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Artfest on the Esplanade
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February 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

  February Family Calendar  

Sunday, February 2 to Thursday March 1
 
8:30 am – 4:30 pm

St. Mary Catholic School Art Show “Art Matters”
Grade 12 art and photography students will showcase their work in this annual Art Show.  The works consist of paintings, photography, drawings, sculpture, and media art pieces.
Media Release
Partnership with SMCS, contact Marisa Carpino at 905.420.4660 ext. 3223

Civic Complex Lobby
Saturday, February 4
10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Seedy Saturday
Hosted by Bloomers & Britches, the heritage gardeners of Pickering Museum Village, Seedy Saturday features garden-related vendors, guest speakers and of course, the chance to swap your seeds!   Admission is $3 per person at the door.
Media Release
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Recreation Complex
Saturday, February 4

Claremont Winter Carnival
Claremont Community Association 
Community event, contact sandy-and-frank@hotmail.com or phone 905.649.2653

Claremont
Every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday Rouge Park Guided Outings
Join us in Rouge Park for a guided walk along many of our trails and discover parts of the Park you might not have visited yet, or learn and share a bit more about your favourite spot in the Park.
 More info
Walks meet at various points in Rouge Park. Visit the website for full schedule and meeting point details
Sunday, February 5

St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Art Show Reception
Grade 12 art and photography students showcase their work in this annual Art Show.  The works consist of paintings, photography, drawings, sculpture, and media art pieces.  Reception in lobby from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pmCeremony begins in Chambers at 2:30 pm
Partnership with SMCS, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4660 ext. 3223

Civic Complex: lobby & Council Chambers

Entries Due
Thursday, February 9

Senior of the Year Award - Entries Due
Media Release
The City of Pickering is honoured to recognize one local senior for their outstanding accomplishments. To be eligible for the award, the individual must be over 65 years of age and have enriched the social, cultural or civic life of the community. Please provide a submission highlighting your nominee’s accomplishments on one page. Entries must be received by February 9, 2011. The evening recipients Invited to a recognition ceremony as part of our Seniors Month Celebration on the second Sunday in June.
City Event, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4620 ext 3601

Civic Complex

Entries can be mailed to:
Supervisor, Culture & Recreation
One The Esplanade
Pickering, ON
L1V 6K7
Thursday, February 9

Nomination Deadline is 4:00 pm

Civic Award Nomination Deadline
The City of Pickering will be presenting Civic Awards to members of the community who have made a significant contribution to the City of Pickering during the 2011.
We invite and encourage you to submit nominations for individuals, groups, and business who you feel are deserving of recognition.  View Media Release
Nomination forms must be received by Thursday, February 9 at 4:00 pm. For more information please contact the Customer Care Centre. Nomination Form [PDF]
City Event, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4620 ext 3601

Civic Complex

Entries can be mailed to:
Supervisor, Culture & Recreation
One The Esplanade
Pickering, ON
L1V 6K7

Saturday, February 11

 

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

 

Hoot & Howl at Altona Forest

Join us for a night of fun and adventure!  A short slide presentation on owls and coyotes is followed by a guided hike in Altona Forest.  Together we will call out to these wild creatures in the hope that they will hoot or howl back.  
Please note: This event is recommended for adults and children over five years of age.

Registration is required:  visit www.trcastewardshipevents.ca or call the event hotline at 416-661-6600 ext.5660.

Please note:  This event may be cancelled or modified due to extreme weather conditions. Please call the hotline on the day of the event for notice of cancellation.

