games. For further details call Sharon at 705.741.3313
Bill Dickinson will entertain you in the Lounge at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52, 1550 Lansdowne St. W., from 8-mid-night. A great night of music and dancing. Non members $2. (705.745.6361)
Brigade Aid 6 featuring East Coast Music A Piece of the Rock at Market Hall, 140 Charlotte St at 8pm. Silent Auction. Cost: $25/person. In support of the Ptbo Medical Bridgade Medical Mission to Flores, Indonesis in June/12.
Valentine Concert with the Ptbo Singers and featuring the Quartetto Gelato for a night of Gypsies, pyrotechnics, romantic arias, and virtuosic showpieces at Calvary Church on Lansdowne St. W at 2pm. Tickets are available at Pammett’s Flower Shop, Grainger’s Cleaners, Titles Bookstore, Emmaus Family Books, Happenstance Books & Yarns (Lakefield), Stewart Morrison Insurance (Lindsay), or by calling 705-745-1820 or visiting www.peterboroughsingers.com.
Feb 25/26 – St John Ambulance Standard First Aid/CPR/AED at Applewood Manor, 1500 Lansdowne St. W. from 8 30am-4pm. Includes new book & 3 yr certificate. For further info call 705.745.0031
SUNDAY (26th)
24th Annual YMCA PepsiCo Canada Half Marathon and Accuped 5K run/walk….and Wild Rock Kids 1KM Fun Run. All participants receive a technical t-shirt, hot post-race food, race bag with goodies and for the half marathong participants a finisher medal. Registration forms are at he YMCA or register at www.peterboroughymca.org For further details call 705.748.9622. Proceeds support the YMCA’s strong kids campaign.
Skate with the Petes for Easter Seals. The Petes game starts at 2pm – skate with the Petes following the game from 4:30-6pm. Registration 11-1:30pm. A minimum pledge of $30/person gains admission to Petes Skate. 50% of funds raised by your team or group will remain with your team or group. 50% will assist children and youth with physical disabilities in your community. For further details contact Coralie Jacobs 705.761.4159 or email cjacobs@easterseals.org
Come join the Kawartha Youth Orchestra for the 2nd Concert of their 10th Anniversary season to hear Sounds of Spring at 3pm at the Market Hall Theatre, 140 Charlotte St. Enjoy the warmth & music of France, featuring a debut by the KYO’s new apprentice Conductor, Dina Gilbert. Tickets are available by phone from the KYO office at 705.931.7539. Don’t forget: kids are only $5! www.thekyo.org
ONGOING EVENTS
Fleming College Continuing Education has over 1,000 courses and certificates, online and in class. Register now at www.flemingcollege.ca
Free After School Youth Drop In Centres for youth between the ages of 13 to 18 at various locations in town until June 2012. Check out the get R.E.A.L. program. To find the nearest location, visit www.ptboyouth.com or call 705.742.7777 ext 1486.
Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets the 2nd & 4th Thursdays each month from 7 – 9pm, Sept. to June at St. Alphonsus Knights of Columbus Hall. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. All levels of experience welcomed – 16+ in age. For more info call 705-749-3053
Ennismore Monthly Music Circle – the first Monday of every month (Oct – May) at 7pm at St. Martin’s Parish Hall (church basement). $5/person 13 and under free. Bring along your acoustic instrument, or just come to sing-along or listen! All ages and types of music warmly welcomed. Light refreshments served at the break. For more info call Kathy or Jane at 705.292.8760
Give a Child a Chance to Succeed in Life! Looking for families to become full-time or relief caregivers in Kinark’s Therapeutic Family Care Program. This program has been highly successful in healing youngsters who are experiencing emotional problems. You will provide basic care, supervision, encouragement and guidance to a child. If interested please call: Anita Vlaar at 705-742-3803 ext 321 or 1-800-386-6561or anita.vlaar@kinark.on.ca Kinark Child and Family Services is a non-profit, accredited children’s mental health agency.
