Bobcaygeon lawyer Robert Walker with his two staff Adriana and Cheryl have joined LLF Lawyers and will continue practicing law at their current location under the name LLF Lawyers Bobcaygeon (supplied photo)
The Bobcaygeon law firm of Robert J. Walker has joined the Peterborough firm LLF Lawyers.
Walker and his two staff will now operate under the name LLF Lawyers Bobcaygeon at their current location, at the corner of King Street West and Bolton Street in Bobcaygeon.
Walker has practiced law in the Bobcaygeon area for 40 years, providing legal counsel to hundreds of local businesses, community groups, and individualse.
“I had been considering my succession plan for some time, but wasn’t sure what direction it would take,” Walker says. “It was important to me that my clients continue to receive timely and effective advice for all of their various needs. To have the opportunity to achieve this by working with a firm known for expertise in many areas and excellent service was an easy decision.”
In Peterborough, LLF Lawyers is located at 332 Aylmer Street and employs 18 lawyers and 36 support staff.
“Clients in the Bobcaygeon area will now have available to them the experience and expertise of a full-service law firm,” says Bill Lockington, Senior Partner at LLF Lawyers. “We are looking forward to working with Mr. Walker’s clients and being part of the Bobcaygeon community.”
For more information on LLF Lawyers, visit www.llf.ca.
Young entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 29 can apply for the Innovation Cluster's new Slingshot program
The Innovation Cluster Peterborough and The Kawarthas and FastStart Peterborough have announced Slingshot, Peterborough’s first summer incubation program for young entrepreneurs.
From May to June, Slingshot will provide six entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 29 with coworking space in the new Cube in downtown Peterborough, tools, resources, and funding opportunities to grow their business — ae value of $5,000.
The deadline to apply for Slingshot is April 24 (graphic: Innovation Cluster Peterborough and The Kawarthas)
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 29, planning to start their company in Peterborough and the Kawarthas, and either have an idea for a company or have been operational for under one year. Youth from outside of the region can also apply, but only if they are willing to move to the region.
While the Innovation Cluster focuses on innovation and technology startups, Slingshot will also accept applications from young entrepreneurs who wish to provide goods and services.
The six successful applicants will move into the Cube to begin working on their company on Monday, May 1st. At the end of the summer, the most successful company will receive a $1,000 cash prize along with other prizes.
Juno-winning songwriter Amelia Curran will join Tim Baker, Donovan Woods, and Hawksley Workman for a night of music and conversation in "The Writes of Spring" at Peterborough's Market Hall on April 27 (publicity photo)
It’s April and spring is in the air — and so is excellent music. There’s something for everybody in Peterborough and the Kawarthas during the course of the month. Here are some interesting concerts to check out in April.
Jason Petty as Hank Williams at Showplace in Peterborough on April 4
Fans of Hank Williams can relive his greatest songs at Showplace Performance Centre (290 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-7469) on Tuesday, April 4th when “Hank Williams: The Lonesome Tour” takes the stage.
Jason Petty transforms into the old-school country music legend, telling intimate stories about the man and singing his tunes. Petty began portraying Williams in 1996 at the world famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, which led to several tours across the U.S. and Canada. Don Helms, Hank William’s best friend and steel guitar player, says “Jason’s singing of Williams’ classic songs is the best there’s ever been”.
The show begins at 7 p.m. and tickets are $52.50, available at the Showplace Box Office or online at www.showplace.org
VIDEO: “Hank Williams: The Lonesome Tour” promo
La Jeunesse Youth Orchestra at the Calvary Pentecostal Church in Port Hope on April 8
A unique event combines food with classical music on Saturday, April 8th at the Calvary Pentecostal Church (401 Croft St., Port Hope).
“Soup and Symphony” offers a selection of delicious soups donated by local restaurants and a silent auction, with brilliant music provided by La Jeunesse Youth Orchestra.
The luncheon runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and is a fundraiser for the orchestra. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children and are available at the door or in advance by calling 1-866-460-5596.
VIDEO: La Jeunesse Youth Orchestra
Classic Albums Live: “Are You Experienced” at Showplace in Peterborough on April 8
Fans of classic rock and electric guitar will want to head to Showplace Performance Centre (290 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-7469) on Saturday, April 8th when guitarist Clifton David Broadbridge comes to town to perform The Jimi Hendrix Experience’s 1967 record “Are You Experienced” in its entirety, note for note, as part of the Classic Albums Live series.
Broadbridge is considered one of the best performers of Hendrix’s music — he’s perfected the feedback and distortion technique Hendrix’s playing is known for. Along with a drummer and bass player, Broadbridge will be performing classic Hendrix tunes including “Purple Haze”, “Manic Depression”, “Hey Joe”, “The Wind Cries Mary”, “Fire”, and “Foxy Lady”.
Tickets are $35.50 and are available at the Showplace Box Office or online at www.showplace.org
VIDEO: Clifton David Broadbridge plays Jimi Hendrix
Hillary Dumoulin at the Gordon Best in Peterborough on April 8
Local singer-songwriter Hillary Dumoulin will play a show at the Gordon Best Theatre (216 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-876-8884) on Saturday, April 8th, along with Steve Dumoulin, Michaela Hetherington, Everett Payne, and powerhouse band Broken Harmony,
Tickets are $10 and are available in advance at ticketscene.ca or from any of the performers.
It’s general admission and the doors open at 7 p.m. with the music starting at 8 p.m.
VIDEO: “Mom’s Song” – Hillary Dumoulin
Martin Barre of Jethro Tull at the Market Hall in Peterborough on April 11
Then’s even more music for fans of classic rock just few days later, when the Martin Barre Band fills Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough, 705-749-1146) with the sounds of pioneer rock band Jethro Tull on Tuesday, April 11th at 8 p.m.
Barre, who was the lead guitarist for the English progressive rockers since 1969, has been touring solidly for a few years now playing classic Tull hits like “Thick as a Brick”, “Sweet Dream”, and “Locomotive Breath” and bringing to the fore some of his own original music. There will be great music with some surprise twists thrown in for good measure.
