Like to play cribbage? join us every Friday at 1PM at the North Bay Golden Age Club, 235 Worthington West - $2 for members, $3. for non-members. Everyone welcome. Please bring cribbage board - we need extras !
Saturdays at 7 at St. Andrew's United Church, 85 William Street S., Chatham presents Under A Celtic Moon. In celebration of St. Andrew's Celtic roots, this concert will feature Celtic tunes from well-known hymns to on-screen favourites. Donations at the doors (suggested $15). All are welcome!
For more information call 519-352-0010 or www.standrewschatham.org/music
Family Trees, displays and family history materials about three early Brockville families: Buells, Sherwoods and Schofields.
by Leeds Grenville Branch OGS (Ontario Genealogical Society)
Family Day, Monday February 20th, 10 am- 4 pm
Brockville Museum, 5 Henry St. Brockville ON K6V 6M4
Used Publications for sale (local census, newspaper & cemetery records) - $2 - $5
Join us for this interesting Family day activity!
Check our website for details: leedsandgrenville.ogs.on.ca
EARTH HOUR 2023
Turn your lights off at home and come outside to join the Peterborough Astronomical Association
& celebrate this annual, free, public, all age’s event…..Earth Hour 2023!
With telescopic views of Venus, Mars, crescent Moon, Orion and other constellations, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies!
Bring along your binoculars and join a guided tour of the night sky including constellations and other sky gems!
All from the top of Armour Hill at the end of Museum Drive at 300 Hunter St. East,
Saturday, March 25th Dusk to Midnight (Weather Permitting)
Please park in the parking lot of the Peterborough Museum and Archives and walk up the hill. Dress appropriately for the weather and temperature.
This is a weather dependent event.
If the skies are cloudy & precipitating, the event will be canceled.
The monthly meeting of the Peterborough Astronomical Association's (PAA) will take place March 3rd, as a “Hybrid Meeting”, both online and at our traditional physical location of the Rotary Education Centre/Guest Services Building, Riverview Park Zoo. Even these troubled times cannot stop the spread of information and knowledge by the members of the PAA. Our work around involves using a Zoom platform. To participate via Zoom, just make sure that in advance, you opened a (free) Zoom account on whatever iphone or tablet or device you wish to participate with and then contact https://www.peterboroughastronomy.com/zoom_register.php for the password and link to our evenings classes and presentations. If you wish to participate in-person you are welcome to do so at the Zoo, but “masking” required, please and thank you!
Our “Novice Astronomy Classes” are focused on the practical aspects of learning about astronomy. You will be introduced to astronomy related subjects at a very basic level, but in a logical sequence. This month's session is a continuation of our Astronomy Class Series, Lesson 12 in the series, “Choosing a Telescope”. So, you are looking to purchase your first telescope and have more questions than answers? Maybe you already have a telescope that is sitting unused, banished to a corner of a closet gathering dust instead of out under the stars where it belongs. Choosing the right telescope can be a confusing endeavour, especially if you are new to astronomy. There are a myriad of choices and equally baffling terminology. In this month’s Novice Astronomy Class we will cut through the advertising hype and acquaint you with the different telescope designs available today and their advantages and disadvantages. You will leave with confidence to select an instrument that will provide years of enjoyment as you explore the night sky.
Come join us at the PAA’s next Novice Astronomy Class to learn about the night sky and take your first step in becoming acquainted with astronomy. Join us anytime!
If you are even remotely interested, be on-line by 6:00 p.m. to see what you can learn about the Universe around you. The classes will run about 45 minutes each session, before our regular meeting resumes. There’s no obligation to stay for the meeting that follows, but you are more than welcome to if you wish.
Shortly after 7:00 p.m. there will be a brief meeting. The main event for this month will be a presentation by club member, Mike McCarthy , entitled ”Navigating Stellarium”. This month’s presentation is an introduction to “Stellarium”, which is a free open source planetarium software for your computer. It shows a realistic sky in 3D, just like what you see with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope. Mike will show you how to navigate this “genie in a bottle” that every astronomer needs to some degree.
Why not check this out? The price is right…it costs you nothing but your time.
