Tree planting
Photo by Peter Redman
Pickering News Advertiser
PICKERING -- From left, City councillors Doug Dickerson
with granddaughter Brianna, 4, Bill McLean and Jennifer
O'Connell planted trees on Oct. 24 as part of Take Pride
in Pickering Day at Alex Robertson Park. October 24 2009
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AUGUST 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT & DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Every Saturday
& Wednesday |
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. Walks meet at
various points in the Park. Please visit
www.rougepark.com for full schedule and
meeting point details.
Join your guide by the Rouge Park marked car
at the meeting point about 10 minutes ahead
of the start time. Bring 1 litre of water
(try a reusable bottle) and a snack. Trails
could be damp, slippery and/or muddy - wear
proper footwear for trails.
If you have a question, drop us a line at
hike@rougepark.com Monday to Thursday
or call 905.713.6038. |
Rouge Park |
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Sunday, August 1
2 pm – 4 pm |
Treble in the
Park Concert Series: The Maple Creek Band
Enjoy free music in Esplanade Park at
the Gazebo every Sunday throughout July and
August. Bring your lawn chair. In the event
of rain, concert will be held in Council
Chambers. For more information contact Cara
Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext 2060. |
Gazebo,
Esplanade Park – behind City Hall |
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Tuesday, August
3
10:00 am
OR
1:00 pm
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Tuesdays on
the Trail with Ontario Power Generation:
CSI OPG
Are you a Super Sleuth? Do you like to solve
puzzles and gather clues? Then join forensic
science professionals from UOIT Crime Scene
Science Camp and learn how to use science to
solve mysteries!
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day
care groups and camps cannot be
accommodated.
Event Poster [PDF]
Community Event, contact Pickering Nuclear
Community Information Line at 905.837.7272 |
Alex Robertson
Park
Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance |
Tuesday, August
3
7:00 – 9:00 pm
(Held the first Tuesday of each month) |
Pickering
Veterans Association Monthly Meeting
Monthly meeting for Veterans who have served
time in Afghanistan, Kandahar, Bosnia and
various other peacekeeping missions and have
returned and are living in Durham Region.
Come share camaraderie and talk about the
experiences, you have had in the Military.
Refreshments are served and it is a free
event monthly. For more information contact
Elsie Hetherman at 905.839.9507 or by email
pickvets@rogers.com |
Pickering
Recreation Complex – Room 3 |
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Every Wednesday
& Saturday |
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. Walks meet at
various points in the Park. Please visit
www.rougepark.com for full schedule and
meeting point details.
Join your guide by the Rouge Park marked car
at the meeting point about 10 minutes ahead
of the start time. Bring 1 litre of water
(try a reusable bottle) and a snack. Trails
could be damp, slippery and/or muddy - wear
proper footwear for trails.
If you have a question, drop us a line at
hike@rougepark.com Monday to Thursday
or call 905.713.6038. |
Rouge Park |
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Thursday, August
5, 12, 19 & 26
10:00 am |
Kids in the
Village
Stop by the Museum for pioneer games and
crafts every Thursday morning, during July &
August. Bring a picnic and request an
afternoon Tour. Admission is $5.50 per
person.
Media Release
Contact
905.683.8401 or visit cityofpickering.com/museum
for more information. |
Pickering Museum
Village |
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Thursday, August
5
7 pm – 9 pm
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Waterfront
Concert Series: Plan B
Enjoy free music
lakeside at Millennium Square every Thursday
throughout July and August. Bring your
blanket and lawn chair. In the event of
rain, the concert will be cancelled. |
Millennium
Square – bottom of Liverpool Road |
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Saturday,
August, 7, 14, 21 & 28
10:00 am – 4:30
pm |
History in
Action Saturdays
Visit on Saturdays in August to see live
pioneers demonstrating heritage crafts such
as butter churning, wool dyeing, ice cream
making, and open hearth cooking! Free with
admission. Also New for 2010. Add tea
service to your Saturday tour. Tea,
lemonade, scones and sweets served by our
live pioneers, book at time of admission.
