COMMUNITY LISTINGS
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21
MARKET: Peterborough Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m at Morrow Park, Lansdowne Street and George Street. www. peterboroughfarmersmarket.com.
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL: Pumpkin Festival at Buckhorn Berry Farm continues Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather peritting. Featuring barnyard animals, mazes, junior spook barn, haunted forest, obstable courses, bouncy castler, pumpkin bowling and the pumpkin cannon. Tim Holland performs family-friendly shows at 1 and 3 p.m. Admission is $8.50 per person or $30 for a family of four; children under 2 are free.
MUSEUM: Voices from the Engraver exhibit, featuring reproductions of original art, printing plates, tools, rare stamps and money, offering an enriching look into the beauty and intricacy of Canadian stamps and bank notes, on display until Dec. 10. This travelling exhibit comes from the Bank of Canada Museum and was produced in part by the Canadian Museum of History. 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 Out of My Head, a solo art show and sale featuring abstract works from local artist Carol Forbes. The feature piece is Crystal Clang. The show runs until Oct. 22. The opening reception will be held at the gallery on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. 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.
SELWYN LIBRARY: 1 - 4 p.m.: Memoir Workshop with Diane Taylor. Join the author of The Gift of Memoir: Show Up, Open Up, Write for a memoir-writing workshop open to all. Refreshments will be served. Register by phoning the Lakefield Library at 705-652-8623.
ANNIVERSARY: Bridgenorth United Church, 7 p.m., 175th anniversary. A light-hearted look into the church's history. Refreshments will follow.
DINNER: Traditional Indigenous dinner and movie fundraiser. An evening of Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe foods from local Indigenous growers. Dinner will be followed by a 45 minute film called
The Gift and also a short film about the Flint Corn Community Project in Nogojiwanong over the last three years. There will also be a silent auction of Indigenous made items from nearby Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe communities. The fundraiser will benefit the Flint Corn Community Project, which aims to preserve and revitalize Haudenosaunee flint corn as part of traditional indigenous food and culture in the area. From 5:30 to 9 p.m. at 1545 Monaghan Rd, $45. 705-743-7671.
MAPLERIDGE: Mini bucks euchre, 11 a.m. doors open, cards at 12:30 p.m. No beginners. $5 per person, sandwiches and pies available to purchase. The Great Ham Feast will be held on Oct. 28 at the Bridgenorth United Church, located at 832 Charles St. in Bridgenorth.
MUSIC: W.I. Mt. Pleasant Coffee House presents The Quickshifters- a high energy group offering dance music from the 20'S through to 50's. Open stage with Doug Kennedy at 7:30 p.m.- show starts at 8:00p.m. $15 at the door. 2432 Queen Mary Street/ County Rd. 10 Tickets are $15 for adults, or $7 for children 5 to 13 years, and children aged 4 and under get free admission. There will be servings between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door, at the church in advance, and at Bells' Garage in advance. Or call the church at 705 292 9601 to reserve. Takeout will also be available.
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.
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. 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.
COFFEE: The 4C Coffee Club will
be held every Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 10 a.m. at Christ Church Anglican in Omemee. All are welcome.
DANCE: Peterborough English Country Dancers Community Dance and Potluck, St. John's Anglican Church, 99 Brock St. Potluck begins at 6 p.m. and dancing begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 per person, $5 for full time students, and children 12 and under are free. Neither a partner nor experience is necessary; bring soft-soled shoes. 705-745-1630 or visit www.pecd. org. STORYTIME: Youngsters can enjoy story time at the Norwood branch of the Asphodel Norwood Library, 2363 County Rd. 45, every Friday starting at 10 a.m. No appointment or registration needed. Parents or guardians must stay with their children. ENNISMORE SENIORS: Friday 8:30 a.m - Carving & Mens Pool League, 1 p.m. bid 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 705-2928101. Next to the fire hall on Tara Rd. EUCHRE: Lakehurst Hall, 7 p.m. LEGION: Cocktail party, Omemee Legion, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. All are welcome to come out and enjoy snacks,musicand friendship.
