COMMUNITY LISTINGS
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6
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.
WORKSHOP: Keeping the Door Open: Creating an Inclusive Care Environment for LGBTQ Seniors, a free half-day educational training workshop for individuals and organizations working with older adults, health care, long-term care homes and retirement Homes to understand the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer adults, and how to create a safe and LGBTQ - inclusive care environment for older adults, their friends and family. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Mount Community Centre, 1545 Monaghan Rd. 705-749-9110.
ART: The Kawartha Artists'
Gallery and Studio presents The Winter Show, an art show and sale featuring works from KAGS' members. Feature piece: Out in the Canoe by Daniel Marlatt. Runs until Dec. 22 and continues from Jan. 3 to 21. 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.
YOGA: Float and Flow Yoga, 5:30 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, lead participants in a class that is suitable for all levels. 705-748-9153 or visit www.canoemuseum.ca.
BINGO: Every Wednesday at the Otonabee-South Monaghan Community Centre, 7 p.m., smokefree environment, sponsored by the Keene Lions Club. 705-295-6664.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7
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.
POSTPARTUM SUPPORT GROUP: Thursday from 1 until 2 p.m. at Play Café, Brookdale Plaza Chemong Rd. Free drop-in style meet up for parents with babies 0-12 months needing postpartum support. Facilitated by the Hello, Baby! Doulas and Play Café.
DANCE: Cobourg Swing and Lindy Hop held at Catalina's Barbe side 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.
DANCING: Peterborough Scottish Country Dance Society, 6:30-9:30 p.m., The Mount, Monaghan Rd. Annual fees are $110 for adults, $45 for students, or $60/$25 for semi-annual sessions (Sept.-Dec., Jan.-May), Call 705-748-5255 for more information.
EUCHRE: Lakefield Golden Years Centre, 275 Queen St. 7 p.m., $5 includes snacks and prizes.
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 Nu Bodies 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. 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 $10. Please call ahead to reserve your spot 705295-6814.
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: Douro Dummer 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. BID EUCHRE: At Lakefield Golden Years Club, 275 Queen St., Lakefield. Starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $3 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 program 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. If you'd like further information about the service contact the office at 705324-7323.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8
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.
MAPLERIDGE: Table Tennis, 10 a.m.
EUCHRE: 12:15 there is Bid Euchre in the Legion banquet hall. Everyone is welcome. 705-745-6361.
CRIBBAGE: Golden Years Club, Lakefield, 275 Queen St., 1:30 p.m. $20 annual membership. New players welcome. 705-652-0202 for more information (leave a message).
TAI CHI: Tai Chi, taught by George Kerr, has moved to Murray Street Baptist Church. Classes for beginner students Fridays at 10 a.m. 705750-0827. Murray Street Baptist Church is located at 175 Murray St. Participants should use the back entrance.
FREE SENIOR SKATING: Lakefield Smith Community Centre, sponsored by the Regency Retirement Home in Lakefield. 9 to 11 a.m. for everyone aged 55 and over from now until mid March. For more information, visit www.selwyntownship.ca.
MUSIC: The 18th annual In From the Cold concert, 8 p.m. at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St. All proceeds go to the YES shelter for Youth and Families. Tickets $20 or $15 for children and students and are available at tickets. markethall.org LEGION LUNCH: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come out and try homemade dishes from the Legion's in-house cook. $7.
AL-ANON: Are you concerned about someone's drinking? For more information about Al-Anon or Alcoholics Anonymous call 705-745-6111 or 1-888-425-2666, www.alanon.alateen.on.ca for Peterborough/Bridgenorth Area. Newcomers welcome at all meetings.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9
LOCAL ARTISANS: Two Dishes Cookshop, corner of Charlotte & Bethune hosting two evenings featuring unique hand crafted gifts for your family, friends or yourself along with many scrumptious baked goods such as breads, pies and other sweet treats. Come help support our local artists, see you there.