Tickets range from $35 to $75 and are available at the Market Hall Box Office or online at www.markethall.org. Tickets are also available (cash only) for Row C annd Tables 8 and 18 at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).
VIDEO: “Thick as a Brick” – Martin Barre Band
Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer at the Market Hall in Peterborough on April 14
Acclaimed Vancouver duo Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer (Shawn Hall and Matthew Rogers) roll into town on Friday, April 14th with a performance at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough, 705-749-1146)
Don’t be thrown off by the band’s unusual name (“harpoon” and “axe” are nicknames for the harmonica and guitar): Hall and Rogers’ music simmers with a raw blues style infused with some unique sounds. Electric guitar, an “arsenal of harmonicas”, and a whole lot of foot percussion bring their music to life.
The show has an 8 p.m. start. Tickets are $25 for regular seats, $20 for students, and $30 for a cabaret table seat. Get your tickets at the Market Hall Box Office or online at www.markethall.org. Tickets are also available (cash only) at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).
VIDEO: Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer
Jackson Delta at the Market Hall in Peterborough on April 15
Just a night later it’s Peterborough’s own iconic blues group Jackson Delta reuniting and taking the stage at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough, 705-749-1146) on Saturday, April 15th.
The three-headed monster includes the great Rick Fines, Gary Peeples, and Al Black. For one night only, you can catch a rare performance by the acoustic blues group that made waves in the late ’80s and early ’90s. Jackson Delta toured the folk and blues festival circuit in North America and the UK extensively, being nominated for and winning a host of awards.
Tickets are $30 plus fees for regular seats and $40 plus fees for table seats. Tickets are available at the Market Hall Box Office or online at www.markethall.org and for cash only at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).
VIDEO: Jackson Delta – Slight Return
Ron Hawkins at the Garnet in Peterborough on April 22
Talk about intimate and interactive!
Ron Hawkins, from 1990s rock band The Lowest of the Low, will be performing solo at The Garnet (231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-874-0107) on Saturday, April 22nd.
Great tunes from a big catalog of music will combine with stories of life on the road and a career in music. The revered contemporary songwriter weaves smart lyrics around catchy numbers.
Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, available at The Garnet, or $15 at the door. There are very limited tickets so get yours soon.
VIDEO: “Peace and Quiet” – Ron Hawkins
Owen Meany’s Batting Stance at the Garnet in Peterborough on April 24
Owen Meany’s Batting Stance (a.k.a. Daniel Walker) is coming to The Garnet (231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough, 705-874-0107) on Monday, April 24th.
Halifax has a long history of turning out great music from a wide array of genres. There is a certain Halifax sound and Owen Meany’s Batting Stance represents it very well. It is sort of scrappy, yet heartfelt sound, which Walker describes as “engaged, electrically charged acoustic guitar, teeming with emotive energy rounded by percussion and bass.”
Tickets are available at the door and the show begins around 9 p.m.
VIDEO: “Dissonance” – Owen Meany’s Batting Stance
Whiskey Jack at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope on April 28
There’s no better way to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday than by singing along with the songs of legendary Canadian musician Stompin’ Tom Connors.
Although Stompin’ Tom passed away in 2013, his long-time touring band Whiskey Jack continues to perform his tunes. They’ll be presenting the stories and songs of Stompin’ Tom at Cameco Capitol Arts Centre (20 Queen St., Port Hope, 905-885-1071) at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 28th.
It’ll be a night of truly Canadian patriotism with tunes like “Bud the Spud”, “Sudbury Saturday Night”, “It’s Canada Day”, “Confederation Bridge”, “Believe in your Country”, and “The Hockey Song”.
Tickets are $39 and are available at the Capitol Box Office or online at www.capitoltheatre.com.
VIDEO: “The Hockey Song” by Stompin’ Tom performed by Whiskey Jack
The Writes of Spring at the Market Hall in Peterborough on April 27
Songs and stories will be at the forefront on Thursday, April 27th when four iconic Canadian songwriters descend on Market Hall Performing Arts Centre (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough, 705-749-1146) for “The Writes of Spring”.
The show features great lyricist and singer Tim Baker (songwriter and frontman for St. John’s group Hey Rosetta!), fellow Newfoundlander and Juno winner Amelia Curran, Polaris and Juno nominee Donovan Woods, and performer, artist, and writer extraordinaire Hawksley Workman. Talk about a great group of talent!
Tickets are $39.50 plus fees and the show begins at 8 p.m. Get your tickets at the Market Hall Box Office or online at www.markethall.org. Tickets for Row C and H are also available (cash only) at Moondance (425 George St. N., Peterborough, 705-742-9425).
With the mild temperatures and the promise of winter weather behind us, many people took the opportunity this past weekend to start cleaning up their yards. But what do you do with all the detritus?
If you live in the City of Peterborough, you can put out your green waste for weekly collection beginning this week on your regular garbage/recycling day. In the County of Peterborough, curbside collection is offered in 10 communities on two dates each in late April and May.
In Northumberland County, one-week-only curbside green waste collection begins later this month. In the City of Kawartha Lakes, there are two dates for curbside collection in June (you’ll have to take your green waste to a landfill before then). In Hastings and Haliburton counties, you’ll need to check with your local municipality to see if curbside collection is offered.
Weekly green waste collection in the City of Peterborough begins on Tuesday, April 4th and continues until the last week of November.
The green waste will be collected at the curb on your regular garbage and recycling collection day.
Green waste must be in paper yard waste bags, bushel baskets, or a garbage bin labeled with a city-issued “Green Waste” stickers. The stickers are free and are available at City Hall, Peterborough GreenUP, and local Home Hardware stores.
While there are no limits on the amount of green waste you can put out for collection, plastic bags will not be accepted.
Curbside collection of yard waste is available in 10 communities in the County of Peterborough: Bridgenorth, Donwood, Havelock, Keene, Lang, Lakefield, Millbrook, North Monaghan, Norwood, and the Terraview Heights and Woodland Acres areas.