Meet at Altona Forest Public School
405 Woodsmere Crescent, Pickering
Saturday, February 11
7:30 pm

South Pickering Seniors Valentine’s Dance
Valentine Dance for South Pickering Senior members. South Pickering Seniors only.
City Partnership, contact the South Pickering Seniors Club at 905.420.5049

East Shore Community Centre
February 17 - 19

Durham West Girls’ Hockey 18th Annual Rep Tournament
Community Event, contact Bob Godden at 905.831.1711 ext 3225
For information visit www.dwgha.com

Don Beer Arena & Recreation Complex Arena
Monday, February 20
10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Family Day
Family friendly activities for the whole family. Purchase your family passport  to access activities including art, crafts, skating, swimming, yoga, squash, tennis and family fit games. 
All activities require adult/child supervision.  Call for details.
City Event, contact Sharon Milton at 905.683.6582 ext. 3249

Pickering Recreation Complex
Tuesday, February 21
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Basketball Tournament
Free Teen Event for Pickering Teens 13-19 years with a City ID Card.  Get your City ID Card at any program. Visit cityofpickering.com/teen for complete program listing. 
Free City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660 ext 6100

Pine Ridge Secondary School
Friday, February 24
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Pre Teen Dance
Hosted monthly for students grades 5-8 only. 
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at cityofpickering.com/teen
Tickets go on sale Sat, Feb. 18at 9:00 am. Tickets $8.25 ea.
City Event, contact Kailey Lynch at 905.420.4620 Ext 2096

Pickering Recreation Complex
February 25, 2012
Starting at 11 am

2012 Heritage Day Celebration: Call for Participants 
Pickering Advisory Committee on Diversity will be hosting a 2012 Heritage Day Celebration.  As in previous years, this event promises to be a dynamic celebration of Pickering’s rich heritage and cultural diversity. 
Community Cultural organizations are invited to participate in this worthwhile multicultural event by providing cultural performances whether it be dance or music. 
To confirm your interest in this event, please call Jody Morris, (Acting) Supervisor, Culture & Recreation at 905.683.6582 ext. 3601 by January 9, 2012.  Selected participants will receive confirmation in January 2012. 
Photos from 2011 Heritage Day Celebration

Pickering Town Centre
Tuesday, February 28
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Basketball Tournament
Free Teen Event for Pickering Teens 13-19 years with a City ID Card.  Get your City ID Card at any program. Visit cityofpickering.com/teen for complete program listing.
Free City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660 ext 6100

Pine Ridge Secondary School
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March 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

Saturday, March 3
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Dance Competition
Pickering Teens showcase their hip hop dance and break dancing talents. Prizes to be one won.   This is a free event for Pickering Teens 13-19 yrs old with a City ID Card.  Get your City ID for free at any program.  Visit cityofpickering.com/teen for program schedule.
FREE for Pickering Teens 13 – 19 yrs(City ID card required)City event, contact Neil Croswell at 905.420.4660ext. 6101

East Short Community Centre
Sunday, March 4 Epilepsy Durham Region celebrates Purple Day
Wear purple to celebrate Global Epilepsy Awareness Day. 
Tickets available in advance, or at the door. 
See the event poster for admission details [PDF]
Bowmanville location:
Garnet B. Rickard Complex
Highway 2 & 57

March 12 – 16

March Break Free Teen Programs
Pickering Free Teen Program will be offering special March Break programming. For a complete list of programs visit cityofpickering.com/teen or call 905.420.6588.
Free for Pickering Teens with a City ID Card.
City event, contact Jesse St. Amant & Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext 2078

Various Locations throughout Pickering

Wednesday, March 21

Diversity Forum
This annual forum is hosted by the Pickering Advisory Committee on Diversity, to commemorate March 21st the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.  This event showcases the student with winning entries from the “In Your Words & Expressions” contest.
City event, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4660 ext. 3601. 

Civic Complex, Council Chambers

Wednesday, March 21
6 pm – 9 pm

Big Brother Big Sister Bowl for Kids Sake
This is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ajax-Pickering's most important fundraiser.  All funds raised go directly to serving children in the community.  There are many ways to participate.  Plan to sponsor the event or create a team of bowlers and help with fundraising efforts.For more information contact Kim Gervais at 905.231.1293 or KimGervais@CeEvents.com

Rouge Hill Bowling Centre, 111 Island Road, Scarborough

Thursday, March 22
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Celebrate Canada Water Week: Movie Viewing
The City is partnering with Environmental Stewardship Pickering and Dunbarton High School to present an exclusive viewing of the film Waterlife directed by Kevin McMahon.
Waterlife follows the epic cascade of the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean. This feature-length documentary tells the story of the last huge supply (20 per cent) of fresh water on Earth. The director will be on hand to introduce the film and do a question and answer period following the viewing.
City partnership, contact Michelle Pearce at 905.420.4660 ext 2043

