The Kawarthas Tourism

ininige / s/he holds
2024-06-12 12:00 - 2024-08-10 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V8, Canada
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. They may be carrying skills learned at a young age, holding the vestige of a love of textiles and patterning from childhood; skills acquired in an academic or group setting; or skills that carry forward from life experience. Each artist is looking backwards and forwards in time – they are relearning and bringing forward material, cultural, and artistic practices, relearning, and teaching these art practices to others –inter-generationally or peer-to-peer. And, they are working in a variety of media as they explore culture, identity, and memory, often as these elements are held in the body.
What does it mean to hold something?
What do we hold from the past that carries us into the future?
The Anishinaabemowin, ininige is a transitive verb meaning, “s/he holds, handles things a certain way; s/he points in a certain direction.” In the English language this word ‘hold’, can be associated as a verb with various adverbs –to hold on, hold to, hold out, hold in – there is also to hold hands, to hold something or someone.
These action words are based in both knowing the past and retaining knowledge/ something for the future. Both are actions that resonates across time. In Anishinaabemowin there is another transitive verb, gashkin or gashkinan that means, ‘to be able to hold, lift, carry it.’
In one of the early stages of thinking through the curatorial thematic for this exhibition – the idea of Indigenous Futurisms was floated. Anishinaabe cultural critic, Grace Dillon first wrote of “Indigenous Futurisms”, in her book, Walking the Clouds: An Anthology of Indigenous Science Fiction (2003). She was actively thinking through perspectives on narrative – in science fiction but also in speculative story-telling and as an imagining of all artistic forms and creativity in order to imagine and visualize all the possible futures for Indigenous people.
From this, there are many ways to consider this genre, but I have come to the idea of Indigenous Futurisms as the way we look to the future – as women, daughters, sisters, mothers, carers, grandmothers by looking both backwards and forward.
I am appreciative of the words of Michi Saagiig Anishinaabe scholar, writer, and author Leanne Betasamosake Simpson, who writes in As We Have Always Done, “The idea of my arms encircling my grandchildren, and their arms embracing their grandchildren is communicated in the Nishinaabeg word, kobade. According to Elder, Edna Manitowabi, kobade is a word we use to refer to our great-grandparents and our great-grandchildren. It means a link in a chain – a link in a chain between generations, between Nations, between states of being, between individuals.”
In this exhibition, these five artists are holding on to one another across generational paths. They are making art that is a transference of influences, knowledge, and techniques. One generation is taking up from the past, holding, building, and carrying into the future.
These five artists – Shelley Niro, Alice Williams, Sandra (Sam) Moore, Dehmin Osawamick Cleland, and Teresa Vander Meer-Chasse – are part of a continuum, some with Artspace itself, and others with the Michi Saagiig territory that Artspace is on and others taking up the mantle of those who have gone before as they move into the future. It is generational and it is a reinforcement of strength.
Shelley Niro and Alice Williams, both established artists, are among the first Indigenous artists to have exhibited at Artspace. In 1997, Niro was one of the artists in Native Love, a group exhibition that the Nation to Nation collective toured across the country. Williams’ textile work has been shown at Artspace, in solo exhibitions, at different points from the late 1990s onwards. Sandra (Sam) Moore is a community-based artist and pedagogue who is responsible in many ways for the revitalization of traditional arts, such as porcupine quillwork, tufting, hide and fish tanning and pine needle work on her home territory. Dehmin Osawamick Cleland is an emerging Anishinaabe-kwe artist whose work while planted in the present looks both to the past and forward to an Indigenous future that is strengthened through sovereignty.
This exhibition brings together artists who each incorporate the knowledges they have been taught. Through their practices they have built relationships that hold them, that they use as a means to carry their knowledge across the generations. They know the histories and have developed strong and sustaining relationships with the land, their materials, and the people. Each artist explores their identity through their own connection to territory, the land, family, stories and history, culture, language/ song, community, and memory. Each in their own way tells stories of reclamation and continuity by looking both backwards and forward to the future.
Regular Visiting Hours
Wed 12 – 4pm
Thu 12 – 4pm
Fri 10am – 4pm
Sat 10am – 4pm

Watershed
2024-06-26 11:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2G1, Canada
“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.” – Shannon Webb-Campbell
“Watershed,” is a group exhibition at the Art Gallery of Peterborough featuring the work of Mary Anne Barkhouse, John Boyle, Brad Copping, Liz Magor, Stan Olthuis, Amanda Strong, and Olivia Whetung.
Contemplating wetlands and beaver dams, the Trent-Severn Waterway and canoes, “Watershed” considers the ways in which power dynamics teeter at the surface of the water.

