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Saturday, September 4 & Sunday, September 5
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Theatre: Mystical Voices magazine presents Open Air Theatre Festival from 5 - 10:30 p.m. at Millennium Park Bancroft (166 Hasting St. N, Bancroft, K0L 1C0). Featuring the world premiere of "Saving Angel" by playwright Charlotte Fielden, produced and directed by John Crawford, with music score by David Hickey and pre-play music by Kirk Bates. Sponsored by Mystical Voices magazine, Ink & Things and Mystical Creations Gift Gallery. For more information contact info@mysticalvoices.ca. Tickets are $10.00.
Sunday, September 5
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Tours: Ecology Park presents Holiday Weekend Tours of the Ecology Park from 11 a.m. - noon at Peterborough Ecology Park (1867 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough, K9L 1P8). Join Ecology Park staff for a guided tour of the park - a unique 5 acre showcase for land stewardship and ecological gardening. Learn how and why the park was created, and pick up some great gardening tips as you go!.
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Concert: The Riverview Park and Zoo presents Andrew Shedden Band (Rock n' Roll / Blues / Folk) from 3 - 5 p.m. at Riverview Park and Zoo (Water St. at Carnegie Ave., Peterborough, K9J 6Z5). Free open-air concert at the Gazebo. Bring a lawn chair and listen to local musicians play in our beautiful park setting. For more information call (705) 745-6866.
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Food: Lang Pioneer Village presents a Pioneer Corn Roast from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Lang Pioneer Village (104 Lang Rd., Keene, K9H 3M3). Tempt your taste buds with fresh corn on the cob smothered in butter. Hop on board for a free horse drawn wagon ride through the historic village as pioneers demonstrate their trades and daily activities. Children can participate in games on the green and learn about hawks, falcons and owls brought by the Centre for the Conservation of Specialized Species. For more information, visit www.langpioneervillage.ca
. Tickets are $10 adults, $9 students/seniors, $6 youth (5-14), free for children under 5, $30 for a family (2 adults and 4 youth). All taxes included.
Monday, September 6
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Celebration: Peterborough and District Labour Council presents the Annual Labour Day Picnic from noon - 3 p.m. at Nicholls Oval (725 Armour Road, Peterborough, K9H 1Z8). The annual Labour Day picnic for union activists features BBQ, music by Smokehouse Trio and draw prizes. Free admission.
Wednesday, September 8
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Launch: United Way of Peterborough and District presents the 69th Annual United Way Campaign Kick-Off Breakfast from 7 - 8:30 a.m. at the Evinrude Centre (911 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough, K9J 5K6). Come and participate in the launch of the 2010 United Way campaign. This year's slogan is "The Way to Help the Most." Last year, the United Way and its 33 member agencies provided 36,000 nutritious meals to 736 seniors, served 7,900 hungry local people with food monthly through 40 food banks and distribution projects, provided 1,200 coats for children in need, and gave over 3,400 families, youth and individuals emergency housing supports or shelter. Tickets are $15 (call to reserve tickets). For more information call (705) 742-8839.
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CD Release Party: The Spill presents "Crossings" by Glen Caradus and Michael Ketemer from 8:30 - 10 p.m. at The Spill (414 George St., Peterborough, K9H 3R5). Michael Ketemer and Glen Cardus are excited to announce the release of their new CD "Crossings" of traditional Celtic-based songs and tunes. The event starts at 8:30 p.m. with the stylings of David Berger and Karen Taylor. Michael and Glen will then play songs from their album and the night will finish with "Fiddling J" and Paul Wickham joining in for a few tunes and songs. Tickets are $5 at door or purchase of CD.
