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JULY 2009 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Thursday, July 2
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
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Thursday, July 2
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Kenn Lewis Steel Drums
We welcome summer with the sound of fresh island
rhythms & steel drums, played lakeside at the
square, accompanied by a warm evening breeze & a
summer sky. Kenn Lewis is the first in our
Waterfront Concert Series. Bring your blanket & a
lawn chair. In the event of rain, concert will
be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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Saturday, July 4
9:30 am |
Pickering Men's Pairs:
Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts this open
tournament & lunch.
3x14 ends - men's pairs.
Community Event, contact Christine Wise at
905.509.1740 or
cwise1@sympatico.ca. Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
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Saturday, July 4, 11, 18
& 25 10:00 am –
4:30 pm |
History in Action
Saturdays
Visit the museum village on Saturdays in July to see
History in Action! A different heritage
demonstration will be featured each week, and
visitors will be invited to participate. Samples of
activities may include: wool dyeing, blacksmithing
or butter making, etc. Light Tea available on July
25 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm for an extra cost.
Regular admission fees apply: $5.00/adult ~
$4.00/senior & student ~ $3.00/child ~
$15.00/family. Preschoolers and Season’s Pass
Holders FREE
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
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Sunday, July 5
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: Brian Rose Little Big Band
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fine afternoon
entertainment in the park. Brian Rose Little Big
Band is a 10-piece band with a repertoire of more
than 200 arrangements – favourites from the 30s all
the way to hits of today!
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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Sunday, July 5
4:00 pm |
Great Waterfront
Trail Adventure
The Great Waterfront Trail Adventure comes to
Pickering! This is the 2nd Annual Amazing End-to-End
Bike Tour covering 730 km of Ontario’s waterfront
and 41 communities over 8 days. Riders will begin
the journey at Niagara-on-the-Lake and may travel
all the way to the Quebec border.
Due to the Toronto strike, the City of Pickering is
pleased to host riders in Esplanade Park Sunday
afternoon through Monday morning. This is a great
opportunity for you to meet GWTA participants from
all over the world, and enjoy fun family
entertainment. Don’t miss the Treble in the Park
concert featuring the Brian Rose Little Big Band
from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Following the concert enjoy
music in the park, and Twilight the movie
will wrap up the evening at approximately 9:00 pm.
The City of Pickering would like to thank Veridian,
Enbridge, Durham Regional Police Service, Ontario
Power Generation, Starbucks and Bay Cycle Sports for
their continued support of this event.
City Partnership, visit
http://www.waterfronttrail.org/gwta for
more information. |
Esplanade Park,
Pickering Civic Complex |
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Tuesday, July 7
10:00 am
or
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Power Rangers
Discover symbols and images hidden within the
Kijimba Kind trail sculptures then carve your own
wearable keepsake using power grinders with
PineRidge Arts Council’s own, Dorsey James. Power
tools for ages 8 and up only.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson
Park. Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park |
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Thursday, July 9
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Thursday, July 9
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Peter Smith Jazz Quartet
Enjoy the infectious rhythms of Latin-jazz and
traditional South American melodies in a laid back,
entertaining style. Peter Smith Jazz Quartet is the
second in our Waterfront Concert Series. Bring your
blanket & a lawn chair. In the event of rain,
concert will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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Saturday, July 11
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Ontario Family
Fishing Weekend
Bring your friends along with a rod & reel for some
fishing fun! If you don’t have your own gear – you
can borrow from us. There will be contests, prizes &
demos. Join us for the dock dedication at noon.
Please remember: outside of this FREE fishing
weekend all anglers age 18 - 64 yrs must have an
Ontario resident angling license to fish.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Community Event, contact Wil Wegman at 905.713.7730 |
Progress Frenchman's Bay
East Park |
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Saturday, July 11 &
Sunday, July 12 |
K9 Klubhouse: AAC Dog
Agility Trials
Sanctioned Agility Trial - pre entry of dogs
required, must be trained on all Standard AAC
Agility Equipment. Spectators welcome.