Also, don’t miss “Telescope Roundtable” this month, as member Sean Dunne tells us about his telescopic adventures.
The Sky This Month will be posted on our club website for all to access. There will also be the usual opportunities to have your questions answered, at no cost. All we ask is that you register in advance at https://www.peterboroughastronomy.com/zoom_register.php This is an all ages meeting and the venue is totally barrier free. Just relax at home and “live and learn” as they say. Also, you don’t need a telescope to participate, but a curious mind helps.
Community Hubs offer free space for community-led activities
Burlington, Ont.—Feb. 17, 2023— The City of Burlington is now offering Community Hubs at two locations for free community-led activities.
Community groups looking to provide free activities, programs or events to Burlington residents can book a free Community Hub. The activities or events can be on-going or a one-time opportunity that enhance community connections. To qualify for free use, programs and activities must be at no cost to participants. This could include training, community meetings, support groups, clubs, gatherings, cultural activities or other neighbourhood programs.
The cost of insurance will also be covered.
Businesses, for-profits, socials or any program that generates money or future businesses can rent the space at regular rates plus the cost of insurance.
Orchard Hub - NEW
2400 Sutton Dr., Burlington, in St. Christopher’s Catholic Elementary School
A community open house drop-in at the Orchard Hub is scheduled for Feb. 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Orchard residents and program providers are welcome to attend.
Haber Hub
3040 Tim Dobbie Dr., Burlington in the Haber Community Centre.
Size of space, features and amenities include:
Groups looking to learn more about the space can arrange a tour via email communityconnects@burlington.ca. Groups booking a Community Hub must complete the application form with a short summary of the details for intended use.
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Emilie Cote, Director of Recreation, Community and Culture
“There are many great, local community groups who would like to provide programming or hold events but need a bigger space or don’t always have the money to pay for a rental. The City is proud to offer two free Community Hubs to make these neighbourhood connections possible. A Community Hub can provide a chance for groups to connect people for fun, engagement or learning opportunities.”
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Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner w/ Potatoes & Turnip & Carrots and Dessert. Music by Miko. $20. Tickets NOW @ Bar. 905-685-8461
Join Muskoka Heritage Place in celebrating Heritage Week February 20-26, 2023. Heritage Week is an annual opportunity in Ontario to celebrate heritage, traditions, and cultural expressions. For the entire week, enjoy free admission to the Muskoka Museum and learn all about what life was like in Muskoka in the 1880s. Explore the featured exhibit A Tough Go – The Earliest Years of Settlement.
Everyone is welcome to take part in the Museums scavenger hunt where you can be entered into a draw for a free one-year family membership to the entire Muskoka Heritage Place experience, including the Village, Museums and Train for two adults and two children.
Don’t miss the opportunity to meet Patrick Boyer local author of the novel Putting Muskoka on the Map: From Indigenous Wayfinding to Satellite Imaging, the first edition of his Modern History of Muskoka series portraying the centuries-long drama which proves that putting Muskoka on a map was neither easy nor simple. Boyer will provide an author talk and book signing at the Muskoka Museum Saturday, February 25 at 10:30am.
In addition, Muskoka Museum is offering discounts in the gift shop of up to 50% off select items which feature local artisan wares, keepsakes, paintings, candle, Victorian games and much, much more…
Visit Muskoka Heritage Place February 21 – 25 and celebrate heritage in Muskoka. For hours of operation and location please visit muskokaheritageplace.ca.
Develop new skills, gain confidence and learn to cut costs, all while connecting with others.
Empowering yourself through hands on workshops
We will meet weekly to to explore skills in these three areas: Do it yourself handiwork, quick and healthy food, creative crafting.
Lent Bible Study at Trinity Church
Wednesdays during lent 10-11:30am
Silent Witnesses - The Thorns, The Robe, The Nail, The Spear, The Shroud, The Stone - If only these things could speak! What might they tell us about our Lord's Passion from their viewpoint?
Sessions: 10:00 to 11:30 AM
1 Feb 22 The Thorns. Ash Wednesday – Service to follow
2 March 1 The Robe
3 March 8 The Nail
4 March 15 The Spear
5 March 22 The Shroud
6 March 29th The Stone
All are welcome to join us at this Lenten Study!