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Charity: The Ontario Association of Food Banks (OAFB), Kawartha Food Share and RBC present Buy Local Share Local from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Peterborough Wednesday Farmers' Market (Louis Street Parking Lot, Charlotte St. & Louis St, Peterborough, K9J 2S1). The Buy Local Share Local tour is travelling to 18 farmers? markets in 15 different cities across Ontario between August and October with a goal to raise 25,000 pounds of fresh, local food for food banks across Ontario. Peterborough residents can support the campaign by coming to the Wednesday Farmers? Market and dropping off their donation of fresh, local produce to the Buy Local Share Local booth. RBC will make a $5,000 donation to Kawartha Food Share at the Peterborough Farmers? Market.
. For more information call (705) 745-5377 x3 or email chris@kawarthafoodshare.com .
Friday, September 10
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Concert: Showplace and The Wolf 101.5 FM present Colin James beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough, K9J 3H2). "Colin James has juggled his skills as a singer, guitarist and big-band leader so well over the years that diversity seems almost synonymous with his stellar career. He?s also been a restless voyager, traversing genres from blues and rock to pop and swing and back again. Throughout it all, Colin has always forged ahead, without regard to fads or trends, going wherever his wandering muse takes him." So join us for an evening with Colin James! It promises to be a night to remember. Tickets are $52. For more information call (705) 740-7469 or visit showplace.org.
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Live Music: Peterborough Downtown Business Improvement Association (DBIA) presents Jazz in the Streets from noon - 3 p.m. in Peterborough. Come out and listen to the sweet sounds of jazz on street corners downtown, featuring six local bands (to be announced). For more information call (705) 748-4774.
Saturday, September 11
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Plant Sale: Peterborough Horticultural Society presents a Fall Plant Sale from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at St. Alban's Anglican Church (567 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough, K9J 5H8). A great way to get a start on next year's garden with a wide variety of perennials. Rain or shine. Bring a friend and come early for best selection. For more information call (705) 743-9215.
Tuesday, September 14
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Live Music: Black Horse Pub presents Cover Girls from 8 p.m. - midnight at The Black Horse Pub (452 George St. N., Peterborough, K9H 3R7). Peterborough musicians Jean Grieg (vocals, guitar, harmonica) and Dianne Latchford (vocals, guitar, mandolin) cover female artists' music, from Lucinda Williams to Indigo Girls to Bonnie Raitt, Joni Mitchell, Macy Gray, Heart, Sheryl Crow, and many others. They also cover Beatles, Sloan, CSNY, Eagles, Ron Sexsmith, America, James Brown and more ... and sing and play their own originals too. For more information, email contact@covergirlsduo.com.
Thursday, September 16
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Magic: Showplace presents 2010 Grand Illusion Show beginning at 7 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough, K9J 3H2). The show features Ryan Royce, one of Canada's top illusionists. He presents one of the country's largest and most spectacular grand illusion shows. Hundreds of thousands of spectators travel to packed theatres and auditoriums in over 80 cities nationwide. Ryan is a highly-skilled International Award Winning Magician and Showman who successfully uses his charming style to capture the hearts and minds of every member of his audience. A benefit show in support of the Canadian Diabetes Association.
For tickets and more Information, call toll-free 1-800-516-5810.
Friday, September 17
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Concert: Showplace presents The Legendary Downchild Blues Band beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough, K9J 3H2). During the past 40 years, the Downchild Blues Band have won countless music industry awards, including a Juno for "Best Roots and Traditional Album" in 1991. They also received a Juno Award nomination in 2005 for "Blues Album of The Year" for their album "Come On In." This concert is a fundraiser for the Veterans Wall of Honour.
. Tickets are $40. For more information call (705) 740-7469 or visit showplace.org.
Saturday, September 18
NEW THIS WEEK
Concert: Folk Under the Clock presents Martin Simpson beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough, K9J 3H2). There is no doubt that after 35 years as a professional musician, world-renowned British guitarist and songwriter Martin Simpson is better than ever. Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. Martin has been nominated 23 times in the 11 years of the BBC 2 folk Awards ? more than any other performer ? with nine consecutive years as nominee for Musician of The Year, which he has won twice. Tickets are $32 incl. HST (general admission), available at the Showplace Box Office at (705) 742-7469 or at http://www.showplace.org. For more information call (705) 743-3372 or email folkundertheclock@cogeco.ca.
