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Peterborough native Mallory Richard breaks record in 100-mile trail run

By kawarthaNOW -
Peterborough native Mallory Richard after her record-setting trail run at The Hennepin Hundred on October 7, 2017. (Photo: Mallory Richard / Instagram)

Peterborough native Mallory Richard has won The Hennepin Hundred — a 100-mile (161-kilometre) trail race held in Sterling, Illinois — last Saturday (October 7), breaking the previous women’s record by 67 minutes.

Mallory Richard celebrating her achievement. (Photo: The Hennepin Hundred)
Mallory Richard celebrating her achievement. (Photo: The Hennepin Hundred)

An ultramarathoner who only began trail running five years ago, Richard finished first in the group and third overall with a time of 16:28:14 (two men posted better times), averaging 6:08 per kilometre for 161 kilometres.

The Hennepin Hundred course is mainly dirt or crushed limestone, with a scattering of paved areas, and follows the Hennepin Canal State Trail (Illinois’ longest multi-use trail), across historic locks and lift bridges and past the picturesque farms and postcard towns of northwest Illinois.

It was Richard’s third U.S. victory this year, having also finished first in the Ice Age Trail 50-Miler in Wisconsin and the Extreme North Dakota Sandhills Ultra 50K. Earlier this year, she was also the top Canadian finisher (11th) at the Western States 100, one of the most prestigious ultramarathons in the world.

The 32-year-old Richard attended St. Patrick’s and Holy Cross in Peterborough and is a graduate of Trent University. She moved to Winnipeg in 2007 to attend the University of Manitoba, where she obtained her master’s degree in history. She currently works as a policy analyst for the Winnipeg Police Board.

Ultramarathoner Mallory Richard, who currently lives in Winnipeg, only began trail running in 2012.
Ultramarathoner Mallory Richard, who currently lives in Winnipeg, only began trail running in 2012.

She started running in 2012, when she and some co-workers ran the Manitoba half-marathon. After completing it, she became interested in trail running. In 2016, she represented Canada at the 2016 Trail World Championships in Portugal.

Richard’s latest win wasn’t her only milestone for 2017 — she also got married this past July.

In addition to her recent race wins, Mallory Richard also married Shawn Defoort this past July. (Photo: Mallory Richard / Shawn Defoort)
In addition to her recent race wins, Mallory Richard also married Shawn Defoort this past July. (Photo: Mallory Richard / Shawn Defoort)

Folk musician Peter Katz performs at the Market Hall on October 14, with a surprise musical guest

By Bruce Head -
Toronto folk singer-songwriter Peter Katz is performing at the Market Hall in Peterborough on Saturday, October 14th, with special guest opener Megan Bonnell. A surprise musical guest will also be sharing the stage for a few songs.

If you get goosebumps while at the Market Hall in downtown Peterborough this Saturday night (October 14), it won’t be from the cool fall weather.

Market Hall presents
Peter Katz

When: Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 8 p.m.
Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough)
How much: $25 general admission ($20 for students), $30 for assigned cabaret seating

With special guest opener Megan Bonnell. Tickets are available at the Market Hall Box Office, by calling 705-749-1146, or online at www.markethall.org . Tickets are also available (cash only) at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).

It’ll be from the musical talent of Toronto folk singer-songwriter Peter Katz, who is performing with special guest opener Megan Bonnell — along with a surprise musical guest well known to area residents who is likely to generate his own share of goosebumps.

The critically acclaimed Katz — “try listening without getting goosebumps” according to the London Free Press — is a Juno Award nominee (in 2012 for Music DVD of the Year), and was also nominated in 2012 as Emerging Artist of the Year at the Canadian Folk Music Awards as well as in 2016 at the Canadian Screen Awards for Best Original Song for “Where The Light Used To Be” from the movie 88. He won the CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award Winner and was voted Best Male Vocalist in NOW Magazine’s 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Born in Montreal in 1981, Katz has been performing music since he played in a cover band as a teenager. His first studio album More Nights, recorded in Toronto with his former band The Curious, was released in 2007. In 2008, he released a single called “The Camp Song”, commissioned by the International Camping Fellowship for their 2008 International Camping Congress. The song, in which Katz captures the feeling of camping and the outdoors, is an example of his lyrical songwriting chops.

VIDEO: “We Are The Reckoning” – Peter Katz

Katz released his first solo studio record First of the Last to Know in 2010, which debuted at number one on the iTunes singer-songwriter charts. It features a guest appearance by Academy Award winning musician Glen Hansard (The Frames, The Swell Season) — an important influence for Katz early in his musical career.

“I feel like he set the bar for me on how to be an artist, and also how to treat people along the way,” Katz tells NOW Magazine in a recent interview.

In 2011, Katz released a live CD/DVD Peter Katz and Friends: Live at the Music Gallery, which earned him a Juno nomination. This was followed in 2012 by his record Still Mind Still and in 2015 by his latest English record We Are the Reckoning — which includes the tune “Brother” featuring Lakefield native Royal Wood (Wood and Bill Lefler co-produced the album).

VIDEO: “Brother” – Peter Katz featuring Royal Wood

“If you want to make something that’s like nothing you’ve made before, then you have to shake yourself up, go beyond what’s comfortable and known and let yourself feel disoriented, overwhelmed, even intimidated,” Katz says. “Those moments, when you lose your bearings, when you’re forced to sink or swim, are the moments when you have an opportunity to rise to the occasion, to surprise yourself, to do the things you didn’t know you could do. That’s what making this album was for me, I’m so proud of the process, and I’m so proud of the result.”