Figuring Identity: declarations and dreams
2024-06-26 11:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2G1, Canada
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 Youth Art Mentorship Program. Now in its third year, this program provides an opportunity for artists at the end of their high school careers to work with an artist-mentor, developing work for exhibition at the Art Gallery of Peterborough.
“Figuring Identity: declarations and dreams” includes paintings and sculptural works speaking to where these artists have come from, where they’re going, and how it feels to be here now.
Funding for this project was made possible by a grant from the PCVS Legacy Fund within the Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough.

40th Anniversary: KAST Selections Exhibition
2024-07-06 11:00 - 2024-09-29 17:00 | Art Gallery of Peterborough, 250 Crescent Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2G1, Canada
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.
These works display an eager exploration of our surroundings, a love for the region, and a talent for pushing boundaries. Playful, strong, and considered, the artists exhibited here utilize their materials to the fullest advantage and consider composition, texture, and line. Offering a wide range of mediums and processes, the Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour has something for everyone. Unexpected, honest, striking, delicate, whimsical, and contemplative, this group of artists exemplifies our strong and vital community.
With many new and returning artists, this year’s tour offers a chance to connect with and support the region’s creative community. Pick your favourites and plan your route using our printed maps or the Toureka app.

Peterborough Lakers vs Brampton Excelsiors
2024-07-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Peterborough Memorial Centre, 151 Lansdowne St, Peterborough, Peterborough, Canada
The Peterborough Lakers will be facing off against the Brampton Excelsiors in a home game. Be sure to come out and support your favorite team as they strive for victory. Let’s go Lakers!

Lakefield Farmers' Market
2024-07-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Lakefield-Smith Community Centre, 20 Concession St, Lakefield, Lakefield, K0L 2H0
Lakefield Farmers’ Market
May 16 – October 10, 2024
This seasonal market brings together farmers offering locally grown food, talented artisans providing crafts & entertainment and food vendors who used locally grown produce in the delicacies they serve.
The market provides locals a fun, friendly atmosphere. It is a great place to mingle, enjoy music, try a variety of foods and shop for local produce.

Date: Thursdays (mid-May to October – Rain or Shine)
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Address: Lakefield Arena Parking Lot – 20 Concession Street, Lakefield
Email: info@lakefieldfarmersmarket.net
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Summer Workshops- Aquarium in a Jar
2024-07-11 09:30 - 12:00 | Hutchison House Museum, 270 Brock Street, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 2P9, Canada
The ocean is the largest ecosystem in the world with thousands of species of plants and animals. In this activity, children will create their own small aquatic habitat and a variety of sea creatures and plants to live in it. These aquarium jars are fun to play with and will make excellent decorations.
Programs run from 9:30am – 12pm. The cost is $25 per attendant and pre-registration is required. For ages 6-12. Children are encouraged to bring their own snacks.
For more information phone 705-743-9710 or visit the website at www.hutchisonhouse.ca or visit us on Facebook!