Contact 905.683.8401 or visit
cityofpickering.com/museum for more
information. |
Pickering Museum
Village |
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Sunday, August 8
2 pm – 4 pm |
Treble in the
Park Concert Series: Silverheels
Enjoy free music in Esplanade Park at
the Gazebo every Sunday throughout July and
August. Bring your lawn chair. In the event
of rain, concert will be held in Council
Chambers. For more information contact Cara
Bossio at 905.420.4620 ext 2060. |
Gazebo,
Esplanade Park – behind City Hall |
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Tuesday, August
10
10:00 am
OR
1:00 pm
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Tuesdays on
the Trail with Ontario Power Generation:
Casting Call
Looking for a hands-on opportunity for
children to experience live, outdoor summer
theatre? Join our partners from Driftwood
Theatre group for “Shakespeare’s Shorts”, a
unique blend of kid-friendly workshops and
performances focusing on the works of
William Shakespeare.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day
care groups and camps cannot be
accommodated.
Event Poster [PDF]
Community Event, contact Pickering Nuclear
Community Information Line at 905.837.7272 |
Alex Robertson
Park
Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance |
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Thursday, August
12
7 pm – 9 pm
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Waterfront
Concert Series: Brian Rose Little Big Band
Enjoy free music
lakeside at Millennium Square every Thursday
throughout July and August. Bring your
blanket and lawn chair. In the event of
rain, the concert will be cancelled. |
Millennium
Square – bottom of Liverpool Road |
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August 14 & 20
6:30 pm – 8:30
pm |
Harvest
Suppers
Fresh food from the fields served in our
newly restored Temperance Inn.
Call for reservations 905.683.8401. |
Pickering Museum
Village |
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Sunday, August
15
2 pm – 4 pm |
Treble in the
Park Concert Series: String Fever – Prima
Enjoy free music
in Esplanade Park at the Gazebo every Sunday
throughout July and August. Bring your lawn
chair. In the event of rain, concert will be
held in Council Chambers. For more
information contact Cara Bossio at
905.420.4620 ext 2060. |
Gazebo,
Esplanade Park – behind City Hall |
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Tuesday, August
17
10:00 am
OR
1:00 pm
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Tuesdays on
the Trail with Ontario Power Generation:
Pioneer Power
Learn how Pickering’s early settlers
harnessed nature to power their lives 100
years ago with experts from Pickering Museum
Village. Make a heritage toy to take home
and play a pioneer game.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day
care groups and camps cannot be
accommodated.
Event Poster [PDF]
Community Event, contact Pickering Nuclear
Community Information Line at 905.837.7272 |
Alex Robertson
Park
Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance |
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Thursday, August
19 4:00
– 7:00 pm |
Skateboard
Competition
Free Teen event for Pickering residents ages
13 – 19. Participants will compete in 2
separate age categories for a chance to win
some great prizes from Switch Skate & Snow.
For more information visit
www.cityofpickering.com/teen or contact
Kim Bradley at 905.420.6588. |
Diana, Princess
of Wales Park – behind the Pickering
Recreation Complex |
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Thursday, August
19
7 pm – 9 pm
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Waterfront
Concert Series: The Lincolnaires
Enjoy free music
lakeside at Millennium Square every Thursday
throughout July and August. Bring your
blanket and lawn chair. In the event of
rain, the concert will be cancelled. |
Millennium
Square – bottom of Liverpool Road |
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Saturday, August
21 1:00
pm – 5:00 pm |
India’s 61st
Independence Day
An afternoon of music, cultural dances and
light refreshments. For more information
contact Shashi Bhatia at 905.428.9798. |
Pickering Civic
Complex: Esplanade Park |
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Sunday, August
22
2 pm – 4 pm |
Treble in the
Park Concert Series: Reminiscing
Enjoy free music
in Esplanade Park at the Gazebo every Sunday
throughout July and August. Bring your lawn
chair. In the event of rain, concert will be
held in Council Chambers. For more
information contact Cara Bossio at
905.420.4620 ext 2060. |
Gazebo,
Esplanade Park – behind City Hall |
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Tuesday, August
24
10:00 am
OR
1:00 pm
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Tuesdays on
the Trail with Ontario Power Generation:
Wildlife Wonders
Join the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority on an adventure hike through
woods, meadows and marshes. Search for the
mammals, amphibians, reptiles and birds that
call the park home. Have fun during our
wildlife activities and games that will
teach you about the wildlife in your own
backyard.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day
care groups and camps cannot be
accommodated.