Community event, free for spectators.
Contact Sharon Dunsmore 905.837.2364
Sharon@k9klubhouse.ca
www.k9klubhouse.ca |
Alex Robertson Park |
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Saturday, July 11 &
Sunday, July 12
5:30 pm
Doors open at 5 pm |
Whodunit! The
Backroom Back Stab
An interactive murder mystery dinner theatre
experience. The world of backroom politics in the
late 60's is the setting for murder in this year's
Whodunit?
Tickets on sale Friday, June 12. Cost is $50
per person / ticket.
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
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Sunday, July 12
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: The Good Times Orchestra
The Good Times Orchestra is exactly what you need to
complement a Sunday afternoon. Bring your lawn
chair.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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Tuesday, July 14
10:00 am
or
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Castles in the Sand
Learn sculpting techniques and create a sand castle
under the guidance of artist Susan Lindo of the
Durham West Arts Centre.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at the foot of Liverpool Rd. and look for the
OPG tents on the beach just west of Pickering
Nuclear. Dress for a mess! Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905-837-7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
South end of Liverpool
Road, on the beach
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Wednesday, July 15
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm |
Outdoor Theatre by
Driftwood Theatre
This year, Driftwood Theatre is pleased to present
Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare. This
is a pay what you can event. Bring your blanket and
lawn chair and enjoy the event.
Click here for synopsis.
City of Pickering is a proud Touring Partner.
Find out more about the
Bards' Bus Tour *
Event Poster
Media
Release
City Partnership, contact Marisa Carpino at ext 3223 |
Esplanade Park |
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Thursday, July 16
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
Thursday,
July 164:00 –
7:00 pm |
Skateboard
Competition
Free Teen event for Pickering residents ages 13 –
19.
Event Poster
Participants will compete in 2 separate age
categories for a chance to win some great prizes
from Switch Skate & Snow
Participant Registration Form
[PDF]
Contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078 |
Diana, Princess of Wales
Park |
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Thursday, July 16
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Full Count Blues Band
Enjoy an evening of good vibrations, rhythm blues
with the Full Count Blues Band. Bring your blanket &
a lawn chair for some lakeside entertainment.
In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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Saturday, July 18
9:30 am |
Earl Wilson Trophy:
Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts the Earl Wilson
Trophy tournament.
2x12 ends - mixed triples.
Community Event, contact Christine Wise at
905.509.1740 or
cwise1@sympatico.ca. Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
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Saturday, July 18 &
Sunday, July 19
5:30 pm
Doors open at 5 pm |
Whodunit! The
Backroom Back Stab
An interactive murder mystery dinner theatre
experience. The world of backroom politics in the
late 60's is the setting for murder in this year's
Whodunit?
Tickets on sale Friday, June 12. Cost is $50
per person / ticket.
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
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Sunday, July 19
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: Joe Fischer
Prepare to be entertained vegas-style by showman
Joe Fischer! Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some
fine afternoon entertainment in the park.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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Tuesday, July 21
10:00 am
or
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Come Fly a Kite
Kite flying is great fun and it’s easy if you know
some of the Toronto Kite Flyers secrets and safety
tips. So roll up your sleeves to make your own kite
and join in the fun! The sky is big enough for
EVERYONE!
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson
Park. Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park
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Thursday, July 23
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Thursday, July 23
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: The Genuines
No better way to spend a summer evening… The
Genuines are here to entertain! Bring your blanket &
a lawn chair for some lakeside entertainment.
In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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Saturday, July 25
9:00 am |
Durham 1/4 Marathon
Join hundreds of others
in running in Canada's only 1/4 Marathon, to support
real solutions for homeless and street youth. All
funds raised through the Durham 1/4 Marathon will go
directly to support life-changing programs for
homeless and street youth through The Refuge. The
Durham 1/4 Marathon will start in downtown Oshawa
and follow the picturesque Oshawa Creek and
Waterfront trails for a unique distance of 10.549km.