Let Them Be Kids – Trent Hills: in the communities of Hastings Campbellford & Warkworth. Let Them Be Kids is an all volunteer, non-profit organization created to build community capacity on the grassroots level; while building playgrounds, skate parks and fitness parks across Canada. These projects leave a legacy of community members who are inspired and better equipped to lay a strong foundation for a brighter tomorrow. To learn more about the Trent Hills Playground and Fitness Park Project, and to follow its progress, visit www.trenthills.ltbk.ca
YWCA Y’s Buys, 316 Simcoe St., has a great selection of the latest fashions for women, men and children at hard-to-beat prices! Free parking behind the building. Proceeds from sales support the YWCA Crossroads Womens Shelter and other services and programs of your local YWCA. Your shopping dollar remains here in our own community! YWCA Y’s Buys is open Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 4:30 pm and Saturdays 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For further information, call the store at 742-8271.
The Peterborough Prostate Cancer Support Group is a well known name among patients, survivors and doctors in the Ptbo and Area Prostate Cancer Community. If you or someone you know has prostate cancer feel free to call 705.944.5505 or visit www.pccnp.webs.com for more information on: local monthly meetings on the 3rd Wed of the month; Prostate Cancer Speakers for Community Groups; and the Prostate Cancer Canada Network.
Now your library never closes! A digital library where library card holders can browse, check out, and download best-selling and classic audiobooks. The “Virtual Branch” is available any time of day from anywhere in the world. Visit www.MyPublicLibrary.ca or http://downloadcentre.library.on.ca
Merry Maids is Cleaning For A Reason. Merry Maids will donate time and money to help support women that are undergoing cancer treatment. They will focus on her home, so she can focus on her health. If you or someone you know is currently undergoing treatment for cancer and requires some assistance, please call 1-877-337-3348 or visit www.cleaningforareason.org for more info.
Heart disease and stroke are responsible for 1 in 3 Canadian deaths every year. Please help the Heart and Stroke Foundation change this. Take a few hours this February, and join our community of Heart Month Volunteers. With your help lives can be saved. Put your heart into it and make a difference. Register today at www.heartandstroke.ca/help or call your local office at 749-1044
Donate your vehicle for the Rotary Moving Wheels and receive a tax receipt for the proceeds for those in the Peterborough and Country area by the Ptbo Rotary Club. Call 742-5162 or rotarypeterboro@nexicom.net
The Kidney Car Program – a convenient way to dispose of an unwanted vehicle! Donors receive a tax receipt for the fair market value of the car and a free tow. The Kidney Car program assists the Kidney Foundation of Canada in improving the lives of those affected by kidney disease. www.kidney.ca
The Canadian Blood Donor Clinic, 55 George St. N is open Tues/Thurs: 12:30pm-8pm and Wed/Fri/Sat: 7:30am-1pm. Call 1-888-2 DONATE (36-6283) to book an appt. New donors and Walk-ins always welcomed!
For more information about Know the Score and for more information and assistance with a gambling problem, please visit www.knowthescore.ca or www.responsiblegambling.org or call the Ontario Problem Gambling Help line at 1-888-230-3505.
Lunches at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52,1550 Lansdowne St. W – every Tues to Friday from 11:30-2pm. Come out and enjoy a homemade lunch – $6 and the great company is free. Everyone welcome.
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 67, 12 York St N, serves full course lunches every day in the canteen from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Open to the public. They also have 2 full service Banquet Room Rental facilities to accommodate all your special occasions. Join us on our Riverside patio, open Monday to Sunday, 705-324-6971 or 705-324-2613
Lunches at Mapleridge Recreation Centre, 1085 Brealey Dr., Ptbo., from 11:30-12:30pm for $6/person. Wednesday: Soup and Sandwich; Thursday: Hot Lunches $6. For more info call 705.742.1481
Monthly Sunday Breakfasts at the Millbrook & District Lions Club, Cty Rd.10. Last Sunday of each Month (9am-12pm) Menu will vary each Sunday. Sausages, pancakes, French toast, bacon, eggs, toast, home fries- coffee, tea, juice and fresh fruit always. Adults $8, Seniors $7, Children under 12 $5.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Feb 27 – Healthy Beginnings: Prenatal Class takes place at the HKPR District Health Unit office, 200 Rose Glen Rd. in Port Hope 6:30 to 8:30pm. Join this free class offered by the Health Unit to help expectant parents prepare for baby's arrival. Continues for following three Monday nights. Pre-register by calling 905.885.9100 or toll-free at 1.866.888.4577.
