Roller derby season opener to benefit animal shelter

Peterborough Area Roller Derby’s season opener – The Pivot of Oz – on May 27 in Douro will put a little extra love in the lives of animals currently living at the Peterborough Humane Society shelter.

Normal ticket prices for the double header are $15 per person at the door with children under 10 admitted free, but on May 27, fans can save $2 off their admission with a donation to the shelter, according to a press release from PARD.

The Peterborough Humane Society is looking for donations of non-clumping cat litter, unopened Royal Canin wet cat and kitten food, leashes, collars, gently used clean linens, dish soap and kitten formula, among other items. Cash donations are also welcomed. Visit peterboroughhumanesociety.ca for more information, or to find out about kittens available for adoption. Visit www.facebook. com/PtboAreaRD/ for updates and a detailed wish list of urgent shelter needs.

The Pivot of Oz happens at the Douro Community Centre at 2893 Highway 28. Doors open at 4 p.m. with full contact games starting at 5 and 7 p.m. Games feature Toronto Men’s Roller Derby’s Toronto Outrage versus a surprise rival team and PARD’s Riverside Riot Squad versus GTARollergirls’s Derby Debutantes in the later game.

There will be a variety of items from local vendors, league merchandise and snacks available for purchase and some fun family friendly games and entertainment at half-time. There is no ATM on site, so bring cash, states the release.

PARD is always looking for new skaters and skating referees, with opportunities for both men and women. The next Fresh Meat intake starts in mid-September and will cater to both absolute beginner skaters and to those who already have strong quad roller skating skills.

NOTE: For more information or to sign up or for volunteer or sponsorship opportunities visit www.pard-rollerderby.com.