Contact Carissa Bakker at 905.260.1278, or
cbakker@durhamquartermarathon.com
www.durhamquartermarathon.com |
Memorial Park, Oshawa
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Sunday, July 26
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: Ragweed Jazz Band
Listen up &
tap those toes as the Ragweed Jazz Band takes you
back to the golden age of jazz. Bring your lawn
chair and enjoy some fine afternoon entertainment in
the park.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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Tuesday, July 28
10:00 am
or
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Never Say Ugh to a Bug
Develop a new appreciation of bugs - become an
entomologist with Scientists in School! Examine a
variety of living and preserved invertebrate
specimens. Investigate bug behaviour and habitat.
Explore insect life cycles and learn how they differ
from other invertebrates. Discover the benefit and
beauty of bugs!
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson
Park. Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park
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Thursday, July 30
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Thursday, July 30
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Black Fly Boogie
A little classic, a little country and a little rock
& roll. Let’s do the black fly boogie! Bring
your blanket & a lawn chair for some lakeside
entertainment. In the event of rain, concert
will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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AUGUST 2009 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Sunday, August 2
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: The Maple Creek Band
Put on your
straw hat and join us for some good old country
music twanging with the Maple Creek Band. Bring your
lawn chair.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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Tuesday, August 4
10:00 am
or
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Power Rangers
Discover symbols and images hidden within the
Kijimba Kind trail sculptures then carve your own
wearable keepsake using power grinders with
PineRidge Arts Council’s own, Dorsey James. Power
tools for ages 8 and up only.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy
Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson Park.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park |
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Wednesday, August 5
9:30 am |
Pickering Ladies Day:
Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts this open
tournament.
2x12 ends - ladies pairs.
Community Event, contact Christine Wise at
905.509.1740 or
cwise1@sympatico.ca. Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
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Thursday, August 6
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Thursday, August 6
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Bottom Line
Vintage rock with a twist… & shout! A line up
of favourites and forgotten jewels from decades past
is cool treat on a hot night. Join us lakeside.
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair. In the
event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
|
Saturday, August 8 &
Sunday, August 9 |
K9 Klubhouse: AAC Dog
Agility Trials
Sanctioned Agility Trial - pre entry of dogs
required, must be trained on all Standard AAC
Agility Equipment. Spectators welcome.
Community event, free for spectators.
Contact Sharon Dunsmore 905.837.2364
Sharon@k9klubhouse.ca
www.k9klubhouse.ca |
Alex Robertson Park |
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Saturday, August 8, 15,
22 & 29 10:00
am – 4:30 pm |
History in Action
Saturdays
Visit the museum village on Saturdays in August to
see History in Action! A different heritage
demonstration will be featured each week, and
visitors will be invited to participate. Samples of
activities may include: wool dyeing, blacksmithing
or butter making, etc. Light Tea available on August
8 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm for an extra cost.
Regular admission fees apply: $5.00/adult ~
$4.00/senior & student ~ $3.00/child ~
$15.00/family. Preschoolers and Season’s Pass
Holders FREE
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
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Sunday, August 9
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: Silverheels
Sure to put a
smile on your face & a bounce in your step,
Silverheels performs a mix of popular past & present
favourites. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some
fine afternoon entertainment in the park.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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Tuesday, August 11
10:00 am
or
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Pastimes of Past Times
Take a step back in time and enjoy what history has
to offer. Learn how families spent their leisure
time 100 years ago. Try your hand at good
old-fashioned pioneer games and build your own toy!
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy
Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson Park.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park |
|
Thursday, August 13
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Thursday, August 13
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Brian Rose Little Big Band
Big band – big sound! Settle in and prepare to
be entertained! Bring your blanket & a lawn
chair. In the event of rain, concert
will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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Saturday, August 15
9:30 am |
Rene Lizotte Trophy:
Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts this tournament.
2x12 ends - mixed triples. Members only
tournament.
Community Event, contact Daphne Jansz at
905.683.2873 or
Ronda123@rogers.com . Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
|
Sunday, August 16 |
India's 61st
Independence Day
An afternoon of music, cultural dances and light
refreshments.
