Activity Haven’s got talent
Celebrity judges will be on hand to pick the winner
Calling all singers, dancers, comedians, magicians, musicians and performers! Activity Haven is staging their first-ever talent show Oct. 20 and you are invited to perform.
Whatever your talent you are encouraged to come and share it. Each performer will be allowed up to three minutes. Celebrity judges will be on hand to select a winner.
The cost to participate on stage is a toonie, the cost to watch the event is $5. The canteen will be open to serve finger foods and sandwiches.
To sign up, stop in at the office at 180 Barnardo Ave. or call 705-876-1670.
Alzheimer Fundraiser
The Alzheimer Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton presents the documentary film Spirit Unforgettable (2016) Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St.
Proceeds from this fundraising event will support the Alzheimer Society’s community programs in the Four Counties of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton.
Spirit Unforgettable is the true story of John Mann, frontman for the Canadian Celtic rock band Spirit of the West, who at the age of 51 was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease.
The film received the Audience Choice Award for Canadian documentary at the Vancouver International Film Festival 2016 and was a Top 3 Audience Choice Favourite at Toronto's Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival 2016.
The cost is $30 for general admission, and $100 for cabaret tickets which include a VIP reception before the film and a short concert by the Celtic band Kilt Trip.
For more information and ticket information visit markethall.org.
Ham Dinner
Fairview United Church will hold a ham dinner at the church Friday, Oct. 26 at 6 p.m.
The cost is $15 for adults, $5 for children aged 6-12 years, and preschoolers are free.
The church is located at 724 Centre line; just north of the Zoo. For reservations call 705-742-1328.
Dinner and Concert
Westdale United Church is holding a dinner and concert Saturday to support The Canadian Mental Health Association. Dinner, catered by The Pizza Factory is at 5:30 p.m.; the concert, by Peterborough’s classic rock band Rye Street, starts at 7 p.m.
The cost is $25 for dinner and the concert, $15 for just the dinner and $15 for just the concert.
Seating for dinner is limited. For further information or tickets call 705-7439911. A small amount of tickets will be available at the door. The church is located at 1509 Sherbrooke St.
Zombies
The John Howard Society (JHS) of Peterborough, 305 Stewart St., is turning into an escape room to benefit the United Way of Peterborough.
Participants at the event need to come up with a cure to help the staff who are slowly turning into zombies after the agency becomes contaminated. Two times are offered: Thursday, Oct 25 at 3:30 p.m. and Friday, Oct 26 at 9 p.m.
The event involves stairs, dark areas, flashing lights and zombies and is recommended for ages 16 and older (this is not a requirement).
Tickets cost $20 and are only available by calling 705-743-8331 and reserving a spot.