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Lemonade Stand Day registrations are closing Wednesday August 13th .

🍋🚨 LAST CALL FOR LEMONADERS! 🚨🍋

Details and TO REGISTER: Go to 👉 www.ptbolemonadestandday.com

This is a sweet way to give back to the community supporting your incredible Riverview Park & Zoo — Canada’s only free accredited zoo. 

Supplies for your Lemonade Day Stand are provided ( Lemonade mix, cups and signage ). Once you register you will receive a email lettin you know when supplies  are ready for pickup at the zoo.

Lemonade Stand Day - Saturday August 23rd, 2025. Peterborough and Area. If life gives you lemons, make lemonade. On Saturday August 23rd Peterborough Area Kids will be setting up Lemonade Stands everywhere. Lemonaders will be providedwith lemonade ingredients, cups and signage to set up their Lemonade Stands. Inreurn Leonaders will provide the proceeds to support  Canada's only Free Accredited Zoo, with the largest children's play area in the County, their own Peterborough Riverview Park and Zoo.  As well, the Kiwanis Club of Scott's Plains, in Celebration of its Fifty (50) Years supporting programs which support idsin our community will benefit. Kids Need Kiwanis! 

Big Bingo at Mapleridge on August 24 at 1 pm

Jackpots of $100 & $200

$20 cash at the door

Everyone Welcome

Bring your own dabbers

Mini Bucks Bid Euchre on Saturday, August 30 at Mapleridge

$5 cash at the door

Doors open at 11:15 am and cards start at 12:30 pm

pies and sandwiches available to purchase from the cafe

No Beginners Please

Saturday Night Dance at Mapleridge on August 30

$10 cash at the door

Doors open at 6:30 pm and dance from 7 to 11 pm

DJ . 50/50 . cash bar . snacks for sale

Friday Night Dance with 4 Lanes Wide on Sept 12

Doors open at 6:30 pm and dance from 7 to 11 pm

$10 cash at the door

Cash bar . 50/50

Age of Majority Event

St. Luke's Anglican Church on Sept. 13 is having a Back to School BAKESALE from 9 to noon. Stock up on lunch box treats and healthy snacks. During this same time our Thrift Shop will be open for back to school bargains.

The East Peterborough Lions Club with support from the Chemung Lake Lions Club is proud to host the 5th annual Local Walk-A-Thon in support of Leader Dogs for the Blind.  Contact John at 705-876-1905 to register or for more information.  Donations will also be accepted on site.  

We are absolutely thrilled to invite you to the 3rd Annual Canopy Cares Inclusivity Carnival, a joyful celebration of community, connection, and inclusion! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 13th, and join us from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the beautiful Dixon Park for a day packed with fun, laughter, and meaningful moments.

This year, we’re making it even easier for everyone to participate. For the first time, individuals can register independently and bring along their support worker at no additional cost. It’s all part of our commitment to creating a welcoming and accessible space for everyone in our community.

🌟 What to Expect at the Carnival 🌟

The Canopy Cares Inclusivity Carnival is all about celebrating diversity and bringing people together through shared experiences. We’ve lined up an exciting roster of entertainment and activities for all ages and abilities. Enjoy live performances from local talents including Betty Baker, Sarah Cee, Dancers from Imagine Dance Studio and the mesmerizing Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts.

Hungry? Grab a delicious BBQ lunch served by the friendly folks at the East City Lions. Kids and families will love the face painting, arts & crafts tent, popcorn, cotton candy, and the ever-popular “Zen Den” Sensory Tent provided by Autism Home Base. Don’t miss the Family Fun Tattoo Pop-Up hosted by Mike’s Tattoos, and be sure to enter our 50/50 draw and raffle prizes for a chance to win something special!

✨ New Features for 2025! ✨

We’re always looking for ways to make the Carnival even more exciting, and this year we’ve added several new attractions! Try your luck at the Dunk Tank, explore the Touch a Race Car experience, or get creative at our Tie Dye Station — just bring your own item to dye and make it your own!

We’re also introducing a Henna & Glitter Glam Bar, perfect for adding a little sparkle to your day. And in recognition of FASD Awareness Month, our FASD program will be hosting a special area with button making, rock painting, and other hands-on activities. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the important work this program does and how it supports our community.

💜 In the Spirit of Inclusivity 💜

At Canopy, we believe that everyone deserves to feel welcome and included. If the cost of a pass is a barrier to attending the Carnival, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@canopysupport.ca — we’re here to help make sure everyone can join in the fun.

We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate another unforgettable day of community, creativity, and connection. Let’s make this year’s Canopy Cares Inclusivity Carnival the best one yet!