Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

Whitby Girls Softball is now open for registration for the 2026 season! WGSA is a great program for girls ages 4–24 to have fun, stay physically active, and develop their softball skills. The season runs from mid-May to mid-August. To register and learn more, visit whitbygirlssoftball.com. They’re looking forward to hitting the diamond this summer and hope you’ll join them!

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

Join facilitator Julie Ditta for an evening of rhythmic drumming at Lynde House Museum.

All ages welcome. No experience necessary.

Instruments provided or bring your own.

Indoor event with limited seating.

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

Looking for something more than just a typical movie night? Check out Retro Reels!

Enjoy retro classics with the added experience of themed cocktails, treats, trivia, prizes and giveaways! Costumes and PJs encouraged!

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – 40th Anniversary
Ferris Bueller (Matthew Broderick) has an uncanny skill at cutting classes and getting away with it. Intending to make one last ditch before graduation, Ferris calls in sick and embarks on a one-day journey through the streets of Chicago with his girlfriend and best friend in tow. But hot on his trail is his high school principal determined to catch him in the act!

Tickets are only $5 and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

Annual Giant Indoor Yard Sale is happening again at Westminster United Church in Whitby - come and see all the items we have for sale!  Kitchen items, hardware, electronics, linens, books, clothing and much more.  Bargains to be found!  You will be supporting the United Church Women and the work of Westminster United Church in our community.

Westminster United Annual Giant Indoor Yard Sale.  Come out for some deals - clothing, kitchenware, linens, jewelry, hardware and much more.  Come out and support the work of Westminster United in our community.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

We would like to invite you to attend the 420 Wing Oshawa Inc.'s 3rd Annual Gala Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, 2026. This year's theme is "April in Paris". The event commences at 5:00 p.m.. There will be a dinner, silent auction, door prizes and dancing to live music. Dress is "Paris Chic" or cocktail attire. We are looking for support through Gala attendance, sponsorships or auction donations. Please help support this wonderful historic building, so we can continue to provide a space for social and memorial events that foster a strong sense of community and camaraderie in Oshawa for all of its citizens. This year we are hoping to raise enough funds to update the 420 Wing kitchen. Every donation whether large or small will help us in our efforts to rejuvenate an important piece of Oshawa's history.

Tickets are $140 each for general public and $115 each for 420 Wing members. For more information, please contact 420wingmessofficer@gmail.com

Artist Reception: April 11th, 1pm-3pm 

Scugog Arts presents: ‘Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky’ by Kate Greenway 

 April 4th  - April 26th, 2026 

268 Queen St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1B8 

Wild in Pieces: Collage Creatures of Land, Sea and Sky invites viewers into a vibrant world where animals and birds emerge from layers of texture, colour, and imagination. This mixed-media exhibition brings together creatures collaged from recycled magazine paper, birds formed with the fluidity of watercolour and the spontaneity of monoprint, and animals built from hand-painted and collaged tissue paper. Each piece celebrates the beauty and diversity of the natural world while showcasing the possibilities of reimagined materials. Through fragments and layers, Wild in Pieces transforms everyday papers into extraordinary portraits of life on land, sea, and in the sky. 

All are welcome! 

We are excited to launch this year's 16th annual Outrun CF Durham 5K Walk/Run! Over the last 16 years this local community walk has raised $227,000 thanks to supporters like you!

By supporting this community event, you're making critical work possible. Funds raised through community events like Outrun CF go to support CF Canada's specialist government relations team and CF Canada advocates who are fighting for access to critical medicine, fuel innovative research programs, and ensure the care and support that the entire CF community needs is available and accessible.

This year’s event will be run in a hybrid format.

In Person

April 26, 2026 - 12 noon

Meet at Carruthers Marsh Pavilion

Virtually

April 19 – May 3, 2026

Complete your walk, from anywhere, your way, on your own time!

To register or donate please visit https://changemakers.crowdchange.ca/128311

Registration is fast and easy!

Follow us on social media for updates on the event and to find out how your support has advanced cystic fibrosis research and care that has more than doubled life expectancy for Canadians living with cystic fibrosis!

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Outrun-CF-Durham-1562147394104001

Instagram – outruncfdurham

Calling All Crafters!

The Oshawa Museum is hosting a craft circle for all ages on the last Sunday of each month. Bring your latest work in progress and hang out with museum volunteers and other like-minded crafters. This is the perfect chance to try something if you’re new to handicrafts or solve a mystery, like how to actually fix slipped stitches and how the heck to hold a crochet hook properly.

