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ininige / s/he holds
Guest curated by Lori Beavis, ininige examines the work of five contemporary women artists each of whom carry knowledge, memory and skills developed across time and through their art practice.…
Watershed
“In waterways, there is a constant flow of intergenerational knowledge passing through the lakes, rivers and oceans; every body of water holds a spirit, a history and informs the land.”…
Figuring Identity: declarations and dreams
Works from the Youth Art Mentorship Program Featuring local youth artists: Masinjah Aloh, Ruby Carbert, Annabelle Diamond, Artemis Lishman, and Jace McIntyre This exhibition is the culmination of the 2023/24…
40th Anniversary: KAST Selections Exhibition
Featuring one work by each of this year's participating artists, the 40th Anniversary: KAST Selection Exhibition seeks to capture the outstanding quality, spirit, and variety available on this year's tour.…
Oysterfest 2024
Oysterfest 2024
Mercedes-Benz Peterborough presents the 3rd Annual Oysterfest at Chemong Lodge! Oysterfest 2024 promises a fun-filled day packed with 6 Live Music Acts, Dr J's BBQ Pop-up, Beer & Wine Tents, Kids'…
Yoga & Lunch
Yoga & Lunch
Indulge in a sensory journey that begins with a revitalizing slow-flow yoga session, helping you connect with your breath as you move mindfully through different poses. Utilizing this heightened awareness,…
5 events,
Mediumship Readings
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…
5 events,
Summer Workshops- Musical Instruments
Summer Workshops- Musical Instruments
In this activity, children will have the opportunity to make a variety of musical instruments that they can actually play! Programs run from 9:30am - 12pm. The cost is $25…
5 events,
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Elton Rohn
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Elton Rohn
Elton Rohn will be taking you down the “Yellow Brick Road” performing as Elton John during the prime of his career. The seven-piece tribute band, hitting the Musicfest Stage August…
5 events,
Springville Market Wellness Event
Springville Market Wellness Event
Springville Market Ontario Canada will be bringing wellness to it’s family event this coming Sunday August 4, 2024 11am-4pm Along with their regular activities. Yoga, Kombucha, B12 and more!! Jasmine…
5 events,
Billy Talent with Special Guests Crown Lands & NOBRO
Billy Talent with Special Guests Crown Lands & NOBRO
Peterborough Memorial Centre is extremely excited to announce that Billy Talent will be bringing its iconic and identifiable brand of rock music for a live performance on Tuesday, August 6.…
6 events,
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Dwayne Gretzky
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Dwayne Gretzky
Named as a homage to a Canadian icon, supergroup cover band Dwayne Gretzky has built a reputation as one of the best and most popular live acts in Toronto. They…
Latin Harvest Dinner
Latin Harvest Dinner
Join us on August 7th for a special Latin-inspired themed Harvest Dinner. We hosted this event last year, and it was one of our favourites! We are thrilled to welcome…
6 events,
Summer Workshops- Pocket Picnic
Summer Workshops- Pocket Picnic
Picnics are a wonderful way to enjoy the summer sun and nice weather. In this activity, children will make their own picnic basket, as well as some tiny treats to…
KAST 40th Anniversary Celebration
KAST 40th Anniversary Celebration
The Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour (KAST) celebrates its 40th Anniversary this year, making it one of the longest running Studio Tours in Canada. To mark the occasion, the Art Gallery…
9 events,
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Lindsay Ell
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: Lindsay Ell
Randy Bachman discovered Calgary-born country pop sensation Lindsay Ell at the age of 15, and ever since then, she has been taking care of business. The award-winning singer, songwriter, and…
Lakefield Sidewalk Sale 2024
Lakefield Sidewalk Sale 2024
Welcome to the 2024 Lakefield Sidewalk Sale! Come out to Lakefield and join us for this fun day of outdoor shopping as we close down the main street and set up…
Drag Queen Story Time with Betty Baker
Drag Queen Story Time with Betty Baker
Betty Baker, a local Drag Queen and star personality, will share some of her favourite stories exploring diversity, inclusion, and respect.
