Trail Tales
2024-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
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 us.
Please dress for the weather, we only cancel if there’s severe weather.
Jan 23 – Meet at Pioneer Memorial Park: Master’s College and Seminary
Feb 20- Meet at Sherbrooke Woods: Monseigneur-Jamot
Mar 12 – London Street Footbridge
Apr 9 – Mark S. Burnham Provincial Park parking lot
Apr 23 – Bridlewood Park (1684 Ramblewood Drive)
May 7 – Inverlea Park (18 Dennistoun Avenue)
May 21 – Little Lake Cemetery main gate (915 Haggart St)

Matthew Good with special guest Vilvant
2024-04-23 20:00 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Matthew Good is a multi-platinum selling Canadian recording artist, best known for his signature vocal style, guitar-driven melodies, and cinematic lyrics.
He began his career as the frontman for the Matthew Good Band, one of the most successful Canadian alternative rock bands during the 1990s and early 2000s.
Good’s body of work includes thirteen full-length studio albums, four EPs, two compilation LPs, and one live album. He has been nominated for 21 Juno Awards throughout his career, with two solo wins for Rock Album of the Year for Vancouver (2009) and Video of the Year for 2003’s “Weapon”, and two wins for Best Group (Matthew Good Band) and Best Rock Album for Beautiful Midnight (2000).
He has also garnered eight Top 10 radio singles in Canada as a solo artist, including “Weapon,” “In A World Called Catastrophe,” “Alert Status Red,” “Born Losers” and “Last Parade.”
His most recent studio album, Moving Walls (2020), was praised as his strongest solo effort, and a “haunting and cinematic piece of art”.
Through his music, Good’s defiant spirit anchors a vulnerable, unapologetic outlook on life while offering glimpses of hope and reminding us there is beauty in the world. Never one to bite his tongue, his hyper-awareness of the world around him, including political, socio-economic, and mental health issues, has earned him accolades for his thoughtful and deliberate approach.

Craft Café
2024-04-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
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 those wanting to use this tool.

Harry Potter Bingo
2024-04-24 19:00 - 21:00 | The Boardwalk Board Game Lounge, 261 George Street North, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3G9
Join for an evening of wizard fun and food inspired by Sweet Spirits’ bakebook whisking wizards.
Bingo starts at 7pm, but doors open at 5pm: arrive early to get settled in, order some dinner, and play some board games (access to our game library included in ticket price) while you wait for the festivities to begin.
The team at the Boardwalk will be serving snacks and mixing drinks inspired by the wizarding world.
Every ticket includes a fresh baked cookie Hogwarts Cookie.
Don’t be afraid to dress up or show off your house colours, because when the clock strikes 7 we will be whisking you away to a world of witchcraft and wizardry for some tasty treats and themed bingo to win some fantastic prizes.

Public Energy Presents: No One's Special at the Hot Dog Cart
2024-04-24 19:30 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
“Everything I needed to know about emergency response, I learned as a teenage hot dog vendor in downtown Toronto” Charlie Petch (perfomer/writer).
Award winning playwright, author, and spoken word performer Charlie Petch (They/He) tells true stories from their past as a 911 operator, hospital bed allocator, emergency room clerk, and street worker. “No one’s special at the hot dog cart” is filled with busking performance, novelty instruments, clown, tragicomedy, lessons in de-escalation technique, and a deep appreciation of street communities

Wildlife Wednesdays
2024-04-25 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
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, birds, amphibians and reptiles.
We will look at books from the collection, listen to firsthand experiences with animals and participate in hand-on activities to help us connect more closely to the wildlife living among us and help us to interact with them in a positive way.
After completing the 6 weeks, participants will be certified as a Peterborough Wildlife Hero! If you miss a session, don’t worry – you can join us again in the summer.
Apr 24 – Mammals
May 1 – Invertebrates
May 8 – Fish
May 15 – Birds
May 22 – Amphibians
May 29 – Reptiles

Maker Space Open Studio
2024-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V8, Canada
Join us on Thursday evenings at Artspace for our weekly Open Studio program! Participate in a weekly activity or bring your own project, and come make some art in a calm, creative, community space!