Feb 27 – Prenatal Health Fair, hosted by the Ptbo County-City Health Unit from 6-8:30pm. For further information, please visit http://www.pcchu.ca/RH/RH-prenatal-health-fair.html
Feb 27 – Peterborough County Cattlemen’s Association invites all producers to an Information Meeting at 7:30pm at the Douro Community Centre. Refreshments will be served. For more info 705.760.9696.
Feb 28 – Ptbo’s 11th Annual Relay for Life for the Canadian Cancer Society is June 1st. Sign your team up today and take part in a magical event. This year’s Team Rally and Information Night will be held Tuesday February 28th at 6:30pm at Rhema Christian School. For full details or to register today call 705.742.3823 or visit www.PeterboroughRelayForLife.ca This year you can get involved and do your part to fight back!
Feb 28 – Sick Day Management – managing your diabetes is a challenge but when you are sick or have an infection it can be even harder. Attend this free session at the Ptbo Lions Community Centre, 347 Burnham St from 10-11:30am. Registration not required. For more info call the Canadian Diabetes Assoc at 705.742.2733
Feb 28 – Kawartha Stamp Club meets at the Immanuel Alliance Church, 1600 Sherbrooke Street West (just west of the water tower) Door open at 5.30pm. A one page competition will be held and the Royal Books will be available. All ages welcome.
Feb 29 – Where the Wild Things Go: Animals in Ancient Maya Economy and Exchange – a free public lecture by Dr. Erin Thornton at 7pm in Bagnani Hall, Traill College. Presented by Trent University Archaeological Research Centre (TUARC). Reception to follow at the Trend (Traill College)
Feb 29 – last day to register. Peterborough City and County residents can gain some extra motivation with the 7th Annual Driven to Quit Challenge, which is open until February 29. To register and for details about The Driven to Quit Challenge, Ontarians can go to www.DrivenToQuit.ca or call the Canadian Cancer Society Smokers’ Helpline at 1 877 513-5333.
Mar 2 – Don’t miss Craig Kielburger Co-Founder of Free the Children and Me to We coming to the Victoria Park Armoury in Lindsay. Hear Craig’s remarkable story of how he has impacted the world since he was 12 years old! Learn to use the Me to We philosophy to make a difference and to inspire youth around you to do the same. One person can cause a change. Tickets on sale now at the Boys & Girls Club and Scotiabank. For more info – 705.324.4493, ext 238. www.bgckl.com . Presented by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes Foundation and Scotiabank.
Mar 2 – World Day Of Prayer at St. John’s Anglican Church, 99 Brock St., Ptbo at 2pm. Guest Speaker: Mr. Adrian Ash, from Trent University. Learn more about Malaysia and its unique culture and heritage. Join Christians in more than 170 countries around the world and 2,000 communities who will gather on World Day of Prayer to pray and act in solidarity with the people of Malaysia. Refreshments following. For information, call St. John’s Anglican Church, 705.745.7624.
Mar 2 – World Day of Prayer Service and learn more about Malaysia and its unique culture and heritage at 2pm at Keene United Church. Everyone is welcome.
Mar 2 – Caitlyn Soares is holding a Fundraiser Event at the Junction from 8pm to 2am to help with the cost of her trip to South Africa to build a school and teach English. Admission:$5. There will be games, raffle and silent auction.
