Arts & Entertainment
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bienes importados / imported goods by Anahí González
Anahí González’ artistic practice and research explore migration, Mexican labour for/within Canada, Canadian imperialism, and identity with questions relating to commerce, systems of power and the event of photography through…
Words & Beyond: How Communication Brings Us Together
The Peterborough Museum & Archives (PMA) Heideman Gallery was transformed by up-and-coming museum professionals from Fleming College’s Museum Management and Curatorship program! The students’ exhibition explores how communication has shaped…
Weaving Workshop: Coiled Basketry with Foraged Materials
Weaving Workshop: Coiled Basketry with Foraged Materials
For generations, people have been using locally sourced and readily available materials to create baskets. In the first class of this two-part workshop, you’ll learn about a variety of local…
Crochet Workshop: Granny Squares
Crochet Workshop: Granny Squares
Crochet is one way of taking yarn and turning it into an item or something new. Learning to create crochet granny squares can open the doors to an abundance of…
JP Cormier & David Gunning
JP Cormier & David Gunning
Two of Canada’s greatest roots singer-songwriters have finally done what everybody’s wanted — heck, what they’ve wanted — for years. Dave Gunning and J.P. Cormier are releasing their first album…
4 events,
Draw Together
Draw Together
At the Peterborough Public Library, visitors are invited to drop by the Story Corner for an hour of creative coloring and drawing. The library will provide all necessary art supplies,…
The Stampeders…One More Time
The Stampeders…One More Time
‘They're on their way, to the city lights’ ... and, THE predominant Canadian Rock ‘n’ Roll band of the 1970s – The Stampeders – are bringing along all their classic…
4 events,
Matt Fraser – America’s Top Psychic Medium
Matt Fraser – America’s Top Psychic Medium
Matt Fraser - America's Top Psychic Medium and television star will be stopping at the PMC this May! His sold-out live events have allowed him to bring healing, hope and…
Pretzel Logic
Pretzel Logic
At the nexus of jazz, blues and rock lies Steely Dan, the musicians’ band. Pretzel Logic is a nine-piece band whose dedicated members play with a passion the music of Steely…
5 events,
Star Wars Makerspace
Star Wars Makerspace
For Ages 7 + years. The Peterborough Public Library is making paper circuit lightsabers just in time for Star Wars Day on May 4! This is a fun STEM project…
The Hip Experience 2024
The Hip Experience 2024
The hip experience return by popular demand. This band captivates the spirit and sound of the tragically hip. A must see event for fans of the band. A show the…
7 events,
Youth Week Interactive Film: The Last Jedi
Youth Week Interactive Film: The Last Jedi
May the Fourth be with you! Join an interactive viewing of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. They’ll have popcorn and prizes. BYOL: Bring your own lightsaber!
Kids Only – Discovery After Dark
Kids Only – Discovery After Dark
The lights are dimmed, the doors are locked and the galleries are empty... welcome to Kids Only- Discovery After Dark! One Saturday evening a month we give kids the opportunity…
4 events,
Astrology Sessions with Kate
Astrology Sessions with Kate
During your one-hour in-depth birth chart reading, Kate will: Explore your personality, character, soul calling, and emotional body. Showcase your innate talents and strengths. Provide insight into the current planetary…
Kawartha String Orchestra Spring Concert
Kawartha String Orchestra Spring Concert
The Kawartha String Orchestra (KSO) is pleased to present their annual spring concert on Sunday May 5 starting at 2pm at Emmanuel United Church (534 George St N, Peterborough). The…
4 events,
Marc Jordan & Amy Sky…Together in Concert!
Marc Jordan & Amy Sky…Together in Concert!
Marc Jordan & Amy Sky...Together in Concert is, in short, magical! Two much-loved and respected, multiple award-winning Canadian singer-songwriters fuse their individual talents to create a spellbinding evening of entertainment.…
A Night at the Museum
A Night at the Museum
Join Museum staff and explore and discover the museum. Play the trivia game and try to win some prizes from the cool gift shop.
3 events,
Otonacon Board Game Convention
The Mother of all OtonaCons happens over four days in May! A 400 game library, tournaments, play to win, special events, a designers event, vendors, and more!