Collection dates in the spring are:
Wednesday, April 19th and Wednesday, May 24th for Donwood, Keene, and Lang
Thursday, April 20th and Thursday, May 25th for Millbrook and North Monaghan
Friday, April 21st and Friday, May 26th for Terraview Heights and Woodland Acres
Wednesday, April 26th and Wednesday, May 31st for Lakefield
Thursday, April 27th and Thursday, June 1st for Bridgenorth
Friday, April 28th and Friday, June 2nd for Havelock and Norwood.
Place all yard waste in paper bags or reusable containers and bundle branches, and place at the curb before 7 a.m. on your collection day. There are no limits and no tags required for leaf and yard materials.
Drop-off programs are available for all other locations in the county. Ccontact your local township for more information on the Leaf and Yard Drop-Off Program in your area.
In Northumberland County, green waste is collected during specific weeks in the spring depending on where you live (map: Northumberland County)
In Northumberland County, leaf and yard waste is collected during specific weeks in the spring, depending on where you live in one of four areas of the county.
In April, residents who live in Area 3 (Hamilton Township including Port Hope) will have their green waste collected during the week of April 17th. Residents who live in Area 4 (Trent Hills and most of Cramahe and Brighton Townships) will have their green waste collected during the week of April 25th. Residents who live in other areas will have their collection weeks in May.
Green waste is not collected on your regular garbage and recycling day. Instead, put your green waste at the curb by 7 a.m. on the Monday of your collection week and it will be collected sometime during that week.
Green waste must be put in paper bags and brush must be tied in small bundles. There is no limit on the number of bags or bundles you can put out for collection, but each bag or bundle must weigh less than 18 kg (40 lbs). Materials placed in plastic bags will not be collected, and garbage, litter, pet waste or soil is not accepted.
If you live in the City of Kawartha Lakes, there isn’t regular curb-side collection of green waste. Instead, there are two dates in late spring when the city will collect green waste.
This spring’s dates are Friday, June 2nd (if your regular collection day is Tuesday or Thursday) and Friday, June 16th (if your regular collection day is Tuesday or Thursday). All leaf and yard waste must be set out in paper bags or neatly bundled, and plastic bags are not allowed. Grass clippings, sod, and soil will not be collected.
If you don’t want to wait until June, or if you have green waste that isn’t allowed at curbside collection, you can take it to a city waste management facility (landfill) yourself. For more information about landfill locations and hours, visit www.city.kawarthalakes.on.ca
Hastings and Haliburton Counties
While there is no county-wide collection of green waste in Hastings and Haliburton Counties, some municipalities may provide curbside collection while others may require you to take green waste to a landfill.
Contact your municipality to find out what services are available, if any, and collection dates.
Rowan and Lilli Fleming are the new owners of McLeod's EcoWater, a provider of residential water treatment systems and equipment (supplied photo)
McLeod’s EcoWater under new ownership
Rowan and Lilli Fleming are the new owners of McLeod’s EcoWater.
Mel McLeod started the business in 1979 and has built it into a water treatment industry leader, including a Bowmanville location. Congratulations to Mel on nearly 40 years of success!
Rowan brings 15 years of industry experience to the business and is committed to building on Mel McLeod’s proven formula with the same employees in the same location: 1479 Chemong Road.
After 60 years, Roland’s Steak House is closing its doors on April 15 (photo: Roland’s Steak House)
And speaking of a legacy, congratulations to Peter and Brigitte Brugger on the sale of Roland’s Steak House at 845 Highway 7 East in Peterborough.
Started by Roland and Gertrude Rubman nearly 60 years ago, the Bruggers have owned Roland’s for 28 years.
Roland’s will close for business on Saturday, April 15th.
Sidey Auto Supply in Peterborough celebrates 20 years
Greg Walsh of Sidey Auto Supply in Peterborough (supplied photo)
A shout out to Greg Walsh of Sidey Auto Supply in Peterborough, celebrating his 20th year of ownership, as the Sidey Auto chain marks 75 years this month!
Chamber PBX at Kawartha Regional Memory Clinic
The physicians and staff of Kawartha Regional Memory Clinic (photo: Kawartha Regional Memory Clinic / Facebook)
Events this week include the Peterborough Chamber of Commerce PBX at Kawartha Regional Memory Clinic on Brock Street.
You can tour the newly renovated facilities and meet some other community agencies. PBX is Tuesday (April 4) from 4 to 6 p.m.
Joshua and Natasha (Bandi) Clark on the build site of their soon-to-be-home in Warsaw. The couple, who originally met at YES Shelter for Youth and Families in Peterborough when they were both homeless youth, now have two children and are looking forward to having their own home. (Photo courtesy of Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region)
“I had a good head on my shoulders,” he says, “but I didn’t have a lot of breaks. I was completely lost then, emotional and lost. You gotta remember — I was a kid.”
Josh is a success story. Shelter staff quickly noticed his common sense and drive to succeed, and offered him a place to stay at a transition house. He attended school and work programs, eventually succeeding in getting his Grade 12 equivalency and a $2,000 bonus for successfully finishing a work term.
And then he met Natasha Bandi.
“It wasn’t love at first sight,” he says now, “but she was the only girl living there at the time.”
Tasha and Josh both laugh, and the interview is interrupted briefly by their children, Autumn, 10, and Jasmine, 5. The family of four currently lives in an apartment building in the north end of Peterborough, the latest in a long line of places they’ve called home.
Josh and Tasha around 10 years ago with their newborn daughter Autumn. After years of moving from place to place, and now with another daughter Jasmine, the family is finally going to own their own home through Habitat for Humanity. (Photo courtesy of the Clark family)
But it’s the last “temporary” home they will have, as the Clarks are about to become the new owners of the latest Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region build: a home in Warsaw.
“Obviously, Josh and Natasha have an inspiring story,” says Emily Ferguson, resource development manager for Habitat for Humanity. “The couple’s journey from once using local shelter services to now being months away from homeownership is a true testament to their own capacity to build a better future for their family.”
