COMMUNITY LISTINGS
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17
SWIMATHON: The 31st Annual Rotary Carl Oake Swimathon, in support of Easter Seals and Peterborough Rotary Club projects, runs from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Peterborough YMCA on Aylmer Street.
GAME JAM: PTBO Game Jam 02 returns, hosted at the Kawartha Trades and Technology Centre at Fleming College's Sutherland Campus, 599 Brealey Dr. A showcase of the talent of local game developers. Runs from 6 to 8 p.m. and continues Saturday and Sunday. Free. ptbogamejam.com.
MUSEUM: Arresting Images, exhibit of mug shots from the Ontario Provincial Police Museum in Orillia, continues until March 26. The museum is located on Hunter St. E. atop Armour Hill. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and some holidays. Admission by donation.
ART: The Kawartha Artists Gallery and Studio presents Petals and Pitchers, a floral and still life art show and sale. Runs until March 12 at 420 O'Connell Rd. Opening reception Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m., with refreshments served. The gallery is open Wednesdays to Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Thursday from 1 to 7 p.m. Admission is free. 705-741-2817. www. kawarthaartists.org.
ART: The Kawartha Arts Network's presents Eastern Art Through Western I's, an exhibit of Chinese brush painting by local artists Richard Sauve and Bruce Young. Both have been practioners, in this medium, for a substantial period of time, yet each one offers his own perspective; their pieces are unique. Opening reception Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. Runs Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until March 11 at 41 Kent Street W., 2nd floor, Lindsay. Free. kawarthaarts.ca.
MAPLERIDGE: Friday night meals, 4:30 p.m., $7. Main course, dessert, coffee, tea or coffee and games, including bid euchre, bingo, Mexican train or horseracing. Everyone welcome.
EUCHRE: 12:15 there is Bid Euchre in the Legion banquet hall. Everyone is welcome. 705-745-6361.
TAI CHI: Tai Chi, taught by George Kerr, at Murray Street Baptist Church, 175 Murray St. (use back entrance). Classes for beginner students Fridays at 10 a.m. 705-7500827. LEGION LUNCH: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.. Come out and try one of Homemade dishes from the Legion's in-house cook. $6.50.
AA: Are you concerned about someone's drinking? For more information about Al-Anon or Alcoholics Anonymous call 705745-6111 or 1-888-425-2666, www.al-anon.alateen.on.ca for Peterborough/Bridgenorth Area. Newcomers welcome at all meetings. 8 p.m. Unity Alateen AFG, St. Andrews United Church, 441 Rubidge St. Parking and Entrance off Brock St.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18
HERITAGE DAY: Annual Heritage Day event runs all day at the Buckhorn Community Centre, Lakehurst Road, Buckhorn. Bring your skates for the ice rink or borrow some from the equipment room for free. Music, vendors, food and a baking contest. Vendors include: United Empire Loyalists, Ojibwa First Nation, Hiawatha First Nation, Community Care, Herb's Honey House, Artisanity, Minden Fur Trappers, Recycled Goods by Lyn, Buckhorn and Area Quilters, Aboriginal Archeologist – John Swager, Hand Crafted Wooden Spoons, Ojibwa Bow's for Pro's, Kat's Kitchen, Century Recipes, Basket Weaver/Potte. Outdoor activities include (weather permitting) horse and wagon rides, snow shoeing (snow shoes available) and skating (skates available). Admission: Families $5, adults $2 children $1. For more information contact Ruth at 705-657-7458 or visit www. buckhorncommunitycentre.com
MMA: The Quest MMA card features live MMA and Muay Thai at The Venue, 286 George St. N. Doors open at 6 p.m. and fights start at 7 p.m. and run until about 10 p.m. Tickets on sale at World Championship Martial Arts. $35 for general admission and $55 for VIP seating. 705-749-9056. www. facebook.com/TheQuestmuaythai/
DANCE: The Peterborough Dance Club holds Saturday night dances, with a disc jockey, for singles and couples age 45 and older at the Mapleridge Recreation Centre, 1085 Brealey Dr. Admission $12. 289-927-1260. www. peterboroughdanceclub.com.
FAITH: Ruach Ha Emet Messianic Synagogue Shabbat service, 11 a.m., Activity Haven, with meal at 1 p.m. (please bring a dish if you can). All welcome. Details at 705874-2949, www.ohrlgoyim.com/ peterborough MEN'S CLUB: Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 463 Highland Rd. All welcome for lively conversation followed by a meal. AA: Are you concerned about
someone's drinking? For more information about Al-Anon or Alcoholics Anonymous call 705745-6111 or 1-888-425-2666, www.al-anon.alateen.on.ca for Peterborough/Bridgenorth Area. Newcomers welcome at all meetings. 8 p.m. Shamrock AFG, United Church,, 832 Charles St., Bridgenorth (Front Door) NITAAWE CULTURE AND
LANGUAGE PROGRAM: Every Saturday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Niijkiwendidaa, 1097 Water St. N. For further information call 705741-0900.
MARKET: Peterborough Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Morrow Building at Roger Neilson Way, just south of the intersection of Lansdowne Street and George Street. www. peterboroughfarmersmarket.com. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 QUAKERS: Religious Society of Friends meets, 11 a.m. Hobbes Library, Sadleir House. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FAMILY DAY: Double-check regularly scheduled events
COVENTRY SINGERS: Are you looking for a choir to join? Ladies singing group who sing many different kinds of music. St. Giles Presbyterian Church, Park St. S. on Monday evenings at 6:30 pm. HULA HOOP WITH BASIA: Recreational fitness hooping classes led by Basia Baklinski, the Hoop Lady from the Farmers' Market. Classes held at the Jewish Community Centre, 775 Weller St. every Monday 6:00 - 7:00 pm. No experience required, equipment provided. For inquiries and registration contact Basia at 705-927-4576 or basiabaklinski@hotmail.com. MUSIC: The Aces of Harmony, a 4 part a cappella men's chorus, is inviting all men between the ages of 14 and 88 to join them in song every Monday evening from 7:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. at Northminster Church, 300 Sunset Blvd. Peterborough. For more info www.acesofharmony.com MCDONNEL ST. ACTIVITY CENTRE: serves lunch every Monday and Thursday at 11:30. Includes soup or sandwich for $2.50 and dessert for $1 to $2. The Centre is located at 577 McDonnel St. For more information, please call 705-874-1301.
SENIORS: Whitlaw Mariners Seniors Club, located at McDonnel St. Activity Centre, has cribbage and euchre is played at 1 p.m. For those unfamiliar with bid euchre, lessons will be offered on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. until June 27. Lunch is served every Monday at 11:30 a.m. and includes soup or sandwich for $2.50 and desserts for $1 to $2.