Mar 2 – Peterborough Astronomical Association monthly meeting takes place at the Orientation Centre of the Riverview Zoo, 1230 Water Street North at 7:30pm. Guest Speaker: Dr. Peter Dawson, Professor of Department of Physics and Astronomy, Trent University; The Star of Bethlehem presentation. Public welcome and free admission. www.peterboroughastronomy.com
Mar 3 – Annual Drummond Cribbage hosted by the Royal Canadian Legion, Ladies’ Auxiliary, R.C.L. Branch 300, Norwood. Registration: 11am; Play: noon. Cost: $20/two person team. All money returned as prizes. Light lunch available. Pre-register at 705.639.2175. Open to the public.
Mar 3 – Dance the Night Away with Variety the Dance band at the Holiday Inn, Quinte West. Reservations: 613.394.4855. Dance: $15; Buffet Dinner & Dance: $30; Accommodation: $80.
Mar 3 – Rabies Clinic in the Township of Cavan Monaghan at the Township Roads Department, 1470 County Rd 10 from 9-11am. $20/animal.
Mar 3 – The Kawartha Haliburton Trappers Association is hosting the 36th Annual Trappers Carnival at the North Kawartha Community Centre in Apsley from 9am-4pm featuring fur handling demonstrations, dozens of vendors and participate in various competitions and games throughout the day and access numerous industry services. Free admission – free parking.
Mar 4 – Irish Concert for St. Patrick's Day at 2:30 pm in St. Martin's Parish Hall, Ennismore. Skits, dancing, song, dinner and more.
Mar 6 – Country 105 presents Tommy Hunter at Showplace Performance Centre at 7pm. Tickets are $48 plus service charges and available at the Showplace Box Office, online at www.showplace.org or call 705.742.SHOW
Mar 8 – The Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets at St. Alphonsus Columbus Hall, corner of Ford and Frank St at 7pm. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. Newcomers welcomed – at any level of experience, 16+ in age. For further details call 705.749.3053. (Mtgs every 2nd & 4th Thurs)
Mar 8 – deadline – Funding available for Health, Humanity & Hunger Project(s). To receive a copy of the Application Form, please contact Karen Wilson at 705.876.3391 or visit the Rotary Club of Ptbo or visit the website at www.peterboroughrotary.ca and go into the Community Projects Partnerships page. Deadline at noon.
Mar 9 – Dance the Night Away with Variety the Dance band at the Best Western, Cobourg. Reservations: 905.372.2105. Dance: $15; Buffet Dinner & Dance: $44.45; Accommodation: $89.
Mar 10 – Ptbo Pop Ensemble presents Razzamatazz with special guests: the Ptbo Concert Band, at the Calvary Church, 1421 Lansdowne St. W., at 2pm. Tickets: $20/Adults; $10/Students; $15/groups of 10 or more. Tickets available at www.popensemble.com or Titles Bookstore, Happenstance Books & Yarns in Lakefield, Bud’s Music Centre and Cheslers Shoes.
Mar 10 – Pasta Supper at Immaculate Conception Church following the 4:30pm Mass. Advance tickets only – call 705.742.5466. Adults/$15; Under 12/$6; Under 5/free. Oven-baked pasta by Pasta Plus, salad, rolls, dessert, polish beer, wine, coffee & tea. Door prizes.
Mar 10 – Bid Euchre Game at St. Alban’s Church, corner of Monaghan Rd and Cameron St at 7pm. Admission: $3. A light lunch will be provided after the games.