What is Open Studio?
Open Studio is a FREE weekly art program, where community members of all ages and skill levels can come out and make art together! Registration is required to participate.
What can I make?
Each week, we have a set artmaking activity, facilitated by a volunteer instructor. Community members can also bring their own project, OR utilize Maker Space materials such as collaging, zine making, mending, embroidery, colouring, knitting, or crochet.
February Activity Schedule:
Thursday, April 4th 2024: Monoprinting
Thursday, April 11th 2024: Painting with Acrylics
Thursday, April 18th 2024: Painting with Acrylics
Thursday, April 25th 2024: Bring Your Own Craft

Pub Night Thursdays
2024-04-25 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-02 18:30 - 21:30 | Chemong Lodge, 764 Hunter Street, Bridgenorth, Ontario, K0L1H0, Canada
Join us every Thursday in the Pub for live music, classic pub fare and cold beers!
Feeling peckish? We will be releasing our pub-approved $13 bites menu, filled with classics like devilled eggs, cheeseburger sliders, tacos & more, alongside beverage specials that will be available exclusively in the pub.
Come one, come all and join us for Pub Night Thursdays at the Lodge

Harvest Dinner with Red Mill Maple Syrup
2024-04-26 17:00 - 21:00 | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
Join us on Friday April 26th for our first Harvest Dinner of the season! We are welcoming Red Mill Maple Syrup to the winery for the evening. They will be offering samples of their many excellent locally-made maple syrups.
This is our first Harvest Dinner with Chef Kevin Olinger, and he has created an incredible menu for the evening inspired by spring, using seasonal ingredients from community partners.
Dinner will include a cocktail hour with a welcome drink and passed canapés from 5:00 – 6:00pm.
Patrick Dorie Duo will be performing live.

Girl's Night Out - Henna Party
2024-04-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Grand Events, 861 Chemong Road, Unit 16, Peterborough, ON, K9H 5Z5
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! Includes a snack and a drink with your ticket. Two different dates but only 15 spots per date!

LYS Day (Local Yarn Store Day)
2024-04-27 10:00 - 15:00 | A River of Yarn, 353 Kent's Bay Rd, Keene, ON, K9J6X8
Show support for small business while driving awareness and celebrating craft. Be sure to join us on Saturday April 27th from 10am to 3pm for LYS Day! We will be celebrating with a tent sale, fibre and yarn testing, various tool demonstrations, light refreshments. Bring a lawn chair, a project to work on, and enjoy some time by the river.

Musical Concert with the Peterborough Children's Chorus
2024-04-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
Join Peterborough Public Library for a public performance by the Peterborough Children’s Chorus. Hear over 40 musicians ages 8-18 sing pop, folk, ballads, and musical theatre in harmony, and maybe even sing along! Songs feature emerging Canadian composers.

Saturday Art Club
2024-04-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2G1, Canada
Join us on the last Saturday of the month for Saturday Art Club
Does your child have an interest in art? Are they looking to explore new materials and techniques? Then join us each month for this exploration-based studio program. Gallery instructors will lead activities designed to support and develop your child’s artistic interests and talents, while taking inspiration from our current exhibitions.

Craft and Glow in Dark Dance Event
2024-04-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Grand Events, 861 Chemong Road, Unit 16, Peterborough, ON, K9H 5Z5
Parents do you need 2 hours out to get things done? Does your kid like crafts and dancing? Send them to our Craft and Dance Party! Only 20 spots. Includes food and drink with ticket purchase.
Ages 4-8

Kids Glow in Dark Dance Party
2024-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Grand Events, 861 Chemong Road, Unit 16, Peterborough, ON, K9H 5Z5
Parents – drop your 8-13 year old off for a fun night of Glow in the Dark Dancing with Friends. Bring a white t-shirt that can be decorated with glow in the dark paint! Only 20 spots available. Food and drink included.