This is a free experience, but the Oshawa Museum always welcomes donations. Come to Guy House, the yellow museum building in Lakeview Park, between 12:30 and 3:30 pm.

Dates are subject to change due to holidays or museum events.

Whitby Girls Softball is now open for registration for the 2026 season! WGSA is a great program for girls ages 4–24 to have fun, stay physically active, and develop their softball skills. The season runs from mid-May to mid-August. To register and learn more, visit whitbygirlssoftball.com. They’re looking forward to hitting the diamond this summer and hope you’ll join them!

The Whitby Historical Society Presents - Tea & Speaker Series

Join best-selling author, historian and public speaker Barbara Dickson as she presents a life in Canada during the first half of the 19th century as seen through the eyes of an English gentleman, David Cragg.

Take a virtual walk through "Muddy York" with David after he disembarked at the foot of Yonge Street following a harrowing 80-day ocean journey to Canada. Catch some of his exuberance as he starts a new life in Upper Canada, eventually becoming the founder of Greenbank,

Admission by donation. Call or register online at lyndehousemuseum.com/events.

Experience Doors Open Oshawa, an annual event held on the first Saturday in May. This event provides an opportunity to explore Oshawa's diverse heritage and cultural sites. Spend the day discovering local history, unique Oshawa buildings and spaces while celebrating the communities' heritage.

Doors Open Ontario is a province-wide celebration that provides a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always interesting places and spaces in cities acrosss Ontario, free of charge from May to October.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Spring Art Festival by Oshawa Art Assoc.  Sale & Show,  May 2 & 3, 10am to 5 pm both days.  Held inside at Camp Samac Hall.  Free Admission & Parking. 53 artists.  Berry Hill snack counter. Live music.  Hourly draws for free paintings.

BGC Durham - formerly the Boys and Girls Club - is hosting its very first music festival in celebration of National Youth Week! Come out and enjoy live performances from talented Durham-based music groups. Admission is free, with food and drinks available for purchase. This event will be held outside Eastview BGC (433 Eulalie Ave) from 12-6 PM, Saturday, May 2nd.

Join Big Brother Big Sisters of North Durham for the 32nd annual Wing & Pizza Night! This years event will be held on Saturday May 2nd, 7pm at the Scugog Recreation Centre, Pad 1. Tickets are now on sale!   

Wing & Pizza Night is a well-attended community fundraising event that hosts over 650 guests each year. The evening features a live DJ, a cash bar, multiple raffles and draws, a live/silent auction, and a wide variety of delicious wings and pizza from local restaurants.

Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/wing-and-pizza-night--2026 

Spring Art Festival by Oshawa Art Assoc.  Sale & Show,  May 2 & 3, 10am to 5 pm both days.  Held inside at Camp Samac Hall.  Free Admission & Parking. 53 artists.  Berry Hill snack counter. Live music.  Hourly draws for free paintings.

Join the Mayor's Cleanup events this year to help beautify our community. Volunteer your time and make a difference in local parks, green spaces, trails, and schoolyards.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Petapolooza is an annual event that brings together pet owners and enthusiasts within our community. It gives our community the opportunity to meet industry professionals, rescue groups, and others in the pet industry.

Last years  Petapolooza Pet Festival saw a record breaking attendance of over 4,500 people and brought in $36,000 ($11,729.45 in donations from the day of).

Petapolooza is Animal Services largest fundraiser with all proceeds going towards building Pickering a permanent animal shelter and/or for the day to day care of animals housed at the shelter, including unforeseen medical costs.

Saturday, May 9, 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Esplanade Park

For more information, visit pickering.ca/petapolooza

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The Durham Rape Crisis Centre invites you to our Mother’s Day High Tea - Sunday, May 10th. Enjoy an elegant afternoon filled with fragrant teas, decadent cakes, delicate cookies, and sweet delights, all served in a charming. Dress up, bring your friends, and celebrate one cup of tea at a time.

Guests will also have the chance to win a beautiful High Tea setting for six or a coffee maker, and most importantly 100% of funds raised will directly support the Durham Rape Crisis Centre’s work providing free, confidential, trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual violence. Join us for a meaningful day that blends celebration with compassion – and helps make a powerful difference.

Early Bird tickets are available now for a limited time at a reduced price and include your chance to win a Swarovski Crystal necklace.

