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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.
A lifelong lover of nature and photography, Ennismore resident Linda Kassil is the creative eye behind Kawartha Kaptures Photography. From wildlife to waterscapes and landscapes, Kassil never stops aiming to capture the beauty of the Kawarthas. In addition to her own pieces, she offers services including product, rental property, and custom photo shoots. Pictured is Kassil's photograph "The Happy Place," which she took at Nogies Creek between Buckhorn and Bobcaygeon. (Photo: Linda Kassil / Kawartha Kaptures Photography)

Know Your Locals: Kawartha Kaptures Photography helps customers capture one-of-a-kind memories of their favourite...

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Along with selling her own photos, Ennismore's Linda Kassil offers custom photo shoots and services for local businesses.
For the 11th year, the not-for-profit Kawartha Potters' Guild is hosting "Clay & Play" week-long summer day camps for children ages 7 to 12 years of all skill levels. The camps will run every week from early July until the second week of August, featuring hours of clay work, outdoor exploration, and games and activities. There will also be two higher-intensity camps for teens during the summer. (Photo courtesy of Kawartha Potters' Guild)

Kawartha Potters’ Guild instills a love of ceramics with summer day camps in Peterborough

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Camps are available for kids seven to 12 of all skill levels, with two camps also available for teens ages 12 to 17.
Located south of Bobcaygeon on Pigeon Lake, Gamiing Nature Centre invites visitors to learn from, explore, and connect with nature through events, camps, workshops, and up to seven kilometre of trails across forests and wetlands. The not-for-profit charity is hosting the Summer Solstice Festival for their 25th anniversary on June 22, 2024, complete with games, vendors, a silent auction, and live entertainment. (Photo courtesy of Gamiing Nature Centre)

Gamiing Nature Centre in Kawartha Lakes celebrating 25th anniversary with Summer Solstice Festival

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June 22 event at educational environment centre will include live music, vendors, games, food trucks, and a silent auction.
Peterborough's Tastely Box has launched a months-long fundraiser for Peterborough Regional Health Centre, where up to 40 per cent of in-store purchases will be donated as well as proceeds from limited edition candies available online. To encourage community engagement, the candy shop is also hosting giveaways, contests, and launching new products. (Photo courtesy of Tastely Box)

Tastely Box candy shop hosting fundraiser for Peterborough Regional Health Centre

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Owners Polly and James Laneville are giving back to thank the hospital for the care Polly's late mother received after her cancer diagnosis.
The Haliburton Highlands offers a range of paddling experiences across more than 500 lakes. With both no-portage and backcountry camping sites available, small and quiet lakes, and municipally maintained paddle-in sites, the region has an option for every canoeist, kayaker, and stand-up paddleboarder. (Photo courtesy of Haliburton Highlands Economic Development & Tourism)

The Haliburton Highlands offers more than 500 lakes for your paddling adventure

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Whether you use a canoe, kayak, or SUP, there's something for every paddler, including no-portage camping sites,
Shirley Turner is a real estate agent with EXIT Realty Liftlock Brookerage who, under her brand "Shirl's Your Girl," helps clients buy or sell homes in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Born and raised in Peterborough, she has a deep understanding of the city's neighbourhoods and beyond. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Turner)

Know Your Locals: Shirl’s your Girl when it comes to buying or selling your...

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Born and raised in Peterborough, Shirley Turner of EXIT Realty Liftlock Brokerage has a deep understanding of the community.
Sam Sayer, owner of Sam's Place, has teamed up with long-time employee and manager Owen Walsh to launch a new restaurant and bar in downtown Peterborough. Set to open in early July 2024 at the former Food Forest location on Hunter Street, Love You, Mean It will combine casual and fine dining, serving seasonal share plates and specialty house cocktails. (Photo: Justin Ross)

New downtown eatery Love You, Mean It is a ‘love letter’ to Peterborough

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Owned and operated by Sam Sayer and Owen Walsh, the Hunter Street restaurant and bar will serve a rotating seasonal menu of share plates and house cocktails.
One of the most popular sandwiches served at The Good Baker YPQ is the classic Reuben, made with corn beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and housemade Thousand Island dressing and served with fries. Brad Katz, who first opened The Good Baker at the YMCA building in downtown Peterborough, is hosting a grand opening celebration of his second location at the Peterborough Airport on June 15 and 16, 2024. With mini cupcakes and discounts available, diners can enter a ballot to win passes for local businesses and a free one-hour sightseeing flight. (Photo courtesy of The Good Baker YPQ)

Know Your Locals: The Good Baker YPQ celebrates its grand opening at the Peterborough...

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Brad Katz's second location of his popular eatery, The Good Baker YPQ serves breakfast, lunch, and baked goods with gluten-free options.
Local non-profit organization Wildlife Rescue Nests will have a vendor booth at the Made By Me Market on June 22, 2024 outside the Silver Bean Café in Peterborough's Millennium Park. All proceeds from earrings, bags, stuffies, phone slings, and other crocheted items will be covering the shipping costs and materials associated with providing no-cost crocheted nests to animal rehabilitators across the world. (Photo courtesy of Cheryl Edwards)

Know Your Locals: Made by Me Markets this summer offer handcrafted goods from local...

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Organized by Peterborough maker Cheryl Edwards, first summer market takes place outside the Silver Bean Cafe on June 22 and 23.
Marci and Jonathan Swift and their sons Gavin, Dylan, Emmett, and Caleb run Swift Acres Apiary & Farm in North Kawartha Township along with Marci's mother. The Swift family is welcoming the public to their Apsley farm every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for their new farmstand featuring fresh eggs and honey, cut flowers, seasonal products, and handmade goods from local makers. (Photo: Katie Ellement Photography)

Swift Acres Apiary & Farm in Apsley is turning a family affair into a...

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Marci Swift and her family are hosting a farmstand full of sustainable natural products every Saturday morning.
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