Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; May 12 - 14
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Country Superstars Paul Brandt and Terri Clark ‘Homecoming ’23’ Acoustic Tour Coming to Peterborough
/Two of Canada’s most dynamic country music artists and award-winning entertainers Paul Brandt and Terri Clark announced they will embark on the co-headlining ‘Homecoming ’23 Tour,’ coming to the Peterborough Memorial Centre November 29.
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The multi-platinum selling Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame inductees, friends and accomplished performers known for their amazing live shows and vast number of hits will join each other on stage together for the first time in an intimate stripped back show, sharing the songs and stories that have shaped their illustrious careers.
“Since our careers launched in the late 90’s, Terri and I have had a special connection; two Alberta kids reaching for the stars,” shares Brandt. “What are the chances that we would have both made it? Through the years, we’ve always stayed in touch, and made a point to connect when our North American tours intersected, but now, our paths are leading us onto the same stage together for the very first time. Intentional, intimate sharing of the stories and songs of our lives, together, on the same stage for an amazing homecoming. I can’t wait!”
The 24-date tour kicks off November 1 in Yorkton, SK with back-to-back dates and will make stops in Winnipeg, Regina, Vancouver, Saskatoon, Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, London and more, along with multiple dates in Red Deer, Calgary, and Kelowna before wrapping December 2 in Belleville, ON.
“Paul and I co-headlining a Canadian tour has always felt like a no-brainer to me. I am thrilled that we finally found the right time and the right way to do this together. We are so looking forward to getting on stage with our guitars in an intimate setting and playing our hits for our Canadian fans. I can’t wait to hit the road this Fall,” said Clark.
Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning May 18 at 10 a.m. local time. Artist pre-sales begin May 16, and local pre-sales begin May 17 at 10 a.m. local time until 10 p.m. local time.
For complete presale/on sale details visit https://www.paulbrandt.com/tour-dates or https://terriclark.com/tour.
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; May 5 - 7
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Here are nine things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from May 5 - 7!
Peterborough Poutine Feast
Get ready for a poutine feast in Peterborough in Morrow Park!
Have a weekend filled with mouth-watering poutines and exciting family-friendly activities. Bring the kids and enjoy games and a bucket of mini donuts, and more while you indulge in Canada's iconic dish. With entertainment for the whole family, including live music and performances, there's something for everyone at this not-to-be-missed event.
When: May 4 - 7 (Thu. - Fri. 11 - 9 p.m., Sun 11 - 6 p.m.)
Where: Morrow Park
Tickets: Free admission
The Ennis Sisters In Concert At Market Hall
For over 25 years, The Ennis Sisters have been connecting to audiences across the world. From arts centres in their home province of Newfoundland and Labrador to performing for International leaders and delegates at the 75th anniversary of D-Day on Juno Beach, their harmonies resonate with us all.
A Juno Award, multiple ECMA’s, Music Newfoundland & Labrador awards and a SOCAN for top-grossing Canadian country song – along with endless accolades from fans and critics alike – tangible proof that they’ve tapped into something universal, beyond the notes on the page.
Flavoured by Celtic and traditional Newfoundland influences, Maureen, Karen and Teresa are known for their captivating sibling harmonies and their powerful, often humourous, storytelling. Their music offers a broad mix of original songs as well as uniquely interpreted tunes and ballads.
Live performance has been a staple of the Ennis’ experience, and continues to be. Proven road warriors since 1997, they gained underground notoriety before translating it into the global success they’ve become – and they aren’t finished yet.
The Ennis Sisters’ most recent album, On We Go, is a collection of original songs produced by Alan Doyle and recorded in scenic Quidi Vidi Village, NL.
When: May 5, 8 p.m.
Where: Market Hall
Tickets: $40
League 1 Ontario Women's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Guelph Union
The Electric City Football Club Women’s Team is hosting the Guelph Union in their second home regular-season match at Fleming College.
When: May 6, 2 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15 - $30
Verdi’s Requiem
From the composer of Aïda, La Traviata, and Rigoletto comes a monumental work that is every bit as tuneful, dramatic, and full of rhythmic intensity as those operas. It features an amazing cast of four renowned Canadian soloists, a double choir, and the ‘orchestra’ of 12 brass musicians plus Ian Sadler at the pipe organ.
Location: Emmanuel United Church, 534 George St. N.