Community Event, contact Shashi Bhatia at
905.428.9798 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Esplanade Park |
|
Sunday, August 16
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: East York Barbershoppers
Don’t miss this one! It is our pleasure to have
the 2009 Ontario District Chorus Champions
performing live in Council Chambers.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Civic Complex, Council
Chambers |
|
Tuesday, August 18
10:00 am |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Morning Program: Cathy's Crawly Composters
Yeah, we know. Lots of people think earthworms
are yucky, but they keep our environment healthy!
Learn about the cool science of vermiculture with
worm advocate, Cathy Nesbitt.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson
Park. Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park |
|
Tuesday, August 18
1:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Afternoon Program: Shakespeare in the Park
Looking for a hands-on opportunity for children
to experience live, outdoor summer theatre? The
Driftwood Theatre group is hosting “Shakespeare’s
Shorts”, a unique blend of kid-friendly workshops
and performances focusing on the works of William
Shakespeare.
Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson
Park. Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park |
|
Thursday, August 20
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
Thursday,
August 204:00
– 7:00 pm |
Skateboard
Competition
Free Teen event for Pickering residents ages 13 –
19.
Event
Poster
Participants will compete in 2 separate age
categories for a chance to win some great prizes
from Switch Skate & Snow
Contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078 |
Diana, Princess of Wales
Park |
|
Thursday, August 20
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: The Johnsons
A sure way to spend a relaxing summer evening at the
waterfront. Feel the breeze, soak in the sounds and
drift away with this classic rock & blues band.
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair. In the
event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
|
Sunday, August 23
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: The Lincolnaires
50s rock &
roll never sounded so good! Join us for a fabulous
fifties afternoon in the park! Bring your lawn
chair.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
|
Tuesday, August 25
8:00 pm |
Tuesdays on the Trail
- Movie Under the Stars
It’s all the fun of the drive-in, without the
cars! BYO lawn-chairs and find a cozy spot on the
grass for this last blast of summer fun at Alex
Robertson Park. In Partnership with St. Paul’s on
the Hill Community Food Bank. Bring a non-perishable
food item to help the Food Bank.
Event Flyer
[PDF]
Meet at Sandy Beach Road entrance to Alex Robertson
Park. Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day care
groups and camps cannot be accommodated.
Pickering Nuclear Community Information Line:
905.837.7272
Hosted by Ontario Power Generation |
Alex Robertson Park |
|
Thursday, August 27
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Thursday, August 27
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
Waterfront Concert
Series: Keslering Ridge Blue Grass
No better way to close out the season than with a
little bluegrass – don’t forget the picnic basket!
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair for some lakeside
entertainment. In the event of rain, concert
will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Pickering Lakefront:
Millennium Square |
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Sunday, August 30
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Treble in the Park
Concert Series: Uptown Swing Band
This 10 piece
band will set spirits in motion - fantastic jazz
rhythm & horn section swingin’ as we close out this
summer’s season. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy
some fine afternoon entertainment in the park.
In the event of rain, concert will be held in
Council Chambers at City Hall.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext.
2060 |
Esplanade Park Gazebo |
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SEPTEMBER 2009 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Thursday, September 3
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
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Saturday, September 5 &
Sunday, September 6 |
K9 Klubhouse: AAC Dog
Agility Trials
Sanctioned Agility Trial - pre entry of dogs
required, must be trained on all Standard AAC
Agility Equipment. Spectators welcome.
Community event, free for spectators.
Contact Sharon Dunsmore 905.837.2364
Sharon@k9klubhouse.ca
www.k9klubhouse.ca |
Alex Robertson Park |
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Saturday, September 5
9:30 am |
President's
Trophy: Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts this tournament.
2x12 ends - mixed triples. Members only
tournament.