Dunbarton High School Auditorium

Friday, March 23
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Pre Teen Dance
Hosted monthly for students grades 5-8 only. 
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at cityofpickering.com/teen
Tickets go on sale Sat, Jan. 17at 9:00 am.  Tickets $8.25 ea.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant & Kailey Lynch at
905.420.4620 ext 3607

Pickering Recreation Complex

Sunday, March 25
2:00 – 4:00 pm

Sunday Afternoon Big Band
Featuring George Lake Big Band for the listening and dancing pleasure of local adults 55+.  $6 per person.  Light refreshments will be served.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant & Kailey Lynch at
905.420.4620 ext 3607

Pickering Recreation Complex

Tuesday March 27
7:00 pm to 9:00pm

Gardening Workshop
Event information to be confirmed.
City partnership, contact Michelle Pearce at 905.420.4660 ext. 2043

Petticoat Creek Community Centre

March 31, 2012
 
Cocktails 6:00 pm
Dinner 7:00 pm
Show begins at 8:00 pm     

An Evening of Glamour: Gala Fundraiser
PFLAG Durham Region presents An Evening of Glamour 2012!
Cocktails, Dinner, Silent Auction, Show & Community Fundraiser.  Help send LGBTA Youth to Leadership Camp!
This unique production isn’t your typical cocktail lounge drag show. It is reminiscent of “An Evening at LA CAGE." featuring some the best female celebrity impersonators.
This is a 19+ Event. Tickets are $50 in advance.  Please contact http://www.PFLAGDurhamRegion.com/ 

CAW Hall
1425 Phillips Murray Avenue,
Oshawa
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April 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

April 6 - 8
Various times

PHA’s Annual “A” Tournament
For information on the tournament visit www.pickeringhockey.com Free for spectators. 
City Partnership, contact Bob Godden at 905.831.1035 or Dave Platz at 905.683.6582

Pickering Recreation Complex & Don Beer Arenas
Date TBA
 

Rainbow Classic Swim Meet
Pickering Swim Club hosts this 3-day invitational swim meet with teams from across Ontario.
City Partnership, visit www.pickswimclub.com or call 905.837.8999

Pickering Recreation Complex
Saturday April 7
10:00 am
(weather permitting)
Easter Parade
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 606 & the Ladies Auxiliary proudly present the Annual Easter Parade. Put on your best Easter bonnet, decorate your bike, wagon or doll carriage to win great prizes!  Free lunch and activities at the Legion following the parade.
Community Event, contact Krystal Ferguson at 905.420.4660 ext. 2064
Parade Route: East on Annland St. at Liverpool Rd. to Krosno Blvd. and along Krosno to Bayly St.
Saturday, April 7
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Coffee House and Band Night
Do you have a teen band that would like to perform? Contact Heather at 905.420.4660 ext 6100 to perform at our event.
Free Teen Event for Pickering Teens 13-19 years with a City ID Card.  Get your City ID Card at any program. Visit cityofpickering.com/teen for complete program listing.
City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660 ext 6100

 Petticoat Creek Community Centre
Wednesday, April 11
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Gardening Workshop
Event information to be confirmed
City Partnership, contact Michelle Pearce 905.420.4660 ext 2043

Pickering Recreation Complex, O’Brien Rooms
Saturday, April 14
10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Gardening Workshop
Event information to be confirmed
City Partnership, contact Michelle Pearce 905.420.4660 ext 2043

OPG Information Centre
Friday, April 20
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Pre Teen Dance
Hosted monthly for students grades 5-8 only.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at cityofpickering.com/teen
Tickets go on sale Sat. Apr. 14 at 9:00 am. Tickets $8.25 ea.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620 ext 2096