Years ago, Josh scrimped and saved so he could buy his first car, a dream come true for him at the time. The car landed him a job as a delivery driver, which eventually led to his current stable employment. Also pictured are Tasha and the couple’s first child Autumn, who is now 10. (Photo courtesy of the Clark family)
Ferguson says it was Josh and Tasha’s “sincerity and appreciation” that drew Habitat to the couple.
“They are down to earth, humble and truly thankful for the opportunity,” she adds.
Established locally in 2002, Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region is a non-profit, non-denominational housing organization that helps families build a future by bringing volunteer labour and donations together for a home.
The hand-up comes in the form of a zero per cent interest mortgage, with no down payment, and geared to income monthly payments. Habitat has partnered locally with 28 families; the organization is finishing up the Warsaw home, and close to completing a single-detached home in Lindsay. There are also four more builds planned for Peterborough — the ground-breaking for a single-detached home on Wellington Street is set for May.
Ferguson says the chance to own their own home allows families to build confidence as well as equity, often resulting in an improved financial situation overall.
Tasha and Josh both say, when Habitat for Humanity first showed them the floor plans of the home they would own, they couldn’t believe it was true.
“We kept reminding each other not to get too excited,” Tasha says. “It took a while for it to sink in.”
To qualify for a home, families must invest their own time into building the home and volunteering with Habitat. Here Tasha and Josh are pictured with youth volunteers from YES Shelter for Youth and Families and YES Executive Director Suzanne Galloway (right) on a build day in Warsaw. (Photo courtesy of Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region)
Since then, Josh has been putting in volunteer hours to help build the home, and to help with Habitat for Humanity’s other volunteer needs. Hard work is nothing new for him. Ever since Tasha became pregnant with their first child, Josh has been working, or looking for work, or both.
He’s worked early mornings at Burger King and he’s worked overnights at Mac’s Milk. He’s also been a delivery driver, a cook, a painter, and a shift manager. For the past five years, Josh has worked at a local mattress company learning the business inside and out, alongside the owner.
Their remarkable story is not lost on them, though.
“When we look back at it now, to those days in the shelter, we were just young kids doing what we needed to do to survive,” he says, recalling the excitement he felt when he first got his own small apartment, and could buy a coffeemaker.
What does Habitat look for in a potential owner?
Families who partner with Habitat must first meet three main criteria: they must have a need for affordable housing, they must be able to make monthly mortgage payments, and they must be willing to partner with the organization.
Families must also invest 500 hours of their own volunteer labour, referred to as “sweat equity”, into building their home, assisting at the ReStore, and volunteering at special events/other Habitat initiatives.
Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region is always seeking applications to its homeownership program, so families are strongly encouraged to apply now for 2017 and future projects. More information is available at habitatpeterborough.ca.
YES executive director Suzanne Galloway worked with Josh when he first arrived at the shelter.
“It’s amazing the progress they’ve made,” she says. “And now, to own their own home. There’s something so profound about owning your own home.”
She says it is heartbreaking and equally inspiring to know that youth who sometimes have so little can be so resilient. And the real hope, she says, comes from knowing that when “we are able to invest in these young people, they really are able to accomplish greatness.”
Together, Josh and Tasha have learned how to be parents — even parenting a child with special needs together — meeting challenge after challenge that comes their way.
Josh does admit that he was discouraged, thinking it would take forever to secure a traditional mortgage. All he and Tasha wanted, they say, was to give their children what they, themselves, never had — a place to call home.
With that goal now a reality, there’s just one more on their list.
“We never got officially married,” Tasha says. “I wanted it to be really special. We thought if we could one day get a house, we would get married in the yard. That’s the last thing on our list.”
A photograph by Anna McShane, part of the SPARK Photo Festival. Anna's photos will be on display alongside the work of Tara Molson at the Celtic Connection (25 Queen St., Lakefield) and a reception will be held on Thursday, April 6th from 1 to 3 p.m. (Photo courtesy of SPARK Photo Festival)
Check out an interesting array of artwork, events and talks this April. Receptions for the SPARK Photo Festival are scattered throughout the month, and Friday, April 7th is particularly busy with many openings happening on the same evening. There will be wine, music and refreshments available, not to mention a wide selection of work on display.
The annual fundraisers for the Art School of Peterborough and Artspace are also happening in April, and there will be a curator’s Talk at Artspace and a lecture on professional practice for artists at Catalina’s.
Evans Contemporary presents William Carroll’s “City”
“Night building 1” (spray paint on paper) by William Carroll (photo courtesy of Evans Contemporary)
William Carroll’s muse is New York City itself. During long walks in the quieter reaches of the city, he sketches various buildings and cityscapes. Using these drawings as a reference, cityscapes and emblematic stand-alone representations of buildings and structures become small evocative paintings. The resulting images are simple in colour scheme and composition, and present us with distilled sometimes almost abstracted representations of this world famous city.
The opening reception will happen on Friday, April 7th from 6 p.m. until 11 p.m. Artist Joel Davenport will be taking over the outdoor courtyard DJ booth, so there may be dancing! There will also be a sizzling barbecue serving up treats which you can savour in exchange for donations to the YWCA Crossroads Women’s Shelter.
William Carroll’s show will continue until May 13th 2017.
The Rare Birds Salon featuring guest speaker William Carroll
“New York 75” (spray paint on canvas) by William Carroll (photo courtesy of Evans Contemporary)
The Rare Birds Salon is a great thing to have happening! It is a monthly event featuring various guest speakers involved in the arts. Hosted by Annie Jaeger and Paolo Fortin, these events are meant to gather the arts community together to connect, socialize, and discuss relevant issues and ideas.
On Thursday, April 6th, the guest speaker will be William Carroll, who has an opening at Evans Contemporary the next night. The topic will be professional practice for visual artists. William teaches professional practice at the Pratt institute in Manhattan and lectures professionally in many different venues and institutions on the topic.
