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Friday, March 12

Live Music: Folk Under The Clock presents Kate Rusby beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough). Kate Rusby is recognized as England’s preeminent traditional folksinger. The BBC described her as “The first lady of young folkies” and has handed her four BBC Folk Music Awards. Tickets are $35. For more information call (705) 742-7469.

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Friday, March 12 - Saturday, April 24

Exhibition: Artspace presents Daryl Vocat: The Secret of the Midnight Shadow at Artspace (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). In this exhibit, figures arise from found, manipulated and redrawn Boy Scout illustrations. Removed from their environment the boys are introduced to a world of ambiguity. Opening: Friday, March 12, 7 - 10 p.m . For more information call (705) 748-3883.

Exhibition: Artspace presents Sayeh Sarfaraz : Magic Never Ends at Artspace (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). This event is an eerily playful installation of childlike drawings and toys that create a landscape of war zone reality and reflect on the brutality of armed conflicts around the world. Opening Friday, March 12, 7 -10 p.m. For more information call (705) 748-3883.

Exhibition: Artspace presents Patrick Jenkins: Labyrinth at Artspace (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Nighttime at a detective agency: a knock at the door, a mysterious stranger, an enigmatic locket, two shadowy figures..this paint on glass animation weaves a spellbinding exploration of the fantastic. For more information call (705) 748-3883.

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Saturday, March 13

Workshop: Journey Through the Arts presents Children's Visual Art Workshops at Journey Through the Arts (27 Walton St. 2nd Floor, Port Hope). C'mon kids, tell the world what you think with what you wear at this March break T-shirt painting workshop with instruction by Christine Benson-Woods. To register call (905) 885-0908. Tickets are $20 per workshop (includes all supplies).

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Sunday, March 14

Live Music: The Buckhorn Community Centre presents a Country Jamboree St. Patty's Warm-up from 1 - 5 p.m. at the Buckhorn Community Centre (1801 Lakehurst Rd., Buckhorn). Enjoy music with hosts Good 'n Country. Entertainers are welcome. Tickets are $5. For more information call (705) 657-8833.

Parade: The City of Peterborough presents The Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade beginning at 2 p.m. Don the Green and come celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Peterborough with your friends and neighbors. The fun starts at City Hall and goes all the way to Del Crary Park. For more information call (705) 740-2084.

NEW THIS WEEK
Concert: The Academy Theatre presents the Irish Descendants from 8 - 10 p.m. at the Academy Theatre (2 Lindsay St. S., Lindsay). The Irish Descendants - 20 Years and Counting... fresh on the heels of releasing their 13th studio album are heading out on tour. What better way to spend the “week of the Irish”. Please contact boxoffice@academytheatre.ca for ticket info.

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Monday, March 15 - Friday, March 19

March Break Art Activities: The Art Gallery of Peterborough presents Discovery Studio at the Art Gallery of Peterborough (250 Crescent St., Peterborough). Instructor and artist Rebecca Reynolds presents a week of activities at 9a.m. - noon for ages 5-8 and at 1-4 p.m. for ages 9-12. Monday, Portraits: me and my friends. Tuesday, Painting Party; learn about painting techniques from history. Wednesday, Puppet Show: make your very own puppet and put on a puppet show. Thursday, Mobile Madness: create and hang beautiful, colourful, flying mobiles. Friday, Recycle Cycle: anything you can find – can become art. Tickets are $15 per half day or $70 per week. For more information call (705) 743-9179.

Workshop: The Art School of Peterborough presents Art Camp from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Art School of Peterborough (178A Charlotte St., Charlotte Mews, Peterborough). Here's a week long art adventure for ages 6-12. Campers will explore pottery, mixed media, drawing and painting with our youth/teen program instructors. All art supplies are included and students are responsible for their own lunch and snacks (no nut products please). Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended and be prepared to get messy. Tickets are $45 per day or $200 for the week. For more information call (705) 742-3221.

