COMMUNITY LISTINGS
THURSDAY, APRIL 20
MUSEUM: A Matter of Ownership: First Nations Objects in the PMA Collections exhibition runs until June 25. The exhibition examines the role and responsibilities of the PMA as a steward of First Nations collections and questions whether these objects should remain in the collection. This exhibition features objects from the PMA's permanent collection - many of which were originally collected and donated to Peterborough's Victoria Museum (which opened in 1897). At 300 Hunter St. E., Museum Drive, on top of 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 Spark at KAGS, a photography show also featuring related works of art inspired by photography in participation with the SPARK Photo Festival. Runs until May 4. The gallery is open Wednesdays to Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 1 to 7 p.m.. Admission is free. At 420 O'Connell Rd. 705-741-2817. www. kawarthaartists.org.
INCOME TAX: Volunteers doing free income tax results from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3:30 p.m. on a first come, first served basis in the lower level of Peterborough Square. Individuals with $30,000 or less income or families with $40,000 or less income qualify. Bring all T4, T5, RC62 and T2202 slips plus rent or property tax info.
HISTORY: Canada and the American Civil War, with author John Boyko's tales of how various real life characters, both well-known and unknown, helped forge a nation under imminent threat of invasion in the 1860s. From 7 to 9 p.m. at the Highland Park Centre, 2510 Bensfort Rd. The event is followed by Trent Valley Archives annual general meeting. 705-745-4404. www. trentvalleyarchives.com.
ACTIVITY HAVEN: Womens Club Dinner, 5 p.m. In Room 5. $12. Menu: Beef pot roast, roasted potatoes, peas, coleslaw, apple crisp, coffee and tea! Entertainment: Fashion Show hosted by The Stonehouse. Open to the community! 705 876-1670
MUSIC: Friends in Music, a Community Band for all ages,ability levels, and instruments including strings, meets weekly Thursdays 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Long and McQuade, Alymer St. Contact: friendsinmusic.ca or via Facebook.
OSTEOPOROSIS: Osteoporosis information meeting at 1 p.m. at Activity Haven, 180 Barnardo Ave. Topic: Unbreakable: A Woman's Triumph over Osteoporosis. Speaker: Christine Thomas. Call Cathy Pearcy, education coordinator, Osteoporosis Canada, Peterborough Chapter, at 705-7402776. TAI CHI: Tai Chi, taught by George Kerr, at Murray Street Baptist Church, 175 Murray St. (use back entrance). Classes for beginner students Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. 705750-0827.
DANCE: Cobourg Swing and Lindy Hop held at Catalina's Barbeside Vintage, 131 Hunter St. W. $10 per class, pay as you go. No experience required, no partner necessary. Beginners 7-8 pm, intermediate 8:30-9:30 pm. www.dancewithme. ca. SENIORS: Whitlaw Mariners Seniors Club, located at McDonnel St. Activity Centre, has bid euchre and darts at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and includes soup or sandwich for $2.50 and desserts for $1 to $2. 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.
LEGION LUNCH: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.. Come out and try homemade dishes from the Legion's in-house cook. $7. LINE DANCING: At NuBodies Fitness. Call 705-743-4994.
EUCHRE: Progressive euchre in St. Martin of Tours Parish Hall at 513 Ennis Road, Ennismore, hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Entrance to Parish Hall is at rear of church. Admittance is $5 which includes prizes, 50/50 draw and refreshments. Start time is 7:30 p.m. every Thursday. New players
are welcome.
SCRABBLE: Golden Years Club, Lakefield, 275 Queen St., 1 p.m. $20 annual membership. New players welcome. 705-652-0202 for more information (leave a message).