The bilingual Katz has also released an album in French, La somme de tous nos efforts, which includes a French version of “Brother” performed as a duet with Quebec musician Rémi Chassé. Katz will be touring Quebec and France — including a show on October 19th in Paris where he’ll be supporting Lukas Nelson and & Promise of the Real (Lukas is a son of Willie Nelson and the band recently backed Neil Young on tour).

Katz has sold more than 25,000 copies of his records, mainly by touring all over the world and regularly playing to capacity crowds. He’s performed with Glen Hansard, The Swell Season, Joel Plaskett, Bahamas, Royal Wood, Dan Mangan, Jeremy Fisher, Emma-Lee, The Good Lovelies, and Garth Hudson from The Band, among others.

For his Market Hall show, indie folk singer-songwriter Megan Bonnell — also a Canadian Folk Music Awards nominee — will be opening.

VIDEO: A message to Peterborough from Peter Katz

As for the surprise musical guest who will be appearing at the Market Hall, you may have guessed already: it’s Lakefield’s own native son Royal Wood, who will be joining Peter on stage for a few songs.

If that along doesn’t make you want to buy tickets, Market Hall is also making a special promotional offer: along with your ticket for Peter Katz, you will receive a $10 gift certificate that you can use for any future “Market Hall Presents” show.

Tickets are $25 general admission ($20 for students), $30 for assigned cabaret seating, and are available at the Market Hall Box Office, by calling 705-749-1146, or online at www.markethall.org. Tickets are also available (cash only) at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).

VIDEO: “Golden Boy” – Megan Bonnell

nightlifeNOW – October 12 to 18

By kawarthaNOW -
Thunder Bay folk-rockers Greenbank (Jim Breslin and Craig Smyth) perform at The Spill in downtown Peterborough on Wednesday, October 18. (Publicity photo)

Every Thursday, we publish live music and performance events at pubs and clubs in Peterborough and The Kawarthas based on information that venues provide to us directly or post on their website or social media channels. Here are the listings for the week of Thursday, October 12 to Wednesday, October 18.

If you’re a pub or club owner and want to be included in our weekly listings, please email our Nightlife Editor at nightlife@kawarthanow.com.

ARIA
Arlington Pub
Arthur's Pub
Black Horse Pub
The Cat & The Fiddle Cobourg
The Ceilie (Trent University student pub)
Coach & Horses Pub
The Cow & Sow Eatery
Dobro Restaurant & Bar
Dominion Hotel
Frank's Pasta and Grill
Ganaraska Hotel
The Garnet
Golden Wheel Restaurant
Gordon Best Theatre
Hot Belly Mama's
Junction Nightclub
Kawartha Coffee Co.
Marley's Bar & Grill
McThirsty's Pint
Oasis Bar & Grill
Pappas Billiards
Pastry Peddler
Pattie House Smokin' Barbecue
Red Dog Tavern
Riley's
Sapphire Room
Shots
The Social
Southside Pizzeria
The Spill
The Trend
Turtle John's Pub & Restaurant
The Venue
White House Hotel

ARIA

331 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 743-0333

Friday, October 13

10pm - Rain Forest

Arlington Pub

32990 Highway 62, Maynooth
(613) 338-2080

Saturday, October 14

9pm - Salty Dog ($10)

Coming Soon

Saturday, October 28
9pm - Weber Brothers Halloween Party ($10)

Arthur's Pub

930 Burnham St., Cobourg
(905) 372-2105

Wednesdays

Open Mic

Black Horse Pub

452 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 742-0633

Thursday, October 12

7:30pm - Jazz and Blues w/ Marsala Lukianchuk and the Rob Phillips Trio

Friday, October 13

8:30pm - Cadillacs

Saturday, October 14

5pm - Tyler Koke; 8:30pm - Flashback

Sunday, October 15

12-3pm - Cocktails & Crafting Sign-making Workshop w/ Anchor & Co; 3pm - 4 Front/Terry Finn

Monday, October 16

7pm - Crash and Burn w/ Gailie & Friends

Tuesday, October 17

7pm - Open mic w/ Randy Hill

Wednesday, October 18

7pm - Battle of the Student Bands

Coming Soon

Thursday, October 18
7:30pm - Jazz and Blues w/ Marsala Lukianchuk and the Rob Phillips Trio

Friday, October 20
8:30pm - Rob Phillips Band

Saturday, October 21
5pm - Mark Edwards; 8:30pm - Northern soul

Sunday, October 22
3pm - Washboard Hank

The Cat & The Fiddle Cobourg

38 Covert St., Cobourg
(905) 377-9029

Friday, October 13

8-11pm - Cowboys Don't Cry

The Ceilie (Trent University student pub)

1600 West Bank Dr., Peterborough
(705) 748-1011

Thursday, October 12

8-11pm - Open mic night w/ Henry & friends (no cover, all ages)

Coach & Horses Pub

16 York St. S., Lindsay
(705) 328-0006

Thursdays

10pm - Open Jam w/ Gerald Vanhalteren

Wednesdays

7-11pm - Live music

The Cow & Sow Eatery

38 Colborne St., Fenelon Falls
(705) 887-5111

Coming Soon

Friday, October 27
8pm - Halloween Bash ft Live on the Line

Dobro Restaurant & Bar

287-289 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 775-9645

Thursday, October 12

10pm - Robin Hawkins (no cover)

