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September 2022

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(23 Results Found)
September 1, 2022  to  September 30, 2022
2 Sep
Bayside Summer Soiree Town Organized Event

06:00 PM| Penetanguishene Amphitheatre

The Bayside Summer Soiree is a weekly outdoor event set upon the beautiful shores of Georgian Bay in Penetanguishene.  The Bayside Summer Soiree is a great way to spend your Friday nights, listening to live music, entertainment, outdoor movies and much more all summer long from June to September! 

3 Sep
Watercolour Painting Workshop External Community Event

10:00 AM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

Basic techniques like glazing, dry brush, wet in wet etc. will be covered during this ‘Voyage of Discovery’ workshop. Watercolour has long been considered a challenge, but Richard will help you uncover it secrets! Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre When: Saturday, September 3, 2022 from 10:00am-1:00pm How much: $100.00 Price includes admission to our interpretive centre and trails for day following the workshop. Who: Artists of any ability, aged 10+. Pre-registration is required. Please register using the link at https://www.wyemarsh.com/art-workshops, which will take you to Eventbrite to complete your purchase. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact 705-526-7809 or events@wyemarsh.com.

6 Sep
Rotary Champlain Wendat Park Walking Tour Town Organized Event

10:30 AM| Tour will start at the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen Street)

Take a walk in the park with the Penetanguishene Museum on September 6th and learn about the Indigenous and Franco-Ontarian history of our area. Tour will meet at 10:30 am in the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen St.). Tickets are $7 per person. Children 12 and under are free but must preregister. This is an outdoor event so please dress accordingly.

8 Sep
Downtown Penetanguishene Historical Walking Tour External Community Event

10:30 AM| Tour will start at the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen Street)

Take a walk downtown Penetanguishene and learn about the history of local homes and businesses on Sept 8. Tour will start at 10:30 am at the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen St.) Tickets are $7 per person. Children 12 and under are free but must also preregister. This is an outdoor event so please dress accordingly.

9 Sep
Recognition of the Contributions of the 2015 Rendez-vous Champlain Committee Penetanguishene Event

10:00 AM| Rotary Champlain Wendat Park by Legacy Walkway

In recognition of the contributions of the 2015 Rendez-vous Champlain Committee, the Town of Penetanguishene is hounoured to place an official plaque near Legacy Walkway, in Rotary Champlain Wendat Park.

The 2015 improvements to RCWP were instigated by the collective efforts of a passionate, hard working and knowledgeable committee dedicated to celebrating the Town's unique and historically significant heritage.

"It was the vision and drive of 18 devoted committee members that initiated the project and helped secure provincial and federal funding that assisted in revitalizing the Town's prime waterfront asset" says Mayor Doug Leroux.  "We cannot thank these members enough for their hard work in ensuring our Towns culture and heritage remains prevalent in our community."

We would like to invite members of the community to the official unveiling, Friday, September, 9th, at 10:00am.

 

 

10 Sep
2022 Helicopter Golf Ball Drop Event External Community Event

09:00 AM| Midland Golf and Country Club

Get your tickets for the 2022 Family & Friends Drop the Ball Raffle Tickets are now available for the raffle with a bang! Don’t miss your chance to snap up one of the 50,000 numbered golf balls to be dropped on the golf course from a helicopter above in the Family and Friends Drop the Ball Raffle. All proceeds support Hospice Huronia and Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. Family & Friends held a charitable golf tournament in September 2021 raising $32,300 in support of the two organizations. The event also kicked off ticket sales for the helicopter golf ball drop to take place September 10, 2022. Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25, which gives you the opportunity to win of 13 incredible prizes, plus two early bird draws to take place May 11 and July 26, 2022. Tickets are available online at www.familyandfriendscharity.ca. They make great gifts for your loved ones or as just a treat for yourself while supporting your community. Family & Friends are incredibly grateful to the many local businesses who have supported the Drop the Ball Raffle, sponsoring large-ticket items such as a Nissan car, a Sea-Doo personal watercraft and trailer, a Starcraft boat, motor & trailer, a snow blower, golf packages, trip packages and so much more. “People from all walks of life can find themselves in need of hospice or mental health services. We wanted to keep the raffle tickets affordable to give everyone a chance at these great prizes,” said Gerard La Chapelle. “Sponsors have been so generous in helping us pull together a slate of 30+ outstanding prizes so we’ll have many happy winners and ultimately families and individuals needing help from Waypoint and Hospice Huronia will benefit the most from everyone’s ticket purchases.” “Tomkins House opened last year to provide a home away-from-home for end of life care,” said Debbie Kesheshian, Executive Director of Hospice Huronia. “It is fundraisers like this raffle and our generous community that allow us to offer our services and programs at no cost to our residents, clients or their families. Your ticket purchase helps families needing our compassionate hospice care or bereavement support and we’re so grateful.” “We are enormously grateful to be partnering with Friends & Family and Hospice Huronia for this exciting fundraiser,” said Carol Lambie, Waypoint President and CEO. “The continued generosity of our community makes it possible for us to meet the growing demand for mental health and addictions support, treatment and care through the pandemic and beyond.” Gerard started the original Family & Friends Golf Tournament in 2006 in memory of his wife Gail. “We held a memorial tournament in October 2006, in the snow, and a group of us decided to make it an annual event,” he says. “In 2007 the Family & Friends Charitable Golf tournament officially began and has supported both Georgian Bay General Hospital and Georgian College in the past.”