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Tuesday, March 16

NEW THIS WEEK
Discussion: The Peterborough Historical Society presents Voices of the Town – Vaudeville in Canada a Discussion beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). All are welcome to hear Jon Oldham, programming assistant and marketing manager for the museum talk about his experiences while developing the Museum’s traveling exhibit. Images from the Balsillie Collection as well as behind-the-scene images of the exhibition during construction will illustrate Jon’s presentation. For more information call (705) 740-2600.

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Wednesday, March 17

Live Music: MTM Productions present The Legends of Rock 'n Roll beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough). Enjoy three rock 'n roll impersonators in one spectacular show with this tribute to Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and the late Great Roy Orbison - backed by the Shear Energy Show Band . Tickets are $39.50. For more information call (705) 742-7469.

Live Music: The Red Dog presents The Songs of Saint Patrick's from noon - 2 a.m. at The Red Dog Tavern (189 Hunter St. W., Peterborough). Enjoy music all day beginning at noon with The Jan Schoute Band, 4-8: Washboard Hank, 9-11: Ireland Brothers 11:30-2 a.m.

Live Music: The Spill presents St. Patty's Day Party at The Spill (414 George St., Peterborough). Come get good 'n green with The DGB, No Pussyfooting and Brian Black.

Live Music: The Montreal House presents Happy Saint Patty's from noon - 2 a.m. at The Montreal House (282 Aylmer St., Peterborough). Enjoy music all day long starting with Catfish Willie, Washboard Hank and ending with Colt Harley. With a bevy of musical talent in between.

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Saturday, March 20

Workshop: Journey Through the Arts presents Children's Visual Art Workshops at Journey Through the Arts (27 Walton St. 2nd Floor, Port Hope). Children are invited to end March break and help bring in spring with this flower pot painting workshop with instruction by Christine Benson-Woods. To register call (905) 885-0908. Tickets are $20 per workshop (includes all supplies).

Celebration: Trent International Students' Association (TISA) presents Cultural Outreach 2010: Niyokwarihoten - Our Cultural Ways beginning at 7 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough). Come celebrate the cultural diversity present at Trent and within the Peterborough community. Also with a matinee at 2 p.m. ($10). Tickets are $15, available at Nata's Cafe, The Spill, and Have You Seen. For more information call (705) 768-9037.

NEW THIS WEEK
Concert: The Academy Theatre presents Men in Black from 7:30 - 10 p.m. at the Academy Theatre (2 Lindsay St. S., Lindsay). This will be a night to remember - Roy Orbison and Johnny Cash on the same stage, featuring Philip Bauer as Johnny Cash and Bernie Jessome as Roy Orbison. Call box office at (877) 888-0038 for ticket info.

NEW THIS WEEK
Dance: Peterborough English Country Dancers English & Contra Dancing for all from 8 - 10:30 p.m. at St. John's Anglican Church (99 Brock St., Peterborough). Here's a good remedy for Spring Fever, simple footwork taught by experienced callers to beautiful live music. All ages are welcome and remember - no partner necessary. Soft-soled shoes recommended. Tickets are adults $8; students $5; family discount. For more information call (705) 745-1630.

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Sunday, March 21

Discussion: The Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Public Library hosts Fireside Author Readings from 2 - 3 p.m. at Bridgenorth Library and Community Hall (836 Charles St., Bridgenorth). This winter, join us at the Bridgenorth Library as local authors read from their work by the warmth of the fire. Readings take place the third Sunday of each month from 2-3:00 p.m. For more information call (705) 292-5065.

Live Music: Showplace presents Garnet Rogers beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough Lounge (290 George St. N., Peterborough). You are invited to enjoy an evening with a master musical storyteller. With his "smooth, dark baritone", his incredible range, and thoughtful, dramatic phrasing, Garnet is widely considered by fans and critics alike to be one of the finest singers anywhere. Tickets are $26. For more information call (705) 742-7469.