Pickering Recreation Complex
Friday, April 20
2:00 pm

20 Minute Pickering Makeover
Schools, families, community groups, corporate partners and City employees commit to giving a section of our community a makeover by picking up litter for at least 20 minutes.    Free supplies are provided.   To register call 905.683.7575
City Event, contact Michelle Pearce at 905.420.4660 ext 2043

 Across Pickering
Date TBC

Walk on the Wild Side
Learn about the wonders of nature in Altona Forest.  Enjoy an interpretive hike guided by experts from the Altona Forest Stewardship Committee and the Pickering Naturalists.
Community Event, contact Michelle Pearce at 905.420.4660 ext. 2043

Altona Forest parking lot, east side of Altona Road, 1 km north of Strouds Lane
Saturday, April 21
9 am to 12 noon

Take Pride in Pickering
Join Ontario Power Generation, Toronto and Region Conservation and the City of Pickering for a fun morning of tree planting to create natural habitat for birds and mammals.  A barbeque lunch will follow.  Bring shovels and gloves if you have them.
City Partnership, contact Michelle Pearce at 905.420.4660 ext 2043

Alex Robertson Park
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May 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

Date TBA

Pickering Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Annual Plant Sale
Knowledgeable gardeners share their expertise during this annual plant sale.
Community Event, contact PHS - Sigrid Squire at 905.839.8347

Esplanade Park, Gazebo
Date TBC

12:00 pm or 2:30 pm

Mother’s Day Tea
Enjoy a special Mother’s Day tea served in the Redman House. Tea, sandwiches, and sweets are on the menu for this special day. Every mother will receive a small keepsake.
Tickets are $20 per person. City Event, contact 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village

May 1 - May 7

Youth Week
Come celebrate National Youth Week with us!  Prizes and goodies at all Free Teen Programs this week!
Check the schedule at cityofpickering.com/teen
FREE for Pickering Teens 13 – 19 yrs (City ID card required)
City Event, contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660ext. 2078 

East Shore Community Centre / Petticoat Creek Community Centre

Sunday, May 6
9 am – 3 pm
 
Rain date: May 27

7th Annual Pink Hat Brigade Yard Sale
in support of the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life Oshawa Event, there will be live music with the fabulous duo Two Left Feet, the wonderful Waving Willy and his Ontario Legends car,  hand-made jewelry, home-made cookies, and lots of bargains!
All proceeds support the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life Oshawa Event, being held June 1st and 2nd at Maxwell Heights Secondary School in Oshawa.
Please come on out and help us HELP MAKE CANCER HISTORY!

Fletcher Chiropractic, 1890 Glenview Road, Pickering (just off of Kingston Road, two blocks east of Liverpool Road)

Saturday, May 12
8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Region of Durham (RD) Compost Give Away
The Region of Durham will be supplying compost at no charge.  Bring your own containers and shovels.
Community Event, contact Michelle Pearce at 905.420.4660 ext. 2043

Pickering Recreation Complex, Arena Parking Lot
Sunday, May 13
10:00 am – 12 noon

Mother’s Day Planting
Children can join us to plant a gift for mom, as well as help plant the Children’s Garden at the front of the Recreation Complex.
City Event, contact Sharon Milton at 905.683.6582 ext 3249 

Pickering Recreation Complex
Friday, May 25
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Pre Teen Dance
Hosted monthly for students grades 5-8 only.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at cityofpickering.com/teen
Tickets go on sale Sat. May 19at 9:00 am.  Tickets $8.25 ea.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620 ext 2096

Pickering Recreation Complex
Saturday, May 26
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Artfest on the Esplanade
Annual outdoor art show and sale. Over 80 artists show and sell their work. Performing artists at the Gazebo, free children and teen art activity tents, Hands on Art by PRAC. Deadline to apply for performers is Monday, April 2, 2012. Deadline for artists is Friday, April 6, 2012. $20 for artists to apply.
Event is presented by the City in partnership with the PineRidge Arts Council. Free to the public to attend.
Media Release
City Partnership, contact Marisa Carpino at 905.420.4620 ext. 3223

Esplanade Park
Monday, May 28
7:00 pm

2011 Civic Awards Ceremony
City Event, contact Marisa Carpino at 905.420.4660 ext 3223
Civic Awards Nomination Form [PDF]

Council Chambers, Pickering City Hall
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June 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

Date TBA

Last Gasp Swim meet
Pickering Swim Club hosts this invitational swim meet with teams from across Ontario.
City Partnership, visit www.pickswimclub.com or call 905.837.8999

Pickering Recreation Complex
Every Saturday in June.
 
