💼PTBO On The Move

Good morning, PTBO! Folk Fest rolled in with fiddles and banjos all over town and then Kim Mitchell showed up blasting Patio Lanterns like it was the law. Peterborough pretty much turned into one big jukebox this weekend.

In today’s PTBO Brief:

Let's get to it.

— M&B

Down 3–2 in the series. Down 5–2 in Games 6 and 7. But the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers refused to die, storming back to beat Brooklin 8–7 in overtime Thursday at the Memorial Centre.

Mike Robinson buried the winner with 2:56 left in OT, capping a wild rally that had the crowd of 2,859 shaking the rafters. Holden Cattoni tied it late on a power play, and Nick Rose/Drew Hutchison held strong in net to seal the deal.

The Lakers now head into Game 2 of the MSL Finals down 1–0, with the series shifting back to the Mem Centre Tuesday night. Tickets on sale Tuesday morning.

Councillors Alex Bierk and Keith Riel are off to Fredericton on Aug. 21 to see the 12 Neighbours community up close. It’s a big little project — nearly 100 tiny homes, plus a café, bakery, and training programs — all meant to give people dealing with homelessness a shot at stability and skills.

Mayor Jeff Leal pushed for the trip, saying Peterborough needs new ideas after council voted to end One City’s overnight shelter funding in 2026. Bierk says the model might not fit everyone here, but it could help open up space in shelters and create more “flow-through” housing for people ready to take the next step.

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🚛 Landfill Fees Could Sting Vinnies: Vinnies thrift shops in Peterborough and Lakefield say new landfill rules set for 2026 could cost them up to $100,000 a year. For years the charity’s been exempt from tipping fees when tossing unusable donations, but that break is ending. With dump rates at $260 a ton, general manager Angela Oran says it’s a “major financial hit” that could drain resources from Vinnies’ food banks — including the city’s largest.

Right now about half of what comes through their donation doors can’t be resold, and illegal dumping of broken furniture and mattresses just makes it worse. City and county leaders argue the landfill can’t afford special exemptions anymore, but Mayor Jeff Leal says council will revisit Vinnies’ concerns at the next waste management meeting in September.

🛒 Sobeys Towerhill Shows Off Fresh New Look: After six months of renos, Sobeys on Towerhill Road threw open its doors Thursday with a big grand reopening. Franchisee John Armstrong and his family say the store’s been completely gutted and rebuilt — from new floors and shelving to a modernized deli, hot food counter, and even sushi chefs now on site.

The first 500 shoppers scored $10 gift cards, plus giveaways and samplings filled the aisles. Sobeys also marked the day with a $2,000 donation to Hospice Peterborough. Armstrong says the facelift means more space, more local products on the shelves, and a better “market feel” for everyday shopping.

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🎤 Open Mic: Bring your tunes, jokes, or random brilliance - Joslynn Burford’s got the mic ready and the crowd’s all ears. Bonus: $6 Lake of Bays pints keep the courage flowing. 6 PM The Black Horse Pub

🥍 Lakers Game 2: The comeback kings are back on home floor and looking to even the series. Bring your loudest voice, face paint optional, but strongly encouraged. 8 PM Memorial Centre ($)

🧠 Trivia: Questions fly, laughs follow, and only the sharpest team walks away with bragging rights, Social Bucks for the winners, plus $22 sangria pitchers and $22 team nacho platters. 8 PM The Social

🎤 Open Mic at the Pig’s Ear: Grab a pint, grab the mic, and let it rip music, comedy, poetry, whatever you’ve got. 9 PM Pigs Ear

🎬 Movie Trivia Madness: From cult classics to box office hits, test your film smarts on the big screen questions popcorn knowledge pays off with bragging rights 7 PM Crook & Coffer

🐾 Pup-Trol Dinner: A night made for little adventurers — family dinner, photo ops, and high-paws with rescue Police Pup and Fireman Pup. Tail wags guaranteed! 5 PM Boston Pizza North

📚 Book Launch: Lyndal Walker is marking the release of her new book God Has a Sound with a relaxed evening full of stories about how it came together, a few guest speakers, and plenty of time to mingle over snacks and drinks. It’s a chance to celebrate, connect, and hear some inspiration straight from the author. 7:30 PM Youth Unlimited

🍹 Anchorman Trivia: Stay classy and test your knowledge of Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 news team. It’s an evening of laughs, lamp jokes, and maybe even a little jazz flute. 7:30 PM Boston Pizza South

📚 Summer Reading Celebration: The Peterborough Public Library is Celebrating a summer of books with games, GreenUP’s bike playground, food, a photo tent, plus special guests Tim Holland on stilts and Katelyn Brennan with music. Bring your appetite and enjoy the fun! 4:30 PM Quaker Square

🌿 Pilates in the Park: Stretch, strengthen and soak up the sunshine with a mix of Pilates, yoga and mindful movement that leaves you feeling balanced and energized. Just bring a mat, water and good vibes. 6 PM Newhall Park

🌽 Farmers Market: Stroll the stalls, load up on fresh produce, local treats and handmade goodies, and catch up with the community while you shop. 8 AM Quaker Park

🛒 All Hands on Deck Food Drive: Mark’s in Peterborough and Lindsay is teaming up with Kawartha Food Share to fill a truck with school-safe snacks and pantry staples for families in need. Swing by on with non-perishables like juice boxes, granola bars, canned goods and more to help stock the shelves for fall. drop off 10 Am - 6 PM at: Greg’s No Frills, Jo Anne’s place & Foodland Sherbrooke/ Hunter St

🎸 Open Stage W Diamond Dave: Bring your guitar, your voice or whatever you’ve been working on and play it live for a crowd that loves discovering local music 7 PM Crook & Coffer

🚗 Cruise Night at Craftworks: Shiny classics, roaring engines and plenty of chrome — roll into Craftworks at the Barn for a car show that’s all about community, conversation and cool rides. 4 PM Craftworks at the Barn

🎱 Thursday Bingo Night: Your free space is waiting with prizes on the line, $10 margaritas and $12 taco trios keeping the night lively. 7:30 PM The Social

🧠 Trivia Night: Gather your crew, order a round and put your brain to the test with questions that spark laughs, debates and maybe even a few lucky guesses. 8 PM Pigs Ear

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Joanna & Danny | McThirsty’s | 8 PM

Kevin Foster | McThirsty’s | 8 PM
The Space Heaters | Jethro’s | 9 PM

Kevin Foster | 100 Acre Brewing | 5 PM
Gunslingers | Craftworks at the Barn | 5 PM
Matt Simpson | Rolling Grape | 5:30 PM
Jazz & Blues Night | The Black Horse | 7 PM
Jenna Truax & Friends | Jethro’s | 8 PM
DJ Candy Crush | McThirsty’s | 8 PM
Andrew Queen | Jethro’s | 10 PM

THANKS!

You stay classy Peterborough, and thank you again for reading!

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