An artist himself, William has over 30 years’ experience working in the New York art world — so to make a bit of an understatement, he probably knows what he’s talking about. The event begins at 8 p.m. with announcements, followed by the presentation at 8:30 p.m. sharp.
These events are held at Catalina’s, located at 131 Hunter St. W. in downtown Peterborough, where drinks of all kinds are available for purchase in a cozy inviting ambiance. The Rare Birds Salon will run from 8 p.m. until 12 a.m.
Star X features the Drool Collective
Come check out the work of the Drool Collective at the Star X Gallery
The Drool Collective, a group of nine young artists, will be taking over the Star X gallery for the month of April. The artists are Ruba Osman, Sebastian Beligan, Alana Batten, Jemma Woolidge, Sklyar Ough, Anwyn Climenhage, Emily Duffey, and Avery Morris.
For this exhibition, the collective will focus on images that draw inspiration from some lesser-known Peterborough locations.
Don’t miss the opportunity to come out and meet them and view the work in a festive atmosphere at the opening reception which will be held on Friday, April 7th from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m..
The show will be up as of April 1st and will run until April 30th.
STAR X is located in Peterborough at 129-1/2 Hunter Street West on the third floor. Hours of operation are Saturday from 12 noon until 6 p.m.
Acme Art & Sailboat Company features Teresa Anne Van Neste
New work by Teresa Anne Van Neste will be on display at the gallery at Acme Art & Sailboat Company during April (photo courtesy Acme Art & Sailboat Company)
Teresa Anne Van Neste’s paintings will be showing at Acme this April, along wth a series entitled “Nude Clouds” by resident artist Joe Stable.
The opening reception happens on Friday, April 7th, from 6 to 10 p.m., in conjunction with neighbourhood openings at Star X Gallery and Evans Contemporary and a variety of SPARK Photography Festival events. It’s definitely a good night to be out and about!
After the reception, viewings are available between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. from Thursday to Saturday or by appointment.
Acme Art and Sailboat Company is located at 129-1/2 Hunter Street West, 3rd floor, in downtown Peterborough.
Artspace hosts curator’s talk for Olivia Whetung’s “tibewh”
The work of artist Olivia Whetung on display at Artspace until April 22nd. Don’t miss the upcoming curator’s talk on April 6th. (Photo courtesy of Artspace)
A curator’s talk about the current show at Artspace, Olivia Whetung’s “tibewh”, will be happening at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 6th.
The show consists of meticulous beadwork representing various bodies of water along the Trent-Severn Waterway, which Olivia created using topographical maps as a reference. The show is both visually interesting and conceptually rich and this talk will no doubt delve into many aspects of the work which may not be evident at first glance.
“tibewh” will be on display until Saturday, April 22.
Artspace is an accessible space located at 378 Aylmer Street in downtown Peterborough. Regular hours of operation are Tuesday to Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Parking is available in the municipal lot on Hunter Street between Aylmer and George. For more information, call 705-748-3883 or visit artspace-arc.org.
Annual 50/50 Art Draw show and sale is coming up at Artspace
Artspace has issued a call for submissions for the annual 50/50 Art Draw fundraiser in May (graphic courtesy of Artspace)
Artspace’s annual fundraiser, the 50/50 Art Draw, is fast approaching. This event features work (donated by artists) up for sale for the night of the event, which is always a great time with music, snacks, and libations. At least 50% of the proceeds go to Artspace, with the remainder to the artists involved.
The call is out to artists for submissions, and there will be a preview of the work to be sold from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday April 28th. So whether you are an artist or an art appreciator, you should mark this down on the calendar.
The event itself will be on Saturday, May 6th at 7 p.m. and will feature the Art Draw and the Fire Sale (where remaining works from the Art Draw will be sold). During the Art Draw, emcees will draw a ticket and call out a number, and the ticket holder with that number will choose a piece of art off the wall. Tickets are $25 for the party and Fire Sale only, and $100 for the party, Art Draw, and Fire Sale. Both ticket prices include a complimentary drink.
Artspace is an accessible space located at 378 Aylmer Street in downtown Peterborough. Regular hours of operation are Tuesday to Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. Parking is available in the municipal lot on Hunter Street between Aylmer and George. For more information, call 705-748-3883 or visit artspace-arc.org.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough presents “Not a Freak Show: Growing Up Gay in Rural Ontario” by Spencer J. Harrison
This large circus tent, which will be on display Art Gallery of Peterborough, is Spencer J. Harrison’s PhD work. He is Canada’s first-ever academic to paint a PhD dissertation. (Photo: Spencer J. Harrison)
Spencer J. Harrison’s work focuses on identity and the need for inclusion. The circus tent acts as a catalyst for discourse and as an assertion of presence. It functions as both an object and a gathering place, and reminds us of the unfortunate fact that people often label and ostracise others for being different.
Renowned visual artist and anti-homophobia activist Spencer J. Harrison
Spencer is very active in his personal and professional life advocating for and working with the LGBTQ community. This summer he will be the director of Camp Fyrefly, a new national camp for LGBTQ youth. Spencer has fundraised $80,000 to run the camp this summer, which subsidises almost the entire cost for campers. This three-day leadership retreat would normally cost $1,000 per camper. Thanks to Spencer, the cost has been brought down to a mere $25 including lodging and food! For more information about Camp Fyrefly, please visit www.fyrefly.ualberta.ca/Ontario .
The opening reception for “Not a Freak Show: Growing Up Gay in Rural Ontario” will be held on Saturday, April 29th at 2 p.m. The show continues until June 25th.
The Art Gallery of Peterborough is located at 250 Crescent Street in downtown Peterborough and is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. It offers free admission, barrier-free access, and a gallery shop. Parking is available in the Del Crary lot. For more information, call 705-743-9179 or visit agp.on.ca.
