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Lakefield Golden Years Club, 275 Queen St., Lakefield would like you to join their Club! Many activities to keep you interested, connected socially and widen your circle of friends. Activities include crafted cards, bridge (beginner and advanced), carving, shuffleboard, euchre, scrabble and more. Open to adding more activities now that they have more space. General meetings take place once a month at 12:30 with lunch and entertainment. Call Barb Craig at 652-3148 for info and on times and dates.
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Art Exhibits
"Faces and Figures" - Original works of art the main subject of which is the human face or figure, opening at Kawartha Artists' Gallery and Studio on Sun., Mar. 28 running through April 15. An inspired new show by KAGS member artists. Enter through the "Red Door" at 420 O'Connell Rd., Ptbo. For info call 741-2817.
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Events
Betsy McGregor invites the community to slides by Lieutenant Colonel Karen McCrimmon, first woman ever to command a Canadian Forces Air Force Squadron. Karen will speak on Wed., Mar. 24 at the Lakefield Legion from 10:30 - 11:30 am. No charge, all welcome.
Come join us at our Lenten Lunches at St. John's Anglican Church from noon - 1 pm for lunch and listen to local speakers. Cost is $4. Mar. 18 - Rev. Munroe Scott, St. John the Baptist, Lakefield and Mar. 25 - Chris Jones, Youth Unlimited, Lakefield. Please call the church office at 652-8302 to book or cancel by the preceding Tues.
Easter Turkey Spin and entertainment Sat., Mar. 27 at the Lakefield Legion in the club room. Turkey Spin from 1 - 4 pm and entertainment from 4:30 - 7 pm. Admission is free, everyone welcome. Age of majority event. Wheelchair accessible.
KAPEX 2010, the 54th annual Stamp Show and Exhibition of the Kawartha Stamp Club will be held on Sat., Mar. 27 from 9:30 am - 4 pm at the Evinrude Centre, Ptbo. Plenty of free parking and handicap accessible. Free admission. For further info call Chairperson Ted Lichacz at 705-277-3095.
Kawartha Choice Speed Dating - Business Networking Event on Mon., Mar. 29 at Evinrude Centre, Ptbo., from 1 - 4 pm. Cost is $10/buyer, $25/farmer. This event provides the opportunity for chefs, restaurateurs, caterers, retailers and buyers to meet and develop business relationships with local producers. To register contact GPA EDC at 743-0777.
March is the last month for one-on-one computer tutoring. Book now for your free computer lesson. Computer workshops are available at the Bridgenorth Branch each Wed. morning at 10 am. Please call 292-5065 to register.
Now your library never closes! Douro-Dummer Public Library is pleased to announce a digital library where card holders can browse, check out and download best-selling and classic audio books. The "Virtual Branch" is available anytime of day from anywhere in the world. Visit http://www.dourodummer.on.ca/departmentlibrary.php and try it today.
Sat., Mar. 20 the Kawartha Marine Modelers will hold a ship model show at Lindsay Square Mall from 10 am - 3 pm. Come and learn about the fascinating hobby of model ship building and radio control. For info call John at 705-374-4240 or Tony at 705-325-0526.
Sat., Mar. 27 at the Buckhorn Community Centre - Russell Roy's Comedy Night at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm. Tickets $10. Good clean comedy. For details call 657-8833.
Trent University Native Association's Pow Wow the 33rd Annual Tradition Sat., Mar. 27 at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School 1009 Armour Rd., Ptbo. Grant Entry at 12 pm sharp. Doors open at 11 am. Admission $5 for adults, $3 for students and elders and under 5 are free.
Try kickboxing every Thursday at 8:15 pm with Jodie Mulder at LDIS - cost is $5 per night and no registration is required. This is a fundraiser for Youth Unlimited.
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For Adults
Are you a caregiver or do you know a caregiver in need of some respite? Our professional and caring staff are her to help with offering comfort to both participants and caregivers with regular respite offered Mon., Wed., and Fri., from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm at the Marshland Centre in Lakefield. Good times are shared throughout the day with many programs such as singing, shuffleboard and card games. If you are interested in our services please contact Doreen Anderson-Roy at 745-9155.
Join us at the Bridgenorth Library at 836 Charles St., as we take a look at healthy aging. Space is limited. Please register in advance at 292-5065. On Mar. 17 at 2 pm Chemong Physiotherapy, Mar. 24 at 2 pm Sample Yoga classes and Mar. 29 at 2 pm the Impact of stress on health. For info on any programs please visit www.MyPublicLibrary.ca.
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For Kids
At the Douro-Dummer Library - Local Children's Art Display on until Mar. 31 at 435 Douro 4th Line, Douro. Mixed media display featuring a collection of art by local homeschoolers. The library is open from Mon. - Fri. from 3 - 7 pm and Tues., Thurs., and Sat. from 10 am to 1 pm.