6 events,
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
Join for a Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at the winery on Thursday, May 9th or Friday, May 10th. This event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the incredible women in…
Blooms + Brews
Blooms + Brews
Bring your Mom + your Mom Tribe to this social creative evening. Your ticket includes one complementary beer from 100 Acres, and a build your own bouquet workshop. Sip +…
Spring Beach Bash
Spring Beach Bash
Come on out May 10th to support Five Counties Children’s Centre! Live music performance by Midlife Crisis! Doors Open: 7:30pm Food Truck Available Tickets are now available for $25 CASH…
8 events,
Mother’s Day Fishing Weekend
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish. Free loans for…
Mother’s Day Brunch
Welcome to Mother's Day Brunch! Celebrate the special mother figure your life at our Mother's Day Brunch event on May 11 & 12th, 2024 held at the Ivy Event Space.…
One Year Anniversary Party & Beer Release (Live Music)
One Year Anniversary Party & Beer Release (Live Music)
Can you believe it? 100 Acre Brewing Co. is almost celebrating its first anniversary! 🎉 Join them to mark this special occasion with a new beer release and a unique,…
Mother’s Day Harvest Dinner
Mother’s Day Harvest Dinner
On Saturday, May 11th, treat Mom, or any extraordinary woman in your life, to an indulgent evening out. Join us for a cocktail hour from 5:00 – 6:00 pm, including…
Parkdale Rebels at Jethro’s
Parkdale Rebels at Jethro’s
Parkdale Rebels bring their cosmic Country music sound to Jethro's Bar & Stage!
9 events,
Mom and Child Workshops
Mom and Child Workshops
We know Mom is special and it is a busy day - so we have planned some events over Friday May 10, Sat May 11 and Sun May 12. Macrame…
Mother’s Day Brunch
Mother’s Day Brunch
Join for one of the things Rolling Grape Vineyard does best, brunch! Celebrate Mother’s Day with your family at the winery and enjoy a specially curated brunch board on Saturday,…
Love, Loss, and What I Wore
Love, Loss, and What I Wore
A staged reading at Market Hall, directed by Linda Kash. A Mother's Day treat! An intimate collection of stories told by women about pivotal moments in their lives and how…
3 events,
Workshop- What does connection look and feel like?
Workshop- What does connection look and feel like?
Join Jane and Brian, as they take you through group and individual art-making! This one of a kind workshop will involve exploration and play with slightly strange and wonderful materials.…
Decades of Bond
Decades of Bond
Decades of Bond is the Ultimate tribute to the incredible music of the James Bond Film Empire. This 13-piece show band is stacked with some of the finest musicians in…
2 events,
Tide of Hope: a play about the Peter Robinson Immigration
Tide of Hope: a play about the Peter Robinson Immigration
Tide of Hope is a Peter Robinson emigration play based on the life of David Nagle and his flight from turmoil and oppression in Ireland to Upper Canada. Commemorating the…
3 events,
Girl’s Night Out – Henna Party
Girl’s Night Out – Henna Party
Come out for a 2 hour Henna Tattoo Event hosted by Lea Moffatt. She will introduce henna, how to use, and you will get to give tattoos to your friends!…
Jimbo’s Drag Circus World Tour 2024
Jimbo’s Drag Circus World Tour 2024
For the first time ever, Murray & Peter in association with House Of Jimbo proudly present, "Jimbo's Drag Circus World Tour", with weirdest show on earth. Get ready for an…
6 events,
Girl in the Goldfish Bowl
Girl in the Goldfish Bowl
Set in the ocean-side, fishery town of 1960’s Steveston, British Columbia, Iris takes us back to her 12-year-old self, and what she describes as “the last few days of her…
Ecology Park Opening Plant Sale & Celebration
Ecology Park Opening Plant Sale & Celebration
Mark your calendars! Ecology Park is kicking off their annual selling season with an exciting Opening Plant Sale & Celebration. Start the growing season by asking experts about how to…
Clay Pot Paint Class
Clay Pot Paint Class
🎨 Paint a beautiful planter pot that you can enjoy all summer long! 👩🎨 This class includes all materials including the pot, paint, brushes, and apron. Plant not included. Ages…
3 events,
Spiritual Mediumship Readings
Spiritual Mediumship Readings
30-Minute Private Mediumship Readings with Helen Peacock. Your reading also includes a glass of wine or cider to enjoy during your session. Helen serves as the bridge between our world and the spirit…
Cirque LuzDalia
Cirque LuzDalia
Don't miss out on Cirque LuzDalia, a one of a kind cirque show like you have never seen before. Exciting acrobats, daredevils, aerialists, comedians and more! Our show includes a…
3 events,
Trail Tales
Trail Tales
Come out for an evening family stroll along some of Peterborough’s lovely trails while Laura shares some oral stories, songs and rhymes that connect us to the natural beauty around…
Tom Eastland
Tom Eastland
Every Tuesday evening during may, folk-rock musician Tom Eastland will preform a pub-style show featuring upbeat and familiar songs with some original songs mixed in.