Pub Night Thursdays
2024-07-11 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

Kawartha Rotary Ribfest 2024
2024-07-12 12:00 - 23:00, 2024-07-13 12:00 - 23:00, 2024-07-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Millennium Park, 130 King St, Peterborough, AZ, K9J 0A5
Enjoy the best barbecue in Peterborough at the 18th Annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest.
Come on down and treat yourself to some yummy BBQ in Peterborough at the 18th annual Kawartha Rotary Ribfest! Get ready for a weekend packed with delicious food, awesome music, and entertainment that will keep you smiling.
Mark your calendars for July 12, 13 from 12pm to 11pm and July 14 from 12pm to 5pm at Millenium Park in Peterborough. And guess what? Admission is free and so is the entertainment. See you there!
You don’t want to miss out on any of the fun!
Live Music Schedule
Friday, July 12

12pm – 1:30 pm
Misfits in Action

1:45 – 3:15 pm
Vortexans

3:30 – 5 pm
Four Lanes Wide

5:15 – 6:45 pm
Big Motor Gasoline

7pm – 8:30 pm
Donny Woods Band

8:45 – 10:15 pm
MidLife Crisis

Saturday, July 13

Noon – 1:30 pm
Hippie chicks

1:45 – 3:15 pm
House Brand

3:30 – 5 pm
The Cadillacs

5:15 – 6:45 pm
No Looking Back

7pm – 8:30 pm
Pat Temple and the Hilo Players

8:45 – 10:15 pm
Gunslingers

Sunday, July 14

Noon – 12:40 pm
Peterborough’s Got Talent Winner

12:50 – 1:35 pm
Peterborough’s Got Talent Winner

1:45 – 3:15 pm
Groove Authority Band

3:30 – 5:00 pm
Red Solo Cap

Bingo for Books
2024-07-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
Get your daubers ready and bring your family and friends out for a fun, family, bookish BINGO games night – We have prizes for all ages!

Peterborough Perpetrators
2024-07-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Confederation Park, 499 George Street North, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 7E7, Canada
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 and 20th centuries. This is a walking tour that covers several blocks in the downtown core. The tour sticks to the main sidewalks and is on primarily flat ground, but may not be accessible to everyone. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather, as the tour will run rain or shine. The tour begins in front of the cenotaph in Confederation Park.

Peterborough Lions Club 2nd Annual Golf Tournament
2024-07-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Liftlock Golf Club, 2320 Ashburnham Dr, Peterborough, ON, K9J 6X9
The Peterborough Lions Club is hosting their 2nd annual Golf Tournament at Liftlock Golf Club on Saturday July 13th, 2024.
All proceeds raised are for the Peterborough Lions Community Centre Kitchen upgrade.
Cost is $100/person and includes golf and golf cart, BBQ lunch and prizes.
The BBQ lunch begins at 1:30p.m at the Peterborough Lions Community Centre and includes steak, potatoes and salads.
Full payment is required at registration. Limited space available.

2024 Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival
2024-07-13 10:00 - 22:00 | Isabel Morris Park, 20 Concession St., Lakefield, ON, K0L2H0
The Lakefield Jazz Art Craft Festival invites you, your friends and family to come to a breezy day of outdoor summer living beside Lakefield’s scenic Otonabee River, to enjoy a wide variety of Jazz music, colourful works for sale by artisans and crafters, local food and beverage vendors!

Drag Queen Story Time with Betty Baker
2024-07-13 10:15 - 10:45 | Peterborough Public Library, 345 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3V7, Canada
Betty Baker, a local Drag Queen and star personality, will share some of her favourite stories exploring diversity, inclusion, and respect.
July: Hero Hoedown where superheroes can come in costume and everyday folks can imagine how they can be a hero.

Summer Sip & Shop Artisan Market
2024-07-13 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-07-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Rolling Grape Vineyard, 260 County Rd 2, Bailieboro, Ontario, K0L 1B0, Canada
Rolling Grape’s Summer Sip & Shop Artisan Market is Saturday, July 13 from 12:00 – 6:00pm and Sunday, July 14 from 12:00 – 5:00pm.
Live Music: 2:00 – 5:00pm
Saturday, July 13th: Sean Jamieson & Catherine Noelle
Sunday, July 14th: Alexa Goldie
Join us for an interactive Custom Doormat Workshop with Jenn from Sable & Sage Co during our Summer Sip and Shop Market. The workshop will run both days at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Enjoy a glass of wine and charcuterie while you create your masterpiece!

Agricultural Day
2024-07-13 12:00 - 20:00, 2024-07-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Kawartha Downs, 1328 County Road 28, Fraserville, ON, K0L 1V0
Join for a Free Family oriented event.