Event Poster [PDF]
Community Event, contact Pickering Nuclear
Community Information Line at 905.837.7272 |
Alex Robertson
Park
Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance |
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Thursday, August
26
7 pm – 9 pm
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Waterfront
Concert Series: JD Parker
Enjoy free music lakeside at Millennium
Square every Thursday throughout July and
August. Bring your blanket and lawn chair.
In the event of rain, the concert will be
cancelled. |
Millennium
Square – bottom of Liverpool Road |
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Sunday, August
29
2 pm – 4 pm |
Treble in the
Park Concert Series: GWood
Enjoy free music
in Esplanade Park at the Gazebo every Sunday
throughout July and August. Bring your lawn
chair. In the event of rain, concert will be
held in Council Chambers. For more
information contact Cara Bossio at
905.420.4620 ext 2060. |
Gazebo,
Esplanade Park – behind City Hall |
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Tuesday, August
31
8:00 pm
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Tuesdays on
the Trail with Ontario Power Generation:
Movie Under the Stars
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
fill a truck.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to the nature of program activities, day
care groups and camps cannot be
accommodated.
Event Poster [PDF]
Community Event, contact Pickering Nuclear
Community Information Line at 905.837.7272 |
Alex Robertson
Park
Starting at the Sandy Beach Road Entrance |
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SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT & DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Recruitment
occurs every week at 6:30 pm.
Starts the week of September 6th until
December.
Navy League –
every Tuesday
Sea Cadets –
every Wednesday |
A Few Good
Cadets Wanted!
The Navy League is recruiting and looking
for a few good cadets! Navy league is for
boys and girls ages 9 to 12 years old and
Sea Cadets are for boys and girls ages 12 to
18 years – Come out and see Durham’s best
kept secret! Are you ready for the
adventure? Visit for newspaper clipping
http://www.newsdurhamregion.com/news/ajax/article/134415
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For more
information on Navy League and Sea Cadets in
Ajax and Pickering call 905.427.0482.
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Every Wednesday
& Saturday |
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. Walks meet at
various points in the Park. Please visit
www.rougepark.com for full schedule and
meeting point details.
Join your guide by the Rouge Park marked car
at the meeting point about 10 minutes ahead
of the start time. Bring 1 litre of water
(try a reusable bottle) and a snack. Trails
could be damp, slippery and/or muddy - wear
proper footwear for trails. Dress for the
weather and add on a waterproof jacket and a
warm layer.
If you have a question, drop us a line at
hike@rougepark.com Monday to Thursday
or call 905.713.6038. |
Rouge Park |
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Wednesday,
September 1
7:30 pm
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County Town
Singers - New Member Auditions
Auditions for new members, especially tenor,
bass and alto voices, are being held at 7:30
pm Wednesday, September 1 & 8. Auditionees
sing with the choir through a rehearsal and
at the end of the rehearsal they stay to
audition by singing one of the songs
rehearsed earlier in the evening. We hope to
see you there.
Contact 905.434.2758 for more information. |
Whitby Seniors'
Activity Centre
North-East corner of Brock & Burns
Whitby |
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Tuesday,
September 7
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Pickering
Veterans Association monthly meeting
Monthly meeting for Veterans who have served
time in Afghanistan, Kandahar, Bosnia and
various other peacekeeping missions and have
returned and are living in Durham Region.
Come share camaraderie and talk about the
experiences you have had in the Military.
Refreshments are served and it is a free
monthly event.