Saturday, September 18 & Sunday, September 19
Pow Wow: Curve Lake First Nation presents the Annual Curve Lake Pow Wow from noon - 4 p.m. at Lance Woods Park (Whetung St. E., Curve Lake, K0L 1T0). Canada's First Nations still gather for pow wows every year, harking back to the time when their ancestors reunited after searching far and wide for game to feed themselves through winter. Non-Natives are also welcome at the Curve Lake Pow Wow and there is a different theme each year. This year's theme is "Honouring Your Original Being." Enjoy traditional foods, dances, songs and stories! Remember to bring your lawn chairs, sunblock and a good appetite. Tickets are $7 for adults, $3 for children under 12.
Friday, September 24 - Sunday, September 26
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Festival: The County of Haliburton presents the 8th Annual Hike Haliburton Festival in Haliburton. Come out and enjoy the beautiful fall colours in the Haliburton Highlands. Join us on September 24, 25 & 26 for the 8th Annual Hike Haliburton Festival. With a variety of hikes to choose from there is truly something to suit all interests, ages and abilities. All hikes are guided and free. Donations are appreciated. For more information call (800) 461-7677.
Saturday, October 16
NEW THIS WEEK
Fundraiser : Market Hall presents The Sixth Annual Winery & Cheese Tour of Prince Edward County from 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Market Hall (336 George St. N., Peterborough, K9J 6Y8). Join us for a fun and educational Market Hall fundraiser. Tickets includes transportation (round trip from Peterborough), a hosted tour, and lunch. Expert hosts are Rayce Manger (Brio Gusto wine manager) and Julie Austin (owner of Chasing the Cheese). Ask about the "More the Merrier" group rate. Tickets are $100. For more information call (705) 749-1146.
Friday, February 25
Concert: Folk Under the Clock presents Harry Manx beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough, K9J 3H2). Harry Manx has been called an "essential link" between music of East and West, creating musical stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. Harry won the 2010 Maple Blues Award for Best Acoustic Act - and for three consecutive years. Tickets are $37.50 including HST, available at the Showplace Box Office at (705) 742-7469 or at http://www.showplace.org. For more information call (705) 743-3372 or email folkundertheclock@cogeco.ca.
Ongoing Events
Until Sunday, September 26
NEW THIS WEEK
Exhibition: Art Gallery of Bancroft presents Beauty Heals, works by Mendelson Joe, at Art Gallery of Bancroft (10 Flint Ave., Bancroft, K0L 1C0). Self-taught artist Mendelson Joe is a Canadian artistic tour de force: prolific as a musician/songwriter/performing artist, but is best known for his original landscapes and portraits which have a very distinctive style often referred to as "naive" folk art. Opening reception is Friday, September 3 at 7:30 p.m. Gallery hours are Wednesday to Friday, noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (613) 332-1542.
Until Thursday, September 30
NEW THIS WEEK
Exhibition: The Spill Cafe presents "Zimbabwe" at The Spill (414 George St., Peterborough, K9H 3R5). Recent paintings by Brian Nichols. Proceeds support work in rural Zimbabwe. Opening: Monday, September 6, from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. For more information call (705) 876-0946 or email bnichols@cogeco.ca.
Until Friday, October 1
NEW THIS WEEK
Exhibition: Gallery on the Lake presents Neighbourhoods & Woodlands by John Mlacak from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Gallery on the Lake (31 Gallery on the Lake Rd., Buckhorn, K0L 1J0). Kanata artist John Mlacak (SCA OSA) is a passionate outdoor oil painter. His work captures both the bold and subtle colours of the Canadian seasons and the vibrant red and green roofs of Qu?c farm buildings and towns. Paintings of backyards in the Spadina Ave. neighbourhoods of Toronto will be exhibited for the first time. Gala opening and meet the artist from 1 - 4 p.m. on August 29. For more information call (705) 657-1108 or toll free at 1-888-242-7475 .
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