Livestock shows (cattle/sheep).
Interact with farm animals (horses, goats etc.) up close and personal.
Partake in educational displays and demonstrations.
Walk amongst everyday farming/community service equipment/trucks and meet the families/businesses behind them.
Shop from assorted local vendors.
Watch the Fully loaded GRASSHOG lawn mower races (SATURDAY ONLY).

Stop for a bite to eat/drink at Concessions and Beer Tent.

Peterborough Musicfest Presents: I Mother Earth
2024-07-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
When brothers Christian and Jagori Tanna met Edwin back in 1990, the latter thought it would be a good idea to put a band together, and now, 30 odd years later (including an 8-year hiatus), I Mother Earth continues to rock stages as a stalwart on the Canadian rock scene. On July 13th, they will be gracing the stage at Del Crary Park once again, not too far from where the Tanna brothers went to high school.
When I Mother Earth ended their eight-year hiatus in March of 2012, they did so by putting a countdown clock on their website that expired just in time for the band to perform two sold-out shows at Toronto’s Sound Academy. In 2016, they turned the clock back—20 years back to be exact—and reunited with the band’s original vocalist, Edwin, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the critically acclaimed multi-platinum album Scenery and Fish. From there, the reunion tour commenced and was a tremendous success, including shows with Our Lady Peace. It was so enjoyable that the band decided to formally reunite with Edwin indefinitely and also headed back into the studio to create new material. In 2016, I Mother Earth’s tour included a stop in Peterborough to play at Musicfest.
Scenery and Fish spawned 4 Top 10 Hits in Canada with “Raspberry,” “Another Sunday,” “Used to be Alright,” and “One More Astronaut,” but it’s the new music on the horizon and the opportunity to dive into their first record, “Dig,” that has both the fans and the band excited to explore. The debut record featured 4 top singles:
“Levitate,” “Rain Will Fall,” “So Gently We Go,” and “Not Quite Sonic,” all of which hold a distinct place in the hearts of IME fans.
“We are really looking forward to this exciting journey to revisit our entire IME history with Edwin,” says Christian Tanna, co-founder, and drummer. “The fact that we are writing and jamming with this vibe is a huge rush. We really can’t wait to share this with our fans!”
Listen to I Mother Earth HERE

Community Clean Up
2024-07-14 08:00 - 11:00 | Del Crary Park, 2 George Street, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H1, Canada
Clean Up Peterborough are looking for volunteers interested in searching the area from Millennium Park south around Little Lake to the entrance of the Cemetery for litter and cigarette butt waste. Our goal is to collect as many cigarette butts as possible for recycling, and sort and separate litter from recyclables as well. Gloves, bags and litter pickers provided.
Their objective for being part of the 2024 Unsmoke Canada Cleanups program is to host a minimum of four Community Clean Up events in the Peterborough area between start of July and the end of September. For each clean up – we will be tracking and reporting the following: number of volunteers, weight and/or number of cigarette butts picked-up, weight of total litter/trash/debris removed.
Their main goal is to help raise awareness about the negative effects cigarette butt litter has on our ecosystems and environment (one of the most abundant form of plastic waste in the world), and provide opportunities for people to join together and make a difference. During clean ups – we will also do our best to sort trash from clean recycling, and identify the different types of plastic that we find.

Yoga with Amanda
2024-07-14 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

27th Annual Transportation Day Car & Motorcycle Show
2024-07-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Lang Pioneer Village Museum, 104 Lang Road, Keene, K0L1C0
Join us in the historic village as car enthusiasts from across Ontario showcase their antique & classic cars and vintage motorcycles with over 25 awards to be won.