Community Event, contact Elsie Hetherman at
905.839.9507,
www.pickvets.com ,
pickvets@rogers.com |
Pickering
Recreation Complex – Room 3 |
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Wednesday,
September 8
7:30 pm
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County Town
Singers - New Member Auditions
Auditions for new members, especially tenor,
bass and alto voices, are being held at 7:30
pm Wednesday, September 1 & 8. Auditionees
sing with the choir through a rehearsal and
at the end of the rehearsal they stay to
audition by singing one of the songs
rehearsed earlier in the evening. We hope to
see you there.
Contact 905.434.2758 for more information. |
Whitby Seniors'
Activity Centre
North-East corner of Brock & Burns
Whitby |
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Thursday,
September 9
7:00 pm
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Naturopathy and
Autism
This session looks at what naturopathic
medicine is and what different forms of
treatment can be applied to Autism.
Presented by Dr. El-Hashemy of the
Naturopathic Medicinal Institute in Toronto.
Registration is required.
Library Program, contact 905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek
Branch
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Sunday,
September 12
Registration
begins at 12 pm |
Durham Region
Superwalk
2010 marks the 20th anniversary of SuperWalk
and it will be Parkinson Society Canada’s
biggest fundraising event yet! In 2009, $2.6
million was raised nationally through
SuperWalk, helping fund 16 new research
programs as well as providing resources for
education, advocacy and support services to
the over 100,000 Canadians living with this
debilitating disease. This year it is our
goal to raise $3 million, $900,000 of which
is hoped to come from generous supporters in
Central and Northern Ontario.
With your help, we can make a better life
and a brighter future for Canadians living
with Parkinson’s today – a world without
Parkinson’s tomorrow. For more information
on SuperWalk and to register or sponsor a
walker please visit
www.parkinsonsuperwalk.ca or call
1.800.565.3000. |
Rotary Park,
Lake Driveway West, Ajax |
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Tuesday,
September 14
7:00 pm - 8:45
pm |
Digital Photo
Editing 101
Learn basic digital photo editing using
Adobe Photoshop. Remove red eye, crop
pictures and more to improve the quality of
your photographs.
Registration begins Tuesday, September 8 at
9:30 am.
Library event, contact 905.831.6265 ext 6243 |
Central Library
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September 17, 24
& 25
September 16
& 23 (students only) |
A Spirit Walk
The spirits come alive during this lamp lit
tour. Join the rebels of the 1837 Rebellion
as they plan their march on Toronto.
Teachers, book your class now!
Tickets on sale Friday, August 20. Cost is
$15 per person/ticket
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at
905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum
Village |
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Saturday,
September 18
10:00 am – 2:00
pm |
Anniversary
Celebration
City Event, contact Chris Sharpe at
905.683.6582
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Pickering
Recreation Complex |
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Saturday,
September 18
12:00 pm – 4:45
pm |
Software
Freedom Day
Software Freedom Day celebrates open source
technologies. There will be short
demonstrations of free alternative software
throughout the afternoon, at the iHelp Desk
and the Lobby of Central Library.
Library event, contact 905.831.6265 ext 6243 |
Central Library |
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September 18 –
26 |
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 today!
City Partnership, contact Michelle Pongracz
at 905.420.4660 ext.2043 |
Throughout the
City of Pickering |
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Sunday,
September 19
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 at
905.420.4660 ext. 2059 |
Pickering
Recreation Complex |
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Wednesday,
September 22
7:00 pm |
Safe Sex
The AIDS Committee of Durham Region gives a
frank discussion on safe sex, along with an
introduction to HIV and AIDS.
Library Event, contact 905.831.6265 ex 6243 |
Central Library |
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Thursday,
September 23
7:00 pm
|
Murder at the
Library
Canadian authors Vicki Delany and Jill
Edmondson will be reading from their latest
mystery novels. Copies of their books will
be available for purchase. Registration
required.
Library Event, contact 905.831.6265 ext 6243 |
Central Library |
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Thursday,
September 23
7:00 pm - 9:00
pm |
Lush Lawns
Workshop
Do you ever feel like a slave to your lawn?