The Art School of Peterborough hosts the 21st Annual Art Auction “The Artist’s Garden”
“Small falls, summer” (oil on canvas) by John Climenhage, one of the artists whose works will be part of the Art School of Peterborough’s 21st Annual Art Auction (photo courtesy of Art School of Peterborough)
The Art School of Peterborough’s annual fundraiser will be held at Princess Gardens (100 Charlotte St., Peterborough) on Saturday, April 8th. This fundraising initiative, 21 years old this year, is integral to keeping the Art School accessible to all by making affordable programming and quality instruction available and providing supplies for youth programs.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with a silent auction commencing at 6:30 p.m., and the live auction takes place from 8:30 p.m. until 10 p.m.. There will be live music by the Ron Marenger Big Band and refreshments for all. Tickets are only $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Members are granted free admission.
The live auction will feature artwork by Anne Cavanagh, Anne-marie Kornachuk, Art Cunanan, Bernie Mitchell, Bill Lockington, Brian Atyeo, Brianna Gosselin, Bronson Smith, David Baker, David Hickey, George Kovac, Jenni Johnston, John Climenhage, Lisa Martini-Dunk, Lucy Manley, Marcia Watt, Jose Miguel Hernandez Autorino, Nancy Chalut, Olga Szaranski, Pam Buckler, Paul Nabuurs, Richard Hayman, Rob Niezen, Roz Hermant, Sandy MacFarlane, Sharon Taylor, and Stephen Snider.
The Art School of Peterborough at 178 Charlotte St. in Peterborough. For more information, please call 705-742-3221 or visit artschoolptbo.org.
SPARK Photography Festival takes over the town!
There are more than 50 exhibits in this year’s SPARK Photo Festival taking place during April in the Kawarthas. Pictured is a photo from Gary Mulcahery’s exhibit “Farmer: Portraits of Family Farms in Northumberland County” which will be on display at the Arts and Heritage Centre of Warkworth (photo courtesy of SPARK Photo Festival)
The SPARK photography festival is in full swing this month with 52 different locations and even more participating photographers from the area.
There will be opening receptions throughout April, all of which can be found at www.sparkphotofestival.org.
Christensen Fine Art presents “Anima” by Roz Hermant
“Distillation” (16″ x 29″, photo-based mixed media) by Roz Hermant (photo courtesy of Roz Hermant)
Christensen Fine Art is pleased to present “Anima”, a series by photographic artist Roz Hermant, as part of the SPARK Photo Festival.
Photographic images are the focal point of Roz’s mixed media work. The exhibition will run for the month of April with an opening reception on Friday April, 7th from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Christensen Fine Art is located at 432 George Street North in downtown Peterborough. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, visit www.christensenfineart.com.
Community Services Director Ken Doherty speaking at the Committee of the Whole meeting on March 27, 2017. Peterborough City Council declined to apply for heritage designation to the two historic downtown Peterborough buildings currently housing The Pig's Ear Tavern and the Black Horse Pub. Local lawyer Ann Farquharson has called this decision a "disgrace". (Photo: City of Peterborough)
Ann Farquharson is not only a former Councillor, but a lawyer. She wouldn’t be allowed to blithely throw around unsupported allegations in a courtroom; and given that her term on Council, and profession, grants her a higher degree of credibility than the average citizen, she shouldn’t be doing it anywhere else.
On March 27th, Farquharson made a serious allegation against senior staff. Apparently, she was “advised” that staff suppressed a report to Council so the developer could obtain demolition permits. She goes on to say, “If this is true, it would be both disappointing and shocking”.
What’s disappointing and shocking is a lawyer publicly alleging that senior staff abused their positions, and one paragraph down, intimating that she doesn’t know if there’s a grain of truth to it.
On March 29th, Farquharson targets the developer. She provides nothing to back up her claim that he threatened to cancel the project if the properties were designated. I’ve spoken with the developer, who is baffled as to how she arrived at that conclusion.
He advised that he spoke with several members of Council — including those who didn’t vote in favour of the motion — and at no time did he state, or imply, that he’d cancel the project if the properties were designated. Calls to Councillors were to provide clarity and input on redevelopment plans.
On the estimated development cost of $20 million, it passes understanding that Farquharson considered the library a comparable project. There’s no similarity between them — this project proposes residential units and commercial space. Cost comparisons with the “Y” project, while not ideal, are certainly more reasonable. Farquharson’s dislike of the proposed project doesn’t justify an attempt to publicly discredit the developer by using an unsuitable comparable to cast doubt on his estimated investment.
Farquharson has practised law in this city for many years. The higher standard attached to the profession perceives her as standing for fact and truth. Instead, she’s opted to pepper her opinions with inaccuracies, personal attacks, and innuendo.
Any argument that she is speaking as a private citizen rings hollow. Media consistently refer to her as either a lawyer or former Councillor. However, it’s her profession, not a one term stint on Council, which strengthens her credibility.
We look to lawyers to provide us with facts and opinions. What they tell us goes to the heart of an informed decision. We rely on them because we know that dealing in fact is their stock and trade. Facts matter to lawyers. They are trusted with them, and to provide them. The weight of that implicit trust is borne by lawyers both professionally and personally.
Facts should matter to Ms. Farquharson when she speaks to us — because like her colleagues, she’ll always be first perceived as a lawyer.
Musician Rick Fines, pictured at the March 30th announcement, is one of many local performers who will be entertaining revellers during Canada 150 celebrations in downtown Peterborough on June 29 and 30 (photo: Peterborough DBIA)
Funny thing about a party: Once word gets out, everybody wants to come.
As is becoming increasingly clear, everybody is coming, to Peterborough’s over-the-top Canada 150 party scheduled for four dates in late June/early July. And that’s just those who will musically entertain and visually delight. Never mind the thousands their combined talents are sure to attract.
On Thursday (March 30) at One Eighty Sports Pub (180 Hunter Street West, 705-874-0989), the Peterborough’s Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) revealed its significant contribution to Peterborough 150, with DBIA executive director and organizing committee member Terry Guiel leading the charge.
The crowning event will be The Bash 150, a Hunter Street West live local music showcase on Friday, June 30 starting at 4 p.m. with Washboard Hank followed, in order, by Mayhemingways (Josh Fewings and Benj Rowland), Rick Fines, Melissa Payne and the full blues sound of the brassy Rocket Revue, joined by Juno Award-winning guitarist Jack de Keyzer and harmonica master Jerome Godboo.
