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Our Place by Terry Gabbard
2023-10-16 14:00 - 15:30, 2023-10-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-10-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-10-21 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | The Peterborough Theatre Guild, 364 Rogers St, Peterborough ON, K9H1W7
The unassuming location of a dock extending out onto a small lake serves as the backdrop for five different stories. The entire ensemble gathers on the dock together for the final scene. In a poetic epilogue, they all discover the true meaning of Our Place—both comedic and tragic.
By- Terry Gabbard

Tickets: $15.00

2023 PMA: Bringing TIFF to You!
2023-10-16 16:00, 2023-10-16 19:00 | Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough, 320 Water St., Peterborough, Ontario, K9H 3L5, Canada
This weeks TIFF film being shown is The Quiet Girl!
Synopsis: Rural Ireland, 1981. A quiet, neglected girl is sent away from her dysfunctional family to live with foster parents for the summer. She blossoms in their care, but in this house where there are meant to be no secrets, she discovers one.
Drama • Ireland • Carrie Crowley, Catherine Clinch • 95 minutes
Presented by the Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Toronto International Film Festival Circuit Group, bringing Canadian & International film to Peterborough since 1998.
Fall 2023 Series Pass – $115.50
Access to each film in this series (6 total)
Available for purchase exclusively through the Peterborough Memorial Centre Box Office here.
Rush tickets
$20 – Credit Card Only
Rush tickets can be purchased prior to each film in the lobby (behind the concession stand).
Doors open 30 minutes prior to each screening.

Jethro's Karaoke
2023-10-16 21:00 - 23:30 | Jethro’s Bar and Stage, 137 Hunter Street West, Peterborough, ON, K9H 2K7
Jethro’s Bar and Stage presents Karaoke hosted by Anne Shebib!

Pulled by Paint: Art Exhibit & Talk by David Beaucage Johnson
2023-10-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Bata Library, Trent University, 1600 West Bank Dr., Peterborough, K9L 0G2
David Beaucage Johnson is a renowned printmaker and watercolour artist from Curve Lake who has exhibited his work across Ontario. Join us at Trent University’s Bata Library (2nd/main floor) on Tuesday, October 17 (4-6 p.m.) to see an exhibit of David’s work and hear his talk about his artistic process and how his art is inspired by Anishinaabe culture, spirituality, and the beauty of the natural world.
This is a free event that is open to the public as well as members of the Trent University community. Registration is advised: https://trentu.libcal.com/calendar/8056/davidbeaucagejohnson

Jethro's Stand Up Comedy Open Stage
2023-10-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Jethro’s Bar and Stage, 137 Hunter Street West, Peterborough, ON, K9H 2K7
Jethro’s Bar and Stage presents Stand Up Comedy Open Stage hosted by comedian Shawn J Thompson!

Trivia at Haven Brewing
2023-10-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Haven Brewing Company, 687 Rye St, Unit 6, Peterborough, K9J6X1, Canada
Test your trivia knowledge for a chance to win! Every Wednesday here at Haven. Bring a few friends and enjoy the entertainment with a brew.
Topics posted weekly on social media

Draft & Crafts - Fall Floral Planters
2023-10-19 17:00 - 19:00 | 100 Acre Brewing Co., 390 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough, K9J 6X7, Canada
Get ready to celebrate fall in style at our Fall Floral Planter Workshop! This unique event, hosted in partnership with Bee Wild Sustainable Services and 100 Acre Brewing Co., promises an unforgettable day of creativity, nature, and brews.
Event Highlights:
– Partnering for Sustainability: Learn tips for sustainable harvesting as we explore the beautiful outdoors and gather natural materials to incorporate into our fall planters.
– Crafting Delights: Dive into the creative process as you hollow out a pumpkin and carve fun shapes or intricate designs. Illuminate your masterpiece with battery-operated string lights for a magical touch. Then, transform your pumpkin into a stunning centerpiece by filling it with an array of fall-inspired florals.
– Ticket inclusions: Your ticket includes a 16oz beer of your choice, ensuring you savor the flavors of 100 Acre Brewing Co. throughout the workshop. Plus, you’ll take home your beautifully crafted fall planter as a lasting reminder of this special day.
– BYOP (Bring Your Own Pruners): If you have a pair of pruners, we encourage you to bring them along for collecting florals during our property walk. It’s an opportunity to add your personal touch to your masterpiece. Limited quantities available on-site.
Don’t miss this chance to embrace the beauty of fall, explore your creative side, and savor the flavors of 100 Acre Brewing Co. Join us for the Fall Floral Planter Workshop and make cherished memories in the heart of autumn’s wonderland!