Attend one of these workshops and learn how
to keep your lawn looking good, even through
the driest days of summer. Experts will
explain how to choose the right grass
varieties, and how to mow, water and
fertilize for optimal health.
City Event, contact Michelle Pongracz at
905.420.4660 ext 2064 |
Council
Chambers, Civic Complex |
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Friday, September 24, 2010
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on
sale Saturday, September 18 at 9:00 am at
the Pickering Recreation Complex. Cost is
$8.00 per person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at
905.420.4620 ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation Complex |
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Saturday, September 25
9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Guerilla Film-making for Teens
In one day write, plan, film and edit a
short film using Final Cut software which
will be posted on the library website. No
equipment needed, just bring yourself and
your creative genius.
Registration begins Tuesday, September 7, at
9:30 am
Library Event, contact 905.831.6265 ex 6243 |
Central Library |
Saturday, September
25
10:00 am – 12 noon |
Great Canadian Shoreline Clean Up –
Community Event
Join the City of Pickering and Toronto and
Region Conservation as we celebrate the TD
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. Help us
get rid of thousands of cigarette butts,
plastic bags, bottles, cans, and food
wrappers that end up on Pickering’s
shorelines. When we all do it together it
can make a huge impact.
City Partnership, contact Michelle Pongracz
at 905.420.4660 ext. 2043 |
Millennium Square
(Meet at the pedestrian bridge, south end of
Liverpool Road. We will walk along the
waterfront.) |
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Sunday, September 26
1:30 pm |
Drumhead
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 will be
hosting this year’s Drum Head. All the
Legions from District “F” will be
participating during this weekend event,
which will finish with the ceremonial Drum
Head parade and ceremony. Branches will
march from the Pickering Recreation Complex
to the Cenotaph in Esplanade Park.
City Partnership, contact Jim Corbett at
905.839.2990 |
Pickering Civic Complex, Courtyard |
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Monday, September 27
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 Joanne Hanna at
905.420.4660 ext. 2198 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
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Wednesday, September 29
6:30 pm |
Dance with the Mood Swing Orchestra
This 22 piece swinging orchestra will rock
the library with great hits. This band is
comprised of zoomer musicians in their
prime. Dancing is encouraged. Warning! It’s
going to be loud. Registration is required.
Library Event, contact 905.831.6265 ext 6243 |
Central Library |
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Wednesday, September 29
10:00 am |
Scaredy Squirrel Puppet Show (All Ages)
Puppet Show featuring everyone’s favourite
squirrel. Join us for songs and fun with
Scaredy Squirrel on stage.
Library Event, contact 905.831.6265 ext.
6226 |
Central Library |
|
Thursday,
September 30
10:30 am |
Scaredy Squirrel Puppet Show (All Ages)
Puppet Show featuring everyone’s favourite
squirrel. Join us for songs and fun with
Scaredy Squirrel on stage.
Library Event, contact 905.649.3341 |
Claremont Branch
Library |
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OCTOBER 2010 |
|
DATE |
EVENT & DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Recruitment
occurs every week at 6:30 pm.
Starts the week of September 6th until
December.
Navy League –
every Tuesday
Sea Cadets –
every Wednesday |
A Few Good
Cadets Wanted!
The Navy League is recruiting and looking
for a few good cadets! Navy league is for
boys and girls ages 9 to 12 years old and
Sea Cadets are for boys and girls ages 12 to
18 years – Come out and see Durham’s best
kept secret! Are you ready for the
adventure? Visit for newspaper clipping
http://www.newsdurhamregion.com/news/ajax/article/134415
|
For more
information on Navy League and Sea Cadets in
Ajax and Pickering call 905.427.0482.
|
|
Every Wednesday
& Saturday |
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. Walks meet at
various points in the Park. Please visit
www.rougepark.com for full schedule and
meeting point details.