Join the Bridgenorth Public Library on Sun., Mar. 21 from 2 - 3 pm to sit by the fire and listen to local authors read from their work. No registration is required for this free event. Authors include - Florence Treadwell, Betsy Struthers and Lea Harper.
March Break programs at Hutchison House Museum include: Teddy bears on Mar. 16 from 9:30 - noon. Cost is $15 per child. Needlepoint and weaving on Mar. 16 from 1 - 4 pm Cost is $15 per child. Dream catchers on Mar. 17 from 9:30 - noon cost is $15 per child. Kaleidoscopes on Mar. 18 from 9:30 - noon cost is $15 per child. Make your own book on Mar. 19 from 9:30 - noon cost is $15 per child. Call 743-9710 or visit www.hutchisonhouse.ca or email hutchisonhouse@nexicom.net for further details.
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Meetings
Annual General Meeting of the Bridgenorth Beautification Committee will held on on Thurs., Apr. 1 at 7:30 pm at Bridgenorth United Church, 832 Charles St. Please enter main doors, walk through foyer and enter overflow area. Reports on progress over the past year and proposed future developments.
The Peterborough and Area Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association's Spring meeting will be held on Tues., Mar. 30 at the Free Methodist Church at 450 Lansdowne St., Ptbo. Pot luck at 6:30 - bring your Gluten-Free dish with copies of the recipe to share as well as your plate, mug and cutlery. Many prizes to be won. For info call Shirley Stewart at 905-372-2361 or shirleystewart@cogeco.ca.
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Misc.
1st Lakefield Sea Scouts is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2011 and is requesting the community's assistance to compile an archival collection to display during its celebrations. If you have been involved with the Lakefield Scouts, and have old photos, stories, memorabilia, etc., call Herb Reinhart at 705-768-6511 or email herb.reinhart@nexicom.net.
Young's Point United Church still has some chocolate Easter eggs available. The eggs can be purchased for $2 each at the Lakefield Pantry, Salon Sorella, FreeFlo Physiotherapy, Lakefield Chiropractic Centre, Lakefield Home Hardware, Lakefield United Church, Granny's Restaurant, Selwyn Restaurant and Honkytonk Restaurant in Bridgenorth.
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Music
Country Music Dance Jamboree and fundraiser for MS Walk. M.C. Graham Hart hosting an afternoon of toe tapping country music on Sun., Mar. 28 from 1 - 5 pm at Trentwinds International Centre, 264 Lansdowne St., Ptbo. Admission is $8 pp at the door. For info call Paul at 740-9509 or Roy at 705-799-6482.
Peterborough New Horizons Bands presents Spring Melodies. come and listen to a spirited selection of popular medley's, show tunes and more. Featuring the Oak and birch Bands, Wind Ensemble and the dynamic Dynamics. Fri., Mar. 26 at 7:30 pm at Thomas A. Stewart School. Tickets $8 at the door or call 654-9990.
Sun., Mar. 21 from 1 - 6 at the Lakefield Legion Club Room back by popular demand "Cat Fish Willie & the Buckle Busters." Hot food available - chili, cabbage rolls and shepherds pie - $5 your choice. Admission is free. Everyone is welcome to this age of majority event.
The Andrew Shedden Band will be performing live on Mar. 19 at The Dobro. Chance to win an autographed bass guitar and more prizes. For info visit www.asband.ca.
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Support Groups
Lakefield Caregiver Support Group - last Monday of every month from 1 - 2:30 pm at Lakefield Extendicare at 24 Fraser St. Support groups allow caregivers the opportunity to discuss issues, share coping strategies and to learn more about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. For info before attending call Susan Barringer at 748-5131.
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Theatre & Film
Fri., March 19 upstairs at the Lakefield Legion. It's a mystery comedy entitled "Cast Adrift' or the "Case of the Disappearing Playwright." Tickets in advance are $20 pp and available at the Legion. Social hour is at 6 pm and roast beef dinner at 7 pm and show begins at 8 pm. Wheelchair accessible. For info call Jim Warren at 652-6026.
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Volunteers
Respite visits are a pressing need for caregivers and their loved ones during the Alzheimer journey. Give the gift of empathy and support by becoming a "Friendly Visiting Volunteer." For further info call 748-5131.
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Workshops
Community Workshop: Organizing for Change Using an Anti-Oppression Framework with anti-racist artist/educator Chet Singh. Fri., Mar. 26 from 11 am to 1 pm. Bring a lunch. Sadlier House, Ptbo. Cost is $10 or pay what you can. To register or inquiries contact Julie at kwic@trentu.ca or 748-1680.