André Bisson Band
2024-04-27 20:00 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
From a small town in Northern Ontario to lively crowds across England and Wales, André Bisson has proved that he has a message worth listening to. With a career that spans over 20 years, his musical resume includes 10 studio albums, countless awards, and sold out shows across Canada, US, UK, and Europe.
As the sole songwriter and arranger for a group of 7 musicians, André has created his own musical brand infused with soul, roots, blues, and R&B. Using an eclectic combination of instruments, he creates a musical story that becomes the soundtrack for his lyrics.
Since first taking to the stage at age 15, André’s love and dedication has always been to the live show. Combining his powerhouse vocals with a group of world class musicians, André makes it a priority to always give the audience an exciting, intense, and memorable musical experience. The connection between the musicians, the song, and the audience is always the ultimate goal.
Throughout the years, André’s style and philosophy towards music has attracted attention in the music community. Since his first album release in 2009, Andre has gained notoriety with awards such as “Male Vocalist of the Year” – Hamilton Blues Awards, “Song of the Year” – Blues and Roots Radio International Song Contest, and a five time nominee at the Hamilton Arts Awards. André was also selected by the Grand River Blues Society to compete at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. Recently, Andre was nominated for a 2024 Maple Blues Award for Songwriter of the Year.
With a dedication to the live show and a sound that is constantly growing and evolving, each performance is unique in its own way. It is these qualities that keep the audience engaged, excited and returning time and time again.

Yoga with Amanda
2024-04-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Grand Events, 861 Chemong Road, Unit 16, Peterborough, ON, K9H 5Z5
Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned yogi, these classes are well suited for all yoga journeys. Both classes offer the opportunity to explore mindfulness, movement, and breath work. Bring a mat and water.
Mondays 7:45-8:45pm Flow and Stretch
Sundays 9-10am Rise and Shine Yoga

Weaving Workshop: Coiled Basketry with Foraged Materials
2024-04-28 12:00 - 16:00 | The Art School of Peterborough, 174A Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2T8
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 plants that can be used for basketry, as well as items that might be growing in your own yard and home or even found in the fridge. We’ll also go into detail on how to gather, prepare, and dry these items to make baskets. I’ll show a few techniques for making braids and cordage out of natural materials. Finally, we’ll look at how to make inserts with wood and nut slices. In the second half, you’ll be able to use the materials you’ve prepared to make your own small coiled basket. You’ll also learn some of the more complex stitches that can be used in this type of basketry.
While all the tools and materials you’ll need will be provided, feel free to forage locally in your own yard, neighbourhood, or even fridge for items that could become baskets. Some great materials include grasses (long, thin, and leafy are best), long pine needles, cattail leaves, reeds, dandelion stems, cornhusks, iris/crocosmia/lily/daffodil leaves (from the garden or saved from bouquets), young raspberry stalks, burdock stalks, spider plant, bamboo leaves, wild garlic stem, rhubarb stalk, leeks, and even banana skins (bring a whole eating banana if you want to learn to make lovely black cordage). Any items you’d like to work with should be brought to the first class.

Crochet Workshop: Granny Squares
2024-04-28 13:00 - 16:00 | The Art School of Peterborough, 174A Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2T8
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 fun and exciting projects; like blankets, sweaters, bucket hats, and so much more!
This workshop is recommended for beginners. Having some basic knowledge/experience with crochet is helpful for getting started, but not necessary. You’ll learn how to chain stitch, single crochet stitch, double crochet stitch, and create a basic granny square. Please note that the instructor is left handed, so this workshop is especially helpful for lefties who are looking for left hand instruction. This workshop is offered at $45 per person with all supplies included with a $10 material fee

JP Cormier & David Gunning
2024-04-28 16:00 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
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 together, called Two. Great friends, frequent collaborators, co-writers and touring partners, the pair has been talking about this album since pretty much the day they met. Now it’s here, and it’s everything fans hoped and dreamed it would be.
The album is called Two because that’s what it is, just the two of them.
Two is made up of everything the duo excels at. There are new collaborations between the two writers (Brothers, Home To Mary), new arrangements of antique folk numbers (Johnny Armstrong, Katie o’ the Gowrie), and some tasty, surprising covers (Never Picked Cotton, Stompin’ Tom’s Songbird Valley).
Gunning & Cormier go back 23 years when Dave had a fiddle player drop out of a show at the last minute. “He hired me for a gig when I was just back from Nashville, nobody knew me here,” says Cormier.
Since they’ve been two of the busiest solo musicians in the country these past two decades, it’s been impossible to schedule time to make a full album and properly tour it. But that all changed three years ago when Cormier moved just down the road from Gunning in Nova Scotia’s Pictou County, and the pair were able to meet often at Gunning’s home studio.
First, they picked some great songs. Then they figured out their guitar parts, and when ready recorded the guitars ‘live-off-the-floor’ simultaneously. Then they recorded their vocals together. This recording technique gave them what they’d hoped for, something unlike their solo albums: The power of Two.
Two is as real as it gets. Two songwriters, interpreters, guitar players, and singers at their peak. It’s the power of the song, the highest quality from the past to the now. It’s two friends, brothers, uncompromising performers, making the album of their lives. There couldn’t be a better time to discover Gunning & Cormier, and the power of Two.

