Veteran Peterborough musicians Washboard Hank Fisher and Dennis O’Toole present the Second Annual Blue Valentine, a matinee tribute to the music and life of Willie P. Bennett that takes place at the Garnet on Sunday, February 17th from 2 to 5 p.m.
A True Blue Valentine
Peterborough Speakers Series – Shannon McNevan
How does a former pro hockey player from Peterborough wind up leading one of the most successful country music festivals in Ontario?
If you ask Shannon McNevan, executive director of the live music production company Republic Live Inc. and the now famous Boots and Hearts Music Festival, he’ll tell you his achievement results from believing in yourself and loving what you do.
“If you stand on your faith and are willing to work hard, anything is possible.”
Peterborough Hosts Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada
Mark Your Calendars, Peterborough!
The Peterborough Petes, Peterborough Hockey Association, Peterborough Girls Hockey Association, City of Peterborough and Parks Canada are hosting Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada on Saturday, February 9, 2013 — along with two days of local events leading up to the bid day on Saturday.
KNosh News – February 2013
For the Love of Food
Celebrate your love of our community at this special Valentine’s Day celebration.
The first annual “For the Love of Food” was created and organized by Terry Merrill and his staff at the Holiday Inn.
Join Head Chef Vanden Anker for a four-course gourmet local-focus feast, with wine pairings from Colio Estate Winery.
Art on the Street – February 2013
“Within The Limits: Photographs of Peterborough” by Esther Vincent
If you know the work of Esther Vincent, then you know that skies, clouds and light — all found in the immediate countryside — have been a central theme in her work as a photographer over the past few years.
Peterborough Speakers Series – Ted Higgins
Ted Higgins is a tough guy to track down.
“I’m not avoiding you Carol,” he laughs.
After four exchanges in less than three weeks, I too am starting to think our game of phone tag is humorous. In an effort to successfully pin him down, I suggest coming to meet Higgins at his home.
“That’s not necessary. I’ll see you first thing tomorrow morning,” he promises. “What do you take in your coffee?”
KNosh News – January 2013
Stickling’s Bakery Spreading the Health
Paving the way for a healthy lifestyle in Peterborough since 1987, Stickling’s organic baked products are continuing their expansion into various locations across the province.
Hannah Routly – Health Services Foundation
What three achievements are you most proud of since becoming the Executive Director at the Health Services Foundation in 2009?
“Our on-going volunteer program which helps to facilitate and support the work we do at the Foundation. We have a full roster of individuals. The fact we have people approaching us to volunteer speaks to how well run the program is.
We are the first Foundation to work with Family Health Teams. It’s a prime example of how the Foundation continues to forge new partnerships unlike any in the province of Ontario. At the same time, we remain true to and honour our Foundation’s legacy.
Now in its third year, the Peterborough Speakers Series is an event that helps to build awareness to the good work we do at the Foundation, while shining a spotlight on some exceptional contributors to our community.”
Art on the Street – January 2013
Now showing at Chasing The Cheese: new work from versatile Peterborough visual artist Victoria Wallace.
Victoria painted murals in Toronto for 25 years, and her work is highly varied. There is a nice range of work in this display.
Paul Downs – Nexicom President, Philanthropist
What is your idea of a perfect day?
“Every day I come to work in Millbrook is an ideal day for me. I love seeing all of the team and working closely with them. I particularly enjoy it when something challenging is happening. For me, it’s a sign Nexicom is growing and developing and striving to be the best.”
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