Community Event, contact Daphne Jansz at
905.683.2873 or
Ronda123@rogers.com . Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
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Saturday, September 5
10:00 am – 4:30 pm |
History in Action
Saturdays
Visit the museum village to see History in Action! A
heritage demonstration will be featured, and
visitors will be invited to participate. Samples of
activities may include: wool dyeing, blacksmithing
or butter making, etc. Light Tea available from 1:00
pm – 4:00 pm for an extra cost.
Regular admission fees apply: $5.00/adult ~
$4.00/senior & student ~ $3.00/child ~
$15.00/family. Preschoolers and Season’s Pass
Holders FREE
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
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Thursday, September 10
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
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Friday, September 11
4:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
PAC 4 Teens Car Wash
Bring your car down for a wash and support your
local Activity Council for teens! $4 per car
City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660
ext. 6100 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
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Sunday, September 13
9:00 am |
Terry Fox Run
The Annual Terry Fox Run is a non-competitive, 1-10
kilometre event. Participants can walk, jog, wheel
or bike to raise money for cancer research for the
Terry Fox Foundation. No pre-registration is
required.
Community Event, contact Kevin Cahill 905.420.4660
ext. 2059 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Thursday, September 17
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
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September 18, 25 & 26
September 17 & 24
(students only) |
A Spirit Walk
Join the rebels of the 1837 Rebellion as they plan
their historic march on Toronto. Teachers, book your
class now!
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 21. Cost is
$15 per person / ticket.
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at
905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
|
Saturday, September 19
9:30 am |
Mixed - Novice Lead:
Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts this tournament.
2x12 ends - mixed triples. Members only
tournament.
Community Event, contact Daphne Jansz at
905.683.2873 or
Ronda123@rogers.com . Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
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Saturday, September 19 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex Open House
Try out the newest fitness equipment and programs.
Kids activities and games – something for everyone!
City Event, contact Heather Harrison 905.683.6582 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
|
September 19 - 27 |
TD Great Canadian
Shoreline Clean Up
Cadets, students, community groups - Join the
team of Canadians that are making a difference by
registering for the TD Great Canadian Shoreline
Clean Up, which takes place September 19 - 27.
For more information, please visit
http://www.vanaqua.org/cleanup/home.php or call 905.420.4660 ext. 2043.
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Throughout the City of
Pickering |
|
Thursday, September 24
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Thursday, October 1
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
|
Saturday, October 3 &
Sunday, October 4 |
K9 Klubhouse: AAC Dog
Agility Trials
Sanctioned Agility Trial - pre entry of dogs
required, must be trained on all Standard AAC
Agility Equipment. Spectators welcome.
Community event, free for spectators.
Contact Sharon Dunsmore 905.837.2364
Sharon@k9klubhouse.ca
www.k9klubhouse.ca |
Alex Robertson Park |
|
Saturday, October 3
9:30 am |
Closing Day:
Lawn Bowling Tournament
Pickering Lawn Bowling Club hosts this tournament.
2x12 ends - mixed triples. Members only
tournament.
Community Event, contact Daphne Jansz at
905.683.2873 or
Ronda123@rogers.com . Visit
www.pickeringlbc.ca |
East Shore Community
Centre: Pickering Lawn Bowling Club |
|
Sunday, October 4
12:00 pm to 4:30 pm |
Fall Family Festival
Pickering Museum Village Foundation’s annual
fundraising event with music, children’s activities,
amazing race, 3rd annual Rubber Duckie RACE and more
fun for the whole family.
Free admission.
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
|
Thursday, October 8
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Farmers Market
Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open
every Thursday until Thanksgiving.
Media Release
[PDF]
City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522,
erin@dwac.ca,
www.dwac.ca
Location is the Pickering Recreation Complex, at the
back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). |
Pickering Recreation
Complex
(at the back by the arena entrance)
Location Map |
Thursday, October 8
Thursday, October 15
Thursday, October 22
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Pickering Stars
Auditions
Free Teen event for Pickering residents ages 13 –
19. Sign up today, to showcase your vocal talent.
Top 15 Semi Finalists will receive some great
prizes! Compete for your chance to make the top 10!