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. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22
ANNIVERSARY: Bridgenorth United Church, 10:30 a.m., 175th anniversary Celebration Worship Service will be held with special guests and special music, and with a time for refreshments and mingling following the service.
CURLING: Junior curling has started at the Omemee Curling Centre, James St. every Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m., $5 per game. There is no commitment, come as often as you wish. Bring a pair of clean running shoes and other equipment will be available for use.
TEA: Volunteers of Hutchison House Museum are hosting Victorian Tea, 2:30 p.m. A light lunch of savories, sweets and tea will be served in the historic Keeping Room. Tours of the museum by costumed interpreters are available. Tickets $25 per person and pre-registration is required. For more information or to reserve, call 705-743-9710.
MAPLERIDGE: Lee's Sunday Brunch. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. prepared by Lee Cridland and kitchen crew. $10 in advance or $12 at the door if available.
OPEN HOUSE: Ennismore Curling Club open house from 1 - 3 p.m. Tour the facility and learn what the club has to offer. The club runs an instructional league during the fall for those who have never curled before or want to refresh old skills. There are also competitive, social, daytime and evening leagues, a doubles league, a men's league, ladies league, seniors leagues, evening mixed and a junior league. At 555 Ennis Rd. 705-292-5200. www.ennismorecurlingclub.com
QUAKERS: Religious Society of Friends meets, 11 a.m. Hobbes Library, Sadleir House.
EUCHRE: Progressive euchre every Sunday from 1 to 3:15 p.m. at Delta Bingo, 1019 Clonsilla Ave. $10 entry, $2 for lone hands. Cash prizes for first, second, third and lone hands. In support of the new Peterborough Hospice building Pediatric Room. Optional 50/50. Call Sandra at 705750-8137. MONDAY, OCTOBER 23 COVENTRY SINGERS: Are you looking for achoir to join? Ladies singing group who sing many differentkinds of music. St. Giles Presbyterian Church, Park St. S. on Monday evenings at 6:30 pm.
MUSIC: Aces of Harmony celebrates its 50th anniversary of their Barbershop chorus in Peterborough, by welcoming a new director and continuing its tradition of a cappella singing. All men are welcome to join us any Monday evening, 7:30 pm at Northminster Church, 300 Sunset Blvd. Come and discover the joy and challenge of barbershop singing! phone 705748-4969 Email: max.vandervoet@ sympatico.ca 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
ENNISMORE SENIORS: Monday 9:30 a.m – Balance and Strength, 1 p.m - Knitting, 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.
OUTREACH: The Omemee Outreach is held every Monday beginning at 6:30 p.m. in Coronation Hall. Dinner, music and guest speaker. For further details call Harry at 705-799-7338.
OMEMEE: The Community Care balanced fitness programme is held Mondays and Thursdays, 9:45 a.m.- 10:45 a.m. at Trinity United Church. For further information call 705-324-5085.
TAI CHI: St. Thomas Anglican Church hall, Millbrook, 3-4:30 p.m. All welcome
KIDS: Boys and Girls Club, 6 p.m., Lakehurst Hall.
SENIORS: Community Care of the City of Kawartha Lakes holds an Adult Day program each Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, Omemee. For frail seniors, and those residents with memory impairment and/or physical disabilities. 705324-7323. TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY): is a weight loss group that meets Monday mornings from 9 to 11 a.m. at St. James Church, located at 221 Romaine St. at the corner of Aylmer St. New members are always welcome. For more information, please contact Donna at 705-931-4758. KAWARTHA MUSIC COMPANY CHORUS: Women of all ages are welcome to join us in singing four-part harmony every Monday evening from 6:45- 9:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 360 Reid St. kmc.ptbo@gmail.com.