Mar 10 & 17 – Norwood and District Minor Softball Registration 2012 – House League/Mite Development & Travelling Team & Adult League 3-Pitch. Registration: 9 am-12 pm at Foodland in Norwood & Havelock & Valumart in Hastings. Registration forms can also be printed from www.norwoodstorm.playsoftball.ca For more info call Larry Sullivan @ (705) 639-2850 (also March 17th)
Mar 10 & 11 – Snowmobilers and Racing fans – the Amsoil Kawartha Cup Snowmobile Races return to the Lindsay Exhibition. CSRA has brought in the Snow Guns and is making additional snow to ensure a great race weekend! See the Rockstar Energy Pro Open racers and Freestyle Team get over 100’ feet of air time. Races start at 9am. Kids Tickets just $10, available at the gates. Sponsored by: HB Cycle Ski-doo, Country 105 / BOB FM. For more info go to www.snowcross.com
Mar 10 & 11 – Warkworth Maple Syrup Festival at the Sandy Flat Sugar Bush from 9am-4pm both days. Sap making demonstrations, free tasting – taffy on Snow, horse drawn sleigh rides, nature trails, snowshoe competition and more. Plus, in the Village Shows & Sales: Juried Art & Photography, Antiques & Nostalgia, Artisan Jewellery, Craft. Also, a Petting Farm, Indoor Mini Golf, Food Fair and more. Free shuttle buses between the Village and the Sugar Bush. Admission: $4 – Children 12 yrs & under-Free. www.warkworthmaplesyrupfestival.ca
Mar 11 – The Ontario Underwater Council's, OUC, 49th Annual Ice Floe Race will be held at Lock 24 on the Otonabee River just outside Peterborough on River Road at 10am. There will be about 7 or 8 teams, each pushing down a 20X20 foot ice block weighing about 12-18 tonnes down the river towards lock 23. The race will last a little over an hour depending on their strength and endurance. This years beneficiary is Kawartha Food Share. All participants and volunteers are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food good and/or piece of clothing. More info can be found at www.underwatercouncil.com
Mar 12 – St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at Mapleridge Recreation Centre, 1085 Brealey Dr at 4:30pm. Irish Stew and dessert. Entertainment by Lefty McCabe.
Mar 14 – A Spring Break Event. Papa’s Trains! All aboard! Two shows at North Shore Public School, 42 Pinecrest Ave, Keene at 10am and 1pm. Papa entertains while operating extraordinary miniature trains that chug through animated settings like a rural farm, and amusement park. Cost:$5/person or $15/family. For more info call 705.295.6814 or 705.295.6622.
Mar 15 –The Kids on the Block Puppet Troupe will be at the Norwood Library to talk about Bullies and School Safety at 2pm. For more info call 705.639.2228
Mar 16 – Shamrock Shindig - a St.Patty's Fundraiser Dance at the Donwood Community Centre from 8pm-1am for Shayne Knieukirk, who is battling cancer. Local Band, Paul Kneller & gang will entertain you. $10/pp. For further info please contact Heather Crough at 705.745.9006
Mar 17 – Rabies Clinic in the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan at the Keene Fire Hall, 21 Third St from noon-3pm. $25/animal.
Mar 17 – Norwood and District Minor Softball Registration 2012 – House League/Mite Development & Travelling Team & Adult League 3-Pitch. Registration: 9 am-12 pm at Foodland in Norwood & Havelock & Valumart in Hastings. Registration forms can also be printed from www.norwoodstorm.playsoftball.ca For more info call Larry Sullivan @ (705) 639-2850
Mar 22 – The Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets at St. Alphonsus Columbus Hall, corner of Ford and Frank St at 7pm. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. Newcomers welcomed – at any level of experience, 16+ in age. For further details call 705.749.3053. (Mtgs every 2nd & 4th Thurs)
Mar 24 – Caladh Nua – a perfect balance between innovation and preservation of Ireland’s wonderful music and song tradition will entertain you at Market Hall at 8pm. Tickets: $35/person – available at Market Hall Box Office 705.749.1146 (Monday-Friday 12-5pm ), on-line www.markethall.org and at Moondance, 425 George St. Ptbo http://www.caladhnua.com
Mar 24/25 – Ever wondered how a quilt comes together? The Trent Evening Quilters host their Annual Quilt-In at Trent University's Great Hall from 10 am to 4 pm both days. This free event includes a quilt show, women will be sewing quilts in progress and a slice of birthday cake as the group celebrates its 13th Anniversary. For more info call 705.745.9643 or visit Facebook http://www.mykawartha.com/blog/156702
Mar 30 – Spaghetti Supper at St. Alban’s Church, corner of Monaghan Rd and Cameron St at 5pm. $2/person. If you are interested in gluten free, please call 705.741.3313 before Mar 29.