Friday, October 13

10pm - Live music TBA (no cover)

Saturday, October 14

10pm - The Bailiens (no cover)

Wednesdays

Open stage

Dominion Hotel

113 Main St., Minden
(705) 286-6954

Saturday, October 14

CANCELLED - 8pm - The Sinners Choir ($25)

Frank's Pasta and Grill

426 King St. E., Cobourg
(905) 372-2727

Fridays

9pm-12am - Karaoke Night Girls Night Out; 12am - DJ Chrome

Saturday, October 14

8:30pm - Head Case; 11:30pm - DJ

Sunday, October 15

7-10pm - Underground Sundays presents Backyard Riot EP Release Show w/ special guest Liam Parker

Tuesdays

7pm & 8pm - Salsa Classes beginners & intermediate ($10/lesson)

Wednesdays

8-11pm - Open Mic

Coming Soon

Saturday, October 21
8:30pm - D.O.M.O; 11:30pm - DJ Double J

Ganaraska Hotel

30 Ontario St., Port Hope
(905) 885-9254

Friday, October 13

10pm - The Quickshifters

Saturday, October 14

2pm & 10pm - The Quickshifters

Wednesdays

8pm - Open mic w/ Rob Foreman and Clayton Yates

The Garnet

231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough
(705) 874-0107

Thursday, October 12

5-7pm - Pints N' Politics; 9pm - Skye Wallace & Jasper Sloan Yip

Friday, October 13

5-9pm - Gianna Lauren, Michael Fuerstack, Tim Crabtree, Dan Goldman ($10); 10pm - Carolyn Mark, Allison Brown, Naomi Kavka

Saturday, October 14

5-7pm - LMJC Jazz; 8pm - Megan Nash Seeker Album Release Tour, Bears In Hazenmore

Sunday, October 15

8pm - DEEPS x Starlight ($5 or PWYC)

Monday, October 16

9pm - Raleigh, Mary-Kate Edwards, St. Homer/Scott Somerville ($10 or PWYC)

Tuesday, October 17

Naomi Kavka, Winona Wilde

Coming Soon

Thursday, October 19
5-7pm - Pints N' Politics; 9pm - Geoff Berner, Rae Spoon ($12 in advance, $15 a door)

Friday, October 20
St. Homer/Scott Somerville

Saturday, October 21
5-7pm - Little Fire (PWYC); 9pm - Curse

Golden Wheel Restaurant

6725 Highway 7, Peterborough
(705) 749-6838

Friday October 20

8-11pm - Oldies Dance w/ DJ ($10)

Saturday, October 21

7-11pm - One Year Celebration ft dinner and House Brand ($15)

Wednesdays

7-9pm - Line Dancing Lessons w/ Marlene Maskell ($7 per person, all levels welcom

Coming Soon

Saturday, October 28
9pm - Halloween Party w/ Jade Eagleson ($10, 19+, prizes for best costumes)

Gordon Best Theatre

216 Hunter St. W., Peterborough
(705) 876-8884

Friday, October 13

10pm - Dance Party w/ Shawna Blackwood ($5)

Saturday, October 14

8-11pm - Justin's Jukebox tribute to Justin Hixcox ($15 or PWYC)

Coming Soon

Saturday, October 21
8-11pm - 24 Hour Project #32 ($15 adults, $10 students)

Hot Belly Mama's

378 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 745-3544

Thursdays

8pm - The Quickshifters (PWYC)

Junction Nightclub

253 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 743-0550

Thursday, October 12

10pm - Numo app Launch Party w/ DJ Bill Porter

Friday, October 13

10pm - Nothing But the 90s w/ DJ Bill Porter (no cover)

Kawartha Coffee Co.

49 Bolton St., Bobcaygeon
(705) 738-1500

Tuesday, October 17

6:30-9pm - 2018 Digital Marketing Workshop w/ Jeannine Taylor of kawarthaNOW - Attract Your Tribe ($20)

Marley's Bar & Grill

17 Fire Route 82 Catalina Bay, Buckhorn
(705) 868-2545

Friday, October 13

6-9pm - Chris Culgin

Saturday, October 14

6-9pm - Andrew Vatcher and the Kid

McThirsty's Pint

166 Charlotte St., Peterborough
(705) 743-2220

Thursdays

10pm - Jan Schoute

Fridays

10pm - Brian Haddlesey

Mondays

10pm - Trivia Night

Tuesdays

9pm - Topper Tuesdays w/ DJ Jake Topper

Wednesdays

9pm - Cody Watkins

Oasis Bar & Grill

31 King St. E., Cobourg
(905) 372-6634

Thursdays

6:30pm - Live music

Sundays

5:30pm - PHLO

Wednesdays

6:30pm - Live music

Pappas Billiards

407 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 742-9010

Thursdays

7-10pm - Open Mic

Pastry Peddler

17 King St., Millbrook
(705) 932-7333

Wednesday, October 18

6:30-9:30pm - Anchor & Co. presents Cocktails & Crafting Sign Making Workshop ($65+tax per person

Coming Soon

Friday, October 27
6:30pm - Harvest Beer Pairing Dinner w/ live music by Mike Graham Jazz Band ($60 per person)

