This annual book sale is the largest of its kind in.  Besides thousands of novels, there will be children's books, non-fiction, DVDs, etc.  It is organized by the Friends of the Smiths Falls Library and the proceeds go to the purchase of furnishings for the newly renovated children's library.

Our community needs you. Let’s come together and donate blood today. Same day and open appointment spots are often available at donation events. Book now on blood.ca, use the GiveBlood app or call 1 888 2 DONATE (1 888 236-6283).

50/50 Draw to Help End Blood Cancer Funds raised by this raffle will directly support the research efforts and awareness initiatives of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. To learn more about how they are advocating for the blood cancer community from coast to coast, visit their website: https://www.bloodcancers.ca/ Buy your tickets online

Funds raised at this giant yard sale/ pie & bake sale will support the humanitarian projects of Project Reach Out in Ghana, West Africa, including education (schools, library, computer training), income generation, microfinance and scholarships. Sale will be held at Centennial Road Church, 3545 County Rd#27, Lyn, ON K0E 1M0.  Thank you for your support!

The Rotary Club of Peterborough is proud to introduce Bright Futures a new fundraiser in support of local and international Rotary Projects that help individuals and families to live Brighter Futures. 

Bright Futures is a raffle ticket fundraiser with more than $7500 in prizes available. The winning tickets will be drawn live at a dance party at the McDonnel Street Activity Centre on June 8th. 

Bright Futures Committee Co-Chair Amy Simpson says “organizers aimed to to offer prizes that would appeal to a broad number of adventure-minded people, including a $5000 travel voucher from Blowes & Stewart Travel, a 5-Night Cottage Rental on Catchacoma Lake and a Palusky Kayak and Paddle.” Fellow Co-Chair Susan Sharp notes that the Dance on June 8th will be a casual celebration with snacks, a cash bar, silent auction and live music from local band The Patio Stones. Doors open at 7PM and the draw itself will take place at 9PM. The owners of the winning tickets do not need to be present to win the draw prizes but Sharp adds “it would certainly add to the excitement to have the winners on site when the big prizes are given away.” 

Raffle tickets can be purchased for $10 each or 3 for $20. Dance tickets are $50. 

For raffle tickets, dance tickets or auction donations please email contact@peterboroughrotary.ca.  

Tickets can also be purchased in person at Grady’s Feet Essentials, 231 King Street in Peterborough. 

The Rotary Club of Peterborough was established in 1921 and currently has just over 70 members.  Over its proud history, the Club has supported many local and international activities and events, from its early sponsorship of Five Counties Children’s Centre, The Rotary Spelling Bee and The Prince of Wales School Breakfast Programs to world-wide efforts in polio eradication, clean water, world peace and literacy.  The Rotary Club of Peterborough, which usually meets for lunch two Mondays per month, is one of four clubs in the immediate area and one of over 46,000 clubs, with 1.4 million members around the world. The Club celebrated its 100th Anniversary on April 1, 2021.                      

For additional information about Bright Futures:

Amy Simpson contact@peterboroughrotary.ca

Susan Sharp contact@peterboroughrotary.ca

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In this workshop children will create their very own hand crafted journal. Your child will not only feel satisfaction for making their own book and personalizing it however they would like, but it will also make a great space for them to store memories.

The Camp is Friday June 7, 2024 from 9:30am - 12pm  and are suitable for children ages 6-12. The cost is $25 per attendant and pre-registration is required. Children are encouraged to bring their own peanut free snacks. For more information or to register phone 705-743-9710.