City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660
ext. 6100 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
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Saturday, October 17
9:00 am - 12:30 pm |
Household Hazardous
Waste & Goodwill Collection Event
Get rid of unwanted household hazardous waste for
free and keep it out of the landfill. You can also
help our community by donating gently used items to
Goodwill.
City Partnership, contact Chantal Whitaker (City of
Pickering) 905.420.4660 ext. 2170; Elizabeth Locket
(Region of Durham) 905.668.4113 ext. 2843 |
South Esplanade parking
lot |
Saturday, October 24
9:00 am to 4:00 pm |
25th Annual Durham
Regional Police Children's Game
The 25th
Annual DRP Children’s Games. Children between the
ages of six and eighteen with physical disabilities
will compete for medals, trophies and have a lot of
fun! Spectators welcome!
Contact Prem Noronha-Waldriff at 905.420.4660 ext.
3229 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Saturday, October 24
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
Pickering Stars Semi
Finals
Top 15 Pickering Stars will compete for a chance to
make the top 10 – to compete at the Finals for some
amazing prizes!
Contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660
ext. 6100 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
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Monday, October 26
7:00 pm |
Ward 3 - Town Hall
Meeting
Mayor Dave Ryan invites Ward 3 residents to attend
this public forum. Discuss concerns or suggestions
you may have in regard to some of the opportunities
and challenges facing Ward 3 and our community.
City Event, contact Mark Guinto at 905.420.4660 ext.
2013 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
October
TBD |
Waste Reduction Week
Waste Reduction Week is a National initiative
that strives to raise awareness about resource
consumption, waste reduction and diversion. The City
of Pickering gets involved in this initiative
annually by carrying out internal and external
education campaigns and waste reduction challenges.
Whether you want to get involved as part of your
school community, business, not-for-profit
association or individually, there are opportunities
for everyone. For participation ideas and to
register, log onto the Waste Reduction Week Canada
website at
wrwcanada.com .
City Event, contact Chantal Whitaker at
905.420.4660 ext. 2043 |
Throughout the City of
Pickering |
October
Time and date TBA |
Sprint Swim Meet
Pickering Swim Club hosts this 2-day invitational
swim meet with teams from across Ontario.
Community Event, contact Pickering Swim Club
Publicity - Heather Toswell at 905.831.7387 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Friday, November 6
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Live Out Loud
Free Teen partnership event for Pickering and
Ajax residents ages 13 - 19. Four local youth bands
compete for some great prizes! As well prize draws
for participants. Booths are also set up by local
agencies to promote drug awareness.
Contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078 |
Lincoln Alexander Public
School
95 Church St. N., Ajax |
Saturday, November 7
9:00 am to 1:00 pm |
South Pickering
Seniors Club Bazaar
Annual event hosted by South Pickering Seniors.
Event features white elephant sale, Holiday
decorations, baked goods and knit wear.
Contact South Pickering Seniors at 905.420.5049 |
East Shore Community
Centre |
Saturday, November 7
10:30 am –
5:00 pm
and
Sunday, November 8
10:30 am –
4:00 pm |
Durham Potters' Guild
22nd Annual Christmas Show and Sale
A percentage of sales to
benefit The Denise House.
For more information / map, visit
www.durhampotters.com |
Ajax Kinsmen Heritage
Centre
120 Roberson Drive
Pickering Village, Ajax |
Saturday, November 7
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Pickering Stars Final
Watch the Top 10 Finalists compete for the
title. Who will be the next “Pickering Star”?
FREE - Public welcome!
City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660 ext. 6100 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
Wednesday, November 11
10:45 am |
Remembrance Day
Service
Remembrance Day service and observance.
City Partnership, contact Jody Morris at
905.420.4660 ext. 2064 |
Civic Complex
Esplanade Park |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Friday, December 4 & 11
at 8:00 pm
Saturday, December 5 & 12 at 2:00 pm
Sunday, December 6 &
13 at 2:00 pm |
Robin Hood and the
Singing Nun
Once again, Backwoods presents panto- a play chock
full of puns, pratfalls, and pizzazz! Bring your
kids, your grandmas, your friends for a
laughter-filled chance to cheer the heroes and boo
the villains to your heart’s content.