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

History in Action Saturdays
Experience History in Action! A different heritage demonstration each week. Activities may include wool-dyeing, blacksmithing, butter churning, weaving, ice cream making, heritage cooking and more. Note: Heritage demonstration will vary, and are subject to change.   Free with admission.
Regular Admission applies.
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Saturday, June 2
Time TBA

Dodgeball Tournament
Come as a team or individually. Free Food and Prizes to be won.
Free Teen Event for Pickering Teens 13-19 years with a City ID Card.  Get your City ID Card at any program. Visit cityofpickering.com/teen for complete program listing.
City Event, contact Heather Butler 905.420.4660 ext 6100

East Shore Community Centre
Friday, June 1
Noon – 11:00 pm

Saturday, June 2
Noon – 11:00 pm

Sunday, June 3
Noon – 7:00 pm

5th Annual Rotary Ribfest
City Partnership, contact Tina Tays at 905.420.4620 ext 3602 or visit www.PickeringRibfest.com
Featuring 8 professional Ribbers, an awesome selection of food, live entertainment, open air market, carnival & more at this great family event.

Esplanade Park, at City Hall
Sunday, June 3
10:30 am

D-Day Parade & Ceremony
D-Day parade and service presented by the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 258 in partnership with Branch 606.  Bands and Legion members will lead a parade procession from Pickering Recreation Complex.  Ceremony and wreath placement will follow the parade.
City Partnership, contact Krystal Ferguson at 905.420.4620 ext. 2064

Pickering Civic Complex: Courtyard
Sunday, June 10
12:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Duffins Creek Spring Fair
Entertainers, music, wagon rides, kids activities and a steam show are all part of this heritage fair set in our quaint pioneer village.  Backwoods Players presents “A Wolf’s Tale”.  Plant sale by Bloomers & Britches.  Enter the 2nd Annual Beard and Moustache Competition with a heritage twist!  Visit online to  register cityofpickering.com/museum.
City event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, June 10
9:00 am – 12 noon

Stride to Turn the Tide
Grandmothers to Grandmothers, details to follow.
Community Event, contact Ron King at 905.493.0167

Esplanade Park, Gazebo
Friday, June 15
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Pre Teen Dance
Hosted monthly for students grades 5-8 only.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased online at cityofpickering.com/teen
Tickets go on sale Sat. June 9at 9:00 am.  Tickets $8.25 ea.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620 ext 2096

Pickering Recreation Complex
Sunday, June 17
Noon to 4:30 pm

Men & Machines
Antique Car show, Steam Equipment in action, food, beer, Antiques Road show, mummers play, other activities to be confirmed.  Special Event Admission fees apply.
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, June 10

Seniors Month Big Band & Senior of the Year
Featuring George Lake Big Band for the listening and dancing pleasure of local adults 55+.  $5.50 per person.
Light refreshments will be served. 
Senior of the Year awards will be presented (Municipal & Provincial) 
City Event, contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078

Pickering Recreation Complex
Date TBC

Durham West Lacrosse Annual Tournament
City Partnership, contact Dave Platz

Don Beer Arena
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July 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

Sunday, July 1
12:00 noon – 11:00 pm

Canada Day Bicentennial Celebrations
Free family activities and entertainment. 
City Event, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4660 ext. 2098 or Sharon Milton at 905.420.4660 Ext. 3249

Kinsmen Park
Every Saturday in July.
 