When: May 6, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Emmanuel United Church, 534 George St. N.
Tickets: $35 adults/$10 students
The Storm is Passing Over: Peterborough Children's Chorus
Erben presents Lowery Mills with special guests Nitetime Drive and Far From Infamy. Lowery Mills is bringing their high energy southern rock show to Peterborough at the Erben. Expect a high voltage night that will keep you moving all night long with special guests Nitetime Drive and Far From Infamy.
When: May 7, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: 1509 Sherbrooke St
Tickets: $0 - $30
Peterborough Saturday Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: May 7, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Square
Pick Up Some Produce at The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.
When: May 7, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Morrow Park (151 Lansdowne St. W, Peterborough)
Peterborough Petes Vs. North Bay Battalion (Game Six, If Necessary)
It’s the third round of the OHL playoffs! The Peterborough Petes take on the North Bay Battalion in the final home game of the series at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.
When: May 7, 7:05 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
Tickets: TBA
Something Rotten!
Set in 1595, the story follows the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who struggle to find success in the theatrical world as they compete with the wild popularity of their contemporary William Shakespeare.
When: May 5 - 7, 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: The Peterborough Theatre Guild
Tickets: $15 - $25
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; April 28 - 30
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Here are some things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from April 28 to 30!
OFAH Fishing Derby
The 34th annual OFAH Fishing Derby is back at the Lift Lock!
The youth derby begins on Saturday, for children 15 and under and includes 500 tagged Trout for instant prizes and a chance to win one of four grand prizes. The big fish prize - $1,000 cash - will go to whoever catches Walter, a rainbow trout estimated to weigh between 8 and 10 pounds.
The all-ages derby, meanwhile, runs from April 29 to May 7 and for the second year. It will include tagged fish with cash prizes sponsored by local businesses.
When: April 29 - May 7
Where: Peterborough Lift Lock
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased online at ofah.org/underthelock or in person at Peterborough Canadian Tire locations.
Blues for Ukraine
An afternoon of blues presented by Al Black and Friends featuring Dennis O'Toole, Dave Mowat with The Steady Band and Nicholas Campbell and The Two Meter Cheaters.
A Special video/slide presentation by Chloe Black on her 3 Humanitarian/ Dog Rescue Tours of Ukraine with a Q &A.
Chloe is a Peterborough Sports Hall of Fame Inductee who has turned her other passion, for animal welfare, into a commitment that few will sign up for. She went to Ukraine shortly after the war began to help build shelter in neighboring Romania for dogs and family pets evacuated from the war zone and soon after returned twice to deliver humanitarian aid to both animal shelters, civilians and front line defenders. She will share stories of her time with different groups helping and the day to day lives of ordinary people suffering this criminal invasion. There will be a question and answer. All profits from the show will support Chloe Black's expenses for pet evacuations and Ukraine Patriot (the group she volunteers with).
When: April 30, 2 p.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Showplace Performance Centre (290 George St. N, Peterborough)
Tickets: $30
Something Rotten!
Set in 1595, the story follows the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who struggle to find success in the theatrical world as they compete with the wild popularity of their contemporary William Shakespeare. By Karey Kirkpatrick & John O’Farrell.
When: April 28-30 (matinee), 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. (m)
Where: The Peterborough Theatre Guild (364 Rogers St, Peterborough)
Tickets: $15-$25
The Great Benjamins Circus
John Davenport is a third-generation circus performer along with his brother Jairo have created the “Great Benjamins Circus”.
A traditional circus that offers amazing acts of international quality. Join our circus family for 90 minutes of entertainment, energy, beauty, and excitement. We offer a rich and sincere circus experience. Much more than an entertainment organization, we present ourselves as being a symbol of respect and education towards all cultures. We are an ambassador of multiculturalism and have a great appreciation for performance art.
You’ll see Clowns, Acrobats, Aerialists, and Daredevils from North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our show will entertain and thrill children and adults alike.
When: April 29, 4:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre (151 Lansdowne St W, Peterborough)
Tickets: $17.52 to $45 plus applicable fees and taxes
Leave the Kids at Home Comedy Show
An evening of hilarious stand up comedy with TWO HEADLINERS and special guests! These two comedian dads are leaving the kids at home and heading out to bring the laughs to anyone and everyone who could just use the break. Come on out for a great night of jokes, laughs and a chance to remember what’s important. Enjoying yourself a bit.