Join your guide by the Rouge Park marked car
at the meeting point about 10 minutes ahead
of the start time. Bring 1 litre of water
(try a reusable bottle) and a snack. Trails
could be damp, slippery and/or muddy - wear
proper footwear for trails. Dress for the
weather and add on a waterproof jacket and a
warm layer.
If you have a question, drop us a line at
hike@rougepark.com Monday to Thursday
or call 905.713.6038. |
Rouge Park |
|
Thursday,
October 7 |
Light the
Night
Light the Night is a 5K twilight walk that
features participants carrying illuminated
balloons to celebrate and commemorate lives
touched by blood cancer. Funds raised by
participants will support the Society’s
mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s
disease and myeloma, and improve the quality
of life of patients and their families. To
get involved contact Elena at
elena.manica@lls.org or to register
today please visit
www.lightthenight.ca/tor |
Nathan Phillips
Square, Toronto |
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Thursday,
October 14, 21& 28
6:00 pm – 9:00
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 receive
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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Friday, October 15
7:00 pm to midnight |
Navratri
Garba, evening full of entertainment, live
music, dancing and great food.
Tickets to be purchased, $10 each.
Community Event, contact Ashish Pandya at
416.570.4146 or Shashi or Ashok Bhatia at
905.428.9798 |
Pickering Recreation Complex, Banquet Halls |
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Friday, October 22, 2010
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
|
Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on
sale Saturday, October 16 at 9:00 am at the
Pickering Recreation Complex. Cost is $8.00
per person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at
905.420.4620 ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation Complex |
Saturday,
October 23
9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
26th Annual
Durham Regional Police Children’s Games
The 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!
City Partnership, contact Prem
Noronha-Waldriff at 905.420.4660 ext. 3229 |
Pickering
Recreation Complex |
|
Saturday,
October 24
9:00 am - 12:00
pm |
Take Pride in
Pickering Day
Join your friends and neighbours as we plant
native trees and shrubs at Alex Robertson
Park. A volunteer appreciation BBQ will
follow. Bring shovels and gloves if you have
them. This rain or shine event is brought to
you by Ontario Power Generation, the City of
Pickering and Toronto and Region
Conservation. For more information contact
905.420.4660 ext.2212 |
Alex Robertson
Park, Sandy Beach Road south
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Saturday,
October 30
12:00 pm – 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!
City Event, contact Heather Butler at
905.420.4660 ext. 6100 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
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NOVEMBER 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT & DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Recruitment
occurs every week at 6:30 pm.
Starts the week of September 6th until
December.
Navy League –
every Tuesday
Sea Cadets –
every Wednesday |
A Few Good
Cadets Wanted!
The Navy League is recruiting and looking
for a few good cadets! Navy league is for
boys and girls ages 9 to 12 years old and
Sea Cadets are for boys and girls ages 12 to
18 years – Come out and see Durham’s best
kept secret! Are you ready for the
adventure? Visit for newspaper clipping
http://www.newsdurhamregion.com/news/ajax/article/134415
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For more
information on Navy League and Sea Cadets in
Ajax and Pickering call 905.427.0482.
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Every Wednesday
& Saturday |
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. Walks meet at
various points in the Park. Please visit
www.rougepark.com for full schedule and
meeting point details.
Join your guide by the Rouge Park marked car
at the meeting point about 10 minutes ahead
of the start time. Bring 1 litre of water
(try a reusable bottle) and a snack. Trails
could be damp, slippery and/or muddy - wear
proper footwear for trails. Dress for the
weather and add on a waterproof jacket and a
warm layer.
If you have a question, drop us a line at
hike@rougepark.com Monday to Thursday
or call 905.713.6038. |
Rouge Park |
Friday, November
5
Saturday, November 6 & Sunday, November 7 |
Annual Ski
Swap & Sale
Kawartha Zone Ski Patrol hosts this ski &
snowboard swap & sale.
Community Event, contact Tim Manery at
905.436.1784 |
Pickering
Recreation Complex |
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Sunday, November
7 10:30
am |
Remembrance
Day Service
Pay tribute to all war veterans and fallen
comrades during the Remembrance Day parade,
service and observance.