July 7, 14, 21, 28

History in Action Saturdays
Experience History in Action! A different heritage demonstration each week. Activities may include wool-dyeing, blacksmithing, butter churning, weaving, ice cream making, heritage cooking and more. Regular Admission applies.
Note: Heritage demonstration will vary, and are subject to change. Free with admission.
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Thursday, July 5
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square
Thursday, July 5
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during July and August, to play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.840

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, July 8
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fine afternoon entertainment in the park.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo
In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.
Thursday, July 12
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
Thursday, July 12
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during July and August, to play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
July 14, 15, 21 and 22
Doors Open at 5 pm
Show starts at 5:30 pm

Whodunit? Murder Under the Big Top
A circus train has broken down on the outskirts of town during the Great Depression, and the locals are drawn into the mayhem, mischief and murder that ensues.  Backwoods Players presents this interactive murder mystery as a fundraiser for the Pickering Museum Village Foundation. 
Tickets go on sale June 15. 
$50 each for dinner and show. 
$25 for the show only on June 22.
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, July 15
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a free afternoon concert in the park every Sunday in July and August.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo

In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.
Thursday, July 19
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
Thursday, July 19
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Skateboard Competition
Free for Pickering Teens ages 13 – 19.  Free Teen ID required, get yours FREE at the program of your choice (parent signature required).
Prizes to be won from Switch Skate & Snow, compliments of City of Pickering.
Free.  All participants must have a signed waiver form from a parent or guardian.
City Event, contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078

Diana, Princess of Wales Park (Skate Park)
Thursday, July 19
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during July and August, to play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, July 22
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some fine afternoon entertainment in the park.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo

In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.

Thursday, July 26
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.

Thursday, July 26
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during July and August, to play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
July 28
Time TBC

Music Madness
Music Festival, Wine tasting, food, fashion, vignette.  Activities to be confirmed.  Foundation event
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, July 29
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo

In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.

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August 2012

Date

Event & Description

Location

Wednesday, August 1
 

Theatre in the Park
Details to follow.  This is a pay what you can event
City Partnership, contact Jody Morris at 905.420.4620 ext 3601

 Esplanade Park
Thursday, August 2
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
Thursday, August 2
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during July and August, to play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, August 5
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a free afternoon concert in the park every Sunday in July and August.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo

In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.
Every Saturday in August
August 4, 11, 18, 25

History in Action Saturdays
Experience History in Action! A different heritage demonstration each week. Activities may include wool-dyeing, blacksmithing, butter churning, weaving, ice cream making, heritage cooking and more. Note: Heritage demonstration will vary, and are subject to change. Free with admission.
Regular Admission applies
City Event, contact Mandy Smiles at 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Thursday, August 9
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
 

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.

Thursday, August 9
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during August and play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, August 12
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a free afternoon concert in the park every Sunday in July and August.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo
 In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.
Thursday, August 16
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square
 In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
Thursday, August 16
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during August, and play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Thursday, August 16
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Skateboard Competition
Free for Pickering Teens ages 13 – 19.  Free Teen ID required, get yours FREE at the program of your choice (parent signature required).
Prizes to be won from Switch Skate & Snow, compliments of City of Pickering
City Event, contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext. 2078

Diana, Princess of Wales Park (Skate Park)
Sunday, August 19
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a free afternoon concert in the park every Sunday in July and August.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo

In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.
Thursday, August 23
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
Thursday, August 23
10:00 am
 

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during August, and play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
Sunday, August 26
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Treble in the Park Concert Series
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a free afternoon concert in the park every Sunday in July and August.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Esplanade Park:  Gazebo

In the event of rain, concert will be held in Council Chambers.
Thursday, August 30
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Waterfront Concert Series
Bring your blanket & a lawn chair and enjoy a free evening concert at the lakeshore.  Proudly presented in partnership with Ontario Power Generation.
City Event, contact Cara Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext. 2060

Pickering Lakefront: Millennium Square

In the event of rain, concert will be cancelled.
Thursday, August 30
10:00 am

Kids in the Village
Stop by on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am during August, and play heritage children’s games and make a craft to take home! A new craft each week. Bring a picnic lunch and tour the site following the program.
Admission is $5.50 per person or free for Season Pass Holders
City Event, call 905.683.8401

Pickering Museum Village
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