10 Sep
Nature Photography Workshop External Community Event

10:00 AM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

This workshop will focus on nature photography, particularly birds. Richard will go over composition, camera settings, and approaching wildlife respectfully to get the perfect shot. Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre When: Saturday, September 10, 2022 from 10:00am-1:00pm How much: $75.00 Price includes admission to our interpretive centre and trails for day following the workshop. Who: Artists of any ability, aged 10+. Please note, a digital SLR camera with at least a 200 mm lens is required for this workshop. Pre-registration is required. Please register using the link at https://www.wyemarsh.com/art-workshops, which will take you to Eventbrite to complete your purchase. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact 705-526-7809 or events@wyemarsh.com.

11 Sep
End of Summer Concert Town Organized Event

06:30 PM| 13 Burke Street

Join the Penetanguishene Museum to celebrate the end of summer with an outdoor concert featuring the band Passport! Concert will be on Sunday, September 11, 2022 from 6:30pm -8:30pm. FREE admission. BBQ will be available by donation (limited quantity). 

15 Sep
Seniors BBQ Town Organized Event

11:00 AM| 13 Burke Street

Thursday, September 15th, 2022 Penetanguishene Centennial Museum From: 11:00 to 2:00 pm Entertainment: Dylan Lock Fee: $5.00 For more information please contact Angele Proulx at 705-549-7453 Ext. 231

15 Sep
Our Health-Home and Health External Community Event

07:30 PM| Midland Cultural Centre and Rogers TV/Streaming

Our Health presents “Home and Health”, an in-depth review of homelessness First event of the 2022/2023 series Homelessness is a major problem in Simcoe County. In Canada, homelessness has grown in size and complexity. Previously a crisis only of urban centres, it now reaches all areas and requires more services and resources. Today, in this country, it is estimated there are 35,000 people so described…… likely more! The homeless include men, women, youth, seniors, veterans, gender diverse, and mentally ill, of all races. This presentation by Our Health will examine how homelessness affects our health both mentally and physically! This event will be LIVE at three sites, in person at the MCC (add registration site), on Rogers TV throughout Simcoe County and also available online (add YouTube site).

17 Sep
Autumn Migratory Birds Workshop External Community Event

09:30 AM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

As migratory birds travel through our region we are offered a brief glimpse at these species as they travel. This opportunity presents itself but two times per year! This first part of this workshop will focus on all of the theory and mechanics of migration. We will explore the origins of migration, types of migration, how migration is navigated, the best places to view migration in Simcoe county, and ethical principles of birding. The second part of this workshop series focuses on identification. Be ready to learn intricate details of each species of songbird that can be found during this integral time of year for birds. Details like habitat preferences, behaviours, field marks, and songs & calls will be studied before voyaging on an identification hike to work on our newfound skills and see some of nature’s most amazing creatures! The workshop will include a hike to look for migratory waterfowl and songbirds, so please dress accordingly. When: Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 9:30am - 12:30pm Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre How much: $35.00 per person Price includes admission to our interpretive centre and trails for day following the workshop to go out and utilize your new found skills at birding. Who: All ages are welcome to attend. Youth under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Birding can happen in all weather! Please dress appropriately for an outdoor portion of the workshop. Pre-registration is required using the PayPal link at https://www.wyemarsh.com/migratory-birds-workshop Please note that you do not need a PayPal account, you can simply "check out as guest". If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact 705-526-7809 or events@wyemarsh.com. We ask for your phone number in case we need to contact you with updates to the workshop

17 Sep
Ontario Watercross Season Closing Races External Community Event

10:00 AM| Penetanguishene Rotary Champlain Wendat Park

The OWRA is a non profit organization that arranges Watercross race events accross Ontario. Watercross races are an unique event where sleds are slightly modified to go on water (though not through floatation) and do 4 laps around the race course among other races to win their heats and ultimately their classes. The overall seasons points winner will also be announced at this race. The overall heart of the organization is the sense of community and family that is generated between each of the racers and their families that come to watch. 