City Partnership, contact Krystal Ferguson
at 905.420.4660 ext. 2064 |
Civic Complex |
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Friday, November 12, 2010
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on
sale Saturday, November 6 at 9:00 am at the
Pickering Recreation Complex. Cost is $8.00
per person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at
905.420.4620 ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation Complex |
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Saturday,
November 13
10:00 am |
Santa Claus
Parade
Annual Santa Claus Parade presented by the
Kinsmen & Kinette Club of Pickering.
Applications will be available on our
website and at City facilities after
September 15th.
Community Event, contact Krystal Ferguson at
905.420.4620 ext. 2064 |
Vaughan Willard
Public School along Glennana Street to
Pickering Town Centre |
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Friday, November
19 By
5:00 pm |
Teen Art Show
Submissions Deadline
Art may include: Sculptures, Multi-Media,
Paintings, Drawings, Photography. Art must
be accompanied by a Registration Form signed
by a parent/guardian. All art MUST be
framed.
City Event, contact Leslie Slovick at
905.420.4660 ext. 6101 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
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November 22 – 27 |
Teen Art Show
Teen art showcased throughout building,
followed by an awards show on November
27. Free for the public.
City Event, contact Leslie Slovick at
905.420.4660 ext. 6101 |
Petticoat Creek
Community Centre |
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DATE |
EVENT & DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Recruitment
occurs every week at 6:30 pm.
Starts the week of September 6th until
December.
Navy League –
every Tuesday
Sea Cadets –
every Wednesday |
A Few Good
Cadets Wanted!
The Navy League is recruiting and looking
for a few good cadets! Navy league is for
boys and girls ages 9 to 12 years old and
Sea Cadets are for boys and girls ages 12 to
18 years – Come out and see Durham’s best
kept secret! Are you ready for the
adventure? Visit for newspaper clipping
http://www.newsdurhamregion.com/news/ajax/article/134415
|
For more
information on Navy League and Sea Cadets in
Ajax and Pickering call 905.427.0482.
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Every Wednesday
& Saturday |
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. Walks meet at
various points in the Park. Please visit
www.rougepark.com for full schedule and
meeting point details.
Join your guide by the Rouge Park marked car
at the meeting point about 10 minutes ahead
of the start time. Bring 1 litre of water
(try a reusable bottle) and a snack. Trails
could be damp, slippery and/or muddy - wear
proper footwear for trails. Dress for the
weather and add on a waterproof jacket and a
warm layer.
If you have a question, drop us a line at
hike@rougepark.com Monday to Thursday
or call 905.713.6038. |
Rouge Park |
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Friday, December 3, 2010
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on
sale Saturday, November 27 at 9:00 am at the
Pickering Recreation Complex. Cost is $8.00
per person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at
905.420.4620 ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation Complex |
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Sunday, December
5 1:30
pm – 4:00 pm |
Poinsettia
Tea
Adults 55+ enjoy an afternoon of
entertainment featuring George Lake Big
Band. Tickets on sale Monday, November 8.
$5.00 each, must be purchased in advance.
City Event, contact Kim Bradley at
905.420.4660 ext. 2078 |
Pickering
Recreation Complex |
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Tuesday,
December 7
7:00 pm – 9:00
pm |
Make a Joyful
Noise Music Night
Enjoy a free featuring local musicians and
choirs playing a variety of holiday
favourites. Performers welcome – call to get
on the program.
Free event. Food Bank donations
appreciated.
City Partnership, contact Krystal Ferguson
at 905.420.4620 ext. 2064 |
Pickering Civic
Complex: Council Chambers |
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Thursday,
December 9
7:00 pm – 9:00
pm |
Make a Joyful
Noise Music Night
Enjoy a free featuring local musicians and
choirs playing a variety of holiday
favourites. Performers welcome – call to get
on the program.
Free event. Food Bank donations
appreciated.
City Partnership, contact Krystal Ferguson
at 905.420.4620 ext. 2064 |
Pickering Civic
Complex: Council Chambers |
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