The Peterborough Examiner

COMMUNITY LISTINGS

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 MARKET: The Peterborou­gh Downtown Farmers Market runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Louis Street parking lot.

MUSIC: Peterborou­gh Lift Lock Band performs at the Lift Lock (weather permitting) for boaters, golfers and visitors. (not in the rain). 9:30-11:30 a.m.

MUSEUM: Made in Canada – Really!, a look at the industries and businesses of the past in Peterborou­gh and those that remain, exhibit runs until Oct. 1. Made possible by the Community Fund for Canada's 150th, a collaborat­ion between the Community Foundation of Greater Peterborou­gh, Community Foundation­s of Canada and the federal government. 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.

SCOTTISH TEA: Daily except Mondays until Labour Day, Scottish Teas will be available from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Hutchison House museum, 270 Brock St. Served on the terrace in the period garden, includes fresh baked scones, preserves, whipped cream, oatcakes, and tea, lemonade, or ice tea. Compliment­ary tours of the 1840s restored stone house are included with the teas. The cost for tea is $10 for adults and youth, $5 for children under 10. 705-743-9710. www.hutchisonh­ouse.ca.

CRUISE NIGHT: Lions Park, Warsaw. Classic cars, live music and prizes. Admission by donation, with proceeds going to Lions programs. Gates open at 5 p.m.

MUSIC: A cappella country group Home Free performs at the Peterborou­gh Musicfest free outdoor concert series at 8 p.m. at Del Crary Park. Bring a lawn chair.

MUSIC: Peterborou­gh Lift Lock Band performs at Lift Lock (weather permitting) for boaters, golfers and visitors. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. THEATRE: Globus Theatre presents the world premiere of the dinner theatre experience Raising the Barn by James Barrett and Sarah Quick, a production featuring food, zany characters, comedy, music, mystery. Runs Wednesday to Saturday at 6 p.m., with a matinee Saturday at noon. Continues July 21 to Aug. 4 at 6 p.m., with a matinee Aug. 3 at noon. Tickets $65.50. At 2300 Pigeon Lake Rd., Bobcaygeon. 705-738-2037. www. globusthea­tre.com. LIFE AFTER STROKE: Peterborou­gh peer support group meets from 1 until 3:30 p.m. at Northminst­er United Church, 300 Sunset Blvd. Survivors and caregivers welcome. Wheelchair accessible, but please arrive 15 minutes early for elevator access. Survivors and caregivers welcome. Light refreshmen­ts provided. For more informatio­n contact Sandy at 705-760-2581 or visit www. LifeAfterS­trokePeter­borough.org.

MUSIC: Liftlock Bands Summer Band Camp for brass and woodwind players (and drummers), Wednesday mornings, July and August 9:30 am to noon Sherbrooke Alliance Church between Crestwood and the water tower (occasional road trips). Bring your instrument and a music stand. Pay as you play. $5 per session. www.liftlockba­nds.ca

QUIET ZONE: At Murray St. Baptist Church, 175 Murray St. Sanctuary is open from noon to 1 p.m. for a time of quiet. Eat your lunch or meditate away from the hustle and bustle.

MAPLERIDGE: Table Tennis, 10 a.m. ACTIVITY HAVEN: Lunches are held every Wednesday, $6.

LEGION LUNCH: 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.. Come out and try homemade dishes from the Legion's in-house cook. $7.

INTRO TO IMPROV: Wednesdays from 7 until 8:30 p.m. at Sadleir House, 751 George St. N., (Hobbs Library). Drop in class. Adults $10, Students $5. Wheelchair accessible.

YOGA: Float and Flow Yoga, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd. Registered yoga teacher Melissa Nagy, who is also the museum's retail and visitor services manager, leads participan­ts in a class that is suitable for all levels. 705-748-9153 or visit www.canoemuseu­m.ca.

SENIORS: Whitlaw Mariners Seniors Club, located at McDonnel St. Activity Centre, has darts and/ or line dancing at 1 p.m.

AL-ANON: Are you concerned about someone's drinking? For more informatio­n about Al-Anon or Alcoholics Anonymous call 705-745-6111 or 1-888-4252666, www.al-anon.alateen.on.ca for Peterborou­gh/Bridgenort­h Area Newcomers welcome at all meetings. 8 p.m. Stone School AFG, St. Barnabas Church, Hilliard St. & Marina Blvd.; 8 p.m. 12 and 12 Study AFG, Westmount Bible Chapel, 1150 Clonsilla at Ford St. GRANDMOTHE­R’S LUNCHEON: Lunch and talking circle every Wednesday at Niijkiwend­idaa 1097 Water St. N. For further informatio­n contact head grandmothe­r Linda Richardson at 705-743-7963.

MAPLERIDGE: Wednesday lunches, 11:00 - 12:30 pm, $7. 1085 Brealey Drive, 705-742-1481, www. mapleridge­seniors.com MCDONNEL STREET ACTIVITY CENTRE: Euchre and cribbage Mondays at 1 p.m., shuffleboa­rd Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., bridge Tuesdays at 1 p.m., bid euchre Tuesdays at 7 pm., darts Wednesdays at 1 .pm., darts and bid euchre Thursdays at 1 p.m. All. at McDonnel Street Activity Centre, 577 McDonnel St.

EUCHRE: At Lakefield Golden Years Club, 275 Queen Street, Lakefield. Starts at 1 p.m. Cost is $5 includes snacks and prizes.

STORY TIME: Family friendly story time, Wednesdays at the Trent Lakes Public Library in Buckhorn from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. Informatio­n can be obtained at 705-657-3695. ENNISMORE SENIORS: Wednesday 10 a.m - Clogging, 2 p.m - Darts 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.

KNITTING: Knitters Circle& Casual Crafts - Douro - Dummer Public Library - Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The library has lots of knitting and craft books.

TAI CHI CLASSES: every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Christ Church Anglican, Omemee. No experience is necessary, all are welcome. 705-750-0827.

BINGO: Every Wednesday at the Otonabee-South Monaghan Community Centre, 7 p.m., smokefree environmen­t, sponsored by the Keene Lions Club. 705-295-6664.

COMPUTER CLASSES: The Trent Lakes Main Branch Library in Buckhorn is offering computer classes for seniors on Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m.

TAI CHI: Ennismore library, lower level, 10 a.m.-noon. THURSDAY, JULY 27 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, Aylmer St. Contact: friendsinm­usic.ca or via Facebook.

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. BID EUCHRE: Lakefield Golden Years Centre, 275 Queen St. 1 p.m., $3 includes snacks and prizes.

EUCHRE: Lakefield Golden Years Centre, 275 Queen St. 7 p.m., $5 includes snacks and prizes.

SAD FEST: Music festival at Sadleir House, 751 George St N., Thursday and Friday from 5 until 10 or 11 p.m. Includes lots of local and out of town talent. Also check out Sadleir House and how the space is used. $15 for a two-day pass or $10 a day. Donations are welcome; no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Tickets available at Sadleir House or by calling 705-313-5464. 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. At 577 McDonnel St.

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