For tickets, visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/mothers-day-fundraiser-may-10--2026

Or the DRCC website events page: https://drcc.ca/event/mothers-day-high-tea-fundraiser/

Come one, come all! The Carnival is in town for our latest Murder Mystery event. Explore the museum grounds with magicians, fortune tellers, and more to find clues. Are you perceptive enough to solve the mystery in this Carnival of Chaos?

Light snacks are provided after the event and clues are shared!

Tickets are available on the Museum website https://www.scugog.ca/parks-recreation-culture/museums/museum-programs-and-events/ 

Join us for the TIFF Ajax Film Circuit at the St. Francis Centre

Here’s your chance to watch films from the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) without driving into the city, dealing with traffic jams and paying for parking - it’s all right here in Ajax! Film selections include Canadian and foreign made films, contemporary cinema and thought-provoking independent films.

Bob Trevino Likes It
Inspired by the true friendship that writer/director Tracie Laymon found with a stranger when looking for her father online.

Often playing the role of caretaker to people, like her father, who should be caring for her, Lily Trevino longs for familial connection, having been abandoned by her mother as a child and then suddenly by her father in her twenties. Bob Trevino works long hours alone at a construction company to support his wife Jeanie's scrapbooking habit. Having endured a lot in the past decade, Bob puts his wife first, to the point of ignoring his own feelings and his need for friendship, meaning and connection - that is, until he gets an unexpected Facebook message from a stranger. Lily and Bob's blossoming friendship becomes a vital source of connection and healing for them both. In their own ways, they both learn they are worthy of extraordinary love exemplified through small acts of kindness.

Concessions and cash bar available.

Tickets are only $12 and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Join us as we welcome multi–Dora Award-nominated M. John Kennedy and his hit solo show, Fireside Munsch, to the St. Francis Centre! 

This high-energy performance features four of Robert Munsch’s classic stories performed as one wacky storytelling play – ‘Mud Puddle’, ‘Mortimer’, ‘The Paper Bag Princess’, and ‘Jonathan Cleaned Up - Then He Heard a Sound.’ Whether you’re a child or a child-at-heart, these beloved Canadian classic stories offer plenty of laughter and that familiar warmth of a great Munsch tale. It’s interactive, hilarious and a great family show you don’t want to miss! 

Concessions available.

Tickets are only $20 and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

Celebrate Public Works Week with a free family-friendly event at the Consolidated Operations Depot. Come explore vehicle displays, live entertainment, children's activities, delicious food and tours of the facility. Meet with City staff as they share engaging information about their important roles in the community.

LINDSAY AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET & VINTAGE CAR SHOW

Held at the Lindsay Fairgrounds, this exciting weekend brings together auto enthusiasts, collectors, vendors and families for one of the largest automotive swap meets in the region!

ADMISSION: $10 per person / Kids under 12 - FREE

HOURS: May 23rd - 8am - 5pm / May 24th - 8am - 3pm

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Automotive Flea Market
• Classic Car Show
• Car Sales Corral
• Over 500 Vendors
• Family Friendly Atmosphere
• Camping Available

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Come to Scugog Shores Museum for their opening weekend event on May 23 and 24!

Spring is here and rain or shine, there is always something happening. Plants are growing and animals are more active and our staff are here to share their knowledge of local ecology and how the environment of Scugog has changed over time.

Join us to see new exhibits and to take home your own native plant seeds to start your own spring garden!

Celebrate creativity and community at Artfest, in Esplanade Park! This two-day festival showcases the vibrant work of emerging and local artists, artisans, independent authors, and performers, offering something for everyone.

Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Esplanade Park

For more information visit pickering.ca/artfest

With nearly 50 years and 5,000+ shows across the globe, The Rolling Stones Experience featuring the Blushing Brides is no ordinary tribute...it’s a rock ‘n’ roll phenomenon. Masters of the Stones’ vast catalogue spanning seven decades, the Brides don’t just play the songs — they embody the raw energy, attitude and soul of The Rolling Stones. Every show is a unique journey through rock history, filled with spontaneity, passion and high-octane performance. 

More than a concert, every performance becomes a shared experience, where the audience helps shape the magic unfolding on stage. If you’re a true Stones fan, this is more than a tribute —it’s the next best thing to the real thing. Don’t miss the show that keeps the spirit of The Rolling Stones alive—louder, bolder and more unforgettable than ever!