Mar 31 – Rabies Clinic in the Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan at the Keene Fire Hall, 21 Third St from noon-3pm. $25/animal.
Apr 4 – Rabies Clinic in the Township of Cavan Monaghan at the Township Roads Department, 1470 County Rd 10 from 6-8pm. $20/animal.
Apr 7 – Dance the Night Away with Variety the Dance band at the Holiday Inn, Quinte West. Reservations: 613.394.4855. Dance: $15; Buffet Dinner & Dance: $30; Accommodation: $80.
Apr 12 – The Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets at St. Alphonsus Columbus Hall, corner of Ford and Frank St at 7pm. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. Newcomers welcomed – at any level of experience, 16+ in age. For further details call 705.749.3053. (Mtgs every 2nd & 4th Thurs)
Apr 13 – Dance the Night Away with Variety the Dance band at the Best Western, Cobourg. Reservations: 905.372.2105. Dance: $15; Buffet Dinner & Dance: $44.45; Accommodation: $89.
Apr 15 – Kms for Care in Ennismore – Team Challenges in the 5km walk and run. Register your team of 6 to help Community Care Make Every Km Count. For further details visit www.commcareptbo.org
Apr 17 – Ptbo’s 11th Annual Relay for Life for the Canadian Cancer Society is June 1st. Sign your team up today and take part in a magical event. This year’s Captains Rally and Information Night will be held Tuesday April 17th at 6:30pm at Rhema Christian School. For full details or to register today call 705.742.3823 or visit www.PeterboroughRelayForLife.ca This year you can get involved and do your part to fight back!
Apr 19 – Country 105 presents Aaron Pritchett Up Close & Personal at the Park Theatre & Performing Arts Centre in Cobourg. Tickets are $27.50 plus HST & service charges and available at www.ticketwindow.ca or call to charge by phone 1-877-700-3130.
Apr 21 – The Once – a critically acclaimed trio, the pride of Newfoundland and Labradors folk music scene will entertain you at Market Hall at 8pm. http://www.theonce.ca
Apr 22 – Three Canadians are diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis every day. Lace up for the MS Walk at St. Peter’s Secondary School. Your participation in the MS Walk will help fund valuable programs and services in your own community and supports groundbreaking research dedicated to finding a cure for MS. Register today at www.mswalks.ca
Apr 26 – The Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets at St. Alphonsus Columbus Hall, corner of Ford and Frank St at 7pm. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. Newcomers welcomed – at any level of experience, 16+ in age. For further details call 705.749.3053. (Mtgs every 2nd & 4th Thurs)
May 5 – Dance the Night Away with Variety the Dance band at the Holiday Inn, Quinte West. Reservations: 613.394.4855. Dance: $15; Buffet Dinner & Dance: $30; Accommodation: $80.
May 10 – The Kawartha Hooks and Needles Guild meets at St. Alphonsus Columbus Hall, corner of Ford and Frank St at 7pm. Evenings of fun, workshops, guest speakers and camaraderie. Newcomers welcomed – at any level of experience, 16+ in age. For further details call 705.749.3053. (Mtgs every 2nd & 4th Thurs)
May 11 – Dance the Night Away with Variety the Dance band at the Best Western, Cobourg. Reservations: 905.372.2105. Dance: $15; Buffet Dinner & Dance: $44.45; Accommodation: $89.
May 12 – Fundraiser Auction for the Lindsay Exhibition and the East Lake Simcoe Pioneer Society at the Lindsay Fair Grounds, corner of Hwy 7 & Angeline St. S., at 11am. All types of consignments and donations welcome. Consignments can be viewed at www.lindsayex.com Lunch available on site.
