Peterborough is going to get a rare taste of authentic Memphis blues when the Daddy Mack Blues Band performs in the Nexicom Studio at Showplace Performance Centre on Thursday, January 29th. Led by inspirational singer and guitarist “Daddy” Mack Orr, the band has been delivering no-frills urban blues for over 15 years.
Daddy Mack Blues Band bringing authentic Memphis blues to Peterborough
musicNOW – January 2015
Welcome to 2015! Peterborough and the Kawarthas continues to grow as a musically creative region, with great local talent, visiting acts, and no shortage of excellent venues. Here are my picks for some shows coming up in January.
The Thirst is Real – A review of The Interview
Unless you’ve completely shunned social media for the last two months (and if you have, good for you) then you are aware of The Interview and the ever-growing chimera known as “the Sony Hack” or, as I’ve been calling it, “The Highlight of Entertainment Media in 2014.”
How to dispose of your Christmas tree in the Kawarthas
Depending on where you live in the Kawarthas, you can either leave your tree at the curb for pick up during the month of January, or you can drop your tree off at a landfill.
Winter bird-feeding tips
Last winter was especially difficult for birds and wildlife. The ice storm that affected parts of our region, coupled with extreme cold that lasted for weeks at a time, caused changes in wildlife — particularly bird behavior and migration.
Data obtained from Project Feederwatch, a citizen science program operated by Bird Studies Canada, showed certain species of birds were seen in large numbers much further south than usual, escaping the bitter cold and searching for reliable sources of food.
It’s all about stand up for Brent Butt
Comedian Brent Butt is a pretty big deal. Creator and star of the cult sitcom Corner Gas, Brent is one of the most famous faces on Canadian TV. This January, Canadian audiences will get a chance to see Brent Butt up close and personal when he takes his stand-up act on the road, including a stop in Peterborough at Showplace Performance Centre on Tuesday, January 13th.
Is $230,000 in stolen loot hidden near Bancroft?
Small-town Ontario has a reputation for being quiet and boring; however, beneath the surface our communities have as much history and mystery as any other place. One of the most pervasive of these mysteries is the location of the missing money from the 1961 robbery of the bank in Havelock, Ontario.
Fearing & White will warm up your winter (and your Valentine)
On Friday, February 13th, Stephen Fearing and Andy White are bringing their musical friendship to Market Hall in Peterborough, with local favourites Bowskill and Fewings opening the show.
Kate Suhr’s parting gift to Peterborough
Our city has had a long love affair with actress and singer Kate Suhr. One of Peterborough’s brightest talents, Kate has captivated and charmed audiences, whether starring in productions such as The Sound of Music, Three Sisters, Oliver and Les Misérables, or performing on stage with her ukulele.
Go green with a natural Christmas tree
A Christmas tree strapped to the roof of car or minivan was a common sight over the weekend, as people everywhere brought home their tree for the Christmas season. With Christmas Eve just two weeks away, there is a definite since of holiday urgency in the air.
This time of year, the decades-old argument of real Christmas tree vs. artificial always rears its head. The answer, of course, is always real.
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