Concessions and cash bar available.

Tickets are only $38 and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

LINDSAY AUTOMOTIVE FLEA MARKET & VINTAGE CAR SHOW

Held at the Lindsay Fairgrounds, this exciting weekend brings together auto enthusiasts, collectors, vendors and families for one of the largest automotive swap meets in the region!

ADMISSION: $10 per person / Kids under 12 - FREE

HOURS: May 23rd - 8am - 5pm / May 24th - 8am - 3pm

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Automotive Flea Market
• Classic Car Show
• Car Sales Corral
• Over 500 Vendors
• Family Friendly Atmosphere
• Camping Available

Celebrate creativity and community at Artfest, in Esplanade Park! This two-day festival showcases the vibrant work of emerging and local artists, artisans, independent authors, and performers, offering something for everyone.

Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Esplanade Park

For more information visit pickering.ca/artfest

Calling All Crafters!

The Oshawa Museum is hosting a craft circle for all ages on the last Sunday of each month. Bring your latest work in progress and hang out with museum volunteers and other like-minded crafters. This is the perfect chance to try something if you’re new to handicrafts or solve a mystery, like how to actually fix slipped stitches and how the heck to hold a crochet hook properly.

This is a free experience, but the Oshawa Museum always welcomes donations. Come to Guy House, the yellow museum building in Lakeview Park, between 12:30 and 3:30 pm.

Dates are subject to change due to holidays or museum events.

The Whitby Historical Society Presents The Tea & History Speaker Series

Charles Fothergill was a naturalist who came to Upper Canada in 1817 with the express intention of compiling a complete natural history of the British Empire. During his residence in Upper Canada, he became involved with most aspects of the local community, from settlement issues to politics to environmental concerns to cultural life. He compiled extensive notes on the fauna and flora and, in Pickering Township, created one of Ontario's earliest museums.

The speaker, John Sabean, is a co-founder and the President of the Pickering Township Historical Society. He is a cultural historian with interests in natural history, Canadian art history, and heritage preservation. A retired professional book editor, he now spends his time researching and writing about local history.

Register by phone or online at lyndehousemuseum.com/events. Admisssion by donation.

Quizzes and Cocktails – The Series
Calling all supposed know-it-alls, intrepid quiz masters, self-proclaimed professors of random knowledge and those who just want to have a good time and a good laugh! Test your brain's ability to retain random knowledge and fun facts in an "anything goes" trivia night where all skills are welcome! Join us as an individual or with a team of up to four people as we test your knowledge of movies, music, TV, cartoons, superheroes, pop culture, history, science, sports and more! 

NOTE: Each team will need to bring a smartphone, tablet or laptop to play. 

The series includes four dates – November 12, January 28, March 25 and May 27. Register for as many events as you like, but let’s be honest, we know you want to be part of the whole series! Our 2023, 2024, and 2025 events all sold out. Seats are limited! Don't miss out! Get your tickets today!

Prizes awarded. Concessions and cash bar available.

Tickets are only $5 per team member, per event, and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Come celebrate the beginning of National Indigenous History Month in Canada with a variety of energetic performances, storytelling, spoken word artists, traditional dancing, hand drumming, and interactive workshops led by First Nations, Inuit, and Métis presenters and storytellers.

Join us for the TIFF Ajax Film Circuit at the St. Francis Centre

Here’s your chance to watch films from the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) without driving into the city, dealing with traffic jams and paying for parking—it’s all right here in Ajax! Film selections include Canadian and foreign made films, contemporary cinema and thought-provoking independent films.

The Wedding Banquet
The Wedding Banquet is a joyful comedy of errors that reimagines Ang Lee's 1993 film, exploring the complexities of relationships between two LGBT couples. It follows a gay man, Min, who makes a deal with a lesbian couple, Angela and Lee, to obtain a green card in exchange for her partner's IVF treatments. Their plans are disrupted when Min's grandmother surprises them with a traditional Korean wedding banquet. The film delves into the challenges and evolving dynamics within these couples, balancing humor and emotional depth.

Concessions and cash bar available.

Tickets are only $12 and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

Another year of Canoe the Nonquon!

Join as a registered participant and paddle down the Nonquon River and across Lake Scugog. More information about registration on the Museum website https://www.scugog.ca/parks-recreation-culture/museums/museum-programs-and-events/canoe-the-nonquon/ 

Or join as a spectator on the shore and enjoy community festivities. 