CHUCK BYRN has been a touring national headliner for over 25 years. He’s played every festival, every club and almost all the community centres and legions. BEN MINER has been a stand-up comedian for over half his life. He’s toured coast to coast and across the UK, Radio host, Touring comedian and new dad.
Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Charcuterie boards available for order until show begins at 8 p.m.
When: April 28, 7 p.m.-11 p.m.
Where: Farmhill Weddings + Events (2709 Dillon Rd, Keene)
Tickets: $28
Check out the Peterborough Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares.
When: April 28, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Square
The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne and Bob Dylan
Don’t miss this spectacular salute to the super group of all super groups; The Traveling Wilburys: George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne and Bob Dylan.
The Traveling Milburys deliver the goods in an evening filled with thrilling lights, sound, video and audience participation. An authentic recreation of The Traveling Wilburys right down to the outfits and the instruments. Enjoy all the hits of The Wilburys PLUS classics from each individual artist.
Opening chords to final encore of this energy-packed and hit-filled performance, here’s your chance to experience The World’s Greatest Tribute To The Traveling Wilburys LIVE and in concert.
When: April 29, 8 p.m.
Where: The Historic Market Hall (140 Charlotte St, Peterborough)
Theory of a Deadman: The Dinosaur Tour
Canadian rock band Theory of a Deadman is coming to the Peterborough Memorial Centre Friday, April 28th as part of The Dinosaur Tour. The night will feature special guest Saint Asonia.
With sky-high hooks, riffs as thick as a 2x4, rumbling grooves, and a razor-sharp sense of humor, Theory of a Deadman have quietly persisted as an unapologetic, unbreakable, and undeniable hard rock force with major multiplatinum hits and countless sold out shows in each of the past two decades.
When: April 28, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre (151 Lansdowne St W, Peterborough)
Tickets: $39-$65 (prices are subject to applicable fees and taxes.)
Haven Brewery Game Day
Whether your idea of a game day is sports on the television, videogames on the television or board/card games we have them all available every Sunday from 1-6pm. Come join for a fun, chill, all around good time afternoon.
When: April 30, 1 p.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Haven Brewing Company (687 Rye St.)
Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy To Open Peterborough Musicfest This Canada Day
/Peterborough Musicfest lifts the curtain on its 36th season on Saturday, July 1, helping thousands celebrate Canada Day by presenting fiddle music duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy.
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MacMaster, a native of Nova Scotia, and Leahy, lead fiddler for the famed musical family from Lakefield, married in 2002 and remain Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music. Often performing with their musical children, they have been awarded numerous honours including Juno and East Coast Music awards.
MacMaster and Leahy have recorded three albums together.
In 2015, their debut album ‘One,’ produced by the legendary Bob Ezrin, was released. The following year saw the release of ‘A Celtic Family Christmas.’ There things sat until earlier this year and the release of ‘Canvas,’ which introduced rock, pop, Latin and classical influences to their trademark Celtic sound, featuring guest support from Rhiannon Giddens, Yo-Yo Ma and Brian Finnegan.
“The fiddle was definitely common ground for us when we first got together,” reflects MacMaster, a member of the Order of Canada since 2006. “I was so in awe of Donnell’s family, of 11 siblings who could play and had a family band. And here I am now doing almost exactly the same thing. Well, kind of. This whole thing - first playing music by myself, then playing music with Donnell, then touring with Donnell and the children and all of us playing music together - has evolved in a very natural way. We feel incredibly lucky to be together as a family and to be letting our children develop their musical talent.”
“The only downside is that we can’t do all we’re asked to do and might like to do in other circumstances because we are parents first,” adds Leahy.
With Canadian jazz music great Moe Koffman headlining, Peterborough Musicfest debuted July 1, 1987 under the name Peterborough Festival of Lights with concert series founder Fred Anderson at the helm. Over the years since, artists representing practically every genre of music have headlined, bringing thousands to Peterborough’s Del Crary Park.
Peterborough Musicfest is funded by corporate sponsorships – most of those being locally owned businesses – multiple levels of government support, fundraising initiatives and private donations. As a result, Musicfest has been, and steadfastly remains, a uniquely free admission event. Dallas Green, Our Lady Peace, Serena Ryder, Gordon Lightfoot, 54-40 and Blue Rodeo are just a few of the sensational music acts that have appeared over the years.
