PtboPics: National Canoe Day At Beavermead Park

Lots of local folks gathered at Beavermead Park today to celebrate National Canoe Day. With children's activities, continuous paddling opportunities, a BBQ, displays from the Trent Severn Antique & Classic Boat Association and musical entertainment, there was something for everyone. I was able to participate in the family paddle and enjoyed the calmness of the water while learning about the Canadian Canoe Museum and its history from our guide Barry.  —PtboCanada's Julie Morris

At right: Young paddlers Nate & Tori make sure they have the right paddles

The Canada Parks mascot, Parka, gives a wave

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Howard Hospital Fundraiser Takes Place Saturday Night At Market Hall

[Market Hall]

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboPics: The Tragically Hip (And 4 Dudes On The Balcony) Rocked Showplace

The Hip were amazing, and so too were these four dudes up on the balcony (see pics below). People couldn't help but notice them with their high fives, their man hugs, their fist pumps, their air guitars, their picture taking, their dance moves, their enthusiasm. And they managed to not fall off the balcony.

Balcony dudes almost distract me from Gord... Almost. @Ptbo_Canada

— J.K. Holstein (@NinjaMilk7) June 22, 2011

Should be ample video of The Hip show tonite! Show was amazing... Kudos to the dudes in the upper balcony that didn't fall over the rail!

— TJ Connors (@tjconnorstweets) June 22, 2011

Here is some video and pictures (including the set list) from the night...

4 Dudes On The Balcony

4 Dudes On The Balcony

Superfan

[First five photos via Brian Ellis, Ryan Lalonde, The Wolf 101.5, Pete Dalliday, Jeff North; bottom photo PtboCanada.com]

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"Nightscapes" Show By Local Artist Rob Niezen Is Now On Display At Green Eyewear

Drop by Green Eyewear Optical (374 George St. N) in downtown Peterborough to check out the oil paintings on display from Rob Niezen, which includes night images of our city. Niezen, who has studied at the Art School of Peterborough, lives in nearby Indian River, Ont.

[photo via RobNiezen.com]

"Nightscapes" runs from June 21st through August 22nd at Green Eyewear.

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PtboPics: Ode'min Giizis Traditional Gathering at Del Crary Park

The beats of drumming could be heard throughout Del Crary Park on Saturday as the Ode'min Giizis Festival continued hosting their Traditional Gathering from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. With storytelling, art exhibits, food, vendors, drumming and dancing, the park was a flurry of activity on an absolutely beautiful Saturday afternoon.

[Related: PtboPics: Ode'min Giizis Parade On George Street; 2011 Ode'min Giizis Festival Includes Performance Of "The Creator's Game" At Peterborough Lakers Game & Del Crary Park]

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboPics: Random Images From Our Great City This Weekend

The Liftlock Cruise departs

Taking a dip

A popsicle to cool off

One of the many soccer games being played at Beavermead Park

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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PtboPics: Ode'min Giizis Parade On George Street

The Ode'min Giizis Festival began in Peterborough on Wednesday and wraps up today with events taking place throughout the city. Yesterday, we snapped these pics as the parade made its way from City Hall down to Del Crary Park.

 

 

 

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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Stuff To Do In Peterborough This Weekend

Friday

Shifting Gears Closing Ceremonies, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at The Silver Bean

Bridesmaids and The Hangover 2, Adults $10, Children $3 - 8:15 at the Mustang Drive-In

Saturday

Ode'min Giizis Festival Sunrise Ceremony, 5 a.m. Del Crary Park

Ode'min Giizis Festival Community Procession, 10 a.m. Confederation Park

Father's Day Story & Craft for ages 5- 12, Free - 10:45 a.m. Peterborough Public Library

25 Cent Summer Reading Book Sale., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Peterborough Public Library

Ode'min Giizis Festival Traditional Gathering, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m Del Crary Park

Ode'min Giizis Festival Panel Discussion, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m Market Hall, 140 Charlotte St.

Ode'min Giizis Festival Outdoor Music Concert, 8 p.m Hunter Street Stage

Bridesmaids and The Hangover 2, Adults $10, Children $3 - 8:15 at the Mustang Drive-In

Father's Day

Street Scene 2011 with the Kawartha Street Rods, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Riverview Park & Zoo

Ode'min Giizis Festival Iroquois Lacrosse Program, $10 - 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Thomas A Stewart High School

15th Annual Father’s Day Smoke & Steam Show, Adult/$10; Student/Senior/$9; Youth (5-14)/$6; Under 5 free.; Family/$30 (Includes 2 adults & 4 youth). Lang Pioneer Village

Bridesmaids and The Hangover 2, Adults $10, Children $3 - 8:15 at the Mustang Drive-In

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Ode'min Giizis Festival Celebrates Game Of Lacrosse And Its History This Year

[chextvDOTcom; 2011 Ode'min Giizis Festival Includes Performance Of "The Creator's Game" At Peterborough Lakers Game & Del Crary Park]

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