The Stalking Dead
2023-10-19 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-20 18:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-21 18:00 - 23:00 | Escape Maze, 156 Cedar Bank Rd, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 6Y3, Canada
Zombies are on the loose again. Are they zombies or just mind controlled dead people? Is that even possible? It will be your job as scientists to search the grounds of a new cult centre to figure out what these creatures are and how we can protect ourselves from them. Does it have anything to do with Peterborough’s Axe Murderess Hessie Gray? You will have to discover that for yourselves in this farmland retreat.
Players book a time to walk the trail on our farmland, solving puzzles along the way but at the same time, avoiding live zombies. We also have zombie laser tag you can add to your haunted experience.
NOT Recommended for players 13 years of age and younger. Those under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Darts at Haven Brewing
2023-10-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Haven Brewing Company, 687 Rye St, Unit 6, Peterborough, K9J6X1, Canada
Come join us for a mini dart tournament! Bring your own food if you like and enjoy a beer or two while we play! Every week here at Haven.

Halloween Drag Bingo at Cork and Bean
2023-10-19 19:00 - 22:30 | Cork and Bean, 382 George Street North, Peterborough, ON, K9H 3R3
Drag Bingo at Cork and Bean is back and better than ever! Drag is returning to Cork and Bean Peterborough on October 19, 2023!
Join hostess Kali Kontour for a fun night of six bingo games, top prizes, and jaw-dropping drag performances! If you have missed the last bingo events you do not want to miss out on this extra memorable and fun night, and if you are rejoining us then get ready for bigger performances, new prizes, and updated casts!
Time to party at Cork and Bean!

Overnight Sensation: Deborah Kimmett
2023-10-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
“Kimmett is a shaman, a healer and burns the stereotype of the older woman to the ground. One of the funniest comics out there”. Broadway World.
Overnight Sensation has been selling out from the west coast to the East. If you need a night out and a good laugh then join Deborah Kimmett (from CBC Debater, and Laugh Out Loud,) for her new show Overnight Sensation coming to Showplace in the Nexicom Studio.
You will laugh and cry at this fast-paced 90 minute show. Kimmett riffs on how to audition for the nursing home, and how to get along with your neighbours.
Kim Pollard, a bluesy singer, will open and accompany Deborah through her storytelling and song

Ruckus! on the Road: An Opera Revue Tour
2023-10-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
Join us for an unforgettable evening of operatic magic…without any of the snobbery!
From heart-wrenching tragedies to comedic, satirical parodies, this revue will take you on a journey through the diverse world of opera. Ruckus! on the Road: An Opera Revue Tour combines classic arias, duets, and ensemble pieces, in an irreverently fun, and non-traditional way. A great way to introduce new audiences to opera, and for opera lovers to experience the art form!
Strict no-shushing policy in effect. Please leave your monocle at home!
Featuring:
Danie Friesen – Soprano
Alexander Hajek – Baritone
Claire Elise Harris – Piano
and Special Guest, Peterborough’s Own: Jacob Abrahamse – Tenor