Saturday, October 28
6:30pm - Harvest Beer Pairing Dinner w/ live music by Mike Graham Jazz Band ($60 per person)

Pattie House Smokin' Barbecue

6675 Highway 35, Coboconk
(705) 454-8100

Coming Soon

Saturday, October 21
9pm - B&B Blues Band

Red Dog Tavern

189 Hunter St. W., Peterborough
(705) 741-6400

Thursday, October 12

8-11pm - Red Dog Laughs 3.0 ($5)

Friday, October 13

10pm - Mokomokai, Indian Handcrafts, The Rippin' Donnies ($15)

Saturday, October 14

10pm - Silverhearts

Tuesdays

10pm - Open mic w/ Matt Diamond

Coming Soon

Friday, October 20
10pm - The Pack AD ($10, available at www.ticketscene.ca/events/19058/)

Saturday, October 21
10pm - Elliott Brood ($20, available at www.ticketscene.ca/events/18330/)

Thursday, November 9
10pm - Deep Dark Woods ($12, available at www.ticketscene.ca/events/19184/)

Friday, November 17
10pm - The Elwins and Fast Romantics ($10, available at www.ticketscene.ca/events/19080/)

Thursday, November 23
10pm - One Bad Son ($10, available at www.ticketscene.ca/events/19034/)

Riley's

257 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 750-1445

Thursdays

Travis Berlinbach

Fridays

Travis Berlinbach

Saturdays

Josh Gontier

Sundays

Josh Gontier

Mondays

Josh Gontier

Tuesdays

Josh Gontier & Cale Gontier

Wednesdays

Guest performers

Sapphire Room

137 Hunter St., Peterborough
(705) 749-0409

Saturday, October 14

6-9pm - Michael Bell

Shots

379 George Street K9H 3R2, Peterborough
(705) 749-9315

Saturday, October 14

10pm - Shameless ($5)

Wednesdays

10pm - Wednesday House Party

The Social

295 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 874-6724

Thursdays

Throwback Thursday

Fridays

Nashville Night

Saturdays

Saturday Night Live w/ live music & DJ

Sundays

Sunday Funday

Tuesdays

Social Circuit Games Night

Wednesdays

Student Pub Night w/ live music

Coming Soon

Friday, October 20
10pm - Punch Douglas

Southside Pizzeria

25 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough
(705) 748-6120

Fridays

9am-12pm - Open mic ($2);

The Spill

414 George St., Peterborough
(705) 748-6167

Thursday, October 12

9pm - H. de Heutz, Meowlinda, Cold Eye, Olias ($8)

Friday, October 13

9pm - Strictly Sabbath, Ol' Time Moonshine, God Helmet ($8)

Saturday, October 14

3-6pm - Can't Stop The Signal 02 ft Conflict Avoider, Shelf, Rampancy, Disleksick, Harbinger Talisman ($5 or PWYC)

Monday, October 16

7pm - ChiSeries PTBO ft readings by Dana Cameron, David Demchukm, Ian Rogers, Janette. Platana (donations accepted)

Wednesday, October 18

9pm - Greenbank ($10)

VIDEO: "Live off the Land" - Greenbank

Coming Soon

Thursday, October 19
9pm - Nihiloceros, The Corporate Life, Basement Dweller (all ages, $5)

Friday, October 20
9pm - The Art Of Anger v.1: Punk vs Metal ft Doors+Fours, Peronicus, Inbred Fist, Wisker Ditch ($5)

The Trend

110 London St., Peterborough
(705) 750-1265

Coming Soon

Thursday, October 19
7-11pm - Songwriting Workshop and Open Mic Night

Turtle John's Pub & Restaurant

64 John St., Port Hope
(905) 885-7200

Saturday, October 14

7pm - Do Good Badlies

The Venue

286 George Street North, Peterborough
(705) 876-0008

Saturday, October 14

8pm - TAS 50th Reunion Dance ($25 - SOLD OUT)

Coming Soon

Saturday, October 28
7-10pm - Art Gallery of Peterborough It's all about ART! Gala Auction

Friday, November 10
8pm - Produce for Veterans presents Ambush, Dean James, Austin Carson Band, Sticks N' Tones ($25 til August 31, $30 advance, $35 at door)

Friday, November 17
7pm - USS w/ Ascot Royals ($25-30+ fees, available at www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1479651)

Sunday, November 19
1-10pm - A Day of Music to Benefit Ricky Young ($25)

White House Hotel

173 Charlotte St., Peterborough
(705) 741-2444

Coming Soon

Friday, October 27
8pm - Halloween Haunt for United Way ($5)

Toronto man charged after September 30 rally in Peterborough

By kawarthaNOW -
While the vast majority of participants at the anti-hate rally in downtown Peterborough on September 30, 2017 were local residents who protested peacefully, some of the protestors disguised their identities and some came from outside the area, including 22-year-old William October of Toronto who has been charged with assault and obstruct peace officer. (Photo: Linda McIlwain / kawarthaNOW.com)

Peterborough police have arrested and charged a Toronto man following the anti-hate rally held in downtown Peterborough on Saturday, September 30, 2017.

During the rally police attempted to remove a person from the crowd by escorting them to a police cruiser. A protester concealing his identity emerged from the crowd and struck the person being escorted in the head.

Police initially arrested the protester and then released him unconditionally. A subsequent investigation revealed the protester had given police a false name when he was initially arrested.