Live Music: The Showplace Jazz Club presents The Elizabeth Shepherd Trio beginning at 2 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough Lounge (290 George St. N., Peterborough). Come enjoy an excellent afternoon of music with this rising star on the jazz scene. With Elizabeth Shepherd (piano & vocals), Scott Kemp (bass) and Colin Kingsmore (drums). Tickets are $25. For more information call (705) 742-7469.

NEW THIS WEEK
Theatre: Forth Line Theatre presents Breaking Ground (excerpts from New Plays in Development beginning at 2 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). All are welcome to this public reading of excerpts from Shirley Barrie’s Queen Marie, based on the life of Marie Dressler from Cobourg who became one of the greatest and best loved stars of Broadway and Hollywood. Seating is limited; call to reserve your free ticket. For more information call (705) 743-5180.

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Saturday, March 27

NEW THIS WEEK
Comedy: The Buckhorn Community Centre hosts Russell Roy's Comedy Night from 8 - 10 p.m. at the Buckhorn Community Centre (1801 Lakehurst Rd., Buckhorn). All are invited to an evening of good clean comedy. Doors open at 7 pm. Tickets are $10. For more information call (705) 657-8833.

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Sunday, March 28

NEW THIS WEEK
Theatre: Forth Line Theatre presents an Artist Talk beginning at 2 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). 4th Line Theatre’s founding artistic director Robert Winslow will create a visual journey through the past eighteen seasons with recollections, anecdotes and readings from selected productions. Free seating available on a first come, first serve basis. For more information call (705) 743-5180.

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Sunday, March 28 - Monday, March 29

Film: Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Toronto International Film Festival presents The Muse International Film Series at Galaxy Cinemas (Peterborough Square) (320 Water St., Peterborough). Featuring Cooking With Stella by Dillip Mehta. Screenings Mar. 28 at 4 p.m. and Mar. 29 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 each available at the MUSE courtesy desk at the theatre. For more information call (705) 743-5180.

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Thursday, April 1 - Saturday, April 3

Concert: Shear productions presents I've Heard That Song Before at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough). This dazzling musical is a tribute to the unsung war heroes, the musicians and entertainers who risked their lives during times of war. You will be transported back in time to WWII when Big Band music was hip. With the King Street Players and the Dan Shear Orchestra. Tickets are adults $25; seniors $22.50; students $15; group rate available. For more information call (705) 932-7469.

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Saturday, April 10

Live Music: The Lindsay Concert Foundation presents The Cecilia String Quartet, In Recital at the Glenn Crombie Theatre (200 Albert St. South, Lindsay). Join these New Generation Artists: Sarah Nematallah on violin, Min-Jeong Koh on violin, Caitlin Boyle on viola, and Rebecca Wenham on cello for an unforgettable evening. Season series prices for six concerts are: adult - $135, family - $300, senior (65+) - $125, student $40. Single Prices are: adults $30, senior $25, youth $10. For more information call (705) 878-5625.

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Sunday, April 11

NEW THIS WEEK
Theatre: Forth Line Theatre presents an Artist Talk beginning at 2 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). Kim Blackwell explains the process of how new plays are developed and environmentally staged on 4th Line Theatre’s unique outdoor stages plus a sneak peek into upcoming productions. Free seating available on a first come, first serve basis. For more information call (705) 743-5180.

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Sunday, April 11 - Monday, April 12

Film: Peterborough Museum & Archives and the Toronto International Film Festival presents The Muse International Film Series at Galaxy Cinemas (Peterborough Square) (320 Water St., Peterborough). Featuring A Shine of Rainbows by Dillip Mehta. Screenings Apr. 11 at 4 p.m. and Apr. 12 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 each available at the MUSE courtesy desk at the theatre. For more information call (705) 743-5180.

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Tuesday, April 13

Concert: The Memorial Centre presents Gordon Lightfoot in Concert beginning at 8 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (151 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough). Tickets are $65 - $75. For more information call (705) 743-3561.

Live Music: Folk Under The Clock presents Oysterband beginning at 8 p.m. at Showplace Peterborough (290 George St. N., Peterborough). England’s Oysterband is on tour is support of their recently released The Oxford Girl & Other Stories, a set of all-new acoustic recordings of 14 classic Oysterband songs to mark their 30th Anniversary. Tickets are $35. For more information call (705) 742-7469.