Join us for our 22nd annual award-winning Peony Festival. Featuring over 300 varieties of beautiful peonies, a juried flower show, artisan market, cultural performances, live entertainment and food vendors.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Join us for our 22nd annual award-winning Peony Festival. Featuring over 300 varieties of beautiful peonies, a juried flower show, artisan market, cultural performances, live entertainment and food vendors.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

The theatre lights dim. There's a hush in the air as the stage is suddenly bathed in bright lights. The music starts and the diva makes her grand entrance onto the stage. The time has come - the extravaganza begins!

Celebrate June as Pride Month with a glorious mix of glitzy, glamourous music and dance featuring fantastic, fun and feel-good drag performances. It's a celebration of love and all that is FAB-U-LOUS!

NOTE: Drag is a tipping industry and tips are greatly appreciated. If you would like to tip a performer, please bring cash. We will have $5 bills to change out larger bills if needed.

Concessions and cash bar available.

Tickets are only $20 and are available at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, and online at www.ajax.ca/sfc. For more information, call 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS), email us at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca, or visit us online at www.ajax.ca/sfc

Join the Mayor's Cleanup events this year to help beautify our community. Volunteer your time and make a difference in local parks, green spaces, trails, and schoolyards.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Join us for the TIFF Ajax Film Circuit at the St. Francis Centre

Here’s your chance to watch films from the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) without driving into the city, dealing with traffic jams and paying for parking—it’s all right here in Ajax! Film selections include Canadian and foreign made films, contemporary cinema and thought-provoking independent films.

Ninan Auassat: We, the Children
In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the St. Francis Centre presents a free screening of Ninan Auassat: We, the Children. Told entirely from a child’s perspective, Ninan Auassat: We, the Children is a powerful and immersive documentary that reveals the dreams of a new generation ready to take flight. Renowned for her intimate and compelling films, director Kom O’Bomsawin takes us deep into the world of Indigenous youth, capturing the stories of children from the Atikamekw, Eeyou Cree and Innu Nations over a period of more than six years. Without adult narration or expert commentary, the film offers an unfiltered look at childhood as it unfolds, from everyday life to defining moments on the path to adulthood. It’s a bold cinematic statement — one that gives space to a generation eager to be heard. Their voices ring out, not just as personal stories, but as a call to action, demanding recognition and the chance to thrive on their own terms.

Concessions and cash bar available.

This film presentation is FREE to attend, however, registration is required either online at www.ajax.ca/sfc, by email at stfranciscentre@ajax.ca or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS).

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Calling All Crafters!

The Oshawa Museum is hosting a craft circle for all ages on the last Sunday of each month. Bring your latest work in progress and hang out with museum volunteers and other like-minded crafters. This is the perfect chance to try something if you’re new to handicrafts or solve a mystery, like how to actually fix slipped stitches and how the heck to hold a crochet hook properly.

This is a free experience, but the Oshawa Museum always welcomes donations. Come to Guy House, the yellow museum building in Lakeview Park, between 12:30 and 3:30 pm.

Dates are subject to change due to holidays or museum events.

Celebrate Canada Day 2026 in Pickering!

Join us for a full day of celebration featuring live entertainment, a variety of food vendors, and family-friendly activities as we come together to honour Canada’s birthday. Daytime and evening programming will offer something for everyone, from lively performances to festive community experiences.

Wednesday, July 1
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Esplanade Park

For more information visit pickering.ca/canadaday

Join our pop up booth at Palmer Park along side other activities organized by the Township of Scugog. Or join as at Scugog Shores Museum for historic tours and arts and crafts!

The City of Oshawa's Canada Day celebration is a free family friendly event at Lakeview Park. Come celebrate Canada's 159th birthday with live music, entertainment, delicious food, activities and displays. Recognized as a Top 100 event by Festivals and Events Ontario, the fun begins at 2 p.m. concluding with a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Ontario at 10 p.m.

Join us for a full day of celebration featuring live entertainment, a variety of food vendors, and family-friendly activities as we come together to honour Canada’s birthday. Daytime and evening programming will offer something for everyone, from lively performances to festive community experiences.

Wednesday, July 1
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Kinsmen Park

For more information visit pickering.ca/canadaday

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Workshop running on July 11 and 12

Come see the beautiful stained glass held in the Scugog Shores Museum Head Church and learn about the history behind the craftmanship. Then paint your own stained plexi glass to take home and hang in the sun!