Through further investigation, police were able to confirm the identity of the protester and, on October 5th, attended a Toronto residence where they arrested and charged the man.

William October, 22, of Richmond Street West, Toronto, is charged with assault and obstruct peace officer.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to attend a Peterborough court on October 26, 2017.

Police are also asking for the public’s help in identifying the people in the photos below who were present at the rally.

Peterborough police are seeking to identify the people shown in these photos who attended the September 30, 2017 rally. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Police Service)
Peterborough police are seeking to identify the people shown in these photos who attended the September 30, 2017 rally. (Photo courtesy of Peterborough Police Service)

Anyone with information is asked to call the Peterborough Police Service Crime Line at 705-876-1122 ext. 555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.stopcrimehere.ca.

How well do you know what can go into your blue box?

By GreenUP -
Eric the Recycle Ranger will be at the GreenUP Store (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough) from October 16th to 21st for Waste Reduction Week. Kids of all ages are invited to take the Waste Reduction Challenge, win prizes including a PlanetBox, stainless steel straws, books, and more, and to reduce household waste. (Photo: GreenUp)

For many people in Canada, recycling has become second nature. However, the waste sector is still responsible for six per cent of greenhouse emissions in Ontario, and the provincial government aims to reduce diversion rates by 30 per cent before 2020, through its Strategy for a Waste Free Ontario.

Each week, GreenUP provides a story related to the environment. This week’s story is by Danica Jarvis, GreenUP Environmental Education Coordinator.

GreenUP is here to help you get started and there is no better time than during Waste Reduction Week from October 16 to 22 — a celebration of our power to reduce waste. This is a great opportunity to take a look at our habits and how we can change them for the better.

But first, how well do you know your blue bin?

Let’s dispel some blue bin sorting myths by investigating some common misconceptions about what is, and is not, recyclable:

Can I recycle Styrofoam?

Styrofoam can be recycled in the City of Peterborough, but with some restrictions.

Large packaging Styrofoam is recyclable but it cannot be picked up curbside. After purchasing a new TV or computer, you can take the pieces of packing Styrofoam to the Peterborough Materials Recycling Facility at 390 Pido Road. This does not include packing peanuts, which are not recyclable.

Restrictions also extend to Styrofoam egg cartons, cups, and take out containers, which are NOT recyclable. As consumers, we must consider which restaurants to frequent, and keep in mind that use of this material is oftentimes used for our takeout containers. Styrofoam has convenient properties as a great insulator, with an impermeable surface, and is inexpensive.

Unfortunately, without being able to recycle foam, the coffee cup that we spend 15 minutes with in the morning becomes the next item sitting in landfill, and with Styrofoam, that means for about 500 years!

You can reduce Styrofoam waste by using reusable containers when dining out, and by lugging a mug instead of purchasing a throw-a-way cup.

Editor’s note: If you’re confused by the fact you can take large pieces of packing Styrofoam to the Peterborough Materials Recycling Facility, you’re not alone. The City of Peterborough had originally decided to no longer accept any Styrofoam for recycling at the facility as of January 1, 2016. As noted above, that decision has been reversed for large pieces of packing Styrofoam only.

 

Can I recycle a paper coffee cup?

You can … but not the plastic lid.

Those early morning Tim Hortons coffee runs come with a hefty environmental price tag. Although the cup is recyclable in Peterborough, the lid is not. Tim Hortons serves 2 billion coffees a year. Those lids accumulate as a tremendous amount of waste.

A suggestion is to reduce the need for coffee cup production by bringing your own reusable coffee cup when you need to caffeinate. It will save you money, and the environment.

 

Can I recycle aluminum foil?

Yes, you can. Clean aluminum foil can be recycled, but be sure to remove any food residues.

Pop cans and tin cans (think tomato paste) can also be recycled, but clothes hangers cannot. You can take un-repairable metal items to a scrap metal facility.

While on the topic of foil, chip bags cannot be recycled. They are made from a variety of materials that are not easy to break down at a recycling facility, so they must be disposed of in the garbage.

 

Can I recycle glass?

Glass bottles and jars are recyclable, although you must remember to recycle the package and not the product.

Rinse your containers if they have traces of food left inside. Jars with leftover sauce stuck to the inside must be tossed out. Rinsing before recycling will ensure that glass jars will be recycled once they arrive the recycling facility.

Broken picture frames and windows cannot be recycled at curbside. They must go in the garbage.

Editor’s note: Safely place broken glass or sharp objects in a cardboard box, tape it securely and label this “Sharp Object”. This can be placed beside your regular garbage.

 

Can I recycle my straw?

No, straws cannot be recycled. Many plastics such as straws, cheese string wrappers, and plastic food wrap are not recyclable.

These “soft” plastics are a conglomerate of plastic materials that are impossible to breakdown. You can avoid these types of plastics by using reusable, stainless steel straws or beeswax wrap.

There are many environmentally friendly alternatives to the plastic items we have become reliant on; many are available at the GreenUP Store.

 

If you are unsure about how to dispose of an item, visit the City of Peterborough’s What Goes Where? page. You can type in any item and the site will tell you how to recycle or dispose of it.

GreenUP invites you to take the Waste Reduction Week Challenge from October 16th to 21st at the GreenUP Store. Visit us for daily tips and promos for products that relate to Canada’s daily waste reduction themes. Also, bring the kids and take a selfie with our very own Recycle Ranger, Eric. Win prizes, like a PlanetBox lunch system, reusable water bottles, and books.

