StoosNews Spotlight: Check Out The Business Beat This Week Featuring Riverside Respite, Jenn's Wine Crush, Innovation Cluster and Peterborough Chamber

PTBOCanada is delighted to be running StoosNews columns each week here, spotlighting new businesses and startups in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Here is this week’s edition…

Tammy Fraley is the owner and operator of Riverside Respite, a day program for individuals with developmental disabilities, whether high functioning or high needs.

Fraley has just settled into a new space to call home, at 192 Hunter St. W. in Peterborough, a 3,000 square foot space with everything needed to offer all the life skills activities during their Day Program from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, they are now also able to offer overnight stays whether it is for a night or a weekend. There is an open house on July 29 from noon to 4 p.m. at 192 Hunter St. or check out their website riverside-respite.ca.

Jennifer Scudds-Carleton is an advanced sommelier with a passion for sharing her knowledge.

Jenn’s Wine Crush is her Peterborough-based business, offering elegant wine tastings, focusing specifically on Canadian wines that are often considered hidden gems. Whether it’s a corporate gathering, a social event or a private celebration, Jenn's Wine Crush offers a personalized touch to wine tastings. She can also host your gathering in the Crush Lounge, an exclusive and intimate venue where wine enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the world of Canadian wines, guided by Jenn's expertise and passion. Check it all out at jennswinecrush.com or all over social media.

Innovation Cluster Peterborough and the Kawarthas recently welcomed Barry Payne as its latest Expert in Residence.

Barry is a seasoned entrepreneur and a champion of Indigenous business development, and Barry’s appointment is a testament to the Innovation Cluster's commitment to extending the reach of its entrepreneurship programs to Indigenous communities. Barry will provide mentoring to clients, helping them navigate government funding, optimize networking and offer business advice. For details visit innovationcluster.ca.

The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is now selling booth space for The Local Show, a unique opportunity for local Chamber Members to showcase their products and services.

The Local Show will be held on Sept. 16 in Lansdowne Place Mall from 10 a.m. – 6. p.m. The Show also features The Hiring Hub, which brings together eight leading employment organizations, and The PK Chamber will also kick off an exciting auction sale featuring items exclusively sourced from local businesses. A few of the items will be auctioned live at the show, with the auction continuing online for two weeks.

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