Tickets will be available on the Museum website https://www.scugog.ca/parks-recreation-culture/museums/museum-programs-and-events/ 

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

North Oshawa Farmers' Market - 2024 market season starts Sat. May 11 - 9am to 2pm - Lots of awesome

vendors and products. 

This is  a weekly market - every Saturday from May 11 to October 12.

North Oshawa Farmers' Market - 2024 market season starts Sat. May 11 - 9am to 2pm - Lots of awesome

vendors and products. 

This is  a weekly market - every Saturday from May 11 to October 12.

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Calling All Crafters!

The Oshawa Museum is hosting a craft circle for all ages on the last Sunday of each month. Bring your latest work in progress and hang out with museum volunteers and other like-minded crafters. This is the perfect chance to try something if you’re new to handicrafts or solve a mystery, like how to actually fix slipped stitches and how the heck to hold a crochet hook properly.

This is a free experience, but the Oshawa Museum always welcomes donations. Come to Guy House, the yellow museum building in Lakeview Park, between 12:30 and 3:30 pm.

Dates are subject to change due to holidays or museum events.

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

Yoga in the Garden is back! Get your Zen on in the beautiful Henry House Heritage Gardens this summer!

Starting Friday, June 7, at 9 am, we’re on the mat and ready to flow. Classes are free drop-in 1 hour-long sessions, with donations accepted. All proceeds go to the Oshawa Museum. This series continues every Friday morning, rain or shine, through September (temperatures permitting.)

All levels of yogis are welcome! Please bring any props that support your practice. Also, not all yogis enjoy pets and animals during their practice. If you bring a pet, they must always be on a short leash.

To see a complete list of instructors, visit the Oshawa Museum website or our Facebook page.

About the Oshawa Museum: The Oshawa Museum preserves and promotes awareness and appreciation of Oshawa’s history for a diverse audience's education, enrichment and enjoyment. As the only community museum in Oshawa, we take great pride in showcasing our city's history from the earliest First Nation occupation to the end of WWII. The OM is administered by the Oshawa Historical Society, a not-for-profit charitable institution, as an external agency of the City of Oshawa.

The Wellspring 2026 Holistic Fair takes place on April 18 at the Newcastle Community Hall. Free to all attendees. The Fair will feature over 20 local holistic practitioners, retailers, clinics and spas. Separate Speaker Sessions, Mala Bracelet Making classes, Herbal Tea Tastings, Apple Cider Sampling (non-alcoholic), Mini Wellness sessions at the practitioners' tables. Also featuring Pet Therapy. This is a terrific opportunity to learn more about holistic wellness for the whole family. Pre-register for Speaker Sessions and Mala Bracelet classes at wellspring2026clarington@gmail.com

Workshop running on August 1 and 2!

Take a tour through the Museum’s Print Shop and learn about the old ways of crafting newspapers, ads, and books. Then stitch, glue, and design your own hardcover booklet. 

Tickets will be available on the Museum website https://www.scugog.ca/parks-recreation-culture/museums/museum-programs-and-events/ 

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

Join us for Events in the Park, a free family friendly series of events held across various parks within Oshawa. July through September, community members enjoy live outdoor entertainment, including various music genres, interactive theatre, dance and a movie night.

Hundreds of classic vehicles line downtown streets for this outdoor festival, bringing together generations of vehicle enthusiasts, vintage car clubs, and car lovers from the young to the young at heart. Tour the event footprint observing vehicles, listening to live music, exploring children's activities, enjoying delicious downtown eats, and visiting Touch a Truck at Tribute Communities Centre and the Canadian Automotive Museum.

Try your hand at crafting items that were needed in daily life in the past. From envelopes to baskets, everything was made by hand.

Craft at each station and collect stamps as you go for a final prize!

Calling All Crafters!

The Oshawa Museum is hosting a craft circle for all ages on the last Sunday of each month. Bring your latest work in progress and hang out with museum volunteers and other like-minded crafters. This is the perfect chance to try something if you’re new to handicrafts or solve a mystery, like how to actually fix slipped stitches and how the heck to hold a crochet hook properly.

This is a free experience, but the Oshawa Museum always welcomes donations. Come to Guy House, the yellow museum building in Lakeview Park, between 12:30 and 3:30 pm.

Dates are subject to change due to holidays or museum events.