Earlier, throughout day and night on Thursday, June 29th, Downtown Pop-Up will feature performers doing their thing at a number of downtown venues, inside and out. There are some familiar names here — Danny Bronson, Sean Conway, Bobby Watson, Mike Graham, Rick & Gailie and The Citiots Improv comedy troupe led by Ray Henderson are among those scheduled.
“Downtown will be animated and a lot of fun,” promised Guiel, standing in front of a banner highlighting the event theme, Celebrate At Home.
Terry Gueil, Executive Director of Peterborough DBIA, announces the line-up of Canada 150 festivities in downtown Peterborough, with mascot King George in the background (photo: Jeannine Taylor / kawarthaNOW)
But it’s not just about music over the two days. Local media and visual artists will also highlight their talents on June 30th via a showcase initiative presented jointly by the Electric City Culture Council (EC3) and Artspace. Themed “New Visions, Old Land”, four new commissioned works be featured, again on Hunter Street West west of George Street.
“I think each of the works is going to bring something new and different to the idea of what it means to be a Canadian; what it means when we say the word ‘Canada,'” said Su Ditta, EC3 executive director.
“This a great chance to give them an opportunity to really think about new visions for a very old land. We wanted to bring something more futuristic to the celebrations, so part of the challenge of these commissions will be to think about the future and link our past with it.”
“We have a lot of award-winning visual and media artists here. I think they’re not as well known as musicians. (Trent University president) Leo Groarke, speaking at our AGM two years ago, said even when he wasn’t living in Peterborough, he knew we had a reputation for punching way above our weight when it comes to arts and culture. This is a city of 80,000 people and we probably have 40 professional arts organizations. That’s a pretty high ratio.”
Su Ditta, Executive Director of Electric City Culture Council, announcing “New Visions, Old Land”, a Canada 150th-themed media arts exhibition the council is presenting with Artspace on June 30th (photo: Jeannine Taylor / kawarthaNOW)
Each piece, she explained, can only be five minutes in length and each artist will have funding to commission live musical or sound performance as part of their piece. As well, Artspace is donating the services of its media lab, which equates to free technical support and equipment use.
Getting all well into the right spirit at the reveal was Fines, who performed “This One Day”, a track on his latest album Driving Home. He said afterwards that he’s “thrilled” to be asked to perform as part of The Bash 150.
“Over the last eight years, I’ve literally gone from Bonavista (Newfoundland) to Vancouver Island, from the Arctic Circle to the Great Lakes, every year. I love this country, especially The North, so to be involved with the anniversary is a treat and an honour.”
VIDEO: Rick Fines performs “This One Day” at media announcement (video: Jeannine Taylor)
Those planning ahead are reminded the two-day DBIA-presented portion of the celebration represents just half the schedule.
Peterborough Musicfest has announced that Canadian rock/pop music icon Kim Mitchell will open its 31st season Saturday, July 1st at 8 p.m. at Del Crary Park, followed by fireworks. Earlier that same day, Peterborough’s Canada Day Parade will roll on George Street starting at noon and the annual Multicultural Canada Day festivities will held, also at Del Crary Park.
And, on Sunday, July 2nd — if you still have any energy — the Peterborough Museum atop Armour Hill will host Heritage Day activities for the entire family.
For more details on what’s scheduled over the four days, and when and where, visit www.peterborough.ca/PTBO150.
Thursday, June 29 – Downtown Pop-Up
Event
Time
Location
Indigenous Celebration – The Gathering for Youth of Nogojiwanong
10 am – 12:30 pm
Millennium Park, 1 King St.
Canada 150 Kick-Off: Public Energy and PSO String Quartet presents Unity Indigenous Vocal Ensemble with Dancer Jade Willoughbyt
12 – 2 pm
Millennium Park, 1 King St.
Celtic Harp Trio (Tanah Haney)
1 – 3 pm
Simply Delicious Bistro & Bakery, 191 Charlotte St.
Peterborough New Horizons Band
3 – 4 pm
Peterborough Square Courtyard, Water and Charlotte streets
Peterborough Concert Band
4 – 6 pm
Peterborough Square Courtyard, Water and Charlotte streets
Peterborough Pop Ensemble
6 – 7 pm
Peterborough Square Courtyard, Water and Charlotte streets
Live chainsaw carving with Champion Chainsaw Woodcarver Steve Kenzora
3:30 – 4:30 pm
City Hall front steps, 500 George St. N.
L.I.V.E Peterborough – Young Musicians Showcase
4 – 9 pm
The Spill, 414 George St. N.
Free Caricatures by artist Jason Wilkins
3 – 6 pm
Natas Café, 376 George St. N.
Country Music Artist Dean James
5 – 8 pm
Champs Sports Bar patio, 203 Simcoe St. (Charlotte Mews)
Danny Bronson: Gordon Lightfoot Tribute
5 – 8 pm
The Brickhouse Craft Burger Grill patio, 123 Simcoe St.
Rob Phillips Jazz Trio
5 – 8 pm
Kettle Drums patio, 224 Hunter St. W.
Sean Conway
8 – 11 pm
The Garnet, 231 Hunter St. W.
Acoustic Rock Duo Travis Berlenbach and Josh Gontier
6 – 9 pm
Riley’s Pub rooftop patio, 251 George St. N.
Blues and R&B with Bobby Watson
7 – 10 pm
Historic Red Dog patio, 189 Hunter St. W.
Bring Your Can-Con (Canadian Music Contest), Hosted by The Wire Megazine
4 – 9 pm
Dr. J’s BBQ & Brews, 282 Aylmer St. N.
Interactive Art Experience
6 – 9 pm
Gallery In The Attic, 140 Hunter St. W., 3rd floor
Mike Graham Gypsy Jazz Trio
7 – 10 pm
The Lounge by Lignum, 442 George St. N.