For more information, contact Danica Jarvis at danica.jarvis@greenup.on.ca, stop in at the GreenUP Store (378 Aylmer Street North in downtown Peterborough), or give us a call at 705-745-3238.

What’s new from the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism – October 11, 2017

By kawarthaNOW -
Lang Mill at Lang Pioneer Village Museum in Keene, which recently won Attractions Ontario's Award for Top Small Museum. (Photo: Sherief Kamar)

Speed Networking B.O.S.S. – October 25th

Speed networking

The Chamber’s next B.O.S.S. (Business Owners Sharing Solutions) workshop will focus on effective networking and how it can benefit your business.

Join the Chamber on Wednesday, October 25th, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Westwind Inn on the Lake, where Tonya Kraan of Strexer Harrop & Associates will discuss networking techniques with fellow Chamber Members, Scott Matheson of CIBC Lakefield, and Tom LaBranche of Village Pet Food & Supply. Following the discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to put their skills into action in a speed networking format.

Invite a colleague or fellow business professional to join you! The workshop is free for Chamber members (thanks to Professional Development Sponsor Lynn Woodcroft, Sales Representative, Royal LePage Frank Real Estate) and $10 for future members. Register now.

 

Trent-Severn Waterway Trail Town Workshop – October 12th – Last Chance to Register

Cycle Forward founder Amy Camp, who helped launch America's nationally recognized Trail Town Program in 2007 (photo: Tori Stipcak)
Cycle Forward founder Amy Camp, who helped launch America’s nationally recognized Trail Town Program in 2007 (photo: Tori Stipcak)

There is still time to register for the Trent-Severn Waterway Trail Town Workshop in Lakefield on October 12th. The registration deadline is today (October 11) at 4 p.m. Email sarahp@rto8.com to register or contact the Chamber office at 705-652-6963.

Kawarthas Northumberland, in partnership with the Kawartha Chamber, is pleased to present the workshop, free of charge, on Thursday, October 12th. The workshop begins at 5:15 p.m. at the Lakefield Legion and will include a light supper.

Join trail tourism expert Amy Camp of Cycle Forward for an interactive workshop for business owners seeking to increase tourism-related spending from visitors to the Trent-Severn Waterway, Trans Canada Trail and other Lakefield area attractions. Learn more.

 

Decadent Menu for Awards Gala – November 3rd

The 18th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala takes place on Friday, November 3rd at Elmhirst's Resort.
The 18th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala takes place on Friday, November 3rd at Elmhirst’s Resort.

Tickets are on sale for the 18th Annual Awards of Excellence Gala on Friday, November 3rd at Elmhirst’s Resort. Tickets are $85 +HST. The menu for the evening is as follows:

Appetizer, choice of:

  • Salad: Arugula with buttermilk ranch, braised fennel, candied almonds, pickled carrots, parsnip chips and marinated radish,
  • Soup: Roasted butternut squash soup with rosemary creme fraische and heirloom carrot strings,

Entree, choice of:

  • Vegetarian: Butternut squash (spiralized) spaghetti with sundried tomato and cherry tomato with brown butter sauce and garnished with kale chips
  • Elmhirst’s Own Roast Beef with Gravy, yorkshire pudding, roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
  • Salmon poached in white wine dill beurre blanc with rice pilaf and seasonal vegetables.

A dessert buffet will follow.

Join the Chamber’s premiere event of the year as they celebrate local business, and present the 18th Annual Awards of Excellence! Book your tickets.

A special room rate is available for those booking for the night of the Awards Gala. Call Elmhirst’s Resort at 705-295-4591 and mention you are booking for the Chamber Awards of Excellence Gala on November 3rd.

 

Submit Your Bids – Couples Getaway – $1632 Value

The Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala is fast approaching! Each year, the Chamber has many fabulous items up for bid. To get you ready, the CHamber is starting its outside bid auction early this year with an excellent item: a 2 Night Stay at Couples Resort & Algonquin Spa! The value of this package is $1,632. (Note: restrictions apply).

Submit your maximum bid by emailing generalmanager@kawarthachamber.ca with the subject line “Couples Resort Auction Bid.” The auction will close October 22nd, 2017 at midnight.

Enjoy a 5 Star Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive Boutique Algonquin Jr. Suite including private hot tub, king bed, wood burning fire place, free breakfast in bed daily, free 5-course meal for 2 daily (semi-formal attire with tie), free Algonquin Park pass for trails and museum, free limited sports equipment. Learn more.

All proceeds support the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, advocating for local business and promoting tourism in the Kawarthas.

 

Know Your Power Cobourg – November 15th

Know Your Power Cobourg

Navigating energy-efficiency programs for business

Chamber members are invited to a breakfast event on Wednesday, November 15th, to learn about energy cost-saving programs and incentives available to Ontario businesses.

The event is being held at the Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre, 930 Burnham St., Cobourg. Registration and breakfast is at 9 a.m., and the program runs from 9:30 to 11 a.m. There is no charge to attend. Register here.

The event will bring together representatives from your local distribution company, natural gas distributor and the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), along with businesses and community leaders from the region, to share information about available energy saving programs and how to enroll. You will also have the opportunity to network with other local job creators who are interested in giving their businesses a competitive edge through energy efficiencies and retrofits, and hear success stories from those who have already benefited.

Read the program agenda.