OSM FOOD CUPBOARD: Noon-2 p.m., 4 – 6 p.m., at Keene United Church KNITTING: 7-8:30 p.m. Knit and Purl Club, Keene United Church. Call 295-6156. COMPUTER LESSONS: Computer Lessons every Thursday at the Keene Library from 1 to 2 p.m. Each lesson is $5. Please call ahead to reserve your spot 705-295-6814. KNITTING: Knitters Circle & Casual Crafts - Douro - Dummer Public Library -10:30 a.m. till noon. The library has lots of knitting and craft books. STORY AND SONG: DouroDummer Public Library from – 9:30 until 11 am on Thursdays – Sign up and Registration fee $2 per month.
OMEMEE: The Community Care balanced fitness programme, 9:45 a.m.- 10:45 a.m. at Trinity United Church. For further information call 705-324-5085.
ENNISMORE SENIORS: Thursday 9:30 a.m - Linedancing, 1 p.m Euchre Mixed, Memberships are only $15 per year with a $1 user fee for each activity you participate in. For more info just drop in to any activity or call 705-292-8101. Next to the fire hall on Tara Rd.
WALKING: Friends of Ferris Weekly Guided Walking Group meets at 9 a.m. at the Suspension Bridge in Ferris Park. Call Carol at 705-6320724. EUCHRE: At Lakefield Golden Years Club, 275 Queen St., Lakefield. Starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $5 includes snacks and prizes.
MEN: The Omemee Men's group is held Thursday evenings at Christ Church Anglican. For information call 705-799-2098.
SENIORS: Omemee's Age Friendly Committee meets at Coronation Hall, Feb. 12, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
TAI CHI: 10 a.m.-noon there will Tai Chi at the Buckhorn Community Centre. SENIORS: Community Care of the City of Kawartha Lakes holds an Adult Day programme each Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, Omemee. The programme is offered to frail seniors, and those residents with memory impairment and/or physical disabilities. Call 705-324-7323.
FRIDAY, APRIL 21
INCOME TAX: Volunteers doing free income tax results from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3:30 p.m. on a first come, first served basis at St. John's Church, 88 Queen St., Lakefield. Individuals with $30,000 or less income or families with $40,000 or less income qualify. Bring all T4, T5, RC62 and T2202 slips plus rent or property tax info.
ACTIVITY HAVEN: April Showers Bingo. Canteen opens 5:30 pm, Bingo start 6:30 pm. $15, barbecue hamburgers and more. Tickets available in the office. Open to the community. 705 876-1670
HAM DINNER: Fairview United Church, 6 p.m. Adults $15, children 6-12 $5 and preschoolers are free. For reservations call 705-742-1328. 724 Center Line, Selwyn
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. All 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 homemade dishes from the Legion's in-house cook. $7. 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, APRIL 22 BARBECUE: Morello's Independent Grocer hosts a fundraiser, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. For a local cycling team, The Peterborough Derailleurs, in the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer.
The Ride is a 220 km, 2-day bike ride from Toronto to Niagara Falls to raise money to go towards cancer research at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.
EARTH DAY CLEANUP: Jackson Park and along the Trans Canada Trail as it follows Jackson Creek, 10 a.m.-noon. Bags and gloves will be provided to all participants. Meet at main entrance to Jackson Park (Monaghan and Parkhill). Rain or shine. Call 705-745-5791 or check the website at www.otonabee.com for details.
EARTH DAY CLEANUP: Harold Town Conservation Area, 10 a.m.-noon. Bags and gloves will be provided to all participants. Meet at the main entrance located at 2611 Old Norwood Rd., just east of Peterborough. Rain or shine. Call 705-745-5791 or check the website at www.otonabee.com for details.
MUSIC: The Best of British Pop with the Peterborough Pop Ensemble,7:30 p.m. at Market Hall. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to CMHA HKPR. Tickets online at www.markethall.org or at 705-749-1146. Adults - $23; Students - $13 (prices include service fee). For more information visit www.popensemble.com.
ACTIVITY HAVEN: Big Bucks Tournament. Roast beef dinner, $15. Doors open at 10:30 am. Play starts at 11 am. No beginners. Open to the community. 705 876-1670.