Magic Spooktacular
2023-10-20 19:00 | Market Hall Performing Arts, 140 Charlotte St Third Floor, Peterborough, K9J 2T8
Aaron and Caroline Matthews, the ultimate magic duo magic act! Their performances are a mix of gut busting laughter, mind-boggling mentalism, impossible illusions, inspiring stories and shocking moments that is fun for all ages.
Their show has been trusted by the most prestigious events in Canada to provide the best in magical entertainment. This includes 6 consecutive years at Canada’s Wonderland, headlining the Calgary Stampede performing illusions for over 70,000 people in 2023, multiple years at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto, stage shows for large corporations such as Honda and Deloitte, as well as being a featured act for exhibitions across the country playing to full crowds!
They recently made it to the semi-finals of Canada’s Got Talent with The Canine Circus, with countless more TV appearances.
This is their only stop in Peterborough, so don’t miss out! Get your seats now for the best selection.

Bowie Fest Canada 2023
2023-10-20 19:00, 2023-10-21 13:00 - 22:00 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
Outshout Entertainment presents BowieFest Canada 2023 on October 20/21, 2023 in Peterborough Ontario.
The event pays homage to the sights and sounds of David Bowie and features a number of events throughout the 2-day celebration.
Friday, October 20 8:30 pm
Join fans at the Crook and Coffer British Pub, 231 Hunter St W, for the launch party and Bowie Karaoke! Host Andrew Stoeten will spin Bowie karaoke on request and award one lucky singer with tickets to Saturday night’s concert at Showplace.
Saturday, October 21
1. The day kicks off at 1 p.m. with the Bowie Bazaar in the lobby of Showplace Performance Centre. On offer, Bowie collectibles, T-shirts, LPS, rare DVD, and more. The Peterborough Arts Collective will also be on-site selling unique one-of-a-kind original pieces of Bowie-inspired art.
2. Downstairs in the Showplace Lounge “Ziggy Played Guitar” begins at 2:30 as up-and-coming solo acts “audition” for their chance to join the opening set Saturday night, by performing one Bowie track. For all musicians interested in taking part contact info@thebowielives.com
3. Local artist Jason Wilkins will also be on hand in the lobby from 7-8 pm creating a unique piece of Bowie art, live before your eyes!
4. Finally, at 8 pm, The Bowie Lives returns to Peterborough and takes the stage with a brand new show. New songs, costumes, and multimedia will entertain fans new and old. The opening set includes performances by The Hippie Chicks, Lisa Canivet, and the winner of “Ziggy Played Guitar.”
Attendees will be sure to stay behind after the show for photos and the band’s Meet and Greet!
For more information contact: thebowielivespublicity@aol.com
Tickets on sale now: https://secure1.tixhub.com/showplace/online/b_otix.asp?cboPerformances=96&cboEvent=72&width=1903

Halloween Fright Night at Canada's Dinosaur Park
2023-10-20 19:30 - 22:30, 2023-10-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Canada’s Dinosaur Park, 2206 County Rd. 38, Asphodel-Norwood, ON, K0L 2B0
HALLOWEEN FRIGHT NIGHTS… if you dare!
Scary but fun entertainment for the family! Walk through the park filled with ghosts, goblins, bats, skeletons, monsters and clowns! Also featuring some of our animatronic dinosaurs and rescued reptiles! Wear your best costume and you may win a prize!
Open from 7:30pm-10:30pm. Admission is required for each person attending (children aged 3 and under free).
Canada’s Dinosaur Park is a non-profit charity and sanctuary caring for 100’s of rescued and abandoned reptiles. All proceeds go into helping care for the animals.
SHOW UP ANYTIME BETWEEN 7:30PM AND 10:30PM