 

Ontario Chamber of Commerce Business Confidence Survey

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce invites you to complete their Business Confidence Survey. Data collected will provide powerful insights into the state of our province’s economy allowing the OCC to expand the Chamber Network’s influence with government.

Your participation will directly impact the direction of OCC policy work, communications strategy, and government relations. Take the survey.

 

Welcome New Chamber Members

Kawartha Local Marketplace
165 King Street, Peterborough, www.kawarthalocal.ca, 705-400-7929

Our mission is to make buying local easy. We connect consumers to local artisans, culinary producers and makers of all kinds. Our all-local retail emporium features an eclectic range of goods made exclusively in Peterborough and the Kawarthas.

Savino Human Resources Partners
info@savinohrp.ca, www.savinohrp.ca, 705-400-8350

SHRP Limited (Savino Human Resources Partners), is a consulting firm based in Peterborough which supports the human resources, recruiting, payroll, and organizational requirements of small-to-medium enterprises.

 

Lang Pioneer Village Wins Attractions Ontario Award

Congratulations to Lang Pioneer Village Museum — the winner of Attractions Ontario’s Top Small Museum/Art Gallery/Historic Site Ontario’s Choice Award.

Winners were determined by a public vote for residents of Ontario.

Celebrating their 50th season in 2017, Lang Pioneer Village is also up for Attraction of the Year award, due to the large number of votes received. The winner will be announced at the Ontario Tourism Summit Gala on November 7th.

Read more.

 

Experience Trinity College School and all it has to offer

Trinity College School

How do Trinity College School students describe their experience in three words? Complete, illuminating, energetic. TCS students appreciate that school needs to be more than just reaching their academic potential — it’s about exploring all facets of themselves and the realization of passions, talents and skills that reach far beyond the classroom walls. Realize what’s within.

To learn more about the TCS experience, Trinity College School invites you to join them on campus for an open house on Saturday, October 21st. For more information, visit www.tcs.on.ca/openhouse or contact the admissions office at 905-885-3209.

Prospective students for Grades 9 to 12 can also participate in a Spend a Day or Spend a Day/Night event on October 20th. For more information, please contact the admissions office at 905-885-3209.

 

LYU Love Lakefield Survey

The Love Lakefield survey aims to help Lakefield Youth Unlimited better understand the needs in the Lakefield (and area) community.

It will help LYU plan for the new school year and serve children and youth in our community better!

Take the two-minute survey.

 

Upcoming Events

  • North Kawartha Food Bank Loonie Auction – October 14th
  • 10th Annual Beaver Club Gala – October 14th
  • Buckhorn Pumpkinfest – October 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th & 29th

 

For more information about the businesses and events listed above, please visit the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism website at kawarthachamber.ca.
All photos supplied by Kawartha Chamber of Commerce except where noted.

Viamede Resort in North Kawartha featured in the Rick Mercer Report

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Rick Mercer was at Viamede Resort at Stoney Lake this past September for the Golden Rescue Picnic, which was featured in the October 10, 2017 episode of CBC Televisions Rick Mercer Report. (Photo: Rick Mercer Report / Facebook)

Viamede Resort in North Kawartha was featured on last night’s episode (October 10) of the Rick Mercer Report.

The comedian was at Viamede, located on Stoney Lake near Woodview, on Saturday, September 16th to attend the 27th Annual Golden Rescue Picnic held by The Canadian Golden Retriever Adoption Service Inc. (“Golden Rescue”).

Operating out of Barrie, the volunteer-operated not-for-profit charitable organization helps to rescue and re-home displaced Golden Retrievers and educates the public about general pet ownership.

While at the Golden Rescue Picnic, Rick Mercer chatted with owners of Goldens, including this one whose name is "Mercer". (Photo: Rick Mercer Report / Facebook)
While at the Golden Rescue Picnic, Rick Mercer chatted with owners of Goldens, including this one whose name is “Mercer”. (Photo: Rick Mercer Report / Facebook)

The Golden Rescue Picnic is a celebration for Goldens and the volunteers at Golden Rescue as well as a fundraiser, and includes a range of activities, games, and contests.

Rick and his crew his crew sampled all the picnic highlights, learned about vendors’ goods and services, chatted with Golden owners, and interviewed Viive Tamme, Chair of the Golden Rescue Board of Directors.

He also participated in the popular “Luscious Peanut Butter Lick” event — which Golden Rescue renamed the “Rick Lick” for this year in his honour — in which Golden owners cover their faces, arms, and legs in peanut butter and then unleash their dogs upon them.

Rick Mercer participating in the annual picnic's popular "Luscious Peanut Butter Lick" event, in which Golden owners cover their faces, arms, and legs in peanut butter and then unleash their dogs upon them. The event was renamed the "Rick Lick" this year in his honour. (Photo: Rick Mercer Report / Facebook)
Rick Mercer participating in the annual picnic’s popular “Luscious Peanut Butter Lick” event, in which Golden owners cover their faces, arms, and legs in peanut butter and then unleash their dogs upon them. The event was renamed the “Rick Lick” this year in his honour. (Photo: Rick Mercer Report / Facebook)

Golden Rescue is one of the largest single-breed rescue groups in Canada. Since its inception in 1990, the organization has found homes for over 2,100 abandoned, unwanted, or displaced Golden Retrievers.

For more information about the organization, visit www.goldenrescue.ca.