Tickets go on sale Friday, November 6. Cost is
$15.00 per person/ticket.
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at
905.683.8401 |
Brougham Community Hall |
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Friday, December 4
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Christmas Tree
Lighting
Free family event including the annual Christmas
tree lighting, a visit from Santa, holiday crafts,
rides, fireworks, BBQ, chip truck, hot chocolate and
live entertainment for both children and adults.
Food donations for St. Paul’s Food Bank will be
accepted at this event.
City Partnership, contact Jody Morris at
905.420.4660 ext. 2064 |
Esplanade Park,
Pickering Civic Complex |
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Sunday, December 6
1:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Poinsettia Tea
Pickering Adults 55+ are welcomed in by music from
Pickering Concert Band. Event features George Lake
Big Band for listening and dancing pleasure. Light
refreshments are served and poinsettia raffles take
place. Admission is $5.00 per person/ticket.
Contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078 |
Recreation Complex |
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Sunday, December 6 &
Sunday, December 13
12:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Christmas in the
Village
Join the inhabitants of the museum village as they
busily prepare for their holiday celebrations.
Includes Scottish Hogmanay, Welsh traditions,
Victorian English Christmas celebrations and Squire
Jonathan’s Christmas Ball. Admission fee
applies.
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village |
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December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12
& 13 |
Robin Hood and the
Singing Nun
Once again, Backwoods presents panto- a play chock
full of puns, pratfalls,and pizzazz! Bring your
kids, your grandmas, your friends for a
laughter-filled chance to cheer the heroes and boo
the villains to your heart’s content. Tickets
go on sale Friday, November 6. Cost is $15 per
person/ticket.
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at
905.683.8401 |
Brougham Community Hall |
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Tuesday, December 8
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Make a Joyful Noise
Music Night by Veridian
Enjoy a free
concert featuring local musicians and choirs playing
a variety of holiday favourites. Food donations for
St. Paul’s on the Hill will be accepted at this
event.
City Partnership, contact Jody Morris at
905.420.4620 ext. 2064 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
|
Thursday, December 10
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Make a Joyful Noise
Music Night by Veridian
Enjoy a free
concert featuring local musicians and choirs playing
a variety of holiday favourites. Food donations for
St. Paul’s on the Hill will be accepted at this
event.
City Partnership, contact Jody Morris at
905.420.4620 ext. 2064 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
|
Saturday, December 12
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Make a Joyful Noise
Music Night by Veridian
Enjoy a free
concert featuring local musicians and choirs playing
a variety of holiday favourites. Food donations for
St. Paul’s on the Hill will be accepted at this
event.
City Partnership, contact Jody Morris at
905.420.4620 ext. 2064 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
|
Wednesday, December 16
7:15 pm |
Mayor's Light Tour
Free event for local adults 55+, to tour the streets
of Pickering and enjoy the neighbourhood lights.
After the light tour, participants are taken to the
Pickering Recreation Complex for a short reception,
featuring music by Brian Rose’s Little Big Band.
Light refreshments are served and participants then
board the bus to return to their original pick up
locations.
Contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078 |
Various Locations |
|
December
Time and date TBA |
Lisa Flood Christmas
Classic
Pickering Swim Club hosts this annual 3-day swim meet.
Community Event, contact Pickering Swim Club
Publicity, Heather Toswell at 905.831.7387 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
|
Thursday, December 31
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
New Year's Eve Family
Countdown
Free family skate & swim with games, prizes and New
Year Countdown. Bring a food donation for our
local food bank.
City Event, contact Nancy Sands-Bayley at
905.420.4660 ext. 3230 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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JANUARY 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Friday, January 1
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Mayor's New Year's
Day Levee
Join Mayor Ryan and Members of Council to bring in
the New Year!
City Event, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4660 ext.
2064 |
Pickering Civic Complex |
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