4 events,
Tiny Tots Clothing Swap
Tiny Tots Clothing Swap
Join us for a fun and sustainable way to refresh your little one's wardrobe at our Tiny Tots Clothing Swap! This event is perfect for families with children ages 0-5,…
4 events,
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR!- An EPIC 80s Sing-Along
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR!- An EPIC 80s Sing-Along
Why See a Show When You Can BE the Show? Experience Choir! Choir! Choir!’s EPIC 80s Sing-Along! Get ready to transform from audience member to performer with Choir! Choir! Choir!—the…
6 events,
Wild Rivers Presented by Peterborough Folk Festival
Wild Rivers Presented by Peterborough Folk Festival
Peterborough Folk Festival kick off concert celebrating 35 years in 2024. Platinum-selling indie trio Wild Rivers, Khalid Yassein , Devan Glover , and Andrew Oliver , have a gift for…
The Michael Jackson HIStory Show
The Michael Jackson HIStory Show
Showtime Australia presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting…
Femininomenon Comedy Cabaret
Femininomenon Comedy Cabaret
The Femininomenon Comedy Cabaret is a dash of music, a cup of comedy, a pinch of campy drag performance and a twist of gender! Featuring Christel Bartelse, Betty Baker, and…
6 events,
Rocky Road Jeep Cruise Night
Rocky Road Jeep Cruise Night
Have a Jeep? Love Ice Cream? Join Central Smith for their first ever Cruise Night! From 3 pm - 9pm at Central Smith Creamery. All welcome! - Bouncy Castle -…
Yoga + Flowers
Yoga + Flowers
Join us amongst the flowers for a relaxing sundown yoga session, guided by One Body Wellness. Our Yoga + Flower event includes a Pick Your Own pass, where you will…
Peterborough Perpetrators
Peterborough Perpetrators
Join true crime enthusiast and historian Maddie More as she tells you about the robberies, murders, and other crimes that captivated the attention of the Peterborough community in the 19th…
7 events,
Peterborough Folk Festival 2024
Nicholls Oval Park will feature four stages of live music - Main Stage, Cameron’s Pavilion Stage, Generation Solar Stage and Children’s Stage - as well as our family-friendly Children's Village,…
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: David Wilcox
Peterborough Musicfest Presents: David Wilcox
A superb entertainer, master guitarist, with his signature soulful voice, David Wilcox has inhabited the Canadian musical landscape for decades with his blend of rock, blues, country, ragtime and other…
Buckhorn Festival of the Arts 2024
Buckhorn Festival of the Arts 2024
The Buckhorn Festival of the Arts brings professional, world-renowned artists from across Canada to the park-like setting of the Buckhorn Community Centre. This event originated as the first fundraising event…
Painting Class
Painting Class
Embark on an artistic journey with our tree painting class! Channel your inner Jackson Pollock as you experiment with dripping, dotting, and splattering to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. With step-by-step instruction,…
7 events,
Live Music & Wood-Fired Pizza
Live Music & Wood-Fired Pizza
Join us for live music on our outdoor stage this summer! A new local musician or band will be playing every Sunday from 1-4pm. Listen to some great tunes while…
Buckhorn Festival of the Arts 2024
Buckhorn Festival of the Arts 2024
The Buckhorn Festival of the Arts brings professional, world-renowned artists from across Canada to the park-like setting of the Buckhorn Community Centre. This event originated as the first fundraising event…
Springville Market Summer Fun Family Event
Springville Market Summer Fun Family Event
Springville Market Ontario Canada will have over 20 vendors on Sunday August 18 from 11am-3pm. Brian Tisdale will be entertaining on the patio. Springville Tap N’ Grill will be open…
4 events,
Summer Workshops- Flower Crowns
Summer Workshops- Flower Crowns
Making flower crowns is a time-honoured tradition that has been practiced for centuries. Children will have the opportunity to take part in this classic summer activity, using yarn to create…
5 events,
Peterborough Perpetrators
Peterborough Perpetrators
Join true crime enthusiast and historian Maddie More as she tells you about the robberies, murders, and other crimes that captivated the attention of the Peterborough community in the 19th…
Melón Jimenez and Lara Wong: Flamenco and World Music
Melón Jimenez and Lara Wong: Flamenco and World Music
Experience the mesmerizing fusion of flamenco, jazz, and Indian music with the enchanting duo of Melón Jimenez and Lara Wong. In a dynamic and constant dialogue between cultures, Melón and…
6 events,
Ladies of Little Lake Women’s History Tour
Ladies of Little Lake Women’s History Tour
Join local historian Karen Carter-Edwards in Little Lake Cemetery to meet some of the women who lived and worked in Peterborough during the 19th and 20th centuries and helped shape…
Conman’s 3rd Annual Lobsterfest
Conman’s 3rd Annual Lobsterfest
On Sunday, August 25th, Rapid Lift Inc proudly presents Conman's 3rd Annual Lobsterfest, in support of Oceans Initiative A treasured tradition we look forward to each year, our annual Lobsterfest brings together friends, family,…
4 events,
Free Roller Skating
Free Roller Skating
Enjoy free roller skating/roller blading Wednesday evenings at the Douro Community Centre between now and August 28th! Bring your own rollerblades or roller skates, as there are no rentals available.…
7 events,
Singing for SickKids
Singing for SickKids
On Friday, August 30th Chemong Lodge will be hosting the Singing for SickKids annual fundraiser, founded by the small business owners of the Kawarthas! Guests will spend the day supporting…
Swing Dancing Night
Swing Dancing Night
One of our favourite and most popular events is our Salsa Nights with the incredibly talented Gabia. Gabia is a seasoned professional dancer, from Dance With Me, who is trained…
One man comedy show supporting new Ukrainian Canadians
One man comedy show supporting new Ukrainian Canadians
This one-man comedy show fundraiser was inspired by the comedian's encounter with a family recently displaced from Ukraine. Come join us for an hour of laughter and support families that…
4 events,
Downtown Sidewalk Sale
Downtown Sidewalk Sale
Downtown businesses are being invited to get involved in a day of community celebration, shopping, and music as the Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) hosts its end of summer…