Here is a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town the next 48 hours.
STUFF TO DO
Friday: Nicholas Campbell & The Metre Cheaters – 3rd Annual Concert and Album Release — 8 to 10:30 pm at The Historic Market Hall. The band returns for their annual spring tour, promoting their third album People Like To Talk (released January 26). Special guest Jamie Oliver, The Country Crooner from Toronto, joins the show. Enjoy an evening of rockabilly, honky tonk, and rock ’n’ roll at Peterborough’s premier live music venue.
Saturday: The Lady Bards: A Fling into Spring — Shakespeare-inspired improv comedy by the all-female troupe at The Theatre on King from 7–9 pm. The performers create scenes from audience suggestions for a night of laughter and springtime fun.
Saturday: Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny — Community river race and celebration in Port Hope from 10 am to 3 pm along the Ganaraska River. Free for spectators; $25 to register a canoe or kayak, $35 for a “crazy craft”. If river conditions require, the event may move to April 18.
Saturday and Sunday: Peterborough Home, Garden and Cottage Show — Returns to Healthy Planet Arena from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 9 am. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Presented by Forest Hill Real, the show is ideal for anyone planning a project at their home or cottage.
LOCAL SPORTS: Support Our Teams
Peterborough Minor Ball Hockey League (OBHA)
Friday at 6pm: Pest Control 4 U vs NAPA – Sidey’s
Friday at 7pm: Rapid Lift vs Northern Edge Construction
Friday at 8pm: Norwood Legion vs Landcor
**All games take place at the Cavan Monaghan Community Centre**
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