Classes range from Amateur to Pro classes with different motor sizes as well. 

We hope to see a great crowd out there supporting and cheering on our race family. 

17 Sep
Ontario Watercross Season Closing Races External Community Event

10:00 AM| Penetanguishene Rotary Champlain Wendat Park

The OWRA is a non profit organization that arranges Watercross race events accross Ontario. Watercross races are an unique event where sleds are slightly modified to go on water (though not through floatation) and do 4 laps around the race course among other races to win their heats and ultimately their classes. The overall seasons points winner will also be announced at this race. The overall heart of the organization is the sense of community and family that is generated between each of the racers and their families that come to watch. 

Classes range from Amateur to Pro classes with different motor sizes as well. 

We hope to see a great crowd out there supporting and cheering on our race family. 

18 Sep
Ontario Watercross Season Closing Races External Community Event

10:00 AM| Penetanguishene Rotary Champlain Wendat Park

The OWRA is a non profit organization that arranges Watercross race events accross Ontario. Watercross races are an unique event where sleds are slightly modified to go on water (though not through floatation) and do 4 laps around the race course among other races to win their heats and ultimately their classes. The overall seasons points winner will also be announced at this race. The overall heart of the organization is the sense of community and family that is generated between each of the racers and their families that come to watch. 

Classes range from Amateur to Pro classes with different motor sizes as well. 

We hope to see a great crowd out there supporting and cheering on our race family. 

20 Sep
Rotary Champlain Wendat Park Walking Tour Town Organized Event

10:30 AM| Tour will start at the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen Street)

Take a walk in the park with the Penetanguishene Museum on September 20th and learn about the Indigenous and Franco-Ontarian history of our area. Tour will meet at 10:30 am in the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen St.). Tickets are $7 per person. Children 12 and under are free but must preregister. This is an outdoor event so please dress accordingly.

21 Sep
Indigenous Art & Culture Awareness Week Workshops: What is Spirituality? and Giidwin Drummers Penetanguishene Event

06:00 PM| 13 Burke Street, Penetanguishene, ON L9M 1C1

The Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives will be hosting two events for Indigenous Art & Culture Awareness Week on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.

What is Spirituality? with Grandmother Elder Patricia Monague
What is spirituality? Come and learn about First Nation spirituality with Grandmother Elder Patricia Monague from Beausoleil First Nations at 6 PM

Giiwedin Drummers
Giiwedin Drummers will be performing songs and tachings at 7PM

Admission is free and light refreshments will be provided.

22 Sep
Downtown Penetanguishene Historical Walking Tour Town Organized Event

10:30 AM| Tour will start at the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen Street)

Take a walk downtown Penetanguishene and learn about the history of local homes and businesses on Sept 22nd. Tour will start at 10:30 am at the Curling Club parking lot (8 Owen St.) Tickets are $7 per person. Children 12 and under are free but must also preregister. This is an outdoor event so please dress accordingly.

24 Sep
Introduction to Falconry Workshop External Community Event

09:30 AM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre

Learn more about the ancient and exciting sport of falconry! Raptor Experience Falconry is by definition “hunting wild game with a trained raptor”. This ancient sport is an exciting and captivating activity and is a legal and regulated in the province of Ontario. The commitment required however to own care for an hunt with a raptor is massive. With over 30 years as a general falconer, Tom Goldsmith will be leading a workshop at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre to outline some considerations a person should keep in mind before committing to this sport. Some of the topics covered will be: - Is falconry for you? - Care a housing for your raptor - Falconry birds for the beginner - General equipment - Training for hunting - Hunting with your bird Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre When: Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 9:30am - 12:30pm How much: $50.00 Price includes admission to our interpretive centre and trails for day following the workshop. Who: Ages 16+. Pre-registration is using the PayPal link at https://www.wyemarsh.com/falconry-workshop. Please note that you do not need a PayPal account, you can simply "check out as guest". If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact 705-526-7809 or events@wyemarsh.com. We ask for your phone number in case we need to contact you with updates to the workshop.

24 Sep
Red Fox Card Making Workshop External Community Event

01:30 PM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12, Midland

Create a playful customized greeting card featuring this cute fox.