Chaos Carnival: The Dark Circus
2023-10-20 19:30 - 23:00, 2023-10-21 19:30 - 23:00 | 1734 5th Line, 1734 Fifth Line, Peterborough, K9J 6X5, Canada
Chaos Carnival is an immersive Halloween experience.
Prepare to step into the heart of darkness as Chaos Carnival beckons you into an immersive haunted walk through the eerie woods of Selwyn, Ontario. Join us as sinister world awaits, blending the thrill of a haunted house with the spine-chilling allure of a horror circus. for two weekends only, come see what awaits you at The Dark Circus.
Take a walk through the forest and experience the thrills, chills and ominous atmosphere as we tell a story you get to be a part of!
2023 THEME: Dark Circus
The circus may be closed, but the terror never ends….. Chaos Carnival in production with USB Escape presents our flagship event “Chaos Carnival: Dark Circus”. The legend of Chaos Carnival’s Dark Circus is a warning to all who dare to enter, for our presence strikes terror into the bravest of souls. Our sinister funhouse in the woods promises to take visitors on a journey that will test their courage, their will, and even their sanity. If you dare to enter the twisted world of the Dark Circus, be prepared, our clowns are waiting to greet you in our terror filled forest.

Dreamer - "The Supertramp Experience"
2023-10-20 20:00 | Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N, Peterborough, ON, K9J 3H2
The world’s most authentic tribute to Supertramp. Performing songs from the ‘Crime of the Century’ album, plus all of Supertramp’s biggest hits: GIVE A LITTLE BIT, THE LOGICAL SONG, TAKE THE LONG WAY HOME, BREAKFAST IN AMERICA, and more!
Dreamer – “The Supertramp Experience” delivers a world-class show that includes authentic instrumentation, including vintage keyboards and live horns. Costume changes in between sets set the stage for a memorable evening of the very best Supertramp songs of all time, that are performed by some of North America’s finest A-List musicians. The accuracy of their renditions both vocally and instrumentally are uncanny. A concert not-to-be-missed that is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression, along with an uplifting sense of joy and satisfaction, to all fans of this iconic musical group!

Dance of Deception: Beats of Intrigue
2023-10-20 20:00 | The Theatre on King, 171 King St, Peterborough, ON, K9J 2R8
“Dance of Deception: Beats of Intrigue” is an immersive hybrid theatre show and dance party, where the lines between performance and celebration blur.
Featuring a star-studded ensemble including Kevin Gallagher, Naomi Duvall, Ryan Kirby, LA, Luqman, Dan Smith, and Lindsay Unterlander, with visuals provided by Duv Heron. Created by Ryan Mclean Purdon, Carlos Quintero and Rania Maarouf.
This production will showcase many sounds across the dance music spectrum while combining movement, mime, and mystery. As the night unfolds, you’ll be challenged to uncover the hidden truths hidden within the space and throughout the performance. Will you uncover the truth or get lost in the dance? Join us for a night of suspense, intrigue, and dance like no other!
Reserve tickets here!

Peterborough Farmers' Market
2023-10-21 07:00 - 13:00 | Morrow Park, 151 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.

Harley Farms Harvest Day
2023-10-21 09:00 - 17:00 | Harley Farms, 1630 Heritage Line, Keene, K0L 2G0
Cooler weather and falling leaves mean it’s time to celebrate the harvest! Harley Farms is hosting a Harvest Day on October 21st 2023, from 9am to 5pm.
Bring the whole family for fun, free, fall-themed crafts, games and tours! Burgers and sausages will be sizzling on the grill, ready to be enjoyed at a picnic with some of the best views of the farm!

Trent Valley Archives Open House
2023-10-21 10:30 - 13:00 | Trent Valley Archives, 567 Carnegie Av, Peterborough, ON, K9L 1N1, Canada
The purpose of this year’s open house is two-fold: one, to acknowledge our receipt of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant to digitize negatives from our Peterborough Examiner fonds and make them accessible online; and two, to celebrate 25 years at our archives building, which we moved into on Labour Day of 1998.
You’re invited to join us for the occasion, where there will be remarks from MPP Dave Smith and an Ontario Trillium Foundation representative about the grant, and a presentation about the history of TVA from our archivist, Elwood Jones. This is also a great opportunity to inquire about the resources that are housed at TVA and/or about becoming a TVA member.
This event is free to attend for all TVA members and non-members and refreshments will be provided.