Citiot’s Improv – Comedy Troupe (adults only)
7 – 9 pm
Catalina’s, 131 Hunter St. W.
Elements – Live Fire & Circus Show
7:30 – 9 pm
Millennium Park fountain area, 1 King St.
Canadian-Themed Event
All Day
Hunter Street Books, 164 Hunter St. W
Oldies with the Rick & Gailie Band
5 – 8 pm
The Blackhorse Pub, 452 George St. N.
Friday, June 30 – The Bash 150
Event
Time
Location
Electric City Culture Council (EC3) & Artspace present “New Visions/Old Land” – a Media Arts Exhibition
10 am – 4 pm
Peterborough Square Courtyard, Water and Charlotte streets
Live and Local Lunches with Catfish Willie & Washboard Hank
12 – 1 pm
Peterborough Square Courtyard, Water and Charlotte streets
Colouring Contest hosted by Peterborough Public Library
3 – 6 pm
Peterborough Square front entrance, 340 George St. N.
Tim Holland – The Puppet Tamer
3 – 3:30 pm 4 – 4:30 pm 5 – 5:30 pm
Peterborough Square front entrance, 340 George St. N.
Free Canadian-Themed Face Painting from Faces By 2
4 – 8 pm
Millennium Park, 1 King St.
The Paddling Puppeteers
5:30 – 6 pm
Millennium Park, 1 King St.
J’s Magic – Children’s Magic Show
6:30 – 7 pm
Millennium Park, 1 King St.
Ben van Veen Summer Family Film Series – children’s movie in the park
Dusk
Millennium Park, 1 King St.
Friday, June 30 – The Bash 150 Street Dance
Washboard Hank
4 – 5 pm
Hunter St. W.
Mayhemingways
5:15 – 6 pm
Hunter St. W.
Rick Fines
6:15 – 7 pm
Hunter St. W.
Melissa Payne
7:15 – 8 pm
Hunter St. W.
The Rocket Revue – Featuring Jerome Godboo and Beau Dixon
Toronto's Kingdom of Birds, a band of school-aged kids who the Globe and Mail call "a remarkable band made up of remarkably young musicians", are performing at The Arlington in Maynooth with Brighid Fry on Friday, March 31 (photo: Kingdom of Birds)
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, March 30 to Wednesday, April 5.
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.
Closing temporarily for renovations on Monday, April 3
The Lounge by Lignum
442 George St. N., Peterborough
(705) 775-9463
Friday, March 31
7pm - Frederico Pontani & Pete Woolidge
McThirsty's Pint
166 Charlotte St., Peterborough
(705) 743-2220
Thursdays
10pm - Jan Schoute
Fridays
10pm - Brian Haddlesey
Saturdays
10pm - Brian Haddlesey
Mondays
10pm - Trivia Night
Tuesdays
9pm - Topper Tuesdays w/ DJ Jake Topper
Wednesdays
9pm - Cody Watkins
The Mill Restaurant and Pub
990 Ontario St., Cobourg
(905) 377-8177
Thursday, March 30
7pm - Bridget Foley & Mike Graham
Coming Soon
Thursday, April 6 7pm - Don Owen Band
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
Pig's Ear Tavern
144 Brock St., Peterborough
(705) 745-7255
Thursdays
9pm - Open stage
Saturday, April 1
8pm - Severed Feathers w/ Knifehammer
Mondays
Pool Night
Tuesdays
Music night w/ DJ Johnny Punter
Wednesdays
Humpday Karaoinke
Coming Soon
Saturday, April 8 9pm - The Ireland Brothers w/ Kate LeDeuce
Saturday, April 15 1:30-5:30pm - Final PMBA Deluxe Blues Jam at The Piggy hosted by Rezonator (by donation) ; 9pm - Mokomokai, Little Foot Long Foot, Hellbros, Garbageface ($3)
Saturday, April 22 Last Night of The Piggy
Puck' N Pint Sports Pub
871 Chemong Rd., Peterborough
(705) 741-1078
Fridays
Live music
Tuesdays
Live music
Red Dog Tavern
189 Hunter St. W., Peterborough
(705) 741-6400
Friday, March 31
9pm - Rainbow Romp w/ DJ Mike Lee ($5 before 10pm, $10 after 10pm)
Friday, May 12 5:30pm - Peterborough Live Music Festival Acoustic Jam w/ Nathan Bottomley, The Templars (all ages, $5 or $15 for weekend pass, in advance at www.ticketscene.ca/events/17190/)
379 George Street K9H 3R2, Peterborough
(705) 749-9315
Wednesdays
10pm - Wednesday House Party
Southside Pizzeria
25 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough
(705) 748-6120
Fridays
9am-12pm - Open mic ($2); 8pm - Karaoke
Tuesdays
9am-12pm - Open mic (free); 8pm - Karaoke
The Spill
414 George St., Peterborough
(705) 748-6167
Thursday, March 30
8pm - The Famines, Sun RaRaRa, garbageface, Deathsticks, Century Palm ($10 or PWYC)
Friday, March 31
8:30pm - Excuses Excuses, Sonorous, Two Year Plan, The Ramblers ($5)
Saturday, April 1
3-6pm - Dance for Kawartha Lakes Animal Wellness Society (KLAWS) ft Max Mouse and the Gorillas (admission by donation); 7pm - Downturns and River Groves w/ Sonorous and Stunspore ($5)
Coming Soon
Thursday, April 6 9pm - DJ No Guilty Pleasures and DJ Molly Millions
Friday, April 7 10pm - Nick Ferrio, Klarka Weinwurm, Prime Junk
Saturday, April 8 3-6pm - Musicians Gear Swap
The Trend
110 London St., Peterborough
(705) 750-1265
Coming Soon
Thursday, April 6 7-10pm - Mysterious Entity Theatre Script Club
The Venue
286 George Street North, Peterborough
(705) 876-0008
Saturday, April 1
5-10pm - Kawartha Combat & Muay Thai Ontario present Spring in the Ring ($25 in advance, $35 at door)
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