Horse and wagon rides
School lessons on pioneer travel and transportation
Music from the 60s, 70s and 80s courtesy of DJ Del and Jenny Jams

Antique clock and timepiece display

Broom making demonstrations

Grinding demonstrations at the Lang Grist Mill (set demonstration times)

Paint-a-truck activity

Sweets treats and refreshment at the Keene Hotel ($)

Keene Lions Club Food Truck serving BBQ goods ($)- CASH only
Pancake Breakfast in the PCAHB ($)- while supplies last
Haven Brewing Company beer garden ($)
Freshly popped kettle corn by Ben’s Kettle Corn ($)
Shingle Mill demonstrations
Fresh Empire Cheese curd and bread for sale in the Cheese Factory ($)
Craft at the Ayotte Cabin

Displays by the Peterborough County City Paramedics, the Peterborough Speedway, and the Canadian Armed Forces

Kawartha Truth and Reconciliation quilt on display

Admission: Adults- $15, Students & Seniors (60+) – $10, Youths 5 to 14 Years of Age – $7, Children Under 5 Years of Age – Free, Family Pass (includes 2 Adults and up to 4 Youths) – $40

Paint Class
2024-07-14 11:00 - 14:00 | Kawartha Country Wines, 2452 County Road 36, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0
🎨 Join us for our upcoming Welcome Sign Painting Workshop featuring 4ft pine boards! 🖌️ Unleash your creativity and design a unique personalized welcome sign with all materials provided! 🌸 Customize the “O” to showcase something you love and create a stunning piece of art.

Live Music & Wood-Fired Pizza
2024-07-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Kawartha Country Wines, 2452 County Road 36, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0
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 enjoying a wood-fired pizza paired with a glass of wine or cider!

Splash Pad Get Together
2024-07-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Barnardo Park, 955 Barnardo Avenue, Peterborough, ON, K9H 5W9
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED & IT’S FREE!
Dive into fun at our Splash Pad Get Together! Join us for a delightful couple of hours of water play and community at Barnardo Park’s splash pad and playground.
Bring along your sunscreen, sunglasses, and a change of clothes for the little ones as they splash and play to their heart’s content. Don’t forget to pack some snacks and plenty of water to keep everyone energized and hydrated throughout the day.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Classic Car & Truck Night
2024-07-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn, ON, K0L 1J0, Canada
Join us at the BCC every Tuesday evening for a classic cars & truck show!

Bring your classic car or drop by to have a look!
The BBQ is fired up from 5pm – 6:30pm
Live music & fifty fifty draw!

Weather permitting 5pm – 7pm, June 4 – September 10.

Texty Tuesdays at Artspace
2024-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Artspace, 3-378 Aylmer Street N, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3V8, Canada
Texty Tuesdays are here! Join Artspace in this exciting five-part series where we learn about all things text.
Get ready to dive into the world of text through creativity and expression. Each Texty Tuesday session includes interactive writing exercises, group discussions, drawing, and other forms of artistic expression. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow wordsmiths, share ideas, and feel inspired.
Don’t worry if you’re new to writing or if you’re a seasoned pro – everyone is welcome! We believe that everyone has a story to tell, and this event is all about celebrating the power of words.
Session Calendar:

April 16th: National Poetry Month (NaPoMo)
NaPoMo 2024 has the theme of “weather”. Join this national movement, and come make your own poetry ‘zine or chapbook on the theme. We will read poems about weather, we will write poems about the weather, and produce, on-the-spot, illustrated ‘zines and chapbooks.
June 18th: Pride in Poetry, with special guests!
July 16th: TBD

Patio Pints
2024-07-17 18:30 - 21:30 | Farmhill Weddings, 2709 Dillon Road, Peterborough, K9J 6X8
PATIO PINTS – free concert series offered every Wednesday from JUNE – SEPTEMBER 6:30 – 9:30 pm (open from 5:30 – 10:30 pm)
First come first serve, pub style. Reservations are only accepted for groups over 8.
Cafe at Millen + Smith acres will be offering food truck style food options + cool treats!
July Artists
17th – Ty Wilson
24th – Homestead Elite
31st – Erin Blackstock
August Artists
7th – Jeff Biggar
14th – Cadence Grace
21st – Ty Wilson
28th – Rachel & Ayden
September Artists
4th – Kevin Foster
11th – Deanna Earle
18th – Joanna & Danny Bonson
25th – Alyssa & Kyler
