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Port Hope, county respond to AkzoNobel closure
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Apr 25, 2025
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The Ontario government is investing nearly $20 million to support more than 350 festivals and events across the province this year, including those th...
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Upcoming Events
MAR 19 - MAY 31
MAR 19 - MAY 31
Port Hope and District Agricultural Society
Port Hope Agricultural Park, McCaul Street, Port Hope, ON, Canada
Port Hope and District Agricultural Society is offering a $500 bursary to Northumberland residents 25 and under who will be enrolled in an agricultural program at Canadian University or College.
For more information check out our website porthopefair.com or email secretaryt@porthopefair.com
Full DetailsAPR 01 - APR 30
APR 01 - APR 30
Teen Book Spine Poetry Contest
Social Media
April is National Poetry Month. Celebrate by creating your own unique book spine poem using Cobourg Public Library books.
To enter, submit a photo of your poem to our social media platforms or email to rpurdy@cobourg.library.on.ca.
The winner will be randomly drawn to win a teen prize pack.
Contest open to ages 13-17 years of age. One entry per person.
Full DetailsAPR 01 - MAY 27
APR 01 - MAY 27
Chess at the Library
Cobourg Public Library, Ontario Street, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Drop-in for this fun event!
Meet other local chess players.
Pieces, boards and timers will be available.
All ages welcome.
Full DetailsAPR 27
APR 27
3rd Annual Mother's Day Market
Port Hope Masonic Temple, Toronto Road, Port Hope, ON, Canada
Event is a multi table market filled with local entrepreneurs to celebrate Mother's Day.
All proceeds from the event will go to the local temple Daughters of the Nile, an international organization that raises money for the Shriners Children Hospital.
Full DetailsAPR 01 - JUL 26
APR 01 - JUL 26
TICKETS Back Roads Country Featuring Whiskey Glasses: A Tribute to Morgan Wallen
Thomas Buick GMC, University Avenue West, Cobourg, ON, Canada
PRE-RELEASE TICKET SALE! ONE DAY ONLY @ THOMAS BUICK GMC COBOURG! SATURDAY APRIL 26, 10A-2P
TICKETS ONLY $40
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Get ready for a country night to remember!
The Bewdley and Cobourg Lions Clubs proudly present Back Roads Country featuring Whiskey Glasses – A Tribute to Morgan Wallen and Rednecker – A Tribute to HARDY on Friday, July 11 at the Bewdley Community Centre!
Doors open at 5:30 PM with FREE line dancing lessons to kick things off
Live music starts at 7 PM – don’t miss these powerhouse tributes!
Food trucks on site to keep you fueled all night long
Proceeds support local community projects in Bewdley and Cobourg
Throw on your boots, grab your friends, and get ready to sing your heart out!
Full DetailsAPR 01 - APR 30
APR 01 - APR 30
Create a Poem Station
Cobourg Public Library, Ontario Street, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Cobourg Library, Bewdley & Gores Landing Branches
Celebrate National Poetry Month by writing your own poem.
Let's get creative and glue down the words provided to create your poetic masterpiece!
Put your poem on display for our community or take it home to enjoy.
Full DetailsAPR 08 - MAY 13
APR 08 - MAY 13
Tech Buddies at the Cobourg Public Library
Cobourg Public Library, Ontario Street, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Bring your device for basic tech help from Trinity College Students.
Drop in early as this program is first come first serve.
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