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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.
When Peterborough resident Ashley Webster was facing mental health challenges following an ADHD diagnosis at 36 years old, she turned to gardening as her therapy. Now with the launch of her business Braidwood Blooms, Webster is using social media to share tips for beginner gardening while also sharing stories about mental health. She has also launched an online store with products aimed to support individual mental health while donating to mental health initiatives in the community. Braidwood Blooms will be selling cut flowers in the spring and summer of 2024. (Photo courtesy of Ashley Webster)

Mental health care is at the forefront of Peterborough’s Braidwood Blooms

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Owner Ashley Webster has combined her passion for gardening with the goal to create conversation and community support around mental health.
The second annual Cancer Takedown fundraiser, hosted by Linda Kash and Megan Murphy, takes place on November 9, 2023 at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre in downtown Peterborough. The intimate and uplifting evening features live music, surprises, and stories shared by those touched by cancer. All proceeds from the event will support cancer care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre. (Supplied graphic)

November’s ‘Cancer Takedown’ at Peterborough’s Market Hall is a spirit-raiser for anyone touched by...

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Linda Kash and Megan Murphy are hosting November 9 event to raise funds for cancer care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre.
Peterborough multidisciplinary artist Kate Story is bringing her one-person show "Anxiety" back to the stage for one night at The Theatre on King in downtown Peterborough on October 29, 2023. The performance will be broadcast live to air on Trent Radio at 92.7 CFFF FM to kick off the Radio from the Stage initiative. Story debuted the production at the theatre last year and recently performed it at the Festival for New Dance in her hometown of St. John's, Newfoundland. (Photo: Andy Carroll)

For Peterborough multidisciplinary artist Kate Story, home is where the art is

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Under her new title as executive director of The Theatre on King, the artist is performing her one-person show 'Anxiety' for Trent Radio's Radio from the Stage on October 29.
David Geene as Paradiso Inn owner Andre and Laine Williams as Jillian, one half of an urban couple who decide to stay at the northern Ontario inn which isn't exactly as advertised. Written by Peterborough's own Hugh MacMillan, "Paradiso Inn" will premiere on the Peterborough Theatre Guild stage from November 3 to 18, 2023. (Photo: John Gearin)

Peterborough Theatre Guild premieres ‘Paradiso Inn’ by Peterborough playwright Hugh MacMillan in November

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Inspirational comedy about second chances found at a run-down inn in northern Ontario runs from November 3 to 18.
Peterborough-based Living Local Marketplace has launched its holiday corporate gift guide for businesses and organizations considering special gifts for clients and colleagues that also support local artisans and small businesses. Owner Alicia Doris also works directly with corporate customers to curate gift packages based on their own ideas or specific preferences. (Photo courtesy of Living Local Marketplace)

Living Local Marketplace makes it easy for corporate customers to give unique gifts that...

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Alicia Doris's award-winning Peterborough boutique has launched its annual holiday gift guide to inspire gifts for clients and colleagues.
Peterborough resident Jane Bischoff is the organizer of the parent-led organization Girl Power, comprised of parents looking to provide a safe and supportive living environment for their adult daughters living with a development disability, including Jane's own daughter Jenny who lives with moderate autism. As an alternative option to in-home care or living in mixed group homes, which Jane believes poses a threat to the women's safety, Girl Power aims to provide a home in Peterborough for the seven women to live together with on-site care from staff and support assistants. (Photo courtesy of Jane Bischoff)

‘Girl Power’ project aims to create a safe living environment for Peterborough-area adult women...

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Still in its early stages, a group of parents led by Peterborough resident Jane Bischoff is seeking members for their board of directors
Sally Chivers, professor of Gender & Social Justice and English Literature at Trent University, at Trent Aging 2019, a four-day international conference on critical aging studies held at Trent University. Chivers is releasing season two of her podcast "Wrinkle Radio," in which she shares her decades of research on aging to a broader public audience. Season two will cover topics like wrinkles, music in aging, and dementia, and will be included in the Amplify Podcast Network's inaugural cohort of scholarly podcasts. (Photo: Michael Hurcomb)

‘Wrinkle Radio’ by Trent University’s Sally Chivers is changing the conversation around aging

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Season two of the award-winning professor's podcast will explore topics like the role of music in aging, the future of nursing home care ... and wrinkles.
Peterborough artist Silvia Ferreri started painting murals more than 30 years ago when she was inspired to paint the 54-foot wall in her then-new downtown store Pensieri Shoes. Since then, she has painted everything from ceilings and floors to doors and chairs and has sold her work through shows, galleries, and in her own open house. After years dedicated to running her business and raising her family, the artist is now focusing on her artwork and has plans to host more open houses, open her own studio space, and develop a website. (Photo courtesy of Silvia Ferreri)

Peterborough’s Silvia Ferreri is finally focusing on her art after over 30 years dedicated...

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62-year-old muralist, painter, illustrator, and former business owner plans to open her own studio space and gallery.
When comedian Jennine Profeta moved to Ontario from Winnipeg to study improv, she didn't think she had much of a talent for it. But she was determined. After years spent touring with Second City and other select theatres, writing for CBC, and appearing on television and in film, Profeta now live and works out of Bobcaygeon, where she leads theatre and improv classes for beginner performers of all ages and is an active community member. (Photo: Julie Card / mycollingwood.ca)

Bobcaygeon-based comedian Jennine Profeta is helping others find their comedic voice

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From Bobcaygeon to Peterborough and Buckhorn, the performer, writer, and facilitator is nurturing a community of theatre.
After one decade conducting the Northumberland Orchestra and Choir, John Kraus will be stepping down as music director following the "Young Artists in Concert" show on November 4, 2023 at Trinity United Church in Cobourg. (Photo courtesy of Northumberland Orchestra and Choir)

John Kraus ends decade-long career as head director of the Northumberland Orchestra and Choir

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'Young Artists in Concert' on November 4 at the Trinity United Church in Cobourg will be the award-winning Peterborough conductor's final concert.
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