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Sunday, April 25

Live Music: The Lindsay Concert Foundation presents Janina Fialkowska In Recital at the Glenn Crombie Theatre (200 Albert St. South, Lindsay). Enjoy this rare talent performing a very special programme in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of both Chopin and Schumann. Season series prices for six concerts are: adult - $135, family - $300, senior (65+) - $125, student $40. Single Prices are: adults $30, senior $25, youth $10. For more information call (705) 878-5625.

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Friday, April 30 - Sunday, May 9

Theatre: The Peterborough Theatre Guild presents Gypsy Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim at Peterborough Theatre Guild (364 Rogers St., Peterborough). This musical is based on the 1957 memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, the famous striptease artist, and her mother, Rose, whose name has become synonymous with "the ultimate show business mother." In particular, it follows the dreams and efforts of Rose to raise two daughters to perform onstage and casts an affectionate eye on the hardships of show business life. Jule Styne’s music and Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics include “Let Me Entertain You”, “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” and “Together Wherever We Go”. Directed by Len Lifchus. Tickets are $18 adults, $16 seniors, $10 students. For more information call (705) 745-4211.

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Sunday, May 2

Theatre: Children's Stage Lakefield presents "Think Bigg!" by Trent Arterberry from 4 - 5:30 p.m. at Lakefield College (County Rd. 29, Lakefield). You won't want to miss this one-man show filled with intriguing characters and zany physical comedy. Trent mesmerizes his audiences with the extraordinary limits to which he pushes his body. Tickets are $10 or $20 season subscription (3 shows). For more information call (705) 652-9416.

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Friday, May 7 - Saturday, June 19

Exhibition: Artspace presents David Kopulos: Toronto Pending at Artspace (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). This body of works in painting and small sculptures responds to the ideas of an unbuilt city. Made from a variety of found construction materials, formally and symbolically reference the unbuilt mega projects of Toronto. For more information call (705) 748-3883.

Exhibition: Artspace presents Dagmara Genda: The Palace of Culture at Artspace (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). A large scale rendering of a series of drawings based on the architecture of the Palace of Culture and Science erected by Stalin in the communist Poland, as well as other architectural motifs from East and West Europe is executed in stark vinyl to the dimensions of the gallery walls. For more information call (705) 748-3883.

Exhibition: Artspace presents Dominic Gagnon: RIP in Pieces America at Artspace (378 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). A one-hour video of collected footage of disappearing material from free hosting sites, flagged for their most often political content and removed from the internet. For more information call (705) 748-3883.

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Wednesday, June 2

Performance: The Memorial Centre presents CATS, the one, the only, the original family musical beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (151 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough). Tickets are $56 - $72. For more information call (705) 743-3561.

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Tuesday, June 29 - Saturday, July 24

Theatre: 4th Line Theatre presents Eldorado Town (The Port Hope Play) from 6 - 8:15 p.m. at 4th Line Theatre (779 Zion Line, Millbrook). From the radium craze of the 1930s to the beginnings of the Cold War, this play examines how a small Ontario town played a significant role in ending WW II and in the coming of the nuclear age. Tickets are adult $29, senior/student $26, youth $15. For more information call (705) 932-4445.

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Monday, August 2 - Saturday, August 28

Theatre: 4th Line Theatre presents The Right Road to Pontypool from 6 - 8:15 p.m. at 4th Line Theatre (779 Zion Line, Millbrook). This wildly successful play returns with this loving chronicle of one man’s sun kissed dream for Toronto’s working class Jews in the early 1900s. Tickets are adult $29, senior/student $26, youth $15. For more information call (705) 932-4445.

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Until Friday, March 12

Call for Submissions: The Millbrook Film Festival announces the 2010 competition. Start rolling! This little film festival that could is free to enter and the competition is open to anyone, of any age, from anywhere. Films submitted to the festival must no more than three minutes in length (but can be shorter) and must be delivered on either DVD or mini digital videotape format. Deadline for entries is March 12, 2010. Full details and entry forms are available on the MIFF website at www.millbrookfilmfestival.com.

