Potters prepare for big Christmas show
The Kawartha Potters Guild’s 24th annual holiday sale will take place at 993 Talwood Dr. on Nov. 29 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., an ideal time to shop for that special person for Christmas. Admission is free, with a free draw and refreshments.
“This will be one of the largest sales in the guild’s history with almost 30 potters participating,” says Lillian Forester, past chair. “On offer will be beautifully handmade wine goblets, teapots, yarn bowls, candle holders, mugs, cheese plates, chip sets, cellphone holders, and more. Each potter develops their own designs, with the result that no two pieces are alike.”
Forester says that last year, more than a thousand customers purchased unique gifts at the guild sale, with some coming back over the weekend for one more special gift.
“Included in the show will be one-of-a-kind decorative pieces that have been either Raku or pit-fired. These are specialty pieces, each one processed by the potter to achieve specific results,” continues Forester. “For the children, there will be a huge selection of Christmas tree ornaments. For the recent grad or your child’s teacher, you will find the perfect mug. Every kitchen will benefit from a beautiful bowl.”
Proceeds from the sale go toward helping the guild maintain their teaching facility and pottery shop throughout the year. She says that when you shop locally, the community benefits.
There will be free parking, free admission, a door prize, light refreshments and demonstrations throughout the weekend. For more information, please call 705-742-4979 or visit www.kawarthapottersguild.com
FYD-L-STYX
The FYD-L-STYX band presents its annual Christmas concert Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. at St. James United Church, 221 Romaine St. This family-friendly show will feature Christmas music old and new, sacred and secular. Everyone is invited to kick off the holiday season with song, dance, humour and assorted FYD-L-STYX shenanigans. Admission is by free will donation. The church is wheelchair accessible.
Grace Bake Sale
On Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, Grace United Church, 581 Howden St., will be hosting their annual Christmas bake sale, including their famous cookie walk where you can pick exactly the number of each variety that you want to serve over the season. Also, there will be loaves, squares, pies, tarts, bread, candy, and pies. Everyone is invited to drop in with your own shopping bag and start your Christmas planning.
Toy Drive
The annual Salvation Army Toy Drive is on now, where everyone is invited to drop off a new, unwrapped toy at one of the many 75 drop-off locations throughout Peterborough. All of the donated toys will be turned over to the Salvation Army for distribution through their Christmas Appeal to help thousands of families have a joy-filled holiday. Many local businesses also collect in-house for the toy drive. A full list of drop-off locations can be found by visiting www.country105.fm and www.energy997.ca.
Canadian Canoe Museum
Everyone is invited to the Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd. on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a night of holiday shopping. Meet and greet local artists at work as you find the perfect gifts for friends and family.