Overseen by general manager Tracey Randall, staff and a board of directors, Peterborough Musicfest’s stated mission is to “provide diverse, affordable live music to enrich cultural and economic prosperity in our community.” In order to fulfill this mandate and keep attracting legendary musicians to our stage, Peterborough Musicfest encourages any individual or business interested in sponsoring the festival to reach out online or via phone at 705-755- 1111.
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; April 21 - 23
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Here are nine things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from April 21 - 23!
Reel Rock 17 Film Tour
Don't miss three heart-stopping new films featuring the year’s biggest climbing & adventure stories: a wild expedition on Nameless Tower in Pakistan; a new cutting-edge route in a massive limestone cave in France; and a journey to Palestine’s West Bank to explore the power of climbing to change lives.
Burning the Flame
Big wall free climbing masters Babsi and Jacopo seek their greatest challenge yet: a free ascent of Eternal Flame, an elusive 3,000-ft. route up the legendary Nameless Tower in Pakistan’s Karakoram range. Facing extreme conditions and 5.13 trad climbing at high altitude, a two-year quest comes down to one short weather window. Captured with drones and on-mountain cameras in one of the most stunning places on earth, Burning the Flame transports viewers to a place normally off-limits to all but the world’s best climbers.
DNA
29-year-old French sport climber Seb Bouin has been quietly working his way through the elite grades, culminating in his attempt to establish a long pitch out an overhanging cave in the Verdon Gorge of France. His proposed line is so futuristic, the moves so improbable, that if Seb can put it all together it may be the most difficult route ever climbed.
Resistance Climbing
In the strife-torn hills of Palestine, a diverse crew of Bedouins, dirtbags and urban professionals embraces climbing as a much-needed respite from the burdens of the Israeli occupation. American writer & climber Andrew Bisharat visits the West Bank to explore his own roots and the power of climbing to transform lives.
When: Apr 22, 6 p.m.
Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door
League 1 Ontario Men's Home Game - Electric City FC vs North Toronto Nitros
The Electric City Football Club men’s team is hosting their second home game of the season against the North Toronto Nitros.
When: Apr 22, 2 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15 - $30
Peterborough Pop Ensemble Presents “A Century of Song”
The Peterborough Pop Ensemble is excited to announce that our 2023 spring concert, A Century of Song, will take place at Market Hall on Saturday at 7 p.m.!
Featuring music starting from the 1920s and hitting every decade since, this concert will highlight some of the best of the Ensemble’s repertoire including jazz standards, gospel, pop, songs of WWII, Motown and so much more! With a little something for everyone, this concert will surely have you tapping your toes, dancing, and singing along. Save the date now; we can’t wait to see you there!
When: Apr 22, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
Tickets: $15 - $30
Brisk Recharge @ The Legion
Brisk Recharge takes the Legion stage for some more acoustic renditions of your favourite hits from the 1960s-2000s.
Come on out for a great night of sing-alongs and some of the cheapest drinks in town!
When: April 22, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Legion
Tickets: $5 non-members, free for members
Nitetime Drive w/ Lowery Mills & Far From Infamy
Erben presents Lowery Mills with special guests Nitetime Drive and Far From Infamy. Lowery Mills is bringing their high energy southern rock show to Peterborough at the Erben. Expect a high voltage night that will keep you moving all night long with special guests Nitetime Drive and Far From Infamy.
When: April 22, 9 p.m.
Where: Erben
Tickets: $10
Peterborough Saturday Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: April 22, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Square
Pick Up Some Produce at The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.
When: April 22, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Morrow Park (151 Lansdowne St. W, Peterborough)
Roots & Blues: Po'Boy & Calamity Return to Black Horse!
Join Torontonian Po'Boy Jeffreys & Calamity Jane as they hit the road to bring their old-time Country, Blues, Ragtime and Jugband songs to Urban Angus Steak and Wine in Arnprior!
When: April 23, 4 p.m.
Where: Black Horse Pub
Tickets: Free
Jazz Month feat. Noah Abrahamse
Noah Abrahamse performs at The Black Horse as we celebrate Jazz Month!
When: April 22, 5 p.m.
Where: Black Horse Pub
Tickets: Free
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; April 14 - 16
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Here are nine things to do in Peterborough City and County this weekend from April 14 - 16!
