Charities benefit from company donations

Creating a ripple effect in Peterborough and area

The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group, an Ontario-based home and auto insurance company donated $547,000 to charities across the province in 2017, with $397,300 of those funds donated through their CARE (Create a Ripple Effect) program. Several local organizations were the recipients of support through that program, including Kawartha Food Share, which received $10,000.

The Osteoporosis Society received $1,500, and Junior Achievement was awarded $3,450.

“Here at The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group, we think of the CARE program as our way to get actively involved in the great causes and organizations in the Ontario towns that we serve,” said Tim Shauf, President and CEO of the Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group. “We think it’s important to do our part in sustaining and promoting local organizations that provide critical support to members of these communities. We hope that these year-round donations make a difference in the lives of people across the province.”

Commonwealth also donated an additional $150,000 to historical organizations throughout the Province as part of Canada 150th celebrations. Lang Pioneer Village and Farm Museum, in Lang received $30,000 through this program.

The Commonwealth’s CARE program is ongoing. Registered charities with a focus on children, healthcare efforts or safety, located within The Commonwell’s trading area can apply for a CARE donation at https://thecommonwell.ca/create-aripple-effect/.

Established January 1, 2014, The Commonwell is a merger of three longstanding mutual insurance companies. For further information on the group visit thecommonwell.ca.

Masquerade Ball

A Masquerade Ball fundraiser

for 4th Line Theatre takes place Sat., April 24 at the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St. and tickets are going fast! Paul Braunstein and Monica Dottor will MC the evening that will include performances by Miss Divalicious and Ms Madge Enthat.

Tickets are available for two prices. The $100 premium VIP ticket with 6 p.m. entry includes VIP cabaret seating for Drag Bingo, complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, silent and live auctions, dancing and a charitable receipt for $45. The $20 general admission ticket includes Drag Bingo, silent and live auctions and dancing. Call 705932-4445 to book your tickets now.

Magic Market 2

Magic Market 2, a spring cleansing themed bazaar of arts and crafts, takes place Saturday from noon until 3 p.m. at Sadleir House, 150 George St. N. Spring is a time to clear out the old and make way for the new. Come and check out the vendors selling bath bombs, gently used clothing, home décor, smoking paraphernalia, art, crafts, photography and more.

Also, DJ Molly Millions will provide tunes, and Miri Kat will do taro readings.

Make sure you bring cash, there is no ATM at Sadleir House.

Calendar

Bid Euchre Mini Bucks:

Saturday at Activity Haven, 180 Barnardo Ave. Doors open at 11 a.m., euchre starts at 12:30 p.m. Cost is $5, no beginners please. Activity Haven Saturday

Bridge: March 24 at noon. Door prizes. Canteen opens at 11 a.m. Must have a partner. Cost is $5, tickets are available at the office.