Draw Together
2024-04-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
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, along with new guided drawing activities each week to inspire creativity.

The Stampeders...One More Time
2024-04-30 19:30 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
‘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 hits: Wild Eyes, Carry Me, Oh My Lady, Devil You, Monday Morning Choo Choo, Minstrel Gypsy, Hit the Road Jack and, of course, the quintessential Canadian – and Hall of Fame – song, Sweet City Woman! A veritable soundtrack to a whole generation that will ‘carry you home’ … maybe not to Birmingham … but back to a time of tie-dyed t-shirts and elevator shoes, 15¢ coffee and homemade apple pie, dating and dreaming … By the time The Stampeders get to the first chorus of the first song, everyone will be singing along.
No seventies group represented Canada’s musical identity to the world like The Stampeders. A quick look at Canada’s music scene from 1971 until 1976 confirms The Stampeders were truly the country’s international musical ambassadors, touring more extensively in Canada and overseas than any other Canadian group during that time. In 1977 the trio: Rich Dodson (lead guitar), Kim Berly (drums) and Ronnie King (bass) parted company but reunited, fittingly at the Calgary Stampede, 15 years later in 1992. Since then they’ve been recognized by SOCAN for their Lifetime Achievement, been inducted into the SOCAN Songwriters Hall of Fame on five occasions and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame for their 1971 seminal hit Sweet City Woman.

Pretzel Logic
2024-05-02 19:30 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
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 Dan, whose legendary hits include: “Reelin’ in the Years”, “Josie”, and “Peg”.
Since 1992, Pretzel Logic has been executing their special interpretation and presentation of Steely Dan’s music. Pretzel Logic has been consistently filling two of Toronto’s most important live music rooms, The Orbit and Timothy’s for several years. The band becomes even more dynamic when they do festivals and have a bigger stage to facilitate their higher energy performances. It is remarkable how easily the band delivers Steely Dan’s complex yet intoxicating arrangements. Combine strong players on every chair with excellent vocals and you have one of the most dynamic tribute bands to ever hit the stage.
The music of Steely Dan crosses many musical boundaries. From their jazzy horn lines and smooth vocals, to rock guitar licks and funky grooves, their appeal is wide ranging. With an array of classic songs that ease you into your seat, and upbeat tunes that get you dancing, Steely Dan’s repertoire has an impact on everyone.
All proceeds from this event go to the Peterborough Musicians Benevolent Association

Matt Fraser - America's Top Psychic Medium
2024-05-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, Peterborough, Canada
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 laughter to a global audience of fans from around the world. From heartfelt emotional readings to stunning revelations, Matt Fraser has audiences on the edge of their seats with his outrageous personality and unique approach to mediumship.
This is an 18+ event. For more information, please visit the event page.

Salsa Party
2024-05-03 17:00 - 22:00 | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
Salsa Night is back! It was one of our favourite and most popular events last year. Join us anytime from 5:00 – 10:00pm on the patio for a night of salsa music and dancing, artisan-style Mexican tacos, and frozen white wine margaritas.

Star Wars Makerspace
2024-05-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
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 that explores how circuits work.

Parents Night Off
2024-05-03 18:00 - 21:00 | The Art School of Peterborough, 174A Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2T8
First Friday of every month leave the kids with us, enjoy the night out. These sessions feature a craft project followed by a movie and popcorn on location. Parents can check out the PTBO First Friday Art Crawl or enjoy a night downtown.
Enjoy an evening out while your child(ren) enjoy the evening at The Art School of Peterborough. The evening will entail 1.5 hr of an art project, followed by a movie and popcorn on location. This lines up with the PTBO First Friday Art Crawl in case you wish to explore our local art community.