2 events,
Craft Café
Craft Café
Bring your own needlework or papercraft projects for Peterborough Public Library's weekly crafters’ meetup where we share tips, ideas, challenges, and successes! They will have a Cricut machine available for…
3 events,
Wildlife Wednesdays
Wildlife Wednesdays
Kawartha Wildlife Centre and the Library are excited to continue to offer this fun, 6-week series which teaches you about the six major classifications of animals - mammals, invertebrates, fish,…
3 events,
Paired Reflexology & Lunch
Paired Reflexology & Lunch
👣✨ Indulge in the ultimate relaxation with our Paired Reflexology & Pizza Lunch! 🍷🍕 Join for an exclusive experience with two expert reflexologists offering 30-minute personalized sessions for you and…
5 events,
Woodburning Workshop: Animal Portrait
Woodburning Workshop: Animal Portrait
Learn the traditional art of woodburning by creating an Animal Portrait While this class will present the basics of using a woodburning tool, including how to prepare a surface for…
Rice Lake Arts Open House
Rice Lake Arts Open House
Spend an afternoon enjoying the outdoors at Rice Lake Arts! Join to kick off Rice Lake Arts' first season at the Rice Lake Arts Open House on Sunday May 26 1-4pm.…
Staged Reading: Surrender, Dorothy
Staged Reading: Surrender, Dorothy
Online dating has been around for a while but it isn't something most of us over 50 would ever consider, right? Until Ally, in her 50's, meets someone-online! She insists…
2 events,
Country “Singo” (Bingo Night!)
Country “Singo” (Bingo Night!)
🍻🎉 Join us for our very first Bingo Night at 100 Acre Brewing Co! 🎉🍻 We'll be hosting a unique country-themed "singing bingo" event. Songs will be played; if you…
3 events,
Live Music at the Brewery
Live Music at the Brewery
🍻🎶🎸 Get ready for another wonderful night of live music at the brewery! This Thursday, May 30th, we’re excited to welcome @seanjamiesonmusic to our stage! Grab your favourite beer and…
Good Lovelies
Good Lovelies
The rich complexity of life is the emotional focus of the much-anticipated new album from one of Canada’s most accomplished and harmonious trios – Good Lovelies. The songs on We…
3 events,
The Child in All of Us
The Child in All of Us
Come to Peterborough New Horizons Bands' Spring concert, "The Child in All of Us", at 7pm, at Calvary Church. All 5 of their concert bands will be performing. Proceeds from…
Tommy Youngsteen – Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the USA”
Tommy Youngsteen – Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the USA”
Tommy Youngsteen performs Bruce Springsteen's classic 1984 album "Born in the USA" along with all his Greatest Hits, featuring a 10 piece all-star band! Tommy Youngsteen is a Toronto based…
2 events,
7th Annual Kawartha Craft Beer Festival
7th Annual Kawartha Craft Beer Festival
The Kawartha Craft Beer Festival, presented by Bobcaygeon Brewing Company, is pleased to announce the 7th anniversary of the Festival, taking place on May 31 and June 1, 2024. We're…