Madchild With Robbie G at The Venue
See Madchild Live with Robbie G this Friday at The Venue. Doors open at 8 p.m. You can get VIP meet and greet or bundle meet and greet tickets including getting your photo taken with Madchild.
When: Apr 14, 8 p.m.
Where: The Venue
League 1 Ontario Men's Home Game - Electric City FC vs Scrosoppi FC
The Electric City Football Club is back for their second season so join the men’s team for their home opener at Fleming College this Saturday as they take on Scrosoppi FC in League1 Ontario action.
When: Apr 15, 2 p.m.
Where: Fleming College
Tickets: $15-$30
2023 Peterborough I ❤︎ Beer & Taco Festival
Join us for the inaugural Peterborough I❤︎BEER and Taco Festival at the Peterborough Memorial Centre for a fun night of beer, cider and spirits sampling, games, dancing, people watching and tacos!
When: April 15, 2-6 p.m. & 6-10 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
Tickets: Tickets start at $10.00 plus fees and taxes. Prices subject to change
Tom Green Live at The Venue
Canadian-American comedian, show host, actor, filmmaker, podcaster and rapper. After pursuing stand-up comedy and music as a young adult, Green created and hosted The Tom Green Show, which aired on Canadian television and later on MTV between 1994 and 2000. The show became popular for its shock comedy, absurdist pranks and Green’s manic persona, and influenced later series such as Jackass and The Eric Andre Show. Green has also appeared in the Hollywood films Road Trip (2000), Charlie’s Angels (2000), Stealing Harvard (2002), and Shred (2008). Green additionally directed, co-wrote and starred in the cult film Freddy Got Fingered (2001). He was briefly married to actress Drew Barrymore (2001–2002), who co-starred with him in Charlie’s Angels and Freddy Got Fingered.
In 2003, Green hosted the short-lived MTV late-night talk show titled The New Tom Green Show. From 2006 until 2011, he hosted an internet talk show, Tom Green’s House Tonight, from his home, and returned to performing stand-up comedy in 2010. From October 2013 to November 2014, Green hosted the weekly talk show Tom Green Live on American cable network AXS TV.
When: April 15, 7-11 p.m.
Where: The Venue
Tickets: $40
Sizzling Sound: Kawartha Youth Orchestra Chamber Concert Series
Kawartha Youth Orchestra presents Sizzling Sound a Chamber Concert Series featuring Victoria Yeh playing improvisational electric violin and Martin Gladman and friends on percussion.
When: April 16, 2 p.m.
Where: All Saints Anglican Church
Tickets: $20 at the door, children ages 5 and under free (cash and credit cards accepted)
Peterborough Saturday Farmers Market
Buy directly from the farmer who grew it, raised it, harvested, or foraged it! Sixty percent of our vendors are primary producers who have gone through a third party inspection process to verify they grow 100% of what they sell. The remaining forty percent include bakers, prepared food vendors, artists and community groups.
Enjoy a festive market atmosphere with Peterborough’s finest prepared food vendors, artisans and musicians.
Come find us every Saturday to find local produce, delicious takeaway meals and goodies, and artisan wares. We look forward to seeing you there!
When: April 15, 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Peterborough Square
Pick Up Some Produce at The Peterborough Regional Farmers’ Market
We invite you to listen to the sounds of our local musicians while visiting our 100+ vendor outdoor market May 1 to October 31, rain or shine in the Morrow Building parking lot. From November 1 to April 30, we are located inside the Morrow Building just south of the parking lot.
The establishment of a central market area for individual trade or sales has been a feature of societies all over the world for centuries. This trade has taken place in Peterborough for the past 190 years. This efficient method of commerce (ie. producer, direct to consumer) has gained much interest in recent years as small businesses have grown. We at the Peterborough Farmers’ Market are proud to be part of this popular phenomenon.
As producers of local food and crafts, we stress freshness, quality and value as we deal each and every week with our market patrons. Come and enjoy this traditional shopping experience.
When: April 1, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Morrow Park (151 Lansdowne St. W, Peterborough)
The Arrogant Worms at Market Hall
The year was 1991. Presumably, some significant world events occurred. The world truly changed in the fall however, when something truly magnificent happened in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. A beacon of hope was lit and has shone brightly ever since – The Arrogant Worms. The Arrogant Worms began as a comedy troupe performing songs and sketches on campus radio. The early feedback on the live shows was clear: lose the sketches. So the songs endured and they all remain because the band hates to throw anything out.