Learn how to cut and fold a base that stands to display beautifully. Play with stamps, inks, and wonderfully patterned papers to make a unique gift to be cherished. Feel great when you give it to someone you love. All materials provided.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
When: Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 1:30pm - 3:30pm
How much: $25.00 per participant. All materials are provided.
Who: Ages 12+. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-registration is required.

Please register using the PayPal link at https://www.wyemarsh.com/craft-workshops.
Please note that you do not need a PayPal account, you can simply "check out as guest".
We ask for your phone number in case we need to contact you with updates to the workshop.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact 705-526-7809 or events@wyemarsh.com.

 

25 Sep
Journée des Franco-Ontariens et Franco-Ontariennes avec Damien Robitaille External Community Event

01:00 PM| Penetanguishene Rotary Champlain wendat Park

 

English below

 

Venez célébrer la journée des Franco-Ontariens et des Franco-Ontariennes avec DAMIEN ROBITAILLE. Connu de tous, Damien est de retour dans sa région natale pour faire la fête. Il vous fera chanter et danser sur ses airs connus. www.damienrobitaille.com

 

En première partie, TWIN FLAMES. Groupe autochtone de la région d'Ottawa, récipiendaire de plusieurs prix au Canadian Folk Music Awards, ce duo Indie-rock, folk-pop, qui a fait le tour un peu partout au Canada et à travers le monde s'arrêtera à Penetanguishene pour faire la célébration. Pour en savoir plus : www.twinflamesmusic.com

 

ÉVÉNEMENT GRATUIT

 

PLACES ILLIMITÉES

 

 

***EN CAS DE PLUIE SEULEMENT***

 

L’événement sera présenté à l‘intérieur dans la Salle Roland-Desroches, 63 rue Main, Penetanguishene.

 

Maximum de 100 personnes dans la salle

 

Présenté par La Clé et les partenaires suivants:

 

Patrimoine Canada, Culture Alliance, Comté de Simcoe, la radio CFRH, le conseil scolaire Viamonde et le conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.

 

 

Join us to celebrate Franco-Ontarian Day with Damien Robitaille.  He is back in his hometown to perform his biggest hits for all of us to sing along to and enjoy for the event. www.damienrobitaille.com

 

Indigenous duo, Twin Flames, will be opening the afternoon with their wonderful songs in Inutitut and French. www.twinflames.com  

 

***In case of rain only***

 

The event will be moved to Roland-Desroches Hall at 63 Main St., Penetanguishene.  In this case, there would be a maximum capacity of 100 people.

 

This event is presented by La Clé and the following partners:

 

Canada Heritage, Culture Alliance, Simcoe County, CFRH Radio, Viamonde French School Board and MonAvenir Catholic French School Board.

28 Sep
Penetanguishene Blood Donation Event - NEW TIME External Community Event

03:30 PM| 2 Poyntz Street, Penetanguishene, ON L9M 1M2

All donors are urged to book or rebook appointments for when they are eligible to donate again and help us fill open beds in the days, weeks and months ahead. Book now at blood.ca.

30 Sep
Marsh by Moonlight - Fall Paddle External Community Event

06:30 PM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12, Midland

The Marsh by Moonlight Paddle Series features a guided voyageur style canoe tour through the sparkling moonlight waters of the Wye Marsh. Twinkling voyageur canoes and boardwalk, night noises, bannock roasted over the open fire accompanied with a hot drink will make for an unforgettable night! Connect with nature and experience the Wye Marsh in a way that not many people have the opportunity to!

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
When: September 30, October 1, October 7, October 8 & October 9, 2022 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
How Much: $75.00 per participant, includes life vest, and a small gift to hold as a memory of the night!
Who: Ages 13+. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-registration is required. Space is very limited.
Visit: https://www.wyemarsh.com/Marsh-By-Moonlight-Canoe

30 Sep
Marsh by Moonlight - Fall Paddle External Community Event

06:30 PM| Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12, Midland

The Marsh by Moonlight Paddle Series features a guided voyageur style canoe tour through the sparkling moonlight waters of the Wye Marsh. Twinkling voyageur canoes and boardwalk, night noises, bannock roasted over the open fire accompanied with a hot drink will make for an unforgettable night! Connect with nature and experience the Wye Marsh in a way that not many people have the opportunity to!

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
When: September 30, October 1, October 7, October 8 & October 9, 2022 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
How Much: $75.00 per participant, includes life vest, and a small gift to hold as a memory of the night!
Who: Ages 13+. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Pre-registration is required. Space is very limited.
Visit: https://www.wyemarsh.com/Marsh-By-Moonlight-Canoe


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