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Megan Gallant
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Megan Gallant is an adventure lover who holds an M.A. in Critical and Creative Writing from the University of Gloucestershire. Her favourite place to be is near the water and between the pines in her worn-out hammock, reading true crime, drinking coffee, and cuddling her adorable goldendoodle.
GreenUP volunteers participate in Restoration Wednesday, a series of events that invites individuals to learn about a variety of ecological restoration topics. For more than 30 years, GreenUP has been encouraging Peterborough-area residents to take local climate action through a number of hands-on programming and nature-based learning opportunities. The non-profit charitable organization is hosting an Earth Day Open House on April 22, 2026 from 4 to 6 p.m., inviting community members to drop in and connect with GreenUP staff, learn about programming, and get involved. (Photo: GreenUP)

GreenUP invites Peterborough to celebrate and shape climate action efforts with Earth Day open...

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Community members can learn more about the non-profit environmental organization's programming and future plans at April 22 event.
Jared Nathan and Blair "TheHandy" Williams, both Toronto comedians living with disability, are the founders of Disability Privilege Productions, which aims to make comedy more accessible and inclusive. The company is bringing its "Laughs Without Limits" stand-up comedy show to The Theatre on King in downtown Peterborough on April 25, 2026. Hosted by Blair and headlined by Jared, the show will also feature comedians Tia Percy and Todd Blenkhorn. (Photo courtesy of Disability Privilege Productions)

Disability Privilege Productions brings inclusive stand-up comedy to Peterborough with ‘Laughs Without Limits’

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April 25 stand-up comedy show at The Theatre on King will be hosted by Blair 'TheHandy' Williams and headlined by Jared Nathan with Tia Percy and Todd Blenkhorn.
Local performers and New Stages Theatre veterans Kerry Griffin, Megan Murphy, Kate Suhr, and Linda Kash star in a staged reading of Jane Cooper Ford's comedy "Paul and Linda Plan a Threesome" on May 2 and 3, 2026 at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough. Directed by Mark Wallace, the hilarious and heartfelt comedy tells the story of a serious and successful couple who decided to spice up their marriage. (kawarthaNOW collage of supplied photos)

Peterborough talent to star in New Stages Theatre’s hilarious and heartfelt ‘Paul and Linda...

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Kerry Griffin, Megan Murphy, Kate Suhr, and Linda Kash perform a staged reading of Jane Cooper Ford's hit play on May 2 and 3 at the Market Hall.
Alicia Doris and Sam Turner stand in the new Living Local Marketplace storefront, which has permanently relocated to Horlings Garden Centre in Selwyn. Doris, who founded Living Local Marketplace with the mission to support local and regional artisans and small businesses, says the move is the response to positive community feedback following the store's temporary pop-up at Horlings during the holidays. Horlings co-owner Turner says the move also benefits the garden centre by bringing in more customers for its services. (Photo: Kayla LeFranc)

Know Your Locals: Living Local Marketplace opens new permanent home at Horlings Garden Centre...

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Owners Alicia Doris and Sam Turner continued their partnership in response to community feedback following a successful holiday pop-up shop.
Millbrook Orchards is an organic family farm in Cavan Monaghan Township specializing in certified organic haskaps, which produce a fruit described as a sweet and tangy blend of blueberries and raspberries. The farm also grows strawberries and other fruits and vegetables which it sells through an on-site market and at the Millbrook Farmers' Market. By getting involved in the Kawartha Local Food Wholesale program supported by Peterborough County, Millbrook Orchards will strengthen their connection with wholesale buyers of their products. (Photo courtesy of Millbrook Orchards)

The Local Advantage with Peterborough County: Millbrook Orchards is one of only a few...

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The Cavan Monaghan farm aims to bring the tasty fruit, also known as honeyberries, to more local restaurants through the Kawartha Local Food Wholesale program.
From April 18 to June 28, 2026, the Art Gallery of Peterborough will present Cavan artist JoEllen Brydon's multi-media exhibition "Elizabeth Thompson Advises" featuring letters written by her mother Jean Armstrong Brydon when she was a pseudonymous advice columnist for The Globe and Mail from 1966 and 1978. JoEllen has created paintings to depict some of the stories and is bringing them to life through audio recordings and short films. An opening reception is being held on Saturday, April 18 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Photo courtesy of Art Gallery of Peterborough)

JoEllen Brydon explores her late mother’s work as an advice columnist in Art Gallery...

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Vibrant paintings and multimedia installations make up Cavan-based artist's 'Elizabeth Thompson Advises' from April 18 to June 28.
Over 100 acres of land behind Viamede Resort in North Kawartha Township has been added to the Canadian Protected and Conserved Areas Database. Owner Ben Samann worked in partnership with the Ontario Conservation Accelerator to get the property designated as an Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measure (OECM), which recognizes lands and waters that are managed in ways that achieve the conservation of biodiversity, but are not protected areas or parks. (Photo courtesy of Viamede Resort)

Forest at Viamede Resort in Woodview gains federal recognition for biodiversity conservation

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100-acre North Kawartha property owned by Ben Samann designated as OECM, highlighting role of private lands in protecting ecosystems.
The new Peterborough dance studio PTBO Ballroom is not only teaching participants how to enjoy the benefits of ballroom and Latin dance but is also building a community around it. Founded by Courtney Carter, the studio leads private wedding dance lessons, as well as drop-in, series, and pop-up classes and events in a range of styles including salsa, bachata, merengue, swing, hustle, and more. (Photo: Mackenzie Everson Photography)

More than a dance studio, PTBO Ballroom brings community dance socials to Peterborough

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Founder and dance instructor Courtney Carter explores why more and more people are showing interest in ballroom and Latin dance.
Coinciding with Earth Week 2026, The Friends of Jackson Park will be hosting a cleanup in Jackson Park from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, one of several events taking place across Peterborough and the Kawarthas on or around Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22. This year's Earth Day theme is "Our Power, Our Planet," reminding individuals that environmental stewardship is sustained by individuals and communities who take small steps every day. (Photo: Friends of Jackson Park)

Earth Week 2026 events in Peterborough and the greater Kawarthas region

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Volunteer groups and municipalities are leading events that share knowledge, clean up local parks and neighbourhoods, and celebrate the planet.
Tourism-related busineses based in and around Peterborough County are invited to Kollab in The Kawarthas, a full-day interactive event designed to encourage partnerships that will grow businesses and promote The Kawarthas as a tourist destination. Held during National Tourism Week on April 21, 2026 at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene, the event will include a keynote speaker, panel discussions, interactive activities, tools and resources, and a speed networking session. (Photo: The Kawarthas Tourism)

Know Your Locals: Peterborough County hosting a day of collaboration and connection for local...

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'Kollab in The Kawarthas' on April 21 at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene features a keynote speaker, panel discussions, interactive activities, and speed networking.
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