The Rick Mercer Report episode featuring Golden Rescue at Viamede will be repeated on CBC Television on Friday, October 13th at 7 p.m. and then will be available for online viewing at youtube.com/mercerreport.

You can also view the segment below.

VIDEO: Rick Mercer at the 27th Annual Golden Rescue Picnic at Viamede Resort

RBC invests $61,000 in Junior Achievement Peterborough, Lakeland, Muskoka

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Scott Mancini of RBC presents a cheque for $61,000 to Paul Ayotte and John McNutt of Junior Achievement of Peterborough Lakeland Muskoka. (Photo: JA-PLM)

RBC has made a $61,000 investment in Junior Achievement of Peterborough Lakeland Muskoka (JA-PLM) to help the organization deliver its day programs, World of Choices, and Business Hall of Fame events.

Scott Mancini, regional vice-president of Kawartha-Lakeshore region for RBC, presented a cheque earlier today (October 10) to JA-PLM board chair Paul Ayotte and JA-PLM President and CEO John McNutt.

Junior Achievement’s in-class programs, delivered by volunteers, provide students with knowledge on personal and business skills, such as money management, the role of business in shaping our lives, building blocks for a successful career, the impact of technology and innovation, running a business, and more.

RBC will also be the title sponsor for the 2018 Business Hall of Fame in Peterborough, as well as the title sponsor for the annual World of Choices event in Peterborough and for five pilot World of Choices events to be held in Kingston, Sault Saint Marie, Thunder Bay, Sudbury, and Cornwall, where almost 900 youth from high schools in the those communities will learn from local career mentors in a career-oriented roundable format forum.

VIDEO: RBC investment in Junior Achievement Peterborough, Lakeland, Muskoka

RBC has been a regular supporter of JA-PLM for many years, and made a $28,000 investment in JA-PLM last November.

Annual Crayola Sale for United Way of City of Kawartha Lakes returns on October 14

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The 29th annual Crayola Sale for the United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes takes place from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, October 14 at the LEX Fairgrounds in Lindsay. (Photo: United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes)

The 29th annual Crayola Sale for the United Way for the City of Kawartha Lakes (UWCKL) returns on Saturday, October 14th.

The popular cash-only sale offers Crayola products — including crayons, markers, paints and kits — at discounted prices. For past sales people have camped out in advance to get the best selection.

Crayola Canada has already donated just over $950,000 to UWCKL, primarily through the employees’ workplace campaign, and aims to reach the $1 million through the annual sale.

“We are very fortunate that the annual Crayola Sale can assist children, youth, and adults in the City of Kawartha Lakes,” says Mike Soehner, Human Resources Manager at Crayola Canada. “The sale started simply as a yard sale with a few Crayola products added in. It was the beginning of a long-term relationship and, thanks to the efforts of countless volunteers from Crayola, the UWCKL, and the community, it has grown to its current form.

“This year, we are very proud to say that we have an opportunity to attain the $1 million mark in total donations. Please come out and help us achieve that goal.”

The popular cash-only sale offers Crayola products at hugely discounted prices.
The popular cash-only sale offers Crayola products at hugely discounted prices.

Proceeds from Crayola Canada donation, including the sale, will help thousands of people in the City of Kawartha Lakes who use UWCKL services.

“Crayola Canada and its employees are amazing community champions,” says YWCKL Executive Director Penny Barton Dyke “In nearly three decades, this company and its dedicated employees have helped thousands of people from across the city. Their leadership is a true testament to working with others to build commitment and healthy supportive communities. We also need to recognize the Lindsay Ex for its outstanding support as it has contributed the venue both at its old site and its new site.”

The sale takes place at the LEX Fairgrounds (354 Angeline St. S., Lindsay) from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. More than 150 volunteers will be helping at sale (cash only).

Peterborough Police Chief Murray Rodd announces retirement

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Peterborough Police Service Chief Murray Rodd speaks during a press conference in November 2015 following arson at Peterborough's only mosque. (Photo: CTV)

After 35 years with the Peterborough Police Service, including 10 years at Chief, Murray Rodd is retiring.

Chief Rodd started with the Peterborough Police Service on June 20, 1983 after graduating from the law and security program at Fleming College. He quickly climbed the ranks and, on August 15, 2008, was appointed as Chief of Police by the Peterborough Lakefield Police Services Board after a national search.

Rodd’s last day as Chief will be June 30, 2018.

“Being a Police Officer is the only job I’ve ever wanted to do,” Rodd writes in a statement. “Fifty years ago I was inspired by my Uncle, the Chief of Police of Oshawa at the time, to go into policing as a helping profession. His forage cap has been in my office for my entire term as Chief.

“It has been an honour to have worked with some of the best police officers, civilians and volunteers in law enforcement. I am extremely proud of their commitment to serving the communities of Peterborough, Lakefield and Cavan Monaghan.”

Over the past decade, Ross has been very active in the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP), chairing numerous committees and hosting the annual conference. He has also volunteered with a number of local agencies over the past 35 years, including the United Way (he served as Campaign Chair in 2010), and the Board of Governors at Fleming College, serving as Board Chair from 2007-2011. He also served in the Canadian Forces Reserve for 22 years achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Throughout his career, he’s received numerous awards and accolades. In 2011, he was awarded the Member of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces (M.O.M.) from the Governor General of Canada and in 2015 was the recipient of the OACP’s highest honour; the President’s Award.

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