The songs were written to make fun of a big dumb world. Luckily, the world is still dumb and The Arrogant Worms (Mike McCormick, Chris Patterson and Trevor Strong) still have plenty to sing about. The shows are fast, furious and family friendly. The wit is quick, the satire is biting and the musicianship is second to none. Their appeal has earned them fans from kids to parents to grandparents to Princess Leia.
In recent years the Worms have been pleased to donate their time and talent to the cause of literacy in Canada through Frontier College and were twice awarded the Peter Gzowski Award for their efforts.
So nearly a quarter century after they began, The Arrogant Worms continue to provide tuneful and silly escapism for everyone who needs it. And if you think you don’t need it, well you’re wrong. You do. The Arrogant Worms know what’s best for you and what’s best for you is The Arrogant Worms.
When: April 15, 8 p.m.
Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
Tickets: $25-30
Harry Manx Presented by Folk Under The Clock at Market Hall
Harry delivers his live show with a variety of stringed instruments including the Mohan Veena (Indian slide guitar), drums, guitars, banjo & harmonica.
Musically speaking “Harry lives where the depth of Indian music meets the deep groove of the Blues.”
Blues Artist of the Year seven times, Folk Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, six Juno nominations... Welcome to the Harry Zone.
His latest album is ‘Way Out East’ a compilation of his Indian music.
Downbeat Magazine said that “Manx’s real talent lies in creating a place where Blues and Indian Classical are a seamless fit”.
Billboard Magazine called Harry “Canada’s most expressive Blues player”.
When: April 14, 8 p.m.
Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
Tickets: $40-45
Drum Legend Paul DeLong Returns to Peterborough for Three Shows This Spring
/Best known for his work with singer Kim Mitchell, Canadian drum legend Paul DeLong is coming to Peterborough; performing three shows this spring.
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DeLong is said to still spend most of his time on tour with bands around the world to this day, feeding his soul through the music that inspired the drummer to become a musician in the first place - jazz fusion.
Fifty years ago, on May 4, 1973, DeLong saw the Mahavishnu Orchestra live in concert for the first time. They were a jazz-rock fusion band on the cutting edge of music. “My mind was blown, I had never heard anything like them before,” said DeLong from his home in Toronto. "It's still the heaviest experience of my life.”
On the 50th anniversary of the fateful concert that would go on to shape DeLong's career as one of North America's most prolific multi-platinum award winning drummers, Paul DeLong’s ONE WORD band will play at the Gordon Best Theatre on May 4, just weeks before he’s set to play Showplace Theatre with Brass Transit and Lighthouse.
The show promises to be an "unforgettable night of fusion" with music from the Mahavishnu Orchestra, Return to Forever, Allan Holdsworth, Weather Report, Jeff, Beck, Jean-Luc Ponty and more.
Joining DeLong on stage will be Peterborough's own award winning electric violinist, Victoria Yeh, Grammy nominee Steve Lucas on bass, Michael Murray shredding on guitar and veteran Toronto keyboardist, Don Baird.
Advance tickets and VIP meet and greet backstage passes are available online.
Harry Manx Presented by Folk Under The Clock and Market Hall Performing Arts Centre
/Folk Under The Clock and the Market Hall Performing Arts Centre have come together to present the musical stylings of Harry Manx ‘The Blues Man’ at Market Hall on April 14.
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Harry Manx has spent years fusing eastern musical traditions with the blues, switching between conventional guitars, harmonica and banjo and the decidedly different Mohan Veena, a 20-stringed instrument invented by Manx’ Indian mentor Vishwa Mohan Bhatt.
Manx is often referred to as the “Mysticssippi” Blues Man, because of his expertise in melding both East and West music together and therefore, “creating musical short stories that wed the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas.”
Over the last 10 years, Harry Manx released 11 Albums and has garnered a room full of awards including, “seven Maple Blues Awards, six Juno nominations, the Canadian Folk Award in 2005 for Best Solo Artist and won CBC Radio’s “Great Canadian Blues Award” in 2007. His most recent accomplishment was receiving yet another Juno Nomination for “Blues Album of the Year”, for his release “Bread and Buddha” in 2010.
For tickets and more information, visit the Market Hall website.
Things To Do In-and-Around Peterborough This Weekend; April 7 - 9
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