Until Wednesday, March 31

NEW THIS WEEK
Exhibition: The Peterborough Festival of Trees Gift Shop host Featured Artist of the Month for March 2010 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Peterborough Festival of Trees Gift Shoppe (Peterborough Square lower level). Talented, local artist Howard Berry will be featuring paintings of the the month of March. For more information call (705) 743-1705.

Live Music: The Ossia presents Catfish Willie and the Bucklebusters from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. at Ossia (231 Hunter St. W., Peterborough). Dress up, dance and recreate the era of the dirty 30's while you dig into hot western swing music. Tickets are $4. For more information call (705) 743-4049.

Thursdays until April 1

Classes: KAGS presents Open Studios and Classes from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Kawartha Artists' Gallery & Studio (420 O'Connell Rd., Peterborough). If you love to paint or sketch outside, or would like to give it a try you are welcome to join the friendly, active Outdoor Painters in these Paint-Outs & Paint-Ins. The fee is $2 for kags members and $4 for non-members. For more information call (705) 741-2817.

Wednesdays until April 7

Film: OPIRG presents Wednesday Night Documentaries from 7 - 9 p.m. at Sadleir House (751 George St. N., Peterborough). Everyone is invited to come to this series of thought provoking documentaries on Wednesday evenings. Wheelchair accessible. This event is free, but donations are happily accepted. For more information call (705) 741-1208.

Until Saturday, April 10

NEW THIS WEEK
Exhibition: The Blue Tomato Art Shop hosts Voices at Hand: A Spring Cleaning Project By Wendy Trusler at the Blue Tomato Art Shop (168 Hunter St. W, Peterborough). The public are invited to this performance residency by Wendy Trusler in the storefront window of The Blue Tomato Art Shop. Daily throughout the work week, Trusler will read, clip and sort personal correspondence in a piece that serves to examine the essence of why we keep letters. Contributions from the public are encouraged and will be accepted at the Blue Tomato after the project start date in March. For more information call (705) 740-1039.

Mondays until April 26

NEW THIS WEEK
Meeting: Sadleir House hosts The Stitch & Bitch from 6:30 - 9 p.m. at Sadleir House (751 George St. N., Peterborough). Beginners and vetrans alike are welcome to bring knitting, crochet, or even needlepoint to the Lecture Hall (Room 106) to work over a pot of tea or $1 coffee. Scrap yarn and extra hooks/needles will be on hand.

Until Friday, April 30

Live Music: The Dobro presents Tuesday Night Edge from 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. at the Dobro (287-289 George St. N., Peterborough). Liam Northmore hosts this '90s music influenced open mic, with a new menu from the Dobro's new kitchen.

Thursdays until May 13

Square Dancing: Otonabee Squares hosts Beginner Square Dancing at the Prince of Wales Public School (1211 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Come swing your partner and learn how to dosey doe starting September 17. Tickets are $5 per person per night. For more information call (705) 932-3678.

Until Tuesday, May 25

Live Music: The Pig's Ear Tavern hosts the Tuesday Open Mic Night from 9:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. at The Pig's Ear Tavern (144 Brock St., Peterborough). Come do it in the ear! You are heartily invited to attend and participate in this world famous open mic. Hosted by several local musical guests and oft attended by famous recording producers. No cover. For more information call (705) 745-7255.

Thursdays until May 27

Dance: Dance Your Bones presnts Dance like no one's watching - weekly! from 6 - 8 p.m. at Site Art Studio (725 Park St. S. , Peterborough). You are invited to join the tradition of ecstatic dance with an eclectic selection of music: world beat, blues, pop, classical. No partners, no steps to learn, no age limit. These sessions will run most Thursdays but not all, so please contact danceyourbones@nexicom.net to confirm. Tickets are $5-10. For more information call (705) 295-5558.

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